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To aid in reporting this microwave oven in case of loss or theft, please record below the model number and serial 
number located on the unit. We also suggest you record all the information listed and retain for future reference.

MODEL NUMBER  _______________________   SERIAL NUMBER  _____________
DATE OF PURCHASE ______________________
DEALER    ___________________________   TELEPHONE ________________  
SERvICER ___________________________   TELEPHONE ________________  

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.

TO PHONE: 

 

DIAL 1-800-BE-SHARP (237-4277) for:

 

 

SERVICE (for your nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer)

 

 

PARTS (for your authorized parts distributor)

 

 

ADDITIONAL CUSTOMER INFORMATION   

 

 

 

ACCESSORIES and COOKBOOK

TO WRITE:

 

 

Sharp Electronics Corporation

 

 

Customer Assistance Center

 

 

1300 Naperville Drive

 

 

Romeoville, IL 60446-1091

TO ACCESS INTERNET: 

www.sharpusa.com

Please provide the following information when you write or call: model number, serial number, date of purchase, 
your complete mailing address (including zip code), your daytime telephone number (including area code) and 
description of the problem.

F O R   C U S T O M E R   A S S I S T A N C E

Summary of Contents for CAROUSEL R-530E

Page 1: ...R 530E Followed by letter indicating color S stainless K black W white ...

Page 2: ... 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 TO PHONE DIAL ...

Page 3: ...ers step by step instructions in the display for using the oven from setting the clock to programming each feature It also includes Custom Help for instructions on using Child Lock Audible Signal Elimination and Auto Start There is a choice of English Spanish or French and a choice of U S Customary Unit pound or Metric kilograms Touch Custom Help and follow the directions displayed or check page 2...

Page 4: ...ion of all claims whether based on contract negligence strict liability or otherwise In no event shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property ...

Page 5: ...nawet basement nearaswimming pool or similar locations 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 table or counter 15 See door surface cleaning instructions on page 29 16 To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity a Do not overcook food Carefully attend to appli ance when paper plastic or other combustible materialsareplac...

Page 6: ... kit Built in kits are available to fit 27 or 30 cabinets Model Built in Kit model 27 30 R 530ES RK 51S27 RK 51S30 R 530EK RK 51 RK 51K30 R 530EW RK 51W RK 51W30 Your microwave oven can be built into a cabinet or wall by itself or above any electric wall oven or warming drawer using Sharp s built in kit RK 51S30 stainless RK 51K30 black RK 51W30 white or RK 51S27 stainless Your microwave oven cann...

Page 7: ...children or tripped over accidentally Notes 1 If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions consult a qualified electrician or service person 2 Neither Sharp nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the correct electrical connection procedures Radio or TV Interference Should there be any interfere...

Page 8: ...sing recipes or package directions check food a minute or two before the minimum time and add time accordingly I N F O R M AT I O N Y O U N E E D T O K N O W About Your Oven About Food FOOD DO DON T Eggs sausages nuts seeds fruits vegetables Puncture egg yolks before cooking to prevent explosion Pierce skins of potatoes apples squash hot dogs and sausages so that steam escapes Cook eggs in shells ...

Page 9: ...uminum foil placed smooth ly on the food can be used to shield areas that are either defrosting or cooking too quickly Foil should not come closer than one inch to any surface of the oven Should you have questions about utensils or coverings check a good microwave cookbook or follow recipe suggestions ACCESSORIES There are many microwave ac cessories available for purchase Evaluate carefully befor...

Page 10: ...ry thigh joints move easily Meat and poultry show no pinkness Fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork Check foods to see that they are cooked to the United States Department of Agriculture s recommended temperatures 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 un less it is approved for mic...

Page 11: ... two line Interactive Display spells out operating steps and shows cooking hints When HELP is lighted in the display touch the Custom Help pad to read a spe cific hint which may assist you 8 Removable turntable Place the turntable on the turntable support securely The turntable will rotate clockwise or counterclockwise Only remove for cleaning 9 Ventilation openings Rear 10 Oven light It will ligh...

Page 12: ...10 P A R T N A M E S Number next to the control panel illustration indicates pages on which there are feature descriptions and usage information CONTROL PANEL 13 17 27 18 25 26 28 27 12 26 11 28 11 ...

Page 13: ...tion manual completely Before the oven can be used follow these procedures 1 Plug in the oven Close the door The oven display will show SHARP SIMPLY THE BEST PRESS CleaR AND PRESS CLOCK 2 Touch the Stop Clear pad will appear 3 Set clock before operatin g Touch the Stop Clear pad to 1 Erase if you make a mistake during programming 2 Cancel timer 3 Stop the oven temporarily during cooking 4 Return t...

Page 14: ...ower Level eight times for 30 power For either raw or previously cooked frozen food the rule of thumb is approximately 4 minutes per pound For example defrost 4 minutes for 1 pound of frozen spaghetti sauce Always stop the oven periodically to remove or separate the portions that are defrosted If food is not defrosted at the end of the estimated defrosting time program the oven in 1 minute increme...

Page 15: ...r properly when popping popcorn the oven will turn off and the correct time of day will be displayed If the sensor does not detect vapor properly when cooking other foods ERROR will be displayed and the oven will turn off 8 Check food for temperature or doneness after cooking If food is not completely cooked enter additional cooking time manually Do not press Sensor Cook again as food may overcook...

Page 16: ...d kernels Touch Popcorn pad and then Start Touch On Wash and place in casserole Add no water if vegetables have just been washed Cover with lid for tender vegetables Use plastic wrap for tender crisp vegetables Touch Fresh vegetables number 1 and Start Touch On pads After cooking stir if possible Let stand covered for 2 to 5 minutes Fresh vegetables Soft Broccoli Brussels sprouts Cabbage Cauliflow...

Page 17: ... orange flavored gelatin 1 Combine cranberries water and sugar in a 2 quart casserole Cover with wax paper Microwave using Sensor reheat Less Drain cranberries and reserve liquid 2 Add enough hot water to reserved liquid to make 2 cups Stir the gelatin into hot liquid until it dissolves Cover with wax paper Microwave using Sensor reheat Less 3 Add berries and cool Refrigerate until thickened Fold ...

Page 18: ...e at HIGH 100 until marga rine melts and preserves soften 45 seconds to 1 minute Stir in nutmeg salt sugar orange juice and cornstarch Microwave at HIGH 100 until thickened 4 to 6 minutes stirring several times 2 Arrange apple slices in a large microwave serving dish Spread hot sauce over apples Cover well with vented plastic wrap Microwave using Fresh vegetables Soft Allow to cool 5 minutes befor...

Page 19: ... 2 Cover and microwave using Ground meat At end stir and drain 3 To meat mixture add zucchini tomatoes with their liquid tomato paste beans and corn Microwave covered using Sensor reheat Creole Corn Makes 6 servings 2 teaspoons oil 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1 2 cup chopped celery 1 2 teaspoon onion powder 1 2 cup chopped green pepper 1 4 teaspoon garlic powder 16 ounce can tomatoes salt and pepper to...

Page 20: ...o cook manually 3 After cooking follow the directions in the display HOT CEREAL Select desired Break fast setting by touching desired number pad Ex Touch number 3 pad to select hot cereal Touch Start Touch On pad BREAKFAST CHART F O O D A M O U N T P R O C E D U R E 1 Scrambled eggs For each egg use 1 teaspoon of butter or margarine and 1 tablespoon of milk Place butter or margarine in dish measur...

Page 21: ...O O D A M O U N T P R O C E D U R E 1 Meal in a cup Place hot dog in bun Wrap each with paper towel or napkin 2 Hot dogs in buns 1 4 pieces This setting is ideal for individual portions of canned food packed in a small microwaveable container usually 6 to 8 ounces Remove inner metal lid and replace outer microwaveable lid After cooking stir food and allow to stand 1 or 2 minutes 1 cup Place in bow...

Page 22: ...er Touch 15 Minute Recipes number 1 to select SAUCY CHICKEN and then touch Start Touch On 2 Blend together 8 ounces reduced fat cream cheese softened 1 4 cup milk Stir into the cream cheese mixture 1 10 ounce package of frozen peas 2 cups cooked thinly sliced chicken breast Salt and pepper to taste At pause drain liquid from mushrooms etc Add cream cheese peas chicken mixture and stir together Re ...

Page 23: ...tart Touch On 2 At pause place around edge of salmon 3 cups broccoli florets 1 red pepper cut into thin strips Drizzle remaining orange mixture over vegetables Top all with 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds Touch Start Touch On 3 At end allow to stand covered for 3 to 5 minutes Serve with buttered rice pasta or potatoes garnished with parsley 5 HEALTHY FRITTATA 1 Grease 9 pie plate Place in it 1 ...

Page 24: ...ricolored rotini or fusilli pasta 1 teaspoon salad oil Do not cover Touch Start Touch On 3 At end drain pasta and set aside To cook chicken Place in greased 9 pie plate 1 pound boneless chicken breast cut into 1 inch thin strips Cover Touch Start Touch On 4 At pause rearrange moving less done pieces to the outside of the pie plate Re cover Touch Start Touch On 5 Drain and set aside To make salad P...

Page 25: ...RT BONELESS CHICKEN 1 O POUND Defrost Center Touch Start Touch On pad Start Touch On The oven will stop so the food can be checked The display will show Close the door TURN OVER SEPARATE INTO PIECES Touch Start Touch On pad Start Touch On 2 SELECT FOOD NUMBER F O O D A M O U N T P R O C E D U R E 2 Boneless poultry 1 0 lb 3 Bone in chicken pieces 2 0 lb At pause turn over and separate into pieces ...

Page 26: ... Pounds 4 After the 1st stage open the door Turn steak over and shield any warm portions Close the door Touch Start Touch On Start Touch On 5 After the 2nd stage open the door Shield any warm portions Close the door Touch Start Touch On CHECK FOOD COVER EDGES Start Touch On LET STAND COVERED 6 After defrost cycle ends follow the directions COMPU DEFROST DEFROST CENTER continued 3 Touch Start Touch...

Page 27: ...AGE CENTER CHART F O O D A M O U N T P R O C E D U R E Use this setting for heating COLD TAP WATER to a temperature somewhat below the boiling point to make instant coffee or tea Touch number 1 pad for 1 cup increase per touch Stir liquid briskly before and after heating to avoid eruption 1 To Make coffee or tea 1 4 cups This setting is good for restoring cooled beverage to a better drinking tempe...

Page 28: ...pad 3 NOTE 1 If 100 is selected as the final sequence it is not necessary to touch the Power Level pad 2 If you wish to know power level simply touch the Power Level pad As long as your finger is touching the Power Level pad the power level will be displayed 3 Keep Warm Plus can be programmed continuously even if 4 cooking sequences have been set MORE OR LESS TIME ADJUSTMENT Should you discover th...

Page 29: ... row If more times are needed open and close door or touch Stop Clear pad P R O C E D U R E 1 When the cheese is melted to desired degree remove finger from Start Touch On pad Oven stops immediately 2 Continuously touch Start Touch On pad The cooking time will begin counting up Start Touch On Touch On Touch On allows you to cook at 100 power by touching the Start Touch On pad continuously Touch On...

Page 30: ...h Start Touch On pad and hold for 3 seconds DEMO ON DURING DEMO NO OVEN POWER will appear in the display Cooking operations and specific special features can now be demonstrated with no power in the oven For example touch Minute Plus pad and the display will show 1 00 and count down quickly to END To cancel touch Timer Clock then the number 0 and Stop Clear pads If easier unplug the oven from the ...

Page 31: ...ater DO NOT USE ABRASIVE OR HARSH CLEANERS OR SCOURING PADS For heavier soil use baking soda or a mild soap rinse thoroughly with hot water NEVER SPRAY OVEN CLEANERS DIRECTLY ONTO ANY PART OF THE OVEN C L E A N I N G A N D C A R E Waveguide Cover The waveguide cover is made from mica so requires special care Keep the waveguide cover clean to assure good oven performance Carefully wipe with a damp ...

Page 32: ...d special techniques C O O K B O O K I N F O R M AT I O N S P E C I F I C AT I O N S The International Electrotechnical Commission s standardized method for measuring output wattage This test method is widely recognized Internal capacity is calculated by measuring maximum width depth and height Actual capacity for holding food is less In compliance with standards set by FCC Federal Communications ...

Page 33: ...stration Mode on page 28 and cancel S E R V I C E C A L L C H E C K Cut along this line Cookbook Order Form Please send me ______ cookbooks at 18 50 each _ _____________ Illinois sales tax if applicable per book 91 no of books ______ ______________ TOTAL ORDER AMOUNT ______________ I have enclosed a check made payable to Sharp Electronics Corporation Please bill my VISA MASTERCARD AMERICAN EXPRESS...

Page 34: ...r Stir after half the time Cut potato lengthwise and then several times crosswise Cover with wax paper Wrap single roll bagel or muffin in paper towel To reheat several line plate with paper towel cover with another paper towel Place on microwave safe dish Do not cover MED HIGH 70 1 2 min 2 3 min MED HIGH 70 1 2 min 2 3 min MEDIUM 50 1 1 1 2 min per serving 1 2 min per serving HIGH 100 1 1 2 2 1 2...

Page 35: ...Cover Stir after 3 min Uncover during stand 2 qt casserole 1 4 cup water Cover Stir after 2 min 2 qt casserole 2 tbsp water Cover Stir after 4 min 2 qt casserole 2 tbsp water Cover Rearrange after 5 min 1 qt casserole 2 tbsp water Cover Stir after 3 min 1 qt casserole 1 tbsp water Cover Stir after 2 min Remove leaves and core center 2 qt casserole 2 tbsp water Cover 9 in pie plate 2 tbsp water Cov...

Page 36: ...inach Fresh Squash Fresh Acorn Fresh Sliced Zucchini Sweet Potatoes Baked Tomatoes Fresh Canned Vegetables CHICKEN Whole Pieces Bone in Boneless TURKEY Whole up to 10 lb Breast Bone in Boneless Breast side down on rack Cover with plastic wrap Turn over halfway through cooking time Rack Cover with plastic wrap Turn over halfway through cooking time Breast side down on rack Cover with plastic wrap T...

Page 37: ...Timer Clock Si el indicador dice SHARP SIMPLY THE BEST PRESS CLEAR AND PRESS CLOCK toque primero el botón Stop Clear 1 2 3 0 COCCIÓN CON SENSOR Toque el botón Baked potatoes luego oprima el que dice Start Touch On Start Touch On Baked potatoes A L I M E N T O C A N T I D A D Descongeracion Rapida 1 Toque el botón Defrost Center 2 Seleccione la comida deseada Ej toque el botón número 5 para descong...

Page 38: ... tazas 4 Toque el botón Start Touch On x 4 Start Touch On Beverage Center 2 Start Touch On CONSULTE LA TARJETA DE RECETAS PARA CONOCER DETALLES GUÍA DE MENÚ PARA ONE DISH DINNERS 1 9 huevos 2 6 rebanadas 1 6 porciones 1 10 piezas 1 3 6 oz 15 MINUTE RECIPES RECETAS RAPIDAS EN 15 MINUTOS 1 Toque el botón 15 Minute Recipes 2 Seleccione la comida deseada Ej toque el botón numero 2 para Cerdo a la hawa...

Page 39: ...umber 2 pad 4 times for 2 cups 4 Touch Start Touch On pad F O O D A M O U N T 1 4 cups 5 2 0 cups 1 TO Make coffee OR tea 2 TO Reheat BEVERAGE Beverage Center x 4 2 Start Touch On 15 MINUTE RECIPES 1 Touch 15 Minute Recipes pad 2 Select desired food Ex touch number pad 2 for Hawaiian Pork 3 Touch Start Touch On pad 15 Minute Recipes Start Touch On 2 3 3 2 R E C I P E S All are for 6 servings 1 Sau...

Page 40: ...ber 2 2 Enter correct time of the day by touching numbers in sequence Ex 12 30 3 Touch Timer Clock pad again If SHARP SIMPLY THE BEST PRESS CLEAR AND PRESS CLOCK is in the display first touch Stop Clear 1 2 3 0 DEFROST CENTER Defrost Center 1 Touch Defrost Center pad 2 Select desired food Ex touch the number 5 pad to defrost Steak 3 Touch number pads 2 and 0 for 2 0 lb Ex 2 0 lb steak 4 Touch Star...

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