Whirlpool YGH5184XP Use & Care Manual

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MICROWAVE HOOD

COMBINATION

Use & Care Guide

In Canada, for assistance, installation and service, call:

1-800-807-6777

or visit our website at

www.whirlpool.ca

ENSEMBLE FOUR À

MICRO-ONDES/HOTTE

Guide d’utilisation

et d’entretien

Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service composez le

1-800-807-6777

ou visitez notre site web à

www.whirlpool.ca

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Table of Contents/Table des matières ........2

Model/Modèle YGH5184XP

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY ...........................3

Electrical Requirements ...............................................................4

PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5

Microwave System – ACCUWAVE

Turntable ......................................................................................5

Cooking Rack...............................................................................6

MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL....................................................6

Display..........................................................................................6

Progress Bar.................................................................................6

Start..............................................................................................6

Add 30 Seconds Feature .............................................................7

Easy Minute Feature ....................................................................7

Cancel .......................................................................................... 7

Clock ............................................................................................7

Tones............................................................................................ 7

Timer.............................................................................................7

Control Lock.................................................................................7

Vent Fan .......................................................................................7

Cooktop Light...............................................................................7

Demo Mode..................................................................................8

MICROWAVE OVEN USE ..............................................................8

Food Characteristics....................................................................8

Cooking Guidelines......................................................................8

Cookware and Dinnerware ..........................................................9

Aluminum Foil and Metal .............................................................9

Microwave Cooking Power.......................................................... 9

Manual Cooking .........................................................................10

Cooking in Stages......................................................................10

Sensor Cooking..........................................................................10

6th SENSE™ System Cooking ..................................................10

Beverage ....................................................................................11

Preset Cooking...........................................................................11

Reheating ...................................................................................12

Defrosting...................................................................................12

Soften .........................................................................................13

Melt.............................................................................................13

Kids Menu ..................................................................................14

Warm Hold .................................................................................14

MICROWAVE OVEN CARE..........................................................15

General Cleaning........................................................................15

Replacing Filters.........................................................................16

Replacing Cooktop Light ...........................................................16

Replacing Microwave Oven Light..............................................16

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................17

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................18

Replacement Parts.....................................................................18

WARRANTY ..................................................................................19

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Technology.........................5

SÉCURITÉ DE L’ENSEMBLE FOUR À MICRO-ONDES/HOTTE....20

Spécifications électriques ..........................................................22

PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..............................................23

Système de micro-ondes – Technologie ACCUWAVE

Plateau rotatif .............................................................................23

Grille de cuisson.........................................................................24

TABLEAU DE COMMANDE DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES.......24

Affichage.....................................................................................24

Barre de progression..................................................................24

Start (mise en marche) ...............................................................25

Caractéristique Add 30 Seconds (ajouter 30 secondes)...........25

Caractéristique Easy Minute (minute facile)...............................25

Cancel (annulation).....................................................................25

Horloge .......................................................................................25

Signaux sonores.........................................................................25

Minuterie.....................................................................................26

Verrouillage des commandes.....................................................26

Ventilateur d'évacuation.............................................................26

Lampe de la table de cuisson....................................................26

Mode de démonstration.............................................................26

UTILISATION DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES...............................27

Caractéristiques des aliments....................................................27

Guide de cuisson........................................................................27

Ustensiles de cuisson et vaisselle..............................................28

Papier d’aluminium et métal.......................................................28

Puissance de cuisson pour micro-ondes ..................................29

Cuisson manuelle.......................................................................29

Cuisson par étapes ....................................................................29

Cuisson par détection................................................................30

Cuisson avec système 6th SENSE™.........................................30

Boisson.......................................................................................30

Cuisson préréglée ......................................................................31

Réchauffage ...............................................................................32

Décongélation ............................................................................33

Soften (ramollir) ..........................................................................34

Melt (faire fondre) .......................................................................34

Kids Menu (Menu enfants) .........................................................35

Warm Hold (garder au chaud)....................................................35

ENTRETIEN DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES .................................36

Nettoyage général ......................................................................36

Remplacement des filtres ..........................................................37

Remplacement de la lampe de la table de cuisson...................37

Remplacement de la lampe du four...........................................37

DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................38

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................39

Pièces de rechange....................................................................39

GARANTIE.....................................................................................40

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MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION 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:

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You
instructions.

follow

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

■

■

Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking
equipment.

■

Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of
36" (91.44 cm).

■

Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not
be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.

■

Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in
the “PAN BROWN” mode (on models with this feature).

■

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

■

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

■

When flambeing foods under the hood, turn the fan on.

Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive
cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may
damage the filter.

■

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 oven with metal
foil. This will cause overheating of the 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.

Electrical Requirements

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, 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 appliance.

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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.

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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.

A B C D E F

G H I J H K

A. Door lock system
B. Metal shielded window
C. Microwave inlet cover
D. Microwave oven light
E. Cooking rack

F. Vent grille

G. Model and serial number plate
H. Cooktop lights

I. Charcoal and grease filters

(shipped in microwave oven cavity)

J. Cooking guide label

K. Control panel

Parts and Features not shown:

Turntab le

Sensor Cooking

The microwave system features the 6th SENSE™ cooking
system. A humidity sensor in the microwave oven cavity detects
moisture and humidity emitted from food as it heats. The sensor
adjusts cooking times to various types and amounts of food.
Sensor cooking takes the guesswork out of microwave cooking.

Turntable

A

B
C

D

A. Turntable
B. Hub
C. Support
D. Shaft

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

Microwave System – ACCUWAVE® Technology

The microwave system delivers a constant stream of microwave
power – true high, medium and low power.

Typically, microwave ovens operate on HIGH power only. For
example, to achieve a 50% power level (“medium”) in a typical
microwave oven, the microwave oven operates 50% of the time
at HIGH power and 50% of the time OFF.

In contrast, microwave ovens utilizing this microwave system
deliver the selected power level continuously. This constant
stream of microwave power helps to minimize overcooking of
foods and messy food spatters.

To Install:

1. Remove tape from the hub.

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

3. Place the turntable on the support.

Fit the raised, curved lines in the center of the turntable
bottom between the three spokes of the hub. The rollers on
the support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge.

Turnin g Off the Tur ntable

The turntable can be turned off (except during an auto function).
This is helpful when cooking with plates that are larger than the
turntable or when cooking with two plates that are side by side.

To Tu rn Off : Touch TURNTABLE ON-OFF. A “turntable off” icon
will appear in the display. The turntable will turn back on
automatically when cooking is over or CANCEL is touched.

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Cooking Rack

The cooking rack is ideal for two-level cooking. It provides extra
cavity space for cooking 2 or more containers at the same time.
Insert the rack securely into the rack supports on the side walls of
the microwave oven. See “Assistance or Service” section to
reorder rack.

■ When not using the rack for cooking, remove it from the

microwave oven. Damage to the microwave oven could result
if someone unintentionally turns it on.

■ Rack will become hot. Always use oven mitts or pot holders

when handling.

MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL

■ Do not allow the rack to touch the inside cavity walls, ceiling

or floor.

■ Use the rack only when cooking on 2 levels.

■ Do not use metal cookware, utensils, or a browning dish with

the rack.

■ Do not let food container on rack touch the top or sides of the

microwave oven.

■ Remove rack before using Popcorn function.

■ Do not cook food directly on the rack. Always use a

microwave-safe container.

■ The rack is designed specifically for this microwave oven. Do

not attempt to use any other rack in this microwave oven.

■ To avoid damage to the microwave oven due to soil buildup,

clean rack supports often (see “General Cleaning” section).

Display

When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, a “:” will
blink in the display. Touch CANCEL to stop the blinking. If the “:”
blinks in the display at any other time, a power failure has
occurred. Touch CANCEL and reset the clock if needed.

If “RETRY” blinks in the display for 1 second, an invalid value has
been entered. Retry your entry.

When the microwave oven is in use, 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 or Timer
countdown.

Progress Bar

The progress bar is a visual picture of the estimated running time
of a cooking cycle. It will appear during all cook cycles except
Warm Hold. The lines in each of the segments will light from left
to right as the time nears the end. When all the lines in all
3 segments are lit, the cooking cycle is complete.

Start

The START control shares function with the Add 30 Seconds
feature. The START pad will start any function. If START is not
touched within 5 seconds after touching a pad, “START?” will
appear on the display as a reminder. If START is not touched
within 5 minutes after touching a pad, the display will return to
the time of day mode and the programmed function will be
canceled.

If non-sensor cooking is interrupted, touching the START will
resume the preset cycle. However, START will not resume an
interrupted sensor cycle.

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Add 30 Seconds Feature

Cook time may be added to a manual cook cycle by touching the
ADD 30 SEC. (START) pad. Touching ADD 30 SEC. during the
cycle will add 30 seconds of cook time at the current cook power.
Each additional touch adds 30 seconds of cook time.

The ADD 30 SEC. pad will also start the microwave oven at 100%
power for 30 seconds after the door is closed or CANCEL is
touched. Additional time may be added by touching
ADD 30 SEC.

Easy Minute Feature

The numerical pads 1-5 share function with the Easy Minute
controls. When one of these controls is touched (while no
function is operating), the microwave oven will begin cooking at
high power for 1-5 minutes, depending on which pad is touched.
After cooking begins, the Easy Minute controls return to their
normal numerical pad function.

Cancel

The CANCEL pad stops most functions except for the Timer,
Control Lock and Demo Mode.

The microwave oven will also turn off when the door is opened.
Close the door and touch START control to resume the cycle. A
sensor cooking cycle may not be resumed if interrupted by
opening the door.

Clock

This is a standard 12-hour clock (12:00-11:59) and does not
show a.m. or p.m.

To S et:

The microwave oven and timer must be off.

1. Touch CLOCK.

2. Touch the number pads to set the time of day.

3. Touch CLOCK or START.

To R emo ve :

1. Touch CLOCK.

2. Touch 0.

3. Touch CLOCK.

The time will disappear, and “:” will appear on the display.

To Turn Off Valid Entry Tones: Touch and hold the number pad
“1” for 5 seconds until 2 tones sound. Repeat to turn tones
back on.

To Turn Off All Tones (except end-of-Timer and hidden
feature signals): Touch and hold the number pad “2” for

5 seconds until 2 tones sound. Repeat to turn tones back on.

Timer

The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds, up to 99 minutes
99 seconds and counts down the set time.

NOTE: The Timer does not start or stop the microwave oven.
When the Timer is in use, the microwave oven can also operate.

To see the countdown for 5 seconds when the microwave oven is
in use, touch TIMER SET-OFF.

To S et:

1. Touch TIME R SET-O FF.

If no action is taken after 1 minute, the display will return to
the time of day mode.

2. Touch the number pads to set the length of time.

3. Touch TIMER SET-OFF or START.

If TIMER SET-OFF or START is not touched within 5 seconds,
“START?” will appear on the display. If TIMER SET-OFF or
START is not touched within 1 minute, the display will return
to the time of day mode and the programmed function will be
canceled.

When the set time ends, “END” will appear on the display and
1 tone will sound.

Touching CANCEL while a cook function is active in the
display will cancel the cook function, not the Timer.

4. Touch TIMER SET-OFF at any time to cancel the Timer.
The length of time can be changed during the countdown by

repeating the above steps.

Control Lock

The Control Lock shuts down the control panel pads to avoid
unintended use of the microwave oven. When the control is
locked, only the Vent Fan and Light pads will function.

To Lock/Unlock Control: The microwave oven and Timer must
be off. Touch and hold CANCEL for 5 seconds until 2 tones
sound and a lock icon appears in the display. Repeat to unlock
and remove the lock icon from display.

Tones

Tones are audible signals, indicating the following:

One tone

■ Valid entry (short tone)

■ End of Timer countdown (long tone)

Two tones

■ Reminder, repeat each minute after the end-of-cycle tones

■ End of stage in multistage cooking

■ Hidden feature has been entered or exited

Three tones

■ Invalid entry

Four tones

■ End of cycle

Vent Fan

The vent fan has 4 speeds ranging from 4 (fastest) to 1 (slowest).
Zero (0) is off.

To protect the microwave oven, if the temperature from the range
or cooktop below the microwave oven gets too hot, the vent fan
will automatically turn on at speed 4. It may stay on for up to
1 hour to cool the microwave oven. When this occurs, the vent
fan cannot be turned off.

To Turn Vent Fan On/Off: Repeatedly touch the VENT FAN
4 SPEEDS pad to cycle through the four speeds 4, 3, 2 and 1 and
off, 0. “FAN” and the selected number will appear on the display
for 2 seconds.

Cooktop Light

The cooktop light has 3 settings: on, night and off.
To Turn On/Night/Off: Touch the light pad repeatedly to cycle

through settings.

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Demo Mode

The Demo Mode is ideal for learning how to use the microwave
oven. When set, functions can be entered without actually turning
on the microwave generator (magnetron). The microwave oven
light will come on, the fan will run, and if on, the turntable will
rotate.

MICROWAVE OVEN USE

A magnetron in the 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.

■ Do not lean on or allow children to swing on the microwave

oven door.

■ Do not operate microwave oven when it is empty.

■ The turntable must be in place and correct side up when

microwave oven is in use. Do not use if turntable is chipped
or broken. See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder.

■ 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.

■ Do not use the microwave oven for canning, sterilizing or

deep frying.

■ 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. Cover
poached eggs and allow a standing time.

Food Characteristics

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.

To Tu rn On / Off : The microwave oven and Timer must be off.
Touch and hold TIMER SET-OFF for 5 seconds until 2 tones
sound and “d” appears in the display. Repeat to turn off and
remove “d” from the display.

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.

Cooking Guidelines

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.

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Cookware and Dinnerware

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,
Metal

See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” section.

■ Always use the turntable.

■ 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.

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,

Dinnerware,

Use nonrecycled and those approved by
the manufacturer for microwave oven use.

Napkins
Plastic: Wraps,

Bags, Covers,

Use those approved by the manufacturer

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

Styrofoam

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Do not use in microwave oven.
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.

Aluminum Foil and Metal

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

Microwave Cooking Power

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

100%, High
(default setting)

90% 9 Cooking small tender pieces of

80% 8 Heating rice, pasta or

70%,
Medium-High

60% 6 Cooking sensitive foods such as

50%, Medium 5 Cooking ham, whole poultry,

40% 4 Heating bread, rolls and

30%, Medium­Low, Defrost

NUMBER USE

10 Quick heating convenience

foods and foods with high water
content, such as soups,
beverages and most
vegetables.

meat, ground meat and poultry
pieces.

Heating cream soups.

casseroles.
Cooking and heating foods,

such as meat loaf, that need a
cook power lower than high.

7 Reheating a single serving of

food.
Cooking fish fillets.

cheese and egg dishes,
pudding and custards.

Cooking non-stirrable
casseroles, such as lasagna.

whole fish and pot roasts.
Simmering stews.

pastries.

3 Defrosting bread, fish, meats,

poultry and precooked foods.
Melting chocolate, butter and

marshmallows.

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:

■ Do not allow aluminum foil or metal to touch the inside cavity

walls, ceiling or floor.

†®STYROFOAM is a Registered Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company.

20% 2 Softening ice cream, butter and

cheese.

10%, Low 1 Taking chill out of fruit.

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Manual Cooking

To Us e:

1. Place food on the turntable, and close the door.

2. Touch COOK TIME, then enter a length of time to cook.

If cooking with 100% power, skip Step 3.

3. Touch COOK POWER, then enter the desired power level

using the appropriate number pad

or

Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to select the desired power
level. See “Microwave Cooking Power” chart.

4. Touch START.

The display will count down the cook time.
When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and

the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder
tones.

5. Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or

stop reminder tones.

The cook time and power may be changed at any time after
touching START by repeating the above steps.

Cooking in Stages

The microwave oven can be set to cook at different cooking
powers for various lengths of time, up to 3 stages.

Sensor cooking cannot be done in stages.

To Cook in Stages:

1. Place food on the turntable, and close the door.

2. Touch COOK TIME, then enter length of time to cook during

the first stage.
If cooking with 100% power, skip Step 3.

3. Touch COOK POWER, then enter the desired power level for

the first stage. See “Microwave Cooking Power” chart.

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the second and third stages.

5. Touch START.

The display will count down each of the cook times. A “1,”
“2” and “3” will appear on the display during their respective
stages.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and
the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder
tones.

6. Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or

stop reminder tones.

The cook time and cooking power of the cycling stage can be
changed after touching START control without interrupting
cooking.

To Change Cook Time: Touch COOK TIME. Use the number
pads to enter the new cook time. Touch START.

To Change Cooking Power: Touch COOK POWER. Use the
number pads to enter the new cooking power or repeatedly
touch COOK POWER. Touch START.

Sensor Cooking

A sensor in the microwave oven detects humidity released from
the food as it heats, and adjusts the cook time accordingly.

Many sensor cycles require the covering of foods. Microwave­safe containers or steamers with loose-fitting lids are
recommended. The loose-fitting lid allows enough steam to
escape to be detected by the sensor. When covering foods with
plastic wrap, be sure to leave a large enough vent opening to
allow the steam to escape.

NOTES:

■ The microwave oven should be plugged in for at least

3minutes.

■ The microwave oven cavity and the exterior of the cooking

container should be dry.

■ The room temperature should not exceed 95°F (35°C).

■ If the door is opened during a sensor cycle, sensing will stop

and the program will be canceled.

System Cooking

Use the following chart as a guide for the SENSOR pads.

FOOD SERVING SIZE INSTRUCTIONS

Popcorn* 3.5 oz (100 g)

Baked
Potatoes

Dinner
Plate

*Do not use regular paper bags or glassware. For bag sizes not

listed in this section, follow instructions on the package. Listen
for popping to slow to 1 pop every 1 or 2 seconds, then stop the
cycle. Do not try to pop unpopped kernels. Use fresh bags of
popcorn for optimal results. Cooking results may vary by brand
and fat content. If using a microwave popcorn popper, follow
manufacturer’s instructions.

3 oz (85 g)

1.2-1.75 oz (34-50 g)
1-4 medium,

10-13 oz (283-369 g)
each, similar in size

1 serving (1 plate),
8-16 oz (0.2-0.45 kg)

To Use the 6th SENSE™ System:

1. Place food on the turntable, and close the door.

2. Touch one of the SENSOR pads.

The microwave oven will automatically turn on when
POPCORN, BAKED POTATO or DINNER PLATE is touched.

The Progress Bar will show the approximate time remaining.
If more or less time is required (for BAKED POTATO and

DINNER PLATE only), touch COOK POWER after the
microwave oven starts to cook.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and
the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder
tones.

3. Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or

stop reminder tones.

Pop only 1 package at a
time.

Pierce each one several
times with a fork. Place on
turntable around edges, at
least 1" (2.5 cm) apart. At
the end of cooking, let
stand 5 minutes.

Place food on plate, cover
with plastic wrap and vent.

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Beverage

Beverages may be heated in the microwave oven by touching the
BEVERAGE pad. One or two 8-oz (250 mL) cups can be heated
automatically using this function.

To Us e B EV ER AG E:

1. Place beverage on the turntable, and close the door.

2. Touch BEVERAGE.

The display will show the setting for heating 1 cup.

3. Touch BEVERAGE a second time to heat 2 cups.

The microwave oven will start 5 seconds after the appropriate
number of cups to be heated is selected. The display will
count down the cook time.

If more or less time is required, touch COOK POWER before
the microwave oven starts to cook.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and
the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder
tones.

4. Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or

stop reminder tones.

Preset Cooking

Times and cooking power have been preset for certain
microwavable foods. Use the following chart as a guide.

FOOD PAD QUANTITY/INSTRUCTION

Canned
Vegetables

Fresh
Vegetables*

Frozen
Vegetables*

1 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/

Place in microwave-safe container.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent. Stir
and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking.

2 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/

Place in microwave-safe container. Add
2-4 tbs (30-60 mL) water. Cover with
plastic wrap and vent. Stir and let stand
2-3 minutes after cooking.

3 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/

Remove from package. Place in
microwave-safe container, and add
2-4 tbs (30-60 mL) water. Cover with
plastic wrap and vent. Stir and let stand
2-3 minutes after cooking.

FOOD PAD QUANTITY/INSTRUCTION

French Toast,
frozen

Bacon** 6 1-6 slices, average thickness/

Frozen
Entrée*

*Sensor function

**Differences in the amount of fat, meat, thickness, and curing

process affect results. Average is 16 slices per pound.

5 1-4 pieces/

Follow directions on the package.

Follow directions on the package.

7 10-20 oz (283-565 g)/

Remove from package. Loosen cover on
3 sides. If entrée is not in microwave­safe container, place on plate, cover with
plastic wrap and vent. Let stand
2-3 minutes after cooking.

To Use Preset Cooking:

1. Place food on the turntable, and close the door.

2. Touch COOK.

3. Touch number pad from chart

or

Touch COOK repeatedly to scroll through foods.

4. Touch number pads to enter quantity (for Canned Vegetables,

French Toast and Bacon only).
The sensor will determine quantities and cook times for Fresh

Vegetables, Frozen Vegetables, Rice and Frozen Entrée.
Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching COOK

POWER.

5. Touch START.

The display will count down the cook time.
When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and

the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder
tones.

6. Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or

stop reminder tones.

Rice* 4 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 or 2.0 cups

(125, 250, 375 or 500 mL) dry rice
(medium or long grain)/
Follow ingredient measurements on the
package. Place rice and liquid in
microwave-safe container. Cover with
loose-fitting lid. Let stand 5 minutes after
cooking, or until liquid is absorbed. Stir.

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Reheating

Times and cooking power have been preset for reheating specific
foods. Use the following chart as a guide.

FOOD PAD QUANTITY/INSTRUCTION

Two or More Plates

Two plates may be heated side by side, or 1 dish larger than the
turntable, plus 2 plates on the cooking rack. For best results,
halfway through heating, turn the plates (or larger dish) halfway
around, and switch plates between top and bottom (if heating
more than 2 plates). See “Cooking Rack” section.

Pizza Slice* 1 1-3 slices, 4 oz (113 g) each/

Casserole
(refrigerated)

Soup* 3 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/

Sauce* 4 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/

Baked Goods
(example: medium
muffin or bagel)

*Sensor function

**For smaller rolls, 2 rolls may be counted as 1 piece.

2 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/

5 1-6 pieces**, 2 oz (57 g) each/

Place on paper towel or paper plate.

Place in microwave-safe container,
and cover with plastic wrap. Stir and
let stand 2-3 minutes after reheating

Place in microwave-safe container.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent. Stir
and let stand 2-3 minutes after
reheating.

Place in microwave-safe container.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent. Stir
and let stand 2-3 minutes after
reheating.

Place on paper towel.

To Us e R eh ea t:

1. Place food on the turntable, and close the door.

2. Touch REHEAT.

3. Touch number pad from chart

or

Touch REHEAT repeatedly to scroll through foods.

4. Touch number pads to enter quantity for Casserole and

Baked Goods only.
The sensor will determine quantities for Pizza Slice, Soup and

Sauce.
Reheat time may be adjusted at this time by touching COOK

POWER.

5. Touch START.

The display will count down the reheat time.
When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and

the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder
tones.

6. Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or

stop reminder tones.

The turntable must be turned off while heating 2 bottom plates or
1 larger dish. See “Turntable” section.

To Reheat Manually: Follow instructions in “Manual Cooking”
section, and use 70% cooking power. See “Microwave Cooking
Power” chart.

Defrosting

The automatic Defrost control can be used or the microwave
oven can be manually set to defrost.

■ Food should be 0°F (-18°C) or colder at defrosting for optimal

results.

■ Unwrap foods and remove lids (for example, from fruit juice

containers) before defrosting.

■ Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than deep blocks.

■ Separate food pieces as soon as possible during or at the

end of cycle for more even defrosting.

■ Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such

as chicken wings, leg tips and fish tails. See “Aluminum Foil
and Metal” first.

The automatic Defrost control has 3 categories: Meat, Poultry
and Fish. It should not be used for food left outside the freezer
more than 20 minutes and frozen ready-made food. Use the
following chart as a guide.

MEAT

Beef: ground, steaks, roast,
stew

Lamb: stew and chops
Pork: chops, ribs, roasts,

sausage

POULTRY

Chicken: whole and cut up Place in microwave-safe
Cornish hens
Turk ey : breast

The narrow or fatty areas of
irregular shaped cuts should
be shielded with foil before
defrosting.

Do not defrost less than 1/4 lb
(113 g) or two 4 oz (113 g)
patties.

Place all meats in microwave­safe baking dish.

baking dish, chicken breast
side up.

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FISH

Fillets, Steaks, Whole,
Shellfish

Place in microwave-safe
baking dish.