KitchenAid Microwave Oven KHHC2090SSS User Manual

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION  
USER INSTRUCTIONS  
Thank you for Choosing KitchenAid® Appliances.  
We hold our company to the highest quality standards and it is important to us that you have a positive experience owning a  
KitchenAid® product.  
For your convenience, we have provided an easy to follow User Instruction Book. These instructions include a “Troubleshooting”  
section to help you through any problems you may encounter.  
For additional information, you can visit the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section of our website at www.kitchenaid.com.  
If you need further assistance using your KitchenAid microwave hood combination, please contact us at 1-800-422-1230.  
Have your complete model and serial number ready. You can find your model and serial number on the label located on the front  
facing of the microwave oven opening, behind the door.  
Para obtener acceso a “Instrucciones para el usuario de la combinación microondas campana” en español, o para obtener  
información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.kitchenaid.com  
Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. Puede encontrar su número de modelo y de serie en la etiqueta ubicada en la parte  
frontal de la abertura del horno de microondas, detrás de la puerta.  
Microwave Hood Combination Safety  
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:  
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately  
follow instructions.  
DANGER  
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't  
instructions.  
follow  
WARNING  
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.  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire,  
Install or locate the microwave oven only in  
accordance with  
the provided Installation Instructions.  
injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:  
Read all instructions before using the microwave oven.  
Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and  
sealed containers – for example, closed glass jars –  
are able to explode and should not be heated in 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 provided Installation Instructions.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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Electrical Requirements  
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING  
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.  
Electrical Shock Hazard  
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.  
Do not remove ground prong.  
Do not use an adapter.  
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.  
Do not use an extension cord.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,  
fire, or electrical shock.  
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.  
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
Required:  
A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20-amp electrical supply  
with a fuse or circuit breaker.  
This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.  
Recommended:  
A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker.  
A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven.  
Settings  
For information on setting the clock, timer, child lock, vent fan and cooktop light, and to view the list of options on the Settings & Info or  
Hints & Settings menu (depending on your model), see your Quick Reference Guide.  
Features  
Turntable  
Convection Element and Fan (on some models)  
Turntable may be turned off (on some models) for manual cooking  
only. This is helpful when cooking with plates that are bigger than  
the turntable, or when cooking with plates that are side by side.  
Turntable cannot be turned off during preset or sensor (on some  
models) functions.  
The convection element and fan are embedded in the wall of the  
microwave oven cavity, behind the metal screen.  
Progress Bar  
The progress bar is a visual picture of the estimated running time of  
sensor functions. It appears under “Sensing” in the display.  
Cooking Rack (on some models)  
Interactive Touch Display  
Use only for 2-level cooking. To avoid damage to the microwave  
oven, always remove rack after 2-level cooking. To avoid damage  
to the microwave oven due to soil buildup, clean rack supports  
often.  
The LCD interactive touch display is designed to be easily  
navigable, guiding you through the menus, offering multiple  
selections, accepting your input and executing your commands.  
It also shows instructions, tips and graphics.  
TRUCAPTURE® Ventilation System (on some models)  
Grill Element (on some models)  
The grill element has a 1,000-watt halogen bulb and a 500-watt  
quartz bulb. The halogen bulb glows very brightly, but the quartz  
bulb has a very faint glow that might not be visible.  
The vent fan comes on automatically during convection and grill  
cooking (on some moodels), and it also comes on if the cooktop  
below gets too hot.  
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Accessories  
Pan (on some models)  
Grill Rack (on some models)  
Use the provided pan for pan-frying (browning). The pan may be  
used to catch drippings during grill (on some models) and  
convection (on some models) functions.  
Use the grill rack for grilling. Place food directly on the grill rack.  
Use the pan under the rack to catch the drippings.  
Convection Rack (on some models)  
Steamer Vessel (on some models)  
Use the convection rack for convection cycles (baking or roasting).  
Place cookware directly on rack for bake and for some roast  
functions. Some roast functions require that the food be placed  
directly on the rack. Use the pan to catch the drippings.  
Use the steamer vessel base, insert and lid for steaming, or use just  
the base and lid for simmering.  
Accessory Configurations  
Grilling  
Roasting  
Baking  
Steaming  
Simmering  
A
B
D
A
B
C
F
G
H
F
H
A
D
E
A. Turntable  
B. Pan  
C. Grill rack  
D. Convection rack  
E. Cookie sheet  
(not provided)  
F. Steamer base  
G. Steamer insert  
H. Steamer lid  
Cookware and Dinnerware  
Microwave-Safe  
For Use With Convection/Combination Cycles (on some  
models):  
Browning dish (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)  
Ceramic glass, glass  
Metal bakeware may be used only during convection (bake)  
cycles. Use ovenproof, microwave-safe cookware for all other  
convection and combination cycles.  
China, Earthenware (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)  
Melamine (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)  
Paper towels, paper plates, napkins (Use non-recycled paper.)  
Do Not Use  
Metal cookware and bakeware  
Plastic wraps, bags, covers, dinnerware, containers (Follow  
manufacturer recommendations.)  
Straw or wicker  
Gold, silver or pewter  
Pottery and clay (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)  
Silicone bakeware (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)  
Wax paper  
Non-approved meat thermometers, skewers  
Twist ties  
Foil liners, such as sandwich wrappers  
Staples  
For Use With Grill Cycles (on some models):  
Use ovenproof, microwave-safe cookware to catch drippings.  
Objects with gold or silver trim or with metallic glaze  
To Test Cookware/Dinnerware: Place dish on turntable with 1 cup (250 mL) of water beside it. Program 1 minute of cook time at 100%.  
If dish becomes hot and the water stays cool, do not use the dish in the microwave oven.  
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Microwave Oven Use  
Sensor Cooking  
Popcorn  
A sensor in the microwave oven detects moisture released from  
food as it heats, and adjusts the cooking time accordingly.  
Popcorn is a sensor function. The sensor determines appropriate  
cooking times for commercially packaged popcorn.  
Make sure microwave oven has been plugged in for at least  
2 minutes. Use microwave-safe dish with loose-fitting lid, or cover  
microwave-safe dish with plastic wrap and vent. For optimal  
performance, wait at least 30 minutes after convection cooking or  
grilling (on some models) before sensor cooking.  
Keep Warm  
WARNING  
Food Poisoning Hazard  
Stage Cooking  
Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before  
or after cooking.  
If programming stage cooking, follow the screen prompts on the  
display to add additional stages, and set time, power and/or  
temperature (on some models) for each stage. Up to 4 stages may  
be programmed.  
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.  
Doneness  
Hot cooked food can be kept warm in the microwave oven. The  
Keep Warm function uses 10% cook power. Keep Warm can be  
used by itself or can be prorammed to follow a cooking cycle.  
Opening the door during Keep Warm will cancel the function.  
Add or subtract time from most automatic cook functions by  
touching “Doneness” on the touch screen during programing, and  
following the prompts. Doneness is remembered for specific  
programs. Some meat, poultry and/or fish functions may not give  
you the option to lessen doneness.  
For list or description of various programs, see the Quick Reference Guide provided with your microwave oven.  
Microwave Oven Care  
Stainless steel (on some models): mild soap and water, then  
rinse with clean water and dry with soft cloth, or use stainless  
steel cleaner.  
General Cleaning  
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and  
the microwave oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on  
cleaning products.  
Turntable: mild soap and water or dishwasher.  
To avoid damage to the microwave oven caused by arcing due to  
soil buildup, keep cavity, microwave inlet cover, cooking rack  
supports, and area where the door touches the frame clean.  
Pan: mild soap, water and washcloth or dishwasher.  
Rack(s): mild soap, water and washcloth. Dishwasher cleaning  
is not recommended.  
Clean with mild soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge, or as  
indicated below.  
Steamer vessel: mild soap, water and soft brush or dishwasher.  
Replacing Filters and Light Bulbs  
Cavity: To avoid damage to the gray cavity lining, do not use  
metal or sharp utensils or scraper, soap-filled scouring pad,  
abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some  
recycled paper towels.  
Grease filters: Remove grease filters from underside of  
microwave oven, and clean monthly.  
Charcoal filter(s): Depending on the model, there may be  
2 charcoal filters – 1 behind each of the grease filters – on the  
underside of the microwave oven, or one charcoal odor filter  
under the vent screen on the top of the microwave oven. The  
charcoal filter(s) cannot be cleaned, and should be replaced  
about every 6 months.  
Grease filters: mild soap and water or dishwasher.  
Door and exterior: mild soap and water, or glass cleaner  
applied to paper towel.  
Control panel/interactive touch display: mild soap, water and  
washcloth, or glass cleaner applied to soft cloth (not directly to  
panel). Activate child lock to avoid control panel activation  
during cleaning. Use gentle pressure when wiping the touch  
screen.  
Cooktop lights: The cooktop lights are located on the  
underside of the microwave oven, and are replaceable.  
Cavity light: The cavity light bulb is located under the vent  
screen on the top of the microwave oven, under the bulb cover,  
and is replaceable.  
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Troubleshooting  
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)  
to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.  
Microwave oven will not operate  
Check the following:  
Quartz bulb does not appear to be on  
This is not unusual. See “Grill Element” in the “Features”  
section.  
Household fuse or circuit breaker  
Is the element still working properly?  
If a household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped,  
replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem  
continues, call an electrician.  
Place 2 slices of bread on the tall grill rack, place the rack on  
the turntable and close the door. Program the microwave oven  
using manual grill – without microwaves – for 4 minutes. The  
bread should toast dark brown. If it does not toast, call for  
service.  
Magnetron  
Try to heat 1 cup (250 mL) of cold water for 2 minutes at 100%  
cooking power. If water does not heat, try the steps below. If  
microwave oven still does not operate, call for service.  
Radio, TV or cordless phone interference  
Check the following:  
Door  
Firmly close door. On some models, if a packaging spacer is  
attached to inside of the door, remove it, then firmly close door.  
If a message about the door appears in the display, the door  
has been closed for 5 minutes or more without the microwave  
oven being started. This happens to avoid unintended starting  
of the microwave oven. Open and close the door, then start  
the cycle.  
Proximity  
Move the receiver away from the microwave oven, or adjust the  
radio or TV antenna.  
Soil  
Make sure the microwave oven door and sealing surfaces are  
clean.  
Control  
Frequency  
Make sure control is set properly. Make sure Control Lock is off.  
Make sure Demo Mode (on some models) is off.  
Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones and home wireless  
networks may experience static or noise while microwave  
oven is on. Use a corded phone, a different frequency  
cordless phone or avoid using these items during microwave  
oven operation.  
Arcing in the microwave oven  
Check the following:  
Soil buildup  
Fan running during cooktop usage  
Soil buildup on cavity walls, microwave inlet cover, cooking  
rack supports, and area where the door touches the frame can  
cause arcing. See “General Cleaning” in “Microwave Oven  
Care” section.  
This is normal. The microwave oven’s cooling fan (on some  
models), which is separate from the vent fan, automatically  
comes on during microwave oven operation to cool the  
microwave oven. It may also automatically come on and cycle  
on and off to cool the microwave oven’s controls while the  
cooktop below is being used.  
Turntable alternates rotation directions  
This is normal and depends on motor rotation at the beginning  
of the cycle.  
Fan running after cooking is finished  
This is normal for convection and grill use. The fan may run for  
up to 10 minutes to cool the microwave oven.  
Odor and smoke coming from microwave oven during  
convection cooking  
This is normal for the first few convection cycles. The odor will  
dissipate with repeated use.  
Replacement Parts, Accesssories and Cleaning Supplies  
Following is a list of available parts and supplies which may be purchased separately. Please refer to the cover for contact and model  
identification information.  
Replacement Parts  
Provided Accessories  
Turntable  
Steamer vessel  
Turntable support & rollers  
Turntable hub  
Pan and handle  
Convection rack (provided with some models)  
Grill rack (provided with some models)  
Cooking rack (for some models)  
Rack spacer  
Cleaning Supplies  
Rack hook  
Heavy Duty Degreaser  
Grease filters  
All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner  
KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish  
KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel Wipes  
Charcoal filter(s)  
Cooktop light bulb  
Cavity light bulb  
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KITCHENAID® BUILT-IN OVEN & MICROWAVE WARRANTY  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or  
furnished with the product, KitchenAid brand of Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “KitchenAid”) will pay for  
Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a KitchenAid  
designated service company. This limited warranty is valid only in the United States or Canada and applies only when the major appliance  
is used in the country in which it was purchased. Outside the 50 United States and Canada, this limited warranty does not apply. Proof of  
original purchase date is required to obtain service under this limited warranty.  
SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CERTAIN COMPONENT PARTS  
In the second through fifth years from the date of purchase, when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions  
attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for Factory Specified Parts for the following components if defective in  
materials or workmanship:  
Electric element  
Solid state touch control system parts  
SECOND THROUGH TENTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
On microwave ovens only, in the second through tenth years from date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and  
maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for Factory Specified Parts for the  
stainless steel oven cavity/inner door if the part rusts through due to defects in materials or workmanship.  
ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY  
This limited warranty does not cover:  
1. Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you on how to use your major appliance, to replace or repair  
house fuses, or to correct house wiring or plumbing.  
2. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. Consumable parts are excluded from warranty  
coverage.  
3. Repairs when your major appliance is used for other than normal, single-family household use or when it is used in a manner that is  
contrary to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions.  
4. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance  
with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of consumables or cleaning products not approved by KitchenAid.  
5. Cosmetic damage, including scratches, dents, chips or other damage to the finish of your major appliance, unless such damage  
results from defects in materials or workmanship and is reported to KitchenAid within 30 days from the date of purchase.  
6. Costs associated with the removal from your home of your major appliance for repairs. This major appliance is designed to be  
repaired in the home and only in-home service is covered by this warranty.  
7. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.  
8. Expenses for travel and transportation for product service if your major appliance is located in a remote area where service by an  
authorized KitchenAid servicer is not available.  
9. The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with  
published installation instructions.  
10. Major appliances with original model/serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be easily determined. This warranty is  
void if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from your major appliance.  
The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the customer.  
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES  
CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED  
HEREIN. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,  
ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. KITCHENAID SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL  
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL  
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR  
FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL  
RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.  
If outside the 50 United States and Canada, contact your authorized KitchenAid dealer to determine if another warranty applies. 9/07  
For additional product information or to view FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions), visit www.kitchenaid.com  
If you do not have access to the Internet and you need assistance using your product or you would like to schedule service, you may  
contact KitchenAid at the number below.  
Have your complete model number ready. You can find your model number and serial number on the label located on the upper or lower  
front facing of the microwave oven opening, behind the door.  
For assistance or service, call 1-800-422-1230.  
If you need further assistance, you can write to KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at:  
KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances  
Customer eXperience Center  
553 Benson Road  
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692  
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.  
Please keep this User Instructions and model number information for future reference.  
W10170438A  
461966100252  
SP PN W10170447A  
11/07  
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