R291BKWE - Four à micro-ondes SHARP - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL R291BKWE SHARP

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Congratulations on purchasing your new microwave oven, which from now on will make your kitchen chores

considerably easier.

You will be pleasantly surprised by the versatility your microwave will offer you. Not only can you use it for

rapid defrosting or heating up of food, you can also prepare whole meals.

In our test kitchen our microwave team has gathered together a selection of the most delicious international

recipes which are quick and simple to prepare.

Be inspired by the recipes we have included and prepare your own favourite dishes in your microwave oven.

There are so many advantages to using a microwave oven which we are sure you will find exciting:

● Food can be prepared directly in the serving dishes, leaving less to wash up.

● Shorter cooking times and the use of little water and fat ensure that many vitamins, minerals and

characteristic flavours are preserved.

We advise you to read the cookery book guide and operating instructions carefully.

You will then fully understand how to use your oven.

Enjoy using your microwave oven and trying out the delicious recipes.

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A. Information on Disposal for Users

(private households)

1. In the European Union

Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use the

Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately and

in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery

and recycling of used electrical and electronic equipment.

Following the implementation by member states, private households

within the EU states may return their used electrical and electronic

equipment to designated collection facilities free of charge*.

In some countries* your local retailer may also take back your old

product free of charge if you purchase a similar new one.

*) Please contact your local authority for further details.

If your used electrical or electronic equipment has batteries or

accumulators, please dispose of these separately beforehand according

to local requirements.

By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure that the waste

undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus

prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health

which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling.

2. In other Countries outside the EU If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities

and ask for the correct method of disposal.

For Switzerland: Used electrical or electronic equipment can be returned

free of charge to the dealer, even if you don’t purchase a new product.

Further collection facilities are listed on the homepage of www.swico.ch

B. Information on Disposal for Business Users

1. In the European Union

If the product is used for business purposes and you want to discard it:

Please contact your SHARP dealer who will inform you about the take-

back of the product. You might be charged for the costs arising from

take-back and recycling. Small products (and small amounts) might be

taken back by your local collection facilities.

For Spain: Please contact the established collection system or your local

authority for take-back of your used products.

2. In other Countries outside the EU If you wish to discard of this product, please contact your local authorities

and ask for the correct method of disposal.

INFORMATIONS SUR LA MISE AU REBUT APPROPRIÉE 5

FONCTIONNEMENT MANUEL F-7

CARE AND CLEANING GB-13

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TEKNISET TIEDOT 207

1 Door opening handle

4 Door safety latches

6 Door seals and sealing surfaces

11 Power supply cord

ACCESSORIES Check to make sure the following accessories are

(14) Turntable (15) Roller stay

• Place the roller stay in the coupling

• Then place the turntable on the roller stay.

• To avoid turntable damage, ensure dishes or

containers are lifted clear of the turntable rim when

removing them from the oven.

Note: When you order accessories, please mention

two items: part name and model name to your dealer

or SHARP authorised service agent.

TILLBEHÖR Kontrollera att följande tillbehör finns med:

For customers with impaired vision:

The audible alerts of the start and stop key are different from other audible alerts on this microwave.

There are three (3) raised dots on the start key and one (1) raised dot on the stop key.

The appropriate indicator will flash or illuminate, just

above each symbol according to the instruction. When

an indicator is flashing, press the key (which has the

matching symbol) or perform the required function as

3 START / Sensor Reheat key

Press to start oven after setting programmes.

Press to start Sensor Reheat operation.

Microwave Power level

Minute for less than 10 minutes

Minute for more than 10 minutes

Quantity (cup) for beverages

Oberfläche führen, was

TL = Teelöffel g = Gramm Msp = Messerspitze

Pr = Prise l = Liter Pck = Päckchen

Ta = Tasse ml = Milliliter MW = Mikrowellen

Min = Minuten cm = Zentimeter Sec = Sekunden

• door gasten in hotels, motels,

Instelling Less/More

R-291(BK)WE [04 ES].indd 20R-291(BK)WE [04 ES].indd 20 3/26/2014 1:20:14 PM3/26/2014 1:20:14 PMIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

1. This oven is designed to be

used on a countertop only.

It is not designed to be built

into a kitchen unit. Do not place

the oven in a cabinet.

Place or mount the oven so that

the bottom of the oven is 85 cm

or more above the floor.

2. The oven rear surface should

be placed against the wall.

3. Ensure there is a minimum of

free space above the oven of

4. This appliance is intended to be

used in household and similar

applications such as:

• staff kitchen areas in shops,

offices and other working

• by clients in hotels, motels,

B&B's and other residential

5. The microwave oven is

intended for heating food

and beverages. Drying of

food or clothing and heating

of warming pads, slippers,

sponges, damp cloth and

similar may lead to risk of

injury, ignition or fire.

6. This appliance can be used

by children aged from 8 years

and above and persons with

reduced physical, sensory or

mental capabilities or lack of

experience and knowledge

if they have been given

supervision or instruction

concerning use of the appliance

in a safe way and understand

the hazards involved. Children

shall not play with the

appliance. Cleaning and user

maintenance shall not be made

by children without supervision.

7. WARNING: If the door or door

seals are damaged, the oven

must not be operated until it has

been repaired by a competent

8. WARNING: It is hazardous for

anyone other than a competent

person to carry out any service

or repair operation which

involves the removal of a cover

which gives protection against

exposure to microwave energy.

Never adjust, repair or modify

9. If the power supply cord of this

appliance is damaged, it must

be replaced by an authorised

SHARP service agent in order to

10. WARNING: Liquids and other

foods must not be heated in

sealed containers since they are

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11. Microwave heating of

beverages can result in

delayed eruptive boiling,

therefore care must be taken

when handling the container.

12. Eggs in their shell, and whole

hard-boiled eggs should not

be heated in microwave ovens

since they may explode, even

after microwave heating has

ended. To cook or reheat

eggs which have not been

scrambled or mixed, pierce

the yolks and the whites, or

the eggs may explode. Shell

and slice hard-boiled eggs

before reheating them in the

13. Utensils should be checked to

ensure that they are suitable

for use in the oven. See Page

GB-14. Use only microwave

safe containers and utensils on

14. The contents of feeding bottles

and baby food jars shall be

stirred or shaken and the

temperature checked before

consumption, in order to avoid

15. When heating food in plastic

or paper containers, keep an

eye on the oven due to the

possibility of ignition.

16. If smoke is emitted, switch off

or unplug the appliance and

keep the door closed in order

to stifle any flames.

17. The oven should be cleaned

regularly and any food

18. Failure to maintain the oven in

a clean condition could lead to

deterioration of the surface that

could adversely affect the life

of the appliance and possibly

result in a hazardous situation.

19. See instructions for cleaning

door seals, cavities and

adjacent parts on page GB-13.

R-291(BK)WE [05 EN].indd 2R-291(BK)WE [05 EN].indd 2 3/26/2014 1:20:45 PM3/26/2014 1:20:45 PMIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not operate the oven with the door open or alter the

door safety latches in any way.

Do not operate the oven if there is an object between

the door seals and sealing surfaces.

Do not allow grease or dirt to build up on the

door seals and adjacent parts. Clean the oven

at regular intervals and remove any food

deposits. Follow the instructions for “Care

and Cleaning” on page GB-13.

Individuals with PACEMAKERS should check with

their doctor or the manufacturer of the pacemaker for

precautions regarding microwave ovens.

To avoid the possibility of electric shock

Under no circumstances should you remove the outer

Never spill or insert any objects into the door lock

openings or ventilation openings. In the event of a spill,

turn off and unplug the oven immediately, and call an

authorised SHARP service agent.

Do not immerse the power supply cord or plug in water

or any other liquid.

Do not let the power supply cord hang over the edge of

a table or work surface.

Keep the power supply cord away from heated

surfaces, including the rear of the oven.

Do not attempt to replace the oven lamp yourself or

allow anyone who is not an electrician authorised by

SHARP to do so. If the oven lamp fails, please consult

your dealer or an authorised SHARP service agent.

To avoid the possibility of explosion and

Never use sealed containers. Remove seals and lids

before use. Sealed containers can explode due to

a build up of pressure even after the oven has been

Take care when microwaving liquids. Use a wide-

mouthed container to allow bubbles to escape.

Never heat liquids in narrow necked

containers such as baby bottles, as this may

result in the contents erupting from the

container when heated and cause burns.

To prevent sudden eruption of boiling liquid and

1. Do not use excessive amount of time (See page

2. Stir liquid prior to heating/reheating.

3. It is advisable to insert a glass rod or similar utensil

(not metal) into the liquid whilst reheating.

4. Let liquid stand for at least 20 seconds in the oven

at the end of cooking time to prevent delayed

Pierce the skin of such foods as potatoes, sausages and

fruit before cooking, or they may explode.

To avoid the danger of fire.

The microwave oven should not be left

unattended during operation. Power levels

that are too high, or cooking times that are too

long, may overheat foods resulting in a fire.

The electrical outlet must be readily accessible so that

the unit can be unplugged easily in an emergency.

The AC power supply must be 230V, 50Hz, with a

minimum 10A distribution line fuse, or a minimum 10A

distribution circuit breaker.

A separate circuit serving only this appliance should be

Do not place the oven in areas where heat is generated.

For example, close to a conventional oven.

Do not install the oven in an area of high humidity or

where moisture may collect.

Do not store or use the oven outdoors.

Clean the waveguide cover, the oven cavity,

the turntable and roller stay after use.

These must be dry and free from grease.

Built-up grease may overheat and begin to

smoke or catch fire.

Do not place flammable materials near the oven or

ventilation openings.

Do not block the ventilation openings.

Remove all metallic seals, wire twists, etc., from food

and food packages. Arcing on metallic surfaces may

Do not use the microwave oven to heat oil for deep frying.

The temperature cannot be controlled and the oil may

To make popcorn, use only special microwave popcorn

Do not store food or any other items inside the oven.

Check the settings after you start the oven to ensure the

oven is operating as desired.

To avoid overheating and fire, special care must be

taken when cooking or reheating foods with a high

sugar or fat content, for example, sausage rolls, pies or

See the corresponding hints in operation manual and

the cookery book section.

To avoid the possibility of injury

Do not operate the oven if it is damaged or malfunctioning.

Check the following before use:

a) The door; make sure the door closes properly and

ensure it is not misaligned or warped.

b) The hinges and safety door latches; check to make

sure they are not broken or loose.

c) The door seals and sealing surfaces; ensure that

they have not been damaged.

d) Inside the oven cavity or on the door; make sure

e) The power supply cord and plug; ensure that they

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Use pot holders or oven gloves when removing food

from the oven to prevent burns.

Always open containers, popcorn makers, oven

cooking bags, etc., away from the face and hands to

avoid steam burns and eruption of boiling.

To avoid burns, always test food temperature

and stir before serving and pay special

attention to the temperature of food and

drink given to babies, children or the elderly.

Temperature of the container is not a true indication of

the temperature of the food or drink; always check the

Always stand back from the oven door when opening it

to avoid burns from escaping steam and heat.

Slice stuffed baked foods after heating to release steam

To avoid misuse by children

Do not lean or swing on the oven door.

Children should be taught all important safety

instructions: use of pot holders, careful removal of food

coverings; paying special attention to packaging (e.g.

self-heating materials) designed to make food crisp, as

they may be extra hot.

Never modify the oven in any way.

Do not move the oven while it is in operation.

This oven is for home food preparation only and may

only be used for cooking food. It is not suitable for

commercial or laboratory use.

To promote trouble-free use of your oven

Never operate the oven when it is empty.

When using a browning dish or self-heating material,

always place a heat-resistant insulator such as a

porcelain plate under it to prevent damage to the

turntable and roller stay due to heat stress. The

preheating time specified in the dish's instructions must

Do not use metal utensils, which reflect microwaves

and may cause electrical arcing. Do not put cans in the

Use only the turntable and the roller stay designed

for this oven. Do not operate the oven without the

To prevent the turntable from breaking:

(a) Before cleaning the turntable with water, leave the

(b) Do not put hot foods or hot utensils on a cold

(c) Do not put cold foods or cold utensils on a hot

Do not place anything on the outer cabinet during

If you are unsure how to connect your oven, please

consult an authorised, qualified electrician.

Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer can accept

any liability for damage to the oven or personal injury

resulting from failure to observe the correct electrical

connection procedure.

Water vapour or drops may occasionally form on

the oven walls or around the door seals and sealing

surfaces. This is a normal occurrence and is not an

indication of microwave leakage or a malfunction.

R-291(BK)WE [05 EN].indd 4R-291(BK)WE [05 EN].indd 4 3/26/2014 1:20:45 PM3/26/2014 1:20:45 PMINSTALLATION 2. Check the oven carefully for any signs of damage.3. Place the oven on a flat, level surface strong enough to support the oven’s weight plus the heaviest item likely to be cooked. Do not place the oven in a cabinet.4. Ensure there is a minimum free space above the oven of 15cm:5. Securely connect the plug of the oven to a standard earthed (grounded) household electrical outlet.1. Remove all packing materials from the inside of the oven cavity. Discard the loose polythene sheet from between the door and cavity. Remove the feature sticker, if attached, from the outside of the door.Do not remove the protective film attached to the inside of the door. ✓

R-291(BK)WE [05 EN].indd 5R-291(BK)WE [05 EN].indd 5 3/26/2014 1:20:45 PM3/26/2014 1:20:45 PMDEUTSCH NEDERLANDS FRANÇAISESPAÑOLENGLISH BEFORE OPERATION Your oven comes pre-set for Energy Save Mode.

This feature saves electricity when the oven is not in use.

When you first plug it in nothing will appear in the

To operate the oven in Energy Save Mode:

1. Plug in the oven. Nothing will appear in the display

2. Open and close the door. The oven display will

The oven lamp will illuminate while the door is open.

Use the STOP key to:

1. Erase a mistake during programming.

2. Stop the oven during cooking.

In Energy Save Mode, if you do not operate the oven for 3 minutes or more (e.g. closing the door, pressing the

STOP key, or at the end of cooking), you will not be able to operate the oven until you open and close the oven

R-291(BK)WE [05 EN].indd 6R-291(BK)WE [05 EN].indd 6 3/26/2014 1:20:45 PM3/26/2014 1:20:45 PMMANUAL OPERATION MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL NOTE:

1. When the door is opened during the cooking process, the cooking time on the digital display will stop

automatically. The cooking time will begin to count down again when the door is closed and the START key is

2. If you wish to know the power level during cooking, press the POWER LEVEL key and the power level will be

To reheat soup for 2 minutes and 30 seconds on 500W microwave power.

2. Enter the desired cooking

time by pressing the TIME

1. Choose desired power by

pressing the POWER LEVEL

key three times for 500W.

3. Press the START key to

When cook under microwave manually, first enter the power level, then the cooking time.

You can programme up to 20 minutes at power level 200W and 500W.

You can programme up to 15 minutes at power level 700W and 800W.

Your oven has 4 power levels. To choose the

correct power level for cooking, follow the advice

given in the recipe section. Generally the following

recommendations apply:

800W used for fast cooking or reheating e.g. soup,

casseroles, canned food, hot beverages, vegetables,

700W/500W use for delicate food such as eggs or

200W to defrost, select this power setting, to ensure

that the dish defrosts evenly. This setting is also ideal

for simmering rice, pasta, dumplings and cooking egg

To set the power, press the POWER LEVEL key until the desired level is displayed. If POWER LEVEL key is pressed

will be displayed. If you miss your desired level, continue pressing the POWER LEVEL key until you reach the

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)

The Less/More can be used to adjust the cooking time of the following features

– ONE TOUCH REHEATING

– BEVERAGES (Less setting only)

(1) ONE TOUCH REHEATING

* To reheat 1 cup of soup for more time than the standard setting.

1. Press the START (Sensor

2. Press the MORE key once.

* To defrost 400g of fish for less time than the standard setting

1. Press the DEFROST key four

times for defrost 400g.

2. Press the START key once.

3. Press the Less key once. Within 30 sec. press start key.

The defrosting time will begin counting down.

When it reaches zero, the microwave will “beep”.

The reheating with sensor

will begin operation.

The reheating with sensor continues operation with more setting.

When vapour is detected, the oven will stop and the display

R-291(BK)WE [05 EN].indd 8R-291(BK)WE [05 EN].indd 8 3/26/2014 1:20:46 PM3/26/2014 1:20:46 PMAUTOMATIC OPERATION NOTE FOR AUTOMATIC OPERATION

1. When using the automatic features, carefully follow the details provided in each MENU GUIDE to achieve the

best result. If the details are not followed carefully, the food may be overcooked or undercooked.

2. Food weighing more or less than the quantity or weight listed in each MENU GUIDE, cook manually.

3. To change the final cooking or defrosting result from the standard setting, press the Less or More key.

4. The final cooking result will vary according to the food condition (e.g.initial temperature, shape, quality).

Check the food after cooking and if necessary continue cooking manually.

5. To defrost foods above or below the weights allowed on the DEFROST MENU GUIDE, use defrost manually.

ONE TOUCH REHEATING For your convenience One touch reheating allows you to easily reheat food by automatic sensor function. Do not

cook small quantities of food or foods which do not have high water values such as bread or grilled food, with this

This prevent “smoke and ignition”.

Do not use Sensor Reheat key to reheat a drink, we recommend using the Beverages key instead.

To reheat a dinner plate.

1. Press the START (Sensor Reheat key once).

The cooking will begin start display will show sensor cooking bar, When reheating is completed the oven will stop

display will be “0”.

• Take out a wrap or a cover to avoid changing a shape or melt.

• Container that have a risk of damage, explosion or ignition during heat should be taken out.

(Container or bag of sauce, boiled egg, aluminium case)

• Do not use a aluminum container or a aluminium foil.

(There is a risk of sparks when heating and able to cause break down).

• Cool down a oven or tray if they are hot.

• Wrapped foods : Food which want to retain moisture inside foods such as frozen rice,

• Unwrapped foods : Rice (room temp./frozen), foods that want to evaporate the water

inside out such as deep fried dishes, stir-fried dishes.

O : in the table means need wrapped

Menu Weight Status Wrap Less/More key Techniques

Dinner plate Approx.

When rice is hard, spray water

Thickness should be less than 3 cm.

Make a flat frozen rice then put it

Sprinkle water over both sides

Apply vegetable oil if it is dry

O After heating, steam it for 2-3 mins

with wrapped condition

Curry-Stew 200-400g Room temp/

Freeze with a shallow container.

Take out when a remain time is

displayed, stir it then return to the

original position, then press START

key, heat it and stir again when

O Boiled dishes 100-400g Room temp/

Wrap dishes that may burst such as

Place a kitchen or tempura paper

on a dish then arrange foods (do

not stack up). As squid is easy to

spoil then use manual operation

O Unbind before heating

caution; when heating a small

weight, it may cause smoke,

(coffee, tea and water.) Each time the Beverage key is pressed this will change number of cup.

Preparation: Place onto the centre of the turntable (for 1 cup)

For two or more cups, place on the same circumference.

• Place beverage into standard cups.

milk: 200 ml, coffee: 150 ml (ml=cc)

• Never fill the cup to the brim. As this may cause the beverage to boil over.

• Stir before and after reheating

To reheat 2 cups of tea.

Wait 1-2 mins after heating before taking out cups.

• Transfer all beverages from bottles before reheating.

• When a actual weight is less than a standard weight use manual reheating micro 800W Closely monitor while reheating. Use Sensor Reheat may cause sudden boiling.

1. Press the Beverages key twice. 2. Press the START key once.

The cooking time will begin counting down.

When it reaches zero, the microwave will “beep”.

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The DEFROST function will automatically calculates the microwave power and defrosting time. Each time the Defrost

key, is pressed, this will change the weight of defrost 100g --> 200g --> 300g --> 400g --> 500g

Preparation: Place a wrap onto the centre of the turntable (do not use a container)

Able to defrost 100g~500g in each time.

Defrost foods that just before take out from a freezer.

If foods are already partially defrosted, use manual reheating micro 200W with

Prevent discolor or be boiled by cover the thin area of foods with aluminium foil.

Be careful not to allow the foil to touch the inside wall of the cavity the cabinet or a

door, to prevent arcing.

To defrost 400g of meat.

Food Types Less/More key Techniques

Minced meat -slice meat

Use aluminium foil cover thin areas of

Use aluminium foil cover a thin areas of

NOTE: Protect thin end of chops or steaks with foil.

When freezing minced meat, shape it into flat even sizes.

For chicken pieces, steaks and chops, freeze separately in single flat layers and if necessary interleave

with freezer plastic to separate layers. This will ensure even defrosting.

It is also a good idea to label the packs with the correct weights.

1. Press the DEFROST key four times. 2. Press the START key once.

The defrosting time will begin counting down.

When it reaches zero, the microwave will “beep”.

R-291(BK)WE [05 EN].indd 12R-291(BK)WE [05 EN].indd 12 3/26/2014 1:20:46 PM3/26/2014 1:20:46 PMCARE AND CLEANING CAUTION: DO NOT USE COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS, STEAM CLEANERS, ABRASIVE,

HARSH CLEANERS, OR ANY THAT CONTAIN SODIUM HYDROXIDE OR SCOURING PADS ON ANY PART OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN.

CLEAN THE OVEN AT REGULAR INTERVALS AND REMOVE ANY FOOD DEPOSITS - Keep

the oven clean, or the oven could lead to

a deterioration in the performance of the

microwave. This could adversely affect the

life of the appliance.

The outside of your oven can be cleaned easily with mild

soap and water. Make sure the soap is wiped off with a

moist cloth, and dry the exterior with a soft towel.

Open the door before cleaning to de-activate the oven

controls. Care should be taken when cleaning the

oven control. Using a cloth dampened with water only,

gently wipe the panel until it becomes clean. Avoid

using excessive amounts of water. Do not use any sort

of chemical or abrasive cleaner.

1. For cleaning, wipe any splatters or spills with a

soft damp cloth or sponge after each use while the

oven is still warm. For heavier spills, use a mild

soap and wipe several times with a damp cloth

until all residues are removed. Do not remove the

2. Make sure that mild soap or water does not

penetrate the small vents in the walls which may

cause damage to the oven.

3. Do not use spray type cleaners on the oven interior.

Turntable and Roller stay

Remove the turntable and roller stay from the oven.

Wash the turntable and roller stay in mild soapy water.

Dry with a soft cloth. Both the turntable and the roller

stay are dishwasher safe.

To remove all traces of dirt, regularly clean both sides

of the door, the door seals and adjacent parts with a

soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaner.

NOTE: A steam cleaner should not be used.

Please check the following before calling for service.

Check the power plug is properly connected to a suitable wall outlet.

Check the line fuse/circuit breaker is functioning properly.

2. When the door is opened, does the oven lamp light? YES __________ NO ___________

3. Place a cup of water (approx. 150 ml) in the oven and close the door securely.

Programme the oven for one minute on 800W power and start the oven.

Does the oven lamp come on? YES __________ NO ___________

Does the turntable rotate? YES __________ NO ___________

NOTE: The turntable turns in either direction.

Does the ventilation work?

(Place your hand over the ventilation openings and check for air flow.) YES __________ NO ___________

After 1 minute does the signal sound? YES __________ NO ___________

Does cooking in progress indicator go off? YES __________ NO ___________

Is the cup with water warm after the above operation? YES __________ NO ___________

If you answer “No” to any of the above questions, call a Service Technician appointed by SHARP and report the

results of your check. See inside back cover for details of address.

IMPORTANT: If the display shows nothing even if the power supply plug is properly connected, the energy save

mode may be in operation. Open and close the oven door to operate the oven. See GB-6.

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turntable and the turntable stand or can trigger the

safety-device which will switch off the oven.

METAL Generally speaking, metal should not be used,

since microwaves do not pass through metal and

therefore cannot reach the food. There are, however,

exceptions: small strips of aluminium foil may be used

to cover certain parts of the food, so that these do

not defrost too quickly or begin to cook (e.g. chicken

wings). Small metal skewers and aluminium containers

(e.g. of ready- cooked meals) can be used. They

must, however, be small in relation to the food, e.g.

aluminium containers must be at least

with food. It is recommended that you transfer the food

into a dish suitable for use in the microwave. When

using aluminium containers or other metal utensils there

must be a gap of approx. 2 cm between them and the

internal walls of the microwave, otherwise the walls

could be damaged by possible arcing.

NO UTENSIL SHOULD HAVE A METAL OVERLAY -

parts such as screws, bands or handles.

UTENSIL SUITABILITY TEST If you are not sure whether your utensil

is suitable for use in your microwave

oven, carry out the following test: Place

the utensil into the oven. Place a glass

container filled with 150ml of water on or

next to the utensil. Switch on the oven at 800W power

for 1 to 2 minutes. If the utensil stays cool or just warm

to the touch, it is suitable. Do not use this test on a

plastic utensil, as it could melt.

Microwaves are generated in the microwave oven by a

magnetron this causes the water molecules in the food

Heat is generated by the friction which is created, the

result is that the food is defrosted, heated or cooked.

GLASS AND CERAMIC GLASS Heat-resistant glass utensils are very

suitable. The cooking process can be

observed from all sides. They must not,

however, contain any metal (e.g. lead

crystal), nor have a metallic overlay

(e.g. gold edge, cobalt blue finish).

CERAMICS Generally very suitable. Ceramics must be glazed,

as with unglazed ceramics moisture can get into the

ceramic. Moisture causes the material to heat up and

may cause it to shatter. If you are not certain whether

your utensil is suitable for the microwave, carry out the

utensil suitability test.

PORCELAIN Very suitable. Ensure that the porcelain does not have

a gold or silver overlay and that it does not contain

PLASTIC AND PAPER UTENSILS Heat resistant plastic utensils which are suitable for use

in the microwave can be used to defrost, heat and cook

food. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Heat-resistant paper made for use in a microwave

oven is also suitable. Follow the manufacturer’s

MICROWAVE FOIL This, or heat-resistant foil, is very suitable for covering

or wrapping. Please follow the manufacturer’s

ROASTING BAGS Can be used in a microwave oven. Metal clips are

not suitable for fastening them since the roasting bag

foil might melt. Fasten the roasting bag with string

and pierce it several times with a fork. Non heat-

resistant food wraps are not recommended for use in a

BROWNING DISH A special microwave dish made from ceramic glass

with a metal alloy base, which allows food to be

When using the browning dish also use a suitable insulator, e.g.

a porcelain plate, must be placed between the turntable

and the browning dish. Be careful to adhere exactly

to the pre-heating time given in the manufacturer’s

instructions. Excessive pre-heating can damage the

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are significantly shorter than when using a conventional

cooker or oven. For this reason you should adhere to

the recommended times given in this operation manual.

It is better to set the times too short, rather than too

long. Test the food after it has been cooked. It is better

to have to cook something for a little longer than to

INITIAL TEMPERATURES Defrosting, heating and cooking times are dependent

upon the initial temperature of the food. Frozen food

and food stored in a refrigerator, for example, requires

longer than food which has been stored at room

temperature. For heating and cooking, normal storage

temperatures are assumed (refrigerator temperature

approx. 5°C, room temperature approx. 20°C). For

defrosting the temperature of the freezer is assumed to

COOKING TIMES All the times given in this cookery book are guidelines,

which can be varied according to the initial

temperature, weight and condition of the food (water

or fat content etc.).

SALT, SPICES AND HERBS Food cooked in your microwave retains its individual

flavour better than it does when conventional

preparation methods are used. For this reason you

should use salt very sparingly and normally add it only

after cooking. Salt absorbs liquid and dries out the

outer layer of the food. Herbs and spices can be used

ADDITION OF WATER Vegetables and other foods with a high water content

can be cooked in their own juice or with the addition

of a little water. This ensures that the majority of the

vitamins and minerals are preserved.

FOOD IN SKINS OR SHELLS Food such as sausages, chickens, chicken legs, baked

potatoes, tomatoes, apples, egg yolks or such like

should be pricked or pierced with a fork or small

wooden skewer. This will enable the steam which forms

to dissipate without splitting the skin or shell.

LARGE AND SMALL QUANTITIES Microwave times are directly dependent upon the

amount of food which you would like to defrost, heat

or cook. This means that small portions cook more

quickly than larger ones.

TWICE THE AMOUNT = ALMOST TWICE THE TIME HALF THE AMOUNT = HALF THE TIME DEEP AND SHALLOW CONTAINERS Both containers have the same capacity, but the

cooking time is longer for the deeper one. You should

therefore choose as flat a container as possible with

a large surface area. Only use deep containers for

dishes where there is a danger of overcooking, e.g.

for noodles, rice, milk etc..

ROUND AND OVAL CONTAINERS Food cooks more evenly in round or oval containers

than in containers with corners, since the microwave

energy concentrates in the corners and the food in

these areas could become overcooked.

COVERING Covering the food retains the moisture within it and

shortens the cooking time. Use a lid, microwave foil or

a cover. Foods which are to be crispy, e.g. roasts or

chickens, should not be covered.

As a general rule, whatever would be covered in

a conventional oven should also be covered in a

microwave oven. Whatever would be uncovered in

an conventional oven can also be left uncovered in a

TURNING Medium-sized items, such as hamburgers and steaks,

should be turned over once during cooking, in order

to shorten the cooking process. Large items, such as

roasts and chickens, must be frequently turned, as it

could dry out if not turned.

STANDING TIME Keeping to the standing time is one of the most

important rules with microwaves. Almost all foods,

which are defrosted, heated or cooked in the

microwave, require a certain amount of time to stand,

during which temperature equalisation takes place and

the moisture in the food is evenly distributed.

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brownness, although this is not comparable to the deep

brownness and crispness obtained through conventional

cooking. In order to obtain an appetising brown colour

you can use browning agents. For the most part they

simultaneously act as seasoning agents.

In the following table you will find some suggestions

for substances you might use for browning and some

of the uses to which you might put them.

● Ready-prepared meals in aluminium containers

should be removed from the aluminium container

and heated on a plate or in a dish.

● Remove the lids from firmly closed containers.

● Food should be covered with microwave foil, a plate

or cover (obtainable from stores), so that the surface

does not dry out. Drinks need not be covered.

● When boiling liquids such as water, coffee, tea or

milk, place a glass stirrer in the container.

● If possible, stir large quantities from time to time, to

ensure that the temperature is evenly distributed.

● The times are for food at a room temperature of

20°C. The heating time for food stored in a

refrigerator should be increased slightly.

● After heating allow the food to stand for 1-2

minutes, so that the temperature inside the food can

be evenly distributed (standing time).

● The times given are guidelines, which can be varied

according to the initial temperature, weight, water

content, fat content or the result which you wish to

DEFROSTING Your microwave is ideal for defrosting. The times are

usually considerably shorter than in traditional methods of

Here are a few tips. Take the frozen item out of its packaging

and place on a plate for defrosting.

CONTAINERS Containers suitable for microwaves are particularly

good for defrosting and heating food, since they can

withstand temperatures in a freezer

–40°C) as well as being heat-resistant

, heat and even cook the food, without

COVERING Cover thin parts with small strips of aluminium foil before

defrosting. Fully defrosted or warm parts should likewise

be covered with aluminium strips during defrosting. This

stops the thin parts becoming too hot while thicker parts

CORRECT SETTING It is better to choose a setting which is too low rather

than one which is too high. By so doing you will ensure

that the food defrost evenly.

If the microwave setting is too high, the surface of the

food will already have begun to cook while the inside

BROWNING AGENT DISH METHOD Melted butter and dried paprika Poultry Coat the poultry with the butter/

Soya sauce Meat and poultry Coat with the sauce

Barbecue and Worcester sauce, Gravy Roasts, Rissoles, small roasted

Rendered down bacon fat or dried onions Oven baked dishes, toasted

Sprinkle pieces of bacon or dried

Cocoa, chocolate flakes, brown icing,

Cakes and desserts Sprinkle pieces on top of cakes

and desserts or use to glaze

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to time, during cooking. As early as possible, separate

parts which are stuck together and rearrange them.

SMALL AMOUNTS Defrost more quickly and evenly than larger ones.

We recommend that you freeze portions which are of

equal size. By doing so you will be able to prepare

whole menus quickly and easily.

FOODS REQUIRING CAREFUL HANDLING Foods such as gateaux, cream, cheese and bread

should only be partially defrosted and then left to

defrost completely at room temperature. By so doing

you will avoid the outer areas becoming too hot while

the inside is still frozen.

STANDING TIME This is particularly important after defrosting food, as

the defrosting process continues during this period. In

the defrosting table you will find the standing times

for various foods. Thick, dense foods require a longer

standing time than thinner foods or food of a porous

nature. If the food has not defrosted sufficiently, you

may continue defrosting it in the microwave oven or

lengthen the standing time accordingly. At the end of

the standing time you should process the food as soon

as possible and not re-freeze it.

COOKING FRESH VEGETABLES

● When buying vegetables try to ensure that, as

far as possible, they are of similar size. This is

particularly important when you want to cook the

vegetables whole (e.g. boiled potatoes).

● Wash the vegetables before preparing them, clean

them and only then weigh the required quantity for

the recipe and chop them up.

● Season them as you would normally, but as a rule

only add salt after cooking.

● Add about 5 tbsps of water for 500g of vegetables.

Vegetables which are high in fibre require a little

more water. You will find information about this in

● Vegetables are usually cooked in a dish with a lid.

Those with a high moisture content, e.g. onions or

boiled potatoes, can be cooked in microwave foil

without adding water.

● After half the cooking time has elapsed vegetables

should be stirred or turned over.

● After cooking allow the vegetables to stand for

approx. 2 minutes, so that the temperature disperses

evenly (standing time).

● The cooking times given are guidelines and depend

upon the weight, initial temperature and condition

of the type of vegetable in question. The fresher the

vegetables, the shorter the cooking times.

COOKING MEAT, FISH AND POULTRY

● When buying food items, try to ensure that, as far

as possible, they are of similar size. This will ensure

that they are cooked properly.

● Before preparation wash meat, fish and poultry

thoroughly under cold running water and pat them

dry with kitchen paper. Then continue as normal.

● Beef should be well hung and have little gristle.

● Even though the pieces may be of a similar size,

cooking results may vary. This is due, amongst other

things, to the kind of food, variations in the fat and

moisture content as well as the temperature before

● After the food has been cooking for 15 minutes

it acquires a natural brownness, which may be

enhanced by the use of a browning agent. If, in

addition, you would like the surface to be crisp

you should either use the browning dish or sear the

food on your cooker and finish cooking it in your

microwave. By doing this you will simultaneously

obtain a brown base for making a sauce.

● Turn large pieces of meat, fish or poultry half way

through the cooking time, so that they are cooked

evenly from all sides.

● After cooking cover roasts with aluminium foil

and allow them to stand for approx. 10 minutes

(standing time). During this period the roast carries

on cooking and the liquid is evenly distributed, so

that when it is carved a minimum amount of juice is

DEFROSTING AND COOKING Frozen dishes can be defrosted and cooked at the

same time in one process in your microwave. You

will find some examples in the table. Do take note,

however, of the general advice given on “heating” and

“defrosting” food. Please refer to the manufacturer’s

instructions on the packaging when preparing frozen

dishes. These usually contain precise cooking times

and offer advice on preparation.

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tbsp = tablespoon KG = kilogram ml = millilitre

tsp = teaspoon g = gram min = minutes

Cup = cupful l = litre sec = seconds

TABLE: HEATING FOOD AND DRINK Food/Drink

Coffee 1 cup 150 800W approx.1 do not cover

Milk 1 cup 150 800W approx.1 do not cover

Water 1 cup 150 800W 1

-2 do not cover, bring to the boil

6 cups 900 800W 10-12 do not cover, bring to the boil

1 bowl 1000 800W 10-12 do not cover, bring to the boil

(Vegetables, meat and trimmings)

400 800W approx.4 sprinkle some water onto the sauce, cover

tir half way through the heating time

Stew 200 800W 2-3 cover, stir after heating

Clear soup 200 800W approx.2 cover, stir after heating

Cream soup 200 800W approx.2 cover, stir after heating

if necessary add some water, cover

stir half way through the heating time

sprinkle with water, cover and stir from time to

Meat, 1 slice* 200 800W 3-4 thinly spread sauce over the top, cover

Standing time -Min- Minced meat 1000 800W 16-18 prepare the minced meat mixture (half pork/

half beef) place in a shallow casserole dish

Fish fillet 200 800W 3-4 season to taste, place on a plate, cover 3

Chicken 1200 800W 22-25* season to taste, place in a casserole dish,

turn half way through cooking time*

Chicken legs 200 800W 3-4 season to taste, place on a plate, cover 3

* When turning over remove the juices from the dish.

Roast meat (e.g. pork, beef,

place on an upturned plate, turn

half way through defrosting time

Steaks, escalopes, cutlets, liver 200 80W 7-8 turn half way through defrosting time 30

Duck, turkey 1500 80W 48-52 place upon an upturned plate,

turn half way through defrosting time

Chicken 1200 80W 39-43 place upon an upturned plate,

turn half way through defrosting time

1000 80W 33-37 place upon an upturned plate,

turn half way through defrosting time

Cakes, per slice 100-150 80W 2-5 place on a cake stand 5

Cream cake, per slice 150 80W 3-4 place on a cake stand 10

Whole gateaux, Ø 25cm 80W 20-24 place on a cake stand 30-60

TABLE: DEFROSTING AND COOKING Food

Fish fillet 300 800W 10-11 - cover 1-2

Trout, 1 fish 250 800W 7-9 - cover -

Platter 400 800W 8-9 - cover, stir half way through cooking time -

Leaf spinach 300 800W 7-9 - cover, stir once or twice during cooking 2

Broccoli 300 800W 7-9 3-5tbsps cover, stir half way through cooking time 2

Peas 300 800W 7-9 3-5tbsps cover, stir half way through cooking time 2

Kohlrabi 300 800W 7-9 3-5tbsps cover, stir half way through cooking time 2

Mixed vegetables 500 800W 12-14 3-5tbsps cover, stir half way through cooking time 2

Brussels sprouts 300 800W 7-9 3-5tbsps cover, stir half way through cooking time 2

Red cabbage 450 800W 11-13 3-5tbsps cover, stir half way through cooking time 2

wash dry well, cover, stir once or twice during cooking

1 whole head, cover, divide into florets, stir

divide into florets, cover, stir occasionally during cooking

whole heads, cover, stir occasionally during cooking

Chinese leaves 300 800W 9-11 cut into strips, cover, stir occasionally during cooking 4-5

Peas 500 800W 9-11 cover, stir occasionally during cooking 4-5

Fennel 500 800W 9-11

cut into quarters, cover, stir occasionally during cooking

Onions 250 800W 5-7 whole, cook in microwave foil -

Kohlrabi 500 800W 10-12 dice, cover, stir occasionally during cooking 50ml

cut into rings, cover, stir occasionally during cooking

Green peppers 500 800W 7-9 cut into strips, stir once or twice during cooking 4-5

Boiled potatoes (skins on) 500 800W 9-11 cover, stir occasionally during cooking 4-5

cut into rings, cover, stir occasionally during cooking

Red cabbage 500 800W 10-12 cut into strips, stir once or twice during cooking 50ml

Brussels sprouts 500 800W 9-11

whole sprouts, cover, stir occasionally during cooking

Boiled Potatoes (salted) 500 800W 9-11

cut into large pieces of a similar size, add a little salt,

cover, stir occasionally during cooking

Celery 500 800W 9-11 dice finely, cover, stir occasionally during cooking 50ml

White cabbage 500 800W 10-12

cut into strips, cover, stir occasionally during cooking

Courgettes 500 800W 9-11 slice, cover, stir occasionally during cooking 4-5

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msk = matsked KG = kilogram ml = milliliter

tsk = tesked g = gram min = minuter

kopp = en kopp full l = liter sek = sekunder

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* This product fulfils the requirement of the European standard EN55011.

In conformity with this standard, this product is classified as group 2 class B equipment.

Group 2 means that the equipment intentionally generates radio-frequency energy in the form of electromagnetic

radiation for the heat treatment of food.

Class B equipment means that the equipment is suitable to be used in domestic establishments.

** Internal capacity is calculated by measuring maximum width, depth and height. Actual capacity for holding