R-90GC(S) O/M ® TM J HIGH SPEED CONVECTION MICROWAVE OVEN MODEL R-90GC(S) OPERATION MANUAL CONTENTS Warranty Page Inside of front cover Introduction 1 Warning 2 Special Notes 3 Installation Instructions 4 Oven Diagram 4 Operation of Touch Control Panel 5 Control Panel Display 5 Touch Control Panel Layout 5 Before Operating 6 Getting Started 6 Clock Setting 6 Stop/Clear 6 To Cancel a Programme During Cooking 6 Microwave Cooking 7 Microwave Time Cooking 7 Instant Cook 8 Gr
R-90GC(S) O/M WARRANTY Consumer Electronic Products Congratulations on Your Purchase! This Sharp product is warranted against faults in materials and manufacture for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of original purchase. If service is required during the warranty period, please contact your nearest Sharp Approved Service Centre. These repairs would be carried out at no charge to the owner, subject to the conditions specified herein.
R-90GC(S) O/M INTRODUCTION ® INFO DISPLAY COOKING SYSTEM Thank you for buying a Sharp Microwave Oven. Your new oven has an "Information Display System" which offers you step-by-step instructions to easily guide you through each feature. Your oven also has a HELP key for instructions on using Guide of Keys, Child Lock, Sound Setting, Refresh Cycle and Help. After gaining experience and confidence using your oven, the information display can be turned off.
R-90GC(S) O/M WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS : READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Do not put things on top of the oven or cover the outer cabinet. 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.
R-90GC(S) O/M SPECIAL NOTES DO DON’T Eggs, fruits, nuts, seeds, vegetables, 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.
R-90GC(S) O/M 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.
R-90GC(S) O/M OPERATION OF TOUCH CONTROL PANEL The operation of the oven is controlled by pressing the appropriate keys 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 the oven will beep for approximately 2 seconds at the end of the cooking cycle, or 4 times when a cooking procedure is required.
R-90GC(S) O/M BEFORE OPERATING Getting Started 1. Plug the oven into a power point and switch on the power. Ensure the door is closed. 2. The oven display will show "PRESS STOP". 3. Press the STOP/CLEAR key. The display will show ".0". 4. Set the clock. 5. Use the Refresh Cycle to heat the oven before using for the first time. (Please refer to page 19.) Clock Setting * To enter the present time of day 11:34 (AM or PM). 1. Press the CLOCK key. 2. Enter the hours by pressing the TIME keys. x1 x1 4.
R-90GC(S) O/M MICROWAVE COOKING 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, 90 seconds.
R-90GC(S) O/M Instant Cook™ For your convenience Sharp’s Instant Cook allows you to easily cook for one minute on 100% microwave power. Check the display. Press the INSTANT COOK/START key. (Within 3 minutes of closing the door.) MICRO COOK The timer begins to count down. Press theINSTANT COOK/START key until desired time is displayed. Each time the key is pressed, the cooking time is increased by 1 minute. 8 R-90GC(S) O/M,01-14 8 03.7.
R-90GC(S) O/M GRILL COOKING The GRILL is a pre-programmed setting that cooks at high speed using a high temperature and maximum speed hot air circulation. It is assisted by the turntable which rotates to ensure even browning. Food can be placed either directly onto the racks, or into a flan dish/heat-resistant plate on the racks. * Suppose you want to grill for 5 minutes. 1. Enter desired cooking time. 2. Press the GRILL key. 3. Press the INSTANT COOK/START key. x5 Check the display.
R-90GC(S) O/M PREHEATING For best results, preheat to the required temperature with the turntable in the oven. Add food after preheating. *To preheat the oven to 180°C 1. Select preheating temperature by pressing the CONV. (°C) key (for 180°C press 6 times). 2. Press the INSTANT COOK/START key. x1 x6 3. When the oven reaches 180°C, the audible signal will sound and the oven will display 180°C. Place food in the oven, enter the desired cooking time and press the INSTANT COOK/START key. CONV.
R-90GC(S) O/M CONVECTION COOKING Your oven can be used as a conventional oven using the convection facility which has10 pre-set oven temperatures. During convection cooking, hot air is circulated throughout the oven cavity to brown and crisp foods evenly. Preheating is recommended for better results. The temperatures available in °C are: 40°C, 100°C, 130°C, 160°C, 180°C, 190°C, 200°C, 220°C, 230°C, 250°C. *Suppose you want to cook for 20 minutes at 250°C. 1. Enter desired cooking time. 2.
R-90GC(S) O/M DUAL COOKING Dual Cook combines microwave power with grill or convection. The DUAL cooking modes use high speed air circulation. The combination of microwave power with grill or convection reduces cooking time and provides a crisp, brown finish. Press DUAL MODE key Cooking method Microwave Power Range DUAL 1 MICROWAVE and GRILL 10% - 70% DUAL 2 MICROWAVE and CONVECTION 10% - 70% NOTES: • Dual Cook is preset with 30% microwave power level.
R-90GC(S) O/M Example 2: * Suppose you want to cook for 20 minutes on DUAL 2 using 10% microwave power and 200°C convection. 1. Enter desired cooking time. 2. Select the cooking mode by pressing the DUAL 2 key. 3. If you want to change the microwave power level, press the POWER LEVEL key (for 10% press once). x2 x1 4. If you want to change the convection temperature, press the CONV. (°C) key (for 200°C press 3 times). 5. Press the INSTANT COOK/START key. Check the display. SPEED x3 x1 CONV.
R-90GC(S) O/M AUTOMATIC OPERATIONS Notes for Automatic Operations 1. When using the automatic features, carefully follow the instructions provided in each MENU GUIDE to achieve the best result. If the instructions are not followed carefully, the food may be overcooked or undercooked. 2. When action is required (e.g. to turn food over), the oven stops, the audible signal sounds and any instructions will appear on the display. To continue cooking, press the INSTANT COOK/START key. 3.
R-90GC(S) O/M BASIC COOK BASIC COOK allows you to cook up to 45 preprogrammed foods selected from 9 categories. Please refer to the BASIC COOK MENU GUIDE on page 7-8 of the cooking guides. PRESS BASIC COOK KEY FOOD CATEGORY Once Meat Twice Poultry 3 times Fish 4 times Crispy Potatoes 5 times Pizza 6 times Crispy Crumb 7 times Pie/Quiche 8 times Bakery 9 times Desserts SYMBOL * Suppose you want to cook 2.0 kg of Chilled Whole Roast Chicken. 1. Select food category.
R-90GC(S) O/M RECIPES The RECIPES function allows you to cook 45 pre-programmed recipes selected from 9 categories. Please refer to the RECIPES MENU GUIDE on page 9 of the cooking guides and attached cookbook. PRESS BASIC COOK KEY FOOD CATEGORY Once Meat Twice Poultry 3 times Fish 4 times Crispy Potatoes 5 times Pizza 6 times Crispy Crumb 7 times Pie/Quiche 8 times Bakery 9 times Desserts SYMBOL * Suppose you want to cook Chicken Parmesan Bake. 1. Select food category.
R-90GC(S) O/M OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES Sequence Cooking Your oven can be programmed for up to 4 automatic cooking sequences, switching from one variable setting to another automatically. These can include a combination of Microwave, Grill, Convection or Dual Cooking. Example: To cook for: 5 minutes on 70% microwave power (Stage 1) 6 minutes on Grill (Stage 2) 3 minutes on Dual 2, 200°C, 30% microwave power (Stage 3) STAGE 1 1. Enter the cooking time by pressing the 1 MIN. key 5 times. 2.
R-90GC(S) O/M Help Feature The HELP feature has 5 different programmes. Guide of Keys Each key carries a useful guide. * To get the guide for the BASIC COOK key. 1. Press the HELP key once. Check the display. 2. Press the BASIC COOK key. x1 The guide message will be shown once, and then the display will show the time of day. If you want to cancel the guide, press the STOP/CLEAR key.
R-90GC(S) O/M Sound Setting This oven is preset with the Sound On. The sound can be turned off. *To turn off the sound. 1. Press the HELP key 3 times. Check the display. 2. Press the STOP/CLEAR key. x3 The time of day will appear in the display. *To turn on the sound. 1. Press the HELP key 3 times. 2. Press the INSTANT COOK/START key. Check the display. x3 The time of day will appear in the display. Refresh Cycle The oven has a catalyst which assists with smoke and odour removal.
R-90GC(S) O/M Time Adjustment for Automatic Cooking 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. The LESS/MORE keys can be used to adjust the cooking time of the following features.
R-90GC(S) O/M Time Adjustment for Manual Cooking a) Adjusting time during cooking The cooking time can be decreased or increased in 1 minute increments each time theLESS ( ) and MORE ( ) keys are pressed. The cooking time can also be extended in multiples of 1 minute by pressing the INSTANT COOK/START key while the oven is in operation. Check the cooking progress regularly. b) Extending time at the end of cooking Cooking time can be extended at the end of cooking.
R-90GC(S) O/M 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, 90 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. 3. Press the INSTANT COOK/START key. 2.
R-90GC(S) O/M CARE AND CLEANING Disconnect the power supply cord before cleaning or leave the door open to inactivate the oven. Before cleaning ensure oven cavity is cool. 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.
R-90GC(S) O/M SERVICE CALL CHECK Check the following before calling service: 1. Does the display light up? Yes No 2. When the door is opened, does the oven lamp come on? Yes No 3. Place one cup of water (approx. 250 ml) in a glass measure in the oven and close the door securely. Press the INSTANT COOK/START key once. A. Does the oven lamp come on? Yes No B. Does the cooling fan work? Yes No (Put your hand over the rear ventilation openings.) C.
R-90GC(S) C/B COOKING GUIDES CONTENTS COOKING GUIDE COOKWARE AND UTENSIL GUIDE 3 HELPFUL HINTS 1 AUTO COOK MENU GUIDE 4,5 EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE 6 SHARP CORPORATION OSAKA, JAPAN 1 RECIPES MENU GUIDE 9 TINSEB011 WRRZ - J31 PRINTED IN THAILAND ® R-90GC(S) C/B,COVER BASIC COOK MENU GUIDE 7 03.7.
HELPFUL HINTS R-90GC(S) C/B MICROWAVE COOKING 1. ARRANGEMENT Arrange foods carefully. Place thickest areas toward outside of dish. Eg. Arrange vegetables in a shallow dish in the following way: Hard Vegetables around the outside, Soft Vegetables in the centre, Medium Vegetables in-between. 2. TURNING Foods such as poultry and joints of meat should be turned over after half the cooking time. 3.
R-90GC(S) C/B HELPFUL HINTS GRILL COOKING CONVECTION COOKING 1. Use thick oven gloves when removing food or the turntable from the oven to PREVENT BURNS. Because accessible parts (e.g. oven door, oven cavity, dishes and accessories) will become hot when in use. 2. Foods may be cooked either directly on the turntable, or using the high/low racks (and splash guard). 1. Use thick oven gloves when removing food or the turntable from the oven to PREVENT BURNS. Because accessible parts (e.g.
COOKWARE & UTENSIL GUIDE MICROWAVE GRILL DUAL COOKING CONVECTION YES YES YES YES Not necessary YES YES YES GLASSWARE/CERAMIC (HEAT RESISTANT) YES YES YES YES METAL COOKWARE NO YES YES YES OVEN BAGS YES NO NO NO For Shielding YES For Shielding YES NON-STICK PAPER YES NO NO NO GREASE-PROOF PAPER YES NO NO NO WAXED PAPER YES NO NO NO PLASTIC WRAP *2 YES (microwave safe wrap only) NO NO NO PAPER TOWEL YES NO NO NO YES NO NO NO BROWNING DISH YES NO N
AUTO COOK MENU GUIDE R-90GC(S) C/B When you cook the following menus with AUTO COOK, press the AUTO COOK key until the desired menu appears in the display. No. Menu Weight Range - 18 °C 1 – 3 serves Frozen Place only one meal in oven at a time.
AUTO COOK MENU GUIDE R-90GC(S) C/B When you cook the following menus with AUTO COOK, press the AUTO COOK key until the desired menu appears in the display. No. 4 Menu Weight Range Fresh Pasta Tortellini Ravioli Weight Fettuccine Hot tap water Tagliatelle (1 cup=250ml) 0.2 - 0.5 kg 200g 300g 400g 500g 4 cups 4 cups 6 cups 6 cups Dried Rice / Pasta 5 includes: Weight 0.1 - 0.
EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE R-90GC(S) C/B When you defrost the following menus with EASY DEFROST, press the EASY DEFROST key until the desired menu appears in the display. No. 1 2 Menu Roast Meat Beef/Lamb/Pork Procedure Weight Range • • • • 0.6 - 1.8 kg 1.2 - 2.6 kg 15 - 30 0.3 - 1.2 kg • Shield thin end of chops or steaks with foil. • Position the food with thinner parts in the centre in a single layer on a defrost rack. If pieces are stuck together, try to separate as soon as possible.
BASIC COOK MENU GUIDE R-90GC(S) C/B When you cook the following menus with BASIC COOK, press the BASIC COOK key to select the food category. Then press the MENU key until the desired menu appears in the display. NOTES: • Preheat is pre-programmed for all foods that require it. Remove the turntable and accessories before preheating. When preheatis over the audible signal will sound. • Foods marked with *do not need preheat. Fish Meat No. Menu 1 2 3 4 5 Int. Temp.
Crispy Crumb Bakery R-90GC(S) C/B No. Menu Int. Temp. Weight Range Rack Container 1 Chilled Chicken Nuggets C 0.1 - 0.5 kg Turntable 2 Chilled Chicken Breast Fillets C 0.1 - 0.5 kg Turntable 3 Chilled Fish Nuggets/Shapes/Fingers C 0.1 - 0.5 kg Turntable 4 Frozen Chicken Nuggets F 0.1 - 0.5 kg Turntable 5 Frozen Chicken Breast Fillets F 0.1 - 0.5 kg Turntable 6 Frozen Fish Nuggets/Shapes/Fingers F 0.1 - 0.5 kg Turntable 7 Frozen Fish Fillets/Portions F 0.1 - 0.
RECIPES MENU GUIDE R-90GC(S) C/B When you cook the following menus with RECIPES, press the RECIPES key to select the food category. Then press the MENU key until the desired menu appears in the display. NOTES: • Preheat is pre-programmed for all foods that require it. Remove the turntable and accessories before preheating. When preheatis over the audible signal will sound. • Foods marked with * do not need preheat. • Please refer to the cookbook for recipes. Crispy Crumb Meat No.
