Panasonic Over The Range Microwave Oven Nn S255bf Operating Instructions

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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...

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
and wipe gently as shown in Fig. A.
Do not use ammonia or a strong detergent.
Installing the replacement Charcoal Filter
(NN-CF203)
This product is shipped for use in the top exhaust ventilation
mode.
If you wish to install this product without using an exhaust
duct, the exhaust must be recirculated through the front grille
and the charcoal filter. This...

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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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Limited Warranty & Customer Services Directory
PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,  PANASONIC SALES COMPANY,
DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF DIVISION OF PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC.,
NORTH AMERICA Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5
One Panasonic Way San Gabriel Industrial Park
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094  Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
PANASONIC
Over-The-Range Microwave Oven
Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or...

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Quick Guide to Operation
Feature
To Use Function
(☛ page 9)
To Set Clock
(☛ page 10)
To Set Light On/Night/Off
(☛ page 10)
To Set Turntable On/Off
(☛ page 10)
To Set Fan High/Low/Off
(☛ page 10)
How to Operate
Press.
Press once.
Press once.Bright Light
Press twice.Night Light
Press again. Turn off the Light
Press once. To turn on at High Speed
Press twice. To turn on at Low Speed
Press again.To turn off Press once.Select. Select a number.
Thru
Thru
Thru
Thru
Thru
Thru Enter time of day.
or ,
To Set...

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Power Source:
Power Consumption:
Cooking Power:*
Outside Dimensions
(H x W x D):
Oven Cavity Dimensions
(H x W x D):
Charcoal Filter (optional):
Operation Frequency:
Ventilation Power:
Net Weight:120 V, 60 Hz 
12.2 Amps, 1,430 W
1,200 W
16 
7/16 x 29 7/8 x 15
(418 mm x 759 mm x 390 mm)
9 
1/2 x 23 1/4 x 14 7/16
(242 mm x 591 mm x 367 mm)
NN-CF203
2,450 MHz
Turbo High Low
300 CFM 180 CFM 140 CFM
Approx. 53 lbs. (24.0 kg)
*IEC Test procedure Specifications/part numbers subject to change without notice....