Kenmore 72166339800, 72166339011 Owner’s Manual
MICROWAVE OVEN
Use and Care Guide
HORNO DE MICROONDAS
Manual de uso y cuidado
Models/Modelos 721.66339
TrueCookPlus e
See page 10 for details
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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
P/No.: MFL47278401 www.sears.com
WARRANTY ........................................................... 3
SAFETY ........................................................... 4-5
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy ......................... 4
Grounding Instructions ........................................ 4
Electronic Interference ..................................... 4
Important Safety Instructions .............................. 5
UNDERSTANDING YOUR
MICROWAVE OVEN ........................................ 6-9
Specifications ...................................................... 6
Installation ........................................................... 6
Parts and accessories ........................................ 7
Control Panel ...................................................... 7
Cookware Guide ................................................. 8
Tips for Microwave Cooking ............................... 9
Cleaning .............................................................. 9
UNDERSTANDINGTrueCookPlus e......................... 10
USINGTrueCookPlus _ ........................................... 11
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN .............. 12-22
Clock ................................................................. 12
Add Minute ........................................................ 12
Kitchen Timer .................................................... 12
Child Lock ......................................................... 12
Quick Touch Sensor Operation Instruction ....... 13
Potato ............................................................... 13
Quick Touch Sensor Table................................ 13
Reheat .............................................................. 14
Reheat Table ..................................................... 14
More/Less ......................................................... 14
Auto Cook ......................................................... 15
Auto Cook Table ............................................... 15
Option ............................................................... 16
Option Function Table ....................................... 16
Melt ................................................................... 17
Melt Table ......................................................... 17
Soften ............................................................... 17
Soften Table...................................................... 17
Auto Defrost ...................................................... 18
Express Defrost ................................................ 18
Auto Defrost Table ............................................ 19
Timed Cook ....................................................... 19
Equivalent Weight Table ................................... 19
Multi-Stage Cooking ......................................... 20
Microwave Power Levels .................................. 20
Cooking Tips ................................................ 21~22
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................ 23-25
Questions and Answers ............................. 23-24
Before Calling for Service ................................ 25
Master Protection Agreements ..................... 52
SERVICE NUMBERS ........................ Back cover
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One Year Limited Warranty
When assembled, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if
this appliance fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of
purchase, return it to any Sears store, Sears Parts & Repair Center or other Kenmore outlet for free
repair.
If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes, this warranty applies for only 90
days from the date of purchase.
This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT
pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts,
light bulbs, and bags.
2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation or maintenance.
3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, operated or maintained according to all
instructions supplied with the product.
5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than
its intended purpose.
6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or
utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.
7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this
product.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as
provided herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law. Sears shall not be
liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states and provinces do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on the duration of
implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to
you.
This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States and Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8
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 interlocks.
,, 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.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded! If an electrical short
circuit occurs, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by
providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance
WARNING
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 if you are
not certain whether the appliance is properly grounded.
,, 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.
is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a
grounding plug. Insert the plug into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded.
This appliance has a short power supply cord to reduce the risk
of anyone 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 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.
. The extension cord is a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
NOTE: This oven draws 12.5 amperes at 120 volts, 60 hz.
. 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.
ELECTRONIC INTERFERENCE
1. Microwave oven operation may interfere with TV, phone, or radio reception.
2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the following measures:
a. Clean the door and the sealing surfaces of the oven.
b. Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or TV.
c. Relocate the microwave oven in relation to the TV, phone, or radio.
d. Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
e. Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so the microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits.
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iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
The safety instructions below will tell you how to useyour microwave 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 microwave oven.
2. Do not allow children to use this ovenwithout close
supervision!
3. Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURETO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY found on page 4.
4. Do not tamper with the built=in safety switches on the oven
door! The oven has several bulk-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 servicetechnician before using it again.
7. To avoid a fire hazard:
a) Do not overcook foods. Itcan cause afire in the oven.
b) Do not use recycled paper products inyour oven. They can
contain particles that can causearcing or may ignite.
c) Do not overcook potatoes. Overcooking could cause a fire.
d) Do not store combustible items (bread, cookies, etc.) inthe
oven because if lightning strikes the power lines, it maycause
the oven to turn ON.
e) Do not usewire twist=ties inthe 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, 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. (Seethe Grounding Instructions on
page4.)
b) Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or
plug, ifit is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or
dropped.
e) 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. Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated
beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling due to
surface tension of the liquid. Visible bubbling or boiling when
the container isremoved from the microwave oven is not always
present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERYHOT LIQUIDS
SUDDENLYBOILING OVERWHEN THE CONTAINERIS
DISTURBEDOR WHEN A SPOONOR OTHERUTENSILIS
INSERTEDINTO THE LIQUID.To reduce the risk of injury
to persons:
1) Do not overheat the liquid.
2)Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
3)Use extremecare when insertinga spoon or other utensil into
the container once heating has begun.
4) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
5)Afterheating,allow thecontainerto stand inthe microwaveoven
for a short time before removing the container.
13. Keep the glasstray and the turntable roller rest inthe oven
when you are cooking.
14. Do not use the oven outdoors. Do not store the oven
outdoors.
15. Do not use this product near water.
- Forexample, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a
swimming pool or similar location.
16. Do not cover or block any openings in the oven.
17. Do not run the microwave oven empty.
18. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of atable or counter.
19. Do not heat glass turntable excessively.
- Do notcook bacon directly on the glass turntable.
- Do notallow the gray film on special microwave cooking
packages to touch the glassturntable. Put the package on a
microwave-safe dish.
- Keepa browning dish at least3/16 in.(.5 cm) above the glass
turntable. If you use the browning dish incorrectly,you could
break the glass turntable.
20. Be careful not to chip or scratch the edges of the turntable.
Chipsor scratches may causethe turntable to break during use.
21. Some items (for example, whole eggs, sealed containers and
closed glassjars)are ableto explodeandshould not be heated in
this oven.
22. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in
this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this
appliance.Thistype of oven isspecificallydesignedto heat,cook,
or dry food. It isnot intended for industrial or laboratoryuse.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
SPECiFiCATiONS
Power Supply 120V AC, 60 Hz
Rated Power Consumption 1650W
Microwave Output "1200W
Rated Current 13.8A
Overall Dimensions(WxHxD) 21 7/8"x12 1/2"x17 1/8"
Oven Cavity Dimensions(WxHxD) 14 W16"x9 5/8"x15 5/8"
Capacity of Oven Cavity 1.2 cu.ft
,IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.
INSTALLATION
Carefully remove your Kenmore microwave oven from the
shipping carton. Be sure to remove all packing materials from
the oven cavity before use.
A. Circuits
For safety purposes this oven must be plugged into a 20-amp
circuit. No other electrical appliances or lighting circuits should
be on this line. If in doubt, consult a licensed electrician.
B. Placement of the Oven
Your microwave oven can be placed easily in your kitchen,
family room, or anywhere else in your home. Place the oven
on a flat surface such as a kitchen countertop or a specially
designed microwave oven cart at least 39.4 in. (100 cm) from
the floor. Do NOT place your microwave oven over a range,
cooktop, or other heat-producing appliances. Free airflow
around the oven is important. Allow at least 4 in. (10 cm)
of space at the top, sides, and back of the oven for proper
ventilation.
C. Turntable installation
Place the turntable roller rest in the circle on the oven floor
and then place the glass turntable on the turntable roller rest.
NOTES:
, Never place the glass turntable in the oven upside down.
Blocking the air inlet and/or outlet openings can damage
the oven.
, Never operate the oven without the turntable in place.
INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
10cm)
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not install closer than 4 inches to side and back wall.
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
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Your oven comes with the following accessories:
1 Glass Turntable
1 Turntable Roller Rest
Oven Control
Panel
Glass Turntable
Safety Interlock System
CONTROL PANEL
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1.DISPLAY.Thedisplay includesa clockand indicatorsthat tell you
time of day,cooking time settings,and cooking functionsselected.
2. QUICK TOUCH SENSOR.These padsallow you tocook mostof
yourfavoritefoods without having to selectcooking times and
powerlevels.
3. MORE/ LESS.All of the one touchcook andTimed Cook can be
adjustedto cook foodfor a longeror shortertime.
MORE _ Press MOREwill add 10seconds to the cookingtime.
LESS _Press LESS willsubtract 10secondsto thecooking time.
4.AUTO DEFROST.This pad isan accuratedefrosting methodfor
frozen meat, poultry and fish upto 6.0Ibs.
5. TrueCookPlus ®.Touch this pad to cook food according to
TrueCookPlus ®code.
6. NUMBER PADS.TouchNumber Pads to enter cookingtime, power
level,quantities,or food categories.
7. COOK TIME.Touchthis padto set a cookingtime.
8. STOP/CLEAR.Touchthis padto stop the oven or clear entries.
9. EXPRESS DEFROST.This padprovidesyou with thequick
defrostingmethod for 1.0poundfrozen foods.
10. MELT.Touchthispad to melt chocolate,cheese, butter,or
marshmallows.
11.SOFTEN. Touchthis padto soften icecream, cream cheese,butter,
or frozen juice.
12.AUTO COOK.Touchthis pad to select programming fooditems.
13.KITCHEN TIMER.Touchthis padto useyour microwave oven as a
kitchentimer.
14.CLOCK. Touchthis padto enterthe time of day.
15.OPTION. Touchthis padto change theoven's defaultsettings for
sound, clock,scroll speed andweight.
16.POWER.Touchthis padto set a cooking power.
17.ADD MINUTE.Touchthis padto cook at 100% cook power for
1 minuteto 99 minutes and 59seconds.
18.START.Touchthis padto start all entries(exceptthe Quick Touch
Sensor, Express Defrost,Auto Cook andAdd Minute functionwhich
startautomatically)and to turn Child Lockon or off.
Turntable
Roller Rest
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 utilitydishes, bread dishes, pie plates, cake
plates, liquid measuring cups, casseroles, and bowls
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
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
• 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
don't 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.
• Use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs
and wings.
• Keep all aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the wall
and door of the oven.
Wood
• Wooden bowls, boards, and baskets will dry out a
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.
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 iN OVEN
Depending on density, food often needs to stand from 2
-15 minutes either in or outside the 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
wi!l 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 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.
REMOVABLE PARTS CONTINUED
, 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 clear any entries that might have been entered
accidentally while cleaning the panel.
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