Sensor Cooking - Kenmore 970-8616 Use & Care Manual

The microwave oven sensor automatically adjusts the cooking time to the type and amount of cooking
desired. For example, if a frozen entree is selected, SC-8 is displayed. Press Start/+30sec to start
the sensor reheat function, and SC-8 flashes. You do not need to set the time. The sensor beeps 5
times when finished. Once complete, the oven returns to wait mode.
Notes on sensor cooking:
1. The temperature of the room must not be higher than 35° C (95° F).
2. The weight of the food must be more than 110g (4 oz.).
3. The cavity, glass tray and utensils must be dry before putting the food in.
4. The food to be reheated may be covered with a lid, but the lid must have a vent hole so that
steam can escape. Sealed utensils cannot be used.
5. The door must be kept closed while the time expires, or if the buzzer has not sounded twice.
6. When the buzzer sounds twice, the time will count down, displaying the remaining time. You can
open the door to mix the food, turn it over, or replace it. Then proceed to the next function.
7. Allow the food to rest for awhile after cooking is finished.
8. During the sensor cooking process, if the time has not counted down, do not open the oven door
or press Stop/Cancel. Otherwise, the sensor will be interrupted and the desired outcome may not
be achieved.
Using the potato menu:
1. Place the food in the oven cavity. The maximum number of potatoes is 4, and each can weigh up
to 8 ounces.
2. Press the Potato key once. SC-7 displays.
3. Press the Start/+30sec key. The buzzer will sound once when sensor cooking starts.
4. The buzzer sounds twice when the sensor detects the steam. The time counts down and displays
the remaining cooking time. When cooking is finished, you hear 5 beeps and the oven returns to
wait mode.
S
ensor Reheat
Press Sensor Reheat to begin program. The LED displays SC-1. Press Start/+30sec. The microwave
beeps 5 times when finished.
Avoid using these foods in reheating:
§ Bread and other dry food, such as biscuits or cakes.
§ Raw or uncooked foods
§ Beverage and frozen food
§ The oven cannot perform automatic cooking when the temperature of the oven cavity is high.
§ The food to be reheated may be covered with a lid, but the lid must be vented for steam to
escape. Sealed utensils must not be used.
§ The initial temperature is 41° F. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. The food should be on a
dinner plate.
§ During the sensor cooking process, do not open the oven door or press Stop/Cancel. It causes
the sensor to make mistakes.
§ The sensor reheat function has different requirements for different foods.
Casseroles: Add 2-3 tablespoons of liquid, cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Stir when time
appears in display window.
Canned foods: Empty contents into caserole dish or serving bowl, cover with lid or vented plastic
wrap. Let stand after reheating.
Plate of food: Arrange food on plate. Top with butter, gravy, etc. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Let stand after reheating.

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