Sharp R259 Manual

800W (IEC 60705) OPERATION MANUAL
with COOKBOOK
R-259
MICROWAVE OVEN
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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:
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OVEN ANDACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
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ONTROLPANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
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AFETY:
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 - 5
Important Safety Instructions   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES
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6 8
752 3
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OVEN:
1.Oven lamp
2.Control panel
3.Door opening handle
4.Waveguide cover (DO NOT REMOVE)
5.Oven cavity
6.Coupling
7.Door latches
8.Door hinges
9.Door seals and sealing surfaces
10.Power cord
11.Ventilation openings
12.Outer cabinet
ACCESSORIES:
Check to make sure the following accessories are
provided:
13.Turntable
14.Roller stay
•Place the roller stay in the coupling on the
oven floor, then place the turntable on to the
roller stay, ensuring it is...

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CONTROL PANEL
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3
4
510
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91. DIGITAL DISPLAY
2. TIMEkeys
3. EXPRESS COOK keys
4. EXPRESS DEFROST keys
5. LESS/MORE TIME keys
6. POWER LEVELkey
7. START/AUTO MINUTE key
8. STOP/CLEAR key
9. KITCHEN TIMER/CLOCK SETkey
10. WEIGHT keys
11. AUTO COOK key6
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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. If the door
or door seals are damaged, the oven
must not be operated until it has
been repaired by a competent person.
•Inspect the oven interior and door for
dents.
IMPORTANT:
If any...

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INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Only allow children to use the
oven without supervision 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.
This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a...

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MAFF HEATING CATEGORY
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.
HOW YOUR OVEN WORKS
Microwaves are energy waves, similar to those
used for TV and radio signals.
Electrical energy is converted into microwave
energy, which is directed into the oven cavity...

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MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
•Your oven has 5 power levels, as shown.
•To change the power level for cooking, enter
the required time and then press the POWER
LEVELkey until the display indicates the
desired level.
• 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. Power Level
HIGH
MEDIUM HIGH
MEDIUM
MEDIUM LOW
(Defrost)
LOW...

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SETTING THE CLOCK
Your oven has a 12 hour and a 24 hour clock.
•To select the 12 hour clock, press the KITCHEN TIMER/CLOCK SET
key once.             will appear on the display.
•To select the 24 hour clock, press the KITCHEN TIMER/CLOCK SET
key twice. will appear on the display.
To set the time of day follow the instructions below:
x1
x2
1. Select the
clock type
required.
2. Enter the hours by
pressing the TIME
keys.
x1
x1 4. Enter the minutes by
pressing the TIMEkeys.5. To start the clock, press the...