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...
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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.
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.
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.
• 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.
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...
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...
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.
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.
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• 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.
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.
• 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 •...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
• 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.
• 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.
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.
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.
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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.
❇ 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 ▼...
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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* 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.
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”) 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.
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.
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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.
• 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.
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.
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...
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