OVER THE RANGE MODELS R-1510, R-1511, R-1514 R-1510/11/14#316 1 4/29/02, 11:57 AM
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.
CONTENTS For Customer Assistance .......................... 2 Special Features ......................................... 23-30 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Instant Sensor ........................................... 24 Sensor Cook Center ................................. 25 Microwave Energy .................................. 2 Sensor Cook Recipes ............................... 26-27 Contents ...................................................... 3 Reheat .................
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. example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, and the like. 2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAU- 13. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
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 Open the bottom of the carton, bend the carton flaps back and tilt the oven over to rest on plasticfoam pad. Lift carton off oven and remove all packing materials, WALL and TOP CABINET TEMPLATE, Turntable, and Turntable Support. SAVE THE CARTON AS IT MAY MAKE INSTALLATION EASIER. 1. Remove the feature sticker from the outside of the door, if there is one. 2.
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3 ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. This oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5 TOOLS RECOMMENDED FOR INSTALLATION • Phillips Screwdriver • Saw to cut exhaust opening (if needed) • Electric Drill • 1/2”, 5/8” and 3/32” Drill Bits • 1-1/2” Wood Bit or Metal Hole Cutter (if metal cabinet is used) • Scissors • Pencil • Protective Drop Cloth for product and range - you may also use carton for protection • Measure • Tape 6 INSTALLATION HARDWARE The INSTALLATION HARDWARE items 1 - 7 are in a small bag. Items 8 - " are packed separately.
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 7 PREPARATION OF THE OVEN 1. Turn oven on the side. See Figure 5. 2. Follow steps (A)-(D) to remove mounting plate from the back of the oven as shown in Figure 5. (A) Release mounting plate by pulling out the lever that is on the bottom of the oven. See Figure 6. (B) When lever is out, pull that side of the mounting plate away from the oven. See Figure 5. (C) Repeat step (A) on other side. (D) Repeat step (B) on other side.
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 8 VENTILATION SYSTEM (PREPARING OVEN FOR INSTALLATION) This Microwave Oven/Hood is designed for adaptation to three types of hood ventilation systems. Select the type required for your installation. Recirculating — non-vented, ductless. Follow installation procedure (A). Recirculating requires the use of the Charcoal Filter, which has already been installed in the oven. Horizontal Exhaust — outside ventilation. Follow installation procedure (B).
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (C) VERTICAL EXHAUST: OUTSIDE VENTILATION 1. Remove and save 2 screws from back edge and 3 screws from the top center of the Fan Cover Bracket. Remove Fan Cover Bracket by sliding it in the opposite direction of the arrow on the Fan Cover Bracket as shown in Figure 11. 2. Lift Hood Fan Unit carefully and slip wires out of cavity. See Figure 12. CAUTION: Do not pull or stretch hood fan wiring. 3.
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 9 OVEN INSTALLATION THIS OVEN CANNOT BE PROPERLY INSTALLED WITHOUT REFERRING TO THE MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS FOUND ON WALL AND TOP CABINET TEMPLATES. THE NEXT STEP IS TO READ AND FOLLOW MOUNTING INFORMATION ON WALL AND TOP CABINET TEMPLATES. THIS OVEN MUST BE ATTACHED TO AT LEAST ONE WALL STUD. SEE WALL CONSTRUCTION ON PAGE 6. WHEN DONE WITH TEMPLATES, PROCEED TO MOUNTING SCALE PLATE SECTION. MOUNTING SCALE PLATE Attach 2 Scale Plates ! with tape (not included).
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 10 PREPARATION AND USE OF THE CARTON TO ASSIST IN THE INSTALLATION OF THE MICROWAVE OVEN Utilization of the carton may make installation easier. 1. Place carton upside down. See Figure 20. 2. Using cutting line around the carton, cut into two pieces (A) and (B). See Figure 21. 3. Position oven to assist in mounting to the wall. See Figure 22.
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MOUNTING OVEN TO THE WALL Two people are recommended to attach the Microwave Oven/Hood to the Mounting Plate. 1. Thread the Power Supply Cord through the hole made in the bottom of the top cabinet. Install the oven by snapping it onto the Mounting Plate. See Figure 23. 2. Use two Tapping Screws 5 to secure the levers that are on the bottom of the oven. See Figure 24. 3.
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 becomes very hot should not be used. 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. The following coverings are ideal: • Paper towels are good for covering foods for reheating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon.
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 FRONT VIEW 14 13 14 7 8 9 2 15 10 11 6 1 12 4 BOTTOM VIEW 3 5 17 6 (Front of Microwave) (Rear of Microwave) 18 1 Oven door with see-through window Be careful with the edge of the oven door as it is glass and could chip or break. 2 Door hinges 3 Waveguide cover: DO NOT REMOVE. 4 Turntable motor shaft 5 Oven light It will light when oven is operating or door is open. 6 Safety door latches The oven will not operate unless the door is securely closed.
PART NAMES CONTROL PANEL Words in the lower portion of the display will light to indicate what function is in progress. 30 30 31 24 32 25 32 21 28 32 29 32 21 22 R-1510 / R-1511 Number next to the control panel illustration indicates pages on which there are feature descriptions and usage information.
PART NAMES CONTROL PANEL Words in the lower portion of the display will light to indicate what function is in progress. 30 31 30 24 25 28 29 LIGHT HI/LO 32 FAN HI/LO 32 STOP CLEAR 21 START MINUTE PLUS 32 32 21 22 R-1514 Number next to the control panel illustration indicates pages on which there are feature descriptions and usage information.
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. • Before the oven can be used, follow these procedures: 1. Plug in the oven. Close the door. The oven display will show AND PRESS CLOCK . 2. Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad. : SHARP SIMPLY THE BEST PRESS CLEAR will appear. 3. Set clock. TO SET THE CLOCK • Suppose you want to enter the correct time of day 12:30 (A.M. or P.M.).
M A N U A L O P E R AT I O N • Suppose you want to defrost for 5 minutes at 30%. TIME COOKING PROCEDURE 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. 1 5 • Suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at 100%. PROCEDURE 1 5 0 0 15.00 Enter defrosting time. D I S P L AY 0 2 15.00 Enter cooking time.
S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S SENSOR COOK Using Sensor Settings: 7. If the sensor does not detect vapor properly when popping popcorn, the oven will turn off, and the correct time of day will be displayed. If the sensor does not detect vapor properly when cooking other foods, ERROR will be displayed, and the oven will turn off. 1. After oven is plugged in, wait 2 minutes before using Sensor Cook. 8. Check food for temperature after cooking. If additional time is needed, continue to cook manually. 2.
SPECIAL FEATURES INSTANT SENSOR NOTE: Instant Sensor allows you to cook or reheat many of your favorite foods by touching just one pad. 1. Instant Sensor can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment. See page 32. • Suppose you want to cook 2 baked potatoes. 2. The final result will vary according to the food condition (e.g. initial temperature, shape, quality). Check food for temperature after heating. If additional time is needed, continue to heat manually.
SPECIAL FEATURES SENSOR COOK CENTER You can cook many foods by touching the Sensor Cook Center pad and the food number. You don’t need to calculate cooking time or power level. NOTE: • Suppose you want to cook ground meat. 2. The final result will vary according to the food condition (e.g. initial temperature, shape, quality). Check food for temperature after heating. If additional time is needed, continue to heat manually. 1. Sensor Cook Center can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment.
SPECIAL FEATURES SENSOR COOKING RECIPES Mexican Seasoned Potatoes 4 1/4 1 1/2 Makes 6 to 8 servings 1/2 medium baking potatoes (8 ounces each) cup olive oil tablespoon instant minced onion teaspoon chili powder 1/4 1/2 teaspoon oregano leaves teaspoon ground cumin teaspoon salt 1 Cut each potato lengthwise into 4 equal wedges. Place potato wedges into 10-inch square casserole. Toss potatoes with oil to coat well. 2 In small bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Sprinkle over potatoes.
SPECIAL FEATURES SENSOR COOK RECIPES (continued) Glazed Apple Slices 1/4 3 2 1/2 1/4 1/2 Makes 6 to 8 servings cup brown sugar tablespoons margarine or butter tablespoons apricot preserves teaspoon ground nutmeg teaspoon salt cup sugar 3/4 cup orange juice 1 tablespoon cornstarch 4 baking apples (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled and sliced into 8 pieces each 3 tablespoons chopped green pistachios 1 Combine brown sugar, margarine and apricot preserves in a small bowl.
SPECIAL FEATURES REHEAT NOTE: Reheat allows you to heat three of your favorite foods by touching just one pad. 1. To increase quantity, touch chosen pad until number in display is same as desired quantity to cook. Ex: touch BEVERAGE three times for 1.5 cups. More or less food than the quantity listed in the chart should be heated following the guidelines in any microwave cookbook. • Suppose you want to heat 2 fresh rolls or muffins.
SPECIAL FEATURES DEFROST CENTER DEFROST CENTER automatically defrosts all the foods shown in the DEFROST CENTER CHART below. 3 Round the weight to the nearest half pound. (Ex: if the steak's actual weight is 2.2 lb round to 2.0 lb. If the steak's weight is 2.4 lb round to 2.5 lb). START MINUTE PLUS Touch DEFROST CENTER pad and the desired number for food selection. Then enter weight in .1 lb. 4 • Suppose you want to defrost a 3.0 pound steak. PROCEDURE 1 DEFROST CENTER D I S P L AY 3.
SPECIAL FEATURES KEEP WARM PLUS HOT WATER KEEP WARM PLUS allows you to keep food warm for 30 minutes. HOT WATER heats 1 to 6 cups of tap water to prepare coffee, tea, bouillon and instant soup as well as heat the water to cook pasta. When preparing individual cups, place instant coffee, tea or bouillon in cup and stir before heating. Allow to stand 20 seconds after heating before stirring and drinking. Stir carefully after removing from the oven.
O T H E R C O N V E N I E N T F E AT U R E S CUSTOM HELP 2. If the oven door is opened after programming Auto Start, it is necessary to touch the START pad for Auto Start time to appear in the readout so that the oven will automatically begin programmed cooking at the chosen Auto Start time. Custom Help provides 4 features that make using your oven easy because specific instructions are provided in the interactive display. 1. CHILD LOCK 3.
OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING MORE OR LESS TIME ADJUSTMENT Your oven can be programmed for up to 4 automatic cooking sequences, switching from one power level setting to another automatically. Should you discover that you like any of the Cook Center, Defrost Center, Reheat Center, Popcorn or Hot water settings slightly more done, touch the POWER LEVEL pad once after touching your choice of pads or before touching START pad. The display will show MORE .
CLEANING AND CARE Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or leave the door open to inactivate the oven during cleaning. Exterior Turntable/Turntable Support The outside surface is precoated steel and plastic. 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 turntable and turntable support can be removed for easy cleaning.
REPLACING PARTS CHARCOAL FILTER LIGHT BULBS Charcoal Filter, Sharp part number RK-240 which was installed in your oven, is used for nonvented, recirculated installation. The filter should be changed every 6 to 12 months depending on use. See page 14 for ordering information. 1. To replace light bulbs, first disconnect power to the oven at the circuit breaker panel or by unplugging. 2. To release cover, remove the screw on the light cover. (See illustration.) 3.
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 left side of louver.) 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-1510, R-1511, R-1514 AC Line Voltage: Single phase 120V, 60Hz, AC only AC Power Required: 1640 watts, 14.0 amps. Output Power: 1000 watts* (IEC Test Procedure) Frequency: 2450 MHz Outside Dimensions: 29 15/16"(W) x 16 1/4"(H) x 15 9/16"(D) Cavity Dimensions: 17 1/2"(W) x 9 7/8"(H) x 14 15/16"(D) Oven Capacity: 1.5 Cu. Ft. Cooking Uniformity: Turntable system Weight: Approx.
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GUIA AUTO-TOUCH Para mayor informacion y precauciones de seguridad, consulte el Manual de Operaciones. PONER LA HORA KEEP WARM PLUS Si en la pantalla se lee SHARP SIMPLY THE BEST PRESS CLEAR AND PRESS CLOCK toque primero STOP/CLEAR. 1 Toque el botón que dice CLOCK y CLOCK 2 número 2 . 1 Pulse la tecla KEEP WARM PLUS, esta funcion trabaja hasta por 30 minutos.
GUIA AUTO-TOUCH Continuado de la página 38. DEFROST CENTER 1 Pulse la tecla DEFROST CENTER y el numero 2 para Bistec/Costillas. Ingrese el peso correspondiente y a continuacion pulse la tecla. DEFROST CENTER TABLA DEFROST CENTER TIPO DE COMIDA 2 START MINUTE PLUS Pulse la tecla START/ MINUTE PLUS. El horno se detendrá automáticamente y en la pantalla podrá observar diversas indicaciones. Siga los mensajes indicados.
AUTO-TOUCH GUIDE For more complete information and safety precautions, refer to your Operation Manual. SET CLOCK KEEP WARM PLUS If SHARP SIMPLY THE BEST PRESS CLEAR AND PRESS CLOCK is in the display, first touch STOP/CLEAR. 1 Touch KEEP WARM PLUS pad to keep food warm for up to 30 minutes. 2 Enter the desired time. (Ex: 25:00) 3 Touch START/MINUTE PLUS pad. TIMER CLOCK 1 Touch TIMER/CLOCK pad and number 2. 2 Enter correct time of the day by touching numbers in sequence.
