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Compact
R-230AM/R-232M
MICROWAVE OVEN
OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKBOOK
800 W (IEC 705)

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  • Page 1 Compact R-230AM/R-232M MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKBOOK 800 W (IEC 705)
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS OVEN AND ACCESSORIES ........2 CONTROL PANEL .........3 Important IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .
  • Page 4: Oven And Accessories

    NOTE: When you order accessories, please mention two details: part name and model name to your dealer or SHARP authorised service agent. LABEL: AUTO COOK & DEFROST MENUS AC1: Roast Beef/Lamb...
  • Page 5: Control Panel

    CONTROL PANEL STIR TURN PCS MICRO COOK Auto Cook /Defrost Power Level Stop/Clear Auto Minute /Start Time/Weight 1 DIGITAL DISPLAY 2 AUTO COOK/DEFROST button 3 POWER LEVEL button 4 STOP/CLEAR button 5 AUTO MINUTE/START button 6 TIME/WEIGHT dial 7 DOOR OPENING button...
  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    To prevent switch off the oven immediately, unplug it and call a delayed eruptive boiling of liquid and Service Technician appointed by SHARP. possible scalding: Stir liquid prior to and • Never attempt to move the oven while it is during heating/reheating, let liquid stand operating.
  • Page 7: Before Operation

    To wire an appropriate plug, follow the The exchange must be made by an authorised wiring code on page 24. SHARP service agent. A defective plug, power supply cord or socket may overheat and catch fire during operation or cause an electrical shock.
  • Page 8: Setting The Clock

    SETTING THE CLOCK There are two setting modes: 12 hour clock and 24 hour clock 1. To set the 12 hour clock, hold the POWER LEVEL button down for 3 seconds. Power Level will appear in the display. x1 for 3 secs. 2.
  • Page 9: Maff Heating Category

    MAFF HEATING CATEGORY Microwave output power in The heating category (a letter A to E) developed by watts (based on international MAFF (Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food) 800W (IEC 705) standard.) with microwave oven and food manufacturers indicates the ability of the oven to heat small Letter representing the oven quantities of food (up to 500g [1lb 2oz]).
  • Page 10: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION Your oven can be programmed for up to 90 minutes. Cooking time Increasing unit (90.00) The input unit of cooking (defrosting) time 0-5 minutes 10 seconds varies from 10 seconds to five minutes. It depends on 5-10 minutes 30 seconds the total length of the cooking (defrosting) time as 10-30 minutes...
  • Page 11: Automatic Operation

    AUTOMATIC OPERATION AUTO COOK/DEFROST automatically works out the correct cooking mode and cooking time. You can choose from 8 AUTO COOK/DEFROST menus. 1. Press the AUTO COOK/DEFROST button once, Auto Cook /Defrost the display will appear as shown. The menu can be chosen by pressing the AUTO COOK/DEFROST button until the desired menu number is displayed.
  • Page 12: Auto Cook/Defrost Chart

    COOKING ADVICE WARNING - Always attend the oven when in use. Carefully follow the SHARP Operation Manual at all times. If you exceed recommended cooking times and/or use power levels that are too high, food may overheat, burn, and in extreme circumstances, catch fire and damage the oven.
  • Page 13: Cooking Advice

    COOKING ADVICE When microwaving, use only those utensils suitable for microwave cookery as indicated below. A variety of cookware can be used for microwaving. Round/oval dishes rather than square/oblong ones are recommended, as food in corners tends to overcook. COOKWARE SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING Heat resistant glass, (e.g.
  • Page 14: Food Handling And Preparation

    COOKING ADVICE COOKWARE SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING Browning dishes & self-heating Always place on an up-turned plate on the turntable to packages. prevent heat stress. Follow manufacturers' instructions. Be careful as these become very hot. Popcorn: Only use microwave popcorn within recommended packaging (follow popcorn manufacturers’...
  • Page 15 FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION Food high in fat or sugar (Christmas pudding, mince Composition pies) requires less heating time and should be & quality watched, over-heating can lead to fire. Good quality ingredients should be used for microwaving. Economical cuts of meat are recommended for casseroles.
  • Page 16: Advice For Defrosting

    ADVICE FOR DEFROSTING Place in a flan dish, turn over at least 4-5 times Meat joints during defrosting, shield any warm areas with small, flat pieces of foil. After defrosting, wrap in foil and allow meat to stand for at least 60 minutes, until thoroughly defrosted.
  • Page 17: Advice For Reheating

    ADVICE FOR REHEATING WARNINGS: Oil & Fat: Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as this may lead to overheating and fire. Stand back when opening the oven door to allow heat or steam to disperse. When removing covers (such as cling film), opening roasting bags or popcorn packaging, direct steam away from face and hands.
  • Page 18: Cleaning & Maintenance

    Troubleshooting chart on page 24. Service Technician appointed by SHARP.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    If you do not make the proper electrical connections THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. you might damage the oven or injure yourself. Neither IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBTS ABOUT YOUR SHARP nor the supplier will be liable if this happens. ELECTRICAL SUPPLY ASK A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
  • Page 20: Calling For Service

    Service Technician Appointed by Sharp. Company”), guarantee to provide for the repair of, Please clean your microwave oven regularly and or, at its option replace this SHARP equipment, or any remove any stains or fat residues without delay. component thereof, (other than Glass/Ceramic...
  • Page 21: Cookbook

    COOKBOOK CONTENTS Introduction & Conversion Charts ..........19 Defrosting Chart: Meat, poultry, fish &...
  • Page 22: Defrosting Chart

    DEFROSTING CHART FOOD DEFROST MICRO METHOD STANDING TIME POWER LEVEL TIME Meat Joints Place in a flan dish. Turn over 4-5 45-60 Minutes 28-30 Minutes/ MEDIUM LOW (Beef,Lamb,Pork) 450g (1lb) times during defrosting. Shield. Minced Meat 8-9 Minutes/ Place on a plate. Turn over 3-4 times, 15-20 Minutes MEDIUM LOW 450g (1lb)
  • Page 23: Cooking Charts

    COOKING CHARTS FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING TIME POWER LEVEL TIME 6 Minutes Beef (rare) 10-11 Minutes/ Place in a flan dish. MEDIUM HIGH (Topside, Silverside) 450g (1lb) Turn over halfway through cooking. 8 Minutes Beef (medium) 13-14 Minutes/ Place in a flan dish. MEDIUM HIGH (Topside, Silverside) 450g (1lb)
  • Page 24 COOKING CHARTS FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING TIME POWER LEVEL TIME 2 Minutes Aubergines & 6 Minutes/ HIGH Slice. Add 30ml (2tbsp) water. Cover dish. Broccoli (fresh) 225g (8oz) 100P Stir halfway through cooking. Beans 6 Minutes/ Add 30ml (2tbsp) water. Cover dish. 2 Minutes HIGH (green - fresh)
  • Page 25 COOKING CHARTS FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING TIME POWER LEVEL TIME 5 Minutes White rice 14-15 Minutes Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling water/100g (4oz) MEDIUM HIGH (long grain) rice. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking. 5 Minutes Brown rice 20-21 Minutes Add 400ml (14fl.oz) boiling water/100g (4oz) MEDIUM HIGH...
  • Page 26: Reheating Chart

    REHEATING CHART FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING TIME POWER LEVEL TIME Remove from can. Place in a dish and 2 Minutes Soup, Baked beans, 6-7 Minutes/ MEDIUM HIGH 70P cover. Stir halfway through cooking. Spaghetti, Potatoes, 425g (15oz) can Vegetables (canned) Bread rolls (med.) 40-50 Seconds/ MEDIUM...
  • Page 27 RECIPES TOMATO & ORANGE SOUP 1 Melt the butter in a large bowl on 100P (HIGH) Serves 4 Cooking time - 22 minutes for 1 minute. Preparation time - 10 minutes 2 Add the onion, carrot and potato and heat on Orange and tomato flavours combine to make an 100P (HIGH) for 6 minutes.
  • Page 28 RECIPES FISH PIE 1 Place potatoes in a bowl, add 75ml (5tbsp) Serves 4 Cooking time - 29 minutes water. Cover and cook on 100P (HIGH) for Preparation time - 18 minutes 14-15 minutes, until soft enough to mash. 675g (11/2lb) potatoes, peeled and chopped Mash with butter, milk and seasoning.
  • Page 29 RECIPES STROGANOFF 1 Toss the meat in the flour, salt and pepper, until Serves 4 Cooking time - 35 minutes evenly coated. Preparation time - 10 - 12 minutes 2 Place the steak, remaining flour, onion, tomato 1kg (2lb) rump steak or lean pork, cut into strips purée, stock and white wine in a casserole 50g (2oz) plain flour dish.
  • Page 30 RECIPES BOLOGNESE SAUCE 1 Melt the butter and oil in a large bowl on 100% Serves 4 Cooking time - 33 minutes (HIGH) for 1 minute. Stir in the onion, celery, Preparation time - 10 - 12 minutes garlic and bacon. Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 50g (2oz) butter 6 minutes, stir halfway through cooking.
  • Page 31 RECIPES TURKEY FRICASSEE 1 Melt the butter in a large bowl on 100P (HIGH) Serves 4 Cooking time - 17 minutes for 1 minute. Preparation time - 6 - 7 minutes 2 Stir in the onion and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 50g (2oz) butter 2 minutes.
  • Page 32 RECIPES QUICHE LORRAINE 1 Line a 20.4cm (8”) flan dish with pastry. Serves 4-6 Cooking time - 36 - 39 minutes 2 Place the bacon and the onion in a bowl, cover Preparation time - 18 minutes and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 3-4 minutes. 275g (10oz) short crust pastry 3 Place the eggs, milk, salt and pepper and 6 slices bacon, chopped...
  • Page 33 RECIPES WHITE SAUCE 1 Place the butter in a bowl and heat on 100P 300ml ( pint) Cooking time - 5 - 6 minutes (HIGH) for 30 seconds, until melted. Preparation time - 5 - 6 minutes 2 Stir in the flour and whisk in the milk. Cook on 25g (1oz) butter 100P (HIGH) for 5 minutes, stirring halfway 25g (1oz) plain flour...
  • Page 34 RECIPES PLAIN MICROWAVE CAKE 1 Line the base of 17.8cm (7”) cake dish with Serves 4-6 Cooking time - 4 minutes kitchen paper. Preparation time - 6 - 8 minutes 2 Cream the margarine and sugar together until 100g (4oz) margarine light and fluffy.
  • Page 35: Specifications

    SHARP Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. The illustrations, technical information and data contained in this publication, are to the best of our knowledge, correct at the time of going to print.
  • Page 36 SHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD Sharp House, Thorp Road, Newton Heath, PRINTED IN THE UK Manchester, M40 5BE, United Kingdom. TINS-A039URR1...

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