Whirlpool MH6700XM User's Manual
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1. DO NOT store things in the oven 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 If a fire should start in the oven cavity Make popcorn only in keep door closed turn oven and cooktop fan off e disconnect the power sup ply atthe fuse or circuit breaker If your electric power line voltage is less than the nor mal120 volts cooking times may be longer poppers designed for use in microwave ovens Follow popper directions Results are the popper manufacturer s responsibility Over cooking will not yield more popped Corn but may result in fire 1 Starting a microwave oven when its empty is not recommended If you ex periment put a container of water in the oven It is normal for the inside of the oven door to look wavy after the oven has been running for a while NEVER lean on the door or allow a child to swing on it when the door is open Injury could result Caring for your microwave oven Cleaning the microwave oven Wipe often with warm sudsy water and a soft cloth or sponge Caution p ad 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 b2. 4 To replace insert the front filter 5 Turn the power back onatthe 6 Do not operate the hood edge into the back of the main power supply without the filter s in place light lens Push up the back edge of the filter then pull out the two filter fasteners to secure the filter 13 Replacing the cooktop and oven lights The cooktop light is an18 watt fluorescent lamp The oven light is a 40 watt candelabra base bulb To replace either of these lights follow these steps 4 For your personal safety turn 2 Remove the grease filter 3 Remove the light lens by pull off the electric power at the See page 13 ing the back corners one main power supply at a time Grasp lens with both hands and pull again to release front edge from clips The cooktop light 1 Grasp the lamp at both ends 3 Replace the light lens 5 Turn the power back on at Roll bottom of lamp towards the main power supply the front until it stops Pulldown 4 Replace the grease filter and remove one end then the other 2 Replace with an 18 watt 24 inch fluorescent lamp The oven light 3 Replace with a 40 watt 1 8 candelabra base bulb 4 Replace the oven light assembly in the oven cavity and plug the white 1 Remove filter light lens and 2 Remove the oven light connector in fluorescent cooktop lamp cover screw slide the light E as described above Pull cover off and pull the oven 5 Replace the light lens down on the
3. Cooking with the Temperature Probe followed by Keep Warm The Temperature Probe helps take the guesswork out of cooking roasts and casseroles See page 10 for helpful information on cooking different types of food After the food reaches the temperature you set the oven will automatically keep the food warm for up to 60 minutes KEEP WARM will only operate if the Temperature Probe is plugged in It will continue to operate for 60 minutes or until the probe is removed Do not hold food for more than an hour The quality of the food will suffer with ex tended time DO THIS Plug Cable Probe gt 4 Insert at least 2 of the probe into the food VARIABLE COOK POWER 4 Set the Cook Power Control to the recommended setting Socket Plug Place food in the oven and insert the probe plug into the socket on the top oven wall near the front PROBE TEMPERATURE KEEP Nol 140 d Ww O ae 2 7 B Setthe Probe Temperature Control to the recom mended temperature 3 Make sure the probe cable does not touch any part of the oven interior Damage to the probe or oven could result Close the door 6 Close the door The oven light will come on and cooking will begin When the probe senses the tern perature you selected the oven will automatically go into the Keep Warm Cycle Note The Temperature Probe should always be unplugged and removed with
4. affects cooking speed and cooking evenness e Safety tips Utensils to use when cooking in the microwave oven e Cooking times for different foods Important things to remember to get the BEST COOKING RESULTS 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 Ifa glass cover is not available use waxpaper paper towels or Saran Wrap Turn back a corner to vent steam during cooking Most foods continue to cook after they are removed from the oven Cover food and let stand 5 to 10 minutes depending on size and density Setting the controls Be sure you understand the basics of microwave oven cooking before you begin Start with recipes from your MICRO MENUS Cookbook Follow the directions carefully VARIABLE COOK POWER 4 Open the oven door and 2 Set the cooking time by 3 Set the Cook Power to the put the food in the oven DO turning the Timer Knob desired setting from HIGH to NOT CLOSE THE OVEN clockwise To reduce the WARM For best results DOOR cooking time turn the Timer some recipes call for lower Knob counterclockwise Cook Powers See the To set timer for less than 1 Cook Power Chart on the minute turn timer past 1 next page The lower the minute then to desired Cook
5. 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 e Has been properly connected to electrical supply and grounded See Installation Instructions e s not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly e Is 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 If 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 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 adjusted orrepalteg Dy broken or loosened anyone except properly DO NOT place any object 3 Door seals and sealing qualified service between the oven front personnel surfaces face and the door or allow soil or Cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces The oven should not be IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Microwave ovens have been use
6. the food to cancel the Keep Warm Cycle and prevent the possibility of arcing Hints for using the temperature probe DO e use hot pads when removing probe from food or food from oven e stir foods during cooking when recommended stir soups Casseroles and drinks before serving cover roasts with foil and let stand a few minutes after cooking Remove foil if you de cide to cook it longer e unplug probe when food is removed to stop oven operation when door is closed Temperature probe cooking tips For casseroles the tip of the probe should be in the center of the food Stir foods when recom mended Replace the probe probe on e Casseroles cooked using the Temperature Probe should be made from precooked foods Do not use raw meats raw vegetables and cream sauces in casseroles e Dry casseroles do not work well e Thaw frozen casseroles and meats in the microwave oven before inserting the probe For liquids balance the spoon or spatula so the tip of the probe is in the center of the liquid DON T let probe cable or probe touch any part of the oven interior Damage to the probe or the oven could result let probe touch foil if used Arcing could re sult Foil can be kept away from probe with wooden toothpicks Remove foil if arcing occurs use paper plastic wrap or plastic containers Fire could result They will be in the oven too long use probe in regular oven Damag
7. white connec light assembly out of the 6 Replace the grease filter lorpiug todisconnect SXSIFCOS TY 7 Turn the power back on at the main power supply 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 Have you checked the main fuse or circuit breaker box e Is the oven correctly plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS If microwave cooking times seem too long is the electric supply to your home low or lowerthan normal Your electric company can tell you if the line voltage is low e ls the Cook Power set correctly e Are you allowing more time when cooking more than one food at one time If the oven or cooktop light does not work Is the bulb or lamp loose or burned out e Is the white plastic connector plug fully inserted If the exhaust fan does not work e Have you checked the main fuse or circuit breaker box If the exhaust fan does not turn off e The exhaust fan comes on automatically to protect the microwave oven if the tem perature gets too hot If the microwave oven turns off too soon or not soon enough when using the probe Is at least 72 of the probe in the food e s the probe tip in the center of the food e Is the probe touching bone or fat e
8. G RACK VENTS 2 SPEED COOKTOP LIGHT EXHAUST FAN Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here If youneed service or call with a question have this information ready 1 Complete Model and Serial Numbers from the plate just behind the microwave oven door on the oven frame 2 Purchase date from sales slip Copy this information in these spaces Keep this book your warranty and sales slip together in a handy place There is no warranty registration to return Proof of purchase is all that is required for in warranty service Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Service Company Phone Number Fill out and return the Microwave Registration Card inside the oven If fhe 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 packed with your oven o Z o mal z i e Lud o o 3 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
9. Have you allowed roasts to stand for a few minutes after cooking to equalize the temperature Is the Cook Power set correctly Is the Probe Temperature set correctly FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part R x 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 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 1124 and talk with one of our trained Consultants The Consultant can instruct you on how to obtain satistactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide net E work of franchised ez TECH CARE serv Whirlp ol ice Companies i TECH CARE service i technicians are TECH CARE trained to tulfill the 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
10. In Sandwiches Sauces Seafoods Soups Vegetables canned or pre cooked PROBE PLACEMENT Probe in center of dip Can touch dish bottom Probe can touch bottom of container Probe in center Can touch dish bottom Probe in center of dish Should not touch dish bottom Insert through one end of roast and push toward center Insert so probe is in center of meat Do not allow probe 1o contact bone marrow or fat pocket oven may stop before reaching desired temperature First 2 inch of probe in the center of the filling Probe in center of sauce Can touch dish bottom Probe in thickest part of lobster or fish orcenter of seafood casserole Probe can touch dish bottom Probe in center of vegetables TEMPERATURE SETTING 130 F 150 160 F 150 F 150 F Beef Veal amp Lamb Rare 125 F Medium 145 F Well 155 F Ham Fully cooked 120 F Meatloaf 140 F Pork fresh Ham 160 F Venison 160 F 120 150 F 160 170 F 150 160 F 150 170 F TIPS Stir before serving Partially cover dish to speed cooking Stir before serving Meat must be completely thawed Place on a mi crowave roasting rack in a glass baking dish Dur ing standing time the temperature will increase 5 to 10 F Place sandwich on paper plate or towel For multiple sand wiches place probe in center sandwich If soup has additional solid ingredient
11. Power the slower the time cooking ig COOK POWER CHART Recipes in the MICRO MENUS Cookbook use Cook Power settings from HIGH to WARM Recipes from other books and magazines may use different Cook Power percentages The following chart may be helpful HIGH 100 of full power i REHEAT 90 of full power MED HIGH 80 of full power MED 60 of full power MED LOW DEFROST 30 of full power WARM 10 of full power To stop the oven 4 Turn Timer Knob counter clockwise to 0 OR 2 Open the oven door Open ing the oven door stops the oven so you can stir turn re arrange or add ingredients to the food Close the oven doorto complete cooking If you remove the food set the timer to 0 before closing the oven door so it will not operate 4 Close the door The oven light will come on and cooking will begin You will hear a fan running during oven operation Defrosting in your microwave oven Use the MED LOW DEFROST setting to thaw frozen food before cooking This setting cooks at 30 of full power for the desired defrosting time For suggested defrosting times see the guide on the oven or the defrosting chart in the MICRO MENUS Cookbook 5 When the set time is up you will hear a bell and the oven will shut off autornati cally The light will go off and the oven fan will stop c e z 2 5 Q O 5 E 2 m z
12. d successfully in homes for a number of years They are thoroughly tested for safe 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 WA RNING To reduce the risk of burns electric shock fire injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy 1 Read all instructions before using appliance 2 Read and follow the specific PRECAU TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found on page 3 3 This appliance must be grounded Con nected to only properly grounded outlets See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS found in the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4 Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the separately 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 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 a
13. e Probe KEEP W WARM Temperature Control AOR tee ace t The Probe Temper STEW MEAT TEES gt ature Control allows STEAK 1 Ib 5 7 min you to cook by GROUND BEEF 11b 9 a 10 min GROUNOBEEF 2 bs 182 21 min temperature instead ROUNO STEAK t2lbs 92 10 min of by time See your BACON 11b 32 4 min 3 MICRO MENUS CHOPS 11b 7 8 min FRANKFURTERS ib 4 min Cookbook for help WHOLE CHICKEN 27 1 2324 min n ful intormation on CUTUPCHICKEN 24lbs 2123 min cooking different FISH FILLETS 11b LUNCH MEAT Bor 34 4 min types of food WHIPPED TOPPING 4or FRUIT 10 oz Tmk Cooktop fan and light controls The two buttons at the bottom of the control panel control the 2 Speed Exhaust Fan and the fluorescent Cooktop Light Press the Fan Button once for HIGH again for LOW and a third time to turn OFF Note If the temperature gets too hot around the microwave oven the exhaust fan in the vent hood will automatically turn on or change to the HIGH setting to protect the oven It may stay on up to an hour to cool the oven When this occurs pressing the Fan Button will not turn the fan OFE Push and hold the Light Button until the Cooktop Light comes on Press button again to turn OFF Cooking in your microwave oven Be sure to read the MICRO MENUS Cookbook packed with the microwave oven If contains information about What microwave energy is How food is cooked by microwave energy What
14. e to probe will result e force probe into frozen food Damage to probe will result For roasts the tip of the probe should be in the center of the largest muscle but not touching fat or bone a wooden e Dry meat loaf mixtures don t work well e Remember that roasts may vary in size shape and composition Use the timings for minutes per pound as a guideline as well as the Temperature Probe e Starchy vegetables tend to stick to the Temperature Probe e If you are cooking individual servings such as mugs of soup check the probe setting in sev eral of the items all the mugs may not heat at the same rate Cleaning the probe 1 Remove probe from microwave oven using hot pads 2 Wipe probe with a hot sudsy cloth Use a plastic scouring pad to remove stubborn foods 3 Do not clean the probe in the dishwasher c o Z fe c mJ O A S z m 9 m zZz Temperature probe cooking chart Food cooked in a microwave oven will continue to cook during the standing time Food temperature will rise 5 to 10 during the standing time The following chart shows how to use the Temperature Probe in different foods Remove the food and the Temperature Probe from the oven when it reaches the recommended temperature setting unless you wish the oven to hold the food in the Keep Warm Cycle FOOD Appetizer Dips Beverages Leftover amp Canned Foods Main Dishes amp Casseroles Meats Boneless Bone
15. ea when using your cooktop at a high setting Accidental fires from boilovers or spattering on the surface unit could spread especially if the exhaust fan is operating b Do not allow grease and soil to build up in the grease filter Exhaust fan efficiency will decrease and fire may result Clean often following the filter cleaning instruc tions on page 13 C Do not change the cooktop or oven lights without turning the power off at the main power supply Electrical shock may result d Do not flame foods when operating the exhaust fan The fan if operating may spread the flame and cause persondl in jury or property damage SAVE THESE INSIRUCTIONS Using your microwave oven Microwave oven controls There are four parts in the control section The Timer The Cook Power Control The Probe Temperature Control Cooktop Fan and Light Controls Instructions for each control are covered in the following pages Read them carefully The Timer Rc d Whifrlp ol The timer can be set for up to 45 minutes This controls how long the micro wave oven cooks e 3 e e zZ 2 5 O 2 g x E zZz VARIABLE COOK POWER The Cook Power Control The Cook Power Control allows you to control the cook ing speed See the Cook Power Chart MED on page 7 for the dif aN ferent percentages of cooking powers a oi Mf Wdy 35 z 30 Y DEFROST GUIDE PROBE TEMPERATURE Th
16. een known to explode Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cutting into them 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 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 12 Cleaning the grease filter The grease filter should be removed and cleaned often at least once a month Note If your microwave hood combination has an extra charcoal filter from the Recirculating Kit RCH6000 788000 it should be replaced every 12 months ONIVO NJAO JAVMOADIW ANOA ONISN 1 For your personal safety turn 2 Push in the two filter fasteners 3 Soak filter in hot water and a off the electric power at the at the back edge of the filter mild detergent Scrub and main power supply Pull down on the back edge swish to remove embedded of the filter frame Slide the dirt and grease Rinse well front edge out of the light lens and shake to dry Do not use ammonia or place ina dishwasher The aluminum will darken
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18. s increase temperature setting Partially cover container to speed cooking Operating safety precautions DO NOT use the oven until you have read and understand ALL the information on safe use DO NOT heat or store flammable or inflammable materials in or near the oven Fire may result USE HOT PADS Microwave energy does not heat con tainers but the hot food does DO NOT let the oven continue to operate after removing a food Cancel time or remove probe To test a dish for safe use If in doubt about any glass pot tery or china utensil WITHOUT METAL TRIM place dish in oven on HIGH for 20 seconds If it feels warm when taken from the oven do not cook or heat in it It is normal for the signal lights to flicker while the microwave oven is on c 2 zZz 2 i Ld e Q lt m 9 m z 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 oven and the hot liquid could burn you Do not use such containers to heat liquids again 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
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20. use amp care guide MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION Model MH6700XM 3 Freezers Refrigerator Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Built in Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumidif Contents Parts and Features Before You Install Your Microwave Oven Before You Use Your Microwave Oven Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy Important Safety Instructions Using Your Microwave Oven Microwave Oven Controls Setting the Clock Cooking in Your Microwave Oven Cooking in One Cycle High Cook Power Cooking at Lower Cook Powers Cooking in Two Cycles Defrosting Cooking Automatically after Defrosting Cooking with Temperature Probe followed by Keep Warm Temperature Probe Cooking Chart Auto Start Minute Timer Cancelling Instructions Programming Tone Operating Reminders Bi Level Cooking Rack Operating Safety Precautions Caring for Your Microwave Oven Cleaning the Microwave Oven Cleaning the Grease Filter Replacing the Cooktop and Oven Lights 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 1984 Whirlpool Corporation Parts and features mone ann sea TEMPERATURE NUMBER PLATE DOOR LATCH PROBE SOCKET f POOL MESTOM s Ur se ao BI LEVEL COOKIN
21. uthorized TECH CARE Service Company for examination repair or adjustment 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 b 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 Test dinnerware or cookware before using See page 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 18 Because of the automatic exhaust fan feature the following cautions must be observed a Do not leave the ar
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