OPERATION MANUAL AND COOKBOOK MICROWAVE OVEN MODELS R-340H R-341H M
GUARANTEE SHARP ELECTRONICS DIVISION OF SEARTEC GROUP TRADING (PTY) LTD (“the Company”) guarantees to the original purchaser that the product sold with this certificate is free of defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 2 (two) years from the date of purchase thereof, subject to the following conditions: 1.
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ® 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 (P2~P15) This section describes your oven and teaches you how to use all the features.
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.
SPECIAL NOTES DO DON’T Eggs, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, sausages and oysters * Puncture egg yolks and whites and oysters before cooking to prevent "explosion". * Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash, hot dogs, sausages and oysters so that steam escapes. * Cook eggs in shells. This prevents "explosion", which may damage the oven or injure yourself. * Reheat whole eggs. * Overcook oysters. * Dry nuts or seeds in shells. Popcorn * Use specially bagged popcorn for the microwave oven.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove all packing materials from the oven cavity, (do not remove the waveguide cover), 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.
OPERATION OF TOUCH 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 an audible signal will sound for approximately 2 seconds at the end of the cooking cycle, or 4 times when cooking procedure is required.
BEFORE OPERATING Getting Started Step 1 Procedure Pad Order Display Plug the oven into a power point. Ensure the oven door is closed. Flashing eights 2 Press the STOP/CLEAR pad so that the oven beeps. STOP CLEAR Only the dots will remain. Clock Setting * To enter the present time of day 11:34 (AM or PM). Step Procedure Pad Order Press the TIMER/CLOCK pad. Display TIMER CLOCK 1 The dots (:) will flash on and off. 2 Enter the correct time of day by pressing the numbers in sequence.
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. You can programme up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.
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 Pad Order Display Enter desired cooking time. 1 2 3 Select desired power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL pad (for 50% press three times). POWER LEVEL x3 For second sequence, enter desired time for cooking time.
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 Pad Order Display Enter desired cooking time. 1 2 Select power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL pad as required (for 50% press three times) POWER LEVEL x3 Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad.
AUTOMATIC OPERATIONS Notes for Automatic Operations 1. When using the automatic features, carefully follow the details provided in each MENU GUIDE to achieve the best result. If the instructions are not followed carefully, the food may be overcooked or undercooked or may be 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.
Instant Action The Instant Action allows you to cook or reheat several popular foods. Follow the instructions provided in INSTANT ACTION MENU GUIDE on pages 6 and 7 of the cooking guides. * Suppose you want to cook 2 Jacket Potatoes. Step 1 Procedure Pad Order Press the JACKET POTATO pad until desired quantity is displayed (for 2 pieces press twice). JACKET POTATO Display After about 2 sec. x2 The cooking time will begin counting down. The oven will "beep" 4 times and stop.
Easy Defrost EASY DEFROST will automatically compute the microwave power and defrosting time. Follow the instructions provided in EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE on page 9 of the cooking guides. * Suppose you want to defrost 1.0 kg of Chicken Pieces. Step Procedure Pad Order 1 Press the EASY DEFROST pad until the desired menu number is displayed (for Chicken Pieces press four times). EASY DEFROST Display x4 KG will flash on and off. Press the number pads to enter weight.
OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES Less/More Setting The cooking times programmed into the automatic menus are tailored to the most popular tastes. To adjust the cooking time to your individual preference use the "more" or "less" feature to either add (more) or reduce (less) cooking time.
Timer 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 Pad Order Display Enter desired time.
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.
1 HELPFUL HINTS COOKWARE AND UTENSIL GUIDE 2 EXPRESS MEAL RECIPES 3~5 CONTENTS COOKING GUIDE INSTANT ACTION MENU GUIDE 6,7 EXPRESS DEFROST MENU GUIDE 8 EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE 9 COOKING GUIDES 10 ~ 28 RECIPES
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. 13.CONDENSATION Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking.
Advice • 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. • Ideal for cooking, reheating and defrosting. • Some microwave safe plastic cookware are not suitable for cooking foods with high fat and sugar content. • Ensure that the preheating time of the dish is not exceeded. • Ensure that a microwave heat proof dinner plate or suitable insulator be placed between the turntable and the browning dish.
Place all ingredients in a 3 litre casserole dish (Corning ware®) and mix well. Cover with a lid and place on turntable. Cook on EXPRESS MEAL "PASTA DISH" When oven stops with STIR displayed, stir and continue cooking. After cooking, stir and stand covered for 3 mins. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. g seafood marinara mix (chilled) clove garlic, crushed cup shallots, finely sliced cup arborio rice cup dty white wine plum tomatoes, chopped tablespoons tomato paste cups of stock (fish or chicken) salt and pepper to taste Place all ingredients in a 3 litre casserole dish (Corning ware®) and mix well. Place on turntable uncovered. Cook on EXPRESS MEAL "RISOTTO". When oven stops with STIR displayed, stir and continue cooking. After cooking, stir and stand for 3 mins.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. g chicken breast, cut into strips tablespoons flour cup shallots, finely sliced clove garlic, crushed stick celery, finely sliced cups mushroom, sliced cup dry white wine 400g can chopped tomatoes teaspoon dried oregano sprig rosemary salt and pepper to taste In a freezer bag add flour and chicken, and toss until the chicken is evenly coated. Add all ingredients including the chicken to a 3 litre casserole dish (Corning ware®) and mix well. Cover with a lid and place on turntable.
Carrots Potato Beans Brussels Sprouts Broccoli Cauliflower Zucchini Spinach Cabbage Fresh Vegetables Beverage (reheat) includes: Tea Coffee Water MEAT 175-180g Beef, Lamb Chicken, T-Bone Dinner Plate Menu ( soft vegetables medium vegetables 1–4 cups 0.2–1.0 kg (0.2 kg) (1 cup, 250 ml) VEGETABLES 100g 2 varieties eg. sliced Carrot, Zucchini Broccoli hard vegetables POTATO 125g sliced 1 serve 1 serve, approx.
2 cups Hot tap water for Pasta /2 cup 2 cups 1 1 serve Soup stock or Hot tap water for Rice Rice/Pasta Serve Rice / Pasta includes: White Rice Dry Pasta Jacket Potato Potato (whole) Carrots Beans Brussels Sprouts Broccoli Cauliflower Corn Green Peas Mixed Vegetables Frozen Vegetables Menu 21/2 cups 21/2 cups 1 cup 2 serves 3 cups 3 cups 11/2 cups 3 serves soft vegetables medium vegetables hard vegetables 4 cups 4 cups 2 cups 4 serves ( ) 1–4 serves 1 serve, 1 /2 cup ( approx.
Sausages / Minced Meat Chicken Fillets Fish Fillets Menu 0.5 0.5 0.5 Quantity (kg's) 5 5 • Place sausages / minced meat on a defrost rack. • The oven will "beep" and stop, TURN OVER will be displayed repeatedly. Remove defrosted portions of mince, turn over and shield edges with foil strips. • Press start to continue defrosting. • After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil. 5 Standing Time (minutes) • Place chicken fillets on a defrost rack.
0.1 - 3.0 1.0 - 4.0 Poultry Chicken Pieces 0.5 - 3.0 0.5 - 2.5 0.1 - 3.0 0.1 - 3.0 0.1 - 1.0 Quantity min-max (kg's) Roast Meat Beef/Pork Lamb Minced Meat Beef Steak/Chops Fish Fillets Menu Procedure • Shield the exposed bone with foil. • Place chicken pieces on a defrost rack. • The oven will "beep" and stop, TURN OVER COVER EDGE will be displayed repeatedly. Remove any defrosted pieces, turn over and shield the warm portions of remaining pieces. • Press start to continue defrosting.
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2 1 2 1 2 tablespoons plain flour carrot, grated tablespoons Worcestershire sauce tablespoon brown sugar tablespoons brown vinegar Serves 4-6 2 tablespoons gravy powder 250 g frozen mixed vegetables 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 can chopped tomatoes 2 tablespoons parsley 60 g grated chedder cheese salt and pepper to taste Serves 6-8 1. Peel and cut potatoes into 2.5 cm cubes. Place in a large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons water; cover and cook for 12-14 minutes on HIGH or until tender.
1 tablespoon curry paste 300 g can of chickpeas 3 cubed zucchini 2 tablespoons fresh coriander or parsley, chopped 1. Place onion and curry paste in a dish, cook for 1 minute on MEDIUM HIGH. 2. Place onion, Iamb, sweet potato, chicken stock and stock powder into a 3litre casserole dish. 3. Cover and cook for 28-30 minutes on MEDIUM, stirring twice during cooking. 4. Add zucchini and cook for a further 1-2 minutes on HIGH. 5.
Serves 4-6 Serves 4-6 1. Unroll meat. Place dried apricots down the centre 2 rows deep. 2. Roll up tightly and secure with string. 3. Mix apricot nectar with cornflour and heat for 1-2 minutes on HIGH or until it boils. Allow to cool slightly. 4. Pour apricot juice over the meat and marinade for 1- 2 hours. 5. Remove meat from the marinade, place the meat on a small roasting rack fat side down in a casserole dish. 6. Cook on MEDIUM for 32-36 minutes, turning halfway through cooking. 7.
2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 chicken stock cubes 1 tablespoon soy sauce salt and pepper 200 g mushrooms, sliced Serves 4-6 Brush fillets with butter. Place chicken and seasoning mix into a freezer bag. Toss to coat chicken. Place chicken fillets onto a roasting rack. Cook for 6-8 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH, turning halfway through cooking. Layer topping on chicken, finishing with cheese. Cook for 4-6 minutes on MEDIUM. Serve on a roll with salad.
/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger 2 tablespoons oil 8 large chicken legs sesame seeds 1 Serves 4 2 tablespoons seeded mustard No.15 chicken 2 tablespoons honey Serves 6 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Serves 4 Wash and dry chicken well. Tie legs of chicken together with string. Place breast-side down on a roasting rack. Baste with butter and sprinkle with Season All salt. Cook for 8-13 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH. Turn chicken over. Baste with butter and sprinkle with Season All salt.
1 tablespoon fish sauce 1 packet of bean shoots 2 cloves garlic minced 1 packet of vermicelli noodles 1,125 mL Fish Stock Serves 4-6 2 cloves fresh garlic, crushed 2 small shallots, finely sliced 600 g thickened cream 1 tablespoon fresh dill 1 cup parmesan cheese Serves 4 1. Place tagliatelle in a large bowl with 6 cups of hot tap water. Cook for 10-12 minutes on HIGH, stirring halfway. Stand for 5 minutes then drain. 2. In a large bowl cook garlic, butter and shallots for 1 minute on HIGH. 3.
1 teaspoon chilli sauce grated rind of 1 lemon freshly ground black pepper to taste 100 g snow peas, topped and tailed Serves 4 Serves 4 Serves 4 1. Arrange in a flan dish or a casserole dish in a single layer. (Fold under the thin edges of the fish.) 2. Top with lemon juice and butter. 3. Cover with plastic wrap or glass lid. 4. Cook for 10-12 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH. 5. Allow to stand covered for 1-3 minutes.
Serves 4-6 Serves 6-8 1. Place onion, butter and bacon in a 3-litre casserole dish. Cook for 2-3 minutes on HIGH. Stir well. 2. Dissolve stock cubes in boiling water; add to onion and bacon. Add all other ingredients. Cover with a lid and cook for 15-18 minutes on HIGH. Do not stir while cooking. 3. At the end of this time, all the liquid will have been absorbed. 4. Leave to stand for 5 minutes and stir with a fork before serving.
150 mL sour cream black pepper 1 large avocado, cubed chives, for garnish Serves 6 30 g butter 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes 1 /4 teaspoon dry mustard paprika Serves 4 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley 1 /2 teaspoon nutmeg ground black pepper 1 cup mayonnaise Serves 6-8 1. Place pumpkin in large bowl, add 2 tablespoons of water, cover and cook for 810 minutes on HIGH or until pumpkin is just cooked, but still firm. Stir halfway through cooking 2. Refresh by running cold water over pumpkin.
125 g philadelphia cheese 2 dessert spoons cocoa /2 cup oil 13/4 cups plain flour 2 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 1. Beat ingredients together till light and creamy. ICING Combine all ingredients together in a large bowl. Beat together for 3 minutes on HIGH. Pour into a greased microwave safe gugelhopf container. Cook for 16-18 minutes on MEDIUM. Allow to stand 5-10 minutes before turning out. 5. Allow to cool before icing. 1. 2. 3. 4.
MICROWAVE TIME 7-9 minutes/500 g 6-8 minutes/500 g 6-8 minutes/500 g 6-8 minutes/500 g 5-7 minutes/500 g 4-6 minutes/500 g 6-8 minutes/500 g 6-8 minutes/500 g 6-8 minutes/500 g 41/2-5 minutes/500 g 8-10 minutes/500 g 5-6 minutes/500 g 5-8 minutes/500 g 8-10 minutes/500 g CUT BEEF (Roast) Steaks Minced Beef PORK (Roast) Chops Ribs Minced Pork LAMB (Roast) Shoulder Chops POULTRY Turkey (Whole) Chicken (Whole) Pieces Duck 20-30 minutes 10-15 minutes 10-15 minutes 10-15 minutes 10-15 minutes 10-15 min
Truss turkey. Place breast-side down on a rack. Turn over halfway through cooking and shield wings and legs. Baste with melted butter 2-3 times during cooking. Stand covered with foil before carving. Place duck breast-side down on a rack. Pierce skin to drain excess fat. Turn over halfway through cooking. Stand covered with foil before carving.
3-4 minutes 3-4 minutes 31/2-5 minutes 31/2-41/2 minutes 5-51/2 minutes 41/2-61/2 minutes 14-15 minutes 3-31/2 minutes 3-31/2 minutes 500 g 500 g 500 g 500 g 500 g 500 g (2) 500 g (2) 1 kg (4) 500 g 500 g Broccoli Brussels sprouts Cabbage Carrots Cauliflower Chokos Corn (on cob) Eggplant Mushrooms 31/2-41/2 minutes 31/2-41/2 minutes 500 g Beans 3-4 minutes MICROWAVE TIME AT HIGH (100%) 500 g AMOUNT Asparagus VEGETABLE 23 Peas - Green Wash and place in a freezer bag.
6-7 minutes 4 pieces (500 g) 500 g 500 g 250 g 500 g (kernel) Peas (green) Spinach Mixed Vegetables Corn (on cob) 6-6 /2 minutes 6-61/2 minutes 6-7 minutes 6-61/2 minutes Brussels sprouts Carrots (whole) (sliced) Cauliflower Break apart as soon as possible.Arrange with flower towards the centre. Break apart as soon as possible. Arrange with flower towards the centre. 51/2-61/2 minutes 4-41/2 minutes 6-61/2 minutes Break apart as soon as possible.
2 4 400 g Jam Donuts (frozen) +3°C -18°C Refrigerator Temperature Frozen Temperature NOTE: Room Temperature +20°C 1 kg Pecan Pie whole (frozen) Danish Pastry whole (frozen) 1 2 1 serve 2 serves 1 2 600 g 1 slice 2 slices 1 serve Fruit Pie individual (frozen) 135 g each Fruit Pie whole (frozen) Pizza (refrigerated) 100 g per slice Dinner Plate (refrigerated) 350 g-400 g per serve Casserole (refrigerated) 250 g per serve Croissants (frozen) 500-750 g 300-500 g 1 cup 2 cups 1 cup 2 cups 1 cup
250 mL 125 mL 80 mL 60 mL = = = = = = = = = = = = = /2 oz. 1 oz. 2 oz. 3 oz. 4 oz. 6 oz. 8 oz. 1 lb. 2 lb. 1 Imperial 140 g 250 g 185 g 185 g 250 g 375 g 60 g 125 g 220 g 185 g 125 g 90 g Metric 8 fl. oz. 4 fl. oz. 2.5 fl. oz. 2 fl. oz. Imperial 41/2 oz. 8 oz. 6 oz. 6 oz. 8 oz. 12 oz. 2 oz. 4 oz. 7 oz. 6 oz. 4 oz. 3 oz. Imperial NOTE • Recipes in this book use standard metric equipment approved by the Australian Standards Association. • All spoon and cup measures are level.
DRIED MUSHROOMS Place in a bowl with 2 cups of water and heat, slowly, 810 minutes on LOW. PULSES To soak: Place one cup of any variety of beans in a large dish, add 2 cups cold water and cover with a lid or plastic wrap. Place in microwave and cook for 5 minutes on HIGH. Then simmer for 30 minutes on MEDIUM LOW. They will then be ready to use. To cook: Rinse pulses. One cup of pulses to 4 cups of boiling water is required for a maximum of 45 minutes on HIGH. 27 DISHES DON'T GET HOT IN A MICROWAVE OVEN.
• Always place the stems of vegetables – e.g. cauliflower, broccoli – toward the outside of the dish. The stems are tougher than the flower, so this will ensure even cooking. • Ice-cream containers were made for freezing food and are not suitable for use in a microwave oven. • Remember: When melting chocolate in the microwave oven, it holds its shape until stirred. Heat for 2-21/2 minutes per 100 g on MEDIUM. DO NOT COVER.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE FEATURE Express Meal QUICK OPERATION GUIDE To cook Pasta Napolitana. PASTA DISH Instant Action To cook 2 Jacket Potatoes. JACKET POTATO x2 Express Defrost To defrost 0.5kg of Chicken Fillets. Menu Number INSTANT COOK START EXPRESS DEFROST x2 Easy Defrost To defrost 1.0kg of Chicken Pieces.
