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Operating Instructions
TM
Commercial Microwave Ovens
NE-2180/NE-3280
Please read these instructions completely before operating this oven.
Before Calling for Service:
If failure code “F**” appears in the display, unplug oven and wait for
10 seconds before reconnecting. If normal operation does not resume,
call the service agent with the information of failure code.
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Contents PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Installation and Grounding Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Power Source Voltage Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with (c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is the door open since open-door operation can particularly important that the oven door close result in harmful exposure to microwave properly and that there is no damage to the : energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper (1) door (bent) with the safety interlocks. Under normal (2) hinges and latches (broken or loose) conditions
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Installation and GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Placement of the Oven Wiring Requirements Locate the oven on a smooth, flat and stable surface. 1.No other appliance should share the circuit with the There should be no gap between the table surface and microwave oven. If it does, the branch circuit fuse the bottom of the oven. Do not place the oven in a hot may overload and either cause the oven to produce or damp area, ie. near a stove, sink or directly above lower power output or blow the fuse. heat
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Power Source Voltage Adjustment Your microwave oven is factory set for 208 V operation. For 220 V - 240 V operation, the following CAUTION adjustment MUST be made. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged (Step 1) Unplug the oven. before removing the voltage adjustment cover. (Step 2) Unscrew the voltage adjustment cover which is located on the back of the oven. Do not remove any other parts from the oven. Voltage Adjustment (Step 3) Remove the connector from the white socket Connector and
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!"#ΙΙ PROG A B AB (AM)(PM) STOP START POWER 12345678 1 123 SHIFT CLEAR TIME STAGE HI MED LOW DEF HOLD Outline Diagram 16 PROG BEEP PROG LOCK 15 Digital Display Window (see below) Oven Lamp Cover Power Level Indicator Display Door Handle Power Level Selector Pad Control Panel Memory Shift Pad Air Filters Memory Pads Program Entry Button (behind Air Filters) Stop/Clear Time Pad Beep Control Button (behind Air Filters) 15 Start Pad Program Lock Button (behind Air Filters) 16 Timer Dial Middle Shelf
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How to Operate A. MANUAL HEATING Single stage heating This feature gives the user maximum flexibility to set the oven to desired heating times and power levels. Ideal for menus that require variations in heating requirements. Example: To cook food at HIGH power for 2 minutes PAD INSTRUCTION DIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW 1 Open the door and put the food in the oven. ☛ The oven lamp will turn on and “0” will appear. Note:While “0” appears, operation is available. One minute after the door is closed, “0
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How to Operate 2 or 3 stage heating This feature allows you to set to begin heating at one power level then shift automatically to a different power level after designated amount of heating time. Example: To cook food at HIGH power for 2 minutes and at DEFROST power for 1 minute PAD INSTRUCTION DIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW Follow steps 1 to 3 on page 7. 1 1 STAGE HI 4 Press Power Level Selector pad four times. ☛ The selected power level will be indicated and 2nd Stage Heating POWER 1 12 Indicator “
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How to Operate B. PROGRAMMED HEATING In Program Unlock Mode: MAKE SURE THE UNIT IS PROGRAMMED TO YOUR SPECIFICATION OR NEEDS(see page 10). Example: To select Memory pad “5” on the A side in which your desired heating program (at HIGH power for 3 min., single stage heating) is set PAD INSTRUCTION DIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW Open the door and put the food in the oven. 1 ☛ The oven lamp will turn on and “0” will appear. Note:While “0” appears, operation is available. One minute after the door is close
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How to Operate C. PROGRAMMING MEMORY PADS Single stage heating THE OVEN CAN NOT BE PROGRAMMED WHEN PROGRAM LOCK IS ACTIVATED! (see page 11) DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR WHILE PROGRAMMING! Example: To program cooking on DEFROST power for 1 minute into Memory pad “5” PAD INSTRUCTION DIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW Keep the door closed. 1 ☛ Digital Display Window must be blank or show “0”. PROG 2 Press Program Entry Button. ☛ “PROG” will start to blink. PROG 3 Press Memory pad you wish to program. PROG A ☛ The se
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How to Operate 2 or 3 stage heating THE OVEN CAN NOT BE PROGRAMMED WHEN PROGRAM LOCK IS ACTIVATED! (see below on this page) DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR WHILE PROGRAMMING! Example:To program cooking at DEFROST power for 1 minute and at HIGH power for 2 minutes into Memory pad “5” PAD INSTRUCTION DIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW Follow steps 1 to 5 on page 10. PROG A 1 1 STAGE DEF 6 Press Power Level Selector pad once. PROG A ☛ The power level for 2nd stage will be indicated, 2nd Stage Heating POWER 1 12 Indicat
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How to Operate E. BEEP TONE The loudness of beep tone and its duration at the end of heating cycle can be set. There are four levels of the loudness and two levels of duration. The loudest level and 3 beeps are preset at the factory. To select loudness level and length “3 beeps”: PAD INSTRUCTION DIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW 1 Press Program Entry Button. PROG ☛ “PROG” sign will start to blink in the display window. (The door may be open or closed at this stage.) PROG Press Beep Control Button. 2 PROG
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How to Operate G. CYCLE COUNTER To Read Total Cumulative Times That The Oven Has Been Used: PAD INSTRUCTION DIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW Open the door and leave it open. 1 ☛ The oven lamp will turn on and “0” will appear. Close the door. 2 ☛ Carry out Step 3 within 60 seconds of closing the door, or the display will go blank. While pressing Beep Control Button, press Program Entry Button. 3 + ☛ The display shows the total cumulative number of times the oven has BEEP PROG been used. Self Diagnostics
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!"#ΙΙ PROG A AB 12 34 56 78 SHIFT STAGE HI MED LOW DEF HOLD PROG A (AMAB ) (PM) STOP START B 1 POWER 12345678 123 CLEAR TIME Sanitary Counter Top Seal When microwave oven is placed on a counter top, its base must be sealed in accordance with N.S.F. Standards as per the following instructions. 1. Microwave oven should be located on a level counter top surface. Complete the electrical connections. 2. Thoroughly clean and sanitize the microwave oven bottom perimeter and the counter top area around
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Cooking Instructions STEAMING BASICS GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR STEAMING IN A PANASONIC Fundamental principles determine the success of TM microwave food preparation. SONIC STEAMER They include: Please refer to the USDA/FDA Food Code guidelines. STEAMING FOODS FROM REFRIGERATED TEMPERATURE 1. Always cook or heat foods in covered containers. - This accomplishes the followings; Foods stored in the refrigerator (40˚F) should be a) Retains steam to keep foods moist. covered before reheating with the exc
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Technical Specifications NE-3280 NE-2180 208/230 V, 60 Hz., single phase Power Source Required Power (Voltage) 28.0 A (208 V) 20.0 A (208 V) 25.3 A (230 V) 18.0 A (230 V) Receptacle Required 30 AMP NEMA #6-30R Output HI: 3200 W* HI: 2100 W* MED: 1600 W MED: 1050 W LOW: 340 W LOW: 340 W DEF: 170 W DEF: 170 W HOLD: 0 W HOLD: 0 W Frequency 2450 MHz 9 3 9 Outer dimensions 25 /16“ x 20 /4”x 18 /16” (W x D x H) (650 mm x 526 mm x 471 mm) 1 7 Cavity dimensions 21 /16“ x 13” x 9 /8” (W x D x H) (535 mm
