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Sharp R-321CAF User Manual

Sharp R-321CAF
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R-321CAF
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Convection Microwave Oven with grill
OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKING GUIDE
Read all instructions carefully before using the oven
R-321CAF.indb 1 2023/10/26 14:37:49

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Sharp R-321CAF Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeMicrowave Oven
Power Output850 W
Capacity1.1 cu ft
Weight31 lbs
Voltage230 V
Frequency50 Hz
Control TypeElectronic

Summary

Warranty Information

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Details limitations, exclusions, and customer rights covered by the 12-month warranty.

Customer Service Contacts

Provides contact phone numbers and web addresses for Australia and New Zealand service support.

Introduction to the Microwave Oven

Manual Overview and Structure

Explains the manual's division into Operation and Smart Cooking Guide sections.

Important Safety Instructions

Installation and Placement Safety

Covers safe installation, required clearances, and appliance placement to prevent injury.

General Usage and Maintenance Safety

Details safe operating practices, supervision, cleaning, and hazard avoidance during use.

Additional Safety Precautions

Preventing Burns and Fire Hazards

Warns about hot surfaces, preventing fires from overcooking or improper use.

Safe Operation and Handling Practices

Covers safe handling of hot foods, cords, accessories, and avoiding damage.

Product Disposal Information

Provides guidance on environmentally responsible disposal of the product.

Microwave Cooking Specifics

Microwave Do's and Don'ts

Outlines essential practices for cooking various foods using microwave energy.

Installation Procedures

Installation Checks and Requirements

Covers initial checks, accessory installation, and electrical requirements for safe setup.

Mounting and Clearance Guidelines

Specifies placement, ventilation clearances, and mounting options for the oven.

Oven Components and Diagram

Oven Part Identification

Illustrates and lists all parts of the microwave oven for user reference.

Accessory Identification and Handling

Identifies included accessories and provides handling notes for safe use.

Control Panel Overview

Understanding Control Panel Symbols

Explains the meaning of various symbols displayed on the oven's control panel.

Control Panel Button Layout

Details the function and location of all touch control pads on the oven.

Initial Oven Setup

Getting Started and Powering On

Outlines the initial steps to power on the microwave oven.

Setting the Digital Clock

Provides step-by-step instructions for setting the oven's internal clock.

Using the Timer and Stop Functions

Setting and Using the Timer

Explains how to set and use the oven's timer for various purposes.

Stopping, Clearing, and Cancelling

Details procedures for stopping, clearing errors, or cancelling cooking programmes.

Manual Microwave Cooking

Microwave Time Cooking Basics

Introduces microwave time cooking and available power levels for versatile cooking.

Basic Time Cooking Operation

Step-by-step guide for performing basic microwave cooking using time settings.

Adjusting Microwave Power Levels

Setting Cooking Time with Lower Wattage

Instructions on how to select desired cooking time and adjust microwave power levels.

Instant Cook Feature

Instant Cook Operation Methods

Explains the two methods for using the quick 30-second cooking function.

Adding Cooking Time During Operation

Describes how to extend cooking time during an active manual cooking session.

Grill Conditioning Procedure

Initial Grill Heating Process

Details the necessary procedure to condition the grill before first use or after cleaning.

Grill Conditioning Safety Notes

Provides warnings regarding potential smoke, odor, and hot surfaces during grill conditioning.

Convection Cooking Guide

Convection Temperature and Time Settings

Outlines the available convection temperatures and programming duration.

Convection Cooking Steps

Step-by-step instructions for cooking food using the convection function.

Convection Cooking Safety Warnings

Important safety advice related to using the convection cooking mode.

Preheating and Convection Cooking

Procedure for Preheat and Cook

Step-by-step guide to preheat the oven before convection cooking.

Preheat/Convection Safety and Notes

Safety warnings and operational notes specific to preheating and convection cooking.

Combined Convection and Microwave Cooking

Overview of Combined Cooking Modes

Explains the benefits and options for combining convection and microwave cooking.

Example: Roasting Chicken with Microwave

A practical example demonstrating how to combine cooking modes for a specific dish.

Safety for Combined Cooking Modes

Crucial safety precautions when using multiple cooking functions simultaneously.

Smart COMBI Cooking Feature

Combi Cooking Mode Combinations

Lists the available combinations of Microwave, Grill, and Fan-Forced Convection.

Microwave and Grill Combination Cooking

Detailed procedure for cooking using a combination of microwave and grill functions.

Combi Cooking Safety Warnings

Important safety notes and warnings related to combi cooking operations.

Multiple Sequence Cooking

Programming Multiple Cooking Stages

Explains how to program up to four different cooking sequences in one operation.

Example: Multi-Sequence Cooking Procedure

A step-by-step example demonstrating a multi-stage cooking process.

Completing Multi-Sequence Cooking

Executing the Final Cooking Stage

Details the final steps to start and complete a multi-sequence cooking program.

Multi-Sequence Cooking Safety

Safety precautions to observe during and after multi-sequence cooking.

Automatic Menu Guide - Inverter Microwave Cook

Menu Categories Overview

Lists the available automatic menu categories such as Rice/Pasta, Vegetables/Quinoa, and Melt/Soften.

Fresh Vegetables Automatic Cooking

Provides instructions for cooking fresh vegetables using an automatic menu.

Fan Forced Cook - Roast and Bake Menus

Roast Menu Options and Procedures

Details the available roast menus and their specific cooking procedures.

Roast Beef Cooking Example

Step-by-step guide for cooking roast beef using the fan-forced function.

Fan Forced Cook - Air Fry Menus

Air Fry Menu Options and Procedures

Lists the available air fry menus and their corresponding cooking instructions.

Frozen Crumbed Prawns Air Fry Example

A practical example demonstrating how to air fry frozen crumbed prawns.

Convenience Menus - Reheat and Defrost

Reheat Menu Options and Procedures

Details the available reheat menus and their specific cooking instructions.

Defrost Steak/Chops Cooking Example

Step-by-step guide for defrosting steak or chops using the convenience menu.

Convenience Menu - Favourite Function

Setting and Using Favourite Programs

Explains how to store and recall frequently used cooking settings for convenience.

Oven Security and Sound Features

Child Lock Function Operation

Instructions on how to activate and deactivate the child lock feature to prevent accidental use.

Mute/Unmute Oven Sounds

Describes how to mute or unmute the oven's operational beeps and alerts.

Oven Care and Cleaning Instructions

Cleaning the Oven Interior and Exterior

Provides detailed instructions for cleaning the oven cavity, door, and outer surfaces.

Troubleshooting Display Errors

Addresses common error codes, such as E-05, and provides solutions.

Service and Technical Information

Pre-Service Troubleshooting Checklist

A checklist of checks to perform before calling for professional service.

Microwave Oven Specifications

Lists the technical specifications, dimensions, and power ratings of the microwave oven.

Roast Meat and Poultry Cooking Guide

Roasting Timings and Temperatures

A chart providing recommended cooking times and temperatures for various roasts.

Fan-Forced Convection Cooking Guide

Convection Cooking Chart

A comprehensive chart detailing food types, cooking functions, times, and procedures for convection cooking.

Reheating and Defrosting Convenience Food Chart

Reheating Food Guide

A chart offering guidance on reheating various food items to optimal temperatures.

Defrosting Food Guide

A chart providing instructions for defrosting different types of food.

Vegetable, Grain, and Egg Cooking Guides

Frozen Vegetable Cooking Instructions

Guidance on cooking frozen vegetables, including preparation and standing times.

Rice and Pasta Cooking Instructions

Instructions for cooking rice and pasta using microwave or other methods.

Egg Cooking Guide

A guide detailing how to cook eggs with microwave power and time recommendations.

Fresh Vegetable Cooking Guide

Fresh Vegetable Cooking Instructions

A chart with instructions and times for cooking various fresh vegetables.

Defrosting Charts for Meats, Poultry, Bread, and Pies

Defrosting Times and Procedures

Provides specific defrosting times and procedures for various food categories.

Dessert Recipes - Part 1

Apricot Wheatgerm Crunchies Recipe

Recipe for preparing apricot wheatgerm crunchies.

Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Recipe for baking chocolate chip cookies.

Muesli Custard Delight Recipe

Recipe for making muesli custard delight.

Dessert Recipes - Part 2

Chocolate Self-Saucing Pudding Recipe

Recipe for a chocolate self-saucing pudding.

Caramel Rice Pudding Recipe

Recipe for preparing caramel rice pudding.

Bread and Butter Pudding Recipe

Recipe for a classic bread and butter pudding.

Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Recipe for making chocolate mousse.

Dessert Recipes - Part 3

Californian Apple Crunch Recipe

Recipe for Californian apple crunch dessert.

Australian Fruit Cake Recipe

Recipe for baking an Australian fruit cake.

Baked Apples Recipe

Recipe for preparing baked apples.

Chocolate Cake Recipe

Recipe for baking a chocolate cake.

Vegetable Dishes - Part 1

Potatoes Pizzaiola Recipe

Recipe for potatoes pizzaiola.

Soy and Sesame Green Beans Recipe

Recipe for soy and sesame green beans.

Grilled Tomatoes Recipe

Recipe for grilled tomatoes.

Pumpkin Salad Recipe

Recipe for pumpkin salad.

Vegetable Dishes - Part 2

Roast Vegetables Recipe

Recipe for roast vegetables.

Honey Gingered Vegetables Recipe

Recipe for honey gingered vegetables.

Squash with Yoghurt Recipe

Recipe for squash with yoghurt.

Grilled Zucchini with Feta and Mint Recipe

Recipe for grilled zucchini with feta and mint.

Vegetable Dishes - Part 3

Potato, Avocado and Onion Salad Recipe

Recipe for potato, avocado, and onion salad.

Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

Recipe for stuffed mushrooms.

Chunky Vegetable Soup Recipe

Recipe for chunky vegetable soup.

Stuffed Baked Potatoes Recipe

Recipe for stuffed baked potatoes.

Vegetable and Grain Dishes - Part 1

Cauliflower au Gratin Recipe

Recipe for cauliflower au gratin.

Easy Home-Made Rice Risotto Recipe

Recipe for easy home-made rice risotto.

Scalloped Potatoes Recipe

Recipe for scalloped potatoes.

Honey Carrots Recipe

Recipe for honey carrots.

Vegetable Platter Recipe

Recipe for a vegetable platter.

Seafood Dishes - Part 1

Oysters Kilpatrick Recipe

Recipe for oysters Kilpatrick.

Prawn Cutlets Recipe

Recipe for prawn cutlets.

Seafood Dishes - Part 2

Squid in Tomato and Wine Sauce Recipe

Recipe for squid in tomato and wine sauce.

Bouillabaisse Recipe

Recipe for bouillabaisse.

Curried Scallops Recipe

Recipe for curried scallops.

Seafood Dishes - Part 3

Seafood Lasagne Recipe

Recipe for seafood lasagne.

Sesame Prawns Recipe

Recipe for sesame prawns.

Crab Mornay Recipe

Recipe for crab mornay.

Garlic Mussels Recipe

Recipe for garlic mussels.

Seafood and Pasta Dishes

Scallops in Black Bean Sauce Recipe

Recipe for scallops in black bean sauce.

Tagliatelle and Crab Salad Recipe

Recipe for tagliatelle and crab salad.

Crispy Marinated Crab Sticks Recipe

Recipe for crispy marinated crab sticks.

Prawn Creole Recipe

Recipe for prawn creole.

Seafood Dishes - Part 4

Marinated Baby Octopus Recipe

Recipe for marinated baby octopus.

Cheesy Salmon Cannelloni Recipe

Recipe for cheesy salmon cannelloni.

Garlic Prawns Recipe

Recipe for garlic prawns.

Poultry Dishes - Chicken - Part 1

Chicken Cacciatore Recipe

Recipe for chicken cacciatore.

Crunchy Camembert Chicken Recipe

Recipe for crunchy camembert chicken.

Chicken Fillet Burgers Recipe

Recipe for chicken fillet burgers.

Roast Chicken Recipe

Recipe for roast chicken.

Poultry Dishes - Chicken - Part 2

Chicken and Macaroni Bake Recipe

Recipe for chicken and macaroni bake.

Apricot Chicken Recipe

Recipe for apricot chicken.

Cheese and Herb Chicken Legs Recipe

Recipe for cheese and herb chicken legs.

Honey Chicken Legs Recipe

Recipe for honey chicken legs.

Poultry Dishes - Chicken - Part 3

Chicken Provencale Recipe

Recipe for chicken provencale.

Chicken Terrine Recipe

Recipe for chicken terrine.

Wholemeal Chicken Recipe

Recipe for wholemeal chicken.

Tandoori Chicken Recipe

Recipe for tandoori chicken.

Poultry Dishes - Chicken - Part 4

Chicken in a Pot Recipe

Recipe for chicken in a pot.

Chicken Fricassee Recipe

Recipe for chicken fricassee.

Chicken with Bacon and Leek Seasoning Recipe

Recipe for chicken with bacon and leek seasoning.

Chicken and Apricot Salad Recipe

Recipe for chicken and apricot salad.

Meat Dishes - Burgers, Kebabs, Ribs & Grill

Hamburger Recipe

Recipe for preparing hamburgers.

Grilled Kebabs Recipe

Recipe for grilling kebabs.

Pork Ribs with Chilli Plum Sauce Recipe

Recipe for pork ribs with chilli plum sauce.

Breakfast Grill Recipe

Recipe for a breakfast grill combination.

Lamb Dishes

Apricot and Almond Crusty Lamb Recipe

Recipe for apricot and almond crusty lamb.

Fillet Mignon Recipe

Recipe for fillet mignon.

Honey Roast Lamb Recipe

Recipe for honey roast lamb.

Spinach Loin of Lamb Recipe

Recipe for spinach loin of lamb.

Beef and Lamb Curry Dishes

Beef Madeira Recipe

Recipe for beef Madeira.

Tropical Lamb Curry Recipe

Recipe for tropical lamb curry.

Minted Picnic Loaf Recipe

Recipe for minted picnic loaf.

Chilli Con Carne Recipe

Recipe for chilli con carne.

Veal and Lamb Dishes

Veal à la Medallion Recipe

Recipe for veal à la medallion.

Veal and Pineapple Recipe

Recipe for veal and pineapple.

Herbed Loin of Lamb Recipe

Recipe for herbed loin of lamb.

Italian Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Recipe for Italian spaghetti sauce.

Casserole, Sausage and Beef Dishes

Springtime Lamb Casserole Recipe

Recipe for springtime lamb casserole.

Curried Sausages Recipe

Recipe for curried sausages.

Beef Stroganoff Recipe

Recipe for beef stroganoff.

Corned Beef Recipe

Recipe for corned beef.

Lamb, Pie and Lasagne Dishes

Crusty Rosemary Lamb Recipe

Recipe for crusty rosemary lamb.

Shepherd's Pie Recipe

Recipe for shepherd's pie.

Lasagne Recipe

Recipe for lasagne.

Appetiser Recipes

Quick Nachos Recipe

Recipe for quick nachos.

Garlic and Herb Focaccia Recipe

Recipe for garlic and herb focaccia.

Vegetable Frittata Recipe

Recipe for vegetable frittata.

Inverter Microwave Cook Menu Guide - Grains

Rice, Pasta, and Wholemeal Pasta Guide

Instructions for cooking various types of rice, pasta, and wholemeal pasta.

Inverter Microwave Cook Menu Guide - Melt/Soften & Vegetables/Quinoa

Melt/Soften Menu Guide

Guide for melting or softening ingredients like chocolate, butter, and cream cheese.

Vegetables/Quinoa Menu Guide

Instructions for cooking fresh and frozen vegetables, and quinoa.

Convenience Menu Guide

Preheat and Reheat Guide

Procedures for preheating the oven and reheating plates or beverages.

Defrost Guide

Detailed guide for defrosting various types of meat, poultry, and fish.

Fan Forced Cook Menu Guide - Roast

Roast Menu Guide

Instructions for roasting chicken, beef, lamb, and pork.

Bake Menu Guide

Instructions for baking butter cake and frozen lasagne.

Fan Forced Cook Menu Guide - Air Fry

Air Fry Menu Guide

Instructions for air frying items like french fries, nuggets, and spring rolls.

Cookware and Utensil Compatibility

Utensil Guide by Cooking Method

A chart indicating which cookware is suitable for Microwave, Grill, Combi, and Convection cooking.

Helpful Cooking Tips

Grill, Convection, and Combi Cooking Tips

Provides practical advice for effective grill, convection, and combi cooking.

Microwave Cooking Tips and Techniques

Microwave Cooking Arrangement and Turning

Tips on arranging food for even cooking and turning food during the process.

Microwave Covering, Piercing, and Shielding

Techniques for covering, piercing, and shielding food for optimal microwave results.

Microwave Standing Time, Stirring, and Size

Advice on standing time, stirring, and food sizing for microwave cooking.

Microwave Density, Fat/Bone, Temp, Quantity, Condensation

Explains factors affecting microwave cooking like density, fat, temperature, quantity, and condensation.

Quick Reference and Smart Cooking Guides

Quick Operation Guides

Step-by-step instructions for common oven operations like defrost and reheat.

Smart Cooking Guides Index

An index referencing various smart cooking guides within the manual.

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