Frigidaire MWV150KW, MWV150KB, 316495058 User Manual

Over-the-Range
Microwave Oven
with Convenience Pad
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Welcome..........................................2
Important Safety Instructions .....3-6
Features and Specifications ..........7
Before Operating ............................8
Questions or for Service Call:
1-800-944-9044(US)
1-800-265-8352(Canada)
Manual Operation ..................... 9-14
Convenience Operation ......... 15-16
Care & Cleaning ..................... 19-21
Before You Call
Solutions to Common Problems........................ 22
Warranty ......................... Back Page
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This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use your microwave only as instructed in this manual. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
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Important Safety Instructions
What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions
Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in the Use & Care Guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining or operating a microwave.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels
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Important Safety Instructions
Federal Communications
Grounding Instructions
Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement (U.S.A. Only)
a) A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. b) Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use. c) If a extension cord is used:
1. The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord set should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
2. The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. and
3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be tripped over, snagged, or pulled on unintentionally.
If you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower dound may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times may be longer, too.
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Important Safety Instructions
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy
Adhere to the following precautions:
• DO NOT attempt to operate this oven with the door open
since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tampler with the safety interlock switches.
• DO NOT place any object between the oven front face
and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
• DO NOT use any cleaning materials on the oven door
gasket. Doing so could cause damage.
• DO NOT operate the oven if it is damaged. It is
particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to:
1. door (bent),
2. hinges and latches (broken or loosended),
3. door seals and sealing surfaces.
Oven should not be be adjusted or repaired by anyone
except properaly qualified service personnel.
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Important Safety Instructions
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed to reduce the risk of burns, electric shocks, fire or injury to persons or exposure to excessive microvave energy.
1 READ ALL
2 READ AND FOLLOW the specific “PRECAUTIONS
TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” on page 5.
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This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
found on Page 4
4 Install or locate this oven ONLY in accordance with
the installation instructions in this Use & Care
Manual.
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Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
containers - for example, closed jars - are able to
explode and
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Use this oven ONLY for its intended use as described in this Use & Care Manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this oven. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
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As with any appliance, CLOSE SUPERVISION necessary when used by CHILDREN or INFIRM
PERSONS
8 DO NOT
power plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
9 This oven, including power cord, must be serviced
ONLY by qualified service personnel. Special tools are
required to service oven. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
10 DO NOT cover or block any vents or openings on the
oven.
11 DO NOT store this oven outdoors. DO NOT use this
appliance near water - for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or similar locations.
instructions before using oven.
SHOULD NOT be HEATED in this oven.
.
operate this oven if it has a damaged cord or
12 DO NOT immerse cord or plug in water.
13 Keep cord AWAY from
14 DO NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
15 Review the door cleaning instructions in the Care &
Cleaning section.
To avoid the risk of fir in the oven cavity: injury to persons
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or exposure to excessive microvave energy. a DO NOT overcook food. Carefully attend oven when
paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags
b
before placing bag in oven.
c
If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door CLOSED, turn oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
d DO NOT
paper products, cooking utensils or food in the caity when not in use.
17 Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea are able
overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
18 DO NOT heat baby bottles in oven
Baby food jars shall be open when heated and
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contents stirred or shaken before consumption, in order to avoid burns.
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DO NOT use this oven for commercial purposes it is made for household use only.
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Clean the ventillating hood frequently.
DO NOT allow grease to accumulate on the hood or
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filters.
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Use care when cleaning the ventilating hood filters. Corrosive cleaning agents such as lye-based oven cleaners may damage the filters.
When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
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Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment 36 inches or less wide.
use this oven cavity for storage. DO NOT leave
HEATED
surfaces.
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Microwave features
Front View Bottom View
Features & Specifications
Ventilation openings
Surface lights
Window
Interlock
system
Door
assembly
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2
4
6
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Turntable
ring
assembly
Turntable
Shaft
Turntable
glass
tray
Control
panel
Control panel
(1) Popcorn (2) Beverage (3) Potato (1-3 potatoes) (4) Reheat (3 different settings) (5) Defrost (by time or weight) (6) EasySet (3 instant key settings) (7) numeric pads (0 thru 9)
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(8) Clock (9) Timer (10) Cook Time (11) Power Level (10 power levels available)
5
(12) +30 sec ~ Press this pad to add 30
seconds to cook time. Each press will add additional 30 seconds to the cook time.
(13) START/Pause
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(14) Stop/Cancel (15) Exhaust (High/Low/Off ~ Use to turn the
exhaust fan on, off or to adjust fan speed.
(16) Surface Light ~ Press this pad to turn the
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surface light on or off.
Front
Rear
Ventilation
filters
11
14
15
On / Off (For Canada)
10 12 13
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Oven specifications
Power Supply Input Power Cooking Power Frequency Outer Dimensions (WxHxD) Cavity Volume Net Weight
120VAC, 60 Hz 1,450W 900W 2,450 MHz
29.88”x15.75”x 15.04”
1.5 cubic ft.
52.50 lbs.
Before Operating
Learn more about your microwave oven
To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do
not operate the microwave oven empty.
To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do
not use stoneware, aluminum foil, metal utensils, or metal trimmed utensils in the microwave oven.
Microwave utensil guide
Use
• Oven proof glass (specifically treated for high intensity heat):
Utility dishes, loaf dishes, pie plates, cake plates, liquid measuring cups, casseroles and bowls without metallic trim.
• China:
Bowls, cups, serving plates and platters without metallic trim.
Plastic:
Plastic wrap (as a cover) - lay the plastic wrap loosely over the dish and press it to the sides. Vent plastic wrap by turning back one edge slightly to allow excess steam to escape. The dish should be deep enough so that the plastic wrap will not touch the food. Use plastic dishes, cups, semi-rigid freezer containers and plastic bags for short cooking times. Use these with care because the plastic may soften from the heat of the food.
Paper:
Paper towls, waxed paper, paper napkins and paper plates with no metallic trim or design. Look for the manufacturer’s label for any special instructions for use in the microwave oven.
• Metal utensils:
Metal shields the food from microwave energy and produces uneven cooking. Also, avoid metal skewers, thermometers or foil trays. Metal utensils can cause arcing, which can damage your microwave oven.
• Metal decoration:
Bowls, cups, serving plates and platters without metallic trim.
• Aluminum foil:
Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil because they hinder cooking and may cause harmful arcing. Use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs and wings. Keep ALL aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the side walls of the oven cavity and door of the microwave.
Wood:
Wooden bowls and boards will dry out and may split or crack when you use them in the microwave oven. Baskets made of wood will react in the same way.
Tightly covered utensils:
Be sure to leave openings for steam to escape from covered cookware. Pierce plastic pouches of vegetables or other food items before cooking. Tightly closed pouches may explode.
Brown paper:
Avoid using brown paper bags. They absorb heat and can burn.
Flawed or chipped cooking utensils:
Any utensil that is cracked, flawed or chipped may break in the oven.
• Metal twist ties:
Remove metal twist ties from plastic or paper bags. They become hot and could cause a fire.
Setting the clock
Example: setting clock display for 9:00:
1. Touch Clock touch twice for PM.
Enter time using number pads.
.
2
.
3
Touch
Clock
pad once for AM,
pad again.
Do not use
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Manual Operation
Setting the timer
Example: setting timer for 5 minutes:
1. Touch Timer pad once.
2. Enter desired time using number pads.
3. Touch Timer pad.
When the timer has reached the end of set time, you will hear beep alerts indicating the timer has run out.
Exhaust High / Low / Off
The exhaust ventilation moves steam and other cooking vapors from the cooking surface of the range below the microwave oven.
To operate the exhaust vent, Touch the Exhaust High/Low/Off pad once for the highest speed setting. Touch the pad again to choose the Low speed setting and a 3rd time to turn the exhaust ventilation off.
Note: If the temperature gets too hot around the microwave oven, the fan in the exhaust vent hood will automatically turn on at the LOW setting to cool the oven. The fan will automatically turn off when the internal parts are cool. When this occurs, the vent cannot be turned off.
Control Lock
You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children.
The control lock feature is very useful when cleaning the control panel. The lock will prevent accidental programming when wiping the control panel clean.
Example: to set the control lock ON:
Touch and hold the Stop/Cancel pad for more than 3 seconds. The Lock icon will appear in the display window along with 2 beeps.
Example: to change the control lock from ON to OFF:
Touch and hold the Stop/Cancel pad for more than 3 seconds. The Lock icon will disappear in the display window.
hold for 3
seconds
hold for 3
seconds
Using EasySet
Microwave heating or cooking may be quickly set at 100% power level for 1, 2 or 3 minutes. Use the number keys 1, 2 or 3 to choose the desired minutes of cook time (this option will only work using the 1, 2 or 3 numeric pads):
Example: to quickly heat for 2 minutes at 100% power:
Surface Light / On / Off
Touch the Surface Light/On/Off pad once for a cooking surface light. Press the pad again to turn the light off.
Touch number pads 1, 2 or 3 for desired minutes of cook time.
Note: the EasySet function cannot be set when using the Defrost (by weight) feature.
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Manual Operation
Heating with high power level
Example: to heat for 5 minutes at 100% power:
1
.
Press
Cook Time
2
.
Use the number pads to enter desired heating time (cook time may be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds).
START
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Heating with lower power levels
Using the highest power level to heat foods with does not always give the best results when some types of food need slower cooking, such as roasts, baked goods or custards. Your oven has nine other power levels you may choose.
Example: to heat for 4 minutes at 70% power:
. Press
1
2
.
Cook Time.
Use the number pads to enter desired heating time (cook time may be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds).
Heating with multiple cooking stages
For best results, some microwave recipes call for different power levels or different lengths of time for cooking. Your microwave may be set to change from one stage to another automatically (2 stages maximum).
Example: to cook food for 3 minutes at 80% power and then 50% power for 6 minutes 30 seconds:
1. Press Cook Time.
2. Use the number pads to enter heating time for the 1st stage (cook time may be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds).
3. Press Power Level pad once.
4. Use the number keys to enter power
appears
level for the 1st stage. in the display (80 % power).
5. Press Cook Time pad for 2nd stage.
6. Use the number pads to enter heating time for the 2nd stage (cook time may be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds).
7. Press
Power Level
stage.
PL8
pad for 2nd
Press Power Level
.
3
power level 10 (100% power).
4. Use the number key to change the power level to 7. display (70 % power).
START
Press
.
5
When heating has finished you will hear beeps and "Good" will display.
pad once for
PL7
appears in the
pad.
8. Use the number key to enter power
level for the 2nd stage. PL5 appears in the display (50 % power).
9. Press START pad.
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Manual Operation
Using the Pause key
If at anytime your microwave recipe would require that the food be turned or require you to stop the microwave during the cooking process you may do so after starting the microwave with the START/Pause pad.
To pause the microwave during cooking:
1. Touch START/Pause
2. Touch START/Pause pad again to resume cooking.
Adding cook time (Plus 30 sec.)
This time-saving feature will let you quickly add 30 seconds to any cook time already set when cooking at a 100% power level. This feature may only be used while cooking and with cook time remaining. Each press of this pad will add 30 seconds to the cook time.
Example: to add 1 minute of cook time at the default power level of 100%:
pad once.
Setting Defrost (by Weight)
Example: to defrost 1lb. of food with the default power level and cook time determined automatically:
1. Press Defrost pad once. 0.0 will
appear in the display.
2. Use the numeric pads to input weight of food to defrost in pounds (10 = 1lb.) You may enter any weight from 0.1 to
6.0lbs.
3. Press START
When defrosting has finished you will hear beeps and "Good" will display.
Note: The weight amount must be a valid entry for this feature to start. A valid weight entry is 0.1 to 6.0 pounds.
pad.
Setting Defrost (by Time)
Example: to defrost food with the default 30% power level for 5 minutes:
Press Plus 30 sec. pad twice.
1. Press Defrost appear in the display.
2. Use the number pads to enter desired defrost time (defrost time may be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds).
3. Press START pad.
When heating has finished you will hear beeps and "Good" will display.
Note: Power levels cannot be changed for both defrost (by weight) or defrost (by time) because the defrost performance will be adversely affected.
pad twice. 0:00
will
Special notes for defrosting by time
After pressing
count down remaining defrost time. The oven will beep twice during the defrost cycle. At this time open the door and turn the food if needed and remove any portions that have already thawed. Touch the START/Pause key to resume the defrost cycle.
START/Pause key, the display will
• When heating has finished you will hear beeps.
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Manual Operation
Defrosting tips
When using the
entered should always be pounds (valid entries are from
0.1 to 6.0 pounds).
Use both raw food items only. Defrosting gives best results when food to be thawed is a minimum of 0°F (taken directly from a true freezer). If the food has been stored in a refrigerator-freezer that does not maintain a temperature of 5° F or below, always program a lower food weight or lower cook time to prevent cooking the food.
If the frozen food is stored outside the freezer for up to 20
minutes, enter a reduced cook time or weight.
defrost weight
defrost weight
Defrosting suggestions for meats
For best results, please read these suggestions when defrosting meats.
feature, the weight
defrost time
and
features for
The shape of the package will alter the defrosting time.
Shallow rectangular food packets defrost more quickly than a deep frozen block of food.
Separate pieces as they begin to defrost. Separated
frozen pieces of food defrost better.
Shield warm areas of food with small pieces of foil if they
start to become warm.
You may use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield food
items like chicken wings, leg tips and fish tails, but do not allow the foil to touch the oven cavity walls when defrosting.
Meat
• Roast beef or pork
• Steaks, chops or fish
• Ground meat
• Whole chicken
• Chicken pieces
Normal amount
2.5 to 6 lbs.
(40 to 96 oz.)
0.5 to 3 lbs. (8 to 48 oz.)
0.5 to 3 lbs. (8 to 48 oz.)
2.5 to 6 lbs. (40 to 96 oz.)
0.5 to 3 lbs. (8 to 48 oz.)
Suggestions
Start with the food placed fat side down. After each stage, turn the food over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil. Let stand, covered for 15-30 minutes.
After each stage, rearrange the food. If there are any warm or thawed portions of food, shield them with narrow flat pieces of aluminum foil. Remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted. Let stand, covered for about 5 to 10 minutes.
After each stage, remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted. Let stand, covered with foil for 5 to 10 minutes.
Remove giblets before freezing poultry. Start defrsoting with the breast side down. After the 1st stage, turn the chicken over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil. After the 2nd stage, again shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil. Let stand, covered, for 30 to 60 minutes in the refrigerator.
After each stage, rearrange or remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted. Let stand for 10-20 minutes.
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Reheat
Manual Operation
The reheat feature provides 3 quick preset settings based on serving size to reheat food for your cooking convenience.
Example: to reheat 24 ounces of food.
1. Press Reheat pad 3 times to reheat
24oz. of food. 24oz will appear in the display (see reheat category table).
2. Press START pad.
Reheat cooking suggestions
Reheat
Dinner plate
Directions
Use only pre-cooked, refrigerated foods. Cover plate with vented plastic wrap or waxed paper, tucked under plate. If food is not as hot as you prefer after heating with Reheat, continue heating using manual time and power level settings.
Contents: 3-4 oz. met, poultry or fish (up to 6 oz. with bone)
½ cup starch (potatoes, pasta, rice, etc.)
½ cup of vegetables (about 3-4 oz.)
Reheat Category
8 ounces of food
16 ounces of food
24 ounces of food
Press
once
twice
3 times
1 serving
Display
8 oz
16 oz
24 oz
Amount
(1 plate)
Casserole
Pasta
Cover plate with lid or vented plastic wrap. If food is not as hot as you prefer after heating with Reheat, continue heating using manual time and power level settings.
Stir foods once before serving.
Contents: Casserole-refrigerated foods (for example beef stew or lasagna)
Pasta-Canned spaghetti and ravioli, refrigerated foods.
1 to 4 servings
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Manual Operation
Suggested power levels for cooking
The 10 power levels available with this microwave will help you to adjust to the power output best suited for the food type you are preparing. As with any food prepartion in the microwave, it is best to follow the microwave instructions that are printed on food packaging.
The table below provides suggested power levels for various types of food that you can be prepare in the microwave.
10
9
Microwave
output
100 %
90 %
Use to prepare when:
• Boiling water.
• Cooking ground beef.
• Making candy.
• Cooking fresh fruits & vegetables
• Cooking fish & poultry.
• Preheating browning dish.
• Reheating beverages.
• Cooking bacon slices.
• Reheating meat slices quickly.
• Saute onions, celery & green peppers.
Power
level
High
Suggestions for getting the best results
To help you achieve the best possible results from your microwave oven, read the following suggestions below;
• Storage temperature
Foods taken from the freezer or refrigerator take longer to cook than the same foods would at room temperature.
• Size
Small pieces of food cook faster than large ones. Pieces similar in size and shape will cook more evenly when cooked together. For more even results, reduce the power levels when cooking large pieces of food.
• Natural moisture
Very moist foods cook more evenly because microwave energy heats water molecules very efficiently.
• Stirring
Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetable from the outside to the center to distribute the heat more evenly. This will allow the food to cook faster. Constant stirring is not necessary.
8
80 %
• All reheating.
• Cooking scrambled eggs.
• Turn over items
Turn over foods such as pork chops, roasts or whole cauliflower halfway through the cook time. This will help
7
6
70 %
60 %
• Cooking breads & cereal products.
• Cooking cheese dishes & veal.
• Cakes, muffins, brownies & cupcakes.
• Cooking pasta.
to expose all sides equally to microwave energy.
• Food placement
Place delicate areas of food items, such as asparagus tips, toward the center of the turntable tray.
• Food arrangement
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2
1
50 %
40 %
30 %
20 %
10 %
• Cooking meats & whole poultry.
• Cooking custard.
• Cooking spare ribs, rib roast & sirloin roast.
• Cooking less tender cuts of meat.
• Reheating frozen packaged foods.
• Thawing meat, poultry & seafood.
• Cooking small quantities of food.
• Finish cooking casseroles, stew & some sauces.
• Softening butter & cream cheese.
• Heating small amounts of food.
• Softening ice cream.
• Raise yeast dough.
Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or salmon, with the thicker or meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable tray.
• Let the food stand
After removing the food from the microwave, cover the food with foil or a casserole lid and let it stand to finish cooking. This will help the food finish in the center and avoids overcooking the out edges, The length of stand time depends on the density and surface area of the food items.
• Wrapping in paper towels or waxed paper
Sandwiches and many other food types containing pre­baked bread should be wrapped prior to placing in the microwave to help prevent the food items fro drying out while heating.
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Convenience Operation
Popcorn
• DO NOT leave micowave oven unattended while
popping corn.
The popcorn feature lets you pop 3 different commercially packaged microwave popcorn sized bags. Use the table below to determine the setting to use.
Amount
1.75 oz. (default setting)
3.0 oz.
3.5 oz.
Example: to pop a 3.0 oz. bag of popcorn automatically.
1. Press Popcorn pad (1, 2 or 3 times - refer to table above to change for bag size).
Press popcorn pad
once
2 times
3 times
Beverage
The beverage feature heats 1, 2 or 3 cups of beverage. Use the table below to determine the setting to use.
Amount
1 cup ( about 8 oz.)
2 cups (about 16 oz.)
3 cups (about 24 oz.)
Example: to heat 1 cup of a beverage.
1. Press Beverage pad (1, 2 or 3 times ­refer to table above to change number of servings).
2. Press START pad.
The microwave will beep when finished.
Press beverage pad
once (default setting)
2 times
3 times
2. Press START pad. The microwave will beep when finished.
Potato
The potato feature cooks 1, 2 or 3 (cooking times based on 8 to 24 oz.) potatoes automatically. Use the table below to determine the setting to use.
Amount
1 potato (default setting)
2 potatoes
3 potatoes
Example: to cook 1 potato automatically.
1. Press Potato pad (1, 2 or 3 times - refer to table above to change quantity).
2. Press START pad.
Press potato pad
once
2 times
3 times
The microwave will beep when finished.
Notes:
Before cooking, pierce potatoes with fork several times.
After cookings, let potatoes stand for 5 minutes.
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Convenience Operation
Convenience cooking suggestions
Convenience category
Popcorn
Potato
Beverage
Amount
1.75,3.0,
3.5 oz. 1 pkg.
1,2,3
potatoes
8,16,24 oz.
1,2,3 cups
(8 oz,16 oz,
24 oz.)
Suggestions
Cook a single “microwave-only” bag of popcorn at a time. Use caution when removing and opening the hot popcorn bag from the oven. Let microwave oven cool down at least 5 minutes before using again.
Pierce each potato several times using a fork. Place on turntable in spoke-like fashion. After cooking, let stand for 3-5 minutes. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again. Use the start pad to increase cook time for larger potatoes.
Use a microwave-safe measuring cup or mug; do not cover. Place the beverage in the microwave. After heating, stir well. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again. Beverages heated with the beverage category may be very hot. Remove the container with care.
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Cooking Charts
Cooking meat in your microwave
Be sure to place prepared meats on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. Start cooking the meat fat side down and if necessary, use narrow strips of aluminum foil to shield any bone tips or thin meat areas. After cooking, check the temperature in several places before letting the meat stand the recommended time. Please note that the temperatures in the following charts are temperatures at removal time; the temperature will rise during the standing period.
Meat
• Roast beef boneless
(up to 4 lbs.)
• Roast pork boneless or bone-in
(up to 4 lbs.)
* Expect a 10° F rise in the temperature during the standing period.
Meat
• Beef
• Pork
• Poultry
Power level
High (10) for first 5 minutes, then medium (5)
High (10) for first 5 minutes, then medium (5)
Doneness
Medium
Well Done
Medium
Well Done
Dark meat
Light meat
Cook time
12-17 min./lb. for 160° F (Medium)
14-19 min./lb. for 170° F (Well Done)
15-20 min./lb. for 170° F
(Well Done)
Remove from oven
150° F 160° F
150° F 160° F
170° F 160° F
Directions
Place roast beef fat-side down on roasting rack. Cover with wax paper. Turn over half way through cooking. Let stand* 10-15 minutes.
Place roast pork fat-side down on roasting rack. Cover with wax paper. Turn over half way through cooking. Let stand* 10-15 minutes.
After standing (10-15 min.)
150° F 160° F
150° F 160° F
170° F 160° F
Cooking poultry in your microwave
Be sure to place poultry on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. Cover poultry with wax paper to prevent splattering. Use narrow strips of aluminum foil to shield any bone tips or thin meat areas, or areas that start to overcook. After cooking, check the temperature in several places before letting the meat stand the recommended time.
Poultry
• Whole chicken
(up to 4 lbs.)
• Chicken pieces
(up to 4 lbs.)
Cook time/power level
Cook time: 7-10 min. /lb. 180° F dark meat 170° F dark meat Power level: medium high (7)
Cook time: 7-10 min. /lb. 180° F dark meat 170° F dark meat Power level: medium high (7)
Place chicken breast-side down on roasting rack. Cover with wax paper. Turn over half way through cooking. Cook until juices run clear and meat near bone is no longer pink. Let stand for 5-10 min.
Place chicken bone-side down on dish, with thickest portions toward the inside of dish. Cover with wax paper. Turn over half way through cooking. Cook until juices run clear and meat near bone is no longer pink. Let stand for 5-10 min.
Directions
Cooking eggs in your microwave
• Never cook eggs in the shell and never warm hard­cooked eggs in the shell; they can explode.
• Always pierce whole eggs to keep them from bursting.
• Cook eggs just until set; they will become tough if overcooked.
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Cooking Charts
Cooking vegetables in your microwave
• Vegetables should be washed just before cooking. Rarely is extra water needed. If dense vegetables such as potatoes, carrots and greens are being cooked, add about ¼ cup of water.
• Small vegetables (sliced carrots, peas, lima beans, etc.) will cook faster than larger vegetables.
• Whole vegetables, such as potatoes, acorn squash or corn on the cob, should be arranged in a circle on the turntable before cooking. The will cook more evenly if turned over halfway through cooking.
• Always place vegetables like asparagus and broccoli with the stem ends pointing towards the edge of the dish and the tips toward the center.
Cooking seafood in your microwave
Place fish on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. Be sure to always cook fish until it flakes easily with a fork. Use a tight cover to steam fish; a lighter cover of wax paper or paper towel provides less steaming. And be sure not to overcook fish; check it for doneness at a minimum cooking time before cooking longer.
• When cooking cut vegetables, always cover the dish with a lid or vented microwavable plastic wrap.
• Whole, unpeeled vegetables such as potatoes, squash, eggplant, etc., should have their skin pricked in several locations before cooking to prevent them from bursting.
• For more even cooking, stir or rearrange whole vegetables halfway through the cook time.
• Most of the time, the denser the food the longer the required standing time. For example, a baked potato should stand for 5 minutes before serving, while a dish of peas may be served immediately.
Seafood
Fish steaks
Up to 1½ lbs.
Fish fillets
Up to 1½ lbs.
Shrimp
Up to 1½ lbs.
Cook time/power level
Cook time: 7-11 min./lb. Power level: med-high (7)
Cook time: 4-8 min./lb. Power level: med-high (7)
Cook time: 4-6½ min./lb. Power level: med-high (7)
Directions
Arrange fish on roasting rack with meaty portions towards the outside of rack. Cover with wax paper. Turn over and rearrange halfway through cook time. Cook until fish flakes easily with fork. Let stand 3-5 mins.
Arrange fillets in a baking dish, thuring any thin pieces under. Cover with wax paper. If over ½ inch thick, turn over and rearrange halfway through cook time. Cook until fish flakes easily with fork. Let stand 2-3 mins.
Arrange shrimp in a baking dish without overlapping or layering. Cover with wax paper. Cook until firm and opaue, stirring 2 or 3 times. Let stand 5 mins.
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Care & Cleaning
Cleaning the exhaust filters
The oven ventilation exhaust filters should be removed and cleaned often; generally at least once every month.
To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not operate oven hood without filters properly in place.
Surface lights
Front
Rear
Ventilation
filters
Surface light replacement
To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, wear gloves when replacing the light bulbs.
Unplug the microwave oven or turn off power at the main
.
1
circuit breaker.
.
2
Remove the bulb cover mounting screw at light position under the microwave.
.
3
Replace bulb with 30 watt appliance bulb.
4.
Re-install bulb cover and mounting screw.
1. To remove the exhaust ventilation filters, slide the filter to the rear. Then pull filter downward and push to the other side. The filter will drop out. Repeat for the 2nd filter.
2. Soak the ventilation filters in hot water using a mild detergent. Rinse well and shake to dry. Do not use
ammonia or wash in a dishwasher. The aluminum on the filter will corrode and darken.
3. To reinstall the exhaust ventilation filter, slide it into the side slot, then push up and toward oven to lock. Reinstall the 2nd filter using the same procedure.
5. Plug the microwave back into the power supply or turn the power back on at the main circuit breaker.
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Care & Cleaning
Over light replacement
1. To relace light bulb, first disconnect power to the microwave oven at the circuit breaker panel or by unplugging
2. Remove the vent grill mounting screws.
3. Pull the vent grill away from the unit.
5. Open light cover located behind filter mounting by carefully
pulling up on the front edge.
4.Remove the charcoal filter by pushing it inwards, then turn and pull it away from the unit.
6. Remove old light bulb and replace only with equivalent 30 watt bulb available from parts distributor. Bulbs are also available at most hardware stores or lighting centers.
Note: DO NOT USE BULB LARGER THAN 30 WATTS.
7. Replace the microwave oven light cover by carefully pushing into place. Replace the charcoal filter. Push the vent grill back into place (engaging both the bottom and top tabs) and replace the vent grill mouting screws.
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Cleaning suggestions
Care & Cleaning
For best performance and for safety reasons, keep the oven clean inside and outside. Take special care to keep the inner door panel and oven fron frame free of food and grease build-up.
Never use rough scouring powder or pads
microwave. Wipe the microwave oven inside and out with a soft cloth and and warm (not hot) mild detergent solution. Then rinse and wipe completely dry.
Wipe spatters immediately with a wet paper towel, especially after cooking greasy foods like chicken or bacon.
Clean your microwave oven weekly or more often, if needed.
Follow these instructions to clean and care for your microwave oven:
Keep the inside (cavity) of the oven clean. Food particles
and spilled liquids can stick to the oven walls, causing the oven to work less efficiently.
Wipe up spills immediately. Use a damp, clean cloth and mild soap. DO NOT use harsh detergents or abrasive cleaners.
on the
Wash the oven door window with very mild soap and water. Be sure to use a soft clean cloth to avoid scratching.
If steam accumulates inside or outside the oven door,
wipe with a soft cloth. Steam can accumulate when operating the oven in high humidity and in no way indicates microwave leakage.
Never operate the oven without food in the oven cavity;
this can damage the magnetron tube or glass tray. You may wish to leave a cup of water standing inside the oven when it is not in use to prevent damage if the oven is accidentally turned on.
To help loosen baked-on food particles or liquids, heat 2 cups of water (add the juice of 1 lemon if you desire to keep the oven fresh smelling) in a 4 cup measuring glass at High power for 5 minutes or until boiling. Let stand in oven cavity for 1 or 2 minutes.
Remove the glass turntable tray from the oven when cleaning the oven cavity or tray. To prevent the glass turntable from breaking, handle with care and do not put it in water immediately after cooking. Wash the turntable tray in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher.
Clean the outside surface of the microwave with soap and a clean damp cloth. Dry with a clean soft cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts of the oven, do not let water seep into any vents or openings.
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Troubleshooting guide
Before You Call
Solutions to Common Problems
If you have a problem you cannot solve, please do not hesitate to call our service line:
Questions or for Service Call:
1-800-944-9044(US)
1-800-265-8352(Canada)
Before you call a repair person for your microwave, check the list below for possible easy solutions to some common problems.
Neither the microwave’s display or oven operates -
Properly insert the plug into a grounded power outlet.
If the outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure the wall switch is turned on.
Remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds, then plug the microwave in again.
Reset the household circuit breaker or replace any blown fuses.
Plug a different appliance into the power outlet. If the other appliance will not operate, have a qualified electrician repair the outlet.
Plug the microwave into a different power outlet.
The oven display works, but the oven will not operate -
Make sure the oven door is closed securely and completely.
Check to see if packing material or other materials are stuck to the door seal.
Check for damage to the oven door.
Press the
enter cooking instructions.
Plug a different appliance into the power outlet. If the other appliance will not operate, have a qualified electrician repair the outlet.
Plug the microwave into a different power outlet.
STOP/cancel
pad twice and attempt to re-
The power goes off before the cook time has elapsed -
If there has been a power interruption, remove the plug
from the outlet; wait 10 seconds, then plug the microwave in again. If there was a power outage, the time indicator in the display will show 00:00.
Reset the clock and any cooking instructions.
Reset the household circuit breaker or replace any blown
fuses.
Press the STOP/cancel pad twice and attempt to re-
enter cooking instructions.
Plug a different appliance into the power outlet. If the
other appliance will not operate, have a qualified electrician repair the outlet.
Plug the microwave into a different power outlet.
Food is cooking too slowy -
Make sure the oven is on a seperate 15 amp circuit line.
Operating another appliance on the same circuit can cause a voltage drop. If necessary, move the microwave to its own circuit.
You see sparks or arcing -
Remove any metallic utensils, cookware or metal ties
from the oven cavity. If using aluminum foil, use only narrow strips and allow at least one inch between the foil and the interior oven walls.
The turntable makes noises or sticks -
Clean the turntable, roller ring and oven cavity bottom.
Make sure the turntable and roller ring are positioned
correctly.
Using your microwave causes TV or radio interference -
This is similar to the interference caused by other small
appliances, such as hair dryers. Move your microwave further away from other appliances, like your TV or radio.
Please note : If the oven is set to cook for more than 25 minutes at 100% power level, it will automatically adjust itself to a 70% power level after 25 minutes to avoid overcooking.
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Notes
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Major Appliance Warranty Information
Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.
Exclusions
This warranty does not cover the following:
1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily determined.
2. Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or Canada.
3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.
4. Products purchased "as-is" are not covered by this warranty.
5. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.
6. Products used in a commercial setting.
7. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.
8. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.
9. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc.,which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.
10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumables, or knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.
11. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.
12. Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to floors, cabinets, walls, etc.
13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
If You Need Service
This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp. Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice.
USA
1.800.944.9044
Electrolux Major Appliances North America P.O. Box 212378 Augusta, GA 30907
Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below.
1.800.265.8352
Electrolux Canada Corp.
5855 Terry Fox Way
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Canada
L5V 3E4
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