Panasonic NNA724MBBPQ Operations Instructions

CHAOSCHAOSDEFROSTNNA774For Models:NNA754NNA724NNA714Cookery Book& Operating InstructionsMicrowave

8Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook and reheat foodsince early experiments with RADAR in World War II. Microwaves arepresent in th

9General GuidelinesPIERCINGThe skin ormembrane onsome foods willcause steam tobuild up duringcooking. Thesefoods must bepierced or astrip of skinshoul

10DISH SIZEFollow the dish sizes given inthe recipes, as these affect thecooking and reheating times. Aquantity of food spread in abigger dish cooks a

11Containers to useWhen unsure that a cooking containeris suitable for use in your microwave,check by the following test:1. Fill a microwave safe meas

12PLASTICMany plastic containers are designed for microwave use, but do not use for cookingfoods high in sugar or fat or for foods that require long c

ozlbPasta/CasseroleDelay/StandClockStop/CancelStart1min1h10min10secdownupMicro PowerGrill 1-2-3ConvectionTurbo-BakeCombinationChicken/MeatPizzaPotatoe

14NN-A754/A724/A774/A714*Let’s Start to Use your Oven1 Plug inPlug into a 13 amp fused electrical socket. You will be reminded toread your operating i

10min1min10sec1h10min1min10sec1h15●Press Clock Pad“SET TIME” will appear in the display window,and the colon starts to blink.●Press Time PadsEnter tim

16Microwave Cooking and DefrostingACCESSORY TO USE:When using your oven on MICROWAVEonly, the glass turntable provided mustalways be in position. DO N

17This feature allows you to defrost minced meat, chops, chicken portions, meat joints and bread.The CHAOS defrost pad should be pressed to select the

Standard Conversion ChartWeight1/2oz – 15g1oz – 25g2oz – 50g3oz – 75g4oz – 100g5oz – 150g6oz – 175g7oz – 200g8oz – 225g9oz – 250g10oz – 275g11oz – 300

181 Check foods duringdefrosting. Foods vary intheir defrosting speed.2 It is not necessary to cover the food.3 Always turn or stir the food especiall

19Meat Defrosting Time Method Standing TimeBeef/Lamb/ 14-16 mins. Place in a suitable dish or on an upturned 60 mins.Pork Joint 450g (1lb) saucer or

20Using the Delay/Stand FeatureThe Delay/Stand Pad is used as a timing pad either before, during or after a cooking program. When the Delay/Stand Pad

21Grilling• Select Grill power.Press once for Grill 1 (High), twice for Grill 2 (Medium) or three times for Grill 3 (Low).The grill symbol will

Place food on High Rack on the MetalTray on the Turntable.The High Rack will allow fat to dripthrough into the Metal Tray to reduceexcess splatter and

23Convection CookingYour Dimension 4 Combination Oven can be used as a conventional oven using the CONVECTION mode which incorporates aheating element

24Convection CookingWhen using the convection oven the Glass Turntable should be in position and must have the Metal Tray placed on top.Roasting Meat:

25TURBO-BAKE CookingThe oven can be programmed to cook or reheat food by the grill and the convection oven working simultaneously, to give foodsthat e

26TURBO-BAKE CookingWhen using TURBO-BAKE the Glass Turntable should be in position and must have the Metal Tray placed on top,unless otherwise stated

27Combination CookingYour oven has three methods of cooking by Combination.1. Convection and Microwave 2. Grill and Microwave 3. TURBO-BAKE and Microw

1Welcome to Panasonic Microwave CookingDear Owner,Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven.Even if this is not your first microwave oven, d

28Combination 1. Convection and MicrowaveThis is the most popular combination mode combining convection heat with microwave power. Casseroles, meat jo

29Combination 1. Convection and Microwave• Food is usually cooked UNCOVERED.• After cooking it is important that the accessories are removed for clean

30Combination 2. Grill and MicrowaveThis Combination mode is suitable forfoods which are normally grilled and forreheating small savoury items.Do not

31Combination 2. Grill and Microwave• Food is always cooked UNCOVERED.• To turn food just press the door release pad, remove the Metal Tray and High R

32Combination 3. TURBO-BAKE and MicrowaveThis Combination mode is very useful for foods which require quick browning or crisping.Unsuitable foods are

TURBO-BAKE Grill Microwave Power Use(Oven temp)220°C 1 WARM Small items normally grilled220°C 2 WARM As above but denser items220°C/230°C 3 LOW Reheat

34Auto Weight Cook Programs• Select the desired Auto Weightprogram, by pressing the pad.The pad can be pressed once ortwice to select one of the twop

This program is for reheating a chilledcurry convenience meal that can bestirred.* Foods must be in a suitablemicrowaveable container and have thefilm

36To cook a joint of beef or lamb. Placejoint on low rack on metal tray and placeon glass turntable. Press pad twice.Enter the weight of the joint and

37Cooking and Reheating GuidelinesMost foods reheat very quickly in your oven by HIGH power. Meals can be broughtback to serving temperature in just m

2This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for yoursafety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should thefuse n

381000WEReheating ChartsThe times given in the charts below are a guideline only, and will vary depending on STARTING temperature, dish size etc.HEATI

39Reheating ChartsFoodWeight/ Power Time toInstructions/GuidelinesQuantity Level Select (approx)CANNED MEATHot Dogs (drained) 400 g HIGH 3 mins. Place

40Reheating ChartsFood Weight/ Power Time to Instructions/GuidelinesQuantity Level Select (approx)PASTRY PRODUCTS – PRECOOKED – N.B. Pastries reheated

41Reheating ChartsFoodWeight/ Power Time to Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Level Select (approx)PURCHASED CONVENIENCE F

42Cooking ChartsFoodWeight/ Choice of TimeInstructions/GuidelinesQuantity Cooking Modes (mins.)BREAD – FrozenPart-baked rolls 200 g (4) Combi: 230°C +

43Cooking ChartsFoodWeight/ Choice of TimeInstructions/GuidelinesQuantity Cooking Modes (mins.)BEEFBURGERS – Frozen from raw – Caution: Hot fat! Remov

on turntable. Turn halfway.Food Weight/ Choice of Time Instructions/GuidelinesQuantity Cooking Modes (mins.)EGGS – Scrambled.1 EggHIGH power 30 secsHI

45Cooking ChartsFISH - FROZEN from raw - For Guidelines see Fish Chapter page 52.Stir halfway.Weight/ Choice of TimeHaddock Fillets380 g (4)HIGH power

46Cooking ChartsPOINTS FOR CHECKINGAlways check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still r

FoodWeight/ Choice of TimeInstructions/Guidelines Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.)Porridge – N.B: Use a large bowl.1 cup

31. Examine Your OvenUnpack oven, remove all packing material, and examine the ovenfor any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks inthe d

FoodWeight/ Choice of TimeInstructions/Guidelines Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.)FRESH VEGETABLES – Place in shallow mi

49Increasing and Decreasing RecipesINCREASING RECIPES• To increase a recipe from 4 to 6 servings, increase eachingredient listed by half. To double th

50Soups and StartersIngredients25 g (1 oz) butter or margarine1 large onion, peeled and finely chopped675 g (11/2 lb) carrots, peeled and sliced4 sti

51Ingredients1 bag of young spinach leaves25 g (1 oz) butter2 garlic cloves, crushed450 g (1 lb) flat black mushrooms, finely chopped75 g (3 oz) fine

FISH52Stuffed Citrus Trout Serves 4Oven Accessory: glass turntable, metal tray and high rack1. Wash the fish and pat dry. Fill the fish cavities with

53Ingredients100 g (4 oz) broccoli100 g (4 oz) cauliflower1 medium red pepper, diced198 g (7 oz) can salmon, drained25g (1 oz) butter30 ml (2 tbsp) p

54Ingredients50 g (2 oz) butter50 g (2 oz) flour450 ml (3/4 pt) milk100 g (4 oz) Cheddar cheese, gratedsalt and pepperpinch grated nutmeg450 g (1 lb)

55MEAT AND POULTRYMeat and PoultryDEFROSTED JOINTSIf the meat has previously been frozen,ensure it is properly thawed before cookingby microwave. Defr

MEAT AND POULTRY56Ingredients4 chicken portions approx. 1.2 kg (21/2 lb) inweight5 ml (1 tsp) mixed herbssalt and pepper100 g (4 oz) streaky bacon100

57MEAT AND POULTRYIngredients1 kg (21/2 lb) pork spare ribs300 ml (1/2 pt) water225 g (8 oz) can crushed pineapple150 ml (1/4 pt) HP Fruity Sauce15 ml

1. ServiceWHEN YOUR OVEN REQUIRES ASERVICE call your local Panasonicengineer (Customer Care Centre on08705 357357 can recommend anengineer). It is haz

58Ingredients675 g (11/2lb) braising steak, cubed3 large onions, sliced thinly1 clove garlic, crushed30 ml (2 tbsp) seasoned flour15 ml (1 tbsp) brown

59MEAT AND POULTRYIngredients1 onion, diced1 clove garlic, crushed15 ml (1 tbsp) oil397 g (14 oz) can chopped tomatoes15 ml (1 tbsp) tomato puree5 ml

60Ingredients600 g (11/4lb) braising steak, cubed45 ml (3 tbsp) seasoned flour600 ml (1 pt) hot beef stock45 ml (3 tbsp) tomato puree30 ml (2 tbsp) pa

61PASTA, RICE AND BEANSIngredients100 g (4 oz) green lentils15 ml (1 tbsp) oil1 large onion, sliced5 ml (1 tsp) grated root ginger1 garlic clove, crus

62Ingredients1 aubergine2 leeks1 red, 1 green pepper1 onion1 clove of garlic45 ml (3 tbsp) olive oil225 g (8 oz) pasta shapes225 g (8 oz) fresh spinac

63Ingredients25 g (1 oz) butter25 ml (11/2tbsp) flour150 ml (1/4pt) milk3 eggs, separatedsalt and pepper75 g (3 oz) cheese, gratedBaked Soufflé Serves

64Ingredients225 g (8 oz) shortcrust pastry1 medium onion, chopped15 ml (1 tbsp) oil6 streaky bacon rashers, or100 g (4 oz) ham cut into strips2 eggs1

65• Root vegetables. i.e. carrots, swede,should be cut into slices, strips or cubes.• Do not mix fresh and frozen vegetablesas the cooking times may b

VEGETABLES AND VEGETARIAN66Ingredients1large onion, chopped25 g (1 oz) butter1 clove of garlic, crushed225 g (8 oz) each of diced carrots,diced leeks,

67Ingredients1 cauliflower, trimmed90 ml (6 tbsp) water25 g (1 oz) butter25 g (1 oz) flour3 ml (1/2tsp) French mustard300 ml (1/2pt) milkseasoning to

51. Do not operate the oven without the Roller Ring and GlassTurntable in place.2. Only use the Glass Turntable specifically designed for this oven.Do

68Ingredients100 g (4 oz) butter225 g (8 oz) plain flour50 g (2 oz) finely grated Parmesan1 red and 1 yellow pepper, diced into 4 cmpieces2 medium cou

69SaucesCONTAINER SIZEAlways use a container or jug at least twicethe capacity of the sauce, to avoid boilingover.COVERINGDO NOT cover sauces when coo

70PastryIngredients1 small potato, thinly sliced200 g (7 oz) puff pastry1 small onion, slicedsmall apple, peeled, cored and slicedsalt and pepper to t

71Ingredients225 g (8 oz) ready made shortcrust pastry Filling:45 ml (3 tbsp) cornflour150 ml (1/4pt) water2 lemons, juice and grated rind of100 g (4

72Ingredients150 g (5 oz) self-raising flourpinch of salt50 g (2 oz) caster sugar50 g (2 oz) suet1 egg150 ml (1/4 pt) milk30 ml (2 tbsp) jam or golden

73Ingredients6 slices of bread, buttered and cut in halfdiagonally75 g (3 oz) mixed dried fruit450 ml (3/4pt) milk3 eggs25 g (1 oz) caster sugar3 ml (

74Baking GuidelinesCOVERINGJust as you wouldn’t cover a cake baked in atraditional oven, NEVER cover your cakes.DISH SIZE/SHAPEAlways use the exact di

75Ingredients50 g (2 oz) whole almonds, blanched andchopped, reserve 6 whole for decoration100 g (4 oz) currants100 g (4 oz) sultanas100 g (4 oz) rais

76PRESERVESIngredients450 g (1 lb) soft fruit, washed450 g (1 lb) caster sugar30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice5 ml (1 tsp) butterSoft Fruit Jam Makes approx

77Questions and AnswersTechnical SpecificationsBuilding-inYour OvenRated Voltage: 230-240 V 50 HzOperating Frequency: 2,450 MHzInput Power: Max 2770 W

6SafetyIf smoke or a fire occurs in the oven, press Stop/Cancel pad andleave the door closed in order to stifle any flames.Disconnect the power cord,

78Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment(private households)This symbol on the products and/or accompanying

PHONE OUR CUSTOMER CARECENTRE08705 357357For service or spares.Or order spares directon line atwww.panasonic.co.ukE00036R00BPM0304-0Printed in the UKF

79. Meat Thermometer.Use a meat thermometer to check thedegree of cooking of roasts and poultryonly when meat has been removed fromthe microwave. If u