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SPECIAL FEATURES

SENSOR SETTING

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Sharp's Sensor is a semi-conductor device that detects
the vapor (moisture and humidity) emitted from the food
as it heats. The sensor adjusts the cooking times and
power level for various foods and quantities.
There are 3 sensor settings, SENSOR REHEAT, POP-
CORN and SENSOR COOK.

Using Sensor Settings:

1. After oven is plugged in, wait 2 minutes before
using any sensor settings.
2. Be sure the exterior of the cooking container and
the interior of the oven are dry. Wipe off any mois-
ture with a dry cloth or paper towel.
3. The oven works with foods at normal storage tem-
perature. For example, popcorn would be at room
temperature.
4. Any sensor setting selection can be programmed
with More or Less Time Adjustment. See page 16.
5. More or less food than the quantity listed in the chart
should be cooked following the guidelines in any
microwave cookbook.
6. During the first part of sensor operation, food name
will appear on the display. Do not open the oven
door or touch STOP/CLEAR pad during this part of
the cooking cycle. The measurement of vapor will
be interrupted. If this occurs, an error message will
appear. To continue cooking, touch the STOP/
CLEAR pad and cook manually.
When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from
the food, remainder of cooking time will appear.
Door may be opened when remaining cooking
time appears on the display. At this time, you may
stir or season food, as desired.
7. If the sensor does not detect vapor properly when
popping popcorn, the oven will turn off, and the
correct time of day will be displayed. If the sensor
does not detect vapor properly when cooking other
foods, an error message will be displayed, and the
oven will turn off.
8. Check food for temperature after cooking. If addi-
tional time is needed, continue to cook manually.
9. Sensor Reheat and Popcorn can only be entered
within 3 minutes after cooking, opening and clos-
ing the door or touching the STOP/CLEAR pad.

Covering Foods:

Some foods work best when covered. Use the cover
recommended in the chart for these foods.
1. Casserole lid.
2. Plastic wrap: Use plastic wrap recommended for
microwave cooking. Cover dish loosely; allow
approximately 1/2 inch to remain uncovered to
allow steam to escape. Plastic wrap should not
touch food.
3. Wax paper: Cover dish completely; fold excess
wrap under dish to secure. If dish is wider than
paper, overlap two pieces at least one inch to cover.
Be careful when removing any covering to allow
steam to escape away from you.

SENSOR REHEAT/POPCORN

Sensor Reheat and Popcorn automatically compute the
correct warming or cooking time and microwave power
level. You can cook by touching just one pad.

Example:

•Suppose you want to reheat canned chili.
PROCEDURE
Touch SENSOR
REHEAT pad.
When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from
the food, remainder of cooking time will appear.
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POPCORN

SENSOR REHEAT/POPCORN CHART

FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE
only 1 package
at a time
1.5 - 3.5 oz
Place in dish or casserole slightly larger than amount to be
reheated. Flatten, if possible. Cover with lid, plastic wrap or wax
paper. Use covers such as plastic wrap or lids with larger quantities
of more dense foods such as stews. After reheating, stir well, if pos-
sible. Re-cover and allow to stand 2 to 3 minutes. Foods should be
very hot. If not, continue to heat with variable power and time.
SENSOR REHEAT 4 - 36 oz
Use only popcorn packaged for microwave oven use. Try several brands
to decide which you like the best. Do not try to pop unpopped kernels.