KitchenAid KHMS2056SWH0, KHMS2056SSS0, KHMS2056SBL0, KHMS2050SSS0 Owner’s Manual

KitchenAid _

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION

For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230,

or visit our website at... www.kitchenaid.com

Table of Contents ............................................................................................................ 2

Models KHMS2050S KHMS2056S

Wl 0131854

TABLE OF CONTENTS

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY ........................... 3

Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 4

PARTS AN D FEATU RES ................................................................ 5

Microwave Oven Cavity Coating ................................................. 5

Microwave System - OPTIMAWAVE TM Technology ................... 5

Turntable ...................................................................................... 5

ACCESSORIES ............................................................................... 6

Cooking Rack............................................................................... 6

Browning Pan and Handle ........................................................... 6

MIC ROWAVE OVEN CONTROL .................................................... 7

Control Panel................................................................................ 7

Interactive Touch Display ............................................................. 7

Main Menu .................................................................................... 8

Settings & Info .............................................................................. 9

Clock .......................................................................................... 10

Date ............................................................................................ 10

Demo Mode ................................................................................ 10

Display Backlight ........................................................................ 10

Display Contrast ......................................................................... 10

Learning Mode ........................................................................... 11

Tones .......................................................................................... 11

Start ............................................................................................ 11

Off ............................................................................................... 11

Clear ........................................................................................... 11

Timer ........................................................................................... 12

Control Lock ............................................................................... 12

TRUCAPTURE ®Vent Fan and Cooktop Lights ......................... 13

Cooking Animation ..................................................................... 13

Progress Bar............................................................................... 13

MICROWAVE OVEN USE ............................................................ 14

Food Characteristics .................................................................. 14

Cooking Guidelines .................................................................... 14

Cookware and Dinnerware ........................................................ 15

Aluminum Foil and Metal ........................................................... 15

Microwave Cooking Power ........................................................ 15

MAN UAL COOKING ..................................................................... 16

Add a Minute .............................................................................. 16

Micro Time/Power Cooking ....................................................... 16

Manual Method Cooking ............................................................ 16

Keep Warm ................................................................................. 17

Cooking in Stages (or steps) ...................................................... 17

PROGRAMMED COOKING ......................................................... 18

Sensor Cooking .......................................................................... 18

Preheating .................................................................................. 18

Doneness .................................................................................... 18

Popcorn ...................................................................................... 18

Using Food Type ........................................................................ 19

Using Cook Method ................................................................... 19

Reheat ........................................................................................ 19

Defrost ........................................................................................ 19

Cook ........................................................................................... 20

Boil & Simmer ............................................................................. 20

Browning Pan ............................................................................. 20

Melt ............................................................................................. 21

Soften ......................................................................................... 21

Steam Cook ................................................................................ 21

Most Used Menu ........................................................................ 21

Food Type Chart ........................................................................ 22

Cook Method Chart .................................................................... 24

MICROWAVE OVEN CARE .......................................................... 27

General Cleaning ........................................................................ 27

Replacing Filters ......................................................................... 28

Replacing Cooktop Light ........................................................... 29

Replacing Microwave Oven Light .............................................. 29

TROU BLESI-IOOTING .................................................................. 30

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ......................................................... 31

Replacement Parts ..................................................................... 31

WARRANTY .................................................................................. 32

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION 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

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the 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:

m Read all instructions before using the microwave oven. m Read and follow the specific "PRECAUTIONS TO

AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE

MICROWAVE ENERGY" found in this section.

m The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect only

to properly grounded outlet. See "GROUNDING

INSTRUCTIONS" found in this section and in the

provided Installation Instructions.

m Install or locate the microwave oven only in

accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.

m Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and

sealed containers - for example, closed glass jars - are able to explode and should not be heated in the

microwave oven.

m 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.

m As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary

when used by children.

m 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.

m The microwave oven should be serviced only by

qualified service personnel. Call an authorized service company for examination, repair, or adjustment.

m See door surface cleaning instructions in the

"Microwave Oven Care" section.

[] To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

- Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the microwave oven when 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 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.

[] 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 inthe microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.

- Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into

the container.

[] Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be

inserted in the microwave oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.

[] Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the

pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS

m Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking

equipment.

m Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of

36" (91.44 cm).

m Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not

be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.

m Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in

the "PAN BROWN" mode (on models with this feature).

m Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer's

recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.

m Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave

oven when the microwave oven is in operation.

m When flambeing foods under the hood, turn the fan on.

SAVE

THESE INSTRUCTIONS

m Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive

cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filter.

m Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave oven. m Do not store this microwave oven outdoors. Do not use the

microwave oven near water - for example, near a kitchen

sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, or similar

locations.

m Do not immerse cord or plug in water. m Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

m Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. m Do not mount over a sink.

m Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal

foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open

since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure

to microwave energy. 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.

important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:

(1) Door (bent), (2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),

(3) Door seals and sealing surfaces.

(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone

except properly qualified service personnel.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Required:

• A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20-amp electrical supply with a fuse or circuit breaker.

Recommended:

• A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker.

• A separate circuit serving only this appliance.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

[] For all cord connected appliances:

The microwave oven must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of

electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord

having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed

and grounded.

WARNING; Improper use of the grounding plug can

result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are

not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the microwave oven is properly grounded.

Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install

an outlet near the microwave oven.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

I This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules. I

PARTS AND FEATURES

This manual may cover several different models. The model you have purchased may have some or all of the features shown here. The appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from the illustrations in this manual.

A. Microwave oven door B. Metal-shielded window

C. Control panel D. Fan and Lights buttons E. Halogen cooktop lights (2)

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F. Exhaust vent (for recirculation)

(top surface of microwave oven)

G. Intake vent H. Door handle

I. Interactive touch display

The microwave oven has a durable, nonstick coating that resists soil buildup by making cleaning easier than in conventional microwave ovens. See "General Cleaning" section for cleaning

instructions.

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J. Grease and charcoal filters

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K. Cooking rack

L. Microwave oven light

M. Microwave inlet cover

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N. Door lock system O. Model and serial number

plate

P. Turntable

Sensor Cooking

The microwave system features sensor cooking functions. A humidity sensor in the microwave oven cavity detects moisture

and humidity emitted from food as it heats. The sensor adjusts cooking times to various types and amounts of food. Sensor

cooking takes the guesswork out of microwave cooking.

The microwave system featuring OPTIMAWAVE TM Technology delivers a constant stream of microwave power - true high, medium and low power - to provide consistent, even results.

Typically, microwave ovens operate on HIGH power only. For example, to achieve a 50% power level ("medium") in a typical microwave oven, the microwave oven operates 50% of the time at HIGH power and 50% of the time OFE

In contrast, microwave ovens utilizing this microwave system deliver the selected power level continuously. This constant stream of microwave power helps to minimize overcooking of foods and messy food spatters.

A. Glass turntable B. Support

C. Hub

The turntable can rotate in either direction 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.

To Install:

1. Place the support on the microwave oven cavity bottom.

2. Place the turntable on the support. Fit the raised, curved lines in the center of the turntable

bottom between the three spokes of the hub. The rollers on the support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge.

Turning Off the Turntable

The turntable can be turned off for manual cooking cycles only. This is helpful when cooking with plates that are larger than the turntable, or when cooking with two plates that are side by side.

When the manual cycle is over, the turntable will automatically default to the "ON" mode.

To Turn On/Off:

1. Touch TURNTABLE (ON/OFF). The display shows the Turntable On/Off screen.

TURNTABLE

off

The turntable can only be turned

offwhen using a manual setting.

The turntable can not be turned

off for Auto(preset) settings.

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2. Select "Off," then touch "Ok." The turntable off indicator will appear on the display.

Repeat to turn the turntable back on.

ACCESSORIES

The following accessories have been provided with your new microwave oven. Any of the parts may be ordered for replacement.

The rectangular cooking rack is ideal for two-level cooking. It provides extra cavity space for cooking 2 or more containers at the same time. Insert the rack securely into the rack supports on

the side walls of the microwave oven. See "Assistance or Service" to order replacement parts.

• When not using the rack for cooking, remove it from the microwave oven. Damage to the microwave oven could result if someone unintentionally turns on the microwave oven.

• 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.

• Use the rack only when cooking on 2 levels.

• To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not use metal cookware, utensils, or a browning dish with the rack.

• To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not let food container on rack touch the top or sides of the microwave

oven.

• For best cooking results, do not use browning pan on rack.

• Remove rack before using Popcorn function.

• Do not cook food directly on the rack. Always use a microwave-safe container.

• The rack is designed specifically for this microwave oven. Do not attempt to use any other rack (besides those supplied with the microwave oven) in this microwave oven.

• To avoid damage to the microwave oven due to soil buildup, clean rack supports often (see "General Cleaning" section).

The browning pan, with its nonstick surface and detachable handle, has been specially designed for microwave use, and is ideal for pan-frying (pan-browning) foods in the microwave oven. See "Browning Pan" section.

Use the handle to grasp the pan. Place gripping end on the edge of pan, squeeze handle and lift pan. See "Assistance or Service" to order replacement parts. See "General Cleaning" for cleaning

instructions.

MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL

The microwave oven's controls are accessed through its control panel and interactive touch display. NOTE: Due to the sensitivity of the control panel, we have provided special instructions for cleaning the panel as well as the touch

screen display. See "General Cleaning" section for cleaning instructions.

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A. Control panel B. Interactive touch display

Touch Screen

The control panel houses basic controls and one-touch automatic function controls. The control pads are very sensitive,

and require only a light touch to activate. For more information about the individual controls, see their

respective sections in this manual.

The display area functions as both a display and an interactive, menu-driven touch control. It is designed to be easily navigable, guiding you through the menus, offering multiple selections, accepting your input and executing your commands. It also provides instructions, tips, and graphics.

Display

When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, the welcome screen appears, asking whether you would like to set the clock. Touch "Yes" and set the clock (see "Clock" section), or touch "No" and the time will default to 12:00 p.m. If the welcome screen appears at any other time, a power failure has occurred.

Reset the clock if needed. When the microwave oven is not in use (in standby mode), the

display shows the Main Menu and the date and time of day, if they are set to be displayed. See "Clock" and "Date" sections.

After 2 minutes of inactivity, the display will go into sleep mode. See "Display Backlight" section.

During programming, the display shows menus, servings and weights, cooking time/power/temperature settings, preheating instructions, and/or cookware and preparation instructions.

During a cooking cycle, the display shows progress bar (sensor functions only, see "Progress Bar" section), cooking animation

(see "Cooking Animation" section), and the countdown of cook time remaining. The display will also give prompts to tend to the

food during certain automatic cycles.

The LCD touch screen is used to make menu selections, adjust settings and input commands.

A. Title/description region B. Menu and selection/settings input region C. Command input region

Menu selections and input adjustments are made in the center portion of the screen, and the command inputs (start, continue,

back, cancel, etc.) are made in the bottom portion of the screen. Screen titles and descriptions are displayed in the top portion of

the screen, which accepts no input. A light- to medium-pressure touch of the fingertip will activate the menu choice.

TheMainMenuisdisplayedonthedefaultscreen.

MAIN MENU

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4. On Browning Pan-Poultry Breast screen, touch "2 pieces." Weight guidelines appear below the quantity selections.

BROWNING PAN - POULTRY BREAST

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From the Main Menu, all automatic cooking programs can be activated; all manual cooking can be programmed; settings can be adjusted; and instructions, preparation and tips can be

accessed. The following demonstrates how to pan brown 2 boneless

chicken breasts, using the Cook Method menus, starting from the Main Menu:

1. On Main Menu, touch "Cook Method."

MAIN MENU

Food Type

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2. On Cook Method screen, touch "Browning Pan."

COOK METHOD

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Breasts should weigh 0.4 Ib each.

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5. On Poultry Breast screen, follow the instructions, then touch "Start Preheat."

POULTRY BREAST 2 PIECES

Lightly coat browning pan with cooking oil or spray. Place empty pan in oven. Touch START PREHEAT to preheat pan. Once

pan is preheated, place poultryon pan.

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While the browning pan preheats, the cooking animation and countdown are active in the display.

PREHEATING BROWlNG PAN

Time Remaining

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3. On Browning Pan screen, touch "Poultry Brst Boneless."

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When preheating is finished, follow the instructions on the Preheat Finished screen, then touch "Continue."

If more or less cook time is desired, adjust doneness before touching "Continue."

PREHEAT FINISHED

Place poultry breast in browning pan.

Cooking time 9 min

While the poultry breasts are being pan browned, the cooking animation and countdown are active in the display.

BROWNING - POULTRY BREAST

Time Remaining

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MIN SEC

About halfway through the cycle, the microwave oven will stop, and the display will direct you to turn over the poultry

breasts.

7. Touch "Continue" to resume pan browning. When the cycle is over, the Finished screen appears.

FINISHED

If more time is required, touch ADD MORE TIME, or

touch KEEP WARM to keep food warm.

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If you would like to either add more time or keep the food warm, you may do so at this time.

8. If the doneness is satisfactory, touch "Cancel" to return to the default screen.

The same cooking can also be accomplished using the "Food Type" menus instead of the "Cook Method" menu.

1. On Main Menu, touch "Food Type," then "More Choices."

2. Touch "Poultry," and then "More Choices."

3. Touch "Poultry Breast: Pan." This takes you to the same Browning Pan-Poultry Breast

screen as in the Cook Method sequence.

4. Follow steps 4-8 in Cook Method sequence.

See "Learning Mode" section to see how to practice navigating through the menus without turning on the microwave generator.

Cancel

Microwave oven features may be activated and/or changed, and display characteristics may be adjusted using the "Settings & Info" menu. Following is a brief description of each option.

OPTION SETTING Clock • Adjust time: set or hide clock.

See "Clock" section.

Contact • Find contact information: toll-free number and

Info website. Date • Set date: month, day and year.

• Hide date. See "Date" section.

Demo • View sales demonstration. Mode

Display • Set backlight brightness: reduce after Backlight 2 minutes or turn off after 2 minutes.

Display • Set level of contrast between minimum and

Contrast maximum using "+" and "-" controls.

Hints View comprehensive lists of hints for general

Learning • Turn on or off. Mode

Volume • Set tone volume using "+" and "-" controls.

On Main Menu, touch "Settings & Info."

Touch desired option (touch "More Choices" for more categories), then follow the instructions on the screen to select and/or adjust settings.

See "Demo Mode" section.

See "Display Backlight" section.

See "Display Contrast" section

operation and care of microwave oven:

• Cleaning: cavity, control panel, odors and turntable.

• Cookware: covers, depth, materials and shape.

• Food: eggs, moisture, quantity and shape.

• Methods: arranging, covering, defrosting and standing.

• Power levels: list of microwave power levels and sample foods for each.

See "Learning Mode" section.

See "Tones" section.

Thisisastandard12-hourclock(12:00AM-11:59PM).When powerisfirstsuppliedtothemicrowaveoven,orafterapower failure,the"Welcome"screenwillappear,askingwhetheryou wouldliketosettheclock.Ifyouchoosetosettheclockatthat time,thedisplaywilltakeyoudirectlytotheClockscreen.Ifyou choosenottosettheclock,thetimeofdaywilldefaultto 12:00p.m.,andtheclockwillbedisplayedandcontinuetokeep

time.

To Set Clock:

1. On Main Menu, touch "Settings & Info."

2. On Settings & Info screen, touch "Clock."

3. On Clock screen, set the time of day and date, if desired, and select AM or PM.

To Hide Clock: On Clock screen, touch "Hide Clock." The display will immediately return to the Main Menu.

The date may be set and displayed on the Main Menu screen. The default setting is Jan. 1.

To Set Date:

1. On Main Menu, touch "Settings & Info."

2. On Settings & Info screen, touch "Date."

3. On Date screen, use number pads to set the month, day and year.

To Hide Date: On Date screen, touch "Hide Date." The display will immediately return to the Main Menu. Repeat to display the

date.

Display backlight may be set to reduce brightness or to turn off during sleep mode.

Sleep mode is an energy-saving feature that darkens the display backlight after 2 minutes of inactivity. During sleep mode, only the time and date are visible, along with instruction to touch the display to reactivate the Main Menu.

To Set Display Backlight:

1. On Main Menu, touch "Settings & Info."

2. Touch "Display Backlight."

3. Select setting: reduce after 2 minutes or off after 2 minutes.

4. Touch "OK."

Display contrast has numerous settings, ranging from minimum to maximum.

To Set Display Contrast:

1. On Main Menu, touch "Settings & Info."

2. Touch "Display Contrast."

3. Using "+" and "-" controls, increase or decrease the contrast.

4. Touch "OK."

The Demo Mode highlights the features and capabilities of the microwave oven in a slide show on the display.

To Activate Demo Mode:

1. On the Main Menu, touch "Settings & Info."

2. On Settings & Info screen, touch "Demo Mode." The demonstration immediately begins. You can move

forward or back in the demonstration by touching "Next Page" or "Back," or wait for the screen to advance. When the demonstration is over, it automatically loops back to the beginning and starts again.

3. Touch "Cancel" on the touch screen, or touch OFF control to cancel Demo Mode and return the display to the Main Menu.

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