Microwave Oven Household Use Only Model No.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)2. DO NOT operate the oven without the Glass Tray fully engagedon the drive hub. Improper cooking or damage to the ovencould result. Verify that the Glass Tray is properly engaged androtating by observing its rotation when you press Start.Note: The Glass Tray can turn in either direction.3. DO NOT dry clothes, newspapers or othermaterials in the oven, or use newspaper orpaper bags for cooking.4. DO NOT hit or strike Control Panel. Damageto controls may occur.3. Use only the Glass Tray specifically designed for this oven.5. DO NOT use recycled paper productsDO NOT substitute any other Glass Tray.unless the paper product is labeled as safe for microwave ovenuse. Recycled paper products may contain impurities, which may 4. If the Glass Tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placingin water.cause sparking.5. DO NOT cook directly on the Glass Tray. Always place food ina microwave safe dish, or on a rack set in a microwave safe dish.TO AVOID THE RISK OF SCALDING:POT HOLDERS should always be used when removing items fromthe oven. Heat is transferred fromthe HOT food to the cookingcontainer and from the containerto the Glass Tray. The GlassTray can also be very HOT afterremoving the cooking containerfrom the oven.6. If food or utensil on the Glass Tray touches oven walls, causingthe tray to stop moving, the tray will automatically rotate in theopposite direction.Roller Ring1. The Roller Ring and oven floor should be cleaned frequently toprevent excessive noise.2. Always replace the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in their properpositions.Glass Tray3. The Roller Ring must always be used for cooking along with theGlass Tray.1. DO NOT operate the oven without the Roller Ring and the GlassTray in place.For proper use of your oven, read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions.Installation and Grounding InstructionsExamine Your OvenInstallationUnpack oven, remove all packing material and examine the oven1. DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked during operation,for any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in thethe oven may overheat. If the oven overheats, a thermal safetydevice will turn the oven off. The oven will remain inoperabledoor. Notify dealer immediately if oven is damaged. DO NOT installuntil it has cooled.if oven is damaged.2. The oven is designed for installation into a wall cabinet by usingPlacement of Oventhe proper trim kit available from a local Panasonic dealer,1. The oven must be placedfollow all instructions packed with the kit.on a flat, stable surface.WARNING: IMPROPER USE OF THE GROUNDINGPlace the front surface ofthe door 3 inchesPLUG CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.(7.6 cm) or more fromConsult a qualified electrician or service person if the groundingthe counter top edge toinstructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as toavoid accidental tippingwhether the appliance is properly grounded. If it is necessary to useof the microwave ovenan extension cord, use only a three-wire extension cord that has aduring normal use. Forthree-prong polarized grounding plug, and a three-slot receptacleproper operation, the oven must have sufficient airflow. Allowthat will accept the plug of the appliance. The marked rating of the3 inches (7.6 cm) of space on both sides of the oven and 1 inchextension cord should be equal to or greater than the electricalrating of the appliance.(2.5 cm) of space on top of the oven.(a) DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked duringGrounding Instructionsoperation, the oven may overheat and be damaged.THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED.(b) DO NOT place oven near a hot, damp surface such as a3-Pronged PlugIn the event of an electricalgas or electric range, sink, or dishwasher.short circuit, grounding(c) DO NOT operate oven when room humidity is excessive.reduces the risk of electricshock by providing an2. This oven is manufactured for household use only. It is notescape wire for the electricapproved or tested for mobile vehicle, marine, or commercialGround Plugcurrent. This appliance isuse.equipped with a cord having3-Prong Receptaclea grounding wire with agrounding plug.5F0003BY70AP 02 20171208.indd 52017/12/8 15:02:26

Installation and Grounding Instructions (continued)may trip. The oven must be plugged into at least a 20 A, 120 V, 60Hz GROUNDED OUTLET. Where a standard two-prong outlet isencountered, it is the personal responsibility and obligation ofthe consumer to have it replaced with a properly grounded threeprong outlet. The VOLTAGE used must be the same as specifiedon this microwave oven (120 V, 60 Hz). Using a higher voltage isdangerous and may result in a fire or oven damage. Using a lowervoltage will cause slow cooking. Panasonic is NOT responsible forany damages resulting from the use of the oven with any voltageother than specified.The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installedand grounded. Plug into properly installed and grounded three-prongoutlet. DO NOT remove ground prong. DO NOT use an adapter.Power Supply1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risksresulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over alonger cord.2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may beused if care is exercised in their use. DO NOT let cord hang overedge of a table or counter.3. If a long cord or extension cord is used,(1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extensioncord should be at least as great as the electrical rating ofthe appliance,(2) the extension cord must be a grounding-type three-wirecord, and(3) the longer cord should be arranged so that it will notdrape over the countertop or tabletop where it can bepulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.TV / RADIO / WIRELESS EQUIPMENT INTERFERENCEThis product has been tested and found to comply with thelimits for Microwave Oven , pursuant to Part 18 of the FCC Rules.This product can radiate radio frequency energy, which couldcause interference to such products as radio, TV, baby monitor,cordless phone, Bluetooth, wireless router, etc., which can beconfirmed by turning this product off and on. If present, the user isencouraged to try to correct by taking one or more of the followingcountermeasures:(1) Increase the spacing distance between the microwave ovenand other product receiving the interference.(2) If possible, use a properly installed receiver antenna and/orreorient the receiving antenna of the other product receivingthe interference.(3) Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet from the otherproduct receiving the interference.(4) Clean door and sealing surfaces of the oven. (See Care andCleaning of Your Microwave Oven)Wiring RequirementsThe oven must be operated on a SEPARATE CIRCUIT. No otherappliance should share the circuit with the microwave oven.If it does, the branch circuit fuse may blow or the circuit breakerFood PreparationCAUTION: When using pre-packaged microwave popcorn, you canfollow recommended package instructions or use the Popcorn pad(refer to page 14). Otherwise, the popcorn may not pop adequatelyor may ignite and cause a fire. Never leave the oven unattendedwhen popping popcorn. Allow the popcorn bag to cool beforeopening, and always open the bag facing away from your face andbody to prevent steam burns.Follow these Safety Precautions when cooking in your oven.IMPORTANTProper cooking depends upon the power, the time settingand quantity of food. If you use a smaller portion thanrecommended but cook at the time for the recommendedportion, fire could result.1) HOME CANNING / STERILIZING / DRYING FOODS / SMALLQUANTITIES OF FOODS DO NOT use your oven for home canning. Your oven cannotmaintain the food at the proper canning temperature. The foodmay be contaminated and then spoil. DO NOT use the microwave oven to sterilize objects (babybottles, etc.). It is difficult to keep the oven at the hightemperature needed for sterilization. DO NOT dry meats, herbs, fruits or vegetables in your oven.Small quantities of food or foods with low moisture content candry out, scorch or catch on fire if overheated.2) POPCORNPopcorn may be popped in a microwave oven corn popper.Microwave popcorn that pops in its own package is also available.Follow popcorn manufacturers’ directions and use a brand suitablefor the cooking power of your microwave oven.6F0003BY70AP 02 20171208.indd 62017/12/8 15:02:26

Food Preparation (continued)3) DEEP FAT FRYING DO NOT deep fat fry in your microwave oven. Cooking oilsmay burst into flames and may cause damage to the oven andmay result in burns. Microwave utensils may not withstand thetemperature of the hot oil, and can shatter or melt.8) THERMOMETERS DO NOT use a conventionalmeat thermometer inyour oven. Arcing mayoccur. Microwave safethermometers are availablefor both meat and candy.4) FOODS WITH NONPOROUS SKINS DO NOT COOK / REHEAT WHOLE EGGS, WITH OR WITHOUTTHE SHELL.Steam buildup in wholeeggs may cause themto explode, and possiblydamage the oven orcause injury. ReheatingSLICED hard-boiled eggsand cooking SCRAMBLED eggs is safe. Potatoes, apples, whole squashand sausages are examples offoods with nonporous skins. Thesetypes of foods must be piercedbefore microwave cooking toprevent them from exploding.CAUTION: Cooking dry or oldpotatoes can cause fire.9) BABY FORMULA / BABY FOOD DO NOT heat baby formula or babyfood in the microwave oven. The glassjar or surface of the food may appearwarm while the interior can be so hotas to burn the infant’s mouth andesophagus.10) REHEATING PASTRY PRODUCTS When reheating pastry products, check temperatures of anyfillings before eating. Some foods have fillings, which heat fasterand can be extremely hot, while the surface remains warm to thetouch (for example, jelly donuts).11) GENERAL OVEN USAGE GUIDELINES DO NOT use the oven for any purpose other than thepreparation of food.5) GLASS TRAY / COOKING CONTAINERS / FOIL Cooking containers get hot during microwaving. Heat istransferred from the HOT food to the container and the GlassTray. Use pot holders when removing containers from the ovenor when removing lids or plastic wrap covers from cookingcontainers, to avoid burns. The Glass Tray will get hot during cooking. It should be allowedto cool before handling or before paper products, such as paperplates or microwave popcorn bags, are placed in the oven formicrowave cooking. When using foil in the oven, allow at least 1-inch (2.5 cm) ofspace between foil and interior oven walls or door. Dishes with metallic trim should not be used, as arcingmay occur.6) PAPER TOWELS / CLOTHS DO NOT use paper towels or cloths that contain a synthetic fiberwoven into them. The synthetic fiber may cause the towel toignite. Use paper toweling under supervision.7) BROWNING DISHES / OVEN COOKING BAGS Browning dishes or grills are designed for microwave cookingonly. Always follow instructions provided by the manufacturer.DO NOT preheat browning dish morethan six minutes. If an oven cooking bag is usedfor microwave cooking, prepareaccording to package directions. DONOT use a wire twist-tie to close bag.Instead use plastic ties, cotton string or astrip cut from the open end of the bag.7F0003BY70AP 02 20171208.indd 72017/12/8 15:02:26

Cookware GuideThis section answers the question, “Can I use in the Microwave?”Aluminum FoilGlass JarsIt is not recommendedto use. Arcing can occurif foil is too close to ovenwall or door and causedamage to your oven.No. Most glass jars are notheat resistant.Browning DishYes. Only use browning dishes that are designedfor microwave cooking. Check browning dishinformation for instructions/heating chart. Donot preheat for more than six minutes.Brown Paper BagsHeat Resistant OvenGlassware/CeramicPlastic, MelamineYes, but only ones formicrowave cookingand browning.(See CONTAINERTEST below.)No. This material absorbs microwave energy.Dishes get HOT!Plastic Foam CupsYes, with caution. Plastic foamwill melt if foods reach a hightemperature. Use short termonly to reheat foods to a lowserving temperature. Do notmicrowave paper cups; theymay overheat and ignite.Metal BakewareNo. They may cause a fire inthe oven.No. Metal can causearcing and damage toyour oven.Microwave SafeMetal Twist-TiesYes. If labeled Microwave Safe, checkmanufacturers’ directions for use inmicrowave heating.Some dinnerwaremay state on the backof the dish, “OvenMicrowave Safe”.No. May cause arcingwhich could cause a fire inthe oven.Oven Cooking BagIf unlabeled, use CONTAINER TEST below.Yes. Follow manufacturers’ directions. Close bagwith the nylon tie provided, a strip cut from theend of the bag, or a piece of cotton string. Donot close with metal twist-tie. Make six 1 2-inchslits near the closure.Disposable Polyester Paperboard DishesPaper Plates/CupsYes. Some frozen foodsare packaged in thesedishes. Also can bepurchased in somegrocery stores.Yes. Use to warm cookedfoods, and to cook foods thatrequire short cooking time,such as hot dogs. Do notmicrowave paper cups; theymay overheat and ignite.DinnerwareFast Food Cartons withMetal HandleNo. Metal handle may causearcing.Frozen Dinner TraysIf made for the microwave,then yes. If it contains metal,then no.Check Microwave Safe manufacturers’ directionsfor recommended uses. Some microwave safeplastic containers are not suitable for cookingfoods with high fat or sugar content. The heatfrom hot food may cause warping.Towels & NapkinsYes, only paper napkins/towels. Useto warm rolls and sandwiches, onlyif labeled safe for microwave use.Do NOT use recycled paper towels.Parchment PaperPlastic WrapYes. Use to coverfood during cookingto retain moistureand preventsplattering.Should be labeled “Suitable for MicrowaveHeating”. Check package directions.Straw, Wicker, WoodYes, short term only.Use only for short termreheating and to bringfood to a low servingtemperature. Wood may dry out, split or crack.ThermometersOnly microwave safethermometers can beused, NOT conventionalthermometers.Wax PaperYes. Use as a cover toprevent splatteringand to retain moisture.Yes. Use as a cover to prevent splattering.Plastic CookwareYes, with caution.Should be labeled,“Suitable forMicrowave Heating.”CONTAINER TESTTO TEST A CONTAINER FOR SAFE MICROWAVE OVEN USE: Fill a microwave safe cup with cool water and place it inthe microwave oven along side the empty container to be tested; heat one (1) minute at P10 (HIGH). If the container ismicrowave oven safe (transparent to microwave energy), the empty container should remain comfortably cool and thewater should be hot. If the container is hot, it has absorbed some microwave energy and should NOT be used. This testcannot be used for plastic containers.8F0003BY70AP 02 20171208.indd 82017/12/8 15:02:26

Location of Controls412121021169151751411133678 External Air Vent Door Release Button Internal Air Vent Warning Label Door Safety Lock System Menu Label Exhaust Air Vent DHHS Label Control Panel Identification Plate Power Label(only for NN-SN94JS) Glass Tray Power Supply Cord Roller Ring Power Supply Plug Heat/Vapor Barrier Film(do not remove) NOTE:The illustration is for reference only.Waveguide Cover(do not remove)9F0003BY70AP 02 20171208.indd 92017/12/8 15:02:26

Control Panel* The control panels of NN-SN94JS/NN-SN96JS/NN-SN97JS/NN-SN98JS have same key layout. Display Window Popcorn Pad (See page 14) Coffee/Milk Pad (See page 18) Power Level Pad (See page 12) Turbo Defrost Pad (See page 15) Frozen Food Pad (See page 16) Sensor Cook (reheat) Pad (See page 16) Number Pads Quick 30 (More) Pad (See page 12, 14, 16) Timer/Clock (Less) Pad(See page 11, 13, 14, 16) Stop/Reset PadBefore cooking: One press clears all yourinstructions. During cooking: one presstemporarily stops the cooking process.Another tap cancels all your instructions,and time of day or colon appears in thedisplay window. Start PadAfter cooking program setting, one pressallows oven to begin functioning. If door isopened or Stop/Reset Pad is pressed onceduring oven operation, Start Pad must bepressed again to restart oven.Be

the oven. Microwave leakage may result. TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE: 1. DO NOT operate the microwave oven empty or use metal containers. When using the microwave oven without water or food, microwave energy cannot be absorbed and will continuously reflect throughout the cavity. This will cause arcing and damage the oven cavity, door