Whirlpool Microwave Development GH7208Y User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY.....................................................................................3

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS.......................................................3

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY ...........................4

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

PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................6

Microwave Oven Cavity Coating..................................................6

Ultra Heatwave Technology™ .....................................................6

Grill Element .................................................................................6

Convection Element and Fan.......................................................7

Turntable.......................................................................................7

ACCESSORIES ...............................................................................8

Steamer Vessel.............................................................................8

Browning Pan and Handle ...........................................................8

Grill Rack ......................................................................................8

Convection Rack ..........................................................................8

MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL....................................................9

Control Panel................................................................................9

Interactive Touch Display.............................................................9

Main Menu................................................................................. 10

Settings & Info ........................................................................... 11

Clock.......................................................................................... 12

Date ........................................................................................... 12

Demo Mode............................................................................... 12

Display Backlight....................................................................... 12

Display Contrast ........................................................................ 12

Learning Mode........................................................................... 12

Tones ......................................................................................... 13

Start ........................................................................................... 13

Stop ........................................................................................... 13

Clear........................................................................................... 13

Timer.......................................................................................... 13

Control Lock .............................................................................. 14

Vent Fan and Cooktop Lights ................................................... 14

Cooking Animation .................................................................... 14

Progress Bar.............................................................................. 14

MICROWAVE OVEN USE............................................................ 15

Food Characteristics ................................................................. 15

Cooking Guidelines ................................................................... 15

Cookware and Dinnerware........................................................ 15

Aluminum Foil and Metal........................................................... 16

Microwave Cooking Power ....................................................... 16

MANUAL COOKING .................................................................... 17

Add a Minute ............................................................................. 17

MWO Time/Power Cooking ...................................................... 17

Convect Time/Temp Cooking ................................................... 17

Manual Method Cooking........................................................... 18

Cooking in Stages (or steps) ..................................................... 18

Raising (Proofing) Bread............................................................ 19

Warm Hold................................................................................. 19

PROGRAMMED COOKING......................................................... 20

Convection Cooking.................................................................. 20

Combination Cooking................................................................ 20

Sensor Cooking ......................................................................... 20

Preheating.................................................................................. 20

Doneness................................................................................... 20

Popcorn Sensor......................................................................... 21

Using Food Type ....................................................................... 21

Using Cook Method .................................................................. 21

Reheat........................................................................................ 21

Defrost ....................................................................................... 22

Cook........................................................................................... 22

Bake........................................................................................... 22

Boil & Simmer ............................................................................ 23

Browning Pan ............................................................................ 23

Grill............................................................................................. 24

Melt ............................................................................................ 24

Roast.......................................................................................... 24

Soften......................................................................................... 24

Steam Cook............................................................................... 25

Favorites Menu .......................................................................... 25

Food Type Chart........................................................................ 26

Cook Method Chart................................................................... 28

MICROWAVE OVEN CARE ......................................................... 32

General Cleaning ....................................................................... 32

Replacing Filters ........................................................................ 33

Replacing Cooktop Light........................................................... 33

Replacing Microwave Oven Light ............................................. 34

Replacement Parts .................................................................... 34

TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................. 35

SERVICE NUMBERS ...............................................BACK COVER

KENMORE ELITE®

APPLIANCE WARRANTY

Model number __ __ __. __________________________________________

Serial number___________________________________________________

Purchase date __________________________________________________

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME repair.

FIVE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON THE MAGNETRON

For five years from the date of purchase, when this speed cook oven is installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, Sears will replace the magnetron free of charge due to defective materials or workmanship.

If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

THIS WARRANTY COVERS ONLY DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP. SEARS WILL NOT PAY FOR:

1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use,

including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.

2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product

installation, operation or maintenance.

3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.

4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed,

operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product.

5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident,

abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.

6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of

detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.

7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from

unauthorized modifications made to this product.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States and Canada.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Sears Canada Inc.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

to arrange for free

PRODUCT RECORD

Record your complete model number, serial number, and purchase date. You can find this information on the model and serial number label located on the product.

Have this information available to help you obtain assistance or service more quickly whenever you contact Sears concerning your appliance.

Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference.

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

Master Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. You r ne w Kenmore dependable operation. But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time. That’s when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation.

The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product. Here’s what the Agreement* includes:

✔ Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating

✔ Expert service by a force of more than 10,000 authorized

✔ Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as often as

✔ “No-lemon” guarantee – replacement of your covered

✔ Product replacement if your covered product can’t be fixed.

✔ Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request – no

✔ Fast help by phone – we call it Rapid Resolution – phone

✔ Power surge protection against electrical damage due to

✔ $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage

✔ Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes

✔ 10% discount off the regular price of any non-covered repair

Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment online.

The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase. If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty period, we will provide a full refund. Or, a prorated refund anytime after the product warranty period expires. Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information in the U.S.A. call 1-800-827-6655.

Sears Installation Service

For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME

product is designed and manufactured for years of

properly under normal use, not just defects. Our coverage goes well beyond the product warranty. No deductibles, no functional failure excluded from coverage— real protection.

Sears service technicians, which means someone you can trust will be working on your product.

you want us, whenever you want us.

product if four or more product failures occur within twelve months.

extra charge.

support from a Sears representative on all products. Think of us as a “talking owner’s manual.”

power fluctuations.

that is the result of mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator or freezer.

longer than promised.

service and related installed parts.

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.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric

shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

■ Read all instructions before using the microwave oven.

■ Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO

AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found in this section.

■ The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect only

to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found in this section and in the provided Installation Instructions.

■ Install or locate the microwave oven only in

accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.

■ Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and

sealed containers – for example, closed glass jars – are able to explode and should not be heated in the microwave oven.

■ Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as

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

■ As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary

when used by children.

■ Do not operate the microwave oven if it has a

damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

■ The microwave oven should be serviced only by

qualified service personnel. Call an authorized service company for examination, repair, or adjustment.

■ See door surface cleaning instructions in the

“Microwave Oven Care” section.

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

– Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the microwave oven

when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.

– Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before

placing bags in oven.

– If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn

oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

– Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave

paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.

■ Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated

beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.

To reduce the risk of injury to persons: – Do not overheat the liquid. – Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it. – Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. – After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave

oven for a short time before removing the container.

– Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into

the container.

■ Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be

inserted in the microwave oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.

■ Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the

pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

■ 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

convection, combination, grill or “PAN BROWN” mode (on models with such features).

■ Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s

recommended accessories, in this 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.

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 microwave oven.

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.

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. Microwave oven door B. Window C. Control panel D. Lights and Vent Fan buttons E. Halogen cooktop lights (2)

F. Exhaust vent (for recirculation) (top

surface of microwave oven) G. Intake vent H. Door handle

I. Interactive touch display

Microwave Oven Cavity Coating

The microwave oven has a durable, nonstick coating that resists soil buildup by making cleaning easier than in conventional microwave ovens. See “General Cleaning” section for cleaning instructions.

Ultra Heatwave Technology™

The microwave system uses ULTRA HEATWAVE TECHNOLOGY™, which 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.

K L M N

H O P Q

J. Grease and charcoal filters (2 each)

K. Convection element and fan (behind

screen)

L. Grill element

M. Microwave oven light

N. Microwave inlet cover O. Door lock system P. Model and serial number plate Q. Turntable

Sensor Cooking

The microwave system with ULTRA HEATWAVE TECHNOLOGY™ features sensor cooking functions. 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.

Grill Element

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

A. Halogen bulb B. Quartz bulb

The microwave oven uses a 1,000-watt halogen bulb with a 500-watt quartz bulb to serve as the grill element for various cooking functions.

When the element is in use, the halogen bulb glows very brightly, while the glow of the quartz bulb is barely – if at all – visible. (See “Troubleshooting” for quartz bulb testing.) The microwave oven cavity and door will become hot. The use of oven mitts is recommended.

Convection Element and Fan

A. Screen B. Convection fan (behind screen) C. Convection element (behind fan)

The microwave oven’s convection system is composed of a convection element, which heats in conjunction with the convection fan for true convection cooking. The convection system is embedded in the wall of the microwave oven cavity, behind the screen. See “Parts and Features.” The microwave oven cavity and door will become hot. The use of oven mitts is recommended.

Tu rn ta bl e

To Install:

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

2. 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.

Turning Off the Turntable

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 two plates that are side by side.

When the manual cycle is over, the turntable will automatically default to the “ON” mode.

To Tur n O n /O ff :

1. Touch TURNTABLE (ON/OFF).

The display shows the Turntable On/Off screen.

A. Glass turntable B. Support C. Hub

The turntable can rotate in either direction to help cook food more evenly. For best cooking results, do not operate the microwave oven without having the turntable in place. To order any of the parts, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME Parts” section for part numbers.

. See “Replacement

2. Select “Off,” then touch “Ok.”

The turntable off indicator will appear on the display.

Repeat to turn the turntable back on.

ACCESSORIES

The following accessories have been provided with your new microwave oven. Any of the parts may be ordered for replacement.

Use the handle to grasp the pan. Place gripping end on the edge

Steamer Vessel

Use the steamer vessel with the Steam Cook feature or Boil & Simmer feature to steam or simmer foods. See “Steam Cook” and/or “Boil & Simmer” sections.

of pan, squeeze handle and lift pan. To order any of the parts, call

1-800-4-MY-HOME

. See “Replacement Parts” section for part

numbers.

Grill Rack

A. Lid B. Insert C. Base

■ The steamer vessel will become hot. Always use oven mitts

or pot holders when handling.

■ To avoid damage to the steamer vessel, do not use in a

conventional- or combination-type oven, with “Browning Pan” or “Grill” functions, any convection function or on electric or gas burners.

■ To avoid scratching, use plastic utensils.

■ Do not overfill. Using 1¹⁄₄ cup (300 mL) of water in base is

recommended.

Lid: Always use when cooking. Place directly over the insert and base or just the base.

Insert: Use when steam cooking to keep foods such as fish and vegetables out of water. Place insert with food directly over base. Do not use when simmering.

Base: For steam cooking, place water in base. For simmering foods such as rice, potatoes, pasta and vegetables, place food and water/liquid in base.

To order any of the parts, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME

. See “Replacement Parts” section for part numbers. See “General Cleaning” section for cleaning instructions.

Browning Pan and Handle

The tall grill rack is designed for grilling in the microwave oven. See “Grill” section. Place the grill rack securely on browning pan, the browning pan on the turntable, and position food on grill rack. To order any of the parts, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME

. See “Replacement Parts” section for part numbers. See “General Cleaning” for cleaning instructions.

Convection Rack

The short convection rack is designed to be used with the convection element and fan for true convection cooking. See “Bake” and “Roast” sections. Place the convection rack on the turntable, and position dish with food on the rack. If food is placed directly on the rack, the browning pan may be placed under the rack to catch drippings. To order any of the parts, call

1-800-4-MY-HOME

numbers. See “General Cleaning” for cleaning instructions.

Rack and Pan Configurations

Browning Pan Feature Grill Feature

A B

Roast Feature Bake Feature

. See “Replacement Parts” section for part

A B C

The browning pan, with its nonstick surface and detachable handle, has been specially designed for microwave use, and is ideal for pan-frying (pan-browning) foods in the microwave oven. See “Browning Pan” section. The browning pan is also ideal for some baking and roasting functions, and is used as a drip pan under the grill or convection racks during grilling or roasting cycles. See “Bake” and “Roast” sections.

A B D

A. Turntable B. Browning pan C. Grill rack (tall) D. Convection rack (short) E. Cookie sheet (not provided)

A D E

MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL

The microwave oven’s controls are accessed through its control panel and interactive touch display. NOTE: Due to the sensitivity of the control panel, we have provided special instructions for cleaning the panel as well as the touch

screen display. See “General Cleaning” section for cleaning instructions.

A. Control panel B. Interactive touch display

Control Panel

The control panel houses basic controls and one-touch automatic function controls. The control pads are very sensitive, and require only a light touch to activate.

For more information about the individual controls, see their respective sections in this manual.

Interactive Touch Display

The display area functions as both a display and an interactive, menu-driven touch control. It is designed to be easily navigable, guiding you through the menus, offering multiple selections, accepting your input and executing your commands. It also provides instructions, tips, and graphics.

Display

When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, the welcome screen appears, asking whether you would like to set the clock. Touch “Yes” and set the clock (see “Clock” section), or touch “No” and the time will default to 12:00 p.m. If the welcome screen appears at any other time, a power failure has occurred. Reset the clock if needed.

When the microwave oven is not in use (in standby mode), the display shows the Main Menu and the date and time of day, if they are set to be displayed. See “Clock” and “Date” sections. After 2 minutes of inactivity, the display will go into sleep mode. See “Display Backlight” section.

During programming, the display shows menus, servings and weights, cooking time/power/temperature settings, preheating instructions, and/or cookware and preparation instructions.

During a cooking cycle, the display shows progress bar (sensor functions only, see “Progress Bar” section), cooking animation (see “Cooking Animation” section), and the countdown of cook time remaining. The display will also give prompts to tend to the food during certain automatic cycles.

Touch Screen

The LCD touch screen is used to make menu selections, adjust settings and input commands.

A. Title/description region B. Menu and selection/settings input region C. Command input region

Menu selections and input adjustments are made in the center portion of the screen, and the command inputs (start, continue, back, cancel, etc.) are made in the bottom portion of the screen. Screen titles and descriptions are displayed in the top portion of the screen, which accepts no input. A light- to medium-pressure touch of the fingertip will activate the menu choice.

The Main Menu is displayed on the default screen.

Main Menu

4. On next Browning Pan screen, touch “Poultry Brst Boneless.”

From the Main Menu, all automatic cooking programs can be activated; all manual cooking can be programmed; settings can be adjusted; and instructions, preparation and tips can be accessed.

The following demonstrates how to pan brown 2 boneless chicken breasts, using the Cook Method menus, starting from the Main Menu:

1. On Main Menu, touch “Cook Method.”

2. On Cook Method screen, touch “Browning Pan.”

5. On Browning Pan-Poultry Breast screen, touch “2 pieces.”

Weight guidelines appear below the quantity selections.

6. On Poultry Breast screen, follow the instructions, then touch

“Start Preheat.”

3. On Browning Pan screen, touch “More Choices.”

While the browning pan preheats, the cooking animation and countdown are active in the display.

7. When preheating is finished, follow the instructions on the

Preheat Finished screen, then touch “Continue.” If more or less cook time is desired, adjust doneness before

touching “Continue.”

Settings & Info

Microwave oven features may be activated and/or changed, and display characteristics may be adjusted using the “Settings & Info” menu. Following is a brief description of each option.

OPTION SETTING

While the poultry breasts are being pan browned, the cooking animation and countdown are active in the display.

About halfway through the cycle, the microwave oven will stop, and the display will direct you to turn over the poultry breasts.

8. Touch “Continue” to resume pan browning.

When the cycle is over, the Finished screen appears.

Clock

■ Adjust time: set or hide clock.

See “Clock” section.

Date

■ Set date: month, day and year.

■ Hide date.

See “Date” section.

Demo Mode

Display Backlight

■ View sales demonstration.

See “Demo Mode” section.

■ Set backlight brightness: reduce after

2 minutes or turn off after 2 minutes.

See “Display Backlight” section.

Display Contrast

■ Set level of contrast between minimum and

maximum using “+” and “-” controls.

See “Display Contrast” section

Hints View comprehensive lists of hints for general

operation and care of microwave oven:

■ Cleaning: cavity, control panel, odors and

turntable.

■ Cookware: covers, depth, materials and

shape.

■ Convection Conversion: baking and roasting.

■ Food: eggs, moisture, quantity and shape.

■ Methods: arranging, covering, defrosting,

standing and proofing dough.

■ Power levels: list of microwave power levels

and sample foods for each.

Learning Mode

■ Turn on or off.

See “Learning Mode” section.

If you would like to either add more time or keep the food warm, you may do so at this time.

9. If the doneness is satisfactory, touch “Cancel” to return to the

default screen.

The same cooking can also be accomplished using the “Food Type” menus instead of the “Cook Method” menu.

1. On Main Menu, touch “Food Type,” then “More Choices.”

2. Touch “Poultry,” then “More Choices.”

3. Touch “Poultry Breast: Pan Brown.”

This takes you to the same Browning Pan-Poultry Breast screen as in the Cook Method sequence.

4. Follow steps 4-8 in Cook Method sequence. See “Learning Mode” section to see how to practice navigating

through the menus without turning on the microwave generator.

Vol ume

■ Set tone volume using “+” and “-” controls.

See “Tones” section.

1. On Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”

2. Touch desired option (touch “More Choices” for more

categories), then follow the instructions on the screen to select and/or adjust settings.

Clock

This is a standard 12-hour clock (12:00 AM-11:59 PM). When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, or after a power failure, the “Welcome” screen will appear, asking whether you would like to set the clock. If you choose to set the clock at that time, the display will take you directly to the Clock screen. If you choose not to set the clock, the time of day will default to 12:00 p.m., and the clock will be displayed and continue to keep time.

To Set Clock:

1. On Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”

2. On Settings & Info screen, touch “Clock.”

3. On Clock screen, set the time of day and date, if desired, and

select AM or PM.

To Hide Clock: On Clock screen, touch “Hide Clock.” The display will immediately return to the Main Menu.

Date

The date may be set and displayed on the Main Menu screen. The default setting is Jan. 1.

To Set Date:

1. On Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”

2. On Settings & Info screen, touch “Date.”

3. On Date screen, use number pads to set the month, day and

year.

To Hide Date: On Date screen, touch “Hide Date.” The display will immediately return to the Main Menu. Repeat to display the date.

Display Contrast

Display contrast has numerous settings, ranging from minimum to maximum.

To Set Display Contrast:

1. On Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”

2. Touch “Display Contrast.”

3. Using “+” and “-” controls, increase or decrease the contrast.

4. Tou ch “ OK . ”

Learning Mode

The Learning Mode is ideal for learning how to use the microwave oven. When set, functions can be entered, with real displays and tones, without actually turning on the microwave generator (magnetron), grill element or convection element. While functions are operating in the Learning Mode, the microwave oven light will come on, the fan will run, and the turntable will rotate (if set ON).

While the Learning Mode is active, the Learn indicator is visible in the upper, right title area, or at the bottom command input area. The indicator is visible while the microwave oven is in standby mode, during programming, and during Settings & Info menu navigation. During a “practice” cooking cycle, the Learn indicator is visible in the lower, left command input area.

Demo Mode

The Demo Mode highlights the features and capabilities of the microwave oven in a slide show on the display.

To Activate Demo Mode:

1. On the Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”

2. On Settings & Info screen, touch “Demo Mode.”

The demonstration immediately begins. You can move forward or back in the demonstration by touching “Next Page” or “Back,” or wait for the screen to advance. When the demonstration is over, it automatically loops back to the beginning and starts again.

3. Touch “Cancel” on the touch screen, or touch STOP

control to cancel Demo Mode and return the display to the Main Menu.

Display Backlight

Display backlight may be set to reduce brightness or to turn off during sleep mode.

Sleep mode is an energy-saving feature that darkens the display backlight after 2 minutes of inactivity. During sleep mode, only the time and date are visible, along with instruction to touch the display to reactivate the Main Menu.

To Set Display Backlight:

1. On Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”

2. Touch “Display Backlight.”

3. Select setting: reduce after 2 minutes or off after 2 minutes.

4. Touch “OK.”

A. Indicators for Learning Mode

To Activate Learning Mode:

1. On the Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”

2. On Settings & Info screen, touch “More Choices.”

3. Tou ch “ Le a r n i n g M o d e .”

4. Touch “On” or “Off” to set.

5. Tou ch “ OK . ”

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