Panasonic 2325470 Countertop Microwave Oven Owner’s Manual

Panasonic 2325470 Countertop Microwave Oven

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 words “DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”.

These words mean:

DANGER
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.

WARNING
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

CAUTION
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’s 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 closes 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 for 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.

WARNING
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” found on page 1.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 3.
4. Install or locate this appliance only by the provided installation instructions.
5. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
6. When cleaning surfaces of the door and oven that come together on closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergent applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
7. Keep the cord away from the heated surface. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea can 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:
   • DO NOT overheat the liquid.
   • Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
   • DO NOT use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
   • After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.
   • Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
8. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
9. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
   • DO NOT overcook food. Carefully attend to appliances when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
   • Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bag before placing the bag in the oven.
   • If material inside of the oven ignites, keep the oven door closed, turn the oven off, disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
   • DO NOT use the cavity for storage purposes. DO NOT leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
10. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers, for example, closed glass jars can explode and should not be heated in this oven.
11. 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 a similar location.
12. DO NOT immerse the cord or plug in water or any other liquid.
13. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapours 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.
14. DO NOT operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plugs if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
15. DO NOT cover or block any openings on the appliance.
16. DO NOT let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter.

CAUTION
Personal Injury Hazard:
Tightly-closed utensils could explode. Closed containers should be opened and plastic pouches should be pierced before cooking. See the instructions on “Materials you can use in a microwave oven.” or “Materials can not be used in a microwave oven.” There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can test the utensil in question following the procedure below.

Utensil Test

1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold water 1250mll along with the utensil in allocation UTENSILS
2. Cook on maximum power for 1 min. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm, do not
3. use it for microwave cooking. DO NOT exceed 1 min cooking time.

CAUTION
KEEP THE CAVITY CLEAN

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:
   • Clean the oor and seal the surface of the oven.
   • Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
   • Relocate the microwave oven concerning the receiver.
   • Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
   • Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits.
   • This device complies with part 18 of the FCC Rules.

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.

WARNING
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 a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord shall be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.

WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard: Improper use of the grounding can result in electric shock. Do not plug into an outlet until the 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. Long cord sets or extension cords are not recommended.
3. If a long cord or extension cord is used:
   • The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
   • The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
   • The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

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

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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 a Ground Plug equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a 3-Prong Receptacle grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

• Plug into a properly installed and grounded three-prong outlet.
• DO NOT remove the 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). 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 for Microwave Oven, under Part 18 of the FCC Rules. This product can radiate radio frequency energy, which could cause interference to such products as radios, TVs, baby monitors, cordless phones, Bluetooth, wireless routers, 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 products 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 the door and sealing surfaces of the oven. (See Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven)

IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ

CHILD SAFETY LOaCK
The Child Safety Lock function allows you to lock and unlock the microwave oven in one simple step so that children cannot accidentally operate it.

To Set

Child Safety Lock:
When the microwave is not in use and the time of day appears on the display, press Start three times.

To Disable Child

Safety Lock:
Press Stop/Reset three times; the display will return to the time of day and the Child Lock feature will be cancelled.

NOTICE

• This feature prevents the electronic operation of the oven until cancelled. It does not lock the door.
• To set or cancel the Child Safety Lock, the Start or Stop/Reset pad must be pressed 3 times within 10 seconds.

Installation

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

Placement of Oven

1. The oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface. For proper ventilation,  a minimum clearance of 3.0 inches (7.5cm) is required between the oven and any adjacent walls and the right side must be open. Leave a minimum clearance of 12 inches (30cm) above the oven.

   • DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked during
     operation, the oven may overheat and be damaged.

   • DO NOT place the oven near a hot, damp surface such as a gas
     or electric range, sink, or dishwasher.
     (c) DO NOT operate the 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.

3. DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat. If the oven overheats, a thermal safety device will turn the oven off. The oven will remain inoperable until it has cooled.

Food Preparation
Follow these Safety Precautions when cooking in your oven.

IMPORTANT
Proper cooking depends upon the power, the time setting and the quantity of food. If you use a smaller portion than recommended but cook at the time for the recommended portion, fire could result.

HOME CANNING / STERILIZING / DRYING FOODS / SMALL QUANTITIES OF FOODS

• DO NOT use your oven for home canning. Your oven cannot maintain the food at the proper canning temperature. The food may be contaminated and then spoil.
• DO NOT use the microwave oven to sterilize objects (baby bottles, etc.). It is difficult to keep the oven at the high temperature needed for sterilization.
• DO NOT dry meats, herbs, fruits or vegetables in your oven. Small quantities of food or foods with low moisture content can dry out, scorch or catch on fire if overheated.

POPCORN
Popcorn may be popped in a microwave oven corn popper. Microwave popcorn that pops in its package is also available. Follow popcorn manufacturers’ directions and use a brand suitable for the counting now or of your microwave cuon.
CAUTION: When using pre-packaged microwave popcorn, you can follow the recommended package instructions or use the Popcorn button (refer to page 10). Otherwise, the popcorn may not pop adequately or may ignite and cause a fire. Never leave the oven unattended when popping popcorn. Allow the popcorn bag to cool before opening, and always open the bag facing away from your face and body to prevent steam burns.

DEEP FAT FRYING
DO NOT deep-fat fry in your microwave oven. Cooking oils may burst into flames cause damage to the oven and may result in burns. Microwave utensils may not withstand the temperature of the hot oil, and can shatter or melt.

FOODS WITH NONPOROUS SKINS
DO NOT COOK / REHEAT WHOLE EGGS, WITH OR WITHOUT THE SHELL.

Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to explode, and possibly damage the oven or cause injury. Reheating SLICED hard-boiled eggs and cooking SCRAMBLED eggs is safe. Potatoes, apples, whole squash and sausages are examples of foods with nonporous skins. These types of todds must be pierced before microwave cooking to prevent them from exploding.

CAUTION: Cooking dry or old potatoes can cause tyres.

GLASS TRAY / COOKING CONTAINERS / FOIL
Cooking containers get hot during microwaving. Heat is transferred from the HOT food to the container and the Glass Tray. Use pot holders when removing containers from the oven or when removing lids or plastic wrap covers from cooking containers, to avoid burns.

• The Glass Tray will get hot during cooking. It should be allowed to cool before handling or before paper products, such as paper plates or microwave popcorn bags, are placed in the oven for microwave cooking.
• When using foil in the oven, allow at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) of space between the foil and the interior oven walls or door.
• Dishes with metallic trim should not be used, as arcing Food Preparation (continued)
• DO NOT use a conventional meat thermometer in your oven. Arcing may occur. Microwave-safe thermometers are available for both meat and candy.

BABY FORMULA / BABY FOOD
DO NOT heat baby formula or baby food in the microwave oven. The glass jar or surface of the food may appear warm while the interior can be so hot as to burn the infant’s mouth and esophagus.

REHEATING PASTRY PRODUCTS
When reheating pastry products, check the temperatures of any fillings before eating. Some foods have fillings, which heat faster and can be extremely hot, while the surface remains warm to the touch (for example, jelly doughnuts).

GENERAL OVEN USAGE GUIDELINES
DO NOT use the oven for any purpose other than the preparation of food.

PAPER TOWELS, CLOTHES
DO NOT use paper towels or cloths that contain a synthetic fibre woven into them. The synthetic fibre may cause the towel to Ignite. Use paper towelling under supervision.

BROWNING DISHES / OVEN COOKING BAGS

Only use browning dishes that are designed for microwave cooking. Check browning dish information for instructions/heating chart. DO NOT preheat the browning dish for more than six minutes. If an oven cooking bag is used for microwave cooking, prepare according to package directions. DO NOT use a wire twist-tie to close the bag. Instead use plastic ties, cotton string or a strip cut from the open end of the bag.

Aluminium Foil
It is not recommended to use. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to the oven wall or door and causes damage to your oven.

Browning Dish
Yes. Only use browning dishes that are designed for microwave cooking. Check browning dish information for instructions/heating chart. Do not preheat for more than six minutes.

Brown Paper Bags
No. They may cause a fire in the oven

Microwave Safe
Yes. If labelled Microwave Safe, check the manufacturer director store microwave heating. Some dinnerware may state on the back of the dish, “Over- Microwave Safe’.

Dinnerware
If unlabeled, use the CONTAINER TEST below.

Disposable Polyester Paperboard Dishes

Yes. Some frozen foods grocery stores.

Fast Food Cartons with Metal Handle

No. Metal handles may cause

Frozen Dinner Trays
I made for the microwave then yes.

Cookware Guide
This section answers the question, “Can I use the Microwave?”

Glass Jars

No. Most glass jars are not heat resistant. Check Microwave Safe manufacturers’ directions for recommended uses. Some microwave-safe plastic containers are not suitable for cooking foods with high fat or sugar content. The heat from hot food may cause warping.

Heat Resistant Oven
Glassware/Ceramic microwave cooking (See CONTAINER Plastic, Melamine No. This material absorbs microwave energy.

Metal Bakeware
No. Metal can cause arcing and damage to your oven.

Plastic Foam Cups
Yes, with caution. Plastic foam will melt if foods reach a high temperature. Use short-term only to reheat foods to a service tempter’s Dowor microwave paper cups; they

Metal Twist-Ties
No. May cause arcing which could cause a fire in the oven.

Plastic Wrap
Yes. Use to cover food during cooking to Helen mortar

Oven Cooking Bag
Yes. Follow the manufacturer’s directions. Close the bag with the nylon tie provided, a strip cut from the end of the bag, or a piece of cotton string. Do not close with a metal twist tie. Make six /rinch sits near the closure.

splattering
Should be labelled “Suitable for Microwave Heating”. Check package directions.

Straw, Wicker, Wood

Paper Plates/Cups

Yes. Use to warm cooked foods, and to cook foods that require short cooking time, such as hot dogs. Do not microwave paper cups; they may overheat and ignite. Use only for short-term reheating and to bring food to a low serving temperature. Wood may dry out split or crack.

Thermometers
Only microwave-safe

Towels & Napkins
Yes, only paper napkins/towels. Use to warm rolls and sandwiches, only if labeled safe for microwave use. Do NOT use recycled paper towels.
Parchment Paper
Yes. Use as a cover to prevent splattering

Wax Paper
Yes. Use as a cover to prevent splattering and to retain moisture.

Plastic Cookware
Yes, with caution. Should be labelled.

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 alongside the empty container to be tested, heat one (1) minute at PL 10 (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 (See page 11)
18. Sensor Reheat Pad (See page 13)
19. Sensor Cook Pad (See page 13)
20. Power level Pad (See page 10)
21. Turbo Defrost Pad (See page 12)
22. Beverage Pad (See page 16) Quick 30 Pad (See page 11)
23. More Pad (See page 11)
24. Less Pad (See page 11)
25. Number Pads
26. Timer/Clock Pad (See page 9)
27. Keep Warm Pad (See page 16)
28. Stop/Reset Pad
29. Before cooking: One tap clears all your instructions. During cooking: one tap temporarily stops the cooking process.
30. Another tap cancels all your instructions, and the time of day or colon appears in the display window.

Start Pad After
cooking program setting, one tap allows the oven to begin functioning. If the door is opened or the Stop/Reset Pad is pressed once during oven operation, the Start Pad must be pressed again to restart the 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 does 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 the cooking program setting, 6 minutes later, the oven will automatically cancel the cooking program. The display will return to the clock or colon display.

Operation

Using the Microwave for the First Time

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.
3. Press the Cooking Timer to cycle between the weight system, Metric (g/kg) or Imperial (oz/Ib).
4. Press Start once again to access the sound switch system. (If you press start twice after plug-in, you can skip the weight system and access the sound switch system.)
5. The screen will display bEEP.
6. Press the Cooking Timer to cycle between the sound switch system. Beep On or Beep OFF.
7. The default mode is Beep On. The screen will display On
8. Press the Cooking Timer once
9. The mode changed to Beep OFF.
10. The screen will display OFF.
11. Press Cooking Timer to cycle between the sound system, On or OFF.
12. 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 the beep setting, it will revert to the metric weight measurement setting if the start pad is pressed again.
3. Press the Stop/Reset pad to exit.

Setting the Clock

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

NOTES

1. To reset the clock, repeat the 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. The oven will not operate while the colon (:) is flashing.

Setting the Child Safety Lock

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 cancelled.

NOTES

1. This feature prevents the electronic operation of the oven until cancelled.  It does not lock the door.
2. To set or cancel the child safety lock, the Start or Stop/Reset pad must be pressed 3 times within 10 seconds.
3. You can set the Child Lock feature when the display shows a colon or time of day.

Operation (continued)

Cooking

1. If cooking at high power (10), skip to step 2.
2. Press Power Level until the desired power level appears in the display.
3. PL10 is the highest and PL1 is the lowest.
4. Set Cooking Time using the Number pads.
5. For all power levels, the max. working time is 99 minutes,99 seconds.
6. Press Start; the cooking will start and the time will count down in the display. At the end of cooking, five beeps will sound.

NOTES

1. For reheating, use PL10 (HIGH for liquids, PL7 (MED-HIGH) for most foods, and PL6 (MEDIUM for dense foods.
2. For defrosting, use PL3 (MED-LOW).
3. DO NOT OVERCOOK: This oven requires less time to cook than older units. Overcooking will cause food to dry out and may cause a fire. A microwave oven’s cooking power tells you the amount of microwave power available for cooking.

Stage Cooking

1. For more than one stage of cooking, repeat steps 1 and for each stage of cooking before pressing Start.

2. The maximum number of stages for cooking is three. When operating, two beeps will sound between each stage. Five beeps will sound at the end of the entire sequence.
   Note: After running the oven at PL10 power continuously for 30 min, if the cooking process is not complete, the oven will automatically adjust to PL8 power to protect the microwave and complete the cook cycle.

3. If you want to cook again at PL10 power, you will need to wait 15 min before restarting.

Setting a Delayed Start

1. The start time can be delayed to start cooking at a later time. To do this, first press Timer/Clock.
2. Enter the desired delay time (up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds) using the Number pads.
3. Press Power Level until the desired power level appears in the display. PL10 is the highest and PL1 is the lowest.
4. Set Cooking Time using the Number pads (see previous page for maximum times).

NOTES

1. When each stage finishes, the oven will beep twice. At the end of the program, the oven will beep five times.
2. If the oven door is opened during Stand Time, Kitchen Timer or Delay Time, the time on the display will continue to count down.
3. Stand Time and Delay start cannot be programmed before any automatic function. This is to prevent the starting temperature of food from rising.

Setting a Standing Time

1. Some recipes call for a standing time after cooking.
2. To do this, repeat steps 1 and 2 in the Cooking section on the previous page. Then press Timer/Clock.
3. Set the desired amount of stand time using Number pads (up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds).
4. Press Start. The timer will start and then beep twice at the end of cooking time (the beginning of standing time). Five beeps will sound when standing time is done.

Quick 30
(Set or add cooking time in 30 seconds increments)

1. Press Quick 30 until the desired cooking time (up to 5 minutes) appears on the display. Power Level is pre-set at PL10.
2. Press Start; the cooking will start and the time will count down in the display. At the end of cooking, five beeps will sound.

NOTES:

1. If desired, you can use other power levels. Select the desired power level before pressing Quick 30.
2. After setting the time by Quick 30 pad, you cannot use the Number Pads.
3. Quick 30 pad can also be used to add more time during manual cooking.

Popcorn
(Example: To pop 3.5 oz (100 g). of popcorn)

1. Press Popcorn until the desired size appears on the display. Once for 3.5 oz (100g), twice for 3.0 oz (85 g), or three times for 1.75 oz (50 g).
2. If desired, press More once to add 10 seconds or twice to add 20 seconds. Press Less once to subtract 10 seconds or twice to subtract 20 seconds.
3. Press Start; the cooking will start and the time will count down in the display. At the end of cooking, five beeps will sound.

NOTES

1.  Pop one bag at a time.
2. Place the bag in the oven according to manufacturer’s directions.
3. Start with popcorn at room temperature.
4. Allow popped corn to sit unopened for a few minutes.
5. Open the bag carefully to prevent burns, because steam will escape.
6. Do not reheat unpopped kernels or reuse the bag.
7.  If popcorn is of a different weight than listed, follow the instructions on the popcorn package.
8. Never leave the oven unattended. If popping slows to 2 to 3 seconds between pops, stop the oven.
9. Overcooking can burn popcorn or cause a fire.
10. When popping multiple bags one right after the other, the cooking time may vary slightly.
11. This does not affect the popcorn results.

Turbo Defrost

1. This feature allows you to defrost foods such as meat, poultry and seafood, simply by entering the weight. Press Turbo Defrost.
2. “dEF” will appear briefly in the display, and then a dash will appear next to the weight units. Enter the weight of the food using the Number pads.
3. Press Start. Defrosting will start. Larger-weight foods will cause a signal midway through defrosting. If two beeps sound, turn over and/or rearrange foods.
   NOTE:
   The maximum weight for Turbo Defrost is 6 lbs. (2.7 kg).

Conversion
Follow the chart to convert ounces or hundredths of a pound into tenths of a pound To use Turbo Defrost, enter the weight of the food in pounds (1.0) and tenths of a pound (0.1). If a piece of meat weighs 1.95 lbs or 1 lb 14 oz, Antor to ine.

Defrosting Tips & Techniques
Preparation For Freezing:

1. Freeze meats, poultry, and fish in packages with only one or two layers of food. Place wax paper between layers.
2. Package in heavy-duty plastic wraps, bags (labelled “For Freezer”), or freezer paper.
3. Remove as much air as possible.
4. Seal securely, date, and label.

To Defrost

1. Remove wrapper. This helps moisture to evaporate. Juices from food can get hot and cook the food.
2. Set food in a microwave-safe dish.
3. Place roasts fat-side down. Place whole poultry breast-side down.
4. Select power and minimum time so that items will be under-defrosted
5. Drain liquids during defrosting.
6. Turn over (invert) items during defrosting.

After Defrosting

1. Large items may be icy in the centre. Defrosting will be completed during Standing Time.
2. Let stand, covered, following stand time directions on page 9.
3. Rinse foods indicated in the chart.
4. Items that have been layered should be rinsed separately or have a longer stand time.

Sensor Reheat

1. Press Sensor Reheat.
2. If desired, press Sensor Reheat several times to choose 9.0,12.0, 15.0,18.0 Oz.
3. Press Start. Reheating is complete when five beeps sound.

NOTES

1. After having used the Sensor Reheat feature a few times, you may decide you would prefer your food cooked to a different doneness – that is why you would utilize the More/Less pads.
2. All foods must be previously cooked
3. Foods should always be covered loosely with plastic wrap, wax paper or casserole lid. Casseroles: Add three to four tablespoons of liquid, and cover with a lid or vented plastic wrap. Stir when the time appears in the display window.
4. Canned foods: Empty contents into a casserole dish or serving bowl, and cover the dish with a lid or vented plastic wrap. After reheating, let stand for a few minutes. A plate of food: Arrange food on the plate; top it with butter, gravy, etc. Cover with a lid or vented plastic wrap. After reheating, let stand for a few minutes.

DO NOT USE SENSOR REHEAT

1. To reheat bread and pastry products. Use manual power and time for these foods.
2. For raw or uncooked foods.
3. If the oven cavity is warm.
4. For beverages.
5. For frozen foods.

Sensor Cook

1. Press Sensor Cook until the number corresponding to the desired food appears in the display (see chart on the next page).
2. If desired, press More to add 20% more time than suggested. Press Less to subtract 20% cooking.
3. Press Start Cooking is complete when five beeps sound.

NOTES

1. After having used the Sensor Cook feature a few times, you may decide you would prefer your food cooked to a different doneness – that is why you would utilize the More/Less pads.
2. When steam is detected by the Sensor and two beeps sound, the remaining cooking time will appear in the display.
3. Automatic features are provided for your convenience. If results are not suitable to your individual preference, or if the serving size is other than what is listed on page 16, please refer to manual cooking on page 11. For the best results with the SENSOR, follow these recommendations

BEFORE Reheating/Cooking

1. The room temperature surrounding the oven should be below 95° F (35° C).
2. Food weight should exceed 4 oz. (110 g).
3. Be sure the glass tray, the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Residual beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.
4. Cover food with a lid, or with vented plastic wrap. Never use tightly sealed plastic containers-they can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.
5. DURING Reheating/Cooking: DO NOT open the oven door until two beeps sound and cooking time appear in the display. Doing so will cause inaccurate cooking since the steam from food is no longer contained within the oven
   cavity. Once the cooking time begins to count down, the oven door may be opened to stir, turn or rearrange foods.

AFTER Reheating/Cooking
All foods should have a standing time.

Sensor Cook Chart (1 – 8)
See the chart below for Sensor Cook categories.

Sensor Cook Chart (9 – 15)
See the chart below for Sensor Cook categories

Setting the Timer

1. This feature allows you to program the oven as a kitchen timer. Press Timer/Clock once.
2. Set the desired amount of time using Number pads (up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds).
3. Press Start. The timer will count down without cooking and beep five times when done.
4. Caution: If the oven lamp is lit while using the timer feature, the oven is NOT set properly; STOP OVEN IMMEDIATELY and re-read the instructions.

KeepWarm
(Will keep food warm for up to 30 minutes after cooking)

1. Press Keep Warm. Set warming time using Number pads, up to 30 minutes.
2. This example shows two minutes. At the end of warming, five beeps will sound.
3. Press Start; the cooking will start and the time will count down in the display. At the end of cooking, five beeps will sound.
   NOTES:
   Keep Warm can be set as the final stage after cook time has been manually entered. It cannot be used with sensors or autofeatures.

Beverage

1. Press Beverage and 1 will appear in the display. The power level is pre-set at PL10.
2. Press More or Less to adjust the amount of beverage. The range is 1 to 3 cups.
3. Press Start; the cooking will start and the time will count down in the display. At the end of cooking, five beeps will sound.

Food Characteristics

Bone and Fat
Both bone and fat affect cooking. Bones may cause irregular cooking. Meat next to the tips of bones may overcook while meat positioned under a large bone, such as a ham bone, may be undercooked. Large amounts of fat absorb microwave energy and the meat next to these areas may overcook.

Density
Porous, airy foods such as bread, cakes or rolls take less time to cook than heavy, dense foods such as potatoes and roast. When reheating doughnuts or other foods with different centres be very careful. Certain foods have centres made with sugar, water, or fat and these centres attract microwaves (for example, jelly doughnuts). When a jelly doughnut 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 centre.

Quantity
Two potatoes take longer to cook than one potato. As the quantity of 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 the 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 centre of the dish and thick pieces toward the edge.

Size
Thin pieces cook more quickly than thick pieces.

Starting Temperature
Foods that are at room temperature take less time to cook than if they are chilled, refrigerated or frozen.

Cooking Techniques

Piercing
Foods with skins or membranes must be pierced, scored or have a strip of skin peeled before cooking to allow steam to escape. Pierce clams, oysters, chicken livers, whole potatoes and whole vegetables. Whole apples or new potatoes should have a 1-inch strip of skin peeled before cooking. Score sausages and frankfurters. Do not Cook/Reheat whole eggs, with or without the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to explode, and possibly damage the oven or cause injury. Reheating SLICED hard-boiled eggs and cooking SCRAMBLED eggs is safe.

Food Characteristics
Covering
As with conventional cooking, moisture evaporates during microwave cooking. Casserole lids or plastic wrap are used for a tighter seal. When using plastic wrap, vent the plastic wrap by folding the back part of the plastic wrap from the edge of the dish to allow steam to escape. Loosen or remove plastic wrap as the recipe directs for stand time. When removing plastic wrap covers, as well as any glass lids, be careful to remove them away from you to avoid steam burns. Various degrees of moisture retention are also obtained by using wax paper or paper towels.

Cooking Time
Cooking times will vary because of food shape variations, starting temperature, and regional preferences. Always cook food for the minimum cooking time given in a recipe and check for doneness. If the food is undercooked, continue cooking. It is easier to add time to an undercooked product. Once the food is overcooked, nothing can be done.

Stirring
Stirring is usually necessary during microwave cooking. Always bring the cooked outside edges toward the centre and the less cooked centre 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 centre and pieces from the centre 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 on 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 centre 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 fibres. Chicken is done when juices are clear yellow and the drumstick moves freely. Fish is done when it flakes and is opaque. The cake is done when a toothpick or cake tester is inserted and comes out dean. 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 lice.

Browning
Foods will not have the same brown appearance as conventionally cooked foods or those foods that are cooked utilizing a browning feature. Meats and poultry may be coated with browning sauce, Worcestershire sauce, barbecue sauce or
shake-on browning sauce. To use, combine browning sauce with melted butter or margarine and brush on before cooking. For quick bread or muffins, brown sugar can be used in the recipe in place of granulated sugar, or the surface can be
sprinkled with dark spices before cooking.

Spacing
Individual foods, such as baked potatoes, cupcakes and appetizers, will cook more evenly if placed in the oven equal distances apart. When possible. arrange foods in a circular pattern. cooking, unless it is approved for microwave oven use.

Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven

Please see below and the following page for particular cleaning instructions for each section of the oven.
BEFORE CLEANING: Unplug the oven at the wall outlet. If the outlet is inaccessible, leave the oven door open while cleaning.
AFTER CLEANING: Be sure to place the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in the proper position and press the 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 5. Oven Cavity Floor: Clean the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent, water or window cleaner, and dry.
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 the Wave Guide Cover. It is important to keep the cover clean in the same manner as the inside of the
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 them 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 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:

Limited Warranty (Only for U.S.A.)

Panasonic Products Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA Only) workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Gora dealer in aerial 5 Consequential damages, or limital allusion on actioned in any lal or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Corporation (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace purchase price.

The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.

Online Repair Request
To submit a new repair request, and for quick repair status visit our Web Site at: http://shop.panasonic.com/support When shipping the unit, carefully pack and send it in the original (or supplied) carton. Include a letter detailing the complaint along with the bill of sales and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty. When shipping Lithium lon batteries please
visit our website at http://shop.panasonic.com/suppor Panasonic is committed to providing the most up-to-date information. IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED
TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING THE DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMERS WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER glass, plastic parts, temperature probes (if included) and normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, bug infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, maladjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Service centre or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to:

Panasonic Corporation of North America
Consumer Affairs Department 8th Fl.
Two Riverfront Plaza
Newark NJ 07102-5490

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Specifications

User’s Record
The serial number of this product may be found on the back side of the oven or the left side of the control panel. You should note the model number and the serial number of this oven in the space provided and retain this book as
a permanent record of your purchase for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No. _
Date of Purchase

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