Whirlpool YGSC308PJQ0, YGSC278PJQ0, GSC308PJQ4, GSC308PJT05, GSC308PJS2 Use & Care Manual

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parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.

In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-461-5681, for installation

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Table of Contents ......................................... 2

Models GSC278 YGSC278

GSC308 YGSC308

TABLEOF CONTENTS

MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY ........................................................ 3

Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 5

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

Grids ............................................................................................. 6

Crisper Pan and Handle ............................................................... 6

ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL ................................................... 6

Displays ........................................................................................ 7

Add Minute, Start ......................................................................... 7

Off/Cancel .................................................................................... 7

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

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

Fahrenheit and Celsius ................................................................. 8

Timer ............................................................................................. 8

Control Lock ................................................................................. 8

Number Codes ............................................................................. 8

Help Prompts ............................................................................... 8

HIGH SPEED COOKING ................................................................ 8

MICROWAVE OVEN USE ............................................................ 13

Food Characteristics .................................................................. 13

Cooking Guidelines .................................................................... 13

Cookware and Dinnerware ........................................................ 14

Aluminum Foil and Metal ........................................................... 14

Cooking Power ........................................................................... 14

Cooking ...................................................................................... 15

Cooking in Stages ...................................................................... 15

Crisper Pan Frying ...................................................................... 15

Reheating ................................................................................... 16

Defrost ........................................................................................ 16

Popcorn ...................................................................................... 17

Keeping Food Warm .................................................................. 18

Crisp ........................................................................................... 18

Broil ............................................................................................ 18

Convection Cooking ................................................................... 19

OVEN CARE .................................................................................. 22

General Cleaning ........................................................................ 22

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 22

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ......................................................... 23

In the U.S.A ................................................................................ 23

In Canada ................................................................................... 23

WARRANTY .................................................................................. 24

MICROWAVEOVENSAFETY

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 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.

mMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS

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

WARNmNG: To reduce the risk of burns, electric

shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive

microwave energy:

- Read all instructions before using the microwave
oven,

- Read and follow the specific "PRECAUTIONS TO
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE

MICROWAVE ENERGY" found in this section,
The microwave oven must be grounded, Connect

only to properly grounded outlet, See "GROUNDING
iNSTRUCTiONS" found in this section,

- Install or locate the microwave oven only in accord°
ance with the provided Installation instructions,

- Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and
sealed containers - for example, closed glass jars -

may explode and should not be heated in the
microwave oven,

Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as
described in this manual, Do not use corrosive

chemicals or vapors in the microwave oven, This
type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook,

or dry food, it is not designed for industrial or lab=
oratory use,

mOversized 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.

Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer's

recommended accessories, in this oven when not in

use_

Do not operate the microwave oven if it has a dam-

aged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it

has been damaged or dropped.

Do not deep fry in oven. Microwavable utensils are
not suitable and it is difficult to maintain appropriate

deep frying temperatures.

Do not use paper products when appliance is

operated in the "PAN BROWN" mode.
Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with

metal foil. This wiii cause overheating of the oven.

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

The microwave oven should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel, Contact nearest auth-

orized service company for examination, repair, or
adjustment,

- Do not cover or block any openings on the

microwave oven,

SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not store the microwave oven outdoors, Do not - Remove wire twist-ties from paper or pUastic bags
use this product near water - for exampb, near a

kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swim°
ming pool and the Hke.

• See door surface cbaning instructions in the "Oven
Care" section.

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

- Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the micro-
wave oven if paper, plastic, or other combustible

materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate
cooking.

before placing bags in oven,

- if materials inside the oven should ignite, keep
oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the

power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit
breaker panel,

- Do not use the cavity for storage purposes, Do not

leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in

the cavity when not in use,

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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

(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door

open since open-door operation can result in
harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is

important not to defeat or tamper with the
safety interlocks.

(b) Do not place any object between the oven front

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

(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is

particularly important that the oven door close
properly and that there is no damage to the:

(1) Door (bent),
(2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),

(3) Door seals and sealing surfaces.

(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by

anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

The microwave oven is connected to a 110-volt side of the 240-

volt circuit required for the lower oven. If the incoming voltage to

the microwave oven is less than 110 volts cooking times may be

longer. Have a qualified electrician check your electrical system.

GROUND(NG (NSTRUCT(ONS

mFor 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.

WARN(NG: 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.

-, For a permanently connected appliance:
This appliance must be connected to a grounded,
metallic, permanent wiring system, or an equipment
grounding conductor should be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the equipment
grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.

SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS

PARTSANDFFATURES

This manual covers different models. The oven you have
purchased may have some or all of the parts and features listed.
The location and appearance of the features shown here may not
match your model.

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!. Light (inaccessible, in ceiling)

2. Convection Element and Fan
(hidden behind back panel)

3. Turntable

4. Turntable Support
(under turntable)

5. Metal Shielded Window

6. Door Handle

7. Lower Oven (on combination
models, see separate Use and

Care Guide)

8. Oven Control

9. Door Safety Lock System

10. Broil Element (hidden in
ceiling)

11. Dual Microwave Emission

12. Cooking Guide Labels

Parts and Features not shown
Broiling Grid

Convection Grid
Crisper Pan and Handle

This unit must be connected
to a 240-volt circuit.

• Gridswillbecomehot.Alwaysuseovenmittsorpotholders
whenhandling.

• Neverallowthegridstotouchtheinsidecavitywalls,ceiling
orfloor.

• Alwaysusetheturntable.

• Neveruseanothermetalobjectwiththegrids.

• Twolevelcookingisnotrecommended.

• See"AssistanceorService"sectiontoreorder.

Broiling Grid (long legs}

The broiling grid places food close to the broil element, making it

ideal for fast browning of small amounts of food. Use for Broiling
only.

Convection Grid (short legs)

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The crisper pan is ideal for rapidly browning and crisping the
bottom of the food, such as cookies and pizza.

The material coating the bottom absorbs microwaves and
transfers the heat to the pan and food. The crisper pan reaches
436°F (210°C) in approximately 3 minutes, at which time it stops
absorbing microwaves and holds this optimal frying temperature.

• The crisper pan will become hot. Always use the handle and
oven mitts or pot holders when handling.

• Never allow the crisper pan or handle to touch the inside
cavity walls, ceiling or floor.

• Always use the turntable.

• Never use another metal object with the crisper pan.

• The crisper pan is designed specifically for this oven. Do not
use it in any other oven.

• Use only wooden or plastic cooking utensils to help prevent
scratches.

• See "Assistance or Service" section to reorder.

The convection grid provides optimal heat circulation for High

Speed Cooking and Convection Cooking.

ELECTRONICOVENCONTROL

SELF.CLEANING OVEN

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1. Lower Oven Display

2. Number Pads

3. Upper Oven Display

4. Clock

5. Timer

6. Lower Oven Selectors
(see separate Use and Care Guide)

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8. Lower Oven Light

9. Microwave Popcorn

10. Microwave Cooking Power

11. Microwave Reheating
!2. Broiling

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13.Microwave Defrosting

14.Crisping
!5. Convection Cooking

16.High Speed Cooking

17. Upper Oven Off/Cancel
!8. Upper OvenStart and Add Minute

When power is first supplied to the appliance, everything on both
displays will light up for 5 seconds. Then, "PF id = 27" or "PF id =
30" will appear on the lower oven display. Touch OFF/CANCEL to
clear display.

Any other time "PF id = 27" or "PF id = 30" appears, a power
failure occurred. Touch OFF/CANCEL and reset the clock if

needed.

Lower Oven Display

When the lower oven is in use, this display shows the lower oven

temperature, heat source(s) and start time.

During lower oven Timed Cooking, this display also shows a
vertical bar and minute time countdown and the stop time (if
entered).

If "Err" appears on the display, an invalid pad was touched.

Touch OFF/CANCEL and retry your entry.

When the lower oven is not in use, this display is blank.

Upper Oven Display

When the upper oven is in use, this display shows the upper oven
heat source(s), cooking power, quantities, weights and/or help
prompts.

If "RETRY" flashes on the display for one second, an invalid pad
was touched. Retry your entry.

When the upper oven is not in use, this display shows the time of
day or Timer countdown.

Starting

The ADD MINUTE START pad begins any upper oven function

except the Timer. If not touched within 5 seconds after touching a
pad, "START?" will appear on the upper oven display as a
reminder. If not touched within 5 minutes after touching a pad,

the oven display will return to the time of day mode and the

programmed function will be canceled. If cooking is interrupted,

touching ADD MINUTE START will resume the preset cycle.

Adding Minutes

During High Speed Cooking, Crisping and Broiling, touching ADD
MINUTE START while the oven is operating will add cook time in

one minute increments.
During Microwave Cooking, touching ADD MINUTE START while

the oven is operating, or at the end of a cycle, will add cook time

at 100% cook power in one minute increments.
During Convection Cooking, touching ADD MINUTE START will

not add minutes.

The upper oven OFF/CANCEL pad stops any upper oven
function except for the Clock, Timer and Control Lock.

The oven will also turn off when the door is opened. When the

door is opened, the element(s) and fan will turn off, but the upper
oven light will remain on. Close the door and touch ADD MINUTE
START to resume the cycle.

This is a 12-hour clock and does not show a.m. or p.m.

To Set:

Before setting, make sure the ovens, Timer and Timed Cooking
are off.

1. Touch CLOCK.

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

3. Touch CLOCK, START/ENTER or ADD MINUTE START.
To remove the time of day from the display: Touch and hold

CLOCK for 5 seconds.
To return the time of day to the display: Touch CLOCK. The

time should not have to be reset.

Tones are audible signals, indicating the following:

One tone

• Valid pad touch

• Oven is preheated

• Function has been entered

Three tones

• Invalidpadtouch

Four tones

• End-of-cycle

• Reminder, repeating each minute after the end-of-cycle tones

All Tones

All of the above tones are preset on, but can be turned off.
To Turn Off/On: Touch and hold STOP TIME for 5 seconds. A

tone will sound and "Snd oFF" will appear on the lower oven
display for 3 seconds. Repeat to change back to "Snd on."

Tone Volume

The volume is preset at high, but can be changed to low.
To Change: Touch and hold the number pad "7" for 5 seconds. A

tone will sound and "Snd Lo" will appear on the lower oven
display for 3 seconds. Repeat to change back to "Snd HI."

REMINDER TONES

The Timer and Timed Cooking reminder tones are preset on, but
can be turned off. Reminder tones do not include end-of-cycle

tones. If "All Tones" have been turned off, the reminder tones
cannot be independently turned on.

Timer
To Turn Tones Off/On: Touch and hold TIMER SET until a tone

sounds. Repeat to turn back on.

Timed Cooking
To Turn Tones Off/On: Touch and hold COOK TIME until a tone

sounds and the lower oven display returns to inactive mode
(blank). Repeat to turn back on.

ThetemperatureispresetatFahrenheit,butcanbechangedto

Celsius.

ToChange:TouchandholdCUSTOMBROILfor5seconds.A
tonewillsoundand"C"willappearonthedisplay.Repeatto

changebacktoFahrenheit.Toremove,touchUPPEROFF,
LOWEROFForOFF/CANCEL.

TheTimercanbesetinminutesandsecondsorhoursand

minutes,andcountsdownthesettime.TheTimerdoesnotstart
orstoptheoven.

ToSet:

1. TouchTIMERSET.
TouchagaintoswitchbetweenMIN/SECandHR/MIN.

Ifnoactionistakenafteroneminute,theupperovendisplay
willreturntothetimeofdaymode.

2.

3.

Touch the number pads to set length of time.
Touch TIMER SET or ADD MINUTE START.

If not touched within 5 seconds, the display will return to the
time of day mode and the programmed function will be

canceled.
When the set time ends, if enabled, end-of-cycle tones will

sound, then reminder tones will sound every minute.

4.

Touch TIMER OFF anytime to cancel the Timer and/or stop
reminder tones.

Remember, touching the Off/Cancel pads will turn the
respective oven off.

The time can be reset during the countdown by repeating the
above steps.

The Control Lock shuts down the control panel pads to prevent

unintended use of the ovens.
When the control is locked, only the CLOCK, TIMER SET and

TIMER OFF pads will function.
The Control Lock is preset unlocked, but can be locked.
To Lock/Unlock Control: Before locking, make sure the ovens,

Timer and Timed Cooking are off. Touch and hold START/ENTER

until 3 tones sound and "CONTROL LOCK" and a picture of a
lock appear on the lower oven display, about 3 seconds. Repeat

to unlock and remove "CONTROL LOCK" from display.

The oven is preset with shortcut number codes for High Speed

and Microwave Cooking. A number code includes one or more of

the following; cooking power, cook time and food quantity or

weight. See the code charts in the "High Speed Cooking,"
"Reheating," "Defrosting" and "Popcorn" sections for additional

information.

Help prompts are visible messages that appear on the upper
oven display on combination oven models or the display on
single oven models. Only Crisping and Broiling help prompts can

be turned off.
Before turning help prompts on/off, the oven(s), Timer and, on

combination oven models, the lower oven Timed Cooking must
be off.

To Turn Off/On: Touch and hold the number pad "2" for 5
seconds. Atone will sound and either "HELP OFF" or "HELP ON"

will flash on the upper oven display on combination oven models
or the display on single oven models for 3 seconds. Repeat for
desired option.

HIGHSPEEDCOOKING

High Speed Cooking uses the broil element, convection element
and fan and microwaves. All cycle on and off in intervals.

• Bakeware and the interior oven surfaces, including the door,
will become hot.

• Always use an instant read meat thermometer to determine
doneness of meat and poultry.

• Use non-metallic, oven proof glass, ceramic or plastic
approved for conventional oven use.

• Covers are not necessary unless recommended in recipe.
If recommended, use a casserole dish and its lid for optimal

results.

• Do not use covers or containers made of foil, paper, waxed
paper or plastic not recommended for use in a conventional

oven.

• When roasting, meats and poultry will spatter. Plastic oven
bags designed for conventional oven use can be used for
easier cleanup. Follow manufacturer's recommendations.

• When using the crisper pan or convection grid, place them
directly on the turntable.

• Select tender cuts of meat for optimal cooking results.

• Arrange pieces of food in a single layer on the crisper pan or
baking dish.