MICROWAVE DRAWER Use and 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. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at www.kitchenaid.ca. FOUR À MICRO-ONDES ENCASTRÉ Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien Pour des questions à propos des caractéristiques, du fonctionnement/rendement, des pièces, des accessoires ou du service, composez le : 1800 422-1230 ou visiter notre site internet sur www.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES MICROWAVE DRAWER SAFETY...................................................3 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy.......................................................4 Electrical Requirements................................................................5 PARTS AND FEATURES.................................................................5 MICROWAVE DRAWER CONTROLS............................................6 Display....................
BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY MICROWAVE DRAWER 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 Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in combination or grill mode (on models with such features). Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s 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. Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave oven. Do not store this microwave oven outdoors.
Electrical Requirements GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ 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.
MICROWAVE DRAWER CONTROLS 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. Display Stop/Clear When the microwave drawer is in use, the display shows cooking power, quantities, weights, and/or prompts. When it is not in use, the display shows the time of day.
Tones Demo Mode End of Cycle Tones Tones sound at the end of any cooking cycle unless turned off. To Turn Off/On Sound: Touch SETUP twice, then touch START. Reminder Tones Tones sound every 10 seconds for 1 minute, then every three minutes up to 1 hour. Touch STOP to stop the tones. To Turn Off/On Reminder: Touch SETUP three times, then touch START. The Demo Mode is ideal for learning how to use the microwave drawer.
Cooking Guidelines Cooking Time Monitor the cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed. Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite. To test for doneness, insert a thermometer in a thick or dense area away from fat or bone. Do not leave the thermometer in the food during cooking, unless it is approved for microwave use.
Do Not Use Manual Cooking ■■ Metal cookware and bakeware ■■ Gold, silver, and pewter ■■ Nonapproved meat thermometers ■■ Skewers ■■ Twist ties ■■ Oil liners such as sandwich wrappers ■■ Staples ■■ Objects with gold or silver trim or a metallic glaze ■■ Non-heat-resistant glass ■■ Plastics that are not microwave safe, such as margarine tubs ■■ Recycled paper products and brown paper bags Microwave Cooking Power Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking power to use by p
Doneness Adjustment Doneness may be adjusted for every cooking program except Keep Warm. During programming, touch POWER LEVEL after food and quantity selections are made. Touch POWER LEVEL once for “MORE”, or twice for “LESS”. Reheat (non-sensor) Times and cooking power have been preset for reheating specific food types. Use the following chart as a guide. FOOD NO. QUANTITY/INSTRUCTIONS Fresh Rolls/ Muffins 1 1-8 pieces, 2 oz (57 g) each*. Place on paper towel.
Keep Warm WARNING Food Poisoning Hazard Melt/Soften/Warm Melt, Soften, and Warm automatically determine the correct heating time and microwave power level for melting, softening, and warming the foods shown in the chart below. FOOD NO. QUANTITY/INSTRUCTIONS Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before or after cooking. Melt Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness. Butter 1 2 tbsp-1/2 cup (30-125 mL).
Sensor Cooking Information A sensor in the microwave drawer detects humidity released from the food as it heats and adjusts the cook time accordingly. Many sensor cycles require the covering of foods. Microwave-safe containers or steamers with loose-fitting lids are recommended. The loose-fitting lid allows enough steam to escape to be detected by the sensor. When covering foods with plastic wrap, be sure to leave a large enough vent opening to allow the steam to escape.
Sensor Cook The sensor in the microwave drawer detects humidity released from the food and automatically sets a cooking time based on the selected food category. NOTE: When covering foods, make sure the vent opening is large enough for moisture to escape. This will allow the sensor to accurately determine cooking time. Use the following chart as a guide for Sensor Cooking. FOOD NO. AMOUNT INSTRUCTIONS Fresh vegetables: quick 1 0.25-2.0 lbs (113-907 g) Rinse and place in microwave-safe container.
MICROWAVE DRAWER CARE General Cleaning IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the microwave drawer is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products. Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested unless otherwise noted. Microwave Drawer Exterior The area where the microwave drawer and frame touch when closed should be kept clean. ■■ Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here. If you need further assistance or more recommendations that may help you avoid a service call, refer to the warranty page in this manual or visit https://www.kitchenaid.com/product_help. In Canada, visit www.kitchenaid.ca. Contact us by mail with any questions or concerns at the address below. In the U.S.A.
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE If you need service In Canada Please refer to the warranty page in this manual. If you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you use only factory specified parts. These factory specified 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 parts in your area, call us or your nearest KitchenAid designated service center. In the U.S.A.
KITCHENAID® BUILT-IN LIMITED WARRANTY ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE. PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE. Please have the following information available when you call the Customer eXperience Center: ■ Name, address and telephone number ■ Model number and serial number ■ A clear, detailed description of the problem ■ Proof of purchase including dealer or retailer name and address IF YOU NEED SERVICE: 1.
CLAUSE D’EXONÉRATION DE RESPONSABILITÉ AU TITRE DES GARANTIES IMPLICITES LES GARANTIES IMPLICITES, Y COMPRIS LES GARANTIES APPLICABLES DE QUALITÉ MARCHANDE OU D’APTITUDE À UN USAGE PARTICULIER, SONT LIMITÉES DIX ANS OU À LA PLUS COURTE PÉRIODE AUTORISÉE PAR LA LOI.