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Owner’s Manual Microwave Oven Household Use Only SG 448S Model No. NN- NN-SG458S READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN. For assistance, please contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.ca/english/support (Canada only) Printed in China Panasonic Canada Inc., 2019...
(c) DO NOT operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (con�nued) 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (con�nued) 3. DO NOT dry clothes, newspapers or other 2. DO NOT operate the oven without the Glass Tray fully materials in the oven, or use newspaper or engaged on the drive hub. Improper cooking or damage to paper bags for cooking.
RADIO INTERFERENCE 1. Opera�on of the microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV or similar equipment. 2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the following measures: (a) Clean door and sealing surface of the oven. (b) Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
Using a lower voltage will cause slow cooking. In the event of an electrical 3-Pronged Plug Panasonic is NOT responsible for any damages resulting from the short circuit, grounding use of the oven with any voltage other than specified.
IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ Child-safety Electronic Door Lock Feature Your microwave oven is equipped with an electronic child-safety function, to be more precise: the door lock function, which enables the oven door to be “locked” so that children or anyone unfamiliar with it cannot operate it accidentally. Distinguishing from that of child safety lock, the door lock does not lock access to the microwave function, it simply prevents burning by opening the door accidentally.
Installation Examine Your Oven Installation Unpack oven, remove all packing material and examine the oven for DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door. oven may overheat.
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Food Preparation (continued) 3) DEEP FAT FRYING 8) THERMOMETERS • DO NOT deep fat fry in your microwave oven. Cooking oils • DO NOT use a conventional meat may burst into flames and may cause damage to the oven and thermometer in may result in burns.
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Cookware Guide This section answers the question, “Can I use in the Microwave?” Aluminum Foil Glass Jars Check Microwave Safe manufacturers’ directions for recommended uses. Some microwave safe It is not recommended No. Most glass jars are not plastic containers are not suitable for cooking to use.
Location of Controls Stop/Reset Pad is pressed once Auto Defrost Pad External Air Vent during oven operation, Start (See page 14) Internal Air Vent Pad must be pressed again to Serving/Weight Pad (See page 15) Door Safety Lock System restart oven. Quick 30 Pad (See page 13) Exhaust Air Vent 31 Door Open Pad (See page 6 )
Operation Setting the Clock Setting the Child Cooking Using the Microwave for the First Time Safety Lock Display Window Plug into a properly grounded electrical outlet. The oven automatically defaults to the If cooking at high power (10), imperial measure system When the time of day appears skip to step 2.
Operation (continued) Setting a Standing Cooking (continued) Setting a Delayed Time Start Some recipes call for a standing The start time can be delayed time after cooking. To do this, to start cooking at a later time. repeat steps 1 and 2 in the To do this, first press Cooking section on previous Timer .
Operation (continued) Quick 30 Popcorn (Set or add cooking time in (Example: To pop 3.5 oz (100 g). of popcorn) 30 seconds increments) NOTES: Pop one bag at a time. Place bag in oven according to manufacturers’ directions. Start with popcorn at room Press Popcorn until the desired temperature.
Operation (continued) Auto Conversion Defrosting Tips & Techniques Defrost Follow the chart to convert Preparation For Freezing: 5. Drain liquids during defrosting. ounces or hundredths of a 1. Freeze meats, poultry, and fish in 6. Turn over (invert) items during packages with only one or two defrosting.
Operation (continued) Auto Cook Auto Reheat NOTES: NOTES: 1. After having used the Auto 1. After having used the Auto Cook feature a few times, you Reheat feature a few times, you may decide you would prefer may decide you would prefer your food cooked to a different your food cooked to a different doneness –...
Operation (continued) Auto Cook Chart the Timer Setting See the chart below for Auto Cook categories. Recipe Serving/Weight Hints 1-3 cups 1.Beverages This feature allows you to reheat 1 cup (250 ml) (250, 500,750 ml) 2 cups (500 ml) or 3 cups(750ml) of room temperature beverages without setting power and time.
Food Characteristics Food Characteristics Covering As with conventional cooking, moisture evaporates during microwave Bone and Fat cooking. Casserole lids or plastic wrap are used for a tighter seal. When using Both bone and fat affect cooking. Bones may cause plastic wrap, vent the plastic wrap by folding back part of the plastic wrap irregular cooking.
RUSTING OR ARCING AND DAMAGE TO THE OVEN. AFTER USE, WIPE DRY ALL SURFACES, INCLUDING VENT OPENINGS, OVEN SEAMS, AND UNDER GLASS TRAY. Shop Accessories Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.panasonic.ca/english/support Parts Available to Order:...
Before Requesting Service See below before calling for service, as most problems can easily be remedied by following these simple solutions: Some radio and TV interference might occur when you cook with the microwave The oven causes TV oven. This interference is similar to the interference caused by small appliances interference.
One (1) year This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.
Specifications Power Source ............................................120 VAC , 60 Hz Power Consumption ....................................... 1 Amps, 1, 0 W Cooking Power* ............................................... 00 W x 11 ” ” ” Outside Dimensions (W x H x D) ..................................19 ⁄ ⁄...
You should note the model number and the serial number of this oven in the space provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase for future reference. Model No. Serial No. Date of Purchase Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, ON L2W 2T3...