MODEL KB-3300J Followed by indicating color: K = black, W = white, S = stainless steel CONTENTS .......................................................2 BEFORE OPERATING...................................... 10-11 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE ......................................3 COOKTOP USE ............................................ 12-13 PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO MICROWAVE DRAWER™ COOKING ..................... 14-20 EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY ............................
CONTENTS MANUAL DEFROST .........................................................19 REHEAT ..............................................................................19 MICRO WARM ...................................................................19 TIMER .................................................................................19 MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING.................................20 HELP ...................................................................................20 MINUTE PLUS .....
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE To aid in reporting this electric range, please record below the model number and serial number located on the unit. We also suggest you record all the information listed and retain for future reference.
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s) set forth below.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTION BEFORE USING IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE AND WARNING ignited if brought in contact with hot surface units or heating elements and may cause severe burns. 6 Do not repair or replace any part of appliance unless specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RADIANT SURFACE UNITS 16 Avoid scratching the glass cooktop. The cooktop can be scratched with items such as sharp instruments, rings or other jewelry and rivets on clothing. 1 Use proper pan size — this appliance has different size surface units. Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 14 Be sure that fingers or other objects or materials are OVEN not around the Microwave Drawer opening when the Microwave Drawer is closed. 1 Use care when opening door—let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food. 15 Do not put fingers or clothes around the drawer guides 2 Do not heat unopened food containers. Build-up of when the Microwave Drawer is opened or closed. They could be caught in the guides when the Microwave Drawer is closed.
PARTS NAME ELECTRIC RANGE WITH MICROWAVE DRAWER 8 9 1 10 2 3 11 12 4 13 5 14 6 15 7 1 Hot surface indicator 13 Microwave Drawer™ 2 Control panel 14 Rack supports 3 Cooktop-on indicator 15 Oven door 4 Waveguide cover DO NOT REMOVE 16 Top heating element 5 Microwave Drawer guides 17 Oven door lock 6 Oven 18 Oven light 7 Gasket 19 Bottom heating element 8 Adjustable backsplash 20 Broiler pan grid 9 Glass ceramic cooktop 21 Broiler pan 10 Control knobs 22 Standard rack 11 Drawer l
PARTS NAME 16 17 18 6 22 19 29 21 23 ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT BACKSPLASH The range backsplash is adjustable so that you can customize it for your particular kitchen situation. The height can be adjusted from the low position (6 inches high) to the highest position (12 inches high) in one inch increments. See Installation Instructions for directions (packed separately). The height of the backsplash should be adjusted before the unit is moved into place.
PARTS NAME GLASS CERAMIC COOKTOP HOT SURFACE INDICATOR LIGHTS CONTROL KNOBS CONTROL KNOBS CONTROL PANEL OFF LO OFF HI LO OFF HI LO OFF SMALL HI LARGE HI HI MED Cooktop MED 13 MED Cooktop MED MED 13 13 OVEN KEYSHEET LO LO 13 MICROWAVE 11 20 24 22 22 22 22 22 24 24 11 24 20, 24, 25 16, 20 11, 19 19 17 18 17 Numbers next to the keysheet illustration indicate pages on which there are feature descriptions and usage information.
BEFORE OPERATING OVEN MICROWAVE TIMERS Before operating your new range make sure you read and understand this operation manual completely. Your Insight Range features two separate independent Kitchen Timers. • Before the range can be used, follow these steps: 1 Plug in the range. Close the doors. The Microwave Drawer display will show ENJOY RANGE TOUCH CLEAR AND CLOCK . TOUCH 2 Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad. : The timer on the Oven side (left) of the control panel is labeled Timer/3 Min Plus.
COOKTOP USE INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT COOKING UTENSILS ABOUT THE COOKTOP For best results and energy conservation, choose cooking utensils as below. • Glass ceramic cooktop - Make sure the surface and the pan bottom are clean before turning on. Do not use the cooktop if the glass is broken or if metal melts on it. • Bottom of pan - Pans should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface unit. Check for flatness by using a straight edge.
COOKTOP USE COOKTOP COOKTOP-ON INDICATOR LIGHT COOKTOP-ON INDICATOR LIGHT CONTROL PANEL OFF LO OFF OFF HI LO LO HI OFF SMALL HI LARGE HI HI MED Cooktop Cooktop MED MED MED MED RADIANT SURFACE UNITS LO LO about 150˚F. Be sure the knob is turned to OFF when you finish cooking. Surface units are turned on and adjusted using the knob control. The glass ceramic cooktop retains heat after the radiant surface units have been turned to OFF.
MICROWAVE DRAWER COOKING • Check for doneness. Look for signs indicating that cooking temperatures have been reached. Doneness signs include: - Food steams throughout, not just at edge. - Center bottom of dish is very hot to the touch. - Poultry thigh joints move easily. - Meat and poultry show no pinkness. - Fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW ALWAYS have food in the Microwave Drawer when it is on to absorb the microwave energy.
MICROWAVE DRAWER COOKING need tenderizing. DO NOT use metal twist ties. Remember to slit bag so steam can escape. How to use aluminum foil in your Microwave Drawer: • Small flat pieces of aluminum foil placed smoothly on the food can be used to shield areas that are either defrosting or cooking too quickly. • Foil should not come closer than one inch to any surface of the Microwave Drawer. Should you have questions about utensils or coverings, check a good microwave cookbook or follow recipe suggestions.
MICROWAVE DRAWER COOKING TIME COOKING SENSOR SETTINGS Your Microwave Drawer can be programmed for 99 minutes 99 seconds (99.99). Always enter the seconds after the minutes, even if they are both zeros. Sharp's Sensor is a semi-conductor device that detects the vapor (moisture and humidity) emitted from the food as it heats. The sensor adjusts the cooking times and power level for various foods and quantities. • Suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at 100%. 1 Enter cooking time 5 0 0.
MICROWAVE DRAWER COOKING Be careful when removing any covering to allow steam to escape away from you. COVERING FOODS: Some foods work best when covered. Use the cover recommended in the charts for these foods. You may refer to the hints by touching the Custom Help pad. See page 20. SENSOR POPCORN / SENSOR REHEAT You can pop popcorn and reheat many foods and donʼt need to calculate cooking time or power level. 1 Casserole lid.
MICROWAVE DRAWER COOKING SENSOR COOK CHART (CONT.) FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE 3 Frozen vegetables .25 - 1.25 lb. Add no water. Cover with lid or plastic wrap. After cooking, stir and let stand, covered, for 3 minutes. 4 Frozen entrees 6 - 17 oz.. Use this pad for frozen convenience foods. It will give satisfactory results for most brands. You may wish to try several and choose your favorite. Remove package from outer wrapping and follow package directions for covering.
MICROWAVE DRAWER COOKING MANUAL DEFROST REHEAT If the food that you wish to defrost is not listed on the DEFROST CHART or is above or below the limits in the AMOUNT column on the DEFROST CHART on the previous page, you need to defrost manually. Reheat automatically computes the correct warming time and microwave power level for foods shown in the chart below. You can defrost any frozen food, either raw or previously cooked, by using Power Level at 30%.
MICROWAVE DRAWER COOKING MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING MORE OR LESS TIME ADJUSTMENT Your Microwave Drawer can be programmed for up to 4 automatic cooking sequences, switching from one power level setting to another automatically. Should you discover that you like any of the Sensor, Reheat or Defrost settings slightly more done, touch the Power Level pad once after touching your selection. The display will show MORE . For slightly less done, touch the Power Level pad twice after touching your selection.
OVEN COOKING INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW • Be sure all packing material is removed from oven before turning on. Oven Vent • Oven vent location - The oven vent is located at the right side of the front panel between the Microwave Drawer and oven. This area could become hot during oven use. It is normal for steam to come out of the vent. The vent is important for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results. Never block this vent. • Do not use oven for storing food or cookware.
OVEN COOKING 2 Touch the number pads to set the desired oven temperature. 375˚ HOW TO SET OVEN TEMPERATURE SET TEMP 1 Touch Bake pad. 000˚ SET 3 Touch Timed Cook pad. TEMP 5 Touch START pad. START 3 Touch START pad. Cooking time begins counting down. When the oven preheats to the programmed temperature, a signal will sound. When cooking time is completed, a signal will sound and END will appear in the display. Oven will turn off.
OVEN COOKING Use the following table for approximate broiling times. Increase or decrease broiling times, or move the broiling pan to a different rack position to suit for doneness. High broil is used for most broiling. Use Medium or Low broil to cook foods such as thick cuts of meat thoroughly without excessive browning. Broil will automatically turn off after 5 hours if it was accidentally left on. This feature can be cancelled. See 12 HOUR SHUT OFF on page 25. TO BROIL 1 Touch Broil pad.
OVEN COOKING BROILING GUIDE CONT. FISH Fillets 1/4 - 3/4” Well Done High 3 10 - 12 No turnover Steaks 3/4” Well Done High 3 12 - 14 No turnover High 4 2-3 TOAST - No preheat Note: The broiling times will be longer and browning will be lighter if appliance is connected to 208 volts. HOW TO START SELF-CLEAN Remember to allow time for the oven to cool down and the oven door to unlock (approx. 1 hour) if you are planning to use the oven after a self-clean cycle.
OTHER FEATURES CONTROL LOCK AUTO START for Microwave Drawer - see page 20. The Control Lock prevents unwanted oven / drawer operation such as by small children. The oven and Microwave Drawer can be set so that the control panel is deactivated or locked. ADJUSTING OVEN TEMPERATURE Touch Control Lock pad and hold for 3 seconds. The display shows LOCK ON . Your new oven may cook differently than your previous oven. For the first few weeks, use suggested package times and temperatures.
OTHER FEATURES LOCK LOWER OVEN TO UNLOCK OVEN DOOR Door of lower oven can be locked for safety. 1 Touch Setup/Custom Help pad eight times. The display shows UNLOCK LOWER OVEN ? TOUCH START . TO LOCK OVEN DOOR 1 Touch Setup/Custom Help pad eight times. LOWER OVEN ? TOUCH START . LOCK 2 Touch START pad. The display shows LOCKED . OVEN LOWER 2 Touch START pad. The display shows UNLOCKED .
CLEANING AND CARE Note: ODOR REMOVAL • Do not use a dull or nicked blade. Be sure to use a new, sharp razor scraper. Occasionally, a cooking odor may remain in the Microwave Drawer. To remove, combine 1 cup water, grated peel and juice of one lemon and several whole cloves in a 2-cup glass measuring cup. Boil for several minutes using 100% power. Allow to set in the Microwave Drawer until cool. Wipe interior with a soft cloth.
CLEANING AND CARE OVEN LIGHT REPLACEMENT CAUTION Be sure the oven is unplugged and all parts are COOL before replacing the oven lightbulb. Do not turn the oven light on during the self-cleaning cycle. The high temperature will reduce lamp life. The interior oven light will turn on automatically when the oven door is opened. The oven light may be turned on when the door is closed by using the oven light switch located on the control panel. Lock engaged for door removal.
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE Please check the following before calling for service. It may save you time and expense. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 1 Part or all of range does not operate. • Power cord of range is not completely • Make sure the power cord is tightly connected to the electrical outlet. connected to the outlet. • Power outage. • Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company for service. • Fuse/circuit breaker at home doesnʼt work.
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE PROBLEM 15 Poor baking results. POSSIBLE CAUSE • Oven controls improperly set. • Rack position is incorrect. • Incorrect cookware is used. • Pan warped. • Oven thermostat needs adjustment. • Range not level. • Oven door opened too frequently. SOLUTION • Check if the controls have been properly set. See page 22. • See page 21. • Use cookware suggested in recipe. • Do not use pans that are dented or warped. • See Installation Instructions.
