Ikea IMH16XSQ, IMH16XSS Owner's Manual

MICROWAVE HOOD

COMBINATION

Use and Care Guide

For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.

In Canada, for assistance, installation or service, call: 1-800-807-6777.

ENSEMBLE FOUR À

MICRO-ONDES/HOTTE

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service composez le 1-800-807-6777.

Table of Contents/Table des matières .........................................

Models/Modèles IMH16 IMH15

W10215508A

TABLE OF CONTENTS
MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY ...........................	3
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................	4
PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................	5
Turntable ......................................................................................	5
MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL....................................................	5
Display..........................................................................................	5
Start ..............................................................................................	6
Off Cancel.....................................................................................	6
Add 1 Minute................................................................................	6
Clock ............................................................................................	6
Tones............................................................................................	6
Control Lock.................................................................................	6
Vent Fan .......................................................................................	6
Cooktop Light...............................................................................	6
MICROWAVE OVEN USE ..............................................................	7
Food Characteristics....................................................................	7
Cooking Guidelines......................................................................	7
Cookware and Dinnerware ..........................................................	8
Aluminum Foil and Metal .............................................................	8
Microwave Cooking Power..........................................................	8
Manual Cooking ...........................................................................	9
Cooking in Stages (or steps)........................................................	9
Popcorn........................................................................................	9
Baked Potato .............................................................................	10
Reheating ...................................................................................	10
Defrosting ...................................................................................	10
MICROWAVE OVEN CARE..........................................................	11
General Cleaning........................................................................	11
Replacing Filters.........................................................................	12
Replacing Cooktop Light ...........................................................	12
Replacing Microwave Oven Light..............................................	13
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................	13
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................	15
In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................	15
In Canada ...................................................................................	15
Replacement Parts.....................................................................	15
WARRANTY ..................................................................................	16

TABLE DES MATIÈRES
SÉCURITÉ DE L’ENSEMBLE FOUR À MICRO-ONDES/HOTTE....	17
Spécifications électriques ..........................................................	19
PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..............................................	19
Plateau rotatif .............................................................................	19
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES .......	20
Affichage.....................................................................................	20
Mise en marche..........................................................................	20
Arrêt annulation ..........................................................................	20
Ajouter 1 minute .........................................................................	21
Horloge .......................................................................................	21
Signaux sonores.........................................................................	21
Verrouillage des commandes.....................................................	21
Ventilateur d'évacuation.............................................................	21
Lampe de la table de cuisson ....................................................	21
UTILISATION DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES ...............................	22
Caractéristiques des aliments....................................................	22
Guide de cuisson........................................................................	22
Ustensiles de cuisson et vaisselle..............................................	23
Papier d’aluminium et métal.......................................................	23
Puissance de cuisson des micro-ondes....................................	23
Cuisson manuelle.......................................................................	24
Cuisson par étapes ....................................................................	24
Maïs éclaté .................................................................................	24
Pomme de terre au four .............................................................	25
Réchauffage ...............................................................................	25
Décongélation ............................................................................	26
ENTRETIEN DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES .................................	26
Nettoyage général ......................................................................	26
Remplacement des filtres ..........................................................	27
Remplacement de la lampe de la table de cuisson...................	28
Remplacement de la lampe du four à micro-ondes..................	28
DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................	29
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................	30
Pièces de rechange et accessoires ...........................................	30
GARANTIE.....................................................................................	31

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

DANGER

WARNING

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

■Read all instructions before using the microwave oven.

■Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found in this section.

■The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found in this section and in the provided Installation Instructions.

■Install or locate the microwave oven only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.

■Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and sealed containers – for example, closed glass jars – are able to explode and should not be heated in the microwave oven.

■Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in the microwave oven. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

■As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.

■Do not operate the microwave oven if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

■The microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Call an authorized service company for examination, repair, or adjustment.

■See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Microwave Oven Care” section.

■To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

–Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the microwave 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 before placing bags in oven.

–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.

–Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.

■Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. 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 THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.

To reduce the risk of injury to persons:

–Do not overheat the liquid.

–Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.

–Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.

–After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.

–Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.

■Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be inserted in the microwave oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.

■Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

■Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment.

■Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of 36" (91.44 cm).

■Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.

■Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in the “PAN BROWN” mode (on models with this feature).

■Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.

■Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven when the microwave oven is in operation.

■When flambeing foods under the hood, turn the fan on.

■Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filter.

■Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave oven.

■Do not store this microwave oven outdoors. Do not use the microwave oven near water - for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, or similar locations.

■Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

■Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

■Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

■Do not mount over a sink.

■Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a)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 tamper with the safety interlocks.

(b)Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

(c)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 the:

(1)Door (bent),

(2)Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),

(3)Door seals and sealing surfaces.

(d)The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Required:

■A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15or 20-amp electrical supply with a fuse or circuit breaker.

Recommended:

■A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker.

■A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

■For all cord connected appliances:

The microwave oven must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the microwave oven is properly grounded.

Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.

PARTS AND FEATURES

This manual may cover several different models. The model you have purchased may have some or all of the features shown here. The appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from the illustrations in this manual.

		A	B	C	D	E
F	G	H		I	J	K

A.Vent grille

B.Model and serial number plate

C.Charcoal filter (behind vent grille)

D.Microwave oven light

E.Microwave inlet cover

F. Door lock system

G. Metal shielded window

H.Cooking guide label

I.Cooktop light

J.Grease filters

K.Control panel

Parts and Features not shown

Turntable

A.Turntable

B.Hub

C.Support

The turntable can rotate in either direction to help cook food more evenly. For best cooking results, do not operate the microwave oven without having the turntable in place. See “Assistance or Service” to reorder any of the parts.

To Install:

1.Remove tape from the hub.

2.Place the support on the microwave oven cavity bottom.

3.Place the turntable on the support.

Fit the raised, curved lines in the center of the turntable bottom between the three spokes of the hub. The rollers on the support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge.

MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL

Display

When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, a “:” will blink in the display. Touch OFF CANCEL to stop the blinking. If the “:” blinks in the display at any other time, a power failure

has occurred. Touch OFF CANCEL and reset the clock if needed.

If an invalid value has been entered, the invalid entry tones will sound, and the input prompt will reappear in the display. Retry your entry.

When the microwave oven is in use, the display shows cooking power, quantities, weights and/or prompts. When the microwave oven is not in use (standby mode), the display shows the time of day or Timer countdown.

The speed of the scrolling text may be adjusted, if necessary.

To Adjust Scroll Speed:

1.Touch and hold CLOCK for 3 seconds until 2 tones sound.

2.Touch number pad “1” for SLOW, “2” for NORMAL or “3” for FAST.

3.Touch START to complete the adjustment.

The display language may be changed.

To Change Language:

1.Touch and hold number pad “0” for 3 seconds until 2 tones sound.

2.Touch number pad “1” for ENGLISH or “2” for FRENCH.

3.Touch START to set the language.

Start

The START pad begins any function. If it is not touched within 5 seconds after touching a pad, “PRESS START” will scroll in the display as a reminder. If START pad is not touched within 2 minutes after touching a pad, the display will return to the

time of day mode and the programmed function will be canceled.

If cooking is interrupted by opening the door, touching START will resume the preset cycle.

If the microwave oven has not been in use, and the door has not been opened in the past 5 minutes, the cooking function will not start. This happens to avoid unintended starting of the microwave oven. Open and close the door, then touch START to start the cooking cycle.

Tones

Tones are audible signals that can be turned off.

To Turn Off/On Valid Entry Tones: With the microwave oven in standby mode, touch and hold the number pad “1” for 3 seconds until 2 tones sound. Touch and hold number pad “1” to turn tones back on.

To Turn Off All Tones (except hidden feature tones): With the microwave oven in standby mode, touch and hold the number pad “2” for 3 seconds until 2 tones sound. Touch and hold number pad “2” to turn tones back on.

These tones indicate the following:

One tone

■Valid entry (short tone)

Two tones

■End of stage in multistage cooking

■Control Lock active

■Hidden feature has been entered or exited

■Reminder, repeat each minute after the end-of-cycle tones

Three tones

■Invalid entry

Four tones

■End of cycle

Off Cancel

The OFF CANCEL pad stops most functions except for the Control Lock.

The microwave oven will also turn off when the door is opened. Close the door and touch START to resume the cycle.

Add 1 Minute

The ADD 1 MINUTE control automatically starts the microwave oven at 100% power for 1 minute, and adds 1 minute of cook time, up to 10 minutes, with each additional touch of the control.

Touching ADD 1 MINUTE during a manual cook cycle will add 1 minute of cook time at the current cook power.

If the microwave oven has not been in use, and the door has not been opened in the past 5 minutes, the ADD 1 MINUTE control will not start the cooking cycle. This happens to avoid unintended starting of the microwave oven. Open and close the door, then touch ADD 1 MINUTE to start the cooking cycle.

Clock

This is a standard 12-hour clock (12:00-11:59) and does not show a.m. or p.m.

To Set:

The microwave oven and timer must be off.

1.Touch CLOCK.

2.Touch the number pads to set the time of day.

3.Touch CLOCK or START.

To Remove:

1.Touch CLOCK.

2.Touch 0.

3.Touch CLOCK.

The time will disappear, and “:” will appear on the display.

Control Lock

The Control Lock shuts down the control panel pads to avoid unintended use of the microwave oven.

When the control is locked, only the Vent Fan and Light pads will function. If any other control pad is touched, “LOCKED” will appear in the display and the invalid entry tones will sound.

To Lock/Unlock Control: The microwave oven must be in standby mode. Touch and hold OFF CANCEL for 3 seconds until 2 tones sound and a padlock icon appears in the display. Repeat to unlock and remove the padlock icon from display.

Vent Fan

The vent (exhaust) fan has 2 speeds: high and low.

If the temperature from the range or cooktop below the microwave oven gets too hot, the vent fan will automatically turn on at high speed. It may stay on for up to 1 hour to cool the microwave oven. When this occurs, the vent fan cannot be turned off. If the vent fan pad is touched during automatic fan operation, “AUTO FAN IS ON, FAN SPEED WILL REMAIN ON UNTIL HEAT IS NO LONGER SENSED” will scroll in the display as a reminder.

The vent fan is also the cooling fan, and will start at low speed when any cooking function begins. It will remain on until the cooking function ends.

To Turn Vent Fan On/Off: Touch VENT FAN pad once for high, twice for low or 3 times for off.

Cooktop Light

The cooktop light has 3 settings: high, low and off.

To Turn Light On/Off: Touch LIGHT pad once for high, twice for low or 3 times for off.

MICROWAVE OVEN USE

A magnetron in the microwave oven produces microwaves which reflect off the metal floor, walls and ceiling and pass through the turntable and appropriate cookware to the food. Microwaves are attracted to and absorbed by fat, sugar and water molecules in the food, causing them to move, producing friction and heat which cooks the food.

■To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not lean on or allow children to swing on the microwave oven door.

■To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not operate when it is empty.

■Baby bottles and baby food jars should not be heated in microwave oven.

■Clothes, flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, gourds, paper, including brown paper bags and newspaper, should not be dried in microwave oven.

■Paraffin wax will not melt in the microwave oven because it does not absorb microwaves.

■Use oven mitts or pot holders when removing containers from microwave oven.

■Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the recommended cook time, potatoes should be slightly firm. Let potatoes stand for 5 minutes. They will finish cooking while standing.

■Do not cook or reheat whole eggs inside the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to burst, requiring significant cleanup of microwave oven cavity. Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time.

Food Characteristics

When microwave cooking, the amount, size and shape, starting temperature, composition and density of the food affect cooking results.

Amount of Food

The more food heated at once, the longer the cook time needed. Check for doneness and add small increments of time if necessary.

Size and Shape

Smaller pieces of food will cook more quickly than larger pieces, and uniformly shaped foods cook more evenly than irregularly shaped food.

Starting Temperature

Room temperature foods will heat faster than refrigerated foods, and refrigerated foods will heat faster than frozen foods.

Composition and Density

Foods high in fat and sugar will reach a higher temperature, and will heat faster than other foods. Heavy, dense foods, such as meat and potatoes, require a longer cook time than the same size of a light, porous food, such as cake.

Cooking Guidelines

Covering

Covering food helps retain moisture, shorten cook time and reduce spattering. Use the lid supplied with cookware. If a lid is not available, wax paper, paper towels or plastic wrap approved for microwave ovens may be used. Plastic wrap should be turned back at one corner to provide an opening to vent steam. Condensation on the door and cavity surfaces is normal during heavy cooking.

Stirring and Turning

Stirring and turning redistribute heat evenly to avoid overcooking the outer edges of food. Stir from outside to center. If possible, turn food over from bottom to top.

Arranging

If heating irregularly shaped or different sized foods, arrange the thinner parts and smaller sized items toward the center. If cooking several items of the same size and shape, place them in a ring pattern, leaving the center of the ring empty.

Piercing

Before heating, use a fork or small knife to pierce or prick foods that have a skin or membrane, such as potatoes, egg yolks, chicken livers, hot dogs, and sausage. Prick in several places to allow steam to vent.

Shielding

Use small, flat pieces of aluminum foil to shield the thin pieces of irregularly shaped foods, bones and foods such as chicken wings, leg tips and fish tail. See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” first.

Standing Time

Food will continue to cook by the natural conduction of heat even after the microwave cooking cycle ends. The length of standing time depends on the volume and density of the food.

Cookware and Dinnerware

Cookware and dinnerware must fit on the turntable. Always use oven mitts or pot holders when handling because any dish may become hot from heat transferred from the food. Do not use cookware and dinnerware with gold or silver trim. Use the following chart as a guide, then test before using.

MATERIAL	RECOMMENDATIONS
Aluminum Foil,	See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” section.
Metal

Browning Dish	Bottom must be at least 3/16" (5 mm)
	above the turntable. Follow manufacturer’s
	recommendations.

Ceramic Glass,	Acceptable for use.
Glass

China,	Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Earthenware

Melamine	Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.

Paper: Towels,	Use nonrecycled and those approved by
Dinnerware,	the manufacturer for microwave oven use.
Napkins

Plastic: Wraps,	Use those approved by the manufacturer
Bags, Covers,	for microwave oven use.
Dinnerware,
Containers

Pottery and Clay	Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.

Silicone	Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Bakeware

Straw, Wicker,	Do not use in microwave oven.
Wooden
Containers

Wax Paper	Acceptable for use.

To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for Microwave Use:

1.Place cookware or dinnerware in microwave oven with 1 cup (250 mL) of water beside it.

2.Cook at 100% cooking power for 1 minute.

Do not use cookware or dinnerware if it becomes hot and the water stays cool.

Aluminum Foil and Metal

Always use oven mitts or pot holders when removing dishes from the microwave oven.

Aluminum foil and some metal can be used in the microwave oven. If not used properly, arcing (a blue flash of light) can occur and cause damage to the microwave oven.

OK for Use

Racks and bakeware supplied with the microwave oven (on some models), aluminum foil for shielding, and approved meat thermometers may be used with the following guidelines:

■To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not allow aluminum foil or metal to touch the inside cavity walls, ceiling or floor.

■Always use the turntable.

■To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not allow contact with another metal object during microwave cooking.

Do Not Use

Metal cookware and bakeware, gold, silver, pewter, nonapproved meat thermometers, skewers, twist ties, foil liners such as sandwich wrappers, staples and objects with gold or silver trim or a metallic glaze should not be used in the microwave oven.

Microwave Cooking Power

Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking power to use by percent or name. For example, 70%=Medium-High.

Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested cooking power of specific foods.

PERCENT/NAME	USE
100%, High	Quick heating convenience foods and
(default setting)	foods with high water content, such as
	soups, beverages and most vegetables.

90%	Cooking small, tender pieces of meat,
	ground meat, poultry pieces and fish fillets.
	Heating cream soups.

80%	Heating rice, pasta or stirrable casseroles.
	Cooking and heating foods that need a
	cook power lower than high. For example,
	whole fish and meat loaf.

70%,	Reheating a single serving of food.
Medium-High

60%	Cooking sensitive foods such as cheese
	and egg dishes, pudding and custards.
	Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as
	lasagna.

50%, Medium	Cooking ham, whole poultry and pot
	roasts.
	Simmering stews.

40%	Melting chocolate.
	Heating bread, rolls and pastries.

30%, Medium-	Defrosting bread, fish, meats, poultry and
Low, Defrost	precooked foods.

20%	Softening butter, cheese, and ice cream.

10%, Low	Taking chill out of fruit.

Manual Cooking

To Use:

1.Place food on the turntable and close the door.

2.Touch COOK TIME, then enter a length of time to cook. If cooking with 100% power, skip Step 3.

3.Touch COOK POWER, then enter the desired power level using the appropriate number pad

Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to select the desired power level. See “Microwave Cooking Power” chart.

4.Touch START.

The display will count down the cook time.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones.

5.Touch OFF CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones.

The cook time and power may be changed after touching START without interrupting cooking.

To Change Cook Time: Touch COOK TIME. The countdown will freeze for a few seconds. Enter the new cook time and touch START or wait a few seconds for the countdown to resume.

To Change Cook Power: Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to scroll through the cook power levels. Touch START.

Cooking in Stages (or steps)

The microwave oven can be set for manual cooking at different cooking powers for various lengths of time, up to 2 stages.

To Cook in Stages:

1.Place food on the turntable and close the door.

2.Touch COOK TIME, then enter length of time to cook for the first stage.

If cooking with 100% power, skip Step 3.

3.Touch COOK POWER, then enter the desired power level for the first stage. See “Microwave Cooking Power” chart.

4.Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the second stage.

5.Touch START.

The display will count down each of the cook times. The display will switch briefly to “STEP 1” or “STEP 2” every 30 seconds during their respective stages.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones.

6.Touch OFF CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones.

The cook time and cooking power of the operating stage can be changed after touching START without interrupting cooking.

To Change Cook Time: Touch COOK TIME. The countdown will freeze for a few seconds. Enter the new cook time and touch START or wait a few seconds for the countdown to resume.

To Change Cook Power: Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to scroll through the cook power levels. Touch START.

Popcorn

Popping time has been preset based on commercially packaged microwave popcorn. The preset programs are for bag sizes

3.5 oz (99 g), 3.0 oz (85 g) and 1.75 oz (50 g). For bag sizes not listed in this section, follow directions on the package.

NOTE: During Popcorn function, as with all microwave cooking functions, the microwave oven should be attended at all times. Listen for popping to slow to 1 pop every 1 or 2 seconds, then stop the cycle.

■To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not use regular paper bags or glassware.

■Pop only one package of popcorn at a time.

■Follow manufacturer’s instructions when using a microwave popcorn popper.

■For best cooking results, do not try to pop unpopped kernels.

■Use fresh bags of popcorn for optimal results.

■Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content.

■If popcorn volume is less than expected, try placing a microwave-safe dish upside down on the turntable, placing a fresh popcorn bag on the dish, and then starting the cycle.

NOTE: The Popcorn times are programmed to run 15 seconds longer than the actual pop time. During this 15-second period, the magnetron is off, and the microwave oven is cooling. This allows the microwave oven to pop another bag of popcorn immediately following the cycle.

To Use POPCORN:

1.Place popcorn bag on the turntable, and close the door.

2.Touch POPCORN.

Bag size selections will scroll across the display.

3.Enter the bag size, in ounces, using the number pads (invalid numbers will not be accepted)

Touch POPCORN repeatedly to scroll through the bag size selections.

4.Touch START.

The display will count down the popping time.

When the popcorn cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones.

5.Touch OFF CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones.

Baked Potato

One to four 10 oz (283 g) potatoes may be baked automatically in the microwave oven by using the Baked Potato function.

■Pierce each potato several times with a fork before baking.

■Place a single potato on the turntable, off to the side (not centered). Place 2, 3 or 4 potatoes on the turntable around the edges, at least 1" (2.5 cm) apart.

■Let potato(es) stand for 5 minutes after baking.

To Bake Potatoes:

1.Place potato(es) on the turntable and close the door.

2.Touch BAKED POTATO.

3.Enter the number of pieces

Touch BAKED POTATO repeatedly to select a number.

4.Touch START.

The display will count down the cook time.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones.

5.Touch OFF CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones.

Reheating

Times and cooking power have been preset for reheating specific food types. Use the following chart as a guide.

FOOD	PAD	QUANTITY/INSTRUCTIONS

Pizza	1	1-3 slices, 3 oz (85 g) each
		(refrigerated)/
		Place pizza slice(s) on paper towel
		or paper plate.

Casserole	2	1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/
		Place in microwave-safe container,
		and cover with plastic wrap. Stir
		and let stand 2-3 minutes after
		reheating.

Dinner Plate	3	1 serving (1 plate), 8-10 oz (227-
		283 g)/
		Place food on plate, cover with
		plastic wrap and vent. Let stand
		2-3 minutes after reheating.

Soup/Sauce	4	1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/
		Place in microwave-safe container.
		Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
		Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after
		reheating.

Baked Goods	5	1-6 pieces, 2 oz (57 g) each*/
(example: medium		Place on paper towel.
muffin or bagel)

*For smaller rolls, 2 rolls may be counted as 1 piece.

To Use Reheat:

1.Place food on the turntable, and close the door.

2.Touch REHEAT.

3.Select food by entering the number from the chart

Touch REHEAT repeatedly to scroll through food selections.

4.Enter quantity.

5.Touch START.

The display will count down the reheat time.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones.

6.Touch OFF CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones.

To Reheat Manually: Follow directions in “Manual Cooking” section, and use 70% cooking power. See “Microwave Cooking Power” chart.

Defrosting

The Auto Defrost feature can be used or the microwave oven can be manually set to defrost.

■Unwrap foods and remove lids (for example, from fruit juice containers) before defrosting.

■Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than deep blocks.

■Separate food pieces as soon as possible during or at the end of cycle for more even defrosting.

■Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such as chicken wings, leg tips and fish tails. See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” first.

The Auto Defrost system has 3 categories: Meat, Poultry and Fish. It should not be used for food left outside the freezer more than 20 minutes and frozen ready-made food. Use the following chart as a guide.

MEAT

Beef: ground, steaks, roast, stew

Lamb: stew and chops

Pork: chops, ribs, roasts, sausage

The narrow or fatty areas of irregular shaped cuts should be shielded with foil before defrosting.

Do not defrost less than 1/4 lb (113 g) or two 4 oz (113 g) patties.

Place all meats in microwavesafe baking dish.

POULTRY

	Chicken: whole and cut up	Place in microwave-safe
		baking dish, chicken breast
	Cornish hens	baking dish, chicken breast
	Cornish hens	side up.
		side up.
	Turkey: breast

	FISH

	Fillets, Steaks, Whole,	Place in microwave-safe
	Shellfish	baking dish.

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