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User manual YC-PS201AU Microwave oven *Product images are for illustration purpose only. Actual product may vary.
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1. In the European Union 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.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO MICROWAVE ENERGY 1. Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open as this can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. 2.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE To avoid the danger of fi re. The microwave oven should not be left unattended during operation. Power levels that are too high, or cooking times that are too long, may overheat foods resulting in a fi re.
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Do not block the ventilation openings. Remove all metallic seals, wire twists, etc., from food and food packages. Arcing on metallic surfaces may cause a re. Do not use the microwave oven to heat oil for deep frying. The temperature cannot be controlled and the oil may catch re. To make popcorn, use only special microwave popcorn makers.
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• Never spill or insert any objects into the door lock openings or ventilation openings. In the event of a spill, turn o and unplug the oven immediately, and call an authorised SHARP service agent. • Do not immerse the power supply cord or plug in water or any other liquid.
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• Do not attempt to replace the oven lamp yourself or allow anyone who is not an electrician authorised by SHARP to do so. If the oven lamp fails, please consult your dealer or an authorised SHARP service agent. • If the power supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord.
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eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave cooking has ended. To cook or reheat eggs which have not been scrambled or mixed, pierce the yolks and the whites, or the eggs may explode.
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without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use. When the appliance is operated in the AUTO MENU operation, children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperature generated.
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To promote trouble-free use of your oven and avoid damage. Never operate the oven when it is empty. When using a browning dish or self-heating material, always place a heat- resistant insulator such as a porcelain plate under it to prevent damage to the oven base due to heat stress.
INSTALLATION 1. Remove all packing materials from the inside of the oven cavity and remove any protective lm found on the microwave oven cabinet surface. 2. Check the oven carefully for any signs of damage. 3. Place the oven on a secure, level surface, strong enough to take the oven weight, plus the heaviest item likely to be cooked in the oven.
The mains lead used in your microwave oven uses the following colour coded wires: Green and Yellow = EARTH Blue = NEUTRAL Brown = LIVE SPECIFICATIONS Model name YC-PS201AU Power Supply 230~240 V/ 50 Hz Power Consumption 1200 W Rated Microwave Power Output...
OVEN AND ACCESSORIES 1. Door Safety Lock System 2. Oven Window 3. Roller Ring 4. Turntable Coupling 5. Power and Time controls 6. Waveguide Cover (Do Not remove) 7. Glass Tray 8. Ventilation openings 9. Outer cabinet 10. Power supply cord Check to make sure the following accessories are provided: Roller Ring, Turntable Coupling and Glass Tray...
CONTROL PANEL 1. MICROWAVE POWER CONTROL knob – Low - 20% power (140W) – Defrost - 42% power (294W) – Medium Low - 52% power (364W) POWER – Medium - 73% power (511W) – Medium High - 88% power (616W) –...
MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS The microwave power level is varied by the microwave energy switching on and o . When using power levels other than HIGH (100 %) you will be able to hear the microwave energy pulsing on and o as the food cook or defrosts. These levels are selected by rotating the Power control knob to the desired setting.
CLEANING AND CARE 1. Turn o the oven and unplug the power cord from the wall when cleaning. 2. Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls, wipe with a damp cloth.
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The list below is a general guide to help you select the correct utensils. Microwave Cookware Comment Safe Always follow the manufacturers instructions. Browning dishes Do not exceed heating times given. Be very careful as these dishes become very hot. Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and bone china are China and ceramics usually suitable, except for those with metallic decoration.
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 fi re and damage the oven.
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Food Characteristics Composition Foods high in fat or sugar (e.g. Christmas pudding, mince pies) require less heating time. Care should be taken as overheating can lead to re. Bones in food conduct heat, making the food cook more quickly. Care must be taken so that the food is cooked evenly.
DEFROSTING ADVICE Using your microwave oven is the quickest defrosting method. It is a simple process but the following instructions are essential to ensure the food is thoroughly defrosted. • Remove all packaging and wrapping before defrosting. • To defrost food, use microwave level , or Defrost •...
REHEATING ADVICE For the reheating of foods, follow the advice and guidelines below to ensure food is thoroughly reheated before serving. Plated meals Remove any poultry or meat portions, reheat these separately, see below. Place smaller items of food to the centre of the plate, larger and thicker foods to the edge. Cover with vented microwave cling lm and reheat on power level , stir/rearrange halfway through reheating.
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.
BEFORE CALLING FOR ASSISTANCE Before asking for service, please check each item below: • Check to ensure that the oven is plugged in securely. If it is not, remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds, and plug it in again securely. •...
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