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Operating Instructions
Microwave Oven
Household Use Only
Model No.
NN-SE996S
NN-SE796S
1200 W
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS
PRODUCT, AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE.
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Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
Tel: (905) 624-5010
www.panasonic.com
F0003BR71CP
PA0616-11217
Printed in China
© Panasonic Appliances Microwave Oven (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 2016
F0003BR71CP_Eng.indd 1 2017/12/20 9:28:41
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Overview

This document describes the Panasonic Microwave Oven models NN-SE996S and NN-SE796S, which are 1200 W household appliances designed for microwave cooking.

Function Description

The Panasonic Microwave Oven is designed for various cooking tasks, including reheating, defrosting, and cooking a wide range of foods. It features an "Inverter" technology, which provides a continuous stream of cooking power for more evenly cooked food. The oven includes a control panel with a display window that guides users through various operations. Key functions include:

  • Starting to Use Your Oven: Simple plug-and-play operation with a display welcome message.
  • Setting the Clock: Allows users to set the current time, which is displayed on the control panel.
  • Child Safety Lock: Prevents unintended operation of the oven, enhancing safety, especially in households with children.
  • Electrostatic Touch Dial Features: This allows for intuitive control over time and weight settings, as well as access to the Sensor Menu Options.
  • Function Features: Includes LB/KG Choice for selecting imperial or metric weight measurements, Language Choice for display language (English, French, or Spanish), and Beep Choice for turning the beep sound On or Off.
  • Selecting Power & Cook Time: Users can choose from 10 power levels and set specific cooking times for various dishes.
  • 3-Stage Cooking: Allows programming up to three consecutive cooking stages with different power levels and times, useful for complex recipes.
  • Quick 30 Feature: Adds 30 seconds of cooking time with a single press, up to 5 minutes, at P10 (HIGH) power.
  • Keep Warm Feature: Maintains food at a warm temperature for up to 30 minutes after cooking, ideal for serving flexibility.
  • Coffee/Milk Feature: Specifically designed to reheat coffee or milk without requiring power or time settings.
  • Popcorn Feature: Optimized for popping popcorn, with settings based on weight.
  • More/Less Feature: Allows users to adjust cooking time for specific features like Popcorn, Sensor Reheat/Cook, and Coffee/Milk, providing greater control over results.
  • Inverter Turbo Defrost Feature: Provides efficient and even defrosting of various foods like meat, poultry, and seafood, with settings based on weight.
  • Sensor Reheat Feature: Automatically reheats food based on sensor readings, simplifying the reheating process.
  • Sensor Cook Feature: Automatically cooks food based on sensor readings, eliminating the need for manual time and power settings for many common dishes.
  • Timer Feature (Kitchen Timer/Stand Time/Delay Start): Functions as a kitchen timer, allows for stand time after cooking, and can delay the start of a cooking program.
  • Microwave Shortcuts: Pre-programmed settings for common tasks like softening butter, melting chocolate, toasting coconut, and cooking vegetables.

Important Technical Specifications

  • Power Source: 120 V 60 Hz
  • Power Consumption: 12.3 A 1,460 W
  • Cooking Power: 1,200 W
  • Outside Dimensions (W x H x D):
    • NN-SE996S: 606 mm x 356 mm x 493 mm (23 7/8" x 14" x 19 7/16")
    • NN-SE796S: 555 mm x 304 mm x 493 mm (21 7/8" x 12" x 19 7/16")
  • Oven Cavity Dimensions (W x H x D):
    • NN-SE996S: 448 mm x 272 mm x 470 mm (17 5/8" x 10 11/16" x 18 1/2")
    • NN-SE796S: 398 mm x 210 mm x 470 mm (15 11/16" x 8 1/4" x 18 1/2")
  • Operating Frequency: 2,450 MHz
  • Net Weight:
    • NN-SE996S: Approx. 16.7 kg (36.8 lbs.)
    • NN-SE796S: Approx. 14.3 kg (31.5 lbs.)
  • Cabinet Opening (W x H x D) for 24" Cabinet (NN-SE796S): 600 mm x 389 mm x 533 mm (23 5/8" x 15 5/16" x 21")
  • Cabinet Opening (W x H x D) for 27" Cabinet (NN-SE996S): 648 mm x 442 mm x 533 mm (25 1/2" x 17 3/8" x 21")
  • Cabinet Opening (W x H x D) for 30" Cabinet (NN-SE996S/NN-SE796S): 724 mm x 442 mm x 533 mm (28 1/2" x 17 3/8" x 21")

Usage Features

  • Control Panel: Features a display window for step-by-step instructions, a time/weight dial, and dedicated buttons for various functions like Popcorn, Coffee/Milk, Inverter Turbo Defrost, Keep Warm, Timer/Clock, Quick 30, Sensor Cook/Reheat, More/Less, and Stop/Reset/Start.
  • Electrostatic Touch Dial: Allows for precise adjustments by rotating a finger over the surface of the dial.
  • Plug-in Operation: The oven requires a properly grounded electrical outlet.
  • Cooking Guidelines: The manual provides extensive microwave recipes, cooking techniques (piercing, browning, spacing, covering, shielding, stirring, rearranging), and food characteristics (bone and fat, density, quantity, shape, size, starting temperature) to optimize cooking results.
  • Container Suitability: Includes a "Cookware Guide" detailing which items are safe and recommended for microwave use, such as aluminum foil (for shielding only), browning dishes, paper products, glass, ceramic, and various plastics. It also specifies items to avoid, like metal bakeware and metal twist-ties.
  • Safety Precautions: Emphasizes important safety instructions, including warnings against operating the oven with an open door, placing objects between the oven face and door, or tampering with safety interlocks. It also provides specific precautions for cooking certain foods like whole eggs, superheated liquids, deep fat frying, and foods with nonporous skins.
  • Installation and Grounding: Detailed instructions for unpacking, placement, and proper grounding of the oven to ensure safe operation and prevent electrical shock. It specifies electrical requirements, including the use of a 3-prong grounded outlet and avoiding extension cords.
  • Trim Kit Compatibility: The oven is designed to be installed with specific Panasonic trim kits for 24", 27", and 30" cabinets, allowing for built-in installation.

Maintenance Features

  • Cleaning: The manual provides comprehensive instructions for cleaning the oven, including the exterior, interior, oven door, glass tray, roller ring, and oven cavity floor. It recommends using a soft cloth moistened with soapy water and avoiding harsh detergents or abrasives.
  • Control Panel Care: Advises wiping the control panel with a damp cloth and using a removable protective film to prevent scratches.
  • Roller Ring and Glass Tray: Instructions for proper placement and cleaning of the roller ring and glass tray, which are crucial for even cooking.
  • Troubleshooting: A "Before Requesting Service" section helps users diagnose and resolve common issues, such as the oven not turning on, not starting cooking, or the glass tray wobbling, before contacting service.
  • Warranty Information: Details the warranty coverage provided by Panasonic Canada Inc., including service type, parts, labor, and magnetron coverage for various periods, and outlines the process for obtaining warranty service.

Panasonic NN-SE996S Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPanasonic
ModelNN-SE996S
CategoryMicrowave Oven
LanguageEnglish

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