Sharp R-340C, R-341C User Manual

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TM

MICROWAVE OVEN

OPERATION MANUAL

MODELS

R-340C
R-341C

CONTENTS

Introduction 1

Important Safety Instructions 2

Installation Instructions 4

Oven Diagram 4

Operation of Touch Control Panel

Control Panel Display 5

Touch Control Panel Layout 5

Before Operating 6

Getting Started 6

Clock Setting 6

Stop/Clear 6

To Cancel a Programme 6

Manual Operations 7

Microwave Time Cooking 7

Sequence Cooking 8

Instant Cook 8

Increasing Time 9

Automatic Operations 10

Notes for Automatic Operation

Instant Action 10

Easy Defrost 11

Other Convenient Features 12

Less/More Setting 12

Timer 13

Child Lock 13

Demonstration Mode 13

Alarm 13

Care and Cleaning 14

Service Call Check 14

Specifications 14

Cooking Guides 1-6

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INTRODUCTION

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Thank you for buying a Sharp Microwave Oven.

Please keep this operation manual handy, as it describes all the features of your oven and will enable
you to cook many varieties of foods.

The manual is divided into two sections:

1. OPERATION (P2~P14)
This section describes your oven and teaches you how to use all the features.

2. COOKING GUIDE
This section is at the back of the manual, it contains the more commonly used information such as
how to prepare food, which cooking utensil to use, standing time.
It also contains recipes for automatic cooking.

Please take some time to read your operation manual carefully, paying particular attention to the
warnings and special notes, the automatic cooking menus programmed into your new oven have
been carefully developed to give optimum results when the step by step instructions are followed.

When selecting another home appliance, please again consider our full range of Sharp products.

1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Warning

To avoid the danger of fire

1. The microwave oven should not be left unat-

tended during operation. Power levels that
are too high or cooking times that are too
long may overheat foods resulting in a fire.

2. This oven is not designed to be built-in to a

wall or cabinet.

3. The electrical outlet must be readily accessi-

ble so that the unit can be unplugged easily in
an emergency.

4. The

5. It is recommended that a

6. Do not place the oven in areas where heat is

7.

8.

9. If food being heated in the oven begins to

10. Use only microwave-safe

11.

12.

13. Do not place flammable materials near the

14. Do not block the ventilation openings.

15.

16. Do not use the microwave oven to fry with oil

17. To make

18.

19. Check the settings after you start the oven to

20. Do not put things on top or cover the outer

AC power supply must be 230-240V, 50Hz.

separate circuit serv-

ing only this appliance be provided.

generated. For example, close to a conven­tional oven.

Do not install the oven in an area of high
humidity or where moisture may collect.

Do not store or use the oven outdoors.

smoke, DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR. Turn off
and unplug the oven and wait until the food
has stopped smoking. Opening the door while
food is smoking may cause a fire.

containers and

utensils.
Do not leave the oven unattended when

using disposable plastic, paper or other com­bustible food containers.

Clean the waveguide cover, the oven cavity,
the turntable and roller stay after use. These
must be dry and free from grease. Built-up
grease may overheat and begin to smoke or
catch fire.

oven or ventilation openings.

Remove all metallic seals, wire twists, etc.,
from food and food packages. Arcing on
metallic surfaces may cause a fire.

or heat oil for deep frying. The temperature
can not be controlled and the oil may catch
fire.

popcorn, use only special micro-

wave makers.
Do not store food or any other items inside

the oven.

ensure the oven is operating as desired.

cabinet.

21. To avoid overheating and fire, special care
must be taken when cooking or reheating
foods with a high sugar or fat content, for
example, Sausage rolls, Pies or christmas
pudding.

To avoid the possibility of injury

1. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged or

malfunctioning. Check the following before
use.
(1) The door (not warped)
(2) The hinges and safety door latches

(not broken or loose)
(3) The door seals and sealing surfaces
(4) The oven cavity (not dented)
(5) The power supply cord or plug

Do not try to adjust or repair the oven yourself.

2.
The oven must be adjusted or repaired
by an authorized SHARP service agent.

3. Do not operate the oven with the door open
or alter the safety door latches in any way.

4.

Do not operate the oven if there is an object
between the door seals and sealing surfaces.

5.

Do not allow grease or dirt to build up on
the door seals and sealing surfaces.

6. Individuals with PACEMAKERS should check
with their doctor or the manufacturer of the
pacemaker for precautions regarding micro­wave ovens.

To avoid the possibility of electric shock

1. Under no circumstances should you remove
the outer cabinet.

2.

Never spill or insert any objects into the door
lock openings or ventilation openings. In the
event of a spill, turn off and unplug the oven
immediately, and call a SHARP service agent.

3.

Do not immerse the power supply cord or
plug in water or any other liquid.

Do not let the power supply cord hang over

4.
the edge of a table or counter.

Keep the power supply cord away from heat-

5.
ed surfaces.

6. If the oven lamp fails please consult your
dealer or a qualified service technician trained
by SHARP.

7. Should the power supply cord become
damaged, it must be replaced with a special
cord supplied by a SERVICE CENTRE
APPROVED BY SHARP. And it must be
replaced by a qualified service technician
trained by SHARP.

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ENGLISH

To avoid the possibility of explosion and
sudden boiling

1.

Never use sealed containers. Remove seals
and lids before use. Sealed containers can
explode due to a build up of pressure even
after the oven has been turned off.

2.

When boiling water or other liquids, use a
wide-mouthed container to allow bubbles to
escape. It is advisable to insert a glass rod or
other similar utensil to prevent sudden boil­ing (resulting in splashing or burning).

3.

Do not cook eggs in their shells. They may
explode. The explosion may damage the oven
or injure yourself. To cook or reheat eggs
which have not been scrambled or mixed,
pierce the yolks and whites or the eggs may
explode. Shell and slice hard boiled eggs
before reheating them in the microwave oven.

4.

Pierce the skin on such foods as potatoes,
sausages and fruit before cooking, or they
may explode.

To avoid the possibility of burns

1. Use pot holders or oven gloves when remov­ing food from the oven to prevent burns.

2. Always
oven cooking bags, etc., away from the face
and hands to avoid steam burns.

3. Always stand back from the oven door
when opening it to avoid burns from
escaping steam and heat.

4.

Slice stuffed baked foods after heating to
release steam and avoid burns.

5.

Stir the food and the contents of cooking
containers, and
before giving them to infants, young children
or elderly people to avoid internal burns.

6. Do not catch the utensil, your clothes or
accessories on the door safety latches, when
you take out the food from the oven.

open containers, popcorn makers,

test their actual temperature

To avoid misuse by children

1. Only allow chidlren to use the oven without
supervision when adequate instructions have
been given so that the child is able to use the
oven in a safe way and understands the
hazzards or improper use.

2. Children should use ovens only under the
supervision of adults.

Do not lean or swing on the oven door. Do not

3.
play with the oven or use it as a toy.

4. Children should
instructions : use of potholders, careful re­moval of food coverings; pay special attention
to packaging (e.g. self-heating materials)
designed to make food crisp because they
may be extra hot.

be taught all important safety

Other warnings

1. Never modify the oven in any way.

2.

Do not move the oven while it is in operation.
This oven is for home food preparation only. It is

3.
not suitable for commercial or laboratory use.

4. This appliance is not intended for use by young
children or infirm persons without supervision.

Caution

1. Never operate the oven when it is empty.
Doing so may damage the oven.

2. Do not use metal utensils, which reflect mi­crowaves and may cause electrical arcing. Do
not put cans in the oven.

3. Use only the turntable and the roller stay
designed for this oven.

4. To prevent the turntable from breaking:
(a) Before cleaning the turntable with water,

leave the turntable to cool.

(b) Do not put hot foods or hot utensils on the

cold turntable.

(c) Do not put cold foods or cold utensils on

the hot turntable.

5. Do not place anything on the outer cabinet
during operation.

6. When using a browning dish or self-heating
material, always place a heat-resistant insu­lator such as a porcelain plate under it to
prevent damage to the turntable and roller
stay due to heat stress. The preheating time
specified in the dish's instructions must not
be exceeded.

-To prevent trouble with the oven
or damage.

Note

1. If you are not sure how to connect your oven,
please consult a qualified electrician.

2.

Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer can
accept any liability for damage to the oven or
personal injury resulting from failure to observe
the correct electrical connection procedure.

3. Water vapour or drops may occasionally form
on the oven walls or around the door seals
and sealing surfaces. This is a normal occur­rence and is not an indication of leaking of
microwaves or a malfunction.

4. The clock of the oven works based on the
frequency of power source. So it may gain or
lose in some area where the frequency varies.
It is recommended that you should adjust the
time occasionally.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove all packing materials from the oven cavity. Check the unit for any damage, such as a
misaligned door, damaged door seals around the door or dents inside the oven cavity or on the door.
If there is any damage, please do not operate the oven until it has been checked by a SERVICE CENTRE
APPROVED BY SHARP and repaired, if necessary.

2. Accessories provided

1) Turntable 2) Roller stay

3) Operation manual and Cook book

3. Locate the roller stay in the centre of the oven, then fit the turntable on the roller stay as shown in the
OVEN DIAGRAM below. Make sure the turntable and roller stay are centrally located and locked
together. NEVER operate the oven without the roller stay and turntable.

4. The oven should not be installed in any area where excessive heat and steam are generated, for
example, next to a conventional oven unit.
The oven should be installed so as not to block ventilation openings.
Allow at least 15 cm on the top of the oven for free air space.

5. The A.C. voltage and frequency must be single phase 230-240V, 50Hz.

6. WARNING-THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
If the socket outlet in your house is not compatible with the plug supplied, cut-off the mains plug and
fit an appropriate type, observing the wiring cord below.
If you are unsure how to do this get help from an electrician.
INPORTANT - The wires in power supply cord are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Green-and-yellow : Earth
Blue : Neutral

Brown : Live
As the colours of the wires in the power supply cord of this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured marking identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter
N or coloured blue.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter
L or coloured brown.

NOTE: Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted into a socket outlet as a serious

electric shock may occur.

or coloured green or green-and-yellow.

ENGLISH

OVEN DIAGRAM

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3

5

4

1. Ventilation openings

2. Oven lamp

3. Door hinges

4. Door safety latches

5. See through door

6. Door seals and sealing surfaces

7. Coupling

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A

2

4

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C

9

8

D

B

8.Door open button

9.Touch control panel

10.Digital readout

11.Waveguide cover (Do not remove)

12.Power supply cord

13.Turntable

14.Roller stay

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OPERATION OF TOUCH CONTROL PANEL

The operation of the oven is controlled by pressing the appropriate pads arranged on the surface of the
control panel.

An entry signal tone should be heard each time you press the control panel to make a correct entry.

In addition an audible signal will sound for approximately 2 seconds at the end of the cooking cycle, or
4 times when cooking procedure is required.

Control Panel Display

Indicator

Touch Control Panel Layout

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3

4 5

6 7

R-340C R-341C

1 INSTANT ACTION PADS

Press to cook or reheat 8
popular menus.

2 EASY DEFROST PAD

Press to select the Easy
Defrost menu.

3 NUMBER PADS

Press to enter cooking
time, clock time, weight of
food.

4 POWER LEVEL PAD

Press to select microwave
power setting.
If not pressed, HIGH is
automatically selected.
Press to alter the cooking
result for automatic
operations.

5 TIMER/CLOCK PAD

Press to set clock, timer,
child lock or
demonstration mode.

2

1

3

4 5

6 7

6 STOP/CLEAR PAD

Press to clear during
programming.
Press once to stop operation
of oven during cooking; press
twice to cancel cooking
programme.
INSTANT COOK/START PAD

7

Press to start oven after
setting programmes.
Press once to cook for 1
minute at HIGH or increase by
1 minute multiples each time
this pad is pressed during

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cooking.

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BEFORE OPERATING

On operation section in this manual, the illustrations of pads are for R-341C. For R-340C, press the
corresponding pad.

Getting Started

Step

Plug the oven into a power point and
switch on the power.
Ensure the oven door is closed.

1

Press the STOP/CLEAR pad so that the
oven beeps.

2

Procedure Pad Order Display

Clock Setting

* To enter the present time of day 11:34 (AM or PM).

Step

Press the TIMER/CLOCK pad.

Procedure Pad Order Display

1

Flashing eights

Only the dots will remain.

The dots (:) will flash on
and off.

ENGLISH

Enter the correct time of day by pressing
the numbers in sequence.

2

Press the TIMER/CLOCK pad again.

3

This is a 12 hour clock. If you attempt to enter an incorrect clock time (Ex. 13:45),
in the display. Press the STOP/CLEAR pad and re-enter the time of day (Ex. 1:45).
If you wish to know the time of day during the cooking or timer mode, press the TIMER/CLOCK pad.
As long as your finger is pressed the TIMER/CLOCK pad, the time of day will be displayed.

Stop/Clear

Press the STOP/CLEAR pad once to:

1. Stop the oven temporarily during cooking.

2. Clear if you make a mistake during programming.

To Cancel a Programme During Cooking

Press the STOP/CLEAR pad twice.

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MANUAL OPERATIONS

Microwave Time Cooking

This is a manual cooking feature, first enter the cooking time then the power level.
There are five different power levels. You can programme up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.

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10%

–

–

(LOW)

Power level

Display

Examples of foods typi­cally cooked on micro­wave oven power level

This variable cooking control allows you to select the rate of microwave cooking.

If a power level is not selected, then 100% power is automatically used.
*Suppose you want to time cook for 2 minutes 30 seconds on100% power.

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Keeping food
warm

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30%

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(MEDIUM

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LOW)

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Defrost

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Softening

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butter

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–

–

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50%

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–

(MEDIUM)

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Casseroles

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(MEDIUM

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Cakes

–

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Muffins

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–

Slices

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Seafood

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70%

HIGH)

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(HIGH)

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Vegetables

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Rice/Pasta

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Fruit

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100%

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Step

Enter desired cooking time.

Procedure Pad Order Display

1

Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad.

2

The timer begins to count
down.

To lower the power press the POWER LEVEL pad until desired power level is displayed.

* Suppose you want to cook Fish Fillets for 10 minutes on 50% power.

Step

Enter desired cooking time.

Procedure Pad Order Display

1

Select power level by pressing the POW­ER LEVEL pad as required (for 50% press

2

three times).

x 3

Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad.

3

The timer begins to count
down.

If the door is opened during cooking process, the cooking time in the readout automatically stops. The
cooking time starts to count down again when the door is closed and the INSTANT COOK/START pad
is pressed.

If you wish to know the power level during cooking, press the POWER LEVEL pad. As long as your finger
is touching the POWER LEVEL pad, the power level will be displayed.

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Sequence Cooking

Your oven can be programmed for up to 3 automatic cooking sequences, switching from one variable
power setting to another automatically.
* Suppose you want to cook for 10 minutes on 50% followed by 5 minutes on 100%.

Step

Enter desired cooking time.

Procedure Pad Order Display

1

Select desired power level by pressing the
POWER LEVEL pad (for 50% press three

2

times).

For second sequence, enter desired time
for cooking time.

3

If power is not selected the oven will
operate at 100% power.

Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad.

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ENGLISH

x 3

The timer begins to count
down to zero. When it
reaches zero,

the second sequence will
appear and the timer will
begin counting down to
zero again.

Instant Cook™

For your convenience Sharp’s Instant Cook allows you to easily cook for one minute on 100% power.

Step

Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad.

1

Within one minute of closing the door.

Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad until desired time is displayed.
Each time the pad is pressed, the cook time is increased by 1 minute.

Procedure Pad Order Display

The timer begins to count
down.

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Increasing Time During A Cooking Programme

Microwave time can be added during a cooking programme using the INSTANT COOK/START pad.

* Suppose you want to increase the cooking time by 2 minutes during 5 minutes on 50% power cooking.

(at the moment the remaining cooking time is 1 min. 30 sec.)

Step

Enter desired cooking time.

Procedure Pad Order Display

1

Select power level by pressing the POW­ER LEVEL pad as required

2

(for 50% press three times)

Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad.

3

Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad
twice to increase the cooking time by
two minutes.

4

x3

The timer starts to count
down.

x2

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AUTOMATIC OPERATIONS

Notes for Automatic Operations

1. When using the automatic features, carefully follow the details provided in each MENU GUIDE to
achieve the best result.
If the details are not followed carefully, the food may be overcooked or undercooked or
be displayed.

2. Food weighing more or less than the quantity or weight listed in each MENU GUIDE, cook manually.
Refer to manual cooking charts in RECIPES section.

3. To change the final cooking or defrosting result from the standard setting, press the POWER LEVEL
pad once (for more) or twice (for less) after selecting desired setting. Refer to page 12.

4. The final cooking result will vary according to the food condition (e.g.initial temperature, shape,
quality). Check the food after cooking and if necessary continue cooking manually.

5. To avoid children's misuse, each INSTANT ACTION pad can be used only within 1 minute of a
preceding operation.

6.

7. When entering the weight of the food, round off the weight to the nearest 0.1kg(100g). For example,

will be displayed if:
more or less than weight of foods suggested in EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE is programmed when
the INSTANT COOK/START pad is pressed.
To clear, press the STOP/CLEAR pad and reprogramme.

1.65kg would become 1.7kg.

Instant Action

The Instant Action allows you to cook or reheat several
popular foods.
Follow the details provided in INSTANT ACTION MENU
GUIDE on page 18 - 19 in the cooking guides.

may

* Suppose you want to cook 2 Jacket Potatoes.

Step

Press the JACKET POTATO pad until
desired quantity is displayed (for 2
pieces press twice).

Procedure Display

1

Open the door. Turn over potatoes.
Close the door.

2

Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad.

3

Pad Order

x 2

After about 2 sec.

The cooking time will begin
counting down. The oven will
"beep" 4 times and stop. COOK
indicator will go off and TURN,
OVER will flash on and off.

PRESS, START will be
displayed repeatedly.

The cooking time will begin
counting down. When COVER,
STAND will be displayed, the
oven will "beep".

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Easy Defrost

1. Steak/Chops

2. Roast Meat

3. Poultry

4. Chicken Pieces

* Suppose you want to defrost 1.0 kg of Chicken Pieces.

Step

Press the EASY DEFROST pad until the
desired menu number is displayed (for
Chicken Pieces press four times).

1

Press the number pads to enter weight.

Procedure Pad Order Display

EASY DEFROST will automatically compute the
microwave power and defrosting time.
Follow the details provided in EASY DEFROST
MENU GUIDE on page 20 in the cooking guides.

2

Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad.

3

Open the door. Remove defrosted piec­es, turn over remaining pieces.
Close the door.

4

x 4

KG will flash on and off.

KG stops flashing and re­mains on display.

The defrosting time will be­gin counting down. The
oven will "beep" 4 times
and stop. COOK indicator
will go off and TURN,
OVER, COVER, EDGE will
be displayed repeatedly.

PRESS, START will be
displayed repeatedly.

Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad.

5

The defrosting time will
begin counting down.
When COVER, STAND
will be displayed, the
oven will "beep".

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OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES

Less/More Setting

The cooking times programmed into the automatic menus are tailored to the most popular tastes. To
adjust the cooking time to your individual preference use the "more" or "less" feature to either add (more)
or reduce (less) cooking time.

The Less/More can be used to adjust the cooking time of the following features
– INSTASNT ACTION
– EASY DEFROST

(1) INSTANT ACTION
*Suppose you want to cook 1 Jacket Potato for less time than the standard setting.

Step

Press the JACKET POTATO pad once.

Procedure Pad Order Display

1

x 1

Press the POWER LEVEL pad twice with­in 2 seconds.

2

x 2

(2) EASY DEFROST
*Suppose you want to defrost 1.0kg of Chicken Pieces for more time than the standard setting.

Step

Press the EASY DEFROST pad four times
for Chicken Pieces.

Procedure Pad Order Display

1

x 4

Press the number pads to enter weight.

2

Press the POWER LEVEL pad once.

3

x 1

Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad.

4

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Timer

Use this feature as a general purpose timer. Example include:

timing boiled eggs cooked on the stove top.
timing the recommended standing time of food.

You can enter any time up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. If you want to cancel the timer during the count
down phase simply press STOP/CLEAR and the display will return to showing time of day.

* Suppose you want to set the timer to 3 minutes for boiling an egg on the stove top.

Step

Enter desired time.

Procedure

Pad Order

Display

1

Once the egg has come to the boil in the saucepan you can start the timer.

Press the TIMER/CLOCK pad .

2

The timer begins to count
down. When the timer
reaches zero, the oven will
"beep".
pear in the display.

will ap-

Child Lock

If the oven is accidentally started with no food/liquid in the cavity, the oven could be damaged.
To prevent accidents like this, your oven has a "Child Lock" feature that you can set when the oven is not

in use.

To set the Child Lock, press the TIMER/CLOCK pad, 1 and press the INSTANT COOK/START pad and
hold for 3 seconds. will appear in the display.
The Control Panel is now locked, each time a pad is pressed, the display will show "LOCK".

1

To unlock the control panel, press the TIMER/CLOCK pad,
is displayed and the oven is ready to use.

and the STOP/CLEAR pad. The time of day

Demonstration Mode

This feature is mainly for use by retail outlets, and also allows you to practice the key operation.

To demonstrate, press the TIMER/CLOCK pad ,
for 3 seconds. will appear in the display.
Cooking operations can now be demonstrated with no power in the oven. For example, press INSTANT
COOK/START pad, and the display will show

When the timer reaches zero,

will appear in the display.

and press the INSTANT COOK/START pad and hold

and count down to zero at ten times the speed.

To cancel, press the TIMER/CLOCK pad, and the STOP/CLEAR pad.

Alarm

Your oven has an alarm function. If you leave food in the oven after cooking, the oven will "beep" 3 times
and will flash on and off in the display after 2 minutes.

If you do not remove the food at that time, the oven will "beep" 3 times after 4 minutes and 6 minutes.

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CARE AND CLEANING

CLEAN THE OVEN AT REGULAR INTERVALS

Exterior:

The outside may be cleaned with mild soap and warm water, wipe clean with a damp cloth. Avoid the
use of harsh abrasive cleaners.

Door:

Wipe the door and window on both side, the door seals and adjacent parts frequently with a damp cloth
to remove any spills or spatters. Do not use abrasive cleaner.

Touch Control Panel:

Care should be taken in cleaning the touch control panel. Open the oven door before cleaning to
inactivate the control panel. Wipe the panel with a cloth dampened slightly with water only.
Do not scrub or use any sort of chemical cleaners. Avoid the use of excess water.

Interior walls:

To clean the interior surfaces, wipe with a soft cloth and warm water for hygienic reasons. After use
wipe the waveguide cover in the oven with a soft damp cloth to remove any food splashes. Do not
remove the waveguide cover. DO NOT USE A COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANER, ABRASIVE OR
HARSH CLEANERS AND SCOURING PADS ON ANY PART OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN. NEVER
SPRAY OVEN CLEANERS DIRECTLY ONTO ANY PART OF YOUR OVEN.
Avoid using excess water. After cleaning the oven, ensure any water is removed with a soft cloth.

Turntable/Roller Stay:

Wash with mild soapy water and dry thoroughly.

SERVICE CALL CHECK

Please check the following before calling for service:

1. Does the display light? YES _______ NO _______

2. When the door is opened, does the oven lamp come on? YES _______ NO _______

3. Place one cup of water (approx. 250 ml) in a glass measure in the oven and close the door securely.
Oven lamp should go off if door is closed properly. Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad once.
A. Does the oven lamp light? YES _______ NO _______
B. Does the cooling fan work? YES _______ NO _______

(Put your hand over the rear ventilation openings.)

C. Does the turntable rotate? YES _______ NO _______

(The turntable can rotate clockwise or counterclockwise. This is quite normal.)

D. After one minute, did an audible signal sound and COOK

indicator go off? YES _______ NO _______

E. Is the water inside the oven hot? YES _______ NO _______

If “NO” is the answer to any of the above questions, please check your wall socket and the fuse in your
meter box.
If both the wall socket and the fuse are functioning properly, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE
CENTRE APPROVED BY SHARP.

NOTE: If time in the display is counting down rapidly, check Demonstration Mode. (See P13. for detail.)

SPECIFICATIONS

AC Line Voltage: Single phase 230-240V, 50Hz
AC Power Required: 1.50 kW
Output Power: 1000 W* (IEC test procedure)
Microwave Frequency: 2450 MHz (ClassB/Group2)**
Outside Dimensions: 520mm(W) x 302mm(H) x 430mm(D)
Cavity Dimensions: 374mm(W) x 227mm(H) x 399 mm(D)
Cooking Uniformity: Turntable (ø335mm tray) system
Weight: Approx. 16 kg

* This measurement is based on the International Electrotechnical Commission’s standardised

method for measuring output power.

** This is the classification of ISM (Industrial, Scientific and Medical) equipment described in the

International Standard CISPR11.

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COOKING GUIDES

15 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
16 HELPFUL HINTS
17 COOKWARE AND UTENSIL GUIDE
18 INSTANT ACTION MENU GUIDE
20 EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

FEATURE

Instant Action

Easy Defrost

Less/More
Setting

Variable Cooking
control

Instant Cook

QUICK OPERATION GUIDE

To cook 2 Jacket Potatoes.

x 2

To defrost 1.0kg of Chicken Pieces.

Menu Number

x 4

Weight

For Instant Action.

For More setting

For Less setting

or

x 1

Within 2 seconds

x 2

For Easy Defrost.

Menu Number Weight

For More setting For Less setting

or

x 1

To soften Cream Cheese or Butter for 40 seconds on 30%.

Cooking Time

x 4

Just One Touch

x 2

Within 1 minute of closing the door

Timer

Child Lock

Clock

To set for 3 minutes.

To lock.

Press for 3 seconds

To unlock.

To set for 11:45 am

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HELPFUL HINTS

1. THE ARRANGEMENT
Arrange foods carefully.
Place thickest areas toward outside of dish.

2. TURNING
Foods such as poultry and joints of meat should be turned over after half the cooking time.

3. COVERING
Cover foods in the microwave if you would normally cover the food in your ordinary oven, or to retain
moisture.
Cover foods such as Vegetables,
Casseroles, or when Reheating.
Use to cover foods:

4. PIERCING

LID PLASTIC WRAP PAPER TOWEL

Pierce potatoes, eggs, tomatoes or
any foods with a skin or membrane
to allow steam to escape.

TOMATO

EGG

5. SHIELDING
Shield using small pieces of aluminium foil
to shield thin areas of meat,fish and poultry
or edges of cakes to prevent overcooking.

FISH

CHICKEN

6. STANDING TIME
Standing time is important. After cooking or defrosting ensure adequate standing time. This allows
the food to continue cooking or heating. Refer to cooking guides for each menu or according to
manufacturers instructions.

7. STIRRING
Stir foods from the outside to the centre of the dish,
once or twice during cooking if possible.
Eg. Casseroles and Sauces.

8. SIZE
Small pieces cook faster than large ones. To speed cooking, cut pieces smaller than 5 cm so
microwaves can penetrate to the centre from all sides. For even cooking, make all the pieces the
same size.

9. DENSITY
The depth to which microwaves penetrate food varies depending on the food's density. Porous
foods like minced beef or mashed potatoes microwave faster than dense ones like steak or whole
potatoes.

10. FAT AND BONE
Marbling within meat, or a thin, even layer of fat on a roast, speeds cooking. Large fatty areas or
excess drippings in dish attract energy away from meat, and slows cooking. Centre bones do not
affect cooking, but bone on the side of meat conducts heat to the areas next to it.

11. STARTING TEMPERATURE
Frozen or refrigerated food takes longer to heat than food at room temperature. Cooking times in
this book are based on normal storage temperatures.
Since rooms, refrigerators and freezers differ in temperature,
check for doneness at the minimum time.

12. QUANTITY
Microwave cooking times are directly related to the amount of food in the oven. Because energy is
absorbed by the food itself, one potato or a single piece of chicken cooks rapidly. When the energy
is divided among several items, cooking takes more time.

13. CONDENSATION
Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking. The humidity and moisture in food will
influence the amount of condensation in the oven. Generally, covered foods will not cause as much
condensation as uncovered foods. Ensure that the ventilation openings are not blocked.

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COOKWARE AND UTENSIL GUIDE

Utensil

GLASSWARE/
CERAMIC
(HEAT RESISTANT)

METAL COOKWARE

PLASTIC WRAP
OVEN BAGS

MICROWAVE

( )

SAFE ONLY

ALUMINIUM FOIL

Use

YES

NO

YES

FOR

SHIELDING

Advice

GLASSWARE

• Ordinary glass is not suitable for cooking but may be used
for short periods for heating foods.

CERAMIC

• Most ovenproof china, and ceramics, are suited.

• Avoid dishes that are decorated with gold or silver leaf.

• Avoid using antique pottery.

• If unsure, check with the manufacturer.

• Metal cookware should be avoided when cooking in the
microwave oven.

• Microwave energy is reflected by metal.

• Plastic wrap can be used to cover food.

• Some shrinkage of the wrap may occur, over an extended
cooking time.

•

When removing wrap, lift it in such a way to avoid steam burns.

• Do not tie oven bags with metal twist ties, substitute with
string.

• For cooking food with high fat content, do not bring the
wrap in contact with the food as it may melt.

• Small amounts may be used to shield certain parts of meat
and fish when cooking or defrosting.

• Remove food in foil trays, if possible, and place in a micro­wave safe dish.

• If not possible, place the foil tray onto a heat proof plate
allowing 2.5 cm room between the walls of the oven.

STRAW AND WOOD

PAPER

PLASTIC COOK­WARE MICROWAVE
SAFE

BROWNING DISH

THERMOMETERS

• MICROWAVE SAFE

• CONVENTIONAL

NO

YES

YES

YES

YES

NO

• Excessive over heating of these materials may cause a fire
in the microwave oven.

• Paper towels and waxed paper are suitable to use to
prevent splatters.

• These are suitable for use when reheating foods or for short
cooking time.

• Ideal for cooking, reheating and defrosting.

• Some microwave safe plastic cookware are not suitable for
cooking foods with high fat and sugar content.

• Ensure that the preheating time of the dish is not exceeded.

• Ensure that a microwave heat proof dinner plate or suitable
insulator be placed between the turntable and the browning
dish.

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INSTANT ACTION MENU GUIDE

The final cooking result will vary according to the food condition (e,g. initial temperature, shape,
quality). Check the food after cooking and if necessary continue cooking manually.

Menu

Dinner Plate

MEAT

175 - 180g

Beef, Lamb

Chicken, T-Bone

Pita

Reheat Pie

includes: Pies

Pasties

Reheat Pizza

Quantity

(Unit per pressing each

INSTANT ACTION pad)

1 serve

1 serve,

( )

approx. 400 g

POTATO

125g

sliced

1 – 2 pieces

1 – 4 pieces

( )

approx. 160-200 g

1 – 4 pieces

( )

approx. 90 g

VEGETABLES

100g

2 varieties
eg. sliced Carrot, Zucchini

Broccoli

Room temperature

1 piece,

1 piece,

Initial

Temperature

(approx.)

+ 3°C

Refrigerated

+ 20°C

+ 3°C

Refrigerated

+ 3°C

Refrigerated

Procedure

• Cover with plastic wrap.

• After cooking, stand
covered.

• Place on the turntable
upside down.

• Cover with paper towel.

• The oven will "beep" and
stop. TURN OVER will be
displayed.
Turn over pies and press
start to continue cooking.

• After cooking, stand.

• Place pizza on paper towel
on the turntable.

Standing

Time

(minutes)

2

1 - 3

Fresh Vegetables

Carrots
Potato
Beans
Brussels Sprouts
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Zucchini
Spinach
Cabbage

0.2–1.0 kg
(0.2 kg)

hard vegetables

}

medium vegetables

}

soft vegetables

}

+ 20°C

Room temperature

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•Wash the vegetables.

• Arrange the vegetables in a
shallow dish in the
following way: hard
vegetables around the
outside, soft vegetables in
the centre, medium
vegetables in-between.

• Cover with glass lid or plastic
wrap.

• After cooking, stand covered
and stir.

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Menu

Frozen Vegetables

Carrots
Beans
Brussels Sprouts
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Corn
Green Peas
Mixed Vegetables

Jacket Potato

Potato (whole)

Quantity
(Unit per pressing each
INSTANT ACTION pad)

0.2-1.0 kg
(0.2 kg)

hard vegetables

medium vegetables

}

soft vegetables

}

1–10 pieces

1 piece,

( )

approx. 150 g

Initial

Temperature

(approx.)

–18°C

Frozen

+ 20°C

Room temperature

Procedure

• Before cooking, separate
vegetables eg. broccoli as
much as possible.

• Arrange the vegetables in a
shallow dish in the following
way : hard vegetables
around the outside, soft
vegetables in the centre,
medium vegetables in­between.

• Cover with a glass lid or plastic
wrap.

• After cooking, stand covered
and stir.

• Use washed new potatoes.

• Pierce twice with fork on
each side.

• Place on outside of turntable.

• The oven will "beep" and
stop. TURN OVER will be
displayed.
Turn over potatoes and press
start to continue cooking.

• After cooking , stand,
covered with aluminium foil.

Standing

Time

(minutes)

1 - 5

3 - 10

Rice / Pasta

includes: White Rice

Serve

Rice/Pasta

Soup stock or
Hot tap water
for Rice

Hot tap water
for Pasta

Dry Pasta

1 serve

1

/2 cup

11/2 cups

2 cups

1–4 serves

1 serve,

1

( )

/2 cup

2 serves

1 cup

21/2 cups

21/2 cups

3 serves

11/2 cups

3 cups

3 cups

approx. +60°C

hot tap water
or soup stock

4 serves

2 cups

4 cups

4 cups

• Wash rice until water runs
clear.

• Place into a Pyrex® bowl and
cover with hot soup stock
(for rice) or with hot tap
water (for rice or pasta).

• Cook uncovered.

• The oven will "beep" and stop.
STIR will be displayed.
Stir and press start to
continue cooking.

• After cooking, stand and stir.

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EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE

NO.

Steak
Chops

Menu

1

Minced Meat

Beef

Roast Meat

Beef/Pork
Lamb

2

Poultry 1.0 - 4.0

3

Chicken Pieces

4

Quantity
min-max

(kg's)

0.1 - 3.0

0.1 - 3.0

0.5 - 3.0

0.5 - 2.5

0.1 - 3.0

Procedure

• Shield thin end of chops or steaks with foil.

• Position the food with thinner parts in the centre
in a single layer on the defrost rack.
If pieces are stuck together, try to separate as
soon as possible.

• The oven will "beep" and stop, TURN, OVER,
COVER, EDGE will be displayed repeatedly.
Remove defrosted pieces, turn over and shield
the warm portions of remaining pieces.

• Press start to continue defrosting.

• After defrost time, stand covered with alu­minium foil.

• Place frozen minced meat on a defrost rack.
Shield edges.

• The oven will "beep" and stop, TURN, OVER,
COVER, EDGE will be displayed repeatedly.
Remove defrosted portions of mince, turn over
and shield edges with foil strips.

• Press start to continue defrosting.

• After defrost time, stand covered with alu­minium foil.

• Shield the bone and the edge with foil strips
about 2.5cm wide.

• Place joint with lean side face upwards
(if possible) on the defrost rack.

• The oven will "beep" and stop, TURN, OVER,
COVER, EDGE will be displayed repeatedly.
Turn over and shield the warm portions.

• Press start to continue defrosting.

• After defrost time, stand covered with alu­minium foil.

• Remove from original wrapper. Shield wing and
leg tips with foil.

• Place breast side down on the defrost rack.

• The oven will "beep" and stop, TURN, OVER,
COVER, EDGE will be displayed repeatedly.
Turn over and shield the warm portions.

• Press start to continue defrosting.

• After defrost time, stand covered with alu­minium foil.
N.B. After standing run under cold water to
remove giblets if necessary.

• Shield the exposed bone with foil.

• Place chicken pieces on the defrost rack.

• The oven will "beep" and stop, TURN, OVER,
COVER, EDGE will be displayed repeatedly.
Remove defrosted pieces, turn over and shield
the warm portions.

• Press start to continue defrosting.

• After defrost time, stand covered with alu­minium foil.

Standing

Time

(minutes)

5 - 30

10 - 30

5 - 60

5 - 50

5 - 15

Food not listed in the Guide can be defrosted using 30 % setting.
NOTE: When freezing minced meat, shape it into flat even sizes.

For chicken pieces, steaks and chop, freeze separately in single flat layers and if necessary
interleave with freezer plastic to separate layers. This will ensure even defrosting.
It is also a good idea to label the packs with the correct weights.

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