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- Page 1 Operating Instructions and Cookery Book Microwave & Grill Oven Model No: NN-K181MM For domestic use only Important safety instructions Please read carefully and keep for future reference...
- Page 2 ¤ Customer Care Centre 0844 8443868 Selected Spares and Accessories: Order direct on line at www.panasonic.co.uk or by telephoning the Customer Care Centre number above. For Cookery Advice call: 01344 862108 Alternatively visit our web site at www.theideaskitchen.co.uk...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety Information Unpacking your oven Before using your oven Care & cleaning Maintenance of your oven Parts of your oven Important Information Microwaving Principles Control Panels General Guidelines 12-13 Containers to use 14-15 Setting the Clock/Timer/Child Safety Lock Microwave Cooking and Defrosting Grilling Combination Cooking Auto Weight Defrost... -
Page 4: Safety Information
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be cover can be purchased from your local connected to the terminal in the plug which is Panasonic Dealer. marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN. HOW TO REPLACE THE FUSE When this oven is installed it should be easy to... -
Page 5: Unpacking Your Oven
Unpacking your oven Examine Your Oven Unpack oven, remove all packing material, and examine the oven for any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify the dealer immediately if unit is damaged. Do NOT install if unit is damaged. Guarantee Your receipt is your guarantee, please keep safe. -
Page 6: Before Using Your Oven
Caution: Hot surfaces Hot Surfaces allowed to operate the oven under supervision. Ensure that children do not Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents touch the hot outer casing after operation on the cabinet and the oven door, will get of the oven. hot during COMBINATION and GRILLING. -
Page 7: Care & Cleaning
Care & Cleaning of your Microwave Oven IMPORTANT - It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is kept clean, and wiped out after each use. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of a surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. -
Page 8: Maintenance Of Your Oven
NOT attempt to remove the outer casing from the oven. Selected Spares and Accessories These may be ordered direct; on line at www.panasonic.co.uk or by telephoning the Customer Care Centre 0844 8443868. Most major credit and debit cards accepted. Ensure you quote... -
Page 9: Parts Of Your Oven
Parts of Your Oven 1. Do not operate the oven without the Roller 7. While cooking by MICROWAVE or Ring and Glass Turntable in place. COMBINATION the turntable may vibrate. 2. Only use the Glass Turntable specifically This will not affect cooking performance. designed for this oven. -
Page 10: Important Information
Important Information – Read Carefully Safety Christmas Pudding. If smoke or a fire occurs in the oven, press Christmas puddings and other foods high Stop/Cancel button or turn TIMER/WEIGHT in fats or sugar, eg. jam, mince pies, must SELECT dial back to zero position and leave the not be over heated. - Page 11 Important Information – Read Carefully Deep Fat Frying. Keeping Your Oven Clean. Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your oven. It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is wiped out regularly. Use Meat Thermometer. warm soapy water, squeeze the cloth out Use a meat thermometer to check the well and use to remove any grease or food...
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Page 12: Microwaving Principles
Microwaving Principles Important Notes The dish used to cook or Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook and reheat the food will get reheat food since early experiments with radar in World War II. warm during cooking, as the Microwaves are present in the atmosphere all the time, both heat conducts from the naturally and from manmade sources. -
Page 13: Control Panels
Control Panels NN-K181MM (1) Display Window (2) Microwave Power Levels (3) Grill Pad (4) Combination Pad (5) Time Pads (6) Auto Weight Microwave Programs (7) Auto Weight Combination Programs (8) Auto Weight Defrost Pad (9) Timer /Clock Pad (10) Weight Selection Pads (11) Stop /Cancel Pad: Before Cooking: one press clears your instructions. -
Page 14: General Guidelines
General Guidelines STANDING TIME PIERCING Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and cakes, require standing time (inside or outside of the oven) after cook ing, to allow heat to finish con ducting to the centre of the food to cook through completely. Wrap meat joints and jacket potatoes in aluminium foil while standing. - Page 15 General Guidelines CHECKING FOOD SHAPE Even shapes cook evenly. Food cooks better by microwave when in a round container rather than square. It is essential that food is checked during and after a recommended cooking time, even if an AUTO PROGRAM has been used (just as you would check food cooked in a conven tional STARTING TEMPERATURE oven).
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Page 16: Containers To Use
Containers to use Choosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the success or failure of your cooking. Testing Dishes for Suitability When unsure that a cooking Result con tainer is suitable for use If the dish is suitable for in your microwave, check by micro waving, it will remain the follow ing test:... - Page 17 Containers to use PLASTIC Many plastic containers are designed for microwave use. Only use Tupperware ® containers if they are designed for microwave use. Do not use Melamine as it will scorch. Do not use plastic for cooking foods high in sugar or fat or foods that require long cooking times e.g.
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Page 18: Setting The Clock/Timer/Child Safety Lock
Setting the Clock When the oven is first plugged in “88:88” appears in display window. eg. 11.25pm Press five times Press eleven times (to set 1 mins.) (to set hours) Press twice (to set 10 mins.) • Press Timer / Clock Pad •... -
Page 19: Microwave Cooking And Defrosting
Microwave Cooking and Defrosting The glass turntable must always be in position when using the oven. Wattage 800 Watts High 1 Press 270 Watts Defrost 2 Presses 700 Watts Medium 3 Presses 520 Watts 4 Presses 200 Watts Warm 5 Presses •... -
Page 20: Grilling
Grilling • Set grilling time by turning Timer dial. If • Set Cooking Mode selection the door is already closed cooking time dial to Grill position will begin immediately. • Select Cooking time. Time • Press Start. • Press Grill Pad to select can be set up to 90 minutes. -
Page 21: Combination Cooking
Combination Cooking NN-K181MM • Press combination pad to select • Select cooking time. Time • Press Start. level. The combination indicator can be set up to 90 minutes. lights and combination level (1, 2 or 3) appears in the display. Press Level Grill... -
Page 22: Auto Weight Defrost
Auto Weight Defrost This feature allows you to defrost bread, meat items and joints of meat automatically once you have entered in the weight of the food. • Select desired program. • Set Weight using the Up and • Press Start. Press the pad once to Down pads. -
Page 23: Defrosting Guidelines
Defrosting Guidelines For Best Results: 1. Place foods in a suitable container. Meat joints and chickens should be placed on an upturned saucer or on a plastic rack if you have one. 2. Check food during defrosting, as foods vary in their defrosting speed. 3. -
Page 24: Defrosting Charts
Defrosting Charts The times given below are a guideline only. Always check the progress of the food by opening the oven door and then re-starting. For larger quantities adjust times accordingly. Food should not be covered during defrosting. Defrosting Time per Meat Method Standing... -
Page 25: Auto Weight Programs
Auto Weight Programs This feature allows you to cook or reheat foods by setting the weight only. The oven determines the microwave power level and / or combination level then the cooking time automatically. Select the category of food and then just enter the weight. The weight is entered in grams. •... - Page 26 Chilled meal 200g - 800g To reheat a chilled convenience meal that can be stirred. Foods must be in a suitable shallow microwaveable container and have the film pierced. Select program (1 press of micro cook pad), enter weight and press start. Stir halfway. After cooking allow to stand for 1 minute.
- Page 27 Jacket Potatoes 200g - 1000g To cook jacket potatoes with a crispier, drier skin. Choose medium sized potatoes 200-250g (7-9oz) for best results. Wash and dry potatoes and prick with a fork several times. Place directly on Wire Rack on turntable. Select program (1 press of combi cook pad).
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Page 28: Cooking And Reheating Guidelines
Cooking and Reheating Guidelines Most foods reheat very quickly in your oven by HIGH power. MINCE PIES - CAUTION Meals can be brought back to serving temperature in just REMEMBER even if the pastry is minutes and will taste freshly cooked and NOT leftover. cold to the touch, the filling will be Always check food is piping hot and return to oven if piping hot and will warm the... -
Page 29: Reheating Charts
Reheating Charts The times given in the charts below are a guideline only, and will vary depending on STARTING temperature, dish size etc. The IEC (60705) HEATING CATEGORY 800W power output (watts) Your oven is Heating Category E and this is The heating displayed on the front of your control panel. - Page 30 Reheating Charts Weight/ Power Time to Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Level Select (approx) PASTRY PRODUCTS - PRECOOKED - N.B. Pastries reheated by microwave will have a soft base. HIGH ⁄ mins. Combi 2 4-5 mins. Cornish Pasty 255 g (1) Place on microwave safe plate on HIGH ⁄...
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Page 31: Cooking Charts
Reheating Charts Weight/ Power Time to Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Level Select (approx) PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS - FROZEN N.B. Transfer food from foil container to a similar sized microwave safe dish. Plastic dishes designed for microwave and conventional ovens may be used with care. - Page 32 Cooking Charts Weight/ Power Time to Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Level Select (approx) CHICKEN from raw – Caution: Hot fat! Remove dish with care. Place on microwave safe rack or plate. 18-20 mins. Cover and place on turntable. Quarters 552 g (2) Combi 2 16-20 mins.
- Page 33 Cooking Charts Weight/ Power Time to Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Level Select (approx) PIZZA – FRESH CHILLED – N.B. Remove all packaging. Pizzas will have a soft base. HIGH 4-5 mins. Place on heatproof plate on turntable. Thin & Crispy 370 g Combi 2 10-12 mins.
- Page 34 Cooking Charts Weight/ Power Time to Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Level Select (approx) FRESH VEGETABLES – Place in shallow microwave safe dish. Green Beans 450 g HIGH 6-7 mins. Beetroot 250 g HIGH 8 -10 mins. ⁄ ⁄ Broccoli + Cauliflower - florets 450 g HIGH 7 mins.
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Page 35: Recipes
Soup and Snacks ngredients Cream of Mushroom Soup Serves 4 25 g (1oz) butter 1 small onion, chopped Dish: large bowl 600 ml (1pt) hot chicken stock 1. Place the butter and chopped onion in a large bowl. 225 g (8oz) button mushrooms, sliced Cover and cook on HIGH power for 3 mins or until bouquet garni soft. -
Page 36: Meat And Poultry
Meat and Poultry ngredients Lamb in a Spicy Cream and Almond Sauce 3-4 cloves garlic, crushed 1 cm ( ”) piece fresh ginger, grated Serves 4 50 g (2 oz) ground almonds Dish: Large casserole dish 45 ml (3 tbsp) water 1. - Page 37 ngredients Pork with Sweet & Sour Sauce Serves 2 225 g (8oz) pork fillet, diced Sweet & Sour Sauce: Dish: small casserole 15 ml (1tbsp) oil 1. Place pork in dish, cover and cook on LOW power 1 small carrot cut into matchsticks for 7-9 mins.
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Page 38: Fish Curry
Fish Arranging Liquid Noise Thin fillets of fish i.e. plaice, Fresh fish should always be During cooking, popping should be rolled up prior to sprinkled with 30ml (2tbsp) of sounds may be heard. This is cooking to avoid overcooking water, lemon juice or white due to moisture trapped on the thinner outside edge wine. - Page 39 Vegetables ngredients Wild Mushroom and Basil Risotto Serves 4 40 g (1 oz) dried Cep mushrooms 50 g (2oz) butter Dish: 3 litre (6pt) casserole dish 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1. Soak mushrooms in 300 ml ( pt) warm water. 1 small onion, finely chopped 2.
- Page 40 Desserts / Cakes Ingredients Steamed Suet Sponge Pudding Serves 4 150 g (5oz) self-raising flour pinch of salt 50 g (2oz) caster sugar Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) pudding basin 50 g (2oz) suet 1. In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour and salt. 1 egg Stir in the sugar and suet.
- Page 41 ngredients Date Puddings and Butterscotch Sauce 200 g (7 oz) fresh dates, stoned and finely chopped Serves 6 175 g (6 oz) self-raising flour Dish: Large microwave pudding bowl 5 ml (1 tsp) baking powder 1. Pour 175 ml (6 fl. oz) boiling water over the chopped 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence dates and set aside to cool.
- Page 42 Sauces ngredients Custard 30 ml (2tbsp) custard power 15 ml (1tbsp) sugar 600 ml (1pt) cold milk Dish: 1 litre (2pt) jug 1. Mix together the custard powder, sugar and a little milk to form a smooth paste. 2. Blend in the remaining milk, whisking well. 3.
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Page 43: Technical Specifications
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. Pursuant to the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Service Europe, a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15,22525 Hamburg, F.R.Germany Manufactured for Panasonic Corporation by GMMEAM 6, Yong An Road,... - Page 44 For COOKERY ADVICE call: 01344 862108 Open Monday to Friday 9am–12pm Home Economists will provide friendly guidance on queries relating to recipes and cooking in your microwave. learn Visit Panasonic's The Ideas Kitchen website for Microwave advice, recipes, cook cooking tips and offers: www.theideaskitchen.co.uk...