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Operating Instructions. (Spanish Owner's Manual can be found on page 29 - 41.} (El manual del propietario en espaSol se encuentra en las pa,ginas 29 - 41). SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SearS, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.
AC 120 V, 60 Hz 12.9 Amps 1480W, 12.9 Amps 1000W* 1.8 cu. ft. 12-5/8 '` (320 mm) 23-7/16" X 42 Ibs. without notice. information or replacement of parts, Sears will and Serial number of your oven. that the except properly 69401 14-1/4" 17-11/16"...
YEAR WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, if this Kenmore ® Microwave Oven fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge. KENMORE ® MAGNETRON FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY For five years from the date of purchase, if the magnetron in this Kenmore ®...
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PROPER AND SAFEUSE • The oven must be level. • The turntable and turntable rest must be in the oven during cooking. See page 8. • Place the cookware gently on the turntable and handle it carefully avoid possible breakage. •...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances, should be followed, including WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive • Read all instructions before use. • Read and follow the specific "PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE...
ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance electrical '_DANGER electric shock by providing Electric Shock Hazard electric current. • Touching some of the cord that has a grounding internal components can The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is cause serious personal properly injury or death.
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Plastic foam cups Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed to high temperature. Wood Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split or crack. oven instructions. The bottom of browning dish 3/16 inch (5 mm) above the turntable.
NAMES OF OVEN PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Remove the oven and all materials Your oven comes with the following accessories: Turntable/Turntable roller rest/Owner's Super EvenWave ® System The microwaves reach the embossments and then bounce in every direction. energy will be reflected from many angles to cook and defrost more evenly and results in improved Door...
INSTALLATION Remove all packing material and accessories. Examine the oven for any damage Do not install if oven is damaged. Select a level surface that provides outlet vents. A minimum clearance of 3 inches (7.5 cm) is required between the oven and any adjacent wall.
SETTING CLOCK To set the correct time of day, follow the steps as below. Example: To set 3:15: Procedure Step Touch CLOCK. Touch 3, 1, 5 to enter time of day. Touch CLOCK. The clock starts counting. Note: • If the clock (or display) shows any abnormarity, unplug the oven from the AC outlet.
KITCHEN TIMER You can use the Kitchen Timer function independently, program is going on in the oven, Example: To set timer for 3 minutes: Step Procedure Touch KITCHEN TIMER, Touch 3, 0 and 0 to set 3 minutes. (up to 99 minutes 99 seconds Touch START.
Exam )le: To cook at power level P 80 for 40 seconds: Procedure Step Enter 40 seconds by touching 4 and O. Touch POWER. Display prompt you to enter power level. Touch 8 to enter power level P 80. Power level Press P100 (100%) P 90 (90%)
QUICK TOUCH COOKING Quick Touch Cooking menu allow you to reheat or cook food automatically. Simply touch the appropriate keypad 1 - 3 times to select desired menu and touch START. Example: To reheat 2 servings of soup: Step Procedure i Touch SOUP/BEVERAGE ,twice to enter the number of serving.
AUTOMATIC DEFROST BY WEIGHT The best defrosting time and power levels are automatically determined the food weight you enter. The feature provides two options: FINE DEFROST: Use for thorough defrosting of frozen foods, when it is important to have the center section defrosted as well as the outside. Examples for recommended whole chicken, roasts and steak.
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DEFROSTING It is necessary to have standing time after defrosting food in the oven to complete defrosting. The denser the food such as roasts, the longer standing time is required. Following are standing time for each food for your reference. Item During Defrosting Beef...
QUICK-ON COOKING (P100 POWER) A time-saving feature, this simplified control lets you quickly set and start microwave cooking without the need to touch START. Example: To set Quick-On cooking for 2 minutes: Step Procedure Touch QUICK ON. Touch 2. The display shows time counting down, Touch...
COOKING TECHNIQUES Advantages of microwave cooking are speed and efficiency. For warming, heating, and defrosting, nothing compares. There are a few tips that will make microwaving easier and more enjoyable. Microwave Cooking Principles Because microwave cooking requires only one-quarter to one-third the time of conventional cooking, the same cooking principles become even more important.
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QUICK TOUCW M COOKING COOKING/REHEATING TIPS FROZEN ENTREE • Foliow package directions removing or venting cover, piercing pouch, replacing foil, covering plastic wrap, etc. • Frozen foods with special packaging to "crisp" foods such as pizza, french fries and pocket-type sandwiches should be cooked according...
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QUICK TOUCH COOKING Quick Touch Cooking/Reheating Item/Amount Press keypad Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Carrots, Corn, FROZEN Cauliflower, Green VEGETABLE beans, Peas, Spinach, or a mixture of these. 5, 10, 16 oz Cooked pizza 1 - 3 slices PIZZA (3 - 9 oz) SLICE Potatoes, white, baking,...
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TIME COOKING - APPETIZERS CONVERTING RECIPES Most hot appetizers adapt well to microwave cooking, the exception those wrapped in pastry. Pastry requires the hot environment of the conventional oven to become crisp. Toppings for canapds can be made ahead and then placed on bread or crackers just before heating.
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TIME COOKING - MEATS, PREPARATION • Use a microwave-safe dish, etc. • Defrost Frozen foods completely. • Wash poultry and fish in cool water. • Arrange small items in a single layer in dish, avoid overlapping edges of food. • Place thick sections toward edge of the dish.
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Cooking Power Food Beef 15 - 20 min. P 50 Meat loaf, 11/2 (68O g) Pork Chops, loin 1/2 inch (1 cm) thick, 7 oz (200 g) each P100 PIO0 P100 Pork roast, P 50 1 Ib (450 g) Ham, slice 1 inch PIO0 (2.5 cm) thick, 1 Ib (450 g)
Power Food Poultry Chicken pieces, P100 up to 2 Ib (900 g) 1 Ib (450 g) Fish and Seafood P100 Fish fillets, (340 g) 3/4 Ib P 50 Fish steaks 2, 6 oz (170 g) each P 7O Scallops 1 Ib (450 g) P 70 Shrimp, medium size, shelled and cleaned,...
TIME COOKING - BAKED GOODS Converting Recipes When adapting quick bread recipes, you will find it necessary to reduce the amount of leavening (baking powder or soda) by about one-quarter the normal amount. A bitter aftertaste is apparent too much leavening is used in biscuits or muffins.
Ovens are designed, manufactured, and tested for years of dependable operation, modem appliance may require service from time to time. A Sears Maintenance Agreement is more than an extension the Warranty. It p11_ides complete protection unexpected repair bills and undue •...
E (error) appears in the * Wrong operation is set. display window. Arcing or sparking. • Materials to be avoided in microwave oven are used. • The oven is operated when empty. • Food refuse remains in the c-avity or inside the cavity is uncleaned.
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(page 7) • Use correct time/cooking power power level. • Turn or stir food. • Contact your nearest Sears Service Center. See Back cover for phone numbers, • Touch START. • Pierce the membrane with a toothpick before...
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(1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For the location of a Sears Parts and Service Center in your area: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week _1-800-488-1222 For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance...
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