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Sharp R-83STM Operation Manual With Cookbook

900 w microwave oven with top & bottom grills and convection
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R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 13/1/2000 12:28 Page A
& BOTTOM GRILLS AND CONVECTION
R-83STM
MICROWAVE OVEN WITH TOP
OPERATION MANUAL
WITH COOKERY BOOK
900W (IEC 60705)
10min.
1min.
10sec.
BREAKFAST
PIZZA
Instant Cook
MIXED GRILL
OVEN CHIPS
BAKED POTATOES
CAKE
CHICKEN PTNS
RICE/PASTA
1 Chilled Ready Meals
1 Meat Joint
2 Frozen Ready Meals
2 Poultry
3 Roast Beef /
3 Chicken Ptn,Steak, Chops
Roast Lamb
4 Minced Meat
4 Roast Pork
5 Bread
5 Roast Poultry
g oz
Kg Lb
LESS
MORE
DUAL
CONVECTION
GRILL
CONVECTION/
GRILL
START
MICROWAVE
POWER LEVEL
AUTO MINUTE
AUTO START
Kg/Lb
CLOCK

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  • Page 1 5 Roast Poultry g oz Kg Lb LESS MORE DUAL CONVECTION GRILL CONVECTION/ GRILL START MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL AUTO MINUTE AUTO START Kg/Lb CLOCK R-83STM MICROWAVE OVEN WITH TOP & BOTTOM GRILLS AND CONVECTION OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKERY BOOK 900W (IEC 60705)
  • Page 2 R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:26 Page B...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:26 Page 1 CONTENTS Contents ............1 Oven and Accessories .

  • Page 4: Oven And Accessories

    NOTE: When you order accessories, mention the Model and part name to For use see page 10-11. your dealer or SHARP authorised service facility WARNING: The accessories become very hot during Grill, Convection, Dual, Pizza, Breakfast, Instant Cook and Auto Cook modes.

  • Page 5: Control Panel

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 13/1/2000 12:29 Page 3 CONTROL PANEL DIGITAL DISPLAY BOTTOM GRILL indicator. CONVECTION indicator. MICRO Lbs Kg Oz AUTO COOK TOP GRILL indicator. MICROWAVE indicator. WEIGHT indicators. AUTO indicator, showing auto cooking in progress. (see page 18). % percentage microwave power level indicator (See page 7).

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    , switch off the oven immediately, unplug it and call a therefore care has to be taken when Service Technician appointed by SHARP. handling the container; stir liquid prior • Never attempt to move the oven while it is operating.

  • Page 7: Before Operation

    When replacing the plug please ensure that you use a BSI or ASTA approved plug to BS1363, this should be SHARP recommend the use of the build in kit, fitted with a brown coloured 13 amp fuse approved EBR-47ST, available from your SHARP dealer. Only by BSI or ASTA to BS1362.

  • Page 8: Setting The Clock

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 6 SETTING THE CLOCK Your oven is fitted with a 12 hour clock. To set the time of day, follow the guidelines given in the example below: EXAMPLE: To set the time of day, 12:35. 1.

  • Page 9: Microwave Power Levels

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 7 MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS Your oven has 5 power levels. To choose the power To change the power level for cooking, enter the level for cooking, follow the advice given in the required time and then press the MICROWAVE recipe section.

  • Page 10: Microwaving - Introduction

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 8 MICROWAVING - INTRODUCTION Water, sugar and fat in food absorb microwaves and NOTES: causes their molecules to vibrate. This creates heat by • Microwaves pass through non-metallic dishes and friction, in the same way your hands get warm when utensils and heat the food inside the dishes.

  • Page 11: Microwave Defrosting

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 9 MICROWAVE DEFROSTING To defrost foods not included in the Auto Defrost menu, use microwave power levels MEDIUM LOW (30%) or LOW (10% ). Stir or turn food at least 2-3 times during defrosting.

  • Page 12: Preheating The Oven

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 10 PREHEATING THE OVEN Your oven can be preheated to a desired temperature prior to oven cooking. EXAMPLE: To preheat the oven to 130 ° C. 3. When the oven reaches 130 ° C, the ‘beep’ signal will 1.

  • Page 13: Grilling

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 11 GRILLING (Continued) EXAMPLE: To grill for 8 minutes. Using the TOP GRILL. 1. Enter the grilling time by 3. Press the START/ 2. Press the GRILL pressing the 1MIN key 8 key to select the AUTO MINUTE key times.
  • Page 14 R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 12 DUAL COOKING (Continued) EXAMPLE: For DUAL GRILL. To cook using DUAL GRILL, combining MEDIUM HIGH (70%) microwave power with the top grill for 11 minutes. 1. Enter the cookimg time by 2.

  • Page 15: Dual Cooking

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 13 DUAL COOKING (Continued) 4. Press the MICROWAVE 5. Press the START/AUTO POWER LEVEL key once to MINUTE key. change the power to 10%. The oven will count down through the cooking time. COOKING HINT: For DUAL CONVECTION.

  • Page 16: Pizza/Pizza Chart

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 14 PIZZA The PIZZA key enables you to cook chilled and frozen pizzas. The function automatically calculates the correct cooking time and mode for the pizza. (microwave power combined with the top and bottom grills). WEIGHT RANGE: Food weight should be rounded up to the nearest 0.1 kg or 1 oz.

  • Page 17: Breakfast/Breakfast Chart

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 15 BREAKFAST The BREAKFAST key enables you to cook several breakfast menus. The function automatically calculates the correct cooking time and mode for the breakfast. (microwave power combined with the top and bottom grills). EXAMPLE: Use the BREAKFAST key to cook 2 servings of Breakfast (thin sausage &...

  • Page 18: Instant Cook

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 16 INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK can be used for cooking the foods shown opposite. Always refer to the Instant Cook Chart before operating this function. Press the selected key, re-press to select the correct weight and the programme will automatically start to cook after 2-3 seconds.

  • Page 19: Instant Cook Chart

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 17 INSTANT COOK CHART MENU WEIGHT COOKING PROCEDURE RANGE MIXED GRILL 1-2 servings • Grease the turntable with 5-10ml of oil. • Place chops and pierced sausages, gammon steak on the turntable and cook.

  • Page 20: Auto Cook / Auto Defrost

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 18 AUTO COOK / AUTO DEFROST AUTO COOK / AUTO DEFROST enables you to cook or defrost foods listed on the menu label attached to the microwave oven and the chart on the following page. Follow the example below for details on how to operate this function.

  • Page 21: Auto Cook Chart

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 19 AUTO COOK CHART he following table shows the variety of savoury convenience foods which can be used in this microwave oven: Stirrable: Chilled or frozen ready meals which can be stirred without spoiling their appearance. For example: Chicken tikka, Tagliatelle and Macaroni cheese.

  • Page 22: Auto Defrost Chart

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 20 AUTO COOK / AUTO DEFROST CHART AUTO COOK CHART MENU NUMBER WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE AC - 3 0.6 - 1.8 kg • Place the splash guard into the turntable. Roast Beef / Lamb •...

  • Page 23: Other Convenient Functions

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 21 OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING: A sequence of 4 stages (maximum) can be programmed using combinations of MICROWAVE, CONVECTION, GRILL or DUAL COOKING. • To programme a series of sequences: Input the cooking time followed by the desired cooking mode. •...
  • Page 24 R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:27 Page 22 OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS AUTO START AUTO START enables you to programme the oven manually to come on during the next 12 hours. IMPORTANT: It is recommended that the oven is always attended when in use. Check to ensure you have programmed the oven correctly.
  • Page 25 R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:28 Page 23 OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS LESS AND MORE The LESS ( ) and MORE ( ) keys allow you to cook food more or less time than the pre-set programmes. For example, if you prefer vegetables which are cooked but still crisp, or beef which is rare, use the LESS key.
  • Page 26 R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:28 Page 24 OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS INTERACTIVE DISPLAY The INFO key provides a step-by-step interactive guide which illuminates the display. When you plug the oven in, the auto setting for the interactive display is on. As you become familiar with the oven, the interactive guide can be turned OFF.
  • Page 27 R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:28 Page 25 OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS EXAMPLE 2: You can obtain guidance for each key by using the INFO key. To obtain the guidance for using the WEIGHT CONVERSION key. 1. Press the INFO key once to make sure the interactive display appears in the display.

  • Page 28: Suitable Cookware

    SUITABLE COOKWARE 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 29: Food Handling & Preparation

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:28 Page 27 SUITABLE COOKWARE (Continued) SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING CONVEC- DUAL COOKWARE GRILL TION COOKING Browning dishes & self-heating Always place on an up-turned plate on the packages. turntable to prevent heat stress. Follow manufacturer's instructions.
  • Page 30 R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:29 Page 28 FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION (Continued) 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. Use good quality ingredients for microwaving.

  • Page 31: Advice For Defrosting

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:29 Page 29 ADVICE FOR DEFROSTING Meat joints Place in a flan dish, turn over at least 4-5 times 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 32: Advice For Reheating

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:29 Page 30 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 33: Cookery Book

    G Method: Where shielding is necessary use small pieces of foil. I Poultry Chart: Chicken, turkey and duck must be defrosted without giblets. LStanding Time: During recommended standing time, wrap or cover food in foil. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 1 12/1/2000, 12:10...
  • Page 34 • Remove from foil container. 15-20 MEDIUM (cooked) large pie • Place in a shallow flan dish. Minutes Note: Ensure you read all cookery notes on page 31, for advice and explanations of symbols before proceeding. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 1 20/1/2000, 7:32...
  • Page 35 Place in a single layer in a flan dish. 450g (1lb) Cover and cook. Minutes Note: Ensure you read all cookery notes on page 31, for advice and explanations of symbols before proceeding. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 1 12/1/2000, 12:10...
  • Page 36 • Place in a dish and cover. Raspberries 450g (1lb) Stir during cooking. Minutes Blackcurrants Redcurrants Gooseberries Note: Ensure you read all cookery notes on page 31, for advice and explaination of symbols before proceeding. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 1 12/1/2000, 12:10...
  • Page 37 No standing time is required. Tea cakes & • Slice in half. Place on the high rack. Turn over 5 Minutes GRILL Muffins halfway through cooking. No standing time is for 1-4 halves & crumpets required. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 1 12/1/2000, 12:10...
  • Page 38 Beefburgers • As above 9-10 Minutes DUAL GRILL, MEDIUM (frozen) per 450g (1lb) LOW. beefburgers Note: Ensure you read all cookery notes on page 31, for advice and explanation of symbols before proceeding. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 1 12/1/2000, 12:10...
  • Page 39 Place sandwich in a flan dish on the high rack. Turn over after 3 minutes of the cooking time. No standing time is required. Note: Ensure you read all cookery notes on page 31, for advice and explanations of symbols before proceeding. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 1 12/1/2000, 12:10...
  • Page 40 1 sandwich GRILLS butter. Place directly onto the turntable. Turn over after four minutes. • As above, double the ingredients. Turn over 7 minutes for TOP & BOTTOM after five minutes. 2 sandwiches GRILLS R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 1 12/1/2000, 12:10...
  • Page 41 Place in a flan dish on the low rack. No 675g (1 DUAL CONVECTION standing time is required. potatoes 220°C MEDIUM LOW * For poultry weighing 2.4kg or more, place in a flan dish on the turntable. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 1 12/1/2000, 12:10...

  • Page 42: Conversion Charts

    VOLUME MEASURES SPOON MEASURES 1/2oz 30ml 1floz 125ml teaspoon 100ml 3floz 2.5ml teaspoon 150ml 5lfoz ( pint) 1 teaspoon 100g 300ml 10floz ( pint) 15ml 1 tablespoon 175g 600ml 20floz (1 pint) 225g 450g R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 1 12/1/2000, 12:10...
  • Page 43 3 Place directly on the turntable, cook on GRILL-3 Variation: (top and bottom grill) (see page 10), for 10 minutes. Stilton Stuffed Mushrooms: Omit garlic and grated cheese. Add 100g (4oz) Stilton, crumbled at Stage 2. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:15...
  • Page 44 Sprinkle with 15ml (1tbsp) fresh parsley, chopped parsley to serve. Serve in ramekin dishes with Variation: French bread. Garlic Mushrooms: Substitute prawns with 175g (6oz) mushrooms cut into quarters. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:15...
  • Page 45 3 Cook on DUAL GRILL-1 (see page 11), MEDIUM 2 firm medium tomatoes, halved for 12 minutes. Turn over and rearrange the 5ml (1tsp) fresh dill, chopped kebabs every 3-4 minutes. 50g (2oz) butter R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:15...
  • Page 46 Place on turntable, cook on 175g (6oz) Cheddar cheese, grated DUAL GRILL-1 (see page 11), MEDIUM LOW Mexican dish of spicy filled corn tortillas. Serve with for 7-8 minutes. Guacamole, soured cream and crisp salad. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:15...
  • Page 47 150ml ( pint) red wine 4 Stir in the cream before serving. 100g (4oz) mushrooms, thinly sliced Serve on a bed of tagliatelle or rice. 150ml ( pint) soured cream R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:15...
  • Page 48 5 Combine the cornflour with the cream and stir 10ml (2tsp) cornflour into the chicken. Cook on HIGH for 6 minutes, stir 100g (4oz) single cream after 3 minutes. Sprinkle with cashew nuts. 25g (1oz) roasted cashew nuts R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:15...
  • Page 49 5 Place on the low rack and bake on DUAL CON- 1-2 tsp wholegrain mustard VECTION for 15 minutes at 200°C MEDIUM. Stir halfway through the cooking time. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:15...
  • Page 50 Pour in sauce. 75g (3oz) Danish Blue, thinly sliced 3 Place on turntable, cook on MEDIUM for 12-14 1 quantity Spicy Tomato Sauce (see page 58) minutes. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:15...
  • Page 51 Stilton & mushrooms: Replace bacon with 125g (5oz) sliced mushrooms and Cheddar with Stilton. Microwave Tip: Softening cream cheese Place 225g (8oz) cream cheese on a plate. Heat on MEDIUM LOW for 1 minute until soft. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:15...
  • Page 52 4 Pour over the cooked Fettuccine, toss gently, and 15ml (1tbsp) fresh oregano, chopped heat on MEDIUM HIGH for 5 minutes, stir after 3 100g (4oz) peas minutes. salt and pepper to taste R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:15...
  • Page 53 50g (2oz) beansprouts halfway through cooking. 100g (4oz) mange-tout 1 red pepper, seeded and thinly sliced 4 spring onions, chopped 100g (4oz) canned water chestnuts, sliced half a head of chinese leaves, thinly sliced R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:15...
  • Page 54 1 egg (size 3) mixed with a little milk to glaze 4 Pinch pastry edges to seal and make a slit in the centre with a sharp knife. Brush with egg mixture demerara sugar to glaze and sprinkle generously with sugar.
  • Page 55 30ml (2tbsp) malt vinegar dish. Chill to set before breaking. *Hard crack: To determine drop a teaspoon of mixture into a glass of cold water and the toffee should be hard to the touch. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:16...
  • Page 56 Cut each the touch. Allow to cool before turning out. teaspoonful of sponge in half and position the “wings” 5 Sandwich with jam and dredge with icing sugar. in the buttercream. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:16...
  • Page 57 75g (3oz) ground almonds 4 Place on the low rack, bake on DUAL CONVEC- 5ml (1tsp) almond essence TION, 200°C, MEDIUM LOW for 17 minutes until 15ml (1tbsp) milk golden and a skewer comes out cleanly. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:16...
  • Page 58 5 Place on low rack, bake in a preheated oven on DUAL CONVECTION, 200°C, LOW for 17-18 minutes until golden. Serve with cheese and a salad. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:16...
  • Page 59 Stage 2. every minute until crispy. Fresh herb scones: Omit sugar and sultanas. Add 5ml (1tsp) fresh parsley, 5ml (1tsp) fresh sage and 5ml (1tsp) fresh thyme at Stage 2. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:16...
  • Page 60 200ml (7floz) soured cream 2 Cook on HIGH for 4 minutes, stir every minute, salt and pepper to taste until smooth and thick. 15ml (1tbsp) fresh parsley, chopped Serve with meat or fish. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:16...
  • Page 61 3 Beat in the egg yolks, cook on MEDIUM for 10-12 4 egg yolks (size 3), beaten minutes, stir every 2 minutes until thickened. 4 Pour into hot, clean jars. Cover, seal and label. R-83STM Ck Bk Pt 2 12/1/2000, 12:16...

  • Page 62: Cleaning & Maintenance

    R- 83STM Op Man/Ck Bk 12/1/2000 11:29 Page 60 CLEANING & MAINTENANCE OVEN INTERIOR WARNINGS- Clean the microwave oven cavity, after each use with a mild detergent solution on a soft • Do not allow grease or dirt to build up cloth, pay special attention to the on the door seals and adjacent parts waveguide cover.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    (Programme the oven on convection 180°C for 3 do not attempt to replace the lamp yourself, call a minutes.) Service Technician appointed by SHARP. 8. Does the oven lamp come on? YES/NO 9. Does the turntable rotate? YES/NO 10.

  • Page 64: To Replace The Mains Plug

    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 65: Calling For Service

    Company”), guarantee to provide for the repair of, of the product or prejudice your guarantee. or, at its option replace this SHARP equipment, or any component thereof, (other than Glass Turntables), 4 In the unlikely event of your equipment requiring...

  • Page 66: Specifications

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