Common Questions And Answers - Kenmore 111.83532 Use & Care Manual

Common Questions and Answers

Q. Can I open the door when the oven is operating?
A. The door can be opened anytime during the cooking operation. The oven will automatically
stop cooking and the time setting will maintain until the door is closed and the START Pad is
pressed.
Q. What causes the oven interior light and display to dim when using a Variable Power
Level?
A. This is normal and indicates the oven is operating and cycling properly.
Q. Why does steam and/or vapor escape around the door and moisture droplets form on the
inside of the oven door?
A. This in normal occurrence - as food cooks, steam is given off.
Q. What do the various beeps mean?
A. Short beep = any pad is pressed.
Three short beeps = incorrect entry.
One long beep = oven plugged in.
Three long beeps = end of cooking (microwave will turn off).
Series of three short beeps = check food to see if turning or rearranging is needed.
Q. Can the oven be used with the glass tray or roller guide removed?
A. The glass tray and roller guide must always be used when the Turntable On-Off pad is set to
On. The glass tray and roller guide may be removed when the Turntable On-Off pad is set to
OFF.
All these things are normal with your microwave oven.
• Steam or vapor escaping from around the door.
• Light reflection around the door or outer case.
• Dimming oven light and change in blower sound may occur while operating at power levels other
than high.
• Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.
Charcoal Filter Kit
There is a recirculating charcoal filter kit included for models that are not vented to the outside.
See the Charcoal Filter section of this Use & Care Guide.
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