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MFL38400401 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 www.sears.com

Table of
Contents
Warranty ........................................................... 2
Sears Service .................................................... 3
Microwave Oven Safety .................................. 4
Getting to Know Your
Microwave Oven .............................................. 7
How your microwave oven works ................... 7
Radio interference .......................................... 7
For the best cooking results ........................... 7
Cookware guide ............................................. 8
Operating safety precautions .......................... 8
Electrical connection ...................................... 8
Specifications .................................................. 9
Microwave oven features ............................... 9
Control panel features ................................... 10
Using Your Microwave Oven ....................... 12
Audible Signals ............................................. 12
Interrupting Cooking ...................................... 12
Clock ............................................................. 12
Child Lock ..................................................... 12
Turntable On/Off ............................................ 13
Cooktop Light ................................................ 13
Time Defrost ................................................. 13
Exhaust Fan .................................................. 13
Timed Cooking .............................................. 14
Multi-stage Cooking ...................................... 14
Microwave Power Levels .............................. 15
Auto Defrost .................................................. 16
Operating Tips .............................................. 16
Auto defrost table .......................................... 17
Auto defrost table (Cont.) .............................. 18
Defrosting tips .............................................. 19
Using Quick Touch ........................................ 20
Auto Cook ..................................................... 21
Cooking guide for Auto Cook ........................ 21
Auto Reheat .................................................. 22
Cooking guide for Auto Reheat ..................... 22
Caring for Your Microwave Oven ................. 23
Caring for the filters ....................................... 24
Replacing the cooktop and oven lights ......... 25
Microwave Cooking Tips ......................... 26~27
Questions and Answers ................................ 28
Troubleshooting ....................................... 29-30
Service ............................................. Back cover
MicrowaveHood
Combination
Warranty
One Year Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to
all instructions supplied with the product, if this
appliance fails due to a defect in material or
workmanship within one year from the date of purchase,
calI1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair.
This warranty covers only defects in material and
workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use,
including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs,
and bags.
2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct
product installation, operation or maintenance.
3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not
installed, operated or maintained according to all
instructions supplied with the product.
5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from
accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its
intended purpose.
6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the
use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other
than those recommended in all instructions supplied
with the product.
7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting
from unauthorized modifications made to this product.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of
remedies
Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this
limited warranty shall be product repair as provided
herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are
limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by
law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or
consequential damages.Some states and provinces do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages,or limitations on the duration of
implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so
these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this appliance is used
in the United States and Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to
state,
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman
Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB
2B8

Sears Service
Master Protection Agreement
Congratulations on making a smart purchase.
Your new Kenmore ®product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation.
But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product. Here's what the
Agreement* includes:
Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating properly under normal use, not just
defects. Our coverage goes well beyond the product warranty. No deductibles, no functional
failure excluded from coverage - real protection.
1_ Expert service by a force of more than 10,000 authorized 8ears service technicians, which
means someone you can trust will be working on your product.
I_i Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as often as you want us, whenever you want us.
F-ti "No-lemon" guarantee - replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures
occur within twelve months.
Product replacement if your covered product can't be fixed.
Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request - no extra charge.
Fast help by phone - we call it Rapid Resolution - phone support from a Sears representativeon all
products. Think of us as a "talking owner's manual."
Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations.
r71 $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of
any covered refrigerator or freezer.
F1 Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised.
10% discount off the regular price of any non- covered repair service and related installed parts.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service.
You can call anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment online
The MasterProtectionAgreementis a riskfree purchase.Ifyou can-celfor any reasonduring the product warranty
period,we will providea full refund.Or, a proratedrefund anytimeafter the productwarrantyperiodexpires.
Purchaseyour MasterProtectionAgreementtoday!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information in the U.S.A. call
1-800-827-6655.
* Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For
full details call Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and
other major home items, in the U.S.A. or Canade call
1-800-4-MY-HOME ®.

Microwave Oven Safety
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your microwave oven.
Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word
"DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously injured
if you don't follow instructions immediately.
You can be killed or seriously injured
if you don't follow instructions.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell
you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the
following:
a, WARNING: Toreducethe
risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to
persons, or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:
• Read all instructions before using the
microwave oven.
• Read and follow the specific
"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY" found on page 6.
• The microwave oven must be grounded.
Connect only to properly grounded outlet.
See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found
on page 4,5 and 6.
• Install or locate the microwave oven only
in accordance with the provided installation
instructions.
• Some products such as whole eggs in the
shell and sealed containers - for example,
closed glass jars - are able to explode and
should not be heated in the microwave
oven.
• Use the microwave oven only for its
intended use as described in this manual.
Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors
in the microwave oven. This type of oven is
specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry
food. It is not designed for industrial
or laboratory use.
• As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
• Do not operate the microwave oven if it has
a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged or
dropped.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• The microwaveoven shouldbe servicedonly by
qualifiedservicetechnician.Call an authorized
sewice companyfor examination,repair,or
adjustment.
• See doorsurfacecleaninginstructionsinthe "Caring
for Your MicrowaveOven" section.
• To reducethe riskof fire in the ovencavity:
- Do not overcookfood. Carefullyattendthe
microwaveovenwhen paper, plastic,or other
combustiblematerialsare placed insidethe ovento
facilitatecooking.
- Removewire twist-tiesfrom paperor plasticbags
beforeplacingbags inoven.
- If materialsinsidethe oven ignite,keep oven door
closed, turn ovenoff, and disconnectthe power
cord, orshut offpower at the fuseor circuitbreaker
panel.
- Do not use the cavityforstoragepurposes.Do not
leavepaper products,cookingutensils,orfood in
the cavitywhen not in use.
• Suitablefor use above bothgas and electriccooking
equipment.
• Intendedto be usedabove rangeswith maximum
widthof 36 inches(91cm).
• CleanVentilatingHoods Frequently-Greaseshould
not be allowedto accumulateon hood or filter.
• When flamingfoods underthe hood,turnthe fan on.
• Usecarewhen cleaningthe vent-hoodfilter.
Corrosivecleaningagents,such as lye-basedoven
cleaners,may damagethe filter.
• Oversizedfoods or oversizedmetal utensilsshould
not be insertedin the microwaveoven as theymay
createa fire or risk of electricshock.
• Donot clean withmetal scouringpads.Piecescan
burn offthe pad andtouch electricalpartsinvolvinga
riskof electricshock.
• Do notstore anything directlyon top of the
microwaveoven whenthe microwaveovenis in
operation.
• Do notcover or block any openingson the
microwaveoven.
• Do notstore this microwaveovenoutdoors.Do not
use the microwaveoven nearwater- for example,
neara kitchensink, in awet basement,neara
swimmingpool, or similarlocation.
• Do notimmersecord or plugin water.
• Keep cord away from heatedsurfaces.
• Do notlet cord hang over edgeof tableor counter.
• Do notmount over a sink.
• Do notcover racksor any otherpart of the oven with
metalfoil.This will causeoverheatingof the oven.
• Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea are able to
be overheated beyond the boiling point without
appearing to be boiling due to surface tension of
the liquid. Visible bubbling or boiling when the
container is removed from the microwave oven is
not always present. This could result in very hot
liquids suddenly boiling over when a spoon or
other utensil is inserted into the liquid. To reduce
the risk of injury to persons;
1) Do not overheat the liquid.
2) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through
heating it.
3) Do not use straight-sided containers with
narrow necks.
4) After heating, allow the container to stand in the
microwave oven for a short time before
removing the container.
5) Use extreme care when inserting utensils
into the container.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the
door open since open-door operation can
result in harmful exposure to microwave
energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper
with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven
front face and the door, or allow soil or
cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing
surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It
is particularly important that the oven door
close properly and that there is no damage
to the:
(1) Door (bent).
(2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened).
(3) Door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired
by anyone except properly qualified service
technician.
Electrical
requirements
Observe all governing codes and
ordinances. A 120-Volt, 60-Hz, AC-only,
15- or 20-amp fused electrical supply is
required. (A time-delay fuse is recommended.)
It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided.
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.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
• For all cord connected appliances:
The microwave oven must be grounded.
In the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock
by providing an escape wire for the electric
current. The microwave oven is equipped
with a cord having a grounding wire with a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an outlet that is properly installed and
grounded.
Ensure proper ground
exists before use
kWARNING: Improper
grounding can result in a risk of electric shock.
Consult a qualified electrician or service
technician if you do not understand the
grounding instructions or if you wonder
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power
supply cord is too short, have a qualified
electrician or service technician install an outlet
near the microwave oven.
• For a permanently connected appliance:
This appliance has a short power supply cord
to reduce the risk of anyone tripping over or
becoming entangled in the cord. The microwave
oven must be connected to a grounded, metallic.
permanent wiring system, or an equipment
grounding conductor should be run with the
circuit conductors and connected to the
equipment grounding terminal or lead on the
microwave oven.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Gettin to Know Your
Microwave Oven
This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking. It also shows you the
basics you need to know to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before you
use your oven.
How your microwave oven works
Microwave ovens are safe. Microwave energy is not hot. It Magnetron
causes food to make its own heat, and it's this heat that cooks
the food.
Microwaves are like TV waves, radio waves, or light waves. You
cannot see them, but you can see what they do.
A magnetron in the microwave oven produces microwaves. The
microwaves move into the oven where they contact food as it
turns on the turntable.
The glass turntable of your microwave oven lets microwaves
pass through. Then they bounce off a metal floor, back through oven cavity
the glass turntable, and are absorbed by the food. Metalfloor Glassturntable
Microwaves pass through most glass, paper, and plastics
without heating them so food absorbs the energy. Microwaves bounce off metal containers so food does not
absorb the energy.
Radio interference
Using your microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV, or similar equipment. When there is
interference, you can reduce it or remove it by:
• Cleaning the door and sealing surfaces of the oven.
• Adjusting the receiving antenna of the radio or television.
• Moving the receiver away from the microwave oven.
• Plugging the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and receiver are on
different branch circuits.
For the best cooking results
• Always cook food for the shortest cooking time recommended. Check to see how the food is cooking. If
needed, touch Add Minute while the oven is operating or after the cooking cycle is over (see the "Using
add minute" section).
• Stir, turn over, or rearrange the food being cooked about halfway through the cooking time for all recipes.
This will help make sure the food is evenly cooked.
• If you do not have a cover for a dish, use wax paper, or microwave-approved paper towels or plastic
wrap. Remember to turn back a corner of the plastic wrap to vent steam during cooking.

Cookware guide
Most heat resistant,nonmetallic cookware is safe for use inyour microwave oven.However,to test
cookware before using,follow these steps:
1.Placethe empty cookware in the microwave oven.
2.Measure 1 cup (250ml) water in a glass measuring cup and place it in the oven beside the cookware.
3.Microwaveon 100% power for 1 minute.If the dish is warm,it should not be used for microwave
cooking
Operating safety precautions
• Never lean on the door or allow a child to swing on it when the door is open.
• Use hot pads. Microwave energy does not heat containers, but the heat from the food can make the
container hot.
• Do not use newspaper or other printed paper inthe oven.
• Do not dry flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, paper, gourds, or clothes in the oven.
• Do not start a microwave oven when it is empty. Product life may be shortened. Ifyou practice programming
the oven, put a container of water in the oven. It is normal for the oven door to look wavy after the oven has
been running for a while.
• Do not try to melt paraffin wax in the oven. Paraffin wax will not melt in a microwave oven because it allows
microwaves to pass through it.
• Do not operate the microwave oven unless the glass turntable is securely in place and can rotate freely. The
turntable can rotate in either direction. Make sure the turntable is correct-side up in the oven. Handle your
turntable with care when removing it from the oven to avoid possibly breaking it. If your turntable cracks or
breaks, contact your dealer for a replacement.
• When you use a browning dish, the browning dish bottom must be at least 3/16 inch above the turntable.
Followthe directions supplied with the browning dish.
• Never cook or reheat a whole egg inside the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to burst,
and possibly damage the oven. Slice hard-boiled eggs before heating. In rare cases, poached eggs have
been known to explode. Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cutting into
them.
• For best results, stir any liquid several times during heating or reheating. Liquids heated in certain
containers (especially containers shaped like cylinders) may become overheated. The liquidmay splash out
with a loud noise during or after heating or when adding ingredients (coffee granules, tea bags, etc.). This can
harm the oven.
• Microwaves may not reach the center of a roast. The heat spreads to the center from the outer, cooked
areas just as in regular oven cooking. This is one of the reasons for letting some foods (for example, roasts or
baked potatoes) stand for a while after cooking, or for stirring some foods during the cooking time.
• Do not deep fry in the oven. Microwavable utensils are not suitable and it is difficultto maintain appropriate
deep-frying temperatures.
• Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the recommended cooking time, potatoes should be slightly firm
because they will continue cooking during standing time. After microwaving, let potatoes stand for 5
minutes. They will finish cooking while standing.
Electrical connection
I If your electric power line or outlet voltage is less than 110 volts, cooking times may be longer. Have a
qualified electrician check your electrical system.
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Specifications
Power Supply
Rated Power Consumption
Microwave Output
Rated Current
Overall Dimensions(WxHxD)
Oven Cavity Dimensions(WxHxD)
Capacity of Oven Cavity
*IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.
120V AC, 60 Hz
15O0W
*1000W
14.0A
29 15/16" X 16 7/16" X 15 3/8"
21 9/16" x 9 1/10" x 14 I/8"
1.5 cu.ft
Microwave oven features
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Your microwave oven is designed to make your
cooking experience as enjoyable and productive
as possible. To get you up and running quickly, the
following is a list of the oven's basic features:
1. Metal Shielded Window The shield prevents
microwaves from escaping. It is designed as a
screen to allow you to view food as it cooks.
2. Model and Serial Number Plate & Cooking
Guide Label
3. Vent Grille
4. Turntable. The turntable turns food as it cooks
for more even cooking. It must be in the oven
during operation for best cooking results.
5. Cooktop Light
6. Grease Filters. See "Caring for the filters"
section.
7. Control Panel. Touch the pads on this panel to
perform all functions.
8. Charcoal Filter (behind Vent Grille)
1. Turntable
2. Hub
3. Support
4. Shaft
The turntable rotates in both directions to help cook food
more evenly. Do not operate the microwave oven
without the turntable in place.
To Install:
1. Place the support on the oven cavity bottom.
2. Place the turntable on the support.
Fit the raised, curved lines in the center of the turntable
bottom between the three spokes of the hub.
The rollers on the support should fit inside the turntable
bottom ridge.
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Control panel features
Your microwave oven control panel lets you select the desired cooking function quickly and easily.
All you have to do is touch the necessary Command Pad. The following is a list of all the Command
and Number Pads located on the control panel. For more information on these features, see
"Using your microwave oven" section.
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1. Display. The display includes a clock and
indicators to tell you time of day, cooking time
settings, cook powers, quantities, weights and
cooking functions selected.
2. POPCORN. Touch this pad to pop one of 2 bag
sizes of popcorn without entering a cook time or
power.
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3.POTATO.Touchthispadtocookupto4
potatoeswithoutenteringacooktimeorpower.
4.PIZZA.Touchthispadtoreheatoneorseveral
slicesofpizzawithoutenteringacooktimeor
power.
5.FROZENENTREE.Touchthispadtocooka10
- to 20-ounce(284to567g)frozenentree
withoutenteringacooktimeorpower.
6.AUTOCOOK.Touchthispadtocook
microwavablefoodswithoutenteringacook
timeorpower.
7.TIMEDEFROST.Touchthispadtosetadefrost
time.
8.AUTODEFROST.Touchthispadfollowedby
numberpadstothawfrozenmeatbyweight.
9.AUTOREHEAT.Touchthispadtoreheat
microwavablefoodswithoutenteringacook
timeorpower.
10.NumberPads.Touchnumberpadstoenter
cookingtimes,cookpowers,quantities,
weights,orfoodcategories.
11.TIME.Touchthispadfollowedbynumberpads
tosetacookingtime.
12.POWER.Touchthispadafterthecooktime
hasbeenset,followedbya NumberPadtoset
theamountofmicrowaveenergyreleasedto
cookthefood.Thehigherthenumber,the
higherthemicrowavepoweror"cooking
speed."
13.STOP/CLEAR.Touchthispadtoerasean
incorrectcommand,cancelaprogramduring
cooking,ortocleartheDisplay.
14.TURNTABLEON/OFF.Touchthispadtoturn
offtheturntable."OFF"willappearinthe
display.
15.START.Touchthispadtostarta function.
Ifyouopenthedooraftertheovenbeginsto
cook,retouchSTART.
16.LIGHT.Touchthispadtoturnthelightonhigh,
night(low),oroff.
17.CLOCK.Touchthispadtoenterthecorrect
timeofday.
18.FAN.Touchthispadtoturnthefanonhigh,
low,oroff.
NOTE:Ifyoutrytoenterincorrectinstructions,
youwillnothearanytones.TouchSTOP/Clear
andre-entertheinstructions.
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Using Your Microwave
Oven
This section gives you instructions for operating
each function. Please read these instructions
carefully.
AUDIBLE SIGNALS
Audible signals are available to guide you when
setting and using your oven:
• A programming tone will sound each time
you touch a pad.
• Seven tones signal the end of a Kitchen Timer
countdown.
• Four tones signal the end of a cooking cycle.
CLOCK
When your microwave oven is first plugged in or
after a power failure, the Display will show ":".
If a time of day is not set, ":" will show on the Display
until you touch "Clock".
Example: To set the clock for IO:30(AM or PM).
Touch: Display Shows:
1.
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1030
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NOTES:
• If you enter in an incorrect time and touch "Clock",
you cannot set time of day. Enter the correct time.
• If you touch STOP/Clear while setting the clock, the
Display will show the last time of day set or ":"
if no time of day has been set.
INTERRUPTING COOKING
You can stop the oven during a cycle by opening
the door. The oven stops heating and the fan
stops, but the light stays on.
To restart cooking, close the door and Touch
START.
If you do not want to continue cooking,
open the door and touch STOP/Clear.
CHILD LOCK
Use this safety feature to lock the control panel
when you are cleaning the oven, or so that children
cannot use the oven unsupervised.
To set CHILD LOCK:
Touch:
Display Shows:
,
,
:YART Touch and hold until
.........._ "L" appears in the
display.
(approximately
4 seconds)
To cancel CHILD LOCK:
Touch: Display Shows:
Touch and hold until
1 ....... "L" disappears in the
• display.
(approximately
4 seconds)
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TURNTABLE ON/OFF
For best cooking results, leave the turntable on.
It can be turned offfor large dishes.
Touch: Display Shows:
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1. ;::, _Off
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Press Turntable On/Off to turn the turntable
on or off.
NOTE: Sometimes the turntable can become hot
to touch. Be careful touching the turntable during
and after cooking.
Do not run the oven empty without food in it.
COOKTOP LIGHT
The pad on the bottom right of the control panel
controls the cooktop light.
Example: To set the Lamp for HIGH.
Touch:
1.
once for HIGH light
twice for NIGHT light
Display Shows:
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2.
To turn off, touch pad one
or two times depending on
light setting.
EXHAUST FAN
The pad on the bottom center of the control panel
controls the 2-speed exhaust fan.
Example: To set the exhaust fan speed
Touch:
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Once for HIGH
Twice for Low
=
Display Shows:
Turn off fan when desired
NOTE: If the temperature from the range or cooktop
below the oven gets too hot, the exhaust fan in the
vent hood will automatically turn on at the HIGH
setting to protect the oven.
It may stay on up to an hour to cool the oven.
When this occurs, the FAN pad will not turn the fan
off. You cannot turn the exhaust fan off during
microwave cooking.
TIME DEFROST
Using TIME DEFROST can defrost for a selected
length of time.
Example: To set TIME DEFROST for 2 minutes.
Touch: Display Shows:
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2. 2 0 0 __,.nn
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3. Time counting down.
At the end of the Time defrost four tones will sound.
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TIMED COOKING
This feature lets you program a specific cook time
and power. For best results, there are 10 power
level settings in addition to HIGH (100%) power.
Refer to the "Microwave Power Levels Table" on
page 15 for more information.
NOTE: If you do not select a power level, the oven
will automatically cook at HIGH (100%) power.
Example: To cook for 5 minutes, 30 seconds
at 80% power.
Touch: Display Shows:
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4. 8 o ''
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5. Time counting down
and COOK.
MULTI-STAGE COOKING
For best results, some recipes call for different cook
powers during different stages of a cook cycle. You
can program your oven to switch from one power
level to another for up to 2 stages.
Example: To set a 2-stage cook cycle,
Touch: Display Shows:
1= , 1"7
"U
2. 3 0 0
to set a 3 minute cook
time for first stage.
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P_
4. 8
to set an 80% cook
power for the first stage.
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0 0
to set a 7 minute cook
time for second stage.
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8. 5
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to set a 50 _/ocook power
for the second stage.
P-5-L?
9. Time counting down
and COOK.
1 0. When the first stage is over, you will hear two
short tones as the oven begins the second
cook stage.
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MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
For best results, some recipes call for different cook
powers, The lower the cook power, the slower the
cooking, Each number from 1to 9 stands for a
different percentage of full cook power.
The following chart gives the percentage of cook
power each number pad stands for, and the cook
power name usually used,
Italso tells you when to use each cook power. Follow
recipe or food package instructions if available,
NOTE: Refer to a reliablecookbook for cooking times
based on the 1000 Watt cook power of your microwave
oven.
COOK Power NAME
100% of full power High
9 = 90% of full power
8 = 80% of full power
7 = 70% of full power Medium-High
6 = 60% of full power
5 = 50% of full power Medium
4 = 40% of full power
3 = 30% of full power Medium-Low,
Defrost
2 = 20% of full power
1 = 10% of full power Low
WHEN TO USE IT
• Quick heating many convenience foods and
foods with high water content, such as soups and
beverages,
• Cooking tender cuts of meat, ground meat,
• Heating cream soups
• Heating rice, pasta, or casseroles
• Cooking and heating foods that need a
Cook Power lower than high (for example,
whole fish and meat loaf) or when food is
cooking too fast
• Reheating a single serving of food
• Cooking requiring special care, such as cheese
and egg dishes, pudding, and custards
• Finishing cooking casseroles
• Cooking ham, whole poultry, and pot roasts
• Simmering stews
• Melting chocolate
• Heating pastries
• Manually defrosting foods, such as bread, fish,
meats, poultry, and precooked foods
• Softening butter, cheese, and ice cream
• Keeping food warm
• Taking chill out of fruit
NOTE: Once cook time has been entered, you can also use the Cook Power pad as a second Kitchen
Timer by entering "0" for the Cook Power, The oven will count down the cooking time you set without
cooking.
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AUTO DEFROST
Three defrost sequences are preset in the oven.
The auto defrost feature provides you with the best
defrosting method for frozen foods. The cooking guide
will show you which defrost sequence is recommended
for the food you are defrosting.
For added convenience, the Auto Defrost
includes a built-in beep mechanism that reminds
you to check, turn over, separate, or rearrange to get
best defrost results. Three different defrosting levels
are provided.
1 MEAT
2 POULTRY
3 FISH
*Available weight is 0.1-6.0 Ibs.
Example: To defrost 1.2 Ibs of ground beef.
Touch: Display Shows:
.
dEFI
" 1 I"_ I
LJ. I
3. 1 and
to enter the weight
"2
4. Time counting down.
NOTE:
When you touch the START pad, the display changes
to defrost time count down. The oven will beep during
the DEFROST cycle. At this time, open the door and
turn, separate, or rearrange the food.
Remove any portions that have thawed.
Return frozen portions to the oven and touch
START to resume the defrost cycle.
OPERATING TIPS
• For best results, remove fish, shellfish, meat, and
poultry from its original closed paper or plastic
package (wrapper). Otherwise, the wrap will hold
steam and juice close to the foods, which can cause
the outer surface of the foods to cook.
• For best results, shape your ground meat into the
form of a doughnut before freezing. When
defrosting, scrape off thawed meat when the beep
sounds and continue defrosting.
• Place foods in a shallow container or on a
microwave roasting rack to catch drippings.
This table shows you food type selections and the
weights you can set for each type, For best
results, loosen or remove covering on food,
FOOD TOUCH WEIGHTS YOU
Auto Defrost CAN SET
(tenths of a pound)
Meat 1 Time(s) .1 to 6.0 (45g to 2722g)
Poultry 2 Time(s) .1 to 6.0 (45g to 2722g)
Fish 3 Time(s) .1 to 6.0 (45g to 2722g)
Weight conversion table
You are probably used to food weights as being in
pounds and ounces that are fractions of a pound (for
example, 4 ounces equals 1/4 pound). However, in
order to enter food weight in Auto Defrost, you must
specify pounds and tenths of a pound.
If the weight on the food package is in fractions of a
pound, you can use the following table to convert the
weight to decimals.
Equivalent Weight
OUNCES DECIMAL WEIGHT
1.6 .10
3.2 .20
4.0 .25 One-Quarter Pound
4.8 .30
6.4 .40
8.0 .50 One-Half Pound
9.6 .60
11.2 .70
12.0 .75 Three-Quarters Pound
12.8 .80
14.4 .90
16.0 1.00 One Pound
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AUTO DEFROST TABLE
Meat setting
FOOD SETTING AT BEEP SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
BEEF
Ground Beef,
Bulk
Ground Beef,
Patties
Round Steak
Tenderloin
Steak
Stew Beef
Pot Roast,
Chuck Roast
Rib Roast
Rolled Rump
Roast
LAMB
Cubes for
Stew
Chops
(1 inch thick)
PORK
Chops
(1/2inch thick)
Hot Dogs
Spareribs
Country-style
Ribs
Sausage,
Links
Sausage,
Bulk
Loin Roast,
Boneless
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
Removethawedportionswith fork.
Turn over. Returnremainderto oven.
Separate and rearrange.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Remove thawed portions with fork.
Separate remainder.
Return remainder to oven.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Remove thawed portions with fork.
Return remainder to oven.
Separate and rearrange.
Separate and rearrange.
Separate and rearrange.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Separate and rearrange.
Removethawedportionswith fork.
Turn over. Returnremainderto oven.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Meat of irregularshape and large, fattycuts
of meatshould have the narrow or fattyareas
shielded with foil at the beginningof a defrost
sequence.
Do not defrost less than 1/4lb.
Freeze indoughnut shape.
Do not defrost less than 2 oz. patties.
Depress center when freezing.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
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AUTO DEFROST TABLE (CONT.)
Poultry setting
FOOD SETTING AT BEEP SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
CHICKEN
Whole
(up to 6 Ibs)
Cu#up
POULTRY
Turn over (finishdefrosting breast-
side down). Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Separate pieces and rearrange.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Place chicken breast-side up on a
microwavable roast rack. Finish defrosting by
immersing in cold water. Remove giblets
when chicken is partiallydefrosted.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.
CORNISH
HENS
Whole POULTRY Turn over. Cover warm areas with Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
aluminum foil. Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.
TURKEY
Breast POULTRY Turn over. Cover warm areas with Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
(up to 6 Ibs) aluminum foil. Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.
Fish setting
FOOD SETTING SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
FISH
Fillets FISH
Steaks
Whole
SHELLFISH
Crabmeat
Lobstertails
Shrimp
Scallops
FISH
AT BEEP
Turn over. Separate fillets when
partially thawed if possible.
Separate and rearrange.
FISH Turn over.
FISH
FISH
FISH
FISH
Break apart. Turn over.
Turn over and rearrange.
Separate and rearrange.
Separate and rearrange.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Carefully separate fillets under cold
water.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Run cold water over to finish defrosting.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Cover head and tail with foil; do not let
foil touch sides of microwave. Finish
defrosting by immersing in cold water.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
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DEFROSTING TIPS
• When using Auto Defrost, the weight to be entered
is the net weight in pounds and tenths of pounds
(the weight of the food minus the container).
• Before starting, make sure you have removed any
of the metal twist-tieswhich often come with frozen
food bags, and replace them with strings or elastic
bands,
• Open containers such as cartons before they are
placed in the oven.
• Always slit or pierce plastic pouches or packaging.
• If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place it in a
suitable container.
• Slit the skins, if any, of frozen food such as
sausage.
• Bend plastic pouches of food to ensure even
defrosting.
• Always underestimate defrosting time, Ifdefrosted
food is still icy in the center, return it to the
microwave oven for more defrosting.
• The length of defrosting time varies according to
how solidly the food is frozen,
• The shape of the package affects how quickly food
will defrost, Shallow packages will defrost more
quickly than a deep block.
• As food begins to defrost, separate the pieces,
Separated pieces defrost more easily,
• Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts
of food such as chicken wings, leg tips, fish tails, or
areas that start to get warm. Make sure the foil does
not touch the sides, top, or bottom of the oven. The
foil can damage the oven lining.
• For better results, let food stand after defrosting.
(For more information on standing time, see the
"Microwave Cooking Tips" section,)
• Turn over food during defrosting or standing time,
Break apart and remove food as required.
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Using Quick Touch
Your oven's menu has been preprogrammed to cook
food automatically. Tell the oven what you want.
Then let you microwave oven cook your selections.
POPCORN
Popcorn letsyou pop 3.0, and 3.5 ounce
bags of commercially packaged microwave
popcorn. Pop only one package at a time. If you
are using a microwave popcorn popper, follow
manufacturer's instructions.To set your microwave
oven correctly, follow this chart:
Example: To pop a 3.0 oz. bag.
Touch: Display Shows:
3,/3
L/
once for 3.5 oz
twice for 3.0 oz
Time counting down and
COOK.
When the cook time isover,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
PIZZA
Pizza lets you reheat up to 3 slices of pizza.
A slice is based on a 5 ounce slice.
NOTE:
= Place on a low plate & paper towel.
= Do not cover.
Example: To reheat 2 slices of Pica.
Touch: Display Shows:
2
once for 1 slice
twice for 2 slices
three times for 3 slices
Time counting down and
COOK.
When the cook time isover,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
FROZEN ENTREE
Frozen Entree lets you cook 10 and 20 ounce plates of
commercially packaged microwave frozen entree
without entering cooking times and power levels.
Remove tray from outer carton.
Do not remove film cover, but cut itto vent.
Example: To reheat a 20 oz. frozen entree.
Touch: Display Shows:
2L7
once for 10 oz
twice for 20 oz
Time counting down and
COOK.
When the cook time is over,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
POTATO
The Potato lets you cook potatoes with preset times and
cook powers. You can choose from 1 to 4 potatoes.
NOTE:
• Cookingtimesare based on an average8 ounce potato.
• Before baking, pierce potato with fork several times.
After baking, let stand for 5 minutes.
Example: To cook 2 Potatoes.
Touch: Display Shows:
2
once for 1 potato
twice for 2 potatoes
three times for 3 potatoes
four times for 4 potatoes
Time counting down and
COOK.
When the cook time is over,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
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AUTO COOK
Auto Cook provides four preset categories for
cooking.
Example: To cook 2 cups of Casserole.
Touch:
Display Shows:
1. , i!i,iii, flc-v
Choose food category.
Category Touch pad
of Time(s)
Fresh
1
vegetable
Frozen 2
vegetable
Rice 3
Casserole 4
Touch:
2.
Display Shows:
Time counting down and
COOK.
Enter quantity/servings.
Category Number of
cups
Fresh
vegetable 1 - 4 cups
Frozen 1 - 4 cups
vegetable
Rice 1 - 2 cups
Casserole 1 - 4 cups
When the cook time is over,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
COOKING GUIDE FOR AUTO COOK
CODE CATEGORY DIRECTIONS
FRESH
VEGETABLE
FROZEN
VEGETABLE
RICE
CASSEROLE
QUANTITY
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
1 cup
2 cups
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
Place in a microwavable bowl or
casserole.
Add water according to the quantity.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Let stand 3 minutes.
* 1-2 cups: add 2 tbsp water.
* 3-4 cups: add 2 tbsp water.
Place in a microwavable bowl or
casserole.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Let stand 3 minutes.
* 1-2 cups: add 2 tbsp water.
* 3-4 cups: add 2 tbsp water.
Place in a microwavable bowl or
casserole.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Let stand 5 minutes.
Place in a microwavable bowl or
casserole.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Stir and let stand 3 minutes.
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AUTO REHEAT
Auto Reheat provides four preset categories for
reheating,
Example: To reheat 2 servings of Dinner plate.
Touch: Display Shows:
1.
r/'/- /
Choose food category.
Touch pad
Category of Time(s)
Dinner plate 1
Soup/sauce 2
Casserole 3
Roll/Muffin 4
Touch:
2.
Display Shows:
Time counting down and
COOK.
Enter quantity/servings.
Category Number of
cups/Items
Dinner plate 1-2servinqs
Soup/sauce 1-4 cups
Casserole 1-4 cups
Roll/Muffin 1-4 pieces
When the cook time is over,
you will hear four beeps and End will display,
COOKING GUIDE FOR AUTO REHEAT
CODE CATEGORY SERVING AMOUNT DIRECTION
1 DINNER PLATE
SOUP/SAUCE
CASSEROLE
ROLL/MUFFIN
1 serving (10 oz.)
2 servings (15 oz.)
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
1 piece (2 oz.)
2 pieces (4 oz.)
3 pieces (6 oz.)
4 pieces (8 oz.)
Place on a low plate.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Let stand 3 minutes.
Place in shallow microwavable casserole.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Stir and let stand 3 minutes.
Place in a microwavable bowl or casserole.
Cover with plastic wrap.
Stir and let stand 3 minutes.
Place on paper towel.
Do not cover.
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Carin for Your Microwave Oven
To make sure your microwave oven looks good and works well for a long time, you should
maintain it properly. For proper care, please follow these instructions carefully.
For interior surfaces: Wash often with warm, sudsy
water and a sponge or
soft cloth,
Use only mild,
nonabrasive soaps or a
mild detergent. Be sure
to keep the areas clean
where the door and
oven frame touch
when closed. Wipe well
with clean cloth,
Over time, stains can occur on the surfaces as the
resultof food particles spattering during cooking, This
is normal.
For stubborn soil, boila cup of water in the oven for 2
to 3 minutes. Steamwill
soften the soil, To get rid
of odors inside the oven,
boil a cup of water with
some lemon juice or
vinegar in it,
To clean turntable and turntable support, wash in
mild,sudsy water; for
Glass turntable heavily soiled areas use
a mild cleanser and
scouring sponge, The
turntable and turntable
support are dishwasher
safe,
support
For exterior surfaces and control panel: Use a soft
age the control panel and the
oven surfaces,
cloth with spray glass
cleaner, Apply the spray
glass cleaner to the soft
cloth; do not spray
directly on the oven,
NOTE: Abrasive
cleansers, steel wool
pads, gritty wash
cloths, some paper
towels, etc., can dam-
interior and exterior
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CARING FOR THE FILTERS
The grease filters should be removed and cleaned
often, at least once a month,
Grease filters (Part No. 5230W1A012A):
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. To remove grease filters,slide each filter to the
side, Pull filters downward and push to the other
side, The filterwill drop out,
3. Soak grease filters in hot water and a mild
detergent, Scrub and swish to remove embedded
dirt and grease, Rinse well and shake to dry, Do
not clean filters with ammonia, corrosive cleaning
agents such as lye-based oven cleaners, or place
them in a dishwasher. The filters will turn black or
could be damaged,
4. To replace grease filters, slide filter in the frame slot
on one side of the opening, Push filter upward and
push to the other side to lock into place.
5. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power,
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REPLACING THE COOKTOP
AND OVEN LIGHTS
The cooktop light
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. Remove the bulb cover mounting screws.
3. Replace bulb with candelabra-base 30-watt bulb
(Part No, 6912W3Q001 A) available from Sears by
calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®
4. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
The oven light
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. Remove the vent grille mounting screws.
3. Tip the grille forward, then lift out to remove.
Bulb holder
4. Lift up the bulb holder.
5. Replace the bulb with a candelabra-base 30-watt
bulb (Part No, 6912W3Q001A) available from
Sears by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®
6. Slide the top of the vent grille into place. Push the
bottom until it snaps into place, Replace the
mounting screws,
7. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
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MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS
Amount of food
• If you increase or decrease the amount of food
you prepare, the time it takes to cook that food will
also change. For example, if you double a recipe,
add a little more than half the original cooking time.
Check for doneness and, if necessary, add more
time in small increments,
Starting temperature of food
• The lower the temperature of the food being put
into the microwave oven, the longer it takes to cook.
Food at room temperature will be re-heated more
quickly than food at refrigerator temperature,
Composition of food
• Foodwith a lot of fat and sugar will be heated
faster than food containing a lot of water, Fat and
sugar will also reach a higher temperature than
water in the cooking process,
• The more dense the food, the longer it takes to
heat. "Very dense" food like meat takes longer to
heat than lighter, more porous food like sponge
cakes,
Sizeandshape
• Smaller pieces of food willcook faster thanlarger
pieces, Also, same shaped pieces cook more
evenly than different-shaped pieces.
• With foods that have different thicknesses, the
thinner partswill cook faster than the thicker parts,
Place the thinner partsof chicken wings and legs in
the center of the dish.
Stirring, turning foods
• Stirringand turning foods spreads heat quicklyto
the center of the dish and avoids overcooking at the
outer edges of the food,
Covering food
Cover food to:
• Reduce splattering
• Shorten cooking times
• Keep food moist
You can use any covering that lets microwaves pass
through, See "Getting to Know Your Microwave
Oven" for materials that microwaves will pass
through.
Releasingpressureinfoods
• Several foods (for example: baked potatoes,
sausages, egg yolks, and some fruits) are tightly
covered by a skin or membrane. Steam can build up
under the membrane during cooking, causing the
food to burst. To relieve the pressure and to prevent
bursting, pierce these foods before cooking with a
fork, cocktail pick, or toothpick,
Usingstandingtime
• Always allow food to stand aftercooking.
Standing time after defrosting and cooking allows
the temperature to evenly spread throughout the
food, improving the cooking results,
• The length of the standing time depends on how
much food you are cooking and how dense it is.
Sometimes it can be as short as the time it takes
you to remove the food from the oven and take it to
the serving table, However,with larger, denser food,
the standing time may be as long as 10 minutes.
Arranging food
For best results, place food evenly on the plate. You
can do this in several ways:
• If you are cooking several items of the same
food, such as baked potatoes, place them in a ring
pattern for uniform cooking,
• When cooking foods of uneven shapes or
thickness, such as chicken breasts, place the
smaller or thinner area of the food towards the
center of the dish where it will be heated last,
• Layer thin slices of meat on top of each other,
• When you cook or reheat whole fish, score the
skin - this prevents cracking.
• Do not let food or a container touch the top or sides
of the oven, This will prevent possible arcing,
Usingaluminumfoil
Metal containers should not be used in a microwave
oven. There are, however, some exceptions, If you
have purchased food which is prepackaged in an
aluminum foil container, refer to the instructionson
the package, When using aluminum foil containers,
cooking times may be longer because microwaves
will only penetrate the top of the food. If you use
aluminum containers without package instructions,
follow these guidelines:
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MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS (CONT.)
Using aluminum foil (cont.)
• Place the container in a glass bowl and add some water so that it covers the bottom of the container, not
more than 1/4in, (,64 cm) high. This ensures even heating of the container bottom,
• Always remove the lid to avoid damage to the oven.
• Use only undamaged containers.
• Do not use containers taller than 3/4 in. (1.9 cm),
• Container must be at least half filled,
• To avoid arcing, there must be a minimum 1/4in. (,64 cm) between the aluminum container and the walls of
the oven and also between two aluminum containers,
• Always place the container on the turntable,
• Shield with small pieces of aluminum foil, parts of food that may cook quickly, such as wing tips and leg
ends of poultry.
• Heating food in aluminum foil containers usually takes up to double the time compared to reheating in
plastic,glass, china, or paper containers,
The time when food is ready will vary depending upon the type of container you use.
• Let food stand for 2 to 3 minutes after heating so that heat is spread evenly throughout container,
Cooking you should not do in your microwave oven
• Do not do canning of foods in the oven. Closed glassjars may explode, resulting in damage to the oven,
• Do not use the microwave oven to sterilize objects (baby bottles, etc,), It is difficultto keep the oven at the
high temperature needed for sterilization.
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Questions and Answers
QUESTIONS ANSWERS
Can I operate my microwave oven without the No. If you remove or turn over the turntable, you
turntable or turn the turntable over to hold a large will get poor cooking results, Dishes used in
dish? your oven must fit on the turntable,
Can I use either metalor aluminum pans in my
microwave oven?
You can use aluminum foil for shielding (use
small, flat pieces), small skewers, and shallow
foil trays (if tray is not taller than 3/4 in, [1.9 cm]
deep and is filled with food to absorb microwave
energy), Never allow metal to touch walls or
door,
Is it normal for the turntable to turn in either direction? Yes. The turntable rotates clockwise or counter-
clockwise, depending on the rotation of the
motor when the cooking cycle begins,
Sometimes the door of my microwave oven appears This appearance is normal and does not affect
wavy, Is this normal? the operation of your oven,
What are the humming noisesthat I hearwhen my You may hear the sound of the transformer
microwave oven is operating? when the magnetron tube cycles on,
Why does the dish become hot when I microwave As the food becomes hot it will conduct the heat
food in it? I thought that this should not happen, to the dish, Be prepared to use hot pads to
remove food after cooking,
What does "standing time" mean? "Standing time" means that food should be
removed from the oven and covered for
additional time to allow it to finish cooking, This
frees the oven for other cooking,
Why does steam come out of the air exhaust vent? Steam is normally produced during cooking, The
microwave oven has been designed to vent this
steam out the vents.
Can I pop popcorn in my microwave oven? Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn
How do I get the best results? following manufacturer's guidelines, Do not use
regular paper bags,
Do not repop unpopped kernels. Do not pop
popcorn in glass cookware.
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Troubleshooting
Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind, Check the
lists below and on the next page before calling for assistance or service, If you still need help, call Sears Service
at 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®
MICROWAVE OVEN DOES NOT WORK
PROBLEM CAUSE
Nothingworks. • The power supply cord is not plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. (See the
Electrical Requirements" section on page 6 and the "Electrical connection"
section on Page 8,)
• A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped,
• The electric company has had a power failure.
The microwave oven will
not run.
• You are using the oven as a timer. Touch STOP/Clear to cancel the Kitchen
Timer.
• The door is not firmly closed and latched.
• You did not touch START.
• You did not follow directions exactly.
• An operation that you set earlier is still running. Touch STOP/Clear to cancel that
operation.
COOKING TIMES
PROBLEM CAUSE
Food is not cooked
enough.
• The electric supply to your home or wall outlets is low or lower than normal. Your
electric company can tell you if the line voltage is low, Your electrician or service
technician can tell you if the outlet voltage is low,
• The cook power is not at the recommended setting,
Check the chart on Page 15,
The display shows a time • The oven door is not closed completely,
counting down but the oven • You have set the controls as a kitchen timer. Touch STOP/Clear to cancel the
is not cooking. Kitchen Timer.
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TURNTABLE
PROBLEM CAUSE
The turntablewill not turn.
• The turntable is not correctly in place. It should be correct-side up and sitting
firmly on the center hub.
• The support is not operating correctly, Remove the turntable and restart the
oven. If the support still does not move, call Sears Service at
1-800-4-MY-HOME®,Cookingwithout the turntable can give you poor results.
TONES
PROBLEM CAUSE
You do not hear the • You have not entered the correct command,
programming or end-oF
cycle tone,
DISPLAY MESSAGES
PROBLEM CAUSE
The display is flashing" : ". • There has been a power interruption, Reset the clock, (See the "Clock" section
on Page 12.)
Ifnone of these items are causing your problem, call Sears Service at 1-800-4-MY-HOME®
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Microwave Hood Combination
Use & Ca_e Guide
Combinaci6n Microondas Campana
Guia de uso y cuidado
Models/Modelos 721.80022
721.80029
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Table of
Contents
Warranty ........................................................... 2
Sears Service .................................................... 3
Microwave Oven Safety .................................. 4
Getting to Know Your
Microwave Oven .............................................. 7
How your microwave oven works ................... 7
Radio interference .......................................... 7
For the best cooking results ........................... 7
Cookware guide ............................................. 8
Operating safety precautions .......................... 8
Electrical connection ...................................... 8
Specifications .................................................. 9
Microwave oven features ............................... 9
Control panel features ................................... 10
Using Your Microwave Oven ....................... 12
Audible Signals ............................................. 12
Interrupting Cooking ...................................... 12
Clock ............................................................. 12
Child Lock ..................................................... 12
Turntable On/Off ............................................ 13
Cooktop Light ................................................ 13
Time Defrost ................................................. 13
Exhaust Fan .................................................. 13
Timed Cooking .............................................. 14
Multi-stage Cooking ...................................... 14
Microwave Power Levels .............................. 15
Auto Defrost .................................................. 16
Operating Tips .............................................. 16
Auto defrost table .......................................... 17
Auto defrost table (Cont.) .............................. 18
Defrosting tips .............................................. 19
Using Quick Touch ........................................ 20
Auto Cook ..................................................... 21
Cooking guide for Auto Cook ........................ 21
Auto Reheat .................................................. 22
Cooking guide for Auto Reheat ..................... 22
Caring for Your Microwave Oven ................. 23
Caring for the filters ....................................... 24
Replacing the cooktop and oven lights ......... 25
Microwave Cooking Tips ......................... 26~27
Questions and Answers ................................ 28
Troubleshooting ....................................... 29-30
Service ............................................. Back cover
MicrowaveHood
Combination
Warranty
One Year Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to
all instructions supplied with the product, if this
appliance fails due to a defect in material or
workmanship within one year from the date of purchase,
calI1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair.
This warranty covers only defects in material and
workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use,
including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs,
and bags.
2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct
product installation, operation or maintenance.
3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not
installed, operated or maintained according to all
instructions supplied with the product.
5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from
accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its
intended purpose.
6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the
use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other
than those recommended in all instructions supplied
with the product.
7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting
from unauthorized modifications made to this product.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of
remedies
Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this
limited warranty shall be product repair as provided
herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are
limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by
law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or
consequential damages.Some states and provinces do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages,or limitations on the duration of
implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so
these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this appliance is used
in the United States and Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to
state,
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman
Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB
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Sears Service
Master Protection Agreement
Congratulations on making a smart purchase.
Your new Kenmore ®product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation.
But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product. Here's what the
Agreement* includes:
Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating properly under normal use, not just
defects. Our coverage goes well beyond the product warranty. No deductibles, no functional
failure excluded from coverage - real protection.
1_ Expert service by a force of more than 10,000 authorized 8ears service technicians, which
means someone you can trust will be working on your product.
I_i Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as often as you want us, whenever you want us.
F-ti "No-lemon" guarantee - replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures
occur within twelve months.
Product replacement if your covered product can't be fixed.
Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request - no extra charge.
Fast help by phone - we call it Rapid Resolution - phone support from a Sears representativeon all
products. Think of us as a "talking owner's manual."
Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations.
r71 $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of
any covered refrigerator or freezer.
F1 Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised.
10% discount off the regular price of any non- covered repair service and related installed parts.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service.
You can call anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment online
The MasterProtectionAgreementis a riskfree purchase.Ifyou can-celfor any reasonduringthe productwarranty
period,we will providea full refund.Or, a proratedrefund anytimeafter the productwarrantyperiod expires.
Purchaseyour MasterProtectionAgreementtoday!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information in the U.S.A. call
1-800-827-6655.
* Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For
full details call Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and
other major home items, in the U.S.A. or Canade call
1-800-4-MY-HOME ®.

Microwave Oven Safety
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your microwave oven.
Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word
"DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously injured
if you don't follow instructions immediately.
You can be killed or seriously injured
if you don't follow instructions.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell
you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the
following:
a, WARNING: Toreducethe
risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to
persons, or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:
• Read all instructions before using the
microwave oven.
• Read and follow the specific
"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY" found on page 6.
• The microwave oven must be grounded.
Connect only to properly grounded outlet.
See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found
on page 4,5 and 6.
• Install or locate the microwave oven only
in accordance with the provided installation
instructions.
• Some products such as whole eggs in the
shell and sealed containers - for example,
closed glass jars - are able to explode and
should not be heated in the microwave
oven.
• Use the microwave oven only for its
intended use as described in this manual.
Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors
in the microwave oven. This type of oven is
specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry
food. It is not designed for industrial
or laboratory use.
• As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
• Do not operate the microwave oven if it has
a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged or
dropped.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• The microwaveoven shouldbe servicedonly by
qualifiedservicetechnician.Call an authorized
sewice companyfor examination,repair,or
adjustment.
• See doorsurfacecleaninginstructionsin the "Caring
for Your MicrowaveOven" section.
• To reducethe riskof fire in the ovencavity:
- Do not overcookfood. Carefullyattendthe
microwaveovenwhen paper, plastic,or other
combustiblematerialsare placed insidethe ovento
facilitatecooking.
- Removewire twist-tiesfrom paperor plasticbags
beforeplacingbags inoven.
- If materialsinsidethe oven ignite,keep oven door
closed, turn ovenoff, and disconnectthe power
cord, orshut offpower at the fuseor circuitbreaker
panel.
- Do not use the cavityforstoragepurposes.Do not
leavepaper products,cookingutensils,orfood in
the cavitywhen not in use.
• Suitablefor use above bothgas and electriccooking
equipment.
• Intendedto be usedabove rangeswith maximum
widthof 36 inches(91cm).
• CleanVentilatingHoods Frequently-Greaseshould
not be allowedto accumulateon hood or filter.
• When flamingfoods underthe hood,turnthe fan on.
• Usecarewhen cleaningthe vent-hoodfilter.
Corrosivecleaningagents,such as lye-basedoven
cleaners,may damagethe filter.
• Oversizedfoods or oversizedmetal utensilsshould
not be insertedin the microwaveoven as theymay
createa fire or risk of electricshock.
• Donot clean withmetal scouringpads.Piecescan
burn offthe pad andtouch electricalpartsinvolvinga
riskof electricshock.
• Do notstore anything directlyon top of the
microwaveoven whenthe microwaveovenis in
operation.
• Do notcover or block any openingson the
microwaveoven.
• Do notstore this microwaveovenoutdoors.Do not
use the microwaveoven nearwater- for example,
neara kitchensink, in awet basement,neara
swimmingpool, or similarlocation.
• Do notimmersecord or plugin water.
• Keep cord away from heatedsurfaces.
• Do notlet cord hang over edgeof tableor counter.
• Do notmount over a sink.
• Do notcover racksor any otherpart of the oven with
metalfoil.This will causeoverheatingof the oven.
• Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea are able to
be overheated beyond the boiling point without
appearing to be boiling due to surface tension of
the liquid. Visible bubbling or boiling when the
container is removed from the microwave oven is
not always present. This could result in very hot
liquids suddenly boiling over when a spoon or
other utensil is inserted into the liquid. To reduce
the risk of injury to persons;
1) Do not overheat the liquid.
2) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through
heating it.
3) Do not use straight-sided containers with
narrow necks.
4) After heating, allow the container to stand in the
microwave oven for a short time before
removing the container.
5) Use extreme care when inserting utensils
into the container.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the
door open since open-door operation can
result in harmful exposure to microwave
energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper
with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven
front face and the door, or allow soil or
cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing
surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It
is particularly important that the oven door
close properly and that there is no damage
to the:
(1) Door (bent).
(2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened).
(3) Door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired
by anyone except properly qualified service
technician.
Electrical
requirements
Observe all governing codes and
ordinances. A 120-Volt, 60-Hz, AC-only,
15- or 20-amp fused electrical supply is
required. (A time-delay fuse is recommended.)
It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided.
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.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
• For all cord connected appliances:
The microwave oven must be grounded.
In the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock
by providing an escape wire for the electric
current. The microwave oven is equipped
with a cord having a grounding wire with a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an outlet that is properly installed and
grounded.
Ensure proper ground
exists before use
kWARNING: Improper
grounding can result in a risk of electric shock.
Consult a qualified electrician or service
technician if you do not understand the
grounding instructions or if you wonder
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power
supply cord is too short, have a qualified
electrician or service technician install an outlet
near the microwave oven.
• For a permanently connected appliance:
This appliance has a short power supply cord
to reduce the risk of anyone tripping over or
becoming entangled in the cord. The microwave
oven must be connected to a grounded, metallic.
permanent wiring system, or an equipment
grounding conductor should be run with the
circuit conductors and connected to the
equipment grounding terminal or lead on the
microwave oven.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Gettin to Know Your
Microwave Oven
This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking. It also shows you the
basics you need to know to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before you
use your oven.
How your microwave oven works
Microwave ovens are safe. Microwave energy is not hot. It Magnetron
causes food to make its own heat, and it's this heat that cooks
the food.
Microwaves are like TV waves, radio waves, or light waves. You
cannot see them, but you can see what they do.
A magnetron in the microwave oven produces microwaves. The
microwaves move into the oven where they contact food as it
turns on the turntable.
The glass turntable of your microwave oven lets microwaves
pass through. Then they bounce off a metal floor, back through oven cavity
the glass turntable, and are absorbed by the food. Metalfloor Glassturntable
Microwaves pass through most glass, paper, and plastics
without heating them so food absorbs the energy. Microwaves bounce off metal containers so food does not
absorb the energy.
Radio interference
Using your microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV, or similar equipment. When there is
interference, you can reduce it or remove it by:
• Cleaning the door and sealing surfaces of the oven.
• Adjusting the receiving antenna of the radio or television.
• Moving the receiver away from the microwave oven.
• Plugging the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and receiver are on
different branch circuits.
For the best cooking results
• Always cook food for the shortest cooking time recommended. Check to see how the food is cooking. If
needed, touch Add Minute while the oven is operating or after the cooking cycle is over (see the "Using
add minute" section).
• Stir, turn over, or rearrange the food being cooked about halfway through the cooking time for all recipes.
This will help make sure the food is evenly cooked.
• If you do not have a cover for a dish, use wax paper, or microwave-approved paper towels or plastic
wrap. Remember to turn back a corner of the plastic wrap to vent steam during cooking.

Cookware guide
Most heat resistant,nonmetallic cookware is safe for use inyour microwave oven.However,to test
cookware before using,follow these steps:
1.Placethe empty cookware in the microwave oven.
2.Measure 1 cup (250ml) water in a glass measuring cup and place it in the oven beside the cookware.
3.Microwaveon 100% power for 1 minute.If the dish is warm,it should not be used for microwave
cooking
Operating safety precautions
• Never lean on the door or allow a child to swing on it when the door is open.
• Use hot pads. Microwave energy does not heat containers, but the heat from the food can make the
container hot.
• Do not use newspaper or other printed paper inthe oven.
• Do not dry flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, paper, gourds, or clothes in the oven.
• Do not start a microwave oven when it is empty. Product life may be shortened. Ifyou practice programming
the oven, put a container of water in the oven. It is normal for the oven door to look wavy after the oven has
been running for a while.
• Do not try to melt paraffin wax in the oven. Paraffin wax will not melt in a microwave oven because it allows
microwaves to pass through it.
• Do not operate the microwave oven unless the glass turntable is securely in place and can rotate freely. The
turntable can rotate in either direction. Make sure the turntable is correct-side up in the oven. Handle your
turntable with care when removing it from the oven to avoid possibly breaking it. If your turntable cracks or
breaks, contact your dealer for a replacement.
• When you use a browning dish, the browning dish bottom must be at least 3/16 inch above the turntable.
Followthe directions supplied with the browning dish.
• Never cook or reheat a whole egg inside the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to burst,
and possibly damage the oven. Slice hard-boiled eggs before heating. In rare cases, poached eggs have
been known to explode. Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cutting into
them.
• For best results, stir any liquid several times during heating or reheating. Liquids heated in certain
containers (especially containers shaped like cylinders) may become overheated. The liquidmay splash out
with a loud noise during or after heating or when adding ingredients (coffee granules, tea bags, etc.). This can
harm the oven.
• Microwaves may not reach the center of a roast. The heat spreads to the center from the outer, cooked
areas just as in regular oven cooking. This is one of the reasons for letting some foods (for example, roasts or
baked potatoes) stand for a while after cooking, or for stirring some foods during the cooking time.
• Do not deep fry in the oven. Microwavable utensils are not suitable and it is difficultto maintain appropriate
deep-frying temperatures.
• Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the recommended cooking time, potatoes should be slightly firm
because they will continue cooking during standing time. After microwaving, let potatoes stand for 5
minutes. They will finish cooking while standing.
Electrical connection
I If your electric power line or outlet voltage is less than 110 volts, cooking times may be longer. Have a
qualified electrician check your electrical system.
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Specifications
Power Supply
Rated Power Consumption
Microwave Output
Rated Current
Overall Dimensions(WxHxD)
Oven Cavity Dimensions(WxHxD)
Capacity of Oven Cavity
*IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.
120V AC, 60 Hz
15O0W
*1000W
14.0A
29 15/16" X 16 7/16" X 15 3/8"
21 9/16" x 9 1/10" x 14 I/8"
1.5 cu.ft
Microwave oven features
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Your microwave oven is designed to make your
cooking experience as enjoyable and productive
as possible. To get you up and running quickly, the
following is a list of the oven's basic features:
1. Metal Shielded Window The shield prevents
microwaves from escaping. It is designed as a
screen to allow you to view food as it cooks.
2. Model and Serial Number Plate & Cooking
Guide Label
3. Vent Grille
4. Turntable. The turntable turns food as it cooks
for more even cooking. It must be in the oven
during operation for best cooking results.
5. Cooktop Light
6. Grease Filters. See "Caring for the filters"
section.
7. Control Panel. Touch the pads on this panel to
perform all functions.
8. Charcoal Filter (behind Vent Grille)
1. Turntable
2. Hub
3. Support
4. Shaft
The turntable rotates in both directions to help cook food
more evenly. Do not operate the microwave oven
without the turntable in place.
To Install:
1. Place the support on the oven cavity bottom.
2. Place the turntable on the support.
Fit the raised, curved lines in the center of the turntable
bottom between the three spokes of the hub.
The rollers on the support should fit inside the turntable
bottom ridge.
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Control panel features
Your microwave oven control panel lets you select the desired cooking function quickly and easily.
All you have to do is touch the necessary Command Pad. The following is a list of all the Command
and Number Pads located on the control panel. For more information on these features, see
"Using your microwave oven" section.
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1. Display. The display includes a clock and
indicators to tell you time of day, cooking time
settings, cook powers, quantities, weights and
cooking functions selected.
2. POPCORN. Touch this pad to pop one of 2 bag
sizes of popcorn without entering a cook time or
power.
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3.POTATO.Touchthispadtocookupto4
potatoeswithoutenteringacooktimeorpower.
4.PIZZA.Touchthispadtoreheatoneorseveral
slicesofpizzawithoutenteringacooktimeor
power.
5.FROZENENTREE.Touchthispadtocooka10
- to 20-ounce(284to567g)frozenentree
withoutenteringacooktimeorpower.
6.AUTOCOOK.Touchthispadtocook
microwavablefoodswithoutenteringacook
timeorpower.
7.TIMEDEFROST.Touchthispadtosetadefrost
time.
8.AUTODEFROST.Touchthispadfollowedby
numberpadstothawfrozenmeatbyweight.
9.AUTOREHEAT.Touchthispadtoreheat
microwavablefoodswithoutenteringacook
timeorpower.
10.NumberPads.Touchnumberpadstoenter
cookingtimes,cookpowers,quantities,
weights,orfoodcategories.
11.TIME.Touchthispadfollowedbynumberpads
tosetacookingtime.
12.POWER.Touchthispadafterthecooktime
hasbeenset,followedbya NumberPadtoset
theamountofmicrowaveenergyreleasedto
cookthefood.Thehigherthenumber,the
higherthemicrowavepoweror"cooking
speed."
13.STOP/CLEAR.Touchthispadtoerasean
incorrectcommand,cancelaprogramduring
cooking,ortocleartheDisplay.
14.TURNTABLEON/OFF.Touchthispadtoturn
offtheturntable."OFF"willappearinthe
display.
15.START.Touchthispadtostarta function.
Ifyouopenthedooraftertheovenbeginsto
cook,retouchSTART.
16.LIGHT.Touchthispadtoturnthelightonhigh,
night(low),oroff.
17.CLOCK.Touchthispadtoenterthecorrect
timeofday.
18.FAN.Touchthispadtoturnthefanonhigh,
low,oroff.
NOTE:Ifyoutrytoenterincorrectinstructions,
youwillnothearanytones.TouchSTOP/Clear
andre-entertheinstructions.
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Using Your Microwave
Oven
This section gives you instructions for operating
each function. Please read these instructions
carefully.
AUDIBLE SIGNALS
Audible signals are available to guide you when
setting and using your oven:
• A programming tone will sound each time
you touch a pad.
• Seven tones signal the end of a Kitchen Timer
countdown.
• Four tones signal the end of a cooking cycle.
CLOCK
When your microwave oven is first plugged in or
after a power failure, the Display will show ":".
If a time of day is not set, ":" will show on the Display
until you touch "Clock".
Example: To set the clock for IO:30(AM or PM).
Touch: Display Shows:
1.
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,
1030
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NOTES:
• If you enter in an incorrect time and touch "Clock",
you cannot set time of day. Enter the correct time.
• If you touch STOP/Clear while setting the clock, the
Display will show the last time of day set or ":"
if no time of day has been set.
INTERRUPTING COOKING
You can stop the oven during a cycle by opening
the door. The oven stops heating and the fan
stops, but the light stays on.
To restart cooking, close the door and Touch
START.
If you do not want to continue cooking,
open the door and touch STOP/Clear.
CHILD LOCK
Use this safety feature to lock the control panel
when you are cleaning the oven, or so that children
cannot use the oven unsupervised.
To set CHILD LOCK:
Touch:
Display Shows:
,
,
:YART Touch and hold until
.........._ "L" appears in the
display.
(approximately
4 seconds)
To cancel CHILD LOCK:
Touch: Display Shows:
Touch and hold until
1 ....... "L" disappears in the
• display.
(approximately
4 seconds)
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TURNTABLE ON/OFF
For best cooking results, leave the turntable on.
It can be turned offfor large dishes.
Touch: Display Shows:
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1. ;::, _Off
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Press Turntable On/Off to turn the turntable
on or off.
NOTE: Sometimes the turntable can become hot
to touch. Be careful touching the turntable during
and after cooking.
Do not run the oven empty without food in it.
COOKTOP LIGHT
The pad on the bottom right of the control panel
controls the cooktop light.
Example: To set the Lamp for HIGH.
Touch:
1.
once for HIGH light
twice for NIGHT light
Display Shows:
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2.
To turn off, touch pad one
or two times depending on
light setting.
EXHAUST FAN
The pad on the bottom center of the control panel
controls the 2-speed exhaust fan.
Example: To set the exhaust fan speed
Touch:
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Once for HIGH
Twice for Low
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Display Shows:
Turn off fan when desired
NOTE: If the temperature from the range or cooktop
below the oven gets too hot, the exhaust fan in the
vent hood will automatically turn on at the HIGH
setting to protect the oven.
It may stay on up to an hour to cool the oven.
When this occurs, the FAN pad will not turn the fan
off. You cannot turn the exhaust fan off during
microwave cooking.
TIME DEFROST
Using TIME DEFROST can defrost for a selected
length of time.
Example: To set TIME DEFROST for 2 minutes.
Touch: Display Shows:
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2. 2 0 0 __,.nn
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3. Time counting down.
At the end of the Time defrost four tones will sound.
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TIMED COOKING
This feature lets you program a specific cook time
and power. For best results, there are 10 power
level settings in addition to HIGH (100%) power.
Refer to the "Microwave Power Levels Table" on
page 15 for more information.
NOTE: If you do not select a power level, the oven
will automatically cook at HIGH (100%) power.
Example: To cook for 5 minutes, 30 seconds
at 80% power.
Touch: Display Shows:
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4. 8 o ''
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5. Time counting down
and COOK.
MULTI-STAGE COOKING
For best results, some recipes call for different cook
powers during different stages of a cook cycle. You
can program your oven to switch from one power
level to another for up to 2 stages.
Example: To set a 2-stage cook cycle,
Touch: Display Shows:
1= , 1"7
"U
2. 3 0 0
to set a 3 minute cook
time for first stage.
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4. 8
to set an 80% cook
power for the first stage.
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0 0
to set a 7 minute cook
time for second stage.
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8. 5
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to set a 50 _/ocook power
for the second stage.
P-5-L?
9. Time counting down
and COOK.
1 0. When the first stage is over, you will hear two
short tones as the oven begins the second
cook stage.
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MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
For best results, some recipes call for different cook
powers, The lower the cook power, the slower the
cooking, Each number from 1to 9 stands for a
different percentage of full cook power.
The following chart gives the percentage of cook
power each number pad stands for, and the cook
power name usually used,
Italso tells you when to use each cook power. Follow
recipe or food package instructions if available,
NOTE: Refer to a reliablecookbook for cooking times
based on the 1000 Watt cook power of your microwave
oven.
COOK Power NAME
100% of full power High
9 = 90% of full power
8 = 80% of full power
7 = 70% of full power Medium-High
6 = 60% of full power
5 = 50% of full power Medium
4 = 40% of full power
3 = 30% of full power Medium-Low,
Defrost
2 = 20% of full power
1 = 10% of full power Low
WHEN TO USE IT
• Quick heating many convenience foods and
foods with high water content, such as soups and
beverages,
• Cooking tender cuts of meat, ground meat,
• Heating cream soups
• Heating rice, pasta, or casseroles
• Cooking and heating foods that need a
Cook Power lower than high (for example,
whole fish and meat loaf) or when food is
cooking too fast
• Reheating a single serving of food
• Cooking requiring special care, such as cheese
and egg dishes, pudding, and custards
• Finishing cooking casseroles
• Cooking ham, whole poultry, and pot roasts
• Simmering stews
• Melting chocolate
• Heating pastries
• Manually defrosting foods, such as bread, fish,
meats, poultry, and precooked foods
• Softening butter, cheese, and ice cream
• Keeping food warm
• Taking chill out of fruit
NOTE: Once cook time has been entered, you can also use the Cook Power pad as a second Kitchen
Timer by entering "0" for the Cook Power, The oven will count down the cooking time you set without
cooking.
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AUTO DEFROST
Three defrost sequences are preset in the oven.
The auto defrost feature provides you with the best
defrosting method for frozen foods. The cooking guide
will show you which defrost sequence is recommended
for the food you are defrosting.
For added convenience, the Auto Defrost
includes a built-in beep mechanism that reminds
you to check, turn over, separate, or rearrange to get
best defrost results. Three different defrosting levels
are provided.
1 MEAT
2 POULTRY
3 FISH
*Available weight is 0.1-6.0 Ibs.
Example: To defrost 1.2 Ibs of ground beef.
Touch: Display Shows:
.
dEFI
" 1 I"_ I
LJ. I
3. 1 and
to enter the weight
"2
4. Time counting down.
NOTE:
When you touch the START pad, the display changes
to defrost time count down. The oven will beep during
the DEFROST cycle. At this time, open the door and
turn, separate, or rearrange the food.
Remove any portions that have thawed.
Return frozen portions to the oven and touch
START to resume the defrost cycle.
OPERATING TIPS
• For best results, remove fish, shellfish, meat, and
poultry from its original closed paper or plastic
package (wrapper). Otherwise, the wrap will hold
steam and juice close to the foods, which can cause
the outer surface of the foods to cook.
• For best results, shape your ground meat into the
form of a doughnut before freezing. When
defrosting, scrape off thawed meat when the beep
sounds and continue defrosting.
• Place foods in a shallow container or on a
microwave roasting rack to catch drippings.
This table shows you food type selections and the
weights you can set for each type, For best
results, loosen or remove covering on food,
FOOD TOUCH WEIGHTS YOU
Auto Defrost CAN SET
(tenths of a pound)
Meat 1 Time(s) .1 to 6.0 (45g to 2722g)
Poultry 2 Time(s) .1 to 6.0 (45g to 2722g)
Fish 3 Time(s) .1 to 6.0 (45g to 2722g)
Weight conversion table
You are probably used to food weights as being in
pounds and ounces that are fractions of a pound (for
example, 4 ounces equals 1/4 pound). However, in
order to enter food weight in Auto Defrost, you must
specify pounds and tenths of a pound.
If the weight on the food package is in fractions of a
pound, you can use the following table to convert the
weight to decimals.
Equivalent Weight
OUNCES DECIMAL WEIGHT
1.6 .10
3.2 .20
4.0 .25 One-Quarter Pound
4.8 .30
6.4 .40
8.0 .50 One-Half Pound
9.6 .60
11.2 .70
12.0 .75 Three-Quarters Pound
12.8 .80
14.4 .90
16.0 1.00 One Pound
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AUTO DEFROST TABLE
Meat setting
FOOD SETTING AT BEEP SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
BEEF
Ground Beef,
Bulk
Ground Beef,
Patties
Round Steak
Tenderloin
Steak
Stew Beef
Pot Roast,
Chuck Roast
Rib Roast
Rolled Rump
Roast
LAMB
Cubes for
Stew
Chops
(1 inch thick)
PORK
Chops
(1/2inch thick)
Hot Dogs
Spareribs
Country-style
Ribs
Sausage,
Links
Sausage,
Bulk
Loin Roast,
Boneless
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
Removethawedportionswith fork.
Turn over. Returnremainderto oven.
Separate and rearrange.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Remove thawed portions with fork.
Separate remainder.
Return remainder to oven.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Remove thawed portions with fork.
Return remainder to oven.
Separate and rearrange.
Separate and rearrange.
Separate and rearrange.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Separate and rearrange.
Removethawedportionswith fork.
Turn over. Returnremainderto oven.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Meat of irregularshape and large, fattycuts
of meatshould have the narrow or fattyareas
shielded with foil at the beginningof a defrost
sequence.
Do not defrost less than 1/4lb.
Freeze indoughnut shape.
Do not defrost less than 2 oz. patties.
Depress center when freezing.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
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AUTO DEFROST TABLE (CONT.)
Poultry setting
FOOD SETTING AT BEEP SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
CHICKEN
Whole
(up to 6 Ibs)
Cu#up
POULTRY
Turn over (finishdefrosting breast-
side down). Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Separate pieces and rearrange.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Place chicken breast-side up on a
microwavable roast rack. Finish defrosting by
immersing in cold water. Remove giblets
when chicken is partiallydefrosted.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.
CORNISH
HENS
Whole POULTRY Turn over. Cover warm areas with Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
aluminum foil. Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.
TURKEY
Breast POULTRY Turn over. Cover warm areas with Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
(up to 6 Ibs) aluminum foil. Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.
Fish setting
FOOD SETTING SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
FISH
Fillets FISH
Steaks
Whole
SHELLFISH
Crabmeat
Lobstertails
Shrimp
Scallops
FISH
AT BEEP
Turn over. Separate fillets when
partially thawed if possible.
Separate and rearrange.
FISH Turn over.
FISH
FISH
FISH
FISH
Break apart. Turn over.
Turn over and rearrange.
Separate and rearrange.
Separate and rearrange.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Carefully separate fillets under cold
water.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Run cold water over to finish defrosting.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Cover head and tail with foil; do not let
foil touch sides of microwave. Finish
defrosting by immersing in cold water.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
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DEFROSTING TIPS
• When using Auto Defrost, the weight to be entered
is the net weight in pounds and tenths of pounds
(the weight of the food minus the container).
• Before starting, make sure you have removed any
of the metal twist-tieswhich often come with frozen
food bags, and replace them with strings or elastic
bands,
• Open containers such as cartons before they are
placed in the oven.
• Always slit or pierce plastic pouches or packaging.
• If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place it in a
suitable container.
• Slit the skins, if any, of frozen food such as
sausage.
• Bend plastic pouches of food to ensure even
defrosting.
• Always underestimate defrosting time, Ifdefrosted
food is still icy in the center, return it to the
microwave oven for more defrosting.
• The length of defrosting time varies according to
how solidly the food is frozen,
• The shape of the package affects how quickly food
will defrost, Shallow packages will defrost more
quickly than a deep block.
• As food begins to defrost, separate the pieces,
Separated pieces defrost more easily,
• Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts
of food such as chicken wings, leg tips, fish tails, or
areas that start to get warm. Make sure the foil does
not touch the sides, top, or bottom of the oven. The
foil can damage the oven lining.
• For better results, let food stand after defrosting.
(For more information on standing time, see the
"Microwave Cooking Tips" section,)
• Turn over food during defrosting or standing time,
Break apart and remove food as required.
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Using Quick Touch
Your oven's menu has been preprogrammed to cook
food automatically. Tell the oven what you want.
Then let you microwave oven cook your selections.
POPCORN
Popcorn letsyou pop 3.0, and 3.5 ounce
bags of commercially packaged microwave
popcorn. Pop only one package at a time. If you
are using a microwave popcorn popper, follow
manufacturer's instructions.To set your microwave
oven correctly, follow this chart:
Example: To pop a 3.0 oz. bag.
Touch: Display Shows:
3,/3
L/
once for 3.5 oz
twice for 3.0 oz
Time counting down and
COOK.
When the cook time isover,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
PIZZA
Pizza lets you reheat up to 3 slices of pizza.
A slice is based on a 5 ounce slice.
NOTE:
= Place on a low plate & paper towel.
= Do not cover.
Example: To reheat 2 slices of Pica.
Touch: Display Shows:
2
once for 1 slice
twice for 2 slices
three times for 3 slices
Time counting down and
COOK.
When the cook time isover,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
FROZEN ENTREE
Frozen Entree lets you cook 10 and 20 ounce plates of
commercially packaged microwave frozen entree
without entering cooking times and power levels.
Remove tray from outer carton.
Do not remove film cover, but cut itto vent.
Example: To reheat a 20 oz. frozen entree.
Touch: Display Shows:
2L7
once for 10 oz
twice for 20 oz
Time counting down and
COOK.
When the cook time is over,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
POTATO
The Potato lets you cook potatoes with preset times and
cook powers. You can choose from 1 to 4 potatoes.
NOTE:
• Cookingtimesare based on an average8 ounce potato.
• Before baking, pierce potato with fork several times.
After baking, let stand for 5 minutes.
Example: To cook 2 Potatoes.
Touch: Display Shows:
2
once for 1 potato
twice for 2 potatoes
three times for 3 potatoes
four times for 4 potatoes
Time counting down and
COOK.
When the cook time is over,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
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AUTO COOK
Auto Cook provides four preset categories for
cooking.
Example: To cook 2 cups of Casserole.
Touch:
Display Shows:
1. , i!i,iii, flc-v
Choose food category.
Category Touch pad
of Time(s)
Fresh
1
vegetable
Frozen 2
vegetable
Rice 3
Casserole 4
Touch:
2.
Display Shows:
Time counting down and
COOK.
Enter quantity/servings.
Category Number of
cups
Fresh
vegetable 1 - 4 cups
Frozen 1 - 4 cups
vegetable
Rice 1 - 2 cups
Casserole 1 - 4 cups
When the cook time is over,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
COOKING GUIDE FOR AUTO COOK
CODE CATEGORY DIRECTIONS
FRESH
VEGETABLE
FROZEN
VEGETABLE
RICE
CASSEROLE
QUANTITY
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
1 cup
2 cups
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
Place in a microwavable bowl or
casserole.
Add water according to the quantity.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Let stand 3 minutes.
* 1-2 cups: add 2 tbsp water.
* 3-4 cups: add 2 tbsp water.
Place in a microwavable bowl or
casserole.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Let stand 3 minutes.
* 1-2 cups: add 2 tbsp water.
* 3-4 cups: add 2 tbsp water.
Place in a microwavable bowl or
casserole.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Let stand 5 minutes.
Place in a microwavable bowl or
casserole.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Stir and let stand 3 minutes.
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AUTO REHEAT
Auto Reheat provides four preset categories for
reheating,
Example: To reheat 2 servings of Dinner plate.
Touch: Display Shows:
1.
r/'/- /
Choose food category.
Touch pad
Category of Time(s)
Dinner plate 1
Soup/sauce 2
Casserole 3
Roll/Muffin 4
Touch:
2.
Display Shows:
Time counting down and
COOK.
Enter quantity/servings.
Category Number of
cups/Items
Dinner plate 1-2servinqs
Soup/sauce 1-4 cups
Casserole 1-4 cups
Roll/Muffin 1-4 pieces
When the cook time is over,
you will hear four beeps and End will display,
COOKING GUIDE FOR AUTO REHEAT
CODE CATEGORY SERVING AMOUNT DIRECTION
1 DINNER PLATE
SOUP/SAUCE
CASSEROLE
ROLL/MUFFIN
1 serving (10 oz.)
2 servings (15 oz.)
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
1 piece (2 oz.)
2 pieces (4 oz.)
3 pieces (6 oz.)
4 pieces (8 oz.)
Place on a low plate.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Let stand 3 minutes.
Place in shallow microwavable casserole.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Stir and let stand 3 minutes.
Place in a microwavable bowl or casserole.
Cover with plastic wrap.
Stir and let stand 3 minutes.
Place on paper towel.
Do not cover.
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Carin for Your Microwave Oven
To make sure your microwave oven looks good and works well for a long time, you should
maintain it properly. For proper care, please follow these instructions carefully.
For interior surfaces: Wash often with warm, sudsy
water and a sponge or
soft cloth,
Use only mild,
nonabrasive soaps or a
mild detergent. Be sure
to keep the areas clean
where the door and
oven frame touch
when closed. Wipe well
with clean cloth,
Over time, stains can occur on the surfaces as the
resultof food particles spattering during cooking, This
is normal.
For stubborn soil, boila cup of water in the oven for 2
to 3 minutes. Steamwill
soften the soil, To get rid
of odors inside the oven,
boil a cup of water with
some lemon juice or
vinegar in it,
To clean turntable and turntable support, wash in
mild,sudsy water; for
Glass turntable heavily soiled areas use
a mild cleanser and
scouring sponge, The
turntable and turntable
support are dishwasher
safe,
support
For exterior surfaces and control panel: Use a soft
age the control panel and the
oven surfaces,
cloth with spray glass
cleaner, Apply the spray
glass cleaner to the soft
cloth; do not spray
directly on the oven,
NOTE: Abrasive
cleansers, steel wool
pads, gritty wash
cloths, some paper
towels, etc., can dam-
interior and exterior
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CARING FOR THE FILTERS
The grease filters should be removed and cleaned
often, at least once a month,
Grease filters (Part No. 5230W1A012A):
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. To remove grease filters,slide each filter to the
side, Pull filters downward and push to the other
side, The filterwill drop out,
3. Soak grease filters in hot water and a mild
detergent, Scrub and swish to remove embedded
dirt and grease, Rinse well and shake to dry, Do
not clean filters with ammonia, corrosive cleaning
agents such as lye-based oven cleaners, or place
them in a dishwasher. The filters will turn black or
could be damaged,
4. To replace grease filters, slide filter in the frame slot
on one side of the opening, Push filter upward and
push to the other side to lock into place.
5. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power,
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REPLACING THE COOKTOP
AND OVEN LIGHTS
The cooktop light
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. Remove the bulb cover mounting screws.
3. Replace bulb with candelabra-base 30-watt bulb
(Part No, 6912W3Q001 A) available from Sears by
calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®
4. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
The oven light
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. Remove the vent grille mounting screws.
3. Tip the grille forward, then lift out to remove.
Bulb holder
4. Lift up the bulb holder.
5. Replace the bulb with a candelabra-base 30-watt
bulb (Part No, 6912W3Q001A) available from
Sears by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®
6. Slide the top of the vent grille into place. Push the
bottom until it snaps into place, Replace the
mounting screws,
7. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
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MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS
Amount of food
• If you increase or decrease the amount of food
you prepare, the time it takes to cook that food will
also change. For example, if you double a recipe,
add a little more than half the original cooking time.
Check for doneness and, if necessary, add more
time in small increments,
Starting temperature of food
• The lower the temperature of the food being put
into the microwave oven, the longer it takes to cook.
Food at room temperature will be re-heated more
quickly than food at refrigerator temperature,
Composition of food
• Foodwith a lot of fat and sugar will be heated
faster than food containing a lot of water, Fat and
sugar will also reach a higher temperature than
water in the cooking process,
• The more dense the food, the longer it takes to
heat. "Very dense" food like meat takes longer to
heat than lighter, more porous food like sponge
cakes,
Sizeandshape
• Smaller pieces of food willcook faster thanlarger
pieces, Also, same shaped pieces cook more
evenly than different-shaped pieces.
• With foods that have different thicknesses, the
thinner partswill cook faster than the thicker parts,
Place the thinner partsof chicken wings and legs in
the center of the dish.
Stirring, turning foods
• Stirringand turning foods spreads heat quicklyto
the center of the dish and avoids overcooking at the
outer edges of the food,
Covering food
Cover food to:
• Reduce splattering
• Shorten cooking times
• Keep food moist
You can use any covering that lets microwaves pass
through, See "Getting to Know Your Microwave
Oven" for materials that microwaves will pass
through.
Releasingpressurein foods
• Several foods (for example: baked potatoes,
sausages, egg yolks, and some fruits) are tightly
covered by a skin or membrane. Steam can build up
under the membrane during cooking, causing the
food to burst. To relieve the pressure and to prevent
bursting, pierce these foods before cooking with a
fork, cocktail pick, or toothpick,
Usingstandingtime
• Always allow food to stand aftercooking.
Standing time after defrosting and cooking allows
the temperature to evenly spread throughout the
food, improving the cooking results,
• The length of the standing time depends on how
much food you are cooking and how dense it is.
Sometimes it can be as short as the time it takes
you to remove the food from the oven and take it to
the serving table, However,with larger, denser food,
the standing time may be as long as 10 minutes.
Arranging food
For best results, place food evenly on the plate. You
can do this in several ways:
• If you are cooking several items of the same
food, such as baked potatoes, place them in a ring
pattern for uniform cooking,
• When cooking foods of uneven shapes or
thickness, such as chicken breasts, place the
smaller or thinner area of the food towards the
center of the dish where it will be heated last,
• Layer thin slices of meat on top of each other,
• When you cook or reheat whole fish, score the
skin - this prevents cracking.
• Do not let food or a container touch the top or sides
of the oven, This will prevent possible arcing,
Usingaluminumfoil
Metal containers should not be used in a microwave
oven. There are, however, some exceptions, If you
have purchased food which is prepackaged in an
aluminum foil container, refer to the instructionson
the package, When using aluminum foil containers,
cooking times may be longer because microwaves
will only penetrate the top of the food. If you use
aluminum containers without package instructions,
follow these guidelines:
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MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS (CONT.)
Using aluminum foil (cont.)
• Place the container in a glass bowl and add some water so that it covers the bottom of the container, not
more than 1/4in, (,64 cm) high. This ensures even heating of the container bottom,
• Always remove the lid to avoid damage to the oven.
• Use only undamaged containers.
• Do not use containers taller than 3/4 in. (1.9 cm),
• Container must be at least half filled,
• To avoid arcing, there must be a minimum 1/4in. (,64 cm) between the aluminum container and the walls of
the oven and also between two aluminum containers,
• Always place the container on the turntable,
• Shield with small pieces of aluminum foil, parts of food that may cook quickly, such as wing tips and leg
ends of poultry.
• Heating food in aluminum foil containers usually takes up to double the time compared to reheating in
plastic,glass, china, or paper containers,
The time when food is ready will vary depending upon the type of container you use.
• Let food stand for 2 to 3 minutes after heating so that heat is spread evenly throughout container,
Cooking you should not do in your microwave oven
• Do not do canning of foods in the oven. Closed glassjars may explode, resulting in damage to the oven,
• Do not use the microwave oven to sterilize objects (baby bottles, etc,), It is difficultto keep the oven at the
high temperature needed for sterilization.
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Questions and Answers
QUESTIONS ANSWERS
Can I operate my microwave oven without the No. If you remove or turn over the turntable, you
turntable or turn the turntable over to hold a large will get poor cooking results, Dishes used in
dish? your oven must fit on the turntable,
Can I use either metalor aluminum pans in my
microwave oven?
You can use aluminum foil for shielding (use
small, flat pieces), small skewers, and shallow
foil trays (if tray is not taller than 3/4 in, [1.9 cm]
deep and is filled with food to absorb microwave
energy), Never allow metal to touch walls or
door,
Is it normal for the turntable to turn in either direction? Yes. The turntable rotates clockwise or counter-
clockwise, depending on the rotation of the
motor when the cooking cycle begins,
Sometimes the door of my microwave oven appears This appearance is normal and does not affect
wavy, Is this normal? the operation of your oven,
What are the humming noisesthat I hearwhen my You may hear the sound of the transformer
microwave oven is operating? when the magnetron tube cycles on,
Why does the dish become hot when I microwave As the food becomes hot it will conduct the heat
food in it? I thought that this should not happen, to the dish, Be prepared to use hot pads to
remove food after cooking,
What does "standing time" mean? "Standing time" means that food should be
removed from the oven and covered for
additional time to allow it to finish cooking, This
frees the oven for other cooking,
Why does steam come out of the air exhaust vent? Steam is normally produced during cooking, The
microwave oven has been designed to vent this
steam out the vents.
Can I pop popcorn in my microwave oven? Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn
How do I get the best results? following manufacturer's guidelines, Do not use
regular paper bags,
Do not repop unpopped kernels. Do not pop
popcorn in glass cookware.
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Troubleshooting
Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind, Check the
lists below and on the next page before calling for assistance or service, If you still need help, call Sears Service
at 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®
MICROWAVE OVEN DOES NOT WORK
PROBLEM CAUSE
Nothingworks. • The power supply cord is not plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. (See the
Electrical Requirements" section on page 6 and the "Electrical connection"
section on Page 8,)
• A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped,
• The electric company has had a power failure.
The microwave oven will
not run.
• You are using the oven as a timer. Touch STOP/Clear to cancel the Kitchen
Timer.
• The door is not firmly closed and latched.
• You did not touch START.
• You did not follow directions exactly.
• An operation that you set earlier is still running. Touch STOP/Clear to cancel that
operation.
COOKING TIMES
PROBLEM CAUSE
Food is not cooked
enough.
• The electric supply to your home or wall outlets is low or lower than normal. Your
electric company can tell you if the line voltage is low, Your electrician or service
technician can tell you if the outlet voltage is low,
• The cook power is not at the recommended setting,
Check the chart on Page 15,
The display shows a time • The oven door is not closed completely,
counting down but the oven • You have set the controls as a kitchen timer. Touch STOP/Clear to cancel the
is not cooking. Kitchen Timer.
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TURNTABLE
PROBLEM CAUSE
The turntablewill not turn.
• The turntable is not correctly in place. It should be correct-side up and sitting
firmly on the center hub.
• The support is not operating correctly, Remove the turntable and restart the
oven. If the support still does not move, call Sears Service at
1-800-4-MY-HOME®,Cookingwithout the turntable can give you poor results.
TONES
PROBLEM CAUSE
You do not hear the • You have not entered the correct command,
programming or end-oF
cycle tone,
DISPLAY MESSAGES
PROBLEM CAUSE
The display is flashing" : ". • There has been a power interruption, Reset the clock, (See the "Clock" section
on Page 12.)
Ifnone of these items are causing your problem, call Sears Service at 1-800-4-MY-HOME®
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Gala
®
Microwave Hood Combination
Use & Ca_e Guide
Combinaci6n Microondas Campana
Guia de uso y cuidado
Models/Modelos 721.80022
721.80029
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Table of
Contents
Warranty ........................................................... 2
Sears Service .................................................... 3
Microwave Oven Safety .................................. 4
Getting to Know Your
Microwave Oven .............................................. 7
How your microwave oven works ................... 7
Radio interference .......................................... 7
For the best cooking results ........................... 7
Cookware guide ............................................. 8
Operating safety precautions .......................... 8
Electrical connection ...................................... 8
Specifications .................................................. 9
Microwave oven features ............................... 9
Control panel features ................................... 10
Using Your Microwave Oven ....................... 12
Audible Signals ............................................. 12
Interrupting Cooking ...................................... 12
Clock ............................................................. 12
Child Lock ..................................................... 12
Turntable On/Off ............................................ 13
Cooktop Light ................................................ 13
Time Defrost ................................................. 13
Exhaust Fan .................................................. 13
Timed Cooking .............................................. 14
Multi-stage Cooking ...................................... 14
Microwave Power Levels .............................. 15
Auto Defrost .................................................. 16
Operating Tips .............................................. 16
Auto defrost table .......................................... 17
Auto defrost table (Cont.) .............................. 18
Defrosting tips .............................................. 19
Using Quick Touch ........................................ 20
Auto Cook ..................................................... 21
Cooking guide for Auto Cook ........................ 21
Auto Reheat .................................................. 22
Cooking guide for Auto Reheat ..................... 22
Caring for Your Microwave Oven ................. 23
Caring for the filters ....................................... 24
Replacing the cooktop and oven lights ......... 25
Microwave Cooking Tips ......................... 26~27
Questions and Answers ................................ 28
Troubleshooting ....................................... 29-30
Service ............................................. Back cover
MicrowaveHood
Combination
Warranty
One Year Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to
all instructions supplied with the product, if this
appliance fails due to a defect in material or
workmanship within one year from the date of purchase,
calI1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair.
This warranty covers only defects in material and
workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use,
including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs,
and bags.
2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct
product installation, operation or maintenance.
3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not
installed, operated or maintained according to all
instructions supplied with the product.
5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from
accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its
intended purpose.
6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the
use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other
than those recommended in all instructions supplied
with the product.
7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting
from unauthorized modifications made to this product.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of
remedies
Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this
limited warranty shall be product repair as provided
herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are
limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by
law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or
consequential damages.Some states and provinces do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages,or limitations on the duration of
implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so
these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this appliance is used
in the United States and Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to
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Microwave Oven Safety
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your microwave oven.
Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word
"DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously injured
if you don't follow instructions immediately.
You can be killed or seriously injured
if you don't follow instructions.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell
you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the
following:
a, WARNING: Toreducethe
risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to
persons, or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:
• Read all instructions before using the
microwave oven.
• Read and follow the specific
"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY" found on page 6.
• The microwave oven must be grounded.
Connect only to properly grounded outlet.
See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found
on page 4,5 and 6.
• Install or locate the microwave oven only
in accordance with the provided installation
instructions.
• Some products such as whole eggs in the
shell and sealed containers - for example,
closed glass jars - are able to explode and
should not be heated in the microwave
oven.
• Use the microwave oven only for its
intended use as described in this manual.
Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors
in the microwave oven. This type of oven is
specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry
food. It is not designed for industrial
or laboratory use.
• As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
• Do not operate the microwave oven if it has
a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged or
dropped.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• The microwaveoven shouldbe servicedonly by
qualifiedservicetechnician.Call an authorized
sewice companyfor examination,repair,or
adjustment.
• See doorsurfacecleaninginstructionsin the "Caring
for Your MicrowaveOven" section.
• To reducethe riskof fire in the ovencavity:
- Do not overcookfood. Carefullyattendthe
microwaveovenwhen paper, plastic,or other
combustiblematerialsare placed insidethe ovento
facilitatecooking.
- Removewire twist-tiesfrom paperor plasticbags
beforeplacingbags inoven.
- If materialsinsidethe oven ignite,keep oven door
closed, turn ovenoff, and disconnectthe power
cord, orshut offpower at the fuseor circuitbreaker
panel.
- Do not use the cavityforstoragepurposes.Do not
leavepaper products,cookingutensils,orfood in
the cavitywhen not in use.
• Suitablefor use above bothgas and electriccooking
equipment.
• Intendedto be usedabove rangeswith maximum
widthof 36 inches(91cm).
• CleanVentilatingHoods Frequently-Greaseshould
not be allowedto accumulateon hood or filter.
• When flamingfoods underthe hood,turnthe fan on.
• Usecarewhen cleaningthe vent-hoodfilter.
Corrosivecleaningagents,such as lye-basedoven
cleaners,may damagethe filter.
• Oversizedfoods or oversizedmetal utensilsshould
not be insertedin the microwaveoven as theymay
createa fire or risk of electricshock.
• Donot clean withmetal scouringpads.Piecescan
burn offthe pad andtouch electricalpartsinvolvinga
riskof electricshock.
• Do notstore anything directlyon top of the
microwaveoven whenthe microwaveovenis in
operation.
• Do notcover or block any openingson the
microwaveoven.
• Do notstore this microwaveovenoutdoors.Do not
use the microwaveoven nearwater- for example,
neara kitchensink, in awet basement,neara
swimmingpool, or similarlocation.
• Do notimmersecord or plugin water.
• Keep cord away from heatedsurfaces.
• Do notlet cord hang over edgeof tableor counter.
• Do notmount over a sink.
• Do notcover racksor any otherpart of the oven with
metalfoil.This will causeoverheatingof the oven.
• Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea are able to
be overheated beyond the boiling point without
appearing to be boiling due to surface tension of
the liquid. Visible bubbling or boiling when the
container is removed from the microwave oven is
not always present. This could result in very hot
liquids suddenly boiling over when a spoon or
other utensil is inserted into the liquid. To reduce
the risk of injury to persons;
1) Do not overheat the liquid.
2) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through
heating it.
3) Do not use straight-sided containers with
narrow necks.
4) After heating, allow the container to stand in the
microwave oven for a short time before
removing the container.
5) Use extreme care when inserting utensils
into the container.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the
door open since open-door operation can
result in harmful exposure to microwave
energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper
with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven
front face and the door, or allow soil or
cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing
surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It
is particularly important that the oven door
close properly and that there is no damage
to the:
(1) Door (bent).
(2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened).
(3) Door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired
by anyone except properly qualified service
technician.
Electrical
requirements
Observe all governing codes and
ordinances. A 120-Volt, 60-Hz, AC-only,
15- or 20-amp fused electrical supply is
required. (A time-delay fuse is recommended.)
It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided.
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.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
• For all cord connected appliances:
The microwave oven must be grounded.
In the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock
by providing an escape wire for the electric
current. The microwave oven is equipped
with a cord having a grounding wire with a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an outlet that is properly installed and
grounded.
Ensure proper ground
exists before use
kWARNING: Improper
grounding can result in a risk of electric shock.
Consult a qualified electrician or service
technician if you do not understand the
grounding instructions or if you wonder
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power
supply cord is too short, have a qualified
electrician or service technician install an outlet
near the microwave oven.
• For a permanently connected appliance:
This appliance has a short power supply cord
to reduce the risk of anyone tripping over or
becoming entangled in the cord. The microwave
oven must be connected to a grounded, metallic.
permanent wiring system, or an equipment
grounding conductor should be run with the
circuit conductors and connected to the
equipment grounding terminal or lead on the
microwave oven.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Gettin to Know Your
Microwave Oven
This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking. It also shows you the
basics you need to know to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before you
use your oven.
How your microwave oven works
Microwave ovens are safe. Microwave energy is not hot. It Magnetron
causes food to make its own heat, and it's this heat that cooks
the food.
Microwaves are like TV waves, radio waves, or light waves. You
cannot see them, but you can see what they do.
A magnetron in the microwave oven produces microwaves. The
microwaves move into the oven where they contact food as it
turns on the turntable.
The glass turntable of your microwave oven lets microwaves
pass through. Then they bounce off a metal floor, back through oven cavity
the glass turntable, and are absorbed by the food. Metalfloor Glassturntable
Microwaves pass through most glass, paper, and plastics
without heating them so food absorbs the energy. Microwaves bounce off metal containers so food does not
absorb the energy.
Radio interference
Using your microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV, or similar equipment. When there is
interference, you can reduce it or remove it by:
• Cleaning the door and sealing surfaces of the oven.
• Adjusting the receiving antenna of the radio or television.
• Moving the receiver away from the microwave oven.
• Plugging the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and receiver are on
different branch circuits.
For the best cooking results
• Always cook food for the shortest cooking time recommended. Check to see how the food is cooking. If
needed, touch Add Minute while the oven is operating or after the cooking cycle is over (see the "Using
add minute" section).
• Stir, turn over, or rearrange the food being cooked about halfway through the cooking time for all recipes.
This will help make sure the food is evenly cooked.
• If you do not have a cover for a dish, use wax paper, or microwave-approved paper towels or plastic
wrap. Remember to turn back a corner of the plastic wrap to vent steam during cooking.

Cookware guide
Most heat resistant,nonmetallic cookware is safe for use inyour microwave oven.However,to test
cookware before using,follow these steps:
1.Placethe empty cookware in the microwave oven.
2.Measure 1 cup (250ml) water in a glass measuring cup and place it in the oven beside the cookware.
3.Microwaveon 100% power for 1 minute.If the dish is warm,it should not be used for microwave
cooking
Operating safety precautions
• Never lean on the door or allow a child to swing on it when the door is open.
• Use hot pads. Microwave energy does not heat containers, but the heat from the food can make the
container hot.
• Do not use newspaper or other printed paper inthe oven.
• Do not dry flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, paper, gourds, or clothes in the oven.
• Do not start a microwave oven when it is empty. Product life may be shortened. Ifyou practice programming
the oven, put a container of water in the oven. It is normal for the oven door to look wavy after the oven has
been running for a while.
• Do not try to melt paraffin wax in the oven. Paraffin wax will not melt in a microwave oven because it allows
microwaves to pass through it.
• Do not operate the microwave oven unless the glass turntable is securely in place and can rotate freely. The
turntable can rotate in either direction. Make sure the turntable is correct-side up in the oven. Handle your
turntable with care when removing it from the oven to avoid possibly breaking it. If your turntable cracks or
breaks, contact your dealer for a replacement.
• When you use a browning dish, the browning dish bottom must be at least 3/16 inch above the turntable.
Followthe directions supplied with the browning dish.
• Never cook or reheat a whole egg inside the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to burst,
and possibly damage the oven. Slice hard-boiled eggs before heating. In rare cases, poached eggs have
been known to explode. Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cutting into
them.
• For best results, stir any liquid several times during heating or reheating. Liquids heated in certain
containers (especially containers shaped like cylinders) may become overheated. The liquidmay splash out
with a loud noise during or after heating or when adding ingredients (coffee granules, tea bags, etc.). This can
harm the oven.
• Microwaves may not reach the center of a roast. The heat spreads to the center from the outer, cooked
areas just as in regular oven cooking. This is one of the reasons for letting some foods (for example, roasts or
baked potatoes) stand for a while after cooking, or for stirring some foods during the cooking time.
• Do not deep fry in the oven. Microwavable utensils are not suitable and it is difficultto maintain appropriate
deep-frying temperatures.
• Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the recommended cooking time, potatoes should be slightly firm
because they will continue cooking during standing time. After microwaving, let potatoes stand for 5
minutes. They will finish cooking while standing.
Electrical connection
I If your electric power line or outlet voltage is less than 110 volts, cooking times may be longer. Have a
qualified electrician check your electrical system.
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Specifications
Power Supply
Rated Power Consumption
Microwave Output
Rated Current
Overall Dimensions(WxHxD)
Oven Cavity Dimensions(WxHxD)
Capacity of Oven Cavity
*IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.
120V AC, 60 Hz
15O0W
*1000W
14.0A
29 15/16" X 16 7/16" X 15 3/8"
21 9/16" x 9 1/10" x 14 I/8"
1.5 cu.ft
Microwave oven features
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Your microwave oven is designed to make your
cooking experience as enjoyable and productive
as possible. To get you up and running quickly, the
following is a list of the oven's basic features:
1. Metal Shielded Window The shield prevents
microwaves from escaping. It is designed as a
screen to allow you to view food as it cooks.
2. Model and Serial Number Plate & Cooking
Guide Label
3. Vent Grille
4. Turntable. The turntable turns food as it cooks
for more even cooking. It must be in the oven
during operation for best cooking results.
5. Cooktop Light
6. Grease Filters. See "Caring for the filters"
section.
7. Control Panel. Touch the pads on this panel to
perform all functions.
8. Charcoal Filter (behind Vent Grille)
1. Turntable
2. Hub
3. Support
4. Shaft
The turntable rotates in both directions to help cook food
more evenly. Do not operate the microwave oven
without the turntable in place.
To Install:
1. Place the support on the oven cavity bottom.
2. Place the turntable on the support.
Fit the raised, curved lines in the center of the turntable
bottom between the three spokes of the hub.
The rollers on the support should fit inside the turntable
bottom ridge.
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Control panel features
Your microwave oven control panel lets you select the desired cooking function quickly and easily.
All you have to do is touch the necessary Command Pad. The following is a list of all the Command
and Number Pads located on the control panel. For more information on these features, see
"Using your microwave oven" section.
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1. Display. The display includes a clock and
indicators to tell you time of day, cooking time
settings, cook powers, quantities, weights and
cooking functions selected.
2. POPCORN. Touch this pad to pop one of 2 bag
sizes of popcorn without entering a cook time or
power.
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3.POTATO.Touchthispadtocookupto4
potatoeswithoutenteringacooktimeorpower.
4.PIZZA.Touchthispadtoreheatoneorseveral
slicesofpizzawithoutenteringacooktimeor
power.
5.FROZENENTREE.Touchthispadtocooka10
- to 20-ounce(284to567g)frozenentree
withoutenteringacooktimeorpower.
6.AUTOCOOK.Touchthispadtocook
microwavablefoodswithoutenteringacook
timeorpower.
7.TIMEDEFROST.Touchthispadtosetadefrost
time.
8.AUTODEFROST.Touchthispadfollowedby
numberpadstothawfrozenmeatbyweight.
9.AUTOREHEAT.Touchthispadtoreheat
microwavablefoodswithoutenteringacook
timeorpower.
10.NumberPads.Touchnumberpadstoenter
cookingtimes,cookpowers,quantities,
weights,orfoodcategories.
11.TIME.Touchthispadfollowedbynumberpads
tosetacookingtime.
12.POWER.Touchthispadafterthecooktime
hasbeenset,followedbya NumberPadtoset
theamountofmicrowaveenergyreleasedto
cookthefood.Thehigherthenumber,the
higherthemicrowavepoweror"cooking
speed."
13.STOP/CLEAR.Touchthispadtoerasean
incorrectcommand,cancelaprogramduring
cooking,ortocleartheDisplay.
14.TURNTABLEON/OFF.Touchthispadtoturn
offtheturntable."OFF"willappearinthe
display.
15.START.Touchthispadtostarta function.
Ifyouopenthedooraftertheovenbeginsto
cook,retouchSTART.
16.LIGHT.Touchthispadtoturnthelightonhigh,
night(low),oroff.
17.CLOCK.Touchthispadtoenterthecorrect
timeofday.
18.FAN.Touchthispadtoturnthefanonhigh,
low,oroff.
NOTE:Ifyoutrytoenterincorrectinstructions,
youwillnothearanytones.TouchSTOP/Clear
andre-entertheinstructions.
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Using Your Microwave
Oven
This section gives you instructions for operating
each function. Please read these instructions
carefully.
AUDIBLE SIGNALS
Audible signals are available to guide you when
setting and using your oven:
• A programming tone will sound each time
you touch a pad.
• Seven tones signal the end of a Kitchen Timer
countdown.
• Four tones signal the end of a cooking cycle.
CLOCK
When your microwave oven is first plugged in or
after a power failure, the Display will show ":".
If a time of day is not set, ":" will show on the Display
until you touch "Clock".
Example: To set the clock for IO:30(AM or PM).
Touch: Display Shows:
1.
,
,
1030
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tu . ="_u
= /i._ * -/1"_
NOTES:
• If you enter in an incorrect time and touch "Clock",
you cannot set time of day. Enter the correct time.
• If you touch STOP/Clear while setting the clock, the
Display will show the last time of day set or ":"
if no time of day has been set.
INTERRUPTING COOKING
You can stop the oven during a cycle by opening
the door. The oven stops heating and the fan
stops, but the light stays on.
To restart cooking, close the door and Touch
START.
If you do not want to continue cooking,
open the door and touch STOP/Clear.
CHILD LOCK
Use this safety feature to lock the control panel
when you are cleaning the oven, or so that children
cannot use the oven unsupervised.
To set CHILD LOCK:
Touch:
Display Shows:
,
,
:YART Touch and hold until
.........._ "L" appears in the
display.
(approximately
4 seconds)
To cancel CHILD LOCK:
Touch: Display Shows:
Touch and hold until
1 ....... "L" disappears in the
• display.
(approximately
4 seconds)
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TURNTABLE ON/OFF
For best cooking results, leave the turntable on.
It can be turned offfor large dishes.
Touch: Display Shows:
0FF
1. ;::, _Off
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Press Turntable On/Off to turn the turntable
on or off.
NOTE: Sometimes the turntable can become hot
to touch. Be careful touching the turntable during
and after cooking.
Do not run the oven empty without food in it.
COOKTOP LIGHT
The pad on the bottom right of the control panel
controls the cooktop light.
Example: To set the Lamp for HIGH.
Touch:
1.
once for HIGH light
twice for NIGHT light
Display Shows:
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2.
To turn off, touch pad one
or two times depending on
light setting.
EXHAUST FAN
The pad on the bottom center of the control panel
controls the 2-speed exhaust fan.
Example: To set the exhaust fan speed
Touch:
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Once for HIGH
Twice for Low
=
Display Shows:
Turn off fan when desired
NOTE: If the temperature from the range or cooktop
below the oven gets too hot, the exhaust fan in the
vent hood will automatically turn on at the HIGH
setting to protect the oven.
It may stay on up to an hour to cool the oven.
When this occurs, the FAN pad will not turn the fan
off. You cannot turn the exhaust fan off during
microwave cooking.
TIME DEFROST
Using TIME DEFROST can defrost for a selected
length of time.
Example: To set TIME DEFROST for 2 minutes.
Touch: Display Shows:
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2. 2 0 0 __,.nn
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3. Time counting down.
At the end of the Time defrost four tones will sound.
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TIMED COOKING
This feature lets you program a specific cook time
and power. For best results, there are 10 power
level settings in addition to HIGH (100%) power.
Refer to the "Microwave Power Levels Table" on
page 15 for more information.
NOTE: If you do not select a power level, the oven
will automatically cook at HIGH (100%) power.
Example: To cook for 5 minutes, 30 seconds
at 80% power.
Touch: Display Shows:
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2. 5 3 5._q[.,
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4. 8 o ''
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5. Time counting down
and COOK.
MULTI-STAGE COOKING
For best results, some recipes call for different cook
powers during different stages of a cook cycle. You
can program your oven to switch from one power
level to another for up to 2 stages.
Example: To set a 2-stage cook cycle,
Touch: Display Shows:
1= , 1"7
"U
2. 3 0 0
to set a 3 minute cook
time for first stage.
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P_
4. 8
to set an 80% cook
power for the first stage.
F -IZ_U
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"U
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0 0
to set a 7 minute cook
time for second stage.
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=
8. 5
o
to set a 50 _/ocook power
for the second stage.
P-5-L?
9. Time counting down
and COOK.
1 0. When the first stage is over, you will hear two
short tones as the oven begins the second
cook stage.
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MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
For best results, some recipes call for different cook
powers, The lower the cook power, the slower the
cooking, Each number from 1to 9 stands for a
different percentage of full cook power.
The following chart gives the percentage of cook
power each number pad stands for, and the cook
power name usually used,
Italso tells you when to use each cook power. Follow
recipe or food package instructions if available,
NOTE: Refer to a reliablecookbook for cooking times
based on the 1000 Watt cook power of your microwave
oven.
COOK Power NAME
100% of full power High
9 = 90% of full power
8 = 80% of full power
7 = 70% of full power Medium-High
6 = 60% of full power
5 = 50% of full power Medium
4 = 40% of full power
3 = 30% of full power Medium-Low,
Defrost
2 = 20% of full power
1 = 10% of full power Low
WHEN TO USE IT
• Quick heating many convenience foods and
foods with high water content, such as soups and
beverages,
• Cooking tender cuts of meat, ground meat,
• Heating cream soups
• Heating rice, pasta, or casseroles
• Cooking and heating foods that need a
Cook Power lower than high (for example,
whole fish and meat loaf) or when food is
cooking too fast
• Reheating a single serving of food
• Cooking requiring special care, such as cheese
and egg dishes, pudding, and custards
• Finishing cooking casseroles
• Cooking ham, whole poultry, and pot roasts
• Simmering stews
• Melting chocolate
• Heating pastries
• Manually defrosting foods, such as bread, fish,
meats, poultry, and precooked foods
• Softening butter, cheese, and ice cream
• Keeping food warm
• Taking chill out of fruit
NOTE: Once cook time has been entered, you can also use the Cook Power pad as a second Kitchen
Timer by entering "0" for the Cook Power, The oven will count down the cooking time you set without
cooking.
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AUTO DEFROST
Three defrost sequences are preset in the oven.
The auto defrost feature provides you with the best
defrosting method for frozen foods. The cooking guide
will show you which defrost sequence is recommended
for the food you are defrosting.
For added convenience, the Auto Defrost
includes a built-in beep mechanism that reminds
you to check, turn over, separate, or rearrange to get
best defrost results. Three different defrosting levels
are provided.
1 MEAT
2 POULTRY
3 FISH
*Available weight is 0.1-6.0 Ibs.
Example: To defrost 1.2 Ibs of ground beef.
Touch: Display Shows:
.
dEFI
" 1 I"_ I
LJ. I
3. 1 and
to enter the weight
"2
4. Time counting down.
NOTE:
When you touch the START pad, the display changes
to defrost time count down. The oven will beep during
the DEFROST cycle. At this time, open the door and
turn, separate, or rearrange the food.
Remove any portions that have thawed.
Return frozen portions to the oven and touch
START to resume the defrost cycle.
OPERATING TIPS
• For best results, remove fish, shellfish, meat, and
poultry from its original closed paper or plastic
package (wrapper). Otherwise, the wrap will hold
steam and juice close to the foods, which can cause
the outer surface of the foods to cook.
• For best results, shape your ground meat into the
form of a doughnut before freezing. When
defrosting, scrape off thawed meat when the beep
sounds and continue defrosting.
• Place foods in a shallow container or on a
microwave roasting rack to catch drippings.
This table shows you food type selections and the
weights you can set for each type, For best
results, loosen or remove covering on food,
FOOD TOUCH WEIGHTS YOU
Auto Defrost CAN SET
(tenths of a pound)
Meat 1 Time(s) .1 to 6.0 (45g to 2722g)
Poultry 2 Time(s) .1 to 6.0 (45g to 2722g)
Fish 3 Time(s) .1 to 6.0 (45g to 2722g)
Weight conversion table
You are probably used to food weights as being in
pounds and ounces that are fractions of a pound (for
example, 4 ounces equals 1/4 pound). However, in
order to enter food weight in Auto Defrost, you must
specify pounds and tenths of a pound.
If the weight on the food package is in fractions of a
pound, you can use the following table to convert the
weight to decimals.
Equivalent Weight
OUNCES DECIMAL WEIGHT
1.6 .10
3.2 .20
4.0 .25 One-Quarter Pound
4.8 .30
6.4 .40
8.0 .50 One-Half Pound
9.6 .60
11.2 .70
12.0 .75 Three-Quarters Pound
12.8 .80
14.4 .90
16.0 1.00 One Pound
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AUTO DEFROST TABLE
Meat setting
FOOD SETTING AT BEEP SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
BEEF
Ground Beef,
Bulk
Ground Beef,
Patties
Round Steak
Tenderloin
Steak
Stew Beef
Pot Roast,
Chuck Roast
Rib Roast
Rolled Rump
Roast
LAMB
Cubes for
Stew
Chops
(1 inch thick)
PORK
Chops
(1/2inch thick)
Hot Dogs
Spareribs
Country-style
Ribs
Sausage,
Links
Sausage,
Bulk
Loin Roast,
Boneless
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
MEAT
Removethawedportionswith fork.
Turn over. Returnremainderto oven.
Separate and rearrange.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Remove thawed portions with fork.
Separate remainder.
Return remainder to oven.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Remove thawed portions with fork.
Return remainder to oven.
Separate and rearrange.
Separate and rearrange.
Separate and rearrange.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Separate and rearrange.
Removethawedportionswith fork.
Turn over. Returnremainderto oven.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Meat of irregularshape and large, fattycuts
of meatshould have the narrow or fattyareas
shielded with foil at the beginningof a defrost
sequence.
Do not defrost less than 1/4lb.
Freeze indoughnut shape.
Do not defrost less than 2 oz. patties.
Depress center when freezing.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
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AUTO DEFROST TABLE (CONT.)
Poultry setting
FOOD SETTING AT BEEP SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
CHICKEN
Whole
(up to 6 Ibs)
Cu#up
POULTRY
Turn over (finishdefrosting breast-
side down). Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Separate pieces and rearrange.
Turn over. Cover warm areas with
aluminum foil.
Place chicken breast-side up on a
microwavable roast rack. Finish defrosting by
immersing in cold water. Remove giblets
when chicken is partiallydefrosted.
Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.
CORNISH
HENS
Whole POULTRY Turn over. Cover warm areas with Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
aluminum foil. Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.
TURKEY
Breast POULTRY Turn over. Cover warm areas with Place on a microwavable roasting rack.
(up to 6 Ibs) aluminum foil. Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water.
Fish setting
FOOD SETTING SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
FISH
Fillets FISH
Steaks
Whole
SHELLFISH
Crabmeat
Lobstertails
Shrimp
Scallops
FISH
AT BEEP
Turn over. Separate fillets when
partially thawed if possible.
Separate and rearrange.
FISH Turn over.
FISH
FISH
FISH
FISH
Break apart. Turn over.
Turn over and rearrange.
Separate and rearrange.
Separate and rearrange.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Carefully separate fillets under cold
water.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Run cold water over to finish defrosting.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Cover head and tail with foil; do not let
foil touch sides of microwave. Finish
defrosting by immersing in cold water.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
Place in a microwavable baking dish.
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DEFROSTING TIPS
• When using Auto Defrost, the weight to be entered
is the net weight in pounds and tenths of pounds
(the weight of the food minus the container).
• Before starting, make sure you have removed any
of the metal twist-tieswhich often come with frozen
food bags, and replace them with strings or elastic
bands,
• Open containers such as cartons before they are
placed in the oven.
• Always slit or pierce plastic pouches or packaging.
• If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place it in a
suitable container.
• Slit the skins, if any, of frozen food such as
sausage.
• Bend plastic pouches of food to ensure even
defrosting.
• Always underestimate defrosting time, Ifdefrosted
food is still icy in the center, return it to the
microwave oven for more defrosting.
• The length of defrosting time varies according to
how solidly the food is frozen,
• The shape of the package affects how quickly food
will defrost, Shallow packages will defrost more
quickly than a deep block.
• As food begins to defrost, separate the pieces,
Separated pieces defrost more easily,
• Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts
of food such as chicken wings, leg tips, fish tails, or
areas that start to get warm. Make sure the foil does
not touch the sides, top, or bottom of the oven. The
foil can damage the oven lining.
• For better results, let food stand after defrosting.
(For more information on standing time, see the
"Microwave Cooking Tips" section,)
• Turn over food during defrosting or standing time,
Break apart and remove food as required.
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Using Quick Touch
Your oven's menu has been preprogrammed to cook
food automatically. Tell the oven what you want.
Then let you microwave oven cook your selections.
POPCORN
Popcorn letsyou pop 3.0, and 3.5 ounce
bags of commercially packaged microwave
popcorn. Pop only one package at a time. If you
are using a microwave popcorn popper, follow
manufacturer's instructions.To set your microwave
oven correctly, follow this chart:
Example: To pop a 3.0 oz. bag.
Touch: Display Shows:
3,/3
L/
once for 3.5 oz
twice for 3.0 oz
Time counting down and
COOK.
When the cook time isover,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
PIZZA
Pizza lets you reheat up to 3 slices of pizza.
A slice is based on a 5 ounce slice.
NOTE:
= Place on a low plate & paper towel.
= Do not cover.
Example: To reheat 2 slices of Pica.
Touch: Display Shows:
2
once for 1 slice
twice for 2 slices
three times for 3 slices
Time counting down and
COOK.
When the cook time isover,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
FROZEN ENTREE
Frozen Entree lets you cook 10 and 20 ounce plates of
commercially packaged microwave frozen entree
without entering cooking times and power levels.
Remove tray from outer carton.
Do not remove film cover, but cut itto vent.
Example: To reheat a 20 oz. frozen entree.
Touch: Display Shows:
2L7
once for 10 oz
twice for 20 oz
Time counting down and
COOK.
When the cook time is over,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
POTATO
The Potato lets you cook potatoes with preset times and
cook powers. You can choose from 1 to 4 potatoes.
NOTE:
• Cookingtimesare based on an average8 ounce potato.
• Before baking, pierce potato with fork several times.
After baking, let stand for 5 minutes.
Example: To cook 2 Potatoes.
Touch: Display Shows:
2
once for 1 potato
twice for 2 potatoes
three times for 3 potatoes
four times for 4 potatoes
Time counting down and
COOK.
When the cook time is over,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
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AUTO COOK
Auto Cook provides four preset categories for
cooking.
Example: To cook 2 cups of Casserole.
Touch:
Display Shows:
1. , i!i,iii, flc-v
Choose food category.
Category Touch pad
of Time(s)
Fresh
1
vegetable
Frozen 2
vegetable
Rice 3
Casserole 4
Touch:
2.
Display Shows:
Time counting down and
COOK.
Enter quantity/servings.
Category Number of
cups
Fresh
vegetable 1 - 4 cups
Frozen 1 - 4 cups
vegetable
Rice 1 - 2 cups
Casserole 1 - 4 cups
When the cook time is over,
you will hear four beeps and End will display.
COOKING GUIDE FOR AUTO COOK
CODE CATEGORY DIRECTIONS
FRESH
VEGETABLE
FROZEN
VEGETABLE
RICE
CASSEROLE
QUANTITY
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
1 cup
2 cups
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
Place in a microwavable bowl or
casserole.
Add water according to the quantity.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Let stand 3 minutes.
* 1-2 cups: add 2 tbsp water.
* 3-4 cups: add 2 tbsp water.
Place in a microwavable bowl or
casserole.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Let stand 3 minutes.
* 1-2 cups: add 2 tbsp water.
* 3-4 cups: add 2 tbsp water.
Place in a microwavable bowl or
casserole.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Let stand 5 minutes.
Place in a microwavable bowl or
casserole.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Stir and let stand 3 minutes.
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AUTO REHEAT
Auto Reheat provides four preset categories for
reheating,
Example: To reheat 2 servings of Dinner plate.
Touch: Display Shows:
1.
r/'/- /
Choose food category.
Touch pad
Category of Time(s)
Dinner plate 1
Soup/sauce 2
Casserole 3
Roll/Muffin 4
Touch:
2.
Display Shows:
Time counting down and
COOK.
Enter quantity/servings.
Category Number of
cups/Items
Dinner plate 1-2servinqs
Soup/sauce 1-4 cups
Casserole 1-4 cups
Roll/Muffin 1-4 pieces
When the cook time is over,
you will hear four beeps and End will display,
COOKING GUIDE FOR AUTO REHEAT
CODE CATEGORY SERVING AMOUNT DIRECTION
1 DINNER PLATE
SOUP/SAUCE
CASSEROLE
ROLL/MUFFIN
1 serving (10 oz.)
2 servings (15 oz.)
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
1 piece (2 oz.)
2 pieces (4 oz.)
3 pieces (6 oz.)
4 pieces (8 oz.)
Place on a low plate.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Let stand 3 minutes.
Place in shallow microwavable casserole.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Stir and let stand 3 minutes.
Place in a microwavable bowl or casserole.
Cover with plastic wrap.
Stir and let stand 3 minutes.
Place on paper towel.
Do not cover.
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Carin for Your Microwave Oven
To make sure your microwave oven looks good and works well for a long time, you should
maintain it properly. For proper care, please follow these instructions carefully.
For interior surfaces: Wash often with warm, sudsy
water and a sponge or
soft cloth,
Use only mild,
nonabrasive soaps or a
mild detergent. Be sure
to keep the areas clean
where the door and
oven frame touch
when closed. Wipe well
with clean cloth,
Over time, stains can occur on the surfaces as the
resultof food particles spattering during cooking, This
is normal.
For stubborn soil, boila cup of water in the oven for 2
to 3 minutes. Steamwill
soften the soil, To get rid
of odors inside the oven,
boil a cup of water with
some lemon juice or
vinegar in it,
To clean turntable and turntable support, wash in
mild,sudsy water; for
Glass turntable heavily soiled areas use
a mild cleanser and
scouring sponge, The
turntable and turntable
support are dishwasher
safe,
support
For exterior surfaces and control panel: Use a soft
age the control panel and the
oven surfaces,
cloth with spray glass
cleaner, Apply the spray
glass cleaner to the soft
cloth; do not spray
directly on the oven,
NOTE: Abrasive
cleansers, steel wool
pads, gritty wash
cloths, some paper
towels, etc., can dam-
interior and exterior
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CARING FOR THE FILTERS
The grease filters should be removed and cleaned
often, at least once a month,
Grease filters (Part No. 5230W1A012A):
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. To remove grease filters,slide each filter to the
side, Pull filters downward and push to the other
side, The filterwill drop out,
3. Soak grease filters in hot water and a mild
detergent, Scrub and swish to remove embedded
dirt and grease, Rinse well and shake to dry, Do
not clean filters with ammonia, corrosive cleaning
agents such as lye-based oven cleaners, or place
them in a dishwasher. The filters will turn black or
could be damaged,
4. To replace grease filters, slide filter in the frame slot
on one side of the opening, Push filter upward and
push to the other side to lock into place.
5. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power,
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REPLACING THE COOKTOP
AND OVEN LIGHTS
The cooktop light
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. Remove the bulb cover mounting screws.
3. Replace bulb with candelabra-base 30-watt bulb
(Part No, 6912W3Q001 A) available from Sears by
calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®
4. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
The oven light
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. Remove the vent grille mounting screws.
3. Tip the grille forward, then lift out to remove.
Bulb holder
4. Lift up the bulb holder.
5. Replace the bulb with a candelabra-base 30-watt
bulb (Part No, 6912W3Q001A) available from
Sears by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®
6. Slide the top of the vent grille into place. Push the
bottom until it snaps into place, Replace the
mounting screws,
7. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
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MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS
Amount of food
• If you increase or decrease the amount of food
you prepare, the time it takes to cook that food will
also change. For example, if you double a recipe,
add a little more than half the original cooking time.
Check for doneness and, if necessary, add more
time in small increments,
Starting temperature of food
• The lower the temperature of the food being put
into the microwave oven, the longer it takes to cook.
Food at room temperature will be re-heated more
quickly than food at refrigerator temperature,
Composition of food
• Foodwith a lot of fat and sugar will be heated
faster than food containing a lot of water, Fat and
sugar will also reach a higher temperature than
water in the cooking process,
• The more dense the food, the longer it takes to
heat. "Very dense" food like meat takes longer to
heat than lighter, more porous food like sponge
cakes,
Sizeandshape
• Smaller pieces of food willcook faster thanlarger
pieces, Also, same shaped pieces cook more
evenly than different-shaped pieces.
• With foods that have different thicknesses, the
thinner partswill cook faster than the thicker parts,
Place the thinner partsof chicken wings and legs in
the center of the dish.
Stirring, turning foods
• Stirringand turning foods spreads heat quicklyto
the center of the dish and avoids overcooking at the
outer edges of the food,
Covering food
Cover food to:
• Reduce splattering
• Shorten cooking times
• Keep food moist
You can use any covering that lets microwaves pass
through, See "Getting to Know Your Microwave
Oven" for materials that microwaves will pass
through.
Releasingpressurein foods
• Several foods (for example: baked potatoes,
sausages, egg yolks, and some fruits) are tightly
covered by a skin or membrane. Steam can build up
under the membrane during cooking, causing the
food to burst. To relieve the pressure and to prevent
bursting, pierce these foods before cooking with a
fork, cocktail pick, or toothpick,
Usingstandingtime
• Always allow food to stand aftercooking.
Standing time after defrosting and cooking allows
the temperature to evenly spread throughout the
food, improving the cooking results,
• The length of the standing time depends on how
much food you are cooking and how dense it is.
Sometimes it can be as short as the time it takes
you to remove the food from the oven and take it to
the serving table, However,with larger, denser food,
the standing time may be as long as 10 minutes.
Arranging food
For best results, place food evenly on the plate. You
can do this in several ways:
• If you are cooking several items of the same
food, such as baked potatoes, place them in a ring
pattern for uniform cooking,
• When cooking foods of uneven shapes or
thickness, such as chicken breasts, place the
smaller or thinner area of the food towards the
center of the dish where it will be heated last,
• Layer thin slices of meat on top of each other,
• When you cook or reheat whole fish, score the
skin - this prevents cracking.
• Do not let food or a container touch the top or sides
of the oven, This will prevent possible arcing,
Usingaluminumfoil
Metal containers should not be used in a microwave
oven. There are, however, some exceptions, If you
have purchased food which is prepackaged in an
aluminum foil container, refer to the instructionson
the package, When using aluminum foil containers,
cooking times may be longer because microwaves
will only penetrate the top of the food. If you use
aluminum containers without package instructions,
follow these guidelines:
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MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS (CONT.)
Using aluminum foil (cont.)
• Place the container in a glass bowl and add some water so that it covers the bottom of the container, not
more than 1/4in, (,64 cm) high. This ensures even heating of the container bottom,
• Always remove the lid to avoid damage to the oven.
• Use only undamaged containers.
• Do not use containers taller than 3/4 in. (1.9 cm),
• Container must be at least half filled,
• To avoid arcing, there must be a minimum 1/4in. (,64 cm) between the aluminum container and the walls of
the oven and also between two aluminum containers,
• Always place the container on the turntable,
• Shield with small pieces of aluminum foil, parts of food that may cook quickly, such as wing tips and leg
ends of poultry.
• Heating food in aluminum foil containers usually takes up to double the time compared to reheating in
plastic,glass, china, or paper containers,
The time when food is ready will vary depending upon the type of container you use.
• Let food stand for 2 to 3 minutes after heating so that heat is spread evenly throughout container,
Cooking you should not do in your microwave oven
• Do not do canning of foods in the oven. Closed glassjars may explode, resulting in damage to the oven,
• Do not use the microwave oven to sterilize objects (baby bottles, etc,), It is difficultto keep the oven at the
high temperature needed for sterilization.
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Questions and Answers
QUESTIONS ANSWERS
Can I operate my microwave oven without the No. If you remove or turn over the turntable, you
turntable or turn the turntable over to hold a large will get poor cooking results, Dishes used in
dish? your oven must fit on the turntable,
Can I use either metalor aluminum pans in my
microwave oven?
You can use aluminum foil for shielding (use
small, flat pieces), small skewers, and shallow
foil trays (if tray is not taller than 3/4 in, [1.9 cm]
deep and is filled with food to absorb microwave
energy), Never allow metal to touch walls or
door,
Is it normal for the turntable to turn in either direction? Yes. The turntable rotates clockwise or counter-
clockwise, depending on the rotation of the
motor when the cooking cycle begins,
Sometimes the door of my microwave oven appears This appearance is normal and does not affect
wavy, Is this normal? the operation of your oven,
What are the humming noisesthat I hearwhen my You may hear the sound of the transformer
microwave oven is operating? when the magnetron tube cycles on,
Why does the dish become hot when I microwave As the food becomes hot it will conduct the heat
food in it? I thought that this should not happen, to the dish, Be prepared to use hot pads to
remove food after cooking,
What does "standing time" mean? "Standing time" means that food should be
removed from the oven and covered for
additional time to allow it to finish cooking, This
frees the oven for other cooking,
Why does steam come out of the air exhaust vent? Steam is normally produced during cooking, The
microwave oven has been designed to vent this
steam out the vents.
Can I pop popcorn in my microwave oven? Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn
How do I get the best results? following manufacturer's guidelines, Do not use
regular paper bags,
Do not repop unpopped kernels. Do not pop
popcorn in glass cookware.
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Troubleshooting
Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind, Check the
lists below and on the next page before calling for assistance or service, If you still need help, call Sears Service
at 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®
MICROWAVE OVEN DOES NOT WORK
PROBLEM CAUSE
Nothingworks. • The power supply cord is not plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. (See the
Electrical Requirements" section on page 6 and the "Electrical connection"
section on Page 8,)
• A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped,
• The electric company has had a power failure.
The microwave oven will
not run.
• You are using the oven as a timer. Touch STOP/Clear to cancel the Kitchen
Timer.
• The door is not firmly closed and latched.
• You did not touch START.
• You did not follow directions exactly.
• An operation that you set earlier is still running. Touch STOP/Clear to cancel that
operation.
COOKING TIMES
PROBLEM CAUSE
Food is not cooked
enough.
• The electric supply to your home or wall outlets is low or lower than normal. Your
electric company can tell you if the line voltage is low, Your electrician or service
technician can tell you if the outlet voltage is low,
• The cook power is not at the recommended setting,
Check the chart on Page 15,
The display shows a time • The oven door is not closed completely,
counting down but the oven • You have set the controls as a kitchen timer. Touch STOP/Clear to cancel the
is not cooking. Kitchen Timer.
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TURNTABLE
PROBLEM CAUSE
The turntablewill not turn.
• The turntable is not correctly in place. It should be correct-side up and sitting
firmly on the center hub.
• The support is not operating correctly, Remove the turntable and restart the
oven. If the support still does not move, call Sears Service at
1-800-4-MY-HOME®,Cookingwithout the turntable can give you poor results.
TONES
PROBLEM CAUSE
You do not hear the • You have not entered the correct command,
programming or end-oF
cycle tone,
DISPLAY MESSAGES
PROBLEM CAUSE
The display is flashing" : ". • There has been a power interruption, Reset the clock, (See the "Clock" section
on Page 12.)
Ifnone of these items are causing your problem, call Sears Service at 1-800-4-MY-HOME®
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