® MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION MANUAL MODELS R-510D / R-410D Followed by letter indicating color K=black, W=white C O N T E N T S • For Customer Assistance ................. Inside Front Cover • Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy ....................................... Inside Front Cover • Consumer Limited Warranty............................ 1 • Product Information Card................................. 1 • Important Safety Instructions .......................... 2 • Unpacking and Installation Instructions......... 3 • Grounding Instructions .................................... 3 • Information You Need to Know........................ 4-6 • Part Names......................................................... 7 • Before Operating............................................... 8 • Manual Operation.............................................. 9 • Special Features................................................ 10-12 • Other Convenient Features.............................. 13-14 • Cleaning & Care................................................. 14 • Service Call Check............................................ 15 • THE ULTIMATE ACCESSORY.......................... 15 • Specifications.................................................... 16 • COOKBOOK ORDER FORM............................. 16 • Cooking Charts.................................................. 17-20 • Guia Auto-Touch ....................... Parte Interior de la Cuberta Trasera • Auto-Touch Guide.....................................Back Cover READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN. F O R C U S T O M E R A S S I S TA N C E To aid in reporting this microwave oven in case of loss or theft, please 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. MODEL NUMBER ________________________ SERIAL NUMBER______________ DATE OF PURCHASE ______________________ DEALER ____________________________ TELEPHONE ________________ SERVICER ___________________________ TELEPHONE ________________ TO PHONE: DIAL 1-800-BE-SHARP ( 237-4277 ) for : SERVICE (for your nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer) PARTS (for your authorized parts distributor) ADDITIONAL CUSTOMER INFORMATION DIAL 1-800-642-2122 for : ACCESSORIES and COOKBOOK DIAL (201)529-8703 for : COOKING ASSISTANCE TO WRITE: For cooking and operation questions: Susan Edwards/Test Kitchen Sharp Electronics Corporation Sharp Plaza, Box 650 Mahwah, NJ 07430-2135 For service problems, warranty information, missing items and other assistance: Sharp Electronics Corporation Customer Assistance Center 1300 Naperville Drive Romeoville, IL 60446-1091 Please provide the following information when you write or call: model number, serial number, date of purchase, your complete mailing address (including zip code), your daytime telephone number (including area code) and description of the problem. TO ACCESS INTERNET: www.sharp-usa.com PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (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 sealing surfaces. (d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. C O N S U M E R L I M I T E D W A R R A N T Y 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 will, 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 voltage 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 limited warranty, the purchaser should follow the steps set forth below and provide proof of purchase to the servicer. The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to purchasers by law. 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 limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Neither the sales personnel of the seller 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 shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser. Correction of defects, in the manner and for the period of time described herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities and responsibilities 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 shall Sharp be liable, 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 shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental 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 Model Number R-510D or R-410D Home Use Carousel Microwave Oven. (Be sure & Description: to have this information available when you need service for your Product.) Warranty Period for this Product: One (1) year parts and labor. The warranty period continues for an additional four (4) years, for a total of five (5) years, with respect to the magnetron tube in the Product for parts only; labor and service are not provided free of charge for this additional period. Additional Item(s) Excluded from Warranty Coverage (if any): Non-functional accessories, turntable and light bulb. Where to Obtain Service: From a Sharp Authorized Servicer located In the United States. To find the location 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 available. 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 VISIT www.sharp-usa.com. SAVE THE PROOF OF PURCHASE AS IT IS NEEDED SHOULD YOUR OVEN EVER REQUIRE WARRANTY SERVICE. P R O D U C T I N F O R M AT I O N C A R D 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 will keep it on file and help you access the information in case of loss, damage or theft. This will also enable us to contact you in the unlikely event that any adjustments or modifications are ever required for your oven. Save proof of purchase as it is needed should your oven ever require warranty service. 1 I M P O R TA N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE 12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water. USING THE APPLIANCE. 13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. 2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAU- 14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPO- counter. SURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE 15. See door surface cleaning instructions on ENERGY” on inside front cover. page 14. 3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect 16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: only to properly grounded outlet. See a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” on appliance if paper, plastic or other page 3. combustible materials are placed inside 4. Install or locate this appliance only in the oven to facilitate cooking. accordance with the provided installation b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or instructions. plastic bags before placing bag in oven. 5. Some products such as whole eggs and c. If materials inside the oven should sealed containers —for example, closed glass ignite, keep oven door closed, turn jars — may explode and should not be oven off and disconnect the power heated in this oven. cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. 6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use d. Do not use the cavity for storage corrosive chemicals or vapors in this purposes. Do not leave paper products, appliance. This type of oven is specifically cooking utensils or food in the cavity designed to heat, cook or dry food. It is not when not in use. designed for industrial or laboratory use. 17. If the oven is installed as a built-in, observe 7. As with any appliance, close supervision is the following instructions: necessary when used by children. a. Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance beneath this appliance. 8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working b. Do not mount unit over or near any properly or if it has been damaged or dropped. portion of a heating or cooking appliance. 9. This appliance should be serviced only by c. Do not mount over a sink. qualified service personnel. Contact nearest d. Do not store anything directly on top of Sharp Authorized Servicer for examination, the appliance surface when the repair or adjustment. appliance is in operation. 10. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance. 18. If the oven light fails, consult a SHARP AUTHORIZED SERVICER. 11. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water—for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, and the like. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 U N P A C K I N G A N D I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S Unpacking and Examining Your Oven ease of use. It's wise, if possible, to have counter space on at least one side of the oven. Allow at least 2 inches Remove: on the sides, top and at the rear of the oven for air 1. all packing materials from inside the oven cavity; circulation. Do not place or install the oven in any area however, DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE where heat and steam are generated; for example, COVER, which is located on the right cavity wall. next to or above a conventional gas or electric range Read enclosures and SAVE or above a conventional wall oven. Heat and steam the Operation Manual. may damage the electronics or the mechanical parts of 2.the feature sticker, if there the oven. is one, from the outside of the Built-in Kit door. Check the oven for any dam- Your oven can be built into a cabinet or wall—not age, such as misaligned or near or above a heat source—using Sharp’s Built-In Kit bent door, damaged door RK-51 for the R-510DK, RK-51W for the R-510DW; seals and sealing surfaces, the RK-46K for the R-410DK and the RK-46W for the broken or loose door hinges R-410DW. If your dealer does not stock the kit, it can and latches and dents inside the cavity or on the door. be ordered directly from the Sharp Accessories and If there is any damage, do not operate the oven and Supplies Center. Have your credit card number contact your dealer or SHARP AUTHORIZED available and call toll-free: 1-800-642-2122 for ordering SERVICER. the kit to be sent to your address. The kit includes ducts and finish trim strips and easy- Choosing a Location for Your Oven to-follow instructions for installation as well as the You will use the oven frequently so plan its location for location of the power supply. G R O U N D I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S 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 in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. In the event of an electrical 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 protected electrical supply. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. The oven is equipped with a 3-prong grounding plug. It must be plugged 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 receptacle. A 3-prong adapter may be purchased and used temporarily if local codes allow. Follow package directions. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension Cord If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the microwave oven. The marked rating of the extension cord should be AC 115- 120 volt, 15 amp. or more. Be careful not to drape the cord over the countertop or table where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally. Notes: 1.If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions, 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 or 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 I N F O R M AT I O N Y O U N E E D T O K N O W ABOUT YOUR OVEN This Operation Manual is valuable: read it carefully When using the oven at power levels below 100%, you and always save it for reference. may hear the magnetron cycling on and off. It is normal for the exterior of the oven to be warm to the touch A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. when cooking or reheating. Check it for microwave cooking principles, techniques, hints and recipes. See pages 15 and 16 for ordering Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking. the Ultimate Accessory, the SHARP CAROUSEL Room humidity and the moisture in food will influence MICROWAVE COOKBOOK. the amount of moisture that condenses in the oven. Generally, covered foods will not cause as much NEVER use the oven without the turntable and support condensation as uncovered ones. Vents on the oven nor turn the turntable over so that a large dish could back must not be blocked. be placed in the oven. The turntable will turn both The oven is for food preparation only. It should not be clockwise and counterclockwise. used to dry clothes or newspapers. ALWAYS have food in the oven when it is on to absorb All ovens are rated 1200 watts by using the IEC Test the microwave energy. Procedure. In using recipes or package directions, check food a minute or two before the minimum time and add time accordingly. ABOUT FOOD FOOD DO DON’T Eggs, sausages, •Puncture egg yolks before cooking •Cook eggs in shells. fruits & to prevent “explosion”. •Reheat whole eggs. vegetables •Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash, hot dogs and sausages so that steam escapes. Popcorn • Use specially bagged popcorn for the •Pop popcorn in regular brown bags microwave oven. or glass bowls. •Listen while popping corn for the •Exceed maximum time on popcorn popping to slow to 1 or 2 seconds or package. use special POPCORN pad. Baby food •Transfer baby food to small dish and •Heat disposable bottles. heat carefully, stirring often. Check •Heat bottles with nipples on. temperature before serving. •Heat baby food in original jars. •Put nipples on bottles after heating and shake thoroughly. “Wrist” test before feeding. General •Cut baked goods with filling after •Heat or cook in closed glass jars or heating to release steam and avoid air tight containers. burns. •Can in the microwave as harmful •Stir liquids briskly before and after bacteria may not be destroyed. heating to avoid “eruption”. •Deep fat fry. •Use deep bowl, when cooking liquids •Dry wood, gourds, herbs or wet papers. or cereals, to prevent boilovers. 4 I N F O R M A T I O N Y O U N E E D T O K N O W ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many The following coverings are ideal: pieces already in your kitchen can be used success- • Paper towels are good for covering foods for re- fully in your new microwave oven. Make sure the heating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon. utensil does not touch the interior walls during cooking. • Wax paper can be used for cooking and Use these utensils for safe microwave cooking reheating. and reheating: • Plastic wrap that is specially marked for micro- • glass ceramic (Pyroceram®), such as wave use can be used for cooking and reheat- Corningware®. 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 metal • browning dish (Do not exceed recommended twist ties. Remember to slit bag so steam can preheating time. Follow manufacturer's escape. directions.) How to use aluminum foil in your microwave These items can be used for short time reheat- oven: ing of foods that have little fat or sugar in them: • Small flat pieces of aluminum foil placed • wood, straw, wicker smoothly on the food can be used to shield areas that are either defrosting or cooking too DO NOT USE quickly. • metal pans and bakeware • Foil should not come closer than one inch to any surface of the oven. • dishes with metallic trim • non-heat-resistant glass Should you have questions about utensils or coverings, check a good microwave cookbook or follow recipe • non-microwave-safe plastics (margarine tubs) suggestions. • recycled paper products • brown paper bags ACCESSORIES There are many microwave accesso- ries available for purchase. Evaluate carefully before • food storage bags you purchase so that they meet your needs. A micro- • metal twist-ties 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 responsible 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. ABOUT CHILDREN AND THE MICROWAVE Children below the age of 7 should use the microwave Children should be taught all safety precautions: use oven with a supervising person very near to them. potholders, 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. The child must be able to reach the oven comfortably; Don’t assume that because a child has mastered one if not, he/she should stand on a sturdy stool. cooking skill he/she can cook everything. At no time should anyone be allowed to lean or swing Children need to learn that the microwave oven is not on the oven door. a toy. See page 14 for Child Lock feature. 5 I N F O R M A T I O N Y O U N E E D T O K N O W 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 plastic wrap or a lid. Covers prevent cooking temperatures have been reached. spattering and help foods to cook evenly. Doneness signs include: • Shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil any - Food steams throughout, not just 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 joints 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 • ALWAYS use potholders to prevent burns when the 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. TEMP FOOD • Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from 160°F ...for fresh pork, ground meat, the face and hands. Slowly lift the farthest edge of boneless white poultry, fish, a dish's covering and carefully open popcorn and seafood, egg dishes and frozen oven cooking bags away from the face. prepared food. • Stay near the oven while it's in use and check cooking progress frequently so that there is no 165°F ...for 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 poultry. • Select, store and handle food carefully to preserve its high quality and minimize the spread of 180°F ...dark meat of poultry. foodborne bacteria. • Keep waveguide cover clean. Food residue can cause arcing and/or fires. To test for doneness, insert a meat thermometer in a thick or dense area away from fat or bone. NEVER • Use care when removing items from the oven so leave the thermometer in the food during cooking, that the utensil, your clothes or accessories do not unless it is approved for microwave oven use. touch the safety door latches. 6 P A R T N A M E S MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL PANEL PARTS 13 10 10 10-11 12 1 One touch door open button Push to open door. 2 Oven door with see-through window 3 Safety door latches 9 13 The oven will not operate unless the door is 8 securely closed. 8 4 Door hinges 5 Door seals and sealing surfaces 6 Turntable motor shaft R - 5 1 0 D / R - 4 1 0 D 7 Removable turntable support Carefully place the turntable support in the Number next to the key panel illustration center of the oven floor. indicates page on which there are a feature 8 Removable turntable description and usage information. Place the turntable on the turntable support securely. The turntable will rotate clockwise or counterclockwise. Only remove for VISUAL DISPLAY cleaning. 9 Ventilation openings (Rear) 10 Oven light It will light when oven is operating or door is open. Indicators 11 Waveguide cover: DO NOT REMOVE. 12 Auto-Touch control panel 13 Time display: 99 minutes, 99 seconds Words in the lower portion of the display will light to indicate what function is in progress. 7 B E F O R E O P E R AT I N G •Before operating your new microwave oven make This is a 12 hour clock. If you attempt to enter an sure you read and understand this operation manual incorrect clock time, E R R O R will appear in the display. completely. Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad and re-enter the time. •Before the oven can be used, follow these procedures: • If the electrical power supply to your microwave oven 1. Plug in the oven. Close the door. The oven display should be interrupted, the display will intermittently will then begin flashing 8 8 : 8 8 . show 8 8 : 8 8 after the power is reinstated. If this 2. Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad. occurs during cooking, the program will be erased. : will appear. The time of day will also be erased. Simply touch 3. Set clock. STOP/CLEAR pad and reset the clock for the correct time of day. TO SET THE CLOCK NOTE: Your oven can be programmed with the • Suppose you want to enter the correct time of day door open except for START, MINUTE 12:30 (A.M. or P.M.). PLUS and INSTANT ACTION. PROCEDURE DISPLAY STOP/CLEAR TIMER 12:30 1 CLOCK Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad to: 1. Erase if you make a mistake during programming. Touch CLOCK pad. 2. Cancel timer. 2 1 2 3 0 12:30 3. Stop the oven temporarily during cooking. 4. Return the time of day to the display. Enter the correct time 5. Cancel a program during cooking, touch twice. of day by touching the numbers in sequence. 3 TIMER 12:30 CLOCK Touch CLOCK pad again. 8