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Microwave Oven
Horno de Microondas
Model/Modelo

721.66993

Sears,
Part No. MFL40407601

Roebuck

and Co., Hoffman

Estates,

IL 60179 U.S.A
www.sears.com

WARRANTY ............................................................................
SAFETY .............................................................................

2
3-5

Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy ...........................................
Grounding Instructions ..........................................................
Electronic Interference ...........................................................

3
3
3

Important Safety Instructions ............................................
UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN ..................

4, 5
6-9

Specifications ........................................................................
Installation .............................................................................
Parts and Accessories ..........................................................
Control Panel Features .........................................................
Cookware Guide ...................................................................

6
6
7
7
8

USING THE PIZZA OVEN ..............................................
17, 18
Cooking with Auto Pizza .....................................................
17
Cooking with the Bake Feature ...........................................
18
TROUBLESHOOTING
....................................................
19-21
Questions and Answers ................................................
19, 20
Before Calling for Service ...................................................
21
Federal Communications Commission Radio
Frequency Interference Statement ...................................... 21
MASTER PROTECTION AGREEMENTS ............................ 42

Tips for Microwave Cooking ..................................................
9
Cleaning ................................................................................
9
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN ................................. 10-17
Clock/Kitchen Timer/Child Lock/Add 30 Seconds ................ 10
More & Less Functions/Timed Cooking/
Multistage Cooking ..............................................................
Microwave Power Levels ....................................................

11
12

Quick Touch Cooking ..........................................................
Reheat ..................................................................................
Auto Defrost/Auto Defrost Table .........................................

13
14
15

Cooking Tips .................................................................

16, 17

One-Year Limited Warranty
When installed,operated and maintained according to all instructions
suppliedwith the product, if this appliancefails due to a defect in material
or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call
1-800-4-MY-HOMP_to arrange for free repair.

This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship.
Sears will NOT pay for:
1. Expendableitems that can wear out from normal use, includingbut not
limitedto filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.
2. A servicetechnician to instructthe user in correctproduct installation,
operation,or maintenance.
3. A servicetechnician to clean or maintainthis product.
4. Damageto or failure of this product if it is not installed,operated,or
maintainedaccordingto all instructionssuppliedwith the product.
5. Damageto or failure of this product resultingfrom accident, abuse,
misuse,or use for other than its intended purpose.
6. Damageto or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents,
cleaners,chemicals, or utensilsother than those recommendedin all
instructionssuppliedwith the product.
7. Damageto or failure of parts or systems resultingfrom unauthorized
modificationsmade to this product.

Disclaimerof impliedwarranties, limitationof remedies
Customer's sole and exclusive remedy underthis limited warranty shall be
product repair as provided herein. Impliedwarranties, includingwarranties
of merchantabilityor fitness for a particularpurpose, are limited to oneyear
or the shortest periodallowed by law.Sears shall not be liablefor incidental
or consequentialdamages. Some states and provincesdo not allow the
exclusionor limitationof incidental or consequentialdamages or limitations
on the duration of impliedwarranties of merchantabilityor fitness,so these
exclusionsor limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this applianceis used in the United States
and Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights,and you may also have other
rightswhich vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 81TWA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
= 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.
DO NOT operate the oven if it is damaged.
It is particularly important that the oven door close
properly and that there is no damage to the:

,, DO NOT place any object between the oven front
face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing surfaces.
,, THE OVEN should not be adjusted or repaired by
anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

-- door (bent),
-- hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
-- door seals and sealing surfaces.

GROUNDING
This appliance must be grounded! If an electrical short
circuit occurs, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by
providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance

INSTRUCTIONS
is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a
grounding plug. Insert the plug into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded.

WARNING
if you use the grounding

plug improperly, you risk electric

Ask a qualified electrician or the Sears Service Department if
you do not understand the grounding instructions or if you are
not certain whether the appliance is properly grounded.
If you use an extension

shock.
This appliance has a short power supply cord to reduce the risk
of anyone tripping over or becoming entangled in the cord. You
may use an extension cord if you are careful.

cord, be sure that:

• The extension cord has the same electrical rating as
the appliance.
• The marked rating of the extension cord shall be equal to or
greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.
• The extension cord is a grounding-type 3-wire cord.

The extension cord does not drape over a countertop or
tabletop, where it can be pulled on by children or tripped
over accidentally.
The electrical cord is dry and not pinched or crushed in
any way.

NOTE: This oven draws 12.5 amperes at 120 volts, 60 hz.

ELECTRONIC

INTERFERENCE

1. Microwave oven operation may interfere with TV, phone, or radio reception.
2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the following measures:
a. Clean the door and the sealing surfaces of the oven.
b. Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or TV.
c. Relocate the microwave oven in relation to the TV, phone, or radio.
d. Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
e. Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so the microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits.

iMPORTANT

SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS

The safety instructions below will tell you how to use your microwave oven to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your oven.
A_

WARNING

-- To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:

1.
2.
3.

6.
7.

Read all the instructions before using your microwave oven.
Do not allow children to use this oven without close
supervision!
Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY found on page 3.
Do not tamper with the built-in safety switches on the oven
door! The oven has several built-in safety switches to make sure
the power is off when the door is open.
When cleaning the door and the surfaces that touch the door,
use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents and a sponge
or soft cloth.
If your oven is dropped or damaged, have it thoroughly checked
by a qualified service technician before using it again.
To avoid a fire hazard:
a) Do not severely overcook foods. It can cause a fire in
the oven.
b) Do not use recycled paper products in your oven. They can
contain particles that can cause arcing or may ignite.
c) Do not overcook potatoes. Overcooking could cause a fire.
d) Do not store combustible items (bread, cookies, etc.) in the
oven because if lightning strikes the power lines, it may cause
the oven to turn ON.

e) Do not use wire twist4ies in the oven. Be sure to remove
them before placing the item in the oven.
f) Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave
paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when
not in use.
If a fire should start:

a) Keep the oven door closed.
b) Turn the oven off.
c) Disconnect the power cord or shut off the power at the fuse
or circuit breaker panel.
9. Do not use this oven for commercial purposes. This microwave
is made for household use only.
10. install or locate this appliance in accordance with the provided
installation instructions.
11. To avoid electric shock:
a) This appliance must be grounded! Connect it only to a
properly grounded outlet. (See the Grounding Instructions on
page 3.)
b) 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.
c) Do not immerse the electrical cord or plug in water.
d) Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
e) This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service
personnel.

12. Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated
beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling due to
surface tension of the liquid. Visible bubbling or boiling when
the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always
present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS
SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS
DISTURBED OR 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 halfway through heating it.
3) Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into
the container once heating has begun.
4) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
5) After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven
for a short time before removing the container.
13. Keep the glass tray and the turntable roller rest in the oven when
you are cooking.
14. Do not use the oven outdoors. Do not store the oven
outdoors. Do not use this product near water.
- For example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a
swimming pool or similar location.
15. Do not cover or block any openings in the oven.
16. Do not run the microwave oven empty.
17. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter.
18. Do not heat glass turntable excessively.
- Do not cook bacon directly on the glass turntable.
- Do not allow the gray film on special microwave cooking
packages to touch the glass turntable. Put the package on a
microwave-safe dish.
- Keep a browning dish at least 3/16 in. (.5 cm) above the glass
turntable. If you use the browning dish incorrectly, you could
break the glass turntable.
19. Be careful not to chip or scratch the edges of the turntable.
Chips or scratches may cause the turntable to break during use.
20. Some items (such as whole eggs and sealed containers, for
example, closed glass jars) are able to explode and should not be
heated in this oven.
21. 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 intended for industrial or laboratory use.

SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS!

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followed, including the following:
Read all the instructions before using your pizza oven.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord,
plug, or the appliance in water or other liquid.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used
by or near children.
Unplug from outlet before cleaning. Allow to cool before
putting on or taking off parts or cleaning.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug,
or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped
or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to nearest
authorized service center for examination, repair, or
adjustment.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer may cause hazards.
Keep the cord away from heated surfaces. Do not let the
cord bang over the edge of table or counter, as it could be
pulled off.
Do not use outdoors.

10. Do not use on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a
heated oven.
11. Do not use appliance for other than its intended use.
12. Oversized foods, metal foil packages, or utensils must not
be inserted into this appliance, as they may create a fire or
electrical hazard.

14. Do not attempt to dislodge food when this appliance is
plugged in.
15. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break
off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of
electrical shock.
16. Do not use paper products when operated in
pizza oven mode.
17. Do not store any materials other than the manufacturer's
recommended accessories in this oven when not in use.
18. Do not cover racks, tray, or any other part of the oven with
aluminum foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
19. Extreme caution must he used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other liquids.
20. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the
wall outlet. To disconnect, turn controls to OFF then remove
plug from wall outlet.
21. Use extreme caution when removing tray or disposing of
hot grease.
22. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers
constructed of other than metal or glass.
23. Do not place any of the following materials in the oven:
paper, cardboard, or plastic.

13. A fire may occur if this oven is covered or touching
flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls,
etc. when in operation.

SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS!

SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply

120 VAC, 60 Hz

Rated Power
Consumption

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Pizza Oven
1,400 W

Power Output

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1,400 w

Frequency

2,450 MHz
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Pizza Oven
12.5 A

Rated Current
Overall Dimensions

(W x H x D)

Oven Cavity Dimensions

(W x H x D)

Capacity of Oven Cavity

19W1d' x 15W' x 171/4'' (51 x 39 x 44 cm)
141/ld' x 87/8"x 131/4" 137 x 23 x 34 cm)
1.1 Cu. Ft.

*IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.

INSTALLATION
Carefully remove your Kenmore microwave oven from the
shipping carton. Be sure to remove all packing materials from
the oven cavity and pizza cavity before use.

A. Circuits
For safety purposes this oven must be plugged into a 20-amp
circuit. No other electrical appliances or lighting circuits should
be on this line. If in doubt, consult a licensed electrician.

C. Turntable
Place the turntable

Installation
roller rest in the circle on the oven floor

and then place the glass turntable
NOTES:

on the turntable

• Never place the glass turntable in the oven upside down.
Blocking the air inlet and/or outlet openings can damage
the oven.
• Never operate the oven without the turntable

B. Placement

of the Oven

Your microwave oven can be placed easily in your kitchen,
family room, or anywhere else in your home. Place the oven
on a flat surface such as a kitchen countertop or a specially
designed microwave oven cart at least 39.4 in. (100 cm) from
the floor. Do NOT place your microwave oven over a range,
cooktop, or other heat-producing
appliances. Free airflow
around the oven is important. Allow at least 4 in. (10 cm)
of space at the top, sides, and back of the oven for proper
ventilation.

INSTALLATION

(10 cr

CLEARANCES

roller rest.

in place.

D. Pizza Oven Pan
Place the pizza oven pan in the pizza drawer.
NOTE:
• Never operate the pizza oven without the pizza oven pan
in place.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
See-Through

Your oven includes the following accessories:
1 Use and Care Guide

Easy=Clean
Oven Cavity

Door

1 Glass Turntable
Oven
Control
Panel

1 Turntable Roller Rest
1 Pizza Oven Pan

Glass Turntable_
Turntable Roller Rest _

Pizza Oven Drawer

Safety interlock System

CONTROL

PANEL FEATURES
1.
2.
3.
4.

Cook
Time

OVEN CONTROLS

COOK TIME. Touch this pad to set a cooking time.
STOP/PRESS TO CANCEL. Touch this pad to stop the oven or clear entries.
CLOCK. Touch this pad to enter the time of day.
KITCHEN TIMER. Touch this pad to use your microwave oven as
a kitchen timer.

9. POWER. Touchthis pad to set the cooking power level.
10. CHILD LOCK. Touch and hold the 0 pad for 3 seconds to activate this feature.
Touch and hold the 0 pad for 3 seconds again to deactivate this feature.

5.
6.
7.
8.

DISPLAY. The Display includes a clock and indicators to tell you time of day,
cooking time settings, and cooking functions selected.
QUICK TOUCH COOKING. These pads allow you to cook most of your
favorite foods without having to select cooking times and power levels.
AUTO DEFROST. Touch this pad to automatically defrost frozen meat, poultry,
or fish, according to weight, up to 6.0 Ibs.
NUMBER PADS. Touch number pads to enter cooking times, cook powers,
quantities, weights, or food categories.

11. MORE. Touch this pad to add 10 seconds of cooking time each
time it is pressed.
12. LESS. Touchthis pad to subtract ten seconds of cooking time each
time it is pressed.
13. START/ADD 30 SECONDS. Touch this pad to start all entries. If no other
settings have been made, touch this pad to cook at 100% power for 30
seconds. Press again to add time in 30 second increments, up to 9 minutes
and 59 seconds. Cooking will start immediately.
14. AUTO PIZZA. Touch this pad to automatically bake fresh or frozen pizza.
15. BAKE. Touchthis pad to select a temperature to bake selected food items.

COOKWARE

GUIDE

Most heat-resistant, nonmetallic cookware is safe for use in your microwave oven.
However, to test cookware before using, follow these steps:
1. Place the empty cookware in the microwave oven.
2. Measure 1 cup (250 ml) of water in a glass measuring cup and place it in the oven beside the cookware.
3. Microwave on 100% power for 1 minute. If the dish is warm, it should not be used for microwave cooking.

USE
Ovenproof
Glass
• Glass treated for use in high-intensity heat includes
utility dishes, bread dishes, pie plates, cake plates,
liquid measuring cups, casseroles, and bowls without
metallic trim.
China
• Bowls, cups, serving plates, and platters without
metallic trim can be used in your oven.
Plastic
• When using plastic wrap as a cover, make sure that
the dish is deep enough so the plastic wrap does not
touch the food. As the food heats, it may melt the
plastic wrap wherever the wrap touches the food.
• Place plastic wrap loosely over the top of the dish and
secure it by pressing the wrap to the sides of the dish.
• Vent by turning back one corner of the plasficwrap.
This will allow excess steam to escape.
• Use plastic dishes, cups, semi-rigid freezer
containers, and plastic bags only for short time
cooking. Use these with care because the plastic
may soften from the heat of the food.
Paper
• Microwave-safe paper towels, waxed paper, paper
napkins, and paper plates with no metallic trim or
design can be used in your oven.
• Refer to the manufacturer's label for use of any paper
product in the microwave oven.

DO NOT USE
Metal Utensils
• Metal shields food from microwave energy and
produces uneven cooking. Avoid metal skewers,
thermometers, or foil trays.
• Metal utensils can cause arcing, which is a discharge
of electric current. Arcing can damage your
microwave oven.
Metal Decoration
• Do not use metal-trimmed or metal-banded
dinnerware, casserole dishes, etc.
Centura

Tableware

• The Coming Company recommends that you do not
use Centura tableware and some Corelle TM closedhandle cups for microwave cooking.
Aluminum

Foil

• Do not use large sheets of aluminum foil because
they hinder cooking and may cause arcing. You may
use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs and
wings.
• Keep all aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the walls
and door of the oven.
Wood
• Wooden bowls, boards, and baskets will dry out
and may split or crack when you use them in the
microwave oven.
Tightly Closed Containers
• Tightly closed cookware can explode. Be sure to
leave an opening for steam to escape from covered
cookware.
Brown Paper
• Do not use brown paper bags. They absorb heat
and could burn.
Metal Twist Ties
• Always remove metal twist ties as they can become
hot and cause a fire.

TIPS FOR MICROWAVE

COOKING

DROWNING

ARRANGEMENT

Meat and poultry with high fat content that are cooked
for 10 or 15 minutes or longer will brown lightly. Foods
cooked a shorter time can be brushed with a browning
agent, such as Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, or
barbecue sauce.

Do not stack food. Arrange in a single layer in the dish
for more even cooking. Because dense foods cook more
slowly, place thicker portions of meat, poultry, fish, and
vegetables toward the outside of the dish.

COVERING

Because foods cook quickly in a microwave oven, you
need to test frequently for doneness.

A cover traps heat and steam and causes the food to cook
more quickly. Use a lid or microwave-safe plastic wrap
with one corner folded back to vent the excess steam.
Lids on glass casseroles can become hot during cooking.
Handle carefully. Waxed paper will prevent the food from
splattering in the oven and help retain heat. When warming
bread items, use waxed paper, napkins, or paper towels.
To absorb extra moisture, wrap sandwiches and fatty foods
in paper towels.
SPACING
Arrange individual foods, such as baked potatoes,
cupcakes, and hors d'oeuvres' in a circle and at least
1 inch apart. This will help the food cook more evenly.

TESTING

STANDING

FOR DONENESS

TiME

iN OVEN

Depending on density, food often needs to stand from 2
to 15 minutes either in or outside the oven after cooking
power shuts off. Outside of oven, you usually need to
cover food during standing time to retain heat. Remove
most foods when they are slightly undercooked and they
will finish cooking during standing time. The internal
temperature of food will rise about 10°F during
standing time.
SHiELDiNG

Stirring blends flavors and redistributes the heat in foods.
Always stir from the outside toward the center of the dish.
Food at the outside of the dish heats first.

To prevent some portions of foods in rectangular or square
dishes from overcooking, you may need to shield them with
small strips of aluminum foil to block the microwaves. You
can also cover poultry legs and wing tips with foil to keep
them from overcooking. Always keep foil at least 1 inch
from oven walls to prevent arcing.

TURNING

PiERCiNG

Large foods, such as roasts and whole poultry, should be
turned so that the top and bottom cook evenly. Also turn
over chicken pieces and chops.

Pierce the shell, skin, or membrane of foods before cooking
to prevent them from bursting. Foods that require piercing
include yolks and whites of eggs, hot dogs, clams, oysters,
and whole vegetables, such as potatoes and squash.

STiRRiNG

CLEANING
Wipe the oven inside and outside with a soft cloth and
a mild detergent solution, then rinse and wipe dry. This
should be done weekly or more often, if needed. Never use
cleaning powders or rough pads. Excessive oil splatters
on the inside top will be difficult to remove if left for many
days. Wipe splatters with a wet paper towel, especially after
cooking chicken or bacon.
TURNTABLE
The turntable and turntable roller rest are removable. They
should be hand-washed in warm (not hot) water with a mild
detergent and a soft cloth. Once they are clean, rinse well
and dry with a soft cloth. Never use cleaning powders, steel
wool, or rough pads.
• The glass turntable may be cleaned in the sink. Be careful
not to chip or scratch the edges as this may cause the
turntable to break during use.
• The turntable roller rest should be cleaned regularly.

PIZZA OVEN PAN
The pizza grill pan features a non-stick surface and is
dishwasher safe. It should be washed regularly in a
dishwasher or warm, soapy water.
SPECIAL

CARE

For best performance and safety, the inner door panel
and the oven front frame should be free of food or grease
buildup. Wipe often with a mild detergent, then rinse and
wipe dry. Never use cleaning powders or rough pads.
After cleaning the control panel, touch STOP/PRESS TO
CANCEL to clear any entries that might have been entered
accidentally while cleaning the panel.

CLOCK

CHILD

When the oven is first plugged
31ease set the clock.

Example:

into a power

Use this safety feature to lock the control panel
when you are cleaning the oven, or to prevent
children from using the oven unsupervised.

outlet,

To set the clock for 10:30.

Touch:

Display

To set Child Lock.

Shows:

Touch:

LOCK

Time of day
Touch and
hold until "L"
appears
(approximately
4 seconds).

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timer for 3 minutes.

Display

A time-saving pad, this simplified control lets you
quickly set and start microwave cooking at 100%
)ower without the need to set the time and press
START.

Shows:

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Example:

2. 300

Display Shows:

Touch and
hold until "L"
disappears
(approximately
4 seconds).

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TIMER

can set up to 99 minutes

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To cancel CHILD LOCK.

NOTE: This is a 12-hour clock.

KITCHEN

Display Shows:

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To cook for 1 minute.

Touch:

Display Shows:

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1.
Time counts down to 0.

Time of day

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Twice.

Time counting down and
power level 10.

NOTE: If you touch ADD 30 seconds, it will add 30
seconds each time the pad is pressed, up to
9 minutes and 59 seconds.

MORE & LESS FUNCTIONS

MULTISTAGE

COOKING

This convenient feature lets you add or reduce
cooking time in 10 second increments while a cooking
cycle is in process without having to restart the
cooking cycle.

For best results, some recipes call for different
cooking power levels during different stages of a
cook cycle. You can program your oven to switch
from one power level to another for up to 3 stages.

Example: When cooking is in process with 2 minutes
remaining, you want to add 20 seconds.

Example: To set a 2-stage cook cycle.

Touch:

Touchtw°times.

Display

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2. 300

Time counting down
NOTE: Use the LESS pad to decrease the cooking
time in 10 second increments.

to set a
3-minute cook
time for the
first stage.

TIMED COOKING

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5. Cook

Time

NOTE: If you do not select a power level, the oven
will automatically cook at 100% power.

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tS_

Example: Timed Cooking for 2 minutes.

to set a
7-minute cook
time for the
second stage.

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to set an 80%
cook power
for the first
stage.

4.8

This feature lets you program a specific cook time and
power level. For best results, there are 10 power level
settings in addition to HIGH (100%) power. Refer to
the "Microwave Power Levels Table" on page 12 for
more information.

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]

Time counting down

When the first stage is over, you will hear two
short tones as the oven begins the second
cook stage.

MICROWAVE

POWER LEVELS

Your microwave oven has 10 cook power levels to allow
you to cook or heat a wide variety of foods. Refer to the
table below for suggestions:

Microwave

Power

Level

Power
Level

Table

Use

• Boiling water.

(High)

• Making candy.
• Cooking poultry pieces, fish, and vegetables.
• Cooking tender cuts of meat.
• Whole poultry.

• Reheating rice, pasta, and vegetables.

• Reheating prepared foods quickly.
• Reheating sandwiches.

• Cooking egg, milk, and cheese dishes.
• Cooking cakes, breads.
• Melting chocolate.

• Cooking veal.
• Cooking whole fish.
• Cooking puddings and custard.

• Cooking ham, whole poultry, and lamb.
Cooking rib roast, sirloin tip.

• Thawing meat, poultry, and seafood.

• Cooking less tender cuts of meat.
Cooking pork chops, roast.

• Taking chill out of fruit.
Softening butter.

• Keeping casseroles and main dishes warm.
Cream cheese.

• Standing time.

QUICK TOUCH COOKING
Example:

Use this function to cook food without entering a cook
time or power level. Refer to the Quick Touch Cook
Table below for more information.

Touch:

Example: To cook a 3.5 oz. bag of microwave
popcorn.

Touch:

2, S_TART_

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]

3. At the end of cooking
time, 2 short tones
and 1 long tone will
sound.

Time counting down

3. At the end of cooking

End

time, 2 short tones
and 1 long tone will
sound.

Display

2, _

Display Shows:

......
............ [

To cook 1 potato.

Shows:

;

Time counting down
I

End

]
J

CATEGORY

SERVING AMOUNT

1 Time

Food Plate

1 serving (10 oz.)

• Place on low plate.

r-h-I

2 servings (15 oz.)

• Cover with vented plastic wrap.

End

DiRECTiONS

• Let stand 3 minutes after cooking.
2 Time

Soup/Sauce
rk-2

1 cup

• Place in shallow microwaveable casserole.

2 cups

• Cover with vented plastic wrap.

3 cups

• After cooking, stir and let stand 3 minutes.

4 cups
3 Times

Casserole

1 cup

• Place in shallow microwaveable casserole.

rk-_q

2 cups

• Cover with vented plastic wrap.

3 cups

• After cooking, stir and let stand 3 minutes.

4 cups
4 Times

Roll/Muffin
rk-4

1 piece (2 oz.)
2 pieces (4 oz.)

• Place on paper towel.
• Do not cover.

3 pieces (6 oz.)
4 pieces (8 oz.)

]

AUTO DEFROST
NOTE:

Three defrost sequences are preset in the oven. The
defrost feature provides you with the best defrosting
method for frozen foods. The cooking guide will show
you which defrost sequence is recommended for the
food you are defrosting.

When you touch the START/ADD 30 pad, the display
changes to defrost time countdown. The oven will beep
during the DEFROST cycle. At this time, open the door
and turn, separate, or rearrange the food.
Remove any portions that have thawed. Return frozen
portions to the oven and touch START/ADD 30 to
resume the defrost cycle. The oven will not stop
during the BEEP unless the door is opened.

For added convenience, the AUTO DEFROST includes a
built-in beep mechanism that reminds you to check, turn
over, separate, or rearrange the food during the defrost
cycle. Three different defrosting options are provided.
1. MEAT

For best results:

2. POULTRY

• Remove fish, shellfish, meat, and poultry from its
original closed paper or plastic package (wrapper).
Otherwise, the wrapper will hold steam and juice close
to the foods, which can cause the outer surface of
the foods to cook.

3. FiSH
* Available weight is 0.1-6.0 Ibs. (.05to 2.7kg).
Example:

To defrost

1.2 Ibs. of ground

beef.

Display Shows:

• Form the meat into the shape of a doughnut before
freezing. When defrosting, scrape off thawed meat
when the beep sounds and continue defrosting.

[

]

• Place foods in a shallow glass baking dish or on a
microwave roasting rack to catch drippings.

2. I and 2

[

]

• Foods should still be somewhat icy in the center when
removed from the oven.

Touch:

to enter the weight.

AUTO DEFROST TABLE

Time counting down

Category
4. At the end of cooking
time, 2 short tones
and 1 long tone will
sound.

E, d I

BEEF
Ground beef, round steak, cubes for stew,
tenderloin steak, pot roast, rib roast, rump
roast, chuck roast, hamburger patty

_EF I
MEAT

EQUIVALENT WEIGHT TABLE
OuRces

Decimal

Weight

1.6

.10

3.2

.20

4.0
4.8

.25 - One-quarter pound
.30

6.4
8.0

.40

9.6
11.2
12.0
12.8
14.4
16.0

LAMB
Chops (1-in. [2.5-cm] thick), rolled roast
PORK
Chops (1/2-in. [1-cm] thick), hot dogs,
spareribs, country-style ribs,
rolled roast, sausage
VEAL
Cutlets (1 lb. [0.5 kg], 1/2-in. [1-cm] thick).
POULTRY
Whole (under 4 Ibs. [1.8 kg]), pieces,
breasts (boneless)

_b c 2
CORNISH HENS
POULTRY Whole

.50 - One-half pound
.60
.70
.75 - Three-quarters
.80

Food

pound
nCC

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FISH

.90
1.00

TURKEY
Breast (under 6 Ibs. [2.7 kg])
FISH
Filets, whole steaks
SHELLFISH
Crab meat, lobster tails, shrimp, scallops

WARNING:
Do not use large sheets of aluminum
foil because they hinder
arcing. You may use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs and wings.
least 1 inch from the walls and door of the oven.

COOKING

cooking and may cause
Keep all aluminum
foil at

TiPS

Meat
Poultry
1. No special techniques are required. Poultry should
be prepared as with conventional cooking. Season
if desired.

1. No special techniques are required. Meat should
be prepared as with conventional cooking. Season
if desired. Always thoroughly defrost meat before
cooking.

2. Poultry should be thoroughly defrosted. Remove
giblets and any metal clamps.

2. Place the meat on a microwave roasting rack or
microwave-proof plate and place on the turntable.

3. Prick the skin and brush lightly with vegetable oil
unless the poultry is self-basting.

3. Cook according to the Meat Cooking Table (below).
Use the longer time for large cuts of meats and the
shorter time for small cuts of meats. For thicker
chops, use the longer time.

4. All poultry should be placed on a microwave roasting
rack or a microwave-proof plate and placed on the
turntable.

4. Turn the meat once halfway through the cooking
time.

5. Cook according to the instructions in the Poultry
Cooking Table below. Turn over halfway through the
cooking time. Because of its shape, poultry has a
tendency to cook unevenly, especially in very bony
parts.Turning food over helps to cook these areas
evenly.

5. Let stand for 5-10 minutes wrapped in foil after
cooking. The standing time is very important as it
completes the cooking process.
6. Make sure meat, especially pork, is thoroughly
cooked before eating.

Meat
BEEF
Standing/Rolled Rib
- Medium
- Well-Done
Ground Beef (to brown
for casserole)
Hamburgers, fresh or
defrosted (4 oz. each)
- 2 patties
- 4 patties
PORK
Loin, Leg
Bacon
- 4 slices
- 6 slices

Microwave
Power

Cooking Time
Per Pound

8
8
HIGH (100%)

8 to 10 minutes
8 to 10 minutes
51/2to 81/2minutes

HIGH (100%)
HIGH (100%)

6. Remove from oven, wrap in foil, and let stand for
5-10 minutes before carving.The standing time
is very important, since it completes the cooking
process.
7. Make sure poultry is thoroughly cooked before eating.
Whole poultry is completely cooked when the juices
run clear from the inside thigh when it is pierced with
a sharp knife. Poultry pieces should be pierced with
a sharp knife through the thickest part to ensure that
the juices are clear and the flesh is firm.

Poultry

2 to 4 minutes
3 to 5 minutes
12 to 16 minutes

HIGH (100%)
HIGH (100%)

2 to 3 minutes
3 to 4 minutes

NOTE: The times listed above are only a guide.
Allow for differences in individual tastes and preferences.
The times may also vary due to the shape, cut,
and composition of the food.

Microwave
Power

Cooking Time
Per Pound

CHICKEN
Whole
Breast (boned)
Portions

8
8
8

10 to 14 minutes
9 to 13 minutes
10 to 16 minutes

TURKEY
Whole

10 to 14 minutes

NOTES:

• The times listed above are only a guide. Allow for
differences in individual tastes and preferences.
The times may also vary due to the shape, cut, and
composition of the food.
• If whole poultry is stuffed, the weight of the stuffed bird
should be used when calculating the cooking time.

COOKING

TIPS (continued)

Fish
5. Let stand as directed in the Cooking Table before serving.

1. Arrange fresh or frozen fish in a large shallow non-metallic
dish or casserole.

6. After standing time, check to see that the fish is thoroughly
cooked. The fish should be opaque and flake easily.

2. Cover with pierced microwave plastic wrap or casserole lid.
3. Place the dish on the turntable.
4. Cook according to the instructions in the Fish Cooking
Table below. Flakes of butter can be added to
the fish, if desired.
Microwave
Power

FiSH

Cooking Time
Per Pound

Standing
Time

Butter

Fish Filets

HIGH

4 to 7 minutes

Add 1 to 2 tbsp (15 to 30 ml)
lemon juice

2 to 3 minutes

Whole Mackerel,
cleaned and prepared

HIGH

4 to 7 minutes

3 to 4 minutes

Whole Trout,
cleaned and prepared

HIGH

5 to 8 minutes

3 to 4 minutes

Salmon Steaks

HIGH

6 to 7 minutes

Add 1 to 2 tbsp (15 to 30 ml)
lemon juice

3 to 4 minutes

COOKING

WITH AUTO PIZZA

Four pizza bake functions are preset in the oven. The
AUTO PIZZA feature automatically selects the best
cooking method and time for various pizza types. The
cooking guide shows which AUTO PIZZA function is
recommended for the the pizza you are cooking.
Example:

To cook

a frozen

Touch:

Twice.

regular

crust

Press AUTO
PIZZA

u.u,_,

Frozen rising
crust pizza

21 minutes

2 times

Frozen regular
crust pizza

15 minutes

3 times

Fresh regular
crust pizza

15 minutes

4 times

Fresh par-baked
crust pizza

25 minutes

I
O

3" At the end °f c°oking
time, 2 short tones
and 1 long tone will
sound.

will come on and
Red indicator light
time counting down.
I

End

Cooking
Time

1 time

pizza.

Display Shows:

Pizza Type

Touch this
padeach
to add
of
cooking
time
time10it seconds
is pressed.

Touch
this pad
subtract
of cooking
time toeach
time it10isseconds
pressed.

NOTE: ALWAYS use the pizza tray when cooking in the pizza
oven. Take care when removing food; the tray will be hot[

COOKING WiTH
THE BAKE FEATURE
Four BAKE temperatures are preset in the oven. The
BAKE temperature feature provides you with easy
programming to bake selected food items.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE THIS OVEN FOR
BROILING FOODS. This oven is not intended for

Press

BAKE

BAKE
temperature

Recommended
food

I time

425 ° F (218 ° C)

Frozen potatoes

2 times

400 ° F (204 ° C)

Frozen foods

3 times

375 ° F (190 ° C)

4 times

350 ° F (176 ° C)

Biscuits

broiling.
Oven temperatures may vary. Adjust oven
temperatures and baking times as necessary.
Example:

To bake

at 400 ° F for

Touch:

Display

Twice.
....................
...............
I

1200
t5 6

12 minutes.

Toenter
cook timei

Shows:

,,_,u,_,

3. _START_"_

4. At the end of cooking
time, 2 short tones
and 1 long tone will
sound.

Red indicator light
will come on and
time counting down.
[
L

End

I
J

NOTE: ALWAYS use the pizza tray when cooking
in the pizza oven. Take care when removing
food; the tray will be hot!

Questions

and Answers

Operation
Question

Answer

Why is the oven light not on during
cooking?

There may be several causes. Have you:
• Set a cooking time?
Pressed the START pad?

Why is the clock display blank or off?

Make sure the microwave oven is plugged into a working outlet. Check for a
blown house fuse or tripped circuit breaker.

Why does steam come out of the air
exhaust vent?

Steam is normally produced during cooking. The microwave oven has been
designed to vent this steam.

Will the microwave oven be damaged
if it operates empty?

Yes. Never operate the oven empty or without the glass turntable.

Does microwave energy pass through
the viewing screen in the door?

No. The metal screen bounces the energy back to the oven cavity. The holes
(or ports) allow only light to pass through. They do not let microwave energy
pass through.

Why does a tone sound when a pad
on the control panel is touched?

The tone tells you that the setting has been entered.

Can the microwave oven be damaged
if food is cooked for too long?

Like any other cooking appliance, it is possible to overcook food to the point
that the food creates smoke and even possibly fire and damage to the inside
of the oven. It is always best to be near the oven while you are cooking.

When the oven is plugged into the wall
outlet for the first time, it doesn't work
properly. What is wrong?

The microcomputer controlling your oven may temporarily become scrambled
and fail to function as programmed when you plug it in for the first time or
when power resumes after a power interruption. Unplug the oven from the
120-volt household outlet and then plug it back in to reset the microcomputer
and then reset the clock.

Why is there light reflection around the
outer case?

This light is from the oven light which is located between the oven cavity and
the outer wall of the oven.

What are the various sounds heard
when the microwave oven is operating?

The clicking sound is caused by a mechanical switch turning the microwave
oven's magnetron ON and OFR
The heavy hum is from the change in power the magnetron draws as it is turned
ON and OFF by a mechanical switch. The change in blower speed is from the
change in line voltage caused by the magnetron being turned ON and OFF.

Why is there a fan running after the
pizza oven is stopped?

The fan will continue operating to cool the internal components of the pizza
oven.

Questions

and Answers (continued)

Food
Question

Answer

What is wrong when baked foods
have a hard, dry, brown spot?

A hard, dry, brown spot indicates overcooking. Shorten the cooking or
reheating time.

Why do eggs sometimes pop?

When baking, frying, or poaching eggs, the yolk may pop due to steam
buildup inside the yolk membrane. To prevent this, simply pierce the yolk
with a wooden toothpick before cooking.
CAUTION: Never microwave eggs in the shell.

Why are scrambled eggs sometimes
a little dry after cooking?

Eggs will dry out when they are overcooked, even if the same recipe is used
each time. The cooking time may need to be varied for one of these reasons:
• Eggs vary in size.
• Eggs are at room temperature one time and at refrigerator
temperature another time.
• Eggs continue cooking during standing time.

Why do baked apples sometimes burst
during cooking?

The peel has not been removed from the top half of each apple to
allow for expansion of the interior of the apple during cooking. As in
conventional cooking methods, the interior of the apple expands during
the cooking process.

Why do baked potatoes sometimes
burn during cooking?

If the cooking time is too long, fire could result. At the end of the
recommended cooking time, potatoes should be slightly firm.
CAUTION: Do not overcook.

Why is a standing time recommended
after microwave cooking time is over?

Standing time allows foods to continue cooking evenly for a few minutes after
the actual microwave oven cooking cycle ends. The amount of standing time
depends upon the density of the foods.

Why is additional time required
for cooking food stored in the
refrigerator?

As in conventional cooking, the initial temperature of food affects total cooking
time. You need more time to cook food taken out of a refrigerator than for
food at room temperature.

Why is pizza underdone or burnt?

You may need to adjust the cooking time and temperature.

Why does the pizza pan get hot?

The pizza pan is used to retain heat and help brown the food.

Can I use the pizza oven to
broil foods?

No. The oven is to be used for baking select food items and pizzas only.

Can I cook without the pizza pan?

No. The pan must be used for any baking done in the oven.

BEFORE

CALLING

FOR SERVICE

You can often correct operating problems yourself. If your microwave oven fails to work properly, locate the
operating problem in the list below and try the solutions listed for each problem.
If the microwave oven still does not work properly, contact the nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center, which is fully
equipped to handle your service requirements. See warranty on page 2.

Problem

Possible Causes

Oven does not start

• Is the power cord plugged in?
• Is the door closed?
• Is the cooking time set?
• Has the house circuit breaker tripped or blown?

Arcing or sparking

• Are you using approved cookware?
• Is the oven empty?

Incorrect time of day

• Have you tried to reset the time of day?

Unevenly cooked foods

• Are you using approved cookware?
• Is the glass turntable in the oven?
• Did you turn or stir the food while it was cooking?
• Were the foods completely defrosted?
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?

Overcooked foods

• Was the time/cooking power level correct?

Undercooked foods

• Are you using approved cookware?
• Were the foods completely defrosted?
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?
• Are the ventilation ports clear?

Improper defrosting

• Are you using recommended

cookware?

• Was the time/cooking power level correct?
• Did you turn or stir the food during the defrosting cycle?

FEDERAL

COMMUNICATIONS

STATEMENT

(U.S.A.

COMMiSSiON

RADIO

FREQUENCY

iNTERFERENCE

ONLY)

WARNING:

* Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or television.

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 ISM
Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules, which are
designed to provide reasonable protection against such
interference in a residential installation.

- 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 the
microwave oven and the receiver are on different branch
circuits.

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:

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.

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