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TABLEOF CONTENTS MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY ........................................................ INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................. Unpacking .................................................................................... Location Requirements ................................................................ Electrical Requirements ............................................................... PARTS AN D EEATU RES ................................................
iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy: [] To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: - Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the microwave oven when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
PRECAUTIONS EXCESSIVE TO AVOID MICROWAVE (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. POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO ENERGY (c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged.
• • Do not block the exhaust vents or air intake openings. Allow a few inches of space at the back and side of the microwave oven where the exhaust vents are located. Blocking the exhaust vents could cause damage to the microwave oven, as well as poor cooking results. Make sure the microwave oven legs are in place to ensure proper airflow. If vents are blocked, a sensitive thermal device may automatically turn the microwave oven off. The microwave oven should work properly once it has cooled.
MICROWAVEOVENCONTROL The OFF (OFF CANCEL) pad clears any incorrect command and cancels any program during cooking. It will not erase the time of day. _: 7 ¸ _, The microwave oven will also turn off when the door is opened. Close the door and touch START to resume the cycle. r_,_ ¸¸, ,,,_ :_ The ADD MINUTE pad starts the microwave oven for 1 minute at 100% power. More cook time may be added in 1-minute increments by touching ADD MINUTE repeatedly.
MICROWAVEOVENUSE 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.
Always useovenmittsorpotholders whenremoving dishes from themicrowave oven. Aluminum foilandsomemetalcanbeusedinthemicrowave oven.Ifnotusedproperly, arcing(ablueflashoflight)canoccur andcause damage tothemicrowave oven. PERCENT/NAME NUMBER USE 50%, Medium 5 Cooking ham, whole poultry and pot roasts. Simmering stews. 40% 4 Heating bread, rolls and pastries.
_j'rI d _i_ _d li_'_ The EZ-CHOICE ® Feature pads have been programmed with common microwavable foods, their quantities, cook powers and cook times. NOTE: During Popcorn function, as with all microwave cooking functions, the microwave oven should be attended at all times. Listen for popping to slow to 1 pop every 1 or 2 seconds, then stop the cycle. The Auto Defrost feature's preset programs can be used or the microwave oven can be manually set to defrost.
MICROWAVEOVENCARE IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the microwave oven is cool. Always follow label instructions cleaning products. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested MICROWAVE on unless otherwise noted. OVEN CAVITY MICROWAVE OVEN DOOR AND EXTERIOR To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use soapfilled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some recycled paper towels.
Turntable alternates • Are large amounts of food being heated? Larger amounts of food need longer cooking times. rotation directions Is the incoming voltage less than that specified in "Microwave Oven Safety?" Have a qualified electrician check the electrical system in the home. This is normal and depends on motor rotation at beginning of cycle. Display shows messages • Is the display showing ":"? There has been a power failure or the Clock time has been turned off.
WHIRLPOOLCORPORATIONMAJORAPPLIANCEWARRANTY 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.