Sharp KB-3425LS KB-3425LS , KB-3425LK , KB-3425LW Operation Manual - Page 20

Microwave Drawer cooking Sensor Settings 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 levels for various foods and quantities. Using Sensor Settings: 1 After the range is plugged in, wait 2 minutes before using any sensor setting. 2 Be sure the exterior of the cooking container and the interior of the Microwave Drawer are dry. Wipe off any moisture with a dry cloth or paper towel. 3 The sensor works with foods at normal storage temperature. For example, popcorn would be at room temperature. 4 Any sensor selection can be programmed with More/Less Time Adjustment. See page 28. 5 More or less food than the quantity listed in the charts should be cooked following the guidelines in any microwave cookbook. 6 During the first part of sensor use "Sensing" will flash on the display. Do not open the Microwave Drawer or touch Stop/Clear during this part of the cycle. The measurement of vapor will be interrupted. If this occurs, an error message will appear. To continue cooking, touch the Stop/Clear pad and cook manually. When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from the food, the remainder of cooking/reheating time will appear. The Microwave Drawer may be opened when the remaining time appears on the display. At this time, you may stir or season food, as desired. 7 If the sensor does not detect vapor properly when cooking or reheating foods, error messages will be displayed, and the microwave will turn off. 8 Check food temperature after cooking. If additional time is needed, continue to cook manually. 9 Some foods have additional cooking tips in "Custom Help". Touch the Custom Help pad when it is showing in the display for additional cooking tips. Covering Foods: Some foods work best when covered. Use the cover recommended in the procedure for these foods. You may refer to the hints by touching the Custom Help pad. 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. Reheat You can reheat many foods without the need to calculate cooking times or power levels. When you select Reheat from either the Home Screen or the Microwave Drawer Home Page, you will see six options. Most of these foods are reheated using the sensor. The foods that use the sensor are indicated with "*" in the chart on page 21. When reheating foods with the sensor, it is not necessary to enter quantity or weight. See the sensor cooking information above. Some foods are best reheated without using the sensor. For reheating these foods, simply follow the directions on the touchscreen to enter quantity or weight. Either way, you'll get automatic cooking without the guesswork. See next page for programming instructions. 20