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800W (IEC 60705)

R-64STM

MICROWAVE OVEN WITH GRILL

OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKBOOK

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CONTENTS

Oven and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Safety:

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Operation:

Maff Heating Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Microwaving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Microwave Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Before Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

How to operate the oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Grilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Dual Grilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Express Cook/Express Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Express Cook/Express Defrost Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 - 12

Convenient Functions: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Cooking Advice:

Suitable Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 - 15

Food Handling & Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 - 16

Advice for Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Advice for Reheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Advice for Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Cookbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 - 32

Aftercare:

Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 - 34

To Replace the Mains Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Calling for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

OPERATION MANUAL

This operation manual contains important information which you should read carefully

before using your microwave oven.

IMPORTANT: There may be a serious risk to health if this operation manual is not followed

or if the oven is modified so that it operates with the door open.

If you require any advice or assistance regarding your Sharp product, please visit our

website -

http://www.sharp.co.uk/support.

Customers without Internet access may telephone 08705 274277 during office hours, or

from Ireland (01) 676 0648.

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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES

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ACCESSORIES:

Check to make sure the following accessories are provided: (13) Turntable (14) Roller stay (15) Seal packing Place the roller stay in the seal packing on the floor of the cavity. Then place the turntable on to the roller stay. To avoid turntable damage, ensure dishes and containers are lifted clear of the turntable rim when removing them from the oven.

(16) Rack (For use of the rack, refer to the grilling and dual grilling sections on page 9).

NOTES:

• Always operate the oven with the turntable and support fitted correctly. This promotes thorough even cooking. A badly fitted turntable may rattle, may not rotate properly and damage the oven.

• The turntable rotates clockwise or counter clockwise. The rotary direction may change each time you start the oven. This does not affect cooking performance.

• When you order accessories, please mention two details: part name and model name to your dealer or SHARP authorised service facility.

1 Grill heating element 2 Control panel 3 Oven lamp 4 Door opening handle 5 Waveguide cover (DO NOT REMOVE) 6 Seal packing 7 Oven cavity 8 Door seals and sealing surfaces 9 Menu label 10 Ventilation openings 11 Outer cabinet 12 Power supply cord

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CONTROL PANEL

1. DIGITAL DISPLAY

2. EXPRESS COOK button:

Use for programming the EXPRESS COOK menus 1 - 7.

3. EXPRESS DEFROST buttons: Use to defrost foods stated.

4. START/AUTO MINUTE button: Press to start a programme. Press to cook on 100P for 1 minute or increase time during cooking in multiples of 1 minute.

5. STOP/CLEAR button: Press once to stop a programme, twice to cancel a programme.

6. TIME/KG/POWER knob: Use to enter the cooking time, weight or microwave power level. You can rotate clockwise or anti-clockwise.

7. COOKING MODE button: Press once to select microwave. Press twice to select grill. Press three times to select dual grill (microwave and grill).

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INSTALLATION

WARNING Inspect the Oven:

• Check the oven carefully for damage before and regularly after installation.

• Make sure the door closes properly, that it is not misaligned or warped.

• Check the hinges and door safety latches are not broken or loose.

• Ensure the door seal and sealing surfaces are not damaged.

• Inspect the oven interior and door for dents. Important: If any damage is apparent, do not operate the oven in any way. Contact your dealer or a SHARP authorised service facility. (see p. 35)

1. Remove all packing materials including the feature sticker (if applicable). Do not remove the plastic film from the inside of the oven window as this protects it from dirt. The waveguide cover prevents food and grease from entering the waveguide area where it could cause damage. DO NOT REMOVE.

2. Place oven on a secure, level surface, strong enough to take the oven weight, plus the heaviest item likely to be cooked in the oven.

3. The minimum height of free space necessary above the top surface of the oven is 21cm.

4. The oven door may become hot during cooking.

5. Place or mount the oven so that the bottom of the oven is 85cm or more above the floor.

6. Do not place the oven where heat, moisture or high humidity are generated, (for example, near or above a conventional oven) or near combustible materials (for example, curtains). Do not block or obstruct air vent openings. Do not place objects on top of the oven.

7. Make sure the power supply cord is undamaged (See “Electrical Connection” opposite) and that it does not run under the oven or over any hot or sharp surfaces.

8. The socket must be readily accessible so that it can be easily unplugged in an emergency.

9. Do not use the oven outdoors.

BUILDING-IN-KIT.

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

IMPORTANT! ELECTRICAL CONNECTION.

• Do not allow water to come into contact with the power supply cord or plug.

• Insert the plug properly into the socket.

• Do not connect other appliances to the same socket using an adaptor plug.

• If the plug or socket is loose or the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord. The exchange must be made by an authorised SHARP service facility.

• When removing the plug from the socket always grip the plug, never the power supply cord as this may damage the power supply cord and the connections inside the plug.

• If the fitted mains plug to your oven is a rewireable type and in the unlikely event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug supplied, remove the plug and fit an appropriate type, observing the wiring code given in `To replace the mains plug’ on page 34. If you wish to remove or replace the plug supplied, ensure the plug is removed properly and not cut off.

• If the plug fitted to your oven is a non-rewirable plug and in the unlikely event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug supplied, cut-off the mains plug and fit an appropriate type, observing the wiring code given in `To replace the mains plug’ on page 34.

Danger:

The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the plug disposed of in a safe manner. Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted into a socket outlet as a serious electric shock may occur. The plug must not be used without the fuse cover fitted. If you have any doubt about your microwave oven obtain the help of a qualified electrician.

When replacing the plug please ensure that you use a BSI or ASTA approved plug to BS1363, this should be fitted with a brown coloured 13 amp fuse approved by BSI or ASTA to BS1362. If you have any doubt about electrical connection seek the help of a qualified electrician.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

To wire an appropriate plug, follow the wiring code given in `To replace the mains plug’ on page 34.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Pacemaker: If you have a heart pacemaker, consult your doctor or the pacemaker manufacturer prior to oven use.

Warning: 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 of improper use.

Oven Use:

• The oven is for domestic food preparation only.

• Never operate when empty, except as directed in

the operation manual (see page 9).

• Do not leave or store anything inside the oven when not in use.

• Never attempt to use the oven with the door open. It is important not to force or tamper with the door safety latches.

• Never operate the oven with any object caught in the door.

• Do not insert fingers or objects in the holes of the door latches or air-vent openings as this may damage the oven and cause an electric shock.

• If water or food drops inside the air vent openings switch off the oven immediately, unplug it and call a SHARP approved service facility. (See page 35).

• Never move the oven while it is operating.

• Do not touch the oven door, outer cabinet, rear

cabinet, oven cavity, ventilation openings, accessories and dishes during GRILL mode, DUAL GRILL mode and EXPRESS COOK operations, unless wearing thick oven gloves, as they will become hot. Before cleaning make sure they are not hot.

Fire: If smoke is observed, switch off and unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.

Liquids: Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care has to be taken when handling the container. Stir the liquid prior to and during heating/reheating, let liquid stand in the oven after cooking.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

MAFF HEATING CATEGORY

800W

The heating category (a letter A to E) developed by MAFF (Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food) with microwave oven and food manufacturers indicates the ability of the oven to heat small quantities of food (up to 500g [1lb 2oz]). It does not represent the general performance of the oven.

Microwave output power in Watts (based on international (IEC 60705) standard).

600 700 800 900 1000 Watts

OVEN OUTPUT POWER

Less heating time required

More heating time required

Letter representing the

oven heating category. Microwave Symbol.

A B C D E

OVEN OUTPUT CATEGORY

Less heating time required

More heating time required

Food packs carry cooking instructions for heating categories A to E. Follow instructions for the letter corresponding to the oven’s heating category. The higher the output power and heating category of the oven the less heating time is required. As shown opposite.

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MICROWAVING

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MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS

IMPORTANT: The microwave power level will default to 100P unless you rotate the

TIME/KG/POWER knob.

Power level:

The microwave power level is varied by the microwave energy switching on and off. When using power levels other than 100P you will be able to hear the microwave energy pulsing on and off as the food cooks or defrosts.

TO CHECK THE POWER LEVEL:

To check the microwave power level during cooking, press the COOKING MODE button. As long as your finger is pressing the COOKING MODE button the power level will be displayed. The oven continues to count down although the display will show the power level.

Your oven has 5 power levels. To choose the power level for cooking, follow the advice given in the recipe section. Generally the following recommendations apply:

100P - (HIGH output = 800W) used for fast cooking or reheating e.g. for casseroles, hot beverages, vegetables etc.

70P - (MEDIUM HIGH output = 560W) used for longer cooking of dense foods such as roast joints, meat loaf and plated meals, also for sensitive dishes such as cheese sauce and sponge cakes. At this reduced setting, the sauce will not boil over and food will cook evenly without over cooking at the sides.

50P - (MEDIUM output = 400W) for dense foods which require a long cooking time when cooked conventionally, eg. beef dishes, it is advisable to use this power setting to ensure the meat will be tender.

30P - (MEDIUM LOW output = 240W Defrost setting) to defrost, select this power setting, to ensure that the dish defrosts evenly. This setting is also ideal for simmering rice, pasta, dumplings and cooking egg custard.

10P - (LOW output = 80W) For gentle defrosting, eg. cream gateaux or pastry.

P = PERCENTAGE

Introduction:

Water, sugar and fat in food absorb microwaves which causes them to vibrate. This creates heat by friction, in the same way your hands get warm when you rub them together. Outer areas of food are heated by microwave energy, and remaining portions by conduction. It is, therefore, important to turn, rearrange or stir food to ensure even heating. Where recommended allow food to stand. This is not optional but necessary to ensure

thorough cooking and is particularly important for dense food, such as joints of meat. Microwaves pass through non-metallic dishes and utensils and heat the food inside the dishes. Microwaves are reflected by metal. The oven is lined with metal and has a fine metallic mesh in the door to prevent microwave leakage. Metallic dishes are not suitable for microwaving. Only use utensils that are suitable for microwave ovens. (See suitable cookware, pages 14 - 15).

To set the microwave power level:

• Rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob clockwise to select cooking time.

• Press the COOKING MODE button once (microwave only).

• To change the microwave power level rotate the knob until the desired power level is reached.

• Press the AUTO MINUTE/START button.

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BEFORE OPERATION

SETTING THE CLOCK

Plug in the oven.

1. The oven display will flash:

2. Press the STOP/CLEAR button.

3. The display will show: To set the clock, see below.

When using the oven for the first time: Heat the oven using GRILL mode without food for 20 minutes. See note on page 9.

NOTES:

• If the clock is set, when cooking is complete, the display will show the correct time of day. If the clock has not been set, the display will only show when cooking is complete.

• If the electrical power supply to your microwave oven is interrupted, the display will intermittently show:

after the power is reinstated. If this occurs during cooking, the programme will be erased. The time of

day will also be erased.

• When you want to reset the time of day, follow the above example again.

1. To set the 12 hour clock, press the COOKING MODE button and hold for 3 seconds, will appear in the display.

2. To set the 24 hour clock, press the COOKING MODE button once more after step 1, will appear in the display.

2. To enter the hours rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob clockwise/counter-clockwise until 23 is displayed.

Check the display.

Example: To set the 24 hour clock to 23:35

4. To enter the minutes rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob clockwise until 35 is displayed.

3. To change from hours to minutes press the

COOKING MODE

button once.

5. To start the clock press the COOKING MODE button once.

x1 and hold for 3 seconds.

There are two setting modes: 12 hour clock and 24 hour clock.

x1 and hold for 3 seconds.

Select the 24 hour clock.

1. Select the clock function.

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HOW TO OPERATE THE OVEN

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Opening and closing the door:

To open the oven door, pull the door opening handle. The oven lamp will come on while the door is open. Close the door firmly and the oven lamp will go out.

Starting the oven:

Prepare and place food in a suitable container onto the turntable or directly onto the turntable. Close the door and press the START/AUTO MINUTE button.

Stopping the oven:

If you wish to stop the oven during cooking press the STOP/CLEAR button once or open the oven door. If you wish to cancel the cooking programme, press the

STOP/CLEAR button twice.

Example:

To cook for 2 minutes and 30 seconds on 70P microwave power.

NOTES:

• When the door is opened during cooking, the cooking time on the display stops automatically. The cooking time starts to count down again when the door is closed and the START/AUTO MINUTE button is pressed.

• When oven operation is finished, the time of day will reappear on the display, if the clock has been set.

• If you wish to know the power level during cooking, press the COOKING MODE button. As long as

your finger is touching the button the power level will be displayed.

• You can rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob clockwise or counter-clockwise. If you rotate the knob counter-clockwise, the cooking time will decrease from 90 minutes by units of time.

The display will count down through the cooking time.

2. To select the desired mode and power level press the COOKING

MODE button once, then rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob until the

desired power is displayed.

3. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE button once to start cooking.

1. To enter the cooking time, rotate the TIME/KG/ POWER knob until the desired time is displayed.

Setting the cooking time:

Your oven can be programmed for up to 90 minutes. (90.00) The input unit of cooking (defrosting) time varies from 10 seconds to 5 minutes. It depends on the total length of the cooking (defrosting) time as shown on the table.

Cooking time Increasing unit

0-5 minutes 10 seconds 5-10 minutes 30 seconds 10-30 minutes 1 minute 30-90 minutes 5 minutes

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The Grill heating element at the top of the oven cavity has one power setting only. It is efficient and economical. The efficiency of the grill is assisted by the turntable which rotates simultaneously to ensure even browning. The grill is ideal for cooking bacon, gammon steak, fish fingers and tea cakes. Use the rack for grilling small items of food such as bacon, steak and tea cakes, turn over halfway through grilling. Food can be placed directly on the rack or placed in a flan dish or on a heat-resistant plate.

When browning and crisping the surface of foods in a casserole dish, the rack can be used if the container is shallow enough. However, it is advisable to place such containers directly on the turntable, allow a little extra time to brown and crisp as desired.

NOTE:

When first using the grill heater, smoke and odour will be given off. To avoid this happening when food is being cooked, heat the grill heater without food for approx. 20 minutes.

GRILLING

DUAL GRILLING

Example: To grill for 8 minutes.

1. To enter the grilling time, rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob until the desired time is displayed.

2. To select the grill mode press the COOKING MODE button twice.

The DUAL GRILL feature enables a combination of any one of three microwave power levels with the grill, 10P, 30P, and 50P. The combination of microwaves with the grill reduces cooking time and provides a crisp, brown finish giving you the convenience of fast cooking with a traditional appetising appearance.

DUAL GRILL is pre-programmed to combine the grill with 30P microwave power. If you wish to change the microwave power level, press the COOKING MODE button 3 times, then rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob until the desired power is displayed.

NOTE: You cannot select the 100P or 70P power

level.

Example: To cook using DUAL GRILL, 50P microwave power for 15 minutes.

3. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE button once to start cooking.

1. To enter the grilling time, rotate the TIME/KG/ POWER knob until the desired time is displayed.

2. To select the DUAL GRILL mode press the COOKING MODE button three times, then rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob until the desired power is displayed.

3. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE button once to start cooking.

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EXPRESS COOK/EXPRESS DEFROST

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2. Enter the weight by rotating TIME/KG/POWER knob until the desired weight is displayed.

1. Press the EXPRESS

COOK button once.

Example 1: To cook medium Roast Beef weighing 1.5kg from frozen, using EXPRESS COOK.

3. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE button to start

cooking.

The display counts down through cooking time.

2. Enter the weight by rotating TIME/KG/POWER knob until the desired weight is displayed.

1. Press the MEAT JOINT button once.

Example 2: To defrost a Meat Joint weighing 1.5kg, using EXPRESS DEFROST.

3. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE button to start

defrosting.

The display counts down through defrosting time.

EXPRESS COOK/EXPRESS DEFROST enables you to cook 7 EXPRESS COOK or defrost 3 EXPRESS DEFROST menus listed in the charts on pages 11 - 12.

Follow the example below for details on how to operate these functions.

Selecting the Menu: The menu will be changed automatically by holding down the EXPRESS COOK button as

well as by pressing until the desired menu appears.

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EXPRESS COOK/EXPRESS DEFROST CHARTS

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WEIGHT RANGE:

•

Food weight should be rounded up to the nearest 0.1kg, for example, 0.65kg to 0.7kg or 0.34kg to 0.3kg.

• You are restricted to enter a weight within the range (see the following charts).

• To cook/defrost weights above or below that range or foods not included in the charts below, refer to the

charts in the cookbook section.

NOTES:

• When action is required (example, to turn food over), the oven stops, the audible signals sound, the remaining cooking time and an indicator will flash on the display. To continue cooking, press the START/AUTO MINUTE button.

• The final temperature will vary according to the initial food temperature. Check food is piping hot after cooking. If necessary, you can extend the cooking manually.

• All menus on EXPRESS COOK use microwave with grill during the cooking programme to provide a brown, crisp, tradtional looking and tasting result.

• When freezing foods for EXPRESS COOK, ensure food is fresh and of good quality.

• If you use the AUTO MINUTE function during EXPRESS COOK/EXPRESS DEFROST operation, the food

may be overcooked.

MENU WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE

EC-1 Frozen Roast 0.5kg - 1.5kg • Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable. Beef/Lamb • Turn meat over when the audible signal sounds.

• After cooking, leave meat to stand wrapped in aluminium foil for 10 minutes.

EC-2 Chilled Roast 0.5kg - 1.5kg • Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable. Beef/Lamb • Turn meat over when the audible signal sounds.

• After cooking, leave meat to stand wrapped in aluminium foil for 10 minutes.

EC-3 Frozen Roast 1.2kg - 1.6kg • Place poultry breast side down in a flan dish on the Poultry turntable.

• Turn poultry over when the audible signal sounds. When cooking frozen poultry with giblets, remove the giblets at first or second turn over.

• After cooking, leave poultry to stand wrapped in foil for 10 minutes.

NOTE: This menu is only suitable for cooking whole poultry.

EC-4 Chilled Roast 1.2kg - 1.6kg • Pierce skin a few times and place poultry breast side Poultry down in a flan dish on the turntable.

• Turn poultry over when the audible signal sounds.

• After cooking, leave poultry to stand wrapped in foil for

10 minutes.

NOTE: This menu is only suitable for cooking whole poultry.

EXPRESS COOK

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EXPRESS COOK/EXPRESS DEFROST CHARTS

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For converting to Lb/oz see the conversion chart on page 19. Weigh all meat and poultry prior to defrosting and cooking as the labelled weight is only approximate.

Defrost: If necessary, shield small areas of meat or poultry with flat pieces of aluminium foil. This will

prevent the areas from becoming warm during defrosting. Ensure the foil does not touch the oven walls. Do not cook the meat or poultry until thoroughly defrosted.

NOTES: To defrost foods not included in the EXPRESS DEFROST chart (above), use Microwave Power

levels 30P or 10P. Stir or turn food at least 2 - 3 times during defrosting. After defrosting, cover food or wrap in aluminium foil and leave to stand until throroughly defrosted. Refer to the defrosting chart in the cookbook section on Page 20.

DO NOT USE THE RACK FOR DEFROSTING.

EXPRESS DEFROST

MENU WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE

Meat joint: 0.5kg - 1.5kg • Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable. Beef/Lamb/Pork • Turn over when the audible signal sounds.

• Stand, wrapped in foil, for 60 - 90 minutes until evenly defrosted.

Minced Meat 0.2kg - 0.8kg • Place minced meat in a flan dish on the turntable. Beef/Lamb/Pork • Turn over and remove defrosted parts when the audible

signal sounds.

• Stand (if required), covered with foil, for 15 - 30 minutes until evenly defrosted.

Whole Poultry 1.2kg - 1.6kg • Place poultry breast side up in a flan dish on the

turntable.

• Turn over when the audible signal sounds.

• Stand, wrapped in foil, for 60 - 90 minutes until evenly

defrosted.

MENU WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE

EC-5 Frozen Crispy 0.1kg - 0.4kg • Place the Crispy Crumb foods in a flan dish on the rack. Crumb Foods • Turn the food over when the audible signal sounds.

• After cooking, leave to stand for 2 - 3 minutes before serving.

EC-6 Chilled Crispy 0.1kg - 0.4kg • Place the Crispy Crumb foods in a flan dish on the rack. Crumb Foods • Turn the food over when the audible signal sounds.

• After cooking, leave to stand for 2 - 3 minutes before serving.

EC-7 Oven Chips 0.1kg - 0.4kg • Place the frozen oven chips in a flan dish on the rack.

• Turn over when the audible signal sounds.

EXPRESS COOK

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CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

A sequence of 3 stages (maximum) can be programmed using combinations of MICROWAVE, GRILL or DUAL GRILL.

1. MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING:

Example:

To cook for: 5 minutes on 70P power (Stage 1)

6 minutes grill only (Stage 2) 3 minutes on dual grill 10P power (Stage 3)

NOTE: If you set any programme after setting GRILL mode, omit step 3. If you press the COOKING MODE button after

setting GRILL mode, the GRILL mode will be changed to the DUAL GRILL mode automatically.

Example: To cook on 100P for 2 minutes, press the

START/AUTO MINUTE button twice.

NOTES:

• The AUTO MINUTE function for direct start, can only be input within 3 minutes after cooking completion, closing the door or pressing the STOP/CLEAR button.

• The cooking time may be extended to a maximum of 99 minutes.

AUTO MINUTE enables you: • To cook on 100P microwave power in multiples of 1 minute.

• To extend cooking time in multiples of 1 minute.

2. AUTO MINUTE:

3. Press the COOKING MODE button once before

programming Stage 2.

STAGE 1

1. To enter the time, rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob until the desired time is displayed.

STAGE 2

4. To enter the time, rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob until the desired time is displayed.

5. To select the GRILL mode press the

COOKING MODE button twice.

2. To select the MICRO mode and power level press the COOKING MODE button once, then rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob until the desired power is displayed.

STAGE 3

6. To enter the time, rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob until the desired time is displayed.

8. Press the START/ AUTO MINUTE button once to start cooking.

7. To select the DUAL GRILL mode and power level press the COOKING MODE button three times, then rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob until the desired power is displayed.

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SUITABLE COOKWARE

SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING GRILL

DUAL

COOKING

YES

Microwave cling film and bags must be vented for steam to escape, pierce in 4-5 places. Do not use plastic or metal ties as they may melt or catch fire due to ‘arcing’.

YES

Except for dishes with metallic decoration.

YES

Always attend the oven closely. Look at the oven from time to time when heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.

YES

Always attend the oven closely. Only use to absorb fat and moisture when warming food. Pay special attention as overheating may cause a fire in your oven.

YES

Always place on an up-turned plate on the turntable to prevent heat stress. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Be careful as these become very hot. Popcorn: Only use microwave popcorn within recommended packaging (follow popcorn manufacturer's instructions). Never use oil unless the manufacturer recommends and never cook for longer than instructed.

COOKWARE

Heat resistant glass, (e.g. Pyrex®, Fire King®, Corning Ware ®).

Microwave-safe plastic cookware.

Microwave cling film, microwave roasting bags.

Heat-resistant china and ceramics.

Disposable containers: Thin plastic, paper, straw and wooden containers.

Kitchen paper.

Browning dishes & self-heating packages.

Metal cookware.

For microwaving, use only those utensils suitable for microwave cookery as indicated below.

A variety of cookware can be used for microwaving. Round/oval dishes rather than square/oblong ones are recommended, as food in the corners tends to overcook.

YES YES

NO NO

NO YES

Except for

dishes with

metallic

decoration.

NO NO

YES YES

If desired,

metal trays

may be

used.

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SUITABLE COOKWAREFOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION

SUITABLE COOKWARESUITABLE COOKWARE

Stir, turn &

stand

Initial and final temperature of

food

Composition

& quality

Face & Hands: Always use oven gloves to remove food or cookware from the oven. Stand back

when opening the oven door to allow heat or steam to disperse. When removing covers (such as cling film), opening roasting bags or popcorn packaging, direct steam away from face and hands.

For even cooking stir, turn or rearrange food during cooking. Where recommended, leave food to stand after cooking or defrosting.

The initial temperature of food affects the amount of cooking time needed, eg. chilled food requires more cooking than food at room temperature. The temperature of the container is not a true indication of the temperature of the food or drink. Cut into foods with fillings, for example, jam doughnuts, to release heat or steam.

Food high in fat or sugar (Christmas pudding or mince pies) requires less heating time and should be watched, over-heating can lead to fire. Good quality ingredients should be used for microwaving. Economical cuts of meat are recommended for casserole.

Check the temperature of food and drink and stir before serving. Take special care when serving to babies, children or the elderly. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken and the temperature is to be checked before consumption to avoid burns.

COOKWARE

YES/NO

Use small pieces of aluminium foil to shield food from overheating. Keep foil at least 2cm from the oven walls. Foil containers are not recommended unless specified by the manufacturer, eg. MicroFoil ®, follow instructions carefully.

YES

The metal rack supplied has been specially designed for all cooking modes and will not damage the oven.

Aluminium foil & foil containers, made from "Micro Foil®".

Metal racks.

SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING

GRILL

DUAL

COOKING

YES YES/NO

Use aluminium

foil for shielding

only.

YES YES

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FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION

ADVICE FOR COOKING

Piercing

Arrangement

Covering

Size & shape

Density &

quantity

Hygiene

Food with skin (such as potatoes, apples, fish, chicken), or with membrane (such as the white and yolk of eggs, including boiled eggs), must be pierced in several places before cooking or reheating. If not, steam will build up and may cause food to explode. Note: Eggs in their shells and whole hard boiled eggs should not be heated in the microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwaving has ended.

Place thickest parts of food on the outside of the dish, for example, the meaty ends of chicken drumsticks should be placed on the outside of the dish.

Fish, vegetables and certain other foods benefit from being covered during microwave cookery, follow recommendations where given and use vented microwave cling film or a suitable lid.

Food size and shape affect the amount of cooking time needed. When cooking more than one portion of the same food ensure they are of a similar size and shape.

Food density and quantity affect the amount of cooking time needed, for example, potatoes require more cooking than peas; four potatoes will take longer to cook than two.

Food hygiene standards (storage, handling and preparation) apply to microwaving. Always store convenience foods as recommended by the food manufacturer and keep no longer than the "Use By" date.

WARNING - Always attend the oven when in use. Carefully follow the SHARP Operation Manual at all times. If you exceed recommended cooking times and/or use power levels that are too high, food may overheat, burn, and in extreme circumstances, catch fire and damage the oven.

The microwave power level will default to 100P unless you rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob to reach the desired setting. Take care when heating foods with high sugar or fat content, for example, Christmas pudding, mince pies and fruit cakes (see reheating charts in the cookbook section for guidance). Before use, the user should check that utensils are suitable for use in microwave ovens. Lids: Always remove lids from food jars and containers before you use them in the oven. If you do not, steam and pressure will build up inside and the container may explode. Do not place hot foods/utensils on a cold turntable, or cold foods/utensils on a hot turntable. WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.

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ADVICE FOR REHEATING

WARNINGS: Oil & Fat: Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as this may lead to overheating and fire. Stand back

when opening the oven door to allow heat or steam to disperse. When removing covers (such as cling film), opening roasting bags or popcorn packaging, direct steam away from face and hands.

Never heat liquids in narrow-necked containers, as this could result in the contents erupting from the container and may cause burns.

• Remove food from foil or metal containers before reheating.

• Reheating times will be affected by the shape, depth, quantity and temperature of food together with

the size, shape and material of the container.

• To avoid overheating and fire, special care must be taken when reheating foods with a high sugar or fat content, for example, Mince pies or Christmas pudding.

• Canned potatoes should not be heated in the microwave oven, follow the manufacturers’ instructions on the can.

Remove any poultry or meat portions, reheat these separately, see below. Place smaller items of

food to the centre of the plate, larger and thicker foods to the edge. Cover with vented microwave cling film and reheat on 50P, stir/rearrange halfway through reheating. Ensure food is thoroughly reheated before serving.

Cover with vented microwave cling film or suitable lid, reheat on 50P. Stir frequently to ensure even reheating.

Place thickest parts of the portions on the outside of the dish, cover with vented microwave cling film and reheat on 70P. Turn over halfway through. NOTE: Ensure poultry is thoroughly reheated, before serving.

Cover with vented microwave cling film and reheat on 50P. Rearrange at least once to ensure even reheating. NOTE: Ensure meat is thoroughly reheated before serving.

Place pies in a flan dish. Reheat meat pies on 70P and fruit pies on 50P.

Cover with vented microwave cling film or suitable lid and reheat on 50P. Stir at least once during reheating.

Plated meals

Casseroles

Poultry portions

Sliced meat

Pies

Vegetables

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ADVICE FOR DEFROSTING

Meat joints

Poultry

Steak, Chops & Chicken Portions

Cubed & Minced Meat

Whole fish & Fillets

Prepacked Frozen Foods

Place in a flan dish, turn over at least 4 - 5 times during defrosting, shield any warm areas with small, flat pieces of foil. After defrosting, wrap in foil and allow meat to stand for 60 - 90 minutes, until thoroughly defrosted.

Place in a flan dish, turn over at least 3 - 4 times during defrosting, shield any warm areas with small, pieces of foil. After defrosting, wrap in foil and allow poultry to stand for 60 - 90 minutes, until thoroughly defrosted. NOTE: Do not defrost poultry with giblets.

Place in a flan dish, separate during defrosting and turn over at least 2 - 3 times. Shield if necessary.

Place in a flan dish, stir or turn over at least 3 - 4 times during defrosting, remove defrosted parts each time. Please refer to the charts on page 20, or the ‘Express Defrost’ chart on page 12.

Place in a flan dish, separate during defrosting and turn over at least twice. Shield if necessary.

Remove packaging, including any foil and place in a suitable dish.

NOTES:

• To defrost food, use either 30P or 10P microwave power.

• Shield warm areas with small pieces of foil if necessary.

• It is important to turn food over, separate (where

appropriate) and rearrange to ensure even defrosting.

• Standing time is necessary to ensure thorough defrosting.

• Ensure food is defrosted thoroughly before use.

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COOKBOOK

CONTENTS

Introduction & Conversion Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Defrosting Charts:

Meat, poultry, fish & fruit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Cooking Charts

Fresh & frozen vegetables & fruit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Rice, pasta, eggs & fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Reheating Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Grilling Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Dual Grill Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 - 25

Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 - 32

SPOON MEASURES

1.25ml

teaspoon

2.5ml

teaspoon 5ml 1 teaspoon 15ml 1 tablespoon

CONVERSION CHARTS

WEIGHT MEASURES

15g

oz 25g 1oz 50g 2oz 100g 4oz 175g 6oz 225g 8oz 450g 1lb

VOLUME MEASURES

30ml 1floz 100ml 3floz 150ml 5floz (

pt)

300ml 10floz (

pt)

600ml 20floz (1pt)

INTRODUCTION

This Cookbook contains a wide variety of recipes developed specifically for your microwave oven. These will give you successful results and will save time and electricity. The recipes demonstrate the capabilities of your oven and prove that microwave technology is the efficient and effective alternative to conventional cooking. The cookery notes below compliment all cooking procedures in this cookbook and should be read in advance of recipe preparation.

• Please weigh all meat and poultry prior to defrosting and cooking, as labelled weights are only approximate.

• Where dishes are covered use vented microwave cling film unless otherwise stated. Where dishes are lined, use greaseproof paper unless otherwise stated.

• Please note that all preparation times and serving quantities are approximate.

• All ingredients are given in both metric and imperial measures. Use either set but not a combination of

both measures.

• Cooking times in the charts and recipes are based on standard conditions. Cooking results will vary according to the condition of foods, utensils and the oven. Please check the cooking result and, if necessary, adjust cooking times accordingly.

• Serve all dishes immediately unless otherwise stated.

• Butter and margarine can be interchanged on recipes, as preferred.

• Half-fat, skimmed or full-fat milk may be used in all recipes, as preferred.

• Where it is necessary to blend foods, use a food processor, liquidiser or press through a sieve.

• Chilled foods are to be cooked from 5°C. DO NOT COOK FROM FROZEN.

• Ambient/fresh/dried/canned foods are to be cooked from 20°C. DO NOT COOK FROM FROZEN.

• Frozen foods are to be cooked from -18°C.

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DEFROSTING CHART

60 - 90

Minutes

15 - 30

Minutes

15 - 30

Minutes

15 - 30

Minutes

15 - 30

Minutes

15 - 20

Minutes

5 - 10

Minutes

15 - 20

Minutes

60 - 90

Minutes

25 - 30

Minutes

15 - 30

Minutes

15 - 20

Minutes

15 Minutes

15 - 20

Minutes

5 - 10 Minutes

10 - 15

Minutes

15 - 20

Minutes

Meat Joints (Beef,Lamb,Pork)

Minced Meat

Steak 2cm (3/4”) thick

Chops

Liver

Sausages

Bacon

Beefburgers

❖ Whole Poultry (Chicken,Turkey,Duck)

Chicken Portions

Chicken/Turkey Breasts & Drumsticks

Minced Turkey

Whole Fish (Trout, Mackerel)

Fish Fillets/Steaks

Apples/Blackcurrants Redcurrants/Raspberries Blackberries/Gooseberries Rhubarb/Strawberries

Bread (sliced)

Pastry (Puff or Shortcrust)

Meat & Fruit Pies (cooked)

10P

30P

10P

30P

28 - 30 Minutes/

450g (1lb)

6 - 8 Minutes/

450g (1lb)

11 - 12 Minutes/

450g (1lb)

20 Minutes/

450g (1lb)

9 - 10 Minutes/

450g (1lb)

10 - 12 Minutes/

450g (1lb)

10 - 12 Minutes/

450g (1lb)

10 - 12 Minutes/

450g(1lb)

20 - 22 Minutes/

450g(1lb)

8 - 9 Minutes/

450g (1lb)

10 - 12 Minutes/

450g(1lb)

10 - 12 Minutes/

450g(1lb)

8 - 9 Minutes/

450g(1lb)

8 - 9 Minutes/

450g (1lb)

7 - 8 Minutes/

450g(1lb)

6 Minutes/

400g(14oz)

5 Minutes/

450g(1lb)

7 Minutes/

large pie

Place in a flan dish. Turn over 4 - 5

times during defrosting. Shield.

Place on a plate. Turn over 3 - 4 times,

removing defrosted mince each time.

Place in a flan dish. Turn 2 - 3 times,

separate during defrosting. Shield.

Place in a flan dish. Turn 2 - 3 times,

separate during defrosting. Shield.

Place in a flan dish. Turn 2 - 3 times,

separate during defrosting. Shield.

Place in a flan dish. Turn 2 - 3 times,

separate during defrosting. Shield.

Place on a plate. Separate and re-

arrange twice during defrosting. Shield.

Place on a plate. Turn over and

separate twice during defrosting.

Place in a flan dish. Turn 4 - 5 times,

during defrosting. Shield.

Place in a flan dish. Turn 2 - 3 times,

separate during defrosting. Shield.

Place in a flan dish. Turn 2 - 3 times,

separate during defrosting. Shield.

Place in a bowl. Turn 3 - 4 times,

removing defrosted mince each time.

Place in a flan dish. Separate and rearrange twice during defrosting. Shield.

Place in a dish. Stir during

defrosting. Shield.

Place on the turntable. Separate and

rearrange during defrosting.

Place on a plate. Turn over half way

through defrosting.

Remove from foil container. Place in

a flan dish.

FOOD DEFROST MICRO ▼ METHOD ● STANDING

TIME POWER LEVEL TIME

▼ Method: If shielding is necessary, use small pieces of foil. ❖ Poultry: Chicken, turkey and duck must be defrosted without giblets.

● Standing Time: During recommended standing time, wrap or cover food in foil.

NOTE: Do not use the rack for defrosting.

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Aubergines & Broccoli (fresh)

Beans (green - fresh)

Brussels Sprouts (fresh)

Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery

Corn on the Cob (fresh)

Courgettes & Leeks (fresh)

Parsnips & Leaf Spinach (fresh)

Peas (fresh)

Potatoes, Jacket (250g/9oz - each)

Potatoes, Boiled (old & new - fresh)

Swede & Turnips (fresh)

Beans & Cabbage (green - frozen)

Broccoli, Spinach /Brussels Sprouts (frozen)

Carrots - sliced (frozen)

Cauliflower florets (frozen)

Corn on the Cob (frozen)

Peas, Sweetcorn & Mixed Vegetables (frozen)

Apples & Rhubarb

Blackberries/Raspberries/Redcurrants

2 Minutes

5 Minutes

4 Minutes

2 Minutes

3 Minutes

2 Minutes

3 Minutes

2 Minutes

Slice. Add 30ml (2 tbsp) water. Cover dish.

Stir halfway through cooking.

Add 30ml (2 tbsp) water. Cover dish.

Stir halfway through cooking.

Add 45ml (3 tbsp) water. Cover. Stir

halfway through cooking.

Slice or break into florets.Add 30ml (2 tbsp) water. Cover. Stir halfway through cooking.

Add 45ml (3 tbsp) water. Cover.

Stir 1/2 through cooking.

Slice. Add 30ml (2 tbsp) water. Cover dish.

Stir halfway through cooking.

Slice. Add 45ml (3 tbsp) water. Cover.

Stir halfway through cooking.

Add 30ml (2 tbsp) water. Cover dish. Stir

halfway through cooking.

Pierce in several places.

Place on the edge of the turntable.

Cut into quarters. Add 60ml (4 tbsp) water.

Cover. Stir halfway through cooking.

Dice. Add 45ml (3 tbsp) water. Cover dish.

Stir halfway through cooking.

Place in dish. Add 15ml (1 tbsp) water.

Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.

Place in dish. Add 15ml (1 tbsp) water.

Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.

Place in dish. Add 15ml (1 tbsp) water.

Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.

Place in dish. Add 15ml (1 tbsp) water.

Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.

Place in dish. Cover dish. Turnover halfway

through cooking.

Place in dish. Cover dish. Stir halfway

through cooking.

Peel & slice. Place in a dish and cover.

Stir during cooking.

Place in a dish and cover.

Stir during cooking.

100P

6 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)

7 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)

5 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)

6 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)

5 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)

12 Minutes/

2 potatoes

11 - 12 Minutes/

450g (1lb)

8 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)

6 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)

7 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)

7 Minutes/

225g (8oz)

6 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)

12 Minutes/

2 cobs

6 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)

6 Minutes/

450g (1lb)

6 Minutes/

450g (1lb)

COOKING CHARTS

FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING

TIME POWER LEVEL TIME

NOTE:

• Fresh vegetables and fruit are cooked from 20°C (ambient temperature).

• Frozen vegetables are cooked from -18°C.

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White rice (long grain)

Brown rice

Spaghetti (short cut)

Macaroni (short cut)

Tagliatelle

Pasta shells

Spaghetti/ Tagliatelle

Fusilli/Penne/ Conchiglie/ Farfalle

Ravioli

Tortellini (white)

Tortellini (brown)

Omelette

Scrambled

Fish Fillets

Whole fish & Steaks (Trout, Mackerel)

14 - 15 Minutes

20 - 21 Minutes

11 - 12 Minutes

12 - 13 Minutes

10 - 11 Minutes

11 - 12 Minutes

3 - 5 Minutes

6 - 8 Minutes

8 - 10 Minutes

15g (1/2oz) butter

4 eggs (size 3)

90ml (6tbsp) milk

salt & pepper

15g (1/2oz) butter

2 eggs (size 3)

30ml (2tbsp) milk

salt & pepper

6 - 7 Minutes

450g (1lb)

6 - 7 Minutes

450g (1lb)

70P

100P

70P

Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling water/100g (4oz)

rice. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking.

Add 400ml (14fl.oz) boiling water/100g (4oz)

rice. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking.

Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling water/100g (4oz)

pasta. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking.

Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling water/100g (4oz)

pasta. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking.

Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling water/100g (4oz)

pasta. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking.

Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling water/100g (4oz)

pasta. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking.

Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling water/100g (4oz)

pasta. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking.

Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling water/100g (4oz)

pasta. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking.

Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling water/100g (4oz)

pasta. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking.

Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling water/100g (4oz)

pasta. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking.

Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling water/100g (4oz)

pasta. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking.

1 Whisk together eggs and milk. Season. 2 Place butter in a 25.4cm (10”) flan dish.

Heat on 100P for 1 minute, until melted. Coat the dish with the melted butter.

3 Pour omelette mixture into flan dish. Cook on

100P for 2 minutes. Whisk mixture and cook again on 100P for 4 minute.

1 Melt the butter in a bowl on 70P

for 30 seconds. 2 Add the eggs, milk and seasoning and mix well. 3 Cook on 70P for 3 minutes, stirring

every 30 seconds.

Place in a flan dish.

Cover with cling film.

Place in a flan dish.

Cover with cling film.

2 Minutes

30 Seconds

2-3 Minutes

3-4 Minutes

COOKING CHARTS

FOOD ❇ COOKING MICRO METHOD ● STANDING

TIME POWER LEVEL TIME

EGGS INGREDIENTS

❇ Cooking Time: Cooking time is constant for any quantity of rice or pasta, quantity of boiling water has to

be adjusted according to quantity of rice or pasta, see Method.

● Standing Time (rice & pasta only): After standing, rinse in boiling water prior to serving.

• Eggs and fresh pasta are cooked from chilled (5°C)

DRIED PASTA

FRESH PASTA (CHILLED):

FISH

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Bacon (chilled)

Beef/Gammon Steak (chilled)

Fish fingers (frozen)

Toast (ambient)

Cheese on toast (ambient)

Tea cakes and muffins (ambient)

Crumpets (ambient)

Pitta Bread (ambient)

Croissants (ambient)

14 Minutes/ 2 - 6 rashers

16 - 18 minutes/

1 - 2 steaks

16 minutes/

2 - 12 fingers

8 minutes/ 2 - 4 slices

14 minutes/

2 slices

10 - 12 minutes/

2 - 4 halves

14 minutes/

2 - 4 crumpets

7 minutes/ 1 - 2 pittas

6 minutes/

1 - 4 croissants

Place in a flan dish on the rack. Turn over halfway through cooking.

Place on the rack. Turn over halfway through cooking.

Place on the rack. Turn over after 5 minutes.

Place bread on the rack. Grill one side for 4 minutes, turn over and cover

with 50 g grated cheese. Grill for remaining time.

Slice in half. Place on the rack. Turn over halfway through cooking.

Place on the rack. Turn over halfway through cooking.

GRILL

2 Minutes

Nil

30 Seconds

1 - 2 Minutes 2 - 3 Minutes

2 - 3 Minutes 3 - 4 Minutes

1 - 2 Minutes 2 - 3 Minutes

Canned Foods (Soup, Baked beans, Spaghetti, Vegetables)

Bread rolls Croissants

Christmas pudding

Sausage rolls (cooked, chilled approx. 50g (2oz) each)

Quiche, (cooked, chilled)

Meat pie (cooked, chilled)

Fruit pie (cooked, chilled)

70P

50P

6 - 7 Minutes/

425g (15oz) can

40 - 50 Seconds/

2 croissants/2 rolls

40 Seconds/125g (5oz) slice

1 Minute/175g (6oz) pudding

50 Seconds/2 sausage rolls

1 Minute/4 sausage rolls

2 Minutes/6 sausage rolls

5 - 6 Minutes/small quiche 7 - 8 Minutes/large quiche

5 - 6 Minutes/small pie

9 - 10 Minutes/large pie

20 - 30 Seconds/50g-70g

4 - 5 Minutes/450g(1lb)

6 - 7 minutes/600g(1lb5oz)

Remove from can. Place in a dish and

cover. Stir halfway through cooking.

Place on kitchen roll.

Place in a flan dish. Do not exceed cooking

time advised by food manufacturer.

Place in a flan dish. Do not exceed cooking

time advised by food manufacturer.

Place directly on the turntable or in a flan

dish.

Remove from foil container and place in

flan dish or on plate.

Remove from foil container and place in

flan dish or on plate.

REHEATING CHART

GRILLING CHART

FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING

TIME POWER LEVEL TIME

FOOD COOKING METHOD COOKING

TIME MODE

NOTE:

• Ambient foods are reheated from 20°C.

• Chilled foods are reheated/cooked from 5°C.

NOTE: Take care when heating foods with high sugar or fat content, for example, Christmas pudding and mince pies.

DO NOT EXCEED REHEATING TIMES GIVEN IN CHART ABOVE.

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Stage 1:

50 P

Stage 2:

50 P

Stage 3:

DUAL GRILL

50 P

As above

Stage 1:

50 P

Stage 2:

DUAL GRILL

50 P

Stage 1:

100 P

Stage 2:

DUAL GRILL

50 P

Stage 1:

100 P

Stage 2:

DUAL GRILL

50 P

DUAL GRILL

50 P

DUAL GRILL

50 P

DUAL GRILL

50 P

DUAL GRILL

30 P

Place fat side down in a flan dish on the turntable. Calculate the cooking time. Use sequence programming: Stage 1: Cook on 50P for first half of cooking time. Turn over, remove juices.

Stage 2: Cook on 50P for second half of cooking time. Stage 3: Cook on DUAL GRILL, 50P for the final 6 - 8 minutes

of cooking time. Stand for 10 minutes after cooking.

As above.

Place fat side down in a flan dish on the turntable. Calculate the cooking time. Stage 1: Cook on 50P throughout, apart from the last 10 minutes. Turn over, remove juices halfway through Stage 1. Stage 2: Cook on DUAL GRILL, 50P for the final 6 - 8 minutes of cooking time. Stand for 10 minutes after cooking.

Place breast side down in a flan dish on the turntable. Calculate the cooking time. Use sequence programming. Stage 1: Cook on 100P throughout, apart from the last 6 - 8 minutes. Turn over, remove juices halfway through Stage 1. Stage 2: Cook on DUAL GRILL, 50P for the final 6 - 8 minutes of cooking time. Stand for 10 minutes after cooking.

Place best side down in a flan dish on the rack. Calculate the cooking time. Use Multiple Sequence cooking. (Page 13). Stage 1: Cook on 100P throughout cooking time, apart from the last 6 - 8 minutes. Turn over, remove juices halfway through Stage 1. Stage 2: Cook on DUAL GRILL, 50P for the final 6 - 8 minutes of cooking time. Stand for 5 minutes after cooking.

Place in a flan dish on the rack. Turn over halfway through cooking. Stand for 3 - 4 minutes after cooking.

As above.

Place in a flan dish on the rack. Turn over after halfway through cooking. Stand for 2 - 3 minutes after cooking.

As above.

DUAL GRILL CHART

Beef rare (chilled)

Beef/Lamb medium

Beef/Lamb (Well done)

Pork (chilled)

Poultry (Max. 1.8kg 4lb) (chilled)

Chicken Portions (chilled)

Pork chops (with bone) (chilled)

Lamb chops & Boneless Pork Chops

Sausage (thick) (chilled)

Beefburgers (frozen)

12 - 13 Minutes

per 450g (1lb)

14 - 15 Minutes

per 450g (1lb)

18 - 19 Minutes

per 450g (1lb)

21 - 22 Minutes

per 450g (1lb)

13 - 15 Minutes

per 450g (1lb)

13 - 15 Minutes

per 450g (1lb)

15 - 16 Minutes

per 450g (1lb)

chops

15 Minutes

per 450g (1lb)

chops

12 Minutes

per 450g (1lb)

sausages

9 - 10 Minutes per 450g (1lb)

beefburgers

FOOD COOKING METHOD COOKING

TIME MODE

NOTE:

• Chilled foods are cooked from 5°C.

• Frozen foods are cooked from -18°C.

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DUAL GRILL CHART

Crispy crumb foods (chilled)

Crispy crumb foods (frozen)

Oven ready Pizza (chilled)

Oven chips (frozen) (standard cut)

Baked potatoes

Garlic Bread (chilled)

Toasted Sandwich

Place in a flan dish on the rack. Use Multiple Sequence cooking. (Page 13). Stage 1: Cook on DUAL GRILL, 30P for the first half of

cooking time. Turn over.

Stage 2: GRILL for second half of cooking time.

Stand for 2 -3 minutes after cooking.

As above.

Place in a flan dish on the rack. Turn over halfway through cooking. Stand for 2 - 3 minutes after cooking.

As above.

Place in a flan dish on the rack. Stand for 2 - 3 minutes after cooking.

As above.

Place in a flan dish on the rack. Turn over halfway through cooking. No standing time is required.

As above.

Pierce each potato in several places. Place in a flan dish on the turntable. Turn over after 8 minutes of the cooking time. No standing time is required.

Remove any packaging. Place in a flan dish on the turntable. No standing time is required.

Prepare sandwich: Place two slices of ham and 50g (2oz) grated cheese between 2 slices of bread and butter. Place sandwich in a flan dish on the rack. Turn over after 3 minutes of the cooking time. No standing time is required.

9 - 10 Minutes

for 100g (4oz)

11 - 12 Minutes

for 200g (7oz)

12 - 13 Minutes for 400g (14oz)

10 Minutes

for 100g (4oz)

11 - 12 Minutes

for 200g (7oz)

12 - 13 Minutes for 400g (14oz)

5 Minutes

for 200g (7oz)

7 Minutes

for 350g (12oz)

8 Minutes

for 450g (1lb)

11 Minutes

for 225g (8oz)

12 - 13 Minutes

for 450g (1lb)

16 - 17 Minutes

for 2 potatoes

(250g each)

6 Minutes

for 1 baguette

6 Minutes

for 1 sandwich

Stage 1:

DUAL GRILL

30 P

Stage 2:

GRILL

Stage 1:

DUAL GRILL

30 P

Stage 2:

GRILL

Stage 1:

DUAL GRILL

30 P

Stage 2:

GRILL

DUAL GRILL

50 P

DUAL GRILL

50 P

DUAL GRILL

50 P

DUAL GRILL

50 P

DUAL GRILL

50 P

DUAL GRILL

50 P

DUAL GRILL

30 P

DUAL GRILL

30 P

DUAL GRILL

70 P

DUAL GRILL

10 P

DUAL GRILL

10 P

FOOD COOKING METHOD COOKING

TIME MODE

NOTE:

• Chilled foods are cooked from 5°C.

• Frozen foods are cooked from -18°C.

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RECIPES

TOMATO & ORANGE SOUP

Serves 4 Preparation time - 10 minutes

25g (1oz) butter 125g (5oz) onion, chopped 1 large carrot, finely chopped 1 large potato, finely chopped 800g (1

/4lb) canned, chopped tomatoes juice and grated rind of 1 medium orange 900ml (1

/2 pints) hot vegetable stock

salt and pepper to taste

1 Melt the butter in a large bowl on 100P for 30

seconds.

2 Add the onion, carrot and potato and heat on

100P for 6 minutes. Stir halfway through cooking.

3 Add the tomatoes, orange juice, orange rind and

stock. Mix thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover the bowl and cook on 100P for 15 minutes, stir 2 - 3 times during cooking, until the vegetables are tender.

4 Blend in a food processor. Return to bowl and

heat on 100P for 5 minutes.

CREAMY MUSHROOM SOUP

Serves 4 Preparation time - 6 minutes

125g (5oz) onion, chopped 225g (8oz) mushrooms, sliced 25g (1oz) butter 25g (1oz) plain flour 300ml (

pint) milk

450ml (

pint) hot vegetable stock

2.5ml (

tsp) dried marjoram

2.5ml (

tsp) dried basil salt and pepper to taste 150ml (

pint) double cream

1 Place the onion, mushrooms and butter in a

bowl, cook on 100P for 5 minutes.

2 Stir in the flour to form a paste. Gradually add

the milk and the stock.

3 Stir in the marjoram, basil, salt and pepper to

taste. Cook on 100P for 9 minutes, stir after 5 minutes through cooking.

4 Blend the soup and add the cream. Cook on

100P for 7 minutes.

FRENCH ONION SOUP

Serves 4 Preparation time - 8 minutes

350g (13oz) onion, sliced 15ml (1 tbsp) vegetable oil 50g (2oz) plain flour

1.2 litres (2 pints) hot meat or vegetable stock salt and pepper to taste 30ml (2 tbsp) parsley, chopped 4 thick slices French bread 50g (2oz) cheese, grated

1 Place the onion and oil in a bowl, mix well and

heat on 100P for 1 minute.

2 Stir in the flour to make a paste and gradually

add stock. Season and add the parsley. 3 Cover the bowl and cook on 70P for 18 minutes. 4 Pour the soup into serving bowls, submerge

bread and sprinkle generously with cheese. 5 Heat on 70P for 2 minutes, until the cheese has

melted.

Variations:

Lentil and bacon soup: Make as above. After Stage 2, add 50g (2oz) cooked lentils and 2 rashers of bacon (cooked and chopped). Omit the French bread and grated cheese.

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POACHED SALMON WITH MUSTARD SAUCE

Serves 4 Preparation time - 5 - 6 minutes

4 salmon steaks (approx. 175g (6oz) each) 45ml (3 tbsp) dry white wine 300ml (

/2 pint) mustard sauce (See Page 32)

sprig of fresh rosemary to garnish

1 Place the salmon steaks in a large flan dish,

pierce in several places and add the wine. Cover and cook on 70P for 8 minutes. Allow to stand whilst preparing the sauce.

2 Place the salmon steaks in a warm serving dish,

reheat on 70P for 2 minutes. Serve the sauce separately.

TROUT WITH ORANGE & ALMONDS

Serves 2 Preparation time - 6 minutes

2 medium trout (approx, 225g (8oz) each) salt and pepper to taste juice and rind of one orange 50g (2oz) flaked almonds slices of orange to garnish

1 Wash the trout. Discard heads and tails and pat

dry. Place in a large flan dish, pierce in several places. Season. Pour over the orange juice. Sprinkle with the rind and flaked almonds 2 minutes before the end of the cooking sequence.

2 Place on the rack, cook on 50P for 5 minutes,

and then DUAL GRILL 50P for 2 - 4 minutes. Garnish with slices of orange.

FISH PIE

Serves 4 Preparation time - 18 minutes

675g (1

/2lb) potatoes, peeled and chopped 75ml (5 tbsp) water 25g (1oz) butter 30 - 60ml (2 - 4 tbsp) milk salt and pepper to taste 450g (1lb) fish fillets (e.g. fresh cod) 300ml (

/2 pint) parsley sauce (See Page 32)

25g (1oz) cheese, grated

1 Place potatoes in a bowl, add 75ml (5 tbsp)

water. Cover and cook on 100P for 14 minutes, until soft enough to mash. Mash with butter, milk and seasoning.

2 Place fish in a flan dish in a single layer, cover

and cook on 70P for 7 minutes. Flake the fish and mix with the parsley sauce. Pour into a flan or casserole dish. Spread the potatoes on top and sprinkle with the grated cheese.

3 Cook on DUAL GRILL 50P for 10 minutes, until

the cheese has melted.

PAELLA

Serves 4 Preparation time - 5 - 6 minutes

200g (7oz) white long grain rice 600ml (1 pint) boiling chicken stock

2.5ml (

/2 tsp) turmeric salt to taste 1 red pepper, seeded and sliced 100g (4oz) prawns, cooked 100g (4oz) peas 100g (4oz) cockles, cooked 100g (4oz) mussels, cooked 100g (4oz) baby corn 225g (8oz) chicken, cooked and chopped

1 Place the rice in a large bowl, add the stock,

turmeric and salt. Cook on 70P for 14 - 15 minutes, until the rice is tender, stir 2 - 3 times during cooking. Drain.

2 Stir in red pepper, prawns, peas, cockles,

mussels, baby corn and chicken. Cook on 100P for 8 minutes, stirring after 4 minutes.

An excellent party or supper dish.

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BEEF STROGANOFF

Serves 4 Preparation time - 10 - 12 minutes

800g (1

/4lb) rump steak, cut into strips 50g (2oz) plain flour salt and pepper to taste 125g (5oz) onion, finely chopped 30ml (2 tbsp) tomato purée 450ml (

/4 pint) hot beef stock

150ml (

/4 pint) white wine 30ml (2 tbsp) cornflour blended with water 100g (4oz) mushrooms, thinly sliced 150ml (

/4 pint) soured cream

1 Toss the steak in the flour, salt and pepper, until

evenly coated.

2 Place the steak, remaining flour, onion, tomato

purée, stock and wine in a casserole dish. Cover and cook on 50P for 30 minutes. Stir 2 - 3 times during cooking.

3 Stir in cornflour, mushrooms and cream. Leave

uncovered and cook on 50P for 8 minutes.

Ideal served on a bed of tagliatelle or rice.

MOUSSAKA

Serves 6 Preparation time - 45 minutes

450g (1lb) aubergines, thinly sliced 30ml (2tbsp) olive oil 225g (8oz) onion, chopped 15ml (1 tbsp) fresh parsley, chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 350g (13 oz) minced lamb 150ml (

/4 pint) hot stock

400g (14oz) canned chopped tomatoes 30ml (2 tbsp) tomato purée salt and pepper to taste 300ml (

/2 pint) cheese sauce (See Page 32)

200g (7oz) cheese, grated

1 Sprinkle aubergines with salt and leave to drain

on kitchen paper for 30 minutes. Heat 15ml (1 tbsp) olive oil, onions, parsley and garlic on 100P for 30 seconds. Stir in meat, mix well and cook on 100P for 4 - 5 minutes, stirring twice.

2 Add stock, tomatoes, purée and seasoning. Stir

well and cook on 100P for 8 minutes.

3 Rinse salt from aubergines and pat dry with

kitchen paper. Place in a bowl with remaining oil. Cover and cook on 100P for 4 minutes.

4 Use

/3 of the aubergines to cover bottom and sides of a 1.5 litre casserole dish. Add meat and top with remaining aubergines.

5 Pour the sauce over the aubergines and sprinkle

with the cheese.

6 Use sequence cooking to cook on 50P for 15

minutes and DUAL GRILL 50P for 10 minutes.

CASSEROLE

Serves 4 Preparation time - 15 minutes

60ml (4tbsp) plain flour

7.5ml (1

2 tsp) salt

7.5ml (1

2 tsp) pepper

15ml (1 tbsp) dried mixed herbs 500g (1lb 2oz) braising steak, diced 3 streaky bacon rashers, chopped 25g (1oz) butter 100g (4oz) carrot, sliced 300g (11oz) baby onions (whole) 200ml (7fl.oz) hot beef stock 200ml (7fl.oz) red wine 50g (2oz) button mushrooms, sliced

1 Mix together the flour, salt, pepper and herbs.

Toss the beef and bacon in the seasoned flour until well coated.

2 Heat the butter in a casserole dish on 100P for

30 seconds. Stir in the braising steak, bacon, carrot and onions.

3 Add the beef stock, wine and mushrooms. Stir

well and cover. Cook on 30P for 50 minutes. Leave to stand for 5 minutes before serving, so that the meal relaxes to improve the texture.

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TURKEY FRICASSEE

Serves 4 Preparation time - 10 minutes

50g (2oz) butter 125g (5oz) onion, finely chopped 125g (5oz) leeks, sliced 50g (2oz) plain flour 5ml (1 tsp) mustard powder 300ml (

/2 pint) milk

300ml (

/2 pint) single cream 450g (1lb) cooked turkey, chopped salt & pepper to taste 15ml (1 tbsp) fresh parsley chopped to garnish

1 Melt the butter in a large bowl on 100P for

30 seconds.

2 Stir in the onion and cook on 100P for

3 minutes.

3 Stir in the flour and mustard powder, gradually

add the milk and cream. Cook on 100P for 5 - 6 minutes, stirring every minute, until smooth and thickened.

4 Add the turkey and seasoning. Cook on 100P

for 13 minutes, stir every 2 - 3 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley.

HONEYED CHICKEN

serves 4 Preparation time - 6 minutes

4 boneless chicken breasts (200g (7oz) each) 45ml (3 tbsp) clear honey 5ml (1 tsp) whole grain mustard

2.5 ml (

/2 tsp) dried tarragon 15ml (1 tbsp) tomato purée 150ml (

pint) chicken stock 15ml (1 tbsp) cornflour blended with water salt and pepper to taste

1 Place the chicken breasts in a casserole dish. 2 Mix all remaining ingredients together and pour

over the chicken.

3 Cover and cook on 70P for 25 minutes. Turn

chicken over and coat with the sauce several times during cooking.

1 Place mushrooms, onion and garlic in a large

casserole dish. Cook on 100P for 3 minutes.

2 Stir in all remaining ingredients except for the

chicken. Mix well. 3 Add the chicken fillets and coat with the sauce. 4 Cook on 70P for 25 minutes. Stir and coat the

chicken twice during cooking.

Serve with rice or jacket potatoes.

CHICKEN CACCIATORE

Serves 4 Preparation time - 10 minutes

225g (8oz) mushrooms, sliced 125g (5oz) onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 60ml (4 tbsp) tomato purée 300ml (

/2 pint) red wine 5ml (1 tsp) dried oregano 5ml (1 tsp) dried parsley salt and pepper to taste 4 chicken fillets (200g (7oz) each)

1 Place the chicken breasts in a shallow flan dish

and cook on 100P for 9 - 10 minutes. Allow to cool slightly and cut into small pieces.

2 Place the broccoli in a bowl with 45ml (3 tbsp)

water, cover and cook on 100P for 5 minutes. Drain.

3 Add the thyme, marjoram, salt and pepper to the

white sauce, mix well.

4 Place the broccoli and chicken in a casserole

dish. Pour the sauce over the top. Sprinkle with the breadcrumbs and grated cheese. Place on the turntable.

5 Use sequence cooking to cook for 10 minutes on

70P, then 9 - 10 minutes on DUAL GRILL 50P.

CHICKEN & BROCCOLI BAKE

Serves 4 Preparation time - 10 minutes

450g (1lb) boneless chicken breasts 225g (8oz) broccoli florets 45ml (3 tbsp) water 5ml (1 tsp) dried thyme 5ml (1 tsp) dried marjoram salt & pepper to taste 600ml (1 pint) white sauce (see page 32) 25g (1oz) fresh breadcrumbs 25g (1oz) cheese, grated

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BEAN CASSEROLE

Serves 4 - 6 Preparation time - 25 minutes

15ml (1 tbsp) olive oil 200g (8oz) aubergines, cut in 2.5cm (1”) cubes) 100g (4oz) leeks, sliced 1 clove garlic, crushed 50g (2oz) celery, sliced 500g (1lb 2oz) canned, chopped tomatoes 300g (12oz) canned mixed beans, drained 2 vegetable stock cubes

2.5ml (

/2 tsp) basil 50g (2oz) fresh baby sweetcorn, chopped salt and pepper to taste

1 Place the oil, aubergine, leeks, garlic and celery

in a 2.5 litre (4 pint) casserole dish, mix well. Heat on 100P for 4 - 5 minutes, stir after 3 minutes.

2 Add the tomatoes, beans, crumbled stock cubes,

basil and sweetcorn. Season and mix well.

3 Cover and cook on 70P for 20 minutes, stir twice

during cooking.

Serve with rice or baked potato.

Variations:

Tuna and olive: Substitute the salami with 200g (7oz) canned tuna and top with 8 black olives. Ham and pineapple: Substitute the salami with 100g (4oz) cooked ham and top with chopped pineapple.

CHEESY JACKETS

Serves 2 Preparation time - 20 minutes

2 baking potatoes, (approx. 250g (9oz) each) 50g (2oz) butter 100g (4oz) Double Gloucester cheese, chopped 15ml (1 tbsp) fresh chives, chopped 50g (2oz) mushrooms, finely chopped salt and pepper to taste

1 Prick each potato in several places. Cook on

100P for 12 minutes. Halve each potato and scoop the flesh into a bowl, add the butter, cheese, chives, mushrooms, salt and pepper, mix well. Season.

2 Pile mixture back into the potato skins and place

in a flan dish, on the rack.

3 Cook on DUAL GRILL 50P for 10 minutes.

PIZZA WITH SALAMI & MUSHROOMS

Serves 4 Preparation time - 20 - 25 minutes

125g (5oz) white self raising flour 125g (5oz) plain flour

2.5ml (

/2 tsp) salt 5ml (1 tsp) baking powder 45ml (3 tbsp) olive oil 150ml (

/4 pint) milk 90ml (6 tbsp) tomato relish 5ml (1 tsp) Worcestershire sauce 15ml (1 tbsp) dried oregano 75g (3oz) salami sausage, sliced 75g (3oz) mushrooms, sliced

green pepper, thinly sliced 2 medium tomatoes, sliced 200g (7oz) Mozzarella cheese, grated salt and pepper to taste

1 Place flours, salt and baking powder in a large

bowl. Mix well. Blend the oil and milk. Stir into the flour to make a firm dough.

2 Roll out on a floured surface to give a 25.4cm

(10”) circle. Then place in a greased 25.4cm (10”) flan dish. Cook on 100P for 4 - 5 minutes. Carefully turn over and cover with the topping.

3 To prepare the topping, mix together the tomato

relish, Worcestershire sauce and 5ml (1 tsp) of the oregano. Spread evenly over the pizza base. Arrange the salami, mushrooms, green pepper and tomatoes on top and sprinkle with the Mozzarella and remaining oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4 Cook on the rack on DUAL GRILL 50P for 10 - 12

minutes until the topping is cooked and the cheese has melted.

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MOIST CARROT CAKE

Serves 4 - 6 Preparation time - 12 - 14 minutes

150ml (

/4 pint) sunflower oil 225g (8oz) brown sugar 3 eggs (size 3) 175g (6oz) self raising flour 5ml (1tsp) bicarbonate of soda 10ml (2 tsp) cinnamon 175g (6oz) carrot, grated 100g (4oz) walnut halves, chopped TOPPING: 225g (8oz) low fat cream cheese

grated rind of 1 lemon/5ml (1 tsp) lemon juice 30ml (2 tbsp) icing sugar 25g (1oz) walnuts, chopped to sprinkle

1 Beat together the oil, sugar and eggs, until well

mixed. Fold in flour, bicarbonate of soda, and cinnamon. Add carrots and walnuts, mix well.

2 Pour cake mixture into a greased, lined 20.4cm

(8”) soufflé dish. Cook on 50P for 24 minutes, until firm to the touch and a skewer comes out clean. Allow to cool before decorating.

3 To prepare the topping, combine the cream

cheese, lemon rind, lemon juice and icing sugar until smooth. Spread evenly over the top of the cake and sprinkle with the walnuts.

Keep refrigerated.

SPONGE PUDDING

Serves 4 - 6 Preparation time - 6 - 7 minutes

100g (4oz) margarine 100g (4oz) caster sugar 2 eggs (size 3), beaten 100g (4oz) self raising flour 15ml (1 tbsp) water 60ml (4 tbsp) jam or syrup to cover top

1 Line base of 1.2 litre pudding basin with kitchen paper. 2 Cream margarine and sugar until light and fluffy. 3 Beat in eggs, fold in the flour and stir in the water. 4 Spoon the mixture into prepared basin and

smooth the surface. Cook on 100P for 5 - 6 minutes. Allow to cool before turning out.

5 Place jam or syrup in a bowl, heat on 100P for 1

minute until runny and pour over pudding.

CHOCOLATE BROWNIES

Serves 6 - 8 Preparation time - 10 - 12 minutes

225g (8oz) margarine 225g (8oz) caster sugar

7.5ml (1

/2 tsp) vanilla essence 4 eggs (size 3), beaten 100g (4oz) plain flour 50g (2oz) cocoa powder

2.5ml (

/2 tsp) baking powder

75g (3oz) walnuts, roughly chopped

1 Combine margarine, sugar, vanilla essence and

eggs, until smooth. 2 Stir in remaining ingredients. 3 Grease and line a square 20.4cm (8”) dish.

Spoon in the mixture and smooth the surface. 4 Cook on 50P for 24 minutes, until firm to the

touch.

Variations:

Chocolate Sponge: Reduce self raising flour to 50g (2oz) and add 50g (2oz) Cocoa Powder at stage 3. Sultana Sponge: Add 75g (3oz) Sultanas at stage 3. Sponge Cake: At stage 1, line base of 17.8cm (7”) cake dish with kitchen paper. Omit stage 5.

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WHITE SAUCE

300ml (1/2 pint) Preparation time - 5 - 6 minutes

25g (1oz) butter 25g (1oz) plain flour 300ml (

/2 pint) milk

salt and pepper to taste

1 Place the butter in a bowl and heat on 100P for

30 seconds, until melted.

2 Stir in the flour and whisk in the milk. Cook on

100P for 5 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking until thick and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

STRAWBERRY JAM

Makes 675g(11/2

lb)

Preparation time - 15 minutes

675g (1

lb) strawberries, hulled 45 ml (3 tbsp) lemon juice 675g (1

lb) preserving sugar

1 Place strawberries and lemon juice in a large bowl,

heat on 100P for 5 minutes, or until the fruit has softened. Add sugar, mix well.

2 Cook on 70P for 45 - 50 minutes, until setting point

❇ is reached, stir every 4 - 5 minutes.

3 Pour into hot, clean jars. Cover, seal and label.

❇

“Setting point”: To determine setting point, place 5ml (1tsp) jam onto chilled saucer. Allow to stand for 1

min. Move surface of the jam gently with your finger, if the surface wrinkles setting point has been reached.

FRUIT CRUMBLE

Serves 4 Preparation time - 6 - 8 minutes

450g (1lb) seasonal fresh fruit, lightly cooked 100g (4oz) brown sugar 5ml (1 tsp) cinnamon 100g (4oz) plain wholemeal flour 75g (3oz) rolled oats 75g (3oz) butter

1 Place the fruit, 50g (2oz) of the brown sugar

and the cinnamon in a dish, mix well.

2 Place flour and oats in bowl, mix well and rub in

butter, until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Add remaining brown sugar, mix well. Sprinkle over the fruit and cook on DUAL GRILL 30P for 8 - 10 minutes.

RICH FLAPJACK

Serves 6 - 8 Preparation time - 15 minutes

175g (6oz) butter 100g (4oz) demerara sugar 175g (6oz) golden syrup 275g (10oz) jumbo oats

1 Place the butter, sugar and syrup in a large bowl.

Heat on 100P for 4 minutes, stir every minute until melted, add the oats, mix well.

2 Spoon mixture into a greased 20.4 cm (8”) flan

dish, smooth the surface.

3 Place on the turntable, use sequence

programming to cook on 50P for 5 minutes, then on 30P for 10 minutes until brown.

Variations:

Cheese sauce: Stir in 75g (3oz) grated cheese and 5ml (1tsp) mustard powder at Stage 2.

Serve with vegetables, fish or meat.

Parsley sauce: Stir 15 - 30ml (1 - 2 tbsp) fresh, chopped parsley into the finished sauce. Serve with fish. Onion sauce: Stir 225g (8oz) cooked onion, finely chopped into the finished sauce. Heat on 100P for

2 - 3 minutes before serving. Serve with vegetables.

Mustard sauce: Stir in 45g (3 tbsp) whole grain mustard, 200ml (7floz) soured cream, 15ml (1 tbsp) fresh

parsley and salt and pepper at Stage 2 instead of the flour and milk. Mix well. Cook on 100P for 3 minutes. Stir every minute until smooth and thick. Serve with fish or meat.

Sweet white sauce: Omit salt and pepper from basic recipe. Add 15 - 30ml (1 - 2 tbsp) caster sugar at

Stage 2. Serve with puddings as an alternative to custard.

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

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ACCESSORIES

Accessories should be washed in a mild washing-up liquid solution and dried. They are dishwasher safe.

OUTER CABINET

Wipe the outer cabinet with a mild detergent solution on a soft cloth. The control panel must be wiped clean whilst the door is open, therefore inactivating the oven.

WARNINGS-

WARNINGS:

• It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.

• The door seal stops microwave leakage during oven operation, but does not form an airtight seal. It is normal to see drops of water, light or feel warm air around the oven door. Food with a high moisture content will release steam and cause condensation inside the door which may drip from the oven.

• Repairs & Modifications: Do not attempt to operate the oven if it is not working properly.

• Outer Cabinet & Lamp Access: Never remove the outer cabinet. This would be very dangerous due to high voltage parts inside which must never be touched, as this could be fatal. As your oven is not fitted with a lamp access cover, if the lamp fails, do not attempt to replace the lamp yourself, call a Service Technician appointed by SHARP.

If you think the oven is not working properly there are some simple checks you can carry out yourself before calling an engineer. This will help prevent unnecessary service calls if the fault is something simple. Simply answer “YES” or “NO” to the following questions: (Put half a cup of water in the oven, on the turntable and close the door. Programme the oven to cook for 1 minute and select 100P.)

1. Does the oven lamp come on when it is cooking? YES/NO

2. Does the turntable rotate? YES/NO

3. Does the cooling fan work? (Check by placing your

hand above the air vent openings) YES/NO

4. After 1 minute does the "beep" sound? YES/NO

5. Is the water in the cup hot? YES/NO

6. (Take the cup out of the oven and close the door. Set

the grill time for 3 minutes).

At the end of 3 minutes, does the grill heating

element become hot? YES/NO

If you answer “NO” to any question first check that the oven is plugged in properly and the fuse has not blown, if there is no fault with either, check against the troubleshooting chart on page 34.

• Keep the waveguide cover clean at all times. If you leave grease or fat in the cavity, it may overheat, smoke or even catch fire when next using the oven.

• Never use spray cleaners, oven pads or abrasive scourers as these damage the surface of the oven.

• Do not allow grease or dirt to build up on the door seals and adjacent parts as this may prevent the door from closing correctly and may cause a leakage of microwaves. To clean use a mild detergent solution on a soft damp cloth.

OVEN INTERIOR

Clean the microwave oven cavity after each use with a mild detergent solution on a soft cloth, pay special attention to the waveguide cover.

After Grill, Dual, AutoCook and Express Cook modes the oven cavity, door, cabinet and accessories will become very hot. Before cleaning, ensure that they have cooled down. Slight tarnishing of the oven cavity around the area of the grill heater is likely to occur, this effect does not indicate a problem. Take care not to let soapy water drip through the small holes in the oven walls and the cavity floor particularly if the turntable and roller stay are removed. Excess water spillage through these holes will cause damage to the oven interior. It is important that the door seals and sealing surfaces are kept clean at all times, wipe regularly with a damp cloth.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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COOKING MODE

Microwave 100P cooking Grill cooking Dual grilling

with Microwave 50 P with Microwave 30 P and 10 P

STANDARD TIME

40 MINUTES 45 MINUTES

Grill 10 MINUTES Grill 45 MINUTES

POSSIBLE CAUSE

When oven is working, air circulates within the cavity. The door does not form an airtight seal so air may escape from the door.

The oven cavity will normally be colder than the food being cooked, and so steam produced when cooking will condense on the colder surface. The amount of steam produced depends on the water content of the food being cooked. Some foods, such as potatoes have a high moisture content. Condensation trapped in the door glass should clear after a few hours.

Arcing will occur when a metallic object comes into close proximity to the oven cavity during cooking. This may possibly roughen the surface of the cavity, but would not otherwise damage the oven.

Ensure all “eyes” are removed and stand directly onto the turntable or in a heat resistant flan dish or similar.

Check the door is closed properly.

Ensure correct power level has been selected. The microwave energy pulses ON/OFF during cooking/defrosting. The cabinet may become warm to the touch - keep children away.

Outer cabinet is hot.

PROBLEM

Draught circulates around the door.

Flashing or arcing from within the cavity when cooking.

Arcing potatoes.

After setting the time, the oven does not start.

Oven cooks too slowly. Oven makes a noise.

Condensation forms in the oven, and may drip from the door.

The wires in the mains cable are colour coded as shown opposite:

As the colours of the cores in the mains lead of your oven may not correspond with the coloured marking identifying the terminals in your plug, connect the wires as shown: Make sure the terminal screws are tight and the cable is held securely by the cable grip where it enters the plug. Like most appliances in your home, your oven must be connected to a single phase 230-240 Volt, 50Hz alternating current supply. If you do not make the proper electrical connections you might damage the oven or injure yourself. Neither SHARP nor the supplier will be liable if this happens.

green and yellow stripes = EARTH blue = NEUTRAL brown = LIVE

• The green and yellow wire to the plug terminal marked E or or coloured green or coloured green and yellow.

• The blue wire to the plug terminal marked N or coloured black or coloured blue.

• The brown wire to the plug terminal marked L or coloured red or coloured brown.

WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBTS ABOUT YOUR ELECTRICAL SUPPLY ASK A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

NOTE:

If you cook food for more than the standard time (see chart opposite) on the same cooking mode, the oven’s safety mechanisms will automatically activate. The microwave power level will be reduced or the grill heating elements will turn on and off.

TO REPLACE THE MAINS PLUG

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CALLING FOR SERVICE

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Subject to the conditions listed below, SHARP Electronics (U.K.) Ltd (hereafter called “the Company”), guarantee to provide for the repair of, or, at its option replace this SHARP equipment, or any component thereof, (other than Glass Turntables), which is faulty or below standard, as a result of inferior workmanship or materials.

The conditions of the Guarantee:

1 This Guarantee shall only apply to defects or faults

which are notified to the Company, or a SHARP authorised service facility, within one year from the date of purchase of the equipment, provided that this Guarantee shall extend for a further period of one year in respect of microwave oven magnetron parts only.

2 This Guarantee covers equipment intended for

private domestic use only. This oven is suitable for domestic food preparation and is not designed for commercial, industrial or laboratory use. This Guarantee does not apply to equipment used in the course of a business, trade or profession. Only use the microwave oven for cooking, defrosting or reheating of food. SHARP declines any liability for damages caused by improper use.

3 This Guarantee does not cover any faults or defects

caused by accident, misuse, fair wear and tear, neglect, tampering with the equipment, or any attempt at adjustment or repair other than by a SHARP authorised service facility.

4 Please clean your microwave oven regularly and

remove any stains or fat residues without delay. Failure to do this may affect the quality and safety of the product or prejudice your guarantee.

5 In the unlikely event of your equipment requiring

repair, please contact the dealer or supplier from whom it was purchased. You will need to provide proof of date of purchase to the repairing company. Please keep your invoice or receipt, which is supplied at the time of purchase. Where it is not possible to contact the dealer or supplier from whom the oven was purchased, please contact the telephone number given below. You will then be given details of how to obtain service.

Telephone: 08705 274277 (office hours)

6 This Guarantee is offered as an additional benefit to

the consumer’s statutory rights and does not affect these rights in any way.

SHARP parts and accessories have been specifically designed for SHARP Microwaves.

No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this publication, although every possible care has been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible.

• For general information & assistance with oven queries, please contact our

Customer Information Centre: U.K.: 08705 274277 (office hours) Ireland: 01 676 0648 (office hours) Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support

• Replacement accessories may be obtained from our main parts distributor Willow Vale Electronics Ltd. Telephone: 0121 766 5414

• If you are unable to resolve a problem using the

checks covered on the last few pages, do not

attempt to service this microwave oven yourself.

• Contact the dealer or supplier from whom the oven was purchased in order to obtain service. Where this is not possible, please contact the SHARP Customer Information Centre, telephone: 08705 274277 (office hours).

GUARANTEE

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SPECIFICATIONS

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AC Line Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Single phase 230-240 V, 50 Hz

Power Consumption:

Microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.25 kW

Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.05 kW

Microwave/Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25 kW

Input Current:

Microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.5 A

Output power:

Microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800 W (IEC 60705)

Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1000 W

MAFF heating category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E

Microwave frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2450 MHz

Outside Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .449(W) x 282(H) x 369(D) mm

Cavity Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290(W) x 194(H) x 313(D) mm

Oven capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 litres

Cooking uniformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Turntable diameter (272mm)

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Approx. 14.5kg

This oven complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.

As part of a policy of continuous improvement, we reserve the right to alter design and specification without notice.

No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, electronically, mechanically, photocopied, recorded, translated or other means without prior permission from SHARP Electronics (U.K.) Ltd.

The illustrations, technical information and data contained in this publication to our best knowledge, were correct at the time of going to print. The right to change specifications, at any time, without notice, is reserved as part of our policy of continuous development and improvement.

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