User manual SHARP R249 OPERATION MANUAL

[. . . ] UK R-249 O/M, -P24 03. 12. 3 3:58 PM Page A OPERATION MANUAL with COOKBOOK R-249 MICROWAVE OVEN 800W (IEC 60705) UK R-249 O/M, -P24 03. 12. 3 3:58 PM Page B 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 UK R-249 O/M, -P24 03. 12. 3 3:58 PM Page 1 CONTENTS OVEN AND ACCESSORIES . . 13 COOKING ADVICE: Microwave Cooking Advice . [. . . ] Place thickest parts of the portions to the outside of the dish, cover with vented microwave cling film and reheat on MEDIUM HIGH. NOTE: Ensure the poultry is thoroughly reheated before serving. Cover with vented microwave cling film or a suitable lid and reheat on MEDIUM. Stir frequently to ensure even reheating. NOTE: Ensure the food is thoroughly reheated before serving. Sliced meat Poultry portions Casseroles To achieve the best results when reheating, select a suitable microwave power level appropriate to the type of food. A bowl of vegetables can be reheated using HIGH, while a lasagne which contains ingredients that cannot be stirred, should be reheated using MEDIUM. NOTES: · Remove food from foil or metal containers before reheating. · Reheating times will be affected by the shape, depth, quantity and temperature of food together with the size, shape and material of the container. Never heat liquids in narrow-necked containers, as this could result in the contents erupting from the container and may cause burns. · To avoid overheating and fire, special care must be taken when reheating foods with a high sugar or fat content, e. g. · Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as this may lead to overheating and fire. · Canned potatoes should not be heated in the microwave oven, follow the manufacturer's instructions on the can. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken and the temperature is to be checked before consumption to avoid burns. 18 UK R-249 O/M, -P24 03. 12. 3 3:59 PM Page 19 COOKBOOK CONTENTS INTRODUCTION, COOKERY NOTES & CONVERSION CHARTS . . 19 DEFROSTING CHART: Meat, poultry, fish, fruit, bread, pastry, savoury pie & quiche . . 20 COOKING CHARTS: Meat, poultry & fish . . 21 Fresh & frozen vegetables & fruit . . 24-31 INTRODUCTION This Cookbook contains a wide variety of recipes developed specifically for your microwave oven. These will give you successful results and will save time and electricity. The recipes demonstrate the capabilities of your oven and prove that microwave technology is the efficient and effective alternative to conventional cooking. The cookery notes below compliment all cooking procedures in this cookbook and should be read in advance of recipe preparation. COOKERY NOTES · Please weigh all meat and poultry prior to defrosting and cooking, as labelled weights are only approximate. · Where dishes are covered use vented microwave cling film unless otherwise stated. [. . . ] Please clean your microwave oven regularly and remove any stains or fat residues without delay. Failure to do this may affect the quality and safety of the product or prejudice your guarantee. SHARP parts and accessories have been specifically designed for SHARP Microwaves. No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this publication, although every possible care has been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible. 5. [. . . ]