Sharp R409yva Manual

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN.
 CONTENTS
•	 For	Customer	Assistance	.....		2
•	 Precautions	to	Avoid	Possible	
	 Exposure	to	Excessive	
	 Microwave	Energy		....................			2
•	 Consumer	Limited	Warranty	.......................	3
•	 Product	Information	Card	 ...........................	3
•	 Important	Safety	Instructions	.....................	4
•	 Federal	Communication	Commission	Radio	
	 Frequency	Interference	Statement		............									5
•	 Grounding	Instructions		 ..............................	5
•	 Installation	Guide		........................................	 							6	
•	 Specifications		..............................................	 							7
•	 Features	Diagram		........................................	 				8-9
•	 Operation	Procedure		..................................							10
•	 Controls		 .......................................................		11-19
•	 Care	of	Your	Microwave	Oven		 ...................		20-21
•	 Questions	and	Answers		 .............................							22
•	 Cooking	Instructions		 ..................................		23-33
MODELS
R-409Y*A
* letter indicating color
K = black, W = white, V = silver
MICROWAVE OVEN
OPERATION MANUAL
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IMPORTANT!	Register	within	10	days	of	purchase.
Register	ONLINE	at	www.sharpusa.com/productregistration
To aid in reporting this microwave oven in case of loss or theft, please record below the model number and serial 
number located on the unit. We also suggest you record all the information listed and retain for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER _______________________ SERIAL NUMBER _____________
DATE OF PURCHASE ______________________
DEALER   ___________________________ TELEPHONE ________________ 
SERVICER ___________________________ TELEPHONE ________________ 
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.
TO PHONE: 
 DIAL	1-800-BE-SHARP	(	237-4277	)	for	:
    SERVICE (for your nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer)
   PARTS (for your authorized parts distributor)
   ADDITIONAL CUSTOMER INFORMATION   
	 DIAL		1-800-642-2122	for	:  
   ACCESSORIES and COOKBOOK
TO WRITE:
   Sharp Electronics Corporation
   Attn: Customer Assistance Center
   Sharp Plaza Blvd
  Memphis, Tennessee 38193
TO ACCESS INTERNET: www.sharpusa.com
Please provide the following information when you write or call: model number, serial number, date of purchase, 
your complete mailing address (including zip code), your daytime telephone number (including area code) and 
description of the problem.
FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
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SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand 
product (the “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and 
materials, and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or 
part thereof with a new or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the 
period(s) set forth below.
This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the Product nor to the additional excluded item(s) 
set forth below nor to any Product the exterior of which has been damaged or defaced, which has been 
subjected to improper voltage or other misuse, abnormal service or handling, or which has been altered or 
modified in design or construction.
In order to enforce the rights under this limited warranty, the purchaser should follow the steps set forth below 
and provide proof of purchase to the servicer.
The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to pur-
chasers by law. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY 
AND FITNESS FOR USE ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD(S) FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET 
FORTH BELOW. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above 
limitation may not apply to you.
Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties other 
than those described herein, or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time period described 
herein on behalf of Sharp.
The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be 
the sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser. Correction of defects, in the manner and for the 
period of time described herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities and responsibilities of 
Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the Product, and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether 
based on contract, negligence, strict liability or otherwise. In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way 
responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs 
performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer. Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible 
for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage. Some states do not allow the exclusion 
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY (50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF 
COLUMBIA AND PUERTO RICO.
Your	Product	Model	Number	&	
Description:R-409YSA Home Use Carousel Microwave Oven. (Be sure to have 
this information available when you need service for your Product.)
Warranty	Period	for	this	Product:One (1) year parts and labor. The warranty period continues for an 
additional four (4) years, for a total of five (5) years, with respect to the 
magnetron tube in the Product for parts only; labor and service are not 
provided free of charge for this additional period.
Additional	Item(s)	Excluded	from	
Warranty	Coverage	(if	any):Non-functional accessories, turntable and light bulb. 
Where	to	Obtain	Service:	From a Sharp Authorized Servicer located in the United States.
To find the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer, call Sharp 
toll free at 1-800-BE-SHARP (1-800-237-4277).
What	to	do	to	Obtain	Service:	Ship prepaid or carry in your Product to a Sharp Authorized Servicer.
Be sure to have Proof of Purchase available. If you ship the Product, 
be sure it is insured and packaged securely.
TO OBTAIN SUPPLY, ACCESSORY OR PRODUCT INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-BE-SHARP OR VISIT www.sharpusa.com.SAVE THE PROOF OF PURCHASE AS IT IS NEEDED SHOULD YOUR OVEN EVER REQUIRE WARRANTY SERVICE.
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY
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When	using	electrical	appliances,	basic	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:
11.  Read all instructions before using the appliance.
12. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO  
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE 
MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 2.
13.  This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to 
properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING 
INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 5.
14.  Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with 
the provided installation instructions.
15.  Some products such as whole eggs and sealed 
containers - for example, closed glass jars are able to 
explode and should not be heated in this oven.
16.  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.
17.  As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary 
when used by children.
18. 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.
19.  This appliance should be serviced only by qualified 
service personnel. 
    Contact nearest authorized service facility for 
examination, repair or adjustment.
10. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance. 
11.  Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this 
product near water — for example, near a kitchen 
sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or 
similar locations.
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 table or counter.
15.   Either.
 a)  When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that   
comes together on closing the door, use only mild,  
non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a  
sponge or soft cloth., or
  b)   See door surface cleaning instructions on page 20.
16. 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 materials inside the oven  ignite, 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.
17.   Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be 
overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing 
to be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid. Visible 
bubbling or boiling when the container is removed 
from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS 
COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS 
SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOON OR 
OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. 
	 To	reduce	the	risk	of	injury	to	persons:
  a) Do not overheat the liquid.
  b)  Stir the liquid both before and halfway through  
heating it.
  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.
  e)   Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other  
utensil into the container.
18. Do not use this microwave oven to heat corrosive 
chemicals (for example, sulfides and chlorides). 
Vapors from such corrosive chemicals may interact 
with the contact and springs of the safety interlock 
switches thereby rendering them inoperable.
19.  Keep the waveguide cover clean at all times.  
Wipe the oven interior with a soft damp cloth after 
each use. If you leave grease or fat anywhere in the 
cavity it may overheat, smoke or even catch fire when 
next using the oven.
20.  Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as you cannot 
control the temperature and doing so may lead to 
overheating and fire.
21.   Do not operate the oven without the glass tray in 
place. Be sure it is properly sitting on the rotating base.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: 
This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in 
strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television 
reception. 
It has been type-tested and found to comply with limits for an ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC 
Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential 
installation.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. 
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by 
turning the equipment  off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more 
of the followings.
          • Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
          • Relocate the Microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
          • Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
          •  Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven and receiver are on different  
 branch circuits. 
THE MANUFACTURER is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by 
UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to correct 
such interference.
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, the grounding plug reduces the risk of 
electric shock by providing an escape wire for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a 
grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and 
grounded.
WARNING: 
Improper use of the grounding can result in a risk of electric shock.
Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if 
doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded, and either :
(1)   
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 appliance. The marked rating of the extension  
 cord shall be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.           
 or
(2)  
Do not use an extension cord, if the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or  
 serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.
WARNING: 
Do not cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord under any circumstances.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION 
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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1.   Examine	the	oven	after	unpacking.
 Check for damage such as a misaligned door, broken door or dent in the cavity. 
 If any damage is visible, DO NOT INSTALL, and notify your dealer immediately.
2 . Level,	flat	location.
 Install the microwave oven on a level, flat surface.
3 . Ventilation.
    Do not block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat and eventually cause a 
failure. 
  For proper ventilation, allow 3 inches of space between oven top, sides, rear and adjacent surfaces.
4 . Away	from	radio	and	TV	sets.
 Poor television reception and radio interference may result if the oven is located close to a TV, radio, antenna, 
feeder, etc.  
 Place the oven as far from them as possible.
5 . Away	from	heating	appliances	and	water	taps.
 Keep the oven away from heat, steam or splashing liquids. These things can adversely affect oven wiring and 
contacts.
6 . Power	supply.
 •  Check your local power source.                
 
This microwave oven requires a current of approximately 13 amperes, 120Volts, 60Hz and a grounded outlet.
1.  
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks of the user  becoming entangled in or tripping over  
 a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
3.   If a long cord or extension cord is used:
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The  marked  electrical  rating  of  the  cord  set  or  extension  cord  should  be  at  least  as  great  as  the  electrical  
 rating of the oven.
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The extension cord must be a grounding type 3-wire cord.
•  
The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape the table top or counter where it can be pulled  
 on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
7.  The	minimum	height	of	free	space	necessary	above	the	top	surface	of	the	oven	is	about	4	inches.
When	use	3-pronged	plug	
3-prong Receptacle
Receptacle 
Box cover
3-prong plug
When	use	grounding	adaptor,	make	sure	
the	receptacle	box	is	fully	grounded.
Receptacle Box Cover
Receptacle 
GroundingLead
GroundingAdaptor
“THE CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE DOES NOT ALLOW THE USE OF THE GROUNDING ADAPTOR”
INSTALLATION GUIDE
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SPECIFICATIONS
15.4
21.3
12.1
POWER SUPPLY120V AC, 60Hz SINGLE PHASE WITH
GROUNDING
MICROWAVE
INPUT POWER1500 W
ENERGY OUTPUT1000 W
FREQUENCY2,450MHz
OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS (W x H x D)21.3 x 12.1 x 15.4 in.
CAVITY DIMENSIONS (W x H x D)15.1 x 9.8 x 14.7 in.
CAVITY VOLUME1.3 cu.ft
NET WEIGHTAPPROX. 30.9 lbs.
TIMER59 min. 99 sec.
POWER SELECTIONS10 Levels
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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1	Door	latch	-	When the door is closed, it will  
automatically shut off. If the door is opened 
while the oven is operating, the magnetron 
will automatically shut off.
2	Door	 seal	-	The door seal surfaces prevent 
microwaves escaping from the oven cavity.
3	Oven	cavity
4	Oven 	lamp 	-	Automatically turns on during 
oven operating.
5	Safety	interlock	system	
6	Control	panel
7	Door	 open	button	 -	To open the door push 
the door open button.
8	Waveguide	 cover	-	Protects the microwave 
outlet from splashes of cooking foods.
9	Roller	 guide	-	This must always be used for 
cooking together with the glass cooking tray.
0	Coupler 	-	This fits over the shaft in the 
center of the oven cavity floor.
  This is to remain in the oven for all cooking.
q	Glass	 cooking	 tray	-	Made of special heat 
resistant glass. The tray must always be in 
proper position before operating. Do not 
cook food directly on the tray.
w	Viewing	screen	-	Allows viewing of food.
 The screen is designed so that light can 
pass through, but not the microwave.
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FEATURES DIAGRAM
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1	DISPLAY	-	Cooking time, power level,  
 indicators and current time are displayed.
2	ONE	TOUCH 	COOK	-	Used to cook or  
 reheat specific quantites of food.
3	DEFROST	-	Used to defrost foods for time.
4	POWER	-	Used to set power level.
5	MORE	-	Press to add an extra cooking time 
during working.
6	LESS	 -	Press to subtract an extra cooking  
 time during working.
7	AUTO	 DEFROST	-	Press to select DEFROST  
feature by weight.
8	TIME 	SET 	Pad 	-	Used to set the cooking  
 time and the current time.
9	 EXPRESS	 COOK	-	Used to set a cooking  
 time quickly.
0	KITCHEN	 TIMER	-	Used as a minute timer,  
 delay cooking, hold setting after cooking.
q	CLOCK	-	Used to set clock.
w	STOP 	/	 CLEAR 	-	Used to stop the oven 
operation or to delete the cooking data.
e	START	 /	+30	 SEC	-	Used to start the oven 
and also used to set a reheat time.
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FEATURES DIAGRAM
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Plug power supply cord into a standard 3-pronged 
13 Amp, 120V AC 60Hz power outlet.
After placing the food in a suitable container, open 
the oven door and put it on the glass tray.  
The glass tray and roller guide must always be in 
place during cooking.
Close the door. Make sure that it is firmly closed.
The oven light is on when the microwave oven is 
operating.
The oven door can be opened at any time during 
operation by pushing the door open button of 
control panel. The oven will automatically shut off.
Each time a pad is touched, a BEEP will sound to 
acknowledge the touch.
The oven automatically cooks on full power 
unless set to a lower power level.
The display will show “ : 0” when the oven is 
plugged in.
 
Time clock returns to the present time when the 
cooking time ends.
When the STOP/CLEAR pad is touched during the 
oven operation, the oven stops cooking and all 
information retained. To erase all information(except 
the present time), touch the  STOP/CLEAR pad once 
more. If the oven door is opened during the oven 
operation, all information is retained.
If the START pad is touched and the oven does not 
operate, check the area between the door and door 
seal for obstructions and make sure the door is 
closed securely.  The oven will not start cooking until 
the door is completely closed or the program has 
been reset.
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Make sure the oven is properly installed and 
plugged into the electrical outlet.
WATTAGE OUTPUT CHART
•  
The power-level is set by touching the Power pad. The chart shows the display, the power level and the  
 percentage of power.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
This section includes useful information about oven operation.
TOUCH THE POWER PADPOWER LEVEL (DISPLAY)APPROXIMATE PERCENTAGE OF POWER
onceP-HI100%
twiceP-9090%
3 timesP-8080%
4 timesP-7070%
5 timesP-6060%
6 timesP-5050%
7 timesP-4040%
8 timesP-3030%
9 timesP-2020%
10 timesP- 1010 %
11 timesP-000%
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