Sharp R-654(sl)m Manual

							800W (IEC 60705)R-654M
MICROWAVE OVEN WITH GRILL
OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKBOOK
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CONTENTS
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Oven and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 
Safety:
Installation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Important Safety Instructions   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 
Operation:
Maff Heating Category  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 
Microwaving  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Microwave Power Levels  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Before Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Setting the Clock  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
How to operate the oven  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Defrosting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Grilling  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Dual Grilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Express Cook  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Express Cook/Express Defrost Charts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12
Auto Cook  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Auto Cook Chart  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Meal In One . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Meal In One Chart  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Convenient Functions:  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-19
Cooking Advice:
Suitable Cookware  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-21
Food Handling & Preparation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-22
Advice for Cooking  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Advice for Reheating  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Advice for Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Cookbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25-41
Aftercare:
Cleaning and Maintenance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Troubleshooting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-43
To Replace the Mains Plug  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Calling for Service  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Guarantee  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
OPERATION MANUAL
This operation manual contains important information which you should read carefully
before using your microwave oven.
IMPORTANT: There may be a serious risk to health if this operation manual is not followed
or if the oven is modified so that it operates with the door open.
If you require any advice or assistance regarding your Sharp product, please visit our
website - 
http://www.sharp.co.uk/support.
Customers without Internet access may telephone 08705 274277 during office hours, or
from Ireland (01) 676 0648.
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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES
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15 ACCESSORIES: 
Check to make sure the following accessories
are provided:
12 Turntable  13 Roller stay  14 Seal packing
Place the roller stay in the seal packing on the floor of the
cavity.Then place the turntable on to the roller stay.
To avoid turntable damage, ensure dishes and containers are
lifted clear of the turntable rim when removing them from the
oven.
15 Rack (For use of the rack, refer to the grilling and dual
grilling sections on page 9).
NOTES:
• Always operate the oven with the turntable and support fitted
correctly. This promotes thorough even cooking. A badly
fitted turntable may rattle, may not rotate properly and
damage the oven.
• The turntable rotates clockwise or counter clockwise. The
rotary direction may change each time you start the oven.
This does not affect cooking performance.
• When you order accessories, please mention two details:
part name and model name to your dealer or SHARP
authorised service facility. 1Grill heating element
2Control panel
3Oven lamp
4Door opening handle
5Waveguide cover (DO NOT REMOVE)
6Seal packing
7Oven cavity
8Door seals and sealing surfaces
9Ventilation openings
10Outer cabinet
11Power supply cord
2 1
3
4
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10 11
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CONTROL PANEL
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1. DIGITAL DISPLAY
2. TIMEkeys:
Use to enter cooking time.
3. EXPRESS COOK keys:
Use to cook foods illustrated.
4. EXPRESS DEFROST keys:
Use to cook foods illustrated.
5. MEAL IN ONE keys:
Use to cook foods illustrated.
6. AUTO COOK key:
Use for programming the AUTO COOK
menus 1 - 3.
7. GRILL key:
Press to select grill.
8. DUAL GRILLkey:
Press to select a combination of microwave
and grill.
9. LESS/MORE keys:
Press to shorten/lengthen cooking time. 
10. WEIGHT CONVERSION key: 
Use to change weight unit, e.g. Kg/g to
Lb/oz.
11. DELAY START/CLOCK SETkey:
Use to set the clock, display the time or
programme DELAY START.
12. START/AUTO MINUTE key:
Press to start a programme.  Press to cook
on 100P for 1 minute or increase time
during cooking in multiples of 1 minute.
13. STOP/CLEAR key: 
Press once to stop a programme, twice to
cancel a programme.
14. KITCHEN TIMERkey:
Press to use as a minute timer, or to
programme standing time.
15. WEIGHT keys:
Press up or down to select correct
weight/number of pieces.
When minimum (or maximum)
weight/number is reached, the display will
not change, even if you continue to press
the DOWN (or UP) key.
16. MICROWAVE POWER LEVELkey:
Press to select microwave power level.
1
2
3
13
4
5
6
8
9
11
12
7
14
15
16
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INSTALLATION
WARNING
Inspect the Oven:
• Check the oven carefully for damage
before and regularly after installation.
• Make sure the door closes properly,
that it is not misaligned or warped.
• Check the hinges and door safety
latches are not broken or loose.
• Ensure the door seal and sealing
surfaces are not damaged.
• Inspect the oven interior and door for
dents.
Important:  
If any damage is apparent, do not operate
the oven in any way.  Contact your dealer
or an authorised Service Technician
appointed by SHARP. (see p. 44)
1. Remove all packing materials including the
feature sticker (if applicable). Do not remove the
plastic film from the inside of the oven window as
this protects it from dirt. The waveguide cover
prevents food and grease from entering the
waveguide area where it could cause damage.
DO NOT REMOVE.
2. Place oven on a secure, level surface, strong
enough to take the oven weight, plus the heaviest
item likely to be cooked in the oven.
3. The minimum height
of free space
necessary above the
top surface of the
oven is 21cm.
4. The oven door may
become hot during cooking.
5. Place or mount the oven so that the bottom of the
oven is 85cm or more above the floor.
6. Do not place the oven where heat, moisture or
high humidity are generated, (for example, near
or above a conventional oven) or near
combustible materials (for example, curtains). Do
not block or obstruct air vent openings. Do not
place objects on top of the oven.
7. Make sure the power supply cord is undamaged
(See Installation opposite) and that it does not run
under the oven or over any hot or sharp surfaces. 
8. The socket must be readily accessible so that it
can be easily unplugged in an emergency.
9. Do not use the oven outdoors.
BUILDING-IN-KIT.
This oven is not designed to be built-in to a
kitchen unit.IMPORTANT! ELECTRICAL CONNECTION.
• Do not allow water to come into contact with the
power supply cord or plug.
• Insert the plug properly into the socket.
• Do not connect other appliances to the same
socket using an adaptor plug.
• If the plug or socket is loose or the power supply
cord is damaged, it must be replaced with a
special cord. The exchange must be made by an
authorised SHARP service agent. 
• When removing the plug from the socket always
grip the plug, never the power supply cord as this
may damage the power supply cord and the
connections inside the plug.
• If the fitted mains plug to your oven is a rewireable
type and in the unlikely event of the socket outlet in
your home not being compatible with the plug
supplied, remove the plug and fit an appropriate
type, observing the wiring code given in `To replace
the mains plug’ on page 43.
If you wish to remove or replace the plug supplied,
ensure the plug is removed properly and not cut off.
• If the plug fitted to your oven is a non-rewireable
plug and in the unlikely event of the socket outlet
in your home not being compatible with the plug
supplied, cut-off the mains plug and fit an
appropriate type, observing the wiring code given
in ‘To replace the mains plug’ on page 43.
Danger:
The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and
the plug disposed of in a safe manner.
Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be
inserted into a socket outlet as a serious electric
shock may occur.
The plug must not be used without the fuse cover
fitted.
If you have any doubt about your microwave oven
obtain the help of a qualified electrician.
When replacing the plug please ensure that you use
a BSI or ASTA approved plug to BS1363, this should
be fitted with a brown coloured 13 amp fuse
approved by BSI or ASTA to BS1362. If you have
any doubt about electrical connection seek the help
of a qualified electrician. 
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED
To wire an appropriate plug, follow the wiring code
given in `To replace the mains plug’ on page 43.
21cm
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Pacemaker:If you have a heart pacemaker, consult
your doctor or the pacemaker manufacturer prior to
oven use.
Warning: Only allow children to use the
oven withoutsupervision when adequate
instructions have been given so that the
child is able to use the oven in a safe way
and understands the hazards of improper
use. Oven Use:
•The oven is for domestic food preparation only.
•  Never operate when empty, except as directed in
the operation manual (see page 9).
•Do not leave or store anything inside the oven when
not in use.
•Never attempt to use the oven with the door open. It
is important not to force or tamper with the door
safety latches.
•Never operate the oven with any object caught in
the door.
•Do not insert fingers or objects in the holes of the door
latches or air-vent openings as this may damage the
oven and cause an electric shock.     
•If water or food drops inside the air vent openings
switch off the oven immediately, unplug it and call a
Service Technician appointed by SHARP. 
(See page 44).
•Never move the oven while it is operating.
•Do not touch the oven door, outer cabinet, rear
cabinet, oven cavity, ventilation openings,
accessories and dishes during GRILLmode, DUAL
GRILLmode, EXPRESS COOK, AUTO COOK
and MEAL IN ONEoperations, unless wearing
thick oven gloves, as they will become hot. Before
cleaning make sure they are not hot.
Fire:  If smoke is observed, switch off and
unplug the appliance and keep the door
closed  in order to stifle any flames. 
Liquids: Microwave heating of beverages
can result in delayed eruptive boiling,
therefore care has to be taken when
handling the container. Stir the liquid prior
to and during heating/reheating, let liquid
stand in the oven after cooking.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
MAFF HEATING CATEGORY
E
800W
The heating category (a letter A to E) developed by
MAFF (Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food)
with microwave oven and food manufacturers
indicates the ability of the oven to heat small
quantities of food (up to 500g [1lb 2oz]). It does not
represent the general performance of the oven.Microwave output power in
Watts (based on international
(IEC 60705) standard).
600  700  800  900  1000 Watts OVEN 
OUTPUT 
POWERLess heating time required
More heating time required
Letter representing the
oven heating category.
Microwave
Symbol.
A       B       C      D       E OVEN 
OUTPUT 
CATEGORYLess heating time required
More heating time required
Food packs carry cooking instructions for heating
categories A to E.  Follow instructions for the letter
corresponding to the oven’s heating category. The
higher the output power and heating category of the
oven the less heating time is required. As shown
opposite.
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MICROWAVING
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MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
x1100P (HIGH)
KG•LB TURN STIR GRILLMICRO COOK
x270P (MED.HIGH)
KG•LB TURN STIR GRILLMICRO COOK
x350P (MEDIUM)KG•LB TURN STIR GRILLMICRO COOK
x430P (MED.LOW)KG•LB TURN STIR GRILLMICRO COOK
x510P (LOW)KG•LB TURN STIR GRILLMICRO COOK
Power level: The microwave power level is varied
by the microwave energy switching on and off.
When using power levels other than 100P you will
be able to hear the microwave energy pulsing on
and off as the food cooks or defrosts. 
IMPORTANT: The microwave power level will default
to 100P unless you press the MICROWAVE POWER
LEVELkey to the desired setting.
TO CHECK THE POWER LEVEL:
To check the microwave power level during cooking,
press the MICROWAVE POWER LEVELkey. As long
as your finger is pressing the MICROWAVE POWER
LEVELkey the power level will be displayed. The oven
continues to count down although the display will show
the power level. To change the power level for cooking, enter the
required time and then press the MICROWAVE
POWER LEVELkey.
For example: Your oven has 5 power levels. To choose the power
level for cooking, follow the advice given in the
recipe section. Generally the following
recommendations apply:
100P- (HIGH output = 800W) used for fast
cooking or reheating e.g. for casseroles, hot
beverages, vegetables etc.
70P- (MEDIUM HIGH output = 560W) used for
longer cooking of dense foods such as roast joints,
meat loaf and plated meals, also for sensitive dishes
such as cheese sauce and sponge cakes. At this
reduced setting, the sauce will not boil over and food
will cook evenly without over cooking at the sides.50P- (MEDIUM output = 400W) for dense foods
which require a long cooking time when cooked
conventionally, eg. beef dishes, it is advisable to use
this power setting to ensure the meat will be tender.
30P- (MEDIUM LOW output = 240W Defrost
setting) to defrost, select this power setting, to ensure
that the dish defrosts evenly. This setting is also ideal
for simmering rice, pasta, dumplings and cooking
egg custard.
10P- (LOW output = 80W) For gentle defrosting,
eg. cream gateaux or pastry.
P = PERCENTAGE Introduction:
Water, sugar and fat in food absorb microwaves which
causes them to vibrate. This creates heat by friction, in
the same way your hands get warm when you rub
them together.
Outer areas of food are heated by microwave energy,
and remaining portions by conduction.  It is, therefore,
important to turn, rearrangeor stirfood to ensure
even heating.  Where recommended allow food to
stand.  This is not optional but necessary to ensurethorough cooking and is particularly important for
dense food, such as joints of meat.
Microwaves pass through non-metallic dishes and
utensils and heat the food inside the dishes.
Microwaves are reflected by metal.  The oven is lined
with metal and has a fine metallic mesh in the door to
prevent microwave leakage. Metallic dishes are not
suitable for microwaving. Only use utensils that are
suitable for microwave ovens.
(See suitable cookware, pages 20-21).
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BEFORE OPERATION
SETTING THE CLOCK
7
Plug in the oven.
1. The oven display will flash:
2. Press the STOP/CLEARkey.
3. The display will show:
To set the clock, see below.
When using the oven for the first time:
Heat the oven using GRILLmode without food for
20 minutes.  See  note on page 9.1.
2.
3.
KG•LB TURN STIR GRILLMICRO COOK
KG•LB TURN STIR GRILLMICRO COOK
NOTES: 
•To check the time of day during a cooking process, press DELAY START/CLOCK SET key and the time of day
will remain on the display as long as you keep your finger on the key. This does not affect the cooking process.
•If the clock is set, when cooking is complete, the display will show the correct time of day. If the clock has not
been set, the display will only show when cooking is complete.
•If the electrical power supply to your microwave oven is interrupted, the display will intermittently show:
after the power is reinstated. If this occurs during cooking, the programme will be erased. The time of
day will also be erased. 
•When you want to reset the time of day, follow the above example again. 1. To set the 12 hour clock, press the DELAY START/CLOCK SET key once,
will appear in the display.
2. To set the 24 hour clock, press the DELAY START/CLOCK SET key twice, 
will appear in the display.
x2x3 1. Select the 24 hour clock. 2. To enter the hours press the 10
MINkey twice then the 1 MIN
key 3 times.
Check the display:
KG•LB TURN STIR GRILLMICRO COOK
Example:
To set the 24 hour clock to 23:35: 
x2
x5 x1x3 4. To enter the minutes press the 10 MIN
key 3 times then press the 1 MINkey 5
times.3. To change from hours to minutes
press the DELAY START/
CLOCK SET key once.
5. To start the clock press the
DELAY START/CLOCK SET
key once.x1x1
x2 There are two setting modes: 12 hour clock and 24 hour clock:
x1
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HOW TO OPERATE THE OVEN
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Opening and closing the door:
To open the oven door, pull the door opening handle. The oven lamp will come
on while the door is open. Close the door firmly and the oven lamp will go out.
Starting the oven:
Prepare and place the food in suitable container onto the turntable or directly
onto the turntable. 
Close the door and press the START/AUTO MINUTEkey. 
Stopping the oven:
If you wish to stop the oven during cooking press the STOP/CLEARkey once
or open the oven door. If you wish to cancel the cooking programme, press the
STOP/CLEARkey twice.
1. To enter the cooking time,
press the 1 MINkey twice
and the 10 SECkey three
times.2. To input the power level, press
the MICROWAVE POWER
LEVELkey twice for 70P.3. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE
key once to start cooking. Example:
To cook for 2 minutes and 30 seconds on 70P microwave power.
x3
x1
x2
NOTES:
•
Your oven can be programmed up to 99 minutes, 90 seconds (99.90). 
•When the door is opened during cooking, the cooking time on the display stops automatically. The cooking time
starts to count down again when the door is closed and the START/AUTO MINUTE key is pressed.
•When oven operation is finished, the time of day will reappear on the display, if the clock has been set.
•If you wish to know the power level during cooking, press the MICROWAVE POWER LEVELkey. As
long as your finger is touching the key the power level will be displayed.
KG•LB TURN STIR GRILLMICRO COOKKG•LB TURN STIR GRILLMICRO COOKKG•LB TURN STIR GRILLMICRO COOK
The display will count down
through the cooking time.
x2
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