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CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS
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5. KITCHEN TIMER:
You can use the KITCHEN TIMER for timing where microwave cooking is not involved. For example, to
time a boiled egg cooked on a conventional hob, to monitor the standing time for microwaved food or to
remind you of the time when making a phone call.
You can use the KITCHEN TIMER for timing where microwave cooking is not involved. For example, to
time a boiled egg cooked on a conventional hob, to monitor the standing time for microwaved food or to
remind you of the time when making a phone call.
Example: To set the timer for 5 minutes:
x5
x1
You can enter any time up to 99 minutes, 90 seconds. To cancel the KITCHEN TIMER whilst counting
down, simply press the STOP/CLEAR key and the display will return to the time of day, if set.
down, simply press the STOP/CLEAR key and the display will return to the time of day, if set.
NOTE: The KITCHEN TIMER function cannot be used whilst cooking.
x1
3. Press the START/
AUTO MINUTE
key once.
key once.
2. Enter the desired
time by pressing the
1 MIN key 5 times.
1 MIN key 5 times.
1. Press the
KITCHEN TIMER
key once.
key once.
The display will count down.
When the display reaches zero,
the audible signal will sound.
When the display reaches zero,
the audible signal will sound.
6. WEIGHT CONVERSION:
Your oven comes set for kg (Kilograms).
You can use the WEIGHT CONVERSION function to convert kg to lbs or vice-versa. The oven memorises
the weight unit of the last operation, until you change it. To change from kg to lbs press the WEIGHT
CONVERSION key when the display shows the time of day or before entering the weight.
You can use the WEIGHT CONVERSION function to convert kg to lbs or vice-versa. The oven memorises
the weight unit of the last operation, until you change it. To change from kg to lbs press the WEIGHT
CONVERSION key when the display shows the time of day or before entering the weight.
Example: To change from kg to lbs when using EXPRESS DEFROST “Whole Poultry” (3lb 15oz).
1. Press the
WHOLE
POULTRY key.
POULTRY key.
2. Press the WEIGHT
CONVERSION key once
to change from kg to lbs.
to change from kg to lbs.
3. Enter the weight by
pressing the
WEIGHT keys.
WEIGHT keys.
4. Press the START/AUTO
MINUTE key once to
begin defrosting.
begin defrosting.
x1
x1
x1
OR
x22
x1
NOTE: For INSTANT COOK press the WEIGHT
CONVERSION key before pressing the
desired INSTANT COOK key.
desired INSTANT COOK key.
or will appear on the display.
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SUITABLE COOKWARE
SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING
GRILL
CONVEC-
DUAL
TION
COOKING
YES
YES
YES
Microwave cling film and bags must be
vented for steam to escape, pierce in 4 - 5
places. Do not use plastic or metal ties as they
may melt or catch fire due to ‘arcing’.
vented for steam to escape, pierce in 4 - 5
places. Do not use plastic or metal ties as they
may melt or catch fire due to ‘arcing’.
YES
Except for dishes with metallic decoration.
YES
Always attend the oven closely. Look at the
oven from time to time when heating food
in plastic or paper containers, keep an
eye on the oven due to the possibility of
ignition.
oven from time to time when heating food
in plastic or paper containers, keep an
eye on the oven due to the possibility of
ignition.
YES
Always attend the oven closely. Only use
to absorb fat and moisture when warming
food. Pay special attention as over-
heating may cause a fire in your oven.
to absorb fat and moisture when warming
food. Pay special attention as over-
heating may cause a fire in your oven.
YES
Always place on an up-turned plate on the
turntable to prevent heat stress. Follow
manufacturer's instructions. Be careful as
these become very hot. Popcorn: Only use
microwave popcorn within recommended
packaging (follow popcorn manufacturer's
instructions). Never use oil unless the
manufacturer recommends and never cook
for longer than instructed.
turntable to prevent heat stress. Follow
manufacturer's instructions. Be careful as
these become very hot. Popcorn: Only use
microwave popcorn within recommended
packaging (follow popcorn manufacturer's
instructions). Never use oil unless the
manufacturer recommends and never cook
for longer than instructed.
NO
COOKWARE
Heat resistant glass,
(e.g. Pyrex®,
Fire King®,
Corning Ware ®).
(e.g. Pyrex®,
Fire King®,
Corning Ware ®).
Microwave-safe
plastic cookware.
plastic cookware.
Microwave cling
film, microwave
roasting bags.
film, microwave
roasting bags.
Heat-resistant china
and ceramics.
and ceramics.
Disposable
containers:
Thin plastic, paper,
straw and wooden
containers.
containers:
Thin plastic, paper,
straw and wooden
containers.
Kitchen paper.
Browning dishes
& self-heating
packages.
& self-heating
packages.
Metal 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.
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.
YES
YES
YES
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
YES
YES
Except for
dishes with
metallic
decoration.
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
YES
YES
NO
If desired,
metal trays
may be
used.
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SUITABLE COOKWARE
FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION
SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING
GRILL
CONVEC-
DUAL
TION
COOKING
YES
YES YES/NO
Use aluminium
foil for shielding
only.
YES
YES
YES
COOKWARE
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.
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.
YES
The metal racks supplied have been specially
designed for all cooking modes and will not
damage the oven.
designed for all cooking modes and will not
damage the oven.
Aluminium
foil & foil
containers,
made from
"Micro Foil®".
foil & foil
containers,
made from
"Micro Foil®".
High rack
& low rack.
& low rack.
Stir, turn &
stand
Initial and final
temperature of
food
Composition
& quality
Face & Hands: Always use oven gloves to remove food or cookware from the oven. 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.
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.
For even cooking stir, turn or rearrange food during
cooking. Where recommended, leave food to stand after
cooking or defrosting.
cooking. Where recommended, leave food to stand after
cooking or defrosting.
The initial temperature of food affects the amount of
cooking time needed, eg. chilled food requires more
cooking than food at room temperature.
The temperature of the container is not a true indication
of the temperature of the food or drink. Cut into foods
with fillings, for example, jam doughnuts, to release heat
or steam.
cooking time needed, eg. chilled food requires more
cooking than food at room temperature.
The temperature of the container is not a true indication
of the temperature of the food or drink. Cut into foods
with fillings, for example, jam doughnuts, to release heat
or steam.
Food high in fat or sugar (Christmas pudding or mince
pies) requires less heating time and should be watched,
over-heating can lead to fire.
Good quality ingredients should be used for
microwaving. Economical cuts of meat are recommended
for casserole.
pies) requires less heating time and should be watched,
over-heating can lead to fire.
Good quality ingredients should be used for
microwaving. Economical cuts of meat are recommended
for casserole.
Check the temperature of food and drink and stir before serving. Take special care when
serving babies, children or the elderly. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to
be stirred or shaken and the temperature is to be checked before consumption to avoid burns.
serving babies, children or the elderly. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to
be stirred or shaken and the temperature is to be checked before consumption to avoid burns.
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FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION
ADVICE FOR COOKING
Piercing
Arrangement
Covering
Size & shape
Density &
quantity
Hygiene
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.
Note: Eggs in their shells and whole hard boiled
eggs should not be heated in the microwave
ovens since they may explode even after
microwaving has ended.
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.
Note: Eggs in their shells and whole hard boiled
eggs should not be heated in the microwave
ovens since they may explode even after
microwaving has ended.
Place thickest parts of food on the outside of the dish, for
example, the meaty ends of chicken drumsticks should be
placed on the outside of the dish.
example, the meaty ends of chicken drumsticks should be
placed on the outside of the dish.
Fish, vegetables and certain other foods benefit from being
covered during microwave cooker y, follow
recommendations where given and use vented microwave
cling film or a suitable lid.
covered during microwave cooker y, follow
recommendations where given and use vented microwave
cling film or a suitable lid.
Food size and shape affect the amount of cooking time
needed. When cooking more than one portion of the same
food ensure they are of a similar size and shape.
needed. When cooking more than one portion of the same
food ensure they are of a similar size and shape.
Food density and quantity affect the amount of cooking
time needed, for example, potatoes require more cooking
than peas; four potatoes will take longer to cook than two.
time needed, for example, potatoes require more cooking
than peas; four potatoes will take longer to cook than two.
Food hygiene standards (storage, handling and
preparation) apply to microwaving. Always store
convenience foods as recommended by the food
manufacturer and keep no longer than the "Use By" date.
preparation) apply to microwaving. Always store
convenience foods as recommended by the food
manufacturer and keep no longer than the "Use By" date.
WARNING - Always attend the oven when in use.
Carefully follow the SHARP Operation Manual at all times. If you exceed recommended
cooking times and/or use power levels that are too high, food may overheat, burn, and
in extreme circumstances, catch fire and damage the oven.
Carefully follow the SHARP Operation Manual at all times. If you exceed recommended
cooking times and/or use power levels that are too high, food may overheat, burn, and
in extreme circumstances, catch fire and damage the oven.
The microwave power level will default to 100% unless you press the MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL key to reach
the desired setting. Take care when heating foods with high sugar or fat content, for example, Christmas pudding,
mince pies and fruit cakes (see reheating chart in the cookbook section for guidance). Before use, the user
should check that utensils are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
Lids: Always remove lids from food jars and containers before you use them in the oven. If you do not, steam and
pressure will build up inside and the container may explode.
Do not place hot foods/utensils on a cold turntable, or cold foods/utensils on a hot turntable.
WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
the desired setting. Take care when heating foods with high sugar or fat content, for example, Christmas pudding,
mince pies and fruit cakes (see reheating chart in the cookbook section for guidance). Before use, the user
should check that utensils are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
Lids: Always remove lids from food jars and containers before you use them in the oven. If you do not, steam and
pressure will build up inside and the container may explode.
Do not place hot foods/utensils on a cold turntable, or cold foods/utensils on a hot turntable.
WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
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