INSTRUCTION MANUAL
EM-S8600S
Stainless Steel Microwave Oven
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY
Proper and Safe Use of Your Oven........................................................4
Important Safety Instructions .................................................................5
Grounding Instructions ...........................................................................6
Utensils ..................................................................................................6
SETTING UP YOUR OVEN
Names of Oven Parts and Accessories..................................................8
Turntable Installation .............................................................................8
Installation .............................................................................................9
OPERATION
Control Panel and Features .................................................................10
Setting Clock ........................................................................................11
Child Lock-Out .....................................................................................11
Kitchen Timer .......................................................................................12
Time Cooking .......................................................................................12
+30 Sec ...............................................................................................12
Memory Cooking .................................................................................13
Power Level Setting Guide ..................................................................13
Direct Access Cooking ....................................................................14-16
Weight Defrost .....................................................................................16
Time Defrost ........................................................................................16
Defrosting Chart ..................................................................................17
COOKING GUIDE
Cooking Principles and Techniques .....................................................18
MAINTENANCE
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................19
Questions and Answers .......................................................................20
Cleaning ...............................................................................................20
WARRANTY ..........................................................................................................21
QUICK REFERENCE ............................................................................................22
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SAFETY
PROPER AND SAFE USE OF YOUR OVEN
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•
The oven must be on a leveled surface.
•
Do not heat baby bottles or baby food
in the microwave oven. Uneven heating
may occur and could cause physical
injury.
The turntable and turntable roller rest
must be in the oven during cooking.
•
Place the cookware gently on the
turntable and handle it carefully to avoid
possible breakage.
•
•
•
Do not heat narrow-necked containers,
such as syrup bottles.
Do not attempt to deep-fry in your
microwave oven.
•
•
Incorrect use of browning dish may
cause the turntable to break.
Do not do home canning in this
microwave oven as it is impossible to
be sure all contents of the jar have
reached boiling temperature.
Use carefully when cooking food in the
microwave oven to avoid burning due to
excessive cooking.
•
•
Use only the specified bag size when
using Direct Access Popcorn.
•
•
Do not use this microwave oven for
commercial purposes. This microwave
oven is made for household use only.
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean
condition could lead to deterioration that
could adversely affect the life of the
appliance and possibly result in a
hazardous situation.
To prevent eruptive boiling of hot liquids
and beverages or scalding yourself, stir
liquid before placing the container in the
oven and again halfway through cooking
time. Let stand in the oven for a short
time and stir again before removing the
container.
•
•
The oven has several built-in safety
switches to ensure that the power
remains off when the door is open. Do
not tamper with these switches.
Do not operate the microwave oven
empty. Operating the oven with no food
or food that is extremely low in moisture
can cause fire, charring or sparking.
•
•
Do not cook bacon directly on the
turntable. Excessive local heating of the
turntable may cause it to break.
Do not remove feet from the bottom of
the oven.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure
to excessive microwave energy:
1. Read all instructions before using
the appliance.
7. Use this appliance only for its intended
use as described in the manual. Do not
use corrosive chemicals or vapors in
this appliance. This oven is specifically
designed to heat or cook food. It is not
designed for industrial or laboratory use.
2. Read and follow the specific
“PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY” on page 2.
8. As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
3. As with most cooking appliances, close
supervision is necessary to reduce the risk
of a fire in the oven cavity.
9. Do not operate this oven if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly or if it has been damaged
or dropped.
If materials inside the oven ignite:
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•
•
Keep the oven door closed
Turn the oven off, and
10.This appliance should be serviced only by
qualified service technicians. Contact
the nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
Disconnect the power cord or shut off
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
Keep in mind the following rules at all
times:
11. Do not cover or block any vents on
the oven.
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the
appliance when paper, plastic, or other
combustible materials are placed inside
the oven to facilitate cooking.
12.Do not store or use this appliance
outdoors.
13.Do not use this oven near water, near
a kitchen sink, in a wet basement or near
a swimming pool, or similar locations.
b. Do not use the oven cavity for storage
purposes. Do not store combustible items
such as bread, cookies, paper products,
etc. inside the oven. If lightning strikes
the power line, the oven may turn on
by itself.
14.Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
15.Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
16.Do not let cord hang over edge of table
or counter.
c. Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles
from paper or plastic containers/bags
before placing them in the oven.
17.When cleaning door and oven surfaces
that meet when door is closed, use only
mild, non abrasive soaps or detergents
applied with a sponge or soft cloth. (See
“Cleaning” instructions on page 20.)
4. This oven must be grounded. Connect
only to properly grounded outlet. See
“GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” on
page 6.
18.Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are
able to be overheated beyond the boiling
point without appearing to be boiling.
Visible bubbling or boiling when the
container is removed from the microwave
oven is not always present. This could
result in very hot liquids suddenly boiling
over when the container is disturbed or
a spoon or other utensil is inserted
into the liquid.
5. Install or locate this oven only in
accordance with the provided
installation instructions.
6. Some products such as whole eggs,
water with oil or fat, sealed containers and
closed glass jars may explode and
therefore should not be heated in
this oven.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an elec-
DANGER
trical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric
shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding
wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into
an outlet that is properly installed and grounded. Consult
a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding
instructions are not completely understood or if doubt
exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. If
it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire
extension cord that has a 3-pronged grounding plug, and
a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on
Electric Shock Hazard
•
Touching some of the internal
component scan cause
serious personal injury or
death. Do not disassemble
this appliance.
WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard
•
Improper use of the
grounding can result in
electric shock. Do not plug
into an outlet until appliance
is properly installed and
grounded.
the appliance.
•
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the
risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping
over a longer cord.
•
•
Longer cord sets or extension cords maybe used if
care is exercised in their use.
Three-pronged (grounding)
plug
If a long cord or extension cord is used:
1) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or
extension cord should be at least as great as the
electrical rating of the appliance.
2) The extension cord must be a grounding-type
3-wire cord, and
3) The longer cord should be arranged so that it will
not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it
can be pulled on by children or tripped over
unintentionally.
Properly polarized and
grounded outlet
UTENSILS
See following page for further instructions “Materials you
can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in
microwave oven.”
CAUTION
Personal Injury Hazard
•
Tightly-closed utensils could
explode. Closed containers
should be opened and
plastic pouches pierced
before cooking.
Utensil Test:
1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold
water (250 ml) along with the utensil in question.
2. Cook on maximum power (PL 10) for 1 minute.
3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm,
do not use it for microwave cooking. Do not exceed 1
minute testing time.
CAUTION:
1. Do not use plastic containers for testing.
2. Some containers and dishware may be warm (or hot)
in only one area. Do not use a container that becomes
warm anywhere.
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Materials you can use in microwave oven
Utensils
Aluminum foil
Remarks
Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of meat
or poultry to prevent over cooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven
walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from oven walls.
Browning dish Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be at
least 3/16 inch (5 mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause the
turntable to break.
Dinnerware
Glass jars
Glassware
Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use cracked or
chipped dishes.
Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are not
heat resistant and may break.
Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do not
use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking
bags
Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make slits to
allow steam to escape.
Paper plates
and cups
Paper towels
Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven
unattended while cooking.
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for
short-term cooking only. Do not use recycled paper towels, they may contain
metal and could ignite.
Parchment
paper
Plastic
Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Only use items labeled “Microwave
Safe”. Some plastic containers soften as the food inside gets hot. “Boiling bags”
and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as
directed by package.
Plastic wrap
Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture. Do
not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Thermometers Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering and to retain moisture.
Materials to be avoided in microwave oven
Utensils
Aluminum tray
Remarks
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Food carton with May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
metal handle
Metal or metal- Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may cause arcing.
trimmed utensils
Metal twist ties
Paper bags
Plastic foam
cups
May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed to
high temperature.
Wood
Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split or crack.
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SET UP
NAMES OF OVEN PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Remove the oven and all materials from the carton and oven cavity. Your oven
comes with the following accessories:
1 Turntable
1 Turntable roller rest
1 Instruction Manual
Door
Interior
light
Control panel
Cabinet
Door Safety Locks
Shuts off oven power if door is
opened during operation.
Door Handle
• Pull handle gently to open door.
• When you open the door during cooking
process, the cooking stops but the program
will not be canceled. Touch START to
resume cooking.
TURNTABLE INSTALLATION
• Never place the turntable upside
down. The turntable should never
be restricted.
Turntable
• Both turntable and roller rest must
always be used during cooking.
• All food and containers of food are
always placed on the turntable
for cooking.
Roller rest
Hub (underside)
• If turntable or roller rest cracks or
breaks, contact your nearest
authorized service center for more
information regarding replacement.
Receptacle
1. Remove any tape covering receptacle.
2 Place the roller rest on the cavity bottom.
3. Place the turntable on top of the roller rest as
shown in the diagram. Make sure the
turntable hub is securely locked in
the receptacle.
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INSTALLATION
Remove all packing material and accessories. Examine the oven for any damage such
as dents or broken door. Do not install if oven is damaged. Do not remove the light brown
Mica cover that is attached inside the oven cavity to protect the magnetron.
NOTE: This unit is not designed for 50 Hz or any circuit other than a 120-volt/ 60-Hz AC
circuit. This oven is designed for counter top installation.
Counter top Installation
1. Select a level surface that
provides enough open space for
the in take and/or outlet vents.
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•
Leave a minimum clearance of 3 inches
above the oven.
Do not remove the legs from the bottom
of the oven.
Blocking the intake and/or outlet
openings can damage the oven.
Place the oven as far away from radios
and TV’s as possible. Operation of
microwave oven may cause interference
to your radio or TV.
3"
3"
3"
•
If the cabinet is covered with a protective
film, remove the film.
OPEN
2. Plug your oven into a standard
120-volt / 60-Hz household outlet.
Be sure the electrical circuit is at least 15
amperes and that your microwave oven
is the only appliance on the circuit.
A minimum clearance of 3 inches
is required between the oven and
any adjacent wall. One side must
be open.
WARNING: Do not install oven over a range
cook top or other heat-producing appliance.
If installed near or over a heat source, the
oven could be damaged and the warranty
would be void.
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OPERATION
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
(1) DISPLAY WINDOW
Shows cooking time in minutes and seconds
during cooking. Shows clock time when oven
is not in use.
(2) POWER
Use to set power levels other than 100%
(PL 10).
(3) DIRECT ACCESS KEYPADS
Pre programmed to cook or reheat popular
foods with minimal number of steps.
(4) KITCHEN TIMER
Use as a timer.
(5) MEMORY
Use to save favorite cooking programs.
(6) WEIGHT DEFROST
Pre programmed to defrost by weight.
(7) CLOCK
Use to set the clock.
(8) TIME DEFROST
Use to defrost by time.
(9) NUMBER KEYPADS
Use to enter time or weight and
express cook.
(10) AM/PM
Use to choose AM or PM when set clock.
(11) STOP/CLEAR
Press once: Stops oven
Press twice: Stops oven and
clears all prior settings.
(12) START/+30 SEC.
Press START/+30SEC. after entry
to start oven.
Use to add 30 seconds to TIME
COOKING, DIRECT ACCESS and
TIME DEFROST programs.
The oven will beep 5 times to
indicate the completion of a
program.
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SETTING CLOCK
To set the correct time of day, follow the steps below. Example: To set 3:15:
Step
1
Procedure
Keypad
CLOCK
Press CLOCK.
lights and a tone will sound. The display will
show “00:00” with the first “0” flashing.
2
Press 0, 3, 1 and 5 to enter time of day. You must press 4 numbers
to set the clock (2 for the hour and 2 for minutes).
When entering hours 1-9, a zero must be entered first.
03:15
3
4
Press AM/PM to choose AM or PM.
AM/PM
CLOCK
Press CLOCK.
turns off and the display will show the present
time. The colon will remain flashing
Note : • If the clock (or display) shows any abnormality, unplug the oven from the AC
outlet. Plug it in again and then reset the clock.
• When power resumes after a power interruption, reset the clock following the
instructions above.
• The display will show “0:00” if the clock is not set.
• If the clock is not set within 1 minute of pressing “CLOCK” or STOP/CLEAR is
pressed, the display will return to “0:00”.
CHILD LOCK-OUT
The oven has a safety feature which prevents use by children. The feature locks the op-
eration of the oven until canceled.
To set:
Step
1
Procedure
Keypad
Press and hold STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds. A tone will sound and the
STOP/
CLEAR
lights. The display will show
.
To cancel:
Step
Procedure
Keypad
1
Press and hold STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds. A tone will sound and the
STOP/
CLEAR
turns off.
STOPPING THE OVEN WHILE IN OPERATION
1. You can stop the oven by pressing STOP/CLEAR once or by opening the door.
2. You can resume cooking by closing the door and pressing START.
3. Press STOP/CLEAR twice to stop the oven and clear all settings.
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KITCHEN TIMER
To set kitchen timer for 2 minutes:
Step
Procedure
Keypad
1
Press KITCHEN TIMER.
lights and a tone will sound. The dis-
KITCHEN TIMER
play will show “ 00:00” with the first “0” flashing.
2
Enter desired time. You must press 4 numbers to set the timer (2 for
the minutes and 2 for the seconds).
When entering 1-9 minutes, a zero must be entered first.
02:00
3
Press START/+30SEC.
the time remaining.
lights and flashes. The display will show START/+30SEC.
Note: • Five beeps indicate the KITCHEN TIMER is finished.
• Press STOP/CLEAR to cancel KITCHEN TIMER.
•The maximum time that can be set is 99 minutes 99 seconds.
TIME COOKING
This basic microwave cooking method allows you to cook food for a desired time. In addition
to 100% (PL 10) power level, you can select different microwave power from 9 levels, 1-9
(10-90% of total power level).
Example: To cook at 80% power level for 20 minutes:
Step
1
Procedure
Keypad
20:00
Enter a cooking time in minutes and seconds. Enter 2, 0, 0,and 0.
2
Press POWER 1-10 times.
indicator lights.
High power symbol
lights when 8-10 power
levels are entered.
Low power symbol
lights when 1-7 power
levels are entered.
POWER
Press
Power
Level
PL10
PL9
PL8
PL7
PL6
PL5
PL4
PL3
%
once
twice
100 %
90 %
80 %
70 %
60 %
50 %
40 %
30 %
20 %
10 %
(Press POWER
three times)
3 times
4 times
5 times
6 times
7 times
8 times
9 times
(PL 8 appears in
the display)
PL2
10 times PL1
3
Press START/+30SEC.
START/+30SEC.
+
or
will flash while cooking.
Nota • The maximum time that can be set is 99 minutes 99 seconds.
• If no power is entered, the power level will always be 100% (PL10).
+30 SEC.
This feature provides 2 functions :
•
•
You may quickly start TIME COOKING by pressing START/+30 SEC. The maximum
time that can be set is 99 minutes 59 seconds.
You can add extra time while using TIME COOKING, DIRECT ACCESS and TIME
DEFROST programs. Press START/+30 SEC. while cooking is in progress to add time
in 30 second increments. This feature may not used with the
WEIGHT DEFROST program.
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MEMORY COOKING
You can enter five cooking programs to be saved in MEMORY. Each program can have up
to 2 cooking stages, as some recipes require different stages of cooking at various power
levels to get better results. Each stage can be programmed with a different time
and power level.
To set a MEMORY cooking program:
Step
1
Procedure
Keypad
MEMORY
Press MEMORY 1-5 times to input a cooking program.
2
3
Follow steps 1 & 2 for TIME COOKING for the first stage (do not
POWER
press start).
(Press POWER two
Example: To cook for 10 minutes at 90% power level for first stage. times) PL 9 appears
in the display
10:00
POWER
(Press POWER nine
times) PL 2 appears
in the display
3:00
+
or
indicators light.
Enter cooking time and power level for the second stage.
Example: To cook for 3 minutes at 20% power level for second
stage.
+
or
indicators light.
4
Press MEMORY to save the program.
MEMORY
To start a MEMORY cooking program:
Step
1
Procedure
Keypad
MEMORY
Press MEMORY 1-5 times to access saved programs.
2
Press START/+30SEC.
START/+30SEC.
+
or
will flash while cooking.
Note : • When START/+30SEC. is pressed, the display will count down remaining
cooking time in Stage 1. The oven will beep and start Stage 2.
• Five beeps indicate the MEMORY program is finished.
POWER LEVEL SETTING GUIDE
100 % • Cooking poultry, vegetables,
(PL10) and most casseroles.
• Boiling water.
50 %
(PL5)
• Cooking custards and pasta.
• Cooking rump roast, ham, veal, lamb.
• Preheating a browning dish.
90 %
(PL9)
• Reheating rice and pasta.
40 %
(PL4)
• Cooking less tender cuts of meat
in liquid or slow-cooking dishes.
• Completing the cooking cycle
of less tender roasts.
80 %
(PL8)
• Reheating precooked or
prepared food quickly.
• Cooking fish.
30 %
(PL3)
• Completing the cooking cycle
of casseroles, stews, sauces.
• Manual defrosting.
70 %
(PL7)
• Cooking cheese dishes.
20 %
(PL2)
• Softening chocolate.
• Clarifying butter.
• Heating breads, rolls, pancakes,
tacos, tortillas, French toast.
• Softening cream cheese, butter.
• Keeping casseroles warm.
60 %
• Cooking scrambled eggs.
10 %
(PL1)
(PL6) • Baking cakes.
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DIRECT ACCESS COOKING
The eight DIRECT ACCESS keys are preprogrammed to cook or reheat a variety of popular
foods with a minimum number of steps.
POPCORN
Place prepackaged popcorn bag into oven. (49, 85 or 99 g) (1,75, 3 or 3,5 oz)
Step
1
Procedure
Press POPCORN once for 49 g (1.75 oz).
Press POPCORN twice for 89 g (3 oz).
Press POPCORN three times for 99 g (3.5 oz).
indicators lights
Keypad
POPCORN
2
Press START/+30SEC.
START/+30SEC.
indicator turns off.
will flash while cooking.
You may reset the POPCORN cooking time when using other bag sizes.
Example: to set cooking time of 3 minutes 30 seconds:
Step
1
Procedure
Press POPCORN once to reset 49 g (1.75 oz).
Press POPCORN twice to reset 89 g (3 oz).
Press POPCORN three times for 99 g (3.5 oz).
indicators light.
Keypad
POPCORN
2
3
Press MEMORY. Enter new cooking time.
You must enter 3 numbers. (1 for minutes and 2 for seconds)
indicator turns off.
MEMORY
3:30
Press MEMORY again to save new cooking time.
MEMORY
Note: • You may return to the preprogrammed POPCORN cooking time by pressing
POPCORN for more than 3 seconds. A tone will sound and “POP” will
appear in display.
POTATO
Place 1 - 3 medium size potatoes in oven.
Step
1
Procedure
Press POTATO once for 1 potato, approx. 225 g (8 oz).
Press POTATO twice for 2 potatoes, approx. 453 g (16 oz).
Press POTATO three times for 3 potatoes, approx. 680 g (24 oz).
indicators light.
Keypad
POTATO
2
Press START/+30SEC.
START/+30SEC.
will flash while cooking.
PIZZA
Place 1-3 slices of refrigerated pizza in oven.
Step
1
Procedure
Press PIZZA once for 1 slice (6 oz).
Press PIZZA twice for 2 slices (9 oz).
Press PIZZA three times for 3 slices (12 oz).
indicators light.
Keypad
PIZZA
2
Press START/+30SEC.
START/+30SEC.
indicator turns off.
will flash while cooking.
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BEVERAGE
Place 1-3 cups in oven.
Step
1
Procedure
Press BEVERAGE once for 1 cup.
Press BEVERAGE twice for 2 cups.
Keypad
BEVERAGE
Press BEVERAGE three times for 3 cups.
indicators light.
2
Press START/+30SEC.
START/+30SEC.
will flash while cooking.
indicator turns off.
SOUP
This feature can be used to reheat soup.
Step
1
Procedure
Keypad
SOUP
Press SOUP once for 1 serving, approx. 118 ml (4 oz).
Press SOUP twice for 2 servings, approx. 354 ml (12 oz).
Press SOUP three times for 3 servings, approx. 236 ml (8 oz).
Press SOUP four times for 4 servings, approx. 473 ml (16 oz).
indicators light.
2
Press START/+30SEC.
START/+30SEC.
indicator turns off.
will flash while cooking.
DINNER PLATE
This feature can be used to reheat precooked foods placed on a dinner plate.
Step
1
Procedure
Press DINNER PLATE once for 1 serving, approx. 255 g (9 oz).
Press DINNER PLATE twice for 2 servings, approx. 340 g (12 oz).
Press DINNER PLATE three times for 3 servings, approx. 510 g
(18 oz).
Keypad
DINNER PLATE
indicators light.
2
Press START/+30SEC.
START/+30SEC.
indicator turns off.
will flash while cooking.
FRESH VEGETABLE
This feature can be used to cook fresh vegetables.
Step
1
Procedure
Press FRESH VEGETABLE once for 113 g (4 oz).
Press FRESH VEGETABLE twice for 226 g (8 oz).
Press FRESH VEGETABLE three times for 453 g (16 oz).
indicators light.
Keypad
FRESH
VEGETABLE
2
Press START/+30SEC.
START/+30SEC.
indicator turns off.
will flash while cooking.
FROZEN VEGETABLE
This feature can be used to cook frozen vegetables.
Step
1
Procedure
Press FROZEN VEGETABLE once for 113 g (4 oz).
Press FROZEN VEGETABLE twice for 226 g (8 oz).
Press FROZEN VEGETABLE three times for 453 g (16 oz).
indicators light.
Keypad
FROZEN
VEGETABLE
2
Press START/+30SEC.
START/+30SEC.
indicator turns off.
will flash while cooking.
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DIRECT ACCESS COOKING/REHEATING GUIDE
Item
Special Notes
Starting
Temp.
Room
Popcorn Unfold the bag and place in oven according to package directions.
Do not leave the oven unattended when popping popcorn.
Potato
Pierce skin with a fork. Place on a paper towel. Arrange in a circular Room
pattern with heavier ends pointing toward the outer edge of turn-
table. Let stand approximately 10 minutes after cooking.
Pizza
Place cooked slices of pizza on paper towel or paper plates. Follow Refrigerated
package instructions for cooking frozen pizza.
Beverage Place cups or mugs with liquids in oven uncovered. Stir after reheat- Room/Refrig-
ing. Be careful when handling or drinking liquids immediately out of erated
oven as contents will be hot.
Soup
Cover food with plastic wrap. Allow to stand, covered, for a few
minutes after reheating.
Refrigerated
Dinner
Plate
Place food on microwave-safe plate and cover.
Refrigerated
Fresh
Wash and cut into slices, cubes, etc. Place in bowl or dish adding 1 Refrigerated
Vegetable tablespoon of water per serving. Cover. Let stand, covered, for ap-
prox. 2 minutes after cooking.
Frozen
Follow package directions for adding water. Place in bowl or dish
Frozen
Vegetable and cover. Let stand, covered, for approx. 2 minutes after cooking.
WEIGHT DEFROST
WEIGHT DEFROST allows you to easily defrost foods by eliminating guesswork in
determining defrosting time. Follow the steps below for easy defrosting.
Step
1
Procedure
Press WEIGHT DEFROST. The display will show dEF 1.
indicators light.
Keypad
WEIGHT DEFROST
2
Enter food weight. Weight must be entered in ounces. Use chart to 56
convert pounds into ounces. The weight range is between 4-100oz.
Example: To defrost 31/2pounds, enter 56 ounces.
indicator lights.
3
Press START/+30SEC.
indicator turns off.
START/+30SEC.
will flash while defrosting.
Converting pounds into ounces:
LBS .25
OZ
.50
8
1.0
16
1.5
24
2.0
32
2.5
40
3.0
48
3.5
56
4.0
64
4.5
72
5.0
80
5.5
88
6.0
96
4
TIME DEFROST
TIME DEFROST allows you to defrost foods based on time.
Step
1
Procedure
Press TIME DEFROST. The display will show dEF 2.
indicators light.
Keypad
TIME DEFROST
2
3
Enter desired defrosting time. Enter 1-2 numbers for minutes and 2 4:25
numbers for seconds.
Example: To defrost for 4 minutes 25 seconds.
Press START/+30SEC.
will flash while defrosting.
START/+30SEC.
Note: • The maximum time that can be set is 99 minutes 99 seconds.
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DEFROSTING CHART
Item
During Defrosting
Standing Time
Beef
Ground beef
Liver
Turn over. Remove defrosted portion.
Drain Liquid. Separate pieces.
Turn over. Cover ends with foil.
Turn over.
5-10 minutes
10-15 minutes
20-40 minutes
5-10 minutes
10-20 minutes
5-10 minutes
5-10 minutes
Roasts
Sirloin steak
Rib or T-bone
Flank Steak
Stewing meat
Pork
Turn over.
Turn over.
Break apart.
Ground pork
Bacon
Turn over. Remove defrosted portion.
Defrost in original wrapper. Turn over.
Separate and turn over.
5-10 minutes
3-5 minutes
Chops
5-10 minutes
10-20 minutes
20-40 minutes
Ribs
Turn over.
Roasts
Turn over. Cover end with foil.
Lamb
Ground lamb
Chops
Turn over. Remove defrosted portion.
Separate. Turn over.
5-10 minutes
5-10 minutes
10-20 minutes
20-40 minutes
Ribs
Turn over.
Roasts
Turn over. Cover end with foil.
Poultry
Chicken, whole
Turn over. Cover ends with foil. Rinse under cold
water after defrosting.
15-30 minutes
Pieces
Separate. Turn over.
10 -15 minutes
15-30 minutes
Cornish hens
Turn over. Cover ends with foil. Rinse under cold
water after defrosting.
Fish and Seafood
Crabmeat, Shrimp
Fish fillets
Break apart.
5-10 minutes
5-10 minutes
Turn over. Rearrange. Rinse under cold water to
separate after defrosting.
Steaks
Turn over.
5 -10 minutes
5 -10 minutes
Scallops
Break apart. Remove defrosted seafood.
FAST STARTING
In waiting state, instant cooking at 100% power level can be started by selecting a
cooking time from 1 to 6 minutes by pressing number pads 1 to 6. Press “START/+30SEC”
to increase the cooking time.
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COOKING GUIDE
COOKING PRINCIPLES AND TECHNIQUES
Advantages of microwave cooking are speed
and efficiency. For warming, heating, and
defrosting, nothing compares. Here are a few
tips that will make microwaving easier and more
enjoyable.
foods near the outer edge of the dish when
reheating.
Covering:
Most foods will cook and reheat better when
covered. Pierce plastic wrap to vent steam.
Microwave Cooking Principles
Because microwave cooking requires only
one-quarter to one-third the time of conventional
cooking, cooking principles become even more
important.
Stirring:
Stirring foods help them cook more quickly
and evenly.
Turning Over:
Quantity
To promote more even cooking, turn large, solid
items such as roasts or baked potatoes over
halfway through the cooking time.
In microwave cooking, the cooking time is
dependent on the amount of food in the oven.
If you double the recipe, plan on doubling the
cooking time.
Shielding:
Use small, smooth strips of aluminum foil to
prevent corners, thin or bony areas
from overcooking.
Density
Dense foods, such as potatoes, need more
cooking time as they take longer for microwave
energy to penetrate and for the heat to be
conducted through them.
Standing Time:
Foods continue cooking even after removal from
the oven. Standing time is necessary to allow
foods to complete cooking/defrosting.
Shape and Size
Cut food into uniform shapes and sizes for
even cooking in the microwave. When cooking
irregular shapes (such as chicken pieces), place
the thicker parts to the outer edge of the dish.
Moisture, Sugar and Fat Food high in moisture,
sugar or fat cook faster. Add a minimum of liquid
to moisten foods.
Converting Recipes:
Microwave recipes will likely call for less liquid
and cooking time.
Microwave Thermometers:
A microwave-safe thermometer can be used to
achieve the best results. Insert the thermometer
carefully and properly into the food. The guide
below gives suggested thermometer readings
for meat and poultry. Keep in mind that standing
time is essential for most food to reach its proper
serving temperature.
An excess amount of water slows cooking.
Starting Temperature
Frozen or refrigerated foods take longer to
microwave than food at room temperature.
Delicate Ingredients
Delicate foods such as eggs, cheese,
mayonnaise, etc., cook very quickly, and should
be watched carefully.
Guide to Internal Temperatures
140°F (60°C)
150°F (66°C)
Rare beef
Vegetables, hot
drinks, soups,
casseroles
Microwave Cooking Techniques
Arranging:
Arrange food in a circular pattern, with denser,
thicker items at the edge of the dish.
160°F (71°C)
165°F (74°C)
Medium beef,
lamb, veal
Well-done beef,
lamb
Piercing:
Pierce the membrane of foods such as eggs,
oysters, snails, sausages, livers, clams and
whole vegetables, so they do not burst.
170°F (77°C)
185°F (85°C)
Whole fish
Well-done pork,
poultry pieces or
roasted bird
Reheating:
Cooked food reheats extremely well by using
a low level of microwave energy. Place denser
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MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
Check your problem by using the chart below and try the solutions for each problem. If the
microwave oven still does not work properly, contact the nearest authorized service center.
TROUBLE
POSSIBLE CAUSE
POSSIBLE REMEDY
Oven will not
start.
• Electrical cord for oven is not plugged in.
• Door is open.
• Wrong operation is set.
• Plug into the outlet.
• Close the door and try
again.
• Check instructions.
Arcing or
sparking.
• Materials to be avoided in microwave
oven were used.
• The oven is operated when empty.
• Spilled food remains in the cavity.
• Use microwave-safe
cookware only.
• Do not operate with oven
empty.
• Clean cavity with wet towel.
Unevenly
cooked foods.
• Materials to be avoided in microwave
oven were used.
• Use microwave-safe
cookware only.
• Food is not defrosted completely.
• Cooking time, power level is not suitable.
• Food is not turned or stirred.
• Completely defrost food.
• Use correct cooking time,
power level.
• Turn or stir food.
Overcooked
foods.
• Cooking time, power level is not suitable.
• Use correct cooking time,
power level.
Under cooked • Materials to be avoided in microwave
• Use microwave-safe
cookware only.
foods.
oven were used.
• Food is not defrosted completely.
• Oven ventilation ports are restricted.
• Cooking time, power level is not suitable.
• Completely defrost food.
• Check to see that oven
ventilation ports are not
restricted.
• Use correct cooking time,
power level.
Improper
defrosting.
• Materials to be avoided in microwave
oven were used.
• Use microwave-safe
cookware only.
• Cooking time, power level is not suitable.
• Food is not turned or stirred.
• Use correct cooking time,
power level.
• Turn or stir food.
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q. When the oven is plugged into a wall outlet for the first time, it does not work properly.
What is wrong?
A. The microcomputer used in the oven control may temporarily become scrambled and
fail to function as programmed. Unplug the oven from the wall outlet and then plug it back
in. The microcomputer will then reset for proper functioning.
Q. Why is there noise coming from the turntable when the oven is turned on?
A. This noise occurs when the turntable roller rest and cavity bottom are dirty. Clean the
turntable roller rest cavity bottom. Frequent cleaning of these parts should eliminate or
reduce the noise.
Q. Why is there noise coming from the oven when reducing power?
A. When cooking with a power other than maximum (PL 10), the oven cycles to obtain the
lower power level. The clicking noise can be heard when the oven cycles on and off. This
is normal.
Q. Why is there steam coming out of the air exhaust vent?
A. Steam is produced during cooking. The microwave oven has been made to
vent this steam.
Q. What is wrong when the oven light will not glow?
A. There may be several reasons why the oven light will not glow. The light bulb has burned
out or START/+30SEC. has not been pressed.
Q. Why do eggs sometimes pop?
A. The egg yolk may pop because of steam build-up inside the membrane. Pierce the
membrane with a toothpick before cooking it. Never microwave eggs in the shell since
they may explode.
Q. How are boil-overs avoided?
A. Use a larger utensil than usual for cooking. If you open the oven door or touch
STOP/CLEAR, the food will stop boiling.
CLEANING
Wipe the oven inside and outside with a soft
cloth and a mild detergent solution. Then
rinse and wipe dry. For best drying results,
use a cloth specially designed for
stainless steel surfaces. The cloth can
be found at most kitchen accessory and
hardware stores. This should be done on a
weekly basis, more often if needed. Never
use cleaning powders or rough pads.
Excessive oil splatters on the inside top will
be difficult to remove if left for many days.
Wipe splatters with a wet paper towel,
especially after cooking chicken or bacon.
•
•
The turntable may be cleaned at the
sink. Be careful not to chip or scratch the
edges as this may cause the turntable to
break during use.
The turntable roller rest should be
cleaned regularly.
SPECIAL CARE
For best performance and safety, the inner
door panel and the oven front frame should
be free of food or grease buildup. Wipe them
often with a mild detergent. Then rinse and
wipe dry. Never use cleaning powders or
rough pads. After cleaning the control panel,
press STOP/CLEAR to clear any entries that
might have been entered accidentally while
cleaning the panel.
REMOVABLE PARTS
The following parts may be removed as
described. They should be washed in warm
(not hot) water with a mild detergent and a
soft cloth. Once they are clean, rinse them
well and dry with a soft cloth. Never use
cleaning powders, steel wool or rough pads.
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WARRANTY
WARRANTY APPLICATION
You also are responsible for the cost of any
New, unused SANYO Microwave Oven
purchased in Canada through a SANYO
authorized dealer are warranted against
manufacturing defects in materials and
workmanship for ONE YEAR for parts and
MAINTENANCE necessary in respect
of the product.
WARRANTY BECOMES VOID
This Warranty becomes void if the product’s
labor from the date of purchase by the original serial numbers are altered or removed of if
retail purchaser. This Warranty only applies
in favor of the original retail purchaser of the
warranted product.
any repair to the product is made by other
than SANYO Canada Inc. or an authorized
SANYO Service Depot.
SANYO CANADA INC.’S RESPONSIBILITY
During the warranty period, SANYO Canada
Inc. will repair, or at our option, replace a
Microwave Oven which shows evidence of a
manufacturing defect in materials or work-
manship.
LIMITATIONS
(a) SANYO Canada Inc. reserves the
right to change or improve the design
of the model of the product warranted
hereunder without incurring any
obligation to make any modifications
to or to install any improvements in or
on the product.
Replacement PARTS are warranted for the
remaining portion of the warranty period.
(b) In the event shall SANYO Canada Inc.
or any of its Authorized Dealers be
liable for special or consequential
damage arising for the use
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
(a) Microwave Ovens purchased outside
Canada.
(b) Microwave Ovens purchased in a
used condition.
of this product.
(c) Problems due to product set-up and
installation.
(d) Adjustments that are outlined in the
Operating manual.
(e) Consumable or removable items such
as light bulbs, glass trays, turntable
rollers and metal grill rack.
(f) Damage in or due to transportation.
(g) Damage due to improper
maintenance, accident, abuse, misuse
or negligence.
STATUTORY WARRANTIES
The above provisions do not preclude the
operation of any applicable provincial statute
which in certain circumstances may not allow
some of the limitations and exclusions de-
scribed in this Warranty. Where any terms of
this Warranty are prohibited by such a statute,
they shall be deemed null and void but the re-
mainder of this warranty shall remain in effect.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
Please contact the SANYO Authorized Dealer
from whom the product was purchased or
contact us directly at:
(h) Damage caused by lightning and
power surge.
ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER’S
RESPONSIBILITY
SANYO Canada Inc.
1-300 Applewood Cres.
You, the original retail purchaser, must pres-
ent your original, dated bill-of-sale together
with this warranty to SANYO Canada Inc. or
to an authorized SANYO Canada Inc. or to an
authorized SANYO Service Depot when you
make a claim under this Warranty.
Concord, ON L4K 5C7
1-800-263-2244
(905) 760-9944
You, the original retail purchaser, are respon-
sible for any costs of TRANSPORTING the
product to and from SANYO Canada Inc. or
an authorized SANYO Service Depot.
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QUICK REFERENCE
CLOCK
MEMORY
1. Press CLOCK.
To set:
2. Press numbers to set time. When
entering hours 1-9, a zero must be
entered first.
1. Press MEMORY.
2. Follow steps 1 & 2 for TIME COOKING
for the first stage.
3. Press CLOCK.
3. Enter cooking time and power level for
second stage.
CHILD LOCK-OUT
To set:
4. Press MEMORY.
To start:
1. Press and hold STOP/CLEAR for
3 seconds.
1. Press MEMORY 1-5 times
2. Press START/+30SEC..
To cancel:
1. Press and hold STOP/CLEAR for
3 seconds.
DIRECT ACCESS
1. Press POPCORN, POTATO, PIZZA,
BEVERAGE, REHEAT, DINNER
PLATE, FRESH or FROZEN
VEGETABLE 1-4 times until desired
quantity or weight appears.
2. Press START/+30SEC..
3. You many add time by pressing
START/+30SEC. while cooking is in
progress.
KITCHEN TIMER
1. Press (KITCHEN) TIMER.
2. Enter desired time.
When entering 1-9 minutes, a zero must
be entered first.
3. Press START/+30SEC.
TIME COOKING
1. Enter a cooking time in minutes and
seconds.
WEIGHT DEFROST
1. Press WEIGHT DEFROST.
2. Enter food weight in ounces.
3. Press START/+30SEC..
2. Press POWER 1-10 times until desired
power level appears in display
(PL 1- PL 10). PL 10 is the maximum
power level and the default setting.
3. Press START/+30SEC.
TIME DEFROST
1. Press TIME DEFROST.
2. Enter desired defrosting time.
3. Press START/+30SEC.
+30 SEC.
1. To quickly start TIME COOKING,
press START/+30SEC. until
desired cooking time is reached.
2. You can add time to TIME COOKING,
DIRECT ACCESS and TIME DEFROST
programs by pressing START/+30SEC.
while cooking is in progress.
SANYO Canada Inc.
Concord, Ontario L4K 5C7
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