Panasonic Micorwave Oven Nn Sd681 Owners Manual

owner's Manual 
Microwave oven
Household Use Only
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safety information
Precautions .........................Inside cover
important safety instructions .........1-3
installation and grounding
instructions .......................................4-5
safety Precautions ...........................6-7
operation
Inverter Melt & Soften Feature ............19
Inverter Melt & Soften Chart................2•f
Microwave Recipes .............................2•f...

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.
Precautions to avoid 
Possible eXPosure to 
eXcessive MicroWave energy
(a) 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 impor-
tant not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front...

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ImpOrTanT SafeTy InSTrUcTIOnS
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure
to excessive microwave energy:
Áf. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOÁbSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY,” found on the inside front 
cover. 
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet.  See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 4.
4. As with any cooking appliance,  DO...

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Áf6. Some products such as whole eggs with or without shell, narrow neck bottles and sealed containers—for example, closed glass jars—may explode and 
should not be heated in this oven. 
Áf7. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: (a) DO nOT overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or  
other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
(b) Remove wire twistÁbties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in  oven. 
(c)  If material inside...

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SaVe THeSe InSTrUcTIOnS
For proper use of your oven, read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions.
glass Tray
Áf. DO nOT operate the oven without the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in
place.
2.  DO nOT operate the oven without the Glass Tray fully engaged on the drive
hub. Improper cooking or damage to the oven could result. Verify that the
Glass Tray is properly engaged and rotating by observing its rotation when
you press Start.  nOTe:The Glass Tray can turn in either direction.
3. Use...

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examine your Oven
Unpack oven, remove all packing material and examine the oven for any damÁb
age such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify dealer
immediately if oven is damaged. DO NOT install if oven is damaged.
placement of Oven
Áf. The oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface. Place the front surface ofthe door three inches or more from the counter top edge to avoid accidental
tipping of the microwave oven during normal use. For proper operation, the
oven must have...

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power Supply
Áf. A short powerÁbsupply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becomingentangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.  Do notlet cord hang over edge of a table or counter.
3. If a long cord or extension cord is used, (Áf) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, (2)
the extension...

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Follow These Safety Precautions When Cooking in Your Oven.
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proper cooking depends upon the power, the time setting and quantity of
food. If you use a smaller portion than recommended but cook at the time
for the recommended portion, fire could result. 
\b) 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...

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\f) gLaSS Tray / cOOKIng cOnTaInerS / fOIL
• Cooking containers get hot during microwaving. heat is transferred from thehOT 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...

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cookware guide
ITemmIcrOwaVe cOmmenTS
Yes for  Small strips of foil can be molded around thin parts of 
Aluminum Foil Shielding  meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur
only if foil is too close to oven wall or door and damage to your  oven will result.
Browning dishes are designed for microwave cooking 
Browning Dish Yes only. Check browning dish information for instructions 
and heating chart. Do not preheat for more than 6 minutes.
Brown paper bags No May cause a fire in the oven....