Whirlpool Microwave Development GH9177 Microwave Oven User Manual Manual Part I
Whirlpool Microwave Products Development Limited. Microwave Oven Manual Part I
Contents
- 1. Manual Part I
- 2. Manual Part II
Manual Part I
Speed Cook Oven
Use & Care Guide
Combinación Microondas Campana
Manual de uso y cuidado
Models/Modelos 665.63792 665.63793 665.63794 665.63799
8183959/4619-652-60651 Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY.....................................................................................3
PROTECTION AGREEMENTS.......................................................3
MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY........................................................4
Electrical Requirements................................................................6
PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................6
Oven Cavity Coating ....................................................................6
Ultra Heatwave Technology.........................................................6
Turntable.......................................................................................7
Cooking Rack ...............................................................................7
Skillette Pan and Handle..............................................................7
Grill Rack ......................................................................................8
OVEN CONTROL ............................................................................8
Dial Control...................................................................................8
Display/Touch Screen ..................................................................8
Progress Bar.................................................................................9
Start ..............................................................................................9
Off/Cancel.................................................................................. 10
Clock.......................................................................................... 10
Tones......................................................................................... 10
Kitchen Timer............................................................................. 10
Exhaust Fan............................................................................... 10
Cooktop/Countertop Light ........................................................ 10
Options ...................................................................................... 11
Child Lock.................................................................................. 11
Night Light ................................................................................. 11
Display Brightness and Contrast .............................................. 11
Learning Mode........................................................................... 12
Demo Mode............................................................................... 12
MICROWAVE OVEN USE............................................................ 12
Food Characteristics ................................................................. 12
Cooking Guidelines ................................................................... 13
Cookware and Dinnerware........................................................ 13
Aluminum Foil and Metal........................................................... 13
Cooking Power.......................................................................... 14
Cooking ..................................................................................... 14
Doneness................................................................................... 14
Prepare ...................................................................................... 14
Pre-Set Cooking........................................................................ 14
Add One Minute ........................................................................ 15
Popcorn ..................................................................................... 15
Cooking in Stages ..................................................................... 15
Reheating................................................................................... 16
ULTRA DEFROST™.................................................................. 16
Baked Goods............................................................................. 17
Grill............................................................................................. 17
Sure Simmer.............................................................................. 18
Skillette Feature......................................................................... 19
Soften & Melt............................................................................. 19
Hold Warm................................................................................. 20
MICROWAVE OVEN CARE......................................................... 20
General Cleaning....................................................................... 20
Replacing Filters (Charcoal Odor and Grease Filters) .............. 21
Replacing Cooktop Light........................................................... 21
Replacing Oven Light................................................................ 22
Replacement Parts.................................................................... 22
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................. 23
SERVICE NUMBERS ................................................................... 24
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SPEED COOK OVEN
WARRANTY
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON SPEED COOK OVEN
For one year from the date of purchase, if this Kenmore Elite®
speed cook oven fails due to a defect in material or
workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge.
LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY ON THE MAGNETRON
For five years from the date of purchase, if the magnetron in this
Kenmore Elite speed cook oven fails due to a defect in material or
workmanship, Sears will repair it free of charge.
The above warranty coverage applies only to speed cook ovens
which are used for private household purposes.
WARRANTY SERVICE
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE
NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED
STATES. This warranty applies only while the product is in use in
the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer may void
users’ authority to operate this device.
PRODUCT RECORD
In the space below, record your complete model number, serial
number, and purchase date. You can find this information on the
model and serial number label, located as shown in the Parts and
Features section of this book. Have this information available to
help you quickly obtain assistance or service when you contact
Sears concerning your appliance.
Model number 665.
Serial number
Purchase date
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future
reference.
PROTECTION
AGREEMENTS
Master Protection Agreements
Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new
Kenmore® appliance is designed and manufactured for years of
dependable operation. But like all products, it may require
preventive maintenance or repair from time to time. That’s when
having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and
aggravation.
Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect
yourself from unexpected hassle and expense.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of
your new appliance. Here’s what’s included in the Agreement:
✔ Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair specialists
✔ Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all
covered repairs
✔ “No-lemon” guarantee – replacement of your covered
product if more than three 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 – non-technical and instructional
assistance on products repaired in your home, plus convenient
repair scheduling
✔ Power surge protection against electrical damage due to
power fluctuations
✔ Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes
longer than promised
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that
it takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or
night, or schedule a service appointment online.
Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have
access to over 4.5 million quality parts and accessories. That’s
the kind of professionalism you can count on to help prolong the
life of your new purchase for years to come. Purchase your
Master Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and
information call 1-800-827-6655.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears guaranteed professional installation of home
appliances and items like garage door openers and water
heaters, in the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
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MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you
what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all
safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or
“WARNING.” These words mean:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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 properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS” found in this section and in the pro-
vided Installation Instructions.
■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 – for example, closed glass jars –
may 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
■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.
■The 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
“Microwave Oven Care” section.
■To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
– Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the
microwave oven if paper, plastic, or other
combustible materials are placed inside the oven
to facilitate cooking.
– Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags
before placing bags in oven.
– If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven
door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the
power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit
breaker panel.
– Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not
leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in
the cavity when not in use.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking
equipment.
■
Intended to be used above ranges with maximum
width of 36 inches.
■
Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should
not be allowed to accumulate on 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.
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Do not cover or block any openings on the micro-
wave 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, or near a
swimming pool, and the like.
Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
Do not mount over a sink.
Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not
be inserted in the microwave oven as they may create
a fire or risk of electric shock.
Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can
burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a
risk of electric shock.
Do not use paper products when appliance is operat-
ed in the “PAN BROWN” mode (on models with this
feature).
Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s
recommended accessories, in this oven when not in
use.
Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with
metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
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Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave
oven when the microwave oven is in operation.
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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door
open since open-door operation can result in
harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is
important not to defeat or tamper with the
safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front
face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue
to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is
particularly important that the oven door close
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.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by
anyone except properly qualified service personnel.
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Electrical Requirements
Observe all governing codes and ordinances. A 120 Volt, 60 Hz,
AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical supply is required. (A
time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.) It is
recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance
be provided.
PARTS AND FEATURES
This manual may cover several different models. The model you
have purchased may have some or all of the features shown here.
The appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from
the illustrations in this manual.
Oven Cavity Coating
The oven has a special easy-to-clean and durable coating which
resists soil buildup by making cleaning easier than in
conventional microwave ovens. For cleaning information, see
“General Cleaning” in the “Oven Care” section.
Ultra Heatwave Technology
The microwave system uses Ultra Heatwave Technology, which
delivers a constant stream of microwave power – true high,
medium and low power.
Typically, microwave ovens operate on HIGH power only. For
example, to achieve a 50% power level (“medium”) in a typical
microwave oven, the oven operates 50% of the time at HIGH
power and 50% of the time OFF.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
Do not use an extension cord.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not remove ground prong.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
■ 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.
WARNING:
Improper use of the grounding plug can
result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified
electrician or serviceman if the
grounding
instructions
are not completely understood
, or if doubt exists as to
whether the microwave oven is properly grounded.
■ For a permanently connected appliance:
This appliance 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 appliance.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord
is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman
install an outlet near the microwave oven.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Door Handle
2. Door Safety Lock System
3. Metal-Shielded Window
4. 3M FILTRETE™ Charcoal Odor
Filter (behind vent grille)
5. Grill Element
6. Microwave Inlet Cover
7. Oven Light
8. Vent Grille
9. Touch Screen Display
10. Dial and Control Pads
11. Exhaust Fan and Cooktop
Light Controls
12. Cooktop Lights
13. Grease Filters
14. Cooking Rack
15. Model and Serial Number Plate
Parts and Features Not Shown
Turntable
Grill Rack
Skillette Pan and Handle
456789
10
23
1
14 1313 12
12 11
15
KITCHEN
TIMER
POPCORN
T
URNTABLE
ON/OFF
SET/OFF
+
ADJUST
COOK
TIME
POWER
ADD ONE
MINUTE
START OFF
CANCEL
ON / OFF / ADJUST ON / OFF / ADJUST
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In contrast, microwave ovens utilizing Ultra Heatwave
Technology deliver the selected power level continuously. This
constant stream of microwave power helps to minimize
overcooking of foods and messy food spatters.
Additionally, the oven uses a 1,000-watt halogen bulb with a 500-
watt quartz bulb together to serve as the grill element for various
cooking functions. When this element is in use, it produces a
bright light in the oven cavity, and causes the cavity and door to
become hot. The use of oven mitts is recommended.
Sensor Cooking
The microwave system with Ultra Heatwave Technology 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 guesswork out of microwave
cooking.
The oven must be plugged in for at least 3 minutes prior to
sensor cooking.
Turntable
The turntable can rotate in either direction to help cook food
more evenly. Do not operate the oven without the turntable in
place. To order any of the parts, call
1-800-4-MY-HOME®. See “Replacement Parts” for part
numbers.
To Install:
1. Remove tape from the hub.
2. Place the support on the oven cavity bottom.
3. Place the turntable on the support.
Fit the raised, curved lines in the center of the turntable
bottom between the 3 spokes of the hub. The rollers on the
support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge.
To Turn Turntable Off:
The turntable can be turned off (except during an auto function or
Custom Grill). This is helpful when cooking with plates that are
larger than the turntable, or when cooking with two 10¼ in.
(26 cm) plates that are side-by-side.
1. Touch TURNTABLE ON/OFF.
“TURNTABLE OFF” will appear in the display. The turntable will
turn back on automatically when cooking is over or OFF/CANCEL
is touched.
Cooking Rack
The cooking rack is ideal for two-level cooking. It provides extra
cavity space for cooking 2 or more containers at the same time.
Insert the rack securely into the rack supports on the side walls of
the oven. To reorder rack, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. See
“Replacement Parts” section for part number.
■Rack will become hot. Always use oven mitts or pot holders
when handling.
■Do not allow the rack to touch the inside cavity walls, ceiling
or floor.
■Do not use metal cookware, utensils, or a browning dish with
the rack.
■Do not let food container on rack touch the top or sides of the
oven.
■Do not use Skillette Pan on rack.
■Remove rack before using Grill function.
■Remove rack before using Popcorn function.
■The rack is designed specifically for this oven. Do not use it in
any other oven.
■Do not cook food directly on the rack. Always use a
microwave-safe container.
■Use the rack only when cooking on 2 levels. Do not store it in
the oven. Damage to the oven could result if someone
accidentally turns on the oven.
Skillette Pan and Handle
The Skillette Pan, with a non-stick surface and a detachable
handle, has been specially designed for microwave use, and is
ideal for pan-frying (pan-browning) foods in the oven. The
Skillette Pan is also used as a drip pan for grilling.
Use the handle to grasp the pan. Place gripping end on the edge
of pan, squeeze handle and lift pan.
To order replacement parts, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. See
“Replacement Parts” section for part number.
1. Turntable
2. Hub
3. Support
4. Shaft
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2
3
4
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Grill Rack
The Grill Rack is for grilling in the oven. Place the Grill Rack
securely on Skillette Pan, the Skillette Pan on the turntable, and
position food on Grill Rack. To order replacement parts, call
1-800-4-MY-HOME®. See “Replacement Parts” section for part
number.
OVEN CONTROL
Dial Control
Turn the dial to set values such as cook time, weight, amounts,
power levels, etc. for most cooking and controls functions.
Display/Touch Screen
The display/touch screen functions as both a display and a
menu-driven touch screen control.
Display
The display screen shows the time of day and “Home” screen
when the oven is not in use. If the time of day is hidden (see
“Clock” section), “Home” will appear in its place.
During programming, the display screen displays function
menus, servings and weights, preparation instructions, and
cooking time/power settings. During a cooking cycle, it counts
down the remaining time, and gives prompts to stir or turn food.
Touch Screen
The LCD touch screen is used to input commands. A light- to
medium-pressure touch of the fingertip will activate the menu
choice. However, sensitivity of the touch screen may vary, and
using the tips or backs of fingernails may provide more accuracy
when inputting commands.
The following demonstrates how to use the touch screen displays
to navigate through menus. This example shows the display
screens and selections when cooking chicken pieces.
1. From Home screen, touch “Cook.” Display shows:
1. Light Sensor
2. Dial
K
ITCHEN
TIMER
P
OPCORN
T
URNTABLE
ON/OFF
SET/OFF
+
ADJUST
C
OOK
T
IME
POWER
A
DD ONE
MINUTE
START OFF
CANCEL
Home
Reheat Ultra
Defrost
Cook Grill
MORE
CHOICES
2
1
Soften
& Melt
1:10
PM
Reheat Ultra
Defrost
Soften
& Melt
Cook Grill
MORE
CHOICES
1:10
PM
Baked
Goods Hold
Warm
BACK Options
Sure
Simmer Skillette
Cook
Cereal
Frozen
Food Vegetable
MORE
CHOICES
Eggs
BACK
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2. Touch “More Choices.” Display shows:
3. Touch “Poultry.” Display shows:
4. Touch “Pieces, Bone-In.” Turn dial to enter weight. Display
shows:
5. Touch “Doneness” if desired. (See “Doneness” in the
“Microwave Oven Use” section.) Display shows:
6. Touch “Start.” While cooking, Display shows:
When cooking is over, display shows:
See “Learning Mode” section to see how to practice navigating
through the menus without turning on the microwave generator.
See “Display Brightness and Contrast” section to see how to
adjust display settings.
Progress Bar
1. Progress bar
The progress bar is a visual picture of the estimated running time
of a cooking cycle. It will appear during sensor cooking functions.
The line appears below the word “Sensing,” and shows progress
by the darkening of the line from the left. After the sensor is
finished sensing, the remaining cook time replaces the word
“Sensing” at the top of the display, but the progress bar
continues to be displayed.
Start
The START pad will start any function.
If non-sensor cooking is interrupted, touching START will resume
the preset cycle.
For added convenience, the “Start” touch pad is also available on
some display screens, and provides the same function as the
START control pad.
Cook
Grains Meat
BACK
Rice/Pasta
Fish
Poultry
Manual
Poultr
y
Breast
Bonelss
Poached
Chicken
Tenders
BACK
Breast
Bonelss
Pan Brown
Pieces
Bone-In
Ground
Pieces
BACK Start
Cooks 0.5-2.0 Pounds.
_+
BONE-IN
1.5
pounds
Doneness
Prepare
ENTER AMOUNT. PRESS
PREPARE, DONENESS, OR START.
Doneness
BACK
Start
Press - and + buttons to
change doneness level.
LESS MORE
NORMAL
+
_
01:37
Cooking
End
Let stand 3 minutes
covered.
Remove food or
press Hold Warm.
Hold
Warm
Reheating
Sensin
g
1
10
Off/Cancel
The OFF/CANCEL pad clears any incorrect command and
cancels most functions except for the Kitchen Timer, Child Lock,
exhause fan, cooktop light and Learning Mode. It will not erase
the time of day.
The oven will also turn off when the door is opened. Close the
door and touch START or “Continue” on the display screen to
resume the cycle. A sensor cooking cycle may not be resumed if
interrupted by opening the door.
Clock
This is a 12-hour clock, showing a.m. and p.m. When power is
first supplied to the oven, or after a power failure, the “Home”
screen will appear.
To Set Clock: Touch clock icon pad, and follow directions.
To Hide Clock: Touch clock icon pad, then touch OFF/CANCEL.
“Home” will appear in place of the time of day on display screen.
To Display Clock: Touch clock icon pad, then touch START.
Tones
Tones are audible signals, indicating the following:
One tone
■Valid entry (short beep)
■End of Timer countdown (long tone)
Two tones
■Reminder (short beeps), repeat each minute for 15 minutes
after the end-of-cycle tones
■Between stages (short beeps)
Three Tones
■Invalid entry (short beeps)
Four tones
■End-of-cycle (long tones)
To Disable Tones: Turn volume off using the “Options” menu.
Kitchen Timer
The Kitchen Timer can be set in minutes and seconds, up to 90
minutes, and counts down the set time. The Kitchen Timer does
not start or stop the oven.
1. Timer countdown
When the Kitchen Timer is in use, the oven can still operate.
During an oven operation, “Timer” and the countdown will appear
in the upper, right-hand corner of the display. If the timer ends
while the oven is still operating, the tone will sound and the
display will show the Kitchen Timer screen for about 10-15
seconds, and then return to the set operating mode. The
countdown may also be seen on the Kitchen Timer screen by
touching KITCHEN TIMER. Touch “Return” to go back to the
previous screen.
To Set: Touch KITCHEN TIMER, enter desired time and touch
“Start.”
To Cancel: Touch KITCHEN TIMER twice.
Exhaust Fan
The exhaust fan has numerous speeds ranging from Off to High.
To protect the oven, if the temperature from the range or cooktop
below the oven gets too hot, the exhaust fan will automatically
turn on at high speed. It may stay on for up to 1 hour. When this
occurs, the Fan button will not function.
■A few seconds after the last time the Fan button is pressed,
the screen returns to the previous display.
■The first time the exhaust fan is turned on after power is
connected to the oven, the fan will start at high speed. The
next time the exhaust fan is turned on, it will start at the last
speed used.
To Turn Exhaust Fan On/Off: Press the Fan button to turn fan
on, then touch “+” or “-” or turn dial to select fan speed. Press
the Fan button twice to turn the fan off (or once if the fan screen
is active).
Cooktop/Countertop Light
The cooktop/countertop light has numerous brightness settings
ranging from Low to High. The light can be turned on manually, or
the Night Light can be programmed to come on automatically
when the sensor detects low light level in the room. See “Night
Light” section.
To Manually Turn Light On/Off: Press the Light button to turn
light on, then touch “+” or “-” or turn dial to desired brightness
level. Press the Light button twice to turn light off (or once if the
light screen is active).
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CHOICES
TIMER
04:44
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& Melt
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Options
Functions can be selected, and displays can be changed by
using the Options menu.
1. On “Home” screen, touch “More Choices.”
2. Touch “Options.”
3. Touch desired Options category (touch “More Choices” for
more categories), and choose settings.
Child Lock
The Child Lock disables all cooking function controls to prevent
unintended use of the oven.
The Kitchen Timer, clock, cooktop light, exhaust fan, and some
settings may still be used while the Child Lock is on.
To Activate Child Lock:
The oven must be off.
1. On “Home” screen, touch “More Choices.”
2. Touch “Options.”
3. Touch “Child Lock.”
4. Touch “On/Off” to set lock, then touch “Finished.”
“Locked!” and a padlock icon will appear in the display
screen if any attempt is made to start the oven. As long as the
Child Lock is activated, a lock icon will appear and remain in
the upper, left-hand corner of the “Home” screen.
Repeat to deactivate Child Lock.
Night Light
The Night Light can be programmed to automatically come on
when low light levels are detected.
To Set the Sensor for Night Light:
1. On the “Home” screen, touch “More Choices.”
2. Touch “Options.”
3. Touch “Night Light.”
4. On the “Night Light” screen, touch “Set/Off” to set Night
Light, then touch “Set Level.”
5. On the “Set Level” screen, touch “+” or “-” or turn the dial to
set desired Night Light activation level.
The display will show the current room light level as well as
the activation level setting. The current room light level will
fluctuate based upon current light conditions.
6. Touch “Finished.”
Display Brightness and Contrast
The display brightness and contrast may be adjusted to improve
display visibility.
Display brightness may be set at full, reduced or off after 2
minutes of inactivity. Display contrast may be set from MIN to
MAX.
To Set Display Brightness or Contrast:
1. On “Home” screen, touch “More Choices.”
2. Touch “Options.”
3. Touch “Display Contrast” or “Display Brightness” (on “More
Choices” screen), and follow directions to set desired levels.
Option Setting
Child Lock Turn on or off.
Night Light Set room light level detection. See “Night
Light” section.
Volume Set from OFF to MAX.
Display Contrast Set from MIN to MAX.
Hints Choose from Cleaning, Food, Power (level),
Methods (cooking) or Cookware.
Display Brightness
Energy Saver Set at full, reduced or off after 2-4 minutes
of inactivity. See “Display Brightness and
Contrast” section.
Learning Mode Turn on or off. See “Learning Mode”
section.
Demo Mode Turn on. See “Demo Mode” section.
Odor Filter
(3M FILTRETE™
Charcoal Filter)
Check filter status: 0% (change filter) to
100% (new), and read changing
instructions. See “Replacing Filters”
section.
Display with padlock in upper,
left-hand corner. Child Lock
active.
Display when attempt is
made to use oven. Child Lock
active.
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Defrost
Soften
& Melt
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Learning Mode
The Learning Mode is ideal for learning how to use the oven.
When set, functions can be entered, with real displays and tones,
without actually turning on the microwave generator. While
functions are operating in the Learning Mode, the oven light will
come on, the fan will run, and the turntable will rotate (if set ON).
While the Learning Mode is active, the book icon will appear in
the upper, left-hand corner of the display.
To Activate Learning Mode:
The oven must be off.
1. On “Home” screen, touch “More Choices.”
2. Touch “Options.”
3. Touch “More Choices.”
4. Touch “Learning Mode.”
5. Touch “On/Off” to set.
6. Touch “Finished.”
Repeat to deactivate Learning Mode.
Demo Mode
The Demo Mode demonstrates the features and capabilities of
the oven on the display screen.
To Activate Demo Mode:
1. On the “Home” screen, touch “More Choices.”
2. Touch “Options.”
3. Touch “More Choices.”
4. Touch “Demo Mode.”
5. Touch “Start.”
To deactivate Demo Mode, touch OFF/CANCEL.
MICROWAVE OVEN USE
A magnetron in the oven produces microwaves which reflect off
the metal floor, walls and ceiling and pass through the turntable
and appropriate cookware to the food. Microwaves are attracted
to and absorbed by fat, sugar and water molecules in the food,
causing them to move, producing friction and heat which cooks
the food.
■Never lean on or allow children to swing on the oven door.
■Do not operate microwave oven when it is empty.
■Heated liquids can splash out during and after heating. Use
of a wooden stir stick placed in the cup or bowl during
heating may help to avoid this.
■The turntable must be in place and correct side up when
oven is in use. Do not use if turntable is chipped or broken.
Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to reorder. See “Replacement
Parts” section for part numbers.
■Baby bottles and baby food jars should not be heated in the
oven.
■Clothes, flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, gourds, paper, including
brown paper bags and newspaper should not be dried in the
oven.
■Do not use the microwave oven for canning, sterilizing or
deep frying. The oven cannot maintain appropriate
temperatures.
■Paraffin wax will not melt in the oven because it does not
absorb microwaves.
■Use oven mitts or pot holders when removing containers from
oven.
■Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the recommended
cook time, potatoes should be slightly firm. Let potatoes
stand for 5 minutes. They will finish cooking while standing.
■Do not cook or reheat whole eggs inside the shell. Steam
buildup in whole eggs may cause them to burst. Cover
poached eggs and allow a standing time.
Food Characteristics
When microwave cooking, the amount, size and shape, starting
temperature, composition and density of the food affect cooking
results.
Amount of Food
The more food heated at once the longer the cook time. Check
for doneness and add small increments of time if necessary.
Size and Shape
Smaller pieces of food will cook more quickly than larger pieces
and uniformly shaped foods cook more evenly than irregularly
shaped food.
Starting Temperature
Room temperature foods will heat faster than refrigerated foods
and refrigerated foods will heat faster than frozen foods.
Composition and Density
Foods high in fat and sugar will reach a higher temperature and
heat faster than other foods. Heavy, dense foods, such as meat
and potatoes, require a longer cook time than the same size of a
light, porous food, such as cake.
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Cooking Guidelines
Covering
Covering food helps retain moisture, shorten cook time and
reduce spattering. Use the lid supplied with cookware. If lid is not
available, wax paper, paper towels or plastic wrap approved for
microwaves may be used. Plastic wrap should be turned back at
1 corner to provide an opening to vent steam.
Stirring and Turning
Stirring and turning redistributes heat evenly to avoid
overcooking the outer edges of food. Stir from outside to center.
If possible, turn food over from bottom to top.
Arranging
If heating irregularly shaped or different sized foods, the thinner
parts and smaller sizes should be arranged toward the center. If
cooking several items of the same size and shape, place them in
a ring pattern, leaving the center of the ring empty.
Piercing
Before heating, use a fork or small knife to pierce or prick foods
that have a skin or membrane, such as potatoes, egg yolks,
chicken livers, hot dogs and sausage. Prick in several places to
allow steam to vent.
Shielding
Use small, flat pieces of aluminum foil to shield the thin pieces of
irregularly shaped foods, bones and foods such as chicken
wings, leg tips and fish tail. See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” first.
Standing Time
Food will continue to cook by the natural conduction of heat even
after the microwave cycle ends. The length of standing time
depends on the volume and density of the food.
Cookware and Dinnerware
Cookware and dinnerware must fit on the turntable. Always use
oven mitts or pot holders when handling because any dish may
become hot from heat transferred from the food. Do not use
cookware and dinnerware with gold or silver trim. Use the
following chart as a guide, then test before using.
To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for Microwave Use:
1. Put cookware or dinnerware in oven with 1 cup (250 mL) of
water beside it.
2. Cook at 100% cooking power for 1 minute.
Do not use cookware or dinnerware if it becomes hot and the
water stays cool.
Aluminum Foil and Metal
Always use oven mitts or pot holders when removing dishes from
the microwave oven.
Aluminum foil and some metal can be used in the oven. If not
used properly, arcing (a blue flash of light) can occur and cause
damage to the oven.
OK for Use
Racks and bakeware supplied with the oven, aluminum foil for
shielding, and approved meat thermometers may be used with
the following guidelines:
■Never allow aluminum foil or metal to touch the inside cavity
walls, ceiling or floor.
■Always use the turntable.
■Never allow contact with another metal object during
cooking.
Do Not Use
Metal cookware and bakeware, gold, silver, pewter, non-
approved meat thermometers, skewers, twist ties, foil liners such
as sandwich wrappers, staples and objects with gold or silver
trim or a metallic glaze should not be used in the oven.
MATERIAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Aluminum Foil,
Metal See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” section.
Browning Dish Bottom must be at least ³⁄₁₆ in. (5 mm)
above the turntable. Follow manufacturer’s
recommendations.
Ceramic Glass,
Glass Acceptable for use.
China,
Earthenware Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Melamine Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Paper Towels,
Dinnerware,
Napkins
Use non-recycled and those approved by
the manufacturer for microwave oven use.
Plastic Wraps,
Bags, Covers,
Dinnerware,
Containers
Use those approved by the manufacturer
for microwave oven use.
Pottery and Clay Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
Styrofoam®Do not use in oven.
Straw, Wicker,
Wooden
Containers
Do not use in oven.
Wax Paper Acceptable for use.
MATERIAL RECOMMENDATIONS
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Cooking Power
Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking
power to use by percent, name or number. For example,
70%=7=Medium-High.
Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested
cooking power of specific foods.
Cooking
To Use the Auto Cooking Functions:
When using preset cooking powers and cook times for selected
food types (Cereals, Eggs, Frozen Food, Vegetable, Grains, Meat,
Poultry and Fish), follow the “Cook” menus to select amounts
and begin the auto function. See “Display/Touch Screen” section
for sample programming.
To Cook Manually:
1. Touch COOK TIME/POWER.
2. Turn dial to desired cook time.
If using a cooking power other than 100%, touch “Power,”
then turn dial to desired cooking power.
3. Touch START.
When the cooking cycle ends, the “End” screen will appear in
the display, 4 end-of-cycle tones will sound, and then
reminder tones will sound every minute for 15 minutes.
4. Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to stop reminder
tones.
To Change Cook Time or Power During a Cooking Cycle:
Cook time and/or power may be changed after cooking begins
without interrupting cooking.
1. Touch “Time” or “Power.”
2. Turn dial to select new time or power.
3. Touch START.
Doneness
For many cooking functions, the screen displays a "Doneness"
bar which can be adjusted by touching “+” or “-” or turning the
dial. For most foods, the maximum and minimum doneness
settings add to, or subtract from normal cook time.
For Defrost, the controlled percentage depends on food type and
weight.
When doneness has been set for a specific food, the "Doneness"
bar remembers that setting, and will remain at that setting for all
future cooking cycles of that specific food, until it is reset.
Doneness control for Poultry, Pork, Fish and Hamburger can be
set for no less than the default doneness.
Prepare
For many cooking functions, the “Prepare” screen is available.
Touch “Prepare” for preparation instructions, as well as additional
information about the food item, cookware, etc.
PERCENT/
NAME NUMBER USE
100%, High
(default setting) 10 Quick heating convenience foods
and foods with high water
content, such as soups,
beverages and most vegetables.
90% 9 Cooking small tender pieces of
meat, ground meat and poultry
pieces.
Heating cream soups.
80% 8 Heating rice, pasta or casseroles.
Cooking and heating foods that
need a cook power lower than
high, such as meat loaf.
70%,
Medium-High 7 Reheating a single serving of food.
Cooking fish fillets.
60% 6 Cooking sensitive foods such as
cheese and egg dishes, pudding
and custards.
Cooking non-stirrable casseroles,
such as lasagna.
50%, Medium 5 Cooking ham, whole poultry,
whole fish and pot roasts.
Simmering stews.
40% 4 Heating bread, rolls and pastries.
30%, Medium-
Low, Defrost 3 Defrosting bread, fish, meats,
poultry and precooked foods.
20% 2 Melting chocolate, butter and
marshmallows.
Softening ice cream.
10%, Low 1 Taking chill out of fruit.
Softening butter and cheese.
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Pre-Set Cooking
Times and cooking power have been preset for many common
microwavable foods. Use the following chart as a guide.
*Sensor function.
** Use Skillette Pan.
To Use Pre-Set Cooking:
1. On the “Home” screen, touch “Cook.”
2. Touch desired food category or “More Choices.”
3. Follow the menu screens to select the specific food item and
quantity to be cooked.
The sensor will determine cook times for Fresh Vegetables,
Frozen Vegetables, Grains, Fish Fillets and Frozen Entrées.
Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching
“Doneness,” and then touching “+” or “-” or turning dial.
Preparation instructions can be viewed for the specific food
by touching “Prepare.”
4. Touch “Start” or the START pad.
The display will count down the cook time.
When the cycle ends, the “End” screen will appear in the
display, 4 end-of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
5. Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
Add One Minute
Cook time may be added in 1-minute increments, up to 90
minutes, by touching the Add One Minute pad. The Add One
Minute pad only works during manual cook functions.
Touching ADD ONE MINUTE during a manual cook cycle will add
1 minute of cook time at the current cook power.
Touching ADD ONE MINUTE when the oven is not in use, or after
a cook cycle has ended, will start the oven for 1 minute of cook
time at 100% cook power.
Popcorn
Popcorn is a sensor function. The sensor determines the
appropriate popping time of commercially packaged
microwavable popcorn.
■Remove cooking rack before use.
■Do not use regular paper bags or glass utensils.
■Pop only 1 package of popcorn at a time.
■Follow manufacturer’s instructions when using a microwave
popcorn popper.
■Listen for popping to slow to 1 pop every 1 to 2 seconds.
Do not repop unpopped kernels.
■Use fresh bags of popcorn for optimal results.
■Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content.
To Use Popcorn: Place popcorn bag on turntable. Touch
POPCORN. The oven starts the popping cycle automatically.
Cooking in Stages
The oven can be set to cook at different cooking powers for
various lengths of time, up to 4 stages. Stage cooking can only
be programmed in manual cook settings. Manual Defrost,
Custom Grill or Manual Skillette may be used as the first stage,
and then additional stages may be added as prompted.
■Oven cavity and door will become very hot during grill
element use. The use of oven mitts is recommended.
To Cook in Stages:
1. Touch COOK TIME/POWER.
2. Turn dial to enter cook time in minutes and seconds for first
stage.
3. Touch “Power,” then enter the power level from the Cooking
Power chart.
4. Touch “Add a Stage.”
Select what type of cooking will be done in the next stage by
touching “Microwaves,” “Grill,” “Combi” (uses both
microwaves and the grill element) or “Hold Warm.”
5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 to program each additional stage.
6. When the last stage is programmed, review the stages, edit
stages or touch “Start.”
If programming fewer than 4 stages, the control pad START
must be touched to begin cooking.
The cook time and power of the cycling stage may be changed
without interrupting cooking by touching “Adjust Stage,”
changing the cook time and/or power and then touching “Okay.”
CATEGORY FOOD
Cereal Instant (All Cereals), Oatmeal (Quick), *Grits
(Regular), *Grits (Quick), Hot Wheat
Eggs **Fried, **Omelet, Poached, Scrambled
Frozen Food *Entrées, *Entrées (Family Size), Casserole,
**Pizza (rising or thin crust), **Chicken Nuggets
Vegetable Canned,
*Fresh: Potato (Baked, Sweet), Corn-on-the-
Cob, Green Beans, Broccoli, Asparagus,
Carrots, Spinach, Squash (Summer, Zucchini),
Squash (Winter)
*Frozen
*Grains Rice: White (Long Grain, Short Grain,
Instant), Brown (Long Grain, Instant)
Pasta: Fresh (Tortellini, Linguine, Ravioli),
Dried (Spaghetti, Macaroni, Rotini, Penne,
Fettuccine)
Couscous, Grits (Regular), Grits (Quick)
Meat **Bacon, Ground, **Meat Balls, **Ham Slices,
**Sausages
Poultry Breast (Boneless - Poached), **Breast (Boneless
- Pan Brown), Pieces (Bone-in), **Chicken
Tenders, Ground
Fish *Fillet, **Steak, **Stick
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Reheating
Times and cooking power have been preset for reheating 8
specific foods, plus manual.
To Use:
1. On the “Home” screen, touch “Reheat.”
2. Touch desired food category or “More Choices.”
3. Follow the menu screens to select the specific food item and
quantity to be cooked.
The sensor will determine reheat times for Dinner Plate, Pizza
slices, Soups and Sauces.
Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching
“Doneness,” and then touching “+” or “-” or turning dial.
4. Touch “Start” or the START pad.
The display will count down the reheat time.
When the cycle ends, the “End” screen will appear in the
display, 4 end-of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
5. Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
Two or More Plates
Two 10¼ in. (26 cm) plates may be heated side-by-side, or one
dish larger than the turntable, plus 2 plates on the cooking rack.
For best results, halfway through heating, turn the plates (or
larger dish) halfway around, and switch plates between top and
bottom (if heating more than 2 plates). See “Cooking Rack”
section.
The turntable must be turned off while heating 2 bottom plates or
one larger dish. See “Turntable” section.
ULTRA DEFROST™
The ULTRA DEFROST™ feature has 4 categories: Meat, Poultry,
Fish and Bread. It should not be used for food left outside the
freezer more than 20 minutes and frozen ready-made food. The
microwave oven can also be manually set to defrost.
■Food should be 0ºF (-18ºC) or colder at defrosting for optimal
results. How foods are stored can affect results.
■Unwrap foods and remove lids (from fruit juice) before
defrosting.
■Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than deep blocks.
■Separate food pieces as soon as possible during, or at the
end of the cycle for more even defrosting.
■Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such
as chicken wings, leg tips and fish tails. See “Aluminum Foil
and Metal” section first.
To Use ULTRA DEFROST™:
1. Place food on turntable.
2. On the “Home” screen, touch “Ultra Defrost.”
3. Select food type.
4. Turn dial to enter weight.
Meats and Poultry can be set from .1 to 6.5 lb (45 g to 3 kg).
Fish can be set from .1 to 4.5 lb (45 g to 2 kg). Bread can be
set from .1 to 2.0 lb (45 to 907 g)
If weight is not known, touch “Weight Unknown?” and follow
the menu to determine approximate amount.
Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching
“Doneness,” and then touching “+” or “-” or turning dial.
5. Touch “Start” or START pad.
The display will count down the defrost time.
When the cycle ends, the “End” screen will appear in the
display, 4 end-of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
6. Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
To Use Manual Defrost:
1. On “Home” screen, touch “Ultra Defrost.”
2. Touch “Manual.”
3. Turn dial to enter defrost time.
4. Touch START.
The display will count down the defrost time.
When the cycle ends, the “End” screen will appear in the
display, 4 end-of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
5. Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
Manual Defrost may be used as the first stage in stage cooking.
See “Cooking in Stages” seciton.
FOOD TO BE REHEATED
Dinner Plates: *1 plate of food, 2-4 plates of food
Beverage: 1 or 2 cups (250 or 500 mL)
Casserole: 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)
*Pizza: 1-3 slices
Muffin: Fresh or Frozen, 1-6 muffins
Roll: Fresh or Frozen, 1-6 rolls
*Sauce: Thin or Thick, 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)
Soup: *Thin, *Thick or Frozen, 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)
* Sensor function.
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Baked Goods
The oven has a baking function which uses the grill element in
conjunction with the Skillette Pan and microwaves. Times and
cooking powers have been programmed for 5 baked goods
settings.
■The oven cavity and door will become very hot during grill
element use. The use of oven mitts is recommended.
■The Skillette Pan will become very hot. Use oven mitts or
handle to remove pan from oven.
■Always use the Skillette Pan to cook baked goods.
■Place Skillette Pan directly on turntable. Never place Skillette
Pan on cooking rack.
To Use Baked Goods:
Some foods require preheating of the Skillette Pan before food is
placed in the pan. See Baked Goods chart.
1. Place food in Skillette Pan (unless preheating is required),
then place pan on turntable.
2. On “Home” screen, touch “More Choices.”
3. Touch “Baked Goods.”
4. Select food item to be baked.
5. Turn dial to select amount to be baked.
Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching
“Doneness,” and then touching “+” or “-” or turning dial.
Preparation instructions can be viewed for the specific food
by touching “Prepare.”
6. Touch “Start” or START pad.
If preheating is required for the food, “Preheating Pan” will
appear on the display. When Skillette Pan is preheated, 2
short tones will sound, and “Place food in pan.” will appear
on the display. Open door, place food in Skillette Pan, close
door and touch “Continue.”
If preheating is not required, the food will start cooking.
The display will count down the bake time.
When the cycle ends, the “End” screen will appear in the
display, 4 end-of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
7. Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
Grill
The Grill function uses a 1,500-watt halogen and quartz element
that heats quickly to grill a variety of foods.
■Oven cavity and door will become very hot during grill
element use. The use of oven mitts is recommended.
■The Grill Rack and Skillette Pan will become hot. Use oven
mitts to grasp Skillette Pan for removal.
■Use the Grill Rack to place food closer to the Grill element for
faster grilling.
■Remove cooking rack. Do not use the cooking rack to grill
food.
■The turntable must be turned on when using the Grill Rack.
■Use the Skillette Pan to catch drippings. Never place the
Skillette Pan on the Grill Rack or the cooking rack.
■Place Grill Rack securely on Skillette Pan, and place both on
the turntable. Then position food on rack.
■For best results, apply light amount of cooking oil to Grill
Rack.
■While the Grill function is in use, the fan operates at a low
speed automatically until the cycle is over.
To Grill:
Before using, remove rectangular cooking rack from oven.
1. Place Grill Rack securely on Skillette Pan, and place both on
the turntable. Then position food on rack.
2. On “Home” screen, touch “Grill.”
3. Select food item to be grilled or touch “Custom” (on “More
Choices” screen) if grilling a food not on the menu. See
“Custom Grill Chart.”
Microwaves may be added to the custom grilling cycle.
BAKED GOODS
Brownies: One 13'' × 9'' (33 × 23 cm) package
Cookies: 4, 6 or 8 cookies
Muffins: 4, 6 or 8 muffins
*Biscuits: Regular (5 or 10 biscuits) or Large (5 or 8 biscuits)
*Rolls: Regular (4 or 8 rolls) or Large (5 or 6 rolls)
* Requires preheating of Skillette Pan. 1. Grill Rack
2. Skillette Pan
3. Turntable
(under Skillette Pan)
FOOD TO BE GRILLED
Chicken Pieces, Bone-in: 1 or 2 pieces
Fish Steak: 1 or 2 steaks
Hamburger Patties: 2-4 patties
Steak: 1 steak, ½'' (13 mm) thick
Chops: 1 or 2 chops
Shrimp: 5-8 oz (142-227 g)
Vegetable: Mushroom (1-3 servings); Onions (1 or 2 servings);
Peppers (1 or 2 servings); Summer Squash (1 or 2 servings);
Tomatoes (2 or 4 halves)
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4. Turn the dial to select amount.
Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching
“Doneness,” and then touching “+” or “-” or turning dial.
Preparation instructions can be viewed for the specific food
by touching “Prepare.”
5. Touch “Start” or START pad.
The display will count down the grill time.
When the cycle ends, the “End” screen will appear in the
display, 4 end-of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
6. Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
Custom Grill may be used as the first stage in stage cooking. See
“Cooking in Stages” section.
After Grilling
The food, Grill Rack, Skillette Pan and oven cavity and door will
be very hot. Using oven mitts, grasp the Skillette Pan securely
with both hands and remove it with Grill Rack and food in place.
Use the detachable handle when handling the hot Skillette Pan.
Use oven mitts when handling the hot Grill Rack.
Custom Grill Chart
Use the following chart as a guide when custom grilling.
Sure Simmer
The Sure Simmer feature has programs for rice and pasta. It can
also be used for foods such as soups, casseroles, stews and
other liquid food. Sure Simmer is a sensor function.
■Cover dish with its lid, not plastic wrap.
■Do not remove lid or covering while container is in oven. The
large amount of steam released will disrupt sensor settings.
To Use Sure Simmer:
1. On “Home” screen, touch “More Choices.”
2. Touch “Sure Simmer.”
3. Select food to be simmered.
4. Turn dial to select amount.
Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching
“Doneness,” and then touching “+” or “-” or turning dial.
Preparation instructions can be viewed for the specific food
by touching “Prepare.”
5. Touch “Start” or START pad.
“Boiling Water” will appear on the display for pasta, or
“Cooking” will appear on the display for rice.
If simmering pasta, when water begins to boil, 2 short tones
will sound, and “Add food.” will appear on the display. Open
door, remove container, add food to boiling water, replace
container in oven, close door and touch “Continue.” The
display will count down the simmer time.
If simmering rice, when water begins to boil, the display will
count down the simmer time.
When the cycle ends, the “End” screen will appear in the
display, 4 end-of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
6. Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
To Use Manual Simmer:
1. On “Home” screen, touch “More Choices.”
2. Touch “Sure Simmer.”
3. Touch “Manual Simmer.”
4. Turn dial to set simmer time.
See “Manual Simmer Chart” for instructions.
5. Touch “Start” or START pad.
“Boiling” will appear on the display. When water begins to
boil, the display will count down the simmer time.
When the cycle ends, the “End” screen will appear in the
display, 4 end-of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
6. Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
Manual Simmer Chart
Use the following chart as a guide when using the “Manual
Simmer” function.
FUNCTION FOOD
Grill only ½'' (13 mm) steaks, medium
doneness
Grill + microwaves, 10% ½'' (13 mm) steaks, medium-well,
and boneless chops, shrimp
Grill + microwaves, 20% vegetables, hot dogs, pre-cooked
sausage
Grill + microwaves, 30% hamburger patties, raw sausage,
bone-in chicken pieces and chops
Grill + microwaves, 40% 1'' (25 mm) steaks, well-done
FOOD TO BE SIMMERED
White Rice: Long grain, Short grain or Instant
Brown Rice: Long grain or Instant
Fresh Pasta: Tortellini, Linguine or Ravioli
Dried Pasta: Spaghetti, Macaroni, Rotini, Penne or Fettuccine
FOOD INSTRUCTIONS
*Pasta Add 1 tbsp (15 mL) oil to water. Place the dish
containing water in microwave oven. There is no
need to enter a simmer time. The water will heat
to a boil and then the oven will turn off. Place the
pasta in the water and cover the dish. Repeat
steps 1-3 under “To Use Manual Simmer,” then
turn dial to set simmer time.
Rice and
Vegetables Place water and food in dish. Use ¼-½ cup (60-
125 mL) water with vegetables. Place dish in
microwave oven. Turn dial to set simmer time.
Soup and
liquid foods Place food in dish and place dish in microwave
oven. Turn dial to set simmer time.
* Use a dish large enough to completely cover food with water.
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Skillette Feature
The Skillette feature uses the Skillette Pan to brown, crisp, and
pan-fry foods in the oven. The Skillette Pan reaches its optimal
cooking temperature in approximately 3 minutes. Use the pan as
quickly as possible after it is heated for best results.
While microwaves heat food from above, they also heat the
Skillette Pan very quickly from below to brown and crisp the
food.
■Oven cavity and door will become very hot during grill
element use. The use of oven mitts is recommended.
■The Skillette Pan will become very hot. Use the handle to
grasp and remove the pan from the oven.
■Do not use plastic utensils on the pan, as it becomes very hot
quickly and could melt the utensils.
■Do not use metal utensils, as they can scratch the pan.
■Do not use the pan in any other microwave oven or in a
thermal oven.
■Do not place the pan on the cooking rack or Grill Rack.
Always use the turntable as a support for the pan.
■For best results, coat Skillette Pan lightly with cooking oil to
make removing food and cleaning easier.
Skillette Cooking Chart
Use the following chart as a guide when using the Skillette
function.
* Requires preheating of Skillette Pan.
† Requires turning or stirring of food.
To Use:
Some foods require preheating of the Skillette Pan before food is
placed in the pan. See Skillette Cooking Chart.
1. Place Skillette Pan on turntable. If preheating is not required,
place food in pan.
2. On “Home” screen, touch “More Choices.”
3. Touch “Skillette.”
4. Select food or touch “Manual” for foods not on the menu.
5. Turn dial to select amount.
Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching
“Doneness,” and then touching “+” or “-” or turning dial.
Preparation instructions can be viewed for some specific
foods by touching “Prepare.”
6. Touch “Start” or START pad.
If preheating is required for the food, “Preheating Pan” will
appear on the display. When Skillette Pan is preheated, 2
short tones will sound, and “Place food in pan.” will appear
on the display. Open door, place food in Skillette Pan, close
door and touch “Continue.”
If preheating is not required, the food will start cooking.
The display will count down the cooking time.
When the cycle ends, the “End” screen will appear in the
display, 4 end-of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
7. Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
Soften & Melt
The oven uses low power to soften and melt certain foods.
Soften butter and cream cheese so they will be ready to use in a
recipe. Ice cream will be softened enough to make scooping
easier. Melt items such as butter, chocolate and marshmallows
with minimal spatter. Use the following chart as a guide.
To Soften or Melt:
1. Place container of food on turntable.
2. On “Home” screen, touch “Soften & Melt.”
3. Select food item to be softened or melted.
4. Turn dial to select amount.
Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching
“Doneness,” and then touching “+” or “-” or turning dial.
Preparation instructions can be viewed for the specific food
by touching “Prepare.”
5. Touch “Start” or START pad.
The display will count down the Soften or Melt time.
When the cycle ends, the “End” screen will appear in the
display, 4 end-of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
When melting, foods may not be completely melted when the
program ends, but stirring the food will complete the melting.
6. Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
FOOD
*† Chicken Nuggets: 4-16 frozen pieces
*† French Fries: 1-3 servings
*Pizza: 6-12'' (15.24-30.48 cm) pizza
*† Potato Nuggets: 1-4 servings
*† Bacon: 2-4 slices
*† Fried Eggs: 1-4 eggs
† Hash Browns: 1-4 frozen patties
*Omelet: 2-4 eggs
FOOD TO BE SOFTENED FOOD TO BE MELTED
Butter: 1, 2 or 3 sticks Butter: 1, 2 or 3 sticks
Cream cheese: 3 or 8 oz
(85 or 227 g) Cheese: 8 or 16 oz
(227 or 545 g)
Ice cream: 16, 32 or 64 oz
(500 mL, 1 L or 2 L) Chocolate: 4 or 8 oz
(113 or 227 g)
Frozen Juice: 6, 12 or 16 oz
(177, 355 or 500 mL) Marshmallows: 5 or 10 oz
(142 or 283 g)
Caramel dip: 18 oz
(532 mL) Caramels: 7 or 14 oz
(198 or 397 g)
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Hold Warm
Hot cooked food can be kept warm in the oven. Warm Hold can
be used by itself or can be programmed to follow a cooking
cycle.
To Use:
Put hot cooked food in the oven. Cover plates of food and foods
that were cooked covered. Pastries, pies, turnovers, etc. should
remain uncovered.
1. On the “Home” screen, touch “More Choices.”
2. Touch “Hold Warm.”
3. Adjust time, if desired, and then touch “Start.”
The display will show “Hold Warm.”
When the cycle ends, the “End” screen will appear in the
display, 4 end-of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
4. Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display
and/or stop reminder tones.
To Set at end of cycle: Follow instructions in “Cooking in
Stages,” and set the last stage as the Hold Warm stage.
MICROWAVE OVEN
CARE
General Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and
the oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning
products.
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless
otherwise noted.
GREASE FILTERS
Do not operate the microwave oven without the grease filters in
place.
Soak grease filters in hot water and mild detergent. Scrub and
swish to remove embedded dirt. Rinse well and shake dry.
■Do not use ammonia or oven cleaner.
■Do not place in dishwasher.
OVEN CAVITY
The gray finish inside the oven cavity is a special easy-to-clean
and durable coating that makes soils easier to remove.
Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-
wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Damage may
occur.
The area where the oven door and frame touch when closed
should be kept clean.
Average soil
■Mild, non-abrasive soaps and detergents:
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
Heavy soil
■Mild, non-abrasive soaps and detergents:
Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water for 2 to 5 minutes in oven.
Steam will soften soil. Rinse with clean water and dry with
soft, lint-free cloth.
Odors
■Lemon juice or vinegar:
Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water with 1 tbsp. (15 mL) of either
lemon juice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in oven.
OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR
■Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic
scrubbing pad:
Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on
panel.
TURNTABLE
Do not operate the microwave oven without the turntable in
place.
■Mild cleanser and scouring pad
■Dishwasher
SKILLETTE PAN
Do not use abrasive cleansers or scrubbers.
■Mild cleanser, water and washcloth
■Do not place in dishwasher.
COOKING and GRILL RACKS
Do not use abrasive cleansers or scrubbers.
■Mild cleanser, water and washcloth
■Do not place in dishwasher.
WARNING
Food Poisoning Hazard
Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour
before or after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or
sickness.
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Replacing Filters
The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a
month. Do not operate the oven without the grease filters in
place. The 3M FILTRETE™ charcoal odor filter cannot be cleaned
and should be replaced every 6 to 12 months, or as prompted by
oven. To order replacement filters, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. See
“Replacement Parts” section for part numbers.
3M FILTRETE™ CHARCOAL ODOR FILTER
This filter works with the exhast fan to eliminate cooking odors.
Depending on the fan speed used, the life of the filter ranges from
50 hours to 100 hours.
The Odor Filter Status screen, available through the Options
menu (see “Options” section), shows the percentage of the filter
usage, from 0% (new) to 100% (needs changing). When the
usage reaches between 90-95%, and the fan button is pressed,
the Order Filter screen appears on the display with ordering
information and changing instructions.
To Remove and Replace:
1. Open oven door.
2. Tilt vent grille forward and lift out to remove.
3. Lift filter up, then pull it out of the slot.
4. Replace the 3M FILTRETE™ charcoal odor filter by
positioning the new filter in the slot. “This side out” printed on
the edge of the filter should be facing out. Then replace the
vent grille by aligning the bottom tabs and snapping it back
into place.
GREASE FILTERS
To Remove and Replace Grease Filters:
1. Unplug oven or disconnect power.
2. Remove each of the grease filters by pushing the back of the
filter up, grasping the tab, and sliding the filter to the back.
Pull tab down until the filter drops out.
3. Replace grease filters by inserting the end without the tab
into the frame. Swing other end up and slide into position.
4. Plug in oven or reconnect power.
Replacing Cooktop Light
The cooktop light is a 10W low-voltage halogen capsule bulb. To
order replacement parts, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. See
“Replacement Parts” section for part number.
To Replace:
1. Unplug oven or disconnect power.
2. Remove bulb cover mounting screw, and carefully remove
cover.
3. Remove the burned-out bulb.
4. Replace bulb, using a tissue to handle the bulb, or wearing
cotton gloves. Do not touch bulb with bare fingers.
5. Replace bulb cover and mounting screw.
6. Plug in oven or reconnect power.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before removing filters.
Replace all panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
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Replacing Oven Light
The oven light is a 10W low-voltage halogen capsule bulb. It will
automatically come on when the door is opened and when the
oven is operating. To order replacement parts, call
1-800-4-MY-HOME®. See “Replacement Parts” section for part
number.
To Replace:
1. Unplug or disconnect power.
2. Pull the vent grille out.
3. Open oven door.
4. Remove 3M FILTRETE™ charcoal odor filter. (See “Replacing
Filters” section.)
5. Lift up the bulb cover.
1. Bulb cover
6. Remove the burned-out bulb by squeezing the wire clip
together, pulling to the right and lifting.
7. Replace bulb, using tissue to handle bulb, or wearing cotton
gloves. Do not touch bulb with bare fingers.
8. Close bulb cover.
9. Replace charcoal odor filter.
10. Slide the top of the vent grille into place. Push the bottom
until it snaps into place.
11. Plug in oven or reconnect power.
Replacement Parts
Replacement parts can be ordered by calling
1-800-4-MY-HOME®, and referencing these part numbers:
1
Glass Turntable
Part No. 4393799 Grill Rack
Part No. 8184862
Turntable Support
Part No. 8184102 Grease Filters
Part No. 8184001
Turntable Rollers
Part No. 4393861 3M FILTRETE™ Charcoal/Odor Filter
Part No. 8184019
Turntable Hub
Part No. 8183949 Skillette Pan
Part No. 8184863
Cooking Rack
Part No. 8184865 Handle (for Skillette Pan)
Part No. 8169741
Cooktop and Oven Halogen Capsule Bulb
Part No. 8184302
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the
cost of an unnecessary service call.
Nothing will operate
■Has a household fuse been blown or has the circuit
breaker been tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit.
■Is the appliance wired properly? See Installation
Instructions provided with your oven.
Oven will not operate
■Is the door completely closed? Firmly close door.
■Is the electronic oven control set correctly? See
“Microwave Oven Control” section.
■Is the Child Lock set? See “Child Lock” section.
■Is the Learning Mode activated? See “Learning Mode”
seciton.
■Is the magnetron working properly? Try to heat 1 cup (250
mL) of cold water for 2 minutes at 100% cooking power. If
water does not heat, contact a Sears trained repair specialist.
See back cover.
Touch screen does not take command, or takes wrong
command
■Try using fingertip or fingernail. See “Display/Touch Screen”
section.
Oven door looks wavy
■This is normal and will not affect performance.
Turntable will not operate
■Is the turntable properly in place? Make sure turntable is
correct-side up and is sitting securely on the turntable
support. See “Turntable” section.
■Is the turntable support operating properly? Remove
turntable. Remove and replace turntable support. Replace
turntable. Put in 1 cup (250 mL) of water, then restart oven. If
still not working, contact a Sears trained repair specialist. See
back cover. Do not operate the oven without turntable and
turntable support working properly.
Turntable rotates in both directions
■This is normal and depends on motor rotation at beginning of
cycle.
Display shows messages
■Is the display showing an “Oven Status” screen, with a
letter/number code and instruction to inform Sears? The
oven has detected an internal problem. It has run a self-
checking program and displayed the error. Contact a Sears
trained repair specialist. See back cover.
Display shows time countdown, but oven is not
operating
■Is the Kitchen Timer in use? See “Kitchen Timer” section.
■Is the Learning Mode in use? See “Learning Mode” section.
Tones are not sounding
■Are tones turned off? See “Tones” section.
Steam is coming from the vent grille
■Some steam is normal.
Fan running slower than usual
■Has the oven been stored in a cold area? The fan will run
slower until the oven warms up to normal room temperature.
Cooking times seem too long
■Is the cooking power set properly? See “Cooking Power”
section.
■Are large amounts of food being heated? Larger amounts
of food need longer cooking times.
■Is the incoming voltage less than specified in the
“Microwave Oven Safety” section? Have a qualified
electrician check the electrical system in the home.
Radio or TV Interference
■Is the microwave oven plugged into the same outlet? Try a
different outlet.
■Is the radio or TV receiver near the microwave oven?
Move the receiver away from the microwave oven, or adjust
the radio or TV antenna.
■Are the microwave oven door and sealing surfaces clean?
Make sure these areas are clean.
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