R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page A R-64STM MICROWAVE OVEN WITH GRILL OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKBOOK 800W (IEC 60705)
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R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page 1 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) CONTENTS Oven and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Safety: Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
R-64STM O/M & C/B 19/06/2001 2:19 PM Page 2 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) OVEN AND ACCESSORIES 1 2 3 4 8 7 6 Grill heating element Control panel Oven lamp Door opening handle Waveguide cover (DO NOT REMOVE) Seal packing Oven cavity Door seals and sealing surfaces Menu label - The menu label will be supplied with the Operation Manual, please fit in the position shown.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page 3 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) CONTROL PANEL 1. 2. 3. 4. 1 5. 2 6. 7. 3 4 7 5 6 3 DIGITAL DISPLAY EXPRESS COOK button: Use for programming the EXPRESS COOK menus 1 - 7. EXPRESS DEFROST buttons: Use to defrost foods stated. START/AUTO MINUTE button: Press to start a programme. Press to cook on 100P for 1 minute or increase time during cooking in multiples of 1 minute.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 25/04/2001 09:29 Page 4 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) INSTALLATION BUILDING-IN-KIT. This oven is not designed to be built-in to a kitchen unit. 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.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 25/04/2001 09:29 Page 5 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Oven Use: • The oven is for domestic food preparation only. • Never operate when empty, except as directed in the operation manual (see page 9). • Do not leave or store anything inside the oven when not in use. • Never attempt to use the oven with the door open.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page 6 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) MICROWAVING Introduction: Water, sugar and fat in food absorb microwaves which causes them to vibrate. This creates heat by friction, in the same way your hands get warm when you rub them together. Outer areas of food are heated by microwave energy, and remaining portions by conduction. It is, therefore, important to turn, rearrange or stir food to ensure even heating.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page 7 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) BEFORE OPERATION Plug in the oven. 1. The oven display will flash: 2. Press the STOP/CLEAR button. 3. The display will show: To set the clock, see below. 1. 2. x1 3. When using the oven for the first time: Heat the oven using GRILL mode without food for 20 minutes. See note on page 9. SETTING THE CLOCK There are two setting modes: 12 hour clock and 24 hour clock. 1.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page 8 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) HOW TO OPERATE THE OVEN Opening and closing the door: To open the oven door, pull the door opening handle. The oven lamp will come on while the door is open. Close the door firmly and the oven lamp will go out. Starting the oven: Prepare and place food in a suitable container onto the turntable or directly onto the turntable. Close the door and press the START/AUTO MINUTE button.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page 9 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) GRILLING The Grill heating element at the top of the oven cavity has one power setting only. It is efficient and economical. The efficiency of the grill is assisted by the turntable which rotates simultaneously to ensure even browning. The grill is ideal for cooking bacon, gammon steak, fish fingers and tea cakes.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 4:42 pm Page 10 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) EXPRESS COOK/EXPRESS DEFROST EXPRESS COOK/EXPRESS DEFROST enables you to cook 7 EXPRESS COOK or defrost 3 EXPRESS DEFROST menus listed in the charts on pages 11 - 12. Follow the example below for details on how to operate these functions. Example 1: To cook medium Roast Beef weighing 1.5kg from frozen, using EXPRESS COOK. 1. Press the EXPRESS COOK button once. 3.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page 11 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) EXPRESS COOK/EXPRESS DEFROST CHARTS WEIGHT RANGE: • Food weight should be rounded up to the nearest 0.1kg, for example, 0.65kg to 0.7kg or 0.34kg to 0.3kg. • You are restricted to enter a weight within the range (see the following charts). • To cook/defrost weights above or below that range or foods not included in the charts below, refer to the charts in the cookbook section.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page 12 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) EXPRESS COOK/EXPRESS DEFROST CHARTS EXPRESS COOK MENU WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE EC-5 Frozen Crispy Crumb Foods 0.1kg - 0.4kg • Place the Crispy Crumb foods in a flan dish on the rack. • Turn the food over when the audible signal sounds. • After cooking, leave to stand for 2 - 3 minutes before serving. 0.1kg - 0.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page 13 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS 1. MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING: A sequence of 3 stages (maximum) can be programmed using combinations of MICROWAVE, GRILL or DUAL GRILL. Example: To cook for: 5 minutes on 70P power 6 minutes grill only 3 minutes on dual grill 10P power STAGE 1 1. To enter the time, rotate the TIME/KG/POWER knob until the desired time is displayed.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page 14 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) SUITABLE 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. COOKWARE SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING GRILL DUAL COOKING Heat resistant glass, (e.g.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page 15 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) SUITABLE COOKWARE COOKWARE SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING Aluminium foil & foil containers, made from "Micro Foil®". YES/NO Metal racks. YES 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.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page 16 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION Piercing 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.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page 17 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) ADVICE FOR REHEATING WARNINGS: Oil & Fat: Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as this may lead to overheating and fire. 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.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:53 am Page 18 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) ADVICE FOR DEFROSTING Meat joints Place in a flan dish, turn over at least 4 - 5 times during defrosting, shield any warm areas with small, flat pieces of foil. After defrosting, wrap in foil and allow meat to stand for 60 - 90 minutes, until thoroughly defrosted.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 19 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) COOKBOOK CONTENTS Introduction & Conversion Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Defrosting Charts: Meat, poultry, fish & fruit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Cooking Charts Fresh & frozen vegetables & fruit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 20 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) DEFROSTING CHART FOOD DEFROST TIME MICRO POWER LEVEL ▼ METHOD ● STANDING TIME 28 - 30 Minutes/ 450g (1lb) 10P Place in a flan dish. Turn over 4 - 5 times during defrosting. Shield. 60 - 90 Minutes 6 - 8 Minutes/ 450g (1lb) 30P Place on a plate. Turn over 3 - 4 times, removing defrosted mince each time.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 21 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) COOKING CHARTS FOOD COOKING MICRO TIME POWER LEVEL METHOD STANDING TIME Aubergines & Broccoli (fresh) 6 Minutes/ 225g (8oz) 100P Slice. Add 30ml (2 tbsp) water. Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking. 2 Minutes Beans (green - fresh) 6 Minutes/ 225g (8oz) 100P Add 30ml (2 tbsp) water. Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 22 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) COOKING CHARTS FOOD ❇ COOKING TIME MICRO POWER LEVEL METHOD ● STANDING White rice (long grain) 14 - 15 Minutes 70P Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling water/100g (4oz) rice. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking. 2 Minutes Brown rice 20 - 21 Minutes 70P Add 400ml (14fl.oz) boiling water/100g (4oz) rice. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 23 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) REHEATING CHART FOOD COOKING TIME MICRO POWER LEVEL METHOD STANDING TIME 6 - 7 Minutes/ 425g (15oz) can 70P Remove from can. Place in a dish and cover. Stir halfway through cooking. 2 Minutes Bread rolls Croissants 40 - 50 Seconds/ 2 croissants/2 rolls 70P Place on kitchen roll.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 24 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) DUAL GRILL CHART FOOD Beef rare (chilled) COOKING TIME METHOD 12 - 13 Minutes Place fat side down in a flan dish on the turntable. Calculate the per 450g (1lb) cooking time. Use sequence programming: Stage 1: Cook on 50P for first half of cooking time. Turn over, remove juices. Stage 2: Cook on 50P for second half of cooking time.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 25 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) DUAL GRILL CHART FOOD Crispy crumb foods (chilled) COOKING TIME 9 - 10 Minutes for 100g (4oz) METHOD Place in a flan dish on the rack. Use Multiple Sequence cooking. (Page 13). Stage 1: Cook on DUAL GRILL, 30P for the first half of cooking time. Turn over. Stage 2: GRILL for second half of cooking time. Stand for 2 -3 minutes after cooking.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 26 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) RECIPES 1 Melt the butter in a large bowl on 100P for 30 seconds. 2 Add the onion, carrot and potato and heat on 100P for 6 minutes. Stir halfway through cooking. 3 Add the tomatoes, orange juice, orange rind and stock. Mix thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 27 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) RECIPES 1 Place the salmon steaks in a large flan dish, pierce in several places and add the wine. Cover and cook on 70P for 8 minutes. Allow to stand whilst preparing the sauce. 2 Place the salmon steaks in a warm serving dish, reheat on 70P for 2 minutes. Serve the sauce separately.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 28 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) RECIPES 1 Toss the steak in the flour, salt and pepper, until evenly coated. 2 Place the steak, remaining flour, onion, tomato purée, stock and wine in a casserole dish. Cover and cook on 50P for 30 minutes. Stir 2 - 3 times during cooking. 3 Stir in cornflour, mushrooms and cream. Leave uncovered and cook on 50P for 8 minutes.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 29 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) RECIPES TURKEY FRICASSEE 1 Melt the butter in a large bowl on 100P for 30 seconds. 2 Stir in the onion and cook on 100P for 3 minutes. 3 Stir in the flour and mustard powder, gradually add the milk and cream. Cook on 100P for 5 - 6 minutes, stirring every minute, until smooth and thickened. 4 Add the turkey and seasoning. Cook on 100P for 13 minutes, stir every 2 - 3 minutes.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 30 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) RECIPES 1 Place the oil, aubergine, leeks, garlic and celery in a 2.5 litre (4 pint) casserole dish, mix well. Heat on 100P for 4 - 5 minutes, stir after 3 minutes. 2 Add the tomatoes, beans, crumbled stock cubes, basil and sweetcorn. Season and mix well. 3 Cover and cook on 70P for 20 minutes, stir twice during cooking.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 31 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) RECIPES 1 Beat together the oil, sugar and eggs, until well mixed. Fold in flour, bicarbonate of soda, and cinnamon. Add carrots and walnuts, mix well. 2 Pour cake mixture into a greased, lined 20.4cm (8”) soufflé dish. Cook on 50P for 24 minutes, until firm to the touch and a skewer comes out clean. Allow to cool before decorating.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 32 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) RECIPES 1 Place the fruit, 50g (2oz) of the brown sugar and the cinnamon in a dish, mix well. 2 Place flour and oats in bowl, mix well and rub in butter, until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Add remaining brown sugar, mix well. Sprinkle over the fruit and cook on DUAL GRILL 30P for 8 - 10 minutes.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 25/04/2001 09:29 Page 33 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE OVEN INTERIOR Clean the microwave oven cavity after each use with a mild detergent solution on a soft cloth, pay special attention to the waveguide cover. After Grill, Dual, AutoCook and Express Cook modes the oven cavity, door, cabinet and accessories will become very hot. Before cleaning, ensure that they have cooled down.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 34 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: If you cook food for more than the standard time (see chart opposite) on the same cooking mode, the oven’s safety mechanisms will automatically activate. The microwave power level will be reduced or the grill heating elements will turn on and off.
R-64STM O/M & C/B 25/04/2001 09:29 Page 35 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) CALLING FOR SERVICE • If you are unable to resolve a problem using the checks covered on the last few pages, do not attempt to service this microwave oven yourself. • Contact the dealer or supplier from whom the oven was purchased in order to obtain service. Where this is not possible, please contact the SHARP Customer Information Centre, telephone: 08705 274277 (office hours).
R-64STM O/M & C/B 5/4/01 8:54 am Page 36 Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours) SPECIFICATIONS AC Line Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Single phase 230-240 V, 50 Hz Power Consumption: Microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.25 kW Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.05 kW Microwave/Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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