OPERATION MANUAL AND COOKBOOK MICROWAVE OVEN R-331Y(S) OM_Cover.
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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ® Thank you for buying a Sharp Microwave Oven. Please keep this operation manual handy, as it describes all the features of your oven and will enable you to cook many varieties of foods. The manual is divided into two sections: 1. OPERATION (P2~P15) This section describes your oven and teaches you how to use all the features. 2.
WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS : READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: a. Do not overcook food. b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in the oven. c. Do not heat oil or fat for deep frying. The temperature of the oil cannot be controlled. d. Look at the oven from time to time when food is heated in disposable containers made of plastic, paper or other combustible materials for signs of smoke or burning. e.
which may damage theoven or injure yourself. SPECIAL NOTES AND WARNING DO Eggs, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, sausages and oysters * Popcorn * * * Baby food * * General * * DON’T Puncture egg yolks and whites and oysters before cooking to prevent "explosion". Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash, hot dogs, sausages and oysters so that steam escapes. * Use specially bagged popcorn for the microwave oven. Listen while popping corn for the popping to slow to 1-2 seconds.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Remove all packing materials from the oven cavity, (do not remove the waveguide cover), and the feature sticker from the outside of the door, if there is one. Check the unit for any damage, such as a misaligned door, damaged door seals around the door or dents inside the oven cavity or on the door. If there is any damage, please do not operate the oven until it has been checked by a SERVICE CENTRE APPROVED BY SHARP and repaired, if necessary.
OPERATION OF TOUCH CONTROL PANEL The operation of the oven is controlled by pressing the appropriate pads arranged on the surface of the control panel. An entry signal tone should be heard each time you press the control panel to make a correct entry. In addition an audible signal will sound for approximately 2 seconds at the end of the cooking cycle, or 4 times when cooking procedure is required.
BEFORE OPERATING Getting Started Step Procedure 1 Plug the oven into a power point and switch on the power. Ensure the oven door is closed. Pad Order Display Flashing eights 2 Press the STOP/CLEAR pad so that the oven beeps. STOP CLEAR Only the dots will remain. Clock Setting * To enter the present time of day 11:34 (AM or PM). Step Procedure Pad Order Press the TIMER/CLOCK pad. Display TIMER CLOCK 1 The dots (:) will flash on and off.
MANUAL OPERATIONS Microwave Time Cooking This is a manual cooking feature, first enter the cooking time then the power level. There are five different power levels. You can programme up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.
Sequence Cooking Your oven can be programmed with up to 3 automatic cooking sequences, automatically switching from one variable power setting to the next. * Suppose you want to cook for 10 minutes on 50% followed by 3 minutes on 100%. Step Procedure Pad Order Display Enter desired cooking time. 1 START will flash on and off. 2 3 Select desired power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL pad (for 50% press three times). POWER LEVEL x3 For second sequence, enter desired time for cooking time.
Increasing Time During a Cooking Programme Microwave time can be added during a cooking programme using the INSTANT COOK/START pad. * Suppose you want to increase the cooking time by 2 minutes during 5 minutes on 50% power cooking. (at the moment the remaining cooking time is 1 min. 30 sec.) Step Procedure Pad Order Display Enter desired cooking time. 1 START will flash on and off. 2 Select power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL pad as required (for 50% press three times).
AUTOMATIC OPERATIONS Notes for Automatic Operations 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. When using the automatic features, carefully follow the instructions provided in each MENU GUIDE to achieve the best result. If the instructions are not followed carefully, the food may be overcooked or undercooked or may be displayed. Food weighing more or less than the quantity or weight listed in each MENU GUIDE, cook manually. Refer to manual cooking charts in RECIPES section.
Express Defrost 1. Fish Fillets 2. Chicken Fillets 3. Sausages/ Minced Meat EXPRESS DEFROST rapidly defrosts 0.5 kg of specific foods. Follow the instructions provided in the EXPRESS DEFROST MENU GUIDE on page t of the cooking guides. * Suppose you want to defrost 0.5 kg of Chicken Fillets. Step Procedure Pad Order 1 Press the EXPRESS DEFROST pad until the desired menu number is displayed (for Chicken Fillets press twice). EXPRESS DEFROST Press the INSTANT COOK/START pad.
Easy Defrost 1. Steak/Chops 2. Roast Meat 3. Poultry 4. Chicken Pieces EASY DEFROST will automatically compute the microwave power and defrosting time. Follow the instructions provided in the EASY DEFROST MENU GUIDE on page y of the cooking guides. * Suppose you want to defrost 1.0 kg of Chicken Pieces. Step 1 Procedure Pad Order Press the EASY DEFROST pad until the desired menu number is displayed (for Chicken Pieces press four times). EASY DEFROST Display x3 KG will flash on and off.
OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES Less/More Setting The cooking times programmed into the automatic menus are tailored to the most popular tastes. To adjust the cooking time to your individual preference use the "more" or "less" feature to either add (more) or reduce (less) cooking time.
Timer Use this feature as a general purpose timer. Examples include: timing boiled eggs cooked on the stove top. timing the recommended standing time of food. You can enter any time up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. If you want to cancel the timer during the count down phase simply press STOP/CLEAR and the display will return to showing the time of day. * Suppose you want to set the timer for 3 minutes to boil an egg on the stove top. Step Procedure Pad Order Display Enter desired time.
CARE AND CLEANING Disconnect the power supply cord before cleaning or leave the door open to inactivate the oven. CLEAN THE OVEN AT REGULAR INTERVALS - Keep the oven clean and remove any food deposits, or it could lead to deterioration of the surface. This could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly resultin a hazardous situation. Exterior: The outside may be cleaned with mild soap and warm water, wipe clean with a damp cloth. Avoid the use of harsh abrasive cleaners.
HINTS • Always place the stems of vegetables – e.g. cauliflower, broccoli – toward the outside of the dish. The stems are tougher than the flower, so this will ensure even cooking. • Ice-cream containers were made for freezing food and are not suitable for use in a microwave oven. • Remember: When melting chocolate in the microwave oven, it holds its shape until stirred. Heat for 2-2½ minutes per 100 g on MEDIUM. DO NOT COVER.
PULSES To soak: Place one cup of any variety of beans in a large dish, add 2 cups cold water and cover with a lid or plastic wrap. Place in microwave and cook for 5 minutes on HIGH. Then simmer for 30 minutes on MEDIUM LOW. They will then be ready to use. To cook: Rinse pulses. One cup of pulses to 4 cups of boiling water is required for a maximum of 45 minutes on HIGH. DRIED MUSHROOMS Place in a bowl with 2 cups of water and heat, slowly, 8-10 minutes on LOW.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS SPOON MEASURES 1 tablespoon = 1 teaspoon = ½ teaspoon = ¼ teaspoon = GENERAL INFORMATION DEFROSTING Thawing food, especially meats, using the microwave oven is not only faster than any other method but it can also give better results. 20 mL 5 mL 2.5 mL 1.25 mL Once frozen meat is thawed, it begins to lose its juices. With a microwave oven you can thaw meat just before you plan to cook it, thus preserving the quality.
REHEATING CONVENIENCE – FOOD CHART DEFROSTING CONVENIENCE FOOD WEIGHT COOKING TIME AND POWER LEVEL SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS STANDING TIME Beverage (room temp.) 250 mL per cup 1 cup 2 cups 1½ minutes on HIGH 3 minutes on HIGH Stir after heating. — Canned Food (room temp.) (e.g. Spaghetti, Baked Beans) 1 cup 2 cups 4-5½ minutes on MEDIUM 8-10 minutes on MEDIUM Place food in bowl. Cover with plastic wrap or lid. Stir halfway. Canned Soup (room temp.
FROZEN VEGETABLE CHART RICE AND PASTA COOKING CHART 1. Place vegetables in a dish. Cover with a lid. 2. Stir halfway through cooking. 3. Allow to stand 1-3 minutes before serving.
FRESH VEGETABLE CHART VEGETABLE AMOUNT MICROWAVE TIME AT HIGH (100%) COOKING PROCEDURE Asparagus 500 g 3-4 minutes Wash and place in a freezer bag. Allow to stand 3 minutes before serving.
MICROWAVE OVEN ROASTING CHART FOOD COOKING TIME AND POWER LEVEL INSTRUCTIONS STANDING TIME BEEF Rare Medium Well done 24-27 minutes/kg at MEDIUM 28-31 minutes/kg at MEDIUM 34-37 minutes/kg at MEDIUM Tie meat with string. Season with cracked pepper. Place fat-side down on a Rack. Turn over halfway through cooking. Stand covered with foil before carving. 10-15 minutes VEAL Well done 33-35 minutes/kg at MEDIUM Tie meat with string. Place on a rack. Brush with melted butter.
CHARTS DEFROSTING FROZEN FOODS DEFROSTING TIMES AND TECHNIQUES FOR SEAFOOD, BREAD AND PIES Procedure: 1. Remove wrapping from meat. 2. Place frozen meat on a defrost rack. Shield. 3. Defrost using MEDIUM LOW/DEFROST power level (30%). 4. Halfway through defrosting, remove any defrosted portions, e.g. steak, mince. Turn over and shield. Continue defrosting.
DESSERTS AUSTRALIAN FRUIT CAKE 1 kg mixed fruit 1 cup brown sugar 250 g butter, chopped 2 tablespoons brandy 4 eggs, lightly beaten 2 teaspoons parisienne essence BREAD AND BUTTER PUDDING Serves 4-6 4 slices multigrain bread, crusts removed butter 3 tablespoons caster sugar ¼ cup sultanas 1 cup plain flour, sifted 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon nutmeg 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 tablespoons brandy, extra 1. Spread bread with butter and cut into 2 cm cubes. 2. Place bread, sugar and sultanas in a 1.
POTATO, AVOCADO AND ONION SALAD 1 kg small new potatoes 1 large onion, sliced into rings 1 tablespoon caster sugar 1 tablespoon butter ½ cup mayonnaise HONEY GINGERED VEGETABLES Serves 6 150 mL sour cream black pepper 1 large avocado, cubed chives, for garnish 2 teaspoons grated ginger 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 teaspoons lemon juice 500 g butternut pumpkin, peeled and thinly sliced 1 cup frozen beans 2 zucchinis, sliced 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 1. Cut unpeeled potatoes in half.
VEGETABLES CAULIFLOWER AU GRATIN SCALLOPED POTATOES Serves 4-6 500 g cauliflower florets 30 g butter 2 tablespoons flour 1 cup milk 1 teaspoon mustard ½ cup grated cheese paprika 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 1. Place cauliflower in a flan dish. Cover and cook for 4-6 minutes on HIGH, until tender. Drain. 2. Melt butter in a microwave safe glass bowl for 30-40 seconds on HIGH. 3. Stir in flour. Cook for 1 minute on HIGH. 4. Gradually stir in milk and mustard.
SEAFOOD MARINARA 1 tablespoon oil 1 clove garlic, crushed 100 g angel hair pasta 6 cups hot tap water 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. CRAB MORNAY Serves 6-8 350 g fresh crabmeat or 2 x 170 g cans crab meat, drained 5 cloves garlic, crushed 60 g butter cup plain flour ½ teaspoon dry mustard 2 cups milk 300 g seafood marinara 3 fresh tomatoes, chopped 2 tablespoons cream 2 shallots, finely sliced Place oil and garlic in a large microwave safe bowl and cook for 20-30 seconds on HIGH.
SEAFOOD SEAFOOD LAKSA 1 tablespoon lemon grass, finely sliced 270 mL coconut cream 2 fish fillets or 300 g king prawns or both 1 tablespoon oil 1-2 tablespoons Laksa paste CHEESY SALMON CANNELLONI Serves 4-6 1. In a large bowl cook Laksa paste, oil, lemon grass, and garlic for 1 minute on HIGH stirring once during cooking. 2. Add fish sauce, fish stock and cook for 3 minutes on HIGH. 3. Add cubed fish and or deveined prawns and cook for 7 minutes on MEDIUM.
HONEY CHICKEN LEGS 250 mL soy sauce 4 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 clove garlic, crushed 1. 2. 3. 4. Combine soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, garlic, ginger and oil in a small bowl. Pour over chicken and marinate for 2-3 hours. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Arrange chicken legs on a roasting rack. Cook for 14-18 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH, turning over halfway through cooking. Allow to stand for 5 minutes.
POULTRY CHICKEN IN A POT 1.5 kg chicken thighs ¼ cup plain flour 2 rashers bacon, finely chopped 1 green capsicum, diced 1 onion, finely chopped 425 g can peeled tomatoes CHICKEN WITH BACON AND LEEK SEASONING Serves 4-6 No.15 chicken 60 g butter, melted 1 leek, finely chopped 1 rasher bacon, chopped 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 chicken stock cubes 1 tablespoon soy sauce salt and pepper 200 g mushrooms, sliced 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Combine butter, leek and bacon in a bowl. Cook for 1-2 minutes on HIGH.
ITALIAN SPAGHETTI SAUCE 500 g topside mince 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 410 g can whole tomatoes ½ cup tomato paste 1. 2. 3. 4. INDIAN CURRY LAMB 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 1 kg mince 1 large onion, finely chopped 825 g can peeled tomatoes salt and pepper 1-2 teaspoons chilli powder 1. Mix mince, onion and garlic together in a large bowl. Cook for 8-10 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH, stirring every 2 minutes. Drain well. Stir in canned tomatoes, tomato paste, mushrooms, parsley, salt, oregano and basil.
GOLDEN CURRY SAUSAGES 1 kg sausages 1 onion, finely sliced 2 tablespoons butter 3 teaspoons curry powder 1½ cups water 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 4 large potatoes (approx.1 kg) butter milk 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped salt and pepper 1 kg minced beef 1 onion, chopped 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Serves 6 1 kg rump steak, cut into strips ½ cup plain flour salt and pepper 1 onion, finely chopped 2 tablespoons tomato purée 1. 2. Pierce sausages with a fork twice. Arrange on a microwave safe rack.
RECIPES LASAGNE INDEX i o i o o o u i i a a a a s s s s s SEAFOOD CHEESY SALMON CANNELLONI CRAB MORNAY GARLIC MUSSELS GARLIC PRAWNS SEAFOOD LAKSA SEAFOOD MARINARA SESAME PRAWNS SMOKED SALMON TAGLIATELLE 30 g butter 1 onion, chopped 1 kg topside mince ¼ cup tomato paste 240 g jar neopolitana sauce 1 cup fresh button mushrooms, sliced 2 cloves garlic, crushed (optional) 1 tablespoon fresh oregano VEGETABLES POULTRY CHICKEN PENNE SALAD CHICKEN FILLET BURGERS CHICKEN IN A POT CHICKEN WITH BACON AND LEEK S
EXPRESS DEFROST MENU GUIDE No. Menu Steak Chops Quantity min-max (kg's) 0.1 - 3.0 Procedure • • • • • 1 Minced Meat Beef 0.1 - 3.0 • • • • 2 Roast Meat Beef/Pork Lamb 0.5 - 3.0 0.5 - 2.5 • • • • • Standing Time (minutes) Shield thin end of chops or steaks with foil. Position the food with thinner parts in the centre in a single layer on a defrost rack. If pieces are stuck together, try to separate as soon as possible. The oven will "beep" and stop, CHECK will flash on and off.
EXPRESS DEFROST MENU GUIDE No. Menu Fish Fillets Quantity (kg's) 0.5 Procedure • • 1 • • Chicken Fillets 0.5 2 • • Sausages / Minced Meat 3 NOTE: • • 0.5 • • • • Standing Time (minutes) Place fish fillets on a defrost rack. The oven will "beep" and stop, CHECK will flash on and off. Turn over and separate into pieces. Press start to continue defrosting. After defrost time, stand covered with aluminium foil. 5 Place chicken fillets on a defrost rack.
Menu Fresh Vegetables Carrots Beans Brussels Sprouts Broccoli Cauliflower Corn Green Peas Mixed Vegetables Quantity (Unit per pressing each INSTANT ACTION pad) Initial Temperature (approx.) 0.2–1.0 kg (0.2 kg) – 18°C Frozen hard vegetables Procedure • • medium vegetables • • Before cooking, separate vegetables eg. broccoli as much as possible.
INSTANT ACTION MENU GUIDE The final cooking result will vary according to the food condition (e,g. initial temperature, shape, quality). Check the food after cooking and if necessary continue cooking manually. Menu Quantity (Unit per pressing each INSTANT ACTION pad) Initial Temperature (approx.) 1 serve 1 serve, approx. 400 g +3°C Refrigerated Dinner Plate ( MEAT POTATO VEGETABLES 175-180g 125g 100g Beef, Lamb Chicken, T-Bone sliced 2 varieties eg.
COOKWARE AND UTENSIL GUIDE Utensil Use Advice GLASSWARE/CERAMIC (HEAT RESISTANT) YES GLASSWARE • Ordinary glass is not suitable for cooking but may be used for short periods for heating foods. CERAMIC • Most ovenproof china, and ceramics, are suited. • Avoid dishes that are decorated with gold or silver leaf. • Avoid using antique pottery. • If unsure, check with the manufacturer. METAL COOKWARE NO • • Metal cookware should be avoided when cooking in the microwave oven.
HELPFUL HINTS 1. THE ARRANGEMENT Arrange foods carefully. Place thickest areas toward outside of dish. 2. TURNING Foods such as poultry and joints of meat should be turned over after half the cooking time. 3. COVERING Cover foods in the microwave if you would normally cover the food in your ordinary oven, or to retain moisture. Cover foods such as Vegetables, Casse-roles, or when Reheating. Use to cover foods: 4.
COOKING GUIDES CONTENTS COOKING GUIDE HELPFUL HINTS 1 R-331Y(S) CB 1-28.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE FEATURE Instant Action QUICK OPERATION GUIDE To cook 2 Jacket Potatoes. JACKET POTATO x2 Express Defrost To defrost 0.5 kg of Chicken Fillets. Menu Number INSTANT COOK START EXPRESS DEFROST x2 Easy Defrost To defrost 1.0 kg of Chicken Pieces.
