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User Guide
Microwave Hood Combination
MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY
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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.
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:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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 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.
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You will need your model and serial number located on the front facing of the microwave oven opening, behind the door.
W10545083A
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
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■ Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as
described in the 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.
■ 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 this microwave oven outdoors. Do not use the
microwave oven near water - for example, near a kitchen
sink, in a wet basement, 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.
■ See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Microwave
Oven Care” section.
■ 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.
■ 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
microwave oven for a short time before removing the
container.
– Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other
utensil into the container.
■ Do not mount over a sink.
■ Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave
oven when the microwave oven is in operation.
■ Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not
be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.
■ When flambéing foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
■ Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking
equipment.
■ Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of
36" (91.44 cm).
■ Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive
cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may
damage the filter.
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Electrical Requirements
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.
WARNING
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE 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.
This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.
OPERATING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Required:
■ A 120 volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20-amp electrical supply with a
fuse or circuit breaker.
Recommended:
■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker.
■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven.
Settings/Features
Clock
The Clock is a 12-hour (12:00-11:59) clock. Touch CLOCK, enter time,
then touch CLOCK or the Start control.
Timer
With the microwave oven in standby mode, touch the Timer control,
enter time, then touch the Timer control or the Start control. Cook
functions may be entered while the Timer is counting down. To cancel
timer, touch Timer control while the Timer countdown is active in the
display.
Control Lock
Activate to avoid unintended start. Touch and hold the Cancel control
for about 3 seconds until 2 tones sound and padlock icon appears in
the display. Repeat to unlock control.
Vent Fan
High (“SPd2”), low (“SPd1”) and off. Comes on automatically as cooling
fan during any cook function.
Vent Timer (on some models): Set vent fan to run for exactly
30 minutes, or to run for only 30 minutes more (off after 30 minutes).
The vent fan may be turned off at any time using the Vent Fan control.
Touch and hold number pad “4” for about 3 seconds, until a tone
sounds and the vent fan turns on.
To ne s
Programming tones and signals. Programming tones may be turned off,
or all tones (including end-of-function signals) may be turned off. To
turn off programming tones, touch and hold number pad “1” for about
3 seconds, until a confirmation tone sounds. Repeat to turn back on
programming tones. To turn off all tones, touch and hold number pad
“2” for about 3 seconds, until a confirmation tone sounds. Repeat to
turn back on all tones.
Demo Mode
Activate to practice using the control without actually turning on the
magnetron. Touch and hold number pad “3” for about 3 seconds, until a
confirmation tone sounds, and “DEMO” icon lights up in the display.
Repeat to deactivate.
Tur nt ab le
For best cooking results, do not operate the microwave oven without
having the turntable in place.
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Cookware and Dinnerware
Microwave-Safe
■ Browning dish (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
■ Ceramic glass, glass
■ China, earthenware (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
■ Melamine (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
■ Paper towels, paper plates, napkins (Use non-recycled paper.)
■ Plastic wraps, bags, covers, dinnerware, containers (Follow
manufacturer recommendations.)
■ Pottery and clay (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
■ Silicone bakeware (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
■ Wax paper
Do Not Use
■ Metal cookware and bakeware
■ Straw or wicker
■ Gold, silver or pewter
■ Non-approved meat thermometers, skewers
■ Twist ties
■ Foil liners, such as sandwich wrappers
■ Staples
■ Objects with gold or silver trim or with metallic glaze
To Test Cookware/Dinnerware: Place dish in microwave oven with 1 cup (250 mL) of water beside it. Program 1 minute of cook time at 100%. If
dish becomes hot and the water stays cool, do not use the dish in the microwave oven.
Microwave Oven Use
For list of preset programs, see the Cooking Guide label on the front facing of the microwave oven opening, behind the door.
Manual Cooking/Stage Cooking
Touch COOK TIME, touch number pads to enter time, touch
COOK POWER (if not 100%), touch number pads to enter power level
(10-90), then touch the Start control.
If programming additional stages, enter the cook time and cook power
of each before touching the Start control.
Preset Cooking
Touch COOK, enter number code of food item, enter quantity, then
touch the Start control.
Preset Reheating
Touch REHEAT, enter number code of food item, enter quantity if
needed, then touch the Start control.
Preset Defrosting
Unwrap food. Touch DEFROST, enter number code of food item, enter
weight, then touch the Start control.
Soften/Melt
Touch SOFTEN/MELT, enter number code of food item, enter quantity,
then touch the START control.
Popcorn
Touch POPCORN. Enter bag size in ounces: 3.0 or 3.5 (85 or 99 g),
then touch START control
Potato
Touch POTATO. Enter number of potatoes: 1, 2, 3 or 4, about 10 to
13 oz (283 to 367 g) each, then touch START control.
NOTE: Place fork-pierced potatoes around turntable edges, at least 1"
(2.5 cm) apart. Place a single potato to the side of the turntable (not in
the center).
Pizza (reheat)
Touch PIZZA. Enter number of slices: 1, 2 or 3, about 4 oz (113 g)
each, then touch START control.
General Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the
microwave oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning
products.
To avoid damage to the microwave oven caused by arcing due to soil
buildup, keep cavity, microwave inlet cover and area where the door
touches the frame clean.
Clean with mild soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge, or as indicated
below.
■ Grease filters: mild soap and water or dishwasher.
■ Door and exterior: mild soap and water, or glass cleaner applied
to paper towel.
■ Control panel: sponge or soft cloth and water.
■ Stainless steel (on some models): mild soap and water, then rinse
with clean water and dry with soft cloth, or use stainless steel
cleaner.
■ Turntable: mild soap and water or dishwasher.
Installing/Replacing Filters and Light Bulbs
■ Grease filters: Grease filters are on the underside of microwave
oven. Clean monthly. Slide the filter away from the tab area, and
drop out the filter. To reinstall, place end of the filter into the
opening opposite the tab area, swing up the other end, and slide it
toward the tab area.
■ Charcoal filter: The charcoal filter is behind the vent grille at the
top front of the microwave oven. The charcoal filter cannot be
cleaned, and should be replaced about every 6 months. Remove
two screws on the vent grille, tilt the grille forward, lift it out, and
remove filter. To reinstall, place the filter into its slotted area – wire
mesh side up, replace vent grille, and secure with screws.
■ Cooktop light: The cooktop light bulb is located on the underside
of the microwave oven, and is replaceable. Remove bulb cover
screws, and open the bulb cover. Replace bulb, close bulb cover,
and secure with screws.
■ Cavity light: The cavity light bulb is located behind the vent grille
at the top front of the microwave oven, under the bulb cover, and
is replaceable. Remove two screws on the vent grille, tilt the grille
forward, and lift it out. Remove bulb cover screw, open bulb cover
and replace bulb. Close bulb cover, and secure with screw.
Replace vent grille, and secure with screws.
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