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A30531,R310C/R308C/R305C/R303C O/M

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

S A V E   T H E S E   I N S T R U C T I O N S

When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

WARNING

  - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to

excessive microwave energy:

1. Read all instructions before using the

appliance.

2. Read and follow the specific 

“PRECAU-

TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPO-
SURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY”

 on inside front cover.

3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect

only to properly grounded outlet. See

“GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS”

 on

page 3.

4. Install or locate this appliance only in ac-

cordance with the provided installation
instructions.

5. Some products such as whole eggs and

sealed containers —for example, closed glass
jars — may explode and should not be heated
in this oven.

6. Use this appliance only for its intended use

as described in this manual. Do not use
corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appli-
ance. This type of oven is specifically
designed to heat, cook or dry food. It is not
designed for industrial or laboratory use.

7. As with any appliance, close supervision is

necessary when used by children.

8. 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.

9. This appliance should be serviced only by

qualified service personnel. Contact nearest
Sharp Authorized Servicer for examination,
repair or adjustment.

10. Do not cover or block any openings on the

appliance.

11. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.

Do not use this product near water—for
example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet base-
ment or near a swimming pool, and the like.

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 14.

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

a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend

appliance if paper, plastic or other com-
bustible  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 materials inside the oven should

ignite, 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 pur-

poses. Do not leave paper products,
cooking utensils or food in the cavity
when not in use.

17. If the oven light fails, consult a SHARP AU-

THORIZED SERVICER.

OM1

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Summary of Contents for R-303C

Page 1: ...ructions 3 Grounding Instructions 3 Information You Need to Know 4 6 Part Names 7 8 Before Operating 9 Manual Operation 9 Special Features 10 12 Other Convenient Features 13 Cleaning Care 14 Service Call Check 15 THE ULTIMATE ACCESSORY 15 Specifications 16 COOKBOOK ORDER FORM 16 Guia Auto Touch Parte Interior de la Cubierta Trasera Auto Touch Guide Back Cover M I C R O W AV E O V E N OPERATION MAN...

Page 2: ...l number and serial number located on the unit We also suggest you record all the information listed and retain for future reference MODELNUMBER _______________________ SERIALNUMBER ____________ DATEOFPURCHASE ____________________ DEALER ______________________________ TELEPHONE _______________ SERVICER ____________________________ TELEPHONE _______________ PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO...

Page 3: ...any other person is authorized to make any warranties other than those described herein or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time period described herein on behalf of Sharp The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser Correction of defects in the manner and for the...

Page 4: ...ssary when used by children 8 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 9 This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Contact nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer for examination repair or adjustment 10 Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance 11 Do not store or use this applia...

Page 5: ...ord is provided to reduce risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord Extension Cord If it is necessary to use an extension cord use only a 3 wire extension cord that has a 3 blade grounding plug and a 3 slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the microwave oven The marked rating of the extension cord should be AC 115 120 volt 15 amp or more Be careful not to drape the cord o...

Page 6: ...ated 1000 watts R 305C R 303C or 1100 watts R 310C R 308C by using the IEC 705 1988 method In using recipes or package directions check food a minute or two before the minimum time and add time accordingly Eggs sausages nuts seeds fruits vegetables Popcorn Baby food General ABOUT FOOD Cook eggs in shells Reheat whole eggs Dry nuts or seeds in shells Pop popcorn in regular brown bags or glass bowls...

Page 7: ...attention to packages that crisp food because they may be extra hot Don t assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he she can cook everything Children need to learn that the microwave oven is not a toy See page 13 for Child Lock feature It is not necessary to buy all new cookware Many pieces already in your kitchen can be used success fully in your new microwave oven Make sure th...

Page 8: ...try 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 unless it is approved for mic...

Page 9: ...Carefully place the turntable support in the center of the oven floor 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 1 0 Oven light It will light when oven is operating or door is open 1 1 Waveguide cover DO NOT REMOVE 1 2 Auto Touch control panel 1 3 Time displ...

Page 10: ...ST Popcorn Rolls Muffins Baked Potatoes Beverage Casserole Fresh Vegetables START INSTANT ACTION 9 13 13 12 9 9 13 10 11 9 9 13 13 12 9 9 13 10 11 9 9 13 10 11 13 12 9 13 9 9 9 13 13 12 9 9 13 10 11 9 PARTNAMES Number next to the control panel illustration indicates page on which there are a feature description and usage information R 3 1 0 C R 3 0 8 C R 3 0 5 C R 3 0 3 C OM1 98 11 27 4 35 PM 10 ...

Page 11: ... and INSTANT ACTION INSTANT START STOP CLEAR Touch 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 the time of day to the display 5 Cancel a program during cooking touch twice MANUALOPERATION Your oven can be programmed for 99 minutes 99 sec onds 99 99 Always enter the seconds after the min utes even if they are ...

Page 12: ...Action and Instant Start allow you to cook or reheat many of your favorite foods by touching just one pad Suppose you want to cook 3 medium baked potatoes P R O C E D U R E Select desired setting Touch Baked Potatoes pad 3 times The oven starts automatically Baked Potatoes NOTE 1 To increase quantity touch chosen pad until num ber in display is same as desired quantity to cook Ex touch Baked Potat...

Page 13: ... dinner plate LARGE will appear in the display Touch Dinner Plate pad three times within 3 seconds for a smaller amount of food on a dinner plate SMALL will appear in the display Use this pad for frozen convenience foods It will give satisfactory results for most brands You may wish to try several and choose your favorite Remove package from outer wrapping and follow package directions for coverin...

Page 14: ...ch stage Let stand covered for 5 to 10 minutes Ground Meat 5 3 0 lb After each stage rearrange and if there are warm or thawed portions shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil Remove any meat or fish that is nearly defrosted Let stand covered for 10 to 20 minutes Steaks Chops fish 5 4 0 lb After each stage if there are warm or thawed portions rear range or remove Let stand covered for 10 to...

Page 15: ...inute long distance phone call P R O C E D U R E 1 Touch Timer pad 2 Enter time 0 MINUTE PLUS Minute Plus allows you to cook for a minute at 100 by simply touching MINUTE PLUS pad You can also extend cooking time in multiples of 1 minute by repeat edly touching MINUTE PLUS pad during manual cook ing Suppose you want to heat a cup of soup for one minute P R O C E D U R E Touch MINUTE PLUS pad NOTE ...

Page 16: ...ARSH CLEAN ERS 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 Waveguide Cover The waveguide cover is made from mica so requires special care Keep the waveguide cover clean to assure good oven per formance Carefully wipe with a damp cloth any food spatters from the surface of the cover imm...

Page 17: ...erson NOTE If time appearing in the display is counting down very rapidly check Demonstration Mode on page 13 and cancel SERVICE CALLCHECK TO ORDER Simply call this toll free number 1 800 642 2122 Please have your credit card ready If you prefer to order by mail complete and return the order form on page 16 Please include check or money order payable to Sharp Accessories Supplies Center for 6 00 p...

Page 18: ...es Center Please bill my VISA MASTERCARD AMERICAN EXPRESS Acct No _______________________________________ Expiration date ____ ____ Signature_________________________________________________________________ All credit card orders must be signed Name ____________________________________________________________________________ Address _________________________________________________________________...

Page 19: ...año ligero INSTANT ACTION INSTANT START CHART ALIMENTO CANTIDAD Popcorn 3 5 onzas Palomitas de maíz 3 0 or 3 5 onzas ligero 1 75 onzas 1 5 or 1 75 onzas ligero Beverage 0 5 2 tazas Bebida Casserole 1 4 tazas Caserola Rolls Muffins Fresh 1 6 pedazos Pan fresco Frozen 1 6 pedazos Pan congelado Baked Potatoes 1 4 mediano Papas al horno Fresh Vegetables 1 4 tazas Verduras frescas Para el R 310C R 308C...

Page 20: ... 1 75 oz Light Beverage 0 5 2 mugs Casserole 1 4 cups Rolls Muffins Fresh 1 6 pcs Frozen 1 6 pcs Baked Potatoes 1 4 med Fresh Vegetables 1 4 cups R 310C R 308C only Dinner Plate 1 plate reg lg or sm Frozen Entrees 6 17 oz Frozen Vegetables 1 4 cups R 310C only Ground Meat 3 1 5 lb Microwave Pizza 6 8 oz MANUAL OPERATION HighPowerCooking 1 Enter cooking time by touching number pads Ex 1 min 30 sec ...

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