Kenmore 56560519000, 56560512000 Owner’s Manual
Countertop
Microwave Oven
Models 565, 60512, 60519
®
Sears, Roebuck and Co.,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S APa_ No16699 WWW.seaFs,corII3
PIRECAUT ONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE ICROWAVE
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.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model:
Power Source:
Power Consumption:
Maximum Output:
Oven Capacity:
Turntable Diameter:
Dimensions: (w x h x d)
Weight: Approx.
*According to IEC-705 test procedure.
Specifications subject to change without notice
565. 60512/565. 60519
AC 120V, 60 Hz
t580W, 13,,6 Amps
1100W*
2.0 cuo ft.
12-5/8 "
23-7t_ " x 14-_&" x 18-lfe"
43 lbs.
FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE...
To make a request for service, information or replacement of parts, Sears will
require the complete Model number and Serial number of your oven.
Copy your Model and Serial numbers
Model No.
(Located on the inner left side of control panel)
Serial No.
(Located on the inner left side of control panel)
@Sears, Roebuck and Co
SAFETY
Proper and safe use of your oven. 4
Important Safety Instructions ..... 5
Grounding Instructions .......... 6
Utensils .................. 6
Special Features
Quick Touch TM Cooking ......... 14
Automatic Defrost by Weight ...... 15
Add Minute .................. 17
Turntable Setting ............. 17
ASSEMBLY
Names of Oven Parts and
Accessories .............. 8
Turntable Installation ......... 8
Installation .................. 9
OPERATION
Basic Features
Control Panel and Features ..... I0
Setting Clock ................ 11
Child Lock-Out ............. 11
Kitchen Timer .............. 12
Time Cooking .............. 12
KENMORE ® MICROWAVE OVEN
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase,
if this Kenmore ® Microwave Oven fails
due to a defect in material or
workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of
charge.
KENMORE ® MAGNETRON
FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY
COOKING GUIDE
Cooking Techniques ............. 18
Quick Touch TM Coo'ld'ng ....... t9
Appetizers .......... "........ 2!
Meats, Poultry and Fish ...... 22
Eggs ........................ 24
Baked Goods and I_esserts ........ 25
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning .................... 26
Sears Service .............. 26
Troubleshooting ............. 27
Warranty service is available by simply
CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS
STORE OR SERVICE CENTER in-fhe
United States.
This Warranty applies only while this
product is in use in the United States,
The Warranty give you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state..
For five years from the date of purchase,
if the magnetron in this Kenmore ®
Microwave Oven fails due to a defect in
material or workmanship, Sears will
repair it, free of charge.
The above warranty coverage applies
only to microwave ovens which are used
for private household purposes
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.,
D1817 WA,
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL. 60179
For Service Call:
1 - 800 - 4 - REPAIR
1 - 800 - 473 - 7247
PROPER AND SAFE USE OF YOUR OVEN
The oven must be level
The turntable and turntable roller
rest must be in the oven during
cooking, See page 8,,
o Place the cookware gently on the
turntable and handle it carefully to
avoid possible breakage.
. Incorrect use of browning dish may
cause the turntable to break. See
page 7
o Use only the specified bag size
when using Quick Touch TM Popcorn,
o The oven has several built-in safety
switches to ensure that the power
remains off when the door is open.
Do not tamper with these switches
o Do not operate the microwave oven
when empty. Operating the oven
with no food or food that is extremely
low in moisture can cause fire,
charring or sparking,
Do not attempt to deep-fry in your
microwave oven.
o Do not do home canning in this
microwave oven as it is impossible to
be sure all contents of the jar have
reached boiling temperature
o Do not use this microwave oven for
commercial purposes This
microwave oven is made for
household use only,
o To prevent delayed eruptive boiling
of hot liquids and beverages or
scalding, stir liquid before placing the
container in the oven and again
halfway through cooking time, Let
stand in the oven for a short time and
stir again before removing the
container.
o Do not cook bacon directly on the
turntable, Excessive local heating of
the turntable may cause it to break
• Do not heat baby bottles or baby
food in the microwave oven. Uneven
heating may occur and could cause
physica! injury,
Do not heat narrow-necked
containers, such as syrup bottles.
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iMPORTANT SAFETY 0NSTRUCTNONS
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
A
o Read all instructions before use
o Read and follow the specific
o As with most cooking appliances,
If a fire should start:
• Keep the oven door closed
o Turn the oven off, and
• Disconnect the power cord or shut off
Keep in mind the following rules at all
times:
a) Do not overcook foods. Carefully
attend the appliance if paper, plastic, or
other combustible materials are placed
inside the oven to facilitate cooking
b) Do not use the cavity for storage
purposes° Do not store combustible
items such as bread, cookies, paper
products, etc. inside the oven..
tf lightning strikes the power line, the
oven may turn on by itself.
c) Remove wire twist-ties and metal
handles from paper or plastic
containers/bags before placing them in
the oven.
persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY" on page 2_
close supervision is necessary to
reduce the risk of a fire in the oven
cavity
power at the fuse or circuit breaker
panel.
This oven must be grounded
Connect only to properly grounded
outlet. See page 6
Some products such as whole eggs,
water with oil or fat, sealed containers
and closed glass jars may explode
and therefore should not be heated in
this oven.
o Install or locate this oven only in
accordance with the provided
installation instructions.
o Use this apptiande,b, ntyfor its
intended use as described in this
manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapqrs in this appliance
This oven is specifically designed to
heat or cook food, It is not designe d
for industrial or laborato[y use,
. As with any appliance, close
supervision is necessary when used
by children.
o Do not operate this oven if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working prolSerly or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
• This appliance should be serviced
only by qualified service technicians,
Contact the nearest authorized
service facility for examination, repair
or adjustment.
o Do not cover or block any vents on
the oven.
o Do not store or use this applianc_
outdoors.
= Do not use this oven near water,
near a kitchen sink, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool,
and the like.
° Do not immerse cord or plug in
water.
= Keep cord away fretn heated
surfaces,
• Do not let cord hang over edge of
table or counter
o When cleaning surfaces of door and
oven that comes together on closing
the door, use only mild, nonabrasive
soaps or detergents applied with a
sponge or soft cloth, See page 26, '
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
GROUNDgNG iNSTRUCTiONS
This appliance must be grounded, In the event of an
_ DANGER
Electric Shock Hazard
• Touching some of the
internal components can
cause serious personal
injury or death, Do not
disassemble
this appliance.
_ WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard
o 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,
Properly polarized and
grounded outlet
electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current This appliance 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
Consult a qualified 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
has a 3-blade 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,
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the
risks resulting from becoming entangled in or
tripping over a longer cord,
O
Longer cord sets or extension cords are available
and may be used if care is exercised in their use
o
tf a long cord or extension cord is used: 1) The
marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension
cord 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 counter top or tabletop where it can be
pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally
UTENSILS
_ CAUTION
Personal Injury Hazard
o Tightly-closed utensils
could explode, Closed
containers are opened
and plastic pouches
pierced before cooking,
See following page for further instructions "Materials
you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in
microwave oven."
Utensil Test:
1. Fill a microwave_safe container with 1cup of cold
water (250 mL) along with the utensil in question
2. Cook on maximum power (P100) for 1 minute
3. Carefully feel the utensil
If the empty utensil is warm,
Do not use them for Microwave Cooking.
Do not exceed I minute testing time,
CAUTION:
1, Do not use plastic containers for testing
2. Some containers and dishware may be warm (or
hot) in only one area Do not use a container that
becomes warm anywhere
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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 can
occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should be at
[east 1 inch away from oven Wails.
Browning dish Follow manufacturer's instructions The bottom of browning dist_
must be at least 3/16inch above the turntable_ incorrect usage
may cause the turntable to break.
Dinnerware
Glass jars
Glassware
Oven cooking bags
Paper plates and cups
Paper towels
Parchment paper
Plastic
Plastic wrap Microwave-safe only,, Use to cover food during cooking to retain
Thermometers Microwave-safe only (meat and cand thermometers). :
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent spatterirlg and to retain moisture.
Microwave_safe only, Follow manufacture[%" instructions° Do not
use cracked or chipped dishes.
Always remove lid, Use only to heat food until just warm. Most
glass jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Heat-resistant oven glassware onty Make sure there is no
metaiiic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes. ,
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.
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with
supervision for a short-term cooking:only.
Use as a cover to prevent spattering or a wrap for steaming,
Microwave-safe only, Follow the manufacturer's instructions.,
Should be 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 package,
moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Materials to be avoided in microwave oven
Utensils Remarks
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
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 bags May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam cups Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when
exposed to high temperature.
Wood Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may
split or crack.
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NAMES OF OVEN PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Remove the oven and all materials from the carton_
Your oven comes with the following accessories:
Turntable/Turntable roller rest/Use and Care Guide
Windmill TM plus Super EvenWave ® System
The WindmilF Mfan is a unique Kenmore microwave stirrer system
that is visible on the right wall of the oven cavity It mixes and
redistributes the microwave energy in every direction within the
oven.. The microwaves then bounce off the specially arranged
embossments on the interior walls in such a way that the energy is
evenly distributed throughout the oven_ The result for you is more
even cooking, reheating, and defrosting than you have ever
experienced before in a microwave oven
Safety interlock system Door
Shuts off oven power if Interior light
door is opened
during operation
Control panel
E3:CI
Door Handle
When you open the
door during cooking process,
the cooking stops but the
program will not be
canceled_ Close door and
push DIAL to resume
cooking
TURNTABLE INSTALLATION
Place the roller rest on the cavity
bottom.
. Turntable hub should securely locked
in the receptacle. Never place the
turntable upside down.
• The turntable rotation should never
be restricted°
o Place the turntable on top of the roller
rest as shown in the diagram.
o Both turntable and roller rest must
always be used during cooking.
o All food and containers of food are
always placed on this turntable for
cooking
= This turntable rotates clockwise or
counterclockwise; this is normal.
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Windmill cover
CAUTION: The inside of the oven and
turntable get very hot, so do not touch
them immediately after use
Turntable Hub (underside)
Roller rest
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Receptacle
iNSTALLATiON
This oven is designed for Countertop or Built-in installation Before you begin
installation, you need to decide how you install your oven,
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.
I Countertop Installation
1. Select a level surface that provides
enough open space for the intake
and/or outlet vents.
A minimum clearance of 3 inches is
required between the oven and any
adjacent wall, One side must be open.
o Leave a minimum clearance of
3 inches above the oven,
o Do not remove thb']egs from the
bottom of the oven
o Blocking the intake and/or outlet
openings can damage the oven
2,
Plug your oven into a standard 120-
volt / 60-Hz househo!d outlet..Be
sure the electrical circuit is at least
15 amperes and that your
microwave oven is the only
appliance on the circuit.
WARNING: Do not insta!l oven over a
range cooktop.0r other heat-producing
appliance. If in_talled near or over a heat
source, the oven could be damaged and
the warranty would be void
Built-In installation
tt is necessary for you to purchase an
Optional Kit for Built-in Installation.
Contact the store where you purchased
your oven for an optional BuilNn Kit
Model No. Built-in Kit Stock No,
565. 60519 (27 inch) 20-69910
(30 inch) 20-69912
565_ 60512 (27 inch) 20-69911120-691 l
(30inch) 20-69913/20-6913
• When installing in a Built-in situation,
the oven requires an opening for
installation.
(27 inch): 25"1w ) x 17"(h) x 21"(d)
(30 inch): 28-'/2"(w ) x 17"(h) x 21"(d)
o Do not remove the legs from the
bottom of the oven.
Blocking the intake and!or outlet
openings can damage the oven
The trim must not interfere with
adjacent appliance or cabinet
surfaces, To prevent interference,
leave the clearances listed below at
the front of the microwave opening°
Left and Right sides: 1 inch
Top and Bottom sides: 2 inches
° Plug your oven in'to a standard 120-
volt/60-Hz household outlet. Be sure
the e!ectrical circuit is at least 15
amperes and that your microwave
oven is the only appliance on the:
circuit.
WARNING: If installing the microwave
oven over an electric oven, it must only
be installed over the following Kenmore
Electric Ovens, Stock No :
(27 inch) 47485, 47486, 47489, 47189
(30 inch) 41785, 41789, 41085, 4t 086,
4108g
If installed over any ot;Ser than the listed
Electric ovens, the microwave could be
damaged and the warranty would be
void.
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