TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY.....................................................................................3 PROTECTION AGREEMENTS.......................................................3 MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY ...........................4 Electrical Requirements................................................................5 PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................6 Microwave Oven Cavity Coating..................................................
KENMORE ELITE® APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair.
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 convection, combination, grill or “PAN BROWN” mode (on models with such features).
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 N G A B H C D I E J A. Microwave oven door B. Window C. Control panel D. Lights and Vent Fan buttons E. Halogen cooktop lights (2) H O P Q F. Exhaust vent (for recirculation) (top J. Grease and charcoal filters (2 each) N.
To Install: Convection Element and Fan A 1. Place the support on the microwave oven cavity bottom. 2. Place the turntable on the support. Fit the raised, curved lines in the center of the turntable bottom between the three spokes of the hub. The rollers on the support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge. Turning Off the Turntable The turntable can be turned off for manual cooking cycles only.
ACCESSORIES The following accessories have been provided with your new microwave oven. Any of the parts may be ordered for replacement. Steamer Vessel Use the steamer vessel with the Steam Cook feature or Boil & Simmer feature to steam or simmer foods. See “Steam Cook” and/or “Boil & Simmer” sections. Use the handle to grasp the pan. Place gripping end on the edge of pan, squeeze handle and lift pan. To order any of the parts, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. See “Replacement Parts” section for part numbers.
MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL The microwave 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. 4. On next 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.” 5.
7. 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 Microwave 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 ■ Adjust time: set or hide clock. See “Clock” section.
Clock This is a standard 12-hour clock (12:00 AM-11:59 PM). When power is first supplied to the microwave 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.
Tones Tones are audible signals, indicating the following: One Tone ■ Timer 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 microwave oven.
Control Lock The Control Lock disables all controls to avoid unintended use of the microwave oven. The only control that will function while the Control Lock is active is the STOP 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 STOP control for 5 seconds. Two tones will sound, and the display will show the padlock icon.
MICROWAVE OVEN USE A magnetron in the microwave 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. ■ To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not lean on or allow children to swing on the microwave oven door.
■ Do not use metal bakeware during combination cycles. Some automatic Cook, Bake and Roast programs use combination cooking. Follow instructions on the display during programming. Manual Roast may also be programmed for combination cooking. ■ Use only microwave-safe, ovenproof cookware for all nonBake convection or combination cycles. MATERIAL RECOMMENDATIONS Paper: Towels, Dinnerware, Napkins Use nonrecycled and those approved by the manufacturer for microwave oven use.
MANUAL COOKING Add a Minute Convect Time/Temp Cooking The ADD-A-MINUTE control automatically starts the microwave 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.
Manual Method Cooking The Manual Method control on the Main Menu is for manual cooking by cooking method. There are 12 methods from which to choose. Some of the methods have set power levels that cannot be changed. Use the following chart as a guide. 5. Touch “Start” on the touch screen, or START control. The display will count down the cook time.
Raising (Proofing) Bread Warm Hold This microwave oven can be used to proof bread using the convection system. WARNING First Proofing: Place dough in a lightly greased ovenproof bowl, and cover loosely with shortening-coated wax paper. 1. Place a shallow, ovenproof container, such as a pie plate, filled with 2 cups (500 mL) boiling water on the turntable. 2. Place the convection rack on the turntable, and then place the bowl of dough on the convection rack and close the door. 3.
PROGRAMMED COOKING Convection Cooking Sensor Cooking During convection cycles, the convection element heats the air in the microwave oven cavity, and the convection fan circulates the hot air. The constantly moving air surrounds the food to heat the outer portion quickly. See “Food Type Chart” for automatic convection cycles (Bake or Roast). Convection cooking may also be done manually. Use convection cooking for items such as pies, breads, cookies, cakes and pizza.
Popcorn Sensor Using Cook Method Popcorn is a sensor function. The sensor determines the appropriate popping time of commercially packaged microwavable popcorn. The sensor will determine accurate popping times for bag sizes: 3.5 oz (99 g), 3.0 oz (85 g) or 1.75 oz (50 g). For bag sizes not listed in this section, follow directions on the package. NOTE: During Popcorn function, as with all microwave cooking functions, the microwave oven should be attended at all times.
Defrost Bake The Defrost menu has a selection of main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Defrost (see “Manual Method Cooking” section). Bread Fish/Seafood Poultry The Bake menu has a selection of main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Bake (see “Manual Method Cooking” section). Meat Angel Food Cake Biscuit, Refrigerated Bread Manual Defrost Brownies Cookies Muffin Defrost uses only microwaves to defrost the food.
Boil & Simmer Browning Pan The Boil & Simmer menu has a selection of main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Boil & Simmer (see “Manual Method Cooking” section). The Browning Pan menu has a selection of main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Browning Pan (see “Manual Method Cooking” section). Couscous Dried Pasta Rice Manual Boil & Simmer Fresh Pasta Boil & Simmer is a sensor function, and uses only microwaves to simmer your food.
Grill Roast The Grill menu has a selection of main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Grill (see “Manual Method Cooking” section). The Roast menu has a selection of main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Roast (see “Manual Method Cooking” section).
Steam Cook Favorites Menu The Steam Cook menu has a selection of main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Steam Cook (see “Manual Method Cooking” section). Fish Fillet Fresh Vegetable Shrimp Manual Steam Frozen Vegetable Steam Cook is a sensor function, and uses only microwaves to steam your food. See “Cook Method Chart” for specific food items and amounts. ■ Use the provided steamer vessel and its lid.
Food Type Chart Use this chart as a reference for menu items available in the “Food Type” menu BREAKFAST FOOD Bacon Cook Cereal Instant Cook Egg Fried - Cook or Browning Pan Omelet - Cook or Browning Pan Poached - Cook Scrambled - Cook Grits Quick - Cook Regular - Cook Hash Brown Cook or Browning Pan Hot Wheat Cook Muffin Fresh - Bake, Browning Pan or Reheat Frozen - Defrost or Reheat Oatmeal Instant - Cook Regular - Cook Quiche Bake Sausage Cook or Browning Pan Soufflé Bake Cheese Melt Chocolate Melt C
SNACKS Burrito Cook Cheese Sticks Cook French Fries Browning Pan Instant Macaroni & Cheese Cook Kids Pizza 5" Cook Marshmallow Melt Pizza, Leftover Reheat Pizza Roll Cook Potato Nuggets Browning Pan Snack Pocket Cook Fresh Vegetable (cont’d) Corn on the Cob - Cook or Steam Cook Green Beans - Cook or Steam Cook Mushroom - Cook or Grill Onion - Grill Pepper - Grill Fresh Vegetable (cont’d) Potato Baked/Sweet - Cook Red Potato, New - Steam Cook Spinach - Cook or Steam Cook Summer Squash/Zucchini - Cook or
GRAINS: PASTA/RICE Canned Pasta Cook Couscous Boil & Simmer Grits Quick - Cook Regular - Cook Instant Macaroni & Cheese Cook Pasta Dried Pasta - Fettuccine Cook - Macaroni Cook Pasta Dried Pasta (cont’d) - Penne Cook - Rotini Cook - Spaghetti Cook Fresh Pasta - Linguine Cook - Ravioli Cook - Tortellini Cook Rice Brown Rice Instant Cook Brown Rice Long Grain Cook White Rice Instant Cook White Rice Long Grain Cook White Rice Short Grain Cook Hot Dog Cook Lamb Chops Defrost, Roast or Grill Meatballs Cook or
DEFROST Bread 0.1-2.0 lbs (45-900 g) Weight Unknown - Bagel small: 2-8 bagels medium: 1-6 bagels large: 1-6 bagels - Muffin small: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 or 16 muffins medium: 1-6 muffins large: 1-6 muffins - Roll small: 2-7 rolls medium: 1-6 rolls large: 1-6 rolls Fish/Seafood 0.1-4.5 lbs (45 g-2.0 kg) Weight Unknown - Fillet: 1-6 pieces - Shrimp: 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L) - Scallops: 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L) - Steak: 1-4 pieces Meat 0.1-6.5 lbs (45 g-2.
COOK (cont’d) Poultry Chicken Nuggets: 1-4 servings (4-16 pieces) Chicken - Bone-In: 0.5-3.5 lbs (227 g-1.5 kg) - Boneless: 0.2-2.0 lbs (90-907 g) Chicken Tenders: 1-4 servings Chicken Wings: 1-4 servings Ground Poultry: 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 or 2.0 lbs (227, 454, 680 or 907 g) Poultry Breast Boneless - Pan Brown: 1-3 pieces - Poached: 0.2-1.5 lbs (90-680 g) Rice Brown Rice Instant: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL) Brown Rice Long Grain: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL) White Rice Instant: senses 0.5-2.
BROWNING PAN (cont’d) Meat Bacon: 2-4 slices Ham Slice: 1-4 slices Ham Steak: 4-8 oz (113-227 g) Hamburger Patty: 1-4 patties, 0.3 lb (136 g) each Meatballs: 0.5-1.0 lbs (227-454 g) Nuts 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 or 2 cups (125, 250, 375 or 500 mL) Poultry Breast, Boneless 1-3 pieces, 0.4 lb (113 g) each Sausage 2-10 links Manual Browning Pan GRILL Beef Kabobs 1-4 servings Chicken, Bone-In 1 or 2 pieces, 0.8 lb (363 g) each Fish Steak 1 or 2 steaks, 1" (2.
MICROWAVE 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.
2. Replace the filters by inserting the wide tab of the filter frame into the inner portion of the filter housing, then swinging the outside of the frame up until it fits into place. BROWNING PAN To avoid damage to the browning pan, do not use abrasive cleansers or scrubbers. ■ Mild cleanser, water and washcloth ■ A B C Dishwasher CONVECTION and GRILL RACKS Dishwasher cleaning is not recommended. To avoid damage to the convection and grill racks, do not use abrasive cleansers or scrubbers.
Replacing Microwave Oven Light The microwave oven light is a 10W low-voltage halogen capsule bulb. It will automatically come on when the door is opened and when the microwave oven is operating. To order any of the parts, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. See “Replacement Parts” section for part numbers. You will need a TORX®† T10 screwdriver to remove the bulb cover. To Replace: 1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power. 2.
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 a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. Is the microwave oven wired properly? See Installation Instructions provided with your microwave oven. Turntable will not operate ■ Has tape been removed from turntable hub? Remove tape. See “Turntable” section.
Fan running during cooktop usage ■ This is normal. The microwave oven’s cooling fan, which is separate from the vent fan, automatically comes on during microwave oven operation to cool the microwave oven. Both the vent fan and the cooling fan may also automatically come on and cycle on and off to cool the microwave oven’s controls while the cooktop below is being used. Quartz bulb does not appear to be on ■ This is not unusual. See “Grill Element” section.
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