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(U.S.A only) For microwave oven safety reference, please visit the FDA’s web page at: http://www.fda.gov/Radiation -EmittingProducts/default.htm Para obtener instrucciones en español, por favor visite la página web en: http://shop.panasonic.com/support Printed in China Panasonic Corporation of North America Co., 2023...
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CONTENTS Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................... 1-2 RADIO INTERFERENCE ....................................3 Grounding Instructions ..................................3-4 Installation ....................................... 5 Food Preparetion ....................................5-6 Cookware Guide ......................................7 Location of controls....................................8 Operation Using the Microwave for the First Time ............................. 9 Setting the Clock ......................................
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(c) DO NOT operate the oven if it is damaged. It is par�cularly Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven When using electrical appliances basic safety precau�ons should be followed, including the following. WARNING To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (con�nued) (e) Use extreme care when inser�ng a spoon or other utensil into the container. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examina�on, repair, or adjustment. 10. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: (a) DO NOT overcook food.
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RADIO INTERFERENCE Opera�on of the microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV or similar equipment. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the following measures: (a) Clean door and sealing surface of the oven. (b) Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
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(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...
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Installation Examine Your Oven Installation Unpack oven, remove all packing material and examine the oven for DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door. oven may overheat.
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Food Preparation (continued) 3) DEEP FAT FRYING 8) THERMOMETERS • DO NOT deep fat fry in your microwave oven. Cooking oils • DO NOT use a conventional may burst into flames and may cause damage to the oven and meat thermometer in may result in burns.
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Cookware Guide This section answers the question, “Can I use in the Microwave?” Aluminum Foil Glass Jars Check Microwave Safe manufacturers’ directions for recommended uses. Some microwave safe It is not recommended No. Most glass jars are not plastic containers are not suitable for cooking to use.
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Location of Controls Auto More Less Defrost Turbo Defrost Pad External Air Vent (See page 12) Internal Air Vent Stop/Reset Pad is pressed once Beverage Pad (See page 16) Door Safety Lock System during oven operation, Start Quick 30 Pad Exhaust Air Vent (See page 11) Pad must be pressed again to...
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Operation Using the Microwave Setting the Child Setting the Clock for the First Time Safety Lock Cooking Timer Press to cycle between the sound switch On or Beep system. Beep Display Window Plug into a properly grounded electrical outlet. The oven automatically defaults to the imperial measure system When the time of day appears...
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Operation (continued) Setting a Delayed Cooking Start The start time can be delayed to start cooking at a later time. To do this, first press Timer/Clock . Press Start; the cooking will start and the time will count If cooking at high power (10), down in the display.
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Operation (continued) Quick 30 Popcorn Setting a Standing (Set or add cooking time in (Example: To pop 3.5 oz (100 g). of popcorn) Time 30 seconds increments) NOTES: Pop one bag at a time. Place bag in oven according to manufacturers’ directions. Start with popcorn at room Press Popcorn until the desired Some recipes call for a standing...
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Operation (continued) Turbo Conversion Defrosting Tips & Techniques Defrost Follow the chart to convert Preparation For Freezing: 5. Drain liquids during defrosting. 1. Freeze meats, poultry, and fish in 6. Turn over (invert) items during ounces or hundredths of a packages with only one or two defrosting.
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Operation (continued) Sensor Cook Sensor Reheat NOTES: NOTES: 1. After having used the Sensor 1. After having used the Sensor Cook feature a few times, you Reheat feature a few times, you may decide you would prefer may decide you would prefer your food cooked to a different your food cooked to a different doneness –...
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Operation (continued) Sensor Cook Chart (1 - 8) See the chart below for Sensor Cook categories. Serving/Weight Hints Recipe Pierce each potato with a fork 6 times spacing around 1 - 4 potatoes surface. Place potato or potatoes around the edge of (6 - 8 oz.
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Operation (continued) Sensor Cook Chart (9 - 15) Settin g the Time r See the chart below for Sensor Cook categories. Place 1.75 oz.(50 g) pasta with 3 cups (750 ml) hot tap water in a 2 qt microwave safe casserole, salt and oil, 1.75 - 5.5 oz.
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Operation (continued) Keep Warm Beverage (Will keep food warm for up to 30 minutes after cooking) Press Keep Warm. Press Beverage and 1 will appear in the display. Power level is pre-set at PL10. Set warming time using Number pads, up to 30 minutes.
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Food Characteristics Food Characteristics Covering As with conventional cooking, moisture evaporates during microwave Bone and Fat cooking. Casserole lids or plastic wrap are used for a tighter seal. When using Both bone and fat affect cooking. Bones may cause plastic wrap, vent the plastic wrap by folding back part of the plastic wrap irregular cooking.
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RUSTING OR ARCING AND DAMAGE TO THE OVEN. AFTER USE, WIPE DRY ALL SURFACES, INCLUDING VENT OPENINGS, OVEN SEAMS, AND UNDER GLASS TRAY. Shop Accessories Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://shop.panasonic.com/support Parts Available to Order: Instructions/Operating Manual (this book) ...........
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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: Some radio and TV interference might occur when you cook with the microwave The oven causes TV oven. This interference is similar to the interference caused by small appliances interference.
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If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Corporation (referred to as so the exclusions may not apply to you.
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Specifications Power Source ............................................120 V, 60 Hz Power Consumption ........................................12 Amps, 1,400 W Cooking Power* ............................................... 1,200 W Outside Dimensions (W x H x D) ..................................⁄ ” x 1 ⁄ ” x 16 ” (519 mm x 315 mm x 407 mm) Oven Cavity Dimensions (W x H x D) ................................
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You should note the model number and the serial number of this oven in the space provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase for future reference. Model No. ______________________________ Serial No. ______________________________ Date of Purchase ________________________ Scan this code for special instructions and features Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ, 07102 -5490...