KitchenAid YKMLS311HWH0, YKMLS311HSS0, YKMLS311HBS0, YKMLS311HBL0 Owner’s Manual
User Guide
Microwave Hood Combination
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opening, behind the door.
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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
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.
follow instructions.
You
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
instructions.
follow
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.
■ Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not
be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.
When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
■
Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking
■
equipment.
■ Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of
36" (91.44 cm).
■ Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive
cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may
damage the filter.
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 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 microwave oven.
OPERATING YOUR 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.
This device complies with Industry Canada ICES-001.
Settings
Clock
The clock is a 12-hour (12:00-11:59) clock. Touch SETUP/CLOCK,
enter time, then touch SETUP/CLOCK or the Start control.
Timer
With the microwave oven in Standby mode, touch the Timer
control, enter time, then touch the Timer control or the Start
control. Cook functions may be entered while the Timer is
counting down. To cancel timer, touch Timer control while the
Timer countdown is active in the display.
Control Lock
Activate to avoid unintended start. Touch and hold the Cancel
keypad for about 3 seconds until 2 tones sound and the
CONTROL LOCKED appears in the display. When locked,
touching any button on the keyboard (except for the hood control
buttons and Cancel) will not work. Repeat to unlock control.
Vent Fan
Press the Vent Fan keypad once for High setting. You may press
this keypad repeatedly and choose a different speed. There are
four available speeds HIGH--->MEDIUM--->MEDIUM LOW-LOW--->OFF. Choose the speed you want.
To keep the microwave oven from overheating, the auto hood fan
will automatically turn on at high speed if the temperature from the
range or cooktop below the microwave oven gets too hot. When
this occurs, the hood fan cannot be turned off.
Vent Light
Pressing Vent Light keypad adjusts the vent light setting among
HIGH -> LOW -> OFF.
SETUP/CLOCK
Press SETUP/CLOCK repeatedly, there are various options/setting
may be adjusted:
1-Clock; 2-Sound; 3-Scrolling Speed; 4-Language; 5-Filter Reset;
6-Fan Timer; 7-Demo Mode; 8-Factory Reset.
Sound (Tones)
Keypad tones and volume can be adjusted. Press SETUP/CLOCK
to reach the Sound submenu.
1. Button Tones On and Off: Press 1-On 2-Off
2. Volume: Press 1-Low, 2-Med, 3-High
Pressing the Start keypad, pressing the SETUP/CLOCK keypad
will save.
Scroll Speed
Scrolling speed options will be between Low, Medium and High
speeds. Press SETUP/CLOCK to reach the scrolling speed
submenu. Once you select speed, press start or SETUP/CLOCK
keypad will save.
Language
There are two languages supported: English and French. Press
SETUP/CLOCK to reach the Language submenu. Once options
for language is selected you’ll have two options. Press start or
SETUP/CLOCK keypad will save.
Filter Reset
Reset the lter status after replacing and/or cleaning the lters.
Touch SETUP/CLOCK to reach the Filter Reset submenu, and
activate reset.
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Fan Timer
Set vent fan to run for exactly 30 minutes or to run for only 30
minutes more (off after 30 minutes). The vent fan may be turned off
at any time using the Vent Fan keypad. Touch SETUP/CLOCK to
reach the Fan Timer submenu and select the setting.
Demo Mode
Activate to practice using the control without actually turning on
the magnetron. Touch SETUP/CLOCK to reach the Demo mode
submenu, then follow the prompts to activate. The Clock or : will
light up in the display. Repeat to deactivate.
If the microwave oven has not been used for 5 min (no key press
for 5min), the display will show “DEMO ON”.
Features
Standby Mode
When no functions are working (12-hour clock is displayed or if
the clock has not been set), oven will switch to Standby Power
mode and dim the LCD brightness after 2 minutes. Press any
button or open/close the door, and display will return to the normal
brightness.
CLEANRELEASE® Cavity Coating (on some models)
The durable, nonstick coating resists soil buildup by making
cleaning easier. See the “Microwave Oven Care” section.
Turntable
Turntable may be turned off for manual cooking only. This is
helpful when cooking with plates that are bigger than the turntable
or when cooking with plates that are side by side. Turntable
cannot be turned off during preset or sensor (on some models)
functions.
Cookware and Dinnerware
Microwave-Safe
■ Browning dish (Follow manufacturer recommendations)
■ Ceramic glass, glass
■ China, earthenware (Follow manufacturer recommendations)
■ Melamine (Follow manufacturer recommendations)
■ Paper towels, paper plates, napkins (Use non-recycled paper)
■ Plastic wraps, bags, covers, dinnerware, containers (Follow
manufacturer recommendations)
■ Pottery and clay (Follow manufacturer recommendations)
■ Silicone bakeware (Follow manufacturer recommendations)
■ Wax paper
To Test Cookware/Dinnerware: Place dish in microwave oven with 1 cup (250 mL) of water beside it. Program 1 minute of cook time
at100%. If dish becomes hot and the water stays cool, do not use the dish in the microwave oven.
Do Not Use
■ Metal cookware and bakeware
■ Straw or wicker
■ Gold, silver, or pewter
■ Non-approved meat thermometers, skewers
■ Twist ties
■ Foil liners, such as sandwich wrappers
■ Staples
■ Objects with gold or silver trim or with metallic glaze
Microwave Oven Use
For list of preset programs, see the Quick Reference Guide provided with your model.
Manual Cooking
Touch number keypads to enter time, touch POWER (if not 100%),
touch number keypads to enter power level (10-90), then touch the
Start control.
Sensor Cooking
A sensor in the microwave oven detects moisture released from
food as it heats and adjusts the cooking time accordingly.
Make sure microwave oven has been plugged in for at least
1minute. Use microwave-safe dish with loose-tting lid or cover
microwave-safe dish with plastic wrap, and vent. For optimal
performance, wait at least 30 minutes after convection cooking
orgrilling (on some models) before sensor cooking.
Preset Cooking, Reheating, Defrosting
Touch COOK or REHEAT or DEFROST repeatedly to scroll through
program options. Rest on desired program options. Follow
prompts to select submenu items and/or amounts, then press the
Start control.
Popcorn
Two choices, press Popcorn repeatedly.
Large bag: Senses 3.0-3.5 oz (85-99g)
Small bag: 1.75 oz (50g) only
Place bag on turntable then touch Start control. Listen for popping
to slow to 1 pop every 1 or 2 seconds, then stop the cycle. Cooking
results may vary by brand and fat content. For other bag sizes use
manual cooking.
Preset Soften/Melt
Touch SOFTEN/MELT, repeatedly to scroll through program
options. Rest on desired program options. Follow prompts to
select submenu items and/or amounts, then press the Start
control.
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MENU PROGRAMS: Touch the menu control repeatedly to scroll through program options. Rest on the desired program options. Follow
display prompts to select submenu items and/or amounts, and then start the program. Any invalid entry will cause an Invalid Tone and
be corrected to a value that is within range and closest to the entered value.
COOK
1. Bacon: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 slices, average thickness:
Follow directions on package.
2. Canned Vegetables: 1, 2, 3, 4 cups (250mL - 1 L)
Place in microwave-safe container. Cover with plastic wrap,
and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3minutes after cooking.
3. Fresh Vegetables: Senses 1 - 4 cups (250mL - 1 L)
Place in microwave-safe container. Add 2-4 tbs (30-60mL)
water. Cover with plastic wrap, and vent. Stir and let stand
2-3minutes after cooking.
4. Frozen Vegetables: Senses 1 - 4 cups (250mL - 1 L)
Remove from package. Place in microwave-safe container.
Add 2-4tbs (30-60 mL) water. Cover with plastic wrap, and
vent. Stir and let stand 2-3minutes after cooking.
5. Frozen Entrée : 10, 20, 40, 60 ounces (283, 567, 1134, 1701g).
Remove from package. Loosen cover on 3 sides. If entrée is
not in microwave-safe container, place on plate, cover with
plastic wrap, and vent.
6. Small potato: Enter 1-4 pieces, 4-7 oz (113-198g) each.
Pierce each potato several times with a fork. Place on paper
towel, around turntable edges, at least 1" (2.5 cm) apart. Let
stand 5 minutes after cooking.
7. Large potato: Sense 1-4 potatoes, 8-10 oz (227-283g) each.
Pierce each potato several times with a fork. Place on paper
towel, around turntable edges, at least 1" (2.5 cm) apart. Let
stand 5 minutes after cooking.
8. Rice: Senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500mL) dry, white long grain:
Follow measurements on package for ingredient amounts.
Use microwave-safe dish with loose-tting lid. Let stand
5 minutes after cooking, or until liquid is absorbed. Stir.
DEFROST
1. Poultry: 0.2-6.6 lbs (90g - 3 kg) Remove wrap and place in
microwave-safe dish. Do not cover.
2. Meat: 0.2-6.6 lbs (90g - 3 kg)
Remove wrap and place in microwave-safe dish. Do not cover.
3. Fish: 0.2-4.4 lbs (90g - 2 kg)
Remove wrap and place in microwave-safe dish. Do not cover.
4. Quick: 1.0 lb - 454g
Remove wrap and place in microwave-safe dish. Do not cover.
Turn over food at signal.
SOFTEN/MELT:
1. Soft Butter - 0.5, 1, 1.5 or 2 sticks:
Unwrap and place in microwave-safe dish.
2. Soften Ice Cream - 16, 32 or 64 oz (473, 946 or 1893 mL):
Place ice cream container on turntable.
3. Soft cream cheese 8 oz. (227g) only:
Unwrap and place in microwave-safe dish.
4. Soft frozen juice - 12 oz.(340g) only:
Remove lid from container.
5. Melt butter - 0.5, 1, 1.5 or 2 sticks:
Unwrap and place in microwave-safe dish. Cover with plastic
wrap.
6. Melt chocolate - 4, 6, 8 or 12 oz (113, 170, 227 or 340 g):
Place in microwave-safe dish.
7. Melt cheese - 8 or 16 oz.(227 or 454 g):
Place in microwave-safe dish. Stir at signal.
8. Melt Marshmallows - 5 or 10 oz.(142 or 283 g):
Place in microwave-safe dish.
REHEAT
1. Baked Goods: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 servings:
Place on paper towel. Two small rolls may be counted as 1
serving.
2. Beverage: 1, 2 cups, 8 oz (250mL) each.
Do not cover. The diameter of the cup’s opening will affect how
the liquid heats. Beverages in cups with smaller openings may
heat faster.
3. Casserole: 1, 2, 3, 4 cups (250mL - 1 L)
Place in microwave-safe container and cover with plastic
wrap. Stir and let stand 2-3minutes after reheating.
4. Dinner Plate: Senses 1 serving (1 plate), 8-16 oz (227-454g):
Place food on microwave-safe plate, cover with plastic wrap,
and vent.
5. Pizza: 1, 2, 3 slices, 4 oz (113g) each
Place on paper towel lined paper plate.
6. Sauce: Senses 1-4 cups (250mL - 1 L)
Place in microwave-safe container and cover with plastic
wrap. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after reheating.
7. Soup: Sense 1,2,3,4 cups (250mL -1L)
Place in microwave-safe container and cover with plastic
wrap. Stir and let stand 2-3minutes after reheating.
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Bottom plate
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Bottom plate
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MICROWAVE OVEN CARE
Installing/Replacing Filters and Light Bulbs
NOTE: A Filter Status indicator (on some models) appears in the
display when it is time to replace the charcoal lter, and clean or
replace the grease lters. See the “Settings” section to reset lter
status.
■ Grease lters: Grease lters are underside of microwave
oven. The grease lters should be removed and cleaned at
least once a month.
NOTE: For recirculation: Do not operate the microwave oven
without the lters in place.
For wall and roof ventilation: To ensure good performance of
airow, remove the charcoal lter from the bottom plate before
operating the microwave oven.
Refer the following steps for replacing grease lter:
1. To remove the grease lter and charcoal lter, push the nger
grip back and then pull down from the bottom plate.
Finger grip
Grease
filter and
charcoal
filter
5. Put the grease lter and charcoal lter back to the bottom
plate.
Grease filter and
charcoal filter
■ Charcoal lters: Charcoal lters are underside of microwave
oven. The charcoal lter cannot be cleaned and should be
replaced about every 6 months.
NOTE: For recirculation: Do not operate the microwave oven
without the lters in place.
For wall and roof ventilation: To ensure good performance of
airow, remove the charcoal lter from the bottom plate before
operating the microwave oven.
Refer the following steps for replacing charcoal lter:
1. To remove the grease lter and charcoal lter, push the nger
grip back and then pull down from the bottom plate.
2. Separate the grease lter from the charcoal lter.
A. Grease filter
B. Charcoal filter
3. Clean the grease lter monthly, or replace with new grease
lter if necessary.
4. Reattach the grease lter to the charcoal lter.
2. Separate the charcoal lter from the grease lter.
A. Grease filter
B. Charcoal filter
Finger grip
Grease
filter and
charcoal
filter
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