KitchenAid KMBT5511KS, KMBT5011KS Owner's Manual
BUILT-IN MICROWAVE
WITH TRIM KIT
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Table of Contents
MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY ........................................................2
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................4
FEATURES ......................................................................................4
Standby Mode ..............................................................................7
Demo Mode ..................................................................................7
Control Lock .................................................................................7
MICROWAVE OVEN USE ...............................................................7
Food Characteristics ....................................................................7
Cooking Guidelines ......................................................................7
Cookware and Dinnerware...........................................................8
Aluminum Foil and Metal .............................................................8
Microwave Cooking Power ..........................................................8
Popcorn ........................................................................................9
Reheat ..........................................................................................9
Frozen Entrée ...............................................................................9
Defrost ..........................................................................................9
Cook ...........................................................................................10
MICROWAVE OVEN CARE ..........................................................11
General Cleaning ........................................................................11
Replacing The Cavity Light ........................................................12
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................14
ACCESSORIES .............................................................................14
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MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY
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 and in the provided Installation Instructions.
■ 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 are able to explode and should not be heated in the
microwave oven.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
■ Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as
described in the 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.
■ As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when
used by children.
■ 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.
■ The microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified
service personnel. Call an authorized service company for
examination, repair, or adjustment.
■ Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave oven.
■ 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, near a swimming pool, or similar
locations.
■ Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
■ Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
■ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
■ 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 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 mount over a sink.
■ Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave
oven when the microwave oven is in operation.
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.
(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.
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Electrical Requirements
WARNING
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 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 A electrical supply with a
fuse or circuit breaker
Recommended:
■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker
■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.
FEATURES
Feature Guide
This manual covers several models. Your model may have some or all of the items listed. Refer to this manual or the Product Help section
of our website at www.whirlpool.com for more detailed instructions.
Timer
Display icons
Control
Lock
Weight
Cook
Defrost
Clock
Power
PW
Start
Quantity
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Keypad Feature Instructions
Clock Set the Clock This microwave uses a 12 hour clock (1:00 - 12:59). To set the clock, follow the
instructions below:
1. Press Clock button, the icon will appear on the display.
2. Use the number keys to set the clock.
3. Press the START or the Clock button to save the time.
NOTE: After power loss, it may be necessary to reset the clock.
Timer Set Kitchen Timer The kitchen timer functions independently of the microwave cooking functions, similar to a
stop watch. To set the kitchen timer, follow the instructions below:
1. Press TIMER button, the icon will appear on the display.
2. Press the number button to enter time up to 99 minutes and 59 seconds.
3. Press START button.
NOTE: When Kitchen Timer is running:
The + 30 Sec button will not work.
To reset the timer: Open the door, repeat the above steps to reset the timer.
To run manual cooking mode: Press POWER button to set the power level, and press
POWER button again to set the cooking time.
To run an auto cooking mode: Press POPCORN/REHEAT/FROZEN ENTREE/DEFROST
button.
Add 30 Seconds The START button can be used in two ways:
1. To start the microwave by cooking for 30 seconds using the most recent power setting.
2. To increase a cooking time using increments of 30 seconds. Each press adds 30
seconds or pressing and holding the START button will add more time automatically.
For example:
To add 30 seconds of cook time, press the START button once.
To add 1 minute of cooking time, press the START button twice.
To add more time, press and hold START button until your preferred cook time is reached.
NOTE: Holding the START button will add up to 10 minutes to the current time countdown.
When 10 minutes has been added or the maximum time has been reached, invalid/retry
tones will sound and the display will show the nal time setting. If you want more time, you
can release the keys, then press and hold the START button again to add up to another
10 minutes.
Start Function Press the START button to start any cooking function. If cooking is interrupted by opening
the door, touch the START button after the door is closed again to resume the cycle.
Microwave Oven
Cancel
The CANCEL button stops any microwave oven function except for the clock and control
lock.
The microwave oven will also turn off when the door is opened. When the door is opened,
the element(s) will turn off, but the microwave oven light will remain on. Close the door and
touch the START button to resume the preset cycle.
Activate Control
Lock
Activate Control Lock to avoid an unintended start.
To activate, press and hold the CANCEL button for about 3 seconds until tone sounds and
the LOCK icon appears on the display.
Repeat to unlock the control panel.
Number Key “4” Set the Key
Sound (Tones)
On/Off
To enable or disenable. Press and hold number key “4” for about 5 seconds to disable key
tones. Repeat to turn key tones back on.
NOTES:
■ Only key entry tones are turned off. Other tones such as end of cycle tones are not
affected.
■ Tones can only activated or deactivated when the microwave is idle.
Number Key “3” Activate Demo
Mode
Demo mode shows the display and controls, without using the magnetron, thus preventing
microwave functions.
To activate or deactivate Demo mode in idle state.
To Activate/Deactivate
Press and hold number key “3” for about 5 seconds.
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Keypad Feature Instructions
Popcorn Popcorn To use the popcorn preset, follow the instructions below:
1. Press POPCORN repeatedly to select the bag size. 3.0 oz is the default bag size. Close
the door. “Start?” will ash on the display.
2. Press the START button.
When the stop time is reached, the microwave oven will shut off automatically, and the
end tone will sound.
Reheat Automatic Reheat To reheat using preset functions, follow the instructions below:
1. Press REHEAT. The icon will show on the display.
2. Use the number keys to select a food category. See the REHEAT section in this guide
for the food category or reference the sticker on the door of the microwave.
3. Use the number keys to enter the quantity. Close the door.
4. Press START button.
When the stop time is reached, the microwave oven will shut off automatically, and the
end tone will sound.
Frozen Entree Frozen Entree Follow the instructions below:
1. Press FROZEN ENTREE repeatedly to select size. Close the door. “Start?” will ash on
the display.
2. Press the START button.
When the stop time is reached, the microwave oven will shut off automatically, and the
end tone will sound.
DEFROST Automatic Defrost The defrost function helps thaw frozen food. To defrost, follow the instructions below:
1. Press DEFROST. The icon will show on the display.
2. Use the number keys to select a food category. See the DEFROST section in this guide
for the food category or reference the sticker on the door of the microwave.
3. Use the number keys to enter the weight. Close the door.
4. Press START button.
The 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 microwave oven will shut off automatically, and the
end tone will sound.
Cook Auto Cook To use the auto cook presets, follow the instructions below:
1. Press COOK. The icon will show on the display.
2. Use the number keys to select a food category. See the COOK section in this guide for
the food category or reference the sticker on the door of the microwave.
3. Use the number keys to enter the quantity. Close the door. “Start?” will ash on the
display
4. Press START button.
When the stop time is reached, the microwave oven will shut off automatically, and the
end tone will sound.
Power Set Manual
Cooking Time
and Power
Press POWER to set manual power and cooking time. The default power level is 100%.
Press any number keys to change the power level. For example, to set the time to 2:30 in
90% power level.
1. Press POWER. The PW% icon will show on the display.
2. Press key 9 to set the power level at 90%.
3. Press POWER again. The icon will show on the display.
4. Use the number keys to enter the cooking time length 2:30, Close the door. The
“Start?” icon will ash on the display.
5. Press START button.
When the stop time is reached, the microwave oven will shut off automatically, and the
end tone will sound.
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Standby Mode
When no functions are being used, the microwave oven will switch
to Standby Power mode and slightly dim the display brightness
after about 2 minutes. Touch any key or open/close the door, and
the display will return to the normal brightness.
Demo Mode
Demo mode allows user to interact with the microwave oven
without turning on the magnetron.
To activate or deactivate Demo mode in idle state.
To Activate/Deactivate
Press and hold number key “3” for about 5 seconds.
MICROWAVE OVEN USE
A magnetron in the microwave 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, even with an empty
container.
■ The turntable must be in place and correct side up when
the microwave oven is in use. Do not use if the turntable is
chipped or broken.
■ Baby bottles and baby food jars should not be heated in the
microwave oven.
■ Clothes, owers, fruit, herbs, wood, gourds, and paper,
including brown paper bags and newspaper, should not be
dried in the microwave oven.
■ Parafn wax will not melt in the microwave oven because it
does not absorb microwaves.
■ Use oven mitts or pot holders when removing containers from
the microwave oven.
■ Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the recommended
cook time, potatoes should be slightly rm. Let potatoes stand
for 5 minutes. They will nish 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 the microwave oven is cooking, the amount, size and shape,
starting temperature, composition and density of the food will
affect the cooking results.
Amount of Food
The more food that is heated at once, the longer the cook time
that is 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 food cooks more evenly than irregularly
shaped food.
Control Lock
The Control Lock shuts down the control panel keypad to avoid
unintended use of the microwave oven.
To Lock Control: Touch CANCEL for approximately 3 seconds,
until a tone sounds and a LOCK icon appears on the display.
To Unlock Control: Repeat to unlock. A tone will sound and the
LOCK icon will be removed.
Starting Temperature
Room temperature foods will heat faster than refrigerated foods,
and refrigerated foods will heat faster than frozen foods.
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.
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 redistributes 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, at pieces of aluminum foil to shield the thin pieces of
irregularly shaped foods, bones, and foods such as chicken wings,
leg tips, and sh tails. See the “Aluminum Foil and Metal” section
rst.
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.
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Cookware and Dinnerware
Cookware and dinnerware must t 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 the “Aluminum Foil and
Browning Dish Bottom must be at least 3/16"
Ceramic Glass, Glass Acceptable for use.
China, Earthenware Follow manufacturer’s
Melamine Follow manufacturer’s
Paper: Towels, Dinnerware,
Napkins
Plastic: Wraps, Bags, Covers,
Dinnerware, Containers
Pottery and Clay Follow manufacturer’s
Silicone Bakeware Follow manufacturer’s
Straw, Wicker, Wooden
Containers
Styrofoam
Wax Paper Acceptable for use.
To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for Microwave Use:
1. Place cookware or dinnerware in microwave oven with 1 cup
2. Cook at 100% cooking power for 1 minute.
Do not use cookware or dinnerware if it becomes hot and the
water stays cool.
®†
(250 mL) of water beside it.
Metal” section.
(5 mm) above the turntable.
Follow manufacturer’s
recommendations.
recommendations.
recommendations.
Use non-recycled and those
approved by the manufacturer
for microwave oven use.
Use those approved by the
manufacturer for microwave
oven use.
recommendations.
recommendations.
Do not use in microwave oven.
Do not use in microwave oven.
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 ash 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 oor.
■ 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, non-approved
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.
Metal bakeware may be used only during convection (bake)
cycles. Use ovenproof, microwave-safe cookware for all other
convection and combination cooking.
Microwave Cooking Power
Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking power
to use by percent, name, or number. For example,
70%=Medium-High=7.
Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested
cooking power of specic foods.
MICROWAVE COOKING POWER CHART
Percent/
Name
100%, High
(default
setting)
90% 9 Cooking small, tender pieces of
80% 8 Heating rice, pasta, or casseroles.
70%, MediumHigh
60% 6 Cooking sensitive foods such as
50%, Medium 5 Cooking ham, whole poultry, and
40% 4 Melting chocolate.
30%, MediumLow, Defrost
20% 2 Softening butter, cheese, and ice
10%, Low 1 Taking chill out of fruit.
Number Use
10 Quick-heating convenience foods
and foods with high water content,
such as soups, beverages, and
most vegetables.
meat, ground meat, poultry pieces,
and sh llets.
Heating cream soups.
Cooking and heating foods that
need a cook power lower than high,
for example, whole sh and meat
loaf.
7 Reheating a single serving of food.
cheese and egg dishes, pudding,
and custards.
Cooking non-stirrable casseroles,
such as lasagna.
pot roasts.
Simmering stews.
Heating bread, rolls, and pastries.
3 Defrosting bread, sh, meats,
poultry, and precooked foods.
cream.
†Styrofoam® is a registered trademark of The Dow Chemical Company.
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POPCORN
1.75 or 3.0 or 3.5 oz bags.
■ Do not use regular paper bags or glassware.
■ Pop only one package of popcorn at a time.
■ Follow manufacturer’s instructions when using a microwave
popcorn popper.
■ Listen for popping to slow to one pop every 1 or 2 seconds,
and then stop the cycle. Do not repop unpopped kernels.
■ For best results, use fresh bags of popcorn.
■ Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content.
NOTE: Follow the instructions provided by the microwave popcorn
manufacturer.
REHEAT
Times and cooking powers have been preset for reheating a
number of food types.
Use the following chart as a guide.
REHEAT CHART
Item Food Category Quantity
1 Baked Goods
Place on paper towel.
2 Beverage
Do not cover.
3 Casserole
Place in microwavesafe container. Cover
with plastic wrap
and vent. Stir and let
stand 2-3 minutes
after reheating.
4 Dinner plate
Place food on plate.
Cover with plastic
wrap and vent. Let
stand 2-3 minutes
after reheating.
5 Pizza
Place on paper towel
lined microwave-safe
plate.
6 Soup/Sauce
Place in microwavesafe container. Cover
with plastic wrap
and vent. Stir and let
stand 2-3 minutes
after reheating.
1-6 servings, 2 oz (57g) each
Two small rolls may be counted
as 1 piece
1-2 cups (250 mL-500 mL)
1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)
1 plate, about 8-16 oz
(227- 454 g)
1-3 slice, 4 oz (113 g) each
1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)
DEFROST
■ 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
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 sh tails. See the “Aluminum
Foil and Metal” section rst.
■ Times and cooking powers have been preset for defrosting a
number of food types.
Item Food Category Weight
1 Poultry* 0.2 to 6.6 lbs (90 g to 3 kg)
2 Meats* 0.2 to 6.6 lbs (90 g to 3 kg)
3 Fish* 0.2 to 4.4 lbs (90 g to 2 kg)
4 Quick Defrost 1.0 lb only
* See the Defrost Preparation Chart at end of the “Defrost” section
for cuts, sizes, and instructions.
Use the following chart as a guide when defrosting meat, poultry,
or sh.
DEFROST PREPARATION CHART
POULTRY
Chicken: whole and cut up Place in a microwave-safe
Cornish hens
Turkey: breast
MEAT
Beef: ground, steaks, roast,
stew
Lamb: stew and chops
Pork: chops, ribs, roasts,
sausage
FISH
Fillets, Steaks, Whole,
Shellsh
baking dish, chicken breast-side
up.
Remove giblets from whole
chicken.
The narrow or fatty areas of
irregular-shaped cuts should
be shielded with foil before
defrosting.
Do not defrost less than 1/4 lb
(113 g) or two 4 oz (113 g)
patties.
Place all meats in a microwavesafe baking dish.
Place in a microwave-safe
baking dish.
FROZEN ENTRÉE
Food Quantity
Frozen Entree
Remove from package.
Loosen cover on 3 sides. If
entrée is not in microwavesafe container, place on
plate, cover with plastic
wrap, and vent.
10 or 20 or 40 or 60 oz (283 or
567 g or 1134 or 1701 g)
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