Owner’s Manual Microwave Oven Household Use Only Model No. NN-SN97HS NN-SN77HS Scan this code for special instructions and features. PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT, AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE. To register your product and for all other assistance, please contact us via the web at: http://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S.A Only) For microwave oven safety reference, please visit the FDA’s web page at: http://www.fda.
CONTENTS Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................................................... 3-5 Installation and Grounding Instructions ........................................................................................................................................ 5-6 Food Preparation ............................................................................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) 10. DO NOT allow children to use this appliance, unless closely supervised by an adult. DO NOT assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he/she can cook everything. 11. DO NOT operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. 12. DO NOT immerse cord or plug in water. 13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. 14. DO NOT let cord hang over edge of a table or counter. 15.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) 2. DO NOT operate the oven without the Glass Tray fully engaged on the drive hub. Improper cooking or damage to the oven could result. Verify that the Glass Tray is properly engaged and rotating by observing its rotation when you press Start. Note: The Glass Tray can turn in either direction. 3. DO NOT dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven, or use newspaper or paper bags for cooking. 4. DO NOT hit or strike Control Panel.
Installation and Grounding Instructions (continued) may trip. The oven must be plugged into at least a 20 A, 120 V, 60 Hz GROUNDED OUTLET. Where a standard two-prong outlet is encountered, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the consumer to have it replaced with a properly grounded threeprong outlet. The VOLTAGE used must be the same as specified on this microwave oven (120 V, 60 Hz). Using a higher voltage is dangerous and may result in a fire or oven damage.
Food Preparation (continued) 3) DEEP FAT FRYING • DO NOT deep fat fry in your microwave oven. Cooking oils may burst into flames and may cause damage to the oven and may result in burns. Microwave utensils may not withstand the temperature of the hot oil, and can shatter or melt. 8) THERMOMETERS • DO NOT use a conventional meat thermometer in your oven. Arcing may occur. Microwave safe thermometers are available for both meat and candy.
Cookware Guide This section answers the question, “Can I use in the Microwave?” Aluminum Foil Glass Jars It is not recommended to use. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven wall or door and cause damage to your oven. No. Most glass jars are not heat resistant. Browning Dish Yes. Only use browning dishes that are designed for microwave cooking. Check browning dish information for instructions/heating chart. Do not preheat for more than six minutes.
Location of Controls 16 4 12 6 10 2 1 14 18 9 15 17 19 20 22 21 24 23 25 5 11 13 3 26 6 7 27 28 29 30 8 * The control panels of NN-SN97HS/NN-SN77HS have same key layout.
Operation Using the Microwave for the First Time 1 Setting the Clock Setting the Child Safety Lock 4 1 1 Press Stop/Reset to confirm; a colon (:) will appear in the display window. With the oven NOT cooking, press Clock Set once; the colon will blink. Enter time of day using the Number pads. Display Window Plug into a properly grounded electrical outlet. 2 NOTES: These choices can be selected only when you plug-in the oven.
Operation Cooking Setting the Timer 1 1 3 Caution: If oven lamp is lit while using the timer feature with door closed, the oven is NOT set properly; STOP OVEN IMMEDIATELY and re-read instructions. This feature allows you to program the oven as a kitchen timer. Press Cooking Timer once. If cooking at high power (10), skip to step 2. Press Power Level Press Start; the cooking will until the desired power level appears in the display. P10 is the start and the time will count down in the display.
Operation (continued) Setting a Standing Time Setting a Delayed Start 1 1 Some recipes call for a standing time after cooking. To do this, repeat steps 1 and 2 in the Cooking section on previous page. Then press Cooking Timer . The start time can be delayed to start cooking at a later time. To do this, first press Cooking Timer. 4 2 2 Set Cooking Time using the Number pads (see previous page for maximum times). 5 Set desired amount of stand time using Number pads (up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds).
Operation (continued) Quick 30 Keep Warm (Set or add cooking time in 30 seconds increments) (Will keep food warm for up to 30 minutes after cooking) Popcorn (Example: To pop 3.5 oz (99 g). of popcorn) 1 1 1 Press Keep Warm. 2 Press Quick 30 until the desired cooking time (up to 5 minutes) appears in the display. Power Level is pre-set at P10. Press Popcorn until the desired size appears in the display. Once for 3.5 oz (99 g), twice for 2.75 oz (78 g), or three times for 1.5 oz (42 g).
Operation (continued) Coffee/Milk (Example: To reheat 2 cup coffee.) 1 2 3 Press Coffee/Milk until the desired menu appears in the display window. If desired, press More/Less to add or subtracts cooking time. Press Start. Reheat will start. The time in the display window will count down.
Operation (continued) Inverter Turbo Defrost 1 Conversion Defrosting Tips & Techniques Follow the chart to convert ounces or hundredths of a pound into tenths of a pound. To use Inverter Turbo Defrost, enter the weight of the food in pounds (1.0) and tenths of a pound (0.1). If a piece of meat weighs 1.95 lbs or 1 lb 14 oz, enter 1.9 lbs. Preparation For Freezing: 1. Freeze meats, poultry, and fish in packages with only one or two layers of food. Place wax paper between layers. 2.
Operation (continued) Sensor Reheat 1 Sensor Cook NOTES: 1. After having used the Sensor Reheat feature a few times, you may decide you would prefer your food cooked to a different doneness – that is why you would utilize the More/Less pads. 2. When steam is detected by the Genius Sensor and two beeps sound, the remaining cooking time will appear in the display. Press Sensor Reheat once. “1“ will appears in the display window.
Operation (continued) Sensor Cook Chart See the chart below for Sensor Cook categories. Recipe 1. Sensor Reheat 2. Oatmeal 3. Breakfast Sausage 4. Omelet 5. Quinoa 6. Soup 7. Frozen Entrées 8. Frozen Pizza (single) 9. Potatoes 10. Fresh Vegetables 11. Frozen Vegetables 12. Rice 13. Frozen Dinners Serving/Weight Hints 4 - 16 oz. (110 - 450 g) All foods, such as casseroles, plated dinners, soups, stews, pasta dishes (except lasagne) and canned foods, must be pre-cooked.
Food Characteristics Covering Food Characteristics As with conventional cooking, moisture evaporates during microwave cooking. Casserole lids or plastic wrap are used for a tighter seal. When using plastic wrap, vent the plastic wrap by folding back part of the plastic wrap from the edge of the dish to allow steam to escape. Loosen or remove plastic wrap as recipe directs for stand time.
Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven Please see below and the following page for particular cleaning instructions for ➀ each section of the oven. ➁ BEFORE CLEANING: Unplug oven at wall outlet. If outlet is inaccessible, leave oven door open while cleaning. AFTER CLEANING: Be sure to place the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in the proper position and press Stop/Reset Pad to clear the Display. 1. Outside oven surfaces: Clean with a damp cloth.
Before Requesting Service See below before calling for service, as most problems can easily be remedied by following these simple solutions: Problem Solution The oven causes TV interference. Some radio, TV, Wi-Fi, cordless telephone, baby monitor, blue tooth or other wireless equipment interference might occur when you cook with the microwave oven. This interference is similar to the interference caused by small appliances such as mixers, vacuums, blow dryers, etc.
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Specifications Power Source ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................120 V, 60 Hz Power Consumption ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 12.3 Amps, 1,460 W Cooking Power* .......
User’s Record The serial number of this product may be found on the back side of the oven or on the left side of the control panel. You should note the model number and the serial number of this oven in the space provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase for future reference. Model No. ______________________________ Serial No.
