Whirlpool MW8200XR User's Manual
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1. use amp care guide MICROWAVE OVEN Model MW8200XR ss Freezers Refrigerator Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Built In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumid Contents Parts and Features Installation Instructions Before You Install Grounding Instructions Your Microwave Oven Building in Your Microwave Oven Before You Use Your Caring for Your Microwave Oven Microwave Oven 3 Cleaning the Microwave Oven Precautions to Avoid Possible Replacing the Light Bulb Exposure to Excessive How Your Microwave Oven Works If You Need Service or Assistance 1 Before Calling for Assistance 2 If You Need Assistance 3 If You Need Service 4 If You Have a Problem Microwave Energy important Safety Instructions Using Your Microwave Oven Mic owave Oven Controls Setting the Controls Detr5sting in Your Microwave Oven Bi Le vel Cooking T Operating Safety Precautions NN 0 UNO f w c 1985 Whirlpool Corporation Parts and features Model MW8200XR Cops your Model and Serial Numbers here Ifyo need service or call with a question have this information ready 1 Gomplete Model and Serial Numbers from the Zune plate ust behind the microwave oven door on Model Number the oven frame 2 Purchase date from sales slip Serial Number Copy this information in these spaces Keep this VENTS DEFROST GUIDE2. oO a A Nm e c m oO m lt O m oO 70 gt u 2 2 zZ Q m Notes 4 Notes 15 lt gt Whirlpool Home 4 Appliances Making your world a little easier Part No 313665 Rev A Printed in USA c 1985 Whirlpool Corporation ce Makers Dishwashers Built In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers Automatic Washers Clothes
3. 832985 Bi Level Cooking Rack Kit Operating safety precautions WARNING DO NOT use oven until you have read and understand ALL the information on safe use NEVER COOK OR REHEAT A WHOLE EGG Steam build up in whole eggs may cause them to burst and burn you and possibly damage the oven Slice hard boiled eggs be fore heating In rare in stances poached eggs have been known to explode Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cutting into them USE HOT PADS Microwave energy does not heat contain ers but the hot food does Liquids heated in certain containers especially cylindrical shaped containers may become overheated The liquid may splash out with a loud noise during or after heating or when adding ingredients coffee etc resulting in harm to the oven and possible personal injury For best results stir any liquid several times before heating or reheating DO NOT heat store or use flammable or inflammable materials in or near the oven NEVER Jean on the door or allow a child to swing on it when the door is open Injury could result DO NOT can foods in the oven Closed glass jars may explode resulting in damage to the oven or possible personal injury DO NOT use the oven to sterilize objects baby bottles etc It is difficult to maintain the high temperature required for safe sterilization continued on next page C eo z 6 Cc a
4. Behind Oven Door CONTROL PANEL MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE Behind Oven Door DOOR LATCH book your warranty and sales slip together ina Purchase Date handy place There is no warranty registration to return Proof of purchase is all that is required for in warranty service Service Company Phone Number Fill out and return the Microwave Registration Card attached to the oven door If the card is missing please send the model number of your microwave oven with your name and address to Whirlpool Corporation Microwave Registration Department Administrative Center 2000 U S 33 North Benton Harbor Michigan 49022 This information will help us reach you if there is ever a need to pass along information about your microwave oven Before you install your microwave oven Read and carefully follow the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS found on page 9 of this Use amp Care Guide Before you use your microwave oven Read this Use amp Care Guide carefully for important use and safety information Store in a convenient place for future use It is your personal responsibility and obligation to be sure your microwave oven Has been installed where it is protected from the elements The microwave oven should be at a temperature above 50 F 10 C for proper operation e Has been installed on a surface strong enough to support its weight e Has been properly connected to electrical supply and ground
5. intake openings can cause poor This could damage the outside of the cabinet cooking results Make sure the microwave oven legs are in place Do not set the oven on anything that will block the air intake openings e Y m 20 gt z Ld gt Tr m 2 TU a m gt e y un e z a gt me m e zZz 5 Electrical requirements Observe all governing codes and ordinances A120 Volt 60 Hz AC only 15 or 20 amp fused electrical supply is required Time delay fuse is recommended It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided 6 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electrical shock DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD GROUNDING PRONG 7 For your personal safety this appliance must be grounded In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire forthe elec tric current This appliance is equipped with a 3 PRONG GROUNDING PLUG 3 PRONG GROUNDING TYPE WALL RECEPTACLE GROUNDING S PRONG POWER SUPPLY p CORD polarized 3 prong grounding plug It must be plugged into a correct polarized mating 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle prop erly installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances If a mating wall recep tacle is not available or i
6. 19 e lt m 2 m z e O m a zZ 9 e a m 2 im Le m O 2 0 z o CAUTION DO NOT use the oven until you have read and understand ALL precautions to prevent damage to the oven DO NOT use the oven for storage Do not leave paper products books or cooking utensils in the oven when not in use Fire may result if someone accidentally starts the oven Don t let anything touch the top of the oven DO NOT OVERCOOK POTATOES Fire could result At the end of the recom mended cooking time they should be slightly firm Wrap in foil and set aside for 5 minutes They will finish cooking while standing If a fire should start in the oven cavity keep door closed e turn oven off e disconnect the power supply at the cord fuse box or circuit breaker DO NOT pop popcorn except in a microwave approved popcorn popper or commercial package designed especially for microwave ovens Results are the man ufacturers responsibility NEVER try to pop corn in a paper bag Overcooking may result in smoke and fire DO NOT try to meit paraffin wax in the oven Fire or other hazards may result Starting a microwave oven when it s empty is not recommended If you experiment put a container of water in the oven It is normal forthe inside of the oven door to look wavy after the oven has been running for a while General information If your electric power line voltage
7. and efficient operation However as with any appliance there are special Installation and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation and prevent damage to the unit WARNING lo reduce the risk of burns electric shock fire injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy 1 Rea ail instructions before using appliar se 2 Reac and follow the specific PRECAU TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found on page 3 3 This copliance must be grounded Con nect oniy to properly grounded outlet See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS found on page 10 4 Instal or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided IN STALLATION INSTRUCTIONS found on page 9 5 Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example closed glass jars may explode and should not be heated in this oven 6 Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual 7 As with any appliance close supervi sion is necessary when used by children 8 Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped Electric shock fire or other haz ards may result 9 This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Call a Whirlpool authorized TECH CARE Service Company for examination repair or adjustment 10 Do not cover or block a
8. ed See Installation Instructions e Is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly s properly maintained e Is used only for jobs expected of a home microwave oven PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY DO NOT attempt to oper DO NOT operate the The microwave oven ate this oven with the door oven if it is damaged It is should be checked for open since open door op particularly important that microwave leakage by eration can result in harm the oven door close qualified service personnel a uv gt zZ g Tr m gt c JJ m Nm e m rn Oo Lr m c eo zZ lt O Cc b Q 6 lt m 2 m z ful exposure to microwave properly and that there is after a repair is made energy It is important notto no damage to the defeat or tamper with the 1 Door bent safety interlocks 2 Hinges and latches DO NOT place any object broken or loosened qualified service The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly between the oven front 3 Door seals and sealing personnel surfaces face and the door or allow DO NOT operate the soll or eieanerresidue DO NOT operate the Ilo Wave oven with the 2 a SEE microwave oven ifthe outer cabinet removed BUSS door window is broken IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Microwave ovens have been used successfully in homes for a number of years They are thoroughly tested for safe
9. es gt Whirlp ol 7 TECH CARE service TECH CARE trained 10 fulfill he FRANCHISED SERVICE product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate TECH CARE service in your area call our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE 4 REPAIR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING 8 PARTS WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 129 Maple eem 999 9999 SERVICE COMPA NIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple o s 999 9999 OR WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple 2 999 9999 4 If you have a problem Call our COOL LINE service assistance tele phone number see Step 2 and talk with one of our Consultants or if you prefer write to Mr Stephen E Upton Senior Vice President Whirlpool Corporation Administrative Center 2000 U S 33 North Benton Harbor MI 49022 If you must call or write please provide model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem This infor mation is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance 13 e lt O 7 e 6 5 lt m 5 z
10. f you are not sure if the wall receptacle is properly grounded and po larized have it checked by a qualified electrician Itisthe personal responsibility and obligation of the customerto have a properly grounded and correctly polarized 3 prong wall receptacle in stalled by a qualified electrician Consult a qualified electrician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded lt is NOT recommended to use an extension cord with your microwave oven but if you find it necessary to do so temporarily until a properly grounded and polarized 3 prong receptacle is installed use only a heavy duty UL listed 3 wire grounding type exten sion cord containing three 16 gauge mini mum copper wires lt must not be longer than 10 feet cords longer than 10 feet may affect the cooking performance of your microwave oven The plug on the extension cord must fit into a 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle as shown on this page and the receptacle end of the extension cord must accept the 3 prong grounding plug of the microwave oven ECL Uy Plug the oven into the proper elec trical outlet and put about one cup 250 mL of cold water in a glass container in the oven Close the door Make sure it latches Fol low the directions on page 6 to set the oven to COOK for 2 minutes When the time is up the water should be heated 9 This microwave oven is des
11. hree parts in the control section The Timer The Cook Power Control The Start Button instructions for each control are covered on the following pages Read them carefully The Timer The timer can be set for up to 60 minutes of timing This con trols how long the microwave oven COOKS o gt n m 2 e c 2 z lt O O 6 5 lt m 2 m zZ The Variable Cook Power Contro al lows you to control the cooking speed See the Cook Power Char on the next page for the differ ent percentages of VARIABLE COOK POWER cooking powers uus MED HIGH VARIABLE COOK POWER The Start Button START The START Button starts the cooking The oven door must be closed and securely latched before the oven will operate Setting the controls Be sure you understand the basics on microwave oven cooking before you start Start with recipes from your MICRO MENUS Cookbook Follow the directions carefully 4 Place food in the oven then close the door The oven won t work if the door isn t closed tightly 3 setthe Variable Cook Powerto the desired setting from HIGH to LOW Some recipes call for lower Cook Powers for best results See chart The lower the Cook Power the slower the cooking To stop the oven 4 Turn the Timer Knob counterclockwise to O OR 2 Openthe oven door 2 Set cooking times up to 60 minutes by turning the Timer Knob clockw
12. igned for use in the household only and must not be used for commercial purposes DO NOT remove the outer case door or con trol panel at any time The unit is equipped with high voltage and should not be serviced unless by an authorized Whirlpool trained service technician SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Building in vour microwave oven Your microwave oven is not limited to carts counters or tables Custom installations are made easy with kits available from your dealer 1 Build the microwave oven into a cabinet or Ask your dealer for details on wall by itself or over built in single ovens in the e 832978 30 inch Built in Kit Whirlpool RDE REE RGE RB and SB model series e 832989 24 inch Built in Kit 2 Attach the microwave oven to a wall by itself 832991 27 inch Built in Kit or with cabinets over it e 832993 Wall Mounting Kit RH3330XR MI 3 Put the microwave oven on the MICRO SHELF ESOS Hood over a cooktop The hood is available Use only approved installation kits ducted or as a recirculating hood and includes Obtain these kits from your authorized cooktop lights Whirlpool dealer Caring for your microwave oven Cleaning the microwave oven z a gt 2 oO z o O gt 2 z T o 7 e Cc a Oo 9 lt m S zZ Wipe often with warm sudsy For stubborn soil boil a cup Be sure to clean the areas water and a soft cloth or of water in the oven for 2 or 3 where the door a
13. is less than the nor mal 120 volts cooking times may be longer DO NOT use newspaper or other printed paper in the oven Fire could result DO NOT ary flowers fruit herbs wood paper gourds or clothes in the oven Fire or other hazards may result To test a dish for safe use put it into the oven with a cup of water beside it Cook on high Cook Power for one minute If the dish gets hot and water stays cool do not use it Installation instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY Installing your microwave oven 1 Empty the microwave oven and clean inside it 2 Putthe oven on a cart counter table or shelf with a soft damp cloth Check for damage such that is strong enough to hold the oven the food as misaligned door damage around the door or and the utensils you put in it The control side of dents inside the oven or on the exterior If there is the unit is the heavy side Use care when han any damage do not operate the unit until it has dling The weight of the oven is approximately 59 been checked by an authorized trained service Ibs 26 76 kg technician and any repair made TOP SIDE SIDE 3 Do not block the vent opening at the 4 Do not install the oven next to a conven front of the oven or the air intake opening tional surface unit or in any area where on the bottom or rear of the oven Blocking excessive heat and steam are generated vent or air
14. ise To reduce the cooking time turn the Timer Knob counterclockwise Each mark is 30 seconds for the first 10 minutes After 10 minutes each mark is 2 minutes COOK POWER CHART Recipes in the MICRO MENUS Cookbook use Cook Power settings from HIGH to LOW Recipes from other books and maga zines may use different Cook Power percentages The following chart may be helpful HIGH 100 of full power MED HIGH 70 of full power MED 50 of full power MED LOW DEFROST 30 of full power LOW 15 of full power To restart the oven 1 Close the oven door 2 Set the Timer if needed to the desired cooking time 3 Push the START Button To set the timer for less than 1 minute turn Timer Knob past 1minute then to desired time 4 Push the START Button The oven light will come on and cooking will begin You will hearthe fan running during oven operation When the set time is up the oven will shut off automati cally You will hear a bell the light will go off and the fan will stop Defrosting in your microwave oven Use the MED LOW DEFROST set ting to thaw frozen food be fore cooking See the Defrost Guide on the top oven door frame or your MICRO MENUS Cookbook for suggested defrost times Bi level cooking A removable Bi Level Cooking Rack is available as an accessory kit This rack lets you cook or reheat foods together as a meal Ask your dealer for details on MK800
15. nd oven sponge minutes Steam will soften frame touch when closed the soil When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come to gether on closing the door use only mild non abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth Rinse well Caution Abrasive cleansers steel wool pads gritty wash cloths etc can damage the control panel electronics and the interior and exterior oven surfaces Use a soft cloth or a sponge with a mild detergent or spray glass cleaner Replacing the light bulb The microwave oven light should come on whenever the door is opened or the oven is operating To replace 1 Unplug or turn off at fuse box or circuit breaker 2 Open the oven door 3 Remove the 3 screws from the front of the cover 4 Pull down the front portion of the cover It is creased across its width to form a hinge 5 Remove and replace the 25 watt candelabra base bulb FSP 313760 Obtain bulb from yourauthorized Whirlpool dealer 6 Close the cover and replace the screws 7 Plug in orturn on the main power supply Light Bulb Cover 1 How your microwave oven works Microwave ovens are safe Microwave energy is not hot It causes food to make its own heat and it s this heat that cooks the food Microwaves are like TV waves or light waves You can t see them but you can see what they do Mode Mixer Oven Cavity A magnetron in the micro wave oven produces micro wa
16. ny opening on the appliance for fire may result 11 Do not use outdoors for damage to the oven or electric shock may result 12 Do not immerse cord or plug in water for electric shock may result 13 Keep cord away from heated surfaces for electric shock may result 14 Donotlet cord hang over edge oftable or counter for electric shock may result 15 See door surface cleaning instructions on page 11 16 To reduce the risk of fire or fire in the oven cavity a Do not overcook food Carefully attend appliance if paper plastic or other com bustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking Paper can char or burn and some plastics can melt if used when heating foods b Test dinnerware or cookware before using See page 8 Some dishes mela mine Centura etc absorb microwave en ergy becoming too hot to handle and slowing cooking times Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven Cooking in metal containers can damage the oven So can containers with hidden metal twist ties foil lining staples metallic glaze or trim c If materials inside the oven should ignite keep oven door closed turn oven off and disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel 17 Read and follow OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS starting on page 7 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Using your microwave oven Microwave oven controls There are t
17. reaker box Have you checked the electric company for a power failure If the microwave oven will not run e Is the Timer set e s the door firmly closed and latched e Did you push the START Button e Did you follow the directions on page 6 exactly If the microwave cooking times seem too long Is the electric supply to your home low or lower than normal Your electric company can tell you if the line voltage is low e is the Cook Power set correctly e Are you allowing for more time when cooking more food at one time 2 Mf you need assistance Call the Whirlpool COOL LINE service as sistance telephone number Dial free from Continental U S 800 253 1301 Michigan 800 632 2243 Alaska Hawaii 800 253 1121 and talk with one of ourtrained Consultants The Consultant can instruct you on how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area amp tor your Whirlpool appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpoo Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement par 3 If you need service Whirlpoo has a nationwide net work of franchised TECH CARE serv ice Compani
18. ves The microwaves move into the oven where they are scattered or stirred by a mode mixer like a fan Microwaves bounce off metal oven walls and are absorbed by food Microwaves pass through glass paper and plastic with out heating them so food ab sorbs the energy Microwaves bounce off metal pans so food does not absorb the energy 12 Microwaves may not reach the center of a roast The heat around the outside is what cooks the roast all the way through This is one of the rea sons for letting some foods roasts baked potatoes stand for a while after cook ing or for stirring some foods during the cooking time Magnetron Ceramic Bottom Metal Floor The ceramic bottom of your microwave oven lets micro waves through Then they bounce off a metal floor back through the ceramic bottom and are absorbed by the food The microwaves disturb water molecules in the food As the molecules bounce around bumping into each other heat is made like rub bing your hands together This is the heat that cooks If you need service or assistance we suggest you follow these four steps 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind If nothing operates e Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage See page 10 e Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit b
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