SUPER STEAM OVEN OPERATION MANUAL MODEL AX-1200 followed by letter indicating color S= Stainless K= Bin"'" CONTENTS For Customer Assistance........... Inside Front Cover Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy.... Inside Front Cover Limited Warranty.................................................. 1 Product Information Card.................................... 1 Important Safety Instructions.............................. 2 Unpacking and Installation Instructions...
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LIMITED WARRANTY SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the Product), when shipped In Its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s) set forth below.
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. 2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” on inside front cover. 16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: a. Do not overcook food.
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTKUCTIONS Unpacking and Examining Your Oven Remove: 1. all packing materials from inside the oven cavity. Read enclosures and SAVE the Operation Manual. 2. the feature sticker from the outside of the door, if there is one. Checkthe oven for any damage, such as misaligned or bent door, damaged door seals and sealing surfaces. Door Seals and broken or loose door hinges and latches and dents Sealing Surfaces inside the cavity oron the door.
GROUNDING INGTRUCTIONG This appliance must be grounded. This oven isequipped with acord having agrounding wire with agrounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
INFORMATION YOO NEEO TO H. ABOUT YOUR OWEN This Operation Manual is valuable: read it carefully and always save it for reference. The Sharp SuperSteam Oven Cookbook is a valuable asset. Check it frequently for cooking principles, techniques, hints and recipes. Be aware that, unlike microwave-only ovens. Super Steam Ovens have a tendency to become hot during cooking with SuperSteam Convection, Convection or Steam. The oven is for food preparation only. It should not be used to dry clothes or newspapers.
Li 1 Lyjl ly _Ш _Ш iJi JJi J ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS The chart below will help you decide what utensils and coverings should be used in each mode. Cooking Utensils'^^-~-jy[ode Coverings Aluminium Foil, Foil Containers SuperSteam Convection / Convection Steam YES YES Microwave YES Small flat pieces ofaluminum foil placed smoothly on food can be used to shield areas from cooking or defrosting too quickly. Keep foil at least 1 inch (2.54 cm) from walls of oven.
Li 1 Lyjl L»J _L"J _™JJ iJi JJi J DISH CHECK. If you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving, placetheemptydish in the oven and microwave on 100% power for 30 seconds. If the dish becomes very hot, do NOT use it for microwaving. ACCESSORIES There are many microwave or heat-resistant accessories available for purchase. Evaluate carefully before you purchase so that they meet your needs.
Li 1 Lyjl L“J _L"J _™JJ iJi JJi J______ FOR SUPER STEAM CONVECTION AND STEAM COOKING Food Characteristics Density Food density will affect the amount of cooking time. Cut the food into thinner parts, if possible, and arrange in single layer. Quantity The cooking time must be increased as the amount increases. Size Small foods and small pieces cook faster than large ones, as heat can penetrate from all sides to the center. For even cooking make all the pieces the same size.
|_i j 1 yyy X HI j j i j j jj j j ABOUT FOOD WHEN USING THE MiCROWAWE MODE f DON’T '' DO Eggs, sausages, nuts, seeds, fruits & vegetables * Puncture egg yolks before cooking to prevent “explosion”. * Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash, hot dogs and sausages so that steam escapes. * Cook eggs in shells. * Reheat whole eggs. * Dry nuts or seeds in shells. Popcorn * Use specially bagged popcorn for the microwave oven.
Li 1 Lyjl L“J _L"J _™JJ iJi JJi J After use, condensed water may be inside oven cavity, especially on the oven floor. Dry any liquid residue with a sponge and wipe out to keep the oven clean. Do not place anything on the outer cabinet during operation. Do not move the oven during the operation. If the oven needs to be moved, always drain all water inside the oven using the DRAIN WATER function (See page 15). After draining, empty the drip tray.
PART NAMES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Air vent opening Handle LCD display Control panel Oven light Upper level Lower level Reservoir lid (See page 13.) Reservoir (See page 13.) Door gasket Latches Ceramic oven floor Door hinges Steam outlets Drip tray lid (See page 13.) Drip tray (See page 13.) ACCESSORIES 17 High rack For SuperSteam Convection, Convection and Steam. Do not use when microwave cooking. Always place on baking tray. 18 Low rack For SuperSteam Convection, Convection and Steam.
CONTROL PANEL 16, 35 Number next to the control panel illustration indicates pages on which there are feature descriptions and usage information. DISPLAY INFORMATION 0 i> Arrows indicate more than one page; when you see an arrow, you can turn the dial to move back and forth between pages. When there are no arrows, you can go back to the previous page by touching Back/Info. The illustration at the top of display indicates the selected cooking mode. SuperSteam Convection was selected.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY BEFORE COOKING IN SUPER STEAM CONWECTiON & STEAM RESERVOIR NOTES: 1. Do not use distilled water or any other liquid. 2. An insufficient amount of water in the reservoir may cause an undesired result. 3. We recommend that you empty the reservoir every time after cooking. Do not leave the reservoir filled with water in the oven over a day. 4.
SUPER STEAM CONWECTiON & STEAM IN AUTOMATIC AND MANUAL COOKING Before cooking 1. Make sure the reservoir is filled with fresh cold tap water and is installed. (See page 13.) 2. Make sure the empty drip tray is installed. (See page 13.) 3. Place food in the oven unless preheating is needed. (Refer to each chart to check if preheating is required in automatic operations.) After Cooking 1. After the oven has cooled, remove and empty the reservoir, wipe oven cavity.
L J1 lUJ 1L i ILTJl ill lis_ DRAIN WATER FUNCTION 2 Place baking tray on upper level. Place descaling guide on the right side edge of baking tray as shown in Figure 1. Push down the right side edge of descaling guide to insert the projection between the wall and the baking tray as shown in Figure 2. Check that the edge of the descaling guide is below all steam outlets/screw heads as shown in Figure 3. 4 Do not place any food in the oven. Press START to begin descaling.
IBEFORE OPERATIHG • • 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Cl[y IHOVEHírOIIErimOSí Before operating your SuperSteam oven, make sure you read and understand this operation manual completely. Before the oven can be used, follow these procedures: Place the drip tray correctly. See page 13. Close the door. Plug in the oven. Check that the display lights. See below for how to set the clock. Read pages 5 -10 for important information necessary for correct operation.
AUTOMATIC COOKING Automatic Operation is available with SuperSteam Convection, Steam and Microwave. Referto each function for the details. SUPER STEAM CONVECTION SuperSteam Convection has 8 options: Balanced Meals, Poultry, Meats, Fish, Grilled Vegetables, Potatoes, Frozen Pizza and Convenience Foods. Refer to the SuperSteam Convection Chart for details on page 20. POULTRY • MEATS • FISH • GRILLED VEGETABLES • POTATOES • FROZEN PIZZA • CONVENIENCE FOODS * Suppose you want to cook 3.
LaJJ iMAJi C_ il LU M 8. The amount of water in the reservoir is sufficient for one cooking operation. Water does not need to be added during cooking. 9. During and after cooking, condensed water may be on the door, oven walls and oven floor. Dry any liquid residue with a soft cloth. 10. After cooking, the display may show "Now cooling". The oven will automatically cool and you will hear the sound of the cooling fan.
Ly i 1 “ LU L i i LU1 i Fajita Balanced Meal 1 1 1 V2 tablespoon fajita seasoning mix Press SuperSteam Convection and then program the oven for tablespoon salad oil AUTO, BALANCED MEALS, COMPLETE DINNERS, FAJITAS tablespoon water and press START to begin preheating. pound mixture of raw, peeled and deveined shrimp, Mix fajita seasoning mix, oil and water together. Add to mixture chicken breast strips and beef strips of shrimp, chicken strips, beef strips, red and green pepper strips.
LaJJiM AJl_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ SUPER STEAM CONVECTION CHART FOOD AMOOlilT Whole chicken* Chicken pieces - bone-in* 2 .5 - 7.5 lb. 0 .5 - 3.5 lb. Chicken breasts - boneless* 0 .3 - 2 lb. Turkey breast - bone-in* 3-8 lb. Low rack in baking tray High rack in baking tray Add 2/4 cup water to the baking tray. Remove as much fat as possible before broiling. High rack in baking tray Spray both sides of the breasts with nonstick cooking spray or brush with olive oil.
LaJ J ÌM AJI ^ i i yj M STEAM NOTES: 1. Enter the weight or amount of the food only. Do not include the weight of the container. 2. For foods weighing more or less than weights given in the cooking charts, cook manually. 3. When the desired option is selected, you do not have to turn the Dial to select it. Just press Enter. 4. The programmed cooking times are average times. To extend cooking times preprogrammed in the automatic cooking, see EXTENDING CQQKING TIME AT THE END QF CQQKING on page 33. 5.
LaJ J ÌM AJI J i yj li MICROWAVE Covering Foods: Some foods work best when covered. Use the cover recommended in the Sensor Cook Chart for these foods. 1. Casserole lid. 2. Plastic wrap: Use plastic wrap recommended for microwave cooking. Cover dish loosely; allow approximately V2-inch to remain uncovered to allow steam to escape. Plastic wrap should not touch food. 3. Wax paper: Cover dish completely; fold excess wrap under dish to secure.
LaJ J ÍM AJI ^ i i yj M SENSOR COOK * Suppose you want to cook 2 baked potatoes with Standard time. PROCEDURE *1 Press Microwave, turn the Dial to select AUTO and press Enter. 3 Turn the Dial to select BAKED POTATOES and press Enter. 4 Make sure STANDARD is selected and press Enter. 5 Press START. Microwave Enter 2 Turn the Dial to select SENSOR COOK and press Enter. START Enter SENSOR COOK CHART AMOUNT Baked Potatoes 1-6 med. PROCEDURE Pierce. Place on paper towel on oven floor.
LaJ J ÌM AJI ^ i i yj M REHEAT Reheat allows you to heat many of your favorite foods. * Suppose you want to reheat 6 muffins with Standard time. PROCEDURE >1 Press Microwave, turn Microwave the Dial to select AUTO and press Enter. 2 3 4 Turn the Dial to select REHEAT and press Enter. NOTES: 1. Any Reheat selection can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment. See page 33. 2. Enter the amount of the food only. 3.
LaJJ iM AJl ^ i 1 yj M DEFROST Defrost automatically defrosts all the foods shown in the Defrost Chart. * Suppose you want to defrost a 2.0 pound steak with Standard time. 0 Press START. The oven will stop and directions will be displayed. Follow the Indicated message. Press START. PROCEDURE >1 Press Microwave, turn Microwave the Dial to select AUTO and press Enter. After cooking, EXTEND will appear. If you wish to extend defrosting time, turn the Dial to add time and press START.
MANUAL COOKING Manual Cooking is an option in Steam, SuperSteam Convection, Convection and Microwave. Refer to the Manual Cooking Chart. The chart gives information on each setting.
L«LAjJiLliyiM SUPER STEAM CONVECTION Manual SuperSteam Convection has 3 functions: SuperSteam Roast, SuperSteam Broil and SuperSteam Convenience Foods, and each function has 2 options. With Preheat or Without Preheat. Use SuperSteam Convection for cooking foods that need to retain moisture and have a crisp brown exterior. SUPER STEAM ROAST SUPER STEAM BROIL Use SuperSteam Roast for roasting meat or poultry with superheated steam. See SuperSteam Convection Roast Chart in the cookbook.
L«LAjJiLliyiM NOTES: 1. If the oven door is not opened after preheating, the oven will hold the preheat temperature for 30 minutes and then time of day or home page will be displayed. 2. To program only preheat, press START after entering the desired preheat temperature. For Broil, press START after selecting WITH PREHEAT. Preheat will start. When the oven reaches the programmed temperature, follow the message in the display. 3.
Liaj j i L11 yj i i CONVECTION Manual Convection has 2 functions, Bake or Roast and Broil, and each function has 2 options. With Preheat or Without Preheat. Use Convection as you would use as a conventional oven. There is no need to change traditional cooking times. This mode does not use steam. Convection can be programmed for up to 2 hours 30 minutes. Oven temperature for Bake or Roast can be set between 200°F and 450°F in 25°F increments.
L«LAjJiLliyiM STEAM STEAM has 4 functions: Steam Cook, Steam Reheat, Steam Keep Warm and Proof. STEAM REHEAT Use Steam Reheat to reheat gently without drying. Steam Reheat can be programmed up to 35 minutes. * Suppose you want to reheat rice for 20 minutes. STEAM COOK Use Steam Cook to steam foods such as fish, chicken or vegetables. Steam cooks food gently without destroying shape, color or aroma. The Steam mode can be programmed up to 35 minutes. * Suppose you want to Steam Cook for 20 minutes.
L«LAjJiLliyiM STEAM KEEP WARM PROOF Use Steam Keep Warm to keep food warm without drying. Steam Keep Warm can be programmed for up to 2 hours 30 minutes. * Suppose you want to keep food warm for 20 minutes. Use Proof to aid dough rising when making regular or sweet yeast breads. Proof can be programmed for up to 2 hours 30 minutes. * Suppose you want to proof bread doughfor 20 minutes. PROCEDURE PROCEDURE Press Steam, turn the Dial to select MANUAL and press Enter.
L«LAjJiLliyiM MICROWAVE 2 Manual Microwave has 2 functions: microwave cooking and keep warm. NOTES: 1. After cooking, the display may show "Now cooling". The oven will automatically cool and you will hearthe sound of the cooling fan. The fan may continue to operate up to 13 minutes depending on the oven and parts temperature. 2. Do not use the baking tray and metal racks. 3 Turn the Dial to enter defrosting time 5 minutes and press Enter. Enter Turn the Dial to select power level 30%.
OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT AUTOMATIC COOKING TIME ADJUSTMENT IMORE OR LESS TIME ADJUSTMENT! To change the oven temperature during cooking in Manual Operations with SuperSteam Convection Roast, SuperSteam Convection Convenience Foods and Convection Bake or Roast, simply turn the Dial to increase or decrease in 25°F increments and then press Enter. You can adjust cooking results as you like.
L«LAjJiLliyiM MICROWAVE 2 Manual Microwave has 2 functions: microwave cooking and keep warm. NOTES: 1. After cooking, the display may show "Now cooling". The oven will automatically cool and you will hearthe sound of the cooling fan. The fan may continue to operate up to 13 minutes depending on the oven and parts temperature. 2. Do not use the baking tray and metal racks. 3 Turn the Dial to enter defrosting time 5 minutes and press Enter. Enter Turn the Dial to select power level 30%.
Loj i ìli lnjj 1 Ly I Ji luì 1L ■ NFO Back/Info provides 9 features and instructions for special functions. step-by-step MAINTENANCE SETTINGS DRAIN WATER DESCALE STEAM CLEAN CLOCK CONTRAST SOUND ON/OFF DEMO MODE CHILD LOCK SLEEP MODE DEMONSTRATION MODE Cooking operations and special features can be demonstrated with no power in the oven. PROCEDURE •| Press Back/Info, turn the Dial to select DEMO MODE and press Enter. 2 Turn the Dial to select DEMO ON and press Enter.
CLEANING AND CARE CLEAN THE OVEN REGULARLY. Spatters and residue remaining from prolonged use, especially at high temperatures, are hard to clean and may interfere with good oven operation as well as decrease the useful life of the oven. Oven Cleaning - Interior STEAM CLEAN The Steam Clean function helps to loosen any grease, oil or food residue. The steam will make the oven easy to clean; however, it is not a self-cleaning function. It will take approximately 20 minutes for the cleaning cycle.
Lcji pj 1 i Ji 1 Ji i L Door Gasket Reservoir and Reservoir Lid The door gasket is essential for a good seal. Always keep the gasket clean to prevent any damage. If water condenses inside the door gasket, wipe dry with a soft cloth. Polish with another soft cloth. Do not use a chemical or abrasive cleaner on these surfaces. Care should be taken not to rub, damage, pull or move the gasket. Before cooking, always check that door gasket Is lying smooth and flat. If not, steam will leak from the door.
TROUBLESHOOTIIIIG CHAR If EE is displayed or you think the oven is not working properly, check the chart below before consulting a Sharp Authorized Servicer. This will help to prevent unnecessary service calls. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ERROR MESSAGE / INFORMATION MESSAGE MESSAGE ON DISPLAY ACTION ERROR MESSAGE EE Due to technical error, call service for your nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer. SENSOR ERROR Finish cooking by time. Press Clear.
LtJJiB LJiy 0JLNJ yji 1_________ The following situations are normal and are not signs that the oven is malfunctioning. QUESTION / SITUATION Control panel / power supply ANSWER The display is black / blank. * Check that power plug is connected to a suitable wall outlet. See page 4. * Check that fuse or circuit breaker is functioning properly. It not, correct. * Disconnect the oven from the power source, wait one minute and then plug into the wall outlet.
LtJJiB LJiy 0JLNJ yji 1_________ The following situations are normal and are not signs that the oven is malfunctioning. QUESTION / SITUATION Steam ANSWER Water is found inside the oven Steam has condensed inside the oven. Wipe dry with a when the door is opened. sponge. Steam comes out of the air It is normal for used steam to come from the air ventilation ventilation openings at the top opening on the top of the oven. of the oven. Condensed water can be seen This operation is normal. in the oven cavity.
SERVICE CALL CHECK Please check the following before calling for service: 1. Place one cup of water In a glass measuring cup in the oven and close the door securely. Operate the oven for two minutes on Microwave, HIGH 100% power. A. Does the oven light come on? YES____________ NO B. Does the cooling fan work? YES____________ NO (Put your hand over the air vent opening at the top.) C. Is the water in the oven hot? YES NO 2. Remove water from the oven and operate the oven for 5 minutes on Manual Convection A.
