Operating Instructions Microwave Oven Models: NN- T735/T745/T755/T765/T775/ T935/T945/T955/T965/T975/SN756 Safety Information Precautions.........................Inside cover Important Safety Instructions .........1-3 Installation and Grounding Instructions .......................................3-4 Safety Precautions ...........................5-6 Operation Microwave Recipes .............................18 Timer Feature (Kitchen Timer/Stand Time/Delay Start).................................19 Microwave Shortcuts ......................20-21 Food Characteristics............................22 Cooking Techniques .......................22-23 Quick Guide to Operation....................27 Operation Control Panel.........................................9 Starting to Use Your Oven...................10 Setting the Clock .................................10 Function Features...........................10-11 Selecting Power & Cook Time.............12 Quick Min Feature ...............................12 Keep Warm Feature ............................12 Popcorn Feature..................................13 More/Less Feature ..............................13 Beverages ...........................................13 Inverter Turbo Defrost Feature ............14 Defrosting Tips & Techniques.........14-15 Sensor Reheat Feature .......................16 Sensor Cook Feature ..........................16 Sensor Cook Chart ..............................17 Maintenance Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven ....................................................24 Accessory Purchases ..........................24 Before Requesting Service..................25 Limited Warranty & Customer Service Directory ..............................................26 General Information Cookware Guide....................................7 Oven Components Diagram ..................8 Specifications ......................................28 User's Record......................................28 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN. Para instrucciones en español, voltee el libro. For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to: consumerproducts@panasonic.com or visit us at www.panasonic.com For assistance, please call: 787-750-4300 or visit us at www.panasonicpr.com (U.S.A) (Puerto Rico) F00037C41AP iPress0106-3 Printed in China Microwave Oven Safety Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER", "WARNING" or "CAUTION". These words mean: DANGER WARNING CAUTION You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. You can be exposed to a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed. PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. (b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces. (c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the: (1) door (bent), (2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened), (3) door seals and sealing surfaces. (d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. © Copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. 2006. Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven. Your microwave oven is a cooking appliance and you should use as much care as you use with a stove or any other cooking appliance. When using this electric appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS --To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy: 1. Read all instructions before using this appliance. 2. Read and follow the specific "PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY," found on the inside front cover. 3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found on page 4. 4. As with any cooking appliance, DO NOT leave oven unattended while in use. 5. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the installation instructions found on page 3. 6. DO NOT cover or block any openings on this appliance. 7. DO NOT store this appliance outdoors. DO NOT use this product near water-- for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool or similar locations. 8. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. DO NOT use corrosive chemicals, vapors, or non-food products in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, or cook food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use. The use of corrosive chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the appliance and may result in radiation leaks. 9. When cleaning surfaces of the door and oven that come together on closing the door, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth. 10. DO NOT allow children to use this appliance, unless closely supervised by an adult. DO NOT assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he/she can cook everything. 11. DO NOT operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. 12. DO NOT immerse cord or plug in water. 13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. 14. DO NOT let cord hang over edge of a table or counter. 15. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair or adjustment. 16. Some products such as whole eggs with or without shell, narrow neck bottles and sealed containers--for example, closed glass jars--may explode and should not be heated in this oven. 17. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: (a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. (b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven. (c) If material inside the oven ignites, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. (d) DO NOT use the cavity for storage purposes. DO NOT leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the cavity when not in use. 1 WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) 18. Superheated Liquids Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without showing evidence (or signs) of boiling. Visible bubbling is not always present when the container is removed from the microwave oven. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury to persons: (a) STIR THE LIQUID BOTH BEFORE AND HALFWAY THROUGH HEATING IT. (b) Do not heat water and oil, or fats together. The film of oil will trap steam, and may cause a violent eruption. (c) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. (d) After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. 19. DO NOT cook directly on the turntable. It can crack, and cause injury or damage to the oven. WARNING TO AVOID THE RISK OF SHOCK: DO NOT remove outer panel from oven. Repairs must be done only by a qualified service person. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF EXPOSURE TO MICROWAVE ENERGY: DO NOT tamper with, or make any adjustments or repairs to Door, Control Panel Frame, Safety Interlock Switches, or any other part of oven, microwave leakage may result. TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE: 1. DO NOT operate the oven empty. The microwave energy will reflect continuously throughout the oven causing overheating and damage, if food or water is not present to absorb energy. 2. DO NOT store flammable materials next to, on top of, or in the oven. 3. DO NOT dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven, or use newspaper or paper bags for cooking. 4. DO NOT hit or strike Control Panel. Damage to controls may occur. 5. DO NOT use recycled paper products unless the paper product is labeled as safe for microwave oven use. Recycled paper products may contain impurities which may cause sparking. TO AVOID THE RISK OF SCALDING: POT HOLDERS should always be used when removing items from the oven. Heat is transferred from the HOT food to the cooking container and from the container to the Glass Tray. The Glass Tray can also be very HOT after removing the cooking container from the oven. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For proper use of your oven, read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Glass Tray 1. DO NOT operate the oven without the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in place. 2. DO NOT operate the oven without the Glass Tray fully engaged on the drive hub. Improper cooking or damage to the oven could result. Verify that the Glass Tray is properly engaged and rotating by observing its rotation when you press Start. Note: The Glass Tray can turn in either direction. 3. Use only the Glass Tray specifically designed for this oven. DO NOT substitute any other glass tray. 4. If the Glass Tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water. 5. DO NOT cook directly on the Glass Tray. Always place food in a microwave safe dish, or on a rack set in a microwave safe dish. 6. If food or utensil on the Glass Tray touches oven walls, causing the tray to stop moving, the tray will automatically rotate in the opposite direction. Roller Ring 1. The Roller Ring and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to prevent excessive noise. 2. Always replace the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in their proper positions. 3. The Roller Ring must always be used for cooking along with the Glass Tray. INSTALLATION AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Examine Your Oven 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 oven is damaged. DO NOT install if oven is damaged. Placement of Oven 1. The oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface. Place the front surface of the door three inches or more from the counter top edge to avoid accidental tipping of the microwave oven during normal use. For proper operation, the oven must have sufficient air flow. Allow 3-inches (7.6 cm) of space on both sides of the oven and 1-inch (2.5 cm) of space on top of the oven. (a) DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may be overheated and damaged. (b) DO NOT place oven near a hot, damp surface such as a gas or electric range, or dishwasher. (c) DO NOT operate oven when room humidity is excessive. 2. This oven is manufactured for household use only. It is not approved or tested for mobile vehicle, marine, or commercial use. Installation 1. DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat. If the oven overheats, a thermal safety device will turn the oven off. The oven will remain inoperable until it has cooled. 2. If the oven is designed for installation into a wall cabinet by using the proper trim kit available from a local Panasonic dealer, follow all instructions packed with the kit. 3 INSTALLATION AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) --IMPROPER USE OF THE GROUNDING PLUG CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a three wire extension cord that has a three prong polarized grounding plug, and a three slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord should be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance. WARNING Grounding Instructions THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing ...