Panasonic Microwave Oven Nn Gx35 Operating Instructions
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9 20 Quick Min Function This feature allows you to set and/or add cook- ing times easily in multiples of one minute.NOTE: 1.Quick Mincan be set only within one minute after placing food into the microwave oven and closing the door. Otherwise, the oven will beep twice and you will need to open and close the door again. 2. You can use other power levels. Select desired power level before pressing Quick MinPad. 3. After setting the time by Quick MinPad, you cannot use Number Pads, but after using Number Pads, you can use Quick MinPad to add more cooking time.To Set Cooking Time:1. • Press. ➤Cooking for one minute by HIGH power will start immediately. 2. To add more • Press Quick Min Pad to cooking time: add more time during cooking. To verify the additional cooking time, check the Display Window. (up to 10 taps/minutes)To Use Child Safety Lock This feature prevents the electronic operation of the oven until cancelled. It does not lock the door.To Set: • Child appears on the Display Window.➤Child continues to be displayed until Child Lock is can- celled. Keypads may be pressed but the microwave will not start. To Cancel: • The Display Window will return to colon or time of day when Child Lock has been cancelled. Press 3 times. Press 3 times. Brown Function How do I program Brown and Time?Directions for Browning When Browning, heat is radiated from the two elements at the top of the oven. The Browning elements do not require preheating. Browning is particularly useful for reheating crispy foods such as fried chicken or chicken nuggets. It is also suitable for hot sandwiches and au gratin dishes. Place food to be Browned on Wire Rack and place Wire Rack on Glass Tray. A heat-proof dish can be placed underneath Wire Rack to catch oil drippings from foods. Select Brown setting, set the time and start the oven. The food being Browned can be turned over after half the Browning time. When the oven door is opened the program is interrupted. Turn the food over, place it back the oven, close the door and restart oven. While Browning, the oven door can be opened at any time to check the food.1. • Select Brown Pad. 2. • Set Cooking Time using number pads. 3. • Press➤Cooking time will appear on the Display Window and begin to count down Press. Limited Warranty & Customer Services Directory Panasonic Microwave Oven Product Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively 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, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor. PARTS LABOR ALL PARTS(EXCEPT MAGNETRON TUBE)1 (ONE) YEAR 1 (ONE) YEAR MAGNETRON TUBE 5 (FIVE) YEAR 1 (ONE) YEAR During the Labor warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the Parts warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your product during the warranty period. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold as is. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service. Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or visit Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. 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, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment 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 Servicenter 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, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if applicable, or travel to and from the servicer. The items listed are not exclusive, but are 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 others 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 Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantors Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor. PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.Customer Services DirectoryPANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA CORPORATION OF AMERICA ELECTRIC OF PUERTO RICO, INC., One Panasonic Way Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5 Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and all Customer Service inquiries please contact: 1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 9 am-7 pm, EST. Service in Puerto Rico Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/Factory Servicenter: Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Phone (787) 750-4300 Fax (787) 768-2910 Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com you can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site.Accessory Purchases:1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only) Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (6 am to 5 pm Monday-Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST) (Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check) Example: To brown for 3 minutesWire Rack Heat-proof dish Glass TrayCaution: Food and accessories will be hot after brown- ing. Use oven mitts when removing.
10 19 Before Requesting Service All these things are normal:The oven causes Some radio and TV interference might occur when you cook with the interference with microwave oven. This interference is similar to the interference caused my TV. by small appliances such as mixers, vacuums, blow dryers, etc. It does not indicate a problem with your oven.The oven lights dim. When cooking with a power other than HIGH power, the oven must cycle to obtain the lower power levels. The oven light will dim and clicking noises can be heard when the oven cycles.Steam accumulates During cooking, steam and warm air are given off from the food. Most on the oven door and of the steam and warm air are removed from the oven by the air which warm air comes from circulates in the oven cavity. However, some steam will condense on the oven vents. cooler surfaces such as the oven door. This is normal.I accidentally ran my Running the oven empty for a short time will not damage the oven. microwave oven However, we do not recommend operating the microwave oven without any food in it. without any food in it.PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDYOven will not turn on. The oven is not plugged in Remove plug from outlet, wait securely. 10 seconds and reinsert. Circuit breaker or fuse is Reset circuit breaker or replace tripped or blown. fuse. There is a problem with the Plug another appliance into the outlet. outlet to check if it is working. Oven will not start cooking. The door is not closed completely. Close the oven door securely. Another program is already Press Stop/ResetPad to entered into the oven. cancel the previous program and enter new program.Quick Min Function was pressed Open and close the oven door, more than one minute after closing then press Quick Min the oven door. Function again. ➔ ➔ StartPad was not pressed after Press Start Pad. programming.Stop/ResetPad has been pressed Program oven again. accidentally. The program is not correct. Program again according to the Operating Instructions.The Roller Ring and oven bottom Clean these parts according to are dirty.Care of Your Microwave Oven. When the oven is operating, there is noise coming from the glass tray. ➔ Defrosting Tips & Techniques Before Freezing:1. Freeze meats, poultry, and fish in packages with only 1 or 2 layers of food. Place wax paper between layers. 2. Package in heavy-duty plastic wraps, bags (labeled “For Freezer”), or freezer paper. 3. Remove as much air as possible, i.e. create a vacuum. 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 on microwave safe roasting rack in an appropriately sized dish. 3. Place roasts fat-side down. Place whole poultry breast-side down. 4. Drain liquids during defrosting. 5. Turn over (invert) items during defrosting. 6. Shield edges and ends if needed. (See Cooking Techniques). 7. Select power and minimum time so that items will be under-defrosted.After Defrosting:1. Large items may be icy in the center. Defrosting will complete during STANDING TIME. 2. Let stand, covered with plastic wrap, in the refrigerator for time shown in the chart below. 3. See chart below for standing time and rinsing directions. 4. Items which have been layered should be rinsed separately or have a longer stand time. RECOMMENDED FOOD DEFROST TIME DURING DEFROSTING AFTER DEFROSTING (min./lb.) Stand Time Rinse Fish and Seafood [up to 3 lbs. (1.4 kg)] Crabmeat 6 Break apart/Rearrange Fish Steaks 4 to 6 Turn over YES Fish Fillets 4 to 6 Turn over/Rearrange/Shield ends5 min. Sea Scallops 4 to 6 Break apart/Remove defrosted pieces Whole fish 4 to 6 Turn over MeatTurn over/Remove defrosted portion/ Ground Meat 6 to 7 Shield edges 10 min. Roasts 4 to 8Turn over/Shield ends and 30 min. in refrig. [21/2-4 lbs. (1.1-1.8 kg)] defrosted surface Chops/Steak 6 to 8 Turn over/Rearrange/Shield ends and defrosted surface Ribs/T-bone 6 to 8 Turn over/Rearrange/Shield ends and defrosted surface 5 min.NO Stew Meat 4 to 8 Break apart/Rearrange/ Remove defrosted pieces Liver (thin sliced) 4 to 6 Drain liquid/Turn over/ Separate pieces Bacon (sliced) 4 Turn over - - - - Poultry Chicken, Whole 4 to 6 Turn over/Shield 20 min. in refrig. [up to 3 lbs. (1.4 kg)] Cutlets 4 to 6 Break apart/Turn over/ YES Remove defrosted Pieces5 min. Pieces 4 to 6 Break apart/Turn over/Shield Cornish Hens 6 to 8 Turn over/Shield10 min. Turkey Breast 6 Turn over/Shield 20 min. in refrig. [5-6 lbs. (2.3-2.7 kg)] The Glass Tray is not positioned Take out Glass Tray and Roller properly on the Roller Ring or there Ring. Wipe with a damp cloth and is food under the Roller Ring. reset Roller Ring and Glass Tray properly. The Glass Tray wobbles. ➔
11 18 Care of Your Microwave Oven ORDER FORMDESCRIPTION PART NUMBERInstruction / Operating Manual (this book) F00035G60AP Glass Tray A06015G10XN Roller Ring Assembly F290D5G10XN For pricing quotes, call or write the Parts & Literature Department at the phone or address listed below. Please have your credit card information readily available. Shipping & handling are not included. Price & availability subject to change. Sorry, no COD’s. PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY 20421 84th Avenue South (800) 833-9626 - Phone Kent, WA 98032 (800) 237-9080 - FAX You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site: Web Site: http://www.Panasonic.comBEFORE CLEANING: Unplug at socket of the oven. If impossible, leave oven door open to prevent oven from accidentally turning on. AFTER CLEANING: Be sure to replace the Roller Ring and Glass Tray in the proper position and press Stop/ResetPad to clear the Display Window. Inside of the oven: Wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if the oven gets very dirty. The use of harsh detergent or abrasives is not recommended. Glass Tray: Remove and wash in warm soapy water or in a dishwasher. 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 ventila- tion openings. Oven Door: Wipe with a soft 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 the oven door.) This is normal. Inside surface is covered with a heat and vapour barrier film. Do not remove. Roller Ring and oven cavity floor: Wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent water or window cleaner and dry. Roller Ring may be washed in mild soapy water or dishwash- er. These areas should be kept clean to avoid excessive noise.Control Panel: * Covered with a removable pro- tective film to prevent scratches during shipping. Small bubbles may appear under this film. (Hint - To remove film, apply 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 deter- gents or abrasives on the Control Panel. Do not remover cover. Additional Method for Cooking Popcorn When using popcorn pad, the weight may not be the same as offered. By using the number pad 1or 0, the programs can be adjusted to cook popcorn for a heavier or lighter weight. Press 1or 0pads before pressing Start. NOTES ON POPCORN PAD: 1. Use prepackaged room temperature microwave popcorn. Read manufacturers instructions. 2. Place bag in oven according to manufacturers directions. 3. Pop only one bag at a time. 4. To obtain best cooking results, fold in the four corners of the bag, so that bag turns freely. 5. After popping, allow the contents of the bag to cool for a few minutes before opening. Open bag carefully away from face and body because popcorn and steam are extremely hot. 6. Do not reheat unpopped kernels or reuse bag. 7. NEVER leave oven unattended when pop- ping popcorn. Stop the oven when popping slows to 2 to 3 seconds between pops. Overcooking may cause scorching. REMARK: 1. Popcorn bags of various weight may have the same cooking time. 2. Cooking time for popcorn may vary with power line voltage. Popcorn Function Example: To heat 3.5 oz. of Popcorn 4. • Press StartPad. ➤ After several seconds, cooking time appearson the Display Windowand begins to count down. 3. 1. • Press twice. 2. Press To control by 1or 0pad: Press or Optional.Press. 3.5 oz (99 g) 3.0 oz (85 g) once twice Wire Rack 1 tap = More+ 2 taps = More++ 1 taps = Less- 2 taps = Less--
1217 Cooking Techniques Cooking Techniques ShieldingThin areas of meat and poultry cook more quickly than meaty portions. To prevent overcooking, these thin areas can be shielded with strips of aluminum foil. Wooden toothpicks may be used to hold the foil in place.TimingA range in cooking time is given in each recipe. The time range compensates for the uncontrol- lable differences in food shapes, starting temper- ature, 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.StirringStirring is usually necessary during microwave cooking. We have noted when stirring is helpful, using the words once, twice, frequently, or occa- sionally to describe the amount of stirring neces- sary. Always bring the cooked outside edges toward the center and the less cooked center por- tions toward the outside of the dish.RearrangingRearrange small items such as chicken pieces, shrimp, hamburger patties, or pork chops. Rearrange pieces from the edge to the center and pieces from the center to the edge of the dish.TurningIt is not possible to stir some foods to redistribute the heat. At times, microwave energy will concen- trate in one area of a food. To help insure even cooking, these foods need to be turned. Turn over large foods, such as roasts or turkeys, halfway through cooking.Stand TimeMost foods will continue to cook by conduction after the microwave oven is turned off. In meat cookery, 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 center without overcooking on the edges.Test for DonenessThe same tests for doneness used in convention- al cooking may be used for microwave cooking. Meat is done when fork-tender or splits at fibers. Chicken is done when juices are clear yellow and drumstick moves freely. Fish is done when it flakes and is opaque. Cake is done when a tooth- pick or cake tester is inserted and comes out clean. Candy is done when it reaches the proper temperature for each stage of crystallization. SpacingIndividual foods, such as baked potatoes, cup- cakes and appetizers, will cook more evenly if placed in the oven equal distances apart. When possible, arrange foods in a circular pattern.CoveringAs with conventional cooking, moisture evapo- rates during microwave cooking. Casserole lids or plastic wrap are used for a tighter seal. When using plastic wrap, vent the plastic wrap by fold- ing back part of the plastic wrap from the edge of the dish to allow steam to escape. Loosen or remove plastic wrap as 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. However, unless specified, a recipe is cooked covered. These are tested and pre-timed (based on the power rating of this oven) for the quantity of food listed in the chart on page 13. Locale, power fluc- tuations and personal tastes are not taken into account. Should you prefer your food cooked dif- ferently, use power and time method shown on page 8. Auto Cook Example: To cook 2 pieces of Potatoes1. Press until desired menu number appears on Display Window. 2. • Press until the desired quantity appears on the Display Window. 3. • Press. ➤Cooking time appears on the Display Window and begins to count down. This feature allows you to reheat 1 to 4 serv- ings of precooked room temperature and refrig- erator temperature foods without setting power and time. Reheat Function 1. • Press once. 2. • Press until the desired number of servings appears on the Display Window. 3. • Press. ➤Cooking time appears on the Display Window and begins to count down. Example: To Reheat 2 servingNOTES: For best results, follow these recom- mendations: 1.All foods must be previously cooked. 2.Foods should always be covered loosely with plastic wrap, wax paper or casserole lid. 3.All foods should have a covered stand time of 3 to 5 minutes. 4.DO NOTreheat bread and pastry products using Reheat. Use manual power and time instead. 5.DO NOTreheat beverages. 6.Times are based on an approximate serving size of 4 oz. 7.A plate of food is normally 3-4 servings. Press Auto Reheat pad to indicate number or servings once twice three times four times4-6 oz. 8 oz. 12 oz. 16 oz. Average Serving SizePress 3 times.
Category Serving/Weight Hints 1.Auto Reheat 1, 2, 3, 4 servings see page12. 2.Popcorn3.5, 3 oz see page11. (99, 85 g) 3.Potatoes 1, 2, 3, 4 pcs Pierce each potato with a fork 6 times spacing ( 6-8 oz , each ) around surface. Place Potato or Potatoes around ( 170 - 225 g ) edge of paper-towel-lined Glass Tray (Turntable), at least 1-inch (2.5 cm) apart. Do not cover. Let stand 5 minutes to complete cooking. 4.Frozen6, 10, 16 oz Follow manufacturers’ directions. Do not salt until Vegetables( 170, 300, 450 g ) after cooking. Not suitable for vegetables in butter or sauce. 5.Frozen1, 2, 3 sticks Place frozen garlic bread stick/s on wire rack. A Garlic( 1-2 oz , each ) microwave/ heat safe dish can be placed Bread Stick( 28 - 56 g ) underneath wire rack to catch oil drippings. 6.Grilled 1 sandwichPlace fresh sandwich on wire rack. When SandwichMicrowave oven beeps, turn sandwich over using a spatula. Use oven mitts when touching wire rack. 7.Chicken 4, 6, 8, 10 pcs Place pre-cooked chicken nuggets on wire rack. NuggetsA microwave/ heat safe dish can be placed underneath wire rack to catch oil drippings. 8.Fried4, 8, 12 oz Place pre-cooked fried chicken on wire rack. A Chicken( 110, 225, 340 g ) microwave/ heat safe dish can be placed underneath wire rack to catch oil drippings. When microwave oven beeps, turn chicken over using tongs. Use oven mitts when touching wire rack or dish. 16 13 Food Characteristics Cooking Techniques Bone and FatBoth 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.DensityPorous, airy foods such as breads, cakes or rolls take less time to cook than heavy, dense foods such as potatoes and roasts. When reheating donuts or other foods with different centers be very careful. Certain foods have centers made with sugar, water, or fat and these centers attract microwaves (For ex., jelly donuts). When a jelly donut 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 center.QuantityTwo potatoes take longer to cook than one pota- to. As the quantity of the food increases so does the cooking time. When cooking small amounts of food such as one or two potatoes, do not leave oven unattended. The moisture content in the food may decrease and a fire could result.ShapeUniform 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 center of the dish and thick pieces toward the edge.SizeThin pieces cook more quickly than thick pieces.Starting TemperatureFoods that are room temperature take less time to cook than if they are chilled, refrigerated, or frozen. PiercingFoods with skins or membranes must be pierced scored or have a strip of skin peeled before cook- ing to allow steam to escape. Pierce whole egg yolks and whites, 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.BrowningFoods will not have the same brown appearance as conventionally cooked foods or those foods which 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; brush on before cooking. For quick breads 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 baking. Auto Cook The following chart is the recommended serving/weights for Auto Cook. * Category 1, 2, 3, 4 These menu items use microwave energy only. Place food onto the glass tray. * Category 5, 6, 7, 8 These menu items use energy from both the microwave and the browner. Place food on top of the wire rack. Wire Rack Heat-proof dish Glass Tray Glass Tray
14 15 Example: To stand for 5 mins. after cook- ing (3 mins. at MEDIUM Power) 1. • Enter the desired cook- ing program (see page 8 for directions). 2. • Press once. 3. • Set desired amount of Stand Time using num- ber pads. (up to 99 min- utes and 99 seconds) 4. • Press. ➤Cooking will start. After cooking, stand time will count down without oven operat- ing. 1. • Press once. 2. • Set desired amount of time using number pads. (up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds). 3. • Press. ➤Time will count down without oven operating. To Use as a Kitchen Timer: To Set Stand Time: Example: To start cooking 5 minutes later. (3 mins. at MEDIUM Power).To Set Delay Start: This feature allows you to program a Standing Time after cooking is completed and to program the oven as a minute timer and/or to program a delay start. 1. • Press once. 2. • Enter desired amount of delayed time using number pads. (up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds) 3. • Enter the desired cook- ing program (see page 8 for directions). 4. • Press. ➤Delayed time will count down. Then cooking will start. Press 3 times NOTES: 1. When each stage finishes, a two-beep signal sounds. At the end of the program, the oven will beep five times. 2. If oven door is opened during Stand Time or Kitchen Timer, the time on the screen will con- tinue to count down. 3. Stand time and Delay time cannot be pro- grammed before any Auto Control Function. This is to prevent the starting temperature of food from rising before cooking begins. A change in starting temperature could cause inaccurate results. Timer Setting Example: To count 5 minutes Press 3 timesTIME FOOD POWER DIRECTIONS (in mins.) To separateBacon, High 30 sec. Remove wrapper and place in microwave 1 pound (450 g) safe dish. After heating, use a plastic spatula to separate slices. To soften Brown SugarHigh 20 - 30 sec. Place brown sugar in microwave safe dish 1 cup (250 mL)with a slice of bread. Cover with plastic wrap. To softenButter, LOW 1 1/2 Remove wrapper and place butter in a 1 stick, 1/4pound (110 g) microwave-safe dish. To meltButter,MEDIUM 1 1/2- 2 Remove wrapper and place butter in a 1 stick 1/4pound (110 g) microwave-safe dish covered with plastic wrap. To meltChocolate,High 1 - 11/2 Remove wrapper and place chocolate 1 square, 1 oz. (28 g) in a microwave-safe dish. Stir before To meltChocolate,High 1 - 1 1/2 adding more time. (Stir until completely 1/2cup (125 mL) chips melted.) Note: Chocolate holds its shape even when softened. To toastCoconut,High 1 Place in a microwave-safe dish.1/2cup (125 mL) Stir every 30 seconds. To soften Cream Cheese,LOW 1 - 2 Remove wrapper and place in a 8 oz. (250 g) microwave-safe bowl. To brown Ground Beef,High 4 - 5 Crumble into a microwave-safe colander 1 pound (450 g) set into another dish. Stir twice. Drain grease. To steam Hand Towels- 4 High 20 - 30 sec. Soak in water, then wring out excess. Place on a microwave-safe dish. Heat. Present immediately. To soften Ice Cream,LOW 1 - 1 1/2 Check often to prevent melting. 1/2gallon (2L) Cup of liquid boiling water, broth,etc. High 1 cup, 8 oz. (250 mL) 2 1/3- 3 Heated liquids can erupt if not stirred. 2 cups, 16 oz. (500 mL) 4 Do not heat liquids in microwave oven to heat milkMEDIUM without stirring before and after heating. 1 cup, 8 oz. (250 mL) 2 - 31/2 2 cups, 16 oz. (500 mL) 4 - 5 1/2 To roastNuts, High 4 - 5 Spread nuts into a 9-inch (230 mm) 1 1/2cups (375 mL) microwave-safe pie plate. Stir occasionally. To toast Sesame Seeds,High 3 - 5 Place in a small microwave-safe bowl. 1/4cup (50 mL) Stir twice. To skin TomatoesHigh 30 sec. Place tomato into a microwave-safe bowl (one at a time) containing boiling water. Rinse and peel. Repeat for each tomato. To remove Cooking OdorsHigh 5 Combine 1 to 1 1/2cups (250 - 375 mL) water with the juice and peel of one lemon in a small microwave-safe bowl. After heating, wipe interior of oven with a cloth. Microwave Shortcuts