KitchenAid Microwave Oven KHMS2056SBL User Manual

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION  
Use & Care Guide  
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Models KHMS2050S KHMS2056S  
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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, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive  
microwave energy:  
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:  
– Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the microwave oven  
when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed  
inside the oven to facilitate cooking.  
Read all instructions before using the microwave oven.  
Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO  
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE  
MICROWAVE ENERGY” found in this section.  
– Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before  
placing bags in oven.  
– If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn  
oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at  
the fuse or circuit breaker panel.  
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.  
– Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave  
paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when  
not in use.  
Install or locate the microwave oven only in  
accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.  
Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated  
beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible  
bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the  
microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT  
IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN  
THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER  
UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.  
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.  
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.  
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:  
– Do not overheat the liquid.  
– Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.  
– Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.  
As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary  
when used by children.  
– After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave  
oven for a short time before removing the container.  
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.  
– Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into  
the container.  
The microwave oven should be serviced only by  
qualified service personnel. Call an authorized service  
company for examination, repair, or adjustment.  
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.  
See door surface cleaning instructions in the  
“Microwave Oven Care” section.  
Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the  
pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking  
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" (91.44 cm).  
Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave oven.  
Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not  
be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.  
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, or similar  
locations.  
Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in  
the “PAN BROWN” mode (on models with this feature).  
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 store anything directly on top of the microwave  
oven when the microwave oven is in operation.  
When flambeing foods under the hood, turn the fan on.  
Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal  
foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO  
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY  
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open  
since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure  
to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or  
tamper with the safety interlocks.  
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly  
important that the oven door close properly and that there  
is no damage to the:  
(1) Door (bent),  
(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.  
(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.  
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.  
Recommended:  
This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.  
A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker.  
A separate circuit serving only this appliance.  
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PARTS AND FEATURES  
This manual may cover several different models. The model you have purchased may have some or all of the features shown here. The  
appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from the illustrations in this manual.  
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A. Microwave oven door  
B. Metal-shielded window  
C. Control panel  
D. Fan and Lights buttons  
E. Halogen cooktop lights (2)  
F. Exhaust vent (for recirculation)  
(top surface of microwave  
oven)  
G. Intake vent  
H. Door handle  
J. Grease and charcoal filters  
(2 each)  
K. Cooking rack  
L. Microwave oven light  
M. Microwave inlet cover  
N. Door lock system  
O. Model and serial number  
plate  
P. Turntable  
I. Interactive touch display  
Sensor Cooking  
Microwave Oven Cavity Coating  
The microwave oven has a durable, nonstick coating that resists  
soil buildup by making cleaning easier than in conventional  
microwave ovens. See “General Cleaning” section for cleaning  
instructions.  
The microwave system features sensor cooking functions. A  
humidity sensor in the microwave oven cavity detects moisture  
and humidity emitted from food as it heats. The sensor adjusts  
cooking times to various types and amounts of food. Sensor  
cooking takes the guesswork out of microwave cooking.  
Microwave System – OPTIMAWAVE™  
Technology  
Turntable  
The microwave system featuring OPTIMAWAVE™ Technology  
delivers a constant stream of microwave power – true high,  
medium and low power – to provide consistent, even results.  
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Typically, microwave ovens operate on HIGH power only. For  
example, to achieve a 50% power level (“medium”) in a typical  
microwave oven, the microwave oven operates 50% of the time  
at HIGH power and 50% of the time OFF.  
B
C
In contrast, microwave ovens utilizing this microwave system  
deliver the selected power level continuously. This constant  
stream of microwave power helps to minimize overcooking of  
foods and messy food spatters.  
A. Glass turntable  
B. Support  
C. Hub  
The turntable can rotate in either direction to help cook food  
more evenly. Do not operate the microwave oven without having  
the turntable in place. See “Assistance or Service” to reorder any  
of the parts.  
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To Install:  
To Turn On/Off:  
1. Touch TURNTABLE (ON/OFF).  
1. Place the support on the microwave oven cavity bottom.  
2. Place the turntable on the support.  
The display shows the Turntable On/Off screen.  
Fit the raised, curved lines in the center of the turntable  
bottom between the three spokes of the hub. The rollers on  
the support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge.  
Turning Off the Turntable  
The turntable can be turned off for manual cooking cycles only.  
This is helpful when cooking with plates that are larger than the  
turntable, or when cooking with two plates that are side by side.  
When the manual cycle is over, the turntable will automatically  
default to the “ON” mode.  
2. Select “Off,” then touch “Ok.”  
The turntable off indicator will appear on the display.  
Repeat to turn the turntable back on.  
ACCESSORIES  
The following accessories have been provided with your new microwave oven. Any of the parts may be ordered for replacement.  
Cooking Rack  
Browning Pan and Handle  
The rectangular cooking rack is ideal for two-level cooking. It  
provides extra cavity space for cooking 2 or more containers at  
the same time. Insert the rack securely into the rack supports on  
the side walls of the microwave oven. See “Assistance or  
Service” to order replacement parts.  
The browning pan, with its nonstick surface and detachable  
handle, has been specially designed for microwave use, and is  
ideal for pan-frying (pan-browning) foods in the microwave oven.  
See “Browning Pan” section.  
Use the handle to grasp the pan. Place gripping end on the edge  
of pan, squeeze handle and lift pan. See “Assistance or Service”  
to order replacement parts. See “General Cleaning” for cleaning  
instructions.  
When not using the rack for cooking, remove it from the  
microwave oven. Damage to the microwave oven could result  
if someone unintentionally turns on the microwave oven.  
Rack will become hot. Always use oven mitts or pot holders  
when handling.  
To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not allow the  
rack to touch the inside cavity walls, ceiling or floor.  
Use the rack only when cooking on 2 levels.  
To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not use metal  
cookware, utensils, or a browning dish with the rack.  
To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not let food  
container on rack touch the top or sides of the microwave  
oven.  
For best cooking results, do not use browning pan on rack.  
Remove rack before using Popcorn function.  
Do not cook food directly on the rack. Always use a  
microwave-safe container.  
The rack is designed specifically for this microwave oven. Do  
not attempt to use any other rack (besides those supplied  
with the microwave oven) in this microwave oven.  
To avoid damage to the microwave oven due to soil buildup,  
clean rack supports often (see “General Cleaning” section).  
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MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL  
The microwave oven’s controls are accessed through its control panel and interactive touch display.  
NOTE: Due to the sensitivity of the control panel, we have provided special instructions for cleaning the panel as well as the touch  
screen display. See “General Cleaning” section for cleaning instructions.  
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A. Control panel  
B. Interactive touch display  
Touch Screen  
Control Panel  
The control panel houses basic controls and one-touch  
The LCD touch screen is used to make menu selections, adjust  
settings and input commands.  
automatic function controls. The control pads are very sensitive,  
and require only a light touch to activate.  
For more information about the individual controls, see their  
respective sections in this manual.  
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Interactive Touch Display  
B
C
The display area functions as both a display and an interactive,  
menu-driven touch control. It is designed to be easily navigable,  
guiding you through the menus, offering multiple selections,  
accepting your input and executing your commands. It also  
provides instructions, tips, and graphics.  
Display  
A. Title/description region  
B. Menu and selection/settings input region  
C. Command input region  
When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, the  
welcome screen appears, asking whether you would like to set  
the clock. Touch “Yes” and set the clock (see “Clock” section), or  
touch “No” and the time will default to 12:00 p.m. If the welcome  
screen appears at any other time, a power failure has occurred.  
Reset the clock if needed.  
Menu selections and input adjustments are made in the center  
portion of the screen, and the command inputs (start, continue,  
back, cancel, etc.) are made in the bottom portion of the screen.  
Screen titles and descriptions are displayed in the top portion of  
the screen, which accepts no input. A light- to medium-pressure  
touch of the fingertip will activate the menu choice.  
When the microwave oven is not in use (in standby mode), the  
display shows the Main Menu and the date and time of day, if  
they are set to be displayed. See “Clock” and “Date” sections.  
After 2 minutes of inactivity, the display will go into sleep mode.  
See “Display Backlight” section.  
During programming, the display shows menus, servings and  
weights, cooking time/power/temperature settings, preheating  
instructions, and/or cookware and preparation instructions.  
During a cooking cycle, the display shows progress bar (sensor  
functions only, see “Progress Bar” section), cooking animation  
(see “Cooking Animation” section), and the countdown of cook  
time remaining. The display will also give prompts to tend to the  
food during certain automatic cycles.  
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Main Menu  
The Main Menu is displayed on the default screen.  
4. On Browning Pan-Poultry Breast screen, touch “2 pieces.”  
Weight guidelines appear below the quantity selections.  
From the Main Menu, all automatic cooking programs can be  
activated; all manual cooking can be programmed; settings can  
be adjusted; and instructions, preparation and tips can be  
accessed.  
5. On Poultry Breast screen, follow the instructions, then touch  
“Start Preheat.”  
The following demonstrates how to pan brown 2 boneless  
chicken breasts, using the Cook Method menus, starting from the  
Main Menu:  
1. On Main Menu, touch “Cook Method.”  
While the browning pan preheats, the cooking animation and  
countdown are active in the display.  
2. On Cook Method screen, touch “Browning Pan.”  
6. When preheating is finished, follow the instructions on the  
Preheat Finished screen, then touch “Continue.”  
If more or less cook time is desired, adjust doneness before  
touching “Continue.”  
3. On Browning Pan screen, touch “Poultry Brst Boneless.”  
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While the poultry breasts are being pan browned, the cooking  
animation and countdown are active in the display.  
Settings & Info  
Microwave oven features may be activated and/or changed, and  
display characteristics may be adjusted using the “Settings &  
Info” menu. Following is a brief description of each option.  
OPTION  
SETTING  
Clock  
Adjust time: set or hide clock.  
See “Clock” section.  
Contact  
Info  
Find contact information: toll-free number and  
website.  
Date  
Set date: month, day and year.  
Hide date.  
About halfway through the cycle, the microwave oven will  
stop, and the display will direct you to turn over the poultry  
breasts.  
See “Date” section.  
View sales demonstration.  
See “Demo Mode” section.  
Demo  
Mode  
7. Touch “Continue” to resume pan browning.  
When the cycle is over, the Finished screen appears.  
Display  
Backlight  
Set backlight brightness: reduce after  
2 minutes or turn off after 2 minutes.  
See “Display Backlight” section.  
Display  
Contrast  
Set level of contrast between minimum and  
maximum using “+” and “-” controls.  
See “Display Contrast” section  
Hints  
View comprehensive lists of hints for general  
operation and care of microwave oven:  
Cleaning: cavity, control panel, odors and  
turntable.  
Cookware: covers, depth, materials and  
shape.  
If you would like to either add more time or keep the food  
warm, you may do so at this time.  
Food: eggs, moisture, quantity and shape.  
8. If the doneness is satisfactory, touch “Cancel” to return to the  
default screen.  
Methods: arranging, covering, defrosting and  
standing.  
The same cooking can also be accomplished using the “Food  
Type” menus instead of the “Cook Method” menu.  
Power levels: list of microwave power levels  
and sample foods for each.  
1. On Main Menu, touch “Food Type,” then “More Choices.”  
2. Touch “Poultry,” and then “More Choices.”  
3. Touch “Poultry Breast: Pan.”  
Learning  
Mode  
Turn on or off.  
See “Learning Mode” section.  
Set tone volume using “+” and “-” controls.  
See “Tones” section.  
This takes you to the same Browning Pan-Poultry Breast  
screen as in the Cook Method sequence.  
Volume  
4. Follow steps 4-8 in Cook Method sequence.  
See “Learning Mode” section to see how to practice navigating  
through the menus without turning on the microwave generator.  
1. On Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”  
2. Touch desired option (touch “More Choices” for more  
categories), then follow the instructions on the screen to  
select and/or adjust settings.  
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Clock  
Display Backlight  
This is a standard 12-hour clock (12:00 AM-11:59 PM). When  
power is first supplied to the microwave oven, or after a power  
failure, the “Welcome” screen will appear, asking whether you  
would like to set the clock. If you choose to set the clock at that  
time, the display will take you directly to the Clock screen. If you  
choose not to set the clock, the time of day will default to  
12:00 p.m., and the clock will be displayed and continue to keep  
time.  
Display backlight may be set to reduce brightness or to turn off  
during sleep mode.  
Sleep mode is an energy-saving feature that darkens the display  
backlight after 2 minutes of inactivity. During sleep mode, only  
the time and date are visible, along with instruction to touch the  
display to reactivate the Main Menu.  
To Set Display Backlight:  
1. On Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”  
To Set Clock:  
2. Touch “Display Backlight.”  
1. On Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”  
3. Select setting: reduce after 2 minutes or off after 2 minutes.  
4. Touch “OK.”  
2. On Settings & Info screen, touch “Clock.”  
3. On Clock screen, set the time of day and date, if desired, and  
select AM or PM.  
Display Contrast  
To Hide Clock: On Clock screen, touch “Hide Clock.” The  
display will immediately return to the Main Menu.  
Display contrast has numerous settings, ranging from minimum  
to maximum.  
To Set Display Contrast:  
Date  
1. On Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”  
The date may be set and displayed on the Main Menu screen.  
The default setting is Jan. 1.  
2. Touch “Display Contrast.”  
3. Using “+” and “-” controls, increase or decrease the contrast.  
4. Touch “OK.”  
To Set Date:  
1. On Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”  
2. On Settings & Info screen, touch “Date.”  
3. On Date screen, use number pads to set the month, day and  
year.  
To Hide Date: On Date screen, touch “Hide Date.” The display  
will immediately return to the Main Menu. Repeat to display the  
date.  
Demo Mode  
The Demo Mode highlights the features and capabilities of the  
microwave oven in a slide show on the display.  
To Activate Demo Mode:  
1. On the Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”  
2. On Settings & Info screen, touch “Demo Mode.”  
The demonstration immediately begins. You can move  
forward or back in the demonstration by touching “Next  
Page” or “Back,” or wait for the screen to advance. When the  
demonstration is over, it automatically loops back to the  
beginning and starts again.  
3. Touch “Cancel” on the touch screen, or touch OFF control to  
cancel Demo Mode and return the display to the Main Menu.  
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Learning Mode  
Tones  
The Learning Mode is ideal for learning how to use the  
microwave oven. When set, functions can be entered, with real  
displays and tones, without actually turning on the microwave  
generator (magnetron). While functions are operating in the  
Learning Mode, the microwave oven light will come on, the fan  
will run, and the turntable will rotate (if set ON).  
Tones are audible signals, indicating the following:  
One Tone  
Valid entry (short tone)  
Two Tones  
While the Learning Mode is active, the Learn indicator is visible in  
the upper, right title area, or at the bottom command input area.  
The indicator is visible while the microwave oven is in standby  
mode, during programming, and during Settings & Info menu  
navigation. During a “practice” cooking cycle, the Learn indicator  
is visible in the lower, left command input area.  
Between stages (short tones)  
Reminder, repeat each minute for 10 minutes after the end-  
of-cycle tones  
End of Timer countdown  
Hidden feature entered or exited (very short, quick tones)  
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Three Tones  
Invalid entry (very short, quick tones)  
Retry Error  
Four Tones  
End of cycle (2 short tones, followed by 2 longer tones)  
Interruption, tend to food (short tones)  
Attention - door needs to be opened and closed  
To Adjust Tone Volume:  
1. On Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”  
2. On Settings & Info screen, touch “More Choices.”  
3. Touch “Volume.”  
4. Using “+” and “-” controls, increase or decrease the volume  
setting, or turn the tones off.  
5. Touch “Ok.”  
Start  
The START control will start any function.  
If non-sensor cooking is interrupted, touching the START control  
pad will resume the preset cycle.  
If the microwave oven has not been in use and the door has not  
been opened in the past 5 minutes, the cooking function will not  
start. Open and close the door, then touch START to start or  
resume the cooking cycle.  
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A. Indicators for Learning Mode  
For added convenience, the “Start” touch pad is also available on  
some display screens, and provides the same function as the  
START control pad.  
To Activate Learning Mode:  
1. On the Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.”  
2. On Settings & Info screen, touch “More Choices.”  
3. Touch “Learning Mode.”  
4. Touch “On” or “Off” to set.  
5. Touch “Ok.”  
Off  
The OFF control stops all functions except for the Timer and  
Learning Mode, and cancels programming in progress.  
The microwave oven will also turn off when the door is opened.  
Close the door and touch START control or “Continue” on the  
touch screen to resume the cycle. A sensor cooking cycle may  
not be resumed if interrupted by opening the door.  
Clear  
During programming, the CLEAR control changes the numeric  
programming values, such as minutes, seconds and cook power  
that are active in the display to their default value. For example,  
while entering a cook time, touching CLEAR will change the time  
you have already entered to “0:00.” The CLEAR control gives an  
invalid signal (see “Tones” section) if touched during cooking.  
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Timer  
Control Lock  
The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds, up to 99 minutes,  
and counts down the set time.  
The Control Lock disables all controls to avoid unintended use of  
the microwave oven. The only control that will function while the  
Control Lock is active is the OFF pad on the control panel.  
NOTE: The Timer does not start or stop the microwave oven.  
Control Lock activation is possible only when the display is at the  
Main Menu.  
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To Activate Control Lock: Touch and hold OFF control for  
5 seconds. Two tones will sound, and the display will show the  
padlock icon.  
A. Timer indicator  
While the Timer is in use, the microwave oven can still operate.  
During a microwave oven operation, the Timer countdown will be  
minimized. If the Timer ends while microwave oven is still  
operating, the end-of-Timer tones will sound, and the set  
operating mode will remain active on the screen.  
If any controls are touched while the Control Lock is active, the  
“Control Lock” reminder screen appears for 5 seconds.  
To Set Timer:  
1. Touch TIMER control.  
2. Using the number pads, enter desired time in minutes and  
seconds, and then touch “Start Timer.”  
The countdown will be in full screen view.  
3. Touch “Ok” to minimize the timer.  
To see the countdown in full screen view, touch TIMER control.  
The time can be reset during the countdown by touching TIMER,  
entering a new time, then touching “Ok,” or the START control.  
To Deactivate Control Lock: Touch and hold OFF control for  
5 seconds. Two tones will sound, and the padlock icon will be  
removed from the display.  
To Cancel: Touch TIMER control, then touch “Cancel Timer.”  
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TRUCAPTURE® Vent Fan  
and Cooktop Lights  
Cooking Animation  
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B
Lights  
Vent Fan  
A. Cooking with microwaves  
B. Turntable icon  
H-M-L-O  
ff  
Max-Off  
The cooking animation appears during any cooking cycle,  
whether automatic or manual. The animation shows what type of  
cooking is taking place.  
The microwave oven’s hood controls, on the lower, left side of the  
microwave oven (see “Parts and Features”) operate the vent fan  
and cooktop lights.  
Progress Bar  
TRUCAPTURE® Vent Fan  
The vent fan has 3 regular speeds: high, medium and low. The  
vent fan also has a max speed, which is the highest speed.  
To protect the microwave oven, the vent fan will automatically  
turn on at high speed if the temperature from the cooking surface  
below gets too hot. It may stay on for up to 1 hour to cool the  
microwave oven. When this occurs, the vent fan cannot be  
turned off. After the microwave oven has cooled, the vent fan will  
automatically turn off.  
NOTE: For optimal TRUCAPTURE® vent system performance,  
turn on the vent fan before using the cooking surface below. This  
will maximize steam capture.  
To Operate Vent Fan: Press VENT FAN H-M-L-OFF repeatedly  
to cycle through the settings: high, medium, low and off. Touch  
VENT FAN MAX-OFF to turn on the max speed. The status will be  
displayed for a few seconds while the settings are being  
adjusted.  
A
B
A. Cooking animation  
B. Progress bar  
The progress bar is a visual picture of the estimated running time  
of a sensor cooking cycle. It will appear at the beginning of  
sensor cooking functions. A horizontal bar appears below the  
word “Sensing,” and shows progress by the darkening of the bar  
left to right. Some time after the progress bar appears, it may be  
replaced by “Maximum Time Remaining” indicator and the  
estimated remaining time, which may fluctuate often. When  
sensing is finished, “Time Remaining” will appear with the actual  
remaining cook time.  
Cooktop Lights  
The cooktop lights have 3 brightness settings: high, medium and  
low.  
To Turn Light On/Off: Press LIGHTS button repeatedly to cycle  
through the settings: high, medium, low and off. The status will  
be displayed for a few seconds while the settings are being  
adjusted.  
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MICROWAVE OVEN USE  
A magnetron in the oven produces microwaves which reflect off  
the metal floor, walls and ceiling and pass through the turntable  
and appropriate cookware to the food. Microwaves are attracted  
to and absorbed by fat, sugar and water molecules in the food,  
causing them to move, producing friction and heat which cooks  
the food.  
Cooking Guidelines  
Covering  
Covering food helps retain moisture, shorten cook time and  
reduce spattering. Use the lid supplied with cookware. If a lid is  
not available, wax paper, paper towels or plastic wrap approved  
for microwave ovens may be used. Plastic wrap should be turned  
back at one corner to provide an opening to vent steam.  
Condensation on the door and cavity surfaces is normal during  
heavy cooking.  
To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not lean on or  
allow children to swing on the microwave oven door.  
To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not operate  
when it is empty.  
The turntable must be in place and correct side up when  
microwave oven is in use. Do not use if turntable is chipped  
or broken. See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder.  
Stirring and Turning  
Stirring and turning redistribute heat evenly to avoid overcooking  
the outer edges of food. Stir from outside to center. If possible,  
turn food over from bottom to top.  
Baby bottles and baby food jars should not be heated in  
microwave oven.  
Clothes, flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, gourds, paper, including  
brown paper bags and newspaper, should not be dried in  
microwave oven.  
Arranging  
If heating irregularly shaped or different sized foods, arrange the  
thinner parts and smaller sized items toward the center. If  
cooking several items of the same size and shape, place them in  
a ring pattern, leaving the center of the ring empty.  
Do not use the microwave oven for canning, sterilizing or  
deep frying.  
Paraffin wax will not melt in the microwave oven because it  
does not absorb microwaves.  
Piercing  
Before heating, use a fork or small knife to pierce or prick foods  
that have a skin or membrane, such as potatoes, egg yolks,  
chicken livers, hot dogs, and sausage. Prick in several places to  
allow steam to vent.  
Use oven mitts or pot holders when removing containers from  
microwave oven.  
Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the recommended  
cook time, potatoes should be slightly firm. Let potatoes  
stand for 5 minutes. They will finish cooking while standing.  
Shielding  
Use small, flat pieces of aluminum foil to shield the thin pieces of  
irregularly shaped foods, bones and foods such as chicken  
wings, leg tips and fish tail. See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” first.  
Do not cook or reheat whole eggs inside the shell. Steam  
buildup in whole eggs may cause them to burst. Cover  
poached eggs and allow a standing time.  
Standing Time  
Food will continue to cook by the natural conduction of heat even  
after the microwave cooking cycle ends. The length of standing  
time depends on the volume and density of the food.  
Food Characteristics  
When microwave cooking, the amount, size and shape, starting  
temperature, composition and density of the food affect cooking  
results.  
Amount of Food  
The more food heated at once, the longer the cook time needed.  
Check for doneness and add small increments of time if  
necessary.  
Size and Shape  
Smaller pieces of food will cook more quickly than larger pieces,  
and uniformly shaped foods cook more evenly than irregularly  
shaped food.  
Starting Temperature  
Room temperature foods will heat faster than refrigerated foods,  
and refrigerated foods will heat faster than frozen foods.  
Composition and Density  
Foods high in fat and sugar will reach a higher temperature, and  
will heat faster than other foods. Heavy, dense foods, such as  
meat and potatoes, require a longer cook time than the same size  
of a light, porous food, such as cake.  
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Always use the turntable.  
Cookware and Dinnerware  
Do not allow contact with another metal object during  
microwave cooking.  
Cookware and dinnerware must fit on the turntable. Always use  
oven mitts or pot holders when handling because any dish may  
become hot from heat transferred from the food. Do not use  
cookware and dinnerware with gold or silver trim. Use the  
following chart as a guide, then test before using.  
Do Not Use  
Metal cookware and bakeware, gold, silver, pewter, non-  
approved meat thermometers, skewers, twist ties, foil liners  
such as sandwich wrappers, staples and objects with gold or  
silver trim or a metallic glaze should not be used in the  
microwave oven.  
MATERIAL  
RECOMMENDATIONS  
Aluminum Foil,  
Metal  
See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” section.  
Browning Dish  
Bottom must be at least 3/16" (5 mm)  
above the turntable. Follow manufacturer’s  
recommendations.  
Microwave Cooking Power  
Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking  
power to use by percent, name or number. For example,  
70%=7=Medium-High.  
Ceramic Glass,  
Glass  
Acceptable for use.  
Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested  
cooking power of specific foods.  
China,  
Earthenware  
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.  
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.  
PERCENT/NAME  
USE  
Melamine  
100%, High (default Quick heating convenience foods and  
Paper: Towels,  
Dinnerware,  
Napkins  
Use nonrecycled and those approved by  
the manufacturer for microwave oven use.  
setting)  
90%  
foods with high water content, such as  
soups, beverages and most vegetables.  
Cooking small tender pieces of meat,  
ground meat and poultry pieces.  
Plastic: Wraps,  
Bags, Covers,  
Dinnerware,  
Containers  
Use those approved by the manufacturer  
for microwave oven use.  
Heating cream soups.  
80%  
Heating rice, pasta or casseroles.  
Cooking and heating foods that need a  
cook power lower than high, such as  
meat loaf.  
Pottery and Clay  
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.  
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.  
Silicone  
Bakeware  
70%,  
Medium-High  
Reheating a single serving of food.  
Cooking fish fillets.  
Straw, Wicker,  
Wooden  
Do not use in microwave oven.  
Containers  
60%  
Cooking sensitive foods such as cheese  
and egg dishes, pudding and custards.  
Styrofoam®†  
Do not use in microwave oven.  
Acceptable for use.  
Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such  
as lasagna.  
Wax Paper  
50%, Medium  
40%  
Cooking ham, whole poultry, whole fish  
and pot roasts.  
To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for Microwave Use:  
1. Place cookware or dinnerware in microwave oven with  
1 cup (250 mL) of water beside it.  
Simmering stews.  
Heating bread, rolls and pastries.  
2. Cook at 100% cooking power for 1 minute.  
Do not use cookware or dinnerware if it becomes hot and the  
water stays cool.  
30%, Medium-Low Melting chocolate, butter and  
marshmallows.  
20%  
Defrosting bread, fish, meats, poultry and  
precooked foods.  
Aluminum Foil and Metal  
Always use oven mitts or pot holders when removing dishes from  
the microwave oven.  
Softening ice cream, butter and cheese.  
10%, Low  
Taking chill out of fruit.  
Aluminum foil and some metal can be used in the microwave  
oven. If not used properly, arcing (a blue flash of light) can occur  
and cause damage to the microwave oven.  
OK for Use  
Racks and bakeware supplied with the microwave oven (on some  
models), aluminum foil for shielding, and approved meat  
thermometers may be used with the following guidelines:  
Do not allow aluminum foil or metal to touch the inside cavity  
walls, ceiling or floor.  
†®STYROFOAM is a Registered Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company.  
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MANUAL COOKING  
Add a Minute  
Manual Method Cooking  
The ADD A MINUTE control automatically starts the microwave  
oven at 100% power for 1 minute, and adds 1 minute of cook  
time, up to 10 minutes, with each additional touch of the control.  
Time may be added in 1-minute increments by touching ADD A  
MINUTE, or by minutes and seconds using the interactive touch  
screen display. Cook power or cook time may be changed after  
cooking begins by using the “Adjust Settings” control. While  
settings are being adjusted, the countdown freezes, and then  
resumes when adjustments are made.  
The Manual Method control on the Main Menu is for manual  
cooking by cooking method. There are 9 methods from which to  
choose. Some of the methods have set power levels that cannot  
be changed. Use the following chart as a guide.  
METHOD  
COOKWARE  
POWER/TEMP  
SETTINGS  
Reheat  
Defrost  
Cook  
Microwave-safe 10-100%; 100% default  
Microwave-safe 20% only  
Micro Time/Power Cooking  
Microwave-safe 10-100%; 100% default  
Microwave-safe 30% only  
The MICRO TIME/POWER control is for manual microwave  
cooking.  
Melt  
Boil & Simmer Microwave-safe Enter desired time.  
Browning Pan Browning Pan 100% only  
To Use MICRO TIME/POWER:  
1. Place food on the turntable, and close the door.  
2. Touch MICRO TIME/POWER control pad.  
Soften  
Microwave-safe 20% only  
3. Use number pads to enter the cook time in minutes and  
Steam Cook  
Keep Warm  
Microwave-safe Enter desired time.  
Microwave-safe 10% only  
seconds.  
If using 100% cooking power, skip Step 4.  
4. Touch “Cook Power: 100%,” and then use number pad to  
To Use:  
adjust the power level, between 10% and 100%.  
1. Place food on the turntable, and close the door.  
2. Touch “Manual Method” on the Main Menu.  
3. Select a method from the chart.  
5. Touch “Start” on the touch screen, or START control.  
The display will count down the cook time.  
During the countdown, cook time and/or cooking power may  
be changed by touching “Adjust Settings” on the touch  
screen, and following the prompts.  
4. Follow instructions on the display to program cooking time,  
temperature and/or cooking power.  
5. Touch “Start” on the touch screen, or START control.  
When the cycle ends, the end-of-cycle tones will sound,  
followed by reminder tones.  
The display will count down the cook time.  
During the countdown, cook time and some cooking powers  
and/or temperatures may be changed by touching “Adjust  
Settings” on the touch screen, and adjusting the remaining  
time, cooking power and/or temperature.  
6. Touch OFF control or open the door to stop reminder tones.  
The display will return to the Main Menu after OFF control is  
touched.  
When the cycle ends, the end-of-cycle tones will sound,  
followed by reminder tones.  
6. Touch OFF control or open the door to stop reminder tones.  
The display will return to the Main Menu after OFF control is  
touched.  
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Keep Warm  
Cooking in Stages (or steps)  
Manual cooking may be done in stages (or steps), up to 4 stages  
total. The first stage may be programmed using any of the  
manual controls. The stages may be reviewed at any time during  
programming and/or cooking by touching “Review Steps” on the  
touch screen.  
WARNING  
Food Poisoning Hazard  
Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before  
or after cooking.  
NOTE: Manual Defrost can be programmed only as the 1st stage,  
and is not available for subsequent stage programming.  
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.  
To Cook in Stages:  
1. Follow steps 1-4 in “Micro Time/Power Cooking,”  
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 it can be programmed to follow a cooking cycle.  
See “Cooking in Stages” section.  
or  
follow steps 1-4 in “Manual Method Cooking.”  
2. Touch “Add A Step” on the touch screen.  
Cover plates of food.  
3. Select cook method, and follow screen prompts to program  
Cover foods that were covered while being cooked.  
the next stage.  
Do not cover baked goods such as pastries, pies, turnovers,  
etc.  
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program each additional stage.  
5. Touch “Start” on the touch screen, or START control.  
The display will show the cycling stage’s cook time and  
cooking power, and will count down each stage in turn.  
To Use:  
1. Place hot cooked food on the turntable, and close the door.  
During the countdown, cook time and/or cooking power for  
the cycling stage may be changed by touching “Adjust  
Settings” on the touch screen, and following the prompts.  
2. Touch KEEP WARM control.  
3. Adjust warm time, if desired.  
4. Touch “Start” on the touch screen, or START control.  
The display will count down the warm time.  
Each stage will immediately follow the previous stage, and  
between cycle tones will sound when each new stage begins.  
During the countdown, warm time may be changed by  
touching “Adjust Settings” on the touch screen, and adjusting  
the remaining time.  
When the cycle ends, the end-of-cycle tones will sound,  
followed by reminder tones.  
6. Touch OFF control or open the door to stop reminder tones.  
The display will return to the Main Menu after OFF control is  
touched.  
When the cycle ends, the end-of-cycle tones will sound,  
followed by reminder tones.  
5. Touch OFF control or open the door to stop reminder tones  
and return to the Main Menu.  
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PROGRAMMED COOKING  
Sensor Cooking  
Popcorn  
Some automatic cycles are sensor cycles. See “Cook Method  
Chart.” No amounts need to be entered. A sensor in the  
microwave oven detects humidity released from the food as it  
heats, and adjusts the cook time accordingly. The progress bar  
appears during sensing (see “Progress Bar” section).  
Popcorn is a sensor function. The sensor determines the  
appropriate popping time of commercially packaged  
microwavable popcorn.  
The sensor will determine accurate popping times for bag sizes:  
3.5 oz (99 g), 3.0 oz (85 g) or 1.75 oz (50 g). For bag sizes not  
listed in this section, follow directions on the package.  
Many sensor cycles require the covering of foods. Microwave-  
safe containers or steamers with loose-fitting lids are  
recommended. The loose-fitting lid allows enough steam to  
escape to be detected by the sensor. When covering foods with  
plastic wrap, be sure to leave a large enough vent opening to  
allow the steam to escape.  
NOTE: During Popcorn function, as with all microwave cooking  
functions, the microwave oven should be attended at all times.  
Listen for popping to slow to 1 pop every 1 or 2 seconds, then  
stop the cycle.  
For best results, do not place bag on cooking rack.  
NOTES:  
To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not use regular  
paper bags or glassware.  
The microwave oven should be plugged in for at least  
2 minutes.  
Pop only 1 package of popcorn at a time.  
The microwave oven cavity and the exterior of the cooking  
container should be dry.  
Follow manufacturer’s instructions when using a microwave  
popcorn popper.  
The room temperature should not exceed 95°F (35°C).  
Do not try to pop unpopped kernels.  
If the door is opened during a sensor cycle, sensing will stop  
and the program will be canceled.  
Use fresh bags of popcorn for optimal results.  
Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content.  
Preheating  
To Use Popcorn:  
Preheating of the browning pan is programmed in many  
automatic cooking cycles. This preheating phase may also be  
skipped by touching “Skip Preheat.”  
1. Place popcorn bag on the turntable, and close the door.  
2. Touch POPCORN control.  
The microwave oven will start automatically. The display will  
show when the microwave oven is sensing, and will start  
counting down the time when sensing has finished.  
For optimal results, we recommend completing the preheating  
phase of each cycle in which preheating is programmed.  
When the cycle ends, the end-of-cycle tones will sound,  
followed by reminder tones.  
Doneness  
Doneness for food items may be adjusted for most automatic  
cycles. Before starting a cycle, touch “Doneness” on the touch  
screen, and adjust the doneness with “+” (more done) or “-” (less  
done) controls. The “+” control adds to, and the “-” control  
subtracts from the recommended default cook time.  
3. Touch OFF control or open the door to stop reminder tones.  
The display will return to the Main Menu after OFF control is  
touched.  
The more done and less done settings in most foods for which  
doneness may be adjusted are equal. That is, the same amount  
of time may be added to or subtracted from the cycle. Some of  
the Meat and Poultry cycles have only the more done settings.  
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Using Food Type  
Reheat  
The Food Type menu has 12 methods from which to choose.  
The Reheat menu has a selection of main food categories, plus a  
shortcut to Manual Reheat (see “Manual Method Cooking”  
section).  
Breakfast Food  
Liquids  
Dairy/Dessert  
Snacks  
Frozen Food  
Vegetable  
Fish/Seafood  
Poultry  
Beverage  
Muffin  
Casserole Leftover  
Pizza Leftover  
Soup  
Meal  
Roll  
Bread  
Casserole Leftover  
Meat  
Grains (Pasta/Rice)  
Sauce  
Manual Reheat  
This menu allows you to choose what specific food item you  
want to cook, and then choose how you would like to cook it, if  
there is more than 1 cook method available. All cook methods  
and foods are available through this menu.  
See “Cook Method Chart” for food item details, such as specific  
food items available, sensor functions and amounts.  
To Use: Place food on the turntable, and close the door. Touch  
“Cook Method” on Main Menu, touch “Reheat,” and then follow  
screen prompts to make your selections, prepare your food and/  
or microwave oven for reheating, and start the cycle.  
See “Food Type Chart” in this manual, or review your Quick  
Reference Guide for all of the food items and programmed  
cycles.  
See “Main Menu” section for an example of how using the Food  
Type menu works.  
Defrost  
The Defrost menu has a selection of main food categories, plus a  
shortcut to Manual Defrost (see “Manual Method Cooking”  
section).  
To Use: Place food on the turntable, and close the door. Touch  
“Food Type” on Main Menu, select your food category, and then  
follow the screen prompts to select your specific food item and  
cook method, and to start the cycle.  
Bread  
Fish/Seafood  
Meat  
Poultry  
Manual Defrost  
Using Cook Method  
The Cook Method menu has 8 methods from which to choose.  
Defrost should not be used for food left out of the freezer for  
more than 20 minutes, or for frozen ready-made food.  
Reheat  
Boil & Simmer  
Soften  
Defrost  
Cook  
Melt  
Food should be 0°F (-18°C) or colder at the time the cycle is  
started for optimal results. How foods are stored can affect  
results.  
Browning Pan  
Steam Cook  
Unwrap foods and remove lids (for example, from fruit juice  
containers) before defrosting.  
This menu allows you to start with the type of cooking you want,  
and then choose your specific food item. All food items are  
available through this menu.  
Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than thick blocks.  
Separate food pieces as soon as possible during or at the  
end of the cycle for more even defrosting.  
See each method’s respective section in this manual for method  
details.  
Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such  
as chicken wings, leg tips and fish tails. See “Aluminum Foil  
and Metal” first.  
See “Cook Method Chart” for all of the programmed cycles.  
See “Main Menu” section for an example of how using the Cook  
Method menu works.  
See “Cook Method Chart” for specific food items and amounts.  
To Use: Place food on the turntable, and close the door. Touch  
“Cook Method” on Main Menu, select your desired method, and  
then follow the screen prompts to select your food item and to  
start the cycle.  
To Use: Place food on the turntable, and close the door. Touch  
“Cook Method” on Main Menu, touch “Defrost,” and then follow  
screen prompts to make your selections, and to start the cycle.  
Defrost programs are set by the weight of the food item in  
pounds and/or ounces. If the weight is not known, touch “Weight  
Unknown” on the touch screen, and follow the prompts.  
Preparation instructions for each food item will be displayed  
while you are programming the cycle.  
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Cook  
Browning Pan  
The Cook menu has a selection of main food categories, plus a  
shortcut to Manual Cook (see “Manual Method Cooking” section)  
The Browning Pan menu has a selection of main food categories,  
plus a shortcut to Manual Browning Pan (see “Manual Method  
Cooking” section).  
Cereal/Oatmeal  
Fish/Seafood  
Pasta  
Couscous  
Frozen Food  
Poultry  
Egg  
Meat  
Rice  
Egg  
Fish Steak  
Nuts  
Frozen Food  
Poultry Breast  
Boneless  
Meat  
Vegetable  
Manual Cook  
Manual  
Sausage  
Browning Pan  
See “Cook Method Chart” for food item details, such as sensor  
functions, convection functions and amounts.  
The Browning Pan function uses the specially designed browning  
pan (provided with microwave oven) to brown, crisp, and pan-fry  
foods in the microwave oven. While microwaves heat food from  
above, they also heat the pan very quickly from below to brown  
and crisp the food.  
To Use: Place food on the turntable, and close the door. Touch  
“Cook Method” on Main Menu, touch “Cook,” and then follow  
screen prompts to make your selections, prepare your food and/  
or microwave oven for cooking, and start the cycle.  
Some Browning Pan cycles are programmed to preheat the  
empty pan for 3 minutes before cooking begins. When the  
preheating cycle is complete, the microwave oven will stop and  
prompt you to add the food to the browning pan. The microwave  
oven may prompt you to turn over the food during the cycle.  
Boil & Simmer  
The Boil & Simmer menu has a selection of main food categories,  
plus a shortcut to Manual Boil & Simmer (see “Manual Method  
Cooking” section).  
See “Cook Method Chart” for specific food items and amounts.  
Couscous  
Rice  
Dried Pasta  
Fresh Pasta  
Microwave oven cavity and door will become very hot during  
the Browning Pan cycle. The use of oven mitts is  
recommended.  
Manual  
Boil & Simmer  
The browning pan will become very hot. Use oven mitts to  
grasp and remove the pan from the microwave oven. To avoid  
damage, do not place hot browning pan directly on heat-  
sensitive surfaces.  
Boil & Simmer is a sensor function.  
See “Cook Method Chart” for specific food items and amounts.  
Follow recommended water and food amounts that appear  
on the display.  
Use detachable handle when handling hot browning pan.  
Use a microwave-safe dish with a loose-fitting lid.  
Do not use plastic utensils on the browning pan, as it  
becomes very hot quickly and could melt the utensils.  
For best results, do not use plastic wrap as a cover during the  
Boil & Simmer cycle.  
To avoid scratching the browning pan, do not use metal  
utensils.  
Do not remove the lid while the dish is still in the microwave  
oven, as the rush of steam will disrupt the sensor readings.  
To avoid damage to the browning pan, do not use the  
browning pan in any other microwave oven or in a standard  
thermal oven.  
To Use: Place food on the turntable, and close the door. Touch  
“Cook Method” on Main Menu, touch “Boil & Simmer,” and then  
follow screen prompts to make your selections, prepare your  
food for simmering, and start the cycle.  
For best results, coat the browning pan lightly with cooking  
oil to make removing food and cleaning the pan easier.  
To Use: Place food on the turntable, and close the door. Touch  
“Cook Method” on Main Menu, touch “Browning Pan,” and then  
follow screen prompts to make your selections, prepare the food  
and/or browning pan for cooking, and start the cycle.  
Simmering Pasta  
The water will need to boil before adding the pasta. Place the  
dish of water, covered, in the microwave oven and begin the  
cycle. When the water boils, the microwave oven will stop and  
prompt you to add the pasta. If manually simmering, place the  
covered dish of water in the microwave oven, and set a simmer  
time of 1 second. The water will start to boil, the 1-second  
simmer time will end, and the microwave oven will stop.  
Using oven mitts, gently remove the covered dish of boiling  
water, add the pasta, re-cover, place the dish back in the  
microwave oven and continue the cycle.  
Simmering Rice  
Place food and water/liquid, covered, in the microwave oven and  
begin the cycle. The sensor determines when the water starts to  
boil, and figures the simmer time, which will begin counting down  
in the display.  
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Melt  
Most Used Menu  
The Melt menu has a selection of main food categories, plus a  
shortcut to Manual Melt (see “Manual Method Cooking” section).  
The Most Used menu displays the 6 most used automatic  
cooking programs. This provides you with your own customized  
menu, which is easily accessible from the Main Menu.  
Butter/Margarine  
Chocolate  
Caramel  
Cheese  
The programs are shown in order of frequency of use. The food  
type is shown first on the selection pad, followed on the next line  
by the cook method. Following is the default Most Used menu  
screen:  
Marshmallow  
Manual Melt  
See “Cook Method Chart” for specific food items and amounts.  
To Use: Place food on the turntable, and close the door. Touch  
“Cook Method” on Main Menu, touch “Melt,” and then follow  
screen prompts to make your selections, prepare your food and/  
or microwave oven for cooking, and start the cycle.  
Soften  
The Soften menu has a selection of main food categories, plus a  
shortcut to Manual Soften (see “Manual Method Cooking”  
section).  
Brown Sugar  
Cream Cheese  
Manual Soften  
Butter/Margarine  
Frozen Juice  
Caramel Dip  
Ice Cream  
To Update Most Used Menu: On the Most Used screen, touch  
“Auto Update.” The microwave oven shows the 6 programs used  
most frequently since the last time the menu was updated.  
See “Cook Method Chart” for specific food items and amounts.  
To Use: Place food on the turntable, and close the door. Touch  
“Cook Method” on Main Menu, touch “More Choices,” and then  
“Soften.” Follow screen prompts to make your selections,  
prepare your food and/or microwave oven for cooking, and start  
the cycle.  
Steam Cook  
The Steam Cook menu has a selection of main food categories,  
plus a shortcut to Manual Steam Cook (see “Manual Method  
Cooking” section).  
Fish Fillet  
Shrimp  
Fresh Vegetable  
Frozen Vegetable  
Manual Steam  
Cook  
Steam Cook is a sensor function.  
See “Cook Method Chart” for specific food items and amounts.  
Use a microwave-safe steamer with a loose-fitting lid. Place  
1¹⁄₄ cups (295 mL) water in the steamer base, place food in  
the steamer insert, place the insert in the base and cover with  
its lid.  
Do not remove the lid while the steamer is inside the  
microwave oven, as the rush of steam will disrupt the sensor  
readings.  
The steamer will become hot. Always use oven mitts or pot  
holders when handling.  
Do not overfill. One-half full is recommended.  
Follow directions on the display.  
To Use: Place food on the turntable, and close the door. Touch  
“Cook Method” on Main Menu, touch “More Choices,” and then  
“Steam Cook.” Follow screen prompts to make your selections,  
prepare the food for steaming, and start the cycle.  
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Food Type Chart  
Use this chart as a reference for menu items available in the “Food Type” menu  
BREAKFAST FOODS  
Bacon  
Cook or Browning Pan  
Cereal Instant  
Cook  
Egg  
Fried  
- Cook or Browning Pan  
Omelet  
- Cook or Browning Pan  
Poached  
- Cook  
French Toast  
Cook or Browning Pan  
Grits  
Muffin  
Fresh  
- Reheat  
Frozen  
- Defrost or Reheat  
Oatmeal  
Instant  
- Cook  
Regular  
- Cook  
Sausage  
Cook or Browning Pan  
Quick  
- Cook  
Regular  
- Cook  
Hash Brown  
Cook or Browning Pan  
Hot Wheat  
Cook  
Scrambled  
- Cook  
DAIRY/DESSERT  
Brown Sugar  
Soften  
Cheese  
Melt  
Chocolate  
Melt  
Cream Cheese  
Soften  
Ice Cream  
Soften  
Marshmallows  
Melt  
Nuts  
Browning Pan  
Butter/Margarine  
Melt or Soften  
Caramel  
Melt  
Caramel Dip  
Soften  
FROZEN FOOD  
Frozen Entrée  
Regular (8-20 oz [227-567 g])  
- Cook  
Large (40 oz [1.1 kg])  
- Cook  
Family Size (60 oz [1.7 kg])  
- Cook  
French Toast  
Cook or Browning Pan  
Hash Brown  
Browning Pan  
Pizza  
Kids Pizza 5"  
- Cook  
Pizza Roll  
Poultry  
Chicken Nuggets  
- Cook or Browning Pan  
Chicken Tenders  
- Cook or Browning Pan  
Soup  
Reheat  
Vegetable  
Cook or Steam Cook  
Fish  
Fillet, Breaded  
- Cook or Browning Pan  
Thin Crust  
- Cook or Browning Pan  
- Cook or Browning Pan  
Fillet, Non-breaded  
- Defrost, Cook or Browning Pan  
Fish Stick  
- Cook or Browning Pan  
LIQUIDS  
Beverage  
Reheat  
Frozen Juice  
Soften  
Soup, Frozen  
Reheat  
Soup, Thick  
Reheat  
Soup, Thin  
Reheat  
Sauce  
Thick  
- Reheat  
Thin  
- Reheat  
SNACKS  
Burrito  
Kids Pizza 5"  
Cook  
Marshmallow  
Melt  
Pizza, Leftover  
Reheat  
Pizza Roll  
Cook  
Cook or Browning Pan  
Potato Nuggets  
Browning Pan  
Snack Pocket  
Cook  
Cheese Sticks  
Cook or Browning Pan  
Instant Macaroni & Cheese  
Cook  
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VEGETABLE  
Canned Vegetable  
Cook  
Fresh Vegetable  
Asparagus  
Fresh Vegetable (cont’d)  
Corn on the Cob  
- Cook or Steam Cook  
Green Beans  
Fresh Vegetable (cont’d)  
Potato New/Red  
- Steam Cook  
Spinach  
- Cook or Steam Cook  
Broccoli  
- Cook or Steam Cook  
Carrots  
- Cook or Steam Cook  
Cauliflower  
- Cook or Steam Cook  
Mushroom  
- Cook  
Potato Baked/Sweet  
- Cook  
- Cook or Steam Cook  
Summer Squash/Zucchini  
- Cook or Steam Cook  
Frozen Vegetable  
Cook or Steam Cook  
- Cook or Steam Cook  
BREAD  
Bagel  
French Toast  
Cook or Browning Pan  
Muffin  
Roll  
Fresh/Leftover  
- Reheat  
Frozen  
- Reheat or Defrost  
Small  
- Defrost  
Medium  
- Defrost  
Large  
Fresh  
- Reheat  
Frozen  
- Defrost  
- Reheat or Defrost  
CASSEROLE  
Casserole, Leftover  
Reheat  
FISH/SEAFOOD  
Fish Fillet  
Fish Steak  
Scallops  
Fresh  
Cook, Defrost or Browning Pan  
Fish Stick, Frozen  
Defrost  
- Cook or Steam Cook  
Frozen, Breaded  
Shrimp  
Defrost or Steam Cook  
Cook or Browning Pan  
- Cook or Browning Pan  
Frozen, Non-Breaded  
- Cook, Defrost or Steam Cook  
GRAINS: PASTA/RICE  
Canned Pasta  
Cook  
Couscous  
Pasta  
Dried Pasta cont’d  
- Penne  
Rice  
Brown Rice  
- Instant  
Cook or Boil & Simmer  
Grits  
Cook or Boil & Simmer  
- Rotini  
Cook or Boil & Simmer  
- Spaghetti  
Cook or Boil & Simmer  
- Long Grain  
Cook or Boil & Simmer  
White Rice  
Quick  
- Cook  
Regular  
Cook or Boil & Simmer  
Fresh Pasta  
- Linguine  
Cook or Boil & Simmer  
- Ravioli  
- Instant  
Cook or Boil & Simmer  
- Long Grain  
Cook or Boil & Simmer  
- Short Grain  
- Cook  
Instant Macaroni & Cheese  
Cook  
Pasta  
Dried Pasta  
- Fettuccine  
Cook or Boil & Simmer  
- Macaroni  
Cook or Boil & Simmer  
- Tortellini  
Cook or Boil & Simmer  
Cook or Boil & Simmer  
Cook or Boil & Simmer  
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MEAT  
Beef  
Ground Beef  
- Defrost or Cook  
Hamburger Patty  
- Cook or Browning Pan  
Steak  
Meatballs  
Cook or Browning Pan  
Pork  
Bacon  
- Cook or Browning Pan  
Ham Slice  
Pork cont’d  
Ham Steak  
- Cook or Browning Pan  
Pork Chops  
- Defrost  
Sausage  
Cook or Browning Pan  
Defrost  
- Cook or Browning Pan  
Hot Dog  
Cook  
POULTRY  
Chicken Nuggets  
Chicken Tenders  
Cook or Browning Pan  
Ground Poultry  
Poultry Breast, Boneless Pan Brown  
Cook or Browning Pan  
Poultry Breast, Boneless Poached  
Cook  
Cook or Browning Pan  
Chicken Pieces, Boneless  
Defrost or Cook  
Defrost or Cook  
Chicken Pieces, Bone-In  
Defrost or Cook  
Cook Method Chart  
Use this chart as a reference for menu items and amounts available in the “Cook Method” menu.  
REHEAT  
Beverage  
Roll  
Fresh: 1-6 rolls  
Frozen: 1-6 rolls  
Sauce  
Thick: senses 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)  
Thin: senses 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)  
1 or 2 cups (250-500 mL)  
Casserole, Leftover  
1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)  
Meal (dinner plate)  
1 meal (sensor)  
2 meals  
Soup  
Muffin  
Frozen: 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)  
Thick: senses 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)  
Thin: senses 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)  
Manual Reheat  
Fresh: 1-6 muffins  
Frozen: 1-6 muffins  
Pizza Leftover  
1-3 slices  
DEFROST  
Bread  
Meat  
0.1-2.0 lbs (45-900 g)  
Weight Unknown  
- Bagel  
0.1-6.5 lbs (45 g-2.9 kg)  
Weight Unknown  
- Chops  
small: 2-8 bagels  
medium: 1-6 bagels  
large: 1-6 bagels  
- Muffin  
small: 1-6 pieces  
medium: 1-6 pieces  
large: 1-4 pieces  
- Ground: 1, 2, 3 or 4 cups (250, 500, 750 mL or 1 L)  
- Steak  
small: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 or 16 muffins  
medium: 1-6 muffins  
large: 1-6 muffins  
- Roll  
small: 1-6 pieces  
medium: 1-4 pieces  
large: 1 or 2 pieces  
Poultry  
small: 1-6 rolls  
medium: 1-6 rolls  
large: 1-6 rolls  
Fish/Seafood  
0.1-4.5 lbs (45 g-2.0 kg)  
Weight Unknown  
- Fillet: 1-6 pieces  
- Shrimp: 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)  
- Scallops: 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)  
- Steak: 1-4 pieces  
0.1-6.5 lbs (45 g-2.9 kg)  
Weight Unknown  
- Breast: 1-6 pieces  
- Ground: 1, 2, 3 or 4 cups (250, 500, 750 mL or 1 L)  
- Pieces  
small: 1-6 pieces  
medium: 1-4 pieces  
large: 1-4 pieces  
Manual Defrost  
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COOK  
Cereal/Oatmeal  
Pasta  
Grits  
Canned Pasta: senses 1-4 servings  
- Quick: senses 1-4 servings  
- Regular: senses 1-4 servings  
Hot Wheat: 1-4 servings  
Instant Cereal: 1-4 servings  
Oatmeal  
- Instant: 1-4 servings  
- Regular: 1-4 servings  
Couscous  
Dried Pasta  
- Fettuccine: senses 2-8 oz (57-227 g)  
- Macaroni: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
- Penne: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
- Rotini: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
- Spaghetti: senses 2-8 oz (57-227 g)  
Fresh Pasta  
- Linguine: senses 9 or 18 oz (255 or 510 g)  
- Ravioli: senses 9 or 18 oz (255 or 510 g)  
- Tortellini: senses 9 or 18 oz (255 or 510 g)  
Instant Macaroni & Cheese  
senses 1-4 servings  
Egg  
Fried: 1-4 eggs  
Omelet: 2-4 eggs  
- 1 or 2 servings  
Poultry  
Chicken Nuggets: 1-4 servings (4-16 pieces)  
Chicken Pieces  
- Bone-In: 0.5-3.5 lbs (227 g-1.5 kg)  
- Boneless: 0.2-1.5 lbs (90-680 g)  
Chicken Tenders: 1-4 servings  
Ground Poultry: 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 or 2.0 lbs (227, 454, 680 or 907 g)  
Poultry Breast Boneless  
- Pan Brown: 1-3 pieces  
- Poached: 0.2-1.5 lbs (90-680 g)  
Rice  
Brown Rice  
- Instant: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
- Long Grain: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
White Rice  
- Instant: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
- Long Grain: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
- Short Grain: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
Vegetable  
Poached: 1-4 eggs  
Scrambled: 1-4 eggs  
Fish/Seafood  
Fish Fillet  
- Fresh: senses 0.5-1.5 lbs (227-680 g)  
- Frozen, Breaded: 1-4 servings  
- Frozen, Non-breaded: 1-6 pieces  
Fish Steak: 1 or 2 steaks  
Fish Stick, Frozen: 1-4 servings (6-18 sticks)  
Frozen Food  
Burrito: 1 or 2 burritos  
Cheese Sticks: 1-4 servings  
Fish/Seafood  
- Fillet, Breaded: 1-4 servings  
- Fillet, Non-Breaded: 1-4 servings  
- Fish Stick: 1-4 servings (6-18 pieces)  
French Toast: 1-4 pieces  
Frozen Entrée  
- Regular: senses 8-20 oz (227-567 g)  
- Large: 40 oz (1.1 kg)  
- Family: 60 oz (1.7 kg)  
Frozen Pizza  
Canned Vegetable: 8-32 oz (237-946 mL)  
Fresh Vegetable  
- Asparagus: senses 8-16 oz (227-454 g)  
- Broccoli: senses 1-6 cups (250 mL-1.5 L)  
- Carrots: senses 1-6 cups (250 mL-1.5 L)  
- Cauliflower: senses 1-6 cups (250 mL-1.5 L)  
- Corn on the Cob: senses 1-4 ears  
- Green Beans: senses 1-6 cups (250 mL-1.5 L)  
- Mushroom: senses 1-6 cups (250 mL-1.5 L)  
- Potato, Baked/Sweet: senses 1-4 potatoes  
- Spinach: senses 2-6 cups (500 mL-1.5 L)  
- Summer Squash/Zucchini: senses 1-6 cups (250 mL-1.5 L)  
Frozen Vegetable: senses 2-6 cups (500 mL-1.5 L)  
Manual Cook  
- 5" Kids Pizza  
- Pizza Roll: 1-4 servings  
- Thin Crust: 6" - 12" (15.2-30.5 cm)  
Frozen Vegetable: senses 2-6 cups (500 mL-1.5 L)  
Hash Brown: 1-4 patties  
Snack Pocket: 1 or 2 servings  
Meat  
Bacon: 2-4 slices  
Ground Beef: 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 or 2.0 lbs (227, 454, 680 or 900 g)  
Ham Slice: 1-4 slices  
Ham Steak: 4-8 oz (113-227 g)  
Hamburger Patty: 1-4 patties  
Hot Dog: 1-4 hot dogs  
Meatballs: 0.5 or 1.0 lb (227 or 454 g)  
Sausage: 2-10 links  
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BOIL & SIMMER  
Couscous  
senses 1-4 servings  
Rice  
Brown Rice  
Dried Pasta  
- Instant: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
- Long Grain: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
White Rice  
- Instant: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
- Long Grain: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
- Short Grain: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
Manual Boil & Simmer  
Fettuccine: senses 2-8 oz (57-227 g)  
Macaroni: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
Penne: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
Rotini: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)  
Spaghetti: senses 2-8 oz (57-227 g)  
Fresh Pasta  
Linguine: senses 9 or 18 oz (255 or 510 g)  
Ravioli: senses 9 or 18 oz (255 or 510 g)  
Tortellini: senses 9 or 18 oz (255 or 510 g)  
BROWNING PAN  
Egg  
Fried: 1-4 eggs  
Meat  
Bacon: 2-4 slices  
Omelet: 2-4 eggs  
Ham Slice: 1-4 slices  
Fish Steak  
Ham Steak: 4-8 oz (113-227 g)  
Hamburger Patty: 1-4 patties, 0.3 lb (136 g) each  
Meatballs: 0.5-1.0 lbs (227-454 g)  
Nuts  
0.5-1.0 lb (227-454 g)  
Frozen Food  
Cheese Sticks: 1-4 servings  
Chicken Nuggets: 1-4 servings (4-16 pieces)  
Chicken Tenders: 1-4 servings  
Fish  
0.5, 1.0, 1.5 or 2 cups (125, 250, 375 or 500 mL)  
Poultry Breast, Boneless  
1-3 pieces, 0.4 lb (113 g) each  
Sausage  
2-10 links  
Manual Browning Pan  
- Fillet Frozen, Breaded: 1-4 servings  
- Fish Stick Frozen: 1-4 servings (6-18 pieces)  
French Toast: 1-4 pieces  
Hash Brown: 1-4 patties  
Pizza Roll: 1-4 servings  
Pizza Thin Crust: 6"-12" (15.2-30.5 cm)  
Potato Nuggets: 1-4 servings  
Sausage: 2-10 links  
MELT  
Butter/Margarine  
0.5, 1.0, 1.5 or 2 sticks or 1-8 tbs (15-120 mL)  
Caramel  
7 or 14 oz (199 or 397 g)  
Cheese  
8 or 16 oz (227 or 454 g)  
Chocolate  
1-12 oz (28-340 g) or 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 or 2.0 cups  
(125, 250, 375 or 500 mL)  
Marshmallow  
5 or 10 oz (142-283 g)  
Manual Melt  
SOFTEN  
Brown Sugar  
0.5, 1.0, 1.5 or 2.0 cups (125, 250, 375 or 500 mL)  
Butter/Margarine  
Cream Cheese  
3 or 8 oz (85 or 227 g)  
Frozen Juice  
0.5, 1.0, 1.5 or 2 sticks or 1-8 tbs (15-120 mL)  
Caramel Dip  
18 oz (510 g)  
6, 12 or 16 oz (170, 340 or 454 g)  
Ice Cream  
16, 32 or 64 oz (473, 946 mL or 1.9 L)  
Manual Soften  
STEAM COOK  
Fish Fillet  
Fresh Vegetable cont’d  
senses 0.5-1.5 lb (227-680 g)  
Red Potato, New: senses 2-6 cups (500 mL-1.5 L  
Spinach: senses 4-8 cups (1-2 L)  
Summer Squash/Zucchini: senses 2-6 cups (500 mL-1.5 L)  
Frozen Vegetable  
Fresh Vegetable  
Asparagus: senses 8-16 oz (227-454 g)  
Broccoli: senses 2-6 cups (500 mL-1.5 L)  
Carrots: senses 2-6 cups (500 mL-1.5 L)  
Cauliflower: senses 2-6 cups (500 mL-1.5 L)  
Corn on the Cob: senses 1-4 ears  
Green Beans: senses 2-6 cups (500 mL-1.5 L)  
senses 2-6 cups (500 mL-1.5 L)  
Shrimp  
senses 5-8 oz (142-227 g)  
Manual Steam Cook  
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MICROWAVE OVEN CARE  
General Cleaning  
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the microwave oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on  
cleaning products.  
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested unless otherwise noted.  
GREASE FILTERS  
CONTROL PANEL/INTERACTIVE TOUCH DISPLAY  
Do not use ammonia or corrosive cleaning agents such as lye-  
based oven cleaners.  
Activate the Control Lock to avoid touch screen activation during  
cleaning. See “Control Lock” section.  
Hot water and mild detergent:  
To avoid damage to the control panel/touch display, do not use  
abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads or gritty washcloths.  
Soak filters, then scrub and swish to remove embedded dirt  
and grease. Rinse well and shake to dry.  
Use gentle pressure when wiping the touch screen.  
Glass cleaner and soft cloth:  
Dishwasher:  
Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth, not directly on panel.  
Mild soap, water and soft washcloth  
Wash separately, not with dirty dishes, because food can be  
trapped in the filters.  
NOTE: Some discoloration of the filters may occur after  
cleaning them in the dishwasher. This is normal, and will not  
affect the performance of the grease filters.  
MICROWAVE OVEN DOOR AND EXTERIOR  
The area where the microwave oven door and frame touch when  
closed should be kept clean.  
MICROWAVE OVEN CAVITY  
Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:  
The gray finish inside the microwave oven cavity is a durable,  
nonstick coating that makes soils easier to remove.  
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.  
Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic  
scrubbing pad:  
To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use metal  
or sharp utensils or scrapers, soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive  
cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some recycled  
paper towels. If damage occurs, special touch-up paint may be  
applied. See “Assistance or Service” to order.  
Apply glass cleaner to towel, not directly to surface.  
Stainless Steel (on some models)  
To avoid damage to the microwave oven door and exterior, do  
not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool  
pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Rub in direction of  
grain.  
The area where the microwave oven door and frame touch when  
closed should be kept clean.  
Average soil  
KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (not included)  
Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:  
KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Wipes (not included):  
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.  
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.  
Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:  
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.  
Vinegar for hard water spots  
Heavy soil  
Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:  
Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave  
oven. Steam will soften soil. Rinse with clean water and dry  
with soft, lint-free cloth.  
Odors  
Lemon juice or vinegar:  
TURNTABLE  
Replace turntable immediately after cleaning. Do not operate the  
microwave oven without the turntable in place.  
Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water with 1 tbs (15 mL) of either  
lemon juice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave oven.  
Mild cleanser and scouring pad  
Dishwasher  
Microwave Inlet Cover  
To avoid arcing and damage to the microwave oven, the  
microwave inlet cover (see “Parts and Features”) should be kept  
clean.  
Wipe with wet cloth.  
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BROWNING PAN  
RACK SUPPORTS  
To avoid damage to the browning pan, do not use abrasive  
cleansers or scrubbers.  
To avoid soil buildup which may lead to arcing and cause  
damage to the microwave oven, clean rack supports often.  
Mild cleanser, water and washcloth  
Dishwasher  
Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-  
wool pads, gritty washcloths or some recycled paper towels.  
Mild, nonabrasive soap or detergent and washcloth,  
toothbrush or cotton swab:  
COOKING RACK  
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.  
Dishwasher cleaning is not recommended. To avoid damage to  
the cooking rack, do not use abrasive cleansers or scrubbers.  
Mild cleanser, water and washcloth  
Replacing Filters  
The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a  
month. The charcoal filters cannot be washed and should be  
replaced every 6 to 12 months. Do not operate the microwave  
oven without the filters in place. See “Replacement Parts”  
section in “Assistance or Service” to reorder filters. See “General  
Cleaning” for cleaning instructions.  
To Remove/Replace:  
1. Squeeze the small tab on the outer edge of the filter frame  
inward, and pull down until the frame and filters drop out.  
A
A
B
C
D
B
C
A. Filter frame  
B. Small tab  
C. Grease filter  
A. Retaining spring  
B. Filter frame  
C. Grease filter  
D. Charcoal filter  
2. Replace the filters by inserting the wide tab of the filter frame  
into the inner portion of the filter housing, then swinging the  
outside of the frame up until it fits into place.  
A
B
C
A. Filter frame  
B. Wide tab  
C. Microwave oven bottom  
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3. For wall or roof venting, remove the vent deflector by  
removing the mounting screws (1 from each end), and lifting  
out the vent deflector.  
Replacing Cooktop Light  
The cooktop light consists of two 10W low-voltage halogen  
capsule bulbs. See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder.  
You will need a TORX®† T10 screwdriver to remove the bulb cover  
mounting screw.  
A
B
C
To Replace:  
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.  
2. Remove bulb cover mounting screw, and gently open cover.  
A. Bulb cover  
B. Vent deflector  
C. Vent deflector mounting screws (2)  
4. Remove the bulb cover mounting screw, then lift cover.  
A
A
B
C
A. Mounting screw  
B. Bulb cover lens  
C. Halogen bulb  
3. Remove the burned-out bulb.  
4. Replace bulb, using a tissue or wearing clean cotton gloves  
to handle the bulb. Do not touch bulb with bare fingers.  
5. Close bulb cover and replace mounting screw.  
6. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.  
Replacing Microwave Oven Light  
A. Bulb cover mounting screw  
The microwave oven light is a 10W low-voltage halogen capsule  
bulb. It will automatically come on when the door is opened and  
when the microwave oven is operating. See “Assistance or  
Service” section to reorder. You will need a TORX®† T10  
screwdriver to remove the bulb cover.  
5. Remove the burned-out bulb by squeezing the wire clip  
together, pulling to the right and lifting.  
To Replace:  
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.  
2. Gently pull vent screen rings and lift the screen off the  
exhaust vent at the top of the microwave oven.  
6. Replace bulb, using tissue or wearing clean cotton gloves to  
handle bulb. Do not touch bulb with bare fingers.  
If using recirculating exhaust venting, skip Step 3.  
7. Close bulb cover, and fasten with screw.  
If using recirculating exhaust venting, skip Step 8.  
8. For wall or roof venting, replace the vent deflector removed in  
Step 3.  
9. Replace vent screen.  
10. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.  
A
B
C
A. Vent screen  
B. Rings  
C. Bulb cover (under screen)  
†®TORX is a registered trademark of Textron Innovations Inc.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.  
Nothing will operate  
Turntable alternates rotation directions  
Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker  
tripped?  
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem  
continues, call an electrician.  
This is normal and depends on motor rotation at the  
beginning of the cycle.  
Display shows time countdown, but is not operating  
Is the microwave oven wired properly?  
See Installation Instructions provided with your microwave  
oven.  
Is the Timer in use?  
See “Timer” section.  
Is the Learning Mode in use?  
See “Learning Mode” section.  
Microwave oven will not operate  
Is the magnetron working properly?  
Steam is coming from the vent screen  
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. See “Assistance or Service” section.  
Some steam is normal.  
Fan running slower than usual  
Is the door completely closed?  
Firmly close door.  
Has the microwave oven been stored in a cold area?  
The fan will run slower until the microwave oven warms up to  
normal room temperature.  
Has the microwave oven been inactive and the door  
closed for more than 5 minutes?  
Open and close the door. See “Start” section.  
Is a spacer (on some models) attached to the inside of the  
door?  
Fan running during cooktop usage  
Remove spacer, then firmly close door.  
This is normal. The microwave oven’s cooling fan, which is  
separate from the vent fan, automatically comes on during  
microwave oven operation to cool the microwave oven. Both  
the vent fan and the cooling fan may also automatically come  
on and cycle on and off to cool the microwave oven’s  
controls while the cooktop below is being used.  
Is the electronic microwave oven control set correctly?  
See “Microwave Oven Control” section.  
Is the Control Lock set?  
See “Control Lock” section.  
Is the Learning Mode activated?  
See “Learning Mode” section.  
Cooking times seem too long  
Does the display show a message about opening the  
door?  
The door has been closed for an extended period of time  
(about 5 minutes) after placing food and before starting the  
microwave oven. Open and close the door, then start the  
cycle.  
Is the cooking power set properly?  
See “Microwave Cooking Power” section.  
Are large amounts of food being heated?  
Larger amounts of food need longer cooking times.  
Is the incoming voltage less than specified in “Microwave  
Hood Combination Safety?”  
Have a qualified electrician check the electrical system in the  
home.  
Microwave oven door looks wavy  
This is normal and will not affect performance.  
Radio, TV or cordless phone interference  
Turntable will not operate  
Is the microwave oven plugged into the same outlet?  
Try a different outlet.  
Is the turntable properly in place?  
Make sure turntable is correct side up and is sitting securely  
on the turntable support.  
Is the radio or TV receiver near the microwave oven?  
Move the receiver away from the microwave oven, or adjust  
the radio or TV antenna.  
Is the turntable support operating properly?  
Remove turntable. Remove and clean turntable support and  
rollers. Replace turntable support. Replace turntable. Place  
1 cup (250 mL) of water on turntable, then restart microwave  
oven. If it still is not working, call for service. See “Assistance  
or Service” section. Do not operate the microwave oven  
without turntable and turntable support working properly.  
Are the microwave oven door and sealing surfaces clean?  
Make sure these areas are clean.  
Is the cordless phone frequency 2.4 GHz?  
Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones and home wireless  
networks may experience static or noise while the microwave  
oven is on. Use a corded phone or a different frequency  
cordless phone, or avoid using these items during microwave  
oven operation.  
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE  
Before calling for assistance or service, please check  
Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If  
you still need help, follow the instructions below.  
For further assistance  
If you need further assistance, you can write to KitchenAid with  
any questions or concerns at:  
When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete  
model and serial number of your appliance. This information will  
help us to better respond to your request.  
KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances  
Customer eXperience Center  
553 Benson Road  
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692  
If you need replacement parts  
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.  
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you  
use only factory specified parts. These factory specified parts will  
fit right and work right because they are made with the same  
precision used to build every new KITCHENAID® appliance.  
Replacement Parts  
Turntable  
Browning Pan  
To locate factory specified parts in your area, call us or your  
nearest KitchenAid designated service center.  
Part Number 8205992  
Part Number 8205996  
Turntable Support and Rollers Browning Pan Handle  
Part Number 8206222  
Part Number W10120838  
In the U.S.A.  
Turntable Hub  
Part Number 8205994  
Grease Filters (2)  
Part Number W10120839  
Call the KitchenAid Customer eXperience Center toll free:  
1-800-422-1230.  
Cooking Rack (rectangular)  
Part Number 8206117  
Charcoal Filters (2)  
Part Number W10120840  
Our consultants provide assistance with:  
Features and specifications on our full line of appliances.  
Installation information.  
Cooking Rack Spacer  
Part Number 8206116  
Cooktop and Microwave Oven  
Light  
Part Number 8204670  
Cooking Rack Hook  
Part Number 8206118  
Use and maintenance procedures.  
Accessory and repair parts sales.  
Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies  
Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing  
impaired, limited vision, etc.).  
Heavy Duty Degreaser  
Part Number 31552  
KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel  
Cleaner and Polish  
Part Number 4396920  
KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel  
Wipes  
Part Number 8212510  
Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors and service  
companies. KitchenAid designated service technicians are  
trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-  
warranty service, anywhere in the United States.  
All-Purpose Appliance  
Cleaner  
Part Number 31662  
Cavity Touch Up Paint  
Part Number 8204955  
To locate the KitchenAid designated service company in your  
area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow  
Pages.  
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KITCHENAID® BUILT-IN OVEN & MICROWAVE  
WARRANTY  
ONE YEAR 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 or KitchenAid Canada (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.  
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 or KitchenAid Canada 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 KITCHENAID WILL NOT PAY FOR  
1. Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you 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. Those consumable parts are excluded from warranty  
coverage.  
3. Repairs when your major appliance is used for other than normal, single-family household use.  
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 products not approved by KitchenAid.  
5. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States or Canada.  
6. Pickup and delivery. This major appliance is designed to be repaired in the home.  
7. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.  
8. Expenses for travel and transportation for product service in remote locations.  
9. The removal and reinstallation of your appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with  
published installation instructions.  
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.  
Outside the 50 United States and Canada, 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 the Use & Care Guide. After checking “Troubleshooting,” additional help  
can be found by checking the “Assistance or Service” section or by calling KitchenAid. In the U.S.A., call 1-800-422-1230. In Canada,  
call 1-800-807-6777.  
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Keep this book and your sales slip together for future  
reference. You must provide proof of purchase or installation  
date for in-warranty service.  
Dealer name____________________________________________________  
Address________________________________________________________  
Phone number__________________________________________________  
Model number __________________________________________________  
Serial number __________________________________________________  
Purchase date __________________________________________________  
Write down the following information about your major appliance  
to better help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it.  
You will need to know your complete model number and serial  
number. You can find this information on the model and serial  
number label located on the product.  
461965266853  
4/07  
Printed in China  
W10131854  
© 2007. All rights reserved.  
®Registered Trademark/TM Trademark of KitchenAid, U.S.A.  
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