OWNER’S MANUAL
SUNBEAM
Microwave Oven
SMW978
1.READ these instructions carefully before installing and operating the
oven.
Keep them for further reference.
2.Record in the space below the SERIAL NO. found on the nameplate on
your oven and retain this information for future reference.
SERIAL NO.:
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic
5. Use this appliance only for its intended
use as described in this manual. Do not
use corrosive chemicals or vapors in
this appliance. This type of oven is
specifically designed to heat, cook or
dry food. It is not designed for industrial
or laboratory use.
safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns,
electric shock, fire, injury to persons or
exposure to excessive microwave energy:
1. Read all instructions before using the
appliance.
6. As with any appliance, close
supervision is necessary when used by
children.
2. Read and follow the specific
“PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY” on page 1.
7. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
cavity:
3. Select a level surface that provides
enough open space for the intake
and/or outlet vents. A minimum
clearance of 3 inches is required
between the oven and any adjacent
wall. One side must be open. Leave a
minimum clearance of 3 inches above
the oven. Do not cover or block any
openings on the appliance. Do not
remove feet from the bottom of the
oven. This appliance must be
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully
attend appliance if 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 materials inside the oven should
ignite, keep oven door closed,
turn
grounded. Connected only to properly
grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS ” on page 3.
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.
4. Some products such as whole eggs
and sealed containers, for example,
closed glass jars may explode and
should not be heated in this oven.
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pool, and the like.
15. Do not operate this appliance if it has a
8. Microwave heating of beverage can
result in delayed eruptive boiling,
therefore care has to be taken when
handle the container.
damaged cord or a plug, if it is not
working properly or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
16. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
Keep cord away from heated surface.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table
or counter.
9. Do not deep fry food in the microwave.
It is difficult to control the fat which
could cause a fire hazard.
10. Pierce foods with heavy skins such as
potatoes, whole squash, apples and
chestnuts before cooking.
17. Use only thermometers which are
specifically designed for use in
microwave ovens.
11. The contents of feeding bottles and
baby jars should be stirred or shaken
and the temperature should be
checked
18. Do not operate any heating or cooking
appliance beneath this appliance.
19. Be certain the glass tray and roller ring
are in place when you operate the
oven.
before serving in order to avoid burns.
12. Cooking utensils may become hot
because of heat transferred from the
heated food. Potholders may be
needed to handle the utensil.
20. WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone
other than a trained person to carry out
any service or repair operation which
involves the removal of any cover
which
13. Do not cover or block any openings on
the appliance.
gives protection against exposure to
microwave energy. If there is any
damage, do not operate the oven and
contact your dealer or Sunbeam
authorized servicer.
14. Do not store or use this appliance
outdoors. Do not use this product near
water, for example, near a kitchen sink,
in a wet basement, or near a swimming
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding
reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
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Electrical Requirements
The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60 Hz, AC only, 20 amp. It is recommended that
a separate circuit serving only the oven be provided. The oven is equipped with a 3-prong
grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and
grounded.
Extension Cord
If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3
blade grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the microwave
oven. The marked rating of the extension cord shall be equal to or greater than the
electrical rating of the appliance.
Notes: 1. If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions, consult
a qualified electrician or service person.
2. Neither Sunbeam nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the oven
or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the electrical connection
procedures.
Radio or TV Interference
Should there be any interference caused by the microwave oven to your radio or TV, check
that the microwave oven is on a different circuit, relocated the radio or TV as far away from
the oven as feasible or check position and signal of receiving antenna.
UTENSILS GUIDE
This section lists which utensils can be used in the microwave, which ones have limited
use for short periods, and which ones should not be used in the microwave.
Recommended
·Microwave browning dish — Use to brown the exterior of small items such as steaks,
chops, or pancakes. Follow the directions provided with your browning dish.
·Microwaveable plastic wrap — Use to retain steam. Leave a small opening for some
steam to escape and avoid placing it directly on the food.
·Paper towels and napkins — Use for short-term heating and covering; these absorb
excess moisture and prevent spattering. Do not use recycled paper towels, which may
contain metal and could ignite.
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·Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes — Use for heating or cooking.
·Paper plates and cups — Use for short-term heating at low temperatures. Do not use
recycled paper, which may contain metal and could ignite.
·Wax paper — Use as a cover to prevent spattering.
·Thermometers — Use only those labeled “Microwave Safe” and follow all directions.
Check the food in several places. Conventional thermometers may be used on
microwave food once the food has been removed from the oven.
Limited Use
· Aluminum foil — Use narrow strips of foil to prevent overcooking of exposed areas.
Using too much foil can damage your oven, so be careful. Please keep a minimum
distance of 1 inch (2.54cm) between aluminum foil and cavity.
·Ceramic, porcelain, and stoneware — Use these if they are labeled “Microwave Safe”.
If they are not labeled, test them to make sure they can be used safely.
·Plastic — Use only if labeled “Microwave Safe”. Other plastics can melt.
·Straw, wicker, and wood — Use only for short-term heating, such as warming dinner
rolls for a few seconds; baskets and bowls may be flammable.
Not Recommended
·Glass jars and bottles — Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave. It can
shatter and cause damage and injury.
·Paper bags — These are a fire hazard, except for popcorn bags that are designed for
microwave use.
·Styrofoam plates and cups — These can melt and leave an unhealthy residue on food.
·Plastic storage and food containers — Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in
the microwave.
·Metal utensils — These can damage your oven. Remove all metal before cooking.
Note: Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving, place the empty dish in
the oven and microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. A dish which becomes very hot
should not be used.
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COOKING TECHNIQUES
Your microwave makes cooking easier than conventional cooking, provided you keep
these considerations in mind:
Stirring
Turning
Stir foods such as casseroles and
vegetables while cooking to distribute heat
evenly. Food at the outside of the dish
absorbs more energy and heats more
quickly, so stir from the outside to the
center. The oven will turn off when you
open the door to stir your food.
Arrangement
Turn foods over midway through cooking
to
expose all parts to microwave energy. This
is especially important with large foods
such as roasts.
Standing
Foods cooked in the microwave build up
internal heat and continue to cook for a
few
Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as
chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker,
meatier parts toward the outside of the
turntable where they receive more
minutes after heating stops. Let foods
stand to complete cooking, especially
foods such as cakes and whole vegetables.
Roasts need this time to complete cooking
in the center without overcooking the outer
areas. All liquids, such as soup or hot
chocolate, should be shaken or stirred
when cooking is complete. Let liquids
stand
microwave
energy.
To
prevent
overcooking,
place delicate areas, such as asparagus
tips, toward the center of the turntable.
Shielding
Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum
foil to prevent overcooking. Areas that
need shielding include poultry wing-tips,
the ends of poultry legs, and corners of
square baking dishes. Use only small
amounts of aluminum foil. Larger amounts
can damage your oven.
a moment before serving. When heating
baby food, stir well at removal and test the
temperature before serving.
Adding moisture
Microwave energy is attracted to water
molecules. Food that is uneven in moisture
content should be covered or allowed to
stand so that the heat disperse evenly. Add
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a small amount of water to dry food to help
it cook.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE
If the oven fails to operate:
A) Check to ensure that the oven is
plugged in securely. If it is not, remove the
plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and
plug it in again securely.
C) Check to ensure that the control panel
is programmed correctly and the timer is
set.
C) Check to ensure that the door is
securely closed engaging the door safety
lock system. Otherwise, the microwave
energy will not flow into the oven.
B) Check for a blown circuit fuse or a
tripped main circuit breaker. If these
seem to be operating properly, test the
outlet with another appliance.
IF NONE OF THE ABOVE RECTIFY THE SITUATION, THEN CONTACT A QUALIFIED
TECHNICIAN. DO NOT TRY TO ADJUST OR REPAIR THE OVEN YOURSELF.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Consumption:
Output:
120V~60Hz, 1450W
1000W
Operation Frequency:
Outside Dimensions(H×W×D):
Oven Cavity Dimensions(H×W×D):
Oven Capacity:
2450MHz
12×20 11/16×17 7/8 in.
8 5/8×13 3/4×14 in.
1.0cu.ft
Cooking Uniformity:
Net Weight:
Turntable System (Φ12 3/8” )
Approx. 39.4lbs.
PART NAMES
①
Door Safety Lock
② Oven Window
③ Oven Air Vent
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④ Shaft
⑤ Roller Ring
⑥ Glass Tray
⑦ Control Panel
CONTROL PANEL
(Also see following pages for more detail.)
DISPLAY
Cooking time, power, indicators and
present time are displayed.
BAKED POTATO
POPCORN
BEVERAGE
FROZEN DINNER
PIZZA
REHEAT
Allows you to reheat or cook food
automatically without entering power level
or time.
POWER
Use to set power level.
TIMER
You can use the TIMER function
independently, even while a cooking
program is going on in the oven.
COOK
Cook at one power level for a period of
time, then the oven automatically switch to
another power level for the rest of cooking
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time.
stand
times by cycling on and off.
NUMBER PADS(0-9)
Touch to set times or amounts.
CLOCK
COOK BY WEIGHT
Touch to enter weight of meat accurately.
The oven automatically sets the cooking
time and power level.
Touch to set the clock.
DEFROST BY WEIGHT
Touch to set the weight of the food to be
defrosted; the oven automatically sets the
defrosting time and power level.
SPEED DEFROST
RESET
Clears all previous settings if touched
before cooking starts.
START/STOP
Touch to set defrosting time; the oven
automatically divides the defrosting time
into periods of alternating defrost and
Touch to start or stop cooking.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
prefer
BEEPS DURING OVEN SETTINGS
ONE BEEP: Oven accepts the entry.
TWO BEEPS: Oven does not accept the
entry, check and try again.
to not have the clock displayed, touch
RESET pad. You can check the clock
time while cooking is in progress by
touching the CLOCK pad.
SETTING THE CLOCK
1. Touch CLOCK pad.
SETTING THE OVEN TIMER
1. Touch TIMER pad.
2. Use the number pads to enter the
correct time. You must touch at least
three numbers to set the clock(one for
hour and two for minutes).
3. Touch CLOCK pad again.
NOTE:
2. Enter the amount of time you want to
count down by touching the
number pads. Digit time is in minutes
and seconds and set left to right. Set
one digit (a 5 for 5 seconds) or up to
four digits (2405 for 24 minutes, 5
seconds).
This is a 12 hour clock. When the oven
is
first plugged in or when power resumes
after a power interruption, the display
will
3. Touch START/STOP pad.
NOTE:
·Time countdown can be seen in
display for 3 seconds before clock or
show ENTER CLOCK TIME, if you
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cooking time is returned to display.
·Touch TIMER and then touch RESET
to cancel TIMER during timing
process.
Cooking”.
DO NOT TOUCH START/STOP PAD.
2. SET STAGE 2:
Touch COOK pad then enter proper
cooking time and (lower) power level.
(Most 2-stage recipes use lower
power
SETTING COOKING TIMES AND
POWER LEVELS
A. One-stage Cooking
for second stage.)
1. Use the number pads to set a cooking
time. You can set a cooking time from
one seconds to 99 minutes and 99
seconds. If you are setting a time greater
than one minute, you must enter
numbers for both minutes and seconds.
For example, to set 20 minutes, enter
2,0,0,0.
3. Touch START/STOP pad.
NOTE:
After stage 1 time has elapsed, one
beep sounds, signaling the beginning
of
stage 2. After total time has elapsed, 4
beeps sound and END appears in
display. Touch RESET pad or open oven
door to clear END before starting
another cooking function.
2. If you want to set a power level other
than 100% power, touch POWER, then
use the number pads to enter the power
level. You can set the power level
from 1 to 9.
SETTING “SPEED DEFROST”
1. Touch SPEED DEFROST pad.
2. Enter desired defrosting time by
touching correct number pads. Digital
timer sets minutes and seconds from
left to right so a single digit can be set
(5 for 5 seconds ) or up to 4 digits
(2405 for 24 minutes 5 seconds).
3. Touch START/STOP pad.
3. Touch START/STOP to start cooking.
USE THESE SINGLE DIGIT TO
REPRESENT POWER LEVELS
Number pad
% of Power
90%
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
80%
70%
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
NOTE:
·After time has elapsed four beeps
sound and END appears in display.
Touch RESET pad or open door to
clear END before starting another
cooking function.
B. Two-stage Cooking
Some recipes require different stages of
cooking at different temperatures.
1. SET STAGE 1:
·After setting SPEED DEFROST, oven
Follow steps 1 and 2 in “One-stage
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can be programmed to automatically
switch to one or two-Stage cooking.
A. For speed defrost and one stage
cooking, follow steps above. Before
touching START/STOP pad, touch
COOK pad, enter time and power
level. Then touch START/STOP pad.
B. For speed defrost and two stage
cooking, follow steps above. Before
touching START/STOP pad, enter
two-stage cooking programs.
of a pound to ounces using the
following chart.
CONVERTING FRACTIONS
OF A POUND TO OUNCES
FRACTIONS
OF A POUND
OUNCES
Less than .03
.03 to .09
.10 to .15
.16 to .21
.22 to .27
.28 to .34
.35 to .40
.41 to .46
.47 to .53
.54 to 59
.60 to .65
.66 to .71
.72 to .78
.79 to .84
.85 to .90
.91 to .97
above .97
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
SETTING “COOK BY WEIGHT”
1. Touch COOK BY WEIGHT pad.
2. Enter the one-digit code by touching
the correct number pad.
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11
12
13
14
15
3. Enter weight.
go to next even
4. Touch START/STOP PAD.
NOTE:
·Turn meat over when oven beep twice.
Touch START/STOP to resume cooking.
·After total cooking time, 4 beeps sound
and END appears in display. Touch
RESET or open oven door to clear
END before starting another cooking
function. Let meat stand few minutes
before carving.
·Your microwave oven makes cooking
easy. You set the type and weight of
food, and the oven automatically sets
the
cooking time and power level.
“COOK BY WEIGHT ” CODE
DESCRIPTIONS
CODE
TYPE
Beef
MAX WEIGHT
5 lb. 16 oz.
5 lb. 16 oz.
5 lb. 14 oz.
1
2
3
SETTING “DEFROST BY WEIGHT”
1. Touch DEFROST BY WEIGHT pad.
2. Enter weight.
Mutton
Pork
·Meat must be defrosted and at
refrigerated temperature.
3. Touch START/STOP pad.
NOTE:
·Weight must be in pounds and ounces.
Ounce weights less than 10 must be
preceded by a 0. If label gives weight
in pounds only, change the fraction
·Weight must be in pounds and ounces.
Ounce weights less than 10 must be
preceded by a 0. If label gives weight
in pounds only, change the fraction
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of a pound to ounces using the chart on
this page.
for 3 seconds, LOCK indicator goes off.
·Turn food over when oven beep twice.
Touch START/STOP pad to resume
defrosting.
·After total defrosting time, 4 beeps
sound and END appears in display.
Touch RESET or open oven door to
clear
TO STOP THE OVEN WHILE THE OVEN
IS OPERATING
1. Touch START/STOP pad.
·You can restart the oven by touching
START/STOP pad.
END before starting another cooking
function.
·Touch RESET to erase all instructions.
2. Open the door.
·You can restart the oven by closing the
door and touching START/STOP pad.
NOTE:
SETTING “SAFETY LOCK”
The safety lock prevents unsupervised
operation by little children.
To set, press and hold RESET pad for 3
seconds, LOCK indicator lights.
To cancel, press and hold RESET pad
·Oven stops operating when door is
opened.
ABOUT “ QUICK COOK ” SETTINGS
“QUICK COOK” allows you to cook or
reheat food automatically without entering
power level or time. When setting “quick
cook”, check visual guide on pad for
correct
signifies one touch of the pad. The large
size can be set by touching the picture pad
twice. Two dots(··) below the picture of
large size food signifies two touches of the
pad.
setting. Three “quick cook” settings allow
you to cook several amounts of the same
food. These include the “FROZEN
SETTING “POPCORN”
1. Touch POPCORN pad.
"CODE" and cooking time will be
displayed.
DINNER”, “BAKED POTATO” and
“BEVERAGE”. After you touch these pads,
ENTER AMT appears In the display.
In each “quick cook” category, smaller size
food is set by touching pad once. One dot
(·) below picture of smaller-size food
POPCORN automatically sets the
cooking time for a 3 to 3 1/2 oz. bag of
microwave popcorn.
2. Touch START/STOP pad.
NOTE:
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·To reset POPCORN time: Tap
2. Touch START/STOP pad.
POPCORN pad twice. ENTER TIME
appears in display. Touch number pads
to enter minutes and seconds. Touch
START/STOP pad. This new cooking
time will remain whenever you touch the
POPCORN pad until you reset it.
SETTING “ BEVERAGE ”
For 5 to 7 oz. coffee cups:
1. Touch BEVERAGE pad once.
2. Enter number of cups by touching
number pads from 1 to 4. "CODE" and
cooking time are seen on screen.
3. Touch START/STOP pad.
SETTING “ BAKED POTATO”
For 4 to 6 oz. potatoes:
1. Touch POTATO pad once.
For the larger 10 to 12 oz. coffee mugs:
1. Tap BEVERAGE pad twice.
2. Enter number of potatoes by touching
number pads from 1 to 4. "CODE" and
cooking time for small-medium
potatoes will be displayed.
2. Enter number of mugs by touching
number pads from 1 to 4. "CODE" and
cooking time will be displayed.
3. Touch START/STOP pad.
3. Touch START/STOP pad.
For the large 8 to 10 oz. potatoes:
1. Tap POTATO pad twice.
SETTING “FROZEN DINNER”
Microwaving one or two small (7-9 oz.)
frozen dinner:
2. Enter number of potatoes by touching
number pads from 1 to 4. "CODE"
and cooking time for large potatoes is
shown on the digital display.
1. Touch FROZEN DINNER pad once.
2. For 1 entree, just touch
START/STOP. For 2 entrees, touch
the
3. Touch START/STOP pad.
number pad “2”. "CODE" and cooking
time are displayed on screen.
3. Touch START/STOP pad.
SETTING “PIZZA”
Reheating a slice (or two thin ones) of
leftover pizza:
1. Touch PIZZA pad once. "CODE" and
cooking time are displayed.
2. Touch START/STOP pad.
Microwaving one large (10-12 oz.) frozen
dinner :
1. Tap FROZEN DINNER pad twice.
2. For 1 entree, just touch
START/STOP. For 2 entrees, touch
the
Heating a whole frozen pizza:
1. Tap PIZZA pad twice. "CODE" and
cooking time are displayed.
number pad “2”. "CODE" and cooking
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time are displayed.
2. Touch START/STOP pad.
NOTE:
3. Touch START/STOP pad.
This setting lets you reheat a dinner
plate of chilled leftovers with good
results.
SETTING “ REHEAT”
1. Touch REHEAT pad. "CODE" and
cooking time are displayed.
CLEANING AND CARE
1. Turn off the oven and remove the power
plug from the wall socket before
cleaning.
the outside of the oven door, wipe with a
soft cloth. This may occur when the
microwave oven is operated under high
humidity conditions, this is normal.
7. It is occasionally necessary to remove
the glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray
in warm sudsy water or in a dishwasher.
8. The roller ring and oven floor should be
cleaned regularly to avoid excessive
noise. Simply wipe the bottom surface
of the oven with mild detergent. The
roller ring may be washed in mild sudsy
water or dishwasher. When removing
the roller ring from cavity floor for
cleaning, be sure to replace in the
proper position.
2. Keep the inside of the oven clean.
When
food splatters or spilled liquids adhere
to oven walls, wipe with a damp cloth.
Mild detergent may be used if the oven
gets very dirty. Avoid the use of spray
and other harsh cleaners as they may
stain, streak or dull the door surface.
3. The outside surfaces should be cleaned
with a damp cloth. To prevent damage
to the operating parts inside the oven,
water should not be allowed to seep
into the ventilation openings.
4. Wipe the window on both sides with a
damp cloth to remove any spills or
spatters.
9. Remove odors from your oven by
combining a cup of water with the juice
and skin of one lemon in a deep
microwaveable bowl, microwave for 5
minutes. Wipe thoroughly and dry with
a soft cloth.
5. Do not allow the control panel to
become wet. Clean with a soft, damp
cloth. When cleaning the control panel,
leave oven door open to prevent oven
from accidentally turning on.
10. When it becomes necessary to
replace
6. If steam accumulates inside or around
the oven light, please consult a dealer
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to have it replaced.
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