Sharp R-959SLM-AA User Manual

5 (1)

OPERATION MANUAL with COOKBOOK

R-959(SL)M-AA

MICROWAVE OVEN with GRILL and CONVECTION

900W (IEC 60705)

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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:

www.sharp.co.uk/customersupport

Customers without Internet access may telephone:

08705 274277 (9am - 5pm)

(01) 676 0648 (from Ireland)

Attention:Your product is marked with this symbol. It means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.There is a separate collection system for these products.

A.Information on Disposal for Users (private households)

1.In the European Union

Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use the ordinary dust bin!

Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of used electrical and electronic equipment.

Following the implementation by members states private households within the EU states may return their used electrical and electronic equipment to designated collection facilities free of charge*.

In some countries* your local retailer may also take back your old product free of charge if you purchase a similar new one.

*) Please contact your local authority for further details.

If your used electrical or electronic equipment has batteries or accumulators, please dispose of these separately beforehand according to local requirements.

By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure that the waste undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling.

2. In other Countries outside the EU

If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.

For Switzerland: Used electrical or electronic equipment can be returned free of charge to the dealer, even if you don’t purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed on the homepage of www.swico.ch or www.sens.ch.

B.Information on Disposal for Business Users.

1.In the European Union

If the product is used for business purposes and you want to discard it:

Please contact your SHARP dealer who will inform you about the take-back of the product.You might be charged for the costs arising from take-back and recycling. Small products (and small amounts) might be taken back by your local collection facilities.

For Spain: Please contact the established collection system or your local authority for take-back of your used products.

2. In other Countries outside the EU

If you wish to discard of this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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CONTENTS

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

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

SAFETY:

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 6

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 7

OPERATION:

Heating Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 How Your Oven Works. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Before Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Microwave Power Levels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 How to Operate Your Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 - 13 Heating without Food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Grill Cooking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Preheating the Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Convection Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Dual Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 - 19 Express Cook/Express Defrost. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 - 22 Auto Cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 - 25

CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

Sequence Cooking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Auto Minute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Less and More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

To Use With Manual Cooking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Kitchen Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

COOKING ADVICE:

Microwave Cooking Advice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 - 31

Suitable Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Defrosting Advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Reheating Advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

AFTERCARE:

Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 - 37 To Replace the Mains Plug. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Calling for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

COOKBOOK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 - 98 GUARANTEE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

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Shelf runner 1 Shelf runner 2 18

NOTES:

OVEN:

1.Control panel

2.Shelf runners

13. Waveguide cover (DO NOT REMOVE)

24. Coupling

5.Oven cavity

6.Door seals and sealing surfaces

7.Door latches

8.Door opening handle

9.Grill heating element

10. Oven lamp

11. Ventilation openings

1112. Outer cabinet

13. Power cord

12ACCESSORIES:

Check to make sure the following accessories are provided:

14. Turntable

15. Turntable support

16. Low rack

17. High rack

1618. Square tray (x2)

Place the turntable support into the coupling in the centre of the oven floor,TOP side up (TOP is

17engraved on one side).

Place the turntable onto the turntable support.

Use the square tray for convection only. See page 17. When using one square tray, place it at shelf runner 2 as shown in Fig.A.

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

For use of the accessories, refer to the grilling, dual cooking and convection sections on pages 14 to 19.

Never touch the grill when it is hot.

The waveguide cover is fragile. Care should be taken when cleaning inside the oven to ensure that it is not damaged.

After cooking fatty foods without a cover, always clean the cavity and especially the grill heating element thoroughly, these must be dry and free from grease. Built-up grease may overheat and begin to smoke or catch fire.

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 could cause damage to the oven.

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

When you order accessories, please quote both the PART NAME and MODEL NUMBER to your dealer or SHARP approved service facility.The model number is located at the bottom of the control panel.

WARNING:

The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, accessories and dishes will become very hot during operation.To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves.

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DIGITAL DISPLAY INDICATORS:

1.COOK

2.GRILL

3.CONVECTION

4.MICROWAVE

KEYS:

5.TIME

6.GRILL

7.COMBI.

8.EXPRESS COOK

9.EXPRESS DEFROST

10.AUTO COOK

11.LESS/MORE

12.AUTO MINUTE

13.START

14.STOP/CLEAR

15.KITCHENTIMER

16.WEIGHT

17.CONV. (ºC)

18.MICRO. POWER

For use by vulnerable consumers:

Response sounds of the start key and the stop key are different from the others.

Three raised dots are on the start key and a raised dot is on the stop key.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

1. This oven is designed for countertop or built-in use. Do not place the oven in a cabinet. Place or mount the oven so that the bottom of the oven is 85 cm or more above the floor.When the oven is to be built-in, the installation frame EBR-9910 licensed by SHARP must be used. This is available from your dealer. Refer to the frame installation instructions or ask your dealer for the proper instruction procedure. Only the use of this frame will guarantee the safety and quality of the product.

2.The oven rear surface should be placed against the wall.

3.Ensure there is a minimum of free space above the oven of 13 cm.

4.This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;

farm houses;

by clients in hotels, motels and other residential environments;

bed and breakfast type environments.

5.The microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages. Drying of food or clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.

6.This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

7.WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements. Children less than 8 years of age shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.

8.WARNING: Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept away.

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

10.WARNING: 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. Never adjust, repair or modify the oven yourself.

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11.If the power supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by an authorised SHARP service agent in order to avoid a hazard.

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

13.Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container.

14.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.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.

15.Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are suitable for use in the oven. See page 32. Use only microwave safe containers and utensils on microwave modes.

16.The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.

17.When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.

18.If smoke is emitted, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.

19.The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.

20.Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.

21.Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.

22.Steam cleaner is not to be used.

23. See instructions for cleaning door seals, cavities and adjacent parts on page 35.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Oven Use:

The oven is for domestic food use only.

Never operate when empty, except as directed in the ‘Heating without food’ section on page 14.

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 the oven off immediately, unplug it and call a SHARP approved service facility. (See page 38).

Never move the oven while it is operating. Pacemaker: If you have a heart pacemaker, consult your doctor or the pacemaker manufacturer prior to oven use.

WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode. 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 for at least 20 seconds in the oven after cooking.

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. 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, until it has been repaired by a SHARP trained engineer.

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INSTALLATION

1.Remove all packing materials including the feature sticker (if applicable). The waveguide cover prevents food and grease from entering the waveguide area where it could cause damage. DO NOT REMOVE THEWAVEGUIDE COVER.

2.The oven door will become hot during cooking. Place or mount the oven so that the bottom of the oven is 85cm or more above the floor. Ensure the surface or mounting position is 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

13cm

necessary above the

 

top surface of the

 

oven is 13cm.The

 

oven rear surface

 

should be placed against the wall.

 

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. Do not place objects on top of the oven.

5.Make sure the power supply cord is undamaged (See “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.

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

7.Do not use the oven outdoors.

BUILDING-IN-KIT.

This oven is designed for counter top or built-in use. Do not place the oven in a cabinet.

An installation frame is available which enables the microwave oven to be integrated within a kitchen unit.

The microwave oven is not designed to be built above or near a conventional oven.

SHARP recommend the use of the build in kit EBR9910 available from your SHARP dealer. Only the use of this frame will guarantee the quality and safety of the oven.

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 power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Sharp approved service facility or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.

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

If the plug fitted to your oven is a rewireable type and in the event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug supplied, remove the plug properly (do not cut off).

If the plug fitted to your oven is a non-rewirable type and in the event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug supplied, cut-off the mains plug.

Refit with a suitable type, observing the wiring code given in ‘To replace the mains plug’ on page 38.

WARNING:THISAPPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

To wire an appropriate plug, follow the wiring code given in ‘To replace the mains plug’ on page 38.

IMPORTANT!

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.

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HEATING CATEGORY

Microwave output power i n Wa t t s ( b a s e d o n international (IEC 60705) standard).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Letter

representing the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

oven heating category.

Microwave Symbol.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OVEN

Less heating time required

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

600

 

 

700

800

900

1000 Watts

OUTPUT

 

 

POWER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

More heating time required

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OVEN

Less heating time required

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A

 

 

B

C

D E

OUTPUT

 

 

CATEGORY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

More heating time required

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

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

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HOWYOUR OVEN WORKS

Microwaves are energy waves, similar to those used for TV and radio signals.

Electrical energy is converted into microwave energy, which is directed into the oven cavity via a waveguide. To prevent food and grease entering the wave guide it is protected by the waveguide cover.

Microwaves cannot pass through metal, because of this the oven cavity is made of metal and there is a fine metal mesh on the door. During cooking the microwaves bounce off the sides of the oven cavity at random.

Microwaves will pass through certain materials, such as glass and plastic, to heat the food. (See ‘Suitable Cookware’ on page 32).

Water, sugar and fat in food absorb microwaves which cause them to vibrate. This creates heat by friction, in the same way your hands get warm when you rub them together.

The outer areas of the food are heated by the microwave energy, then the heat moves to the centre by conduction, as it does in conventional cooking. It is important to turn, rearrange or stir food to ensure even heating.

Once cooking is complete, the oven automatically stops producing microwaves.

Standing time is necessary after cooking, as it enables the heat to disperse equally throughout the food.

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BEFORE OPERATION

Your oven-has an energy save mode.

1.Plug in the oven. Nothing will appear on the display at this time.

2.Open the door. The oven lamp will light while the door is open. The display will flash the message shown.

3.Close the door.The display will show “ . 0”.

NOTES: If you do not operate the oven for 3 minutes or more (e.g. after closing the door, pressing the STOP/CLEAR key, or at the end of cooking), you will not be able to operate the oven until you open and close the oven door.Whilst in Energy Save Mode the display is blank.

When new, the very first time the grill and convection are used, smoke and odour will be given off.

To avoid this happening when food is being cooked, heat the oven without food for approx. 20 minutes.

(Please refer to “Heating without food” on page 14.)

2.

3.

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MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS

Power Level

Press the

Percentage

 

MICRO.

 

 

POWER key

 

 

 

 

HIGH

x 1

100%

 

 

 

MEDIUM HIGH

x 2

70%

 

 

 

MEDIUM

x 3

50%

 

 

 

MEDIUM LOW

x 4

30%

(Defrost)

 

 

 

 

 

LOW

x 5

10%

(Defrost)

 

 

 

 

 

 

x 6

0%

 

 

 

MICROWAVE

POWER KEY

Your oven has 6 power levels, as shown opposite.

To change the power level for cooking, enter the cooking time and then press the MICRO. POWER key.

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 cook at 100% unless you press the MICRO. POWER key to the desired setting.

Check the power level:

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

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HOWTO OPERATEYOUR OVEN

Opening and closing the door:

To open the oven door, pull the door opening handle.

Starting the oven:

Press the START key.

Stopping the oven:

If you want to stop the oven during cooking, press the

STOP/CLEAR key once or open the oven door.

If you want to cancel the cooking programme, press the

STOP/CLEAR key twice.

Your oven enables you to cook and defrost food using the automatic programmes, or to cook and defrost food manually.

Automatic cooking and defrosting allows you to cook and defrost using preset programmes where the timings have been calculated for you, e.g

Express Cook and Express Defrost.

Manual cooking and defrosting allows you to cook/ defrost foods and weights which are not included in the automatic programmes.

The following are examples of manual cooking and defrosting.

For automatic cooking and defrosting refer to pages 20 - 25.

MANUAL COOKING

Enter the cooking time.

Select the cooking mode; MICROWAVE, GRILL, CONVECTION, DUAL GRILL and DUAL CONVECTION can be selected.

Stir or turn the food, where possible, 2 - 3 times during cooking, if required.

After cooking, cover the food and leave to stand, if required.

Refer to the cooking charts in the cookbook section, pages 41 - 47.

Example:

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

1. Enter the cooking time by pressing the 1 MIN. key twice, then the 10 SEC. key three times.

x2

x3

2.Input the power level by pressing the MICRO. POWER key twice.

x2

3. Press the START key once to start cooking.

x1

The display will count down through the cooking time.

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HOW TO OPERATEYOUR OVEN

MANUAL DEFROSTING

Enter the defrosting time and use microwave power levels 10% or 30% to defrost (refer to page 11).

Stir or turn the food, where possible, 2 - 3 times during defrosting.

After defrosting, cover the food in foil and leave to stand until thoroughly defrosted.

Refer to the defrosting charts in the cookbook section, page 40

NOTES FOR MANUAL COOKING AND DEFROSTING:

When the oven starts, the oven lamp will light and the turntable will rotate clockwise or anti-clockwise.

Your oven can be programmed up to 99 minutes, 90 seconds (99.90).

NOTE: If you cook food for more than the standard time (see chart on page 36) using the same cooking mode, the oven’s safety mechanisms automatically activate.The microwave power level will be reduced.

If the door is opened during cooking/defrosting to stir or turn over food, the cooking time on the display stops automatically.The cooking/defrosting time starts to count down again when the door is closed and the START key is pressed.

When cooking/defrosting is complete, “.0” will reappear on the display.

If you want to know the power level during cooking, press the MICRO. POWER key.

As long as your finger is touching the key, the power level will be displayed.

Example:

To defrost for 10 minutes on 30% microwave power.

1.Enter the defrosting time by pressing the 10 MIN. key once.

x1

2.Input the power level by pressing the MICRO. POWER key 4 times.

x4

3. Press the START key once to start defrosting.

x1

The display will count down through the defrosting time.

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HEATING WITHOUT FOOD

You may detect smoke or a burning smell when using the grill and convection for the first time. This is normal and not a sign that the oven is out of order.

To avoid this problem, when first using the oven, heat the oven without food for 20 minutes on grill and then at convection 250ºC.

IMPORTANT: During operation, to allow smoke or smells to disperse open a window or switch the kitchen ventilation on. Make sure there is no food in the oven.

1.Enter the required heating time by pressing the 10 MIN. key twice.

x2

2. Select GRILL or CONVECTION once.

x1

OR

x1

3.Press the START key once to start the operation.

x1

The display will count down

When the oven has finished the operation, open the door to cool the oven cavity.

WARNING:

The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, and accessories will become very hot during operation. Take care to avoid burns when cooling the oven down after operation.

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GRILL COOKING

The grill at the top of the oven cavity has one power setting only. The grill is assisted by the turntable which rotates simultaneously to ensure even browning.

Use the racks for grilling small items of food such as bacon, gammon and teacakes, turn over halfway through grilling.

Food can be placed either directly onto the racks, or into a flan dish/heat-resistant plate on the racks.

NOTES:

It is not necessary to preheat the grill before cooking.

Follow the recommended grilling times and procedures in the charts on page 46 in the cookbook section.

When browning foods in a deep container, place on the turntable or low rack.

The square trays are not suitable for grill cooking.

After cooking is complete and opening the door, the cooling fan will continue working for a short time to lower the temperature of the electrical and mechanical parts. The display may show “NOW COOLING”.

Example:

To grill for 20 minutes, using GRILL.

1. Enter the grilling time by pressing the

10 MIN. key twice.

x2

2.Select GRILL by pressing the GRILL key once.

x1

3. Press the START key once to start grilling.

x1

The display will count down through the grilling time.

WARNING:

The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, accessories and dishes will become very hot during operation.To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves.

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PREHEATING THE OVEN

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

NOTES:

When the oven is preheating, the turntable should be in the oven.

W h e n t h e ove n re a c h e s t h e d e s i re d temperature, the audible signal will sound and the temperature will be displayed in ºC.

Do not press the STOP/CLEAR key after opening and closing the door, as this will cancel the Convection mode.

• T h e p re h e a t e d t e m p e r a t u re w i l l b e maintained for approximately 30 minutes. After this time, preheat will be cancelled.

During preheating and convection cooking, you will hear the cooling fan cycling on and off. This is completely normal and will not affect the cooking.

You can check the actual temperature during preheating by pressing the CONV. (ºC) 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 cookbook section, allow extra cooking time.

Temperature measurements taken whilst the oven is in convection mode will differ from the displayed level. This will not affect the cooking results as long as the operation manual and cookbook section are followed correctly.

Example:

To preheat the oven to 180ºC.

1.Enter the temperature by pressing the CONV. (ºC) key 6 times.

x6

2.Press the START key once to start preheating.

x1

3.When the oven reaches 180ºC, the audible signal will sound and the oven will display 180ºC. Place food in the oven, enter the desired cooking time and press the START key.

WARNING:

The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, accessories and dishes will become very hot during operation.To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves.

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Shelf runners

CONVECTION COOKING

The temperatures available in ºC are:

250ºC, 230ºC, 220ºC, 200ºC, 190ºC,

180ºC, 160ºC, 130ºC, 100ºC, 40ºC.

Convection cooking is ideal for cooking cakes, buns, biscuits, scones and for proving bread at 40˚C.

To achieve the best results when cooking by CONVECTION:

Use the lower shelf for one layer cooking unless food manufacturer’s instructions differ.

Use the lower and upper shelves for two layer cooking.

Rotate the square tray or the cookware on it 180 degrees after half the cooking time.

The turntable should be in the oven when using the square trays.

Although this product is a conventional convection oven, consideration has to be given to the smaller size and power of the product in comparison to a standard kitchen oven, so the final result may vary.

When cooking chilled or frozen foods on CONVECTION mode, allowance must be given to heat loss after the preheat cycle due to the insertion of the food.

NOTES:

When the oven is preheating, the turntable should be in the oven.

When using the CONV. (ºC) key, all metal cookware can be used. (See ‘Suitable Cookware’ on page 32).

Follow convection times and procedures in the charts and recipes in the cookbook section.

Food manufacturers instructions are only a guideline, so cooking times may need to be adjusted.

Pressing the CONV. (ºC) key during cooking will display the programmed temperature. This will not affect the programme or cooking time.

Always check the food is piping hot before consuming.

After cooking is complete and opening the door, the cooling fan will continue working for a short time to lower the temperature of the electrical and mechanical parts. The display may show “NOW COOLING”.

Heat generated by the oven during convection cooking may cause the backplate of the oven to discolour. This is completely normal and will not affect the performance of the oven.

Example:

To cook for 20 minutes at 200ºC convection.

1.Enter the cooking time by pressing the 10 MIN. key twice.

x2

2.Input the temperature by pressing the CONV. (ºC) key 4 times.

x4

3. Press the START key once to start cooking.

x1

The display will count down through the cooking time.

NOTE FOR USING SQUARE TRAYS:

When using the square trays follow the notes below to prevent them slipping out:

• The correct position for the square trays is 1 and 2, as shown in the diagram.

2

1

WARNING:

The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, accessories and dishes will become very hot during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves.

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DUAL COOKING

Dual Cook combines microwave power with convection or the grill.

The combination of microwave power with convection or the grill reduces cooking time and provides a crisp, brown finish.

There are two Dual Cook modes:

1.Dual Convection - Convection with microwave.

2.Dual Grill - Grill with microwave.

To select the Dual Cook mode required, enter the cooking time and follow the table below.

Dual Cook Mode

Press COMBI. key

DUAL CONVECTION

(Convection and Once

Microwave*)

DUAL GRILL

Twice

(Top and Microwave*)

NOTES:

Dual Cook is preset with 30% microwave power. If you wish to change the microwave power level, press the MICRO. POWER key until the desired power level is shown on the display.

*You can select power levels 10%, 30%, 50% and 70% for DUAL CONVECTION.

*You can select power levels 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 100% for DUAL GRILL.

DUAL CONVECTION is preset with 250ºC convection.To adjust the convection temperature, press the CONV. ºC key.

WARNING:

The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, accessories and dishes will become very hot during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves.

Example for Microwave and Convection:

To cook for 20 minutes using Dual Convection, 230ºC, 10% microwave power.

1.Enter the cooking time by pressing the 10 MIN. key twice

x2

2.Select Dual Convection by pressing the COMBI. key once.

x1

3.Change the temperature by pressing the CONV. ºC key once.

x1

4.Change the power level by pressing the MICRO. POWER key once.

x1

5. Press the START key once to start cooking.

x1

The display will count down through the cooking time.

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DUAL COOKING

Example for Microwave and Grill:

To cook for 15 minutes using Dual Grill, 50% microwave power.

1.Enter the cooking time by pressing the 10 MIN. key once and the 1 MIN. key 5 times.

x1

x5

2.Select Dual Grill by pressing the COMBI. key twice.

x2

3.Change the power level by pressing the MICRO. POWER key 4 times.

x4

4. Press the START key once to start cooking.

x1

The display will count down through the cooking time.

NOTES:

For DUAL GRILL it is not necessary to preheat the grill.

Use the high rack and low rack for Dual Cooking (refer to the cooking charts on pages 39 - 98 in the cookbook section.)

The square trays are not suitable for Dual Cooking.

Follow the recommended dual cooking times and procedures in the charts on pages 43 - 46 in the cookbook section.

When browning foods in a deep container, place on the turntable or low rack.

Temperature measurements taken whilst the oven is in convection mode will differ from the displayed level. This will not affect the cooking results as long as the operation manual and cookbook section are followed correctly.

After cooking is complete and opening the door, the cooling fan will continue working for a short time to lower the temperature of the electrical and mechanical parts. The display may show “NOW COOLING”.

WARNING:

The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, accessories and dishes will become very hot during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves.

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Sharp R-959SLM-AA User Manual

EXPRESS COOK / EXPRESS DEFROST

EXPRESS COOK enables you to cook 3 popular menus from frozen or chilled. Please refer to the chart on page 21

EXPRESS DEFROST enables you to defrost 3 popular menus. Please refer to the chart on page 22.

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

EXPRESS COOK Example:

To cook 0.6kg of Roast Beef from frozen.

1.Press the ROAST BEEF/LAMB key once to select cooking from frozen.

x1

2.Enter the weight by pressing the WEIGHT UP key once.

x1

3. Press the START key once to start cooking.

x1

The display will count down through the cooking time.

EXPRESS DEFROST Example:

To defrost 1.2kg of Chicken portions.

1.Press the CHICKEN PORTIONS key once.

x1

2.Enter the weight by pressing the WEIGHT DOWN key once.

x1

3. Press the START key once to start cooking.

x1

The display will count down through the cooking time.

NOTES:

If the DOWN ( ▼ ) WEIGHT key is pressed the display will count down from the highest weight range, each time the key is pressed.

If the UP ( ▲ ) WEIGHT key is pressed the display will count up from the lowest weight range, each time the key is pressed.

You can enter the weight by holding down or pressing the WEIGHT keys until the desired weight is displayed.

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EXPRESS COOK / EXPRESS DEFROST

MENU

WEIGHT RANGE

 

COOKING PROCEDURE

 

 

 

 

Roast Beef/Lamb

0.6kg - 1.8kg

Place meat in a flan dish on the low rack.

 

 

• Turn meat over when the audible signal sounds.

 

 

After cooking, leave meat to stand wrapped in

 

 

 

aluminium foil for 10 minutes.

x1: Frozen

 

NOTE: Select MORE for well done.

x2: Chilled

 

It is not possible to use the LESS key for beef/lamb.

 

 

 

 

Roast Pork

0.6kg - 1.8kg

Place meat in a flan dish on the low rack.

 

 

• Turn meat over when the audible signal sounds.

 

 

After cooking, leave meat to stand wrapped in

 

 

 

aluminium foil for 10 minutes.

x1: Frozen

 

NOTE: It is not possible to use the LESS key for pork.

x2: Chilled

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roast Poultry

1.2kg - 3.6kg

Pierce skin (chilled only) a few times and place poultry,

 

 

 

breast side down, in a flan dish on the low rack.

 

 

• Turn poultry over when the audible signal sounds.

 

 

 

When cooking frozen poultry with giblets, remove the

x1: Frozen

 

 

giblets at first or second turn over.

x2: Chilled

 

• After cooking, leave poultry to stand wrapped in

 

 

 

aluminium foil for 10 minutes.

 

 

NOTE: It is not possible to use the LESS key for poultry

 

 

This menu is only suitable for cooking whole poultry.

 

 

 

 

Chilled foods are cooked from 5ºC.

Frozen foods are cooked from -18ºC.

For converting to Lb/oz see the conversion chart on page 39.

WARNING:

The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, accessories and dishes will become very hot during operation.To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves.

NOTES FOR EXPRESS COOK / EXPRESS DEFROST:

Press the MORE or LESS keys before pressing the START key as instructed in the chart above.

When action is required (example, to turn food over), the oven stops, the audible signals sound and instructions will appear on the display.To continue cooking, press the START key.

The final food temperature will vary according to the initial food temperature. Check food is thoroughly heated after cooking. If necessary, you can extend the cooking time manually.

All menus on EXPRESS COOK use a combination of microwave power and convection.

The square trays are not suitable for EXPRESS COOK/EXPRESS DEFROST.

Before freezing foods, ensure food is fresh and of good quality.

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EXPRESS COOK / EXPRESS DEFROST

EXPRESS DEFROST CHART

MENU

WEIGHT RANGE

 

COOKING PROCEDURE

 

 

 

 

Chicken Portions

0.3kg - 1.2kg

Place portions, best side-up, in a flan dish on the

 

Approx. weight of

 

turntable.

 

turntable.

Turn portions over when the audible signal sounds.

 

each portion:

Stand, wrapped in foil, for 15 - 30 minutes until

 

leg portions = 300g

 

thoroughly defrosted.

 

breast with wing

 

 

 

portions = 400g

 

 

 

 

 

 

Steaks/Chops

0.2kg - 1.2kg

Place steaks/chops in a flan dish on the turntable.

 

 

Turn over and rearrange when the audible signal

 

 

 

sounds.

 

 

• Stand, wrapped in foil, for 15 - 30 minutes until

 

 

 

thoroughly defrosted.

 

 

 

 

Minced Meat

0.2kg - 1.0kg

Place minced meat in a flan dish on the turntable.

Beef/Lamb/Pork

 

Turn over and remove any defrosted parts when the

 

 

 

audible signal sounds.

 

 

• Stand (if required), wrapped in foil, for 15 - 30 minutes

 

 

 

until thoroughly defrosted.

 

 

 

 

Frozen foods are defrosted from -18ºC.

For converting to Lb/oz see the conversion chart on page 39.

NOTES FOR EXPRESS DEFROST:

• If necessary, shield small areas of meat or poultry with flat pieces of aluminium foil. This will prevent the areas from becoming warm during defrosting. Ensure the foil does not touch the oven walls.

Do not cook the meat or poultry until thoroughly defrosted.

Do not use the racks or square trays for defrosting.

WEIGHT RANGE FOR EXPRESS COOK / EXPRESS DEFROST:

Weigh all meat and poultry prior to cooking/defrosting as the labelled weight is only approximate.

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

You are restricted to cook/defrost a weight within the range given in the charts.

To cook/defrost weights or foods not included in these charts, please refer to the charts in the cookbook section.

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AUTOCOOK

AUTOCOOK enables you to cook the foods listed on the control panel.

For cooking instructions please refer to the charts on pages 24 - 25.

Press the AUTOCOOK key until the number corresponding to the food listed on the control panel, appears in the display.

Follow the example opposite for more details on how to operate this function.

NOTES:

If the DOWN ( ▼ ) WEIGHT key is pressed the display will count down from the highest weight range, each time the key is pressed.

If the UP ( ▲ ) WEIGHT key is pressed the display will count up from the lowest weight range, each time the key is pressed.

You can enter the weight by holding down or pressing the WEIGHT keys until the desired weight is displayed.

You can select the menu by holding down or pressing the AUTOCOOK key until the desired menu is displayed.

Example:

To cook 0.3kg of Oven Chips (AUTOCOOK 5).

1.Select the menu required by pressing the AUTOCOOK key 5 times.

x5

2.Enter the weight by pressing the WEIGHT UP key 3 times.

x3

3. Press the START key once to start cooking.

x1

The display will count down through the cooking time.

WARNING:

The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, accessories and dishes will become very hot during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves.

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AUTOCOOK

AUTOCOOK CHART

MENU

WEIGHT RANGE

 

COOKING PROCEDURE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTOCOOK 1

0.30kg - 0.80kg

See and follow the IMPORTANT NOTE FOR READY

Chilled Ready

 

 

MEALS on page 25.

Meals

 

• For one section containers use

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stirrable:

 

 

a skewer to pierce film in 5 places.

 

 

 

 

e.g. Spaghetti

 

• For two section containers,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

bolognese,

 

 

pierce using a skewer.

 

 

 

 

Beef stew

 

 

Pierce meat/main section 3 times

Non-stirrable:

 

 

and rice/pasta section twice.

e.g. Lasagne,

 

For food contained in bag(s), pierce 5 times on one

Cottage pie

 

 

side. Cook pierced side-up.

 

 

Where bags come already perforated, do not pierce.

AUTOCOOK 2

0.30kg - 0.80kg

• Place on the turntable.

Frozen Ready

 

 

Stir, if possible, when the audible signal sounds.

Meals

 

 

After cooking, leave to stand for 2 minutes before

Stirrable:

 

 

 

serving.

e.g. Spaghetti

 

 

 

NOTES:

bolognese,

 

 

For stirrable foods, including food in bags, stir or

Beef stew

 

 

 

manipulate contents when the audible signal sounds.

Non-stirrable:

 

 

 

For non-stirrable foods, press the MORE key.

e.g. Lasagne,

 

 

 

(It is not necessary to stir.)

Cottage pie

 

 

 

• It is not possible to use the LESS key for these menus.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTOCOOK 3

0.1kg - 0.4kg

Place the food in a flan dish on the high rack.

Crispy Crumb

 

• Turn the food over when the audible signal sounds.

Foods

 

After cooking, leave to stand for 2 minutes before

Chilled & Frozen

 

 

serving.

e.g. Fish fingers,

 

NOTE:

Chicken nuggets,

 

For Frozen Crispy Crumb foods use the MORE key.

Chicken escalopes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTOCOOK 4

0.2kg - 0.8kg

Place the pizza directly on to the low rack.

Oven Ready Pizza

 

NOTES:

 

 

• For Frozen Pizza use the MORE key.

 

 

• For very thin pizza use the LESS key.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTOCOOK 5

0.1kg - 0.4kg

Place the chips in a flan dish on the high rack.

Oven Chips

 

• Turn the chips over when the audible signal sounds.

Frozen

 

NOTES:

 

 

• For thin oven chips use the LESS key.

 

 

• For thick oven chips use the MORE key.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTOCOOK 6

1 - 6 potatoes (pieces)

Pierce each potato in several places and place towards

Baked Potatoes

1 potato = approx. 250g

 

the edge of the turntable.

 

 

• Turn food over when the audible signal sounds.

 

 

After cooking, leave to stand wrapped in aluminium

 

 

 

foil for 2 - 3 minutes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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AUTOCOOK

AUTOCOOK CHART

MENU

WEIGHT RANGE

 

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS

 

 

 

 

AUTOCOOK 7

0.1kg - 0.3kg

Place rice/pasta in an appropriate sized bowl.

Rice/Pasta

 

Add 300ml (1/2 pint) of boiling water per 100g rice/pasta.

 

 

Do not cover.

 

 

• Place in the centre of the turntable.

 

 

• Stir when the audible signal sounds.

 

 

• After cooking, stir and stand for 2 minutes before

 

 

 

draining and rinsing in boiling water.

 

 

 

 

AUTOCOOK 8

0.8kg - 1.4kg

Carefully follow the chosen recipe in the cookbook

Cake

 

 

section.

 

 

• Place the cake in the oven on the low rack.

 

 

NOTE:

 

 

• Cakes recommended from the cookbook section:

 

 

 

Moist Carrot Cake (approx 1.1kg)

 

 

 

Parkin (approx 1.4kg)

 

 

 

Chocolate Brownies (approx 1.3kg)

 

 

 

Lattice Cake (approx 0.8kg)

 

 

 

Cherry and Almond Cake (approx 0.9kg)

 

 

Do not use metal cooking utensils.

 

 

 

 

Chilled foods are cooked from 5ºC.

Frozen foods are cooked from -18ºC.

For converting to Lb/oz see the conversion chart on page 39.

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR READY MEALS:

These menus are suitable for savoury microwave ready meals only.

Always check food is thoroughly heated before serving, if necessary increase cooking time, using 70% microwave power level and check the food every minute.

Remove outer cardboard packaging as instructed by the manufacturer.

If the food container is made of aluminium foil, remove the food and place in suitable container, cover with

microwave cling film and pierce in 5 places before heating. (See ‘Suitable Cookware’ on page 32).

• If the container is covered with aluminium foil, remove foil, re-cover with microwave cling film and pierce 5 times.

NOTES:

Press the MORE or LESS keys before pressing the START key as instructed in the chart.

When action is required (example, to turn food over), the oven stops, the audible signal sounds and

instructions will appear on the display.To continue cooking, press the START key.

The final food temperature will vary according to the initial food temperature. Check food is thoroughly heated after cooking. If necessary, you can extend the cooking time manually.

AUTOCOOK menus (except AC-1, AC-2 and AC-7) use a combination of microwave power and grill or convection.

The square trays are not suitable for AUTOCOOK.

WEIGHT RANGE:

Weigh all foods prior to cooking as the labelled weight is only approximate.

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

Ready Meals,AC-1 & AC-2, should be rounded up to the nearest 0.05kg, for example, 0.34kg to 0.35kg.

You are restricted to cook a weight within the range given in the charts.

To cook weights or foods not included in the chart, please refer to the charts in the cookbook section.

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CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

1. SEQUENCE COOKING

This function allows you to cook using up to 4 different stages which can include Microwave, Grill, Convection or Dual Cooking.

Once programmed there is no need to interfere with the cooking operation as the oven will automatically move onto the next stage.

Example:

 

To cook for:

 

5 minutes on 70% microwave power

(Stage 1)

6 minutes on Grill

(Stage 2)

3 minutes on Dual-1, 200ºC,

 

30% microwave power

(Stage 3)

STAGE 1

1.Enter the cooking time by pressing the 1 MIN. key 5 times.

x5

2.Input the power level by pressing the MICRO. POWER key twice.

x2

STAGE 2

3.Enter the cooking time by pressing the 1 MIN. key 6 times.

x6

4. Select Grill by pressing the GRILL key once.

x1

STAGE 3

5.Enter the cooking time by pressing the 1 MIN. key 3 times.

x3

6.Select Dual-1 by pressing the COMBI. key once, then change the convection temperature by pressing the CONV. ºC key 3 times.

x1

x3

7. Press the START key once to start cooking.

x1

NOTE: If 100% is required on the final stage, it is not necessary to input the power level.

2. AUTO MINUTE

AUTO MINUTE enables you:

To cook on 100% microwave power in multiples of 1 minute. (direct start)

To extend cooking time during manual cooking in multiples of 1 minute.

NOTE:

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

The overall time can be extended to a maximum of 99 minutes.

Example: To cook for 2 minutes, press the START key twice.

x2

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CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

3. LESS AND MORE

The LESS ( ) and MORE ( ) keys enable you to:

Cook/defrost food for less or more time than the automatic programmes.

Decrease or increase cooking/defrosting time whilst the oven is in use (manual cooking only).

TO USE WITH AUTOMATIC

PROGRAMMES:

EXPRESS COOK / EXPRESS DEFROST / AUTOCOOK

Press the LESS ( ) / MORE ( ) key before pressing the START key.

Example:

If you prefer Baked Potatoes which are cooked, but still firm, use the LESS ( ) key.

Alternatively, if you prefer Baked Potatoes softer, use the MORE ( ) key.

NOTES:

If you select MORE the display will show, ( ). If you select LESS, the display will show, ( ).

Some menus cannot use the LESS function.

If you select LESS for them, then press the START key, will be displayed.

To cancel LESS / MORE, press the same key again.

To change MORE to LESS, press the LESS ( ) key.

To change LESS to MORE, press the MORE ( ) key.

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CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

TO USE WITH MANUAL COOKING:

Example:

To cook for 10 minutes on 50% microwave power and then decrease the cooking time by 2 minutes.

1.Enter the cooking time by pressing the 10 MIN. key once.

x1

2.Input the power level by pressing the MICRO. POWER key 3 times.

x3

3. Press the START key once to start cooking.

x1

4.Reduce the cooking time by pressing the LESS key twice.

x2

The cooking time is reduced by 2 minutes and continues to count down.

NOTES:

The cooking/defrosting time will increase/ decrease in multiples of 1 minute.

The overall time can be extended to a maximum of 99 minutes.

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