Sharp R-27STM-A Operation Manual With Cookbook

Sharp R-27STM-A Operation Manual With Cookbook

800w microwave oven

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OPERATION MANUAL
R-27STM-A.indd A
R-27STM-A.indd A
with COOKBOOK
R-27STM-A

MICROWAVE OVEN

800W (IEC 60705)
7/3/09 5:31:02 PM
7/3/09 5:31:02 PM

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  • Page 1: Microwave Oven

    OPERATION MANUAL with COOKBOOK R-27STM-A MICROWAVE OVEN 800W (IEC 60705) R-27STM-A.indd A R-27STM-A.indd A 7/3/09 5:31:02 PM 7/3/09 5:31:02 PM...
  • Page 2 If the product is used for business purposes and you want to discard it: Please contact your SHARP dealer who will inform you about the take-back of the product. You might be charged for the costs arising from take-back and recycling. Small products (and small amounts) might be taken back by your local collection facilities.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ..............39 PECIFICATIONS R-27STM-A.indd 1 R-27STM-A.indd 1...
  • Page 4: Oven And Accessories

    This does not affect cooking performance. • When you order accessories, please quote both the PART NAME and MODEL NUMBER to your dealer or SHARP approved service facility. WARNING: The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, turntable and dishes will become very hot during operation.
  • Page 5: Control Panel

    R-27STM-A.indd 3 R-27STM-A.indd 3 CONTROL PANEL DIGITAL DISPLAY INDICATORS BUTTONS: AUTO COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS DEFROST START/AUTO MINUTE TIME/WEIGHT STOP/CLEAR POWER LEVEL 7/3/09 5:31:03 PM 7/3/09 5:31:03 PM...
  • Page 6: Installation

    5. Make sure the power supply cord is undamaged (See “ELECTRICAL CONNECTION” below). Do not allow the power supply cord to run over any hot or sharp surfaces, such as the hot air vent area at the top rear of the oven.
  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    • If water or food drops inside the air vent openings switch off the oven immediately, unplug it and call a SHARP approved service facility. (See page 37). • Never move the oven while it is operating.
  • Page 8: Maff Heating Category

    During cooking the microwaves bounce off the sides of the oven cavity at random. R-27STM-A.indd 6 R-27STM-A.indd 6 The heating category (a letter A to E) developed by MAFF (Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and...
  • Page 9: Before Operation

    STOP/CLEAR key, or at the end of cooking), you will not be able to operate the oven until you open and close the oven door. Whilst in Energy Save Mode the display is blank. R-27STM-A.indd 7 R-27STM-A.indd 7 7/3/09 5:31:04 PM...
  • Page 10: Microwave Power Levels

    MEDIUM MEDIUM LOW (Defrost) (Defrost) POWER LEVEL BUTTON R-27STM-A.indd 8 R-27STM-A.indd 8 • Your oven has 6 power levels, as shown opposite. • To change the power level for cooking, enter Percentage the cooking time and then press the POWER LEVEL button.
  • Page 11: How To Operate Your Oven

    The input unit of cooking (defrosting) time varies from 10 seconds to 5 minutes. It depends on the total length of the cooking (defrosting) time as shown on the table. R-27STM-A.indd 9 R-27STM-A.indd 9 Example: To cook for 2 minutes 30 seconds on 70P microwave power.
  • Page 12 • If you want to know the power level during cooking, press the POWER LEVEL button. As long as your finger is touching the button, the power level will be displayed. R-27STM-A.indd 10 R-27STM-A.indd 10 Example: To defrost for 10 minutes on 30P microwave power.
  • Page 13: Auto Cook / Auto Cook Chart

    Example: To cook 0.3kg Rice using Auto Cook AC-2. 1. Select the menu required by pressing the AUTO COOK button twice. R-27STM-A.indd 11 R-27STM-A.indd 11 AUTO COOK 2. Enter the weight by turning the TIME/WEIGTH knob until the desired weight is displayed.
  • Page 14: Auto Cook Chart

    • For converting to lbs/oz refer to the conversion chart page 22. WARNING: The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, turntable and dishes will become very hot during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves. R-27STM-A.indd 12 R-27STM-A.indd 12 WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE 1 - 4 pieces •...
  • Page 15: Express Cook / Express Defrost

    3. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE button once to start cooking. The display will count down through the cooking time. R-27STM-A.indd 13 R-27STM-A.indd 13 EXPRESS DEFROST Example: To defrost a 1.5kg Meat Joint. 1. Press the MEAT JOINT button once.
  • Page 16: Express Cook Chart

    Frozen x2: Chilled • Chilled foods are cooked from 5ºC. • Frozen foods are cooked from -18ºC. R-27STM-A.indd 14 R-27STM-A.indd 14 COOKING PROCEDURE • Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable. • Turn meat over when the audible signal sounds.
  • Page 17: Express Defrost Chart

    WARNING: The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, turntable and dishes will become very hot during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves. R-27STM-A.indd 15 R-27STM-A.indd 15 COOKING PROCEDURE • Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable.
  • Page 18: Convenient Functions

    3 minutes after cooking completion, closing the door or pressing the STOP/CLEAR button. • The overall time can be extended to a maximum of 90 minutes. R-27STM-A.indd 16 R-27STM-A.indd 16 STAGE 2 3. Enter the cooking time by turning the TIME/ WEIGHT knob.
  • Page 19: Cooking Advice

    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.
  • Page 20: Microwave Cooking Advice

    The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken and the temperature is to be checked before consumption to avoid burns. R-27STM-A.indd 18 R-27STM-A.indd 18 7/3/09 5:31:06 PM...
  • Page 21: Suitable Cookware

    NOTE: When heating food in plastic or paper containers, monitor the oven due to the possibility of ignition. R-27STM-A.indd 19 R-27STM-A.indd 19 Round/oval dishes are preferable to square/ oblong ones, as the food in the corners tends to overcook.
  • Page 22: Defrosting Advice

    • Remove all packaging and wrapping before defrosting. • To defrost food, use microwave power levels MEDIUM LOW or LOW. • Please refer to the defrosting chart on page 23 for further information. R-27STM-A.indd 20 R-27STM-A.indd 20 It is a simple proccess but the following instructions are essential to ensure the food is thoroughly defrosted.
  • Page 23: Reheating Advice

    • Canned potatoes should not be heated in the microwave oven, follow the manufacturer's instructions on the can. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken and the temperature is to be checked before consumption to avoid burns. R-27STM-A.indd 21 R-27STM-A.indd 21 serving. serving.
  • Page 24: Cookbook

    100g 175g 225g 450g R-27STM-A.indd 22 R-27STM-A.indd 22 COOKBOOK & C ......22...
  • Page 25: Defrosting Chart

    Method: If shielding is necessary, use small pieces of foil. ❖ Poultry: Chicken, turkey and duck must be defrosted without giblets. ● Standing Time: During recommended standing time, wrap or cover food in foil. R-27STM-A.indd 23 R-27STM-A.indd 23 MICRO POWER LEVEL Place in a flan dish. Turn over 4-5 450g times during defrosting.
  • Page 26: Cooking Chart

    Method: If shielding is necessary, use small, pieces of foil. ● Standing Time: During recommended standing time, wrap or cover food in foil. Note: Prior to cooking, food is refrigerated, 5 R-27STM-A.indd 24 R-27STM-A.indd 24 COOKING CHART MICRO POWER LEVEL Place in a flan dish.
  • Page 27 450g berries/Redcurrants NOTE: • Fresh vegetables and fruit are cooked from 20°C (ambient temperature). • Frozen vegetables are cooked from -18°C. R-27STM-A.indd 25 R-27STM-A.indd 25 ▼ METHOD MICRO POWER LEVEL 100P Place in dish. Add 30ml (2 tbsp) water. Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
  • Page 28: Cooking Food

    ❇ Cooking Time: Cooking time is constant for any quantity of rice or pasta, quantity of boiling water has to be adjusted according to quantity of rice or pasta, see Method. ● Standing Time (rice & pasta only): After standing, rinse in boiling water prior to serving. R-27STM-A.indd 26 R-27STM-A.indd 26 COOKING CHART ▼...
  • Page 29: Reheating Chart

    5ml (1tsp) fresh parsley, chopped 2 large ripe avocados 15ml (1tbsp) lemon juice 50g cheese, grated fresh parsley sprigs to garnish R-27STM-A.indd 27 R-27STM-A.indd 27 MICRO METHOD POWER LEVEL Remove from can. Place in a dish and cover.
  • Page 30 5ml (1 tsp) english mustard powder 50g soured cream 100g couscous, tomato flavour 4 salmon steaks (approx. 225g each) R-27STM-A.indd 28 R-27STM-A.indd 28 RECIPES 1 Place the celery, carrots, garlic and leeks in a 2.5 litre (approx. 4 pints) bowl and cook on 100P for 3 minutes.
  • Page 31 30ml (2 tbsp) cornflour blended with water 200g carrots, sliced 100g onions, sliced 400g potatoes, par-boiled and cubed R-27STM-A.indd 29 R-27STM-A.indd 29 RECIPES 1 Cut the aubergines in half lengthways and score the flesh with a knife. Sprinkle with salt and leave for 30 minutes.
  • Page 32 Bolognese Sauce- Variations: Chilli Con Carne: Make as the bolognese sauce. At stage 3, add 450g drained canned red kidney beans and 5 - 15ml (1 - 3 tsp) chilli powder, to taste. R-27STM-A.indd 30 R-27STM-A.indd 30 RECIPES 1 Place all ingredients into a 2.5 litre (approx.
  • Page 33 * Before using the Korma paste, ensure the oil is poured from the top of the jar, then drain the paste, using a seive with kitchen paper in it to remove the remaining excess oil. R-27STM-A.indd 31 R-27STM-A.indd 31 RECIPES 1 Place the margarine, turkey, mushrooms, leeks, salt and pepper into a 2.5 litre (approx.
  • Page 34 ”) fresh root ginger, peeled & grated 2 cloves garlic, crushed 675g cooked potatoes, cut into 2.5cm (1”) pieces pinch of salt R-27STM-A.indd 32 R-27STM-A.indd 32 RECIPES 1 Place the peppers, garlic, celery and chicken into a 2.5 litre (approx. 4 pints) bowl and cook on 100P for 4 minutes.
  • Page 35: White Sauce

    150g brown sugar 5ml (1 tsp) cinnamon 150g plain wholemeal flour 75g rolled oats 75g margarine R-27STM-A.indd 33 R-27STM-A.indd 33 RECIPES 1 Mix the leeks and ham in bowl, cook on 100P for 5 minutes. 2 Place half the leek mixture in a 2.5 litre (approx.
  • Page 36 200g margarine 4 eggs (medium) 100g self raising flour 50g cocoa powder 75g plain or milk chocolate drops R-27STM-A.indd 34 R-27STM-A.indd 34 RECIPES 1 Cream the sugar and margarine until light and fluffy. 2 Beat in the eggs one at a time.
  • Page 37: Cleaning & Maintenance

    • Take care not to let soapy water drip through the small holes in the oven walls and the cavity floor. Excess water spillage through these holes will cause damage to the oven interior. R-27STM-A.indd 35 R-27STM-A.indd 35 • Do not allow grease or dirt to build-up on the door seals or areas around the door.
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 39: To Replace The Mains Plug

    230-240V, 50Hz alternating current supply. If you do not 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...
  • Page 40: Guarantee

    Sharp Electronics (UK) Ltd. (“Sharp”) guarantees that for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase the enclosed product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship. Sharp agrees to provide for the repair or, at its option, the replacement of a defective product. Sharp reserves the right to replace defective parts, or the product, with new or refurbished items.
  • Page 41: Specifications

    No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, translating or other means without prior permission from SHARP Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. R-27STM-A.indd 39 R-27STM-A.indd 39 SPECIFICATIONS...
  • Page 42 R-27STM-A.indd 40 R-27STM-A.indd 40 Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd London, U. K. U.K.: 08705 274277 (office hours) Ireland: 01 676 0648 (office hours) Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support PRINTED IN THAILAND TINSEB215WRRZ-K91 7/3/09 5:31:09 PM 7/3/09 5:31:09 PM...

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