Kenmore 66560659000, 66560657000, 66560654000, 66560652000 Owner’s Manual

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Microwave Hood Combination
Combinacibn Microondas Campana
Models/Modelos 665.60652
665.60654
665.60657
665.60659
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4619-652-60211/8169681 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 www.sears.com
Table of
Microwave
Warranty .............................................................. 2
Sears Service ..................................................... 3
Microwave Oven Safety .................................... 4
Installation Instructions ..................................... 7
Getting to Know Your
Microwave Oven ................................................ 8
How your microwave oven works ................... 8
Radio interference ........................................... 8
Testing your microwave oven .......................... 8
Testing your dinnerware or cookware ............. 9
Operating tips .................................................. 9
Electrical connection ....................................... 9
Microwave oven features .............................. 10
Control panel features ................................... 11
Using the cooking rack ................................. 14
Using the exhaust fan ................................... 14
Using the cooktop/countertop light .............. 15
Setting the clock ........................................... 15
Using the kitchen timer ................................. 16
Using ADD ONE MINUTE .............................. 17
Changing preset cooking times .................... 17
Using Your Microwave Oven .......................... 18
Cooking at high cook power ......................... 18
Cooking at different cook powers ................. 18
Cooking in stages ......................................... 20
Progress bar .................................................. 21
Using AUTO COOK ....................................... 22
Using AUTO REHEAT .................................... 23
Using ZIP DEFROST ..................................... 24
ZIP DEFROST chart ...................................... 26
Defrosting tips ............................................... 27
Using BREAD DEFROST ............................... 28
Using SURE SIMMER ................................... 29
Sensor cookin ............................................. 30
Using HOLD WARM ...................................... 31
Caring for Your Microwave Oven ................... 32
Installing and caring for filters ....................... 33
Replacing the cooktop and oven lights ........ 34
Cooking Guide ................................................. 35
Questions and Answers .................................. 37
Troubleshooting ............................................... 38
Index .................................................................. 40
Service .............................................. Back Cover
Oven
Warranty
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON MICROWAVE OVEN
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.
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY ON THE MAGNETRON
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.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR
SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty applies only while this product is in use
in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co.,
Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
For service call: 1-800-4-MY-HOME s" (1-800,469-4663)
Please record your model's information.
Whenever you call to request service for your appli- ance, you need to know your complete model number
and serial number. You can find this information on the model and serial number label/plate (see
"Microwave oven features" in the "Getting to Know
Your Microwave Oven" sect!on). A!so, record the other
information shown below.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
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Sears Service
"We service what we sell"
"We service what we sell" is our assurance to you that you can depend on Sears for service because Sears Service is nationwide.
Your Sears Kenmore Microwave Oven has added value when you consider that Sears has a service unit near you, staffed by Sears Trained Technicians - professional technicians specifically trained on Sears Kenmore
Microwave Ovens, having the parts, tools and equipment to insure that we meet our pledge to you - "We service what we sell!"
To further add to the value of your microwave oven,
buy a Sears Maintenance Agreement.
Sears Kenmore Microwave Ovens are designed, manufactured and tested for years of dependable operation.
Yet, any modern appliance may require service from time to time. A Sears Maintenance Agreement is more than
an extension of the Warranty. It provides complete protection from unexpected repair bills and undue inconve- nience. It assures you of maximum efficiency from your Microwave Oven.
Here's a comparative Warranty and Maintenance Agreement chart showing you the benefits of a Sears Microwave Oven Maintenance Agreement.
YEARS OF OWNERSHIP COVERAGE 1ST YR. 2ND YR. THRU 5TH YR.
Replacement of defective parts other than magnetron W MA Replacement of magnetron W W
Annual preventative maintenance check at your request MA MA
W - WARRANTY
MA - MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
Contact your Sears salesperson or local Sears Service Center today and purchase a Sears Maintenance Agreement.
Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
Microwave Oven 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 willfollow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or
"WARNING." These words mean:
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 instructionsare 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 ait 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 sec- tion 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 - may 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
"Caring for Your Microwave Oven" section.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
- Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the microwave oven if 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 should 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.
Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of 36 inches.
Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or
filter.
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 involv- ing a risk of electric shock.
Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in the "PAN BROWN" mode.
Do not store any materials other than manufactur- er'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.
SAVE TH ESE INSTRUCTIONS
When flaming 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, and the like.
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.
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. Itis im-
portant not to defeat or tamper with the safety in- terlocks.
(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
Observe all governing codes and ordinances. A
120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused
electrical supply is required. (A time-delay fuse is
recommended.) It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
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 under- stood, or if doubt exists as to whether the microwave
oven is properly grounded.
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.
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.
For a permanently connected appliance:
The microwave oven must be connected to a
grounded, metallic, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor should be run with
the circuitconductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the
microwave oven.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Installation Instructions
REMOVING AND REPLACING THE MICROWAVE HOOD
COMBINATION
5. Grasp the microwave oven. Rotate the microwave
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install microwave oven.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
If you need to remove your Microwave Hood
Combination for any reason, follow these simple steps:
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. Remove filters and vent grille.
If filters Q are installed,
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the screws located towards the center of the cabinet.
Remove the vent grille _). Set the screws and grille aside. (Ifgrillecannot be removed, see Step 4.)
3. After removing all oven contents, including the
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4. Hold microwave hood combination in place with
push in at the tab and slide filter to the outside
edge to remove.
Remove the two screws _) from the top of the
microwave oven cabinet (the screws located
closest to the front corners). Do not remove
turntable and support, tape the door in the
closed position. Then remove the two bolts _)
securing the microwave oven to the upper
cabinet.
one hand. Pull hook @ to release microwave hood
from mounting plate. If grille cannot be removed
(per instructions in Step
2.), insert a thin looped
wire or similar tool through an opening in
grille to pull hook.
that door does not swing open.) Lift off the support
tabs _ at the bottom of the mounting plate. Set the
microwave oven aside on a
protected surface.
oven downward. (Be careful
1. Carefully lift microwave oven and hang iton the support tabs at the bottom of the mounting plate.
2. Rotate the front of the microwave oven cabinet downward. Thread the power supply cord through
the power supply cord hole in the bottom of the
upper cabinet.
3. Rotate the microwave oven towards the cabinet.
Push the microwave oven against the mounting plate until locking latch snaps into the cabinet.
4. Replace the two bolts securing the microwave oven to the upper cabinet.
5. Untape the door and replace the turntable and support.
6. Replace the vent grille.
7. Replace the two screws in the top of microwave oven cabinet (the screws located closest to front comers).
8. If filters were installed, replace them (see "Installing and caring for the filters" in the "Caring for Your
Microwave Oven" section, if needed).
9. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
Getting to Know Your
Microwave Oven
This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking. It also shows you the basics you need to know to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before you use your oven.
HOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN WORKS
Microwave energy is not hot. Itcauses food to make its own heat, and it's this heat that cooks the food.
Microwaves are like TV waves, radio waves, or
light waves. You cannot see them, but you can see what they do.
A magnetron in the microwave oven produces
microwaves. The microwaves move into the oven where they contact food as it turns on the
turntable.
Magnetron
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Oven cavity
Metal floor
Glassturntable
The glass turntable of your microwave oven lets
microwaves pass through. Then they bounce off a metal floor, back through the glass turntable, and
are absorbed by the food. Microwaves pass through most glass, paper, and
plastics without heating them so food absorbs the energy. Microwaves bounce off metal containers so
food does not absorb the energy.
,, Always cook food for the shortest cooking time
recommended. Check to see how the food is cooking. If needed, touch ADD ONE MINUTE while
the oven is operating or after the cooking cycle is
over (see the "Using ADD ONE MINUTE" section).
,, To help make sure the food is evenly cooked,
stir, turn over, or rearrange the food about
halfway through the cooking time.
If you do not have a cover for a dish, use wax paper, or microwave-approved paper towels or
plastic wrap. Remember to turn back a corner of
the plastic wrap ¼ to _ in. (6.35 to 12.7 mm) to vent
steam during heating or cooking.
RADIO INTERFERENCE
Using your microwave oven may cause interfer- ence to your radio, TV, or similar equipment. When
there is interference, you can reduce it or remove it by:
Cleaning the door and sealing surfaces of the oven. different branch circuits.
Adjusting the receiving antenna of the radio or television.
Moving the receiver away from the microwave oven.
Plugging the microwave oven into a different outlet
so that the microwave oven and receiver are on
TESTING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
To test the oven, put 1 cup (250 mL) of cold water 2 minutes. When the time is up, the water should be
in a glass container in the oven. Close the door. heated. Make sure it latches. Cook at 100% power for
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TESTING YOUR DINNERWARE OR COOKWARE
Test dinnerware or cookware before using. To test a dish, put it into the oven with 1 cup
(250 mL) of water beside it. Cook at 100% cook power for one minute. If the dish gets hot and water stays cool, do not use it. Some dishes
(melamine, some ceramic dinnerware, etc.)
OPERATING TIPS
Never lean on the door or allow a child to swing on it when the door is open.
Use hot pads. Microwave energy does not heat containers, but the heat from the food can make the container hot.
Do not use newspaper or other printed paper in the oven.
Do not dry flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, paper, gourds, or clothes in the oven.
Do not start a microwave oven when it is empty. Product life may be shortened. If you practice
programming the oven, put a container of water in the oven. It is normal for the oven door to look
wavy after the oven has been running for a while.
Do not try to melt paraffin wax in the oven. Paraffin wax will not melt in a microwave oven
because it allows microwaves to pass through it.
Do not operate the microwave oven unless the glass turntable is securely in place and can rotate freely. The turntable can rotate in either direction.
Make sure the turntable is correct-side up in the oven. Handle your turntable with care when
removing it from the oven to avoid possibly breaking it. If your turntable cracks or breaks,
contact your dealer for a replacement.
When you use a browning dish, the browning dish bottom must be at least _ in. (5 mm) above
the turntable. Follow the directions supplied with the browning dish.
absorb microwave energy, and may become too hot to handle or may slow cooking times. Cooking in
metal containers not designed for microwave use could damage the oven, as could containers with
hidden metal (twist-ties, foil lining, staples, metallic glaze or trim).
Never cook or reheat a whole egg inside the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause
them to burst, and possibly damage the oven. Slice hard-boiled eggs before heating. In rare
cases, poached eggs have been known to explode. Cover poached eggs and allow a stand-
ing time of one minute before cutting into them.
For best results, stir any liquid several times during heating or reheating. Liquids heated in
certain containers (especially containers shaped
like cylinders) may become overheated. The liquid
may splash out with a loud noise during or after heating or when adding ingredients (coffee
granules, tea bags, etc.). This can damage the oven.
Microwaves may not reach the center of a roast. The heat spreads to the center from the outer,
cooked areas just as in regular oven cooking. This
is one of the reasons for letting some foods (for
example, roasts or baked potatoes) stand for a while after cooking, or for stirring some foods
during the cooking time.
Do not deep fry in the oven. Microwavable
utensils are not suitable and it is difficult to maintain appropriate deep-frying temperatures.
Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the
recommended cooking time, potatoes should be
slightly firm because they will continue cooking during standing time. After microwaving, let
potatoes stand for 5 minutes. They will finish
cooking while standing.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
If your electric power line or outlet voltage is less
than 110 volts, cooking times may be longer. Have a qualified electrician check your electrical system.
MICROWAVE OVEN FEATURES
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Your microwave oven is designed to make your cooking experience as enjoyable and productive as
possible. To help get you up and running quickly,
the following is a list of the oven's basic features:
1. Door Handle. Pull to open door.
2. Door Safety Lock System. The oven will not operate unless the door is securely closed.
3. Window with Metal Shield. Shield prevents
microwaves from escaping. It is designed as a screen to allow you to view food as it cooks.
4. Cooking Rack (Part No. 4393826). Use for extra space when cooking in more than one
container at the same time.
5. Model and Serial Number Plate,
6. Glass Turntable (Part No. 4393751) (not shown).
Included in oven cavity - see below for installation instructions. This turntable turns
food as it cooks for more even cooking. It must be in the oven during operation for best cooking results. The turntable is sunken into the cavity floor to give you more cooking space and better cooking results.
Remove tape from hub (Part No. 4393754).
Raised,
curved
lines_
Hub
_up
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Place the support (Part No. 4393752) on
the cavity bottom.
Place the turntable on the hub. Make sure the
raised, curved lines in the center of the
turntable bottom are between the three
"spokes" of the hub.
7. Charcoal and Grease Filters. Included in oven cavity.
8. Cooktop/Countertop Light. Turn on to light your cooktop or countertop or turn on as a night
light.
9. Cooking Guide Label. Use as a quick reference for Auto Cook, Auto Reheat, Zip Defrost, and Sensor Cook settings.
10. Exhaust Fan and Cooktop Light Switches.
11. Control Panel. Touch the pads on this panel to perform all functions.
12. Vent Grille.
13. Oven Cavity Light.
14. Microwave Inlet Cover.
The rollers (Part No. 4393753) on the support fit
inside the ridge on the bottom of the turntable.
The turntable turns both clockwise and
counterclockwise. This is normal.
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CONTROL PANEL FEATURES
Your microwave oven control panel lets you select a desired cooking function quickly and easily. The fol-
lowing is a list of all the Command pads located on
the control panel.
For more information on these features, see "Using your microwave oven" section.
1. Display. This display includes a clock and indicators to tell you the time of day, cooking
time settings, and cooking functions you chose.
2. POPCORN. Touch this pad to pop one of 3 bag sizes of popcorn, without entering a cook power
or time. The oven's sensor will tell the oven how long to cook depending on the amount of humid-
ityit detects from the popcorn.
3. BEVERAGE. Touch this pad to heat 1 or 2 8-
ounce (237 ml) cups of a beverage, without
entering a cook time or power. The oven's sen- sor will tell the oven how long to heat depending
on the amount of humidity it detects from the beverage.
4. BAKED POTATO. Touch this pad to bake 1 to 4 potatoes, without entering a cook power or time.
The oven's sensor will tell the oven how long to
cook depending on the amount of humidity it detects from the potato(es).
5. FRESH VEGETABLE. Touch this pad to cook 1 to 4 cups (237 to 946 ml) of a fresh vegetable
without entering a cook power or time. The
oven's sensor wilt tell the oven how long to cook depending on the amount of humidity it detects
from the vegetables.
6. FROZEN VEGETABLE. Touch this pad to cook 1 to 4 cups (237 to 946 ml) of a frozen veg-
etable without entering a cook power or time.
The oven's sensor will tell the oven how long to
cook depending on the amount of humidity it detects from the vegetables.
7. FROZEN ENTREE. Touch this pad to cook a 10-
to 20-ounce (284 to 567 g) frozen entree, with-
out entering a cook power or time. The oven's sensor wilt tell the oven how long to cook
depending on the amount of humidity it detects
from the frozen entree.
8. DINNER PLATE. Touch this pad to heat a din- ner plate of food, without entering a cook power
or time. The oven's sensor will tell the oven how long to heat depending on the amount of humid-
ity it detects from the food.
9. SOUP. Touch this pad to heat 1 to 4 cups (237 to 946 ml) of soup, without entering a cook
power or time. The oven's sensor will tell the oven how long to heat depending on the amount
of humidity it detects from the soup.
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10. SURE SIMMER. Touch this pad to simmer soups, casseroles, stews, and other liquid foods.
11. AUTO COOK. Touch this pad to cook microwavable foods without entering times and
cook powers.
12. ZIP DEFROST. Touch this pad to defrost frozen foods without entering times and cook
powers.
13. BREAD DEFROST. Touch this pad to defrost
bread.
14. AUTO REHEAT. Touch this pad to reheat
microwavable foods without entering times and cook powers.
15. HOLD WARM. Touch this pad to keep hot, cooked foods warm in your microwave oven.
HOLD WARM can be used by itself, or it can
automatically follow a cooking cycle.
16. ADD ONE MINUTE. Touch this pad to cook for
1 minute, at 100% cook power, or to add an
extra minute to your cooking cycle at the set cook power.
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CONTROL PANEL FEATURES (CONT.)
17. CLOCK. Touch this pad to enter the correct
time of day.
18. KITCHEN TIMER. Touch this pad to set or can- cel the Kitchen Timer.
19. Number pads. Touch Number pads to enter cooking times, cook powers, quantities, weights,
or food categories.
20. COOK TIME. Touch this pad followed by Number pads to set a cooking time.
21. POWER. Touch this pad after the cooking time has been set, followed by a Number pad to set
the amount of microwave energy released to
cook the food. Also touch this pad to lengthen or shorten a preset cooking time.
22. TURNTABLE ON/OFF. Touch this pad to turn your turntable on and off.
23. START/ENTER. Touch this pad to start a func-
tion.
24. OFF/CANCEL. Touch this pad to erase an incorrect command, cancel a program during
cooking, or to clear the display.
25. (Exhaust Fan) ON/OFF. Touch this pad
to turn the fan on or off.
26. 5 FAN SPEEDS. Touch the "up" pad to increase
fan speed and the "down" pad to decrease fan
speed.
27. (Light) ON/NIGHT/OFF. Touch this pad to turn
the light or night light on or off.
NOTES:
if you have entered all settings for a function but
do not touch START/ENTER in 5 seconds, the
START? indicator light will show.
if you open the door while the oven is on and
then shut the door, the START? indicator light will show. Touch START/ENTER to continue.
if you choose a function but do not touch another
command pad within 1 minute, the display returns to the time of day and you have to start over.
Your microwave oven comes with audible signals that can guide you when setting and using
your oven:
_ A programming tone will sound each time you touch a pad.
[_ One long tone signals the end of a Kitchen Timer countdown.
I1"1))I1"1))IFour tones signal the end of a
cooking cycle.
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every minute for the first 15 minutes after an end- of-cooking signal as a reminder if the food has
not been removed from the oven.
I_1_ Two quick, short tones will sound while
entering and exiting from a hidden feature (for example, Child Lock).
I -I1"1))I1"1))IThree tones sound if you have
made an incorrect entry.
To disable the programming tone:
TOUCH
and hold for 5 seconds To turn the programming tone back on:
TOUCH
and hold for 5 seconds To disable all audible signals except the
end-of-timer signal: TOUCH
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and hold for 5 seconds
To turn signals back on: TOUCH
and hold for 5 seconds NOTE: Two tones will sound when audible signals
are turned on or off. This will only work when the oven is in standby mode.
CONTROL PANEL FEATURES (CONT.)
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You can stop the oven during a cycle by opening the door. The oven stops heating and the fan stops,
but the light stays on. To restart cooking, close the
door and
TOUCH
If you do not want to continue cooking:
Close the door and the light goes off. OR
•TOUCH
NOTE: Before setting a function, touch
OFF/CANCEL to make sure no other function is on.
When heating plates of food with a cook time that
you set, you can heat two 10 in. (25.4 cm)
plates side by side or the turntable. You can
heat 2 more plates on the Cooking Rack for a
one plate larger than possible total of 4 plates. For best results, halfway through
cooking turn the plates
halfway around until the food in the front is in the back. Do the same when heating a larger (9 to
13 in. [23 to 33 cm]) casserole. When heating 4
dinner plates, turn as described above and switch the top plates with the bottom plates.
To heat 2 bottom plates together or one larger
cooking functions include all Auto Reheat, Auto Cook, Zip Defrost, and Sensor Cook pads.
The Child Lock locks the control panel so children cannot use the microwave oven when you
do not want them to. This will only work when the oven is in standby mode.
To lock the control panel:
TOUCH
and hold for 5 seconds
Two tones will sound and _1 will appear on the dis-
play. When the control panel is locked, 3 tones will
sound and LOCK will appear when you touch any
pad except for (Exhaust Fan) ON/OFF and (Light)
ON/NIGHT/OFF and START/ENTER.
To unlock the control panel: TOUCH
and hold for 5 seconds
Two tones will sound and _1 will be cleared from the display.
You can set your microwave oven to display your commands as you enter them without turning the
magnetron on. This feature helps you learn to use
your oven without actually cooking food. This will only work in standby mode
To set the demo/learning feature:
TOUCH
turning. You can shut the turntable
plate, the turntable should not be off by touching TURNTABLE
ON/OFF. "TURNTABLE OFF" appears on the display. If you touch TURNTABLE ON/OFF before
starting to set the cooking function, your oven will
prompt you to enter a cooking time without you needing to touch COOK TIME. Your turntable will be turned back on when cooking is over or when
you touch OFF/CANCEL
NOTE: You cannot turn off the turntable when using automatic cooking functions. Automatic
and hold for 5 seconds
Two tones will sound and a small "d" will appear on the display.
To cancel the demo/learning feature: TOUCH
and hold for 5 seconds
Two tones will sound and the small d will disappear from the display.
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USING THE COOKING RACK
The Cooking Rack gives you extra space when cooking in more than one container at the same
time. If you need a replacement rack (Part No. 4393826),
you can order one from your Sears Service Center, or by calling 1-800-366-7278. Make sure to have
your model number when ordering.
Insert the rack securely into the rack supports on
the side walls of the oven.
USING THE EXHAUST FAN
NOTES:
Use oven mitts to remove items from microwave oven.
Do not store the metal rack in the oven. Arcing and damage to the oven could result if someone
accidentally starts the oven.
Do not operate the oven with the metal rack stored on the floor of the oven. Damage to the
interior finish will result.
Use rack only in the microwave oven.
Do not use rack with browning dish.
Do not let food container on rack touch the top or sides of the oven.
Do not cook foods directly on rack. Put them in microwave-safe containers first.
Do not place a metal cooking container on rack.
Use the Cooking Rack only when cooking at more than one level.
The pads on the bottom right of the control panel control the 5-speed exhaust fan.
1. Turn on the fan and choose fan speed. Touch the "up" pad to increase fan speed.
Touch the "down" pad to decrease fan speed. The display will show "FAN" and a number from
1 to 5 to indicate fan speed.
NOTE: If the temperature from the range or cooktop below the oven gets too hot, the
exhaust fan in the vent hood will automatically turn on at the HIGH setting to protect the oven.
It may stay on up to an hour to cool the oven. When this occurs, the (Exhaust Fan) pad will
not turn the fan off.
2. Turn off fan when desired.
NOTES:
Two seconds after the last time you touch (Exhaust Fan), the display returns to the previous display.
The first time you turn on the fan after connecting the microwave oven to power, the fan will start at
speed 1. The next time the fan is turned on, it will start at the last speed used.
TOUCH
TOUCH
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USING THE COOKTOP/COUNTERTOP LIGHT
The pad on the bottom right of the control panel controls the cooktop/countertop light.
1, Turn on light,
TOUCH
(once for regular light, twice for night light)
SETTING THE CLOCK
When your microwave oven is first plugged in, or after a power failure, the display will flash ":". if a 2,
time of day is not set, ":" will flash until you touch any pad.
NOTES:
If you touch in an invalid time and touch CLOCK, 3 tones will sound. Enter the correct time.
If you touch OFF/CANCEL while setting the clock,
the display will show the last time of day set.
To turn off the clock, touch CLOCK, Number pad 0, and CLOCK again, the set time will disappear
and ":" will show on the display.
2, Turn off light when desired,
TOUCH
(1 or 2 times, depending on light setting)
Enter the time of day,
Example for 12:00:
TOUCH YOU SEE
1. Touch CLOCK.
TOUCH YOU SEE
3, Complete your entry,
TOUCH
YOU SEE
OR
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USING THE KITCHEN TIMER
You can use your microwave oven as a kitchen timer. Use the Kitchen Timer for timing up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.
NOTE: The oven can operate while the Kitchen Timer is in use. The Kitchen Timer always will be
displayed in the lower right portion of the display.
1, Touch KITCHEN TIMER,
TOUCH YOU SEE
2. Enter the time to be counted down.
Example for 1 minute, 30 seconds:
TOUCH YOU SEE
CD
NOTE: If you do not do this step within 5
seconds of doing Step 2, "START?" will appear. You then have 3 seconds to touch KITCHEN
TIMER or START/ENTER before the display returns to the time of day.
At the end of the countdown:
YOU SEE
To stop the Kitchen Timer during the countdown:
TOUCH YOU SEE
(twice)
Or touch KITCHEN TIMER once and then touch OFF/CANCEL
(time of day)
NOTE: If you enter more than 4 digits, the first 4 digits will disappear and the following digit(s)
will appear on the right side as you enter them.
3, Start the countdown,
TOUCH YOU SEE
OR
(largenumbers- (smallnumbers-
_me ofday) timercountdown)
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USING ADD ONE MINUTE
ADD ONE MINUTE lets you cook food for 1 minute at 100% cook power or add an extra minute to
your cooking time cycle. You can also use it to extend cooking time cycles in multiples of
1 minute, up to 99 minutes.
NOTES:
To extend cooking time cycles in multiples of 1 minute, touch ADD ONE MINUTE repeatedly
during cooking.
After closing the door, you can enter ADD ONE MINUTE without having to touch START/ENTER.
If you touch ADD ONE MINUTE during cooking,
the oven will cook at the currently selected cook
power. If you touch ADD ONE MINUTE after cooking is over, the oven will cook at 100%
cook power. You can also change the cook power after you touch ADD ONE MINUTE by touching
POWER, Number pads for the new cook power, and START/ENTER.
You can use ADD ONE MINUTE only for the cook time function.
1, Make sure the food is in the oven,
2, Touch ADD ONE MINUTE,
TOUCH YOU SEE
Example for cooking for 1 minute:
CHANGING PRESET COOKING TIMES
If a preset cooking time is too long or too short, you can lengthen or shorten the cooking time after
choosing AUTO COOK, AUTO REHEAT, ZIP DEFROST, or SENSOR COOK (except for the
POPCORN setting). For an auto function, you can only change cooking times after entering a food
quantity, but before cooking starts. For sensor cooking, you can only change cooking times within
20 seconds after choosing the food type. For example, in AUTO REHEAT, after choosing the
type of food and entering the quantity:
To shorten cooking time:
TOUCH YOU SEE
twice
To reset to the original cooking time: TOUCH YOU SEE
lilt
To lengthen cooking time:
TOUCH YOU SEE
once
(example for auto reheat)
three times
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Usi Your Microwave Oven
This section gives you instructions for operating each function. Please read these instructions
carefully.
COOKING AT HIGH COOK POWER
1, Put your food in the oven and close
the door,
2, Touch COOK TIME,
TOUCH YOU SEE
3, Enter the cooking time,
TOUCH YOU SEE
Example for 1 minute, 30 seconds:
4, Start the oven,
TOUCH YOU SEE
At the end of the cooking time:
YOU SEE
(four tones will sound)
You can change the cooking time any time during cooking by repeating Steps 2, 3, and 4.
COOKING AT DIFFERENT COOK POWERS
For best results, some recipes call for different cook powers. The lower the cook power, the slower the
cooking. Each Number pad also stands for a different percentage of cook power. Many
microwave cookbook recipes tell you by number, percent, or name which cook power to use.
COOK POWER NAME WHEN TO USE IT
10 = 100% of full power High Quick heating many convenience foods and foods
(automatic) with high water content, such as soups, beverages
90 = 90% of full power Cooking small tender pieces of meat, ground meat,
80 = 80% of full power Heating rice, pasta, or casseroles
70 = 70% of full power Medium-High Reheating a single serving of food
The following chart gives the percentage of cook power each Number pad stands for, and the cook
power name usually used. It also tells you when to use each cook power. Follow recipe or food pack- age instructions if available.
NOTE: Refer to a reliable cookbook for cooking times.
and most vegetables
poultry pieces, and fish fillets
Heating cream soups
Cooking and heating foods that need a cook power lower than high (for example, whole fish and meat loaf
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COOKING AT DIFFERENT COOK POWERS (CONT.)
COOK POWER NAME WHEN TO USE IT
60 = 60% of full power Cooking sensitive foods such as cheese and egg
dishes, pudding, and custards
Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as lasagna
P5O = 50% of full power Medium Cooking ham, whole poultry, and pot roasts
Simmering stews
P4O = 40% of full power Melting chocolate
Heating bread, rolls and pastries
P30-DEF = 30% of full Medium-Low, Defrosting foods, such as bread, fish, meats, power Defrost poultry, and precooked foods
P2O = 20% of full power Softening butter, cheese, and ice cream P10-WRM = 10% of full Low Keeping food warm
power Taking chill out of fruit
NOTE: Once cook time has been entered you can also use the POWER pad as a second Kitchen Timer by entering "O" for the cook power. The oven will count down the cooking time you set without cooking.
1, Put your food in the oven and close
the door,
2, Touch COOK TIME,
TOUCH YOU SEE
3, Enter the cooking time,
TOUCH YOU SEE
CD CD
Example for 7 minutes, 30 seconds:
4, Set the cook power,
TOUCH YOU SEE
Example for 50% cook power:
TOUCH YOU SEE
OR
(repeat until desired cook power appears)
continued on next page
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COOKING AT DIFFERENT COOK POWERS (CONT.)
5, Start the oven,
TOUCH YOU SEE
At the end of the cooking time:
YOU SEE
(four tones will sound)
You can change the cooking time or cook power any time during cooking by repeating Steps 2, 3
and/or 4 and 5.
COOKING IN STAGES
For best results, some recipes call for one cook power for a certain length of time, and another
cook power for another length of time. Your oven can be set to change from one to another
automatically, for up to 3 stages. You can set your chosen cook functions in any
order. However, if you use ZIP DEFROST it must be the first stage.
NOTE: You cannot sensor cook with stages.
1, Put your food in the oven and close
the door,
2, Touch COOK TIME,
TOUCH YOU SEE
3, Enter the cooking time for the first
stage,
TOUCH YOU SEE
Example for 7 minutes, 30 seconds:
4, Set the cook power for the first stage,
TOUCH YOU SEE
2O
COOKING IN STAGES (CONT.)
Example for 50% cook power:
TOUCH YOU SEE
OR
(repeat until desired cook power appears)
5, Repeat Steps 2, 3, and 4 to set the
cooking time and cook power for each additional stage,
6, Start the oven,
TOUCH YOU SEE
After the first stage is over, you will hear 2 tones. The next stage(s) will count down.
At the end of the cooking time:
YOU SEE
(four tones will sound)
You can change cooking times or cook powers for a stage any time after that stage starts by
repeating Steps 2, 3 and/or 4 and 5.
PROGRESS BAR
The display contains a Progress Bar, which indi- cates how far the Auto Cook functions have gone
and how much more the functions have to go. The full length of the bar represents the estimated run-
ning time of the cooking cycle. The Progress Bar advances line by line during a cycle.
The 12 segments on the Progress Bar give an estimate of progress during cooking and show the
ratio of the time remaining on Auto Cook functions. At the end of the cooking cycle, all 12 segments
will be lighted. NOTE: The Progress Bar appears with Auto Cook,
Zip Defrost and Auto Reheat, but not with Manual Cooking functions.
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USING AUTO COOK
You can cook microwavable foods just by choosing a category and quantity. AUTO COOK has preset
times and cook powers for 5 categories (see following chart).
To use AUTO COOK, follow the steps below:
1, Touch
once
YOU SEE
2, Touch AUTO COOK 1 to 5 times to
choose the type of food,
_ Example
3 times
OR Touch a Number pad to choose the type of
food.
YOU SEE
for bacon
Example
for bacon
Example
for bacon
3, Touch Number pad to enter the
quantity,
(_ Example for 4 slices
YOU SEE
Example for 4 slices
4, Touch
YOU SEE
(countdown time may vary)
NOTES:
If you do not enter a quantity within 2 seconds,
AUTO COOK will prompt you to choose a quantity. You then have 1 minute to enter a
quantity and to touch START/ENTER. If you do not do so, AUTO COOK will be canceled.
If you touch AUTO COOK 6 times, the display
returns to the Rice setting.
If you need more or less time, do not touch
AUTO COOK again. Touch POWER before you touch START/ENTER. (See "Changing preset cooking times" in the "Getting to Know Your
Microwave Oven" section.)
When cooking bacon, keep in mind that
differences in the amount of fat, meat, thickness, and curing process will affect how bacon is
cooked. Also, regular sliced bacon averages about 16 slices per pound.
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USING AUTO COOK (CONT.)
This chart shows you how to choose a type of food and the amounts you can choose for each type.
FOOD AUTO COOK* NUMBER PAD CAN CHOOSE
TOUCH OR TOUCH AMOUNTS YOU
Rice once 1 0.5 to 2 cups**
(118 ml to 437 ml)
Canned Vegetables 2 times 2 1 to 4 cups (237 ml to 946 ml) Bacon 3 times 3 1 to 6 pieces, average thickness
Cereal (instant) 4 times 4 1 to 4 servings French Toast 5 times 5 1 to 4 pieces
YOUmust touch AUTO COOK once before choosing the food type. Because this food is cooked by the sensor, you don't need to enter a quantity. The amount shown here is the amount you can
cook. After you choose the food type and touch START/ENTER, "SENSE" appears on the display. Also, the sensor needs 2 min- utes, 30 seconds to warm up after the oven is connected to power or after a power failure, if you start sensor cooking during the
warm-up, "SENSE" shows on the display until the warm-up is over, Microwave energy will not be turned on until the sensor is
warm,
USING AUTO REHEAT
You can reheat microwavable foods just by choosing a category and quantity. AUTO REHEAT
has preset times and cook powers for 4 categories (see following chart).
To use AUTO REHEAT, follow the steps below:
1, Touch
YOU SEE
Example for casserole
once
YOU SEE
2, Touch AUTO REHEAT 1 to 4 times to
choose the type of food,
_ xample forcasserole 3 times
OR Touch a Number pad to choose the type of
food.
(_ Example for
casserole
3, Touch a Number pad to enter the
quantity.
@ Example
YOU SEE
for 1 cup (237 ml)
Example
for I cup (237 ml)
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USING AUTO REHEAT (CONT.)
NOTES:
4. Touch
YOU SEE
(countdown time may vary)
This chart shows you how to choose a type of food and the amounts you can choose for each type.
TOUCH TOUCH AMOUNTS YOU
FOOD AUTO REHEAT* OR NUMBER PAD CAN CHOOSE Pizza Slice** once 1 1 to 3 slices, 5 oz (142 g) each
Sauce** twice 2 1 to 4 cups (237 ml to 946 ml)
If you do not enter a quantity within 2 seconds,
AUTO REHEAT will prompt you to choose a quantity. You then have 1 minute to enter a quantity and to touch START/ENTER. If you do not
do so, AUTO REHEAT will be canceled.
If you touch AUTO REHEAT 5 times, the display returns to the Pizza Slice setting.
If you need more or less time, do not touch AUTO REHEAT again. Touch POWER before you touch START/ENTER. (See "Changing preset cooking times" in the "Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven" section.)
When reheating a large (4 oz [113 g]) muffin or bagel use the 2-piece setting. The 1-piece setting heats 1 regular-size muffin or bagel, or 2 small dinner rolls.
Casserole 3 times 3 1 to 4 cups (237 ml to 946 ml) Baked Goods 4 times 4 1 to 6 pieces, 2 oz (57 g) each
You must touch AUTO REHEAT once before choosing the food type.
** After you choose the food type and and quantity and touch START/ENTER, "SENSE" appears on the display. Also, the sensor
needs 2 minutes, 30 seconds to warm up after the oven is connected to power or after a power failure. If you start sensor cooking
during the warm-up, "SENSE" shows on the display until the warm-up is over. Microwave energy will not be turned on until the sensor is warm.
USING ZIP DEFROST
ZIP DEFROST uses new technology to defrost up to
70 percent faster than our previous models, depending upon the type and weight of the food. Thin cuts, about
1 pound (454 g), show the most dramatic decreases in
defrosting times. Larger quantities will not show such dramatic improvements but still defrost faster than with
previous systems.
You can defrost food by choosing a category and setting a weight. ZIP DEFROST can be used only for very fast defrosting of frozen foods in the cate- gories of Meat, Poultry or Fish. Use manual defrost for other foods or weights not listed. ZIP DEFROST
has preset times and cook powers for 3 categories (see following chart).
To use ZIP DEFROST, follow the steps below:
2, Continue to touch ZIP DEFROST to
select food class,
Example for meats
once
YOU SEE
Example for meats
1, Touch YOU SEE
once
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USING ZIP DEFROST (CONT.)
3. Touch Number pad(s) to enter the weight. Input the correct weight.
Example for
1.1 Ibs (0.5 kg)
YOU SEE
Example for
1.1 Ibs (0.5 kg)
4. Touch
YOU SEE
(countdown time may vary)
5. Approximately halfway through the cycle, the oven will beep.
The indicator will say "TURN". Turn food and then touch START/ENTER. If you don't open
the door and turn the food, the oven will beep and continue defrosting but will take longer to
defrost.
NOTES:
If you do not enter a weight within 2 seconds, ZIP DEFROST will prompt you to enter a weight.
You then have 1 minute to enter a weight and to touch START/ENTER. If you do not do so, ZIP
DEFROST will be canceled.
If you enter a weight higher than the highest weight or lower than the lowest weight (0.2 lb.)
allowed for your food setting, 3 tones will sound and "RETRY" will appear on the display when you touch START/ENTER. Then the maximum weight
allowed will be displayed.
If you touch ZIP DEFROST 4 times, the display
returns to the Meats setting.
If you need more or less defrosting time, do not touch ZIP DEFROST again. Touch POWER
before you touch START/ENTER. (See "Changing preset cooking times" in the "Getting to Know
Your Microwave Oven" section.)
See the "Zip defrost chart" later in this section for defrosting directions for each food.
To defrost items not listed in the "Zip defrost chart," use 30% cook power. Refer to a reliable
cookbook for defrosting information.
The shape of the package affects how quickly food will defrost. Shallow packages will defrost
more quickly than a deep block.
As food begins to defrost, separate the pieces.
Separated pieces defrost more evenly.
Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such as chicken wings, leg tips, fish tails,
or areas that start to get warm. Make sure the foil does not touch the sides, top, or bottom of
the oven.
This chart shows you how to choose a type of food and the weights you can set for each type.
TOUCH OR TOUCH WEIGHTS YOU CAN SET
FOOD ZIP DEFROST* NUMBER PAD (tenths of a pound) Meats once 1 .2 to 6.6 (91 g to 2994 g)
Poultry twice 2 .2 to 6.6 (91 g to 2994 g) Fish 3 times 3 .2 to 4.4 (91 g to 1998 g)
You must touch ZIP DEFROST once before choosing the food type.
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ZIP DEFROST CHART
FOOD SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Beef
Ground Beef, Bulk Ground Beef, Patties
Round Steak, Tenderloin Steak, Pot Roast, Chuck Roast, Rib Roast, Rolled Rump Roast
Stew Beef Place in a microwavable baking dish. Lamb Cubes for Stew Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Chops (1 in. [2.5 cm] thick) Place on a microwavable roasting rack. Pork Chops in. [13 mm] thick), Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Hot Dogs, Spareribs, Country- Style Ribs, Loin Roast (Boneless),
Sausage, Links Sausage, Bulk Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Meat of irregular shape and large, fatty cuts of meat should have the narrow or fatty areas shielded with foil at the beginning of a defrost cycle.
Do not defrost less than ¼ Ib (113 g). Do not defrost less than two 4 oz (113 g) patties.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
FOOD SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Chicken Whole Place chicken breast-side up on a microwavable roasting rack. Finish defrosting
(up to 9-1/2 Ibs [4.3 kg]) by immersing in cold water. Remove giblets when chicken is partially defrosted. Cut Up Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water. Cornish Hens Whole Place on a microwavable roasting rack. Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.
Turkey
Breast
(under 6 Ibs [2.7 kg])
Place on a microwavable roasting rack. Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.
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ZIP DEFROST CHART (CONT.)
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FOOD Fish
Fillets
Steaks
Whole
Shell Fish
Crabmeat, Lobster Tails, Shrimp, Scallops
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Place in a microwavable baking dish. Carefully separate fillets under cold water.
Place in a microwavable baking dish. Run cold water over to finish defrosting.
Place in a microwavable baking dish. Cover head and tail with foil; do not let foil touch sides of microwave oven. Finish defrosting by
immersing in cold water.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
DEFROSTING TIPS
When using ZIP DEFROST, you need to enter the
net weight (the weight of the food minus
the container). Enter the weight to the nearest
1/10 Ib (45 g).
Only use ZIP DEFROST for raw food. ZiP DEFROST gives best results when the food to be thawed is completely frozen. If the food is partially defrosted, always set a lower food weight (for a shorter defrosting time) to
prevent cooking the food.
For better results, a preset standing time is
included in the defrosting time. This may make
the defrosting time seem longer than expected.
(For more information on standing time, see the "Microwave cooking tips" in the "Cooking Guide"
section.)
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You are probably used to food weights as being in pounds and ounces that are fractions of a pound
(for example 4 ounces equals ¼Ib [113 g]). However, in order to enter food weight in ZIP DEFROST, you
must specify pounds and tenths of a pound. if the weight on the food package is in fractions of
a pound, you can use the following chart to con- vert the weight to decimals.
Equivalent Weight
OUNCES GRAMS DECIMAL WEIGHT
1.6 45.4
3.2 90.7
4.0 113.4
4.8 136.1
6.4 181.4
8.0 226.8
9.6 272.2
11.2 317.5
12.0 340.2
12.8 362.9
14.4 408.2
16.0 453.6
.10
.20 .25 One-Quarter Pound
.30 .40
.50 One-HalfPound .60
.70
.75 Th_e-QuaAe_ Pound .80
.90
1.00 One Pound
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