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C O N T E N T S

• Precautions to Avoid Possible

Exposure to Excessive Microwave
Energy ................................ Inside Front Cover

• For Customer Assistance ... Inside Front Cover
• Consumer Limited Warranty ...................

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• Product Information Card ........................

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• Important Safety Instructions ..................

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• Unpacking and Installation Instructions...

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• Grounding Instructions ............................

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• Information You Need to Know ...............

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• Part Names .............................................

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• Before Operating .....................................

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• Manual Operation....................................

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• Special Features ..................................... 10-12

Instant Action ........................................ 10-11
CompuDefrost .......................................

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• Other Convenient Features .....................

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• Cleaning & Care ......................................

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• Service Call Check ..................................

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• THE ULTIMATE ACCESSORY ...............

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• COOKBOOK ORDER FORM ..................

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• Specifications ..........................................

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• Guia Auto-Touch ................... Parte Interior  de la

Cubierta Trasera

• Auto-Touch Guide ........................ Back Cover

M I C R O WAV E   O V E N
OPERATION MANUAL

M O D E L

R-360E

followed by letter indicating color

S=silver, W=white, Z=graphite, G=pale green

Summary of Contents for Carousel R-360E

Page 1: ...nd Installation Instructions 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 Instant Action 10 11 CompuDefrost 12 Other Convenient Features 13 Cleaning Care 14 Service Call Check 15 THE ULTIMATE ACCESSORY 15 COOKBOOK ORDER FORM 16 Specifications 16 Guia Auto Touch Parte Interior de la Cubierta Trasera Auto Touc...

Page 2: ...iption of the problem 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 op...

Page 3: ... full satisfaction 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 econom...

Page 4: ...pervision is necessary when used by children 9 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 10 This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Contact nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer for examination repair or adjustment 11 Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance 12 Do not store ...

Page 5: ...ed 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 over the countertop or table where it can be pulled...

Page 6: ...after heating and shake thoroughly Wrist test before feeding Cut baked goods with filling after heating to release steam and avoid burns Stir liquids briskly before and after heating to avoid eruption Use deep bowl when cooking liquids or cereals to prevent boilovers Cook eggs in shells Reheat whole eggs Dry nuts or seeds in shells Pop popcorn in regular brown bags or glass bowls Exceed maximum ti...

Page 7: ...s 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 the uten sil does not ...

Page 8: ...igh 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 microwave...

Page 9: ...ecurely closed 6 Door hinges 7 Door seals and sealing surfaces 8 Turntable motor shaft 9 Removable turntable support Carefully place the turntable support in the center of the oven floor 10 Removable turntable Place the turntable on the turntable support securely The turntable will rotate clockwise or counterclockwise Only remove for cleaning 11 Ventilation openings Rear 12 Oven light It will ligh...

Page 10: ... R T N A M E S Number next to the control panel illustration indicates page on which there are a feature description and usage information TOUCH CONTROL PANEL DISPLAY Words in the lower portion of the display will light to indicate what function is in process ...

Page 11: ...Clear pad to 1 Erase if you make a mistake during programming 2 Cancel kitchen 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 M A N U A L O P E R AT I O N 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 both zeros Suppose you want to cook...

Page 12: ...proximately 4 oz sliced meat or poultry 1 2 cup potato or rice and 1 2 cup of vegetables or equivalent REG will appear in the display Touch Dinner Plate pad twice within 2 seconds for a larger amount of food on a 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 Instant A...

Page 13: ...d Cover with vented plastic wrap When oven stops turn over Shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil any areas that are cookingtoorapidly Re coverandtouchSTARTpad Aftercooking let stand covered 3 5 minutes Chicken should be 160 F You can cook 0 5 lb 1 0 lb and 1 5 lb chicken breast by touching Chicken Breast pad Use this pad to reheat refrigerated canned or homemade pasta with sauce or other ...

Page 14: ...3 0 lb After each stage rearrange and if there are warm or thawed portions shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil Re move 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 20 minutes Chicken Pieces 5 3 0 lb Enter weight by touching...

Page 15: ...ck the number 0 and then touch the START pad and hold for 3 seconds DEMO will appear in the display Cooking operations and specific special features can now be demonstrated with no power in the oven For example touch the Minute Plus pad and the display will show 1 00 and count down quickly to To cancel touch Clock the number 0 and STOP Clear pads If easier unplug the oven from the elec trical outl...

Page 16: ... with a soft cloth and warm water DO NOT USE ABRASIVE OR HARSH 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...

Page 17: ... 2 If the oven is set for more than 30 minutes at 80 90 or 100 percent power level after the first 30 minutes the power level will automatically adjust itself to 70 percent power to avoid overcooking S E R V I C E C A L L C H E C K 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 1...

Page 18: ...________ Address __________________________________________________________________________ City __________________________________ State ___________ Zip ________________________ Daytime Phone No ___________________________________________________________ Please send me ______ cookbooks at 10 25 each _______ Illinois sales tax if applicable per book 44 no of books _____________ _______ TOTAL ORDER...

Page 19: ... o 1 75 onzas Baked Potatoes 1 4 mediano Papas asadas Vegetables frescas 1 4 tazas congelada 1 4 tazas Dinner Plate 1 plato de comida Plato Principal regular grande o pequen o Rolls Muffins Fresh 1 6 pedazos Pan fresco Frozen 1 6 pedazos Pan congelado Frozen Entrees 6 17 onzas Plato Fuerte Congelado Ground Meat 0 3 1 5 libras Carne Molida Chicken Breast 0 5 1 5 libras Poitrine de poulet Casserole ...

Page 20: ...bles Fresh 1 4 cups Frozen 1 4 cups Dinner Plate 1 plate reg lg or sm Rolls Muffins Fresh 1 6 pcs Frozen 1 6 pcs Frozen Entrees 6 17 oz Ground Meat 3 1 5 lb Chicken Breast 5 1 5 lb Casserole 1 4 cups Beverage 5 2 mugs Microwave Pizza 1 6 8 oz INSTANT ACTION CHART MINUTE PLUS Touch the Minute Plus pad for one minute at 100 power or to add a minute during manual cooking Continue to touch for additio...

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