Operating Instructions and Cookbook Microwave/Grill Oven Model No.
Important Notice The IEC (60705) power output (watts) The heating category for small packs of food Microwave symbol Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven. Your oven is rated 1000 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.
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic appliance. Contents Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 Grilling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Disposal of Waste Products . . . . . . . . . . 10 Combination Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Before Using Your Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Using the Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Placement of Your Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Multistage Cooking. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Instructions � � � � � 4 Important safety instructions. Before operating this oven, please read these instructions carefully and keep for future reference.
Safety Instructions � � � � � Warning! Do not attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to the door, control panel housing, safety interlock switches or any other part of the oven. Do not remove the outer panel from the oven which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy. Repairs should only be by a qualified service person. Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
Safety Instructions � � � � � � � � 6 This appliance is intended to be used in household applications only. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken. The temperature has to be checked before consumption to avoid burns. Do not cook eggs in their shells and whole hard-boiled eggs by microwave.
Safety Instructions � � � � � � � Warning! The accessible parts may become hot in grill and combination use. Young children should be kept away. Children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated. Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents on the cabinet and the oven door will get hot during combination and grilling, take care when opening or closing the door and when inserting or removing food and accessories.
Safety Instructions � � � � 8 This combination oven is intended for heating food and beverages only. Take care when heating foods low in moisture, e.g. bread items, chocolate, biscuits and pastries. These can easily burn, dry out or catch on fire if cooked too long. We do not recommend heating foods low in moisture such as popcorn or poppadoms.
Safety Instructions Read carefully and keep for future reference. Important! The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green-andyellow: Earth. Blue: Neutral. Brown: Live. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience, which may be marked, and rated, 10 amps.
Disposal of Waste Products Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Private Households). For Business Users in the European Union If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information. This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.
Before Using Your Oven Examine your Oven Note 1. 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. The appliance should be inspected for damage to the door seals and door seal areas. If these areas are damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by a service technician trained by the manufacturer. Guarantee 2.
Care & Cleaning of Your Oven 5. The outside oven surface should be cleaned with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings. Important It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is kept clean and wiped out after each use.
Care & Cleaning of Your Oven 11. The roller ring and oven cavity floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise. Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven, particularly the turntable spindle and the area surrounding this, with mild detergent and hot water then dry with a clean cloth. The roller ring may be washed in mild soapy water. 12. When grilling or cooking by combination, some foods may splatter grease onto the oven walls.
Parts of Your Oven 7. While cooking by microwave or combination the turntable may vibrate. This will not affect cooking performance. 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. 8. The wire rack must only be used as directed for grilling and combination cooking. Never use this on microwave only.
Parts of Your Oven 1. Door release Press to open the door. When you open the oven door during cooking, the cooking is stopped temporarily without clearing earlier made settings. The cooking is resumed as soon as the door is closed and Start button pressed. 2. See-through oven window 3. Door safety lock system 4. Oven air vent 5. Waveguide cover (do not remove) 6. External oven air vents 7. Control panel 8. Power supply cord 9. Plug 10. Identification plate 11.
Important Information - Read Carefully Safety Note Never operate the oven without food inside If smoke is emitted or a fire occurs in the oven, press Stop/Cancel button and leave the door closed in order to stifle any flames. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at fuse or circuit breaker panel. Foods Low in Moisture Take care when heating foods low in moisture, e.g. bread items, chocolate, biscuits and pastries. These can easily burn, dry out or catch on fire if cooked too long.
Important Information - Read Carefully Warning! Paper & Plastic Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode. When heating food in plastic or paper containers keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition. Do not use wire twist-ties with roasting bags as arcing will occur. Do not use recycled paper products, e.g. kitchen roll unless they say they are specifically designed for use in a microwave oven.
Important Information - Read Carefully Fan Motor Operation Arcing After using the oven the fan motor may rotate for a few minutes to cool the electric components. This is normal and you can take out food even though the fan motor operates. You can continue using the oven during this time. Arcing may occur if a metal container has been used accidentally or if the incorrect weight of food is used or the wire rack has been damaged. Arcing is when blue flashes of light are seen in the microwave oven.
Microwaving Principles Microwaves are present in the atmosphere all the time, both naturally and from manmade sources. Manmade sources include radar, radio, television, telecommunication links and mobile phones. Turntable Note The dish used to cook or reheat the food will get warm during cooking, as the heat conducts from the food.
Control Panel - NN-GD38HS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Display window Micro Power button (page 26) Grill button (page 31) Combi button (page 32) Chaos defrost button (page 38-39) Auto Cook button (page 35, 37) Auto Combi button (page 35-36) Dial Enter time or weight of food by turning the dial. Use the dial for the Add Time function.
General Guidelines Standing Time Egg Dishes Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and cakes, require a standing time (inside or outside of the oven) after cooking, to allow heat to finish conducting to cook the centre completely. Stand 1-2 minutes. Meat Joints Stand 15 minutes wrapped in aluminium foil. Jacket Potato Stand 5 minutes wrapped in aluminium foil after cooking by microwave only. Light Cakes Stand 5 minutes before removing from dish. Rich Dense Cakes Stand 15-20 minutes.
General Guidelines Dish Size Starting Temperature Follow the dish sizes given in the recipes, as these affect the cooking and reheating times. A quantity of food spread in a bigger dish cooks and reheats more quickly. The colder the food, the longer it takes to heat up. Food from a fridge takes longer to reheat than food at room temperature. Food temperature should be between 5-8 ºC before cooking.
Containers to Use Choosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the success or failure of your cooking. Result If the dish is suitable for microwaving, it will remain cool, whilst the water in the jug will begin to feel warm. If the testing dish feels warm, do not use as it is absorbing microwave energy.
Containers to Use Plastic Wicker, Wood, Straw Baskets Many plastic containers are designed for microwave use, but do not use for cooking foods high in sugar or fat or for foods that require long cooking times e.g. brown rice. Only use Tupperware® containers if they are designed for microwave use. Do not use Melamine. Never cook in margarine cartons or yoghurt pots, as these will melt with the heat from the food. If heatproof they can be used for combination cooking. Do not use under the grill.
Setting the Clock When the oven is first plugged in “88:88” appears in display window. Press Timer/Clock twice A colon starts to blink. Turn dial Enter the time by turning the dial. The time appears in the display. Press Timer/Clock The colon stops blinking. Time of day is now locked into the display. Note 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.
Microwave Cooking and Defrosting The glass turntable must always be in position when using the oven. Press Level Wattage Once High 1000 W Twice Defrost 270 W 3 Times Medium 600 W 4 Times 440 W Low 5 Times Simmer 300 W 6 Times 100 W Warm Press Micro Power Select desired power level. The microwave indicator lights and the wattage appears in the display. Set time Select cooking time by turning the 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. Arrange food in a single layer. 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 Chart 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. Defrosting Time per 450 g (1 lb) Method Standing Time 10-15 mins Place in a suitable dish or on an upturned saucer or use a rack. Turn 3-4 times. Shield. 60 mins 10-15 mins 30 mins Chops 450 g (1 lb) Place in a suitable dish. Break up and turn 3-4 times.
Using the Quick 30 Function This function allows you to quickly set cooking time in 30 second increments. Press Quick 30 to set the desired cooking time (up to 5 minutes). Each press is 30 seconds. Time appears in the display. Power level is pre-set at 1000 W. Press Start The cooking will start and the time in the display will count down. At the end of cooking, five beeps will sound. Note 1. If desired, you can use other power levels. Select desired power level before pressing Quick 30. 2.
Using the Add Time Function This feature allows you to add cooking time at the end of previous cooking. After cooking, turn dial to select Add Time function. Maximum cooking time: Microwave: 1000 W up to 30 minutes; other powers up to 90 minutes; Grill, Combination: 90 minutes. Press Start Time will be added. The time in the display window will count down. Note 1. This function is only available for Micro Power, Grill and Combination function and it is not available for Auto programs. 2.
Grilling The grill system on the oven gives fast efficient cooking for a wide variety of foods e.g. chops, sausages, steaks, toast, etc. There are 3 different grill settings available. Press Grill to select level. Press Power Level Once Grill 1 (High) Twice Grill 2 ( Medium) 3 Times Grill 3 (Low) Set time Select Cooking time by turning the dial. Time can be set up to 90 minutes. Press Start The grill indicator light appears in the display.
Combination Cooking This combination mode is suitable for foods which are normally grilled and for reheating small savoury items. The Grill will glow on and off during cooking - this is normal. Press Combi Select combination level. Press Level Once Combi 1 Set Time Select cooking time by turning dial. Time can be set up to 90 minutes.
Using the Timer The timer can be used either before or after a cooking program. This feature can be used to set a standing time after cooking or to delay the start of your cooking. 1. To Set a Standing Time: Set the desired cooking program, by selecting power level and time required. Press Timer/Clock Set desired standing time using the dial (max 9 hrs). Press Start Cooking program will commence after which the standing time will count down. Note 1.
Multistage Cooking 2 or 3 stage cooking Example: Example: Press Micro Power Select desired power level. Set the cooking time using the dial. Press Micro Power Select desired power level. Set the cooking time using the dial. Press Start The cooking program will start and the time in the display will count down. Example: To defrost for 2 minutes and cook food on 1000 W for 3 minutes. Press Micro Power twice to select 270 W. Set the cooking time to 2 minutes using the dial.
Auto Cook/Combi Programs Or This feature allows you to cook foods by setting the weight. The oven determines the microwave power level and/or combination setting, then gives a cooking time; this cooking time has been developed following extensive testing by our Home Economists in our development kitchen. Select the category of food and enter the weight. Example Select Auto Combi Select the desired program by pressing Auto Cook or Auto Combi.
Auto Combi Programs Program Weight Accessory 1. Chilled pizza 100 g - 300 g 120 g - 440 g For reheating and browning the top of purchased frozen pizza. Remove all packaging and place on the wire rack on turntable. Select program (2 presses of the Auto Combi). Enter weight using the dial, then press Start. Do not cover. For best results pizza should be no more than 20 cm (10 inches) in diameter. 200 g - 1400 g To cook jacket potatoes with a crispier, drier skin.
Auto Cook Programs Program Weight 6. Chilled meal 200 g - 800 g 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), enter weight using the dial and press Start. Stir at the beeps. After cooking allow to stand for 2 minutes. Ensure that the food is piping hot. Stir before serving. 200 g - 500 g To reheat a frozen convenience meal that can be stirred.
Chaos Defrost This feature allows you to defrost minced meat, chops, chicken portions, meat joints and bread. Press Chaos Defrost to select the correct defrost category and then enter in the weight of the food in grams (see page 39). Foods should be placed in a suitable dish, whole chickens and joints of meat should be on an upturned saucer or on a microwave safe plate. Chops, chicken portions and slices of bread should be placed in a single layer. It is not necessary to cover the foods.
Chaos Defrost With this feature you can defrost frozen foods according to the weight. Select the category and set the weight of the food. Select desired program Press Chaos Defrost once to select bread, twice to select meat items and three times to select meat joints. The auto program number and indicators for the Micro Power, Auto Cook and Chaos Defrost appear in the display. Program Select the weight of the food by turning the dial. Turning the dial slowly will count up in 10 g steps.
Cooking and Reheating Guidelines Most foods reheat very quickly in your oven by 1000 W. Meals can be brought back to serving temperature in just minutes and will taste freshly cooked. Always check food is piping hot and return to oven if necessary. Canned Foods As a general rule, always cover wet foods, e.g. soups, casseroles and plated meals. Place soup in a bowl. Stir before heating and at least once during reheat time and again at the end.
Reheating Charts The times given in the charts below are a guideline only, and will vary depending on starting temperature, dish size etc. Heating Category The IEC (60705) power output (watts) Your oven is heating Category E and this is displayed on the front of your oven door. The information on this label will assist you in using new instructions on food packs to enable you to program the best heating time in your oven.
Reheating Charts Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) 1 mug 235 ml 1000 W 1 - 1 min 30 secs 2 mugs 470 ml 1000 W 2 mins 30 secs 1 mug 235 ml 1000 W 1 - 2 mins 1 jug 600 ml 1000 W 4 mins 30 secs - 5 mins Food Instructions/Guidelines Drinks - Coffee Place in a microwave safe mug on turntable. Stir, before, during and after reheating. Drinks – Milk Place in a microwave safe mug on turntable. Stir, before, during and after reheating. Pastry Products - Precooked - N.B.
Reheating Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines Purchased Convenience Foods - Chilled 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.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level 130 g (4) 1000 W Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines Bacon - from raw Rashers 3 mins 30 secs - 4 mins or 50 - 60 secs per rasher Place on microwave safe rack or plate on turntable and cover with kitchen towel to minimise splatter.
Cooking Charts Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) 45 ml 1000 W 50 secs 1 then 1000 W 40 - 50 secs Water 90 ml 1000 W 1 min 2. 3. Eggs 2 then 1000 W 1 min 30 secs 4. 5. 1000 W 40 secs 1. then 1000 W 20 secs 2. 1000 W 50 secs - 1 min 3. then 1000 W 40 secs 450 g 1000 W 5 mins Haddock Fillets 380 g (4) 1000 W 8 - 10 mins Whole 450 g (2) 1000 W 8 - 10 mins Food Instructions/Guidelines Eggs – Poached Water Egg 1.
Cooking Charts Weight/ Quantity Food Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines Pasta – Place in a large 3 litre (6 pint) microwave safe bowl. Macaroni 225 g 1000 W 13 - 15 mins Spaghetti, Tagliatellie 225 g 1000 W 11 - 12 mins Use 1 litre (1¾ pint) boiling water in a large 2 litres (4 pints) bowl. Cover. Pizza – Fresh chilled – N.B. Remove all packaging. Pizzas will have a soft base.
Cooking Charts Weight/ Quantity Food Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines Sausages from raw - Caution: Hot Fat! Remove dish with care. Thick 240 g (4) Thin 110 g (4) 1000 W 2 - 3 mins Place on microwave safe plate or microwave rack on turntable. Cover. or Combi 2 8 - 10 mins Place on wire rack with heatproof plate underneath. Turn halfway. 1000 W 1 min 30 secs 2 mins 30 secs or Grill 1 7 - 8 mins Place on microwave safe plate or microwave rack on turntable. Cover.
Soups & Snacks Cream of Mushroom Soup ingredients Serves 4 25 g (1 oz) butter 1 small onion, chopped 600 ml (1 pt) hot chicken stock 225 g (8 oz) button mushrooms, sliced bouquet gar ni 15 ml (1 tbsp) cor nflour 300 ml (½ pt) milk salt and pepper 60 ml (4 tbsp) single cream 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Place the butter and chopped onion in a large bowl. Cover with pierced cling film and cook on 1000 W for 2-3 minutes or until soft. Add the stock, mushrooms and bouquet garni.
Lamb in a Spicy Cream and Almond Sauce Serves 4 3-4 garlic cloves, crushed 1 cm (¼”) piece fresh ginger, grated 50 g (2 oz) ground almonds 45 ml (3 tbsp) water 3 whole cardamom pods 2 cloves 2.5 cm (1”) stick of cinnamon 1 onion chopped 30 ml (2 tbsp) oil 450 g (1 lb) boned lamb, trimmed and cut into cubes 5 ml (1 tsp) ground coriander 5 ml (1 tsp) ground cumin 1.5 ml (¼ tsp) garam masala 1.5 ml (¼ tsp) cayenne pepper 150 ml (¼ pt) single cream salt and pepper 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Meat and poultry Savoury Mince ingredients S erv es 2 1 small onion, diced 1 clove garlic, crushed 5 ml (1 tsp) oil 200 g (7 oz) can chopped tomatoes 15 ml (1 tbsp) tomato puree 5 ml (1 tsp) mixed herbs 225 g (8 oz) minced beef salt and pepper 1. 2. 3. Dish: 1.
ingredients S erv es 2 2 5 g ( 1 o z) bu t t er 1 g a r l i c clove, cru s h ed 1 sm a l l o n ion , fin ely c h o p ped 1 5 m l ( 1 t bs p) plain flo u r 1 5 m l ( 1 t bs p) cu rry po wder g r a te d rin d an d ju ice o f ½ l e mo n 3 0 0 m l ( ½ pt ) h ot fis h s t ock 2 5 g ( 1 o z) s u lt an as 1 0 m l ( 2 t s p) t omat o pu ree 3 0 m l ( 2 t bs p) s w eet ch u t n ey 4 5 0 g ( 1 lb) h addock, sk i n n e d an d ch opped sa l t a n d pepper 7 5 g ( 3 o z) creamed coco n ut 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Vegetables Wild Mushroom and Basil Risotto ingredients S erv es 4 40 g (1½ oz) dried Cep mushrooms 50 g (2 oz) butter 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped freshly ground black pepper 250 g (8 oz) Arborio rice 300 ml (½ pt) hot vegetable stock 12 basil leaves, tor n 50 g (2 oz) Parmesan cheese, grated Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) casserole dish 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Soak mushrooms in 300 ml (½ pt) warm water.
ingredients Serves 4 150 g (5 oz) self-raising flour pinch of salt 50 g (2 oz) caster sugar 50 g (2 oz) suet 1 egg 150 ml (¼ pt) milk 30 ml (2 tbsp) jam or golden syrup Optional: add 1 tbsp of sultanas to dry ingredients 1. 2. 3. 4. In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour and salt. Stir in the sugar and suet. Make a well in the centre and add beaten egg and milk. Mix to a soft dropping consistency. Put the jam in the base of the greased pudding basin and pour pudding mixture over.
Desserts / cakes Date Puddings and Butterscotch Sauce ingredients Serves 6 200 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 (3½ fl. oz) milk 75 g (3 oz) butter 150 g (5 oz) caster sugar 2 eggs lightly beaten Butterscotch sauce 45 g (1¾ oz) butter 120 ml (8 tbsp) soft brown sugar 200 ml (7 fl.
ingredients Serves 4 30 ml (2 tbsp) custard power 15 ml (1 tbsp) sugar 600 ml (1 pt) cold milk 1. 2. 3. 4. Mix together the custard powder, sugar and a little milk to form a smooth paste. Blend in the remaining milk, whisking well. Cook on 1000 W for 4-6 minutes. Whisk well halfway through cooking time and again at the end. Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) jug White Pouring Sauce ingredients Serves 2 30 g (1 oz) butter 30 g (1 oz) flour 600 ml (1 pt) milk 1. 2. 3. 4.
Questions and Answers Q: Can I use a conventional oven thermometer in the oven? A: Only when you are using grill cooking mode. The metal in some thermometers may cause arcing in your oven and should not be used on microwave and combination cooking modes. Q: Why won’t my oven turn on? A: When the oven does not turn on, check the following: 1. Is the oven plugged in securely? Remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and reinsert. 2. Check the circuit breaker and the fuse.
Technical Specifications Manufacturer Panasonic Model NN-GD38HS Power Supply 230-240 V 50 Hz Operating Frequency: Input Power: Output Power: 2450 MHz Maximum 2000 W Microwave 1050 W Grill 1050 W Microwave 1000 W (IEC-60705) Grill 1000W External Dimensions 488 mm (W) x 395 mm (D) x 279 mm (H) Interior Dimensions W x D x H (mm) 315 mm (W) x 353 mm (D) x 178 mm (H) Uncrated Weight (approx.) 10 kg Noise 57 dB Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate.
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