Sharp YC-QC254A, User Manual

Page 1: ... Product images are for illustration purpose only Actual product may vary EN YC QC254A Microwave oven User manual ...

Page 2: ...ct your retailer where you purchased your device You can also obtain the copy of the warranty rights via the electronic or conventional mail after submitting your request to service gb sharpconsumer eu UK service ie sharpconsumer eu IE or calling the number 44 0 330 024 0803 UK 353 1443 3323 IE Calls are charged at your normal telephone call rate Keep proof of purchase because it is necessary to a...

Page 3: ...ironment and human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling 2 In other Countries outside the EU If you wish to discard this product please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal For Switzerland Used electrical or electronic equipment can be returned free of charge to the dealer even if you don t purchase a new product Further collect...

Page 4: ...ing surfaces 4 Do not attempt to repair or adjust the oven CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 INSTALLATION 10 RADIO INTERFERENCE 11 GROUNDING EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS 11 SPECIFICATIONS 11 OVEN AND ACCESSORIES 12 CONTROL PANEL 13 BEFORE USING THE OVEN 13 SETTING THE CLOCK 13 MICROWAVE COOKING 14 QUICK START 14 GRILL COOKING 15 MICROWAVE GRILL 15 CONVECTION 16 MICROWAVE CONVECTION 16 AUTO MENU 17...

Page 5: ...e circuit serving only this appliance should be provided Do not place the oven in areas where heat is generated For example close to a conventional oven Do not install the oven in an area of high humidity or where moisture may collect Do not store or use the oven outdoors If smoke is observed switch off or unplug the oven and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames Use only microwave saf...

Page 6: ...lls Pies or Christmas pudding See the corresponding hints in the user manual To avoid the possibility of injury WARNING Do not operate the oven if it is damaged or malfunctioning Check the following before use a Make sure the door closes properly and ensure it is not misaligned or warped b Check to make sure the hinges and safety door latches are not broken or loose c Ensure that the door seals an...

Page 7: ...t in a hazardous situation Individuals with PACEMAKERS should check with their doctor or the manufacturer of the pacemaker for precautions regarding microwave ovens To avoid the possibility of electric shock Under no circumstances should you remove the outer cabinet Never spill or insert any objects into the door lock openings or ventilation openings In the event of a spill turn off and unplug the ...

Page 8: ...even after the oven has been turned off Take care when microwaving liquids Use a wide mouthed container to allow bubbles to escape Never heat liquids in narrow necked containers such as baby bottles as this may result in the contents erupting from the container when heated and cause burns To prevent sudden eruption of boiling liquid and possible scalding 1 Do not use excessive amount of time 2 Stir...

Page 9: ...e serving and pay special attention to the temperature of food and drink given to babies children or the elderly Accessible parts may become hot during use Young children should be kept away Temperature of the container is not a true indication of the temperature of the food or drink always check the food temperature Always stand back from the oven door when opening it to avoid burns from escaping...

Page 10: ...e enabled with a child lock mode Do not lean or swing on the oven door Do not play with the oven or use it as a toy Children should be taught all important safety instructions use of pot holders careful removal of food coverings paying special attention to packaging e g self heating materials designed to make food crisp as they may be extra hot Other warnings Never modify the oven in any way Do no...

Page 11: ...Do not place anything on the outer cabinet during operation NOTE Do not use plastic containers for microwaving if the oven is still hot from using a combination mode oven model dependant because they may melt Plastic containers must not be used during above modes unless the container manufacturer says they are suitable If you are unsure how to connect your oven please consult an authorised qualifi...

Page 12: ...The rear surface of appliance can be placed against a wall The minimum installation height is 85 cm A minimum space of 20 cm is required between the sides of the microwave oven and any adjacent walls or objects Leave a minimum space of 30 cm above the oven Do not remove the feet from the bottom of the oven Blocking the intake and or outlet openings can damage the oven Place the oven as far away fr...

Page 13: ...ility for damage to the oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the electrical connection procedures The mains lead used in your microwave oven uses the following colour coded wires Green and Yellow EARTH Blue NEUTRAL Brown LIVE SPECIFICATIONS Model name YC QC254A AC Line Voltage 230 240 V 50 Hz single phase Distribution line fuse circuit breaker 10 A Power Power Consumption 2050...

Page 14: ...h the grill when it is hot NOTE When you order accessories please mention two items part name and model name NOTES After cooking fatty foods without a cover always clean the cavity and any cooking utensils thoroughly these must be dry and free from grease Built up grease may overheat and begin to smoke or catch fire When microwaving always place cookware on the oven baseplate DO NOT use the Grill ...

Page 15: ... operate To enter standby mode again open and close the door During cooking if the STOP ECO button is pressed once the cooking cycle will be paused To restart cooking press the START QUICK START button If the STOP ECO button is pressed twice cooking will be canceled When programming the oven for a particular function and there is a pause between button presses of more than 30 seconds the oven will...

Page 16: ...ggested Use P100 100 Use this setting for fast cooking or reheating e g for casseroles hot beverages vegetables etc P 80 80 For dense foods which require a long cooking time when cooked conventionally e g beef dishes It is advisable to use this power setting to ensure the meat will be tender P 60 60 Used for longer cooking of dense foods such as roast joints meat loaf and plated meals also for sen...

Page 17: ...k the food quickly To use the microwave and grill function follow the instruction as below 1 In standby mode press MICROWAVE GRILL pad once or twice to select Co 1 or Co 2 2 Use the JOG DIAL buttons to set cooking time 3 Press START QUICK START button to start 4 When the cooking cycle is completed the display will show End and a tone will be heard every two minutes until a button is pressed or the...

Page 18: ...eat temperature will be maintained for 30 minutes after which the oven will turn off MICROWAVE CONVECTION The Microwave Convection mode makes cooking easier and faster as it uses fast microwave cooking and convection to crisp the food It is possible to cook at 4 different convection temperatures To start the dual cook mode follow the instrucitons as below 1 In standby mode press MICROWAVE CONVECTION...

Page 19: ... the weight by using the JOG DIAL then press the START QUICK START button to begin cooking 200 to 800g Auto Defrost 100 to 1800g Reheat Beverages Select the number of cups by using the JOG DIAL then press the START QUICK START button to begin cooking 1 to 3 cups 200ml each Jacket Potato Select the number of potatoes by using the JOG DIAL then press the START QUICK START button to begin cooking Dep...

Page 20: ...r the door is opened AUTO REHEAT The oven allows you to reheat food based on the weight entered by user The defrosting time and power level are automatically set once the food category and the weight are programmed The reheat weight ranges from 200g to 800g 1 In standby mode press the AUTO REHEAT button 2 Using the JOG DIAL to select weight of food to be reheated 3 Press START QUICK START 4 When t...

Page 21: ...ock state all buttons are disabled Press any button lock indication appears on the display for 5 seconds to remind user to cancel the Safety lock To turn the safety lock off simply open and close the door to the microwave and the keypad will become active again and the lock indicator light will turn off CHILD LOCK To set the CHILD LOCK press and hold the CHILD LOCK button for 3 seconds a long beep w...

Page 22: ...leave oven door open to prevent oven from accidentally turning on If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door wipe with a soft cloth This may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity condition This is not a fault The baseplate should be cleaned regularly to avoid contamination and potential arcing damage Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mi...

Page 23: ...table to be used in a microwave oven Kitchen Paper Only use kitchen paper which is recommended for use in microwave ovens Glassware e g Pyrex Care should be taken if using fine glassware as it can break or crack if heated suddenly Metal Tray It is not recommended to use metal cookware as it will arc which can lead to fire Metal Rack It is not recommended to use metal cookware as it will arc which ...

Page 24: ...o high food may overheat burn and in extreme circumstances catch fire and damage the oven Arrange Place the thickest parts of food towards the outside of the dish e g Chicken drumsticks Foods that are placed towards the outside of the dish will receive more energy so cook quicker than those in the centre Cover Certain foods benefit from being covered during microwave cooking Use vented microwave c...

Page 25: ...icken breasts or drumsticks take longer to cook in the thicker parts For even cooking place the thickest parts to the outside of the dish where they will receive more energy Round shapes cook more evenly than square shapes when microwave cooking Temperature of food The initial temperature of food affects the amount of cooking time needed Chilled foods will take longer to cook than food at room temp...

Page 26: ...eas This will ensure that all parts of the food defrosts evenly Separate Foods may be stuck together when removed from the freezer It is important to separate foods as soon as it is possible during defrosting e g bacon rashers chicken fillets Shield Some areas of food being defrosted may become warm To prevent them becoming warmer and starting to cook these areas can be shielded with small pieces ...

Page 27: ... 50 Stir frequently to ensure even reheating NOTE Ensure the food is thoroughly reheated before serving To achieve the best results when reheating select a suitable microwave power level appropriate to the type of food e g A bowl of vegetables can be reheated using power level P 100 while a lasagne which contains ingredients that cannot be stirred should be reheated using power level P 40 NOTES Re...

Page 28: ... to high voltage parts inside which must never be touched as this could be fatal Your oven is not fitted with a lamp access cover If the lamp fails do not attempt to replace the lamp yourself call a SHARP approved service facility TROUBLESHOOTING CHART QUERY ANSWER Draught circulates around the door When the oven is working air circulates within the cavity The door does not form an airtight seal s...

Page 29: ...below Check to ensure that the oven is plugged in securely If it is not remove the plug from the outlet wait 10 seconds and plug it in again securely Check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker If these seem to be operating properly test the outlet with another appliance Check to ensure that the power and timer knobs are set correctly Check to ensure that the door is securely ...

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