Viking VMOS501 - Microwave Oven Manual

Unpacking and Examining Your Microwave Oven

Remove all packing materials from inside the microwave oven cavity; however, DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER, which is located on the right cavity wall. Read enclosures and SAVE the Installation/Use and Care Manual.
Check the microwave oven for any damage, such as misaligned or bent door, damaged door seals and sealing surfaces, broken or loose door hinges and latches and dents inside the cavity or on the door. If there is any damage, do not operate the microwave oven and contact your dealer or AUTHORIZED SERVICER.

Choosing a Location

For Your Microwave Oven on the Counter You will use the microwave oven frequently so plan its location for ease of use. It's wise, if possible, to have counter space on at least one side of the microwave oven. Allow at least 2 inches on the sides, top and at the rear of the microwave oven for air circulation.

For Your Built-in Microwave Oven
Your microwave oven can be built into a cabinet or wall by itself or above any electric wall oven or warming drawer.

See built-in trim kit installation instructions for proper location when building in above the specified ovens. Carefully follow both the oven installation instructions and built-in trim kit instructions.
The opening in the wall or cabinet must be within the following dimensions:

1. HEIGHT: 16 / 4 " - 17"
2. WIDTH: 24 3 / 8 " - 24 11 / 16 "
3. DEPTH: minimum 20"

Outlet should NOT be in the shaded area as indicated.

1. If the dimension of DEPTH (C) is more than 21", the outlet location may be any area on the rear wall.
2. The floor of the opening should be constructed of plywood strong enough to support the weight of the microwave oven and floor load (about 100 pounds). The floor should be level for proper operation of the microwave oven. Be sure to check the local building code as it may require that the opening be enclosed with sides, ceiling and rear partition. The proper functioning of the microwave oven does not require the enclosure.

The built-in trim kit includes all the necessary parts and easy-to-follow instructions for installation as well as location of the power supply.
The ease of assembly for these kits will allow installation into an existing wall opening in less than an hour (if power outlet is already properly located).
All it takes are four steps and a Phillips screw driver.

Grounding Instructions

This appliance must be grounded. This microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.

Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60 Hz, AC only, 15 amp. or more protected electrical supply. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
The microwave oven is equipped with a 3-prong grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded. Should you only have a 2-prong outlet, have a qualified electrician install a correct wall receptacle.
A 3-prong adapter may be purchased and used temporarily if local codes allow. Follow package directions.
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

EXTENSION CORD
If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the microwave oven. The marked rating of the extension cord should be AC 115-120 volt, 15 amp. or more.
Be careful not to drape the cord over the countertop or table where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.

Note:

1. If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions, consult a qualified electrician or service person.
2. Neither Viking Range, LLC nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the microwave oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the correct electrical connection procedures.

RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE
Should there be any interference caused by the microwave oven to your radio or TV, check that the microwave oven is on a different electrical circuit, relocate the radio or TV as far away from the microwave oven as feasible or check position and signal of receiving antenna.

Information You Need To Know

ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
This Installation/Use and Care Manual is valuable: read it carefully and always save it for reference.
A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. Check it for microwave cooking principles, techniques, hints and recipes.
NEVER use the microwave oven without the turntable and support nor turn the turntable over so that a large dish could be placed in the microwave oven. The turntable will turn both clockwise and counterclockwise. ALWAYS have food in the microwave oven when it is on to absorb the microwave energy.
When using the microwave oven at power levels below 100%, you may hear the magnetron cycling on and off. It is normal for the exterior of the microwave oven to be warm to the touch when cooking or reheating.
Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking. Room humidity and the moisture in food will influence the amount of moisture that condenses in the microwave oven. Generally, covered foods will not cause as much condensation as uncovered ones. Vents on the microwave oven back must not be blocked.
The microwave oven is for food preparation only. It should not be used to dry clothes or newspapers.
Your microwave oven is rated 1100 watts by using the IEC Test Procedure. In using recipes or package directions, check food a minute or two before the minimum time and add time accordingly.

ABOUT CHILDREN AND THE MICROWAVE
Children below the age of 7 should use the microwave oven with a supervising person very near to them. Between the ages of 7 and 12, the supervising person should be in the same room.
The child must be able to reach the microwave oven comfortably; if not, he/she should stand on a sturdy stool.
At no time should anyone be allowed to lean or swing on the microwave oven door.
Children should be taught all safety precautions: use potholders, remove coverings carefully, pay special attention to packages that crisp food because they may be extra hot.
Don't assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he/she can cook everything. Children need to learn that the microwave oven is not a toy. See Child Lock feature.

ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS
It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many pieces already in your kitchen can be used successfully in your new microwave oven. Make sure the utensil does not touch the interior walls during cooking.

USE THESE UTENSILS FOR SAFE MICROWAVE COOKING AND REHEATING:

• glass ceramic (Pyroceram^®), such as Corningware^®.
• heat-resistant glass (Pyrex^®)
• microwave-safe plastics
• paper plates
• microwave-safe pottery, stoneware and porcelain
• browning dish (Do not exceed recommended preheating time. Follow manufacturer's directions.)

THESE ITEMS CAN BE USED FOR SHORT TIME REHEATING OF FOODS THAT HAVE LITTLE FAT OR SUGAR IN THEM:

• wood, straw, wicker

DO NOT USE

Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving, place the empty dish in the microwave oven and microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. A dish which becomes very hot should not be used.

THE FOLLOWING COVERINGS ARE IDEAL:

• Paper towels are good for covering foods for reheating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon.
• Wax paper can be used for cooking and reheating.
• Plastic wrap that is specially marked for microwave use can be used for cooking and reheating. DO NOT allow plastic wrap to touch food. Vent so steam can escape.
• Lids that are microwave-safe are a good choice because heat is kept near the food to hasten cooking.
• Microwave oven cooking bags are good for large meats or foods that need tenderizing. DO NOT use metal twist ties. Remember to slit bag so steam can escape.

HOW TO USE ALUMINUM FOIL IN YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN:

• Small flat pieces of aluminum foil placed smoothly on the food can be used to shield areas that are either defrosting or cooking too quickly.
• Foil should not come closer than one inch to any surface of the microwave oven.

Should you have questions about utensils or coverings, check a good microwave cookbook or follow recipe suggestions.

ACCESSORIES
There are many microwave accessories available for purchase. Evaluate carefully before you purchase so that they meet your needs. A microwavesafe thermometer will assist you in determining correct doneness and assure you that foods have been cooked to safe temperatures. Viking Range, LLC is not responsible for any damage to the microwave oven when accessories are used.

ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING

• Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards outside of dish.
• Watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed. Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite.
• Cover foods while cooking. Check recipe or cookbook for suggestions: paper towels, wax paper, microwave plastic wrap or a lid. Covers prevent spattering and help foods to cook evenly.
• Shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil any thin areas of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking before dense, thick areas are cooked thoroughly.
• Stir foods from outside to center of dish once or twice during cooking, if possible.
• Turn foods over once during microwaving to speed cooking of such foods as chicken and hamburgers. Large items like roasts must be turned over at least once.
• Rearrange foods such as meatballs halfway through cooking both from top to bottom and from the center of the dish to the outside.
• Add standing time. Remove food from microwave oven and stir, if possible. Cover for standing time which allows the food to finish cooking without overcooking.
• Check for doneness. Look for signs indicating that cooking temperatures have been reached. Doneness signs include:
  • Food steams throughout, not just at edge.
  • Center bottom of dish is very hot to the touch.
  • Poultry thigh joints move easily.
  • Meat and poultry show no pinkness.
  • Fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

ABOUT SAFETY

• Check foods to see that they are cooked to the United States Department of Agriculture's recommended temperatures.

To test for doneness, insert a meat thermometer in a thick or dense area away from fat or bone. NEVER leave the thermometer in the food during cooking, unless it is approved for microwave oven use.

• ALWAYS use potholders to prevent burns when handling utensils that are in contact with hot food. Enough heat from the food can transfer through utensils to cause skin burns.
• Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from the face and hands. Slowly lift the farthest edge of a dish's covering and carefully open popcorn and microwave oven cooking bags away from the face.
• Stay near the microwave oven while it's in use and check cooking progress frequently so that there is no chance of overcooking food.
• NEVER use the cavity for storing cookbooks or other items.
• Select, store and handle food carefully to preserve its high quality and minimize the spread of foodborne bacteria.
• Keep waveguide cover clean. Food residue can cause arcing and/or fires.
• Use care when removing items from the microwave oven so that the utensil, your clothes or accessories do not touch the safety door latches.
• Keep aluminum foil used for shielding at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from walls, ceiling and door of microwave oven.

ABOUT FOOD

Part Names

MICROWAVE OVEN PARTS

1. One touch door open button
   Push to open door.
2. Microwave oven door with see-through window
3. Safety door latches
   The microwave oven will not operate unless the door is securely closed.
4. Door hinges
5. Door seals and sealing surfaces
6. Turntable motor shaft
7. Removable turntable support
   Carefully place the turntable support in the center of the microwave oven floor.
8. Removable turntable
   Place the turntable on the turntable support securely.
   The turntable will rotate clockwise or counterclockwise. Only remove for cleaning.
9. Ventilation openings (Rear)
10. Microwave oven light
    It will light when microwave oven is operating or door is open.
11. Waveguide cover: DO NOT REMOVE.
12. Auto-Touch control panel
13. Interactive display: 99 minutes, 99 seconds
14. COOKING menu label
15. Rating label

CONTROL PANEL

Number next to the control panel illustration indicates pages on which there are feature descriptions and usage information.

Before Operating

• Before operating your new microwave oven make sure you read and understand this Installation/Use and Care Manual completely.
• Before the microwave oven can be used, follow these procedures:
  1. Plug in the microwave oven. Close the door. The microwave oven display will show

2. Touch the Stop/Clear pad. : will appear.
3. Set clock.

LANGUAGE/ WEIGHT SELECTION
The microwave oven comes set for English and U.S. Customary Unit-pounds. To change, touch Help and the number 4 pad. Continue to touch the number 4 pad until your choice is selected. Then touch Start/Touch On.

STOP/CLEAR
Touch the Stop/Clear pad to:

1. Erase if you make a mistake during programming.
2. Cancel timer.
3. Stop the microwave oven temporarily during cooking.
4. Return the time of day to the display.
5. Cancel a program during cooking, touch twice.

Manual Operation

TIME COOKING
Your microwave oven can be programmed for 99 minutes and 99 seconds (99.99). Always enter the seconds after the minutes, even if they are both zeros.

• Suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at 100%.

  PROCEDURE	DISPLAY
  Enter cooking time.
  Touch Start/Touch On pad.

TO SET POWER LEVEL
There are eleven preset power levels.
Using lower power levels increases the cooking time which is recommended for foods such as cheese, milk and long slow cooking of meats. Consult cookbook or recipes for specific recommendations.

• Suppose you want to defrost for 5 minutes at 30%.

  PROCEDURE	DISPLAY
  Enter defrost time.
  Touch Power Level pad eight times or hold down until the desired power appears.
  Touch Start/Touch On pad.
  When the defrost time is complete, a long tone will sound and will appear in the display.

MANUAL DEFROST
If the food that you wish to defrost is not listed on the Super Defrost and Auto Charts or is above or below the limits in the "Amount" column on the Super Defrost and Auto Defrost Charts (pages 24 and 25), you need to defrost manually.
You can defrost any frozen food, either raw or previously cooked, by using Power Level 3. Follow the exact 4-step procedure found under To Set Power Level. Estimate defrosting time and press Power Level eight times for 30% power.
For either raw or previously cooked frozen food the rule of thumb is approximately 4 minutes per pound. For example, defrost 4 minutes for 1 pound of frozen spaghetti sauce.
Always stop the microwave oven periodically to remove or separate the portions that are defrosted. If food is not defrosted at the end of the estimated defrosting time, program the microwave oven in 1 minute increments at 30% until totally defrosted.
When using plastic containers from the freezer, defrost only long enough to remove from the plastic in order to place in a microwave-safe dish.

Sensor Options

The Sensor is a semi-conductor device that detects the vapor (moisture and humidity) emitted from the food as it heats. The sensor adjusts the cooking times and power level for various foods and quantities.

USING SENSOR SETTINGS:

1. After microwave oven is plugged in, wait 2 minutes before using SENSOR OPTIONS.
2. Be sure the exterior of the cooking container and the interior of the microwave oven are dry. Wipe off any moisture with a dry cloth or paper towel.
3. The microwave oven works with foods at normal storage temperature. For example, popcorn would be at room temperature.
4. Any SENSOR OPTIONS selection can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment.
5. More or less food than the quantity listed in the chart should be cooked following the guidelines in any microwave cookbook.
6. During the first part of SENSOR OPTIONS, the food name will appear on the display. Do not open the microwave oven door or touch Stop/Clear during this part of the cooking cycle. The measurement of vapor will be interrupted. If this occurs, an error message will appear. To continue cooking, touch the Stop/Clear pad and cook manually.
   When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from the food, remainder of cooking time will appear. The door may be opened when remaining cooking time appears on the display. At this time, you may stir or season food, as desired.
7. If the sensor does not detect vapor properly when popping popcorn, the microwave oven will turn off, and the correct time of day will be displayed. If the sensor does not detect vapor properly when cooking other foods, ERROR will be displayed, and the microwave oven will turn off.
8. Check food for temperature after cooking. If additional time is needed, continue to cook manually.
9. Each food has a cooking hint. Touch Help pad when the HELP indicator is lighted in the display.

COVERING FOODS:
Some foods work best when covered. Use the cover recommended in the SENSOR OPTIONS chart for these foods.

1. Casserole lid.
2. Plastic wrap: Use plastic wrap recommended for microwave cooking. Cover dish loosely; allow approximately ½ inch to remain uncovered to allow steam to escape. Plastic wrap should not touch food.
3. Wax paper: Cover dish completely; fold excess wrap under dish to secure. If dish is wider than paper, overlap two pieces at least one inch to cover. Be careful when removing any covering to allow steam to escape away from you.

Example:
You can cook many foods by simply selecting the food and touching Start/Touch On. You don't need to calculate cooking time or power level.

• Suppose you want to reheat canned chili.

1. Touch Reheat pad.
2. Touch Start/Touch On pad.

When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from the food, the remainder of cooking time will appear.

Note:
The Fresh Vegetables and Poultry settings have 2 choices. Follow directions in the Interactive Display to choose desired option.

SENSOR OPTIONS CHART

FROZEN FOODS CHART

Cooking

Your microwave oven has 6 convenience pads to assist with meal preparation. There are some foods in the Breakfast, Lunch, 15 Minute Dinners and Preset Recipes that use the sensor. See the sensor cooking information. For foods not using the sensor, follow the directions in the Interactive Display to enter quantity.

BREAKFAST AND LUNCH
Breakfast and Lunch are for cooking and heating popular foods that take a short amount of time.

• Suppose you want to use Breakfast to cook 2 servings of hot cereal.

PROCEDURE	DISPLAY
Touch Breakfast pad.
Select desired Breakfast setting by touching desired number pad. (Ex: Touch number 3 pad to select hot cereal.)
Enter quantity. (Ex: Touch number 2 pad for servings.) Touch Start/Touch On pad.
After cooking, follow the directions in the display.

Note:

1. Heat rolls/muffins setting has 2 choices. Follow directions in the Interactive Display to choose desired option.
2. Breakfast can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment. Touch the Power Level pad once or twice before touching Start/Touch On pad.
3. Each food has a cooking hint. Touch Help pad when the HELP indicator is lighted in the display.
4. Should you attempt to enter more or less than the allowed amount, an error message will appear in the display.
   More or less than the quantity listed in the chart should be cooked following the guidelines in any microwave book.
5. The final cooking result will vary according to the food condition (e.g. initial temperature, shape, quality, covering). Check food for temperature after cooking. If additional time is needed, continue to cook manually.

BREAKFAST CHART

*It is not necessary to enter amount.

LUNCH CHART

*It is not necessary to enter amount.

15 MINUTE DINNERS AND PRESET RECIPES
15 Minute Dinners and Preset Recipes each offer five simple-to-prepare but great tasting meals. Follow the specific directions on the Recipe Card and in the Interactive Display.

• Suppose you want to use 15 Minute Dinners to cook Saucy Chicken.

PROCEDURE	DISPLAY
Touch 15 Minute Dinners pad.
Select desired 15 Minute Dinners setting by touching desired number pad. (Ex: Touch number 1 pad to select Saucy Chicken.) Follow the Recipe Card for ingredients and instructions. Touch Start/Touch On pad.
When the microwave oven stops, the display will show the instruction number on the Recipe Card. Follow the instructions on the Recipe Card. Touch Start/Touch On pad.
At end, the display will show the instruction number on the Recipe Card. Follow the instructions on the Recipe Card.

15 MINUTE DINNERS (RECIPES SERVE 6)

1. SAUCY CHICKEN
   1. Place in a 3-quart casserole:
      1 tablespoon oil
      ½ pound mushrooms, sliced
      1 onion, chopped
      1 tablespoon minced garlic
      Stir well and cover. Touch 15 Minute Dinners, number 1 to select SAUCY CHICKEN and then touch Start/ Touch On.
   2. Blend together:
      8 ounces reduced fat cream cheese, softened
      ¼ cup milk
      Stir into the cream cheese mixture:
      1 10-ounce package of frozen peas
      2 cups cooked, thinly sliced chicken breast
      Salt and pepper to taste
      At pause, drain liquid from mushrooms etc. Add cream cheese/peas/chicken mixture and stir together. Recover. Touch Start/Touch On.
   3. At end, stir in 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
      Serve on top of baked potatoes or cooked pasta.
2. HAWAIIAN PORK
   1. Place in 3-quart casserole:
      1 tablespoon oil
      1 pound boneless pork loin, cut into 1-inch strips, seasoned with salt and pepper
      Stir well and cover. Touch 15 Minute Dinners, number 2 to select HAWAIIAN PORK and then touch Start/ Touch On.
   2. Combine well in a large bowl:
      1 cup peach or apricot preserves
      ¼ cup barbecue sauce
      2 tablespoons soy sauce
      2 tablespoons cornstarch
      1 cup coarsely chopped onions
      At pause, add preserves/barbecue sauce mixture and stir together well.
      Re-cover. Touch Start/Touch On.
   3. At pause, add:
      1 8-ounce can sliced water chestnuts, drained
      1 green pepper, seeded and cut into 2-inch thin strips
      1 red pepper, seeded and cut into 2-inch thin strips
      1 20-ounce can pineapple chunks, drained Stir to combine. Re-cover. Touch Start/Touch On. 4 At end, stir again.
      Serve on cooked rice.

PRESET RECIPES (RECIPES SERVE 6)

1. BEEF WRAPS
   1. Place in a 2-quart casserole:
      1 pound ground beef
      Break apart and cover. Touch Preset Recipes, number 1 to select BEEF WRAPS and then touch Start/Touch On.
   2. At pause, drain fat and break ground beef into small pieces. Add to casserole:
      1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained 1½ cups salsa
      1-3 teaspoons chili powder
      Stir together well. Re-cover. Touch Start/Touch On.
   3. At end, stir well and place in 8 warmed corn tortillas. Top with 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese.
2. MEXICAN CHICKEN
   1. Place in layers in a 3-quart casserole:
      2 cups instant rice
      1 cup prepared fajita sauce mixed with ¹/2 cup chicken broth or bouillon 2 10-ounce packages frozen seasoning mix
      (onion, peppers, parsley and celery)
      1 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch thin strips Cover. Touch Preset Recipes, number 2 to select MEXICAN CHICKEN and then touch Start/Touch On.
   2. At pause, stir together being sure that chicken strips are separated and mixed into the rice/sauce. Re-cover.
      Press Start/Touch On.
   3. At end, stir.
      Serve with buttered green beans and toasted tortillas.
3. ITALIAN SALAD
   1. To cook pasta: Place in 3-quart casserole:
      6 cups very hot tap water
      Cover. Touch Preset Recipes, number 3 to select ITALIAN SALAD and then touch Start/Touch On.
   2. At pause, add:
      8 ounces tricolored rotini or fusilli pasta
      1 teaspoon salad oil Do not cover. Touch Start/Touch On.
   3. At end, drain pasta and set aside.
      To cook chicken: Place in 9" pie plate:
      1 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch thin strips
      Cover. Press Start/Touch On.
   4. At pause, rearrange moving less done pieces to the outside of the pie plate. Re-cover. Press Start/Touch On. 5 Drain and set aside. To make salad: Place in large salad bowl:
      Cooked rotini or fusilli
      Cooked chicken breast
      2 tomatoes, cut into eighths
      ½ cup sliced black olives
      1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
      ¼ cup red onion, chopped
      ¾-1 cup oil-vinegar type dressing with pesto Toss together to coat all pieces.
      Serve immediately or chill to serve later.
      Ideal when served with warm crusty rolls.

DEFROST
Defrost automatically defrosts all the foods found in the Super Defrost and Auto Defrost Charts.

Super Defrost
Super Defrost rapidly defrosts specific foods and weights found in the Super Defrost Chart (number 1-3). For these choices, it is not necessary to enter weight.

• Suppose you want to defrost 1.0 pound boneless poultry.

PROCEDURE	DISPLAY
Touch Defrost pad.
Touch the number pad 2 to select boneless poultry. Touch Start/Touch On pad.
The microwave oven will stop so the food can be checked. The display will show: Touch Start/Touch On pad.
After defrost cycle ends, follow the directions.

Note:

1. To defrost other foods above or below the weights allowed on the Super Defrost and Auto Defrost Charts, use time and 30% power. See Manual Defrost.
2. Any setting in the Defrost can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment. Touch the Power Level pad once or twice before touching Start/Touch On pad.
3. Touch Help pad when the HELP indicator is lighted in the display for a helpful hint.
4. If you attempt to enter more or less than the amount as indicated in the chart, an error message will appear in the display.

*It is not necessary to enter amount.

Note for Super Defrost:
Super Defrost provides just enough defrosting that the foods can be used in recipes or for cooking. There will be some ice crystals remaining.

AUTO DEFROST

• Suppose you want to defrost a 2.0 pound steak, using Auto Defrost.

PROCEDURE	DISPLAY
Touch Defrost pad.
Select desired Defrost setting by touching the desired number pad. (Ex: Touch the number pad 5 to select steak.) Enter weight. (Ex: Touch number pads 2 and 0 for 2.0 lb.) Touch Start/Touch On pad.

The microwave oven will stop so the food can be checked. The display will show:
After the 1st stage, open the door. Turn steak over and shield any warm portions. Close the door. Touch Start/Touch On.
After the 2nd stage, open the door. Shield any warm portions. Close the door. Touch Start/Touch On.
After defrost cycle ends, follow the directions.

AUTO DEFROST CHART

Note for Auto Defrost:
Check foods when microwave oven signals. After final stage, small sections may still be icy. Let stand to continue thawing. Do not defrost until all ice crystals are thawed. Shielding prevents cooking from occurring before the center of the food is defrosted. Use small smooth strips of aluminum foil to cover edges and thinner sections of the food.

• Suppose you want to reheat 2 cups of coffee.

PROCEDURE	DISPLAY
Touch Beverages pad.
Select desired Beverages setting by touching desired number pad. (Ex: Touch number 2 pad to reheat coffee.) Enter quantity by touching same number pad 2 repeatedly. (Ex: Touch number 2 pad 4 times.)
Touch Start/Touch On pad.

Note:

1. Beverages can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment. Touch the Power Level pad once or twice after selecting the amount.
2. Touch Help pad when the HELP indicator is lighted in the display, for a helpful hint.
3. More or less than the quantity listed in the chart should be made following the guidelines in any microwave book.

BEVERAGES CHART

Other Convenient Features

WARM/HOLD
Warm/Hold allows you to keep food warm up to 30 minutes.
To use, simply touch the Warm/Hold pad and enter the appropriate time (up to 30 minutes). You can also program Warm/Hold with manual cooking to keep food warm continuously after cooking.

DIRECT USE

• Suppose you want to keep a cup of soup warm for 15 minutes.

1. Touch Warm/Hold pad.
2. Touch Start/Touch On pad.

The microwave oven will start automatically. The display will show 15.00 and count down. KEEP WARM will appear in the display every 10 seconds.

WITH MANUAL COOKING

• Suppose you want to cook a cup of soup for 2 minutes at 70% and keep the soup warm for 15 minutes.

1. Enter cooking time.
2. Touch Power Level pad 4 times for 70% power.
3. Touch Warm/Hold pad. Enter desired time.
4. Touch Start/Touch On pad.

The operation will start. When the cooking time is complete, a long tone will sound and Warm/Hold will start. KEEP WARM will appear in the display every 10 seconds.

Note:
Warm/Hold cannot be programmed with SENSOR OPTIONS or COOKING features.

MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING
Your microwave oven can be programmed for up to 4 automatic cooking sequences, switching from one power level setting to another automatically.
Sometimes cooking directions tell you to start on one power level and then change to a different power level. Your microwave oven can do this automatically.

• Suppose you want to cook roast beef for 5 minutes at 100% and then continue to cook for 30 minutes at 50%.

1. First enter cooking time. Then touch Power Level pad for 100% power.
2. Then enter second cooking time. Touch Power Level pad 6 times for 50% power.
3. Touch Start/Touch On pad.

Note:

1. If 100% is selected as the final sequence, it is not necessary to touch the Power Level pad.
2. If you wish to know power level, simply touch the Power Level pad. As long as your finger is touching the Power Level pad, the power level will be displayed.
3. Warm/Hold can be programmed continuously even if 4 cooking sequences have been set.

MORE OR LESS TIME ADJUSTMENT
Should you discover that you like any of the SENSOR OPTIONS or COOKING (except for 15 Minute Dinners and Preset Recipes) settings slightly more done, touch the Power Level pad once before touching the Start/ Touch On pad.
The display will show MORE.
Should you discover that you like any of the SENSOR OPTIONS or COOKING (except for 15 Minute Dinners and Preset Recipes) settings slightly less done, touch the Power Level pad twice before touching the Start/ Touch On pad.
The display will show LESS.

HELP (CONTROL PAD)
Help provides 5 features which make using your microwave oven easy because specific instructions are provided in the interactive display.

1. CHILD LOCK
   The Child Lock prevents unwanted microwave oven operation such as by small children. The microwave oven can be set so that the control panel is deactivated or locked. To set, touch Help, the number 1 and Start/Touch On pads. Should a pad be touched, CHILD LOCK will appear in the display.
   To cancel, touch Help and Stop/Clear pads.
2. AUDIBLE SIGNAL ELIMINATION
   If you wish to have the microwave oven operate with no audible signals, touch Help, the number 2 and Stop/Clear pads.
   To cancel and restore the audible signal, touch Help, the number 2 and Start/Touch On pads.
3. AUTO START
   If you wish to program your microwave oven to begin cooking automatically at a designated time of day, follow this procedure:

• Suppose you want to start cooking a stew for 20 minutes on 50% at 4:30. Before setting, check to make sure the clock is showing the correct time of day.

1. Touch Help pad.
2. Touch number 3.
3. To enter the start time at 4:30, touch numbers 4, 3 and 0.
4. Touch Timer/Clock pad.
5. To enter cooking program, touch numbers 2, 0, 0, and 0 for cooking time and then touch Power Level pad 6 times.
6. Touch Start/Touch On pad.

Note:

1. Auto Start can be used for manual cooking if clock is set.
2. If the microwave oven door is opened after programming Auto Start, it is necessary to touch the Start/Touch On pad for Auto Start time to appear in the readout so that the microwave oven will automatically begin programmed cooking at the chosen Auto Start time.
3. Be sure to choose foods that can be left in the microwave oven safely until the Auto Start time. Acorn or butternut squash are often a good choice.
4. If you wish to know the time of day, simply touch the Clock pad. As long as your finger is touching the Clock pad, the time of day will be displayed.

5. CLOCK ON/OFF
   If you wish to turn the clock display off, touch Help, the number 5 and Stop/Clear pads.
   To cancel and restore the clock, touch Help, the number 5 and Start/Touch On pads.

TOUCH ON
Touch On allows you to cook at 100% power by touching the Start/Touch On pad continuously. Touch On is ideal for melting cheese, bringing milk to just below boiling etc. The maximum cooking time is 3 minutes.

• Suppose you want to melt cheese on a piece of toast.

1. Continuously touch Start/Touch On pad. The cooking time will begin counting up.
2. When the cheese is melted to desired degree, remove finger from Start/Touch On pad. Microwave oven stops immediately.

Note:

1. Note time it takes for frequently used foods and program that time in the future.
2. Touch Start/Touch On pad within 3 minutes after cooking, opening and closing the door or touching the Stop/Clear pad.
3. Touch On can only be used 3 times in a row. If more times are needed, open and close door or touch Stop/ Clear pad.

TIMER

• Suppose you want to time a 3-minute long distance phone call.

PROCEDURE	DISPLAY
Touch Timer/Clock pad.
Touch the number 1 pad.
Enter time. Touch Timer/ Clock pad. The Timer will count down.
After the Timer cycle ends, the display will indicate the following message.

Note:
To cancel the Timer during programming, touch the Stop/ Clear pad.

HELP (DISPLAY INDICATOR)
Each setting of SENSOR OPTIONS provides a cooking hint. If you wish to check, touch HELP pad whenever HELP is lighted in the Interactive Display for these hints.

Service Information

If service is required:

1. Call your authorized service agency.
2. Have the following information readily available:
   1. Model number
   2. Serial number
   3. Date purchased
   4. Name of dealer from whom purchased
3. Clearly describe the problem that you are having.

If you are unable to obtain the name of an authorized service agency, or if you continue to have service problem, contact Viking Range, LLC at (888) 845-4641 or write to:
VIKING RANGE, LLC
PREFERRED SERVICE
111 Front Street
Greenwood, Mississippi (MS) 38930 USA
Record the information indicated below. You will need it if service is ever required. The model and serial number for your oven are located on the left side of the oven cavity on an identification label.
Model Number
Serial Number
Date of Purchase
Date Installed
Dealer's Name
Address
If service requires installation of parts, use only authorized parts to ensure protection under the warranty.
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE