OPERATION MANUAL

Should there be any interference caused by the Microwave Drawer to your radio or TV, check that the Microwave Drawer is on a different electrical circuit, relocate the radio or TV as far away from the drawer as feasible or check position and signal of receiving antenna.
This appliance must be grounded. The Microwave Drawer is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding 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. Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.
If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions, consult a qualified electrician or service person.
ALWAYS have food in the Microwave Drawer when it is on to absorb the microwave energy.
The vent under the Microwave Drawer must not be blocked. During microwaving, steam may come from the left side lower vent (when facing the product).
When using the Microwave Drawer at power levels below 100%, you may hear the magnetron cycling on and off. It is normal for the exterior of the Microwave Drawer to be warm to the touch when cooking or reheating.
Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking and the amount being vented is directly related to the moisture content of the food and room humidity. A cooler room will produce more condensation. Attention should be paid to the vented area after each use of the product and wiped down if needed.
The Microwave Drawer is for food preparation only. It should not be used to dry clothes or newspapers.
In using recipes or package directions, check food a minute or two before the minimum time and add time accordingly.
When opening or closing the Microwave Drawer quickly, food in the Microwave Drawer may be spilled. To clean, please refer to the Cleaning and Care section on page 19.
A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. Check it for microwave cooking principles, techniques, hints and recipes.
Doneness signs include:
It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many pieces already in your kitchen can be used successfully in your new Microwave Drawer. Make sure the utensil does not touch the interior walls during cooking.
Use these utensils for safe microwave cooking and reheating:
These items can be used for short time reheating of foods that have little fat or sugar in them:
DO NOT USE
Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving, place the empty dish in the oven and microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. A dish which becomes very hot should not be used.
The following coverings are ideal:
How to use aluminum foil in your Microwave Drawer:
Should you have questions about utensils or coverings, check a good microwave cookbook or follow recipe suggestions.
ACCESSORIES: There are many microwave accessories available for purchase. Evaluate carefully before you purchase 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. Sharp is not responsible for any damage to the Microwave Drawer when accessories are used.
Children below the age of 7 should use the Microwave Drawer with a supervising person very near to them. Between the ages of 7 and 12, the supervising person should be in the same room. The child must be able to reach the Microwave Drawer comfortably.
At no time should anyone be allowed to lean or swing on the Microwave Drawer.
Children should be taught all safety precautions: use potholders, remove coverings carefully, pay special attention to packages that crisp food because they may be extra hot.
Donʼt assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he/she can cook everything.
Children need to learn that the Microwave Drawer is not a toy. See Control Lock feature.

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 it is approved for microwave use.


| 1 Hidden control panel & keysheet | 4 Drawer sealing surfaces |
| 2 Waveguide cover DO NOT REMOVE | 5 Drawer light |
| 3 Name plate: open the Microwave Drawer fully. The label is beyond the back wall of the microwave cavity facing up from the flat surface. | 6 Microwave Drawer guides |
| 7 Vent | |
| 8 Menu label | |
| 9 Keysheet |

The keysheet is hidden behind the control panel door on the top front face of the unit. To open, simply pull the front top edge down until the key sheet is in full view. To close, push the panel upward to the closed position. The panel will be secured by magnetic latches in both open and closed positions.

Numbers next to the keysheet illustration indicate pages on which there are feature descriptions and usage information

Before operating your new Microwave Drawer make sure you read and understand this operation manual completely
will appear.
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will appear in the display. Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad and re-enter the time.
after the power is reinstated. If this occurs during cooking, the program will be erased. The time of day will also be erased. Simply touch STOP/CLEAR pad and reset the clock for the correct time of day.Note:
.To cancel timer, touch STOP/CLEAR.
Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad to:
Always press the OPEN/CLOSE pad on the control panel to open or close the microwave. Do not push or pull the drawer microwave by hand, except in the case of emergency, such as a power failure. If necessary, push or pull slowly.
Your Microwave Drawer can be programmed for 99 minutes 99 seconds (99.99). Always enter the seconds after the minutes, even if they are both zeros.
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There are eleven preset power levels.
Using lower power levels increases the cooking time, which is recommended for foods such as cheese, milk and long slow cooking of meats. Consult a microwave cookbook or recipes for specific recommendations.
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Sharp's Sensor is a semi-conductor device that detects the vapor (moisture and humidity) emitted from the food as it heats. The sensor adjusts the cooking times and power levels for various foods and quantities.
will be displayed, and the microwave will turn off.Some foods work best when covered. Use the cover recommended in the charts for these foods. You may refer to the hints by touching the HELP/SETTINGS pad. See page 17.
Be careful when removing any covering to allow steam to escape away from you.
You can cook or reheat many foods and don’t need to calculate cooking time or power level.

for baked potatoes.Note:



BEVERAGE enables you to reheat coffee or tea to restore to a more suitable drinking temperature or to make instant coffee, tea or hot cereal.

to make coffee.
two more times for 2 cups of coffee.Note:

Use this feature to defrost the foods shown in the DEFROST CHART below.

for steaks/chops.


Note:

If the food that you wish to defrost is not listed on the DEFROST CHART or is above or below the limits in the AMOUNT column on the DEFROST CHART, you need to defrost manually.
You can defrost any frozen food, either raw or previously cooked, by using POWER LEVEL at 30%. Follow the exact 3-step procedure found under TO SET POWER LEVEL on page 11. Estimate defrosting time and touch POWER LEVEL pad eight times for 30% power.
For either raw or previously cooked frozen food the rule of thumb is approximately 4 minutes per pound. For example, defrost 4 minutes for 1 pound of frozen spaghetti sauce.
Always stop the oven periodically to remove or separate the portions that are defrosted. If food is not defrosted at the end of the estimated defrosting time, program the oven in 1 minute increments on POWER LEVEL 30% until totally defrosted.
When using plastic containers from the freezer, defrost only long enough to remove from the plastic in order to place in a microwave-safe dish.
Melt and Soften automatically compute the correct heating time and microwave power level for melting, softening and warming foods shown in the chart below.

for chocolate.
two more times for 1 square.Note:

Keep Warm allows you to keep food warm up to 30 minutes

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and count down.
will be displayed intermittently during the count down.
will be displayed intermittently during the count down.Note:
If the electrical power supply to your Microwave Drawer should be interrupted, the display will intermittently show
after the power is reinstated. If this occurs, the HELP/SETTINGS option you input will be erased. Simply touch STOP/CLEAR pad and reset.
At the end of timed cook, beeps will sound. The audible signal can be turned off if you prefer quiet operation.
TO TURN SOUND OFF



TO RESTORE SOUND



At end of timed cooking, the microwave will signal every 10 seconds for the first minute; then every 3 minutes until STOP/ CLEAR pad is touched, up to one hour.
TO TURN REMINDER OFF
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.TO TURN REMINDER SIGNAL BACK ON
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.If you wish to program the Microwave Drawer to begin cooking automatically at a designated time of day, follow this procedure.




Touch POWER LEVEL pad repeatedly until the desired power level is reached. 
TO SELECT DEMO MODE
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.TO CANCEL DEMO MODE
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This microwave will go into standby mode after a period of inactivity. The backlight of the display will automatically dim after 3 minutes if the unit has not been in operation. If the display is in standby mode, simply touch the control panel or open/close the door to return the backlight to maximum brightness.
The Control Lock prevents unwanted drawer operation such as by small children. The Microwave Drawer can be set so that the control panel and the automatic door mechanism are deactivated or locked.
TO LOCK
Touch STOP/CLEAR pad and hold for 3 seconds. The display shows
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TO UNLOCK
Touch STOP/CLEAR pad and hold for 3 seconds. The display shows
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The Control Lock is canceled when the electrical power supply to your oven is interrupted. Set the Control Lock again when power to the oven is restored.
Each setting of REHEAT, COOK, POPCORN, KEEP WARM, REHEAT and DEFROST has a cooking hint. If you wish to check, touch HELP/SETTINGS whenever HELP is lighted in the Interactive Display for these and other manual operation hints.
+30 SEC allows you to cook for 30 seconds at 100% by simply touching the +30 SEC pad. You can also extend cooking time in multiples of 30 seconds by repeatedly touching the +30 SEC pad during manual cooking.
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Should you discover that you like any of the REHEAT or DEFROST settings slightly more done, touch the POWER LEVEL pad once after touching your selection. The display will show
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For slightly less done, touch the POWER LEVEL pad twice after touching your selection. The display will show
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Your Microwave Drawer can be programmed for up to 4 automatic cooking sequences, switching from one power level setting to another automatically.
Sometimes cooking directions tell you to start on one power level and then change to a different power level. Your Microwave Drawer can do this automatically.

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will be displayed.The outside surface is precoated metal and plastic. Clean the outside with mild soap and water; rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use any type of household or abrasive cleaner.
The exterior should be wiped often with a soft damp cloth and polished with a soft dry cloth to maintain its beauty. There are also a variety of products designed especially for cleaning and shining the stainless exterior of the oven. We recommend that the cleaner be applied to a soft cloth and then carefully used on the stainless exterior rather than sprayed directly on to it. Follow package directions carefully.
Wipe the window on both sides with a soft damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters. Metal parts will be easier to maintain if wiped frequently with a soft damp cloth. Avoid the use of spray and other harsh cleaners as they may stain, streak or dull the drawer surface.
If desired, the touch pads may be deactivated before cleaning. See the CONTROL LOCK of this manual. Wipe the panel with a cloth dampened slightly with water only. Dry with a soft cloth. Do not scrub or use any sort of chemical cleaners. Close drawer and follow directions for turning Control Lock off. Touch STOP/CLEAR.
Before cleaning the the Microwave Drawer, touch and hold the Control Lock button for 3 seconds to lock the control pad and the automatic door mechanism. The drawer can be locked in either the open or closed position. The display will show
. This will prevent the drawer from accidentally opening or closing during cleaning.
After cleaning, touch and hold the Control Lock button for 3 seconds to turn the lock off. The display will show
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Cleaning is easy because no heat is generated to the interior surfaces; therefore, there is no baking and setting of spills or spattering. To clean the interior surfaces, including drawer sealing surfaces, wipe with a soft damp cloth. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE OR HARSH CLEANERS OR SCOURING PADS. For heavier soil, use mild soap; wipe clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use any chemical oven cleaners.
Remove the food crumbs from the Microwave Drawer guides. Wipe with a soft dry cloth in order to keep the Microwave Drawer opening and closing smoothly.
ATTENTION: The waveguide cover, located on the inside top of the Microwave Drawer area, is made from mica, so it requires special care. Keep the waveguide cover clean to assure good microwave performance. Carefully wipe with a soft damp cloth any food spatters from the surface of the cover immediately after they occur. Built-up splashes may overheat and cause smoke or possibly catch fire. Do not remove the waveguide cover.
Occasionally, a cooking odor may remain in the Microwave Drawer. To remove odor, combine 1 cup water, grated peel and juice of one lemon and several whole cloves in a 2-cup glass microwave-safe measuring cup. Boil for several minutes using 100% power. Leave in the Microwave Drawer until water cools. Wipe interior with a soft cloth.
Please check the following before calling for service. It may save you time and expense.
| PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE | SOLUTION |
| 1. Part or all of Micro- wave Drawer does not operate. |
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| 2. Food in Microwave Drawer is not heated. |
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| 3. Microwave Drawer light does not work. |
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| 4. Touch controls will not operate. |
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| 5. Display flashes. |
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| 6. Steam from the vent |
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Reference file: Sharp SMD2470ASY 24 in. 1.2 cu. ft. 950W Stainless Steel Microwave Drawer Oven
Additionally, the document applies to other Sharp models: SMD2470AS, SMD2470AH, SMD3070AS