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 (P1~P15)
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
and manual cooking.
Important Safety Instructions1
Installation Instructions3
Oven Diagram4
Operation of Touch Control Panel5
Control Panel Display5
Touch Control Panel Layout5
Before Operating6
Getting Started6
Clock Setting6
Stop/Clear6
To Cancel a Programme During Cooking
Manual Operations7
Microwave Time Cooking7
Sequence Cooking8
Instant Cook8
Increasing Time During a Cooking Programme
Automatic Operations10
Notes for Automatic Operations10
Instant Action10
Express Defrost11
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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.
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Easy Defrost12
Other Convenient Features13
Less/More Setting13
Timer14
Child Lock14
Demonstration Mode14
Alarm14
Care and Cleaning15
Service Call Check15
Specifications15
Cooking Guides1-O
GuaranteeInside of back cover
Quick Reference GuideSee last page
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Warning
To avoid the danger of fire
1. The microwave oven should not be left unattended
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 accessible so
that the unit can be unplugged easily in an emergency.
4. The
5. It is recommended that a
6.
7.
8.
9. If food being heated in the oven begins to smoke,
10. Use only microwave-safe
11.
12.
13.
14. Do not block the ventilation openings.
15.
16.
17. To make
18.
19.
20. Do not put things on top or cover the outer cabinet.
21. To avoid overheating and fire, special care must be
AC power supply must be 220V, 50Hz.
separate circuit serving
only this appliance be provided.
Do not place the oven in areas where heat is
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.
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.
Do not place flammable materials near the oven or
ventilation openings.
Remove all metallic seals, wire twists, etc., from
food and food packages. Arcing on
metallic surfaces may cause a fire.
Do not use the microwave oven to fry with oil or heat
oil for deep frying. The temperature can not be
controlled and the oil may catch fire.
popcorn, use only special microwave
makers.
Do not store food or any other items inside
the oven.
Check the settings after you start the oven to
ensure the oven is operating as desired.
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.
It is hazardous for anyone other than a qualified
service technician trained by SHARP to carry out
any service or repair operation.
Especially those which involve the removal of a
cover which gives protection against exposure to
microwave energy are very hazardous.
Do not operate the oven with the door open
3.
or alter the safety door latches in any way.
Do not operate the oven if there is an object
4.
between the door seals and sealing surfaces.
Do not allow grease or dirt to build up on
5.
the door seals and sealing surfaces.
6. Individuals with
with their doctor or the manufacturer of the pacemaker for precautions regarding microwave
ovens.
PACEMAKERS should check
To avoid the possibility of electric shock
1. Under no circumstances should you remove the
outer cabinet.
Never spill or insert any objects into the door lock
2.
openings or ventilation openings. In the event of
a spill, turn off and unplug the oven immediately,
and call a SERVICE CENTRE APPROVED BY
SHARP.
Do not immerse the power supply cord or plug in
3.
water or any other liquid.
Do not let the power supply cord hang over the
4.
edge of a table or counter.
Keep the power supply cord away from heated
5.
surfaces.
6. If the oven lamp fails, 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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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 widemouthed 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.
5. Do not use excessive amount of time to heat.
6. Stand at least for 20 seconds at the end of cooking
to avoid delayed eruptive boiling of liquids.
7. Stir the liquid before and during cooking. Use
extreme care when handling the container or inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
To avoid the possibility of burns
1. Use potholders or oven gloves when removing
food from the oven to prevent burns.
2. Always
cooking bags, etc., away from the face and hands
to avoid steam burns.
3. Always
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
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, oven
stand back from the oven door
test their actual temperature before
To avoid misuse by children
1. Only allow children 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 hazards or
improper use.
2. Children should use ovens only under the
vision of adults.
3.
Do not lean or swing on the oven door. Do not
play with the oven or use it as a toy. Young
children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the oven.
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
super-
Other warnings
1.
Never modify the oven in any way.
Do not move the oven while it is in operation.
2.
3. This oven is for
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 empty except the directed case in the operation manual. Doing so may
damage the oven.
2. 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.
3. Do not use metal utensils for MICROWAVE cooking, which reflect microwaves and may cause
electrical arcing. Do not put cans in the oven.
4. Use small pieces of aluminium foil to shield food
to prevent over cooking. Keep foil at least 2 cm
from the oven walls.
5. Use only the turntable and the roller stay designed for this oven.
6. 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.
7. Do not place anything on the outer cabinet during
operation.
home food preparation only. It is
- 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 cooking times given in the cook book are just
for your guidance, and will vary according to
altitude, food structure or food size.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove all packing materials from the oven cavity and the feature sticker from the oven door panel (if available).
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) Turntable2) Roller Stay3) Operation manual and cookbook
3. Fit the roller stay to the coupling located on the floor of the oven cavity. Place the turntable on to the roller
stay. Make sure the turntable and roller stay are centrally located and locked together. Reter to OVEN
DIAGRAM on page 4.
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 space of at least 15cm from top of the oven for air ventilation.
This oven is not designed to be built-in to a wall or cabinet.
5. Neither the manufacturer nor the distributors can accept any liability for damage to the machine or personal
injury for failure to observe the correct electrical connecting procedure.
The A.C. voltage and frequency must be single phase 220V, 50Hz.
6. WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
If the socket outlet in your house is not compatible with the pulg 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.
IMPORTANT - The wires in the power supply cord are coloured in accordance with the following cord:
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.
Make sure the terminal screws are properly tightened and the power supply cord is held tightly by the cable
grip where it enters the plug.
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.
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OVEN DIAGRAM
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1 Door handle
2 Touch control panel
3 LCD display
4 See through door
5 Door seals and sealing surfaces
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6 Door safety latches
7 Door hinges
8 Coupling
9 Menu label
0 Oven lamp
A Waveguide cover
B Turntable
C Roller stay
D Ventilation openings
E Power supply cord
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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 the oven will beep for approximately 2 seconds at the end of the cooking cycle, or 4 times when a
cooking procedure is required.
Control Panel Display
Indicator
Touch Control Panel Layout
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1 INSTANT ACTION PADS
Press to cook or reheat 10
popular menus.
2 EXPRESS DEFROST PAD
Press to select the Express
Defrost menu.
3 EASY DEFROST PAD
Press to defrost frozen food
by entering quantity.
4 TIMER/CLOCK PAD
Press to set clock, timer, child
lock or demonstration mode.
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Defrost
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5 NUMBER PADS
Press to enter cooking times,
clock time, weight or quantity
of food.
6 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.
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7 INSTANT COOK/START PAD
Press to start oven after setting programmes.
Press once to cook for 1 minute
on HIGH or increase by 1
minute multiples each time this
pad is pressed during cooking.
8 STOP/CLEAR PAD
Press to clear during programming.
Press once to stop operation
of oven during cooking; press
twice to cancel cooking programme.
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BEFORE OPERATING
Getting Started
Step
Plug the oven into a power point.
Ensure the oven door is closed.
ProcedurePad OrderDisplay
1
Press the STOP/Clear pad so that the oven
beeps.
2
Clock Setting
* To enter the present time of day 11:34 (AM or PM).
Step
Press the Timer/Clock pad.
ProcedurePad OrderDisplay
1
Flashing eights
Only the dots will remain.
The dots (:) will flash on and
off.
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 (eg. 13:45), will appear in the
display. Press the STOP/Clear pad and re-enter the time of day (eg. 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 pressing 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%
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(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.
Step
Enter desired cooking time.
ProcedurePad OrderDisplay
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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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50%
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(MEDIUM)
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Casseroles
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Cakes
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Muffins
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Slices
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Seafood
70%
HIGH)
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.
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100%
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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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Step
Enter desired cooking time.
ProcedurePad OrderDisplay
1
Select power level by pressing the Power
Level pad as required (for 50% press three
2
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.
ProcedurePad OrderDisplay
1
Select desired power level by pressing the
Power Level pad (for 50% press three times).
2
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.
4
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 3 minutes 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.
ProcedurePad OrderDisplay
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.
ProcedurePad OrderDisplay
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
x 3
The timer starts to count
down.
x 2
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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
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 13.
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 3 minutes of a preceding
operation.
6. To defrost foods above or below the weights allowed on the EXPRESS DEFRROST MENU GUIDE, use
EASY DEFROST or defrost manually.
7.
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.
8. When entering the weight of the food, round off the weight to the nearest 0.1kg(100g). For example, 1.65kg
would become 1.7kg.
will be displayed if:
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 3 - 5 in the cooking guides.
may be
* Suppose you want to cook 2 Jacket Potatoes.
Step
Press the Jacket Potato pad until
desired quantity is displayed (for 2 pieces
press twice).
ProcedureDisplay
1
Open the door. Turn over potatoes.
2
Close the door.
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 be displayed.
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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Express Defrost
EXPRESS DEFROST rapidly defrosts 0.5 kg specific foods.
Follow the details provided in EXPRESS DEFROST MENU GUIDE on
page
6 in the cooking guides.
* Suppose you want to defrost 0.5 kg of Chicken Fillets.
Step
Press the Express Defrost pad until the
desired menu number is displayed
1
(for Chicken Fillets press twice).
Press the Instant Cook/START pad.
ProcedurePad OrderDisplay
2
Open the door. Remove defrosted pieces,
turn over remaining pieces.
3
Close the door.
Press the Instant Cook/START pad.
4
x 2
The defrosting time will begin counting down. The oven
will "beep" 4 times and stop.
COOK indicator will go off
and TURN, OVER will be
displayed repeatedly.
PRESS, START will be displayed repeatedly.
The defrosting time will begin counting down. When
COVER, STAND is displayed, the oven will "beep".
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Easy Defrost
1. Minced Meat
2. Steak / Chops
3. Chicken Pieces
4. Poultry
5. Roast Meat
6. Bread
* 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 three times).
1
Press the number pads to enter weight.
ProcedurePad OrderDisplay
EASY DEFROST will automatically compute the microwave power and
defrosting time.
Follow the details provided in EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE on page
7 in the cooking guides.
2
Press the Instant Cook/START pad.
3
x 3
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.
Open the door. Remove defrosted pieces,
turn over remaining pieces.
4
Close the door.
Press the Instant Cook/START pad.
5
PRESS, START will be displayed repeatedly.
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
– INSTANT ACTION
– EXPRESS DEFROST
– EASY DEFROST
(1) INSTANT ACTION
* Suppose you want to reheat 1 cup of Beverage for less time than the standard setting.
Step
Press the Reheat Beverage pad once.
ProcedurePad OrderDisplay
1
x 1
Press the Power Level pad twice within 2
seconds.
2
x 2
(2) EXPRESS DEFROST/EASY DEFROST
* Suppose you want to defrost 1.0kg of Chicken Pieces (Easy Defrost) for more time than the standard setting.
Step
Press the Easy Defrost pad three times for
Chicken Pieces.
ProcedurePad OrderDisplay
1
x 3
Press the number pads to enter weight.
2
Press the Power Level pad once.
3
x 1
Press the Instant Cook/START pad.
4
For EXPRESS DEFROST select the menu using the Express Defrost pad instead of the Easy Defrost pad in
step 1 and go to step 3.
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Timer
Use this feature as a general purpose timer. Example includes:
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".
will appear in the
display.
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,
seconds. will appear in the display.
The Control Panel is now locked, each time a pad is pressed, the display will show "LOCK".
To unlock the control panel, press the Timer/Clock pad, and the STOP/Clear pad. The time of day is
displayed and the oven is ready to use.
and press the Instant Cook/START pad and hold for 3
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 , and press the Instant Cook/START pad and hold 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 and count down to zero at ten times the speed. When the timer
reaches zero, will appear in the display.
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 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
Disconnect the power supply cord before cleaning or leave the door open to inactivate the oven
during cleaning.
CLEAN THE OVEN AT REGULAR INTERVALS - Keep the oven clean, or it could lead to deterioration of the
surface. This could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
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/Touch Control Panel:
Care should be taken in cleaning the door/touch control panel. Wipe the door and window on both sides, the
door seals and adjacent parts frequently with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters. Wipe the front side
of the door (including the touch control 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. Built-up splashes
may overheat and begin to smoke or catch fire. 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
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 fuse box.
If both the wall socket and the fuse are functioning properly, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTRE
APPROVED BY SHARP.
NOTE: 1. If time in the display is counting down rapidly, check Demonstration Mode. (See page 14. for detail.)
2. If you cook the food over 40 minutes on HIGH, the microwave power will be automatically reduced
to avoid overheating.
SPECIFICATIONS
AC Line Voltage: Single phase 220V, 50Hz
AC Power Required: 1.55 kW
Output Power: 1000 W* (IEC test procedure)
Microwave Frequency : 2450 MHz (Class B/Group 2)**
Outside Dimensions: 430mm(W) x 340mm(H) x 477mm(D)
Cavity Dimensions: 350mm(W) x 195mm(H) x 418mm(D)***
Oven Capacity: 29 Litre***
Cooking Uniformity: Turntable (ø335mm tray) system
Weight: Approx. 18.5 kg
*This measurement is based on the International Electrotechnical Commission’s standardised method
for measuring out power.
** This is the classification of ISM (Industrial, Scientific and Medical) equipment described in the
International Standard CISPR11.
*** Internal capacity is calculated by measuring maximum width, depth and height. Actual capacity for
holding food is less.
15
MEMO
16
MEMO
17
COOKING GUIDES
CONTENTS COOKING GUIDE
HELPFUL HINTS
COOKWARE
AND
UTENSIL GUIDE
21678 ~
INSTANT ACTION
MENU GUIDE
3 ~ 5
EXPRESS DEFROST
MENU GUIDE
RECIPESEASY DEFROST
MENU GUIDE
25
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:
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.
7. STIRRING
Stir foods from the outside to the centre of the dish, once or twice during
cooking if possible.
Eg. Casseroles and Sauces.
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.
11. STARTING TEMPERATURE
Frozen or refrigerated foods take longer to heat than food at room tempera-
ture. Cooking times in this book are based on normal storage temperatures.
Since rooms, refrigerators and freezers differ in temperature, check cooking
result at the minimum time.
LIDPAPER TOWELPLASTIC WRAP
FISH
CHICKEN
4. PIERCING
Pierce potatoes, eggs, tomatoes or any foods with a skin or membrane to
allow steam to escape.
TOMATO
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.
8. SIZE
Small pieces cook faster than large ones. To speed up 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.
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.
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.
EGG
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.
14. GENERAL
Your microwave oven is capable of heating food and beverages very quickly
therefore, it is very important that you select the appropriate cooking time and
power level for the type and quantity of food to be heated. If you are unsure
of the cooking time and power level required, begin with low cooking times
and power levels until the food is sufficiently heated evenly throughout.
1
GLASSWARE/CERAMIC
(HEAT RESISTANT)
YES
COOKWARE AND UTENSIL GUIDE
AdviceUseUtensil
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
PLASTIC WRAP/
OVEN BAGS
MICROWAVE
(
SAFE ONLY
ALUMINIUM FOIL
STRAW AND WOOD
PAPER
PLASTIC COOKWARE
MICROWAVE SAFE
BROWNING DISH
THERMOMETERS
• MICROWAVE SAFE
• CONVENTIONAL
)
NO
YES
FOR
SHIELDING
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
• 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.
• 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 times.
• 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.
2
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.
• 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, stir then stand covered.
• 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 potatoes over and press start to continue
cooking.
• After cooking , stand, covered with aluminium foil.
• Wash rice thoroughly 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.
Standing
Time
(minutes)
1 - 5
3 - 10
3 - 5
Reheat Soup
1 – 4 cups
(1 cup, 250 ml)
+ 20°C
Room temperature
4
• Place in a Pyrex® bowl.
• Cover with glass lid or plastic wrap.
• After reheating, stir.
CASSEROLE RECIPES
SPRINGTIME LAMB CASSEROLE
1
/2 packets (45 g) French onion soup
1
1
/4 cup plain flour
750 g lamb, cubed
3 spring onions, quartered
2 carrots, thinly sliced
3
/4 cup chicken stock
310 g can corn kernels, drained
2 sticks celery, finely chopped
200 mL carton sour cream
1. Combine French onion soup mix and flour in a 2-3-litre casserole dish. Toss
the lamb in flour mixture, coating thoroughly.
2. Add onions and carrots, stir in chicken stock and mix well.
3. Cover and cook for 20-22 minutes on MEDIUM, stirring during cooking.
4. Add corn, celery, parsley and chives. Mix well.
5. Cook a further 4-5 minutes on MEDIUM.
6. Add sour cream, stand covered for 3 minutes.
2 teaspoons parsley
2 teaspoons chives
APRICOT CHICKEN
1000 g chicken breast fillets, cubed
2 packets French onion soup
2 tablespoons plain flour
500 mL apricot nectar
400 g dried apricot, halves
Serves 4
Serves 4
BEEF STROGANOFF
1 kg rump steak, cut into strips
1
/2 cup plain flour
salt and pepper
1 onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato purée
1
1
/2 cups beef stock
1
/4 cup red wine
100 g mushrooms, thinly sliced
300 mL sour cream
1. Toss steak with flour, salt and pepper in a freezer bag until evenly coated.
2. Place steak, left-over flour, onion, tomato purée, beef stock and red wine in a
3-litre casserole dish.
3. Cook, covered, for 24-26 minutes on MEDIUM, stirring twice during cooking.
4. Stir in mushrooms and sour cream. Cook for a further 7-8 minutes on
MEDIUM.
5. Serve with boiled rice.
Serves 6
1. Toss chicken in combined French onion soup and plain flour.
2. Place in a 3-litre casserole dish and cover with a glass lid.
3. Cook chicken for 13-15 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH. Stir.
4. Add apricot nectar and apricots.
5. Cook, covered, for 13-15 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH.
6. Stir and stand, covered 5 minutes before serving.
7. Serve hot with pasta.
5
EXPRESS DEFROST MENU GUIDE
NO.
Menu
Fish Fillets0.5
Quantity
(kg's)
1
Chicken Fillets0.5
2
Sausages / Minced Meat0.5
3
NOTE: When freezing minced meat, shape it into flat even sizes.
For fish fillets, chicken fillets and sausages, freeze separately in single flat layers and if necessary
separate into layers with freezer plastic. This will ensure even defrosting.
It is also a good idea to label the packs with the correct weights.
Procedure
• Place fish fillets on a defrost rack.
• The oven will "beep" and stop, TURN, OVER will be displayed repeatedly. Turn over and
separate into pieces.
• Press start to continue defrosting.
• After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil.
• Place chicken fillets on a defrost rack.
• The oven will "beep" and stop, TURN, OVER will be displayed repeatedly. Turn over and
separate into pieces.
• Press start to continue defrosting.
• After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil.
• Place sausages / minced meat on a defrost rack.
• The oven will "beep" and stop, TURN, OVER 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.
Standing
Time
(minutes)
5
5
5
6
EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE
No.Menu
Minced Meat
Beef
1
Steak/Chops
Fish Fillets
2
Chicken Pieces• Shield the exposed bone with foil.
3
Poultry5 - 50
4
Roast Meat
Beef/Pork/Lamb
5
Quantity
min-max
(kg's)
0.1 - 2.0
0.1 - 2.0
0.1 - 1.0
0.1 - 2.0
1.0 - 3.0
0.5 - 2.5
Procedure
• Place frozen minced meat on a defrost rack. Shield edges.
• When the oven has stopped, remove defrosted portions of mince, turn over and shield
edges with foil strips.
• After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil.
• See NOTE below.
• Shield thin end of chops or steaks with foil.
• Position the food with thinner parts in the centre in a single layer on a defrost rack.
If pieces are stuck together, try to separate as soon as possible.
• When the oven has stopped, remove defrosted pieces, turn over and shield the warm
portions of remaining pieces.
• After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil.
• See NOTE below.
• Place chicken pieces on a defrost rack.
• When the oven has stopped, remove any defrosted pieces, turn over and shield the
warm portions of remaining pieces.
• After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil.
• See NOTE below.
• Remove from original wrapper. Shield wing and leg tips with foil.
• Place breast side down on a defrost rack.
• When the oven has stopped, turn over and shield the warm portions.
• After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil.
N.B. After standing run under cold water to remove giblets if necessary.
• Place joint with lean side face upwards (if possible) on a defrost rack.
• When the oven has stopped, turn over and shield the warm portions.
• After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil.
Standing
Time
(minutes)
10 - 30
5 - 30
(Steak/
Chops)
5 - 15
(Fish fillets)
5 - 15
5 - 50• Shield the bone and the edge with foil strips about 2.5cm wide.
Bread1• Separate slices and place between paper towel on turntable.
6
Foods not listed in the Guide can be defrosted using M•LOW setting.
NOTE: When freezing minced meat, shape it into flat even sizes.
For chicken pieces, steaks and chops, freeze separately in single flat layers and if necessary separate into layer with freezer plastic.
This will ensure even defrosting.
It is also a good idea to label the packs with the correct weights.
1 - 6 slices
• After defrosting, stand.
7
RECIPES
INDEX
MEAT
BEEF STROGANOFF9
CHILLI CON CARNE0
GOLDEN CURRY SAUSAGES9
HONEY ROAST LAMB0
INDIAN CURRY LAMB0
ITALIAN SPAGHETTI SAUCE0
LASAGNE8
SHEPHERD'S PIE9
MOROCCAN VEAL9
POULTRY
CHICKEN AND PENNE SALADq
CHICKEN FILLET BURGERSq
CHICKEN IN A POTq
CHICKEN WITH BACON ANDq
1. Pierce sausages with a fork twice. Arrange on a microwave rack.
2. Cook sausages for 14-16 minutes on MEDIUM, turning halfway through
cooking. After cooled, slice into rounds.
3. Mix sugar, vinegar, curry powder, flour, Worcestershire sauce and water
together in a jug.
4. In a 3-litre casserole dish combine butter, onions and cook for 2-3 minutes
on HIGH, or until onions become transparent.
5. Add carrot, sausages and sauce. Mix well and cook for an extra 9-12 minutes
on MEDIUM.
6. Serve hot with Balsmati rice and pappadums.
SHEPHERD'S PIE
4 large potatoes (approx.1 kg)
butter
milk
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
salt and pepper
1 kg minced beef
1 onion, chopped
1. Peel and cut potatoes into 2.5 cm cubes. Place in a large bowl. Add 2
tablespoons water; cover and cook for 12-14 minutes on HIGH or until
tender. Stir halfway through cooking. Drain.
2. Mash potatoes; add butter, milk, chives, salt and pepper until smooth
consistency forms.
3. In a large bowl, combine mince and onion and cook for 10-12 minutes on
MEDIUM HIGH, stirring every 2 minutes. Drain juices from meat.
1 tablespoon curry paste
300 g can of chickpeas
3 cubed zucchini
2 tablespoons fresh coriander or
parsley, chopped
1 kg mince
1 large onion, finely chopped
825 g can peeled tomatoes
salt and pepper
1-2 teaspoons chilli powder
1. Mix mince and onion together in a large bowl. Cook for 10-12 minutes on
MEDIUM HIGH, stirring every 2 minutes. Drain excess liquid.
2. Stir in tomatoes, salt and pepper, chilli powder, vinegar, sugar, tomato paste
and kidney beans.
3. Cook for 18-20 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH, stirring twice during cooking.
4. Serve with boiled rice.
HONEY ROAST LAMB
1.5 kg leg lamb
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1. Combine honey and Dijon mustard. Brush over lamb.
2. Place fat-side down on a roasting rack.
3. Cook for 26-28 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (for medium) or 32-34 minutes on
MEDIUM HIGH (for well done).
4. Turn over halfway through cooking shielding shank with foil to prevent
overcooking. Brush combined ingredients over leg of lamb. Allow to stand 10
minutes covered with foil before carving.
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
375 g jar tomato paste
425 g can red kidney beans, drained
Serves 4-6
10
POULTRY
CHICKEN WITH BACON
CHICKEN IN A POT
1 kg chicken thighs
1
/4 cup plain flour
2 rashers bacon, finely chopped
1 green capsicum, diced
1 onion, finely chopped
425 g can peeled tomatoes
1. Toss chicken thighs in flour.
2. Combine all ingredients, except mushrooms, in a 3-litre casserole dish.
3. Cover and cook for 27-30 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH. Stir 2-3 times during
cooking.
4. Add mushrooms. Cook, uncovered, a further 6-8 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH.
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 chicken stock cubes
1 tablespoon soy sauce
salt and pepper
200 g mushrooms, sliced
CHICKEN FILLET BURGERS
2 chicken breast fillets
1 pkt of chicken coating mix
30 g melted butter
TOPPING 1 HAWAIIAN
1 slice ham, sliced in half
2 slices pineapple, sliced in half
3 slices cheddar cheese
1. Brush fillets with butter.
2. Place chicken and seasoning mix into a freezer bag. Toss to coat chicken.
3. Place chicken fillets onto a roasting rack.
4. Cook for 6-8 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH, turning halfway through cooking.
5. Layer topping on chicken, finishing with cheese.
6. Cook for 4-6 minutes on MEDIUM.
7. Serves on a roll with salad.
TOPPING 2 MEDITERRANEAN
4 pieces of procecuttio
4 pieces of marinated vegetables such
6. Sprinkle the parmesan cheese and cook for 2 minutes on HIGH.
2 cloves fresh garlic
2 small shallots, finely sliced
600 g thickened cream
1 tablespoon fresh dill
1 cup parmesan cheese
Serves 4-6
Serves 4
CHEESY SALMON CANNELLONI
1 large packet cannelloni
250 g ricotta cheese
90 g cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste
2 eggs lightly beaten
210 g red salmon, drained with bones removed
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons of extra cheddar cheese
375 g jar pasta sauce
1. Combine ricotta cheese, cheddar cheese, salt and pepper, eggs, salmon
and lemon juice and mix well.
2. Place a spoonfuls of salmon mixture into cannelloni shells until full.
3. Place in a single layer in a shallow dish.
4. Pour pasta over cannelloni and smooth over with the back of a spoon to
ensure all sections of pasta are covered with sauce.
5. Cook for 14 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH.
6. Remove dish and spinkle with extra cheese. Continue cooking on MEDIUM
HIGH for a further 2-4 minutes. Allow to stand for 10 minutes before serving.
7. Spinkle with chopped parsley to serve.
GARLIC PRAWNS
24 green king prawns
3 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1. Peel and devein prawns, leaving tails in tact.
2. Combine butter and garlic. Cook for 1 minute on HIGH.
3. Stir in prawns and cook for 4-6 minutes on MEDIUM, tossing every 2
minutes.
4. Serve in individual dishes sprinkle with parsley.
Serves 4-6
Serves 4
13
SEAFOOD MARINARA
Serves 6-8
CRAB MORNAY
Serves 6
1 tablespoon oil
1 clove garlic, crushed
100 g angle hair pasta
6 cups hot tap water
300 g seafood marinara
1. Place oil and garlic in a large microwave safe bowl and cook for 20-30
seconds on HIGH.
2. Place pasta and hot water in a large microwave safe bowl and cook for 10
minutes on HIGH, stirring once during cooking. Allow to stand for 5 minutes.
Drain. Set aside.
3. Place 300 g marinara and tomatoes into oil and cook for 5-7 minutes on
MEDIUM, stirring once during cooking.
4. Stir in cream and shallots and cook for 1-2 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH.
5. Add basil. Stir and stand for 2 minutes before serving.
SESAME PRAWNS
250 g prawns, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 teaspoons kecap manis
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1. Peel prawns, leaving tails intact, and devein.
2. Combine the prawns, oil, garlic and kecap manis in a large bowl and stir
well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
3. Thread the prawns onto microwave safe skewers and place on to a microwave safe roasting rack.
4. Sprinkle one side of the skewered prawns with half the sesame seeds. Cook
for 3-5 minutes on MEDIUM, turning after 2 minutes.
1. Melt butter in jug for 30 seconds on HIGH, add oil, garlic and pepper.
2. Arrange mussels in serving bowl and pour remaining sauce over mussels.
1
/2 garlic sauce over mussels; toss well.
Pour
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VEGETABLES
CAULIFLOWER AU GRATIN
500 g cauliflower florets
30 g butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon mustard
1
/2 cup grated cheese
paprika
1. Place cauliflower in a flan dish. Cover and cook for 4-6 minutes on HIGH,
until tender. Drain.
2. Melt butter in a Pyrex jug for 30-40 seconds on HIGH.
3. Stir in flour. Cook for 1 minute on HIGH.
4. Gradually stir in milk and mustard. Cook for 2-2
every minute.
5. Stir in cheese until melted.
6. Pour over cauliflower. Sprinkle with paprika.
7. Cook for 2-4 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH.
1
/2 minutes on HIGH, stirring
EASY HOME-MADE RICE RISOTTO
1 onion, diced
60 g butter
4 rashers bacon, diced
(or 1 cup cooked chicken or ham)
3 chicken or beef stock cubes
2 cups boiling water
1 cup long-grain rice, washed well
1 cup assorted finely chopped vegetables,
e.g. carrots, zucchinis, mushrooms
1. Place onion, butter and bacon in large casserole dish. Cook for 2-3 minutes
on HIGH. Stir well.
2. Dissolve stock cubes in boiling water; add to onion and bacon. Add all other
ingredients. Cover with a lid and cook for 20 minutes on HIGH. Do not stir
while cooking.
3. At the end of this time, all the liquid will have been absorbed.
4. Leave to stand for 5 minutes and stir with a fork before serving.
Serves 4-6
Serves 6-8
SCALLOPED POTATOES
3 large potatoes (approx. 500 g), peeled and sliced thinly
1
/2 large onion, sliced
1 cup grated tasty cheese
250 mL cream
paprika
salt and pepper to taste
1. In a medium casserole dish, place
2. Layer
3. Sprinkle
4. Repeat with second layer of potatoes, onion and cheese.
5. Finishi with a layer of potatoes and pour over thickened cream.
6. Top with remaining cheese, salt and pepper to taste, sprinkle with paprika.
7. Cook uncovered for 10 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH.
8. Cook for a further 7 minutes on MEDIUM.
9. Stand for 5 minutes before serving.
1
/2 of the sliced onion on top.
1
/3 of the grated cheese over the onion.
1
/3 of the sliced potatoes to cover the dish.
HONEY CARROTS
500 g carrots, sliced lengthwise
60 g butter
1 tablespoon honey
1. Combine all ingredients in a casserole dish.
2. Cover and cook for 4-5 minutes on HIGH. Stir halfway through cooking.
3. Stand covered for 3 minutes before serving.
4. Sprinkle with toasted sesami seeds.
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sesami seeds
VEGETABLE PLATTER
200 g carrots, sliced
200 g broccoli, cut into florets
100 g zucchinis, sliced
1. Arrange vegetables in a shallow dish with the harder vegetables positioned
around the outside and the softer vegetables in the centre.
2. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap.
3. Cook for 3-5 minutes on HIGH.
4. Stand covered for 3 minutes, before serving.
Serves 4-6
Serves 4
Serves 4
15
POTATO, AVOCADO AND ONION SALAD
Serves 6
MARINATED VEGETABLES
Serves 6
1 kg small new potatoes
1 large onion, sliced into rings
1 tablespoon caster sugar
1 tablespoon butter
1
/2 cup mayonnaise
150 mL sour cream
black pepper
1 large avocado, cubed
chives
1. Cut unpeeled potatoes in half. Place in a large dish and cover with water.
Cook, covered with a lid, for 14-16 minutes on HIGH (potatoes should be
tender but holding their shape). Drain.
2. Place onion rings, caster sugar and butter in a Pyrex dish. Cook for 4-5
minutes on HIGH, stirring twice.
3. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream and black pepper. Pour over potatoes.
4. Toss in onions and avocado; sprinkle with chives.
STUFFED BAKED POTATOES
4 large potatoes
1
/4 cup milk
1
/4 cup cream
1
/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
30 g butter
2 teaspoons fresh parsley chopped
1
/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
paprika
Serves 4
1. Pierce potatos with a fork; place on turntable. Cook for 10-12 minutes on
HIGH. Stand in foil for 5 minutes.
2. Cut a thin slice from top of each potato; scoop out cooked potato with a
spoon, leaving a thin shell.
3. Stir milk, cream, half the cheese, butter, parsley, mustard and potato. Mix
well until no lumps remain.
4. Spoon mixture into each potato shell. Place on a plate.
5. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and paprika. Cook for 4-5 minutes on HIGH,
until cheese is melted.
PUMPKIN SALAD
1 kg pumpkin, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons water
3
/4 cup walnuts
6 shallots, chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
1
/2 teaspoon nutmeg
ground black pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
1. In a large bowl, heat sesame oil, chilli sauce, soy sauce and lemon juice for
1 minute on HIGH.
2. Add pumpkin and cook covered 4-6 minutes on HIGH, until just tender.
3. Stir in beans and zucchinis, cook covered a further 3-4 minutes on HIGH.
4. Spoon onto a serving plate. Sprinkle with coriander.
POTATOES PIZZAIOLA
Serves 4-6
4 large potatoes
1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, crushed
425 g can tomatoes, roughly chopped
2 teaspoons fresh (or
ground black pepper and salt to taste
1
/2 brown onion, finely diced
1
/2 teaspoon dried) basil
1 anchovy, minced
1. Peel and dice potatoes into 1.5 cm cubes, rinse and place in a large bowl
with 2 tablespoons of water, cover and cook for 6-8 minutes on HIGH,
stirring halfway through cooking. Drain.
2. In a small bowl, combine butter, garlic, onion and anchovy. Cook for
1
/2-1
minute on HIGH, stir halfway.
3. Combine basil, pepper and salt to garlic mixture.
4. Add tomatoes and garlic mixture to potatoes, ensuring potatoes are well
coated.
5. Cook, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes on HIGH, stirring halfway through cooking.
1. Place pumpkin in large bowl, add 2 tablespoons of water, cover and cook for 810 minutes on HIGH or until pumpkin is just cooked, but still firm. Stir halfway
through cooking
2. Refresh by running cold water over pumpkin. Drain and chill.
3. Mix walnuts, shallots, parsley, nutmeg and pepper with mayonnaise.
4. Fold mayonnaise mixture gently into the pumpkin. Serve chilled.
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DESSERTS
AUSTRALIAN FRUIT CAKE
1 kg mixed fruit
1 cup brown sugar
250 g butter, chopped
2 tablespoons brandy
4 eggs, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons parisienne essence
1. Combine the first 4 ingredients in a large bowl. Cover and cook for 5 minutes
on HIGH, stirring once. Allow to cool slightly.
2. Stir in eggs and parisienne essence, followed by dry ingredients.
3. Pour into a greased 20 cm cake container.
4. Cook for 10 minutes on MEDIUM.
5. Using a 3 cm foil strip, place around the outside of cake plastic container.
(This will prevent the outside from overcooking before the centre is cooked.)
6. Cook a further 10 minutes on MEDIUM.
7. Stand for 10 minutes before turning out.
8. Pour over extra brandy. Decorate with extra glacé fruits if desired.
1 cup plain flour, sifted
1 teaspoon baking powder
salt
1
/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons brandy, extra
Serves 4-6
CHOCOLATE CAKE
2 cups sugar
3
/4 cup cocoa
1 teaspoon baking powder
1
1
/2 cups milk
ICING
125 g butter
1 cup icing sugar
1 dessert spoon rum
1. Combine all ingredients together in a large bowl.
2. Beat together for 3 minutes on HIGH.
3. Pour into a greased microwave safe gugelhopf container.
4. Cook for 18-20 minutes on MEDIUM. Allow to stand 5-10 minutes before
turning out.
5. Allow to cool before icing.
ICING
1. Beat ingredients together till light and creamy.
30-40 seconds
60-70 seconds
11/2-12/3 minutes
30-35 seconds per roll
MICROWAVE TIME
3-4 minutes
7-8 minutes
5 minutes
2-3 minutes
2-3 minutes
Place between paper towel
directly on turntable.
Remove from packaging.
Place between paper towel
on a rack. Turn over halfway.
Allow to stand
3-5 minutes before reheating.
Shield head and tail
with foil.
Separate and
rearrange halfway
through defrosting.
Separate as soon as
possible.
Separate as soon as
possible.
PROCEDURES
PROCEDURES
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MICROWAVE OVEN ROASTING CHART
FOOD
BEEF
Rare
Medium
Well done
VEAL
Well done
PORK
Well done
LAMB
Medium
Well done
CHICKEN
Whole
CHICKEN
Pieces
COOKING TIME AND POWER LEVEL
20-22 minutes/kg at MEDIUM
23-25 minutes/kg at MEDIUM
26-28 minutes/kg at MEDIUM
25-28 minutes/kg at MEDIUM
28-34 minutes/kg at MEDIUM
13-21 minutes/kg at MEDIUM HIGH
16-22 minutes/kg at MEDIUM HIGH
20-22 minutes/kg at MEDIUM HIGH
12-14 minutes/500 g at MEDIUM
INSTRUCTIONS
Place fat-side down on a Rack. Turn over halfway through
cooking. Stand covered with foil before carving.
Tie meat with string. Place on a rack. Brush with melted
butter. Turn over halfway through cooking. Stand covered
with foil before carving.
Brush rind with oil and sprinkle with salt. Place on a rack.
Turn over halfway through cooking. Stand covered with foil
before carving.
Season with 'Season All' or as desired. Place fat-side down
on a rack. Turn over halfway through cooking. Stand covered
with foil before carving.
Brush with melted butter. Season as desired. Place chicken
breast-side down on a rack. Turn over and shield wings and
legs halfway through cooking. Stand covered with foil before
carving.
Season as desired. Place chicken skin-side down on a rack.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
STANDING TIME
10-15 minutesTie meat with string. Season with cracked pepper.
5-10 minutes
10-15 minutes
10-15 minutes
10-15 minutes
10-15 minutes
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FRESH VEGETABLE CHART
VEGETABLE
Asparagus
Beans
Broccoli
Brussels
sprouts
Cabbage
Carrots
Cauliflower
Chokos
Corn (on cob)
Eggplant
Mushrooms
500 g
500 g
500 g
500 g
500 g
500 g
500 g
500 g (2)
500 g (2)
1 kg (4)
500 g
500 g
MICROWAVE TIME
AT HIGH (100%)
3-4 minutes
4-5 minutes
4-5 minutes
4-5 minutes
3-4 minutes
31/2-5 minutes
4-5 minutes
5-51/2 minutes
6-7 minutes
14-15 minutes
3-31/2 minutes
3-31/2 minutes
COOKING PROCEDURE
Wash and place in a freezer bag. Allow to stand
3 minutes before serving.
Cut into 4 cm pieces. Place in a dish with 1
tablespoon water. Cook covered. Allow to stand
3 minutes before serving.
Cut into uniform florets. Arrange with flower
towards centre. Cook covered. Allow to stand 3
minutes before serving.
Arrange in a 23 cm flan dish. Arrange with stalk
towards outside. Cook covered. Allow to stand 3
minutes before serving.
Shred and cook in a dish with 2 tablespoons
water. Cook covered. Allow to stand 3 minutes
before serving.
Arrange in a dish with 1 tablespoon water. Cook
covered. Allow to stand 3 minutes before
serving.
Cut into uniform florets. Arrange with flower
towards centre, with 1 tablespoon water. Cook
covered. Allow to stand 3 minutes before
serving.
Cut into quarters. Place in a 20 cm pie plate
with 1 tablespoon of water. Cook covered.
Allow to stand 3 minutes before serving.
Rinse corn under cold water. Place corn in husk
directly onto turntable. Turn over during cooking.
Allow to stand 3 minutes before serving.
Rinse corn under cold water. Place corn in husk
directly onto turntable. Turn over during cooking.
Allow to stand 5 minutes before serving.
Cut into 2 cm cubes. Place in a dish with 2
tablespoons water. Cook covered. Allow to
stand 3 minutes before serving.
Sliced or whole. Place in a dish with 2
teaspoons butter. Allow to stand 3 minutes
before serving.
VEGETABLE
Peas - Green
- Snow
Potatoes
(jacket)
(baked)
Pumpkin
Spinach
Squash
Sweet Potato
Tomatoes
Zucchini
Vegetables
(canned)
AMOUNTAMOUNT
500 g
500 g
2 medium
4 small
2 medium
4 small
500 g
500 g
500 g
500 g
1 kg
500 g
500 g
500 g
MICROWAVE TIME
AT HIGH (100%)
4-5 minutes
3-31/2 minutes
31/2-41/2minutes
41/2-5 minutes
4-41/2 minutes
3-4 minutes
31/2-41/2 minutes
5-6 minutes
11-12 minutes
2-3 minutes
31/2-41/2 minutes
3-4 minutes
COOKING PROCEDURE
Cook in a dish with 1 teaspoon sugar and 1
tablespoon water. Cook covered. Allow to
stand 3 minutes before serving.
Remove string from pod. Cook in a dish with 1
tablespoon water. Cook covered. Allow to
stand 3 minutes before serving.
Pierce skin with a fork. Place on turntable.
Turn over halfway through cooking. Allow to
stand wrapped in foil 3 minutes.
Peel and quarter potatoes. Cook in a dish
with 1/3 cup water. Cook covered. Allow to
stand 3 minutes before serving.
Peel and cut into serving-size pieces. Place
in a dish and cook covered. Allow to stand 3
minutes before serving.
Wash and shred. Cook, covered, in a dish
with 2 tablespoons water. Allow to stand 3
minutes before serving.
Wash and place in a dish with 1 tablespoon of
water. Pierce whole squash with a fork. Cook
covered. Allow to stand 3 minutes before
serving.
Peel and quarter potatoes. Cut in half and
then into 1 cm thick slices. Allow to stand 3-5
minutes before serving.
Cut into quarters. Place in a dish. Season
and cook covered. Allow to stand 3 minutes
before serving.
Cut into uniform-size pieces. Place in a dish
with 1 tablespoon covered water and 1
tablespoon butter. Cook covered. Allow to
stand 3 minutes before serving.
Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons liquid. Place
vegetables and reserved liquid in a dish and
cook covered. Allow to stand 3 minutes before
serving.
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FROZEN VEGETABLE CHART
1. Place vegetables in a dish. Cover with a lid.
2. Stir halfway through cooking.
3. Allow to stand 1-3 minutes before serving.
Asparagus
Beans (green, cut)
Broccoli
Brussels sprouts
Carrots (whole)
(sliced)
Cauliflower
Corn (on cob)
(kernel)
Peas (green)
Spinach
Mixed Vegetables
WEIGHTVEGETABLE
4 pieces
(500 g)
500 g
500 g
500 g
500 g
500 g
500 g
500 g
500 g
500 g
250 g
500 g
MICROWAVE TIME
AT HIGH (100%)
8-9 minutes
8-9 minutes
8-9 minutes
8-9 minutes
6-61/2 minutes
7-8 minutes
8-9 minutes
5-7 minutes
8-9 minutes
8-9 minutes
5-51/2 minutes
8-9 minutes
SPECIAL PROCEDURES
Break apart as soon as
possible. Arrange with flower
towards the centre.
Break apart as soon as
possible.Arrange with flower
towards the centre.
Break apart as soon as
possible.
RICE AND PASTA COOKING CHART
FOOD
1 cup white rice
1 cup brown rice
1 cup macaroni
250 g spaghetti
250 g fettuccine
1
/3 cup quick-cooking
oats
1 cup quick-cooking
oats
Procedure:
Place rice/pasta/oats in a large bowl with water. Cook uncovered, stirring twice
during cooking. Allow to stand 2 minutes.
OTHER INGREDIENTS
2 cups hot tap water
21/2 cups hot tap water
4 cups boiling water
4 cups boiling water
4 cups boiling water
3
/4 cup cold tap water or milk
21/4 cups cold tap water or milk
14-16 minutes on HIGH
22-26 minutes on HIGH
10-12 minutes on HIGH
12-14 minutes on HIGH
10-12 minutes on HIGH
2-4 minutes on HIGH
43/4-7 minutes on HIGH
COOKING TIME
GUIDE TO COOKING EGGS
SCRAMBLED EGG GUIDE
Place butter, eggs and milk in a small
bowl. Beat with a fork until well
combined. Cook, uncovered, stirring
halfway through cooking.
Cook
Egg(s)
1
2
3
4
Butter
1 tsp.
2 tsp.
1 tbsp.
1 tbsp.
Milk
1 tbsp.
1 tbsp.
2 tbsp.
1
/4 cup
MEDIUM
HIGH (70%)
1-11/2 min.
1-2 min.
2-3 min.
3-4 min.
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REHEATING CONVENIENCE
DEFROSTING CONVENIENCE
– FOOD CHART
FOOD
Beverage (room temp.)
250 mL per cup
Canned Food (room temp.)
(e.g. Spaghetti, Baked Beans)
Canned Soup (room temp.)
250 mL per cup
Meat Pie (refrigerated)
Individual 180 g each
Frozen Pasta Dinners
(e.g. Lasagne)
Pizza (refrigerated)
100 g per slice
Dinner Plate (refrigerated)
350 g-400 g per serve
Casserole (refrigerated)
250 g per serve
Croissants (frozen)
Fruit Pie whole (frozen)
Fruit Pie individual (frozen)
135 g each
WEIGHT
1 cup
2 cups
1 cup
2 cups
1 cup
2 cups
1 pie
4 pies
300-500 g
500-750 g
1 slice
2 slices
1 serve
1 serve
2 serves
1
2
600 g
1
2
COOKING TIME AND POWER LEVEL
1-11/2 minutes on HIGH
21/2-3 minutes on HIGH
4-6 minutes on MEDIUM
6-8 minutes on MEDIUM
2-21/2 minutes on HIGH
3-31/2 minutes on HIGH
3-5 minutes on MEDIUM
91/2 minutes on MEDIUM
31/2-5 minutes on HIGH, followed by 4-5minutes on
MEDIUM
41/2-6 minutes on HIGH, followed by 81/2-10 minutes
on MEDIUM
1-2 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH
21/2-31/2 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH
5-7 minutes on MEDIUM
6-8 minutes on MEDIUM
10-12 minutes on MEDIUM
30-40 seconds on MEDIUM LOW
60-70 seconds on MEDIUM LOW
4-5 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH followed by 5 minutes
on MEDIUM LOW
11/2-2 minutes on MEDIUM LOW
21/2-3 minutes on MEDIUM LOW
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Stir after heating.
Place food in bowl. Cover plastic wrap or lid.
Stir halfway.
Stir halfway through cooking. Stir after heating.
Place directly on turntable, face side down. Cover with
paper towel.
Turn over halfway.
Remove from foil container. Place in a dish same size.
Cover with plastic wrap or lid. Allow to stand.
Place on paper towel. Place directly on turntable. Allow to
stand.
Slice potato. Cover plate with plastic wrap. Place directly
on turntable. Allow to stand.
Place in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap. Place directly on
turntable. Stir halfway. Allow to stand, then stir.
Place between paper towels. Place directly on the
turntable.
Keep in foil container. Place on a roasting rack. Allow to
stand.
Remove from foil container. Place directly on the
turntable. Allow to stand.
1-11/2 minutes on MEDIUM LOW
2-3 minutes on MEDIUM LOW
1-3 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH followed by 1-21/2
minutes on MEDIUM LOW
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Place directly on turntable. Turn over halfway through
defrosting.
Remove from foil container. Place on dinner plate. Allow
to stand.
—
2-3 minutes
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
SPOON MEASURES
1 tablespoon= 20 mL
1 teaspoon= 5 mL
1
/2 teaspoon= 2.5 mL
1
/4 teaspoon= 1.25 mL
LIQUID MEASURES
Cups
1 cup= 250 mL=8 fl. oz.
1
/2 cup = 125 mL=4 fl. oz.
1
/3 cup =80 mL=
1
/4 cup =60 mL=2 fl. oz.
CUP MEASURES
1 cup flour140 g41/2 oz.
1 cup sugar250 g8 oz.
1 cup brown sugar185 g6 oz.
1 cup icing sugar185 g6 oz.
1 cup butter/margarine250 g8 oz.
1 cup honey/golden syrup375 g12 oz.
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs60 g2 oz.
1 cup crushed biscuits125 g4 oz.
1 cup uncooked rice220 g7 oz.
1 cup mixed fruit185 g6 oz.
1 cup chopped nuts125 g4 oz.
1 cup coconut90 g3 oz.
DRY INGREDIENTS
Metric
15 g=
30 g=1 oz.
60 g=2 oz.
90 g=3 oz.
125 g=4 oz.
185 g=6 oz.
250 g=8 oz.
500 g=1 lb.
1000 g=2 lb.
NOTE
• Recipes in this book use standard metric equipment
approved by the Australian Standards Association.
• All spoon and cup measures are level.
• All recipes in this book that include eggs require 55 g
unless otherwise specified.
MetricImperial
(1 kg)
2.5 fl. oz.
Metric
Imperial
1
/2 oz.
Imperial
GENERAL INFORMATION
DEFROSTING
Thawing food, especially meats, using the microwave
oven is not only faster than any other method but it can
also give better results.
Once frozen meat is thawed, it begins to lose its juices.
With a microwave oven you can thaw meat just before
you plan to cook it, thus preserving the quality.
Microwave thawing doesn't mean a lot of fuss, but some
attention is needed to make sure that parts of food do not
start to cook before the centre is thawed. MEDIUM LOW
is fast enough to be convenient but gentle enough to give
good results.
areas and turn over after half the time. Let poultry stand
30 to 60 minutes after thawing, until giblets and neck can
be removed and breast meat under wings is
completely thawed.
CUTS OF MEAT
Break up or separate minced beef, cubed meat, chicken
pieces or fish fillets after one-third of thawing time.
Remove any thawed pieces. Place remainder in baking
dish to complete thawing. Turn over roasts, steaks, chops
or chicken. Separate as soon as possible.
JOINTS
Turn over large roasts after half the time. As you turn,
touch the meat to find warm areas and shield these with
small pieces of foil. Let roast stand 30 to 45 minutes after
defrosting time. Thaw meats and poultry only until they
can be pierced in the centre with a skewer. Surface or
cavity should feel cool but not icy. Cook as soon as
possible to prevent loss of juices.
REHEATING
Foods reheated in the microwave oven taste freshly
cooked, not reheated. Suit the power level to the food. A
bowl of leftover vegetables can be reheated at HIGH,
while lasagne, which contains sensitive cheese and
cannot be stirred, should be reheated at MEDIUM HIGH
or MEDIUM.
CASSEROLES
Cover dish tightly. Stir several times during reheating,
especially if casserole has been refrigerated. If casserole
cannot be stirred, reheat at MEDIUM.
MEATS
Medium to thin slices reheat best. Cover meat with
sauce or gravy. Cover with microwave plastic wrap to
hold in heat. Reheat on MEDIUM.
PLATES OF FOOD
Arrange food with thickest parts of meat and bulky
vegetables to outside of the plate. Place quick-to-heat
foods in the centre. Cover with microwave plastic wrap.
VEGETABLES
Wrap large, whole vegetable in microwave plastic wrap.
Cover dishes of vegetables and stir during reheating, if
possible.
TOASTING
ALMONDS
Place 100 g almonds in a glass dish; cook for 3-3
minutes on HIGH, or until golden brown. Stir almonds
every minute during cooking.
SESAME SEEDS
1
Place
/4 cup sesame seeds in a glass bowl; cook for 2-3
minutes on HIGH, or until golden. Stir every minute.
1
/2
RECONSTITUTING DRIED FOODS
DRIED FRUITS
Place 1 cup of fruit in a bowl, cover with cold water,
and cook for 4
5 minutes before using.
1
/2-5 minutes on HIGH. Stand covered for
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PULSES
To soak: Place one cup of any variety of beans in a large
dish, add 2 cups cold water and cover with a lid or plastic
wrap. Place in microwave and cook for 5 minutes on
HIGH. Then simmer for 30 minutes on MEDIUM LOW.
They will then be ready to use.
To cook: Rinse pulses. One cup of pulses to 4 cups of
boiling water is required for a maximum of 45 minutes on
HIGH.
DRIED MUSHROOMS
Place in a bowl with 2 cups of water and heat, slowly, 8-
10 minutes on LOW.
COMMONLY ASKED
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
MICROWAVES COOK FROM THE INSIDE OUT. They
certainly do not. Microwaves penetrate foods from the
outside to a depth of about 2.5 cm. Small foods, under 5
cm in diameter, are penetrated to the centre from all
sides. With large foods, energy creates heat in the outer
layer; then the heat moves to the centre by conduction,
as it does conventionally. A few foods may appear to
cook more on the inside. One example is an egg. Energy
penetrates to the centre, where the fatty yolk becomes
hotter than the white, and cooks quicker.
YOU CAN'T USE METAL IN A MICROWAVE OVEN.
False. Metal reflects microwaves; the oven itself is made
of metal so microwave energy can't escape. Inside the
oven, metal slows cooking because it keeps energy from
reaching parts of the food. You can use the reflective
properties of metal to protect foods which might overcook
in some areas.
DISHES DON'T GET HOT IN A MICROWAVE OVEN.
Keep your oven mitts handy. A microwave-safe utensil
will not be heated by microwave energy, but it will
become hot from contact with hot food. Heat tends to
equalise. A warm object heats the air around it, like a
radiator in a cool room. When food becomes hot, some of
this heat is transferred to the dish.
POINTS TO REMEMBER
As a general guide:
HIGH – is ideal for vegetables, fruit, soup, beverages,
bacon and sauces.
MEDIUM HIGH – for roasting lamb, roasting chicken and
fish fillets.
MEDIUM – is for roasting beef, pork and simmering;
great for casseroles or stews and cooking seafood.
MEDIUM LOW – allows you to defrost.
LOW – is used to keep foods warm once they are
cooked.
• The more food in the microwave oven, the longer it
takes to cook.
• Reduce liquids in a microwave recipe because there is
not as much evaporation, due to the shorter cooking
time.
• Reduce seasonings slightly because flavours will be
unbalanced by quantity of liquid. Do not add salt
until the end of the cooking process.
• Microwaves cook from the outside to the centre, so
when arranging foods always place the thicker or
more dense portions of food at the outside, with
the thinner, less-dense pieces on the inside.
• Foil can be used in the microwave oven success
fully.
Just remember two rules:
(a) There must be at least half of the food
exposed to the microwaves.
(b) Do not let the foil touch the sides of the oven.
Use foil to shield thinner parts of food when defrosting,
to prevent over-cooking and drying out.
• All food continues to cook after it leaves the micro
wave oven because the heat is stored in the food
and not in the oven.
Standing time required will vary according to the volume
and density of food.
e.g. Fish and vegetables – 1-5 minutes
Cakes – 3-10 minutes
Roasts – 5-15 minutes
Cover foods with a lid or foil when standing.
• When reheating foods always cover with a lid,
plastic wrap or paper towel to prevent foods from
drying out. Reheat on MEDIUM for best results.
• Always pierce food that has a membrane – for
example eggs, tomatoes, potatoes and kidneys.
• Remember to cover vegetables with a lid or plastic
wrap when cooking.
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HINTS
• Always place the stems of vegetables – e.g.
cauliflower, broccoli – toward the outside of the dish.
The stems are tougher than the flower, so this will
ensure even cooking.
• Ice-cream containers were made for freezing food
and are not suitable for use in a microwave oven.
• Remember: When melting chocolate in the
microwave oven, it holds its shape until stirred. Heat for
2-21/2 minutes per 100 g on MEDIUM. DO NOT
COVER.
• Jams and chutneys are great when made in the
microwave, as they retain their colour and flavour.
As cooking time is so short, less evaporation occurs.
Therefore pectin or a jam setting agent is required to
make jam set.
• To obtain more juice from oranges, lemons or limes,
prick skin, microwave 30 seconds on HIGH and stand 2
minutes before squeezing.
• Warm jam for a quick glaze. Heat 2-3 tablespoons for
30 seconds on HIGH; strain if necessary while hot.
• Soften cream cheese for dips or beating by removing
foil wrapper and cooking for 1 minute on MEDIUM
LOW.
• To melt marshmallows, place 100 g in a large bowl.
Cook for 30 seconds on HIGH.
• To dissolve gelatine, mix 1 teaspoon gelatine with 2
tablespoons water and cook for 20-30 seconds on
HIGH. Stir well.
• To blanch almonds place 100 g in a bowl with 1 cup
of water. Cook for 5 minutes on HIGH.
• If brown sugar becomes hard, simply soften in the
microwave oven. Place a cup at a time in a bowl with a
slice of bread. Cover with plastic wrap and cook for 40
seconds on HIGH.
• Soften 6-8 honey-snap biscuits for 30 seconds on
HIGH. Shape into base of patty dish for quick tartlet
cases.
• Place a chocolate after-dinner mint on top of 6 patty
cakes; arrange cakes evenly on turntable. Cook about
50-60 seconds on HIGH, or until chocolate is soft.
Gently spread chocolate mint evenly over patty cake for
a quick icing.
• To soften honey, remove metal lid from jar and
microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds.
• Stuffed mushrooms are a terrific idea. Provided the
filling is cooked, twelve mushrooms placed on a layer of
paper towel will take approximately 3 minutes to heat
on HIGH.
• To remove odours, place 1-litre water with slice of
lemon or 1 teaspoon vanilla essence in the micro
wave.
Cook for 20 minutes on HIGH.
• As microwave cooking time is so quick, food should
be seasoned to taste with herbs and spices after
cooking.
• To peel a tomato, pierce the skin with a fork 3-4
times.
Place on a rack and cook for 45-60 seconds on HIGH.
Stand for 3 minutes before peeling.
• Lightly prick the skin of chicken before cooking. This
prevents the loud popping noises.
• Peeling garlic is made easier by placing a clove in
the microwave for 10 seconds on HIGH.
• Pierce the skin of chicken livers with a fork before
cooking to prevent popping of the internal fat. Cover
with paper towel when cooking.
• The flavour of wine in food is highlighted with the
short microwave cooking time, so adjust the
quantity to your taste.
• Tomato sauce can be warmed for 30 seconds on
HIGH to give it a pouring consistency. (ensure lid is
removed.)
• When cooking sauces in the microwave use less
liquid: the absence of direct heat means sauces do
not reduce as much as stovetop-prepared sauces.
• Rice and pasta cook well in small quantities. Use a
large container to prevent boiling over.
• FOIL. Contrary to popular belief, foil can be used in
the microwave – for shielding, not covering. It must
not come in contact with the walls of the micro
wave. Foil directs microwave energy away from
delicate or thin areas of food, toward areas that
need more cooking. It is essential for even defrosting. Place foil over the thawed sections, allowing
the frozen portions to continue defrosting.
• To enhance the colour and flavour when roasting
chicken, mix some brown sugar, honey and a little
soy sauce together and brush both sides of poultry
before and during cooking.
• To blanch vegetables for freezing, place 150 g of
vegetables in a dish with 1 tablespoon of water.
Cover and cook on HIGH for 1/3 of the usual cooking
time. After cooking, immerse immediately in iced
water, package, label, and freeze for up to 3 months.
• Do not add salt to vegetables before cooking, as salt
draws out the moisture and causes vegetables to
toughen.
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original purchaser that the product sold with this certificate is free of defects in material or workmanship under normal
use and service for a period of 2 (two) years from the date of purchase thereof, subject to the following conditions:
1. The guarantee shall apply to the product, provided the product is still owned by the original purchaser and provided
further that it was purchased in and is retained for use in the Republic of South Africa, Swaziland, Lesotho,
Botswana, South West Africa (Namibia) and all territories formerly falling within the boundaries of the Republic of
South Africa (as constituted on 31 May 1961).
2. At any time within 2 (two) years from the date of invoice issued to the original purchaser, the Company shall, at its
election, repair or replace, entirely free of charge as its own branch or authorised service dealer, any part in the
product found to be defective by such Company branch or authorised service dealer. If the original purchaser
resides in an area situated beyond a 50 kilometer radius from the nearest Company branch or authorised service
dealer, all travelling expenses incurred by the Company in connection with repair or replacement of the product shall
be for the original purchaser’s account.
3. It is a condition of this guarantee that the Company shall not be responsible for any transportation, labour, material
or any other costs not specified in the clauses contained herein.
4. Installation, operation, maintenance and servicing of the product must be carried out in accordance with the
Company instructions as contained in this booklet or in the product packaging, and any failure to do so will render
the guarantee null and void.
5. The Company shall not be responsible for damage to the product resulting from: incorrect voltages or faults in the
electrical power supply system; general misuse or abuse of the product; failure to use the product for the purpose
for which it was designed; fire, flood, war, civil disturbances, strikes, lookouts, acts of God, acts of Government or
quasi-Government, or any other cause beyond the reasonable control of the Comapny.
6. The Company shall not accept any responsibility or liability for any loss suffered by or damage of any kind caused
to the original purchaser or any other person by or due to failure of operation or malfunction of the product or for
consequential damage of whatsoever nature, whether such loss, damage or consequential damage was suffered
by the original purchaser or any other person.
7. Should the product be worked on by anyone other than a Company branch or authorised service dealer or be found
to contain any component parts or accessories other than product component parts or accessories, this guarantee
will become null and void.
8. The defacement or removal of the nameplate and/or serial number from the product will render the guarantee null
and void.
9. The guarantee does not apply to light bulbs or fuses nor to vitreous enamelware or other similar finishes nor to
external cables and plugs where the length of life depends on the amount of use and care given.
10. Save as set out in this guarantee, no terms, conditions, provisions, representations or statements (whether express
or implied) shall be of any force or effect whether made prior to, on, or subsequent to the date of original purchase,
unless the same shall have been confirmed in writing by the Company.
11. Failure to submit the guarantee Registration Certificate (contained herein or in the product packaging) within a
period 30 (thirty) days of date of original purchase, or to produce documentary proof of ownership and date of original
purchase prior to guarantee repair and/or replacement of any defective part being carried out by the Company, will
render the customer liable for all costs incurred by the Company inclusive of parts, repairs, labour, travelling and
transportation even if the product still falls within the period of guarantee cover. The same condition will apply in
respect of service calls where the product is found to be free from defects in material or workmanship.
12. This undertaking is given in lieu of any liability of the Company at common low, whether in respect of patent and/
or latent defects, express and/or implied representations or guarantees and/or in contract and/or in delict and/or
otherwise, and any such liability is hereby expressly excluded.
Microwave Special Conditions
Failure to observe the following conditions will forthwith render the guarantee null and void:
(i) Metal or tinfoil objects must not be placed in the oven.
(ii) The oven must not be operated if the oven is empty.
(iii) No object must be placed on top of the oven.
(iv) Abrasive and harsh cleaners must not be used. Hot water and mild detergent are sufficient.
(v) This product is not suitable for commercial or laboratory use.
(vi) In the unlikely event of failure please route your service call through your service dealer. Alternatively contact one
of the Company branches.
(vii) In the event of repair or replacement of defective parts being necessary, the product should be delivered to the
nearest service dealer.
* THIS GUARANTEE IS APPLIED ONLY IN THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA, SWAZILAND, LESOTHO,
BOTSWANA, SOUTH WEST AFRICA (NAMIBIA) AND ALL TERRITORIES FORMERLY FALLING WITHIN THE
BOUNDARIES OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA (AS CONSTITUTED ON 31 MAY 1961).
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
FEATURE
Instant Action
Express Defrost
Easy Defrost
Less/More
Setting
For Instant Action
Less/More
Setting
For Express
Defrost, Easy
Defrost
Variable Cooking
Control
QUICK OPERATION GUIDE
To cook 2 Jacket Potatoes.
x 2
To defrost 0.5kg of Chicken Fillets.
Menu Number
x 2
To defrost 1.0kg of Chicken Pieces.
Menu Number
x 4
Menu Number
x 3
eg. Chicken Pieces
Weight
For More setting
Weight
eg. 1.0 kg
x 1
★
Within 2 seconds
For Less setting
or
For More setting
x 2
For Less setting
or
x 1
★
Express Defrost does not need to enter weight.
To soften Cream Cheese or Butter for 40 seconds on 30%.
Cooking Time
x 2
Instant Cook
Just One Touch
Within 3 minutes of closing the door
Timer
Child Lock
To set for 3 minutes.
To lock.
To unlock.
Clock
To set for 11:45 am
®
SHARP CORPORATION OSAKA, JAPAN
x 1x 4
Press for 3 seconds
TINSEA935WRRZ - M32
PRINTED IN THAILAND
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