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.
C O N T E N T S O F O P E R AT I O N M A N U A L & C O O K I N G G U I D E For Customer Assistance.... Inside Front Cover Other Sensor Cooking Settings ................ Precautions to Avoid Possible Sensor Cooking Chart .............................. 12-13 Exposure to Excessive 12 Sensor Cooking Recipes .......................... 14-15 Microwave Energy ............ Inside Front Cover CompuCook .............................................. 16 Contents ..............................................
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: 13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. 1. Read all instructions before using the appliance. 14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. 2.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking and Examining Your Oven Carefully remove oven from carton. SAVE THE CARTON AS IT MAY MAKE INSTALLATION EASIER. Remove: 1. all packing materials from inside the oven cavity; however, DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER, which is located on the ceiling in the oven cavity. Check to see that there are Installation Instructions, Wall Template, Top Cabinet Template, bag of Installation Hardware, Charcoal Filter and Exhaust Damper Assembly.
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 This Operation Manual is valuable: read it carefully and always save it for reference. When using the oven at power levels below 100%, you may hear the magnetron cycling on and off. A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. Check it for microwave cooking principles, techniques, hints and recipes. See pages 23 and 24 for ordering the Ultimate Accessory, the SHARP CAROUSEL MICROWAVE COOKBOOK.
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.
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.
PA RT N A M E S (Front of Microwave) (Rear of Microwave) BOTTOM VIEW 10 Night light pad Press the Night Light pad to turn light on or off. This setting assures enough light to move about in a darkened kitchen. 11 Auto-Touch control panel 12 Time display: Digital display, 99 minutes, 99 seconds 13 Ventilation openings 14 Light cover 15 Grease filters 16 Removable turntable The turntable will rotate clockwise or counterclockwise. Only remove for cleaning.
TOUCH CONTROL PANEL Control panel display Words will light in the display to indicate features and cooking instructions. 20 11-13 12 12-13 17-18 16-17 10, 19 19 10 10 11 19 22 22 22 R-1490 / R-1491 / R-1492 Number next to the control panel illustration indicates page on which there are a feature description and usage information.
B E F O R E O P E R AT I N G M A N U A L O P E R AT I O N • Before operating your new microwave oven make sure you read and understand this operation manual completely. TIME COOKING Your oven can be programmed for 99 minutes and 99 seconds (99.99). Always enter the seconds after the minutes, even if they are both zeros. • Before the oven can be used, follow these procedures: • Suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at 100%. 1. Plug in the oven. Close the door.
M A N U A L O P E R AT I O N TURNTABLE ON/OFF NOTE: For most cooking, the turntable should be on; however the turntable can be turned off so that it does not rotate when extra large dishes, such as the popular 13 x 9 x 2 glass utility casserole, are used. The casserole should be placed on the turntable so that it is level. The door can be opened for checking food and the turntable will stay in the off position. After checking, close door and touch Start/Touch On.
SPECIAL FEATURES 2. Plastic wrap: Use plastic wrap recommended for microwave cooking. Cover dish loosely; allow approximately 1/2 inch to remain uncovered to allow steam to escape. Plastic wrap should not touch food. SENSOR REHEAT 3. Wax paper: Cover dish completely; fold excess wrap under dish to secure. If dish is wider than paper, overlap two pieces at least one inch to cover. • Suppose you want to reheat a bowl of soup. You can reheat foods by touching just one pad.
SPECIAL FEATURES SENSOR COOKING CHART (continued) FOOD Fresh vegetables: Soft Broccoli Brussels sprouts Cabbage Caulif. (flowerets) Cauliflower (whole) Spinach Zucchini Baked apples Fresh vegetables: Hard Carrots, sliced Corn on the cob Green beans Winter squash: diced halves PROCEDURE AMOUNT .25 .25 .25 .25 - 2.0 lb - 2.0 lb - 2.0 lb - 2.0 lb 1 med. .25 - 1.0 lb .25 - 2.0 lb 2 - 4 med. .25 - 1.5 lb 2 -4 .25 - 1.5 lb Wash and place in casserole. Add no water if vegetables have just been washed.
SPECIAL FEATURES SENSOR COOKING RECIPES Cranberry Fluff 2 1 3/4 1 Makes 6 to 8 servings cups fresh cranberries cup water cup sugar carton (3 ounces) orange flavored gelatin 1/2 pint whipping cream, whipped or 1 carton (8 ounces) non-dairy whipped topping 1 Combine cranberries, water and sugar in a 2-quart casserole. Cover with wax paper. Microwave using Reheat Less. Drain cranberries and reserve liquid. 2 Add enough hot water to reserved liquid to make 2 cups.
SPECIAL FEATURES SENSOR COOKING RECIPES (continued) Mexican Seasoned Potatoes 4 1/4 1 1/2 Makes 6 to 8 servings medium baking potatoes (8 ounces each) cup olive oil tablespoon instant minced onion teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon oregano leaves 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 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 COMPU COOK CompuCook will automatically compute the correct cooking/warming time and microwave power level for foods shown in the chart below. • Suppose you want to use CompuCook to warm 2 frozen rolls. PROCEDURE 1 1. CompuCook can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment. Touch the Power Level pad once or twice after selecting the amount. See page 20. 2. Each food has a cooking hint. Touch Custom Help when the HELP indicator is lighted in the display.
SPECIAL FEATURES COMPU COOK CHART (continued) FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE 4. Turkey breast 3.0 - 6.0 lb Place skin side down on a microwave-safe rack. Cover with vented plastic wrap. At signal, turn over. Shield with small, flat pieces of aluminum foil any areas that are cooking too rapidly. Re-cover. After cooking, remove from oven, cover with foil and allow to stand 10 to 15 minutes. Internal temperature should be 170°F. 5. Pork loin 2.0 - 3.
SPECIAL FEATURES COMPU DEFROST CHART FOOD AMOUNT 1. Ground meat .5 - 3.0 lb Remove any thawed pieces after each stage. Let stand, covered, for 5 to 10 minutes. 2. Steak, chops or fish .5 - 4.0 lb After each stage, rearrange and if there are warm or thawed portions, shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil. Remove any meat or fish that is almost defrosted. Let stand, covered, for 10 to 20 minutes. 3. Chicken pieces .5 - 3.
O T H E R C O N V E N I E N T F E AT U R E S MINUTE PLUS DEMONSTRATION MODE Minute Plus allows you to cook for a minute at 100% by simply touching the Minute Plus pad. You can also extend cooking time in multiples of 1 minute by repeatedly touching the Minute Plus pad during manual cooking. To demonstrate, touch Kitchen Timer/Clock, the number 0 and touch Start/Touch On and hold for 3 ON will appear in the display. seconds. .
OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES CUSTOM HELP On 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 5 features which make using your oven easy because specific instructions are provided in the Interactive Display. 3. Be sure to choose foods that can be left in the oven safely until the Auto Start time. 1. CHILD LOCK The Child Lock prevents unwanted oven operation such as by small children.
CLEANING AND CARE 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. Wash them in mild, sudsy water; for stubborn stains use a mild cleanser and non-abrasive scouring sponge as described above. They are also dishwasher-proof. Use upper rack of dishwasher.
CLEANING AND CARE Fan Charcoal Filter The fan will automatically start when heat rises from range surface units or burners. This protects the microwave oven from excessive temperature rise. The fan will stay on until the temperature decreases. It cannot be turned off manually during this time. For other uses, select either HI or LO speed. Charcoal Filter, Sharp Part number RK-230, is used for nonvented, recirculated installation. The filter should be changed every 6 to 12 months depending on use. 1.
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 on the louver above the Interactive Display.
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S R-1490 / R-1491 / R-1492 AC Line Voltage: Single phase 120V, 60Hz, AC only AC Power Required: 1700W 14.3 amps. Output Power: 950W (IEC Test Procedure) Frequency: 2450 MHz Outside Dimensions (not including handle): 29 15/16”(W) x 16 3/8”(H) x 15 1/4”(D) Cavity Dimensions: 20 1/4”(W) x 8 3/16”(H) x 141/2”(D) Oven Capacity: 1.4 Cu.Ft. Cooking Uniformity: Turntable / Stirrer Fan System Weight: Approx.
G U I A A U T O - T O U C H MD Para mayor informacion y precauciones de seguridad, consulte el Manual de Operaciones. FIJACION DEL RELOJ COMPU DEFROST Si en la pantalla aparece SHARP SIMPLY THE BEST PRESS CLEAR AND PRESS CLOCK pulse primero Stop/Clear. Kitchen Timer Clock 1. Pulse la tecla Kitchen Timer/Clock. 2. Toque el botón 2 . 3. Programar la hora correcta pulsando los números en orden. (Ej.: 12:30) 4. Pulse nuevamente la tecla Kitchen Timer/Clock. 2 1. Toque el botón COMPU DEFROST una vez.
® AUTO-TOUCH GUIDE For more complete information and safety precautions, refer to your Operation Manual. COMPU DEFROST SET CLOCK If SHARP SIMPLY THE BEST PRESS CLEAR AND PRESS CLOCK is in display, first touch Stop/Clear. Kitchen Timer Clock 1. Touch Kitchen Timer/Clock pad. 2. Press 2 to set the clock. 3. Enter correct time of the day by touching numbers in sequence (Ex: 12:30) 4. Touch Kitchen Timer/Clock pad again. 2 1 2 3 0 Kitchen Timer Clock High Power Cooking 1.