MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230, or visit our website at... www.kitchenaid.com Table of Contents............................................................................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY ...........................3 Electrical Requirements ...............................................................4 PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5 Oven Cavity Coating ....................................................................5 Microwave System – OPTIMAWAVE™ Technology ...................5 Turntable ......................................................................................
MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment. Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of 36" (91.44 cm). Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter. 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 manufacturer’s recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.
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. F K L M G A B H C D I E J A. Oven door B. Metal-shielded window C. Control panel D. Fan, Light and Night Light buttons E. Halogen cooktop lights (2) H N F. Exhaust vent (for recirculation) (top surface of oven) G. Intake vent H. Door handle I.
Turntable ACCESSORIES The following accessories have been provided with your new oven. Any of the parts may be ordered for replacement. A Cooking Rack The rectangular 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 rack supports on the side walls of the oven. See “Assistance or Service” to order replacement parts. B C A. Glass turntable B. Support C.
OVEN CONTROL The oven’s controls are accessed through its control panel and interactive touch display. NOTE: Due to the sensitivity of the control panel, we have provided special instructions for cleaning the panel as well as the touch screen display. See “General Cleaning” section for cleaning instructions. A B A. Control panel B. Interactive touch display Control Panel The control panel houses basic controls and one-touch automatic function controls.
Main Menu The Main Menu is displayed on the default screen. 3. On Browning Pan screen, touch “Poultry Brst Boneless.” From the Main Menu, all automatic cooking programs can be activated; all manual cooking can be programmed; settings can be adjusted; and instructions, preparation and tips can be accessed. The following demonstrates how to pan brown 2 boneless chicken breasts, using the Cook Method menus, starting from the Main Menu: 1. On Main Menu, touch “Cook Method.” 4.
6. When preheating is finished, follow the instructions on the Preheat Finished screen, then touch “Continue.” If more or less cook time is desired, adjust doneness before touching “Continue.” Settings & Info Oven features may be activated and/or changed, and display characteristics may be adjusted using the “Settings & Info” menu. Following is a brief description of each option. OPTION SETTING Clock ■ Turn Daylight Savings on or off. ■ Adjust time: set or hide clock. See “Clock” section.
Clock Display Backlight This is a standard 12-hour clock (12:00 AM-11:59 PM). When power is first supplied to the oven, or after a power failure, the “Welcome” screen will appear, asking whether you would like to set the clock. If you choose to set the clock at that time, the display will take you directly to the Clock screen. If you choose not to set the clock, the time of day will default to 12:00 p.m., and the clock will be displayed and continue to keep time.
Learning Mode The Learning Mode is ideal for learning how to use the oven. When set, functions can be entered, with real displays and tones, without actually turning on the microwave generator (magnetron). While functions are operating in the Learning Mode, the oven light will come on, the fan will run, and the turntable will rotate (if set ON). While the Learning Mode is active, the Learn indicator is visible in the upper, right title area, or at the bottom command input area.
Timer Control Lock The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds, up to 99 minutes, and counts down the set time. NOTE: The Timer does not start or stop the oven. A The Control Lock disables all controls to prevent unintended use of the oven. The only control that will function while the Control Lock is active is the OFF pad on the control panel. Control Lock activation is possible only when the display is at the Main Menu. To Activate Control Lock: Touch and hold OFF control for 5 seconds.
TRUCAPTURE™ Vent Fan and Cooktop Lights Lights Cooking Animation A Vent Fan B H-M-L-Off H-M-L-Off A. Cooking with microwaves B. Turntable icon Max-Off The oven’s hood controls, on the lower, left side of the oven (see “Parts and Features”) operate the vent fan and cooktop lights. The cooking animation appears during any cooking cycle, whether automatic or manual. The animation shows what type of cooking is taking place.
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. ■ Do not lean on or allow children to swing on the oven door. ■ Do not operate oven when it is empty.
Cookware and Dinnerware 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, Metal See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” section. Browning Dish Bottom must be at least 3/16" (5 mm) above the turntable.
MANUAL COOKING Add a Minute Manual Method Cooking The ADD A MINUTE control automatically starts the oven at 100% power for 1 minute, and adds 1 minute of cook time, up to 10 minutes, with each additional touch of the control. Time may be added in 1-minute increments by touching ADD A MINUTE, or by minutes and seconds using the interactive touch screen display. Cook power or cook time may be changed after cooking begins by using the “Adjust Settings” control.
Keep Warm WARNING 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 oven. Keep Warm can be used by itself, or it can be programmed to follow a cooking cycle. See “Cooking in Stages” section. ■ Cover plates of food. ■ Cover foods that were covered while being cooked. ■ Do not cover baked goods such as pastries, pies, turnovers, etc. To Use: 1.
PROGRAMMED COOKING To Use Popcorn: Sensor Cooking Some automatic cycles are sensor cycles. See “Cook Method Chart.” No amounts need to be entered. A sensor in the oven detects humidity released from the food as it heats, and adjusts the cook time accordingly. The progress bar appears during sensing (see “Progress Bar” section). Many sensor cycles require the covering of foods. Microwavable containers or steamers with loose-fitting lids are recommended.
Reheat Cook The Reheat menu has 8 main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Reheat (see “Manual Method Cooking” section).
Browning Pan Soften The Browning Pan menu has 7 main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Browning Pan (see “Manual Method Cooking” section). Egg Fish Steak Frozen Food Meat Nuts Poultry Breast Boneless Sausage Manual Browning Pan The Browning Pan function uses the specially designed browning pan (provided with oven) to brown, crisp, and pan-fry foods in the microwave oven. While microwaves heat food from above, they also heat the pan very quickly from below to brown and crisp the food.
To Update Most Used Menu: On the Most Used screen, touch “Auto Update.” The oven shows the 6 programs used most frequently since the last time the menu was updated. Food Type Chart Use this chart as a reference for menu items available in the “Food Type” menu.
SNACKS Burrito Cook Cheese Sticks Cook or Browning Pan Instant Macaroni & Cheese Cook Kids Pizza 5" Cook Marshmallow Melt Pizza, Leftover Reheat Pizza Roll Cook or Browning Pan Potato Nuggets Browning Pan Snack Pocket Cook BREAD Bagel Small Defrost Medium Defrost Large Defrost French Toast Cook or Browning Pan Muffin Fresh Reheat Frozen Reheat or Defrost Roll Fresh/Leftover Reheat Frozen Reheat or Defrost VEGETABLE CASSEROLE Canned Vegetable Cook Fresh Vegetable Asparagus Cook or Steam Cook Broccoli Cook
GRAINS: PASTA/RICE Canned Pasta Cook Couscous Cook or Boil & Simmer Grits Quick Cook Regular Cook Instant Macaroni & Cheese Cook Pasta Dried Pasta Fettuccine Cook or Boil & Simmer Macaroni Cook or Boil & Simmer Penne Cook or Boil & Simmer Rotini Cook or Boil & Simmer Spaghetti Cook or Boil & Simmer Fresh Pasta Linguine Cook or Boil & Simmer Ravioli Cook or Boil & Simmer Tortellini Cook or Boil & Simmer Rice Brown Rice Instant Cook or Boil & Simmer Long Grain Cook or Boil & Simmer White Rice Instant Cook or
Cook Method Chart Use this chart as a reference for menu items and amounts available in the “Cook Method” menu.
COOK Cereal/Oatmeal Grits Quick: senses 1-4 servings Regular: senses 1-4 servings Hot Wheat: 1-4 servings Instant Cereal: 1-4 servings Oatmeal Instant: 1-4 servings Regular: 1-4 servings Couscous senses 1-4 servings Egg Fried: 1-4 eggs Omelet: 2-4 eggs Poached: 1-4 eggs Scrambled: 1-4 eggs Fish/Seafood Fish Fillet Fresh: senses 0.5-1.
BOIL & SIMMER Couscous senses 1-4 servings Dried Pasta Fettuccine: senses 2-8 oz (57-227 g) Macaroni: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL) Penne: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL) Rotini: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL) Spaghetti: senses 2-8 oz (57-227 g) Fresh Pasta Linguine: senses 9 or 18 oz (255 or 510 g) Ravioli: senses 9 or 18 oz (255 or 510 g) Tortellini: senses 9 or 18 oz (255 or 510 g) Rice Brown Rice Instant: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL) Long Grain: senses 0.5-2.
OVEN CARE General Cleaning IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the microwave oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested unless otherwise noted. GREASE FILTERS Do not use ammonia or corrosive cleaning agents such as lyebased oven cleaners. ■ Hot water and mild detergent: Soak filters, then scrub and swish to remove embedded dirt and grease. Rinse well and shake to dry.
To Remove/Replace: BROWNING PAN Do not use abrasive cleansers or scrubbers. ■ Mild cleanser, water and washcloth 1. Squeeze the small tab on the outer edge of the filter frame inward, and pull down until the frame and filters drop out. Dishwasher ■ A COOKING RACK Dishwasher cleaning is not recommended. Do not use abrasive cleansers or scrubbers. ■ Mild cleanser, water and washcloth B RACK SUPPORTS Clean often to avoid soil buildup. Soil buildup may lead to arcing and cause damage to the oven.
Replacing Cooktop Light The cooktop light consists of two 10W low-voltage halogen capsule bulbs. See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder. You will need a TORX®† T10 screwdriver to remove the bulb cover mounting screw. 3. For wall or roof venting, remove the vent deflector by removing the mounting screws (1 from each end), and lifting out the vent deflector. A B C To Replace: 1. Unplug oven or disconnect power. 2. Remove bulb cover mounting screw, and gently open cover. A. Bulb cover B.
TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. Nothing will operate Has a household fuse blown, or has the circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■ Display shows time countdown, but is not operating ■ Is the Timer in use? See “Timer” section. ■ Is the Learning Mode in use? See “Learning Mode” 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 use only factory specified parts.
KITCHENAID® BUILT-IN OVEN & MICROWAVE WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid or KitchenAid Canada (hereafter “KitchenAid”) will pay for factory specified parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a KitchenAid designated service company.
