® MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301. or visit our website at... www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents .......................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY ...........................3 Electrical Requirements ...............................................................4 PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5 Turntable ......................................................................................5 Cooking Rack...............................................................................5 MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL.............................................
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 the “PAN BROWN” mode (on models with this feature). Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.
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. A B C D E F G Turning Off the Turntable The turntable can be turned off (except during an auto function). This is helpful when cooking with plates that are larger than the turntable or when cooking with two 10¼" (26 cm) plates that are side by side.
MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL Start/Add 30 Seconds SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST 1 2 3 ENTER COOK TIMER SIM QTY POWER TURN TABLE OFF LBS OZ START? The START control shares function with the Add 30 Seconds feature. The START pad will start any function. If not touched within 5 seconds after touching a pad, “START?” will appear on the display as a reminder. If not touched within 5 minutes after touching a pad, the display will return to the time of day mode and the programmed function will be canceled.
Tones Tones are audible signals, indicating the following: One tone ■ Valid entry (short tone) ■ End of Timer countdown (long tone) Two tones ■ Reminder, repeat each minute after the end-of-cycle tones ■ End of stage in multistage cooking ■ Hidden feature has been entered or exited Three tones ■ Invalid entry Four tones ■ End of cycle To Turn Off/On Valid Entry Tones: Touch and hold the number pad “1” for 5 seconds until 2 tones sound. Repeat to turn tones back on.
MICROWAVE OVEN USE A magnetron in the 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. ■ Do not lean on or allow children to swing on the microwave oven door. ■ Do not operate microwave oven when it is empty.
Cookware and Dinnerware Cookware and dinnerware must fit on the turntable. Always use oven mitts or pot holders when handling because any dish may become hot from heat transferred from the food. Do not use cookware and dinnerware with gold or silver trim. Use the following chart as a guide, then test before using. MATERIAL RECOMMENDATIONS Aluminum Foil, Metal See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” section. Browning Dish Bottom must be at least 3/16" (5 mm) above the turntable.
Microwave Cooking Power Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking power to use by percent, name or number. For example, 70%=7=Medium-High. Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested cooking power of specific foods. PERCENT/NAME NUMBER USE 100%, High (default setting) 10 Quick heating convenience foods and foods with high water content, such as soups, beverages and most vegetables.
Beverage Beverages may be heated in the microwave oven by touching the BEVERAGE pad. One or two 8-oz (250 mL) cups can be heated automatically using this function. To Use BEVERAGE: 1. Touch BEVERAGE. The display will show the setting for heating 1 cup. 2. Touch BEVERAGE a second time to heat 2 cups. The microwave oven will start 5 seconds after the appropriate number of cups to be heated is selected. The display will count down the cook time.
To Use Preset Cooking: Preset Cooking Times and cooking power have been preset for certain microwavable foods. Use the following chart as a guide. FOOD PAD QUANTITY/INSTRUCTION Canned Vegetables 1 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/ Place in microwavable container. Cover with plastic wrap and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. Fresh Vegetables* 2 Frozen Vegetables* 3 Rice* 4 1. Touch COOK. 2. Touch number pad from chart or Touch COOK repeatedly to scroll through foods. 3.
To Use Reheat: 1. Touch REHEAT. 2. Touch number pad from chart or Touch REHEAT repeatedly to scroll through foods. 3. Touch number pads to enter quantity for Pizza Slice, Casserole and Baked Goods only. The sensor will determine quantities for Soup and Sauce. Reheat time may be adjusted at this time by touching COOK POWER. 4. Touch START. The display will count down the reheat time. When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones. 5.
Kids Menu Simmer Cooking and Steaming The Kids Menu function is preset with cooking times and cook powers for several typical children’s menu items that are cooked in the microwave oven. Use the following chart as a guide. The Steam/Simmer function can be used for simmering rice and pasta, and for foods such as soups, casseroles, stews and other liquid food. Steam/Simmer is a sensor function. Make sure the microwave oven has been plugged in for at least 2¹⁄₂ minutes.
Steamer Vessel (not provided with microwave oven) Warm Hold Use the steamer vessel with the Steam/Simmer feature to steam foods. See “Replacement Parts and Accessories” for ordering information WARNING Food Poisoning Hazard A Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before or after cooking. Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness. Hot cooked food can be kept warm in the microwave oven. Warm Hold can be used by itself or can be programmed to follow a cooking cycle.
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. Stainless Steel (on some models) GREASE FILTERS Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steelwool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Damage may Do not operate the microwave oven without the grease filters in occur.
Replacing Filters Replacing Cooktop Light The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month. The charcoal filter cannot be washed and should be replaced every 6 to 12 months. Do not operate the microwave oven without the filters in place. See “Assistance or Service” to reorder filters. See “General Cleaning” for cleaning instructions. The cooktop light is a candelabra base bulb. See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder. To Replace Grease Filters: To Replace: 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. Nothing will operate Display shows messages ■ Has a household fuse blown, or has the circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■ Is the display showing “:”? There has been a power failure or the clock time has been turned off. See “Display” section to clear display.
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your request. If you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you use only FSP® replacement parts.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company.