MCO153UW / MCO153UB / MCO153S / Microwave Oven Use and Care Manual KOT-1H2U Table of Contents Introduction ..........1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION Precautions to Avoid Possible Never operate the oven when it is empty or without the glass turntable. Exposure to Excessire Microwave Energy ............
I n t r o d u c t i o n Congratulations on your purchase of an over-the range microwave oven. For best results, we suggest reading this guide carefully. You will find instructions on the proper operation and maintenance of your microwave.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety 12. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged precautions should be followed, including the following: cord or plug, if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont. 23. To avoid exposure to dangerous high voltage, DO 31. Do not use a thermometer in food you are NOT REMOVE THE SPLATTER SHIELD microwaving unless the thermometer is designed or inside the oven cavity. recommended for use in the microwave oven. 24.
I n s t a l l a t i o n R e c o m m e n d a t i o n s Remove all packing materials both outside and inside the Do not under any circumstance cut or remove the oven before using the oven.
To u c h C o n t r o l P a n e l The Touch Control Panel allows you to set the oven controls with the touch of a finger. It’s designed to be easy to use and understand. 11.
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< MCO153UW/MCO153UB > < MCO153S > < MCO153UQ > Each time a pad is touched, a BEEP will sound. When CANCEL/OFF Pad is touched during oven operation, the oven will stop, however, all programmed information is retained. To clear all information, touch the CANCEL/OFF Pad again. NOTE: Styling and features may differ slightly depending on model.
O v e n F e a t u r e s a t a G l a n c e 11. DOOR HANDLE - Pull to open door. Door 15. HOOD CONTROLS must be securely latched for oven to operate. Vent Fan - Press High, Low or Off Light - Press On, Night or Off 12.
O p e r a t i n g B a s i c s Time-of-Day Clock Cook Time/Power Level Basic Instructions Basic Instructions 1. Touch the CLOCK Pad. “CLOCK 1. Touch the COOK TIME Pad. “ENTER ENTER TIME” Will be displayed. COOKING TIME”...
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O p e r a t i n g B a s i c s Power Level Cooking Guide Add Minute The power levels on your microwave oven can The ADD MINUTE Pad provides a convenient be compared to the surface units on a range. way to heat foods at full power with one touch High (power level 10) or full power is the fastest of a pad or add an extra minute to your cooking...
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Auto Defrost Conversion Chart If weight is in then weight is converted Use the defrost setting for defrosting meats, ounces- to tenths-of-a-pound. poultry and fish from 0.5 pounds to 6.5 pounds. 1 to 2-oz. 3 to 4-oz. Basic Instructions 5-oz. Touch the AUTO DEFROST Pad once for 6 to 7-oz.
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O p e r a t i n g B a s i c s Defrost by Time Guide (Power Level 3) Items and Weight Defrosting Standing Procedures and Techniques Time Time Beef Ground Beef/1 lb. 10-12 min. 5 min. Break apart and remove thawed portions with fork.
Two Stage Cooking This feature lets you program two sequential using two different power levels. It automatically operations such as defrosting and cooking or cooking changes power settings and cooking time. Basic Instructions 1. Touch the COOK TIME Pad. “ENTER 5.
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S p e c i a l F e a t u r e s Dinner Plate Warm Basic Instructions Basic Instructions 1. Touch the DINNER PLATE Pad. The 1. Touch the WARM Pad. The Display will Display will show “DINNER PLATE” show “WARM PRESS START”.
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To Program Favorite Choice Signal Sound, Auto Cook Scroll Speed and Clock Display: Basic Instructions 1. Touch the AUTO COOK Pad until the Touch FAVORITE CHOICE Pad four times desired food is displayed. * “PROG-4 SELECT TYPE ENTER 1-6” will be 2.
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S p e c i a l F e a t u r e s Auto Start Do not use foods containing baking powder or yeast when using AUTO START. They The AUTO START feature allows you to program your will not rise properly.
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Turntable On/Off For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. When using larger dishes, it can be turned off. Press TURNTABLE Pad to turn the turntable on or off. Display will show the T/T OFF indicator light. TURNTABLE cannot be turned off with the following options: POPCORN, BEVERAGE, BAKED POTATO, DINNER PLATE, FROZEN PIZZA,...
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S p e c i a l F e a t u r e s Using the Vent Fan Using the Cooktop Light You can control the 2-speed fan by touching the You can control the cooktop light by touching VENT FAN Pad.
C a r e a n d C l e a n i n g Microwave Oven Interior Glass Tray/Turntable The oven interior should be cleaned after each Allow to cool before removing and cleaning. use with a damp cloth to keep it free from Wash in soapy water or dishwasher.
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C a r e a n d C l e a n i n g The Exhaust Feature To Remove Grease Filter The exhaust hood feature on your microwave To remove grease filter, grasp the “finger hold” oven is equipped with two metal filters which on the filter and slide to the rear.
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Light Bulb Replacement Cooktop Light Oven Light To replace the combination cooktop light/ To replace oven light: night light: 1. Disconnect power at main fuse or circuit breaker or pull plug. 1. Disconnect power at main fuse or circuit breaker or pull plug. 2.
B e f o r e Yo u C a l l Check the following to be sure a service call is necessary: If noting on the oven operates: If the interior of oven collects moisture: check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped this is normal.