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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. Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces. c. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged.
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. Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces. c. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged.
Grounding Instructions This appliance 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. This appliance 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 can result in a risk of electric shock.
Grounding Instructions This appliance 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. This appliance 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 can result in a risk of electric shock.
Introducing the Westinghouse Microwave Oven Your Westinghouse Microwave Oven delivers the ultimate ease of use and convenience in microwave cooking. Of course, the Westinghouse Microwave Oven is ideal for routine microwaving chores: warming your cup of coffee, reheating leftovers, defrosting that roast or baking potatoes and so on, but the Westinghouse Microwave Oven can do so much more. The Microwave Oven is packed with advanced features that take the guesswork out of microwave cooking.
Introducing the Westinghouse Microwave Oven Your Westinghouse Microwave Oven delivers the ultimate ease of use and convenience in microwave cooking. Of course, the Westinghouse Microwave Oven is ideal for routine microwaving chores: warming your cup of coffee, reheating leftovers, defrosting that roast or baking potatoes and so on, but the Westinghouse Microwave Oven can do so much more. The Microwave Oven is packed with advanced features that take the guesswork out of microwave cooking.
NOTE: • Never operate the microwave oven without the turntable installed. • The turntable must be able to rotate freely during oven use. • Never place the turntable upside down. • Always place food and containers of food on the turntable for cooking. • The turntable may reverse direction when the oven is stopped and restarted. • If the turntable or any part of the turntable assembly is damaged, contact Consumer Relations at 1(800)947-3744 for replacement parts.
NOTE: • Never operate the microwave oven without the turntable installed. • The turntable must be able to rotate freely during oven use. • Never place the turntable upside down. • Always place food and containers of food on the turntable for cooking. • The turntable may reverse direction when the oven is stopped and restarted. • If the turntable or any part of the turntable assembly is damaged, contact Consumer Relations at 1(800)947-3744 for replacement parts.
Figure No. Push Button or Feature Function 5 START Press START to begin cooking. 6 Learn Press LEARN to teach your microwave how to cook a food not in the ovens memory so that it will recognize it in the future. Please refer to Section 5, Microwaving on page 15 for instructions on using the Learn function. 7 Display Window The display window shows the time of day, cooking time, food weight, power level, learn and user prompts such as Push Start or Scan.
Figure No. Push Button or Feature Function 5 START Press START to begin cooking. 6 Learn Press LEARN to teach your microwave how to cook a food not in the ovens memory so that it will recognize it in the future. Please refer to Section 5, Microwaving on page 15 for instructions on using the Learn function. 7 Display Window The display window shows the time of day, cooking time, food weight, power level, learn and user prompts such as Push Start or Scan.
Basic Heating/Reheating • Please refer to page 9, Figure 3, for an illustration of the Control Panel. • Please refer to Section 7, Reference on pages 19-31 for recommended heating/cooking times and power settings for many typical foods and beverages. • When preparing packaged food, follow the instructions on the label for container size and preparation power setting, and cooking time. EXCEPT: Disregard instructions to rotate containers midway through cooking as the turntable makes this unnecessary.
Basic Heating/Reheating • Please refer to page 9, Figure 3, for an illustration of the Control Panel. • Please refer to Section 7, Reference on pages 19-31 for recommended heating/cooking times and power settings for many typical foods and beverages. • When preparing packaged food, follow the instructions on the label for container size and preparation power setting, and cooking time. EXCEPT: Disregard instructions to rotate containers midway through cooking as the turntable makes this unnecessary.
4. Press START to begin defrosting. The defrost time (minutes : seconds) will appear in the display window and begin counting down. When the timer reaches 0:00 the oven will shut off and beep four times. The time of day will reappear on the display window. • The length of time necessary to defrost food will depend on how frozen the food is. 5. The oven will beep twice periodically during the defrosting time.
4. Press START to begin defrosting. The defrost time (minutes : seconds) will appear in the display window and begin counting down. When the timer reaches 0:00 the oven will shut off and beep four times. The time of day will reappear on the display window. • The length of time necessary to defrost food will depend on how frozen the food is. 5. The oven will beep twice periodically during the defrosting time.
Using the Scanning Wand Your Westinghouse Microwave Oven is equipped with a scanning wand that is similar to scanning equipment used in many retail settings. The scanning wand on your Westinghouse Microwave is like having a “magic” wand that tells your oven to automatically program itself for the ideal cooking time and power levels for packaged, microwaveable foods. To use the scanning wand: 1. Locate the barcode on the package of food that you wish to prepare. On the oven control panel, press SCAN.
Using the Scanning Wand Your Westinghouse Microwave Oven is equipped with a scanning wand that is similar to scanning equipment used in many retail settings. The scanning wand on your Westinghouse Microwave is like having a “magic” wand that tells your oven to automatically program itself for the ideal cooking time and power levels for packaged, microwaveable foods. To use the scanning wand: 1. Locate the barcode on the package of food that you wish to prepare. On the oven control panel, press SCAN.
Maintenance User Maintenance Instructions This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Any servicing requiring disassembly other than cleaning must be performed by a qualified appliance repair technician. Cleaning and Care Table 2. Cleaning and Care of the Westinghouse Microwave Oven Surface Cleaning Procedure Door Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters.
Maintenance User Maintenance Instructions This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Any servicing requiring disassembly other than cleaning must be performed by a qualified appliance repair technician. Cleaning and Care Table 2. Cleaning and Care of the Westinghouse Microwave Oven Surface Cleaning Procedure Door Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters.
• Very moist foods cook more evenly than dryer foods. Foods with a low moisture content should be covered during cooking. Allowed the food to stand after cooking so that the heat can disperse evenly. • Stirring or turning foods during cooking will help to distribute the heat evenly throughout the food and will prevent overcooking on the edges of the food. If possible, stir the food before serving. • The edge of the cooking container gets more microwave energy than the center.
• Very moist foods cook more evenly than dryer foods. Foods with a low moisture content should be covered during cooking. Allowed the food to stand after cooking so that the heat can disperse evenly. • Stirring or turning foods during cooking will help to distribute the heat evenly throughout the food and will prevent overcooking on the edges of the food. If possible, stir the food before serving. • The edge of the cooking container gets more microwave energy than the center.
Guidelines for Dehydrated Scalloped Potatoes: Power Level Amount Microwave Container Size 5 to 6 oz (141 to 170 gm) 3 quarts/12cups/2839 ml Guidelines for Dehydrated Mashed Potatoes: Amount Microwave Container Size 7 to 8 oz (198 to 227 gm) 1 quart/4 cups/946 ml Use P4 Cook less tender cuts of meats P3 Melt butter and chocolate P2 Soften butter & cheese P 1 (Low) Soften ice cream Raise yeast dough Keep cooked foods warm for short periods of time Guidelines for Dry Rice/Couscous/Pilaf Mixe
Guidelines for Dehydrated Scalloped Potatoes: Power Level Amount Microwave Container Size 5 to 6 oz (141 to 170 gm) 3 quarts/12cups/2839 ml Guidelines for Dehydrated Mashed Potatoes: Amount Microwave Container Size 7 to 8 oz (198 to 227 gm) 1 quart/4 cups/946 ml Use P4 Cook less tender cuts of meats P3 Melt butter and chocolate P2 Soften butter & cheese P 1 (Low) Soften ice cream Raise yeast dough Keep cooked foods warm for short periods of time Guidelines for Dry Rice/Couscous/Pilaf Mixe
Approx. Minutes 3 quart oblong glass baking dish. If corn is in husk, use no water, if husk has been removed, add 1/2 cup water. Rearrange after half the cooking time. P 10 3 to 4 per ear Quantity Container / Liquid Corn on the Cob 1 to 5 small ears Miscellaneous Cooking Guide Always cook in microwave-safe containers. Paper is acceptable for some foods. DO NOT USE METAL CONTAINERS. Cooking times and food quantities should be used as guidelines only.
Approx. Minutes 3 quart oblong glass baking dish. If corn is in husk, use no water, if husk has been removed, add 1/2 cup water. Rearrange after half the cooking time. P 10 3 to 4 per ear Quantity Container / Liquid Corn on the Cob 1 to 5 small ears Miscellaneous Cooking Guide Always cook in microwave-safe containers. Paper is acceptable for some foods. DO NOT USE METAL CONTAINERS. Cooking times and food quantities should be used as guidelines only.
Power Level Power Level Time Comments Meat Casseroles with pre-cooked Meat and Ingredients P 10 19 to 30 minutes Stir halfway through cooking time. Meat Stews with raw Meat and Vegetables P5 70 to 80 minutes Rearrange or stir halfway through cooking time. Meat Patties (4 per lb, or 4 oz each) P 10 5 to 7 minutes Place on paper towel-lined plate. Rearrange halfway through cooking time. Spareribs (2 to 3 lb) P5 80 to 90 minutes Place in microwave-save casserole, cover with liquid.
Power Level Power Level Time Comments Meat Casseroles with pre-cooked Meat and Ingredients P 10 19 to 30 minutes Stir halfway through cooking time. Meat Stews with raw Meat and Vegetables P5 70 to 80 minutes Rearrange or stir halfway through cooking time. Meat Patties (4 per lb, or 4 oz each) P 10 5 to 7 minutes Place on paper towel-lined plate. Rearrange halfway through cooking time. Spareribs (2 to 3 lb) P5 80 to 90 minutes Place in microwave-save casserole, cover with liquid.
Food Hot Cereal, regular or instant Rice, instant Reheating Guide Power Level Time Comments P 10 11/2 to 3 minutes Add amount of water specified by package directions. Stir halfway through cooking time. P 10 11/2 to 3 minutes Add amount of water specified by package directions. Stir halfway through cooking time. Stir or rearrange large amount of food after half the suggested heating time. To be thoroughly heated, food should reach a temperature of 160 F to 165 F.
Food Hot Cereal, regular or instant Rice, instant Reheating Guide Power Level Time Comments P 10 11/2 to 3 minutes Add amount of water specified by package directions. Stir halfway through cooking time. P 10 11/2 to 3 minutes Add amount of water specified by package directions. Stir halfway through cooking time. Stir or rearrange large amount of food after half the suggested heating time. To be thoroughly heated, food should reach a temperature of 160 F to 165 F.
Quantity Minutes Small (1/2 cup serving) peas, beans, corn, etc. 1 to 2 servings 3 to 4 servings 1 16 oz can P 10 P 10 P 10 1 to 2 2 to 3 2 to 3 Large or whole asparagus spears, corn on the cob,etc. 1 to 2 servings 3 to 4 servings 1 16 oz can P 10 P 10 P 10 1 to 2 2 to 3 2 to 3 Mashed potatoes, squash, pumpkin, etc.
Quantity Minutes Small (1/2 cup serving) peas, beans, corn, etc. 1 to 2 servings 3 to 4 servings 1 16 oz can P 10 P 10 P 10 1 to 2 2 to 3 2 to 3 Large or whole asparagus spears, corn on the cob,etc. 1 to 2 servings 3 to 4 servings 1 16 oz can P 10 P 10 P 10 1 to 2 2 to 3 2 to 3 Mashed potatoes, squash, pumpkin, etc.
Problem Possible Cause Remedy Oven will not turn on. The oven door is not closed securely. Make sure the door is closed completely. Oven diplays “LOC” Press and hold the STOP/CANCEL button 4 seconds to disable control panel safety lock. The door is not closed completely. Close the oven door securely. START was not pressed after programming. Press START. Another program is already entered into the oven Press STOP/CANCEL twice to cancel the previous program, enter a new program, and press START.
Problem Possible Cause Remedy Oven will not turn on. The oven door is not closed securely. Make sure the door is closed completely. Oven diplays “LOC” Press and hold the STOP/CANCEL button 4 seconds to disable control panel safety lock. The door is not closed completely. Close the oven door securely. START was not pressed after programming. Press START. Another program is already entered into the oven Press STOP/CANCEL twice to cancel the previous program, enter a new program, and press START.
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty: This Westinghouse product is warranted by Salton, Inc. to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of (1) year from the original purchase date. This product warranty covers only the original consumer purchaser of the product.
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty: This Westinghouse product is warranted by Salton, Inc. to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of (1) year from the original purchase date. This product warranty covers only the original consumer purchaser of the product.
SCANNING MICROWAVE OVEN Reads package barcodes for fast and easy microwave cooking. WST3506SB You can be sure...
