User manual SHARP R-259

[. . . ] OPERATION MANUAL with COOKBOOK R-259 MICROWAVE OVEN 800W (IEC 60705) OPERATION MANUAL This operation manual contains important information which you should read carefully before using your microwave oven. IMPORTANT: There may be a serious risk to health if this operation manual is not followed or if the oven is modified so that it operates with the door open. If you require any advice or assistance regarding your Sharp product, please visit our website: http://www. sharp. co. uk/support Customers without Internet access may telephone (during office hours): 08705 274277 or from Ireland (01) 676 0648 A. Information on Disposal for Users (private households) 1. [. . . ] Comments Small pieces of aluminium foil can be used to shield food from overheating. Keep foil at least 2cm from the oven walls, as arcing may occur. Foil containers are not recommended unless specified by the manufacturer, e. g. Microfoil ®, follow instructions carefully. Always follow the manufacturers instructions. Be very careful as these dishes become very hot. Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and bone china are usually suitable, except for those with metallic decoration. Care should be taken if using fine glassware as it can break or crack if heated suddenly. It is not recommended to use metal cookware as it will arc, which can lead to fire. Care must be taken as some containers warp, melt or discolour at high temperatures. It should not touch the food and must be pierced to let the steam escape. Ensure bags are suitable for microwave use. Do not use plastic or metal ties, as they may melt or catch fire due to the metal `arcing'. Only use for warming or to absorb moisture. Care must be taken as overheating may cause fire. Always attend the oven when using these materials as overheating may cause fire. May contain extracts of metal which will cause `arcing' and may lead to fire. Browning dishes China and ceramics / Glassware e. g. Pyrex ® Metal Plastic/Polystyrene e. g fast food containers Cling film Freezer/Roasting bags Paper - Plates, cups and kitchen paper Straw and wooden containers Recycled paper and newspaper NOTE: When heating food in plastic or paper containers, monitor the oven due to the possibility of ignition. 20 DEFROSTING ADVICE Defrosting food using your microwave oven is the quickest method of all. It is a simple proccess but the following instructions are essential to ensure the food is thoroughly defrosted. Rearrange Foods that are placed towards the outside of the dish will defrost quicker than foods in the centre. It is therefore essential that the food is rearranged up to 4 times during defrosting. Move closely packed pieces from the outside to the centre and rearrange over-lapping areas. This will ensure that all parts of the food defrosts evenly. [. . . ] The guarantee does not cover: · Glass/ceramic turntables, as they can be damaged by handling/cleaning methods. · Faults resulting from inadequate cleaning. Regular cleaning is required to prevent a build up of food residue that can also affect the performance of the product. · Carriage costs to or from the repair centre. [. . . ]