R270SLM - Microwave Oven SHARP - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL R270SLM SHARP

1. In the European Union

Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use the ordinary dust bin! Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, re- covery and recycling of used electrical and electronic equipment. Following the implementation by members 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 prod- uct 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 accu- mulators, 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 eects on the environment and hu- man 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 re- turned 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 or www.sens.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 authori- ties and ask for the correct method of disposal. 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 1 2016-07-15 13:00:46GB-2

4. Waveguide cover (DO NOT REMOVE)

9. Door seals and sealing surfaces

ACCESSORIES: Check to make sure the following accesso- ries are provided:

• Placetherollerstayinthecouplingonthe oven oor, then place the turntable on to the roller stay, ensuring it is located rmly.

• Toavoidturntabledamage,ensuredishes or containers are lifted clear of the turn- table rim when removing them from the oven.

OVEN AND ACCESSORIES

• Thewaveguidecoverisfragile.Careshouldbetakenwhencleaninginsidetheovento ensure that it is not damaged.

• Alwaysoperatetheovenwiththeturntableandrollerstayttedcorrectly.Thispromotes thorough, even cooking. A badly tted turntable may rattle, may not rotate properly and could cause damage to the oven.

• Theturntablerotatesclockwiseoranti-clockwise.Therotarydirectionmaychangeeach time you start the oven. This does not aect cooking performance.

• Whenyouorderaccessories,pleasequoteboththePART NAME and MODEL NUMBER to your dealer or SHARP approved service facility.

The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, turntable and dishes will become very hot during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves. 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 3 2016-07-15 13:00:47GB-4

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.

2. The oven door may become hot during cooking. Place

or mount the oven so that the bottom of the oven is 85 cm or more above the oor. Keep children away from the door to prevent them burning themselves.

3. WARNING: Do not touch the turntable directly after

cooking as t maybe hot.

4. Ensure there is a minimum of free space above the oven

5. 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 in- struction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user main- tenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised

6. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children

7. WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven with-

out supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use.

8. WARNING: Accessible parts may become hot during

use. Young children should be kept away.

9. WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the

oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.

10. WARNING: Never adjust, repair or modify the oven

yourself. It is hazardous for anyone other than a com- IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 5 2016-07-15 13:00:47GB-6

IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS petent person to carry out any service or repair opera- tion which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.

11. If the power supply cord of this appliance is damaged,

it must be replaced with a special cord. The exchange must be made by an authorised SHARP service agent.

12. WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heat-

ed in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.

13. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed

eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container.

14. Do not cook eggs in their shells, and whole hard boiled

eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave cooking 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 microwave oven.

15. Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are

suitable for use in the oven. See page GB-28. Use only microwave safe containers and utensils on microwave modes.

16. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars must

be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked be- fore consumption, in order to avoid burns.

17. The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, dishes, accessories

will become very hot during operation.

18. Care should be taken to avoid touching these areas.

To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves. Before cleaning make sure they are not hot. When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.

19. If smoke is emitted, switch o or unplug the appliance

and keep the door closed in order to stie any ames.

20. Clean the oven at regular intervals and remove any

00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 6 2016-07-15 13:00:47GB-7 IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS food deposits.

21. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could

lead to deterioration of the surface that could adverse- ly aect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.

22. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal

scrapers to clean the glass on the oven door since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.

23. Steam cleaner is not to be used.

24. See instructions for cleaning door seals, cavities and

adjacent parts on page GB-31.

25. This appliance is intended to be used in household and

similar applications such as: - sta kitchen areas in shops, oces and other working environments; - by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; - farm houses; - bed and breakfast type environments.

26. WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts be-

come hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements. Children less than 8 years of age shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.

27. During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be

taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven.

28. Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young

children should be kept away. To avoid the danger of re:

1. 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 re.

2. The electrical outlet must be readily accessible so that

IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS the unit can be unplugged easily in an emergency.

3. The AC power supply must be 230-240V~, 50Hz, with a

13A distribution line fuse, or a 13A distribution circuit breaker.

4. A separate circuit serving only this appliance should be

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

For example, close to a conventional oven.

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

where moisture may collect.

7. Do not store or use the oven outdoors.

Clean the waveguide cover, the oven cavity, the turntable and turntable support after use. These must be dry and free from grease. Built-up grease may overheat and begin to smoke or catch re.

9. Do not place ammable materials near the oven or

ventilation openings.

10. Do not block the ventilation openings.

Remove all metallic seals, wire twists, etc., from food and food packages. Arcing on metallic surfaces may cause a re.

12. Do not use the microwave oven to heat oil for deep fry-

ing. The temperature cannot be controlled and the oil may catch re.

13. To make popcorn, use only special microwave popcorn

15. Check the settings after you start the oven to ensure

the oven is operating as desired.

16. To avoid overheating and re, special care must be tak-

en when cooking or reheating foods with a high sugar or fat content, for example, sausage rolls, pies or Christ- mas pudding.

Do not operate the oven if it is damaged or malfunc- tioning. Check the following before use: a) The door; make sure the door closes properly and en- sure 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 there are no dents. e) The power supply cord and plug; ensure that they are not damaged.

2. Do not operate the oven with the door open or alter

the door safety latches in any way.

3. Do not operate the oven if there is an object between

the door seals and sealing surfaces.

4. 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-31.

5. Individuals with PACEMAKERS should check with their

doctor or the manufacturer of the pacemaker for pre- cautions regarding microwave ovens. To avoid the possibility of electric shock

1. Under no circumstances should you remove the outer

2. Never spill or insert any objects into the door lock open-

ings or ventilation openings. In the event of a spill, turn o and unplug the oven immediately, and call an au- thorised SHARP service agent.

3. Do not immerse the power supply cord or plug in water

or any other liquid.

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

5. Keep the power supply cord away from heated surfac-

es, including the rear of the oven.

6. 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 sudden boil- ing:

1. Never use sealed containers. Remove seals and lids be-

fore use. Sealed containers can explode due to a build up of pressure even after the oven has been turned o

2. 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 con- tents erupting from the container when heated and cause burns. To prevent sudden eruption of boiling liquid and pos- sible scalding:

1. Do not use excessive amount of time.

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 eruptive boiling.

3. Pierce the skin of such foods as potatoes, sausages and

fruit before cooking, or they may explode. To avoid the possibility of burns

1. Use pot holders or oven gloves when removing food

from the oven to prevent burns.

2. Always open containers, popcorn makers, oven cook-

ing bags, etc., away from the face and hands to avoid steam burns and eruption of boiling. 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 10 2016-07-15 13:00:47GB-11 IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

3. 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, chil- dren or the elderly. Temperature of the container is not a true indication of the temperature of the food or drink; always check the food temperature.

4. Always stand back from the oven door when opening it

to avoid burns from escaping steam and heat.

5. Slice stued baked foods after heating to release steam

and avoid burns. To avoid misuse by children

1. Do not lean or swing on the oven door.

2. Children should be taught all important safety instruc-

tions: use of pot holders, careful removal of food cov- erings; paying special attention to packaging (e.g. self- heating materials) designed to make food crisp, as they may be extra hot. Other warnings

1. Never modify the oven in any way.

2. Do not move the oven while it is in operation.

3. This oven is for home food preparation only and may

only be used for cooking food. It is not suitable for com- mercial or laboratory use. To promote trouble free use of your oven and avoid damage:

1. Never operate the oven when it is empty except where

recommended in the operation manual. Doing so may damage the oven.

2. When using a browning dish or selfheating material,

always place a heatresistant insulator such as a porce- lain plate under it to prevent damage to the turntable and turntable support due to heat stress. The preheat- ing time speci ed in the dish’s instructions must not be exceeded.

3. Do not use metal utensils, which reect microwaves

IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS and may cause electrical arcing. Use only the turntable and the turntable support designed for this oven. Do not operate the oven without the turntable.

4. Do not place anything on the outer cabinet during op-

eration. NOTE: If you are unsure how to connect your oven, please con- sult an authorised, qualied electrician. Neither the manu- facturer nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the oven or personal injury resulting from failure to ob- serve 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. BUILT-IN KIT No built-in kit is available for this oven. This oven is designed to be used on a countertop only. 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 12 2016-07-15 13:00:47GB-13 INSTALLATION

1. Remove all packing materials from the inside of the oven

cavity and remove any protective lm found on the mi- crowave oven cabinet surface. Check the oven carefully for any signs of damage.

2. Place the oven on a secure, level surface, strong enough

to take the oven weight, plus the heaviest item likely to be cooked in the oven. Do not place the oven in a cabinet.

3. Select a level surface that provides enough open space

for the intake and/or outlet vents. The rear surface of ap- pliance shall be placed against a wall.

• A minimum space of 20cm is required between the oven and any adjacent walls.

• Leave a minimum space of 30cm above the oven.

• Do not remove the feet from the bottom of the oven.

• Blocking the intake and/or outlet openings can dam- age the oven.

• Place the oven as far away from radios and TV as pos- sible. Operation of the microwave oven may cause in- terference to your radio or TV reception. 0 cm 30 cm min 85 cm 20 cm 20 cm

4. The oven door may become hot during cooking. Place

or mount the oven so that the bottom of the oven is 85cm or more above the oor. Keep children away from the door to prevent them burning themselves.

5. Securely connect the plug of the oven to a standard

WARNING: Do not place the oven where heat, moisture or

high humidity are generated, (for example, near or above a conventional oven) or near combustible materials (for ex- ample, curtains). Do not block or obstruct air vent openings. Do not place objects on top of the oven. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

• Ifthepowersupplycordisdamaged,itmustbereplaced by a Sharp approved service facility or a similarly qualied person to avoid a hazard.

• Whenremovingtheplugfromthesocketalwaysgripthe plug, never the cord as this may damage the power sup- ply cord and the connections inside the plug.

• If theplugtted to yourovenisa rewireabletype and in the event of the socket outlet in your home not be- ing compatible with the plug supplied, remove the plug properly (do not cut o ).

• Iftheplugttedtoyourovenisanonrewirabletypeand in the event of the socket outlet in your home not be- ing compatible with the plug supplied, cut-o the mains plug.

• Retwithasuitabletype,observingthewiringcodegiv- en in ‘To replace the mains plug’ on page GB-33.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

To wire an appropriate plug, follow the wiring code given in ‘To replace the mains plug’ on page GB-33. 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 14 2016-07-15 13:00:47GB-15 HOWYOUROVENWORKS Microwaves are energy waves, similar to those used for TV and radio signals. Electrical energy is converted into micro- wave energy, which is directed into the middle bottom of the cavity via a wave- guide. Then the microwave stirrer distrib- ute the microwave energy to every corner of the cavity evenly. Microwaves cannot pass through metal, because of this the oven cavity is made of metal and there is a ne metal mesh on the door. During cooking the microwaves bounce o the sides of the oven cavity at random. Microwaves will pass through certain mate- rials, such as glass and plastic, to heat the food. (See 'Suitable Ovenware’ on page GB- 28). Water, sugar and fat in food absorb micro- waves which cause them to vibrate. This creates heat by friction, in the same way your hands get warm when you rub them together. The outer areas of the food are heated by the microwave energy, then the heat moves to the centre by conduction, as it does in conventional cooking. It is impor- tant to turn, rearrange or stir food to ensure even heating. Once cooking is complete, the oven auto- matically stops producing microwaves. Standing time is necessary after cooking, as it enables the heat to disperse equally throughout the food. 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 15 2016-07-15 13:00:48GB-16

Plug in the oven. 1.

• Tochangethepowerlevelforcooking, enter the required time and then press the POWER LEVEL key until the display indicates the desired level.

• Power level The microwave power level is varied by the microwave energy switching on and o. When using power levels other than P100 you will be able to hear the micro- wave energy pulsing on and off as the food cooks or defrosts.

• Check the power level To check the microwave power level dur- ing cooking, press the POWER LEVEL key. As long as your finger is pressing the POWER LEVEL key the power level will be displayed. The oven continues to count down although the display will show the power level. Generally the following recommendations apply: P100/90 - (HIGH output = 800/720W) used for fast cooking or reheating e.g. for casse- roles, hot beverages, vegetables etc. P80/70 - (MEDIUM HIGH output = 640/560W) used for longer cooking of dense foods such as roast joints, meat loaf and plated meals, also for sensitive dishes such as sponge cakes. At this reduced setting, the food will cook evenly without over cooking at the sides. P60/50 - (MEDIUM output = 480/400W) for dense foods which require a long cooking time when cooked conventionally, eg. beef casserole, it is advisable to use this power set- ting to ensure the meat will be tender. P40/30 - (MEDIUM LOW output = 320/240W Defrost setting) to defrost, select this power setting, to ensure that the dish defrosts even- ly.This setting is also ideal for simmering rice, pasta, dumplings and cooking egg custard. P20/10 - (LOW output = 160/80W) For gent Ie defrosting, eg. cream gateaux or pastry. 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 16 2016-07-15 13:00:48GB-17 Opening the door: To open the oven door, push the door opening button. Starting the oven: Prepare and place food in a suitable container onto the turntable or place directly onto the turntable. Close the door and press the START/AUTO MINUTE key. Stopping the oven: If you want to stop the oven during cooking press the STOP/ CLEAR key once or open the oven door. If you want to cancel the cooking programme, press the STOP/CLEAR key twice. Your oven enables you to cook and defrost food using the automatic programmes, or to cook and defrost food manually. Automatic cooking and defrosting allows you to cook and defrost using preset programmes where the timings have been calculated for you, e.g AUTO WEIGHT COOK,SPEED DE- FROST, AUTO WEIGHT DEFROST. Manual cooking and defrosting allows you to cook/defrost foods and weights which are not included in the automatic programmes. Following are examples of manual cooking and defrosting. For automatic cooking and defrosting refer to pages GB-19 - 22. MANUAL COOKING

• Aftercooking,coverthefoodandleavetostand,whererecommended. Example: To cook for 2 minutes and 30 seconds on P70 microwave power.

1. Input the power level

by pressing the POWER LEVEL key 4 times for 70P.

2. Enter the cooking time by

pressing the 1 MIN key twice and then the 10 SEC key 3 times.

3. Press the START/AUTO

MINUTE key once to start cooking.

by pressing the POWER LEVEL key 8 times.

2. Enter the defrosting time

by pressing the 10 MIN. key once.

3. Press the START/ AUTO

MINUTE key once to start defrosting.

The display will count down through the cooking time. NOTES:

• Whenthedoorisopenedduringcooking,thecookingtimeonthedisplaystopsautomati- cally. The cooking time starts to count down again when the door is closed and the START/ AUTO MINUTE key is pressed.

• Ifyouwishtoknowthepowerlevelduringcooking,pressthePOWER LEVEL key. As long as your nger is touching the key the power level will be displayed. 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 18 2016-07-15 13:00:49GB-19 AUTO WEIGHT COOK/DEFROST enables you to cook or defrost pre-proqrammed meals listed. Follow the example below for details on how to operate these functions. AUTO WEIGHT COOK allows you to cook 3 popular menus. When cooking beef, press the AUTO WEIGHT COOK key x 1 COO1 will appear on the display. When cooking lamb. press the AUTO WEIGHT COOK key x2 COO2 will appear on the display. When cooking pork, press the AUTO WEIGHT COOK key x 3 COO3 will appear on the display. Example 1: To cook beef weighing 1.2kg from chilled using AUTO WEIGHT COOK.

2. Enter the weight by

pressing the WEIGHT keys until the desired weight is displayed.

3. Press the START/AUTO

MINUTE key once to start cooking.

The display will count down through the cooking time. Example 2: To defrost a Meat Joint weighing 1.2kg using AUTO WEIGHT DEFROST.

1. Select the menu required

by pressing the AUTO WEIGHT DEFROST key once.

2. Enter the weight by

pressing the WEIGHT keys until the desired weight is displayed.

3. Press the START/AUTO

MINUTE key once to start defrosting.

The display will count down through the defrosting time.

• Whenactionisrequired(example,toturnfoodover),theovenstops,theaudiblesignals sound, the remaining cooking time and an indicator will ash on the display. To continue cooking, press the START/AUTO MINUTE key.

• Thenaltemperaturewillvaryaccordingtotheinitialfoodtemperature.Checkfoodispip- ing hot after cooking. If necessary, you can extend the cooking manually.

• Turnmeatoverwhentheaudiblesignalsounds.

• Turnmeatoverwhentheaudiblesignalsounds.

• Turnmeatoverwhentheaudiblesignalsounds.

• Aftercooking,leavemeattostandwrappedinalumini- um foil for 10 minutes. 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 20 2016-07-15 13:00:49GB-21 This function quickly defrosts food while enabling you to choose a suitable defrost period, depending on the food type. Follow the example below for details on how to operate this function. Example: defrost the food for 10 minutes.

1. Select the menu required

by pressing the SPEED DEFROST key once.

2. Enter the cooking time by

pressing the 10 MIN key once.

3. Press the START/AUTO

MINUTE key start cooking.

NOTE: During the defrosting process the system will pause and bleep to remind you to turn the food over to ensure even defrosting. When this is complete, press START/AUTO MINUTE pad to resume defrosting. AUTO COOK enables you to cook foods listed on the control panel and the chart on page GB-22. Follow the example below for details on how to operate this function. Example: To cook 0.3kg rice using Auto Cook RICE PASTA.

1. Select the menu required

by pressing the RICE PASTA key once.

2. Enter the weight by

pressing the WEIGHT keys until the desired weight is displayed.

Press the START/AUTO MINUTE key to start cooking.

SELECTING MENU: You can select the Menu directly on the Key Sheet by pressing the rel- evant key. Auto cook menus: Food Note Jacket Potato (each 230g) 1. For beverage and potatoes, parameters on display are not weight but number of servings.

2. For Popcorn, touch POPCORN pad once to cook 100g pop-

corn, touch START/AUTO MINUTE to start; if the default cooking time for 100g popcorn is not suitable, just touch POPCORN pad twice, and touch number pads to enter a suit- able cooking time, touch START/AUTO MINUTE to start.

3. For Rice Pasta and Frozen Meal, during cooking, the system

will pause and sound beeps to remind user to take operation, then touch START/AUTO MINUTE to resume cooking. Reheat tea/Coee (200ml /cup) Rice Pasta (g) Popcorn (default, 100g) Frozen Vegetable (g) Pizza (g) Fresh Vegetable (g) Frozen Meal (g) WEIGHT RANGE:

• Foodweightshouldberoundedupordowntothenearest0.1kg,forexample,0.65kgto 0.7kg or 0.34kg to 0.3kg. NOTES:

• Ifthereisarequirementtostirthefoodduringtheautocookprocesstheovenwillstop and the audio signal will sound, at the same time the remaining cook time will show on the display. To continue cooking once the food has been stirred press the START/ AUTO MINUTE key.

• Thenaltemperaturewillvaryaccordingtotheinitialfoodtemperature.Checkfoodis piping hot after cooking. If necessary, you can extend the cooking manually.

• Theresultswhenusingautocookdependonvariancessuchastheshapeandsizeof the food and your personal preference as regards cooking results. If you are not satised with the programmed result, please adjust the cooking time to match your requirement. 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 22 2016-07-15 13:00:50GB-23

1. SEQUENCE COOKING:

This function enables continued and uninterrupted operation for 2 dierent stages. Example: To cook for: 5 minutes on P100 power (Stage 1) 16 minutes on P30 power (Stage 2) STAGE 1

1. Input the power level

by pressing the POWER LEVEL key once.

2. Enter the cooking time by

pressing the 1 MIN key 5 times.

by pressing pressing the POWER LEVEL key 8 times.

4. Enter the cooking time by

pressing the 10 MIN key once and then the 1 MlN key 6 times.

5. Press the START/AUTO

MINUTE key once to start.

The oven will begin to cook for 5 minutes on P100 and then for 16 minutes on P30. NOTE: If P100 is selected as the nal power level, it is not necessary to input the power level.

• Thecookingtimemaybeextendedtoamaximumof99minutes, 90 seconds. Example:

The LESS () TIME and MORE () TIME keys enable you to:

• Decreaseorincreasecooking/defrostingtimewhilsttheovenisinuse(manualcooking only). TO USE LESS AND MORE WITH MANUAL COOKING Press the LESS () or MORE () TIME key to decrease or increase the cooking or defrost- ing time in multiples of I minute whilst the oven is in use. The overall cooking time can be increased to a maximum of 99 minutes, 90 seconds. Example: cook on P50 for 10 minutes and then decrease the cooking time by 2 minutes:

1. Input the power level

by pressing the POWER LEVEL key six times.

2. Enter the cooking time by

pressing the 10 MIN key once.

2. Press the START/AUTO

MINUTE key once to start cooking.

4. Reduce the cooking time

by pressing the LESS TIME key twice. Cooking time is reduced by 2 minutes and continues to count down, for example:

Use the KITCHEN TlMER as a minute timer or to monitor the standing time for cooked/ defrosted food. Example: To set the timer for 5 minutes.

2. Enter the desired time by

pressing the 1 MIN key 5 times.

3. Press the START/AUTO

MINUTE key once to start.

x5 x1 The display will count down. When the display reaches zero, the audible signal will sound. You can enter any time up to 99 minutes, 90 seconds. To cancel the KITCHEN TIMER whilst counting down, simply press the STOP/CLEAR. NOTE: The KITCHEN TIMER function cannot be used whilst cooking. CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 25 2016-07-15 13:00:51GB-26

Many of the following techniques are similar to those used in conventional cooking.

• Always attend the oven when in use.

• Liquids and foods must not be heated in sealed containers or jars/ contain- ers with Iids on, as pressure will build up inside and may cause the contain- er/jar to explode.

• Only use microwave popcorn within the recommended packaging (follow the manufacturers instructions). Never use oil unless specied by the manufacturer and never cook for longer than instructed. Microwaves cook food faster than conven- tional cooking. It is therefore essential that certain techniques are followed to ensure good results. COOKING ADVICE NOTES:

• When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.

• Ensure that the utensils are suitable for use in a rnicrowave oven. (See "Suitable Cookware" on page GB-28).

• Do not place hot foods/utensils on a cold turntable or cold foods/utensils on a hot turntable.

Fol low instructions in the SHARP operation manual at all times. If you exceed recommended cooking times and use power levels that are too high, food may overheat, burn and in extreme circumstances, catch re and damage the oven. Cooking Techniques Arrange Place the thickest parts of food towards the outside of the di sh. e.g. Chicken drumsticks. Foods that are placed towards the outside of the dish will receive more energy, so cook quicker, than those in the centre. Cover Certain foods benet from being covered dur- ing microwave cooking, follow recommendations where given. Use vented microwave ding Im or a suitable Iid. Pierce Foods with a shell, skin or membrane must be pierced in several pl aces before cooking or reheat- ing as steam will build up and may cause food to explode. e.g. Potatoes, Fish, Chicken, Sausages. NOTE: Eggs in their shells and hard/ soft boiled eggs should not be heated in the rnicrowave oven as they rnay explode, even after cooking has ended. Stir, turn and rear- range For even cooking it is essential to stir, turn and rearrange food dur- ing cooking. Always stir and rearrange from the outside towards the centre. Stand Standing time is necessary after cooking as it enables the heat to disperse equally throughout the food.

MICROWAVE COOKING ADVICE

00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 26 2016-07-15 13:00:51GB-27 Food Characteristics Composition Foods high in fat or sugar (e.g. Christmas pudding, mince pies) re- quire less heating time. Care should be taken as overheating can lead to re. Bones in food conduct heat, making the food cook more quickly. Care must be taken so that the food is cooked evenly. Density Food density will aect the amount of cooking time needed. Light, porous foods, such as cakes or bread, cook more quickly than heavy, dense foods, such as roasts and casseroles. Quantity The number of microwaves in your oven remains the same regard- less of how much food is being cooked. The cooking time must be increased as the amount of food placed in the oven increases. e.g. Four potatoes will take longer to cook than two. Size Small foods and small pieces cook faster than large ones, as micro- waves can penetrate from all sides to the centre. For even cooking make all the pieces the same size. Shape Foods which are irregular in shape, such as chicken breasts or drumsticks, take longer to cook in the thicker parts. For even cook- ing, place the thickest parts to the outside of the dish where they will receive more energy. Round shapes cook more evenly than square shapes when micro- wave cooking. Temperature of food The initial temperature of food aects the amount of cooking time needed. Chilled foods will take longer to cook than food at room tempera- ture. e.g. A cake made with chilled ingredients, (i.e. margarine) will take longer to cook than a cake made with ingredients at room tempera- ture. The temperature of the container is not a true indication of the tem- perature of the food or drink. Cut into foods with llings, for exam- ple jam doughnuts, to release heat or steam. Face & Hands:Always use oven gloves to remove food or cookware from the oven. Stand back when opening the oven door to allow heat or steam to disperse. When removing covers (such as cling lm), opening roasting bags or popcorn packaging, direct steam away from face and hands. Check the temperature of food and drink and stir before serving. Take spe- cial care when serving to babies, children or the elderly. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken and the tem- perature is to be checked before consumption to avoid burns.

To cook/defrost food in a microwave oven, the microwave energy must be able to pass through the container to penetrate the food. Therefore it is important to choose suitable cookware. Round/oval dishes are preferable to square/ oblong ones, as the food in the corners tends to overcook.A variety of cookware can be used as listed below. Cookware Microwave Safe Comments Aluminium foil Foil containers ✔ / ✘ Small pieces of aluminium foil can be used to shield food from overheating. Keep foil at least 2cm from the oven walls, as arcing may occur. Foil containers are not recommended unless speci ed by the manu- facturer, e.g. Microfoil ®, follow instructions carefully. Browning dishes

Always follow the manufacturers instructions. Do not exceed heating time given. Be very careful as these dishes become very hot. China and ceramics ✔ / ✘ Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and bone chi- na are usually suitable, except for those with metallic decoration. Glassware e.g. Pyrex®

Care should be taken if using ne glassware as it can break or crack if heated suddenly. Metal

It is not recommended to use metal cookware as it will arc, which can lead to re. Plastic/Polystyrene e.g fast food contain- ers

Care must be taken as some containers warp, melt or discolour at high temperatures. Cling lm

It should not touch the food and must be pierced to let the steam escape. Freezer/Roasting bags

Must be pierced to let steam escape. Ensure bags are suitable for microwave use. Do not use plastic or metal ties, as they may melt or catch re due to the metal ‘arcing’. Paper - plates, cups and kitchen paper

Only use for warming or to absorb moisture. Care must be taken as overheating may cause re. Straw and wooden containers

Always attend the oven when using these materials as overheating may cause re. Recycled paper and newspaper

May contain extracts of metal which will cause ‘arcing’ and may lead to re.

When heating food in plastic or paper containers, monitor the oven due to the possibility of ignition. SUITABLE COOKWARE 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 28 2016-07-15 13:00:52GB-29 DEFROSTING ADVICE Defrosting food using your microwave oven is the quickest method of all. It is a simple proccess but the following instructions are essential to ensure the food is thor- oughly defrosted. Rearrange Foods that are placed towards the outside of the dish will defrost quick- er than foods in the centre. It is therefore essential that the food is rear- ranged up to 4 times during defrosting. Move closely packed pieces from the outside to the centre and rear- range over-lapping areas. This will ensure that all parts of the food defrosts evenly. Separate Foods may be stuck together when removed from the freezer. It is im- portant to separate foods as soon as it is possible during defrosting. e.g. bacon rashers, chicken llets. Shield Some areas of food being defrosted may become warm. To prevent them becoming warmer and starting to cook, these areas can be shielded with small pieces of foil, which reect microwaves. e.g. legs and wings on a chicken. Stand Standing time is necessary to ensure food is thoroughly defrosted. Defrosting is not complete once the food is removed from the micro- wave oven. Food must stand, covered, for a length of time to ensure the centre has completly defrosted. Turn over It is essential that all foods are turned over at least 3 - 4 times during defrosting. This is important to ensure thorough defrosting. NOTES:

REHEATING ADVICE For the reheating of foods, follow the advice and guidelines below to ensure food is thor- oughly reheated before serving. Plated meals Remove any poultry or meat portions, reheat these sep- arately, see below. Place smaller items of food to the centre of the plate, larger and thicker foods to the edge. Cover with vented micro- wave cling lm and reheat on MEDIUM, stir/ rearrange half- way through reheating. NOTE: Ensure the food is thoroughly reheated before serv- ing. Sliced meat Cover with vented microwave ding lm and reheat on ME- DIUM. Rearrange at least once to ensure even reheating. NOTE: Ensure the meat is thoroughly reheated before serv- ing. Poultry por- tions Place thid<est parts of the portions to the outside of the dish, cover with vented microwave cling lm and reheat on MEDIUM HIGH.Turn over halfway through reheating. NOTE: Ensure the poultry is thoroughly reheated before serving. Casseroles Cover with vented microwave cling lm or a suitable Iid and reheat on MEDIUM. Stir frequently to ensure even reheating. NOTE: Ensure the food is thoroughly reheated before serv- ing. To achieve the best results when reheating, select a suitable microwave power level appropri- ate to the type of food. e.g.A bowl of vegetables can be reheated using HIGH, while a lasagne which contains ingredients that cannot be stirred, should be reheated using MEDI UM. NOTES:

• Removefoodfromfoilormetalcontainersbeforereheating.

• Reheatingtimeswillbeaffectedbytheshape,depth,quantityandternperatureoffood together with the size, shape and material of the container. Never heat Iiquids in narrow-necked containers, as this could result in the contents erupting from the container and may cause burns.

• Cannedpotatoesshouldnotbeheatedinthemicrowaveoven,followthemanufacturer's instructions on the can. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken and the temperature is to be checked before consumption to avoid burns. 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 30 2016-07-15 13:00:52GB-31 OVEN INTERIOR

• Foodandliquidsplasheswillbuild-upontheovenwallsandceiling.Ifgrease,fatandfood debris is allowed to build-up in the oven interior it may overheat, smoke or even catch re when next using the oven.

• Keepthewaveguide cover clean at all times. The waveguide cover is constructed from a fragile material and should be cleaned with care (follow the cleaning instructions above). NOTE: Excessive soaking may cause disintegration of the waveguide cover. The waveguide cover is a consumable part and without regular cleaning, will need to be replaced.

• Foodwillreleasesteamduringcookingandcausecondensationinsidetheovenanddoor. It is important to wipe the oven dry. A buildup of condensation will eventually lead to rust forming on the oven interior.

• Do not allow grease or dirt to build- up on the door seals or areas around the door. This may prevent the door from closing correctly and may cause a leakage of micro- waves (follow the cleaning instructions opposite).

• Ensuretheturntableandrollerstayarecleanedaftereveryusewithamildwashing-up liquid solution and dried. This will prevent the build- up of grease and food debris. The turntable is dishwasher safe.

• CLEANTHEOVENATREGULARINTERVALSANDREMOVEANYFOODDEPOSITS. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to a deterioration of the surface that could adversely aect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. OUTER CABINET

• Wipetheoutsideofthemicrowaveovenwithamilddetergentsolution,suchaswashing- up liquid, with warm water on a soft cloth.

• Asteamcleanershouldnotbeused.

TROUBLESHOOTING If you think the oven is not working properly there are some simple checks you can carry out yourself before calling an engineer. This will help prevent unnecessary service calls if the fault is something simple. Follow this simple check below: Place half a cup of water on the turntable and close the door. Select HIGH and programme the oven to cook for 1 minute.

I. Does the oven lamp come on when it is cooking?

2. Does the turntable rotate?

3. Does the cooling fan work? (Check by placing your hand above the air vent openings.)

4. After I minute does the audible signal sound?

5. Is the water in the cup hot?

If you answer "NO" to any question first check that the oven is plugged in properly and the fuse has not blown. If there is no fault with either; check against the chart below. NOTE: If you cook food for more than the standard time (see chart below) using the same cooking mode, the oven's safety mechanisms automatically activate.The microwave power level will be reduced. Cooking Mode Standard Time Microwave HIGH cooking 20 Minutes

Never adjust, repair or modify the oven yourself. It is hazardous for anyone other than a SHARP trained engineer to carry out servicing or repairs. This is important as it may involve the removal of covers that provide protection against microwave energy.

The door seal stops microwave leakage during oven operation, but does not form an airtight seal. It is normal to see drops of water, light or feel warm air around the oven door. Food with a high moisture content will release steam and cause condensation inside the door which may drip from the oven.

Repairs and Modifications: Do not attempt to operate the oven if it is not working properly.

Outer Cabinet & Lamp Access: Never remove the outer cabinet. This is very dangerous due to high voltage parts inside which must never be touched, as this could be fatal. Your oven is not fitted with a lamp access cover. If the lamp fails, do not attempt to replace the lamp yourself, call a SHARP approved service facility. QUERY ANSWER Draught circulates aro- und the door. When the oven is working, air circulates within the cavity. The door does not form an airtight seal so air may escape from the door. Condensation forms in the oven, and may drip from the door. The oven cavity will normally be colder than the food being cooked, and so steam produced when cooking will condense on the colder surface. The amount of steam produced depends on the water content of the food being cooked. Some foods, such as potatoes have a high moisture content. Condensation trapped in the door glass should clear after a few hours. Flashing or arcing from within the cavity when cooking. Arcing will occur when a metallic object comes into close proximity to the oven cavity during cooking.This may possibly roughen the surface of the cavity, but would not othetwise damage the oven. Arcing potatoes. Ensure all "eyes" are removed and the potatoes have been pierced, place directly onto the turntable or in a heat resistant an dish or similar. The display is lit but the control panel will not work when pressed. Check the door is closed properly. Oven cooks too slowly. Ensure correct power level has been selected. Oven makes a noise. The microwave energy pulses ON and OFF during cooking/defrosting. Outer cabinet is hot. The cabinet may become warm to the touch - keep children away. 00_User manual - R270_9_languages.indb 32 2016-07-15 13:00:52GB-33 Model name: R-270 AC Line Voltage : Single phase 230-240V, 50Hz Power Consumption: Microwave : 1200W Input Current: Microwave : 5.2A Output power: Microwave : 800W (IEC 60705) Heating Category : E Microwave Frequency : 2450MHz* (Group 2/Class B) Outside Dimensions (W ) x (H) x (D) mm : 450 x 260 x 342 Cavity Dimensions (W ) x (H) x (D)** mm : 315 x 210 x 329 Oven Capacity : 20 litres** Cooking Uniformity : Turntable diameter 245mm Weight : Approx. 12 kg