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MICROWAVE COOKING ADVICE

Arrange

Cover

Pierce

Stir, turn and
rearrange

Stand

Cooking Techniques

Place the thickest parts of food towards the outside of the
dish. e.g. Chicken drumsticks.
Foods that are placed towards the outside of the dish will
receive more energy, so cook quicker, than those in the
centre.

Certain foods benefit from being covered during microwave cooking, follow
recommendations where given.
Use vented microwave cling film or a suitable lid.

Foods with a shell, skin or membrane must be pierced in
several places before cooking or reheating as steam will
build up and may cause food to explode.
e.g. Potatoes, Fish, Chicken, Sausages.

NOTE: Eggs should not be heated using microwave power as they

may explode, even after cooking has ended.
e.g. poached, fried, hard boiled.

For even cooking it is essential to stir, turn and rearrange food during
cooking. Always stir and rearrange from the outside towards the centre.

Standing time is necessary after cooking to enable the heat to disperse equally
throughout 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 following techniques are similar to
those used in conventional cooking.

COOKING ADVICE NOTES:
• Always attend the oven when in use.
• Ensure that the utensils are suitable for

use in a microwave oven. (See ‘Suitable
Cookware’ on page 19).

• Refer to the charts in the cookbook section for

recommended cooking times and power levels.

• Do not place hot foods/utensils on a cold

turntable or cold foods/utensils on a hot
turntable. 

• Only use microwave popcorn within the

recommended packaging (follow the
manufacturers instructions). Never use oil
unless specified by the manufacturer and never
cook for longer than instructed.

WARNING:

Liquids and foods must not be heated in
sealed containers or jars/containers with
lids on, as pressure will build up inside and
may cause the jar/container to explode.

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Summary of Contents for R-32FBSTM

Page 1: ...900W IEC 60705 OPERATION MANUAL with COOKBOOK R 32FBSTM MICROWAVE OVEN R 32FBSTM Operation Manual 24 06 2004 09 03 Page A ...

Page 2: ...lth if this operation manual is not followed or if the oven is modified so that it operates with the door open If you require any advice or assistance regarding your Sharp product please visit our website www sharp co uk customersupport Customers without Internet access may telephone 08705 274277 9am 5pm 01 676 0648 from Ireland R 32FBSTM Operation Manual 24 06 2004 09 03 Page B ...

Page 3: ...ow to Operate Your Oven 10 11 Automatic Operation 12 15 CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS Sequence Cooking 16 Auto Minute 16 COOKING ADVICE Microwave Cooking Advice 17 18 Suitable Cookware 19 Defrosting Advice 20 Reheating Advice 21 AFTERCARE Cleaning and Maintenance 22 Troubleshooting 23 24 To Replace the Mains Plug 25 Calling for Service 25 COOKBOOK 26 47 GUARANTEE 48 SPECIFICATIONS 49 R 32FBSTM Operation Ma...

Page 4: ...ken when cleaning inside the oven to ensure that 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 ...

Page 5: ...ding to the instruction When an indicator is flashing press the required button having the same symbol or do the necessary operation Stir Turn over Weight Portion Microwave power level Cook BUTTONS AND KNOB 3 AUTOMATIC 4 POWER LEVEL 5 STOP 6 START AUTO MINUTE 7 TIME WEIGHT 4 5 6 7 R 32FBSTM Operation Manual 24 06 2004 09 03 Page 3 ...

Page 6: ...c shock Pacemaker If you have a heart pacemaker consult your doctor or the pacemaker manufacturer prior to oven use 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 therefore care has to be taken when h...

Page 7: ...e oven seals against the front opening of the cupboard 4 Ensure the appliance is stable and not leaning Ensure that a 5mm gap is kept between the cupboard door above and the top of the frame see fig 4 5 Fix the oven in position with the screws provided The fixing points are located on the top and bottom corners of the oven see diagram item 10 on page 2 6 It is important to ensure that the installa...

Page 8: ...ype and in the event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug supplied remove the plug properly do not cut off If the plug fitted to your oven is a non rewirable type and in the event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug supplied cut off the mains plug Refit with a suitable type observing the wiring code given in To replace the mains plug...

Page 9: ...rb 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 s...

Page 10: ...ve 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 press ...

Page 11: ... 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 also be...

Page 12: ...ts 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 12 15 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 Starting the oven Close the door and press...

Page 13: ...el during cooking press the POWER LEVEL button As long as your finger is touching the button the power level will be displayed MANUAL DEFROSTING Enter the defrosting time and use microwave power levels 10P or 30P to defrost refer to page 8 Stir or turn the food where possible 2 3 times during defrosting After defrosting cover the food in foil and leave to stand until thoroughly defrosted Refer to ...

Page 14: ...ed weight is displayed AUTO DEFROST Example To defrost a 0 6kg Meat Joint 1 Select the menu required by pressing the AUTOMATIC button once x1 x9 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 TIME WEIGHT knob until the desired weight is displayed 1 Select the menu required by pressing the AUTOMATIC b...

Page 15: ... flan dish on Frozen Roast the turntable Poultry Turn poultry over when the audible signal sounds When cooking frozen poultry with giblets remove the giblets at first or second turn over After cooking leave poultry to stand wrapped in aluminium foil for 10 minutes NOTE This menu is only suitable for whole poultry AC 5 0 30kg 0 80kg Read and follow the IMPORTANT NOTE FOR READY Chilled Ready MEALS o...

Page 16: ...cookbook section For converting to lbs oz refer to the conversion chart page 26 NOTES FOR AUTO COOK When action is required example to turn food over the oven stops the audible signals sound and instructions will appear on the display To continue cooking press the START AUTO MINUTE button The final food temperature will vary according to the initial food temperature Check food is thoroughly heated...

Page 17: ... action is required example to turn food over the oven stops the audible signals sound and instructions will appear on the display To continue defrosting press the START AUTO MINUTE button Do not use the AUTO MINUTE function during AUTO DEFROST as the food may be overcooked MENU WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE Ad 1 0 6kg 1 8kg Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable Meat Joint Turn meat over whe...

Page 18: ...OTE 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 po...

Page 19: ...od 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 following te...

Page 20: ...t 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 on...

Page 21: ... 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 Care...

Page 22: ...er 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 23: ...elines 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 pies...

Page 24: ... door This may prevent the door from closing correctly and may cause a leakage of microwaves follow the cleaning instructions opposite 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 FRONT TRIM Wipe the outside of the microwave oven with a mild...

Page 25: ...r level will be reduced to 70 P After pausing for 75 seconds 100 P can be reset The door seal stops microwave leakage during oven operation but does not form an airtight seal It is normal to see drops of water light or feel warm air around the oven door Food with a high moisture content will release steam and cause condensation inside the door which may drip from the oven Repairs and Modifications...

Page 26: ...possibly roughen the surface of the cavity but would not otherwise damage the oven Ensure all eyes are removed from the potatoes and that they have been pierced place directly onto the turntable or in a heat resistant flan dish or similar Check the door is closed properly Ensure correct power level has been selected The microwave energy pulses ON and OFF during cooking defrosting The cabinet may b...

Page 27: ... Blue NEUTRAL Brown LIVE As the colours in the mains lead of your oven may not correspond with the coloured marking identifying the terminals in your plug connect the wires as described The green and yellow wire to the plug terminal marked E or or coloured green or coloured green and yellow The blue wire to the plug terminal marked N or coloured black or coloured blue The brown wire to the plug te...

Page 28: ...ING CHART 32 RECIPES 33 47 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 us...

Page 29: ...lan dish Turn over 2 3 times during defrosting Shield Place in a flan dish Turn over 2 3 times during defrosting Shield Place in a bowl Turn over stir 3 4 times removing defrosted mince each time Beef Joint Lamb Joint Pork Joint Minced Beef Steak 2cm 3 4 thick Chops Liver Sausages Bacon Beefburgers Chicken Turkey max 3 5kg Duck max 1 8kg Chicken Portions Chicken Turkey Breasts Chicken Turkey Drums...

Page 30: ... foil container Place in a flan dish Whole Fish Trout Mackerel Fish Fillets Steaks Prawns Apples Blackcurrants Redcurrants Gooseberries Raspberries Blackberries Rhubarb Strawberries Bread sliced Bread sliced Sponge Cake Pastry puff or shortcrust Meat Pie cooked Fruit Pie cooked 15 Minutes 15 Minutes 10 Minutes 10 Minutes 10 Minutes 10 Minutes 10 Minutes 10 Minutes 10 Minutes 5 10 Minutes 5 10 Minu...

Page 31: ...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 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...

Page 32: ... 100P 100P 100P 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...

Page 33: ... 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 30 seconds until melted Coat the dish with the melted butter 3 Pour omelette mixture into flan dish Cook...

Page 34: ... 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 container Place in a flan dish or on a plate Remove foil container Place in a flan dish or on a plate Remove foil container Place in a flan dish or on a plate Remove foil container Place in a flan dish or...

Page 35: ... form a paste gradually add the milk and the stock 3 Stir in the marjoram basil salt and pepper to taste Cook on 100P for 8 minutes stir after 4 minutes 4 Blend in a food processor return to the bowl and add the cream Cook on 100P for 6 minutes CREAMY MUSHROOM SOUP Serves 4 25g butter 125g onion chopped 1 large carrot finely chopped 1 large potato finely chopped 800g canned chopped tomatoes juice ...

Page 36: ...in the prawns and cook on 50P for 7 minutes stirring 2 3 times Sprinkle with parsley to serve Serve in ramekin dishes with garlic bread GARLIC PRAWNS Garlic mushrooms Substitute prawns with 175g mushrooms cut into quarters Serves 2 4 50g butter 50g fresh breadcrumbs 50g cooked ham finely chopped 90ml 6 tbsp double cream salt and pepper to taste 5ml 1 tsp fresh parsley chopped 2 large ripe avocados...

Page 37: ...l places and add the wine Cover and cook on 70P for 8 minutes Allow to stand whilst preparing the sauce 2 Place the salmon steaks in a warm serving dish reheat on 100P for 1 minute Serve the sauce separately Garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary POACHED SALMON WITH MUSTARD SAUCE Serves 4 675g potatoes peeled and chopped 75ml 5 tbsp water 25g margarine 30ml 2 tbsp milk salt and pepper to taste 450...

Page 38: ...grated to sprinkle 1 Place rice onion salt and water in a large bowl Cook on 70P for 14 minutes until tender stir 2 3 times during cooking Drain Stir the egg and 50g of the butter into the rice Press the mixture onto the base and sides of a greased 25cm x 5cm dish Spread salmon evenly over rice base 2 Melt remaining butter in a large bowl on 100P for 40 seconds stir in flour mustard powder salt an...

Page 39: ... Serves 4 45ml 3 tbsp vegetable oil 150g onion finely chopped 100g celery finely chopped 2 cloves garlic crushed 75g bacon finely chopped 1 bay leaf 400g canned chopped tomatoes 30ml 2 tbsp tomato purée 450g lean minced beef 15ml dried mixed herbs 300ml 1 2 pint red wine 300ml 1 2 pint hot beef stock 30ml 2 tbsp cornflour blended with 30ml water salt and pepper to taste 1 Place oil onion celery ga...

Page 40: ...l 1 4 pint white wine 15ml 1 tbsp cornflour mixed with a little water 100g mushrooms thinly sliced 150ml 1 4 pint soured cream 1 Toss the steak in the flour salt and pepper until evenly coated 2 Place the steak remaining flour onion tomato purée beef stock and white wine in a casserole dish Cover and cook on 50P for 40 minutes Stir 2 3 times during cooking 3 Stir in cornflour mushrooms and cream L...

Page 41: ... for 20 minutes Turnover and coat the chicken with the sauce several times during cooking HONEYED CHICKEN Serves 4 900g chicken cut into small chunks 175g natural yoghurt 2 cloves garlic crushed 50g creamed coconut 10ml 2 tsp turmeric 25g butter 125g onion sliced 5cm piece fresh ginger grated 5ml 1 tsp chilli powder 5ml 1 tsp coriander seeds 5ml 1 tsp cumin 5ml 1 tsp cinnamon salt and pepper to ta...

Page 42: ...taste 25g fresh breadcrumbs 25g cheese grated 1 Place the chicken breasts in a shallow flan dish and cook on 100P for 10 minutes Allow to cool slightly and cut into small pieces 2 Place the broccoli in a bowl with 45ml 3tbsp water cover and cook on 100P for 4 minutes Drain 3 To the white sauce add the thyme marjoram salt and pepper mix well 4 Place the broccoli and chicken in a casserole dish Pour...

Page 43: ... 50g peas 15ml 1 tbsp fresh oregano chopped salt and pepper to taste 75g Mozzarella cheese chopped 1 Slice the top off each tomato and scoop out the flesh into a bowl stir in the rice ham peas oregano salt and pepper 2 Fill each tomato shell with the rice mixture and place in a large flan dish Sprinkle generously with the Mozzarella cheese 3 Place on the turntable and cook on 50P for 20 minutes un...

Page 44: ... flan dish on the turntable 3 Cook on 50P for 8 9 minutes CHEESY JACKETS Serves 4 6 30ml 2 tbsp olive oil 175g onion chopped 2 cloves garlic crushed 75g tomato purée 225g carrots chopped 1 red pepper seeded and sliced 1 green pepper seeded and sliced 150g fresh baby sweetcorn chopped 4 sticks celery sliced 225g courgettes sliced 5ml 1 tsp ground cumin 10ml 2 tsp mild chilli powder 2 5ml 1 2 tsp ca...

Page 45: ...yrup ingredients in a 2 5 litre 4 pint casserole dish and mix well Cook on 100P for 8 minutes until sugar has dissolved and sauce has thickened stir every 2 3 minutes 2 Place the flour in a bowl and rub in butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs stir in the sugar Bind with egg add a little water if too dry The mixture should be thick enough to roll into balls If too sticky sprinkle wit...

Page 46: ... medium beaten 250g cooking apples peeled and grated 100g walnuts chopped 45ml 3 tbsp milk 25g demerara sugar 1 Place the flour and spice in a bowl mix together and set aside 2 Beat the margarine and brown sugar until creamy then add the egg beating well 3 Fold in the flour mixture then the apple and walnuts Stir in the milk 4 Pour the mixture into a greased 20cm PYREX dish then sprinkle with the ...

Page 47: ...sp hot water TOPPING 100g icing sugar 15ml 1 tbsp water 25g almonds 25g glace cherries 1 Cream the sugar and margarine until light and fluffy 2 Beat in the eggs one at a time 3 Sift the flour and fold into the mixture 4 Dissolve the coffee in the hot water and add to the mixture along with the almond essence 5 Spoon into a greased and lined 18cm PYREX cake dish 6 Cook on 50P for 15 minutes 7 Leave...

Page 48: ...lk Add the golden syrup and sugar mix well 2 Cook on 100P for 6 7 minutes stirring every minute until thickened This sauce is ideal with vanilla ice cream BUTTERSCOTCH SAUCE Makes 300ml 1 2 pint 50g plain or milk chocolate 30ml 2 tbsp water 90ml 6 tbsp evaporated milk 5ml 1 tsp cornflour 5ml 1 tsp caster sugar 5ml 1 tsp vanilla essence 1 Heat chocolate and water on 100P for 1 minute stir every 30 ...

Page 49: ...g onion finely chopped 175g brown sugar 2 cloves garlic crushed 10ml 2 tsp salt 5ml 1 tsp chilli powder 300ml 1 2 pint vinegar 1 Place all ingredients in a large bowl mix well 2 Cook on 70P for 20 minutes stir every 3 4 minutes 3 Spoon into hot clean jars Cover seal and label DATE CHUTNEY Makes 800g 150g milk chocolate broken into pieces 100g butter melted 450g icing sugar 45ml 3 tbsp milk 1 Place...

Page 50: ...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 51: ...tocopying 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 ful...

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