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MICROWAVE OVEN
Use and Care Guide
HORNO DE MICROONDAS
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
Models/Modelos 721.61283
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
P/NO.: 3828W5A2066
www.sears.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY....
SAFETY
Precautions To Avoid Possible Exposure
To Excessive Microwave Energy
Grounding Instructions................................................3
Important Safety Instructions
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR
MICROWAVE OVEN
Specifications..............................................................5
Installation...................................................................5
Parts And Accessories................................................6
Control Panel
Cookware Guide
Tips For Microwave Cooking.......................................8
Cleaning......................................................................8
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN..
Setting the Clock.........................................................9
Kitchen Timer..............................................................9
Child Lock
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5-8
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9-17
Add Minute
Timed Cooking
Multi-Stage Cooking
3
Microwave Power Levels.............................11
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10
10
11
Quick Touch Sensor
4
Operation Instruction....................................12
Sensor Popcorn
Sensor Reheat
Sensor Reheat Chart
Auto Defrost
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12
12
12
13
Auto Defrost Chart........................................13
6
7
Express Defrost
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14
Option...........................................................15
Option Function Chart..................................15
Cooking Tips...........................................16-17
TROUBLESHOOTING
Questions And Answers
Before Calling For Service
9
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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 RETURNING THE
MICROWAVE TO THE NEAREST
SEARS 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
U.S.A.
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SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY...
• 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
interlock,
• 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:
- door (bent)
- hinges and latches (broken or loosened)
- door seals and sealing surfaces.
• Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door, or allow soil or cleaner
residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
• The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service
personnel.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded! If an electrical short circuit occurs, grounding reduces the risk of electrio 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.
Put the plug into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
A
WARNING
If you use the grounding plug improperly, you risk electric shock.
Ask a qualified electrician if you do not understand the
grounding instructions or if you wonder whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
This appliance has a short power supply cord to
reduce the risk of anyone’s tripping over or becoming
entangled in the cord. You may use an extension cord if
you are careful.
If you use an extension cord, be sure that:
• The marked rating of the extension cord shall be
equal to or greater than the electrical rating of
the appliance.
• The extension cord is a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
NOTE: This oven draws 13 amperes at 120 Volts, 60 Hz.
A
Three-Pronged (Grounding) Plug
• The extension cord does not drape over a
countertop or tabletop, where it can be pulled on
by children or tripped over accidentally.
• The electrical cord is dry and not pinched or
crushed in any way.
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SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The safety instructions below will tell you how to use your oven to avoid harm to yourself or damage
to your oven.
WARNING — To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:
1. Read all the instructions before using your
oven.
2. Do not allow children to use this oven without
close supervision!
3. Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY found on page 3.
4. Do not tamper with the built - in safety switches
on the oven door! The oven has several built-in
safety switches to make sure the power is off
when the door is open.
5. When cleaning the door and the surfaces that
touch the door, use only mild, nonabrasive
soaps or detergents and a sponge or soft cloth.
6. If your oven is dropped or damaged, have it
thoroughly checked by a qualified service
technician before using it again.
7. To avoid a fire hazard; a) Do not severely overcook foods. It can cause a
fire in the oven.
b) Do not use recycled paper products in your
oven. They can contain particles that can
cause arcing or may ignite.
c) Do not overcook potatoes. Overcooking
could cause a fire.
d) Do not store combustible items (bread,
cookies, etc.) in the oven, because if lightning
strikes the power lines, it may cause the oven to
turn ON.
e) Do not use wire twist-ties in the oven. Be
sure to remove them before placing the item in
the oven.
f) Do not use the cavity for storage purposes.
Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils,
or food in the cavity when not in use.
8. If a fire should start: a) Keep the oven door closed.
b) Turn the oven off.
c) Disconnect the power cord or shut off the
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
9. Do not use this oven for commercial purposes.
This microwave is made for household use only.
10. Install or locate this appliance in accordance with
the provided installation instructions.
11. To avoid electric shock;
a) This appliance must be grounded! Connect
it only to a properly grounded outlet. (See the
Grounding instructions on page 3.)
b) Do not operate this appliance if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
c) Do not immerse the electrical cord or plug
in water.
d) Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
e) This appliance should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel.
12. To avoid improperly cooking some foods;
a) Do not heat any types of baby bottles or
baby food. Uneven heating may occur and
possibly cause personal injury.
b) Do not heat small-necked containers, such
as syrup bottles.
c) Do not deep-fat fry in your microwave oven.
d) Do not attempt home canning in your
microwave oven.
e) Do not heat whole eggs in the shell, water with
oil or fat, and sealed containers or closed
glass jars. These items may explode.
13. Keep the glass tray and the turntable roller rest in
the oven when you are cooking.
14. Do not use the oven outdoors. Do not store the
oven outdoors. Do not use this product near
water.
15. Do not cover or block any openings in the oven.
16. Do not run the microwave oven empty.
17. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table
or counter.
18. Do not heat glass turntable excessively.
- Do not cook bacon directly on the glass turntable.
- Do not allow the grey film on special microwave
cooking packages to touch the glass turntable.
Put the package on a microwave-safe dish.
- Keep a browning dish at least Vie inch above
the glass turntable. If you use the browning dish
incorrectly, you could break the glass turntable.
19. Be careful not to chip or scratch the edges of the
turntable. Chips or scratches may cause the
turntable to break during use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply
Rated Power Consumption 1,500 W
Microwave Output *1,100 W
Rated Current 13.0A
Overall Dimensions (WxHxD) 20Ve"x 12Wx 15V2"
Oven Cavity Dimensions (WxHxD)
Capacity of Oven Cavity 1,1 Cu. Ft.
*IEC 705 RATING STANDARD
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.
120 VAC, 60 Hz
133/4" X 93/8" X 143/8"
INSTALLATION
1. Remove your Kenmore microwave oven and all
packing materials from the shipping carton.
2. Place the oven on a level surface that provides at
least 4 inches of space at the left, right, top, and
rear sides for proper ventilation.
NOTE: Do not install your oven over a range,
cooktop, or other heat-producing appliance.
This oven is not designed for built-in use.
3. Place the turntable roller rest in the circle on the
oven floor and then place the glass turntable on the
top of the turntable roller rest.
NOTE: Never place the glass turntable in the oven
upside down.
NOTE: Blocking the inlet and/or outlet openings can
damage the oven.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
See-Through Door
CONTROL PANEL
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Sensor
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Your oven comes with the following accessories:
1 Use and Care Guide
Glass Turntable
Roller Rest
1. DISPLAY. The Display includes a clock and
indicators that tell you time of day, cooking time
settings, and cooking functions selected.
2. QUICK TOUCH SENSOR . The oven's sensor
will tell the oven how long to cook depending on
quantity of the food in the oven.
3. AUTO DEFROST. Touch this pad to thaw meat,
fish, or poultry by entering a weight.
4. NUMBER PADS. Touch Number Pads to enter
cooking time, power level, quantities, or weights.
5. COOK TIME. Touch this pad to set a cooking
time.
6. OPTION. Touch this pad to change the oven's default
settings for sound, clock, scroll speed, Lbs/Kg and
demo on/off choice.
7. STOP/CLEAR. Touch this pad to stop the oven or
clear entries.
8. CLOCK. Touch this pad to enter the time of day.
9. EXPRESS DEFROST. Touch this pad to defrost foods
quickly.
10. POWER. Touch this pad to set a cooking power.
11. ADD MINUTE. Touch this pad to cook at 100%
cook power for 1 to 99 minutes.
12. KITCHEN TIMER. Touch this pad to use your
microwave oven as a kitchen timer.
13. START. Touch this pad to start all entries (except the
functions which start automatically) and to turn Child
Lock on or off.
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STOP
CLEAR
STARTn
DOOR RELEASE
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
COOKWARE GUIDE
Most heat-resistant, non-metallic cookware is safe for use in your microwave oven. However, to test cookware
before using, follow these steps:
1. Place the empty cookware in the microwave oven.
2. Measure 1 cup of water in a glass measuring cup and place it in the oven beside the cookware.
3. Microwave on 100% power for 1 minute. If the dish is warm, it should not be used for microwave cooking.
USE DO NOT USE
Ovenproof Glass Metal Utensil
• Glass treated for use in high-intensity heat • Metal shields food from microwave energy and
includes utility dishes, bread dishes, pie plates, cake produces uneven cooking. Avoid metal skewers,
plates, liquid measuring cups, casseroles, and bowls thermometers, or foil trays.
without metallic trim.
China
• Bowls, cups, serving plates, and platters without
metallic trim can be used in your oven.
Plastic
• When using plastic wrap as a cover, make sure that
the dish is deep enough so the plastic wrap does not
touch the food. As the food heats, it may melt the
plastic wrap wherever the wrap touches the food.
• Place plastic wrap loosely over the top of the dish closed-handle cups for microwave
and secure it by pressing the wrap to the sides of
the dish.
• Vent by turning back one corner of the plastic wrap.
This will allow excess steam to escape.
• Use plastic dishes, cups, semi-rigid freezer
containers, and plastic bags only for short time
cooking. Use these with care because the
plastic may soften from the heat of the food.
Paper
• Microwave-safe paper towels, waxed paper, paper
napkins, and paper plates with no metallic trim or
design can be used in your oven.
• Refer to the manufacturer’s label for use of any
paper product in the microwave oven.
• Metal utensils can cause arcing, which is a
discharge of electric current. Arcing can damage
your microwave oven.
Metal Decoration
• Do not use metal-trimmed or metal-banded
dinnerware, casserole dishes, etc.
Centura™ Tableware
• The Corning Company recommends that you
do not use Centura tableware and some Coreile™
cooking.
Aluminum Foil
• Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil because
they hinder cooking and may cause arcing.
• Use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs
and wings.
• Keep all aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the walls
and door of the oven.
Wood
• Wooden bowls, boards, and baskets will dry out and
may split or crack when you use them in the
microwave oven.
Tightly Closed Containers
• Tightly closed cookware can explode. Be sure
to leave an opening for steam to escape from
covered cookware.
Brown Paper
• Avoid using brown paper bags. They absorb
heat and could burn.
Metal Twist Ties
• Always remove metal twist ties as they can become
hot and cause a fire.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
TIPS FOR MICROWAVE COOKING
BROWNING
Meat and poultry with high fat content that are cooked
for 10 or 15 minutes or longer will brown lightly. Foods
cooked a shorter time can be brushed with a browning
agent, such as Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, or
barbecue sauce.
COVERING
A cover traps heat and steam and causes the food to
cook more quickly. Use a lid or microwave-safe plastic
wrap with one corner folded back to vent the excess
steam. Lids on glass casseroles can become hot
during cooking. Handle carefully. Waxed paper will
prevent the food from splattering in the oven and help
retain heat. When warming bread items, use waxed
paper, napkins, or paper towels. To absorb extra
moisture, wrap sandwiches and fatty foods in paper
towels.
SPACING
Arrange individual foods, such as baked potatoes,
cupcakes, and hors d'oeuvres in a circle and at least
1 inch apart. This will help the food cook more evenly.
STIRRING
Stirring blends flavors and redistributes the heat in
foods. Always stir from the outside toward the center
of the dish. Food at the outside of the dish heats first.
TURNING
Large foods, such as roasts and whole poultry, should
be turned so that the top and bottom cook evenly. Also
turn over chicken pieces and chops.
ARRANGEMENT
Do not stack food. Arrange in a single layer in the dish
for more even cooking. Because dense foods cook
more slowly, place thicker portions of meat, poultry, fish,
and vegetables toward the outside of the dish.
TESTING FOR DONENESS
Because foods cook quickly in a microwave oven, you
need to test frequently for doneness.
STANDING TIME
Food often needs to stand from 2 to 15 minutes after
you remove it from the oven. Usually, you need to cover
food during standing time to retain heat. Remove most
foods when they are slightly undercooked and they will
finish cooking during standing time. The
internal temperature of food will rise about 10 °F
during standing time.
SHIELDING
To prevent some portions of rectangular or square dish
es from overcooking, you may need to shield
them with small strips of aluminum foil to block the
microwaves. You can also cover poultry legs and
wing tips with foil to keep them from overcooking.
Always keep foil at least 1 inch from oven walls
to prevent arcing.
PIERCING
Pierce the shell, skin, or membrane of foods before
cooking to prevent them from bursting. Foods that
require piercing include yolks and whites of eggs, hot
dogs, clams, oysters, and whole vegetables, such as
potatoes and squash.
CLEANING
Wipe the oven inside and outside with a soft cloth and
a mild detergent solution. Then rinse and wipe dry.
This should be done weekly or more often, if needed.
Never use cleaning powders or rough pads.
Excessive oil splatters on the inside top will be difficult
to remove if left for many days. Wipe splatters with a
wet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken or
bacon.
REMOVABLE PARTS
The turntable and turntable roller rest are removable.
They should be hand-washed in warm (not hot) water
with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Once they are
clean, rinse well and dry with a soft cloth. Never use
cleaning powders, steel wool, or rough pads.
• The turntable may be cleaned at the sink. Be careful
not to chip or scratch the edges as this may cause
the turntable to break during use.
• The turntable roller rest should be cleaned regularly.
SPECIAL CARE
For best performance and safety, the inner door panel
and the oven front frame should be free of food or
grease buildup. Wipe often with a mild detergent; then
rinse and wipe dry. Never use cleaning powders or
rough pads.
After cleaning the control panel, touch STOP/CLEAR
to dear any entries that might have been entered
accidentally while cleaning the panel.
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
SETTING THE CLOCK
Example; To set the clock for 11:11.
Touch: Display Shows:
STOP
1.
CLEAR
CLOCK
2. 0 once.
3.
STARTe
4.
NOTE; This is a 24 hour clock.
You can switch between AM and PM by touching
CLOCK before starting the clock.
once.
four times.
to start the
clock.
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KITCHEN TIMER
CHILD LOCK
You can use this safety feature to lock the control
panel so that children cannot use the oven when
you do not want them to and when you are
cleaning the oven.
To set CHILD LOCK:
Touch:
STOP
1.
CLEAR
STARTS
To cancel CHILD LOCK;
Touch and
hold until
LOCKED
appears in
the display.
Touch: Display Shows:
START?
Touch and
hold until
LOCKED
disappears
from the
display.
Display Shows:
Time of day.
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Time of day.
Your microwave oven can be used as a kitchen
timer. You can set up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.
Example: To set 3 minutes.
Display Shows:Touch:
1 KITCHEN
'■ TIMER
CMTcp Time iM
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IS SEC
2.
2^ STARTn, : to start the
' timer.
3 : DO
Time counting down.
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
ADD MINUTE
This time-saving feature lets you cook at 100%
power for up to 99 minutes. Once you select the
cook time, the oven will start automatically.
Example; To cook for 2 minutes.
Touch: Display Shows:
. ADD ^
1- MINUTE twice
2. Beeps sound at the
end
¿ : 00
Time counting down.
TIMED COOKING
This feature lets you program a specific cook time
and power. For best resuits, there are 10 power
level settings in addition to HIGH power (100%).
Refer to the “Microwave Power Level Chart” on
page 11 for more information.
NOTE: If you do not select a power level, the oven
will automatically cook at HIGH (100%) power.
Example: To cook for 5 minutes, 30 seconds at 80% power.
Touch:
A COOK
' ■ TIME
once.
2.
to set a cook time of
5 minutes, 30 seconds.
Display Shows:
POWER once.
to set a
cook
power of
80%.
STARTa
to start
oven.
6. Beeps sound at the
end
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
MULTI-STAGE COOKING
For best results, some recipes call for different cook
powers during different stages of a cook cycle. You
can program your oven to switch from one power
level to another for up to 2 stages.
NOTE: If you are using the AUTO DEFROST
feature as one of the cooking stages, it must be
programmed as the first stage.
Example: To set a 2-stage cook cycle.
Touch:
COOK
1 • TMiTc' once.
TIME
Display Shows:
2.
to set a 3 minute cook
time for the first stage.
3. POWER once.
I Cl ICI t rn t n
LCS/CL t lU I U
4.
COOK
TIME
to set an 80%
cook power for
the first stage.
once.
6.
to set a 7 minute cook
time for second stage.
7_ POWER once.
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to set an 50%
cook power for
the first stage.
g_ START fi
to start the
oven.
3 : DO
10. When the first stage is over, you will hear two
short tones as the oven begins the second
cook stage.
11. Beeps sound at the
end
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MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
Your microwave oven has 10 cook power levels to let
you cook or heat a wide variety of foods. Refer to the
chart below for suggestions:
Microwave Power Level Chart
11
Power
Level
• Boiling water.
10
(High)
• Making candy.
• Cooking poultry pieces, fish, & vegetables.
• Cooking tender cuts of meat.
• Whole poultry.
9
• Reheating rice, pasta, & vegetables.
• Reheating prepared foods quickly.
8
• Reheating sandwiches.
• Cooking egg, milk, & cheese dishes.
7
• Cooking cakes, breads.
• Melting chocolate.
• Cooking veal.
6
• Cooking whole fish.
• Cooking puddings & custard.
• Cooking ham, whole poultry, & lamb.
5
• Cooking rib roast, sirloin tip.
4
• Thawing meat, poultry, & seafood.
• Cooking less tender cuts of meat.
3
• Cooking pork chops, roast.
• Taking chill out of fruit.
2
• Softening butter.
• Keeping casseroles & main dishes warm.
1
• Softening butter & cream cheese.
0 • Standing time.
Use
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
QUICK TOUCH SENSOR
OPERATION INSTRUCTION
QUICK TOUCH SENSOR cooking provides exciting
new features to make microwaving easier. Sensor
menu with all the popular food choices, helps you to
reheat perfectly because it has been pre-programmed
and can tell how long to reheat food items.
Categories:
Sensor Potato
Sensor Reheat
Sensor Fresh Vegetable
Sensor Popcorn
1. The Sensor Touch system works by detecting a
build-up of vapor.
2. Make sure the door remains closed.
3. Once the vapor is detected, two beeps will sound.
4. Opening the door or touching the STOP/CLEAR
pad before the vapor is detected will abort the
process. The oven will stop.
5. Before using Quick Touch Sensor, make sure the
exterior of the reheating container and the interior
of the oven are dry, to assure the best results.
6. Room temperature should not exceed 95°F.
7. Oven should be plugged in at least 5 minutes
before sensor cooking.
Sensor Frozen Vegetable
Sensor Rice
Sensor Frozen Entree
SENSOR POPCORN
SENSOR REHEAT
This feature allows you to reheat precooked roomtemperature or refrigerated foods without selecting
cooking times and power levels. This feature has 3
categories : dinner plate, soup/sauce, casserole.
See below chart for more information.
Example : To reheat casserole.
Touch: Display Shows:
STOP
1.
CLEAR
REHEAT once.
BLWE
once.
The oven will reheat food automatically by sensor
system.
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SENSOR POPCORN lets you pop commercially
packaged microwave popcorn(1.75~3.5 oz).
For best results, use only fresh bag of popcorn.
Place one bag of prepackaged microwave
popcorn on the center of turntable.
Example: To cook popcorn.
Touch: Display Shows;
STOP
1.
CLEAR
POPCORN once.
The oven will cook popcorn automatically by sen
sor system.
once.
SENSOR REHEAT CHART
Code
1
2
3
12
Cate
gory
Dinner
plate
Soup/
Sauce
Casse
role
Direction
Place foods on dinner
plate or similar dish.
Cover with plastic
wrap.
Place foods in an
appropriately sized
microwave container.
Cover with plastic
wrap.
Cover dish containing
the casserole with
plastic wrap.
Amount
Approx.
1/2-1
pound
1-4 cups
1-4 cups
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AUTO DEFROST
AUTO DEFROST thaws frozen food without entering
a cook time or cook power. Three defrost categories
are preset in your oven: Meat, Poultry, and Fish. See
the “Auto Defrost Chart” beiow.
NOTES;
• For added convenience, AUTO DEFROST has a
built-in reminder tone to tell you when to check, turn
over, separate, or rearrange food. The oven will
sound a tone twice during the defrost cycle. At each
tone, open the door and turn, separate, or rearrange
food. Remove any portions that have thawed.
Return frozen portion to the oven and touch START
to resume the defrost cycle.
• You can defrost foods that weigh 0.1 to 6.0 lbs
(0.1~4.0 kg).
For best results:
• Remove fish, shellfish, meat, and poultry from its
original closed paper or plastic package (wrapper).
Otherwise, the wrap will hold steam and juice close
to the foods, which can cause the outer surface of
the foods to cook.
• Shape ground meat into the form of a doughnut
before freezing. When defrosting, remove thawed
meat when the reminder tone sounds and continue
defrosting.
• Place foods in a shallow container or on a
microwave roasting rack to catch drippings.
• Food should still be somewhat Icy In the center
when removed from the oven.
Example: To defrost 1.2 lbs. of ground beef.
Touch: Display Shows:
A AUTO
1. DEFROST
3. > and _
to enter the weight
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4, STARTci to start Time counting down,
the oven.
AUTO DEFROST CHART
Category Touch AUTO DEFROST
MEAT
POULTRY
_
FISH
Food to be Defrosted
Beef
Ground beef, Round steak, Cubes for stew, Tenderloin steak,
Pot roast, Rib roast, Rump roast, Chuck roast, Hamburger patty
Lamb
Chops (1 inch thick). Rolled roast
Pork
Chops ( ^/2 inch thick). Hot dogs, Spareribs, Country-style ribs.
Rolled roast. Sausage
Veal
Cutlets (1 lb., V2 inch thick)
Poultry
Whole (under 4 lbs.), Cut-up, Breasts (boneless)
Cornish Hens
Whole
Turkey
Breast
Fish
Fillets, Whole steaks
Shellfish
Crab meat, Lobster tails, Shrimp,
Scallops
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
EXPRESS DEFROST
Three express defrost sequences are preset in the
oven. The express defrost feature provides you
with the express defrosting method for 1.0 pound
frozen foods. The oven automatically sets the
defrosting time for each food. You can select the
category by touching the number’s key 1 (meat), 2
(poultry) and 3 (fish) after touching the express
defrost.
Example : To defrost 1 lb meat.
Touch: Display Shows:
STOP
1.
2 EXPRESS
DEFROST
CLEAR
once.
pnt H rpu Till tru p
rUUL fKj I UULn C
CICU rnt iru p
riDn fUULnJ
3.
NOTE:
The oven will beep during the DEFROST CYCLE. At
this time open the door and turn over, separate, or
rearrange the food.
Express Defrost provides just enough defrosting so
that the foods can be used in recipes or for cooking.
There will be some ice crystals remaining.
once.
Time counting down
after MEAT scroll in
the display
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OPTION
OPTION provides five modes which make using your microwave oven quite handy. You can select
SOUND ON/OFF, CLOCK ON/OFF, SCROLL SPEED, LBS/KG, DEMO ON/OFF CHOICE.
Example: To turn off Sound of beeper
Touch:
STOP
1.
CLEAR
2. OPTION
Display Shows:
Time of day.
Five modes shows in
the display.
3.
4.
Time of day.
NOTE: To turn beep sound back on, repeat steps
1 -3 then touch number 1.
OPTION FUNCTION CHART
Example; To select Kg unit:
Touch: Display Shows:
H STOP
1 • CLEAR
2. OPTION
3.
4.
NOTE: To select LBS, repeat steps 1-3 then touch
number 1
Time of day.
Five modes shows in
the display.
Time of day.
NUMBER
•
NOTE: When the power cord is first plugged in, the default settings are Sound On, Clock On, Normal Speed,
LBS, Demo Off.
* Demo mode allows oven to operate without oven heating.
OPTION
SOUND ON / OFF
CLOCK ON / OFF
SCROLL SPEED
LBS / KG
DEMO ON/OFF
NUMBER
:
■¡I
:
..
:
i
RESULT
Sound On
Sound Off
Clock On
Clock Off
Slow speed
Normal speed
Fast speed
Lbs
Kg
Demo On
Demo Off
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
WARNING: Do not use aluminum foil during cooking cycle.
COOKING TIPS
Meat
1. No special techniques are required. Meat should be
prepared as with conventional cooking. Season if
desired. Always thoroughly defrost meat before cook
ing.
2. Place the meat on a microwave roasting rack or
microwave-proof plate and place on the turntable.
3. Cook according to the Meat Cooking Chart (below).
Use the longer time for large meats and the shorter
time for smaller meats. For thicker chops, use the
longer time.
4. Turn the meat once halfway through the cooking
time.
5. Let stand for 5-10 minutes wrapped in foil after
cooking. The standing time is very important as it
completes the cooking process.
6. Make sure meat, especially pork, is thoroughly
cooked before eating.
Meat Cooking Chart
Microwave
Meat
BEEF
Standing/Rolled Rib
- Rare 8 8V2 to IOV2 minutes
- Medium
- Well-done
Ground Beef (to
brown for casserole)
Hamburgers,
Fresh or defrosted
(4 oz. each)
- 2 patties
- 4 patties
Power
8 9 to 11 minutes
8 11 to 131/2 minutes
H!GH(100%)
HIGH(100%)
H!GH(100%)
Cooking Time
Per Pound
6 to 9 minutes
2 to 4 minutes
3 to 5 minutes
Poultry
1. No special techniques are required. Poultry should
be prepared as with conventional cooking. Season if
desired.
2. Poultry should be thoroughly defrosted. Remove
giblets and any metal clamps.
3. Prick the skin and brush lightly with vegetable oil
unless the poultry is self-basting.
4. All poultry should be placed on a microwave roasting
rack or a microwave-proof plate and placed on the
turntable.
5. Cook according to the instructions in the Poultry
Cooking Chart below. Turn over halfway through the
cooking time. Because of its shape, poultry has a
tendency to cook unevenly, especially in very bony
parts.Turning during roasting helps to cook these
areas evenly.
6. Let stand for 5-10 minutes wrapped in foil after
cooking before carving. The standing time is very
important, as it completes the cooking process.
7. Make sure poultry is thoroughly cooked before eating.
Whole poultry is completely cooked when the juices
run clear from the inside thigh when it is pierced with
a sharp knife. Poultry pieces should be pierced with
a sharp knife through the thickest part to ensure that
the Juices are clear and the flesh is firm.
Poultry Cooking Chart
Microwave
Poultry
CHICKEN
Whole 8 10 to 14 minutes
Breast (boned) 8 9 to 13 minutes
Portions 8 10 to 16 minutes
Power
Cooking Time
Per Pound
PORK
Loin, Leg
Bacon
-4 slices
- 6 slices
NOTE: The times listed above are only a guide. Allow
for difference in individual tastes and preferences. The
times may also vary due to the shape, cut, and compo
sition of the food.
8
HIGH(100%)
H!GH(100%)
12 to 16 minutes
2 to 3 minutes
3 to 4 minutes
TURKEY
Whole
NOTES:
• The times listed above are only a guide. Allow for
difference in individual tastes and preferences. The
times may also vary due to the shape, cut, and
composition of the food.
• If whole poultry is stuffed, the weight of the stuffed
bird should be used when calculating the cooking
time.
8 10 to 14 minutes
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COOKING TIPS (continued)
Fish
1. Arrange fish in a large shallow non-metallic dish or casserole.
2. Cover with pierced microwave plastic wrap or casserole lid.
3. Place the dish on the turntable.
4. Cook according to the instructions in the Fresh Fish Cooking Chart below. Flakes of butter can be added to the
fish if desired.
5. Let stand as directed in the Cooking Chart before serving.
6. After standing time, check to see that the fish is thoroughly cooked. The fish should be opaque and flake easily.
Fresh Fish Cooking Chart
Microwave
Fish
Fish Fillets HIGH
Whole Mackerel,
Cleaned and Prepared
Whole Trout,
Cleaned and Prepared
Salmon Steaks HIGH
Power
HIGH
HIGH
Cooking Time
Per Pound
4 to 7 minutes
4 to 7 minutes
5 to 8 minutes
5 to 7 minutes
Butter
Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp.)
-
-
Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp.)
Standing
Time
2 to 3 minutes
3 to 4 minutes
3 to 4 minutes
3 to 4 minutes
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Questions and Answers
Operation
TROUBLESHOOTING
Question
Why is the oven iight not on during
cooking?
Why does steam come out of the air
exhaust vent?
Will the microwave oven be damaged if it
operates empty?
Does microwave energy pass through the
viewing screen in the door?
Why does a tone sound when a pad on
the control panel is touched?
Can my microwave oven be damaged if
food is cooked for too long?
When the oven is plugged into wall outlet
for the first time, it might not work properly.
What is wrong?
Answer
There may be several reasons why the oven light is not on.
Have you:
• Set a cooking time?
• Touched START?
• Checked the light bulb?
Steam is normally produced during cooking. The microwave oven
has been designed to vent this steam.
Yes, Never operate the oven empty or without the glass turntable.
No. The metal screen bounces the energy back to the oven cavity.
The holes (or ports) allow only light to pass through. They do not
let microwave energy pass through.
The tone tells you that the setting has been entered.
Like any other cooking appliance, it is possible to overcook food
to the point that the food creates smoke and even possibly fire,
and damage to the inside of the oven. It is always best to be near
the oven while you are cooking.
The microcomputer controlling your oven may temporarily
become scrambled and fail to function as programmed when you
plug in for the first time or when power resumes after a power
interruption. Unplug the oven from the 120 volt household outlet
and then plug it back in to reset the microcomputer.
Why do I see light reflection around the
outer case?
What are the various sounds I hear when
the microwave oven is operating?
This light is from the oven light which is located between the
oven cavity and the outer wall of the oven.
The clicking sound is caused by a mechanical switch turning the
microwave oven’s magnetron ON and OFR
The heavy hum and clunk is from the change in power the
magnetron draws as it is turned ON and OFF by a mechanical
switch.The change in blower speed is from the change in line
voltage caused by the magnetron being turned ON and OFF.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Questions and Answers (continued)
Food
Question
Answer
What is wrong when baked foods have a
hard, dry, brown spot?
Why do eggs sometimes pop? CAUTION: Never microwave eggs in the shell.
Why are scrambled eggs sometimes a
littie dry after cooking?
Is it possible to pop popcorn in a
microwave oven?
A hard, dry, brown spot indicates overcooking. Shorten the cooking
or reheating time.
When baking, frying, or poaching eggs, the yolk may pop due to
steam build-up inside the yolk membrane. To prevent this,
simply pierce the yolk with a wooden toothpick before cooking.
Eggs will dry out when they are overcooked, even if the same
recipe is used each time. The cooking time may need to be varied
for one of these reasons:
• Eggs vary in size.
• Eggs are at room temperature one time and at refrigerator
temperature another time.
• Eggs continue cooking during standing time.
Yes, if using one of the two methods described below:
(1) microwave-popping devices designed specifically for microwave
cooking
(2) prepackaged commercial microwave popcorn that is made
for specific times and power output needed
Follow exact directions given by each manufacturer for
its popcorn popping product and do not leave the oven
unattended while the corn is being popped. If corn fails
to pop after the suggested time, discontinue cooking.
Overcooking could result in an oven fire.
CAUTION:
• Never use a brown paper bag for popping corn or attempt to
pop leftover kernels a fire could occur.
• Do not pop prepackaged commercial microwave popcorn
directly on the glass turntable. To avoid excessive heating of
the glass turntable, place the popcorn bag on a plate.
Why do baked apples sometimes burst
during cooking?
Why do baked potatoes sometimes
burn during cooking?
Why is a standing time recommended
after microwave cooking time is over?
Why is additional time required for
cooking food stored in the refrigerator?
The peel has not been removed from the top half of each apple to
allow for expansion of the interior of the apple during cooking. As in
conventional cooking methods, the interior of the apple expands
during the cooking process.
CAUTION: Do not overcook.
If the cooking time is too long, fire could result. At the end of the
recommended cooking time, potatoes should be slightly firm.
Standing time allows foods to continue cooking evenly for a few
minutes after the actual microwave oven cooking cycle. The
amount of standing time depends upon the density of the foods.
As in conventional cooking, the initial temperature of food affects
total cooking time. You need more time to cook food taken out of a
refrigerator than for food at room temperature.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
You can often correct operating problems yourself. If your microwave oven fails to work properly, locate the
operating problem in the list below and try the solutions listed for each problem.
If the microwave oven still does not work properly, contact the nearest GoldStar Authorized Service Center.
GoldStar Authorized Service Centers are fully equipped to handle your service requirements.
Problem
Oven does not start • Is the power cord plugged in?
• Is the door closed?
• Is the cooking time set?
Arcing or Sparking
Incorrect time of day
Unevenly Cooked Foods
Overcooked Foods
Undercooked Foods
Improper Defrosting
• Are you using approved cookware?
• Is the oven empty?
• Reset the time of day.
• Are you using approved cookware?
• Is the glass turntable in the oven?
• Did you turn or stir the food while it was cooking?
• Were the foods completely defrosted?
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?
• Are you using approved cookware?
• Were the foods completely defrosted?
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?
• Are the ventilation ports clear?
• Are you using approved cookware?
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?
• Did you turn or stir the food during the defrosting cycle?
Possible Causes
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE
STATEMENT (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 instruc
tions, may cause interference to radio and television
reception. It has been type tested and found to
comply with limits for 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 recep
tion, which can be determined by turning the equip
ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to cor
rect the interference by one or more of the following:
• Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or televi
sion.
• 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 the microwave oven and the receiver are on dif
ferent branch circuits.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio
or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifi
cation to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility
of the user to correct such interference.
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