KitchenAid KEMS308, KBHS109 User Manual 2
SUPERBA® BUILT-IN CONVECTION
MICROWAVE OVEN
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230
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or visit our website at www.kitchenaid.com
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FOUR MICRO-ONDES ENCASTRÉ SUPERBA®
CUISSON PAR CONVECTION
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service composez le 1-800-807-6777 ou visitez notre site web à...
www.KitchenAid.ca
Table of Contents/Table des matières.............................................................................2
Models/Modèles KBHS179 KBHS109 KEMS378 KEMS308
8304369C
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY.......................................3
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................4
Turntable ......................................................................................5
Convection Rack..........................................................................5
Crisper Pan and Handle...............................................................5
Baking Tray ..................................................................................5
KITCHENAID™ Steamer Vessel ..................................................6
ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL...................................................6
Display(s) ......................................................................................7
Number Codes.............................................................................8
Start/Add a Minute.......................................................................8
Control Lock.................................................................................8
Off.................................................................................................8
Clock ............................................................................................8
Tones............................................................................................ 8
Options.........................................................................................9
Fahrenheit and Celsius.................................................................9
Timer.............................................................................................9
BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN USE ...........................................10
Food Characteristics..................................................................10
Cooking Guidelines....................................................................10
Cookware and Dinnerware ........................................................11
Aluminum Foil and Metal ...........................................................11
Positioning Baking Tray .............................................................11
Microwave Cooking Power........................................................11
Doneness ...................................................................................12
Sensor Cook...............................................................................12
Manual Cooking .........................................................................12
Crisper Pan Frying......................................................................12
Custom Reheat ..........................................................................13
Custom Defrost..........................................................................14
Steam Cooking...........................................................................15
Popcorn......................................................................................15
Keeping Food Warm ..................................................................16
Crisp ...........................................................................................16
Soften/Melt.................................................................................17
EasyConvect™ Conversion .......................................................17
BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN CARE.........................................18
General Cleaning........................................................................18
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................20
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................21
WARRANTY ..................................................................................22
SÉCURITÉ DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES ENCASTRÉ...............23
Spécifications électriques ..........................................................24
Plateau rotatif .............................................................................25
Grille de convection....................................................................25
Poêle à croustiller et poignée.....................................................25
Plaque de cuisson......................................................................26
Cuiseur vapeur KITCHENAID™.................................................26
COMMANDE ÉLECTRONIQUE DU FOUR.................................27
Afficheur(s)..................................................................................28
Codes de chiffres .......................................................................28
Start/Add a minute (mise en marche/ajouter une minute).........28
Verrouillage des commandes.....................................................29
Off (arrêt).....................................................................................29
Clock (horloge) ...........................................................................29
Signaux sonores.........................................................................29
Options .......................................................................................29
Fahrenheit et Celsius..................................................................30
Minuterie.....................................................................................30
UTILISATION DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES ENCASTRÉ..........30
Caractéristiques des aliments....................................................30
Guide de cuisson........................................................................30
Ustensiles de cuisson et vaisselle..............................................31
Papier d'aluminium et métal.......................................................31
Positionnement de la plaque de cuisson...................................32
Puissance de cuisson des micro-ondes....................................32
Degré de cuisson .......................................................................33
Cuisson par détection................................................................33
Cuisson manuelle.......................................................................33
Poêle à croustiller pour frire .......................................................33
Réchauffage personnalisé..........................................................34
Décongélation personnalisée.....................................................35
Cuisson à la vapeur....................................................................36
Popcorn (maïs éclaté).................................................................37
Pour garder les aliments au chaud ............................................37
Consistance croustillante...........................................................38
Ramollir/faire fondre...................................................................38
Conversion EasyConvect™ .......................................................39
ENTRETIEN DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES ENCASTRÉ ............40
Nettoyage général ......................................................................40
DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................42
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................43
GARANTIE.....................................................................................43
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BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
DANGER
WARNING
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock,
fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave
energy:
■ Read all instructions before using the microwave oven.
■ Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY” found in this section.
■ The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect only to
properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS” found in this section.
■ Install or locate the microwave oven only in accordance
with the provided Installation Instructions.
■ Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and sealed
containers – for example, closed glass jars – may explode
and should not be heated in the microwave oven.
■ Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals
or vapors in the microwave oven. This type of oven is
specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not
designed for industrial or laboratory use.
■ Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be
inserted in the microwave oven as they may create a fire or
risk of electric shock.
follow instructions.
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
You
instructions.
■ Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off
the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric
shock.
■ Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer's
recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.
■ Do not operate the microwave oven if it has a damaged
cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
■ Do not deep fry in oven. Microwavable utensils are not
suitable and it is difficult to maintain appropriate deep frying
temperatures.
■ Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in
the “PAN BROWN” mode.
■ Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal
foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
■ As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary
when used by children.
■ The microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified
service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service
company for examination, repair, or adjustment.
■ Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave
oven.
follow
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
■ Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be
overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be
boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is
removed from the microwave oven is not always present.
THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS
SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS
DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS
INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
– Do not overheat the liquid.
– Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
– Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
– After heating, allow the container to stand in the
microwave oven for a short time before removing the
container.
– Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil
into the container.
■ Do not store the microwave oven outdoors. Do not use this
product near water - for example, near a kitchen sink, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
■ See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Oven Care”
section.
■ To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
– Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the microwave
oven if paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are
placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
– Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before
placing bags in oven.
– If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door
closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or
shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
– Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave
paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity
when not in use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open
since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure
to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or
tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and
the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on
sealing surfaces.
Electrical Requirements
Observe all governing codes and ordinances. The microwave
oven is connected to both 120-volt sides of the 208/240-volt
circuit required for electrical connections. If the incoming voltage
to the microwave oven is less than 120 volts, cooking times may
be longer. Have a qualified electrician check your electrical
system.
This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly
important that the oven door close properly and that there
is no damage to the:
(1) Door (bent),
(2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
(3) Door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone
except properly qualified service personnel.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a permanently connected microwave oven:
The microwave oven must be connected to a grounded,
metallic, permanent wiring system, or an equipment
grounding conductor should be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the equipment grounding
terminal or lead on the microwave oven.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Turn t a b le
Crisper Pan and Handle
A
B
C
A. Turntable
B. Support and rollers
C. Hub
The turntable rotates in both directions to help cook food more
evenly. Do not operate the microwave oven without having the
turntable in place. See “Assistance or Service” to reorder any of
the parts.
The raised, curved lines in the center of the turntable bottom fit
between the 3 spokes of the hub. The hub turns the turntable
during microwave oven use. The rollers on the support should fit
inside the turntable bottom ridge.
Convection Rack
The convection rack provides optimal heat circulation for
convection cooking.
■ The rack will become hot. Always use oven mitts or pot
holders when handling.
■ To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not allow the
rack to touch the inside cavity walls, ceiling or floor.
■ Always use the turntable.
■ To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not store the
rack in the oven.
■ Two-level cooking is not recommended.
■ For best results, do not place popcorn bags on the rack.
■ The rack is designed specifically for this oven. for best
cooking results, do not attempt to use any other rack in this
oven.
■ See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder.
The crisper pan, with its nonstick surface and detachable handle,
has been specifically designed for microwave use, and is ideal for
pan-frying (pan-browning) foods in the microwave oven.
■ The crisper pan will become hot. Always use the handle and
oven mitts or pot holders when handling. Place gripping end
on the edge of pan, squeeze handle, and lift pan.
■ To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not allow the
crisper pan or handle to touch the inside cavity walls, ceiling
or floor.
■ Do not place crisper pan on the convection grid. Always use
the turntable as a support for the crisper pan.
■ To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not use another
metal object with the crisper pan.
■ To avoid damage, do not place hot Crisper Pan directly on
heat sensitive surfaces.
■ The crisper pan is designed specifically for this oven. Do not
use it in any other oven.
■ Use only wooden or plastic cooking utensils to help avoid
scratches.
■ See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder.
Baking Tray
■ Baking Tray can be used only with convection cooking.
■ To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not use in
combination with microwave cooking.
■ Baking Tray will become hot. Always use oven mitts or pot
holders when handling.
■ See “Positioning Baking Tray” section before using.
■ See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder.
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KITCHENAID™ Steamer Vessel
Use the KITCHENAID™ Steamer Vessel with the Steam Cook
feature to steam foods.
A
B
C
A. Lid
B. Insert
C. Base
■ The steamer vessel will become hot. Always use oven mitts
or pot holders when handling.
■ Steamer vessel is designed to be used only in the microwave
oven. To avoid damaging steamer vessel, do not use in a
convectional- or combination-type oven, or any other
convection function, crisp or on electric or gas burners.
■ Do not use plastic wrap or aluminum foil when covering the
food.
■ Always place the steamer on the glass turntable. Check that
the turntable turns freely before starting the oven.
■ Do not remove lid while the bowl is inside the oven, as the
rush of steam will disrupt the sensor settings.
■ To avoid scratching, use plastic utensils.
■ Do not overfill with water. See steam chart in the “Steam
Cooking” section for the amount of water recommended.
Lid: Always use the lid when steaming. Place directly over the
insert and base or just the base.
Insert: Use when steam cooking to keep foods such as fish and
vegetables out of the water. Place insert with food directly over
the base. Do not use when simmering.
Base: For steam cooking, place water in base. For simmering
foods such as rice, potatoes, pasta and vegetables, place food
and water/liquid in base.
See “Assistance or Service” section to order replacements. See
“General Cleaning” section for instructions on cleaning.
ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL
This manual covers different models. The oven you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and
appearances of the items shown here may not match those of your model.
Combination Oven Models
A
A. Lower oven controls (see separate
Use and Care Guide)
B. Timer
C. Number keys
D. Upper microwave oven display
E. Cook time
F. Microwave popcorn
I
G. Crisping
H. Microwave cooking power
I. Lower oven display
J. Lower oven start/control lock
K. Clock set/start
L. Options
B
J
C
KL
D
% OZ
FC LBS
POWER
TIMER
MAXIMUM TIME REMAINING
MN OP
M. EasyConvect™ conversion cooking
N. Microwave steam cooking
O. Microwave custom reheating
P. Microwave custom defrost
Q. Microwave soften/melt
R. Microwave start/add a minute
S. Microwave off
E
Q
FG
R
H
S
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Single Oven Models
A FEB C D G H JI
% OZ
FC LBS
POWER
TIMER
MAXIMUM TIME REMAINING
K L M N O P
A. Microwave steam cooking
B. Cook time
C. Microwave cooking power
D. Microwave popcorn
E. Microwave soften/melt
F. Crisping
A
Lower Oven Display (combination oven models)
A. Oven cavity symbol
B. Time of day/timer display
G. Microwave oven display
H. Timer
I. Number keys
J. Start/add a minute/control lock
K. EasyConvect™ conversion cooking
B
Display(s)
When power is first supplied to the oven, the clock will be
flashing the message “clock-enter time.” Time can be entered by
touching either CLOCK SET/START or START to allow operation.
To allow operation without setting a time, touch CLOCK SET/
START, START or OFF.
Lower Oven Display (combination oven models)
When the lower oven is in use, this display shows the oven
temperature, heat source(s) and start time. In addition, during
Timed Cooking, this display shows a time countdown and the
stop time (if entered).
If “Err” appears on the lower oven display, an error condition has
occurred. Call for service. See the “Assistance or Service”
section.
When the lower oven is not in use, this display shows the time of
day or Time countdown.
L. Microwave custom reheating
M. Microwave custom defrost
N. Clock set/start
O. Options
P. Mi c ro wa ve off
A
% OZ
FC LBS
POWER
TIMER
Upper Microwave Oven Display (combination oven models)
A. Microwave cavity symbol
B. Timer display
Microwave Oven Display (single oven models)
A. Microwave cavity symbol
B. Time of day/timer display
B
MAXIMUM TIME REMAINING
Upper Microwave Oven Display (combination oven
models)
When the upper oven is in use, this display shows the upper oven
heat source(s), cooking power, quantities, weights and/or help
prompts and time countdown.
If “Err” appears on the upper oven display, an error condition has
occurred. Call for service. See the “Assistance or Service”
section.
When the upper oven is not in use, this display is blank.
Microwave Oven Display (single oven models)
When the microwave oven is in use, the display shows the heat
source(s), cooking power, quantities, weight and/or help prompts
and time countdown.
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If “Err” appears on the display, an error condition has occurred.
Call for service. See the “Assistance or Service” section.
Time of Day/Timer Display
When the microwave oven is not in use, the display shows the
time of day or time countdown.
To Lock Control: Touch and hold START or START/ADD A
MINUTE for approximately 5 seconds, until “control locked”
appears on the lower text line and a lock icon appears in the
display.
To Unlock Control: Repeat to unlock and remove “control
locked” and lock icon from the display.
Number Codes
The oven is preset with shortcut number codes. A number code
includes one or more of the following; food category, cooking
power, cook time and food quantity or weight. See the code
charts in the “Custom Reheating,” “Custom Defrosting,”
“Popcorn,” “Soften and Melt,” and “EasyConvect™” sections for
additional information.
Start/Add a Minute
The Start/Add a Minute key controls 3 separate functions for the
single built-in microwave: Start, Add a Minute and Control Lock.
Start
The Start/Add a Minute key begins any upper or single oven
cooking function once enough data has been entered and the
door is closed.
If the Start key is not touched within 5 seconds after touching
another key, “START?” will appear on the oven display as a
reminder. If the Start key is not touched within 5 minutes after
touching another key, the oven display will return to the inactive
mode and the programmed function will be canceled.
If cooking is interrupted by opening the door, touching Start/Add
a Minute after the door is closed again will resume the preset
cycle (except for sensor cooking).
Add a Minute
Touching Start/Add a Minute when the microwave oven is off will
start 1 minute of cook time at 100% power. Touching Start/Add a
Minute while the microwave oven is operating will add cook time
to the current cycle by 1 minute. Multiple minutes can be added
by repeatedly touching Start/Add a Minute.
Control Lock
The Control Lock shuts down the control panel keys to avoid
unintended use of the oven. The Control Lock will remain set after
a power failure, if set before the power failure occurs.
When the control is locked, only the TIMER SET/START and
TIMER OFF keys will function.
The Control Lock is preset unlocked, but can be locked.
Off
The OFF key stops any upper or single oven function except for
the Clock, Timer and Control Lock.
The oven will also turn off when the door is opened. When the
door is opened, the element(s) and fan will turn off, but the oven
light will remain on. Close the door and touch START to resume
the preset cycle (except for sensor cooking).
The oven cooling fan may continue to operate even after an oven
function has been canceled or completed, depending on the
oven temperature.
Clock
This is a 12-hour clock. Before setting, make sure the oven,
Timer, and Timed Cooking are off.
To Se t:
1. Touch CLOCK SET/START.
2. Touch the number keys to set the time of day.
3. Touch CLOCK SET/START again.
To n e s
Tones are audible signals, indicating the following:
One beep
■ Valid key touch
■ Oven is preheated
■ Function has been entered
One chime
■ Preheat cycle has been completed
Three beeps
■ Invalid key touch
■ End of a cooking cycle
Three chimes
■ When timer reaches zero
Includes using the Timer for functions other than cooking.
Four beeps
■ Start key touched when door is open
■ Door opened during a sensor function
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Tone Volume
The volume is preset at high, but can be changed to low.
To Change: Touch OPTIONS and then “3” to toggle volume
between high and low settings.
All Tones
All tones are preset on, but can be turned off.
To Turn Off/On: Touch OPTIONS and then “2” to toggle tones
between On and Off settings.
End-of-Cycle and Reminder Tones
The Timed Cooking end-of-cycle and reminder tones are preset
on, but can be turned off. If all tones have been turned off, the
end-of-cycle and reminder tones cannot be independently turned
on.
To Tu rn To nes Off/ On: Touch OPTIONS and then “4” to toggle
tones between On and Off settings.
OPTIONS CHART
OPTIONS HIDDEN FUNCTION
1 Fahrenheit and Celsius conversion
2Sound On/Off
3 Sound High/Low
4 End tone On/Off
5 Turntable On/Off
Fahrenheit and Celsius
The temperature is preset in Fahrenheit; however it can be
changed to Celsius.
To Ch ang e: Touch OPTIONS and then “1” to toggle temperature
between Fahrenheit and Celsius settings.
When in Fahrenheit, “°F” follows the oven temperature.
When in Celsius, “°C” follows the oven temperature.
Options
(single oven models)
The OPTIONS selection key allows you access to 5 hidden
functions within the Electronic Oven Control. These hidden
functions allow you to change the oven temperature between
Fahrenheit and Celsius, turn the audible signals, prompts, and
turntable on and off.
To Us e:
1. Touch OPTIONS. The oven display will scroll through the
various options, starting at 1 and ending automatically at 5.
You can also touch the Options key repeatedly to manually
scroll through the list of options.
2. Touch the number key for the specific option to toggle the
function setup. Use the following chart as a guide.
Timer
The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds or hours and
minutes and counts down the set time.
NOTE: The Timer does not start or stop the oven.
To Se t:
1. Touch TIMER SET/START.
Touch again to switch between MIN/SEC and HR/MIN.
If no action is taken, the control will continue to wait for a
length of time to be entered.
2. Touch the number keys to set the length of time.
3. Touch TIMER SET/START.
If the key is not touched, the control will continue to wait for
Timer Set/Start to be touched.
When the set time ends, if enabled, end-of-cycle tones will
continuously repeat until the TIMER OFF key is touched.
If the “Off” key is touched, the oven will turn off; however, the
Timer can only be turned off using the Timer “Off” key.
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BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN USE
A magnetron in the oven produces microwaves which reflect off
the metal floor, walls and ceiling and pass through the turntable
and appropriate cookware to the food. Microwaves are attracted
to and absorbed by fat, sugar and water molecules in the food,
causing them to move, producing friction and heat which cooks
the food.
■ To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not lean on or
allow children to swing on the microwave oven door.
■ To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not operate
microwave oven when it is empty.
■ The turntable must be in place and correct side up when
microwave oven is in use. Do not use if turntable is chipped
or broken. See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder.
■ Baby bottles and baby food jars should not be heated in
microwave oven.
■ Clothes, flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, gourds, paper, including
brown paper bags and newspaper, should not be dried in
microwave oven.
■ Paraffin wax will not melt in the microwave oven because it
does not absorb microwaves.
■ Use oven mitts or pot holders when removing containers from
microwave oven.
■ Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the recommended
cook time, potatoes should be slightly firm. Let potatoes
stand for 5 minutes. They will finish cooking while standing.
■ Do not cook or reheat whole eggs inside the shell. Steam
buildup in whole eggs may cause them to burst. Cover
poached eggs and allow a standing time.
Food Characteristics
When microwave cooking, the amount, size and shape, starting
temperature, composition and density of the food affect cooking
results.
Amount of Food
The more food heated at once, the longer the cook time needed.
Check for doneness and add small increments of time if
necessary.
Size and Shape
Smaller pieces of food will cook more quickly than larger pieces,
and uniformly shaped foods cook more evenly than irregularly
shaped food.
Starting Temperature
Room temperature foods will heat faster than refrigerated foods,
and refrigerated foods will heat faster than frozen foods.
Cooking Guidelines
Covering
Covering food helps retain moisture, shorten cook time and
reduce spattering. Use the lid supplied with cookware. If a lid is
not available, wax paper, paper towels or plastic wrap approved
for microwave ovens may be used. Plastic wrap should be turned
back at one corner to provide an opening to vent steam.
Condensation on the door and cavity surfaces is normal during
heavy cooking.
Stirring and Turning
Stirring and turning redistribute heat evenly to avoid overcooking
the outer edges of food. Stir from outside to center. If possible,
turn food over from bottom to top.
Arranging
If heating irregularly shaped or different sized foods, arrange the
thinner parts and smaller sized items toward the center. If
cooking several items of the same size and shape, place them in
a ring pattern, leaving the center of the ring empty.
Piercing
Before heating, use a fork or small knife to pierce or prick foods
that have a skin or membrane, such as potatoes, egg yolks,
chicken livers, hot dogs, and sausage. Prick in several places to
allow steam to vent.
Shielding
Use small, flat pieces of aluminum foil to shield the thin pieces of
irregularly shaped foods, bones and foods such as chicken
wings, leg tips and fish tail. See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” first.
Standing Time
Food will continue to cook by the natural conduction of heat even
after the microwave cooking cycle ends. The length of standing
time depends on the volume and density of the food.
Turntable On/Off
For best performance, the turntable should be on during
microwave cooking.
If using oversized cookware that does not turn freely on the
turntable, turn the turntable off. Select turntable “Off” on the
Option menu.
When microwave cooking with the turntable off, food should be
turned halfway through the cooking process.
Composition and Density
Foods high in fat and sugar will reach a higher temperature, and
will heat faster than other foods. Heavy, dense foods, such as
meat and potatoes, require a longer cook time than the same size
of a light, porous food, such as cake.
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Cookware and Dinnerware
Cookware and dinnerware must fit on the turntable. Always use
oven mitts or pot holders when handling because any dish may
become hot from heat transferred from the food. Do not use
cookware and dinnerware with gold or silver trim. Use the
following chart as a guide, then test before using.
MATERIAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Aluminum Foil,
Metal
See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” section.
■ Always use the turntable.
■ To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not allow
contact with another metal object during microwave cooking.
Do Not Use
Metal cookware and bakeware, gold, silver, pewter, nonapproved meat thermometers, skewers, twist ties, foil liners
such as sandwich wrappers, staples and objects with gold or
silver trim or a metallic glaze should not be used in the
microwave oven.
Browning Dish Bottom must be at least ³⁄₁₆" (5 mm) above
Ceramic Glass,
Glass
China,
Earthenware
Melamine Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Paper: Towels,
Dinnerware,
Napkins
Plastic: Wraps,
Bags, Covers,
Dinnerware,
Containers
Pottery and Clay Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Silicone
Bakeware
Straw, Wicker,
Wooden
Containers
Styrofoam
Wax Paper Acceptable for use.
®†
the turntable. Follow manufacturer’s
recommendations.
Acceptable for use.
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Use nonrecycled and those approved by
the manufacturer for microwave oven use.
Use those approved by the manufacturer
for microwave oven use.
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Do not use in microwave oven.
Do not use in microwave oven.
Positioning Baking Tray
Baking tray can only be used with convection cooking and
broiling (on some models). To avoid damage to the microwave
oven, do not use baking tray in combination with microwave
cooking.
Place baking tray on slide rails as shown below. Push in tray to
stop position. Check that the baking tray is level.
For best cooking results, use baking tray only in the
recommended position.
A
B
A. Slide rail
B. Baking tray
To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for Microwave Use:
1. Place cookware or dinnerware in microwave oven with
1 cup (250 mL) of water beside it.
2. Cook at 100% cooking power for 1 minute.
Do not use cookware or dinnerware if it becomes hot and the
water stays cool.
Aluminum Foil and Metal
Always use oven mitts or pot holders when removing dishes from
the microwave oven.
Aluminum foil and some metal can be used in the microwave
oven. If not used properly, arcing (a blue flash of light) can occur
and cause damage to the microwave oven.
OK for Use
Racks and bakeware supplied with the microwave oven (on some
models), aluminum foil for shielding, and approved meat
thermometers may be used with the following guidelines:
■ To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not allow
aluminum foil or metal to touch the inside cavity walls, ceiling
or floor.
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Microwave Cooking Power
Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking
power to use by percent, name or number. For example,
70%=7=Medium-High.
Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested
cooking power of specific foods.
MICROWAVE COOKING POWER CHART
PERCENT/NAME NUMBER USE
100%, High
(default setting)
90% 9 Cooking small, tender pieces
80% 8 Heating rice, pasta or
10 Quick heating convenience
foods and foods with high
water content, such as soups,
beverages and most
vegetables.
of meat, ground meat, poultry
pieces and fish fillets.
Heating cream soups.
casseroles.
Cooking and heating foods
that need a cook power lower
than high. For example, whole
fish and meat loaf.
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PERCENT/NAME NUMBER USE
70%,
Medium-High
60% 6 Cooking sensitive foods such
50%, Medium 5 Cooking ham, whole poultry
40% 4 Melting chocolate.
30%, MediumLow, Defrost
20% 2 Softening butter, cheese, and
10%, Low 1 Taking chill out of fruit.
7 Reheating a single serving of
food.
as cheese and egg dishes,
pudding and custards.
Cooking non-stirrable
casseroles, such as lasagna.
and pot roasts.
Simmering stews.
Heating bread, rolls and
pastries.
3 Defrosting bread, fish, meats,
poultry and precooked foods.
ice cream.
To Set a Cooking Power other than 100%:
1. Touch the number keys to set a length of time to cook.
2. Touch POWER.
3. Using the Microwave Cooking Power chart above, enter the
corresponding number for the desired power level.
4. Touch START.
The display will count down the cook time.
When the stop time is reached, the oven will shut off
automatically and the end screen will appear on the display.
If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
5. Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display and/or stop
reminder tones.
Doneness
Doneness is a function used for adjusting the cook time. This
feature is used on all sensor and non-sensor functions with the
exception of Manual cooking, Popcorn, EasyConvect™, Custom
Reheat (beverage-manual), Custom Defrost (manual), Steam
(manual), and Crisp.
The 3 Doneness levels are Normal (default), More or Less and will
appear once activated on the lower text line of the upper oven
display. Doneness can be changed only before starting the cycle.
To Change Doneness Setting:
After setting a function, the Doneness setting can be changed if
desired. This can be done before or after the “START?” prompt
appears in the display. Touch the POWER key repeatedly to
toggle through Doneness options of Normal, More, or Less.
Sensor Cook
The Sensor Cook function is used in Custom Reheat (dinner
plate) and Steam Cook.
During the Sensor Cook function a sensor automatically adjusts
for the cook time and power level.
The microwave oven display will show the “Maximum Time
Remaining” prompt and the time countdown once the sensor
identifies the cooking duration.
If the microwave oven door is opened during a sensor function
the microwave oven will turn off, and any additional operations
will be canceled.
For best cooking performance:
Before using a sensor cook function, make sure power has been
supplied to the microwave oven for at least 2 minutes, the room
temperature is not above 95°F (35°C), and the outside of the
cooking container and the microwave oven cavity are dry.
Manual Cooking
To Us e:
1. Touch COOK TIME and then number keys to set a length of
time to cook
OR
Touch the number keys to set a length of time to cook. Time
can be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
If using 100% cook power, skip to Step 3.
2. Touch POWER then enter the desired power level. See the
Microwave Cooking Power Chart in the “Microwave Cooking
Power” section.
NOTE: Doneness function is not active for manual cooking.
3. Touch S TART.
The display will count down the cook time.
Touching Start/Add a Minute while the microwave oven is
operating will add cook time to the current cycle by 1 minute.
Multiple minutes can be added by repeatedly touching Start/
Add a Minute.
When the stop time is reached, the oven will shut off
automatically and “cooking complete” will appear on the
oven display.
If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
4. Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display and/or stop
reminder tones.
Crisper Pan Frying
When the crisper pan is used with microwaves, it is like a frying
pan or griddle, ideal for French toast, burgers, eggs, stir-frying
and sautéing.
Before using, see “Crisper Pan and Handle” section and the
Crisper Pan Frying Chart.
Always use the turntable “On” option when using the crisper pan
(default setting).
Before Use:
Preheat pan for 3 minutes on 100% power. Use 100% power for
cooking.
Before crisper pan frying, brush crisper pan with ½ tsp (3 mL) of
oil or spray with nonstick cooking spray. Arrange food on crisper
pan. Place pan on turntable.
To Us e:
1. Touch cook time and then number keys to set a length of time
to cook
OR
Touch the number keys to set a length of time to cook.
NOTE: Doneness function is not active for manual cooking.
2. Touch S TART.
The display will count down the cook time.
When the stop time is reached, the oven will shut off
automatically and “cooking complete” will appear on the
oven display.
If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
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3. Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display and/or stop
reminder tones.
Use the following chart as a guide.
CRISPER PAN FRYING CHART
FOOD COOKTIME* INSTRUCTIONS
Eggs, Fried
2 eggs
4 eggs
Omelet
4 eggs
Sausage Patties
1.5 oz (42.5 g) each
4 patties
8 patties
Vegetables,
stir-fry, 2 cups
(500 mL)
Nuts
1 cup (250 mL)
2 cups (500 mL)
*Times are approximate and may be adjusted for individual
tastes.
Side 1: 30-45 sec
Side 2: 30-45 sec
Side 1: 1 min
Side 2: 45 sec
2-3 min Mix eggs and 4 tbs
Side 1: 2 min
Side 2: 1 min 30 sec
Side 1: 3 min
Side 2: 2 min 30 sec
4-5 min Cut vegetables in
3 min
4 min
Times are for overeasy doneness.
of water.
Cook until
160°F (70°C)
equal sizes. Stir
halfway through
cooking.
Stir halfway
through cooking.
Custom Reheat
Times and cooking powers have been preset for reheating a
number of food types.
Manual Reheat requires that a cook time and a power level be
entered if using other than 70% cook power.
Use the following chart as a guide.
CUSTOM REHEAT CHART
FOOD CODE QUANTITY
Dinner Plate
Place food on plate. Cover
with plastic wrap and vent.
Let stand 2-3 minutes after
reheating.
Sauce
Place in microwave-safe
container. Cover with
plastic wrap and vent. Stir
and let stand 2-3 minutes
after reheating.
Soup
Place in microwave-safe
container. Cover with
plastic wrap and vent. Stir
and let stand 2-3 minutes
after reheating.
Pizza
Place on a paper towel.
1 8-16 oz (227-454 g)
2 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)
3 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)
4 1-3 slices (3 oz [85 g]
each)
FOOD CODE QUANTITY
Casserole
Place in microwave-safe
container. Cover with
plastic wrap and vent. Stir
and let stand 2-3 minutes
after reheating.
Beverage
Do not cover.
Manual 7 Default power level
5 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)
6 1-2 cups (250 mL-
500 mL)
70%
To Cu st om R ehe at:
1. Touch CUSTOM REHEAT.
Touch number key to select food type from the Custom
Reheat Chart
OR
Touch CUSTOM REHEAT repeatedly to scan and select food
settings. For example, to select the Sauce setting, Custom
Reheat must be touched twice.
2. Touch number keys to enter quantity (slices or cups).
To change the doneness setting, touch the Power key before
or after the “START?” prompt is displayed to toggle through
and select a doneness of Normal, More, or Less.
3. Touch S TART.
When the stop time is reached, the oven will shut off
automatically and “reheat complete” will appear on the oven
display.
If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
4. Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display and/or stop
reminder tones.
To Manual Reheat:
1. Touch CUSTOM REHEAT.
2. Touch number key “7”
OR
Touch CUSTOM REHEAT repeatedly to scan to the Manual
setting.
If using 70% cook power, skip to Step 4.
3. Touch POWER then enter the desired power level. See the
Cooking Power Chart.
4. Touch COOK TIME.
5. Touch the number key to set a length of time to cook. Time
can be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
NOTE: Doneness function is not active for manual reheating.
6. Touch START. The upper oven display will count down the
reheat time.
When the stop time is reached, the oven will shut off
automatically and “reheat complete” will appear on the oven
display.
If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
7. Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display and/or stop
reminder tones.
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To Reheat Beverage:
1. Touch CUSTOM REHEAT.
2. Touch number key “6”
OR
Touch CUSTOM REHEAT repeatedly to scan and select the
Beverage setting.
3. Touch number key to enter cups quantity.
4. Touch number keys 1 to 3 to select Warm, Hot,
Very Hot,
OR
Touch CUSTOM REHEAT repeatedly to scan and select
temperature setting.
NOTE: Doneness function not active for reheating beverages.
5. Touch START.
The upper oven display will count down the reheat time.
When the stop time is reached, the oven will shut off
automatically and “reheat complete” will appear on the oven
display.
If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
IMPORTANT: Heated liquids can splash out during and after
heating. A wooden stir stick placed in the cup or bowl during
heating may help avoid this.
6. Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display and/or stop
reminder tones.
Custom Defrost
The Custom Defrost feature can be used, or the microwave oven
can be manually set to defrost by using 30% cook power.
■ For optimal results, food should be 0°F (-18°C) or colder
when defrosting.
■ Unwrap foods and remove lids (from fruit juice) before
defrosting.
■ Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than deep blocks.
■ Separate food pieces as soon as possible during or at the
end of the cycle for more even defrosting.
■ Foods left outside the freezer for more than 20 minutes or
frozen ready-made food should not be defrosted using the
Custom Defrost feature, but should be defrosted manually.
■ Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such
as chicken wings, leg tips and fish tails. See “Aluminum Foil
and Metal” first.
■ Times and cooking powers have been preset for defrosting
a number of food types.
■ Manual Defrost requires that a cook time and power level be
entered if using other than 30% cook power.
Use the following chart as a guide.
CUSTOM DEFROST CHART
FOOD CODE WEIGHT
Meats* 1 0.1 - 6.6 lbs (45 g - 3 kg)
Poultry* 2 0.1 - 6.6 lbs (45 g - 3 kg)
Fish* 3 0.1 - 4.4 lbs (45 g - 1.34 kg)
Bread 4 0.1 - 2.0 lbs (45 g - 907 g)
Juice 5 6, 12 or 16 oz (177, 355 or 473 mL)
Manual 6 Default power level 30%
*See the Defrost Preparation Chart at end of “Custom Defrost”
section for cuts, sizes, and instructions.
To Custom Defrost:
1. Touch CUSTOM DEFROST.
2. Touch the number key from the Custom Defrost Chart to
select food
OR
Touch CUSTOM DEFROST repeatedly to scroll through
foods. For example, to select the Poultry setting, Custom
Defrost must be touched twice.
3. Touch number keys to enter the weight.
To change the doneness setting, touch the Power key before
or after the “START?” prompt is displayed to toggle through
and select a doneness of Normal, More, or Less.
4. Touch S TART.
The upper oven display will count down the defrost time. For
better results, a preset standing time is included in the
defrosting time. This may make the defrosting time seem
longer than expected.
When the stop time is reached, the oven will shut off
automatically and “defrost complete” will appear in the
display.
If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
5. Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display and/or stop
reminder tones.
To Manual Defrost:
1. Touch CUSTOM DEFROST.
2. Touch number key “6”
OR
Touch CUSTOM DEFROST repeatedly to scan to the Manual
setting.
If using 30% cook power, skip to Step 3.
3. Touch POWER then enter the desired power level. See
Cooking Power Chart.
4. Touch COOK TIME.
5. Touch the number keys to set a length of time to defrost.
Time can be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
NOTE: Doneness function is not active for manual defrosting.
6. Touch START. The upper oven display will count down the
defrost time.
When the stop time is reached, the oven will shut off
automatically and “defrost complete” will appear on the oven
display.
If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
7. Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display and/or stop
reminder tones.
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