Jenn-Air M417 User manual

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Useand Care Manual
Microwave Ovens
MODELS M417, M437 & M457

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basicsafety precautions should be
followed, including the following:
WARNING - reduce the risk of burns, electric shock,
fire, injury to persons or exposure toexcessive microwave energy:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific "PRECAUTIONS TOAVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TOEXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY"found on Page 7.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only toprop-
erly grounded outlet. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS"
on Page 8.
4. Install or locate this appliance in accordance with the pro-
vided installation instructions.
5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers
for example, closed glass jars -- may explode and
should not be heated in this oven. In rare instances,
poached eggs have been known to explode.Cover poached
eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cutting
into them.
6. Foods with unbroken outer "skin" such as potatoes,
sausages,tomatoes, apples,chicken livers and other giblets,
and egg yolks (see previous caution) should be pierced to
allow steam to escape during cooking.
7. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in
this manual.
8. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when
used by children.
9. Do not operate this appliance 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
personnel. Contact nearest authorized Jenn-Air service
facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
11. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
12. Do not use outdoors.
13. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

14. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
15. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
16. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come
together on closing the door, use only mild, non-abrasive
soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
17. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if
paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed
inside the oven to facilitate cooking.Avoid using re-
cycled paper products. Such products sometimes con-
tain impurities which could ignite.
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before
placing bag in oven.
c.If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven
door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power
cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker
panel.
_1.Do not use the oven for storage.
e. Do not pop popcorn except in a microwave approved
popcorn popper or in a commercial package recom-
mended especially for microwave ovens.
18. Do not operate the oven when empty.
19. Do not lean on the oven door. The door isdesigned to close
tightly and seal properly for safe operation. Leaning on the
door may warp or break the hinges.
20. To avoid exposure to dangerous high voltage, DO NOT
REMOVE THE OUTER CASE.
21. Do not store metal oven rack in oven. Use the rack only
when cooking more than one dish. Do not use microwave
browning dish on shelf; the shelf could overheat.
22. Do not store the temperature probe in the oven.
23. Use metal only as directed in cookbook.TV dinners may be
microwaved in foil trays less than 3/_,,deep; remove top foil
cover and return tray to box. When using metal in microwave
oven, keep metal (other than metal shelf) at least 1-inch
away from sides of oven.
24. "Boilable" cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags
should be slit, pierced, or vented.
25. Do NOT defrost frozen beverages in narrow necked bottles.
26. Liquids heated in certain shaped containers (especially
cylindrical-shaped containers) may become overheated,
splash out with a loud noise. For best results, stir the liquid
several times before heating. Always stir liquids several
times between reheatings.

27. Read and followspecific microwave oven preparation
instructions on food packages or containers (especially
baby food). Above all, this isa cooking appliance designed
to prepare food.
28. Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred
from the heated food. Pot holders may be needed to handle
the cookware.
29. Use only cooking utensils and accessories made for use in
the microwave and specifically described in this manual or
cookbook.
Safety Precautions forExhaustFan
(Models M437 & M457Only)
In addition to starting by touching the fan switch,the exhaust fan
may start automatically ifexcessive temperatures occur around
the microwave oven. This may occur with high temperature frying
or long term cooking on thecooktop surface below thehood or
during broiling or thepyrolytic (self) cleaning ofa range.
This automatic exhaust fan feature isdesigned to prevent damage
from overheating ofthe oven parts. The exhaust fan may stay on as
long as 30 minutes to cool theoven. The cooling time will depend
on removal oftheheat source. Pushing thefan switch will not turn
the fan off.
Becauseoftheautomatic exhaust fan feature, the following cau-
tions must be observed:
1. DO NOT leave the area when using your cooktop at a high
setting. Accidental firesfrom boilover or spattering on the
surface unit couldspread,especially if the exhaust fanis
operating.
2.DO NOT allow grease and soilto build up in the exhaust
filter. Exhaust fan efficiency will decrease and fire may
result.Clean frequently following the filter cleaning
instructions.
3. DO NOT flame foods when operating the exhaust fan.The
fan, if operating, may spread the flame and cause personal
injury or property damage.
4. In the event of a grease fire, smother flaming pan on surface
unit by covering pan completely with well-fitting lid.
5. Model M457 Only: Raise and lowerthe smoke and spatter shield
carefully to avoid tipping over tall cooking utensils.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Precautions To Avoid Possible
Exposure To Excessive
Microwave Energy
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with thedoor open sinceopen
door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave
energy.It is important not to defeat or tamper with thesafety
interlocks.
(b) Do not placeanyobject between theovenfront faceand the door or
allow soil or cleaner residueto accumulateon sealing surfaces.
(c) Do not operatetheoven ifitisdamaged.It isparticularlyimportant
that theoven door closeproperlyand that there is no damageto
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 byanyone except
properlyqualified servicepersonnel.
REGISTRATION
Federal law requires registration ofall microwave ovens. To comply with the
law, pleasefill out theCUSTOMER PRODUCTOWNERSHIP REGISTRATION CARD
packaged in theoven:
1. Check themodel and serial numbers on thecard to seethat theymatch the
numbers on therating label. Ratirlg label islocated on theupper left corner of
theovenfront frame. Ifthe numbers on thecard are not thesameasthose on
the rating label cross out thenumbers on the card and writein the numbers
as they appear on the rating label.
ICONSUMERPRODUCT OWNERSHIP REGISTRATIONJ2. Mail the card.The
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If you move or are not the original owner ofthis oven, you must, by law, renew
theregistration. Send the renewal registration information to:
Maycor
Warranty Administration
P.O. Box 4970
Cleveland. TN 37311
Renewal Registration information must provide:a) Your nameand address
and b) the microwave oven's model and serial numbers.

Grounding Instructions
This appliancemust begrounded. In the event ofan electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces therisk ofelectric shock byproviding anescapewirefor the
electric current. This applianceisequipped witha cord having a grounding wire
with a grounding plug. Theplug must beplugged into an outlet that isproperly
installed and grounded.
WARNING-Improperuse of thegrounding plug can result ina risk
ofelectric shock.
Consult a qualifiedelectrician or serviceman ifthegrounding instructions are
not completely understood, or ifdoubt exists as to whether theapplianceis
properly grounded.
Useofan extension cord is not recommended, but ifit is absolutely necessary
to usean extension cord, useonlya 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade
grounding plug, and a 3-slot receptaclethat will accept theplug on the
appliance. Themarked rating ofthe extension cord shall be equal to or greater
than the electrical rating oftheappliance.
Wherean electrical wall receptacleis encountered which will accept only a
two-prong plug, it is the personal responsibility and obligation ofthe owner to
contact a qualified electrician and have theoutlet replaced with a properly
grounded and polarized receptacle for a three-prong, grounding plug. Such
receptaclemust also meet local electrical codes, ifapplicable, and/or the
National Electrical Code.
Do not under any circumstance cut or remove the third (ground) prong
fromthe power cord.
Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance
IMPORTANT
The abovegrounding instructions must befollowed not only for your
personal protection against shock and fire hazards, but also to insure
satisfactory operation ofthe electronic controls. In addition to proper
grounding, a polarity check ofoutlet should bemadeto insure that
polarity is not reversed. Improper grounding or reversed polarity can
damagethe electronic control or causeit to operate erratically.

Installation
Please refer tothe separate installation booklet packed with the oven. Read all
the installation instructions and cautions before beginning.It is important to
follow carefully each section of the installation booklet.
NOTE: These microwave ovens are UL listed for installation over certain cook-
tops and ranges as outlined below.
Model M457
The M457can be installed above all gas and electric cooktopsand ranges,
including grill-ranges which require updraft ventilation.Not recommended for
installation over electric and gas grill-ranges and grill-range cooktops with
downdraft ventilation.
Model M437
The M437 can be installed above al_non-grill gas and electric conventional
cooktopswhich requireupdraft ventilation. Not recommended over ranges or
cooktops with grilling capability unless the range or cooktop is equipped with
downdraft ventilation.
Model M417
The M417can be installed above all electric and gas grill-ranges and grill-
rangecooktopsfeaturingdowndraftventilation.Not recommendedaboveranges
or cooktops without downdraft ventilation.

Oven Operation
Probe. Sensing device,
much like a thermometer,
which can be set for doneness Safety Interlock System.
or internal temperature of the Safety latches in the
food, and which shuts off microwave oven door.
the oven automatically when All ovens have at least
Metal Rack.Accessory the desired temperature is two latches which stop the
used to give the microwave reached, operation of the oven when
oven cooking flexibility, the door is opened.
Offers the user the option
of cooking or reheating
more than one food ataDisplay Window.
Rating Label.
Code Instructions. Filters. Touch Control Panel.
(See moredetailed
diagramofcontrol
Window. To view thepanel on p. 11.)
Door Latches. Thesewill foodswhilecooking.
slideinto theinterlock.No mic[owavescan passSmoke and Spatter Shield.
Ifdoor isnot competely through themetal shield (Model M457Only) When using
closed theoven will not in this window, thevent,flip the shield downinto
operate, theOUT position whereit will
direct surfacesmoketo the
exhaust system.When thevent
fan isnot in use, flip theshieldup
underthe oven.
NOTE Model M437 Only:
For a nonvented installation, useCharcoal FilterKit (MF110) availablefromyour
Jenn-Air dealer.
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Touch Control Panel
Display Window.
Time Cook Pad. Defrost Pad. Push for
Push for time cooking. TIMEDEFROST. (See p. 17)
ClockPad.Push to settime Pad. Push to set
of day or recall it into the minute timer.
Display Window. wsy°u_Delay Start Pad.AIIo _ Cook & Hold Pad.
to program your oven to' Push for temperature
begin cooking at a cooking.(See pp. 20-22)
time of day. (See p. 15.)
NumberPads.Push to enter Min. Pad.Use with
cooking time, temperature, number pads to
power level or timer,enter whole minutes.
Cancel/Off Pad. Push to r LevelPad. Used to
stop. Cancels all program- select or check power level
ming except time of day. setting.
ProbeCode Pad.Push Pad. Push to start oven.
PROBE CODE. (See pp.
23-24.)Auto Defrost Pad. Push for
defrosting by weight. (See pp.
18-19.)
Vent FanPads. Push to set Cooktop Light Pads. Push
the fan speed, for cooktop light, night light,
(M437 M457 only) or off.
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Time of Day Clock
• After plugging in the oven or after a power outage, the Display will display
five 8's, 18 POWER. and all of the oven functions. After 15 seconds, all
lights disappear and "RESET" comes on in the upper portion.Set clock
using the instructions below.
• If set,the time of day will always be displayed when no other cooking
function is being used.
• To check the time of day when programming your ovenor cooking push
the Clock Pad.
• To return to time of day after cooking open door or push the Cancel/Off
Pad.
BASIC INSTRUCTIONS
1.Push the Cancel/Off Pad.
2.Push Clock Pad.
3. Set the time of day by pushing the appropriate numbers. "Start" will
appear in the Display Window.
4.Push Start Pad. The Time of Day clock will not be activated until the
Start Padis pushed. Time will changein one minute increments.
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The Timer feature of this oven has two timing functions:
• It operates as a minute timer.
• It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting.
BASIC INSTRUCTIONS -- TIMER
1, Push the Timer Pad.
2.Enter desired time.
3.Push the Start Pad. When time is up, oven signals and flashes "End",
and display shows timeof day.
BASIC INSTRUCTIONS -- HOLD SETTING
1. Push the Time Defrost Pad.
2. Enter desired defrost time.
3.Push the Timer Pad.
4,Enterdesired holding time.
5. Push the Start Pad.*When time is up,ovensignals andflashes
"End", and display shows time of day.
NOTE*: A microwave cooking function could be programmed to takeplace after the
"Hold Time".If so desired, program the function prior to completing step 5.
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