Sharp AX-1100J manual

Steam Oven OPERA TION MANUAL WITH COOKBOOK Read all instructions carefully before using the oven AX-1 100J ® SCA AX1100J.indd 1 SCA AX1100J.indd 1 10.12.24 10:23:58 AM 10.12.24 10:23:58 AM[...]

W arranty ................................................................1 Important Safety Instructions ............................. 2-3 Installation Instructions ..........................................4 Oven Diagram ....................................................... 5 Operation of Control Panel ................................ 6-7 Displ[...]

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2 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: READ CAREFULL Y AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE This oven is designed to be used on a countertop or in a cabinet. It is not designed for built-in installation. See page 4 for the installation. The oven door may become hot during cooking. Place or mount the oven so that the bottom of the[...]

3 g. Do not use plastic containers if the oven is still hot because they may melt. Plastic containers must not be used unless the container manufacturer claims it is suitable. h. Do not store food or any other items inside the oven. i. When alcoholic beverages are added when roasting or cooking cakes and sweets, there is a risk that vapours release[...]

4 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove all packing materials from the oven cavity , and the feature sticker from the outside of the door , if there is one. Check the unit for any damage, such as a misaligned door , damaged door seals around the door or dents inside the oven cavity or on the door . If there is any damage, please do not operate the [...]

5 NOTE: Place the rack on glass tray as shown in Figure 1. W ARNING: The oven cavity , door , outer cabinet, accessories and dishes will become very hot. Use thick dry oven gloves when removing the food or accessories from the oven to prevent burns. 1 V entilation openings Be aware that hot steam or air comes out during steam or grill mix cooking, [...]

6 OPERA TION OF CONTROL P ANEL Display Information The display shows useful information including cooking time and cooking mode. AUTO: Automatic cooking is selected or in progress. SENSOR: Sensor cooking is selected or in progress. MANUAL: Manual cooking is selected or in progress. CHECK: Some action is necessary (e.g. turn over , stir). DEF: Steam[...]

7 9 5 T ouch Control Panel Layout Operating keys: 1 EASY AUT O MENUS keys Press to select 'Easy Auto Menus' menus. 2 STEAM COOK HIGH key Press to select steam cook high cooking. 3 MICROW A VE key Press to select microwave cooking. Press to select microwave power setting. If power is not selected, it automatically defaults to 100%. Press t[...]

8 WA TER T ANK T o fill the water tank with room temperature water suitable for drinking (filtered) is a must for cooking with steam. Be sure to follow the directions below . 1. Pull the water tank toward you to remove. (Figure 1) 2. Wash the water tank and lid for the fi rst time. 3. Fill the water tank with room temperature water suitable for dr[...]

9 IMPORT ANT INSTRUCTIONS Before cooking 1. Make sure the water tank is fi lled with room temperature water suitable for drinking (fi ltered) and is installed. (See page 8.) 2. Make sure the empty drip tray is installed. (See page 8.) 3. Place food in the oven. Make sure to place the glass tray in lower position (position 2) for cooking with stea[...]

10 IMPORT ANT INSTRUCTIONS Perform the Drain W ater function at least once a day after cooking with steam. It takes up to 7 minutes. Drain Water function is very useful to prevent scale build up and the use of stale water . It causes evaporation of the internal steam system. PROCEDURE 1 Press Instant Cook/ST ART . “In F1” will fl ash on and of[...]

11 • Before operating your oven, make sure you read and understand this operation manual completely . • Before the oven can be used, follow these procedures: 1. Place the drip tray correctly . See page 8. 2. See below for getting started. 3. Follow directions on the right side for clean the oven before fi rst use. Y our oven has an Energy Save[...]

12 Automatic Operation is cooked with steam, grill and microwave function. Refer to each function for the details. Easy Auto Menus have 9 categories and 27 menus. Category 1-6: Rice/Pasta, V eg/Potato, Fish/Chicken, Steam Defrost, Complete Meal, V eg/Potato Combo Category 7: Easy Defrost Category 8: Sensor Reheat Category 9: Grill For Category 1-6:[...]

13 AUT OMA TIC COOKING For Category 7: Easy Defrost Easy Defrost has 4 menus. Do not use the glass tray , steam tray and metal rack. 1 Steak/Chops 2 Poultry 3 Roast Meat 4 Mince/Sausage Refer to Easy Defrost Guide on page 37 for details. * Suppose you want to defrost a 0.5 kg Steak. PROCEDURE 1 Press Easy Defrost once. NOTES: 1. Enter the weight of[...]

14 AUT OMA TIC COOKING For Category 9: Grill Grill has 4 menus. * Suppose you want to cook 0.5 kg of Chicken Legs. 1 Chicken Legs 2 Grilled Whole Chicken 3 Roast Beef 4 Grill Skewers Refer to the Grill Guide on page 39 for details. NOTES: 1. Enter the weight of the food only . Do not include the weight of the container . 2. For foods weighing more [...]

15 Manual Cooking is an option in Steam Cook, Grill, Grill Mix and Microwave. Refer to the “Manual Cooking Chart” and “Food and Utensil Position Chart”. The charts give information on each setting. High Low High Low 100 °C 70 - 9 5 °C * - Grill: 50% power Microwave: 50% power Grill: 9 0% power Microwave: 10% power 0 - 100% power 0 - 35 mi[...]

16 MANUAL COOKING Manual Steam Cook has 2 options, Steam Cook High and Steam Cook Low . Always cook food using steam tray and glass tray . See page 15 for the details. And see the important instructions on page 8-9. Use Steam Cook High to steam foods such as chicken or vegetables. Use Steam Cook Low to steam fi sh or egg custard gently . With Stea[...]

17 MANUAL COOKING The grill heating element at the top of the oven cavity has one power setting only . This mode does not use steam. This mode can be programmed for up to 99 minutes 99 seconds. 1 layer cooking only . Place the food onto the rack on glass tray and select desired position depending on the food size. * Suppose you want to cook for 10 [...]

18 MANUAL COOKING Microwave is fast and convenient for cooking, reheating and defrosting. First enter the cooking time then select the power level. This mode does not use steam. This mode can be programmed for up to 99 minutes 99 seconds. There are 6 different power levels. * Suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes on 100%. PROCEDURE Press Instant C[...]

19 T o use with automatic cooking: Y ou can adjust cooking results as you like. Should you discover that you like any automatic settings slightly more done, press Microwave once after entering weight and before pressing Instant Cook/ST ART . Should you discover that you like any automatic settings slightly less done, press Microwave twice after ent[...]

20 OTHER CONVENIENT FEA TURES * Suppose you want to set the kitchen timer for 5 minutes. PROCEDURE Enter the desired time. 1 Press Info/Timer once. 2 Use the Kitchen T imer as a minute timer or to monitor the standing time for cooked/defrosted food. Instant Cook allows you to operate the two following functions: a) Direct start Y ou can directly st[...]

21 OTHER CONVENIENT FEA TURES This feature is mainly for use by retail outlets, and also allows you to practice the key operation. T o demonstrate, press Info/Timer and number 4 (In F4) and then press Instant Cook/ST ART . “dISP” will appear in the display . Cooking operations can now be demonstrated with no power in the oven. The display will [...]

22 CAUTION: DO NOT USE COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS, STEAM CLEANERS, ABRASIVE, HARSH CLEANERS, ANY THA T CONT AIN SODIUM HYDROXIDE OR SCOURING P ADS ON ANY P ART OF YOUR MICROW A VE OVEN. Before cleaning, make sure the oven cavity , door , oven cabinet, accessories and especially the grill heating element are completely cool. CLEAN THE OVEN A T REGULAR[...]

23 Due to technical error , contact a service centre approved by SHARP . 1. The sensor does not detect vapor properly in microwave sensor mode. 2. Oven door is opened or Stop/Clear is pressed during sensing. For both 1 and 2, press Stop/Clear and cook manually . 1. The time you set is over the maximum time for Steam Cook High or Steam Cook Low . Pr[...]

24 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART The following situations are normal and are not signs that the oven is malfunctioning. * Open the door and close. * Check the power plug is properly connected to a suitable wall outlet. * Check that fuse or circuit breaker are functioning properly . * Disconnect the power cord, wait for a minute. Then reconnect, open and cl[...]

25 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART The following situations are normal and are not signs that the oven is malfunctioning. Steam has condensed inside the oven. Wipe dry with a soft cloth or a sponge after cooling. The air ventilation openings are at the oven bottom (left side). It is normal for used steam to come from the air ventilation openings. Be aware th[...]

26 Check the following before calling service: 1. Does the display light when the door is opened and closed? Y es _______ No _______ 2. When the door is opened, is the oven lamp switched on? Y es _______ No _______ 3. Place one cup of water (approx. 250 ml) in a glass measure in the oven and close the door securely . Oven lamp should go off if door[...]

27 COOKING GUIDES Points to Remember • Please make reading the Operation Manual your very fi rst step in working with your new oven. This important booklet explains exactly how the oven works and what you need to know to operate it successfully . • Use the information in the charts and recipes to help adapt your own favorite recipes or conveni[...]

28 COOKING GUIDES About Utensils and Coverings The chart below will help you decide what utensils and coverings should be used in each mode. Small flat pieces of aluminum foil placed smoothly on food can be used to shield areas from cooking or defrosting too quickly . Keep foil at least 2 cm from walls of oven. Aluminium Foil Metal, Foil Containers[...]

29 COOKING GUIDES ACCESSORIES There are many microwave or heat-resistant accessories available for purchase. Evaluate carefully before you purchase so that they meet your needs. A microwave-safe thermometer will assist you in determining correct doneness and assure you that foods have been cooked to safe temperatures when using microwave-only cooki[...]

30 Density Quantity Size Shape T emperature of food Seasoning & fl avouring Food characteristics Food density will affect the amount of cooking time needed. Cut the food into thinner parts if possible, and arrange in single layer . The cooking time must be increased as the amount of food cooked in the oven increases. Small foods and small piec[...]

31 * Puncture egg yolks and whites and oysters before cooking to prevent "explosion". * Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash, hot dogs, sausages and oysters so that steam escapes. * Use specially bagged popcorn for the microwave oven. * Listen while popping corn for the popping to slow to 1-2 seconds. * T ransfer baby food to small di[...]

32 - Advice for DEFROSTING - NOTE: • Remove all packing and wrapping before defrosting. Arrange food carefully W atch cooking time Cover foods before cooking Shield foods Stir foods T urn foods Rearrange foods Allow standing time Check for doneness Condensation Microwave safe plastic wrap Microwave safe plastic cookware Cake/Meatloaf Cooking T ec[...]

33 Easy Auto Menus Guide - Make sure that the water tank is fi lled to the MAX mark with room temperature water suitable for drinking (fi ltered) and is installed. 1 - 2 serves 1 - 2 serves Serve Rice W ater 1 ½ cup ½ cup 2 1 cup 1½ cups • Place rice in a fl at, round dish (23cm diameter) and cover with water . • Place the dish on the ste[...]

34 AUT OMA TIC COOKING CHART 0.2 - 0.6 kg (100g) 0.2 - 0.6 kg (100g) • Place the fish steak in a shallow microwave safe defrosting dish. • When the oven stops and the audible signals sound, turn over . • After defrosting remove any water and icy glace and allow to stand for 5-10 minutes until thoroughly defrosted. • Place the fish fillet in[...]

35 AUT OMA TIC COOKING CHART RECIPES FOR COMPLETE MEAL OF EASY AUTO MENUS Salmon fi llets with broccoli fl orets (1) [Preparation] 1. Sprinkle the deep-frozen fi sh fi llets with lemon juice and pepper and place into the steam tray on the glass tray . Insert the trays in lower position (position 2). 2. Place the broccoli fl orets into second s[...]

36 AUT OMA TIC COOKING CHART Ingredients 1 portion 2 portions 3 portions 4 portions Chicken breast fi llets 150 g 300 g 450 g 600 g Salt, pepper , paprika Potatoes, peeled cut into wedges 75 g 150 g 225 g 300 g Mushrooms, cut into half 50 g 100 g 150 g 200 g Red pepper , sliced 50 g 100 g 150 g 200 g Broccoli fl orets 40 g 80 g 120 g 160 g Fresh [...]

37 Easy Defrost Guide AUT OMA TIC COOKING CHART • Place the food on a microwave safe defrosting dish with rack* on the centre of the oven fl oor (position1). • When the oven stops and the audible signals sound, turn the food over , rearrange and separate if possible. If necessary shield thin parts and warm spots with aluminium foil. • After [...]

38 Sensor Reheat Guide AUT OMA TIC COOKING CHART • Cover with plastic wrap and pierce 5 times with skewer . • Place the plate directly on the oven fl oor (position 1). • After cooking, stand covered for 2 minutes. • Place into a casserole dish. • Cover with plastic wrap and pierce 5 times with skewer . • Place the dish directly on the [...]

39 • Mix the ingredients and spread on chicken legs. • Pierce the skin of the chicken legs. • Put the chicken legs on the rack in the glass tray with the thin ends towards the centre. • When the oven stops and the audible signals sound, turn the food over . • After cooking, let stand for approx. 3 minutes. • Mix the ingredients and spre[...]

40 MANUAL COOKING CHART Steam Cook High Chart Use glass tray and steam tray Food Amount Oven Setting Cooking Time Food Position SEAFOOD Fish Fillets (½ Inch Thick) 800g Steam Cook High 21 minutes 2 Mussels, In Shell 900g Steam Cook High 20 minutes 2 Scallops 500g Steam Cook High 10 minutes 2 Prawn, Large 500g Steam Cook High 14-16 minutes 2 POUL T[...]

41 MANUAL COOKING CHART This setting uses a low temperature from 70°C – 95°C in 5°C increments to cook delicate items like terrines, fl ans, fresh seafood, desserts to perfection. This programme is ideal for slow cooking meat after briefl y sear the meat in a hot pan on a hob and where a very tender result is wanted. In the below chart you w[...]

42 MANUAL COOKING CHART Grill Mix Cooking Chart Use glass tray and rack Food Amount Cooking Time and Procedure Standing Tim e Food Position Result BEEF Blade Roast 1kg Micro 70% for 8 minutes Grill Mix High for 9 minutes TURN OVER Micro 70% for 3 ½ minutes Grill Mix High for 9 minutes 10 minu tes 1 Medium Eye Fillet 1kg Micro 70% for 8 minutes Gri[...]

43 MANUAL COOKING CHART Reheating and Defr osting Convenience Food Chart Food Amount Oven setting and Cooking Time Procedure Standing Time BEVERAGE 1 Cup Microwave 100% for 2 minutes Microwave safe mug. Stir halfway through and after heating - 2 Cups Microwave 100% for 4 minutes CANNED FOOD 1 Cup Microwave 100% for 2 minutes Place food in a small m[...]

44 MANUAL COOKING CHART Micr owave: Frozen V egetable Chart 1. Place vegetables in a medium/large microwave safe bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Place on the oven fl oor (position1). 2. Allow to stand for 2 minutes before draining any water and serving. Micr owave: Rice and Pasta Cooking Chart Place butter , eggs, and milk in a small/medium micr[...]

45 MANUAL COOKING CHART Micr owave: Fresh V egetable Chart 1. Cover each dish with plastic wrap. Place on the oven fl oor (position1). 2. Drain any remaining water after standing before serving. Food Amount Cooking Time (100%) Procedure Asparagus (halved) 500g 3 ½ minutes Place in a shallow microwave safe dish. Cover . Stand for 3 minutes Beans ([...]

46 MANUAL COOKING CHART Micr owave: Defrost T imes for Meat, Poultry , Seafood and Br ead 1. Remove wrapping and place frozen item on a shallow microwave safe defrosting dish with rack (a microwave safe defrosting rack). Shield with aluminum foil to prevent the item from cooking while defrosting. 2. Defrost by following the steps in the “Microwav[...]

47 Honey Carrots 500 g carrots, peeled 3 teaspoons orange juice 2 teaspoons honey 1 teaspoon olive oil ½ teaspoon orange rind Serves 4 • Slice carrots lengthwise in quarters then cut each quarter into long thin strips about 5 cm in length. • Place carrot slices on steam tray and then on one of the glass trays provided. • Place glass tray in [...]

48 RECIPE Stuffed Potatoes 4 large potatoes, washed (approximately 200g each) 1 rasher bacon ¼ cup cream ¼ cup milk 1 cup shredded tasty cheese 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Extra tasty cheese Serves 4 • Pierce the potatoes twice on both sides with a fork. Place onto the base of the oven in a circle. Cook on Microw[...]

49 RECIPE Chicken Chicken and V egetable Rice Paper Rolls 2 chicken breasts, approximately 200-250g each 24 large rice paper rolls 1 avocado, halved and thinly sliced 1 carrot, fi nely grated ½ green capsicum, thinly sliced ½ small iceberg lettuce, washed and shredded Sweet chilli sauce, to serve Makes 12 • Place chicken breast on the rack on [...]

50 RECIPE Chicken and Mushroom Dumplings 300 g chicken mince 100 g shiitake mushrooms, fi nely chopped 1 tablespoons chives, fi nely chopped 2 shallots, fi nely chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1½ tablespoons Chinese rice wine 30 pack ready made square wontons Canola spray , for greasing Makes 30 • In a large bowl, combine[...]

51 RECIPE Chicken, Cashew Nuts and Hokkien Noodles (served with Asian Greens) 2 x 200 g Chicken breast 80 g cashew nuts, roughly crushed 200 g baby pak choy 200 g baby bok choy 450 g packet fresh Hokkien noodles MARINADE 2 teaspoons soy sauce 1 teaspoon oyster sauce 2 teaspoons V egetable stock 1 teaspoon crushed ginger 1 clove garlic crushed Salt [...]

52 RECIPE Marinated Snapper 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander 2 bird’ s eye chillies, seeds removed, fi nely chopped 500 g whole snapper , cleaned Serves 2 • In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil, ginger , coriander and c[...]

53 RECIPE Grilled Garlic Prawns 500 g green king prawns, peeled, tails intact, deveined 1 / 3 cup vegetable oil 3 teaspoons sesame oil 1 teaspoon ground coriander 3 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tablespoons chicken stock 8 bamboo skewers Serves 4 • In a medium bowl, combine vegetable oil, sesame oil, coriander , garlic and chicken stock. Mix until wel[...]

54 RECIPE Pork Dumplings Circular wonton wrappers, ready made 300 g pork mince 1 egg 3 shallots, fi nely sliced 2 teaspoons sesame oil 2 tablespoons light soy sauce 2 teaspoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon fresh ginger , grated 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 teaspoon oyster sauce ½ brown onion, fi nely grated ½ carrot, fi nely grated 30 pack ready made w[...]

55 RECIPE Beef and V egetable Ravioli 300 g beef mince Ready made Circular wonton wrappers (2 x 30 pack) 2 teaspoons light soy sauce 1 teaspoon cornfl our 1 cup spinach leaves, fi nely chopped 1 medium carrot, fi nely grated 2 shallots, fi nely chopped ½ small brown onion, fi nely grated 2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar 500 g jar pasta sauce Sal[...]

56 RECIPE Upside Down Pineapple Cake 50 g butter ¼ cup fi rmly packed brown sugar 225 g can pineapple slices, drained, juice reserved 1 egg ½ cup caster sugar ½ teaspoon vanilla essence 1 cup plain fl our , sifted 1 teaspoon baking powder Pinch of salt Serves 4 • Cut out a 10cm diameter circle of baking paper and place in the bottom of each [...]

57 RECIPE Banana, W alnut and Honey Muffi ns 2 ripe bananas, mashed 2 eggs 2 teaspoons oil 4 teaspoons water 4 teaspoons baking powder ½ cup icing sugar 1¾ cup plain fl our 2 tablespoons of honey 3 teaspoons walnuts, chopped Serves 8 • In a large glass bowl, add bananas, eggs, oil, water , baking powder, icing sugar , honey and fl our . Mix [...]

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