Kenmore 721.66222 User Manual

MICROWAVE OVEN

Use and Care Guide

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Manual de Uso y Cuidado

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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

P/NO.: 3828W5A8252 www.sears.com

WARRANTY ......................................................... 2

SAFETY ............................................................ 3-4

Precautions To AvoidPossible Exposure

To Excessive Microwave Energy........................ 3

Grounding InstnJctions........................................ 3

Important Safety Instructions.............................. 4

UNDERSTANDING YOUR

MICROWAVE OVEN ......................................... 5-8

Specifications...................................................... 5

installation........................................................... 5

PartsAnd Accessories ........................................ 6

Control Panel ...................................................... 6

Cookware Guide................................................. 7

"ripsFor Microwave Cooking .............................. 8

Cleaning .............................................................. 8

USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN ............... 9-15

Clock ................................................................... 9

Kitchen Timer ...................................................... 9

Child Lock ........................................................... 9

Add Minute ........................................................ 10

Timed Cooking .................................................. 10

Multi-Stage Cooking .......................................... 11

Microwave Power Levels .................................. 11

Quick Touch Cooking ......................................... 12

Quick Touch Cooking Table ............................... 12

Auto Defrost ...................................................... 13

Express Defrost ............................................... 13

Auto Defrost Table ............................................ 13

Cooking Tips ................................................ 14-15

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................. 16-18

Questions And Answers .............................. 16-17

Before Calling For Service ................................ 18

Master Protection Agreements ......................... 39

Service Numbers ................................ Back cover

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON

MICROWAVE OVEN

For one year from the date of purchase, ifthis
Kenmore microwave oven fails due to a defect

in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it

free of charge.

FOUR YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
ON MAGNETRON

For the second through the fifth year from the date

of purchase,if the magnetron in this oven fails due
to a defect in material or workmanship,Sears will
supply a new magnetron,free of charge.Safety
regulations,however,require the magnetron to be

installed by Sears,and you must pay the labor cost
of installation.

WARRANTY SERVICE

For warranty service, return the microwave to

your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center in the

United States. For the location of your nearest

Sears Parts & Repair Center, call

1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

This warranty is void if microwave is used for other

than private household purposes.
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., D/817WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL. 60179 U.S.A.

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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 grounde!! If an electrical short circuit occurs, grounding reduces the dsk of electric shock

by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding

wire with a grounding plug. Put the plug into an outlet that is propedy installed and grounded.

Ak WARNING Ak

If you use the grounding plug improperly, you risk electric shock.

Ask a qualified electrician or the Sears Service Department if you do not understand the grounding instructions or

ifyou wonder whether the appliance is propedy grounded.

This appliance has a short power supply cord to reduce the dsk of anyone's tripping over or becoming entangled
in the cord. You may use an extension card if you are careful.

If you use an extension cord, be sure that:

• The extension cord has the same electrical rating as

the appliance.

• The marked rating of the extension cord shall be

equal to or greater than the electrical rating of
the appliance.

NOTE: This oven draws 13 amperes at 120 Volts, 60 Hz.

• The extension card is a grounding-type 3-wire cord.

• The extension cord does not drape over a
countertop or tabletop, where it can be pulled on

by children or tdpped over accidentally.

• The electrical cord is dry and not pinched or
crushed in any way.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The safety instructions below will tell you how to use your microwave oven to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your oven.

WARN ING - To reduce the dsk of bums, electdc shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to

excessive microwave energy:

1. Read all the instructions before using your microwave

oven,

2. Do notallow children to use this oven without close
supervision!

3. Read and follow thespecificPRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE

ENERGY found on page 3.

4. Do nottamper with the built - in safety switches on the
oven doorf The oven has several buiit-insafety switches to

make sure the power isoffwhen 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, Ifyour oven is dropped or damaged, have itthoroughly

checked by a qualified service technidan 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 s_kes 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 inthe oven.

f) Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not

leave paper products, cookingutensils,or food inthe
cavity when not inuse.

8. Ifa fire should start:
a) Keep the oven door closed.

b)Tum the oven off.

c) Disconnect the power cord or shut offthe power at

the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

9. Do not usethis ovenfor commercial purposes,This

microwave is made for household useonly.

10. Install or locate this appliance in accordance with the

provided installation insb'uctions.

tl. To avoid elecb'ic shock:

a) This appliance must be grouodedf Connectitonlyto

a properly grounded ouitet.(See the Grounding
instructions on page 3,)

b) Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged

cord or plug, if it isnot working properly, or if it has

been damaged or dropped.

c) Do not immerse the electdcal cord or plug in water.
d) Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
e) This applianceshouldbe serviced onlyby qualified

service personnel.

12. Liquids such as water, coffee, or teaare able to be
overheated beyond the boiling point without appeadng to

be boiling due to surface tension of theliquid. Visible
bubbling or boilingwhen the container is removed from
the microwave oven isnot always present. This could

result in very hot liquids suddenly belling over When the
container is disturbed or when a spoon or other utensil is
inserted into the liquid. To reduce the risk of injury to
persons;

1) Do not overheat the liquid.

2) Stir the liquid beth before and halfway through heating it.

3) Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other
utensil intothe container once beating has begun.

4) Do not use straight-sided containers withnarrow
necks.

5)After heating, allow the container to stand in the
microwave oven for a short time before removing the

container.

13. Keep the glass tray and theturntable rollerrest 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.

- for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement,

near a swimming pool, orsimilar location.

15. Do not cover or block any openings inthe oven.

16. Do not run the microwave oven empty.

17. Do not letthe cord hang over the edge of a table or
counter.

18. Do not heat glass tumtable excessively.

- Do not cook bacon directly on the glass tamtable.

- Do not allow the grey film on special microwave cooking
packages to touch the glass tumtable.Put the package

on a microwave-safe dish.

- Keep a browning dish at least 3,£6inchabove the glass
tumtable. If you use the browning dish incorrectly,you

could break the glass turntable.

19. Be careful not to chip or scratch theedges of the
turntable. Chips or scratches may cause the tumtable to
break dudng use.

20. Some produce such as whole eggs and sealed containers

- for example, dosed glass jars are able to explode and
should not be heated in this oven.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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SPECIFICATIONS

I_ower §upp!y ....................................................................... !20 V.AC, 60 Hz ..............................

Rated P°_/e[. (_0nsumpt!°n ......................................................... ]_5.00 W ................................

U!crowaye.Output .................................................................... "!.,'1()0 W ..................................

Rated Current t 3.0 A

()veml.l..D!mensigns .(WxH:(D )............... 19W,," x 11'/," x 16'h"

Qven C:av!ty Dimensior_s.(WxHxD ) ............. 14'/,s" x e'/," x 13,/,"

Capacity of Oven Cavity 1.1 Cu. Ft.

*IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD

Specifications subject to change without prior notice.

INSTALLATION

1. Remove your Kenmoremicrowave oven and all
packingmatedalsfrom theshippingcarton.

2. Place the oven on a level surface that provides at
least 4 inches of space at the left, dght, top, and

rear sides for proper ventilation.

NOTE: Do not install your microwave oven over a
range, cooktop or other heat-producing appliances.

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. Blocking the inlet and/or outlet
openings can damage the oven.

Countertop

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

See-Through Door Easy-Clean

Oven Cavity

Safety Interlock System

CONTROL PANEL

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Your oven comes with the following accessories:

1 Use and Care Guide
1 Glass Turntable Glass Turntable

1 Turntable Roller Rest

Oven Control
Panel

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 COOKING. These pads allow you to
cook most of your favorite foods without having to

select cooking times and power levels.

3. AUTO DEFROST. This pad is an accurate defrosting

method for frozen meat, poultry and fish up to 6.0 Ibs.

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. CLOCK. Touch this pad to enter the time of day.

7. STOPICLEAR. Touch this pad to stop the oven or
clear entries.

8. EXPRESS DEFROST.This pad provides you with the
quick defrosting method for 1.0 pound frozen foods.

9. POWER. Touch this pad to set a cooking power.

10. ADD MINUTE. Touch this pad to cook at 100% cook

power for 1 minute to 99 minute 59 seconds.

11. KITCHEN TIMER. Touch this pad to use your

microwave oven as a kitchen timer.

12. START. Touch this pad to start all entries (except the
Quick Touch Sensor, Express Defrost, Auto Cook

and Add Minute function which start automatically)
and to turn Child Lock on or off.

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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

• Glass treated for use in high-intensity heat

includes utility dishes, bread dishes, pie plates, cake
plates, liquid measuring cups, casseroles, and bowls

without metallic trim.

China

• Bowls,cups, servingplates,and platterswithout
metallictrimcan be usedin youroven.

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
and secure it by pressing the wrap to the sides of

the dish.

• Vent by turning back one comer of the plastic wrap.
This will allow excess steam to escape.

• Use plastic dishes, cops, 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 Utensil

• Metal shields food from microwave energy and
produces uneven cooking. Avoid metal skewers,

thermometers, or foil trays.

• 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 TM Tableware

• The Coming Company recommends that you

do not use Centura tableware and some Corelle TM
closed-handle cups for microwave cooking,

Aluminum Foil

• Do not use large sheets of aluminum foil because

they hinder cooking and may cause arcing.You may
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 oveR.

Tightly Closed Containers

• Tightly closed cookware can explode. Be sure

to leave an opening for steam to escape from
covered cookware.

Brown Paper

• Do not use 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,

TIPS FOR MICROWAVE COOKING

BROWNING
Meat and poultrywith highfat contentthat are cooked

for 10 or 15 minutesor longerwillbrownlightly.Foods
cookeda shortertime can be brushedwith a browning

agent, suchas Worcestershiresauce, soysauce, or
barbecuesauce.

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.

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 IN OVEN
Depending on density, food often needs to stand from

2 to 15 minutes either in or outside of oven after
cooking power shuts off. Outside of oven, you usually

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

dishes 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 I inch from oven walls

to prevent arcing.

TURNING

Large foods, suchas roastsand whole poultry, should
be turnedso thatthetop and bottomcook evenly.Also

tum over chicken piecesand chops.

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.

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.

• The glass tumtable may be cleaned at the sink. Be

careful not to chip or scratch the edges as this may
cause the turntable to break dudng 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 clear any entries that might have been entered

accidentally while cleaning the panel.

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CLOCK

CHILD LOCK

Example: To set the clock for 10:30.

Touch: Display Shows:

STOP

1= [ o [

2. €i_¢k

=

4. START

NOTE: This isa 12 hourdock.

KITCHEN TIMER

Your microwave oven can be used as a kitchen
timer. You can set up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.

Example: To set 3 minutes.

Touch: Display Shows:

1. kitchen 0

_im_r

12:00

I 10:90

I 10:90

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:

.

STO_ I 0

Clei_r

Display Shows:

(Time of day will display.)

2. START" Touch and

hold until %" L I

' appears in

the display.
(approximately

4 seconds)

To cancel CHILD LOCK:

Touch: Display Shows:

1. START _ Touch and hold

until "L"
disappears

from the

display.
(approximately

4 seconds)

Time of day.

I

2. 9:00

3. _ 9:00

time counting down.

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ADD MINUTE

TIMED COOKING

A time-saving pad, this simplified control lets
you quicldy set and start microwave cooking at

100% power without the need to touch START.
Example: To cook for 2 minutes.

Touch:

1. STO-I--P Time of day.

_|ear

Twice Time counting down

NOTE: If you touch ADD MINUTE, it will add 1
minute up to 99 min 59 seconds.

Display Shows:

and power 100

This feature lets you program a specific cook time
and power. For best results, there are 10 power
level settings in addition to HIGH power (100%).

Refer to the "Microwave Power Level Table" on
page 11 for more information.

NOTE: If you do not select a powerlevel,the oven

willautomaticallycook at HIGH (100%) power.

Example: To cook for 5 minutes, 30 seconds

at 80% power,

Touch:

Display Shows:

1. cook time 0

2. 5 3 0 5:30 I

3. power

i

P-HI ]

4. 8

5. ;_"START 'i!_

P-BD ]

5:30

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MULTI-STAGE COOKING

For best resulta, some recipes coil for different cook
powers during different stages of a cook cycle. You
con program your oven to switch from one power

level to another for up to 3 stages.

Example: To set a 2--stage cook cycle.

Touch:

1. cook time

2. 3 ;0 0

Display Shows:

I °l
I ,;00I

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
table below for suggestions:

Microwave Power Level Table

Power Use

Level

• Boiling water.

10 • Making candy.

(High) • Cooking poultry pieces, fish, & vegetables.

• Cooking tender cuts of meat.

• Whole poultry.

9 • Reheating rice, pasta, & vegetables.

to set a 3 minute cook
time for first stage.

3. power

i

4. 8 tosetan80%

5. cook time

cook powerfor
the first stage.

6.

to set a 7 minutecook
time for secondstage.

7. power

P-HI 1

P-80 1

7:00 ]

P-HI ]

8 • Reheating prepared foods quickly.

• Reheating sandwiches.

• Cooking egg, milk, & cheese dishes.

7 • Cooking cokes, breads.

• Melting chocolate.

• Cooking veal.

6 • Cooking whole fish.

• Cooking puddings & custard.

5 • Cooking ham, whole poultry, & lamb.

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NOTE: You may program standing time as the final

• Cooking rib roast, sidoin tip.

4 • Thawing meat, poultry, & seafood.

• Cooking less tender cuts of meat.

3 • Cooking pork chops, roast.

2 • Taking chill out of fruit.

• Softening butter.

1 • Keeping casseroles & main dishes warm.

• Softening butter & cream cheese.

0 • Standing time.

stage in multi-stage cooking.

8. 5 to set an 50%

cook power for
the second

stage.

P -50 ]

9. START

I :OO]

10. When the first stage is over, you will hear two
short tones as the oven begins the second

cook stage.

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QUICK TOUCH COOKING

Use this function to cook food without entering a
cook time or power. Refer to the Quick Touch
Cook Table below for more information.

Example: To cook a 3.5oz. bag of microwave
popcorn.

Example: To cook 1 potato

Touch: Display Shows:

1. potato /

Touch: Display Shows:

1. popcom _. 5

2. The oven will start

automatically.

"lime counting down.

2. The oven will start Time counting down.

automatically.

3. At the end of cooking ]

time, 2 short tones and End

1 long tone will sound.

3. At the end of cooking

time, 2 short tones and

1 long tone will sound.

End

QUICK TOUCH COOKING TABLE

CATEGORY TOUCH SERVING SIZE DIRECTIONS

Beverage 1 time 1 cup • 240ml per cup.

2 times 2 cups • Use mug or microwave-safe cup.

Potato 1 time 1 ea (8 oz.) ° 8-10 oz. per potato.

2 times 2 ea (16 oz.) • Place in center of the turntable tray on paper towel,
3 times 3 ea (24 oz.) • Pierce potato several times with fork.

4 times 4 ea (32 oz.) • After cooking, let stand for 5 minutes.

Popcorn 1 time 3.5 oz. • Follow package instructions.

2 times 3.0 oz. • Do not try to pop unpopped kernels.

Pizza 1 time 1 slice • Follow package instructionsto prepare pizza for microwaving.

2 times 2 slices • Place pizza onto a sheet of non-recycled paper towel directly
3 times 3 slices on the turntable.

Food Plate 1 time 1 serving • Arrange the food on a microwave-safe plate.

2 times 2 servings • Cover loosely with plastic wrap.

Frozen 1 time 10 oz. • Remove from outer display package.
Entree * If net in microwave-safe container, place on plate cover with

Fresh 1 time 1 cup • Prepare as desired, wash, and leave residual water on
Vegetable 2 times 2 cups the vegetables.

3 times 3 cups • Place the appropriately-sized microwave container.
4 times 4 cups • Cover with plastic wrap and went.

Baked Goods 1 time 1 ea • Place in center of the turntable tray on paper towel.

2 times 2 ea • After cooking, let stand for 5 minutes.
3 times 3 ea • No cover.
4 times 4 ea

Casserole 1 time 1 cup ° Place the appropriately-sized microwave container.

2 times 2 cups • Cover with plastic wrap and went.
3 times 3 cups • After cooking, allow to stand for 3 minutes.
4 times 4 cups

• Stir after reheating.

• Heat only 1 package at a time.

plastic wrap and venL

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AUTO DEFROST

Three defrost sequences are preset in the oven.
The auto defrost feature provides you with the best
defrosting method for frozen foods. The cooking guide
will show you which defrost sequence is recommended
for the food you are defrosting.

For added convenience, the Auto Defrost

includes a built-in beep mechanism that reminds
you to check, turn over, separate, or rearrange to get
best defrost results. Throe different defrosting levels
are provided.

1 MEAT
2 POULTRY
3 FISH

*Available weight is 0.1-6.0 Ibs.

Example: To defrost 1.2 Ibs of ground beef.

Touch: Display Shows:

1. autodefrost

ii

NOTE:

When you touch the START pad, the display changes
to defrost time count down. The oven will beep dudng
the DEFROST cycle. At this time, open the door and
turn, separate, or rearrange the food.

Remove any portions that have thawed.

Return frozen portions to the oven and touch
START to resume the defrost cycle.

OPERATING TIPS

• For best results, remove fish, shellfish, meat, and
poultry from its original closed paper or plastic pack-

age (wrapper). Otherwise, the wrap will hold steam
and juice close to the foods, which can cause the

outer surface of the foods to cook.

• For best results, shape your ground meat into the

form of a doughnut before freezing. When defrosting,

scrape off thawed meat when the beep sounds and

continue defrosting.

• Place foods in a shallow container or on a microwave

roasting rock to catch drippings.

• Food should still be somewhat icy in the center when
removed from the oven.

AUTO DEFROST TABLE

2. and 2

to enter the weight

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4. At the end of the r

defrost time, two short End

tones and one long
tone will sound.

Time counting down.

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EXPRESS DEFROST

This feature should be used only when you defrost

pound of frozen ground beef.

Example: To defrost I Ib Ground beef.

Touch:

1. s oP_._

dear Time of day.

Display Shows:

Category Food to be Defrosted

Beef

Ground beef, Round steak,
Cubes for stew, Tenderloin steak,
Pot roast, Rib roast, Rump roast,

dEF I Chuck roast, Hamburger patty

Lamb

MEAT Chops (1 inch thick), Rolled roast

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dEE 2 Whole (under 4 Ibs.), Cut-up, Breasts

POULTRY Cornish Hens

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dE F 3 Fillets, Whole Steaks

FISH Crab meat, Lobster tails, Shdmp,

Pork

Chops ( 1/2 inch thick), Hot dogs,
Spareribs, Country-style dbs.

Rolled roast, Sausage

Veal

Cutlets (1 lb., 1 /2 inch thick)

Poultry

(boneless)

Whole

Turkey

Breast

Fish

Shellfish

Scallops

2. express defrost

Time counting down and

EXPRESS DEFROST.

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WARNING: Do not use large sheets of aluminum foil because they hinder cooking
and may cause arcing, You may 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,

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
cooking.

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 Table (below).
Use the longer time for large cuts of meats and the

shorter time for small cuts of 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 Table

Microwave Cooking Time

Meat Power Per Pound

BEEF
Standing/Rolled Rib

- Medium

- Well-done
Ground Beef (to

brown for casserole)
Hamburgers,

Fresh or defrosted
(4 oz_ each)

- 2 patties

- 4 patties

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
8

HIGH(100%)

HIGH(100%)
HIGH(100%)

8

HIGH(100%)
HIGH(100%)

8 to10 minutes
9 to 11 minutes

5V2to 8V2minutes

2 to 4 minutes
3 to 5 minutes

12 to 16 minutes

2to 3 minutes
3to 4 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 Table 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 food over helps to cook these areas
evenly.

6. Remove from oven,wrap in foil,and let stand for
5 -10 minutes before carving.The standing time is very

important, since 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 Table

Microwave Cooking Time

Poultry

CHICKEN

Whole
Breast (boned)

Portions

.................................... , ................. n....................

TURKEY
Whole 8 10 to 14 minutes

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.

Power Per Pound

8 10 to 14 minutes
8 9 to 13 minutes
8 10 to 16 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 Table below. Flukes of butter can be added to the

fish if desired.

5. Let stand as directed in the Cooking Table 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 Table

Fish Power Per Pound Butter Time

Fish Fillets HIGH 4to7minutes Add15 to 30 ml (1ta 2 tbsp lemon juice) 2to3minutes

Whole Mackerel, HIGH 4 to 7 minutes 3 to 4 minutes

Cleaned and Prepared

Whole Trout, HIGH 5 to 8 minutes 3 to 4 minutes

Cleaned and Prepared

..................... i ........... i ........ 4 ................................ J............

Salmon Steaks HIGH 5 to 7 minutes Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice) 3 to 4 minutes

Microwave Cooking Time Standing

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Questions and Answers

Operation

Question

Why is the oven light not on dudng
cooking?

Why does steam come out of the air

exhaust vent?

Will the microwave oven be damaged if it Yes. Never operate the oven empty or without the glass turntable.

operates empty?

Does m=crowave energy pass through the No. The metal screen bounces the energy back to the oven cavity.

viewing screen in the door? The holes (or ports) allow only light to pass through. They do not

Why does a tone sound when a pad on The tone tells you that the setting has been entered.
the control panel istouched?

Can my microwave oven be damaged if Like any other cooking appliance, it is possible to overcook food
food is cooked for too long? to the point that the food creates smoke and even possibly fire,

When the oven is plugged into the wall The microcomputer controlling your oven may temporadly
outlet for the first time, and it might not become scrambled and fail to function as programmed when you
work properly. What is wrong? plug in for the first time or when power resumes after a power

There may be several reasons why the oven light is not on.

Have you:

• Set a cooking time?

• Touched START?

Steam is normally produced dudng cooking. The microwave oven
has been designed to vent this steam.

let microwave energy pass through.

and damage to the inside of the oven. It is always best to be near
the oven while you are cooking.

interruption. Unplug the oven from the 120 volt household outlet
and then plug it back in to reset the microcomputer.

Answer

Why do I see light reflection around the This light is from the oven light which is located between the
outer case? oven cavity and the outer wall of the oven.

What are the vadous sounds I hear when The clicking sound is caused by a mechanical switch turning the
the microwave oven is operating? microwave oven's magnetron ON and OFF.

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 magnetran being turned ON and OFF.

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Questions and Answers (continued)

Food

Question Answer

What is wrong when baked foods have a A hard, dry, brown spot indicates overcooking. Shorten the cooking
hard, dry, brown spot? or reheating time.

Why do eggs sometimes pop? 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.

CAUTION: Never microwave eggs in the shell.

Why are scrambled eggs sometimes a
little dry after cooking?

Why do baked apples sometimes burst The peel has not been removed from the top half of each apple to
during cooking? allow for expansion of the interior of the apple during cooking. As in

Why do baked potatoes sometimes If the cooking time is too long, fire could result. At the end of the

burn during cooking? recommended cooking time, potatoes should be slightly firm.

Why is a standing time recommended Standing time allows foods to continue cooking evenly for a few
after microwave cooking time is over? minutes after the actual microwave oven cooking cycle. The

Why is additional time required for As in conventional cooking,the initial temperature of food affects

cooking food stored in the refrigerator? total cooking time. You need more time to cook food taken out of a

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.

conventional cooking methods, the interior of the apple expands

during the cooking process.

CAUTION: Do not overcook.

amount of standing time depends upon the density of the foods.

refrigerator than for food at room temperature.

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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 Sears Parts & Repair Center by calling 1-800-
4-MY-HOME®. Sears Parts & Repair Centers are fully equipped to handle your service requirements.

Problem Possible Causes

Oven does not start • Is the power cord plugged in?

Arcingor Sparkieg • Are you using approved cookware?

Unevenly Cooked Foods • Are you using approved cookware?

Overcooked Foods • Was the time/cooking power level correct?

Undercooked Foods • Are you using approved cookware?

Improper Defrosting • Are you using approved cookware?

• Is the door closed?

• Is the cooking time set?

• Is the oven operating while empty?

• Is the glass turntable in the oven?

• Did you turn over or stir the food while it was cooking?

• Were the foods completely defrosted?

• Was the time/cooking power level correct?

• Were the foods completely defrosted?

• Was the time/cooking power _evel correct?

• Was the time/cooking power level correct?

• Did you turn over or stir the food during the defrosting cycle?

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 stdct 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 taming the equip-
ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to cor-
rect the interference by one or more of the following:

Reodent 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 "IV interference caused by unauthorized modifi-

cation to this microwave oven. tt is the responsibility

of the user to correct such interference.

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