SHARP Microwave Operation Manual
Summary
Introducing the reliable Over The Range Microwave for model series R-1500 through R-1506. This essential appliance cooks and reheats food with maximum safety and efficiency. The comprehensive manual guides new and existing owners through every feature, from basic reheating and defrosting to advanced Multi-Sequence Cooking. It provides detailed setup instructions, usage charts, cleaning guidelines, and critical safety precautions necessary for optimal performance in your kitchen.
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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 ...
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For Customer Assistance.......................... Special Features 22-27 Precautions to Avoid Possible Keep Warm Exposure to Excessive Popcorn Microwave Energy Hot Water Contents Reheat Center 23-24 C...
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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 an...
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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 exc...
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UNPACKING AND EXAMINING YOUR OVEN Open the bottom of the carton, bend the carton flaps back and tilt the oven over to rest on plasticfoam pad. Lift carton off oven and remove all packing materials, WA...
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3 ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. This oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is ...
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5 TOOLS RECOMMENDED FOR INSTALLATION Phillips Screwdriver Saw to cut exhaust opening Scissors (if needed) Electric Drill Pencil Protective Drop Cloth for product 1/2”, 5/8” and 3/32” Drill Bits Measur...
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7 PREPARATION OF THE OVEN 1. Turn oven on the side. See Figure 5. 2. Follow steps (A)-(D) to remove mounting plate from the back of the oven as shown in Figure 5. (A) Release mounting plate by pulling...
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8 VENTILATION SYSTEM (PREPARING OVEN FOR INSTALLATION) This Microwave Oven/Hood is designed for adaptation to three types of hood ventilation systems. Select the type required for your installation. R...
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(C) VERTICAL EXHAUST: OUTSIDE VENTILATION 1. Remove and save 2 screws from back edge and 3 screws from the top center of the Fan Cover Bracket. Remove Fan Cover Bracket by sliding it in the opposite d...
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9 OVEN INSTALLATION THIS OVEN CANNOT BE PROPERLY INSTALLED WITHOUT REFERRING TO THE MOUNTING INSTRUC- TIONS FOUND ON WALL AND TOP CABINET TEMPLATES. THE NEXT STEP IS TO READ AND FOLLOW MOUNTING INFORM...
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10 PREPARATION AND USE OF THE CARTON TO ASSIST IN THE INSTALLATION OF THE MICROWAVE OVEN Utilization of the carton may make installation easier. 1. Place carton upside down. See Figure 20. 2. Using cu...
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MOUNTING OVEN TO THE WALL Two people are recommended to attach the Microwave Oven/Hood to the Mounting Plate. 1. Thread the Power Supply Cord through the hole made in the bottom of the top cabinet. In...
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ABOUT YOUR OVEN This Operation Manual is valuable: read it carefully When using the oven at power levels below 100%, you and always save it for reference. may hear the magnetron cycling on and off. It...
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ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many becomes very hot should not be used. pieces already in your kitchen can be used success- fully in your new microwave oven...
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ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards Rearrange foods such as meatballs halfway outside of dish. through cooking both from top to bottom and from the center of t...
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FRONT VIEW BOTTOM VIEW (Front of Microwave) (Rear of Microwave) Oven door with see-through window FAN HI/LO pad Be careful with the edge of the oven door as it is Press the FAN HI/LO pad to turn on th...
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CONTROL PANEL Words in the lower portion of the display will light to indicate what function is in progress. Indicators Number next to the control panel illustration indicates pages on which there are...
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Before operating your new microwave oven make sure you read and understand this operation manual completely. Before the oven can be used, follow these procedures: 1. Plug in the oven. Close the door. ...
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TIME COOKING Suppose you want to defrost for 5 minutes at 30%. Your oven can be programmed for 99 minutes 99 seconds (99.99). Always enter the seconds after the minutes, even if they are both zeros. S...
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KEEP WARM POPCORN KEEP WARM allows you to keep food warm for 15 This setting works well with most brands of microwave minutes. popcorn. You may wish to try several and choose your favorite. Pop only o...
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REHEAT CENTER REHEAT CENTER automatically computes the correct warming and heating time and microwave power level CUPS2 for foods shown in the chart below. Repeat touching same number pad 2 to Suppose...
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REHEAT CENTER CHART (continued) 5. Dinner 1 plate Use this pad to reheat precooked foods from the refrigerator. Plate Place meaty portions and bulky vegetables to outside of plate. Cut large items lik...
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COOK CENTER COOK CENTER allows you to cook many of your NOTE: favorite foods by touching just one pad. 1. To increase quantity, touch chosen pad until num- Suppose you want to cook 3 medium baked pota...
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COOK CENTER CHART (continued) GROUND .3-2.0 lb Use this setting to cook ground beef or poultry as patties or in a casserole to MEAT be added to other ingredients. Place patties on a microwave-safe rac...
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DEFROST CENTER DEFROST CENTER automatically defrosts all the foods After defrost cycle ends, cover and let stand shown in the DEFROST CENTER CHART below. as indicated in chart below. Round the weight ...
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MULTIPLE SEQUENCE MORE OR LESS TIME COOKING ADJUSTMENT Your oven can be programmed for up to 3 automatic Should you discover that you like any of the Cook cooking sequences, switching from one power l...
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AUDIBLE SIGNAL LIGHT HI/LO ELIMINATION Press the LIGHT HI/LO pad one time for high, twice for low and three times to turn it off. If you wish to have the oven operate with no audible signals, touch TI...
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Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or leave the door open to inactivate the oven during cleaning. Exterior Waveguide Cover The outside surface is precoated steel and plastic. Clean The waveguid...
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CHARCOAL FILTER WORK LIGHT AND NIGHT LIGHT Charcoal Filter, Sharp part number RK-240 which was 1. To replace light bulbs, first disconnect power to the installed in your oven, is used for nonvented, r...
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Please check the following before calling for service: Place one cup of water in a glass measuring cup in the oven and close the door securely. Operate the oven for one minute at HIGH 100%. Does the o...
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REHEATING CHART START ING EM IME EMICROWAVE TEMPERATURE Plate of Food MED.-HIGH (70%) Meaty portions and bulky 1 serving of meat, Room temp. 11/2-2 3/4 min. vegetables to outside. 2 servings of vegeta...
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REHEATING CHART (continued) START ING EM IME EMICROWAVE TEMPERATURE Soup, Cream Refrigerated MEDIUM (50%) Cover. Stir after half the time. 1 cup Room temp. 2-5 1/2 min. 1 can (10 3/4 oz) 5-7 1/2 min. ...
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VEGETABLE COOKING CHART MICROWAVE IME STAND ING IME VEGETABLE AMOUNT COOK ING PROCEDURE AT IGH 100%) COVERED Artichokes 2 medium Trim and rinse. 5-8 min. 5 min. Fresh 2-qt casserole. 2 tbsp water. Cov...
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VEGETABLE COOKING CHART (continued) MICROWAVE IME STAND ING IME VEGETABLE AMOUNT COOK ING PROCEDURE AT IGH 100%) COVERED Peas, Green Fresh 2 cups 1-qt casserole. 1/4 cup water. 4-6 min. 3 min. Cover. ...
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Para mayor informacion y precauciones de seguridad, consulte el Manual de Operaciones. PONER LA HORA MANTENER ALIMENTO CALIENTE Si aparece 88:88 en la pantalla, primero oprima Pulse la tecla KEEP WARM...
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Continued from back cover. DEFROST CENTER DEFROST CENTER CHART For example, quickly touch STEAKS STEAKS/CHOPS pad 4 times x 4 CHOPS GROUND MEAT .5 - 2.0 lb for 2.0 lb. Touch START pad. START STEAKS/CH...
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H G For more complete information and safety precautions, refer to your Operation Manual. SET CLOCK KEEP WARM If 88:88 is in the display, first touch STOP/CLEAR. Touch KEEP WARM pad to KEEP keep food ...
Manual Details
| Brand | Sharp |
|---|---|
| Pages | 40 |
| File Size | 1.22 MB |
| Published | May 29, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What must I do about the oven door seals?
Do not allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
Are there any safety features regarding operation?
Open-door operation can result in harmful exposure; always ensure the door closes properly and that hinges/latches are undamaged.
Who should service this microwave oven?
The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.
How do I find customer assistance for parts?
Dial 1-800-BE-SHARP (237-4277) for parts from your authorized parts distributor.