Whirlpool MT6901XW, MT6120XY, MT69OOXW User Manual

Use & Care Guide

Modd and serial number plate (on frame behind door)

Control

- panel

NOTE: Black model shown. Also available in white.

MT69OOXW MT6901XW MT6120XY

MICROWAVE OVENS

Contents

important Precautions To Avoid Poaeibb Exposure To Exceuive Getting

Microwave

Control Quick

Using Your Microwave Oven ......................... 10

Microwave Setting Using the Using Cooking with your microwave oven Cooking Cooking Using Auto cook chart Using Auto defrost

Cooking with more than one cook cycle.. One-touch cooking Using Using Using

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Installing your microwave Grounding

Caring For Your Microwave Oven

Cleaning

How Your Operating Cooking

Reheating Microwave

Questions If You Need Service Or Asairtance Whirlpool Microwave Oven Warranty

Safety inatructbnr ........................ .3

Microwave Energy

Acquainted..

oven

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features

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panel features ....................................

reference cooking

guide..

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oven controls.. ............................. 10

the clock ............................................ 11

Minute Timer

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STOP/CLEAR .....................................

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at high cook power..

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at lower cook powers ..................... .13

AUTO COOK .....................................

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AUTO DEFROST ...............................

chart

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ADD MINUTE..

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PAUSE ...............................................

AUTO START ....................................

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Safety Precaution. ...................... .26

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Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance.

Pieaee complete and mail the Owner Registra-

tion Card provided with this product. Then

complete the form below. Have this information

ready if you need service or call with a question.

l Copy model and serial numbers from plate

(behind the microwave oven door on the frame) and purchase date from sales slip.

l Keep this book and the sales slip together in a

handy place.

Serial Number

Purchase

Service Company Phone Number Fill out and return the Microwave Registration

Card included with your microwave oven. If

Date

the card is missing, please send the model and serial number of your microwave oven, with your name and address to . . .

Whirlpool Corporation Microwave Registration Department Administrative Center

2000

M-63

Benton Harbor, Ml 49022

This information will help us reach you if there is ever a need to pass along information about your microwave oven.

(B 1993 Whirlpool Corporation

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Microwave ovens have been thoroughly teeted for l efe end eff kient operation. However, as with any eppiiance, there are special Inetaiiatbn and safety precautbne which must be followed to ensure safe and retiefactory operation and prevent damage to the unit.

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, exposure to exceeeive microwave energy, or damage when using the

microwave oven, follow bask precautions, including the following:

b Read all instructions before using the mkro-

wave oven.

m Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS

TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO

EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found

on page 4.

l This appliance must be grounded. Connect

l Do not let cord hang over edge of table or

counter.

l See door surface and interior cleaning instruc-

tions on page 26.

l To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

- Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic, or other combus-

only to properly grounded outlet. See tible materials are placed inside the oven to “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on

facilitate cooking. Paper can char or burn, and

page 25. some plastics can melt if used when heating

l Install or locate this appliance only in accor-

dance with the provided Installation Instruc-

tions found on page 24.

l Some products such as whole eggs and

foods.

-Do not deep fry in oven.

-Test dinnerware or cookware before using.

See page 31. Some dishes (melamine, some

sealed containers-for example, closed glass ceramic dinnenrvare. etc.) absorb microwave jars-may explode and should not be heated in this oven.

. Use this appliance only for its intended use as

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

type of oven is specifically designed to heat,

cook, or dry food. It is not designed for

industrial or laboratory use.

l As with any appliance, close supervision is

necessary when used by children.

l Do not operate this appliance if it has a

damaged cord or plug, lf it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. Electrical shock, fire or other

hazards may result.

l This appliance should be serviced only by

qualified service personnel. Call an authorized

Whirlpools” service company for examination,

repair or adjustment.

Do not cover or block any opening on the

appliance. Fire may result.

l Do not store or use this appliance 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.

l Do not immerse cord or plug in water. l Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

energy, becoming too hot to handle and slowing cooking times. Cooking in metal containers not designed for microwave use can damage the oven, as can containers with

hidden metal (twist-ties, foil lining, staples, metallic glaze or trim).

- Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.

- lf 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.

-Do not mount over a sink.

-Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance when appliance is in operation.

l Read and follow “Operating Safety Precautions”

starting on page 26.

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are

available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.

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3. If a long cord or extension cord is used temporarily, (a) the marked electrical rating

of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, (b) the extension cord must be a grounding-type, 3-wire cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on

the appliance, and (c) the 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.

4. A qualified electrician must install a properly grounded and polarized 3-prong receptacle near the appliance.

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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY.. .

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.

not

face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealina surfaces.

Do 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.

place any object between the oven front

not

operate the oven if it is damaged. It is

Do not operate the microwave oven if the door window is broken.

The microwave oven should be checked for microwave leakage by qualified service personnel after a repair is made.

The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

Do not operate the microwave oven with the outer cabinet removed.

Getting Acquainted

Microwave oven features

Your microwave oven is designed to make your cooking experience as enjoyable and productive as possible. To help get you up and running quickly, the following is a list of the oven’s basic features:

1. One-Touch Door Open Button.

door.

2. Door Safety Lock System.

operate unless the door is securely closed.

3. Window with Metal Shield.

microwaves from escaping. It is designed as a screen to allow you to view food as it cooks.

4. Glass Turntable.

it cooks for more even cooking. It must be in oven during operation for best cooking results. See pages 26 and 30 for more details.

5. Removable Turntable Support

(under turntable).

This turntable turns food as

Push to open

The oven will not

Shield prevents

6. Auto Defrost and Auto Cook Guide.

7. Control Panel.

perform all functions. See pages 6 and 7 for more details.

6. Light.

9. Model and Serial Number Plate.

10. External Oven Air Vents

Automatically turns on when door is

opened or when oven is operating.

page 24 for more details,

Touch pads on this panel to

(on back). See

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Control panel features

Your microwave oven control panel lets you select the desired cooking function quickly and easily. All you have to do is touch the necessary Command Pad. The following is a list of all the Command and Number Pads located on the control panel. For more information, see pages

10-23.

1. Display.

This display includes clock and indicators to tell you time of day, cooking time settings and cooking functions selected. See page 10 for more information.

POPCORN.

Touch this pad when popping popcorn in your microwave oven. The oven will automaticallv heat for a preset time at a preset cook power. See page 20 for more information.

ADD MINUTE.

extra minute, at

Touch this pad to add an

100%

Cook Power, to your cooking cycle. See page 21 for more information.

BEVERAGE.

Touch this pad when heating a beverage in your microwave oven. The oven will automatically heat for a preset time at a preset cook power. See page 20 for more information.

MNNER PLATE.

Touch this pad when heating a plate of food in your microwave oven. The oven will automatically heat for a preset time at a preset cook power. See page

for more information.

AUTO START/CLOCK

Touch this pad to enter the correct time of day or to program your oven to begin cooking automatically at a designated time later in the day. See pages

11 and

for more information.

AUTO

COOK Touch this pad to cook common microwave-prepared foods without needing to program times or cook powers. See page

AUTO DEFROST.

for more information.

Touch this pad followed by Number Pads to thaw frozen food before cooking. See page

Number Pads.

for more information.

Touch Number Pads to enter cooking times, Cook Powers, quantities or weights.

TIMER/PAUSE.

10.

Touch this pad to set the Minute Timer or to stop the oven between cooking stages. See pages 11 and 22 for more information.

STOP/CLEAR.

11.

Touch this pad once to erase an incorrect command, cancel the Minute Timer or stop the oven temporarily during cooking. Touch it twice to cancel a program during cooking or to clear the Display. See page

for more information.

12. POWER LEVEL.

Touch this pad followed by

a Number Pad to set the amount of micro-

wave energy released to cook the food. The

higher the number, the higher the power or

“cooking speed.” See page 13 for more

information. See the “Microwave cooking chart” on page 33 for specific Cook Powers

Audible signals

Audible signals are available to guide you when

setting and using your oven. A programming tone will sound each time you touch a pad. A single, long tone signals the end of a cooking or

Minute Timer function.

If you do not hear a tone,

it is because of incorrectly entered instructions.

to use for the foods you are cooking.

13. START.

Touch this pad after setting a

function on the microwave oven to start the

function. If you open the door before the oven begins to cook, retouch START.

Quick reference cooking guide

Your microwave oven gives you a wide range of cooking capabilities. The following chart can be used as a quick reference when cooking. For more in-depth information, sea the corresponding sections in this Use and Care Guide.

lf you want to . . . Set the clock

Setting the clock to the correct time of day lets you set start times with the Auto Start feature. The microwave clock also provides an accurate source of time for your kitchen.

Use the Minute Timer

The Minute Timer lets you time any cooking activities in your kiichen.

Cook at high power

High power cooking is perfect for quick cooking of small items and separate portions.

Cook at lower powers

Cooking at lower powers is necessary for efficient cooking of most foods. Failure to use the correct Cook Power may result in overcooking or undercooking.

You . . .

1. Touch STOP/CLEAR.

2. Touch AUTO START/CLOCK.

3. Enter the correct time of day by touching the necessary Number

Pads.

4. Touch AUTO START/CLOCK again.

1. Touch Number Pads to enter the desired time.

2. Touch TIMEWPAUSE.

3. To clear the Minute Timer, touch STOP/CLEAR.

1. Put food in the oven and close the door.

2. Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want.

3. Touch START.

1. Put food in the oven and close the door.

2. Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want.

3. Touch POWER LEVEL.

4. Touch a Number Pad for the Cook

Power you want.

5. Touch START.

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If you want to . . . Cook with AUTO COOK

Cooking with AUTO COOK lets you cook common microwave-prepared foods without needing to program times and Cook Powers.

Defrost automatically

Your microwave oven automatically defrosts a

variety of common meats at preset Cook Powers for

preset times.

You . . .

1. Put food in the oven and close the door.

2. Touch AUTO COOK.

3. Select an Auto Cook setting. (See settings listed by the AUTO COOK Command Pad.) Touch the Number

Pad that corresponds to the type of

food being cooked.

4. Touch a Number Pad to enter the quantity of food being cooked. See chart on page 15.

5. Touch START.

1. Put food in the oven and close the door.

Touch AUTO DEFROST.

3. Enter the desired Auto Defrost setting by touching the correct Number Pad.

(See settings listed by the AUTO DEFROST Command Pad.)

4. Touch Number Pads for the weight of the item to be defrosted. See chart on

page 17.

5. Touch START.

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Cook with more than one

1. Put food in the oven and close the

cook cycle door. Cooking with two or three

cycles lets you cook at different Cook Powers, one after another. Using this function, you are able to fine-tune your cooking for

2. Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want.

3. Touch POWER LEVEL twice for 100%

Cook Power, or POWER LEVEL

followed by a Number Pad for a lower

Cook Power in the first cycle.

better results. 4. Touch TIMER/PAUSE if a pause is

desired.

5. Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want in the second cycle.

6. Touch POWER LEVEL and a Number

Pad for the Cook Power you want in

the second cycle.

7. Touch START.

Operate one-touch cooking

1. Put food or beverage in the oven and

close the door.

One-Touch Cooking allows 2. Touch the One-Touch Cooking you to pop popcorn, heat a Command Pad of your choice. beverage or warm up a dinner plate by touching just one pad.

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Add a minute to your cooking

Touching ADD MINUTE lets

1. Make sure food is in the oven

and the

door closed.

2. Touch ADD MINUTE.

you cook for a minute at

100% Cook Power.

Pause during cooking

Touching PAUSE allows you

1. Put food in oven and close the door.

to stop the oven between 2. Touch the desired Number cooking cycles to stir, turn Pads for the cooking time food over or add ingredients you want for the first cycle. during the cooking process.

3. Touch POWER LEVEL twice for 100% Cook

Power or once followed by a Number Pad for a lower Cook Power.

4. Touch TIMER/PAUSE.

5. Enter programming for the second cooking cycle.

6. Touch START.

Start cooking automatically at a later time

The Auto Start feature is a handy way to start cooking a meal whenever you want, even when you are not there.

1. Put food in oven and close

the door.

2. Touch Number Pads to enter the desired start time.

3. Touch AUTO START/ CLOCK.

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4. Touch Number Pads to enter the amount of cooking time you want.

5. Touch POWER LEVEL.

6. Touch the Number Pad for the Cook Power you want.

7. Touch START.

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Using Your Microwave Oven

Microwave oven controls

There are three parts in the control section:

- Display/Clock and Indicators

-Command Pads

-Number Pads Instructions for each control are covered on the following pages. Read them carefully.

When you first plug in the oven, the Display will flash V&88”. Touch STOP/CLEAR and will appear. If, after you set the Clock (page 1 l),

the Display again shows all B’s, it means your electricity was off for a while. Reset the Clock

Display/clock and indicators

When you are not using the microwave oven, this is an accurate clock.

When you are using the microwave oven, it displays time settings, cook powers, and Indicators.

Command pads

l Touch Command Pads to tell the microwave

oven what to do and in what order. A few examples:

-CLOCK tells the oven you are going to set the clock.

-START tells the oven to start.

l Each Command Pad (except START, STOP/

CLEAR, AUTO START/CLOCK and TIMER/

PAUSE) causes an Indicator to light when you touch the Command Pad. While the oven is running, an Indicator (or Indicators) will be on to show what the oven is doing.

l If you touch two instructions into the same

cycle, the second set of instructions will cancel the first.

"1 :OO"

Number pads

Once you’ve touched a Command Pad to tell the oven what you want it to do, you’ll touch Number Pads to tell it . . .

-a time,

-a Cook Power.

Display messages

Messages will appear on the display to guide you with your cooking. If you attempt to enter unacceptable instructions, “ERROR” will appear on the Display. Touch STOP/CLEAR and re-enter the instructions.

Setting the clock

When the oven is first plugged in, the Display flashes “88:88”. If the electric power ever goes off, the Display will again flash all 8’s when the power comes back on.

You can cook without setting the clock, but the Display will not show the correct time of day after cooking. To set the correct time of day, follow these steps:

Touch STOP/CLEAR and the Display will show “1 :OO”. Then touch AUTO STARTI CLOCK and the Display will show a “0”.

2. Touch Number Pads for the correct time of

day. The Display will show what numbers you touched example shows 25 minutes after 3 o’clock.

3. Touch AUTO START/CLOCK. The Clock is set.

such as 12:65, “ERROR” will show on the Display. Touch STOP/CLEAR, then touch

AUTO START/CLOCK and start over.

NOTE:

CLOCK. A”0” will show on the Display. Continue

to set the clock as shown above.

in the order you touched them.

If you have touched in an incorrect time,

To LBSB the clock, touch AUTO START/

This

Using the Minute Timer

Your microwave oven can be used as a kitchen timer. Use the Minute Timer for timing up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.

Touch Number Pads for the minutes and seconds you want. The Display will show the numbers you touched

touched them.

minutes.

2. Touch TIMER/PAUSE. The Display will count down to show you how much time is left. During the countdown the oven will be dark and the fan will be off.

3. When the set time ends, a long tone will sound. The Display will then show the time of day.

NOTES:

l lo see the time of day while the Minute Timer is

counting down, touch AUTO START/CLOCK.

l If you want to use other Command Pads while

the Minute Timer is counting down, touch STOP/CLEAR to cancel the Minute Timer.

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