Whirlpool GH6178XPT0, GH6178XPS0, GH6178XPQ0, GH6178XPB0 Owner’s Manual
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Model GH6178XP
TABLEOF CONTENTS
MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY ........................................................ 3
Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 5
PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................ 5
Oven Cavity Coating .................................................................... 5
Microwave System - ACCUWAVE ®Technology ......................... 5
Grill Element ................................................................................. 6
Turntable ...................................................................................... 6
Cooking Rack ............................................................................... 6
Sizzle Pan and Handle ................................................................. 7
Grill Rack ...................................................................................... 7
OVEN CONTROL ............................................................................ 7
Display/Touch Screen .................................................................. 7
Progress Bar................................................................................. 8
Start .............................................................................................. 9
Easy Minute Feature .................................................................... 9
Cancel .......................................................................................... 9
Clock ............................................................................................ 9
Tones ............................................................................................ 9
Timer ............................................................................................. 9
Vent Fan ....................................................................................... 9
Cooktop/Countertop Light ........................................................... 9
Hints & Settings .......................................................................... 10
Child Lock .................................................................................. 10
Night Light .................................................................................. 10
Display Brightness and Contrast ............................................... 10
Learning Mode ........................................................................... 10
Demo Mode ................................................................................ 11
OVEN USE ..................................................................................... 11
Food Characteristics .................................................................. 11
Cooking Guidelines .................................................................... 11
Cookware and Dinnerware ........................................................ 12
Aluminum Foil and Metal ........................................................... 12
Cooking Power ........................................................................... 12
Cooking ...................................................................................... 13
Doneness ................................................................................... 13
Prepare ....................................................................................... 13
Preset Cooking ........................................................................... 13
Popcorn ...................................................................................... 14
Cooking in Stages ...................................................................... 14
Reheating ................................................................................... 14
Defrosting ................................................................................... 15
Baked Goods ............................................................................. 15
Grill ............................................................................................. 16
Simmer Cooking and Steaming ................................................. 16
Sizzle Pan Feature ...................................................................... 18
Soften & Melt .............................................................................. 18
Kids Menu .................................................................................. 19
Warm Hold ................................................................................. 19
OVEN CARE .................................................................................. 20
General Cleaning ........................................................................ 20
Replacing Filters ......................................................................... 21
Replacing Cooktop Light ........................................................... 21
Replacing Oven Light ................................................................. 21
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 22
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ......................................................... 23
Replacement Parts ..................................................................... 23
WARRANTY .................................................................................. 24
MICROWAVEOVENSAFETY
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 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
This is the safety alert symbol.
"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 m Do not operate the microwave oven if it has a
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.
_, 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.
As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary
when used by children.
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
m
See door surface cleaning instructions in the
"Microwave Oven Care" section,
m
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,
SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS
mMPORTANT SAFETY mNSTRUCTIONS
" Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are abb to be
overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing
to be boifing. 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, aflow 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.
,, Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking
,, Intended to be used above ranges with maximum
width of 36 inches.
m Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should
not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.
m 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.
" Do not use paper products when appliance is
operated in the "PAN BROWN" mode (on models
with this feature).
" Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer's
recommended accessories, in this oven when not in
use,
" Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave
oven when the microwave oven is in operation.
,, When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
,, 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.
_' 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.
Do not mount over a sink.
_' Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with
metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
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.
PARTSANDFEATURES
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.
ElectricalShockHazard
Plugintoagrounded3prongoutlet.
Donotremovegroundprong.
Donotuseanadapter.
Donotuseanextension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can resuJt in
death, fire, or eJectrical shock.
Observe all governing codes and ordinances. A 120Volt, 60 Hz,
AC only, 15- or20-amp fused electrical supply is required.(A
time-delay fuse or circuit breaker isrecommended.) It is
recommended that a separatecircuit serving only thisappliance
be provided.
GROUNDING mNSTRUCTmONS
,= 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.
WARNmNG: 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.
A B C
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A. Door Handle K. Cooktop Lights
B. Door Safety Lock System L. Cooking Rack
C. Metal-Shielded Window M. Grease Filters
D. Charcoal Odor Filter N. Cooking Guide Label
(behind Vent Grille) O. Model and Serial Number Plate
E. Grill Element
E Microwave Inlet Cover Parts and Features Not Shown
G. Oven Light Turntable
H. Vent Grille Grill Rack
L Control Panel and Touch Sizzle Pan and Handle
Screen Display Steamer Vessel
J. Vent Fan and Cooktop Light
Controls
D E FG H
KON M L K J
Theoven has a durable, nonstick coating which resists soil
buildup by making cleaning easier than in conventional
microwave ovens. For cleaning information, see "General
Cleaning" in the "Oven Care" section.
Themicrowave system delivers a constant stream of microwave
power - true high, medium and low power.
Typically,microwave ovens operate on HIGH power only. For
example, to achieve a 50% power level ("medium") in a typical
microwave oven, the oven operates 50% of the time at HIGH
power and 50% of the time OFR
,= For a permanently connected appliance:
This appliance must be connected to a grounded,
metallic, permanent wiring system, or an equipment
grounding conductor should be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the equipment
grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.
SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS
I This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules. I
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.
Sensor Cooking
The microwave system features the 6th SENSE TM cooking
system. A humidity sensor in the 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.
To Install:
1. Remove tape from the hub.
2. Place the support on the oven cavity bottom.
3. 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 (except during an auto function).
This is helpful when cooking with plates that are larger than the
turntable or when cooking with two 101A'' (26 cm) plates that are
side by side.
To Turn Off: Touch TURNTABLE ON-OFR A "turntable off" icon
will appear in the display. The turntable will turn back on
automatically when cooking is over or CANCEL is touched.
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 oven. See "Assistance or Service" to order
replacement parts.
A B
A. Halogen bulb
B. Quartz bulb
The oven uses a 1,000-watt halogen bulb with a 500-watt quartz
bulb to serve as the grill element for various cooking functions.
When the element is in use, the halogen bulb glows very brightly,
while the glow of the quartz bulb is barely - if at all - visible. (See
"Troubleshooting" for quartz bulb testing.) The oven cavity and
door will become hot. The use of oven mitts is recommended.
• Rack will become hot. Always use oven mitts or pot holders
when handling.
• Do not allow the rack to touch the inside cavity walls, ceiling
or floor.
• Do not store the rack in the oven. Damage to the oven could
result if someone accidentally turns on the oven.
• Use the rack only when cooking on 2 levels.
• Do not use metal cookware, utensils, or a browning dish with
the rack.
• Do not let food container on rack touch the top or sides of the
oven.
• Do not use Sizzle Pan on rack.
• Remove rack before using Grill function.
• 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 oven. Do not attempt
to use any other rack (besides those supplied with the oven)
in this oven.
• Clean rack supports often (see "General Cleaning" section).
Damage to the oven could result due to soil buildup.
The turntable can rotate in either direction to help cook food
more evenly. Do not operate the oven without the turntable in
place. See "Assistance or Service" to reorder any of the parts.
TheSizzlePan,withanonsticksurfaceandadetachablehandle,
hasbeenspeciallydesignedformicrowaveuse,andisidealfor
pan-frying(pan-browning)foodsintheoven.TheSizzlePanis
alsousedasadrippanforgrilling.
Usethehandletograspthepan.Placegrippingendontheedge
ofpan,squeezehandleandliftpan.
See"AssistanceorService"toorderreplacementparts.
OVENCONTROL
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Thecirculargrillrackisdesignedforgrillingintheoven.Placethe
grillracksecurelyonSizzlePan,theSizzlePanontheturntable,
andpositionfoodongrillrack.See"AssistanceorService"to
orderreplacementparts.
The display/touch screen functions as both a display and a
menu-driven touch screen control.
Display
The display screen shows the time of day and Home screen
when the oven is not in use. If the time of day is hidden (see
"Clock" section), "Home" will appear in its place.
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Settings I
During programming, the display screen displays function
menus, servings and weights, preparation instructions, and
cooking time/power settings. During a cooking cycle, it counts
down the remaining time, and gives prompts to stir or turn food.
A. Light sensor
Touch Screen
Touch "Doneness" if desired. (See "Doneness" in the "Oven
Use" section. Display shows:
The LCD touch screen is used to input commands. A light- to
medium-pressure touch of the fingertip will activate the menu
choice. However, sensitivity of the touch screen may vary, and
using the tips or backs of fingernails may provide more accuracy
when inputting commands.
The following illustrates how the touch screen display screens
help the navigation through menus. This example shows the
display screens and selections when cooking chicken pieces.
1. From the "Home" screen, touch "Cook." Display shows:
Cook
I Frozen
Food
2. Touch "More Choices." Display shows:
Doneness
Press + button to
change doneness level.
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LESS NORMAL MORE
Normal is lowest _ _l
allowed for
leV_lhis food.
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BACK Start _
6. Touch "Start." While cooking, display shows:
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Cooking_.
"4,
When cooking is over, display shows:
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3. Touch "Poultry." Display shows:
Poultry
Concise €onelss
Poached PanCrown
cone-In Tenders
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4.
Touch "Pieces, Bone-In." Use number pads to enter weight.
Display shows:
Piecesno.E,.
Cooks 0.5-2.0 Pounds.
ENTER AMOUNT. PRESS
PREPARE, DONENESS, OR START
BACK Start I
Let stand 3 minutes
covered.
Removefood or
pressWarmHold,
Hold
See "Learning Mode" section to see how to practice navigating
through the menus without turning on the microwave generator.
See "Display Brightness and Contrast" section to see how to
adjust display settings.
Sensing
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A. Progress bar
The progress bar is a visual picture of the estimated running time
of a cooking cycle. It will appear during sensor cooking functions.
The line appears below the word "Sensing," and shows progress
by the darkening of the line from the left. After the sensor is
finished sensing, the remaining cook time replaces the word
"Sensing" at the top of the display, but the progress bar
continues to be displayed.
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