Sharp R-8740M User Manual

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R-8740M

MICROWAVE OVEN WITH TOP & BOTTOM

GRILLS AND CONVECTION

OPERATION MANUAL

900 W (IEC 60705)

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CONTENTS

Oven and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Safety:

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Operation:

Microwaving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Microwave Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Before Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Memory Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Time Reduce Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Manual Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Microwave Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Grilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Preheating the Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Convection Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Dual Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Convenient Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 - 16

Cooking Advice:

Suitable Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 - 18 Food Handling & Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 - 19 Advice for Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Advice for Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Advice for Reheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Cookbook:

Reheating Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 - 24 Cooking Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 - 29 Defrosting Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 - 32

Aftercare:

Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 - 35 To Replace the Mains Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Calling for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 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 [phone] during office hours, or from Ireland [phone].

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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES

1 2 3

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9 10 8 7 6 5

1Control panel

2Oven lamp

3	Grill heating element (top grill)	10
4	Door opening button
5	Waveguide cover (DO NOT REMOVE)	11
6	Oven cavity
7	Turntable motor shaft

8Grill heating element (bottom grill)

9Door seals and sealing surfaces

10Ventilation openings

11Power cord

12Outer cabinet

ACCESSORIES:

Check to make sure the following accessories are provided:

13 Turntable 14 Handle (x1), use to remove turntable from the oven while hot. Place the turntable on to the turntable motor shaft so that it locates firmly.

To avoid turntable damage, ensure dishes and containers are lifted clear of the turntable rim when removing them from the oven.

• Never touch the bottom grill when it is hot.

NOTES:

•Always operate the oven with the turntable 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 approved service facility.

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Turntable motor	Bottom grill
shaft
14

WARNING:

The oven cavity, turntable, dishes and especially the bottom grill will become very hot during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves or the handle provided.

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CONTROLPANEL

	1.	DIGITAL DISPLAY
	2.	INDICATORS:
	1	These indicators will light corresponding with
	2	below symbols
		: Time reduce
	3	: Memory
		: Manual

: Percentage (for microwave power level)

: Lock (showing oven lock is set)

: Cook (showing oven in operation)

3. COOKING MODE indicator lights. These indicator lights will light during each cooking mode.

OPERATION KEYS:

4 4. NUMBER keys for time and memory programming

				5.					START key
					6.				STOP key
					7.				SOUND key
					8.				BOTTOM GRILL key
					9.				TOP GRILL key
					10.				CONVECTION key
									To change the convection temperature
	11.								MICROWAVE key
								5	To change the microwave power setting
								12. MANUAL key
								13. MEMORY key
	14.								TIME REDUCE key

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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 SHARP approved service facility. (see p. 36)

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 necessar y
above the top surface of		19cm
the oven is 19cm.
4. The oven	door may
become	hot during

cooking. Place or mount

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

5.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.

6.Make sure the power supply cord is undamaged (See IMPORTANT: ELECTRICAL CONNECTION! below). Do not allow the power supply cord to run over any hot or sharp surfaces, such as the hot air vent area at the top rear of the oven.

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

8.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 a SHARP approved service facility.

•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.

•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 35.

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 35.

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 - IMPORTANT NOTE

Please note both the Operation Manual and Cookbook supplied specify 900W (IEC 60705) 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 Cookbook instructions.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

To wire an appropriate plug, follow the wiring code given in `To replace the mains plug’ on page 35.

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IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Oven Use:

•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 36).

•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,

CONVECTION and DUAL COOKING modes, unless wearing thick oven gloves, as they will become hot. Before cleaning make sure they are not hot.

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.

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.

MICROWAVING

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 17 - 18).

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MICROWAVEPOWERLEVELS

Your oven has 6 power levels. To choose the power level for cooking, follow the advice given in the recipe section. Generally the following recommendations apply:

100% - (HIGH output = 900W) used for fast cooking or reheating e.g. for casseroles, hot beverages, vegetables etc.

70% - (MEDIUM HIGH output = 630W) 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.

50% - (MEDIUM output = 450W) 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.

30% - (MEDIUM LOW output = 270W 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.

10% - (LOW output = 90W) For gentle defrosting, eg. cream gateaux or pastry.

0% - (0 W, no microwave power) For setting standing time.

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

IMPORTANT: The microwave power level will default to 100% unless you press the MICROWAVE key to the desired setting.

TO CHECK THE POWER LEVEL: To check the microwave power level during cooking, press the MICROWAVE key. As long as your finger is pressing the MICROWAVE key the power level will be displayed. The oven continues to count down although the display will show the power level.

BEFOREOPERATION

• Your oven has a lock function and is locked when you first connect to an electrical socket. At that time the digital display will show:

•Your oven has 10 memory banks, which have been pre-programmed (refer to page 7).

These can be changed, see page 14 for details.

•The programme or check mode is cancelled when any keys are not pressed for more than 3 minutes.

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

• or will appear on the display after cooking is complete. will disappear when the STOP key is pressed. If you press the STOP key twice during cooking appears. If you press the STOP key again the display will return to .

LET THE OVEN COOL DOWN WHILE IS DISPLAYED, TO PREVENT OVERCOOKING.

LOCK FUNCTION

The lock will be set when the oven is plugged in. Only the memory banks and time reduce key can be used. To release the lock function, press the MANUAL key and hold for 5 seconds until the audible signal sounds. The LOCK indicator will disappear and all oven functions can be used.

To lock the oven press the MANUAL key and hold for 5 seconds.

SOUND SETTING

If you wish to operate the oven without sound, press the SOUND key once.

To restore the sound, press the SOUND key again and the signal will sound twice.

STOPPING THE OVEN

If you wish to stop the oven during cooking, press the STOP key once or open the door.

To start the oven again, close the door and press the START key within 1 minute.

•If you wish to cancel a programme during cooking, press the STOP key twice.

•If you wish to erase a mistake during programming, press the STOP key once.

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MEMORY COOKING

•The oven has 10 memory banks (1 - 0) which can store cooking programmes.

•These have been pre-programmed as shown in the chart below.

•The memory banks can be changed individually if required (see page 14).

•Information in these memory banks is not lost during power interruptions. If the power goes off, the oven does not need to be re-programmed.

•To check the stored programmes or reduce factors refer to “memory check” on pages 15 - 16.

MEMORY NO.	COOKING MODE	COOK TIME
1	Microwave 100%	10 sec.
2	Microwave 100%	20 sec.
3	Microwave 100%	30 sec.
4	Microwave 100%	45 sec.
5	Microwave 100%	1 min.
6	Microwave 100%	1 min. 15 sec.
7	Microwave 100%	1 min. 30 sec.
8	Microwave 100%	1 min. 45 sec.
9	Microwave 100%	2 min.
0	Microwave 100%	2 min. 15 sec.

Example: To cook using MEMORY 1 (programmed for 10 seconds at 100%).

1. Press the NUMBER key 1.

The total cooking time will appear and the oven starts automatically.

x1

TIME REDUCECOOKING

When you use the same memory key continuously, the oven may become hot. To prevent food overcooking, it is recommended to use the TIME REDUCE key. This will shorten the total cooking time.

Example: To cook using MEMORY 1 with the TIME REDUCE key.

1. Press the TIME REDUCE key.

2. Press the NUMBER key 1.

The display will count down through the cooking time.

x1

x1

Note: The time reduce factor is preset at 0.9. This can be changed for each memory bank.

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MANUAL COOKING

• To use manual cooking:
1.	Ensure the oven has been released from the LOCK function		MANUAL key
2.	Press the MANUAL key.
3.	Enter cooking time. (for preheating, you can omit this step).
4.	Select desired cooking mode.		START key

5.Press the START key.

•The oven can be programmed for up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds (99.99).

•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 key is pressed.

•The programme is cancelled if the START key is not pressed within 1 minute after the door is closed. (But the programme will not be cancelled when preheat is over or the pause in the sequence in your cooking programme.)

•Before cooking check the suitable utensils on page 17 - 18.

MICROWAVE COOKING

Your oven has 6 preset power levels.

Press MICROWAVE key	x1	x2	x3	x4	x5	x6
Microwave power level	100 %	70 %	50 %	30 %	10 %	0 %

Example: To cook for 2 minutes 30 seconds on 50%.

1. Press the			2. Enter desired cooking time.
MANUAL key.			(All cooking mode indicator
			lights will flash on and off.)

3.Enter the desired power level 50% by pressing the MICROWAVE key 3 times. (MICRO cooking mode indicator light will remain on.)

	x1	x1	x1		x1					x3
4. Press the START key.			The display will count down
			through the cooking time.

x1

Notes:

•If you wish to know the power level during cooking, press the MICROWAVE key. As long as your finger is touching the key the power level will be displayed.

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GRILLING

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

Example: To grill for 5 minutes using the top and bottom grills.

1. Press the			2. Enter desired cooking time.	3. Press the TOP GRILL key, then the
MANUAL key.			(All cooking mode indicator	BOTTOM GRILL key. (TOP and
			lights will flash on and off.)	BOTTOM GRILL cooking mode
				indicator lights will remain on.)

x1		x1	x1		x1			x1	x1
4. Press the START key.			The display will count down
			through the cooking time.

x1

NOTE:

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.

WARNING:

The oven cavity, turntable, dishes and especially the bottom grill will become very hot during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves or the handle provided.

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PREHEATINGTHE OVEN

Your oven can be preheated to a desired temperature prior to oven cooking.

Example: To preheat the oven to 200˚C.

1. Press the			2. Enter the desired temperature 200˚C by
MANUAL key.			pressing the CONVECTION key 4 times.
			(CONVEC cooking mode indicator light
			will come on.)

3. Press the START key.

x1

x4

x1

When the oven reaches 200˚C, the audible signal will sound and the oven will display 200˚C. Place food in the oven, enter the desired cooking time and temperature before pressing the START key.

Notes:

•The preheated temperature will be maintained for approximately 30 minutes before automatically turning off.

If you open and close the oven door during the 30 minutes will appear and the oven will stop keeping the preheated temperature.

•You can check the actual temperature during preheating by pressing the CONVECTION key. The temperature will appear on the display. This will not affect the oven operation.

•If you prefer not to preheat the oven where recommended in the following COOKING CHARTS section (pages 25 - 29), allow extra cooking time.

WARNING:

The oven cavity, turntable, dishes and especially the bottom grill will become very hot during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves or the handle provided.

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