Sharp R-64ST User Manual

ENGLISH

Important

R-64ST

MICROWAVE OVEN WITH GRILL

OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKBOOK

800 W (IEC 60705)

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.

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Dear Customer,

Congratulations on acquiring your new microwave oven with grill, which from now on will make your kitchen chores considerably easier. You will be pleasantly surprised by the kinds of things you can do with a microwave. Not only can you use it for rapid defrosting or heating up of food, you can also prepare whole meals. In our test kitchen our microwave team has gathered together a selection of the most delicious international recipes which are quick and simple to prepare. Be inspired by the recipes we have included and prepare your own favourite dishes in your microwave oven. There are so many advantages to having a microwave oven which we are sure you will find exciting:

● Food can be prepared directly in the serving dishes, leaving less to wash up.

● Shorter cooking times and the use of little water and fat ensure that many vitamins, minerals and

characteristic flavours are preserved. We advise you to read the cookery book guide and operating instructions carefully. You will then easily understand how to use your oven.

Enjoy using your microwave oven and trying out the delicious recipes.

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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

CONTROL PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6

INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

BEFORE OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

SETTING THE CLOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

MICROWAVE COOKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

GRILL COOKING/DUAL GRILL COOKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12

EXPRESS MENU, EXPRESS COOK & EXPRESS DEFROST OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-14

EXPRESS MENU, EXPRESS COOK & EXPRESS DEFROST CHARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-16

RECIPES FOR EXPRESS COOK MENUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-18

CARE AND CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

SERVICE CALL CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

SERVICE ADDRESSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-25

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

CONTENTS

ENGLISH

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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES

1 Door 2 Door hinges 3 Grill heating element 4 Oven lamp 5 Waveguide cover 6 Control panel 7 Seal packing 8 Door lock openings 9 Oven cavity 10 Door seals and sealing surfaces 11 Door safety latches 12 Door opening handle

13 Ventilation openings 14 Outer cabinet 15 Rear cabinet 16 Power supply cord

ACCESSORIES:

Check to make sure the following accessories are provided: (17) Turntable (18) Roller stay (19) Seal packing (20) Rack Place the roller stay in the seal packing on the floor of the cavity. Then place the turntable on the roller stay. To avoid turntable damage, ensure dishes or containers are lifted clear of the turntable rim when removing them from the oven.

NOTE: When you order accessories, please mention two items: part name and model name to your dealer or SHARP authorised service agent.

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CONTROL PANEL

ENGLISH

CONTROL PANEL

1 Digital Display 2 Indicators

The appropriate indicator will flash or light up, just above each symbol according to the instruction. When an indicator is flashing, press the suitable button (having the same symbol) or do the necessary operation.

Stir Turn over Weight/Power Level Grill Microwave Cooking in progress

3 EXPRESS DEFROST button

Press to select one of the 4 automatic programmes.

4 EXPRESS COOK (Express Menu & Express

Cook) buttons

Press to select one of the 8 automatic programmes.

5 STOP button 6 +1min/START button 7 COOKING MODE button

Press to select either microwave, grill or dual grill, or use to set the clock.

1. press once to select microwave function.

2. press twice to select the grill.

3. press three times to select dual grill mode, microwave with grill.

8 TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knob

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To avoid the danger of fire

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.

This oven is not designed to be built in to a kitchen unit. The electrical outlet must be readily accessible so that the unit can be unplugged easily in an emergency. The AC power supply must be 230V, 50Hz, with a minimum 16A distribution line fuse, or a minimum 16A distribution circuit breaker. It is recommended that a 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.

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

Use only microwave-safe containers and utensils. See Page X.

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. Do not block the 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 heat oil for deep frying. The temperature cannot be controlled and the oil may catch fire. To make popcorn, use only special microwave popcorn 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. See the corresponding hints in this operation manual and the cookery book section.

To avoid the possibility of injury

WARNING:

Do not operate the oven if it is damaged or malfunctioning. Check the following before use: a)The door; make sure the door closes properly and

ensure it is not misaligned or warped.

b)The hinges and safety door latches; check to make sure

they are not broken or loose.

c) The door seals and sealing surfaces; ensure that they

have not been damaged.

d)Inside the oven cavity or on the door; make sure there

are no dents.

e) The power supply cord and plug; ensure that they are

not damaged.

Never adjust , repair or modify the oven yourself. 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.

Do not operate the oven with the door open or alter the door safety latches in any way. Do not operate the oven if there is an object between the door seals and sealing surfaces.

Do not allow grease or dirt to build up on the door seals and adjacent parts. Follow instructions for “Care and Cleaning”, Page 19.

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

To avoid the possibility of electric shock

Under no circumstances should you remove the outer cabinet. Never spill or insert any objects into the door lock openings or ventilation openings. In the event of a spill, turn off and unplug the oven immediately, and call an authorised SHARP service agent. Do not immerse the power supply cord or plug in water or any other liquid. Do not let the power supply cord hang over the edge of a table or work surface. Keep the power supply cord away from heated surfaces, including the rear of the oven. Do not attempt to replace the oven lamp yourself or allow anyone who is not an electrician authorised by SHARP to do so. If the oven lamp fails, please consult your dealer or an authorised SHARP service agent.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ENGLISH

Temperature of the container is not a true indication of the temperature of the food or drink; always check the food temperature. Always stand back from the oven door when opening to avoid burns from escaping steam and heat. Slice stuffed baked foods after heating to release steam and avoid burns. Keep children away from the door to prevent them burning themselves. 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 operation as they will become hot. Before cleaning make sure they are not hot.

To avoid misuse by children

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.

Do not lean or swing on the oven door. Do not play with the oven or use it as a toy. Children should be taught all important safety instructions: use of pot holders, careful removal of food coverings; paying special attention to packaging (e.g. self-heating materials) designed to make food crisp, as they may be extra hot.

Other warnings

Never modify the oven in any way. Do not move the oven while it is in operation. This oven is for home food preparation only and may only be used for cooking food. It is not suitable for commercial or laboratory use.

To promote trouble-free use of your oven and avoid damage.

Never operate the oven when it is empty except where recommended in the operation manual, see Page 10 Note 2. Doing so may damage the oven. 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. Do not use metal utensils, which reflect microwaves and may cause electrical arcing. Do not put cans in the oven.

If the power supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord. The exchange must be made by an authorised SHARP service agent.

To avoid the possibility of explosion and sudden boiling:

WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.

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. Take care when microwaving liquids. Use a widemouthed container to allow bubbles to escape.

Never heat liquids in narrow necked containers such as baby bottles, as this may result in the contents erupting from the container when heated and cause burns.

To prevent sudden eruption of boiling liquid and possible scalding:

1. Stir liquid prior to heating/reheating.

2. It is advisable to insert a glass rod or similar utensil

into the liquid whilst reheating.

3. Let liquid stand in the oven at the end of cooking

time to prevent delayed eruptive boiling.

Do not cook eggs in their shells, and whole hard boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave cooking has ended. To cook or reheat eggs which have not been scrambled or mixed, pierce the yolks and the whites, or the eggs may explode. Shell and slice hard boiled eggs before reheating them in the microwave oven.

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

To avoid the possibility of burns

Use pot holders or oven gloves when removing food from the oven to prevent burns. Always open containers, popcorn makers, oven cooking bags, etc., away from the face and hands to avoid steam burns.

To avoid burns, always test food temperature and stir before serving and pay special attention to the temperature of food and drink given to babies, children or the elderly.

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Do not remove the protective film attached to

the inside of the door.

1. Remove all packing materials from the inside of the

oven cavity. Discard the loose polythene sheet from between the door and cavity. Remove the feature sticker, if attached, from the outside of the door.

2. Check the oven carefully for any signs of damage.

3. Place the oven on a flat, level surface strong

enough to support the oven’s weight plus the heaviest item likely to be cooked.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION

4. The oven door becomes hot during cooking, place

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

5. Ensure there is a minimum free space above the

oven of 21 cm.

6. Securely connect the plug of the oven to a

standard earthed (grounded) household electrical outlet.

21cm

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NOTE:

If you are unsure how to connect your oven, please consult an authorised, qualified electrician. 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. 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 microwave leakage or a malfunction.

Use only the turntable and the roller stay designed for this oven. Do not operate the oven without the turntable. 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 a cold

turntable.

turntable. Do not place anything on the outer cabinet during operation. Do not use plastic containers for microwaving if the oven is still hot from using the GRILL mode, DUAL GRILL mode and EXPRESS COOK (Express Menu & Express Cook) operation, because they may melt. Plastic containers must not be used during above modes unless the container manufacturer says they are suitable.

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BEFORE OPERATION

SETTING THE CLOCK

1. Choose the clock function.

(12 hour clock).

Choose the 24 hour clock.

3. Press the COOKING MODE button to change

from hours to minutes.

4. Set the minutes. Rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER

knob until the correct minute is displayed (35).

5. Press the COOKING MODE button to start

the clock.

2. Set the hours. Rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT/ POWER knob until the correct hour is

displayed (23).

x1 and hold for 3 seconds

Example:

To set the 24 hour clock to 23:35

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

To set the 12 hour clock, hold the COOKING MODE

button down 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, in the example below will appear in the display.

x1 and hold for 3 secs.

To set the clock, follow the example below.

NOTES:

1. You can rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER

knob clockwise or counter-clockwise.

2. Press the STOP button if you make a mistake

during programming.

3. 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.

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

Plug in the oven.

1. The oven display will flash:

2. Press the STOP button, the display will show:

3. To set the clock, see below.

4. Heat the oven without food. (See page 10, Note 2).

Using the STOP button Use the STOP button to:

1. Erase a mistake during programming.

2. Stop the oven temporarily during cooking.

3. Cancel a programme during cooking, touch twice.

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