Operating Instructions and Cook Book

Microwave Oven
For home use

Models No. NN-ST253W

NN-ST253B

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this
manual for future use.
We are glad you have chosen to purchase a PANASONIC microwave oven. Before operating this
oven, please read these instructions carefully and completely, and keep them for further reference.

If you have never used a microwave oven before, you will realise that a microwave oven uses a
totally different method of converting energy into heat. This requires an understanding of what
exactly happens to food when placed in the oven. This is explained in the following pages.
After reading the introductory chapter, I am sure you will be able to master the basic technique and
thereby develop a firm understanding of your new oven. This book includes recipes from starters to
desserts. After trying our recipes be sure to adapt your favourite recipes to microwave methods.

Start experimenting now, and enjoy the first class results you will achieve by using your new
microwave oven.

Panasonic Australia Pty Ltd

1 Innovation Road
Macquarie Park
NSW 2113

The serial number of this product may be found MODEL NUMBER

on the Identification Plate (see page 6). You
should note the model number and serial
SERIAL NUMBER
number of this oven in the space provided and
retain this book as a permanent record of your
purchase for future reference. DATE OF PURCHASE
 Contents

Safety Instructions / Microwaves and How They Work 2-3

Installation and General Instructions 4
Cookware and Utensils Guide 5
Feature Diagram 6
Control Panels 7
General Guidelines 8-9
Containers to use 10-11
Setting The Clock / Timer / Child safety lock 12
Microwave Cooking and Defrosting 13
Auto Weight Defrost 14
Defrosting Guidelines 15
Defrosting Charts 16
Auto Weight Reheat / Cook Programs 17-18
Cooking and reheating Guidelines 19
Reheating Charts 20-21
Cooking Charts 22-24
Soup and Snacks 25
Meat and Poultry 26-27
Fish 28
Vegetables 29
Desserts / Cakes 30-31
Sauces 32
Panasonic Warranty (Australia) 33
Panasonic Warranty (New Zealand) 34
Before Requesting Service 35
Care of your Microwave Oven 36
Technical Specifications 37

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 Safety Instructions
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Precautions to be taken when using Important Instructions
Microwave Ovens for Heating WARNING — To reduce the risk of burns,
foodstuffs electric shock, fire, injury to persons or
INSPECTION FOR DAMAGE. A microwave excessive microwave energy:
oven should only be used if an inspection 1. Read all instructions before using the
confirms all of the following conditions: microwave oven.
1. The door fits squarely and securely and 2. Some products such as whole eggs and
opens and closes smoothly. sealed containers - (for example, closed
2. The door hinges are in good condition. glass jars and sealed baby bottles with
3. The metal plates of a metal seal on the door teat) - may explode and should not be
are neither buckled nor deformed. heated in the microwave oven.
4. The door seals are neither covered with 3. Use this microwave oven only for its
food nor have large burn marks. intended use as described in this manual.
4. As with any appliance, close supervision is
PRECAUTIONS. Microwave radiation from
necessary when used by children.
microwave ovens can cause harmful effects if
5. Do not operate this microwave oven if it is
the following precautions are not taken:
not working properly or if it has been
1. Never tamper with or deactivate the
damaged or dropped.
interlocking devices on the door.
6. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
2. Never poke an object, particularly a metal
(a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
object, through a grille or between the door
microwave oven if paper, plastic, or
and the oven while the oven is operating.
other combustible materials are placed
3. Never place saucepans, unopened cans or
inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
other heavy metal objects in the oven.
(b) Heating therapeutic wheat bags is not
4. Do not let other metallic articles, e.g., fast
recommended. If heating, do not leave
food foil containers, touch the side of the
unattended and follow manufacturers’
oven.
instructions carefully.
5. Clean the oven cavity, the door and the
(c) Remove wire twist-ties from bags before
seals with water and a mild detergent at
placing bag in oven.
regular intervals. Never use any form of
(d) If materials inside the oven should
abrasive cleaner that may scratch or scour
ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven
surfaces around the door.
off at the wall switch, or shut off power
6. Always use the oven with trays or cookware
at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
recommended by the manufacturer.
(e) Never leave microwave unattended
7. Never operate the oven without a load (i.e.,
while cooking or reheating.
an absorbing material such as food or
7. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean
water) in the oven cavity unless specifically
condition could lead to deterioration of the
allowed in the manufacturer’s literature.
surface that could adversely affect the life of
8. For horizontally hinged doors, never rest
the appliance and possibly result in a
heavy objects such as food containers on
hazardous situation.
the door while it is open.
8. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.
9. Do not place sealed containers in
9. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
microwave ovens. Baby bottles fitted with a
10. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
screw cap or a teat are considered to be
11. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or
sealed containers.
counter.
10. This appliance is not intended for use by
12. Do not remove outer panel from oven.
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
11. Young children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.

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Earthing Instructions
This microwave oven must be earthed. In the WARNING
a) The door seals and door seal areas should be
event of an electrical short circuit, earthing
reduces the risk of electric shock by providing cleaned with a damp cloth. The appliance
an escape wire for the electric current. This should be inspected for damage to the door
microwave oven is equipped with a cord having seals and door seal areas and if these areas
an earthing wire with an earthing plug. The plug are damaged the appliance should not be
must be plugged into an outlet that is properly operated until it has been repaired by a qualified
installed and earthed. service technician trained by the manufacturer.
WARNING — Improper use of the earthing plug b) It is hazardous for anyone other than a
can result in a risk of electric shock. competent person to carry out any service
WE CERTIFY THAT THIS MICROWAVE or repair operation that involves the removal
OVEN HAS BEEN INSPECTED AND of a cover which gives protection against
COMPLIES WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF exposure to microwave energy.
REGULATION 3, SUBCLAUSE(2), OF THE c) If the supply cord of this appliance is
MICROWAVE OVENS REGULATIONS 1982. damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified
(This statement applicable only to New Zealand.) service technician with the special cord
available only from the manufacturer.
We certify that this microwave oven has been d) Before use, the user should check that
inspected and complies with the safety whether the utensils are suitable for use in
requirements of government notice 466 of microwave ovens.
March 1981, and complies with the Radio e) Liquids or other foods must not be heated in
Regulation of government notice 587 of March sealed containers since they are liable to
1986. explode.
(This statement applicable only to South Africa.) f) Only allow children to use the oven without
supervision when adequate instructions
have been given so that the child is able to
use the oven in a safe way and understands
the hazards of improper use.

Microwaves and How They Work

Microwaves are a form of high frequency radio Reflection:
waves similar to those used by a radio, including Metal substances REFLECT microwave energy
AM, FM and CB. They are similar to a television and because there is no absorption, there is no
where the radio waves are converted to a picture heating. This is why the oven interior is either
on the screen. However, microwaves are much stainless steel or epoxy-coated steel. This
shorter than radio waves; approximately twelve ensures that the microwaves are kept inside the
centimetres wave length. Electricity is converted cavity and evenly distributed throughout the
into microwave energy by the magnetron tube food with the help of the turntable.
(which is the heart of the microwave oven).
From the magnetron tube, microwave energy is
Transmission:
Such substances as paper, glass and plastic
transmitted to the oven cavity through a small
TRANSMIT microwave energy and do not become
plastic covered piece. The microwaves are
hot except from food. Because these substances
converted to heat in the food. The microwaves
do not reflect or absorb microwave energy, they are
enter from the outside of the food and travel
ideal materials for microwave cooking containers.
through the food losing half of their power every
two to three centimetres. Continued cooking to Absorption:
the centre occurs by conduction. Food contains moisture and will ABSORB
Although pacemakers used to be affected by microwave energy, which causes the moisture
microwaves (as well as by other radio waves), molecules within the food to vibrate at an
they are now shielded and are not bothered by incredible rate (2,450,000,000 times per second).
these interferences. This allows people with Friction, created by the vibration, produces heat
pacemakers to sit calmly by their radio or energy which is conducted throughout the food.
television and cook with microwave ovens. Circuits
When microwaves come in contact with a Your microwave oven should be operated on a
substance, any one or combination of three separate 10 A circuit from other appliances.
things may occur. Failure to do this may cause the power board
They can be: fuse to blow, and/or food to cook slower. Do not
1. REFLECTED insert higher value fuse in the power board.
2. TRANSMITTED
3. ABSORBED 3
 Installation and General Instructions
General Use Food
1. In order to maintain high quality, do not operate 1. Do not use your oven for home canning or the
the oven when empty. The microwave energy heating of any closed jar. Pressure will build up
will reflect continuously throughout the oven if and the jar may explode. In addition, the
no food or water is present to absorb energy. microwave oven cannot maintain the food at the
This can lead to damage to the microwave correct canning temperature. Improperly canned
oven including arcing within the oven cavity. food may spoil and be dangerous to consume.
2. If smoke is observed, press the STOP/RESET 2. Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your
Pad and leave door closed in order to stifle any microwave oven.
flames. Disconnect the power cord, and/or shut 3. Do not boil eggs in their shell and whole
off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. hard-boiled eggs (unless otherwise stated in
3. Do not dry clothes, newspapers or other Cooking Guide section). Pressure will build
materials in oven. They may catch on fire. up and the eggs will explode.
4. Do not use recycled paper products, unless the 4. Potatoes, apples, egg yolks, chicken wings,
paper product is labelled as safe for microwave oven whole squash and sausages are examples of
use. Recycled paper products may contain impurities foods with nonporous skins. This type of food
which may cause sparks and/or fires when used. must be pierced before cooking, to prevent
5. Do not use newspapers or paper bags for cooking. bursting.
6. Do not hit or strike the Control Panel. 5. When heating liquids, e.g. soup, sauces and
Damage to controls may occur. beverages, in your microwave oven, overheating
7. POT HOLDERS may be needed as heat from food is the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without
transferred to the cooking container and from the evidence of bubbling. This could result in a
container to the Glass Tray. The GlassTray can be very sudden boil over of hot liquid. To prevent this
hot after removing the cooking container from the oven. possibility the following steps should be taken:
8. Do not store flammable materials next to, on a) Avoid using straight-sided containers
top of, or in the oven. It could be a fire hazard. with narrow necks.
9. Do not cook food directly on Glass Tray b) Do not overheat.
unless indicated in recipes. (Food should be c) Stir the liquid before placing the container in
placed in a suitable cooking utensil.) the oven and halfway through cooking time.
10. DO NOT use this oven to heat chemicals or other d) After heating, allow to stand in the oven
non-food products. DO NOT clean this oven with for a short time, stirring again before
any product that is labelled as containing corrosive carefully removing the container.
chemicals. The heating of corrosive chemicals in 6. DO NOT USE A CONVENTIONAL MEAT
this oven may cause microwave radiation leaks. THERMOMETER IN THE MICROWAVE
11. Do not leave the microwave unattended while OVEN. To check the degree of cooking of
reheating or cooking food in disposable containers roasts and poultry use a MICROWAVE
made of plastic, paper or other combustible materials, THERMOMETER. Alternatively, a conventional
as these types of containers can ignite if overheated. meat thermometer may be used after the food
12. Appliances are not intended to be operated by means is removed from the oven. If undercooked,
of an external timer or separate remote-control system. return meat or poultry to the oven and cook for
Placement of Oven a few more minutes at the recommended
1. The oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface, power level. It is important to ensure that meat
more than 85 cm above the floor. For correct and poultry are thoroughly cooked.
operation, the oven must have sufficient air flow. 7. COOKING TIMES given in the Cooking Guide
Allow 15 cm of space on the top of the oven, 10 cm section are APPROXIMATE. Factors that may
at the back, and 5 cm on both sides. If one side of affect cooking time are preferred degree of
the oven is placed flush to wall, the other side or moisture content, starting temperature, altitude,
top must not be blocked. Do not remove feet. volume, size, shape of food and utensils used.
a. Do not block air vents. If they are blocked As you become familiar with the oven, you will be
during operation, the oven may be overheated able to adjust for these factors.
and damaged. When using any cloth over the 8. It is better to UNDERCOOK RATHER THAN
oven, the air intake and exhaust should not OVERCOOK foods. If food is undercooked, it can
be blocked. Also allow sufficient space on always be returned to the oven for further cooking.
back and both sides of the oven. If food is overcooked, nothing can be done. Always
b. Do not place oven near a hot or damp surface start with minimum cooking times recommended.
such as a gas stove, electric range or sink etc. 9. Extreme care should be taken when cooking
c. Do not operate oven when room humidity is too high. popcorn in a microwave oven. Cook for minimum
2. This oven was manufactured for household use only. time as recommended by manufacturer. Use the
3. The appliance is freestanding type and shall directions suitable for the wattage of your
not be placed in a cabinet. microwave oven. NEVER leave oven unattended
4. This appliance is intended to be used in when popping popcorn.
household and similar applications such as: 10. When heating food in plastic or paper containers,
•• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and check the oven frequently due to the possibility of
other working environments; ignition.
•• farm houses; 11. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food
•• by clients in hotels, motels and other jars are to be stirred or shaken and the
residential environments; temperature is to be checked before
•• bed and breakfast type environments. consumption, in order to avoid burns.
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 Cookware and Utensils Guide
It is important to use the correct container when Cooking Bags designed to withstand boiling,
cooking in a microwave oven. The following will freezing, or conventional heating are microwave
help you make the right selection. safe. Prepare bags according to manufacturer’s
directions. When cooking by microwave, DO
How to Test a Container for Safe NOT use wire twist-ties to close bag. They can
Microwave Oven Use act as an antenna and cause arcing (sparks).
TO TEST A CONTAINER FOR SAFE DO NOT COOK IN PLASTIC FOOD STORAGE BAGS.
MICROWAVE OVEN USE: Fill a 1-cup glass Plastic Wrap such as GLAD WRAP® can be
measure with cool water and place it in the used to cover dishes in most recipes. Over an
microwave oven alongside the empty container to extended heating time, some disfiguration of the
be tested; heat one (1) minute at High. If the wrap may occur. When removing plastic wrap
container is microwave ovensafe (transparent to “covers”, as well as any glass lid, be careful to
microwave energy), the container should remain remove it away from you to avoid steam burns.
comfortably cool, the water in glass measure should Loosen plastic but let dish stand, covered.
be hot. If the container is hot, it has absorbed some Jars and Bottles
microwave energy and should NOT be used. This Jars and bottles can be used to warm food to
test cannot be used for plastic containers. serving temperature, if the lid is removed first.
Paper Products and Freezer Wrap Cooking should not be done in these containers
Waxed paper, paper plates, cups and napkins since most are not heat resistant and during
should not be used for heating or cooking food. extended heating times, heat from food would
Freezer wrap should not be used as it is not heat cause cracking or breaking.
resistant and may melt. Paper towel, greaseproof Metal
paper and bake paper may be safely used for Metal cookware or utensils, or those with
short periods of time for covering or lining. metallic trim, should NOT be used in the
Glass, Ceramic and China microwave. Since microwave energy is reflected
Heat-Resistant glass cookware is invaluable in by metal, foods in metal containers will not cook
microwave cooking. Many of these items are readily evenly. There is also a possibility of “arcing”.
available in most homes: glass jugs, mixing bowls, loaf Although metal utensils should be avoided in
dishes, covered casseroles, oblong baking dishes, pie microwave cooking, some metal can be helpful
plates and round or square cake dishes. Examples of when used correctly.
this type of cookware are Pyrex® and Corningware®. Aluminum foil can be used safely, if certain
guidelines are followed, to prevent overcooking.
Dinnerware can be used for microwave heating. Small pieces of foil are used to shield areas
Many brands of dinnerware are microwave safe. such as chicken wings, tips of roasts, or other
Check the care information for reference to thin parts that cook before the rest of the recipe
microwave use for dinnerware and serving is finished. Make sure foil is attached securely
pieces. If dinnerware is marked ovenproof, it and doesn’t touch sides of oven, otherwise
frequently is safe to use in the microwave oven. arcing may occur. Foil lined containers, either
However, to be sure, check by conducting cardboard or plastic, should NOT be used in the
microwave dish test previously mentioned. microwave oven as arcing could occur.
Several types of glassware and dinnerware are not Metal twist-ties, either paper or plastic coated,
recommended for use in the microwave oven. Do not should NOT be used in the microwave oven. Frozen
use dishes with metallic trim or containers with metal dinner trays can be used in the microwave, if the
parts. Do not use cups or mugs with glued on handles, container is no deeper than 2 cm and is filled with
as they may fall off with continued heating. Do not use food. Metal skewers can not be used in microwave
delicate glassware. Although the glassware may be ovens as arcing may occur. Wooden skewers are
transparent to microwave energy the heat from the readily available and give the same result.
food may cause the glassware to crack. Shells: Scalloped baking shells are best used
Plastics during reheating and for short periods of
Plastic dishes, cups and some freezer cooking time only.
containers should be used with care in a Thermometers are available for use in
microwave oven. Choose plastic containers microwave ovens. DO NOT USE
carefully, as some plastic containers may become CONVENTIONAL MERCURY TYPE CANDY
soft, melt and may scorch. The majority of plastic OR MEAT THERMOMETERS in food while
dishes, even those designed for use in the cooking in the microwave oven.
microwave oven, are not suitable for cooking foods
with high fat or sugar content, or for lengthy cooking Straw, Wicker and Wood
times. Most microwave plastic dishes should not be Straw and wicker baskets may be used in the
used for longer than 3 to 5 minutes on High power. microwave oven for short periods of time to warm
These dishes, although not suitable for extended rolls or bread. Large wooden utensils, such as
cooking, may be used successfully for defrosting or bowls or cutting boards should NOT be used for
for use on lower power levels. prolonged heating as the microwave energy may
cause the wood to become dry and brittle.
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 Feature Diagram
Glass Tray
1. Do not operate the oven without the Roller Ring and Glass Tray in place.
2. Only use the Glass Tray specifically designed for this oven. Do not substitute another Glass Tray.
3. If Glass Tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water.
4. Do not cook directly on Glass Tray. Always place food on a microwave-safe dish, or on a rack
set in a microwave-safe dish.
5. If food or utensil on Glass Tray touches oven walls, causing the tray to stop moving, the tray
will automatically rotate in opposite direction. This is normal.
6. Glass Tray can rotate in either direction.
Identification Plate Control Panel
The model number •• The control panels are
and serial number covered with removable
are displayed here. protective film to prevent
scratches during shipping.
Small bubbles may appear
under this film. When this
happens, remove film
Oven Air Vents Internal  carefully.
Air Vents (Hint - apply masking or clear
Oven Window with tape to an exposed corner and
Vapor Barrier Film pull gently to remove.)
(do not remove)
Display
Window
Caution 
Label Power Supply
Plug
Power Supply
Cord
Door Safety
Internal  Waveguide Cover Lock System
Air Vents Do not remove. It is not packaging
Door Safety  material and must remain in place.
Lock System Roller Ring
1. The Roller Ring and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to prevent
excessive noise and scratching of painted surface.
2. The Roller Ring must always be used together with the Glass Tray for cooking.

Door Release Pad

Push to open the door
Opening the door during cooking will stop the
cooking process without cancelling the
program.
NOTE: Cooking resumes as soon as the door is
The above illustration is for reference only. closed and Start is pressed.
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 Control Panels

(1) Display Window

(2) Microwave Power Levels
(1)
(3) Time Pads
(4) Auto Weight Reheat Programs
(5) Auto Weight Cook Programs
(2) (6) Auto Weight Defrost Pad
(3) (7) Timer / Clock Pad
(8) Weight Selection Pads
(4) (6) (9) Stop/Cancel Pad:
Before Cooking:
(5)
one press clears your instructions.
(7) During Cooking:
(8) one press temporarily stops the cooking
program. Another press cancels all your
instructions and the time of day will
appear in the display.
(10) Start Pad
(11) Door Release Pad

(9) *The Design of your control panel may vary

(10) from the panel displayed (depending on
colour), but the function of the pads are the
same.

(11)

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 General Guidelines
General Guidelines
STANDING TIME DENSITY
Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and Porous airy foods heat more quickly than dense
cakes, require standing time (inside or outside heavy foods.
of the oven) after cooking, to allow heat to finish
conducting to cook the centre completely. Wrap CLING FILM
meat joints and jacket potatoes in aluminium Cling film helps keep the food moist and the
foil while standing. Meat joints need approx. 10- trapped steam assists in speeding up cooking
15 minutes, jacket potatoes 5 minutes. Other times. Pierce before cooking to allow excess
foods such as plated meals, vegetables, fish steam to escape. Always take care when
etc require 2-5 minutes standing. If food is not removing cling film from a dish as the build-up
cooked after standing time, return to the oven of steam will be very hot.
and cook for additional time. After defrosting
food, standing time should also be allowed. See
pages 17-19. PIERCING

QUANTITY

The skin or membrane on some foods will

Small quantities cook faster than large cause steam to build up during cooking. These
quantities, also small meals will reheat more foods must be pierced or a strip of skin should
quickly than large portions. be peeled off before cooking to allow the steam
to escape. Eggs, potatoes, apples, sausages
etc, will all need to be pierced before cooking.
SPACING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BOIL EGGS IN THEIR
SHELLS.

COVERING

Foods cook more quickly and evenly if spaced

apart. NEVER pile foods on top of each other.

MOISTURE CONTENT Cover foods with microwave cling film or a lid.

Many fresh foods e.g. vegetables and fruit, vary Cover fish, vegetables, casseroles, soups. Do
in their moisture content throughout the season, not cover cakes, sauces, jacket potatoes or
particularly jacket potatoes. For this reason pastry items.
cooking times may have to be adjusted. Dry
ingredients e.g. rice, pasta, can dry out during
storage so cooking times may differ.
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 General Guidelines
General Guidelines
SHAPE ARRANGING
Even shapes cook evenly. Food cooks better Individual foods e.g. chicken portions or chops,
by microwave when in a round container rather should be placed on a dish so that the thicker
than square. parts are towards the outside.
CHECKING FOOD

STARTING TEMPERATURE
The colder the food, the longer it takes to heat It is essential that food is checked during and
up. Food from a fridge takes longer to reheat after a recommended cooking time, even if an
than food at room temperature. Food AUTO PROGRAM has been used (just as you
temperature should be between 5 and 8°C would check food cooked in a conventional
before cooking. oven). Return the food to the oven for further
cooking if necessary.

LIQUIDS
All liquids must be stirred before, during and DISH SIZE
after heating. Water especially must be stirred Follow the dish sizes given in the recipes, as
before and during heating, to avoid eruption. these affect the cooking and reheating times. A
Do not heat liquids that have previously been quantity of food spread in a bigger dish cooks
boiled. DO NOT OVERHEAT. and reheats more quickly.

CLEANING
TURNING AND STIRRING
As microwaves work on food particles, keep
Some foods require stirring during cooking. your oven clean at all times. Stubborn spots of
Meat and poultry should be turned after half the food can be removed by using a branded
cooking time. microwave spray cleaner, sprayed onto a soft
cloth. Always wipe the oven dry after cleaning.

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 Containers
Containers to
to use
use
Choosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the success or failure of your
cooking.

Testing Dishes for Suitability

When unsure that a cooking Result
container is suitable for use in If the dish is suitable for micro-
your microwave, check by the waving, it will remain cool,
following test: whilst the water in the jug will
1. Fill a microwave safe begin to feel warm. If the
measuring jug with 300ml testing dish feels warm, do not
(1⁄2pt) cold water. use as it is obviously
2. Place it on the turntable absorbing microwave energy.
alongside the dish to be
N.B. This test does not apply
tested. If the dish you are
to plastic or metal based
testing is a large dish, then
containers e.g. Le Creuset®
stand the measuring jug on
style dishes, which should not
top of the empty dish.
be used as they are cast iron
3. Heat on HIGH power for covered with enamel.
1 minute.

Quick Check Guide to Cooking Utensils

OVEN GLASS POTTERY, EARTHENWARE,
STONEWARE
Glass that is heat
resistant e.g. Pyrex®, Only use if completely
is ideal. glazed. Do not use if
Do not use delicate partially glazed or
glass which may crack unglazed, as they are
due to the heat from able to absorb water
the food. Do not use which will absorb
lead crystal which may microwave energy,
crack or arc. making the container
very hot and slowing
food.
CHINA AND CERAMIC
FOIL/METAL CONTAINERS
Glazed china plates,
NEVER ATTEMPT TO
saucers, bowls, mugs
COOK IN FOIL OR
and cups can be used
METAL containers –
if they are heat
the microwaves cannot
resistant. Porcelain
pass through and the
and ceramic are also
food will not heat
ideal. Fine bone china
evenly – this may also
should only be used
damage your oven.
for reheating for short
Use wooden kebab
periods, otherwise the change in temperature
sticks instead of metal skewers.
may crack the dish or craze the finish. Do not
use dishes with a metal rim or pattern. Do not
use jugs or mugs with glued handles, since the
glue can melt in a microwave.

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 Containers to use
Containers to use
PLASTIC
Many plastic containers are designed for
 
microwave use. Only use Tupperware®
our containers if they are designed for microwave
use. Do not use Melamine as it will scorch. Do
not use plastic for cooking foods high in sugar or
fat or foods that require long cooking times e.g.
brown rice. Never cook in margarine containers
cro- or yogurt pots, as these will melt with the heat
from the food.
will

not PAPER

gy.
Plain white kitchen paper (kitchen towel) can
be used for covering blind pastry cases and for
ply covering bacon to prevent splattering ONLY
® USE FOR SHORT COOKING TIMES. NEVER
not RE-USE A PIECE OF KITCHEN TOWEL. Avoid
on kitchen paper containing manmade fibres.
Check that branded re-cycled kitchen towel is
recommended for microwave use. Do not use
waxed or plastic coated cups as the finish may
melt in the oven. Greaseproof paper can be
used to line the base of dishes and to cover
fatty foods. White paper plates can be used for
SHORT REHEATING TIMES.
ely
if WICKER, WOOD, STRAW BASKETS

are Do not use these items in your microwave.
er With continued use and with prolonged
exposure they will crack and could ignite. Do
er
not use wooden dishes in your microwave.
ng CLING FILM
Use microwave cling film to cover food that is
to be reheated, or cooked, taking care to avoid
TO the film being in direct contact with the food.
– ALUMINIUM FOIL
nnot
he Small amounts of smooth aluminium foil can be
used to SHIELD joints of meat during
lso defrosting and cooking. As the microwaves
cannot pass through the foil this prevents the
shielded parts from overcooking or
overdefrosting. The foil must not touch the
sides or roof of the oven, as this may cause
arching and damage your oven.
ROASTING BAGS
These are useful when slit up one side to tent a
joint of meat when roasting by power and time.
Do not use the metal twists supplied.

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 Setting The Clock
When the oven is first plugged in “88.88” appears in display window
eg. 11.25pm
Press eleven times Press five times
(to set hours) (to set 1 mins.)

Press twice
(to set 10 mins.)
• Press Timer/Clock • Press Time Pads - Enter time of day by pressing • Press Timer/
Pad twice. A dot appropriate Time pads. The time appears in the Clock Pad.
starts blinking. display. If the pad (10 min / 1 min / 10 sec) is The time of day
pressed and held, the time will increase rapidly. is entered.

Note:
1. To reset time of day, repeat step 1 through to step 3.
2. The clock will keep the time of day as long as the oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied.
3. This is a 12 hour clock, ie 2pm = 2:00 not 14:00. The oven will not function if a 24 hour clock is
set.

Timer
This feature operates as a minute timer. During operation there is no microwave energy.

• Press Timer/Clock Pad • Set desired time. Maximum time • Press Start. The time
once. Display is blank. is 90 minutes. in the display will
count down.

Child safety lock

Using this system will make the oven controls inoperable; however, the door can be opened. Child
Lock can be set when the display shows a dot or the time of day.
To Set: To Cancel:

• Press Start Pad three times. • Press Stop/Cancel Pad three times.
The time of day will disappear. Actual time will The time of day will re-appear in the display.
not be lost. ‘L’ is indicated in the display.

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 Microwave Cooking and Defrosting
The glass turntable must always be in position when using the oven.

Wattage
1 Press High 800 Watts
2 Presses Defrost 270 Watts
3 Presses Medium 700 Watts
4 Presses Low 520 Watts
5 Presses Warm 200 Watts

• Press the microwave • Select cooking time by pressing • Press Start.

power pad. Select desired appropriate pads. Your oven can The cooking
power level. An indicator be programmed for up to 90 program will
light appears next to the minutes in Medium, Low, Warm start and the
and Defrost power. High power time in the
selected power level.
can be programmed for 30 display will
minutes. count down.

Note: For defrosting times please refer to defrost chart on page 16.

Multi-Stage Cooking
The oven has 2 stage cooking, so you can program up to 2 different instructions and the oven will
switch automatically from power to power (Repeat steps 1 and 2 above but only press Start after
both stages have been entered).

Note:
1. Timer Pad can not be programmed in multi-stage cooking.
2. Auto Weight / Defrost Pad can not be programmed.

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 Auto Weight Defrost
This feature allows you to defrost bread, meat items and joints of meat automatically once you
have entered in the weight of the food.

• Select desired program. • Set Weight using the Up and • Press Start.
Press the pad once to Down pads. If the up / down pad Remember to stir
select bread, twice to is pressed and held, the weight or turn the food
select meat items and 3 will increase / decrease rapidly. during defrosting.
times to select meat joints.
The program number will
appear in the display.

Program Weight Range Suitable Foods

1 Bread 100g - 600g Rolls, buns, slices of bread and loaves.

2 Meat Items 200g - 1000g Chicken portions, chops, mince.

3 Meat Joints 600g - 1600g Whole chicken, meat joints

Bread
This program is suitable for small items which are required for immediate use, they may feel warm
straight after defrosting. Loaves can also be defrosted on this program but these will require
standing time to allow the centre to thaw out. Standing time can be shortened if slices are
separated and buns and loaves cut in half. Items should be turned halfway during defrosting. THIS
PROGRAM IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CREAM CAKES OR DESSERTS e.g. cheesecake. See
defrosting charts on page 16 for standing times.

Meat Items (mince/chops/chicken portions)

It is necessary for mince to be broken up frequently during defrosting and this is best carried out in
a large shallow dish.
THIS PROGRAM IS NOT SUITABLE FOR SAUSAGES, these can be defrosted manually using
Defrost power and time. Chops and chicken portions should be arranged in a single layer and
turned frequently during defrosting. See defrosting charts on page 16 for standing times.

Meat Joints / Whole Chickens

Whole chickens and meat joints will require shielding during defrosting especially if it is a
particularly fatty piece. This is to prevent food starting to cook on the outside edges. Protect wings,
breast and fat with smooth pieces of aluminium foil secured with cocktail sticks. DO NOT ALLOW
THE FOIL TO TOUCH THE WALLS OF THE OVEN. Standing time of at least 1 hour should be
allowed for joints after defrosting.

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 Defrosting Guidelines
Defrosting Guidelines
For Best Results:
1. Place foods in a suitable container. Meat joints and chickens should be placed on an upturned
saucer or on a plastic rack if you have one.
2. Check food during defrosting, as foods vary in their defrosting speed.
3. It is not necessary to cover the food.
4. Always turn or stir the food especially when the oven “beepsʼʼ. Shield if necessary (see point 6).
5. Minced meat, chops and other small items should be broken up or separated as soon as
possible and placed in a single layer.
6. Shielding prevents food cooking. It is essential when defrosting chickens and joints of meat.
The outside thaws out first, so protect wings/breast and fat with smooth pieces of aluminium foil
secured with cocktail sticks.
7. Allow standing time so that the centre of the food thaws out. (Minimum of 1 hour for joints of
meat and whole chickens).

Arrange food in a single layer. Turn or break up food as soon Shield chickens and joints of
as possible. meat .

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 Defrosting Charts
Defrosting Charts
The times given below are a guideline only. Always check the progress of the food by opening the
oven door and then re-starting. For larger quantities adjust times accordingly. Food should not be
covered during defrosting.

Meat Defrosting Method Standing

Time Time

Beef/Lamb/Pork 5-7 mins. Place in a suitable dish or on an upturned 60 mins.

Joint 450g (1lb) saucer or use a rack. Turn 3-4 times. Shield.

Minced Beef 8 min. 30 sec. Place in a suitable dish. 15 mins.

450g. (1lb) - 11 mins. Break up and turn 3-4 times.

Chops 6-7 mins. Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. 15 mins.

450g. (1lb) Turn twice. Shield if necessary.

Sausages 4 mins. Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. 15 mins.

450g. (1lb) Turn twice. Shield if necessary.

Bacon rashers 5-6 mins. Place in a suitable dish. Turn and

450g. (1lb) separate twice. Shield if necessary. 10 mins.

Stewing Steak 7-9 mins. Place

Placeininaasuitable
suitabledish.
dish. 15
15mins.
mins.
450g. (1lb) Break up frequently.

Whole Chicken 6-7 mins. Place in a suitable dish on an upturned 60 mins.

450g. (1lb) saucer or use a rack. Turn 3-4 times. Shield.

Chicken Portions 5 min. 30 sec. Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. 15-30 mins.
450g. (1lb) - 7 mins. Turn twice. Shield if necessary.

Fish

Whole 6-7 mins. Place in a suitable dish. Turn twice. Shield. 15 mins.
450g. (1lb)

Fillets/Steak 6-7 mins. Place in a suitable dish. 15 mins.

450g. (1lb) Turn twice, separate and shield if necessary.

Prawns 6-7 mins. Place in a suitable dish. 10 mins.

450g. (1lb) Stir twice during defrosting.

General

Bread Sliced 1 min. 30 sec. Place on the turntable. 10 mins.

400g (14oz) - 2 mins. Separate and rearrange during defrosting.

Slice of bread 10 -15 sec. Place on the turntable on 1-2 mins.

30g. (1oz) a piece of kitchen paper.

Pastry 1 min. 30 sec. Place on a plate. 10-15 mins.

450g. (1lb) + rest 1 min. Turn over after 1 min. resting time.
1 min. 30 sec.

Soft Fruit 7-8 mins. Place in a suitable dish. 10 mins.

450g. (1lb) Stir twice during defrosting.

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 Auto Weight Reheat / Cook Programs
This feature allows you to reheat or cook foods by setting the weight only. The oven determines the
Microwave power level then the cooking time automatically. Select the category of food and then
just enter the weight. The weight is entered in grams.
he eg.
be

g
• Select desired program • Set Weight using the Up and • Press Start.
by pressing the pad. The Down pads. If the up / down pad
program number will is pressed and held, the weight
appear in the display. will increase / decrease rapidly.

Guidelines for Use

The Auto Weight Programs are designed to take the guesswork out of reheating or cooking your
food. They must ONLY be used for the foods described and within the weight range recommended.
To allow for some variations that occur in food, check that food is thoroughly cooked and piping hot
before serving.

Auto Weight Reheat Programs

1. Reheat Curry Meal (200-800g)
ns. This program is for reheating a curry
convenience meal that can be stirred. Foods
must be in a suitable single section
microwaveable container and have the film
pierced. Place on turntable, press the Auto
Reheat pad once. Enter the weight then press
START. Stir halfway. Allow to stand for 1 minute.
Ensure that the food is piping hot. Stir the food
before serving.

2. Reheat Chinese Meal (200-500g)

This program is for reheating a chinese style
convenience meal that can be stirred. Foods
must be in a suitable single section
. microwaveable container and have the film
pierced. Press the Auto Reheat pad twice. Enter
the weight. Press START. Stir halfway. Allow to
ns.
stand for 1 minute. Ensure food is piping hot.
Stir again before serving.

Important Note: for Auto Weight reheat programs curry, chinese style and pasta meals.
1. Large pieces of fish / meat in a thin sauce, may require longer cooking.
2. These programs are not suitable for foods that cannot be stirred.
3. Meals in bowl shaped containers will need extra cooking time.

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 Auto Weight Reheat Programs
3. Reheat Pasta Meal (200-800g)
This program is for reheating a pasta style
convenience meal that can be stirred. Foods
must be in a suitable single section
microwaveable container and have the film
pierced. Place on turntable, press the Auto
Reheat pad three times. Enter the weight then
press START. Stir halfway. Allow to stand for 1
minute. Ensure that the food is piping hot. Stir
the food before serving.

Important Note: for Auto Weight reheat programs curry, chinese style and pasta meals.
1. Large pieces of fish / meat in a thin sauce, may require longer cooking.
2. These programs are not suitable for foods that cannot be stirred.
3. Meals in bowl shaped containers will need extra cooking time.

Auto Weight Cook Programs

1. Cook Jacket Potatoes (200-1000g)
To cook jacket potatoes choose medium sized
potatoes 200-250g (7-9oz). Wash and dry and
prick with a fork several times. Arrange around
edge of turntable. Press Auto Cook pad once.
Enter weight. Press START. DO NOT COVER.

2. Cook Fresh vegetables (100-1000g)

To cook FRESH vegetables. Place prepared
vegetables into a shallow container on
turntable. Add 15 ml (1tbsp) water per 100g
vegetables. Cover with pierced cling film or lid.
Press the Auto Cook pad twice. Enter the
weight. Press START.

3. Cook Fresh Fish (200-800g)

To cook FRESH fish. Shield the thinner portions.
Place in a shallow container on turntable. Add
15-45ml (1-3 tbsp) liquid. Cover with pierced
cling film or lid. Press the Auto Cook pad three
times. Enter the weight. Press START.

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 Cooking
Cooking and Reheating Guidelines
and Reheating Guidelines
Most foods reheat very quickly in your oven by HIGH power. MINCE PIES - CAUTION
Meals can be brought back to serving temperature in just
minutes and will taste freshly cooked and NOT leftover. REMEMBER even if the pastry
Always check food is piping hot and return to oven if is cold to the touch, the filling will
necessary. be piping hot and will warm the
pastry through. Take care not to
As a general rule, always cover wet foods, e.g. soups, overheat otherwise burning can
casseroles and plated meals. occur due to the high fat and
sugar content of the filling.
Do not cover dry foods e.g. bread rolls, mince pies, sausage Check the temperature of the
rolls etc. filling before consuming to avoid
The charts on pages 23-27 show you the best way to cook burning your mouth.
or reheat your favourite foods. The best method depends on
the type of food.
CHRISTMAS PUDDINGS
AND LIQUIDS - CAUTION
Remember when cooking or reheating any food that it
should be stirred or turned wherever possible. This ensures Take great care when reheating
even cooking or reheating on the outside and in the centre. these items.

When is food reheated? Do not leave unattended.

Food that has been reheated or cooked should be served Do not add extra alcohol.
“piping hot” i.e. steam should be visibly emitted from all
BABIES BOTTLES -
parts. As long as good hygiene practices have been followed
during the preparation and storage of the food, then cooking CAUTION
or reheating presents no safety risks. Milk or formula MUST be shaken
Foods that cannot be stirred should be cut with a knife to thoroughly before heating and
test that they are adequately heated throughout. Even if a again at the end and tested
manufacturerʼs instructions or the times in the cookbook carefully before feeding a baby.
have been followed, it is still important to check the food is For 7-8 fl.oz. of milk from fridge
heated thoroughly. If in doubt, always return to the oven for temperature, remove top and
further reheating. teat. Heat on HIGH power for
If you cannot find the equivalent food in the chart then 30-50 secs.
choose a similar type and size listed and adjust the cooking CHECK CAREFULLY.
time if necessary. For 3 fl.oz. of milk from fridge
temperature, remove top and
PLATED MEALS CANNED FOODS teat. Heat on HIGH power for
15-20 secs.
Everyoneʼs appetite varies Remove foods from can and
CHECK CAREFULLY
and reheat times depend on place in a suitable dish
meal contents. Dense items before heating. N.B. Liquid at top of bottle will
e.g. mashed potato, should be much hotter than at bottom.
be spread out well. If a lot of SOUPS The bottle must be shaken
gravy is added, extra time Use a bowl and stir before thoroughly and tested before
may be required. Place heating and at least once use.
denser items to the outside through reheat time and
of the plate. Between 4-7 WE DO NOT RECOMMEND
again at the end.
mins. on HIGH power will THAT YOU USE YOUR
reheat an average portion CASSEROLES MICROWAVE TO STERILISE
Do not stack meals. BABIESʼ BOTTLES. If you have
Stir halfway through and a special microwave steriliser we
again at the end of heating. urge extreme caution, due to the
low quantity of water involved. It
is vital to follow the
manufacturers instructions
implicitly.

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 Reheating Charts
Your oven is Heating Category E and this is
The heating category
displayed on the front of your control panel. E for small
The times given in the charts below are a guideline only, and will vary depending on packs of food
Reheating Charts
The information on this label will assist you
STARTING temperature, dish size etc.
in using new instructions on food packs to The IEC (60705)
enable HEATING
you to CATEGORY
program the best heating time Microwave 800W
symbol power output (watts)
The times given in the charts below are a guideline only, and will vary depending on
in your oven.temperature, dish size etc.
STARTING
Weight/ Power Time to Instructions/
Food Guidelines
Quantity Level Select ( approx)

BREAD – Precooked – Fresh – N.B. Breads reheated by Microwave will have a soft base.
2 HIGH 25-30 secs.
Croissants
4 HIGH 45-50 secs. Place on microwave safe plate on
1 HIGH 10 secs. turntable. Do not cover.
Rolls
4 HIGH 20 secs.
CANNED BEANS, PASTA
Baked Beans, Ravioli in 200 g HIGH 2-3 mins. Place in a microwave safe bowl.
sauce 420 g HIGH 4-5 mins. Cover and place on turntable. Stir
halfway
Spaghetti in Tomato Sauce 200 g HIGH 21⁄2 -3 mins.
CANNED SOUPS
Cream of Tomato 400 g HIGH 3 -4 mins Place in a microwave safe bowl.
Minestrone 400 g HIGH 21⁄2 -3 mins. Cover and place on turntable

CANNED PUDDINGS
425 g HIGH 3-31⁄2 mins.
Creamed Rice Place in a microwave safe bowl.
624 g HIGH 4-5 mins.
Cover and place on turntable
Sponge Pudding 310 g HIGH 21⁄2 mins.
CHRISTMAS PUDDINGS - Overheating may cause pudding to ignite
Slice 150 g HIGH 20-30 secs.
Place in a microwave safe dish.
Small 450 g HIGH 11⁄2 -2 mins. Cover and place on turntable
Medium 900 g HIGH 21⁄2 -3 mins.
DRINKS – COFFEE
1 mug 235 ml HIGH 2 mins. Place in a microwave safe mug on
turntable. Stir, before, during and after
2 mugs 470 ml HIGH 31⁄2 mins. reheating.
DRINKS – MILK
1 mug 235 ml HIGH 11⁄2 - 2 mins. Place in a microwave safe mug on
turntable. Stir, before, during and after
1 jug 600 ml HIGH 5 mins. reheating.

POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave.
If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred.
The denser the food the longer the stand time.

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 Reheating Charts
Reheating Charts
s)
Weight/ Power Time to Select
ory Food Instructions/Guidelines
Quantity Level (approx)
food
PASTRY PRODUCTS - PRECOOKED - N.B. Pastries reheated by microwave will have a soft base.
Chicken Pie 600 g HIGH 4-41⁄2 mins.
Cornish Pasty 227 g (1) HIGH 2-21⁄2 mins.
Place on microwave safe plate on
Quiche 400 g (1) HIGH 41⁄2-5 mins.
turntable. Do not cover.
Steak & Kidney Pie 325 g (1) HIGH 2-2 ⁄2 mins.
1

Sausage Rolls 260 g (4) HIGH 11⁄2-2 mins.

Samosas 200 g (4) HIGH 11⁄2-2 mins. Place on microwave safe plate on
Spring Roll 230 g (4) HIGH 2-21⁄2 mins. turntable. Do not cover. Turn halfway.
Place on a microwave safe plate on
Christmas Mince Pies 90 g (2) HIGH 5-10 secs.
turntable.
PLATED MEALS - HOMEMADE - CHILLED
Child Size 1 HIGH 3-4mins. Place on a microwave safe plate on
turntable. Cover and place on
Adult Size 1 HIGH 51⁄2 -6 mins.
turntable

PUDDINGS & DESSERTS N.B. Transfer food from foil containers to a similar sized microwave safe dish
Bread & Butter Pudding 395 g HIGH 3-31⁄2 mins.
Fruit Crumble 600 g HIGH 31⁄2-4 mins. Place in a microwave safe dish on
1 HIGH 20-25 secs. turntable. Do not cover.
Fruit Pie, individual
4 HIGH 50-60 secs.
Place in a microwave safe dish.
Rice Pudding 400 g HIGH 2-21⁄2 mins.
Cover and place on turntable

PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS - CHILLED N.B. Transfer food from foil container to a similar
sized microwave safe dish. Plastic dishes designed for microwave and conventional ovens may be
used with care.
n
after Cauliflower Cheese 450 g HIGH 5 1⁄2-6 mins.
Cottage Pie 450 g HIGH 6 mins. Place in microwave safe dish on
Lasagne 400 g HIGH 4 ⁄ -5 mins.
1
2
turntable. Do not cover.
n
Vegetable Bake 400 g HIGH 5 1⁄2-6 mins.
after
PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS - FROZEN N.B. Transfer food from foil container to a similar
sized microwave safe dish. Plastic dishes designed for microwave and conventional ovens may be
ve. used with care.
ed.
HIGH 4 1⁄2 -5mins. + rest for
400 g 1 min.
Lasagne + HIGH 5-51⁄2 mins.
HIGH 5 1⁄2 mins. + rest for 1 min. Place in a microwave safe dish on
Salmon Crumble 340 g
+ MED 5 1⁄2-6 mins. turntable. Do not cover.

HIGH 5 1⁄2 mins. + rest for 1 min.

Shepherdʼs Pie 460 g
+ MED 6-7 mins.

POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave.
If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred.
The denser the food the longer the stand time.

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 Cooking Charts
Cooking Charts
Weight/ Power Time to Select
Food Instructions/Guidelines
Quantity Level (approx)

BACON – from raw

2-3 or 30-40 Place on microwave safe rack or plate

Rashers 130 g (4) HIGH
secs per rasher. on turntable.

BEANS & PULSES – should be pre-soaked (except lentils)

HIGH 81⁄2 mins. Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a
Chick Peas 225 g
+ LOW 35-40 mins. large bowl. Cover and place on
turntable
Lentils 225 g LOW 101⁄2 -13 mins.
HIGH 13 mins. Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a large
Red Kidney Beans 225 g bowl. Cover. Must boil for at least 12
+ LOW 30-35 mins. minutes to destroy toxic enzymes.
BEEF – Joints from raw – Caution: Hot fat! Remove dish with care.
Place on upturned saucer in microwave
7-12 mins. per safe dish or rack on turntable. Cover
Medium MEDIUM
450 g (1 lb) and turn halfway. Drain off fat during
cooking.
CHICKEN from raw – Caution: Hot fat! Remove dish with care.

Breasts, boneless 500 g LOW 10 1⁄2 -12 mins.

Place on microwave safe rack or plate
Drumsticks 450 g (4) LOW 101⁄2 mins. Cover and place on turntable.
Quarters 700 g (2) LOW 16-17 mins.

8 1⁄2-9 mins. Place on upturned saucer breast side down

Whole HIGH per 450 g in microwave safe dish. Cover, Cover and
(1 lb) place on turntable.

EGGS – Poached.
Water 45 ml HIGH 45 secs. • Place in a small bowl and heat for 1st
cooking time.
Egg 1 HIGH 25-35 secs.
• Add egg (medium sized).
Water 90 ml HIGH 50 sece. • Pierce yolk and white.
• Cover.
• Cook for 2nd cooking time.
Eggs 2 HIGH 45 secs.
• Then leave to stand for 1 min.

EGGS – Scrambled.
HIGH 25 secs. • Add 1 tbsp of milk for each egg used.
1 Egg HIGH 20 secs. • Beat eggs, milk and knob of butter
together.
HIGH 45 secs. • Cook for 1st cooking time then stir.
• Cook for 2nd cooking time then stand
2 Eggs HIGH 35 secs. for 1 min.

POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave.
If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred.
The denser the food the longer the stand time.

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 Cooking
Cooking Charts
Charts
Weight/ Power Time to Select
Food Instructions/Guidelines
Quantity Level (approx)
FISH – FROZEN from raw
HIGH 41⁄2 mins.
Haddock Fillets 380 g (4) Place in microwave safe dish. Add 30 ml
+MED 41⁄2 -51⁄2 mins. of liquid. Cover and place on turntable.
Whole 450 g (2) HIGH 81⁄2 -101⁄2 mins.
DEFROST 41⁄2 mins. Place bag sauce side down on a
ate Boil in the Bag 170 g (1) + rest 2 mins. microwave safe plate. Slash top of bag
with a knife.
+ LOW 51⁄2 mins.
FRUIT – Peel, slice, chop into even sized pieces. Place in shallow microwave safe dish.
Apples, Rhubarb, stewed 450 g HIGH 41⁄2 -8 mins. Only half fill dish. Cover. Stir halfway.
Add 30 ml (2 tbsp) of water. Only half fill
Plums – stewed 450 g HIGH 7-8 mins.
dish. Cover and place on turntable.
ge
LAMB – from raw – CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove dish with care.
11⁄2-21⁄2 mins.
HIGH
per 450g (1lb) Place on microwaveable safe dish or
Chops, loin 600 g (4)
ave 2-3 mins. rack. Cover and place on turntable.
r + LOW
per 450g (1lb)
g
3-4 mins. Place on upturned saucer in microwave
HIGH
per 450g (1lb) safe dish or rack on turntable. Cover and
Joints
6-7 mins. turn joint over halfway. Drain off fat during
+ LOW cooking.
per 450g (1lb)
PASTA – Place in a large 3 litre (6 pint) microwave safe bowl.
Macaroni 225 g HIGH 12 mins.
Use 1 litre (13/4 pint) boiling water. Cover
down
Spaghetti, Tagliatelli 225 g HIGH 7-8 ⁄2 mins.
1 and place on turntable.
and
PIZZA – FRESH CHILLED – N.B. Remove all packaging. Pizzas will have a soft base.
Thin & Crispy 400 g HIGH 41⁄2 -5 mins. Place on heatproof plate on turntable.
st
Deep Pan 475 g HIGH 31⁄2 -41⁄2 mins. Do not cover.

PORK – from raw – CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove dish with care.
HIGH 2-3 mins. Place in microwave safe dish or rack on
Chops 360 g (2)
+ LOW 6-7 mins. turntable. Cover and place on turntable.
5 1⁄2 -6 mins. per Place on upturned saucer in microwave
HIGH
450 g (1lb) safe dish or rack. Cover and place on
d. Joints
8-9 mins. per turntable. Turn joint over halfway. Drain
+ LOW 450 g (1lb) off fat during cooking.
PORRIDGE – N.B. Use a large bowl.
d
1 serving 1/
2 cup oats HIGH 21⁄2-3 mins. Add 1 cup of water or milk. Stir halfway.
2 servings 1 cup oats HIGH 4-5 mins. Add 2 cups of water or milk. Stir halfway.
RICE – Place in a large microwave safe bowl. 3 litre (6 pint)
ave.
Basmati 250 g LOW 101⁄2 -111⁄2 mins. Use 600 ml (1 pt) to 800 ml (11⁄2 pt)
red.
boiling water. Cover and place on
Easycook White 250 g HIGH 101⁄2 -111⁄2 mins. turntable

POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave.
If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred.
The denser the food the longer the stand time.

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Cooking Charts
Charts
Weight/ Power Time to Select
Food Instructions/ Guidelines
Quantity Level (approx)

SAUSAGES from raw - CAUTION: HOT FAT! Remove dish with care.

Thick 240 g (4) HIGH 21⁄2 -3 mins. Place on microwave safe plate or
microwave rack. Cover and place on
Thin 110 g (4) HIGH 11⁄2 -2 mins. turntable.

FRESH VEGETABLES – Place in shallow microwave safe dish.

Green Beans 450 g HIGH 6-7 mins.

Beetroot 450 g HIGH 81⁄2 -101⁄2 mins.

Broccoli + Cauliflower - florets 450 g HIGH 7-81⁄2 mins.

Brussel Sprouts 450 g HIGH 7-8 mins.

Cabbage – sliced 450 g HIGH 6-8 mins. Add 90 ml (6 tbsp) water. Cover and
Carrots, Leeks 450 g HIGH 6-7 mins. place on turntable.

Corn on the Cob 450 g HIGH 6-8 mins.

Courgettes, Mange Tout 450 g HIGH 31⁄2 -41⁄2 mins.

Peas 450 g HIGH 31⁄2 -51⁄2 mins.

Potatoes – boiled 450 g HIGH 51⁄2 -6 mins.

Potatoes – jacket 1 HIGH 41⁄2 mins. Wash and prick skins. Place directly
on turntable on outer edge. After
(225 g / 8 oz each) cooking stand for 5 mins wrapped in
2 HIGH 7 mins. foil.
FROZEN VEGETABLES – Place in shallow microwave safe dish.

Beans – green, Carrots 450 g HIGH 81⁄2 -10 mins.

Add 30 ml (2 tbsp) water. Cover and
Cauliflower 450 g HIGH 101⁄2 mins.
place on turntable.
Peas 450 g HIGH 7-8 mins.

POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave.
If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred.
The denser the food the longer the stand time.

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 Soup and
Soup and Snacks
Snacks
Ingredients
25 g (1oz) butter Cream of Mushroom Soup Serves 4
1 small onion, chopped
Dish: large bowl
600 ml (1pt) hot chicken stock
225 g (8oz) button mushrooms, sliced 1. Place the butter and chopped onion in a large bowl.
bouquet garni Cover and cook on HIGH power for 3 mins or until
15 ml (1tbsp) cornflour soft.
300 ml (1/2 pt) milk 2. Add the stock, mushrooms and bouquet garni. Cover
salt and pepper and cook on HIGH power for 11-13 mins, or until
mushrooms are soft.
60 ml (4 tbsp) single cream
3. Remove the bouquet garni and blend until smooth.
Mix the cornflour with a little of the milk, then stir in
remaining milk. Add to the mushroom mixture.
4. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 41⁄2 -51⁄2 mins, or until
thickened. Season and serve with cream swirled on
top.
Ingredients
100 g (4oz) quick cook macaroni Macaroni Cheese with Courgettes and Bacon
225 g (8oz) courgettes, sliced Dish: 20 cm (8”) casserole Serves 2
100 g (4oz) bacon, chopped 1. Cover and cook macaroni in 450 ml (3/4pt) boiling
50 g (2oz) butter water on HIGH power for 81⁄2 mins, or until soft. Drain.
50 g (2oz) plain flour 2. Place courgettes and bacon in a bowl. Cover and
600 ml (1pt) milk cook on HIGH power for 3-4 mins, or until soft. Drain.
100 g (4oz) cheese, grated 3. Place the butter in a large jug. Cook on HIGH power
5 ml (1tsp) mustard for 40-50 secs. Stir in the flour and cook for 30-40
salt and pepper secs, on HIGH power. Gradually add milk, stir well
Topping and cook on HIGH power for 4-41⁄2 mins. or until the
30 ml (2tbsp) Parmesan cheese sauce is thick and bubbling. Stir frequently.
30 ml (2tbsp) wholemeal breadcrumbs 4. Add mustard and cheese. Mix in the macaroni,
courgettes and bacon. Season and pour into a
casserole dish, sprinkle over the topping and cook on
HIGH power for 3-4 mins. or until the cheese has
melted.
Ingredients
50 g (2oz) green lentils Lentil Biryani Serves 2
10 ml (2tsp) oil, 1 small onion, sliced Dish: large casserole
3 ml (1/2 tsp) grated root ginger
1 garlic clove, crushed 1. Soak the lentils in cold water for 1 hour then drain.
3 ml (1/2 tsp) turmeric 2. Place the oil and onion in a large bowl. Cover and
3 ml (1/2 tsp) chilli powder cook on HIGH power for 3-4 mins. or until softened.
5 ml (1tsp) curry powder 3. Add the ginger, garlic, turmeric, chilli and curry
150 ml (1/4pt) natural yoghurt powder. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 2 mins.
50 g (2oz) mushrooms, sliced 4. Add the yoghurt, mushrooms, tomatoes, water and
2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped lentils. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 13-17
mins. or until the lentils are tender and the liquid has
150 ml (1/4pt) hot water
evaporated.
25 g (1oz) cashew nuts
To cook rice: add 350 ml boiling water to rice in
225 g (8oz) cooked basmati rice large bowl and cook on HIGH power, covered, for 13
Garnish mins. stirring halfway.
hard boiled egg slices and 5. Add the lentil mixture and cashew nuts to the cooked
coriander leaves rice and mix thoroughly. Reheat on HIGH power if
necessary to ensure food is piping hot. Garnish and
serve.
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Meat and
and Poultry
Poultry
Ingredients
3-4 cloves garlic, crushed Lamb in a Spicy Cream and Almond Sauce
1 cm (1/4 ”) piece fresh ginger, grated Serves 4
50 g (2 oz) ground almonds Dish: Large casserole dish
45 ml (3 tbsp) water 1. Mix together the garlic, ginger, almonds and water
3 whole cardamon pods to make a thick paste.
2 cloves
2. Place the cardamon pods, cloves, cinnamon,
2.5 cm (1”) stick of cinnamon
onion and oil in the casserole dish cook on HIGH
1 onion chopped
power for 3 mins.
30 ml (2 tbsp) oil
450 g (1 lb) boned lamb, trimmed and cut 3. Add the lamb and cook for 41⁄2 mins. on HIGH
into cubes power or until light brown in colour. Stir halfway.
5 ml (1 tsp) ground coriander 4. Stir in the rest of the spices, the almond mixture,
5 ml (1 tsp) ground cumin cream, salt and pepper. Cover and cook on LOW
1.5 ml (1/4 tsp) garam masala power for about 35-40 mins. or until the meat is
1.5 ml (1/4 tsp) cayenne pepper tender. Stir the casserole 2-3 times during the
150 ml (1/4 pt) single cream cooking time.
salt and pepper 5. Remove the whole cardamon pods, cloves and
cinnamon before serving with rice or other
vegetables.

Ingredients
25 g (1 oz) butter Chicken Casserole Serves 4
2 medium onions, sliced
2 sticks celery, trimmed and chopped Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) casserole
100 g (4 oz) mushrooms, sliced 1. Place vegetables and butter in dish. Cover and
4 chicken quarters, skinned cook on HIGH power for 4-6 mins. or until soft.
300 ml (1/2 pt) hot chicken stock 2. Place chicken on top of vegetables, cover with
300 g (11 oz) can tomatoes stock and tomatoes and add salt and pepper to
salt and pepper taste.
30 ml (2 tbsp) cornflour
3. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 41⁄2 mins. then
LOW power for 30-35 mins. or until well cooked
through.
4. Mix cornflour with a little water. Remove chicken
from casserole, skim off excess fat and stir in
cornflour paste. Cook on HIGH power for 2 mins.
Serve chicken with sauce poured over.
N.B. If diced boneless breast is used in place of the
quarters, reduce 2nd cooking time to 10-14
mins. on LOW power or until well cooked
through. Stir halfway.

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Ingredients
225 g (8oz) pork fillet, diced Pork with Sweet & Sour Sauce Serves 2
Sweet & Sour Sauce:
Dish: small casserole
15 ml (1tbsp) oil
1. Place pork in dish, cover and cook on LOW power
1 small carrot cut into matchsticks for 7-9 mins. or until juices run clear.
1 spring onion, thinly sliced 2. Place oil, carrot, onion and green pepper in a
small green pepper, cut into strips bowl. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 2-3
225 g (8oz) can pineapple chunks, mins. or until vegetables are tender.
drained (reserve juice) 3. Mix half the reserved juice with the remaining
10 ml (2tsp) soft brown sugar ingredients except pineapple. Cover and cook on
5 ml (1tsp) cornflour HIGH power for 2-3 mins. or until clear and
pinch garlic salt thickened. Stir halfway.
5 ml (1tsp) cider vinegar 4. Add the sauce to the vegetables. Stir in the
10 ml (2tsp) soy sauce pineapple. Mix well.
5 ml (1tsp) tomato ketchup 5. Cook on HIGH power for 1 min. or until heated
through. Spoon over cooked pork. Reheat for
1-2 mins. on HIGH power or until piping hot.

Ingredients
1 small onion, diced Savoury Mince Serves 2
1 clove garlic, crushed
Dish: 1.5 litre (3pt) casserole dish
5 ml (1tsp) oil
200 g (7oz) can chopped tomatoes 1. Place onion, garlic and oil in casserole, cover and
cook on HIGH power for 2-3 mins. or until soft.
15 ml (1tbsp) tomato puree
2. Place all other ingredients in casserole. Stir well.
5 ml (1tsp) mixed herbs
3. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 4 1⁄2 mins. then
225 g (8oz) minced beef
LOW power for 15-20 mins. or until the meat is
salt and pepper cooked.

Ingredients
50 g (2oz) creamed coconut Chicken Satay Serves 2
45 ml (3tbsp) crunchy peanut butter
Dish: 4 wooden skewers + shallow dish
45 ml (3tbsp) lemon juice
30 ml (2tbsp) soy sauce 1. For the serving sauce: Crumble 25 g (1oz) of
creamed coconut into a large jug. Add the peanut
large pinch of chilli powder
butter, 15 ml (1tbsp) of the lemon juice, 15 ml
150 ml (1⁄4pt) water (1tbsp) of the soy sauce, the chilli powder and
2 chicken breast fillets, skinned 150 ml (1/4 pt) water. Cook on HIGH power for
15 ml (1tbsp) vegetable oil 3-4 mins. or until the sauce boils and thickens,
1 garlic clove, crushed stirring frequently. Turn into a serving bowl.
3 ml ( 1/2tsp) ground turmeric 2. Cut the chicken into small chunks and place in a
3 ml ( 1/2tsp) five-spice powder bowl. Put the remaining creamed coconut, lemon
3 ml ( 1/2tsp) coriander seeds juice and soy sauce into a blender or food
3 ml ( 1/2tsp) cumin seeds processor. Add the remaining ingredients and
blend until smooth.
3. Pour over the chicken. Cover and marinate in the
fridge for 2-3 hours or overnight.
4. Thread the chicken onto wooden skewers. Place
in a shallow dish, cover with any remaining
marinade and cook covered on HIGH power for
51⁄2 -7 mins. or until cooked, turn and baste frequently.
Serve hot with the sauce for dipping.

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Fish
ARRANGING LIQUID NOISE
Thin fillets of fish i.e. plaice, Fresh fish should always be During cooking, popping
should be rolled up prior to sprinkled with 30ml (2tbsp) of sounds may be heard. This is
cooking to avoid overcooking water, lemon juice or white due to moisture trapped
on the thinner outside edge wine. between the flesh, particularly
and tail. When cooking Frozen fish, with oily fish such as salmon
Fish steaks should be add liquid as above for even and mackerel. This can be
arranged in a circle, thicker cooking. minimised when cooking the
part to the outside. Cover with Do not sprinkle salt onto fish fish if the skin and flesh is
cling film or lid. before cooking as this may pierced several times with a
make the fish dry. cocktail stick.

Ingredients
25 g (1 oz) butter Fish Curry Serves 2
1 clove garlic, crushed
Dish: casserole dish (1.5 litre (3pt))
1 small onion, finely chopped
1. Melt the butter in the casserole dish on HIGH
15 ml (1tbsp) plain flour
power for 30-40 secs. or until melted.
15 ml (1tbsp) curry powder
2. Stir in the garlic and onion and cook covered on
grated rind and juice of 1/2 lemon HIGH power for 3 mins.
300 ml ( 1/2pt) hot fish stock
3. Stir in the flour, curry powder, lemon rind and juice
25 g (1oz) sultanas and fish stock. Cover and cook on HIGH power for
10 ml (2tsp) tomato puree 3 mins. stirring halfway through the cooking time.
30 ml (2tbsp) sweet chutney 4. Stir in the remaining ingredients except the
450 g (1lb) haddock, skinned and coconut, cover and cook on HIGH power for 4-5
chopped mins. or until fish flakes, stirring occasionally.
salt and pepper 5. Break up the coconut with a fork, then stir into the
75 g (3oz) creamed coconut curry.

Ingredients
450 g (1 lb) smoked haddock Family Fish Pie Serves 4
30 ml (2tbsp) lemon juice
Dish: large casserole
15 ml (1tbsp) oil
1 large onion, sliced 1. Arrange fish in a shallow dish. Add lemon juice,
cover and cook on HIGH power for 3-4 mins. or
600 g (1lb 5oz) cooked jacket potatoes,
until it flakes easily.
sliced, see pages 22 + 28
2. Place onion and oil in a bowl. Cover and cook on
40 g (11/2oz) butter HIGH power for 3 mins. or until the onion is soft.
40 g (11/2oz) flour
3. Melt the butter on HIGH power for 30-40 secs. Stir
3 ml (1/2tsp) mustard in the flour and mustard and cook for a further 20
600 ml (1pt) milk secs. Add milk and seasoning, gradually stirring to
salt and pepper a smooth paste. Cook on HIGH power for 5-6
100 g (4oz) Red Leicester cheese mins. or until the sauce is thick and bubbling. Stir
75 g (3oz) wholemeal breadcrumbs twice during cooking. Add 75 g (3oz) of grated
cheese to the sauce and stir well.
4. Flake the fish and arrange in the serving dish. Add
onions and place the sliced potatoes on top.
5. Pour over the cheese sauce. Sprinkle with
breadcrumbs and remaining cheese.
6. Cook on LOW power for 10-15 mins. or until the
mixture has been completely reheated.

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 Vegetables
Vegetables
Ingredients Wild Mushroom and Basil Risotto Serves 4
40 g (11/2oz) dried Cep mushrooms
50 g (2oz) butter Dish: 3 litre (6pt) casserole dish
1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1. Soak mushrooms in 300 ml (1/2pt) warm water.
1 small onion, finely chopped 2. Place the butter, garlic and onion in a large bowl,
is freshly ground black pepper cover with cling film and cook on HIGH power for
rly
250 g (8oz) Arborio rice 3-4 mins. or until softened. Season with freshly
n 300 ml (1/2pt) hot vegetable stock ground black pepper.
12 basil leaves, torn 3. Stir the rice into the butter mixture and add the hot
e stock and soaking liquid from the mushrooms.
Cover and cook for a further 41⁄2 mins on HIGH
a
power.
4. Stir the mushrooms into the rice mixture. Cover
and cook for a further 41⁄2 mins. on HIGH power.
s2 5. Stir and add the basil. Continue to cook for the final
41⁄2 mins. on HIGH power. Leave to stand for approx.
10 mins. and then stir with a fork.
Ingredients
n Vegetable Curry Serves 2
1 medium aubergine, diced
uice salt, 15 ml (1tbsp) oil
r for 1 clove of garlic, chopped Dish: 3 litre (6pt) casserole
me.
pinch cayenne pepper 1. Sprinkle the aubergine liberally with salt in a
5 ml (1tsp) ground coriander colander. Stand for 30 mins. to remove bitter
5 juices. Rinse well under cold water and drain.
3 ml (1/2tsp) ground cumin
the 2. Combine oil, garlic and spices in the casserole,
3 ml (1/2tsp) turmeric
cover and cook on HIGH power for 2 mins.
2.5 cm (1”) root ginger, peeled & sliced
3. Add all other ingredients to casserole, except
1
/2 small cauliflower, divided into florets
es 4
cashews. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 41⁄2
1 medium potato, diced mins. then LOW power for 25-30 mins. or until
50 g (2oz) green beans, sliced vegetables are soft. Stir occasionally.
e,
1
/2 fresh chilli, deseeded and sliced 4. Sprinkle with cashews and serve with boiled rice.
or 150 ml (1/4pt) vegetable stock N.B. This recipe is best cooked in advance, chilled
on
200 g (7oz) can chopped tomatoes and then reheated to allow the flavours to
oft. 50 g (2oz) cashew nuts develop.
Stir
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g to
1 cauliflower, trimmed and cut into florets
Cauliflower Cheese Serves 2
Stir 90 ml (6tbsp) water
Dish: large bowl + shallow casserole
25 g (1oz) butter
1. Place cauliflower upside down in a bowl. Add water.
Add 25 g (1oz) flour Cover and cook on HIGH power for 7 mins. or until
3 ml (1/2tsp) French mustard tender. Drain.
300 ml (1/2pt) milk 2. Melt butter on HIGH power for 30-40 secs. Stir in
seasoning to taste flour and mustard. Cook for a further 20-30 secs.
he
Topping: Add milk gradually. Stir well and season. Cook on
75 g (3oz) grated red cheese HIGH power for 2-3 mins. or until sauce is thick and
15 ml (1tbsp) brown breadcrumbs bubbling. Stir once halfway during cooking.
3. Stir in 50 g (2oz) grated cheese. Pour the sauce
over the cauliflower. Top with remaining cheese and
breadcrumbs.
4. Cook on HIGH power for 1-2 mins. or until cheese
melts.

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Desserts / Cakes
Ingredients
150 g (5oz) self-raising flour Steamed Suet Sponge Pudding Serves 4
pinch of salt
50 g (2oz) caster sugar Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) pudding basin
50 g (2oz) suet
1 egg 1. In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour and salt.
150 ml (1/4 pt) milk Stir in the sugar and suet.
30 ml (2 tbsp) jam or golden syrup
2. Make a well in the centre and add beaten egg and
Optional:
milk. Mix to a soft dropping consistency.
add 1 tbsp of sultanas to dry ingredients
3. Put the jam in the base of the greased pudding
basin and pour pudding mixture over. Cook on
HIGH power for 6-7 mins. until firm.

Ingredients
15 ml (1tbsp) golden syrup Individual Pineapple
2 pineapple slices, drained
2 glacé cherries
Upside Down Pudding Serves 2
50 g (2oz) margarine
50 g (2oz) caster sugar Dish: 2 ramekin dishes, base lined
1 egg 1. Put 1/2 tbsp golden syrup in the base of each
50 g (2oz) self raising flour ramekin; arrange pineapple slice and cherry on
15 ml (1tbsp) milk top of the syrup in the base.
2. Cream together the margarine and sugar until light
and fluffy. Beat in the egg gradually. Fold in the
flour and mix to a soft consistency with the milk.
3. Spoon the mixture over the pineapple and cook
on HIGH power for 3-4 mins. or until cooked.
Leave to cool slightly before turning upside down
onto a serving plate.

Ingredients
75g (3 oz) self-raising flour Christmas Puddings Serves 4
3 ml (1/2tsp) baking powder
3 ml (1/2tsp) mixed spice Dish: 4 deep ramekins, base lined
25 g (1oz) butter
1 egg 1. Place all ingredients into a large mixing bowl and
30 ml (2tbsp) treacle stir until throroughly mixed.
60 ml (4 tbsp) stout
2. Divide mixture equally between the ramekins.
15 ml (1tbsp) rum or brandy
200 g (7oz) mincemeat 3. Place towards outer edge of the turntable and
25 g (1oz) apple, grated cook on HIGH power for 4-5 mins. or until cooked.
75 g (3oz) currants
25 g (1oz) chopped nuts

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Ingredients
200 g (7 oz) fresh dates, stoned and Date Puddings and Butterscotch Sauce
finely chopped Serves 6
175 g (6 oz) self-raising flour Dish: 3 pint pudding basin
5 ml (1 tsp) baking powder 1. Pour 175 ml (6 fl. oz) boiling water over the chopped
5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence dates and set aside to cool.
15 ml (1 tbsp) Camp coffee essence 2. Sift together flour and baking powder. Add vanilla and
100 ml (31/2 fl. oz) milk coffee essence to the milk.
75 g (3 oz) butter 3. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add
150 g (5 oz) caster sugar eggs a little at a time.
2 eggs lightly beaten
4. Fold in the flour and flavoured milk, then pour in the
Butterscotch sauce date mixture.
45 g (1 /4 oz) butter
3
5. Place in pudding basin. Cook on HIGH power for 7-81⁄2
120 ml (8 tbsp) soft brown sugar mins. and leave to stand for 10 mins.
200 ml (7 fl. oz) whipping cream
Sauce
15 ml (1 tbsp) vanilla essence
1. Place butter in a large jug and cook on HIGH power
for 50 sec. to 1 minute, or until bubbling.
2. Add sugar and stir until it has dissolved, cooking for 1
minute at a time on HIGH power. Continue to cook
until liquid is foaming and bubbling 30 sec. at a time
on HIGH power.
3. Slowly pour in the cream and bring to the boil on
HIGH power for 2-3 mins. Add essence. Stir, continue
to boil on HIGH power 30 sec. at a time until it starts
to thicken.
Ingredients
75 g (3oz) butter or margarine Chewy Flapjacks
30 ml (2tbsp) golden syrup
75 g (3oz) light brown sugar Dish: 20 cm (8”) round dish
150 g (5oz) porridge oats 1. Place butter, syrup and sugar in a bowl and cook on
50 g (2oz) raisins HIGH power for 1-2 mins. or until melted.
2. Stir in the oats and raisins. Press into dish. Cook on
HIGH power for 2-3 mins. or until the centre is
bubbling. Allow to cool slightly then cut into 8 pieces.

Ingredients
100 g (4oz) plain chocolate Boston Brownies
100 g (4oz) butter
100 g (4oz) soft dark brown sugar Dish: 20 cm (8”) dish lined with
100 g (4oz) self-raising flour greaseproof
10 ml (2tsp) cocoa powder 1. Place chocolate and butter in a bowl and cook on
pinch salt HIGH power for 1-2 mins. or until chocolate has
2 eggs, beaten melted.
3 ml (1/2 tsp) vanilla essence
2. Stir in all other ingredients and beat well.
100 g (4oz) walnuts, chopped
3. Pour into dish and cook on LOW power for 8-10 mins.
or until just slightly sticky. Allow to cool and then cut.

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Sauces
Ingredients
30 ml (2tbsp) custard power Custard
15 ml (1tbsp) sugar
600 ml (1pt) cold milk Dish: 1 litre (2pt) jug
1. Mix together the custard powder, sugar and a little
milk to form a smooth paste.
2. Blend in the remaining milk, whisking well.
3. Cook on HIGH power for 4-5 mins. Whisk well
halfway through cooking time and again at the
end.

Ingredients
30 g (1oz) butter White Pouring Sauce
30 g (1oz) flour
600 ml (1pt) milk Dish: 1 litre (2pt) jug
1. Melt butter in jug on HIGH power for 20-40 secs.
2. Stir in the flour to make a roux.
3. Add the milk gradually stirring continuously until
well combined.
4. Cook for 3 mins. on HIGH power. Stir and cook
for a further 4 mins. Stir and cook for a further 2
mins. Sauce should be smooth and glossy and
coat the back of a spoon.

Jam

Ingredients
450 g (1 lb) soft fruit, washed Soft Fruit Jam Makes approx. 11/2 lbs jam
450 g (1 lb) caster sugar
Dish: large bowl
30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice
5 ml (1 tsp) butter 1. Place all ingredients in a large bowl and stir. Cook
on HIGH power for 5 mins. (10-15 mins. if using
frozen fruit), stirring frequently. Continue to cook
in one minute intervals until sugar has dissolved.
2. Wash down any sugar crystals from around the
bowl.
3. Bring mixture to the boil and continue to cook until
setting point is reached – approx. 15-25 mins.
Test regularly for setting point.

N.B. Do not double this mixture as it will boil over.

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Panasonic Warranty (Australia)

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 Panasonic Warranty
Panasonic (New
Warranty Zealand)
(New Zealand)
We warrant that the Panasonic Microwave Oven which you have purchased is free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal home use and service.

Accordingly, we undertake to repair or at our option replace without cost to the purchaser either for material or
labour any part which within 1 YEAR from the date of purchase is found to be defective or in the case of the
Magnetron within 2 YEARS from date of purchase, provided that the product has been used in accordance with
the instruction booklet and has not been subjected to misuse, neglect or accident, or dismantled, repaired or
serviced by any other than a Panasonic NZ Dealer or authorised Panasonic NZ Service Centre.

Any claims for service should be made through the Panasonic NZ Dealer from whom the product was purchased.
Such Panasonic NZ Dealer undertakes to make any necessary adjustments or repairs under the terms of the
Warranty and to t any replacement parts supplied by the manufacturer in each case free of charge during
normal working hours or alternatively to arrange for such service to be provided by an authorised Panasonic NZ
Service Centre.

Note: Before reporting a fault please ensure that you read the item “Before Calling for Service”, in the
information section of your Panasonic Microwave Cookbook.

It is important to retain your receipt of purchase as this will be requested by the Serviceman as proof of purchase
date should service be required.

It is the responsibility of the purchaser to deliver or consign the product freight paid to the retailer from whom it
was purchased or the nearest authorised Panasonic NZ Service Centre enclosing proof of purchase date.

In the event of service being required please write a brief description of the fault and contact your nearest
Panasonic NZ Dealer, or authorised Service Centre.

Panasonic New Zealand Ltd.

Panasonic Service Department
18 Sir Woolf Fisher Drive,
Highbrook, Auckland (09) 272 0178

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 Before Requesting Service
Before Requesting Service
THESE THINGS ARE NORMAL
The oven causes Some radio and TV interference might occur when you cook with the
interference with my TV. microwave oven. This interference is similar to the interference caused by
small appliances such as mixers, vacuums, hair dryers, etc. It does not
indicate a problem with your oven.
The oven lights dim. When cooking with a power other than HIGH power, the oven must cycle to
obtain the lower power levels. The oven light will dim and clicking noises can
be heard when the oven cycles.
Steam accumulates During cooking, steam and warm air are given off from the food. Most of the
on the oven door and warm steam and warm air are removed from the oven by the air which circulates
air comes from the oven in the oven cavity. However, some steam will condense on cooler surfaces
vents. such as the oven door. This is normal.
I accidentally ran my Running the oven empty for a short time will not damage the oven. However,
microwave oven without we do not recommend this.
any food in it.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

The oven is not plugged in Remove plug from outlet, wait 10
securely. seconds and re-insert.

Circuit breaker or fuse is tripped or Reset circuit breaker or replace

Oven will not turn on. blown. fuse.

There is a problem with the outlet. Plug another appliance into the
outlet to check if the outlet is
working.

The door is not closed completely. Close the oven door securely.

Start Pad was not pressed after Press Start Pad.

programming.

Another program has already been Press Stop/Reset Pad to cancel

entered into the oven. the previous program and
Oven will not start cooking.
program again.

The program has not been entered Program again according to the
correctly. Operating Instructions.

Stop/Reset Pad has been pressed Program oven again.

accidentally.

When the oven is turning on, The roller ring and oven bottom Clean these parts according
there is noise coming from are dirty. to care of your oven (See next
Glass Tray. page).

The word “Child” appears in The Child Lock was activated by Deactivate Lock by pressing
the Display Window. pressing Start Pad 3 times. Stop/Reset Pad 3 times.

“H00” appears in the display The display indicates a problem Contact the specied service
window. with microwave generation system. centre.

If it seems there is a problem with the oven, contact an authorized Service Centre.

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 Care of your Microwave Oven
Care
Note: The ovenof your
should Microwave
be cleaned Oven
regularly and any food deposits removed. Failure to maintain the
oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect
the oven
Note: The life ofshould
the appliance
be cleanedand possibly
regularly result
and any foodin deposits
a hazardous situation.
removed. Failure to maintain the oven
in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the
appliance and possibly result in a harzardous situation.

BEFORE CLEANING: AFTER CLEANING:

Unplug at socket of the oven. If impossible, Be sure to replace the Roller Ring and Glass
leave oven door open to prevent oven from Tray in the proper position and press
accidentally turning on. Stop/Reset Pad to clear the Display Window.

Inside of the oven: Glass Tray: Outside oven surfaces

Wipe with a damp cloth. Mild Remove and wash in warm and back vents.
detergent may be used if the soapy water or in a dishwasher. Clean with a damp cloth.
oven gets very dirty. The use of If grease accumulates, clean To prevent damage to the
harsh detergent or abrasives is with a nonabrasive nylon operating parts inside the
not recommended. mesh scouring pad and a non- oven, water should not
abrasive cleanser. be allowed to seep into
ventilation openings.

Control Panel:
• May be covered with
removable protective lm
to prevent scratches during
shipping. Small bubbles may
appear under this lm. When
this happens, remove lm
carefully.
(Hint - apply masking or clear
tape to an exposed corner and
pull gently to remove.)
• If it becomes wet, clean with
a soft, dry cloth. Do not use
harsh detergents or abrasives
on the Control Panel.

Oven Door: Roller Ring and oven cavity oor:

Wipe with a soft cloth when steam accumulates Wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild
inside or around the outside of the oven door. detergent water or window cleaner and dry.
This may occur when the microwave oven is Roller Ring may be washed in mild soapy
operated under high humidity conditions and in water or dishwasher. These areas should be
no way indicates a malfunction of the unit or of kept clean to avoid excessive noise.
microwave leakage.

Technical Specications
Power Supply: 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz
Power Consumption: 5.5 A 1,270 W
Output*: 800 W
Outside Dimensions (W x H x D): 485 mm (W) x 287 mm (H) x 400 mm (D)
Oven Cavity Dimensions (W x H x D): 315 mm (W) x 227 mm (H) x 349 mm (D)
Overall Cavity Volume: 25 L
Glass Tray Diameter: Ø288 mm
Operating Frequency: 2,450 MHz
Uncrated Weight: Approx. 12.7 kg
* IEC Test Procedure
Specications subject to change without notice.

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 Technical Specifications
Power Supply: 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz
Power Consumption: 5.6 A 1,250 W
Output*: 800 W
Outside Dimensions 443 mm (W) x 258 mm (H) x 340 mm (D)
(W x H x D):
Oven Cavity Dimensions 306 mm (W) x 215 mm (H) x 308 mm (D)
(W x H x D):
Overall Cavity Volume: 20 L
Glass Tray Diameter: Ø255 mm
Operating Frequency: 2,450 MHz
Net Weight: Approx. 11.0 kg
* IEC Test Procedure
Specifications subject to change without notice.

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