Ez-Choice Feature; Auto Defrost - Whirlpool W10178097 Use & Care Manual

EZ-CHOICE
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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.
Use the following chart as a guide for the EZ-CHOICE
PAD SERVING SIZE
Popcorn* 3.5 oz (99 g)
3.0 oz (85 g)
1.5 oz (43 g)
Baked 1-4 medium,
Potatoes 10-13 oz (283-
369 g) each,
similar in size
Dinner Plate 1-2 servings,
(refrigerated) 8 oz (227 g) each
Frozen 10 oz (283 g)
Entrée
Fresh 1-4 cups
Vegetable (250 mL-1 L)
Pizza 1-3 slices, 4 oz
Reheat (113 g) each
(refrigerated)
Beverage 1-2 cups, 8 oz
(250 mL) each
*To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not use regular
paper bags or glassware. For best cooking results, do not try to
pop unpopped kernels. Use fresh bags of popcorn for optimal
results. Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content. If
using a microwave popcorn popper, follow manufacturer's
instructions.
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To Use the EZ-CHOICE
1. Place food on the turntable and close the door.
2. Touch one of the EZ-CHOICE
The display will show first programmed serving size. Touch
the pad again to change quantity. See chart for available
serving sizes.
The microwave oven will begin cooking automatically after a
brief delay.
When the cycle ends, "END" will appear in the display, and
the end-of-cycle tones will sound.
3. Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display.
® Feature
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INSTRUCTIONS
Pop only one package at a
time. For bag sizes not listed
in this section, follow
directions on package.
Pierce each one several times
with a fork. Place on turntable
around edges, at least 1"
(2.5 cm) apart. Let stand
5 minutes after cooking.
Place food on plate, cover
with plastic wrap and vent.
Remove from package.
Loosen cover on 3 sides. If
entrée is not in microwave-
safe container, place on
plate, cover with plastic wrap
and vent. Let stand
2-3 minutes after cooking.
Place in microwave-safe
container, and add 2-4 tbs
(30-60 mL) water. Cover with
plastic wrap and vent. Stir
and let stand 2-3 minutes
after cooking.
Place on paper towel or
paper plate in the center of
the turntable.
Do not cover. The diameter of
the cup's opening will affect
how the liquid heats.
Beverages in cups with
smaller openings may heat
faster.
Feature:
® pads.
The Auto Defrost feature's preset programs can be used or the
microwave oven can be manually set to defrost.
■ Unwrap foods and remove lids (for example, from fruit juice
containers) before defrosting.
■
Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than deep blocks.
■ Separate food pieces as soon as possible during or at the
end of the cycle for more even defrosting.
pads.
■
Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such
as chicken wings, leg tips and fish tails. See "Aluminum Foil
and Metal" first.
The Auto Defrost feature has preset times and cook powers for
3 categories: Meat, Poultry and Fish. It should not be used for
food that has been left outside the freezer for more than
20 minutes, or for frozen ready-made food. Use the following
chart as a guide.
MEAT
Beef: ground, steaks, roast,
stew
Lamb: stew and chops
Pork: chops, ribs, roasts,
sausage
POULTRY
Chicken: whole and cut up
Cornish hens
Turkey: breast
FISH
Fillets, Steaks, Whole Shellfish Place in microwave-safe
To Use Auto Defrost:
1. Place food, uncovered, on the turntable and close the door.
2. Touch AUTO DEFROST.
The display will show the setting for defrosting Meat. Touch
AUTO DEFROST a second time for the Poultry setting, and a
third time for the Fish setting.
3. Enter the weight.
Weight can be set from 0.1 lb to 6.0 lbs (45 g to 2.7 kg).
4. Touch START.
The display will count down the defrost time.
During defrosting, 5 short tones will sound. These tones
indicate it is time to check, turn, rearrange, or separate food.
Open door, turn food if necessary, close door, and touch
START to resume defrosting.
When the cycle ends, "END" will appear in the display, and
the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder
tones.
5. Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display.
To Defrost Manually: Follow direction in "Manual Cooking"
section, and use 30% cooking power. See "Microwave Cooking
Power" chart.

Auto Defrost

The narrow or fatty areas of
irregular shaped cuts should
be shielded with foil before
defrosting.
Do not defrost less than 1/4 lb
(113 g) or two 4 oz (113 g)
patties.
Place all meats in microwave-
safe baking dish. Do not
cover.
Place in microwave-safe
baking dish, chicken breast
side up. Do not cover.
baking dish. Do not cover.
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