® MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION MANUAL MODEL R-408J Followed by letter indicating color K=black, W=white CONTENTS • For Customer Assistance ................. Inside Front Cover • Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy .................. Inside Front Cover • Consumer Limited Warranty ....................... 1 • Product Information Card ........................... 1 • Important Safety Instructions ..................... 2 • Unpacking and Installation Instructions ...
F O R C U S T O M E R A S S I S TA N C E To aid in reporting this microwave oven in case of loss or theft, please record below the model number and serial number located on the unit. We also suggest you record all the information listed and retain for future reference.
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s) set forth below.
I M P O R TA N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven. c.
U N PA C K I N G A N D I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S Unpacking and Examining Your Oven ease of use. It's wise, if possible, to have counter space on at least one side of the oven. Allow at least 2 inches on the sides, top and at the rear of the oven for air circulation. Do not place or install the oven in any area where heat and steam are generated; for example, next to or above a conventional gas or electric range or above a conventional wall oven.
I N F O R M AT I O N Y O U N E E D T O K N O W ABOUT YOUR OVEN When using the oven at power levels below 100%, you may hear the magnetron cycling on and off. It is normal for the exterior of the oven to be warm to the touch when cooking or reheating. This Operation Manual is valuable: read it carefully and always save it for reference. A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. Check it for microwave cooking principles, techniques, hints and recipes.
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS The following coverings are ideal: It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many pieces already in your kitchen can be used successfully in your new microwave oven. Make sure the utensil does not touch the interior walls during cooking. • Paper towels are good for covering foods for reheating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon. • Wax paper can be used for cooking and reheating.
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING • Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards outside of dish. • Rearrange foods such as meatballs halfway through cooking both from top to bottom and from the center of the dish to the outside. • Watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed. Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite. • Add standing time. Remove food from oven and stir, if possible.
PART NAMES MICROWAVE OVEN PARTS CONTROL PANEL Words in the lower portion of the display will light to indicate what function is in progress. Indicators 17 13 10 1 One touch door open button Push to open door. 2 Oven door with see-through window 13 9 3 Safety door latches The oven will not operate unless the door is securely closed.
B E F O R E O P E R AT I N G • Before operating your new microwave oven make sure you read and understand this operation manual completely. STOP/CLEAR Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad to: 1. Erase if you make a mistake during programming. 2. Cancel timer. 3. Stop the oven temporarily during cooking. 4. Return the time of day to the display. 5. Cancel a program during cooking, touch twice. • Before the oven can be used, follow these procedures: 1. Plug in the oven.
M A N U A L O P E R AT I O N TO SET POWER LEVEL MANUAL DEFROST There are eleven preset power levels. Using lower power levels increases the cooking time which is recommended for foods such as cheese, milk and long slow cooking of meats. Consult cookbook or recipes for specific recommendations. If the food that you wish to defrost is not listed on the DEFROST CHART or is above or below the limits in the Amount column on the DEFROST CHART (see page 14), you need to defrost manually.
S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S POPCORN The POPCORN setting automatically provides the correct cooking time for most brands of microwave popcorn. You may wish to try several and choose your favorite. Pop only one bag at a time. Unfold bag and place in oven according to directions. • Touch POPCORN once for 3.5 oz bag (Regular). • Touch POPCORN twice within 2 seconds for 2.85 3.5 oz bag (Regular Light). • Touch POPCORN three times within 3 seconds for 1.2 or 1.6 oz bag (Mini). • Suppose you want to pop a 3.
SPECIAL FEATURES COOK CENTER CHART (continued) FOOD PROCEDURE AMOUNT GROUND MEAT .3-2.0 lb Use this setting to cook ground beef or poultry as patties or in a casserole to be added to other ingredients. Place patties on a microwave-safe rack and cover with wax paper. Place ground meat in a casserole and cover with wax paper or plastic wrap. When oven stops, turn patties over or stir meat in casserole to break up large pieces. Re-cover and touch START/MINUTE PLUS.
SPECIAL FEATURES REHEAT 3 REHEAT automatically computes the correct heating time and microwave power level for foods shown in the chart below. PROCEDURE 4 REHEAT FOOD 2 Select desired REHEAT setting. (Ex: touch number pad 2 to select 1 cup of soup. 2 1 CUPS START MINUTE PLUS Touch START/MINUTE PLUS pad. NOTE: 1. To increase quantity, touch same number pad for chosen food until number in display is same as desired quantity. Ex: To increase the quantity for pizza, touch 3 repeatedly.
SPECIAL FEATURES REHEAT CHART (continued) FOOD PROCEDURE AMOUNT 6. Fresh Rolls/ Muffins 1-8 Use this setting to warm rolls, muffins, biscuits, bagels etc. Large items should be considered as 2 or 3 regular size. Arrange on plate; cover with paper towel. For refrigerated rolls or muffins, it may be necessary to double the entered amount to ensure the proper serving temperature. For example, enter quantity of 2 for 1 refrigerated muffin. 7.
SPECIAL FEATURES DEFROST 5 DEFROST automatically defrosts all the foods shown in the DEFROST CHART below. Round the weight to the nearest tenth of a pound. To enter weight, touch DEFROST and number pad for desired food then number pads for weight. START MINUTE PLUS 6 • Suppose you want to defrost a 3.0 pound steak . PROCEDURE 1 D I S P L AY FOOD DEFROST After the 1st stage, open the door, turn steak over and shield any warm portions. NO. LBS. CUPS OZ. Touch START/ MINUTE PLUS pad.
SPECIAL FEATURES NOTE: 1. To melt, soften or warm other food or foods except the quantity listed in the SHORT CUTS CHART, use manual operation. SHORT CUTS SHORT CUTS automatically compute the correct heating time and microwave power level for melting, softening and warming foods shown in the chart. 2. SHORT CUTS can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment. See page 16. • Suppose you want to melt 1 square of chocolate. PROCEDURE 1 Touch MELT once. 2 Select desired food by touching number pad.
O T H E R C O N V E N I E N T F E AT U R E S MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING MORE OR LESS TIME ADJUSTMENT Your oven can be programmed for up to 3 automatic cooking sequences, switching from one power level setting to another automatically. Should you discover that you like any of the COOK, POPCORN, SHORT CUTS, REHEAT or DEFROST settings slightly more done, touch the POWER LEVEL pad once after touching your choice of pads or before touching START/MINUTE PLUS pad. The display will show MORE .
OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES CHILD LOCK DEMONSTRATION MODE The Child Lock prevents unwanted oven operation such as by small children. To demonstrate, touch TIMER/CLOCK, the number 0 and then touch the START/MINUTE PLUS pad and hold for three seconds. DEMO will appear in the display. Cooking operations and specific special features can now be demonstrated with no power in the oven. For example, touch START/MINUTE PLUS pad and the display will show 1:00 and count down quickly to End .
CLEANING AND CARE Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or leave the door open to inactivate the oven during cleaning. Exterior Waveguide Cover The outside surface is painted. Clean the outside with mild soap and water; rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use any type of household or abrasive cleaner. The waveguide cover is made from mica so requires special care. Keep the waveguide cover clean to assure good oven performance.
SERVICE CALL CHECK Please check the following before calling for service: Place one cup of water in a glass measuring cup in the oven and close the door securely. Operate the oven for one minute at HIGH 100%. A Does the oven light come on? YES _______ NO _______ B Does the cooling fan work? (Put your hand over the rear ventilating openings.) YES _______ NO _______ C Does the turntable rotate? (It is normal for the turntable to turn in either direction.
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S R-408J AC Line Voltage: Single phase 120V, 60Hz, AC only AC Power Required: 1700 watts, 14.3 amps. Output Power:* 1200 watts Frequency: 2450 MHz Outside Dimensions: 21 21/32"(W) x 12 3/8"(H) x 18 7/16"(D) Cavity Dimensions: 15 23/32"(W) x 9 21/32"(H) x 17 7/8"(D) Oven Capacity:** 1.6 Cu. Ft. Cooking Uniformity: Turntable system, diameter 14 1/8" Weight: Approx.
GUIA AUTO-TOUCH Para mayor informacion y precauciones de seguridad, consulte el Manual de Operaciones. PONER LA HORA POPCORN Si aparece 88:88 "STOP/CLEAR". Oprima POPCORN una vez para el tamaño normal de palomitas (3,5 onzas). POPCORN 2 veces - tamaño regular ligero (2,85 a 3,5 onzas). 3 veces - tamaño mini (1,2 a 1,6 onzas ). 3 veces (con et ajuste MORE) - tamaño refriger o (1,6 a 1,75 onzas) en la pantalla, primero oprima 1 Oprima TIMER/CLOCK.
AUTO-TOUCH GUIDE For more complete information and safety precautions, refer to your Operation Manual. SET CLOCK POPCORN If 88:88 is in the display, first touch STOP/CLEAR. 1 Touch TIMER/CLOCK pad. 2 Enter correct time of the day by touching numbers in sequence. (Ex: 12:30) 3 Touch TIMER/CLOCK pad again. TIMER CLOCK 1230 TIMER CLOCK REHEAT COOK CENTER REHEAT 2 2x 2 START MINUTE PLUS REHEAT CHART FOOD AMOUNT 1 - 6 cups 1 - 6 cups 1 - 6 slices 1 plate: Reg. Large or Small .5 - 2.
