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Summary of Contents for R-25STM

Page 1: ...800W IEC 60705 OPERATION MANUAL with COOKBOOK R 25STM MICROWAVE OVEN R 25STM Operation Manual 11 03 2005 14 04 Page A ...

Page 2: ...al requirements By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure that the waste undergoes the necessary treatment recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling 2 In other Countries outside the EU If you wish to discard this product please contact your local authoritie...

Page 3: ...w to Operate Your Oven 9 10 Express Cook Express Defrost 11 13 CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS Sequence Cooking 14 Auto Minute 14 COOKING ADVICE Microwave Cooking Advice 15 16 Suitable Cookware 17 Defrosting Advice 18 Reheating Advice 19 AFTERCARE Cleaning and Maintenance 20 Troubleshooting 21 To Replace the Mains Plug 22 Calling for Service 22 COOKBOOK 23 35 GUARANTEE 36 SPECIFICATIONS 37 R 25STM Operation ...

Page 4: ... it is not damaged After cooking fatty foods without a cover always clean the cavity thoroughly this must be dry and free from grease Built up grease may overheat and begin to smoke or catch fire Always operate the oven with the turntable and roller stay fitted correctly This promotes thorough even cooking A badly fitted turntable may rattle may not rotate properly and could cause damage to the ov...

Page 5: ...OL PANEL 1 2 3 5 6 7 1 DIGITAL DISPLAY 2 INDICATORS BUTTONS 3 EXPRESS COOK 4 EXPRESS DEFROST 5 START AUTO MINUTE 6 STOP CLEAR 7 TIME WEIGHT 8 POWER LEVEL 2 4 8 R 25STM Operation Manual 11 03 2005 14 04 Page 3 ...

Page 6: ...openings switch the oven off immediately unplug it and call a SHARP approved service facility See page 22 Never move the oven while it is operating FIRE If smoke is observed switch off and unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE LIQUIDS Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling there...

Page 7: ...ectric shock may occur The plug must not be used without the fuse cover fitted If you have any doubt about your microwave oven obtain the help of a qualified electrician When replacing the plug please ensure that you use a BSI or ASTA approved plug to BS1363 this should be fitted with a brown coloured 13 amp fuse approved by BSI or ASTA to BS1362 If you have any doubt about electrical connection s...

Page 8: ...orb microwaves which cause them to vibrate This creates heat by friction in the same way your hands get warm when you rub them together The outer areas of the food are heated by the microwave energy then the heat moves to the centre by conduction as it does in conventional cooking It is important to turn rearrange or stir food to ensure even heating Once cooking is complete the oven automatically ...

Page 9: ...rowave power level is varied by the microwave energy switching on and off When using power levels other than 100P you will be able to hear the microwave energy pulsing on and off as the food cooks or defrosts IMPORTANT The microwave power level will cook at 100P unless you press the POWER LEVEL button to the desired setting Check the power level To check the microwave power level during cooking pr...

Page 10: ...g If the clock is set when cooking is complete the display will show the correct time of day If the clock has not been set the display will only show when cooking is complete If the electrical power supply to your microwave oven is interrupted the display will intermittently show 88 88 after the power is reinstated If this occurs during cooking the programme will be erased The time of day will als...

Page 11: ... and weights which are not included in the automatic programmes The following are examples of manual cooking and defrosting For automatic cooking and defrosting refer to pages 11 13 Example To cook for 2 minutes 30 seconds on 70P microwave power 1 Enter the cooking time by turning the TIME WEIGHT knob 2 Input the power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL button twice x2 x1 Starting the oven Close th...

Page 12: ...efrosting to stir or turn over food the cooking time on the display stops automatically The cooking defrosting time starts to count down again when the door is closed and the START AUTO MINUTE button is pressed When cooking defrosting is complete the time of day will reappear on the display if the clock has been set If you want to know the power level during cooking press the POWER LEVEL button As...

Page 13: ...k 1 5kg of Roast Beef from frozen 2 Enter the weight by turning the TIME WEIGHT knob until the desired weight is displayed EXPRESS DEFROST Example To defrost a 1 5kg Meat Joint 1 Select the menu required by pressing the EXPRESS COOK button once x1 x1 The display will count down through the cooking time 3 Press the START AUTO MINUTE button once to start cooking 2 Enter the weight by turning the TIM...

Page 14: ...able Turn poultry over when the audible signal sounds After cooking leave poultry to stand wrapped in aluminium foil for 10 minutes NOTE This menu is only suitable for whole poultry EC 5 Jacket 1 4 pieces Pierce each potato in several places and place Potatoes 1 potato towards the edge of the turntable approx 250g Turn food over when the audible signal sounds After cooking leave to stand wrapped i...

Page 15: ...vent burns always use thick oven gloves EXPRESS DEFROST CHART MENU WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE Meat Joint 0 5kg 1 5kg Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable Beef Lamb Pork Turn meat over when the audible signal sounds Stand wrapped in foil for 60 90 minutes until thoroughly defrosted Minced Meat 0 2kg 0 8kg Place minced meat in a flan dish on the turntable Beef Lamb Pork Turn over and remov...

Page 16: ...NOTE If 100P is required on the final stage it is not necessary to input the power level Example To cook for 5 minutes on 70P microwave power Stage 1 16 minutes on 30P microwave power Stage 2 1 Enter the cooking time by turning the TIME WEIGHT knob 2 Input the power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL button twice STAGE 1 STAGE 2 3 Enter the cooking time by turning the TIME WEIGHT knob 4 Input the p...

Page 17: ...hout the food WARNING Follow instructions in the SHARP operation manual at all times If you exceed recommended cooking times and use power levels that are too high food may overheat burn and in extreme circumstances catch fire and damage the oven Microwaves cook food faster than conventional cooking It is therefore essential that certain techniques are followed to ensure good results Many of the f...

Page 18: ... porous foods such as cakes or bread cook more quickly than heavy dense foods such as roasts and casseroles The number of microwaves in your oven remains the same regardless of how much food is being cooked The cooking time must be increased as the amount of food placed in the oven increases e g Four potatoes will take longer to cook than two Small foods and small pieces cook faster than large one...

Page 19: ...e manufacturers instructions Do not exceed heating times given Be very careful as these dishes become very hot Porcelain pottery glazed earthenware and bone china are usually suitable except for those with metallic decoration Care should be taken if using fine glassware as it can break or crack if heated suddenly It is not recommended to use metal cookware as it will arc which can lead to fire Car...

Page 20: ...ver lapping areas This will ensure that all parts of the food defrosts evenly Foods may be stuck together when removed from the freezer It is important to separate foods as soon as it is possible during defrosting e g bacon rashers chicken fillets Some areas of food being defrosted may become warm To prevent them becoming warmer and starting to cook these areas can be shielded with small pieces of...

Page 21: ...delines below to ensure food is thoroughly reheated before serving NOTES Remove food from foil or metal containers before reheating Reheating times will be affected by the shape depth quantity and temperature of food together with the size shape and material of the container To avoid overheating and fire special care must be taken when reheating foods with a high sugar or fat content e g mince pie...

Page 22: ...and may cause a leakage of microwaves follow the cleaning instructions Ensure the turntable and roller stay are cleaned after every use with a mild washing up liquid solution and dried This will prevent the build up of grease and food debris The turntable is dishwasher safe CLEAN THE OVEN AT REGULAR INTERVALS AND REMOVE ANY FOOD DEPOSITS Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead...

Page 23: ... fails do not attempt to replace the lamp yourself call a SHARP approved service facility WARNING Never adjust repair or modify the oven yourself It is hazardous for anyone other than a SHARP trained engineer to carry out servicing or repairs This is important as it may involve the removal of covers that provide protection against microwave energy Cooking Mode Microwave 100P cooking Standard Time ...

Page 24: ... make the proper electrical connections you might damage the oven or injure yourself Neither SHARP nor the supplier will be liable if this happens WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED If you have any doubts about your electrical supply ask a qualified electrician If you are unable to resolve a problem using the checks covered on the last few pages do not attempt to service this microwave oven yo...

Page 25: ...G CHART 28 RECIPES 29 35 COOKERY NOTES Please weigh all meat and poultry prior to defrosting and cooking as labelled weights are only approximate Where dishes are covered use vented microwave cling film unless otherwise stated Where dishes are lined use greaseproof paper unless otherwise stated Please note that all serving quantities are approximate The recipes in this cookbook were developed usin...

Page 26: ...sh Stir during defrosting Shield Place on the turntable Separate and rearrange during defrosting Place on a plate Turn over half way through defrosting Remove from foil container Place in a flan dish Meat Joints Beef Lamb Pork Minced Meat Steak 2cm 3 4 thick Chops Liver Sausages Bacon Beefburgers Whole Poultry Chicken Turkey Duck Chicken Portions Chicken Turkey Breasts Drumsticks Minced Turkey Who...

Page 27: ...ing Place in a flan dish Turn over halfway through cooking Place in a flan dish Turn over halfway through cooking Place in a bowl Stir 2 3 times during cooking Place in a flan dish Turn over halfway through cooking Place in a flan dish Turn over halfway through cooking Place in a flan dish Turn over halfway through cooking Place in a flan dish Turn over halfway through cooking Place in a flan dish...

Page 28: ...100P 100P 100P 100P 100P 100P 100P 100P 100P Slice chop Add 30ml 2 tbsp water Cover dish Stir halfway through cooking Add 30ml 2 tbsp water Cover dish Stir halfway through cooking Add 45ml 3 tbsp water Cover Stir halfway through cooking Slice or break into florets Add 30ml 2 tbsp water Cover Stir halfway through cooking Add 45ml 3 tbsp water Cover Stir halfway through cooking Slice Add 30ml 2 tbsp...

Page 29: ... Do not cover Stir twice during cooking Add 300ml 1 2 pint boiling water 100g pasta Do not cover Stir twice during cooking Add 300ml 1 2 pint boiling water 100g pasta Do not cover Stir twice during cooking 1 Whisk together eggs and milk Season 2 Place butter in a 25cm 10 flan dish Heat on 100P for 1 minutes until melted Coat the dish with the melted butter 3 Pour omelette mixture into flan dish Co...

Page 30: ...ace in a flan dish Do not exceed cooking time advised by food manufacturer Place on kitchen roll Place in a flan dish Do not exceed cooking time advised by food manufacturer Place in a flan dish Do not exceed cooking time advised by food manufacturer Place in a flan dish Do not exceed cooking time advised by food manufacturer Remove foil container Place in a flan dish or on a plate Remove foil con...

Page 31: ... 900ml 11 2 pints hot vegetable stock salt and pepper to taste 1 Melt the butter in a large bowl on 100P for 30 seconds 2 Add the onion carrot and potato and heat on 100P for 6 minutes Stir halfway through cooking 3 Add the tomatoes orange juice orange rind and stock Mix thoroughly Season with salt and pepper to taste Cover the bowl and cook on 100P for 15 minutes stir 2 3 times during cooking unt...

Page 32: ...ish in a flan dish in a single layer cover and cook on 70P for 7 minutes Flake the fish and mix with the parsley sauce Pour into a flan or casserole dish Spread the potatoes on top and sprinkle with the grated cheese 3 Cook on 70P for 7 minutes until the cheese has melted FISH PIE Serves 4 4 salmon steaks approx 175g each 45ml 3 tbsp dry white wine 300ml 1 2 pint mustard sauce See page 38 1 sprig ...

Page 33: ...e onion garlic and butter in a dish Cook on 100P for 2 minutes 2 Add the minced beef and cook on 100P for 8 minutes stirring twice during cooking 3 Add mushrooms tomato purée tomatoes beef stock and seasoning Cook on 100P for 15 minutes stir every 5 minutes until thick 4 Fill cannelloni with meat mixture and place in a deep 20cm square dish Place any remaining mixture around the cannelloni 5 Pour ...

Page 34: ...Cover and cook on 100P for 6 minutes stir halfway through cooking 2 Add the bay leaf tomatoes tomato purée and minced beef to the vegetable mixture Cook on 100P for 5 minutes stir 2 3 times during cooking to break up the mince as it cooks 3 Add the herbs wine stock and blended cornflour mix thoroughly Cook on 100P for 5 minutes then on 70P for a further 20 22 minutes stir 2 3 times during cooking ...

Page 35: ...e dish mix well Heat on 100P for 4 5 minutes stir after 3 minutes 2 Add the tomatoes beans crumbled stock cubes basil and sweetcorn Season and mix well 3 Cover and cook on 70P for 20 minutes stir twice during cooking Serve with rice or jacket potatoes BEAN CASSEROLE Serves 4 15ml 1 tbsp sunflower oil 30ml 2 tbsp soy sauce 15ml 1 tbsp sherry 2 5cm root ginger peeled and finely grated 1 garlic clove...

Page 36: ... 30ml 1 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley into the finished sauce Serve with fish ONION SAUCE Stir 225g cooked onion finely chopped into the finished sauce Heat on 100P for 2 3 minutes before serving Serve with vegetables SWEET WHITE SAUCE Omit salt and pepper from basic recipe Add 15 30ml 1 2 tbsp caster sugar at Stage 2 Serve with puddings as an alternative to custard Serves 4 450g par boiled potatoe...

Page 37: ...d chocolate drops and stir well 5 Spoon mixture into a greased and lined 20cm PYREX cake dish 6 Cook using Express Cook EC 7 Cake Leave to stand for 10 minutes before serving DOUBLE CHOC CHIP CAKE Serves 4 450g seasonal fresh fruit lightly cooked 100g brown sugar 5ml 1 tsp cinnamon 100g plain wholemeal flour 75g rolled oats 75g margarine 1 Place the fruit 50g of the brown sugar and the cinnamon in...

Page 38: ... It does not cover faults or damage caused by accident misuse fair wear and tear neglect tampering with the product or repair other than by a Service Facility appointed by Sharp The product is intended for private domestic use only The guarantee will not apply if the product is used in the course of a business trade or profession The guarantee does not cover Glass ceramic turntables as they can be...

Page 39: ...otocopying recording translating or other means without prior permission from SHARP Electronics U K Ltd The illustrations technical information and data contained in this publication are to our best knowledge correct at the time of going to print The right to change specifications at any time without notice is reserved as part of our policy of continuous development and improvement This Product fu...

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