Panasonic NN-SC678C, NN-SC688S, NN-SC669S - Microwave Oven Manual

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RADIO INTERFERENCE

1. Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV or similar equipment.
2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the following measures:
   1. Clean door and sealing surface of the oven.
   2. Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
   3. Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
   4. Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
   5. Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED.

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

Improper use of the grounding can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounded plug, and 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rang of the extension cord shall be equal to or greater than the electrical rang of the appliance.

Electric Shock Hazard:
Touching some of the internal components can cause serious personal injury or death. Do not disassemble this appliance.

Electric Shock Hazard:
Improper use of the grounding can result in electric shock. Do not plug into an outlet until appliance is properly installed and grounded.

1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets, or extension cords, are not recommended.
3. If a long cord or extension cord is used:
   1. The marked electrical rang of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rang of the appliance.
   2. The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
   3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED.

In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.

This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug.

The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

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

Wiring Requirements

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

TV / RADIO/WIRELESS EQUIPMENT INTERFERENCE
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits or Microwave Oven, pursuant to Part 18 of the FCC Rules. This product can radiate radio frequency energy, which could cause interference to such products as radio, TV, baby monitor, cordless phone, Bluetooth, wireless router, etc., which can be confirmed by turning this product off and on. If present, the user is encouraged to try to correct by taking one or more of the following countermeasures:

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

Examine Your Oven

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

Placement of Oven

1. The oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface. For proper venlaon, a minimum clearance of 3.0 inches (7.5cm) is required between the oven and any adjacent walls and right side must be open. Leave a minimum clearance of 12 inches (30cm) above the oven.
   1. DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked during operaon, the oven may overheat and be damaged.
   2. DO NOT place oven near a hot, damp surface such as a gas or electric range, sink, or dishwasher.
   3. DO NOT operate oven when room humidity is excessive.
2. This oven is manufactured for household use only. It is not approved or tested for mobile vehicle, marine, or commercial use.

Follow these Safety Precauons when cooking in your oven.

Proper cooking depends upon the power, the me seng and quanty of food. If you use a smaller poron than recommended but cook at the me for the recommended poron, fire could result.

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

Location of Controls

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

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

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

1. Plug into a properly grounded electrical outlet. The oven automatically defaults to the imperial measure system (oz/lb).
   
2. Press START once to enter the weight system.
   
   Press TIMER to cycle between the weight system, Metric ( / or Imperial (oz/lb).
   
3. Press START once again to access to the sound switch system. (If you press start twice after plug-in, you can skip the weight system and access the sound switch system.)
   
   The screen will display bEEP.
   
4. Press TIMER to cycle the sound switch On or Beep OFF.
   
   The default mode is Beep On. The screen will display On.
   
5. Press TIMER once
   
   The mode change to Beep The screen will display The screen will display OFF. Press TIMER to cycle between the sound system, On or OFF.
   
6. Press STOP/RESET to confirm; a colon (: ) will appear in the display window.
   

NOTES:

1. These choices can be selected only when you plug-in the oven.
2. After beep setting, it will revert back to the metric weight measurement setting if start pad is pressed again.
3. Press STOP/RESET pad to exit.

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

NOTES:

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

1. When the time of day appears in the display, press START three times;
   
2. Press STOP/RESET three times; the display will return to the time of the day and Child Lock will be canceled.
   

NOTES

5. Drain liquids during defrosting.
6. Turn over (invert) items during defrosting.

After Defrosting:

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

Sensor Cook Chart

See the chart below for Sensor Cook categories.

OMELET
Basic Omelet Recipe

Yield: 1 Serving

1 Tablespoon butter or margarine

2 Eggs

2 Tablespoons milk

Salt and ground black pepper, if desired Heat butter in a microwave safe 8-inch round dish, 20 seconds at PL10, or until melted.

Turn the plate to coat the bottom with butter.

Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients in a separate bowl, beat together and pour into the pie plate. Cook, covered with vented plastic wrap, cook 2 min at PL10. Let stand 2 minutes. With a spatula, loosen the edges of the omelet from the plate, fold into thirds to serve. Always beat the eggs before making the omelet.

NOTE: Double ingredients for a 4-egg Omelet.

Food Characteristics

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Check foods to see that they are cooked to the United States Department of Agriculture's recommended temperatures.

To test for doneness, insert a meat thermometer in a thick or dense area away from fat or bone. NEVER leave the thermometer in the food during cooking, unless it is approved for microwave oven use.

Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven

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

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

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

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

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

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Before Requesting Service

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

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

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)
20 ⁷⁄16 " x 12 ³ ⁄8 " x 16 "
(519 mm x 315 mm x 407 mm)

Oven Cavity Dimensions (W x H x D
13 ⁄¹³₁₆" x 9 ⁄¹³₁₆" x 15 ⁄³₁"6
(351 mm x 249 mm x 386 mm)

Operating Frequency 2,450 MHz

Net Weight Approx. 27.6 lbs (12.5 kg)

*IEC Test procedure Specifications subject to change without notice.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER", "WARNING" or "CAUTION". These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. You can be exposed to a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

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

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following.

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

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific: "PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY".
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS".
4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions.
5. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
6. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes together on closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergent applied with a sponge or so cloth.
7. Keep cord away from heated surface.
8. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to overheat beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUID SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
   1. DO NOT overheat the liquid.
   2. Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
   3. DO NOT use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
   4. After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short me before removing the container.
   5. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
9. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
10. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
    1. DO NOT overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
    2. Remove wire twist-es from paper or plastic bag before placing bag in oven.
    3. If material inside of the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
    4. DO NOT use the cavity for storage purposes. DO NOT leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
11. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers, for example, closed glass jars are able to explode and should not be heated in this oven.
12. DO NOT store this appliance outdoors. DO NOT use this product near water - for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar location.
13. DO NOT immerse cord or plug in water or any other liquid.
14. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the manual.Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
15. DO NOT operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
16. DO NOT cover or block any openings on the appliance.
17. DO NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY (NOT FOR COMMERCIAL USE)

Utensil Test:

1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold water (250ml) along with the utensil in question.
   

2. Cook on maximum power for 1 min.
3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm, do not use it for microwave cooking.
4. DO NOT exceed 1 min cooking time.

KEEP THE CAVITY CLEAN