Panasonic NNCS894S Operations Instructions

Operating Instructions and Cookery BookSteam Combination OvenModel Number: NN-CS894SHousehold use onlyIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSPLEASE READ CAREFUL

8Important safety instructions1. In case of electronic failure, oven can only be turned off at wall socket.  Warning!Only allow children to use the

98FishingredientsSERVES 6For the sauce15 g (½ oz) butter15 g (½ oz) fl our275 ml (½ pt) milk350 g (12 oz) fresh haddock fi llet350 g (12 oz) fresh undye

99FishCoconut fi sh currySweat the chopped onion with the cubed pepper in the dish, covered, for 4-5 mins on HIGH MICROWAVE. Add the coconut milk, the

100Defrosted jointsIf the meat has previously been frozen,ensure it is properly thawed before cooking by microwave.FatLarge amounts of fat absorb micr

101Meat and PoultryLayered chickenSlice the chicken breasts into strips and place between plastic fi lm and fl atten using a rolling pin. Put chicken in

102Meat and PoultryingredientsSERVES 4Meat Sauce1 onion, chopped1 clove garlic, crushed1 tsp oil400 g (14 oz) can chopped tomatoes150 ml (5 fl oz) red

103Meat and PoultryBalsamic braised beefTip beef into a casserole dish, then pour over the balsamic vinegar. Mix well, then leave to marinate for an h

104Meat and PoultryingredientsSERVES 43 cardamom pods½ cinnamon stick¼ tsp cumin seeds1 tsp garam masala1 tsp chilli fl akes2.5 cm (1”) fresh root ging

105Meat and PoultryMarinated chicken breastsMix the selected marinade ingredients together. Pour marinade over chicken directly in dish and leave to m

106Meat and PoultryingredientsSERVES 6¾ tbsp (10 ml) ground ginger½ tsp coarsely ground black pepper1½ tsp ground cinnamon¾ tbsp (10 ml) turmeric15 ml

107Meat and PoultryCreamy chicken gratinSlice the leeks and place in a large bowl with the butter. Place on base of oven and cook on STEAM 1 + LOW MIC

9Before using your ovenExamine your oven 1. Unpack oven, remove all packing material, and examine the oven for any damage such as dents, broken door

108Meat and PoultryingredientsSERVES 4900 g (2 lb) unsmoked gammon joint, cold water to cover1 onion, peeled4 whole cloves10 peppercorns3 tbsp (45 ml)

109Meat and PoultryChicken casseroleCoat chicken with fl our and place in fridge. Place oil, butter, garlic, shallots and mushrooms into casserole. Pla

110Meat and PoultryingredientsSERVES 4225 g (8 oz) carrots, sliced3 celery sticks, sliced1 tsp vegetable oil4 boneless pork chops1 tbsp (15 ml) Englis

111 Root vegetables. i.e. carrots, swede, should be cut into slices, strips or cubes. Do not mix fresh and frozen vegetables as the cooking times ma

112Vegetables and VegetarianingredientsSERVES 41 aubergine, sliced1 courgette, sliced1 onion, sliced1 green pepper, cut into chunks1 red pepper, cut i

113Vegetables and VegetarianVegetarian chilliPlace oil, onion, pepper, chilli and carrots in a large casserole. Cover, place on base of the oven and c

114Vegetables and VegetarianingredientsSERVES 42 cloves of garlic, chopped1 tbsp (15 ml) oilpinch cayenne pepper1 tbsp (15 ml) medium curry powder2.5

115Vegetables and VegetarianPorcini mushrooms risottoSoak the mushrooms for at least 2 hours with 400 ml warm water. Cook the chopped onion with butte

116Vegetables and VegetarianingredientsSERVES 4375 g (13 oz) ready rolled puff pastry2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil500 g (1 lb 1 oz) red onions, peeled &

117Pasta and RiceSpicy tuna pasta bakePlace pasta in large bowl and add water. Cover, place on the base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins

10  ImportantIt is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is kept clean, and wiped out after each use. Failure to maintain the oven in

118Pasta and RiceingredientsSERVES 41 medium onion, chopped2 tsp vegetable oil2 medium courgettes, sliced thickly1 red pepper, seeded and chopped2 med

119Croque monsieurPreheat grill on GRILL 1. Place the bread, buttered side up on the wire shelf in the upper shelf position and cook on GRILL 1 for 3-

120Cheese & Egg dishesingredientsSERVES 41 medium onion, fi nely diced2 tsp olive oil175 g (6 oz) self-raising fl our½ tsp salt½ tsp mustard powder½

121SaucesContainer sizeTo avoid boil over always use a container at least twice the capacity of the sauce.CoveringDO NOT cover sauces when cooking.Sti

122Saucesingredients3 egg yolks2 tbsp (30 ml) white wine vinegar150 g (5 oz) chilled,unsalted butter,cut into cubespepperDish: 1 litre (2 pt) Pyrex® j

123Shortcrust pastryPlace fl our and salt into a mixing bowl. Rub the margarine into the fl our until the mixture resembles fi ne breadcrumbs. Add enough

124PastryingredientsSERVES 425 g (1 oz) butter200 g (7 oz) leeks, sliced50 g (2 oz) plain fl our450 ml (¾ pt) milk150 g (5 oz) stilton400 g (14 oz) coo

125Baked jam roly poly puddingRoll out pastry to approx. 23 x 32 cm (9” x 13”). Spread the jam over the pastry leaving 1 cm (½ “) border all round. Br

126Desserts / CakesingredientsSERVES 4100 g (4 oz) short grain rice1 litre ( 2 pt) whole milk80 g (3 oz) sugarsmall piece of cinnamon stick1 vanilla p

127Sticky pudding with toffee saucePour 150 ml (¼ pt) boiling water over the chopped dates and set aside to cool. Cream the butter and sugar until lig

111. Do not cook food directly on the base of the oven. Always place food in a microwave safe dish.2. The metal accessories provided must ONLY be us

128Desserts / CakesingredientsSERVES 64 medium egg whites250 g (9 oz) caster sugar1 tsp cornfl our1 tsp malt vinegar1 tsp vanilla extractTopping:300 ml

129Red fruit compotePlace the plums, cherries and blueberries in dish. Place on the base of the oven and cook on STEAM 1 + LOW MICROWAVE for 10 mins.

130Desserts / CakesingredientsSERVES 6700 g (1 lb 8 oz) rhubarb, chopped3 tbsp ginger jam3 oranges segmentedTopping:300 g (11 oz) plain fl our150 g (5

131CookiesPreheat on CONVECTION 170 °C with wire shelf in upper shelf position. Cream together the butter and sugar until pale, then beat in the egg.

132Desserts / CakesingredientsSERVES 8100 g (4 oz) plain chocolate100 g (4 oz) butter4 eggs100 g (4 oz) icing sugar50 g (2 oz) self raising fl our50 g

133Carrot cakePlace all the cake ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Spoon into tin. Place tin on glass shelf in the lower shelf position and co

134Desserts / CakesingredientsSERVES 8175 g (6 oz) soft margarine175 g (6 oz) caster sugar3 eggs, beaten200 g (7 oz) self raising fl our½ tsp salt1 tsp

135Sticky plum fl apjackTip the plums into a bowl. Toss with the mixed spice and 50 g of the sugar then set aside. Melt butter in bowl on HIGH MICROWAV

136BreadingredientsSERVES 1 loaf400 g (14 oz) strong bread fl our1 sachet dried yeast10 ml (2 tsp) salt75 g (5 tbsp) olive oil10 ml (2 tsp) coarse sea

137Sterilizing jarsJam jars can be sterilized by microwave ready for your jams. Half fi ll with water and heat them on HIGH power until water boils (ap

12Wire shelf1. The wire shelf can be used in the upper and middle shelf positions for GRILLING foods. It can be used in the upper, middle or lower sh

138PreservesRed onion marmaladePut oil in bowl with onions cover with a lid or pierced cling fi lm. Place on the base of the oven and cook on MEDIUM MI

139Questions & answersQ: Why won’t my oven turn on?A: When the oven does not turn on, check the following:1. Is the oven plugged in securely? R

140Questions & answersQ: The oven stops cooking by microwave and ‘H97’ or ‘H98’ appears in the display. Why?A: This display indicates a problem

141Technical specifi cationsRated Voltage: 230-240 V 50 HzOperating Frequency: 2450 MHzInput Power: Max 2700 W Microwave 990 W Grill 1330 W Conve

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13Oven accessoriesWire shelf Glass shelf Enamel shelf Plastic Trivet MicrowaveGrillConvectionSteamTurbo-cook*Convection +Microwave

14Parts of your ovenOutline diagramWarning labelSteam outletWarning labelGrill elementsLED lightsConvection heaterPower supply cordPower supply plugBo

15SafetyIf smoke is emitted or a fi re occurs in the oven, touch Stop/Cancel and leave the door closed in order to stifl e any fl ames. Disconnect the po

16Important information – read carefullyLiquidsWhen heating liquids, e.g. soup, sauces and beverages in your microwave oven, overheating the liquid be

17GrillingThe oven will only operate on the GRILL function with the door closed.Fan motor operationAfter using the microwave oven, the fan motor may o

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven.Your oven is rated 1000 Watts (IEC). When using other cookbooks remember to adjust cooking times a

18Microwaving principlesMicrowave energy has been used in this country to cook and reheat food since early experiments with RADAR in World War II.Micr

19Control panel(1)(2)(4)(3)(5)(10)(11)(12)(13)(9)(7)(8)(6)(1) Display window(2) Slider bar (plus/minus) (page 28)Select the time or weight by ta

20General guidelinesStanding timeDense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and cakes, require a STANDING TIME (inside or outside of the oven) after cooki

21General guidelinesDish sizeFollow the dish sizes given in the recipes, as these affect the cooking and reheating times. A quantity of food spread in

22Containers to useQuick check guide to cooking utensilsChoosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the success or failure o

23Containers to usePlasticMany plastic containers are designed for microwave use, but do not use for cooking foods high in sugar or fat or for foods t

24Cooking modesCooking modes UsesAccessories to useContainersMICROWAVE Defrosting Reheating Melting: butter, chocolate, cheese. Cooking fi sh, vege

25Combination cooking modesCooking modes UsesAccessories to useContainersGRILL + CONVECTION Roasting red meats, thick steak (rib or beef, T bone ste

26Let’s start to use your oven1 Plug inPlug into a 15 amp fused electrical socket. You will be reminded to read your operating instructions.2 Tap

27Setting the clockWhen the oven is fi rst plugged in “REFER TO OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE” appears in display window.Tap Timer/Clock twice.“SET

1Important safety instructions. Before operating this oven, please read these instructions carefully and keep for future reference.This appliance

28Operation guide settingTo assist you in programming your oven, the following operation will appear in the display window. When you become familiar w

29Microwave cooking and defrostingThere are 6 different microwave power levels available. Do not place food directly on the base of the oven. Use your

30Defrosting guidelinesFor Best Results1. Place foods in a suitable container. Meat joints and chickens should be placed on an upturned saucer or on

31Defrosting chartThe times given below are a guideline only. Always check the progress of the food by opening the oven door and then re-starting. For

32Defrosting chartThe times given below are a guideline only. Always check the progress of the food by opening the oven door and then re-starting. For

33GrillingThe grill system on the oven gives fast effi cient cooking for a wide variety of foods e.g. chops, sausages, steaks, toast, etc.There are 3 d

34Oven accessories to useWhen grilling foods the wire shelf should be in the upper shelf position and the glass shelf in the middle position to catch

35Convection cookingYour Combination Oven can be used as a conventional oven using the CONVECTION mode which incorporates a heating element with a fan

36Convection cookingGuidelinesWhen using the oven as a CONVECTION oven, there is NO MICROWAVE POWER, i.e. the oven is operating as a conventional oven

37Two level cookingWhen cooking on two levels use the enamel shelf on the lower shelf position and the wire shelf in the upper shelf position.Dependin

2Warning! Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.Warning! Do not place this oven near an

38Temp °C Use Temp °F Gas mark40 °C Proving Bread 90 °F1⁄8100 °C Pavlova 200 °F ¼110 °C Meringues 225 °F ¼140 °C Rich Fruit Cake 275 °F 1150 °C Lemon

39Convection and grill cookingThis mode can be programmed to cook or reheat food by combining grill and convection simultaneously, to give foods that

40Oven accessories to use:Use the enamel shelf or wire shelf for convection and grill cooking.Pieces of meat are placed on the enamel shelf in the low

41Steam cookingThe oven can be programmed as a steamer to cook vegetables, fi sh, chicken and rice.There are 3 different steam settings available.Tap S

42Steam cookingGuidelines for water tankCarefully remove the water tank from the oven. Remove the lid and fi ll with tap water (do not use mineral wate

43Steam shotThis feature allows you add steam during cooking (up to 3 minutes). Adding steam during cooking enhances heat distribution and aids the ri

44Combination cooking with steamSteam can be used to cook foods simultaneously with microwave, grill or convection mode. This can often reduce traditi

45Combination cooking with steamGuidelines1. DURING AND AFTER COOKING WITH STEAM FUNCTION, DO NOT OPEN THE OVEN DOOR WHEN YOUR FACE IS VERY CLOSE TO

46Turbo-cookSelect fi rst cooking mode and power level.Touch Turbo-cook.and/or+Select the cooking time by tapping “+”/“-” or swipe the slider bar. Maxi

47Turbo-cookFood Weight Combination TimeCottage pie 450 g230 °C + Grill 1 + Turbo Cook 14 - 15 minsFish pie 450 g230 °C + Grill 1 + Turbo Cook 12 - 14

3The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken. The temperature has to be checked before consumption to avoid burns

48Your oven has 3 methods of cooking by combination.1. Convection and Microwave2. Grill and Microwave3. Convection, Grill and MicrowaveCOMBINATION

49Combination cooking with microwaveThe cooking modes can be selected in any order.++or++orSelect fi rst cooking mode.Select second cooking mode.Select

50Combination 1. Convection and microwaveThis is the most popular combination mode combining convection heat with microwave power. Casseroles, fruit c

51Combination 1. Convection and microwaveOven accessories to useDo not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food.DO NOT USE THE ENAMEL SHEL

52Combination 2. Grill and microwaveThis combination mode is suitable for foods which are normally grilled and for reheating small savoury items.Do no

53Combination 2. Grill and microwaveOven accessories to useDO NOT USE THE ENAMEL SHELF FOR COMBINATION COOKING.Food can be placed directly onto the wi

54Combination 3. Convection, grill and microwaveThis combination mode is very useful for foods which require quick browning or crisping. Unsuitable fo

55Combination 3. Convection, grill and microwaveOven accessories to useDo not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food.DO NOT USE THE ENAM

56Combination 3. Convection, grill and microwaveDo not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food.We suggest the following options for this

57Multi-stage cooking2 or 3 stage cookingTap Micro power to select desired power level.Tap Micro power to select desired power level.Touch Start. The

4Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents on the cabinet and the oven door will get hot during GRILLING, CONVECTION, STEAM, and COMBINATION modes

58Multi-stage cookingExample:To GRILL 3 (low) for 4 minutes and cook food on LOW power (440 W) for 5 minutes.Tap Grill 3 times to select Grill 3 (low)

59Using the timerDelay start cookingBy using the timer, you are able to program delay start cooking.Select CookingMethod&TimeSet the cooking progr

60Using the timerTo set a standing time:By using the Timer, you can program Stand Time after cooking is completed or use to program the oven as a minu

61Chaos defrostThis feature allows you to defrost minced meat, chops, chicken portions, meat joints and bread. Tap Chaos defrost to select the correct

62Chaos defrostWith this feature you can defrost frozen foods according to the weight. Select the category and set the weight of the food. The weight

63Auto steam programsThis feature allows you to steam some of your favourite foods by setting the weight only.The oven determines the steam level and

64Auto steam programs 4. Fresh vegetables 200 g - 320 gTo steam FRESH vegetables. Fill water tank. Place prepared vegetables onto plastic trivet. Pla

65Auto steam programs8. Fresh fi sh fi llets 200 g - 500 gTo cook FRESH fi sh fi llets. Fill water tank. Place fresh fi sh onto plastic trivet. Place plas

66System cleaning programs Add 100 g of water to the water tank. Ensure drip tray is empty.Make a solution of 16 g citric acid and 200 g of water, add

67Remove the water tank and clean the compartment where the water tank is inserted.Open the water supply cap, remove the lid and pipe cap and clean.Pi

5The microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages only. Drying of food, newspapers or clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers, s

68This feature combines the benefi ts of steam cooking with microwave power to speed up the cooking process. By setting the weight only, the oven deter

694. Fresh vegetables 200 g - 320 gTo steam + microwave FRESH vegetables. Fill water tank. Place prepared vegetables onto plastic trivet. Place plast

708. Fresh fi sh fi llets 200 g - 500 gTo cook FRESH fi sh fi llets. Fill water tank. Place fresh fi sh onto plastic trivet. Place plastic trivet on glass

71Auto sensor programsThis feature allows you to cook or reheat foods without entering the weight. The built-in sensor measures the humidity of the fo

72Auto sensor programsProgram Minimum Weight Maximum Weight12. Chilled meal 200 g1000 g13. Frozen meal 200 g800 g14. Jacket potatoes 200 g1500 g15. Ca

73Auto sensor programs When you select an automatic program symbols will appear in the display to show the cooking mode that will be used and the acce

74Auto sensor programs 14. Jacket potatoes 200 g - 1500 gTo cook jacket potatoes with a crisper drier skin. Choose medium sized potatoes 200-250 g pe

75M= Microwave cooking only= Combination: Convection + Micro poweror Combination: Grill + Micro power or Combination: Convection + Grill + Micro power

76Cooking and reheating guidelinesMost foods reheat very quickly in your oven by HIGH power. Meals can be brought back to serving temperature in just

771000 WEThe IEC (60705)power output (watts)The heating category forsmall packs of foodMicrowave symbolReheating chartsThe times given in the charts b

6ContentsThank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven.Important safety instructions... 7-8Before using your oven...

78Reheating chartsFoodWeight/QuantityPower LevelTime to Select (approx)Instructions/GuidelinesCANNED SOUPSCondensed 295 gHIGH Micro4-5 minsPlace in a

79Reheating chartsFoodWeight/QuantityPower LevelTime to Select (approx)Instructions/GuidelinesSAVOURY PASTRY PRODUCTS - PRECOOKEDPASTRIES REHEATED BY

80Reheating chartsFoodWeight/QuantityPower LevelTime to Select (approx)Instructions/GuidelinesChilled custard500 gHIGH Micro 3½ minsPlace in large jug

81Reheating chartsFoodWeight/QuantityPower LevelTime to Select (approx)Instructions/GuidelinesCottage/shepherds pie450 gHIGH Micro or230 °C +GRILL 1 +

82Reheating chartsFoodWeight/QuantityPower LevelTime to Select (approx)Instructions/GuidelinesREADY MEALS - Chilled.Transfer food from foil container

83Cooking chartsFoodWeight/QuantityPower LevelTime to Select (approx)Instructions/GuidelinesBREADPart-baked rolls300 g (6)230 °C +GRILL 2 + 10 minsAdd

84Cooking chartsFoodWeight/QuantityPower LevelTime to Select (approx)Instructions/GuidelinesBEANS & PULSES - should be pre-soaked in cold water ov

85Cooking chartsFoodWeight/QuantityPower LevelTime to Select (approx)Instructions/GuidelinesCHICKEN from raw - CAUTION: Hot fat! Remove accessory with

86Cooking chartsFoodWeight/QuantityPower LevelTime to Select (approx)Instructions/GuidelinesEGGS - Scrambled. Use microwave safe bowl.1 Egg2 Eggs4 Egg

87Cooking chartsFoodWeight/QuantityPower LevelTime to Select (approx)Instructions/GuidelinesFISH - FROZEN from raw.Breaded fi llets200 g (2)230 °C +GRI

7Important safety instructionsThis appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 15 amp fuse is fi tted

88Cooking chartsFoodWeight/QuantityPower LevelTime to Select (approx)Instructions/GuidelinesLAMB - from raw - CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove accessory with

89Cooking chartsFoodWeight/QuantityPower LevelTime to Select (approx)Instructions/GuidelinesPORRIDGE - N.B. Use a large bowl.1 serving30 g oats 150 ml

90Cooking chartsFoodWeight/QuantityPower LevelTime to Select (approx)Instructions/GuidelinesFRESH VEGETABLESAsparagus200 gSTEAM 1 + LOW Micro6 minsPla

91Cooking chartsFoodWeight/QuantityPower LevelTime to Select (approx)Instructions/GuidelinesFROZEN VEGETABLESBattered onion rings250 g230 °C 20 minsPl

92Increasing and decreasing recipesIncreasing recipes To increase a recipe from 4 to 6 servings, increase each ingredient listed by half. To double t

93Soups / StartersStuffed mushroomsCook bacon rashers on a microwave rack or a dinner plate on STEAM 1 + LOW MICROWAVE for 2 mins. When cool, chop int

94Soups / StartersingredientsSERVES 4200 g (7 oz) or 4-5 large fl at mushrooms1 tbsp olive oil8 slices ciabatta25 g (1 oz) softened butter beaten with

95Soups / StartersingredientsSERVES 4200 g (7 oz) salmon, boned, skinned, and cut into bite-sized pieces.125 g (4 oz) cooked peeled prawnsjuice of ½ l

96Fish cooks very well by microwave as it stays moist and the lingering fi sh smells left in conventional ovens are avoided.When is fi sh cooked?Fish i

97FishMediterranean fi sh bakeMix lemon juice, pesto and seasoning together and spoon over the fi sh in a non metallic dish. Leave to marinade in the fr