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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION
WARNING:
Inspect the Oven:
• Check the oven carefully for damage
before and regularly after installation.
• Make sure the door closes properly,
that it is not misaligned or warped.
• Check the hinges and door safety
latches are not broken or loose.
• Ensure the door seal and sealing
surfaces are not damaged. If the door
or door seals are damaged, the oven
must not be operated until it has been
repaired by a competent person.
• Inspect the oven interior and door for
dents.
IMPORTANT:
If any damage is apparent, do not operate
the oven in any way, until it has been
repaired by a SHARP trained engineer.
1. Remove all packing materials including the
feature sticker (if applicable). The waveguide
cover prevents food and grease from
entering the waveguide area where it could
cause damage. DO NOT REMOVE THE
WAVEGUIDE COVER.
2. The oven door will become hot during
cooking. Place or mount the oven so that the
bottom of the oven is 85cm or more above
the floor. Ensure the surface or mounting
Pacemaker: If you have a heart pacemaker,
consult your doctor or the pacemaker
manufacturer prior to oven use.
consult your doctor or the pacemaker
manufacturer prior to oven use.
Oven Use:
• The oven is for domestic food use only.
• Never operate when empty, except as directed in
• The oven is for domestic food use only.
• Never operate when empty, except as directed in
the NOTE of “Grill cooking” section on page 12.
• 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.
with the door safety latches.
• Never operate the oven with any object caught
in the door.
• Do not insert fingers or objects in the holes of
the door latches or air-vent openings as this may
damage the oven and cause an electric shock.
damage the oven and cause an electric shock.
• If water or food drops inside the air vent
openings switch the oven off immediately,
unplug it and call a SHARP approved service
facility. (See page 33).
unplug it and call a SHARP approved service
facility. (See page 33).
• Never move the oven while it is operating.
• The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, turntable,
• The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, turntable,
dishes, accessories and especially the grill will
become very hot during operation. Care
become very hot during operation. Care
should be taken to avoid touching these areas.
To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves.
Before cleaning make sure they are not hot.
Before cleaning make sure they are not hot.
FIRE: If smoke is observed, switch off and
unplug the appliance and keep the door
closed in order to stifle any flames.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING: Liquids and other foods
must not be heated in sealed containers
since they are liable to explode.
Microwave heating of beverages can
result in delayed eruptive boiling,
therefore care has to be taken when
handling the container. Stir the liquid
prior to and during heating/ reheating,
let liquid stand for at least 20 seconds in
the oven after cooking.
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.
When the appliance is operated in the
GRILL, CONVECTION, DUAL, INSTANT
COOK and EXPRESS COOK modes,
children should only use the oven under adult
supervision due to the temperature generated.
Accessible parts may become hot during
use. Young children should be kept away.
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.
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INSTALLATION
position is strong enough to take the oven
weight, plus the heaviest item likely to be
cooked in the oven.
weight, plus the heaviest item likely to be
cooked in the oven.
3. The minimum
height of free space
necessary above the
top surface of the
oven is 19cm.
necessary above the
top surface of the
oven is 19cm.
4. Do not place the
oven where heat, moisture or high humidity
are generated, (for example, near or above
a conventional oven) or near combustible
materials (for example, curtains). Do not block
or obstruct air vent openings. Do not place
objects on top of the oven.
are generated, (for example, near or above
a conventional oven) or near combustible
materials (for example, curtains). Do not block
or obstruct air vent openings. Do not place
objects on top of the oven.
5. Make sure the power supply cord
is undamaged (See “ELECTRICAL
CONNECTION” below).
Do not allow the power supply cord to
run over any hot or sharp surfaces, such
as the hot air vent area at the top rear of
the oven.
CONNECTION” below).
Do not allow the power supply cord to
run over any hot or sharp surfaces, such
as the hot air vent area at the top rear of
the oven.
6. The socket must be readily accessible so that
it can be easily unplugged in an emergency.
7. Do not use the oven outdoors.
BUILDING-IN-KIT.
This oven is designed for counter top or built-in
use. Do not place the oven in a cabinet.
An installation frame is available which enables
the microwave oven to be integrated within a
kitchen unit.
The microwave oven is not designed to be built
above or near a conventional oven.
SHARP recommend the use of the build in kit
EBR-47ST, available from your SHARP dealer.
Only the use of this frame will guarantee the
quality and safety of the oven.
This oven is designed for counter top or built-in
use. Do not place the oven in a cabinet.
An installation frame is available which enables
the microwave oven to be integrated within a
kitchen unit.
The microwave oven is not designed to be built
above or near a conventional oven.
SHARP recommend the use of the build in kit
EBR-47ST, available from your SHARP dealer.
Only the use of this frame will guarantee the
quality and safety of the oven.
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 power supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by a SHARP approved service facility
or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.
• When removing the plug from the socket
always grip the plug, never the cord as this
may damage the power supply cord and the
connections inside the plug.
• If the plug fitted to your oven is a rewireable
type and in the event of the socket outlet in
your home not being compatible with the plug
supplied, remove the plug properly (do not cut
off).
• If the plug fitted to your oven is a non-
rewirable type and in the event of the socket
outlet in your home not being compatible with
the plug supplied, cut-off the mains plug.
• Refit with a suitable type, observing the wiring
code given in `To replace the mains plug’ on
page 34.
IMPORTANT!
• The fuse from the cut-off plug should be
removed and the plug disposed of in a safe
manner.
• Under no circumstances should the cut-off
plug be inserted into a socket outlet as a
serious electric shock may occur.
• The plug must not be used without the fuse
cover fitted.
• If you have any doubt about your microwave
oven obtain the help of a qualified electrician.
• When replacing the plug please ensure that
you use a BSI or ASTA approved plug to
BS1363, this should be fitted with a brown
coloured 13 amp fuse approved by BSI or
ASTA to BS1362. If you have any doubt about
electrical connection seek the help of a
qualified electrician.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE
MUST BE EARTHED
MUST BE EARTHED
To wire an appropriate plug, follow the wiring
code given in `To replace the mains plug’ on
page 34.
code given in `To replace the mains plug’ on
page 34.
19cm
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HEATING CATEGORY
The heating category (a letter A to E) developed
by MAFF (Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries
and Food) with microwave oven and food
manufacturers indicates the ability of the oven
to heat small quantities of food (up to 500g
[1lb 2oz]). It does not represent the general
performance of the oven.
by MAFF (Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries
and Food) with microwave oven and food
manufacturers indicates the ability of the oven
to heat small quantities of food (up to 500g
[1lb 2oz]). It does not represent the general
performance of the oven.
HOW YOUR OVEN WORKS
Microwaves are energy waves, similar to those
used for TV and radio signals.
Electrical energy is converted into microwave
energy, which is directed into the oven cavity via
a waveguide. To prevent food and grease entering
the wave guide it is protected by the waveguide
cover.
Microwaves cannot pass through metal, because
of this the oven cavity is made of metal and there
is a fine metal mesh on the door.
During cooking the microwaves bounce off the
sides of the oven cavity at random.
used for TV and radio signals.
Electrical energy is converted into microwave
energy, which is directed into the oven cavity via
a waveguide. To prevent food and grease entering
the wave guide it is protected by the waveguide
cover.
Microwaves cannot pass through metal, because
of this the oven cavity is made of metal and there
is a fine metal mesh on the door.
During cooking the microwaves bounce off the
sides of the oven cavity at random.
Microwaves will pass through certain materials,
such as glass and plastic, to heat the food.
(See ‘Suitable Cookware’ on page 28).
Water, sugar and fat in food absorb microwaves
which cause them to vibrate. This creates heat
by friction, in the same way your hands get warm
when you rub them together.
The outer areas of the food are heated by the
microwave energy, then the heat moves to the
centre by conduction, as it does in conventional
cooking. It is important to turn, rearrange or stir
food to ensure even heating.
Once cooking is complete, the oven automatically
stops producing microwaves.
Standing time is necessary after cooking, as it
enables the heat to disperse equally throughout
the food.
such as glass and plastic, to heat the food.
(See ‘Suitable Cookware’ on page 28).
Water, sugar and fat in food absorb microwaves
which cause them to vibrate. This creates heat
by friction, in the same way your hands get warm
when you rub them together.
The outer areas of the food are heated by the
microwave energy, then the heat moves to the
centre by conduction, as it does in conventional
cooking. It is important to turn, rearrange or stir
food to ensure even heating.
Once cooking is complete, the oven automatically
stops producing microwaves.
Standing time is necessary after cooking, as it
enables the heat to disperse equally throughout
the food.
Microwave output power
in Watts (based on
international (IEC 60705)
standard).
Letter representing the
oven heating category.
in Watts (based on
international (IEC 60705)
standard).
Letter representing the
oven heating category.
Microwave Symbol.
600 700 800 900 1000 Watts
OVEN
OUTPUT
POWER
OUTPUT
POWER
Less heating time required
More heating time required
OVEN
OUTPUT
CATEGORY
OUTPUT
CATEGORY
Less heating time required
More heating time required
A B C D E
Food packs carry cooking instructions for
heating categories A to E. Follow instructions for
the letter corresponding to the oven’s heating
category. The higher the output power and
heating category of the oven the less heating time
is required as shown opposite.
heating categories A to E. Follow instructions for
the letter corresponding to the oven’s heating
category. The higher the output power and
heating category of the oven the less heating time
is required as shown opposite.
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BEFORE OPERATION
Your oven comes pre-set in Energy Save Mode (see page 8 for details).
To operate the oven in Energy Save Mode:
1. Plug in the oven. Nothing will appear on the display at this time.
1. Plug in the oven. Nothing will appear on the display at this time.
2. Open the door.
The display will flash:
3. Close the door.
The display will show:
NOTES: In Energy Save Mode, if you do not operate the oven for 3 minutes or more (i.e. after
closing the door, pressing the STOP/CLEAR key, or at the end of cooking), you will not be
able to operate the oven until you open and close the oven door.
able to operate the oven until you open and close the oven door.
When new, the very first time the grills are used, smoke and odour will be given off.
To avoid this happening when food is being cooked, heat the grills without food for approx.
20 minutes. (Please refer to note on page 12.)
20 minutes. (Please refer to note on page 12.)
MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
Power Level
Press the
Percentage
MICRO
POWER key
HIGH
x 1
100%
MEDIUM HIGH
x 2
70%
MEDIUM
x 3
50%
MEDIUM LOW
x 4
30%
(Defrost)
LOW
x 5
10%
(Defrost)
• Your oven has 5 power levels, as shown
opposite.
• To change the power level for cooking, enter
the cooking time and then press the MICRO
POWER key.
POWER key.
Power level:
The microwave power level is varied by the
microwave energy switching on and off.
When using power levels other than 100% you
will be able to hear the microwave energy pulsing
on and off as the food cooks or defrosts.
The microwave power level is varied by the
microwave energy switching on and off.
When using power levels other than 100% you
will be able to hear the microwave energy pulsing
on and off as the food cooks or defrosts.
IMPORTANT: The microwave power
level will cook at 100% unless you press the
MICRO POWER key to the desired setting.
level will cook at 100% unless you press the
MICRO POWER key to the desired setting.
Check the power level:
To check the microwave power level during
cooking, press the MICRO POWER key.
As long as your finger is pressing the MICRO
POWER key the power level will be displayed.
The oven continues to count down although the
display will show the power level.
To check the microwave power level during
cooking, press the MICRO POWER key.
As long as your finger is pressing the MICRO
POWER key the power level will be displayed.
The oven continues to count down although the
display will show the power level.
MICRO POWER
KEY
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