Whirlpool YMH2175XS Use & Care Manual
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 se rvice composez le
1-800-807-6777
ou visitez notre site web à
www.whirlpool.ca
Table of Contents/Table des matières ........2
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Model/Modèle YMH2175XS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY ...........................3
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................4
PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5
Turntable ......................................................................................5
Cooking Rack...............................................................................5
MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL.................................................... 6
Display..........................................................................................6
Start.............................................................................................. 6
Cancel Off..................................................................................... 6
Add 30 Seconds........................................................................... 6
Clock ............................................................................................ 6
Tones............................................................................................7
Timer............................................................................................. 7
Control Lock.................................................................................7
Vent Fan .......................................................................................7
Cooktop Light............................................................................... 7
Demo Mode.................................................................................. 7
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 (or steps)......................................................10
Doneness ...................................................................................10
Quick Touch Cooking (sensor and non-sensor)........................ 10
Preset Cooking........................................................................... 12
Reheating ...................................................................................12
Defrosting................................................................................... 13
Warm Hold .................................................................................13
MICROWAVE OVEN CARE.......................................................... 14
General Cleaning........................................................................14
Replacing Filters......................................................................... 15
Replacing Cooktop Light ...........................................................15
Replacing Microwave Oven Light..............................................15
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................16
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................17
Replacement Parts.....................................................................17
WARRANTY ..................................................................................18
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
SÉCURITÉ DE L’ENSEMBLE FOUR À MICRO-ONDES/HOTTE....19
Spécifications électriques ..........................................................21
PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..............................................21
Plateau rotatif .............................................................................21
Grille de cuisson.........................................................................22
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES.......22
Affichage.....................................................................................22
Start (mise en marche) ...............................................................23
Cancel Off (annulation arrêt) ......................................................23
Add 30 Seconds (ajouter 30 secondes).....................................23
Horloge .......................................................................................23
Signaux sonores.........................................................................23
Minuterie.....................................................................................23
Control Lock (verrouillage des commandes) .............................24
Ventilateur d'évacuation.............................................................24
Lampe de la table de cuisson....................................................24
Mode de démonstration.............................................................24
UTILISATION DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES...............................24
Caractéristiques des aliments....................................................25
Guide de cuisson........................................................................25
Ustensiles de cuisson et vaisselle..............................................25
Papier d’aluminium et métal.......................................................26
Puissance de cuisson pour micro-ondes ..................................26
Cuisson manuelle.......................................................................26
Cuisson par étapes ....................................................................27
Degré de cuisson .......................................................................27
Cuisson Quick Touch (avec ou sans capteur) ...........................27
Cuisson préréglée ......................................................................29
Réchauffage ...............................................................................29
Décongélation ............................................................................30
Warm Hold (garde au chaud) .....................................................31
ENTRETIEN DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES .................................31
Nettoyage général ......................................................................31
Remplacement des filtres ..........................................................32
Remplacement de la lampe de la table de cuisson...................33
Remplacement de la lampe du four à micro-ondes..................33
DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................34
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................35
Pièces de rechange....................................................................35
GARANTIE.....................................................................................36
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MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
You
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric
shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:
■ Read all instructions before using the microwave oven.
■ Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY” found in this section.
■ The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect only
to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS” found in this section and in the
provided Installation Instructions.
■ Install or locate the microwave oven only in
accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.
■ Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and
sealed containers – for example, closed glass jars –
are able to explode and should not be heated in the
microwave oven.
■ 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.
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Electrical Requirements
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE 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.
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 Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■
For all cord connected appliances:
The microwave oven must be grounded. In the event of
an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric
current. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord
having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed
and grounded.
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can
result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified
electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are
not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether
the microwave oven is properly grounded.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is
too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install
an outlet near the microwave oven.
This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.
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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.
Turntable
The turntable can rotate in either direction to help cook food
more evenly. Do not operate the oven without having the
turntable in place. See “Assistance or Service” to reorder any of
the parts.
To Install:
1. Remove tape from the hub.
2. Place the support on the 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.
Tur ning Off the Turnta ble
The turntable can be turned off for manual cooking cycles only.
This is helpful when cooking with plates that are larger than the
turntable, or when cooking with 2 plates that are side by side.
To Tu r n Of f: 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 OFF is touched.
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.
■ 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).
A. Vent grille
B. Model and serial number plate
C. Charcoal filter (behind vent grille)
D. Cooking rack
E. Microwave oven ligh t
F. Door lock system
G. Metal shielded window
H. Cooking guide label
I. Grease filters
(shipped in oven cavity)
J. Cooktop light
K. Microwave inlet cover
L. Control panel
Parts and Features not shown
Tur nt ab le
A. Turntable
B. Hub
C. Support
A B C D E
F G H I J K L
A
B
C
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MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL
Display
When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, a “:” will
blink in the display. Touch CANCEL OFF to stop the blinking.
If the “:” blinks in the display at any other time, a power failure
has occurred. Touch CANCEL OFF and reset the clock if needed.
If an invalid value has been entered, the invalid entry tones will
sound, and the input prompt will reappear in the display. 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 (standby mode), the display shows the time of
day or Timer countdown.
The speed of the scrolling text may be adjusted, if necessary.
To Adjust Scroll Speed:
1. Touch and hold CLOCK for 3 seconds until 2 tones sound.
2. Touch number pad “1” for SLOW, “2” for NORMAL or “3” for
FAST.
3. Touch START to complete the adjustment.
The display language may be changed.
To Change Language:
1. Touch and hold number pad “0” for 3 seconds until 2 tones
sound.
2. Touch number pad “1” for ENGLISH or “2” for FRENCH.
3. Touch START to set the language.
Start
The START pad begins any function. If it is not touched within
5 seconds after touching a pad, “PRESS START” will scroll in the
display as a reminder. If START pad is not touched within
2 minutes after touching a pad, the display will return to the time
of day mode and the programmed function will be canceled.
If cooking is interrupted by opening the door, touching START will
resume the preset cycle.
Cancel Off
The CANCEL OFF pad stops most functions except for the
Control Lock and Demo Mode.
The microwave oven will also turn off when the door is opened.
Close the door and touch START to resume the cycle.
Add 30 Seconds
The ADD 30 SEC control automatically starts th e microwave oven
at 100% power for 30 seconds, and adds 30 seconds of cook
time, up to 10 minutes, with each additional touch of the control.
Touching ADD 30 SEC during a manual cook cycle will add
30 seconds of cook time at the current cook power.
Clock
This is a standard 12-hour clock (12:00-11:59) and does not
show a.m. or p.m.
To Set:
The microwave oven and timer must be off.
1. Tou ch C LO C K.
2. Touch the number pads to set the time of day.
3. Tou ch C LO C K or S TAR T.
To Remov e:
1. Tou ch C LO C K.
2. Touch 0.
3. Tou ch C LO C K.
The time will disappear, and “:” will appear on the display.
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Tones
Tones are audible signals, indicating the following:
One tone
■ Valid en tr y (shor t t on e)
■ End of timer countdown
Two tones
■ End of stage in multistage cooking
■ Control Lock active
■ Hidden feature has been entered or exited
■ Reminder, repeat each minute after the end-of-cycle tones
Three tones
■ Invalid entry
Four tones
■ End of cycle
To Turn Off/On Valid Entry Tones: With the microwave oven in
standby mode, touch and hold the number pad “1” for 3 seconds
until 2 tones sound. Touch and hold number pad “1” to turn tones
back on.
To Turn Off All Tones (except end-of-timer and hidden feature
tones): With the microwave oven in standby mode, touch and
hold the number pad “2” for 3 seconds until 2 tones sound.
Touch and hold number pad “2” to turn tones back on.
Timer
The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds, up to 90 minutes,
and counts down the set time.
NOTE: The Timer does not start or stop the microwave oven.
While the Timer is in use, the microwave oven can also operate.
To see the countdown for 10 seconds while the microwave oven
is in use, touch TIMER SET/OFF.
To Set:
1. Touch TIMER SET/OFF.
The TIMER icon will appear in the display.
“ENTER TIME IN MIN AND SEC” will scroll in the display. If no
action is taken after 2 minutes, 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.
When the set time ends, “END TIMER” will appear in the
display, and the end-of-timer tone will sound, followed by
reminder tones.
Remember, touching CANCEL OFF while a cook function is
active in the display will cancel the cook function, not the
Timer.
4. Touch TIMER SET/OFF or CANCEL OFF to cancel the Timer
when only the Timer is operating.
Touch TIMER SET/OFF when a cook function is also
operating to make the Timer countdown active in the display,
and then touch CANCEL OFF to cancel the Timer. The cook
function will continue to operate.
Control Lock
The Control Lock shuts down the control panel pads to prevent
unintended use of the microwave oven.
When the control is locked, only the Vent Fan and Light pads will
function. If any other control pad is touched, “LOCKED” will
appear in the display and the invalid entry tones will sound.
To Lock/Unlock Control: The microwave oven must be in
standby mode. Touch and hold CANCEL OFF for 3 seconds until
2 tones sound and a padlock icon appears in the display. Repeat
to unlock and remove the padlock icon from display.
Vent Fan
The vent (exhaust) fan has 3 speeds: high, medium and low.
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 high speed. It may stay on for up to
1 hour to cool the microwave oven. When this occurs, the vent
fan cannot be turned off. If the vent fan pad is touched during
automatic fan operation, “AUTO FAN IS ON, FAN SPEED WILL
REMAIN ON UNTIL HEAT IS NO LONGER SENSED” will scroll in
the display as a reminder.
The vent fan is also the cooling fan, and will start at low speed
when any non-sensor cooking function begins, or at medium
speed when any sensor cooking function begins. It will remain on
until the cooking function ends.
To Turn Vent Fan On/Off: Touch VENT FAN pad once for high,
twice for medium, 3 times for low or 4 times for off.
Cooktop Light
The cooktop light has 3 settings: high, low and off.
To Turn Light On/Off: Touch LIGHT pad once for high, twice for
low or 3 times for off.
Demo Mode
The Demo Mode is ideal for learning how to use the microwave
oven. When set, functions ca n be entered without actually turning
on the microwave generator (magnetron). The microwave oven
light will come on, the fan will run, and the turntable will rotate (if
set on).
The DEMO icon will appear in the display while the microwave
oven is off, and will flash during any function. After 5 minutes of
inactivity, a reminder message will scroll in the display when any
control pad is touched.
To Tu r n On /O ff: The microwave oven must be in standby mode.
Touch and hold the number pad “3” for 3 seconds until 2 tones
sound and the DEMO icon appears in the display. Repeat to turn
off and remove the DEMO icon from the display.
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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 tur ntable 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.
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.
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
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.
■ 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.
Microwave Cooking Power
Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking
power to use by percent or name. For example,
70%=Medium-High.
Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested
cooking power of specific foods.
MATERIAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Aluminum Foil,
Metal
See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” section.
Browning Dish Bottom must be at least 3/16" (5 mm)
above the turntable. Follow manufacturer’s
recommendations.
Ceramic Glass,
Glass
Acceptable for use.
China,
Earthenware
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Melamine Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Paper: Towels,
Dinnerware,
Napkins
Use nonrecycled and those approved by
the manufacturer for microwave oven use.
Plastic: Wraps,
Bags, Covers,
Dinnerware,
Containers
Use those approved by the manufacturer
for microwave oven use.
Pottery and Clay Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Silicone
Bakeware
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Straw, Wicker,
Wooden
Containers
Do not use in microwave oven.
Styrofoam
®†
Do not use in microwave oven.
Wax Paper Acceptable for use.
†®STYROFOAM is a Registered Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company.
PERCENT/NAME USE
100%, High
(default setting)
Quick heating convenience foods and
foods with high water content, such as
soups, beverages and most vegetables.
90% Cooking small, tender pieces of meat,
ground meat, poultry pieces and fish fillets.
Heating cream soups.
80% Heating rice, pasta or casseroles.
Cooking and heating foods that need a
cook power lower than high. For example,
whole fish and meat loaf.
70%,
Medium-High
Reheating a single serving of food.
60% Cooking sensitive foods such as cheese
and egg dishes, pudding and custards.
Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as
lasagna.
50%, Medium Cooking ham, whole poultry and pot
roasts.
Simmering stews.
40% Melting chocolate.
Heating bread, rolls and pastries.
30%, MediumLow, Defrost
Defrosting bread, fish, meats, poultry and
precooked foods.
20% Softening butter, cheese, and ice cream.
10%, Low Taking chill out of fruit.
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Manual Cooking
To Use:
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 OFF or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
The cook time and power may be changed after touching START
without interrupting cooking.
To Change Cook Time: Touch COOK TIME. The countdown will
freeze for a few seconds. Enter the new cook time and touch
START or wait a few seconds for the countdown to resume.
To Change Cook Power: Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to
scroll through the cook power levels. Touch START.
Cooking in Stages (or steps)
The microwave oven can be set for manual cooking at different
cooking powers for various lengths of time, up to 3 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 for 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. The
display will switch briefly to “STEP 1,” “STEP 2” or “STEP 3”
every 30 seconds 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 OFF or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
The cook time and cooking power of the operating stage can be
changed after touching START without interrupting cooking.
To Change Cook Time: Touch COOK TIME. The countdown will
freeze for a few seconds. Enter the new cook time and touch
START or wait a few seconds for the countdown to resume.
To Change Cook Power: Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to
scroll through the cook power levels. Touch START.
Doneness
Doneness may be adjusted to more done, less done, or back to
normal doneness (default) for all automatic cooking functions
except Popcorn. During programming, before touching START,
touch COOK TIME once for MORE, twice for LESS or 3 times for
NORMAL.
Quick Touch Cooking (sensor and non-sensor)
A sensor in the microwave oven detects humidity released from
the food and automatically sets a cooking time.
Before using, make sure the microwave oven has been plugged
in for at least 2 minutes, the room temperature is not above 95ºF
(35ºC) and the outside of the container and the microwave oven
cavity are dry.
POPCORN
The Popcorn program senses bag sizes 1.75-3.5 oz (50-99 g).
For bag sizes not listed in this section, follow directions on
package.
■ Pop only one package at a time.
■ Do not use regular paper bags or glassware.
■ 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.
■ If popcorn volume is less than expected, try placing a
microwave-safe dish upside down on the turntable, placing a
fresh popcorn bag on the dish, and then starting the cycle.
NOTE: The Popcorn times are programmed to run 15 seconds
longer than the actual pop time. During this 15-second period,
the magnetron is off, and the microwave oven is cooling. This
allows the microwave oven to pop another bag of popcorn
immediately following the cycle.
To Use Popcorn:
1. Place popcorn bag on the turntable and close the door.
2. Touch POPCORN
The cycle will start automatically. “SENSES 1.75-3.5 OZ” will
appear briefly in the display, followed by “SENSING” for the
remainder of the cycle. Estimated remaining pop time will not
be displayed.
Doneness cannot be adjusted for Popcorn.
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 OFF or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
BAKED POTATO
The Baked Potato program senses and bakes 1-4 medium
pieces/potatoes, about 10-13 oz (283-369 g) each.
■ Pierce each potato several times with a fork.
■ Place a single potato on the turntable, off to the side (not
centered). Place 2, 3 or 4 potatoes on the turntable around
the edges, about 1" (2.5 cm) apart.
■ Let potato(es) stand 5 minutes after baking.
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To Use Baked Potato:
1. Place potato(es) on the turntable and close the door.
2. Touch BAKED POTATO.
The cycle will start automatically. “SENSES 1-4 PIECES” will
appear briefly in the display, followed by “SENSING.” When
sensing is almost completed, the MAX TIME icon and
estimated remaining cook time will appear in the display for a
moment, and then will be replaced by the TIME icon and
actual remaining cook time.
Doneness may be adjusted during the first 20 seconds of the
cycle by touching COOK TIME.
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 OFF or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
FRESH VEG/FROZEN VEG
The Fresh Vegetable and Frozen Vegetable programs sense and
cook 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L) vegetables.
■ Remove frozen vegetables from package.
■ Place in microwave-safe container.
■ Add water:
2-4 tbs (30-60 mL) to 1 cup (250 mL) vegetables;
1/3 cup (80 mL) to 2-3 cups (500-750 mL) vegetables;
1/2 cup (125 mL) to 3-4 cups (750 mL-1 L) vegetables.
■ Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
■ Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking.
To Use Fresh Veg/Frozen Veg:
1. Place food on the turntable and close the door.
2. Touch FRESH VEG or FROZEN VEG.
The cycle will start automatically. “SENSES 1-4 CUPS” will
appear briefly in the display, followed by “SENSING.” When
sensing is almost completed, the MAX TIME icon and
estimated remaining cook time will appear in the display for a
moment, and then will be replaced by the TIME icon and
actual remaining cook time.
Doneness may be adjusted during the first 20 seconds of the
cycle by touching COOK TIME.
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 OFF or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
FROZEN ENTREE (sensor and non-sensor)
The Frozen Entree program cooks 10 or 20 oz (283 or 567 g)
entrées as a sensor function, or cooks 40 or 60 oz (1.1 or 1.7 kg)
entrées as a non-sensor function.
■ Remove from package. Loosen cover on 3 sides. If entrée is
not in microwave-safe container, place on plate, cover with
plastic wrap and vent.
■ For 10- or 20-oz (283 or 567 g) entrée, let stand 2-3 minutes
after cooking.
■ For 40- or 60-oz (1.1 or 1.7 kg) entrée, remove film halfway
through cycle. Let stand 5 minutes after cooking.
To Use Frozen Entree:
1. Place entrée on the turntable and close the door.
2. Touch FROZEN ENTREE.
“ENTER 10 OR 20 OR 40 OR 60 OZ” will scroll across the
display.
3. Enter the entrée size in ounces.
Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching COOK
TIME.
4. Tou ch S TAR T.
For 10- or 20-oz (283 or 567 g) entrées, the cycle will start
automatically, and “SENSING” will appear in the display.
When sensing is almost completed, the MAX TIME icon and
estimated remaining cook time will appear in the display for a
moment, and then will be replaced by the TIME icon and
actual remaining cook time.
For 40- or 60-oz (1.1 or 1.7 kg) entrées (non-sensor), 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 OFF or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
BEVERAGE (non-sensor)
The Beverage program heats one or two 8-oz (250 mL) cups as a
non-sensor function.
■ Do not cover.
■ The diameter of the cup’s opening will affect how the liquid
heats. Beverages in cups with smaller openings may heat
faster.
To Use B e v erag e:
1. Place beverage on the turntable and close the door.
2. Touch BEVERAGE.
“ENTER 1 OR 2 CUPS” will scroll across the display.
3. Enter the amount.
Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching COOK
TIME.
4. Tou ch S TAR T.
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 OFF or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
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