Important Safety Instructions
32. When the oven is not in use, it is recommended that items are removed.
If left inside and the switch is accidentally activated, there is potential for
damage to occur.
33. During service and/or replacement of parts, the oven should be disconnected
from the power supply. Once the plug is removed, it should remain visible to the
service operator to avoid inadvertent reconnection.
34. The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.
35. Do not heat with oil from the leftover food or the food left in the accessories in
the oven cavity. Doing so may generate sparks and cause fire or smoking.
36. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of
the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly
result in a hazardous situation.
37. Do not use metalware, ceramics trimmed with gold or silver, or any container
with a metal content when cooking with the microwave.
38. It is recommended to use personal protection equipment in case of spreading
hot food stuff.
39. Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents on the cabinet and the oven door will
get hot during use. Take care when opening or closing door and when inserting
or removing food and accessories.
The oven has heaters situated in the top and back of the oven.
After use, the roof, walls and floor will be very hot.
40. Take caution when removing the hot accessories after cooking. It may cause
burn. Use oven gloves.
41. Take caution when rapidly cooling the hot accessories after cooking. It may
cause burn with steam or airborne droplets. It may also cause injury by the
accessories breaking.
42. When removing food from the oven, take care that a cooking sheet or similar
does not make contact with the upper heater. There is a danger of fire or
smoke.
When using a cooking sheet or similar:
a) Observe the heatproof temperature stated on the package.
b) Use a sheet size that matches the quantity of the food.
c) Take care that the sheet does not touch the upper surface of the oven
interior.
43. It is essential reheated food is served "piping hot". Always check before serving
and if in doubt return food to oven for further heating.
All temperatures provided are for guidance only. Local legislation of food
temperature requirements should be applied, to ensure a safe temperature has
been reached before serving any food.
44. The standing time is essential for foods cooked or reheated by CONVECTION-
AND-MICROWAVE, or GRILL-AND-MICROWAVE. During the standing time,
heat will continue to conduct to the centre to cook the food completely.
The denser the food, the longer the standing time. Reheated foods also require
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a standing time.
45. Follow specific instructions in this guide for proper use of oven accessories and
cookware. Failure to do so could damage the oven. Take care when removing
food and/or accessories from the oven.
46. When the oven has finished operating, the fan motor will continue to rotate in
order to cool the electric components. This is normal and food can still be
removed from the oven during this cooling period. Do not remove the plug or
turn off the breaker.
USING YOUR OVEN
1. This oven is intended for commercial use and is not intended for continuous
mass production of food.
2. Do not store any objects inside the oven in case it is accidentally turned on. In
case of electronic failure, the oven can be turned off at wall outlet.
MAINTENANCE OF YOUR OVEN
When your oven requires a service call your local Panasonic engineer.
Do not attempt to make any adjustments or repairs to any part of the oven.
WHEN THE HEATER IS TURNED ON FOR THE FIRST TIME
You may detect smoke or a harsh odour. This is normal and is caused by the
burning off of the oil that is used to protect the oven cavity.
You may prefer to perform a blank baking as described below if you find this
unpleasant;
1. Set the cooking plate included as an accessory inside the oven. (p.12)
2. Operate for approximately 20 minutes at the 280°C preheating setting. (p.22)
OAfter heating up the oven empty, when you want to end the preheating, press the
Stop/Reset pad.
OAlways ventilate when performing a blank baking.
OThere is no food sanitation issues even if you use the oven without performing a
blank baking first.
Panasonic Corporation makes no warranties of any kind, either express or
implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a
particular purpose, of title, or of non-infringement of third party rights. Use of the
product by a user is at the user's risk. All cooking settings are for guidance only
and should be altered depending on the initial state, temperature, moisture and
type of food. Depending on the characteristics of the food, cooking times and
power levels may need to be adjusted. Prior to service of food ensure it has
reached a safe temperature.
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