Panasonic NN-SB55LS - Microwave Oven Manual

Food Preparation

Follow these Safety Precautions when cooking in your oven.

Proper cooking depends upon the power, the time setting and quantity of food. If you use a smaller portion than recommended but cook at the time for the recommended portion, fire could result.

1. HOME CANNING / STERILIZING / DRYING FOODS / SMALL QUANTITIES OF FOODS
   • DO NOT use your oven for home canning. Your oven cannot maintain the food at the proper canning temperature. The food may be contaminated and then spoil.
   • DO NOT use the microwave oven to sterilize objects (baby bottles, etc.). It is difficult to keep the oven at the high temperature needed for sterilization.

When using pre-packaged microwave popcorn, you can follow recommended package instructions or use the Popcorn button. Otherwise, the popcorn may not pop adequately or may ignite and cause a fire. Never leave the oven unattended when popping popcorn. Allow the popcorn bag to cool before opening, and always open the bag facing away from your face and body to prevent steam burns.

• DO NOT dry meats, herbs, fruits or vegetables in your oven. Small quantities of food or foods with low moisture content can dry out, scorch or catch on fire if overheated.

2. POPCORN
   Popcorn may be popped in a microwave oven corn popper. Microwave popcorn that pops in its own package is also available. Follow popcorn manufacturers' directions and use a brand suitable for the cooking power of your microwave oven.
3. DEEP FAT FRYING
   • DO NOT deep fat fry in your microwave oven. Cooking oils may burst into flames and may cause damage to the oven and may result in burns. Microwave utensils may not withstand the temperature of the hot oil, and can shatter or melt.
4. FOODS WITH NONPOROUS SKINS
   • DO NOT COOK / REHEAT WHOLE EGGS, WITH OR WITHOUT THE SHELL.
     Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to explode, and possibly damage the oven or cause injury. Reheating SLICED hard-boiled eggs and cooking SCRAMBLED eggs is safe.
     
   • Potatoes, apples, whole squash and sausages are examples of foods with nonporous skins. These types of foods must be pierced before microwave cooking to prevent them from exploding.
     

Cooking dry or old potatoes can cause fire.

5. GLASS TRAY / COOKING CONTAINERS / FOIL
   • Cooking containers get hot during microwaving. Heat is transferred from the HOT food to the container and the Glass Tray. Use pot holders when removing containers from the oven or when removing lids or plastic wrap covers from cooking containers, to avoid burns.
   • The Glass Tray will get hot during cooking. It should be allowed to cool before handling or before paper products, such as paper plates or microwave popcorn bags, are placed in the oven for microwave cooking.
   • When using foil in the oven, allow at least 1-inch (2.5 cm) of space between foil and interior oven walls or door.
   • Dishes with metallic trim should not be used, as arcing may occur.
6. PAPER TOWELS / CLOTHS
   • DO NOT use paper towels or cloths that contain a synthetic fiber woven into them. The synthetic fiber may cause the towel to ignite. Use paper toweling under supervision.
7. BROWNING DISHES / OVEN COOKING BAGS
   • Only use browning dishes that are designed for microwave cooking. Check browning dish information for instructions/heating chart.
     DO NOT preheat browning dish more than six minutes.
   • If an oven cooking bag is used for microwave cooking, prepare according to package directions. DO NOT use a wire twist-tie to close bag. Instead use plastic ties, cotton string or a strip cut from the open end of the bag.
     
8. THERMOMETERS
   • DO NOT use a conventional meat thermometer in your oven. Arcing may occur. Microwave safe thermometers are available for both meat and candy.
     
9. BABY FORMULA / BABY FOOD
   • DO NOT heat baby formula or baby food in the microwave oven. The glass jar or surface of the food may appear warm while the interior can be so hot as to burn the infant's mouth and esophagus.
     
10. REHEATING PASTRY PRODUCTS
    • When reheating pastry products, check temperatures of any fillings before eating. Some foods have fillings, which heat faster and can be extremely hot, while the surface remains warm to the touch (for example, jelly donuts).
11. GENERAL OVEN USAGE GUIDELINES
    • DO NOT use the oven for any purpose other than the preparation of food.

Cookware Guide

This section answers the question, "Can I use in the Microwave?"

Aluminum Foil
It is not recommended to use. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven wall or door and cause damage to your oven.

Browning Dish
Yes. Only use browning dishes that are designed for microwave cooking. Check browning dish information for instructions/heating chart. Do not preheat for more than six minutes.

Brown Paper Bags
No. They may cause a fire in the oven.

Microwave Safe
Yes. If labeled Microwave Safe, check manufacturers' directions for use in microwave heating. Some dinnerware may state on the back of the dish, "Oven- Microwave Safe".

Dinnerware
If unlabeled, use CONTAINER TEST below.

Disposable Polyester Paperboard Dishes
Yes. Some frozen foods are packaged in these dishes. Also can be purchased in some grocery stores.

Fast Food Cartons with Metal Handle
No. Metal handle may cause arcing.

Frozen Dinner Trays
If made for the microwave, then yes. If it contains metal, then no.

Glass Jars
No. Most glass jars are not heat resistant.

Heat Resistant Oven Glassware/Ceramic
Yes, but only ones for microwave cooking and browning. (See CONTAINER TEST below.)

Metal Bakeware
No. Metal can cause arcing and damage to your oven.

Metal Twist-Ties
No. May cause arcing which could cause a fire in the oven.

Oven Cooking Bag
Yes. Follow manufacturers' directions. Close bag with the nylon tie provided, a strip cut from the end of the bag, or a piece of cotton string. Do not close with metal twist-tie. Make six ¹/₂-inch slits near the closure.

Paper Plates/Cups
Yes. Use to warm cooked foods, and to cook foods that require short cooking time, such as hot dogs. Do not microwave paper cups; they may overheat and ignite.

Towels & Napkins
Yes, only paper napkins/towels. Use to warm rolls and sandwiches, only if labeled safe for microwave use. Do NOT use recycled paper towels.

Parchment Paper
Yes. Use as a cover to prevent splattering.

Plastic Cookware
Yes, with caution. Should be labeled, "Suitable for Microwave Heating."

Check Microwave Safe manufacturers' directions for recommended uses. Some microwave safe plastic containers are not suitable for cooking foods with high fat or sugar content. The heat from hot food may cause warping.

Plastic, Melamine
No. This material absorbs microwave energy. Dishes get HOT!

Plastic Foam Cups
Yes, with caution. Plastic foam will melt if foods reach a high temperature. Use short term only to reheat foods to a low serving temperature. Do not microwave paper cups; they may overheat and ignite.

Plastic Wrap
Yes. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture and prevent splattering. Should be labeled "Suitable for Microwave Heating". Check package directions.

Straw, Wicker, Wood
Yes, short term only. Use only for short term reheating and to bring food to a low serving temperature. Wood may dry out, split or crack.

Thermometers
Only microwave safe thermometers can be used, NOT conventional thermometers.

Wax Paper
Yes. Use as a cover to prevent splattering and to retain moisture.

CONTAINER TEST
TO TEST A CONTAINER FOR SAFE MICROWAVE OVEN USE: Fill a microwave safe cup with cool water and place it in the microwave oven along side the empty container to be tested; heat one (1) minute at P10 (HIGH). If the container is microwave oven safe (transparent to microwave energy), the empty container should remain comfortably cool and the water should be hot. If the container is hot, it has absorbed some microwave energy and should NOT be used. This test cannot be used for plastic containers.

Location of Controls

1. External Air Vent
2. Internal Air Vent
3. Door Safety Lock System
4. Exhaust Air Vent
5. Control Panel
6. Identification Plate
7. Glass Tray
8. Roller Ring
9. Heat/Vapor Barrier Film (do not remove)
10. Waveguide Cover (do not remove)
11. Door Release Button
12. Warning label
13. Menu label
14. Power Supply Cord
15. Power Supply Plug
16. Display Window
17. Popcorn Pad (See Operation)
18. Auto Reheat Pad (See Operation)
19. Auto Cook Pad (See Operation)
20. Power level Pad (See Operation)
21. Auto Defrost Pad (See Operation)
22. Serving/Weight Pad (See Operation)
23. Quick 30 Pad (See Operation)
24. More Pad (See Operation)
25. Less Pad (See Operation)
26. Number Pads
27. Cooking/Timer Pad (See Operation)
28. Clock Set Pad (See Operation)
29. Stop/Reset Pad
    Before cooking: One tap clears all your instructions. During cooking: one tap temporarily stops the cooking process. Another tap cancels all your instructions, and time of day or colon appears in the display window.
30. Start Pad
    After cooking program setting, one tap allows oven to begin functioning. If door is opened or Stop/Reset Pad is pressed once during oven operation, Start Pad must be pressed again to restart oven.

Beep Sound:
When a pad is pressed correctly, a beep will be heard. If a pad is pressed and no beep is heard, the unit did not or cannot accept the instruction. When operating, the oven will beep twice between programmed stages. At the end of any complete program, the oven will beep 5 times.

NOTE: If no operation after cooking program setting, 6 minutes later, the oven will automatically cancel the cooking program. The display will return to clock or colon display.

Operation

Using the Device for the First Time

1. Plug into a properly grounded electrical outlet. The oven automatically defaults to the imperial measure system (oz/lb).
   
2. Press Start to cycle between the weight system, Metric ( g /kg) or Imperial (oz/lb).
   
3. Press Stop/Reset to confirm; a colon (:) will appear in the display window.
   

NOTES:
These choices can be selected only when you plug-in the oven.

Setting the Clock

1. With the oven NOT cooking, press Clock/Set once; the colon will blink. Enter time of day using the Number pads.
   
2. Press Clock/Set to finish setting and the colon (:) will stop blinking.
   

NOTES:

1. To reset the clock, repeat steps.
2. The clock will retain the time of day as long as the oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied.
3. The clock is a 12-hour display.
4. Oven will not operate while colon (:) is flashing.

Setting the Child Safety Lock

1. When the time of day appears in the display, press Start three times; " " will appear in the display.
   
2. Press Stop/Reset three times; the display will return to the time of the day and Child Lock will be cancelled.
   

NOTES:

1. This feature prevents the electronic operation of the oven until cancelled. It does not lock the door.
2. To set or cancel child safety lock, Start or Stop/Reset pad must be pressed 3 times within 10 seconds.
3. You can set Child Lock feature when the display shows a colon or time of day.

Cooking

1. If cooking at high power (10), skip to step 2. Press Power Level until the desired power level appears in the display. P10 is the highest and P1 is the lowest.
   

Press	Power Level
once	P10 (HIGH)
twice	P9
3 times	P8
4 times	P7 (MED-HIGH)
5 times	P6 (MEDIUM)
6 times	P5
7 times	P4
8 times	P3 (MED-LOW)/ DEFROST
9 times	P2
10 times	P1 (LOW)

2. Set Cooking Time using the Number pads. P10 (HIGH) has max. cooking time of 30 minutes. For other power levels, the max. time is 99 minutes, 99 seconds.
   
3. Press Start; the cooking will start and the time will count down in the display. At the end of cooking, five beeps will sound.
   

NOTES:

1. For reheating, use P10 (HIGH) for liquids, P7 (MED-HIGH) for most foods, and P6 (MEDIUM) for dense foods.
2. For defrosting, use P3 (MED-LOW).

DO NOT OVERCOOK: This oven requires less time to cook than older units. Overcooking will cause food to dry out and may cause a fire. A microwave oven's cooking power tells you the amount of microwave power available for cooking.

Stage Cooking:
For more than one stage of cooking, repeat steps 1 and 2 for each stage of cooking before pressing Start. The maximum number of stages for cooking is three. When operating, two beeps will sound between each stage. Five beeps will sound at the end of the entire sequence.

Note: After running the oven at P10 power continuously for 30 min, if the cook process is not complete, the oven will automatically adjust to P8 power to protect the microwave and complete the cook cycle.
If you want to cook again at P10 power, you will need to wait 15 min before restarting.

Setting a Standing Time

1. Some recipes call for a standing time after cooking. To do this, repeat steps 1 and 2 in the Cooking section. Then press Timer.
   
2. Set desired amount of stand time using Number pads (up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds).
   
3. Press Start. The timer will start and then beep twice at the end of cooking time (the beginning of standing time). Five beeps will sound when standing time is done.
   

Setting a Delayed Start

1. The start time can be delayed to start cooking at a later time. To do this, first press Timer
   
2. Enter the desired delay time (up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds) using the Number pads.
   
3. Press Power Level until the desired power level appears in the display. P10 is the highest and P1 is the lowest.
   
4. Set Cooking Time using the Number pads (see Cooking for maximum times).
   
5. Press Start; the delay time will count down, then cooking will begin. At the end of cooking, five beeps will sound.
   

NOTES:

1. When each stage finishes, the oven will beep twice. At the end of the program, the oven will beep five times.
2. If the oven door is opened during Stand Time, Kitchen Timer or Delay Time, the time on the display will continue to count down.
3. Stand Time and Delay start cannot be programmed before any automatic function. This is to prevent the starting temperature of food from rising.

Quick 30

Set or add cooking time in 30 seconds increments

1. Press Quick 30 until the desired cooking time (up to 5 minutes) appears in the display. Power Level is pre-set at P10.
   
2. Press Start; the cooking will start and the time will count down in the display. At the end of cooking, five beeps will sound.
   

NOTES:

1. If desired, you can use other power levels. Select desired power level before pressing Quick 30.
2. After setting the time by Quick 30 pad, you cannot use the Number Pads.
3. Quick 30 pad can also be used to add more time during manual cooking.

Popcorn

Example: To pop 3.5 oz (100 g). of popcorn

1. Press Popcorn until the desired size appears in the display. Once for 3.5 oz (100 g ), twice for 3.0 oz (85 g), or three times for 1.75 oz (50 g).
   
2. If desired, press More once to add 10 seconds or twice to add 20 seconds.
   Press Less once to subtract 10 seconds or twice to subtract 20 seconds.
   
3. Press Start; the cooking will start and the time will count down in the display. At the end of cooking, five beeps will sound.
   

NOTES:

1. Pop one bag at a time.
2. Place bag in oven according to manufacturers' directions.
3. Start with popcorn at room temperature.
4. Allow popped corn to sit unopened for a few minutes.
5. Open bag carefully to prevent burns, because steam will escape.
6. Do not reheat unpopped kernels or reuse bag.
7. If popcorn is of a different weight than listed, follow instructions on popcorn package.
8. Never leave the oven unattended.
9. If popping slows to 2 to 3 seconds between pops, stop oven. Overcooking can burn popcorn or cause fire.
10. When popping multiple bags one right after the other, the cooking time may vary slightly. This does not affect the popcorn results.

Auto Defrost

1. This feature allows you to defrost foods such as meat, poultry and seafood, simply by entering the weight. Press Auto Defrost.
   
2. " Def " will appear briefly in the display, then a dash will appear next to the weight units. Enter weight of the food using the Number pads.
   
3. Press Start. Defrosting will start. Larger weight foods will cause a signal midway through defrosting. If two beeps sound, turn over and/or rearrange foods.
   

NOTE:
The maximum weight for Auto Defrost is 6 lbs. (2.7 kg).

Conversion

Follow the chart to convert ounces or hundredths of a pound into tenths of a pound. To use Auto Defrost, enter the weight of the food in pounds (1.0) and tenths of a pound (0.1). If a piece of meat weighs 1.95 lbs or 1 lb 14 oz, enter 1.9 lbs.

Ounces	Hundredths of a Pound	Tenths of a Pound
0	.01 -.05	0.0
1 - 2	.06 -.15	0.1
3 - 4	.16 -.25	0.2
5	.26 -.35	0.3
6 - 7	.36 -.45	0.4
8	.46 -.55	0.5
9 - 10	.56 -.65	0.6
11 - 12	.66 -.75	0.7
13	.76 -.85	0.8
14 - 15	.86 -.95	0.9

Defrosting Tips & Techniques

Preparation For Freezing:

1. Freeze meats, poultry, and fish in packages with only one or two layers of food. Place wax paper between layers.
2. Package in heavy-duty plastic wraps, bags (labeled "For Freezer"), or freezer paper.
3. Remove as much air as possible.
4. Seal securely, date, and label.

To Defrost:

1. Remove wrapper. This helps moisture to evaporate. Juices from food can get hot and cook the food.
2. Set food in microwave safe dish.
3. Place roasts fat-side down. Place whole poultry breast-side down.
4. Select power and minimum time so that items will be underdefrosted.
5. Drain liquids during defrosting.
6. Turn over (invert) items during defrosting.

After Defrosting:

1. Large items may be icy in the center. Defrosting will complete during Standing Time.
2. Let stand, covered, following stand time directions
3. Rinse foods indicated in the chart.
4. Items which have been layered should be rinsed separately or have a longer stand time.

FOOD	DEFROST TIME at P3 mins (per lb)	DURING DEFROSTING	AFTER DEFROSTING
			Stand Time	Rinse
Fish and Seafood Crabmeat [up to 3 lbs. (1.4 kg)]	6	Break apart/Rearrange	5 min.	YES
Fish Steaks	4 to 6	Turn over
Fish Fillets	4 to 6	Turn over/Rearrange
Sea Scallops	4 to 6	Break apart/Remove defrosted pieces
Whole fish	4 to 6	Turn over
Meat Ground Meat	4 to 5	Turn over/Remove defrosted portion	10 min.	NO
Roasts [2½-4 lbs. (1.1-1.8 kg)]	4 to 8	Turn over	30 min. in fridge.
Chops/Steak	6 to 8	Turn over/Rearrange	5 min.
Ribs/T-bone	6 to 8	Turn over/Rearrange
Stew Meat	4 to 8	Break apart/Remove defrosted pieces
Liver (thinly sliced)	4 to 6	Drain liquid/Turn over/Separate pieces
Bacon (sliced)	4	Turn over	----
Poultry Chicken, Whole [up to 3 lbs. (1.4 kg)]	4 to 6	Turn over	20 min. in fridge.	YES
Cutlets	4 to 6	Break apart/Turn over/Remove defrosted Pieces	5 min.
Pieces	4 to 6	Break apart/Turn over	10 min.
Cornish hens	6 to 8	Turn over
Turkey Breast [5-6 lbs. (2.3-2.7 kg)]	6	Turn over	20 min. in fridge.

NOTE: When the oven is set to lbs, the Auto Defrost will not start with 0.2 lbs. or less, because it is too small an amount of food. It will work normally starting at 0.3lbs. There are no restrictions when the scale is set to kg.

Auto Reheat

1. Press Auto Reheat
   
2. If desired, press Auto Reheat several times to choose 9.0,12.0,15.0,18.0 Oz.
   
3. Press Start. Reheating is complete when five beeps sound.
   

NOTES:

1. After having used the Auto Reheat feature a few times, you may decide you would prefer your food cooked to a different doneness – that is why you would utilize the More/Less pads.
2. All foods must be previously cooked.
3. Foods should always be covered loosely with plastic wrap, wax paper or casserole lid.

Casseroles: Add three to four tablespoons of liquid, cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Stir when time appears in the display window.

Canned foods: Empty contents into casserole dish or serving bowl, cover dish with lid or vented plastic wrap. After reheating, let stand for a few minutes.

Plate of food: Arrange food on plate; top with butter, gravy, etc. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. After reheating, let stand for a few minutes.

DO NOT USE AUTO REHEAT:

1. To reheat bread and pastry products. Use manual power and time for these foods.
2. For raw or uncooked foods.
3. If oven cavity is warm.
4. For beverages.
5. For frozen foods.

Auto Cook

1. Press Auto Cook until the number corresponding to the desired food appears in the display (see chart below).
   
2. If desired, press Serving/Weight to select desired food weight.
   
3. Press Start. Cooking is complete when five beeps sound.
   

NOTES:

1. After having used the Auto Cook feature a few times, you may decide you would prefer your food cooked to a different doneness – that is why you would utilize the More/Less pads.
2. Automatic features are provided for your convenience. If results are not suitable to your individual preference, or if serving size is other than what is listed in Conversion section above, please refer to manual cooking.

BEFORE Reheating/Cooking:

1. Cover food with lid, or with vented plastic wrap. Never use tightly sealed plastic containers—they can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.

AFTER Reheating/Cooking:
All foods should have a standing time.

Auto Cook Chart

See the chart below for Auto Cook categories.

Recipe	Serving/Weight	Hints
Beverages	1-3 cups (250, 500,750 ml)	This feature allows you to reheat 1 cup (250 ml) 2 cups (500 ml) or 3 cups(750ml) of room temperature beverages without setting power and time. NOTE: Use a microwave safe cup. Heated liquids can erupt if not mixed with air. Do not heat liquids in your microwave oven without stirring before and halfway through heating. Care must be exercised not to overheat liquids when using the Beverage feature. It is programmed to give proper results when heating 1-3 cups of liquid, starting from room temperature. Overheating will cause an increased risk of scalding, or water eruption. Refer to IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, item 18.
Pizza	4.0, 8.0, 14.0 Oz (100,225,400g)	Place slice/slices on microwave save dish. Let stand before eating. Follow manufacturer's directions for preparation. Add more time of cooking if needed.
Potato	1, 2, 3 potatoes (6 to 8 oz. each) (170 - 225 g)	Pierce each potato with a fork 6 times spacing around surface. Place potato or potatoes around edge of paper-towel-lined Glass Tray (Turntable), at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart. Do not cover. Let stand 5 minutes to complete cooking.
Frozen Vegetables	4.0, 8.0, 16.0 oz. (100, 225, 450 g)	Wash thoroughly, add 1 tbsp. of water per 1/2 cup of vegetables, and cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Do not salt/butter until after cooking. (Not suitable for vegetables in butter or sauce.) After 2 beeps, stir or rearrange.
Dinner Plate	9.0, 1 2.0, 18.0 oz (250, 350,500 g)	Arrange the food on a microwave safe dish; top with butter, gravy, etc. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. When cooking finishes, buzzer sounds five times and then let stand for a few minutes.
Fresh Vegetables	4.0, 8.0, 16.0 Oz (100,225,450 g)	All pieces should be the same size. Wash thoroughly, add 1 tbsp. of water per 1/2 cup of vegetables, and cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Do not salt/butter until after cooking.
Frozen Entrées	9.0, 16.0,32.0 oz (250, 450,900 g)	Follow manufacturers' directions for preparation. After 2 beeps, stir or rearrange. Be careful when removing the film cover after cooking. Remove facing away from you to avoid steam burns. If additional time is needed, continue to cook manually.

OMELET
Basic Omelet Recipe
Yield: 1 Serving
1 Tablespoon butter or margarine
2 Eggs
2 Tablespoons milk
Salt and ground black pepper, if desired
Heat butter in a microwave safe 8-inch round dish, 20 seconds at P10, or until melted.
Turn the plate to coat the bottom with butter. Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients in a separate bowl, beat together and pour into the pie plate. Cook, covered with vented plastic wrap, cook 2 min at P10. Let stand 2 minutes. With a spatula, loosen the edges of the omelet from the plate, fold into thirds to serve. Always beat the eggs before making the omelet.

NOTE: Double ingredients for a 4-egg Omelet.

Setting the Timer

1. This feature allows you to program the oven as a kitchen timer. Press Timer once.
   
2. Set desired amount of time using Number pads (up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds).
   
3. Press Start. The timer will count down without cooking and beep five times when done.
   

If oven lamp is lit while using the timer feature, the oven is NOT set properly; STOP OVEN IMMEDIATELY and re-read instructions.

Food Characteristics

Food Characteristics

Bone and Fat
Both bone and fat affect cooking. Bones may cause irregular cooking. Meat next to the tips of bones may overcook while meat positioned under a large bone, such as a ham bone, may be undercooked. Large amounts of fat absorb microwave energy and the meat next to these areas may overcook.

Density
Porous, airy foods such as breads, cakes or rolls take less time to cook than heavy, dense foods such as potatoes and roasts. When reheating donuts or other foods with different centers be very careful. Certain foods have centers made with sugar, water, or fat and these centers attract microwaves (for example, jelly donuts). When a jelly donut is heated, the jelly can become extremely hot while the exterior remains warm to the touch. This could result in a burn if the food is not allowed to cool properly in the center.

Quantity
Two potatoes take longer to cook than one potato. As the quantity of the food decreases so does the cooking time. Overcooking will cause the moisture content in the food to decrease and a fire could result. Never leave microwave unattended while in use.

Shape
Uniform sizes heat more evenly. The thin end of a drumstick will cook more quickly than the meaty end. To compensate for irregular shapes, place thin parts toward the center of the dish and thick pieces toward the edge.

Size
Thin pieces cook more quickly than thick pieces.

Starting Temperature
Foods that are at room temperature take less time to cook than if they are chilled, refrigerated or frozen.

Cooking Techniques

Piercing
Foods with skins or membranes must be pierced, scored or have a strip of skin peeled before cooking to allow steam to escape. Pierce clams, oysters, chicken livers, whole potatoes and whole vegetables. Whole apples or new potatoes should have a 1-inch strip of skin peeled before cooking. Score sausages and frankfurters. Do not Cook/Reheat whole eggs, with or without the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to explode, and possibly damage the oven or cause injury. Reheating SLICED hard-boiled eggs and cooking SCRAMBLED eggs is safe.

Browning
Foods will not have the same brown appearance as conventionally cooked foods or those foods which are cooked utilizing a browning feature. Meats and poultry may be coated with browning sauce, Worcestershire sauce, barbecue sauce or shake-on browning sauce. To use, combine browning sauce with melted butter or margarine and brush on before cooking. For quick breads or muffins, brown sugar can be used in the recipe in place of granulated sugar, or the surface can be sprinkled with dark spices before cooking.

Spacing
Individual foods, such as baked potatoes, cupcakes and appetizers, will cook more evenly if placed in the oven equal distances apart. When possible, arrange foods in a circular pattern.

Covering
As with conventional cooking, moisture evaporates during microwave cooking. Casserole lids or plastic wrap are used for a tighter seal. When using plastic wrap, vent the plastic wrap by folding back part of the plastic wrap from the edge of the dish to allow steam to escape. Loosen or remove plastic wrap as recipe directs for stand time. When removing plastic wrap covers, as well as any glass lids, be careful to remove them away from you to avoid steam burns. Various degrees of moisture retention are also obtained by using wax paper or paper towels.

Cooking Time
Cooking times will vary because of food shape variations, starting temperature, and regional preferences. Always cook food for the minimum cooking time given in a recipe and check for doneness. If the food is undercooked, continue cooking. It is easier to add time to an undercooked product. Once the food is overcooked, nothing can be done.

Stirring
Stirring is usually necessary during microwave cooking. Always bring the cooked outside edges toward the center and the less cooked center portions toward the outside of the dish.

Rearranging
Rearrange small items such as chicken pieces, shrimp, hamburger patties or pork chops. Rearrange pieces from the edge to the center and pieces from the center to the edge of the dish.

Turning
It is not possible to stir some foods to distribute the heat evenly. At times, microwave energy will concentrate in one area of the food. To help ensure even cooking, these foods need to be turned. Turn over large foods, such as roasts or turkeys, halfway through cooking.

Standing Time
Most foods will continue to cook by conduction after the microwave oven is turned off. After cooking meat, the internal temperature will rise 5°F to 15°F (3°C to 8°C), if allowed to stand, tented with foil, for 10 to 15 minutes. Casseroles and vegetables need a shorter amount of standing time, but this standing time is necessary to allow foods to complete cooking to the center without overcooking on the edges.

Test for Doneness
The same tests for doneness used in conventional cooking may be used for microwave cooking. Meat is done when fork-tender or splits at fibers. Chicken is done when juices are clear yellow and drumstick moves freely. Fish is done when it flakes and is opaque. Cake is done when a toothpick or cake tester is inserted and comes out clean.

Check foods to see that they are cooked to the United States Department of Agriculture's recommended temperatures.
To test for doneness, insert a meat thermometer in a thick or dense area away from fat or bone. NEVER leave the thermometer in the food during cooking, unless it is approved for microwave oven use.

Temp	Food
160°F	For fresh pork, ground meat, boneless white poultry, fish, seafood, egg dishes and frozen prepared food.
165°F	For leftover, ready-to-reheat refrigerated, and deli and carryout "fresh" food.
170°F	For white meat poultry.
180°F	For dark meat poultry.

Care and Cleaning of Your Device

Please see below for particular cleaning instructions for each section of the oven.

BEFORE CLEANING: Unplug oven at wall outlet. If outlet is inaccessible, leave oven door open while cleaning.

AFTER CLEANING: Be sure to place the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in the proper position and press Stop/Reset Button to clear the Display.

1. Outside oven surfaces: Clean with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into ventilation openings.
2. Label: Do not remove. Wipe with a damp cloth.
3. Inside the Oven: Wipe with a damp cloth after using. Mild detergent may be used if needed. Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives.
4. Oven Door: Wipe with a soft dry cloth when steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door. During cooking, especially under high humidity conditions, steam is given off from the food. (Some steam will condense on cooler surfaces, such as the oven door. This is normal.) Inside surface is covered with a heat and vapor barrier film. Do not remove.
5. Oven Cavity Floor: Clean the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent, water or window cleaner, and dry.
6. Wave Guide Cover: Do not remove Wave Guide Cover. It is important to keep cover clean in the same manner as the inside of the oven.
7. Control Panel: The Control Panel is covered with a removable protective film to prevent scratches during shipping. Small bubbles may appear under this film, so if this is the case, remove by applying masking or clear tape to an exposed corner and pull gently. If the Control Panel becomes wet, clean it with a soft dry cloth. Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives.
8. Glass Tray: Remove and wash in warm soapy water or in a dishwasher.
9. Roller Ring: Roller Ring may be washed in mild soapy water or dishwasher. These areas should be kept clean to avoid excessive noise.

IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE OVEN CLEAN AND DRY. FOOD RESIDUE AND CONDENSATION MAY CAUSE RUSTING OR ARCING AND DAMAGE TO THE OVEN. AFTER USE, WIPE DRY ALL SURFACES, INCLUDING VENT OPENINGS, OVEN SEAMS, AND UNDER GLASS TRAY.

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Parts Available to Order:
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Before Requesting Service

See below before calling for service, as most problems can easily be remedied by following these simple solutions:

The device causes TV interference	Some radio and TV interference might occur when you cook with the microwave oven. This interference is similar to the interference caused by small appliances such as mixers, vacuums, blow dryers, etc. It does not indicate a problem with your oven.
Steam accumulates on oven door and warm air comes from the oven vents.	During cooking, steam and warm air are given off from the food. Most of the steam and warm air are removed from the oven by the air which circulates in the oven cavity. However, some steam will condense on cooler surfaces such as the oven door. This is normal. After use, the oven should be wiped dry (see Care and Cleaning of Your Device).
The unit will not turn on	The oven is not plugged in securely or needs to be reset; remove plug from outlet, wait ten seconds and re-insert. Main circuit breaker or main fuse is tripped; reset main circuit breaker or replace main fuse. There is a problem with the outlet; plug another appliance into the outlet to check if it is working.
The unit will not start cooking	The door is not completely closed; close the oven door securely. Start was not pressed after programming; press Start. Another program is already entered into the oven; press Stop/Reset to cancel the previous program and enter new program. The program is not correct; program again according to the Operating Instructions. Stop/Reset has been pressed accidentally; program oven again.
The Glass Tray wobbles	The Glass Tray is not positioned properly on the Roller Ring or there is food under the Roller Ring; take out Glass Tray and Roller Ring. Wipe with a damp cloth and reset Roller Ring and Glass Tray properly.
When the oven is operating, there is noise coming from the Glass Tray.	The Roller Ring and oven bottom are dirty; clean these parts according to Care and Cleaning of Your Device.
Current time or " _ " appears in the display.	The CHILD SAFETY LOCK was activated by pressing Start three times; Deactivate CHILD SAFETY LOCK by pressing Stop/Reset three times.

Limited Warranty

Only for Canada

CONTACT INFORMATION
For product information and operation assistance, please contact our Support page:
www.panasonic.ca/english/support

Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

Specifications

Power Source	120 V~60 Hz
Power Consumption	12 Amps, 1,500 W
Cooking Power*	1000 W
Outside Dimensions (W x H x D)	20 15/64" x 12 3/32" x 15 9/32" (514 mm x 307 mm x 388 mm)
Oven Cavity Dimensions (W x H x D)	13 57/64" x 9 9/64" x 14 31/64" (353 mm x 232 mm x 368 mm)
Operating Frequency	2,450 MHz
Net Weight	Approx. 33.1 lbs (15 kg)

*IEC Test procedure
Specifications subject to change without notice.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

1. DO NOT attempt to operate this oven with the door open, since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
2. DO NOT place any object between the oven front face and the door, or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
3. DO NOT operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularlyimportant that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:
   1. door (bent),
   2. hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
   3. door seals and sealing surfaces.
4. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER", "WARNING" or "CAUTION". These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

You can be exposed to a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven
Your microwave oven is a cooking appliance and you should use as much care as you use with a stove or any other cooking appliance.
When using this electric appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

1. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific "PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY," above.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS".
4. As with any cooking appliance, DO NOT leave oven unattended while in use.
5. Locate this appliance only in accordance with the installation instructions.
6. DO NOT cover or block any openings on this appliance.
7. DO NOT store this appliance outdoors. DO NOT use this product near water (for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool or similar locations).
8. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. DO NOT use corrosive chemicals, vapors or non-food products in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat or cook food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use. The use of corrosive chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the appliance and may result in radiation leaks.
9. When cleaning surfaces of the door and oven that come together on closing the door, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
10. DO NOT allow children to use this appliance, unless closely supervised by an adult. DO NOT assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he/she can cook everything.
11. DO NOT operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
12. DO NOT immerse cord or plug in water.
13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
14. DO NOT let cord hang over edge of a table or counter.
15. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair or adjustment.
16. Some products such as whole eggs, with or without shell, narrow neck bottles and sealed containers (for example, closed glass jars) may explode and should not be heated in this oven.
17. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
    1. DO NOT overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
    2. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.
    3. If material inside the oven ignites, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
    4. DO NOT use the cavity for storage purposes. DO NOT leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the cavity when not in use.
18. Superheated Liquids: Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without showing evidence (or signs) of boiling. Visible bubbling is not always present when the container is removed from the microwave oven. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
    1. STIR THE LIQUID BOTH BEFORE AND HALFWAY THROUGH HEATING.
    2. DO NOT heat water and oil, or fats together. The film of oil will trap steam, and may cause a violent eruption.
    3. DO NOT use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
    4. After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.
19. DO NOT cook directly on the turntable. It can crack, and cause injury or damage to the oven.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Safety Precautions

TO AVOID THE RISK OF SHOCK:
DO NOT remove outer panel from oven. Repairs must be done only by a qualified service person.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF EXPOSURE TO MICROWAVE ENERGY:
DO NOT tamper with, or make any adjustments or repairs to Door, Control Panel Frame, Safety Interlock Switches, or any other part of the oven. Microwave leakage may result.

TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE:

1. 
   DO NOT operate the microwave oven empty or use metal containers. When using the microwave oven without water or food, microwave energy cannot be absorbed and will continuously reflect throughout the cavity. This will cause arcing and damage the oven cavity, door or other components, which can lead to a fire hazard.
   
2. DO NOT store flammable materials next to, on top of, or in the oven.
3. DO NOT dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven, or use newspaper or paper bags for cooking.
   
4. DO NOT hit or strike Control Panel. Damage to controls may occur.
5. DO NOT use recycled paper products unless the paper product is labeled as safe for microwave oven use. Recycled paper products may contain impurities, which may cause sparking.

TO AVOID THE RISK OF SCALDING:
POT HOLDERS should always be used when removing items from the oven. Heat is transferred from the HOT food to the cooking container and from the container to the Glass Tray. The Glass Tray can also be very HOT after removing the cooking container from the oven.

Glass Tray

1. DO NOT operate the oven without the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in place.
2. DO NOT operate the oven without the Glass Tray fully engaged on the drive hub. Improper cooking or damage to the oven could result. Verify that the Glass Tray is properly engaged and rotating by observing its rotation when you press Start.
   Note: The Glass Tray can turn in either direction.
3. Use only the Glass Tray specifically designed for this oven. DO NOT substitute any other glass tray.
4. If the Glass Tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water.
5. DO NOT cook directly on the Glass Tray. Always place food in a microwave safe dish, or on a rack set in a microwave safe dish.
6. If food or utensil on the Glass Tray touches oven walls, causing the tray to stop moving, the tray will automatically rotate in the opposite direction.

Roller Ring

1. The Roller Ring and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to prevent excessive noise.
2. Always replace the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in their proper positions.
3. The Roller Ring must always be used for cooking along with the Glass Tray.

For proper use of your oven, read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions.

Installation

Examine Your Device

Unpack oven, remove all packing material and examine the oven for any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify dealer immediately if oven is damaged. DO NOT install if oven is damaged.

Placement of the Unit

1. The oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface. Place the front surface of the door 3 inches (7.6 cm) or more from the counter top edge to avoid accidental tipping of the microwave oven during normal use. For proper operation, the oven must have sufficient airflow. Allow 4 inches (10.16cm) of space between oven top, sides, rear and adjacent surfaces.
   
   1. DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat and be damaged.
   2. DO NOT place oven near a hot, damp surface such as a gas or electric range, sink, or dishwasher.
   3. DO NOT operate oven when room humidity is excessive.
2. This oven is manufactured for household use only. It is not approved or tested for mobile vehicle, marine, or commercial use.

Installation

DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat. If the oven overheats, a thermal safety device will turn the oven off. The oven will remain inoperable until it has cooled.

Grounding Instructions

Grounding Instructions

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED.
In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug.
The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

IMPROPER USE OF THE GROUNDING PLUG CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a three-wire extension cord that has a three-prong polarized grounding plug, and a three-slot receptacle that will accept the plug of the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord should be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.

• Plug into properly installed and grounded three-prong outlet.
• DO NOT remove ground prong.
• DO NOT use an adapter.

Power Supply

1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. DO NOT let cord hang over edge of a table or counter.
3. If a long cord or extension cord is used,
   1. the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance,
   2. the extension cord must be a grounding-type three-wire cord, and
   3. the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.

Wiring Requirements

1. The oven must be operated on a DEDICATED CIRCUIT. No other appliance should share the circuit with the microwave oven. If it does, the branch circuit fuse may blow or the circuit breaker may trip.
2. The oven must be plugged into at least a 20 A, 120 V, 60 Hz GROUNDED OUTLET. Where a standard two-prong outlet is encountered, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the consumer to have it replaced with a properly grounded threeprong outlet.
3. The VOLTAGE used must be the same as specified on this microwave oven (120 V, 60 Hz).
   Using a higher voltage is dangerous and may result in a fire or oven damage. Using a lower voltage will cause slow cooking. Panasonic is NOT responsible for any damages resulting from the use of the oven with any voltage other than specified.

TV / RADIO / WIRELESS EQUIPMENT INTERFERENCE

This product can radiate radio frequency energy, which could cause interference to such products as radio, TV, baby monitor, cordless phone, Bluetooth, wireless router, etc., which can be confirmed by turning this product off and on. If present, the user is encouraged to try to correct by taking one or more of the following countermeasures:

1. Increase the spacing distance between the microwave oven and other product receiving the interference.
2. If possible, use a properly installed receiver antenna and/or reorient the receiving antenna of the other product receiving the interference.
3. Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet from the other product receiving the interference.
4. Clean door and sealing surfaces of the oven. (See Care and Cleaning of Your Device)

For assistance, please contact us via the web at:
http://www.panasonic.ca/english/support (Canada only)

Documents / Resources

References

• Panasonic - Official Consumer Product Support

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