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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Remove all metallic seals, wire twists, etc., from food and food packages. Arcing on metallic surfaces may cause a fi re. Do not use the microwave oven to heat oil for deep frying. The temperature cannot be controlled and the oil may catch fi 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 off 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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SHARP to do so. If the oven lamp fails, please consult your dealer or an authorised SHARP service agent. • If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an authorised SHARP service agent.
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mixed, pierce the yolks and the whites. Shell and slice hard boiled eggs before reheating them in the microwave oven. Pierce the skin of such foods as potatoes, sausages and fruit before cooking, or they may explode. WARNING: The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars must be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.
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(mode applicable to model), children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperature generated. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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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.
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applications such as; Kitchen areas reserved for staff in stores, offi ces and other professional environments / Farms / Use by clients of hotels, motels and other residential type environments / Bed and breakfast type environments. Precautions will using the Hot Air functions (Air Fry, Grill and Convection) •...
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• DO NOT touch accessories during or immediately after cooking. • Extreme caution must be used when the appliance contains hot food. Improper use may result in personal injury. • Leave the unit after use so it has suffi cient time to cool. •...
Installation 1. Remove all packing materials from the inside of the oven cavity and remove any protective fi 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 Specifi cations Model name: R-26CAF-B AC Line Voltage 230~240 V, 50 Hz single phase Distribution line fuse/circuit breaker...
Control panel 1. DIGITAL DISPLAY – Cooking time, power, indicators and clock time are displayed. 2. MICROWAVE POWER – Press to select microwave power level. 3. CONVECTION – Press to select convection temperature. 4. GRILL – Press to set grill cooking program. (Page 19). 5.
NOTES: • If the clock is set, when cooking is complete, the display will show the correct time of day. If the clock has not been set, the display will only show “0:00” when cooking is complete. • To check the time of day during a cooking process, press SET CLOCK key and the LED will display the time of day for 2-3 seconds.
Manual operation Opening the door: To open the oven door, press door opening button. Starting the oven: Prepare and place food in a suitable container onto the turntable or place directly onto the turntable. Close the door and press the START/ +30s key after selecting the desired cooking mode.
IMPORTANT: • Close the door after cooking/defrosting. Please note that the light will remain on when the door is open, this is for safety reason to remind you to close the door. • If you cook food for more than the standard time (see chart below) using the same cooking mode, the oven’s safety mechanisms automatically activate.
Grill cooking GRILL ONLY COOKING The grill at the top of the oven cavity has one power setting only. The grill is assisted by the turntable which rotates simultaneously to ensure even browning. Use the rack for grilling small items of food such as bacon, gammon and teacakes.
Convection During convection cooking, hot air is circulated throughout the oven cavity to brown and make crisp foods quickly and evenly. This oven can be programmed for thirteen diff erent cooking temperatures (230°C, 220°C, 210°C, 200°C, 190°C, 180°C, 170°C, 160°C, 150°C, 140°C). It is recommended to preheat the oven before cooking in the convection mode.
Microwave + convection The Microwave+Convection mode makes cooking easier and faster as it uses fast microwave cooking and convection to crisp the food. MICROWAVE + CONVECTION combines microwave power with the convection function. In this mode the microwave power and convection power is used alternately. Full power microwave for 14 seconds, then convection set for 170°C for 15 seconds.
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Auto Menu A01 to A09 Display Menu Display Weight (g) Cooking time Cooking mode Cooking advice 150g 150g 1 minute 30 seconds 250g 250g 2 minutes 30 seconds Place your food into a microwave safe Auto 350g 350g 3 minutes 30 seconds Microwave P100 container and place in the centre of the reheat...
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Air Fry Auto Menu To select the microwave and convection cooking auto menus press the AUTO MENU button twice, then press the “+” or “–“ buttons to choose the programmes, the screen will show “AF01” to “AF14” For example, to cook frozen chicken nuggets. 1.
• Wear oven gloves (or similar) when turning food over. • It is not possible to change the time or temperature of the air fry auto menu options. Defrosting by weight The microwave oven is pre-programmed with a timer and power level so that foods such as meat or seafood can be easily defrosted.
Note: Auto menu cannot be set as one of the multiple sequences. Example: If you want to defrost the food for 5 minutes at 30P, then to cook with P80 microwave power for 7 minutes. The steps are as follows: 1.
Suitable ovenware 1. The ideal material for a microwave utensil is transparent to microwave, it allows energy to pass through the container and heat the food. 2. Microwave cannot penetrate metal, so metal utensils or dishes with metallic trim should not be used. 3.
Microwave cooking advice Microwaves cook food faster than conventional cooking. It is therefore essential that certain techniques are followed to ensure good results. Many of the following techniques are similar to those used in conventional cooking. WARNING: Liquids and foods must not be heated in sealed containers or jars/containers with lids on, as pressure will build up inside and may cause the jar/container to explode.
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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 fi 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 power levels P-20 to P-40. •...
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 fi lm and reheat on power level P-50, 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Issue Explanation Draught circulates around When the oven is working, air circulates within the cavity. the door. The door does not form an airtight seal so air may escape from the door. Condensation forms in the The oven cavity will normally be colder than the food being cooked, and so steam oven, and may drip from the produced when cooking will condense on the colder surface.
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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