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Panasonic NN-SF574S User Manual

Panasonic NN-SF574S
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Operating Instruction and Cook Book
Microwave Oven
Household Use Only
Please read these instructions carefully before using this
product, and save this manual for future use.
Model Number:
NN-SF574S
NN-SF564W
F0003BN60QP.indb 3F0003BN60QP.indb 3 2014/8/15 15:23:132014/8/15 15:23:13
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Panasonic NN-SF574S Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCountertop
ModelNN-SF574S
TurntableYes
Inverter TechnologyYes
ColorStainless Steel
Voltage120V
Sensor CookingYes
Pre-Programmed SettingsYes
Child LockYes
Power1000 Watts
Exterior Dimensions529 mm (W) x 422 mm (D) x 326 mm (H)
Turntable Diameter34 cm
Dimensions529 mm x 422 mm x 326 mm

Summary

Safety Instructions

INSPECTION FOR DAMAGE

Check door fit, hinges, seals for proper function and damage.

Precautions for Safe Microwave Use

Avoid tampering, metal objects, sealed containers, and ensure proper cleaning.

Important Safety Instructions

Follow general safety guidelines, supervise children, and avoid improper use.

Installation and General Instructions

Earthing Instructions

Ensure proper grounding to prevent electric shock.

General Use Guidelines

Follow general operating rules to maintain oven quality and safety.

Placement and Building-in

Proper ventilation, installation clearance, and trim kit usage.

Food Handling and Safety

Instructions for safe food preparation, including sealing, liquids, and thermometers.

Microwave Technology Explained

Microwave Energy Interaction

Explains how microwaves are reflected, transmitted, or absorbed by substances.

Absorption and Heating Mechanism

Details how food moisture absorbs energy, causing vibration and heat.

Cookware and Utensils Guide

Testing Containers for Microwave Use

Method to check if a container is safe for microwave use by testing with water.

Safe Microwave Cookware Materials

Guide on suitable materials like glass, ceramic, paper, and plastics, and those to avoid (metal).

Oven Feature Diagram

Oven Components Identification

Identifies key parts of the microwave oven, like the display, door, and control panel.

Control Panel Operation

Key Control Panel Buttons

Description of function pads like Power Level, Reheat, Defrost, Timer, and Start.

Display Window and Indicators

Explains the display window and its various indicators for time, power, and features.

Getting Started with Your Oven

Basic Oven Operation Steps

Step-by-step guide to plug in, open door, select power, set time, and start cooking.

Clock and Safety Lock Settings

Setting the Oven Clock

Instructions on how to set the oven's clock for time of day display.

Child Safety Lock Function

How to activate and deactivate the child safety lock feature to prevent accidental use.

Core Cooking Functions

Manual Cooking and Reheating

Steps for cooking/reheating using power levels and time settings.

Defrosting Methods

Explains Turbo Defrost and defrosting by power/time.

Defrosting Techniques and Tips

Preparation and Defrosting Tips

Advice on freezing food and techniques for effective defrosting.

Defrosting Chart

A guide with approximate defrosting times for various food types.

Advanced Cooking Features

3-Stage Cooking Programming

How to program multiple cooking stages sequentially for complex recipes.

Reheating Specific Foods

Auto Reheat Meal and Frozen Reheat

Using pre-programmed settings for reheating meals or frozen foods.

Auto Cook Functions

Using Auto Cook Menus

Step-by-step guide to selecting food categories and weights for automatic cooking.

Ingredient Conversion

Measurement Conversion Chart

Table for converting units of measurement for recipes.

Timer Functions

Oven Timer Usage

How to use the oven as a kitchen timer, for standing time, or delay start.

Troubleshooting and Service

Normal Oven Occurrences

Explains common phenomena like TV interference and steam.

Problem Diagnosis and Solutions

Guides users through common oven problems and their remedies.

Oven Care and Specifications

Cleaning and Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning the oven interior, exterior, and control panel.

Technical Specifications

Details on power, dimensions, frequency, and weight.

Warranty Information - Australia

Australian Warranty Terms

Details of the manufacturer's warranty for products purchased in Australia.

Warranty Information - New Zealand

New Zealand Warranty Terms

Details of the manufacturer's warranty for products purchased in New Zealand.

Quick Guide to Operation

Common Operation Steps

A quick reference for setting clock, safety lock, cooking, reheating, and defrosting.

Microwave Recipe Techniques

Understanding Food Characteristics

Explains how size, liquid, shape, and density affect microwave cooking.

Effective Cooking Preparation Techniques

Covers timing, stirring, covering, and layering for optimal results.

Converting Conventional Recipes

Guidance on adapting traditional recipes for microwave cooking.

Reheating Foods Guide

General Reheating Guidelines

Rules for reheating food using micro power, including temperature and quantity considerations.

Reheating Frozen Foods

Specific advice for reheating foods directly from the freezer.

Cooking Fish and Shellfish

Fish and Shellfish Cooking Chart

Provides cooking times and power levels for various fish and shellfish.

Poultry and Egg Cooking

Poultry Cooking Methods

Instructions for cooking whole poultry and poultry pieces by micro power.

Safe Egg Cooking Techniques

Explains safe methods for cooking eggs, like poaching and scrambling.

Meat Cooking Guide

Tender and Less-Tender Meat Cuts

Guides for cooking various meat cuts, including roasts and pot roasts.

Meat Cooking Chart

A reference chart for meat cooking times and power levels.

Vegetables and Legumes Cooking

Cooking Fresh Vegetables

Instructions for cooking fresh vegetables using micro power.

Cooking Frozen Vegetables

Guidance on cooking frozen vegetables, including preparation and timing.

Cooking Dried Beans and Peas

Methods for cooking dried beans and peas by micro power.

Rice, Pasta, and Noodles Cooking

Rice and Pasta Cooking

Instructions and charts for cooking rice and various pasta types.

Dried Noodles Cooking

Steps for cooking different types of dried noodles.

Cakes, Desserts, and Slices

Baking Cakes in the Microwave

Tips and techniques for baking cakes using microwave power.

Cooking Fruit

Instructions for poaching and stewing fruits in the microwave.

Sauces and Extras

Preserving and Jar Sterilization

Precautions for canning and methods for sterilizing jars.

Making Basic Sauces

Recipes and methods for preparing common sauces like white sauce and gravy.

Beverages and Coolers

Hot and Cold Beverage Recipes

Recipes for drinks like hot cocoa, tea, coffee, and coolers.

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