Kenmore Elite 72180832500 User Manual MICROWAVE RANGE HOOD Manuals And Guides 1006672L
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Table of
Contents
Warranty ........................................................... 2
Sears Service .................................................. 3
Microwave Oven Safety .................................. 4
Getting to Know Your
Microwave Oven .............................................. 7
How your Kenmore Microwave Hood
Combination works ....................................... 7
Radio interference ........................................ 7
Testing your microwave oven ....................... 7
Testing your dinnerware or cookware .......... 8
Operating safety precautions ........................ 8
Electrical connection .................................... 8
Microwave oven features ............................. 9
Installing glass tray ..................................... 10
Installation instructions for glass tray .......... 11
Oven control panel ...................................... 12
Using Your Microwave Oven ....................... 13
How to use your new dial control .................. 13
Function Selections ....................................... 13
Clock ............................................................. 13
Kitchen Timer ................................................ 14
Vent ............................................................... 14
Light .............................................................. 14
Add 30 second .............................................. 14
Manual cook ................................................ 15
Manual cook in stages ................................ 15
Cooking guide for power levels ................... 16
Options ........................................................ 17
Soften & Melt .............................................. 17
Child Lock ................................................... 17
Favorites ..................................................... 18
Using Sensor Cooking .................................. 19
Sensor operating instructions ....................... 19
Sensor cook guide ........................................ 19
Popcorn ......................................................... 19
Cook .............................................................. 20
Reheat .......................................................... 20
Defrost .......................................................... 21
Weight conversion chart ............................... 21
Defrosting tips ............................................... 21
Defrost chart ................................................. 22
Caring for Your Microwave Oven ................. 24
Caring for the filters ....................................... 25
Replacing the cooktop and oven lights ......... 26
Microwave Cooking Tips ............................... 27
Questions and Answers ................................ 29
Troubleshooting ............................................. 30
Service ............................................. Back cover
2
Microwave Hood
Combination
Warranty
One Year LimitedWarranty
When installed,operatedand maintainedaccordingto all
instructionssupplied withthe product,if this appliancefails
dueto a defect in materialorworkmanshipwithin oneyear
from the date of purchase,call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®to
arrangefor free repair.
Five-yearLimitedWarrantyon the Magnetron
For fiveyears fromthe date of purchase,if the magnetronin
this microwaveoven fails dueto a defect in materialor
workmanship, Searswill replacethe magnetron.Safety
regulationsrequirethe magnetronto be installedby Sears.
After the first year,the customerassumesany laborcosts
associatedwith magnetronreplacement.
Ifthis appliance is used for other than privatefamily
purposes,this warranty appliesfor only 90 daysfrom 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.
Disclaimerof impliedwarranties;limitationof remedies
Customer'ssole andexclusiveremedyunderthislimited
warrantyshall be product repairasprovided herein Implied
warranties,includingwarrantiesofmerchantabilityorfitness
for aparticularpurpose,arelimitedto oneyear orthe shortest
periodallowedby law.Sears shall not be liablefor incidental
orconsequentialdamages. Some statesand provincesdo
not allow the exclusionor limitationof incidentalor
consequentialdamages, or limitationson the duration of
impliedwarrantiesof merchantabilityor fitness,so these
exclusionsor limitationsmay not applyto you.
This warranty appliesonly while this applianceis used in the
UnitedStates and Canada.
This warranty givesyou specificlegalrights,and you may
also have other rightswhichvary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates,
IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8
Sears Service
Master Protection Agreements
Congratulations on making a smart purchase.
Your new Kenmore ® product is designed and manufactured for years of 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.
Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect yourself from unexpected hassle
and expense.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product. Here's
what's included in the Agreement:
5_ Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair specialists
Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs
"No-lemon" guarantee - replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures
occur within twelve months
Product replacement if your covered product can not be fixed
I_ Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request - no extra charge
I_ Fast help by phone - phone support from a Sears technician on products requiring in-home
repair, plus convenient repair scheduling
I_ Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations
Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised
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.
Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have access to over 4.5 million quality
parts and accessories. That's the kind of professionalism you can count on to help prolong the life of
your new purchase for years to come. Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information call 1-800-827-
6655.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears professiona/insta//ation of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and
other major home items, in the U.S.A. call
1-800-4-MY-HOME®
3
Microwave Oven 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 hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word
"DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously injured
if you do not follow these instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured
if you do not follow these instructions.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, 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:
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns,
electrical 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
at the end of this section.
• Install or locate the microwave oven 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• The microwave oven should be serviced only
qualified service personnel. Call an author_ed
serv#e company for examination, repair or
a_ustment.
° See door surface cleaning instr_tions in the "Caring
for Your Mbrowave Oven" section.
° To reduce the r_skof fire inthe oven cavity:
- Do not overcook f@d. Carefully attend to the
microwave oven when paper, plastb or other
cembustible materials are placed inside the oven to
facilitate cooking.
- Remwe 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 fur or circuit breaker
panel.
- Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not
leave paper products, oookJng_ensits or food in
the cavity when not in use.
•Suitable for use @ore both gas and electrb cooking
equipment.
•Intended to _ used above ranges with m_imum
width of 36 i_hes (91 cm),
° Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should
not be allow_ to accumulate on hood or flitch
° When cooking foo_ 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 filten
° O'vers_ed foode or oversized metal utensils should
not be,inserted in the m#rov_ve oven as they may
create,a fire or risk of electrical sho_.
° Do not cle_ with metal scouring pads Pieces can
burn off the pad and touch electri_i paJts invoMng a
risk of electrical shock
"i Do not store anything direct#j on top of the
microwave oven when the microwave oven is in
operation.
• Do not _ver or block any o_nings on the
microwave oven.
• Do not store this microwave oven outdoors, Do not
use the m#rowave oven near water, for example,
near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a
swimming pool or similar location.
• Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not let card hang over edge of table or counter.
• Do not mount over a sink
• Do not _ver racks or any other _rt of the oven with
metal fo& This will cause overheating of the oven.
• Liquids such as water, cdfee, or tea are able to
be overheated beyond the boiling point without
appearing to be boiling due to surface tension of
the Hquid. VisiMe bubMing or boiling when the
container is removed from the microwave oven is
not a_ways 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.
1) Do not overheat the liquid,
2) Stir the liquid both before and halPwaythrough
heating it,
3) Do not use straight-sided containers with
narrow necks,
4) After heating, allow the container to stand
in the microwave oven for a short time before
removing the container.
5) Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or
other utensil into the container,
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOS, URE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
(a) Do not attempt to _rate this oven v,_ththe
door open since _n - mr _era_n c_n
resu_ in ha_ful ex_ure to microwave
energy. It _ important not to defeat or tampor
;with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not p_ce any object between the oven
front face ar_ the door or allow soil or cleaner
rescue to a_muAte on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is _maged. It is
particularly important that the oven door dose
properly and _,at there is r# damage to _e:
(1) _r (bent),
(2) Hinges and latches (broken or I_ened),
(3) Door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The oven shou_ not be adjusted or repaired
by anyone except propedy qualified service
personnel
Electrical
requirements
Observe all governing codes and
ordinances. A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only,
20 amp fused e;ectrica; supply is
required. (A time=delay fuse is recommended.)
it is recommendeid that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into agrounded 3-prong
outlet. _ not remove ground
prong. Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord_
Failure to follow these
instructions _n result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
GROUNDING
*For all cord connected appliances:
The microwave oven must be grounded.
_nthe event of an el_trical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electrical
shock by providing an escape wire for the
e_ectric 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: ;mproper use of the
grounding can result in arisk of electrical
shock.
Consult a quaiifi_ eiectrician if the grounding
instructions are not completely understo_, or
if doubt exists as to whether the microwave
oven is properly grounded.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Do not use an extension cord, If the power
supply cord is too short, have a qualified
electrician to install an outlet near the
microwave oven.
"i For a permanently connected appliance:
Contact a qualifi_ electrician to instil.
INSTRUCTIONS
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Thissectiondiscussesthe_nceptsbehindmicrowave_oking.Italsoshowsyouthebasicsyouneedto knowto
operateyourmicrowaveovenPleasereadthisinformationbeforeyouuseyouroven.
HOW YOUR KENMORE MICROWAVE HOOD
COMBINATION WORKS
Microwave ener_ is not hot. It causes food to make
its own heat, and it's this heat that cooks the food.
Microwaves are like TV waves, radio waves, or
light waves. You cannot see them, but you can we
what they do.
Am_netron in the microwave oven produces
microwaves. Re microwaves move into the oven
where they contact food as it turns on the turntable.
M,ag_tron
ii_ ii! i
Metal floor GA_s tray Guide, _ay
The glass turntable dyour microwave oven lets
microwaves pass through. Then they bounce off a
metal floor, back through the glass turntable, and
are absorbed by the food.
Microwaves _ss through most glass, paper and
plasti_ without heating them so food absorbs the
energy. Microwaves bounce off metal containers so
food does not absorb the energy.
The Microwave System features Sensor C_king
functions. A humidly" sensor in the oven cavity detects
mo_ture and humidi_j emitted from food as it heats.
The sensor adjusts cooking times to various _pes and
amounts of food. Sensor cooking takes the guess work
out dmicrowave cooking.
For the best cooking results
eAilways _k food for the shortest cooking time
recommended. Check to see how the food is
cooking
• Stir, turn over, or rearrange the food being
cooked about hal_ay through the cooking time
for all recipes. This will help make sure the food is
evenly cooked.
• ff you do, not have a_ver for adish, use wax
paper, or microwave-approved paper towels or
plastic wrap Remember to turn back a corner of
the plastic wrap to vent steam during cooking.
•Always remove the cooking rack from the oven
when the rack is not in use.
Radio interference
Using your microwave oven may cause interferen_
to your radio, TV, or similar equipment. When there
is interference, you can reduce it or remove it by:
• Cleaning the door and sealing surfaces of the
oven.
•Adjuring the receMng antenna of the radio or
television.
• _vmg the reviver away from the microwave
oven.
• P'l_ging the microwave oven into a different
outlet so that the microwave oven and rece_er are
on different branch circuits.
Testing your microwave oven
To test the oven put approximately 1 cup of cold
water in a glass container in the oven. Close the
door.
C_k at 100% _wer for 1 minute. When the time is
up, the water should be heated.
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Testing your dinnerware or cookware
Test din_ware or cookware before using. To
test a dish for safe use, put it into the oven with a
cup of water beside it. Cook at 100% cook power for
one minute. If the dish _ts hot, do not use it.
Some dishes (melamine, some _ramic dinnerware,
etc.) absorb microwave energy, becoming too hot to
handle and slowing cooking time. Cooking in metal
containers not designed for microwave use could
damage the oven, as could containers w_h hidden
metal (tv¢ist4ies, foil lining,staples, meta[Iic glue or
trim)
Operating safety precautions
•Never lean on the door or allow a child to swing on
it when the door is open.
•Use hot p_s. Microwave energy does not heat
containers, but the heat from the food can make
the container hot.
° DO not use newspaper or other printed paper in
the oven.
° Do not dry flowers, fnJR,herbs, wood, paper,
gourds, or clothes in the oven.
• Do _ start a microwave oven when it is empty.
Product life may be shortened. Ifyou practice
programming the oven, I_ a _ntainer of water in
the oven. It is normal for the oven door to Iook
wavy after the oven has been running for a while.
• DO _ try"to meR paraffin w_ in the oven. Paraffin
vcaxwill not melt in a microwave oven because it
allows microwaves to pass through it.
° DO not operate the microwave oven unless the
gl_ turntable is securely in place and can move
freely. The turntable can move in either direction.
Make sure the turntable is correct-side up in the
oven. Hand_ your turntable with care when
removing itfrom the oven to avoid po_ibly
breaking it. If your turntable cracks or breaks,
contact your dealer for a replacement.
°When you use a brownir_ dish, the browning
dish bottom must be at least 3/16 inch above the
turntable. Follow the directbns supplied with the
browning d_sh.
° Never cook or r_at awhole _g ins_e the
s_il, Steam buildup in whole, eg_ may cause
them to burst, and possibly damage the oven.
Slice hard-boiled eggs bdore heating. In rare
cases, p_ched eggs have _en known to
explode Cover poached eg_ and al_ a
standing time done minute before cutting into
them
•For best r_Jlts, stir any liquid several times
during heating or reheating. Liquidsheated in
_rtain containers (especially containers shaped
like cylinders) may _come overheated. The liquid
may splash out with a Ioud noise during or after
heating or when adding ingredients (coffee
granules, tea bags, etc.). This can harm the oven.
°M_owaves may not reach the center of a roast.
The heat spreads to the center, from the outside,
c_ked are_ just as in regular oven cooking. This
is one of the reasons for letting some foods (for
example, roasts or baked potato.) stand for a
while after cooking, or for stirring some foods
during the cooking time.
° DO not _ _ in the oven. Microwavable
utensils are not suitable and it is difficu_ to maintain
appropriate deepfeying temperatures.
° DO not overcook potatoes. At the end of the
recommended cooking time, potatoes should be
slightly firm because they will continue cooking
during s_anding time, After microwavi_;l, let
potatoes stand for 5 minutes They will finish
c_king wNe standing.
Electrical connection
If your electric power line or outlet vol_ge i Have a qualifie_ electricia_ ch_k you_ electric ]
less than 110 volts, cooking times may be longer, system. ]
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Microwave oven features
_or Handle Window with
Metal Shield l!
Mo_i and _riai
Number Plate Vent Grille
Cooking Rack
Cooking Guide
Door Safety
L_k System
Glass turntray /
Guide tray
Grease Filter
Control panel
_ktop/Countertop Light
Your microwave oven _ designed to make your
cooking exporier:_ as enjoyable an_dproductive
possible To get you up ar'# running quickly, the
foibwing is a list of the oven's bas_ features:
1. Metal Shieid_ Window. The shield prevents
m#rowaves from esc_ing. It is designed as a
_reen to allow you to view food _ Stcooks.
2. M_I and Serial Number Plate & _king
Gu_e Bbel
3. Charcoal Filter (behi_ Vent GHlle)
4. Vent Grille
5. Glass tu_ray /Guide tray. The g_a_ tray
moves food as _ cooks for more even _king. It
must be in the oven during _ra_n for best
_king results.
NOTE: the Even Glide Plus system is c._pable of
ha_ling dishes up toi 12 X i5 ir_hes.
6, Cooktop/Countertop Light
7. Grease Filter. _e '_aring for _e filters" section.
8. Control Panel. Touch the pads on this ponel to
perform al_functions.
9. Cooking Rack. Use for extra space when
_king in more t_n one container at the
same time. Remove _king rack when you are
r._t using it.
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Installing glass tray
2
3
1. Glass tray
2. Rotating ring
3. Gu_e tray
4. ShaR
The glass tray moves in both direction and
turns to help cook fo_ more evenly. Do not
operate the microwave oven without the glass
tray in place.
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To Install:
1. Place the guide tray on the oven cavi_ bottom.
The rollers on the shaft should fit inside the guide tray _ttom groove(see figure 1,2)
2. Place the rotating ring on the guide troy,
(see figure 3)
3. Place the glass tray on the rotating ring. Fit the rollers of the shaft between the raised,
hollowed groove of the glass tray _ttom, The rollers on the, rotating ring should fit inside
the glass troy bottom ridge.(see figure 4,5)
Figure 1Figure 2 Figure 3
Figure 4 Figure, 5
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Installation instructions for glass tray
To Install:
1. Place the guide tray on the oven cavity bottom. The rollers on the shaft should fit inside the guide
tray bottom groove. (see figure i, 2-1,2-2)
2. Place the rotating ring on the guide tray. (see figure 3)
3, Place the glass tray on the rotating ring, Fit the rollers of the shaft between the raised, hollowed
groove of the glass tray bottom. The rollers on the rotating ring should fit inside the glass tray
_ttom ridge. (see figure 4-1,4-2)
Figure iFigure 2-1 Figure 2-2
(the back of guide tray)
Figure 4-1 Figure 4-2
Using Oblong dish
When using an oblong dish, don't forget to place it in the center of the guide tray, or p_r
performance will result.
An oblong dish which is smaller than 13 inches should be plac_ on the glass tray. A dish larger than
13 inches should be placed on the raised edge of the guide tray preventing it from touching the glass
tray.
Otherwise, p_r performance will result. (see figure 6)
Figure 5Figure 7
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Oven control panel
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0
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PRESSTO _F_
L
....++++Co+++++++++
1+ D+play _n shows the time of day
and Cook mode when the m_rowave
over+ is not it+use+ Dunng pr_ramming+
it d_plays fur_t+n menus for you to
choose from+ servin_ aM weights for
you to enter+ preparation instructions,
and cooking time/power settings for you
to select During a cooking cycle, it
_unts down the remaining time ar'_
prompts you to stir+ turn food, etc+, as
necessary.
2+Touch DIAL _ntrol. Use thisd_I to
se+_ oven functions,s_h as q_r+_ies
offoodaM _oking times/powers.(See
page 13)
3+MANUAL COOK, To_h thispad for
rr_n_+ _ntroiof_k timeand povcer
level
(See pag_ !5 and !6,)
4+ PO_ORN+ To_h this pad to pop
F'_rn _th the sensor feature, The
oven's se_r wi+ltell the oven P.,ow+rig
to cook d_nding on the arnount of
hum_ity it detects from the _m+
(See page 19)
5+ADD 30 SECOND+ Touch this pad to
cook for 30 s_r_s at 100% cook
power, or to add extra seco_s at the
set cook: power to your _king cycle
(See page 14)
6. START. Touch this pad to start a
function+ If you _n the door after _e
over+ b_ins to _k, retouch start.
7. STOP/CLEAR+ Touch this pad to st_;3
and _ncel any oven fu_bn.
8+CLOCK. To_h this pad to enter _e
time of day. (See page i3)
9. KITCHEN TIMER. Touch this pad to set
the kitchen timer+(See page 14)
10. VENT. To_h this pad to disp_y _e
hood vent far+speed settings+ (S_
page 14.)
11+ LIGHT+ Touch this pad to display the
vari_le light settings+ (S_ page 14+)
HOW TO USE YOUR
NEW DIAL CONTROL
Faster,, easier, better than ever before-
Just watch the, display screen and choose what
you want from the menus.
Touch Stop/Clear
•To stop any microwave function
Turn DIA,L control to:
• Select a function.
• Set cook time and
power.
• Set clocldKitchen Timer
° Set vent fan sped
• Set the brightness of Light
Press DIAL control to:
° Enter a selection.
• To start cooking.
FUNCTION SELECTIONS
Cook
• Potatoes
° Fresh Vegetabl_
° Canned Vegetables
° Frozen Vegetab,l_
° Microwave Pizza
° Frozen Entree
° R_e & Pasta
° Casserole
° Meat
• Poultry
° Fish & Seafood
, Eggs
Reheat
° Dinner Plate
° Soup & Sam
• Casserole
° Pizza Reheat
° Beverage
Defrost
• Ground Meat
°Poultry
• Fish
° Bread
S_n & Mek
•Melt
•_ften
Favorites
• Ed_ Menu
• Auto Nite Lite
(Auto Night Light)
° Child Lock
•_un_
°Contrast
° _roll Speed
° Power Save
° Remi_er
° Cleaning
° Power'
• F_
• Utensils
•Learning!Demo mode
Touch the
Clock pad.
Example: To set 8:00 PM, JUL 05, 2005
Display Shows:
S_ _e o_ day
by 1_g D_AL
AM
Set time of
day by
turning Dial
and press.
,_3_ I_1e o_ day
by Iw_r_ @AL
| AM
JAN _ 2#O5
Sel
3w
Turn dial to
select
PM and
press.
Sel lin_ ef _y
1wni_ DIAL
jA_ 1 2_5
8_
4_,
Turn dial to
select
JUL and
press.
by iwnlr_ DIAL
8_ PM
i _5
Get
Turn dial to
select
5and press.
Turn dial to
select
2005 and
press.
8_ flrr_ e! _2
by _air_ DIAL
8:_ PM
,JUL [] _N._5
8e_
/
Selin_ of @y
by _ni_ DIAL
8:_ PM
JUL 5
Get
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KITCHEN TIMER
Your microwave oven can be used as a kitchen
timer. You can set up to I00 minutes, 00 seconds.
Example :To set K_chen Timer (3 minutes),
Press
_ KffCHEN
TIMER pad.
Display Shows:
.
,............................Turn dial to
1'_' enter time and
.... press to set.
I_', Sta_.Pressto
-_ 3:00
Turr_ off
NO_: To _ncel _e kitchen timer press the
KITCHEN TIMER pad, turn the dial and select "Turn
off', then press the dial to cancei.
VENT
The VENT removes steam and other vapors from
the cooking su_ace.
Touch the
1, VENT pad,
T_
Display Shows:
MA_N MENU
Turn dial to
choose fan speed a op_.. I
from S_w speed
to Fast speed
and press.
NOTE: If the temperature ge_ too hot around the
microwave oven, _e fan in the vent h_d will aLtO-
matically turn on at the low setting to cool the oven. It
may stay on up to an hour to cool the oven When this
_urs, You _n n_ turn t_ vent fan off.
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Touch:
Touch the
LIGHT pad
Display Shows:
MAIN MENU
CooP,
2_
Turn dial to
choose
brightness from
to Bright light
and pres&
ADD 30 SECOND
This simpiified time saving pad lets you quickly set
and sta_ microwave cooking,
Example : To set for 2minutes.
Touch: Display Shows:
Touch ADD 30
SECOND pad
four (4) times,
The oven begins
cooking and
display shows
time counting
down.
NOTE: Each press of the ADD _ SECOND pad
will add 30 seconds of cooking time, up to 99
minutes.
MANUAL COOK MANUAL COOK in stages
Example : To cook food for 8 minutes 30
seconds at 70% power.
Display Shows:
Press MANUAL
COOK pad.
"_ Turn dial to
/@/ enter Time_
........................"Power and
press.
Title m
A_ S_9e
Tif_le 8:3B
POw_ 70_
m
3, Press Start. M_L_ai Co_
Time 8 ;30
NOTE: Turn dial to sel_t Edit to modi_ the se_ing
Example • To cook food for 3minutes _ 100%
power (first stage), 7 minutes 30 seconds at 70%
power (s_ond stage), i minute _ i0% power
Display Shows,:
Press MANUAL
1. _) COO K pad,
......................, Turn the dial to
" ' enter Time,
!_ Power of the
first s_ge and
press,
Tin_ 3:00
Power
A_fl _
Edit
iI
...... Turn diaato
," : A_ Stage and
............... press. F_wet lo_
5_tit
4_
_'_ Turn the dial to
," ':' enter Time,
_0' Power of 2_
and press.
st_e _n_ p¢w_
2r_3 7:3_ 7_,%
TOl;_I Ceo_ T_n_
11:30
i_t 3_J 100%
1i :30
_dit
%
Press Start,
NO_: Turn dial to select Edit to modify the stages.
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COOKING GUIDE FOR POWER LEVELS
The nine power levels in addition to HIGH allow you to
choose the best power leve_for the food you are cooking.
Below are Hsted aHthe power levels, examples of foods
best cooked at each level, and the amount of microwave
power you are using.
POWER LEVEL
10
(HIGH)
MICROWAVE OUTPUT USE
100% • Boll water,
° Cook ground beef.
• Make candy.
° Cook fresh fruits and vegetables
• Cook fish and poultry,
• Preheat browning dish.
9 90% • Reheat meat slices quickly.
• Saut_ onions, cele_ and green pepper
8 80% • All reheating.
° Cook scrambled eggs.
7 70% • Cook breads and cereal products.
° Cook chee_ dishes, veal.
• Cook cakes, muffins, brownies, cupcakes.
6 60% ° Cook pasta,
5 50% • Cook meats, whole poultry.
° Cook custard
• Cook whole chicken, turkey, spare ribs, rib roast,
sirloin roast.
4 40% ° Cook less tender cuts dmeal
° Reheat frozen convenience foods.
3 30% • Thawing meat, poultP/and seafood..
° Cooking small quantities of food.
• Finish cooking o_ero]e, stew and some sauce&
2 20% • Soften butter and cream cheese.
• Heating small amounts of food.
1 10% • Soften ice cream,
• Raise yeast dough.
0 • Standing time,
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You can change the default values for Child Lock,
Sound, Contrast, Scroll Speed, and Power Save.
FUNCTION REMARK
AUTO NIGHTLIGHT setauto night light time
CHILD LOCK child IockJunl_k
SOUND beep _ntrol
COntRAST adjustcontrastto desired level
SCROLL adiustscroll sp_d to
SPEED desired _eveI
POWERSAVE _lect displaylamp"son/off
REMINDER set remindertime
SOFTEN & MELT
The oven uses low power to melt or to soften foods.
Example : To melt 2 sticks of butter,
Display Shows:
.... Turn dial to
select SOFTEN
I I & MELT and
press.
Press diafl I:o mr_le_!L
WCook
Reheet
m _frost:
Favorites
m _fro_
B _ft_ &_It
W _lt
.....................Turn dial to
i i select SOFTEN
and press.
3_
"-_-_ Turn dial to
select BUTTER
and press.
Pre_s diml I:o _,_lec_
8 _ftea &Melt I
4_
..... Turn dial to enter
I:' _ the number of
' sticks,,Turn dia_
to select START
and press, m_ck_
Ge B_
CHILD LOCK
You may lock the control panel to prevent the
microwave from being accidentally started or used
by children,
Example :To set the child lock.
Display Shows:
1.
Turn dial to sel_t
Options and
press,
Pre_ dia_ te _ele_,:[
Cook
Reheat
Soften & _lt
Op_to_e
1
_" Turn dial to
@:_ select Child
.....................Lock and press,
_'_ Turn dial to
i i sel_t Yes and
press,
m
Oe yeu waa_ t_ ;_,_k
No
P_ess & h_d START
Example: To unlock child lock.
Press and hold START pad down for 3 seconds to
unlock the controls.
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FAVORITES lets you recall one cooking instruction
previously pFacedin memory and begin cooking
quickly,
Example : To Ed_ Menu (reheat: a pi_e of piz_
for 3,0s_onds)
Turn dial to
select
Favorites and
press.
Display Shows:
[] Cook
Reheat
[] De#c_st
Cook
Re_'_at
W Oe_
[] Soften & Meff
Favor.s
[] Opt_o_
I
2_
Turn dial to
se_eet
Edit Menu and
press.
3_
Turn dial to
se{ect New item
and pres&
4_
Enter the Menu
(Turn dial to
select the
A_phabetand
press) and
press Name
Ok,
Power _4,
ABCO_FGHIJKL_
NOP©RSTU VWXYZ
0123456789
Turn dial to
enter the time
and power.
Turn dial to
and press,
S_3t Tiil_le P(}w_l
Tin'_B E
Cen_lel_
Add Sla,3e
Fizz8
P_w_r I_%
C_mp/_
Add _e
Pizza
Tirr_ :
Power 10_
Ad_ _&3e
Example : To recall memorized Menu(Pizza)
1,
Display Shows:
Turn dial to
select
Favorites and
press,
B_Reheat
_frost
Pl_ss r_s_ _(# selec_
E_C_k
Reho_t
Seften & Me_t
BFavorites
• _dtt Mer_
Turn dial to
select
Memorized
Menu(Pizza)
and press,
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SENSOR OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Sensor Cook:allows you to cook most of your favodte
foods without sele_ing cooking times and _wer
level& The display will indicate "Sensing" during the
initial sensing peril. The oven automatically
determines required cooking time for each food item_
When the internal sensor detects a certain amount of
humidity coming from the food, it wiletell the oven how
much longer to heat. The display wil_show the
remaining heating time For best results for cooking by
Sensor, follow these recommendations.
1 Food cooked with the sensor system should be at
normal storage temperatu re.
2. Glass tray (TURNTABLE) and outside of container
should be dry to assure best cookJng resuRs
3. Foods should always be,covered with microwavable
plastic wrap, w_ed paper or a Iid.
4, Do not open the door or touch the STOP/CLEAR
key during the sensing time. When sensing time is
over, the oven beeps and the remaining cooking
time will appear in the display window.
At this time you can open the door to stir, turn or
rearrange the food.
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SENSOR COOK GUIDE
Appropriate containers and coverings help assure good
Sensor cooking result&
1. Nways use microwavable containers and cover them
with _idsor plastic wrap,
2, Never use tight-sealing plastic covers. They can
prevent steam from escaping and cause food to
overcook.
3. Match the amount to the size of the container,
Fill containers at least half ful_ for best results,
4. Be sure the outside of the cooking container _d the
inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing
fo_ in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into
steam cam mislead the sensor,
Popcorn _etsyou pop popcorn withoutneeding to
program times and _wen
Example : To pop popcorn,
Touch" Display Shows:
3_
Touch the
Popcorn pad.
If you already
know how to
prepare food,
turn dJaJto
select S_ and
press. (See
'Preparation _
note below)
Wait for tones that signa_the
end of cooking time.
J F0_3r_1
Pr_ar_or_
8aek
P_e#_atien
Back
m
NOTE: Selec_ng 'Preparation' will provide helpful
hin_ preparing this type of food.
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Using _k lets you heat common microwave-prepared
foods without needing to program times and power.
Example :To cook po_toes.
Display Shows:
li
_ Turn dial to
select Cook
,@/ and press.
P_ dal Io sot_t
W _he_t
[] Softe_ & Me_
F_voHte_
[] Opt_ns
_'_ Turn dial to
1_, selec_' Potat_s
and press,
Ft_sh
8! C_n_
V@i_s
F_gz_
V@_s
3_
T_fe_
"_ Turn dial to
i@'i sel_t Wh ite
....•...................and press.
[] Cook
_eel
Fresh
V@t_s
FfeZ_I
4_ i
Ifyou already
know how to
prepare food,
turn dial to
select Start and
press.
tile_d_" t (__t_rt
[] Cook
Pete_s
-White
Prepar_tto_
Go 8_
Wait for tones that signal the
end of cooking time.
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Reheat lets you heat foods without needing to program
times and power.
Example :To reheat dinner plate,
Display Shows:
1. .... Turn dial to
O select Reh_--t
i and press.
2_
_ Turn dial to
".............................',, select Dinner
Plate and
press.
3_
',_-_ Turn dial to
! select Start and
press
Re.at
Preparation
GO Ba_c_
4_ Wait for tones that signal the
end of _oking time
2O
Your microwave oven is preset with four defrost
cate_ries. Using Defrost is the best way to defrost
frozen foods,
Example: To defrost 1.2 Ibs. of ground be_,
Display Shows:
In
_&_ Turn dial to
select Defrost
/ and press_
......... J
Cook
Soften & Me_
N Opt_ r_
EBCook
-Frsh
= Bt_sr_
[] Soften & Meff
2_
'_"_ Turn dial to
i_ setectM_andGr°und
press
3_
"_'_ Turn dial to
0 enter the
'weight and
press.
.Gt_r_ M_st
StaA
Pr_ar_tot_
Go B_
4_
_T_
_ Turn dial to
I_' select Start and
........... press.
[] Oefro_
We_ 1,2 |b=
Go B_
Wait for tones that signal the
end of cooking time. Gt_d Meat
T_ 8:12
WEIGHT CONVERSION CHART
To enter food weight in DEFROST, you must
specify pounds and tenths of a pound. If the weight
on the food package is in fractions of a pound, you
can use the following chart to convert the weight to
decimalls,
EQUIVALENT
OUNCE WEIGHT NUMBER A_ER DECIMAL
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3,2
4.0
4.8
6.4
8.0
9.6
11.2
12,0
12,8
14,4
16,0
,10
,20
,25
,30
,40
.50
,60
,70
,75
,80
,90
1_00
One-Qua_er Pound
One- Half Pound
Three-Quarters Pound
One Pound
DEFROSTING TIPS
• When using DEFROST, the weight to be entered
is the net weight in pounds and tenths of pounds
(the weight of the food minus the container.)
• U_ DEFROST only for raw food. DEFROST
gives best results when food to be thawed is a
minimum of O°F (taken directly from a true
freezer), if food has been stored in a refrigerator-
freezer that does not maintain a temperature of
5°F or below, always program a lower food weight
(for a shorter defrosting time) to prevent cooking
the food.
° The shape of the package alters the defrosting
time. Shallow rectangular packets defrost more
quickly than a deep block
• Separate pi_es as they begin to defrost.
Separated pieces defrost more easily,
• You can use small pi_ee of aluminum foil to
shield foods Hkechicken wings, but the foil must
not touch the side of the oven. Foil causes arcing,
which can damage the oven Hning.
• Shield areas of food with small pieces of foil if
they start to become warm.
• For better r_ults, a preset standing time is
included in the defrosting time_
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DEFROST CHART
Meat setting
FOOD SETTING AT BEEP SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
_ _ =
BEEF Meat of irregular shape and iarge, fatty
Ground Beef,
Bulk
Ground Beef,
Pa_ies
Round Steak
Tenderloin
Steak
Stew B_f
Pot Roast,
Chuck Roast
Rib Roast
MEAT
MEAT
Remove thawed portions w_h fork.
Turn over. Return remainder to oven.
Separate and rearrange,
Rolled Rump
Roast
LAMB,
Cubes for
Stew
Chops
(1 inch thick)
cu_ of meat should have the narrow or
fa_¢ areas shielded with foil at the
beginning of a defros_ sequence,
Do not defrost less than V4 Ib
Freeze in doughnut shape.
Do not defrost patties weighing less
than two ounces each.
Depress center when freezing.
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
Turn over Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Turn over, Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil
Remove thawed portions w_h fork.
Place on the microwave safe plate,
Place on the microwave safe plate,
Place in a microwavable dish and put
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
Separate remainder,
Return remainder to oven,
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminumfoil
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil
on the microwave safe plate,
Place on the microwave safe plate.
Place on the microwave safe plate
Ptace on the microwave safe plate,
MEAT Remove thawed portions w_h fork, Place on a microwavabie dish and put
Return remainder to oven, on the microwave safe plate,
MEAT Separate and rearrange. Place on the microwave safe plate.
PORK
Chops
(1/2inch thick)
Hot Dogs
Spareribs
Country-style
Ribs
Sausage,
Links
Sausage,
Bulk
Loin Roast,
Boneless
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
Separate and rearrange,
Separate and rearrange.
Turn over, Cover warm areas w_th
aluminum foil.
Separate and rearrange,
Remove thawed portions w_h fork.
Turn over. Return remainder to oven
Turn over,,Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Piace on the microwave safe plate
Place on the microwave safe plate.
Place on the microwave safe plate,
Place on the microwave safe plate,
Place on the microwave safe plate.
Place on the microwave safe plate
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DEFROST CHART (CONTINUED)
Poultry setting
FOOD SETTING AT BEEP SPECIAL INSTRUC_ONSi
CHICKEN
Whole
(up to 6 bs)
Cut-up
CORNISH
HENS
POULTRY
POULTRYWhole
Turn over (finish defrosting breast-
side down), Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil_
Separate pieces and rearrange,
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Turn over, Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Place chicken breast-side up. Finish
defrosting by immersing in cold water,
Remove giblets when chicken is partially
defrosted.
Place in a microwavable dish.
Finch defrosting by immersing in cold
water.
Finish defrosting by immersing in cold
water,
TURKEY Place in a microwavable dish.
Breast POULTRY Turn over Cover warm areas with Finch defrosting by immersing in cold
(under 6 Ibs) aluminum foil, water,
SETTING AT BEEP SPECIAL II_TRUCTIONS
Fish _ingl
FOOD
FiSH
Fillets
Steaks
Whole
SHELLFISH
Crabmeat
Lobster _iIs
Shrimp
S_llops
FISH
FISH
FISH
FISH
FISH
FISH
FISH
Turn over. Separate fillets when
partially thawed if possible.
Separate and rearr_ge.
Turn over.
Break apart, Turn over.
Turn over and rearrange,
Separate and rearrange.
Separate and rearr_ge,
Place in a microvcavable dish.
Carefully separate fillets under cold water.
Place in a microwavable dish.
Run cold water over to finish defrosting,
Cover head and tail w_h foil; do not let foil
touch sides of microwave. Finish
defrosting by immersing in cold water,
Place in a microwavable dish,
Place in a microwavable dish,
Place in a microwavable dish.
Place in a microwavable dish,
NO_ :*Available weight is0.1 _6.0 Ibs (0.1_4.0 Kg).
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Caring for Your Mi
To make sure your microwave oven looks _od and works well for a long time, you should
maintain it propedy. For proper care, please follow the_ instructions carefully.
For _te_ surfaces: Wash often with warm, sudsy
water and a sponge or
soft c]oth. Use,only mild,
nonabrasive soaps or a
mild detergent. Be sure
to keep i_ areas c_e_
where _door ar_
oven frame t_
when c_---sed.Wipe wel_
with clean cloth.
Over time, stains can
occur on the surfaces as the result of food particles
spattering during cooking. This is normal
For stubborn soil, boil a cup of water inthe oven for 2
to 3 minutes. Steam will
soften the soil. To get rid
of odors inside the oven,
boil a cup of water with
some lemon juice or
vinegar in _t.
To clean Gl_s tray, Rotating dng a_ Gu_e
G|a_ tray tray, wash inmild, sudsy
water', for heavily soiled
areas use a mild
cleanser and scouting
sponge To clean Glass
tray, Rotating dng and
Guide tray are
dishwasher safe.
For exterior _rfaces ar_ _rol p_el: Use a so_
cloth with spray glass
cleaner. Apply the spray
glass cleaner to the soft
cloth; do not spray
directly on the oven.
NO_,: Abrasive
cleansers, steel wool
_s, gritty wash
cloths, _ _W
towels, etc,, can
damage the control panel and the interior and exterior
oven surfaces.
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CARING FOR THE FILTERS
The grebe filters shouid be removed and cleaned often, at least once a month,
NOTE: If your microwave hood combination is installed to reoirculate air, the chacoal filter
(Part No.5230W1A_3A) _ available from Sears by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced every 6 to 12 months,
Grease filters (Part No,2B72705B):
1. Unplug micl'owave oven or disconnect power.
2. To remove grease filtem, slide each filter to the
side. Pull filters downward and push to the other
side, The filter wi!l drop out.
CHARCOAL FILTER REPLACEMENT
If your oven is vented inside, the charcoal filter should
be replaced every 6 to 12 months, and more often if
necessary. The charcoal filter _nnot be cleaned. To
order a new charcoal filter, contact the Parts
Department at your nearest Authorized Ser¢ice
Center,
1. D_n_ power or unpeg microwave oven.
2. R_ove the two vent grille mounting screws,
3. Tip,the grille forward, then lift out to remove.
4. Remove old filter.
3, Soak grease filte_ in hot water and a mild
detergent. Scrub and swbh to remove embedded
dirt and grease. Rinse well and shake to dr:/. Do
not clean filters with ammonia, corrosive cleaning
agents such _ lye-based oven cleane_, or place
them in a d_hwasher. The filte_ will turn black or
_uld be damaged.
4. To replace grease filters, slide filter inthe frame slot:
on one side dthe opening Push filter upward and
push to the other side to lock into place.
5. Plug inmicrowave oven or reconnect power.
5. Sl_e a new charcoal filter into place.
The fiber should rest at the angle shown.
6. Slide the bottom of the,vent grille into place.
Push the top until it snaps intoplace.
_lace the mounting screws.
7_Recor=_ power or plug in microvcave oven,
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REPLACING THE COOKTOP AND OVEN LIGHTS
The cooktop light
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power
5. Remove bulb holder by pushing locking tab back
slightly to disengage tab from the bulb holder.
2. Remove the bulb cover mounting screws,
6. LiE up the bulb holder and slide out of
compartment,
3. IReplace bulb.
4. Reinstall bulb cover with mounting screws.
5. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
The oven light
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. Remove the vent grille mounting screws,
3. Tip the grille forward, then upward and outward to
remove
4. Remove charcoal fi_er
7. Replace the bulb,
8. Reinstall bulb holder - sWe bulb hoist back into
compartment and press down firmly so locking tab
snaps into place.
9. Replace charcoal filter
10. Slide the top of the vent grille into place. Push the
bottom until it snaps into place. Replace the
mounting screws,
11. Pmugin microwave oven or reconned power.
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MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS
Amount of food
• If you ir_rease or def..tease the amount of food
you prepare, the time it takes to cook that food will
also _ange. For example, if you double a recipe,
add a I_le more than half the original cooking time,
Check for doneness and, if necessary, add more
time in small increments.
Starting temperature of food
• _e lower th_ temperature of the food being put
into the microwave oven, the longer it takes to cook
Food at room temperature will be re-heated more
quickJy than food at refrigerator temperature.
Composition of food
• Food with a _ of fat and _ar will be heated
faster than food containing a lot of water. Fat and
sugar will also reach a higher temperature than
water in the cooking process
°"FL_more der-_sethe food, the longer it takes to
heat. "Ve_ dense" food like meat takes longer to
hem than lighter, more porous food like sponge
cakes
Sizeand shape
,Srnal_ p_es of food will cook faster than larger
pieces Also, same-shard pieces cook more
evenly than different-shaped pieces
° Wkh foods _at have different thickr_,.ses, the
thinner pa_ will cook faster than the thicker parts.
PIp the thinner parts of chicken wings and legs in
the center of the dish
Stirring, turning foods
° _irring a_ turnir_ f_s sprea_ heat quickly to
the center of the dish and avoids overcooking at the
outer edges of the food
Covering food
Cover food to:
•Redu_ splattering
°SP_-ten cooking times
°Keep food moist
You can use any covering that le_ microwav_ pass
through. See "Getting to Know Your Microwave
Oven" for materials that microwaves will pass
through. If you are using the Sensor function, be sure
to vent
Releasingpressure in foods
• Severa| foods (for example: baked potatoes,
_usages, egg yolks_ and some fruits) are tightly
covered by a skin or membrane° Steam can build up
under the membrane during cooking, causing the
food to burst. To relieve the pressure and to prevent
bursting, pierce these foods before cooking w_h a
fork, cocktail pick, or toothpick.
Using s nding time
°Always al_ food to stand after cooking
Standing time after defrosting and cooking allows
the temperature to evenly spread throughout the
food, improvingthe cooking results
•The ler_ of the stand_g time depen_ on how
much food you are c_king and how dense it is.
Sometimes _can be as short as the time it takes
you to remove the food from the oven and take it to
the ser¢ing table. However, with larger, denser food,
the standing time may be as long as 10 minutes
Arrangingfood
For best results, place food evenly on the plate. You
_n do this in several ways:
°If y_ are cooking several items of the _
food, such as baked potatoes, pla_ them in a ring
pattern for uniform cooPJng.
°When _ng foods of ur_ven shapes or
_|ckness, such as chicken breasts, pi_ the
smaller or thinner area of the food towards the
_nter of the dish 'where _ wil! be heated last.
°Layer thin sl_s of _t on top of each other,
•When you _k or reheat whole fi_, score the
skin - this prevents cracking.
•Do not let food or a container touch the top or sides
of the oven. This wiltprevent possible arcing.
Usingaluminum foil
Metal containers should not be used in a microwave
oven_ There are, however, some exceptions. If you
have purchased food which is prepackaged in an
aluminum foil container, refer to the instructions on
the pac_ge. When using aluminum foil containers,
cooking times may be longer bemuse micro"waves
will only penetrate the top of the food if you use
aluminum containers without package instructions,
follow these guidelines:
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MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS (CONT.)
Using aluminum foil (cont.)
•Place the container in a glass bowl and add some
water so that it covers the bottom of the container,
not more than l/4 in. (_64cm) high. This ensures
even heating of the container bottom.
•Always remove the lid to avoid damage to the
oven
•Use only undamaged containers,
•Do not use containers taller than 3/4 in. (1.9 _).
• Container must _ at teast hail filled,
•To avoid arcing, there must be a minimum 1/4 in.
(._ cm) between the aluminum container and the
wails of the oven and also between two aluminum
containers
•Always place the container on the turntable.
•Sh_ld with small pieces of aluminum bil, pan of
food that may cook quick_, such as wing tips and
_egends of poultry.
•Heating food in aluminum foit _ntainers usually
takes up to double the _me compared to rehea_ng
in plastic, glass, china, or pa_r containers,
The time when food is ready will va_ depending
upon the type of container you use.
°Let food stand for 2 to 3 minutes a_er heating so
that heat is spread evenly throughout container.
Cooking you should not do in your
microwaveoven
• Do not do canning of foo_ in the oven, Closed
gl_ jars may explode, resulting in damage to the
oven.
° Do not use the microwave oven to sterilize objects
(baby _ttles, etc), It is difficult to keep the oven at
the high temperature needed for sterilization
Removing the rack
*When popping _mmercially packaged popcorn,
Remove _e rack from the oven; Do not place the
bag of microwave _pcorn on the rack or under the
rack.
° In the c_ of popping microwave popcorn with
rack, that can cau_ the fire or damage to your
microwave oven.
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Questions and Answers
QUESTIONS ANSWERS
Can I operate my microwave oven without the glass No_ If you remove or move the glass tray, you
tray or move the glass tray over to hold a large dish? will get poor cooking results. Dishes used in
your oven must fit on the glass or guide tray.
Can I use either metal or aluminum pans in my
microwave oven?
Is it normal for the guide tray to move in either
direction?
Sometimes the door of my microwave oven appears
wavy. Is this normal?
Why does the dish become hot when I microwave
food in it? I thought that this should not happen.
What does "standing time" mean?
Why does steam come out of the air exhaust vent?
Can I pop popcorn in my microwave oven?
How do I get the best results?
What is the maximum size dish I can place in the
micorwave oven?
You can use aluminum foil for shielding (use
small, flat pieces), small skewers, and shallow
foil trays (if tray is not taller than 3/4 in. [1.9 cm]
deep and is filled with food to absorb microwave
energy). Never allow metal to touch walls or
door.
Yes. The guide tray moves from side to side,
depending on the rotation of the motor when the
cooking cycle begins.
This appearance is normal and does not affect
the operation of your oven.
As the food becomes hot it will conduct the heat
to the dish. Be prepared to use hot pads to
remove food after cooking.
"Standing time" means that food should be
removed from the oven and covered for
additional time to allow it to finish cooking. This
will allow the oven to be available for use.
Steam is normally produced during cooking. The
microwave oven has been designed to vent this
steam out the vents.
Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn
following manufacturer's guidelines. Do not use
regular paper bags.
Do not repop unpopped kernels. Do not pop
popcorn in glass cookware.
Because of the large cavity and guide tray that
moves side to side, you can use dishes up to
12 X 15 inches.
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Troubleshooting
Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. Check the
lists below and on the next page before calling for assistance or service. Ifyou still need help, call Sears Service
at 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®.
MICROWAVE OVEN DOES NOT WORK
PROBLEM CAUSE
Nothing works. • The power supply cord is not plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. (See the
Electrical Requirements" section on page 6 and the "Electrical connection"
section on Page 8.)
• A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped.
• The electric company has had a power failure.
The microwave oven will
not run. • You are using the microwave as a timer. Press Kitchen Timer pad, turn dial to
select Turn off and press to cancel Kitchen Timer.
• The door is not firmly closed and latched.
• You did not touch START.
• You did not follow directions exactly.
• An operation that you set earlier is still running. Touch STOP/CLEAR to cancel
that operation.
COOKING TIMES
PROBLEM CAUSE
Food is not cooked
enough.
• The cook power is not at the recommended setting.
Check the chart on Page 16.
• The electric supply to your home or wall outlets is low or lower than normal. Your
electric company can tell you if the line voltage is low. Your electrician or can tell
you if the outlet voltage is low.
The display shows a time • The oven door is not closed completely.
counting down but the oven • You have set the contols as a kitchen timer. Press Kitchen Timer pad, turn dial
is not cooking, to select Turn off and press to cancel Kitchen Timer.
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GLASS TRAY
PROBLEM CAUSE
The glass tray will not
move. • The glass tray _ not correctly in place, It should be correct-side up and si_ing
firmly on the center hub.
• The support is not operating correctly, Remove the glass tray and restart the
oven, Ifthe hub still does not move, call Sears Service at 1-800q-MY-HOME®,
Cooking without the glass tray can give you poor results,
TONES
PROBLEM CAUSE
You do not hear • You have not entered the correct command.
the programming or
end-of-_ycle tone,
DISPLAY MESSAGES
PROBLEM CAUSE
The display is flashing" : ." • There h_ b_n a power interruption,,R_et the clock° (S_ the "Clock' section
on Page 13,)
If none of these items are causing your problem, cal Sears Service at 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
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