INSTRUCTION MANUAL EM-D9553N EM-D9553SN Microwave Oven With Super Showerwave, Fan Oven And Pow Read these instructions carefully before use. If you follow these instructions, your Microwave Oven will serve you long and well.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Oven Specification 4 Safety Instructions How To Use Your Oven Safely Other Important Safety Instructions 4 5 Setting Up & Getting To Know Your Oven Installation Oven Parts and Accessories Oven Control Panel Setting the Language Setting The Clock Child Lock Out / Demonstration Mode How to use Kitchen Timer Quick Start MAFF Rating Suitable Cookware 6 7 8 9 10 10 11 11 11 12-13 Operating Instructions Quick Reference Guide to 8 Way Cooking 14 Manual Operation High and Variable Power Co
SPECIFICATIONS EM-D9553N / D9553SN Power Source 230 V Maximum Output Power 900 W* Power Grill 1200 W Convection Heater 1200 W Oven Capacity 1.1 cu. ft. (32 L) Outside Dimensions (W x D x H) 550 x 487 x 355 Net Weight 24 Kg MAFF Rating 900 / E *According to IEC 705 test procedures. HOW TO USE YOUR OVEN SAFELY (MICROWAVE) 1. When boiling water or other liquids, be sure to use a wide mouthed container, this will allow air bubbles to escape freely and prevent boiling over.
OTHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The following safety precautions should be followed when using this appliance: 3. Do not heat foods or liquids in bottles or jars with lids on. Air must be allowed to escape from the container. 1. Read all instructions before first use. 4. Milk or food for babies should be heated on 450W. It should then be stirred thoroughly and tested to ensure that it is at the correct temperature before giving it to the baby. 2.
INSTALLATION CONNECTING TO THE MAINS Before you use your oven, check that the voltage shown on the data label located on the face of the oven conforms with your mains supply. The mains lead is fitted with a 13 amp plug containing a 13 amp fuse. If the fuse requires replacing at any time, the fuse cover should be removed using a small screwdriver to lever it out. The old fuse should be replaced by a 13 amp fuse and the fuse cover must be refitted before the plug is used again.
OVEN PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Your oven is supplied with the following accessories: Turntable 1 Turntable roller rest 1 Metal rack 2 Instruction manual 1 Vents Safety Interlock System Keyboard Vents Door Release Button Turntable Roller Rest Turntable Metal Rack (High) Metal Rack (Low) Turntable TURNTABLE INSTALLATION 1. Place the roller rest on the cavity bottom. 2. Place the turntable on top of the roller rest as shown in the diagram.
OVEN CONTROL PANEL 1 2 3 7 9 8 5 4 10 11 6 12 13 14 15 1. Display Window. Cooking mode and short messages are displayed. 5. Kitchen Timer key. 11. Dual Cook. 6. Auto Defrost. 12. Quick Start. 2. Function Indicator. 7. Convection Temperature. 13. Time and Weight set. 3. Direct Access menu keypad. 8. Micro Power. 14. Clear / Stop. 4. More / Less key:- Allows you to slightly increase or decrease cooking time of automatic programs. 9. Grill only. 15. Start. 10. Slow Cook.
SETTING THE LANGUAGE To set English: Your new microwave oven comes with a five language Word Prompt system. Languages available are English, German, Spanish, Portugese and French. This oven is preset to English therefore it is only necessary to touch "Clear / Stop"once. 1. To set German: When your oven is plugged in for the first time or when power resumes after a power interruption, the display will show “WELCOME TO SANYO REFER TO INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
SETTING THE CLOCK Example: To set 4:30: When your oven is plugged in for the first time or when power resumes after a power interruption, the display resets to setting the language procedure on Pg 9. 1. To set the clock follow adjacent procedure. 2. 0: and “SET HOUR” shows in display and the clock symbol flashes. Touch "Down / Up" until 4: is indicated in the display window. “PRESS START” shows in display and the start symbol flashes.Touch "Start" Key. This locks in the hour setting.
HOW TO USE THE KITCHEN TIMER Example: To set kitchen timer for 5mins 30secs: The oven may be used as a useful automatic kitchen timer. It may be set from 10 secs to 90 mins. This function operates independantly of the cooking functions, therefore the oven may be operated at the same time as the kitchen timer. The cooking time will be indicated in the display window. To check the time remaining on the kitchen timer, press "Kitchen Timer". 1. Touch "Kitchen Timer".
SUITABLE COOKWARE MATERIAL MICROWAVE GRILL / THERMAL GRILL ONLY CONVECTION ONLY Yes Yes Yes Yes - Low Rack should be used for defrosting. Yes Yes Metal Drip Tray No Yes Yes Heat & Grill Resistant Ceramic & Glass. Yes Yes Yes China - Without Metal Decoration. Yes Yes Yes Plasticmicrowave proof cookware. Yes No No Plastic cling film, microwave wrap, microwave roasting bags. (Do not use metal twist ties.) Yes - With care. Pierce film. Do not fit film skin tight.
SUITABLE COOKWARE (CONT.) MATERIAL DUAL COOKING GRILL & MICROWAVE DUAL COOKING CONVECTION & MICROWAVE DUAL COOKING CONVECTION & GRILL Turntable Yes Yes Yes Metal Racks Yes Yes Yes Metal Drip Tray Yes Yes Yes Heat Resistant Ceramic & Glass. Yes Yes Yes China - Without Metal Decoration. Yes Yes Yes Plasticmicrowave proof cookware. No No No Plastic cling film, microwave wrap, microwave roasting bags. (Do not use metal twist ties.) No No No Metal Cookware e.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE TO 8 WAY COOKING COOKING MODE ACCESSORIES TO USE SUGGESTED USE Microwave Only 80, 150, 300, 450, 750 & 900W. Place dish directly on turntable. Place dish on low rack for optimum defrost results. Defrosting, reheating, cooking vegetables, rice, pasta, fish, casseroles, sponge puddings. Grill Only (1 Setting) Place high rack on turntable. For toasting bread, muffins etc. Thermal Grill (1 Setting) Place high rack on turntable.
HIGH AND VARIABLE POWER COOKING This basic microwave cooking method allows you to cook food for a desired time. In addition to the maximum power level, you can select different microwave power from 5 other levels, 80W to 750W for the foods that require slower cooking. Foods with high moisture content should be cooked on maximum power, as this is the fastest cooking method and best maintains the natural flavour and texture of the foods.
GRILL COOKING Grill 1 This method is ideal for toasting bread or muffins. Remember the oven will be hot. Place all food on high grilling rack. Grill cooking time can be set to a maximum of 90 minutes. Example: Set oven to Grill for 15 minutes. 1. Touch "Clear / Stop". 2. Touch "Grill" key. The Grill indicator lights up “GRILL SET TIME” shows in display. 3. Touch "Down/Up" until 15.00 is indicated in the display window. “PRESS START” shows in display. 4. Touch "Start".
CONVECTION COOKING This oven can be used as a conventional oven by using the fan assisted convection function. The temperature range is 40 - 250°C. For recipes which require higher temperatures e.g pastries, scones or Yorkshire puddings, best results are obtained if the oven is preheated first. Note: When preheating is completed. Immediately place the food in the oven, set the convection cooking temperature, time and begin cooking. Example: Set oven to Preheat to 200°C.
DUAL COOKING This oven offers you a choice of three methods of Dual cooking; 1. Convection + Microwave - For baking and roasting. 2. Thermal Grill + Convection - For fast crisping. 3. Thermal Grill + Microwave - For fast grilling. Convection + Microwave This function allows you to combine convection operation with any one of the four (80W, 150W, 300W, 450W) microwave power levels to produce traditional baked or roasted results in less time.
DUAL COOKING (CONT.) Thermal Grill with Convection This function allows you to combine convection operation with the thermal grill, and is ideal for cooking small foods which require crisping e.g frozen potato products such as oven chips, potato croquettes or waffles, fish fingers, chicken nuggets, beefburgers and sausages. Food should be placed on the high rack which is on the turntable. Alternatively food maybe placed on a metal baking tray on the high rack.
MULTI-STAGE COOKING Multi stage cooking is ideal for sequential cooking. It allows you to cook at different power levels and with different cooking modes for a set time. Example: To set the oven to microwave on 450W for 10 minutes, and then Grill for 5 minutes. 1. Touch "Clear / Stop". Up to three stages may be set. All the stages should be set before starting the oven.
AUTOMATIC THERMAL WEIGHT DEFROST This feature allows you to accurately defrost meat, poultry, fish or bread. Simply enter the weight of the food and the oven will select the correct defrosting time. The More / Less key may be used to increase or decrease the defrosting time as necessary. The chart below indicates the maximium / minimum weights for use with Auto Weight Defrost Programs; Defrost Program 1. Meat 2. Poultry 3. Fish 4. Bread Min. Weight Max.
AUTO WEIGHT DEFROST - HINTS & TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS Remove all packaging and place food on a microwave safe plate on the low rack. Please follow hints and tips below. 1. MEAT: For defrosting meat joints, minced meat, chops, steaks etc. Meat Joints - Use of “More” key is recommended. To prevent over defrosting meat joints will require shielding around fatty areas with a smooth piece of foil.
AUTO WEIGHT DEFROST CHART Remove all packaging and place the food on a microwavesafe plate on the low rack. For best results follow the recommendations below. FOOD MORE / LESS KEY PREPARATION PAUSE DIRECTIONS STANDING TIME 1. MEAT Meat Joint + Shield back fat and any thin (MORE) areas with smooth foil. Begin defrosting best side down. Turnover and remove foil from back fat. Leave foil on warm, thin or delicate areas Min 40 mins.
AUTO WEIGHT DEFROST CHART (CONT.) FOOD MORE / LESS KEY PREPARATION PAUSE DIRECTIONS STANDING TIME 4. BREAD Whole Loaf Cut in half if possible and turn over. 15 mins. Arrange evenly on plate. Separate and rearrange with frozen parts to the outside. Remove any defrosted pieces. 10 mins. Croissants Arrange evenly on plate. / Crumpets (LESS) Separate and rearrange with frozen parts to the outside. Remove any defrosted pieces. 10 mins. Rolls / Slices + Place loaf on its side.
DIRECT ACCESS The Direct Access feature allows you to simply and automatically cook a range of popular foods. Your oven offers the following Direct Access programs: Baked Potato, Chicken Pieces, Roast Joint, Frozen Pizza, Casserole, Snacks, Baked Fish, Chops / Steaks and Cake / Pudding. Operation is very easy. Simply touch the appropriate key the correct amount of times ( see directions included in the chart), and touch start.
DIRECT ACCESS CHART FOOD START QUANTITY TEMP. BAKED POTATO Each potato Room approx. Temp. 225g each 1,2,3,or 4 potatoes. CHICKEN PIECES Each piece approx. 225g,eg chicken quarters, legs etc. 1,2,3 or 4 pieces. Chilled PORK CHOPS / BEEF STEAKS Each chop Chilled approx. 200g For 1,2, or 3 chops. COOKWARE PREPARATION BEFORE COOKING AT PAUSE AFTER MORE / LESS COOKING +/- Place on low rack on turntable. Wash, dry and prick with fork. Arrange evenly around edge of low rack.
DIRECT ACCESS CHART FOOD START QUANTITY TEMP. ROAST MEAT JOINT For joints Chilled. of four common sizes : 800 g / 1lb 13oz 1200 g / 2lb 8oz 1600 g / 3lb 2oz 2000 g / 4lb COOKWARE PREPARATION BEFORE COOKING Low rack on Wash and dry joint. metal tray on Brush with a little oil. turntable. Place directly on low (Alternatively rack on metal tray on meat may be turntable. (Or in dish placed in a on low rack.) heatproof and microproof dish on the low rack.) AT PAUSE Turnover if necessary.
DIRECT ACCESS CHART FOOD START QUANTITY TEMP. BAKED FISH For cooking Chilled fresh fish Temp. e.g fillets, steaks,whole fish, stuffed whole fish, rolled stuffed fish or breaded fillets. For cooking 4 weights of fish +/- 50g; 250g / 10oz 450g / 1lb 650g / 1lb 8oz 900g / 2lb CASSEROLE For cooking 4 types of savoury dishes; Chicken Casserole Beef Casserole Curry Minced Beef COOKWARE PREPARATION BEFORE COOKING Baked Fish / Please see Whole Fish details given Shallow at end of table.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES Baked Fish Program Baked Fish - Preparation General Remove from packaging. Remove entrails and head from whole fish. Wash all fish (except breaded fillets) very well, dry with kitchen paper. Baked Fish Place the prepared fish in a buttered shallow heat and microwave proof dish. Season with salt and pepper, sprinkle with lemon juice and dot with butter. Do not cover dish. Place on turntable. Cook using Direct Access - Baked Fish program.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.) Sauces to serve with Baked Fish Basic White Sauce (Makes about 300mls / 1/2 pint) Ingredients Method 25g / 1oz butter 25g / 1oz plain flour 300mls / 1/2 pint milk salt and pepper to taste 1. Melt the butter in a large jug or bowl on 'high' (900W) for 45-60 secs.Stir in the flour and mix to a roux. Blend in the milk gradually, stirring continuously until well combined and smooth. 2. Cook, uncovered, on 'high' for 2-3 minutes. Stir thoroughly every 1 1/2 minutes. 3.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.) Stuffings for Baked Fish Use to stuff baked whole fish, or to put in rolled fish fillets. Secure the stuffing in the fish with small wooden cocktail sticks or tie with cotton. Remember to remove sticks or cotton before serving. The recipes below make sufficient stuffing for 3-4 medium whole fish. Simply mix all the ingredients together well and bind with the milk.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.) Cake/ Pudding Program Choice of 4 Programs This program offers a choice of 4 programs for cooking a range of cakes / puddings; All recomended recipes are detailed in pages 32 - 36 Sponge Pudding /Cake For cooking plain sponge cake or sponge pudding Chocolate Brownies For cooking chocolate brownies Recommended recipes for; Victoria Sandwich Cake (+variations) - Pg 33 Sponge Pudding (+variations) - See below.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.) P1 Sponge Pudding / Cake: Victoria Sandwich Cake Ingredients (Basic Plain Sponge Cake) 100g / 4oz soft tub margarine 100g / 4oz caster sugar 2 eggs beaten half tsp / 2.5ml baking powder 100g / 4oz self raising flour 2 tblsp / 30mls milk Cookware 18cm / 7inch deep microwave proof souffle dish greased and circle of greaseproof paper in base. Place directly on turntable. Method 1. Cream the margarine and sugar together. Gradually add the egg. Stir in the flour.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.) Light Fruit Cake Ingredients 225g / 8oz self raising flour 125g / 5oz butter 125g / 5oz caster sugar 2 eggs, beaten 125g / 5oz mixed dried fruit 1 tsp finely grated lemon rind 90mls / 6-7 tblsp milk Cookware 18cm / 7 inch round cake tin. Greased and lined with greaseproof paper. Place on turntable. Method 1. Cream the butter and sugar. Gradually mix in the egg and flour. Add the fruit, lemon rind and milk. Mix well. 2.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.) Flapjack Ingredients 125g / 5oz butter, cut into pieces 100g / 4oz soft brown sugar 125g / 5oz (2 generous tblsp) golden syrup 225g / 8oz rolled oats. Cookware 20cm / 8 inch square lightly greased heatproof dish or tin - place a square of greaseproof paper in the base of the dish. Place on low rack on turntable. Method 1. Place the butter, sugar, and syrup into a large microwave proof bowl, heat on 'High' (900W) for 1 1/2 - 2 minutes or until melted. Mix well.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.) Casserole Program Choice of 4 programs The casserole program offers a choice of 4 programs for cooking a range of savoury meat dishes; All recipes are for 3 or 4 servings and are to be found on pgs 37 - 44 Chicken Casserole For cooking whole chicken portions with or with out bone in a sauce. Standard recipes for; Chicken Cacciatore - See Below.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.) Chicken Casserole: Coq Au Vin (Serves 4) Ingredients 4 Chicken portions, skinned, total weight approx.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.) Chicken Casserole: Chicken and Herb Casserole (Serves 4) Ingredients 4 chicken portions, skinned, total weight approx. 800g - 900g 100g / 4oz streaky bacon, chopped 100g / 4oz mushrooms, washed and sliced.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.) Beef Casserole (Serves 3 - 4) Ingredients 350g / 3/4lb braising steak, cubed 40g / 1 1/2oz seasoned flour (seasoned with an oxo cube and salt and pepper) 1 onion, peeled and sliced 1 carrot, peeled and sliced 200g / 8oz canned chopped tomatoes 1/2 pint / 250 mls hot beef stock dash of worcester sauce 1 bouquet garni salt and pepper to taste Optional Additions: 2 sticks celery, washed and sliced 1 potato, peeled and diced 3-4 mushrooms, washed and sliced.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.
DIRECT ACCESS RECIPES (CONT.) Minced Beef: Chili Con Carne (Serves 3 - 4) Ingredients 1 tblsp / 15 mls oil 1 onion peeled and finely chopped 1 clove of garlic crushed 350g / 3/4lb minced beef 200g / 8oz canned tomatoes 1 small green pepper, cleaned, deseeded and chopped 1 1/2 tsp / 7.
SLOW COOKING A choice of two slow cook programs are available; Slow Cook High - 300W - for the first stage of the slow cooking process. Slow Cook Low - 100W - for continuing the slow cooking process by gently simmering the food. This feature is convenient for a busy life styles and is ideal for cooking soups, casseroles and stews. Slow Cook Low (100W) may also be used for keeping food which is already piping hot warm.
SLOW COOKING (CONT.) Important Tips for Best Results When Slow Cooking Suitable foods for slow cooking; Liquid dishes e.g casseroles and stews containing cubed meat or chicken joint pieces, soups, rice puddings. Root vegetables are particularly useful for slow cooking - cut into even sized pieces, the larger the size of the vegetables the longer cooking time they will require.
SLOW COOKING RECIPES French Onion Soup Ingredients 25g / 1oz butter 450g / 1lb onions, peeled and thinly sliced 900mls / 1 1/2 pints hot beef stock 5ml / 1 tsp worcester sauce 5ml / 1 tsp sugar 1 clove garlic, crushed - optional 30ml / 2tblsp flour salt and pepper 1 bay leaf 2 tsps / 5mls dry sherry (optional) (Serves 6 - 8) Cookware Large bowl covered with a plate. Place on turntable. Method 1. Place the butter into a large mixing bowl, melt on 'High' power for 30 seconds.
SLOW COOKING RECIPES (CONT.) Winter Vegetable Soup (Serves 6 - 8) Ingredients Suggested Vegetables; 2 - 3 sticks celery, washed and chopped 1 large onion, peeled and sliced 2 - 3 carrots, peeled and sliced 1/2 swede, peeled and diced (approx. 1 - 1 1/2 cm cubes) 1 potato, peeled and diced (approx.
SLOW COOKING RECIPES (CONT.) Basic Beef Casserole (Serves 2 - 3) Ingredients 230g / 1/2lb braising steak, cubed 25g / 1oz seasoned flour (seasoned with an oxo cube, salt and pepper) 1 onion, peeled and sliced 1 carrot, peeled and sliced 200g / 8oz canned chopped tomatoes 250mls / 1/2 pint hot beef stock 1 tblsp / 15mls tomato puree 1 bouquet garni 1 bay leaf salt and pepper to taste Cookware Large microwave proof casserole dish with lid, or a large bowl covered with a plate. Place on turntable. Method 1.
SLOW COOKING RECIPES (CONT.) Lamb and Vegetable Hotpot (Serves 4) Ingredients 350g / 3/4lb lean lamb, cubed 25g / 1oz seasoned flour 1 large onion, peeled and chopped 1 leek, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 1/2 small turnip, peeled and diced 1 bouquet garni 1 bay leaf salt and pepper 2 tblsps / 30mls chopped parsley to garnish 1 potato 400g / 16oz chopped tomatoes 450mls / 3/4pint hot stock. Cookware Large microwave proof casserole dish with lid or a large bowl covered with a plate.
SLOW COOKING RECIPES (CONT.) Chicken, Bacon and Tomato Casserole (Serves 4) Ingredients 4 chicken portions, skinned, total weight approx.
SLOW COOKING RECIPES (CONT.) Savoury Pork Casserole (Serves 4) Ingredients 350g / 3/4lb lean pork, cubed 1 large onion, peeled and chopped 1 green pepper, deseeded and chopped 100g / 4oz mushrooms, peeled and sliced 1 tblsp tomato puree 400g / 16oz canned, chopped tomatoes 125mls / 1/4 pint hot beef stock 125mls / 1/4 pint white wine 1 bay leaf pinch mixed herbs salt and pepper 2 tblsps / 30mls cornflour mixed to a smooth paste with a little cold water.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS OPERATION FOODS Q. What is wrong when the oven light does not function? A. Either: • The door is not firmly closed. or: • The light bulb has burned out. Q. Can I check the preset oven temperature when cooking by convection? A. Yes, you can check the set temperature by pressing "Convection" key. The temperature will then be shown in the display for 2 seconds. Q. Why does steam come out of the air exhaust vent? A. Steam is normally produced during cooking.
CARE AND CLEANING It is important that no liquid food or grease particles are left in the oven aas this ensures the correct performance of your oven and reduces the risk of corrosion. After use always wipe out your oven thoroughly and dry. Microwave Outlet Cover INTERIOR OF THE OVEN It is essential to keep your oven clean at all times. The oven cavity should be cleaned and wiped dry after each use. Please ensure that the oven is cool before cleaning.
IMPERIAL TO METRIC CONVERSION TABLE Mass (Weight) Metric Imperial 15 grams 25 g 50 g 100 g 200 g 300 g 450 g 1 kilo 1/2 oz 1 oz 2 oz 4 oz 8 oz 12 oz 1 lb 2 lb 55
EASY USE CHART SETTING THE CLOCK After setting the language: 1. Touch "Down/Up" to set hour. 2. Touch "Start". 3. Touch "Down/Up" to set minutes. 4. Touch "Start". SLOW COOKING 1. Touch "Clear/Stop". 2. Touch "Slow Cook" once to set Slow Cook high for 1st stage. 3. Touch "Down/up" to set cooking time for first stage. 4. Touch "Slow Cook" once again to set Slow Cook low for 2nd stage. 5. Touch "Down/Up" to set cooking time for 2nd stage. 6. Touch "Start". THERMAL GRILL/ GRILL COOKING 1.
