Whirlpool MODEL MH1170XS Use & Care Manual

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MICROWAVEHOOD
COMBINATION
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about features,
operation/performance,
parts, accessories
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call: 1-800-253-1301.
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MH1170XS
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  • Page 1 MICROWAVEHOOD COMBINATION 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 ... Model MH1170XS 8205884...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLEOF CONTENTS MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION Electrical Requirements ... PARTS AND FEATURES ... Turntable ... Cooking Rack ... MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL ... Display ... Start ... Cancel Off ... Add 30 Seconds ... Clock ... Tones ... Timer ... Control Lock ... Vent Fan ...
  • Page 3: Microwave Hood Combination Safety

    MICROWAVE HOODCOMBINATION S AFETY 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.
  • Page 4: Electrical Requirements

    iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS [] Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment. [] Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of 36" (91.44 cm). [] Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter. [] Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in the "PAN BROWN"...
  • Page 5: Partsandfeatures

    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. I. Grease filters A.
  • Page 6: Microwave Oven Control

    QUICK TOUCH POPCORN BEVERAGE PIZZA ® ADD30SEC COOK TIME © COOK POWER © WARM CLOCK HOLD %1AR,_ ® VENTFAN LIGHT Hi-Med.Lo-Off Hi.Lo-Off When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, a ":" will blink in the display. Touch CANCEL OFF to stop the blinking. If the ":"...
  • Page 7: Tones

    Tones a reaudible s ignals, indicating thefollowing: One tone • Valid entry (short tone) Two tones • End of timer countdown • End of stage in multistage cooking • Control Lock active • Hidden feature has been entered or exited •...
  • Page 8: Microwave Ovenuse

    A magnetron in the 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.
  • Page 9: Cookware And Dinnerware

    '!.. i._.__s_ - -._ _: I __ __.._ _-_ .,_J_ Cookware anddinnerware must f itontheturntable. Always u se oven mitts orpotholders when handling because anydishmay become h otfrom heat t ransferred from thefood. D onotuse cookware and dinnerware withgold orsilver t rim. U se the following c hart a saguide, then testbefore u sing.
  • Page 10: Microwave Cooking Power

    Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking power to use by percent or name. For example, 70%=Medium-High. Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested cooking power of specific foods. PERCENT/NAME 100%, High Quick heating convenience foods and (default setting) foods with high water content, such as soups, beverages and most vegetables.
  • Page 11: Quick Touch Cooking

    The Quick Touch menu pads provide convenient access to preset cooking programs for common microwavable following chart as a guide. FOOD SERVING INSTRUCTIONS SIZE Popcorn* Pop only one package at a time. 1.75 oz (50 g) For bag sizes not listed in this 3 oz (85 g) section, follow directions on the 3.5 oz (99 g)
  • Page 12: Reheating

    Times and cooking power have been preset for reheating specific food types. Use the following chart as a guide. FOOD QUANTITY/INSTRUCTION Casserole 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/ Place in microwavable and cover with plastic wrap. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after reheating.
  • Page 13: Warm Hold

    Use the following chart as a guide. MEAT Beef: ground, steaks, roast, The narrow or fatty areas of stew irregular shaped cuts should be shielded with foil before Lamb: stew and chops defrosting. Pork: chops, ribs, roasts, Do not defrost less than 1/4 Ib sausage (113 g) or two 4 oz (113 g) patties.
  • Page 14: Microwave Ovencare

    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 first unless otherwise noted. GREASE FILTERS Do not use ammonia or corrosive cleaning agents such as lye- based oven cleaners.
  • Page 15: General Cleaning

    The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month. Do not operate the microwave oven or exhaust fan without the grease filters in place. The charcoal filters cannot be washed and should be replaced every 6 to 12 months. See "General Cleaning"...
  • Page 16: Replacing Microwave Oven Light

    The microwave oven light is a candelabra base bulb. It will automatically come on when the door is opened and when the microwave oven is operating. See "Assistance section to reorder. To Replace: 1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect 2. Remove the 2 vent grille mounting screws located directly behind the top louver.
  • Page 17: 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 the circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
  • Page 18 Tones are not sounding • Aretones turned off? See "Tones" section. Steam is coming from the vent grille • Some steam is normal. Fan running slower than usual • Has the oven been stored in a cold area? The fan will run slower until the oven warms up to normal room temperature.
  • Page 19: Assistance Orservice

    Yellow Pages. ASSISTANCE ORSERVICE For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool below. Corporation with any questions or concerns at: Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Center...
  • Page 20: Warranty

    YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE. Outside the 50 United States and Canada, this warranty does not apply. Contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine if another warranty applies.

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