Sharp R3730A Operating instructions

Brand: Sharp

Model: R3730A

Category: Microwaves

Type: Operating instructions

This manual is also suitable for

R3-730A

ENGLISH

STOP START

R-3730

+1min

MANUELLER

BETRIEB

LEISTUNG

AUFTAUEN

TON

SPEICHERN

1 MINUTE

LÄNGER

ZEIT-

SCHALTUHR

ZEIT

VERKÜRZEN

Important

R-3730-A

MICROWAVE OVEN

OPERATION MANUAL

900 W (IEC 60705)

OPERATION MANUAL

This operation manual contains important information which you should read carefully

before using your microwave oven.

IMPORTANT: There may be a serious risk to health if this operation manual is not followed

or if the oven is modified so that it operates with the door open.

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Enjoy using your microwave oven and trying out the delicious recipes.

Congratulations on acquiring your new microwave oven which from now on will make your kitchen

chores considerably easier.

You will be pleasantly surprised by the kinds of things you can do with your microwave oven.

Not only can you use it for rapid defrosting or heating up of food, you can also prepare whole meals.

We advise you to read the cookery book guide and operating instructions carefully.

You will then easily understand how to use your oven.

Dear Customer,

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A. Information on Disposal for Users

(private households)

1. In the European Union

Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use

the ordinary dust bin!

Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately

and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment,

recovery and recycling of used electrical and electronic equipment.

Following the implementation by member states, private households

within the EU states may return their used electrical and electronic

equipment to designated collection facilities free of charge*.

In some countries* your local retailer may also take back your old

product free of charge if you purchase a similar new one.

*) Please contact your local authority for further details.

If your used electrical or electronic equipment has batteries or

accumulators, please dispose of these separately beforehand

according to local requirements.

By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure that the

waste undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling

and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and

human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate

waste handling.

2. In other Countries outside the EU

If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local

authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.

For Switzerland: Used electrical or electronic equipment can be

returned free of charge to the dealer, even if you don’t purchase a

new product. Further collection facilities are listed on the homepage

of www.swico.ch or www.sens.ch.

B. Information on Disposal for Business Users

1. In the European Union

If the product is used for business purposes and you want to discard

it:

Please contact your SHARP dealer who will inform you about the

take-back of the product. You might be charged for the costs arising

from take-back and recycling. Small products (and small amounts)

might be taken back by your local collection facilities.

For Spain: Please contact the established collection system or your

local authority for take-back of your used products.

2. In other Countries outside the EU

If you wish to discard of this product, please contact your local

authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Attention:

Your product is

marked with this

symbol.

It means that used

electrical and

electronic products

should not be

mixed with general

household waste.

There is a separate

collection system for

these products.

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ENGLISH

CONTENTS

OVEN AND ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

CONTROL PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 6

INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

BEFORE OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 8

COOKING WITH PRE-PROGRAMMED MEMORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

PRE-SET MEMORY CHART. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

TIME REDUCE COOKING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

MANUAL COOKING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

MICROWAVE COOKING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

DEFROSTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 - 16

CARE AND CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

SERVICE CALL CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

COOKBOOK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 - 26

SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

SERVICE ADDRESSES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 - 34

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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES

1 Door

2 Door hinges

3 Oven lamp

4 Waveguide cover

5 Control panel

6 Door opening button

7 Door lock openings

8 Coupling

9 Oven cavity

10 Door seals and sealing surfaces

11 Door safety latches

12 Ventilation openings

13 Outer cabinet

14 Power supply cord

ACCESSORIES:

Check to make sure the following

accessories are provided:

(15) Turntable (16) Roller stay

Place the turntable support in the centre of

the oven floor so that it can freely rotate

around the coupling. Place the turntable

onto the turntable support so that it locates

firmly into the coupling.

To avoid turntable damage, ensure dishes

or containers are lifted clear of the turntable

rim when removing them from the oven.

NOTE: When you order accessories, please

mention two items: part name and model

name to your dealer or SHARP authorised

service agent.

Coupling

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ENGLISH

CONTROL PANEL

1. DIGITAL DISPLAY

2. INDICATORS:

These indicators will light corresponding

with below symbols

: Time reduce

: Memory

: Manual

: Percentage (for microwave

power level)

: Lock (showing oven lock is set)

: Cook (showing oven in operation)

OPERATION KEYS:

3. NUMBER keys for time and memory

programming

4. START key

5. DOOR OPENING button

6. STOP key

7. TIME REDUCE key

8. MEMORY key

9. SOUND key

10. TIMER key

11. DEFROST key

12. +1min key

13. M ICROWAVE POWER key

To change the microwave power setting

14. MANUAL key

STOP START

R-3730

min

MANUELLER

BETRIEB

LEISTUNG

AUFTAUEN

TON

SPEICHERN

1 MINUTE

LÄNGER

ZEIT-

SCHALTUHR

ZEIT

VERKÜRZEN

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To avoid the danger of fire.

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.

This oven is not designed to be built into a kitchen

unit.

The electrical outlet must be readily accessible so that

the unit can be unplugged easily in an emergency.

The AC power supply must be 230V, 50Hz, with a

minimum 10A distribution line fuse, or a minimum

10A distribution circuit breaker.

It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only

this appliance be provided.

Do not place the oven in areas where heat is

generated. For example, close to a conventional oven.

Do not install the oven in an area of high humidity

or where moisture may collect.

Do not store or use the oven outdoors.

If food being heated begins to smoke,

DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR. Turn off and

unplug the oven and wait until the food

has stopped smoking. Opening the door

while food is smoking may cause a fire

Use only microwave-safe containers and

utensils. See pages 18 - 19

Do not leave the oven unattended when

using disposable plastic, paper or other

combustible food containers

Clean the waveguide cover, the oven

cavity, the turntable and roller stay after

use. These must be dry and free from

grease. Built-up grease may overheat

and begin to smoke or catch fire.

Do not place flammable materials near the oven

or ventilation openings. Do not block the ventilation

openings.

Remove all metallic seals, wire twists, etc., from food

and food packages. Arcing on metallic surfaces may

cause a fire. Do not use the microwave oven to heat

oil for deep frying. The temperature cannot be

controlled and the oil may catch fire.

To make popcorn, use only special microwave

popcorn makers.

Do not store food or any other items inside the oven.

Check the settings after you start the oven to ensure

the oven is operating as desired.

See the corresponding hints in this operation

manual and the cookery book section.

To avoid the possibility of injury

WARNING:

Do not operate the oven if it is damaged or

malfunctioning. Check the following before use:

a) The door; make sure the door closes properly

and ensure it is not misaligned or warped.

b) The hinges and safety door latches; check to

make sure they are not broken or loose.

c) The door seals and sealing surfaces; ensure that

they have not been damaged.

d) Inside the oven cavity or on the door; make sure

there are no dents.

e) The power supply cord and plug; ensure that

they are not damaged.

Never adjust, repair or modify the oven

yourself. 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.

Do not operate the oven with the door open or alter

the door safety latches in any way.

Do not operate the oven if there is an object

between the door seals and sealing surfaces.

Do not allow grease or dirt to build up on

the door seals and adjacent parts. Follow

instructions for “Care and Cleaning”,

Page 17.

Individuals with PACEMAKERS should check with

their doctor or the manufacturer of the pacemaker

for precautions regarding microwave ovens.

To avoid the possibility of electric shock

Under no circumstances should you remove the

outer cabinet.

Never spill or insert any objects into the door lock

openings or ventilation openings. In the event of a

spill, turn off and unplug the oven immediately, and

call an authorised SHARP service agent.

Do not immerse the power supply cord or plug in

water or any other liquid.

Do not let the power supply cord hang over the

edge of a table or work surface.

Keep the power supply cord away from heated

surfaces, including the rear of the oven.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not attempt to replace the oven lamp yourself or

allow anyone who is not an electrician authorised by

SHARP to do so. If the oven lamp fails, please consult

your dealer or an authorised SHARP service agent.

If the power supply cord of this appliance is

damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord.

The exchange must be made by an authorised

SHARP service agent.

To avoid the possibility of explosion and

sudden boiling:

WARNING: Liquids and other foods must

not be heated in sealed containers since

they are liable to explode.

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.

Take care when microwaving liquids. Use a wide-

mouthed container to allow bubbles to escape.

Never heat liquids in narrow necked

containers such as baby bottles, as this

may result in the contents erupting from

the container when heated and cause

burns.

To prevent sudden eruption of boiling liquid and

possible scalding:

1. Stir liquid prior to heating/reheating.

2. It is advisable to insert a glass rod or similar

utensil into the liquid whilst reheating.

3. Let liquid stand in the oven at the end of cooking

time to prevent delayed eruptive boiling.

Do not cook eggs in their shells, and whole

hard boiled eggs should not be heated in

microwave ovens since they may

explode even after microwave cooking

has ended. To cook or reheat eggs which

have not been scrambled or mixed,

pierce the yolks and the whites, or the

eggs may explode. Shell and slice hard

boiled eggs before reheating them in the

microwave oven.

Pierce the skin of such foods as potatoes, sausages

and fruit before cooking, or they may explode.

To avoid the possibility of burns

Use pot holders or oven gloves when removing

food from the oven to prevent burns.

Always open containers, popcorn makers, oven

cooking bags, etc., away from the face and hands

to avoid steam burns.

To avoid burns, always test food

temperature and stir before serving and

pay special attention to the temperature

of food and drink given to babies,

children or the elderly.

Temperature of the container is not a true indication of

the temperature of the food or drink; always check

the food temperature.

Always stand back from the oven door when opening

to avoid burns from escaping steam and heat.

Slice stuffed baked foods after heating to release

steam and avoid burns.

Keep children away from the door to prevent them

burning themselves.

To avoid misuse by children

WARNING: Only allow children to use the

oven without supervision when adequate

instructions have been given so that the

child is able to use the oven in a safe way

and understands the hazards of improper

use.

This appliance is not intended for

use by persons (including children)

with reduced physical, sensory or

mental capabilities, or lack of experience

and knowledge, unless they have

been given supervision or instruction

concerning use of the appliance by a

person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure

that they do not play with the appliance.

Do not lean or swing on the oven door. Do not play

with the oven or use it as a toy.

Children should be taught all important safety

instructions: use of pot holders, careful removal

of food coverings; paying special attention to

packaging (e.g. self-heating materials) designed to

make food crisp, as they may be extra hot.

Other warnings

Never modify the oven in any way.

Do not move the oven while it is in operation.

This oven is for home food preparation only and may

only be used for cooking food. It is not suitable for

commercial or laboratory use.

To promote trouble-free use of your oven

and avoid damage.

Never operate the oven when it is empty.

When using a browning dish or self-heating material,

always place a heat-resistant insulator such as a

porcelain plate under it to prevent damage to the

turntable and roller stay due to heat stress. The

preheating time specified in the dishes instructions

must not be exceeded.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION

1. Remove all packing materials from the inside of

the oven cavity. Discard the loose polythene

sheet from between the door and cavity.

Remove the feature sticker, if attached, from the

outside of the door.

2. Check the oven carefully for any signs of

damage.

3. Place the oven on a flat, level surface strong

enough to support the oven’s weight plus the

heaviest item likely to be cooked.

4. Ensure there is a minimum of free space

above the oven of 19 cm.

5. Do not stack this oven.

6. Securely connect the plug of the oven to a

standard earthed (grounded) household

electrical outlet.

19 cm

Do not use metal utensils, which reflect microwaves

and may cause electrical arcing. Do not put cans in

the oven.

Use only the turntable and the roller stay designed

for this oven. Do not operate the oven without the

turntable.

To prevent the turntable from breaking:

(a) Before cleaning the turntable with water, leave

the turntable to cool.

(b) Do not put hot foods or hot utensils on a cold

turntable.

Do not place anything on the outer cabinet during

operation.

NOTE:

If you are unsure how to connect your oven, please

consult an authorised, qualified electrician.

Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer can accept

any liability for damage to the oven or personal

injury resulting from failure to observe the correct

electrical connection procedure.

Water vapour or drops may occasionally form on

the oven walls or around the door seals and sealing

surfaces. This is a normal occurrence and is not an

indication of microwave leakage or a malfunction.

Remove this film.

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BEFORE OPERATION

LOCK FUNCTION

• Your oven has a lock function. The lock

will be set when the oven is plugged in,

and opened the door. When the lock is set, the

digital display will show the LOCK indicator.

You can use all functions except for the

MEMORY key.

• To release the lock function, press the MANUAL

key and hold for 2 seconds until the audible

sound is heard. LOCK indicator will disappear

and you can use the MEMORY key. To lock the

oven press the MANUAL key and hold for 2

seconds.

• Your oven is already installed with 30 cooking

programmes for apetito products in each

number key. The first 20 programmes cannot be

changed.

• The input is cancelled when any keys are not

pressed for more than 3 minutes.

SOUND SETTING

• If you wish the oven to operate with no sound,

press the MANUAL key and then the SOUND

key once. When you hear the signal your oven

will operate without sound. To restore sound,

press the MANUAL key and then the SOUND

key again and the signal will sound twice.

STOPPING THE OVEN

•

will appear on the display after the time

reaches zero (e.g. at the end of the cooking

time). If you press the STOP key twice during

cooking,

appears in the display.

• If you wish to stop the oven during cooking:

Press the STOP key once or open the door.

To start the oven again, close the door and press

the START key within 1 minute.

• If you wish to cancel a programme during

cooking, press the STOP key twice.

• If you wish to erase a mistake during

programming, press STOP key once.

STOP

Your oven comes pre-set for Energy Save Mode.

This facility saves electricity when the oven is not in use.

When you first plug it in nothing will appear in the digital display.

To operate the oven in Energy Save Mode:

1. Plug in the oven. Nothing will appear in the display at this time.

2. Open and close the door. The oven display will show “.0” and the LOCK indicator. (See LOCK

FUNCTION.)

In Energy Save Mode, if you do not operate the oven for 3 minutes or more (i.e. closing the door,

pressing the STOP key, or at the end of cooking), you will not be able to operate the oven until you

open and close the oven door.

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Example: Suppose you want to reheat frozen apetito menu by using MEMORY 1.

Follow instructions on the apetito guide.

COOKING WITH PRE-PROGRAMMED MEMORIES

1. Press the NUMBER key 1.

Display will count down

through the cooking time.

2. Press the START key.

START

PRE-SET MEMORY CHART

Memory No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Total Cooking 15’00” 17’30” 17’00” 18’00” 17’30” 15’30” 16’00” 16’00” 16’00” 16’30”

Time

Reduce Factor 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.96

Memory No. 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Total Cooking 16’00” 13’00” 15’00” 17’30” 15’00” 14’00” 15’00” 13’00” 17’00” 15’30”

Time

Reduce Factor 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.96

Memory No. 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

Total Cooking 13’00” 14’00” 10’00” 19’30” 15’00” 8’00” 6’12” 1’11” 5’30” 5 ’50”

Time

Reduce Factor 0.96 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.92 0.93 0.92 0.85 0.85

Note: The correct Memory number for each menu is mentioned on the cover of each apetito-menu.

• The oven has 30 memory banks (1 - 30). The

programme numbers of memory are made

especially for deep-frozen menus of apetito.

• The total cooking times for each memory bank

are shown in the table on page 8. The memory

banks 21 - 30 can be changed individually if

required (see page 14).

•

In addition for all memory banks a reduce factor

is stored. When you prefer a little under finish,

it is recommended to use the REDUCE function.

The reduce factor is separatly made for each

programme. The stored reduce factor for 21 - 30

can also be changed individually if required (see page 15).

• 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.

Batteries are not necessary for this type of memory.

• To check the stored programmes or reduce

factors refer to “memory check” on page 16.

COOKING WITH PRE-PROGRAMMED MEMORIES

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TIME REDUCE COOKING

ENGLISH

When you prefer a little under finish, it is recommended to use the REDUCE function. This will shorten the total

cooking time.

Reduced cooking time = total cooking time x reduce factor.

Example: Suppose you want to reheat frozen Apetito menu by using MEMORY 1 with the time reduce setting.

• Your oven can be programmed for up to 3 cooking sequences. You can enter cooking time up to 99 minutes

99 seconds for each stage. (See page 12 for details.)

• To input manual cooking

1. Press the MANUAL key.

2. Enter cooking time.

3. Select desired power level.

4. Press the START key.

• During cooking mode, the oven stops when the door is opened, and the programme is cancelled if the

START key is not pressed within 1 minute after the door is closed.

• Before cooking check the suitable utensils on pages 18 - 19.

1. Press the TIME

REDUCE key.

MANUAL COOKING

2. Press the NUMBER

key 1.

3. Press the START key.

Display will count down

through the cooking time.

MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS

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:

100 % - (900 W) used for fast cooking or

reheating e.g. soup, casseroles, canned food, hot

beverages, vegetables, fish, etc.

70 % - (630 W) used for longer cooking of dense

foods such as roast joints, meat loaf and plated

meals, also for sensitive dishes such as cheese sauce

and sponge cakes. At this reduced setting, the sauce

will not boil over and food will cook evenly without

over cooking at the sides.

50 % - (450 W) for dense foods which require a

long cooking time when cooked conventionally, eg.

beef dishes, it is advisable to use this power setting

to ensure the meat will be tender.

30 % - (270 W Defrost setting) to defrost, select this

power setting, to ensure that the dish defrosts evenly.

This setting is also ideal for simmering rice, pasta,

dumplings and cooking egg custard.

10 % - (90 W) for gentle defrosting, eg. cream

gateaux or pastry.

0 % - (0 W) for setting standing time.

No microwave power.

START

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MICROWAVE COOKING

Your oven has 6 preset power levels.

Press MICROWAVE key x1 x2 x3 x4 x5 x6

Microwave power level 100 % 70 % 50 % 30 % 10 % 0 %

Example: Suppose you want to cook for 2 minutes 30 seconds on 50 %.

Notes:

• Once the oven has started you can find out the power level you have programmed by pressing the

MICROWAVE POWER key. The power level will appear on the display. This will not affect the

programme or the cooking time.

• If the power level is not selected, 100 % is automatically set.

1. Press the

MANUAL key.

2. Enter desired cooking time. 3. Enter the desired power level 50% by

pressing the MICROWAVE POWER

key 3 times.

4. Press the START key.

Display will count down

through the cooking time.

x1 x1

START

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Example: Suppose you want to defrost for 7 minutes 30 seconds.

NOTE:

Allow food to stand a few minutes after defrosting to equalise the temperature for better cooking results.

Check food after standing. If additional time is needed, continue to defrost with the DEFROST key.

Foods that are the same thickness throughout defrost better. If foods have varied thickness, it may be

necessary to shield the thin edges with small flat pieces of aluminium foil to prevent over-defrosting.

Refer to the defrosting table on page 25.

1. Press the

MANUAL key.

2. Enter desired defrosting time. 3. Press the DEFROST key.

4. Press the START key.

Display will count down

through the defrosting time.

START

x1 x1

DEFROSTING

ENGLISH

You can defrost many kinds of foods by using the DEFROST key. The DEFROST key is programmed

on 30-% power level.

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OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

1. MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING

This facility enables continued and uninterrupted operation of up to three different sequences.

Example: Suppose you want to cook: 2 minutes 30 seconds on 70-% microwave power (Stage 1)

5 minutes on 50-% microwave power (Stage 2)

Notes:

• You can programme a pause when you programme 2 cooking sequences (Stage 1 ➝ Pause ➝ Stage 2).

To set the pause, press the NUMBER 0 Key and MICROWAVE POWER key once, after setting

stage 1. The oven will keep the programme during the pause. After pause, you must press the START

key to resume cooking.

1. Press the

MANUAL key.

STAGE 1

2. Enter desired cooking time. 3. Enter desired power level 70 % by

pressing the MICROWAVE POWER

key twice.

6. Press the START

key.

Display will count

down through the

cooking time.

START

STAGE 2

4. Enter desired cooking

time.

5. Enter desired power

level 50-% by pressing

the MICROWAVE

POWER key 3 times.

x1 x1

x1 x1 x1

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OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

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2. MINUTE PLUS FUNCTION

The +1min key allows you to operate the two following functions:

a. Microwave 100 % cooking

You can cook for 1 minute on 100 % easily.

Example: Suppose you want to cook for 2 minutes on 100 % microwave power.

b. Extend the cooking time

You can extend the cooking time for multiples of 1 minute if the key is pressed while the oven is in

operation.

NOTE:

You cannot use this function during cooking with the pre-programmed memories of apetito products.

1. Press the

MANUAL key.

Display will count down

through the cooking time.

2. Press the +1min

key twice.

3. TIMER FUNCTION

You can use the timer for timing where microwave cooking is not involved, for example, to time

boiled eggs cooked on a conventional hob.

Example: To set the timer for 5 minutes.

2. Press the MANUAL key. 3. Enter desired time.

5. Press the START key. Check the display.

START

x1 x1 x1

4. Press the TIMER key.

1. Open and close the

door to activate the

TIMER function.

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OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

4. Memory programme entry

You can change, if you need, the memory programmes for 10 memory banks (21 - 30).

You can programme for up to 3 cooking sequences and you can enter cooking time up to 99 min

99 sec. for each stage.

For details setting programmes, see page 8.

Before you change the memory programme ensure that the oven is not in the lock function.

If you personnally have the wish to change the programmes, please consider that after changing

the programme, the best preparation time for apetito menus is no longer guaranteed.

4a. TO OVERWRITE TIME AND POWER LEVEL OF MEMORY

Example: Suppose you want to change the programme for Memory 23 as follows:

4 minutes on 50 % microwave power (Stage 1)

2 minutes on10 % microwave power (Stage 2)

1. Press the MEMORY

key and hold for

5 seconds until the

singal sounds twice.

MEMORY indicator

light will come on.

2. Select the memory

number. To programme

23 simply press the

NUMBER 3 key to

change the flashing

number 1.

STAGE 1

4. Enter desired cooking time.

x1 and hold

for 5 seconds

STAGE 2

6. Enter desired cooking time. 7. Press the MICROWAVE

POWER key 5 times for

10-% power.

5. Press the

MICROWAVE POWER

key 3 times for 50 %

power.

3. Press the

MANUAL key.

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Notes:

• To select memory number 30, press the NUMBER keys 3 and 0, or simply press the NUMBER key 0.

• If you wish to change other preset memory programmes continually, press desired memory number key

prior to setting the STOP key. After selecting the memory number, follow the above example.

• The preset reduce factors of the memory banks are suitable for each cooking programme.

It is recommended to change it corresponding with new programmes you set.

8. Press the MEMORY key.

9. Press the STOP key to release

the memory setting mode.

Notes:

• To select memory number 30, press the NUMBER keys 3 and 0, or simply press the NUMBER key 0.

• The reduce factor can be set from 0.00 to 0.99.

• If you wish to change the reduce factor in other memories continually, press desired memory number key

prior to pressing the STOP key. After selecting the memory number, follow the above example.

4b. TO CHANGE THE REDUCE FACTORS

The reduce factors are preset for each memory programme separately, but you can alter the factor to suit

your needs.

For preset reduce factor, see page 8.

Example: Suppose you want to reduce the factor in MEMORY 23 (0.96) to 0.9.

1. Press the MEMORY key and hold for

5 seconds until the singal sounds twice.

MEMORY indicator light will come on.

2. Press the

TIME REDUCE key.

x1 and hold for

5 seconds

3. Select the MEMORY number. Press

the NUMBER 3 key to change the

flashing number 1.

5. Press the MEMORY key. 6. Press the STOP key to release

the memory setting mode.

4. Set the reduce factor.

x1 x1

STOP

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5. 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 released from the lock function.

NOTE:

• To cancel MEMORY CHECK, press the STOP key.

• If you wish to check other memory programmes continually repeat steps 2 and 3 prior to pressing the

STOP key.

• To check the reduce factor, press the TIME REDUCE key before pressing memory number key.

CHECKING TIME AND POWER LEVEL

Example: Suppose you want to know the information programmed into MEMORY 28, programmed for

56 seconds on 100 % for the first sequence and 15 seconds on 30 % for the second

sequence.

1. Press the MEMORY

key.

2. Select the memory number.

The programme will appear.

STAGE 1

3. Press the MEMORY

key again.

STAGE 2

OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

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CARE AND CLEANING

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CAUTION: DO NOT USE COMMERCIAL OVEN

CLEANERS, STEAM CLEANERS, ABRASIVE,

HARSH CLEANERS, ANY THAT CONTAIN

SODIUM HYDROXIDE OR SCOURING PADS ON

ANY PART OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN.

CLEAN THE OVEN AT REGULAR INTERVALS

AND REMOVE ANY FOOD DEPOSITS. Failure

to maintain your oven in a clean condition

could adversely affect the life of the oven

and possibly result in a hazardous situation.

Oven exterior

The outside of your oven can be easily cleaned with

mild soap and water. Make sure that the soap is wiped off

with a moist cloth, and dry the exterior with a soft towel.

Control panel

Open the door before cleaning to de-activate the control

panel. Care should be taken in cleaning the control

panel. Using a cloth dampened with water only, gently

wipe the panel until it becomes clean. Avoid using

excessive amounts of water. Do not use any sort of

chemical or abrasive cleaner.

Oven Interior

1. For cleaning, wipe any splatters or spills with a soft

damp cloth or sponge after each use while the oven is

still warm. For heavier spills, use mild soap and wipe

several times with a damp cloth until all residues are

removed.

2. Make sure that mild soap or water do not penetrate

the small vents in the walls which may cause damage

to the oven.

3. Do not use spray type cleaners on the oven interior.

Turntable and Roller stay

Remove the turntable and roller stay from the oven.

Wash the turntable and roller stay in mild soapy water.

Dry with a soft cloth. Both the turntable and the roller stay

are dishwasher safe.

Door

To remove all trace of dirt, regularly clean both sides of the

door, the door seals and surfaces with a soft, damp cloth.

Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers

to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the

surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.

NOTE: A steam cleaner should not be used.

Please check the following before calling for service.

1. Power Supply

Check the power plug is properly connected to a suitable wall outlet.

Check the line fuse/circuit breaker is functioning properly.

2. Place a cup of water (approx. 150 ml) in the oven and close the door securely.

Programme the oven for one minute on 100 % power and start the oven.

Does the oven lamp come on? YES NO

Does the turntable rotate? YES NO

NOTE: The turntable turns in either direction.

Does the ventilation work? YES NO

(Place your hand over the ventilation openings and check for air flow.)

After 1 minute does the signal sound? YES NO

Does cooking in progress indicator go off? YES NO

Is the cup with water warm after the above operation? YES NO

If you answer “No” to any of the above questions, call a Service Technician appointed by SHARP and

report the results of your check. See inside back cover for details of address.

IMPORTANT: If the display shows nothing even if the power supply plug is properly connected, the

energy save mode may be in operation. Open and close the oven door to operate the oven. See page 7

NOTE: If you cook the food over the standard time with only 100 %, the power of the oven will lower

automatically to avoid overheating. (The microwave power level will be reduced).

Cooking Mode

Microwave 100 % cooking

Standard time

40 minutes

SERVICE CALL CHECK

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