Panasonic Ne12521_ne21523 Owners Manual

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IMPORTANT
Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket  1. 
before attempting installation.
For stacking installation, you must use the  2. 
PANASONIC Joint Plate (sold separately).
The combination of the units for stacking is limited to  3. 
only the following PANASONIC models: 
Models No.

NE-12521, NE-12523, NE-17521, 
NE-17523, NE-17723, NE-21521, 
NE-21523
The  4. maximum stacking height is the total heights of 
two units.
PREPARATION
Be sure the oven cavity is empty. Be sure surfaces...

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Remove the plug from the electrical socket before  1. 
cleaning.
Keep the inside of the oven clean. If pieces of food  2. 
or spilled liquids stick to the oven walls, or between 
door seal and door surface, they will absorb 
microwaves and may cause arcing or sparks. Wipe 
up all spills with a damp cloth. Kitchen detergent or 
an approved sanitizing solution may be used if the 
oven gets very dirty. Do not use harsh detergents or 
abrasives.The outside surface of this microwave oven should  3. 
be...

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Cleaning and Maintenance procedures
ALWAYS COVER pan(s). Use a ½ Pan for smaller 
portions and add a little water in pan to create steam.DO NOT stack pans.
DO NOT OPERATE EMPTY!
ALWAYS clean oven interior DAILY with rag SOAKED 
with Sanitizer, set Microwave for 1 minute and 
30 seconds-this softens any hardened residue inside 
oven.DO NOT HEAT BAGGED PRODUCTS!  
Place the food in a microwave-safe container with a lid
and heat or defrost.
The rag will now be very hot.  
CAREFULLY, and without...

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MICROWAVE BASICS ................................................. 25
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR HEATING IN PANASONIC MICROWAVE OVEN..... 25
APPETIZERS ........................................................ 26
BAKED GOODS AND DESSERTS........................................ 27
BREAKFAST......................................................... 28
FISH AND SEAFOOD.................................................. 30
GRAVIES, SAUCES AND SOUPS ...........................................

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MICROWAVE BASICS
Fundamental principles determine the success of 
microwave food preparation.
They include:
TEMPERATURE OF FOODS  1. 
– Frozen or 
refrigerated food items will require longer heating 
times to reach a desired serving temperature than 
foods from room temperature.
FOOD COMPONENTS  2. 
– Foods high in sugar, salt, 
fats and moisture content heat faster because these 
properties attract microwave energy. Denser foods 
high in protein and fiber, absorb microwave energy 
slower which...

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APPETIZERS
Quantities of appetizers can be prepared conventionally 
in advance and refrigerated until needed. Most 
appetizers, with the exception of “nacho” platters and 
potato skins, should be heated covered. Appetizers of 
the same basic shape and size can be reheated 
together.Most cooked appetizers heat on HIGH power, between 
7 and 11 seconds per ounce depending on weight, 
density, and bone content. “Nacho’s” need 30 to 
37 seconds per ounce depending on the amount of 
topping.
All heating...

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BAKED GOODS AND DESSERTS
Breads, pastries and pies should be heated uncovered, 
at HIGH power. They should be placed on absorbent 
material, such as a napkin or paper towel to prevent 
sogginess.
DO NOT OVERHEAT breads and pastries. Baked 
goods should only be heated until the crust feels warm 
to the touch (120˚F-130˚F).Because crusts of breads, pastries and pies are drier 
than insides or fillings, they heat more slowly. After 
heating let rest about 1 minute for equalization of 
temperature. If...

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BREAKFAST
All foods listed are prepared in advance and reheated 
at HIGH power from refrigerated temperatures (40˚F).
Most breakfast foods are heated covered to retain 
moisture, with the exception of breads and pastries, 
which should be heated uncovered on absorbent 
material such as a napkin or paper towel to prevent 
sogginess. For poached eggs, pierce yolks before 
heating and allow eggs to stand for 1 minute after 
cooking so pressure subsides before cutting into them.When preparing...

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Item QuantityInstructions for  
Pre-preparationInstructions for 
Microwave HeatingPower 
LevelApproximate Times
NE-12521 
NE-12523NE-17521 
NE-17523 
NE-17723NE-21521 
NE-21523
French 
toast with 
bacon2 slices  
4 strips Prepare 
conventionally, 
refrigerate, covered.Place toast on plate 
in single layer. CoverHIGH 45 sec. 35 sec. 30 sec.
French 
toast with 
sausage2 slices  
4 linksPrepare 
conventionally, 
refrigerate, covered.Place toast on plate 
in single layer. CoverHIGH 45 sec. 35 sec. 30...

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FISH AND SEAFOOD
Defrost
Fish and seafood can be defrosted and heated 
successfully in this microwave oven. To defrost evenly, 
fish should be arranged in a single layer in container 
and should only be thawed to the point of being flexible 
so it does not begin to cook at the edges.Primary Cooking
Cooking individual portions demands close attention as 
well as slight undercooking. Delicate fish and shellfish 
should always be cooked covered and should rest after 
heating.
Fish/Seafood—Primary...