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Model MWIOOOXS ;, Freezers. Refrigerator-Freezers. Ice Makers. Dishwashers, Built-In Ovens and Surface Units. Ranges. Mlctowave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room AM Condllloners. Oehumldl Contents Parts and Features. Before You Install Your Microwave Oven. Before You Use Your Microwave Oven. Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy Important SafetY Instructions. Using Your Microwave Oven Microwave Oven Control Cooking in Your Microwave Oven ~IYUU Paae -2 3 3 3 4 5 5 5 wnrnpoor Page 6 Setting the Timer . 7 Installation Instructions . . 8 Grounding Instructions .. Custom Mounting Your Microwave 9 Oven .. .... . 9 Caring for Your Microwave Oven .. 9 Cleaning the Microwave Oven . 10 Operating Safety Precautions 12 If You Need Service or Assistance.. 16 Microwave Oven Warranty . r;orporarron Parts and features M ode1 CONTROL PANEL / / VENTS (Not Shown) MICRO MENU VENTS (Not Shown) DOOR LATCHES PUSH BUTTON DOOR RELEASE Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. Please complete and mall the Owner Reglstration Card provided with this product. Then complete the form below. Have this information ready if you need service or call with a question. l l Copy Model and Serial Numbers from plate (behind the microwave oven door on the oven frame] and the purchase date from the sales slip. Keep this book and your sales slip together in a handy place. Model Number Serial Number Purchase Dote Service Company 2 Phone Number Fill out and return the “Microwave Registration Card” included with your oven. If the card is missing, please send the model number and serial number of your microwave oven with your name and address to... Whirlpool Corporation Microwave Registration Department Administrative Center 2000 M-63 Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 This information microwave oven. will help us reach you if there is ever a need to pass along information about your Before you install your microwave oven Read this “Use & Care Guide” carefully for important use and safety information. Store in a convenient place for future use. It is your personal responsibility and obligations to be sure your microwave oven: l Has been installed where it is protected from the weather. The microwave oven should be at a temperature above 50°F IlOW for Drover operation. l Has been installed on a surface strong enbugh-to support its-weight. l Has been properly connected to electrical supply and grounded. (See “Installation Instructions:‘) l Is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly. l Is properly maintained. l Is used only for jobs expected of a home microwave oven. PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAW ENERGY... DO NOT attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. DO NOT place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces. 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. DO NOT operate the microwave oven if the door window is broken. The microwave oven should be checked for microwave leakage by qualified service personnel after a repair is made. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. DO NOT operate the microwave oven with the outer cabinet removed. IMPORTANT SAFFTY INSTRUCTIONS Microwave ovens have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as with any appliance, there are special installation and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation and prevent damage to the unit. 1. Read all appliance. instructions before using 12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water for electric shock may result, 2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 3. 3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 8. 4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided “INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 7. 5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers - for example, closed glass jars - may explode and should not be heated in this oven. 6. Use this appliance use as described only for its intended in this manual. 7. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children. 8. Do not damaged properly, dropped. ards may operate this appliance if it has a cord or plug, if it is not working or if it has been damaged or Electric shock, fire or other hazresult. 9. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Call a Whirlpool authorized TECH-CARE@ Service Company for examination, repair or adjustment. IO. Do not cover or block any opening ihe appliance, for fire may result. II. Do not use outdoors for damage 3ven or electric shock may result. on 13. Keep cord away from heated for electric shock may result. 14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter for electric shock may result. 15. See door surface cleaning on page instructions 9. 16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastics, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. Paper can char or burn, and some plastics can melt if used when heating foods. b. Test dinnerware or cookware before using. See page 12. Some dishes (melamine, Centura, etc.) absorb microwave energy becoming too hot to handle and slowing cooking times. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven. Cooking in metal containers can damage the oven. So can containers with hidden metal (twist-ties, foil lining, staples, metallic glaze or trim). c. 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. 17. Read and follow “OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” starting on page 10. to the SAVE: TIiESE surfaces INSTRUCTIONS Using your microwave oven Microwave oven control The control section consists of a Timer and a Micro Menu. The Timer is the only oven control. Use of the Timer will be covered on the following pages. Read them carefully. The Timer The timer can be set for up to 15 minutes. This controls how long the mlcrowave oven cooks. Cooking in your microwave oven Be sure to read the MICRO MENUS@ Cooking Guide packed It contains information about: l What is microwave energy? . How food is cooked by microwave energy. 9 What affects cooking speed and cooking evenness. 9 Safety tips. l Utensils to use when cooking in a microwave oven. 9 Cooking times for different foods. The MICRO MENUS@ Cooking Guide with the microwave will help you get the BESTCOOKING oven. RESULTS. Important things to remember to get the best cooking results. ALWAYS cook food for the minimum recommended cooking time. If necessary, add time in one or two minute periods, then check for doneness to avoid overcooking the food. l Stir, turn or rearrange the food being cooked about halfway through the cooking time for most even doneness with all recipes. l If a glass cover is not available, use waxpaper, paper towels or a microwave approved plastic wrap. Turn back corner to vent steam during cooking. l When using microwave recipes from cookbooks or sources other than the MICRO MENUS@ Cooking Guide, slightly longer cooking times will be needed. For example, add 1 to 2 minutes to a 5 minute cooking time. l Setting the timer Be sure you understand the basics of microwave oven cooking before you start. Start with recipes from your MICRO MENUS@ Cooking Guide Follow the directions carefully. DO THIS... 1. Open the oven door by pressing the DOOR OPEN Button on the bottom of the control panel. 4. Close the door. The oven will start cooking. You will hear a fan running during oven operation. 2. Put food in the oven. DO NOT CLOSE THE DOOR. Timer Knob counterclockwise to “0:’ OR 6 time by turning the Timer Knob clockwise. To reduce the cooking time, turn the Timer Knob counterclockwise. To set timer for less than 1 mlnute, turn tlmer past 1 mlnute then to desired the. 5. When the set time is up, the oven will shut off automatically. The fan will stop running. Defrosting in your microwave oven TOstop the Bven 1. Turn the 3. Set the cooking 2. Open the oven door. Opening the oven door stops the oven so you can stir, turn, rearrange or add ingredients to the food. Close the oven door to complete cooking. If you remove the food, set the timer to “0” before closing the oven door so it will not operate. Refer to your MICRO MENUS@ CookIng Guide for special instructions for defrosting different types of meat. Installation instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN, READ THE FOLLOWING Installing INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY. your microwave oven 1. Empty the microwave oven and clean inside it with a soft, damp cloth. Check for damage such as misaligned door. Damage around the door or dents Inside the oven or on the exterior. If there Is any damage, do not operate the unit until it has been checked by an authorized Whirlpool service technician and any repairs made. 2. Put the oven on a cart, counter, table or shelf that is strong enough to hold the oven and the food and utensils you put in it. (The control side of the unlt Is the heavy side. Use care when handling.) The weight of the oven is approximately 34 Ibs. (15.3 kg.]. 3. Do not block the vent or ah Intake openIngs on lhe rear of the oven. Blocking vent or air intake openlngs can cause damage to the oven and poor cooking results. Make sure the microwave oven legs are in place to ensure proper air flow. 4. Do not Install the any part of lt Is flush or cabinet. Leave a 5 in. (12.7 cm) around operation. mlcrowave oven so that with a wall, shelf total clearance of at least the oven for proper Do not Install the oven next to or over a conventlonal surface unit or in any area where excessive heat and steam are generated. Thls could damage the mlcrowave oven. 7 5. Electrical requirements Observe all governlng codes and ordinances. A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 amp fused electrical supply is required. (Time-delay fuse is recommended.] It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. 6.GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 7. For your personal safety, this appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire forthe electric current. This appliance is equipped with a polarized 3-prong grounding plug. It must be plugged into a correctly polarized mating 3prong grounding type wall receptacle, properly installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. If a mating wall receptacle is not available or if you are not sure if the 3-PRONG GROUNDING TYPE WALL RECEPTACLE .UG POWER SUPPLY CORD 73I 8. To test the oven, plug it into the proper electrical outlet. Put about one cup (250mL) of cold water in a glass container in the oven. Close the door. Make sure it latches. Follow the directions on page 6 to set the oven to COOK for 2 minutes. When the time is up, the water should be heated. wall receptacle is properly grounded and polarized, have it checked by a qualified electrician. It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have a properly grounded and correctly polarized J-prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician. Consult a qualified electrician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. It Is NOT recommended to use an extension cord wlth your microwave oven, but if you Hnd lt necessary to do so temporarily (unttl a properly grounded and polarized 3-prong receptacle Is Installed), use only a heavy duty UL listed 3 wire groundtng type extenslon cord contalnlng three 16 gauge (mlnlmum),copper wires. It must not be longer than 10 feet (cords longer than10 feet may affect the cooking performance of your microwave oven]. The plug on the extension cord must fit into a 3-prong grounding type wall receptacle (as shown on this page] and the receptacle end of the extension cord must accept the 3-prong grounding plug of the microwave oven. 9. This microwave oven is designed for use in the household only and must not be used for commercial purposes. DO NOT remove the door, control panel, or cabinet at any time. The unit is equipped with high voltage and should not be serviced unless by an authorized Whirlpool trained service technician. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Custom mounting your microwave oven Your microwave oven is not limited to carts, counters or tables. Custom Installations are made easy with kits available from your dealer. 1. Attach the microwave oven to the wall. 4158002 Wall Mounting Kit 2. Attach the microwave oven directly to the underside of a cabinet. 4158231 Under-the-Cabinet Mounting Kit Do not Install the oven next to or over a conventlonal surface unlt or In any area where excessive heat and steam are genemted. Thls could damage the mlcrowave oven. Caring for your microwave oven Cleaning the microwave oven Wipe otten with warm sudsy water and a soft cloth or sponge. For stubborn soil, boil a cup of water in the oven for 2 or 3 minutes. Steam will soften the soil. Be sure to keep the areas clean where the door and oven frame touch when closed. Use only mfld, nonabraslve soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth when cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together. Rinse well. CAUTION: Abmslve cleansers, steel wool pads, gritty wash clothes, etc., can damage the control panel, and the lnterlor and exterior oven surfaces. Use a soft cloth or a sponge wtth a mlld detergent or spmy glass cleaner. 1 Operating safety precautions ALWAYS NEVER COOK OR REHEATA WHOLE EGG. use care when heating liquids or adding ingredients to heated liquids. Liquids heated in certain shaped containers may become overheated. The liquid may splash out with a loud noise during or after heating or when adding ingredients (instant coffee, etc.]. This can harm the oven and the hot liquid could burn you. Do not use such containers to heat liquids again. Steam build-up in whole eggs may cause them to burst and burn you, and possibly damage the oven. Slice hard boiled eggs before heating. In rare instances, poached eggs have been known to explode. Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cutting into them. NEVER lean on the-door or allow a child to swing on it when the door is open. Injury could result. DO NOT.can foods in the oven. Closed glass jars may explode resulting in damage to the oven or possible personal injury 1 1 / , USE HOT PADS. Microwave energy does not heat containers, but the hot food does. You could get burned. 10 I DO NOT heat, store or use flammable, inflammable or corrosive materials in or near the oven. DC NOT use the oven to sterilize objects (baby bottles, etc.). It is difficult to maintain the high temperature required for safe sterilization. CAUTION: to prevent DO NOT use the oven until you have read and understood damage to the oven. DO NOT use the oven for storage. Do not leave paper products, book or cooking utensils in the oven when not in use. Fire may result if someone accidentally starts the oven. Don’t let anything top of the oven. Starting a microwave oven when its empty is not recommended. If you experiment, put a container of water in the oven. touch the STIRRER ALL precautions DO NOT OVERCOOK POTATOES. Fire could result. At the end of the recommended cooking time they should be slightly firm. Wrap in foil and set aside for 5 minutes. They will finish cooking while standing. COVER - 41 If a fire should start in the oven cavity: l keep door closed l turn oven off l disconnect the power supply at the cord, fuse or circuit breaker. NEVER remove the stirrer cover. The plastic cover protects the microwave stirrer blade from soil or bending. , DO NOT pop popcorn, except in a microwaveapproved popcorn popper or commercial package designed especially for microwave ovens. Results are the manufacturers responsibility NEVER try to pop corn in a paper bag. Overcooking may result in smoke and fire. : i IL t DO NOT mount this oven over a cooktop or range. Damage to the oven may result. - DO NOT use newspaper or other printed paper in the oven. Fire could result. DO NOT try to melt paraffin wax in the oven. Fire or other hazards may result. DO NOT dry flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, paper, gourds or clothes in the oven. Fire or other hazards may result. continued on next page 11 General Information If your electric power line or outlet voltage is less than normal 120 volts, cooking times may be longer. To test a dish for safe use, put it into the oven with a cup of water beslde lt. Cook on high Cook Power for one minute. If the dlsh gets hot and water stays cool, do not use lt. If time is left on the timer when you remove food from the oven, turn the timer to “OFF” before closing the door. This prevents the oven from operating. If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: 1. Before caEng for assistance... If the fan seems to be running than usual: Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any klnd. If nothlng operates: Is the oven correctly plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? (See page 8.) l Have you checked your home’s main fuses or circuit breaker box? l Have you checked the electric company for a power failure? If the mlcrowave oven will not run: l Is the timer set? l Is the door firmly closed and latched? l Did you follow the directions exactly? If mlcrowave cooklng times seem too long: l Is the electric supply to your home low or lower than normal? Your electric company can tell you If the line voltage is low. l If the mlcrowave cooklng times seem too long: l Is the electric supply to your home or wall outlets low or lower than normal? Your electric company can tell you if the line voltage is low. Your electrician or service technician can tell you if the outlet voltage is low. l Are you allowing more time when more than one food Item? 12 cooking l slower Has the oven been stored in a cold area? The fan will run slower until the oven warms up to normal room temperature. 2. If you need assistance%. Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ servtce asslstance telephone number. Dial free from anywhere In the U.S.: l-800-253-1301 and talk with one of ourtrained Consultants. The Consultants can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. 3. 4. If you have a problem*... If you need service:.. Whirlpool has a netnationwide work of franchised - FRANCHISED SERVICE 1 product warranty and provide afterwarranty service, anywhere in the United States. To locate TECH-CARE service in your area, call our COOL-LINE service assistance telephone number [see Step 2) or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under: ELECTRlCAL APPLIANCESMAJOR-REPAIRING 8 PARTS APPLIANCES-HOUSEHOLDMAJOR-SERVICE (L REPAIR OR WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISEDTECH-CARESERVICE WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISEDTECHKARESERVICE SERVICE XYZSERVICECO 123 MAPLE SERVICE XYLSERVICECO 123MAPLE COtiPA.WES 999~9999 OR WASHING MACHINES, DRYERS & IRONERS-SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISEDTECH-CARESERVICE SERVICE XYLSERVICECO 123MAPLE COMPANIES 999-9999 COMPANIES 999 9999 Call our COOL-LINE service assistance telephone number (see Step 2) and talk with one of our Consultants, or if you prefer, write to: Mr. Donald Skinner Director of Customer Relations Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M-63 Benton Harbor, Ml 49022 * If you must call or write, please provide: model number, serial number, date of purchase, and a complete description of the problem. This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance. Notes 14 Notes WHIRLPOOL@ MICROWAW RANGE PRODUCT OVEN/ WARRANTY r MWOOi LENGTH CF WARRANTY WHIRLPOCL WILL PAY K)R RIU ONE-YEAR WARRAlYrr From Date of Purchase FSP@replacement parts and repalr labor to correct detects In materlals or workmanshlp. Servlce must be provlded by a franchised TECH-CARE” servlce comoanv. . ~ LIMITED FQUR-YBAR WARRANlY Second Through Flfth Year From Date of Purchase FSP replacement magnetron tube on mlcrowave In materlals or workmanshlp. ovens If defective WHIRLPOOL WILL MOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the lnstallatlon of the range product. 2. Instruct you how to use the range product. 3. Replace house fuses or correct house wlrlng or plumblng. 4. Replace owner accessible light bulbs. 8. Repalrs when range product Is used In other than normal, single-family household use. C. Pldk up and dellvery. Thls product Is deslgned to be repalred In the home. D. Damage to range product caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood. acts of God or use of products not approved by Whlrlpool. E. Any labor costs durlng the llmlted warranty. WHIRLPOOLCORPORATION SHALLNOT BELIABLEFOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states damages so thls llmltatlon or exclusion do not allow the exclusion or llmltatlon of lncldental or CCtIS~Udlal may not apply to you. Thls warranty gives you speclflc legal rlghts, and you may also have other rlghts which vary from state to state. Outslde the Unlted States, a dlfferent warranty may apply. For details, please contact your fmnchlsed Whlrlpool dlstrlbutor or mllltary exchange. Part No. 4873390Al4158259 01988 Whirlpool Corporation
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