The Clock is a 12-hour (12:00-11:59) or 24-hour (0:00-23:59) clock.
Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach Clock submenu, and follow the prompts to set the Clock. Clock format (12 hours with AM and PM or hours) may also be set in the Clock submenu.
Timer
With the microwave oven in standby mode, touch the Timer control, enter time, then touch the Timer control or the Start control. Cook functions may be entered while the Timer is counting down. To cancel timer, touch Timer control while the Timer countdown is active in the display.
Control Lock
Activate to avoid unintended start. Touch and hold the Cancel control for about 3 seconds until 2 tones sound and padlock icon appears in the display. Repeat to unlock control.
Options/Clock
Eleven options/settings may be adjusted: 1-Clock; 2-Scrolling Speed; 3-Sound; 4-Language (English or French); 5-Energy Save; 6-Filter Alert; 7-30 Minute Fan Timer; 8-Light Timer; 9-Temp Calibration (on convection models); 10-Demo Mode; 11-Factory Reset.
Vent Fan
Various speeds, ranging from high to low, and off. Comes on automatically as cooling fan during any cook function.
30Minute Fan Timer: Set vent fan to run for exactly 30 minutes, or to run for only 30 minutes more (off after 30 minutes). The vent fan may be turned off at any time using the Vent Fan control. Touch OPTIONS/ CLOCK to reach the 30 Minute Fan Timer submenu, and select the setting.
Auto Vent Fan: To keep the microwave oven from overheating, the auto vent fan will automatically turn on at high speed if the temperature from the range or cooktop below the microwave oven gets too hot. When this occurs, the vent fan cannot be turned off. “FAN ON for heat circulation” appears in the display.
Light Timer
Set the cooktop light to turn on and off at certain times. Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Light Timer submenu, and follow the prompts to set the light on time and light off time in hours and minutes, or to cancel Light Timer.
NOTE: Light Timer uses 12-hour clock only.
Filter Alert
Reset the filter status after replacing and/or cleaning the filters. Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Filter Alert submenu, and activate reset.
Sound (Tones)
Programming tones and signals. Key beep tones may be turned off, or all tones (including end-of-function signals) may be turned off. Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Sound submenu, then follow the prompts to turn off or on the programming tones or all tones.
Scroll Speed
Scroll speed of the text may be adjusted. Touch the OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Scrolling Speed submenu, and follow the prompts to set speed.
Demo Mode
Activate to practice using the control without actually turning on the magnetron. Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Demo Mode submenu, the follow the prompts to activate. The DEMO icon will light up in the display. Repeat to deactivate.
Energy Save
To conserve energy, the Clock will automatically turn off when the microwave oven goes into standby mode. Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Clock and Energy Save submenu, and follow the prompts to turn on Clock.
Language (on some models)
Language of the display text may be changed. Touch the OPTIONS/ CLOCK to reach the Language submenu, and follow the prompts to set language to English or French.
Calibrate Temp
The actual convection cooking temperature may be calibrated higher or lower than the displayed temperature. For example, if you want the microwave oven to be a bit hotter, you may try setting the calibration to +10°. Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Calibration submenu. The current setting will appear in the display with a checkmark next to it. Use number pads to select temperature variations in degrees Fahrenheit: 1= ±0° (reset to default), 2= +5° (+2.8°C), 3= +10° (+5.6°C), 4= +15° (+8.3°C), 5= +20° (+11.1°C), 6= -5° (-2.8°C), 7= -10° (-5.6°C), -8= -15° (-8.3°C) and 9= -20° (-11.1°C).
NOTE: The microwave oven will remember the setting after a power failure.
Features
CLEANRELEASE® Cavity Coating (on some models)
The durable, nonstick coating resists soil buildup by making cleaning easier. See “Microwave Oven Care” section.
6th SENSE® System
A sensor in the microwave oven detects moisture released from food as it heats, and adjusts the cooking time accordingly.
Convection Element and Fan
The convection element and fan are embedded in the wall of the microwave oven cavity, behind the metal screen.
Cooking Rack
Use the rectangular cooking rack only for 2-level cooking. To avoid damage to the microwave oven, always remove rack after 2-level cooking. To avoid damage to the microwave oven due to soil buildup, clean rack supports often.
Turntable
Turntable may be turned off for manual cooking only. This is helpful when cooking with plates that are bigger than the turntable, or when cooking with plates that are side by side. Turntable cannot be turned off during preset or sensor (on some models) functions.
Accessories
Convection Rack
Use the short convection rack for convection cycles (baking or roasting). Place cookware directly on rack for bake and for some roast functions. Some roast functions require that the food be placed directly on the rack. Use a microwave-safe, ovenproof dish or pan under the rack to catch the drippings.
Steamer Vessel
Use the steamer vessel base, insert and lid for steaming, or use just the base and lid for simmering.
Use ovenproof, microwave-safe cookware to catch drippings.
For Use With Convection/Combination Cycles (on some models):
Metal bakeware may be used only during convection (bake) cycles. Use ovenproof, microwave-safe cookware for all other convection and combination cycles.
Do Not Use
Metal cookware and bakeware
Straw or wicker
Gold, silver or pewter
Non-approved meat thermometers, skewers
Twist ties
Foil liners, such as sandwich wrappers
Staples
Objects with gold or silver trim or with metallic glaze
To Test Cookware/Dinnerware: Place dish in microwave oven with 1 cup (250 mL) of water beside it. Program 1 minute of cook time at 100%. If dish becomes hot and the water stays cool, do not use the dish in the microwave oven.
Microwave Oven Use
For list of preset programs, see the Quick Reference Guide provided with your model.
Manual Cooking/Stage Cooking
Touch COOK TIME, touch number pads to enter time, touch COOK POWER (if not 100%), touch number pads to enter power level (10-90), then touch the Start control.
If programming additional stages (up to three), touch OPTIONS/ CLOCK to enter programming for the next stage, then enter the cook time and cook power of each, then touch the Start control.
Sensor Cooking
A sensor in the microwave oven detects moisture released from food as it heats, and adjusts the cooking time accordingly.
Make sure microwave oven has been plugged in for at least 1 minute.
Use microwave-safe dish with loose-fitting lid, or cover microwave-safe dish with plastic wrap and vent. For optimal performance, wait at least minutes after convection cooking or grilling (on some models) before sensor cooking.
Doneness
Adjust doneness for automatic cooking functions by touching COOK TIME repeatedly to scroll through “NORMAL,” “MORE DONE” or “LESS DONE” within the first 20 seconds of starting the cook cycle. Doneness cannot be adjusted for Defrost functions.
Add More Time
At the end of any cycle, “PRESS 0 TO ADD MORE TIME” scrolls in the display. Enter the additional time, if desired, and start the microwave oven. The cook power for all non-sensor cycles will be the same as in the finished cycle, but may be changed. If Add More Time is used after a sensor cycle, the cook power will be 100%, but may be changed.
Warm Hold
WARNING
Food Poisoning Hazard
Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before or after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.
Hot cooked food can be kept warm in the microwave oven. The Warm Hold function uses 10% cook power. Warm Hold can be used by itself or can be programmed to follow a cooking cycle. Opening the door during Warm Hold will cancel the function.
MICROWAVE OVEN CARE
General Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the microwave oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products.
To avoid damage to the microwave oven caused by arcing due to soil buildup, keep cavity, microwave inlet cover, cooking rack supports, and area where the door touches the frame clean.
Clean with mild soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge, or as indicated below.
Nonstick cavity coating (on some models): To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use metal or sharp utensils or scrapers, or any type of abrasive cleanser or scrubbers.
Cavity: Steam Clean function (on some models). See Quick
Reference Guide
Grease filter: mild soap and water or dishwasher.
Door and exterior: mild soap and water, or glass cleaner applied to paper towel.
Control panel: sponge or soft cloth and water.
Stainless steel (on some models): mild soap and water, then rinse with clean water and dry with soft cloth, or use stainless steel cleaner.
Turntable: mild soap and water or dishwasher.
Rack(s): mild soap, water and washcloth. Dishwasher cleaning is not recommended.
Installing/Replacing Filters and Light Bulbs
NOTE: A filter status indicator (on some models) appears in the display when it is time to replace the charcoal filter, and clean or replace the grease filters. See “Settings” section to reset filter status.
Grease filters: Grease filters are on the underside of microwave oven. Clean monthly, or as prompted by filter status indicator. Slide the filter away from the tab area, and drop out the filter. To reinstall, place end of the filter into the opening opposite the tab area, swing up the other end, and slide it toward the tab area.
Charcoal filters: The charcoal filters are behind the vent grille at the top front of the microwave oven. The charcoal filters cannot be cleaned, and should be replaced about every 6 months, or as prompted by filter status indicator. Remove two screws on the vent grille, tilt the grille forward, lift it out, and remove filter. To reinstall, place the filter into its slotted area – wire mesh side up, replace vent grille, and secure with screws.
Cooktop light: The cooktop light is located on the underside of the microwave oven, and is replaceable. Remove bulb cover screw, and open the bulb cover. Replace bulb, close bulb cover, and secure with screw.
Cavity light: The cavity light bulb is located behind the vent grille at the top front of the microwave oven, under the bulb cover, and is replaceable. Open door. Remove two screws on the vent grille, tilt the grille forward, and lift it out. Remove right side charcoal filter. Open bulb cover and replace bulb. Close bulb cover, replace charcoal filter, replace vent grille, and secure with screws.
ACCESSORIES
Following is a list of available parts and supplies which may be purchased separately. Please refer to the cover for contact and model identification information.
Replacement Parts
Turntable
Turntable support and rollers
Turntable hub
Cooking rack
Rack clip
Rack support
Grease filter
Charcoal filter
Cooktop light bulb
Cavity light bulb
Provided Accessories
Convection rack
Steamer vessel
Cleaning Supplies
Heavy Duty Degreaser
affresh® Kitchen Appliance Cleaner
affresh® Stainless Steel Cleaner
affresh® Stainless Steel Wipes
PROBLEM SOLVER
First try the solutions suggested here. If you need further assistance or more recommendations that may help you avoid a service call, refer to the warranty page in this manual and scan the code with your mobile device.
Contact us by mail with any questions or concerns at the address below:
In the U.S.A.: Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
In Canada: Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Centre 200 – 6750 Century Ave. Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
If you experience
Recommended Solutions
Microwave oven will not operate
Check the following:
Household fuse or circuit breaker - If a household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped, replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
Magnetron - Try to heat 1 cup (250 mL) of cold water for 2 minutes at 100% cooking power. If water does not heat, try the steps in the bullets below. If microwave oven still does not operate, call for service.
Door - Firmly close door. On some models, if a packaging spacer is attached to inside of the door, remove it, then firmly close door. If a message about the door appears in the display, the door has been closed for 5 minutes or more without the microwave oven being started. This occurs to avoid unintended starting of the microwave oven. Open and close the door, then start the cycle.
Control - Make sure control is set properly. Make sure Control Lock is off. Make sure Demo Mode (on some models) is off.
Arcing in the microwave oven
Check the following:
Soil buildup - Soil buildup on cavity walls, microwave inlet cover, cooking rack supports, and area where the door touches the frame can cause arcing. See “General Cleaning” in “Microwave Oven Care” section.
Turntable alternates rotation directions
This is normal and depends on motor rotation at the beginning of the cycle
Display shows messages
“Enter Clock” with flashing digits means there has been a power failure. Reset the clock.
A letter followed by a number is an error indicator. Call for assistance.
Odor and smoke coming from microwave oven during convection cooking (on some models)
This is normal for the first few convection cycles. The odor will dissipate with repeated use.
Fan running during cooktop usag
This is normal. The microwave oven’s cooling fan, which is separate from the vent fan, automatically comes on during microwave oven operation to cool the microwave oven. It may also automatically come on and cycle on and off to cool the microwave oven’s controls while the cooktop below is being used.
Radio, TV or cordless phone interference
Check the following:
Proximity - Move the receiver away from the microwave oven, or adjust the radio or TV antenna.
Soil - Make sure the microwave oven door and sealing surfaces are clean.
Frequency - Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones and home wireless networks may experience static or noise while microwave oven is on. Use a corded phone, a different frequency cordless phone or avoid using these items during microwave oven operation.
