Sharp R-55ts Manual

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING
CONTENTS
•Precautions to Avoid Possible
Exposure to Excessive Microwave
Energy ................................ Inside Front Cover
•For Customer Assistance ... Inside Front Cover
•Consumer Limited Warranty ................... 1
•Product Information Card ........................ 1
•Important Safety Instructions .................. 2
•Unpacking and Installation Instructions ... 3
•Grounding Instructions ............................ 3
•Information You Need to Know ............... 4 - 7
•Part Names ............................................. 8- 9
•Before Operating ..................................... 10
•Manual Operation .................................... 10-12
•Special Features ..................................... 12-20
Automatic Cooking ................................ 12
Microwave Options ............................... 16
Express Defrost .................................... 18
Manual Defrost ..................................... 19
•Other Convenient Features ..................... 21-22
•Cleaning and Care .................................. 23
•Service Call Check .................................. 24
•Specifications .......................................... 24
TOASTER OVEN
WITH MICROWAVE
OPERATION MANUAL
MODEL
R-55TS 
						

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TO PHONE:
DIAL 1-800- BE-SHARP ( 237-4277 ) for :
SERVICE (for your nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer)
PARTS (for your authorized parts distributor)
ADDITIONAL CUSTOMER INFORMATION
DIAL 1-800-642-2122 for :
ACCESSORIES
TO WRITE:
Sharp Electronics Corporation
Customer Assistance  Center
1300 Naperville Drive
Romeoville, IL 60446-1091
TO ACCESS INTERNET: www.sharpusa.com To aid in reporting this toaster oven with microwave in case of loss or theft, please record below the model number
and serial number located on the unit. We also suggest you record all the information listed and retain for future
reference.
Please provide the following information when you write or call: model number, serial
number, date of purchase, your complete mailing address (including zip code), your
daytime telephone number (including area code) and description of the problem.
MODEL NUMBER________________________SERIAL NUMBER______________
DATE OF PURCHASE______________________
Dealer_____________________________ Telephone_________________
Servicer____________________________ Telephone_________________
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in
harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety
interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner
residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close
properly and that there is no damage to the: (1) door (bent), (2) hinges and latches (broken or
loosened), (3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service
personnel.
FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 
						

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CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product
(the “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and
agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new
or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s) set forth below.
This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the Product nor to the additional excluded item(s) set
forth below nor to any Product the exterior of which has been damaged or defaced, which has been subjected to
improper voltage or other misuse, abnormal service or handling, or which has been altered or modified in design
or construction.
In order to enforce the rights under this limited warranty, the purchaser should follow the steps set forth below and
provide proof of purchase to the servicer.
The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to purchasers
by law. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR USE ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD(S) FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET FORTH BELOW. Some
states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties other than
those described herein, or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time period described herein on
behalf of Sharp.
The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the
sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser. Correction of defects, in the manner and for the period of
time described herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities and responsibilities of Sharp to the
purchaser with respect to the Product, and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on con-
tract, negligence, strict liability or otherwise. In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any
damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone
other than an authorized servicer. Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental  or
consequential economic or property damage. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequen-
tial damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH
VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
Your Product Model Number& Description:
Warranty Period for this Product:
Additional Item(s) Excluded from
Warranty Coverage (if any):
Where to Obtain Service:
What to do to Obtain Service:R-55TS, Home Use Carousel Microwave Oven. (Be sure to have this in-
formation available when you need service for your Product.)
One (1) year parts and labor. The warranty period continues for an addi-
tional four (4) years, for a total of five (5) years, with respect to the magne-
tron tube in the Product for parts only; labor and service are not provided
free of charge for this additional period.
Non-functional accessories, turntable, turntable support and light bulb.
From a Sharp Authorized Servicer located In the United States. To find the
location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer, call Sharp toll free at 1-
800-BE-SHARP (1-800-237-4277).
Ship prepaid or carry in your Product to a Sharp Authorized Servicer. Be
sure to have Proof of Purchase available. If you ship the Product, be sure
it is insured and packaged securely.
PRODUCT INFORMATION CARD
The product information card which is on the inside of the microwave oven carton should be completed within ten days
of purchase and returned. We will keep it on file and help you access the information in case of loss, damage or theft.
This will also enable us to contact you in the unlikely event that any adjustments or modifications are ever required for
your oven.TO OBTAIN SUPPLY, ACCESSORY OR PRODUCT INFORMATION, CALL
1-800-BE-SHARP 
OR VISIT www.sharpusa.com.
Save the proof of purchase as it is needed should your oven ever require warranty service. 
						

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SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
WARNING -To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:
1.Read all instructions before using the ap-
pliance.
2. Read and follow the specific 
“PRECAU-
TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPO-
SURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY”
 on inside front cover.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only
to properly grounded outlet. See 
“GROUND-
ING INSTRUCTIONS”
 on page 3.
4. Install or locate this appliance only in ac
cordance with the provided installation instruc-
tions.
5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
containers —for example, closed glass jars —
are able to explode and should not be heated
in this oven.
6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type
of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook
or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or
laboratory use.
7. As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a dam-
aged cord or plug, if it is not working properly
or if it has been damaged or dropped.
9. This appliance should be serviced only by quali-
fied service personnel. Contact nearest Sharp
Authorized Servicer for examination, repair or
adjustment.
10. Do not cover or block any openings on the ap-
pliance.
11. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors. Do
not use this product near water—for example,
near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a
swimming pool or similar locations.
12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or
counter.
15. See door surface cleaning instructions on page
23.
16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
appliance when paper, plastic or other
combustible materials are placed inside
the oven to facilitate cooking.b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plas-
tic bags before placing bag in oven.
c. If materials inside the oven ignite, keep
oven door closed, turn oven off and
disconnect the power cord or shut off
power at the fuse or circuit breaker
panel.
d.
Do not use the cavity for storage purposes.
Do not leave paper products, cooking uten-
sils or food in the cavity when not in use.
17. Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea are able to
be overheated beyond the boiling point without
appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boil-
ing when the container is removed from the mi-
crowave oven is not always present. THIS
COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUD-
DENLY BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOON OR
OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE
LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
a. Do not overheat the liquid.
b. Stir the liquid both before and halfway
through heating it.
c. Do not use straight-sided containers with
narrow necks. Use a wide-mouthed con-
tainer.
d. After heating, allow the container to stand
in the microwave oven at least for 20 sec-
onds before removing the container.
e. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon
or other utensil into the container.
18. If the oven light fails, consult a SHARP AU-
THORIZED SERVICER.
19.  Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils
should not be inserted in this oven as they
may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
20.  
Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces
can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts
involving a risk of electric shock.
21.  Do not use paper products when appliance is
operated in the GRILL, BAKE and AUTO-
MATIC COOKING modes.
22.  Do not store any materials, other than
manufacture’s recommended accessories, in
this oven  when not in use.
23.  Do not cover any parts of the oven with metal
foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
24. Do not place anything on the top of the oven. 
						

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Unpacking and Examining Your Oven
Remove:
1. all packing materials from inside the oven cavity;
however, DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE
COVER, which is located on the right cavity wall.
Read enclosures and
SAVE the Operation
Manual.
2. the feature sticker, if
there is one, from the
outside of the door.
Check the oven for any
damage, such as mis-
aligned or bent door,
damaged door seals and
sealing surfaces, broken or loose door hinges and
This appliance must be grounded. This oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a ground-
ing plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with
the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. In the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
WARNING – Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
Electrical Requirements
The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60 Hz, AC only, 15 amp. or more
protected electrical supply. It is recommended that a separate circuit serv-
ing only this appliance be provided.
The oven is equipped with a 3-prong grounding plug. It must be plugged
into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded. Should you
only have a 2-prong outlet, have a qualified electrician install a correct wall
receptacle.
A 3-prong adapter may be purchased and used temporarily if local codes
allow. Follow package directions.
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risk of becoming entangled
in or tripping over a longer cord.
Extension Cord
If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord
that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept
the plug on the microwave oven. The marked  rating of the extension cord
should be AC 115-120 volt, 15 amp. or more.
Be careful not to drape the cord over the countertop or table where it can be
pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.
Notes:1. If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical in-
structions, consult a qualified electrician or service person.
2. Neither Sharp nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage
to the oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the
correct electrical connection procedures.
Radio or TV Interference
Should there be any interference caused by the microwave oven to your radio or TV, check that the micro-
wave oven is on a different electrical circuit, relocate the radio or TV as far away from the oven as feasible
or check position and signal of receiving antenna.
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
latches and dents inside the cavity or on the door. If
there is any damage, do not operate the oven and
contact your dealer or SHARP
AUTHORIZED SERVICER.
Choosing a Location for Your Oven
You will use the oven frequently so plan its location
for ease of use. 
The oven must be placed on a
countertop which is a minimum of 36 inches from the
floor. 
Its wise, if possible, to have counter space on
at least one side of the oven. Allow at least 2 inches
on the sides, top and at the rear of the oven for air
circulation. Do not place or install the oven in any
area where heat and steam are generated; for ex-
ample, next to or above a conventional gas or elec-
tric range or above a conventional wall oven. Heat
and steam may damage the electronics or the me-
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INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW
ABOUT YOUR OVEN
Eggs, sausages,
nuts, seeds
fruits &
vegetables
Popcorn
Baby food
Gemneral
ABOUT FOOD
• Puncture egg yolks before cooking to
prevent “explosion”.
• Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash,
hot dogs and sausages so that steam es-
capes.
•Use specially bagged popcorn for the micro
wave oven.
•Listen while popping corn for the  popping to
slow to 1 or 2 seconds or use special POP-
CORN pad.
•To pop popcorn using the special POPCORN
pad, place a pie plate on the turntable. Then
place a bag on the pie plate.
•Place carefully so bag does not touch oven
walls. The corners of the bag may be folded
down.
•Transfer baby food to small dish and heat
carefully, stirring often. Check temperature
before serving.
•Put nipples on bottles after heating and
shake thoroughly. “Wrist” test before feed-
ing.
•Cut baked goods with filling after heating
to release steam and avoid burns.
•Stir liquids briskly before heating and al
low to stand at least for 20 seconds after
heating before stirring or drinking to avoid
eruption.
•Use deep bowl, when cooking liquids or cere-
als, to prevent boilovers.•Cook eggs in shells.
•Reheat whole eggs.
•Dry nuts or seeds in shells.
•Pop popcorn in regular brown bags
or glass bowls.
•Exceed maximum time on popcorn
package.
•Heat baby food in original jars.
•Heat disposable bottles.
•Heat bottles with nipples on.
•Heat or cook in closed glass jars or
air tight containers.
•Can in the microwave as harmful
bacteria may not be destroyed.
•Deep fat fry.
•Dry wood, gourds, herbs or wet papers.
DODON’TFOOD
This Operation Manual is valuable: read it carefully and
always save it for reference.
Check recipes included in this operation manual as well
as this section for cooking principles, techniques and
hints.
NEVER use the oven without the turntable and support
nor turn the turntable over so that a large dish could be
placed in the oven. Only remove for cleaning or for the
foods specified in this manual. The turntable will turn both
clockwise and counterclockwise.
ALWAYS have food in the oven when it is on to absorb
the microwave energy.
When using the oven at power levels below MICRO 100%,
you may hear the magnetron cycling on and off. It is nor-
mal for the exterior of the oven to be warm to the touch
when cooking or reheating.Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking.
Room humidity and the moisture in food will influence the
amount of moisture that condenses in the oven. Gener-
ally, covered foods will not have as much condensation
as uncovered ones. Vents on the oven back must not be
blocked.
After using, the cooling fan may come on to cool the
oven cavity. The display will show COOLING, and you
will hear the sound of the fan.
Unlike microwave-only ovens, your oven may become
hot during cooking. Be cautious.
The oven is for food preparation only. It should not be
used to dry clothes or newspapers.
Your oven is rated 650 watts by using the IEC Test
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ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS
Aluminum foil
Microwave Only
Grill, BakeUtensils and
Coverings
It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many pieces already in your kitchen can be used successfully in your new
toaster oven with microwave. The chart below will help you decide what utensils and coverings should be used in each
mode.
Aluminum containers
Glass ceramic
(Pyroceram. ® )
Glass, heat-resistant
Glass, non-heat-resistant
Lids, glass
Lids, metal
Metal cookware
Metal, misc: dishes
with metallic trim,
screws, bands,
handles. Metal twist
ties
Oven cooking bags
Paper plates
Paper towels
Microwave-safe
plastic containers
Plastic wrap
Yes  Small flat pieces of aluminum foil
placed smoothly on food can be used to
shield areas from cooking or defrosting too
quickly. Keep foil at least 1 inch from walls
of oven. Be sure foil does not touch the turn-
table.
Yes    Can be used if 3/4 filled with food. Keep
1 inch away from walls and do not cover with
foil.
Yes Excellent
Yes   Excellent.  A pie plate is necessary
for popping popcorn.
                          No
Yes Excellent
                             No
                             No
                             No
Yes   Good for meats or foods that need
tenderizing. DO NOT use metal twist ties.
Yes For reheating
Yes   To cover for reheating and cooking.
Do not use recycled paper towels which may
contain metal filings.
Yes   Use for reheating and defrosting. Some
plastics are not suitable for cooking foods with
high fat and sugar content.
Follow manufacturers directions.
Yes   Use brands specially marked for micro-
wave use. DO NOT allow plastic wrap to touch
food. Vent so steam can escape.
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW
Ye s
Ye s
Ye s
Excellent
Ye s
Excellent
No
Ye s
No
Ye s
No
Ye s
No
No
No
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Yes  Check manufacturers recommenda-
tion for being microwave-safe.
Yes   For reheating
Yes   May be used for short periods of time.
Do not use with high fat or high sugar content
foods. Could char.Pottery, porcelain
stoneware
Microwave Only
Grill, BakeUtensils and
Coverings
Styrofoam
Wicker, wood, straw
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW
DISH CHECK. If you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving, place the empty dish in the oven and microwave on
HIGH (100%) for 30 seconds. If the dish becomes very hot, do NOT use it for microwaving.
AUTOMATIC COOKING. Use the recommended container in the cooking chart in this operation manual.
ACCESSORIES. There are many microwave accessories available for purchase. Evaluate carefully before you pur-
chase so that they meet your needs. A microwave-safe thermometer will assist you in determining correct doneness
and assure you that foods have been cooked to safe temperatures when using microwave-only cooking. Sharp is not
responsible for any damage to the oven when accessories are used.Ye s
No
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160°F
ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING
•Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards
outside of dish.
•Watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of
time indicated and add more as needed. Food severely
overcooked can smoke or ignite.
•Cover foods while cooking. Check recipe or cookbook
for suggestions: paper towels, wax paper, microwave
plastic wrap or a lid. Covers prevent spattering and
help foods to cook evenly.
•Shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil any
thin areas of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking
before dense, thick areas are cooked thoroughly.
•Stir foods from outside to center of dish once or twice
during cooking, if possible.
•Turn foods over once during microwaving to
speed cooking of such foods as chicken and hamburg-
ers. Large items like roasts must be turned over at
least once.
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW
•Rearrange foods such as meatballs halfway through
cooking both from top to bottom and from the center of
the dish to the outside.
•Add standing time. Remove food from oven and stir, if
possible. Cover for standing time which allows the food
to finish cooking without overcooking.
•Check for doneness. Look for signs indicating that
cooking temperatures have been reached.
Doneness signs include:
- Food steams throughout, not just at edge.
- Center bottom of dish is very hot to the touch.
- Poultry thigh joints move easily.
- Meat and poultry show no pinkness.
- Fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
•After cooking, accessories and dishes may be hot.
Be careful when removing food.
•Check foods to see that they are cooked to the  United
States Department of Agricultures recommended
temperatures.
To test for doneness, insert a meat thermometer in a thick
or dense area away from fat or bone. NEVER   leave the
thermometer in the food during cooking, unless using a
microwave thermometer when cooking with only
microwave power.•ALWAYS use potholders to prevent burns when
handling utensils that are in contact with hot food.
Enough heat from the food can transfer through utensils
to cause skin burns.
•Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from the
face and hands. Slowly lift the farthest edge of a dishs
covering and carefully open popcorn and oven cooking
bags away from the face.
•
Stay near the oven while its in use and check cooking progress
frequently so that there is no chance of overcooking food.
•NEVER use the cavity for storing cookbooks or other items.
•Select, store and handle food carefully to preserve
its high quality and minimize the spread of foodborne
bacteria.
•Keep waveguide cover clean. Food residue can cause
arcing and/or fires.
•Use care when removing items from the oven so that
the utensil, your clothes or accessories do not touch the
safety door latches.
ABOUT SAFETY
... for fresh pork, ground meat,
boneless white poultry, fish,
seafood, egg dishes and frozen
prepared food.
... for leftover, ready-to-reheat
refrigerated, and deli and carry-out
“fresh” food.
... white meat of poultry.
... dark meat of poultry.
TEMP FOOD
165°F
170°F
180°F
Children should be taught all safety precautions: use
potholders, remove coverings carefully, pay special atten-
tion to packages that crisp food because they may be extra
hot.
Don’t assume that because a child has mastered one
cooking skill he/she can cook everything.
Children need to learn that this oven is not a toy. See
page 22 for Child Lock feature.
ABOUT CHILDREN AND THE MICROWAVE
Children below the age of 7 should use the microwave
oven with a supervising person very near to them. Be-
tween the ages of 7 and 12, the supervising person should
be in the same room.
The child must be able to reach the oven comfortably; if
not, he/she should stand on a sturdy stool.
At no time should anyone be allowed to lean or swing on
the oven door.
• The oven cabinet, cavity, door, accessories and
dishes will become hot. To PREVENT BURNS, use
thick oven gloves when removing the food or
turntable from the oven.• 
We recommend leaving the turntable in the oven during
preheating unless it will be used as the baking pan,
such as with biscuits. When preheat is over, open oven
door and quickly place foods to be baked inside.
• Do not cover turntable with aluminum foil.
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PART NAMES
1Door opening button
Push to open door.
2Oven door with see-through window
3Safety door latches
The oven will not operate unless the
door is  securely closed.
4Door hinges
5Door seals and sealing surfaces
6Turntable motor shaft
7Removable turntable support
Carefully place the turntable support on
the turntable motor shaft(6) in the
center of the oven floor.
8Removable turntable
Place the turntable securely on the
turntable support. The turntable will
rotate clockwise or counterclockwise.
Only remove for cleaning or for the
foods specified in this manual.   9   Top grill heater (top heater)
 10   Bottom grill heater (bottom heater)
        The bottom heater is under the cavity
floor.
11Ventilation openings (rear)
12Oven light
It will light when oven is operating or
door is open.
13Waveguide cover: DO NOT REMOVE.
14Rotary dial
15Control panel
16Time display: 95 minutes
17Food label
The food label in English and in
Spanish is packed in the oven. Attach
the selected one to the oven top.
OVEN PARTS
DISPLAY
Indicators will light to indicate what function is in process and when quantity should be
entered.
More/less bars will light to indicate the length of automatic cooking or the desired
doneness for automatic cooking.
8
7
12
16
14
1
13 9
10
35
4
3
2611
15
17
Indicators
More/less  bars