Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
English/Español
Kenmore®
2.2 Cu. Ft., 1250 Watts
2.2 Pies.Cúbicos,1250 Vatios
Models/ Modelos:
204.79399610 - Black/ Negro
204.79393610 - Stainless Steel/Acero Inoxidable/Negro
Customer Assistance/Asistencia al Cliente
1-800-657-6119
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Homan Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
www.kmart.com
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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)
(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.
Specifications
Model: |
204.79399610/204.79393610 |
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Rated Voltage: |
120V~ 60Hz |
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Rated Input Power(Microwave): |
1500W |
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Rated Output Power(Microwave): |
1250W |
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Oven Capacity: |
2.2 cu.ft./60 L |
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Turntable Diameter: |
16.54 inch/420 mm |
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External Dimensions: |
14.17X24.72X20.71inch (360X628X526mm) |
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Net Weight: |
Approx. 36.38 Lbs(16.5kg) |
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave oven energy when using your appliance, follow basic safety precautions, including the following:
1.Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2.Read and follow the specific: "PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY" found on page 1.
3.As with most coo king appliances, close supervision is necessary to reduce the risk of a fire in the oven cavity.
4.To reduce the risk of fire 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.
5.This oven must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found on page 3.
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 jarsare able to explode and should not be heated in the oven.
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 specifically 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.
1 1. 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 finishes 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.
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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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER |
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of |
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an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk |
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Electric Shock Hazard |
of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the |
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Touching some of the internal |
electric current. To protect against electrical shock, |
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components can cause serious |
this appliance is equipped with a cord having a 3- |
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personal injury or death. Do not |
prong grounding-type plug for insertion into a proper |
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disassemble this appliance. |
grounding-type receptacle. DO NOT alter the plug |
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for use in a 2-prong receptacle. DO NOT use a |
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3-prong adapter to enable the microwave to be |
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plugged into a 2-prong receptacle. If the plug will |
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Electric Shock Hazard |
not fit into a receptacle, have the proper receptacle |
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installed by a qualified electrician. |
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An improperly grounded appliance |
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can result in electric shock. Do |
Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the |
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not plug into an outlet until |
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grounding instructions are not completely understood |
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appliance is properly installed |
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or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is |
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and grounded. |
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properly grounded. If it is necessary to use an |
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Three-pronged |
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extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that |
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(grounding) plug |
has a 3-pronged grounding plug, and a 3-slot |
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receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. |
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The marked rating of the extension cord shall be |
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equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the |
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appliance. |
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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.
Radio interference
1.Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV or similar equipment.
2.When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the following measures:
i)Clean door and sealing surface of the oven.
ii)Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
iii)Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
iv)Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
v)Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits.
CAUTION
Personal injury Hazard
Tightly-closed utensils could explode. Closed
containers should be opened and plastic pouches should be pierced before cooking.
UTENSILS
See the instructions on "Materials you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in microwave oven." There may be certain nonmetallic 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.
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Materials you can use in microwave oven
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Aluminum foil |
Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of |
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meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too |
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close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from |
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oven walls. |
Browning dish |
Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be |
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at least 3/16 inch (5 mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause |
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the turntable to break. |
Dinnerware |
Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not use |
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cracked or chipped dishes. |
Glass jars |
Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm . Most glass jars |
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are not heat resistant and may break. |
Glassware |
Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim . |
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Do not use cracked or chipped dishes. |
Oven cooking |
Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make |
bags |
slits to allow steam to escape. |
Paper plates |
Use for short–term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended |
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while cooking. |
Paper towels |
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision |
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for a short-term cooking only. |
Parchment |
Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming. |
paper |
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Plastic |
Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Should be |
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labeled "Microwave Safe". Some plastic containers soften, as the food |
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inside gets hot. "Boiling bags" and tightly closed plastic bags should be |
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slit, pierced or vented as directed by instructions on package. |
Plastic wrap |
Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain |
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moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food. |
Thermometers |
Microwave-safe only ( meat and candy thermometers). |
Wax paper |
Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture. |
Materials to be avoided in microwave oven
Utensils |
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Aluminum tray |
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish. |
Food carton with |
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish. |
metal handle |
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Metal or metal- |
Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may |
trimmed utensils |
cause arcing. |
Metal twist ties |
May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven. |
Paper |
May cause a fire in the oven. |
Plastic foam |
Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed |
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to high temperature. |
Wood |
Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split |
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or crack. |
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SETTING UP YOUR OVEN
Names of oven Parts and Accessories
Remove the oven and all materials from the carton and oven cavity. |
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Your oven comes with the following accessories: |
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Glass tray |
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Turntable ring |
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Use & Care Guide |
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Turntable Installation
Hub (underside)
Glass tray
Turntable shaft
E D C B
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.
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: 1-800-657-6119
Turntable ring
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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.
Cabinet: Remove any protective film found on the microwave oven cabinet surface.
Do not remove the light brown Mica cover that is attached to the oven cavity to protect the magnetron.
Installation
1.Select a level surface that provide enough open space for the intake and/or outlet vents.
12 inches (30cm)
3.0 inches (7.5cm)
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3.0 inches (7.5cm)
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.
(3)Blocking the intake and/or outlet 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.
2.Plug your oven into a standard household outlet. Be sure the voltage and the frequency is the same as the voltage and the frequency on the rating label.
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.
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OPERATION
Control Panel and Features
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(1)Sensor Menu ( Sensor Reheat, Sensor Cook, Potato, Pizza, Frozen Veg, Frozen Pizza, Frozen Entrée) Sensor Menu items automatically program correct cooking time and power based on sensor assessment of the amount of steam emitted from food
early in the cooking cycle.
(2)Auto Menu (Popcorn, Beverage, Soften/Melt) Auto Menu items allow you to easily program cooking time based on food quantity.
(3)Defrost: Defrost time calculated by entered weight and category of item.
(4)Power Level
(5)Number Pads
(6)START/ADD 30 SEC
(7)Warm Hold
(8)Timer/Clock
(9)Time Cook
(10)ONE TOUCH START Pads (1- 6)
(11)STOP/Hold 3 sec: 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.
(12)Display Window
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