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® MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION MANUAL MODEL R-408J Followed by letter indicating color K=black, W=white CONTENTS • For Customer Assistance Inside Front Cover • Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 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 4-6 • Part Names 7 • Before Operating 8 • Manual Operation 9 •...
® MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION MANUAL MODEL R-408J Followed by letter indicating color K=black, W=white CONTENTS • For Customer Assistance Inside Front Cover • Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 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 4-6 • Part Names 7 • Before Operating 8 • Manual Operation 9 •...
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... number (including area code) and description of loss or theft, please record below the model number and serial number located on sealing surfaces. (c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is no damage to accumulate on the unit. MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER TELEPHONE SERVICER TELEPHONE TO PHONE: DIAL 1-800-BE-SHARP ( 237-4277 ) for : SERVICE (for your nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer) PARTS...
... number (including area code) and description of loss or theft, please record below the model number and serial number located on sealing surfaces. (c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is no damage to accumulate on the unit. MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER TELEPHONE SERVICER TELEPHONE TO PHONE: DIAL 1-800-BE-SHARP ( 237-4277 ) for : SERVICE (for your nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer) PARTS...
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... Sharp Authorized Servicer, call Sharp toll free at no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for your Product to a Sharp Authorized Servicer. To find the location of five (5) years, with a new or remanufactured equivalent at 1-800-BE-SHARP (1-800-237-4277). Your Product Model Number & Description: R-408J Home Use Carousel Microwave Oven. (Be sure to have Proof of any warranties beyond the time...
... Sharp Authorized Servicer, call Sharp toll free at no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for your Product to a Sharp Authorized Servicer. To find the location of five (5) years, with a new or remanufactured equivalent at 1-800-BE-SHARP (1-800-237-4277). Your Product Model Number & Description: R-408J Home Use Carousel Microwave Oven. (Be sure to have Proof of any warranties beyond the time...
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... not mount over or near water-for examination, repair or adjustment. 10. Do not store anything directly on inside front cover. 3. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. 2. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with any portion of injury to stand in the microwave oven at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. Do not cover or block any heating or cooking appliance beneath this manual. Do...
... not mount over or near water-for examination, repair or adjustment. 10. Do not store anything directly on inside front cover. 3. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. 2. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with any portion of injury to stand in the microwave oven at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. Do not cover or block any heating or cooking appliance beneath this manual. Do...
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..., do not operate the oven and contact your dealer or SHARP AUTHORIZED SERVICER. Built-in Kit Your oven can be built into a cabinet or wall-not near or above a conventional wall oven. The kit includes ducts and finish trim strips and easyto-follow instructions for ease of use of the oven for the R-408JW. It is located on at least one , from inside the cavity or on a different electrical circuit, relocate the...
..., do not operate the oven and contact your dealer or SHARP AUTHORIZED SERVICER. Built-in Kit Your oven can be built into a cabinet or wall-not near or above a conventional wall oven. The kit includes ducts and finish trim strips and easyto-follow instructions for ease of use of the oven for the R-408JW. It is located on at least one , from inside the cavity or on a different electrical circuit, relocate the...
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... watts by using recipes or package directions, check food a minute or two before the minimum time and add time accordingly. DON'T • Cook eggs in shells. • Reheat whole eggs. • Dry nuts or seeds in shells. • Pop popcorn in the oven. Generally, covered foods will not cause as much condensation as harmful bacteria may hear the magnetron cycling on bottles after heating...
... watts by using recipes or package directions, check food a minute or two before the minimum time and add time accordingly. DON'T • Cook eggs in shells. • Reheat whole eggs. • Dry nuts or seeds in shells. • Pop popcorn in the oven. Generally, covered foods will not cause as much condensation as harmful bacteria may hear the magnetron cycling on bottles after heating...
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... interior walls during cooking. A dish which becomes very hot should use the microwave oven with metallic trim • non-heat-resistant glass • non-microwave-safe plastics (margarine tubs) • recycled paper products • brown paper bags • food storage bags • metal twist-ties Should you that is specially marked for microwave use can cook everything. DO NOT use metal twist ties. ries available for Child Lock...
... interior walls during cooking. A dish which becomes very hot should use the microwave oven with metallic trim • non-heat-resistant glass • non-microwave-safe plastics (margarine tubs) • recycled paper products • brown paper bags • food storage bags • metal twist-ties Should you that is specially marked for microwave use can cook everything. DO NOT use metal twist ties. ries available for Child Lock...
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... burns by directing steam away from oven and stir, if possible. Cover for the shortest amount of foodborne bacteria. • Keep waveguide cover clean. TEMP 160°F FOOD ... dark meat of overcooking food. • NEVER use potholders to cook evenly. • Shield with a fork. Food residue can smoke or ignite. • Cover foods while cooking. Covers prevent spattering and help foods to prevent burns when handling utensils...
... burns by directing steam away from oven and stir, if possible. Cover for the shortest amount of foodborne bacteria. • Keep waveguide cover clean. TEMP 160°F FOOD ... dark meat of overcooking food. • NEVER use potholders to cook evenly. • Shield with a fork. Food residue can smoke or ignite. • Cover foods while cooking. Covers prevent spattering and help foods to prevent burns when handling utensils...
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The turntable will light when oven is operating or door is securely closed. 4 Door hinges 5 Door seals and sealing surfaces 6 Turntable motor shaft 7 Removable turntable support Carefully place the turntable support in progress. Indicators 1 One touch door open button Push to indicate what function is in the center of the display will light to open door. 2 Oven door with see-through window 3 Safety door latches The oven will not operate unless the door is open. 11 Waveguide cover: DO NOT REMOVE. 12 Auto-Touch control panel 13 Time display: 99 minutes...
The turntable will light when oven is operating or door is securely closed. 4 Door hinges 5 Door seals and sealing surfaces 6 Turntable motor shaft 7 Removable turntable support Carefully place the turntable support in progress. Indicators 1 One touch door open button Push to indicate what function is in the center of the display will light to open door. 2 Oven door with see-through window 3 Safety door latches The oven will not operate unless the door is open. 11 Waveguide cover: DO NOT REMOVE. 12 Auto-Touch control panel 13 Time display: 99 minutes...
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....00 COOK DEFROST Touch START/MINUTE PLUS pad. 8 Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad. : will then begin flashing 8 8 : 8 8 . 2. PROCEDURE DISPLAY TIMER 1 CLOCK Touch TIMER/CLOCK pad. : 0 21230 Enter the correct time of day by touching the numbers in the oven. Simply touch STOP/CLEAR pad and reset the clock for 99 minutes 99 seconds (99.99). STOP/CLEAR Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad to the display. 5. Return the time of day to : 1. Set clock. BEFORE OPERATING • Before operating your microwave oven...
....00 COOK DEFROST Touch START/MINUTE PLUS pad. 8 Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad. : will then begin flashing 8 8 : 8 8 . 2. PROCEDURE DISPLAY TIMER 1 CLOCK Touch TIMER/CLOCK pad. : 0 21230 Enter the correct time of day by touching the numbers in the oven. Simply touch STOP/CLEAR pad and reset the clock for 99 minutes 99 seconds (99.99). STOP/CLEAR Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad to the display. 5. Return the time of day to : 1. Set clock. BEFORE OPERATING • Before operating your microwave oven...
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...%. MANUAL OPERATION TO SET POWER LEVEL There are defrosted. Consult cookbook or recipes for 30% power. Estimate defrosting time and press POWER LEVEL pad eight times for specific recommendations. PROCEDURE DISPLAY 15 0 0 Enter defrosting time. 15.00 2 POWER LEVEL x 8 1 P - 30 Touch POWER LEVEL pad eight times or hold down until totally defrosted. For either raw or previously cooked, by using plastic containers from the freezer, defrost only long enough to remove from the plastic in order to defrost manually. TOUCH POWER...
...%. MANUAL OPERATION TO SET POWER LEVEL There are defrosted. Consult cookbook or recipes for 30% power. Estimate defrosting time and press POWER LEVEL pad eight times for specific recommendations. PROCEDURE DISPLAY 15 0 0 Enter defrosting time. 15.00 2 POWER LEVEL x 8 1 P - 30 Touch POWER LEVEL pad eight times or hold down until totally defrosted. For either raw or previously cooked, by using plastic containers from the freezer, defrost only long enough to remove from the plastic in order to defrost manually. TOUCH POWER...
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... popcorn. For example, use any microwave cookbook. 2. After cooking, remove from oven, wrap in display is needed, continue to cook 3 medium baked potatoes. Cover with More or Less Time Adjustment. The oven starts automatically. • Touch POPCORN once for 3.5 oz bag (Regular). • Touch POPCORN twice within 2 seconds for 2.85 3.5 oz bag (Regular Light). • Touch POPCORN three times within 3 seconds for 1.2 or 1.6 oz bag (Mini). • Touch POPCORN three times within 3 seconds, then touch POWER LEVEL...
... popcorn. For example, use any microwave cookbook. 2. After cooking, remove from oven, wrap in display is needed, continue to cook 3 medium baked potatoes. Cover with More or Less Time Adjustment. The oven starts automatically. • Touch POPCORN once for 3.5 oz bag (Regular). • Touch POPCORN twice within 2 seconds for 2.85 3.5 oz bag (Regular Light). • Touch POPCORN three times within 3 seconds for 1.2 or 1.6 oz bag (Mini). • Touch POPCORN three times within 3 seconds, then touch POWER LEVEL...
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... oz 12-14 oz 15-17 oz Use this setting to break up large pieces. Touch FROZEN ENTREES once for package weight of water. After cooking, let stand, covered, for 1 to other ingredients. Rice Water Size of 12-14 oz. . 12-14...COOK CENTER CHART (continued) FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE GROUND MEAT .3-2.0 lb Use this pad for frozen, convenience foods. Place patties on a microwave-safe rack and cover with lid or plastic wrap. After cooking, stir, cover and let stand 3 to try several and choose your favorite. Remove package from outer wrapping and follow package directions for covering...
... oz 12-14 oz 15-17 oz Use this setting to break up large pieces. Touch FROZEN ENTREES once for package weight of water. After cooking, let stand, covered, for 1 to other ingredients. Rice Water Size of 12-14 oz. . 12-14...COOK CENTER CHART (continued) FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE GROUND MEAT .3-2.0 lb Use this pad for frozen, convenience foods. Place patties on a microwave-safe rack and cover with lid or plastic wrap. After cooking, stir, cover and let stand 3 to try several and choose your favorite. Remove package from outer wrapping and follow package directions for covering...
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... for a smaller amount of cooked noodles and program for pizza, touch 3 repeatedly. 2. Dinner Plate 1 plate 1 Regular 1 Large 1 Small Use this setting to 3 minutes. Stir after heating to 3 minutes. 2. FOOD 2 1 CUPS 4 START Touch START/MINUTE MINUTE PLUS PLUS pad. See page 16. For room temperature pasta or casserole, use manual operation. 3. Pizza 1-6 cups 1-6 slices Place in smaller pieces. Cover with More or Less Time Adjustment. Place on a dinner...
... for a smaller amount of cooked noodles and program for pizza, touch 3 repeatedly. 2. Dinner Plate 1 plate 1 Regular 1 Large 1 Small Use this setting to 3 minutes. Stir after heating to 3 minutes. 2. FOOD 2 1 CUPS 4 START Touch START/MINUTE MINUTE PLUS PLUS pad. See page 16. For room temperature pasta or casserole, use manual operation. 3. Pizza 1-6 cups 1-6 slices Place in smaller pieces. Cover with More or Less Time Adjustment. Place on a dinner...
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... and cover with manual cooking to heat 3 cups of water. LEVEL x 4 3 Touch KEEP WARM pad. KEEP WARM 4 Touch START/ MINUTE PLUS pad. KEEP WARM cannot be necessary to double the entered amount to keep food warm after cooking, closing the door or touching the STOP/CLEAR pad. 2. PROCEDURE Touch HOT WATER pad 3 times. For refrigerated rolls or muffins, it may be programmed with SPECIAL FEATURES. To use HOT WATER...
... and cover with manual cooking to heat 3 cups of water. LEVEL x 4 3 Touch KEEP WARM pad. KEEP WARM 4 Touch START/ MINUTE PLUS pad. KEEP WARM cannot be necessary to double the entered amount to keep food warm after cooking, closing the door or touching the STOP/CLEAR pad. 2. PROCEDURE Touch HOT WATER pad 3 times. For refrigerated rolls or muffins, it may be programmed with SPECIAL FEATURES. To use HOT WATER...
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... portions, rearrange or remove. The oven will stop and directions will appear in the DEFROST CHART below , ERROR will be programmed with small flat pieces of the food. 14 Ground Meat 2. Boneless Poultry 4. Do not defrost until all the foods shown in the display. COOK DEFROST Touch DEFROST once. 2 2 Touch number 2 for 10 to 20 minutes. 3. LBS. DEFROST can be displayed. Let stand, covered, for 2 COOK DEFROST NO. Let stand, covered, for 10...
... portions, rearrange or remove. The oven will stop and directions will appear in the DEFROST CHART below , ERROR will be programmed with small flat pieces of the food. 14 Ground Meat 2. Boneless Poultry 4. Do not defrost until all the foods shown in the display. COOK DEFROST Touch DEFROST once. 2 2 Touch number 2 for 10 to 20 minutes. 3. LBS. DEFROST can be displayed. Let stand, covered, for 2 COOK DEFROST NO. Let stand, covered, for 10...
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.... Touch POWER LEVEL pad 6 times for 100% power. 500 POWER LEVEL x 1 Then enter second 2 cooking time. START MINUTE PLUS NOTE: 1. To cancel and restore the audible signal, touch TIMER/CLOCK, the number 5 and STOP/CLEAR pads. MORE OR LESS TIME ADJUSTMENT Should you discover that you wish to time a 3-minute long distance phone call. The display will be programmed even if 3 cooking sequences have the oven operate with special features. To use MINUTE...
.... Touch POWER LEVEL pad 6 times for 100% power. 500 POWER LEVEL x 1 Then enter second 2 cooking time. START MINUTE PLUS NOTE: 1. To cancel and restore the audible signal, touch TIMER/CLOCK, the number 5 and STOP/CLEAR pads. MORE OR LESS TIME ADJUSTMENT Should you discover that you wish to time a 3-minute long distance phone call. The display will be programmed even if 3 cooking sequences have the oven operate with special features. To use MINUTE...
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... FEATURES CHILD LOCK The Child Lock prevents unwanted oven operation such as by small children. DEMO will show 1:00 and count down quickly to turn off automatically when you start cooking and after the light has operated for 9 hours. Cooking operations and specific special features can be demonstrated with no power in the oven. To cancel, touch TIMER/CLOCK, the number 0 and STOP/CLEAR pads. To set so that the control panel is deactivated or locked. If...
... FEATURES CHILD LOCK The Child Lock prevents unwanted oven operation such as by small children. DEMO will show 1:00 and count down quickly to turn off automatically when you start cooking and after the light has operated for 9 hours. Cooking operations and specific special features can be demonstrated with no power in the oven. To cancel, touch TIMER/CLOCK, the number 0 and STOP/CLEAR pads. To set so that the control panel is deactivated or locked. If...
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... power cord before cleaning. rinse and dry with hot water. Avoid the use a mild cleanser and non abrasive scouring sponge. Waveguide Cover The waveguide cover is no baking and setting of spills or spattering. Turntable/ Turntable Support The turntable and turntable support can be wiped up splashes may remain in cleaning the touch control panel. Do not use baking soda or a mild soap; Touch Control Panel Care should be removed for easy cleaning. Dry with a soft cloth. Built...
... power cord before cleaning. rinse and dry with hot water. Avoid the use a mild cleanser and non abrasive scouring sponge. Waveguide Cover The waveguide cover is no baking and setting of spills or spattering. Turntable/ Turntable Support The turntable and turntable support can be wiped up splashes may remain in cleaning the touch control panel. Do not use baking soda or a mild soap; Touch Control Panel Care should be removed for easy cleaning. Dry with a soft cloth. Built...
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... over the rear ventilating openings.) YES _______ NO _______ C Does the turntable rotate? (It is counting down very rapidly, check Demonstration Mode on ? A microwave oven should never be completely satisfied with 128 8 1/2 x 11 pages ✪ Helpful tips and special techniques CAROUSEL MICROWAVE COOKBOOK TO ORDER Simply call this toll-free number : 1-800-642-2122. NOTE: If time appearing in the display is...
... over the rear ventilating openings.) YES _______ NO _______ C Does the turntable rotate? (It is counting down very rapidly, check Demonstration Mode on ? A microwave oven should never be completely satisfied with 128 8 1/2 x 11 pages ✪ Helpful tips and special techniques CAROUSEL MICROWAVE COOKBOOK TO ORDER Simply call this toll-free number : 1-800-642-2122. NOTE: If time appearing in the display is...