Panasonic Microwave Oven Nn S263bf Operating Instructions

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Inverter Auto Cooking Chart (NN-S253)
Recipe Serving/Weight Hints
Breakfast 1. Oatmeal1/2, 1 cup Place inside a microwave safe serving bowl with no cover. Follow
(40, 80 g) manufacturers’ directions for preparation.
2. Beverages1, 2 cups This feature allows you to reheat 1 cup (250 ml) or 2 cups (500 ml) 
(250, 500 ml) of room temperature beverages without setting power and time.
NOTE:
1. Use a microwave safe cup.
2. Heated liquids can erupt if not mixed with air. Do not heat liquids 
in your microwave oven without stirring before and halfway 
through heating.
3. Care must be exercised not to overheat liquids when using the 
Beverage feature. It is programmed to give proper result when 
heating 1 cup (250 ml) or 2 cups (500 ml) of liquid, starting from 
room temperature. Overheating will cause an increased risk of 
scalding, or water eruption. Refer to page 1, item 18.
3. Bacon4 slices (3.2-4 oz) Place slices of bacon on a microwave safe dish. Cover with paper
(slice)(90-110 g) towel. Time may vary by brand and weight. If bacon is not cooked
6 slices (4.8-5.8 oz) to your liking, continue to heat by manually adding more time.
(135-165 g)
10 slices (8.1-9.5 oz)
(230-270 g)
14 slices (11.6-13 oz)
(330-370 g)
Lunch/Snack 4. Soup1, 2 cups Pour soup into a microwave safe serving bowl. Cover with lid or
(250, 500 ml) vented plastic wrap.
5. Hot Dog1, 2, 3, 4 pieces Make 3 slits on each Hot Dog. Place Hot Dog on paper plate or 
microwave safe dish leaving space between each. Times may vary 
by size and manufacturer.
6. Frozen Entrées8, 10, 20, 32 oz. Follow manufacturers’ directions for preparation of 8 and 10 oz.  
(225, 300, 600, 900 g)sizes. For larger sized entrées, where the directions state for the 
entire film cover to be removed, do not vent or remove film cover to
ensure complete cooking. After 2 beeps, stir or rearrange. Be
careful when removing the film cover after cooking. Remove away 
from you to avoid steam burns.
If additional time is needed, continue to cook manually.
7. Frozen Pizza4, 8 oz. Follow manufacturers’ directions for preparation.
(single)(110, 225 g)
8. Frozen Pocket1 sandwich Follow manufacturers directions for preparation. 
Sandwich(4.5 oz.)
(128 g)
Side Dish 9. Potatoes1, 2, 3, 4 pieces Pierce each potato with a fork 6 times spacing around surface.   
(6 to 8 oz. each) Place potato or potatoes around the edge of paper-towel-lined  
(170 - 225 g) glass tray the 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.
10. Fresh Vegetables4, 8, 12, 16 oz. All pieces should be the same size. Wash thoroughly and add 
(110, 225, 340, 450 g)1 tbsp. of water per 1/2cup of vegetables and cover with lid or
vented plastic wrap. Do not salt/butter until after cooking.
11. Frozen Vegetables6, 10, 16 oz. Wash thoroughly and add 1 tbsp. of water per 
1/2cup of vegetables.
(170, 300, 450 g) Do not salt/butter until after cooking. (Not suitable for vegetables in 
butter or sauce.) After 2 beeps, stir or rearrange.
12. Rice
1/2, 1, 11/2cups Place rice with hot water in a microwave safe casserole dish. Cover
(125, 250, 375 ml) loosely with lid or vented plastic wrap. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes 
before serving.
Dinner 13. Frozen Dinners11, 15 oz.  Follow manufactures’ directions for covering or removing covers.
(300, 450 g) Do not use frozen foods packaged in foil trays.
14. Pasta2, 4, 6, 8 oz. Place pasta with hot water in a microwave safe casserole dish.
(56, 110, 170, 225 g)Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
15. Fish Fillets4, 8, 12, 16 oz. Arrange in a single layer.
(110, 225, 340, 450 g)Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
						

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Microwave Recipes
OMELET
Basic Omelet
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
salt and ground black pepper, if desired
Heat butter in a microwave safe 9-inch pie plate, 30 seconds at
P10, or until melted. Turn the plate to coat the bottom with but-
ter. Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients in a sepa-
rate bowl, beat together and pour into the pie plate. 
Cook, covered with vented plastic wrap, using OMELET selec-
tion. Let stand 2 minutes. With a spatula, loosen the edges of
the omelet from the plate, fold into thirds to serve. Always use
scrambled eggs.
Yield:1 serving
Approx. cooking time:4 minutes.
NOTE:Double ingredients for a 4 egg Omelet.
CASSEROLE
Shepherd’s Pie
1 pound lean ground beef1/2cup frozen peas, thawed1/4cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon gravy powder
1/2teaspoon curry powder1/4teaspoon salt1/4teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups mashed potatoes
In a 2-Qt. casserole dish, crumble the ground beef and cook
for 8-10 minutes at P6 or until the meat is cooked, stirring
twice. Add the remaining ingredients, except for potatoes. Stir
well, and then spread the potatoes evenly on the top. Cover
with a lid or vented plastic wrap and cook at P6 power for
19-21 minutes.
Yield:4 servings
Macaroni and Cheese1/4cup butter
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 clove minced garlic
1/4cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups milk
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
8 oz. (
1/2lb dry weight) macaroni, cooked and drained1/3cup bread crumbs
1 teaspoon paprikaIn a 2-Qt. casserole, melt the butter for 40 seconds at P10.
Add onion and garlic and cook for 1 minute at P10. Stir in flour,
mustard, salt and pepper, and gradually add the milk. Cook for
3-4 minutes at P10 until sauce thickens, stirring once. Add the 
cheddar cheese, stirring thoroughly. Pour and stir the sauce
into the macaroni, in a 3-Qt. casserole.Top with bread crumbs
and paprika. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook at P6
power for 19-21 minutes.
Yield:6 servings
Beef and Macaroni Casserole
1 pound lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1/2green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
2 15 oz. cans tomato sauce 
1
1/4cups water
1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1 teaspoon parsley
1/2teaspoon salt1/4teaspoon ground black pepper1/2cup grated cheddar cheese
Crumble the ground beef in a 3-Qt. casserole. Cook for 8-10
minutes at P6 or until the meat is cooked, stirring twice. 
Stir in onion, peppers and celery. Cook for 3-4 minutes at P10.
Stir in the remaining ingredients, except cheese. Cover with lid
or vented plastic wrap. Cook at P6 power for 19-21 minutes.
Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand 5 minutes.
Yield:4-6 servings
Tuna Casserole
1 6 oz. can tuna, drained and flaked
4 cups cooked and drained noodles
110
3/4oz. can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 4 oz. can mushroom pieces and stems, drained
1 16 oz. package frozen peas, defrosted
3/4cup milk
1 cup crushed potato chips
1/2cup grated cheddar cheese
In a 3-Qt. casserole, combine tuna, 
noodles, soup, mushrooms, peas and milk; mix well. Cover
with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook at P6 power for 19-21
minutes. Top with potato chips and cheese before serving.
Yield:4-6 servings  
						

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Timer Feature
Example: To count down 5 minutes.
1.• Press Timer.
2.• Set desired amount of time using
number pads.
(up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds).
3.• Press Start.
➤Time will count down without oven 
operating.
NOTE:
1. When each stage finishes, a two-beep signal sounds. 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 tem-
perature of food from rising before defrosting or cooking
begins. A change in starting temperature could cause inac-
curate results. This feature allows you to program the oven as a kitchen timer.
It can also be used to program a standing time after cooking is
completed and/or to program a delay start.
To Use as a Kitchen Timer:
CAUTION:
If oven lamp is lit while using the timer feature, the oven is
incorrectly programed. Stop oven immediately and 
re-read instructions.
To Set Delay Start:
Example: To cook at P6 power for 3 minutes, with stand 
time of 5 minutes.
1.• Enter the desired Power Level(see
page 12 for directions).
2.Set desired cooking time using number
pads.
3.• Press Timer.
4.• Set desired amount of Stand Time
using number pads. (up to 99 minutes
and 99 seconds)
5.• Press Start.
➤Cooking will start. After cooking, 
stand time will count down without 
oven operating.
To Set Stand Time:
Example: To delay the start of cooking for 5 minutes, and 
cook at P6 power for 3 minutes.
1.• Press Timer.
2.• Enter desired amount of delay time
using number pads. (up to 99 minutes
and 99 seconds)
3.• Enter the desired Power Level(see
page 12 for directions).
4.Set desired cooking time using number
pads.
5.• Press Start.
➤Delay time will count down. Then 
cooking will start.
Press 5 times
Press 5 times  
						

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Operation
How to Use the Shelf When Microwaving
(only for NN-S263)
1. The shelf must be positioned on Shelf Supports securely to
prevent damage to the oven from arcing.
2.DO NOTuse a microwave browning dish on the shelf. The
shelf could overheat.
3.DO NOTuse the oven with the shelf on the microwave floor.
This could damage the microwave. 
4. Use pot holders when handling the shelf—it may be hot. 
Caution:
Do not heat liquids on shelf, use the turntable for heating liq-
uids.
Also be careful when removing hot items from the shelf or
turntable.
Setting the Roller Ring
Before using the microwave oven, be sure the Roller Ring is
properly installed. Incorrect installation can result in improper
cooking, damage to the oven or spillage of food. The Roller
Ring must be located on the surface between the raised rib
and raised floor.
For best cooking results
1-Level cooking
Food microwaves best when placed
onto the turntable, with turntable on
(rotating).
When a large dish or more than one
dish is used for cooking, the turntable
can be turned off. For best results,
rotate large dish and interchange mul-
tiple dishes, halfway through cooking
cycle.
For best cooking results, remove the
shelf unless you are reheating on
more than one level.
2-Level cooking
1. Multiply reheat time by 1
1/2.
2. Interchange dishes halfway  
through cooking.
DO NOT use the shelf or operate Turntable Off when cooking
foods on Popcorn / Inverter Turbo Defrost / Keep Warm /
Sensor Reheat / Sensor Cook / Auto Reheat / Inverter Auto
Cooking.
Roller Ring Raised Rib
Raised Floor
Raised Rib
Correct Incorrect
(Turntable On)
For best results
(Turntable Off)
Rotate dish
halfway through cooking
(Turntable Off)
Interchange dishes
halfway through cooking
Uneven results
Interchange dishes
halfway through cooking 
						

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Microwave Shortcuts
FOOD POWERTIME
DIRECTIONS
(in mins.)
To separate refrigerated P10 (High) 30 sec.  Remove wrapper and place in microwave safe dish. After
Bacon, heating, use a plastic spatula to separate slices.
1 pound (450 g)
To soften Brown SugarP10 (High) 20 - 30 sec. Place brown sugar in microwave safe dish with a slice of
1 cup (250 ml) bread. Cover with lid or plastic wrap. 
To soften refrigerated Butter,  P3 (MED-LOW) 1 Remove wrapper and place butter in a microwave safe  
1 stick, 
1/4pound (110 g) dish.
To melt refrigerated Butter, P6 (MEDIUM) 1
1/2- 2 Remove wrapper and place butter in a microwave safe 
1 stick, 1/4pound (110 g) dish covered with lid or vented plastic wrap. 
To melt Chocolate, P6 (MEDIUM) 1 - 1
1/2Remove wrapper and place chocolate in a microwave
1 square, 1 oz. (28 g) safe dish. After heating, stir until completely melted.
To melt Chocolate, P6 (MEDIUM) 1 - 1
1/2Note: Chocolate holds its shape even when softened.1/2cup  (125 ml) chips
To toast Coconut,  P10 (High) 1 Place in a microwave safe dish.
1/2cup (125 ml) Stir every 30 seconds. 
To soften Cream Cheese, P3 (MED-LOW) 1 - 2 Remove wrapper and place in a microwave safe bowl. 
8 oz. (225 g)
To brown Ground Beef,  P10 (High) 4 - 5 Crumble into a microwave safe colander set into another
1 pound (450 g) dish. Cover with plastic wrap. Stir twice. Drain grease.
To cook Vegetables,
Fresh P8 3
1/2- 4 All pieces should be the same size. Wash thoroughly and
(1/2lb) add 1 tbsp of water per 1/2cup of vegetables and cover
(225 g) with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Do not salt/butter until after cooking.
Frozen P8 3
1/2- 4 Do not salt until after cooking. (Not suitable for vegetables
(10 oz) in butter or sauce.) Wash thoroughly and add 1 tbsp of
(285 g) water per 
1/2cup of vegetables and cover with lid or
vented plastic wrap.
Canned P8 3
1/2- 4 Empty contents into microwave safe serving bowl.
(15 oz) Do not cover.
(430 g)  
						

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Microwave Shortcuts(continued)
FOOD POWERTIME
DIRECTIONS
(in mins.)
To cook baked Potato,  Pierce each potato with a fork 6 times spacing around
(6 - 8 oz. each) surface. Place potato or potatoes around the edge of
(170 - 225 g)    paper-towel-lined glass tray  (Turntable), at least 1 inch
1P84
1/2- 5 (2.5 cm) apart. Do not cover. Let stand 5 minutes to
complete cooking. 
2P88 - 9
To steam Hand Towels- 4 P10 (High) 20 - 30 sec. Soak in water, then wring out excess. Place on a 
microwave safe dish. Heat. Present immediately.
To soften Ice Cream, P3 (MED-LOW) 1 - 1
1/2Check often to prevent melting.1/2gallon (2 L)
Cup of liquid
To boil water, broth, etc. P10 (High)
1 cup, 8 oz. (250 ml) 2
1/2- 3
2 cups, 16 oz. (500 ml) 4 Heated liquids can erupt if not stirred. Do not heat liquids
in microwave oven without stirring before heating.
Cup of liquid
To warm Beverage, P7 (MED-HIGH)
1 cup, 8 oz. (250 ml) 2 - 3
2 cups, 16 oz. (500 ml) 4 - 5
To roast Nuts,   P10 (High) 4 - 5 Spread nuts into a 9-inch (230 mm) microwave safe pie  
1
1/2cups (375 ml) plate. Stir occasionally.
To toast Sesame Seeds, P10 (High) 3 - 5 Place in a small microwave safe bowl. Stir twice.
1/4cup (60 ml)
To skin Tomatoes, P10 (High) 30 sec. Place tomato into a microwave safe bowl containing
(one at a time) boiling water. Rinse and peel. Repeat for each tomato.
To remove Cooking Odors, P10 (High) 5 Combine 1 to 1
1/2cups (250 - 375 ml) water with the juice 
and peel of one lemon in a 2 quart microwave safe bowl. 
After water finishes boiling, wipe interior of oven with a 
cloth.  
						

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Food CharacteristicsCooking Techniques
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 ener-
gy and the meat next to these areas may overcook.
Density
Porous, 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 example, 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.
Quantity
Two potatoes take longer to cook than one potato. As
the quantity of the food decreases so does the cook-
ing time. Overcooking will cause the moisture content
in the food to decrease and a fire could result. Never
leave 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
center 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.
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 liv-
ers, 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 with-
out the shell. Steam build up in whole eggs may cause them to
explode, and possibly damage the oven or cause injury.
Reheating SLICED hard-boiled eggs and cooking SCRAM-
BLED eggs is safe.
Browning
Foods 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 and 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.
Spacing
Individual 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 pat-
tern.          
						

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Cooking Techniques(continued)
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 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 mois-
ture retention are also obtained by using wax paper or paper
towels. 
Shielding
Thin 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.
CAUTION is to be exercised when using foil. Arcing can
occur if foil is too close to oven wall or door and damage to
your oven will result.
Cooking time
A range of cooking time is given in each recipe. The time
range compensates for the uncontrollable differences in food
shapes, 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 center and the less
cooked center portions toward the outside of the dish.
Rearranging
Rearrange small items such as chicken pieces, shrimp, ham-
burger patties, or pork chops. Rearrange pieces from the edge
to the center and pieces from the center to the edge of the
dish.
Turning
It is not possible to stir some foods to distribute the heat even-
ly. At times, microwave energy will concentrate in one area of
the food. To help insure even cooking, these food need to be
turned. Turn over large foods, such as roasts or turkeys,
halfway through cooking.
Stand Time
Most 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 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 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 toothpick or cake tester is
inserted and comes out clean.
ABOUT FOOD SAFETY AND COOKING
TEMPERATURE
• Check foods to see that they are cooked to the United States
Department of Agriculture’s recommended temperatures.
TEMP FOOD
160˚F ...for fresh pork, ground meat, boneless white 
poultry, fish, seafood, egg dishes and frozen
prepared food.
165˚F ...for leftover, ready-to-reheat refrigerated, and
deli and carryout “fresh” food.
170˚F ...white meat of poultry.
180˚F ...dark meat of poultry.
To test for doneness, insert a meat thermometer in a thick or
dense area away from fat or bone. NEVER leave the ther-
mometer in the food during cooking, unless it is approved for
microwave oven use.  
						

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Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven
BEFORE CLEANING:
Unplug oven at wall outlet. If outlet is inaccessible, leave
oven door open while cleaning. Do not attempt to clean
the Oven Light or Cooktop/Night Light compartment.AFTER CLEANING:
Be sure to place the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in the
proper position and press Stop/Reset Pad to clear the
Display.
Inside of the oven:
Wipe with a damp cloth after using,
mild detergent may be used if need-
ed. The use of harsh detergents 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 ventilation openings.
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 the oven door. This is normal.)
Inside surface is covered with a heat and vapor barrier
film. Do not remove.
Roller Ring and oven cavity floor:
Clean 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 dishwasher. These areas
should be kept clean to avoid excessive noise.
Shelf (NN-S263 only)
Clean with a soft damp cloth
to avoid scratches.Control Panel:
* Covered with a removable protective 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
detergents or abrasives on the Control
Panel.
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
Instructions / Operating Manual (this book)  F00035V10AP
Glass Tray  A06015H00AP
Shelf (Metal Rack: NN-S263 only) F06025H00AP
Roller Ring Assembly F290D5Q00AP
Oven Light, Cooktop Light F60305H00AP
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ORDER FORM
IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE OVEN CLEAN. FOOD RESIDUE AND CONDENSATION
MAY CAUSE RUSTING OR ARCING AND DAMAGE TO THE OVEN.  
						

							Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven(continued)
Cleaning Vent Grille (Oven Air Vent)
Vent Grille can be removed and cleaned.
1. Open the oven door.
2. 1Pull the bottom of Vent Grille and 2raise the Vent Grille,
3then pull out.
3. Soak Vent Grille in hot water with mild detergent. Wipe with
a soft cloth after rinsing well. Do not use ammonia or a dish-
washer.
Installing Vent Grille
1. Open the door.
2. Insert two tabs Cof Vent Grille into slots Aat the top of the
oven.
3. Push Vent Grille down to attach the metal to magnet, then
push forward to insert hook Ainto the slit of hook B.
Be sure that tabs C C
at the top and hooks B B
at the        
bottom of Vent Grille are positioned correctly to prevent
Vent Grille from falling off.
Charcoal Filter Attachment/Replacement (Optional)
If your oven is vented inside the kitchen, the optional charcoal
filter should be attached and replaced every 6 to 12 months, or
more often if necessary. The charcoal filter cannot be
cleaned. To order a charcoal filter, contact your local
Panasonic dealer.
1. Remove the Vent Grille. (See Cleaning Vent Grille.) 
2. Install Charcoal Filter and adjust two holes. Secure with 2
screws provided.
3. Reinstall the Vent Grille. (See Installing Vent Grille.)
Cleaning Grease Filters
The Grease Filters should be removed and cleaned often, at
least once a month.
1. Grasp the metal ring on the Grease Filter. Slide the
Grease Filter to the rear of oven. 
2. Pull the Grease Filter out.
3. Use care when cleaning the Grease Filters. Corrosive clean-
ing agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage
the Grease Filters. Clean the Grease Filters with a warm
detergent solution. Do not use ammonia or other alkali
because it will darken metal. Light brushing can be used to
remove embedded dirt. Shake and remove moisture before 
replacing.
Installing Grease Filters
1. Slide in the edge of the Grease Filters along the openings
guide edges.
2. Push up front edge and pull forward until it fits.
Caution:After removing the Grease Filter, be careful with the
sharp edges at the openings.
Never operate the Vent Fan without the Grease Filters in
place.
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hole
Grasp the ring
opening
guide
Grease Filter
Charcoal Filter