Control Guide

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Crisp
The Crisp feature uses the broil element and microwaves to crisp
and brown foods. Crisp can be used to saute meats and
vegetables, pan-fry bacon and eggs, and to crisp and brown pizza
and french fries. Always use the crisper pan. See the “Crisper Pan
and Handle” section before using.
� The crisper pan will become very hot. Use oven mitts or
detachable handle to grasp and remove the pan from the
oven.
� Do not place hot crisper pan directly on heat-sensitive
surfaces. Damage may occur.
� Do not use plastic utensils on the crisper 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 crisper pan in any other microwave oven or in a
standard thermal oven.
� Do not place the crisper pan on the convection rack or the
baking tray. Always use the turntable as a support for the pan.
� Always use the turntable "On" option when crisping (default
setting).
To Crisp:
Before Crisping, brush crisper pan with 1/2 tsp (3 mL) of oil or
spray with nonstick cooking spray. For best results, the crisper
pan should be preheated for 3 minutes. Arrange food on crisper
pan, and place pan on turntable.
1. Touch CRISP.
The “Use Crisp Pan” prompt will appear momentarily in the
display as a reminder to use the crisp pan.
2. Touch the number keypads to enter a length of time to cook in
minutes and seconds. The time can be set up to 99 minutes
and 99 seconds.
3. Touch START.
The upper oven display will count down the crisp time.
When the stop time is reached, the oven will shut off
automatically and “Cooking Complete” will appear in the
display.
If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
4. Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or
stop reminder tones.
Use the following chart as a guide.
CRISPING CHART
FOOD
COOK TIME
(MINUTES)*
PREPARATION
Bacon, 4 strips Side 1: 3:00
Side 2: 1:45
Place in crisper pan in a
single layer
Frozen french
fries, 2 servings
Side 1: 5:00
Side 2: 2:00
Place in crisper pan in a
single layer
Boneless
chicken breasts,
2 pieces
Side 1: 4:00
Side 2: 3:00
5–6 oz (142–170 g) each
Hamburger
patties, 2
Side 1: 3:30
Side 2: 2:00
4 oz (113 g) each,
1/2" (1.3 cm) thick
Frozen thin crust
pizza
8:00–9:00
*Times are approximate and may be adjusted for individual tastes.
Soften/Melt
Soften and Melt functions may be used to soften or melt your
food. Times and cooking powers have been preset for a number
of food types. Use the following chart as a guide.
SOFTEN CHART
FOOD CODE
QUANTITY
PREPARATION
Butter 1 1/2-2 sticks Unwrap and place
in microwave-safe
container.
Margarine
2 1/2-2 sticks
Ice cream 3
16, 32, or 64 oz
(454, 907 g, or
1.8 kg)
Cream
cheese
4
3 or 8 oz (85 g
or 227 g)
Unwrap and place
in microwave-safe
container.
Use the following chart as a guide.
MELT CHART
FOOD CODE
QUANTITY
PREPARATION
Butter 1 1/2-2 sticks Unwrap and
place in
microwave-safe
container.
Margarine
2 1/2-2 sticks
Chocolate 3
2, 4, 6, 8 oz
(57, 113, 170,
227 g)
Cut squares into
small pieces or
use chips. Place
in microwave-
safe container.
Cheese 4
8 or 16 oz (227
or 454 g)
Cut into small
pieces and
place in
microwave-safe
container.
Marshmallows 5
5 or 10 oz (142
or 283 g)
Place in
microwave-safe
container.