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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can resuit in harmful exposure to microwave energy.. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. (b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.. (c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged.
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy Customer Information ............ Other Convenient Features ...............................19, 20 MinutePlus............................................ 19 2 ...................................................... Pause .................................................................................................. 19 ............................................................................. MinuteTimer .........................
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 itwilt, at itsoption, 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..
Whenusingelectrical appliances basicsafetyprecautions shouldbefollowed, including thefollowing: WARNING - To reduce the risk of bums. electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy: 1,, Read all instructions before using the appliance.
Unpacking Remove: 1. 2 and Examining Your Oven all packing materia{s from inside the oven cavity° Read enclosures Operation Manual the feature sticker from the outside of the door, if there is one.
About Your Oven This Operation Manual is valuable: always save it for reference. read it carefully and A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. Check it for microwave cooking principles, techniques, hints and recipes.. See the order form on page 47 for ordering the Ultimate Accessory, the SHARP CAROUSEL MICROWAVE COOKBOOK.
About Utensils It is not necessary convection r and Coverings to buy all new coekware oven. The chart below Many pieces aiready will help you decide Utensils and what in your kitchen utensils can be used successfully and coverings should in your new microwave be used in each mode.
About Safety About Microwave Cooking "Arrange food carefully_ Place thickest areas toward outside of dish.. "Watch cooking time.. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed_ Foods severely overcooked can smoke or ignite. • Coverfoods while cooking. Check recipe for suggestions: paper towels, wax paper, microwave plastic wrap or a lid. Covers prevent spattering and help foods to cook evenly.
, (Rear) m t Indicators -@ -@ -@ _COMPU CO_ I'-'_ BAKE I-"_ MIX t"-'_ /_.HO0,/_ Lighted digital ]EFI_'I I--"1 (_) Ventilation openings_ (Rear) Q Oven lighL It will light when oven is operating or door is open, (_) Door hinges (_ Safety door latches, The oven will not operate unless the door is securely closed (_) Oven door with see-through window (_) Tumtabte motor shaftr (_ One touch door open button., Push to open door (_) Auto-Touch control panel.
* Before theovencanbeused, follow these procedures: Microwave Cooking 1) Plug in the oven. Close the door The oven display wilt then begin flashing 2) Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad, will appear 3) Set clock Your oven can be programmed for 99 minutes 99 seconds (99,99) Always enter the seconds after the minutes, even if they are both zeros, " Suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at 100% To Set the Clock r " Suppose you want to enter the correct timeofday (AM or P M.) Procedure L-i "_ Fl Iq /._t t.
Convection and Automatic Mix Cooking Convection Cooking Automatic Mix Cooking " Suppose you want to cook at 350°F for 20 minutes. There are two preprogrammed f Procedure Display _" I 7 C 1"3 LI I-'f l_ Ll L! Oven temperature HIGH MIX/ROAST W MIX/BAKE 1_ Enter cooking time, settings. Microwave power 300_F 350°F _ 30% J 10% " Suppose you want to bake a cake for 20 minutes on LOW MIXfBAKEo 2, Touch CONVEC pad. % Procedure %%%% -__J.._ LI i-- START J 4. Touch START pad.
To Preheat To Preheat and then Cook with Convection with Automatic Mix Your oven can be programmed to combine preheating and convection cooking, Your oven can be programmed to combfne preheating and automatic mix cooking. " Suppose you want to preheat the oven to 300°Fothen cook for 20 minutes at 300=F, * Suppose you want to preheat the oven to 300°F. and bake a pie for20 minutes on HIGH MIX. F Procedure "_ Display Procedure Display 1-I-1. Touch CONVEC pad 1..
Broil Cooking Slow Cook Preheating is automatic when the BROIL setting is used_ Only actual cooking time is entered; the oven signals when it is preheated to 450aF,, Use Broil setting for steaks, chops, chicken pieces and many other foods, Slow Cook is preset for 300°F, for 4 hours° The temperature can be changed to below 300°F, This feature can be used for foods such as baked beans or marinated chuck steak * Suppose you want to change oven temperature from 300°F. to 275°F.
CompuDefrost CompuDefrost automatically defrosts ground meat, chicken pieces, steaks, chops, whole chicken and roasts 211 After the 1st stage, open the door Turn steak over and shield any warm portions. Close the door, Round the weight to the nearest half pound (Ex.. if the steak's actual weight is 2,2 lbs,,, round to 20 Ibs If the steak's weight is 2.4 lbs. round to 2,5 Ibs) To enter weight, touch the COMPU DEFROST pad for a 5 Ib increase per touch.
Manual Defrost Popcorn lfthe food that you wish to defrost is not listed on the COMPU DEFROST CHART or is above or below the limits in the Popcorn allows you to pop microwave popcorn by touching just one pad., "Amount" column on the chart, you need to defrost manually. f You can defrost any frozen food, either raw or previously cooked, by using Power Level 3+ Follow the exact 3+step procedure found under Microwave Cooking on page 11.
CompuCook Micro CompuCook Micro will automaticallycompute the microwave power and cooking time for foods shown in the chart -3 " Suppose you want to use CompuCook Micro to cook 2 baked potatoes f Display Procedure 3 Enter number+ 4. Touch START pad+ t_-- I-3 F3 T_ ! t_j /._I _l After cooking. 1. Touch MICRO pad. NOTE: I-- 2+ Select CompuCook Micro setting. Touch 1 to cook baked potatoes.
CompuCook Convec CompuCook Convec will automatically compute the oven temperature, microwave power and cooking time for foods shr,wn in chart. START I " Suppose you want to use CompuCook Convec to roast a 5.0 lb..turkey breast.. _4.. Touch START pad.. f NOTE: 1.. CompuCook Convec can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment. 2.. CompuCook Convec works with foods at normal storage temperature For example, chicken would be at refrigerator temperature and cakes would be at room temeperature.. 3.
Minute Plus Minute Timer Minute Plus allows you to cook for a minute at ! 00% by simply touching the MINUTE PLUS pad,, You can also extend cooking time in multiples of I minute by repeatedly touching the MINUTE PLUS pad during manual cooking,, " Suppose you want to time a 3 minute long distance phone call, Procedure * Suppose you want to heat a cup of soup for one minute_ Touch MINUTE PLUS 1 __ Entertime. 2 _ Touch TIMER!PAUSE pad.
More or Less Time Adjustment Auto Start Ifyou wish to program your oven to begin cooking automatically at a designated time of day, follow this procedure: * Suppose you want to start cooking a stew for 20 minutes on 50% at 4:30.. Before setting, check to make sure the clock is showing the correct time of day. Should you discover that you like any of the Popcorn, CompuCook or CompuDefrost settings slightly more done, touch the POWER LEVEL pad once after touching your choice of pads.
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 two minutes at HIGH 100% YES A_ Does the _ight come on in the oven? YES B Does the cooling fan work? (Put your hand over the rear ventilating openings ) YES C Does the turntable rotate? It is normal for the turntable to turn in either direction D Is the water in the oven hot? YES 2.
Exterior The outside surface is precoated metal and ptastic_ 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 Door Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters.r Metal parts will be easier to maintain if wiped frequently with a damp cloth Avoid the use of harsh abrasives. Touch Control Care should be soiled, open the with water only.
f "% Vegetable Amount Artichokes Fresh 2 medium Asparagus Fresh Spears 1 tb, Frozen Spears 10-oz.. pkg_ Beans Fresh, Green and Wax Frozen, Green 10-oz pkg Frozen, Lima 10-oz pkg Beets Fresh, Whole 5 medium Broccoli Fresh, Spears 1 Ib Fresh, Pieces 1 fb Frozen, Spears, Cuts, Chopped Brussels Sprouts Fresh Frozen 1 lb, 10-oz. pkg.
Vegetable Amount Cooking Procedure Microwave Time at HIGH (100%) Standing Time, Covered Corn Fresh, on Cob 2 ears 4 ears Frozen, on Cob 2 ears 4 ears Frozen, Whole Kernel Okra Fresh, Who]e Frozen, Whole or Slices Peas, Black-eyed Frozen Peas, Green Fresh Frozen Potatoes Baked Boiled Spinach Fresh Frozen, Leaf or Chopped Squash Fresh, Acorn Fresh, Sliced Zucchini, Frozen, Mashed 10-oz. pkg. 3/4 Ib 10-oz_pkg, 10-oz., pkg,, 2 cups 10-oz pkg 2 medium 4 medium 4 medium 9qn_ pie plate. 2 tbsp.
Item Starting Temperature Microwave Time Proced ure Plate of Food 1 serving of meat, 2 servings of vegetables Room temp Refrigerated MED,-HIGH (70%) 1-21/=min, 2V_-3% min_ Meaty portions and bulky vegetables to outside, Cover with wax paper,, Meat (Chicken pieces, chops, hamburgers, meat loaf slices) 1 serving 2 servings MED -HIGH (70%) 1-2 min. 2-4 min. Cover loosely with wax paper Refrigerated Refrigerated Room temp.
The convection microwave oven is the ultimate cooking team° This state-of-the-art system brings together the best of both worlds Enjoy the browning and crisping capabilities of convection plus the speed of microwave cooking., Microwaving brings out the natural flavor of foods and keeps them moist and juicy.. Convection cooking adds the advantage of browning and crisping food beautifully.
What is CONVECTION Cooking? With convection cooking, a high speed fan circulates air past the heat source and around the food The superheated air browns and crisps the food beautifully, See page 39 for Convection Baking Chart " Use CONVECTION for short time baking needs such as for biscuits, cookies, mini muffins, cupcakes refrigerated convenience food products, "Preheat and frozen or and bake according to recipe or package temperature and time.
There's an easy way to cook each of your favodte foods_,Matching the best method and setting to the food is the secret to success time after time,, This chart keeps it simple by giving you the everyday guidelines you need,, Now you can tell at a glance whether it'sbest to use the Convection or Microwave only method, the Broil setting or combination cycles of LOW MtX/Bake or HIGH MIX/ Roast, Food Convection Low Mix High Mix Broil Microwave Breads & Rolls Biscuits Yes Bread Loaves Yes Rolls Yes C
f Food Convection Low Mix High Mix Broil Microwave Meat, Fish & Poultry Yes Bacon Casseroles Yes Chicken, Whole Roasting Yes Chicken Pieces Yes Yes Chops -- Lamb, Pork, Veal Yes Hamburgers Yes Ham Steak Yes Hot Dogs Yes Yes Yes Yes Fish & Seafood Yes Meat Loaf Yes RoastsBeef, Lamb, Pork, Veal Yes Sausage Yes Steaks & London Broif Yes Yes Turkey, Whole & Breast Pies Yes Crust Yes Custard or Pumpkin Yes Double - Crust Yes Frozen Prepared Custard Yes Frozen Prepared
A wide variety of utensils may be used in convection and combination cooking Remember that there is heat when cooking with convection, broil, LOW MIX or HIGH MIX; therefore utensils must be able to withstand the cooking temperature you are using. You may use: * the Carouset turntable as a baking sheet for cookies "the broiling trivet and the baking rack for either convection or combination cooking * traditional metal bakeware • round pizza pans work well for 2 level baking.
r Cut Removal Temperature Internal Temp_ After Standing 120_F 140°F. 130°F, 150°F, 150°F, 160°F 120°F 140°F 130°F 150°F t50°F 160_'F 14-16 min perlb at HIGH MIX 155°F 165_-170°F, 11_13 min perlb,, at HIGH MIX 160°F, 170°F - 14-16 min, per Ib at HIGH MIX 165OF, 170°F_ 7-9 min per lb. at HiGH MIX 130°F, 140°FL 120°F° 130_F Time Beef Roasts (tender cuts) Rare: Medium: Weil Done: Roasts (less tender cuts) Rare: Medium: Well Done: 12-14 rain pertb.
Meat Loaf Surprise Pot Roast with Vegetables 11/= pounds ground beef t egg 1 small onion, chopped 1 carrot, grated 1 stalk celery, finely chopped 1/= cup seasoned bread crumbs 114cup catsup 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves V4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/0 teaspoon pepper V4 pound boiled ham, sliced t14 pound Swiss cheese, sliced 4 to 5-pound round or chuck pot roast V= teaspoon salt V2 teaspoon garlic powder V= teaspoon dried thyme leaves _/0 teaspoon pepper 4 potatoes, peeled and quartered 3 onions, quarter
Herb Roasted Chicken Stuffed Pork Chops 3 tablespoons margarine or butter, softened 1 clove garlic, minced 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese V= teaspoon ground sage 3/4 teaspoon thyme leaves =/_ teaspoon basil leaves 5 to 6 pound roasting chicken 4 pork chops, l_h inches thick 1 cup chopped apple 1/= cup soft bread crumbs V= cup chopped walnuts 1/4 cup chopped onion 114 cup raisins 1 egg 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes _t2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 114 teaspoon ground sage % teaspoon pepper Makes 6
Poultry Pie Frittata Filling: 3 cups diced, cooked boneless chicken or turkey 1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, defrosted 1 can (I0_/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup V= cup milk 2 tablespoons chopped pimiento V= teaspoon dried oregano leaves V2 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves 11=teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves V4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon pepper =/4 cup diced green pepper 3/, cup diced mushrooms =/, cup diced zucchini 3/, cup diced onion 1/2 cup diced pimiento 2 tablespo
Tamale Casserole Hearty Pizza I 1 1 2 t I 1 't2 1/, V_ 1 pound ground beef or 4 to 6 ounces sliced pepperoni 2 medium onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 can (28 oz.
Your oven broils both sides of the food simultaneously giving tender, juicy results° Check chart below for approximate broiling times. Program oven for the maximum time but check at the minimum time,.
Oriental Flank Steak _A 2 3/. 3 3 3 1 2 I Honey Mustard Chicken cup sherry tablespoons packed brown sugar teaspoon salt tablespoons soy sauce tablespoons Hoisin sauce tablespoons catsup tablespoon minced fresh ginger green onions, thinly sliced to lib-pound flank steak Vz _h V, 2 Combine coarse mustard, Dijon mustard and honey, Set aside.. Makes 4 servings Preheat oven for broiling. Place chicken in 9-inch oven-safe dish.
Broiled Salmon with Basil Sauce 2 1 V4 2 1 _/_ _h 4 Spicy Shrimp _/4 cup white wine _14cup water 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons sugar I tablespoon vegetable oil 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes % to V4 teaspoon ground ginger Dash of hot pepper sauce I pound jumbo raw shrimp, shelled and deveined Makes 4 servings tablespoons olive oil clove garlic, minced cup white wine tablespoons lemon juice cup fresh basil* cup grated Parmesan cheese teaspoon Dijon-style mustard salmon steaks (1V4 to 1V=pounds) o
The moving evenly heated air bakes and browns foods beautifully Preheating the oven is necessary with convection cooking of smaller, faster-cooking food items that require less than 20 minutes of baking, Foods requiring longer baking time use LOW MfX HELPFUL HINTS • Metal pizza pans are ideal for 2 shelf baking of cookies, biscuits and frozen convenience foods. "To proof yeast dough, place dough in a well-greased bowl or loaf pan; cover with damp cloth, Place in oven at SLOW COOK 100°F for 30 to 45 minutes.
Procedure Item Cakes: Your recipe or mix Tube or Bundt Cakes** Bake on broiling trivet three-fourths the recommended time on LOW MIX_ Angel Food Bake 25 to 30 minutes on LOW MIX, Loaf Cakes or Quick Breads Bake three*fourths the recommended time on LOW MIX Bar Cookies: Your recipe or mix Bake three-fourths the recommended time or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean on LOW MIX Pies Single Crust: baked before filling, your recipe, mix or frozen prepared Prick crust with fork.
Peanut Butter Cookies Chocolate V= _/_ 1/= V_ V4 1 1V4 _/_ V2 2_h cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda V2 teaspoon salt 3!_ cup granulated sugar 3/4 packed brown sugar V2 cup margarine or butter _h cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 eggs t package (12 ounces) chocolate chips 1 cup chopped nuts Makes 32 bars cup peanut butter cup granulated sugar cup packed brown sugar cup margarine or butter cup vegetable shortening egg cups all-purpose flour teaspoon baking soda teaspoon baking powder Make
Nut Cake With Mocha Frosting 8 1V2 2 1A 1V= Sour Cream Pound Cake eggs cups sugar cups hazelnuts or walnuts cup aIFpurpose flour tablespoons baking powder 4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 11=teaspoon salt 2 cups sugar 1 cup margarine or butter, softened 4 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups dairy sour cream 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon Makes 12 servings Frosting: 1 pint heavy cream _/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar 1/4 cup
Apricot Pecan Oat Bran Muffins Preserve Cake 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/= teaspoon ground allspice V= teaspoon ground cinnamon V= teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 cups sugar _/4 cup margarine or butter, softened 4 eggs 1 cup buttermilk V= teaspoon vanilla 2 cups preserves (combine 2 or more flavors) 2 cups chopped pecans Makes 12 servings _14 cup whole wheat flour 1 cup oat bran 1/4 cup wheat germ 2 teaspoons baking powder 112cup orange juice 1!4 cup packed brown sugar 1 cup dried apricots,
Coconut Oatmeal Pie Frozen Prepared 3 eggs, well beaten 1 cup packed brown sugar =/3 cup granulated sugar % cup quick*cooking oats % cup shredded coconut V= cup milk 2 tablespoons margarine or butter, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla 11=cup broken pecans 1 9-inch unbaked pie shell Makes 8 servings Frozen Per Serving: Calories: Protein: Carbohydrate: 504 7 g, 66 g, Fudge Brownie V_ 3/4 1 3 1 V_ 1 1 1V2 1 2 1 1 % 4 ale V4 V= V2 6 2 1 I 25 g 104 mg 215 mg Pie cup margarine or butter cup packed brown sugar t
Onion-Cheese Caraway Rolls 1 V.
No-Knead Cheddar Dill Bread Hearty Cheese Caraway Bread 2V2 1 2 1 1 V4 1 1 V4 1 1 2 1 63/4 3 21/= V_ 1 2 1 1 1/3 13/4 1/4 to 3 cups all-purpose flour tablespoon sugar teaspoons dill weed teaspoon dill seeds teaspoon salt teaspoon baking soda package active dry yeast cup small-curd cottage cheese cup water tablespoon margarine or butter egg cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese egg, sllghtiy beaten Poppy seeds Makes one 8-inch round loaf, 16 servings Set aside 1 cup of flour.
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AUTO-TOUCH ® GUIDE , For more complete SET CLOCK information )recautiqns, and safety J COMPU If 88:88 is in display, first touch STOP/CLEAR 1 .Touch AUTO START/CLOCK AUTO START/CLOCK COOK _._ I .!_I FYT-6q :ooFI! _5oFI_ 3 Touch numoer pad for quantity (Ex: 2 for two ootatoes ) pad 4 Touch i_ START. j MICROWAVE Power Cooking li I START j COMPU COOK I Touch CONVEC 2, Select desired I .
