Panasonic NN-SD261M Bedienungsanleitung

Operating Instructions and Cookbook Microwave Oven Model Numbers: NN-SD271S NN-SD261M NN-SD251W Important safety instructions Please read carefully and keep for future reference For domestic use only[...]

Important Notice Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven. Y our oven is rated 950 W atts (IEC). When using other cookbooks remember to adjust cooking times accordingly . The symbol above, which is displayed on your oven door , indicates the heating category for your oven when cooking or reheating convenience foods. Y our oven is rated ?[...]

1  Important safety instructions. Befor e operating this oven, please r ead these instructions car efully and keep for futur e r efer ence.  This appliance can be used by childr en aged fr om 8 years and above and persons with r educed physical, sensory and mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given superv[...]

2 3 EN  If the supply cor d is damaged, it must be r eplaced by the manufactur er or its service agent or a similarly qualied person in or der to avoid a hazar d.  W ar ning! The appliance should be inspected for damage to the door seals and door seal ar eas and if these ar eas ar e damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has[...]

2 3 EN English  Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they ar e liable to explode.  W ar ning! Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazar ds of impr oper use.  This oven i[...]

4 5 EN  If smoke is emitted or a r e occurs in the oven, pr ess Stop/Cancel button and leave the door closed in or der to stie any ames. Disconnect the power cor d, or shut of f power at fuse or cir cuit br eaker panel.  When heating liquids, e.g. soup, sauces and beverages in your oven, overheating the liquid beyond boiling point ca[...]

4 5 EN English  Clean the inside of the oven, door seals and door seal ar eas r egularly . When food splatters or spilled liquids adher e to the oven walls, door seals and door seal ar eas wipe of f with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if they get very dirty .  The use of harsh detergent or abrasive is not r ecommended. DO NOT USE CO[...]

6 7 Important safety instructions ........... 7-8 Before using your oven ................. 9 Placement of your oven ................. 9 Care & cleaning of your oven ........... 10 Maintenance of your oven .............. 11 Parts of your oven .................... 11 Outline diagram ...................... 12 Important information .............. 1[...]

6 7 This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience, which may be marked, and rated, either 10 amps or 13 amps. A 10 amp or 13 amp fuse is tted according to the type of mains plug tted. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has the correct rating for the typ[...]

8 9 1. In case of electronic failure, oven can only be turned off at wall socket.  WARNING! Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use. Ensure that children do not touch the hot outer casing [...]

8 9 Examine Y our Oven 1. Unpack oven, remove all packing material, and examine the oven for any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door . Notify dealer immediately if unit is damaged. Do NOT install if unit is damaged. Guarantee 2. Y our receipt is your guarantee, please keep safely . Cord 3. If the supply cord of this appl[...]

10 11  Important It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is kept clean, and wiped out after each use. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of a surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. 1. Switch the oven off before clean[...]

10 11 Service 1. WHEN YOUR OVEN REQUIRES A SER VICE call your local Panasonic engineer ( Customer Communications Centre on 0844 844 3899 can recommend an engineer).  WARNING! It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against e[...]

12 13 Outline diagram 1. Door release Push to open the door . Opening the door during cooking will stop the cooking process without cancelling the program. Cooking resumes as soon as the door is closed and Start button is pressed . 2. See-through Oven window 3. Door safety lock system 4. Oven air vent 5. Microwave feed guide (do not remove) 6. Exte[...]

12 13 Safety If smoke is emitted or a re occurs in the oven, press Stop/Cancel button and leave the door closed in order to stie any ames. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at fuse or circuit breaker panel. Short Cooking T imes As microwave cooking times are much shorter than other cooking methods it is essential that recommende[...]

14 15 Liquids When heating liquids, e.g. soup, sauces and beverages in your microwave oven, overheating the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid. T o prevent this possibility the following steps should be taken: a) Avoid using straight-sided containers with nar[...]

14 15 Fan Motor operation After using the oven the fan motor may rotate for a few minutes to cool the electric components. This is normal and you can take out food even though the fan motor operates. Y ou can continue using the oven during this time. Utensils/ Containers Before use check that utensils/containers are suitable for use in microwave ov[...]

16 17 Microwaving principles Magnetron Oven Cavity Turntable Waveguide Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook and reheat food since early experiments with radar in World W ar II. Microwaves are present in the atmosphere all the time, both naturally and from manmade sources. Manmade sources include radar , radio, television, telecomm[...]

16 17  Note If an operation is set and start button is not pressed, after 6 minutes the oven will automatically cancel the operation. The display will revert back to clock mode. 1 Display Window 2 Microwave Power Levels button 3 Auto Weight Chaos Defrost Programs Button 4 Auto Weight Reheat Programs Button 5 Auto Weight Cook Programs Button 6 Ti[...]

18 19 Standing time Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and cakes, require a ST ANDING TIME (inside or outside of the oven) after cook ing, to allow heat to nish con ducting to cook the centre completely .  Jacket Potato Stand 5 mins. wrapped in aluminium foil after cooking by microwave only .  Fish Stand 2-3 mins.  Egg Dishes Stand [...]

18 19 General guidelines Dish size Follow the dish sizes given in the recipes, as these affect the cook ing and reheating times. A quan tity of food spread in a bigger dish cooks and reheats more quickly . Quantity Small quantities cook faster than large quantities, also small meals will reheat more quickly than large portions. Spacing Foods cook m[...]

20 21 Choosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the success or failure of your cooking. T esting Dishes for Suitability When unsure that a cooking con tainer is suitable for use in your microwave, check by the follow ing test: 1. Fill a microwave safe measur ing jug with 300ml (½pt) cold water . 2. Place it on the turnt[...]

20 21 Plastic Many plastic containers are designed for microwave use, but do not use for cooking foods high in sugar or fat or for foods that require long cooking times e.g. brown rice. Only use T upperware® containers if they are designed for microwave use. Do not use Melamine. Never cook in margarine cartons or yoghurt pots, as these will melt w[...]

22 23 Setting the clock Child safety lock Using this system will make the oven controls inoperable; however , the door can be opened. Child Lock can be set when the display shows a colon or the time. Press Start three times. The time of day will disappear . Actual time will not be lost. ‘Child’ is indicated in the display . T o Set: T o Cancel:[...]

22 23 Microwave cooking and defrosting 1 Press High 950 W atts 2 Presses Medium 600 W atts 1 Press Low 440 Watts 2 Presses Simmer 300 Watts 1 Press Defrost 270 Watts 2 Presses Warm 100 W atts The Glass T urntable must always be in position when using the oven. Press the desired microwave power button once or twice depending on required power level.[...]

24 25 Defrosting guidelines Arrange food in a single layer . T urn or break up food as soon as possible. Shield chickens and joints of meat. For Best Results: 1. Place foods in a suitable container . Meat joints and chickens should be placed on an upturned saucer or on a plastic rack if you have one. 2. Check food during defrosting, as foods vary i[...]

24 25 Food Defrosting Time per 450g (1lb) Method Standing Time Meat Beef/Lamb/Pork Joint 450g (1lb) 8-10 mins. Place in a suitable dish or on an upturned saucer or use a rack. T urn 3-4 times. Shield. 60 mins. Minced Beef 450g (1lb) 10-13 mins. Place in a suitable dish. Break up and turn 3-4 times. 15 mins. Chops 450g (1lb) 8-10 mins. Place in a su[...]

26 27 Using the timer The Timer can be used either before, during or after a cooking program. This feature can be used to set a standing time after cooking or to delay the start of your cooking. Set the desired Cooking Program, by selecting power level and time required. Press T imer . Press T imer . Set Delay time using the T ime/Weight Dial (max [...]

26 27 Using the memor y function T o set a Memory Program This function allows you to pre-program your oven for a regular reheating or cooking task. Y ou are able to pre-program your oven for a specic power level and time that is convenient for you. Y ou can only pre-program one memory task with this oven. Press Memory . The memory indicator [...]

28 29 Multistage cooking  Notes 1. For 3 stage cooking, enter another cooking program before pressing start. 2. During operation, one press on Stop/Cancel stops the operation. you can re-start it by pressing Start. A second press of Stop/Cancel will cancel the selected program. 3. Whilst not operating, one press of Stop/Cancel cancels the select[...]

28 29 Auto weight defrost This feature allows you to defrost bread, meat items and joints of meat automatically once you have entered in the weight of the food. Select desired program. Press Chaos Defrost once to select Bread, twice to select Meat Items and three times to select Meat Joints. The auto programme number and indicators for the microwav[...]

30 31  Guidelines for Use The Auto W eight Programs must ONL Y be used for foods described. 1. Only cook foods within the weight ranges described. 2. Always weigh the food rather than relying on the package information. 3. Most foods benet from a ST ANDING time, after cooking an Auto Program, to allow heat to continue conducting to the centre[...]

30 31 Auto weight reheat programs  Important note: For Auto W eight reheat programs. 1. It is assumed that the starting temperature of the meals is fridge temperature, 5°C. 2. Large pieces of sh / meat in a thin sauce, may require longer cooking. 3. These programs are not suitable for foods that cannot be stirred. 4. Meals in bowl shaped con[...]

32 33 Auto weight cook programs 7. Cook fresh vegetables 200g - 800g T o cook FRESH vegetables. Place prepared vegetables into a shallow container on turntable. Add 15 ml (1tbsp) water per 100g vegetables. Cover with pierced cling lm or lid. Select program (1 press of Auto Cook pad), enter weight using the T ime/W eight Dial, then press start. S[...]

32 33 Cooking and reheating guidelines Most foods reheat very quickly in your oven by HIGH power . Meals can be brought back to serving temperature in just minutes and will taste freshly cooked. Always check food is piping hot and return to oven if necessary . As a general rule, always cover wet foods, e.g. soups, casseroles and plated meals. Do no[...]

34 35 Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines BREAD – Precooked – Fresh – N.B. Breads reheated by Microwave will have a soft base. Croissants 2 HIGH 10-20 secs. Place on microwave safe plate on turntable. Do not cover . 4 HIGH 20-30 secs. Rolls 1 HIGH 10 secs. 4 HIGH 20 secs. CANNED BEANS, P AST A Bak[...]

34 35 Reheating charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines DRINKS – COFFEE 1 mug 235ml HIGH 1 ½ - 2 mins. Place in a microwave safe mug on turntable. Stir , before, during and after reheating. 2 mugs 470ml HIGH 3 - 3 ½ mins. DRINKS – MILK 1 mug 235ml HIGH 1 ½ - 2 mins. Place in a microwave safe m[...]

36 37 Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS - CHILLED  N.B. T ransfer food from foil container to a similar sized microwave safe dish. Plastic dishes designed for microwave and conventional ovens may be used with care. Cauliower Cheese 450g HIGH 5 ½ -6 ½ mins. Place in [...]

36 37 Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines BACON -from raw Rashers 130g (4) HIGH 2-3 mins. or 40- 50 secs per rasher . Place on a microwave safe rack or plate on turntable. Cover with a piece of kitchen roll. BEANS & PULSES – should be pre-soaked (except lentils) Chick Peas 225g HIGH 12 mins. Use 7[...]

38 39 Cooking charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines EGGS – Scrambled. 1 Egg HIGH 30 secs.  Add 1 tbsp of milk for each egg used.  Beat eggs, milk and knob of butter together .  Cook for 1st cooking time then stir .  Cook for 2nd cooking time then stand for 1 min. HIGH 20 secs. 2 Eggs [...]

38 39 Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines PIZZA – FRESH chilled – N.B. Remove all packaging. Pizzas will have a soft base. Thin & Crispy 400g HIGH 4-4 ½ mins. Place on heatproof plate on turntable. Do not cover . Deep Pan 475g HIGH 4-5 mins. Place on heatproof plate on turntable. Do not cover .[...]

40 41 Cooking charts  Points for checking Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a ST AND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time. Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines F[...]

40 41 Cream of Mushroom Soup Place the butter and chopped onion in a large bowl. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 3 mins or until soft. Add the stock, mushrooms and bouquet garni. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 13-15 mins, or until mushrooms are soft. Remove the bouquet garni and blend until smooth. Mix the cornour with a little of the milk, t[...]

42 43 Lamb in a Spicy Cream and Almond Sauce Mix together the garlic, ginger , almonds and water to make a thick paste. Place the cardamon pods, cloves, cinnamon, onion and oil in the casserole dish cook on HIGH power for 2 mins. Add the lamb, cover and cook for 6-8 mins. on HIGH power or until light brown in colour . Stir halfway . Stir in the res[...]

42 43 Meat and poultr y Savoury Mince Place onion, garlic and oil in casserole, cover and cook on HIGH power for 2-3 mins. or until soft. Place all other ingredients in casserole. Stir well. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 5 mins. then LOW power for 10-15 mins. or until the meat is cooked. Chicken Satay For the serving sauce: Crumble 25g (1oz) of [...]

44 45 Arranging Thin llets of sh i.e. plaice, should be rolled up prior to cooking to avoid overcooking on the thinner outside edge and tail. Fish steaks should be arranged in a circle, thicker part to the outside. Cover with cling lm or lid. Liquid Fresh sh should always be sprinkled with 30ml (2tbsp) of water , lemon juice or white wi[...]

44 45 W ild Mushr oom and Basil Risotto Soak mushrooms in 300 ml ( ½ pt) warm water for 30 mins. Place the butter , garlic and onion in a large bowl, cover with cling lm and cook on HIGH power for 3-4 mins. or until softened. Season with freshly ground black pepper . Stir the rice into the butter mixture and add the hot stock and soaking liquid[...]

46 47 Steamed Suet Sponge Pudding In a mixing bowl, sift together the our and salt. Stir in the sugar and suet. Make a well in the centre and add beaten egg and milk. Mix to a soft dropping consistency . Put the jam in the base of the greased pudding basin and pour pudding mixture over . Cook on HIGH power for 4-5 mins. until rm. ingredients [...]

46 47 Desserts / cakes Date Puddings and Butterscotch Sauce Pour 175 ml (6 . oz) boiling water over the chopped dates and set aside to cool. Sift together our and baking powder . Add vanilla and coffee essence to the milk. Cream the butter and sugar until light and uffy . Add eggs a little at a time. Fold in the our and avoured milk,[...]

48 49 Custard Mix together the custard powder , sugar and a little milk to form a smooth paste. Blend in the remaining milk, whisking well. Cook on HIGH power for 5-6 mins stirring regularly . Whisk well halfway through cooking time and again at the end. ingredients SERVES 4 30ml (2tbsp) custard powder 15ml (1tbsp) sugar 600ml (1pt) cold milk Dish:[...]

48 49 Questions and answers Q: Why won’t my oven turn on? A: When the oven does not turn on, check the following: 1. Is the oven plugged in securely? Remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and reinsert. 2. Check the circuit breaker and the fuse. Reset the circuit breaker or replace the fuse if it is tripped or blown. 3. If the circuit b[...]

50 T echnical specifications Rated V oltage: 230-240 V 50 Hz Operating Frequency: 2,450 MHz Input Power: Microwave: 1150 W Input Current: Microwave: 4.9 A Output Power: Microwave: 950 W (IEC-60705) Outer Dimensions: 488mm (W) x 279mm (H) x 395mm (D) Oven Cavity Dimensions: 315mm (W) x 353mm (D) x 206mm (H) Weight: 9.5Kg Noise Level: 57dB Weight and[...]

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