Panasonic Dimension 4 Manual

NN-CD997S
NN-CD987W
Operating Instructions
Microwave / Convection Oven
 Model No. NN-CD997S
   NN-CD987W
Please read these instructions completely before operating this oven and keep for future reference.
A00037F40QP
F0907-0
Printed in Japan
Cook Book
Microwave / Convection Oven
  Model No. NN-CD997S
   NN-CD987W
Please read these instructions completely before operating this oven and keep for future reference.
A00037F40QP
F0907-0
Printed in Japan 

We are glad you have chosen to purchase a PANASONIC microwave/Convection 
Oven. 
Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.
If you have only used a microwave oven for reheating and defrosting, with 
Panasonic’s Inverter Technology, you can be reassured of excellent results when 
cooking a variety of foods, as the ‘soft’ penetration of microwave energy to the 
centre of food helps prevent overcooking on edges and surfaces. Foods can now 
be gently simmered without the concern...

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Operation & Hints
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Table of Contents
Before Operation
Safety Instructions .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 2, 3Installation and Earthing Instructions .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 3, 4General...

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Safety Instructions
Precautions to be taken when 
using Microwave Ovens for Heating 
foodstuffs
INSPECTION FOR DAMAGE
A microwave oven should only be used if an inspection confirms all of the following conditions:
 . The door grille is not damaged or broken .
2 .  The door fits squarely and securely and opens 
and closes smoothly  .
3 .  The door hinges are in good condition .
4 .  The metal plates of a metal seal on the door are 
neither buckled nor deformed .
5 .  The door...

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Safety Instructions
Important Instructions
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or excessive microwave energy:
 . Read all instructions before using microwave oven  .
2 .  Some products such as whole eggs and sealed 
containers - (for example, closed glass jars and sealed baby bottles with a teat) - may explode 
and should not be heated in a microwave oven .
3 .  Use this microwave oven only for its intended use 
as described in this...

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Installation and Earthing Instructions
(continuance)
General Use
 . In order to maintain high quality, do not operate 
the oven when empty  . The microwave energy will  
reflect continuously throughout the oven if no food 
or water is present to absorb energy  .
2 .  Do not dry clothes, newspapers or other materials 
in the oven .  They may catch on fire  .
3 .  Do not use recycled paper products, unless the 
paper product is labelled as safe for microwave 
oven use  ....

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General Instructions
Microwaves are a form of high frequency radio waves similar to those used by a radio, including 
AM, FM and CB .
Electricity is converted into microwave energy by the magnetron tube (which is the heart of the microwave 
oven) .
From the magnetron tube, microwave energy is 
transmitted to the oven cavity  . The microwaves are 
converted to heat in the food .  The microwaves enter 
from the outside of the food and travel through the 
food . Continued cooking to...

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Cookware and Utensil Guide
Plastics
Plastic dishes, cups and some freezer containers 
should be used with care in a microwave oven .  
Choose plastic containers carefully, as some plastic 
containers may become soft, melt and scorch .
The majority of plastic dishes, even those designed for use in the microwave oven, are not suitable for cooking foods with high fat or sugar content, or for 
lengthy cooking time . Most microwave plastic dishes 
should not be used for longer than 3 to...

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Cookware and Utensil Guide
* Check manufacturers’ recommendation, must withstand heat .
**  Follow recipe instructions  .
NOTE: See page  0 for accessories included .
MicrowaveGrillConvectionCombination
Aluminium foilfor shieldingyesyesfor shielding
Browning dishyesnonono
Brown paper bagsnononono
Dinnerware 
  oven/microwave safe 
  non-oven, microwave safe yes yes
 yes no
 yes no
 yes no
Disposable polyester 
  paperboard dishes yes* no yes*(up to 220˚C) yes*(up to 220˚C)...

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Feature Diagram
Ceramic Tray
 . Do not operate the oven without Roller Ring and Ceramic Tray in place  .
2 .  Only use Ceramic Tray specifically designed for this oven .  Do not substitute any other Ceramic tray .
3 .  If Ceramic Tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water  .
4 .  Do not cook directly on Ceramic Tray unless otherwise indicated .  Always place food in a microwave-safe 
dish, or on a rack set in a microwave-safe dish .
5 .  If food or utensils...