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SHARP MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION MANUAL ( _ Ot'ousel _ F1 , B . 3 B - 304 followed by letter indicating color S : stainless stee [ , K : black , W : white . . . . . . . . . . . READALL iNSTRUCTiONS CAREFULLYBEFOREUSING THE OVEN ,
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To aid in reporting this microwave oven in case of loss or theft , piease record below the model number and serial number located on the unit . We also suggest you record all the information listed and retain for future reference . Please provide the foffowing information when you write or calh modet number , serial number , date of purchase , your complete mailing address ( incmuding zip code ) , your daytime temephone number ( including area code ) and description of the probmem . MODELNUMBER SBIALNUMBER _ ATEOFPURGHASE _ BLB TELEPHONE SERVBER TELEPHONE TO PHONE : DiAL 1o800 - BE - SHARP ( 237 - 4277 ) for : SERVICE ( for your nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer ) PARTS ( for your authorized parts distributor ) ADDITIONAL CUSTOMER INFORMATION DiAL 1o800 - 642 - 2122 for : ACCESSORIES and SHARP CAROUSEL COOKBOOK TO _ R | TE : Sharp Electronics Corporationr Customer Assistance Cente 1300 Naperville Drive Romeoville , IL 60446 - 1091 TO ACC _ ' SS | NTERNET = www . sharp - usa . com ( a ) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open - door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy . It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks . ( b ) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces . ( c ) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged . It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the : ( 1 ) door ( bent ) , ( 2 ) hinges and latches ( broken or loosened ) , ( 3 ) door seals and seating surfaces . ( d ) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service
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CSNSU ER LJ JTE # WARRANTY SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product ( the " Product " ) , when shipped in its original container , will be free from defective workmanship and materials , and agrees that it wiII , at its option , either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period ( s ) set forth below . This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the Product nor to the additional excluded item ( s ) set forth below nor to any Product the exterior of which has been damaged or defaced , which has been subjected to improper vottage or other misuse , abnormal service or handling , or which has been altered or modified in design or construction . in order to enforce the rights under this Iimited warranty , the purchaser should foflow the steps set forth below and provide proof of purchase to the servicer . The Iimited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to purchasers by Iaw . ALL iMPLiED WARRANTIES iNCLUDiNG THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABiLiTY AND FITNESS FOR USE ARE LiMiTED TO THE PERIOD ( S ) FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET FORTH BELOW . Some states do not allow Iimitations on how long an implied warranty lasts , so the above limitation may not apply to you . Neither the sales personnel of the selIer nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties other than those described herein , or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time period described herein on behalf of Sharp . The warranties described herein shaII be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the soIe and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser . Correction of defects , in the manner and for the period of time described herein , shall constitute compIete fulfillment of alI liabiIities and responsibiIities of Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the Product , and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims , whether based on contract , negligence , strict liability or otherwise , in no event shaII Sharp be Iiable , or in any way responsible , for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer . Nor shalI Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidentaI or consequentiaI economic or property damage . Some states do not atiow the exclusion of incidentaI or consequential damages , so the above exclusion may not apply to you . THiS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECiFiC LEGAL RIGHTS . YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE . Your Product Modem Number R - 316F , R - 314F , R - 308F , R - 304F , R - 301F , Home Use Carousel Micro - & Description : wave Oven . ( Be sure to have this information available when you need service for your ProducL ) Warrantv Period for this Product : One ( 1 ) year parts and Iabor _ The warranty period continues for an additional four ( 4 ) years , for a totaI of five ( 5 ) years , with respect to the magnetron tube in the Product for parts onIy ; labor and service are not provided free of charge for this additional period . Additional _ tem ( £ } E × cluded from Warranty Covera _ Non - functionaI accessories , turntable and fight bulb . Where to Obtain Service : From a Sharp Authorized Servicer Iocated in the United States . To find the ! ocation of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer , call Sharp toll free at 1 - 800 - BE - SHARP ( 1 - 800 - 237 - 4277 ) . What to do to Obtain Service : Ship prepaid or carry in your Product to a Sharp Authorized Servicer . Be sure to have Proof of Purchase avaiIable , if you ship the Product , be sure it is insured and packaged securely . TO OBTAIN SUPPLY , ACCESSORY OR PRODUCT iNFORMATiON , CALL 1 - 800 - BE = SHARP OR VISBTwww . Sharpuusa . com . Save the proof of purchase as it is needed should your oven ever require warranty service . The product information card which is on the inside of the microwave oven carton should be completed within ten days of purchase and returned . We wilI keep it on file and help you access the information in case of loss , damage or theft . This wiII also enable us to contact you in the unlikely event that any adjustments or modifications are ever required for your oven . 1
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When using eUectricaUappfiances basic safety precautions shouUdbe foflowed , including the foflowing : WARN | N @ o To reduce the risk of burns , eUectric shock , fire , injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy : 1 . Read all instructions before using the 15 . See door surface cleaning instructions on appliance . page 17 . 2 . Read and foflow the specific " PRECAU - 16 . To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity : TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPO - a . Do not overcook food . Carefully attend SURE TO EXCESSIVE MmOROWAVE appliance when paper , plastic or other ENERGY " on inside front cover . combustible materials are placed inside 3 . This appliance must be grounded . Connect the oven to facilitate cooking . onUy to properly grounded oudet . Seeon b . Remove wire twist - ties from paper or " GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS " plastic bags before placing bag in oven . page 3 . c . mfmaterials inside the oven ignite , 4 . UnstaHor bcate this appliance onUy in ac - keep oven door c ! osed , turn oven off cordance with the provided installation and disconnect the power cord or instructions . shut off power at the fuse or circuit 5 . Some products such as whob eggs and breaker panet . seaUed containers - - for exampb , cbsed d . Do not use the cavity for storage pur - glass jars - - are able to explode and should poses . Do not leave paper products , not be heated in this oven . cooking utensils or food in the cavity 6 . Use this appliance only for its intended use when not in use . as described in this manual . Do not use 17 . Liquids , such as water , coffee or tea are able corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appli - to be overheated beyond the boiling point ance . This type of oven is specifically without appearing to be boiling . Visible bub - designed to heat , cook or dry food . It is not bling or boiling when the container is removed designed for industrial or laboratory use . from the microwave oven is not always 7 . As with any appliance , close supervision is present . THIS GOULD RESULT IN VERY necessary when used by children . HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS 8 . Do not operate this appliance if it has a INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID . To reduce the damaged cord or plug , if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped . risk of injury to persons : 9 . This appliance should be serviced only by a . Do not overheat the liquid . qualified service personnel . Contact nearest b . Stir the liquid both before and halfway Sharp Authorized Servicer for examination , through heating it . c . Do not use straight - sided containersed 10 . Do not cover or block any openings on the with narrow necks . Use a wide - mouth appliance . container . 11 . Do not store or use this appliance outdoors . d . After heating , allow the container to Do not use this product near water - - for stand in the microwave oven at bast example , near a kitchen sink , in a wet base - for 20 seconds before removing the ment , near a swimming pool or similar loca - container . tions . e . Use extreme care when inserting a 12 . Do not immerse cord or plug in water . spoon or other utensil into the container . 13 . Keep cord away from heated surfaces . 18 . If the oven light fails , consult a SHARP 14 . Do not let cord hang over edge of table or AUTHORIZED SERVICER . counter .
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Unpacking and Examining YourOven door . ff there is any damage , do not operate the Remove : oven and contact your dealer or SHARP AUTHORIZED SERVICER . 1 = aHpacking materiaB from inside the oven cav - ity ; however , DO NOT REMOVE THE Cheesing a Location for Your Oven WAVEGURDE COVER , which is bcated on the You wHUuse the oven frequently so pUanits loca - right cavity wall = Read tion for ease of use . It's wise , if possible , to have _ ty door latches encbsures and SAVE / counter space on at least one side of the oven . the Operation Manual Allow at least 2 inches on the sides , top and at 2 . the feature sticker , if the rear of the oven for air circulation . Do not place there is one , from the or install the oven in any area where heat and outside of the door . steam are generated ; for example , next to or D _ . . . . . . Check the oven for any above a conventional gas or electric range mor above a conventional wall oven . Heat and stea damage , such as mis - Hinges sealing surfaces cov _ eg aligned or bent door , may damage the electronics or the mechanical parts of the oven . damaged door seaUs and sealing surfaces , broken or bose door hinges and Uatchesand dents inside the cavity or on the This appliance must be grounded . This oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug . It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded rini - accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances . In the event of an elect cal short circuit , grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current . WARNING - improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock . Electrical Requirements The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60 Hz , AC only , 15 amp . or more Permanent and Correct ! nsta ! ! ation protected electrical supply . It is recommended that a separate circuit serv - ing only this appliance be provided , s - _ oo _ g = ug . . . . . . into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded . Should you only have a 2 - prong outlet , have a qualified electrician install a correct wall I f _ . _ receptacle , arounding Pin A 3 - prong adapter may be purchased and used temporarily if local codes 3 - ProRngeceptac ; e / around allow . Follow package directions . Receptac ' , e Box A short power - supply cord is provided to reduce risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord . Temporary Use around Extension C0rd Grounding Receptac ' , e Box If it is necessary to use an extension cord , use only a 3 - wire extension cord Adap , er that has a 3 - blade grounding plug and a 3 - slot receptacle that wiil accept \ _ - , H , _ r - - - - - - _ the phJg on the microwave oven , The marked rating of the extension cord Be careful not to drape the cord over the countertop or table where it can be should beAC 115 - 120 volt , 15 amp . or more . _ ri _ ] ! pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally . _ ob Notes : 1 . If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical in - structions , consult a qualified electrician or service person . 2 . Neither Sharp nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the correct electrical connection procedures . Radio 0r TV interference Should there be any interference caused by the microwave oven to your radio or TV , check that the microwave oven is on a different electrical circuit , relocate the radio or TV as far away from the oven as feasible or check position and signal of receiving antenna . 3
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ABOUT YOUR OVEN may hear the magnetron cycling on and off . it is normal This Operation Manual is valuable : read it carefully and for the exterior of the oven to be warm to the touch always save it for reference . when cooking or reheating . A good microwave cookbook is a valuabIe asset . Check it for microwave cooking principles , techniques , Condensation is a normaI part of microwave cooking . hints and recipes . See pages 18 and 19 for ordering Room humidity and the moisture in food wiil influence the amount of moisture that condenses in the oven . the Ultimate Accessory , the SHARP CAROUSEL Mi - CROWAVE COOKBOOK . GeneraUy , covered foods wiII not cause as much con - densation as uncovered ones . Vents on the oven back NEVER use the oven without the turntable and support must not be biocked . nor turn the turntable over so that a large dish could be The oven is for food preparation only . It should not be placed in the oven . The turntable will turn both clock - used to dry clothes or newspapers . wise and counterclockwise . " Your oven is rated 1100 watts ( R - 308F ) or 1000 watts ALWAYS have food in the oven when it is on to absorb ( R - 316F , R - 314F , R - 304F , R - 301F ) by using the IEC the microwave energy . Test Procedure . In using recipes or package directions , check food a minute or two before the minimum time When using the oven at power levels below 100 % , you and add time accordingly . ABOUT FOOD Eggs , sausages , • Puncture egg yolks before cooking ° Cook eggs in sheiJs , nuts . seeds to prevem ' expJosion - . o Reheat whole eggs , fruits & - Pierce skins of po [ a [ oes , apples . . Dr . , i nuts or seeds in sheJls . vegetabJes squash , hot dogs and sausages so that steam escapes , Popcorn . Use specialty bagged popcorn tor the . Pop popcorn in regular brown bags microwave oven . orglass bowls . Listen while popping corn for the o Exceed maximum time on popcorn popping to sJow to 1 or 2 seconds o _ package , use special POPCORN pad . Baby food - Transfer baby food to small dish and o Heat baby food in onglnal jars . heat carefully , stirring often . Check o Heat disposable bottles , iemperature before serving . o Heat bottles with nipples on , o Puz nipples on bottles after heating and shake thoroughly , " Wrist " test before feeding . Generam Cut baked goods with fiJiing after - Hea _ or cook in closed glass jars or heating to reJease steam ana avoid air tight containers . burns . o Can in the microwave as harmfu o Stir liquids briskly before heating and bacteria may not be destroyed . alJow to stand al least for 20 seconds o Deep fat fry . after heating before stirring or dnnK _ o Dry wood , gourds , herbs or wel papers . ing to avoid eruption . o Use deep bowl when cooking liquids or cereals . [ o prevent boilovers ,
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| iNFORMATiON YOU N [ [ D TO KNOW ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS It is not necessary to buy all new cookware . Many The femmewincegverings are ideal : pieces already in your kitchen can be used success - * Paper towels are good for covering foods for re - fuIIy in your new microwave oven . Make sure the uten - heating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon . sil does not touch the interior waIIs during cooking . * Wax paper can be used for cooking and Usethese utensils for safe micrewave ceeking reheating . and reheating : * Plastic wrap that is specialIy marked for micro - * glass ceramic ( Pyroceram _ ) , such as wave use can be used for cooking and reheat - Com [ ngware " L ing . DO NOT allow plastic wrap to touch food . Vent so steam can escape . * heat - resistant glass ( Pyrex ® ) * Lids that are microwave - safe are a good choice * microwave - safe plastics because heat is kept near the food to hasten * paper plates cooking . * microwave - safe pottery , stoneware and * Oven cooking bags are good for large meats or porcelain foods that need tenderizing . DO NOT use metai * browning dish ( Do not exceed recommended twist ties . Remember to slit bag so steam can preheating time . Follow manufacturer's escape . directions . ) Hewto use aluminum feimin your microwave These items can he used fer shert time reheat = even : ingef feeds that have little fat er sugar in them : , Small flat pieces of aluminum foil pIaced o wood , straw , wicker smoothiy on the food can be used to shield areas that are either defrosting or cooking too DO NOT USE quickly . - metaJ pans and bakeware , FoiI should not come closer than one inch to any surface of the oven . o dishes with metallic trim Shouid you have questions about utensils or coverings , o non - heat - resistant glass check a good microwave cookbook or follow recipe o non - microwaveosafe plastics i marganne tubs _ suggestions . o recycled paper products AOOESSORJES There are many microwave accesso - - brown paper bags ries available for purchase . Evaluate carefully before o food storage bags you purchase so that they meet your needs . A micro - o metal twistoties wave - safe thermometer will assist you in determining correct doneness and assure you that foods have Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for been cooked to safe temperatures . Sharp is not microwaving , place the empty dish in the oven and responsibie for any damage to the oven when acces - microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds . A dish which sories are used . becomes very hot should not be used . Children should be taught all safety precautions : use Children below the age of 7 should use the microwave oven with a supervising person very near to them . pothoiders , remove coverings carefully , pay special Between the ages of 7 and 12 , the supervising person attention to packages that crisp food because they should be in the same room . may be extra hot . Don't assume that because a child has mastered one The child must be able to reach the oven comfortably ; if not , he / she should stand on a sturdy stool . cooking skill he / she can cook everything . Children need to learn that the microwave oven is not At no time should anyone be allowed to lean or swing on the oven door . a toy . See page 16 for Child Lock feature .
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| iNFORMATiON YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING , , Arrange food carefully . Place thickest areas towards Rearrange foods such as meatballs halfway outside of dish . through cooking both from top to bottom and from the center of the dish to the outside . , , Watch cooking time . Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed . Food Add standing time . Remove food from oven and severely overcooked can smoke or ignite . stir , if possible . Cover for standing time which allows the food to finish cooking without overcooking . * Cover foods while cooking . Check recipe or cook - book for suggestions : paper towels , wax paper , Check for doneness . Look for signs indicating that microwave pIastic wrap or a lid . Covers prevent cooking temperatures have been reached . spattering and help foods to cook evenly . Donenese eigns incmude : , _ Shield with small fiat pieces of aluminum foil any - Food steams throughout , not iust at edge , thin areas of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking - Center bottom of dish is very hot to the touch . before dense , thick areas are cooked thoroughly . - Poultry thigh ] oints move easily . , , Stir foods from outside to center of dish once or twice during cooking , if possible . - Meat and poultry show no pinkness . , , Turn foods over once during microwaving to - Fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork . speed cooking of such foods as chicken and ham - burgers . Large items like roasts must be turned over at least once . ABOUT SAFETY ' , Check foods to see that they are cooked to the * ALWAYS use potholders to prevent burns when United States Department of Agriculture's handling utensils that are in contact with hot food . recommended temperatures . Enough heat from the food can transfer through utensils to cause skin burns . * Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from the face and hands . Slowly lift the farthest edge of 160 ° F . , . for fresh pork , ground meat , a dish's covering and carefully open popcorn and boneless white poultry , fish , oven cooking bags away from the face . seafood , egg dishes and frozen Stay near the oven while it's in use and check _ repareo food , cooking progress frequently so that there is no 165 ° F Ior leftover , ready - to - reheat chance of overcooking food . refrigerated , and deli and carry _ _ , NEVER use the cavity for storing cookbooks or out " fresh " food . other items . 170 ° F . . , white meat of pouJtry . ® Select , store and handle food carefully to preserve 180 ° F , . . dark meat of poultry . its high quality and minimize the spread of foodbome bacteria . To test for doneness , insert a meat thermometer in a * Keep waveguide cover clean . Food residue can thick or dense area away from fat or bone . NEVER cause arcing and / or fires . leave the thermometer in the food during cooking , * Use care when removing items from the oven so unless it is approved for microwave oven use . that the utensil , your clothes or accessories do not touch the safety door latches .
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MICROWAVE OVEN PARTS lO 13 12 1 3 2 113 8 Removabie turntable 1 Door opening button Push to open door . Place the turntable on the turntable 2 Oven door with see - through window support securely . The turntable will rotate clockwise or counterclockwise . 3 Safety door latches Only remove for cleaning . The oven wiII not operate unless the 9 Ventilation openings ( Rear ) door is securely closed . t0 Oven light 4 Door hinges It will light when oven is operating or 5 Door seaJs and sealing surfaces door is open . 6 Turntable motor shaft t I Waveguide cover : DO NOT REMOVE . 7 Removable turntable support t2 Auto - Touch control panel Carefully place the turntable support in t3 Time display : 99 minutes , 99 seconds the center of the oven floor . QTY LB IZ I I _ _ , ! _ • _ I _ ! CI = m 0Z Indicators I , ! . 1 _ ! I , ! : SIZE COOK DEK START CHECK CUPS Words in the lower portion of the display wilI light to indicate what function is in process .
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11 11 15 12 - 14 12 - 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . _ . J _ . . f . . . . / . 10 10 9,15,16 9 - - _ , POPCORN ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 12 - 14 _ , o _ _ ha _ . io _ - - 15 12 - 14 - - 2 , $ f _ l _ Chop _ 10 3 . lfotielella P _ yltry 4 . Bone4n poultr 10 3 , 1 3 4 5 6 4 5 6 7 8 g 9 16 _ owE _ n tj _ ER , 8 9 9 . . . . . . 9,1s , 16 - - 9 0 9,15,16 9 Number next to the control Panel fffustratfon ind cotes page on whfch there are a feature description and usage information . 8
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, , Before operating your new microwave oven make TIME COOKING sure you read and understand this operation Your oven can be programmed for 99 minutes 99 sec - manual completeIy . onds ( 99.99 ) . Always enter the seconds after the min - , , Before the oven can be used , follow tlqese utes , even if they are both zeros . procedures : , , Suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at 100 % . 1 . Plug in the oven . Close the door . The oven display wiil then begin flashing _ . 2 . Touch STOP / CLEAR pad . [ [ [ [ ] [ [ [ ] will appear . 3 . Touch TIMER / CLOCK pad to set clock . TO SET THE CLOCK • Suppose you want to enter the correct time of day 12 : 30 ( AM . or PM . ) . TO SET PO ER LEVEL There are eleven prese [ power evels . Using lower power evels ncreases the cooking timeilk which s recommended for foods such as cheese , m and long sJow cooking of mea _ s . Consult cookbook or recipes for specific recommendations . once 100 % High Nice 90 % 1 3 times 80 % IC ° _ - eU 4 times 70 % Medium High 5 times 60 % Touch CLOCK pad again . 6 times 50 % Medium 7 times 40 % This is a 12 hour clock . If you attempt to enter an incorrect clock time , _ wilI appear in the display . 8 times 30 % Med Low / Defrost Touch STOP / CLEAR pad and re - enter the time . 9 times 20 % , , If the electrical power supply to your microwave 10 times 10 % Low oven should be interrupted , the display will inter - 11 t _ mes 0 % mittently show _ after the power is reinstated . If this occurs during cooking , the program wilI be , _ Suppose you want to defrost for 5 minutes at 30 % . erased . The time of day wiII also be erased . Simply touch STOP / CLEAR pad and reset the clock for the correct time of day . 5 L7 Enter defrost time . START will flash . Touch STOP / CLEAR pad to : 1 . Erase if you make a mistake during programming . 2 . Cancel timer . owE ° P LEVEL _ l , * _ 8 - - Lt 3 . Stop the oven temporarily during cooking . Touch POWER LEVEL \ , I 4 . Return the time of day to the display . pad 8 times or hold down _ - _ - - - 5 . Cancel a program during cooking , touch twice . until the desired power level appears . 4 When the defrost time is Cornplete , a long tone 9 " will sound and _ will appear in the display .
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Defroasuttomaticdaellfyrogstrounmdeast , teakcsh , opfsis , handpoultry . oSuppoysoeuwanttodefroast2 . 0Ibsteak . 6 After the 2nd stage , open the doo r . Shield any warm portions , Close the do0r . . . Touch DEFROST pad . [ I Touch STAR T pad , oEFR After defrost Cycle ends , COver arid let Stand aS g indicated in Chart below . 2 SeleCt desired food by touching number pad , NOTE : ( Ex . Touch [ ] for Steaks ! chops , ) 1 _ Hfyou attempt to enter more or less than the allowed amount ( 0.5 - 3.0 Ibs ) , _ will appear in the dis - play . 2 . Defrost can be programmed with More or Less Time Adiustment . Touch POWER LEVEL once or twice before touching START . See page 16 . 3 . To defrost other foods or foods above or below the weights allowed on Defrost Chart below , use time The oven Will stop so that the food Can be Checked . and 30 % power . See Manual Defrost on page 11 . Touch START pad . DEFROST CHART 1 . Ground Meat 5 - 2.0 os Remove any thawed pieces after each stage , Let stand , covered . 5 to 10 m _ nutes . 2 . Steaks / Chops . 5 - 3,0 Jbs After each stage of defrost cycle , rearrange and if there are warm or thawed portions , shield with small flat pieces ol a _ uminum Ioi ! . Remove any meat or fish that is nearly defrosted . Let stand , covered . 10 to 20 minutes . . 5 - 2.0 ibs 3 . Boneless Poultry Use boneless breast of chicken or turkey . After each stage , ifthere are warm or thawed portions , rearrange or remove . Let stano . covered , for 10 to 20 minutes . , 5 - 3,0 Ibs 4 . Bone - in Poukr , , Arrange pieces with meatiesl portions toward outside of glass dish or microwave safe rack , After each stage , if there are warm or thawed portions , rearrange or remove . Let stand , covered , for 10 to 20 minutes , NOTE : Check foods when oven signals . After final stage , small sections may still be icy . Let stand to continue thawing . Do not defrost until all ice crystals are thawed . Shielding prevents cooking from occurring before the center of the food is defrosted . Use small smooth strips of aluminum foil to cover edges and thinner sections of the food . 10
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SP [ CiAL FEATURES MANUAL DEFROST If the food that you wish to defrost is not listed on the The popcorn setting automatically provides the correct cook - DEFROST CHART or ls above or below the limits in ing time for most brands of microwave popcorn . See the the " Amount " column on the DEFROST CHART , you chart below . need to defrost manually . _ , Suppose you want to pop a 3.5 oz bag of regular pop - You can defrost any frozen food , either raw or previ - corn . ously cooked , by using 30 % power level . See page 9 . Estimate defrosting time and press POWER LEVEL pad 8 times when you select the power level . For either raw or previously cooked frozen food the rule of thumb ls approximately 4 minutes per pound . For automatically , example , defrost 4 minutes for 2 - 3 cups of casserole or 1 pound of frozen spaghetti sauce . Popcorn can only be entered within 3 minutes after cook - Always stop the oven perlodicalIy to remove or sepa - lng , opening and closing the door or touching the STOP / rate the portions that are defrosted . If food ls not de - CLEAR pad . frosted at the end of the estimated defrosting time , pro - Popcorn can be programmed with More or Less Time gram the oven in 1 minute increments at 30 % until to - adiustmenL See page 16 . talIy defrosted . When using plastic containers from the freezer , defrost only ! ong enough to remove from the plastic in order to place in a microwave - safe dish . POPCORN CHART POPCORN 1 bag Try several brands to decide which is most acceptable for your [ as [ e . Unfold bag and p _ ace in oven according to directions . 3.5 oz bag Touch POPCORN pad once for regular . _ . ( Regular ) 2.85 - 3.5 oz bag Touch POPCORN pad twice within 2 seconds for regular light . ( Regular Ught 15 - 1,75 oz Touch POPCORN pad three times within 3 seconds for snack . Snack _ IC 1 11
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SP [ CiAL FEATURES REHEAT / COOK NOTE : Reheat and Cook automatically compute the correct warming or cooking time and microwave power level 1 . To reheat or cook other food or foods above or be - for foods shown in the chart below . low the quantity allowed on the Reheat Chart or Cook Chart , cook manually . • Suppose you want to reheat 2 cups of soup . 2 . Reheat and Cook can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment . Touch POWER LEVEL once or twice before touching START . See page 16 . COOK CHART 1 . Baked Potatoes - 4 reed . Pierce with fork [ n several places Place on paper towel on turntable After cooking , remove from oven and let stand wrappeo infoil for 5 to 10 minutes . For beans , carrots , corn and peas . add 1 tablespoon of wa _ er per 2 . Fresh Vegetables 1 _ 4 cuds cup . For broccoli . Brussel sprouts , cabbage and cauliflower , cook _ mmedia _ eLyafter washing w _ th no additional water . If yOUlike tender crisp vegetables , double measureo quantity per setting . For example , use 2 cups cauliflower and program for 1cup . After cooking , remove from oven . stir . cover and let stand 3 to 5 minutes before serwn 9 . 3 , Frozen Vegetables 1 - 4 cups Add no water . Cover with lid or plastic wrap , After cooking , stir and let s _ and , covered , for 3 minutes . 4 , Frozen Entrees 6 o 17 oz , Use for frozen , convenience foods . It will gwe satisfactory results for most brands , You may wish to try several and choose your favorite . Remove package from outerwrapplng and fol ! ow package directions for covering . After cooking , let stand covered 1or I to 3 minutes . 6 - 8 oz . Touch COOK pad and number pad 4 twice for packages weighing 6 _ 8 oz , I _ wi ! l appear in the display . 9 - 11 oz , Touch COOK pad and number pad 4 three times for packages weighing 9 - 11 oz . I _ wJ ! [ appear in the display . 12 - 14oz , Touch COOK pad and number pad 4 four times for pack , ages weighing 12 - 14 oz , I _ will appear [ n the display , 15 - 17oz . Touch COOK pao and number pao 4 five times for packages weighing 15 - 17 oz , _ will appear in the display , 12
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| SP [ CiAL FEATURES COOK CHART 5 = Ground Meal . 3 - 1.5 Ib Use this setting to cook ground beef or turkey as patties or in a casserole to be added to other ingredients . Place patties on a microwave - safe rack and cover with wax paper . Place ground meat in a casserole and cover with wax paper or plastic wrap . You can cook 0.3 lb . 0.5 lb . 0 7 lb . 1.0 lb . 1.3 Ib and 1.5 lb ground meat by touching number pad 5 . When oven stops , [ urn pat _ tes over or stir meat in casserole to break up large pieces . Re - cover and touch START pad . After cooking , let stand , covered for 2 to 3 minutes . 6 . Rice . 5 _ 2,0 cups Place rice into a deep casserole and add double quantity of wa [ er . Cover with lid or plasz _ cwrap . You can cook 0.5 cup , 1 cup , ! . 5 cups and 2 cups rice by touching number pad 6 . After cooking , stir . cover and let stand 3 to 5 minutes or until all liquid has been absorbed . Rice Water Size of casserole . 5 cup 1 cup 1.5 quaR 1 cup 2 cups 2 quart 1.5 cups 3 cups 2.5 or 3 quaR 2 cups 4 cups 3 quart or large _ 13
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| SP [ CiAL FEATURES REHEAT CHART 1 , Casserole 1 - 4 cues Use to reheat refrigera [ ed canned or homemade pasta with sauce or other cooked casserole , For room [ emperature pasIa or casserole . use Less option . For pasta without sauce double the quantity per setting . For example , measure 2 CUDSof cooked noodles and program for 1 cup . Cover with lid or plastic wrap . After cooking , stir and let stand , covered . 2 to 3 minutes . 2 . Soup 1 - 4 cues Place in bowl or casserole , Cover with lid or plastic wrap . At end . st _ r , re - cover and let stand 1 to 3 m _ nutes . 3 . Pizza ] - 4 shces Use to reheat refrigerated leftover pizza . 1 slice is approximately 1 / 8th of a 12 inch p _ zzaor I / 12th of a 16 inch pizza . Place on paper towel . This setting is good for restoring cooled beverage to a better 4 . Beverage , 5 - 2 cup drinking temperature . Stir after heating . You can reheat 0.5 cup , 1 cup , 1.5 cuds and 2 cups beverage by touching number pad 4 . 5 . Dinner Plate t plate Use to reheat precooked foods from the refrigerator . Place meaty portions and bulky vegetables to outside of plate . Cut large items like baked potatoes in smaller pieces . Flatten foods such as mashed potatoes and other dense foods . Cover with wax paper or plastic wrap . ONE PLATE ONLY . After cooking , check that food is very hot throughout and that the bottom center of the plate is very hot , If not continue i _ eatingusing time and power level . Allow Lostand , covered . 1 to 2 minutes . 1 Regular Touch REHEAT pad and number pad 5 twice for a regular amount of food : approx _ mateJy 4oz , sll : ed meat orpoultry , I / 2 cup potato or rice and 1 / 2 cup of vegetables or equivalent , _ will appear in the d _ spiay . 1 Large Touch REHEAT pad and number pad 5 three times for a larger amount of food on a dinner p _ ate , _ will appear in the display . 1 Small Touch REHEAT pad and number pad 5 four times for a smaller amountoffoodonadlnnerp _ ate . _ wil appear in the display . 6 , Fresh Rolls / Muffins 1 o6 pcs . Use to warm rolls , muffins , biscuits , bagels etc . Large item should be considered as 2 regular size . Cover each roll / muffin with paper towel . For refrigerated rolls or muffins , it may be necessary to double the entered amount to ensure the proper serwng temperature . For example , enter quantity of 2 for ! refrigerated muffin , 14
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MULTIPLE SEQUENCE , _ Suppose you want to time a 3 - minute long distance phone call . " Your oven can be programmed for up to 3 automatic cooking sequences , switching from one power level setting to another automatically . Sometimes cooking directions tell you to start on one power level and then change to a different power level . " Youroven can do this automatically . 2 Touoh iMERpa [ . cTL , oMcK O ] , , Suppose you want to cook roast beef for 5 minutes at 100 % and then continue to cook for 30 minutes at 50 % . MINU'rE PLUS Minute PIus aIIows you to cook for a minute at 100 % , a First enter cooking tirne _ [ _ [ _ Then touch POWER by simply touching MINUTE PLUS pad . You can also extend cooking time in multiples of 1 minute by repeat - LEVEL pad once for [ ! 0C > % power . [ _ _ edly touching MSNUTE PLUS pad during manual cook - ing . Suppose you want to heat a cup of soup for one minute at 100 % . I Touch M ! NUTE PLUS [ MINUTE J pws START NOTE : NOTE : 1 . To use Minute PIus , touch pad within 3 minutes after 1 . If POWER LEVEL pad is touched once , _ wilI cooking , closing the door , touching STOP / CLEAR be displayed . pad . 2 . If 100 % is selected as the final sequence , it is not 2 . Minute Plus cannot be used with SpeciaI Features . necessary to touch POWER LEVEL pad . 3 . If you wish to know power level , simply touch POWER LEVEL pad . As Iong as your finger is touching POWER LEVEL pad , the power level wilI be displayed . 15
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0THER CONVENIENT FEATURES MORE OR LEGG TIME AUDIBLE SIGNAL ADJUSTMENT Should you discover that you like any of the DEFROST , if you wish to have the oven operate with no audible POPCORN , REHEAT or COOK settings slightly more signals , touch TIMER / CLOCK , the number [ ] and done , touch POWER LEVEL pad once after touching then touch the START pad and hold for three seconds . your choice of pads or before touching START pad . To cancel , touch TI [ _ ER / OLOOK , the number [ _ and The display will show _ . STOP / CLEAR pads . Should you discover that you Iike any of the DEFROST , DEMONSTRATION MODE POPCORN , REHEAT or COOK settings slightly less done , touch POWER LEVEL pad twice after touching To demonstrate , touch TIMER / CLOCK , the number [ ] your choice of pads or before touching START pad . and then touch the START pad and hold for 3 seconds . wilI appear in the display . Cooking operations The display will show _ . and specific special features can now be demonstrated NOTE : For POPCORN , the POWER LEVEL pad with no power in the oven . For example , touch MINUTE must be touched within 1 second of touch - PLUS pad and the display will show _ and count ing your choice of pads . down quickly to FF _ d _ . To cancel , touch TIMER / CLOCK , the number [ ] and CHILD LOCK STOP / CLEAR pads . if easier , unplug the oven from The Child Lock prevents unwanted oven operation the electrical outlet and replug . such as by small children . The oven can be set so that the control panel is deactivated or locked . To set , touch TIMER / CLOCK , the number E ] and then touch the START pad and hold for three seconds . Should a pad be touched , _ will appear in the display . To cancel , touch T _ MER / OLOOK , the number [ ] and STOP / CLEAR pads . 16
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] Disconnect the power cord before cieaning or Heavethe door / open to inactivate the oven during cieaning . J Exterior The outside surface is painted . Ciean the outside with mild soap and water ; rinse and dry with a soft cioth . Do not use any type of househoid or abrasive cieaner . DooF Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cioth to remove any spHis or spatters . Metai parts wHi be easier to maintain if wiped Ex _ cerior frequentiy with a damp cioth . Avoid the use of spray and other harsh cieaners as they may stain , streak or duli the door sur - face . Touch Control Pan ÷ | Wipe the panei with a cioth dampened siightiy with water oniy . Dry with a soft cioth . Do not scrub or use any sort of chemicai cieaners . CHosedoor and touch STOP / CLEAR pad . | nterior 8 : : Cieaning is easy because iittie heat is generated to the interior surfaces ; therefore , there is no baking and setting of spilis or spattering . To dean the interior surfaces , wipe with a soft ciothN - and warm water . DO NOT USE ABRASIVE OR HARSH CLEA ERS OR SCOURING PADS . For heavier soii , use baking soda or a miid soap ; rinse thoroughiy with hot water . NEVER SPRAY OVEN CLEANERS DIRECTLY ONTO ANY PART OF THE interior OVEN . Waveguid ÷ Cover The waveguide cover is made from mica so requires speciai care . Keep the waveguide cover dean to assure good oven per - formance . Carefuliy wipe with a damp cioth any food spatters from the surface of the cover immediateiy after they occur . Buiit - up spiashes may overheat and cause smoke or possibiy catch fire . Do not remove the waveguide cover . Odor Re . ova | Occasionally , a cooking odor may remain in the oven . To re - move , combine 1 cup water , grated peel and juice of 1 lemon and several whole cloves in a 2 - cup glass measuring cup . Boil for several minutes using 100 % power . Mow to set in oven until TurntabHe cool . Wipe interior with a soft cloth . Turntable / Turntable Support The turntable and turntable support can be removed for easy cleaning . Wash them in mild , sudsy water ; for stubborn stains use a mild cleanser and a non - abrasive scouring sponge . They are also dishwasher - proof . Use upper rack of dishwasher . The TurntabHe Support turntable motor shaft is not sealed , so excess water or spills should be wiped up 17
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Please check the following before calling for service : Place one cup of water in a glass measuring cup in the oven and close the door securely . Operate the oven for one minute at HIGH 100 % . A Does the oven light come on ? YES NO B Does the cooling fan work ? YES NO ( Put your hand over the rear ventilating openings . ) C Does the turntable rotate ? YES NO ( It is normal for the turntable to turn in either direction . ) D Is the water in the oven warm ? YES NO tf " NO " is the answer to any of the above questions , pBease check electdca _ outlet , fuse and / or circuit breaker , if they are functioning properly , CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SHARP AUTHORIZED SERWCER . A microwave oven should never be serviced by a " do - it - yourself " repair person . NOTE - " 1 . If time appearing in the display is counting down very rapidly , check DEMONSTRATION MODE on page 16 and cancel . 2 . If the oven is set for more than 30 minutes at 80 , 90 or 100 percent power level , after the first 30 minutes the power level will automatically adjust itself to 70 percent power to avoid overcooking . Great recipes SHARP F { eiiable microwave CAROUSEL MICROWAVE : COOKBOOK reference guide Many color photos TO ORDER Simply call this toll - free number : 1o800o642o2122 . ~ Step - by - step Please have your credit card ready . instructions If you prefer to order by mail , complete and return the - Nutdtioflal order form on page 19 . Please include check or money order ( payable to Sharp Accessories & Supplies irfformatiofl for Center ) for $ 6.00 plus $ 4.25 shipping & handling and each recipe tax , if applicable , per book . - Durable wipe - clean SATISFACTIONGUABANTEED soft covet with 128 You must be completely satisfied with the Sharp Carousel Microwave Cookbook . If , within 14 days , you 81 / 2xll pages are dissatisfied for any reason , simply return the book Helpful tips and and we'll gladly refund your $ 6.00 plus tax . special techniques ( SOLA _ , _ ENTEESCRmTOENiNGLES ! ) 18
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R - 308F R - 304F , R - 30t F R - 316F , R - 314F AC Line Voltage : I Single phase 120V , 60Hz , AC AC Power Required : 1580W 13.5 amps . 1500W 13.0 amps . Frequency : 2450 MHz Outside Dimensions : ' 201 / 2 " ( Wx ) 11z / 8 " ( HX ) 16Y2 " ( D ) Cavity Dimens _ ons " t4 % " ( W ) x 8 % " ( H ) x t5 % " ( D ) Cooking Uniformity : m Turntable system , ! 2 3 / 4 " diameter Weight : Approx . 33 Ib _ k The Internationa ! Ebctrotechnical Commission's standardized method for measuring output wattage . This test method is wideiy recognized . _ k - k InternaI capacity is calculated by measuring maximum width , depth and height . Actual capacity for holding food is less . In compliance with standards set by : FCC - Federal Communications Commission Authorized . DHHS - Complies with Department of Health and Human Services ( DHHS ) rule , CFR , Title 21 , Chapter I , - This symbol on the nameplate means the product is listed by Underwriters Laboratories , Inc . Subchapter J , Cut along this line , Please send me cookbooks at $ 10,25 each $ Illinois sales tax , ( if applicable ) per book $ , 44 no , of books $ TOTAL ORDER AMOUNT $ [ ] I have enclosed a check made payable to Sharp Accessories & Supplies Center , [ ] Please bill my [ ] VISA [ ] MASTERCARD [ ] AMERICAN EXPRESS Acct , No , Expiration date / Signature All credit card orders must be signed . ) Name Address State C _ ty Zip Daytime Phone No . ( Mail to : SHARP Accessories & Supplies Center Price is subject to change without notice . 2130 Townline Road Peoria , Illinois 61615 - 1560 19
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Para mayor informacion y precaucionee de seguridad , consumte el Manuam de Operaciones . Si en la pantalla aparece ® toque primero I Toque el bot6n POPCORN una vez para palomitas de maiz regular , li 2 veces - tamano regular Iigero POPCORN SI TOToPq / CueLEeAlRb . otch CLOCK . CTLmOMCEKR ] 3 veces - tama _ o de snack 2 Ponga la hora correcta 2tocando : los nLimeros en orden . ( El : 1 30 ) [ _ [ _ [ _ [ _ 3 Toque nuevamente el bot6n TmMER ] Popcorn 3.5 onzas ( regular ) CLOCK . CLOCK ] ( PaIomitas de maiz ) 2.85 - 3.5 onzas ( regular ligero ) 1.5 - 1.75 onzas ( Iigero ) Coeinando con energia amta I Programe el tiempo para cocinars . I Toque el bot6n REHEAT o COOK . f tocando los botches de nOmero ( Ej : 1 min . 30 seg . ) START mJ ( Ej : Para recatentar la sopa , toque m REHEAT 2 Toque START . 2 Seleccione e ! nivel REHEAT o [ _ Ceeinande con energJavariaNe i POWER COOK deseado . ( Ej : Toque [ ] para recalentar sopa . ) I Despu _ s del paso 1 anterior , toque ii LEVEL el bot6n POWER LEVEL 6 veces , x 6 3 Toque et bot6n nOmero [ ] dos x 2 veces para 2 tazas . 2 ( TEojq : u5e0 % ST ) ART . m START 4 . Toque el bot6n START . m START 1 I Toque el botch DEFROST . DEFROST 1 . Casserole ( Caserola ) ! - 4 tazas 2 Seleccione el niveI DEFROST deseado . 2 . Soup ( Sopa ) ! _ 4 tazas ( Ej : Toque el bot6n nOmero [ ] para ZL _ J 3 . Pizza 1 _ 4 pedazas filetes ) . 4 . Beverage ( Bebida ) 0.5 _ 2 taza 3 Toque los botones nOmero [ ] y [ ] para 2.5 libras . ] 5 . Dinner Plate ! plato ; ( Plato principal ) regular , grande o pequerio 4 . Toque START . START J ( Pan fresco ) 0.5 a 2.0 libras 0.5 a 2.0 libras 1 . Baked Potatoes 4 . Bone - in Poultry ( Con hueso ayes ) 0.5 a 3.0 libras ( Papas al homo ) 1 - 4 medjano 2 . Fresh Vegetables ( Verduras frescas ) 1 - 4tazas Toque el bot6n MINUTE PLUS para 3 . Frozen Vegetables un minute a1100 % de energla , o para I MINUTE ( Verdura congelada ) 1 - 4 tazas ar _ adir un minuto cuando cocine en el I PLUS modo manual . ContinLie toc & ndolo para anadir m & s minutos . ( Plato fuerte congelado ) 6 - 17 onzas 5 . Ground Meat ( Came molida ) 0.3 a ! . 5 libras 6 . Rice ( Arroz ) 0.5 o 2 tazas 21
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For more complete information and eafet _ ' precautions , refer to your Operation Manual O If _ is in display , first touch STOP / CLEAR pad . t Touch POPCORN pad once for a regular size . I POPCORN I Touch CLOCK pad . CTLmOMCEKR Twice - regular size light 3 times - snack size 2 Enter correct time of the day by touching numbers in sequence = ( Ex . 12 : 30 ) KTmMER 3 Touch CLOCK pad again . CLOC Popcorn 3.5 oz . ( Regular ) 2.85 - 3.5 oz . ( Regular Light ) 1.5 - 1.75 oz . ( Snack ) High Power Cooking I Enter cooking time by touching number pads . ( Ex : 1 min = 30 sec = ) I Touch REHEAT or COOK pad . [ 2 Touch START pad . I START ( Ex : For reheating soup , touch l REHEAT Valfi0 ble POW _ I # C ° ° king I POWER 1 I After Step 1 above , touch POWER LEVEL " _ Select desired Reheat or Cook D LEVEL pad 6 times . ( Ex : 50 % ) x 6 setting • ( Ex : Touch [ ] to reheat soup . ) 2 Touch START pad = START 3 Touch number [ ] pad twice for 2 x 2 cups . i m 4 Touch START pad . START I Touch DEFROST pad = ] DEFROST J 2 Select desired Defrost setting = ( Ex : Touch [ ] for steak ) . [ _ 1 . Casserole 1 - 4 cups 3 Touch number pad Dand [ ] for 2.51bs . 2 . Soup l ; 4cups START 3 . Pizza 1 - 4 slices 4 Touch START pad . 4 . Beverage 15 z 2 cup 5 . Dinner Plate 1 plate ; reg . , Ig . or sm . 6 . Fresh Rolls / Muffins 1 - 6 pcs . 1 . Ground Meat . 5 to 2.0 lbs 2 . steakS / Chops . 5 to 3.0 Ibs 3 . Boneless Poultry . 5 to 2.0 lbs 1 . Baked Potatoes 1 - 4 med . 4 . Bone _ in Poultry : 5 to 3.0 bs 1 2 . Fresh Vegetables 1 - 4Cups • LJ L _ 3 . Frozen Vegetables 1 - 4 cups 4 . Frozen Entrees 6 _ 17 oz Touch MINUTE PLUS pad for one 5 . Ground Meat . 3 _ 1.5 Ib minute at 100 % power or to add a I MmNUTE minute during manual cooking = Con - I PLUS & Rice : 5 - 2 cups tinue to touch for additional minutes . Carousel _ is a registered trademark of Sharp Corporation SHARP SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION TINSEA998WRRZ - D31 Sharp Plaza , Nahwah , NJ 07430 - 2 ! 35 Printed in Thailand