User Manual Whirlpool YUMV4084BS 24" Microwave Hood

• Owner's manual - (English, French)

• Dimension Guide - (English)
• warranty-W10589883-W.pdf - (English)
• Installation Instructions - (English)
• Installation Instructions - (English)

Table of contents

• PARTS AND FEATURES
• MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL
• MICROWAVE OVEN USE
• MICROWAVE OVEN CARE
• TROUBLESHOOTING

User manual Microwave

PARTS AND FEATURES

This manual may cover several different models. The model you have purchased may have some or all of the features shown here. The appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from the illustrations in this manual.

Turntable

The turntable can rotate in either direction to help cook food more evenly. For best cooking results, do not operate the microwave oven without having the turntable in place. See “Assistance or Service” to reorder any of the parts.

To Install:

1.Place the support on the microwave oven cavity bottom.

2.Place the turntable on the support.

Fit the raised, curved lines in the center of the turntable bottom between the three spokes of the hub. The rollers on the support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge.

MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL

Display

When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, “:” will appear in the display. If the “:” appears in the display at any other time, the clock is not set, or there has been a power failure. Reset the clock if needed. See “Clock.”

When the microwave oven is in use, the display will show cook time remaining. When the microwave oven is not in use, the display will show the time of day (if the clock is set).

Start

The Start control begins any function. If cooking is interrupted by opening the door, pressing the Start control will resume the cycle, within 10 minutes of interruption.

The Start control also automatically starts the microwave oven at full power (750W) for 30 seconds, and adds 30 seconds of cook time with each additional touch of the control.

Time may be added to any manual cooking cycle in 30-second increments, at the current power level, by pressing the Start control during cooking.

NOTE: To avoid unintentional operation of the microwave oven, a cooking function cannot be started if the microwave oven door has been closed for about 1 minute. The word “door” will appear in the display until the door is opened and closed.

Stop

The Stop control clears any incorrect command, and cancels any program during cooking.

The microwave oven will also turn off when the door is opened. Close the door and press Start control to resume the cycle.

Time Entry

The +/- control is used to enter time for setting the clock and for programming cooking cycles. The following represents the control press time increments.

NOTE: Press and hold +/- control to jump to 10 minutes.

Timer

The microwave oven may be used as a kitchen timer by using zero power (0W).

To Set:

1. Press +/- controls to set desired time. Each press adds or removes 5 seconds from the current time.

2.Press Power Level control repeatedly until 0W appears in the display.

3.Press Start control.

When the set time ends, a tone will sound.

The time can be reset during the countdown by pressing the +/- control repeatedly.

Clock

This is a 12-hour clock.

NOTE: If there is a power failure, the clock will have to be reset.

To Set:

The microwave oven must be off (in standby mode).

1.Press and hold Stop control for about 3 seconds, until the left-hand digits in the display blink.

2.Press the +/- controls to set the hour.

3.Press Start control. The right-hand digits will blink.

4.Press the +/- controls to set the minutes.

5.Press Start control to complete the setting.

To Remove:

1.Press and hold Stop control for about 3 seconds, until the left-hand digits in the display blink.

2.Press Stop control. The time will disappear, and “:” will appear on the display.

Language/Weight Entry

The microwave oven display’s language and weight entry mode may be changed using Customer Settings.

The default language is English, but may be changed to French. The default weight entry mode is grams, but may be changed to ounces.

NOTE: If there is a power failure, the language and weight entry mode will return to the default settings.

To Change Settings:

1. Press and hold Jet Defrost control for about 3 seconds, until “Cset” appears in the display.

2. Press the +/- control to select language, then press Start control.

3. Press the +/- control to select weight entry mode, then press Start control to complete the setting. Depending on the language setting, “Done” or “Fini” will appear in the display.

Vent Fan

The vent (exhaust) fan has 3 speeds: high, medium and low. The fan speed indicator lights show the current fan speed. If left on, the fan will automatically shut off after 4 hours.

Override Mode

To keep the microwave oven from overheating, the vent fan will automatically turn on at high speed if the temperature from the range or cooktop below the microwave oven gets too hot. It may stay on for several minutes to cool the microwave oven. When this occurs, the vent fan cannot be turned off and the fan speed cannot be changed until the temperature drops below a certain level.

NOTE: While the fan is in override mode, the fan speed indicator lights will not necessarily reflect the actual speed (high).

To Turn Vent Fan On/Off: Press Vent Fan control repeatedly to scroll through the speeds or to turn off.

Cooktop Light

To Turn Light On/Off: Press Light control repeatedly to toggle on and off.

Tones

Tones are audible signals that cannot be turned off, and they indicate the following:

Two tones

• Reminder, repeat every 30 seconds

Three tones

• End of cycle

MICROWAVE OVEN USE

A magnetron in the microwave oven produces microwaves which reflect off the metal floor, walls and ceiling and pass through the turntable and appropriate cookware to the food. Microwaves are attracted to and absorbed by fat, sugar and water molecules in the food, causing them to move, producing friction and heat which cooks the food.

• To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not lean on or allow children to swing on the microwave oven door.
• To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not operate microwave oven when it is empty.
• Baby bottles and baby food jars should not be heated in microwave oven.
• Clothes, flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, gourds, paper, including brown paper bags and newspaper, should not be dried in microwave oven.
• Paraffin wax will not melt in the microwave oven because it does not absorb microwaves.
• Use oven mitts or pot holders when removing containers from microwave oven.
• Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the recommended cook time, potatoes should be slightly firm. Let potatoes stand for 5 minutes. They will finish cooking while standing.
• Do not cook or reheat whole eggs inside the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to burst, requiring significant cleanup of microwave oven cavity. Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time.

Food Characteristics

When microwave cooking, the amount, size and shape, starting temperature, composition and density of the food affect cooking results.

Amount of Food

The more food heated at once, the longer the cook time needed. Check for doneness and add small increments of time if necessary.

Size and Shape

Smaller pieces of food will cook more quickly than larger pieces, and uniformly shaped foods cook more evenly than irregularly shaped food.

Starting Temperature

Room temperature foods will heat faster than refrigerated foods, and refrigerated foods will heat faster than frozen foods.

Composition and Density

Foods high in fat and sugar will reach a higher temperature, and will heat faster than other foods. Heavy, dense foods, such as meat and potatoes, require a longer cook time than the same size of a light, porous food, such as cake.

Cooking Guidelines

Covering

Covering food helps retain moisture, shorten cook time and reduce spattering. Use the lid supplied with cookware. If a lid is not available, wax paper, paper towels or plastic wrap approved for microwave ovens may be used. Plastic wrap should be turned back at one corner to provide an opening to vent steam.

Condensation on the door and cavity surfaces is normal during heavy cooking.

Stirring and Turning

Stirring and turning redistribute heat evenly to avoid overcooking the outer edges of food. Stir from outside to center. If possible, turn food over from bottom to top.

Arranging

If heating irregularly shaped or different sized foods, arrange the thinner parts and smaller sized items toward the center. If cooking several items of the same size and shape, place them in a ring pattern, leaving the center of the ring empty.

Piercing

Before heating, use a fork or small knife to pierce or prick foods that have a skin or membrane, such as potatoes, egg yolks, chicken livers, hot dogs, and sausage. Prick in several places to allow steam to vent.

Shielding

Use small, flat pieces of aluminum foil to shield the thin pieces of irregularly shaped foods, bones and foods such as chicken wings, leg tips and fish tail. See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” first.

Standing Time

Food will continue to cook by the natural conduction of heat even after the microwave cooking cycle ends. The length of standing time depends on the volume and density of the food.

Manual Cooking

To Use:

1.Place food on the turntable and close the door.

2.Press +/- control repeatedly to set the time. See “Time Entry” section for time entry increments.

If cooking with high power (750W), skip Step 3.

3.Press Power Level control repeatedly to select the desired power level. See “Microwave Cooking Power” chart.

4.Press Start control.

The display will count down the cook time.

When the cycle ends, “End” will appear in the display.

5.Press Stop control or open the door to clear the display.

The cook time and power may be changed after pressing Start control without interrupting cooking.

To Change Cook Time: Press Start control to add time in 30-second increments, or press the +/- controls to add or remove time in 5-second increments.

To Change Cook Power: Press Power Level control repeatedly to toggle through the power levels, resting on the desired new level.

NOTE: For best cooking results, use only small “snack size” commercially packaged microwave popcorn bags, due to the compact cavity size.

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.

Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested unless otherwise noted.

GREASE FILTER MICROWAVE

Do not use ammonia or corrosive cleaning agents such as lye- based oven cleaners.

Hot water and mild detergent:

Soak filters, then scrub and swish to remove embedded dirt and grease. Rinse well and shake to dry.

Dishwasher:

Wash separately, not with dirty dishes, because food can be trapped in the filters.

NOTE: Some discoloration of the filters may occur after cleaning them in the dishwasher. This is normal, and will not affect the performance of the grease filters.

MICROWAVE OVEN CAVITY

To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use soap- filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some recycled paper towels.

To avoid damage to stainless steel models, rub in direction of grain.

The area where the microwave oven door and frame touch when closed should be kept clean.

Average soil

Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:

Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

Heavy soil

Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:

Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave oven. Steam will soften soil. Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

Odors

Lemon juice or vinegar:

Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water with 1 tbs (15 mL) of either lemon juice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave oven.

Microwave Inlet Cover

To avoid arcing and microwave oven damage, the microwave inlet cover (see “Parts and Features”) should be kept clean.

Wipe with wet cloth.

OVEN DOOR AND EXTERIOR

The area where the microwave oven door and frame touch when closed should be kept clean.

• Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
• Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad: Apply glass cleaner to towel, not directly to surface.

Stainless Steel (on some models)

To avoid damage to microwave oven door and exterior, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Rub in direction of grain.

• Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (not included): See “Assistance or Service” section to order.
• Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
• Vinegar for hard water spots

CONTROL PANEL

• Sponge or soft cloth and water: Dampen sponge with water and wipe panel. Dry with soft cloth.
• To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use chemical or abrasive cleansers.

TURNTABLE

Replace turntable immediately after cleaning. Do not operate the microwave oven without the turntable in place.

• Mild cleanser and scouring pad
• Dishwasher

Replacing Grease Filter

The grease filter should be removed and cleaned at least once a month. Do not operate the microwave oven or vent fan without the grease filter in place. See “Assistance or Service” for information on reordering filters.

To Remove and Replace Grease Filter:

1. Remove the grease filter by pushing the filter to the left side of the microwave oven until the right end of the filter drops down, then pull out the filter.

2. Replace grease filter by inserting one end of the filter into the left rim of the frame. Swing the right end of the filter up and slide it into position.

Replacing Charcoal Filter

(for recirculation installation only)

The charcoal filter (not provided) should be used if venting is set to recirculation. See “Accessories” in “Replacement Parts” section for information on ordering.

1.Remove grease filter. See Step 1 of “Replacing Grease Filter.”

2.Remove wire rods holding charcoal filter in place, then remove old charcoal filter.

3.Cover the inside of the grease filter with the new charcoal filter.

4.Insert wire rods to hold the charcoal filter in place.

5.Reinstall grease filter. See Step 2 of “Replacing Grease Filter.”

Replacing Cooktop Light

The cooktop light is a 25W halogen bulb. See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder.

To Replace:

1.Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.

2.Remove visor mounting screws.

3. Pull out visor.

4.Replace light.

5.Reinsert visor. Replace mounting screws.

6.Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.

Nothing will operate

Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.

Is the microwave oven wired properly?

See Installation Instructions provided with your microwave oven.

Microwave oven will not operate

Is the magnetron working properly?

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 below. If microwave oven still does not operate, call for service. See “Assistance or Service” section.

Is the door completely closed?

Firmly close door.

Does a message about the door appear in the display? The door has been closed for 5 minutes or more. Open and close the door, then press Start control to start the cooking cycle. See “Start” section.

Is a packaging spacer (on some models) attached to the inside of the door?

Remove packaging spacer, then firmly close door.

Is the electronic microwave oven control set correctly?

See “Microwave Oven Control” section.

Microwave oven makes humming noise

This is normal and occurs when the power supply switches the magnetron on and off.

Microwave oven door looks wavy

This is normal and will not affect performance.

Turntable will not operate

Has the tape been removed from turntable hub?

See “Turntable” section.

Is the turntable properly in place?

Make sure turntable is correct side up and is sitting securely on the turntable support.

Is the turntable support operating properly?

Remove turntable. Remove and clean turntable support and rollers. Replace turntable support. Replace turntable. Place 1 cup (250 mL) of water on the turntable, then restart microwave oven. If it still is not working, call for service. See “Assistance or Service” section. Do not operate the microwave oven without turntable and turntable support working properly.

Turntable alternates rotation directions

This is normal and depends on motor rotation at the beginning of the cycle.

Display shows messages

Is the display showing “:”?

There has been a power failure, or the clock time has been turned off. See “Display” section to clear display. See “Clock” section to reset the clock or to turn it on.

Is the display showing a letter followed by a number?

Clear the display. If it reappears, call for service. See “Assistance or Service” section.

Display shows time countdown, but is not operating

Is the Timer in use?

See “Timer” section.

Fan running slower than usual

Has the microwave oven been stored in a cold area?

The fan will run slower until the microwave oven warms up to normal room temperature.

Fan running during microwave cooking

This is normal. The fan comes on to cool the microwave oven, and may stay on for up to 5 minutes after cooking has ended. See “Vent Fan” section.

Cooking times seem too long

Is the cooking power set properly?

See “Microwave Cooking Power” section.

Are large amounts of food being heated?

Larger amounts of food need longer cooking times.

Is the incoming voltage less than that specified in “Microwave Hood Combination Safety?”

Have a qualified electrician check the electrical system in the home.

Radio, TV or cordless phone interference

Is the radio or TV receiver near the microwave oven? Move the receiver away from the microwave oven, or adjust the radio or TV antenna.

Are the microwave oven door and sealing surfaces clean?

Make sure these areas are clean.

Is the cordless phone frequency 2.4 GHz?

Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones and home wireless networks may experience static or noise while the microwave oven is on. Use a corded phone, a different frequency cordless phone or avoid using these items during microwave oven operation.