Microwave
Use & Care Manual
Over-the-Range Microwave Oven
&
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Series
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Safety Information . .
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Grounding Instructions 9
Operating
Instructions . . . . . .
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Features . . . . . .10, 32–34
Care and
Cleaning . . . . . . . . .
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Troubleshooting . . 40–41
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Warranty & Service . . . . 42–44
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Getting Started . . . . . .11
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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.
Do Not Place any object between the
oven front face and the door or allow soil
or cleaner residue to accumulate on
sealing surfaces.
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.
The Oven Should Not be adjusted or
repaired by anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to
minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage,
personal injury or loss of life.
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Before you call for service, there are a
few things you can do to help us serve
you better.
Read this manual.
It contains instructions to help you use
and maintain your microwave properly.
If you received a damaged
oven...immediately contact the dealer
(or builder) that sold you the oven.
Save time and money.
Check the section titled “Troubleshooting”
before calling. This section helps you solve
common problems that might occur. If you
do need service, you can relax knowing help
is only a phone call away. A list of toll-free
customer service numbers is included in
the back of this manual. Or call Frigidaire
Consumer Services at 1-800-944-9044,
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
NEED HELP? Help us, help you: 1-800-944-9044.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INFORMATION
BEFORE USING
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WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, burns, electric shock, injury to persons, or
exposure to excessive microwave energy when using your appliance,
follow basic precautions, including the following sections.
• Read and follow the specific “Precautions
to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive
Microwave Energy” on page 2.
• This appliance must be grounded.
Connect only to properly grounded
outlet. See Grounding Instructions
section on page 9.
• Do not mount this appliance over a sink.
• Install or locate this appliance only in
accordance with the provided
Installation Instructions.
• This over-the-range oven was designed
for use over ranges no wider than 42
inches. It may be installed over both gas
and electric cooking equipment.
• Do not operate this appliance if it has a
damaged power cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
• Do not cover or block any openings on
the appliance.
• Use this appliance only for its intended
use as described in this manual. Do not
use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this
appliance. This microwave oven is
specifically designed to heat, dry or cook
food, and is not intended for laboratory
or industrial use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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This microwave oven is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges.
This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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• Do not store this appliance outdoors.
Do not use this product near water—
for example, in a wet basement, near a
swimming pool or near a sink.
• Keep power cord away from heated
surfaces.
• Do not immerse power cord or plug in
water.
• See door surface cleaning instructions in
the Care and Cleaning section(s) of this
manual.
• This appliance should be serviced only
by qualified service personnel. Contact
nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
• As with any appliance, close supervision
is necessary when used by children.
• To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
cavity:
— Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
appliance if paper, plastic or other
combustible materials are placed inside
the oven while cooking.
— Remove wire twist-ties and metal
handles from paper or plastic containers
before placing them in the oven.
— Do not use the oven for storage
purposes. Do not leave paper products,
cooking utensils or food in the oven
when not in use.
— If materials inside oven should ignite,
keep the oven door closed, turn the
oven off and disconnect the power cord,
or shut off power at the fuse or circuit
breaker panel. If the door is opened,
the fire may spread.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INFORMATION
BEFORE USING
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Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in
the oven. Arcing is caused by:
• The temperature probe in the
microwave but not inserted in the food.
• The metal shelf not installed correctly so
it touches the microwave wall.
• Metal or foil touching the side of
the oven.
• Foil not molded to food (upturned
edges act like antennas).
• Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or
gold-rimmed dishes, in the microwave.
• Recycled paper towels containing small
metal pieces being used in the
microwave.
Arcing
• Do not pop popcorn in your microwave
oven unless in a special microwave
popcorn accessory or unless you use
popcorn labeled for use in microwave
ovens.
• Some products such as whole eggs and
sealed containers—for example, closed
jars—will explode and should not be
heated in this microwave oven. Such use
of the microwave oven could result in
injury.
• Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven.
Pressure will build up inside egg yolk
and will cause it to burst, possibly
resulting in injury.
• Operating the microwave with no food
inside for more than a minute or two
may cause damage to the oven and could
start a fire. It increases the heat around
the magnetron and can shorten the life
of the oven.
• Foods with unbroken outer “skin”
such as potatoes, hot dogs, sausages,
tomatoes, apples, chicken livers
and other giblets, and egg yolks
should be pierced to allow steam
to escape during cooking.
Foods
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Special Notes About Microwaving
If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem.
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• Avoid heating baby food in glass jars,
even with the lid off. Make sure all infant
food is thoroughly cooked. Stir food to
distribute the heat evenly. Be careful to
prevent scalding when warming formula
or breast milk. The container may feel
cooler than the milk really is. Always test
the milk before feeding the baby.
• Spontaneous boiling—Under certain
special circumstances, liquids may start
to boil during or shortly after removal
from the microwave oven. To prevent
burns from splashing liquid, we
recommend the following: before
removing the container from the oven,
allow the container to stand in the oven
for 30 to 40 seconds after the oven has
shut off. Do not boil liquids in narrow-
necked containers such as soft drink
bottles, wine flasks and especially
narrow-necked coffee cups. Even if the
container is opened, excessive steam can
build up and cause it to burst or
overflow.
• Do not defrost frozen beverages in
narrow-necked bottles (especially
carbonated beverages). Even if the
container is opened, pressure can build
up. This can cause the container to
burst, possibly resulting in injury.
• Hot foods and steam can cause burns.
Be careful when opening any containers
of hot food, including popcorn bags,
cooking pouches and boxes. To prevent
possible injury, direct steam away from
hands and face.
• Do not overcook potatoes. They could
dehydrate and catch fire, causing
damage to your oven.
• Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—
meat to at least INTERNAL 160°F.
and poultry to at least INTERNAL
180°F. Cooking to these internal
temperatures usually protects against
foodborne illness.
Safety Fact
–
SUPERHEATED WATER
Microwaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they reach
the boiling point. They can actually get superheated and not bubble at all.
Superheated liquid will bubble up out of the cup when it is moved or when
something like a spoon or tea bag is put into it.
To prevent this from happening and causing injury, do not heat any liquid for
more than 2 minutes per cup. After heating, let the cup stand in the
microwave for 30 seconds before moving it or putting anything into it.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INFORMATION
BEFORE USING
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Make sure all cookware used in your
microwave oven is suitable for
microwaving. Most glass casseroles,
cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard
cups, pottery or china dinnerware which
does not have metallic trim or glaze with a
metallic sheen can be used. Some
cookware is labeled “suitable for
microwaving.”
• If you are not sure if a dish is microwave-
safe, use this test: Place in the oven both
the dish you are testing and a glass
measuring cup filled with 1 cup of
water—set the measuring cup either in or
next to the dish. Microwave 1 minute at
high. If the dish heats, it should not be
used for microwaving. If the dish
remains cool and only the water in the
cup heats, then the dish is microwave-
safe.
• If you use a meat thermometer while
cooking, make sure it is safe for use in
microwave ovens.
• Some styrofoam trays (like those that
meat is packaged on) have a thin strip of
metal embedded in the bottom. When
microwaved, the metal can burn the
floor of the oven or ignite a paper towel.
• Do not use recycled paper products.
Recycled paper towels, napkins and
waxed paper can contain metal flecks
which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper
products containing nylon or nylon
filaments should be avoided, as they may
also ignite.
• Do not use the microwave to dry
newspapers.
• Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in
microwave ovens. Check the package for
proper use.
• Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic
wrap can be used to cover dishes in order
to retain moisture and prevent
spattering. Be sure to vent plastic wrap
so steam can escape.
• Cookware may become hot because of
heat transferred from the heated food.
Pot holders may be needed to handle the
cookware.
• “Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly
closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced
or vented as directed by package. If they
are not, plastic could burst during or
immediately after cooking, possibly
resulting in injury. Also, plastic storage
containers should be at least partially
uncovered because they form a tight
seal. When cooking with containers
tightly covered with plastic wrap, remove
covering carefully and direct steam away
from hands and face.
Microwave-Safe Cookware
How to test for a microwave-safe dish.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Special Notes About Microwaving
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• Use foil only as directed in this manual.
TV dinners may be microwaved in foil
trays less than 3/4″ high; remove the top
foil cover and return the tray to the box.
When using foil in the microwave oven,
keep the foil at least 1 inch away from
the sides of the oven.
• Plastic cookware—Plastic cookware
designed for microwave cooking is very
useful, but should be used carefully. Even
microwave-safe plastic may not be as
tolerant of overcooking conditions as are
glass or ceramic materials and may
soften or char if subjected to short
periods of overcooking.
In longer exposures to overcooking, the
food and cookware could ignite. Follow
these guidelines:
1. Use microwave-safe plastics only and use
them in strict compliance with the
cookware manufacturer’s
recommendations.
2. Do not microwave empty containers.
3. Do not permit children to use plastic
cookware without complete supervision.
The Exhaust Fan
The fan will operate automatically under
certain conditions (see Automatic Fan
feature). Take care to prevent the starting
and spreading of accidental cooking fires
while the exhaust fan is in use.
• Clean the underside of the microwave
often. Do not allow grease to build up on
the microwave or the fan filters.
• In the event of a grease fire on the
surface units below the microwave oven,
smother a flaming pan on the surface
unit by covering the pan completely with
a lid, a cookie sheet or a flat tray.
• Use care when cleaning the exhaust fan
filters. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as
lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the
filters.
• When flaming foods under the
microwave, turn the exhaust fan off.
The fan, if operating, may spread the
flame.
• Never leave surface units beneath your
microwave oven unattended at high heat
settings. Boilovers cause smoking and
greasy spillovers that may ignite and
spread if the microwave exhaust fan is
operating. To minimize automatic fan
operation, use adequate sized cookware
and use high heat on surface units only
when necessary.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INFORMATION
BEFORE USING
Microwave-Safe Cookware
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WARNING
Improper use of the grounding
plug can result in a risk of
electric shock.
This appliance 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.
This appliance is equipped with a power
cord having a grounding wire with a
grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded.
Consult a qualified electrician or service
technician if the grounding instructions
are not completely understood, or if
doubt exists as to whether the appliance
is properly grounded.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall
outlet, it is your personal responsibility
and obligation to have it replaced with a
properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Do not under any circumstances cut or
remove the third (ground) prong from
the power cord.
Do not use an adapter plug with this
appliance.
Do not use an extension cord with this
appliance. If the power cord is too short,
have a qualified electrician or service
technician install an outlet near the
appliance.
For best operation, plug this appliance
into its own electrical outlet to prevent
flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or
tripping of circuit breaker.
Grounding Instructions
Optional Kits
Filler Panel Kits
JX40WH or JX46WH—White
JX41 or JX46BL—Black
JX40AL or JX46AL—Almond
When replacing a 36″ or 42″range hood,
filler panel kits fill in the additional width
to provide a custom built-in appearance.
For installation between cabinets only; not
for end-of-cabinet installation. Each kit
contains two 3″-wide filler panels. Two kits
are needed for a 42″ opening.
Filter Kits
JX81A—Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit
Filter kits are used when the microwave
oven cannot be vented to the outside.
Available at extra cost from your
Frigidaire supplier.
Ensure proper ground
exists before use.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Grounding Instructions/Optional Kits
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950 Watts
1. Temperature Probe.
Use with Temp Cook and Roast
functions only.
2.Shelf. Lets you microwave several
foods at once. Food microwaves best
when placed directly on the turntable.
3.Door Handle. Pull to open the door.
The door must be securely latched for
the microwave to operate.
4.Door Latches.
5.Window with Metal Shield. Screen
allows cooking to be viewed while
keeping microwaves confined
in the oven.
6. Receptacle for Temperature Probe.
Probe must be securely inserted into
the receptacle before the oven will
Temp Cook or Roast.
7.Touch Control Panel Display.
8.Cooktop Lights.
9.Grease Filters.
10.Removable Turntable. Turntable and
support must be in place when using
the oven. The turntable may be
removed for cleaning.
NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and
oven light are located on the inside walls
of the microwave oven. Model and serial
numbers are on a label inside the oven.
NOTE: This manual covers several models so the illustration may not look exactly
like your model. However, operating instructions for each of the features and functions
of your microwave will be found in this manual.
Microwave Features
Here is a quick guide to the features and
controls of your microwave oven.
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Time & Auto Features
Press Enter
Cook Time I & II Press once or twice Amount of cooking time.
Auto/Time Defrost Press once Food weight.
Press twice Amount of defrosting time.
Express Cook Starts immediately!
Power Level Power level 1–10.
Plus 30 Sec Starts immediately!
POPCORN
REHEAT
VEGETABLE
GROUND
MEATS
P OTATO
BEVERAGE
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Getting Started
You can microwave by time, temperature,
or with the sensor features.
(Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.)
Sensor Features
Press Enter Option
Popcorn Starts immediately! more/less time
Vegetable Starts immediately! more/less time
Fresh Vegetables Press once more/less time
Frozen Vegetables Press twice more/less time
Canned Vegetables Press three times more/less time
(on some models)
Reheat Starts immediately! more/less time
Beverage Starts immediately!
Potato Starts immediately! more/less time
Ground Meats Starts immediately! more/less time
1
4
5
6
3
2
AUTO/TIME
DEFROST
COOK
TIME
POWER
LEVEL
PLUS
30 SEC.
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
TEMP COOK
/ ROAST
PROBE
Temperature Features – Probe Cooking
Press Enter
Temp Cook/Roast Press once Desired food temperature.
Press twice Medium automatically selected.
Press three times Well automatically selected.
Press four times Simmer automatically selected.
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How to Change the Power Level
The power level may be entered or
changed immediately after entering the
feature time for COOK TIME, TIME
DEFROST or EXPRESS COOK. The
power level may also be changed during
time countdown.
1. Press COOK TIME or select
Time Defrost.
2. Enter cooking or defrosting time.
3. Press POWER LEVEL.
4. Select desired power level 1–10.
5. Press START.
Variable power levels add flexibility to
microwave cooking. The power levels on
the microwave oven can be compared to
the surface units on a range. High (power
level 10) or full power is the fastest way to
cook and gives you 100% power. Each
power level gives you microwave energy a
certain percent of the time. Power level 7
is microwave energy 70% of the time.
Power level 3 is energy 30% of the time.
A high setting (10) will cook faster but
food may need more frequent stirring,
rotating or turning over. Most cooking
will be done on High (power level 10).
A lower setting will cook more evenly and
need less stirring or rotating of the food.
Some foods may have better flavor,
texture or appearance if one of the lower
settings is used. Use a lower power level
when cooking foods that have a tendency
to boil over, such as scalloped potatoes.
Rest periods (when the microwave energy
cycles off) give time for the food to
“equalize” or transfer heat to the inside
of the food. An example of this is shown
with power level 3—the defrost cycle. If
microwave energy did not cycle off, the
outside of the food would cook before
the inside was defrosted.
Here are some examples of uses for
various power levels:
Power Level Best Uses
High 10 Fish, bacon, vegetables, boiling
liquids.
Med-High 7 Gentle cooking of meat and
poultry; baking casseroles
and reheating.
Medium 5 Slow cooking and tenderizing
such as stews and less tender
cuts of meat.
Low 2 or 3 Defrosting without cooking;
simmering; delicate sauces.
Warm 1 Keeping food warm without
overcooking; softening butter.
START
PAUSE
1
4
5
6
7
8
0
9
3
2
DISPLAY ON / OFF
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
POWER
LEVEL
Changing Power Levels
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Operating Instructions
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Cook Time I
Allows you to microwave for any time up
to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
Power level 10 (High) is automatically set,
but you may change it for more flexibility.
You may open the door during Cook Time
to check the food. Close the door and
press START to resume cooking.
1. Press COOK TIME.
2. Enter cooking time.
3.Change power level if you don’t want
full power. (Press POWER LEVEL.
Select a desired power level 1–10.)
4. Press START.
Cook Time II
Lets you change power levels
automatically during cooking. Here’s how
to do it:
1.Press COOK TIME.
2.Enter the first cook time.
3.Change the power level if you don’t
want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL.
Select a desired power level 1–10.)
4.Press COOK TIME again.
5.Enter the second cook time.
6.Change the power level if you don’t
want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL.
Select a power level 1–10.)
7.Press START.
At the end of Cook Time I, Cook Time II
counts down.
START
PAUSE
1
4
5
6
7
8
0
9
3
2
DISPLAY ON / OFF
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
COOK
TIME
Cook Time
Operating Instructions
Time features
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NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted.
Vegetable Amount Time Comments
Asparagus
(fresh spears) 1 lb. 6 to 9 min., In 1
1
⁄
2
-qt. oblong glass baking dish,
Med-High (7) place 1/4 cup water.
(frozen spears) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole.
Beans
(fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half 9 to 11 min. In 1
1
⁄
2
-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
(frozen green) 10-oz. package 6 to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
(frozen lima) 10-oz. package 6 to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
Beets
(fresh, whole) 1 bunch 17 to 21 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
Broccoli
(fresh cut) 1 bunch 7 to 10 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
(1
1
⁄
4
to 1
1
⁄
2
lbs.)
(fresh spears) 1 bunch 9 to 13 min. In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place
(1
1
⁄
4
to 1
1
⁄
2
lbs.) 1/4 cup water. Rotate dish after half of
time. (Turntable should be turned off.)
(frozen, 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole.
chopped)
(frozen spears) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
water.
Cabbage
(fresh) 1 medium head 8 to 11 min. In 1
1
⁄
2
- or 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup
(about 2 lbs.) water.
(wedges) 7 to 10 min. In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup
water.
Carrots
(fresh, sliced) 1 lb. 7 to 9 min. In 1
1
⁄
2
-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
(frozen) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
Cauliflower
(flowerets) 1 medium head 9 to 14 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
(fresh, whole) 1 medium head 10 to 17 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
(frozen) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
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Operating Instructions
Cooking Guide For Cook Time I & II
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Vegetable Amount Time Comments
Corn
(frozen kernel) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
Corn on
the cob
(fresh) 1 to 5 ears 3 to 4 min. In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place
per ear corn. If corn is in husk, use no water; if
corn has been husked, add 1/4 cup
water. Rearrange after half of time.
(Turntable should be turned off.)
(frozen) 1 ear 5 to 6 min. Place in 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish.
2 to 6 ears 3 to 4 min. Cover with vented plastic wrap.
per ear Rearrange after half of time.
(Turntable should be turned off.)
Mixed
vegetables
(frozen) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
water.
Peas
(fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. unshelled
9 to 12 min.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
(frozen) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
Potatoes
(fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes
9 to 12 min.
Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes. Place in
white) (6 to 8 oz. each) 2-qt. casserole with 1/2 cup water. Stir
after half of time.
(fresh, whole, 1 (6 to 8 oz.) 3 to 4 min. Pierce with cooking fork. Place in
sweet or white) center of the oven. Let stand 5 minutes.
Spinach
(fresh) 10 to 16 oz. 5 to 7 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place washed spinach.
(frozen, 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
chopped water.
and leaf)
Squash
(fresh, summer 1 lb. sliced 5 to 7 min. In 1
1
⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
and yellow)
(winter, acorn, 1 to 2 squash 8 to 11 min. Cut in half and remove fibrous
butternut)
(about 1 lb. each)
membranes. In 2-qt. oblong glass
baking dish, place squash cut-side-
down. Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes.
(Turntable should be turned off.)
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Operating Instructions
Cooking Guide For Cook Time I & II
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Time Defrost
Allows you to defrost for the length of
time you select. See the Defrosting Guide
for suggested times.
1. Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST twice.
2. Enter defrosting time.
3. Press START.
4. Turn food over when the oven signals.
5. Press START.
(Auto Defrost explained in the section on
Auto Features.)
Power level 3 is automatically set, but you
may change this for more flexibility. You
may defrost small items more quickly by
raising the power level after entering the
time. However, they will need more
frequent attention than usual.
Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting time
in about half; power level 10 cuts the total
time to approximately 1/3. Rotate or stir
food frequently.
At one half of selected defrosting time,
the oven signals TURN. At this time, turn
food over and break apart or rearrange
pieces for more even defrosting. Shield
any warm areas with small pieces of foil.
A dull thumping noise may be heard
during defrosting. This sound is normal
when the oven is not operating at
High power.
Defrosting Tips
• Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be
defrosted in the package. Tightly closed
packages should be slit, pierced or
vented AFTER food has partially
defrosted. Plastic storage containers
should be at least partially uncovered.
• Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners
can be defrosted and microwaved. If the
food is in a foil container, transfer it to a
microwave-safe dish.
• Foods that spoil easily, such as milk,
eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork,
should not be allowed to sit out for more
than one hour after defrosting. Room
temperature promotes the growth of
harmful bacteria.
• For more even defrosting of larger foods,
such as beef, lamb and veal roasts, use
Auto Defrost.
• Be sure large meats are completely
defrosted before cooking.
• When defrosted, food should be cool but
softened in all areas. If still slightly icy,
return to the microwave very briefly, or let
it stand a few minutes.
START
PAUSE
AUTO/TIME
DEFROST
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Time Features
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Food Time Comments
Breads, Cakes
Bread, buns or rolls (1 pc.) 1 min.
Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 3 to 5 min.
Fish and Seafood
Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 8 min. Place block in casserole. Turn over and
Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 5 to 7 min. break up after half the time.
Fruit
Plastic pouch—1 to 2 3 to 6 min.
(10-oz. package)
Meat
Bacon (1 lb.) 2 to 5 min. Place unopened package in oven.
Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting.
Franks (1 lb.) 2 to 5 min. Place unopened package in oven.
Microwave just until franks can be
separated. Let stand 5 minutes, if
necessary, to complete defrosting.
Ground meat (1 lb.) 5 to 7 min. Turn meat over after half the time.
Roast: beef, lamb, 12 to 16 min. Use power level 1.
veal, pork per lb.
Steaks, chops and cutlets 5 to 7 min. Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish.
per lb. Turn over after half the time and shield
warm areas with foil. When finished,
separate pieces and let stand to complete
defrosting.
Poultry
Chicken, broiler-fryer 15 to 19 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap
cut up (2
1
⁄2 to 3 lbs.) and turn over after half the time. When
finished, separate pieces and microwave
2 to 4 minutes more, if necessary.
Let stand to finish defrosting.
Chicken, whole 17 to 21 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. After half
(2
1
⁄2 to 3 lbs.) the time, unwrap and turn chicken over.
Shield warm areas with foil. Finish
defrosting. If necessary, run cold water in
the cavity until giblets can be removed.
Cornish hen 7 to 13 min. Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast-
per lb. side-up. Turn over after half the time.
Run cool water in the cavity until giblets
can be removed.
Turkey breast (4 to 6 lbs.) 5 to 9 min. Place unwrapped breast in dish breast-
per lb. side-down. After half the time, turn over
and shield warm areas with foil. Finish
defrosting. Let stand 1 to 2 hours in
refrigerator to complete defrosting.
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Defrosting Guide
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Plus 30 Seconds
This is a quick way to set cooking time
for 1–6 minutes.
Press one of the Express Cook pads (from
1 to 6) for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at
power level 10. For example, press the
2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.
The power level can be changed as time is
counting down. Press POWER LEVEL and
enter 1–10.
You can use this feature two ways:
• It will add 30 seconds to the time
counting down each time the pad is
pressed.
• It can be used as a quick way to set
30 seconds of cooking time.
PLUS
30 SEC.
1
4
5
6
3
2
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
Express Cook
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Time Features
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Auto Defrost
Auto Defrost automatically sets the
defrosting times and power levels to give
even defrosting results for meats, poultry
and fish.
1. Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST once.
2. Using the Conversion Guide at right,
enter food weight. For example, press
pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds (1 pound,
3 ounces).
3. Press START.
(Time Defrost is explained in the Time
Features section.)
The Auto/Time Defrost feature gives you
two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press
AUTO/TIME DEFROST once for Auto
Defrost or twice for Time Defrost.
Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and
fish. Use Time Defrost for most other
frozen foods.
Conversion Guide
If the weight of food is stated in pounds
and ounces, the ounces must be
converted to tenths (.1) of a pound.
Weight of Enter Food
Food in Weight
Ounces (tenths of
a pound)
1–2 .1
3.2
4–5 .3
6–7 .4
8.5
9–10 .6
11 .7
12–13 .8
14–15 .9
• Remove meat from package and place
on microwave-safe dish.
• Twice during defrost, the oven signals
TURN. At each TURN signal, turn the
food over. Remove defrosted meat or
shield warm areas with small pieces of
foil.
• After defrosting, most meats need to
stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting.
Large roasts should stand for about
30 minutes.
START
PAUSE
1
4
5
6
7
8
0
9
3
2
DISPLAY ON / OFF
POWER
LEVEL
PLUS
30 SEC.
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
AUTO/TIME
DEFROST
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Operating Instructions
Auto Features
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What happens when you use
the probe…
Cooking with the probe allows you to
heat food to a certain temperature. This
is the best way to cook many foods.
The Temperature Probe
NOTE: The turntable will not turn when
the probe is in use.
The temperature probe is a food thermo-
meter that monitors the temperature of
the food. The probe must be used when
using Temp Cook or Roast.
The probe is not recommended for
batters, doughs, frozen foods and foods
which are difficult to cook precisely by
temperature. Use the Cook Time setting
for these foods.
• Make sure the cable end is inserted all
the way into the oven wall receptacle.
• Insert the probe into the center of the
food. Make sure the handle does not
touch the food or the top or sides of the
oven.
• Do not leave the probe in the oven if it’s
not inserted in food. If it touches the
oven wall, it may damage the oven.
Cooking Tips
• Do not twist, drop or bend the probe.
• Be sure frozen food has been completely
defrosted before inserting the probe.
The probe may break off if used in
frozen foods.
• Cover foods loosely for moisture control
and quick, even heating.
• Use a lower power level with the probe;
foods will take longer to cook but they
will heat more evenly.
Temperature Probe
Cable
End
Handle
Appearance may vary
Sensor
Operating Instructions
Temperature Features
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Three Ways to Use the Temp
Cook/Roast Feature
1.You set the temperature you want.
Press TEMP COOK/ROAST once.
This is good for foods such as soups,
casseroles and beverages.
2.Temperature is automatically selected
for cooking roasts medium or well.
Roast Medium—Press TEMP
COOK/ROAST twice.
Roast Well—Press TEMP COOK/ROAST
three times.
See the Roasting Guide for suggestions.
3.Temperature is automatically selected
for slow cooking of foods (simmer).
Simmer—Press TEMP COOK/ROAST
4 times.
See the Simmer Guide for specific
directions.
How to Use the Probe and Set the
Temperature Yourself
1.Insert the temperature probe in the
center of a casserole and attach it
securely in the oven wall.
2.Press TEMP COOK/ROAST once.
3.Enter the desired food
temperature.
4.Change power level if you don’t want
full power. (Press POWER LEVEL.
Select a power level 1–10.)
5. Press START.
6.When the temperature is reached,
the microwave will signal. Food will be
held at this temperature for 60 minutes.
The oven beeps when the hold time
is complete.
START
PAUSE
1
4
5
6
7
8
0
9
3
2
DISPLAY ON / OFF
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
TEMP COOK
/ ROAST
PROBE
TEMP COOK
/ ROAST
PROBE
Temp Cook/Roast
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Temperature Features
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Roasting Guide
Doneness Approx. Time
Food Type
Selection (minutes per pound)
Beef (5 lb. max.) Medium 15–23
Tender Roast Well 23–30
Pork (5 lb. max.)
Loin Roast Well 23–30
Poultry (6 lb. max.)
Turkey Breast Well 16–19
What happens when you use the
probe for roasting…
For the two Roast settings, the probe
temperature is preprogrammed.
Food will be held at this temperature for 60
minutes. The oven beeps when hold time is
complete.
Just as in regular roasting, only tender
roasts should be roasted by using the
probe. Less tender roasts should be
microwaved by time.
How to Use the Probe with the
Roast Settings
1.Insert the probe in the roast and attach it
securely in the oven wall.
2.Roast Medium—Press TEMP
COOK/ROAST twice.
Roast Well—Press TEMP COOK/ROAST
three times.
3.Press START.
4.The microwave signals when it’s time to
turn the roast over. After you turn the
roast, close the door and press START.
NOTE: The oven continues to cook after the
signal whether or not roast is turned over.
Preparing Meats for Roasting
• Place a tender beef roast in a cooking
bag on a trivet in a microwave-safe dish.
(Refer to package instructions for
proper use of the cooking bag.)
• Insert the probe through the cooking
bag horizontally into the center meaty
area not touching bone or fat. Make sure
the handle does not touch the food or
top or sides of the oven.
• When using the probe in chicken, turkey
or other poultry, insert the probe
horizontally into the meatiest area.
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Receptacle
Operating Instructions
Temperature Features
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Beef
Pot Roast 5–7 Add enough liquid to just cover meat. If
adding vegetables, make sure they are
completely covered by liquid.
Chili 5–8 Precook meat. Stir after 3 hours, if possible.
Chicken
Stewing 4–6 Add 4 cups liquid. Insert probe into
meatiest area of thigh from below end and
parallel to leg. Turn over after 1/2 of time.
Broiler/Fryer 3–4 Same as above.
Ham/Pork
Roast 4–6 Add 4 cups liquid.
Soup
Stock/Vegetable 7–10 Make sure that vegetables and meat are
covered by liquid. Stir every 3 hours.
Split Pea 5–7 Add enough liquid to cover peas at least
2 inches. Stir after 3 hours.
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How to Use the Probe to Simmer
The Simmer feature heats food to 180°F.
and holds it at that temperature up to
12 hours or until you remove it and press
CLEAR/OFF.
1.Insert the temperature probe into the
food, resting it on the side of the dish.
Attach it securely in the oven wall.
2.Press TEMP COOK/ROAST 4 times to
select Simmer.
3.Press START. If you need to stir the food,
restart the oven by pressing START again.
When the simmer temperature is
reached, the oven holds the food at
that temperature until CLEAR/OFF
is pressed.
Food Type Hours* Comments
Simmer Guide
*Total time includes time to bring food to 180°F. and hold at that temperature until done.
Press TEMP COOK/ROAST
4 times to select Simmer.
Operating Instructions
Temperature Features
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What happens when
using the Sensor Features…
The Sensor Features detect the
increasing humidity released during
cooking. The oven automatically adjusts
the cooking time to various types and
amounts of food.
• The proper containers and covers are
essential for best sensor cooking.
• Always use microwave-safe containers
and cover them with lids or vented
plastic wrap. Never use tight sealing
plastic containers—they can prevent
steam from escaping and cause food to
overcook.
• Be sure the outside of
the cooking containers and the inside of
the microwave oven are dry before
placing food in the oven. Beads of
moisture turning into steam can mislead
the sensor.
Humidity Sensor
Dry off dishes so they don’t
mislead the sensor.
Vented
Covered
Operating Instructions
Sensor Features
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How to Use the Popcorn Feature
1.Follow package instructions, using Cook
Time if the package is less than 1.75
ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place
the package of popcorn in the center of
the microwave.
2.Press POPCORN. The oven starts
immediately.
If you open the door while “POPCORN”
is displayed, “SENSOR ERROR” will
appear. Close the door, press
CLEAR/OFF and begin again.
How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to
Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time
If you find that the brand of popcorn you
use underpops or overcooks consistently,
you can add or subtract 20–30 seconds to
the automatic popping time.
To add time:
After pressing POPCORN, press 9
immediately after the oven starts for an
extra 20 seconds.
Press 9 again to add another 10 seconds
(total 30 seconds additional time).
To subtract time:
After pressing POPCORN, press 1
immediately after the oven starts for 20
seconds less cooking time.
Press 1 again to reduce cooking time
another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds
less time).
Beverage
Press BEVERAGE to heat a cup of coffee
or other beverage.
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature
may be very hot. Remove the container
with care.
BEVERAGE
1
EXPRESS
COOK
9
POPCORN
NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf
when cooking popcorn.
Popcorn
Operating Instructions
Sensor Features
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How to Use the Reheat Feature
For reheating single servings of previously
cooked foods or a plate of leftovers.
1.Place covered food in the oven. Press
REHEAT. The oven starts immediately.
2.The oven signals when steam is sensed
and the time remaining begins counting
down.
Do not open the oven door until time is
counting down. If the door is opened,
close it and press START immediately.
After removing food from the oven, stir, if
possible, to even out the temperature. If
food is not hot enough, use Cook Time to
reheat for more time. Reheated foods may
have wide variations in temperature. Some
areas may be extremely hot.
How to Change the Automatic Settings
To reduce time by 10%:
Press 1 after the feature pad.
To add 10% to cooking time:
Press 9 after the feature pad.
Some Foods Not Recommended For
Use With Reheat
It is best to use Cook Time for these foods:
• Bread products.
• Foods that must be reheated uncovered.
• Foods that need to be stirred or rotated.
• Foods calling for a dry look or crisp
surface after reheating.
9
1
EXPRESS
COOK
REHEAT
NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf
when using the Reheat feature.
Reheat
Operating Instructions
Sensor Features
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Food Type Amount Comments
Canned Vegetables 4–16 oz. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Frozen Vegetables 4–16 oz. Follow package instructions for adding water.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Fresh Vegetables 4–16 oz. Add 1/4 cup water per serving.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Potato 1/2–2 lbs. Pierce skin with fork. Place potatoes
on the turntable.
Ground Meats 1/2–3 lbs. Use round casserole dish. Crumble meat
(Beef, Pork, Turkey) into dish. Cover with lid or vented plastic
wrap. Drain and stir at signal.
Vegetable, Potato, Ground Meats
Sensor Cooking gives you easy automatic
results with a variety of foods.
1.Place covered food in the oven. Press
the food pad. (For vegetables, press the
VEGETABLE pad once for fresh
vegetables, twice for frozen vegetables,
or three times for canned vegetables.)
The oven starts immediately.
2.The oven signals when steam is sensed
and time remaining is counting down.
Turn or stir the food if necessary.
Do not open the oven door until time is
counting down. If the door is opened,
close it and press START immediately.
NOTE: If the food is not done enough,
use Cook Time to cook for more time.
How to Change the Automatic Settings
(automatic settings for canned
vegetables cannot be adjusted on
some models)
You can adjust the cooking time for all
foods to suit your personal taste.
Reduce time by 10%:
Press 1 after the food pad.
Add 10% to cooking time:
Press 9 after the food pad.
9
1
EXPRESS
COOK
VEGETABLE
GROUND
MEATS
P OTATO
NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf
with Sensor Cooking.
Sensor Cooking
Cooking Guide
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Operating Instructions
Sensor Features
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Cooking Complete Reminder
Press to enter the time of day or to check
the time of day while microwaving.
1.Press CLOCK.
2.Enter time of day.
3.Select AM or PM.
4.Press START or CLOCK.
CLOCK
START
PAUSE
AM / PM
SCROLL SPEED
CLOCK
Clock
To remind you that you have food in the
oven, the oven will display “FOOD IS
READY” and beep once a minute until
you either open the oven door or press
CLEAR/OFF.
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Operating Instructions
Other Features
The scroll speed of the display can be
changed. Press and hold the AM/PM pad
about 3 seconds to bring up the display.
Select 1–5 for slow to fast scroll speed.
AM / PM
SCROLL SPEED
Scroll Speed
To turn the clock display off, press and
hold 0 for about three seconds.
To redisplay the clock, repeat.
0
DISPLAY ON / OFF
Display On/Off
In addition to starting many functions,
START/PAUSE allows you to stop
cooking without opening the door or
clearing the display.
START
PAUSE
Start/Pause
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Operating Instructions
Other Features
Delay Start
Delay Start allows you to set the microwave
to delay cooking up to 24 hours.
1.Press DELAY START.
2.Enter the time you want the oven to start.
(Be sure the microwave clock shows the
correct time of day.)
3.Select AM or PM.
4.Select any combination of Auto/Time
Defrost or Cook Time I & II.
5.Press START.
The Delay Start time will be displayed plus
“DS.” The oven will automatically start at
the delayed time.
The time of day may be displayed by
pressing CLOCK.
Surface Light
Press SURFACE LIGHT once for bright
light, twice for the night light or three
times to turn the light off.
Timer On/Off
Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer
and can be used at any time, even when
the oven is operating.
1.Press TIMER ON/OFF.
2.Enter time you want to count down.
3.Press TIMER ON/OFF to start.
When time is up, the oven will signal. To
turn off the timer signal, press TIMER
ON/OFF.
NOTE: The timer indicator will be lit
while the timer is operating.
Beeper Volume
The beeper sound level can be adjusted.
Press BEEPER VOLUME. Choose 0–3 for
mute to loud.
BEEPER
VOLUME
TIMER
ON / OFF
TIMER
ON / OFF
SURFACE
LIGHT
BRIGHT - NIGHT
OFF
START
PAUSE
AM / PM
SCROLL SPEED
DELAY
START
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Reminder
The Reminder feature can be used like an
alarm clock and can be used at any time,
even when the oven is operating. The
Reminder time can be set up to 24 hours
later.
1.Press REMINDER.
2.Enter the time you want the oven to
remind you. (Be sure the microwave
clock shows the correct time of day.)
3.Select AM or PM.
4.Press REMINDER. When Reminder
signal occurs, press REMINDER to turn
it off. The Reminder time may be
displayed by pressing REMINDER.
NOTE: The REM indicator will remain lit
to show that the Reminder is set. To clear
the Reminder before it occurs, press
REMINDER, then 0. The REM indicator
will no longer be lit.
Child Lock-Out
You may lock the control panel to prevent
the microwave from being accidentally
started or used by children.
To lock or unlock the controls, press and
hold CLEAR/OFF for about three
seconds. When the control panel is
locked, an “L” will be displayed to the
extreme right.
Turntable
For best cooking results, leave the
turntable on. It can be turned off for large
dishes. Press TURNTABLE to turn the
turntable on or off.
Sometimes the turntable can become too
hot to touch. Be careful touching the
turntable during and after cooking.
TURNTABLE
ON / OFF
CLEAR /
OFF
REMINDER
AM / PM
SCROLL SPEED
REMINDER
Operating Instructions
Other Features
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Operating Instructions
Other Features
Exhaust Fan
The exhaust fan removes steam and other
vapors from surface cooking.
Press EXHAUST once for high fan speed,
twice for low fan speed or a third time to
turn the fan off.
Automatic Fan
An automatic fan feature protects the
microwave from too much heat rising
from the cooktop below it. It automatically
turns on at low speed if it senses too
much heat.
If you have turned the fan on you may find
that you cannot turn it off. The fan will
automatically turn off when the internal
parts are cool. It may stay on for 30
minutes or more after the cooktop and
microwave controls are turned off.
Auto Nite Light
You can set the night light to turn on and
off automatically at any time you want.
1.Press AUTO NITE LIGHT.
2.Enter the time you want the light to turn
on. Select AM or PM.
3.Press AUTO NITE LIGHT again and
enter the time you want the light to turn
off. Select AM or PM.
4.Press AUTO NITE LIGHT.
NITE will stay lit to remind you that the
feature is set. You can review the Auto
Nite Light settings by pressing AUTO
NITE LIGHT.
To erase your settings and turn off the
automatic feature, press AUTO NITE
LIGHT, then 0.
0
AM / PM
SCROLL SPEED
AUTO
NITE LIGHT
EXHAUST
HI / LOW / OFF
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How to Use the Shelf When
Microwaving
Food microwaves best when placed on the
turntable or on the shelf in the lower
position.
For best cooking results, remove the shelf
unless you are cooking on two levels.
The lower position provides a flat surface
for placing dishes that may tilt if placed on
the turntable.
The lower position also allows you to place
2 dishes side-by-side. This is helpful for
casseroles or other cookware that may be
too tall to cook on two levels.
The upper position gives you the option to
reheat or cook more than one dish of food
at the same time.
Microwaving with the Shelf
For best results
Uneven results
2-level cooking
Feature Information
Two Position Shelf
• Make sure the shelf is positioned properly inside the microwave to prevent damage
to the oven from arcing.
• Do not use a microwave browning dish on the shelf. The shelf could overheat.
• Do not cook with the shelf on the microwave floor. This could damage the microwave.
• Use pot holders when handling the shelf—it may be hot.
• Do not use the shelf when cooking popcorn.
• Do not use the shelf with Sensor Cooking or Reheat.
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• To cook on 2 levels
or
• To cook 2 dishes on the lower level:
1 Double the cooking time.
2 Switch places after 1/2 the time and give
dishes 1/2 turn. (Place dense foods, or
those that require a longer cook time, on
the shelf first.)
• To reheat on 2 levels
or
• To reheat 2 dishes on the lower level:
1 Multiply reheat time by 1
1
/2.
2 Switch places after 1/2 the time.
Cooking and Reheating
Switch places after 1/2 time.
Switch places after 1/2 time.
Feature Information
Two Position Shelf
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Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is
caused by:
• the temperature probe staying in the oven but not inserted in
the food.
• the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the
microwave walls.
• metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
• foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like
antennas).
• metal such as twist ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
• recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
Covering Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce
cooking time. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper
allows excess steam to escape.
Shielding In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to
prevent over-browning. When microwaving, you use small strips of
foil to shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry,
which would cook before larger parts.
Standing Time When you cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes are
allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set. Standing time is
especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved
cake is not placed on a cooling rack.
Venting After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by
turning back one corner so excess steam can escape.
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Term Definition
Feature Information
Microwave Terms
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Open the oven door a few minutes after
cooking to air out the inside. An
occasional thorough wiping with a
solution of baking soda and water keeps
the inside fresh.
NOTE: Be certain the power is off before
cleaning any part of this oven.
Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and
Plastic Parts on the Door
Some spatters can be removed with a
paper towel, others may require a damp
cloth. Remove greasy spatters with a
sudsy cloth, then rinse with a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp
utensils on oven walls. Never use a
commercial oven cleaner on any part of
your microwave.
Removable Turntable and
Turntable Support
To prevent breakage, do not place the
turntable into water just after cooking.
Wash it carefully in warm, sudsy water or in
the dishwasher. The turntable and support
can be broken if dropped. Remember, do
not operate the oven without the turntable
and support in place.
Temperature Probe
Clean immediately after using. To clean,
wipe with sudsy cloth, then rub lightly with
plastic scouring ball if necessary. Rinse
and dry. The probe can also be washed in
the dishwasher.
Shelf
Clean with mild soap and water or in the
dishwasher. Do not clean in a self-cleaning
oven.
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Helpful Hints How to Clean the Inside
Care and Cleaning
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Case
Clean the outside of the microwave with a
sudsy cloth. Rinse and then dry. Wipe the
window clean with a damp cloth.
Control Panel and Door
Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.
Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts
of soap and water, abrasives or sharp
objects on the panel—they can damage it.
Some paper towels can also scratch the
control panel.
Door Surface
It’s important to keep the area clean
where the door seals against the
microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive
detergents applied with a clean sponge
or soft cloth. Rinse well.
Bottom
Clean off the grease and dust on the
bottom often. Use a solution of warm
water and detergent.
Stainless Steel (on some models)
To clean the surface use hot soapy water,
then rinse and dry. Do not use steel wool
pads or other abrasive cleaners. They will
scratch the surface.
Do not use cleaners containing
ammonia or alcohol on the
microwave oven. Ammonia or
alcohol can damage the appearance
of the microwave.
How to Clean the Outside
Care and Cleaning
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Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-
watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003),
available from your Frigidaire supplier.
1.To replace the bulb(s), first disconnect
the power at the main fuse or circuit
breaker panel or pull the plug.
2.Remove the screw at the front of the
light cover and lower the cover.
3.Be sure the bulb(s) to be replaced are
cool before removing. After breaking
the adhesive seal, remove the bulb by
gently turning.
4.Replace the screw. Connect electrical
power to the oven.
Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-
watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003),
available from your Frigidaire supplier.
1.To replace the oven light, first disconnect
the power at the main fuse or circuit
breaker panel or pull the plug.
2.Remove the top grille by taking out the
2 screws that hold it in place.
3.Next, remove the screw located above
the door near the center of the oven
that secures the light housing.
4.Replace the screw. Connect electrical
power to the oven.
Cooktop Light/Night Light Oven Light
REMOVE SCREWS
Care and Cleaning
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The exhaust fan has 2 metal reusable
grease filters.
Models that recirculate air back into the
room also use a charcoal filter.
Reusable Grease Filters
The metal filters trap grease released by
foods on the cooktop. They also prevent
flames from foods on the cooktop from
damaging the inside of the microwave.
For this reason, the filters must ALWAYS
be in place when the hood is used. The
grease filters should be cleaned once a
month, or as needed.
To remove, slide it to the rear using the
tab. Pull it down and out.
To clean the grease filter, soak it and
then swish it around in hot water and
detergent. Don’t use ammonia or
ammonia products because they will
darken the metal.
Light brushing can be used to remove
embedded dirt.
Rinse, shake and let it dry before
replacing.
To replace, slide the filter in the frame
slot on the back of the opening. Pull up
and to the front to lock into place.
The Exhaust Fan
Charcoal Filter
(on some models)
Reusable Grease Filters
(on all models)
Removing and Cleaning
the Filter
Care and Cleaning
The Exhaust Feature
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Charcoal Filter
(on some models)
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned.
It must be replaced. Order part No.
WB02X9883 from your Frigidaire supplier.
If the model is not vented to the outside,
the air will be recirculated through a
disposable charcoal filter that helps
remove smoke and odors.
The charcoal filter should be replaced
when it is noticeably dirty or discolored
(usually after 6 to 12 months, depending
on hood usage).
To Remove Charcoal Filter
To remove the charcoal filter, disconnect
power at the main fuse or circuit breaker
panel or pull the plug.
Remove the top grille by removing the
2 screws that hold it in place. Slide the filter
towards the front of the oven and remove it.
To Install Charcoal Filter
To install a new filter, remove plastic and
other outer wrapping from the new filter.
Insert the filter into the top opening of the
oven as shown. It will rest at an angle on
2 side support tabs and in front of the right
rear tab. Replace the grille and 2 screws.
Remove 2 grille screws to
remove the grille.
Care and Cleaning
The Exhaust Feature
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Troubleshooting
Before You Call For Service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review this list first and
you may not need to call for service.
“BAD PROBE” appears in the
display?
The probe has not been completely inserted
into the wall receptacle. Insert the probe
properly into the wall receptacle.
The probe is defective. Replace the probe.
Floor of the oven is warm,
even when the oven has not
been used?
The cooktop light is located below the oven
floor. When the light is on, the heat it
produces may make the oven floor get warm.
This is normal.
Food amount is too large for
Sensor Reheat?
Sensor Reheat is for single servings of
recommended foods. Use Cook Time for
large amounts of food.
“LOCKED” appears in the
display?
The control has been locked. Press and hold
CLEAR/OFF for about 3 seconds to unlock
the control.
Oven will not start?
A fuse in your home may be blown or the
circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset
circuit breaker.
Power surge. Unplug the microwave oven,
then plug it back in.
Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet. Make
sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully
inserted into wall outlet.
“PLEASE INSERT PROBE”
appears in the display?
Probe has been forgotten or not inserted
properly. Insert the probe properly into the
wall receptacle.
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Troubleshooting
Before You Call For Service…
“SENSOR ERROR” appears in
the display?
When using a Sensor feature, the door was
opened before steam could be detected. Do
not open door until steam is sensed and time
is shown counting down on display.
Steam was not detected in maximum amount
of time. Use Cook Time to heat for more
time.
You hear an unusual, low-
tone beep?
You have tried to start the Reminder without
a valid time of day. Start over and enter a valid
time of day.
You have tried to start the Auto Nite Light
without a valid time of day entered for the on-
time and off-time. Start over and enter a valid
time of day.
You have tried to turn the turntable on when
the probe is in use. The turntable will not
operate when the probe is in use.
You have tried to change the power level
when it is not allowed. Many of the oven’s
features are preset and cannot be changed.
Things That Are Normal
• Steam or vapor escaping from around the
door.
• Light reflection around door or outer
case.
• Dimming oven light and change in the
blower sound at power levels other than
high.
• Dull thumping sound while oven is
operating.
• TV-radio interference might be noticed
while using the microwave. Similar to the
interference caused by other small
appliances, it does not indicate a problem
with the microwave. Plug the microwave
into a different electrical circuit, move the
radio or TV as far away from the
microwave as possible, or check the
position and signal of the TV/radio
antenna.
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Consumer Services
WARRANTY
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MICROWAVE WARRANTY (USA Only)
Your microwave is protected by this warranty
Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record.
The date on the bill establishes the warranty period should service be required.
Your appliance is warranted by White Consolidated Industries, Inc. We authorize no person to change or add to any of our obligations under this
warranty. Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Frigidaire or an authorized Frigidaire servicer.
FULL ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
LIMITED 2ND
YEAR WARRANTY
(Microwave Oven)
LIMITED 2ND–10TH
YEAR WARRANTY
(Magnetron Tube)
LIMITED WARRANTY
(Applicable to the
State of Alaska)
WARRANTY
PERIOD
One year from original
purchase date.
Two years from original
purchase date.
Second through tenth
years from original
purchase date.
Time periods listed above.
FRIGIDAIRE, THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED
SERVICERS, WILL:
Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this
appliance which prove to be defective in materials or
workmanship.
Repair or replace any part of the microwave oven which
proves to be defective in materials or workmanship.
Provide a replacement for any magnetron tube which
proves to be defective in workmanship or material.
All of the provisions of the full warranties above and the
exclusions listed below apply.
THE CONSUMER WILL BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Costs of service calls that are listed under
NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE
CONSUMER.*
Cost of shipping the replacement part to the
nearest authorized servicer; and all labor and
service charges.
Cost of shipping the replacement part to the
nearest authorized servicer; and all labor and
service charges.
Costs of the technician’s travel to the home
and any costs for pick up and delivery of the
appliance required because of service.
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* NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER
This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and
the consumer is responsible for the items listed below:
1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with
the product.
2. Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions
provided with the appliance and in accordance with all local plumbing,
electrical and/or gas codes.
3. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage,
replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose connections or defects in
house wiring.
4. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal
of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are not a part of the appliance when
it was shipped from the factory.
5. Damages to finish after installation.
6. Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with
these features).
EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not cover the following:
1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE
AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS
WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.
Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or
material, or for appliances not in ordinary household use. The consumer shall
pay for such service calls.
3. Damages caused by services performed by servicers other than Frigidaire or
its authorized servicers; use of parts other than genuine Frigidaire Home
Products parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; or external
causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.
4. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered
and cannot be readily determined.
Consumer Services
WARRANTY (Continued)
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Consumer Services
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment
record. The date on the bill establishes the warranty period should
service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to
obtain and keep all receipts. This written warranty gives you specific
legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Frigidaire
Home Products:
800•944•9044
Frigidaire Home Products
P.O. Box 212378
Augusta, GA 30917
Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject
to change without notice. All warranties are made by White Consolidated
Industries, Inc. This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A.
and Puerto Rico.
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Part No. 164D3370P065 Rev. 1
Pub. No. 49-40065-1
FMT148
Printed in Korea
Visit Frigidaire Home Products’ Web Site at
http://www.frigidaire.com
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