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If there is any damage, do not operate the microwave oven until a designated service technician has checked it and made any needed repairs.
NOTE: To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not remove microwave inlet cover. See the "Parts and Features" section.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Required:
Recommended:
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the microwave oven is properly grounded.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
The turntable can rotate in either direction to help cook food more evenly. For best cooking results, do not operate the microwave oven without having the turntable in place. See the "Assistance or Service" section to reorder any of the parts.
To Install:
When power is first supplied to the microwave oven. "12:00" will appear in the display. If the "12:00" appears in the display at any other time, a power failure has occurred. Reset the clock if needed. See the "Clock" section.
The Start keypad begins any function. If non-sensor cooking is interrupted by opening the door, touching START will resume the cycle.
NOTE: To avoid unintentional operation of the microwave oven, a cooking function cannot be started if the microwave oven door has been closed for about 1 minute. The word "door" will appear in the display until the door is opened and closed.
The Start Add 30 Sec keypad automatically starts the microwave oven at 100% power for 30 seconds and adds 30 seconds of cook time, with each additional touch of the control.
Time may be added to any manual cooking cycle in 30 second increments, at the current power level, by touching ADD 30 SEC during cooking.
NOTE: To avoid unintentional operation of the microwave oven, a cooking function cannot be started if the microwave oven door has been closed for about 1 minute. The word "door" will appear in the display until the door is opened and closed.
The Cancel keypad clears any incorrect command and cancels any program during cooking. Touch the Cancel keypad to cancel the cycle. It will not erase the time of day.
The microwave oven will also turn off when the door is opened. Close the door and touch START to resume the cycle.
The Cancel keypad is also used to lock and unlock the control panel. See the "Control Lock" section.
This is a 12 hour clock.
To Set:
The microwave oven must be in standby.
NOTE: The Timer does not start or stop the microwave oven. The function can be set only in Standby mode.
To Set:
This function allows the user to activate/deactivate all the sounds played by the appliances, includes button press, warnings, alarm, even end audio feedback.
Press STEAM CLEAN button and hold for 5 seconds to put into mute, hold the button again for 5 seconds to turn on the sound.
This function can operate at any time.
The Control Lock disables the control panel keypads to avoid unintended use of the microwave oven.
To Lock/Unlock Control: The microwave oven must be OFF. Touch and hold CANCEL for about 3 seconds, until the tone sounds and the LOCK icon appears in the display. Repeat to unlock and clear the display.
If any cook function control is touched while the Control Lock is active, a tone will sound.
A magnetron in the microwave 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.
When microwave cooking, the amount, size and shape, starting temperature, composition, and density of the food affect cooking results.
Amount of Food
The more food heated at once, the longer the cook time needed. Check for doneness and add small increments of time if necessary.
Size and Shape
Smaller pieces of food will cook more quickly than larger pieces, and uniformly shaped foods cook more evenly than irregularly shaped food.
Starting Temperature
Room temperature foods will heat faster than refrigerated foods, and refrigerated foods will heat faster than frozen foods.
Composition and Density
Foods high in fat and sugar will reach a higher temperature and will heat faster than other foods. Heavy, dense foods, such as meat and potatoes, require a longer cook time than the same size of a light, porous food, such as cake.
Covering
Covering food helps retain moisture, shorten cook time, and reduce spattering. Use the lid supplied with cookware. If a lid is not available, wax paper, paper towels, or plastic wrap approved for microwave ovens may be used. Plastic wrap should be turned back at one corner to provide an opening to vent steam. Condensation on the door and cavity surfaces is normal during heavy cooking.
Stirring and Turning
Stirring and turning redistribute heat evenly to avoid overcooking the outer edges of food. Stir from outside to center. If possible, turn food over from bottom to top.
Arranging
If heating irregularly shaped or different-sized foods, arrange the thinner parts and smaller-sized items toward the center. If cooking several items of the same size and shape, place them in a ring pattern, leaving the center of the ring empty.
Piercing
Before heating, use a fork or small knife to pierce or prick foods that have a skin or membrane, such as potatoes, egg yolks, chicken livers, hot dogs, and sausage. Prick in several places to allow steam to vent.
Shielding
Use small, flat pieces of aluminum foil to shield the thin pieces of irregularly shaped foods, bones and foods such as chicken wings, leg tips, and fish tails. See the "Aluminum Foil and Metal" section first.
Standing Time
Food will continue to cook by the natural conduction of heat even after the microwave cooking cycle ends. The length of standing time depends on the volume and density of the food.
Cookware and dinnerware must fir on the turntable. Always use oven mitts or pot holders when handling because any dish may become hot from heat transferred from the food. Do not use cookware and dinnerware with gold or silver trim. Use the following chart as a guide, then test before using.
Material | Recommendations |
Aluminum Foil, Metal | See the "Aluminum Foil and Metal" section |
Browning Dish | Bottom must be at least 3/16" (5 mm) above the turntable. Follow manufacturer's recommendations |
Ceramic Glass, Glass | Acceptable for use |
China, Earthenware | Follow manufacturer's recommendations. |
Melamine | Follow manufacturer's recommendations. |
Paper: Towels, Dinnerware, Napkins | Use non-recycled and those approved by the manufacturer for microwave oven use. |
Plastic: Wraps, Bags, Covers, Dinnerware, Containers | Use those approved by the manufacturer for microwave oven use. |
Pottery and Clay | Follow manufacturer's recommendations. |
Silicone Bakeware | Follow manufacturer's recommendations. |
Straw, Wicker, Wooden Containers | Do not use in microwave oven. |
Wax Paper | Acceptable for use |
To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for Microwave Use:
Do not use cookware or dinnerware if it becomes hot and the water stays cool.
Always use oven mitts or pot holders when removing dishes from the microwave oven.
Aluminum foil and some metal can be used in the microwave oven. If not used properly, arcing (a blue flash or light) can occur and cause damage to the microwave oven.
OK for Use
Racks and bakeware supplied with the microwave oven (on some models), aluminum foil for shielding, and approved meat thermometers may be used with the following guidelines:
Do Not Use
Metal cookware and bakeware, gold, silver, pewter, non-approved meat thermometers, skewers, twist ties, foil liners such as sandwich wrappers, staples, and objects with gold or silver trim or a metallic glaze should not be used in the microwave oven.
Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking power to use by power level. For example, P-70 = Medium-High.
Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested cooking power of specific foods.
Percent/Name | Display | Use |
100%, High (default setting) | P100 | Quick heating convenience foods and foods with high water content, such as soups, beverages and most vegetables |
90% | P-90 | Cooking small, tender pieces of meat, ground meat, poultry pieces, and fish fillets Heating cream soups |
80% | P-80 | Heating rice, pasta, or stirrable casseroles Cooking and heating foods that need a cook power lower than high. For example, whole fish and meat loaf |
70%, Medium-High | P-70 | Reheating a single serving of food |
60% | P-60 | Cooking sensitive foods such as cheese and egg dishes, pudding, and custards Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as lasagna |
50%, Medium | P-50 | Cooking ham, whole poultry, and pot roasts Simmering stews |
40% | P-40 | Melting chocolate Heating bread, rolls, and pastries |
30%, Medium- Low, Defrost | P-30 | Defrosting bread, fish, meats, poultry, and precooked foods |
20% | P-20 | Softening butter, cheese, and Ice cream |
10%, Low | P-10 | Taking chill out of fruit |
These are quick access direct buttons with time mentioned on button as 1 min, 2 min, 3 min, 4 min, 5 min and 6 min.
Default power is full in this function (P100).
User can add more time in running function with START/+30 sec button.
NOTE: If user touches a quick access button while already cooking in Quick Access Mode, the cooking time will then continue from the new setting.
To Use:
The microwave oven has been programmed with common microwavable foods, their quantities, cook powers, and cook times.
Use the following chart as a guide for preset cooking.
Food | Serving Size | Instructions |
P1 Fresh Vegetables | 1-4 cups/1cup | From room temperature. Put food into microwave safe dish, Add 2 tablespoons water to 1-2 cups, add 4 tablespoons water to 3-4 cups. Cover the dish, leaving an air ventilation. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. |
P2 Soup | 1-4 cups/1cup | From room temperature. Cover the dish, leaving an air ventilation. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. |
P3 Green bean | 1-4 cups/1cup | From room temperature. Put food into microwave safe dish, Add 2 tablespoons water to 1-2 cups, add 4 tablespoons water to 3-4 cups. Cover the dish, leaving an air ventilation. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. |
P4 Scrambled eggs | 1-4 eggs/1egg | From room temperature. Put food into microwave safe dish, Add 1 tablespoons water for one egg, and mix well. Cover the dish. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. |
To Use Cook Menu:
This function allows to cook Popcorn microwaveable bags.
To Use:
To Use:
Food | Serving Size | Instructions |
Soften Butter | 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0 sticks | From refrigerator state, unwrap and place in microwave safe dish. |
A selection of automatic recipes with preset values to offer optimal cooking results.
To Use:
Food | Serving Size | Instructions |
P1 Melt Butter | 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0 sticks | From refrigerator state, unwrap and place in microwave safe dish. |
P2 Melt Chocolate | 4, 6, 8, 12 oz | From room temperature, place in microwave safe dish. |
P3 Melt Cheese | 8, 16 oz | From refrigerator state, place in microwave safe dish. |
To Use:
Food | Serving Size | Instructions |
Large potato | 1-4 pieces/1piece | Enter 1-4 pieces, 8-10 oz (227-283 g) each. Pierce each potato several times with a fork. Place on paper towel, on turntable center. Let stand 5 minutes after cooking. |
Small potato | 1-4 pieces/1piece | Enter 1-4 pieces, 4-7 oz (113-198 g) each. Pie each potato several times with a fork. Place on paper towel, on turntable center. Let stand 5 minutes after cooking. |
To Use:
Food | Serving Size | Instructions |
Regular plate | 10oz (289g) | Place food on microwave-safe plate, Cover the dish, leaving an air ventilation. Let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. |
Large plate | 15.5oz (440g) | Place food on microwave-safe plate, Cover the dish, leaving an air ventilation. Let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. |
The product provides an automatic defrost function for 2 kinds of food.
To Use Auto Defrost:
Food | Serving Size | Instructions |
Poultry | 0.2-6.6 lb / 0.1 lb | Chcken whole, pieces or fillets. After cooking, wait at least 5 minutes for better results. |
Meat | 0.2-6.6 lb / 0.1 lb | Minced meat, cutlets, steaks or roasts. After cooking, wait at least 5 minutes for better results. |
To Use Manual Defrost:
This automatic cleaning cycle will help you to to clean the microwave oven cavity and to remove unpleasant odors.
Before starting the cycle:
To Start The Cycle:
When The Cycle Is Finished:
Tips and suggestions:
For a better cleaning result, it is recommended to use a container with a diameter of 17-20 cm, and a height that is lower than 6.5 cm.
It is recommended to use a container of light plastic material that is suitable for the micro wave.
As the container will be hot after the cleaning cycle is completed, it is recommended to use a heat resistant glove when removing the container from the microwave.
For a better cleaning effect and removal of un pleasant odors, add some lemon juice or vine gar to the water.
This function allows you to keep your dishes warm.
Food | Weight Container | Temparature | Time (the maximum time is 60 minutes) | Container |
Tuna noodle casserole | 4 cups (880 g) | 165°F (73.8°C) | Time can be adjusted | Microwave safe dish |
Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the microwave oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products.
Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested unless otherwise noted.
To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths, or some recycled paper towels.
To avoid damage to stainless steel models, rub in direction of grain.
The area where the microwave oven door and frame touch when closed should be kept clean.
Average soil
Heavy soil
Odors
Microwave Inlet Cover
To avoid arcing and microwave oven damage, the microwave inlet cover (see the "Parts and Features" section) should be kept clean.
The area where the microwave oven door and frame touch when closed should be kept clean.
Stainless Steel (on some models)
To avoid damage to microwave oven door and exterior, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths, or some paper towels. Rub in direction of grain.
Replace turntable immediately after cleaning. Do not operate the microwave oven without the turntable in place.
First try the solutions suggested here. If you need further assistance or more recommendations that may help you avoid a service call, refer to the warranty or visit http://www.whirlpool.com/product_help. In Canada, visit http://www.whirlpool.ca.
Contact us by mail with any questions or concerns at the address below:
In the U.S.A.:
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
In Canada:
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Centre
200 – 6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
If you experience | Recommended Solutions |
Nothing will operate | Check the following:
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Microwave oven will not operate | Check the following:
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Microwave oven makes humming noise |
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Microwave oven door looks wavy |
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Turntable will not operate | Check the following:
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Turntable alternates rotation directions |
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Display shows messages |
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Display shows time countdown, but the microwave oven is not operating | Check the following:
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Cooking times seem too long | Check the following:
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Radio, TV, or cordless phone interference | Check the following:
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If you need replacement parts:
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you use only factory specified parts. These factory specified parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new Whirlpool appliance.
To locate factory specified parts in your area, call us or your nearest Whirlpool designated service center.
Call the Whirlpool Customer eXperience Center toll-free: 1-800-253-1301 or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com.
Our consultants provide assistance with:
For further assistance:
If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool with any questions or concerns at:
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
Call the Whirlpool Customer eXperience Center toll-free: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at www.whirlpool.ca.
Our consultants provide assistance with:
For further assistance:
If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool with any questions or concerns at:
Customer eXperience Centre
Whirlpool Canada
200 - 6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
Glass Turntable
Part Number W10551236
Turntable Support and Rollers
Part Number W11520647
Turntable Hub
Part Number W11520646
Cleaning Supplies
Affresh Kitchen Appliance Cleaner
Part Number W10355010
Affresh Stainless Steel Cleaner
Part Number W10355016
Affresh Stainless Steel Wipes
Part Number W10355049
Heavy Duty Degreaser
Part Number 31552A
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.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. | |
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. |
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For questions about features, operations/performance, parts, accessories, or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com.
In Canada, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at www.whirlpool.ca.
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
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