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A35862,SEC R370EK/W O/M
®
MICROWAVE OVEN
OPERATION MANUAL
®
MODEL
R-370E
followed by letter indicating color
S=silver, K=black, Z=graphite
CONTENTS
• Precautions to Avoid Possible
Exposure to Excessive Microwave
Energy ................................ Inside Front Cover
• For Customer Assistance ... Inside Front Cover
• Consumer Limited Warranty ................... 1
• Product Information Card ........................ 1
• Important Safety Instructions .................. 2
• Unpacking and Install
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A35862,SEC R370EK/W O/M FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 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. 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 des
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A35862,SEC R370EK/W O/M CONSUMER LIMITED 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 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
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A35862,SEC R370EK/W O/M IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 using the 15. See door surface cleaning instructions on appliance. page 18. 2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAU- 16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: TIONS TO AVOID POSSIB
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A35862,SEC R370EK/W O/M UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking and Examining Your Oven door. If there is any damage, do not operate the oven and contact your dealer or SHARP Remove: AUTHORIZED SERVICER. 1. all packing materials from inside the oven cav- ity; however, DO NOT REMOVE THE Choosing a Location for Your Oven WAVEGUIDE COVER, which is located on the You will use the oven frequently so plan its loca- right cavity wall. Read tion for ease of use. It's wise, if possible, to have
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A35862,SEC R370EK/W O/M INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR OVEN This Operation Manual is valuable: read it carefully and may hear the magnetron cycling on and off. It is normal always save it for reference. for the exterior of the oven to be warm to the touch when cooking or reheating. A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. Check it for microwave cooking principles, techniques, Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking. hints and recipes. See pages 19 and 20 for ordering Ro
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A35862,SEC R370EK/W O/M INFORMA TION YOU NEED TO KNOW 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 uten- heating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon. sil does not touch the interior walls during cooking. • Wax paper can be used for cooking and Use these utensils for safe microw
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A35862,SEC R370EK/W O/M INFORMA TION 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 sta
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A35862,SEC R370EK/W O/M PA RT NAMES MICROWAVE OVEN PARTS 12 2 7 11 8 1 6 3 54 13 5 10 9 1 Door handle 10 Removable turntable Pull to open door. Place the turntable on the turntable 2 Auto-Touch control panel support securely. The turntable will rotate clockwise or counterclockwise. 3 Time display: 99 minutes, 99 seconds Only remove for cleaning. 4 Oven door with see-through window 11 Ventilation openings (Rear) 5 Safety door latches 12 Oven light The oven will not operate unless the It will ligh
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A35862,SEC R370EK/W O/M P A R T NAMES TOUCH CONTROL PANEL 10-13 10-13 14 14 15 15 9,16 9,16 17 17 14 9,16 9 9,17 Number next to the control panel illustration indicates page on which there are a feature description and usage information. INTERACTIVE DISPLAY The Interactive Display spells out operating steps and shows cooking hints. When HELP is lighted in the display, touch the CUSTOM HELP pad to read a specific hint which may assist you. Words in the display will light to indicate what function
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A34714,SEC R370EK/W O/M BEFORE OPERATING MANUAL OPERATION • 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 completely. onds (99.99). Always enter the seconds after the min- • Before the oven can be used, follow these 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 PROCEDURE DISPLAY
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A34714,SEC R370EK/W O/M SPECIAL FEATURES SENSOR COOKING Sharp's Sensor is a semi-conductor device that detects Covering Foods: the vapor (moisture and humidity) emitted from the food Some foods work best when covered. Use the cover as it heats. The sensor adjusts the cooking times and recommended in the chart for these foods. power level for various foods and quantities. 1. Casserole lid. Using Sensor Settings: 2. Plastic wrap: Use plastic wrap recommended for microwave cooking. Cover dish loose
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A34714,SEC R370EK/W O/M SPECIAL FEA TURES SENSOR COOKING CHART FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE Popcorn only 1 package Use only popcorn packaged for microwave oven use. Try several brands at a time to decide which you like the best. Do not try to pop unpopped kernels. 2.85 - 3.5 oz Touch Popcorn pad once. (Regular/Regular light) 1.5 - 1.75 oz (Snack) Touch Popcorn pad twice within 2 seconds. Baked Potatoes 1 - 4 med. Pierce. Place on paper-towel-lined turntable. After cooking, remove from oven, wrap in
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A34714,SEC R370EK/W O/M SPECIAL FEA TURES SENSOR COOKING CHART (continued) FOOD PROCEDURE AMOUNT Frozen Vegetables .25 - 1.0 lb Add no water. Cover with lid or plastic wrap. After cooking, stir and let stand, covered, for 3 minutes. Chicken Breast .5 - 1.5 lb Cover with vented plastic wrap. When oven stops, turn over. Shield with small, flat pieces of aluminum foil any areas that are cooking too rapidly. Re-cover and touch START pad. After cooking, let stand, covered, 3-5 minutes. Chicken shou
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A34714,SEC R370EK/W O/M SPECIAL FEA TURES SENSOR COOKING RECIPES (continued) CONFETTI SOUP Makes 6 servings 3 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup cubed carrots, 1/4-inch cubes 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 cup rutabaga, 1/4-inch cubes 1/4 teaspoon sugar 1 small zucchini, 1/4-inch cubes 4 cups milk 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 1/2 cup chopped celery 1 cup frozen corn, thawed 1 cup fresh broccoli flowerets or cauliflowerets 1/2 cup cooked ham, 1/4-inch cubes 1/4
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A34714,SEC R370EK/W O/M SPECIAL FEA TURES INSTANT ACTION Instant Action allows you to heat fresh and frozen rolls NOTE: and muffins and beverage by touching just one pad. 1. To increase quantity, touch chosen pad until num- • Suppose you want to reheat 1.0 cup of beverage. ber in display is same as desired quantity to cook. Ex: touch Rolls & Muffins pad three times for 3 rolls PROCEDURE DISPLAY or muffins. More or less food than the quantity listed in the chart should be heated following the gu
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A34714,SEC R370EK/W O/M SPECIAL FEA TURES COMPU DEFROST CompuDefrost automatically defrosts all the foods found After the 1st stage, open the door. Turn steak in the CompuDefrost Chart below. 5 over and shield any warm portions. Close the door. • Suppose you want to defrost a 2.0 pound steak. Minute Plus Touch START pad. START PROCEDURE DISPLAY Compu REPEAT REPEAT After the 2nd stage, open the door. Shield any Defrost 1 warm portions. Close the door. 6 TO TO Touch START pad. Touch Compu Minute
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A34714,SEC R370EK/W O/M OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES MANUAL DEFROST KITCHEN TIMER If the food that you wish to defrost is not listed on the • Suppose you want to time a 3-minute long distance COMPU DEFROST CHART or is above or below the phone call. limits in the “Amount” column on the COMPU DE- PROCEDURE FROST CHART, you need to defrost manually. You can defrost any frozen food, either raw or previ- Touch Kitchen Timer Kitchen Timer 1 1 ously cooked, by using 30% Power Level. See page 9. pad and nu
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A34714,SEC R370EK/W O/M OTHER CONVENIENT FEA TURES 4. LANGUAGE / WEIGHT SELECTION CUSTOM HELP The oven comes set for English and U.S. Customary Custom Help provides 4 features which make using your Unit-pounds. To change, touch Custom Help and the oven easy because specific instructions are provided number 4 pad. Continue to touch number 4 until your in the interactive display. choice is selected from the table below. Then, touch START pad. 1. CHILD LOCK • Touch number 4 pad for language a
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A34714,SEC R370EK/W O/M CLEANING AND CARE Disconnect the power cord before cleaning. If possible, leave the door open to inactivate the oven during cleaning. Exterior The outside surface is painted. 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/Touch Control Panel Care should be taken in cleaning the door/touch control panel. Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any Exterior spills or s
