® MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION MANUAL AND COOKING GUIDES MODELS R-340H R-350H CONTENTS Pages Important Safety Instructions 1 Installation Instructions 3 Oven Diagram 4 Operation of Touch Control Panel 5 Control Panel Display 5 Touch Control Panel Layout 5 Before Operating 6 Getting Started 6 Clock Setting 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
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Warning To avoid the possibility of injury To avoid the danger of fire 1. The microwave oven should not be left unattended during operation. Power levels that are too high or cooking times that are too long may overheat foods resulting in a fire. 2. This oven is not designed to be built-in to a wall or cabinet. 3. The electrical outlet must be readily accessible so that the unit can be unplugged easily in an emergency. 4.
To avoid the possibility of explosion and sudden boiling 1. Never use sealed containers. Remove seals and lids before use. Sealed containers can explode due to a build up of pressure even after the oven has been turned off. 2. When boiling water or other liquids, use a widemouthed container to allow bubbles to escape. It is advisable to insert a glass rod or other similar utensil to prevent sudden boiling (resulting in splashing or burning). 3. Do not cook eggs in their shells. They may explode.
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.
OVEN DIAGRAM 6 A B 2 : 3 4 7 5 9 C 1 D 84 E 1 Door open button 2 Oven lamp 3 Door hinges 4 Door safety latches 5 See through door 6 Door seals and sealing surfaces 7 Coupling 8 Waveguide cover (Do not remove) 9 Touch control panel 0 Liquid crystal display A Ventilation openings B Power supply cord C Turntable D Roller stay E Rating label 4
OPERATION OF TOUCH 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 an audible signal will sound for approximately 2 seconds at the end of the cooking cycle, or 4 times when cooking procedure is required.
BEFORE OPERATING Getting Started Step 1 Procedure Pad Order Display Plug the oven into a power point. Ensure the oven door is closed. Flashing eights 2 Press the STOP/CLEAR pad so that the oven beeps. Only the dots will remain. Clock Setting * To enter the present time of day 11:34 (AM or PM). Step Procedure Pad Order Display Press the TIMER/CLOCK pad. 1 The dots (:) will flash on and off. 2 Enter the correct time of day by pressing the numbers in sequence. Press the TIMER/CLOCK pad again.
MANUAL OPERATIONS Microwave Time Cooking This is a manual cooking feature, first enter the cooking time then the power level. There are five different power levels. You can programme up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.
Sequence Cooking Your oven can be programmed for up to 3 automatic cooking sequences, switching from one variable power setting to another automatically. * 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 2 3 Select desired power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL pad (for 50% press three times). x3 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 INSTANT COOK/START pad. * 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 2 Select power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL pad as required (for 50% press three times) x3 Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad.
AUTOMATIC OPERATIONS Notes for Automatic Operations 1. When using the automatic features, carefully follow the details 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 may be displayed. 2. Food weighing more or less than the quantity or weight listed in each MENU GUIDE, cook manually. 3.
Instant Action R-340H The Instant Action allows you to cook or reheat several popular foods. Follow the instructions provided in INSTANT ACTION MENU GUIDE on pages 22 and 23 in the cooking guides. R-350H * Suppose you want to cook 2 Jacket Potatoes. Step 1 Procedure Press the JACKET POTATO pad until desired quantity is displayed (for 2 pieces press twice). Pad Order Display After about 2 sec. x2 The cooking time will begin counting down. The oven will "beep" 4 times and stop.
Easy Defrost EASY DEFROST will automatically compute the microwave power and defrosting time. Follow the instructions provided in EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE on page 25 in the cooking guides. * Suppose you want to defrost 1.0 kg of Chicken Pieces. Step Procedure 1 Press the EASY DEFROST pad until the desired menu number is displayed (for Chicken Pieces press four times). Pad Order Display x4 KG will flash on and off. Press the number pads to enter weight. 2 KG stops flashing and remains on display.
OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES Less/More Setting The cooking times programmed into the automatic menus are tailored to the most popular tastes. To adjust the cooking time to your individual preference use the "more" or "less" feature to either add (more) or reduce (less) cooking time.
Timer Use this feature as a general purpose timer. Examples include: timing boiled eggs cooked on the stove top. timing the recommended standing time of food. You can enter any time up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. If you want to cancel the timer during the count down phase simply press STOP/CLEAR and the display will return to showing the time of day. * Suppose you want to set the timer for 3 minutes to boil an egg on the stove top. Step Procedure Pad Order Display Enter desired time.
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, 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.
COOKING GUIDES 19 22 24 25 Page 16 Quick reference guide 17 Helpful hints 18 Cookware and utensil guide Express meal recipes Instant action menu guide Express defrost menu guide Easy defrost menu guide Quick Reference Guide FEATURE QUICK OPERATION GUIDE Express Meal To cook Pasta Napolitana. Instant Action To cook 2 Jacket Potatoes. x2 Express Defrost To defrost 0.5kg of Chicken Fillets. Menu Number x2 Easy Defrost To defrost 1.0kg of Chicken Pieces.
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.
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.
Express Meal Recipes 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.
RISOTTO/RICE DISH Beef and Mushroom Chicken Risotto 250 1 1/2 1 1 1/2 2 1/2 1 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. g beef fillet, cubed or use veal cup mushrooms, finely sliced cup shallots, finely sliced cup rounded rice tablespoon tomato paste cup dry white wine cups of chicken stock bay leaf salt and pepper to taste Place all ingredients in a 3 litre casserole dish (Corning ware®) and mix well. Place on turntable uncovered. Cook on EXPRESS MEAL "RISOTTO". When oven stops with STIR displayed, stir and continue cooking.
CASSEROLE Beef Casserole Springtime Lamb Casserole 500 2 1/2 2 1/4 1 1/2 2 1 1 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. g rump or blade steak, cut into strips tablespoons flour cup shallots, finely sliced cups mushroom, finely sliced cup red wine cups beef stock tablespoons tomato paste bay leaf sprig of rosemary salt and pepper to taste In a freezer bag add flour and beef, and toss until the beef is evenly coated. Add all ingredients including the beef to a 3 litre casserole dish (Corning ware®) and mix well.
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. Menu Quantity (Unit per pressing each INSTANT ACTION pad) Initial Temperature (approx.) 1 serve ( approx.
Quantity Initial (Unit per pressing each Temperature INSTANT ACTION pad) (approx.) Menu Frozen Vegetables 0.2-1.0 kg (0.2 kg) – 18°C Frozen Carrots hard vegetables Beans Brussels Sprouts medium Broccoli vegetables Cauliflower Corn Green Peas soft vegetables Mixed Vegetables } } Jacket Potato Potato (whole) ( 1 - 8 pieces 1 piece, approx. 180 - 200 g Rice / Pasta includes: White Rice Dry Pasta Serve 1 serve ( 1 - 4 serves 1 serve, 1 /2 cup ) ) + 20°C Room temperature approx.
Express Defrost Menu Guide NO. Menu Fish Fillets Quantity (kg's) 0.5 1 Chicken Fillets 0.5 2 Sausages / Minced Meat 3 0.5 Procedure Standing Time (minutes) • Place fish fillets on a defrost rack. • The oven will "beep" and stop, TURN OVER will be displayed repeatedly. Turn over and separate into pieces. • Press start to continue defrosting. • After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil. 5 • Place chicken fillets on a defrost rack.
Easy Defrost Menu Guide NO. Menu Quantity min-max (kg's) Standing Time (minutes) Steak/Chops Fish Fillets 0.1 - 3.0 0.1 - 1.0 • Shield thin end of chops or steaks with foil. 5 - 30 • Position the food with thinner parts in the (Steak / Chops) centre in a single layer on a defrost rack. If 5 - 15 pieces are stuck together, try to separate (Fish Fillets) as soon and as much as possible. • The oven will "beep" and stop, TURN OVER COVER EDGE will be displayed repeatedly.
