LG Electronics USA V194XH Microwave Oven User Manual 3828W5A2393

LG Electronics USA Microwave Oven 3828W5A2393

Users Manual

Owner's ManualContentsImportant S afety Instructions Installation Features OperationUsing the Metal Rack Cooking Maintenance R ecommended Utensil Trouble S hooting 3622253637424445Covering Model MV-194SPart No.3828W5A2393Electric MicrowaveKeep instructions for future reference.Be sure manual stays with microwave.
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, LabelsDANGER!DANGERImmediate hazards which WILL result in severe personalinjury or death. WARNING!WARNINGHazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severepersonal injury or death.CAUTION!CAUTIONHazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minorpersonal injury or product or property damage.What You Need to KnowAbout Safety InstructionsWarning and Important SafetyInstructions appearing in this manual arenot meant to cover all possibleconditions and situations that mayoccur. Common sense, caution, and caremust be exercised when installing,maintaining, or operating microwave.Always contact your dealer, distributor,service agent, or manufacturer aboutproblems or conditions you do notunderstand.Please take the time to complete the registration card and return promptly.If the registration card is missing, call Amana Consumer Affairs Department.When contacting Amana, provide product information from serial plate:Model Number _______________________________Manufacturing (P) Number _____________________Serial Number (S/N) __________________________Purchase Date ______________________________Dealer Name ________________________________Dealer Address ______________________________Dealer Phone _______________________________Keep this manual and your sales receipt together in a safe place forfuture reference or if warranty service is required.For answers to questions or to locate an authorized servicer, call1-800-NAT-LSVC (1-800-628-5782) inside USA or 319-622-5511 outsideUSA. Warranty service must be performed by an authorized servicer.Amana Appliances also recommends contacting an authorized servicer ifservice is required after warranty expires.Asure ExtendedService PlanAmana Appliances offers long-termservice protection for this new range.Asure™ Extended Service Plan,covering functional parts, labor, andtravel charges, is specially designed tosupplement a strong warranty.Call 1-800-528-2682 for information.Parts and AccessoriesPurchase replacement parts andadditional accessories by phone.To order accessories for your Amanaproduct, call1-800-843-0304 inside USA or319-622-5511 outside USA.Save Time and MoneyIf something seems unusual, pleasecheck “Troubleshooting” section,which is designed to help you solveproblems before calling service. If youhave a question, call us at(800) 843-0304 or write us at:Consumer Affairs DepartmentAmana Appliances2800 - 220th TrailAmana, Iowa 52204Remember to include model numberof your appliance and your phonenumber.Thank you for buying an Amana Microwave!Questions on cooking, cleaning or usage?Refer toProduct Assistance at www.amana.comorcall Consumer Affairs at 1-800-843-0304- 2 -
1. Briskly stir or pour liquids before heating withmicrowave energy to prevent spontaneous boilingor eruption. Do not overheat. If air is not mixedinto a liquid, liquid can erupt in oven or afterremoval from oven.2. Do not deep fat fry in oven. Fat could overheatand be hazardous to handle.3. Do not cook or reheat eggs in shell or with anunbroken yolk using microwave energy. Pressuremay build up and erupt. Pierce yolk with fork orknife before cooking.4. Pierce skin of potatoes, tomatoes, and similarfoods before cooking with microwave energy.When skin is pierced, steam escapes evenly.5. Do not operate equipment without load or food inoven cavity.6. Use only popcorn in packages designed andlabeled for microwave use. Popping time variesdepending on oven wattage. Do not continue toheat after popping has stopped. Popcorn willscorch or burn. Do not leave oven unattended.7. Do not use regular cooking thermometers inoven. Most cooking thermometers containmercury and may cause an electrical arc,malfunction, or damage to oven.8. Do not heat baby bottles in oven.9. Do not use metal utensils in oven.10. Never use paper, plastic, or other combustiblematerials that are not intended for cooking.11. When cooking with paper, plastic, or othercombustible materials, follow manufacturer'srecommendations on product use.12. Do not use paper towels which contain nylonor other synthetic fibers. Heated synthetics couldmelt and cause paper to ignite.13. Do not heat sealed containers or plastic bagsin oven. Food or liquid could expand quickly andcause container or bag to break. Pierce or opencontainer or bag before heating.14. To avoid pacemaker malfunction, consultphysician or pacemaker manufacture abouteffects of microwave energy on pacemaker.CAUTION!To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the following:IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSPRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURETO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGYa. DO NOT attempt to operate this oven with thedoor open since open-door operation can resultin harmful exposure to microwave energy. It isimportant not to defeat or tamper with safetyinterlocks. b. DO NOT place any object between the ovenfront face and the door or allow soil or cleanerresidue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.c. DO NOT operate oven if it is damaged. It isparticularly important that oven door closeproperly and that there is no damage to the:(1) door (bent), (2) hinges and latches (brokenor loosened), (3) door seals and sealingsurfaces.d. Oven should NOT be adjusted or repaired byanyone except properly qualified servicepersonnel.- 3 -
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS1. READ all instructions before using equipment.2. READ AND FOLLOW the specificPRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLEEXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVEENERGY on page 3. 3. This equipment MUST BE GROUNDED. Connectonly to properly GROUNDED outlet. SeeGROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS on page 6. 4. Install or locate this equipment ONLY inaccordance with the installation instructions inthis manual. 5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealedcontainersfor example, closed glass jarsmayexplode and SHOULD NOT be HEATED in thisoven.6. Use this equipment ONLY for its intended use asdescribed in this manual. Do not use corrosivechemicals or vapors in this equipment. This typeof oven is specifically designed to heat or cook. Itis not designed for industrial or laboratory use.7. As with any equipment, CLOSE SUPERVISIONis necessary when used by CHILDREN.8. DO NOT operate this equipment if it has adamaged cord or plug, if it is not workingproperly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.9. This equipment, including power cord, must beserviced ONLY by qualified service personnel.Special tools are required to service equipment.Contact nearest authorized service facility forexamination, repair, or adjustment.10. DO NOT cover or block filter or other openings onequipment.11. DO NOT store this equipment outdoors. DO NOTuse this product near waterfor example, near akitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near aswimming pool, and the like.12. DO NOT immerse cord or plug in water.13. Keep cord AWAY from HEATED surfaces.14. DO NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter.15. See door cleaning instructions in Care andCleaning section of manual on page 42.16. Do not use this oven for commercial purposes. It ismade for household use only.17. Clean the ventilating hood frequently.18. Do not allow grease to accumulate on the hood orfilters.19. Use care when cleaning the venttilating hood filters.Corrosive cleaning agents such as lye-based ovencleaners may damage the filters.20. When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.21. Suitable for use above both gas and electric cookingequipment 36 inches or less wide.WARNING!When using electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should be followed to reduce the risk of burns, electricalshock, fire, or injury to persons.a. DO NOT overcook food. Carefully attendequipment if paper, plastic, or other combustiblematerials are placed inside the oven to facilitatecooking.b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plasticbags before placing bag in oven.c. KEEP oven DOOR CLOSED, turn oven off, anddisconnect the power cord, or shut off power atthe fuse or circuit breaker panel, if materialsinside the oven should ignite. Fire may spread ifdoor is opened.d. DO NOT use the cavity for storage. DO NOTleave paper products, cooking utensils, or foodin the cavity when not in use.CAUTION!To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:- 4 -
- 5 -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSThis equipment generates and uses ISM frequencyenergy and if not installed and used properly, that isin strict accordance with the manufacturer'sinstructions, may cause interference to radio andtelevision reception. It has been type tested andfound to comply with limits for ISM Equipmentpursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules, which aredesigned to provide reasonable protection againstsuch interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference willnot occur in a particular installation. If this equipmentdoes cause interference to radio or televisionreception, which can be determined by turning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged to tryto correct the interference by one or more of thefollowing:• Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio ortelevision.• Relocate the Microwave Oven with respect to thereceiver.• Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.• Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet sothat the microwave oven and the receiver are ondifferent branch circuits.The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio orTV interference caused by unauthorizedmodification to this microwave oven. It is theresponsibility of the user to correct such interference. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCESTATEMENT ( U.S.A. ONLY)IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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- 7 -INSTALLATIONRead this entire manual before you begin.BEFORE YOU START•Proper installation is the installer's responsibility!- Write the model & serial numbers on the owner’s manual. The model number label is located on the ovenfront. The mounting plate is located on the back side of the microwave oven. See Figure 1.BE SURE TO READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:YOUR SAFETY FIRSTMountingplate( Remove from oven to install. )Back of ovenFigure 1To avoid risk of personal injury, electrical shock or death:• Note where electrical outlets and electrical wires are before you drill into the wall.• Locate and disconnect power to any electrical circuits that could be affected by installing this oven.• Microwave must have a dedicated 120V, 60 Hz, AC, 15 or 20A fused electrical supply located in the cabinetabove the microwave, as close as possible to the microwave.WARNINGTo avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, you will need two people to install this microwave oven.CAUTION
- 8 -INSTALLATION•MAKE SURE YOU HAVE ENOUGH SPACE AND SUPPORT.- Mount the oven against a flat, vertical wall, so it is supported by the wall. The wall should be constructed ofminimum 2" x 4" wood studding and 3/8" thick drywall or plaster/lath.- ATTACH AT LEAST ONE of the two lag screws supporting the oven to a vertical, 2" x 4" wall stud.- DO NOT mount the microwave oven to an island or peninsula cabinet.- BE SURE the upper cabinet and rear wall structures are able to support 150 lbs., plus the weight of anyitems you place inside the oven or upper cabinet.- Locate the oven away from strong draft areas, such as windows, doors, and strong heating vents.- BE SURE you have enough space. See Figure 3 below for minimum vertical and horizontal clearance.- This microwave oven can be installed over gas or electric cooking products no more than 36 inches wide.YOUR SAFETY FIRSTTo avoid risk of personal injury, install microwave oven only as instructed.CAUTIONTo avoid risk of personal injury, place a piece of the carton or other heavy material, such as a blanket, overthe countertop or cooktop to protect it. DO NOT use a plastic cover.CAUTION
THE FOLLOWING PARTS ARE SUPPLIED WITH THE OVEN:NOTE: Depending on your ventilation requirements, you may not use all of these parts.NOTE: You need to install at least 2 lag screws into one 2" x 4" stud and four anchor bolts into the wall.The mounting area must meet the 150 lbs. weight requirement.- 9 -Backdraft damper / duct connector(for roof-venting or wall-venting installation) Not Actual Size ( 2 pieces must be assembled as shown )One power cord clamp andOne dark-colored mounting screw(to hold the power cord) Actual SizeFour 1/4" x 2" lag screws - Actual Size(for wall stud holes)Two 1/4" x 2" or 3" bolts - Actual Size(for securing to the upper cabinet)Four spring toggle heads - Actual Size(for the toggle bolts)Two washers - Actual Size(for the two upper cabinet bolts)Four 1/4" x 3" toggle bolts - Actual Size(for drywall holes)One power cord clamp bushing - Actual Size(for the cord hole in a metal upper cabinet)One lock pin and one washer-Not Actual sizeINSTALLATIONPARTS, TOOLS, MATERIALSTwo self - tapping screws - Actual Size(for attaching the damper duct connector)
- 10 -INSTALLATIONPARTS, TOOLS, MATERIALSClear tape(for taping the templates to the wall)Stud finder or thin nail.Saber saw (for cutting vent holes for roof or wall venting)Keyhole saw (for the power cord hole)Electric drill3/8" and 3/4" wood drill bits1/2" and 3/16"drill bitsPhillips screwdriver (for the screws)PencilFlat blade screwdriver (for the toggle bolts)Measuring tape (metal preferred)Small side cutters or tin snips Caulking gunPlumb lineDuct TapeYOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND MATERIALS FOR THE INSTALLATION:Carton or other heavy material for covering the counter top.•If you have brick or masonry walls, you will need special hardware and tools. •The ductwork you need for the installation is not included. All wall and roof caps must have a back-draftdamper.
- 11 -INSTALLATIONSTEP 1: PREPARE THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS•DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD GROUNDINGPRONG! This appliance MUST be grounded!1. Locate the grounded electric outlet for this oven in the cabinetabove the oven, as shown in Figure 4.NOTE: The outlet should be on a circuit dedicated to themicrowave oven (120V, 60Hz., AC only) with a 15 or 20A fused electrical supply.IMPORTANT: If you do not have the proper wall outlet, you MUSThave one installed by a qualified electrician.2. You will cut the power-supply-cord hole (shown in Figure 4) later when you prepare the wall and upper cabinet inStep 4.NOTE: Do not use an extension cord.Keep the power cord dry and do not pinch or crush it. Grounded Outlet( Inside Cabinet )UpperCabinetPower-Supply-Cord HoleFigure 4WARNINGTo avoid risk of personal injury, electrical shock or death, this oven must be grounded.WARNING
- 12 -INSTALLATIONSTEP 2: PREPARE THE VENTING SYSTEMNOTE: The ductwork you need for outside ventilation is not included with your oven. The standard ductworkfittings and length are shown in Figure 9.You may vent your oven in one of three ways. However, do NOT vent into a wall cavity, an attic, or an unused area.Roof-venting If your oven is located on an outside wall near the roof, as in Figures 6 (31/4" x 10" duct) andFigure 8 (6" round duct.)Wall-venting If your oven is located on an outside wall of your house, as in Figure 5 (31/4" x 10" duct) andFigure 8 (6" round duct.)Room-venting If your oven is located on an inside wall of your house, as in Figure 7.NOTE: If you choose the rear exhaust method (roof-or wall-venting), be sure there is enough clearance withinthe wall for the exhaust duct.REMEMBER AS YOU INSTALL THEVENTING:•Keep the length of the ductwork and thenumber of elbows to a minimum toventilate your oven efficiently.See examples on next page.•Keep the size of the ductwork the same.•Do not install two elbows together.•Use duct tape to seal all joints in the ductsystem.•Use caulking gun to seal the exterior wallor roof opening around the cap.Wall VentingWall ventingthrough-the-wallwall cap3 1/4"x10"ductFigure 5cabinetovenRoof Ventingthrough-the-roof3 1/4"x10"ductFigure 6roof capRoof ventingcabinetoven6" min.diameterround duct3 1/4" to roundduct transition3 1/4" to roundductwork transitionFigure 8roof capwall capelbowRoom VentingFigure 7cabinetovenTo avoid risk of personal injury, property damage, or fire this microwave oven must be properly vented.WARNING
- 13 -INSTALLATIONSTEP 2: PREPARE THE VENTING SYSTEMSTANDARD FITTINGSNOTE: If the existing duct is round, you must use a rectangular-to-round adapter, with a rectangular 3"extension duct installed between the damper assembly and the adapter to prevent the exhaustdamper’s sticking.DUCT LENGTHThe total length of the duct system, including straight duct, elbows, transitions, and wall or roof caps must notexceed the equivalent of 140 feet.For best performance, do not use more than three 90 degree elbows, and keep length as short as possible.Below are the standard fittings and their equivalent length in feet.To calculate the equivalent length of each ductpiece used, see the examples below.Figure 914567233 1/4"x10"to 6"=5ft.90˚ elbow=10ft.45˚ elbow=5ft.3 1/4"x10"wall cap=40ft.3 1/4"x10"flat elbow=10ft.3 1/4"x10" roofcap=24ft.3 1/4"x10" 90˚elbow=25ft.ExamplesFor 3 1/4"x10" SYSTEMS1-3 1/4" x 10" 90˚ elbow1-Wall Cap8 feet straight duct TOTAL LENGTH1-transition2-90˚ elbows1-Wall Cap8 feet straight TOTAL LENGTHFor 6" ROUND SYSTEMS6ft.2ft. 2ft.3 1/4"x10"90˚ elbow wall cap6ft.90˚ elbowstransitionwall cap= 25 ft.= 40 ft.= 8 ft.= 73 ft.= 5 ft.= 20 ft.= 40 ft.= 8 ft.= 73 ft.
- 14 -INSTALLATIONback plateDamperExhaust adaptor blower platemounting screwblower unitParts "B"back plateblower plateblower unitmounting screw
- 15 -INSTALLATIONblower unitexhaust portsblower platemounting screwblower unitblower plateback plateblower unitmounting screwblower platemounting screwblower unitParts "B"back plateblower plateblower unitmounting screwblower unitback plateParts "B"blower platemounting screwblower plateblower unitmounting screw
- 16 -INSTALLATIONSTEP 4: PREPARE THE WALL AND UPPER CABINET FOR INSTALLATIONMEASURE AND TACK / TAPE UP THE TEMPLATES1. Using a plumb line and (metal) measuring tape, find and mark thevertical center line on the back wall, as in Figure 22.2. Find and mark one or two points where the studs are on the wall.(Studs are normally 16 inches apart) Then measure and mark the stud locations. If you cannot find any wall stud, consult a local building contractor.3. Line up the plumb line on the wall with the center line on themounting plate.NOTE: Be sure the minimum width is 30 inches and the distancefrom the top of the wall template to the range or counter topis at least 30 inches. See Figure 22.4. Center mounting plate in operating by lining up the plumb line onwall with centerline on mounting plate. Make sure the minimumwidth is 30 inches and that the top of the mounting plate is locateda minimum of 30 inches above the cooking surface. See Figure 23.NOTE: If the cabinets are not plumb, adjust the mounting plate tothe cabinets. If the front edge of the cabinet is lower than the back edge,adjust the mounting plate to be level with the cabinet front.5. Measure the bottom of the upper cabinet frame. Trim the edges A, B and Con the upper cabinet template so that the template willfit on the bottom of the upper cabinet. If upper cabinet has arecessed frame, trim the template so it fits inside the recessedarea. Align the centerline of the upper cabinet template with thecenterline of the mounting plate, then securely tape or tack theupper cabinet template in place. See Figure 23.Figure 22Figure 23upper cabinet templatemounting plateTo avoid personal injury or property damage, do not ateempt to install this microwave oven if you cannot find a wall stud.CAUTION
- 17 -INSTALLATIONSTEP 4: PREPARE THE WALL AND UPPER CABINET FOR INSTALLATIONDRILL THE HOLES IN THE WALL AND UPPER CABINET.1. Find the points on the mounting plate labeled A, B, C, and D.Drill a 3/16" diameter hole at any points that are over a wallstud. Drill a 3/4" diameter hole at any points over drywall.2. Drill a 3/8" hole at points J, K, and Non the upper cabinettemplate.NOTE: If the bottom of the upper cabinet is recessed 3/4" ormore, you will need 2"x2" filler blocks (not included) toprovide additional support for the bolts. See Figure 24.• Mark the center of each filler block and drill a 3/8"diameter hole at the marks.• Align filler blocks over the two openings in the top ofthe microwave oven cabinet and attach to cabinet withmasking tape. See Figure 25.3. Cut or drill a 2" diameter hole at the area marked M. Power supply cord hole on the upper cabinet template. If theupper cabinet is metal, you will need to cover the edge of thehole with the power supply cord bushing (supplied) to preventdamage to the cord from the rough metal edge.4. Cut out the venting areas (with the saber saw):• Roof-Vented: cut out the shaded area marked Lon the uppercabinet template.• Room-Vented: go to STEP 5, INSTALL THE MOUNTINGPLATE, located on page 18.5. Complete whichever venting system you have chosen. Use caulking compound to seal the exterior wall or roof openingaround the wall cap or roof cap.Figure 24Figure 25cabinet front filler block cabinetbottom shelffillerblockTo avoid risk of personal injury, electrical shock or death:• Note where electrical outlets and electrical wires are before you drill into the wall.• Locate and disconnect power to any electrical circuits that could be affected by installing this oven.WARNINGTo avoid risk of personal injury, electrical shock or death, cover the edge of the power supply cord hole with the power supply cord bushing.WARNING
- 18 -INSTALLATIONSTEP 5: INSTALL THE MOUNTING PLATETHE OVEN MUST BE CONNECTED TO AT LEAST ONEWALL STUD.1. Draw a vertical line on the wall at the center of the 30″wide space. Use the mounting plate as the template forthe rear wall. Place the mounting plate on the wall,making sure that the tabs are against the bottom of thecabinet. Line up the notch and center line on themounting plate to the center line on the wall.2. While holding the mounting plate with one hand, drawcircles on the wall at holes A, B, C and D. Four holesmust be used for mounting. If the holes are not used, theinstallation will not be secure. Installer must use theseholes for proper installation. Use toggle bolts throughthese holes unless one of them lines up with a stud. Usea wood screw for studs.NOTE: Draw a fifth circle inside area E, through one ofthe bottom holes to match the location of a stud.For wall-vented: The oven requires a rear wall cutoutopening for the rear wall duct and the exhaust adaptormust be attached to the mounting plate. See the next pageon how to prepare the rear wall cutout opening and theexhaust adaptor/mounting plate for wall-vented.3. Drill holes on the circles. If there is a stud, drill a 3 / 16″hole for lag screws. If there is no stud, drill a 5 / 8″holefor toggle bolts. Make sure to use at least 1 lag screw ina stud, and 4 toggle bolts in the drywall or the plaster.4. Attach the plate to the wall. To use spring toggle headbolts: Remove the toggle wings from the bolts. Insert thebolts into the mounting plate and replace the springtoggle head to 3 / 4″past the bolt ends. Insert the springtoggle head into the holes in the wall to mount thebracket. You may pull forward on the bracket to help intightening the toggle bolts. Tighten all bolts.WallMountingPlateSpace More Than W all ThicknessBoltEndToggle BoltToggle WingsFigure 27Center LineACB3/16" Hole on Studs5/8" Hole on Drywall OnlyDraw Center LineDraw Lines on StudsFor Wall-Vented OnlyMinimum 66"From the FloorSupport Tab Support TabEMountingPlateFigure 26D
- 19 -INSTALLATIONSTEP 5: INSTALL THE MOUNTING PLATETO PREPARE THE REAR WALL CUTOUT OPENINGAND EXHAUST ADAPTOR/MOUNTING PLATE FORWALL-VENTED:1. Place the mounting plate against the rear wall asdescribed in step 5 item 1.2. Using a pencil, put dots through slots F and G, andthrough holes H and I. Remove the mounting plate anddraw lines extending through the points. This will givethe location and size of the box cutout for the rear wallduct.• Attach the exhaust adaptor to the rear mounting plate bysliding it into the guides at the top center of the plate onthe wall side. Push in securely until it is past the toplocking tabs and in the lower locking tabs. Take care toassure the damper hinge is installed so that it is at the topand that the damper swings freely.• Carefully guide the exhaust adaptor, now attached to themounting plate, into the house duct, before using thescrews to attach the plate to the wall. This will assureproper alignment for installation.• Return to step 5, item 3 to continue. After completing theinstallation of the mounting plate, again check the reardamper for free movement to assure it will operateproperly.FIHGSlide exhaustadaptor intoguides on rear panel.Exhaust Adaptor Damper (hinge side up)Locking Tabs GuidesMounting Plate(wall side)Figure 28Figure 29
- 20 -INSTALLATIONSTEP 6: ATTACH THE OVEN TO THE WALL1. Carefully lift microwave oven and hang it on support tabs (See Figure 26 at the bottom of the mounting plate.) Reachingthrough upper cabinet, thread power supply cord through thepower supply cord hole in the bottom of the upper cabinet. SeeFigure 30.2. Rotate the microwave oven upward so the top of oven is againstthe bottom of the upper cabinet or cabinet frame.3. Drop the lock pin and washer assembly into hole N(left sidehole) and push the pin down as far as it will go. See Figure 31.4. Place washers over two 1/4"x3" bolts. Then insert a bolt downthrough each hole in the upper cabinet bottom. Tighten the bolts until the gap between the upper cabinet andmicrowave oven is closed. See Figure 32.5. Remove the lock pin and washer.If wall-vented or room-vented installation is used, skip to No. 6, 7.Figure 30Figure 32washerFigure 31lock pinpower cordpower cordholeTo avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, you will need two people to install this microwave oven.CAUTION
- 21 -INSTALLATIONSTEP 6: ATTACH THE OVEN TO THE WALL6. Roof venting installation: Install ductwork through the ventopening in the upper cabinet. Complete the venting systemthrough the roof according to the method needed. See Figure 34. See PREPARE THE VENTING SYSTEM, STEP 2. Use caulking gun to seal the exterior roof openingaround the exhaust cap. See Figure 6.7. Use the power supply cord clamp to bundle the power supplycord. Install the power supply cord clamp, using a screw asshown in Figure 34, to inside of the cabinet.8. Grasp filter screen with one hand holding the ring and the otherhand holding the opposite end. Insert the end of the filter screenwithout ring into the opening and slide towards the side of themicrowave oven. Insert ring end of filter screen into the openingand slide entire screen towards the center of the microwaveuntil screen is securely in position. Repeat for other filter screen. See Figure 35. 9. Plug in the power supply cord.10. Read your Owner’s Manual, then check the operation of yourmicrowave oven.Figure 33Figure 34Figure 35damperduct powersupplycordclamp
- 22 -MICROWAVE OVEN FEATURESOVEN SPECIFICATIONSDoor HandleWindow withMetal ShieldOven ControlPanelCooktop/Countertop LightGrease FilterDoor SafetyLock SystemModel and Serial Number PlateCooking GuideVent GrilleMetal RackGlass TurntableFEATURESPower Supply 120 VAC, 60 HzInput Power 1,550 WCooking Power 1,000 W (IEC 705 Standard)Frequency 2,450 MHzRated Current 13.5 AOuter Dimensions (WxHxD) 29-15/16”x 16-7/16”x 15-5/8”Cavity Volume 1.8 Cu. FtNet Weight 54 lbs
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- 24 -FEATURES1. DISPLAY: The display includes a clock andindicators to tell you time of day, cooking timesettings, and cooking functions selected.2. POPCORN: Touch this pad when popping popcornin your microwave oven. See page 30 for moreinformation.3. BAKED POTATO: Touch this pad to cook from 1 to4 potatoes. See page 30 for more information.4. BEVERAGE: Touch this pad to reheat one or twocups of a beverage. See page 30 for moreinformation.5. AUTO COOK: Touch this pad to cook vegetables,rice, casseroles. See page 30 for more information.6. PIZZA SLICE: Touch this pad to reheat 1 to 3slices. See page 30 for more information.7. AUTO REHEAT: Touch this pad to reheat dinnerplate, soup/sauce, casseroles, roll/muffin.See page 32 for more information.8. CUSTOM RECIPE: Touch this pad to recall onecooking instruction previously programmed intomemory. See page 27 for more information.9. ADD 30 SEC.: Touch this pad to set and startquickly at 100% power level. See page 27 for moreinformation.10. AUTO DEFROST: Meat, poultry, fish. Touch onpad to select food type and defrost food by weight.See page 33 for more information.11. TIME DEFROST: Touch this pad to defrost mostother frozen foods.See page 36 for more information.12. RAPID DEFROST 1lb.: This pad provides youwith the RAPID defrosting method for 1.0 poundsfrozen foods.See page 36 for more information.13. NUMBER: Touch number pads to enter cookingtime, power level, quantities, or weights.14. KITCHEN TIMER: Touch this pad to set thekitchen timer. See page 25 for more information.15. CLOCK: Touch this pad to enter the time of day.See page 25 for more information.16. LIGHT TIMER: Touch this pad to set the lighttimer. See page 26 for more information.17. MORE: Touch this pad to add ten seconds ofcooking time each time you press it. See page 27for more information.18. LESS: Touch this pad to subtract ten seconds ofcooking time each time you press it. See page 27for more information.19. HELP: Touch this pad to learn how to use eachoven function.See page 25 for more information.20. STOP/CLEAR: Touch this pad to stop the oven orto clear all entries.21. START: Touch this pad to start a function. If youopen the door after oven begins to cook, STARTagain. 22. POWER LEVEL: Touch this pad to select acooking power level.23. CUSTOM PROGRAMS: Touch this pad to set acooking time.24. HOLD WARM: Touch this pad to keep hot,cooked foods warm in your microwave oven for upto 99 minutes 99 seconds. See page 27 for moreinformation.25. OPTIONS: Touch this pad to change the oven’sdefault settings for sound, clock, display speedand defrost weight. See page 25 for moreinformation.26. TURNTABLE ON/OFF: Touch this pad to turn offthe turntable. OFF will appear in the display. See page 26 for more information.27. FAN HI LOW OFF: Touch this pad to turn the fanon or off. See page 26 for more information.28. LIGHT HI LOW OFF: Touch this pad to turn onthe cooktop/countertop light. See page 26 formore information.
- 25 -LEARN ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE OVENThis section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking and introduces you to the basics you need toknow to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before use.CLOCKThis oven includes a 24-hour clock.OPERATION1. Touch CLOCK pad. (Press once for AM,twice for PM.)2. Enter the time by using thenumber key pad. 3. Touch CLOCK (or START)pad. Example: To set 8:00 AM.1. Touch HELP pad. 2. Touch POPCORN pad.Example: To learn about POPCORN.HELPThe HELP pad displays feature information andhelpful hints. Press HELP, then select a key pad.1. Touch KITCHEN TIMERpad.2. Enter the time by using thenumber key pad. 3. Touch START pad.When the time is over, youwill hear seven beeps andEND will display.Example: To time 3 minutes.KITCHEN TIMERYou can use your microwave oven as a timer. Usethe Timer for timing up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.OPTIONSYou can change the default values for beep sound,clock, display speed and defrost weight.See following chart for more information.NUMBER FUNCTION NUMBER RESULT121212312Beep ON/OFFcontrolClock displaycontrolDisplayDefrost weightmode selectSound ONSound OFFClock ONClock OFFSlow speedNormal speedFast speedLbs.Kg.12341. Touch OPTIONS pad. 2. Touch number 4pad.3. Touch number 2 pad.Example: To change defrost weight mode.(from Lbs. to Kg.)To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not use stoneware, aluminum foil, metal utensils, or metal trimmed utensils in the oven.CAUTIONTo avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not run oven empty.CAUTION
- 26 -OPERATIONTURNTABLE ON/OFFFor best cooking results, leave theturntable on. It can be turned off forlarge dishes. Press TURNTABLE ON/OFFto turn the turntable on or off. NOTE: • Sometimes the turntable can become hotto touch. Be careful touching the turntableduring and after cooking.NOTE: • Do not run the oven empty.FAN HI LOW OFFThe FAN moves steam and othervapors from the cooking surface.Touch FAN once for High fan speed,twice for Low fan speed, or threetimes to turn the fan off. NOTE: If the temperature gets too hot around themicrowave oven, the fan in the vent hood willautomatically turn on at the LOW setting to cool theoven. It may stay on up to an hour to cool the oven.When this occurs, You can not turn the vent fan off.CHILD LOCKYou may lock the control panel to prevent themicrowave from being accidentally started or used bychildren.The Child Lock feature is also useful when cleaningthe control panel. Child Lock prevents accidentalprogramming when wiping the control panel.1. Touch STOP/CLEAR pad. 2. Touch and hold 0 pad morethan 4 seconds. LOCKEDwill appear in the displaywindow with two beeps.Example: To set the child lock.1. Touch and hold 0 pad more than 4 seconds. LOCKEDwill disappear and you heartwo beeps. At this time theoven is ready.Example: To cancel the child lock.LIGHT HI LOW OFFTouch LIGHT pad once for brightlight, twice for night light, or threetimes to turn the light off.LIGHT TIMERYou can set the LIGHTto turn on and off automaticallyat any time you want. The light comes on at the sametime every day until reset.1. Touch LIGHT TIMER pad. (Press once for AM,twice for PM.)2. Enter the time you wantthe LIGHT to turn on.3. Touch LIGHT TIMER padagain. (Press once for AM,twice for PM.)4. Enter the time you wantthe LIGHT to turn off.5. Touch START pad.Example: Turn on 2:00 AM, turn off 7:00 AM.1. Touch LIGHT TIMER pad. 2. Touch STOP/CLEAR pad.NOTE: To reset that time to turn on and off theLIGHT, repeat steps 1 to 5.Example: To cancel the LIGHT TIMER.NOTE: If you want to cancel the LIGHT TIMER inoperation, you should touch key.
- 27 -OPERATIONADD 30 SEC.A time-saving pad, this simplified control lets youquickly set and start microwave cooking without theneed to touch START pad.NOTE:If you touch ADD 30 SEC., it will add 30 seconds upto 3 minutes; after 3 minutes, every touch will add 1minute up to 99 min 59 seconds.HOLD WARMYou can keep cooked food warm in your microwaveoven for up to 99 minutes 99 seconds. You can useHOLD WARM by itself or to follow a cooking cycleautomatically.1. Touch HOLD WARM pad.2. Touch START pad.Example: To use the hold warm.CUSTOM RECIPECUSTOM RECIPE lets you recall one cookinginstruction previously placed in memory and begincooking quickly.1. Touch CUSTOM RECIPEpad.2. Enter the cook time.3. Touch START pad.Example: To cook for 2 minutes.1. Touch CUSTOM RECIPEpad.2. Touch START pad.When the cook time is over,you will hear four beeps andEND will display.Example: To recall the custom recipe.MORE/LESSBy using the MORE or LESS keys, all of the pre-programmed cook and time cook features can beadjusted to cook food for a longer or shorter time. Pressing MORE will add 10 seconds of cooking timeeach time you press it. Pressing LESS will subtract 10seconds of cooking time each time you press it.1. Touch POPCORN pad.2. Touch number 1 pad.3. Touch MORE pad.Example: To adjust the 1.75 oz POPCORN cookingtime for a longer time.NOTES:• HOLD WARM operates for up to 99 minutes 99seconds.• Food cooked covered should be covered duringHOLD WARM.• Pastry items (pies, turnovers, etc.) should beuncovered during HOLD WARM.• Complete meals kept warm on a dinner plate couldbe covered during HOLD WARM.To make HOLD WARM automatically followanother cycle:• While you are programming the cookinginstructions, touch HOLD WARM before touchingSTART.• When the last cooking cycle is over, you will heartwo tones and “WARM” will appear in the ovendisplay.• You can set HOLD WARM to follow AUTODEFROST, or multi-cycle cooking.1. Touch ADD 30 SEC. pad4 times.The oven begins cookingand display shows timecounting down.Example: To set ADD 30 SEC. for 2 minutes.
- 28 -OPERATIONCOOKING AT HIGH COOK POWER1. Enter the cook time.2. Touch START pad.When the cook time is over,you will hear four beeps andEND will display.Example: To cook food for 8 minutes 30 seconds.COOKING WITH MORE THAN ONECOOK CYCLEFor best results, some recipes call for one PowerLevel for a certain length of time, and another PowerLevel for another length of time. Your oven can be setto change from one to another automatically, for up tothree cycles if the first heating cycle is defrost or thelast at 0% power.1. Enter the cook time.2. Touch POWER LEVEL pad.3. Enter the power level.4. Touch START pad.When the cook time is over,you will hear four beeps andEND will display.Example: To cook food for 7 minutes 30 seconds at 70% power.COOKING AT LOWER POWER LEVELSHIGH power cooking does not always give you thebest results with foods that need slower cooking,such as roasts, baked goods, or custards. Your ovenhas10 power settings in addition to HIGH. 1. Enter the first cook time.2. Touch CUSTOMPROGRAMS pad.3. Enter the second cook time.4. Touch POWER LEVEL pad.5. Enter the power level. 6. Touch START pad.When the cook time is over,you will hear four beeps and END will display.Example:To cook food for 3 minutes at 100% power andthen 70% power for 7 minutes 30 seconds.
- 29 -OPERATIONPOWER LEVEL MICROWAVE OUTPUT USE• Boil water.• Cook ground beef.• Make candy.• Cook fresh fruits and vegetables.• Cook fish and poultry. • Preheat browning dish.• Reheat meat slices quickly.• Saute onions, celery, and green pepper.• All reheating.• Cook scrambled eggs.• Cook breads and cereal products.• Cook cheese dishes, veal.• Cook cakes, muffins, brownies, cupcakes.• Cook pasta.• Cook meats, whole poultry.• Cook custard.• Cook whole chicken, turkey, spare ribs, ribroast, sirloin roast.• Cook less tender cuts of meat.• Reheat frozen convenience foods. • Thawing meat, poultry, and seafood.• Cooking small quantities of food.• Finish cooking casserole, stew, and somesauces.• Soften butter and cream cheese.• Heating small amounts of food.• Soften ice cream.• Raise yeast dough.• Standing time.10HIGH9876543210100%90%80%70%60%50%40%30%20%10%COOKING GUIDE FOR LOWER POWER LEVELSThe 10 power levels in addition to HIGH allow you tochoose the best power level for the food you arecooking. Below are listed all the power levels,examples of foods best cooked at each level, and theamount of microwave power you are using.
- 30 -OPERATION1. Touch PIZZA SLICE pad.2. Touch number 1 pad.When the cook time is over,you will hear four beeps andEND will display.Example: To reheat 1 slice pizza.1. Touch AUTO COOK pad.2. Choose food category.3. Enter quantity/servings.When the cook time is over, you will hear four beeps andEND will display.Example: To cook 2 cups of Rice.AUTO COOKAUTO COOK provides four preset categories for cooking.Category Touch padnumber1234BAKED POTATOBAKED POTATO lets you cook potatoes with preset timesand cook powers. You can choose from 1 to 4 potatoes.NOTE:• Cooking times are based on an average 9 ~ 11 oz.ounce potato per each.• Before baking, pierce potato with fork several times.• After baking, let stand for 5 minutes.1. Touch BAKED POTATO pad.2. Touch number 2 pad.When the cook time is over,you will hear four beeps andEND will display.POPCORNPOPCORN lets you pop 1.75, 3.0, and 3.5 ouncebags of commercially packaged microwave popcorn.Pop only one package at a time. If you are using amicrowave popcorn popper, follow manufacturer’sinstructions.To set your microwave oven correctly,follow this chart:1. Touch POPCORN pad. 2. Touch number 2pad.When the cook time is over.you will hear four beeps andEND will display.Example: To pop a 3.0 oz. bag.Bag Size-ounces 1.75 3.0 3.5Touch NUMBER 1 2 3PIZZA SLICEPIZZA lets you reheat up to 3 slices refrigeratedpizza. A slice is based on a 5 ounce slice.1. Touch BEVERAGE pad.2. Touch number 1 pad.When the cook time is over,you will hear four beeps andEND will display.Example: To reheat one 8 oz. beverage.BEVERAGEBEVERAGE lets you heat up to 2 beverages.NOTE:• Reheat times based on an 8 ounce cup.• Beverage may be very hot; remove from oven with care.Example: To cook 2 Potatoes.FreshvegetableFrozenvegetableRiceCasseroleCategory Number of cups1 - 4 cups1 - 4 cups1 - 2 cups 1 - 4 cupsFreshvegetableFrozenvegetableRiceCasserole
- 31 -OPERATIONCOOKING GUIDE FOR AUTO COOKCATEGORYCODE QUANTITYDIRECTIONSFRESHVEGETABLEFROZENVEGETABLERICECASSEROLE1234Place in a microwavable bowl or casserole.Add water according to the quantity. Cover with plastic wrap and vent. Let stand for 5 minutes.1 cup Vegetables and 2 tbsp water2 cups Vegetables and 2 tbsp water3 cups Vegetables and 4 tbsp water4 cups Vegetables and 4 tbsp waterPlace in a microwavable bowl or casserole.Add water according to the quantity. Cover with plastic wrap and vent. Let stand for 5 minutes.1 cup2 cups3 cups4 cupsIn large microwavable casserole, combinewater, rice, margarine and salt. Cover withmicrowavable lid or plastic wrap and vent. After cooking, let stand covered for 5minutes.1 cup of long grain rice and2 1/4 cups of water2 cups of long grain rice and4 1/2 cups of waterPlace in a microwavable bowl or casserole.Cover with plastic wrap and vent. 1 cup Vegetables and 2 tbsp water2 cups Vegetables and 2 tbsp water3 cups Vegetables and 4 tbsp water4 cups Vegetables and 4 tbsp water
- 32 -OPERATION1. Touch AUTO REHEAT pad.2. Choose food category.3. Enter quantity/servings.When the cook time is over,you will hear four beeps andEND will display.Example: To reheat 2 servings of Dinner plate.CategoryDinner plateSoup/sauceCasseroleRoll/MuffinTouch padnumber1 234CategoryDinner plateSoup/sauceCasseroleRoll/MuffinNumber ofcups/Items1 - 2 servings1 - 4 cups1 - 4 cups1 - 4 piecesAUTO REHEATAUTO REHEAT provides four preset categories for reheating. COOKING GUIDE FOR AUTO REHEATCATEGORYCODE1234DINNER PLATESOUP/SAUCECASSEROLEROLL/MUFFINPlace on a low plate. Cover with vented plastic wrap.Place in shallow microwavable casserole.Cover with vented plastic wrap. Place in a microwavable bowl or casserole.Cover with plastic wrap.Place on paper towel. Do not cover.1 serving2 servings1 cup 2 cups 3 cups 4 cups 1 cup 2 cups 3 cups 4 cups 1 piece2 pieces3 pieces4 piecesSERVING AMOUNT DIRECTION
- 33 -OPERATIONWEIGHT CONVERSION CHARTTo enter food weight in AUTO DEFROST, you mustspecify pounds and tenths of a pound. If the weighton the food package is in fractions of a pound, youcan use the following chart to convert the weight todecimals.DEFROSTING TIPS• When using AUTO DEFROST, the weight to beentered is the net weight in pounds and tenths ofpounds (the weight of the food minus the container).• Use AUTO DEFROST only for raw food. AUTODEFROST gives best results when food to bethawed is a minimum of 0°F (taken directly from atrue freezer). If food has been stored in arefrigerator-freezer that does not maintain atemperature of 5°F or below, always program alower food weight (for a shorter defrosting time) to prevent cooking the food. • If the food is stored outside the freezer for up to 20 minutes, enter a lower food weight.• The shape of the package alters the defrostingtime. Shallow rectangular packets defrost morequickly than a deep block.• Separate pieces as they begin to defrost.Separated pieces defrost more easily.• You can use small pieces of aluminum foil toshield foods like chicken wings, leg tips, and fishtails, but the foil must not touch the side of theoven. Foil causes arcing, which can damage theoven lining.• Shield areas of food with small pieces of foil ifthey start to become warm.• For better results, a preset standing time isincluded in the defrosting time.NUMBER AFTER DECIMALEQUIVALENTOUNCE WEIGHT.10.20.25.30.40.50.60.70.75.80.901.001.63.24.04.86.48.09.611.212.012.814.416.0One-Quarter PoundOne- Half PoundThree-Quarters PoundOne PoundAUTO DEFROSTYour microwave oven is preset with three defrostsequences. Using AUTO DEFROST is the best wayto defrost frozen foods. The Auto Defrost SequenceTable below provides some basic guidelines for usingthe three defrost sequences. 1. Touch AUTO DEFROSTpad.2. Choose food category.CategoryMeatPoultryFishTouch padnumber1233. Enter the weight.4. Touch START pad.5. Close the door and restart.When the defrost time is over,you will hear four beeps andEND will display.NOTE: If you do not open thedoor, the display willresume the countdown.NOTE: When you touch the START pad. Thedisplay changes to defrost time count down.The oven will beep during the DEFROSTcycle. At beep, open the door and turn foodover, separate or rearrange the food.Remove any portions that have thawed. The oven will not STOP during the beepunless the door is opened.Example: To defrost 1.2 lbs. of ground beef.
- 34 -OPERATIONFOOD AT BEEPSETTINGSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONSBEEFGround Beef,BulkGround Beef,PattiesRound SteakTenderloinSteakStew BeefPot Roast,Chuck RoastRib RoastRolled Rump RoastLAMBCubes forStewChops(1 inch thick)PORKChops(1/2 inch thick)Hot DogsSpareribsCountry-styleRibsSausage,LinksSausage,BulkLoin Roast,BonelessMEATMEATMEATMEATMEATMEATMEATMEATMEATMEATMEATMEATMEATMEATMEATMEATRemove thawed portions withfork. Turn over. Returnremainder to oven.Separate and rearrange.Turn over. Cover warm areaswith aluminum foil.Turn over. Cover warm areaswith aluminum foil.Remove thawed portions withfork. Separate remainder.Return remainder to oven.Turn over. Cover warm areaswith aluminum foil.Turn over. Cover warm areaswith aluminum foil.Turn over. Cover warm areaswith aluminum foil.Remove thawed portions withfork. Return remainder tooven.Separate and rearrange.Separate and rearrange.Separate and rearrange.Turn over. Cover warm areaswith aluminum foil.Separate and rearrange.Remove thawed portions withfork. Turn over. Returnremainder to oven.Turn over. Cover warm areaswith aluminum foil.Meat of irregular shape and large, fatty cuts of meat should have the narrow or fatty areas shielded with foil at the beginning of a defrostsequence. Do not defrost less than 1/4 lb. Freeze in doughnut shape.Do not defrost less than two oz. patties. Depress center when freezing.Place on a microwavable roasting rack.Place on a microwavable roasting rack.Place in a microwavable baking dish.Place on a microwavable roasting rack.Place on a microwavable roasting rack.Place on a microwavable roasting rack.Place in a microwavable baking dish.Place on a microwavable roasting rack.Place on a microwavable roasting rack.Place on a microwavable roasting rack.Place on a microwavable roasting rack.Place on a microwavable roasting rack.Place in a microwavable baking dish.Place on a microwavable roasting rack.AUTO DEFROST CHARTMeat setting
- 35 -AUTO DEFROST CHART (CONTINUED)Poultry settingFish settingOPERATIONNOTE : Food to be defrosted must be not more than 6.0 lbs (4.0 Kg).*Available weight is 0.1~6.0 lbs (0.1~4.0 Kg).FOOD AT BEEPSETTINGSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONSCHICKENWhole (up to6 lbs) Cut-upCORNISHHENSWholeTURKEYBreast(under 6 lbs)POULTRYPOULTRYPOULTRYTurn over (finish defrostingbreast-side down). Coverwarm areas with aluminumfoil.Separate pieces andrearrange.Turn over. Cover warmareas with aluminum foil. Turn over. Cover warmareas with aluminum foil.Turn over. Cover warmareas with aluminum foil.Place chicken breast-side up on a microwavableroast rack. Finish defrosting by immersing in coldwater. Remove giblets when chicken is partiallydefrosted.Place on a microwavable roasting rack.Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.Place on a microwavable roasting rack.Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.Place on a microwavable roasting rack.Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.FOOD AT BEEPSETTINGSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONSFISHFilletsSteaksWholeSHELLFISHCrabmeatLobster tailsShrimpScallopsFISHFISHFISHFISHFISHFISHFISHTurn over. Separate filletswhen partially thawed ifpossible.Separate and rearrange.Turn over.Break apart. Turn over.Turn over and rearrange.Separate and rearrange.Separate and rearrange.Place in a microwavable baking dish.Carefully separate fillets under cold water.Place in a microwavable baking dish.Run cold water over to finish defrosting.Place in a microwavable baking dish.Cover head and tail with foil; do not let foil touchsides of microwave . Finish defrosting byimmersing in cold water.Place in a microwavable baking dish.Place in a microwavable baking dish.Place in a microwavable baking dish.Place in a microwavable baking dish.
- 36 -1. Touch TIME DEFROSTpad.2. Enter the defrosting timeyou want.3. Touch START pad.(Defrost starts)When the defrost time isover, you will hear fourbeeps and END willdisplay.Example: To defrost for 2 minutes.OPERATIONTIME DEFROSTThis feature allows you to choose the time you wantto defrost.1. Touch RAPID DEFROST1lb. pad.2. Touch START pad.Example: To defrost 1lb ground beef.RAPID DEFROST 1lb.The RAPID DEFROST 1lb. feature provides you withthe rapid defrosting method for 1.0 pound frozenfoods. The oven automatically sets the defrosting timefor ground beef.USE OF THE METAL RACKTo use rack:Place rack securely in the four plastic supports.To avoid risk of property damage:• Do not use rack to pop popcorn.• Rack must be on the four plastic supports whenused.• Use the rack only when cooking food on twolevels.• Do not cook with rack on floor of the oven.CAUTIONRack MUST NOT touch metal walls or back ofmicrowave oven.CAUTION
- 37 -COOKINGGETTING THE BEST COOKING RESULTS To get the best results from your microwave oven,read and follow the guidelines below.• Storage Temperature: Foods taken from thefreezer or refrigerator take longer to cook than thesame foods at room temperature. The time forrecipes in this book is based on the normal storagetemperature of the food.• Size: Small pieces of food cook faster than largeones, pieces similar in size and shape cook moreevenly. For even cooking, reduce the power whencooking large pieces of food.• Natural Moisture: Very moist foods cook moreevenly because microwave energy is attracted towater molecules.• Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables fromthe outside to the center to distribute the heat evenlyand speed cooking. Constant stirring is not necessary.• Turn over foods like pork chops, baking potatoes,roasts, or whole cauliflower halfway through thecooking time to expose all sides equally tomicrowave energy.• Place delicate areas of foods, such as asparagustips, toward the center of the dish.• Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chickenpieces or salmon steaks, with the thicker, meatierparts toward the outside of the dish.• Shield, with Small pieces of aluminum foil, parts offood that may cook quickly, such as wing tips andleg ends of poultry.• Let It Stand: After you remove the food from themicrowave, cover food with foil or casserole lid andlet it stand to finish cooking in the center and avoidovercooking the outer edges. The length of standingtime depends on the density and surface area of thefood.• Wrapping in waxed paper or paper towel:Sandwiches and many other foods containingprebaked bread should be wrapped prior tomicrowaving to prevent drying out.FISH & SHELLFISHCooking Fish and Shellfish: General Directions• Prepare the fish for cooking.- Completely defrost the fish or shellfish.- Arrange unevenly shaped pieces with thicker partstoward the outside of the dish. Arrange shellfish ina single layer for even cooking.- The type of cover you use depends on how youcook. Poached fish needs a microwavable lid orvented plastic wrap.- Baked fish, coated fish, or fish in sauce needs tobe covered lightly with waxed paper to keep thecoating crisp and sauce from getting watery.- Always set the shortest cooking time. Fish is donewhen it turns opaque and the thickest part beginsto flake. Shellfish is done when the shell turns frompink to red and the flesh is opaque and firm.• The Fish and Shellfish Cooking Table belowprovides specific directions with Power Level andCooking Time settings for most types of fish andshellfish.Fish And Shellfish Cooking TableFISHFish filletsFish steaksWhole fishScallopsShrimp, shelledHIHI7HIHI31/2-41/2 minutes41/2-51/2 minutes41/2-6 minutes31/2-5 minutes31/2-5 minutesArrange fish in a single layer with thickest portion towardoutside edge of 11/2 quart microwavable baking dish.Brush with melted butter and season, if desired. Cookcovered with vented plastic wrap. Let stand covered 2 minutes. If you are cooking more than 1 lb. of fish, turnthe fish halfway through cooking.Arrange in a single layer. Prepare as directed above,except stir instead of turning the shellfish.POWERLEVEL COOKING TIME DIRECTIONS
- 38 -COOKINGAPPETIZERS / SAUCES / SOUPSCooking Appetizers: Tips and TechniquesRecommended• Crisp crackers, such as melba toast, shreddedwheat, and crisp rye crackers are best formicrowave use. Wait until party time to add thespreads. Place a paper towel under the crackerswhile they cook in the microwave oven to absorbextra moisture.• Arrange individual appetizers in a circle for evencooking.• Stir dips to distribute heat and shorten cooking time.Cooking Sauces: Tips and Techniques• Use a microwavable casserole or glass measuringcup that is at least 2 or 3 times the volume of thesauce.• Sauces made with cornstarch thicken more rapidlythan those made with flour.Cooking Soups: Tips and Techniques• Cook soups in a microwavable dish which holdsdouble the volume of the recipe ingredients toprevent boil-over, especially if you use cream or milkin the soup.• Generally, cover microwaved soups with VENTEDplastic wrap or a microwavable lid.• Cover foods to retain moisture. Uncover foods toretain crispness.• Avoid overcooking by using the minimum suggestedtime. Add more time, if necessary, only afterchecking the food.Not Recommended• Appetizers with a crisp coating or puff pastry arebest done in a conventional oven with dry heat. • Breaded products can be warmed in the microwaveoven but will not come out crisp.• Cook sauces made with cornstarch or flouruncovered so you may stir them 2 or 3 times duringcooking for a smooth consistency.• To adapt a conventional sauce or gravy recipe,reduce the amount of liquid slightly.• Stirring occasionally will help blend flavors,distribute heat evenly, and may even shorten thecooking time.• When converting a conventional soup recipe to cookin the microwave, reduce the liquid, salt, and strongseasonings.MEATCooking Meat: General Directions• Prepare the meat for cooking. - Defrost completely. - Trim off excess fat to avoid splattering. - Place the meat, fat side down, on a microwavablerack in a microwavable dish.- Use oven cooking bag for less tender cuts of meat.- Arrange the meat so that thicker portions aretoward the outside of the dish.- Cover the meat with waxed paper to preventsplattering.• Tend the meat as it cooks.- Drain juices as they accumulate to reducesplattering and keep from overcooking the bottomof the meat.- Shield thin or bony portions with strips of foil toprevent overcooking.NOTE: Keep the foil at least 1 inch from the ovenwalls, and do not cover more than one-third of themeat with foil at any one time.• Let the meat stand covered with foil 10-15 minutesafter you remove it from the oven. The internaltemperature of the meat may rise from 5-10˚Fduring standing time.The Meat Cooking Table on the next page providesdetailed directions, Power Level, and Cooking Timesettings for most cuts of meat.
MEAT POWERLEVEL COOKING TIME DIRECTIONS- 39 -COOKINGForm patties with depression in center of each. Place on microwavable roast rack. Brush with browningagent, if desired. Cover with waxed paper. Turn over halfway through cooking.Let stand covered 1 minute.Place roast fat side down on microwavable roast rack.Add desired seasonings and cover with waxed paper.Turn meat over halfway through cooking and shield ifnecessary. Remove roast from microwave oven whendesired temperature is reached. Let stand covered withfoil 15 minutes.(Temperature may rise about 10˚F).Place roast fat side down on microwavable roast rack.Brush lamb with marinade or desired seasonings suchas rosemary, thyme or marjoram. Cover with waxedpaper. Turn roast over after 15 minutes, and again after 30 minutes. Shield if necessary.Remove roast from microwave when desiredtemperature is reached. Let stand covered with foil 15minutes (Temperature may rise about 10°F).Place bacon slices on microwavable roast rack.Cover with paper towels. After cooking, let stand 1 minute.Place chops in microwavable baking dish. Add desired seasonings and cover with vented plasticwrap. Cook until no longer pink or until internaltemperature reaches 170°F. Turn chops over halfwaythrough cooking. Let stand covered 5 minutes.(Temperature may rise about 10°F).Place roast in cooking bag in microwavable dish.Add seasonings and browning agent if desired. Closebag loosely with microwavable closure or string. Aftercooking, let stand in bag 15 minutes. (Temperature mayrise about 10°F.) Internal temperature of pork shouldreach 170°F before serving.Pierce links and place on microwavable roast rack. Cover with waxed paper or paper towel. Turn over halfway through cooking. After cooking, let stand covered 1 minute.BeefHamburgers,Fresh or defrosted(4 oz. each)1 patty2 patties4 pattiesSirloin tip roast(3-4 lbs.)LambLamb roast,rolled boneless(3-4 lbs.)PorkBacon slices2 slices4 slices6 slicesChops(5-7 oz. each)2 chops4 chopsLoin Roast,rolled, boneless(3 1/2- 4 1/2 lbs.)Sausage links,Fresh or Frozen,defrosted(1-2 oz. each)2 links4 links6 links10 links(8 oz. pkg.)Meat Cooking TableHI55HI33HI1-11/2 minutes11/2-2 minutes21/2-31/2 minutes8-10 minutesper poundRARE(135°F)11-13 minutesper poundMEDIUM(155°F)11-12 minutesper poundRARE(135°F)12-13 minutesper poundMEDIUM(145°F)13-14 minutesper poundWELL(155°F)11/2-2 minutes21/2-3 minutes31/2-41/2 minutes18-20 minutesper pound15-17 minutesper pound25-27 minutesper pound(165°F)45-60 seconds1-11/2 minutes11/2-2 minutes13/4-2 minutes
- 40 -COOKINGPOULTRYCooking Poultry: General Directions• Prepare the poultry for cooking.- Defrost completely.- Arrange poultry pieces with thicker pieces at theoutside edge of the baking dish. When cookinglegs, arrange them like the spokes of a wheel.- Cover the baking dish with waxed paper to reducesplattering.- Use a browning agent or cook with a sauce to givea browned appearance.• Watch the poultry as it cooks.- Drain and discard juices as they accumulate.- Shield thin or bony pieces with small strips ofaluminum foil to prevent overcooking. Keep foil atleast 1 inch from the oven walls and other piecesof foil.• Poultry is done when it is no longer pink and thejuices run clear. When done, the temperature in thethigh meat should be 180-185˚F.• Let the poultry stand after cooking covered with foilfor 10 minutes.The Poultry Cooking Table below provides detaileddirections, Power Level, and Cooking Time settingsfor most cuts and types of poultry.Poultry Cooking TablePOULTRY POWERLEVEL COOKING TIME DIRECTIONSWash, shake the water off, and go on with cooking. Placepieces in a single layer in a microwavable baking dish withthicker pieces to the outside. Brush with butter orbrowning agent and seasonings if desired. Cover withwaxed paper. Cook until no longer pink and juices runclear. Let stand covered 5 minutes.Before cooking, wash and shake off water. Place breastside down on a microwavable roast rack. Brush withbutter, or browning agent and seasoning if desired. Coverwith waxed paper. Cook 1/3 of estimated time. Turn breastside up, brush with butter, or browning agent. Replacewaxed paper. Cook 1/3 of estimated time again. Shield ifnecessary. Cook remaining 1/3 of estimated time or untilno longer pink and juices run clear. Let stand covered withfoil 10 minutes. (The temperature may rise about 10°F.)The temperature in the high should be 180°F-185°F whenthe poultry is done.Wash, shake the water off, and go on with cooking. Tiewings to body of hen and the legs to tail. Place hensbreast side down on microwavable rack. Cover withwaxed paper. Turn breast side up halfway throughcooking. Shield bone ends of drumsticks with foil. Removeand discard drippings. Brush with butter or browning agentand seasonings if desired. Cook until no longer pink andjuices run clear. Remove hens from microwave when theyreach desired temperature. Let stand covered with foil 5minutes. (Temperature may rise about 10°F).Temperature in breast should be 170°F before serving.Chicken pieces(21/2-3 lbs).Chicken whole(3-31/2 lbs)Cornish HensWhole(1-11/2 lbs. each)HIHIHI41/2-51/2 minutesper pound12-13 minutesper pound6-7 minutesper pound
- 41 -COOKINGPASTA AND RICEMicrowave cooking and conventional cooking of pasta,rice, and cereal require about the same amount of time,but the microwave is a more convenient methodbecause you can cook and serve in the same dish.There is no stirring needed and leftover pasta tastesjust like fresh cooked when reheated in the microwaveoven.Cooking Pasta and Rice: Tips and Techniques• If you are planning to use rice or pasta in a casserole,undercook it so it is still firm.• Allow for standing time with rice, but not for pasta.• The Pasta and Rice Cooking Tables below providespecific directions, with Power Level and cooking timesettings for most common types of pasta and rice.Pasta Cooking TableTYPE OF PASTASpaghetti4 cups water Add 8 oz. spaghettiMacaroni3 cups water Add 2 cups macaroniLasagna noodles4 cups water Add 8 oz. lasagna noodlesEgg noodles6 cups water Add 4 cups noodlesHI5HI5Hi5HI59 to 10 minutes71/2 to 81/2 minutes6 to 7 minutes51/2 to 61/2 minutes7 to 8 minutes11 to 121/2 minutes8 to 10 minutes51/2 to 61/2 minutesCombine hot tap water and salt, if desired. Use a 2-quart microwavable baking dish and cover withvented plastic wrap for spaghetti and lasagna noodles.Use microwavable lid or vented plastic wrap formacaroni and egg noodles.Cook at Power Level HI as directed in chart or untilwater boils. Stir in pasta; cook covered at Power Level5 as directed in chart or until tender. Drain in a colander.POWERLEVELCOOKING TIME DIRECTIONSTYPE OF RICELong grain2 1/4 cups water Add1 cup riceBrown2 1/2 cups water Add1 cup riceLong grain andwild rice mix2 1/3 cups water Add6 oz. pkg.Quick cooking1 cup water Add1 cup riceHI5HI5Hi5HI5 to 6 minutes15 minutes41/2 to 51/2 minutes28 minutes4 to 5 minutes24 minutes2 to 3 minutesCombine hot tap water and salt, if desired, in 2 quartmicrowavable casserole. Cover with microwavable lidor vented plastic wrap. Cook as directed in chart atPower Level HI or until water boils. Stir in rice and anyseasonings.Cook covered as directed in chart at Power Level 5 oruntil water is absorbed and rice is tender. Let stand covered 5 to 10 minutes. Fluff with fork.Cook water until it boils. Stir rice into boiling water andlet stand, covered 5 to 10 minutes or until water isabsorbed and rice is tender. Fluff with fork.POWERLEVELCOOKING TIME DIRECTIONSRice Cooking Table
- 42 -CARE AND CLEANINGFor best performance and safety, keep the ovenclean inside and outside. Take special care to keepthe inner door panel and the oven front frame free offood or grease build-up.Never use abrasive cleaners or pads. Wipe themicrowave oven inside and out, including the hoodbottom cover, with a soft cloth and a warm (not hot)mild detergent solution. Then rinse and wipe dry. Usea chrome cleaner and polish on chrome, metal, andaluminum surfaces. Wipe spatters immediately with awet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken orbacon. Clean your oven weekly or more often, ifneeded. METAL RACKWash the metal rack with a mild soap and a soft ornylon scrub brush. Dry completely.Do not use abrasive scrubbers or cleaners to cleanrack.CLEANING THE GREASE FILTERSThe grease filter should be removed and cleanedoften, at least once a month.1. To remove grease filter, slide each filter back. Pull filters downward and push to the other side. The filter will drop out.CHARCOAL FILTER REPLACEMENTIf your oven is vented inside, the charcoal filter shouldbe replaced every 6 to 12 months, and more often ifnecessary. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. Toorder a new charcoal filter, contact the PartsDepartment at your nearest Authorized Service Center or call Amana at 1-800-843-0304(inside U.S.A)1-319-622-5511(outside U.S.A).Order Charcoal Filter kit # : MVHRK3.1. Disconnect Power to oven.2. Remove the two vent grille mounting screws.(2 middle screws)MAINTENANCE2. Wash in dishwasher or soak grease filter in hotwater and a mild detergent. Rinse well and shaketo dry. Do not use ammonia. The aluminum willdarken filter.3. To reinstall the filter, slide it into the side slot, thenpush up and toward front to lock.6. Slide the bottom of the grille into place. Push thetop until it snaps into place. Replace the mountingscrews. Turn the power back on at the main powersupply and set the clock.5. Slide a new charcoal filter into place. The filtershould rest at the angle shown.3. Tip the grille forward, then lift it out.4. Remove old filter.To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not operate oven hoodwithout filters in place.CAUTION
- 43 -OVEN LIGHT REPLACEMENT1. Unplug oven or turn off power at the main powersupply.2. Remove the vent cover mounting screws.(2 middlescrews)3. Tip the cover forward, then lift out to remove.MAINTENANCECOOKTOP/NIGHT LIGHT REPLACEMENT1. Unplug the oven or turn off power at the mainpower supply.2. Remove the bulb cover mounting screws.3. Replace bulb(s) with 30 watt appliance bulb(s).4. Replace bulb cover, and mounting screws.5. Turn the power back on at the main power supply.4. Remove bulb holder.5. Lift up the bulb holder.6. Replace bulb with a 30 or 40 watt appliance bulb.7. Replace the bulb holder.8. Slide the bottom of the vent cover into place. Pushthe top until it snaps into place. Replace themounting screws. Turn the power back on at themain power supply. To avoid personal injury or property damage,wear gloves when replacing light bulb.CAUTION
- 44 -USEOVENPROOF GLASS (treated for highintensity heat):utility dishes, loaf dishes, pie plates,cake plates, liquid measuring cups,casseroles and bowls without metallictrim.CHINA:bowls, cups, serving plates and platterswithout metallic trim.PLASTIC:Plastic wrap (as a cover)-- lay the plasticwrap loosely over the dish and press itto the sides.Vent plastic wrap by turning back oneedge slightly to allow excess steam toescape. The dish should be deepenough so that the plastic wrap will nottouch the food. As the food heats it maymelt the plastic wrap wherever the wraptouches the food.Use plastic dishes, cups, semirigid freezer containers and plasticbags only for short cooking time. Usethese with care because the plasticmay soften from the heat of the food.PAPER:Paper towels, waxed paper, papernapkins, and paper plates with nometallic trim or design. Look for themanufacturer's label for use in themicrowave oven. DO NOT USEMETAL UTENSILS:Metal shields the food from microwave energy and producesuneven cooking. Also avoid metal skewers, thermometers orfoil trays. Metal utensils can cause arcing, which can damageyour microwave oven.METAL DECORATION:Metal-trimmed or metal-banded dinnerware, casserole dishes,etc. The metal trim interferes with normal cooking and maydamage the oven.ALUMINUM FOIL:Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil because they hindercooking and may cause harmful arcing. Use small pieces offoil to shield poultry legs and wings. Keep ALL aluminum foilat least 1 inch from the side walls and door of the oven.WOOD:Wooden bowls and boards will dry out and may split or crackwhen you use them in the microwave oven. Baskets react inthe same way.TIGHTLY COVERED UTENSILS:Be sure to leave openings for steam to escape from coveredutensils. Pierce plastic pouches of vegetables or other fooditems before cooking. Tightly closed pouches could explode.BROWN PAPER:Avoid using brown paper bags.They absorb too much heat and could burn.FLAWED OR CHIPPED UTENSILS:Any utensil that is cracked, flawed, or chipped may break inthe oven.METAL TWIST TIES:Remove metal twist ties from plastic or paper bags.They become hot and could cause a fire.MICROWAVE UTENSIL GUIDERECOMMENDED UTENSIL
- 45 -TROUBLE SHOOTINGBEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICECheck the following list to be sure a service call is really necessary. A quick reference of this manual aswell as reviewing additional information on items to check may prevent an unneeded service call.If nothing on the oven operates:If the oven interior light does not work:If oven will not cook:If oven takes longer than normal tocook or cooks too rapidly:If the time of day clock does notalways keep correct time:If food cooks unevenly:If food is undercooked:If food is overcooked:If arcing (sparks) occur:If the Display shows a time countingdown but the oven is not cooking:Vent fan starts automatically. • check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker.• check if oven is properly connected to electric circuit in house.• check that controls are set properly.• the light bulb is loose or defective.• check that control panel was programmed correctly.• check that door is firmly closed.• check that Start Pad was touched.• check that timer wasn’t started instead of a cook function.• be sure the Power Level is programmed properly.• check that the power cord is fully inserted into the outletreceptacle.• be sure the oven is the only appliance on the electrical circuit.• be sure food is evenly shaped.• be sure food is completely defrosted before cooking.• check placement of aluminum foil strips used to preventovercooking.• check recipe to be sure all directions (amount, time, & powerlevels) were correctly followed.• be sure microwave oven is on a separate circuit.• be sure food is completely defrosted before cooking.• check recipe to be sure all directions (amount, power level, time,size of dish) were followed.• be sure microwavable dishes were used.• be sure wire twist ties weren’t used.• be sure oven wasn’t operated when empty.• make sure metal rack (if used) is properly installed on 4 supports.• check that door is firmly closed.• check that timer wasn’t started instead of a cooking function.If the temperature gets too hot around the microwave oven, the fanin the vent hood will automatically turn on at the LOW setting to coolthe oven. It may stay on up to an hour to cool the oven.Problem Possible Causes
- 46 -TROUBLE SHOOTINGQUESTIONS AND ANSWERSQuestionCan I use a rack in my microwaveoven so that I may reheat or cook intwo levels at a time?Can I use either metal or aluminumpans in my microwave oven?Sometimes the door of my microwaveoven appears wavy. Is this normal?What are the humming noises that Ihear when my microwave oven isoperating?Why does the dish become hot when Imicrowave food in it? I thought thatthis should not happen.What does standing time mean?Can I pop popcorn in my microwaveoven? How do I get the best results?Why does steam come out of the airexhaust vent?Only use the rack that is supplied with your microwave oven. Use ofany other rack can result in poor cooking performance and/or arcingand may damage your oven.Usable metal includes aluminum foil for shielding (use small, flatpieces). Never allow metal to touch walls or door.This appearance is normal and does not affect the operation of youroven.You hear the sound of the transformer when the magnetron tubecycles on and off.As the food becomes hot it will conduct the heat to the dish. Use hotpads to remove food after cooking. Dish may not be microwavesafe.Standing time means that food should be taken out of the oven andcovered for additional time after cooking. This process allows thecooking to finish, saves energy, and frees the oven for otherpurpose.Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn following manufacturer’sguidelines or use the preprogrammed Popcorn pad. Do not use regular paper bags. Use the listening test by stoppingthe oven as soon as the popping slows to a pop every one or twoseconds. Do not try to repop unpopped kernels. You can also usespecial microwave poppers. When using a popper, be sure to followmanufacturer’s directions. Do not pop popcorn in glass utensils.Steam is normally produced during cooking. The microwave ovenhas been designed to vent this steam out the top vent.AnswerTo avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, do not remove outer case at any time, Only an authorized servicer should remove outer case.WARNING

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