Jenn-Air JMC8100AD User manual

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USER’S GUIDE
AND COOKING GUIDE
Microwave Oven
Model JMC8100AD
Read these instructions carefully before using your microwave oven.
Part no.8112p174-60 MCS p/n 74005590 A/08/00
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-
door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy.
It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or
allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important
that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:
(1) DOOR (bent)
(2) HINGES AND LATCHES (broken or loosened)
(3) DOOR SEALS AND SEALING SURFACES
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except
properly qualified service personnel.
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications subject to change without notice.
*According to IEC-705 test procedures. The IEC-705 test procedure is an
internationally recognized method of rating microwave wattage output.
Please record your product’s information
When you call to request service, you need to know your complete Model
number and Serial number. Please fill in the information below. Please also
record purchase date, price and where purchased. Keep your sales receipt
and/or cancelled check as proof of purchase.
Model: JMC8100ADB,W,Q JMC8100ADS
Power Source: AC 120 V, 60 Hz AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption:
1480W 1480W
Maximum Output: 1100W* 1100W*
Oven Capacity: 1.8 cu. ft. 1.8 cu. ft.
Turntable Diameter: 12-5/8“ 12-5/8“
Dimensions: (w x h x d)
23-
7
/
16
” x 14-
1
/
4
” x 17-
13
/
16
”23-
7
/
16
” x 14-
1
/
4
” x 17-
13
/
16
”
Weight: Approx. 41.5 lbs 42.5 lbs
Model Number: (Located on the inner left side of the
control panel)
Serial Number: (Located on the inner left side of the
control panel)
Date of Purchase:
Where Purchased:
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For additional questions, please
contact us:
Maytag Appliance Sales Company
Atten: CAIR Center
P.O.Box 2370
Cleveland, TN 37320-2370
1-800-688-1100(USA and CANADA)
1-800-688-2080(U.S.TTY for deaf,
hearing impaired or speech
impaired)
(Mon.-Fri., 8am-8pm Eastern Time)
Internet: http://www.maytag.com
For service and warranty
information, see pages 36-37.
IMPORTANT
Please keep your sales slip. Should
any warranty service be required,
proof of original date of purchase is
needed.
NOTE
In our continuing effort to improve
the quality of our appliances, it may
benecessarytomakechangestothe
appliance without revising this
guide.
REGISTRATION
Federal law requires registration of
allmicrowaveovens.Tocomplywith
the law, please fill out the PRODUCT
REGISTRATION CARD packed with
the oven.
1. Check the model and serial
numbers on the card to see that
they match the numbers on the
data plate. The data plate is
located on the inner left side of
control panel when the door is
open. If the numbers on the card
are not the same as those on the
data plate, cross out the numbers
on the card and write in the
numbers as they appear on the
data plate.
2. Mail the card. The return address
is included on the reverse side of
the card.
If you move or are not the original
owner of this oven, you must by law
renew the registration. Send the
renewal registration information to:
Maytag Customer Service
Warranty Administration
P. O. Box 4970
Cleveland, TN 37320-4970
Renewal Registration information
must provide:
a) Your name and address.
b) The microwave oven’s model and
serial numbers.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY
Important Safety Instructions 4
Proper and Safe Use of Your Oven 5
Grounding Instructions 6
Interference Note 7
Utensils 7
Materials 8
SET UP
Names of Oven Parts and
Accessories 9
Turntable Installation 9
Installation 10
OPERATION
Control Panel and Features 11
Setting Clock 13
Child Lock-Out 13
Timer 14
Timed Cooking and Power Level 14
Auto Sensor Microwaving 16
Auto Sensor Microwaving Tips 17
Optional Settings 18
Defrost 19
Add 30 Seconds 20
One Touch Start Cooking 21
Custom Programs 22
COOKING GUIDE
Cooking Principles and Techniques 23
Auto Sensor Cooking Tips 24
Sensor Cooking Recipes 26
Meats, Poultry and Fish 28
MAINTENANCE
Troubleshooting 31
Questions and Answers 33
Care and Cleaning 34
Warranty 36
SAFETY SET UP OPERATION COOKING GUIDE MAINTENANCE
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SAFETY
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:
1. Read all instructions before using
the appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific
“PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY” on page 2.
3. As with most cooking
appliances, close supervision is
necessary to reduce the risk of a
fire in the oven cavity.
If a fire should start:
• Keep the oven door closed.
• Turn the oven off.
• Disconnect the power cord or
shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel.
Keep in mind the following rules
at all times to reduce the risk of
fire in the oven cavity:
a. Donotovercookfood.Carefully
attend the appliance if paper,
plastic, or other combustible
materials are placed inside the
oven to facilitate cooking.
b. Do not use the oven cavity for
storage purposes. Do not store
combustible items such as
bread,cookies,paper products,
etc.inside the oven. If lightning
strikes the power line, the oven
may turn on by itself.
c. Remove wire twist-ties and
metal handles from paper or
plastic containers/bags before
placing them in the oven.
4. This oven must be grounded.
Connect only to properly
grounded outlet. See
“GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS”
on page 6.
5. Install or locate this oven only in
accordance with the provided
installation instructions.
6. Some products such as whole
eggs, water with oil or fat, sealed
containers and closed glass jars
mayexplodeandthereforeshould
not be heated in this oven.
7. Use this appliance only for its
intended use as described in the
manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this
appliance.Thisovenisspecifically
designed to heat, cook or defrost
food. It is not designed for
industrial or laboratory use. It is
intended for home use.
8. As with any appliance, close
supervision is necessary when
used by children.
9. Do not operate this oven if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
10. This appliance should be serviced
only by qualified service
technicians. Contact the nearest
authorized service facility for
examination, repair or
adjustment.
11. Do not coveror block any vents on
the oven.
12.Do not store or use this appliance
outdoors.
13.Do not use this oven near water,
near a kitchen sink, in a wet
basement or near a swimming
pool, and the like.
14.Do not immerse cord or plug in
water.
15.Keep cord away from heated
surfaces.
16.Do not let cord hang over edge of
table or counter.
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SAFETY
17. When cleaning door and oven
surfaces that meet when door is
closed, use only mild,
nonabrasive soaps or detergents
applied with a sponge or soft
cloth. (See “Cleaning”
instructions on page 34.)
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
PROPER AND SAFE USE OF YOUR OVEN
• The oven must be level.
• The turntable and turntable roller
rest must be in the oven during
cooking.
• Place the cookware gently on the
turntable and handle it carefully
to avoid possible breakage.
• Incorrect use of browning dish
may cause the turntable to break.
See page 8.
• When using the Popcorn feature
of this microwave oven, use
only the bag sizes specified in
the instruction manual.
•Do not pop popcorn except in a
microwave approved popcorn
popper or in a commercial
package recommended
especially for microwave ovens.
• The oven has several built-in
safety switches to ensure that the
power remains off when the door
is open. Do not tamper with these
switches.
• Do not operate the microwave
oven empty. Operating the oven
without any food or food that is
extremely low in moisture can
cause fire, charring or sparking.
• Do not cook bacon directly on the
turntable. Excessive local heating
of the turntable may cause it to
break.
• Do not heat baby bottles or baby
food in the microwave oven.
Uneven heating may occur and
could cause physical injury.
• Do not heat narrow-necked
containers, such as syrup bottles.
• Do not attempt to deep-fry in your
microwave oven.
• Do not do home canning in this
microwave oven as it is
impossible to be sure all contents
of the jar have reached boiling
temperature.
• Do not use this microwave oven
for commercial purposes. This
microwave oven is made for
household use only.
• Liquids, such as beverages, that
are heated in a microwave oven,
can overheat beyond their boiling
point without any evidence of
bubbling. This could result in hot
liquids suddenly boiling over.
To prevent this occurrence, the
following steps should be taken:
(a) Avoid using straight-sided
containers with narrow necks.
(b) Do not overheat.
(c) Stir the liquid before placing
the container in the oven and
again halfway through the
heating time.
(d) After heating, allow to stand in
the oven for a short time,
stirring again before carefully
removing the container.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event
of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces
the riskof electric shock by providing an escape
wire for the electric current. This appliance is
equipped with a cord that has a grounding wire
with a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly installed
and grounded.
Where standard two-prong wall receptacle is
encountered, it is your personal responsibility
and obligation to have it replaced with a
properly grounded three-prong wall
receptacle.
Do not under any circumstance cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance.
Consult a qualified electrician orserviceman if the
grounding instructions are not completely
understood or if doubt exists as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded. If it is necessary
to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire
extension cord that has a 3-pronged grounding
plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the
plug on the appliance.
•A short power-supply cord is provided to
reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
•Longer cord sets or extension cords may be
used if care is exercised in their use.
•If a long cord or extension cord is used: 1) The
marked electrical rating of the cord set or
extension cord should be at leastas great as the
electrical rating of the appliance. 2) The
extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-
wire cord, and 3) The longer cord should be
arranged so that it will not drape over the
counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled
on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
NOTE: If your electric power line or outlet
voltage is less than 110 volts, cooking times
may be longer. Have a qualified electrician
check your electrical system.
DANGER
Electric Shock Hazard
•Touching someof the
internal components
can cause serious
personal injury or
death. Do not
disassemble
this appliance.
WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard
•Improper use of the
grounding plug can
result in electric
shock. Do not plug
into an outlet until
appliance is properly
installed and
grounded.
Properly polarized and
grounded outlet
Three-pronged
(grounding) plug
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SAFETY
INTERFERENCE NOTE
Microwave ovens generate radio frequency energy during operation and
if not installed properly may cause interference to radio and television
reception. You can determine if this unit is causing interference by turning
it on and off while the interference is occurring. If interference occurs, it
may be corrected by one or more of the following measures:
• clean door and seal surfaces of the oven.
• reorient the television or radio receiving antenna.
• relocate the oven with respect to the television or radio receiver.
• plug the oven into a different outlet so that it, and the television or
radio receiver, are on different circuits.
If the interference persists, you may want to consult an experienced radio/
television technician for additional suggestions.
UTENSILS
See following page for further instructions on
“materials you can use in microwave oven or
to be avoided in microwave oven.” Do the test
below to see if the utensil is safe for use in a
microwave oven.
Utensil Test:
1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup
ofcold water(250mL)along withtheutensil
in question.
2. Cook on maximum power (P100) for 1
minute.
3. Carefully feel the utensil.
If the empty utensil is warm,do not use it for
microwave cooking.
Do not exceed 1 minute testing time.
CAUTION:
1. Do not use plastic containers for testing.
2. Some containers and dishware may be
warm (or hot) in only one area. Do not use a
container that becomes warm anywhere.
CAUTION
Personal Injury Hazard
•Tightly-closed
utensils could
explode. Closed
containers should be
opened and plastic
pouches pierced.
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Materials you can use in microwave oven
Materials to be avoided in microwave oven
Utensils Remarks
Aluminum foil Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to
cover thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent overcook-
ing. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The
foil should be at least 1 inch away from oven walls.
Browning dish Follow manufacturer's instructions. The bottom of
browning dish must be at least 3/16 inch above the turnta-
ble. Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.
Dinnerware Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instruc-
tions. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just
warm. Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may
break.
Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is
no metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not close with
metal tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates and
cups Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended while cooking.
Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use
with supervision for short-term cooking/warming only.
Parchment paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering or a wrap for
steaming.
Plastic Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer's
instructions. Should be labeled “Microwave Safe.”
Some plastic containers soften as the food inside gets
hot. If this happens, discard the food. “Boiling bags”
and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or
vented as directed by package.
Plastic wrap Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking
to retain moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch
food.
Thermometers Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering and to retain
moisture.
Utensils Remarks
Aluminum tray May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe
dish.
Food carton with
metal handle May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Metal or metal-
trimmed utensils Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may cause arcing.
Metal twist ties May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
Paper bags May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam cups Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside
when exposed to high temperature.
Wood Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven
and may split or crack.
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SET UP
SET UP
NAMES OF OVEN PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Remove the oven and all materials from the carton.
Your oven comes with the following accessories:
Turntable 1
Turntable roller rest 1
Instruction Manual 1
TURNTABLE INSTALLATION
1. Place the roller rest on the cavity
bottom.
2. Place the turntable on top of the
roller rest as shown in the
diagram. Make sure the turntable
hub is securely locked in the
receptacle.
•Never place the turntable upside
down. The turntable should never
be restricted.
• Both turntable and roller rest
must always be used during
cooking.
• All food and containers of food
are always placed on the
turntable for cooking.
•Turntable memory allows the
turntable to return to its starting
position at the end of cooking
operation. This is especially
convenient for cups or other
items with handles. At the end of
cooking, “0” may remain in the
display briefly to allow the
turntable to return to its starting
position. The oven light and fan
will remain on but the microwave
power is turned off.
• The turntable rotates clockwise
and counterclockwise; this is
normal.
• If turntable or roller rest cracks or
breaks, contact your nearest
authorized service center for
more information regarding
replacement.
Door Interior light Control panel
Door release button
• Press the button to open door.
• When you open the door during
cooking process, the cooking stops but
the program will not be canceled.
Touch START to resume cooking.
Safety interlock system
Shuts off oven power if door is
opened during operation.
Cabinet
Roller rest
Receptacle
Turntable
Hub(underside)
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INSTALLATION
Remove all packing material and accessories. Examine the oven for any
damage such as dents or broken door. Do not install if oven is damaged.
NOTE: This unit is not designed for 50 Hz or any circuit other than a 120-volt/
60-Hz AC circuit. This oven is designed for countertop installation.
1. Select a level surface that
provides enough open space for
the intake and/or outlet vents.
A minimum clearance of 3 inches is
required between the oven and any
adjacent wall. One side must be open.
•Leave a minimum clearance of
3 inches above the oven.
•Do not remove the legs from the
bottom of the oven.
•Blocking the intake and/or outlet
openings can damage the oven.
•Place the oven as far away from
radios and televisions as possible.
Operation of microwave oven may
cause interference to your radio or
television. (See page 7.)
•If the cabinet is covered with a
protective film, remove the film.
2. Plug your oven into a standard
120-volt / 60-Hz household outlet.
Be sure the electrical circuit is at
least 15 amperes and that your
microwave oven is the only
appliance on the circuit.
It is necessary for you to purchase an
Optional Kit for Built-in Installation.
Contact the store where you
purchased your oven for an optional
Built-in Kit.
•When installing in a Built-in
situation, the oven requires an
opening for installation.
(27 inch): 25-1/2”(w) x 16-1/16”(h) x
21”(d)
(30 inch): 28-3/16”(w)x16-1/16”(h)x
21”(d)
•Do not remove the legs from the
bottom of the oven.
•Blocking the intake and/or outlet
openings can damage the oven.
•Plug your oven into a standard
120-volt / 60-Hz household outlet.
Be sure the electrical circuit is at
least 15 amperes and that your
microwave oven is the only
appliance on the circuit.
WARNING: If installing the
microwave oven over an electric
oven, it must only be installed over
the following Electric Ovens:
(27 inch) JJW8527, JJW9527 series
(30 inch) JJW8530, JJW9530 series
If installed over any other than the
listed Electric ovens, the microwave
could be damaged and the warranty
would be void.
Countertop Installation
3"
3"
3"
OPEN
Built-In Installation
Model No. Built-in Kit
JMC8100AD (27 inch) JXA1027
(30 inch) JXA1030
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OPERATION
OPERATION
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
1
2
3
7
10
9
13
12
15
11
8
14
4
6
5
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES (CONT.)
(1) Display Window
Upper line: Counts down cooking
time in minutes and/or seconds.
Shows clock time when oven is not
in use. The word prompt scrolls to
guide you when setting the clock
and at every operation stage.
Lower line: Shows power level
whenusingTimedCooking.Shows
Kitchen Timer time when this
feature is selected.
(2) Indicators
Indicators light or flash in the
display window.
1/ 2/ 3: Lights to indicate current
cooking stage.
DEF: Lights during Defrost.
LOCK: Lights to indicate the Child
Lock-Out feature is set.
SENSOR: Flashes during Sensor
cooking.
START: Flashes to prompt you to
press START.
(3)Auto Sensor keypads (Page 16)
Reheat Entree
Frozen Entree
Pizza Slice
Popcorn
Baked Potato
Fresh Vegetable
Frozen Vegetable
These Sensor keypads provide
accurate and fast microwaving for a
variety of popular foods with no
guesswork.
Soup/Beverage
This selection requires entry of
number of servings.
More+/Less-
Used to adjust cooking time for
above menus.
(4)Custom Programs (Page 22)
(5)Add 30 sec. (Page 20)
(6) Auto Defrost (Page 19)
Provides thorough defrosting
results.
(7) Quick Defrost (Page 19)
Provides faster defrosting results.
This option is excellent for thawing
items such as ground meat for use
in spaghetti sauce or for taco meat.
(8) Options (Page 18)
Allows you to customize the
following oven feature settings:
word prompt on/off, clock on/off,
beep on/off, word speed, language
selection and weight selection.
(9) Power Level (Page 14)
(10) Timer (Page 14)
(11) Number keys
Allows for the immediate start of
one of 6 preset times from 1 to 6
minutes.
(12) Clock (Page 13)
(13)Cook Time (Page 14)
(14) Start
•To start cooking.
•To set and cancel child lock-out.
(15) Stop/Clear
•Clears all previous settings if
pressed before cooking starts.
Press once to stop oven during
cooking. Press twice to stop and
clear all entries.
Beep Sound
A beep sounds whena keypadis
pressed, to confirm your key
entry.
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OPERATION
SETTING CLOCK
To set the correct time of day, follow the steps below.
Example: To set 3:15:
Note: • If the clock (or display) shows any abnormality, unplug the oven from
the AC outlet. Plug it in again and then reset the clock.
•When your oven is plugged in for the first time or after a power
interruption, reset the clock.
•This is a 12-hour clock.
•You can use the oven without setting the clock.
•
The clock display can be turned off. See page 18 (Optional Settings) for
more details.
CHILD LOCK-OUT
The oven has a safety feature which prevents use by children. This feature
locks the operation of the oven until canceled.
To set:
To cancel:
Step Procedure Keypad
1Press Clock.
2Press 3, 1 and 5to enter time of
day.
3Press Clock.
The clock begins operation.
Step Procedure Keypad
1Press START and hold for 4 seconds.
LOCK appears in the display.
Step Procedure Keypad
1Press START and hold for 4 seconds.
LOCK disappears from the display.
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TIMER
You can set and use the Timer function independently, or while a cooking
program is in progress. The Timer will be displayed on the lower line of
the display. Timer can be set from 0 to 99 minutes 99 seconds.
Example: To set timer for 3 minutes:
Note: • To clearaTimer setting,pressSTOP/CLEAR.If you areusingboth
Timer and cooking, press Timer.Timer on the lower line of the
display flashes for 5 seconds. Press STOP/CLEAR while Timer on
the lower line of display flashes. The Timer will stop but the oven
continues cooking to the end.
•To stop beeps of Timer, touch Timer.
•Timer will not beep if the oven beeps at the same time to indicate
another oven operation (the end of a cooking, for example).
•If you do not enter a time for 10 seconds after step 1, the setting
is cleared with a beep.
•If cooking completes while you are setting the Timer, all settings
are cleared. Restart from step 1.
•If no key is touched for 5 seconds after the last key entry at step 2
above, the timer automatically starts.
TIMED COOKING AND POWER LEVEL
This basic microwave cooking method allows you to cook food for a
desired time. The oven can be programmed up to 99 minutes 99 seconds
of cooking. In addition to the P100 (maximum) power level, you can select
different microwave power from 10 levels,P 0 to P90 (0-90% of total power
level).
Multi-stage Cooking:
You can program the oven for up to 3 stages of cooking in sequence. Each
stage can beprogrammed with adifferenttime setting and power level.To
program 2-stage or 3-stage cooking, go through steps 1-3 on pages 15.
Steps 1-3 should be followed for each stage of cooking that is
programmed. After the time and power levels have been entered for all
stages, press SSTART. The oven will cook in accordance with the time and
power sequences that were entered.
Delay Start Cooking:
You can delay the time that you would like the cooking to start.
Cooking can be delayed up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. To delay
cooking, follow procedure for multi-stage cooking, but for stage1
use power level P 0.
Step Procedure Keypad
1Press Timer.
2Press 3, 0 and 0to set 3 minutes.
3Press START.
The timer starts counting and oven will
beep for 7 seconds when time is up.
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OPERATION
Example: To cook at power level P80 for 40 seconds:
Note: • If no power level is entered, the power level will always be P100
(100%).
•Foods with high moisture content should be cooked on P100
power.
•To check the power level while Timer is operating, press Power
Level.
•To change power level during cooking, Press Power Level.Power
level onthe lower line ofthe display flashes for 3seconds. During
this time, press Power Level repeatedly until your desired power
level appears.
Step Procedure Keypad
1Press Cook Time.
2Enter 40 seconds by pressing 4and 0.
3
Press Power Level untilP80 appears in
the display.
4Press START.
POWER LEVEL SETTING GUIDE
P100 • Cooking poultry, vegetables,
and most casseroles.
• Boiling water.
• Preheating a browning dish.
P50 Medium
• Cooking custards and pasta.
• Cooking rump roast, ham, veal,
lamb.
P90 • Reheating rice and pasta. P40 • Cooking less tender cuts of meat
in liquid or slow-cooking dishes.
• Completing the cooking cycle of
less tender roasts.
P80 • Reheating precooked or
prepared food quickly.
• Cooking fish.
P30 Med Low/ Defrost
• Completing the cooking cycle of
casseroles, stews, sauces.
• Time defrosting.
P70 Medium High
• Cooking cheese dishes. P20 • Softening chocolate.
• Clarifying butter.
• Heating breads, rolls, pancakes,
tacos, tortillas, French toast.
P60 • Cooking scrambled eggs.
•Bakingcakes. P10 • Softening cream cheese, butter. • Keeping casseroles warm.
Power level Press
P100(100%) once
P90(90%) twice
P80(80%) 3 times
P70(70%) Medium High 4 times
P60(60%) 5 times
P50(50%) Medium 6 times
P40(40%) 7 times
P30(30%)
Med Low/Defrost 8 times
P20(20%) 9 times
P10(10%) 10 times
P 0 (0%) 11 times
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AUTO SENSOR MICROWAVING
The Auto Sensor feature uses a built-in humidity sensor that measures the
amountof steam/humidity in the oven to accurately determinecorrect cooking
timeandpowerlevelforthefoodplacedintheoven. Avarietyofpopularfoods
have been preprogrammed. These foods are listed below in the REHEAT or
COOK Food categories.
Press keypad to select your desired food type then press START.
Soup/Beverage selection requires entry of number of servings by pressing
Soup/Beverage keypad until your desired setting appears on the display.
Example - To reheat left over pizza:
Note: • Do not open the oven door until time countdown starts in the display
(after you pressed START).
•Use the POPCORN keypad to pop prepackaged microwave-ready
popcorn. Bag sizes: 1.75 oz to 3.5 oz only.
Reminder Beeps
About halfway through the Auto Sensor cooking process for FRESH
VEGETABLE and FROZEN VEGETABLE, 5 beeps may sound to remind you to
stir (turn or separate) longer cooking vegetables. If you do not open the door
at the reminder beeps, the oven will continue to complete cooking.
MORE/LESS ADJUSTMENT
The MORE/LESS keypad allows fine adjustments in Auto Sensor Microwaving by
either increasing or decreasing the preprogrammed cooking time.
To increase the time, press MORE/LESS once, and press START.
To decrease the time, press MORE/LESS twice, and press START.
If an Error Message appears...
ERROR 1: The door is opened before time countdown starts. Press STOP/
CLEAR, and use Timed Cooking to finish. (Partially-cooked foods
are no longer suitable for Auto Sensor Microwaving.)
ERROR 2: Auto Sensor Microwaving was attempted within 5 minutes after
plugging in the oven. Press STOP/CLEAR, wait for 5 minutes and
retry.
REHEAT Food Categories COOK Food Categories
REHEAT ENTREE POPCORN
FROZEN ENTREE BAKED POTATO
SOUP/BEVERAGE FRESH VEGETABLE
PIZZA SLICE FROZEN VEGETABLE
Step Procedure Keypad
1Press PIZZA SLICE.
2Press MORE/LESS once to increase
cooking time; press twice to decrease
time.
3Press START.
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OPERATION
AUTO SENSOR MICROWAVING TIPS
General Sensor Cooking/Reheating:
• For foods not listed in the Sensor
Reheating/Cooking Guide (pages
24 - 25), use Timed Cooking.
•After
START is pressed, do not
open the door while the words
SENSOR COOKING scroll across
the display. During this time, the
oven is measuring the amount of
steam generated from the food.
The oven then determines the
heating or cooking time for the
food.
• Room temperature should be
below 35°C (95°F).
• Keep the inside of oven, the
turntable and the outside of
cooking containers dry. Wipe off
all spillovers. Excessive humidity
in the oven may result in an
incorrect cooking time.
• Always cover food completely
(but not too tightly) with wax
paper, plastic wrap or casserole
lids. Loose-fitting covers may
cause the oven to miscalculate
time. Never use tightly sealed
plastic containers such as those
with plastic snap closing lids.
REHEAT ENTREE
FROZEN ENTREE
• Auto Sensor Reheat is best used
for 1 - 2 servings.
• Very dense foods (e.g. frozen
lasagna) should be allowed to
stand covered after reheating.
• The following foods are not
recommended: Boil-in-the-bag
entrees or vegetables, raw or
uncooked food,food that must be
reheated uncovered, foods that
should be crisp in texture after
reheating, frozen cheesecake,
dried foods, bread or pastry,
beverages.
• Do not reheat in foil containers.
• When reheating 1 cup (250 mL) of
delicate sauces/dips that contain
sour cream, eggs or cream
cheese, use Timed Cooking on
power level P30 for 4 - 5 minutes
and stir halfway through cooking
time.
SOUP/BEVERAGE
• When reheating canned soups,
remove from can. Add milk or
water as directed on can. Place in
a microwave-safe bowl or cup.
• Liquid must be room or
refrigeration temperature.
POPCORN
• Use bag sizes 1.75 oz - 3.5 oz only.
See pages 24 - 27 for Auto Sensor
CookingTipsand SensorCooking
Recipes.
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OPTIONAL SETTINGS
The Options key allows you to customize oven feature settings as shown
below:
Example: To select Spanish for Word Prompt display:
Note: When first plugged in, the oven will automatically display English in
the Word Prompt display.
Optional Features Press Options
pad Press number pads to select
Word Prompt on/off
The Word Prompt may be
turned on or off*.
*Prompt words may be
shortened.
once
1-ON
2-OFF
Clock on/off
The clock display can be
turned off and back on. twice 1-ON
2-OFF
Beep on/off
The beep sound may be
turned off and back on. 3 times 1-ON
2-OFF
Word Speed Setting
The word speed can be
changed to your preference. 4 times 1-HIGH
2-MEDIUM (default setting)
3-LOW
Language Selection
You can select from English,
Spanish or French for
display. 5 times 1-ENGLISH (default setting)
2-ESPAÑOL
3-FRANÇAIS
Weight Selection
The weight selection can be
changed to your preference. 6 times 1-LB (default setting)
2-KG
Step Procedure Keypad
1Press the Options key 5 times until
language choice prompt appears:
1-ENGLISH
2-ESPANOL
3-FRANCAIS
2Press 2to select Spanish.
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OPERATION
DEFROST
Defrost allows youto easily defrostfood two ways.Power levelsand times
are automatically determined when the food weight is entered.
AUTO DEFROST: Use for more thorough defrosting of larger, dense frozen
foods. Ideal for items such as roasts, whole chicken and steak.
QUICK DEFROST:
Use to assist in the separation of frozen pieces of
chicken, ground meats, or fish that need preparation prior to cooking.
Excellent for defrosting ground meat for use in spaghetti sauce or taco meat.
Example: To thoroughly defrost a 2.5 lb whole chicken:
Defrosting Techniques:
•Remove freezer paper, plastic wrap or foil wrap. Place food in a
microwave-safe dish.
•To prevent thin parts and edges from becoming too warm and cooking
before center of food is defrosted, shield with small piecesof aluminum
foil.
•Because some foods will still be icy in the center, it is necessary to have
standing time after defrosting the food in the oven. Food should be
taken out of the oven to complete defrosting. A longer standing time
might be required for denser foods such as roasts.
•Timed Defrosting: Use power level P30 (Medium Low). For most frozen
foods, allow approximately 5 minutes per pound. To speed up the
defrosting of dense foods over 1 lb, you may start on P100 for 2
minutes. Then reduce to the power level P30 and enter remaining time.
Step Procedure Keypad
1Press Auto Defrost.
2Enter the weight of food.
Weight must be converted to pounds
and tenths (0.1) of a pound.
Example: 2 lb. 8 oz. = 2.5 lbs
Conversion Chart:
3Press START.
Total defrost time appears in the
display.
Ounces Tenths of a Pound
1 - 2
3 - 4
5
6 - 7
8
9 - 10
11 - 12
13
14 - 15
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
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Note: • Maximum weight for defrosting is 5.9 lbs. If weight is entered at
more than 5.9 lbs, a beep sounds to alert you to enter correct
weight.
•If START is pressed without entering a weight, the control will
default to 1.0 lb.
•Beep tone sounds 5 times during the defrosting cycle to signal
that food should be rearranged to improve defrosting
performance. After turning or rearranging, close door and press
START. The oven continues the defrosting cycle to the end if you
do not open the door.
•Food should be removed from styrofoam packages before
defrosting.
DEFROSTING CHART
ADD 30 SECONDS
This feature provides 2 functions:
•Allows you to cook for only 30 seconds on P100 (maximum power).
•Allows you to extend a cooking time by 30 seconds without pressing
START. You can repeat this option up to 3 times during Timed Cooking.
Example: To set 30-second cooking:
Note: This feature cannot be used during Auto Sensor Microwaving or
Defrost by weight.
Item During Defrosting
Ground Meat (Beef, Poultry) Turn over. Remove defrosted portions.
Steaks/Chops/Ribs/Roasts/Whole
Chicken/Meat Pieces such as
Chicken Pieces, Liver, Stew
Meat, Bacon, Fish or Seafood
Turn over and rearrange. Shield warm or
defrosted portions with small pieces of
aluminumfoil. Break apart pieces and remove
any meat, poultry, or fish that is almost
thawed.
Some ice crystals should remain. Rinse
chicken pieces, Cornish hens and fish fillets in
cold water to separate after defrosting.
Step Procedure Keypad
1Press Add 30 sec. once.
2Press START.
The display shows time countdown.
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