User Manual KitchenAid YKMLS311HSS - 900-Watt Low Profile Microwave Hood Combination

• User Manual - (English, French)

• Installation Instructions - (English)

Table of contents

• OPERATING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
• MICROWAVE OVEN CARE
• TROUBLESHOOTING
• MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY

User manual Microwave Hood Combination

OPERATING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

Settings

Clock

The clock is a 12-hour (12:00-11:59) clock. Touch SETUP/CLOCK, enter time, then touch SETUP/CLOCK or the Start control.

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 keypad for about 3 seconds until 2 tones sound and the CONTROL LOCKED appears in the display. When locked, touching any button on the keyboard (except for the hood control buttons and Cancel) will not work. Repeat to unlock control.

Vent Fan

Press the Vent Fan keypad once for High setting. You may press this keypad repeatedly and choose a different speed. There are four available speeds HIGH--->MEDIUM--->MEDIUM LOW-- LOW--->OFF. Choose the speed you want.

To keep the microwave oven from overheating, the auto hood 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 hood fan cannot be turned off.

Vent Light

Pressing Vent Light keypad adjusts the vent light setting among HIGH -> LOW -> OFF.

SETUP/CLOCK

Press SETUP/CLOCK repeatedly, there are various options/setting may be adjusted:

1-Clock; 2-Sound; 3-Scrolling Speed; 4-Language; 5-Filter Reset; 6-Fan Timer; 7-Demo Mode; 8-Factory Reset.

Sound (Tones)

Keypad tones and volume can be adjusted. Press SETUP/CLOCK to reach the Sound submenu.

1. Button Tones On and Off: Press 1-On 2-Off
2. Volume: Press 1-Low, 2-Med, 3-High

Pressing the Start keypad, pressing the SETUP/CLOCK keypad will save.

Scroll Speed

Scrolling speed options will be between Low, Medium and High speeds. Press SETUP/CLOCK to reach the scrolling speed submenu. Once you select speed, press start or SETUP/CLOCK keypad will save.

Language

There are two languages supported: English and French. Press SETUP/CLOCK to reach the Language submenu. Once options for language is selected you’ll have two options. Press start or SETUP/CLOCK keypad will save.

Filter Reset

Reset the filter status after replacing and/or cleaning the filters. Touch SETUP/CLOCK to reach the Filter Reset submenu, and activate reset.

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 keypad. Touch SETUP/CLOCK to reach the Fan Timer submenu and select the setting.

Demo Mode

Activate to practice using the control without actually turning on the magnetron. Touch SETUP/CLOCK to reach the Demo mode submenu, then follow the prompts to activate. The Clock or : will light up in the display. Repeat to deactivate.

If the microwave oven has not been used for 5 min (no key press for 5min), the display will show “DEMO ON”.

Standby Mode

When no functions are working (12-hour clock is displayed or if the clock has not been set), oven will switch to Standby Power mode and dim the LCD brightness after 2 minutes. Press any button or open/close the door, and display will return to the normal brightness.

Features

CLEANRELEASE® Cavity Coating (on some models)

The durable, nonstick coating resists soil buildup by making cleaning easier. See the “Microwave Oven Care” section.

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.

Cookware and Dinnerware

Microwave-Safe

• Browning dish (Follow manufacturer recommendations)
• Ceramic glass, glass
• China, earthenware (Follow manufacturer recommendations)
• Melamine (Follow manufacturer recommendations)
• Paper towels, paper plates, napkins (Use non-recycled paper)
• Plastic wraps, bags, covers, dinnerware, containers (Follow manufacturer recommendations)
• Pottery and clay (Follow manufacturer recommendations)
• Silicone bakeware (Follow manufacturer recommendations)
• Wax paper

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

Touch number keypads to enter time, touch POWER (if not 100%), touch number keypads to enter power level (10-90), 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 30 minutes after convection cooking or grilling (on some models) before sensor cooking.

Preset Cooking, Reheating, Defrosting

Touch COOK or REHEAT or DEFROST repeatedly to scroll through program options. Rest on desired program options. Follow prompts to select submenu items and/or amounts, then press the Start control.

Popcorn

Two choices, press Popcorn repeatedly.

Large bag: Senses 3.0-3.5 oz (85-99 g)

Small bag: 1.75 oz (50 g) only

Place bag on turntable then touch Start control. Listen for popping to slow to 1 pop every 1 or 2 seconds, then stop the cycle. Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content. For other bag sizes use manual cooking.

Preset Soften/Melt

Touch SOFTEN/MELT, repeatedly to scroll through program options. Rest on desired program options. Follow prompts to select submenu items and/or amounts, then press the Start control.

MENU PROGRAMS: Touch the menu control repeatedly to scroll through program options. Rest on the desired program options. Follow display prompts to select submenu items and/or amounts, and then start the program. Any invalid entry will cause an Invalid Tone and be corrected to a value that is within range and closest to the entered value.

COOK

1. Bacon: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 slices, average thickness: Follow directions on package.

2. Canned Vegetables: 1, 2, 3, 4 cups (250 mL - 1 L) Place in microwave-safe container. Cover with plastic wrap, and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3minutes after cooking.

3. Fresh Vegetables: Senses 1 - 4 cups (250 mL - 1 L) Place in microwave-safe container. Add 2-4 tbs (30-60 mL) water. Cover with plastic wrap, and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3minutes after cooking.

4. Frozen Vegetables: Senses 1 - 4 cups (250 mL - 1 L) Remove from package. Place in microwave-safe container. Add 2-4 tbs (30-60 mL) water. Cover with plastic wrap, and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking.

5. Frozen Entrée : 10, 20, 40, 60 ounces (283, 567, 1134, 1701 g). Remove from package. Loosen cover on 3 sides. If entrée is not in microwave-safe container, place on plate, cover with plastic wrap, and vent.

6. Small potato: Enter 1-4 pieces, 4-7 oz (113-198 g) each. Pierce each potato several times with a fork. Place on paper towel, around turntable edges, at least 1" (2.5 cm) apart. Let stand 5 minutes after cooking.

7. Large potato: Sense 1-4 potatoes, 8-10 oz (227-283 g) each. Pierce each potato several times with a fork. Place on paper towel, around turntable edges, at least 1" (2.5 cm) apart. Let stand 5 minutes after cooking.

8. Rice: Senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL) dry, white long grain: Follow measurements on package for ingredient amounts. Use microwave-safe dish with loose-fitting lid. Let stand 5 minutes after cooking, or until liquid is absorbed. Stir.

REHEAT

1. Baked Goods: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 servings: Place on paper towel. Two small rolls may be counted as 1 serving.

2. Beverage: 1, 2 cups, 8 oz (250 mL) each. Do not cover. The diameter of the cup’s opening will affect how the liquid heats. Beverages in cups with smaller openings may heat faster.

3. Casserole: 1, 2, 3, 4 cups (250 mL - 1 L) Place in microwave-safe container and cover with plastic wrap. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after reheating.

4. Dinner Plate: Senses 1 serving (1 plate), 8-16 oz (227-454 g): Place food on microwave-safe plate, cover with plastic wrap, and vent.

5. Pizza: 1, 2, 3 slices, 4 oz (113 g) each Place on paper towel lined paper plate.

6. Sauce: Senses 1-4 cups (250 mL - 1 L) Place in microwave-safe container and cover with plastic wrap. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after reheating.

7. Soup: Sense 1,2,3,4 cups (250 mL -1L) Place in microwave-safe container and cover with plastic wrap. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after reheating.

DEFROST

1. Poultry: 0.2-6.6 lbs (90 g - 3 kg) Remove wrap and place in microwave-safe dish. Do not cover.

2. Meat: 0.2-6.6 lbs (90 g - 3 kg) Remove wrap and place in microwave-safe dish. Do not cover.

3. Fish: 0.2-4.4 lbs (90 g - 2 kg) Remove wrap and place in microwave-safe dish. Do not cover.

4. Quick: 1.0 lb - 454 g Remove wrap and place in microwave-safe dish. Do not cover. Turn over food at signal.

SOFTEN/MELT:

1. Soft Butter - 0.5, 1, 1.5 or 2 sticks: Unwrap and place in microwave-safe dish.

2. Soften Ice Cream - 16, 32 or 64 oz (473, 946 or 1893 mL): Place ice cream container on turntable.

3. Soft cream cheese 8 oz. (227 g) only: Unwrap and place in microwave-safe dish.

4. Soft frozen juice - 12 oz (340 g) only: Remove lid from container.

5. Melt butter - 0.5, 1, 1.5 or 2 sticks: Unwrap and place in microwave-safe dish. Cover with plastic wrap.

6. Melt chocolate - 4, 6, 8 or 12 oz (113, 170, 227 or 340 g): Place in microwave-safe dish.

7. Melt cheese - 8 or 16 oz (227 or 454 g): Place in microwave-safe dish. Stir at signal.

8. Melt Marshmallows - 5 or 10 oz (142 or 283 g): Place in microwave-safe dish.

MICROWAVE OVEN CARE

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 the “Settings” section to reset filter status.

• Grease filters: Grease filters are underside of microwave oven. The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month.

NOTE: For recirculation: Do not operate the microwave oven without the filters in place.

For wall and roof ventilation: To ensure good performance of airflow, remove the charcoal filter from the bottom plate before operating the microwave oven.

Refer the following steps for replacing grease filter:

1. To remove the grease filter, push the finger grip back and then pull down from the bottom plate.

2. Clean the grease filter monthly, or replace with new grease filter if necessary.

3. Put the grease filter back to the bottom plate.

• Charcoal filters: Charcoal filters are underside of microwave oven. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced about every 6 months.

NOTE: For recirculation: Do not operate the microwave oven without the filters in place.

For wall and roof ventilation: To ensure good performance of airflow, remove the charcoal filter from the bottom plate before operating the microwave oven.

Refer the following steps for replacing charcoal filter:

1. To remove the grease filter first, push finger grip back and then pull down from the bottom plate, and set aside.

2. Take out the charcoal filter from the bottom plate.

3. Replace a new charcoal filter and reattach it back to the bottom plate, and make sure both left and right sides insert to the bottom plate slots.

4. Put the grease filter back to the bottom plate.

• Cooktop light: The cooktop light is located on the underside of the microwave oven and is replaceable.

To replace the cooktop light refer the following steps:

1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the 4 screws from the “T” shaped bottom lighting cover.

2. Unplug the terminal from the LED board.

3. Using a Philips screwdriver, remove the screw from LED board, and keep aside.

4. Replace a new LED, fasten the screw back.

5. Using a Phillips screwdriver, reattach the 4 screws back to “T” shape bottom lighting cover.

• Cavity light: The cavity light is located at the top front of the microwave oven, under the cover, and is replaceable.

To replace the cavity light refer the following steps:

1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the second left vent top cover screw from the top front of the microwave oven.

2. Remove the second left top cover.

3. Take out LED board.

4. Unplug the LED terminal.

5. Replace a new LED, and snap it into the hook.

6. Reattach the second top vent cover with the screw removed in Step 1.

TROUBLESHOOTING

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, 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:

WARNING: To reduce the 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 in this section.
• The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found in this section and in the provided Installation Instructions.
• 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 the 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.
• The microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Call an authorized service company for examination, repair, or adjustment.
• Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave oven.
• Do not store this microwave oven outdoors. Do not use the microwave oven near water - for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar locations.
• Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
• See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Microwave Oven Care” section.
• To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
• Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the microwave oven when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
• Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bags in oven.
• If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
• Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
• Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. 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 THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.

To reduce the risk of injury to persons:

• Do not overheat the liquid.
• Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
• Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
• After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.
• Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
• Do not mount over a sink.
• Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven when the microwave oven is in operation.
• Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.
• When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
• Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment.
• Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of 36" (91.44 cm).
• Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filter.