Why is my Sharp Microwave Oven cooking so slowly?
- WWilliam RamirezAug 5, 2025
If your Sharp Microwave Oven is cooking food too slowly, verify that you've selected the appropriate power level.

Why is my Sharp Microwave Oven cooking so slowly?
If your Sharp Microwave Oven is cooking food too slowly, verify that you've selected the appropriate power level.
Why does my Sharp YC-GC52FE make so much noise?
It's normal for your Sharp Microwave Oven to make noises during operation. The microwave energy pulses ON and OFF during cooking or defrosting cycles.
Why is there condensation in my Sharp Microwave Oven?
When cooking with your Sharp Microwave Oven, steam produced from the food condenses on the colder oven cavity surfaces and may drip from the door. The amount of steam depends on the food's water content. Condensation trapped in the door glass should clear after a few hours.
How to prevent potatoes from arcing in my Sharp YC-GC52FE?
To prevent arcing when cooking potatoes in your Sharp Microwave Oven, remove all “eyes”, pierce the potatoes, and place them directly on the flat-bed or in a heat-resistant dish.
Why is there a draught around the door of my Sharp YC-GC52FE?
When your Sharp Microwave Oven is in operation, air circulates inside the cavity. Since the door doesn't create an airtight seal, air may escape from the door.
| Control Type | Touch Control |
|---|---|
| Turntable | Yes |
| Auto Cook Menu | Yes |
| Defrost Function | Yes |
| Child Lock | Yes |
| Turntable Diameter | 315 mm |
| Microwave Power | 900 Watts |
| Capacity | 25 Litres |
Disposal guidelines for private users, covering EU and non-EU countries.
Disposal guidelines for business users, covering EU and non-EU countries.
Initial setup steps including before operation checks and setting the clock.
Details on Express, Microwave, and Grill cooking functions.
How to use Microwave+Grill and Microwave+Convection cooking modes.
Instructions for defrosting food by weight.
Using Time Defrost and the Kitchen Timer features.
Managing Favourite, Power Saving, and Mute functions.
Activating and deactivating child lock and safety lock features.
Using Auto Cook menus and understanding protection mechanisms.
Measures to reduce radio or TV interference caused by the oven.
Pre-service checks to resolve common issues before contacting support.