Panasonic NN-CS894S Operations Instructions

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.Model No. NN-CS894SOperating Instructions and

– 8 –Feature DiagramFlat TableIf the À at table is hot, allow cooling down before cleaningDo not directly place the food on the À at table. Place it o

– 98 –Vegetable VarietiesFresh VegetablesPlace vegetables in a casserole dish. Add 2 to 3 tablespoon of water per 500 g of vegetables. Add salt to wat

– 99 –Vegetable VarietiesCooking Fresh Vegetables by Micro PowerVegetables should be covered and cooked on 1000 W for best results. Weights given are

– 100 –Vegetable VarietiesQUINOA TABBOULEH WITH MINTServes: 6 to 8Ingredients:300 g quinoa2 courgettes300 g frozen peas1 bunch of mint100 ml ol

– 101 –Vegetable VarietiesCHEESY MASHED POTATOES Serves: 4Ingredients:500 g potatoes, peeled and quartered¼ cup water¼ cup milk1 tablespoon butter

– 102 –Vegetable VarietiesPOTATO WEDGES Serves: 4Ingredients:500 g potatoes oil, for brushingMethod:1. Cut potatoes into wedges. Place on glass shel

– 103 –Vegetable VarietiesTOMATO AND ONIONServes: 4Ingredients:600 g (approx. 3) tomatoes, thinly sliced1 onion, thinly sliced½ teaspoon basil sal

– 104 –Vegetable VarietiesBROCCOLI AND CHEESE SAUCE Serves: 2 to 3Ingredients:250 g broccoli, washed, trimmed and cut into pieces2 tablespoon waterC

– 105 –Vegetable VarietiesCREAMED SPINACHServes: 4Ingredients:1 bunch spinach, roughly chopped4 green onions, ¿ nely chopped1 clove garlic, crushed2

– 106 –Rice, Pasta and CerealDirections for Cooking Rice and Other Grains by MicrowaveFollow directions in chart on page 107 for recommended dish size

– 107 –Rice, Pasta and CerealMACARONI AND CHEESE Serves: 4 to 6Ingredients:60 g butter2 onions, ¿ nely chopped2 tablespoon À our2 cups milk1 cup

– 9 –Feature Diagram (continued)Oven Light:Oven Light will turn on during cooking and also when door is opened.NOTE:The above illustration is for refe

– 108 –Rice, Pasta and CerealSPICY TUNA PASTA BAKE Serves: 4Ingredients:250 g fusilli1 litre boiling water5 ml olive oil 1 red and 1 yellow pepper,

– 109 –Rice, Pasta and CerealCREAMY SUN-DRIED TOMATO PENNE Serves: 4Ingredients:250 g penne5 cups boiling water½ cup sliced ham ¼ cup grated parmes

– 110 –Rice, Pasta and CerealLENTIL BIRYANIServes: 4 to 6Ingredients:450 g basmati rice15 ml oil1 large onion, sliced5 ml root ginger, grated1 gar

– 111 –Cakes, Slices and BiscuitsCELEBRATION CAKE Serves: 8Ingredients:200 g butter or margarine200 g dark muscovado sugar4 eggs, beaten200 g plain

– 112 –Cakes, Slices and BiscuitsSTEAMED VANILLA SPONGE WITH CUSTARD Serves: 6 to 8Ingredients250 g butter, Plus extra for greasing250 g caster sugar

– 113 –Cakes, Slices and BiscuitsFAIRY CUP CAKE Makes: 6Ingredients:60 g brown sugar60 g egg (beaten)certain amount dried raisinA: 70 g plain À our20

– 114 –Cakes, Slices and BiscuitsFRUITY SWISS ROLL Container: Mental tray (lower shelf).Ingredients:150 g egg60 g castor sugar (sieved)a little vani

– 115 –Cakes, Slices and BiscuitsLACE BISCUITS Makes: 18 to 20 biscuitsIngredients:2 tablespoon liquid glucose¼ cup brown sugar60 g butter, meltedѿ

– 116 –Cakes, Slices and BiscuitsHONEY OATY SLICE Makes: 27 × 17 cm Swiss roll panIngredients:1 cup rolled oats1 cup plain À our¾ cup coconut¾ cup

– 117 –Cakes, Slices and BiscuitsMUESLI SLICEMakes : 20 squaresIngredients:125 g butter1 cup brown sugar3 tablespoon honey2 cups natural muesli1 cu

– 10 –Control PanelStart keyOne touch allows oven to begin functioning. If door is opened or Stop/Reset key is touched once during oven operation, Sta

– 118 –Desserts and PastriesCHRISTMAS PUDDINGServes: 6 to 8Ingredients:1 cooking apple, peeled and grated1 carrot, peeled and grated1 orange, juice

– 119 –Desserts and PastriesSTICKY PUDDING WITH TOFFEE SAUCEServes: 4Ingredients:150 g fresh or ready to eat dates stoned and ¿ nely chopped50 g butt

– 120 –Desserts and PastriesVICTORIA SANDWICH Serves: 8Ingredients:175 g butter or margarine175 g caster sugar3 eggs175 g self-raising À ourMethod:1.

– 121 –Desserts and PastriesMANGO, PEAR & GINGER CRUMBLE Serves: 6Ingredients:450 g ripe pears, peeled and thinly sliced15 ml muscovado sugar2

– 122 –Desserts and PastriesAPPLE JALOUSIE Makes: 2 slicesIngredients:3 cooking apples, peeled and sliced thinly¼ teaspoon cinnamon pinch nutmeg2 s

– 123 –Desserts and PastriesRED FRUIT COMPOTEServes: 4Ingredients:225 g plums, halved225 g cherries, stoned225 g blueberries225 g strawberries225 g ra

– 124 –Desserts and PastriesLEMON MERINGUE PIE Serves: 6Ingredients:125 g butter250 g plain À our25 g icing sugar1 egg yolk30 ml waterFilling:60 g co

– 125 –Micro - Made ExtrasWHITE SAUCEServes: 500 mlIngredients:35 g butter35 g À our500 ml milk salt pepper grated nutmegMethod:1. Melt the butter

– 126 –Micro - Made ExtrasMINT SAUCEMakes: Approximately ѿ cupIngredients:1 tablespoon water1 tablespoon sugar2 tablespoon brown vinegar2 tablespoo

– 127 –Micro - Made ExtrasSTRAWBERRY JAMMakes: Approximately 1700 mlIngredients:1 kg strawberries, washed and cut1 kg caster sugar pectin if require

– 11 –Slider Bar FeaturesTIME SETTINGTo set cooking time or clock.POWER LEVEL/TEMPERATURE SETTINGTo set power level or temperature.WEIGHT SETTINGTo se

– 128 –Micro - Made ExtrasLEMON BUTTERMakes: 1 cupIngredients:½ cup lemon juice1 tablespoon lemon rindѿ cup sugar3 egg yolks1 tablespoon butter1 t

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– 12 –Let’s Start To Use Your Oven!1 Plug in.Plug into a properly earthed electrical outlet. “WELCOME TO PANASONIC MICROWAVE OVEN COOKING” appears in

– 13 –To Set ClockYou can use the oven without setting the clock.1 Tap twice.“SET TIME” appears in the display window. The colon and “+”/“-” starts

– 14 –Cooking ModesThe diagrams shown below are examples of the accessories. It may vary depending on recipe/dish used. Further information can be fou

– 15 –To Cook/Reheat/Defrost on Micro Power by Time SettingThis feature allows you to set the desired power and time for cooking by yourself.1 Touch

– 16 –Turbo DefrostThis feature allows you to defrost meat, poultry and seafood automatically by just setting the weight of the food.1 Touch once.To

– 17 –Defrosting Tips and TechniquesPreparation for Freezing:1. Heavy-duty plastic wraps, bags and freezer wrap are suitable.2. Freeze meats, poultr

We are glad you have chosen to purchase a PANASONIC microwave oven. Before operating this oven, please read these instructions carefully and completel

– 18 –To Cook on Grill by Time SettingThere are three power levels for grill. When grilling, heat is radiated from two heaters. It is especially suita

– 19 –To Cook on Crispy grill by Time SettingCrispy grill SettingThe crispy grill feature allows the upper and lower surfaces of food to be roasted by

– 20 –To Cook on Convection by Time SettingThe oven can be used as a conventional oven using the CONVECTION mode which incorporates a heating element

– 21 –To Cook on Convection by Time Setting (continued)For best results always place food in a preheated oven. With Preheating:1 Touch onceTouch to

– 22 –To Cook on Convection by Time Setting (continued)Guideline to Oven TemperaturesTemperature 40 °C is suitable for proving yeast dough. Ferment:1

– 23 –To Cook on Steam by Time SettingThe oven can be programmed as a steamer to cook vegetables, ¿ sh, chicken and rice. It can keep moisture of food

– 24 –To Cook Combine with Steam by time SettingCook combine with microwaveThis feature is a steam and microwave combined heating method by adjusting

– 25 –To Cook Combine with Steam by time Setting (continued)Cook combine with ConvectionThis feature is a steam and convection combined heating method

– 26 –To Cook Combine with Steam by time Setting (continued)3 Touch once.Touch the Set key to verify your desired temperature.4 Touch to preheatA

– 27 –Guidelines for Steam SettingGuidelines1. There is no microwave power on the STEAM only program.2. Use the accessories provided, as explained a

– 1 –Table of ContentsBefore OperationImportant Safety Instructions ...

– 28 –3-Stages SettingThis feature allows you to program 3 Stages of cooking continuously.E.g.: Continually set [600 W] 2 minutes, [Steam 2] 3 minutes

– 29 –To Cook using the Recipe StoreThis feature allows you to pre-program your oven for regular reheating or cooking tasks. You are able to preprogra

– 30 –To Cook Food Using Sensor Reheat/CookSensor Reheat/Cook allows you to cook foods without selecting times and power levels. The sensor detects th

– 31 –To Cook Food Using Sensor Reheat/Cook (continued)1. Sensor Reheat (uses microwave only)Reheating by Sensor is suitable for pre-cooked foods. The

– 32 –To Cook Food Using Steam Cook There are 2 way for you to steam some of your favourite foods by setting the weight only. One is steam only, the o

– 33 –To Cook Food Using Steam Cook (continued)Menu WeightAccessory and Recommended Container6. Fresh Vegetables (steam only)200 g250 g300 g--the glas

– 34 –To Cook Food Using Steam Cook (continued)6-7. Fresh Vegetables (uses steam only/uses steam + Micro)To steam fresh vegetables. Fill water tank.

– 35 –To Cook Food Using Auto CookThis feature allows you to cook most of your favourite foods by setting the weight only. The oven determines the pow

– 36 –For Menu with preheat, please operate as follows:1 Touch Once.2 Select desired menu.Tapping “+”/“-” or swipe the slider bar until the desired

– 37 –To Cook Food Using Auto Cook (continued)Menu WeightAccessory and Recommended Container22. Grill Chicken Pieces400 g(Econavi)600 g800 g1000 g--gr

– 2 –Important Safety InstructionsREAD CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCEPrecautions to be taken when using Microwave Ovens for Heating foodstuff

– 38 –22. Grill Chicken Pieces (uses crispy grill) Suitable for most cuts of chicken pieces. Each chicken pieces should weigh between 100-250 g each.

– 39 –31. Frozen Crispy Top (uses convection only)Use for heating and browning the top of frozen purchased savoury dishes like macaroni cheese, shephe

– 40 –To Cook Food Using Auto Cook Menu (continued)36. Cookie 2 Levels (uses convection only) Ingredient:Egg 75 gPlain À our 240 gButter 120 g (room

– 41 –Cleaning SettingDeodorization:This feature is suitable for cleaning the particular smell from the microwave oven. (30 minutes is needed)1 Touch

– 42 –Cleaning Setting (continued)System cleaningThe ¿ rst stage of this program cleans the system with a citric acid solution. The second stage runs

– 43 –Cleaning Setting (continued)Cavity cleaningThis feature is available when the cavity is built up with fat or grease (20 minutes is needed).1 Tou

– 44 –To Use TimerThis feature allows you to program standing after cooking is completed and to program the oven as a minute or 10 seconds timer or pr

– 45 –Care of your Microwave OvenTurn the oven off and remove the power plug from the wall socket before cleaning.Notes:1. When using the Grill, Conv

– 46 –Care of your Microwave Oven (continued)Cleaning the water tankClean with a soft sponge in water. Remove the water tank and clean the compartme

– 47 –PROBLEMPOSSIBLE CAUSEREMEDYDemonstration mode is designed for retail store display. Cooking and other functions will not operate during the demo

– 3 –Important Safety InstructionsInstallation and General InstructionsCircuitsYour microwave ovens should be operated on a separate circuit from othe

– 48 –Before Requesting Service (continued)THESE THINGS ARE NORMALThe oven causes interference with my TV.Some radio and TV interference might occur w

– 49 –Panasonic Warranty (for Australia)F0003BH70QP_OI.indd 49F0003BH70QP_OI.indd 49 2014/7/9 13:37:532014/7/9 13:37:53

– 50 –Panasonic Warranty (for New Zealand)F0003BH70QP_OI.indd 50F0003BH70QP_OI.indd 50 2014/7/9 13:37:542014/7/9 13:37:54

– 51 –Quick Guide to OperationFeature How to OperateTo Set Clock( page 13)Tap twice Touch onceSet time of day.To Set/Cancel Child Safety Lock( page 13

– 52 –Quick Guide to Operation (continued)To Use Convection( page 20-22)Once Set temperatureSet timeOnceOnceWithout Preheating:Once Set temperatureSet

– 53 –Quick Guide to Operation (continued)To Use Steam Plus( page 25-26)Once Set temperatureSet timeOnceOnceWithout Preheating:Once Set temperatureSe

– 54 –Quick Guide to Operation (continued)To Cook using Steam Cook.( page 32)Select weightOnceOnce Select menu OnceTo Cook using Auto Cook( page 35-36

– 55 –Microwave Recipe TechniquesMicrowaves penetrate the surface of the food to a depth of about two to three centimetres and then the heat is gradua

– 56 –Microwave Recipe TechniquesTechniques for PreparationCoveringCovering food minimizes the microwave cooking time. Because microwave cooking is do

– 57 –Microwave Recipe TechniquesMenu Planning for Microwave CookingHow to Keep Everything Hot at The Same TimePlan your meals so that the food will n

– 4 –11. If the base of the oven is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water.12. When using the CRISPY GRILL mode, never place any alumi

– 58 –Breakfast BasicsBACONServes: 1 to 2Ingredients:2 rashers baconMethod:1. Place rashers between two sheets of paper towel on a dinner plate. 2.

– 59 –Breakfast BasicsSCRAMBLED EGGSServes: 2Ingredients:2 × 60 g eggs2 tablespoon milk pinch saltMethod:1. In a 1-litre dish, beat eggs lightly wit

– 60 –Breakfast BasicsFRENCH TOAST Ingredients:1 bar french loaf70 g butter (melted)10 g garlic (chopped)3 g dried caraway a little saltMethod:1. C

– 61 –Soups, Snacks and StartersPEA AND HAM SOUPServes: 6Ingredients:2½ cups green split peas850 g smoked ham hock1 medium onion, chopped1 tablespo

– 62 –Soups, Snacks and StartersSHORT AND LONG SOUPServes: 4Ingredients:200 g fresh Singapore noodles12 (200 g) frozen mini dim sims4 green onions,

– 63 –Soups, Snacks and StartersPOTATO AND CORN SOUPServes: 6 to 8Ingredients:6 rashers bacon, rind removed1 onion, thinly sliced500 g potatoes, pe

– 64 –Soups, Snacks and StartersCRISPY FOCACCIA FINGERS Serves: 4 to 6Ingredients:1 focaccia bread (approximately 20 cm square)50 g butter, softened1

– 65 –Soups, Snacks and StartersCITY SPECIAL PIZZA Serves: 4Ingredients:325 g pizza base¼ cup tomato paste1 clove garlic, crushed100 g bacon100 g c

– 66 –Soups, Snacks and StartersZUCCHINI SLICEServes: 4 to 6Ingredients:4 rashers bacon, diced1 onion, diced2 cups grated zucchini2 cups grated car

– 67 –Soups, Snacks and StartersQUICHE LORRAINE Serves: 4 to 6Ingredients:Pastry:2 sheets ready rolled short crust pastryFilling:4 rashers bacon,

– 5 –Microwaves and How They WorkMicrowaves are a form of high frequency radio waves similar to those used by a radio, including AM, FM and CB. They a

– 68 –Soups, Snacks and StartersNACHOS SUPREMEServes: 4 to 6Ingredients:500 g topside mince1 onion, chopped35 g taco seasoning mix140 g tomato paste1

– 69 –Soups, Snacks and StartersSPINACH AND FILO PIE Serves: 4 to 6Ingredients:1 bunch spinach250 g fetta cheese4 eggs1 cup cream1 tablespoon À our½

– 70 –Fish and Shell¿ shSOY & HONEY SALMONServes: 4Ingredients:4 salmon ¿ llets, each 100 to 150 gMarinade15 ml honey30 ml dark soy sauce15 ml

– 71 –Fish and Shell¿ shSALMON WITH HOLLANDAISE SAUCEServes: 4Ingredients:4 salmon ¿ llets or steaks each 100 to 150 g30 ml white wineSauce3 egg yo

– 72 –Fish and Shell¿ shSALMON STEAMED WITH VANILLA Ingredients:3 pieces salmon ¿ sh (¿ shbone removed, approximately 80 g per piece)1 twig thyme1

– 73 –Fish and Shell¿ shCOCONUT FISH CURRYServes: 4 to 5Ingredients:1 onion1 red pepper200 ml coconut milk1 tomato1 tablespoon curry paste juice of

– 74 –Fish and Shell¿ shCREAMY COD & LEEK CHOWDERServes: 4Ingredients:500 g potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 cm cubes25 g butter2 large leeks, t

– 75 –Fish and Shell¿ shSTEAMED WHITEFISH WITH MUSHROOM Ingredients:2 pieces White¿ sh (¿ shbone removed, 80 g each piece)Assorted 60 g honshimeji

– 76 –Fish and Shell¿ shVANILLA SHRIMP GRILL Serves: 2Ingredients:320 g (15 pieces) shrimp2 pieces garlicA: moderate assorted vanilla1 piece rosema

– 77 –Fish and Shell¿ shSTEAMED PUMPKIN WITH SEAFOOD AND BUTTER Serves: 2Ingredients:120 g (6 pieces) shrimp100 g (6 pieces) scallop80 g pumpkin2

– 6 –Cookware and Utensils Guide PlasticPlastic dishes, cups and some freezer containers should be used with care in a microwave oven. Choose plastic

– 78 –Poultry CookingSeason as desired, but salt after cooking. Browning sauce (e.g. soy, Worcestershire) mixed with equal parts of butter will enhanc

– 79 –Poultry Arrange pieces skin-side up, and evenly spread in a shallow dish.Directions for Cooking Poultry Pieces by MicrowaveCover with wax paper,

– 80 –Poultry CHICKEN CACCIATORE Serves: 4Ingredients:1 kg chicken drumsticks400 g can tomatoes, diced¼ cup tomato paste1 teaspoon minced garlic1

– 81 –Poultry GREEN PEPPER CHICKENServes: 4Ingredients:20 g butter500 g chicken breast ¿ llets, sliced2 tablespoon green pepper corns1 teaspoon chic

– 82 –Poultry CHICKEN CURRYServes: 4 to 6Ingredients:1 onion, chopped2 tablespoon red curry paste500 g chicken ¿ llets1 cup coconut milk2 cups ¿ ne

– 83 –Poultry GRILLED SWEET CHILLI AND LIME CHICKEN Serves: 6Ingredients:1 clove garlic, crushed1 tablespoon chopped coriander¼ cup sweet chilli sa

– 84 –Poultry PLUM GLAZED QUAILSServes: 2 to 4Ingredients:4 quails½ cup cooked long grain rice1 green onion, chopped1 tablespoon ¿ nely chopped b

– 85 –Poultry ROAST HERB CHICKEN Serves: 4Ingredients:1.5 kg chicken60 g butter1 tablespoon chopped rosemary1 tablespoon parsleyMethod:1. Place but

– 86 –Poultry ROAST CHICKEN IN SPINACH Ingredients:1.2 kg chicken (cut open from breast, cut slit at the thigh area)300 g spinachSauce:40 g garlic1

– 87 –Main Fare MeatsFor best results, select roasts that are uniform in shape.Place meat on a microwave suitable rack in a rectangular dish. Beef rib

– 7 –Cookware and Utensil ChartMicrowave Grill ConvectionCrispy GrillSteam 300 W + SteamSteam plusMetal tray(oven accessories)no yes yes no no no yesG

– 88 –Main Fare MeatsLess-tender cuts of meat such as pot roasts should be cooked in liquid. Use ½ to 1 cup of soup, broth, etc per 500 g of meat. Use

– 89 –Main Fare MeatsRACK OF LAMB Serves: 4Ingredients:2 racks lamb (approx. 450 g each)2 cloves garlic, cut into slices rosemaryMethod:1. Score ra

– 90 –Main Fare MeatsGOULASH Serves: 4Ingredients:750 g diced lamb1 onion, ¿ nely chopped1 clove garlic, crushed1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon À o

– 91 –Main Fare MeatsBEEF ROLL WITH SPINACH AND SPRING ONION STUFFINGServes: 4 to 6Ingredients:2 thick skirt steaks (approx. 500 g each), poundedStuf

– 92 –Main Fare MeatsBARBECUE GLAZED MEATLOAF Serves: 4Ingredients:Barbecue Glaze:¼ cup water1 tablespoon tomato paste1 tablespoon red wine vinega

– 93 –Main Fare MeatsLASAGNE Serves: 4 to 6Ingredients:250 g precooked lasagne noodles3 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, extra3 tablespoon grated Mozzar

– 94 –Main Fare MeatsCHINESE BEEF AND VEGETABLESServes: 4 to 6Ingredients:400 g rump steak, sliced1 teaspoon chopped ginger1 teaspoon chopped garli

– 95 –Main Fare MeatsFRENCH ONION BEEF CASSEROLE Serves: 4Ingredients:1 onion, chopped1 teaspoon minced garlic200 g diced potatoes600 g beef, diced2

– 96 –Main Fare MeatsBLACK PEPPER BEEF BBQ Serves: 2Ingredients:300 g beef belly (for BBQ)moderate corn starch1 piece garlic (sliced)90 g onion60 g

– 97 –Main Fare MeatsBARBECUED SPARE RIBS Serves: 4Ingredients:1 kg pork spare ribs½ cup fruit chutney½ cup tomato sauce1 tablespoon soy sauce1 ta