Panasonic Over The Range Microwave Oven Nn P294 Operating Instructions

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Operation
How to Use the Shelf When Microwaving
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 and dish 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...

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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,...

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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....

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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...

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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....

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Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven
BEFORE CLEANING:
Unplug oven at wall outlet. 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. Do not use harsh detergents or
abrasives.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...

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Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven(continued)
Cleaning Vent Grille (Oven Air Vent)
1. Moisten a soft cloth in hot water containing mild detergent.
2. Wipe the front surface gently.
3. Tilt the Grille cover forward slowly as shown in Fig. A.
4. Wipe inside the Grille cover.
To avoid the risk of injury when cleaning, DO NOT directly
contact the metal edges of the Grille cover.
Charcoal Filter Attachment/Replacement (Optional)
If your oven is vented inside the kitchen, the optional charcoal
filter...

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Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven(continued)
Cleaning Grease FiltersThe 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...

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Before Requesting Service
These things are normal:
The oven causes interference Some radio and TV interference might occur when you cook with the microwave oven.
with my TV. This interference is similar to the interference caused by small appliances such as
mixers, vacuums, blow dryers, etc. It does not indicate a problem with your oven.
Steam accumulates on the oven During cooking, steam and warm air are given off from the food. Most of the steam and
door and warm air comes from warm air are removed...

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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 00985
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