R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:41 PM Page A R-8740M MICROWAVE OVEN WITH TOP & BOTTOM GRILLS AND CONVECTION OPERATION MANUAL 900 W (IEC 60705)
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R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:41 PM Page 1 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) CONTENTS Oven and Accessories . . . . . Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . Safety: Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Important Safety Instructions . Operation: Microwaving . . . . . . . . . . . . Microwave Power Levels . . . . Before Operation . . . . . . . . . Memory Cooking . . . . . . . . . Time Reduce Cooking . . . . . . Manual Cooking . . . . . . . . . Microwave Cooking . .
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R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:41 PM Page 3 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) CONTROL PANEL 1. DIGITAL DISPLAY 2. INDICATORS: These indicators will light corresponding with below symbols 1 2 : Time reduce : Memory 3 : Manual : Percentage (for microwave power level) 14 : Lock (showing oven lock is set) : Cook (showing oven in operation) 13 3. COOKING MODE indicator lights. These indicator lights will light during each cooking mode.
R-8740M O/M 16/07/2001 4:27 PM Page 4 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) INSTALLATION IMPORTANT! ELECTRICAL CONNECTION. • Do not allow water to come into contact with the power supply cord or plug. • Insert the plug properly into the socket. • Do not connect other appliances to the same socket using an adaptor plug. • If the plug or socket is loose or the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:41 PM Page 5 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Oven Use: • Never operate when empty, except as directed in the operation manual (see page 9). • Do not leave or store anything inside the oven when not in use. • Never attempt to use the oven with the door open. It is important not to force or tamper with the door safety latches.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:41 PM Page 6 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS 10% - (LOW output = 90W) For gentle defrosting, eg. cream gateaux or pastry. Your oven has 6 power levels. To choose the power level for cooking, follow the advice given in the recipe section. Generally the following recommendations apply: 0% - (0 W, no microwave power) For setting standing time. 100% - (HIGH output = 900W) used for fast cooking or reheating e.g.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:41 PM Page 7 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) MEMORY COOKING • Information in these memory banks is not lost during power interruptions. If the power goes off, the oven does not need to be re-programmed. • The oven has 10 memory banks (1 - 0) which can store cooking programmes. • These have been pre-programmed as shown in the chart below. • The memory banks can be changed individually if required (see page 14).
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:41 PM Page 8 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) MANUAL COOKING • To use manual cooking: 1. Ensure the oven has been released from the LOCK function MANUAL key 2. Press the MANUAL key. 3. Enter cooking time. (for preheating, you can omit this step). 4. Select desired cooking mode. START key 5. Press the START key. • The oven can be programmed for up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds (99.99).
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:41 PM Page 9 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) GRILLING The oven has top and bottom grills, which can be operated independantly or combined. Example: To grill for 5 minutes using the top and bottom grills. 1. Press the MANUAL key. 2. Enter desired cooking time. (All cooking mode indicator lights will flash on and off.) x1 x1 4. Press the START key. x1 3. Press the TOP GRILL key, then the BOTTOM GRILL key.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:41 PM Page 10 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) PREHEATING THE OVEN Your oven can be preheated to a desired temperature prior to oven cooking. Example: To preheat the oven to 200˚C. 1. Press the MANUAL key. x1 2. Enter the desired temperature 200˚C by pressing the CONVECTION key 4 times. (CONVEC cooking mode indicator light will come on.) 3. Press the START key.
R-8740M O/M 16/07/2001 4:36 PM Page 11 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) CONVECTION COOKING Your oven can be programmed to cook with ten different temperatures by combining the top and bottom grills with the convection fan.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 12 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) DUAL COOKING DUAL COOKING combines the power of microwave with convection or the grill modes. There are three DUAL COOKING modes: 1. Convection and Microwave 2. Top Grill and Microwave 3.
R-8740M O/M 17/07/2001 3:50 PM Page 13 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS 1. MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING This facility enables continued and uninterrupted operation of up to three different stages. Example: To cook: 2 minutes 30 seconds on 70% microwave power (Stage 1) 5 minutes on Top grill (Stage 2) 1. Press the MANUAL key. STAGE 1 2. Enter desired cooking time. (All cooking mode indicator lights will flash on and off.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 14 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS 2. MEMORY PROGRAMME ENTRY The 10 pre-programmed memory banks can be changed. Each memory bank can be programmed with a maximum of 3 cooking stages. The stages can combine microwave, convection, grill or dual cooking. Each stage can be programmed for up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds (99.99).
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 15 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS 10. Press the STOP key to release the memory setting mode. 9. Press the MEMORY key. x1 x1 Note: To change memory banks consecutively, press the desired NUMBER key prior to pressing the STOP key. After selecting the NUMBER key, follow the example on page 14. 2b. TO CHANGE THE REDUCE FACTORS The reduce factor is preset at 0.9.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 16 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS 2c. MEMORY CHECK You can check the information programmed into the memory, for example, time and power level. Before you check the memory programme ensure the oven has been released from the lock function. Example: To check the information programmed into NUMBER 6 key. (Programmed for 1 minute 15 seconds on 100% microwave power.) 1. Press the MEMORY key. x1 2.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 17 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) SUITABLE COOKWARE For microwaving, use only those utensils suitable for microwave cookery as indicated below. A variety of cookware can be used for microwaving. Round/oval dishes rather than square/oblong ones are recommended, as food in the corners tends to overcook. COOKWARE SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING GRILL CONVECTION DUAL COOKING Heat resistant glass, (e.g.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 18 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) SUITABLE COOKWARE COOKWARE SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING Aluminium foil & foil containers, made from "Micro Foil®". YES/NO Use small pieces of aluminium foil to shield food from overheating. Keep foil at least 2cm from the oven walls. Foil containers are not recommended unless specified by the manufacturer, eg. MicroFoil ®, follow instructions carefully.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 19 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION Piercing Food with skin (such as potatoes, apples, fish, chicken), or with membrane (such as the white and yolk of eggs, including boiled eggs), must be pierced in several places before cooking or reheating. If not, steam will build up and may cause food to explode.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 20 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) ADVICE FOR DEFROSTING Meat joints Place in a flan dish, turn over at least 4 - 5 times during defrosting, shield any warm areas with small, flat pieces of foil. After defrosting, wrap in foil and allow meat to stand for 60 - 90 minutes, until thoroughly defrosted.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 21 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) ADVICE FOR REHEATING WARNINGS: Oil & Fat: Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as this may lead to overheating and fire. Stand back when opening the oven door to allow heat or steam to disperse. When removing covers (such as cling film), opening roasting bags or popcorn packaging, direct steam away from face and hands.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 22 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) REHEATING CHARTS FOOD AMOUNT INITIAL TEMP CANNED FOODS REHEATING TIME COOKING MODE METHOD Baked Beans 420g Room 3 minutes 100% Place in a bowl, cover with cling film, stir halfway through cooking. Soup Thick/Thin 400g Room 3 mins 30 secs 100% Place in a bowl, cover with cling film, stir halfway through cooking.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 23 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) REHEATING CHARTS FOOD AMOUNT INITIAL TEMP REHEATING TIME COOKING MODE METHOD PREPARED DISHES Lasagne 300g Chilled 7 minutes Top Grill/70% Place in a dish, uncovered. Shepherds Pie 300g Chilled 9 minutes Top Grill/70% Place in a dish, uncovered. Potato Gratin 400g Chilled 7 minutes 100% Place on a plate, uncovered.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 24 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) REHEATING CHARTS FOOD AMOUNT INITIAL TEMP REHEATING TIME COOKING MODE METHOD BREAKFAST Porridge 225 g Chilled 2 minutes 100% Place in a bowl, uncovered. Scrambled Egg 125 g Chilled 1 min 20 secs 100% Place in a bowl, uncovered. Sausages (thick) 4 Chilled 4 minutes 70% Place on a plate, uncovered.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 25 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) COOKING CHARTS FOOD Beef: medium (Topside, Silverside) COOKING TIME COOKING MODE METHOD 15 - 16 mins 450g (1lb) 160°C 30% 1. Place fat side down in a flan dish. 2. Turn over half way through cooking and remove juice. 3. After cooking, wrap in foil and leave to stand for 5 minutes before serving. 17 - 18 mins 450g (1lb) 160°C 30% 1. Place fat side down in a flan dish. 2.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 26 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) COOKING CHARTS FOOD Chicken Breast Fillet Chilled (5°C) Crispy Crumb foods COOKING TIME COOKING MODE METHOD 20 minutes for 150g (1 fillet) 25 minutes for 450g (3 fillets) Top and Bottom Grills Pierce skin, place directly onto the turntable. Turn over halfway through cooking.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 27 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) COOKING CHARTS FOOD COOKING TIME COOKING MODE Gammon Steak 8 - 10 minutes for 100g 10 - 12 minutes for 225g Top and Bottom Grills METHOD Place directly onto the turntable. Turn over halfway through cooking. Chilled (5°C) Pizza (thin & deep) For 200g: 1st stage: 1 min 30 secs 2nd stage: 3 minutes 1. Top Grill/100% Remove all packaging. 2.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 28 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) COOKING CHARTS FOOD White Rice/ Pasta COOKING TIME COOKING MODE 14 - 15 minutes for 200g (7oz) 70% 21 mins 30 secs for 4 potatoes (250g each) 250°C 50% 1. Pierce each potato in several places. 2. Place on the edge of the turntable. 3. Stand for 3 - 4 minutes before serving. Fresh: 6 - 7 minutes for 2 cobs Frozen: 10 - 11 minutes for 2 cobs 100% 1.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 29 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) COOKING CHARTS FOOD Peas Room (20°C) Frozen (-18°C) New Potatoes COOKING TIME COOKING MODE METHOD Fresh: 3 mins 30 secs for 225g (8oz) Frozen: 4 mins 30 secs for 225g (8oz) 100% 1. Place in a dish, add 30ml (2tbsp) water. 2. Cover with microwave cling film, pierce in 4 - 5 places. 3. Stir halfway through cooking. 4. Stand for 1 - 2 minutes before serving.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 30 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) DEFROSTING CHARTS FOOD DEFROSTING TIME MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL Beef, Lamb Pork joints (uncooked) 22 - 23 minutes 450g (1lb) 10% 1. Place on a large plate. 2. Turn over 4 - 5 times during defrosting. Note: If necessary, small pieces of aluminium foil can be used to shield small pieces of meat which may become warm during defrosting. 3.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 31 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) DEFROSTING CHARTS FOOD DEFROSTING TIME MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL Bacon (uncooked) 9 - 10 minutes 450g (1lb) 10% 1. Place on a plate. 2. Separate and re-arrange twice during defrosting. 3. After defrosting, cover with aluminium foil and leave to stand for 5 - 10 minutes or until thoroughly defrosted.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 32 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) DEFROSTING CHARTS FOOD DEFROSTING TIME MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL 9 minutes 450g (1lb) 30% 1. Place on plate. Turn over twice during defrosting. Shield. 2. After defrosting, cover with foil and stand for 15 minutes or until thoroughly defrosted. 6 mins 30 secs 450g (1lb) 30% 1. Place on plate. Turn over twice and separate during defrosting. Shield. 2.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 33 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) CLEANING & MAINTENANCE OVEN INTERIOR Clean the microwave oven cavity after each use with a mild detergent solution on a soft cloth, pay special attention to the waveguide cover. WARNINGS: • Do not allow grease or dirt to build up on the door seals and adjacent parts as this may prevent the door from closing correctly and may cause a leakage of microwaves.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 34 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) TROUBLESHOOTING If you think the oven is not working properly there are some simple checks you can carry out yourself before calling an engineer. This will help prevent unnecessary service calls if the fault is something simple. Simply answer “YES” or “NO” to the following questions: 1.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 35 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Draught circulates around When oven is working, air circulates within the cavity. The door does not form an airtight seal, so it is normal for air to escape from the door. the door.
R-8740M O/M 5/15/01 12:42 PM Page 36 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) CALLING FOR SERVICE • If you are unable to resolve a problem using the checks covered on the last few pages, do not attempt to service this microwave oven yourself. • For general information & assistance with oven queries, please contact our Customer Information Centre: U.K.: 08705 274277 (office hours) Ireland: 01 676 0648 (office hours) Website: http://www.sharp.co.
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