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The Ultimate Guide to Mastering Your Sharp Microwave Oven

Sharp has established itself as one of the most trusted microwave brands in the market today. Join us as we explore the ins and outs of this reliable appliance and discover why it has become a household favorite.

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13 July, 2024

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Microwave ovens, including those from the Sharp brand, have become a staple in every kitchen. So today, we will explore further the instructions for use as well as some notes when using the Sharp microwave oven.

1Learn about how to use the Sharp microwave oven

Learn about how to use the Sharp microwave oven

Mechanical microwave ovens have mechanical control knobs, you just need to turn the knob to select the modes such as cooking, warming, defrosting, baking, and cooking time. The oven usually has a 2-knob design:

Function adjustment knob: You can easily switch between low, medium-low, medium, medium-high, and high power levels to suit the food in the oven.

Timer knob: With 5-minute intervals, you can choose the desired defrost or warming time by turning the adjustment knob to the corresponding time value.

With electronic microwave ovens, as they use a touch screen and LED lights, you can select the desired function by simply touching the screen. The control buttons include:

Start Cooking + 1 Minute: Used to start the cooking process.

Stop/Cancel: Used to stop/cancel the cooking function.

Cooking Time: Used to select the appropriate cooking time.

Set Timer: Used to set the timer in advance.

Microwave: Used to cook food with microwaves.

Bake: Used to bake food.

Combination Bake: Used to bake food in combination with microwave cooking.

Auto Menu: Provides suitable power levels for some types of food on the menu.

Time Adjustment Group: Used to select cooking/defrosting times such as 10 minutes, 1 minute, or 10 seconds.

Defrost by Time: Used to select the desired defrosting time.

Defrost by Weight: Used to defrost food according to preset weight values.

The following is an introduction to the instructions for using both mechanical and electronic microwave ovens:

2Instructions for using the Sharp microwave oven

Instructions for using a mechanical microwave oven

Step 1: Prepare the food and place it in a specialized food container, then place it in the center of the turntable and close the oven door.

Step 2: Turn the power control knob to the desired level.

Step 3: Adjust the timer/defrost knob to the desired time.

Step 4: When the cooking/defrosting process is complete, the timer will return to “0” and an audible signal will sound. Then, the oven light will turn off, and the turntable will stop. If you need to cook further, just close the oven door and repeat the above steps.

Choosing the power level when cooking

Step 1: Press the Microwave button.

Step 2: Select the appropriate power level. You can refer to the following power levels:

100P/90P: Suitable temperature for quick warming, boiling vegetables, stewing meat, etc.

80P/70P: Suitable temperature for tasks such as bone stewing and cooking large pieces of meat.

60P/50P: This temperature is suitable for cooking thick dishes that require a long cooking time, such as porridge and beef stew.

40P/30P: Suitable temperature for defrosting food, cooking rice, cooking noodles, steaming buns, etc.

20P/10P: This temperature is suitable for defrosting food, especially cakes that have been kept in the refrigerator for a long time.

Instructions for using the Sharp electronic microwave oven

A model of an electronic microwave oven

Choose the cooking mode by manual adjustment

Microwave Function

Step 1: Press the Microwave button to select the desired temperature.

Step 2: Press the Set Cooking Time button.

Step 3: Press the Start + 1 Minute button to start cooking.

Bake function

Regular Bake Function

Step 1: Press the Bake button once.

Step 2: Adjust the baking time as needed.

Step 3: Press the Start + 1 Minute button to start baking.

Combination Bake function

Combination Bake with Microwave Function

Step 1: Press the Combination Bake button to select the desired baking mode. There are 2 combination baking modes:

+ Mode 1: 55% of the time will be microwave cooking, and 45% of the remaining time will be baking. This mode is suitable for making food crispy, melting cheese, etc.

+ Mode 2: 36% of the time will be microwave cooking, and 64% of the time will be baking. This mode is more suitable for baking poultry.

Step 2: Enter the required baking time.

Step 3: Press the Start + 1 Minute button to start baking.

Defrost food by time

Defrost by Time Function

Step 1: Press the defrost by time button.

Step 2: Select the desired time.

Step 3: Press the Start + 1 Minute button to start defrosting.

Defrost food by weight

Defrost by Food Weight Function

Step 1: Press the defrost by weight button.

Step 2: Press the weight adjustment button to select the weight corresponding to the food to be defrosted.

Step 3: Press the Start + 1 Minute button to start defrosting.

Cooking timer

Cooking Timer Function

Step 1: Press the cooking time button once.

Step 2: Select the desired cooking time.

Step 3: Press the Start + 1 Minute button to activate this function.

Set cooking time

Press the Set Time button to set the cooking time

Step 1: Press the Set Time button.

Step 2: Adjust the time according to the actual cooking time.

Step 3: Press the Set Time button again to end the process.

Set child lock

To set the child lock, press and hold the Stop/Cancel button for about 3 seconds, you will hear a long beep, and a key symbol will appear on the screen.

To cancel the child lock mode, just repeat the same steps as when setting the child lock.

Auto-cook function

Step 1: Press the auto-cook menu button.

Step 2: Select the weight of the food.

Step 3: Press the Start + 1 Minute button to start cooking.

Note on safety precautions when using the Sharp microwave oven

Follow safety precautions when using the microwave oven

Make sure that all utensils you put in the microwave oven are “microwave-safe.”

Do not use metal containers to hold food that needs to be microwaved.

Do not boil water or other liquids for longer than the time specified by the manufacturer or according to the recipe.

Do not operate the microwave oven when the door is damaged or not closed tightly.

Do not operate the microwave oven when there is no food inside.

Maintain a distance of 1 meter from the microwave oven to ensure safety while the oven is operating.

3Notes when cooking with the Sharp microwave oven

Notes to help you cook more effectively with the microwave oven

After defrosting meat in the microwave oven, cook it immediately because leaving it for too long will create conditions for bacteria to multiply.

Place the food so that the thinner part is at the center of the turntable.

Since food taken out of the oven is usually quite hot, use tongs or leave the lid open for a while to let the steam escape to avoid burns.

Be careful when preparing foods such as eggs, potatoes, apples, squash, etc., as they can easily explode in the oven. When preparing these dishes, crack the shell for eggs or use a toothpick to poke small holes in potatoes, squash, apples, etc.

If you need to cover the food, use a microwave-safe plastic lid to cover the food while cooking.

4Notes on cleaning the microwave oven

Cleaning the turntable of the microwave oven

Cleaning the turntable is the first thing to do

Cleaning the turntable is the first thing you should do when starting to clean the microwave oven because food comes into direct contact with this part. With its detachable design, you can easily clean the turntable by hand or in the dishwasher. Then, make sure to dry the turntable before placing it back into the microwave oven.

Use soft sponges when cleaning

Soft sponges will prevent unwanted scratches on your oven

To make cleaning the oven easier, use soft sponges or damp sponges

Frequently asked questions

There could be a few reasons for this. First, check if the power cord is plugged into an outlet securely. Then, ensure that the door is closed tightly as even a slight gap can cause heat to escape. If these don’t work, the problem may be due to a faulty component such as the magnetron or the diode.

To clean your Sharp microwave, create a solution of equal parts water and vinegar in a microwave-safe bowl. Turn on the microwave and heat the solution for 5-10 minutes, allowing the steam to condense on the interior walls. Wipe down the inside with a damp cloth to remove any grime and food residue. For tougher stains, use a mild detergent and a non-abrasive sponge.

The Child Lock feature prevents children from accidentally operating the microwave. To activate it, press and hold the ‘Stop/Clear’ button for 3 seconds. The display will show ‘LOC’ to indicate it’s locked. To unlock, press and hold ‘Stop/Clear’ again for 3 seconds.

Select the ‘Defrost’ setting, enter the weight of the food, and choose the appropriate power level. The microwave will automatically calculate the defrost time. For best results, flip the food halfway through to ensure even defrosting.

No, it is not safe to use metal containers or utensils in any microwave oven, including Sharp models. Metal can cause arcing and damage the oven. Always use microwave-safe glass or ceramic containers.