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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 closes properly and that there is no damage to the
following: (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.

Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to
Excessive Microwave Energy..............................1
Important Safety Instructions...............................2
Safety Precautions ..............................................3
Grounding Instructions ........................................5
Installation ...........................................................5
Care of Your Microwave Oven ............................6
How to Use Your Microwave Oven Safely ..........6
Location of Controls ............................................7
Operation.............................................................8
Setting the Clock ..........................................8
Defrost By Weight ........................................8
Speed Defrost ..............................................9
Cooking In One Stage ..................................9
2 Stage or 3 Stage Time Cooking ................9
Start/Stop Pad ..............................................9
Cook By Weight..........................................10
Baked Potato Quick Cook Pad ...................11
Pizza Quick Cook Pad................................11
Popcorn Quick Cook Pad ...........................12
Setting Popcorn Quick Pad to a
Different Time .............................................12
Beverage Quick Cook Pad .........................13
Frozen Dinner Quick Cook Pad..................13
Reheat Quick Cook Pad .............................14
Child Lock...................................................14
Setting the Timer ........................................15

CONTENTS

To Stop the Oven While it is Operating .............15
Cooking Guide...................................................16
The Principles of Microwave Cooking ........16
Food Characteristics ..................................16
Microwave Techniques...............................16
Hot Snacks and Appetizers ........................17
Meats..........................................................18
Poultry ........................................................19
Seafood ......................................................19
Eggs & Cheese ..........................................20
Vegetables and Soup .................................21
Sauces .......................................................22
Casseroles .................................................22
Sandwiches ................................................23
Pasta and Grains........................................23
Cereals .......................................................24
Convenience Foods ...................................24
Desserts .....................................................25
Weight & Measure Conversion Chart................25
Specifications ....................................................26
Before You Call for Service ...............................26
Limited Warranty ...............................................27

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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15 together when closing the door, use only mild, non-

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come

Read and follow the specific "PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY" found on page 1.

This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a
properly grounded outlet. See "GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS" found on page 5.

abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft
cloth.

To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
(a)
(b)

Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the
provided installation instructions.

(c)

Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
containers, for example, closed glass jars, may explode
and should not be heated in this oven.

(d)

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

Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if
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 bag 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.

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Do not use this microwave oven to heat corrosive
from such corrosive chemicals may interact with the
contact and springs of the safety interlock switches
thereby rendering them inoperable.

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

18 oven interior with a soft damp cloth after each use. If you

Keep the waveguide cover clean at all times. Wipe the

Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or
plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged
or dropped.

leave grease or fat anywhere in the cavity it may lead to
overheating and fire.

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This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service
personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility
for examination, repair or adjustment.

Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as you cannot control
fire.

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Do not store or use this appliance outdoors. Do not use
be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid. Visible
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bubbling or boiling when container is removed from the
Do not cover or block any openings on this appliance.

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

in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

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Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

over is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN
VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN
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.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General Use
Do NOT attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments
or repairs to door, control panel or any other part of the
oven. Do NOT remove outer panel from oven. Repairs
should only be done by qualified service personnel.

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For FURTHER INFORMATION on proper cooking
utensils, refer to the COOKING GUIDE on page 16.

Food
Never use your microwave oven for HOME CANNING.
The oven is not designed to permit proper canning.
Improperly canned food may spoil and be dangerous to
consume.

Do NOT operate the oven empty. The microwave energy
will reflect continuously throughout the oven if no food or
water is present to absorb energy.

If a fire occurs in the oven, touch the Start/Stop pad and
LEAVE THE DOOR CLOSED. Disconnect the power
cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker
panel.

Do NOT attempt to dry clothes, newspapers or other materials
in the oven. They may catch on fire.

Do NOT use recycled paper products. Recycled paper
towels, napkins and waxed paper can contain metal
flecks which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper products
containing nylon or nylon filaments should be avoided, as
they may ignite.

Some styrofoam trays (like those that meat is packaged
on) have a thin strip of metal embedded on the bottom.
When microwaved, the metal can burn the floor of the
oven or ignite a paper towel.

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Avoid inserting nails, wire, etc. through any holes in the
unit during operation. Never insert a wire, nail or any
other metal objects through the holes on the cavity or any
other holes or gaps, because such objects may cause
electric shock and microwave leakage.

Utensils
METAL CONTAINERS or dishes with metallic rims should
not be used. Arcing may occur.

Remove PLASTIC STORE WRAPS before cooking or
defrosting foods in the oven.

METAL TWIST-TIES may not be used in the microwave
oven.

Do NOT use SEALED JARS or NARROW NECK bottles
for cooking or reheating. They may shatter.

Do NOT use CONVENTIONAL THERMO-METERS in
the microwave oven. They may cause arcing.

COOKING TIMES given in the cooking guide are
approximate. Factors that may affect cooking are starting
temperature, altitude, volume, size and shape of food
and utensils used. As you become familiar with the oven,
you will be able to adjust for these factors.
It is better to UNDERCOOK RATHER THAN OVERCOOK
foods. If food is undercooked, it can always be returned to
the oven for further cooking. If food is overcooked, nothing
can be done. Always start with minimum cooking times.

SMALL QUANTITIES of food or foods with LOW
MOISTURE content can burn, dry out or catch on fire if
cooked too long.
Do NOT boil eggs in their shell. Pressure may build up
and the eggs may explode.

Potatoes, apples, egg yolks, whole acorn squash and
sausage are some examples of food with NONPOROUS
SKINS. These must be pierced before cooking to prevent
bursting.

POPCORN must be popped in a microwave corn popper.
Microwave popped corn produces a lower yield than
conventional popping. Do not use oven for popcorn unless
popped in a microwave approved popcorn utensil or unless
it’s commercially packaged and recommended especially
for microwave ovens. Do not use oil unless specified by the
manufacturer.
Do NOT attempt to deep fat fry in your oven.

HEATED LIQUIDS can ERUPT if not mixed with air. Do
not heat liquids in your microwave oven without first
stirring.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO
FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
WARNING:
This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly,
that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio
and television reception.
It has been type-tested and found to comply with limits for an ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of
FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a
residential installation.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following.
• Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
• Relocate the Microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
• Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
• Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven and receiver are on
different branch circuits.
THE MANUFACTURER is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to
correct such interference.

ARCING

If you see arcing, press START/STOP button and correct the problem.

Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven.
Arcing is caused by:
• Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
• Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
• Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold rimmed dishes, in the microwave.
• Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave.

DO NOT LEAVE OVEN UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING!

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance 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. This appliance is equipped with a cord having
a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be inserted 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 service
person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance
is properly grounded.
If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a three wire extension cord that has a three blade grounding
plug, and a three slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension
cord should be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.

INSTALLATION

1. Steady, flat location: When positioning the microwave oven, it should be set on a steady, flat surface.

2. Ventilation: Do not block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat and eventually cause
oven failure. For proper ventilation, keep three inches of space between the oven’s top, sides, rear and the area
where the unit is to be installed.
3. Radio and TV reception: Poor television reception and radio interference may result if the oven is located close to a
TV, radio, antenna, or antenna wire. Position the oven as far from them as possible.

4. Temperature and moisture: Keep the oven away from hot air, steam or splashing liquids when choosing a place to
locate it, otherwise, the unit’s operation may be adversely affected, causing it to break down.

5. Power supply:
• Check your local power source. This microwave oven requires a 120V, 60Hz power supply.
• Use a receptacle that will accept the ground prong.
A. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord.
B. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
C. If a long cord or extension cord is used, (1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be
at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, (2) the extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire
cord, and (3) the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it
can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
6. Examine the oven for any damage such as: Dents, a misaligned door, broken door or a dent in the cavity. If any of
the above are visible, DO NOT INSTALL THE UNIT. Notify the dealer immediately.

When using a grounding adapter, make sure
the receptacle box is fully grounded.

When using a 3-pronged plug

Grounding Lead

3-pronged
Receptacle

Screw
Receptacle

3-pronged
plug

Receptacle
Box Cover

Grounding
Adapter

Receptacle
Box Cover

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CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

Disconnect the AC plug from the outlet before
cleaning.
Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food
spatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven
walls, wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergent
may be used if the oven gets very dirty. The
use of harsh detergent or abrasives is not
recommended.
The outside oven surface should be cleaned
with soap and water, rinsed and dried with a
soft cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven, water should not be
allowed to seep into the ventilation slots.
If the Control Panel becomes dirty or wet,
clean with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use harsh
detergents or abrasive on Control Panel.
If steam accumulates on both sides of the
oven door, wipe with a soft cloth. This may
occur when the microwave oven is operated
under high humidity conditions and this is not
an indication of a malfunction in the unit.

It is occasionally necessary to remove the
glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm,
sudsy water or in a dishwasher.

The roller guide and oven cavity floor should
be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise.
Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven
with mild detergent water or window cleaner
and dry. The roller guide may be washed in
mild, sudsy water or the dishwater.

Roller Guide

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The ROLLER GUIDE and oven floor should be
cleaned frequently to prevent excessive noise.
The ROLLER GUIDE MUST ALWAYS be used for
cooking together with the Glass Tray.

Glass Tray

Roller Guide

Glass Tray

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If the Glass Tray is hot, ALLOW IT TO COOL
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4 Do NOT cook directly on the Glass Tray.

Do NOT operate the oven without the Glass Tray
in place.
Do NOT use any other Glass Tray with this oven.

HOW TO USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY

Although your oven is provided with safety features, it is important to observe the following:
a) It is important not to defeat or tamper with safety interlocks.
b) Do not place any object between the oven face and the door or allow residue to accumulate on
sealing surfaces. Wipe the sealing area frequently with a mild detergent, rinse and wipe dry. Never
use abrasive powders or pads.
c) When opened, the door must not be subjected to strain, for example, a child hanging on an open
door or any load which could cause the oven to fall forward and cause injury and damage to the
door. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged, until it has been repaired by a qualified person. It is
particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the following:
i) Door (bent), ii) Hinges and Latches (broken or loosened), iii) Door seals and sealing surfaces.
d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

LOCATION OF CONTROLS
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Popcorn

Baked Potato

Pizza

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Reheat

Power

Timer

Cook

Cook By

Defrost By

Speed

Weight

Defrost

Reset

Clock

Start
Stop

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1. Door latch – When the door is closed, it will
automatically lock shut. If the door is opened while
the oven is operating, the magnetron will
automatically shut off.
2. Door seal – The door seal maintains the
microwaves within the oven cavity and prevents
microwave leakage.
3. Oven cavity
4. Spatter shield – Protects the microwave outlet
from splashes of cooking foods.
5. Safety interlock system – Prevents the oven from
operating while the door is opened.
6. Door Open button – Press to open the door and
stop oven operation.
7. Glass cooking tray – Made of special heat
resistant glass. The tray must always be in proper
position before operating the oven. Do not cook
food directly on the tray.
8. Roller guide – Supports the glass cooking tray.
Must always be in proper position before operating
the oven.
9. Door screen – Allows viewing of food. The screen
is designed so that light can pass through, but not
the microwaves.
10. Display – Cooking time, power level, function
indicators and the present time are displayed.

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Popcorn

Baked Potato

Pizza

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Reheat

Power

Timer

Cook

Cook By
Weight

Defrost By
Weight

Speed
Defrost

Clock

Reset

Start
Stop

Baked Potato pad – Touch to cook potatoes.
Popcorn pad – Touch to cook popcorn.
Frozen Dinner pad – Used to cook frozen dinners.
Beverage pad – Used to heat beverages.
Timer pad – Used to allow the display to operate
as a kitchen timer.
Power pad – Used to set the desired cooking
power level.
Defrost By Weight pad – Used to set the oven to
estimate the defrosting time by weight entered.
Cook By Weight pad – Used to set the oven to
estimate the cooking time by weight entered.
Clock pad – Touch to set the present time.
Start/Stop pad – Used to start or stop a selected
operation.
Pizza pad – Touch to reheat precooked or cook
frozen pizza.
Reheat pad –- Used to reheat plated foods.
Cook pad – Touch to set any desired cook setting.
Speed Defrost pad – Automatically divides the
defrosting times into periods of alternating defrost
and standing times for even defrosting.
10 key pads – Used to select the desired power
level, cooking time, etc.
Reset pad – Used to reset the cooking data if
pressed before cooking starts.

SETTING THE CLOCK

OPERATION

1. Touch the CLOCK pad.
The display will show “ENTER CLOCK TIME”.
NOTE: When the unit is first plugged in, it will temporarily
be in the clock set mode.

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Pizza

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Reheat

Power

Timer

Cook

Cook By
Weight

Defrost By
Weight

Speed
Defrost

Clock

2. Enter the correct time of day.
EXAMPLE: To set the time to “10:02”, touch “1”, “0”, “0”,
“2” in sequence.
The display will show the numbers pressed in the order
in which you pressed them.

Start
Stop

Popcorn

Pizza

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Reheat

Power

Timer

Cook

Popcorn
Defrost
By
Weight

Pizza
Speed
Defrost

Reheat

Beverage

Power

Frozen Dinner

Timer

CLOCK

Cook

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Speed
Defrost

Defrost By
Weight

2
0

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Start
Stop
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Clock

Reset

TIME

ENTER

Cook By
Weight

Clock

3. Touch the CLOCK pad.
The display will show the present time and the colon will
stop blinking. After the clock has been set, the time will
appear unless the oven is cooking or defrosting.

Reset

Baked Potato

Baked
CookPotato
By
Weight

TIME

ENTER

CLOCK

Reset

Start
Stop

CLOCK

NOTES:
• To reset present time in the display window when the oven is off, touch the CLOCK pad and reset.
• A pad must be touched within 15 seconds when setting the clock, or entering cooking information.
• If you make a mistake when setting the time, touch the RESET pad.
• To recall the actual time while the oven is cooking or defrosting, simply touch the CLOCK pad and the display will
show the actual time for three seconds.

DEFROST BY WEIGHT

DEFROST BY WEIGHT lets you easily defrost foods by eliminating guesswork in determining defrosting time.
The minimum weight for Auto Weight Defrost is 1oz. The maximum weight is 6.0 lbs (entered as 5lbs, 16oz).
Follow the steps below for easy defrosting.

IMPORTANT NOTE: After partial defrosting, the oven will stop defrosting and beep two times, but the time will remain
on the display. This pause is to allow you to turn and rearrange the food for even defrosting. After the food is turned and
rearranged, press the START/STOP pad again.

1. Touch the DEFROST BY WEIGHT pad.

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Pizza

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Reheat

Power

Timer

Cook

Cook By
Weight

Defrost By
Weight

Speed
Defrost

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Popcorn

Baked Potato

Beverage

2. Using the keypads, enter the pounds, and then enter the
ounces.
For example, for 1 pound 5 ounces, touch “1”, “0”, “5”.
(Maximum weight that can be entered is 5lbs, 16oz.)

Clock

0Power
Cook By
Start
Weight
Stop

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Baked Potato

Popcorn

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

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Power

3. Touch the START/STOP pad. The display will show “CODE”
and “DEF” and count down the remaining defrosting time in
minutes and seconds. It will beep four times and show “End”
when defrosting is completed (refer to Important Note
above). Touch the RESET pad or open the door to clear
before starting another operation.

Frozen Dinner

Reset
Timer

Reheat

Cook
Speed
Defrost

ENTER

Pizza

Reheat

Timer

Cook

Clock

0
Speed

Defrost By
Weight

Start
Stop
3

Reset

Start
Stop

Pizza

Defrost By
Weight

Cook By
Weight

Clock

ENTER

Reset

Defrost

CODE

DEF

SPEED DEFROST

OPERATION (CONTINUED)

SPEED DEFROST will automatically set the oven to defrost at a time set by the user. This method provides the
quickest thawing of small to medium size foods.
1. Touch the SPEED DEFROST pad.

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Pizza

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Reheat

ENTER
Power

Timer

Cook

Cook By
Weight

Defrost By
Weight

Speed
Defrost

Baked Potato

2. Using the key pads, enter the desired defrosting time (up
to 99 minutes, 99 seconds).

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Baked Potato

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Beverage

Power
Cook By
Weight

3. Touch the START/STOP pad. The display will show
“DEF” and count down the remaining defrosting time in
minutes and seconds. It will beep four times and show
“End” when defrosting is completed. Touch the RESET

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Frozen Dinner

Power
Popcorn

Timer
Pizza

Reheat

Cook

Cook By
Weight
Frozen Dinner

Timer
1
Start
Stop
Defrost By
Weight
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Defrost By
Weight
Reheat

Speed
Defrost

Reset

Cook
2

Speed
Defrost

5
Clock

Reset

Start
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Stop

Clock

DEF

Pizza

Clock

Popcorn

DEF

Reset

Start
Stop

pad or open the door to clear before starting another
operation.

COOKING IN ONE STAGE

Set a cooking or other operational time/power as follows:
1. Using the key pads, enter the desired cooking time (up to
99 minutes, 99 seconds).
2. Touch the POWER pad followed by a key pad to enter
the power level (skip if cooking at 100%); see below.
The display will show the percentage you chose.
3. Touch the START/STOP pad. The display will show
“COOK” and count down the remaining cooking time in
minutes and seconds. It will beep four times and show
“End” when cooking is completed

DEF

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Pizza

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Reheat

Power

Timer

Cook

Cook By
Weight

Defrost By
Weight

Speed
Defrost

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Popcorn

Pizza

Beverage
Clock
Popcorn

Frozen Dinner
Pizza

Reheat
Reset

Power

Timer

Cook

Frozen Dinner
Cook By
Weight

Reheat
Defrost By
Weight

Speed
Defrost

Power

Timer

Cook

Cook By
Weight

Defrost By
Weight

Speed
Defrost

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2

5
3

7
5

8
6

Clock

0
9
Start
Reset
Stop

Reset

4
7
Clock

8
0

COOK

TIME

Beverage

Start
Stop

ENTER

Baked Potato

TIME

COOK

Start
Stop

Touch the RESET pad or open the door to clear before
starting another operation.

2 STAGE OR 3 STAGE TIME COOKING

For two stage cooking, instead of performing step 3, press the COOK pad and
repeat steps 1 and 2 and then press the START/STOP pad; “MEM” will appear
in the display.
If desired, after setting two-stage cooking, press the SPEED DEFROST pad and
enter the desired defrosting time, then press the START/STOP pad.
When all stages have completed, four beeps will sound.

START/STOP PAD

To add a minute while the oven is cooking, simply press the START/STOP pad.
(Woks only in Time Cooking and Speed Defrost.)

WATTAGE OUTPUT CHART

Number Pad
None
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8
7
6
5
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2
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% of Power
100
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
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COOK BY WEIGHT

OPERATION (CONTINUED)

COOK BY WEIGHT lets you easily roast meats in the oven as it will automatically set the times and power levels
to give better results than one power only cooking. Meat must be defrosted and at refrigerated temperature.
Meat Roasts approximately three to five pounds work best.
1. Touch the COOK BY WEIGHT pad.
The display will show “ENTER CODE”.

2. Using the key pads, select the desired code that
corresponds to the type of food you are cooking
according to the chart at the right.

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Pizza

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Reheat

Power

Timer

Cook

Cook By
Weight

Defrost By
Weight

Speed
Defrost

Code Roast Type
Start
0

Clock

3. Using the key pads, enter the pounds, then enter the
ounces. For example, for 1 pound 5 ounces, touch “1”, “0”,
“5”. (Maximum ounces that can be entered is 16.)
The cooking time will appear.
4. Touch the START/STOP pad.
The display will show “CODE” and “COOK” and will
count down the remaining cooking time in minutes and
seconds and will beep four times when cooking is
completed. Touch the RESET pad or open the door to clear

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Reset

Stop

Roast Beef
Beef or Lamb
Pork
Popcorn

Pizza

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Reheat

Power

Timer

Cook

Cook By
Weight

Defrost By
Weight

Speed
Defrost

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Pizza

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Reheat

9
Reset

Timer

Cook

ClockBy
Defrost
Weight

Speed
Defrost

Start
3
Stop

Reset

Recommended
Max Weight
5lb, 16oz
5lb, 16oz
5lb, 4oz

ENTER

Power
Cook By
Weight

Clock

Int. Temp after
Standing
Rare 140°
Medium 160°
Well Done 170°

Baked Potato

CODE

ENTER

CODE

COOK

Start
Stop

before starting another operation.

NOTES:
• After partial cooking, the oven will stop cooking and beep two times, but the time will remain on the display. This
pause is to allow you to turn and rearrange the food for even cooking. After the food is turned and rearranged, press
the START/STOP pad again.
• Let the roast stand a few minutes to finish cooking before serving

OPERATION (CONTINUED)

BAKED POTATO QUICK COOK PAD

Use this feature and the oven will automatically set the cooking time based on the quantity of potatoes. A built-in
standing time will help equalize the temperature. Cook potatoes as follows:
1. For four to five ounce potatoes, touch the BAKED
POTATO pad once. For a eight to 10 ounce potato,
touch the BAKED POTATO pad twice.
The display will show “ENTER AMT”.
* Pierce skins before cooking.

Baked Potato
Popcorn
Pizza
Popcorn
Baked Potato
Pizza

ENTER

AMT

Beverage Frozen Dinner
Reheat
Beverage Frozen Dinner
Reheat

Power
Timer
Cook
Power
Timer
Cook
Speed
Cook By
Defrost By
Weight SpeedDefrost
Weight Defrost By
Cook By
Weight
Defrost
Weight

2. Enter the amount of four to five ounce potatoes (up to
four) and the cooking time will appear. Touch the
START/STOP pad. The display will show “CODE” and
“COOK” and will count down the remaining cooking time
in minutes and seconds and will beep four times when
cooking is completed.

1
4

3
6
CODE

Clock

COOK

Reset
Reset

Start
StartStop
Stop

NOTE: Up to four baked potatoes can be cooked as follows:
Qty
4-5 Oz Times
1 Potato
3 minutes, 20 seconds
2 Potatoes
6 minutes, 20 seconds
3 Potatoes
9 minutes, 20 seconds
4 Potatoes
12 minutes, 20 seconds

6-8 Oz Times
5 minutes, 00 seconds
9 minutes, 00 seconds
13 minutes, 00 seconds
17 minutes, 00 seconds

PIZZA QUICK COOK PAD

Use this feature and the oven will automatically set the cooking time based on the the type of pizza (reheated or
frozen). Cook pizza as follows:
1. To reheat a thick slice or two smaller slices, touch the
PIZZA pad once (total cooking time is 1 minute). For a
whole frozen pizza, touch the PIZZA pad twice (total
cooking time is 5 minutes).
The display will show “CODE”.

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Beverage

Popcorn

Baked Potato

Frozen Dinner

Power

Power
Cook By
Weight

2. Touch the START/STOP pad. The display will show
“CODE” and “COOK” and will count down the remaining
cooking time in minutes and seconds and will beep four
times when cooking is completed.

Defrost By
Weight

6
8

8
0

CODE

9
0

Clock

Cook
Speed
Defrost

5
7

Reheat

Speed
Defrost

CODE

Cook
Defrost By
Weight

Clock

Reheat

Timer

Timer
Cook By
Weight

Pizza

Reset

Start
Start Stop
Stop

Reset

COOK

OPERATION (CONTINUED)

POPCORN QUICK COOK PAD

Use this feature and the oven will automatically set the cooking time. Cook popcorn as follows:
1. To cook a standard 3 to 3-1/2 oz bag, touch the
POPCORN pad (total cooking time is 2 minutes, 15
seconds).
The display will show “CODE”.

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Beverage

Power
Power

CODE

Pizza

Baked Potato

Pizza

Reheat

Frozen Dinner

Timer
Timer

Reheat

Cook
Cook

Speed
Cook By
Defrost By
Weight
Defrost
Weight
Cook By
Defrost By
Speed
Weight
Defrost
Weight

2. Touch the START/STOP pad. The display will show
“CODE” and “COOK” and will count down the remaining
cooking time in minutes and seconds and will beep four
times when cooking is completed.

1
4
7

Clock
Clock

0
0
Start
Start
Stop
Stop

CODE

COOK

Reset
Reset

SETTING POPCORN QUICK COOK PAD TO A DIFFERENT TIME

If using a smaller or larger popcorn package, you can automatically set this oven to a different preset popcorn
time. If you do change the popcorn time, the oven will continue using the new time each time the POPCORN pad
is touched. Change the popcorn cooking time as follows:
1. Touch the POPCORN pad twice.
The display will show “ENTER TIME”.

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Beverage

Power
Power

ENTER

Pizza

Baked Potato

Reheat

Frozen Dinner

Timer
Timer

TIME

Pizza

Reheat

Cook
Cook

Speed
Cook By
Defrost By
Weight
Defrost
Weight
Cook By
Defrost By
Speed
Weight
Weight
Defrost

2. Enter a new popcorn time using the Key pads. Touch the
START/STOP pad to cook the popcorn using the new
time.

1
4
7

Clock
Clock

2
5
8
0

3
6
9

3
6

ENTER

TIME

Reset
Reset

Start
Start
Stop
Stop

NOTES:1.
2.
3.
4.

To avoid discoloration of the glass tray, set the popcorn packages on a microwaveable plate.
Use only a microwaveable popcorn package in the microwave oven.
Do not try to pop unpopped kernels.
Do not leave the oven unattended while popping popcorn. If the popcorn does not pop sufficiently, do not
press the POPCORN pad again as the popcorn may burn. Check the popcorn bag for cooking instructions.
5. When opening the package, face it away from you to avoid contact with any steam released.

OPERATION (CONTINUED)

BEVERAGE QUICK COOK PAD

Use this feature and the oven will automatically set the cooking time based on the the size and quantity of the
beverage. Cook beverage as follows:
1. To heat four to six ounce beverage(s), touch the
BEVERAGE pad once. To heat seven to nine ounce
beverage(s), touch the BEVERAGE pad twice.
The display will show “ENTER AMT”.

Popcorn

Baked Potato

Beverage

Power

2. Enter the amount of cups (up to four) and the cooking
time will appear. Touch the START/STOP pad. The
display will show “CODE” AND “COOK” and will count
down the remaining cooking time in minutes and
seconds and will beep four times when cooking is
completed.

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Beverage

Pizza

ENTER

Pizza

Frozen Dinner

Frozen
Dinner
Power

Timer
Cook
By
Weight

Reheat
Timer

Cook

Cook
Defrost
By
Weight

Speed
Defrost

Cook By
Weight

Defrost By
Weight

2
4

3
5

5
7

6
8

9
0

Reset

Reset
Start
Stop

AMT

Reheat

CODE

Clock

Start
Stop

NOTE: Up to four cups can be reheated as follows:
Qty
4-6 Oz Times
1 Cup
1 minute, 10 seconds
2 Cups
2 minutes, 10 seconds
3 Cups
3 minutes, 10 seconds
4 Cups
4 minutes, 10 seconds

7-9 Oz Times
2 minutes, 00 seconds
3 minutes, 30 seconds
5 minutes, 00 seconds
6 minutes, 30 seconds

FROZEN DINNER QUICK COOK PAD

Use this feature and the oven will automatically set the cooking time based on the size and quantity of the frozen
dinners. A built-in standing time will help equalize the temperature. Cook frozen dinners as follows:
1. To heat five to seven ounce frozen dinner(s), touch the
FROZEN DINNER pad once. To heat eight to 10 ounce
frozen dinner(s), touch the FROZEN DINNER pad twice.
The display will show “ENTER AMT”.

Popcorn

Power

Beverage
Cook
By
Power
Weight

Pizza

Pizza
Reheat

Timer

Cook

Defrost
By
Timer
Weight

Speed
Cook
Defrost

Frozen Dinner

AMT

Speed
Defrost

Defrost By
Weight

7
Clock

9
Reset

Clock

0
Start
Stop
Start
Stop

Reset

ENTER

Reheat

Cook By
Weight

2. Enter the amount of frozen dinners (up to two) and the
cooking time will appear. Touch the START/STOP pad.
The display will show “CODE” and “COOK” and will
count down the remaining cooking time in minutes and
seconds and will beep four times when cooking is
completed.

Baked Potato

Baked Potato
Popcorn
Beverage Frozen Dinner

CODE

NOTE: Up to two dinners can be reheated as follows:
Qty
5-7 Oz Times
1 Entree
4 minutes, 35 seconds
2 Entrees
8 minutes, 15 seconds

COOK

8-10 Oz Times
9 minutes, 00 seconds
15 minutes, 30 seconds

REHEAT QUICK COOK PAD

OPERATION (CONTINUED)

Use this feature and the oven will automatically set the cooking time. Reheat as follows:
1. To reheat a standard plate, touch the REHEAT pad (total
reheat time is 3 minutes, 15 seconds).
The display will show “CODE”.

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Baked Potato

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Beverage

Power

CODE

Pizza

Reheat

Frozen Dinner

Timer
Power

Cook By
Weight

Reheat

Cook
Timer

Cook

Defrost By
Speed
Defrost
Weight
Speed
Cook By
Defrost By
Defrost
Weight
Weight

2. Touch the START/STOP pad. The display will show
“CODE” and “COOK” and will count down the remaining
cooking time in minutes and seconds and will beep four
times when cooking is completed.

Pizza

Popcorn

2
1

3
2

5
4

6
5

8
7

0
Reset
0
Start
Stop Start
Stop

Clock

CODE

9
8

Clock

COOK

9
Reset

Arranging the foods on the plate will determine how evenly they cook. Dense foods (such as meat) and compact
vegetables (such as mashed potatoes) should be placed around the edges and spread out as much as possible to
expose them to the microwave energy. Large amounts of food should be spread out to receive more energy than smaller
ones. Covering dry meat slices with gravy will help speed the heating. Light, airy foods (such as rice, delicate seafood,
etc.) absorb energy quickly. Place them in the center of the plate.

CHILD LOCK

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Pizza

The Child Lock prevents unwanted oven operation by small children. The oven can be set so that the control
panel is deactivated or locked.
1. To activate, press and hold the RESET pad for three
seconds, “LOCK” will appear and no buttons can be
pressed.

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Power

Timer

Cook

Cook By
Weight

Defrost By
Weight

Speed
Defrost

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Pizza

Beverage
Clock

Frozen Dinner

Reheat
Reset

Power

2. To deactivate, press and hold the RESET pad for three
seconds, “LOCK” will disappear.

Timer

Cook

Cook By
Weight

Defrost By
Weight

Speed
Defrost

Clock

Reset

Start
Stop

Reheat

CLOCK

LOCK

SETTING THE TIMER

OPERATION (CONTINUED)

1. Touch the TIMER pad.
The display will show “ENTER TIMER TIME”.
2. Enter the desired timer time.
EXAMPLE: To set the time to “10:02”, touch “1”, “0”, “0”,
“2” in sequence.
The display will show the numbers pressed in the order
in which you pressed them.
3. Touch the START/STOP pad.
The display will count down the timer time and emit one
long beep.

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Pizza

Beverage

Frozen Dinner
Baked Potato

Reheat
Popcorn

Power

Timer

Cook

Cook By
Weight

Beverage
Defrost By
Weight

Frozen Dinner
Speed
Defrost

Power

Timer

Cook By
Weight

4
Baked Potato

7
Beverage

Clock

Power
Cook By
Weight

Defrost By
Weight

5
6
1Popcorn
2Pizza
8
9
4
5
Frozen Dinner
Reheat
0
Reset
7Timer
8Cook
Start
Stop
Speed
Defrost By
Clock
0Defrost
Weight

Start
Stop3

Clock

Reset

ENTER

TIMER

TIME

ENTER

TIMER

TIME

Pizza

Reheat

Cook
Speed
Defrost

3
6
9
Reset

TIMER

Start
Stop

NOTES:
• The clock will appear in the display when the timer is counting down. To view the time left on the timer, simply press
the TIMER pad once.
• You can set the Timer while the oven is cooking. This is useful to set the timer to go off when you need to turn or
rearrange cooking/defrosting foods.
• Touch the TIMER pad followed by the RESET pad to cancel the timer.

TO STOP THE OVEN WHILE IT IS OPERATING
1.

Press the START/STOP pad.
•
The oven can be restarted by pressing the START/STOP pad.
•
Touch the RESET pad to erase all instructions.
•
You must then enter new instructions if needed.
Open the door.

COOKING GUIDE

THE PRINCIPLES OF MICROWAVE COOKING

Microwaves are a form of high frequency radio waves similar to those used by a radio including AM, FM and CB.
Electricity is converted into microwave energy by the magnetron tube. From the magnetron tube, microwave
energy is transmitted to the oven where it is reflected, transmitted, and absorbed by the food.

Reflection

Microwaves are reflected by metal just as a ball is bounced off of a wall. For this reason, metal utensils are not
suitable for use in the microwave. A combination of stationary interior walls and a rotating metal turntable or stirrer fan
helps assure that the microwaves are well distributed within the oven cavity to produce even cooking.

Transmission

Microwaves pass through some materials such as paper, glass and plastic much like sunlight shining through a
window. Because these substances do not absorb or reflect the microwave energy, they are ideal materials for
microwave oven cooking containers.

Absorption

During cooking, microwaves will be absorbed by food. They penetrate to a depth of about 3/4 to 1 1/2 inches.
Microwave energy activates the molecules in the food (especially water, fat and sugar), and heat is produced. If you
vigorously rub your hands together, you will feel heat produced by friction. The internal cooking of larger foods is done
by conduction as the heat which is produced by friction is conducted to the middle of the food. Foods also continue to
cook by conduction during standing time.

FOOD CHARACTERISTICS

Quantity: The amount of food placed in a microwave oven has a direct effect on the cooking time. Small amounts of food
or liquid require less cooking time than larger amounts of the same substance. As quantity increases, concentration
decreases.
Size: Small pieces cook faster than large ones. To speed cooking, cut pieces smaller than two inches (5 cm), so microwaves
can penetrate to the middle from all sides. Pieces which are similar in size and shape cook more evenly.
Shape: Many foods are uneven, like a chicken, ribs or broccoli. The thin parts will cook faster than the thick parts, while
uniformly thick foods cook evenly. To compensate for irregular shapes, place thin pieces toward the center of the dish
and thicker pieces toward the edge of the dish.
Starting Temperature: Frozen or refrigerated foods take longer to cook than foods at room temperature.
Bone and Fat: Because bones conduct heat, the side of the meat the bone is on will cook first, while boneless cuts cook
slower but more evenly. Fat attracts microwaves. The middle of these foods are cooked by heat conduction.
Moisture Content: Microwaves are attracted by moisture. Naturally moist foods absorb microwaves better than dry ones.
Add a minimum of liquid to moist foods, as excess water slows cooking.
Density: The density of food determines how easily the microwaves can penetrate and how quickly it will cook. Porous
foods, like chopped beef or mashed potatoes, microwave faster than dense ones like steak or whole potatoes.
Piercing: Steam builds up pressure in foods which are tightly covered by a skin or membrane. Pierce potatoes, egg yolks
and chicken livers to prevent bursting.

MICROWAVE TECHNIQUES

Stirring: Stir foods from outside to center of dish once or twice during cooking to equalize heat and speed microwaving.
Foods will not burn or stick, so there’s no need to stir constantly as you do in conventional cooking.
Arrangement: Arrange foods with thin or delicate ends, Iike drumsticks or asparagus spears with the thick or tougher portions
to the outside of the dish. The parts which need more cooking will receive more energy, so food will microwave evenly.

Spacing: Individual foods, such as baked potatoes and cupcakes will cook more evenly if placed in the oven an equal
distance apart. When possible, arrange foods in a circular pattern. Similarly, when placing foods in a baking dish, arrange
around the outside of dish, not lined up next to each other. Food should not be stacked on top of each other.
Rearrangement: Rearrange overlapping areas, Iike tails of long fish fillets, from top to bottom, and closely packed pieces, like
meatballs, from the outside to the center of the dish.

COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED)

Standing Time: Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking. Microwave energy creates heat in the outer
layers of the food. As a result of normal conduction, the food continues to cook for a few minutes after removal from the oven.
Letting roasts, large whole vegetables, casseroles and cakes stand to finish cooking allows the middles to cook completely
without overcooking, drying or toughening the outsides.

CoverIng: Covering speeds cooking time, retains moisture, tenderizes, insures even cooking and prevents spattering.
Casserole lids or plastic wrap are used for a tighter seal. Vent plastic by turning back one edge at the side of dish to form a
narrow slot where excess steam can escape. Various degrees of moisture retention are also obtained by using wax paper or
paper towels.

Browning: Microwave energy cooks some foods so quickly that the fats and sugars within the food do not have time to
caramelize and give a "browned" appearance. Browning agents do not affect the quality of microwaved foods, but can add
color and flavor. For meats and poultry, use bouquet sauce diluted with water or melted butter, soy, Worcestershire, barbecue
or steak sauce, a sprinkling of paprika or dry gravy mix; jelly glaze or crumb coating. Frosting and topping finish cakes and
breads. Top casseroles at the end of microwaving with grated cheese or crumbs.
Some Foods do not Microwave Well

Eggs in Shells and hard boiled eggs can burst.

Pancakes do not crust, but they reheat well. Fully-prepared, frozen pancakes are available for microwaving.
Deep Fat Frying can cause burns.

Bottles with narrow necks may shatter if heated.

Pop Popcorn only in special microwave poppers. Do not use oil unless specified by the manufacturer, or heat longer
than recommended. Never pop popcorn in paper bags or glass utensils or directly on the glass tray.

HOT SNACKS AND APPETIZERS

Hot hors d'oeuvres and appetizers can be prepared very quickly in the oven by the hostess, or individual servings may be
prepared by guests.
Many appetizers may be cooked on the serving platter, provided the platter does not have metal trim. A time saver tip prepare these foods ahead of time, refrigerate or freeze and refresh in the oven at serving time. A plate of appetizers will
take only seconds to prepare or refresh.
Cheese melts very rapidly and will toughen if overcooked, so watch foods combined with cheese closely so that
overcooking will not occur. As soon as cheese starts to bubble, cooking is completed.
Appetizers that have a crisp pastry exterior are best prepared in a conventional oven.
To prepare appetizers wrapped in bacon, it will be necessary to precook the bacon and then wrap around the foods.
Oysters wrapped in bacon are easier to prepare in the broiler of your conventional range.
Seafood mixtures can be prepared in serving shells as microwave energy will pass through the seafood shells without
heating. Aluminum foil should not be used for shells.
If spreads are placed on crackers, care should be taken not to overcook as moisture from the food will cause crackers to
become soggy. Crackers used for spreads should be very dry and crisp. This helps avoid sogginess. Heat only until
spread is at serving temperature.
The time required to heat all appetizers will depend on the amount of food, and the number and the type of dish selected.
Remember the food will become very hot even if the dish is cool. Cheese mixtures retain heat longer when heated with
microwave energy.

COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED)
MEATS
Guide for Cooking Meats
Roasts, chops, hamburgers and small cuts of tender meat cook beautifully in the microwave oven. Most
roasts can be cooked rare, medium rare or even well done in less than one hour. Less tender cuts of
meat such as pot roast can be simmered fork tender in a sauce or gravy. Tough cuts that require slow
cooking will do better in the conventional range or oven. A large piece of meat, especially if the shape is
uneven, should be turned over occasionally for uniform roasting.
Meat

Power
Level

Cooking Time
(per lb)

Standing
Time

Special Notes

Beef Roast
Rare
Medium
Well

80
80
80

7 - 9 min.
8 - 11 min.
11 - 13 min.

5 - 7 min.
10 - 15 min.
10 - 15 min.

Turn over after half the time.

Pork Roast
Bone-in
Boneless

80
80

11 - 15 min.
15 - 18 min.

10 min.
10 - 15 min.

Cover with plastic wrap.
Turn over after half the time.

Lamb Roast
Bone-in Medium
Well
Boneless Medium
Well

80
80
80
80

7 - 9 min.
9 - 12 min.
9 - 12 min.
10 - 14 min.

10 - 12 min.
10 - 15 min.
10 - 12 min.
10 - 15 min.

Beef Patties (3 1/2 oz) each
2 patties
100
4 patties
100

2-1/2 - 3 min.
4 - 6 min.

5 - 7 min.
5 - 7 min.

Turn over and rearrange
after half the time.

Meat Loaf
(2lbs)

15 - 18 min.

10 - 12 min.

Cover with wax paper.

5 - 7 min.

—

100

Bacon
Slices (4 strips) 100
(1 slice; weight: 1 oz,
length: 11 in.)
Ham
Slices (1 in. thick) 50
4 slices

Turn over after half the time.

Cover with a microwaveable
plastic cover.
7 - 9 min.

5 - 7 min.

Cover with plastic wrap.

COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED)
POULTRY
Guide for Cooking Poultry
Chicken is one of the most popular foods and microwaving chicken is one of the best uses of your
microwave oven. Chicken stays juicy and tender in the microwave oven. However, juiciness prevents
browning because chicken crisps and browns only when the skin dries out enough to change color.
Standing time is important, because it allows the interior to finish cooking without toughening the delicate
breast meat.
Food

Power
Level

Cooking Time
(per lb)

Standing
Time

Special Notes

Chicken whole

100

6 - 8 min.

10 - 15 min.

Place breast side up on

Chicken cut up

100

6 - 8 min.

7 - 10 min.

roasting rack. Let stand,

Turkey

6 - 8 min.

10 -15 min.

covered, before serving.

Cornish Hens

100

6 - 8 min.

7 - 10 min.

Turkey Breast

8 - 10 min.

5 - 7 min.

Roast

Rearrange once during
cooking. Cover with wax paper.

SEAFOOD
Guide for Cooking Seafood
Microwaving is one of the easiest and most efficient ways of preparing fish and seafood, which stay
delicate and tender with quick, moist cooking. Overcooking dries out and toughens seafood, so you
should check it after the minimum time. If thick pieces like fish steaks or lobster tails are done on the
outside, but still slightly translucent in the middle, let them stand for a few minutes; internal heat will
complete the cooking.
Food

Power
Level

Cooking Time

Standing
Time

Special Notes

Whole Fish
100
(1 lb to 1 1/2 lbs)

6 - 7-1/2 min.

5 min.

Turn over after half the time.

Fish Fillet
(1 lb)

100

6 - 7-1/2 min.

4 - 5 min.

Turn over after half the time.

Fish Steak
1 inch thick
(1 lb)

100

4 - 6 min.

5 - 6 min.

Turn over after half the time.
Cover with wax paper.

Shrimp
(1 lb)

100

3 - 4-1/2 min.

5 min.

Rearrange once during cooking.
Cover with plastic wrap.

Sea Scallops
(1 lb)

6 - 7-1/2 min min.

5 min.

Rearrange once during cooking.
Cover with plastic wrap.

COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED)
EGGS & CHEESE
Guide for Cooking Eggs & Cheese
CHEESE
Cheese melts quickly and smoothly. When serving cheese as an appetizer, flavor is at peak when served
at room temperature. Use a low power level for melting. Cheese melts best when shredded and heated
with milk or other liquids. Stir cheese mixtures several times for even heating.
EGGS
Eggs cook differently by microwave. The high fat content of egg yolks absorb energy, so yolks cook faster
than whites. It's easy to poach eggs in a microwave oven, but if you want soft yolks, remove eggs from the
oven before whites are completely cooked. A brief standing time allows whites to set without overcooking
yolks. Check eggs for completion of cooking early, they toughen when overcooked.
When eggs and yolks are mixed together for omelets, scrambled eggs or custards, they cook evenly and
need less stirring than the conventional cooking methods.
Do not try to cook eggs in the shell. Steam can build up inside the shells, causing them to burst.

•

Scrambled Eggs
Eggs

Butter

Milk or
Water

Cook on
Power 10

Procedure

1 Tbsp

2 Tbsp

1 - 2-1/2 min.

1 Tbsp

2 Tbsp

2 - 3-1/2 min.

2 Tbsp

4 Tbsp

3 - 5 min.

Place butter in small casserole and melt.
Add eggs and milk, scrambling with fork.
Cook as directed in chart, breaking up
and stirring eggs twice.
Let stand,
covered, before serving.

Poached Eggs
Eggs Water

Cook Water
on Power 10

Cook Eggs
on Power 8

Standing
Time

1 1/2 cups

3 - 5 min.

1-1/2 min.

2 min.

1 1/2 cups

3 - 5 min.

2 - 3 min.

2 min.

2 cups

5 - 6 min.

3 - 5 min.

2 min.

Procedure
Place water into medium casserole. Cook at
High until boiling. Break eggs, one at a time,
into separate dish, pierce yolk once with
wooden pick and slip egg carefully into hot
water, cook as directed in chart.

VEGETABLES

COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED)

Guide for Cooking Fresh Vegetables
Nutrition research indicates that many microwaved vegetables and fruits lose less water soluble vitamin C
than when cooked conventionally. This is due to shorter cooking time and to the fact that less cooking water is
needed when microwaving fruits and vegetables. Best of all, vegetables keep their fresh color, texture and
flavor. Vegetables should be microwaved covered with vented plastic wrap or a casserole lid. Vegetables
cooked in their skins, such as potatoes, are already so tightly covered that they should be pricked with a fork
before cooking in order to release excess steam. To assure even cooking, vegetables should be cut in
uniform pieces and stirred during the cooking time. Always add salt to water before adding vegetables.
Reduce time a minute or two for crisp-tender texture. Increase time for very soft texture. Remember to allow
standing time of two to five minutes after cooking, because as most foods do, vegetables will continue to cook
after they are removed from the microwave oven.
Food

Water
Amount

Cook on
Power 10

Standing Special Notes
Time

Asparagus
Spears (1lb)
Cuts (1lb) 1/2 cup

1/4 cup
5 - 7 min.
5 - 6 min. 2-1/2 min.

2 min.

Medium Casserole. Rearrange once.

Fresh green (1/2lb)

1/4 cup

5 - 7 min.

2 min.

Stir twice.

Frozen green (1/2lb)

2 Tbsp

6 - 7 min.

2 min.

Stir twice.

Green Peas (2 cups)

1/4 cup

4 - 6-1/2 min.

2 min.

Small casserole. Stir twice.

Broccoli (2 cups)

1/4 cup

4 - 6-1/2 min.

2 min.

Medium casserole.
Rearrange once during cooking.

Brussels Sprouts (1lb)

1/4 cup

7 - 8 min.

2 - 3 min. Medium casserole. Stir once.

Cabbage (1lb)

1/4 cup

6 - 7-1/2 min.

2 - 5 min. Rearrange once during cooking.

Cauliflower pieces (1 head)

1/4 cup

6 - 7-1/2 min.

2 - 5 min. Wrap in plastic wrap.
Stir once.

Mushroom slices (1/2lb)

2 Tbsp

4 - 6- min.

2 - 3 min. Small casserole. Stir once.

Beans

SOUPS
Guide for Cooking Soups
Satisfy appetites with savory soups prepared in your microwave oven. Follow our recipes for homemade
soups and stews or adapt your favorites by using similar cooking times and techniques.
Food

Power
Level

Cooking Time

Standing
Time

Special Notes

100
80

5 -6 min.
5 - 7-1/2 min.

2 - 3 min.
2 - 3 min.

Stir halfway through
cooking time. Cover.

5 - 8min.

2 - 3 min.

1 envelope (10 1/2 oz)

100
then
60

2-1/2 - 4 min.

Add water.
Cover with lid.
Stir twice.

Broth (10 1/2 oz)

100

4 - 5-1/2 min.

2 - 3 min.

Stir twice. Cover

Canned Condensed
Cream style, Bean, Pea
or Mushroom (10 1/2 11 1/2 oz)
With Water
With Milk
Dry Soup Mix

COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED)

SAUCES

Guide for Cooking Sauces

Sauces boil over rapidly, especially those that contain milk. As soon as the door is opened, cooking stops.
If ingredients are not taken directly from the refrigerator, cooking time will be less than given in the recipe.
Stir sauce quickly, about every 30 seconds to eliminate lumps. Be sure to use a container twice the size of
the amount of liquid to prevent boiling over.
A wooden spoon may be left in the dish while sauce is cooking for easy stirring. If sauce is stirred slowly,
cooking time may require about 15 seconds longer. If desired, a 1 quart glass measure may be used to
prepare some sauces.

White Sauce
Amount

Butter

Flour

Milk

1 cup, thin

1 Tbsp

1 cup

thick 3 Tbsp

3 Tbsp

1 cup

med. 2 Tbsp

Brown Gravy
Amount

1 cup, thin

Fat from
Drippings
1 Tbsp

med. 1 Tbsp
thick

2 Tbsp

1 Tbsp

1 cup

Flour
1 Tbsp

1 Tbsp

Cook
Butter

45 sec.

1 min.
1 min.

Cook
Sauce

1-1/2 - 4 min.

3 - 4-1/2 min.

Liquid or
Drippings

Cook on
Power 10

1 cup

3 - 5 min.

1 cup

2 - 4 min.

3 - 5 min.

Special Notes
Cook on Full power as directed
or until thickened, stirring once.
Let stand, covered, before
serving.

CASSEROLES

Casseroles may require occasional stirring to distribute heat. They cook more evenly when made with
ingredients of similar size and shape. Because of their shorter cooking time, casseroles cooked in the
microwave oven generally need less liquid. Casseroles with cream and cheese sauces, or meats which
need slower cooking to tenderize, cook best on power level 4.
When cooking a favorite casserole, make two and freeze the second for future use. Line a casserole or
baking dish with plastic wrap. Transfer the cooked food to the lined container and freeze. As soon as the
food is frozen in the shape of the dish, remove it and wrap with freezer paper. Later it can be unwrapped
and returned to the container for defrosting and heating.

Dry Casserole Mixtures

Many prepared box type casseroles are available on the grocery shelves. Many have freeze dried foods or
evaporated foods included. Cooking periods are so short there may not be time for the foods to absorb the
moisture sufficiently and reconstitute the foods. To prepare this type, boil the amount of water recommended
on the package. Add the noodles (when included), cover and cook for approximately 10 minutes. Allow
noodles to stand covered for an additional 10 minutes, rinse with warm water and drain. Then follow
package directions for preparing the mix. Reheat four to six minutes before serving.

COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED)
SANDWICHES, INCLUDING HAMBURGERS AND HOT DOGS
Guide for Heating Sandwiches
Sandwiches heat very quickly because, being porous, they have a low density. Since the filling is usually
more dense than the bread or rolls, the filling determines the heating time. Surprisingly, the filling will
always be hotter than the bread feels. Care must be taken not to overcook as the bread will become
tough. Use several thin slices of meat. Thin slices heat more quickly and are better than one thick slice.
The slow heating thick slice often causes the bread to overcook before the meat is hot. Sandwiches may
be placed on a paper plate, napkin or paper towel to be warmed. The sandwich should be covered with a
paper towel. Remove wrapping immediately after warming. Already-baked frozen breads and rolls may be
used for sandwiches. The filling, however, should be thawed first. Toasted bread is fine for sandwiches
and provides a firm base. The toast is warmed only; no further browning occurs.
Food

Amount

Cook
on Power 10

Special Notes

Sandwich
(6 oz)

1
2
4

1 min.
2 - 3 min.
3 - 5 min.

Hamburger
(4 oz)

1
4

1 min.
3 - 5 min.

Cover with paper towel.

Hot Dogs
(2 oz)

2 - 2-1/2 min.

Cover with paper towel.

Sloppy Joes

4-1/2 min.

Place on microwaveable plate.

Place on paper towels.

PASTA & GRAINS
Guide for Cooking Pasta and Grains
Raw long grain rice takes time to rehydrate. Microwaving time is a little shorter than conventional, but the
greatest advantage is the ease with which you can prepare fluffy rice without sticking or burning. Cooked
rice and pasta reheat easily in the microwave oven without loss of flavor or texture. No extra water is
needed to prevent sticking or drying, so there's no danger of overcooking rice and pasta or thinning
sauces.
Food

Hot
Water

Salt

Oil or
Butter

Power
Level

Cooking
Time

Standing
Time

Egg Noodles

4 cups

1 tsp.

1 Tbsp.

Macaroni

4 cups

1 tsp.

1 Tbsp.

100

6 - 8 min.

2 - 5 min.

100

7-1/2 - 10 min.

2 - 5 min.

Spaghetti

4 cups

1 tsp.

1 Tbsp.

100

8 - 11 min.

2 - 5 min.

Lasagna Noodles 4 cups

1 tsp.

1 Tbsp.

100

11 - 14 min.

2 - 5 min.

1 tsp.

100
then
80

5 - 7 min.

1 tsp.

Pasta (8 oz)

Rice, Long Grain
White Rice (1 cup) 2 cups

Brown Rice (1 cup) 2 cups

100
then
80

1/2 tsp. 1 tsp.

5 - 7 min.
9 - 12 min.
5 - 7 min.
5 - 7 min.
20 - 27 min.

COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED)
CEREALS
Microwaved hot cereals can be cooked directly in the cereal bowl and make cleaning up easy.

CONVENIENCE FOODS
Frozen Foods
A large variety of frozen foods, special dishes and dinners are available and the selections continue to increase. The
market is changing rapidly, therefore it is impossible to list the foods and types available and recommend cooking
procedures. In this book we can only give general directions to assist you.

T.V. Dinners
To prepare a T.V. dinner, follow the maker’s instructions for use with microwave ovens. To cook a T.V. dinner will require
approximately four to seven minutes for the food to thaw and heat to serving temperature (depending on the types of
food). Allow plastic wrap to remain over the dish for two minutes to allow heat to equalize. Dinners that contain mashed
potatoes have presented a bit of a problem due to the large compact mass of this particular food. You may want to
remove about half the mashed potatoes after defrosting is started, then spread the remaining potatoes over the individual
section of the tray. Heat the removed mashed potatoes in an individual dish. For foods that should be crisp when cooking
is completed, remove the plastic wrap and use the broiler of a conventional range to crisp the food.

Individual Frozen Foods
These may be commercially prepared or frozen at home. Place the container of frozen food in the oven and heat only
until the food starts to defrost and can be removed easily. Empty contents into a casserole or serving dish and continue to
defrost and heat. Do not heat foods in deep foil containers. To crisp and brown special toppings, use the broiler of a
conventional range. If allowed to heat to serving temperature in a plastic container, the container will warp or melt from
the high heat of food.

Frozen Foods in Cooking Pouches or Boilable Bags
To prepare these foods, slit the plastic bag. An X-type cut will help remove the food at the end of cooking time. Place the
cut side down on a serving dish (with no metal trim). Heat foods other than vegetables for about three minutes. Frozen
vegetables require about nine to 10 minutes of cooking time. Allow the pouch bag to remain over the food for about two
minutes to allow time for the heat to equalize. Foods prepared in cheese or white sauce should be removed from the
pouch and placed in a glass casserole dish and stirred to prevent overcooking of the sauce around the edges of the dish.

Complete Meals from Table Leftovers
Complete meals from leftovers can be prepared in advance. Foods can be frozen and ready for quick heating in the oven
at any time. Choose foods suitable for freezing and put serving portions on paper, glass or china (no metal trim) plates.
Wrap with recommended freezer paper and freeze quickly. When apportioning the servings of food on the plate, use
approximately the same amount of each kind of food for more even heating. Mashed potatoes will heat quicker if spread
slightly and hollowed, with a pat of butter in the center. To prevent small pieces of vegetables, corn, peas, etc., from
dehydrating during heating, mound well near the center of the plate.

COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED)

DESSERTS
There's always time to make dessert with a microwave oven. Fruit desserts have a remarkably fresh
flavor and texture. Microwaved cakes are higher and more tender than conventionally baked; since
cakes are usually frosted, browning is unimportant. Microwaved pie crusts are exceptionally tender and
flaky, while delicate custards and puddings are easy to prepare.
Guide for Cooking Cakes
Food

Power
Level

Cake, round
(Mixed 9 inch)

Ring or Angel Food Cake
Muffin (6 muffins)

100
80
80

Cooking Time
3 - 5 min.
4 - 6 min.

5 - 6 min.

4 - 6 min.

Standing
Time

2 - 5 min.
2 - 5 min.

2 - 5 min.

Special Notes
Pour into greased and wax
paper lined cake dishes.

Cover with wax paper.
Rearrange once.

Custard (6 servings)
60
8 - 11 min.
5 - 7 min. Rearrange once.
Baking
• Bar cookies work best. Greasing or lining of the microwaveable baking dish is optional.
• If insufficient browning disturbs you, frost, glaze or add food coloring to white or yellow batters.
• A serviceable microwaveable cookie sheet can be made by covering cardboard with waxed paper.
• Round glass baking dishes, and fluted or smooth microwaveable ring molds work best for cakes. You
can make a microwaveable ring mold of your own by placing a medium-size glass in the center of a
round glass baking dish.
• Because your cakes will rise higher in microwave cooking, never fill microwaveable cake pans more
than half full.
• Reduce baking powder and soda by approximately one-fourth when converting a conventional recipe.
• Fill paper-lined muffin cups to only half full which allows for muffins to rise more than normal.
• You can prepare your own "brown 'n serve" breads and rolls by baking them ahead of time in the
microwave oven. Then, place them in a conventional oven to brown prior to serving.
• Breads and rolls should be reheated to the point where they are warm to the touch. Overheating or
overcooking makes bread tough and rubbery.
• When making yeast bread in a microwave oven, choose a recipe with cornmeal, whole wheat flour, or
rye flour to achieve a richer color.
WEIGHT & MEASURE CONVERSION CHART
• POUNDS & OUNCES TO GRAMS
POUNDS (lbs)
1/4
1/2
3/4
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11

GRAMS (g)
114
227
341
454
907
1361
1814
2268
2722
3175
3629
4082
4536
4990

OUNCES (oz)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

GRAMS (g)
28
57
85
113
142
170
198
227

• FLUID MEASUREMENTS
1 Cup =
1 Pint =
1 Quart =
1 Gallon =

OUNCES (oz)
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16

8 fluid ounces =
16 fluid ounces =
32 fluid ounces =
128 fluid ounces =

GRAMS (g)
255
284
312
340
369
397
425
454

240 ml
480 ml
960 ml
3840 ml

SPECIFICATIONS
Item
Power Supply
Microwave Output Power
Microwave Frequency
Outside Dimensions
Cavity Dimensions
Weight
Timer

Rating Specification
120V 15A single phase with grounding 60Hz AC
900W
2450MHz
12 (H) x 20 (W) x 16.2 (D) inches (305 x 508 x 413mm)
8.5 (H) x 13.8 (W) x 13 (D) inches (215 x 350 x 330mm)
35 Lbs (Approx) (15.9kg)
Digital 99 minutes, 99 seconds

BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE

Refer to the following checklist before you call for service:

The oven does not work:
1. Check that the power cord is securely plugged in.
2. Check that the door is firmly closed.
3. Check that the cooking time is set.
4. Check for a blown circuit fuse or tripped main circuit breaker in your house.
5. Check that the Child Lock feature is not engaged.
Sparking in the cavity:
1. Check the containers, dishes or utensils in the oven and make sure they are not metal or have metal trim.

SERVICE

TO FIND THE LOCATION AND PHONE
NUMBER OF YOUR NEAREST SERVICE
CENTER PERMITTED TO PERFORM
WARRANTY...

CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098

FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE
PLEASE CALL:

1-800-898-9020

FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE WRITE TO:
Emerson Radio Corp.,
Consumer Affairs Dept.,
5101 Statesman Drive,
Irving, TX 75063.

LIMITED WARRANTY
MICROWAVE OVENS

Emerson Radio Corp. Warrants this product to be free from manufacturing defects in original material, including original parts, and
workmanship under normal use and conditions (“manufacturing defect”) for a period of one (1) year from date of original purchase in,
and if used in, the United States (“warranty”). Should service be necessary under this warranty, Emerson will provide the following at
an Independent Service Center or Regional Repair Facility permitted by Emerson to perform repairs, provided the manufacturing defect
is verified along with the date of purchase:
* Repair service for one (1) year from date of original purchase at no charge for labor and parts.
* Replacement of a defective magnetron for seven (7) year from date of original purchase (labor not included after initial twelve (12)
months).

There are Independent Service Center and Regional Repair Facilities located through out the country. For one nearest you, DIAL TOLL
FREE: 1-800-695-0098. In the event the product must be mailed to a Regional Repair Facility which is permitted by Emerson to
perform repairs:
* Pack the unit in a well-padded heavy corrugated box.
* Enclose your check or money order payable to the REGIONAL REPAIR FACILITY in the amount of $ 15.00 to cover return
shipping and handling costs.
* Enclose a copy of your proof of purchase (warranty service will not be provided without dated proof of purchase).
* Ship the unit prepaid via UPS or parcel post (insured).
NOTE: This warranty does not cover:
(a) Damage to equipment not properly connected to the product.
(b) Cost incurred in the shipping of the product to and from a Regional Repair Facility permitted by Emerson to perform warranty
repairs.
(c) Damage or improper operation of unit caused by customer abuse, misuse, negligence, or failure to follow operating instructions
provided with the product.
(d) Ordinary adjustments to the product which can be performed by customer as outlined in the owner’s manual.
(e) Signal reception problems caused by external antenna or cable systems.
(f) Products not purchased in the United States.
(g) Damage to product if used outside the United States.

THIS WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE AND APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AND DOES NOT EXTEND TO
SUBSEQUENT OWNERS OF THE PRODUCT. ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO A PERIOD OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY AS PROVIDED HEREIN
BEGINNING WITH THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE AT RETAIL AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, SHALL APPLY TO THE PRODUCT THEREAFTER. EMERSON MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE FITNESS OF THE
PRODUCT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE.

THE EXTENT OF EMERSON RADIO CORP’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL EMERSON RADIO CORP’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY
THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL EMERSON RADIO CORP. BE LIABLE FOR ANY
LOSS, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION
WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. HOWEVER, YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY
FROM STATE TO STATE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR EXCLUSION OF
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, THEREFORE THESE RESTRICTIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

The serial number can be found on the back cabinet. We suggest that you record the serial number of your unit in the space below for
future reference.
Model Numer: MW9090SS

Serial Number:_____________________________________________________________
MV1094F

900W MICROWAVE OVEN

OWNER’S MANUAL
MW9090SS
Visit our web site at www.emersonradio.com

EMERSON
PART NO. 80-5121
509-01

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