Sharp R-2120J manual

Follow by letter in dicatin g color K = Black, W = White Q = Bisque , S = Stainless Steel ODEL R-2120J/2130J 3.2120J manual#382 5/6/04, 2:41 PM 1[...]

2 To aid in reporting this microwave oven in case of loss or theft, please record below the model number and serial number located on the unit. We also suggest you record all the information listed and retain for future reference. MODEL NUMBER ________________________ SERIAL NUMBER ______________ DA TE OF PURCHASE ______________________ DEALER ____[...]

3 CONTENTS For Customer Assistance .......................... 2 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy ............... 2 Contents ...................................................... 3 Consumer Limited Warranty ..................... 4 Product Information Card .......................... 4 Important Safety Instructions[...]

4 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORA TION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the “Product”), when shipped in its original container , will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or r[...]

5 IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: W ARNING - 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 [...]

6 Open the bottom of the carton, bend the carton flaps back and tilt the oven over to rest on plasticfoam pad. Lift carton off oven and remove all packing materials, W ALL and T OP CABINET TEMPLA TES. SA VE THE CART ON AS IT MA Y MAKE INST ALLA TION EASIER. 1. Remove the feature sticker from the outside of the door , if there is one. 2. Check to se[...]

7 Figure 2 UNP ACKING AND INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Ground Receptacle Opening for Power Cord 4 HOOD EXHAUST DUCT When the hood is vented to the outside, a hood exhaust duct is required. All ductwork must be metal; absolutely do not use plastic duct. Check that all connections are made securely . Please read the following carefully: Exhaust connec[...]

8 UNP ACKING AND INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS • Phillips Screwdriver • Electric Drill • 1/2”, 5/8” and 3/32” Drill Bits • 1-1/2” Wood Bit or Metal Hole Cutter (if metal cabinet is used) • Saw to cut exhaust opening (if needed) • Protective Drop Cloth for product and range - you may also use carton for protection • Scissors • [...]

9 UNP ACKING AND INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS 1. T urn oven on the side. See Figure 5. 2. Follow steps (A)-(D) to remove mounting plate from the back of the oven as shown in Figure 5. (A) Release mounting plate by pulling out the lever that is on the bottom of the oven. See Figure 6. (B) When lever is out, pull that side of the mounting plate away f[...]

10 8 VENTILA TION SYSTEM (PREP ARING OVEN FOR INST ALLA TION) This Microwave Oven/Hood is designed for adaptation to three types of hood ventilation systems. Select the type required for your installation. Recirculating — non-vented, ductless. Follow installation procedure (A). Recirculating requires the use of the Charcoal Filter , which has alr[...]

11 UNP ACKING AND INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS (C) VERTICAL EXHAUST: OUTSIDE VENTILATION 1. Remove and save 2 screws from back edge and 3 screws from the top center of the Fan Cover Bracket. Remove Fan Cover Bracket by sliding it in the opposite direction of the arrow on the Fan Cover Bracket as shown in Figure 1 1. 2. Lift Hood Fan Unit carefully a[...]

12 UNP ACKING AND INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS 9 OVEN INST ALLA TION THIS OVEN CANNOT BE PROPERL Y INST ALLED WITHOUT REFERRING TO THE MOUNTING INSTRUC- TIONS FOUND ON W ALL AND TOP CABINET TEMPLA TES. THE NEXT STEP IS TO READ AND FOLLOW MOUNTING INFORMA TION ON WALL AND TOP CABINET TEMPLA TES. THIS OVEN MUST BE A TT ACHED TO A T LEAST ONE W ALL STU[...]

13 UNP ACKING AND INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Top Side Cutting Line Figure 21 (A) (B) Figure 20 Figure 22 10 PREP ARA TION AND USE OF THE CAR TON TO ASSIST IN THE INST ALLA TION OF THE MICROWA VE OVEN Utilization of the carton may make installation easier . 1. Place carton upside down. See Figure 20. 2. Using cutting line around the carton, cut int[...]

14 Tw o optional accessories are available for this oven. 1. Charcoal Filter (RK-260). This is required when hood exhaust is recirculated. See Charcoal Filter on page 34. If dealer does not stock this item, it can be ordered by calling 1-800-642-2122. 2. Filler Panel Kit. For use when the oven is installed in a 36-inch or 42-inch wide opening. The [...]

15 INFORMA TION YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR OVEN Eggs, sausages, nuts, seeds, fruits & vegetables Popcorn Baby food General ABOUT FOOD • Puncture egg yolks before cooking to prevent “explosion”. • Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash, hot dogs and sausages so that steam escapes. • Use specially bagged popcorn for the microwave ove[...]

16 ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS The following coverings are ideal: • Paper towels are good for covering foods for re- heating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon. •W ax paper can be used for cooking and reheating. • Plastic wrap that is specially marked for micro- wave use can be used for cooking and reheat- ing. DO NOT allow plastic wrap t[...]

17 ABOUT MICROW A VE COOKING • Arrange food carefully . Place thickest areas towards outside of dish. • W atch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed. Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite. • Cover foods while cooking. Check recipe or cook- book for suggestions: paper towels, wax paper , mic[...]

18 PA RT NAMES 1 Oven door with see-through window 2 Door hinges 3 Oven light It will light when oven is operating or door is open. 4 Rack holders for two rack positions. 5 Safety door latches The oven will not operate unless the door is securely closed. 6 One touch DOOR OPEN button Push to open door . 7 LIGHT HI/LO pad Press the LIGHT HI/LO pad on[...]

19 CONTROL P ANEL PA RT NAMES Number next to the control panel illustration indicates pages on which there are feature descriptions and usage information. 21 22-23 25-26 32 24 23 Words in the lower portion of the display will light to indicate what function is in progress. 31 30 20 20 27-28 26 28-29 29 30 30 32 3.2120J manual#382 5/6/04, 2:41 PM 19[...]

20 BEFORE OPERA TING • Before operating your new microwave oven make sure you read and understand this operation manual completely . • Before the oven can be used, follow these proce- dures: 1. Plug in the oven. Close the door . The oven display will show . 2. T ouch the Stop/Clear pad. : will appear . 3. Set clock. TO SET THE CLOCK • Suppose[...]

21 When the defrost time is complete, a long tone will sound and END will appear in the display. USING THE RACK The rack allows several foods to be cooked or reheated at one time. There are two available rack positions. Select the rack position that maximizes space around and between the foods. Follow directions in Sensor Reheat for using the rack [...]

22 SENSOR CENTER Sharp's Sensor is a semi-conductor device that detects the vapor (moisture and humidity) emitted from the food as it heats. The sensor adjusts the cooking times and power level for various foods and quantities. Using Sensor Settings: 1. After oven is plugged in, wait 2 minutes before using Sensor Center . 2. Be sure the exteri[...]

23 SPECIAL FEA TURES COOK COOK will automatically compute the microwave power and cooking time for foods shown in the chart below . Y ou don't need to enter the weight or quantity of the food. • Suppose you want to cook a baked potato. REHEA T CHART CONT . FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE 2. WITH STIR 3. NO STIR 13 x 9 x 2" glass utility casserole[...]

24 POPCORN CHART FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE SPECIAL FEA TURES COOK CHAR T CONT . FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE 4. Frozen V egetables .25 - 1.25 lb Add no water . Cover with lid or plastic wrap. After cooking, stir and let stand covered for 3 minutes. 5. Frozen Entrees 1 or 2 (6 - 17 oz) Use this pad for frozen, convenience foods. It will give satisfactory resul[...]

25 SPECIAL FEA TURES MEAL TIME Y our oven has 3 convenient pads to assist with meal preparation. There are some foods under Breakfast Bar and Lunch on the Run that use the sensor . See the Sensor Center information on page 22. For foods not using the sensor , follow the directions in the Interactive Display to enter quantity . NOTE FOR SPECIAL FEA [...]

26 BREAKF AST BAR CHART CONT . FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE SPECIAL FEA TURES 4. Scrambled Eggs For each egg, use 1 teaspoon of butter or margarine and 1 tablespoon of milk. Place butter or margarine in dish, measuring cup or casserole large enough for the egg to expand. Mix egg and milk together . Pour on to butter or margarine in dish. Place in oven and[...]

27 SPECIAL FEA TURES DINNER DELIGHT RECIPES (RECIPES SERVE 6) Place in a 3 quart casserole: 8 - 9 ounces fresh tortellini 2 cups water Stir well and cover. Touch DINNER DELIGHTS, number 4 and touch START/Minute Plus . At pause, stir well and add: 1 jar (17 ounces) creamy Alfredo sauce or 1 3 / 4 cups of medium, white cheese sauce 1 1 / 4 pounds com[...]

28 5. ORZO VEGET ARIAN MEDLEY Place in a 3 quart casserole: 1 cup orzo or other tiny shaped pasta 3 1 / 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth 1 / 4 cup pesto sauce (fresh or reconstituted from dry) 1 / 2 cup small pieces of sundried tomatoes 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning Stir well and cover. Touch DINNER DELIGHTS, number 5 a[...]

29 Use boneless breast of chicken or turkey. After each stage, if there are warm or thawed portions, rearrange or remove. Let stand, covered, for 5 to 10 minutes. 4. Boneless Poultry .5 - 2.0 lb Arrange pieces with meatiest portions toward outside of glass dish or microwave safe rack. After each stage, if there are warm or thawed portions, rearrang[...]

30 SPECIAL FEA TURES SHORT CUTS SHORT CUTS automatically compute the correct heating time and microwave power level for melting, softening and warming foods shown in the chart. • Suppose you want to melt 1 square of chocolate. NOTE: 1. T o melt, soften or warm other food or foods except the quantity listed in the SHORT CUTS CHAR T, use manual ope[...]

31 MUL TIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING Your oven can be programmed for up to 4 automatic cooking sequences, switching from one power level setting to another automatically. Sometimes cooking directions tell you to start on one power level and then change to a different power level. Your oven can do this automatically. • Suppose you want to cook roast beef[...]

32 OTHER CONVENIENT FEA TURES HELP Each setting has a cooking hint. If you wish to check, touch Custom Help whenever HELP is lighted in the Interactive Display for these and other manual opera- tion hints. MINUTE PLUS MINUTE PLUS allows you to cook for a minute at 100% by simply touching the START/Minute Plus pad. You can also extend cooking time i[...]

33 Exterior The outside surface is precoated steel and plastic. Clean the outside with mild soap and water; rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use any type of household or abra- sive cleaner . Door Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters. Metal parts will be easier to maintain if wiped frequently with a[...]

34 CHARCOAL FIL TER Charcoal Filter , Sharp part number RK-260 which was installed in your oven, is used for nonvented, recircu- lated installation. The filter should be changed every 6 to 12 months depending on use. See page 14 for ordering information. 1. Disconnect power to the oven at the circuit breaker panel or by unplugging. 2. Remove the th[...]

35 Please check the following before calling for service: Place one cup of water in a glass measuring cup in the oven and close the door securely. Operate the oven for one minute at HIGH 100%. A Does the oven light come on? YES _______ NO _______ B Does the cooling fan work? YES _______ NO _______ (Put your hand over the left side of louver.) C Is [...]

36 PERSONAL RECIPES AND NOTES I have enclosed a check made payable to Sharp Accessories & Supplies Center. Please bill my VISA MASTERCARD AMERICAN EXPRESS Acct. No. _______________________________________ Expiration date _____ / _____ Signature_________________________________________________________________ (All credit card orders must be sign[...]

37 1 Pulse la tecla SENSOR CEN- TER Cook y el numero 6 para Carne Molida. 2 Pulse la tecla ST ART/Minute Plus . COCCIÓN (COOK) REHEA T COCCIÓN T ABLA TIPO DE COMIDA CANTIDAD 1. Papa Asada 2. V erdura: (suave) 3. V erdura: (firme) 4. V edura Congel. 5. Plato Fuerte Congel. 6. Carne Molida 7. Arroz 8. Pescado/Mariscos 9. Pechuga de Pollo 1 a 8 med.[...]

38 SHORT CUTS T ABLA TIPO DE COMIDA CANTIDAD 2 tbsp o 1 / 2 taza 1 taza cuadritos o 1 cuadro 1 pinta o 1 / 2 galón 3 o 8 oz. 1 / 4 o 1 / 2 taza 1 / 4 o 1 / 2 taza Derrita 1. Mantequilla 2. Chocolate Suavice 1. Helado 2. Crema de Queso Caliente 1. Jarabe 2. Cubierta de Postre START Minute Plus Keep Warm Plus 2 5 0 0 KEEP W ARM PLUS 1 Pulse la tecla[...]

39 AUTO-TOUCH GUIDE For more complete information and safety precautions, refer to your Operation Manual. 1 T ouch SENSOR CENTER Cook pad and number 6 for Ground Meat. 2 T ouch ST ART/Minute Plus pad. COOK REHEA T COOK CHAR T FOOD AMOUNT 1. Baked Potatoes 2. Fresh V egetables (soft) 3. Fresh V egetables (hard) 4. Frozen V egetables 5. Frozen Entree[...]

EASY DEFROST 1 T ouch Easy Defrost pad once and number 2 to select Steaks/ Chops. Enter weight. (Ex: 2.0 lb.) T ouch ST ART/ Minute Plus pad. The oven will stop and directions will be displayed. Follow the indicated message. 2 After the 1st stage, open the door , turn steak over and shield any warm portions. Close the door . T ouch ST ART/Minute Pl[...]