Sharp AX-1100S AX-1100 Operation Manual - Page 23

AUTOMATIC COOKING SENSOR COOK SENSOR POPCORN 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. Be sure the exterior of the cooking container and the interior of the oven are dry. Wipe off any moisture with a dry cloth or paper towel. 2. The oven works with foods at normal storage temperature. For example, popcorn would be at room temperature. 3. Any Sensor Cook selection can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment. See page 29. 4. More or less food than the quantity listed in the chart should be cooked following the guidelines in any microwave cookbook. 5. During the first part of cooking with Sensor function, selected food number will appear on the display. Do not open the oven door or press Stop/ Clear during this part of the cooking cycle. The measurement of vapor will be interrupted. If this occurs, an error message will appear. To continue cooking, press Stop/Clear and cook manually. When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from the food, the remainder of cooking time will appear. The door may be opened when remaining cooking time appears in the display. At this time, you may stir or season food, as desired. 6. If the sensor does not detect vapor properly, Err will be displayed, and the oven will turn off. 7. Check food for temperature or doneness after cooking. If food is not completely cooked, enter additional cooking time manually. Do not repeat cooking with Sensor function again as food may overcook. Covering Foods: Some foods work best when covered. Use the cover recommended in the chart. 1. Casserole lid. 2. Plastic wrap: Use plastic wrap recommended for microwave cooking. Cover dish loosely; allow approximately 1/2-inch to remain uncovered to allow steam to escape. Plastic wrap should not touch food. 3. Wax paper: Cover dish completely; fold excess wrap under dish to secure. If dish is wider than paper, overlap two pieces at least one inch to cover. Be careful when removing any covering to allow steam to escape away from you. * Suppose you want to pop a regular size popcorn with Standard time. PROCEDURE 1 Press Sensor Popcorn once. The oven starts automatically. "1" will appear in the display. NOTE: To use Sensor Popcorn, press within 3 minutes after cooking, opening and closing the door or pressing the Stop/Clear. SENSOR POPCORN CHART FOOD Popcorn AMOUNT 1 package PROCEDURE Use only popcorn packaged for the microwave. Try several brands to decide which you like. Do not try to pop unpopped kernels. 1. Regular 2.9 - 3.5 oz Press Sensor Popcorn once. "1" will appear in the display. 2. Regular light 2.9 - 3.0 oz Press Sensor Popcorn twice within 2 seconds. "2" will appear in the display. 3. Mini 1.1 - 1.55 oz Press Sensor Popcorn three times within 2 seconds. "3" will appear in the display. 21