Kenmore 11171513810 Owner’s Manual

Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado

Kenmore Elite

1.5 Cu. Ft., 1000 Watts

1.5 Pies.Cúbicos, 1000 Vatios

Models/Modelos:

111.71513810 - Stainless Steel /

Acero Inoxidable

Customer Assistance/Asistencia al Cliente

1-844-553-6667 press 2/presione 2

Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com

®

IMPORTANT!
FAN OPERATION NOTICE

At the end of longer cooking cycles it is normal operation for
the fan to continue running to cool the oven electronic system.
After 5 minutes with no further cooking activity the fan will
automatically shut off. However, you can begin a new
cooking cycle even while the fan is running.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY

(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since this 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 this 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) or DOOR METAL SCREEN (cracks or breaks)
(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.
(e) WARNING :

any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives

protection against exposure to microwave energy.

(f) WARNING :

they are liable to explode.

(g) WARNING :

instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and

understands the hazards of improper use.

(h) WARNING :

should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperature generated. (if

provided)

WARNING! The use of this appliance can expose you to chemicals known to
the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out

Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since

Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate

When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children

Specifications

Model: 111.71513810
Rated Voltage: 120V~ 60Hz
Rated Output Power(Microwave): 1000 W
Rated Input Power(Microwave): 1650 W
Grill: 1200 W
Convection: 1450 W
Combination: 1700 W
Oven Capacity: 1.5 cu.ft. / 42 L
Turntable Diameter: Ø 13.4 inch / 340 mm
External Dimensions: 22.9X22.0X14.9 inch (582X559X379 mm)
Net Weight: Approx. 48.9 Lbs (22.2 kg)

EN-1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING

1. Read all instructions before using the
appliance.

2. Read and follow the specic: "PRECAU­TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY"

found on page 1.

3. As with most cooking appliances, close
supervision is necessary to reduce the risk

of a re in the oven cavity.

4. To reduce the risk of re in the oven

cavity:

i) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend

the appliance when paper, plastic, or
other combustible materials are placed
inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
ii) Remove wire twist-ties and metal
handles from paper or plastic containers/
bags before placing them in the oven.
iii) If materials inside the oven ignite,
keep the oven door closed. Turn the
oven off, and unplug the appliance.
Disconnect the power cord, shut off
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

iv) Do not use the oven cavity for storage

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

v) Never operate an empty microwave

oven. Arcing or sparking in the oven
cavity may occur.

5. This oven must be grounded. Connect
only to properly grounded outlet. See

"GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found on

page 4.

6. Install or locate this oven only in
accordance with the installation
instructions provided.

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

To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, re, injury to persons or

exposure to excessive microwave oven energy when using your
appliance, follow basic safety precautions, including the following:

8. Use this appliance only for its intended

uses as described in this manual. Do
not use corrosive chemicals or vapors
in this appliance. This oven is
specically designed to heat or cook
or dry food. It is not designed for
industrial or laboratory use.

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

10. Do not operate this oven if it has a

damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly or if it has been
damaged or dropped.

11. This microwave should be serviced

only by qualifed service personnel.

12. Do not cover or block any openings on

the oven.

13. Do not store or use this appliance

outdoors.

14. Do not use this oven near water, for

example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, or
similar locations.

15. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

16. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

17. Do not let cord hang over edge of

table or counter.

18. When cleaning surfaces of door and

oven that come together on closing
the door, use only mild, nonabrasive
soaps or detergents applied with a
sponge or soft cloth.

19.

Do not consume foods immediately after

the oven nishes cooking. Heated foods,

especially pizza, may burn your mouth.
Allow foods to cool to a safe eating
temperature.

20. This appliance is for private household

use only.

EN-2

21. 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.

i) Do not overheat the liquid.
ii) Stir the liquid both before and

halfway through heating it.

iii) Do not use straight-sided containers

with narrow necks.

iv) After heating, allow the container

to stand in the microwave oven for
a short time before removing the
container.

v) Use extreme care when inserting

a spoon or other utensil into the
container.

ARCING

22. Oversized foods or oversized metal
utensils should not be inserted in a
thicrowave oven as they may create a

re or risk of electric shock.

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

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

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

26. Do not operate the oven without the
glass tray in place.

Be sure it is properly sitting on the

rotating base.

WARNING - If you see arcing, press pad and correct the problem.
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by :
a) Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
b) Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
c) Metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold rimmed dishes in the microwave.
d) Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

EN-3

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER

Electric Shock Hazard
Touching some of the internal
components can cause serious
personal injury or death. Do not
disassemble this appliance.

WARNING

Improper use of the grounding can
result in a risk of electric shock.
Do not plug into an outlet until
appliance is properly installed
and grounded.

Three-pronged
(grounding) plug

This appliance 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. To protect against electrical shock,
this appliance is equipped with a cord having a 3­prong grounding-type plug for insertion into a proper
grounding-type receptacle. DO NOT alter the plug
for use in a 2-prong receptacle. DO NOT use a
3-prong adapter to enable the microwave to be
plugged into a 2-prong receptacle. If the plug will

not t into a receptacle, have the proper receptacle
installed by a qualied electrician.

Consult a qualied electrician or serviceman if the

grounding instructions are not completely understood
or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded. If it is necessary to use an
extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that
h as a 3-pronged grounding plug, and a 3-slot
receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance.
The marked rating of the extension cord shall be
equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the
appliance.

1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in
or tripping over a longer cord.

2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in
their use.

3. If a long cord sets or extension cord is used:

i) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension marked electrical rating of

the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the

appliance.
ii) The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
iii) The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or

tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

EN-4

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE
STATEMENT FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION (U.S.A ONLY)

WARNING:

This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used
properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference
to radio and television reception.
It has been type-tested and found to comply with limits for an ISM equipment pursuant to part
18 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference
in a residential installation.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try correct the
interference by one or more of the followings.

• Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.

• Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.

• Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

• Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven and receiver are on

different branch circuits.

THE MANUFACTURER is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION to this microwave oven. It is the reponsibility of the user to

correct such interfercnce.

CAUTION UTENSILS

Personal injury Hazard
Tightly-closed utensils
could explode. Closed
containers should be opened
and plastic pouches should be
pierced before cooking.

See the instructions on "Materials you can use in
microwave oven or to be avoided in microwave oven."

There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not
safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can test the
utensil in question following the procedure below.

Utensils Test:

1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold
water (250ml) along with the utensil in question.

2. Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.

3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is
warm, do not use it for microwave cooking.

4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.

EN-5

SAFE AND UNSAFE MATERIALS

Materials you can use in microwave oven

Utensils Remarks

Aluminum foil Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of

meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing (sparks in the oven) can
occur if etc. foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch
(2.5cm) away from oven walls.

Browning dish Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be

at least 3/16 inch (5 mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause
the turntable to break.

Dinnerware Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not use

cracked or chipped dishes.

Glass jars Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars

are not heat resistant and may break.

Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim.

Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking
bags
Paper plates
and cups
Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision

Parchment
paper
Plastic Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Should be

Plastic wrap Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain

Thermometers Microwave-safe only ( meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.

Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make

slits to allow steam to escape.

Use for short–term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended

while cooking.

for a short-term cooking only.

Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.

labeled "Microwave Safe". Some plastic containers soften as the food

inside gets hot. "Boiling bags" and tightly closed plastic bags should be

slit, pierced or vented as directed by instructions on package.

moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.

Materials to be avoided in microwave oven

Utensils Remarks

Aluminum tray May cause arcing (sparks in oven). Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Food carton with
metal handle
Metal or metal­trimmed utensils
Metal twist ties May cause arcing and could cause a re in the oven.
Paper May cause a re in the oven.
Plastic foam Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed

Wood Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split

May cause arcing (sparks in oven). Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.

Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may cause

arcing.

to high temperature.

or crack.

EN-6

SETTING UP YOUR OVEN

Names of oven Parts and Accessories

Remove the oven and all materials from the carton and oven cavity.
Your oven comes with the following accessories:
Glass tray 1
Turntable ring 1

Use & Care Guide 1

Low Rack 1
High Rack 1

F

A

G

Turntable Installation

Hub (underside)

Glass tray

Turntable shaft

Turntable ring

E

D

A) Control panel
B) Turntable shaft
C) Turntable ring
D) Glass tray
E) Observation window
F) Oven Door
G) Safety interlock system

a. Never place the glass tray upside down. The glass

tray should never be restricted.

b. Both glass tray and turntable ring must always be

used during cooking. The use of the Low and High Rack
is optional based on type of cooking.

CAUTION: If using cooking racks, only place the racks

on the glass turntable. Do not place racks on the oven

oor.

c. All food and containers of food are always to be

placed on the glass tray for cooking.

d. If glass tray or turntable ring cracks or breaks, contact

the following customer assistance number:
1-844-553-6667 press 2

B

C

EN-7

Countertop Installation

Remove all packing material and accessories.
Examine the oven for any damage such as
dents or broken door. Do not install if oven is
damaged.

Installation

Select a level surface that provide

1.

enough open space for the intake
and/or outlet vents.

3.0 inches (7.5cm)

3.0 inches (7.5cm)

12 inches (30cm)

OPEN

Cabinet:

Remove any protective lm found

on the microwave oven cabinet surface.

Do not remove the off-white Mica cover
that is attached to the oven cavity to
protect the magnetron.

(3) Blocking the intake or outlet vent openings

can damage the oven.

(4) Place the oven as far away from

radios and TV as possible.
Operation of microwave oven may
cause interference to your radio or TV
reception.

Plug your oven into a standard household

2.

outlet. Be sure the voltage and the
frequency is the same as the voltage
and the frequency on the rating label.

A minimum clearance of 3.0 inches
(7.5cm) is required between the oven and
any adjacent walls. One side must be open.
(1) Leave a minimum clearance of 12

inches (30cm) above the oven.

(2) Do not remove the legs from the

bottom of the oven.

WARNING:

Do not install oven over a
range cooktop or other heat-producing
appliance. If installed near or over a heat
source, the oven could be damaged and the
warranty would be void.

EN-8

OPERATION

Control Panel and Features

TIMER

DEF CLOCK LOCK

MICRO GRILL PREH lbCONV

oz

(13)

(3)

(2)

(7)

(11)

(5)
(4)

(6)

(1)

(8)
(1)

(10)

(9)

(12)

(1) Precision Cooking (Auto Reheat, Auto Cook, Auto Bake, Auto Roast, Popcorn,

Beverage) Auto Menu items allow you to easily program cooking time based on

food quantity.
(2) Defrost : Defrost time calculated by entered weight and category of item.
(3) Micro - Press for Microwave only cooking
(4) Grill - Press for Grill only cooking
(5) Conv - Press for Convection only cooking
(6) Micro + Conv - Press for combined Microwave + Convection cooking
(7) Power Level
(8) Timer / Clock
(9) Number Pads
(10) ONE TOUCH START Pads (1-6)
(11) START / ADD 30 SEC
(12) STOP / Hold 3sec : Before cooking starts, press to clear all previous settings.
During cooking, press once to stop oven; press twice to stop oven and clear all

settings.
Press pad for 3 seconds to lock or unlock display
(13) Display Window

EN-9

OPERATION

CLOCK SETTING

When the microwave oven is plugged into an outlet, " : 0" will display.

(1) Press
(2) Press the number pads and enter the current clock time. For example, if the time is now 8:30,

(3) Press

Note: (1) If you make a number entry mistake while in the process of setting clock, press

Timer/Clock

press "8, 3, 0" in order. The numbers will ash in the display.

Timer/Clock

time in the display.

to start over.

(2) This is a 12 hour clock. If the numbers entered are not within the range between 1:00

to 12:59, the setting will not be accepted until valid numbers are entered.

TIMER

(1) Press
(2) Press the number pads to enter the time amount. The maximum amount of time that can be

(3) Press to conrm setting.

(4) When the time amount elapses, the control panel will beep 3 times.
Note: The Timer setting is different from the Clock setting; it is simply a timer.

Timer/Clock

enter is 99 minutes 99 seconds.

once, "12H" will appear in the display.

to nish clock setting, ":" will ash and the numbers will appear as a clock

twice, " : 0" and TIMER indicator "v" will appear in the display window.

MICROWAVE COOK

(1) Press Micro, " : 0" and MICRO (Microwave) indicator "v" will appear in the display window.

(2) Press number pads to enter the cooking time; the maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and

99 seconds.

(3) Press Power Level ; PL10 will display. This is the default power level of 100%. Press number

pads 0 through 9 to select a different power level if desired. See the Power Level table

below.
(4) Press to start cooking. Countdown will begin in display window.
Example: To cook the food with 50% microwave power for 15 minutes.

a. Press the Time Cook, " : 0" and M/W (Microwave) indicator "v" will appear in the

display window.

b. Press "1, 5, 0, 0" in order for 15:00 to appear in the display.
c. Press Power Level, then press "5" to select 50% microwave power.

d. Press to start cooking. Countdown will begin in display window.
Note: In the process of setting, if the pad is pressed, the display will return to standby

mode.

EN-10

ARCING

Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. If you see arcing press the STOP pad. Wait

until oven contents have cooled and correct the problem. See SAFE AND UNSAFE MATERIALS
section of this Use & Care Guide.

FAN OPERATION NOTICE

At the end of Grill / Convection / Combi cooking cycles it is normal operation for the fan to
continue running to cool the oven electronic system. After 5 minutes with no further cooking
activity the fan will automatically shut off. However, you can begin a new cooking cycle even
while the fan is running.

STANDING TIME

"Standing time" means that after the timed cooking period ends, food should be allowed to
stand either inside or outside the oven to completely nish cooking. Outside oven standing time

will allow the oven to be available for other use.

POWER LEVEL

Ten power levels are available.
Power level 0 is also available if you want to program a timed in-oven standing time.
After entering Time Cook digits and prior to starting operation, press
will display. Adjust the power by pressing a number pad as indicated in the table below.

Power Level

and "PL10"

Level 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0

Power 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%

Display PL10 PL-9 PL-8 PL-7 PL-6 PL-5 PL-4 PL-3 PL-2 PL- 1 PL-0

ONE TOUCH START

(1) Instant cooking at 100% power level and 1 to 6 minutes cooking time can be started by

pressing number pads 1 to 6.
(2) Instant cooking at 100% power level and 30 seconds cooking time can be started by

pressing . Each repeated press will increase cooking time by 30 seconds.
The maximum cooking time is 99 minutes, 99 seconds.
Note: Time can also be added in 30 second increments by pressing during Microwave

Cooking.

EN-11

WEIGHT DEFROST FUNCTION

(1) Press

Press the same pad repeatedly, "dEF1", "dEF2", "dEF3" will display in order.

(2) Press number pads to enter the weight to be defrosted.
Input the weight range between 0.2 to 6.0 lbs.

The lb indicator "'v" will ash in the display window.

If the weight input is not between 0.2 to 6.0 lbs, the input will be invalid. The oven will not

(3) Press to start defrosting and the cooking time remaining will be displayed.
Note: During the Defrost cycle, the oven will beep to remind you to turn over the food. Turn over

Weight Defrost

LED display dEF1 dEF2 dEF3

Food

operate until valid numbers are entered.

food, close door and press to resume defrost cycle.

, "dEF1" and DEF. indicator "v" will appear in the display window.

Meat Poultry

Fish

EN-12