Whirlpool GM8155XJ User Manual [en, es]

MODEL GM8155XJ
3828W5A8401/8205981
Microwave-
Convection Oven
A Note to You ................................................2
Microwave Oven Safety................................3
Installation Instructions ................................5
Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven ......7
How your microwave oven works ............7
Microwave cooking tips ............................7
Radio interference......................................9
Oven utensils guide....................................9
Testing your dinnerware or cookware ......10
Operating tips ..........................................10
Electrical connection ..............................10
Using OPTIONS........................................13
Built-in kits ................................................13
Setting the clock ......................................14
Using the minute timer ............................14
Using Your Microwave Oven......................15
Cooking at different cook powers..........15
Cooking with more than one cook cycle..16
Using DEFROST ......................................17
Using manual defrost ..............................17
Defrosting tips ..........................................17
Using JET START™ Feature ..................18
Using WARM HOLD ................................18
Sensor Cooking ..........................................19
Using SENSOR COOK ............................19
Sensor cooking chart ..............................19
Using SENSOR REHEAT..........................20
Sensor reheating chart ............................20
Sensor popcorn chart..............................20
Convection and Combination Cooking ......21
Manual convection cooking....................21
Helpful hints for convection cooking ....21
Using the Drip Pan ..................................21
Manual combination cooking..................22
Helpful hints for combination cooking ..22
Auto convection cooking ........................22
Caring for Your Microwave Oven ..............25
Questions and Answers..............................26
Troubleshooting ..........................................27
Requesting Assistance or Service ............28
Warranty........................................................29
1-800-253-1301
Call our Customer Interaction Center
with questions or comments.
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A NOTE TO YOU

Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL®appliance.
The Whirlpool®Brand is committed to designing quality products that consistently perform for you to make your life easier. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly. Please read it carefully.
Also, please complete and mail the Product Registration Card provided with your appliance. The card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance.
Please record your model’s information.
Whenever you call to request service for your appliance, you need to know your complete model number and serial number. You can find this information on the model and serial number label/plate (see the diagram in the “Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven” section).
Please also record the purchase date of your appliance
and your dealer's name, address, and telephone number.
Keep this book and the sales slip together for future reference. It is important for you to save your sales receipt showing the date of purchase. Proof of purchase will assure you of in­warranty service.
Our Customer Interaction Center number is toll free.
1-800-253-1301
Model Number ________________________________ Serial Number ________________________________ Purchase Date ________________________________ Dealer Name __________________________________ Dealer Address________________________________ Dealer Phone ________________________________
To find detailed product information, the location of the nearest Whirlpool dealer or designated servicer, to
purchase an accessory item, or register your appliance on-line, please visit our Web site at
www.whirlpool.com
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MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY
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 the 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, 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.
See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Caring for Your Microwave Oven” section.
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 the “Installation Instructions” section.
Install or locate the microwave oven only in accordance with the installation instructions.
Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers – for example, closed glass jars – may 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
wDANGER
wWARNING
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.
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:
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MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance beneath the microwave oven.
Do not mount microwave oven over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance.
Do not mount over a sink.
Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: – Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the
microwave oven if paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
– Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic
bags before placing bag in oven.
– If materials inside the oven should 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.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Before you begin operating the oven, carefully read the following instructions.
1. Empty the microwave oven. Clean the inside with a soft, damp cloth. Check for damage such as a door that isn’t lined up correctly, damage around the door, or dents inside the oven or on the exterior. If there is any damage, do not operate the oven until a designated service technician has checked it and made any needed repairs.
2. Put the oven on a cart, counter, table, or shelf that is strong enough to hold the oven and the food and utensils you put in it. (The control side of the unit
is the heavy side. Use care when handling the oven.) The weight of the oven is about 55 lbs
(25 kg). The microwave oven should be at a temperature above 50°F (10°C) for proper operation.
NOTE: You can build your microwave oven into a wall or cabinet by using one of the trim kits listed in the “Built-in kits” section.
NOTE: Do not block the exhaust vents or air intake openings. Allow a few inches of space at the back of the oven where the exhaust vents are located. Blocking the exhaust vents could cause damage to the oven and poor cooking results. Make sure the microwave oven legs are in place to ensure proper airflow. If vents are blocked, a sensitive thermal safety device may automatically turn the oven off. The oven should work properly once it has cooled.
wWARNING
Fire Hazard
Do not install the oven next to or over a heat source without a UL approved trim kit.
Doing so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
Observe all governing codes and ordinances. A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical supply is required. (A time-delay fuse is recommended.) It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
wWARNING
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.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Air intake opening
(in rear)
Power supply cord
Exhaust vent
(in rear)
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS (CONT.)
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.
For a permanently connected appliance:
The microwave oven must be connected to a grounded, metallic, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor should be run with the circui
t conductors and connected to the
equip
ment grounding terminal or lead on the
microwave oven.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking. It also shows you the basics you need to know to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before you use your oven.

HOW COMBINATION COOKING WORKS

Sometimes combination microwave-convection cooking is suggested to get the proper cooking results. It shortens the cooking time for foods that normally need a long time to cook. This cooking process also leaves meats juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. In combination cooking, the convection heat and microwave energy alternate automatically. Your oven has a setting that makes it easy to cook with both convection heat and microwave energy automatically.

MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS

Amount of food
If you increase or decrease the amount of food you prepare, the time it takes to cook that food will also change. For example, if you double a recipe, add a little more than half the original cooking time. Check for doneness and, if necessary, add more time in small increments.
HOW YOUR MICROWAVE
OVEN WORKS
Microwave energy is not hot. It causes food to make its own heat, and it’s this heat that cooks the food.
Microwaves are like TV waves, radio waves, or light waves. You cannot see them, but you can see what they do.
A magnetron in the microwave oven produces microwaves. The microwaves move into the oven where they contact food as it turns on the turntable.
Your oven has a MAXWAVE™ multiple microwave distribution system. Microwave energy is released
from two locations, giving you better, more even cooking.
The glass turntable of your microwave oven lets microwaves pass through. Then they bounce off a metal floor, back through the glass turntable, and are absorbed by the food.
Microwaves pass through most glass, paper, and plastics without heating them so food absorbs the energy. Microwaves bounce off metal containers so food does not absorb the energy.
HOW CONVECTION COOKING
WORKS
Convection cooking circulates hot air through the oven cavity with a fan. The constantly moving air surrounds the food to heat the outer portion quickly. Your oven uses convection cooking whenever you use the Auto Convection, Manual Convection or Combination cooking programs. DO NOT USE THE OVEN
WITHOUT THE TURNTABLE IN PLACE.
Oven cavity
Metal floor
Glass turntable
Magnetron
Microwave
+
Convection
Combination microwave/convection
=
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
The length of the standing time depends on how much food you are cooking and how dense it is. Sometimes it can be as short as the time it takes you to remove the food from the oven and take it to the serving table. However, with larger, denser food, the standing time may be as long as 10 minutes.
Arranging food
For best results, place food evenly on the plate. You can do this in several ways:
If you are cooking several items of the same food, such as baked potatoes, place them in a ring
pattern for uniform cooking.
When cooking foods of uneven shapes or thickness, such as chicken breasts, place the
smaller or thinner area of the food towards the center of the dish where it will be heated last.
Layer thin slices of meat on top of each other.
When you cook or reheat whole fish, score the skin – this prevents cracking.
Do not let food or a container touch the top or sides of the oven. This will prevent possible arcing.
Using aluminum foil
Metal containers should not be used in a microwave oven. There are, however, some exceptions. If you have purchased food which is prepackaged in an aluminum foil container, refer to the instructions on the package. When using aluminum foil containers, cooking times may be longer because microwaves will only penetrate the top of the food. (See “Oven Utensils Guide”.)
If you use aluminum containers without package instructions, follow these guidelines:
Place the container in a glass bowl and add some water so that it covers the bottom of the container, not more than 1⁄4 in. (6.4 mm) high. This ensures even heating of the container bottom.
Always remove the lid to avoid damage to the oven.
Use only undamaged containers.
Do not use containers taller than 3⁄4 in. (1.9 cm).
Container must be at least half filled.
To avoid arcing, there must be a minimum 1⁄4 in. (6.4 mm) between the aluminum container and the walls of the oven and also between two aluminum containers.
Always place the container on the turntable.
Reheating food in aluminum foil containers usually takes up to double the time compared to reheating in plastic, glass, china, or paper containers. The time when food is ready will vary depending upon the type of container you use.
Let food stand for 2 to 3 minutes after heating so that heat is spread evenly throughout container.
Starting temperature of food
The lower the temperature of the food being put into the microwave oven, the longer it takes to cook. Food at room temperature will be reheated more quickly than food at refrigerator temperature.
Composition of food
Food with a lot of fat and sugar will be heated faster than food containing a lot of water. Fat and sugar will also reach a higher temperature than water in the cooking process.
The more dense the food, the longer it takes to heat. “Very dense” food like meat takes longer to reheat than lighter, more porous food like sponge cakes.
Size and shape
Smaller pieces of food will cook faster than larger pieces. Also, same-shaped pieces cook more evenly than different-shaped pieces.
With foods that have different thicknesses, the thinner parts will cook faster than the thicker parts. Place the thinner parts of chicken wings and legs in the center of the dish.
Stirring, turning foods
Stirring and turning foods spreads heat quickly to the center of the dish and avoids overcooking at the outer edges of the food.
Covering food
Cover food to:
Reduce splattering
Shorten cooking times
Keep food moist
You can use any covering that lets microwaves pass through. See “Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven” for materials that microwaves will pass through. If you are using the Sensor function, be sure to vent.
Releasing pressure in foods
Several foods (for example: baked potatoes, sausages, egg yolks, and some fruits) are tightly covered by a skin or membrane. Steam can build up under the membrane during cooking, causing the food to burst. To relieve the pressure and to prevent bursting, pierce these foods before cooking with a fork, cocktail pick, or toothpick.
Using standing time
Always allow food to stand after cooking. Stand­ing time after defrosting and cooking allows the temperature to evenly spread throughout the food, improving the cooking results.
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Cooking you should not do in your microwave oven
Do not do canning of foods in the oven. Closed glass jars may explode, resulting in damage to the oven.
Do not use the microwave oven to sterilize objects (baby bottles, etc.). It is difficult to keep the oven at the high temperature needed for sterilization.

RADIO INTERFERENCE

Using your microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV, or similar equipment. When there is interference, you can reduce it or remove it by:
Cleaning the door and sealing surfaces of the oven.
Adjusting the receiving antenna of the radio or television.
Moving the receiver away from the microwave oven.
Plugging the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits.

FOR THE BEST COOKING RESULTS

Always cook food for the shortest cooking time recommended. Check to see how the food is cooking. If needed, touch JET START™ Feature pad while the oven is operating or after the cooking cycle is over (see the “Using JET START™ Feature” section).
Stir, turn over, or rearrange the food being cooked about halfway through the cooking time for all recipes. This will help make sure the food is evenly cooked.
If you do not have a cover for a dish, use wax paper, or microwave-approved paper towels or plastic wrap. Remember to turn back a corner of the plastic wrap to vent steam during cooking.

TESTING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

To test the oven, put 1 cup (250 mL) of cold water in a glass container in the oven. Close the door. Make sure it latches. Cook at 100% power for 2 minutes. When the time is up, the water should be heated.

OVEN UTENSILS GUIDE

You can use a variety of utensils and materials in your microwave-convection oven. To prevent damage to utensils and your oven, choose appropriate utensils and materials for each cooking method. The list below is a general guide to help you select the correct utensils and materials.
YES: Utensils to use NO: Utensils to avoid
*Refer to “Microwave cooking tips” and “Questions and
Answers” for proper use.
MICRO-
WAVE
COOKING
YES YES
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES YES
NO NO
*
YES
YES
YES
YES
COMBINA-
TION
COOKING
YES YES
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
NO NO
*
NO
NO
NO
NO
CONVEC-
TION
COOKING
YES YES
YES
YES YES
YES
YES
NO
YES YES
YES
NO
NO
NO
NO
UTENSILS
Ceramic Ovenproof,
Heat­T empered, Microwave­Safe Glassware
Glassware with Metal Decoration
Lead Glass Without
Metal Decoration (Ovenproof and Heat­Tempered)
Ovenproof pottery
Ovenproof Microwave-
safe plasticware
Bake/Roast Rack
Metal Baking Pan
Cups, Plates, Towels
MA TERIAL Ceramic
& Glass
China
Pottery
Plastic
Metal
Aluminum Foil
Paper
Straw, Wicker, Wood
Wax Paper
Plastic Wrap
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
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TESTING YOUR DINNERWARE
OR COOKWARE
Test dinnerware or cookware before using. To test a dish for safe use, put it into the oven with 1 cup (250 mL) of water beside it. Cook at 100% cook power for one minute. If the dish gets hot and water stays cool, do not use it. Some dishes (melamine, some ceramic dinnerware, etc.) absorb microwave energy and may become too hot to handle or may slow cooking times. Cooking in metal containers not designed for microwave use could damage the oven, as could containers with hidden metal (twist-ties, foil lining, staples, metallic glaze or trim).

OPERATING TIPS

Never lean on the door or allow a child to swing on it when the door is open.
Use hot pads. Microwave energy does not heat containers, but the heat from the food can make the container hot.
Do not use newspaper or other printed paper in the oven.
Do not dry flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, paper, gourds, or clothes in the oven.
Do not start a microwave oven when it is empty. Product life may be shortened. If you practice programming the oven, put a container of water in the oven. It is normal for the oven door to look wavy after the oven has been running for a while.
Do not try to melt paraffin wax in the oven. Paraffin wax will not melt in a microwave oven because it allows microwaves to pass through it.
Do not operate the microwave oven unless the glass turntable is securely in place and can rotate freely. The turntable can rotate in either direction. Make sure the turntable is correct-side up in the oven. Handle your turntable with care when removing it from the oven to avoid possibly break­ing it. If your turntable cracks or breaks, contact your dealer for a replacement.
When you use a browning dish, the browning dish bottom must be at least 3⁄16 in. (5 mm) above the turntable. Follow the directions supplied with the browning dish.
Never cook or reheat a whole egg inside the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause
them to burst, and possibly damage the oven. Slice hard-boiled eggs before heating. In rare cases, poached eggs have been known to explode. Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cutting into them.
For best results, stir any liquid several times during heating or reheating. Liquids heated in
certain containers (especially containers shaped like cylinders) may become overheated. The liquid may splash out with a loud noise during or after heating or when adding ingredients (coffee granules, tea bags, etc.). This can damage the oven.
Microwaves may not reach the center of a roast. The heat spreads to the center from the outer, cooked areas just as in regular oven cooking. This is one of the reasons for letting some foods (for example, roasts or baked potatoes) stand for a while after cooking, or for stirring some foods during the cooking time.
Do not deep fry in the oven. Microwavable utensils are not suitable and it is difficult to maintain appropriate deep-frying temperatures.
Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the recommended cooking time, potatoes should be slightly firm because they will continue cooking during standing time. After microwaving, let potatoes stand for 5 minutes. They will finish cooking while standing.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

If your electric power line or outlet voltage is less than 110 volts, cooking times may be longer. Have a qualified electrician check your electrical system.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
Your microwave oven is designed to make your cooking experience enjoyable and productive. To help get you up and running quickly, the following is a list of the oven’s basic features:
1. Door Safety Lock System. The oven will not
work unless the door is securely closed.
2. Window with Metal Shield. The shield prevents
microwaves from escaping. It is designed as a screen to allow you to view food as it cooks.
3. Cooking Guide Label.
4. Glass Turntable. This turntable turns food
as it cooks for more even cooking. It must be in the oven during operation for best cooking results. The turntable is sunken into the cavity floor to give you more cooking space and better cooking results.
5. Removable Turntable Support (under turntable).
6. Convection Rack (Part No. 8172251). Use to
convection or combination cook.
7. Drip Pan (Part No. 8172250). The Drip Pan is
useful for catching grease from foods that drip grease during Convection or Combination cooking.
8. Model and Serial Number Plate.
9. Control Panel. Touch pads on this panel to
perform all functions.
10. Light (not shown). Automatically turns on when
the door is opened or when the oven is running.

MICROWAVE OVEN FEATURES

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MICROWAVE SENSOR
REHEAT COOK POPCORN
WARM
DEFROST OPTIONS
HOLD
MANUAL
MICRO COMBI CONVECT
TEMP/
HOUR MIN SEC
POWER
1 LB 0.1 LB
THICKNESS DONENESS
AUTO CONVECTION
MEAT POULTRY FISH
BAKED
SNACK
OTHER
GOODS
FOODS
FOODS
TIMER
CLOCK
SET / OFF
SET
START
OFF
ENTER
CANCEL
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

CONTROL PANEL FEATURES

Your microwave oven control panel lets you select a desired cooking function quickly and easily. The following is a list of all the Command pads located on the control panel.
For more information on these features, see “Using your microwave oven” section.
1. Display. This display includes a clock and
indicators to tell you the time of day, cooking time settings, cook powers, quantities, weights, and cooking functions.
2. SENSOR REHEAT. Touch this pad to reheat from
a variety of food categories available.
3. SENSOR COOK. Touch this pad to cook from a
variety of food categories available.
4. SENSOR POPCORN. Touch this pad to pop a
bag of popcorn in any of 3 sizes.
5. DEFROST. Touch this pad to defrost frozen food
by weight or quantity.
6. OPTIONS. Touch this pad to change sound
volume to low, medium, high or off, to change weight measurement from lbs to kilograms, to change the language displayed, to change scroll speed, to change the clock from 12 hours to 24 hours, or to turn clock on/off, or to turn the Demo mode on and off.
7. WARM HOLD. Touch this pad to keep hot,
cooked food warm in your microwave oven. You can use WARM HOLD by itself or to automatically follow a cooking cycle.
8. MICRO. Touch this pad to cook in Microwave
Mode. See “Using Your Microwave Oven”.
9. COMBI. Touch this pad to cook in Combination
Mode. See “Combination Cooking”.
10. CONVECT. Touch this pad to cook in Convection
Mode. See “Convection and Combination Cooking”.
11. HOUR/1 LB. Touch this pad to set the hour of
day, the number of hours to cook, or the weight in pounds of certain foods.
12. MIN/0.1 LB. Touch this pad to set the minute of
day, the number of minutes to cook, or the weight in 0.1 of a pound of certain foods.
13. SEC/THICKNESS. Touch this pad to set the
number of seconds to cook, or the thickness of various meats.
14. TEMP/POWER/DONENESS. Touch this pad to
select cooking temperature or cooking power, or the doneness of various foods.
15. AUTO CONVECTION pads. Touch one of these
pads to select type of food to be cooked.
16. TIMER SET/OFF. Touch this pad to set or cancel
the timer function.
17. CLOCK SET. Touch this pad to enter the correct
time of day.
18. JET START™ Feature/START/ENTER. Touch
this pad to start a function you have set or to cook food for 30 seconds at 100% cook power.
19. OFF/CANCEL. Touch this pad once to clear an
incorrect command or to cancel a program during cooking. This pad will not erase the time of day.
Audible signals
Your microwave oven comes with audible signals that can guide you when setting and using your oven:
A programming tone will sound each time you touch a pad.
Three tones signal the end of a cooking cycle and five tones signal the end of the timer function.
NOTE: The tones on your oven can be turned off. To do so, see “Using OPTIONS”.
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1
MICROWAVE SENSOR
2 3
REHEAT COOK POPCORN
DEFROST OPTIONS
MANUAL
MICRO COMBI CONVECT
HOUR MIN SEC
1 LB 0.1 LB
AUTO CONVECTION
MEAT POULTRY FISH
BAKED GOODS
TIMER
SET / OFF
START
ENTER
SNACK FOODS
WARM
HOLD
TEMP/
POWER
THICKNESS DONENESS
OTHER FOODS
CLOCK
SET
OFF
CANCEL
4
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USING OPTIONS

You can select or change the following functions or displays by touching OPTIONS:
Function Option
Sound volume Change to low, medium, high or off. Weight Change to standard (lbs) or
metric (kgs).
Language Change to English, French or
Spanish. Scroll speed Change speed. Clock Change to 12 hrs. or 24 hrs. or
turn on/off. Demo mode Turn on or off.
1. Touch OPTIONS.
The category name changes in sequence. When the desired category appears, touch START.
For example, to change weight measurements you see:
2. Touch OPTIONS twice to reach “LBS/KGS”. Touch START. Touch OPTIONS again to select “LBS” or “KGS”.
3. Touch START.
CONTROL PANEL FEATURES (CONT.)
Interrupting cooking
You can stop the oven during a cycle by opening the door. The oven stops heating and the fan stops, but the light stays on. To restart cooking, close the door and
Touch START. If you do not want to continue cooking:
Close the door and the light goes off.
OR
Touch OFF/CANCEL.
NOTE: Before setting a function, touch OFF/CANCEL
to make sure no other function is on.
Using the child lock
The Child Lock locks the control panel so children cannot use the microwave when you do not want them to.
To lock the control panel: Touch and hold OFF/CANCEL until “LOCKED”
appears on display (approximately 4 seconds). (One tone will sound.)
To unlock the control panel: Touch and hold OFF/CANCEL until “UNLOCK”
appears on display. (Two tones will sound.)
COLOR
Black Black White
White Biscuit Biscuit
FOR INSTALLATION OVER OVEN MODEL
RBS275PD GBS277PD RBS305PD GBS307PD RBS275PD GBS277PD RBS305PD GBS307PD RBS275PD GBS277PD RBS305PD GBS307PD
You can build in your microwave oven by using one of the following trim kits*. These kits are available from your dealer. If your dealer does not stock the kit you can order it, by kit model number, by calling 1-800-253-1301 and following the instructions and telephone prompts you hear.
SIZE
27" (69 cm) 30" (76 cm) 27" (69 cm) 30" (76 cm) 27" (69 cm) 30" (76 cm)
KIT MODEL NO.
MK1157XJB MK1150XJB MK1157XJQ MK1150XJQ MK1157XJT MK1150XJT

BUILT-IN KITS

* Approved, electric single ovens only
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

SETTING THE CLOCK

When you first plug in your microwave oven, the display shows “ : ”. If the electric power ever goes off, the display will again show “ : ” when the power comes back on.
NOTE: You can cook without setting the clock, but the display will show “ : ” again after the cooking is completed.
1. Touch CLOCK SET.
2. Touch HOUR and MIN Up and Down pads to set the time of day.
The SEC pad is not available.
3. Touch CLOCK SET.

USING THE MINUTE TIMER

You can use your microwave oven as a kitchen timer. Use the minute timer for timing up to 99 minutes.
1. Touch TIMER SET/OFF.
2. Touch HOUR and MIN Up and Down pads to set the amount of time.
The SEC pad is not available.
3. Touch START, or allow the timer to start automatically after a short delay.
4. At the end of the set time:
Timer will count down to zero, then will display “TIMER END” and 5 tones will sound.
NOTE: To cancel timer at any time, touch TIMER SET/OFF.
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

This section gives you instructions for operating each function. Please read these instructions carefully.
COOKING AT HIGH COOK POWER
1. Put the food in the oven and close the door.
2. Touch MICRO pad.
3. Touch MIN and SEC Up and Down pads to enter cooking time.
The HOUR pad is not available.
4. Touch START.
5. At the end of the cooking time:
Display will show “END” and 3 tones will sound.
COOKING AT DIFFERENT COOK
POWERS
1. Put the food in the oven and close the door.
2. Touch MICRO pad.
3. Touch MIN and SEC Up and Down pads to enter cooking time.
The HOUR pad is not available.
4. Touch TEMP/POWER Up and Down pads to set cooking power.
5. Touch START.
6. At the end of the cooking time:
Display will show “END” and 3 tones will sound.
NAME
High
Medium-High
COOK POWER
HI = 100% of full power (automatic)
90 = 90% of full power
80 = 80% of full power
70 = 70% of full power 60 = 60% of full power
WHEN TO USE IT
Quick heating many convenience foods and foods with high water content, such as soups, beverages and most vegetables
Cooking small tender pieces of meat, ground meat, poultry pieces, and fish fillets
Heating cream soups
Heating rice, pasta, or casseroles
Cooking and heating foods that need a cook power lower than high (for example, whole fish and meat loaf)
Reheating a single serving of food
Cooking sensitive foods such as cheese and egg dishes, pudding, and custards
Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as lasagna
For best results, some recipes call for different cook powers. The lower the cook power, the slower the cooking. Each level stands for a different percentage of cook power. Many microwave cookbook recipes tell you by number, percent, or name which cook power to use.
The following chart gives the percentage of cook power each level stands for, and the cook power name usually used. It also tells you when to use each cook power. Follow recipe or food package instructions if available.
NOTE: Refer to a reliable cookbook for cooking times.
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COOKING WITH MORE THAN ONE
COOK CYCLE
For best results, some recipes call for one cook power for a certain length of time, and another cook power for another length of time. Your oven can be set to change from one power level to another automatically, for up to 3 cycles plus a defrost cycle.
1. Put the food in the oven and close the door.
2. Touch MIN and SEC Up and Down pads to set the cooking time for the first cycle.
3. Touch TEMP/POWER Up and Down pads to set the cook power for the first cycle.
NAME
Medium
Medium-Low,
Defrost
Low
COOK POWER
50 = 50% of full power
40 = 40% of full power
30 = 30% of full power
20 = 20% of full power 10 = 10% of full power
WHEN TO USE IT
Cooking ham, whole poultry, and pot roasts
Simmering stews
Melting chocolate
Heating bread, rolls and pastries
Defrosting foods, such as bread, fish, meats, poultry, and precooked foods
Softening butter, cheese, and ice cream
Keeping food warm
Taking chill out of fruit
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4. Touch MICRO pad.
5. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the cooking time and cook power for each additional cycle.
6. Touch START.
After each cycle is complete, 2 tones sound and the next cycle(s) will count down.
7. At the end of the cooking time:
Display will show “END” and 3 tones will sound.
NOTES:
You can set your chosen cook functions in any order.
You can set up to 3 cook cycles plus Defrost and Warm Hold.
Defrost will operate first.
Warm Hold will operate last.
Cooking with more than one cook cycle will not work with Sensor Cook or Sensor Reheat functions.
USING DEFROST
You can defrost food by choosing a category and setting a weight. DEFROST has preset times and cook powers for 6 categories: Meat, Poultry, Fish, Bagel, Muffin and Butter.
1. Touch DEFROST.
Once for Meat, twice for Poultry, 3 times for Fish, 4 times for Bagel, 5 times for Muffin, 6 times for Butter.
2. Touch START.
3. Touch HOUR/1 LB or MIN/0.1 LB pad for weight when defrosting Meat, Poultry or Fish. For Bagel, Muffin or Butter, touch the HOUR pad for quantity.
NOTE: If the weight setting is “KGS,” then the
1 LB pad equals 1 kilogram and 0.1 LB pad equals
0.1 kilogram.
4. Touch START.
5. During defrosting, 5 tones will sound.
(for Meat, Poultry and Fish when set for more than 1 minute)
These tones tell you when to check, turn over, separate, or rearrange food. To restart oven, touch START.
6. At the end of the defrosting time:
Display will show “END” and 3 tones will sound.
USING MANUAL DEFROST
1. Touch DEFROST pad 7 times.
2. Touch MIN and SEC Up and Down pads to set the time for manual defrosting.
The power is automatically set at 30 percent, unless you change it.
3. Touch START.
4. At the end of the defrosting time:
Display will show “END” and 3 tones will sound.
Weight conversion chart
You are probably used to food weights as being in pounds and ounces that are fractions of a pound (for example, 4 ounces equals 1⁄4 pound [113.4 g]).
If the weight on the food package is in fractions of a pound, you can use the following chart to convert the weight to decimals.
DEFROSTING TIPS
Before starting, make sure you have removed any of the metal twist-ties which often come with frozen food bags, and replace them with strings or elastic bands.
Open containers such as cartons before they are placed in the oven.
Always slit or pierce plastic pouches or packaging.
If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place it in a suitable container.
Slit the skins, if any, of frozen food such as sausage.
Bend plastic pouches of food to ensure even defrosting.
Always underestimate defrosting time. If defrosted food is still icy in the center, return it to the microwave oven for more defrosting.
The length of defrosting time varies according to how solidly the food is frozen.
The shape of the package affects how quickly food will defrost. Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than a deep block.
As food begins to defrost, separate the pieces. Separated pieces defrost more evenly.
Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such as chicken wings, leg tips, fish tails, or areas that start to get warm. Make sure the foil does not touch the sides, top, or bottom of the oven. The foil can damage the oven lining.
For better results, let food stand after defrosting. (For more information on standing time, see “Microwave cooking tips”.)
Turn food over during defrosting or standing time. Break apart and remove food as required.
OUNCES GRAMS
1.6 45.4
3.2 90.7
4.0 113.4
4.8 136.1
6.4 181.4
8.0 226.8
9.6 272.2
11.2 317.5
12.0 340.2
12.8 362.9
14.4 408.2
16.0 453.6
Equivalent Weight
DECIMAL WEIGHT
.10 .20 .25 One-Quarter Pound .30 .40 .50 One-Half Pound .60 .70 .75 Three-Quarters Pound .80 .90
1.00 One Pound
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USING JET START™ FEATURE
The JET START Feature lets you cook food for 30 seconds at 100% cook power or, during any manual program, you can use it to add 30-second increments.
NOTES:
Each time you touch the JET START Feature pad, it will add 30 seconds up to 3 minutes, then will add 1 minute up to a total of 10 minutes.
You can enter the JET START Feature only after closing the door or after touching OFF/CANCEL.
You can also use the pad to increase the remaining cook time during manual programs.
1. Put the food in the oven and close the door.
2. Touch the JET START Feature pad.
(Each additional touch adds 30 seconds of cooking time, up to 3 minutes, then adds 1 minute up to a total of 10 minutes.)
3. At the end of the cooking time:
Display will show “END” and 3 tones will sound.
USING WARM HOLD
Warm Hold keeps hot, cooked food warm in your microwave oven.
NOTES:
Food cooked should be covered during Warm Hold.
Pastry items (pies, turnovers, etc.) should be
uncovered during Warm Hold.
Complete meals kept warm on a dinner plate
should be covered during Warm Hold.
Do not use more than 1 complete Warm Hold cycle. The quality of some foods will suffer with extended time.
Warm Hold can be used in conjunction with Stage Cooking. (See “Cooking with more than one cook cycle”.)
1. Put hot, cooked food in the oven and close the door.
2. Touch WARM HOLD.
“WARM HOLD” scrolls, then “START” flashes until you touch START.
3. Touch START.
Display will show “WARM”.
4. To cancel Warm Hold, open door or touch OFF/CANCEL.
wWARNING
Food Poisoning Hazard
Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before or after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.
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