Sanyo Electric Co M414 Micorwave Oven User Manual Range eps

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Operation Manual

2PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to the:(1) DOOR (bent)(2) HINGES AND LATCHES (broken or loosened)(3) DOOR SEALS AND SEALING SURFACES(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.Please record your product’s informationWhen you call to request service, you need to know your complete Model number and Serial number. Please fill in the information below. Please also record purchase date, price and where purchased. Model Number: (Located on the inner left side of the control panel)Serial Number: (Located on the inner left side of the control panel)Date of Purchase:Purchase Price:Where Purchased:p410sfc-Front.fm Page 2 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 10:25 AM
3TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY■Proper and Safe Use of Your Oven. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4■Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5■Electrical Grounding Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6■Utensils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6SETTING UP YOUR OVEN■Names of Oven Parts and Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8■Turntable Installation . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8■Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 OPERATION■Control Panel and Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10■Setting Clock . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12■Child Lock-Out . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12■Kitchen Timer . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13■Time Cooking . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13■Direct Access Cooking . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15■Automatic Defrost By Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16■Add 30 Seconds . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17■Quick-On Cooking. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18■Custom Programs. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19COOKING GUIDE■Cooking Principles and Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20■Direct Access Cooking . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21■Appetizers and Snacks . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23■Rice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23■Vegetables. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24■Meats, Poultry and Fish . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25■Eggs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27■Baked Goods and Desserts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28MAINTENANCE■Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29■Questions and Answers. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30■Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30■Specifications . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31■Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32SAFETY SET UP OPERATION COOKING GUIDE MAINTENANCEp842t-Front.fm Page 3 Monday, January 21, 2002 3:57 PM
4SAFETYPROPER AND SAFE USE OF YOUR OVEN• The oven must be level.• 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.• Incorrect use of browning dish may cause the turntable to break. See page 7.• Use only the specified bag size when using Direct Access Popcorn.• 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 heat baby bottles or baby food in the microwave oven. Uneven heating may occur and could cause physical injury.• Do not heat narrow-necked containers, such as syrup bottles.• Do not attempt to deep-fry in your microwave oven. • 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. • Do not use this microwave oven for commercial purposes. This microwave oven is made for household use only.• To prevent delayed eruptive boiling of hot liquids and beverages or scalding, 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.p410sfc-safety.fm Page 4 Tuesday, February 16, 1999 2:00 PM
5SAFETYIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWhen 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 page 2.3. As with most cooking appliances, close supervision is necessary to reduce the risk of a fire in the oven cavity.If a fire should start:• Keep the oven door closed• Turn the oven off, and• Disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.Keep in mind the following rules at all times:a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the appliance if paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.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.c. Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or plastic containers/bags before placing them in the oven.4. This oven must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” on page 6.5. 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.7. Use this appliance only for its intended uses 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. 8. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children. 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.10. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service technicians. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.11. Do not cover or block any vents on the oven. 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, and the like.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.17. When cleaning door and oven surfaces that meet when door is closed, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth. (See “Cleaning” instructions on page 30.)SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSp410sfc-safety.fm Page 5 Tuesday, February 16, 1999 2:00 PM
6ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSThis appliance must be grounded. If there is an electrical 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 that has a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The oven must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded. Consult a qualified electrician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer cord sets or extension cords may be used with following precautions:• The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be equal to or higher than the electrical rating of the appliance.• The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3- wire cord.• A longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.The electrical power cord must be kept dry and must not be pinched or crushed in any way.UTENSILSSee following page for further instructions "Materials you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in microwave oven."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 (P100) 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. DANGERElectric Shock Hazard •Touching some of the internal components can cause serious personal injury or death. Do not disassemble this appliance. WARNINGElectric Shock Hazard•Improper use of the grounding plug can result in electric shock. Do not plug into an outlet until appliance is properly installed and grounded.Properly polarized and grounded outletThree-pronged (grounding) plug CAUTIONPersonal Injury Hazard•Tightly-closed utensils could explode. Closed containers should be opened and plastic pouches pierced before cooking.p410sfc-safety.fm Page 6 Tuesday, February 16, 1999 2:00 PM
7SAFETYMaterials you can use in microwave ovenMaterials to be avoided in microwave ovenUtensils RemarksAluminum foil Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch away from oven walls.Browning dish Follow manufacturer's instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be at least 3/16 inch above the turn-table. Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.Dinnerware Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.Glass jars Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may break.Glassware 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 cupsUse for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended while cooking.Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for short-term cooking only.Parchment paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering or a wrap for steaming.Plastic 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.Utensils RemarksAluminum tray May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.Food carton with metal handleMay cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.Metal or metal- trimmed utensilsMetal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may cause arcing.Metal twist ties May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.Paper bags May cause a fire in the oven.Plastic foam cups 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.p410sfc-safety.fm Page 7 Tuesday, February 16, 1999 2:00 PM
8SET UPNAMES OF OVEN PARTS AND ACCESSORIESRemove the oven and all materials from the carton.Your oven comes with the following accessories:1 Turntable1 Turntable roller rest1 Instruction Manual TURNTABLE INSTALLATION 1. Place the roller rest on the cavity bottom.2. 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. •Never place the turntable upside down. The turntable should never be restricted.• 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.•The turntable returns to its original starting position when cooking is finished. The light and fan will remain on but microwave power is turned off.• The turntable rotates clockwise and counterclockwise; this is normal. • If turntable or roller rest cracks or breaks, contact your nearest authorized service center.Door Interior light Control panelDoor release button• Press the button 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.Safety interlock systemShuts off oven power if door is opened during operation.CabinetRoller restReceptacleTurntableHub(underside)p410sfc-assembly.fm Page 8 Tuesday, February 16, 1999 2:00 PM
9SET UPINSTALLATIONRemove all packing material and accessories. Examine the oven for any damage such as dents or broken door. Do not install if oven is damaged.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 countertop installation.1. Select a level surface that provides enough open space for the intake and/or outlet vents.A minimum clearance of 3 inches is required between the oven and any adjacent wall. One side must be open.•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 T.V.’s as possible. Operation of microwave oven may cause interference to your radio or TV.•If the cabinet is covered with a protective film, remove the film.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.WARNING: Do not install oven over a range cooktop or other heat-producing appliance. If installed near or over a heat source, the oven could be damaged and the warranty would be void. Countertop Installation3"3"3"OPENp410sfc-assembly.fm Page 9 Tuesday, February 16, 1999 2:00 PM
10OPERATIONCONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES (1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(6)(7)(8)(9)(10)(11)(12)(13)(14)EM-P842TEMP842-oper.fm Page 10 Monday, January 21, 2002 2:09 PM
11OPERATIONCONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES (CONT.)(1) Display WindowShows cooking time in seconds during cooking. Shows clock time when oven is not in use.(2) IndicatorsAUTO: Lights during Direct Access microwaving.DEF.: Lights during Auto Defrost.PAUSE: Flashes to alert you to rearrange food during Auto Defrost process.ST1/ ST2/ ST3: Lights to indicates current cooking stage.TIME: Flashes to prompt you to enter time and lights when time has been entered.POWER: Lights to indicate the power level has been selected.MORE/LESS: Lights to indicate MORE/LESS adjustment has been entered.SERV.: Flashes to prompt you to enter number of serving for Direct Access microwaving.LB/OZ: Flashes to prompts you to enter food weight for Auto Defrost. Lights when weight has been entered.(3) Direct Access keypads (page 15)(4) MORE/LESSAdds or reduces cooking time for Direct Access menu keypads.(5) Auto Defrost by Weight (page 16)TOTAL DEFROST: Provides thorough defrosting results.QUICK DEFROST: Provides faster defrosting when complete defrosting is less crucial. This defrost option is excellent for thawing items such as frozen ground meat for use in spaghetti sauce or for taco meat.(6) CUSTOM PROGRAMS (page 19)(7) ADD 30 SEC. (page 17)(8) QUICK ON (page 18)(9) POWER LEVEL (page 14)(10)KITCHEN TIMER (page 13)(11)Number keys(12)CLOCK (page 12)(13)START (14) STOP/CLEARClears all previous settings if pressed before cooking starts. During cooking, press once to stop oven. Press twice to stop and clear all entries.Beep SoundTo confirm your key entry, a beep will sound when a keypad is pressed.p410sfc-oper.fm Page 11 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 10:29 AM
12SETTING CLOCKTo set the correct time of day, follow the steps below.Example: To set 3:15: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 your oven is plugged in for the first time or when power resumes after a power interruption, the numbers in the display reset to 0:00. •This is a 12 hour clock.•You can use the oven without setting clock.CHILD LOCK-OUTThe oven has a safety feature which prevents use by children. The feature locks the operation of the oven until canceled.To set:To cancel:Step Procedure Keypad1Press CLOCK.2Press 3, 1 and 5 to enter time of day.3Press CLOCK.The clock starts counting.CLOCK315CLOCKStep Procedure Keypad1Press START and hold for 4 seconds. L appears in the display. STARTStep Procedure Keypad1Press START and hold for 4 seconds. L disappears from the display. STARTp410sfc-oper.fm Page 12 Wednesday, February 24, 1999 5:33 PM
13OPERATIONKITCHEN TIMERYou can use the Kitchen Timer function independently, even while a cooking program is going on in the oven.Example: To set timer for 3 minutes:Note: • After pressing KITCHEN TIMER, you have 10 seconds to enter time or the setting will be cleared with a beep.•Press STOP/CLEAR to clear or change a Kitchen Timer setting.•When cooking or defrosting time appears with a flashing letter K in the display, this indicates that the Kitchen Timer is in operation.•A steady letter K in display indicates that only the Kitchen Timer is in use.•To check remaining time on Kitchen Timer during cooking/defrosting, press KITCHEN TIMER. The remaining time will appear in the display for 5 seconds.•To stop Kitchen Timer beeping, press KITCHEN TIMER.•If oven and Kitchen Timer stop at the same time, only the oven will beep.•If a cooking completes while you are setting the Kitchen Timer, all settings are cleared. Restart from step 1.•After entering time in step 2, Kitchen Timer will automatically begin after 5 seconds if START is not pressed.TIME COOKINGThis basic microwave cooking method allows you to cook food for a desired time. The oven can be programmed for 99 minutes 99 seconds. In addition to the P100 (maximum) power level, you can select different microwave power from 10 levels, P 0 to P90 (0-90% of total power level).Multistage Cooking:You can program oven for 3 cooking stages. Each stage can be programmed with a different power level and time. To program 2-stage or 3-stage cooking, repeat the Time Cooking steps 1 and 2 and press START. The oven will automatically proceed to the end of cooking stages.Delay Start Cooking: You can delay the time when you want cooking to start. Cooking can be delayed up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. To delay cooking, follow procedure for multistage cooking, but for stage1 use power level P 0.Step Procedure Keypad1Press KITCHEN TIMER.2Press 3, 0 and 0 to set 3 minutes.(up to 99 minutes 99 seconds)3Press START. The timer starts counting and beeps for 7 seconds at the end.KITCHENTIMER300STARTp410sfc-oper.fm Page 13 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 10:29 AM
14Example: To cook at power level P80 for 40 seconds:Note: • If no power level is entered, the power level will always be P100 (100%).•Foods with high moisture content should be cooked on P100 power.•To check the power level during cooking, press POWER LEVEL.Step Procedure Keypad1Enter 40 seconds by pressing 4 and 0. 2Press POWER LEVEL until P80 appears in the display.3Press START.4 0Power level PressP100(100%) onceP90(90%) twiceP80(80%) 3 timesP70(70%) Medium High 4 timesP60(60%) 5 timesP50(50%) Medium 6 timesP40(40%) 7 timesP30(30%) Med Low/Defrost8 timesP20(20%) 9 timesP10(10%) 10 timesP 0 (0%) 11 timesPOWERLEVELSTARTPOWER LEVEL SETTING GUIDEP100 • Cooking poultry, vegetables, and most casseroles. Boiling water. • Preheating a browning dish.P50 • Cooking custards and pasta. • Cooking rump roast, ham, veal, lamb.P90 • Reheating rice and pasta. P40 • Cooking less tender cuts of meat in liquid or slow-cooking dishes. • Completing the cooking cycle of less tender roasts.P80 • Reheating precooked or prepared food quickly.• Cooking fish.P30 • Completing the cooking cycle of casseroles, stews, sauces.• Manual defrosting.P70 • Cooking cheese dishes. P20 • Softening chocolate. • Clarifying butter. • Heating breads, rolls, pancakes, tacos, tortillas, French toast. P60 • Cooking scrambled eggs.•Baking cakes.P10 • Softening cream cheese, butter. • Keeping casseroles warm.p410sfc-oper.fm Page 14 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 10:29 AM
15OPERATIONDIRECT ACCESS COOKINGDirect Access Cooking allows you to reheat or cook food automatically without entering power level or time. Choose the appropriate keypad and press 1 - 4 times, depending on the serving size/or weight, and press START.Example: To heat 2 servings of soup: Direct Access Cooking Serving sizes:MORE/LESS TIME ADJUSTMENTThe MORE+/LESS - keypad allows fine adjustments in Direct Access microwaving by either increasing or decreasing the preprogrammed cooking time. You can change the cooking time by pressing MORE/LESS key once or twice.To increase the time, press MORE/LESS once, and press START.To decrease the time, press MORE/LESS twice, and press START.Step Procedure Keypad1Press SOUP/ BEVERAGE twice.2Press START.The time counts down in the display.Food Keypad Press Food Keypadonce twice 3 times 4 timesPOTATO 1 potato(6 oz)2 potatoes(12 oz)3 potatoes(18 oz) -PIZZA 1 slice(3 oz)2 slices(6 oz)3 slices(9 oz) -FROZEN VEGETABLE 5 oz 10 oz 16 oz -SOUP/BEVERAGE 1 serving(8 oz)2 servings(16 oz)3 servings(24 oz) -FRESH VEGETABLE 4 oz 8 oz 12 oz -FROZEN ENTREE 6 oz 9 oz 15 oz 20 ozPOPCORN 3.5 oz 3.0 oz 1.75 oz -SOUP/BEVERAGESTARTp410sfc-oper.fm Page 15 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 10:29 AM
16AUTOMATIC DEFROST BY WEIGHTAutomatic Defrost allows you to easily defrost food. Power levels and times are automatically determined when the food weight is entered.TOTAL DEFROST: Use for thorough defrosting of larger, dense frozen foods, when it is important to have the center section defrosted as well as the outside. Ideal for items such as roasts, whole chicken and steak. QUICK DEFROST: Use to assist separation of frozen pieces of chicken or fish that need preparation prior to cooking. Excellent for defrosting ground meat for use in spaghetti sauce or taco meat. Example: To thoroughly defrost a 2.5 lb Whole Chicken:Defrosting Techniques:•Remove freezer paper, plastic wrap or foil wrap. Place food in a microwave-safe dish.•To prevent thin parts and edges from becoming too warm and cooking before center of food is defrosted, shield with small pieces of aluminum foil.•Because some foods will still be icy in the center, it is necessary to have a standing time after defrosting the food in the oven. Food should be taken out of the oven to complete defrosting. A longer standing time might be required for denser foods such as roasts.•The total defrost includes preset standing time.•Time Defrosting: Use power level P30 (Medium Low). For most frozen foods, allow approximately 5 minutes per pound. To speed up the defrosting of dense foods over 1 lb, you may start on P100 for 2 minutes. Then reduce to the power level P30 and enter remaining time.Step Procedure Keypad1Press TOTAL DEFROST.2Enter the weight of food.Weight must be converted to pounds and tenths (0.1) of a pound.Example: 2 lb. 8 oz. = 2.5 lbs Conversion Chart: 3Press START.Total defrost time appears in the display.TOTALDEFROST25Ounces Tenths of a Pound1 - 23 - 456 - 789 - 1011 - 1 21314 - 150.10.20.30.40.50.60.70.80.9STARTp410sfc-oper.fm Page 16 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 10:29 AM
17OPERATIONNote: • Maximum weight for defrosting is 5.9 lbs.•The oven selects 1 lb if a weight is not entered.•Beep tone sounds 5 times during the defrosting cycle to signal that food should be rearranged to improve defrosting performance. The oven continues the defrosting cycle to the end if you do not open the door.•Food can be defrosted in a styrofoam package.DEFROSTING CHARTADD 30 SECONDSThis feature provides 2 functions:•Allows you to cook for only 30 seconds.•Allows you to extend a cooking time by 30 seconds without pressing START. You can repeat this option up to 3 times during Time Cooking.Example: To set 30-second cooking: Note: This feature cannot be used during Direct Access Cooking or Auto Defrost by weight.Item During DefrostingGround Meat (Beef, Poultry) Turn over. Remove defrosted portions.Steaks/Chops/Ribs/Roasts/Whole Chicken/Meat Pieces such as Chicken Pieces, Liver, Stew Meat, Bacon, Fish or SeafoodTurn over and rearrange. Shield warm or defrosted portions with small pieces of aluminum foil. Break apart pieces and remove any meat or fish that is almost thawed. Some ice crystals should remain. Rinse chicken pieces, Cornish hens and fish fillets in cold water to separate after defrosting.1Press ADD 30 SEC. once.2Press START.The display shows time countdown.ADD30 SEC.STARTp410sfc-oper.fm Page 17 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 10:29 AM
18QUICK-ON COOKINGA time-saving feature, Quick-On control allows you to cook at 100% power without pressing START.Example: To set Quick-On cooking for 2 minutes:Note: Quick-On can not be used with other special features.QUICK-ON REHEATING AND COOKING CHARTStep Procedure Keypad1Press QUICK ON.2Press 2.The display shows time counting down.QUICKONPress Cooking time01 - 930 seconds1 - 9 minutes2Reheating Amount Time Special NotesMeatChili, stews 2 cups 3 - 4 min. Place in microwave-safe dish. Cover. Stir halfway through cooking time.Hamburgers, meat loaf slices1 serving2 servings1/2 - 1 min.1 - 2 min.Place on microwave-safe plate.Cover with paper towel.Turn over once.PoultryChicken pieces 241 - 2 min.2 - 3 min.Heat on microwave-safe plate.Cover with wax paper. If fried, cover with paper towel.Chicken, turkey, sliced3 - 5 oz 1 - 2 min. Heat on microwave-safe plate.Cover with wax paper.SeafoodShrimp, crab, or scallops in sauce, frozen61/2 oz 3 - 5 min.Pierce pouch and place on microwave-safe plate. Flex pouch to mix halfway through cooking time.Cooked rice, pasta1 cup (250 mL)2 cups (500 mL)1 - 2 min.2 - 3 min.Heat in microwave-safe casserole, covered with plastic wrap.Canned vegetable8 oz15 oz1 - 2 min2 - 3 min.Use microwave-safe casserole, covered. Stir once.Cooking Amount Time Special NotesMashed potatoesinstant4 servings 3 - 5 min.Follow package directions. Reduce liquid by 1 tbsp (15 mL).Pudding and pie filling mix31/4 oz 4 - 6 min. Follow package directions. Stir once.CerealsCream of wheat (regular)1/4 cup (50 mL) 1 - 2 min. Add 3/4 cup (175 mL) of water. Cook uncovered. Stir once. Let stand for 1 minute.p410sfc-oper.fm Page 18 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 10:29 AM
19OPERATIONCUSTOM PROGRAMSFor food/recipes prepared most often, you can easily custom program your own sequences or cooking stages (power levels/cooking times). You can set 3 different custom programs (C1, C2 and C3). Each program may have 1 - 3 cooking stages.For example, you frequently cook 1 cup long-grain rice. For Stage 1 you use 100% power for 5 minutes to bring water to a boil. You then add rice, salt and butter and for Stage 2 you use 30% power for 20 minutes to cook rice. To set these 2 cooking sequences in the first Custom Program (C1):Stage 1 for 5 minutes at P100 (100% power)Stage 2 for 20 minutes at P30 (30% power) To use a Custom Program: To delete a Custom Program: Note: • For custom programming, only Time Cooking can be used.•For more details, see page 13 for multi-stage cooking.1Press CUSTOM PROGRAMS once.C-1 appears in the display.2Press 5, 0 and 0 to enter 5 minutes.3Press POWER LEVEL once to select P100.4Press 2, 0, 0 and 0 to enter 20 minutes.5Press POWER LEVEL repeatedly until P30 appears in display.6Press CUSTOM PROGRAMS once. The Custom Program C1 is now programmed into the microwave memory.1Once programming is completed, you can call up any of your Custom Programs (C1, C2 or C3) by pressing the CUSTOM PROGRAMS keypad once, twice or 3 times.2Press START.1Call up the Custom Programs (C1, C2 or C3) you want to delete by pressing CUSTOM PROGRAMS.2Press 0 and then CUSTOM PROGRAMS. CUSTOMPROGRAMS50 0POWERLEVEL2000POWERLEVELCUSTOMPROGRAMSCUSTOMPROGRAMSSTARTCUSTOMPROGRAMS0CUSTOMPROGRAMSp410sfc-oper.fm Page 19 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 10:29 AM
20COOKING GUIDECOOKING PRINCIPLES AND TECHNIQUESAdvantages of microwave cooking are speed and efficiency. For warming, heating, and defrosting, nothing compares. There are a few tips that will make microwaving easier and more enjoyable.Microwave Cooking PrinciplesBecause microwave cooking requires only one-quarter to one-third the time of conventional cooking, the same cooking principles become even more important.QuantityIn 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.DensityDense foods, such as potatoes, need more cooking time as they take longer for microwave energy to penetrate and the heat to conduct through them.Shape and SizeCut 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 FatFood high in moisture, sugar or fat cook faster. Add a minimum of liquid to moisten foods. An excess amount of water slows cooking.Starting TemperatureFrozen or refrigerated foods take longer to microwave than food at room temperature.Delicate IngredientsDelicate foods such as eggs, cheese, mayonnaise, etc., cook very quickly, and should be watched carefully.Microwave Cooking TechniquesArranging: Arrange food in a circular pattern, with denser, thicker items at the edge of the dish.Piercing: Pierce the membrane of foods such as eggs, oysters, snails, sausages, livers, clams and whole vegetables, so they do not burst.Reheating: Cooked food reheats extremely well by using a low level of microwave energy. Place denser 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.Stirring: To help food cook more quickly and evenly.Turning Over: To promote more even cooking, turn larger solid items such as roasts or baked potatoes over halfway through the cooking time.Shielding: Use small, smooth strips of aluminum foil to prevent corners, thin or bony areas from overcooking.Standing Time: Foods continue cooking even after removal from the oven. Standing time is necessary to allow foods to complete cooking/defrosting.Converting RecipesMicrowave recipes will likely call for less liquid and cooking time. Microwave ThermometersFor best results, a microwave-safe thermometer can be carefully and properly inserted 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. Guide to Internal Temperatures140°F (60°C) . Rare beef 150°F (66°C) . Vegetables, hot drinks, soups, casseroles160°F (71°C) . Medium beef, lamb, veal165°F (74°C) . Well-done beef, lamb170°F (77°C) . Whole fish185°F (85°C) . Well-done pork,poultry pieces or roasted birdp410sfc-cooking.fm Page 20 Wednesday, February 24, 1999 4:06 PM
21COOKING GUIDEDIRECT ACCESS COOKINGCOOKING/REHEATING TIPSPOTATO•Arrange in a circular pattern with heavier ends pointing toward the outer edge of the turntable. •Do not place potato in the center of oven when cooking.FROZEN VEGETABLE• Frozen vegetables in a pouch: Remove frozen vegetables from package and place them in a microwave-safe casserole or dish.SOUP/BEVERAGE•When cooking canned soups, remove soup from can and place in a microwave-safe dish. Add milk or water as directed on can. Cover.FRESH VEGETABLE•Place in a bowl or dish. Add 1 tablespoon water per serving. Cover.•Weight shown is for washed, prepared vegetables.FROZEN ENTREE•Special packaging to "crisp" foods such as pizzas, French fries and pocket-type sandwiches should be cooked according to manufacturer's directions. •If entrée contains a sauce that may bubble over (such as pot pies or macaroni and cheese), place container on a microwave-safe plate to catch spills.POPCORN•Do not use this feature if popcorn bag size is not 3.5 oz, 3.0 oz or 1.75 oz.•Do not leave the oven unattended when popping popcorn.•Supervise children closely.CAUTION:1) Pop only one bag at a time.2) Do not reheat unpopped kernels or reuse bag. Overcooking can result in an oven fire.3) Never use a brown paper bag for popping corn.4) After popping, open bag carefully as popcorn and steam are extremely hot.Direct Access Cooking/Reheating GuideItem/ Amount Press keypad Special Notes Starting Te m p .Potatoes,white, baking1 potato (6 oz)POTATO(1 - 3 potatoes)Pierce skin. Pierce with fork. Place on a paper towel. Let stand 3 -5 minutes after cooking.RoomCooked pizza1 slice (3 oz)PIZZA(1 - 3 slices)Place on paper towel or paper plate or leave in uncovered cardboard box, points toward center.CAUTION: Be careful when eating pizza. The pizza surface and sauce can be very hot. Room/Refridge.p410sfc-cooking.fm Page 21 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 1:09 PM
22Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Carrots, Corn, Cauliflower, Green beans, Peas, Spinach, or a mixture of these. FROZEN VEGETABLE(5, 10, 16 oz)Follow package directions for adding water, piercing pouch, cooking in a dish, venting package, etc.FrozenCoffee/Tea1 serving (8 oz)SOUP/BEVERAGE(1 - 3 servings)No cover. Stir after reheating.Room/Refridge.Soup1 serving (8 oz)Cover. Stir after reheating.Milk1 serving (8 oz)No cover. Stir after reheating. For hot chocolate, etc.Artichokes, Beans, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Corn, Cauliflower, Eggplant, Mushrooms, Onion, Okra, Peas, Spinach, Squash, Zucchini, or a mixture of these.FRESH VEGETABLE(4, 8, 12 oz)Wash. Prepare and cut into slices, cubes, wedges, or julienne strips.Place in a bowl or dish. Add 1 tablespoon water per serving. Cover. Room/Refridge.Frozen entrees, such as Lasagna,Macaroni and Cheese or other types.FROZEN ENTREE(6, 9, 15, 20 oz)Follow package directions for removing or venting cover, piercing pouch, replacing foil, covering with plastic wrap, etc.FrozenPopcorn POPCORN(3.5 oz, 3.0 oz, 1.75 oz)Unfold the bag and place in oven according to directions.RoomItem/ Amount Press keypad Special Notes Starting Te m p .p410sfc-cooking.fm Page 22 Wednesday, February 24, 1999 4:06 PM
23COOKING GUIDETIME COOKING - APPETIZERS AND SNACKSReheating Guide - Convenience Appetizers and SnacksTIME COOKING - RICECooking Guide - RiceUse a 3-quart (3 L) microwave-safe casserole. Heat water 4 to 7 minutes to boil. Add rice, salt and butter or margarine. Cover tightly. Set cooking time and power level according to chart. Let stand for 5 minutes after cooking.Item PowerReheating TimeSpecial NotesBagel DogsFrozen: 1Room temp: 1P100P10011/2 min.1 min.Place on paper towel. Let stand for 1 minute after heating.Corn DogsFrozen: 1 P100 1 min.Remove from wrapper and wrap in paper towel. Let stand for 1 minute after heating.BurritosFrozen: 1Room temp: 1P100P1002 min.1 min.Place on paper plate or microwave-safe dish. Turn over halfway through cooking.Let stand for 1 minute after heating.Ta q u i t o sFrozen: 36P100P1001 min.2 min.Place on microwave-safe plate.Let stand for 1 minute after heating.Mini Pizza, Pocket SnacksFrozen: 6 P100 1 min.Place in a circle on microwave-safe plate. Let stand for 1 minute after heating.Mini Egg RollsFrozen: 612P100P1001 min.2 min.Place egg rolls in circle on paper towel. Let stand for 1 minute after heating.Chicken or Turkey NuggetsFrozen: 36P100P1001 min.2 min.Remove nuggets from bag and place on paper towel. Let stand for 1 minute after heating.MeatballsFrozen: 610P100P1001 min.2 min.Use microwave-safe plate lined with paper towels. Place meatballs in circle. Let stand for 1 minute after heating.Nacho Cheese SauceRoom temp:16 oz.P100 1 min.Place sauce in microwave-safe dish. Stir halfway through heating and after heating. CAUTION: Sauce may be very hot after heating.Rice Water Power Cooking TimeLong Grain, 1 cup (250 mL) 13/4 cups (425 mL) P30 20 - 25 min.Short Grain, 1 cup (250 mL) 11/2 cups (375 mL) P30 22 - 27 min.p410sfc-cooking.fm Page 23 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 1:09 PM
24TIME COOKING - VEGETABLESFresh VegetablesSpread out cut vegetables in a shallow microwave-safe dish. Add water as recommended in chart. Add salt to water or salt after cooking. Cook covered. Whole vegetables such as potatoes, squash or eggplant should be pierced and arranged in a circular pattern with heavier ends pointing towards the outer edge of dish. Halfway through cooking, stir, rearrange and/or turn vegetables over. Let stand, covered. Whole vegetables should stand 10 minutes and cut vegetables 5 minutes.Fresh Vegetable Cooking ChartCook on P100 power. All weights in this chart are weights after peeling and trimming.Vegetable Amount Water Approx. Cooking TimeAsparagus, spears 1 lb (450 g) 2 tbsp (30 mL) 3 - 4 min.Beans, green or wax, cut in pieces1 lb (450 g) 1/4 cup (50 mL) 5 - 7 min.Broccoli, cut in pieces 1 lb (450 g) 1/4 cup (50 mL) 3 - 5 min.Brussels sprouts 10 oz. (280 g) 1/4 cup (50 mL) 3 - 5 min.Cabbage shredded 1 lb (450 g) 1/4 cup (50 mL) 5 - 6 min.Carrots, sliced or diced 1 lb (450 g) 2 tbsp (30 mL) 5 - 7 min.Cauliflower, chopped 1 medium 1/4 cup (50 mL) 3 - 5 min.Corn, on the cob 1 ear2 ears4 earsnonenonenone2 - 5 min.5 - 8 min.10 - 13 min.Mushrooms, sliced 1/2 lb (230 g) 2 tbsp (30 mL) 2 - 4 min.Peas, green, shelled 1 lb (450 g) 1/4 cup (50 mL) 5 - 7 min.Potatoes, white, baking,6 - 8 oz. (170 - 230 g) each.Pierce skin.124nonenonenone3 1/2 - 6 min.6 - 8 min.8 - 11 min.Potatoes, red, boiling 3 1/4 cup (50 mL) 7 - 9 min.Spinach, leaf 1 lb (450 g) none 3 - 5 min.Squash, pierce with fork 1 1/2 lb (680 g) none 7 - 9 min.Zucchini, sliced 1 lb (450 g) 1/4 cup (50 mL) 5 - 7 min.p410sfc-cooking.fm Page 24 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 1:09 PM
25COOKING GUIDETIME COOKING - MEATS, POULTRY AND FISHPREPARATION•Use a microwave-safe dish.•Defrost frozen food completely.•Wash poultry and fish in cool water.•Arrange small items in a single layer in dish, avoid overlapping edges of food. •Place thick sections toward edge of the dish.•Use a rack in the dish to elevate meat out of the juices.•Use spices, seasonings as desired. •Add salt after cooking if necessary. •Aluminum foils can be used to cover thin parts of meat or poultry wings and legs to prevent overcooking.•Foils should be applied toward the end of cooking time.•Place meat fat side down.COOKING•Use wax paper or plastic wrap to stop splattering.•Turn over or rearrange meat, poultry and fish halfway through cooking time.CHECKING DONENESSBeef: The color inside meat indicates doneness. Rare roast should be red inside. Medium is pink and gray indicates well done.Pork: Cooked pork meat should be gray with clear juice.Poultry: Juices should be clear yellow when cooked. Legs should move freely.Fish and Seafood: Should be opaque in color and flake easily. To check internal temperature of various meats and poultry, use a microwave or conventional meat thermometer after removing meat from the oven. Insert the thermometer avoiding bone or fat. Lower temperatures are found in the center of the roast or in the muscle close to a large bone. Never use a conventional meat thermometer in the microwave oven.Return undercooked food to oven for a short period of time at the recommended power level. Let stand as recommended in chart. Cover roasts and whole poultry during stand time.Food Power Cooking TimeStandTime Special NotesBeef4 oz eachHamburgers, refrigerated 24Hamburgers, frozen24P100P100P100P1002 - 4 min.4 - 6 min.4 - 6 min.7 - 9 min.2 min.2 min.3 min.3 min.Place in a shallow dish and cover loosely with wax paper. Turn over halfway through cooking.Defrost frozen patties just enough to easily separated. Turn over halfway through cooking.Roasts, tender 1 lb P50 10 - 13 min. 10 - 15 min.Cover with wax paper. Shield halfway through cooking and turn roast over if necessary. Stand tented with foil.p410sfc-cooking.fm Page 25 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 1:09 PM
26*Check with conventional thermometer. Food Power Cooking TimeStandTime Special NotesBeefMeat loaf, 11/2 lb P5015 - 20 min.5 min.Arrange in loaf dish. Cover with wax paper.PorkChops, loin 1/2 inch thick, 7 oz each 124P100P100P1003 - 5 min.6 - 8 min.9 - 11 min.2 min.3 min.3 min.Place in a shallow dish. Cover loosely with wax paper. Turn over halfway through cooking .Pork roast,1 lb P5012 - 15 min.10 - 15 min.Cover with wax paper. Shield halfway through cooking and turn roast over if necessary. *Approx. temp. after stand 170°F to 175°F (77°C to 79°C )Ham, slice 1 inch thick, 1 lb P100 7 - 9 min. 5 min.Cover with wax paper. Turn over halfway through cooking.Sausage links, Wieners, fresh1 - 2 oz each 24P100P1001/2 - 2 min.1 - 3 min.1 min.1 min.Score or pierce before cooking. Cover with wax paper. Turn over once.Bacon, slices24P100P10011/2 - 2 min.21/2 - 4 min.1 min.1 min.Cook on bacon rack and cover with a paper towel, or place bacon between two sheets of paper towel on dish. Do not turn bacon over.LambChops, shoulder 1/2 inch thick 12P100P1002 - 4 min.4 - 6 min.2 min.5 min.Cover loosely with wax paper.PoultryChickens, whole,up to 4 lb 1 lbCornish hens 1 lbP100P1006 - 9 min.5 - 8 min.10 min.10 min.Place breast-side down on a roasting rack in a dish. Cover with plastic wrap or wax paper. Turn over halfway through cooking. Stand tented with foil. When cooked, internal temperature should be 185°F (85°C) and juices should run clear.p410sfc-cooking.fm Page 26 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 1:09 PM
27COOKING GUIDETIME COOKING - EGGSSCRAMBLED EGGSBreak eggs into a microwave-safe glass measure.Add 1 tablespoon milk and 1 teaspoon butter for each egg. Beat with a fork.Cook at Power Level P60 according to time in the chart. Stir at least once during cooking time.Stir after cooking, and let stand for1 minute.POACHED EGGSUse 6-ounce (170 mL) microwave-safe custard cup with 1/4 cup (50 mL) water for 1 to 3 eggs.Use 1-quart (1 L) microwave-safe dish with 1 cup (250 mL) water for 4 eggs.Heat at P100 POWER to bring water to a boil with 1/8 teaspoon salt and up to1/4 teaspoon vinegar. Break egg carefully into hot water.Pierce egg several times lightly with toothpick.Cover with wax paper.Cook at Power Level P50 according to time in the chart. Let stand, covered,1 minute before serving. Food Power Cooking TimeStand Time Special NotesPoultryChicken pieces, up to 2 lb1 lbP100 5 - 8 min. 5 min.Arrange skin-side up in a baking dish halfway through cooking, meatier portions toward edge of dish. Cover with plastic wrap or lid.Fish and SeafoodFish fillets, 3/4 lbFish steaks 2, 6 oz eachScallops 1 lbShrimp, medium size, shelled and cleaned, 1 lbWhole fish,stuffed or unstuffed, 11/2 to 13/4 lbP100P50P70P70P1004 - 6 min.6 - 9 min.4 - 7 min.4 - 7 min.7 - 10 min.3 min.5 min.3 min.3 min.5 min.Arrange in a single layer in dish.Cover with wax paper. Rearrange or stir shrimp or scallops halfway through cooking.Eggs Cooking Time13/4 - 11/2 min.211/2 - 21/2 min.321/4 - 4 min.431/4 - 5 min.Eggs Cooking Time13/4 - 11/2 min.211/2 - 3 min.32 - 31/2 min.43 - 5 min.p410sfc-cooking.fm Page 27 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 1:09 PM
28TIME COOKING - BAKED GOODS AND DESSERTSConverting RecipesWhen adapting quick bread recipes, you will find it necessary to reduce the amount of leavening (baking powder or soda) by about one-quarter the normal amount. A bitter aftertaste is apparent if too much leavening is used in biscuits or muffins. Since food rises higher in the microwave oven, you will not see a loss in volume from the reduction of soda or baking powder.If a recipe contains buttermilk or sour cream, do not change the amount of soda, since it serves to counteract the sour taste and does not act only as a leavening agent. When using a mix where leavening cannot be reduced, allow the dough to stand about 10 minutes before cooking in order for some of the gas to be lost.Breads and rolls should be reheated only until they are warm to the touch. Overheating or overcooking makes bread tough and rubbery.Cooking/Reheating GuideItem Power CookingTime Special NotesFrench bread,Frozen: 1 lbRoom temp: 1 lbP80P801 - 2 min.20 - 30 sec.Place on paper plate or towel.Whole coffee cake,Frozen: 10 - 13 ozRoom temp: 10 - 13 ozP80P801 - 2 min.1/2 - 1 min.Place on paper plate or towel. Let stand for 5 - 10 minutes before serving.Butter cake21/4 cups (550 mL) batter 1st stage 2nd stageP50P1005 - 7 min.1 - 2 min.Place on inverted pie plate.Brownies2 cups (500 mL) batter P50 8 - 11 min.Cover with wax paper. Place on inverted pie plate.Muffins,1/4 cup (50 mL) batter each 26P70P701 - 11/2 min.3 - 4 min.p410sfc-cooking.fm Page 28 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 1:09 PM
29MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCETROUBLESHOOTINGCheck 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 REMEDYOven 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, (pages 11-19)Arcing or sparking. •Materials to be avoided in microwave oven are used.•The oven is operated when empty.•Spilled food remains in the cavity.•Use microwave-safe cookware only. (page 7)•Do not operate with oven empty.•Clean cavity with wet towel.Unevenly cooked foods. •Materials to be avoided in microwave oven are used.•Food is not defrosted completely.•Cooking time, power level is not suitable.•Food is not turned or stirred.•Use microwave-safe cookware only. (page 7)•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.Undercooked foods. •Materials to be avoided in microwave oven are used.•Food is not defrosted completely.•Oven ventilation ports are restricted.•Cooking time, power level is not suitable.•Use microwave-safe cookware only. (page 7)•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 are used.•Cooking time, power level is not suitable.•Food is not turned or stirred.•Use microwave-safe cookware only. (page 7)•Use correct cooking time, power level.•Turn or stir food.E (error) message appears in the display.•Wrong operation is set. •Check instructions, (pages 11-19)p410sfc-Maint.fm Page 29 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 1:10 PM
30QUESTIONS AND ANSWERSQ. 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 HI, 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 grow. The light bulb has burned out or START 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 the 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.CLEANINGWipe the oven inside and outside with a soft cloth and a mild detergent solution. Then rinse and wipe dry. 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.REMOVABLE PARTSThe 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.• 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 CAREFor 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.p410sfc-Maint.fm Page 30 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 1:10 PM
31MAINTENANCESPECIFICATIONSSpecifications subject to change without notice.*According to IEC-705 test procedures. The IEC-705 test procedure is an internationally recognized method of rating microwave wattage output.Model:EM-P410/P415/P472/P672/P673/P842Power Source: AC 120 V, 60 HzPower Consumption:1650W Maximum Output: 1100W*Oven Capacity: 1.9 cu. ft. (EM-P842)Turntable Diameter: 10-13/16 “ (EM-P410/P415/P472)12-5/8” (EM-P672/P673/P842)Dimensions: (w x h x d)23-7/16” x 14-1/4” x 17-15/16”Weight: Approx. 44 lbs p410sfc-Maint.fm Page 31 Monday, January 21, 2002 3:52 PM
32SANYO MICROWAVE OVEN LIMITED WARRANTYOBLIGATIONSIn order to obtain warranty service, the product must be delivered to and picked up from an Authorized Sanyo Factory Service Center at the user’s expense, unless specifically stated otherwise in this warranty. The names and addresses of Authorized Sanyo Service Centers may be obtained by calling the toll-free number listed below.THIS WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY ON SANYO PRODUCTS PURCHASED OR RENTED AND USED IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, EXCLUDING ALL U.S. TERRITORIES AND PROTECTORATES.THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL USER, AND DOES NOT APPLY TO PRODUCTS USED FOR ANY INDUSTRIAL, PROFESSIONAL OR COMMERCIAL PURPOSE. THE ORIGINAL DATED BILL OF SALE, SALES SLIP OR RENTAL AGREEMENT MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE AUTHORIZED SANYO SERVICE CENTER AT THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS REQUESTED.Subject to the OBLIGATIONS above and EXCLUSIONS on next page, SANYO FISHER COMPANY (SFC) warrants this Sanyo product against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods of LABOR and PARTS specified below. SFC will repair or replace (at its option) the product and any of its parts which fail to conform to this warranty. The warranty period commences on the date the product was first purchased or rented at retail.For product operation, authorized service center referral,service assistance or problem resolution, callCUSTOMER INFORMATION 1 - 800 - 421 - 5013Weekdays 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pacific TimeFor accessories and/or parts not available from an authorized dealer, callPARTS ORDER INFORMATION 1 - 800 - 726 - 9662Weekdays 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pacific TimeLABOR PARTS MAGNETRON TUBE (Part only)1 YEAR 1 YEAR 5 YEARSp410sfc-Maint.fm Page 32 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 1:10 PM
33MAINTENANCESANYO MICROWAVE OVEN LIMITED WARRANTY (CONT.)EXCLUSIONSThis warranty does not cover (A) the adjustment of customer-operated controls as explained in the appropriate model’s instruction manual, or (B) the repair of any product whose serial number has been altered, defaced or removed.This warranty shall not apply to the temperature probe, bottom tray, shelf, stirrer cover and any damage initiated by spark fires caused by using anything metal inside the oven, except those accessories approved by SFC. This warranty does not apply to uncrating, setup, installation, removal of product for repair, or reinstallation of the product after repair.This warranty does not apply to repairs or replacements necessitated by any cause beyond the control of SFC including, but not limited to, any malfunction, defect or failure caused by or resulting from unauthorized service or parts, improper maintenance, operation contrary to furnished instructions, shipping or transit accidents, modification or repair by the user, abuse, misuse, neglect, accident, incorrect line voltage, fire, flood or other Acts of God, or normal wear and tear.The foregoing is in lieu of all other expressed warranties and SFC does not assume or authorize any party to assume for it any other obligation or liability.THE DURATION OF ANY WARRANTIES WHICH MAY BE IMPLIED BY LAW (INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS) IS LIMITED TO THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL SFC BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OWNERSHIP OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR FOR ANY DELAY IN THE PERFORMANCE OF ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS WARRANTY DUE TO CAUSES BEYOND ITS CONTROL. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS AND/OR DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.p410sfc-Maint.fm Page 33 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 1:10 PM

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