KitchenAid MICROWAVE HOOD User's Manual
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1. To Turn Off The turntable can be turned off except during an auto function by touching the TURNTABLE ON OFF pad TURNTABLE OFF will appear in the display This is helpful when cooking with plates that are larger than the turntable or when cooking with two 10 in 25 cm plates that are side by side 6 The cooking rack is ideal for two level cooking It provides extra cavity space for cooking two or more containers at the same time Insert the rack securely into the rack supports on the side walls of the oven To reorder rack see Replacement Parts section for part number and the back cover of this guide for ordering instructions 1 Proper Use m Rack will become hot Always use oven mitts or pot holders when handling m Do notallow the rack to touch the inside cavity walls ceiling or floor m Do not use metal cookware utensils or a browning dish with the rack m Donotlet food container on rack touch the top or sides of the oven Do not use Crisper Pan on rack Do not place popcorn bags on rack The rack is designed specifically for this oven Do not use it in any other oven m Do not cook food directly on the rack Always use a microwave safe container m Only use the rack when cooking on two levels Do not store it in the oven Damage to the oven could result if someone accidentally turns on the oven The Crisper Pan with a detachable handle has been specially designed for micro2. Has a household fuse been blown or has the circuit breaker been tripped Replace the fuse or reset the circuit Is the appliance wired properly See Installation Instructions provided with your microwave oven Oven will not operate Is the door completely closed Firmly close door Is the electronic oven control set correctly See Microwave Oven Control section Is the Child Lock set See Child Lock section Is the magnetron working properly 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 This is normal and occurs when the transformer in the magnetron cycles on Oven door looks wavy This is normal and will not affect performance Turntable will not operate Is the turntable properly in place Make sure turntable is correct side up and is sitting securely on the turntable support Is the turntable support operating properly Remove turntable Remove and replace turntable support Replace turntable Put in 1 cup 250 mL of water then restart oven If still not working call for service See Assistance or Service section Do not operate the oven without turntable and turntable support working properly 18 Turntable rotates both directions m This is normal and depends on motor rotation at beginning of cycle Display shows messages Is the display showing a
3. Bookmarks are stored and displayed in chronological order with the last addition at the top of the list If 10 Bookmarks are already stored the addition of another will cause the oldest Bookmark to be deleted If a function already stored as a Bookmark is stored again that function will move to the top of the list All other Bookmarks remain the same To Save a Bookmark Touch FIRST SCREEN pad Turn dial to desired function Press Turn dial to desired food Press Touch BOOKMARK pad Press dial to add selected function to Bookmark HP WH To Use a Saved Function 1 Touch FIRST SCREEN pad 2 Touch BOOKMARK pad 3 Turn dial to desired Bookmark function Press 4 Follow instructions for selected function To Delete a Stored Function 1 Touch FIRST SCREEN pad 2 Touch BOOKMARK pad The list of Bookmarks is displayed 3 Turn dial to function to be deleted 4 Touch BOOKMARK button Screen displays deletion confirmation 5 Press dial to delete selected Bookmark function 10 BEFORE USING 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 Never lean on or allow children to swing on the oven door m Do not operate microwave oven when i
4. by entering its weight If the weight is not known the defrost setting can be determined by entering the estimated amount of food to defrost The microwave oven can also be manually set to defrost The microwave oven will pause during defrosting unknown weights as a reminder to check and or turn the food Press dial to resume defrosting m Food should be O F 182C or colder at defrosting for optimal results How foods are stored can affect 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 the 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 section first To Defrost by Weight Touch FIRST SCREEN pad Turn dial to Defrost Press Turn dial to desired food Press Select Yes to Do You Know the Weight Press Turn dial to correct weight Press Turn dial to Start Press A EW HE To Defrost Unknown Weight Touch FIRST SCREEN pad Turn dial to Defrost Press Turn dial to desired food Press Select No to Do You Know the Weight Press Select type and press Turn dial to approximate amount and press 7 Turn dial to Start Press When defrost cycle is over the end of cycle tones will sound then reminder tones will sound
5. 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 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 pro vided 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 may 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
6. 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 reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity Do not overcook food Carefully attend the microwave oven if 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 should ignite keep oven door closed turn oven off and disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel Do not 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 Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking m When flaming foods under the hood turn the fan on equipment m Use care when cleaning the vent hood filter m Intended to be used above ranges with maximum Corrosive cleaning agents such as lye based oven width of 36 inches cleaners may damage the filter 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
7. KitchenAid MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION For questions about features operation performance parts accessories or service call 1 800 422 1230 or visit our website at www kitchenaid com Table ef DEES nuets 2 Model KHMS147KSS 4619 652 60611 8183932 TABLE OF CONTENTS MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY sssssssssnsanensnnnnnnnnannnnnnnnnnunannannnnnnnnn 3 Electrical Requirements EEN 5 PARTS AND FEATURES ssssssnsnsnnnnnnnnnnnnanananunnnnnnnnnnanananananananannnanana 5 HEES sto Eed NEE atin a 6 Cooking Ra k 2 2et20gegtusdegeend Oe EEN 6 EDD dee Waheed a EE 6 MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL BANEL sursrsssueesueusrurrsruer 7 MICRO DIAL Copnfpol 200 aa 7 Display EE 8 leie 8 Re 8 Minute TMr ccccctcteeeeececsereeserecerscreceenesnesnieceesiesersrsersesaes 9 Child LOCK egen a a ti Nettie 9 Exhaust Fanns eech Ee Eege Send die deredereadaes 9 Cooktop Countertop Labt cee ceeceeeeeeeceeeeteteteteteteeeeaee 9 Learning Mode 1 9 Demo M dleet erteeu eieedetsiezeudeln A Setzer d ieh eege 9 leet IEN 10 BEFORE USING ssssssssesseeeeseseeseseeeeneeesnevseneesesaesanseeseneesnneennaneets 10 Food Characteristics A 10 Cooking Guidelines cu cuneate a 11 Cookware and Dinnerwal e eeceeeceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteteetetsetetaeees 11 Aluminum Foil and Metal 12 Cooking Bowen 12 MICROWAVE OVEN USE sssssssssnsnsnnununnnunnnnnnnnnannnnnnnnnnnnnnnananannnnnnn 13 COOKIN Gansa a aA aidan 13 ele KEE 13 COOKING in Stages oe ee eeee ee
8. T SCREEN pad Turn dial to Custom Press Turn dial to Signals Press Turn dial to desired tone Press dial to turn off Repeat above steps to turn tones back on GL wks The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds up to 90 minutes and counts down the set time The Minute Timer does not start or stop the microwave oven When the Timer is in use the microwave oven can still operate To see the time countdown while the microwave oven is is use touch TIMER SET OFF To Set Touch TIMER SET OFF Turn dial to set length of time Press Turn dial to Start Press To Cancel Touch TIMER SET OFF The Child Lock shuts down the control panel pads to prevent unintended use of the microwave oven When the control is locked only the FAN ON OFF and LIGHT ON OFF pads will function The Child Lock is preset unlocked but can be locked Before locking make sure the microwave oven and Timer are off To Activate Child Lock 1 Touch FIRST SCREEN pad 2 Turn dial to Custom Press 3 Turn dial to Child Lock Press 4 Turn dial left to Closed Press Locked will appear in the display screen if any attempt is made to start the microwave oven As long as the Child Lock is activated a lock icon will appear and remain in the upper right hand corner of the FIRST SCREEN To Deactivate Child Lock 1 Repeat steps 1 3 above 2 Turn dial right to Open Press The exhaust fan has a range of speeds of 0 100 To p
9. aster 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 lid is not available wax paper paper towels or plastic wrap approved for microwaves may be used Plastic wrap should be turned back at one corner to provide an opening to vent steam 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 and sausage Prick in several places to allow steam to vent Shielding Use small flat pieces of aluminum foil to shield the thin pieces of irregularly shaped foods bones and foods such as chic
10. brown and crisp the food m Use the handle to grasp and remove the Crisper Pan from the oven m Donotuse plastic utensils on the pan as it becomes very hot quickly and could melt the utensils Do not use metal utensils as they can scratch the pan Do not use the pan in any other microwave oven orina thermal oven m Always use the turntable as a support for the pan Do not place the pan on the cooking rack m For best results coat Crisper Pan lightly with cooking oil to make removing food and cleaning easier To Use 1 Touch FIRST SCREEN pad 2 Turn dial to Pan Brown Press 3 Turn dial to select category Press 4 Follow directions on display When Pan Brown cycle is over the end of cycle tones will sound then reminder tones will sound every minute for fifteen minutes Touch OFF CANCEL or open the door to stop reminder tones 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 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 embedded dirt Rinse well and shake dry m Do not use ammonia or oven cleaner m Do not place in dishwasher CRISPER PAN Do not use abrasive cleansers or scrubbers m Dishwash
11. ce navigating through the menus without turning on the magnetron The display contrast may be adjusted to a desired contrast level To Set Display Contrast Touch FIRST SCREEN pad Turn dial to Custom Press Turn dial to Display Contrast Press Follow directions to set desired contrast This is a 12 hour clock showing a m and p m When power is first supplied to the microwave oven or after a power failure the Welcome screen will appear To Set Clock Touch FIRST SCREEN pad Turn dial to Custom Press Turn dial to Set Clock Press Turn dial to set hours Press Turn dial to set minutes Press Turn dial to AM or PM Press 7 Press dial again to complete the Clock settings The Clock display may be turned off While off the Clock continues to keep the correct time To Turn Clock On Off Touch FIRST SCREEN pad Select Custom Select Set Clock Touch OFF CANCEL To restore Clock display touch FIRST SCREEN pad Select Custom Select Set Clock Press dial DON W NS Tones are audible signals indicating the following One tone m MICRO DIAL control programming tone m End of Timer countdown long tone Two tones m Reminder repeat each minute for 15 minutes after the end of cycle tones Three Tones m Invalid entry Four tones m End of cycle All Tones All of the preceding tones as well as end of stage and turn orstir tones are preset on but can be turned off To Turn Off Tones Touch FIRS
12. d States this warranty does not apply Contact your authorized KitchenAid 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 KitchenAid Customer Interaction Center 1 800 422 1230 toll free from anywhere in the U S A 5 00 Keep this book and your sales slip together for future 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 Phone number better help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it e number You will need to know your complete model number and serial Model n umpe number You can find this information on the model and serial Serial number number label plate located on your appliance as shown in the Parts and Features section Purchase date 4619 652 60611 8183932 Registered Trademark TM Trademark of KitchenAid U S A 3 01 2001 All rights reserved Printed in China
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14. er The Skillette Pan is dishwasher safe OVEN CAVITY Do not use soap filled scouring pads abrasive cleaners steel wool pads gritty wash cloths or some paper towels Damage may occur On stainless steel models rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging The area where the oven door and frame touch when closed should be kept clean Average soil m Mild non abrasive soaps and detergents Rinse with clean water and dry with soft lint free cloth Heavy soil m Mild non abrasive 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 tablespoon 15 mL of either lemon juice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in oven OVEN DOOR AND EXTERIOR m Glass cleaner and paper towels or non abrasive plastic scrubbing pad Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge not directly on Surface TURNTABLE Do not operate the microwave without the turntable in place m Mild cleanser and scouring pad m Dishwasher The Hints function offers helpful information and suggestions about use and care of the microwave oven Among the selections in this menu are Cleaning Power Food Techniques and Utensils To Use 1 Touch FIRST SCREEN pad 2 Turn MICRO DIAL control to Hints Press 3 Turn dial to desired setting Press 4 Repeat step 3 until desired ins
15. every minute for fifteen minutes Touch OFF CANCEL or open the door to stop reminder tones Au EW H E 14 Easy Simmer prepares food such as rice pasta soups and vegetables by bringing the food to a boil and then simmering it for the specified length of time Make sure microwave oven has been plugged in for at least 21 2 minutes before using Easy Simmer as the sensor required for the function needs 2 minutes to warm up When cooking vegetables use a minimum of cup 120 mL of water For best results cover dish with its own lid or with a dinner plate To Use 1 Touch FIRST SCREEN pad 2 Turn dial to Easy Simmer Press 3 Turn dial to correct food or to Broil amp Simmer Press 4 Follow instructions Press dial to start When Easy Simmer cycle is over the end of cycle tones will sound then reminder tones will sound every minute for fifteen minutes Touch OFF CANCEL or open the door to stop reminder tones The Pan Brown feature uses the Crisper Pan to brown crisp and pan fry foods in the microwave oven Microwaves heat the Crisper pan through the active layer at the bottom of the pan The active layer is designed to stop absorbing microwaves at 4102F 210 C The Crisper Pan reaches that temperature in approximately 3 minutes Use the pan as quickly as possible after it is heated for optimum temperature While microwaves heat food from above they also heat the Crisper Pan very quickly from below to
16. ists 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 PARTS AND FEATURES 4 5 6 789 10 1 Microwave Inlet Cover 8 Cooking Guide Label 2 Microwave Light 9 Cooktop Light 3 Vent Grille 10 Control Panel 4 Metal Shielded Window 5 Model and Serial Parts and Features not Number Plate shown 6 Cooking Rack Turntable 7 Charcoal and Grease Crisper Pan Filters Shipped in oven cavity 1 Turntable 2 Hub 3 Support 4 Shaft The turntable rotates in both directions to help cook food more evenly Do not operate the microwave 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
17. ken 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 MATERIAL Aluminum Foil Metal cookware and dinnerware with gold or silver trim Use the following chart as a guide then test before using RECOMMENDATIONS See Aluminum Foil and Metal section Browning Dish Bottom must be at least Sie in 5 mm above the turntable Follow manufacturer s recommendations Ceramic Glass Glass Acceptable for use China Follow manufacturer s recommendations Earthenware Melamine Follow manufacturer s recommendations Paper Towels Dinnerware Napkins Use non recycled and those approved by the manufacturer for microwave oven use Plastic Wraps Bags Covers Dinnerware Containers Use those approved by the manufacturer for microwave oven use Pottery and Clay Follow manufacturer s recommendations Styrofoam Do not use in oven Straw Wicker Do not use in oven Wooden Containers Wax Paper Acceptable for use To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for Microwave Use 1 Put cookware or dinner
18. meat ground meat poultry pieces and fish fillets Heating cream soups 80 Heating rice pasta or casseroles Cooking and heating foods that need a cook power lower than high For example whole fish and meat loaf 70 Medium High Reheating a single serving of food 60 Cooking sensitive foods such as cheese and egg dishes pudding and custards Cooking non stirrable casseroles such as lasagna 50 Medium Cooking ham whole poultry and pot roasts Simmering stews 40 Melting chocolate Heating bread rolls and pastries 30 Medium Low Defrost Defrosting bread fish meats poultry and precooked foods 20 Softening butter cheese and ice cream 10 Low Taking chill out of fruit To Set a Cooking Power other than 100 Touch COOK TIME Turn dial to Time Press Turn dial to desired cook time Press Turn dial to Power Press Turn dial to desired power level Press The display will count down the cook time Gli WN ks When the cycle ends the end of cycle tones will sound then reminder tones will sound every minute for 15 minutes Touch OFF CANCEL or open the door to stop reminder tones MICROWAVE OVEN USE To Use the Auto Cooking Functions When using preset cooking powers and cook times for selected food types Cereals Eggs Fish Frozen Fast Food Grains Rice and Pasta Meat Poultry and Vegetable follow the MICRO DIAL menus to select a
19. mounts and begin the auto function See Display section for sample programming To Cook Manually Touch COOK TIME Turn dial to Time Press Turn dial to adjust cook time Press Turn dial to Power Press Turn dial to adjust cook power Press 6 Turn dial to Start Press When the cooking cycle ends the end of cycle tones will sound then reminder tones will sound every minute for fifteen minutes Touch OFF CANCEL or open the door to stop reminder tones Gd dall Do not use regular paper bags or glass utensils Pop only one package of popcorn at a time Follow manufacturer s instructions when using a microwave popcorn popper m Listen for popping to slow to 1 pop every 1 or 2 seconds Do not repop unpopped kernels m Use fresh bags of popcorn for optimal results m Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content Popping time has been preset based on commercially packaged microwave popcorn To Use POPCORN Touch POPCORN Popping starts automatically The microwave oven can be set to cook at different cooking powers for various lengths of time up to four stages Cook settings can be used in any order except defrosting which must be the first stage To Cook in Stages Touch COOK TIME Turn dial to Time Press Turn dial to desired length of cycle time Press Turn dial to Power Press Turn dial to desired power level Press Turn dial to Add Stage Press First stage is set 7 Repeat steps 2 6 f
20. n Oven Status screen witha letter number code and instruction to inform KitchenAid The oven has detected an internal problem It has run a self checking program and displayed the error Call for service See Assistance or Service section Display shows time countdown but oven is not operating Is the Timer in use See Timer section Is the Learning Mode or Demo Learning Mode in use See Learning Mode or Demo Learning 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 Is the cooking power set properly See Cooking Power section Are large amounts of food being heated Larger amounts of food need longer cooking times 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 Is the microwave oven plugged into the same outlet Try a different outlet 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 Are the microwave oven door and sealing surfaces clean Make sure these areas are clean Display Contra
21. on sealing surfaces 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 m For all cord connected appliances The microwave oven must be grounded In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current The microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded 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 ex
22. or each additional stage 8 Turn dial to Start Press Cooking begins The cook time of the cycling stage may be changed without interrupting cooking by turning the dial mF WH Times and cooking power have been preset for reheating 9 specific foods plus manual One Plate Casserole and Pizza are refrigerated To Use 1 Touch FIRST SCREEN pad 2 Turn dial to Reheat Press 3 Turn dial to desired reheat category or Manual Press 4 Turn dial to set or reset doneness Press Use doneness function to adjust cooking time when necessary 5 Turn dial to Start Press Reheat program is activated When reheat cycle is over the end of cycle tones will sound then reminder tones will sound every minute for fifteen minutes Touch OFF CANCEL or open the door to stop reminder tones Two 103 4 inch 26 cm refrigerated plates may be heated side by side or one dish larger than the turntable plus 2 plates on the cooking rack For best results halfway through cooking turn the plates or larger dish halfway around and switch plates between top and bottom if cooking more than 2 plates The turntable should be turned off while heating 2 bottom plates or one larger dish See Turntable section To Use 2 4 Plates 1 Touch FIRST SCREEN pad 2 Turn Dial to 2 4 Plates Press 3 Turn dial to correct number or plates Press 13 Meats poultry or fish can be defrosted
23. page m FIRST SCREEN pad resets display to first page m BOOKMARK pad stores recalls and selects favorite programs The display screen shows the time of day and Home screen when the microwave oven is not in use During programming it displays function menus servings and weights preparation instructions and cooking time power settings During a cooking cycle it counts down the remaining time and gives prompts to stir or turn food The following illustrates how the MICRO DIAL control and display screens help the navigation through menus This example shows the display screens and selections when cooking regular quick oatmeal 1 Touch FIRST SCREEN pad Press dial to select Cook 2 Turn dial to Cereals Press dial to select Esss Defrost Fish Top Brown Skillette WHORE Reheat Frozen Foca Zeien RICE Grains FASTA HOER 3 Turn dial to Regular Quick Oatmeal Press dial to select 4 Turn dial to 3 servings Press dial to select Quick Cooks 1 4 servings Prepare Oatmeal Start ole Grain Hot Doneness Wheat 5 Turn dial to Start Press dial to select For preparation instructions select Prepare and follow the instructions 6 Wait for tones that signal end of cooking time Quick Cooks1 4 servings 3servings Prepare Doneness _ n Cereals Instant All Cereals Oatmeal Res Quick OS a TURNS See Learning Mode section to see how to practi
24. rotect the microwave oven if the temperature from the range or cooktop below the microwave oven gets too hot the exhaust fan will automatically turn on at the 100 speed It may stay on for up to one hour When this occurs the FAN ON OFF pad will not function m Two seconds after the last time the FAN ON OFF pad is touched the screen returns to the previous display m The first time the exhaust fan is turned on after power is connected to the microwave oven the fan will start at minimum speed The next time the exhaust fan is turned on it will start at the last speed used To Turn Exhaust Fan On Off Touch the FAN ON OFF pad to turn fan on then touch A or W arrows to increase or decrease speed Touch the FAN ON OFF pad to turn the fan off The cooktop countertop light has brightness settings ranging from 0 100 The light can be turned on manually or the Nite Lite can be programmed to come on automatically when the sensor detects low light level To Manually Turn Light On Off Touch LIGHT ON OFF pad to turn light on Touch the A or Y arrows to set desired brightness level Touch LIGHT ON OFF pad to turn light off To Set the Sensor for Nite Light 1 Touch FIRST SCREEN pad 2 Turn dial to Custom Press 3 Turn dial to Set Level Press 4 Turn dial to the desired activation level from 0 100 Press The display will show the current room light level as well as the activation level setting The current room ligh
25. st Is the display hard to read The Display Contrast is not set correctly See Display section 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 only use factory specified replacement parts Factory specified replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new KITCHENAID appliance To locate factory specified replacement parts in your area call our Customer Interaction Center telephone number or your nearest designated service center Call the KitchenAid Customer Interaction Center toll free 1 800 422 1230 Our consultants provide assistance with Features and specifications on our full line of appliances Installation information Use and maintenance procedures Accessory and repair parts sales Specialized customer assistance Spanish speaking hearing impaired limited vision etc m Referrals to local dealers repair parts distributors and service companies KitchenAid designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product
26. system to correct defects in materials or workmanship SECOND THROUGH TENTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY In the second through tenth years from date of purchase KitchenAid will pay for factory specified parts for the stainless steel oven cavity inner door if the part rusts through due to defects in materials or workmanship KitchenAid 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 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 KitchenAid 5 Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 6 Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States 7 Any labor costs during the limited warranty period KITCHENAID 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 warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the 50 Unite
27. t is empty m Heated liquids can splash out during and after heating Use of a wooden stir stick placed in the cup or bow during heating may help to avoid this m The turntable must be in place and correct side up when oven is in use Do not use if turntable is chipped or broken See Turntable section 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 notuse 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 five minutes They will finish cooking while standing 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 f
28. t level will fluctuate based upon current light conditions The Learning Mode is ideal for learning how to use the microwave oven When set functions can be entered with real displays and tones without actually turning on the magnetron While functions are operating in the Learning Mode the microwave oven light will come on the fan will run and the turntable will rotate if set ON Before activating make sure the microwave oven and Minute Timer are off To Activate Learning Mode Touch FIRST SCREEN pad Turn dial to Custom Press Turn dial to Learning Mode Press Turn dial to On Press 5 Turn dial to desired function Press The book icon will appear at times to indicate that the oven is operating without microwave power PWNP To Deactivate Learning Mode 1 Repeat steps 1 3 above 2 Turn dial to Off Press The Demo Mode demonstrates the features and capabilities of the microwave oven featuring the MICRO DIAL System To Activate Demo Mode 1 Touch FIRST SCREEN pad 2 Turn dial to Demo Mode Press 3 Press dial to activate Demo Mode A video demonstration is played on the display screen The Bookmark program allows the storage and use of up to 10 favorite functions without having to go through the normal selection process All functions can be placed in Bookmark except Welcome First Screen Bookmark Set Clock Popcorn Fan Light Turntable Minute Timer Manual and preparations screens
29. 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 m Do not use paper products when appliance is operat ed in the PAN BROWN mode m Do not store any materials other than manufacturer s Do not mount over a sink recommended accessories in this oven when not in Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with use metal foil This will cause overheating of the oven m Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven when the microwave oven is in operation SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Do not cover or block any openings on the micro wave 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 and the like 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 PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY a Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door c Do not operate the oven if it is damaged It is 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
30. tructions appear on screen 15 The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month The charcoal filters cannot be washed and should be replaced every six to twelve 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 AWARNING E Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before removing filters Replace all panels before operating Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock To Remove 1 Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power 2 Remove the grease filters by pushing up and sliding to the side Pull tab down until the filter drops out 1 Push up 2 Tabs 3 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 1 Upper lip 2 Spring 3 Lower lip 16 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 3 Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power The cooktop light is a 10W low voltage halogen capsule b
31. ulb See Assistance or Service for replacement ordering instructions To Replace 1 Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power 2 Remove the bulb cover mounting screw and carefully remove cover 1 Mounting screw 3 Remove the old bulb 4 Replace bulb using a tissue to handle the bulb or wearing cotton gloves Do not touch bulb with bare fingers 5 Replace bulb cover and mounting screw 6 Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power The microwave oven light is a 10W low voltage halogen capsule bulb It will automatically come on when the door is opened and when the microwave oven is operating See Assistance or Service section for replacement ordering instructions To Replace 1 Unplug microwave or disconnect power 2 Remove the two outer vent grille mounting screws located above the cover 4 Lift up the bulb cover 1 Bulb cover 5 Remove the old bulb by squeezing the wire clip together pulling to the right and lifting 6 Replace bulb using tissue to handle bulb or wearing cotton gloves Do not touch bulb with bare fingers 7 Close bulb cover Slide the top of the vent grille into place Push the bottom until it snaps into place Replace the mounting screws Gel 9 Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power 17 TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call Nothing will operate
32. ware 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 11 Always use oven 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 aluminum foil for Shielding and approved meat thermometers may be used with the following guidelines m Never allow aluminum foil or metal to touch the inside cavity walls ceiling or floor Always use the turntable Never allow contact with another metal object during cooking 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 12 Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking power to use by percent name or number For example 70 7 M edium High Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested cooking power of specific foods PERCENT NAME USE 100 High default setting Quick heating convenience foods and foods with high water content such as soups beverages and most vegetables 90 Cooking small tender pieces of
33. warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the KitchenAid 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 KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence Replacement Part Part No Glass Turntable 4393751 Turntable Support 4393752 Turntable Rollers 4393753 Turntable Hub 4393754 Crisper Pan 4393536 Grease Filters 4393691 Charcoal Filter 4393690 Cooking Rack 4393826 Cooktop and Microwave 8169418 Halogen Capsule Bulb 19 KITCHENAID 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 KitchenAid will pay for factory specified parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship Service must be provided by a KitchenAid designated service company SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY In the second through fifth years from the date of purchase KitchenAid will pay for factory specified parts for the microwave magnetron tube any electric oven element and the solid state touch control
34. wave use and is ideal for pan frying foods in the microwave oven See Assistance or Service section for replacement ordering instructions MICROWAVE OVEN M IC a a is used to SC SE CONTROL PANEL ae such as food quantities cooking times and cooking Turn the MICRO DIAL control to select a function set cook time Ca N and power set Clock and Minute Timer set fan speed or set cooktop and Nite Lite A Press the MICRO DIAL control to enter a selection see next page or to start cooking Navigate through the menus to select functions and settings FUNCTION CHOICES COOK Cereals Eggs Fish Frozen Fast Food Grains Rice and Pasta Meat Poultry Vegetable and Manual REHEAT One Plate 2 4 Plates Beverage Casserole Roll Muffin Pizza Sauce Soup and Manual DEFROST Meat Poultry Fish Manual PAN BROWN Coconut Eggs Fried Omelet French Toast Ham Steak Hamburger Hash Brown Meatballs Nuts Toasted Pizza Poultry Breast Sausage Sesame Seeds and Manual EASY SIMMER Rice Pasta and Boil amp Simmer 2 4 PLATES Select REHEAT for 2 3 or 4 plates HINTS Cleaning Power Food Techniques and Utensils Function offers helpful advice CUSTOM Child Lock Set Clock Nite Lite Signals Demo Mode Display Contrast and Learning Mode The buttons under the display screen aid in navigating through the MICRO DIAL menus m PREVIOUS SCREEN pad turns display back one
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