Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product R-1520L Sharp
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OVER THE RANGE M ODELS R-1520L (F ollow b y letter indicating color: K=black, W=white) R-1514 (Stainless) 1.R-1520L,1514_446-KM.indd 1 2/20/06 8:55:50 AM.
2 T o 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.
3 CONTENTS For Customer Assistance .......................... 2 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy .................................. 2 Contents ...................................................... 3 Consumer Limited W arranty .
4 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORA TION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the “Product”), when shipped in its original container , will be free from defective workm.
5 IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: W ARNING - T o reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy: 1.
6 T wo optional accessories are available for this oven. 1. Charcoal Filter (RK-240). This is required when hood exhaust is recirculated. See Charcoal Filter on page 24. If dealer does not stock this item, it can be ordered by calling 1-800-642-2122. 2.
7 INFORMA TION YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR OVEN This Operation Manual is valuable: read it carefully and always save it for reference. A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. Check it for microwave cooking principles, techniques, hints and recipes.
8 INFORMA TION YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS The following coverings are ideal: • Paper towels ar e go od f or c ove rin g foods for re- hea tin g a nd abs orbing fa t whil e cook ing ba con . • W ax paper can be used for cooking and reheating.
9 ABOUT MICROW A VE COOKING • Arrange food carefully . Place thickest areas towards outside of dish. • W atch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed. Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite. • Cover foods while cooking.
10 P ART NAMES 1 Oven door with see-through window Be careful with the edge of the oven door as it is glass and could chip or break. 2 Door hinges 3 W aveguide cover: DO NOT REMOVE. 4 T urntable motor shaft 5 Oven light It wil l ligh t whe n oven is o perati ng or door is ope n.
1 1 CONTROL P ANEL P AR T NAMES Number next to the control panel illustration indicates pages on which there are feature descriptions and usage information. 13 22 21 15 12 20 20 Words in the lower portion of the display will light to indicate what function is in progress.
12 This is a 12 hour clock. If you attempt to enter an incorrect clock time, ERROR will appear in the display . T ouch the STOP/CLEAR pad and re-enter the time.
13 MANUAL OPERA TION • Suppose you want to defrost for 5 minutes at 30%. PROCEDURE DISPLA Y 1 500 Enter defrost time. 5:00 COOK 2 POWER LEVEL x 8 P-30 COOK T ouch POWER LEVEL pad eight times or hold down until the desired power level appears. 3 ST ART MINUTE PLUS T ouch ST ART/ MINUTE PLUS pad.
14 SPECIAL FEA TURES SENSOR COOK Sharp’s Sensor is a semi-conductor device that detects the vap or (moi sture and humidity) emitted fro m the food as it heats. The sensor adjusts the cooking times and power level for various foods and quantities. Using Sensor Settings: 1.
15 SPECIAL FEA TURES INST ANT SENSOR Instant Sensor allows you to cook or reheat many of your favorite foods by touching just one pad. • Suppose you want to cook 2 baked potatoes. PROCEDURE 1 T ouch BAKED POT A TOES pad. BAKED POT A TOES 2 T ouch ST ART/ MINUTE PLUS pad.
16 SPECIAL FEA TURES SENSOR COOK CENTER Y ou can cook many foods by touching the Sensor Cook Center pad and the food number . Y ou don’t need to calculate cooking time or power level. • Suppose you want to cook ground meat. PROCEDURE 1 T ouch SENSOR COOK CENTER pad and number 1 .
17 SPECIAL FEA TURES Glazed Apple Slices Makes 6 to 8 servings 1/4 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup orange juice 3 tablespoons margarine or butter 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons apricot preserves 4 baki.
18 SPECIAL FEA TURES REHEA T Reheat allows you to heat three of your favorite foods by touching just one pad. • Suppose you want to heat 2 fresh rolls or muffins. PROCEDURE DISPLA Y 1 FRESH ROLLS/ MUFFINS Select desired setting. T ouch FRESH ROLLS MUFFINS pad 2 times.
19 SPECIAL FEA TURES DEFROST CENTER DEFR OST CENTE R automa tica lly d efr osts all the foods shown in the DEFROST CENTER CHAR T below . Round the weight to the nearest half pound. (Ex: if the steak's actual weight is 2.2 lb round to 2.0 lb. If the steak's weight is 2.
20 SPECIAL FEA TURES KEEP W ARM PLUS KEEP W ARM PLUS allows you to keep food warm for 30 minutes. DIRECT USE • Suppose you want to keep a cup of soup warm for 30 minutes. PROCEDURE 1 T ouch KEEP W ARM PLUS pad. KEEP W ARM PLUS 2 Enter the desired time.
21 OTHER CONVENIENT FEA TURES CUSTOM HELP Custom Help provides 4 features that make using your oven easy because specific instructions are provided in the interactive display . 1. CHILD LOCK The Child Lock prevents unwanted oven operation such as by small children.
22 MUL TIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING Y our oven can be programmed for up to 4 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.
23 EXTERIOR The outside surface is precoated steel and plastic. Clean the outside with mild soap and water; rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use any type of household or abrasive cleaner . DOOR Be careful with the edge of the oven door as it is glass and could chi p or bre ak.
24 CHARCOAL FIL TER Charcoal Filter , Sharp part number RK-240 which was installed in your oven, is used for nonvented, recircu- lated installation. The filter should be changed every 6 to 12 months depending on use. See page 6 for ordering information.
25 SPECIFICA TIONS 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 .
26 VEGET ABLE COOKING CHART Artichokes Fresh Asparagus Fresh Spears Beans Fresh, Green and W ax Beets Fresh, Whole Broccoli Fresh, Spears Fresh, Pieces Brussels Sprouts Fresh Cabbage Shredded Wedges Carrots Fresh, Slices Cauliflower Fresh, Flowerets Fresh, Whole Corn Fresh, on Cob Frozen, on Cob T rim and rinse.
27 TO ORDER Simply call this toll-free number: 1-800-642-2122 . Please have your credit card ready . If you prefer to order by mail, complete and return the order form on page 28. Please include check or money order (payable to Sharp Accessor ies & Sup plies Center) for $6.
28 REHEA TING CHART ITEM ST AR TING TEMPERA TURE PROCEDURE MICROW A VE TIME Plate of Food 1 serving of meat, 2 servings of vegetables Meat (Chicken pieces, chops, hamburgers, meat loaf slices) 1 servi.
29 Soup, Cream 1 cup 1 can (10 3/4 oz) Soup, Clear 1 cup 1 can (10 3/4 oz) Pizza 1 slice 1 slice 2 slices 2 slices V egetables 1 serving 2 servings Baked Potato 1 2 Breads (Dinner or breakfast roll) 1 roll 2 rolls 4 rolls Cover . Stir after half the time.
30 GUIA AUTO-TOUCH Para mayor informacion y precauciones de seguridad, consulte el Manual de Operaciones. SENSOR COOK CENTER T ABLA TIPO DE COMIDA CANTIDAD 1.
31 GUIA AUTO-TOUCH Continuado de la página 30. HOT W A TER HOT W A TER 1 Puls e la tecla HOT W A TER tre s ve ces par a calen tar 3 tazas con agua o man téngalo presionado hasta que la canti dad requerid a aparezc a en pant alla. 2 Pulse la tecla ST ART/ MINUTE PLUS .
AUTO-TOUCH GUIDE For more complete information and safety precautions, refer to your Operation Manual. F O O D AMOUNT F O O D AMOUNT F O O D AMOUNT REHEA T POPCORN BAKED POT A TOES FRESH VEGET ABLES 4 - 36 oz 2.85 - 3.5 oz bag (reg.) 1.5 - 1.75 oz bag (snack) 1 - 6 med.
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