Kenmore Microwave Oven 721 86012 Users Manual

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Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
English / Español

Models/Modelos: 721.86012, 86013, 86019

Kenmore Elite

Microwave Hood Combination
Combinación Microondas Campana

P/No.: MFL57601504
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com

Table Of Contents

Microwave Hood
Combination Warranty

Warranty . ....................................................................2
Protection Agreements.................................................3
Safety ..........................................................................4
Overview......................................................................7
How Your 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
Control Panel Features ..............................................10-11
How To Use ............................................................... 12
Audible Signals................................................................... 12
Clock..................................................................................... 12
Interrupting Cooking.......................................................... 12
Control Lock......................................................................... 12
Kitchen Timer....................................................................... 12
Vent....................................................................................... 13
Cooktop Light...................................................................... 13
Light Timer........................................................................... 13
Add 30 Sec......................................................................... 14
Timed Cooking.................................................................... 14
Two-Stage Cooking........................................................... 14
Microwave Power Levels.................................................. 15
Turntable On/Off.............................................................. 16
Option.................................................................................. 16
Favorite................................................................................ 16
Melt/Soften......................................................................... 17
Auto Defrost.................................................................18–21
Sensor Operating Instructions.......................................... 22
Cook Sensor Guide............................................................ 22
Popcorn Sensor ................................................................. 22
Cook Sensor/Reheat Sensor ........................................... 22
Cook Sensor Table/Reheat Sensor Table..................... 23
Auto Cook/Auto Cook Table........................................... 24
Warm & Hold..................................................................... 25
Tips For Convection Cooking............................................ 25
Convection........................................................................... 26
Convection Baking Guidelines..................................27–28
Meat Roasting Guidelines For Convection Cooking.... 29
Tips For Combination Cooking......................................... 30
Combination Roast............................................................. 30
Speed Cook/Speed Cook Chart..................................... 31
Combination Roast Cooking Guide................................ 32
Combination Bake Cooking Guide................................. 33
Heating/Reheating Guide................................................ 34
Fresh Vegetable Guide..................................................... 35
Care And Cleaning ....................................................36
Replacing The Cooktop And Oven Lights...................... 37
Caring For The Filters........................................................ 38
Cooking Tips.........................................................39–43
Questions And Answers . ..........................................44
Troubleshooting....................................................45–46
Service.......................................................... Back Cover

One-Year Limited Warranty
When installed, operated, and maintained according to
all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance
fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within
one year from the date of purchase, call
1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair.
Five-Year Limited Warranty on the Magnetron
For five years from the date of purchase, if the
magnetron in this microwave oven fails due to a defect
in material or workmanship, Sears will replace the
magnetron. Safety regulations require the magnetron to
be installed by Sears. After the first year, the customer
assumes any labor costs associated with magnetron
replacement.
If this appliance is used for other than private family
purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the
date of purchase.
This warranty covers only defects in material and
workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use,
including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs,
and bags.
2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct
product installation, operation, or maintenance.
3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not
installed, operated, or maintained according to all
instructions supplied with the product.
5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from
accident, abuse, misuse, or use for other than its
intended purpose.
6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the
use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals, or utensils other
than those recommended in all instructions supplied
with the product.
7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting
from unauthorized modifications made to this product.
Disclaimer of Implied Warranties; Limitation of
Remedies
Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this
limited warranty shall be product repair as provided
herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,
are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed
by law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or
consequential damages. Some states and provinces
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, or limitations on the duration of
implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so these
exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in
the United States and Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS
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.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product. Here’s what the
Agreement* includes:
• P
arts and labor needed to help keep products operating properly under normal use, not just defects.
Our coverage goes well beyond the product warranty. No deductibles, no functional failure excluded
from coverage – real protection.
• Expert service by a force of more than 10,000 authorized Sears service technicians, which means
someone you can trust will be working on your product.
• Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as often as you want us, whenever you want us.
• “ 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’t be fixed.
• Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request – no extra charge.
• Fast help by phone – we call it Rapid Resolution – phone support from a Sears representative on all
products. Think of us as a “talking owner’s manual.”
• Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations.
• $
250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of
any covered refrigerator or freezer.
• Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised.
• 10% discount off the regular price of any non-covered repair service and related installed parts.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You
can call anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment online.
The Master Protection Agreement is a risk-free purchase. If you cancel for any reason during the product
warranty period, we will provide a full refund or a prorated refund anytime after the product warranty
period expires. Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply.
For prices and additional information in the U.S.A., call 1-800-827-6655.
* Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full details, call Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other
major home items, in the U.S.A. or Canada call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

Product Record
In the space at right, record the date of purchase, model,
and serial number of your product. You will find the
model and serial number printed on an identification
plate located inside the oven door. Have these items
of information available whenever you contact Sears
concerning your product.

Model No.
Date of Purchase
Serial No.
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future
reference.

Microwave Oven Safety
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your microwave oven.
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 theword
“DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

You will be killed or seriously injured
if you do not follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured
if you do not follow these instructions.

DANGER

WARNING

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, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or
exposure to excessive microwave energy:
• Read all instructions before using the
microwave oven.
• Read and follow the specific
“PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY” found in this section.
• The microwave oven must be grounded.
Connect only to a properly grounded
outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS”
found at the end of this section.
• Install or locate the microwave oven only in
accordance with the provided installation
instructions.

• Some products such as whole eggs in
the shell and sealed containers, such as
closed jars, can 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

MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• T he microwave oven should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel. Call an authorized
service company for examination, repair, or
adjustment.
• See door surface cleaning instructions in the
“Care and Cleaning” section.
• To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
– Do not overcook food. Carefully attend to the
microwave oven when paper, plastic, or other
combustible materials are placed inside the
oven to facilitate cooking.
– Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic
bags before placing bags in oven.
– If materials inside the oven ignite, keep the oven
door closed, turn the oven off, and disconnect
the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse
or circuit breaker panel.
– Do not use the oven cavity for storage purposes.
Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils,
or food in the oven cavity when not in use.
• This Microwave Oven is suitable for use above
both gas and electric cooking equipment.
• This Microwave Oven is intended to be used
above ranges with a maximum width of
36 inches (91 cm).
• Clean Ventilating Hoods frequently - grease
should not be allowed to accumulate on the
hood or filter.
• When flaming foods under the hood, turn the
fan on.
• Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter.
Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based
oven cleaners, may damage the filter.
• Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils
should not be inserted in the microwave oven as
they may start a fire or create risk of electric
shock.

• D
o not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces
can break off the pad and touch electrical
parts causing a risk of electric shock.
• Do not store anything directly on top of the
microwave oven when the microwave oven is in
operation.
• Do not cover or block any openings on the
microwave oven.
• Do not store this microwave oven outdoors.
• Do not use the microwave oven near water
- for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, or similar
location.
• Do not immerse the cord or plug in water.
• Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a
table or counter.
• Do not mount the oven over a sink.
• Do not cover the racks or any other part of the
oven with metal foil. Doing so will cause the
oven to overheat.
• Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea can 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
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 before and halfway through
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 caution when inserting a spoon
or other utensil into the container.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with
the door open. Doing so can result in harmful
exposure to microwave energy. It is important not
to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.

(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is
particularly important that the oven door closes
properly and that there is no damage to the:
(1) Door (bent)
(2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened)
(3) Door seals and sealing surfaces

(b) Do not place any object between the oven
front face and the door, or allow soil or cleanser
residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired
by anyone except for a properly qualified service
technician.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

DANGER

Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
A 120-Volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 20-amp fused
electrical supply is required. A time delay fuse is
recommended. It is recommended that a separate
circuit, serving only this appliance, be provided.

Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3-prong
outlet. Do not remove ground
prong. Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension
cord.Failure to follow these
instructions can result in
electrical shock, fire, or death.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Improper grounding can
result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a
qualified electrician or service technician if you
do not understand the grounding instructions or if
doubt exists whether the appliance is properly
grounded. Do not use an extension cord. If the
power supply cord is too short, have a qualified
electrician or service technician install an outlet
near the microwave oven.
• For a permanently connected appliance:
This appliance has a short power supply cord
to reduce the risk of anyone tripping over or
becoming entangled in the cord. The microwave
oven must be connected to a grounded, metallic,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment
grounding conductor should be run with the
circuit conductors and connected to the
equipment grounding terminal or lead on the
microwave oven.

For all cord-connected appliances:
The microwave oven must be grounded.
In the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock
by providing an escape wire for the electric
current. The microwave oven is equipped
with a cord having a grounding wire with a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an outlet that is properly installed and
grounded.

Ensure proper
ground exists
before use

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Overview
This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking. It also discusses the basic information you
need to know to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before you use your oven.

HOW YOUR MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION WORKS
Microwave energy is not hot. It causes food to
make its own heat, and it is this heat that cooks the
food. Microwaves are like TV waves, radio waves,
or light waves. You cannot see them, but you can
see what they do.

Microwaves pass through most glass, paper, and
plastics without heating them so food absorbs the
energy. Microwaves bounce off metal containers
so food does not absorb the energy.

A magnetron in the microwave oven produces
microwaves. The microwaves move into the
oven where they contact food as it turns on the
turntable.

The Microwave System features Sensor Cooking
functions. A humidity sensor in the oven cavity
detects moisture and humidity emitted from food
as it heats. The sensor adjusts cooking times to
various types and amounts of food. Sensor cooking
takes the guess work out of microwave cooking.

Sensor Cooking

Magnetron

For the best cooking results

Metal floor Glass tray

• A
lways cook 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 halfway through the cooking time
for all recipes. This will help make sure the food
is evenly cooked.
• If you do not have a cover for a dish, 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.

Oven cavity

The glass turntable of your microwave oven lets
microwaves pass through. Then they bounce off a
metal floor, back through the glass turntable, and
are absorbed by the food.

RADIO INTERFERENCE
Using your microwave oven may cause interference 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.
• Adjusting the receiving antenna of the radio or television.
• Moving the receiver away from the microwave oven.
• Plugging the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and receiver 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.
Cook at 100% power for 1 minute. When the time
is up, the water should be heated.

OVERVIEW

TESTING YOUR DINNERWARE OR COOKWARE
Test dinnerware 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 gets hot, do not use it. Some dishes
(melamine, some ceramic 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 with hidden
metal (twist-ties, foil lining, staples, metallic glaze
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 pads. 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, fruit, herbs, wood, paper,
gourds, or clothes in the oven.
• Do not start a microwave oven when it is empty.
Product life may be shortened. If you practice
programming the oven, put a container of
water in the oven. It is normal for the oven door
to look wavy after the oven has been running
for a while.
• Do not try to melt paraffin wax in the oven.
Paraffin wax will not melt in a microwave oven
because it allows microwaves to pass through it.
• Do not operate the microwave oven unless the
glass turntable is securely in place and can
move freely. The turntable can move in either
direction. Make sure the turntable is correctside up in the oven. Handle your turntable with
care when removing it from the oven to avoid
possibly breaking it. If your turntable cracks or
breaks, contact your dealer for a replacement.
• When you use a browning dish, the browning
dish bottom must be at least 3 ⁄16 inch above
the turntable. Follow the directions supplied with
the browning dish.
• Never cook or reheat a whole egg inside
the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may

cause them to burst, and possibly damage the
oven. Slice hard-boiled eggs before heating.
In rare cases, poached eggs have been known
to explode. Cover poached eggs and allow a
standing time of one minute before cutting into
them.
• For best results, stir any liquid several times
during heating or reheating. Liquids heated in
certain containers (especially containers shaped
like cylinders) may become overheated. The
liquid may splash out with a loud noise during
or after heating or when adding ingredients
(coffee granules, tea bags, etc.). This can harm
the oven.
• Microwaves may not reach the center of a
roast. The heat spreads to the center, from the
outside, cooked areas just as in regular oven
cooking. This is one of the reasons for letting
some foods (for example, roasts or baked
potatoes) stand for a while after cooking, or for
stirring some foods during the cooking time.
• Do not deep fry in the oven. Microwavable
utensils are not suitable and it is difficult to
maintain appropriate deep-frying temperatures.
• D
o not overcook potatoes. At the end of the
recommended cooking time, potatoes should be
slightly firm because they will continue cooking
during standing time. After microwaving, let
potatoes stand for 5 minutes. They will finish
cooking while standing.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
If your electric power line or outlet voltage is less
than 110 volts, cooking times may be longer. Have
a qualified electrician check your electrical system

OVERVIEW

MICROWAVE OVEN FEATURES
A

D. Cooking Guide Label
E. Vent Grille
F. Glass tray. The glass tray moves food as it cooks
for more even cooking. It must be in the oven
during operation for best cooking results.
G. Cooktop Light
H. Grease Filter. See “Caring for the Filters”
section.
I. Control Panel. Touch the pads on this panel to
perform all functions.

Your microwave oven is designed to make your
cooking experience as enjoyable and productive
as possible. To get you up and running quickly, the
following is a list of the oven’s basic features:
A. Metal Shielded Window. The shield prevents
microwaves from escaping. It is designed as a
screen to allow you to view food as it cooks.
B. Model and Serial Number Plate
C. Charcoal Filter (behind Vent Grille)

1. Convection Rack

The turntable rotates in both directions to help food
cook more evenly. Do not operate the microwave
oven without the glass tray in place.
To Install:
1. Place the support on the oven cavity bottom.
2. Place the glass tray on the support.
Fit the raised, hollowed groove on the bottom of
the glass tray between the rollers of the hub. The
rollers on the support should fit inside the ridge
on the bottom of the glass tray.

2. Metal Tray/Drip Pan

3. Turntable
4. Rotate Ring
5. Shaft

OVERVIEW

CONTROL PANEL FEATURES
Your microwave oven control panel lets you select the desired cooking function quickly and easily. If Micro,
Conv, Combi pad is not selected, it automatically defaults to micro. All you have to do is touch the necessary
Command Pad. The following is a list of all the Command and Number Pads located on the control panel.
For more information on these features, see the “How to Use” section.

2
3
5

10
12

100°F

250°F

275°F

300°F

325°F

350°F

375°F

400°F

425°F

450°F

OVERVIEW
1. Display. The Display includes a clock and
indicators to tell you time of day, cooking time
settings and cooking functions selected.
2. Sensor Cook. Touch this pad to cook baked
potato, frozen vegetable, fresh vegetable,
canned vegetable, frozen entree and rice. The
oven’s sensor will tell the oven how long to cook
depending on the amount of humidity coming
from the food.
3. Popcorn. Touch this pad when popping popcorn
in your microwave oven. The oven’s sensor will
tell the oven how long to cook depending on the
amount of humidity it detects from the popcorn.
4. Sensor Reheat. Touch this pad to reheat
casserole, dinner plate, pizza slice and soup/
sauce. The oven’s sensor will tell the oven how
long to cook depending on the amount of
humidity coming from the food.
5. Auto Defrost. Touch this pad to select food type
and defrost food by weight.
6. Auto Cook. Touch this pad to cook Bacon, Fresh
Roll & Muffin, Frozen Roll & Muffin, Beverage,
Chicken Pieces, Hot Cereal.
7. Soften/Melt.
Soften. Touch this pad to soften Butter, Ice
Cream, Cream Cheese or Frozen Juice.
Melt. Touch this pad to melt Butter or Margarine,
Chocolate or Cheese.
8. Speed Cook. Touch this pad when setting weight
combination cooking.
9. Micro. Touch this pad when setting Microwave
cooking.
10. Convection. Touch this pad when setting
Convection cooking.
11. Combo. Touch this pad when setting combination
cooking or preheat.
12. Number. Touch number pads to enter cooking
time, power level, quantities, weights, or cooking
temperature.

13. Power Level. Touch this pad to select a cooking
power level.
14. Add 30 Sec. Touch this pad to set and start
quickly at 100% power level.
15. Favorites. Touch this pad to recall a cooking
instruction previously programmed into memory.
16. Turntable On/Off. Touch this pad to turn off the
turntable. OFF will appear in the display.
NOTE: This option is not available in cook sensor
and defrost modes.
17. Options. Touch this pad to change the oven’s
default settings for sound, clock, display speed
and defrost weight.
18. Warm & Hold. Touch this pad to keep hot,
cooked foods safely warm in your oven for up to
90 minutes.
19. Clock. Touch this pad to enter the time of day.
20. Kitchen Timer. Touch this pad to set the kitchen
timer.
21. Control Lock. Touch and hold this pad for three
seconds to lock the control panel.
22. Light Timer. Touch this pad to set the light timer.
23. Start. Touch this pad to start a function or enter
all entries. If you open the door after oven
begins to cook, touch START again.
24. Stop. Touch this pad to stop the oven or to clear
all entries.
25. Vent On/Off. Touch this pad to turn the fan on/off.
26. Vent 5 Speed. Touch this pad to choose one of
five fan speeds.
27. Light On/Off. Touch this pad to turn on the
cooktop/countertop light.

How To Use
INTERRUPTING COOKING

This section gives you instructions for operating each
function. Please read these instructions carefully.

You can stop the oven during a cycle by opening
the door. The oven stops heating and the fan
stops, but the light stays on. To restart cooking,
close the door and Touch START.
If you do not want to continue cooking, open
the door and touch STOP.

AUDIBLE SIGNALS
Audible signals are available to guide you when
setting and using your oven:
• A programming tone will sound each time
you touch a pad.
• Seven tones signal the end of a Kitchen Timer
countdown.
• Four tones signal the end of a cooking cycle.

CONTROL LOCK
Use this safety feature to lock the control panel
when you are cleaning the oven, or to ensure that
children cannot use the oven unsupervised.

CLOCK

To set CONTROL LOCK:

When your microwave oven is first plugged in or
after a power failure, the Display will show “PLEASE
SET TIME OF DAY”. If a time of day is not set, “ : ”
will show on the Display until you touch “Clock”.

Touch:

Display Shows:

Time of day.

Example: To set the clock for 10:30(AM).

Touch:

Display Shows:

Touch and hold until
LOCKED appears
in the display.
(approximately 3
seconds)

To cancel CONTROL LOCK:
2.

enter time of day

Touch:
1.

10:30 touch start
10:30
am touch 1
pm touch 2

Time of day.
Touch and hold until
LOCKED disappears
in the display
(approximately three
seconds).

KITCHEN TIMER
Your microwave oven can be used as a timer.
You can set up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.

10:30
touch start
am

Display Shows:

Example: To set 3 minutes.

10:30

NOTES:
• If you enter in an incorrect time and touch
“Clock”, you cannot set time of day. Enter the
correct time.
• If you touch STOP while setting the clock, the
Display will show the last time of day set or “:”
if no time of day has been set.

Touch:

Display Shows:

enter time in min
and sec

3:00 touch start

3:00 timer

Time counting down.

HOW TO USE

VENT

LIGHT TIMER

The bottom of the control panel controls the 5speed exhaust fan.
Example: To set Level 4.

Touch:

Display Shows:

This shows the last
level until you select
the fan speed level.

You can set the LIGHT to automatically turn on
and off at specified times. The light comes on at
the same time every day until reset.
Example: Turn on 2:00 AM, turn off 7:00 AM

Touch:

level 4
Touch this pad until
LEVEL 4 appears in
the display.

Display Shows:

enter light on time
or touch clear to
reset light timer

2:00 touch start

am touch 1
pm touch 2

enter light off time

touch start

am touch 1
pm touch 2

touch start

set light timer

Turn off fan when desired
NOTE: If the temperature from the range or
cooktop below the oven gets too hot, the exhaust
fan in the vent hood will automatically turn on at
the 4-Speed setting to protect the oven. It may
stay on up to an hour to cool the oven. When this
occurs, the Exhaust Fan pad will not turn the fan
off. You cannot turn the exhaust fan off during
microwave cooking.

COOKTOP LIGHT
A pad on the bottom of the control panel
controls the cooktop light.
Example: To set the Lamp for HIGH.

Touch:

Display Shows:

light on

2:00 touch start

To cancel the LIGHT TIMER when oven is On or
Off.

light off

Touch:
1.

Display Shows:

enter light on time
or touch clear to
reset light timer
reset light timer

HOW TO USE

ADD 30 SEC

TWO-STAGE COOKING
For best results, some recipes call for different
power levels during a cook cycle. You can
program your oven for 2 power level stages
during the cook cycle.

A time-saving pad, this simplified control lets
you quickly set and start microwave cooking at
100% power without the need to touch START.
Example: To cook for 1 minutes.

Touch:

Display Shows:

Twice

Example: To set a 2-stage cook cycle.

Touch:

Display Shows:

Time of day

enter cooking time

Time counting down
and COOK.

3:00 touch start
or power level

to set a 3 minute
cook time for first
stage.

power 100

NOTE: Each time you touch 30 SEC., it will add
30 sec. up to 99 min, 59 sec.

TIMED COOKING

This feature lets you program a specific cook time
and power. For best results, there are 10 power
level settings in addition to HIGH (100%) power.
Refer to the “Microwave Power Levels Table” on
page 15 for more information.
NOTE: If you do not select a power level, the
oven will automatically cook at HIGH (100%)
power.
Example: To cook for 5 minutes, 30 seconds at
80% power.

Touch:

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

enter cooking time

5:30 touch start
or power level

5:30 power 100
enter power
level 0 to 10

5:30 power 80
touch start

Time counting
down and
COOK.

3:00 power 80
touch start

enter cooking time

7:00 touch start
or power level

to set a 7 minute
cook time for second
stage.

Display Shows:

3:00 power 100
enter power
level 0 to 10

8.
to set a 50% cook
power for the second
stage.
9.

7:00 power 100
enter power
level 0 to 10
7:00 power 50
touch start
Time counting down
and COOK.

1st stage power 80
2nd stage power 50

10. When the first stage is over, you will hear
two short tones as the oven begins the
second cook stage.
NOTE: You may set the second stage to 0 power to
establish a period of standing time within the oven.

power 80

HOW TO USE

MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
For best results, some recipes call for different cook
powers. The lower the cook power, the slower the
cooking. Each number from 10 to 0 stands for a
different percentage of full cook power.
The following chart gives the percentage of cook
power each number pad stands for, and the cook
power name usually used.
COOK POWER
100% of full power
9 = 90% of full power
8 = 80% of full power
7 = 70% of full power

LEVEL
High

Medium-High

6 = 60% of full power
5 = 50% of full power

Medium

4 = 40% of full power
3 = 30% of full power

Medium-Low,
Defrost

2 = 20% of full power
1 = 10% of full power

Low

0 = 0% of full power

None

It also tells you when to use each cook power. Follow
recipe or food package instructions if available.
NOTE: Refer to a reliable cookbook for cooking
times based on the 950 Watt cook power of your
microwave oven.

WHEN TO USE IT
• Quick heating many convenience foods and foods with high
water content, such as soups and beverages.
• Cooking tender cuts of meat, ground meat.
• Heating cream soups
• Heating rice, pasta, or casseroles
• Cooking and heating foods that need a Cook Power lower than
high (for example, whole fish and meat loaf) or when food is
cooking too fast
• Reheating a single serving of food
• Cooking requiring special care, such as cheese and egg dishes,
pudding, and custards
• Finishing cooking casseroles
• Cooking ham, whole poultry, and pot roasts
• Simmering stews
• Melting chocolate
• Heating pastries
• Manually defrosting foods, such as bread, fish, meats, poultry,
and precooked foods
• Softening butter, cheese, and ice cream
• Keeping food warm
• T aking chill out of fruit
• Standing time in oven

HOW TO USE

TURNTABLE ON/OFF

FAVORITE

For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. It
can be turned off for large dishes.

FAVORITE RECIPE lets you recall one cooking
instruction previously placed in memory and
begin cooking quickly.
Example: To cook for 2 minutes.

Touch:

Display Shows:

off t/table

Touch:

on t/table

1:00 power 100
touch start or
manual key

enter cooking time

Press TURNTABLE
ON/OFF to turn the
turntable on or off.
NOTE:
• This option is not available in cook sensor and
defrost modes.
• Sometimes the turntable can become hot to
touch. Be careful touching the turntable during
and after cooking.
• D
o not run the oven empty.

OPTION

2:00 touch start
or power level

Time counting down.
power 100

Example: To recall the custom recipe.

You can change the default values for beep
sound, clock, display speed and defrost weight.
See following chart for more information.

Touch:

No.

Function

1 Beep ON/ OFF control
2 Clock display control
3 Display

No.
Result
1 Sound ON
2 Sound OFF
1 Clock ON
2 Clock OFF
1 Slow speed
2 Normal speed
3 Fast speed
1 Lbs.
2 Kg.

Display Shows:

sound on/off touch 1
clock on/off touch 2
scroll speed touch 3
lbs/kg touch 4

lbs touch 1
kg touch 2

Display Shows:
2:00 power 100
touch start or
manual key
Time counting down
and cook.
power 100

When the cook time is over, you will hear four
beeps and COOK END will display.

4 Defrost weight mode
selected
Example: To change defrost weight mode
(from Lbs. to Kg).

Touch:

Display Shows:

HOW TO USE

MELT

SOFTEN

The oven uses low power to melt foods (butter or
margarine, chocolate, or processed cheese food).
See the following table.
Example for 8 oz. Chocolate:

The oven uses low power to soften foods (butter,
ice cream, cream cheese, and frozen juice). See
the following table.
Example for quart of ice cream:

Touch:

Display Shows:

Time of day

select menu 1 to 4

chocolate
touch 1 to 2

ice cream
touch 1 to 3

8 OZ
touch start

quart touch start

Time counting down.

chocolate

Time counting down.

ice cream

MELT TABLE

SOFTEN TABLE

Code Category
Direction
Amount
Unwrap and place
1
Butter
1, 2 or
in microwavable
3 sticks
container. No need to
cover butter. Stir at
the end of cooking to
complete melting.
2
Cheese Use processed cheese 8 or 16
food only. Cut into
oz.
cubes. Place in a single
layer in microwavable
container. Stir at the
end of cooking to
complete melting.
3 Chocolate Chocolate chips or
4 or 8
squares of baking
oz.
chocolate may be used.
Unwrap squares and
place in microwavable
container. Stir at
the end of cycle to
complete melting.

Code Category
Direction
Butter Unwrap and place in
1
microwavable container.
Butter will be at room
temperature and ready
for use in recipe.
2 Cream Unwrap and place in
cheese microwavable Container.
Cream cheese will be at
room temperature and
ready for use in recipe.
3 Ice cream Place container in oven.
Ice cream will be soft
enough to make scooping
easier.

Amount
1, 2 or
3 sticks

3 or 8
oz.

Pint,
Quart,
Half
gallon

HOW TO USE

AUTO DEFROST

OPERATING TIPS

Three defrost sequences are preset in the oven.
The auto defrost feature provides you with the
best defrosting method for frozen foods. The Auto
Defrost Table will show you which defrost sequence
is recommended for the food you are defrosting.
For added convenience, the Auto Defrost includes
a built-in beep mechanism that reminds you to
check, turn over, separate, or rearrange to get best
defrost results. Three different defrost settings are
provided.
1 MEAT
2 POULTRY
3 FISH
4 BREAD
5 RAPID - only 1 lb.
*You can set Auto Defrost from 0.1 to 6.0 pounds
in each setting.

• F or best results, remove fish, shellfish, meat, and
poultry from its original closed paper or plastic
package (wrapper). Otherwise, the wrap will
hold steam and juice close to the foods, which
can cause the outer surface of the foods to cook.
• For best results, shape your ground meat into
the form of a doughnut before freezing. When
defrosting, scrape off thawed meat when the
beep sounds and continue defrosting.
• Place foods in a shallow container or on a
microwave roasting rack to catch drippings.
• For more defrost help, please read “Defrosting
Tips” following the Auto Defrost Table.
This table shows you food type selections and the
weights you can set for each type. For best results,
loosen or remove covering on food.
FOOD

Example: To defrost 1.2 lbs of ground beef.

Touch:

Display Shows:

Meat
Poultry
Fish
Bread
Rapid

meat touch 1
poultry touch 2
fish touch 3
bread touch 4
rapid touch 5

meat
enter weight

1.2 lbs
touch start

and
to enter the weight

TOUCH
Auto Defrost
1
2
3
4
5

WEIGHTS YOU CAN SET
(tenths of a pound)
.1 to 6.0 (45g to 2722g)
.1 to 6.0 (45g to 2722g)
.1 to 6.0 (45g to 2722g)
.1 to 1.0 (45g to 454g)
only 1 lb.

WEIGHT CONVERSION TABLE

You are probably used to food weights as being in
pounds and ounces that are fractions of a pound (for
example, 4 ounces equals 1/4 pound). However, in
order to enter food weight in Auto 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 table to convert the weight to
decimals.

Time counting
down.

defrost

Equivalent Weight

NOTE:

When you touch the START pad, the display
changes to defrost time count down. 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
to resume the defrost cycle.

OUNCES

DECIMAL WEIGHT

1.6
3.2
4.8
6.4
8.0
9.6
11.2
12.8
14.4
16.0

.10
.20
.30
.40
.50 One-Half Pound
.60
.70
.80
.90
1.00 One Pound

HOW TO USE

AUTO DEFROST TABLE
NOTE: Meat of irregular shape and large, fatty cuts of meat should have the narrow or fatty areas shielded
with foil at the beginning of the defrost sequence.

Meat settings
FOOD

SETTING

AT BEEP

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

BEEF
Ground Beef,
Bulk

MEAT

Remove thawed portions with fork. Do not defrost less than 1/4 lb.
Turn over. Return remainder to oven. Freeze in ball shape.

Ground Beef,
Patties

MEAT

Separate and rearrange.

Do not defrost less than 2 oz. patties.
Depress center when freezing.

Round Steak

MEAT

Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.

Place in a microwave safe dish.

Tenderloin
Steak

MEAT

Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.

Place in a microwave safe dish.

Stew Beef

MEAT

Remove thawed portions with fork.
Separate remainder.
Return remainder to oven.

Place in a microwave safe dish.

Pot Roast,
Chuck Roast

MEAT

Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.

Place in a microwave safe dish.

Rib Roast

MEAT

Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.

Place in a microwave safe dish.

Rolled Rump
Roast

MEAT

Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.

Place in a microwave safe dish.

LAMB
Cubes for
Stew

MEAT

Remove thawed portions with fork.
Return remainder to oven.

Place in a microwave safe dish.

Chops
(1 inch thick)

MEAT

Separate and rearrange.

Place in a microwave safe dish.

PORK
Chops
(1/2 inch thick)

MEAT

Separate and rearrange.

Place in a microwave safe dish.

Hot Dogs

MEAT

Separate and rearrange.

Place in a microwave safe dish.

Spareribs
Country-style
Ribs

MEAT

Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.

Place in a microwave safe dish.

Sausage,
Links

MEAT

Separate and rearrange.

Place in a microwave safe dish.

Sausage,
Bulk

MEAT

Remove thawed portions with fork. Place in a microwave safe dish.
Turn over. Return remainder to oven.

Loin Roast,
Boneless

MEAT

Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.

Place in a microwave safe dish.

HOW TO USE

Auto Defrost table (CONT.)
Poultry setting
Food
CHICKEN
Whole
(up to 6 lbs)

SETTING
At Beep
POULTRY Turn over (finish defrosting
breast-side down). Cover warm
areas with aluminum foil.

Special Instructions
Place chicken breast-side up on a
microwavable roast rack. Finish defrosting
by immersing in cold water. Remove giblets
when chicken is partially defrosted.

Separate pieces and rearrange. Place on a microwavable roasting rack.

Cut-up

Turn over. Cover warm areas
with aluminum foil.

Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.

CORNISH
HENS
Whole

POULTRY Turn over. Cover warm areas
with aluminum foil.

Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.

TURKEY
Breast
(up to 6 lbs)

POULTRY Turn over. Cover warm areas
with aluminum foil.

Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.

Fish setting
SETTING

Food
FISH
Fillets

FISH

Turn over. Separate fillets when

partially thawed if possible.

Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Carefully separate fillets under cold water.

Steaks

FISH

Separate and rearrange.

Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Run cold water over to finish defrosting.

Whole

FISH

Turn over.

Place in a microwavable baking dish. Cover
head and tail with foil; do not let foil touch
sides of microwave . Finish defrosting by
immersing in cold water.

Crabmeat

FISH

Break apart. Turn over.

Place in a microwavable baking dish.

Lobster tails

FISH

Turn over and rearrange.

Place in a microwavable baking dish.

Shrimp

FISH

Separate and rearrange.

Place in a microwavable baking dish.

Scallops

FISH

Separate and rearrange.

Place in a microwavable baking dish.

At Beep

Special Instructions

SHELLFISH

HOW TO USE
Bread setting
Food
Bagel
Dinner Roll
Muffin
Hamburger
Hot Dog
Bun
Slices of
Bread
Loaf of
Bread

SETTING
Bread

At Beep
Turn over and rearrange.

Special Instructions
Place on 3 sheets of paper towel.

DEFROSTING TIPS
• When

using Auto Defrost, the weight to be
entered is the net weight in pounds and tenths
of pounds (the weight of the food minus the
container).
• Before starting, make sure you have removed
any of the metal twist-ties which often come with
frozen food bags, and replace them with strings
or elastic bands.
• Open containers such as cartons before they are
placed in the oven.
• Always slit or pierce plastic pouches or
packaging.
• If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place
food in a suitable container.
• Slit the skins, if any, of frozen food such as
sausage.
• Bend plastic pouches of food to ensure even
defrosting.
• Always underestimate defrosting time. If
defrosted food is still icy in the center, return it to
the microwave oven for more defrosting.

• T he length of defrosting time varies according to
how solidly the food is frozen.
• T he shape of the package affects how quickly
food will defrost. Shallow packages will defrost
more quickly than a deep block.
• A
s food begins to defrost, separate the pieces.
Separated pieces defrost more easily.
• U
se small pieces of aluminum foil to shield
parts of food such as chicken wings, leg tips, fish
tails, or areas that start to get warm. Make sure
the foil does not touch the sides, top, or bottom of
the oven. The foil can damage the oven lining.
• F or better results, let food stand after defrosting.
(For more information on standing time, see the
“Microwave Cooking Tips” section.)
• Turn over food during defrosting or standing
time. Break apart and remove food as required.

HOW TO USE

SENSOR OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS

POPCORN SENSOR
Popcorn lets you pop popcorn without needing to
program times and power.
Example : To pop popcorn.

Sensor Cook allows you to cook most of your
favorite foods without selecting cooking times
and power levels. The display will indicate
Sensing during the initial sensing period.
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 will tell the
oven how much longer to heat. The display
will 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 temperature.
2. Glass Tray (TURNTABLE) and outside of
container should be dry to assure best
cooking results.
3. Foods should always be covered with
microwavable plastic wrap, waxed paper,
or a lid.
4. Do not open the door or touch the STOP 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.

Touch:

Display Shows:

popcorn

When the cook time is over, you will hear four
beeps and COOK END will display.

COOK SENSOR
Using COOK SENSOR lets you heat common
microwave-prepared foods without needing
to program times and Cook Powers. COOK
SENSOR has preset Cook Power for 6 food
categories.
Example: To cook rice.

COOK SENSOR GUIDE

Touch:

Display Shows:

select menu 1 to 6

rice

When the cook time is over, you will hear four
beeps and COOK END will display.

Appropriate containers and coverings help
assure good Sensor cooking results.
1. Always use microwavable containers and
cover them with lids or 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 full for best
results.
4. Be sure the outside of the cooking container
and the inside of the microwave oven are
dry before placing food in the oven. Beads
of moisture turning into steam can mislead
the sensor.

REHEAT SENSOR
Using REHEAT SENSOR lets you reheat common
microwave-prepared foods without selecting
cooking times and power levels.
Example: To reheat 2 slices of pizza.

Touch:

Display Shows:

select menu 1 to 4

pizza slice

When the cook time is over, you will hear four
beeps and COOK END will display.

HOW TO USE

COOK SENSOR TABLE
Touch pad category
DIRECTION
number
Baked
Pierce each potato with a fork and place the oven tray around
1
Potato
the edge, at least one inch apart.
After cooking, allow to stand for 5 minutes.
Canned
Remove from the outer display can. Place in an appropriately
2
Vegetable sized microwave container, cover with plastic wrap, and vent.
After cooking, stir and allow to stand for 3 minutes.
Fresh
Prepare as desired, wash, and leave residual water on the
3
Vegetable vegetables. Place in an appropriately sized microwave
container. Add amount of water according to the quantity (1~2
cups : 2 tablespoons, 3~4 cups : 4 tablespoons).
Cover with plastic wrap and vent. After cooking, stir and allow
to stand for 3 minutes.
Frozen
Remove from outer display package. Slit cover. If not in
4
Entree
microwave-safe container, place on a plate.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent the plastic film by piercing
with a fork (3 times). After cooking, allow to stand for 3 minutes.
Frozen
Remove from package, rinse off frost under running water.
5
Vegetable Place in an appropriately sized microwave container. Add
amount of water according to the quantity (1~2 cups : 2
tablespoons, 3~4 cups : 4 tablespoons).
Cover with plastic wrap and vent. After cooking, stir and allow
to stand for 3 minutes.
Rice
Place rice and twice as much liquid (water, chicken or
6
vegetable stock) in a 2 quart microwave dish.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent. After cooking, allow to stand
for 10 minutes. Stir for fluffier rice.

AMOUNT
1~4 medium
(approx. 8 to 10
oz. each)
1~4 cups
1~4 cups

10 to 21 oz.

1~4 cups

1/2-2 cups
Use medium or
long grain rice.
Cook instant rice
according to
directions on the
package.

REHEAT SENSOR TABLE
Touch pad category
number
1
Casserole
2
3
4

DIRECTION

Place in a microwavable bowl or casserole.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
After cooking, Stir and let stand 3 minutes.
Dinner Plate Place on a low plate. Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Let stand 3 minutes after cooking.
Pizza Slice This is reheat function for a leftover pizza.
Place on paper towel on a microwave safe plate.
Soup/Sauce Place in shallow microwavable casserole.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
After cooking, Stir and let stand 3 minutes.

AMOUNT
1~4 cups
1 to 2 servings
1~4 slices
1~4 cups

HOW TO USE

AUTO COOK
Auto Cook provides 6 preset categories for
cooking.
Example: To cook bacon 2 slices.

Touch:

select menu 1 to 6

beverage touch 1 to 2

2 cups touch start

Time counting down
and cook.

Example: To cook beverage 2 cups.

Display Shows:

select menu 1 to 6

1.
2.

bacon touch 2 to 6

2 slices touch start

Time counting down
and cook.

bacon

beverage

AUTO COOK TABLE
Touch pad
category
number

DIRECTION

AMOUNT

Bacon

Place bacon strips on a microwave bacon rack for best
results. (Use dinner plate lined with paper towels if rack is
not available)

Beverage

Chicken
Pieces

1~2 cups
Use a wide-mouth mug. Do not cover.
Remove from display package and place on a plate.
(Be careful! The beverage will be very hot! Sometimes liquids
heated in cylindrical containers will splash out when the cup
is moved.)
0.5 ~ 2 lbs.
Place the chicken pieces in an appropriately sized
microwavable container, cover with plastic wrap, and vent.

Fresh Roll/
Muffin

Frozen
Roll/Muffin

Hot cereal

Remove from display package and place on plate.
(If muffins are over 3 oz. each, count as two when entering
quantity.)
Remove from display package and place on plate.
(If muffins are over 3 oz. each, count as two when entering
quantity.)
Prepare as directed on package and cook.
Stir well before eating. Use only instant hot cereal.

2~6 slices

1~6 pieces
(2-3 oz. each)
1~6 pieces
(2-3 oz. each)
1~6 servings

HOW TO USE

WARM & HOLD

TIPS FOR CONVECTION COOKING
This section gives you cooking instructions and
procedures for operating each convection function.
Please read these instructions carefully.
Convection cooking circulates hot air through the
oven cavity with a fan. The constantly moving air
surrounds the food to heat the outer portion quickly,
creating even browning and sealed-in flavor by the
constant motion of hot air over the food surfaces.
Your oven uses convection cooking whenever you
use the Convection Button. DO NOT USE THE OVEN
WITHOUT THE TURNTABLE IN PLACE.
1. A
lways use the metal rack on the turntable
when convection cooking.
2. Do not cover turntable or metal rack with
aluminum foil. It interferes with the flow of air
that cooks the food.
3. Round pizza pans are excellent cooking utensils
for many convection-only items.
Choose pans that do not have extended handles.
4. Use convection cooking for items like soufflés,
breads, cookies, angel food cakes, pizza, and
for some meat and fish cooking.
5. Your oven comes equipped with metal tray
which can be used for cooking in convection
mode or combination mode.
6. You do not need to use any special techniques
to adapt your favorite oven recipes to
convection cooking; however, you need to lower
oven temperature by 25°F from recommended
temperature mentioned in package instructions
when cooking packaged food in convection
mode.
7. When baking cakes, cookies, breads, rolls,
or other baked foods, most recipes call for
preheating. Preheat the empty oven just as you
do a regular oven. You can start heavier dense
foods such as meats, casseroles, and poultry
without preheating.
8. All heat-proof cookware or metal utensils can
be used in convection cooking.
9. As in conventional cooking, the distance of
the food from the heat source affects cooking
results. Refer to the charts in this Use and Care
Guide.
10. U
se metal utensils only for convection cooking.
Never use for microwave or combination
cooking since arcing and damage to the oven
may occur.
11. After preheating, if you do not open the
door, the oven will automatically hold at the
preheated temperature for 30 minutes.

You can safely keep hot, cooked food warm in
your microwave oven for up to 90 minutes (about
1 hour, 30 minutes). You can use Warm & Hold
by itself, or to automatically follow a cooking
cycle.
Example: To use the Warm & Hold.

Touch:

Display Shows:

hold warm touch
start

90:00
hold warm

At the end of the warm & hold, “END” will be
displayed and four tones will sound.
To make Warm & Hold automatically follow
another cycle:
• After entering cooking instructions, touch Warm
& Hold before touching START.
• When the last cooking cycle is over, you will
hear two tones. “Hold” will come on while the
oven continues to run.
• You can set Warm & Hold to follow Auto Defrost,
Cook, or two stage cooking.
NOTES:
• Warm & Hold operates for up to 90 minutes.
• Opening the oven door cancels Warm & Hold.
Close the door and touch Warm & Hold, then
touch START if additional Warm & Hold time is
desired.
• Food that is cooked covered should also be
covered during Warm & Hold.
• Pastry items (pies, turnovers, etc.) should be
uncovered during Warm & Hold.
• Complete meals kept warm on a dinner plate
should be covered during Warm & Hold.
• Do not use more than one complete Warm &
Hold cycle (about 1 hour, 30 minutes). The quality
of some foods will suffer with extended time.

PRECAUTIONS
• The oven cavity, door, turntable, roller rest,
metal tray, metal rack, and cooking utensils will
become very hot. USE THICK OVEN GLOVES
when removing the food, cooking utensils, metal
rack, metal tray, and turntable from the oven
after convection cooking.
• Do not use lightweight plastic containers, plastic
wraps, or paper products during any convection
cycle.
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HOW TO USE

CONVECTION

Example: To set the convection cooking at 375°F for
30 minutes without preheating.

During convection cooking, a heating element is
used to raise the temperature of the air inside the
oven.
Convection cooking temperature ranges from
100°F to 450°F.
It is best to preheat the oven when convection cooking.
Note: Lower oven temperature by 25°F from
package recommended temperature, instructions. The
baking time may vary according to the food condition
or individual preference.
Example: To set the convection cooking at 325°F for

45 minutes with preheating.

Touch:
1.
2.

Display Shows:

Time of day

350 f enter
temperature or
touch start

375 f touch start

375 f enter
cooking time

Display Shows:
Time of day

NOTE: If you press the start button, it will operate.

350 f enter
temperature or
touch start

325 f touch start

325 f preheat

45:00 touch start

30:00
375 f touch start

Time counting
down and cook.
6.

375 f convection

NOTE:
The temperature range has 10 steps from 100°F to
450°F.

Time counting down
and cook.
6.

Touch:

Number Pad
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0

325 f convection

NOTES:
• When the oven reaches the set preheat
temperature, five (5) tones will sound and
the display will scroll the message “PREHEAT
END”. The oven will automatically hold that
temperature for 30 minutes.
• The oven temperature drops very quickly when
the door is opened; however, this should not
prevent food from being fully cooked during
normal cooking time.
• During convection cooking, the exhaust fan in
the vent hood will automatically turn on at the
1-speed setting to protect the oven.

Temperature
100°F
250°F
275°F
300°F
325°F
350°F
375°F
400°F
425°F
450°F

HOW TO USE

CONVECTION BAKING GUIDELINES
1. Always use the metal rack when convection
baking. Place food directly on rack or place in
metal tray and then place tray on rack. (See
page 15.)
2. Aluminum pans conduct heat quickly. For most
convection baking, light, shiny finishes give best
results because they prevent over-browning in
the time it takes to cook the center areas. Pans
with dull (satin-finish) bottoms are recommended
Food
Breads

Refrigerated Biscuits
Corn Bread
Muffins

for cake pans and pie pans for best bottom
browning.
3. D
ark or non-shiny finishes, glass, and pyroceram
absorb heat which may result in dry, crisp crusts.
4. P reheating the oven is recommended when baking
foods by convection.
5. T o prevent uneven heating and save energy, open
the oven door to check food as little as possible.

Oven Temp. Time, Min.
375°F
11 to 14
350°F
35 to 40
425°F
18 to 22

Popovers

325°F

45 to 55

Nut Bread or Fruit
Bread
Yeast Bread
Plain or Sweet Rolls
Devil’s Food
Fudge brownies
Coffee Cake
Cup Cakes
Fruit Cake (loaf)
Gingerbread
Butter Cakes, Cake
Mixes
9 x 13a
Tube Cake
Pound Cake

325°F

60 to 70

375°F
350°F
350°F
350°F
325°F
325°F
275°F
300°F
325°F

16 to 23
13 to 16
35 to 40
26 to 30
30 to 35
20 to 25
90 to 100
25 to 30
35 to 45

325°F
325°F
325°F

35 to 45
30 to 40
45 to 55

Chocolate Chip

350°F

11 to 14

Fruits,
Other
Desserts

Sugar
Baked Apples or
Pears
Bread Pudding

350°F
350°F
300°F

11 to 14
35 to 40
35 to 40

400°F

30 to 35

300°F

30 to 35

Cakes

Cream Puffs
Meringue Shells

Comments
Allow additional time for large biscuits.
Remove from pans immediately and cool
slightly on wire rack.
Pierce each popover with a fork after
removing from oven to allow steam to
escape.
Interiors will be moist and tender.
Lightly grease baking sheet.
Place cake pan on rack.
Bake 2 layers of brownies at a time.
Interior will be moist and tender.

Turn end for end half way through baking.
Grease and flour pan.
Cool in pan 10 minutes before inverting
on wire rack.
Place metal tray on rack. Allow extra
time for frozen cookie dough.
Place metal tray on rack.
Bake in cookware with shallow sides.
Pudding is done when knife inserted near
center comes out clean.
Puncture puffs twice with toothpick to release
steam after 25 minutes of baking time.
When done, turn oven off and let shells
stand in oven 1 hour to dry.

Notes:
• The oven temperature indicated in the chart above is recommended over the package instruction temperature.
• The baking time in the chart above is only a guideline for your reference. You need to adjust time according to
the food condition or your preference. Check readiness at the minimum time.
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CONVECTION BAKING GUIDELINES (cont'd)
Food
Pies, Pastries Frozen Pie

Casseroles

Meringue-Topped
Two-Crust
Quiche
Pastry Shell
Meat, Chicken, Seafood
Combinations
Pasta

450°F
400°F
350°F
400°F
350°F

9 to 11
50 to 55
30 to 35
10 to 16
20 to 40

350°F

25 to 45

Potatoes, scalloped
Vegetable

350°F
350°F

55 to 60
25 to 35

350°F
325°F
400°F

30 to 35
70 to 80
25 to 35

400°F

17 to 21

French Fries Crinkle Cut
Frozen Waffle
Frozen Cheese Sticks
Frozen Turnovers
Meat Loaf
Oven-Baked Stew

450°F
400°F
450°F
450°F
400°F
325°F

15 to 19
5 to 7
6 to 8
18 to 22
30 to 40
80 to 90

Swiss Steak
Stuffed Peppers
Acorn Squash Halves

350°F
350°F
375°F

60 to 70
40 to 45
55 to 60

Baked Potatoes
Twice-Baked Potatoes

425°F
400°F

50 to 60
25 to 30

Convenience Frozen Bread Dough
Frozen Entree
Foods
Frozen Pizza Rising
Crust
Frozen Pizza

Main Dishes

Vegetables

Oven Temp. Time, Min.
400°F
50 to 60

Comments
Place metal tray on rack and place in
cold oven. Preheat oven, tray and rack
to 400°F. When preheated, place
frozen pie on metal tray and bake
according to package time or until
crust is browned and filling is hot.
Follow package directions for preparation.
Follow package directions for preparation.
Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.
Pierce pastry with fork to prevent shrinkage.
Cook times vary with casserole size
and ingredients.
Cook times vary with casserole size
and ingredients.
Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Cook times vary with casserole size
and ingredients.
Follow package directions for preparation.
Follow package directions for preparation.
Follow package directions for preparation.
Pizza should not extend over the rack.
Follow package directions for preparation.
Pizza should not extend over the rack.
Follow package directions for preparation.
Follow package directions for preparation.
Follow package directions for preparation.
Follow package directions for preparation.
Let stand 5 minutes after cooking.
Brown meat before combining with
liquid and vegetables.
Let stand 2 minutes after cooking.
Use green, red, or yellow peppers.
Pierce skin several places. Add 1/2
cup water to dish. Turn squash halves
cut side up after 30 minutes of cook
time and cover.
Pierce skin with fork before baking.
Pierce skin with fork before baking.

HOW TO USE

MEAT ROASTING GUIDELINES FOR CONVECTION COOKING
Food
Beef

Ham

Lamb

Pork

Poultry

Seafood

Oven Temp.
Ribs (2 to 4 lbs.)

Rare

Medium

Well
Boneless Ribs, Top Sirloin

Rare

Medium

Well
Beef Tenderloin

Rare

Medium
Pot Roast (21/2 to 3 lbs.)

Chuck, Rump
Meat Loaf (2 lbs.)
Canned (3-lb. fully cooked)
Butt (5-lb. fully cooked)
Shank (5-lb. fully cooked)
Bone-in (2 to 4 lbs.)

Medium

Well
Boneless (2 to 4 lbs.)

Medium

Well
Bone-in (2 to 4 lbs.)
Boneless (2 to 4 lbs.)
Pork Chops (1/2 to 1-inch thick)

2 chops

4 chops

6 chops
Whole Chicken (21/2 to 31/2 lbs.)
Chicken Pieces (21/2 to 31/2 lbs.)
Duckling (4 to 5 lbs.)
Turkey Breast (4 to 6 lbs.)
Fish, whole (3 to 5 lbs.)
Lobster Tails (6 to 8-oz. each)

Time, Min. / lb.

300°F
300°F
300°F

45 to 50
50 to 55
55 to 60

300°F
300°F
300°F

53 to 58
58 to 63
63 to 68

300°F
300°F

28 to 32
32 to 36

300°F
400°F
325°F
325°F
325°F

83 to 88
65 to 75
20 to 25
20 to 25
17 to 20

300°F
300°F

42 to 47
47 to 52

300°F
300°F
300°F
300°F

50 to 55
55 to 60
48 to 52
56 to 61

325°F
325°F
325°F
375°F
425°F
375°F
325°F
400°F
350°F

42 to 45
45 to 48
48 to 55
25 to 35
10 to 12
19 to 21
21 to 25
13 to 18
12 to 17

Note:
The roasting time in the chart above is only a guideline for your reference. You need to adjust the time
according to the food condition or your preference. Check readiness at the minimum time.

HOW TO USE

TIPS FOR COMBINATION
COOKING

COMBINATION ROAST
Example: To roast with combination cooking for
45 minutes at 400°F.

This section gives you instructions to operate each
combination cooking function. Please read these
instructions carefully. Sometimes combination
microwave-convection cooking is suggested to
get the best cooking results since it shortens the
cooking time for foods that normally need a long
time to cook. This cooking process also leaves
meats juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside.
In combination cooking, the convection heat and
microwave energy alternate automatically. Your
oven has three preprogrammed settings that make
it easy to use combination cooking.

Touch:

Display Shows:

Time of day

Co-1
Once Co-1,
twice Co-2.

HELPFUL HINTS FOR
COMBINATION COOKING

1. Meats may be roasted directly on the metal
rack or in a shallow roasting pan placed on the
rack. When using the metal rack, please check
your cooking guide for information on proper
use.
2. Less tender cuts of beef can be roasted and
tenderized using oven cooking bags.
3. When baking, check for doneness after cooking
time is up. If not completely done, let stand in
oven for a few minutes to complete cooking.

375 f enter
temperature or
touch start or
combi.
400 f touch start
400 f enter
cooking time
45:00
400 f touch start
Time counting
down and cook.

PRECAUTIONS

400 f combi 1

NOTES:
• The temperature range has 9 steps from 250°F
to 450°F.
• During combination cooking, the exhaust fan in
the vent hood will automatically turn on at the
1-speed setting to protect the oven.

1. All cookware used for combination cooking
must be BOTH microwave-safe and oven-safe.
2. During combination baking, some baking
cookware may cause arcing when it comes in
contact with the oven walls or metal accessory
racks. Arcing is a discharge of electricity that
occurs when microwaves come in contact with
metal.
— If arcing occurs, immediately stop the
cooking cycle and place a heat resistant
dish between the pan and the metal rack.
—W
e recommend you use the metal tray
applied with your oven. It has rubber feet
that helps prevent arcing.
— If arcing occurs with other baking cookware,
do not use them for combination cooking.

Touch Combi category
Oven
temperature
combi pad
Once
Convection
Co-1 Combination
375°F
ROAST
Twice
Convection
Co-2 Combination
325°F
BAKE

HOW TO USE

SPEED COOK

This oven can cook food without entering cooking
time or power level on combination mode. SPEED
COOK has 4 food categories. See the SPEED COOK
CHART on this page for the settings available.
For best results, place food on the rack. When
cooking meats, use the metal tray/drip pan to
catch drippings.
Example: To cook 2 lb. roast pork.

Touch:

Display Shows:

Time of day

select menu 1 to 4

roast pork
enter weight

2.0 Lbs
touch start
Time counting
down and cook.

roast pork

SPEED COOK CHART
Touch pad
number

category

Baked Potato

Frozen Lasagna

Roast Pork

Whole Chicken

Direction

Amount

1 - 4 EA
Pierce each potato several times with a fork and place on
metal rack on metal tray.
Remove from outer package. Remove film cover. If lasagna 10 or 21 oz.
is not in a ovenproof container, place it on a ovenproof dish.
Place on metal rack on metal tray. Let stand for 5 minutes
after cooking.
2.0 - 4.0 lbs
Pat dry with paper towels. Place roast on metal rack on
metal tray. After cooking, loosely tent roast with aluminum
foil and let stand 5 to 10 minute.
2.0 - 4.0 lbs
Thoroughly wash inside and outside of chicken with cold
water. Pat chicken dry with paper towels, secure the legs
with kitchen twine. Brush outside of chicken with melted
butter or margarine. Place chicken breast side down on
metal rack on metal tray. After cooking, loosely tent chicken
with aluminum foil. Let stand for 10 minutes after cooking.

HOW TO USE

COMBINATION ROAST COOKING GUIDE
Food
Beef

Ham

Lamb

Pork

Poultry

Seafood

Oven Temp.
Turn over after half of cooking time.
Ribs (2 to 4 lbs.)

Rare

Medium

Well
Boneless Ribs, Top Sirloin

Rare

Medium

Well
Beef Tenderloin

Rare

Medium
Chuck, Rump or Pot Roast (21/2 to 3 lbs.)
(Use cooking bag for best results.)
Turn over after half of cooking time.
Canned (3-lb. fully cooked)
Butt (5-lb. fully cooked)
Shank (5-lb. fully cooked)
Turn over after half of cooking time.
Bone-in (2 to 4 lbs.)

Medium

Well
Boneless (2 to 4 lbs.)

Medium

Well
Turn over after half of cooking time.
Bone-in (2 to 4 lbs.)
Boneless (2 to 4 lbs.)
Pork Chops (3/4 to 1-inch thick)

2 chops

4 chops

6 chops
Turn over after half of cooking time.
Whole Chicken (21/2 to 6 lbs.)
Chicken Pieces (21/2 to 6 lbs.)
Cornish Hens (untied)

Unstuffed

Stuffed
Duckling
Turkey Breast (4 to 6 lbs.)
Fish
1-lb. fillets
Lobster Tails (6 to 8-oz. each)
Shrimp (1 to 2 lbs.)
Scallops (1 to 2 lbs.)

Time, Min./lb.

375°F
375°F
375°F

9 to 13
11 to 15
13 to 17

375°F
375°F
375°F

9 to 13
11 to 15
13 to 17

375°F
375°F
300°F

16 to 18
18 to 20
18 to 20

300°F
300°F
300°F

15 to 18
15 to 18
15 to 18

300°F
300°F

13 to 18
18 to 23

300°F
300°F

14 to 19
19 to 24

300°F
300°F

17 to 20
19 to 22

350°F
305°F
305°F

10 to 13
13 to 16
16 to 19

375°F
375°F

15 to 17
15 to 18

425°F
375°F
375°F
300°F

15 to 18
22 to 25
15 to 18
11 to 15

350°F
350°F
350°F
350°F

7 to 10
10 to 15
9 to 14
8 to 13

Note:
The roasting time in the chart above is only a guideline for your reference. You need to adjust time according to the
food condition or your preference. Check doneness at the minimum time.
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COMBINATION BAKE COOKING GUIDE
Food
Pies, Pastries
Convenience
Foods

Vegetables

Quiche
Frozen Entree
Frozen Pizza
Rolls, Egg Rolls
Pizza
Baked Potatoes

Oven Temp.
425°F

Time, Min.
15 to 17

375°F
450°F

39 to 43
4 to 6

450°F
450°F

23 to 26
36 to 40

Comments
Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.
Follow package directions for preparation.
Follow package directions for preparation.
Follow package directions for preparation.
Pierce skin with a fork before baking.
Place on rack.

HOW TO USE

HEATING / REHEATING GUIDE
To heat or reheat successfully in a microwave oven, it is important to follow several guidelines. Measure the
amount of food in order to determine the time needed to reheat. Arrange the food in a circular pattern for
best results. Room temperature food will heat faster than refrigerated food. Canned foods should be taken
out of the can and placed in a microwave-safe container. The food will heat more evenly if covered with a
microwave-safe lid or vented plastic wrap. Remove cover carefully after cooking to prevent steam burns. Use
the following chart as a guide for reheating cooked food.
Items
Sliced meat
3 slices (¼ -inch thick)
Chicken pieces
1 breast
1 leg and thigh
Fish fillet
(6-8 oz.)
Lasagna
1 serving (10½ oz.)
Casserole
1 cup
4 cups
Casserole – cream or
cheese
1 cup
4 cups
Sloppy Joe or
Barbecued Beef
1 sandwich (½ cup
meat filling)without bun
Mashed potatoes
1 cup
4 cups
Baked beans
1 cup
Ravioli or pasta in sauce
1 cup
4 cups
Rice
1 cup
4 cups
Sandwich roll or bun
1 roll
Vegetables
1 cup
4 cups
Soup
1 serving (8 oz.)

Cook time (at HIGH)
1-2 minutes
2-3½ minutes
1½-3 minutes
2-4 minutes
4-6 minutes
1-3½ minutes
5-8 minutes
1½-3 minutes
3½-5½ minutes
1-2½ minutes
1-3 minutes
5-8 minutes
1½-3 minutes
2½-4 minutes
7½-11 minutes
1½-3½ minutes
4-6½ minutes

Special Instructions
Place sliced meat on microwavable plate.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Note: Gravy or sauce helps to keep meat juicy.
Place chicken pieces on microwavable plate. Cover
with plastic wrap and vent.
Place fish on microwavable plate. Cover with plastic
wrap and vent.
Place lasagna on microwavable plate. Cover with
plastic wrap and vent.
COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once
halfway through cooking.
COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once
halfway through cooking.
Reheat filling and bun separately.
Cook filling covered in microwavable casserole.
Stir once.
Heat bun as directed in chart below.
COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once
halfway through cooking.
COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once
halfway through cooking.
COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once
halfway through cooking.
COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once
halfway through cooking.

15-30 seconds

Wrap in paper towel and place on glass
microwavable rack

1½-2½ minutes
4-6 minutes

COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once
halfway through cooking.

1½-2½ minutes

COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once
halfway through cooking.

HOW TO USE

FRESH VEGETABLE GUIDE
Vegetable
Artichokes
(8 oz.each)
Asparagus,
Fresh, Spears
Beans, Green
&Wax
Beets,Fresh
Broccoli,Fresh,
Spears
Cabbage, Fresh,
Chopped
Carrots, Fresh,
Sliced
Cauliflower,
Fresh, Whole
Flowerettes,
Fresh Celery,
Fresh, Sliced
Corn, Fresh
Mushrooms,
Fresh, Sliced
Parsnips, Fresh,
Sliced
Peas, Green,
Fresh
Sweet Potatoes
Whole Baking
(6-8 oz.each)
White Potatoes,
Whole Baking
(6-8 oz.each)
Spinach, Fresh,
Leaf
Squash, Acorn or
Butternut,
Fresh
Zucchini, Fresh,
Sliced
Zucchini, Fresh,
Whole

Amount
2 medium
4 medium
1 Ib.

Cook Time
at High
Instructions
(Minute)
5-8
Trim.Add 2 tsp water and 2 tsp juice. Cover.
10-13
3-6
Add ½ cup water. Cover.

1 lb.

7-11

1 Ib.

12-16

1 Ib.

4-8

1 Ib.

4-7

2 cups

2-4

1 lb.

7-11

2 cups
4 cups

2½-4½
6-8

2 ears

5-9

½ Ib.

2-3½

1 Ib.

4-8

4 cups

7-10

2 medium
4 medium

5-10
7-13

2 potatoes
4 potatoes

5-8
10-14

1 Ib.

4-7

1 medium

6-8

1 Ib.

4½-7½

1 Ib.

6-9

Standing
Time
2-3 minutes
2-3 minutes

Add ½ cup water in 1½ qt.casserole.
Stir halfway through cooking.
Add ½ cup water in 1½ qt.covered casserole.
Rearrange halfway through cooking.
Place broccoli in baking dish. Add 1/2 cup water.

2-3 minutes

Add ½ cup water in 1½ qt. covered casserole.
Stir halfway through cooking.
Add ¼ cup water in 1 qt. covered casserole.
Stir halfway through cooking.
Trim.Add ¼ cup water in 1 qt. covered casserole.
Stir halfway through cooking.
Slice.Add ½ cup water in 1½ qt. covered
casserole. Stir halfway through cooking.

2-3 minutes

Husk.Add 2 tbsp water in 1½ qt. baking dish.
Cover.
Place mushrooms in 1½ qt. covered casserole.
Stir halfway through cooking.
Add 1/2 cup water in 1½ qt.covered casserole.
Stir halfway through cooking.
Add 1/2 cup water in 1½ qt. covered casserole.
Stir halfway through cooking.
Pierce potatoes several times with fork.
Place on 2 paper towels.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Pierce potatoes several times with fork.
Place on 2 paper towels.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Add½ cup water in 2 qt. covered casserole.

2-3 minutes

Cut squash in half. Remove seeds.
Place in 8 x 8-inch baking dish. Cover.

2-3 minutes

Add½ cup water in 1½ qt. covered casserole.
Stir halfway through cooking.
Pierce. Place on 2 paper towels. Turn over and
rearrange halfway through cooking.

2-3 minutes

2-3 minutes
2-3 minutes

2-3 minutes
2-3 minutes
2-3 minutes

2-3 minutes
2-3 minutes
2-3 minutes
2-3 minutes
2-3 minutes
2-3 minutes
2-3 minutes
2-3 minutes

2-3 minutes

Care And Cleaning
To make sure your microwave oven looks good and works well for a long time, you should maintain it properly.
For proper care, please follow these instructions carefully.
For interior surfaces: Wash often with warm, sudsy
water and a sponge or
soft cloth. Use only mild,
nonabrasive soaps or a
mild detergent. Be sure
to keep the areas clean
where the door and
oven frame touch when
closed. Wipe well with
clean cloth.
Over time, stains can
occur on the surfaces as
the result of food particles
spattering during cooking.
This is normal.

To clean grass tray and rotating ring, wash in
mild, sudsy water; for
heavily soiled areas
Metal Rack
use a mild cleanser
and scouring sponge.
The glass tray and
rotating ring are
Metal Tray
dishwasher safe.

Glass Turntable

Rotate Ring

For stubborn soil, boil a
cup of water in the 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 it.

For exterior surfaces and control panel: Use a
soft cloth with spray
glass cleaner. Apply the
spray glass cleaner to the
soft cloth; do not spray
directly on the oven.
NOTE: Abrasive
cleansers, steel wool
pads, gritty wash cloths,
some paper towels, etc.,
can damage the control
panel and the interior and
exterior oven surfaces.

CARE AND CLEANING

REPLACING THE COOKTOP AND OVEN LIGHTS
Use a cloth or towel when replacing the bulb.
- If you touch the halogen bulb with your bare hands it will reduce the life of the bulb.

The cooktop light

5. Remove bulb holder by pushing locking tab back
slightly to disengage tab from the bulb holder.

1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. Remove the bulb cover mounting screws.

6. Lift up the bulb holder and slide out of the
compartment.
3. R eplace bulb.
4. Reinstall bulb cover with mounting screws.
5. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
The oven light

7. Replace the bulb.

1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.

8. Reinstall bulb holder. Slide bulb holder back into
the compartment and press down firmly so locking tab snaps into place.

2. Remove the vent grille mounting screws.
3. O
pen the door. Tip the grille forward; then slide
to the left and pull out.

9. Replace charcoal filter.
10. Set the bottom of the grille in place, slide to the
right, and then snap the top in place. Replace
the mounting screws.

4. Remove charcoal filter.

11. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.

CARE AND CLEANING

CARING FOR THE FILTERS
The grease filters should be removed and cleaned often, at least once a month.
NOTE: If your microwave hood combination is installed to recirculate air, the chacoal filter (Part
No.5230W1A003A) is 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):

CHARCOAL FILTER REPLACEMENT

1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.

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
cannot be cleaned. Purchase a new charcoal
filter from the nearest Sears Parts & Repair
Service Center, or by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
1. Disconnect power or unplug microwave oven.

2. To remove grease filters, slide each filter to
the side. Pull filters downward and push to the
other side. The filter will drop out.

2. Remove the two vent grille mounting screws.
Slide vent grille slightly to the left.
vent grille

3. Soak grease filters in hot water and a
mild detergent. Scrub and swish to remove
embedded dirt and grease. Rinse well and
shake to dry. Do not clean filters with ammonia,
corrosive cleaning agents such as lye-based
oven cleaners, or place them in a dishwasher.
The filters will turn black or could be damaged.

3. Tip the grille forward; then lift out to remove.
4. Remove old filter.

4. To replace grease filters, slide filter in the
frame slot on one side of the opening. Push
filter upward and push to the other side to lock
into place.

5. Slide a new charcoal filter into place. The filter
should rest at the angle shown.

5. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
6. Push the vent grille into place. Slide the grille
to the right until it snaps into place.
7. Replace the mounting screws.
8. Reconnect power or plug in microwave oven.

Cooking Tips
Amount of food

Releasing pressure in foods

• If you increase or decrease the amount of
food you prepare, the time it takes to cook
that food will also change. For example, if you
double a recipe, add a little more than half the
original cooking time. Check for doneness and,
if necessary, add more time in small increments.

• Several foods (for example, baked potatoes,
sausages, 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 with a fork, cocktail pick, or
toothpick.

Starting temperature of food
• The lower the temperature of the food being
put into the microwave oven, the longer it takes
to cook. Food at room temperature will be
reheated more quickly than food at refrigerator
temperature.

Using standing time
• Always allow food to stand either inside or
outside the oven after the cooking or defrost
period ends. Standing time after defrosting
and cooking allows the temperature to evenly
spread throughout the food, improving cooking
or defrosting results.
• The length of the standing time depends on
how much food you are cooking and how dense
it is. Sometimes it can be as short as the time
it takes you to remove the food from the oven
and take it to the serving table. However, with
larger, denser food, the standing time may be
as long as 10 minutes. For such longer periods,
you may want to program a "0" power second
stage of the cooking cycle for standing time
inside the oven. See Two-Stage Cooking.

Composition of food
• Food with a lot of fat and sugar 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.
• The more dense the food, the longer it takes to
heat. “Very dense” food like meat takes longer
to heat than lighter, more porous food like
sponge cakes.

Size and shape
• Smaller pieces of food will cook faster than
larger pieces. Also, same-shaped pieces cook
more evenly than different-shaped pieces.
• With foods that have different thicknesses,
the thinner parts will cook faster than the thicker
parts. Place the thinner parts of chicken wings
and legs in the center of the dish.

Arranging food
For best results, place food evenly on the plate. You
can do this in several ways:
• If you are cooking several items of the same
food, such as baked potatoes, place them in a
ring pattern for uniform cooking.
• When cooking foods of uneven shapes or
thickness, such as chicken breasts, place the
smaller or thinner area of the food towards the
center of the dish where it will be heated last.
• Layer thin slices of meat on top of each other.
• When you cook or reheat whole fish, score the
skin – this prevents cracking.
• Do not let food or a container touch the top
or sides of the oven. This will prevent possible
arcing.

Stirring, turning foods
• Stirring and turning foods spreads heat
quickly to the center of the dish and avoids
overcooking at the outer edges of the food.

Covering food
Cover food to reduce splattering, shorten cooking
times, and Keep food moist.
You can use any covering that lets microwaves
pass through. See How Your Microwave Hood
Combination Works on page 5 for materials that
microwaves will pass through. If you are using the
Sensor function, be sure to vent.

COOKING TIPS
Using aluminum foil

Removing the rack

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 package. When using aluminum foil containers,
cooking times may be longer because microwaves
will only penetrate the top of the food. If you use
aluminum containers without package instructions,
follow these guidelines:
• Place the container in a glass bowl and add
some water so that it covers the bottom of
the container, not more than 1⁄4-in. (.64-cm)
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
cm).
• Container must be at least half filled.
• To avoid arcing, there must be a minimum 1⁄4
in. (.64 cm) between the aluminum container
and the walls of the oven and also between two
aluminum containers.
• Always place the container on the turntable.
• Shield with small pieces of aluminum foil the
parts of food that may cook quickly, such as
wing tips and leg ends of poultry.
• Heating food in aluminum foil containers
usually takes up to double the time compared
to reheating in plastic, glass, china, or paper
containers. The time when food is ready will
vary depending upon the type of container you
use.
• Let food stand for 2 to 3 minutes after heating
so that heat is spread evenly throughout the
container.

• W
hen popping commercially packaged
popcorn, remove the rack from the oven. Do
not place the bag of microwave popcorn on the
rack or under the rack.
• In the case of popping microwave popcorn with
the rack, that can cause fire or damage to your
microwave oven.

Cooking you should not do in your microwave
oven
• Do not do canning of foods in the oven. Closed
glass jars may explode, resulting in damage to
the oven.
• Do not use the microwave oven to sterilize
objects (baby bottles, etc.). It is difficult to keep
the oven at the high temperature needed for
sterilization.

COOKING TIPS

COOKING COMPARISON GUIDE
Combination cooking combines microwave energy
with convection to cook with speed and accuracy,
while browning and crisping to perfection.
You can use microwave cooking, convection cooking,
or combination cooking to cook by time. Simply
preset the length of cooking time desired and your
oven turns off automatically.
The following guide shows at a glance the difference
between microwave, convection, and combination
cooking.

Cooking with your new oven offers a wide variety
of food preparation options: microwave cooking,
convection cooking, and combination cooking.
Microwave cooking uses very short, high-frequency
radio waves. The movement of the microwaves
through the food generates heat and cooks most
foods faster than regular methods, while retaining
their natural texture and moisture. Microwave cooking
heats food directly, not the cookware or the interior
of the oven. Reheating is easy and defrosting is
particularly convenient because less time is spent in
food preparation.
Convection cooking constantly circulates heated air
around the food, creating even browning and sealed-in
flavor by the constant motion of hot air over the food
surfaces.
Microwave

Convection

Combination

COOKING
METHOD

Microwave energy is
distributed evenly throughout
the oven for fast, thorough
cooking of food.

Hot air circulates around food
to produce browned exteriors
and sealed-in juices.

Microwave energy and
convection heat combine to
shorten the cooking time of
regular ovens, while browning
and sealing in juices.

HEAT
SOURCE

Microwave energy.

Circulating heated air.

Microwave energy and
circulating heated air.

BENEFITS

• Fast, high efficiency
cooking.
• Oven and surroundings do
not get hot.
• Easy clean-up.

• A
ids in browning and seals
in flavor.
• C
ooks some foods faster
than regular ovens.

• S hortened cooking
time from microwave
energy.
• B rowning and crisping
from convection heat.

Read this guide to learn the many different things your Microwave/Convection/Combination Oven can do.
You will find a wide variety of cooking methods and programs designed to suit your lifestyle.

COOKING TIPS

COOKWARE GUIDE
Microwave Cooking
Most heat-resistant, non-metallic 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 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.

Combination Cooking
• G
lass or glass-ceramic baking containers are
recommended. Be sure not to use items with metal
trim as it may cause arcing (sparking) with oven
wall or oven shelf, damaging the cookware, the
shelf or the oven.
• H
eat-resistant plastic microwave cookware (safe
to 450°F) may be used, but is not recommended
for foods that require crusting or all-around
browning, because plastic is a poor conductor of
heat.

Convection Cooking
• Metal Pans are recommended for all types of
baked products, but especially where browning or
crusting is important.
• Dark or dull finish metal pans are best for breads
and pies because they absorb heat and produce a
crisper crust.
• Shiny aluminum pans are better for cakes, cookies,
or muffins because these pans reflect heat and
help produce a light, tender crust.
• Glass or glass-ceramic casserole or baking dishes
are best suited for egg and cheese recipes due to
the cleanability of glass.
COOKWARE
Heat-Resistant Glass, Ceramic Glass
Ceramics, China

Metal Cookware
Non Heat-Resistant Glass
Microwave-Safe Plastic
Plastic Wrap, Wax Paper
Paper Products
Straw, Wicker, and Wood

Microwave

Convection

Combination

Yes
Yes
(Do not use china
with gold or silver trim.)
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes

Yes
No
No
No
No
No

No
No
Yes*
No
No
No

* Use only microwave cookware that is safe to 450° F

COOKING TIPS

HOW TO USE ACCESSORIES

Glass Turntable

: Possible to use
: Recommended method
X : Do not use

Metal Rack

Metal Tray
Microwave

Convection

Combination

Notes :
Do not operate the oven when it is empty except preheating.

Questions And Answers
QUESTIONS

ANSWERS

Can I operate my microwave oven without the glass
tray or move the glass tray over to hold a large
dish?

No. If you remove or move the glass tray, you 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?

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.

Is it normal for the guide tray to move in either
direction?

Yes. The guide tray moves from side to side, depending on the rotation of the motor when the cooking cycle
begins.

Why does the dish become hot when I microwave
food in it?
I thought that this should not happen.

As the food becomes hot, it will conduct the heat to the
dish. Be prepared to use hot pads to remove food after
cooking.

What does “standing time” mean?

“Standing time” means that after the timed ccoking
period ends, food should be allowed to stand either
inside or outside of the oven to completely finish cooking.
Outside oven standing time will allow the oven to be
available for other use. For inside oven standing time,
you can program a "0" power second stage of the cooking cycle. See Two-Stage Cooking.

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
out of the vents.

Can I pop popcorn in my microwave oven?
How do I get the best results?

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.

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. If you still need help, call Sears
Service at 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

MICROWAVE OVEN DOES NOT WORK
PROBLEM

CAUSE

Nothing works.

• T he power supply cord is not plugged into a grounded three
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.

• Y
ou are using the oven as a timer. Touch STOP to cancel the
Timer.
• T he door is not firmly closed and latched.
• You did not touch START.
• You did not follow directions exactly.
• A
n operation that you set earlier is still running. Touch STOP to
cancel that operation.

COOKING TIMES
PROBLEM
Food is not cooked enough.

The display shows a time counting
down but the oven is not cooking.

CAUSE
• T he cook power is not at the recommended setting. Check the
chart on page 15.
• T he 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 can tell you if the outlet
voltage is low.
• Refer to Cooking Tips Guide.
• The oven door is not closed completely.
• Y
ou have set the controls as a kitchen timer. Touch the STOP
pad and cancel the Timer.

VENT MOTOR
PROBLEM
Vent fan comes on automatically

CAUSE
• The
vent fan will automatically turn on if it senses to much heat
during cooking on the cooktop below.

NOISE
PROBLEM
You hear the humming sound

CAUSE
• T his is normal noise during operation from the magnetron, fan
noise and the transformer.

TROUBLESHOOTING

GLASS TRAY
PROBLEM
The glass tray will not move.

CAUSE
• The glass tray is not correctly in place. It should be correct-side up
and sitting firmly on the center hub.
• The turntable has been turned off. Refer to the Turntable section.
• The support is not operating correctly. Remove the glass tray and
restart the oven. If the hub still does not move, call Sears Service at
1-800-4-MY-HOME®. Cooking without the glass tray can give you
poor results.

TONES
PROBLEM
You do not hear the programming
or end-of-cycle tone.
The audible tone has been disabled.

CAUSE
• You have not entered the correct command.
• Tone must be enabled

DISPLAY MESSAGES
PROBLEM
The display is flashing ":".

CAUSE
• T here has been a power interruption. Reset the clock. (See the
“Clock” section.)

If none of these items is causing your problem, call Sears Service at 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

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