R CHAOS DEFROST GD376 For Model: NN
Important Notice 850W E The IEC (60705) power output (watts) The heating category for small packs of food Microwave symbol Your oven is rated 850 Watts (IEC). When using other cookbooks remember to adjust cooking times accordingly. The symbol above, which is displayed on your oven door, indicates the heating category for your oven when cooking or reheating convenience foods. Your oven is rated ‘E’, which is very efficient.
Contents Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Unpacking your oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Before using your oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Care & cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Maintenance of your oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Important safety instructions Please read carefully and keep for future reference This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience, which may be marked, and rated, either 10 amps or 13 amps. A 10 amp or 13 amp fuse is fitted according to the type of mains plug fitted. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has the correct rating for the type of mains plug fitted and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BSI362.
Unpacking your oven 1. Examine Your Oven Unpack oven, remove all packing material, and examine the oven for any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify dealer immediately if unit is damaged. Do NOT install if unit is damaged. 2. Guarantee Your receipt is your guarantee, please keep safely. 3. Cord If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or it’s service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. N.B.
Caution: Hot surfaces 1. Hot Surfaces Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents on the cabinet and the oven door, will get hot during COMBINATION and GRILLING. Use care when opening or closing door and when inserting or removing food and accessories. The oven has a heater situated in the top of the oven. After using the COMBINATION and GRILL functions the roof and walls will be very hot. 2.
Care & Cleaning of your Microwave Oven - IMPORTANT It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is kept clean, and wiped out after each use. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of a surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. 1. Switch the oven off before cleaning and unplug at socket if possible. 2. Keep the inside of the oven, door seals and door seal areas clean.
Maintenance of your oven 1. Service WHEN YOUR OVEN REQUIRES A SERVICE call your local Panasonic engineer (Customer Care Centre on 08705 357357 can recommend an engineer). 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. 2.
Parts of Your Oven 1. Do not operate the oven without the Roller Ring and Glass Turntable in place. 2. Only use the Glass Turntable specifically designed for this oven. Do not substitute with any other Glass Turntable. 3. If Glass Turntable is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water. 4. Do not cook directly on Glass Turntable. Always place food in a microwave safe dish. The only exception to this is when cooking Jacket Potatoes or Auto Program Jacket Potatoes. 5.
Important Information – Read Carefully Safety If smoke or a fire occurs in the oven, press Stop/Cancel pad and leave the door closed, in order to stifle any flames. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off the power at the fuse or the circuit breaker panel. Short Cooking Times As microwave cooking times are much shorter than other cooking methods it is essential that recommended cooking times are not exceeded without first checking the food. Cooking times given in the cookbook are approximate.
Important Information – Read Carefully 9. Meat Thermometer. Use a meat thermometer to check the degree of cooking of roasts and poultry only when meat has been removed from the microwave. If undercooked, return to the oven and cook for a few more minutes at the recommended power level. Do not leave a conventional meat thermometer in the oven when microwaving. 10. Paper, Plastic. When heating food in plastic or paper containers keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
Microwaving Principles IMPORTANT NOTES Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook and reheat food since early experiments with RADAR in World War II. Microwaves are present in the atmosphere all the time, both naturally and from manmade sources. The dish used to cook or reheat the food will get warm during cooking, as the heat conducts from the food.
Control Panel NN-GD376 (1) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (3) (2) (4) (5) (7) (6) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) Display Window Auto Weight Microwave Programs Auto Weight Combination Programs Auto Weight Defrost Pad Time/Weight Dial Microwave Power Levels Grill Pad Combination Pad Delay/Stand Pad Clock Pad Stop /Cancel Pad: Before Cooking: one press clears your instructions. During Cooking: one press temporarily stops the cooking program.
General Guidelines STANDING TIME Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and cakes, require standing time (inside or outside of the oven) after cooking, to allow heat to finish conducting to the centre of the food to cook through completely. Wrap meat joints and jacket potatoes in aluminium foil while standing. Meat joints need approx. 10-15 minutes, jacket potatoes 5 minutes. Other foods such as plated meals, vegetables, fish etc require 2-5 minutes standing.
General Guidelines SHAPE ARRANGING Even shapes cook evenly. Food cooks better by microwave when in a round container rather than square. Individual foods e.g. chicken portions or chops, should be placed on a dish so that the thicker parts are towards the outside. STARTING TEMPERATURE CHECKING FOOD The colder the food, the longer it takes to heat up. Food from a fridge takes longer to reheat than food at room temperature.
Containers to use Choosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the success or failure of your cooking. Testing Dishes for Suitability When unsure that a cooking container is suitable for use in your microwave, check by the following test: 1. Fill a microwave safe measuring jug with 300ml (1⁄2pt) cold water. 2. Place it on the turntable alongside the dish to be tested. If the dish you are testing is a large dish, then stand the measuring jug on top of the empty dish. 3.
Containers to use PLASTIC ✔ Many plastic containers are designed for microwave use. Only use Tupperware® containers if they are designed for microwave use. Do not use Melamine as it will scorch. Do not use plastic for cooking foods high in sugar or fat or foods that require long cooking times e.g. brown rice. Never cook in margarine containers or yogurt pots, as these will melt with the heat from the food. DO NOT USE UNDER THE GRILL.
Setting the Clock When the oven is first plugged in “88:88” appears in display window. • Press Clock Pad once A colon starts to blink. • Turn Time/Weight Dial Enter the time by turning the Time/Weight Dial. The time appears in the display. • Press Clock Pad The colon stops blinking. Time of day is now locked into the display. N.B. 1. To reset time of day, repeat step 1 through to step 3, as above. 2. The clock will keep the time of day as long as the oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied. 3.
Using the the Delay/Stand Feature The Delay/Stand Pad is used as a timing pad either before, during or after a cooking program. When the Delay/Stand Pad is selected with a time, there is no microwave power in the oven during this time. 1. To Set a Standing Time: Power level & Time ● Set the desired ● Then Press the Cooking Program, by selecting power level and time required. Stand Pad. ● Set desired standing time using the Time/Weight Dial (max 9hrs). An “H” will appear in the display to denote hours.
Microwave Cooking and Defrosting The glass turntable must always be in position when using the oven. Wattage 1 Press High 850 Watts 2 Presses Defrost 270 Watts 3 Presses Medium 600 Watts 4 Presses Low 440 Watts 5 Presses Simmer 250 Watts 6 Presses Warm 100 Watts • Press the microwave power pad Select desired power level. The microwave indicator lights and the wattage appears in the display. • Set Time Select cooking time by turning the Time/Weight Dial.
Grilling • Press Grill Pad Select level by pressing one of the following options:-. 1 press grill 1 (high) 2 presses grill 2 (medium) 3 Presses grill 3 (low) The grill indicator light appears in the display. • Set Time Select Cooking time by turning the Time/Weight Dial. Time can be set up to 90 minutes. • Press Start Pad Adjusting Time during cooking You can change the cooking time during cooking if required. Turn Time/weight dial to increase or decrease the cooking time.
Combination Cooking • Combination Pad Press combination pad to select level. The combination indicator lights, and combination level (1, 2 or 3) will appear in the display. • Set Time • Press Start Pad Select cooking time by turning Time/Weight Dial. Time can be set up to 90 minutes. Adjusting Time during cooking You can change the cooking time during cooking if required. Turn Time/weight dial to increase or decrease the cooking time.
Auto Weight Defrost This feature allows you to defrost bread, meat items and joints of meat automatically once you have entered in the weight of the food. • Select desired program Program • Press Start • Set Weight Press the pad once to select bread, twice to select meat items and three times to select meat joints. Auto program number appears in the display. The auto and defrost indicators light. Select the weight of the food by turning the Time/Weight Dial.
Defrosting Guidelines For Best Results: 1. Place foods in a suitable container. Meat joints and chickens should be placed on an upturned saucer or on a plastic rack if you have one. 2. Check food during defrosting, as foods vary in their defrosting speed. 3. It is not necessary to cover the food. 4. Always turn or stir the food especially when the oven “beeps’’. Shield if necessary (see point 6). 5.
Defrosting Foods Using Defrost Power & Time The times given below are a guideline only. Always check the progress of the food by opening the oven door and then re-starting. For larger quantities adjust times accordingly. Food should not be covered during defrosting. Meat Defrosting Time Method Standing Time Beef/Lamb/Pork Joint 450g (1lb) 7-9 mins. Place in a suitable dish or on an upturned 60 mins. saucer or use a rack. Turn 3-4 times. Shield. Minced Beef 450g (1lb) 8 mins.
Auto Weight Cook Programs This feature allows you to cook or reheat foods by setting the weight only. The oven determines the Microwave power level and / or combination level then the cooking time automatically. Select the category of food and then just enter the weight. The weight is entered in grams. eg. • Combination Pad • Set Weight Select desired program by pressing the pad. The auto indicator light and the program number appears in the display.
Auto Cook Programs 1. Chilled meal 200g - 800g 2. Frozen meal 200g - 500g To reheat a chilled convenience meal that can be stirred. Foods must be in a suitable shallow microwaveable container and have the film pierced. Select program (1 press of Auto Cook pad), enter weight using the Time/Weight Dial and press start. Stir halfway. After cooking allow to stand for 1 minute. Ensure that the food is piping hot. Stir before serving. To reheat a frozen convenience meal that can be stirred.
Auto Combi Programs 26 1. Chilled Pizza 100g - 600g 2. Jacket Potatoes 150g - 1500g For reheating and browning the top of a purchased chilled pizza. Remove all packaging and place on Grill rack on turntable. Select program (1 press of Auto Combi pad). Enter weight using the Time/Weight Dial, then press start. DO NOT COVER. To cook jacket potatoes with a crispier, drier skin. Choose medium sized potatoes 200250g (7-9oz) for best results. Wash and dry potatoes and prick with a fork several times.
Cooking and Reheating Guidelines Most foods reheat very quickly in your oven by HIGH power. Meals can be brought back to serving temperature in just minutes and will taste freshly cooked and NOT leftover. Always check food is piping hot and return to oven if necessary. As a general rule, always cover wet foods, e.g. soups, casseroles and plated meals. Do not cover dry foods e.g. bread rolls, mince pies, sausage rolls etc.
Reheating Charts The times given in the charts below are a guideline only, and will vary depending on STARTING temperature, dish size etc. The IEC (60705) power output (watts) HEATING CATEGORY 850W Your oven is Heating Category E and this is The heating displayed on the front of your oven door. The E category for small information on this label will assist you in using packs of food new instructions on food packs to enable you Microwave symbol to program the best heating time in your oven.
Reheating Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines PASTRY PRODUCTS - PRECOOKED - N.B. Pastries reheated by microwave will have a soft base. Cornish Pasty 225 g (1) Steak & Kidney Pie 230 g (1) Sausage Rolls 260 g (4) Quiche 400 g (1) Samosas / Spring Rolls 200 g (4) Mince Pies 90 g (2) HIGH 2 mins. Combi* 4-5 mins. HIGH 2 mins. or Combi* 5 mins. HIGH 11/2-2 mins. or Combi* 4-5 mins. HIGH 3 mins. Combi* 8-8 1/2 mins.
Reheating Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS - FROZEN N.B. Transfer food from foil container to a similar sized microwave safe dish. Plastic dishes designed for microwave and conventional ovens may be used with care. Lasagne 400 g Shepherd’s Pie 400 g HIGH + HIGH or HIGH + Combi* HIGH + HIGH or High Combi* 5 mins. + rest for 1 min. 5-6 mins. 2 mins. Place in a microwave safe dish on 22 mins. turntable. Do not cover.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines CHICKEN from raw – Caution: Hot fat! Remove dish with care. Quarters LOW 18-20 mins. Place on microwave safe rack or plate on turntable. Cover. Combi* 16-20 mins. HIGH 8-10 mins. per 450 g (1 lb) Place on grill rack with heatproof plate underneath. Turn Halfway. Place on upturned saucer breast side down in flan dish on turntable. Cover, turn over halfway. 45 ml HIGH 50 secs.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines PIZZA – FRESH CHILLED – N.B. Remove all packaging. Pizzas will have a soft base. Thin & Crispy 450 g Deep Pan 530 g HIGH 3-4 mins. Combi* 10-12 mins. HIGH 4-5 mins. Combi* 10-12 mins. Place on heatproof plate on turntable. Do not cover. Place on heatproof plate on turntable. Do not cover. PORK – from raw – CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove dish with care Chops 360 g (2) HIGH 2-3 mins.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines FRESH VEGETABLES – Place in shallow microwave safe dish. Green Beans 450 g HIGH 7-8 mins. Beetroot 450 g HIGH 10-12 mins. Broccoli + Cauliflower - florets 450 g HIGH 8 mins. Brussel Sprouts 450 g HIGH 8-9 mins. Cabbage – sliced 450 g HIGH 7-9 mins. Carrots, Leeks 450 g HIGH 7-9 mins. Corn on the Cob 450 g HIGH 6-7 mins. Courgettes, Mange Tout 450 g HIGH 4-5 mins.
Soup and Snacks Ingredients 25 g (1oz) butter 1 small onion, chopped 600 ml (1pt) hot chicken stock 225 g (8oz) button mushrooms, sliced bouquet garni 15 ml (1tbsp) cornflour 300 ml (1/2 pt) milk salt and pepper 60 ml (4tbsp) single cream Ingredients 100 g (4oz) quick cook macaroni 225 g (8oz) courgettes, sliced 100 g (4oz) bacon, chopped 50 g (2oz) butter 50 g (2oz) plain flour 600 ml (1pt) milk 100 g (4oz) cheese, grated 5 ml (1tsp) mustard salt and pepper Topping 30 ml (2tbsp) Parmesan cheese 30 ml (2tb
Meat and Poultry Ingredients 3-4 cloves garlic, crushed 1 cm (1/4 ”) piece fresh ginger, grated 50 g (2 oz) ground almonds 3x15 ml (3 tbsp) water 3 whole cardamom pods 2 cloves 2.5 cm (1”) stick of cinnamon 1 onion chopped 2x15 ml (2 tbsp) oil 450 g (1 lb) boned lamb, trimmed and cut into cubes 1x5 ml (1 tsp) ground coriander 1x5 ml (1 tsp) ground cumin 1.5 ml (1/4 tsp) garam masala 1.
Ingredients 225 g (8oz) pork fillet Sweet & Sour Sauce: 15 ml (1tbsp) oil 1 small carrot cut into matchsticks 1 spring onion, thinly sliced small green pepper, cut into strips 225 g (8oz) can pineapple chunks, drained (reserve juice) 10 ml (2tsp) soft brown sugar 5 ml (1tsp) cornflour pinch garlic salt 5 ml (1tsp) cider vinegar 10 ml (2tsp) soy sauce 5 ml (1tsp) tomato ketchup Ingredients 1 small onion, diced 1 clove garlic, crushed 5 ml (1tsp) oil 200 g (7oz) can chopped tomatoes 15 ml (1tbsp) tomato pure
Fish ARRANGING Thin fillets of fish i.e. plaice, should be rolled up prior to cooking to avoid overcooking on the thinner outside edge and tail. Fish steaks should be arranged in a circle, thicker part to the outside. Cover with cling film or lid. LIQUID Fresh fish should always be sprinkled with 30ml (2tbsp) of water, lemon juice or white wine. When cooking Frozen fish, add liquid as above for even cooking. Do not sprinkle salt onto fish before cooking as this may make the fish dry.
Vegetables Ingredients 40 g (11/2oz) dried Cep mushrooms 50 g (2oz) butter 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped freshly ground black pepper 250 g (8oz) Arborio rice 300 ml (1/2pt) hot vegetable stock 12 basil leaves, torn Ingredients 1 medium aubergine, diced salt, 15 ml (1tbsp) oil 1 clove of garlic, chopped pinch cayenne pepper 5 ml (1tsp) ground coriander 3 ml (1/2tsp) ground cumin 3 ml (1/2tsp) turmeric 2.
Desserts / Cakes Ingredients 150 g (5oz) self-raising flour pinch of salt 50 g (2oz) caster sugar 50 g (2oz) suet 1 egg 150 ml (1/4 pt) milk 30 ml (2 tbsp) jam or golden syrup Optional: add 1 tbsp of sultanas to dry ingredients Steamed Suet Sponge Pudding Serves 4 Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) pudding basin 1. In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour and salt. Stir in the sugar and suet. 2. Make a well in the centre and add beaten egg and milk. Mix to a soft dropping consistency. 3.
Ingredients 200 g (7 oz) fresh dates, stoned and finely chopped 175 g (6 oz) self-raising flour 5 ml (1 tsp) baking powder 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence 15 ml (1 tbsp) Camp coffee essence 100 ml (31/2 fl. oz) milk 75 g (3 oz) butter 150 g (5 oz) caster sugar 2 eggs lightly beaten Butterscotch sauce 3 45 g (1 /4 oz) butter 120 ml (8 tbsp) soft brown sugar 200 ml (7 fl.
Sauces Ingredients 30 ml (2tbsp) custard power 15 ml (1tbsp) sugar 600 ml (1pt) cold milk Custard Dish: 1 litre (2pt) jug 1. Mix together the custard powder, sugar and a little milk to form a smooth paste. 2. Blend in the remaining milk, whisking well. 3. Cook on HIGH power for 4-6 mins. Whisk well halfway through cooking time and again at the end. Ingredients 30 g (1oz) butter 30 g (1oz) flour 600 ml (1pt) milk White Pouring Sauce Dish: 1 litre (2pt) jug 1.
Technical Specifications Rated Voltage: 230-240 V, 50Hz Operating Frequency: 2,450 MHz Input Power: Max 1900 W 50Hz Microwave 1125 W Grill 1150 W Output Power: Microwave 850 W (IEC-60705) Outer Dimensions: 455 mm (W) x 325 mm (D) x 260 mm (H) Oven Cavity Dimensions: 315 mm (W) x 294 mm (D) x 184 mm (H) Weight: 10 kg Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate. This product is an equipment that fulfills the European standard for EMC disturbances (EMC = Electromagnetic Compatibility) EN 55011.
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