® SPEEDCOOK MICROWAVE OVEN 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 OVEN SAFETY........................................................3 Electrical Requirements ...............................................................5 PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................6 Oven Cavity Coating ....................................................................6 Microwave System – ACCUWAVE® Technology.........................6 Grill Element ........................................................................
MICROWAVE OVEN 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 clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock. 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. Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven when the microwave oven is in operation.
Electrical Requirements WARNING GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Required: ■ A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20-amp electrical supply with a fuse or circuit breaker. Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker.
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. Oven door B. Metal-shielded window C. Control panel D. Fan, Light and Night Light buttons E. Halogen cooktop lights (2) F. Exhaust vent (for recirculation) (top surface of oven) G. Intake vent H. Door handle I.
Turntable To Install: 1. Remove tape from the hub. 2. Place the support on the oven cavity bottom. 3. 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. A Turning Off the Turntable The turntable can be turned off for manual cooking cycles only.
Sizzle Pan and Handle SUREMIST™ Steamer Vessel Use the SUREMIST™ steamer vessel with the Steam Cook feature or Boil & Simmer feature to steam or simmer cook foods. See “Steam Cook” and/or “Boil & Simmer” sections. A The sizzle pan, with its nonstick surface and detachable handle, has been specially designed for microwave use, and is ideal for pan-frying (pan-browning) foods in the oven. See “Sizzle Pan” section. The sizzle pan is also used as a drip pan under the grill rack during grilling cycles.
OVEN CONTROL The 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 MAIN MENU: Cook Method Time / Power Most Used Food Type Kids Menu Settings & Info B A. Control panel B.
Main Menu The Main Menu is displayed on the default screen. Cook Method Time / Power Most Used Food Type Kids Menu Settings & Info 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.” 3.
6. On Sizzle Poultry Breast screen, follow the instructions, then touch “Start Preheat.” 8. Touch “Continue” to resume pan browning. When the cycle is over, the Finished screen appears. Preheat and cooking time: 5 min While the Sizzle Pan preheats, the cooking animation and countdown are active in the display. If you would like to either add more time or keep the food warm, you may do so at this time. 9. If the doneness is satisfactory, touch CANCEL on the control panel to return to the default screen.
Settings & Info 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 ■ Choose format: Standard or Military. ■ Turn Daylight Savings on or off. ■ Adjust time: set or hide clock. See “Clock” section. Contact Info ■ Find contact information: toll-free number and website. Date ■ Set date: month and day. ■ Adjust year. ■ Hide date. See “Date” section.
Display Backlight Tones Display backlight may be set to reduce brightness or to turn off during sleep mode (after 2 minutes of inactivity). Sleep mode is an energy-saving feature that darkens the display backlight after 2 minutes of inactivity. During sleep mode, only the time and date are visible, along with instruction to touch the screen to reactivate the Main Menu. Tones are audible signals, indicating the following: To Set Display Backlight: ■ Between stages (short tones) 1. 2. 3. 4.
Timer Child Lock The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds, up to 99 minutes, 59 seconds, and counts down the set time. NOTE: The Timer does not start or stop the oven. The Timer countdown can be seen in full screen or in minimized view. In minimized view, the countdown is always visible. The Child Lock disables all controls to prevent unintended use of the oven. The only control that will function while the Child Lock is active is the CANCEL pad on the control panel.
Night Light Progress Bar The Night Light control button turns on the cooktop light at the lowest setting. While the Night Light is on, the Light control may still be used to brighten the cooktop. When the cooktop light is turned off, the Night Light will still be on. The Night Light can be turned on or off only with the Night Light button. The status will be displayed for a few seconds when the Night Light is turned on or off. A B Cooking Animation A B A. Cooking animation B. Progress bar A.
Cooking Guidelines Covering Covering food helps retain moisture, shorten cook time and reduce spattering. Use the lid supplied with cookware. If a lid is not available, wax paper, paper towels or plastic wrap approved for microwave ovens may be used. Plastic wrap should be turned back at one corner to provide an opening to vent steam. Condensation on the door and cavity surfaces is normal during heavy cooking.
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 USE 60% Cooking sensitive foods such as cheese and egg dishes, pudding and custards. Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as lasagna.
Time/Power Cooking Warm Hold The Time/Power control on the Main Menu is for manual cooking by cooking method. There are 10 methods from which to choose. Some of the methods have set power levels that cannot be changed. Use the following chart as a guide.
Cooking in Stages (or steps) Manual cooking may be done in stages (or steps), up to 4 stages total. The first stage may be programmed using any of the manual controls. The stages may be reviewed at any time during programming and/or cooking by touching “Review Steps” on the touch screen. NOTE: Manual Defrost can be programmed only as the 1st stage, and is not available for subsequent stage programming. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program each additional stage. 5.
To Use Popcorn Sensor: 1. Place popcorn bag on the turntable and close the door. 2. Touch POPCORN SENSOR control. The oven will start automatically. The display will show when the oven is sensing, and will start counting down the time when sensing has finished. Reheat The Reheat menu has 8 main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Reheat (see “Time/Power Cooking” section).
See “Cook Method Chart” for food item details, such as food items available, sensor functions and amounts. To Use: Touch “Cook Method” on Main Menu, touch “Cook,” and then follow screen prompts to make your selections, prepare your food and/or oven for cooking, and start the cycle. Melt The Melt menu has 5 main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Melt (see “Time/Power Cooking” section). Butter/Margarine Caramel Cheese Chocolate Marshmallow Melt uses only microwaves to melt your food.
■ To avoid scratching, use plastic utensils. Sizzle Pan ■ Do not overfill. One-half full is recommended. The Sizzle Pan menu has 8 main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Sizzle Pan (see “Time/Power Cooking” section). ■ Follow directions on the display. Baked Goods Frozen Food Meat Fried Eggs Omelet Poultry Breast Boneless Fish Steak Nuts Sizzle Pan function uses microwaves, and sometimes the grill element.
Food Type Chart Use this chart as a reference for menu items available in the “Food Type: menu. FROZEN FOOD FISH/SEAFOOD ■ Frozen Entrée: Cook • Regular 8-20 oz (227-567 g) • Large 40 oz (1.1 kg) • Family Size 60 oz (1.
GRAINS: PASTA/RICE BREAD ■ Canned Pasta: Cook or Kids Menu ■ ■ Grits: Cook • Regular or Quick Bagel: Defrost • Small, Medium or Large ■ Biscuit, Refrigerated: Sizzle Pan • Regular or Large ■ Instant Macaroni & Cheese: Cook or Kids Menu ■ Pasta: Cook or Boil & Simmer • Dried Pasta: Fettuccine, Macaroni, Penne, Rotini or Spaghetti • Fresh Pasta: Linguine, Ravioli or Tortellini ■ French Toast: Cook or Sizzle Pan ■ Muffin • Fresh: Reheat or Sizzle Pan • Frozen: Reheat or Defrost Rice: Cook or
Cook Method Chart Use this chart as a reference for menu items and amounts available in the “Cook Method” menu.
Pasta • Canned: 1-4 servings • Dried: sensor Fettuccine, Macaroni, Penne, Rotini or Spaghetti • Fresh: sensor Linguine, Ravioli or Tortellini • Instant Macaroni & Cheese: 1-2 servings ■ Rice: senses 0.
OVEN CARE General Cleaning IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first 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 long 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. RACK SUPPORTS Clean often to avoid soil buildup. Soil buildup may lead to arcing and cause damage to the oven. Do not attempt to remove supports from cavity walls. Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steelwool pads, gritty washcloths or some recycled paper towels.
Replacing Oven Light The oven light is a 10W low-voltage halogen capsule bulb. It will automatically come on when the door is opened and when the oven is operating. See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder. You will need a TORX®† T10 screwdriver to remove the bulb cover. 4. Remove the bulb cover mounting screw, then lift cover. A To Replace: 1. Unplug oven or disconnect power. 2. Gently pull vent screen rings, and lift the screen off the exhaust vent at the top of the oven.
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 appliance wired properly? See Installation Instructions provided with your microwave oven.
Quartz bulb does not appear to be on ■ This is not unusual. See “Grill Element” section. ■ Is the element still working properly? Place 2 slices of bread on the tall grill rack, place the rack on the turntable and close the door. Program the oven using Manual Grill–without microwaves–for 4 minutes (see “Time/ Power Cooking” section). The bread should toast dark brown. If the bread does not toast, call for service. See “Assistance or Service” section.
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 FSP® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. ITEMS WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR 1.