Microwave Ovens
A Note to You.....................................2
Microwave Oven Safety ...................3
Installation Instructions....................5
Getting to Know Your
Microwave Oven................................7
How your microwave oven works...7
Radio interference..........................7
For the best cooking results .........7
Testing your microwave oven .......7
Testing your dinnerware or
cookware.........................................8
Operating tips.................................8
Electrical connection......................8
Microwave oven features ..............9
Control panel features .................10
Using OPTIONS............................11
Built-in kits
(for model YMT3135SH) ..............11
Setting the clock ..........................12
Using the minute timer ................12
Using Your Microwave Oven...........13
Cooking at high cook power.......13
Cooking at different
cook powers.................................13
Cooking with more than
one cook cycle .............................14
Using AUTO DEFROST................15
Defrosting tips ..............................15
Using JET START .........................16
Using Warm Hold option .............16
Sensor cooking ..............................17
Using SENSOR COOK.................17
Sensor cooking chart...................17
Using SENSOR REHEAT..............18
Sensor reheating chart ................18
Using SENSOR POPCORN .........19
Sensor popcorn chart..................19
Cooking Guide.................................20
Caring for Your Microwave Oven...21
Questions and Answers.................22
Troubleshooting...............................23
Requesting Assistance
or Service .........................................24
Warranty ...........................................26
1-800-461-5681
Call our Consumer Assistance Center
with questions or comments.
MODELS YMT3115SH YMT3135SH
3828W5A1149/8171821
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MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others is 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 hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or
“WARNING.” These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
follow instructions.
wDANGER
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
follow instructions.
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All safety messages will identify the hazard, 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:
As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
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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.
Read all instructions before using the
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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.
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The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect
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Do not cover or block any openings on the
microwave oven.
only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUND-
ING INSTRUCTIONS” found in the “Installation
Instructions” section.
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Do not store the 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.
Install or locate the microwave oven only in
accordance with the installation instructions.
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Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
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Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
containers – for example, closed glass jars –
may explode and should not be heated in the
microwave oven.
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Do not let cord hang over edge of table or
counter.
Use the microwave oven only for its intended use
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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.
See door surface cleaning instructions in the
“Caring for Your Microwave Oven” section.
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MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
– Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic
bags before placing bag in oven.
Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance
beneath the microwave oven.
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– If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep
oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect
the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel.
Do not mount microwave oven over or near any
portion of a heating or cooking appliance.
Do not mount over a sink.
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Do not store anything directly on top of the
microwave oven surface when the microwave
oven is in operation.
– Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do
not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or
food in the cavity when not in use.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
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– Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the
microwave oven if paper, plastic, or other
combustible materials are placed inside the
oven to facilitate cooking.
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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.
(1) door (bent),
(2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
(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.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by
anyone except properly qualified service personnel.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before you begin operating the oven, carefully read the following instructions.
1. Empty the microwave oven and clean inside it with
a soft, damp cloth. Check for damage such as a
door that isn’t lined up correctly, damage around
the door, or dents inside the oven or on the
exterior. If there is any damage, do not operate the
oven until a designated service technician has
checked it and made any needed repairs.
2. Put the oven on a cart, counter, table, or shelf that is
strong enough to hold the oven and the food and
utensils you put in it. (The control side of the unit
is the heavy side. Use care when handling the
oven.) The weight of the oven is about 35 lbs
(16 kg). The microwave oven should be at a
temperature above 50°F (10°C) for proper operation.
Air intake
opening
(in rear)
Exhaust vent
(on side)
NOTE: (for model YMT3135SH only) You can build
your microwave oven into a wall or cabinet by using
one of the trim kits listed in the “Built-in kits” section.
Power
supply cord
NOTE: Do not block the exhaust vents or air intake
openings. Allow a few inches of space at the back
and side of the oven where the exhaust vents are
located. Blocking the exhaust vents could cause
damage to the oven and poor cooking results. Make
sure the microwave oven legs are in place to ensure
proper airflow. If vents are blocked, a sensitive
thermal safety device automatically turns the oven off.
The oven should work properly once it has cooled.
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.
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WARNING
Fire Hazard
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not install oven next to or over a heat source
without a UL or CSA approved trim kit.
Doing so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS (CONT.)
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For all cord connected appliances:
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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.
For a permanently connected appliance:
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The microwave oven must be connected to a
grounded, metallic, permanent wiring system, or
an equipment grounding conductor should be run
with the circuit conductors and connected to the
equipment grounding terminal or lead on the
microwave oven.
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding 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.
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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.
HOW YOUR MICROWAVE RADIO INTERFERENCE
Using your microwave oven may cause interference
to your radio, TV, or similar equipment. When there is
interference, you can reduce it or remove it by:
OVEN WORKS
Microwave ovens are safe. Microwave energy is not
hot. It causes food to make its own heat, and it’s this
Cleaning the door and sealing surfaces of the oven.
heat that cooks the food.
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Adjusting the receiving antenna of the radio or
television.
Microwaves are like TV waves, radio waves, or light
waves. You cannot see them, but you can see what
they do.
Moving the receiver away from the microwave oven.
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A magnetron in the microwave oven produces
microwaves. The microwaves move into the oven
where they contact food as it turns on the turntable.
Plugging the microwave oven into a different outlet
so that the microwave oven and receiver are on
different branch circuits.
Your oven has a MAXWAVE™ multiple microwave
distribution system. Microwave energy is released
from two locations, giving you better, more even
cooking.
FOR THE BEST COOKING RESULTS
Always cook food for the shortest cooking time
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Magnetron
Oven cavity
recommended. Check to see how the food is
cooking. If needed, press JET START while the oven
is operating or after the cooking cycle is over
(see the “Using JET START” section).
Stir, turn over, or rearrange the food being cooked
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about halfway through the cooking time for all
recipes. This will help make sure the food is evenly
cooked.
If you do not have a cover for a dish, use wax
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paper, or microwave-approved paper towels or
plastic wrap. Remember to turn back a corner of the
plastic wrap to vent steam during cooking.
Glass turntable
Metal floor
The glass turntable of your microwave oven lets
microwaves pass through. Then they bounce off a
metal floor, back through the glass turntable, and are
absorbed by the food.
TESTING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
Microwaves pass through most glass, paper, and
plastics without heating them so food absorbs the
energy. Microwaves bounce off metal containers so
food does not absorb the energy.
To test the oven put about 1 cup (250 mL) of cold
water in a glass container in the oven. Close the door.
Make sure it latches. Cook at 100% power for
2 minutes. When the time is up, the water should be
heated.
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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.
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TESTING YOUR DINNERWARE
OR COOKWARE
Test dinnerware or cookware before using.
To test a dish for safe use, put it into the oven
with a cup (250 mL) of water beside it. Cook at 100%
cook power for one minute. If the dish gets hot and
water stays cool, do not use it. Some dishes
(melamine, some ceramic dinnerware, etc.) absorb
microwave energy, becoming too hot to handle and
slowing cooking times. Cooking in metal containers
not designed for microwave use could damage the
oven, as could containers with hidden metal (twist-
ties, foil lining, staples, metallic glaze or trim).
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
or when adding ingredients (coffee granules, tea
bags, etc.). This can harm the oven.
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.
OPERATING TIPS
Never lean on the door or allow a child to swing on
it when the door is open.
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Do not deep fry in the oven. Microwavable
utensils are not suitable and it is difficult to maintain
appropriate deep-frying temperatures.
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Use hot pads. Microwave energy does not heat
containers, but the heat from the food can make the
container hot.
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Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the rec-
ommended cooking time, potatoes should be
slightly firm because they will continue cooking
during standing time. After microwaving, let pota-
toes stand for 5 minutes. They will finish cooking
while standing.
Do not use newspaper or other printed paper in the
oven.
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Do not dry flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, paper,
gourds, or clothes in the oven.
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Do not start a microwave oven when it is empty.
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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.
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.
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.
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Do not operate the microwave oven unless the
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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 break-
ing it. If your turntable cracks or breaks, contact
your dealer for a replacement.
When you use a browning dish, the browning
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dish bottom must be at least 3⁄
in (5 mm) above the
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turntable. Follow the directions supplied with the
browning dish.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
MICROWAVE OVEN FEATURES
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2
6
1
5
4
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Your microwave oven is designed to make your
4. Removable Turntable Support (under turntable).
cooking experience enjoyable and productive. To
help get you up and running quickly, the following
is a list of the oven’s basic features:
5. Control Panel. Press buttons on this panel to
perform all functions.
6. Light (not shown). Automatically turns on when
1. Door Safety Lock System. The oven will not
the door is opened or when the oven is running.
work unless the door is securely closed.
7. Cooking Guide Label. Included in your microwave
oven are two cooking guide labels (English and
French). To use one of these labels on your oven
for easy referencing, peel off the backing and
place in the location as shown above.
2. Window with Metal Shield. The shield prevents
microwaves from escaping. It is designed as a
screen to allow you to view food as it cooks.
3. Glass Turntable. This turntable turns food
as it cooks for more even cooking. It must be
in the oven during operation for best cooking
results. The turntable is sunken into the cavity
floor to give you more cooking space and better
cooking results.
8. Model and Serial Number Plate.
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CONTROL PANEL FEATURES
Your microwave oven control panel lets you select a
desired cooking function quickly and easily. The
following is a list of all the Command buttons located
on the control panel.
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For more information on these features, see
“Using your microwave oven” section.
1. Display. This display includes a clock and
indicators to tell you the time of day, cooking time
settings, cook powers, quantities, weights, and
cooking functions.
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3
4
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2. AUTO DEFROST. Press this button to defrost
frozen food by weight.
3. SENSOR REHEAT. Press this button to reheat
from a variety of food categories available.
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4. SENSOR COOK. Press this button to cook from a
variety of food categories available.
5. SENSOR POPCORN. Press this button to pop a
bag of popcorn in any of three sizes.
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6. ACCUDIAL™ control. Use the dial to select from
menu and to set cook time or cook power.
7. COOK TIME. Press this button and turn dial to
set a cooking time.
8. COOK POWER. Press this button and turn dial to
set the amount of microwave energy released to
cook the food. The higher the number, the higher
the power wattage and the faster the “cooking
speed.”
9. OPTIONS. Press this button and turn dial to
select Warm Hold, to turn off tones, to change
weight measurement from lbs to kilograms, to
change the language displayed, to change scroll
speed, to change the clock from 12 hours to 24
hours, or to turn the Demo mode on and off.
Audible signals
Your microwave oven comes with audible signals that
can guide you when setting and using your oven:
10. TIMER SET / OFF. Press this button to set or
cancel the timer function.
A programming tone will sound each time you press
a button.
11. START/JET START. Press this button to start a
function you have set or to cook food for 30
seconds at 100% cook power.
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Three tones signal the end of a cooking cycle and
five tones signal the end of the timer function.
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12. CLOCK SET. Press this button to enter the
correct time of day.
NOTE: The tones on your oven can be turned off. To
13. OFF / CANCEL. Press this button once to clear
an incorrect command or to cancel a program
during cooking. This button will not erase the
time of day.
do so, see “Using OPTIONS”.
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CONTROL PANEL FEATURES (CONT.) USING OPTIONS
OPTIONS lets you select Warm Hold, turn off tones,
change weight measurement from lbs to kilograms,
change the language displayed, change scroll speed,
change the clock from 12 hours to 24 hours, or turn
the Demo mode on and off.
Interrupting cooking
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
Press START.
1. Press OPTIONS.
If you do not want to continue cooking:
Close the door and the light goes off.
2. Turn dial to desired Option.
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OR
For example, to change weight measurements
you see:
Press OFF / CANCEL.
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NOTE: Before setting a function, press OFF / CANCEL
to make sure no other function is on.
Using the child lock
The Child Lock locks the control panel so children
cannot use the microwave when you do not want
them to.
3. Press OPTIONS again.
4. Turn dial to “LBS” or “KGS”.
To lock the control panel:
5. Press OPTIONS or START.
Press and hold OFF / CANCEL until “LOCKED”
appears on display (approximately 4 seconds).
(One tone will sound.)
To unlock the control panel:
Press and hold OFF / CANCEL until “UNLOCK”
appears on display. (Two tones will sound.)
BUILT-IN KITS (FOR MODEL YMT3135SH)
You can build in your microwave oven by using one of the following trim kits*. These kits are available from your
dealer. If your dealer does not stock the kit you can order it, by kit part number, by calling 1-800-807-6777 and
following the instructions and telephone prompts you hear.
SIZE
COLOR
KIT MODEL NO.
FOR INSTALLATION OVER OVEN MODEL
27" (69 cm)
30" (76 cm)
27" (69 cm)
30" (76 cm)
Black
Black
White
White
MK1137XHB
MK1130XHB
MK1137XHQ
MK1130XHQ
YRBS275PD
YGBS305PD
YRBS275PD
YGBS305PD
YGBS277PD
YGBS277PD
* Approved, electric single ovens only
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SETTING THE CLOCK
USING THE MINUTE TIMER
When you first plug in your microwave oven, the
display shows “ : ”. If the electric power ever goes
off, the display will again show “ : ” when the power
comes back on.
You can use your microwave oven as a kitchen timer. Use
the minute timer for timing up to 90 minutes.
1. Press TIMER SET /OFF.
2. Turn dial to desired time.
NOTE: You can cook without setting the clock, but the
display will show “ : ” again after the cooking is
completed.
3. Press START, (or, TIMER SET /OFF) or
allow the timer to start automatically
after a short delay.
1. Press CLOCK SET.
2. Turn dial to desired hour.
3. Press CLOCK SET again.
4. Turn dial to desired minutes.
5. Press CLOCK SET or START.
4. At the end of the set time:
Timer will count down to zero, then will display
“TIMER END” and 5 tones will sound.
NOTE: To cancel timer at any time, press TIMER
SET / OFF.
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
This section gives you instructions for operating each function. Please read these instructions
carefully.
COOKING AT HIGH COOK POWER COOKING AT DIFFERENT COOK
1. Put the food in the oven and close the
POWERS
door.
1. Put your food in the oven and close the
door.
2. Press COOK TIME.
Display will show “STAGE 1”.
2. Press COOK TIME.
Display will show “STAGE 1”.
3. Turn dial to desired time.
4. Press START.
3. Turn dial to desired time.
4. Press COOK POWER.
5. Turn dial to desired power setting.
6. Press START.
5. At the end of the cooking time:
Display will show “END” and 3 tones will sound.
7. At the end of the cooking time:
Display will show “END” and 3 tones will sound.
For best results, some recipes call for different cook powers. The lower the cook power, the slower the
cooking. Each level 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 level 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
P-100-HI = 100% of full
power (automatic)
High
Quick heating many convenience foods and foods
with high water content, such as soups and beverages
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P-90 = 90% of full power
Cooking small tender pieces of meat, ground meat,
poultry pieces, fish fillets, and most vegetables
Heating cream soups
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Heating rice, pasta, or stirrable casseroles
Medium-High, Reheat
P-80-RHT = 80% of full
power
Cooking and heating foods that need a cook power
lower than high (for example, whole fish and meat loaf)
or when food is cooking too fast
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Reheating a single serving of food
P-70 = 70% of full power
P-60 = 60% of full power
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Cooking sensitive foods such as cheese and egg
dishes, pudding, and custards
Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as lasagna
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COOK POWER
NAME
WHEN TO USE IT
P-50 = 50% of full power
P-40 = 40% of full power
Medium
Cooking ham, whole poultry, and pot roasts
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Melting chocolate
Simmering stews
Heating pastries
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P-30-DEF = 30% of full
power
Medium-Low,
Defrost
Defrosting foods, such as bread, fish, meats,
poultry, and precooked foods
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P-20 = 20% of full power
Softening butter, cheese, and ice cream
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P-10-WRM = 10% of full
power
Low
Keeping food warm
Taking chill out of fruit
COOKING WITH MORE THAN ONE
COOK CYCLE
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 power level to another automatically, for up to
3 cycles plus a defrost cycle.
1. Put your food in the oven and close the
door.
2. Set the cooking time for the first cycle.
3. Set the cook power for the first cycle.
4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to set the cooking
time and cook power for each additional
cycle.
5. Press START.
After each cycle is complete, 2 tones sound and
the next cycle(s) will count down.
6. At the end of the cooking time:
The display will show “END” and 3 tones will
sound.
NOTES:
You can set your chosen cook functions in any
order. However, when you use AUTO DEFROST, it
must be the first cycle.
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Cooking with more than one cook cycle will not
work with SENSOR COOK or SENSOR REHEAT
functions.
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
USING AUTO DEFROST DEFROSTING TIPS
You can defrost food by choosing a category and
setting a weight. AUTO DEFROST has preset times and
cook powers for 3 categories: Meat, Poultry, and Fish.
Before starting, make sure you have removed any of
the metal twist-ties which often come with frozen food
bags, and replace them with strings or elastic bands.
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Open containers such as cartons before they are
placed in the oven.
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1. Press AUTO DEFROST.
Once for Meat, twice for Poultry,
three times for Fish.
Always slit or pierce plastic pouches or packaging.
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If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place it in a
suitable container.
2. Turn dial to desired weight
Slit the skins, if any, of frozen food such as sausage.
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(from .1 to 6.0 lbs [45 g to 2.7 kg]).
Bend plastic pouches of food to ensure even
defrosting.
3. Press START.
Always underestimate defrosting time. If defrosted
food is still icy in the center, return it to the
microwave oven for more defrosting.
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4. During defrosting, 5 tones will sound.
These tones tell you when to check,
turn over, separate, or rearrange the
food. To start the oven again, press
START.
The length of defrosting time varies according to
how solidly the food is frozen.
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The shape of the package affects how quickly food
will defrost. Shallow packages will defrost more
quickly than a deep block.
5. At the end of the defrosting time:
Display will show “END” and 3 tones will sound.
As food begins to defrost, separate the pieces.
Separated pieces defrost more evenly.
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NOTE: To defrost items not listed in the “Auto defrost
chart,” use 30% cook power. Refer to a reliable
cookbook for defrosting information.
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. The
foil can damage the oven lining.
Weight conversion chart
You are probably used to food weights as being in
pounds and ounces that are fractions of a pound
For better results, let food stand after defrosting.
(For more information on standing time, see “Micro-
wave cooking tips” in the “Cooking Guide” section.)
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(for example, 4 ounces equals 1⁄
pound [113.4 g]).
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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.
Turn food over during defrosting or standing time.
Break apart and remove food as required.
Equivalent Weight
OUNCES GRAMS
DECIMAL WEIGHT
1.6
3.2
4.0
4.8
6.4
8.0
9.6
11.2
12.0
12.8
14.4
16.0
45.4
90.7
.10
.20
113.4
136.1
181.4
226.8
272.2
317.5
340.2
362.9
408.2
453.6
.25 One-Quarter Pound
.30
.40
.50 One-Half Pound
.60
.70
.75 Three-Quarters Pound
.80
.90
1.00 One Pound
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
USING JET START
USING WARM HOLD OPTION
JET START lets you cook food for 30 seconds at
100% cook power or, during any manual program you microwave oven for up to 90 minutes.
You can safely keep hot, cooked food warm in your
can use it to add 30-second increments.
NOTES:
NOTES:
Warm Hold operates for up to 90 minutes.
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Each time you press JET START, it will add
30 seconds.
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Food cooked should be covered during Warm Hold.
•
Pastry items (pies, turnovers, etc.) should be
uncovered during Warm Hold.
•
You can enter JET START only after closing
the door or after pressing OFF / CANCEL.
•
Complete meals kept warm on a dinner plate
should be covered during Warm Hold.
•
You can also use the dial to increase or decrease
the remaining cook time during manual programs.
•
Do not use more than 1 complete Warm Hold cycle.
The quality of some foods will suffer with extended
time.
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1. Make sure your food is in the oven.
2. Press JET START.
1. Put hot, cooked food in the oven and
(each additional press adds 30 seconds of cooking
time, up to a total of 10 minutes)
close the door.
2. Press OPTIONS.
3. At the end of the cooking time:
Display will show “END” and 3 tones will sound.
3. Turn dial to “WARM HOLD”.
4. Press START. Display will show
“WARM”.
5. To cancel WARM HOLD open door or
press OFF / CANCEL.
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SENSOR COOKING
Your microwave oven has a sensor that detects
the humidity released by the food. The amount
of humidity detected tells the oven how long to
cook or heat your food. The sensor is used by
3 special functions: SENSOR COOK, SENSOR
REHEAT, and SENSOR POPCORN. The simple
instructions for these functions are on the
following pages.
USING SENSOR COOK
To use SENSOR COOK:
1. Put the food in the oven and close the
door.
NOTES:
2. Press SENSOR COOK.
If you want to cook by entering a time and cook
power, see “Microwave cooking guide” in the
“Cooking Guide” section.
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3. Turn dial to desired food.
NOTE: See the chart below for the types of food
to choose from.
The oven should be plugged in at least 5 minutes
before sensor cooking.
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Room temperature should not exceed 95°F (35°C).
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4. Press START.
Be sure the exterior of the cooking container and
the interior of the oven are dry. Wipe off each with a
paper towel.
SENSOR COOK will start automatically after a
short delay.
The oven will not generate microwave energy for
approximately 28 seconds at the beginning of the
sensor cooking cycle.
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When covering foods, be sure to leave an opening
big enough for moisture to escape so that the
sensor can determine cooking or reheating time.
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SENSOR COOKING CHART
FOOD
SERVING SIZE
DIRECTIONS
Baked
Potatoes
1 to 4 medium,
about 8 to 10 oz
(227 to 284 g) each
Pierce each potato several times with a fork and place
on the oven tray around the edge, at least 1 inch (2.5 cm)
apart.
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Frozen
Vegetables
1 to 4 cups
(250 mL to 1 L)
Remove from package. Place vegetables in a
microwavable container. Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Most vegetables need stirring and 2-3 minutes standing
time after cooking.
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Fresh
Vegetables
1 to 4 cups
(250 mL to 1 L)
Place moist vegetables in a microwavable
container. Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Most vegetables need stirring and 2-3 minutes standing
time after cooking.
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Frozen Entree
Rice, Pasta
Works best if entree
is 10 to 20 oz.
(284 to 567 g)
Remove from outer package. Loosen cover on three
sides. If entrée is not in a microwave-safe container, place
it on a plate, cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Most entrees need 2-3 minutes standing time after
cooking.
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•
1
⁄
2
to 2 cups (125 to
Follow measurements on package for ingredient amounts.
Place rice and liquid (water or chicken or vegetable stock)
in a microwavable dish with lid. Cover with lid. When
cooking is complete, allow rice to stand 5 minutes or until
liquid is absorbed. Stir rice.
500 mL) of dry rice
(Use medium or long
grain rice. Cook
instant rice accord-
ing to directions on
the package.)
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SENSOR COOKING
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
SENSOR COOKING CHART (CONT.)
FOOD
SERVING SIZE
DIRECTIONS
Casserole
1 to 3 cups
(250 to 750 mL)
Combine the ingredients per the recipe in a 1- to 2-quart
(1-2 L) casserole. Cover with plastic wrap and vent. After
cooking is complete, allow 5 minutes standing time.
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Ground Meat
Fish, Seafood
⁄
4
to 2 lbs
Crumble meat into a microwavable container. Season and
cover with plastic wrap. Vent cover for well-done meat.
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(113 to 907 g)
1
⁄
4
to 2 lbs
Place the food around the sides of a microwave-safe
container. Season and add 1⁄4 to 1⁄2 cup (63 to 125 mL) liquid
(wine, water, salsa, etc.) if desired. Cover with plastic wrap,
vented.
(113 to 907 g)
Scrambled Eggs
1 to 4 eggs
Break eggs into a 4-cup (1 L) measuring cup or 1-quart
(1 L) casserole. Add 1 tablespoon (15 mL) milk or water
per egg and beat. Cover with plastic wrap, vented. When
cooking is complete, remove from oven, stir, and allow 1 to
2 minutes standing time.
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Frozen Pizza
1 to 2 servings
Follow package directions.
3. Turn dial to desired food.
4. Press START.
USING SENSOR REHEAT
1. Put the food in the oven and close the
door.
SENSOR REHEAT will start automatically after a
short delay.
2. Press SENSOR REHEAT.
NOTE: When covering foods, be sure to leave an
opening big enough for moisture to escape so that the
sensor can determine cooking or reheating time.
SENSOR REHEATING CHART
SERVING SIZE
DIRECTIONS
FOOD
About 8 to 16 oz
(227 to 454 g)
Place food to be heated on a dinner plate or similar dish.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Dinner plate
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1 to 4 cups
(250 mL to 1 L)
Place food to be heated in a microwave container. Cover with
plastic wrap and vent.
Soup
1 to 4 cups
(250 mL to 1 L)
Place food to be heated in a microwave container. Cover with
plastic wrap and vent.
Sauce
1 to 2 cups
(250 to 500 mL)
Place food to be heated in a microwave container. Cover with
plastic wrap and vent.
Casserole
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
SENSOR COOKING
2. Press SENSOR POPCORN.
USING SENSOR POPCORN
SENSOR POPCORN lets you pop commercially
packaged microwave popcorn with just one touch.
3. Press START or allow the program to
start automatically after a short delay.
NOTES:
NOTE: The sensor will determine “popping time”,
based on the size of the package.
Pop only 1 package at a time.
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•
If you are using a microwave popcorn popper,
follow manufacturer's instructions.
1. Place the bag in the center of the
turntable and close the door.
SENSOR POPCORN CHART
SERVING SIZE
DIRECTIONS
POPCORN
3.5 oz (99 g)
3.0 oz (85 g)
1.75 oz (50 g)
1.5 oz (42 g)
Follow package directions.
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•
Use a popcorn package which is made especially for microwave
cooking.
Do not try to pop unpopped kernels.
Pop only 1 package at a time.
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•
Do not leave the microwave oven unattended while popping
popcorn.
If you are using a microwave popcorn popper, follow manufacturer’s
instructions.
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•
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.
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COOKING GUIDE
MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS
Amount of food
Releasing pressure in foods
If you increase or decrease the amount of food
Several foods (for example: baked potatoes,
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•
you prepare, the time it takes to cook that food will
also change. For example, if you double a recipe,
add a little more than half the original cooking time.
Check for doneness and, if necessary, add more
time in small increments.
sausages, egg yolks, and some fruits) are tightly
covered by a skin or membrane. Steam can build
up under the membrane during cooking, causing
the food to burst. To relieve the pressure and to
prevent bursting, pierce these foods before
cooking with a fork, cocktail pick, or toothpick.
Starting temperature of food
Using standing time
The lower the temperature of the food being put
•
into the microwave oven, the longer it takes to cook.
Food at room temperature will be reheated more
quickly than food at refrigerator temperature.
Always allow food to stand after cooking. Stand-
•
ing time after defrosting and cooking allows the
temperature to evenly spread throughout the food,
improving the cooking results.
Composition of food
The length of the standing time depends on how
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Food with a lot of fat and sugar will be heated
much food you are cooking and how dense it is.
Sometimes it can be as short as the time it takes
you to remove the food from the oven and take it to
the serving table. However, with larger, denser food,
the standing time may be as long as 10 minutes.
•
faster than food containing a lot of water. Fat and
sugar will also reach a higher temperature than
water in the cooking process.
The more dense the food, the longer it takes to heat.
“Very dense” food like meat takes longer to reheat
than lighter, more porous food like sponge cakes.
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Arranging food
For best results, place food evenly on the plate. You
can do this in several ways:
Size and shape
Smaller pieces of food will cook faster than larger
pieces. Also, same-shaped pieces cook more evenly
than different-shaped pieces.
If you are cooking several items of the same
food, such as baked potatoes, place them in a ring
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•
pattern for uniform cooking.
With foods that have different thicknesses, the
When cooking foods of uneven shapes or
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•
thinner parts will cook faster than the thicker parts.
Place the thinner parts of chicken wings and legs in
the center of the dish.
thickness, such as chicken breasts, place the
smaller or thinner area of the food towards the
center of the dish where it will be heated last.
Layer thin slices of meat on top of each other.
•
Stirring, turning foods
When you cook or reheat whole fish, score the
skin – this prevents cracking.
•
Stirring and turning foods spreads heat quickly to
•
the center of the dish and avoids overcooking at the
outer edges of the food.
Do not let food or a container touch the top or
sides of the oven. This will prevent possible arcing.
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Covering food
Cover food to:
Reduce splattering
•
Shorten cooking times
•
Keep food moist
•
You can use any covering that lets microwaves pass
through. See “Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven”
for materials that microwaves will pass through. If you
are using the Sensor function, be sure to vent.
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CARING FOR YOUR
MICROWAVE OVEN
MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS (CONT.)
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.
To make sure your microwave oven looks
good and works well for a long time, you
should maintain it properly. For proper care,
please follow these instructions carefully.
Using aluminum foil
For interior surfaces: Wash often with warm, sudsy
water and a sponge or soft cloth. Use only mild, non-
abrasive soaps or a mild detergent. Be sure to keep
the areas clean where the door and oven frame
touch when closed. Wipe well with clean water. Over
time, stains can occur on the surfaces as the result of
food particles spattering during cooking. This is
normal.
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 (.64 cm) high. This ensures even
4
For stubborn soil, boil 1 cup (250 mL) of water in the
oven for 2 or 3 minutes. Steam will soften the soil. To
get rid of odors inside the oven, boil 1 cup (250 mL)
of water with lemon juice or vinegar.
heating of the container bottom.
Always remove the lid to avoid damage to the oven.
Use only undamaged containers.
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•
Do not use containers taller than 3⁄4 in (1.9 cm).
Container must be at least half filled.
For exterior surfaces and control panel: Use a
soft cloth with spray glass cleaner. Apply the spray
glass cleaner to the soft cloth; do not spray directly
on the oven.
To avoid arcing, there must be a minimum 1⁄
in
4
(.64 cm) between the aluminum container and the
walls of the oven and also between two aluminum
containers.
NOTE: Abrasive cleansers, steel-wool pads,
gritty wash cloths, some paper towels, etc., can
damage the control panel and the interior and exterior
oven surfaces.
Always place the container on the turntable.
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•
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.
Let food stand for 2 to 3 minutes after heating so
that heat is spread evenly throughout container.
To clean turntable and turntable support, wash in
mild, sudsy water; for heavily soiled areas use a mild
cleanser and scouring sponge. The turntable and
turntable support are dishwasher-safe.
•
Cooking you should not do in your microwave oven
Do not do canning of foods in the oven. Closed
glass jars may explode, resulting in damage to the
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.
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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?
No. If you remove or turn over the turntable, you
will get poor cooking results. Dishes used in
your oven must fit on the turntable.
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 not taller than 3⁄
inch [1.9 cm] deep 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 ap-
pears 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 may 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.
What does “standing time” mean?
“Standing time” means that food should be
removed from the oven and covered for additional
time to allow it to finish cooking. This frees the
oven for other cooking.
Why does steam come out of the air exhaust vent?
Steam is normally produced during cooking. The
microwave oven has been designed to vent this
steam out the vents.
Can I pop popcorn in my microwave oven?
How do I get the best results?
Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn
following manufacturer’s guidelines or use the
preset SENSOR POPCORN button. Do not use
regular paper bags. Use the “listening test” by
stopping the oven as soon as the popping slows
to a “pop” every 1 or 2 seconds. Do not repop
unpopped kernels. Do not pop popcorn in
glass cookware.
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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 before calling for assistance or service. If you still need help, see the
“Requesting Assistance or Service” section.
IF MICROWAVE DOES NOT OPERATE, FIRST CHECK THE FOLLOWING:
Is the microwave plugged into a live outlet with the proper voltage? (See installation instructions.)
•
Have you blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker?
•
Has the electric company experienced a power failure?
•
OTHER POSSIBLE PROBLEMS AND THEIR CAUSES:
Cause
Problem
The door is not firmly closed and latched.
The microwave oven
will not run.
•
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•
You did not press START.
You did not follow directions exactly.
An operation that was programmed earlier is still running.
You have not not dialed in the time after pressing COOK TIME.
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.
Microwave cooking
times seem too long.
•
The cook power is not at the recommended setting.
Larger amounts of food need longer cooking times.
•
•
The turntable will
not turn.
The turntable is not correctly in place. Make sure the turntable is correct-side
up and is sitting securely on center shaft.
•
The support is not operating correctly. Remove turntable, check that the
turntable support is properly in place, and restart oven. If turntable support
does not move, call a designated service technician for repair. Cooking
without the turntable can give you poor results.
•
The display shows a
time counting down but
the oven is not cooking.
The oven door is not closed completely.
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•
You have set the controls as a kitchen timer. Press OFF /CANCEL to
cancel the Minute Timer.
The command is not correct.
You do not hear the
Programming Tone.
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•
The oven has been stored in a cold area. The fan will run slower until the oven
warms up to normal room temperature.
The fan seems to be
running slower than
usual.
There has been a power interruption. Reset the clock.
The display is
showing “ : ”.
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If none of these items is causing your problem, see the “Requesting Assistance or Service” section on page 24.
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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
Call the Inglis Limited Consumer Assistance
Center toll free, 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
(EST), at 1-800-461-5681. Our
consultants are available to assist
you.
When calling:
Please know the purchase date, and the complete
model and serial number of your appliance (see the
“A Note to You” section). This information will help us
better respond to your request.
IF YOU NEED SERVICE:
Contact Inglis Limited Service from
anywhere in Canada at 1-800-807-6777.
FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE:
If you need further assistance, you can write to Inglis
Limited with any questions or concerns at:
Please include a daytime phone number in your
correspondence.
Consumer Relations Department
Inglis Limited
1901 Minnesota Court
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3A7
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WARRANTY
WHIRLPOOL* MICROWAVE OVEN
LENGTH OF WARRANTY
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION AND INGLIS LIMITED WILL PAY FOR
FULL TWO-YEAR
WARRANTY
FROM DATE
FSP* replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or
workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service
company.
OF PURCHASE
LIMITED THREE-YEAR
WARRANTY
THIRD THROUGH FIFTH
YEAR FROM
FSP replacement magnetron tube on microwave ovens if defective in
materials or workmanship.
DATE OF PURCHASE
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION AND INGLIS LIMITED WILL NOT PAY FOR
A. Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation of your microwave oven.
2. Instruct you how to use your microwave oven.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring.
4. Replace owner-accessible light bulbs.
B. Repairs when your microwave oven is used in other than normal, single-family household use.
C. In-home service. Your microwave oven must be taken to a Whirlpool designated service company, except
when your microwave oven is installed over an approved Whirlpool oven using an approved built-in kit.
(See the “Built-In kits” section for a list of approved built-in kits.)
D. Damage to your microwave oven caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God, or use of products
not approved by Whirlpool Corporation or Inglis Limited.
E. Any labor costs during limited warranty.
F. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.
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G. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside Canada.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION AND INGLIS LIMITED SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some provinces 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 vary from province to province.
Outside Canada, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your authorized Whirlpool
dealer.
If you need assistance or 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
you can call our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-461-5681, or writing: Consumer Relations Department,
Inglis Limited, 1901 Minnesota Court, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3A7. For service, call 1-800-807-6777.
3828W5A1149/8171821
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