Model
KHMS145J
U s e & C a r e G u i d e
Microwave
Hood
Combination
A Note to You ............................2
Microwave Oven Safety............3
Removing and Replacing
the Microwave Oven.................6
Getting to Know Your
Microwave Oven........................7
Operating tips ...........................7
Electrical connection.................7
Microwave oven features..........8
Control panel features ..............9
Using the child lock.................11
Using the demo/
learning feature.......................11
Using the vent fan ..................12
Using the cooktop/
countertop light.......................12
Setting the clock .....................13
Using the timer .......................14
Using Your Microwave Oven..15
Cooking at high cook power...15
Cooking at different
cook powers ...........................16
Cooking in stages...................18
Using AUTO COOK ................20
Using EASY SIMMER ............21
Using REHEAT .......................22
Using CUSTOM DEFROST....23
Using KEEP WARM................26
Sensor cooking.......................27
Using CRISP OR SIZZLE.......28
Using EASY MINUTE.............29
Changing preset cooking times..29
Using aluminum foil ................30
Cooking you should not do
in your microwave oven............30
Using 2-4 Plates .....................30
Using the cooking rack...........30
Caring for Your
Microwave Oven......................31
Installing and caring for filters..31
Replacing the cooktop
and oven lights .......................32
Questions and Answers.........33
Troubleshooting......................34
Requesting Assistance
or Service.................................36
Warranty...................................40
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Microwave Oven 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.
wDANGER
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
wWARNING
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:
■
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.
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.
■
The microwave oven should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel. Call an authorized
service company for examination, repair, or
adjustment.
■
Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY” found in this section.
■
■
See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Caring
for Your Microwave Oven” 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.
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.
■
■
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.
– 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.
■
■
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.
– Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not
leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in
the cavity when not in use.
As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary
when used by children.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
■ Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking
■ When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
equipment.
■ Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter.
Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven
cleaners, may damage the filter.
■ 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.
■ Do not cover or block any openings on the micro-
wave oven.
■
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 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 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.
■
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.
■
■
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.
■
Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave
oven when the microwave oven is in operation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(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:
(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.
(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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Microwave Oven Safety
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 is
recommended.) It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
• For all cord connected appliances:
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.
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 under
stood, or if doubt exists as to whether the micro
wave oven is properly grounded.
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Removing and Replacing the Microwave Oven
5. Grasp the microwave oven. Rotate the microwave
oven downward. (Be careful
that door does not swing
open.)
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
microwave oven.
Failure to do so can result in back or other
injury.
If you need to remove your Microwave Hood
Combination for any reason, follow these simple
steps:
6. Lift off the support tabs ấ at the bottom of the
mounting plate. Set the microwave oven aside on a
protected surface.
To remove:
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. Remove filters and vent grille.
F
• If filters Ạ are installed,
push in at the tab and
slide filter to the outside
edge to remove.
B
C
• Remove the two screws
ạ from the top of the
microwave oven cabinet
(the screws located clos-
est to the front corners).
Do not remove the
To replace:
A
1. Carefully lift microwave oven and hang it on the
support tabs at the bottom of the mounting plate.
screws located towards
the center of the cabinet.
2. Rotate the front of the microwave oven cabinet
downward. Thread the power supply cord through
the power supply cord hole in the bottom of the
upper cabinet.
• Remove the vent grille Ả. Set the screws and
grille aside. (If grille cannot be removed, see step
4.)
3. Rotate the microwave oven towards the cabinet. Push
the microwave oven against the mounting plate until
locking latch snaps into the cabinet.
3. After removing all oven contents, including the
turntable and support,
tape the door in the
4. Replace the two bolts securing the microwave oven
closed position. Then
remove the two bolts ả
to the upper cabinet.
D
securing the microwave
oven to the upper
cabinet.
5. Untape the door and replace the turntable and
support.
6. Replace the vent grille.
7. Replace the two screws in the top of microwave oven
cabinet (the screws located closest to front corners).
4. Hold microwave hood combination in place with
one hand. Pull hook Ấ to
8. If filters were installed, replace them (see “Installing
and caring for the filters” in the “Caring for Your
Microwave Oven” section, if needed).
release microwave hood
from mounting plate. If
E
9. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
grille cannot be removed
(per instructions in step 2.),
insert a thin looped wire or
similar tool through an
opening in grille to pull
hook.
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Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven
This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking. It also shows you the basics you need
to know to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before you use your oven.
Operating tips
• Never lean on the door or allow a child to swing
on it when the door is open.
• Never cook or reheat a whole egg inside the
shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause
them to burst, and possibly damage the oven.
Slice hard-boiled eggs before heating. In rare cases,
poached eggs have been known to explode. Cover
poached eggs and allow a standing time of one
minute before cutting into them.
• Use hot pads. Microwave energy does not heat
containers, but the heat from the food can make
the container hot.
• Do not use newspaper or other printed paper in
the oven.
• For best results, stir any liquid several times
during heating or reheating. Liquids heated in
certain containers (especially containers shaped like
cylinders) may become overheated. The liquid may
splash out with a loud noise during or after heating
when stirring or when adding ingredients (coffee
granules, tea bags, etc.). This can damage the oven.
• Do not dry flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, paper,
gourds, or clothes in the oven.
• Do not start a microwave oven when it is empty.
Product life may be shortened. If you practice
programming the oven, put a container of water in
the oven. It is normal for the oven door to look
wavy after the oven has been running for a while.
• Microwaves may not reach the center of a roast.
The heat spreads to the center from the outer,
cooked areas just as in regular oven cooking.
This is one of the reasons for letting some foods
(for example, roasts or baked potatoes) stand for
a while after cooking, or for stirring some foods
during the cooking time.
• Do not try to melt paraffin wax in the oven.
Paraffin wax will not melt in a microwave oven
because it allows microwaves to pass through it.
• Do not operate the microwave oven unless the
glass turntable is securely in place and can rotate
freely. The turntable can rotate in either direction.
Make sure the turntable is correct-side up in the
oven. Handle your turntable with care when
removing it from the oven to avoid possibly
breaking it. If your turntable cracks or breaks,
contact your dealer for a replacement.
• Do not deep fry in the oven. Microwavable
utensils are not suitable and it is difficult to
maintain appropriate deep-frying temperatures.
• Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the
recommended cooking time, potatoes should be
slightly firm because they will continue cooking dur-
ing standing time. After microwaving, let
potatoes stand for 5 minutes. They will finish
cooking while standing.
• When you use a browning dish, the browning
dish bottom must be at least 3⁄16-inch (5.5 mm)
above the turntable. Follow the directions supplied
with the browning dish.
Electrical connection
If your electric power line or outlet voltage is less
than 110 volts, cooking times may be longer. Have a
qualified electrician check your electrical system.
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Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven
Microwave oven features
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6. Charcoal and Grease Filters. Packed in oven
Your microwave oven is designed to make your
cavity during shipment. (See Page 31.)
cooking experience as enjoyable and productive as
possible. To help get you up and running quickly, the
following is a list of the oven’s basic features:
7. Cooktop/Countertop Light. Turn on to light your
cooktop or countertop or turn on as a night light.
(See Page 12.)
1. Door Handle. Pull to open door.
8. Cooking Guide Label. Use as a quick reference
2. Door Safety Lock System. The oven will not
for various oven functions.
operate unless the door is securely closed.
9. Exhaust Fan and Cooktop Light Pads. (See
3. Window with Metal Shield. Shield prevents
microwaves from escaping. It is designed as a
screen to allow you to view food as it cooks.
4. Cooking Rack. Use for extra space when
cooking in more than one container at the same
time. (See Page 30.)
5. Glass Turntable (Part No. 4393751) (not shown).
Included in oven cavity – see below for installation
instructions. This turntable rotates food as it cooks
for more even cooking. It must be in the oven dur-
ing operation for best cooking results. The turnta-
ble is sunken into the cavity floor to give you more
cooking space and better cooking results.
Page 12.)
10. Control Panel. Touch the pads on this panel to
perform all functions.
11. Vent Grille.
12. Microwave Inlet Cover. Do not remove or disturb.
13. Oven Cavity Light.
14. Model and Serial Number Plate.
Crisper pan:
To install turntable and support:
• Remove tape holding the hub (Part No. 4393754)
This specially designed microwave pan
(Part No. 4393536) lets you cook
crispy pizza, sizzle chicken, fry
breakfast foods like eggs and
sausage, or prepare juicy ham-
burgers.
in place.
• Place the support (Part No. 4393752) on the cavity
in bottom.
• Place the turntable on the hub. Make sure the
raised, curved lines in the
center of the turntable bottom
are between the three
“spokes” of the hub.
• The rollers (Part No. 4393753)
on the support should fit
inside the ridge on the bottom
of the turntable.
• The turntable turns both clockwise and counter-
clockwise. This is normal.
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Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven
Control panel features
1. Display. This display includes a clock and
indicators to tell you the time of day, cooking
time settings, and cooking functions you chose.
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2. POPCORN. Touch this pad to pop one of 3 bag
sizes of popcorn, without entering a cook power
or time. The oven’s sensor will tell the oven how
long to cook depending on the amount of humidi-
ty it detects from the popcorn. (See Page 27.)
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4
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3. BEVERAGE. Touch this pad to heat 1 or 2 cups
(250 - 500 mL) of a beverage, without entering a
cook power or time. The oven’s sensor will tell
the oven how long to heat depending on the
amount of humidity it detects from the beverage.
(See Page 27.)
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4. BAKED POTATO. Touch this pad to bake 1 to 4
potatoes, without entering a cook power or time.
The oven’s sensor will tell the oven how long to
cook depending on the amount of humidity it
detects from the potato(es). (See Page 27.)
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5. FROZEN ENTREE. Touch this pad to cook a 10-
or 20-oz (284-567 g) frozen entree, without en-
tering a cook power or time. The oven’s sensor
will tell the oven how long to cook depending on
the amount of humidity it detects from the frozen
entree. (See Page 27.)
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6. DINNER PLATE. Touch this pad to heat a dinner
plate of food, without entering a cook power or
time. The oven’s sensor will tell the oven how
long to heat depending on the amount of humidity
it detects from the food. (See Page 27.)
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4
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7. PAN HEAT. Touch this pad to preheat Crisper
Pan, without entering a cook power or time.
(See Page 28.)
8. PIZZA. Touch this pad to heat one of three sizes
of pizza, without entering a cook time. Touch
COOK POWER to adjust doneness.
(See Page 28.)
14. CUSTOM DEFROST. Touch this pad to defrost
frozen foods, without entering times and cook
powers. (See Page 23.)
9. HAMBURGER. Touch this pad to cook 1 to 4
hamburgers, without entering a cook time. Touch
COOK POWER to adjust doneness.
(See Page 28.)
15. COOK TIME. Touch this pad followed by
Number pads to set a cooking time.
(See Pages 15-18.)
16. COOK POWER. Touch this pad after the cooking
time has been set, followed by a Number pad to
set the amount of microwave energy released to
cook the food. Also touch this pad to lengthen
or shorten a preset cooking time.
10. CHICKEN. Touch this pad to bake 1 to 4 pieces
of chicken, without entering a cook time. Touch
COOK POWER to adjust doneness.
(See Page 28.)
11. EASY SIMMER. Touch this pad to simmer
soups, casseroles, stews, and other liquid foods.
(See Page 21.)
(See Pages 16-18.)
17. EASY MINUTE. Touch this pad to cook food for 1
minute at 100% cook power or to extend cooking
time by 1 minute. (See Page 29.)
12. REHEAT. Touch this pad to reheat microwavable
foods without entering times and cook powers.
(See Page 22.)
18. KEEP WARM. Touch this pad to keep hot, cooked
foods warm in your microwave oven. You can use
KEEP WARM by itself, or to automatically follow a
cooking cycle. (See Page 26.)
13. AUTO COOK. Touch this pad to cook
microwavable foods without entering times and
cook powers. (See Page 20.)
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Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven
Control panel features (cont.)
Audible signals
Your microwave oven comes with audible signals
that can guide you when setting and using
your oven:
19. Number pads. Touch Number pads to enter
cooking times, cook powers, quantities,
weights, or food categories.
20. CLOCK SET/START. Touch this pad to enter
•
•
•
•
A programming tone will sound each time
you touch a pad.
the correct time of day.
21. TIMER. Touch this pad to set or cancel the
One long tone signals the end of a Timer
countdown.
Kitchen Timer.
22. START. Touch this pad to start a function.
Four tones signal the end of a
23. CANCEL/OFF. Touch this pad to erase an
incorrect command, cancel a program during
cooking, or to clear the display.
cooking cycle.
Two quick, short tones sound once
every minute for the first 15 minutes after an
end-of-cooking signal as a reminder if the food
has not been removed from the oven.
24. TURNTABLE ON/OFF. Touch this pad to turn
your turntable on and off. (See Page 11.)
25. LIGHT ON/NIGHT/OFF. Touch this pad to turn
•
•
Two quick, short tones will sound while
entering and exiting from a hidden feature (for
example, Child Lock) or time of day.
the light or night light on or off. (See Page 12.)
26. VENT FAN ON/OFF higher or lower. Touch
this pad to turn the fan on or off. (See Page 12.)
Three tones sound if you have
made an incorrect entry.
NOTES:
• If you have entered all settings for a function
but do not touch START/ENTER in 5 seconds,
the START? indicator light will show.
• For nonsensor functions, if you open the door
while the oven is on and then shut the door
within 15 minutes, the START? indicator light
will show. Touch START to continue. If you
open the door when sensor cooking, cooking is
cancelled and you have to start over.
To disable the programming tone:
TOUCH
and hold for 5 seconds
To turn the programming tone back on:
• If you choose a function but do not touch another
command pad within 1 minute, the display returns
to the time of day and you have to start over.
TOUCH
Interrupting cooking
and hold for 5 seconds
You can stop the oven during a cycle by opening
the door. The oven stops heating and the fan
stops, but the light stays on. To restart cooking,
close the door and
To disable all audible signals except the
end-of-timer and hidden feature signals:
TOUCH
TOUCH
and hold for 5 seconds
To turn signals back on:
If you do not want to continue cooking:
• Close the door and the light goes off.
OR
TOUCH
TOUCH
and hold for 5 seconds
NOTE: Two tones will sound when audible signals
are turned on or off.
NOTE: Before setting a function, touch
CANCEL/OFF to make sure no other function is on.
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Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven
Control panel features (cont.)
To heat 2 bottom plates together or one larger dish,
the turntable should not be turning.
Heating more than one plate of food
When heating plates of food with a cook time that
you set, you can heat
You can shut the turntable off by
touching TURNTABLE ON/OFF.
two 101⁄4-in. (26.7 cm)
“TURNTABLE OFF” appears on the display. If you
touch TURNTABLE ON/OFF before starting to set the
cooking function, your oven will prompt you to enter
a cooking time without you needing to touch COOK
TIME. Your turntable will be turned back on when
cooking is over or when you touch CANCEL/OFF.
plates side by side or
one dish larger than
the turntable. You can
heat 2 more plates on
the Cooking Rack for
a possible total of 4
plates. For best
results, halfway
NOTE: You cannot turn off the turntable when using
an “auto” function.
through cooking turn
the plates halfway around until the food in the front
is in the back. Do the same when heating a larger
(9- to 13-in. [23 - 33 cm]) casserole. When heating
4 dinner plates turn as described above and switch
the top plates with the bottom plates.
Using the child lock
The Child Lock locks the control panel so
children cannot use the microwave oven when you
do not want them to.
To unlock the control panel:
TOUCH
To lock the control panel:
TOUCH
and hold for 5 seconds
Two tones will sound and
the display.
will be cleared from
and hold for 5 seconds
Two tones will sound and
will appear on the
display. When the control panel is locked, 3 tones
will sound and LOCK will appear when you touch
any pad except for EXHAUST FAN and LIGHT,
Number pads 1 and 2, and START.
Using the demo/learning feature
You can set your microwave oven to display your
commands as you enter them without turning the
magnetron on. This feature helps you learn to use
your oven without actually cooking food.
Two tones will sound and a small “d” will appear
on the display.
To cancel the demo/learning feature:
TOUCH
To set the demo/learning feature:
TOUCH
and hold for 5 seconds
Two tones will sound and the small “d” will
disappear from the display.
and hold for 5 seconds
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Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven
Using the vent fan
The pads on the bottom right of the control panel
control the 5-speed exhaust fan.
NOTES:
• Two seconds after the last time you touch VENT
FAN, the display returns to the previous display.
• The first time you turn on the fan after connecting
the microwave oven to power, the fan will start at
speed 1. The next time the fan is turned on, it will
start at the last speed used.
1. Turn on the fan and choose fan speed.
TOUCH
Touch the “HIGHER” pad to increase fan speed.
Touch the “LOWER” pad to decrease fan speed.
The display will show “FAN” and a number from
1 to 5 to indicate fan speed.
NOTE: If the temperature from the range or
cooktop below the oven gets too hot, the
exhaust fan in the vent hood will automatically
turn on at the HIGH setting to protect the oven.
It may stay on up to an hour to cool the oven.
When this occurs, the VENT FAN pad will not
turn the fan off.
2. Turn off fan when desired.
TOUCH
Using the cooktop/countertop light
The pad on the bottom left of the control panel
controls the cooktop/countertop light.
TOUCH
1. Turn on light.
(once for regular light, twice for night light)
2. Turn off light when desired.
TOUCH
(1 or 2 more times, depending on light setting)
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Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven
Setting the clock
NOTES:
When your microwave oven is first plugged in, or
after a power failure, the display will flash “:”. If a
time of day is not set, “:” will flash until you touch
any pad.
• If you touch in an invalid time and touch CLOCK,
3 tones will sound. Enter the correct time.
• If you touch CANCEL/OFF while setting the clock,
the display will show the last time of day set.
• To turn off the clock, touch CLOCK SET/START,
Number pad 0, and CLOCK SET/START again, the
set time will disappear and “:” will show on the
display.
1. Touch CLOCK SET/START.
TOUCH
TOUCH
YOU SEE
ENTER
TIME
YOU SEE
2. Enter the time of day.
Example for 12:00:
TIME
START?
TOUCH
OR
YOU SEE
3. Touch START pad or CLOCK SET/START pad.
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Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven
Using the timer
NOTE: The oven can operate while the Timer
is in use. To see the Timer while the oven is cooking,
touch TIMER.
You can use your microwave oven as a kitchen
timer. Use the Timer for timing up to
99 minutes, 99 seconds.
TOUCH
YOU SEE
1. Touch TIMER.
ENTER
TIMER
TOUCH
YOU SEE
2. Enter the time to be counted down.
Example for 1 minute, 30 seconds:
ENTER
TIMER
NOTE: If you enter more than 4 digits, the first
4 digits will disappear and the following digit(s)
will appear on the right side as you enter them.
TOUCH
YOU SEE
3. Start the countdown.
NOTE: If you do not do this step within 5
seconds of doing Step 2, “START?” will appear.
You then have 1 minute to touch TIMER or
START before the display returns to the time
of day.
TIMER
OR
YOU SEE
At the end of the countdown:
TIMER
(one long tone will sound)
TOUCH
OR
YOU SEE
To cancel the timer:
During the countdown:
(time of day)
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This section gives you instructions for operating each function. Please read these instructions carefully.
Cooking at high cook power
1. Put your food in the oven and close the door.
2. Touch COOK TIME.
TOUCH
TOUCH
YOU SEE
ENTER COOK TIME
POWER
YOU SEE
3. Enter the cooking time.
Example for 1 minute, 30 seconds:
ENTER COOK TIME
POWER
TOUCH
YOU SEE
4. Start the oven.
COOK TIME
POWER
At the end of the cooking time:
YOU SEE
COOK TIME
(four tones will sound)
Changing instructions
You can change the cooking time any time
during cooking by repeating Steps 2, 3, and 4.
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Cooking at different cook powers
For best results, some recipes call for different cook
powers. The lower the cook power, the slower the
cooking. Each Number pad also stands for a
different percentage of cook power. Many
microwave cookbook recipes tell you by number,
percent, or name which cook power to use.
The following chart gives the percentage of cook
power each Number pad stands for, and the cook
power name usually used. It also tells you when to
use each cook power. Follow recipe or food package
instructions if available.
NOTE: Refer to a reliable cookbook for cooking times.
COOK POWER
NAME
WHEN TO USE IT
10=100% of full power
(automatic)
High
• Quick heating many convenience foods and
foods with high water content, such as soups,
beverages, and vegetables
9=90% of full power
8=80% of full power
• Cooking small tender pieces of meat, ground
meat, poultry pieces, and fish fillets
• Heating cream soups
• Heating rice, pasta, or casseroles
• Cooking and heating foods that need a
cook power lower than high (for example, whole
fish and meat loaf)
Medium-High
7=70% of full power
6=60% of full power
• Reheating a single serving of food
• Cooking sensitive foods, such as cheese and
egg dishes, pudding, and custards
• Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as
lasagna
Medium
5=50% of full power
4=40% of full power
3=30% of full power
• Cooking ham, whole poultry, and pot roasts
• Simmering stews
• Melting chocolate
• Heating bread, rolls and pastries
Medium-Low,
Defrost
• Defrosting foods, such as bread, fish, meats,
poultry, and precooked foods
2=20% of full power
1=10% of full power
• Softening butter, cheese, and ice cream
Low
• Keeping food warm
• Taking chill out of fruit
NOTE: Once cook time has been entered you can also use the COOK POWER pad as a second Timer
by entering “0” for the cook power. The oven will count down the cooking time you set without cooking.
1. Put your food in the oven and close the door.
TOUCH
YOU SEE
2. Touch COOK TIME.
ENTER COOK TIME
POWER
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Cooking at different cook powers (cont.)
TOUCH
YOU SEE
3. Enter the cooking time.
Example for 7 minutes, 30 seconds:
ENTER COOK TIME
POWER
TOUCH
YOU SEE
4. Set the cook power.
ENTER COOK
POWER
TOUCH
OR
YOU SEE
Example for 50% cook power:
ENTER COOK
POWER
(repeat until desired
cook power appears)
TOUCH
YOU SEE
5. Start the oven.
COOK TIME
POWER
YOU SEE
At the end of the cooking time:
COOK TIME
(four tones will sound)
Changing instructions
You can change the cooking time or cook power
any time during cooking by repeating Steps 2, 3
and/or 4 and 5.
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Cooking in stages
For best results, some recipes call for one cook
power for a certain length of time, and another
cook power for another length of time. Your oven
can be set to change from one to another
automatically, for up to 3 stages.
You can set your chosen cook functions in any
order. However, if you use CUSTOM DEFROST it
must be the first stage.
NOTE: You cannot sensor cook with stages.
1. Put your food in the oven and close the door.
2. Touch COOK TIME.
TOUCH
TOUCH
YOU SEE
ENTER COOK TIME
POWER
YOU SEE
3. Enter the cooking time for the first stage.
Example for 7 minutes, 30 seconds:
ENTER COOK TIME
POWER
TOUCH
YOU SEE
4. Set the cook power for the first stage.
ENTER COOK
POWER
TOUCH
OR
YOU SEE
Example for 50% cook power:
ENTER COOK
POWER
(repeat until desired
cook power appears)
5. Repeat Steps 2, 3, and 4 to set the cooking time
and cook power for each additional stage.
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Cooking in stages (cont.)
6. Start the oven.
TOUCH
YOU SEE
1
2
COOK TIME
POWER
After the first stage is over, the next stage(s)
will count down.
(first stage, when cooking
with 2 stages)
YOU SEE
At the end of the cooking time:
COOK TIME
(four tones will sound)
Changing instructions
You can change cooking times or cook powers
for a stage any time after that stage starts by
repeating Steps 2, 3 and/or 4 and 5.
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Using AUTO COOK
3. Touch one or more Number pads to enter the
You can cook microwavable foods just by choosing
a category and quantity. AUTO COOK has preset
times and cook powers for 5 categories (see chart
below).
quantity. This step is not needed for the Rice
setting.
Example
for 1 cup (250 mL)
To use AUTO COOK, follow the steps below:
1. Touch
SENSOR
ENTER
REHEAT DEFROST
Example
for 1 cup (250 mL)
1
2
3
You see
R
SIM
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
once
SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST
You see
1
2
3
ENTER COOK TIMER SIM
4. Touch
You see
POWER
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST
(countdown time
may vary)
1
2
3
2. Touch AUTO COOK 1 to 5 times to choose the
ENTER COOK TIMER SIM
type of food.
Example
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
for canned
vegetables
NOTES:
• If you do not enter a quantity within 2 seconds,
AUTO COOK will prompt you to choose a
quantity. You then have 1 minute to enter a
quantity and to touch START. If you do not do so,
AUTO COOK will be canceled.
twice
OR
Touch a Number pad to choose the type of food.
Example
for canned
vegetables
• If you touch AUTO COOK 6 times, the display
returns to the Rice setting.
SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST
Example
for canned
vegetables
You see
1
2
3
ENTER COOK TIMER SIM
• If you need more or less cooking time, do not
touch AUTO COOK again. Touch COOK POWER
before you touch START. (See “Changing preset
cooking times” in the “Using Your Microwave
Oven” section.)
• When cooking bacon, keep in mind that
differences in the amount of fat, meat, thickness,
and curing process will affect how bacon is
cooked. Also, regular sliced bacon averages about
16 slices per pound.
POWER
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST
1
2
3
ENTER COOK TIMER SIM
POWER
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST
1
2
3
ENTER COOK TIMER SIM
POWER
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
This chart shows you how to choose a type of food and the amounts you can choose for each type.
TOUCH
AUTO COOK*
TOUCH
NUMBER PAD
AMOUNTS YOU
CAN CHOOSE
OR
FOOD
once
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Rice (sensor)
0.5 to 2 cups (125 mL - 500 mL)**
1 to 6 pieces, average thickness
1 to 4 servings
Bacon
twice
Cereal (instant)
French Toast (frozen)
Canned Vegetables
Fresh Vegetables
Frozen Vegetables
3 times
4 times
5 times
6 times
7 times
1 to 4 pieces
1 to 4 cups (250 mL - 1L)
1 to 4 cups (250 mL - 1L)**
1 to 4 cups (250 mL - 1L)**
* You must touch AUTO COOK once before choosing the food type.
** Because this food is cooked by the sensor, you don’t need to enter a quantity. The amount shown here is the amount you can
cook. After you choose the food type and touch START, “SENSE” appears on the display. Also, the sensor needs 2
minutes, 30 seconds to warm up after the oven is connected to power or after a power failure. If you start sensor cooking during
the warm-up, “SENSE” shows on the display until the warm-up is over. Microwave energy will not be turned on until the sensor
is warm.
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Using EASY SIMMER
Your microwave oven lets you simmer soups,
casseroles, stews, and other liquid foods. All you
do is set a simmer time and your oven will bring
your food to a boil and then simmer it for the time
you specify.
• This function uses the sensor. The sensor needs 2
minutes, 30 seconds to warm up after the oven is
connected to power or after a power failure. If you start
EASY SIMMER during the warm-up, microwave energy
will not be turned on until the sensor is warm.
• When cooking vegetables, increase amount of water
NOTES:
to 1⁄
4
to 1⁄
cup (63 - 125 mL).
2
• You cannot change the cook power or doneness
for EASY SIMMER.
• Cover dish with a hard lid, i.e., the lid that comes with
the dish or a dinner plate. Do not use plastic wrap.
1. Place the food in the oven and shut the door.
2. Touch EASY SIMMER.
TOUCH
TOUCH
YOU SEE
SENSOR
3
TIME
SIM
YOU SEE
3. Touch Number pads to enter the simmer time.
Example for 30 minutes:
SENSOR
3
TIME
SIM
4. Touch START.
TOUCH
YOU SEE
The oven will bring the food to a boil.
SENSOR
3
SIM
The food will then simmer for the time you set.
YOU SEE
SENSOR
3
TIME
SIM
When simmering foods like pasta
Use a container that can hold enough water to cover
the food completely when cooking, such as a 3-
quart (12-cup [3 L]) casserole with a lid. When cook-
ing pasta or noodles, add 1 tbsp (14.8 mL) oil to the
water before boiling. Use the following method.
Place container with water in the oven and follow
Steps 2-4, setting the simmer time at 1 second. At
the end of the signal, place the food in the water and
stir until completely covered by water. Cover. Repeat
Steps 2-4, setting the simmer time you want.
Changing instructions
You can change the simmering time while
simmering by repeating Steps 3 and 4.
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Using REHEAT
You can reheat microwavable foods just by
choosing a category and quantity. REHEAT has
preset times and cook powers for 4 categories (see
chart below).
3. Touch a Number pad to enter the quantity.
Example for
1 cup (250 mL)
SENSOR
ENTER
REHEAT DEFROST
Example for
1 cup (250 mL)
1
2
3
You see
To use REHEAT, follow the steps below:
1. Touch
R
SIM
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
4. Touch
You see
once
SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST
1
2
3
You see
ENTER COOK TIMER SIM
SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST
3
(countdown
time may
vary)
POWER
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
TIME
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
2. Touch REHEAT 1 to 5 times to choose
the type of food.
NOTES:
Example for
casserole
• If you do not enter a quantity within 2 seconds,
REHEAT will prompt you to choose a quantity.
You then have 1 minute to enter a quantity and to
touch START. If you do not do so, REHEAT will be
canceled.
• If you touch REHEAT 5 times, the display returns
to the Pizza Slice setting.
3 times
OR
Touch a Number pad to choose the type
of food.
Example for
casserole
• If you need more or less cooking time, do not
touch REHEAT again. Touch COOK POWER before
you touch START. (See “Changing preset cooking
times” in the “Using Your Microwave Oven” sec-
tion.)
SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST
Example for
casserole
You see
3
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
• When reheating a large (4 oz [113 g]) muffin or
bagel use the 2-piece setting. The 1-piece setting
warms 1 regular-size muffin or bagel, or 2 small
dinner rolls.
SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST
1
2
3
ENTER COOK TIMER SIM
POWER
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
This chart shows you how to choose a type of food and the amounts you can choose for each type.
TOUCH
AUTO REHEAT*
TOUCH
NUMBER PAD
AMOUNTS YOU
CAN CHOOSE
OR
FOOD
once
twice
Pizza Slice**
(sensor)
1
2
1 to 3 slices, 5 oz (127 g)
each
Sauce**
(sensor)
1 to 4 cups (250 mL - 1L)
Casserole
Baked Goods
Soup**
3 times
4 times
5 times
3
4
5
1 to 4 cups (250 mL - 1L)
1 to 6 pieces, 2 oz (56 g) each
1 to 4 cups (250 mL - 1L)
*
You must touch REHEAT once before choosing the food type.
** After you choose the food type and quantity and touch START, “SENSE” appears on the display. Also, the sensor
needs 2 minutes, 30 seconds to warm up after the oven is connected to power or after a power failure. If you start sensor
cooking during the warm-up, “SENSE” shows on the display until the warm-up is over. Microwave energy will not be turned on
until the sensor is warm.
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Using CUSTOM DEFROST
4. Touch
You see
You can defrost food by choosing a category and
setting a weight. CUSTOM DEFROST has preset
times and cook powers for 3 categories (see chart
below).
SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST
ENTER COOK TIMER SIM
(countdown
time may vary)
1
2
3
To use CUSTOM DEFROST, follow the steps
below:
1. Touch
POWER
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
NOTES:
once
• If you do not enter a weight within 2 seconds,
CUSTOM DEFROST will prompt you to enter a
weight. You then have 1 minute to enter a weight
and to touch START. If you do not do so, CUSTOM
DEFROST will be canceled.
• If you enter a weight higher than the highest weight
allowed for your food setting, 3 tones will sound
and “RETRY” will appear on the display when you
touch START.
• If you touch CUSTOM DEFROST 4 times, the
display returns to the Meats setting.
• If you need more or less defrosting time, do not
touch CUSTOM DEFROST again. Touch COOK
POWER before you touch START. (See “Changing
preset cooking times” in the “Using Your Microwave
Oven” section.)
SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST
1
2
3
You see
ENTER COOK TIMER SIM
POWER
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
2. Touch CUSTOM DEFROST 1 to 3 times to
choose the type of food.
Example for meats
once
OR
Touch a Number pad to choose the type
of food.
Example for meats
SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST
Example
for meats
You see
1
2
3
ENTER COOK TIMER SIM
• See the “Custom defrost chart” later in this section
for defrosting directions for each food.
POWER
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
• To defrost items not listed in the “Custom defrost
chart,” use 30% cook power. Refer to a reliable
cookbook for defrosting information.
SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST
1
2
3
ENTER COOK TIMER SIM
POWER
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
For even, complete defrosting
• The shape of the package affects how quickly food
will defrost. Shallow packages will defrost more
quickly than a deep block.
3. Touch Number pad(s) to enter the weight.
Example for 1.1 lbs
(.5 kgs)
• As food begins to defrost, separate the pieces.
Separated pieces defrost more evenly.
twice
• Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts
of food such as chicken wings, leg tips, fish tails,
or areas that start to get warm. Make sure the foil
does not touch the sides, top, or bottom of
the oven.
SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST
Example
for 1.1 lbs (.5 kgs)
You see
1
2
3
ENTER COOK TIMER SIM
POWER
QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBSOZ START?
This chart shows you how to choose a type of food and the weights you can set for each type.
OR
TOUCH
CUSTOM DEFROST*
TOUCH
NUMBER PAD
WEIGHTS YOU CAN SET
(tenths of a pound)
FOOD
Meats
Poultry
Fish
once
1
2
3
.1 to 6.6 (45 g - 3 kgs)
.1 to 6.6 (45 g - 3 kgs)
.1 to 4.4 (45 g - 2 kgs)
twice
3 times
* You must touch CUSTOM DEFROST once before choosing the food type.
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Custom defrost chart
Meat setting
FOOD
Beef
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Meat of irregular shape and large, fatty cuts of meat should have the
narrow or fatty areas shielded with foil at the beginning of a defrost cycle.
Ground Beef, Bulk
Do not defrost less than 1⁄
4
lb (113 g).
Ground Beef, Patties
Do not defrost less than two 4 oz patties (113 g).
Round Steak, Tenderloin Steak, Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Pot Roast, Chuck Roast, Rib
Roast, Rolled Rump Roast
Stew Beef
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Lamb
Cubes for Stew
Chops (1 in. [25.4 mm] thick)
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Pork
Chops (1⁄
2
in. [12.7 mm] thick),
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Hot Dogs, Spareribs, Country-
Style Ribs, Loin Roast (Boneless),
Sausage, Links
Sausage, Bulk
Fish setting
FOOD
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Fish
Fillets
Place in a microwavable baking dish. Carefully separate fillets under
cold water.
Steaks
Whole
Place in a microwavable baking dish. Run cold water over to finish defrosting.
Place in a microwavable baking dish. Cover head and tail with foil; do
not let foil touch sides of microwave oven. Finish defrosting by
immersing in cold water.
Shell Fish
Crabmeat,
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Lobster Tails,
Shrimp, Scallops
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Custom defrost chart (cont.)
Poultry setting
FOOD
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Chicken
Whole
Place chicken breast-side up on a microwavable roasting rack. Finish defrosting
lbs [4.3 kgs]) by immersing in cold water. Remove giblets when chicken is partially defrosted.
(up to 91⁄
2
Cut Up
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.
Cornish Hens
Whole
Place on a microwavable roasting rack. Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack. Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.
Turkey
Breast
(under 6 lbs [2.7 kgs])
Defrosting tips
• When using CUSTOM DEFROST, you need to
enter the net weight (the weight of the food minus
• For better results, a preset standing time is
included in the defrosting time. This may make the
defrosting time seem longer than expected.
the container). Enter the weight to the nearest
1
⁄
10
lb (45 g).
• Only use CUSTOM DEFROST for raw food.
CUSTOM DEFROST gives best results when the
food to be thawed is completely frozen. If the
food is partially defrosted, always set a lower
food weight (for a shorter defrosting time) to
prevent cooking the food.
Weight conversion chart
You are probably used to food weights as being in
pounds and ounces that are fractions of a pound
(for example 4 ounces equals 1⁄4 lb (113 g).
However, in order to enter food weight in CUSTOM
DEFROST, you must specify pounds and tenths
of a pound.
If the weight on the food package is in fractions of a
pound, you can use the following chart to convert the
weight to decimals.
DECIMAL WEIGHT
EQUIVALENT GRAM WEIGHT
EQUIVALENT OUNCE WEIGHT
.10
.20
45
91
1.6
3.2
.25 One-Quarter Pound
.30
.40
.50 One-Half Pound
.60
.70
.75 Three-Quarters Pound
.80
.90
113
136
181
227
272
318
340
363
408
454
4.0
4.8
6.4
8.0
9.6
11.2
12.0
12.8
14.4
16.0
1.00 One Pound
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Using KEEP WARM
NOTES:
WARNING
• Opening the oven door cancels KEEP WARM. Close
the door and touch KEEP WARM, then touch
START if additional Keep Warm time is desired.
• Food cooked covered should be covered during
Keep Warm.
• Pastry items (pies, turnovers, etc.) should be
uncovered during Keep Warm.
• Complete meals kept warm on a dinner plate
should be covered during Keep Warm.
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.
You can keep hot, cooked food warm in your
microwave oven.
• Do not use more than one complete Keep Warm
cycle. The quality of some foods will suffer with
extended time.
1. Put hot, cooked food in the oven and close
the door.
2. Touch KEEP WARM.
TOUCH
TOUCH
YOU SEE
YOU SEE
3. Start the oven.
To make KEEP WARM automatically
follow another cycle:
• While entering cooking instructions, touch
KEEP WARM before touching START,
or during cooking.
• When the last cooking cycle is over, you will hear
two tones. “WARM” will come on while the oven
continues to run.
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Sensor cooking
Food releases humidity during cooking/heating.
How much humidity food releases is affected by
the quantity, temperature, and shape of the food.
Your microwave oven has a sensor that detects
this humidity. The amount of humidity detected
tells the oven how long to cook or heat your food.
You can sensor cook when preparing any of 8
types of food. Just touch the pad for the food you
want to cook or heat (see the chart below).
NOTES:
• You do not need to touch START to start the
oven. The oven will start cooking/heating when
you touch one of the Sensor pads.
• If you need more or less cooking time, do not
touch the selected Sensor pad again. Touch
COOK POWER within 20 seconds after
choosing the food type. (See “Changing preset
cooking times” in the “Using Your Microwave
Oven” section.) You cannot change preset cook-
ing times for POPCORN.
• The sensor needs 2 minutes, 30 seconds to
warm up after the oven is connected to power
or after a power failure. If you start sensor
cooking during the warm-up, “SENSE” shows
on the display until the warm-up is over.
Microwave energy will not be turned on until
the sensor is warm.
To sensor cook:
1. Touch a Sensor pad.
Example for baked
potato
SENSOR
You see
3
(until cooking
time is
COOK
• When cooking foods for a long time, allow the
oven to cool down before sensor cooking again.
estimated)
(“MAX” appears
every 3 seconds)
Popcorn brands make a difference
How well your popcorn cooks will depend on the
brand of popcorn and how much fat it has in it. Try
several brands to decide which pops the best. For
best results, use fresh bags of popcorn.
SENSOR SET TIME
COUNTS DOWN
This chart shows you how to choose a type of food and the amount you can choose for each type.
AMOUNT
PAD
INSTRUCTIONS
3.5 oz (99 g), 3.0 oz (85 g),
1.75 oz (50 g)
Popcorn*
Pop only 1 package at a time. If you are using a
microwave popcorn popper, follow manufacturer’s
instructions.
Baked
Potato
Before baking, remember to pierce the potato with a 1 to 4 potatoes
fork several times. After cooking, let the potato
stand 5 minutes to finish cooking.
(10 oz to 13 oz [284 - 369 g]
each)
Frozen Entree Loosen the covering for venting.
10- or 20-ounce (284 - 567 g)
Dinner Plate Place food to be heated on a dinner plate or similar
1 serving (or 1 plate)
(0.5 to 1 lb [227 - 454 g])
dish. Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Do not cover. The shape of the mug will affect how
the contents heat – if narrow and tall, contents may
be hotter; if more open area on top (i.e., 1-cup
measuring cup) contents may be cooler.
Beverage*
1 or 2 8-ounce cups
(250 - 500 mL)
* The display does not show cooking time for this setting. “SENSE” stays on the display until cooking is
finished.
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Using Your Microwave Oven
Using CRISP OR SIZZLE
The PAN HEAT feature, combined with CRISP OR
SIZZLE, uses a pan to brown, crisp and pan fry
foods in the microwave oven. PAN HEAT preheats
the pan to 410ºF in approximately 3 minutes. While
microwaves heat the food from above, they also heat
the pan very quickly from below to brown and crisp
food.
To use HAMBURGER
1. Use PAN HEAT
2. Touch
once - 1 hamburger
twice - 2 hamburgers
3 times - 3 hamburgers
4 times - 4 hamburgers
IMPORTANT: You must use PAN HEAT before using
the other CRISP OR SIZZLE features.
3. Touch COOK POWER to adjust
cooking time for more or
less well done.
To use PAN HEAT
4. Touch START to begin cooking.
(If you do not touch START
1. Touch PAN HEAT once
Pan will preheat for 3 minutes.
within 5 seconds after Step 2,
cooking will begin automatically.)
Using the pan
To use PIZZA
NOTE: Use the pan only when the turntable is on.
• Use the plastic handle to grasp and remove the
pan from the oven.
• Do not use plastic utensils on the pan. The pan
becomes very hot quickly and could melt the
utensils.
1. Use PAN HEAT
2. Touch
once for 7” (17.78 cm)
pizza
twice for 9” (22.86 cm)
pizza
3 times for 12”
(30.48 cm) pizza
• Do not use any metal utensils, as they can
scratch the pan.
• Do not use the pan in any other microwave oven
or in a thermal oven.
• Always use the turntable as support for the pan.
3. Touch COOK POWER to adjust
cooking time for more or
less well done.
• Coat the pan lightly with cooking oil to make
removing food and cleaning easier.
4. Touch START to begin cooking.
(If you do not touch START
Cleaning the pan
within 5 seconds after Step 2,
cooking will begin automatically.)
Wash the pan in dishwasher or in mild, soapy water.
Avoid abrasive cleansers or scrubbers.
To use CHICKEN
1. Use PAN HEAT
2. Touch
once - 1 piece
twice - 2 pieces
3 times - 3 pieces
4 times - 4 pieces
3. Touch COOK POWER to adjust
cooking time for more or
less well done.
4. Touch START to begin cooking.
(If you do not touch START
within 5 seconds after Step 2,
cooking will begin automatically.)
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Using Your Microwave Oven
Using EASY MINUTE
EASY MINUTE lets you cook food for 1 minute
at 100% cook power or add an extra minute to your
cooking time cycle. You can also use it to extend
cooking time cycles in multiples of 1 minute, up to
99 minutes.
• If you touch EASY MINUTE during cooking,
the oven will cook at the currently selected cook
power. If you touch EASY MINUTE after
cooking is over, the oven will cook at 100%
cook power. You can also change the cook power
after you touch EASY MINUTE by touching COOK
POWER, Number pads for the new cook power,
and START.
NOTES:
• To extend cooking time cycles in multiples of
1 minute, touch EASY MINUTE repeatedly during
cooking.
• After closing the door, you can enter EASY
MINUTE without having to touch START.
• You can use EASY MINUTE only for the cook time
function.
1. Make sure the food is in the oven.
TOUCH
YOU SEE
2. Touch EASY MINUTE.
Example for cooking for 1 MINUTE:
COOK TIME
POWER
Changing preset cooking times
cooking times after entering a food quantity, but
before cooking starts. For sensor cooking, you can
only change cooking times within 20 seconds after
choosing the food type.
If a preset cooking time is too long or too short,
you can lengthen or shorten the cooking time after
choosing AUTO COOK, REHEAT, CUSTOM
DEFROST, or SENSOR (except for the POPCORN
setting). For an auto function, you can only change
For example, in REHEAT, after choosing the type of
food and entering the quantity:
To lengthen cooking time:
TOUCH
YOU SEE
AUTO REHEAT
once
(example for auto reheat)
TOUCH
YOU SEE
To shorten cooking time:
AUTO REHEAT
twice
To reset to the original cooking time:
TOUCH
YOU SEE
AUTO REHEAT
three times
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Using Your Microwave Oven
Using aluminum foil
Metal containers should not be used in a microwave
oven. There are, however, some exceptions. If you
have purchased food which is prepackaged in an
aluminum foil container, refer to the instructions on
the package. When using aluminum foil containers,
cooking times may be longer because microwaves
will only penetrate the top of the food.
• Use only undamaged containers.
• Do not use containers taller than 3⁄
• Container must be at least half filled.
• To avoid arcing, there must be a minimum 1⁄
mm) between the aluminum container and the walls of
the oven and also between two aluminum containers.
• Always place the container on the turntable.
• Reheating food in aluminum foil containers usually
takes up to double the time compared to reheating in
plastic, glass, china, or paper containers. The time
when food is ready will vary depending upon the type
of container you use.
4
in. (19 mm)
4
in. (6.35
If you use aluminum containers without package
instructions, follow these guidelines:
• Place the container in a glass bowl and add some
water so that it covers the bottom of the container,
not more than 1⁄
in. (6.35 mm) high. This ensures
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even heating of the container bottom.
• Always remove the lid to avoid damage to the oven.
• Let food stand for 2 to 3 minutes after heating so
that heat is spread evenly throughout container.
Cooking you should not do in your microwave oven
• Do not use the microwave oven to sterilize objects
(baby bottles, etc.). It is difficult to keep the oven at
the high temperature needed for safe sterilization.
• Do not do canning of foods in the oven. Closed
glass jars may explode, resulting in damage to
the oven.
Using 2-4 Plates
When heating food with a cook time that you set, you
To heat 2 bottom plates together or one larger dish,
the turntable should not be turning.
You can shut the turntable off by
can heat two 10 1⁄4-in.
(25.5 cm) plates side by
side or one dish larger
touching TURNTABLE ON/OFF.
than the turntable, plus
two plates on the cook-
“TURNTABLE OFF” appears on the display.
PRESS to enter setting.
ing rack. For best results,
halfway through cooking
turn the plates halfway
1. TOUCH First Screen pad, TURN to 2-4 Plates
and TOUCH.
2. TURN to select number of plates and TOUCH.
3. Arrange plates as shown on left. TOUCH to Start.
around. Do the same
when heating a larger (9-
to 13-in. [23 - 33 cm])
NOTE: You cannot choose Turntable Off during
auto cook functions.
casserole. When heating 4 dinner plates, switch the
plates between top and bottom when you turn them.
Using the cooking rack
NOTES:
The cooking rack gives you extra space when
• Only use the cooking rack when cooking at more
than one level.
cooking in more than one container at the same time.
• Use rack only in the microwave oven.
• Do not let food container on rack touch the top or
sides of the oven.
• Do not use rack with browning dish.
• Do not place a metal cooking container on rack.
• Do not store the metal rack in the oven. Do not
operate the oven with the metal rack stored on the
floor of the oven. Damage to the interior finish will
result.
Inserting the rack
Insert the rack securely into the rack supports
on the side walls of the
oven.
• Use oven mitts to remove items from microwave
oven.
• Do not cook foods directly on rack. Put them in
microwave-safe containers first.
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Caring for Your Microwave Oven
Installing and caring for filters
The grease filters should be removed and cleaned
often, at least once a month.
WARNING
NOTE: Your microwave hood combination comes
with a charcoal filter to provide clean recirculated air.
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned and should
be replaced every 6 to 12 months.
You can order replacements (Part No. 4393690) by
calling 1-800-422-1230 and following the instruc-
tions and telephone prompts you hear.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before removing filters.
Replace all panels before operating.
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Failure to do so can result in death
or electrical shock.
Removing, cleaning, and replacing
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
5. To replace the charcoal filters, push each filter
to the back of the
2. To remove the grease filters (Part No.
4393691), push each fil-
ter up on the side oppo-
site the tab. Grasp the
tab and slide the filter to
the side. Pull the filter
downward. It will drop
out.
opening, between the
upper and lower lips
against the springs.
Swing the front of the
filter up against the
upper lip. Slide the filter
forward while pushing it
up against the upper lip.
The filter will now be
held in position between
the lips by the spring.
Upper
lip
Spring
Lower
lip
3. To remove the charcoal filters, push the back
of each filter away from
6. To replace the grease filters, slide each filter
into the outer side of the
filter opening. Make
you. This will slide the
front of the filter off the
lower lip. Swing the
front of the filter down
and slide the filter out.
sure you are sliding in
the side of the filter that
does not have the tab.
Hold the tab with your
other hand. Push up the
tab side of the filter and
slide the filter to the
Upper
lip
Spring
Lower
lip
other side of the
opening to lock into
place.
4. Soak grease filters in hot water and a mild
detergent. Scrub and
swish to remove
7. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
embedded dirt and
grease. Rinse well
and shake to dry.
LYE
BASED
AMMONIA
DISHWASHER
OVEN
CLEANER
NOTE: Do not operate the vent fan without the
grease filters in place.
Do not use
ammonia, corrosive
cleaning agents such
as lye-based oven
cleaners, or place
in a dishwasher. The
filter will turn black or could be damaged.
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Caring for Your Microwave Oven
Replacing the cooktop and oven lights
The cooktop light
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb(s) and replace with
10W low-voltage halogen capsule bulb(s) (Part
No. 8169418). Use a soft tissue to handle bulb(s),
or wear a cotton glove. Do not touch bulb(s) with
your bare fingers.
2. Remove the bulb cover mounting screw and care-
fully remove
the cover.
4. Replace the bulb cover and mounting screw.
5. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power..
The oven light
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
5. Remove the burnt-out bulb by squeezing the wire
clip together, pulling to the
right and lifting up. Replace
the bulb with a 10W low-
2. Remove the two vent grille mounting screws
located above the cover
(the two outer screws).
voltage halogen capsule
bulb (Part No. 8169418).
Use a soft tissue to handle
the lamp, or wear a cotton
glove. Do not touch lamp
with your bare fingers.
6. Close the bulb cover.
7. Slide the top of the vent grille into place. Push the
bottom until it snaps into
3. Tip the grille forward, then lift out to remove.
place. Replace the
mounting screws.
8. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
4. Lift up the bulb cover.
* To order bulbs call 1-800-422-1230 and follow
the instructions and telephone prompts you hear.
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Questions and Answers
QUESTIONS
ANSWERS
Can I operate my microwave oven without the
turntable or turn the turntable over to hold a
large dish?
You can turn off the turntable to heat 2 dinner
plates side by side or one dish that’s larger than the
turntable. However, if you only need to heat one plate
on the turntable, keep the turntable on for best
cooking results. Also, you should not turn over the
turntable. A plate used on the turntable must fit on it
when the turntable is correct side up.
Can I use a rack in my microwave oven so that I
may reheat or cook on two levels at a time?
You can use a rack only if the rack is supplied
with your microwave oven. If you use a rack not
supplied with the microwave oven, you can get poor
cooking performance and/or arcing.
Can I use either metal or aluminum pans in my
microwave oven?
You can use aluminum foil for shielding (use
small, flat pieces), small skewers, and shallow
foil trays (if tray is 3⁄
in. [19 mm] deep or less and
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half filled with food to absorb microwave energy).
Never allow metal to touch walls or door.
Is it normal for the turntable to turn in
either direction?
Yes. The turntable rotates clockwise or counter-
clockwise, depending on the rotation of the
motor when the cooking cycle begins.
Sometimes the door of my microwave oven
appears wavy. Is this normal?
This appearance is normal and does not affect the
operation of your oven.
What are the humming noises that I hear when my
microwave oven is operating?
You hear the sound of the transformer when the
magnetron tube cycles on.
Why does the dish become hot when I microwave
food in it? I thought that this should not happen.
As the food becomes hot it will conduct the heat
to the dish. Be prepared to use hot pads to
remove food after cooking.
Steam is normally produced during cooking. The
microwave oven has been designed to vent this
steam out the vent.
Why does steam come out of the air exhaust vent?
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Troubleshooting
Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind.
Check the lists below and on the next page before calling for assistance or service.
If you still need help, see the “Requesting Assistance or Service” section.
Microwave oven does not work
PROBLEM
CAUSE
Nothing works.
• Power cord is not plugged in. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
• A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped.
• The electric company has had a power failure.
The microwave oven
will not run.
• You are using the oven as a timer. Touch CANCEL/OFF to cancel the
Timer.
• The door is not firmly closed and latched.
• You did not touch START at the end of a function.
• You did not follow directions exactly.
• An operation that you set earlier is still running. Touch CANCEL/OFF to
cancel that operation.
Cooking times
PROBLEM
CAUSE
Food is not cooked
enough.
• The electric supply to your home or wall outlets is low or lower than normal.
Your electric company can tell you if the line voltage is low. Your electrician
or service technician can tell you if the outlet voltage is low.
• The cook power is not at the recommended setting. Check the chart on
page 16.
• You have not allowed enough cooking time for the amount of food being
cooked. Larger amounts of food need longer cooking times.
The display shows a time
counting down but the
oven is not cooking.
• The oven door is not closed completely.
• You have set the controls as a timer. Touch TIMER or CANCEL/OFF
to cancel the Timer.
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Troubleshooting
Turntable
PROBLEM
CAUSE
The turntable will
not turn.
• You have turned off the turntable. (See the “Using 2-4 Plates” section on
Page 30.)
• The turntable is not correctly in place. It should be correct-side up and sitting
firmly on the center shaft.
• The support is not operating correctly. Remove the turntable and restart the
oven. If the support still does not move, call a designated service technician
for repair. Cooking without the turntable can give you poor results.
Tones
CAUSE
PROBLEM
You do not hear the
programming or
end-of-cycle tone.
• You have turned off the tone. (See the “Audible signals” section on Page 10.)
If none of these items are causing your problem, see “Requesting Assistance or Service.”
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Requesting Assistance or Service
To avoid unnecessary service calls, please check the “Troubleshooting” section. It may save you the
cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below.
If you need assistance or service
Call the KitchenAid Customer Interaction Center
• Use and maintenance procedures
• Accessory and repair parts sales
• Specialized customer assistance (Spanish
speaking, hearing impaired, limited vision, etc.)
toll free at
1-800-422-1230.
When calling:
Please provide KitchenAid with the
purchase date, and the complete
• Referrals to local dealers, service companies, and
repair parts distributors
model and serial number of your appliance (see
above). This information will help us better respond
to your request.
KitchenAid designated service technicians are
trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide
after-warranty service anywhere in the United States.
To locate the KitchenAid designated service
company in your area, you can also look in your
telephone directory Yellow Pages.
Our consultants provide assistance with:
• Features and specifications on our full line of
appliances
• Installation information
For further assistance
If you need further assistance, you can write to
KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at:
Please include a daytime phone number in your
correspondence.
KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances
Customer Interaction Center
MD 8020
If you prefer, you can call the Customer
Interaction Center at:
1-800-422-1230
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2400
or, visit our website at:
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Microwave Hood Warranty
LENGTH OF WARRANTY:
KITCHENAID WILL PAY FOR:
ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY
FROM DATE OF PURCHASE
Replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in
materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a KitchenAid
designated servicing company.
SECOND-THROUGH FIFTH-
YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
FROM DATE OF PURCHASE
Replacement of microwave magnetron tube on microwave oven to
correct defects in materials or workmanship.
KITCHENAID WILL NOT PAY FOR:
A. Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation of the oven.
2. Instruct you how to use the oven.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring.
4. Service to replace customer-accessible light bulbs and filters.
B. Repairs when oven is used in other than normal, single-family home use.
C. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation,
or installation not in accordance with local electrical codes, or use of products not approved by
KitchenAid.
D. Replacement of disposable charcoal filter and browning pan that require replacement due to normal use.
E. Any labor costs during the limited warranty.
F. Pickup and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home.
G. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.
H. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States.
7/00
KITCHENAID DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or
limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which may vary from state to state.
Outside the 50 United States, this warranty does not apply. Contact your authorized KitchenAid dealer to
determine if another warranty applies.
If you need service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section of this book. After checking “Troubleshooting,”
additional help can be found by checking the “Requesting Assistance or Service” section or by calling our
Customer Interaction Center telephone number, 1-800-422-1230, from anywhere in the United States.
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