Information You Need To know
About Unpacking and Examining Your Microwave Drawer
If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions, consult a qualified electrician or service person.
1Remove all packing materials from inside theMicrowaveDrawer.
DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER, which is located on the top of the Microwave Drawer.
Sealing
Surface
Waveguide
Cover
ABOUT your Microwave Drawer
ALWAYS have food in the Microwave Drawer when it is on to absorb the microwave energy.
The vent under the Microwave Drawer must not be blocked. During microwaving, steam may come from the right side of the vent.
When using the Microwave Drawer at power levels below 100%,
2 Remove the feature sticker, if there is one.
Check the drawer for any damage, such as
misaligned or bent
drawer, damaged drawer seals and sealing surfaces, broken or loose drawer guides and dents inside the cavity or on the front side of the drawer. If there is any damage, do not operate the Microwave Drawer and contact your dealer or a SHARP AUTHORIZED SERVICER.
RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE
Should there be any interference caused by the Microwave Drawer to your radio or TV, check that the Microwave Drawer is on a different electrical circuit, relocate the radio or TV as far away from the drawer as feasible or check position and signal of receiving antenna.
GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. The Microwave Drawer 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.
– Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of
electric shock. Do not use an extension cord. If the
power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.
you may hear the magnetron cycling on and off. It is normal for the exterior of the Microwave Drawer to be warm to the touch when cooking or reheating.
Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking. Room humidity and the moisture in food will influence the amount of moisture that condenses in the Microwave Drawer. Generally, covered foods will not cause as much condensation as uncovered ones.
The Microwave Drawer is for food preparation only. It should not be used to dry clothes or newspapers.
Your Microwave Drawer is rated 1000 watts by using the IEC Test Procedure. In using recipes or package directions, check food a minute or two before the minimum time and add time accordingly.
When opening or closing the Microwave Drawer quickly, food in the Microwave Drawer may be spilled. To clean, please refer to the Cleaning and Care section on page 19.
A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. Check it for microwave cooking principles, techniques, hints and recipes. See page 21 for ordering the Sharp Carousel Microwave Cookbook.
ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING
•Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards outside of dish.
•Watch 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. Check recipe or cookbook for suggestions: paper towels, wax paper, microwave plastic wrap or a lid. Covers prevent spattering and help foods to cook evenly.
•Shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil any thin areas of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking before dense, thick areas are cooked thoroughly.
•Stir foods from outside to center of dish once or twice during cooking, if possible.
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