R-290H (S)
Touch Control Microwave Oven
800 W Compact Microwave Oven with Stainless Steel Fascia and Generous 295 mm Turntable
Express Defrost Key with 3 Menus Powerful Output Power (800 W) for Quick and Efficient Cooking 6 One-Touch Instant Action Menus for Cooking and Reheating
4 Easy Defrost Menus Large, 4-Digit LCD Display Alarm Function Stylish Push Door Design

Specifications

Product appearance is subject to change.
Type Output power Cooking sequence Power levels Cooking timer Carousel turntable (diameter) Outside dimensions Minimum clearance for air circulation Weight
Touch Control Microwave Oven 800 W (IEC) * steps min 99 sec Glass (295 mm) 460 (W) x 275 (H) x 355 (D) mm 50 (sides) x 100 (top) x 50 (rear) mm Approx. 12 kg
Design and specifications are current as of October 2002, but are subject to change without prior notice. * 1 When tested in accordance with AS/NZS 2895. 1: 1995.
SHARP CORP. (Specification for Sharp Australia only)

MICROWAVE OVEN

R-290H(S) R-230F MODELS R-231F

CONTENTS

Warranty Warning Special Notes Installation Instructions Oven Diagram Operation of Control Panel Control Panel Display Touch Control Panel Layout Before Operating Getting Started Clock Setting Stop/Clear Manual Operations Microwave Time Cooking Sequence Cooking Instant Cook
OPERATION MANUAL and COOKING GUIDE
To Cancel a Programme During Cooking 6
Thank you for buying a Sharp Microwave Oven. Please keep this operation manual handy, as it describes all the features of your oven and will enable you to cook many varieties of foods. The manual is divided into two sections: 1.OPERATION This section describes your oven and teaches you how to use all the features. 2.COOKING GUIDES This section is at the back of the manual, it contains the more commonly used information such as how to prepare food, which cooking utensil to use, standing time. It also contains recipes for automatic cooking and manual cooking. Please take some time to read your operation manual carefully, paying particular attention to the warnings and special notes, the automatic cooking menus programmed into your new oven have been carefully developed to give optimum results when the step by step instructions are followed. When selecting another home appliance, please again consider our full range of Sharp products.
Increasing Time During a Cooking Programme 9 Automatic Operations Notes for Automatic Operations Instant Action Express Defrost Easy Defrost Other Convenient Features Less/More Setting Timer Child Lock Demonstration Mode Alarm Care and Cleaning Service Call Check Specifications Cooking Guides

WARRANTY

Consumer Electronic Products Congratulations on Your Purchase!
This Sharp product is warranted against faults in materials and manufacture for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of original purchase. If service is required during the warranty period, please contact your nearest Sharp Approved Service Centre. These repairs would be carried out at no charge to the owner, subject to the conditions specified herein. The owner is responsible for any transportation and insurance costs if the product has to be returned for repair. This warranty does not extend to accessories or defects or injuries caused by or resulting from causes not attributable to faulty parts or the manufacture of the product, including but not limited to, defect or injury caused by or resulting from misuse, abuse, neglect, accidental damage, improper voltage, liquid spillage, vermin infestation, software, or any alterations made to the product which are not authorised by Sharp. Please retain your sales documentation, as this should be produced to validate a warranty claim. This warranty is in addition to and in no way limits, varies or excludes any express and implied rights and remedies under any relevant legislation in the country of sale.
IMPORTANT DO NOT RETURN THIS PAGE TO SHARP
For your reference, please enter the particulars of your purchase below and retain, with your purchase documentation. Model No. Serial No. Date of Purchase Retailer
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AUSTRALIA

REGARDING YOUR LOCAL SHARP APPROVED SERVICE CENTRE CALL THE SHARP SERVICE REFERRAL CENTRE TOLL FREE 135 022
DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS (Eastern Standard Time)

NEW ZEALAND

CONTACT YOUR SELLING DEALER/RETAILER OR CALL SHARP CUSTOMER SERVICES telephone: 0111 FACSIMILE: 0113 or contact our web site

www.sharpnz.co.nz

or contact our web site

www.sharp.net.au

SHARP CORPORATION OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LIMITED ABN 1 Huntingwood Drive Blacktown NSW 2148 SHARP CORPORATION OF NEW ZEALAND LIMITED 59 Hugo Johnson Drive Penrose, Auckland
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This warranty applies only to products sold in Australia & New Zealand.

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. If materials inside the oven should ignite, or smoke is observed, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. To reduce the risk of an explosion or delayed eruptive boiling: Your microwave oven is capable of heating food and beverages very quickly therefore, it is very important that you select the appropriate cooking time and power level for the type and quantity of food to be heated. If you are unsure of the cooking time and power level required, begin with low cooking times and power levels until the food is sufficiently heated evenly throughout. Additionally: a. Do not place sealed containers in the oven. Babies bottles fitted with a screw cap or teat are considered to be sealed containers. b. Do not use excessive amount of time. c. When boiling liquids in the oven, use a wide-mouthed container. d. Stand at least for 20 seconds at the end of cooking to avoid delayed eruptive boiling of liquids. e. Stir the liquid before and during cooking. Use extreme care when handling the container or inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container. This oven is for home food preparation only and should only be used for heating, cooking and defrosting food and beverage. It is not suitable for commercial, laboratory use, or heating therapeutic devices eg. Wheat bags. Never operate the oven whilst any object is caught or jammed between the door and the oven. Do not try to adjust or repair the oven yourself. It is hazardous for anyone other than a qualified service technician trained by SHARP to carry out any service or repair operation. Especially those which involve the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy are very hazardous. Do not operate the oven if it is not working correctly or damaged until it has been repaired by a qualified service technician trained by SHARP. It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to: (1) Door (warped), (2) Hinges and Latches (broken or loosened), (3) Door Seals, Sealing Surfaces and oven cavity (buckled or deformed), (4) Burn marks on the door seal faces. Do not bump, or catch utensils, loose clothes and your accesories on the door safety latches when removing food from the oven. Never poke an object, particularly a metal object, through a grille or between the door and the oven while the oven is operating. Never tamper with or deactivate the door safety latches. Always use oven gloves to prevent burns when handling utensils that are in contact with hot food. Enough heat from the food can transfer through utensils to cause skin burns. Should the power supply cord become damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord supplied by a SERVICE CENTRE APPROVED BY SHARP. And it must be replaced by a qualified service technician trained by SHARP. If the oven lamp fails please consult your dealer or a qualified service technician trained by SHARP. Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from the face and hands. Slowly lift the furthest edge of a dish's cover and microwave plastic wrap and carefully open popcorn and oven cooking bags away from the face. Make sure that the power supply cord is undamaged, and that it does not run under the oven or over any hot surfaces or sharp edges. To prevent the turntable from breaking: a. Before cleaning the turntable with water, leave the turntable to cool. b. Do not place anything hot on a cold turntable. c. Do not place anything cold on a hot turntable. Do not place anything on the outer cabinet. This appliance must be earthed. Do not store food or any other items inside the oven. Make sure the utensil does not touch the interior walls during cooking. 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 young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

* Place meat directly on the turntable for cooking. * Use metal utensils for MICROWAVE cooking. Metal reflects microwave energy and may cause an electrical discharge known as arcing. * Use too much. * Shield food close to cavity walls. Sparking can damage the cavity. * Exceed the preheating time recommended by the manufacturer. Excessive preheating can cause the glass turntable to shatter and/or damage internal parts of the oven.

Aluminium foil

Browning dish
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove all packing materials from the oven cavity, (do not remove the waveguide cover, item 10 below), 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. Accessories provided 1) Turntable 2) Roller stay 3) Operation manual and Cooking guide 3. Locate the roller stay in the centre of the oven, then fit the turntable on the roller stay. Make sure the turntable and roller stay are centrally located and locked together. Refer to OVEN DIAGRAM below. NEVER operate the oven without the roller stay and turntable. 4. The oven should not be installed in any area where excessive heat and steam are generated, for example, next to a conventional oven unit. The oven should be installed so as not to block ventilation openings. When mounting on bench top : Allow at least 10cm on the top, 5cm on the both sides and at the rear of the oven for adequate air circulation. 5. Neither the manufacturer nor the distributors can accept any liability for damage to the machine or personal injury for failure to observe the correct electrical connecting procedure. The A.C. voltage must be single phase 230 240V, 50Hz. 6. Operate the oven from a general purpose domestic outlet. If a generator is used, do not operate the oven with non-sinusoidal outputs.

OVEN DIAGRAM

1. Door open button 2. Oven lamp 3. Door hinges 4. Door safety latches 5. See through door 6. Door seals sealing surfaces 7. Coupling
8. Control panel (See page 5) 9. Liquid crystal display 10. Waveguide cover 11. Power supply cord 12. Ventilation openings 13. Turntable 14. Roller stay
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 a cooking procedure is required.

Control Panel Display

Indicator
Touch Control Panel Layout
1.Fish Fillets 2.Chicken Fillets 3.Sausages / Minced Meat 1.Steak/Chops 2.Roast Meat 3.Poultry 4.Chicken Pieces

R-290H(S)

1. INSTANT ACTION PADS Press to cook or reheat 6 popular menus. 2. EXPRESS DEFROST PAD Press to select the Express Defrost menu. 3. EASY DEFROST PAD Press to select the Easy Defrost menu. 4. NUMBER PADS Press to enter cooking time, clock time, weight of food.

R-230F

5. POWER LEVEL PAD Press to select microwave power setting. If not pressed, HIGH is automatically selected. Press to alter the cooking result for automatic operations. 6. TIMER/CLOCK PAD Press to set clock, timer, child lock or demonstration mode.

R-231F

7. STOP/CLEAR PAD Press to clear during programming. Press once to stop operation of oven during cooking; press twice to cancel cooking programme. 8. INSTANT COOK/START PAD Press once to cook for 1 minute at 100% or increase by 1 minute multiples each time this pad is pressed during cooking. Press to start oven after setting programmes.

BEFORE OPERATING

Getting Started
Step Procedure Ensure the oven door is closed. Plug the oven into a power point and switch on the power. Flashing eights Press the STOP/CLEAR pad so that the oven beeps. Pad Order Display

STOP CLEAR

Only the dots will remain.

Clock Setting

* To enter the present time of day 11:34 (AM or PM). Step Procedure Press the TIMER/CLOCK pad. Pad Order

TIMER CLOCK

Display
Enter the correct time of day by pressing the numbers in sequence.
The dots (:) will flash on and off.
Press the TIMER/CLOCK pad again.
will appear in This is a 12 hour clock. If you attempt to enter an incorrect clock time (eg. 13:45), the display. Press the STOP/CLEAR pad and re-enter the time of day (eg. 1:45). If you wish to know the time of day during the cooking or timer mode, press the CLOCK pad. As long as your finger is pressing the CLOCK pad, the time of day will be displayed.

Stop/Clear

Press the STOP/CLEAR pad once to: 1. Stop the oven temporarily during cooking. 2. Clear if you make a mistake during programming.
To Cancel a Programme During Cooking
Press the STOP/CLEAR pad twice.

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.

Power level

10% (LOW)
Display Examples of foods typically cooked on microwave oven power level Keeping food warm
30% 50% 70% 100% (MEDIUM (MEDIUM) (MEDIUM (HIGH) LOW) HIGH) Cakes Defrosting Softening Casseroles Muffins Vegetables Slices Rice/Pasta Fruit butter Seafood
This variable cooking control allows you to select the rate of microwave cooking. If a power level is not selected, then 100% power is automatically used. * Suppose you want to time cook for 2 minutes 30 seconds on 100% power. Step Procedure Enter desired cooking time. Pad Order Display
Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad.

INSTANT COOK START

The timer begins to count down. To lower the power press the POWER LEVEL pad until desired power level is displayed. * Suppose you want to cook Fish Fillets for 10 minutes on 50% power. Step Procedure Enter desired cooking time. Pad Order Display
Select power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL pad as required (for 50% press three times).

POWER LEVEL

The timer begins to count down. If the door is opened during cooking process, the cooking time in the display automatically stops. The cooking time starts to count down again when the door is closed and the INSTANT COOK/START pad is pressed. If you wish to know the power level during cooking, press the POWER LEVEL pad. As long as your finger is pressing the POWER LEVEL pad, the power level will be displayed. If more than 20 minutes on 100% power is entered, the microwave power will be reduced after 20 minutes to avoid overheating.

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 Enter desired cooking time. Pad Order Display
Select desired power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL pad (for 50% press three times).
For second sequence, enter desired time for cooking time. If power is not selected the oven will operate at 100% power. Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad.
The timer begins to count down to zero. When it reaches zero,
the second sequence will appear and the timer will begin counting down to zero again.

Instant Cook

For your convenience Sharps Instant Cook allows you to easily cook for one minute on 100% power. Step Procedure Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad. Pad Order
Within 3 minutes of closing the door.
The timer begins to count down. Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad until desired time is displayed. Each time the pad is pressed, the cook time is increased by 1 minute.

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 Enter desired cooking time. Pad Order Display
The timer starts to count down.
Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad twice to increase the cooking time by two minutes.

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. may be If the details are not followed carefully, the food may be overcooked or undercooked or 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. To change the final cooking or defrosting result from the standard setting, press the POWER LEVEL pad once (for more) or twice (for less) after selecting desired setting. Refer to page 13. 4. 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. 5. To avoid children's misuse, each INSTANT ACTION pad can be used only within 3 minutes of a preceding operation. 6. To defrost foods above or below the weights allowed on the EXPRESS DEFROST MENU GUIDE, use EASY DEFROST or defrost manually. will be displayed if: 7. more or less than weight of foods suggested in EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE is programmed when the INSTANT COOK/START pad is pressed. To clear, press the STOP/CLEAR pad and reprogramme. 8. When entering the weight of the food, round off the weight to the nearest 0.1kg(100g). For example, 1.35kg would become 1.4kg.

Instant Action

The Instant Action allows you to cook or reheat several popular foods. Follow the instructions provided in INSTANT ACTION MENU GUIDE on page 4 of the cooking guides. * Suppose you want to cook 1 Jacket Potato. Step Procedure Press the JACKET POTATO pad until desired quantity is displayed (for 1 piece press once). Pad Order

BEVERAGE

Press the POWER LEVEL pad twice within 2 seconds.
(2) EXPRESS DEFROST / EASY DEFROST * Suppose you want to defrost 1.0kg of Chicken Pieces (Easy Defrost) for more time than the standard setting. Step Procedure Press the EASY DEFROST pad four times for Chicken Pieces. Pad Order
x4 Press the number pads to enter weight.
Press the POWER LEVEL pad once.
For EXPRESS DEFROST select the menu using the EXPRESS DEFROST pad instead of the EASY DEFROST pad in step 1, and go to step 3.
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 Enter desired time. Pad Order Display
Once the egg has come to the boil in the saucepan you can start the timer. Press the TIMER/CLOCK pad.
The timer begins to count down. When the timer reaches zero, the oven will "beep". will appear in the display.

Child Lock

If the oven is accidentally started with no food/liquid in the cavity, the oven could be damaged. To prevent accidents like this, your oven has a "Child Lock" feature that you can set when the oven is not in use. and finally press the INSTANT To set the Child Lock, press the TIMER/CLOCK pad, press number pad will appear in the display. COOK/START pad and hold for 3 seconds. The Control Panel is now locked, each time a pad is pressed, the display will show "SAFE". To unlock the control panel, press the TIMER/CLOCK pad, displayed and the oven is ready to use. and the STOP/CLEAR pad. The time of day is

Demonstration Mode

This feature is mainly for use by retail outlets, and also allows you to practice the key operation. To demonstrate, press the TIMER/CLOCK pad , press number pad and finally press the INSTANT COOK/ will appear in the display. START pad and hold for 3 seconds. Cooking operations can now be demonstrated with no power in the oven. For example, press INSTANT COOK/ and count down to zero at ten times the speed. When the timer START pad, and the display will show will appear in the display. reaches zero, To cancel, press the TIMER/CLOCK pad, and the STOP/CLEAR pad.
Your oven has an alarm function. If you leave food in the oven after cooking, the oven will "beep" 3 times after 2 minutes. If you do not remove the food at that time, the oven will "beep" 3 times after 4 minutes and 6 minutes.

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. Door: Wipe the door and window on both sides, the door seals and adjacent parts frequently with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Touch Control Panel: Wipe the panel with a cloth dampened slightly with water only. Do not scrub or use any sort of chemical cleaners. Avoid the use of excess water. Interior walls: To clean the interior surfaces, wipe with a soft cloth and warm water for hygienic reasons. After use wipe the waveguide cover in the oven with a soft damp cloth to remove any food splashes. Built-up splashes may overheat and begin to smoke or catch fire. Do not remove the waveguide cover. DO NOT USE A COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANER, ABRASIVE OR HARSH CLEANERS AND SCOURING PADS ON ANY PART OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN. NEVER SPRAY OVEN CLEANERS DIRECTLY ONTO ANY PART OF YOUR OVEN. Avoid using excess water. After cleaning the oven, ensure any water is removed with a soft cloth. Turntable/Roller Stay: Wash with mild soapy water and dry thoroughly.

SERVICE CALL CHECK

Please check the following before calling for service: 1. Does the display light up? YES _______ NO _______ 2. When the door is opened, does the oven lamp come on? YES _______ NO _______ 3. Place one cup of water (approx. 250 ml) in a glass measure in the oven and close the door securely. Oven lamp should go off if door is closed properly. Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad twice. A. Does the oven lamp come on? YES _______ NO _______ B. Does the cooling fan work? YES _______ NO _______ (Put your hand over the rear ventilation openings.) C. Does the turntable rotate? YES _______ NO _______ (The turntable can rotate clockwise or counterclockwise. This is quite normal.) D. After two minutes, did an audible signal sound and COOK indicator go off? YES _______ NO _______ E. Is the water inside the oven hot? YES _______ NO _______ If NO is the answer to any of the above questions, please check your wall socket and the fuse in your meter box. If both the wall socket and the fuse are functioning properly, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTRE APPROVED BY SHARP. NOTE: 1. If time in the display is counting down rapidly, check Demonstration Mode. (See page14 for details.) 2. If you cook the food over 20 minutes on 100%, the microwave power will be automatically reduced to avoid overcooking.

SPECIFICATIONS

AC Line Voltage AC Power Required Output Power Microwave Frequency Outside Dimensions Cavity Dimensions Oven Capacity Cooking Uniformity Weight R-230F R-231F Single phase 230240V, 50Hz 1.21 kW 800 W* (IEC test procedure) 2450 MHz** (Class B/Group 2) 460mm(W) x 275mm(H) x 355mm(D) 460mm(W) x 275mm(H) x 353mm(D) 322mm(W) x 212mm(H) x 336mm(D) 23 litre Turntable(295mm tray)system Turntable(272mm tray)system Approx. 12 kg R-290H(S)
* When tested in accordance with AS/NZS 2895.1.1995 ** This is the classification of ISM (Industrial, Scientific and Medical) equipment described in the International Standard CISPR11.

COOKING GUIDES

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

FEATURE Instant Action QUICK OPERATION GUIDE To cook 2 Jacket Potatoes.
FEATURE Variable Cooking control
QUICK OPERATION GUIDE To soften Cream Cheese or Butter for 40 seconds on 30%.

Cooking Time

To defrost 0.5kg of Chicken Fillets.

Menu Number

Just One Touch
INSTANT COOK Within 3 minutes of closing START the door
To defrost 1.0kg of Chicken Pieces.

Menu Number Weight

To set for 3 minutes.

For Instant Action.

For More setting For Less setting

x1 Within 2 seconds

To lock.
TIMER CLOCK INSTANT COOK START

Press for 3 seconds

To unlock.
For Express Defrost and Easy Defrost.
Menu Number Weight # For More setting For Less setting
POWER or POWER LEVEL LEVEL

To set for 11:45 am

TIMER CLOCK TIMER CLOCK
Express Defrost does not need to enter weight.

CONTENTS COOKING GUIDE

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 1

HELPFUL HINTS 2

COOKWARE AND UTENSIL GUIDE 3
INSTANT ACTION MENU GUIDE 4 1
EXPRESS DEFROST MENU GUIDE 5
EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE 6

CHART 7

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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. PIERCING Pierce potatoes, eggs, tomatoes or any foods with a skin or membrane to allow steam to escape.
TOMATO LID PLASTIC WRAP PAPER TOWEL 5. SHIELDING Shield using small pieces of aluminium foil to shield thin areas of meat, fish and poultry or edges of cakes to prevent overcooking.
6. STANDING TIME Standing time is important. After cooking or defrosting ensure adequate standing time. This allows the food to continue cooking or heating. Refer to cooking guides for each menu or according to manufacturers instructions. 8. SIZE Small pieces cook faster than large ones. To speed up cooking, cut pieces smaller than 5 cm so microwaves can penetrate to the centre from all sides. For even cooking, make all the pieces the same size. 10. FAT AND BONE Marbling within meat, or a thin, even layer of fat on a roast, speeds cooking. Large fatty areas or excess drippings in dish attract energy away from meat, and slows cooking. Centre bones do not affect cooking, but bone on the side of meat conducts heat to the areas next to it. 12. QUANTITY Microwave cooking times are directly related to the amount of food in the oven. Because energy is absorbed by the food itself, one potato or a single piece of chicken cooks rapidly. When the energy is divided among several items, cooking takes more time. 14. GENERAL Your microwave oven is capable of heating food and beverages very quickly therefore, it is very important that you select the appropriate cooking time and power level for the type and quantity of food to be heated. If you are unsure of the cooking time and power level required, begin with low cooking times and power levels until the food is sufficiently heated evenly throughout.

7. STIRRING FISH CHICKEN Stir foods from the outside to the centre of the dish, once or twice during cooking if possible. Eg. Casseroles and Sauces. 9. DENSITY The depth to which microwaves penetrate food varies depending on the food's density. Porous foods like minced beef or mashed potatoes microwave faster than dense ones like steak or whole potatoes. 11. STARTING TEMPERATURE Frozen or refrigerated foods take longer to heat than food at room temperature. Cooking times in this book are based on normal storage temperatures. Since rooms, refrigerators and freezers differ in temperature, check cooking result at the minimum time.
13.CONDENSATION Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking. The humidity and moisture in food will influence the amount of condensation in the oven. Generally, covered foods will not cause as much condensation as uncovered foods. Ensure that the ventilation openings are not blocked.
COOKWARE AND UTENSIL GUIDE

Utensil

GLASSWARE/CERAMIC (HEAT RESISTANT)

Advice

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 should be avoided when cooking in the microwave oven. Microwave energy is reflected by metal. Plastic wrap can be used to cover food. Some shrinkage of the wrap may occur, over an extended cooking time. When removing wrap, lift it in such a way to avoid steam burns. Do not tie oven bags with metal twist ties, substitute with string. For cooking food with high fat content, do not bring the wrap in contact with the food as it may melt.

METAL COOKWARE

PLASTIC WRAP/ OVEN BAGS

MICROWAVE SAFE ONLY

FOR SHIELDING NO

ALUMINIUM FOIL

Small amounts may be used to shield certain parts of meat and fish when cooking or defrosting. Remove food in foil trays, if possible, and place in a microwave safe dish. If not possible, place the foil tray onto a heat proof plate allowing 2.5 cm room between the walls of the oven. Excessive over heating of these materials may cause a fire in the microwave oven.

STRAW AND WOOD

Paper towels and waxed paper are suitable to use to prevent splatters. These are suitable for use when reheating foods or for short cooking times.
PLASTIC COOKWARE MICROWAVE SAFE
Ideal for cooking, reheating and defrosting. Some microwave safe plastic cookware are not suitable for cooking foods with high fat and sugar content.

hard vegetables medium vegetables soft vegetables hard vegetables medium vegetables soft vegetables

0.10.6 kg (0.1 kg)

18C Frozen
16 pieces 1 piece, approx. 150 g

3 - 10

Rice / Pasta includes: White Rice Dry Pasta Serve Rice/Pasta 1 serve
2 serves 3 serves 1 cup 11/2 cups 2 cups 3 cups 4 serves 2 cups 3 cups 4 cups
14 serves 1 serve, 1 /2 cup
approx. + 60C hot tap water or soup stock

/2 cup

Soup stock or Hot tap water 11/4 cups 11/2 cups for Rice Hot tap water for Pasta 2 cups 2 cups
EXPRESS DEFROST MENU GUIDE

NO. Menu

Fish Fillets

Quantity (kg's)

0.5
Place fish fillets on the defrost rack. The oven will "beep" and stop, CHECK will flash on and off. Turn over and separate into pieces. Press start to continue defrosting. After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil. Place chicken fillets on the defrost rack. The oven will "beep" and stop, CHECK will flash on and off. Break apart and turn over. Press start to continue defrosting. After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil.

Chicken Fillets 0.5

Sausages / Minced Meat 0.5
Place sausages / minced meat on the defrost rack. The oven will "beep" and stop, CHECK will flash on and off. Remove defrosted portions, turn over and shield edges with foil strips. Press start to continue defrosting. After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil.
NOTE: When freezing minced meat, shape it into flat even sizes. For fish fillets, chicken fillets and sausages, freeze separately in single flat layers and if necessary interleave with freezer plastic to separate layers. This will ensure even defrosting. It is also a good idea to label the packs with the correct weights.

EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE

Steak Chops

Quantity min-max (kg's)

0.1 - 1.5
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 will flash on and off. Remove defrosted pieces, turn over and shield the warm portions. Press start to continue defrosting. After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil. Place frozen minced meat on the defrost rack. Shield edges. The oven will "beep" and stop, CHECK will flash on and off. Remove defrosted portions, turn over and shield edges with foil strips. Press start to continue defrosting. After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil. Shield the edge with foil strips about 2.5cm wide. Place joint with lean side face upwards (if possible) on the defrost rack. The oven will "beep" and stop, CHECK will flash on and off. Turn over and shield the warm portions. Press start to continue defrosting. After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil. Remove from original wrapper. Shield wing and leg tips with foil. Place breast side down on the defrost rack. The oven will "beep" and stop, CHECK will flash on and off. Turn over and shield the warm portions. Press start to continue defrosting. After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil. N.B. After standing run under cold water to remove giblets if necessary. Shield the exposed bone with foil. Place chicken pieces on the defrost rack. The oven will "beep" and stop, CHECK will flash on and off. Remove defrosted pieces, turn over and shield the warm portions. Press start to continue defrosting. After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil.

5 - 20

Minced Meat Beef 0.1 - 1.5
Roast Meat Beef/Pork/Lamb

0.5 -1.5

5 - 30

Poultry

1.0 - 1.5

15 - 20

Chicken Pieces

5 - 15

Food not listed in the Guide can be defrosted using 30 % setting. NOTE: When freezing minced meat, shape it into flat even sizes. For chicken pieces, steaks and chop, freeze separately in single flat layers and if necessary interleave with freezer plastic to separate layers. This will ensure even defrosting. It is also a good idea to label the packs with the correct weights.

FRESH VEGETABLE CHART

VEGETABLE Artichokes * * * * * Asparagus Beans Broccoli Brussels sprouts Cabbage Carrots Cauliflower Chokos * Corn (on cob) Eggplant * Mushrooms Peas - Green - Snow * Potatoes (jacket) (steamed) * * Pumpkin Spinach Squash Sweet Potato Tomatoes * Zucchini AMOUNT 2 medium 250 g 250 g 500 g 500 g 250 g 250 g 500 g 500 g (2) 500 g 500 g 500 g 250 g 2 medium 4 small 2 medium 4 small 500 g 250 g 250 g 500 g 500 g 250 g Peel and cut into serving-size pieces. Place in a 1-litre casserole dish. Cover. Wash and shred. Cook, covered, in a 1.5-litre casserole dish with 2 tablespoons water. Wash and place in a 1 litre casserole dish with 1 tablespoon of butter or water. Cover. Pierce whole squash with a fork. Peel and cube potatoes. Cook, covered, in a 1-litre casserole dish with 1/2 cup water. Cut into quarters. Place in a 1-litre casserole dish. Season and cover. Cut into uniform-size pieces. Place in a 1-litre casserole dish with 1 tablespoon water and 1 tablespoon butter. Cover. 5-7 minutes 3-5 minutes 4-5 minutes 5-7 minutes 4-5 minutes 31/2-5 minutes COOKING PROCEDURE Trim. Rinse well. Place onto a dinner plate. Cover with plastic wrap. Wash and place in a freezer bag. Cut into 4cm pieces. Cook in 1-litre casserole dish with 1 tablespoon water. Cover. Cut into uniform florets. Arrange with flower towards centre in a pie plate. Cover with plastic wrap. Arrange in a pie plate. Arrange with stalk towards outside. Cover with plastic wrap. Shred and cook in a 1.5-litre casserole dish with 2 tablespoons water. Cover. Cut carrots into circular pieces and place into a 1-litre casserole dish with 1 tablespoon of water. Cover. Cut into uniform florets. Arrange with flower towards centre in a pie plate with 1 tablespoon water. Cover with plastic wrap. Peel, cut into quarters. Place in a pie plate with 1 tablespoon of water. Cover with plastic wrap. Arrange in a pie plate with 1/4 cup water. Cover with plastic wrap. Arrange in a pie plate with 1/3 cup water. Cover with plastic wrap. Cut into 2cm cubes. Place in a 1-litre casserole dish with 2 tablespoons water. Cover. Sliced or whole. Place in a 1-litre casserole dish with 2 teaspoons butter. Cover. Cook in a 1-litre casserole dish with 1 teaspoon sugar and 1 tablespoon water. Cover. Remove string from pod. Cook in a 1-litre casserole dish with 1 tablespoon water. Pierce skin with a fork. Place on turntable. Turn over halfway through cooking. Stand wrapped in foil for 2-3 minutes. Peel and cube potatoes. Cook, covered, in a 1-litre casserole dish with 1/2 cup water. MICROWAVE TIME AT 100% 31/2-5 minutes 2-3 minutes 3-4 minutes 6-7 minutes 3-4 minutes 3-5 minutes 3-4 minutes 4-5 minutes 6-7 minutes 7-9 minutes 14-15 minutes 4-5 minutes 5-7 minutes 2-4 minutes 21/2-31/2 minutes 4-6 minutes 5-7 minutes

*Stand vegetables for 1-2 minutes before serving.

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. VEGETABLE Beans (green, cut) Broccoli Brussels sprouts Carrots (whole) (sliced) Cauliflower Corn (on cob) (kernel) Peas (green) Spinach Mixed Vegetables WEIGHT 250 g 500 g 500 g 500 g 500 g 500 g 4 pieces (500 g) 250 g 250 g 250 g 250 g MICROWAVE TIME AT 100% 5-6 minutes 8-10 minutes 7-9 8-9 8-9 8-10 8-10 3-5 4-6 5-6 4-5 minutes minutes minutes minutes minutes minutes minutes minutes minutes SPECIAL PROCEDURES Break apart as soon as possible. Arrange with flower towards the centre.
Break apart as soon as possible. Arrange with flower towards the centre. Add 1/2 cup water and 1 teaspoon sugar. Turn 1/2 way during cooking. Add 3 tablespoons water and 1 teaspoon of butter.
Break apart as soon as possible.

REHEATING-FOOD CHART

FOOD Beverage 250 ml per cup (room temp.) Canned food (eg. Spaghetti, Baked Beans) (room temp.) Canned Soup 250 ml per cup (room temp.) Dinner Plate-400 g per serve (refrigerated) Casserole 250 g per serve (refrigerated) WEIGHT 1 cup 2 cups 440 g can 740 g can COOKING TIME AND POWER LEVEL 11/2-21/2 minutes on 100% 31/2-4 minutes on 100% 9-10 minutes on 50% 10-11 minutes on 50% Stir after reheating. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Place food in bowl. Cover with plastic wrap or lid. Stir halfway through cooking. Stir after reheating. Place food in bowl. Cover with plastic wrap or lid. Stir after reheating. Cover plate with plastic wrap. Place directly on turntable. Stand 2 minutes. * Slice potato. Place in a casserole dish, cover with lid. Place directly on turntable. Stir halfway through cooking. Stand 2-3 mins. NOTE: Room Temperature Refrigerator Temperature +20C +3C

1 cup 2 cups 1 serve

2-21/2 minutes on 100% 5-6 minutes on 100% 7-8 minutes on 50%

1 serve 2 serves

8-9 minutes on 50% 12-15 minutes on 50%