Sharp R671M User Manual

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800W (IEC 705)

R-671M

MICROWAVE OVEN WITH TOP

& BOTTOM GRILLS

OPERATION MANUAL

WITH COOKERY BOOK

CONTENTS

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.

Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

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

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

Safety:

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5

Operation:

Before Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Energy Save Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Microwave Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Maff Heating Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Microwaving - Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

How to Operate the Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Microwave Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

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

Dual Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Instant Cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Auto Cook / Auto Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-16

Other Convenient Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

1. Sequence Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

2. Less and More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-18

3. Auto Minute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

4. Auto Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

5. Weight Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Cooking Advice:

Suitable Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-22

Food Handling & Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23

Advice For Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Advice For Reheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Cookery Book: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Aftercare:

Cleaning & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45-46

To replace the mains plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Calling for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

The accessories become very hot during Grill, Dual Grill, Instant Cook and Auto Cook modes. To prevent burns, use thick oven gloves

when removing food or the turntable from the oven.

ACCESSORIES:

Check to make sure the following accessories are supplied: 1 Turntable 2 Rack

• Place the turntable onto the turntable motor shaft located on the floor of the oven cavity .

• Never touch the bottom grill when

it is hot.

NOTE: When you order accessories, mention the

Model and part name to your dealer or SHARP authorised service facility

Bottom grill

Turntable motor shaft

OVEN AND ACCESSORIES

For use see page 10-12 and 22

1 Grill heating element

(top grill)

2 Oven lamp 3 Control panel 4 Door opening button 5 W aveguide cover 6 Oven cavity 7 Turntable motor shaft 8 Grill heating element

(bottom grill)

9 Door seals and

sealing surfaces

10 Air-vent openings 11 Outer cabinet 12 Power cord

W ARNING:

CONTROL PANEL

1 DIGITAL DISPLAY 2 COOKING MODE indicator lights. These

lights will light during each cooking mode.

3 TIME keys: Use to enter cooking time. 4 BREAKFAST key. 5 PIZZA key. 6 INSTANT COOK keys. 7 AUTO COOK key: Press to select one of seven

AUTO COOK menus.

8 AUTO DEFROST key: Press to select one of five

AUTO DEFROST menus.

9 Kg.Lb/g.oz keys: Press to enter weight. 10 LESS/MORE keys: Press to shorten/lengthen

cooking time.

11 MICROWA VE POWER LEVEL key: Press to

select microwave power level.

12 GRILL key: Press to select grill. 13 DUAL GRILL key: Press to select a combination

of microwave with the grill.

14 STOP/CLEAR key . Press once to stop a

programme, and/or twice to cancel a programme.

15 START/AUTO MINUTE key: Press to start a

programme. Press to cook on 100P (HIGH) for 1 minute or increase time during cooking in multiples of 1 minute.

16 TIMER key: Press to use as a minute timer, or to

programme standing time.

17 WEIGHT CONVERSION key. Use to alter

weight unit, e.g. Kg/g to Lb/oz.

18 AUTO START/CLOCK key: Use to set the clock

or to programme AUTO START.

10min. 1min. 10sec.

Instant Cook

BREAKFAST

PIZZA

MIXED GRILL OVEN CHIPS

BAKED POTATOES

AUTO COOK

AUTO

DEFROST

1 Chilled Ready Meals

1 Meat Joint 2 Poultry

4 Minced Meat 5 Bread

3 Chicken Portions/ Steak/Chops

2 Frozen Ready Meals 3 Roast Beef/Lamb 4 Roast Pork 5 Roast Poultry

6 Crispy Crumb Foods 7 Quiche/Pie

Kg • Lb g • oz

LESS

GRILL

DUAL

GRILL

MICROWAVE

POWER LEVEL

CLEAR

START

STOP/

AUTO MINUTE

TIMER

Kg/Lb

AUTO START

CLOCK

R-671

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.

•If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.

• 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 an authorised Service Technician appointed by SHARP.

1.Remove all packing materials including the feature sticker.

INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Oven Use:

• The oven is for domestic food preparation only. Never operate when empty , except as directed in the operation manual (see NOTES on 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 defeat or tamper with the door safety latches. This may result in exposure to microwave energy .

• Never operate the oven with any object caught in the door sealing surfaces, this again may cause microwave leakage.

• 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 Service Technician appointed by SHARP.

• Never attempt to move the oven while it is operating.

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

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.Ensure there is a minimum of free space above the oven of 20cm.

4.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, as obstructions may ignite due to the emission of hot air.

5.Make sure the power supply cord is undamaged (See Installation next page) and that it does not run under the oven or over any hot or sharp surfaces.

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

7. The oven door may become hot during cooking.

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

8.Do not use the oven outdoors.

BUILDING-IN-KIT

This oven is not designed to be built into a kitchen unit

Fire: If smoke is observed, switch off or 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 taken when handling the container .

W ARNING:

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)

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 as the plug may otherwise overheat and catch fire.

• Do not connect other appliances to the same socket using an adaptor plug as it may cause the house wiring to overheat and catch fire.

• If the plug or socket is loose or the power supply cord is damaged, do not operate the oven, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or their service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. A defective plug, power supply cord or socket may overheat and catch fire during operation or cause an electrical shock.

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

• The product is fitted with a re-wireable plug. Should it not be suitable for the socket outlet in your home, remove the plug and fit an appropriate type, observing the wiring code on page 28.

If you wish to remove or replace the plug supplied,

ensure the plug is removed properly and not cut off. When replacing the plug please ensure that you use a BSI or AST A approved plug to BS1363, this should be fitted with a brown coloured 13 amp fuse approved by BSI or AST A to BS1362. If you have any doubt about electrical connection seek the help of a qualified electrician.

WARNING - IMPORTANT NOTE

Please note both the Operation Manual and Cookery Book supplied specify 800W (IEC 705) microwave output power. This applies only when the oven is operated on a 230-240V supply .

If your supply is less than 230-240V, it may be necessary to increase the cooking time when following the Operation Manual and Cookery Book instructions.

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

To wire an appropriate plug, follow the wiring code on page 28.

W ARNING:

BEFORE OPERATION

Your oven has an energy save mode. Plug in the oven. Nothing will appear in the display at that time.

1. Open the door, will flash in the display .

2. Close the door, the display will stop flashing.

3. Set the clock, see page 6.

4. Heat the oven using the top and bottom grills without food for 20 minutes. (For operation see NOTES on page 9)

Use the STOP/CLEAR key to:

1. Erase a mistake during programming .

2. Stop the oven temporarily during cooking.

3. Cancel a programme during cooking, press twice.

CLEAR

STOP/

SETTING THE CLOCK

These are two setting modes: 12 hour clock and 24 hour clock. Press AUTO START/CLOCK once to select the 12 hour clock, twice to select the 24 hour clock.

Example:

To set the 24 hour clock to 23:35.

AUTO START

CLOCK

AUTO START

CLOCK

AUTO START

CLOCK

1. Open and close the door.

2. Press AUTO START /CLOCK twice to

select the 24 hour clock.

4. Press AUTO START /CLOCK again.

5. Enter the minutes. Press 10MIN key 3 times

and the 1MIN key key 5 times.

6. Press AUTO START/ CLOCK again to set the

clock.

3. Enter the hours. Press the 10 MIN key twice and the 1Min key 3 times.

Check the display .

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

Check the display .

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

10min. 1min.

x1x1

x3 x5

x3x2

NOTES:

• If you press the 1MIN key just after pressing AUTO START/CLOCK key, will appear in the display .

• If the clock is set and cooking is complete, the display will return to show the correct

time of day . If the clock has not been set the display will show:

Your oven comes set for the energy save mode. If you do nothing for 2 minutes after preceding operation, i.e. plugging in or end of cooking, the power will automatically turn off. T o turn the power on, open and then close the door. If you set the clock, energy save mode does not work. To start energy save mode, follow the instruction below.

Example:

To start the energy save mode (the current time is 23:35)

ENERGY SAVE MODE

AUTO START

CLOCK

Make sure the current time of day appears in the display .

1. Press AUTO START /CLOCK key .

START

AUTO MINUTE

2. Press the 1MIN key once. The display will show

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

1min.

3. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE key . The power

will be off and the display will show nothing.

x1 x1 x1

800W

MAFF HEATING CATEGORY

Model R-671M has a microwave output power of 800 Watts; heating category C.

The heating category (a letter A to E) was developed by MAFF (Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food) with microwave oven and food manufacturers and 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 705) standard).

600 700 800 900 1000 W atts

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 CA TEGOR Y

Less heating time required

More heating time required

MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS

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.

To operate the micr owave function:

• Enter the required cooking/defrosting time.

• Select the power level by pressing the MICROW AVE POWER LEVEL key . There are 5 microwave power levels (see below).

• Press START/AUTO MINUTE key.

IMPORTANT :

The microwave power level will default to 100P (HIGH) unless you press the MICROW AVE POWER LEVEL key to the desired setting. T o help you decide which power level is suitable, refer to the charts in the Cookery Book section.

For advice on: See page(s):

MICROW AVE COOKING Page 8 GRILLING Page 9 DUAL GRILLING Page 10 DEFROSTING Page 24 MICROW AVE REHEATING Page 25

NOTES:

• To check the microwave power level during cooking/defrosting press the MICROW AVE POWER LEVEL key. The power level will be

displayed as long as the key is pressed. This does not affect the programme or cooking time.

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

100P (HIGH)

70P (MEDIUM HIGH)

50P (MEDIUM)

30P (MEDIUM LOW)

10P (LOW)

100P (HIGH)

P=Percent

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Opening and closing the door:

• To open the oven door, press the door opening button.

• The oven lamp will light when the door is open.

• Close the door firmly and the lamp will go out.

Always operate the oven with the turntable fitted correctly , see page 2. 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.

HOW TO OPERATE THE OVEN

MICROWAVING - INTRODUCTION

1. Enter the heating time by pressing the 10 SEC. key three times.

MICRO, TOP and BOTTOM GRILL indicator lights will flash.

2. Press MICROWAVE

POWER LEVEL

once for 100P (HIGH). MICRO indicator will remain on.

3. Press START/AUTO MINUTE once to

start cooking.

Display will count down through heating time.

W ater, sugar and fat in food absorb microwaves and causes their molecules to vibrate. This creates heat by friction, in the same way your hands get warm when you rub them together. The outer areas of food are heated by microwave energy and the remaining portions by conduction. It is important to turn, rearrange or stir food to ensure even heating. Where recommended, allow food to stand, this is not optional but is necessary to ensure thorough cooking. It is particularly important for dense food, such as joints of meat.

NOTES:

• 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.

• Place convenience foods on a non-metallic plate.

• See SUITABLE COOKWARE, page 21-22.

W ARNING:

10sec.

START

AUTO MINUTE

MICROWAVE

POWER LEVEL

NOTES:

•

Y our oven can be programmed up to 99 minutes, 90 seconds (99.90)

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

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

• If you cook whilst the energy save mode is set, at the end of cooking the display will be . And after 2

minutes the display will be blank.

MICROW AVE COOKING: EXAMPLE:

To cook using 100P (HIGH) power for 30 seconds. Place food on turntable and close the door.

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXMICROWAVE DEFROSTING

To defrost foods not included in the Auto Defrost menu, use microwave power levels 30P (MEDIUM LOW) or 10P (LOW). Stir or turn food at least 2-3 times during defrosting. After defrosting, wrap in aluminium foil and leave to stand until thoroughly defrosted. Refer to the defrosting charts in the Cookery Book, page 28.

MICROWAVE

POWER LEVEL

The oven has top and bottom grills which can be operated independently or combined.

• First enter the cooking time by using the TIME keys.

• Then press the GRILL key to select the heating element(s) required (top, bottom or combined). See table opposite for selection details.

• Press START/AUTO MINUTE.

The turntable rotates to ensure even browning during grilling. You can use the grill mode for bacon, fish fingers and tea cakes or for making cheese on toast. It is also ideal for browning and crisping food which has been microwaved.

1. Enter the grilling time by pressing the 1MIN key 8 times. MICRO, TOP and BOTTOM GRILL indicator lights will flash.

2. Press GRILL to select the grill mode. TOP GRILL indicator light will remain on.

3. Press START/

AUTO MINUTE

once to start grilling.

Display counts down through

grilling time.

EXAMPLE: To grill for 8 minutes using the TOP GRILL.

Press GRILL

Once

Twice

3 Times

Grill

in use

Top Grill

Bottom Grill

Top & Bottom

Grill

GRILL indicator

lights in use

TOP

BOTTOM

TOP and

BOTTOM

1min.

START

AUTO MINUTE

GRILL

GRILLING

The oven cavity , door, turntable, rack, dishes and especially the bottom grill heater become very hot. To avoid burns always use thick oven gloves

when removing food or the

turntable from the oven.

NOTES:

• When first using the grill heating elements, smoke and odour will be given off. To avoid this happening when food is being cooked, heat the top and bottom grills without food for approximately 20 minutes.

• The rack is recommended for grilling small items such as toast, bacon or steak. Place food directly on the rack, in a flan dish or on a heat resistant plate on the rack. Turn over halfway through grilling. See cooking charts p16.

• If you cook whilst the energy save mode is set, at the end of cooking the display will be . And after 2 minutes, the display will be blank.

• When browning or crisping foods in a casserole dish, place directly onto the turntable.

W ARNING:

The oven cavity , door , turntable, rack, dishes and especially bottom grill heater will become very hot, use thick oven gloves when removing the food or turntable from the oven to prevent burns.

WARNING

DUAL GRILL

Display counts down

through cooking time.

1. Enter the cooking time by

pressing the 10 MIN key once and the 1 MIN key once. MICRO, TOP and BOTTOM GRILL indicator lights will flash.

2. Press DUAL GRILL once. MICRO and TOP GRILL indicator will remain on.

3. Press MICROW AVE POWER LEVEL three

times for 70P (MEDIUM HIGH).

4. Press

START/AUTO MINUTE once to

start cooking.

EXAMPLE:. T o cook for 11 minutes using DUAL GRILL, combining 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) microwave power with the top grill.

10min. 1min.

DUAL

GRILL

START

AUTO MINUTE

MICROWAVE

POWER LEVEL

COOKING HINT:

Use the rack for grilling small items such as sausages, bacon or burgers - turn over halfway through cooking. Food can be placed directly on the rack, on a heat resistant plate or in a flan dish on the rack.

Top

Grill

Bottom

Grill

x1 Once

x2 Twice

Press DUAL GRILL key

MICROW AVE POWER LEVEL

Grill in use

30P*

DUAL

NOTE:

* To adjust the microwave power level, press the

MICROW AVE POWER LEVEL key.

* You can select power levels 10P to 100P .

There are two DUAL GRILL modes:

1. T op Grill and Microwave

2. Bottom Grill and Microwave

• First enter cooking time.

• Then select the DUAL GRILL mode by pressing the

DUAL GRILL key. See table opposite.

• Press START/AUTO MINUTE key.

DUAL GRILL combines the power of the microwave with the grills.

NOTES:

• When browning or crisping foods in a casserole dish, place containers directly onto the turntable and allow a little extra time to brown and crisp.

• Follow recommended DUAL GRILL times and procedures given in the chart on pages 33.

• After cooking the display will show:

• After cooking for more than 2 minutes a cooling fan will begin automatically for 5 minutes.

• If you cook whilst the energy save mode is set, at the end of cooking the display will be . And after 2

minutes, the display will be blank.

GRILL

Bacon & eggs LESS Bacon (approx 30g/Slice, approx 0.25cm thick) 2 rashers 4 rashers

Egg (medium) 1 2

Thin sausage & eggs STD Thin sausage (approx 25g each, approx 1.5cm thick) 4 8

Egg (medium) 1 2

Bacon, thin sausage STD Bacon (approx 30g/ slice, approx 0.25cm thick) 2 4

& eggs Thin sausage (approx 25g each, approx 1.5cm thick) 2 4

Egg (medium) 1 2

Thick sausages & eggs MORE Thick sausage (approx 50g each, approx 2.5cm thick) 3 6

Egg (Medium) 1 2

BREAKFAST

BREAKFAST CHART

1. Press the BREAKFAST key twice. COOK indicator will flash and all

indicator lights will come on.

The breakfast function enables you to cook several breakfast menus easily (See chart below).

Example:

To cook 2 servings of Breakfast (thin sausage & eggs).

BREAKFAST

Display:

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

2. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE

key .

START

AUTO MINUTE

Display:

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

W ARNING:

The oven cavity , turntable rack, dishes and especially the bottom grill will become very hot. Always use thick oven gloves at all times when removing the food or turntable from the oven to prevent burns.

WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE

1-2:servings • Grease the turntable with 5-10ml of oil.

• Place bacon and/or sausages on the turntable (Pierce sausages).

• When oven indicates, turn bacon/sausages over and add eggs (not beaten).

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

NOTE: Use MORE or LESS as indicated.

NOTE:

It is not necessary to pierce eggs as this programme uses only the grill, after eggs have been added.

Less/

Ingredients 1 Serving 2 Servings

NOTE:

•

If you cook whilst the energy save mode is set, at the end of cooking, the display will be . And after 2 minutes, the display will be blank.

PIZZA

The PIZZA function enables you to cook chilled and frozen pizzas. The function automatically calculates the correct cooking time and mode for the pizza. (microwave power combined with the top and bottom grills).

EXAMPLE:

T o cook frozen pizza weighing 400g.

WEIGHT RANGE:

Food weight should be rounded up to the nearest 0.1 kg or 1 oz. For example, 0.45 kg to 0.5 kg and 12.5 oz to 13oz. You are restricted to enter a weight within the range given in the chart below.

NOTE:

• Your oven comes set for kg/g mode. For converting to lb/oz, see weight conversion on page 20.

• If an incorrect weight range is entered when using the PIZZA function, “EE” will be displayed. To erase,

press the STOP/CLEAR key .

• If you cook while the energy save mode is set, at the end of cooking the display will be . And after 2 minutes, the display will be blank.

1. Press the PIZZA key twice. KG indicator will flash and all indicator lights will come on.

2. Enter the weight by pressing the WEIGHT keys. COOK indicator will flash.

3. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE key .

The oven cavity , door , turntable, rack, dishes and especially the bottom grill will become very hot. To prevent burns, use thick oven gloves

at all times when removing food or the turntable from the oven.

CHILLED PIZZA 0.2 - 0.6 kg • Ready-prepared chilled pizza. P-1 (7 oz - 1 lb 5 oz) • Remove from package and place on the

turntable. Thin and crispy or • After cooking, remove from the turntable and deep-pan type put on a plate for serving.

FROZEN PIZZA 0.2 - 0.6 kg • Ready-prepared frozen pizza. P-2 (7 oz - 1 lb 5 oz) • Remove from package and place on the

turntable. Thin and crispy or • After cooking, remove from the turntable and deep-pan type put on a plate for serving.

MENU NUMBER WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE

PIZZA

W ARNING:

PIZZA

START

AUTO MINUTE

g • oz

PIZZA CHART

Display:

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOKSTIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

INSTANT COOK

INSTANT COOK CHART

This function allows you to cook Mixed Grill, Oven Chips and Baked Potato at the touch of a key . (See chart below.)

EXAMPLE:

To cook Oven Chips weighing 200g.

NOTE:

• Your oven comes set for kg/g mode. For converting to lb/oz, see weight conversion on page 20.

• The Instant Cook Function can only be input within 2 minutes after cooking completion, closing the door or

pressing the STOP/CLEAR key.

• After cooking for more than 2 minutes a cooling fan will begin automatically for 5 minutes.

• If you cook whilst the energy save mode is set, at the end of cooking the display will be blank.

W ARNING:

The oven cavity , turntable, rack, dishes and especially the bottom grill will become very hot, always use thick oven gloves at all times when removing the food or turntable from the oven to prevent burns.

1. Press the OVEN CHIPS key twice.

Display:

After 2 seconds the oven will start to cook.

(it is not necessary to press the START/AUTO MINUTE key.)

OVEN CHIPS

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

MENU NUMBER WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE

Mixed Grill 1-2 servings • Grease the turntable with 5-10ml of oil.

• Place chops, pierced sausages, gammon and steak on the

turntable.

• When the audible signal sounds turn over food, add the mushrooms and tomatoes. Close the door and continue to cook.

• After cooking serve immediately.

Oven Chips 0.1 - 0.3 kg • Spread chips evenly on the turntable. (frozen) (4oz - 11oz) • After cooking stand 2-3 minutes.

NOTE: Use LESS for french fries/ thin chips and MORE for thick chips.

Baked Potatoes 1-4 pieces • Pierce each potato in several places, place towards the edge of the

250g each turntable. (10oz each) • After cooking, leave potatoes to stand for 2-3 minutes.

Mixed Grill

Gammon Chop Steak Thick sausage Mushroom T omato

1 Serving

Approx. 50g Approx. 70g Approx. 60g Approx. 30g Approx.5 (50g) Approx. 40g

2 Servings

Approx. 100g Approx. 140g Approx. 120g Approx. 60g Approx.10 (100g) Approx. 80g

AUTO COOK/AUTO DEFROST

This function enables you to cook or defrost the foods listed on the control panel (see Auto Cook/Defrost chart on page 15-16). To operate the Auto Cook/Auto Defrost function, follow the example given below.

NOTE:

Your oven comes set for kg/g mode. For converting lb/oz, see weight conversion on page 20.

Example:

To cook Roast Beef (medium) weighing 1.0kg using Auto Cook AC-3.

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 time and change the power level.

NOTE:

• If an incorrect weight range is entered when using the AUTO COOK/AUTO DEFROST function, “EE” will be displayed. To erase, press the STOP/CLEAR key.

• If you cook whilst the energy save mode is set, at the end of cooking the display will be . And after 2 minutes, the display will be blank.

W ARNING:

Weight Range: Food weight should be rounded up or down to the nearest 0.1kg e.g 0.65kg to 0.7kg or

0.34kg to 0.3kg. You are restricted to enter a weight within the range given (see chart on page 15-16). to cook/defrost weights below or above the range given, please refer to the charts on pages 28-

30. To cook or defrost food which is not included in the AUTO COOK/AUTO DEFROST menu, please refer to the charts on pages 28-30.

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

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

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

MINUTE key .

1. Press the AUTO COOK key 3

times. AUTO and MICRO indicator lights will come on.

AUTO COOK

START

AUTO MINUTE

Display:

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

2. Enter the weight by pressing the WEIGHT keys.

3. Press START/AUTO MINUTE key .

Kg/Lb

Display:

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

Display:

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXNOTE FOR AUTO COOK 1 AND 2 - VARIETIES

AUTO COOK / AUTO DEFROST CHART

1 • For one section containers, use a skewer to pierce film in five places.

• Place an upturned non-metallic ceramic plate (26 cm in diameter and 2 cm height) on turntable, and place the convenience food container onto the plate.

• For two section containers, pierce using a skewer. Pierce meat/main portion 3 times and the rice/pasta portion twice.

• For food contained in bag(s), pierce meat portion 5 times on each side. For rice/pasta pierce 5 times on one side only (where rice/pasta portion bags come already perforated, do not pierce further). Place on a plate.

• Place on an upturned non-metallic ceramic plate (26 cm in diameter and

2 cm height) on turntable.

2 • Close the oven door, press the AUTO COOK key once for chilled or

twice for frozen ready meals.

3 • To enter the weight, press the WEIGHT keys. 4 • Press START/AUTO MINUTE to start cooking.

(NOTE: For non-stirrable foods, press the MORE key, before pressing START/AUTO MINUTE.)

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

NOTES:

• For stirrable foods, stir as oven indicates. For food in bags, manipulate contents. For non-stirrable foods, it is not necessary to stir.

• For frozen meals contained in two bags remove the rice/pasta portion when the oven indicates “STIR” halfway through cooking.

Stirrable:

Chilled or frozen ready meals which can be stirred without spoiling their appearance. For example: Chicken tikka, T agliatelle and Macaroni cheese.

Non-Stirrable:

Chilled or frozen ready meals which cannot be stirred without spoiling their appearance. For example: Lasagne, Fisherman’s pie, Cottage pie.

In-One-Bag:

Frozen ready meals contained and cooked in one bag. For example: Chicken breast and gravy , Beef curry , Liver with onions and gravy.

In-Two-Bags:

Frozen ready meals contained and cooked in two bags. For example: Prawn curry with rice, Spaghetti bolognese and Chicken chasseur with Rice.

NUMBER

COOKING PROCEDURE

AC- 1

Chilled Ready Meals

Meat Rice/Pasta

Pierce where shown.

The following table shows the variety of savoury convenience foods which can be used in this microwave oven:

WEIGHT

RANGE

AC-2

Frozen Ready Meals

0.3-0.8kg

(11oz -

1lb 12oz)

0.3-0.8kg

(11oz -

1lb 12oz)

AUTO COOK CHART

AUTO COOK / AUTO DEFROST CHART

0.5 - 1.5 kg (1lb 2oz - 3lb 5 oz)

1.2 - 1.6 kg (2lb 10oz - 3lb 8oz)

AD-1

Meat (Beef/Lamb and Pork Joints)

AD-2

Poultry (Whole)

• Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable.

• Turn over when oven indicates.

• Stand, wrapped in foil, for 45-60 minutes until thoroughly defrosted.

• Place poultry breast side down in a flan dish, place on the turntable.

• Turn over when oven indicates.

• Stand wrapped in foil for 45-60 minutes until thoroughly defrosted.

0.2 - 0.8 kg (7oz - 1lb 12oz)

AD-3

Chicken Portions, Steak, Chops

AD-4

Minced Meat (Beef, Lamb, Pork, Poultry)

AD-5

Bread

• Place evenly in a flan dish on the turntable.

• Turn over when oven indicates.

• Leave meat to stand in foil, for 15-30 minutes until thoroughly defrosted.

• Place in a glass bowl on the turntable.

• When oven indicates turn over. Remove any defrosted parts.

• Leave meat to stand wrapped in foil, for 5-10 minutes until evenly defrosted.

0.1 - 0.5 kg (4oz - 1lb 1oz)

• Place directly on the turntable.

• Turn over when oven indicates.

• Leave bread to stand for up to 5 minutes until defrosted.

MENU NUMBER

WEIGHT RANGE

COOKING PROCEDURE

AUTO DEFROST CHART

AC-3

Roast Beef / Lamb

AC-4

Roast Pork

AC-5

Roast Poultry

AC-6

Crispy Crumb Foods (Chilled & Frozen)

AC-7

Quiche/Pie (chilled - savoury only)

• Place meat in a heat resistant flan dish.

• Place dish on turntable.

• Turn meat over when oven indicates.

• After cooking, wrap in foil and leave meat to stand for 10 minutes.

NOTE: Use MORE for beef/lamb which is well done and LESS (for beef only) for meat which is rare. It is not possible to use LESS for pork.

• Pierce skin of poultry.

• Place poultry breast side down directly on a heat resistant flan dish.

• Place dish on turntable. Turn poultry over when oven indicates.

• After cooking, wrap in foil and leave meat to stand for 10 minutes.

NOTE: It is not possible to use LESS for poultry.

• Remove from package and place on the turntable.

• After cooking, remove from the turntable.

NOTE: Use MORE for frozen crispy crumb foods.

• Remove from package and place in original foil container on a heat resistant flan dish on the turntable.

• After cooking, remove from the turntable, stand 2-3 minutes and put on a plate for serving.

NOTE: Do not use pies with puff pastry as microwave energy will burn the pastry.

MENU NUMBER

WEIGHT RANGE

COOKING PROCEDURE

AUTO COOK CHART

0.5 - 1.5 kg (1lb 2 oz - 3lb 5oz)

1.2 - 1.6 kg (2lb 10 oz - 3lb 8oz)

0.1 - 0.4 kg (4oz - 14 oz)

0.1 - 0.6 kg (4oz - 1lb 5oz)

OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

The LESS ( ) and MORE ( ) keys allow you to cook food more or less than the pre-set programmes.

For example, if you prefer vegetables which are cooked but still crisp, or beef which is rare, use the LESS key. Alternatively, if you prefer vegetables softer or beef well done, use the MORE key.

GUIDE FOR USE WITH BREAKFAST, PIZZA AND AUTO COOK / AUTO DEFROST: Press LESS/MORE immediately before pressing START/AUTO MINUTE. Use LESS/MORE where recommended on pages 13-19.

GUIDE FOR USE WITH INSTANT COOK:

Press LESS/ MORE immediately after pressing each INSTANT COOK key.

GUIDE FOR USE WITH MANUAL PROGRAMMES:

Press LESS/ MORE to decrease/increase the cooking or defrosting time in multiples of 1 minute whilst the oven is in use.

• The overall cooking time can be increased to a maximum of 99 minutes.

NOTES:

To cancel LESS or MORE, press the same key again. It is also possible to increase time during cooking by pressing the START/AUTO MINUTE key. This increases cooking time by 1 minute with each press.

LESS AND MORE keys

1. SEQUENCE PROGRAMMING

This facility enables continued and uninterrupted operation of up to three different sequences:

• To programme a series of sequences: Input the cooking time followed by the desired cooking mode.

• Repeat this procedure to a maximum of three sequences.

• Finally, press START/AUTO MINUTE to start sequence cooking.

1. ENTER COOKING TIME

2. INPUT COOKING MODE

REPEAT 1. AND 2.

(to a maximum of 2 more stages)

LESS COOKING TIME

MORE COOKING TIME

LESS

START

AUTO MINUTE

2. LESS AND MORE

OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

Display counts down.

The time can be extended or shortened at any stage during the 10 minutes.

AUTO MINUTE enables you:

• To cook on 100P (HIGH) microwave power in multiples of 1 minute.

• Extend cooking time in multiples of 1 minute.

EXAMPLE: To cook on 100P (HIGH) for 2 minutes, press the START/AUTO MINUTE key twice.

NOTES:

The AUTO MINUTE function can only be input within 2 minutes after cooking completion, closing the door or pressing the STOP/CLEAR key. The cooking time may be extended to a maximum of 99 minutes.

4. Press LESS twice to shorten the cooking time by 2 minutes.

EXAMPLE:

To cook on 50P (MEDIUM) for 10 minutes and then decrease the cooking time by 2 minutes.

1. Enter the cooking time by pressing the 10

MIN. key once.

3. Press START/AUTO

MINUTE

once to start cooking.

2. Press MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL key 3

times for 50P (MEDIUM).

Cooking time is reduced by two minutes and continues to count down.

10min.

START

AUTO MINUTE

MICROWAVE

POWER LEVEL

LESS

START

AUTO MINUTE

3. AUTO MINUTE

OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

AUTO START enables you to programme the oven

to cook at any time during the:

• next 12 hours (if the 12 hour clock is set),

• next 24 hours (if the 24 hour clock is set).

IMPORTANT : It is recommended the oven is always attended when in use. Check to ensure you have programmed the oven correctly . Exceeding cooking times and use of excessive power levels can lead to food overheating and cause a risk of fire.

• You can use AUTO START only with manual cooking.

• Before programming the oven, always check the display is showing the correct time of day .

• Once the oven is programmed for AUTO START the display will flash between the time of day and the . If you press the AUTO START/CLOCK key and hold, the AUTO STAR T time will be displayed until you release your finger from the key .

• If you want to cancel the AUTO START programme, press STOP/CLEAR key twice.

• The AUTO START time can only be entered in multiples of 10 minutes, it is not possible to enter less than 10 minutes or any time which is not in multiples of 10 minutes.

• If the door is opened after programming, close the door and press the START/AUTO MINUTE key to continue with AUTO ST AR T.

4. AUTO START

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

4. Enter the power level by pressing MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL key 3 times. MICRO indicator light will remain on.

EXAMPLE:

The current time of day is 1:00 pm and you want to programme the oven to reheat a casserole on 50P (MEDIUM) for 40 minutes at 4:30pm. (The oven is set to the 12 hour clock.)

1. Enter the time at which you want the casserole to begin reheating by pressing the TIME keys. MICRO, TOP and BOTTOM GRILL indicator lights will flash.

3. Enter the cooking time by pressing the 10 MIN. key four times. MICRO, TOP and BOTTOM GRILL indicator lights will flash.

2. Press AUTO START/CLOCK key once

to set the start time for cooking. All indicator lights will disappear

When the oven starts at 4:30 pm, the pre-programmed sequence will start. The cooking time will appear on the display and MICRO indicator light will come on.

10sec.

10min.

AUTO START

CLOCK

1min.

Display:

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

5. Press START/AUTO MINUTE key to start

the programme

START

AUTO MINUTE

MICROWAVE

POWER LEVEL

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

(Time of day)

OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

You can use the weight conversion function to convert kg to lbs or vice-versa. The oven memorises the weight unit of the last operation, until you change it or the power turns off.

Your oven comes set for kg. To change from kg to lbs press the WEIGHT CONVERSION key before programming or entering the weight.

5. WEIGHT CONVERSION

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

1. Press the AUTO COOK key 3 times to

select Roast Beef.

EXAMPLE 1 (for INSTANT COOK):

To change from kg to lbs when cooking Oven Chips weighing 7oz.

1. Press the WEIGHT CONVERSION key to

change from kg to lbs.

After 2 seconds the oven will start to cook.

2. Press the OVEN CHIPS key twice.

Kg/Lb

Display:

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

2. Press the WEIGHT

CONVERSION

key once to change from kg to lbs.

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

OVEN CHIPS

EXAMPLE 2 (for BREAKFAST, PIZZA, AUTO COOK and AUTO DEFROST):

To change from kg to lbs when using Auto Cook AC-3 (Roast Beef), when you want to input 2lb 3oz.

3. Enter the weight by pressing the

WEIGHT keys.

4. Press the

START/AUTO MINUTE key

once to begin cooking.

AUTO COOK

Kg/Lb

Kg • Lb g • oz

START

AUTO MINUTE

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

Display:

STIR TURN ADD KG PCS COOK

NOTE:

When you set the energy save mode, the input unit will be kg whenever the power turns on.

NOTE for EXAMPLE 2: You can use the WEIGHT CONVERSION key before pressing the AUTO COOK key.

SUITABLE COOKWARE

W ARNING - 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 HIGHP (High) unless you press the MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL key to reach the desired setting. T ake care when heating foods with high sugar or fat content, e.g, Christmas pudding, mince pies and fruit cakes. Before use, check that utensils are suitable for use in microwave ovens.

• Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode. See page 25.

• Eggs in their shell and whole hard boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode even

after microwave heating has ended. Do not heat canned potatoes in the microwave oven as they may burst.

• Do not place hot foods/utensils on a cold turntable, or cold foods/utensils on a hot turntable.

SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING GRILL

DUAL GRILL

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

When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition. Only use for warming food. Pay special attention as over-heating may cause a fire in your oven.

YES

When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition. Only use to absorb fat and moisture when warming food. Pay special attention as overheating may cause a fire in your oven.

YES YES

NO NO

NO YES

Except for

dishes with

metallic

decoration.

NO NO

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.

For microwaving, only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.

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.

FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION

SUITABLE COOKWARE

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.

Stir , turn & stand:

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

Initial and final temperature of food:

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.

COOKWARE

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.

YES

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.

Browning dishes & self-heating packages.

Metal cookware.

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

Metal rack.

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

SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING GRILL

DUAL GRILL

NO NO

YES NO

If desired,

metal trays

may be used.

YES YES/NO

Use aluminium

foil for

shielding only.

YES YES

FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION (continued)

Composition

& quality

Piercing

Arrangement

Covering

Size & shape

Density &

quantity

Hygiene

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

Food with skin (e.g. potatoes, apples, fish, sausages, chicken), or with membrane (e.g egg whites/yolks), must be pierced in several places before cooking or reheating. If not, steam will build up and may cause food to explode. When cooking eggs using “Breakfast”, it is not necessary to pierce the yolks, as the programme uses grill only after eggs are added.

Place thickest parts of food on the outside of the dish, e.g. place meaty ends of chicken drumsticks 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 affects 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.

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 45-60 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 45-60 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 bowl, stir or turn over at least 3-4 times during defrosting, remove defrosted parts each time. For frozen blocks of meat see ‘Minced Beef’ in the charts on page 16.

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 (MEDIUM LOW/DEFROST) or 10P (LOW) 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.

ADVICE FOR REHEATING

W ARNINGS: 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, Christmas pudding.

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

Plated meals

Casseroles

Poultry portions

Sliced meat

Pies

Vegetables

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 (MEDIUM), stir/rearrange halfway through reheating. Ensure food is thoroughly reheated before serving.

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

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

Cover with vented microwave cling-film and reheat on 50P (MEDIUM). 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 (MEDIUM HIGH) and fruit pies on 50P (MEDIUM).

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

NOTES

COOKBOOK

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.

CONTENTS

Introduction & Conversion Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Defrosting Charts:

Meat, poultry, fish & fruit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Cooking Charts

Fresh & frozen vegetables & fruit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Rice, pasta & eggs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Reheating Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Grilling Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Dual Grill Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

● 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.

● 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.

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)

DEFROSTING CHART

45-60 Minutes

15-20 Minutes

25-30 Minutes

15-20 Minutes

5-10 Minutes

15-20 Minutes

45-60 Minutes

25-30 Minutes

15-30Minutes

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)

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

LOW

10P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

MEDIUM LOW

30P

28-30 Minutes/

450g (1lb)

8-9 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 re-

arrange twice during defrosting. Shield. Place in a flan dish. Separate and re-

arrange 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.

COOKING CHARTS

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

Stir halfway through cooking.

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

Stir halfway through cooking.

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

halfway through cooking.

Slice or break into florets.Add 30ml (2tbsp)

water. Cover. Stir halfway through cooking.

Add 45ml (3tbsp) water. Cover.

Stir 1/2 through cooking.

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

Stir halfway through cooking.

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

Stir halfway through cooking.

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

halfway through cooking.

Pierce in several places.

Place on the edge of the turntable.

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

Cover. Stir halfway through cooking.

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

Stir halfway through cooking.

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

Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.

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

Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.

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

Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.

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

2 Minutes

4 Minutes

2 Minutes

3 Minutes

2 Minutes

3 Minutes

2 Minutes

6 Minutes/

225g (8oz)

6 Minutes/

225g (8oz)

6 Minutes/

225g (8oz)

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 Minutes/

225g (8oz)

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)

HIGH 100P

Aubergines & Broccoli (fresh)

Beans (green - fresh)

Brussels Sprouts (fresh)

Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery

Corn on the Cob (fresh)

Courgettes & Leeks (fresh)

Parsnips & Spinach (fresh)

Peas (fresh)

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

Potatoes, Boiled (old & new - fresh)

Swede & Turnips (fresh)

Beans & Cabbage (green - frozen)

Broccoli, Leaf 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

FOOD COOKING MICRO ▼ METHOD ● STANDING

TIME POWER LEVEL TIME

COOKING CHARTS

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.

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

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

3 Pour omelette mixture into flan dish. Cook on

100P (HIGH) for 2 minutes. Whisk mixture and cook again on 100P (HIGH) for 4 minutes.

1 Melt the butter in a bowl on 70P (MEDIUM)

for 1 minute. 2 Add the eggs, milk and seasoning and mix well. 3 Cook on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) for 3

minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. 1 Break each egg into a ramekin dish. Care-

fully pierce the white and yolk in 3-4 places. 2 Cover and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 2

minutes.

1 Place the oil in a 17.8cm (7”) shallow dish

and heat on 100P (HIGH) for 1 minute. 2 Break the egg into the oil. Pierce the yolk

and white in 3-4 places. Cook on100P

(HIGH) for 1-1

1/2

minutes.

14-15 Minutes

20-21 Minutes

11-12 Minutes

12-13 Minutes

10-11 Minutes

11-12 Minutes

15g (1/2oz) butter

4 eggs (medium)

90ml (6tbsp) milk

salt & pepper

15g (1/2oz) butter

2 eggs (medium) 30ml (2tbsp) milk

salt & pepper

2 eggs (medium)

10ml (2tsp) oil

1 egg (medium)

5 Minutes

4 Minutes

30 Seconds

MEDIUM HIGH

70P

MEDIUM HIGH

70P

MEDIUM HIGH

70P

MEDIUM HIGH

70P

MEDIUM HIGH

70P

MEDIUM HIGH

70P

HIGH 100P

MEDIUM HIGH

70P

HIGH 100P

White rice (long grain)

Brown rice (dried)

Spaghetti (short cut)

Macaroni (short cut)

Tagliatelle (dried)

Pasta shells (dried)

Omelette

Scrambled

Baked/ Poached

Fried

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: After standing, rinse in boiling water prior to serving.

Place in a single layer in a flan dish.

Cover and cook.

Place in a single layer in a flan dish.

Cover and cook.

7 Minutes

450g (1lb)

7-8 Minutes

450g (1lb)

2-3 Minutes

HIGH 100P

Fish Fillets

Whole Fish & Steaks

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

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

Stand for 1-2 minutes after cooking.

Place on the rack. Turn over halfway through cooking.

Stand for 3 minutes after cooking.

Place on the rack. Turn over halfway through cooking.

Stand for 2 minutes after cooking.

Place on rack. Turn over after 5 minutes.

No standing time required.

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

50 g grated cheese. Grill for remaining time. No standing time required.

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

No standing time required.

Place on rack. Turn over halfway through cooking.

No standing time required.

Place on rack. Turn over halfway through cooking.

No standing time required.

Place on rack. Turn over halfway through cooking.

No standing time required.

Bacon

Beef/Gammon Steak

Fish fingers (frozen)

Toast

Cheese on toast

Tea cakes and muffins

Crumpets

Pitta Bread

Croissants

14 Minutes/

1-6 rashers

16-18 minutes/

1-2 steaks

16 minutes/

1-12 fingers

10 minutes/

1-4 slices

14 minutes/

2 slices

12 minutes/

1-4 halves

14 minutes/

1-4 crumpets

7 minutes/

1-2 pittas

7 minutes/

1-4 croissants

GRILL

MEDIUM

HIGH 70P

MEDIUM

HIGH 70P

MEDIUM

HIGH 70P

MEDIUM

HIGH 70P

MEDIUM

HIGH 70P

MEDIUM

HIGH 70P

MEDIUM

50P

2 Minutes

Nil

30 Seconds

1-2 Minutes 2-3 Minutes

2-3 Minutes

3-4 Minutes 1-2 Minutes

2-3 Minutes

FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING

TIME POWER LEVEL TIME

Soup, Baked beans, Spaghetti, Vegetables (canned)

Bread rolls (med.) Croissants

Christmas pudding

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

Quiche, (cooked, chilled)

Meat pie (cooked, chilled)

Fruit pie (cooked, chilled)

FOOD COOKING METHOD COOKING

TIME MODE

GRILLING CHART

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

3-4 Minutes/small pie

5-6 minutes/large pie