Sharp R-326FS R-326FS Microwave Operation Manual - Page 12

SPECIAL FEATURES 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 level for various foods and quantities. 8. Check food for temperature after cooking. If additional time is needed, continue to cook manually. 9. Sensor Reheat and Popcorn can only be entered within 3 minutes after cooking, opening and closing the door or touching the STOP/CLEAR pad. There are 3 sensor settings, SENSOR REHEAT, POPCORN and SENSOR COOK. Using Sensor Settings: 1. After oven is plugged in, wait 2 minutes before using any sensor settings. 2. 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. 3. The oven works with foods at normal storage temperature. For example, popcorn would be at room temperature. 4. Any sensor setting selection can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment. See page 16. 5. More or less food than the quantity listed in the chart should be cooked following the guidelines in any microwave cookbook. 6. During the first part of sensor operation, food name will appear on the display. Do not open the oven door or touch STOP/CLEAR pad 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, touch the STOP/ CLEAR pad and cook manually. When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from the food, remainder of cooking time will appear. Door may be opened when remaining cooking 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 popping popcorn, the oven will turn off, and the correct time of day will be displayed. If the sensor does not detect vapor properly when cooking other foods, an error message will be displayed, and the oven will turn off. Covering Foods: Some foods work best when covered. Use the cover recommended in the chart for these foods. 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. SENSOR REHEAT/POPCORN Sensor Reheat and Popcorn automatically compute the correct warming or cooking time and microwave power level. You can cook by touching just one pad. Example: • Suppose you want to reheat canned chili. PROCEDURE 1 Touch SENSOR REHEAT pad. When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from the food, remainder of cooking time will appear. SENSOR REHEAT/POPCORN CHART FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE SENSOR REHEAT 4 - 36 oz Place in dish or casserole slightly larger than amount to be reheated. Flatten, if possible. Cover with lid, plastic wrap or wax paper. Use covers such as plastic wrap or lids with larger quantities of more dense foods such as stews. After reheating, stir well, if possible. Re-cover and allow to stand 2 to 3 minutes. Foods should be very hot. If not, continue to heat with variable power and time. POPCORN only 1 package at a time 1.5 - 3.5 oz Use only popcorn packaged for microwave oven use. Try several brands to decide which you like the best. Do not try to pop unpopped kernels. 10