R J MICROWAVE OVEN MODEL R-291Z(ST) OPERATION MANUAL and COOKING GUIDE CONTENTS Pages Warranty 1 Warning 2 Special Notes and Warning 3 Installation Instructions 4 Oven Diagram 4 Operation of Control Panel 5 Control Panel Display 5 Before Operating 6 Getting Started 6 Stop/Clear 6 To Cancel a Programme During Cooking 6 Manual Operations 7 Microwave Time Cooking 7 Sequence Cooking 8 Instant Cook 8 Increasing Time During a Cooking Programme Automatic Operations Thank you for
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WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS : READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: a. Do not overcook food. b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in the oven. c. Do not heat oil or fat for deep frying. The temperature of the oil cannot be controlled. d. Look at the oven from time to time when food is heated in disposable containers made of plastic, paper or other combustible materials for signs of smoke or burning. e.
SPECIAL NOTES AND WARNING DO DON’T Eggs, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, sausages and oysters * Puncture egg yolks and whites and oysters * Cook eggs in shells. This can cause the before cooking to prevent "explosion". egg to "explode", which may damage the * Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash, oven or yourself. hot dogs, sausages and oysters so that * Cook hard/soft boiled eggs. steam escapes. * Overcook oysters. * Dry nuts or seeds in shells.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove all packing materials from the oven cavity, (do not remove the waveguide cover), and the feature sticker from the outside of the door, if there is one. Check the unit for any damage, such as a misaligned door, damaged door seals around the door or dents inside the oven cavity or on the door. If there is any damage, please do not operate the oven until it has been checked by a SERVICE CENTRE APPROVED BY SHARP and repaired, if necessary. 2.
OPERATION OF CONTROL PANEL The operation of the oven is controlled by pressing the appropriate pads arranged on the surface of the control panel. An entry signal tone should be heard each time you press the control panel to make a correct entry. In addition the oven will beep for approximately 2 seconds at the end of the cooking cycle, or 4 times when cooking procedure is required.
BEFORE OPERATING Getting Started Your oven has Energy Save Mode. This facility saves electricity when the oven is not in use. To operate the oven. 1. Plug in the oven. Nothing will appear on the display at this time. 2. Open the door the oven lamp will be light. The display will show : 3. Close the door the oven lamp will be off. The display will show : NOTE If you do not operate the oven for 3 minutes or more (i.e.
MANUAL OPERATIONS Microwave Time Cooking This is a manual cooking feature, first enter the cooking time then the power level. There are eleven different power levels. You can programme up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. This variable cooking control allows you to select the rate of microwave cooking. After cooking, the fan will continue to operate. COOLING may be displayed when the door is opened or STOP button is pressed while fan is operating.
Sequence Cooking Your oven can be programmed with up to 3 automatic cooking sequences, automatically switching from one variable power setting to the next. * Suppose you want to cook for 10 minutes on 50% followed by 5 minutes on 100%. Step Procedure Pad Order Display Enter desired cooking time. 1 Power Level and Cook indicator will flash on and off. 2 Select desired power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL button (for 50% press six times). 3 For second sequence, enter desired time for cooking time.
Increasing Time During a Cooking Programme Microwave time can be added during a cooking programme using the START/+1min button. * Suppose you want to increase the cooking time by 2 minutes during 5 minutes on 50% power cooking. (at the moment the remaining cooking time is 1 min. 30 sec.) Step Procedure Pad Order Display Enter desired cooking time. 1 Power Level and Cook indicator will flash on and off. 2 Select power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL button as required (for 50% press six times).
AUTOMATIC OPERATIONS Notes for Automatic Operations 1. When using the automatic features, carefully follow the instructions provided in each MENU GUIDE to achieve the best result. If the instructions are not followed carefully, the food may be overcooked or undercooked or Err may be displayed. 2. Food weighing more or less than the quantity or weight listed in each MENU GUIDE, cook manually. Refer to manual cooking charts in RECIPES section. 3.
Easy Defrost 1. Ed-1 Steak / Chops 2. Ed-2 Minced Meat 3. Ed-3 Poultry 4. Ed-4 Cake 5. Ed-5 White Bread EASY DEFROST will automatically compute the microwave power and defrosting time. Follow the instructions provided in the EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE on page 4 of the cooking guides. * Suppose you want to defrost 0.5 kg of Minced Meat. Step Procedure Pad Order Display Press the EASY DEFROST button twice. 1 x2 DEF indicator will be light. KG indicator will flash on and off. Enter the weight 0.5 kg.
Instant Action The Instant Action allows you to cook or reheat several popular foods. Follow the instructions provided in the INSTANT ACTION MENU GUIDE on page 5 of the cooking guides. 1. IA-1 Frozen Vegetables 2. IA-2 Frozen Ready Meals (Stirrable type) 3. IA-3 Beverage * Suppose you want to cook 0.3 kg of Frozen Bolognese. Step Procedure Pad Order Display Press the INSTANT ACTION button twice. 1 x2 KG indicator will flash on and off. Enter the weight 0.3 kg.
Easy Cook EASY COOK will automatically compute the microwave power and cooking time. Follow the instructions provided in the EASY COOK MENU GUIDE on page 6 of the cooking guides. x1 C1-1 Rice x2 C1-2 Pasta x1 C2-1 Fresh Vegetables x2 C2-2 Jacket Potato * Suppose you want to cook 2 Jacket Potato. Step Procedure 1 Press the EASY COOK button until the desired menu number is displayed (for Jacket Potato press EASY COOK2 button twice). Pad Order Display x2 QTY indicator will flash on and off.
CARE AND CLEANING Disconnect the power supply cord before cleaning or leave the door open to inactivate the oven. CLEAN THE OVEN AT REGULAR INTERVALS - Keep the oven clean and remove any food deposits, or it could lead to deterioration of the surface. This could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. Exterior: The outside may be cleaned with mild soap and warm water, wipe clean with a damp cloth. Avoid the use of harsh abrasive cleaners.
FROZEN VEGETABLE CHART 1. Cook vegetables in a flan dish. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap. 2. Allow to stand 1-2 minutes before serving. Beans (green, cut) 250 g MICROWAVE TIME AT 100% 5-6 minutes Broccoli 500 g 8-10 minutes Brussels sprouts Carrots (whole) (sliced) Cauliflower 500 g 500 g 500 g 500 g 7-9 minutes 8-9 minutes 8-9 minutes 8-10 minutes Break apart as soon as possible. Arrange with flower towards the centre. 4 pieces (500 g) 250 g 8-10 minutes Add ½ cup water and 1 teaspoon sugar.
FRESH VEGETABLE CHART VEGETABLE AMOUNT COOKING PROCEDURE Artichokes 2 medium Asparagus 250 g Wash and place in a freezer bag. 2-3 minutes Beans 250 g Cut into 4cm pieces. Cook in 1-litre casserole dish with 1 tablespoon water. Cover. 3-4 minutes Broccoli 500 g Cut into uniform florets. Arrange with flower towards centre in a pie plate. Cover with plastic wrap. 6-7 minutes Brussels sprouts 500 g Arrange in a pie plate. Arrange with stalk towards outside. Cover with plastic wrap.
EASY COOK MENU GUIDE NO. Menu C1-1 Rice 1 Rice Hot tap water or soup stock (1 cup=250ml) Pasta Hot tap water (1 cup=250ml) C2-1 Fresh Vegetables Initial Temperature (approx.) 1-4 serves (1 server = ½ cup) +60°C hot tap water or soup stock ½ cup 1 cup 1½ cups 2 cups 1½ cups 2 cups 3 cups 4 cups C1-2 Pasta 2 Quantity (kg's) 1-4 serves (1 server = ½ cup) +60°C hot tap water or soup stock ½ cup 1 cup 1½ cups 2 cups 1½ cups 2 cups 3 cups 4 cups 0.1 - 0.
INSTANT ACTION MENU GUIDE The final cooking result will vary according to the food condition (e,g. initial temperature, shape, quality). Check the food after cooking and if necessary continue cooking manually. Quantity (Unit per pressing each INSTANT ACTION pad) Menu IA-1 Frozen Vegetables Carrots Beans / Brussels Sprouts Broccoli / Cauliflower Corn Green Peas Mixed Vegetables IA-2 Frozen Ready Meals Stirrable type e.g. Noodles, Bolognese, Chinese Menus. IA-3 Beverage includes: Tea Coffee Water 0.1–0.
EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE NO. Menu Ed-1 Steak / Chops 0.1 - 1.5 1 Ed-2 Minced Meat 0.1 - 1.0 Beef 2 Ed-3 Poultry 1.0 - 1.5 3 Ed-4 Cake 0.1 - 0.2 4 Ed-5 White Bread 5 Procedure Standing Time (minutes) • Shield thin end of chops or steaks with foil. • Position the food with thinner parts in the centre in a single layer on the defrost rack. If pieces are stuck together, try to separate as soon as possible. • The oven will "beep" and stop, "CHECK" indicator will flash on and off.
COOKWARE AND UTENSIL GUIDE Utensil Use Advice GLASSWARE/CERAMIC (HEAT RESISTANT) YES GLASSWARE • Ordinary glass is not suitable for cooking but may be used for short periods for heating foods. CERAMIC • Most ovenproof china, and ceramics, are suited. • Avoid dishes that are decorated with gold or silver leaf. • Avoid using antique pottery. • If unsure, check with the manufacturer. METAL COOKWARE NO • Metal cookware should be avoided when cooking in the microwave oven.
HELPFUL HINTS 1. THE ARRANGEMENT Arrange foods carefully. Place thickest areas toward outside of dish. 2. TURNING Foods such as poultry and joints of meat should be turned over after half the cooking time. 3. COVERING Cover foods in the microwave if you would normally cover the food in your ordinary oven, or to retain moisture. Cover foods such as Vegetables, Casseroles, or when Reheating. Use to cover foods: 4.
COOKING GUIDES QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE FEATURE Easy Defrost QUICK OPERATION GUIDE To defrost 0.5kg of Minced Meat. x2 Within 3 minutes of closing the door. Instant Action To cook 1 cup Beverage. (Tea, Coffee, Water) x3 Easy Cook To cook 2 Jacket Potatoes. x2 Variable Cooking control To soften Cream Cheese or Butter for 40 seconds on 30%. Instant Cook Within 3 minutes of closing the door.
