Microwave Oven Use and Care Manual KOT-170SW / KOT-170SB / KOT-172S Table of Contents Introduction ............................................. 1 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessire Microwave Energy ....................................................... 1 Important Safety Instructions ........... 2~3 Installation Recommendations.............. 4 Control Panel....................................... 5~6 Oven Features at a Glance ..................... 7 Operating Basics ......................
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of an over-the range microwave oven. For best results, we suggest reading this guide carefully. You will find instructions on the proper operation and maintenance of your microwave. 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.
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: 11. Read all instructions before using the appliance. 12. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 1. 13. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont. 31. Do not use a thermometer in food you are microwaving unless the thermometer is designed or recommended for use in the microwave oven. 32. Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used carefully. Even microwave-safe plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of overcooking.
Installation Recommendations Do not under any circumstance cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance. See pages 1 and 2 of the Installation Manual for acceptable extension cord specifications. Remove all packing materials both outside and inside the oven before using the oven. The oven requires free movement of air for proper operation. Do NOT block air vents located by the top air grill and underneath the oven.
To u c h C o n t r o l P a n e l The Touch Control Panel allows you to set the oven controls with the touch of a finger. It’s designed to be easy to use and understand. 11. DISPLAY WINDOW - Displays time of day, time or temperature during cooking functions, power level being used, cooking mode and instructions. 12. POPCORN - Touch this pad to cook prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 or 3.5 ounces. The oven will start automatically. (Page 12) 13. BEVERAGE - Touch this pad to reheat a beverage.
◆ When you plug in the oven, the display will scroll “ TOUCH CLOCK PAD TO ENTER TIME OF DAY”. If power is disrupted at any time, the above sequence recurs. ◆ Each time a pad is touched, a BEEP will sound. ◆ When CANCEL/OFF Pad is touched during oven operation, the oven will stop, however, all programmed information is retained. To clear all information, touch the CANCEL/OFF Pad again. NOTE: Styling and features may differ slightly depending on model.
Oven Features at a Glance 16. GREASE FILTERS 11. DOOR HANDLE - Pull to open door. Door must be securely latched for oven to operate. 17. COOKTOP LIGHT 12. DOOR LATCHES 18. TURNTABLE - Composed of glass tray and roller guide. The roller guide is placed first in the bottom of the microwave and supports the glass tray. Both parts must be in place when using the microwave oven. 13. WINDOW with METAL SHIELD Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in oven. 14.
Operating Basics Time-of-Day Clock Cook Time/Power Level Basic Instructions 1. Touch the CLOCK Pad. “CLOCK ENTER TIME” Will be displayed. 2. Set the time of day by touching the appropriate numbers. The selected time appears and “PRESS CLOCK AGAIN” will be displayed. 3. Touch the CLOCK Pad again. The colon will flash. Basic Instructions 1. Touch the COOK TIME Pad. “ENTER COOKING TIME” Will be displayed. 2. Enter the cooking time by using the number pads. For example, for 5 minutes touch number 5,0,0.
Operating Basics Power Level Cooking Guide Add Minute The power levels on your microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range. High (power level 10) or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100% power. The ADD MINUTE Pad provides a convenient way to heat foods at full power with one touch of a pad or add an extra minute to your cooking cycle while in progress. The microwave starts automatically after the pad is touched.
Auto Defrost Defrost by Time Use the defrost setting for defrosting meats, poultry and fish from 0.5 pounds to 6.5 pounds. Basic Instructions 1. Touch the TIME Pad. “ENTER COOKING TIME” Will be displayed. 2. Enter defrosting time desired. 3. Touch the POWER Pad. “POWER LEVEL IS HI [10]” will be displayed. 4. Touch NUMBER “3” Pad. “PL-30 PRESS START” will be displayed. 5. Touch the START Pad. Basic Instructions 1. ◆ Touch the AUTO DEFROST Pad once for meat.
Operating Basics Defrost by Time Guide (Power Level 3) Items and Weight Time Defrosting Time Standing Procedures and Techniques 10-12 min. 18-20 min. 26-28 min. 7-8 min. 5 min. 8-12 min. 7-10 min. 5-7 min. Break apart and remove thawed portions with fork. Break apart and remove thawed portions with fork. Turn over part way. Shield ends or thinner areas with foil. Separate and rearrange once. 20-22 min. 7-8 min. 10-12 min. 15-16 min. 10-15 min. 5-7 min. 5-7 min. 5-7 min. Turn over part way.
Two Stage Cooking This feature lets you program two sequential operations such as defrosting and cooking or cooking using two different power levels. It automatically changes power settings and cooking time. Basic Instructions 1. Touch the COOK TIME Pad. “ENTER COOKING TIME” will be displayed. 2. Touch the appropriate number pads to enter the cooking time. The selected time and “PRESS START” will be displayed. 3. Touch the POWER Pad. *“POWER LEVEL IS HI [10]. TOUCH 1-9 FOR NEW POWER LEVEL---PRESS START 4.
Special Features Dinner Plate Warm Basic Instructions 1. Touch the WARM Pad. The Display will show “WARM PRESS START”. 2. Touch the START Pad. Basic Instructions 1. Touch the DINNER PLATE Pad. The Display will show “DINNER PLATE” ◆ The programmed time (2:40) will show in the Display. ◆ Place meat and dense vegetables to the outside of the plate. ◆ Place delicate foods in the center of the plate.
Sensor Cook To Program Favorite Choice Signal Sound, Scroll Speed and Clock Display: Touch FAVORITE CHOICE Pad four times “PROG-4 SELECT TYPE ENTER 1-6” will be displayed. Basic Instructions 1. Touch the SENSOR COOK Pad until the desired food is displayed. * 2. Touch the START Pad. To Change Signal Sound: ◆ Touch number pad 1. “BUZZER ON” will be displayed. Touch CANCEL/OFF Pad. ◆ Touch number pad 2. “BUZZER OFF” and “MUTE” will be displayed.
Special Features Snack * If you wish to cook with one Stage, omit steps 5,6,7 & 8. ** The oven will start cooking at the set time. If the door is opened before the start time is reached, touch the START Pad to resume the AUTO START option. ◆ The AUTO START feature cannot be used with the following option: POPCORN, FROZEN PIZZA, BEVERAGE, FROZEN VEGETABLE, DINNER PLATE, BAKED POTATO, WARM, ADD MINUTE, TIMER, FAVORITE CHOICE, AUTO DEFROST, SNACK and SENSOR COOK.
Turntable On/Off Oven Shelf For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. When using larger dishes, it can be turned off. ◆ Press TURNTABLE Pad to turn the turntable on or off. ◆ Display will show the T/T OFF indicator light. ◆ TURNTABLE cannot be turned off with the following options: POPCORN, BEVERAGE, BAKED POTATO, DINNER PLATE, FROZEN PIZZA, FROZEN VEGETABLE, SNACK, SENSOR COOK. The glass turntable should NOT be removed, when the microwave oven is operated with the oven shelf.
Special Features Using the Vent Fan Using the Cooktop Light You can control the 2-speed fan by touching the VENT FAN Pad. You can control the cooktop light by touching the LIGHT Pad. Basic Instructions 1. Touch the VENT FAN Pad once for HIGH speed. The Display will scroll “HIGH VENT FAN”. 2. Touch the VENT FAN Pad twice for LOW speed. The Display will scroll “LOW VENT FAN”. 3. Touch the VENT FAN Pad three times for turning vent fan off. The Display will scroll “OFF VENT FAN”. Basic Instructions 1.
Care and Cleaning Microwave Oven Interior Glass Tray/Turntable The oven interior should be cleaned after each use with a damp cloth to keep it free from grease and soil buildup. Stubborn soils can be removed with a plastic scrub pad. When cleaning interior surfaces and surfaces of door and oven that come together when the door is closed, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
Care and Cleaning The Exhaust Feature To Remove Grease Filter The exhaust hood feature on your microwave oven is equipped with two metal filters which collect grease. When the fan is operationg, air is drawn up through the filters and is then discharged through the venting to the outside or through the charcoal filters if not vented to the outside. To remove grease filter, grasp the “finger hold” on the filter and slide to the rear. Then pull filter downward and to the front. The filter will drop out.
Light Bulb Replacement Cooktop Light Oven Light To replace the combination cooktop light/ night light: 1. Disconnect power at main fuse or circuit breaker or pull plug. 2. Remove screw on left side of light compartment cover and lower cover until it stops. (See Figures 1 and 2.) 3. Gently unscrew the bulb(s). Be sure bulb(s) to be replaced are cool before removing. 4. Replace with 30-watt incandescent bulb(s) available from your authorized dealer.
Common Questions and Answers Q & A Q.Can I open the door when the oven is operating? A. The door can be opened anytime during the cooking operation. The oven will automatically stop cooking and the time setting will maintain until the door is closed and the START Pad is touched. Q.What causes the oven interior light and display to dim when using a Variable Power Level? A. This is normal and indicates the oven is operating and cycling properly. Q.
B e f o r e Yo u C a l l Check the following to be sure a service call is necessary: If noting on the oven operates: ◆ check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker. ◆ check if oven is properly connected to electric circuit in house. ◆ check that controls are set properly. ◆ check that the cooking time is set. If the interior of oven collects moisture: ◆ this is normal. Food gives off moisture when cooking and the steam collects on the door and the oven surface.
Microwave Oven Warranty DAEWOO ELECTRONICS COPORATION OF AMERICA warrants each new microwave oven manufactured by it to be free from defective material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect or to furnish a new part (at the Company’s option) in exchange for any part of any unit of its manufacture which under normal installation, use, and service. To establish and receive warranty service from us or authorized service facilities, proof of purchase/dated sales invoice is required.
