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R-242M
MICROWAVE OVEN
OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKBOOK
800 W (IEC 705)

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  • Page 1 R-242M MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKBOOK 800 W (IEC 705)
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS OVEN AND ACCESSORIES ........2 CONTROL PANEL .........3 Important IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .
  • Page 4: Oven And Accessories

    To avoid damage to the turntable, when removing dishes/containers from the microwave oven, please ensure that you lift them clear of the turntable rim. NOTE: When you order accessories, please mention two details: part name and model name to your dealer or SHARP authorised service agent.
  • Page 5: Control Panel

    CONTROL PANEL 1. DIGITAL DISPLAY 2. AUTO COOK Menu 3. AUTO DEFROST Menu 4. AUTO COOK/AUTO DEFROST Pad 5. POWER LEVEL/WEIGHT Pad 6. STOP/CLEAR Pad 7. START/AUTO MINUTE Pad 8. TIME Pads...
  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    (See Installation next page) and that it does not run Important: under the oven or over any hot or sharp surfaces. If any damage is apparent, do not 5.The socket must be readily accessible so that it can operate the oven in any way, until it be easily unplugged in an emergency.
  • Page 7: Before Operation

    The exchange must be made by an by BSI or ASTA to BS1362. If you have any doubt authorised SHARP service agent. about electrical connection seek the help of a A defective plug, power supply cord or socket may qualified electrician.
  • Page 8: Setting The Clock

    SETTING THE CLOCK There are two setting modes: 12 hour clock and 24 hour clock. 1. To set the 12 hour-clock, hold the POWER LEVEL /WEIGHT pad down for 3 seconds. x1 for 3 seconds will appear in the display. 2.
  • Page 9: Maff Heating Category

    MAFF HEATING CATEGORY Microwave output power in The heating category (a letter A to E) developed by watts (based on international MAFF (Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food) 800W (IEC 705) standard.) with microwave oven and food manufacturers indicates the ability of the oven to heat small Letter representing the oven quantities of food (up to 500g [1lb 2oz]).
  • Page 10: Microwaving

    MICROWAVING Introduction: thorough cooking and is particularly important for Water, sugar and fat in food absorbs microwaves and dense food, such as joints of meat. causes them to vibrate. This creates heat by friction, in the same way your hands get warm when you rub Microwaves pass through non-metallic dishes and them together.
  • Page 11: Multiple Sequence Cooking

    MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING A maximum of 3 stages are possible, combining manual or automatic programmes in a sequence. Example: To cook for: 5 minutes on 100P power (Stage 1) followed by:- 16 minutes on 30P power (Stage 2) To input the power STAGE 2 STAGE 1 level press the...
  • Page 12: Auto Cook/Defrost

    AUTO COOK/DEFROST This function enables you to cook or defrost the foods listed on the control panel (see Auto Cook/Defrost chart below). To operate the Auto Cook/Defrost function, follow the example given below. Example: To cook a chicken weighing 1.6 kg on Auto Cook/Defrost 3. Press the AUTO After 2 seconds the oven Press the POWER...
  • Page 13: Auto Cook/Defrost Chart

    COOKING ADVICE WARNING - Always attend the oven when in use. Carefully follow the SHARP Operation Manual at all times. If you exceed recommended cooking times and/or use power levels that are too high, food may overheat, burn, and in extreme circumstances, catch fire and damage the oven.
  • Page 14: Suitable Cookware

    SUITABLE COOKWARE When microwaving, use only those utensils suitable for microwave cookery as indicated below. A variety of cookware can be used for microwaving. Round/oval dishes rather than square/oblong ones are recommended, as food in corners tends to overcook. COOKWARE SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING Heat resistant glass, (e.g.
  • Page 15: Food Handling And Preparation

    SUITABLE COOKWARE SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING COOKWARE Browning dishes Always place on an up-turned plate on the turntable to prevent & self-heating heat stress. Follow manufacturers' instructions. Be careful as packages. these become very hot. Popcorn: Only use microwave popcorn within recommended packaging (follow popcorn manufacturer's instructions).
  • Page 16 FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION Composition Food high in fat or sugar (Christmas pudding, mince & quality pies) requires less heating time and should be watched, over-heating can lead to fire. Good quality ingredients should be used for microwaving. Economical cuts of meat are recommended for casserole.
  • Page 17: Advice For Defrosting

    ADVICE FOR DEFROSTING Place in a flan dish, turn over at least 4-5 times Meat joints during defrosting, shield any warm areas with small, flat pieces of foil. After defrosting, wrap in foil and allow meat to stand for 60-90 minutes, until thoroughly defrosted.
  • Page 18: Advice For Reheating

    ADVICE FOR REHEATING WARNINGS: Oil & Fat: Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as this may lead to overheating and fire. Stand back when opening the oven door to allow heat or steam to disperse. When removing covers (such as cling film), opening roasting bags or popcorn packaging, direct steam away from face and hands.
  • Page 19: Cleaning & Maintenance

    18. Service Technician appointed by SHARP.
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    If you do not make the proper electrical connections THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. you might damage the oven or injure yourself. Neither IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBTS ABOUT YOUR SHARP nor the supplier will be liable if this happens. ELECTRICAL SUPPLY ASK A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
  • Page 21: Cookbook

    COOKBOOK CONTENTS Introduction & Conversion Charts ..........19 Defrosting Charts: Meat, poultry, fish, fruit, bread &...
  • Page 22: Defrosting Chart

    DEFROSTING CHART FOOD DEFROST MICRO METHOD STANDING TIME POWER LEVEL TIME 45-60 Minutes Meat Joints 28-30 Minutes/ Place in a flan dish. Turn over 4-5 (Beef,Lamb,Pork) 450g (1lb) times during defrosting. Shield. Place on a plate. Turn over 3-4 times, 15-20 Minutes Minced Meat 8-9 Minutes/...
  • Page 23: Cooking Charts

    COOKING CHARTS FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING TIME POWER LEVEL TIME 6 Minutes Beef (rare) 10-11 Minutes/ Place in a flan dish. MEDIUM HIGH (Topside, Silverside) 450g (1lb) Turn over halfway through cooking. 8 Minutes Beef (medium) 13-14 Minutes/ MEDIUM HIGH Place in a flan dish.
  • Page 24 COOKING CHARTS FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING TIME POWER LEVEL TIME 2 Minutes Aubergines & 6 Minutes/ HIGH Slice. Add 30ml (2tbsp) water. Cover dish. Broccoli (fresh) 225g (8oz) Stir halfway through cooking. 100P 2 Minutes Beans 6 Minutes/ HIGH Add 30ml (2tbsp) water.
  • Page 25 COOKING CHARTS ❇ FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING TIME POWER LEVEL TIME 5 Minutes White rice 14 - 15 Minutes Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling water/100g (4oz) MEDIUM HIGH (long grain) rice. Do not cover. Stir twice during cooking. 5 Minutes Add 400ml (14fl.oz) boiling water/100g (4oz) Brown rice 20 - 21 Minutes...
  • Page 26: Reheating Chart

    REHEATING CHART FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING TIME POWER LEVEL TIME 2 Minutes Soup, Baked beans, 6 - 7 Minutes/ MEDIUM HIGH Remove from can. Place in a dish and Spaghetti, Potatoes, 425g (15oz) can cover. Stir halfway through cooking. Vegetables (canned) Bread rolls (med.) 40 - 50 Seconds/...
  • Page 27 RECIPES TOMATO & ORANGE SOUP 1 Melt the butter in a large bowl on 100P (HIGH) Serves 4 for 1 minute. Preparation time - 10 minutes 2 Add the onion, carrot and potato and heat on Orange and tomato flavours combine to make an 100P (HIGH) for 6 minutes.
  • Page 28 RECIPES FISH PIE 1 Place potatoes in a bowl, add 75ml (5tbsp) Serves 4 water. Cover and cook on 100P (HIGH) for Preparation time - 18 minutes 14-15 minutes, until soft enough to mash. 675g (11/2/2lb) potatoes, peeled and chopped Mash with butter, milk and seasoning.
  • Page 29 RECIPES STROGANOFF 1 Toss the meat in the flour, salt and pepper, until Serves 4 evenly coated. Preparation time - 10 - 12 minutes 2 Place the steak, remaining flour, onion, tomato 1kg (2lb) rump steak or lean pork, cut into strips purée, stock and white wine in a casserole 50g (2oz) plain flour dish.
  • Page 30 RECIPES BOLOGNESE SAUCE 1 Melt the butter and oil in a large bowl on 100% Serves 4 (HIGH) for 1 minute. Stir in the onion, celery, Preparation time - 10 - 12 minutes garlic and bacon. Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 50g (2oz) butter 6 minutes, stir halfway through cooking.
  • Page 31 RECIPES TURKEY FRICASSEE 1 Melt the butter in a large bowl on 100P (HIGH) Serves 4 for 1 minute. Preparation time - 6 - 7 minutes 2 Stir in the onion and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 50g (2oz) butter 2 minutes.
  • Page 32 RECIPES QUICHE LORRAINE 1 Line a 20.4cm (8”) flan dish with pastry. Serves 4-6 2 Place the bacon and the onion in a bowl, cover Preparation time - 18 minutes and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 3-4 minutes. 275g (10oz) short crust pastry 3 Place the eggs, milk, salt and pepper and 6 slices bacon, chopped mixed herbs in a bowl and mix thoroughly.
  • Page 33 RECIPES WHITE SAUCE 1 Place the butter in a bowl and heat on 100P 300ml ( pint) (HIGH) for 30 seconds, until melted. Preparation time - 5 - 6 minutes 2 Stir in the flour and whisk in the milk. Cook on 25g (1oz) butter 100P (HIGH) for 5 minutes, stirring halfway 25g (1oz) plain flour...
  • Page 34 RECIPES PLAIN MICROWAVE CAKE 1 Line the base of 17.8cm (7”) cake dish with Serves 4-6 kitchen paper. Preparation time - 6 - 8 minutes 2 Cream the margarine and sugar together until 100g (4oz) margarine light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and fold in the 100g (4oz) caster sugar sifted flour alternately with the milk.
  • Page 35: Calling For Service

    Service Technician Appointed by Sharp. Company”), guarantee to provide for the repair of, Please clean your microwave oven regularly and or, at its option replace this SHARP equipment, or any remove any stains or fat residues without delay. component thereof, (other than Glass/Ceramic...
  • Page 36: Specifications

    SHARP Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. The illustrations, technical information and data contained in this publication were to the best of our knowledge, correct at the time of going to print.

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