Whirlpool WMC1070XS, WMC1070XQ, WMC1070XB Owner's Manual

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MICROWAVE OVEN

Use&CareGuide

For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.

In Canada, call: 1-800-807-6777

or visit our website at...

www.whirlpool.com or www.whirlpool.ca

FOUR À MICRO-ONDES

Guided’utilisationetd’entretien

Au Canada, composez le 1-800-253-1301.

ou visitez notre site web à www.whirlpool.ca

Table of Contents/Table des matières ........

Model WMC1070

W10334428B

TABLE OF CONTENTS
MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY........................................................	3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................	4
Unpacking ....................................................................................	4
Location Requirements................................................................	4
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................	5
PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................	5
Turntable ......................................................................................	5
MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL....................................................	6
Display..........................................................................................	6
Start ..............................................................................................	6
Cancel ..........................................................................................	6
Add A Minute................................................................................	6
Clock ............................................................................................	6
Timer.............................................................................................	6
Tones............................................................................................	7
Control Lock.................................................................................	7
MICROWAVE OVEN USE ..............................................................	7
Food Characteristics....................................................................	7
Cooking Guidelines......................................................................	7
Cookware and Dinnerware ..........................................................	8
Aluminum Foil and Metal .............................................................	8
Microwave Cooking Power..........................................................	8
Manual Cooking ...........................................................................	9
Preset Cooking.............................................................................	9
Defrost..........................................................................................	9
MICROWAVE OVEN CARE..........................................................	10
General Cleaning........................................................................	10
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................	10
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................	11
In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................	11
In Canada ...................................................................................	11
Replacement Parts.....................................................................	11
WARRANTY ..................................................................................	12

TABLE DES MATIÈRES
SÉCURITÉ DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES....................................	13
INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION.............................................	15
Déballage....................................................................................	15
Exigences d'emplacement.........................................................	15
Spécifications électriques ..........................................................	15
PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..............................................	16
Plateau rotatif .............................................................................	16
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES .......	16
Affichage.....................................................................................	17
Start (mise en marche) ...............................................................	17
Cancel (annulation).....................................................................	17
Add A Minute (ajouter une minute) ............................................	17
Horloge .......................................................................................	17
Minuterie.....................................................................................	17
Signaux sonores.........................................................................	17
Verrouillage des commandes.....................................................	17
UTILISATION DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES ...............................	18
Caractéristiques des aliments....................................................	18
Guide de cuisson........................................................................	18
Ustensiles de cuisson et vaisselle..............................................	18
Papier d’aluminium et métal.......................................................	19
Puissance de cuisson des micro-ondes....................................	19
Cuisson manuelle .......................................................................	20
Cuisson Préréglée ......................................................................	20
Décongélation ............................................................................	21
ENTRETIEN DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES .................................	21
Nettoyage général ......................................................................	21
DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................	22
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................	23
Au Canada..................................................................................	23
Pièces de rechange....................................................................	23
GARANTIE.....................................................................................	23

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:

DANGER

WARNING

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

■Read all instructions before using the microwave oven.

■Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found in this section.

■The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found in this section and in the provided Installation Instructions.

■Install or locate the microwave oven only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.

■Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and sealed containers – for example, closed glass jars – are able to explode and should not be heated in the microwave oven.

■Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in the microwave oven. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

■As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.

■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.

■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.

■Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be inserted in the microwave oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.

■Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY 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 use paper products when appliance is operated in convection, combination, grill or “PAN BROWN” mode (on models with such features).

■Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories, in this microwave oven when not in use.

■Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven when the microwave oven is in operation.

■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, or near a swimming pool, or similar locations.

■Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

■Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

■Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

■Do not mount over a sink.

■Do not cover racks or any other part of the microwave oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the microwave oven.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a)Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.

(b)Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

(c)Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:

(1)Door (bent),

(2)Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),

(3)Door seals and sealing surfaces.

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

This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Unpacking

1.Empty the microwave oven of any packing materials.

2.Clean the inside with a soft, damp cloth.

3.Check for damage, such as:

■a door that is not lined up correctly

■damage around the door, or

■dents on the interior or exterior of the microwave oven.

If there is any damage, do not operate the microwave oven until a designated service technician has checked it and made any needed repairs.

LocationRequirements

■Place the microwave oven on a cart, counter, table or shelf that is strong enough to hold the microwave oven and the food and utensils you place inside it.

■The microwave oven should be at a temperature above 50°F (10°C) for proper operation.

■Do not block the exhaust vents or air intake openings. Allow a few inches of space at the back and side of the microwave oven where the exhaust vents are located. Blocking the exhaust vents could cause damage to the microwave oven, as well as poor cooking results.

■Make sure the microwave oven legs are in place to ensure proper airflow. If vents are blocked, a sensitive thermal device may automatically turn the microwave oven off. The microwave oven should work properly once it has cooled.

ElectricalRequirements

WARNING

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.

Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Required:

■A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15or 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.

PARTS AND FEATURES

This manual may cover several different models. The model you have purchased may have some or all of the features shown here. The appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from the illustrations in this manual.

F	G
A. Door lock system	E. Control panel
B. Window	F. Removable turntable support
C. Model and serial number plate	G. Glass turntable

D.Microwave oven light (not shown)

Turntable

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.

SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS

A.Turntable

B.Support

The turntable can rotate in either direction to help cook food more evenly. For best cooking results, do not operate the microwave oven without having the turntable in place. See “Assistance or Service” to reorder any of the parts.

To Install:

1.Place the support on the microwave oven cavity bottom.

2.Place the turntable on the support.

MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL

ENTER TIMER CODE AMT COOK TIME

OFF

CLOCK LB DEF MEM OZ LOCK

Display

When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, “:” will appear in the display. If the “:” appears in the display at any other time, a power failure has occurred. Reset the clock if needed.

While the microwave oven is being programmed, the display shows cooking power, quantities, weights and/or prompts. When the microwave oven is not in use, the display shows the time of day (if the Clock is set) or Timer countdown.

Start

The START pad begins any function. If cooking is interrupted, touching START will resume the preset cycle.

NOTE: To avoid unintentional operation of the microwave oven, a cooking function cannot be started if the microwave oven door has been closed for about 5 minutes or more. “DOOR” will appear in the display until the door is opened and closed.

Cancel

The CANCEL pad clears any incorrect command and cancels any program during cooking. It will not erase the time of day.

The microwave oven will also turn off when the door is opened. Close the door and touch START to resume the cycle.

AddAMinute

The ADD A MINUTE pad starts the microwave oven for 1 minute at 100% power. More cook time may be added in 1-minute increments by touching ADD A MINUTE repeatedly.

The Add A Minute function may be used only when no other function is operating.

Clock

This is a standard 12-hour clock (12:00-11:59).

To Set:

The microwave oven must be off.

1.Touch CLOCK.

2.Touch number pads to enter correct time of day.

3.Touch CLOCK.

Timer

NOTE: The Timer does not start or stop the microwave oven.

Cook functions may be used while the Timer is counting down. When the cook function is active in the display, touch TIMER to see the Timer count down for 5 seconds.

To Set:

1.Touch TIMER.

2.Touch number pads to enter desired time.

3.Touch START.

When the set time ends, the end-of-Timer tone will sound.

4.While the Timer countdown is active in the display, touch CANCEL to cancel the Timer.

If a cook function countdown is active in the display, touch TIMER to show the Timer countdown, then touch CANCEL to cancel the Timer. Touching CANCEL while a cook function countdown is active in the display will cancel the cook function, not the Timer.

The time can be reset during the countdown by canceling Timer, then repeating the above steps.

Tones

Tones are audible signals that can be turned off.

To Turn Off/On All Tones: Touch and hold POWER LEVEL for

5 seconds, until “Off” appears in the display. Repeat to turn tones back on (“On” will appear in the display).

These tones indicate the following:

One tone

■Valid entry

■End of Timer (long tone)

Two tones

■End of stage in multistage cooking

■Control Lock active (short tones)

Three tones

■End of cycle

Five tones

■During Defrost cycle, reminder to check, turn, rearrange, or separate food

ControlLock

The Control Lock disables the control panel pads to avoid unintended use of the microwave oven.

To Lock/Unlock Control: The microwave oven must be off. Touch and hold CANCEL for 5 seconds until the tones sound and the LOCK icon and “LoC” appear in the display. Repeat to unlock and clear the display (2 tones will sound).

If any cook function control is touched while the Control Lock is active, “LoC” will appear briefly in the display and 2 tones will sound.

MICROWAVE OVEN USE

A magnetron in the microwave oven produces microwaves which reflect off the metal floor, walls and ceiling and pass through the turntable and appropriate cookware to the food. Microwaves are attracted to and absorbed by fat, sugar and water molecules in the food, causing them to move, producing friction and heat which cooks the food.

■To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not lean on or allow children to swing on the microwave oven door.

■To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not operate microwave oven when it is empty.

■Baby bottles and baby food jars should not be heated in microwave oven.

■Clothes, flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, gourds, paper, including brown paper bags and newspaper, should not be dried in microwave oven.

■Paraffin wax will not melt in the microwave oven because it does not absorb microwaves.

■Use oven mitts or pot holders when removing containers from microwave oven.

■Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the recommended cook time, potatoes should be slightly firm. Let potatoes stand for 5 minutes. They will finish cooking while standing.

■Do not cook or reheat whole eggs inside the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to burst, requiring significant cleanup of microwave oven cavity. Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time.

FoodCharacteristics

When microwave cooking, the amount, size and shape, starting temperature, composition and density of the food affect cooking results.

Amount of Food

The more food heated at once, the longer the cook time needed. Check for doneness and add small increments of time if necessary.

Size and Shape

Smaller pieces of food will cook more quickly than larger pieces, and uniformly shaped foods cook more evenly than irregularly shaped food.

Starting Temperature

Room temperature foods will heat faster than refrigerated foods, and refrigerated foods will heat faster than frozen foods.

Composition and Density

Foods high in fat and sugar will reach a higher temperature, and will heat faster than other foods. Heavy, dense foods, such as meat and potatoes, require a longer cook time than the same size of a light, porous food, such as cake.

CookingGuidelines

Covering

Covering food helps retain moisture, shorten cook time and reduce spattering. Use the lid supplied with cookware. If a lid is not available, wax paper, paper towels or plastic wrap approved for microwave ovens may be used. Plastic wrap should be turned back at one corner to provide an opening to vent steam. Condensation on the door and cavity surfaces is normal during heavy cooking.

Stirring and Turning

Stirring and turning redistribute heat evenly to avoid overcooking the outer edges of food. Stir from outside to center. If possible, turn food over from bottom to top.

Arranging

If heating irregularly shaped or different sized foods, arrange the thinner parts and smaller sized items toward the center. If cooking several items of the same size and shape, place them in a ring pattern, leaving the center of the ring empty.

Piercing

Before heating, use a fork or small knife to pierce or prick foods that have a skin or membrane, such as potatoes, egg yolks, chicken livers, hot dogs, and sausage. Prick in several places to allow steam to vent.

Shielding

Use small, flat pieces of aluminum foil to shield the thin pieces of irregularly shaped foods, bones and foods such as chicken wings, leg tips and fish tail. See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” first.

Standing Time

Food will continue to cook by the natural conduction of heat even after the microwave cooking cycle ends. The length of standing time depends on the volume and density of the food.

CookwareandDinnerware

Cookware and dinnerware must fit on the turntable. Always use oven mitts or pot holders when handling because any dish may become hot from heat transferred from the food. Do not use cookware and dinnerware with gold or silver trim. Use the following chart as a guide, then test before using.

MATERIAL	RECOMMENDATIONS
Aluminum Foil,	See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” section.
Metal

Browning Dish	Bottom must be at least 3/16" (5 mm)
	above the turntable. Follow manufacturer’s
	recommendations.

Ceramic Glass,	Acceptable for use.
Glass

China,	Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Earthenware

Melamine	Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.

Paper: Towels,	Use nonrecycled and those approved by
Dinnerware,	the manufacturer for microwave oven use.
Napkins

Plastic: Wraps,	Use those approved by the manufacturer
Bags, Covers,	for microwave oven use.
Dinnerware,
Containers

Pottery and Clay	Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.

Silicone	Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Bakeware

Straw, Wicker,	Do not use in microwave oven.
Wooden
Containers

Wax Paper	Acceptable for use.

To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for Microwave Use:

1.Place cookware or dinnerware in microwave oven with 1 cup (250 mL) of water beside it.

2.Cook at 100% cooking power for 1 minute.

Do not use cookware or dinnerware if it becomes hot and the water stays cool.

AluminumFoilandMetal

Always use oven mitts or pot holders when removing dishes from the microwave oven.

Aluminum foil and some metal can be used in the microwave oven. If not used properly, arcing (a blue flash of light) can occur and cause damage to the microwave oven.

OK for Use

Racks and bakeware supplied with the microwave oven (on some models), aluminum foil for shielding, and approved meat thermometers may be used with the following guidelines:

■To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not allow aluminum foil or metal to touch the inside cavity walls, ceiling or floor.

■Always use the turntable.

■To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not allow contact with another metal object during microwave cooking.

Do Not Use

Metal cookware and bakeware, gold, silver, pewter, nonapproved meat thermometers, skewers, twist ties, foil liners such as sandwich wrappers, staples and objects with gold or silver trim or a metallic glaze should not be used in the microwave oven.

MicrowaveCookingPower

Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking power to use by percent, name or number. For example, 70%=7=Medium-High.

Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested cooking power of specific foods.

PERCENT/NAME	NUMBER	USE
100%, High	10	Quick heating convenience
(default setting)		foods and foods with high
		water content, such as soups,
		beverages and most
		vegetables.

90%	9	Cooking small, tender pieces
		of meat, ground meat, poultry
		pieces and fish fillets.
		Heating cream soups.

80%	8	Heating rice, pasta or stirrable
		casseroles.
		Cooking and heating foods
		that need a cook power lower
		than high. For example, whole
		fish and meat loaf.

70%,	7	Reheating a single serving of
Medium-High		food.

60%	6	Cooking sensitive foods such
		as cheese and egg dishes,
		pudding and custards.
		Cooking non-stirrable
		casseroles, such as lasagna.

50%, Medium	5	Cooking ham, whole poultry
		and pot roasts.
		Simmering stews.

40%	4	Melting chocolate.
		Heating bread, rolls and
		pastries.

30%, Medium-	3	Defrosting bread, fish, meats,
Low, Defrost		poultry and precooked foods.

20%	2	Softening butter, cheese, and
		ice cream.

10%, Low	1	Taking chill out of fruit.

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