Sears 565.693, 565.69401 User Manual

SE_I_ Owner's Manual

®

MICROWAVE OVEN

Model Nos.

565.69300

565.69301

565.69400

565.69401

CAUTION:
Before using thi_ appliance, read

this manual and follow a_l safety rules
and Operating Instructions.

(Spanish Owner's Manual
can be found on page 29 - 41.}
(El manual del propietario en espaSol se

encuentra en las pa,ginas 29 - 41).

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SearS, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.

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 closes 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.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model: 565. 69300/565. 69301 565.69400/565. 69401

Power Source: AC 120 V, 60 Hz AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption: 1480W, 12.9 Amps 1480W, 12.9 Amps

Maximum Output: 1000W* 1000W*

Oven Capacity: 1.3 cu. ft. 1.8 cu. ft.
Turntable Diameter: 12-5/8 '' (320 mm) 12-5/8 '`(320 mm)

Dimensions: (w x h x d) 21-5/8"x 12-1/2"x 17-11/16" 23-7/16" X 14-1/4"X 17-11/16"

Weight: Approx. 38.5 Ibs. 42 Ibs.

*According to tEC-705 test procedure
Specifications subject to change without notice.

FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE...

To make a request for service, information or replacement of parts, Sears will
require the complete Model number and Serial number of your oven.

Copy your Model and Serial numbers.

Model No.
(Located on the inner left side of control panel)

Serial No.

(Located on the inner left side of control panel)

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SAFETY
Proper and safe use of your oven 4

Important Safety Instructions. 5
Electrical Grounding Instructions 6

Utensils ................. 6

ASSEMBLY

" Names of Oven Parts and

Accessories .............. 8

Turntable Installation ....... 8

Installation ............... 9

OPERATION
Basic Features

Control Panel and Features.. 10

Setting Clock ............. 11

Child Lock-Out ............ 11

Kitchen Timer ............. 12

Time Cooking ............. 12

Special Features

Quick Touch TM Cooking ..... 14

Automatic Defrost by Weight. 15

Quick-On Cooking ......... 17

COOKING GUIDE

Cooking Techniques ....... 18

Quick Touch TM Cooking ..... 19

Appetizers and Rice ........ 21

Meats, Poultry and Fish ..... 22

Eggs .................... 24

Baked Goods and Desserts.. 25
MAINTENANCE

Cleaning ................. 26

Sears Service ............ 26

Troubleshooting ........... 27

ESPAI[IOL (Spanish Instructions)

GARANTIA ............. 29

SEGURIDAD ............ 30

ENSAMBLE ............ 33

OPERACION ............ 34

(Consulte la p_gina 29 para encontrar
el indice detallado)

KENMORE ® MICROWAVE OVEN

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY

For one year from the date of purchase,
if this Kenmore ® Microwave Oven fails

due to a defect in material or
workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of

charge.

KENMORE ® MAGNETRON

FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY

For five years from the date of purchase,
if the magnetron in this Kenmore ®

Microwave Oven fails due to a defect in
material or workmanship, Sears will

repair it, free of charge.
The above warranty coverage applies

only t_icrowave ovens which are used
for private household purposes.

Warranty service is available by simply
CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS

STORE OR SERVICE CENTER in the
United States.

This Warranty applies only while this
product is in use in the United States.

The Warranty give you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.,

D/817 WA,
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL. 60179

For Service Call:
1 - 800 - 4 - REPAIR

1 - 800 - 473 - 7247

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PROPER AND SAFEUSE OFYOUR OVEN

• The oven must be level.

• The turntable and turntable roller

rest must be in the oven during
cooking. See page 8.

• Place the cookware gently on the
turntable and handle it carefully to

avoid possible breakage.

• Incorrect use of browning dish may
cause the turntable to break. See

page 7.

• Use only the specified bag size
when using Quick Touch TM Popcorn.

The oven has several built-in safety
switches to ensure that the power

remains off when the door is open.
Do not tamper with these switches.

Do not operate the microwave oven

when empty. Operating the oven
with no food or food that is extremely

low in moisture can cause fire,

charring or sparking.

Do not attempt to deep-fry in your

microwave oven.

Do net do home canning in this
microwave oven as it is impossible to

be sure all contents of the jar have
reached boiling temperature.

Do not use this microwave oven for
commercial purposes. This

microwave oven is made for
household use only.

To prevent delayed eruptive boiling
of hot liquids and beverages or
scalding, stir liquid before placing the

container in the oven and again
halfway through cooking time. Let

stand in the oven for a short time and
stir again before removing the

container.

• Do not cook bacon directly on the
turntable. Excessive local heating of

the turntable may cause it to break.

Do not heat baby bottles or baby

food in the microwave oven. Uneven

heating may occur and could cause
physical injury.

• Do not heat narrow-necked
containers, such as syrup bottles.

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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

• Read all instructions before use.

• Read and follow the specific

• As with most cooking appliances,

If a fire should start:

• Keep the oven door closed

• Turn the oven off, and

• Disconnect the power cord or shut off

Keep in mind the following rules at all

times:

a) Do not overcook foods. Carefully
attend the appliance if paper, plastic, or

other combustible materials are placed
inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
b) Do not use the cavity for storage
purposes. Do not store combustible

items such as bread, cookies, paper
products, etc. inside the oven.

if lightning strikes the power line, the
oven may turn on by itself.

c) Remove wire twist-ties and metal

handles from paper or plastic

cont_efs/bags before placing them in
the oven.

persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

• Install or locate this oven only in
accordance with the provided

"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID

POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE

ENERGY" on page 2.

close supervision is necessary to
reduce the risk of a fire in the oven

cavity.

power at the fuse or circuit breaker
panel.

This oven must be grounded.
Connect only to properly grounded
outlet. See page 6.
Some products such as whole eggs,
water with oil or fat, sealed containers

and closed glass jars may explode

and therefore should not be heated in

this oven.

installation instructions.

• Use this appliance only for its
intended use as described in this

manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this appliance.

This oven is specifically designed to
heat or cook 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 this oven if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not

working properly or if it has been
damaged or dropped.

• This appliance should be serviced
only by qualified service technicians.

Contact the nearest authorized
service facility for examination, repair

or adjustment.

• Do not cover or block any vents on
the oven.

• Do not store or use this appliance

outdoors.

• Do not use this oven near water,

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

and the like.

• 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.

• When cleaning surfaces of door and

oven that comes together on closing
the door, use only mild, nonabrasive

soaps or detergents applied with a
sponge or soft cloth. See page 26.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. If there is an

'_DANGER

Electric Shock Hazard

• Touching some of the
internal components can
cause serious personal

injury or death. Do not

disassemble

this appliance.

,_IL WARNING

Electric Shock Hazard

• Improper use of the
grounding plug can

result in electric shock,
Do not plug into an outlet

until appliance is
properly installed and

grounded.

electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current. This appliance is equipped with a
cord that has a grounding wire with a grounding plug.
The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is

properly installed and grounded.
Consult a qualified

electrician if the
grounding instructions

are not completely
understood as to

whether the appliance is
properly grounded.

A short power supply
cord is provided to

reduce the risk of
becoming entangled in

or tripping over a longer
cord.

Longer cord sets or extension cords may be used with
following precautions:

• The marked electrical rating of the cord set or
extension cord should be equal to or higher than

• the electrical rating of the appliance.

• The extension cord must be a grounding type
3-wire cord.

• A longer cord should be arranged so that it will not
drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can
be pulled on by children or tripped over
accidentally.

Properly polarized and
grounded outlet

Three-pronged

(grounding) plug

UTENSILS

_ CAUTION

Personal Injury Hazard

• Tightly-closed utensils-

could explode.Closed
containers are opened

and plastic pouches
pierced before cooking.

The electrical power cord must be kept dry and must

not be pinched or crushed in any way.

See following page for further instructions "Materials

you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in

microwave oven."
Utensil Test:

1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold
water (250 mL) along with the utensil in question.

2. Cook on maximum power (P100) for 1 minute,

3. Carefully feel the utensil.
If the empty utensil is warm,
Do not use them for Microwave Cooking.

Do not exceed 1 minute testing time.

CAUTION:

1. Do not use plastic containers for testing,

2. Some containers and dishware may be warm (or
hot) in only one area. Do not use a container that
becomes warm anywhere.

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Materials you can use in microwave oven

Utensils Remarks
Aluminum foil Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin

parts of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can
occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should be at

least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from oven walls.

Browning dish Follow manufacturer's instructions. The bottom of browning dish

must be at least 3/16 inch (5 mm) above the turntable. Incorrect

usage may cause the turntable to break.

Dinnerware Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not

use cracked or chipped dishes.

Glass jars Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most

glass jars are not heat resistant and may break.

Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no

metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.

Oven cooking bags Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not close with metal tie.

Make slits to allow steam to escape.

Paper plates and cups Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven

unattended while cooking.

Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with

supervision for a short-term cooking only.

Parchment paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering or a wrap for steaming.

Plastic Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Should be labeled "Microwave Safe" Some plastic containers
soften as the food inside gets hot.

Plastic wrap Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain

moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food. "Boiling bags"
and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented
as directed by package.

Thermometers Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering and to retain moisture.

Materials to be avoided in microwave oven

Utensils Remarks

Aluminum tray May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.

Fo_d'¥arton with May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
metal handle

Metal or metal- Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may

trimmed utensils cause arcing.

Metal twist ties May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
Paper bags May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam cups Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when

exposed to high temperature.

Wood Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may

split or crack.

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NAMES OF OVEN PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Remove the oven and all materials from the carton.

Your oven comes with the following accessories:

Turntable/Turntable roller rest/Owner's Manual

Super EvenWave ® System

The microwaves reach the embossments on the interior walls
and then bounce in every direction. As a result, microwave

energy will be reflected from many angles to cook and defrost

more evenly and results in improved performance.

Door

Interior light Control panel

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Safety interlock system

Shuts off oven power if door is opened

during operation.

TURNTABLE INSTALLATION

• Place the roller rest on the cavity
bottom.

• Tu_'nt-able hub should securely locked
in the receptacle. Never place the

turntable upside down.

• The turntable rotation should never
be restricted.

• Place the turntable on top of the roller
rest as shown in the diagram.

• Both turntable and roller rest must
always be used during cooking.

• All food and containers of food are
always placed on this turntable for

cooking.

• T-hrs turntable rotates clockwise or
counterclockwise; this is normal.

J

Door release button /

Press the button to open door.

When you open the door during cooking
process, the cooking stops but theprogram will

not be cancelled. Touch START to resume
cooking.

CAUTION: The inside of the oven and

turntable get very hot, so do not touch
them immediately after use.

Tumtable Hub(underside)

Roller rest

Receptacle

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INSTALLATION

Remove all packing material and accessories.
Examine the oven for any damage such as dents or broken door.

Do not install if oven is damaged.

1. Select a level surface that provides enough open space for the intake and/or
outlet vents.

A minimum clearance of 3 inches (7.5 cm) is required between the oven and any
adjacent wall. One side must be open.

• Leave a minimum clearance of 3 inches (7.5 cm) above the oven.

• Do not remove the legs from the bottom of the oven.

• Blocking the intake and/or outlet openings can damage the oven.

• Do not install oven over a range, cooktop or other heat-producing appliance.

2. Plug your oven into a standard 120-volt / 60-Hz household outlet.
Be sure the electrical circuit is at least 15 amperes and that your microwave oven

is the only appliance on the circuit.

27 inch Built-in Kit
Your oven can be built into a cabinet by

using an optional built-in kit. Contact the
store where you purchased your oven.

Model No. Built-in Kit Stock No.

56.5,_9300 20-69920

565.69301 20-69921

565.69400 20-69910

565.69401 20-69911

• When using the built-in kit, a
minimum clearance of 2 feet is

required between the oven and heat-
producing appliance. For example,
next to or above a conventional gas

or electric range or above
conventional wall oven. Leave a

minimum clearance of 2 feet around
the even. If installed near or over a

hee-t,source, the oven could be
damaged and the warranty would be

void.

• The oven requires an opening of 25"
(w) x 17" (h) x 21" (d) for installation.

NOTE: This unit is not designed for 50
Hz or any circuit other than a 120-volt/

60-Hz AC circuit. This oven is designed

for countertop or built-in installation.

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