Panasonic NN-G464 Microwave Owner's Manual

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Operating Instructions

Browner Microwave Oven

Model: NN-G464

Safety Information

Precautions

.........................Inside cover

Important Safety Instructions

.........1-4

Installation and Grounding

Instructions

.......................................4-5

Safety Precautions

...........................6-7

Operation

Auto Brown Cook Feature ...................20

Auto Brown Cook Chart.......................20

Timer Feature (Kitchen Timer/Stand

Time/Delay Start).................................21

Microwave Shortcuts ......................22-23

Food Characteristics............................24

Cooking Techniques .......................24-25

Quick Guide to Operation....................29

Operation

Control Panel.......................................10

Starting to Use Your Oven ...................11

Setting the Clock..................................11

Child Safety Lock.................................11

Selecting Power & Cook Time.............12

Quick Min Feature ...............................12

Keep Warm Feature ............................12

Popcorn Feature..................................13

More/Less Feature ..............................13

Inverter Turbo Defrost Feature ............14

Sensor Cook Feature ..........................16

Sensor Reheat Feature .......................16

Sensor Cook Chart ..............................17

Microwave Recipes .............................18

Brown Feature .....................................19

Maintenance

Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave

Oven ....................................................26

Ordering Accessories, Books, etc. ........9

Before Requesting Service..................27

Limited Warranty & Customer Service

Directory ..............................................28

General Information

Cookware Guide....................................8

Specifications ......................................30

User’s Record......................................30

Oven Components Diagram ..................9

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN.

Para instrucciones en español, voltee el libro.

For assistance, please call:

1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to: [email protected]

or visit us at www.panasonic.com

(U.S.A)

For assistance, please call:

787-750-4300 or visit us at www.panasonicpr.com

(Puerto Rico)

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Microwave Oven Safety

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”. These words mean:

AN R

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.

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You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

C AU

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

PRECAUTIONS 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 close 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.

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Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven.

Your microwave oven is a cooking appliance and you should use as much care as you use with a stove or any other cooking appliance. When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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—To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

1. Read all instructions before using this appliance.

2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPO-

SURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY,” found on the inside front cover.

3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 4.

4. As with any cooking appliance,

DO NOT

leave oven unattended while in use.

5. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the installation instructions found on page 4, 5.

DO NOT

cover or block any openings on this appliance.

DO NOT

store this appliance outdoors.

DO NOT

use this product near water — for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool or similar locations.

8. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.

NOT

use corrosive chemicals, vapors, or non-food products in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, or cook food.

It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use. The use of corrosive chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the appliance and may result in radiation leaks.

9. When cleaning surfaces of the door and oven that come together on closing the door, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.

10.

DO NOT

allow children to use this appliance, unless closely supervised by an adult.

DO NOT

assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he/she can cook everything.

11.

DO NOT

operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

12.

DO NOT

immerse cord or plug in water.

13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

14.

DO NOT

let cord hang over edge of a table or counter.

15. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel.

Contact the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair or adjustment.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(continued)

16. Some products such as whole eggs with or without shell, narrow neck bottles and sealed containers — for example, closed glass jars — may explode and should not be heated in this oven.

17. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

(a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.

(b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.

(c)

If material inside the oven ignites, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

(d)

DO NOT

use the cavity for storage purposes.

DO NOT leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the cavity when not in use.

18. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS

COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER

WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED

INTO THE LIQUID.

To reduce the risk of injury to persons:

(a)

STIR THE LIQUID BOTH BEFORE AND HALFWAY THROUGH

HEATING IT.

(b)

Do not heat water and oil, or fats together. The film of oil will trap steam, and may cause a violent eruption.

(d) After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.

19.

DO NOT

cook directly on the turntable. It can crack, cause injury or damage to the oven.

20. Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be used in a microwave/browner oven, as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.

21. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, involving a risk of electric shock.

22. Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in the brown mode.

23. Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer's recommended accessories in this oven when not in use.

24. Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For proper use of your oven read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(continued)

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TO AVOID THE RISK OF SHOCK:

DO NOT

remove outer panel from oven. Repairs must be done only by a qualified service person.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF EXPOSURE TO

MICROWAVE ENERGY:

DO NOT

tamper with, or make any adjustments or repairs to

Door, Control Panel Frame, Safety Interlock Switches, or any other part of oven, microwave leakage may result.

TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE:

DO NOT

operate the oven empty. The microwave energy will reflect continuously throughout the oven causing overheating and damage, if food or water is not present to absorb energy.

DO NOT

store flammable materials next to, on top of, or in the oven.

DO NOT

dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven, or use newspaper or paper bags for cooking.

DO NOT

hit or strike Control Panel. Damage to controls may occur.

DO NOT

use recycled paper products unless the paper product is labeled as safe for microwave oven use. Recyled paper products may contain impurities which may cause sparking.

TO AVOID THE RISK OF SCALDING:

POT HOLDERS

should always be used when removing items from the oven. Heat is transferred from the HOT food to the cooking container and from the container to the Glass Tray. The Glass Tray can also be very HOT after removing the cooking container from the oven.

The wire rack is designed for use only in the browning mode and will be hot after use. Care in handling must be exercised.

The metal browning dish supplied with this oven must be used only directly upon the glass tray. Other use will result in damage to the dish and the microwave oven. Replace dish if rubber base becomes damaged or separated from metal dish.

Glass Tray

DO NOT

operate the oven without the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in place.

DO NOT

operate the oven without the Glass Tray fully engaged on the drive hub. Improper cooking or damage to the oven could result. Verify that the Glass

Tray is properly engaged and rotating by observing its rotation when you press

Start.

Note:

The Glass Tray can turn in either direction.

3. Use only the Glass Tray specifically designed for this oven.

DO NOT

substitute any other glass tray.

4. If the Glass Tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water.

DO NOT

cook directly on the Glass Tray. Always place food in a microwave safe dish, on a rack set in a microwave safe dish, or in the metal dish provided with this oven.

6. If food or utensil on the Glass Tray touches oven walls, causing the tray to stop moving, the tray will automatically rotate in the opposite direction.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(continued)

Roller Ring

1. The Roller Ring and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to prevent excessive noise.

2. Always replace the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in their proper positions.

3. The Roller Ring must always be used for cooking along with the Glass Tray.

Browning Dish:

1. Always place the browning dish in the center of the glass tray and ensure it does not touch the door or wall of the oven cavity. Failure to do so, may cause arcing which will damage the cavity.

2. Only use the browning dish directly upon the glass tray. Never use wire rack with browning dish.

3. Preheat browning dish only by using Preheat Feature designed into this oven.

4. To avoid the risks of burns, always use the browning dish handle or oven mitts when handling heated browning dish.

5. Only food items are to be placed in browning dish for cooking/heating.

INSTALLATION AND

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Examine Your Oven

Unpack oven, remove all packing material and examine the oven for any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify dealer immediately if oven is damaged. DO NOT install if oven is damaged.

Placement of Oven

1. The oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface. Place the front surface of the door three inches or more from the counter top edge to avoid accidental tipping of the microwave oven during normal use. For proper operation, the oven must have sufficient air flow. Allow 3-inches (7.6 cm) of space on both sides of the oven and 1-inch (2.5 cm) of space on top of the oven.

(a)

DO NOT

block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may be overheated and damaged.

(b)

DO NOT

place oven near a hot, damp surface such as a gas or electric range, or dishwasher.

(c)

DO NOT

operate oven when room humidity is excessive.

2. This oven is manufactured for counter top household use only, installed 36 inches (916 mm) or higher above floor level. It is not intended for built-in operation and is not approved or tested for mobile vehicle, marine, or commercial use.

Installation

DO NOT

block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat. If the oven overheats, a thermal safety device will turn the oven off.

The oven will remain inoperable until it has cooled.

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INSTALLATION AND GROUNDING

INSTRUCTIONS

(continued)

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—IMPROPER USE OF THE GROUNDING PLUG

CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a three wire extension cord that has a three prong polarized grounding plug, and a three slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord should be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.

Grounding Instructions

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED.

In the event of 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 having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

• Plug into properly installed and grounded 3 prong outlet.

• DO NOT remove ground prong.

• DO NOT use an adapter.

Power Supply

1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.

Do not

let cord hang over edge of a table or counter.

3. If a long cord or extension cord is used, (1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, (2) the extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord, and (3) the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.

Wiring Requirements

The oven must be operated on a SEPARATE CIRCUIT. No other appliance should share the circuit with the microwave oven. If it does, the branch circuit fuse may blow or the circuit breaker may trip. The oven must be plugged into at least a 20 AMP, 120 VOLT, 60 Hz

GROUNDED OUTLET. Where a standard two-prong outlet is encountered, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the consumer to have it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong outlet. The VOLTAGE used must be the same as specified on this microwave oven (120 V, 60 Hz). Using a higher voltage is dangerous and may result in a fire or oven damage. Using a lower voltage will cause slow cooking. Panasonic is NOT responsible for any damages resulting from the use of the oven with any voltage other than specified.

TV / Radio Interference

1. Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV or similar equipment.

2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the following measures:

(a) Place the radio, TV, etc. away from the microwave oven as far as possible.

(b) Use a properly installed antenna to obtain stronger signal reception.

Microwave Oven)

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Safety Precautions

Follow These Safety Precautions When Cooking in Your Oven.

IMPORTANT

Proper cooking depends upon the power, the time setting and quantity of food. If you use a smaller portion than recommended but cook at the time for the recommended portion, fire could result.

1) HOME CANNING / STERILIZING / DRYING FOODS /

SMALL QUANTITIES OF FOODS

•

DO NOT

use your oven for home canning. Your oven cannot maintain the food at the proper canning temperature. The food may be contaminated and then spoil.

•

DO NOT

use the microwave oven to sterilize objects (baby bottles, etc.). It is difficult to keep the oven at the high temperature needed for sterilization.

•

DO NOT

dry meats, herbs, fruits or vegetables in your oven. Small quantities of food or foods with low moisture content can dry out, scorch or catch on fire if overheated.

2) POPCORN

Popcorn may be popped in a microwave oven corn popper. Microwave popcorn which pops in its own package is also available. Follow popcorn manufacturers’ directions and use a brand suitable for the cooking power of your microwave oven.

CAUTION:

When using pre-packaged microwave popcorn, you can follow recommended package instructions or use the popcorn pad (refer to page 13).

Otherwise, the popcorn may not pop adequately or may ignite and cause a fire. Never leave oven unattended when popping popcorn. Allow the popcorn bag to cool before opening, always open the bag facing away from your face and body to prevent steam burns.

3) DEEP FAT FRYING

•

DO NOT

deep fat fry in your microwave oven. Cooking oils may burst into flames and may cause damage to the oven and perhaps result in burns. Microwave utensils may not withstand the temperature of the hot oil, and can shatter or melt.

4) FOODS WITH NONPOROUS SKINS

•

DO NOT COOK/REHEAT WHOLE EGGS, WITH OR WITHOUT THE SHELL.

Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to explode, and possibly damage the oven or cause injury. Reheating SLICED hard-boiled eggs and cooking SCRAMBLED eggs is safe.

•

Potatoes, apples, whole squash and sausages

are examples of foods with nonporous skins. These types of foods must be pierced before microwave cooking to prevent them from exploding.

CAUTION:

Cooking dry or old potatoes can cause fire.

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Safety Precautions

(continued)

5) GLASS TRAY / COOKING CONTAINERS / FOIL

• Cooking containers get hot during microwaving. Heat is transferred from the

HOT food to the container and the Glass Tray. Use pot holders when removing containers from the oven or when removing lids or plastic wrap covers from cooking containers, to avoid burns.

• The Glass Tray will get hot during cooking. It should be allowed to cool before handling or before paper products, such as paper plates or microwave popcorn bags, are placed in the oven for microwave cooking.

• When using foil in the oven, allow at least 1-inch (2.5 cm) of space between foil and interior oven walls or door.

• Dishes with metallic trim should

not

be used, as arcing may occur.

6) PAPER TOWELS / CLOTHS

•

DO NOT

use paper towels or cloths which contain a synthetic fiber woven into them. The synthetic fiber may cause the towel to ignite. Use paper toweling under supervision.

7) BROWNING DISHES / OVEN COOKING BAGS

• Browning dishes or grills are designed for microwave cooking only. Always follow instructions provided by the manufacturer.

DO NOT

preheat browning dish more than 6 minutes.

• If an oven cooking bag is used for microwave cooking, prepare according to package directions.

DO NOT

use a wire twist-tie to close bag, instead use plastic ties, cotton string or a strip cut from the open end of the bag.

8) THERMOMETERS

•

DO NOT

use a conventional meat thermometer in your oven. Arcing may occur. Microwave-safe thermometers are available for both meat and candy.

9) BABY FORMULA / BABY FOOD

•

DO NOT

heat baby formula or baby food in the microwave oven. The glass jar or surface of the food may appear warm while the interior can be so hot as to burn the infant’s mouth and esophagus.

10) REHEATING PASTRY PRODUCTS

• When reheating pastry products, check temperatures of any fillings before eating. Some foods have fillings which heat faster and can be extremely hot, while the surface remains warm to the touch (ex. Jelly Donuts).

11) GENERAL OVEN USAGE GUIDELINES

•

DO NOT

use the oven for any purpose other than the preparation of food.

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Cookware Guide

ITEM

Aluminum Foil

Browning Dish

Brown paper bags

Dinnerware:

Labeled

“Microwave Safe”

Unlabeled Dinnerware

Disposable polyester

Paperboard Dishes

Fast Food Carton with Metal Handle

Frozen Dinner Tray

Metal

Frozen Dinner Tray

Microwave safe

MICROWAVE COMMENTS

Yes for Small strips of foil can be molded around thin parts of

Shielding meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur only if foil is too close to oven wall or door and damage to your oven will result.

Yes

Browning dishes are designed for microwave cooking only. Check browning dish information for instructions and heating chart. Do not preheat for more than 6 minutes.

May cause a fire in the oven.

Check manufacturers' use and care directions for use in microwave heating. Some dinnerware may state on the

Yes back of the dish, “Oven-Microwave Safe”.

Use

CONTAINER TEST

below.

Some frozen foods are packaged in these dishes. Can be purchased in grocery stores.

Yes

Metal handle may cause arcing.

Metal can cause arcing and damage to your oven.

Heat only 1 tray in the oven at one time.

Glass Jars

Heat Resistant Oven

Glassware & Ceramics

Metal Bakeware

Metal Twist-Ties

Oven Cooking Bag

Paper Plates & Cups

Paper Towels & Napkins

Recycled Paper Towels

& Napkins

Parchment Paper

Plastic:

Microwave Safe

Cookware

Plastic, Melamine

Plastic Foam Cups

Plastic Wrap

Straw, Wicker, Wood

Yes

Yes, use caution

Yes

Most glass jars are not heat resistant. Do not use for cooking or reheating.

Ideal for microwave cooking and browning.

(See

CONTAINER TEST

below)

Not recommended for use in microwave ovens. Metal can cause arcing and damage to your oven.

May cause arcing which could cause a fire in the oven.

Follow manufacturers' directions. Close bag with the nylon tie provided, a strip cut from the end of the bag, or a piece of cotton string. Do not close with metal twist-tie. Make six

1 /

-inch (1 cm) slits near the closure.

Use to warm cooked foods, and to cook foods that require

Yes

No short cooking times such as hot dogs.

Use to warm rolls and sandwiches, only if labeled safe for microwave use.

Recycled paper products may contain impurities which may cause sparks.

Use as a cover to prevent spattering. Safe for use in

Yes microwave, microwave/convection and conventional ovens.

Should be labeled, "Suitable for Microwave Heating." Check

Yes, manufacturers’ directions for recommended uses. use caution Some microwave safe plastic containers are not suitable for

Yes, cooking foods with high fat or sugar content. The heat from hot food may cause the plastic to warp.

This material absorbs microwave energy. Dishes get HOT!

Plastic foam will melt if foods reach a high temperature. Use use caution to reheat foods to a low serving temperature only.

Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture and

Yes prevent spattering. Should be labeled “Suitable for

Microwave Heating”. Check package directions.

Use only for short term reheating and to bring food to a low serving temperature. Wood may dry out & split or crack when used.

Use only microwave safe meat and candy thermometers.

Thermometers-

Microwave safe

Thermometers-

Conventional

Wax paper

Yes

Not suitable for use in microwave oven, will cause sparks and get hot.

Use as a cover to prevent spattering and to retain moisture.

CONTAINER TEST

TO TEST A CONTAINER FOR SAFE MICROWAVE OVEN USE:

Fill a microwave safe cup with cool water and place it in the microwave oven alongside the empty container to be tested;

heat one (1) minute at P10

(HIGH)

. If the container is microwave oven safe (transparent to microwave energy), the empty container should remain comfortably cool and the water should be hot. If the container is hot, it has absorbed some microwave energy and should NOT be used. This test cannot be used for plastic containers.

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Oven Components Diagram

m i d j g d f k a b n e o h c d l a

External Air Vent

Internal Air Vent

Door Safety Lock System

Exhaust Air Vent

Control Panel

Identification Plate

Glass Tray

Roller Ring

Heat/Vapor Barrier Film

(do not remove) j

Menu Label

(do not remove) k

Waveguide Cover

(do not remove) l

Door Release Button

Wire Rack

Browning Dish

Browning Dish Handle

ORDER FORM

DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER

Instructions / Operating Manual (this book)

Glass Tray

Roller Ring Assembly

Wire Rack

Browning Dish

Browning Dish Handle

F00036M60AP

F06015Q00AP

F290D5R00AP

F060V5U00XN

F46065R00AP

F10855R00AP

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PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY

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You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearest service center by visiting our Web Site:

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Control Panel

Display Window

Power Level

Pad

(

☛ page 12)

Sensor Reheat

Pad

(

☛ page 16)

Sensor Cook

Pad

(

☛ page 16)

Number Pads

Timer

Pad

(

☛ page 21)

Clock

Pad

(

☛ page 11)

Quick Min

Pad

(

☛ page 12)

Keep Warm

Pad

(

☛ page 12)

(

Popcorn

Pad

☛

☛ page 13)

Brown

Pad page 19)

Auto Brown Cook

Pads (

☛ page 20)

Inverter Turbo Defrost

Pad (

☛ page 14)

More/Less

Pad

(

☛ page 13)

Stop/Reset

Pad

Before cooking:

One tap clears memory.

During cooking:

One tap temporarily stops the cooking process. Another tap cancels all your instructions and time of day or colon appears in the

Display Window

Start

Pad

One tap allows oven to begin functioning. If door is opened or

Stop/Reset

Pad is pressed once during oven operation,

Start

Pad must be pressed again to restart oven.

Beep Sound:

When a pad is pressed correctly, a beep will be heard.

If a pad is pressed and no beep is heard, the unit did not or cannot accept the instruction.

When operating, the oven will beep twice between programmed stages. At the end of any complete program, the oven will beep 5 times.

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Starting to Use

Your Oven!

Display Window

• Plug into a properly grounded electrical outlet.

The oven automatically defaults to the imperial measure system

(oz/lb).

If you wish to use metric system (g/kg):

• Press

Start

to convert to metric. Verify your selection in the display window.

• Press

Stop/Reset

➤

Colon appears in the display window.

Child Safety Lock

This feature prevents the electronic operation of the oven until cancelled. It does not lock the door.

To Set:

• Press

Start

3 times.

“Child” appears in the display window.

➤

"Child" continues to be displayed until

Child Lock is cancelled. Keypads may be pressed but the microwave will not start.

To Cancel:

• Press

Stop/Reset

3 times.

➤

The display will return to colon or time of day when

Child Lock has been cancelled.

NOTE:

You can set Child Lock feature when the display shows a colon or time of day.

Setting the Clock

Example: To set 11:25 a.m. or p.m.

• Press

Clock

once.

➤

Colon flashes.

• Enter time of day using the number pads.

➤

Time appears in the display window; colon continues flashing.

• Press

Clock

➤

Colon stops flashing; time of day is entered.

NOTES:

1. To reset the clock, repeat step 1-3.

2. The clock will retain the time of day as long as the oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied.

3. Clock is a 12 hour display.

4. Oven will not operate while colon is flashing.

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Selecting Power

& Cook Time

Example: To cook at P 6 (MEDIUM) power for 1 minute 30 seconds

Press 5 times.

• Press

Power Level

until the desired power level appears in the display window.

• Set Cooking Time using number pads.

• Press

Start

➤

Cooking will start.

The time in the display window will count down.

Press once twice

3 times

4 times

5 times

6 times

7 times

8 times

9 times

10 times

Power Level

P10 (HIGH)

P7 (MEDIUM-HIGH)

P6 (MEDIUM)

P3 (MEDIUM-LOW)/DEFROST

P1 (LOW)

NOTES:

1. For more than one stage cooking, repeat steps 1 and 2 for each stage of cooking before pressing

Start

Pad. The maximum number of stages for cooking is 5.

When operating, two beeps will sound between each stage. Five beeps will sound at the end of the entire sequence.

2. When selecting P10 (HIGH) power for the first stage, you may begin at step 2.

3. When selecting P10 (HIGH) power, the maximum programmable time is 30 minutes. For other power levels, the maximum time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

4. For reheating, use P10 (HIGH) for liquids, P7 (MEDIUM-HIGH) for most foods and P6 (MEDIUM) for dense foods.

5. For defrosting, use P3 (MEDIUM-LOW).

DO NOT OVER COOK.

This oven requires less time to cook than an older unit. Over cooking will cause food to dry out and may cause a fire. A microwave oven’s cooking power tells you the amount of microwave power available for cooking.

Quick Min Feature

This feature allows you to set or add cooking time in 1 minute increments up to

10 minutes.

To Set Cooking Time:

• Press

Quick Min

until the desired cooking time (up to 10 minutes) appears in the display window.

Power Level is pre-set at P10.

Press

Start

Cooking begins and the time will count down.

At the end of cooking,

5 beeps sound.

NOTES:

1. If desired, you can use other power levels. Select desired power level before setting cooking time.

2. After setting the time by

Quick Min

Pad, you cannot use Number Pads.

Quick Min

Pad can be used to add more time during manual cooking.

Keep Warm Feature

This feature will keep food warm for up to

30 minutes after cooking.

Example: To keep 2 cups of gravy warm

• Press

Keep Warm

• Set warming time, up to 30 minutes.

• Press

Start

➤

Keep Warm will start. The time in the display window will count down.

NOTE:

Keep Warm

can be programmed as the final stage after cook time/s have been manually entered. It cannot be used in combination with sensor or auto features.

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Automatic features are provided for your convenience. If results are not suitable to your individual preference or if serving size is other than what is listed on page 17, please refer to page 12 for manual cooking.

Popcorn Feature

Example: To pop 3.5 oz. of popcorn

• Press

Popcorn

until the desired size appears in the display window.

Press once twice

3 times

Weight

3.5 oz (99 g)

3.0 oz (85 g)

1.75 oz (50 g)

(see

More/Less

Feature.)

Optional

• Press

Start

➤

After several seconds, cooking time appears in the display window and begins to count down.

NOTES ON POPCORN FEATURE:

1. Pop one bag at a time.

2. Place bag in oven according to manufacturers’ directions.

3. Start with popcorn at room temperature.

4. Allow popped corn to sit unopened for a few minutes.

5. Open bag carefully to prevent burns, because steam will escape.

6. Do not reheat unpopped kernels or reuse bag.

NOTE:

If popcorn is of a different weight than listed, follow instructions on popcorn package.

Never leave the oven unattended.

If popping slows to 2 to 3 seconds between pops, stop oven.

Overcooking can cause fire.

REMARKS:

When popping multiple bags one right after the other, the cooking times may vary slightly. This does not affect the popcorn results.

More/Less Feature

For Popcorn:

By using the

More/Less

Pad, the programs can be adjusted to cook popcorn for a longer or shorter time if desired.

1 tap = Adds Approx. 10 secs.

2 taps = Adds Approx. 20 secs.

3 taps = Subtracts Approx. 10 secs.

4 taps = Subtracts Approx. 20 secs.

5 taps = original setting

Press

More/Less

pad before pressing

Start

For Sensor Reheat/Cook:

Preferences for food doneness vary with each individual. After having used the

Sensor Reheat/Cook

feature a few times, you may decide you would prefer your food cooked to a different doneness.

1 tap = More (Adds Approx. 10% time)

2 taps = Less (Subtracts Approx. 10% time)

3 taps = original setting

Press

More/Less

pad before pressing

Start

For Auto Brown Cook:

Preferences for food doneness vary with each individual. After preheating and pressing auto brown cook pad,

More/Less

pad can be used to adjust to cook for a longer or shorter time if desired.

1 tap = More (Adds Approx. 10% time)

2 taps = Less (Subtracts Approx. 10% time)

3 taps = original setting

Press

More/Less

pad before pressing

Start

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Inverter Turbo Defrost Feature

This feature allows you to defrost foods such as: meat, poultry and seafood simply by entering the weight.

Example: To defrost 1.5 pounds of meat

Place food on microwave safe dish.

• Press

Inverter Turbo

Defrost

• Enter weight of the food using the number pads.

• Press

Start

Defrosting will start.

The time will count down. Larger weight foods will cause a signal midway through defrosting. If 2 beeps sound, turn over, rearrange foods or shield with aluminum foil.

Conversion Chart:

Follow the chart to convert ounces or hundredths of a pound into tenths of a pound. To use Inverter Turbo Defrost, enter the weight of the food in lbs. (1.0) and tenths of a lb. (0.1). If a piece of meat weighs 1.95 lbs. or 1 lb. 14 oz., enter 1.9 lbs.

Ounces

1 - 2

3 - 4

6 - 7

9 - 10

11 - 12

14 - 15

Hundredths of a Pound

.01 - .05

.06 - .15

.16 - .25

.26 - .35

.36 - .45

.46 - .55

.56 - .65

.66 - .75

.76 - .85

.86 - .95

Tenths of a Pound

0.0

0.1

0.2

0.3

0.4

0.5

0.6

0.7

0.8

0.9

Defrosting Tips & Techniques

Preparation For Freezing:

1. Freeze meats, poultry, and fish in packages with only 1 or 2 layers of food. Place wax paper between layers.

2. Package in heavy-duty plastic wraps, bags (labeled “For Freezer”), or freezer paper.

3. Remove as much air as possible.

4. Seal securely, date, and label.

To Defrost:

1. Remove wrapper. This helps moisture to evaporate. Juices from food can get hot and cook the food.

2. Set food in microwave safe dish.

3. Place roasts fat-side down. Place whole poultry breast-side down.

4. Select power and minimum time so that items will be under-defrosted.

5. Drain liquids during defrosting.

6. Turn over (invert) items during defrosting.

7. Shield edges and ends if needed. (See Cooking Techniques).

After Defrosting:

1. Large items may be icy in the center. Defrosting will complete during STANDING TIME.

2. Let stand, covered, following stand time directions on page 15.

3. Rinse foods indicated in the chart.

4. Items which have been layered should be rinsed separately or have a longer stand time.

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Defrosting Tips & Techniques

(continued)

FOOD

Fish and Seafood

[up to 3 lbs. (1.4 kg)]

Crabmeat

Fish Steaks

Fish Fillets

Sea Scallops

Whole fish

Meat

Ground Meat

Roasts

-4 lbs. (1.1-1.8 kg)]

Chops/Steak

Ribs/T-bone

Stew Meat

Liver (thinly sliced)

Bacon (sliced)

Poultry

Chicken, Whole

[up to 3 lbs. (1.4 kg)]

Cutlets

Pieces

Cornish Hens

Turkey Breast

[5-6 lbs. (2.3-2.7 kg)]

DEFROST

TIME at P3 mins (per lb)

6 to 8

4 to 8

4 to 6

4 to 5

4 to 8

4 to 6

6 to 8

DURING DEFROSTING

AFTER DEFROSTING

Stand Time Rinse

Break apart/Rearrange

Turn over

Turn over/Rearrange/Shield ends

Break apart/Remove defrosted pieces

Turn over

Turn over/Remove defrosted portion/Shield edges

Turn over/Shield ends and defrosted surface

Turn over/Rearrange/Shield ends and defrosted surface

5 min.

10 min.

30 min. in refrig.

Turn over/Rearrange/Shield ends and defrosted surface

Break apart/Rearrange/

Remove defrosted pieces

Drain liquid/Turn over/

Separate pieces

Turn over

5 min.

- - - -

YES

20 min. in refrig.

Turn over/Shield

Break apart/Turn over/

Remove defrosted Pieces

Break apart/Turn over/Shield

Turn over/Shield

5 min.

10 min.

20 min. in refrig.

YES

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Sensor Reheat

Feature

This sensor feature allows you to reheat precooked, refrigerated temperature food without setting time. The oven simplifies programming.

Example: To reheat a plate of food

Optional

• Press

Sensor Reheat

(see

More/Less

Feature)

(

☛ page 13)

Sensor Cook

Feature

This sensor feature allows you to cook food without setting time. The oven simplifies programming.

Example: To cook a 10 oz. Frozen Entrées

Press 6 times

• Press until the desired category appears on the display window.

(see

More/Less

Feature)

(

☛ page 13)

Optional

• Press

Start

➤

Cooking starts.

• Press

Start

➤

Cooking starts.

After steam is detected by the Genius

Sensor, 2 beeps sound.

The remaining cooking time appears in the display window and begins to count down.

At the end of cooking, five beeps sound.

NOTE:

Casseroles

- Add 3 to 4 tablespoons of liquid, cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.

Stir when time appears in the display window.

Canned foods

- Empty contents into casserole dish or serving bowl, cover dish with lid or vented plastic wrap. After reheating, let stand for a few minutes.

Plate of food

- Arrange food on plate; top with butter, gravy, etc. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. After reheating, let stand for a few minutes.

DO NOT USE SENSOR REHEAT:

1. To reheat bread and pastry products. Use manual power and time for these foods.

2. For raw or uncooked foods.

3. If oven cavity is warm. *

4. For beverages.

5. For frozen foods.

* If the oven has been using Browner feature, and it is too hot to be used with an

Auto Sensor Features, "Hot" will appear in the display window, and fan will turn on for Cooling. After "Hot" disappears, the

Sensor Program may be used. If in a hurry, cook food manually by selecting the correct Microwave power and cooking time yourself.

After steam is detected by the Genius

Sensor, 2 beeps sound.

The remaining cooking time appears in the display window and begins to count down.

At the end of cooking, five beeps sound.

For the best results with the

GENIUS SENSOR

, follow these recommendations.

BEFORE

Reheating/Cooking:

1. The room temperature surrounding the oven should be below 95° F (35° C).

2. Food weight should exceed 4 oz. (110 g).

3. Be sure the glass tray, the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Residual beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.

4. Cover food with lid, or with vented plastic wrap. Never use tightly sealed plastic containers—they can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.

DURING

Reheating/Cooking:

DO NOT open the oven door until 2 beeps sound and cooking time appears on the

Display Window. Doing so will cause inaccurate cooking since the steam from food is no longer contained within the oven cavity.

Once the cooking time begins to count down, the oven door may be opened to stir, turn, or rearrange foods.

AFTER

Reheating/Cooking:

All foods should have a stand time.

F00036M60AP 2004.4.6 12:05 Page 19

Recipe

1. Oatmeal

2. Breakfast Sausage

3. Potatoes

4. Fresh Vegetables

5. Frozen Vegetables

6. Frozen Entrées

Sensor Cook Chart

Serving/Weight

0.5 - 1 cup

(40 - 80 g)

2- 8 links

Hints

Place inside a microwave safe serving bowl with no cover. Follow manufacturers' directions for preparation.

Follow manufacturers' directions for preparation of pre-cooked breakfast sausage. Place in a radial pattern.

1 - 4 maximum Pierce each potato with a fork 6 times spacing

(6 - 8 oz. each) around surface. Place potato or potatoes around

(170 - 225 g) the edge of paper-towel-lined glass tray (Turntable), at least 1 inch (2.5cm) apart. Do not cover.

Let stand 5 minutes to complete cooking.

4 - 16 oz.

(110 - 450 g)

All pieces should be the same size. Wash thoroughly, add 1 tbsp of water per 1 /

2 cup of vegetables, and cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Do not salt/butter until after cooking.

6 - 16 oz.

(170 - 450 g)

Wash thoroughly, add 1 tbsp of water per

2 cup of vegetables, and cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.

Do not salt/butter until after cooking. (Not suitable for vegetables in butter or sauce.) After 2 beeps, stir or rearrange.

8 - 32 oz.

(225 - 900 g)

Follow manufacturers' directions for preparation.

After 2 beeps, stir or rearrange. Be careful when removing the film cover after cooking. Remove facing away from you to avoid steam burns.

If additional time is needed, continue to cook manually.

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Microwave Recipes

OMELET

Basic Omelet

1 tablespoon butter or margarine

2 eggs

2 tablespoons milk salt and ground black pepper, if desired

Heat butter in a microwave safe 9-inch pie plate, 20 seconds at P10, or until melted.

Turn the plate to coat the bottom with butter.

Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients in a separate bowl, beat together and pour into the pie plate.

Cover with vented plastic wrap, and cook at

P6 power for 3-4 minutes. Let stand 2 minutes. With a spatula, loosen the edges of the omelet from the plate, fold into thirds to serve.

Always use scrambled eggs.

Yield:

1 serving

NOTE:

Double ingredients for a 4 egg

Omelet. (Cook at P6 power for 5 minutes.)

CASSEROLE

Shepherd’s Pie

1 pound lean ground beef

2 cup frozen peas, thawed

1 /

4 cup chopped onion

1 tablespoon gravy powder

2 teaspoon curry powder

4 teaspoon salt

4 teaspoon ground black pepper

2 cups mashed potatoes

In a 2-Qt. casserole dish, crumble the ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes at P6 or until the meat is cooked, stirring twice.

Add the remaining ingredients, except for potatoes. Stir well, and then spread the potatoes evenly on the top. Cover with a lid or vented plastic wrap and cook at P6 power for 16-18 minutes.

Yield:

4 servings

In a 2-Qt. casserole, melt the butter for

40 seconds at P10. Add onion and garlic and cook for 1 minute at P10. Stir in flour, mustard, salt and pepper, and gradually add the milk. Cook for 3-4 minutes at P10 until sauce thickens, stirring once. Add the cheddar cheese, stirring thoroughly. Pour and stir the sauce into the macaroni, in a 3-

Qt. casserole.Top with bread crumbs and paprika. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook at P6 power for 16-18 minutes.

Yield:

6 servings

Beef and Macaroni Casserole

1 pound lean ground beef

1 small onion, chopped

1 /

2 green bell pepper, chopped

1 cup chopped celery

2 15 oz. cans tomato sauce

4 cups water

1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni

1 teaspoon parsley

1 /

2 teaspoon salt

4 teaspoon ground black pepper

2 cup grated cheddar cheese

Crumble the ground beef in a 3-Qt. casserole. Cook for 5-7 minutes at P6 or until the meat is cooked, stirring twice.

Stir in onion, peppers and celery. Cook for

3-4 minutes at P10. Stir in the remaining ingredients, except cheese. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook at P6 power for

16-18 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand 5 minutes.

Yield:

4-6 servings

Macaroni and Cheese

4 cup butter

2 tablespoons chopped onion

1 clove minced garlic

1 /

4 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon dry mustard

1 teaspoon salt

4 teaspoon ground black pepper

2 cups milk

2 cups grated cheddar cheese

8 oz. ( 1 /

2 lb dry weight) macaroni, cooked and drained

3 cup bread crumbs

1 teaspoon paprika

Tuna Casserole

1 6 oz. can tuna, drained and flaked

4 cups cooked and drained noodles

1 10

4 oz. can condensed cream of mushroom soup

1 4 oz. can mushroom pieces and stems, drained

1 16 oz. package frozen peas, defrosted

4 cup milk

1 cup crushed potato chips

1 /

2 cup grated cheddar cheese

In a 3-Qt. casserole, combine tuna, noodles, soup, mushrooms, peas and milk; mix well. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook at P6 power for 16-18 minutes.

Top with potato chips and cheese before serving.

Yield:

4-6 servings

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Press

Brown Feature

This feature allows you to brown, crisp, or toast the surface of your food.

Example: To brown bread for 3 minutes

• Press

Brown

Pad.

• Set Cooking Time using number pads.

• Press

Start

➤

Cooking time will appear on the

Display Window and begin to count down.

Place food to be Browned on Wire Rack and place Wire Rack on Glass Tray. A heat-resistant dish can be placed underneath Wire Rack to catch oil drippings from foods. Press Brown pad, set the time and start the oven.

If needed, the food being Browned can be turned over after half the Browning time has elapsed. When the oven door is opened, the program is interrupted.

Carefully take out wire rack using oven mitts, turn the food over, and place it back into oven. Close the door and restart oven. While Browning, the oven door can be opened at any time to check the food.

Wire Rack

Directions for Browning

When Browning, heat is radiated from the two elements at the top of the oven. The

Browning elements do not require preheating. Browning is particularly useful for reheating crispy foods such as fried chicken or chicken nuggets. It is also suitable for hot sandwiches and au gratin dishes.

Heat-resistant dish Glass Tray

Caution:

1. Food and accessories will be hot after browning. Use oven mitts when handling.

DO NOT

use browning dish on wire rack. Browning dish should only be used on glass tray.

Suggested Cooking Times for Manual Brown

Recipe Serving/Weight Suggested Browning Times

(1) Toast Bread

(2) Melt Cheese Over

Casserole

(3) Crisp Coating of

2 slices (2 oz.)

1 oz. cheese over casserole

4 oz. (110 g)

2'30"-4'00" turn over and brown 2'00"-3'00" more

2'00"

3'30" turn over and brown 3'00" more

Fried Chicken/Fish

If needed, please use microwave to heat the food first, then use Manual Brown to brown the surface of the food.

F00036M60AP 2004.4.6 12:05 Page 22

Auto Brown Cook Feature

These are tested and pre-timed for the quantity of food listed in auto brown cook chart.

Locale, power fluctuations and personal tastes are not taken into account. Should you prefer your food cooked differently, use power and time method shown on page 12 for microwave, and time method for brown on page 19.

Example: To cook 6 oz. (170 g) of Pizza

NOTES:

1. Steps 3-5 must be accomplished in the three-

Press

• Place browning dish on glass tray. Press

Preheat

• Press pad.

Start

➤

Preheating will start. The time in the display window will count down.

After preheating, a long beep will be heard every 11 seconds for a time frame of three minutes. Open the door, carefully remove browning dish using browning dish handle, place food into the browning dish, and place browning dish onto the glass tray.

minute time frame; otherwise all the auto brown cook pads will be deactivated. Opening the door or pressing the

Stop/Reset

pad once during the three-minute time frame, will not deactivate the Auto Brown Cook pads.

2. The browning dish must be preheated by using the preheat pad in order to select the following menu items.

3. During preheating, DO NOT open door or press the

Stop/Reset

pad because this will interrupt preheating. If this is accidentally done, preheat can be reset by pressing the

Start

pad.

Note the reset preheat time becomes longer than the original preheat time for up to 7 min.

37 sec. This is because the browning dish needs to reach proper temperatures for best

Press once

Optional

Press

• Close door and press desired Auto Brown cook pad until the desired serving/weight appears in the display window.

(see

More/Less

Feature)

(

☛ page 13)

• Press

Start

➤

Cooking starts. The time in the display window will count down.

cooking results.

4. Place food on browning dish immediately after preheating for best cooking results; do not allow browning dish to cool. If browning dish stands for longer than 1 minute after preheating, the temperature may decrease and affect cooking performance.

5. After preheating has been completed and an

Auto Brown Cook pad has been selected, there is a 1-minute time frame to select a different Auto Brown Cook pad.

6. Within 1 minute after completing Auto Brown

Cooking, another Auto Brown Cook pad can be selected without preheating. Select Auto

Brown Cook pad and then

Start

pad.

7. These menu items use energy from both the microwave and the browner.

Auto Brown Cook Chart

1. Pizza

Recipe

2. Grilled Sandwich

3. Chicken Nuggets

4. Fried Chicken

Serving/Weight Hints

6, 9, 15 oz.

Pizza must be less than 10 inches or less than 25cm

(170, 260, 430 g) to fit into browning dish. Place frozen pizza into preheated browning dish.

1 sandwich

4 - 6 pieces

8 - 10 pieces

Place fresh sandwich into preheated browning dish.

Place pre-cooked refrigerated chicken nuggets into preheated browning dish. Turn chicken nuggets over when beep sounds.

4, 8, 12 oz Place pre-cooked refrigerated fried chicken into pre-

( 110, 225, 340 g ) heated browning dish.

NOTE:

Pizza is the only menu which displays one serving size while the customer can use a range of serving sizes (see pizza label below or on the oven).

Display of Pizza Serving Sizes

6 oz. (170 g)

9 oz. (260 g)

15 oz. (430 g)

Pizza Serving Sizes Able to Use

6 - 8 oz. (170 - 227 g)

8.1 - 14 oz. (228 - 482 g)

14.1 - 17 oz. (398 - 482 g)

F00036M60AP 2004.4.6 12:05 Page 23

Timer Feature

This feature allows you to program the oven as a kitchen timer. It can also be used to program a standing time after cooking is completed and/or to program a delay start.

To Use as a Kitchen Timer:

Example: To count down 5 minutes.

• Press

Timer

CAUTION:

If oven lamp is lit while using the timer feature, the oven is incorrectly programed. Stop oven immediately and re-read instructions.

To Set Delay Start:

Example: To delay the start of cooking for 5 minutes, and cook at P6 power for 3 minutes.

• Press

Timer

• Set desired amount of time using number pads.

(up to 99 minutes and

99 seconds).

• Press

Start

➤

Time will count down without oven operating.

Press 5 times

• Enter desired amount of delay time using number pads. (up to

99 minutes and 99 seconds)

• Enter the desired

Power Level

(see page 12 for directions).

Set desired cooking time using number pads.

To Set Stand Time:

Example: To cook at P6 power for 3 minutes, with stand time of

5 minutes.

Press 5 times

• Enter the desired

Power Level

(see page 12 for directions).

Set desired cooking time using number pads.

• Press

Timer

• Set desired amount of

Stand Time using number pads. (up to

99 minutes and 99 seconds)

• Press

Start

➤

Cooking will start.

After cooking, stand time will count down without oven operating.

• Press

Start

➤

Delay time will count down. Then cooking will start.

NOTE:

1. When each stage finishes, a two-beep signal sounds. At the end of the program, the oven will beep five times.

2. If the oven door is opened during

Stand Time, Kitchen Timer or Delay

Time, the time on the display will continue to count down.

3. Stand time and Delay start cannot be programmed before any automatic function. This is to prevent the starting temperature of food from rising before defrosting or cooking begins. A change in starting temperature could cause inaccurate results.

F00036M60AP 2004.4.6 12:05 Page 24

Microwave Shortcuts

To melt

FOOD

Chocolate

1 square, 1 oz. (28 g)

To melt

Chocolate

2 cup (125 ml) chips

POWER

To soften refrigerated

Butter

, P3 (MED-LOW)

1 stick, 1 /

4 pound (110 g)

To melt refrigerated

Butter

, P6 (MEDIUM)

1 stick, 1 /

4 pound (110 g)

P6 (MEDIUM)

TIME

(in mins.)

To separate refrigerated P10 (High)

Bacon

1 pound (450 g)

30 sec. Remove wrapper and place in microwave safe dish. After heating, use a plastic spatula to separate slices.

To soften

Brown Sugar

P10 (High) 20 - 30 sec. Place brown sugar in microwave safe dish

1 cup (250 ml) with a slice of bread. Cover with lid or plastic wrap.

DIRECTIONS

Remove wrapper and place butter in a microwave safe dish.

- 2 Remove wrapper and place butter in a microwave safe dish covered with lid or vented plastic wrap.

1 - 1

Remove wrapper and place chocolate in a microwave safe dish. After heating, stir

1 - 1 1 /

2 until completely melted.

Note: Chocolate holds its shape even when softened.

To toast

Coconut

1 /

2 cup (125 ml)

P10 (High)

To soften

Cream Cheese

, P3 (MED-LOW)

8 oz. (225 g)

To brown

Ground Beef

, P10 (High)

1 pound (450 g)

1 - 2

4 - 5

Place in a microwave safe dish.

Stir every 30 seconds.

Remove wrapper and place in a microwave safe bowl.

Crumble into a microwave safe colander set into another dish. Cover with plastic wrap. Stir twice. Drain grease.

To cook

Vegetables

Fresh

( 1 /

2 lb)

(225 g)

High

Frozen

(10 oz)

(285 g)

Canned

(15 oz)

(430 g)

High

- 4 All pieces should be the same size. Wash thoroughly, add 1 tbsp of water per 1 /

2 cup of vegetables, and cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Do not salt/butter until after cooking.

- 4 Wash thoroughly, add 1 tbsp of water per

2 cup of vegetables, and cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Do not salt/butter until after cooking. (Not suitable for vegetables in butter or sauce.)

3 1 /

- 4 Empty contents into microwave safe serving bowl. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.

F00036M60AP 2004.4.6 12:05 Page 25

Microwave Shortcuts

(continued)

FOOD POWER TIME

(in mins.)

DIRECTIONS

To cook baked

Potato

(6 - 8 oz. each)

(170 - 225 g)

Pierce each potato with a fork 6 times spacing around surface. Place potato or potatoes around the edge of paper-towel-

- 4 lined glass tray (Turntable), at least 1 inch

(2.5 cm) apart. Do not cover. Let stand 5

6 - 7 minutes to complete cooking.

To soften

Ice Cream

2 gallon (2 L)

To steam

Hand Towels

- 4 P10 (High) 20 - 30 sec. Soak in water, then wring out excess.

Place on a microwave safe dish.

Heat. Present immediately.

P3 (MED-LOW) 1 - 1

Check often to prevent melting.

Cup of liquid

To boil water, broth

, etc.

P10 (High)

1 cup, 8 oz. (250 ml)

2 cups, 16 oz. (500 ml)

Cup of liquid

To warm Beverage

1 cup, 8 oz. (250 ml)

2 cups, 16 oz. (500 ml)

To roast

Nuts

1 1 /

2 cups (375 ml)

P10 (High)

- 2 Heated liquids can erupt if not stirred.

2 1 /

- 3 Do not heat liquids in microwave oven without stirring before heating.

To toast

To skin

Sesame Seeds

4 cup (60 ml)

Tomatoes

(one at a time)

To remove

Cooking Odors

P10 (High)

1 1 /

- 2

2 1 /

- 3

3 - 4 Spread nuts into a 9-inch (23 cm) microwave safe pie plate.

Stir occasionally.

2 - 2

Place in a small microwave safe bowl.

Stir twice.

30 sec.

Place tomato into a microwave safe bowl containing boiling water. Rinse and peel.

Repeat for each tomato.

5 Combine 1 to 1

2 cups (250 - 375 ml) water with the juice and peel of one lemon in a 2 quart microwave safe bowl.

After water finishes boiling, wipe interior of oven with a cloth.

F00036M60AP 2004.4.6 12:05 Page 26

Food Characteristics Cooking Techniques

Bone and Fat

Both bone and fat affect cooking. Bones may cause irregular cooking. Meat next to the tips of bones may overcook while meat positioned under a large bone, such as a ham bone, may be undercooked. Large amounts of fat absorb microwave energy and the meat next to these areas may overcook.

Density

Porous, airy foods such as breads, cakes or rolls take less time to cook than heavy, dense foods such as potatoes and roasts. When reheating donuts or other foods with different centers be very careful. Certain foods have centers made with sugar, water, or fat and these centers attract microwaves (For example, jelly donuts). When a jelly donut is heated, the jelly can become extremely hot while the exterior remains warm to the touch. This could result in a burn if the food is not allowed to cool properly in the center.

Quantity

Two potatoes take longer to cook than one potato. As the quantity of the food decreases so does the cooking time. Overcooking will cause the moisture content in the food to decrease and a fire could result.

Never leave microwave unattended while in use.

Shape

Uniform sizes heat more evenly. The thin end of a drumstick will cook more quickly than the meaty end. To compensate for irregular shapes, place thin parts toward the center of the dish and thick pieces toward the edge.

Size

Thin pieces cook more quickly than thick pieces.

Piercing

Foods with skins or membranes must be pierced scored or have a strip of skin peeled before cooking to allow steam to escape. Pierce clams, oysters, chicken livers, whole potatoes and whole vegetables. Whole apples or new potatoes should have a 1-inch strip of skin peeled before cooking. Score sausages and frankfurters. Do not

Cook/Reheat whole eggs with or without the shell. Steam build up in whole eggs may cause them to explode, and possibly damage the oven or cause injury.

Reheating SLICED hard-boiled eggs and cooking SCRAMBLED eggs is safe.

Browning

Foods will not have the same brown appearance as conventionally cooked foods or those foods which are cooked utilizing a browning feature. Meats and poultry may be coated with browning sauce,

Worcestershire sauce, barbecue sauce or shake-on browning sauce. To use, combine browning sauce with melted butter or margarine and brush on before cooking.

For quick breads or muffins, brown sugar can be used in the recipe in place of granulated sugar, or the surface can be sprinkled with dark spices before baking.

Spacing

Individual foods, such as baked potatoes, cupcakes and appetizers, will cook more evenly if placed in the oven equal distances apart. When possible, arrange foods in a circular pattern.

Starting Temperature

Foods that are at room temperature take less time to cook than if they are chilled, refrigerated, or frozen.

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Cooking Techniques

(continued)

Covering

As with conventional cooking, moisture evaporates during microwave cooking.

Casserole lids or plastic wrap are used for a tighter seal. When using plastic wrap, vent the plastic wrap by folding back part of the plastic wrap from the edge of the dish to allow steam to escape. Loosen or remove plastic wrap as recipe directs for stand time.

When removing plastic wrap covers, as well as any glass lids, be careful to remove them away from you to avoid steam burns.

Various degrees of moisture retention are also obtained by using wax paper or paper towels.

Shielding

Thin areas of meat and poultry cook more quickly than meaty portions. To prevent overcooking, these thin areas can be shielded with strips of aluminum foil. Wooden toothpicks may be used to hold the foil in place.

CAUTION

is to be exercised when using foil. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven wall or door and damage to your oven will result.

Cooking time

A range of cooking time is given in each recipe. The time range compensates for the uncontrollable differences in food shapes, starting temperature, and regional preferences. Always cook food for the minimum cooking time given in a recipe and check for doneness. If the food is undercooked, continue cooking. It is easier to add time to an undercooked product. Once the food is overcooked, nothing can be done.

Stirring

Stirring is usually necessary during microwave cooking. Always bring the cooked outside edges toward the center and the less cooked center portions toward the outside of the dish.

Rearranging

Rearrange small items such as chicken pieces, shrimp, hamburger patties, or pork chops. Rearrange pieces from the edge to the center and pieces from the center to the edge of the dish.

Turning

It is not possible to stir some foods to distribute the heat evenly. At times, microwave energy will concentrate in one area of the food. To help insure even cooking, these food need to be turned. Turn over large foods, such as roasts or turkeys, halfway through cooking.

Stand Time

Most foods will continue to cook by conduction after the microwave oven is turned off.

In meat cookery, the internal temperature will rise 5°F to 15°F (3°C to 8°C), if allowed to stand, tented with foil, for 10 to 15 minutes. Casseroles and vegetables need a shorter amount of standing time, but this standing time is necessary to allow foods to complete cooking to the center without overcooking on the edges.

Test for Doneness

The same tests for doneness used in conventional cooking may be used for microwave cooking. Meat is done when fork-tender or splits at fibers. Chicken is done when juices are clear yellow and drumstick moves freely. Fish is done when it flakes and is opaque. Cake is done when a toothpick or cake tester is inserted and comes out clean.

ABOUT FOOD SAFETY AND

COOKING TEMPERATURE

• Check foods to see that they are cooked to the United States Department of

Agriculture’s recommended temperatures.

TEMP

160˚F

FOOD

...for fresh pork, ground meat, boneless white poultry, fish, seafood, egg dishes and frozen prepared food.

165˚F

170˚F

...for leftover, ready-to-reheat refrigerated, and deli and carryout “fresh” food.

...white meat of poultry.

180˚F ...dark meat of poultry.

To test for doneness, insert a meat thermometer in a thick or dense area away from fat or bone. NEVER leave the thermometer in the food during cooking, unless it is approved for microwave oven use.

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Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven

After cooking, the oven should be cleaned with a soft cloth moistened with soapy water. If the oven is not cleaned occasionally to eliminate grease, it can accumulate and cause the oven to "Smoke" during use.

BEFORE CLEANING:

Unplug oven at wall outlet. If outlet is inaccessible, leave oven door open while cleaning.

AFTER CLEANING:

Be sure to place the Roller Ring and the Glass

Tray in the proper position and press

Stop/Reset Pad to clear the Display.

Menu Label:

Do not remove, wipe with a damp cloth.

Oven Door:

Wipe with a soft dry cloth when steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door. During cooking, especially under high humidity conditions, steam is given off from the food. (Some steam will condense on cooler surfaces, such as the oven door. This is normal.)

Inside surface is covered with a heat and vapor barrier film.

Do not remove.

Glass Tray:

Remove and wash in warm soapy water or in a dishwasher.

Outside oven surfaces:

Clean with a damp cloth.

To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into ventilation openings.

Inside of the oven:

Wipe with a damp cloth after using. Mild detergent may be used if needed.

Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives.

Control Panel:

* Covered with a removable protective film to prevent scratches during shipping. Small bubbles may appear under this film.

(

Hint - To remove film, apply masking or clear tape to an exposed corner and pull gently.

)

* If the Control Panel becomes wet, clean it with a soft dry cloth. Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives.

Roller Ring and oven cavity floor:

Clean the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent water or window cleaner, and dry. Roller Ring may be washed in mild soapy water or dishwasher. These areas should be kept clean to avoid excessive noise.

Do not remove waveguide cover:

It is important to keep cover clean in the same manner as the inside of the oven.

Wire Rack, Browning Dish and Browning Dish Handle:

1. Never use any sharp utensils on the dish as this will damage the non-stick surface.

2. After use, wash the wire rack, dish and handle in hot soapy water and rinse in hot water. Do not use any abrasive cleaning substances or scouring pads as this will damage the surface of the dish.

3. The wire rack, dish and handle are dishwasher safe.

IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE OVEN CLEAN AND DRY.

FOOD RESIDUE AND CONDENSATION MAY CAUSE RUSTING

OR ARCING AND DAMAGE TO THE OVEN. AFTER USE, WIPE

DRY ALL SURFACES-INCLUDING VENT OPENINGS, OVEN

SEAMS, AND UNDER GLASS TRAY.

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Before Requesting Service

These things are normal:

The oven causes interference with my TV.

Some radio and TV interference might occur when you cook with the microwave oven. This interference is similar to the interference caused by small appliances such as mixers, vacuums, blow dryers, etc. It does not indicate a problem with your oven.

Steam accumulates During cooking, steam and warm air are given off from the on the oven door and food. Most of the steam and warm air are removed from the warm air comes from oven by the air which circulates in the oven cavity. However, the oven vents.

some steam will condense on cooler surfaces such as the oven door. This is normal. After use, the oven should be wiped dry (see page 26).

PROBLEM

Oven will not turn on.

Oven will not start cooking.

The Glass Tray wobbles.

When the oven is operating, there is noise coming from the glass tray.

The word “Child” appears in the

Display Window

POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

The oven is not plugged in Remove plug from outlet, wait securely.

10 seconds and re-insert.

Circuit breaker or fuse is tripped or blown.

Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.

There is a problem with the Plug another appliance into the outlet.

outlet to check if it is working.

The door is not closed completely.

Close the oven door securely.

Start

Pad was not pressed Press

Start

Pad.

after programming.

Another program is already Press

Stop/Reset

Pad to cancel entered into the oven.

the previous program and enter new program.

The program is not correct. Program again according to the

Operating Instructions.

Stop/Reset

Pad has been Program oven again.

pressed accidentally.

The Glass Tray is not Take out Glass Tray and Roller positioned properly on the Ring. Wipe with a damp cloth and

Roller Ring or there is food reset Roller Ring and Glass Tray under the Roller Ring.

properly.

The Roller Ring and oven Clean these parts according to bottom are dirty.

Care and Cleaning of your

Microwave Oven

(see page 26).

The CHILD LOCK was activated by pressing

Start

pad 3 times.

Deactivate LOCK by pressing

Stop/Reset

pad 3 times.

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Limited Warranty & Customer Services Directory

PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,

DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC

CORPORATION OF AMERICA

One Panasonic Way

Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Panasonic Microwave Oven Product

Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic

Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase

("warranty period"), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.

PARTS LABOR

ALL PARTS

(EXCEPT MAGNETRON TUBE)

1 (ONE) YEAR 1 (ONE) YEAR

MAGNETRON TUBE 5 (FIVE) YEAR 1 (ONE) YEAR

During the "Labor" warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the "Parts" warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your product during the warranty period. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold "as is". A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service.

Carry-In or Mail-In Service

For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or visit Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com

For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER glass, plastic parts, temperature probes(if included) and normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a

Factory Service center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COV-

ERAGE". THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WAR-

RANTY

. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if applicable, or travel to and from the servicer. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.)

ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MER-

CHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have others rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor's

Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR

RESPONSIBILITY.

Customer Services Directory

PANASONIC SALES COMPANY,

DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA

ELECTRIC OF PUERTO RICO, INC.,

Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5

San Gabriel Industrial Park

Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and all

Customer Service inquiries please contact:

1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 9 am-7 pm, EST.

Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com

you can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearest service center by visiting our Web Site.

Accessory Purchases:

1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only)

Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032

(6 am to 5 pm Monday-Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST)

(Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check)

Service in Puerto Rico

Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/Factory Service center:

Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Phone (787) 750-4300 Fax (787) 768-2910

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QUICK GUIDE TO OPERATION

Feature

To set

Clock

(

☛ page 11)

To set

Power and Time

(

☛ page 12)

To Use

Child

Safety Lock

(

☛ page 11)

To cook using

Popcorn

(

☛ page 13)

To cook using

Quick Min

(

☛ page 12)

To reheat using

Sensor Reheat

(

☛ page 16)

To cook using

Sensor Cook

(

☛ page 16)

Press once.

Thru

Enter time of day.

Press to select Power Level.

Set cooking time.

To Set: To Cancel:

Press 3 times.

Select weight.

(up to 10 min.)

Press once.

Select Category.

How to Operate

Thru

Optional.

Press once.

Press.

Press 3 times.

Press.

To brown using

Brown

(

☛ page 19)

Press.

Thru

Set browning time.

Press.

To brown using

Auto Brown Cook

(

☛ page 20) e.g.

To defrost using

Inverter Turbo

Defrost

(

☛ page 14)

Press (After preheating) Press to select serving/weight.

Press once.

Thru

Set weight.

To use

Keep Warm

(

☛ page 12)

Thru

Optional.

Press once. Set keep warm time. (up to 30 min.)

Press.

To use as a

Kitchen Timer

(

☛ page 21)

To Set

Stand Time

(

☛ page 21)

To Set

Delay Start

(

☛ page 21)

Thru

Press once.

(

Input up to

4-stage cooking

) programs.

Set time.

Thru

Press once.

Set time.

(

Input up to

4-stage cooking

) programs.

Press once.

Set time.

Press.

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Specifications

Power Source:

Power Consumption:

Cooking Power: Microwave*:

Outside Dimensions

Brown:

(H x W x D):

Oven Cavity Dimensions

(H x W x D):

Operating Frequency:

Net Weight:

*IEC Test procedure

NN-G464

120 V, 60 Hz

11.2 Amps, 1,230 W

1,200 W

1,100 W

12 " x 20 " x 15 1 /

(304 mm x 510 mm x 392 mm)

" x 14

" x 13

(217 mm x 359 mm x 352 mm)

2,450 MHz

Approx. 27.5 lbs. (12.5 kg)

Specifications subject to change without notice.

User’s Record

The serial number of this product may be found on the back side of the oven. You should note the model number and the serial number of this oven in the space provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase for future reference.

Model No. _________________

Serial No. _________________

Date of Purchase ___________

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Panasonic Sales Company, Division

Company, Division of Matsushita of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico,

Electric Corporation of America

One Panasonic Way

Inc. (“PSC”)

Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5

Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 San Gabriel Industrial Park,

Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.