Whirlpool GSC308 User Manual
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BUILT-IN HIGH SPEED
MICROWAVE OVEN
Use & Care Guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................................................................2
MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY........................................................3
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................5
PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5
Grids............................................................................................. 5
Crisper Pan and Handle...............................................................5
ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL...................................................6
Displays........................................................................................6
Start/Add a Minute......................................................................6
Off/Cancel ....................................................................................6
Clock ............................................................................................7
Tones............................................................................................7
Fahrenheit and Celsius.................................................................7
Timer.............................................................................................7
Control Lock.................................................................................7
Number Codes.............................................................................7
Help Prompts ...............................................................................7
HIGH SPEED COOKING ................................................................8
High Speed Cooking Chart..........................................................8
MICROWAVE OVEN USE ............................................................12
Food Characteristics..................................................................12
Cooking Guidelines....................................................................12
Cookware and Dinnerware ........................................................13
Aluminum Foil and Metal ...........................................................13
Cooking Power...........................................................................13
Cooking ......................................................................................14
Cooking in Stages......................................................................14
Crisper Pan Frying......................................................................14
Reheating ...................................................................................15
Defrost........................................................................................15
Popcorn......................................................................................16
Keeping Food Warm ..................................................................17
Crisp ...........................................................................................17
Broil ............................................................................................17
Convection Cooking...................................................................18
OVEN CARE..................................................................................21
General Cleaning........................................................................21
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................22
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................23
In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................23
In Canada ...................................................................................23
WARRANTY ..................................................................................24
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MICROWAVE OVEN 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.
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.
■ 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 – 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.
■ 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.
follow instructions.
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
You
instructions.
■ 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 store any materials, other than manufacturer's
recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.
■ 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.
■ Do not deep fry in oven. Microwavable utensils are not
suitable and it is difficult to maintain appropriate deep frying
temperatures.
■ Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in
the “PAN BROWN” mode.
■ Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal
foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
■ As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary
when used by children.
■ The microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified
service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service
company for examination, repair, or adjustment.
■ Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave
oven.
follow
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
■ 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
Amicrowave oven for a short time before removing the
container.
– Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil
into the container.
■ Do not store the microwave oven outdoors. Do not use this
product near water - for example, near a kitchen sink, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
■ See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Oven Care”
section.
■ 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.
– Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before
placing bags 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.
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
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Observe all governing codes and ordinances.The microwave
oven is connected to a 110-volt side of the 240-volt circuit
required for the lower oven. If the incoming voltage to the
microwave oven is less than 110 volts, cooking times may be
longer. Have a qualified electrician check your electrical system.
This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.
PARTS AND FEATURES
This manual covers different models. The oven you have
purchased may have some or all of the parts and features listed.
The location and appearance of the features shown here may not
match those of your model.
Grids
■ Grids will become hot. Always use oven mitts or pot holders
when handling.
■ Do not allow the grids to touch the inside cavity walls, ceiling
or floor.
■ Always use the turntable.
■ Do not store the grids in the oven. Damage to the oven could
result if someone accidentally turns on the microwave oven.
■ Do not use another metal object with the grids.
■ Two-level cooking is not recommended.
■ Do not place popcorn bags on the grids.
■ The grids are designed specifically for this oven. Do not
attempt to use any other grid or rack in this oven.
■ See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder.
Broiling Grid (long legs)
The broiling grid places food close to the broil element, making
it ideal for fast browning of small amounts of food. Use for
broiling only.
Convection Grid (short legs)
The convection grid provides optimal heat circulation for highspeed cooking and convection cooking.
Crisper Pan and Handle
The crisper pan is ideal for rapidly browning and crisping the
bottom of the food, such as cookies and pizza.
A. Light (inaccessible, in ceiling)
B. Convection element and fan
(hidden behind back panel)
C. Turntable
D. Turntable support
(under turntable)
E. Metal shielded window
F. Door handle
G. Lower oven (on combination
models, see separate Use and
Care Guide)
H. Oven control
I. Door safety lock system
J. Broil element
(hidden in ceiling)
K. Dual microwave emission
L. Cooking guide labels
Parts and Features not shown
Broiling grid
Convection grid
Crisper pan and handle
This unit must be connected
to a 240-volt circuit.
The material coating the bottom absorbs microwaves and
transfers the heat to the pan and food. The crisper pan reaches
436°F (210°C) in approximately 3 minutes, at which time it stops
absorbing microwaves and holds this optimal frying temperature.
■ The crisper pan will become hot. Always use the handle and
oven mitts or pot holders when handling. Place gripping end
on the edge of pan, squeeze handle, and lift pan.
■ Do not allow the crisper pan or handle to touch the inside
cavity walls, ceiling or floor.
■ Always use the turntable.
■ Do not use another metal object with the crisper pan.
■ The crisper pan is designed specifically for this oven. Do not
use it in any other oven.
■ Use only wooden or plastic cooking utensils to help prevent
scratches.
■ See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder.
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ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL
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A. Lower oven display
B. Number pads
C. Upper oven display
D. Timer
E. Clock
F. Lower oven selectors
(see separate Use and Care Guide)
G. Quantity
H. Microwave popcorn
I. Microwave cooking power
J. Microwave reheating
K. Broiling
Displays
When power is first supplied to the appliance, everything on
both displays will light up for 5 seconds. Then, “PF id = 27” or
“PF id = 30” will appear on the lower oven display. Touch
OFF/CANCEL to clear display.
If “PF id = 27” or “PF id = 30” appears at any other time, a power
failure has occurred. Touch OFF/CANCEL and reset the clock if
needed.
Lower Oven Display
When the lower oven is in use, this display shows the lower oven
temperature, heat source(s) and start time.
During lower oven Timed Cooking, this display also shows a
vertical bar and minute time countdown and the stop time (if
entered).
If “Err” appears on the display, an invalid pad was touched.
Touch OFF/CANCEL and retry the entry.
When the lower oven is not in use, this display is blank.
Upper Oven Display
When the upper oven is in use, this display shows the upper oven
heat source(s), cooking power, quantities, weights and/or help
prompts.
If “RETRY” flashes on the display for 1 second, an invalid pad
was touched. Retry the entry.
When the upper oven is not in use, this display shows the time of
day or Timer countdown.
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L. Microwave defrosting
M. Crisping
N. Convection cooking
O. High-Speed cooking
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Start/Add a Minute
Starting
The START/ADD A MINUTE pad begins any upper oven function
except the Timer. If not touched within 5 seconds after touching a
pad, “START?” will appear on the upper oven display as a
reminder. If not touched within 5 minutes after touching a pad,
the oven display will return to the time of day mode and the
programmed function will be canceled. If cooking is interrupted,
touching START/ADD A MINUTE will resume the preset cycle.
Adding Minutes
During High Speed Cooking, Crisping and Broiling, touching
START/ADD A MINUTE while the oven is operating will add cook
time in 1-minute increments.
During Microwave Cooking, touching START/ADD A MINUTE
while the oven is operating, or at the end of a cycle, will add cook
time at 100% cook power in 1-minute increments.
During Convection Cooking, touching START/ADD A MINUTE will
not add minutes.
Off/Cancel
The upper oven OFF/CANCEL pad stops any upper oven
function except for the Clock, Timer and Control Lock.
The oven will also turn off when the door is opened. When the
door is opened, the element(s) and fan will turn off, but the upper
oven light will remain on. Close the door and touch START/ADD A
MINUTE to resume the cycle.
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Clock
This is a 12-hour clock and does not show a.m. or p.m.
To S et :
Before setting, make sure the ovens, Timer and Timed Cooking
are off.
1. Touch CLOCK.
2. Touch the number pads to set the time of day.
3. Touch CLOCK, START or START/ADD A MINUTE.
To remove the time of day from the display: Touch and hold
CLOCK for 5 seconds.
To return the time of day to the display: Touch CLOCK. The
time should not have to be reset.
Ton es
Tones are audible signals, indicating the following:
One tone
■ Valid pad touch
■ Oven is preheated
■ Function has been entered
Three tones
■ Invalid pad touch
Four tones
■ End of cycle
■ Reminder, repeating each minute after the end-of-cycle tones
All Tones
All of the above tones are preset on, but can be turned off.
To Turn Off/On: Touch and hold STOP TIME for 5 seconds. A
tone will sound, and “Snd oFF” will appear on the lower oven
display for 3 seconds. Repeat to change back to “Snd on.”
Ton e Volum e
The volume is preset at high, but can be changed to low.
To C ha nge : Touch and hold the number pad “7” for 5 seconds. A
tone will sound, and “Snd Lo” will appear on the lower oven
display for 3 seconds. Repeat to change back to “Snd HI.”
Reminder Tones
The Timer arnd Timed Cooking reminder tones are preset on, but
can be turned off. Reminder tones do not include end-of-cycle
tones. If “All Tones” have been turned off, the reminder tones
cannot be turned on independently.
Timer
To Tu rn Ton es O ff/ On : Touch and hold TIMER SET until a tone
sounds. Repeat to turn back on.
Timed Cooking
To Tu rn Ton es O ff/ On : Touch and hold COOK TIME until a tone
sounds and the lower oven display returns to inactive mode
(blank). Repeat to turn back on.
Fahrenheit and Celsius
The temperature is preset at Fahrenheit, but can be changed to
Celsius.
To Change: Touch and hold CUSTOM BROIL for 5 seconds. A
tone will sound, and “C” will appear on the display. Repeat to
change back to Fahrenheit. To remove, touch UPPER OFF,
LOWER OFF or OFF/CANCEL.
Timer
The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds or hours and
minutes, and counts down the set time. The Timer does not start
or stop the oven.
To S et :
1. Touch TIM E R SE T.
Touch again to switch between MIN/SEC and HR/MIN.
If no action is taken after 1 minute, the upper oven display will
return to the time of day mode.
2. Touch the number pads to set length of time.
3. Touch TIMER SET or START/ADD A MINUTE.
If not touched within 5 seconds, the display will return to the
time of day mode and the programmed function will be
canceled.
When the set time ends, if enabled, end-of-cycle tones will
sound, then reminder tones will sound every minute.
4. Touch TIMER OFF anytime to cancel the Timer and/or stop
reminder tones.
Remember, touching the Off/Cancel pads will turn off the
respective oven.
The time can be reset during the countdown by repeating the
above steps.
Control Lock
The Control Lock shuts down the control panel pads to prevent
unintended use of the ovens.
When the control is locked, only the CLOCK, TIMER SET and
TIMER OFF pads will function.
The Control Lock is preset unlocked, but can be locked.
To Lock/Unlock Control: Before locking, make sure the ovens,
Timer and Timed Cooking are off. Touch and hold START until
3 tones sound and “CONTROL LOCK” and a picture of a lock
appear on the lower oven display, about 3 seconds. Repeat to
unlock and remove “CONTROL LOCK” from display.
Number Codes
The oven is preset with shortcut number codes for High Speed
and Microwave Cooking. A number code includes one or more of
the following; cooking power, cook time and food quantity or
weight. See the code charts in the “High Speed Cooking,”
“Custom Reheating,” “Custom Defrosting” and “Popcorn”
sections for additional information.
Help Prompts
Help prompts are visible messages that appear on the upper
oven display.
Before turning help prompts on/off, both ovens, the Minute Timer
and any lower oven Timed Cooking must be off.
To Turn Off/On: Press and hold the number pad “2” for
5 seconds. A tone will sound, and either “HELP OFF” or “HELP
ON” will flash on the upper oven display for 3 seconds. Repeat
for desired option.
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HIGH SPEED COOKING
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■ When roasting, meats and poultry will spatter. Plastic oven
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bags designed for conventional oven use can be used for
easier cleanup. Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
■ When using the crisper pan or convection grid, place them
directly on the turntable.
■ Select tender cuts of meat for optimal cooking results.
■ Arrange pieces of food in a single layer on the crisper pan or
baking dish.
A. Broil element
B. Convection element and fan
C. Dual microwave emission
High Speed Cooking uses the broil element, convection element
and fan and microwaves. All cycle on and off in intervals.
■ Bakeware and the interior oven surfaces, including the door,
will become hot.
■ Always use an instant read meat thermometer to determine
doneness of meat and poultry.
■ Use nonmetallic, ovenproof glass, ceramic or plastic
approved for conventional oven use.
■ Covers are not necessary unless recommended in recipe.
If recommended, use a casserole dish and its lid for optimal
results.
■ Do not use covers or containers made of foil, paper, waxed
paper or plastic not recommended for use in a conventional
oven.
To U se :
Before High Speed Cooking, put food in the oven and close the
door. Preheating is not necessary.
1. Press SPEED COOK.
2. Press the number pads to enter the food code from the chart.
If “WGT” or “QTY” appears on the upper oven display,
Press the number pads to enter the quantity or weight from
the chart or press 0 QUANTITY to increase the weight in
increments from the chart.
3. Press START/ADD A MINUTE or wait 5 seconds for oven to
turn on automatically.
The upper oven display will count down the cook time.
When the cycle ends, “End” will appear in the upper oven
display. If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then
reminder tones will sound every minute.
4. Press upper oven OFF/CANCEL or open the upper oven door
when finished to clear the upper oven display.
High Speed Cooking Chart
Preset cooking times have been determined, however individual tastes vary. If cooking results are not desirable after the cycle is over,
code number 69 will add 2 additional minutes of cook time. It can be used multiple times. Also, check the food a few minutes after the
cycle has ended, to help avoid overcooking.
FOOD CODE QUANTITY OR WEIGHT — INSTRUCTIONS
BISCUITS AND ROLLS
Biscuits, Large, Refrigerated 60 5 or 8. Arrange on crisper pan. Place on turntable.
Biscuits, Small, Refrigerated 59 6 or 12. Arrange on crisper pan. Place on turntable.
Cinnamon Rolls, Large, Refrigerated 62 No quantity entry required. Arrange on crisper pan. Place on turntable.
Cinnamon Rolls, Small, Refrigerated 61 5 or 8. Arrange on crisper pan. Place on turntable.
Orange Sweet Rolls, Refrigerated 63 No quantity entry required. Arrange on crisper pan. Place on turntable.
CASSEROLES
Casserole, Freshly Made 27 4-10 cups (1-2.5 L) in 1 cup (250 mL) increments. Place in casserole dish. Place
convection grid on turntable, then casserole dish on grid.
Entrée, Frozen 29 10-45 oz (283 g-1.3 kg) in 0.5 oz (14 g) increments. Loosen plastic film covering.
Place convection grid on turntable, then entrée on grid.
Lasagna, Freshly Made 28 No quantity entry required. Use recipe that makes about 8 cups (2 L) and an
11" x 7" (28 x 18 cm) baking dish. Place convection grid on turntable, then
baking dish on grid.
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