Operating Instructions and Cookery Book Microwave & Grill Oven Model No: NN-K189M NN-K179W NN-K109W For domestic use only Important safety instructions Please read carefully and keep for future reference
When using recipes in this book always follow metric or imperial measurements. Do not combine the two. In some recipes the conversions are not a direct equivalent due to recipe result. Important Notice 700W C The IEC (60705) power output (watts) The heating category for small packs of food Microwave symbol Your oven is rated 700 Watts (IEC). When using other cookbooks remember to adjust cooking times accordingly.
Contents Safety Information 2 Unpacking your oven 3 Before using your oven 4 Care & cleaning 5 Maintenance of your oven 6 Parts of your oven 7 Important Information 8-9 Microwaving Principles 10 Control Panels 11 General Guidelines 12-13 Containers to use 14-15 Microwave Cooking and Defrosting NN-K109W 16 Setting the Clock/Timer/Child Safety Lock NN-K189M/NN-K179W 17 Microwave Cooking and Defrosting NN-K189M/NN-K179W 18 Grilling 19 Combination Cooking 20 Auto Weight Defrostin
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. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. 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. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
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 the dealer immediately if unit is damaged. Do NOT install if unit is damaged. 2. Guarantee Your receipt is your guarantee, please keep safe. 3. Cord If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or itʼs service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
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 the 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. allowed to operate the oven under supervision.
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 0844 8443868 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 button or turn TIMER/WEIGHT SELECT dial back to zero position 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.
Important Information – Read Carefully 8. Deep Fat Frying. Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your oven. 9. Meat Thermometer. Use a meat thermometer to check the degree of cooking of joints 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. 13. Keeping Your Oven Clean.
Microwaving Principles 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. Manmade sources include radar, radio, television, telecommunication links and car phones. How Microwaves cook food Oven cavity 13 Amp fused socket Wave Guide In a microwave oven, electricity is converted into microwaves by the MAGNETRON.
Control Panels NN-K109W NN-K189M / NN-K179W* (1) (3) (4) (2) (2) (4) (5) (6) (8) (3) (6) (5) (7) (9) (10) (1) (11) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Timer Cooking Mode Selection Dial Microwave Power Defrost Power Combination Setting Grill Setting Beep Sound (NN-K189M/NN-K179W only): When a pad is touched correctly a beep will be heard. If a pad is touched and no beep is heard, the unit has not or cannot accept the instruction.
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 CHECKING FOOD Even shapes cook evenly. Food cooks better by microwave when in a round container rather than square. STARTING TEMPERATURE 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 and 8°C before cooking.
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.
Microwave Cooking and Defrosting for NN-K109W The glass turntable must always be in position when using the oven. Wattage High 700 Watts Medium 600 Watts Low 360 Watts Defrost 270 Watts Warm 200 Watts • Turn dial to select power level. • Set cooking time by turning dial. If the door is already closed cooking time will begin immediately. For short cooking times always turn the dial to 2 mins and then adjust to time required. Note: 1.
Setting the Clock for NN-K189M and NN-K179W When the oven is first plugged in “88:88” appears in display window. eg. 11.25pm Press five times (to set 1 mins.) Press eleven times (to set hours) Press twice (to set 10 mins.) • Press Timer / Clock Pad The colon stops blinking. Time of day is now locked into the display. • Press Time Pads Enter time of day by pressing appropriate Time pads. • Press Timer / Clock Pad twice A dot starts to blink. Note: 1.
Microwave Cooking and Defrosting for NN-K189M and NN-K179W The glass turntable must always be in position when using the oven. Wattage High 700 Watts 2 Presses Defrost 270 Watts 3 Presses Medium 600 Watts 4 Presses Low 440 Watts 5 Presses Warm 200 Watts 1 Press • Press the microwave power pad. Select desired power level. The microwave indicator lights and the wattage appears in the display. • Select cooking time by pressing appropriate pads.
Grilling NN-K109W only • Set Cooking Mode selection dial to Grill position . • Set grilling time by turning Timer dial. If the door is already closed cooking time will begin immediately. NN-K189M/NN-K179W only • Press Start. • Select Cooking time. Time • Press Grill Pad to select can be set up to 90 minutes. level. 1 press grill 1 (high) 2 presses grill 2 (medium) 3 Presses grill 3 (low) The grill indicator light appears in the display. Note: ® 1. Place food on grill rack on turntable.
Combination Cooking NN-K109W only • Set cooking mode selection dial to + combination position . NN-K189M/NN-K179W only • Press combination pad to select level. The combination indicator lights and combination level (1, 2 or 3) appears in the display. Press 1 press 2 presses 3 presses • Set cooking time by turning timer dial. If door is already closed cooking time will begin immediately. • Select cooking time. Time can be set up to 90 minutes. • Press Start.
Auto Weight Defrost NN-K189M/NN-K179W 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. 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. Program • Set Weight using the Up and Down pads.
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 “beepsʼʼ. 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 per 450g (1lb) NN-K179W/ NN-K109W NN-K189M Method Standing Time Beef/Lamb/Pork Joint 450g (1lb) 10-12 mins. 7-9 mins. Place in a suitable dish or on an upturned saucer or use a rack. Turn 3-4 times. Shield. 60 mins.
Auto Weight Cook Programs for NN-K189M/NN-K179W 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. • Select desired program by pressing the pad. The auto indicator light and the program number appears in the display. • Set Weight using the Up and Down pads.
1. Chilled meal 200g - 800g 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 micro cook pad), enter weight and press start. Stir halfway. After cooking allow to stand for 1 minute. Ensure that the food is piping hot. Stir before serving. 2. Frozen meal 300g - 600g To reheat a frozen convenience meal that can be stirred.
1. Jacket Potatoes 200g - 1000g To cook jacket potatoes with a crispier, drier skin. Choose medium sized potatoes 200-250g (7-9oz) for best results. Wash and dry potatoes and prick with a fork several times. Place directly on Wire Rack on turntable. Select program (1 press of combi cook pad). Enter weight. Press start. DO NOT COVER. 2. Chilled crispy top 300g - 600g For reheating and browning chilled purchased savoury dishes eg. Lasagne or Shepherds Pie. Remove any lid or covering.
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) HEATING CATEGORY power output (watts) 700W Your oven is Heating Category C and this is The heating displayed on the front of your control panel. C category for small The information on this label will assist you packs of food in using new instructions on food packs to enable you to program the best heating time Microwave symbol 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. HIGH 2-21⁄2 mins. 4-5 mins. Cornish Pasty 255 g (1) Combi* K189 Combi* K109 7-8 mins. Place on microwave safe plate on HIGH 2-21⁄2 mins. turntable. Do not cover. If using Combi Steak & Kidney Pie 250 g (1) or Combi* 6-7 mins. mode, use heatproof plate. HIGH 2-21⁄2 mins. Sausage Rolls 260 g (4) or Combi* 5-6 mins.
Reheating Charts Weight/ Power Time to Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Level Select (approx) 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. HIGH 6 mins. + rest for 1 min. + HIGH 5-6 mins. Lasagne 400 g or HIGH 3 mins. + Combi* 23-24 mins. HIGH 4 mins. + rest for 1 min. + HIGH 4-5 mins. Place in a microwave safe dish on or HIGH K189 2-3 mins.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines CHICKEN from raw – Caution: Hot fat! Remove dish with care. 18-20 mins. Place on microwave safe rack or plate. Cover and place on turntable. 552 g (2) Combi* K189 16-20 mins. Combi* K109 22-23 mins. Place on grill rack with heatproof plate underneath. Turn halfway. HIGH 10-12 mins. per 450 g (1 lb) Place on upturned saucer breast side down in microwave safe dish.
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 370 g Deep Pan HIGH 4-5 mins. Combi* K189 10-12 mins. Combi* K109 8-9 mins. 460 g HIGH 5-8 mins. Combi* 10-12 mins. Place on heatproof plate on turntable. Do not cover. Place on heatproof plate on turntable. Do not cover. Not suitable for model NN-K109W.
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 250 g HIGH 10-12 mins. Broccoli + Cauliflower - florets 450 g HIGH 8 mins. Brussel Sprouts 300 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 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 (1/4 tsp) garam masala 1.
Ingredients 225 g (8oz) pork fillet, diced 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) toma
Fish Arranging Liquid Noise 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. 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: Operating Frequency: Input Power: Output Power: Outer Dimensions: Oven Cavity Dimensions: Noise Level: Weight: 230-240 V 50 Hz Max 1100 W Microwave 1100W Grill 1000 W Microwave 700 W (IEC-60705) 433 mm (W) x 327 mm (D) x 258 mm (H) 292 mm (W) x 297 mm (D) x 185 mm (H) 46 dB 11.5 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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