Contents puqe Parts and Features Before You Install Your Convection Microwave Oven Before You Use Your Convection Microwave Oven Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy Important Safety Instructions. Using Your Convection Microwave Oven. Convc&on MIcrowave Oven Corltrols Progrcimmlng Tone Settinij the Clock Using the Minute Timer Microwave Cooking Microwave Cooking at High Cook Power Microwave Cooking at Lower Cook Powers L-1 3 3 .
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IMPORTANT SAF’ETY INSTRUCTIONS Convection microwave ovens have been used successfully in homes for a number of years. They are thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as with any appliance, there are special installation and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation and prevent damage to the unit. kh WARNING - To reduce fire, injury to persons or exposure 1. Reac. ali appliance. rnstructrons before ustng 2.
Using your convection microwave oven Convection microwave oven controls TIiere are three parts in the control section. The Digital DlsplayiClock and indicator Lights - Command Pads - Number Pads Irlstructions for each control are covered fc)Ilowing pages Read them carefully. on the When you first plug in the oven, a tone sounds and the Display will show 888:88. If after you set the Clock (page 61,the Display again shows all 8’s, your electricity was off for a while. Reset the Clock.
Programming tone Each time you touch a pad you will hear a tone. If you don’t hear a tone, it is because the instruction is not correct, or because the tones have been removed, EXAMPLE: If you touch a Number Pad before you touch a Command Pad, you will not hear a tone, The instruction is not correct. If you want to remove the programming tone and end of cooking tone (beep every 60 seconds while “End” is displayed): l l l Open the door. Touch CANCEL twice, then touch START.
Using the minute timer The Minute Timer does not start or stop cooking. It can be used alone or while the oven is operating. It works like a kitchen timer. You can set it for up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. DO THIS... THIS HAPPENS... The Minute Timer indicator Light will come on and the Display will show a “0:’ The first Number Pad must be touched within 5 seconds or the Display will again show the time of day. Touch MINUTE TIMER again and continue. RI 1. Touch MINUTE TIMER.
Microwave cooking Be sure to read the CONVECTION information about: l l l l l l MICRO MENUS Cookbook packed with your oven. It contains What microwave energy IS How food is cooked by microwave energy. What affects cooking speed and cooking evenness. Safety tips. Utensils to use when cooking in a mlcrowave oven. Cooking times for different foods. Important things to remember to get the best microwave cooking results. ALWAYS cook food for the minimum recommended cooking time.
Changing the cooking time You can change the cooking time before or after touching I. Touch COOK. 2. Touch numbers 3. Touch START for the new time START. Microwave cooking at lower cook powers For best results, some recipes call for tower Cook Powers. The lower the Cook Power, the slower the cooking. Each Number Pad also stands for a different percentage of Cook Power. Many recipes in your CONVECTION MICRO MENUS” Cookbook tell you, by number, which Cook Powerto use.
The COOK and COOK POWER Indicator Lights will stay on to show that the oven is cooking in the first cycle at a Cook Power other than high. 6. Touch START. The Display counts down the time to show how much cooking time is left count dQWll Changing cook You can change . Touch Touch l Touch OR... l Touch l Touch l When the cooking time ends, “End” will show on the Display and 4 beeps will sound. You can stop the beeping by opening the door or by touching CANCEL.
2. Touch AUTO SET. (NOTE: Skip to Step 6 if you want to use the preset cooking time and Cook Power.) The AUTO SET Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show 2 minutes, 30 seconds [or the time you have set as your favorite cycle). The Display will show what you touched in even minutes. This example shows you touched 4 minutes. 3. Touch a Number Pad for the new cooking time you want from 1 to 9 minutes. I. El.. The COOK POWER Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show “P-HI:’ 4.
Changing the pre-programmed You can change the pre-programmed power you most often use. To change setting cooking time and Cook Power in AUTO SETto the time and the AUTO SETsetting, follow these steps. 1. 2. 3. 4. Touch AUTO SETtwice. Touch the Number Pads forthe new desired cooking time. Touch COOK POWER. Touch the Number Pad for the desired Cook Power, or touch COOK POWER a second time if you want to change Cook Power to HIGH. 5. Touch AUTO SET.Touch CANCEL.
Standing time For best results, allow the food to stand for a while after defrosting. temperature of the food for more even defrosting. This helps equalize the When any cooking function except BROIL TIME follows QUICK DEFROST,the oven automatically provides a standing time equal to the time touched in for QUICK DEFROST.The cooking cycle will begin after the automatic standing time. NOTE: If the door is opened during the standing time, the timer will stop until the door is closed and START is touched.
Cooking automatically after defrosting The controls can be set so the oven goes automatically [except BROIL TIME] you have touched in. DO THIS... 1. from defrosting to the Cook Cycle THIS HAPPENS... Put food in the oven and close the door. The QUICK DEFROST Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show four O’s 2. Touch QUICK DEFROST. The Display will show the numbers you touched in the order you touched them. This example shows 4 minutes, 30 seconds. 3.
8. Touch When you touch START,the QUICK DEFROST Indicator Light will stay on. All other Indicator Lights will go off The Display counts down the time to show how much time is left in the defrost cycle. START. taunt dc3Wf-l When the defrost time ends, the oven automatrcally lets the food stand for the same amount of time used for defrosting. The QUICK DEFROST Indicator Light stays on and the Display counts down the standing time. During the countdown the oven will be dark, and fan will be off.
Cooking with the TEMPERATURE PROBE The Temperature Probe helps take guesswork out of cooking roasts and larger casseroles. The probe is designed to turn off the oven when it senses the temperature you chose. The Temperature probe can also be used in BAKE TIME (page 20) or ROAST TIME (page 23) to cook by temperature ratherthan time. See your CONVECTION of food. MICRO MENUS” Cookbook for helpful information in cooking different types Socket Probe i 1.
mn The PROBE TEMP and COOK POWER Indicator Lights will stay on. The Display will show “COOL” to show the food is less than 90°F. As the food cooks, the Display will show the internal temperature of the food for every 5°F increase. 8. Touch START. When the probe senses the temperature you selected, the oven shuts off. “End” will show on the Display and 4 beeps will sound. (You can stop the beeping by opening the door or by touching CANCEL.
Changing the temperature setting When using the Temperature Probe, PROBE TEMP settings can be changed before or during operation. -Touch PROBE TEMP -Touch number for new temperature. -Touch START.The oven will continue cooking to the new temperature. If the new temperature lower than the temperature of the food, the oven will shut off Temperature probe cooking For casseroles, the tip of the probe should be rn the center of the food. Stir foods when recommended. Replace the probe.
Using KEEP WARM Hot, cooked foods can be safely kept warm in your convection microwave oven for up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds (about 1 hour, 40 minutes). KEEP WARM can be used bv itself, or it can automatically follow a cooking cycle or PROBE TEMP cycle THIS HAPPENS... DO THIS... 1. Put cooked, hot food in oven and close door. The KEEP WARM Indicator Light will come on. The Display WIII show the time of day. 2. Touch KEEP WARM. mm 3. Touch l l l l l l START.
Convection cooking Convection cooking circulates hot airthrough the oven cavity with a fan. The constantly moving air surrounds the food to heat the outer portion quickly. This seals in moisture and juices for more flavorful foods. This oven uses convection cooking whenever BAKE TIME, BROIL TIME, or ROAST TIME are programmed. DO NOT USE THE OVEN WITHOUT THE REMOVABLE TRAY IN PLACE. The bottom metal tray is designed with feet so that air can circulate underthe tray for even cooking.
The Display will show the numbers you touched in the order you touched them. This example shows 90 minutes. 2. Touch the Number Pads for the desired cooking tme. NOTE: The oven will automatically cook at the preset tings” below if a different temperature is desired. temperature of 375°F.
Using the temperature probe with BAKE TIME 1. Touch PROBE TEMP 2. 3. 4. 5. Touch Number Pads for the desired final temperature. Touch BAKE TIME. (Touch TEMP RESETto change oven temperature, if desired.) Touch START. When oven reaches selected temperature, a. Insert the Temperature Probe into the food (See page 16.) b Place food in the oven and plug the probe Into the socket on the oven ceiling. (Use care when inserting probe Oven walls will be hot) Close the door. c Touch START.
When the oven temperature reaches 450 F,the oven beeps twice and the PREHEAT Indicator Light goes off. “45OF” will stay on the Display and the oven will hold that temperature up to 30 minutes, or until the food has been placed in the oven and START has been touched. NOTE: The oven will automatically shut off and the Display will show the time of day if food has not been placed in the oven within 30 minutes. 4. Place food in oven. Close door. The Display will show the programmed broiling time.
Combination cooking Combination cooking alternates convection hot air cooking with microwave energy cooking. This type of cooking is generally used for roasts and large cuts of meats Refer to CONVECTION MICRO MENUS” Cookbook for suggested recipes and times. Using ROAST TIME/COMBO The ROAST TIME/COMBO cycle can be programmed up to 199 minutes, 99 seconds of combination cooking time. This cycle will cook at 350 F unless another cooking temperature has been selected.
Using the Temperature Probe with ROAST TIME/COMBO 1. Insert the temperature probe into the food. [See page 16.) 2. Place food in the oven and plug the probe into the socket on the oven ceiling. (See page 16.) 3. Touch PROBE TEMP 4. Touch Number Pads for the desired final temperature. 5. Touch ROAST TIME/COMBO. 6. Touch START Changing l l l l Close the door. settings To change a time setting before or after starting the oven, touch ROAST TIME/COMBO.
Bi-level cooking The metal oven rack is designed for use in this convection microwave oven, The round baking sheet is also designed for use in this oven, but should be used for convection cooking only, For convection bi-level baking of cakes, cookies, etc., use the removable tray for a second baking sheet, Upper rack is used for bi-level cooking items such as layer cakes and cookies. for The lower rack inserted in the removable tray is used for roasting or broiling in convection and combination cooking.
Installation instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN, READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS Installing c your convection microwave COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY. oven 1 1. Empty the oven and clean inside It with a soft, damp cloth. Check for damage such as misaligned door, damage around the door or dents inside the oven or on the exterior. If there IS any damage, please do not operate the unit until it has been checked by an authorized Whirlpool sewice technician and any repairs made. 3.
5. Electrical requirements Observe all governing codes and ordinances. A 12C Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 amp fused electrical IS recommended.] It is recommended that a separate be provided supply IS requtred. (Time-delay fuse circuit serving only this appliance GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 6. Improper use WARNING: shock. of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electrical DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CORD GROUNDING PRONG. 7. For your personal safety, this appliance must be grounded.
Caring for your convection microwave oven BE SURE THE OVEN IS OFF AND COOL BEFORE CLEANING. Keep the oven interior clean and dry Cleaning chart PART WHAT TO USE Exterior surfaces Soft cloth and warm soapy water. Nylon or plastic scrubbing pad for stubborn spots. Control panel Oven door HOW TO CLEAN AND CARE FOR l l Damp soft cloth or spray glass cleaner Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Follow directions provided with cleaner. . Do not spray directly on control panel. Use a soft cloth.
Microwave operating safety precautions NEVER COOK OR REHEAT A WHOLE EGG. Steam build-up in whole eggs may cause them to burst and burn you, and possibly damage the oven. Slice hard boiled eggs before heating. In rare instances, poached eggs have been known to explode. Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cutting into them. Liquids heated in certain containers [especially cylindrical-shaped containers) may become overheated.
CAUTION: DO NOT use the oven until you have read and understand prevent damage to the oven. DO NOT use the oven for storage. Do not leave paper products, books or cooking utensils in the oven when not in use. Fire may result if someone accidentally starts the oven. Don’t let anything touch the top of the oven. DO NOT pop popcorn, except in a microwave-approved popcorn popper or commercial package designed especially for microwave ovens.
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... If nothing operates: Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? [See page 28.
3. If you need service?.. Whirlpool has a nationwide network of franchised TECH/-T CARE p service comxi,ti&Ol i panies. TECH-CARE techni~ service cians are trained to fulfill the product TiC#CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE 1 warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States. To locate TECH-CARE service in your area, call our COOLLINE service assistance telephone number (see Step 2) or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under: OR WY4SHlNG MACHINESDRYERS 8 IRONERS SERVICING 4.
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WHIRLPOOL” FULL SIZE COUNTERTOP CONVECTION MICROWAW OVEN WARRANTY LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL MWOOI WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSPR replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a franchised TECH-CARE” service company. LIMITED FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY Second Through Fifth Year From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for solid-state touch control system if defective in materials or workmanship.
