Whirlpool MW3000XM User's Manual
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1. oven So can containers with hidden metal twist ties foil lining staples metallic glaze or trim Test dinnerware or cookware before using See page 4 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 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS a YN gt r4 oO n m 2 a m Mm o nm gt m 2 Before you use your microwave oven Read this Use and Care Guide carefully for important use and safety information It is your personal responsibility and obligation to be sure your microwave oven e 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 Has been properly connected to electrical supply and grounded 41 e Is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly 243 e Is properly maintained e Is used only for jobs expected of a home microwave oven See installation instructions on page 6 PRE CAU TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY DO NO atteinpt o sper DO NOT operate the The microwave oven ate this cven with he door oven if it is damaged It is should be checked for open s n e open door op particularly important that microwave leakage by eration c an result in narm the oven2. will hear the fan oven operation stop running To stop the oven 4 Turn Timer Knob If you remove the food counterclockwise to Q set the timer to 0 before OR closing the oven door so 2 Open the oven door it will not operate Opening the oven door stops the oven so you can stir turn rearrange or add ingredients to the food Close the oven door to complete cooking Defrosting in your microwave oven Special instructions for defrosting differenttypes of meat are given in the chart below Here are some additional tips for best defrosting results e Use two defrosting periods with a 10 minute standing time in between e At the end of the final standing time the center of the meat should still have ice crystals e Remove pieces of meat which begin to cook and or cover cooked edges with small pieces of aluminum foil e Rotate and turn the item over before starting the second defrost period e f additional defrosting time is needed add time in1 minute periods only Too much time will cause the edges ofthe food to cook FIRST FIRST SECOND FINAL DEFROST STANDING DEFROST STANDING ITEM PERIOD TIME PERIOD TIME INSTRUCTIONS Fish amp Seafood Fillets 11b pkg 2 min 10 min 2 min 15 30 min Carefully separate and rinse under cold water to finish thawing Lobster Tails 2 8 12 oz each 2 min 10 min 2 min 10 15 min See Fillet instructions Shrimp 602 pkg 1 min 10 min 4 min 10 15 min See Fillet instructions 1202 pk
3. 1b pkg 3 min 10 min 1 min 5 10 min Poultry Chicken Whole 2to 4 lbs 2 min lb 10 min 2 min lb 30 60 min Shield wings legs and tips with foil Place original pack age in cold water for final standing time Chicken Quarters 21 2 to 3 lbs 4 min 10 min 4 min 30 60 min Chicken Breasts 12 to 2 lbs 4 min 10 min 3 min 30 60 min Rock Cornish Hens Whole 18 20 oz each 2 5 min 10 min 5 min 15 30 min Place original pack 4 7 min 10 min 7 min 15 30 min age in cold waterfor final standing time Turkey Breasts bone in 410 8 Ibs 2 min lb 10 min 1 min lb 30 60 min See Rock Cornish Hen instructions Caring for your microwave oven Cleaning the microwave oven Wipe often with warm sudsy water and a soft cloth or sponge For stubborn soil boil a cup of water in the oven for 2 or 3 minutes Steam will soften the soil Be sure to clean the areas where the door and oven frame touch when closed 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 and the interior and exterior oven surfaces Use a soft cloth or a sponge with a mild detergent or spray glass cleaner Building in your microwave oven Your microwave oven is not limited to carts counters or tables Custom instal
4. and put about one cup 250 mL of cold water in a glass container in the oven Close the door Make sure it latches Follow the directions on page 9 to setthe oven to COOK for 2 minutes When the time is up the water should be heated 9 Alternate grounding method 2 GROUND ASSEMBLY y ATTACH TO GROUNDED COLD WATER PIPE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED COLD WATER PIPE O REMOVE PAINT ETC GROUND CLAMP GROUNDING MUST BE TIGHT o i EYELET gt 2 SCREW ON PIPE GROUND WIRE 46 n POWER SUPPLY CORD 3 PRONG gt GROUNDING PLUG ASSEMBLY RECEPTACLE If changing and properly grounding the wall receptacle is impossible and where local codes permit consult your electrical inspector a temporary adapter may be plugged into the existing 2 prong wall receptacle to mate with the 3 prong power supply cord THIS HOWEVER IS NOT RECOMMENDED If this is done you must connect the grounding eyelet on the adapter to the wall receptacle cov erplate screw and from this same screw you must connect a separate copper ground wire No 16 minimum to a grounded cold water pipe Do not ground to a gas supply pipe Do not connect to electrical supply until appliance is permanently grounded Cold water pipe must have metal continuity to electrical ground and not be interrupted by plas tic rubber or ofher electrically insulating connec tors including water meter or pump without adding a jumper wire at these
5. anual 7 As with any appliance close super vision 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 hazards 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 WARNING To reduce the risk of burns electric shock fire injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy 10 Do not cover or block any 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 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter for electric shock may result 15 See door surface cleaning instructions on page 12 16 To reduce the risk of 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 for more than 4 minutes b Remove wire twist ties from paper or plas tic bags before placing bag in oven Cook ing in metal containers can damage the
6. connections 11 This microwave oven is designed for use in the household only and must not be used for commercial purposes DO NOT remove the service panel door or control panel at any time The unit is equipped with high voltage and should not be serviced unless by an authorized Whirlpool trained service technician r4 gt rm x e Using your microwave oven Microwave oven control The control section consists of a Timer and a Micro Menu The Timer is the only oven control How to use the Timer will be covered on the following pages Read them carefully The Timer The minute timer can be set for up t015 minutes This controls how long the microwave oven cooks MICRO MENU cup 2 3 min BEVERAGES 2 bape domo 2shees 2 4 min BACON slices 5 6 min BAKED 21 7 3 mu BEANS Canned 20 21 or min CORN ON Fresh 2ears 6 B min THE COB Froten 2ears 8 10 min DINNER 1 5 6 min PLATE Rehealed i ENTREE Canned 15 1607 4 6 min HOT DOGS 1 45 60 sec IN A BUN 2 vo min soup Canned 10 1107 68mn Cannes BOF VEGETABLES 16 oz Frozen 9 10 or 8 10 min lt gt rio Cooking in your microwave oven Be sure to read the Cooking Guide packed with your microwave oven lt contains information about e What microwave energy is e How food is cooked by microwave energy What affects cooking speed and cooking evenness e Safety tips e Utensils to use when cooking in the microwave oven Cooking tim
7. door ciose qualified service personnel ful exposure to microwave properly and that there is after a repair is made energy is important not to no damage to the defeat cr tamper with the 1 Door bent safety ir erlocks 2 Hinges and latches broken or loosened DO NOT place any object 3 Door seals and sealing betweer the oven front uncos face ana the door or allow soil or cleaner residue DO NOT operate the to accumulote on sealing microwave oven with the surfaces service panel removed The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel Operating safety precautions DO NOT use the oven until you have read and understand ALL the information on safe use USE HOT PADS Microwave To test a dish for safe use put it DO NOT neat or store flam energy does not heat con into the oven with a cup of mable or inflammable tainers but the hot food does water beside it Cook for one materials in or near the DO NOT let the oven continue minute If the dish gets hot oven to operate after removing and water stays cool do not food Turn Timer Knob counter use it clockwise to 0 4 WARNING Use care when heating liquids or adding ingredients to heated liquids Liquids heated in certain shaped containers may be come overheated The liquid may splash out with a loud noise during or after heating or when adding ingredients instant coffee etc This can harm the ove
8. es for different foods Important things to remember to get the best cooking results e ALWAYS cook food for the minimum recommended cooking time If necessary add time in one or two minute periods then check for doneness to avoid overcooking the food e Stir turn or rearrange the food about halfway through the cooking time for most even doneness with all recipes e If a glass cover is not available use waxpaper paper towels or Saran Wrap Turn back a corner to vent steam during cooking e When using microwave recipes from other cookbooks or sources slightly longer cooking times will be needed for those recipes calling for HIGH or FULL cook power For example add 1 to 2 minutes to a 5 minute cooking time Setting the timer Be sure you understand the basics of microwave oven cooking before you begin Start with the instructions in the Cooking Guide Follow the directions carefully DO THIS c o r4 9 6 5 O e 5 lt m 2 m z 4 Open the oven door by 2 Put food in the oven DO 3 Setthe cooking time by lifting the door handle NOT CLOSE THE DOOR turning the Timer Knob clockwise To reduce the cooking time turn the Timer Knob counterclockwise To set timer for less than 1 minute turn timer past 1 minute then to desired time 4 Close the door The oven 5 When the set time is up the will start cooking You will oven will shut off automati hear a fan running during cally You
9. g 2 min 10 min 2min 10 15 min See Fillet instructions Meat Beef Ground Beef 1 lb 2 min 10 min 2 min 15 30 min Roasts Rolled Rib Sirloin Tip 3to4lbs 8 min 10 min 8 min 112 2 hours Shield edges with foil Turn over after 1st defrost period Chuck 3 to 4 lbs 7 min 10 min 7 min 12 2 hours See Rolled Rib instructions Steaks Cubed Ib 1 min 10 min 1 min 15 30 min Rib Eye T bone or Tenderloin 2to 3 lbs 2 min 10 min 2 min 15 30 min Shield edges with foil Turn over after 1st defrost period Round or Sirloin 1 to 2 lbs 3 min 10 min 3 min 15 30 min See Rib Eye instructions Stew Meat 1 to 2 lbs 3 min 10 min 2 min 15 30 min Break cubes apart before final standing time 10 i eo z N lt 0 C FIRST FIRST SECOND FINAL gt DEFROST STANDING DEFROST STANDING 5 ITEM PERIOD TIME PERIOD TIME INSTRUCTIONS 3 Pork or Lamb 9 Bacon 1 Ib 2 min 10 min 2 min 15 30 min 2 Chops 12 thick m 1 to 1Y lbs 3 min 10 min 3 min 15 30 min Turn over before 2nd 9 defrost period Break m apart before final z standing time Chops1 thick 1 to 2v Ibs 4 min 10 min 3 min 15 30 min See instructions for 12 Chops Roasts and Hams 3to 4 Ibs 8 min 10 min 8 min 112 2 hours Shield edges with foil Turn over before 2nd defrost period Spare Ribs and Country Style Ribs 210 3 Ibs 4min 10 min 4 min 15 30 min Break apart before final standing time Wieners 12 oz pkg 2 min 10 min 1 min 540 min Shield ends with foil 1
10. 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 Guy Turner 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 O gt a z o e wo Q z Z e 5 lt Q c z m m DO m a lt O m O a gt nn e 2 gt z O m Notes Notes wo gt Whirlpool Home e Appliances Making your world a little easier Part No 42090P01 788007 Printed in U S A 1984 Whirlpool Corporation e Makers Dishwashers Built In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers Automatic Washers Clothes I IM ml e
11. in these spaces Keep this book your warranty and sales slip togetherina 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 inside the oven 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 ifthere is ever a need to pass along information about your microwave oven IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed including the following 1 Read all instructions before using appliance 2 Read and follow the specific PRE CAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found on page 4 3 This appliance must be grounded Con nect only to properly grounded outlet See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS found on page 7 4 Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions 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 m
12. lations are made easy with kits available from your dealer 4 Build the microwave oven into a cabinet or a wall 2 Attach the microwave oven to a wall by itself or with cabinets over it Ask your dealer for details on e RCK304 788002 24 inch Built in Kit e RCK310 788004 Wall Mount Kit 12 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 oven correctly plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage See page 6 e Have you checked the main fuse or circuit breaker box If the microwave oven will not run Did you set the Timer e Is the door firmly closed and latched e Did you follow the directions exactly If microwave cooking times seem too long e 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 Are you cooking more than one food item More time will be needed 2 If 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 amp Hawaii 800 253 1121 and talk with one of our trained Consultants The Consultant can instruct you on how to obtain satisfactory operatio
13. n and the hot liquid could burn you Do not use such containers to heat liquids again If a fire should start in the oven cavity keep door closed turn oven off disconnect the power supply atthe cord fuse or circuit breaker 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 some one 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 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 before heating In rare instances poached eggs have been known to explode Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cutting into them If your electric power line voltage is less than the nor mal 120 volts cooking times may be longer NEVER lean on the door or allow a child to swing on it when the door is open Injury could result NEVER start a microwave oven when it s empty The oven can be damaged If you experiment puta con tainer of water in the oven It is normal for the inside of the oven door to look wavy after the oven has been running f
14. n from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area R FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for 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 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide net lt gt work of franchised 2 TECH CARE serv jn Whirlp ol ice Companies TECH CARE service technicians are TECH CARE trained to tulfill the FRANCHISED SERVICE prod uct warra nty 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 ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XY2 SERVICE CO 123 Maple ennt 999 9999 APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple 999 9999 OR WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple 999 9993 4
15. or a while o m le m f o z O 5 O 6 lt m 2 m z 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 with a soft damp cloth Check for damage such as misaligned door damage around the door or dents inside the oven or on the exterior If there is any damage please do not operate the unit until it has been checked by an authorized Whirlpool service technician and any repairs made 3 Do not block the vent or air intake open ings on the rear of the oven Blocking vent or air intake openings can cause damage to the oven and poor cooking results Make sure the microwave oven legs are in place to ensure proper air flow 5 Read and follow the ELECTRICAL REQUIRE MENTS and GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS before plugging in and operating the microwave oven 2 Putthe 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 Handling can be tricky The weight of the oven is approximately 41 lbs 18 6 kg TOP 4 inch SIDE SIDE 4 inch 4 inch gt lt q 4 Do not install the microwave oven so that both sides and the top are flush with walls shelves or cabinets Both sides and the top must have at least 1 in 2 54 cm clearance for proper ope
16. ration Do not install the oven next to or over a conven tional surface unit or in any area where exces sive heat and steam are generated This could damage the outside of the cabinet 6 Electrical requirements Observe all governing codes and ordinances A120 Volt 60 Hz AC only 15 Amp fused elec trical supply is required Time delay fuse is recommended It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided DO NOT use a male to female extension cord GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Electrical ground is required on this appliance DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD GROUND PRONG 8 Recommended grounding method POWER SUPPLY CORD 3 PRONG GROUNDING TYPE I WALL RECEPTACLE Te i N 3 PRONG GROUNDING PLUG For your personal safety this appliance must be grounded This appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug To minimize possible shock hazard the cord must be plugged into a mating 3 prong ground ing type wall receptacle which is correctly polar ized and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances If a mating wall receptacle is not avail able itis the personal responsibility and obligation ofthe customer to have a properly polarized and grounded 3 prong wall recep tacle installed by a qualified electrician UY 40 Plug the oven into the proper electrical outlet
17. use amp care guide COMPACT MICROWAVE OVEN Model MW3000XM Freezers Refrigerator Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Built In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumidifit m 3 ES N b ml Eu _ Contents ode Parts and Features 2 SettingtheTimer 22222222000 Important Safety Instructions she 28 Defrosting in Your Microwave Oven Before You Use Your Microwave Oven 4 Caring for Your Microwave Oven Prec autions to Avoid Possible Cleaning the Microwave Oven Exposure to Excessive Building In Your Microwave Oven M crowave Energy If You Need Service or Assistance Operating Safety Precautions 1 Before Calling for Assistance Installation Instructions 2 If You Need Assistance Using Your Microwave Oven 3 If You Need Service Microwave Oven Control 4 If You Have a Problem Coc ing in Your Microwave Oven c 1984 Whirlpool Corporation Parts and features Model MW3000XM ET VENTS Not Shown CONTROL PANEL LIFT UP DOOR HANDLE MODEL AND SERIAL LATCH NUMBER PLATE Copy vour Model and Serial Numbers here If you need service or call with a question have this information ready 1 Complete Model and Serial Numbers fromthe OI plate just behind the microwave oven door on Model Number the lower oven frame 2 Purchase date from sales slip Serial Number Copy this information
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