Whirlpool MH2155XP User's Manual
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1. gt Whitlpool MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION Use amp Care Guide For questions about features operation performance parts accessories or service call 1 800 253 1301 or visit our website at www whirlpool com Table of Contents cccccccecesesesseeeseseees 2 Model MH2155XP 8204918 4619 652 64131 TABLE OF CONTENTS MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY cccsstsserstessessenseneerseesseeenensnenees Electrical Requirements A PARTS AND FEATUREG ccssesseessesseeeseenseeneeeseeeseersesneeesneneeens dE EE COOKING RACK EE MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL cccscsessesesessenserseeeseeesneseeens Display vis eege Eeer ed AE Ad Progress Ha iiien AER AEN N rnber Code EE Cooktop Be Lu EE D m dE MICROWAVE OVEN USE cccsscseessesnseeseenseeneeesseeseeeseenseeneeeseeens FOO Characteristics EE Cooking Guidelines c ceccescseeesseeeeeeseeseeseseseeesscesseeseaeeneneets Cookware and Dinnerware AEN Aluminum Foil and Metal AAA Cooking POW T shscissccctice ct cscsaie civdesiieas cveveveceivelsateieetensdacassstisesaees COOKING EE 10 Sensor Cookimg EE 10 Preset COOKING DEE 10 Cooking in Stages AAA 11 Reheating annainne dane sh i eee RE 11 DefrOSting MAn EE Zeene ante eebe Eve eebe 11 Warm Hold sseui resna odes a aiaa 12 MICROWAVE OVEN CARE sssussuseusunsnnnunnunnunnnnnnnennnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 12 General Cleanings sccceccsececestsaceszcasacanepavecenteenteveedatexsceascagiesesessins 12 Replacing Filt2. CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones AWARNING Food Poisoning Hazard Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before or after cooking Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness Hot cooked food can be kept warm in the microwave oven Warm Hold can be used by itself or can be programmed to follow a cooking cycle Opening the door during Warm Hold will cancel the function To Use Put hot cooked food in the oven Cover plates of food and foods that were cooked covered Pastries pies turnovers etc should remain uncovered 1 Touch WARM HOLD 2 Touch START WARM will appear on the display and the warm time will count down When the cycle ends END will appear in the display and the end of cycle tones will sound followed by reminder tones 3 Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones To set at end of cycle Touch WARM HOLD while setting a cooking cycle before touching START or during cooking MICROWAVE OVEN CARE IMPORTANT Before cleaning make sure all controls are off and the oven is cool Always follow label instructions on cleaning products Soap water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted 12 GREASE FILTERS Do not operate the microwave oven without the grease filters in place Soak grease filters in hot water and mild detergent Scrub and swish to remove
3. foil to shield the thin pieces of irregularly shaped foods bones and foods such as chicken wings leg tips and fish tail See Aluminum Foil and Metal first Standing Time Food will continue to cook by the natural conduction of heat even after the microwave cycle ends The length of standing time depends on the volume and density of the food Cookware and dinnerware must fit on the turntable Always use oven mitts or pot holders when handling because any dish may become hot from heat transferred from the food Do not use cookware and dinnerware with gold or silver trim Use the following chart as a guide then test before using MATERIAL RECOMMENDATIONS Aluminum Foil See Aluminum Foil and Metal section Metal Browning Dish Bottom must be at least 346 5 mm above the turntable Follow manufacturer s recommendations Do Not Use Metal cookware and bakeware gold silver pewter non approved meat thermometers skewers twist ties foil liners such as sandwich wrappers staples and objects with gold or silver trim or a metallic glaze should not be used in the oven Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking power to use by percent name or number For example 70 7 Medium High Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested cooking power of specific foods Ceramic Glass Acceptable for use PERCENT NUMBER USE NAME Glass 100
4. mitts or pot holders when removing dishes from the microwave oven Aluminum foil and some metal can be used in the oven If not used properly arcing a blue flash of light can occur and cause damage to the oven OK for Use Racks and bakeware supplied with the oven on some models aluminum foil for shielding and approved meat thermometers may be used with the following guidelines m Donot allow aluminum foil or metal to touch the inside cavity walls ceiling or floor Always use the turntable Do not allow contact with another metal object during cooking 40 4 Melting chocolate Heating bread rolls and pastries 30 Medium 3 Low Defrost Defrosting bread fish meats poultry and precooked foods 20 2 Softening butter cheese and ice cream 10 Low 1 Taking chill out of fruit To Use 1 Touch COOK TIME Touch number pads to enter cooking time 2 Touch COOK POWER Touch number pad to enter power level if other than 100 3 Touch START The display will count down the cook time When the cycle ends END will appear in the display and the end of cycle tones will sound followed by reminder tones 4 Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones The cook time and power may be changed after touching START without interrupting cooking To Change Cook Time Touch COOK TIME The countdown will freeze for a few seconds Enter the new coo
5. must be in place and correct side up when oven is in use Do not use if turntable is chipped or broken See Assistance or Service section to reorder m Baby bottles and baby food jars should not be heated in the oven m Clothes flowers fruit herbs wood gourds paper including brown paper bags and newspaper should not be dried in the oven m Do not use the microwave oven for canning sterilizing or deep frying The oven cannot maintain appropriate temperatures m Paraffin wax will not melt in the oven because it does not absorb microwaves m Use oven mitts or pot holders when removing containers from oven m Do not overcook potatoes At the end of the recommended cook time potatoes should be slightly firm Let potatoes stand for 5 minutes They will finish cooking while standing m Do not cook or reheat whole eggs inside the shell Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to burst Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time When microwave cooking the amount size and shape starting temperature composition and density of the food affect cooking results Amount of Food The more food heated at once the longer the cook time Check for doneness and add small increments of time if necessary Size and Shape Smaller pieces of food will cook more quickly than larger pieces and uniformly shaped foods cook more evenly than irregularly shaped food Starting Temperature Room temperature foods will heat faster
6. oven gets too hot the vent fan will automatically turn on at speed 4 It may stay on for up to 1 hour to cool the microwave oven When this occurs the vent fan cannot be turned off To Turn Vent Fan On Off Repeatedly touch the VENT FAN 4 SPEEDS pad to cycle through the four speeds 4 3 2 and 1 and off 0 FAN and the selected number will appear on the display for 2 seconds The cooktop light has 3 settings on night and off To Turn On Night Off Touch LIGHT ON NIGHT OFF repeatedly to cycle through settings The Demo Mode is ideal for learning how to use the microwave oven When set functions can be entered without actually turning on the magnetron The microwave oven light will come on the fan will run and if on the turntable will rotate To Turn On Off The microwave oven and Timer must be off Touch and hold TIMER OFF for 5 seconds until 2 tones sound and d appears on the display Repeat to turn off and remove d from the display MICROWAVE OVEN USE A magnetron in the oven produces microwaves which reflect off the metal floor walls and ceiling and pass through the turntable and appropriate cookware to the food Microwaves are attracted to and absorbed by fat sugar and water molecules in the food causing them to move producing friction and heat which cooks the food m Do not lean on or allow children to swing on the oven door m Do not operate microwave oven when it is empty m The turntable
7. shock fire injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy m Read all instructions before using the microwave oven m Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found in this section The microwave oven must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded outlet See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS found in this section and in the provided Installation Instructions Install or locate the microwave oven only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and sealed containers for example closed glass jars are able to explode and should not be heated in the microwave oven Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as described in this manual Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in the microwave oven This type of oven is specifically designed to heat cook or dry food It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use m As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children m 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 m The microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Call an authorized service company for examination repair or adjustment m See door surface cleaning instructions in the Microwave Oven Care section m To re
8. slow to 1 pop every 1 or 2 seconds then stop the cycle Do not try to pop unpopped kernels Use fresh bags of popcorn for optimal results Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content If using a microwave popcorn popper follow manufacturer s instructions To Use Sensor Cooking Before using make sure the microwave oven has been plugged in for at least 3 minutes the room temperature is not above 95 F 35 C and the outside of the container and microwave oven cavity are dry 1 Touch one of the SENSOR food pads The microwave oven will automatically turn on While the cooking time is being estimated SENSE will appear in the display Then the SENSOR set time counts down on the display and MAX appears every 3 seconds When the cycle ends END will appear in the display and the end of cycle tones will sound followed by reminder tones 2 Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones The cook time except POPCORN can be changed for 20 seconds after touching a pad To Change Cook Time Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to scroll through MORE LESS or NORML time Times and cooking power have been preset for specific microwavable foods Use the following chart as a guide FOOD PAD QUANTITY INSTRUCTIONS 0 5 2 cups 125 500 mL Use dish with loose fitting lid Let stand 5 minutes after cooking Rice sensor 1 Canned Vegetables 2 1 4 cups 25
9. than refrigerated foods and refrigerated foods will heat faster than frozen foods Composition and Density Foods high in fat and sugar will reach a higher temperature and heat faster than other foods Heavy dense foods such as meat and potatoes require a longer cook time than the same size of a light porous food such as cake Covering Covering food helps retain moisture shorten cook time and reduce spattering Use the lid supplied with cookware If a lid is not available wax paper paper towels or plastic wrap approved for microwave ovens may be used Plastic wrap should be turned back at one corner to provide an opening to vent steam Condensation on the door and cavity surfaces is normal during heavy cooking Stirring and Turning Stirring and turning redistributes heat evenly to avoid overcooking the outer edges of food Stir from outside to center If possible turn food over from bottom to top Arranging If heating irregularly shaped or different sized foods the thinner parts and smaller sizes should be arranged toward the center If cooking several items of the same size and shape place them in a ring pattern leaving the center of the ring empty Piercing Before heating use a fork or small knife to pierce or prick foods that have a skin or membrane such as potatoes egg yolks chicken livers hot dogs and sausage Prick in several places to allow steam to vent Shielding Use small flat pieces of aluminum
10. will count down the reheat time When the cycle ends END will appear in the display and the end of cycle tones will sound followed by reminder tones 5 Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones To Change Cook Time Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to scroll through MORE LESS or NORML time The automatic Defrost feature can be used or the microwave oven can be manually set to defrost m Food should be 0 F 18 C or colder at defrosting for optimal results m Unwrap foods and remove lids from fruit juice before defrosting Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than deep blocks Separate food pieces as soon as possible during or at the end of cycle for more even defrosting m Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such as chicken wings leg tips and fish tails See Aluminum Foil and Metal first 11 The Defrost system has 3 categories Meat Poultry and Fish It should not be used for food left outside the freezer more than 20 minutes and frozen ready made food Use the following chart as a guide MEAT Beef ground steaks roast stew The narrow or fatty areas of irregular shaped cuts should be shielded with foil before Lamb stew and chops defrosting Pork chops ribs roasts Do not defrost less than Ib sausage 113 g or two 4 oz 113 g patties Place all meats in microwavable baking dish POULTR
11. 0 mL 1 L Place in microwavable container Cover with plastic wrap and vent Bacon 3 1 6 slices average thickness Instant Cereal 4 1 4 servings Follow package directions Use microwavable bowl with high sides French Toast 5 1 4 pieces frozen Place on paper towel Differences in the amount of fat meat thickness and curing process affect results Average is 16 slices per pound To Use Preset Cooking 1 Touch COOK 2 Touch number pad from chart or Touch COOK repeatedly to scroll through foods 3 Touch number pads to enter quantity except for Rice 4 Touch START The display will count down the cook time Times and cooking power have been preset for reheating specific foods Use the following chart as a guide FOOD PAD QUANTITY INSTRUCTIONS 1 3 slices 4 oz 113 g each Place on paper towel Pizza Slice sensor 1 Sauce sensor 2 1 4 cups 250 mL 1 L When the cycle ends END will appear in the display and Place in microwavable the end of cycle tones will sound followed by reminder container Cover with plastic tones wrap and vent 5 Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or Casserole 3 1 4 cups 250 mL 1 L stop reminder tones Place in microwavable To Change Cook Time Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to container Cover with plastic scroll through MORE LESS or NORML time wrap Baked Goods 4 1 6 pieces 2 oz 57 g each The microwav
12. Gn D E F G HI J A Microwave Inlet Cover B Microwave Oven Light C Vent Grille D Metal Shielded Window E Model and Serial Number Plate Parts and Features not shown F Cooking Rack Turntable G Charcoal and Grease Filters shipped in oven cavity H Cooking Guide Label Cooktop Light J Control Panel A Turntable B Hub C Support D Shaft The turntable can rotate in either direction to help cook food more evenly Do not operate the oven without the turntable in place See Assistance or Service to reorder any of the parts To Install 1 Remove tape from the hub 2 Place the support on the oven cavity bottom 3 Place the turntable on the support Fit the raised curved lines in the center of the turntable bottom between the three spokes of the hub The rollers on the support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge Turning Off the Turntable The turntable can be turned off except during an auto function This is helpful when cooking with plates that are larger than the turntable or when cooking with two 1014 26 cm plates that are side by side To Turn Off Touch TURNTABLE ON OFF A turntable off icon will appear in the display The turntable will turn back on automatically when cooking is over or CANCEL is touched The cooking rack is ideal for two level cooking It provides extra cavity space for cooking 2 or more containers at the same time Insert the rack securely into the
13. High 10 Quick heating convenience China Follow manufacturer s recommendations default setting foods and foods with high water Earthenware content such as soups Melamine Follow manufacturer s recommendations beverages and most vegetables Paper Towels Use nonrecycled and those approved by Dinnerware the manufacturer for microwave oven use 90 9 Cooking small tender pieces of Napkins meat ground meat poultry pieces and fish fillets Plastic Wraps Use those approved by the manufacturer Heating cream soups Bags Covers for microwave oven use Dinnerware 80 8 Heating rice pasta or Containers casseroles Pottery and Clay Follow manufacturer s recommendations Cooking and heating foods that need a cook power lower than Styrofoam Do not use in oven high For example whole fish r s and meat loaf Straw Wicker Do not use in oven Wooden 70 7 Reheating a single serving of Containers Medium High food Wax Paper Acceptable for use 60 6 Cooking sensitive foods such as To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for Microwave Use 1 Put cookware or dinnerware in oven with 1 cup 250 mL of water beside it 2 Cook at 100 cooking power for 1 minute Do not use cookware or dinnerware if it becomes hot and the water stays cool cheese and egg dishes pudding and custards Cooking non stirrable casseroles such as lasagna 50 Medium 5 Cooking ham whole poultry and pot roasts Simmering stews Always use oven
14. Y Chicken whole and cut up Place in microwavable baking dish chicken breast side up Remove giblets from whole Cornish hens Turkey breast chicken FISH Fillets Steaks Whole Place in microwavable baking Shellfish dish To Use Defrost 1 Touch DEFROST 2 Touch 1 for Meat 2 for Poultry or 3 for Fish or Touch DEFROST pad repeatedly to scroll through foods 3 Touch the number pads to enter the weight Meats and Poultry can be set from 0 2 to 6 6 Ib 90 g to 3 kg Fish can be set from 0 2 to 4 4 Ib 90 g to 2 kg 4 Touch START The display will count down the defrost time About halfway through defrosting TURN will appear on the display while the oven continues to operate Open door turn food close door then press START to resume When the cycle ends END will appear in the display and the end of cycle tones will sound followed by reminder tones 5 Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones To Change Cook Time Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to scroll through MORE LESS or NORML time To Defrost Manually 1 Touch COOK TIME Touch the number pads to set a length of time to defrost Touch COOK POWER Touch number pad 3 Touch START The display will count down the defrost time a PF ON When the cycle ends END will appear in the display and the end of cycle tones will sound followed by reminder tones 6 Touch
15. bs 2 Remove charcoal filters by pushing the back of each filter away from you until the front of the filter slides off the front lower lip Swing the front of the filter down and slide out A Upper lip B Spring C Lower lip To Replace 1 Replace charcoal filters by positioning the filter at the back of the opening and resting it on the springs While pushing the filter into the springs position the front of filter between the front upper and lower lips 2 Replace grease filters by inserting one end into the frame Swing other side up and slide into position 13 The cooktop light is a candelabra base bulb See Assistance or TROUBLESHOOTING Service section to reorder Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call To Replace 1 Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power Nothing will operate 2 Remove the bulb cover mounting screw m Has a household fuse blown or has the circuit breaker A tripped Replace the fuse or reset the circuit m Is the appliance wired properly See Installation Instructions A Mounting screw Oven will not operate 3 Replace light Close bulb cover Replace mounting screw m Is the door completely closed 4 Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power Firmly close door m Isa spacer on some models attached to the inside of the door The microwave oven light is a candelabra base bulb It will Remov
16. duce the risk of fire in the oven cavity Do not overcook food Carefully attend the microwave oven when paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bags in oven If materials inside the oven ignite keep oven door closed turn oven off and disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel Do not use the cavity for storage purposes Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the cavity when not in use SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS m Liquids such as water coffee or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID To reduce the risk of injury to persons Do not overheat the liquid Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it Do not use straight sided containers with narrow necks After heating allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container m Suitable for use above b
17. e oven can be set to cook at different cooking powers for various lengths of time up to 3 stages Sensor cooking cannot be done in stages To Cook in Stages 1 Touch COOK TIME 2 Touch number pads to enter length of time to cook during the first stage 3 Touch COOK POWER 4 Touch the number pad s using the Cooking Power chart to set the cooking power for the 1st stage 5 Repeat steps 1 4 for the 2nd and 3rd stages 6 Touch START The display will count down each of the cook times The numbers 1 2 and 3 will appear on the display during their respective stages When the cycle ends END will appear in the display and the end of cycle tones will sound followed by reminder tones 7 Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones The cook time and cook power of the cycling stage can be changed after touching START without interrupting cooking To Change Cook Time Touch COOK TIME The countdown will freeze for a few seconds Enter the new cook time and touch START or wait a few seconds for the countdown to resume To Change Cook Power Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to scroll through the cook power levels Touch START example medium muffin or bagel Place on paper towel To Use Reheat 1 Touch REHEAT 2 Touch number pad from chart or Touch REHEAT repeatedly to scroll through foods 3 Touch number pads to enter quantity 4 Touch START The display
18. e spacer then firmly close door automatically come on when the door is opened and when the m Is the electronic oven control set correctly microwave oven is operating See Assistance or Service See Microwave Oven Control section section to reorder i g m On some models is the Child Lock set To Replace See Child Lock section 1 Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power 2 Remove the 2 outer vent grille mounting screws located above the cover m Is the magnetron working properly Try to heat 1 cup 250 mL of cold water for 2 minutes at 100 cooking power If water does not heat call for service See Assistance or Service section Oven makes humming noise m Thisis normal and occurs when the power supply switches the magnetron on and off Oven door looks wavy m This is normal and will not affect performance Turntable will not operate m Is the turntable properly in place Make sure turntable is correct side up and is sitting securely on the turntable support m Is the turntable support operating properly Remove turntable Remove and replace turntable support Replace turntable Place 1 cup 250 mL of water on the turntable then restart oven If it still is not working call for service See Assistance or Service section Do not operate the oven without turntable and turntable support working properly Turntable rotates both directions m This is normal and depends on motor ro
19. embedded dirt Rinse well and shake dry m Do not use ammonia or oven cleaner m Do not place in dishwasher OVEN CAVITY Do not use soap filled scouring pads abrasive cleaners steel wool pads gritty washcloths or some recycled paper towels Damage may occur The area where the oven door and frame touch when closed should be kept clean Average soil m Mild nonabrasive soaps and detergents Rinse with clean water and dry with soft lint free cloth Heavy soil m Mild nonabrasive soaps and detergents Heat 1 cup 250 mL of water for 2 to 5 minutes in oven Steam will soften soil Rinse with clean water and dry with soft lint free cloth Odors m Lemon juice or vinegar Heat 1 cup 250 mL of water with 1 tbsp 15 mL of either lemon juice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in oven Microwave Inlet Cover The microwave inlet cover see Parts and Features should be kept clean to avoid arcing and oven damage m Wipe with wet cloth OVEN DOOR AND EXTERIOR The area where the oven door and frame touch when closed should be kept clean m Mild nonabrasive soaps and detergents Rinse with clean water and dry with soft lint free cloth m Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad Stainless Steel on some models Do not use soap filled scouring pads abrasive cleaners steel wool pads gritty washcloths or some paper towels Damage may occur Rub in direction of grain to avoid da
20. ers eieiaeo oaeaeei dE der 13 Replacing Cooktop Light 0 0 eseeceeeesseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenreeneeees 14 Replacing Microwave Oven Uobt NEE 14 TROUBLESHOOTING cssseesseeseecseesseeeseeneeeneeeneeesesseeseneneneneeeas 14 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ccsccssesceeseeseeenseessensersesseneeneeens 15 Replacement Parts A ACGcesseorles ene 15 WARRANTY ccsecseeeseersceeseenseeneeeneeeneeseennessneneesneeeserseenenessnenaes 16 lt gt F S JUST IMAGINE MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean A DANGER AWARNING All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t immediately follow instructions You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed including the following WARNING To reduce the risk of burns electric
21. ervice company SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON MAGNETRON TUBE In the second through fifth years from the date of purchase when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP replacement parts for the microwave magnetron tube if defective in materials or workmanship Whirlpool Corporation will not pay for 1 Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance to instruct you how to use your appliance to replace house fuses or correct house wiring or to replace owner accessible light bulbs and filters 2 Repairs when your appliance is used in other than normal single family household use Pickup and delivery Your appliance is designed to be repaired in the home 4 Damage resulting from accident alteration misuse abuse fire flood improper installation acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool Corporation 5 Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States 7 Any labor costs during the limited warranty period De 9 WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warrant
22. k time and touch START or wait a few seconds for the countdown to resume To Change Cook Power Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to scroll through the cook power levels Touch START A sensor in the microwave oven detects humidity released from the food and automatically sets a cooking time based on the selected pad Use the following chart as a guide for the food pads FOOD SERVING SIZE INSTRUCTIONS Popcorn 3 5 oz 100 g Pop only one package at a 3 oz 85 g time 1 75 oz 50 g Baked 1 4 medium Pierce each one several Potatoes 10 13 oz times with a fork Place on 283 369 g each turntable around edges at least 1 2 5 cm apart At the end of cooking let stand 5 minutes Fresh 1 4 cups Moisten and place in Vegetables 250 mL 1 L microwavable container Cover with plastic wrap and vent Stir and let stand 2 3 minutes Frozen 1 4 cups Remove from package Vegetables 250 mL 1 L Place in microwavable container Cover with plastic wrap and vent Stir and let stand 2 3 minutes 10 FOOD SERVING SIZE INSTRUCTIONS Frozen 10 20 oz Remove from package Entr e 283 567 g Loosen cover on three sides If not in microwavable container place on plate cover with plastic wrap and vent Beverage 1or2 Bos Do not cover The diameter 250 mL cups of the cup s opening will affect how it heats A smaller diameter opening may become hotter Do not use regular paper bags or glassware Listen for popping to
23. maging m Stainless Steel Cleaner amp Polish not included See Assistance or Service section to order m Liquid detergent or all purpose cleaner Rinse with clean water and dry with soft lint free cloth m Vinegar for hard water spots TURNTABLE Replace turntable immediately after cleaning Do not operate the microwave oven without the turntable in place m Mild cleanser and scouring pad m Dishwasher COOKING RACK Do not use abrasive cleansers or scrubbers m Mild cleanser water and washcloth m Donot place in dishwasher RACK SUPPORTS Clean often to avoid soil buildup Soil buildup may lead to arcing and cause damage to the oven Do not attempt to remove supports from cavity walls Do not use soap filled scouring pads abrasive cleaners steel wool pads gritty washcloths or some recycled paper towels m Mild nonabrasive soap or detergent and washcloth toothbrush or cotton swab Rinse with clean water and dry with soft lint free cloth The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month The charcoal filters cannot be washed and should be replaced every 6 to 12 months Do not operate the microwave oven without the filters in place See Assistance or Service to reorder filters See General Cleaning for cleaning instructions To Remove 1 Remove the grease filters by pushing up and sliding to the side Pull tab down until the filter drops out A Ta
24. ock if needed If RETRY blinks on the display for 1 second an invalid value has been entered Retry your entry When the microwave oven is in use the display shows cooking power quantities weights and or prompts When the microwave oven is not in use the display shows the time of day or Timer countdown The progress bar is a visual picture of the estimated running time of a cooking cycle It will appear during Cook Defrost Reheat and Sensor functions The lines in each of the segments will light from left to right as the time nears the end When all 12 lines all 3 segments are lit the cooking cycle is complete The microwave oven is preset with shortcut number codes A number code includes one or more of the following cooking power cook time and food quantity or weight See the charts in the Cooking and or Reheating sections for additional information The START pad begins any function If not touched within 5 seconds after touching a pad START will appear on the display as a reminder If not touched within 1 minute after touching a pad the display will return to the time of day mode and the programmed function will be canceled If cooking is interrupted touching START will resume the preset cycle Cook time may be added in 30 second increments up to 99 minutes 99 seconds by touching ADD 30 SEC Touching ADD 30 SEC during a cook cycle will add 30 seconds of cook time at the cur
25. on etc m Referrals to local dealers repair parts distributors and service companies Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages For further assistance If you need further assistance you can write to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence Grease Filters Part No 4393790 Charcoal Filters Part No 4393791 Cooktop and Microwave Oven Light Bulb Part No 8204855 Stainless Steel Cleaner amp Polish Part No 8171420 Turntable Part No 4393799 Turntable Support and Rollers Part No 8184102 Turntable Rollers Part No 4393861 Turntable Hub Part No 8183949 Cooking Rack Part No 8204725 15 WHIRLPOOL MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION WARRANTY ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated s
26. onds and counts down the set time NOTE The Timer does not start or stop the microwave oven When the Timer is in use the microwave oven can also operate To see the countdown for 5 seconds when the microwave oven is in use touch TIMER SET To Set 1 Touch TIMER SET If no action is taken after 1 minute the display will return to the time of day mode N Touch the number pads to set the length of time 3 Touch TIMER SET or START If not touched within 5 seconds START will appear on the display If not touched within 1 minute the display will return to the time of day mode and the programmed function will be canceled When the set time ends END will appear on the display and 1 tone will sound 4 Touch TIMER OFF at any time to cancel the Timer The length of time can be changed during the countdown by repeating the above steps The Child Lock shuts down the control panel pads to prevent unintended use of the microwave oven When the control is locked only the Vent Fan and Light pads will function To Lock Unlock Control The microwave oven and Timer must be off Touch and hold START for 5 seconds until 2 tones sound and a lock icon appears on the display Repeat to unlock and remove the lock icon from display The vent fan has 4 speeds ranging from 4 fastest to 1 slowest Zero 0 is off To protect the microwave oven if the temperature from the range or cooktop below the microwave
27. oth gas and electric cooking equipment m Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of 36 inches m Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter m Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be inserted in the microwave oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock m Do not clean with metal scouring pads Pieces can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in the PAN BROWN mode on models with this feature Do not store any materials other than manufacturers recommended accessories in this oven when not in use Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven when the microwave oven is in operation When flaming foods under the hood turn the fan on Use care when cleaning the vent hood filter Corrosive cleaning agents such as lye based oven cleaners may damage the filter Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave oven Do not store this microwave oven outdoors Do not use the microwave oven near water for example near a kitchen sink in a wet basement or near a swimming pool or similar locations Do not immerse cord or plug in water Keep cord away from heated surfaces Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter Do not mount over a sink Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven wi
28. ounded 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 WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if doubt exists as to whether the microwave oven is properly grounded Do not use an extension cord If the power supply cord is too short have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven m For a permanently connected appliance This appliance 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 appliance SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules PARTS AND FEATURES This manual may cover several different models The model you have purchased may have some or all of the features shown here The appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from the illustrations in this manual A B G SS Re CD Ld S S EE NES
29. rack supports on the side walls of the oven See Assistance or Service section to reorder rack m Rack will become hot Always use oven mitts or pot holders when handling m Do not allow the rack to touch the inside cavity walls ceiling or floor m Do not store the rack in the oven Damage to the oven could result if someone accidentally turns on the oven Use the rack only when cooking on two levels Do not use metal cookware utensils or a browning dish with the rack m Do not let food container on rack touch the top or sides of the oven Do not place popcorn bags on rack Do not cook food directly on the rack Always use a microwave safe container m The rack is designed specifically for this oven Do not attempt to use any other rack in this oven m Clean rack supports often see General Cleaning section Damage to the oven could result due to soil buildup MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL SENSOR POPCORN BAKED POTATO FRESH VEG FROZEN VEG FROZEN ENTREE REHEAT COOK DEFROST BEVERAGE COOK TIME COOK POWER WARM HOLD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 TIMER TIMER SET OFF clock STAR CANCE SC Add 30 Sec TURN TABLE LIGHT VENT FAN ON OFF ON NIGHT OFF 4 SPEEDS When power is first supplied to the microwave oven a will blink on the display Touch CANCEL to stop the blinking If the blinks on the display at any other time a power failure has occurred Touch CANCEL and reset the cl
30. rent cook power Touching ADD 30 SEC when the microwave oven is not in use or after a cook cycle has ended will start the microwave oven for 30 seconds of cook time at 100 cook power The CANCEL pad stops most functions except for the Timer Child Lock and Demo Mode The microwave oven will also turn off when the door is opened Close the door and touch START to resume the cycle This is a 12 hour clock and does not show a m or p m To Set The microwave oven and timer must be off 1 Touch CLOCK 2 Touch the number pads to set the time of day 3 Touch CLOCK or START To Remove 1 Touch CLOCK 2 Touch 0 3 Touch CLOCK The time will disappear and will appear on the display Tones are audible signals indicating the following One tone m Valid entry short tone m End of Timer countdown long tone Two tones m Reminder repeat each minute after the end of cycle tones m End of stage in multistage cooking m Turn food during defrost cycle short tones m Hidden feature has been entered or exited Three tones m Invalid entry Four tones m End of cycle To Turn Off On Valid Entry Tones Touch and hold the number pad 1 for 5 seconds until 2 tones sound Repeat to turn tones back on To Turn Off On All Tones Touch and hold the number pad 2 for 5 seconds until 2 tones sound Repeat to turn tones back on The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds up to 99 minutes 99 sec
31. tation at the A Bulb cover beginning of the cycle 5 Replace light Close bulb cover 6 Reattach vent grille Replace the mounting screws 7 Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power 14 Display shows messages m Is the display showing There has been a power failure or the clock time has been turned off See Display section to clear display See Clock section to reset the clock or to turn it on m Is the display showing a letter followed by a number See Display section to clear If it reappears call for service See Assistance or Service section Display shows time countdown but is not operating m Is the Timer in use See Timer section m On some models is the Demo Mode in use See Demo Mode section Tones are not sounding m Are tones turned off See Tones section Steam is coming from the vent grille m Some steam is normal Fan running slower than usual m Has the oven been stored in a cold area The fan will run slower until the oven warms up to normal room temperature Cooking times seem too long m Is the cooking power set properly See Cooking Power section m Are large amounts of food being heated Larger amounts of food need longer cooking times m Is the incoming voltage less than specified in Microwave Oven Safety Have a qualified electrician check the electrical system in the home Radio or TV Interference m Is the microwa
32. th metal foil This will cause overheating of the oven SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY a Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks 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 c Do not operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the 1 Door bent 2 Hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 Door seals and sealing surfaces d The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel AWARNING E Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not remove ground prong Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock 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 or circuit breaker is recommended It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS For all cord connected appliances The microwave oven must be gr
33. ve oven plugged into the same outlet Try a different outlet m Is the radio or TV receiver near the microwave oven Move the receiver away from the microwave oven or adjust the radio or TV antenna m Are the microwave oven door and sealing surfaces clean Make sure these areas are clean ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow the instructions below When calling please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance This information will help us to better respond to your request If you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts we recommend that you use only FSP replacement parts FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new WHIRLPOOL appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area call our Customer Interaction Center telephone number or your nearest Whirlpool designated service center Call the Whirlpool Customer Interaction Center toll free 1 800 253 1301 Our consultants provide assistance with m Features and specifications on our full line of appliances Installation information m Use and maintenance procedures m Accessory and repair parts sales m Specialized customer assistance Spanish speaking hearing impaired limited visi
34. y gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state Outside the 50 United States this warranty does not apply Contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine if another warranty applies If you need service first see the Troubleshooting section of this book After checking Troubleshooting additional help can be found by checking the Assistance or Service section or by calling the Whirlpool Customer Interaction Center 1 800 253 1301 toll free from anywhere in the U S A 5 00 Keep this book and your sales slip together for future h S Dealer name reference You must provide proof of purchase or installation date for in warranty service Address Write down the following information about your appliance to better help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it Phone number You will need to know your complete model number and serial Model b number You can find this information on the model and serial oder number number label plate located on your appliance as shown in the Parts and Features section Serial number Purchase date Sao 8204918 4619 652 64131 2004 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark TM Trademark of Whirlpool U S A 4 04 All rights reserved Styrofoam is a Registered Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company Printed in China
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