Operating Instructions
Griller Microwave Oven
Model: NN-GD568S
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN.
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Mississauga, Ontario
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Table of Contents
Safety Information
Safety Symbols and Precautions .......................................................................1
Important Safety Instructions..........................................................................2-5
Installation and Grounding Instructions ........................................................5-6
Safety Precautions............................................................................................7-8
Operation
Control Panel .......................................................................................................13
Starting to Use Your Oven ...................................................................................14
Setting the Clock..................................................................................................14
Child Safety Lock .................................................................................................14
Selecting Power & Cook Time .............................................................................15
Quick Min Feature................................................................................................15
Keep Warm Feature.............................................................................................15
Popcorn Feature ..................................................................................................16
More/Less Feature ...............................................................................................16
Inverter Turbo Defrost Feature.............................................................................17
Defrosting Tips & Techniques .........................................................................17-18
Auto Reheat Feature............................................................................................19
Auto Cook Feature...............................................................................................19
Auto Cook Chart ..................................................................................................20
Grill Feature .........................................................................................................21
Auto Grill Feature.................................................................................................22
Auto Grill Chart ....................................................................................................22
Timer Feature (Kitchen Timer/Stand Time/Delay Start).......................................23
Microwave Shortcuts.......................................................................................24-25
Food Characteristics ............................................................................................26
Cooking Techniques........................................................................................26-27
Quick Guide to Operation ....................................................................................30
Maintenance
Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven.......................................................11
Before Requesting Service ..................................................................................28
Warranty and Service...........................................................................................29
General Information
Cookware Guide ...............................................................................................9-10
Oven Components Diagram ................................................................................12
Specifications .......................................................................................................31
User’s Record ......................................................................................................31
Notes....................................................................................................................32
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© Copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. 2008.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on your
appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door
operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is impor-
tant not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow
soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that
the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:
(1) door (bent),
(2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to
reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions
are not followed.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to poten-
tial hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and
either the word “DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”. These
words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if
you don’t immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if
you don’t follow instructions.
Microwave Oven Safety
DDAANNGGEERR
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CAUTION indicates a potentially haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
—To reduce the risk of burns, electric
shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave
energy:
1. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPO-
SURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY,” found on page 1.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded
outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 6.
4. As with any cooking appliance, DO NOT leave oven unattended while in use.
5. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the installation instruc-
tions found on page 5, 6.
6. DO NOT cover or block any openings on this appliance.
7. DO NOT store this appliance outdoors. DO NOT use this product near
water — for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool or similar locations.
8. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. DO
NOT use corrosive chemicals, vapors or non-food products in this
appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, or cook food.
It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use. The use of corrosive
chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the appliance and may result in
radiation leaks.
9. When cleaning surfaces of the door and oven that come together upon
closing the door, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied
with a sponge or soft cloth.
10. DO NOT allow children to use this appliance, unless closely supervised by
an adult. DO NOT assume that because a child has mastered one cooking
skill he/she can cook everything.
11. DO NOT operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
12. DO NOT immerse cord or plug in water.
13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
14. DO NOT let cord hang over edge of a table or counter.
15. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel.
Contact the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair or
adjustment.
Your microwave oven is a cooking appliance and you should use as much care
as you use with a stove or any other cooking appliance. When using electric
appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven.
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16. Some products such as whole eggs with or without shell, narrow neck bottles
and sealed containers — for example, closed glass jars — may explode and
should not be heated in this oven.
17. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
(a) DO NOT overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic,
or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate
cooking.
(b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in
oven.
(c) If material inside the oven ignites, keep oven door closed, turn oven
off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel.
(d) DO NOT use the cavity for storage purposes. DO NOT leave paper
products, cooking utensils or food in the cavity when not in use.
18.
Superheated Liquids
Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the
boiling point without showing evidence (or signs) of boiling. Visible bubbling
is not always present when the container is removed from the microwave
oven. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING
OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS
INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
(a) STIR THE LIQUID BOTH BEFORE AND HALFWAY THROUGH
HEATING IT.
(b) DO NOT heat water and oil, or fats together. The film of oil will trap
steam, and may cause a violent eruption.
(c) DO NOT use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
(d) After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a
short time before removing the container.
19. DO NOT cook directly on the turntable. It can crack, cause injury or damage
to the oven.
20. Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be used in a
microwave/griller oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
21. DO NOT clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the pad and
touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.
22. DO NOT use paper products when appliance is operated in the grill mode.
23. DO NOT store any materials, other than manufacturer's recommended
accessories in this oven when not in use.
24. DO NOT cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal foil. This will
cause overheating of the oven.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For proper use of your oven read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions.
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TO AVOID THE RISK OF SHOCK:
DO NOT remove outer panel from oven. Repairs must be done only by a qualified
service person.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF EXPOSURE TO
MICROWAVE ENERGY:
DO NOT tamper with, or make any adjustments or repairs to
Door, Control Panel Frame, Safety Interlock Switches, or any
other part of oven, microwave leakage may result.
TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE:
1. DO NOT operate the oven empty. The microwave energy
will reflect continuously throughout the oven causing over-
heating and damage, if food or water is not present to
absorb energy.
2. DO NOT store flammable materials next to, on top of, or in
the oven.
3. DO NOT dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven, or use news-
paper or paper bags for cooking.
4. DO NOT hit or strike Control Panel. Damage to controls may occur.
5. DO NOT use recycled paper products unless the paper product is labeled as
safe for microwave oven use. Recycled paper products may contain impurities
which may cause sparking.
TO AVOID THE RISK OF SCALDING:
POT HOLDERS should always be used when removing items from the oven. Heat
is transferred from the HOT food to the cooking container and from the container
to the Glass Tray. The Glass Tray can also be very HOT after removing the cook-
ing container from the oven.
The wire rack is designed for use only in the browning mode and will be hot after
use. Care in handling must be exercised.
Glass Tray
1. DO NOT operate the oven without the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in place.
2. DO NOT operate the oven without the Glass Tray fully engaged on the drive
hub. Improper cooking or damage to the oven could result. Verify that the Glass
Tray is properly engaged and rotating by observing its rotation when you press
Start. Note: The Glass Tray can turn in either direction.
3. Use only the Glass Tray specifically designed for this oven. DO NOT substitute
any other glass tray.
4. If the Glass Tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water.
5. DO NOT cook directly on the Glass Tray. Always place food in a microwave
safe dish, on a rack set in a microwave safe dish, or in the metal dish provided
with this oven.
6. If food or utensils on the Glass Tray touch oven walls, causing the tray to stop
moving, the tray will automatically rotate in the opposite direction.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
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INSTALLATION AND
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Examine Your Oven
Unpack oven, remove all packing material and examine the oven for any dam-
age such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify dealer
immediately if oven is damaged. DO NOT install if oven is damaged.
Placement of Oven
1. The oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface. Place the front surface of
the door 7.6 cm (3 inches) or more from the counter top edge to avoid acci-
dental tipping of the microwave oven during normal use. For proper operation,
the oven must have sufficient air flow. Allow 7.6 cm (3 inches) of space on
both sides of the oven and 5 cm (2 inches) of space on top of the oven.
(a) DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven
may overheat and damaged.
(b) DO NOT place oven near a hot, damp surface such as a gas or electric
range, or dishwasher.
(c) DO NOT operate oven when room humidity is excessive.
2. This oven is manufactured for counter top household use only, installed 916
mm (36 inches) or higher above floor level. It is not intended for built-in opera-
tion and is not approved or tested for commercial or marine use.
Installation
DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may
overheat. If the oven overheats, a thermal safety device will turn the oven off.
The oven will remain inoperable until it has cooled.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
Roller Ring
1. The Roller Ring and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to prevent
excessive noise.
2. Always replace the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in their proper positions.
3. The Roller Ring must always be used for cooking along with the Glass Tray.
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—IMPROPER USE OF THE GROUNDING PLUG
CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not com-
pletely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. If it
is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a three wire extension cord that has a
three-prong polarized grounding plug, and a three-slot receptacle that will accept the plug
of the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord should be equal to or greater
than the electrical rating of the appliance.
Grounding Instructions
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED. In the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric
current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
• Plug into properly installed and grounded 3-prong outlet.
• DO NOT remove ground prong.
• DO NOT use an adapter.
Power Supply
1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.
DO NOT let cord hang over edge of a table or counter.
3. If a long cord or extension cord is used,
• The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
• The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
• The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or
tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.
Wiring Requirements
1. The oven must be operated on a SEPARATE CIRCUIT. No other appli-
ance should share the circuit with the microwave oven. If it does, the branch circuit fuse
may blow or the circuit breaker may trip.
2. The oven must be plugged into a 15 AMP or 20 AMP, 120 VOLT, 60 Hz GROUNDED
OUTLET. Where a standard two-prong outlet is encountered, it is the
personal responsibility and obligation of the consumer to have it replaced with a
properly grounded three-prong outlet.
3. The VOLTAGE used must be the same as specified on this microwave oven (120 V, 60
Hz). Using a higher voltage is dangerous and may result in a fire or oven damage.
Using a lower voltage will cause slow cooking. Panasonic is NOT responsible for any
damages resulting from the use of the oven with any voltage other than specified.
TV / Radio Interference
1. Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV or similar
equipment.
2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the following
measures:
(a) Place the radio, TV, etc. away from the microwave oven as far as possible.
(b) Use a properly installed antenna to obtain stronger signal reception.
(c) Clean door and sealing surfaces of the oven. (See Care and Cleaning of Your
Microwave Oven)
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INSTALLATION AND GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
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Follow These Safety Precautions When Cooking in Your Oven.
IMPORT
ANT
Proper cooking depends upon the power, the time setting and quantity of
food. If you use a smaller portion than recommended but cook at the time
for the recommended portion, fire could result.
1) HOME CANNING / STERILIZING / DRYING FOODS /
SMALL QUANTITIES OF FOODS
• DO NOT use your oven for home canning. Your oven cannot maintain the food
at the proper canning temperature. The food may be contaminated and then
spoil.
• DO NOT use the microwave oven to sterilize objects (baby bottles, etc.). It is
difficult to keep the oven at the high temperature needed for sterilization.
• DO NOT dry meats, herbs, fruits or vegetables in your oven. Small quantities
of food or foods with low moisture content can dry out, scorch or catch on fire if
overheated.
2) POPCORN
Popcorn may be popped in a microwave oven corn popper. Microwave pop-
corn which pops in its own package is also available. Follow popcorn manu-
facturers’ directions and use a brand suitable for the cooking power of your
microwave oven.
CAUTION: When using pre-packaged microwave popcorn, you can follow rec-
ommended package instructions or use the popcorn button (refer to page 16).
Otherwise, the popcorn may not pop adequately or may ignite and cause a fire.
Never leave oven unattended when popping popcorn. Allow the popcorn bag to
cool before opening, always open the bag away from your face and body to pre-
vent steam burns.
3) DEEP FAT FRYING
• DO NOT deep fat fry in your microwave oven. Cooking oils may burst into flames
and may cause damage to the oven and perhaps result in burns. Microwave utensils
may not withstand the temperature of the hot oil, and can shatter or melt.
4) FOODS WITH NONPOROUS SKINS
• DO NOT COOK/REHEAT WHOLE EGGS, WITH OR WITHOUT THE SHELL.
Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to explode, and possibly damage the
oven or cause injury. Reheating SLICED hard-boiled eggs and cooking SCRAMBLED
eggs is safe.
• Potatoes, apples, whole squash and sausages are examples of foods with non-
porous skins. These types of foods must be pierced before microwave cooking to
prevent them from exploding.
CAUTION: Cooking dry or old potatoes can cause fire.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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5) GLASS TRAY / COOKING CONTAINERS / FOIL
• Cooking containers get hot during microwaving. Heat is transferred from the
HOT food to the container and the Glass Tray. Use pot holders when removing
containers from the oven or when removing lids or plastic wrap covers from
cooking containers, to avoid burns.
• The Glass Tray will get hot during cooking. It should be allowed to cool before
handling or before paper products, such as paper plates or microwave popcorn
bags, are placed in the oven for microwave cooking.
• When using foil in the oven, allow at least 2.5 cm (1-inch) of space between
foil and interior oven walls or door.
• Dishes with metallic trim should not be used, as arcing may occur.
6) PAPER TOWELS / CLOTHS
• DO NOT use paper towels or cloths which contain a synthetic fiber woven into
them. The synthetic fiber may cause the towel to ignite. Use paper toweling
under supervision.
7) OVEN COOKING BAGS
• If an oven cooking bag is used for microwave cooking, prepare according to
package directions. DO NOT use a wire twist-tie to close bag, instead use
plastic ties, cotton string or a strip cut from the open end of the bag.
8) THERMOMETERS
• DO NOT use a conventional meat thermometer in your oven. Arcing may
occur. Microwave safe thermometers are available for both meat and candy.
9) BABY FORMULA / BABY FOOD
• DO NOT heat baby formula or baby food in the microwave oven. The glass jar
or surface of the food may appear warm while the interior can be so hot as to
burn the infant’s mouth and esophagus.
10) REHEATING PASTRY PRODUCTS
• When reheating pastry products, check temperatures of any fillings before eat-
ing. Some foods have fillings which heat faster and can be extremely hot, while
the surface remains warm to the touch (e.g. jelly donuts).
11) GENERAL OVEN USAGE GUIDELINES
• DO NOT use the oven for any purpose other than the preparation of food.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (continued)
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Cookware Guide
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Cookware Guide
(continued)
CONTAINER TEST
TO TEST A CONTAINER FOR SAFE MICROWAVE OVEN USE: Fill a microwave safe cup with cool water
and place it in the microwave oven alongside the empty container to be tested; heat one (1) minute at P10
(HIGH). If the container is microwave oven safe (transparent to microwave energy), the empty container
should remain comfortably cool and the water should be hot. If the container is hot, it has absorbed some
microwave energy and should NOT be used. This test cannot be used for plastic containers.
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Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven
BEFORE CLEANING:
Unplug oven at wall outlet. If outlet is inacces-
sible, leave oven door open while cleaning.
AFTER CLEANING:
Be sure to place the Roller Ring and the Glass
Tray in the proper position and press
Stop/Reset Button to clear the Display.
Warning/Menu Label:
Do not remove, wipe with
a damp cloth.
Inside of the oven:
Wipe with a damp cloth
after using, mild detergent
may be used if needed.
The use of harsh deter-
gents or abrasives.
Oven Door:
Wipe with a soft, dry
cloth when steam
accumulates inside or
around the outside of
the oven door. During
cooking, especially
under high humidity
conditions, steam is
given off from the
food. (Some steam
will condense on cool-
er surfaces, such as
the oven door. This is
normal.)
Inside surface is cov-
ered with a heat and
vapor barrier film. Do
not remove.
Glass Tray:
Remove and wash in warm soapy
water or in a dishwasher.
Outside oven surfaces:
Clean with a damp cloth.
To prevent damage to the
operating parts inside the
oven, water should not be
allowed to seep into ventila-
tion openings.
Do not remove waveguide cover:
It is important to keep cover
clean in the same manner as the
inside of the oven.
Control Panel:
* Covered with a
removable protective
film to prevent
scratches during
shipping. Small bub-
bles may appear
under this film.
(Hint - To remove
film, apply masking
or clear tape to an
exposed corner and
pull gently.)
* If the Control Panel
becomes wet, clean
it with a soft dry
cloth. Do not use
harsh detergents or
abrasives.
Roller Ring and oven cavity floor:
Clean the bottom surface of the oven
with mild detergent water or window
cleaner, and dry. Roller Ring may be
washed in mild soapy water or dish-
washer. These areas should be kept
clean to avoid excessive noise.
After cooking, the oven should be cleaned with a soft cloth moistened with soapy water. If the oven
is not cleaned occasionally to eliminate grease, it can accumulate and cause the oven to "Smoke"
during use.
IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE OVEN CLEAN AND DRY.
FOOD RESIDUE AND CONDENSATION MAY CAUSE RUSTING
OR ARCING AND DAMAGE TO THE OVEN. AFTER USE, WIPE
DRY ALL SURFACES-INCLUDING VENT OPENINGS, OVEN
SEAMS, AND UNDER GLASS TRAY.
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Oven Components Diagram
aa
External Air Vent
bb
Internal Air Vent
cc
Door Safety Lock System
dd
Exhaust Air Vent
ee
Control Panel
ff
Identification Plate
gg
Glass Tray
hh
Roller Ring
ii
Heat/Vapor Barrier Film
(do not remove)
jj
Warning Label
kk
Menu Label
(do not remove)
ll
Waveguide Cover (do not remove)
mm
Door Release Button
nn
Time and Serving/Weight Dial
oo
Wire Rack
o
fid g l aj db
e
n
dk
m
h
c
c
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Control Panel
Beep Sound:
When a button is pressed correctly, a beep will be heard.
If a button is pressed and no beep is heard, the unit did not or cannot accept the instruc-
tion. When operating, the oven will beep twice between programmed stages. At the end
of any complete program, the oven will beep 5 times.
Note:
If there is no operation for 6 minutes after setting cooking program, the oven will automat-
ically cancel the cooking program. The display will return to clock or colon display.
Popcorn Button
(☛ page 16)
Time and
Serving/Weight Dial
Stop/Reset Button
Timer/Clock Button
(☛ page 14, 23)
Auto Cook/Grill
Button (☛ page 19, 22)
Keep Warm Button
(☛ page 15)
Quick Min Button
(☛ page 15)
Grill Button
(☛ page 21)
Display Window
Inverter Turbo Defrost
Button (☛ page 17)
More/Less Button
(☛ page 16)
Start Button
Power Level Button
(☛ page 15)
Before cooking: One tap
clears all your instructions.
During cooking: One tap
temporarily stops the
cooking process. Another
tap cancels all your
instructions, and time of
day or colon appears in
the Display Window.
After cooking program
setting, one tap allows
oven to begin functioning.
If door is opened or
Stop/Reset Button is
pressed once during oven
operation, Start Button
must be pressed again to
restart oven.
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Child Safety Lock
Setting the Clock
Example: To set 11:25 a.m. or p.m.
1.
• Press Timer/Clock
twice.
➤ Colon flashes.
2.
• Set time of day using
Time Dial.
➤ Time appears in
the display window;
colon continues
flashing.
3.
• Press Timer/Clock.
➤ Colon stops flash-
ing; time of day is
entered.
NOTES:
1. To reset the clock, repeat step 1-3.
2. The clock will retain the time of day as
long as the oven is plugged in and
electricity is supplied.
3. Clock is a 12-hour display.
4. Oven will not operate while colon is
flashing.
This feature prevents the electronic oper-
ation of the oven until cancelled. It does
not lock the door.
To Set:
• Press Start 3 times.
The indication light
appears in the display
window.
➤The indication light
continues to be
displayed until Child
Lock is cancelled.
Any button may be
pressed but the
microwave will not
start.
To Cancel:
• Press Stop/Reset 3
times.
➤ The display will
return to colon or
time of day when
Child Lock has
been cancelled.
Starting to Use
Your Oven
1.
• Plug into a properly
grounded electrical
outlet.
The oven automatical-
ly defaults to the impe-
rial measure system
(oz/lb).
2.
• Press Start to convert
to metric. Verify your
selection in the dis-
play window.
3.
• Press Stop/Reset.
➤ Colon appears in
the display window.
Display Window
If you wish to
use metric
system (g/kg):
NOTE:
You can set the Child Lock feature when
the display shows a colon or time of day.
Time Dial
Rotate
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NOTES:
1. For more than one stage cooking, repeat
steps 1 and 2 for each stage of cooking
before pressing Start button. The maxi-
mum number of stages for cooking is 5.
When operating, two beeps will sound
between each stage. Five beeps will
sound at the end of the entire sequence.
2. When selecting P10 (HIGH) power for
the first stage, you may begin at step 2.
3. When selecting P10 (HIGH) power, the
maximum programmable time is 30 min-
utes. For other power levels, the maxi-
mum time is 90 minutes.
4. For reheating, use P10 (HIGH) for liq-
uids, P7 (MEDIUM-HIGH) for most foods
and P6 (MEDIUM) for dense foods.
5. For defrosting, use P3 (MEDIUM-LOW).
DO NOT OVERCOOK. This oven requires
less time to cook than an older unit.
Overcooking will cause food to dry out and
may cause a fire. A microwave oven’s
cooking power tells you the amount of
microwave power available for cooking.
Example: To cook at P 6 (MEDIUM)
power for 1 minute 30 seconds
1.
• Press Power Level
until the desired
power level appears
in the display window.
2.
3.
• Press Start.
➤Cooking will start.
The time in the
display window will
count down.
Press 5 times.
Press
once
twice
3 times
4 times
5 times
6 times
7 times
8 times
9 times
10 times
Power Level
P10 (HIGH)
P9
P8
P7 (MEDIUM-HIGH)
P6 (MEDIUM)
P5
P4
P3
(MEDIUM-LOW)/DEFROST
P2
P1 (LOW)
Quick Min Feature
This feature allows you to set or add
cooking time in 1 minute increments up to
10 minutes.
To Set Cooking Time:
NOTES:
1. If desired, you can use other power
levels. Select desired power level
before setting cooking time.
2. Quick Min button can be used to add
more time during manual cooking.
1.
• Press Quick Min until
the desired cooking
time (up to 10 min-
utes) appears in the
display window.
Power Level is pre-set
at P10.
2.
Press Start.
Cooking begins and the
time will count down.
At the end of cooking,
5 beeps sound.
Keep Warm Feature
This feature will keep food warm for up to
30 minutes after cooking.
1.
• Press Keep Warm.
2.
3.
• Press Start.
➤ Keep Warm will
start. The time in
the display window
will count down.
NOTE:
Keep Warm can be programmed as the
final stage after cook time/s have been
manually entered. It cannot be used in
combination with auto features.
Selecting Power
& Cook Time
• Set Cooking Time
using Time Select Dial
to 1 minute and 30
seconds.
• Set warming time
using Time Select
Dial, up to 30 minutes.
Example: To keep 2 cups of gravy warm
for 10 minutes
Time Dial
Rotate
Time Dial
Rotate
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Popcorn Feature
NOTES ON POPCORN FEATURE:
1. Pop one bag at a time.
2. Place bag in oven according to manu-
facturers’ directions.
3. Start with popcorn at room tempera-
ture.
4. Allow popped corn to sit unopened for
a few minutes.
5. Open bag carefully to prevent burns,
because steam will escape.
6. Do not reheat unpopped kernels or
reuse bag.
NOTE:
If popcorn is of a different weight than list-
ed, follow instructions on popcorn pack-
age. Never leave the oven unattended.
If popping slows to 2 to 3 seconds
between pops, stop oven. Overcooking
can cause fire.
REMARKS:
When popping multiple bags one right
after the other, the cooking time may vary
slightly. This does not affect the popcorn
results.
Example: To pop 3.5 oz. of popcorn
1.
• Press Popcorn until
the desired size
appears in the display
window.
2.
(see More/Less
Feature.)
3.
• Press Start .
➤ After several
seconds, cooking
time appears in the
display window and
begins to count
down.
Optional
Press
once
twice
3 times
Weight
3.5 oz (99 g)
3.0 oz (85 g)
1.75 oz (50 g)
More/Less Feature
For Popcorn:
By using the More/Less button, the pro-
grams can be adjusted to cook popcorn for
a longer or shorter time if desired.
1 tap = Adds Approx. 10 secs.
2 taps = Adds Approx. 20 secs.
3 taps = Subtracts Approx. 10 secs.
4 taps = Subtracts Approx. 20 secs.
5 taps = original setting
Press More/Less button before pressing
Start.
For Auto Cook:
Preferences for food doneness vary with
each individual. After having used the Auto
Cook feature a few times, you may decide
you would prefer your food cooked to a dif-
ferent doneness.
1 tap = More (Adds Approx. 10% time)
2 taps = Less (Subtracts Approx. 10% time)
3 taps = original setting
Press More/Less button before pressing
Start.
For Auto Grill Cook:
Preferences for food doneness vary with
each individual. After preheating and press-
ing auto grill cook button, More/Less button
can be used to adjust to cook for a longer or
shorter time if desired.
1 tap = More (Adds Approx. 10% time)
2 taps = Less (Subtracts Approx. 10% time)
3 taps = original setting
Press More/Less button before pressing
Start.
Automatic features are provided for your
convenience. If results are not suitable to
your individual preference or if serving size
is other than what is listed on page 20,
please refer to page 15 for manual cooking.
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Inverter Turbo Defrost Feature
This feature allows you to automatically defrost foods such as: meat, poultry and seafood
simply by entering the weight.
Place food on microwave-safe dish.
Example: To defrost 1.5 pounds of meat
1.
• Press Inverter Turbo
Defrost.
2.
3.
• Press Start.
Defrosting will start. The
time will count down.
Higher weight foods will
cause a signal midway
through defrosting. If 2
beeps sound, turn over,
rearrange foods or shield
with aluminum foil.
Conversion Chart:
Follow the chart to convert ounces or
hundredths of a pound into tenths of a
pound. To use Inverter Turbo Defrost,
enter the weight of the food in lbs. (1.0)
and tenths of a lb. (0.1). If a piece of
meat weighs 1.95 lbs. or 1 lb. 14 oz.,
enter 1.9 lbs.
Ounces
0
1 - 2
3 - 4
5
6 - 7
8
9 - 10
11 - 12
13
14 - 15
Hundredths
of a Pound
.01 - .05
.06 - .15
.16 - .25
.26 - .35
.36 - .45
.46 - .55
.56 - .65
.66 - .75
.76 - .85
.86 - .95
Tenths of
a Pound
0.0
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
Defrosting Tips & Techniques
Preparation For Freezing:
1. Freeze meats, poultry, and fish in packages with only 1 or 2 layers of food. Place
wax paper between layers.
2. Package in heavy-duty plastic wraps, bags (labeled “For Freezer”), or freezer paper.
3. Remove as much air as possible.
4. Seal securely, date, and label.
To Defrost:
1. Remove wrapper. This helps moisture to evaporate. Juices from food can get hot and
cook the food.
2. Set food in microwave-safe dish.
3. Place roasts fat-side down. Place whole poultry breast-side down.
4. Select power and minimum time so that items will be under-defrosted.
5. Drain liquids during defrosting.
6. Turn over (invert) items during defrosting.
7. Shield edges and ends if needed. (See Cooking Techniques).
After Defrosting:
1. Large items may be icy in the centre. Defrosting will complete during STANDING TIME.
2. Let stand, covered, following stand time directions on page 18.
3. Rinse foods as indicated in the chart.
4. Items which have been layered should be rinsed separately or have a longer stand time.
Note:
The maximum weight for Inverter Turbo Defrost is 3 kg (6 lb).
• Set weight of the food,
using the Weight
Select Dial to 1.5
pounds.
Weight Dial
Rotate
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Defrosting Tips & Technique
s
(continued)
MANUAL
DEFROST AFTER DEFROSTING
FOOD TIME at P3 DURING DEFROSTING
(min/kg) (min/lb)
Stand Time Rinse
Fish and Seafood
[up to 1.4 kg (3 lbs.)]
Crabmeat 12 6 Break apart/Rearrange
Fish Steaks 8 to 12 4 to 6 Turn over
5 min. YES
Fish Fillets 8 to 12 4 to 6 Turn over/Rearrange/Shield ends
Sea Scallops 8 to 12 4 to 6
Break apart/Remove defrosted pieces
Whole fish 8 to 12 4 to 6 Turn over
Meat Turn over/Remove defrosted
Ground Meat 8 to 10 4 to 5 portion/Shield edges
10 min.
Roasts 8 to 16 4 to 8 Turn over/Shield ends and
30 min. in refrig.
[1.1-1.8 kg (2
1
/2
-4 lbs.)] defrosted surface
Chops/Steak
12 to 16
6 to 8 Turn over/Rearrange/Shield ends
and defrosted surface
Ribs/T-bone
12 to 16
6 to 8 Turn over/Rearrange/Shield ends
and defrosted surface
5 min. NO
Stew Meat 8 to 16 4 to 8 Break apart/Rearrange/
Remove defrosted pieces
Liver (thinly sliced) 8 to 12 4 to 6 Drain liquid/Turn over/
Separate pieces
Bacon (sliced) 8 4 Turn over - - - -
Poultry
Chicken, Whole 8 to 12 4 to 6 Turn over/Shield
20 min. in refrig.
[up to 1.4 kg (3 lbs.)]
Cutlets 8 to 12 4 to 6 Break apart/Turn over/
Remove defrosted Pieces
5 min.
YES
Pieces 8 to 12 4 to 6 Break apart/Turn over/Shield
Cornish Hens
12 to 16
6 to 8 Turn over/Shield
10 min.
Turkey Breast 12 6 Turn over/Shield
20 min. in refrig.
[2.3-2.7 kg (5-6 lbs.)]
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This feature allows you to reheat 1 to 4
servings of precooked room temperature
and refrigerator temperature foods without
setting power and time.
These are tested and pre-timed (based
on the power rating of this oven) for the
quantity of food listed in the chart on page
20. Locale, power fluctuations and per-
sonal tastes are not taken into account.
Should you prefer your food cooked dif-
ferently, use power and time method
shown on page 15.
Example: To reheat 2 servings of casserole
1.
• Press Auto Cook until
the desired number of
category appears in
the display window.
2.
3.
• (see More/Less
Feature)
(☛page 16)
4.
• Press Start.
➤ Cooking begins and
the time will count
down.
Press once
Example: To cook a 1 cup Oatmeal
1.
4.
• Press Start.
➤ Cooking begins and
the time will count
down.
• Press until the desired
number of category
appears in the display
window.
2.
• Set Serving/Weight
Dial until the desired
serving/weight
appears in the display
window.
• (see More/Less
Feature)
(☛page 16)
Auto Reheat
Feature
Auto Cook
Feature
• Set Serving/Weight
Dial until the desired
serving/weight
appears in the display
window.
3.
Press twice
Optional
Optional
Serving/Weight Dial
Rotate
Serving/Weight Dial
Rotate
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Auto Cook Chart
Recipe Serving/Weight Hints
1. Auto Reheat 1 serving (4-6 oz.) All foods must be previously cooked. Foods should
2 servings (8 oz.) always be covered loosely with plastic wrap, wax
3 servings (12 oz.) paper or casserole lid. All foods should have a
4 servings (16 oz.) covered stand time of 3 to 5 minutes. DO NOT
reheat bread and pastry products using Auto Reheat.
Use manual power and time instead. DO NOT reheat
beverages. Times are based on an approximate
serving size of 4 oz. A plate of food is normally 3-4
servings.
2. Oatmeal 0.5, 1 cup Place inside a microwave-safe serving bowl with
no cover. Follow manufacturers’ directions for
preparation.
3. Beverages 1, 2 cups This feature allows you to reheat 1 cup (250 ml) or
(250, 500 ml) 2 cups (500 ml) of room temperature beverages
without setting power and time.
NOTE:
1.Use a microwave-safe cup.
2.Heated liquids can erupt if not mixed with air. Do
not heat liquids in your microwave oven without
stirring before and halfway through heating.
3.Care must be exercised not to overheat liquids
when using the Beverage feature. It is programmed
to give proper results when heating 1 cup (250 ml)
or 2 cups (500 ml) of liquid, starting from room
temperature. Overheating will cause an increased
risk of scalding, or water eruption. Refer to page 3,
item 18.
4. Bacon (sliced)
4 slices (90-110 g)
Place slices of bacon on top of paper-towel-lined
(3.2-4 oz)
microwave-safe dish. Cover the bacon with another
6 slices (135-165 g)
paper towel. Time may vary by brand and weight. If
(4.8-5.8 oz)
bacon is not cooked to your liking, continue to heat
10 slices (230-270 g)
by manually adding more time.
(8.1-9.5 oz)
12 slices (270-330 g)
(9.5-11.6 oz)
5. Fresh Vegetables
110, 225, 340, 450 g
All pieces should be the same size. Wash thoroughly,
(4, 8, 12, 16 oz.)
add 1 tbsp of water per
1
/2 cup of vegetables, and
cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Do not salt/butter
until after cooking.
6. Frozen Vegetables 170, 300, 450 g Wash thoroughly, add 1 tbsp of water per 1/2 cup of
(6, 10, 16 oz.)
vegetables, and cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Do not salt/butter until after cooking. (Not suitable for
vegetables in butter or sauce.) After 2 beeps, stir or
rearrange.
7. Frozen Entrées
225, 300, 600, 900 g
Follow manufacturers' directions for preparation.
(8, 10, 20, 32 oz.)
After 2 beeps, stir or rearrange. Be careful when
removing the film cover after cooking. Remove
facing away from you to avoid steam burns.
If additional time is needed, continue to cook
manually.
8. Potatoes 1, 2, 3, 4 potatoes Pierce each potato with a fork 6 times spacing
(6 - 8 oz. each) around surface. Place potato or potatoes around the
(170 - 225 g) edge of paper-towel-lined glass tray (Turntable), at
least 2.5 cm (1-inch) apart. Do not cover. Turn over
after 2 beeps. Let stand 5 minutes to complete
cooking.
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Grill Feature
This feature allows you to grill, crisp, or
toast the surface of your food.
If needed, please use microwave to heat the food first, then use Manual Grill to grill the
surface of the food.
Example: To grill bread for 3 minutes
1.
• Press Grill Button.
2.
Place food to be grilled on Wire Rack and
place Wire Rack on Glass Tray. An oven-
safe dish can be placed underneath Wire
Rack to catch oil drippings from foods.
Press Grill Button, set the time and start
the oven.
If needed, the food being grilled can be
turned over after half the grilling time has
elapsed. When the oven door is opened,
the program is interrupted. Carefully take
out wire rack using oven mitts, turn the
food over, and place it back into oven.
Close the door and restart oven. While
grilling, the oven door can be opened at
any time to check the food.
Caution:
Food and accessories will be hot after
grilling. Use oven mitts when handling.
Directions for Grilling
When grilling, heat is radiated from the
two elements at the top of the oven. The
Grilling elements do not require preheat-
ing. Grilling is particularly useful for
reheating crispy foods such as fried chick-
en or chicken nuggets. It is also suitable
for hot sandwiches and au gratin dishes.
Press
Wire Rack
Oven-Safe dish Glass Tray
Recipe Serving/Weight Suggested Grilling Times
(1) Toast Bread 2 slices (2 oz.) 2'30"-4'00" turn over and grill 2'00"-3'00" more
(2) Melt Cheese Over 28 g (1 oz.) 2'00"
Casserole
cheese over casserole
(3) Crisp Coating of 110 g (4 oz.) 3'30" turn over and brown 3'00" more
Fried Chicken/Fish
Suggested Cooking Times for Manual Grill
• Set grilling Time to 3
minutes using Time
Select Dial.
3.
• Press Start.
➤ Cooking time will
appear on the
Display Window
and begin to count
down.
Time Dial
Rotate
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NOTE:
Pizza is the only menu which displays one serving size while the customer can use a
range of serving sizes (see pizza label below or on the oven).
Display of Pizza Serving Sizes Pizza Serving Sizes Able to Use
170 g (6 oz.) 170 - 222 g (6 - 7.9 oz.)
225 g (8 oz.) 225 - 278 g (8 - 9.9 oz.)
340 g (12 oz.) 280 - 422 g (10 - 15 oz.)
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Auto Grill Chart
Auto Grill Feature
Recipe Serving/Weight Hints
9. Pizza 170, 225, 340 g Pizza must be less than 10 inches or less than 25cm
(6, 8, 12 oz.) to fit on wire rack. Place frozen pizza on wire rack
directly.
10. Grilled Sandwich 1 sandwich Place fresh sandwich(es) on wire rack directly.
2 sandwiches Turn sandwich(es) over when beep sounds.
11. Chicken Nuggets 4 - 6 pieces Place pre-cooked frozen chicken nuggets on wire
8 - 10 pieces rack directly. Turn chicken nuggets over when beep
sounds.
12. Fried Chicken 150, 225, 340 g Place pre-cooked frozen fried chicken on wire rack
(5, 8, 12 oz) directly. Turn chicken over when beep sounds.
These are tested and pre-timed for the quantity of food listed in auto grill cook chart.
Locale, power fluctuations and personal tastes are not taken into account. Should you
prefer your food cooked differently, use power and time method shown on page 15 for
microwave, and time method for grill on page 21.
Example: To cook 170 g (6 oz.) of Pizza
NOTE:
These menu items use energy from both the
microwave and the griller.
1.
• Close door and press
desired Auto Grill
cook button until the
desired food number
appears in the display
window.
3.
2.
(see More/Less
Feature)
(☛ page 16)
4.
• Press Start.
➤ Cooking starts. The
time in the display
window will count
down.
Press
Press 9 times
Place Wire Rack on Glass Tray.
Place food on Wire Rack directly.
• Set until the desired
serving/weight
appears in the display
window, using
Serving/Weight Dial.
Optional
Serving/Weight Dial
Rotate
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Timer Feature
NOTE:
1. When each stage finishes, a two-beep
signal sounds. At the end of the pro-
gram, the oven will beep five times.
2. If the oven door is opened during
Stand Time, Kitchen Timer or Delay
Time, the time on the display will con-
tinue to count down.
3. Stand time and Delay Start cannot be
programmed before any automatic
function. This is to prevent the starting
temperature of food from rising before
defrosting or cooking begins. A change
in starting temperature could cause
inaccurate results.
4. The maximum programmable time of
Standing Time, Kitchen Time or Delay
Time is up to 90 minutes.
CAUTION:
If oven lamp is lit while using the timer
feature, the oven is incorrectly pro-
grammed. Stop oven immediately and
re-read instructions.
This feature allows you to program the
oven as a kitchen timer. It can also be
used to program a standing time after
cooking is completed and/or to program a
Delay Start.
To Use as a Kitchen Timer:
Example: To count down 5 minutes.
1.
• Press Timer/Clock
once.
2.
• Set time, using Time
Select Dial to 5 min-
utes.
(up to 90 minutes).
3.
• Press Start.
➤ Time will count
down without oven
operating.
To Set Stand Time:
Example: To cook at P6 power for 3
minutes, with stand time of
5 minutes.
1.
• Enter the desired
Power Level (see
page 15 for direc-
tions).
Set cooking time, using
Time Select Dial to 3
minutes.
3.
2.
• Press Timer/Clock
once.
4.
• Set stand time, using
Time Select Dial. (up
to 90 minutes).
5.
• Press Start.
➤ Cooking will start.
After cooking, stand
time will count down
without oven
operating.
Press 5 times
To Set Delay Start:
Example: To delay the start of cooking
for 5 minutes, and cook at P6
power for 3 minutes.
1.
• Enter the desired
Power Level (see
page 15 for direc-
tions).
Set cooking time, using
Time Select Dial.
3.
• Press Timer/Clock
once.
2.
• Set delay time, using
Time Select Dial to 5
minutes. (up to 90
minutes).
5.
4.
• Press Start.
➤ Delay time will
count down. Then
cooking will start.
Press 5 times
Time Dial
Rotate
Time Dial
Rotate
Time Dial
Rotate
Time Dial
Rotate
Time Dial
Rotate
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Microwave Shortcuts
FOOD POWER TIME DIRECTIONS
(in mins.)
To separate refrigerated P10 (HIGH) 30 sec. Remove wrapper and place in microwave
Bacon, safe dish. After heating, use a plastic
450 g (1 pound) spatula to separate slices.
To soften Brown Sugar P10 (HIGH) 20 - 30 sec. Place brown sugar in microwave safe dish
1 cup (250 ml) with a slice of bread. Cover with lid or
plastic wrap.
To s o ft en refrigerated Butter,
P3 (MED-LOW) 1 Remove wrapper and place butter in a
1 stick, 110 g (
1
/4 pound)
microwave safe dish.
To melt refrigerated Butter,
P6 (MEDIUM) 1
1
/2 - 2 Remove wrapper and place butter in a
1 stick, 110 g (
1
/4 pound)
microwave safe dish covered with lid or
vented plastic wrap.
To melt Chocolate, P6 (MEDIUM) 1 - 1
1
/2 Remove wrapper and place chocolate
1 square, 28 g (1 oz.) in a microwave safe dish. After heating, stir
To melt Chocolate, P6 (MEDIUM) 1 - 1
1
/2 until completely melted. Note: Chocolate
1
/2
cup (125 ml) chips holds its shape even when softened.
To toast Coconut, P10 (HIGH) 1 Place in a microwave safe dish.
1
/2
cup (125 ml) Stir every 30 seconds.
To soften Cream Cheese,
P3 (MED-LOW) 1 - 2 Remove wrapper and place in a
225 g (8 oz.) microwave safe bowl.
To brown Ground Beef, P10 (HIGH) 4 - 5 Crumble into a microwave safe colander
450 g (1 pound) set into another dish. Cover with plastic
wrap. Stir twice. Drain grease.
To cook Vegetables,
Fresh P8 3
1
/2 - 4 All pieces should be the same size. Wash
(225 g) thoroughly, add 1 tbsp of water per
1
/2
cup
(
1
/2 lb) of vegetables, and cover with lid or vented
plastic wrap. Do not salt/butter until after
cooking.
Frozen P8 3
1
/2 - 4 Wash thoroughly, add 1 tbsp of water per
(285 g)
1
/2 cup of vegetables, and cover with lid or
(10 oz) vented plastic wrap. Do not salt/butter until
after cooking. (Not suitable for vegetables in
butter or sauce.)
Canned P8 3
1
/2 - 4 Empty contents into microwave safe serving
(430 g) bowl. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
(15 oz)
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Microwave Shortcuts
(continued)
FOOD POWER TIME DIRECTIONS
(in mins.)
To cook baked Potato, Pierce each potato with a fork 6 times
(170 - 225 g) spacing around surface. Place potato or
(6 - 8 oz. each) potatoes around the edge of paper-towel-
1P83
1
/2 - 4 lined glass tray (Turntable), at least 2.5 cm
(1-inch) apart. Do not cover. Let stand 5
2P86 - 7 minutes to complete cooking.
To steam Hand Towels - 4
P10 (HIGH) 20 - 30 sec. Soak in water, then wring out excess.
Place on a microwave safe dish.
Heat. Present immediately.
To soften Ice Cream, P3 (MED-LOW) 1 - 1
1
/2 Check often to prevent melting.
2 qt. (
1
/2 gallon)
Cup of liquid
To boil water, broth, etc.
P10 (HIGH)
1 cup, 250 ml (8 oz.) 1
1
/2 - 2 Heated liquids can erupt if not stirred.
2 cups, 500 ml (16 oz.)
2
1
/2 - 3 Do not heat liquids in microwave oven
without stirring before heating.
Cup of liquid
To warm Beverage, P7 (MED-HIGH)
1 cup, 250 ml (8 oz.) 1
1
/2
- 2
2 cups, 500 ml (16 oz.)
2
1
/2 - 3
To roast Nuts, P10 (HIGH) 3 - 4 Spread nuts into a 23 cm (9-inch)
1
1
/2 cups (375 ml) microwave safe pie plate.
Stir occasionally.
To toast Sesame Seeds, P10 (HIGH) 2 - 2
1
/2 Place in a small microwave safe bowl.
1
/4
cup (60 ml) Stir twice.
To skin Tomatoes, P10 (HIGH) 30 sec. Place tomato into a microwave safe bowl
(one at a time) containing boiling water. Rinse and peel.
Repeat for each tomato.
To remove Cooking Odours
P10 (HIGH) 5 Combine 1 to 1
1
/2
cups (250 - 375 ml)
water with the juice and peel of one lemon
in a 2-quart microwave safe bowl.
After water finishes boiling, wipe interior of
oven with a cloth.
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Food Characteristics Cooking Techniques
Bone and Fat
Both bone and fat affect cook-
ing. Bones may cause irregu-
lar cooking. Meat next to the
tips of bones may overcook
while meat positioned under a large bone,
such as a ham bone, may be under-
cooked. Large amounts of fat absorb
microwave energy and the meat next to
these areas may overcook.
Density
Porous, airy foods such as
breads, cakes or rolls take
less time to cook than
heavy, dense foods such as
potatoes and roasts. When
reheating donuts or other
foods with different centres be very care-
ful. Certain foods have centres made with
sugar, water, or fat and these centres
attract microwaves (for example, jelly
donuts). When a jelly donut is heated, the
jelly can become extremely hot while the
exterior remains warm to the touch. This
could result in a burn if the food is not
allowed to cool properly in the centre.
Quantity
Two potatoes take longer to cook
than one potato. As the quantity of
the food decreases so does the
cooking time. Overcooking will
cause the moisture content in the
food to decrease and a fire could result.
Never leave microwave unattended while
in use.
Shape
Uniform sizes heat more
evenly. The thin end of a
drumstick will cook more
quickly than the meaty
end. To compensate for irregular shapes,
place thin parts toward the centre of the
dish and thick pieces toward the edge.
Size
Thin pieces cook more
quickly than thick pieces.
Starting Temperature
Foods that are at room temperature
take less time to cook than if they
are chilled, refrigerated, or frozen.
Piercing
Foods with skins or mem-
branes must be pierced,
scored or have a strip of
skin peeled before cook-
ing to allow steam to
escape. Pierce clams,
oysters, chicken livers, whole potatoes
and whole vegetables. Whole apples or
new potatoes should have a 1-inch strip
of skin peeled before cooking. Score
sausages and frankfurters. Do not
Cook/Reheat whole eggs with or without
the shell. Steam built up in whole eggs
may cause them to explode, and possibly
damage the oven or cause injury.
Reheating SLICED hard-boiled eggs and
cooking SCRAMBLED eggs is safe.
Browning
Foods will not have the
same brown appearance as
conventionally cooked foods
or those foods which are
cooked utilizing a browning
feature. Meats and poultry
may be coated with browning sauce,
Worcestershire sauce, barbecue sauce or
shake-on browning sauce. To use, com-
bine browning sauce with melted butter or
margarine and brush on before cooking.
For quick breads or muffins, brown sugar
can be used in the recipe in place of
granulated sugar, or the surface can be
sprinkled with dark spices before baking.
Spacing
Individual foods, such as
baked potatoes, cupcakes
and appetizers, will cook more
evenly if placed in the oven
equal distances apart. When
possible, arrange foods in a circular pattern.
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Cooking Techniques
(continued)
Covering
As with conventional cooking, moisture
evaporates during microwave cooking.
Casserole lids or plastic wrap are used for a
tighter seal. When using plastic wrap, vent
the plastic wrap by folding back part of the
plastic wrap from the edge of the dish to
allow steam to escape. Loosen or remove
plastic wrap as recipe directs for stand time.
When removing plastic wrap covers, as well
as any glass lids, be careful to remove them
away from you to avoid steam burns.
Various degrees of moisture retention are
also obtained by using wax paper or paper
towels.
Shielding
Thin areas of meat and poultry cook more
quickly than meaty portions. To prevent
overcooking, these thin areas can be shield-
ed with strips of aluminum foil. Wooden
toothpicks may be used to hold the foil in
place.
CAUTION is to be exercised when
using foil. Arcing can occur if foil is too close
to oven wall or door and damage to your
oven will result.
Cooking time
A range of cooking time is given in each
recipe. The time range compensates for the
uncontrollable differences in food shapes,
starting temperature, and regional prefer-
ences. Always cook food for the minimum
cooking time given in a recipe and check for
doneness. If the food is undercooked, con-
tinue cooking. It is easier to add time to an
undercooked product. Once the food is
overcooked, nothing can be done.
Stirring
Stirring is usually necessary during
microwave cooking. Always bring the
cooked outside edges toward the centre
and the less cooked centre portions toward
the outside of the dish.
Rearranging
Rearrange small items such as chicken
pieces, shrimp, hamburger patties or pork
chops. Rearrange pieces from the edge to
the centre and pieces from the centre to the
edge of the dish.
Turning
It is not possible to stir some foods to dis-
tribute the heat evenly. At times, microwave
energy will concentrate in one area of the
food. To help ensure even cooking, these
foods need to be turned. Turn over large
foods, such as roasts or turkeys, halfway
through cooking.
Stand Time
Most foods will continue to cook by conduc-
tion after the microwave oven is turned off.
In meat cookery, the internal temperature
will rise 3°C to 8°C (5°F to 15°F), if allowed
to stand, tented with foil, for 10 to 15 min-
utes. Casseroles and vegetables need a
shorter amount of standing time, but this
standing time is necessary to allow foods to
complete cooking to the centre without over-
cooking on the edges.
Test for Doneness
The same tests for doneness used in con-
ventional cooking may be used for
microwave cooking. Meat is done when
fork-tender or splits at fibers. Chicken is
done when juices are clear yellow and
drumstick moves freely. Fish is done when it
flakes and is opaque. Cake is done when a
toothpick or cake tester is inserted and
comes out clean.
ABOUT FOOD SAFETY AND
COOKING TEMPERATURE
• Check foods to see that they are cooked
at the recommended temperatures.
TEMP FOOD
71˚C (160˚F)
...for fresh pork, ground meat,
boneless white poultry, fish,
seafood, egg dishes and
frozen prepared food.
74˚C (165˚F)
...for leftover, ready-to-reheat
refrigerated, and deli and
carryout “fresh” food.
77˚C (170˚F)
...white meat of poultry.
82˚C (180˚F)
...dark meat of poultry.
To test for doneness, insert a meat ther-
mometer 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 oven use.
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Before Requesting Service
These things are normal:
The oven causes Some radio and TV interference might occur when you cook
interference with with the microwave oven. This interference is similar to the
my TV. interference caused by small appliances such as mixers,
vacuums, blow dryers, etc. It does not indicate a problem with
your oven.
Steam accumulates During cooking, steam and warm air are given off from the
on the oven door and food. Most of the steam and warm air are removed from the
warm air comes from oven by the air which circulates in the oven cavity. However,
the oven vents. some steam will condense on cooler surfaces such as the
oven door. This is normal. After use, the oven should be
wiped dry (see page 11).
The oven is not plugged in Remove plug from outlet, wait
securely. 10 seconds and re-insert.
Main circuit breaker or main Reset main circuit breaker or
fuse is tripped or blown. replace main fuse.
There is a problem with the Plug another appliance into the
outlet. outlet to check if it is working.
The door is not closed Close the oven door securely.
completely.
Start Button was not Press Start Button.
pressed after programming.
Another program is already Press Stop/Reset Button to
entered into the oven. cancel the previous program and
enter new program.
The program is not correct. Program again according to the
Operating Instructions.
Stop/Reset Button has been Program oven again.
pressed accidentally.
The Glass Tray is not Take out Glass Tray and Roller
positioned properly on the Ring. Wipe with a damp cloth and
Roller Ring or there is food reset Roller Ring and Glass Tray
under the Roller Ring. properly.
The Roller Ring and oven Clean these parts according to
bottom are dirty. Care and Cleaning of your
Microwave Oven (see page 11).
The CHILD LOCK was Deactivate LOCK by pressing
activated by pressing Stop/Reset Button 3 times
Start Button 3 times. (see page 14).
Oven will not turn on.
Oven will not start
cooking.
The Glass Tray
wobbles.
When the oven is
operating, there is
noise coming from
the glass tray.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
This display indicates a
problem with the microwave
generation system.
Please contact an authorised
Service Center (see page 29).
The oven stops cooking
by microwave and "H97"
or "H98" appears in the
display window.
The indication light
appears in the
Display Window.
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Warranty & Service
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY
EXCHANGE PROGRAM
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship and agrees to replace the product for a period as stated below from the
date of original purchase.
Microwave Oven Two (2) years
LIMIT
ATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product
which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not
designed, misused or abused, damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or
repaired in any way that affects the reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does
it cover any product which is used commercially.
This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or
other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed.
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above
limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.
CONT
ACT INFORMATION
For product information and operation assistance, please contact:
Our Customer Care Centre: Telephone #: (905) 624-5505
1-800 #: 1-800-561-5505
Fax #: (905) 238-2360
Email link: "Customer support" on www.panasonic.ca
For defective product exchange within the warranty period, please contact the original
dealer or our Customer Care Centre.
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QUICK GUIDE TO OPERATION
Feature How to Operate
To use as a
Kitchen Timer
(☛ page 23)
Press once. Set time. Press.
To Set
Stand Time
(☛ page 23)
Press once. Set time. Press.
To reheat using
Auto Reheat
(☛ page 19)
Press once.
Set serving/weight.
Optional. Press.
To cook using
Auto Cook
(☛ page 19)
e.g.
Set grilling time.
To grill using
Grill
(☛ page 21)
Press. Press.
Set serving/weight.
To grill using
Auto Grill
(☛ page 22)
Press to select category.
Press.
()
Input up to
4-stage cooking
programs.
To Set
Delay Start
(☛ page 23)
Press once. Set time. Press.
()
Input up to
4-stage cooking
programs.
Optional.
To set
Clock
(☛ page 14)
Time Dial
Time Dial
Time Dial
Serving/Weight
Dial
Time Dial
Press twice. Set time of day. Press once.
To Use Child
Safety Lock
(☛ page 14)
Set cooking time. Press.
Press 3 times. Press 3 times.
To Set: To Cancel:
To set
Power and Time
(☛ page 15)
Press to select Power Level.
To cook using
Quick Min
(☛ page 15)
(up to 10 min.) Press.
To use
Keep Warm
(☛ page 15)
Press once.
Set keep warm time. (up to 30 min.)
Press.
To cook using
Popcorn
(☛ page 16)
Press to select weight.
Optional. Press.
To defrost using
Inverter Turbo
Defrost
(☛ page 17)
Press once. Set weight. Press.
Time Dial
Time Dial
Time Dial
Serving/Weight
Dial
Serving/Weight
Dial
e.g.
Set serving/weight.
Press to select category.
Press.
Optional.
Serving/Weight
Dial
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User’s Record
Specifications
Power Source:
Power Consumption:
Cooking Power: Microwave*:
Grill:
Outside Dimensions
(H x W x D):
Oven Cavity Dimensions
(H x W x D):
Operating Frequency:
Net Weight:
NN-GD568S
120 V, 60 Hz
1,200 W
1,100 W
1,100 W
304 mm x 510 mm x 392 mm
(12 " x 20 " x 15
1
/2 ")
217 mm x 359 mm x 352 mm
(8
1
/2 " x 14
1
/8 " x 13
7
/8 ")
2,450 MHz
Approx. 12.8 kg (28.2 lbs.)
*IEC Test procedure Specifications subject to change without notice.
The serial number of this product may be
found on the back side of the oven. You
should note the model number and the
serial number of this oven in the space
provided and retain this book as a per-
manent record of your purchase for
future reference.
Model No. _________________
Serial No. _________________
Date of Purchase ___________
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Notes
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