KitchenAid KEHU309 User manual

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BUILT-IN CONVECTION MICROWAVE OVEN
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Table of Contents ............................................................................................................ 2
Model KEHU309
8304585A

TABLE OF CONTENTS
BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY ....................................... 3
Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 4
PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................ 5
Turntable ...................................................................................... 5
Convection Rack .......................................................................... 5
Browning Pan and Handle ........................................................... 6
Baking Tray .................................................................................. 6
KITCHENAID TM Steamer Vessel .................................................. 6
MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL .................................................... 7
Control Panel................................................................................ 7
Interactive Touch Display ............................................................. 7
Main Menu .................................................................................... 8
Menu Demonstration .................................................................... 8
Settings & Info .............................................................................. 9
Sound ........................................................................................... 9
Display Contrast ........................................................................... 9
Temp Format ................................................................................ 9
Languages (on some models) ...................................................... 9
Clock ............................................................................................ 9
Start - Add Time ......................................................................... 10
Upper Oven Off - Cancel ........................................................... 10
Clear ........................................................................................... 10
Control Lock ............................................................................... 10
Timer ........................................................................................... 10
BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN USE ........................................... 11
Food Characteristics .................................................................. 11
Cooking Guidelines .................................................................... 11
Cookware and Dinnerware ........................................................ 12
Aluminum Foil and Metal ........................................................... 12
Positioning Baking Tray ............................................................. 12
Microwave Cooking Power ........................................................ 13
Doneness ................................................................................... 13
Sensor Cook ............................................................................... 13
Manual Method Cooking ............................................................ 14
Reheat ........................................................................................ 14
Defrost ........................................................................................ 15
Steam Cooking ........................................................................... 16
Boil & Simmer ............................................................................. 17
Bake ............................................................................................ 18
Roast .......................................................................................... 18
Browning Pan ............................................................................. 19
Grill ............................................................................................. 20
Cook ........................................................................................... 21
Soften and Melt .......................................................................... 21
Popcorn ...................................................................................... 22
EasyConvect TM System Conversion .......................................... 22
Food Type .................................................................................. 23
Warm Hold ................................................................................. 24
BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN CARE ......................................... 24
General Cleaning ........................................................................ 24
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 26
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ......................................................... 27
Accessories ................................................................................ 27
Replacement Parts and Accessories ......................................... 27
WARRANTY .................................................................................. 28

BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
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.
[] 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 - may explode
and should not be heated in the microwave oven.
[] Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as
described in this 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.
[] Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be
inserted in the microwave oven as they may create a fire or
risk of electric shock.
[] Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off
the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric
shock.
[] Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer's
recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.
[] 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.
[] Do not deep fry in oven. Microwavable utensils are not
suitable and it is difficult to maintain appropriate deep frying
temperatures.
[] Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in
the "PAN BROWN" mode.
[] Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal
foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
[] As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary
when used by children.
[] The microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified
service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service
company for examination, repair, or adjustment.
[] Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave
oven.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
[] Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be [] Do not store the microwave oven outdoors. Do not use this
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 MQUID.
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.
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product near water - for example, near a kitchen sink, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
See door surface cleaning instructions in the "Oven Care"
section.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
- Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the microwave
oven if 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 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.
- Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave
paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity
when not in use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open (c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly
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.
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.
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Observe all governing codes and ordinances. The microwave
oven is connected to both 120-volt sides of the 208/240-volt
circuit required for electrical connections. If the incoming voltage
to the microwave oven is less than 120 volts, cooking times may
be longer. Have a qualified electrician check your electrical
system.
IThis device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a permanently connected microwave oven:
The microwave oven must be connected to a grounded,
metallic, permanent wiring system, or an equipment
grounding conductor should be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the equipment grounding
terminal or lead on the microwave oven.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS AND
This manual covers different models. The microwave oven you
have purchased may have some or all of the parts and features
listed. The location and appearance of the features shown here
may not match those of your model.
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A. Electronic oven control
B. Convection element and fan
(hidden behind back panel)
C. Light (inaccessible, in ceiling)
D. Grill element (can be lowered)
E. Turntable
F. Metal shielded window
G. Lower oven (on combination
models, see separate Use and
Care Guide)
H. Door safety lock system
I. Dual microwave emission
J. Cooking guide label
K. Model and serial plate
(on right mounting rail,
single oven models)
Parts and Features not shown
Steamer
Convection grid
Crisper pan and handle
Baking tray
FEATURES
The raised, curved lines in the center of the turntable bottom fit
between the 3 spokes of the hub. The hub turns the turntable
during microwave oven use. The rollers on the support should fit
inside the turntable bottom ridge.
To Turn On/Off:
For best microwave performance it is recommended to always
leave the turntable on. If necessary, the turntable can be turned
off (except during an auto function).
This is helpful when cooking with a dish that is larger than the
turntable.
1. From the Main Menu touch MORE CHOICES.
2. Touch TURNTABLE ON/OFR
The display shows the Turntable On/Off screen.
TURNTABLE
The turntable can only be turned
off when using amanual setting.
The turntable can not be turned
off for Auto(preset) settings.
3. Select OFF, then touch OK.
Repeat to turn the turntable back on.
The convection rack provides optimal heat circulation for grilling
and convection cooking (on some models).
In combination with the baking tray, the convection rack places
food close to the grill element, making it ideal for fast browning of
small amounts of food with the grilling function.
A. Turntable
B. Support and rollers
C. Hub
The turntable rotates in both directions to help cook food more
evenly. Do not operate the microwave oven without having the
turntable in place. See "Assistance or Service" to reorder any of
the parts.
• The rack will become hot. Always use oven mitts or pot
holders when handling.
• To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not allow the
rack to touch the inside cavity walls, ceiling or floor.
• Always use the turntable or the baking tray.
• To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not store the
rack in the oven.
• Two-level cooking is not recommended.
• For best results, do not place popcorn bags on the rack.
• The rack is designed specifically for this oven. For best
cooking results, do not attempt to use any other rack in this
oven.
• See "Assistance or Service" section to reorder.

Thebrowningpanisidealforrapidlybrowningandcrispingthe
bottomoffood,suchascookiesandpizza.
Thematerialcoatingthebottomabsorbsmicrowavesand
transferstheheattothepanandfood.Thebrowningpanreaches
436°F(210°C)inapproximately3minutes,atwhichtimeitstops
absorbingmicrowavesandholdsthisoptimalfryingtemperature.
• Thebrowningpanwillbecomehot.Alwaysusethehandle
andovenmittsorpotholderswhenhandling.Placegripping
endontheedgeofpan,squeezehandle,andliftpan.
• Donotallowthebrowningpanorhandletotouchtheinside
cavitywalls,ceilingorfloor.
• Alwaysusetheturntable.
• Toavoiddamagetothemicrowaveoven,donotuseanother
metalobjectwiththebrowningpan.
• Thebrowningpanisdesignedspecificallyforthisoven.Do
notuseitinanyotheroven.
• Useonlywoodenorplasticcookingutensilstohelpavoid
scratches.
• See"AssistanceorService"sectiontoreorder.
• BakingTraycanbeusedonlywithconvectioncookingand
grilling(onsomemodels).
• Toavoiddamagetothemicrowaveoven,donotusein
combinationwithmicrowavecooking.
• BakingTraywillbecomehot.Alwaysuseovenmittsorpot
holderswhenhandling.
• See"PositioningBakingTray"sectionbeforeusing.
• See"AssistanceorService"sectiontoreorder.
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UsetheKITCHENAIDTM Steamer Vessel with the Steam Cook
feature to steam foods.
B
A. Lid
B. insert
C. Base
• The steamer vessel will become hot. Always use oven mitts
or pot holders when handling.
Steamer vessel is designed to be used only in the microwave.
To avoid damaging steamer vessel, do not use in a
convectional- or combination-type oven, or any other
convection function, crisp or on electric or gas burners.
• Do not use plastic wrap or aluminum foil when covering the
food.
• Always place the steamer on the glass turntable. Check that
the turntable turns freely before starting the oven.
• Do not remove lid while the bowl is inside the oven, as the
rush of steam will disrupt the sensor settings.
• To avoid scratching, use plastic utensils.
• Do not overfill with water. See steam chart in the "Steam
Cooking" section for the amount of water recommended.
Lid: Always use the lid when steaming. Place directly over the
insert and base or just the base.
Insert: Use when steam cooking to keep foods such as fish and
vegetables out of the water. Place insert with food directly over
the base. Do not use when simmering.
Base: For steam cooking, place water in base. For simmering
foods such as rice, potatoes, pasta and vegetables, place food
and water/liquid in base.
See "Assistance or Service" section to order replacements. See
"General Cleaning" section for instructions on cleaning.

MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL
This manual covers different models. The oven you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and
appearances of the items shown here may not match those of your model.
The microwave oven's controls are accessed through its control panel and interactive touch display.
NOTE: Due to the sensitivity of the control panel, we have provided special instructions for cleaning the panel as well as the touch
screen display. See "General Cleaning" section for cleaning instructions.
Control Panel
A B C D
Control Lock
Hold 5sec EJ
Upper Over_
A. Control panel
B. Lower oven controls (see separate Use and Care Guide)
C. Number keys
D. Start/control lock (hold 5 seconds)
E. Off
The control panel houses the control menu and function controls.
The control pads are very sensitive, and require only a light touch
to activate.
For more information about the individual controls, see their
respective sections in this manual.
The display area functions as both a display and an interactive,
menu-driven touch control. It is designed to be easily navigable,
guiding you through the menus, offering multiple selections,
accepting your input and executing your commands. It also
provides instructions, tips, and graphics.
Display
When power is first supplied to the microwave oven or, when
power has be interrupted for more than 10 seconds, the clock will
be set to 12:00 RM. To set the time, follow the instructions in the
"Clock" section. To bypass setting the clock and begin using the
oven, touch Start, Off or Clear.
On combination oven models, the left display shows the lower
oven and the right display shows the upper microwave oven.
When the oven(s) are in use (active mode), the display shows the
oven temperature, heat source(s) and timer, if set.
The main menu display may display "Fan Cooling" after the end
of a cooking cycle. The oven cavity fan is used to vent humidity
and/or heat from the oven cavity and may continue to run for
5-10 minutes after a cooking cycle has ended.
H G
E Timer Set/Off
G, Interactive touch display
H. Clear
I. Clock
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After approximately 2 minutes of inactivity, the display will go into
standby (sleep) mode. When the oven is in operation, the display
will remain active.
When the oven(s) are not in use (sleep mode), the display shows
the time of day, if is set to be displayed. On the combination oven
the time of day will appear in the right display. To turn the clock
display on/off, see the "Clock" section.
During programming, the display shows menus and the
appropriate selections for the respective cooking function. To
view the main menu screens, see the "Main Menu" section.
Touch Screen
The LCD touch screen is used to make menu selections, adjust
settings and input commands.
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A. Titleldescription region
B. Menu and selection/settings input region
C. Command input region
Menu selections and input adjustments are made in the center
portion of the screen, and the command inputs (OK, Adjust
Settings, Browning, Back, Exit, etc.) are made in the bottom
portion of the screen. Screen titles and descriptions are
displayed in the top portion of the screen, which accepts no
input. A light- to medium-pressure touch of the fingertip will
activate the menu selection.

FromtheMainMenu,allautomaticcookingprogramscanbeactivated;allmanualcookingcanbeprogrammed;settingscanbe
adjusted;andinstructions,preparationandtipscanbeaccessed.
MAiN MENU
Manual
Method
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Convect
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temperature _nd time for convection cooking
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On the Main Menu touch COOK METHOD.
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On the Cook Method menu touch COOK.
COOK METHOD ......
3. On the Cook menu touch BAKED POTATO.
COOK
4. On the Baked Potato menu select the quantity.
COOK-BAKEDPOTATO:
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5. Read and follow the preparation directions that appear in the
display.
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1. Prick potato skin with fork 2-3 times.
2. Place in oven on a paper towel.
6.
To adjust cooking results, press [Doneness]
Donenes Start
To change the doneness setting, touch DONENESS and
touch the "plus" (+) or "minus" (-) key to increase or decrease
the desired level.
COOK=POTATO:
Recommended
Adjust doneness to your preference,
Your oven provides you with the ability to control several of the
default settings and access information through the on-screen
display. These include; Sound, Display Contrast, Temp Format,
Contact Info and Languages.
To access the Settings menu, see the following sections.
To Change:
1. From the main menu touch MORE CHOICES.
2. Touch SETTINGS & INFO.
3. Touch SOUND.
4. To change the sound level, touch the "plus" (+) or "minus" (-)
signs to increase or decrease to the desired level.
5. Touch OK.
NOTE: Toturn the sound off touch the "minus" (-) sign until the
bar disappears to the left.
To Adjust the Display Contrast:
1. From the main menu touch MORE CHOICES.
2. Touch SETTINGS & INFO.
3. Touch DISPLAY CONTRAST.
4. Touch + (plus) or - (minus) to increase/decrease the display
contrast to the desired setting.
5. Touch OK.
The temperature is programmed in Fahrenheit, however it can be
changed to Celsius.
To Change:
1. From the Main Menu touch MORE CHOICES.
2. Touch SETTINGS & INFO.
3. Touch TEMP FORMAT.
4. Touch F FAHRENHEIT or C CELCIUS.
5. Touch OK.
Audible signals will sound indicating the following:
One beep
• Valid keytouch
• Function has been entered
One chime
• Preheat cycle has been completed
Two chimes
• End of a cooking cycle
Three beeps
• Invalid keytouch
Four chimes
• When timer reaches zero
• Includes using the Timer for functions other than cooking.
Tone Volume (Sound)
• The programmed volume can be changed. On combination
ovens, you can change the sound from either display.
Changing the sound on one display changes the sound for
both ovens.
To Change Language Setting:
1. From the main menu touch MORE CHOICES.
2. Touch SETTINGS & INFO.
3. Touch LANGUAGES.
4. Touch ENGLISH or FRAN(_AIS (French).
5. Touch OK.
This is a 12-hour clock. Before setting, make sure the oven(s),
Timer and Timed Cooking are off.
To Set:
1. Touch CLOCK SET/START.
2. Touch the number keys to set the time of day.
3. Touch AM or PM.
4. Touch OK.
To change the clock display setting:
1. Touch CLOCK SET/START.
2. Touch ON DISPLAY or OFF DISPLAY.
3. Select desired option.
4. Touch OK.

ThemicrowaveovenStartkeybeginsallovenfunctions.Oncea
cookingsetupfunctioniscomplete,theStartkeywillilluminate
untiltouched.Ifnottouchedwithin2minutesafterenteringa
cookingfunction,thedisplaywillreturntothesleepmodeand
theprogrammedfunctionwillbecancelled.
Foraddedconvenience,Startisalsoavailableonsomedisplay
screens,andprovidesthesamefunctionastheStartkeyonthe
controlpanel.
TouchingStartwhenthemicrowaveovenisoffwillstart
1minuteofcooktimeat100%power.TouchingStartwhilethe
microwaveovenisoperatingwilladd1minuteofcooktimetothe
currentcycle.Multiple1-minuteincrementscanbeaddedby
repeatedlytouchingStart.
Attheendofeachcookingcycletheendscreenisdisplayed.At
thisstage,timecanbeaddedbychoosingthe"AddTime"option
ortokeepfoodwarmbychoosingthe"WarmHold"option.See
the"WarmHold"section.
TheUPPEROVENOFFkeystopstherespectiveovenfunctions
exceptfortheClock,TimerandControlLock.Theovencooling
fanmaycontinuetooperateevenafteranovenfunctionhasbeen
cancelledorcompleted,dependingontheoventemperature.
IftheUPPEROVENOFFkeyistouched,thedisplaywillreturnto
theMainMenufromanymenu.
TheCANCELkeywillappearduringacookingcycle.IfCANCEL
istouched,thecookingcyclewillbecancelledandthedisplay
willreturntotheMainMenu.
Duringprogramming,theCLEARkeychangesthenumeric
programmingvalues,suchasminutes,secondsandcookpower
thatareactiveinthedisplaytotheirdefaultvalue.
Forexample,whileenteringacooktime,touchingCLEARwill
changethetimeyouhavealreadyenteredto"0:00."
TheCLEARkeygivesaninvalidsignaliftouchedduringa
cookingcycle.See"Sounds"section.
TheControlLockshutsdownthecontrolpanelkeystoavoid
unintendeduseoftheoven(s).TheControlLockwillremainset
afterapowerfailure,ifsetbeforethepowerfailureoccurs.
Whenthecontrolislocked,onlytheTIMERSET,TIMEROFFand
OVENLIGHTkeyswillfunction.
TheControlLockispresetunlocked,butcanbelocked.
ToLockControl:Fromtheupperovencontrolpanel,touchand
holdSTARTforapproximately5seconds,until"CONTROLS
LOCKED"andalockiconappearsinthedisplayanda
confirmationtonesoundsindicatingtheovencontrolhasbeen
locked."Controlslocked"andthelockiconwillappearinthe
displayforapproximately5seconds.
Ifakeyistouchedwhilethecontrolsarelocked,theinvalidkey
touchtonewillsoundandaremindermessagewillbedisplayed
indicatingthatthecontrolislocked.
ToUnlockControl:Repeattounlockthecontrol.Atonewill
soundandacontrolsunlockedmessagewillbedisplayedfor
approximately5seconds.
TheTimerissetinhoursandminutesandcountsdowntheset
time.Timesofmorethanonehourwillcountdownbytheminute.
Inthelasthour,thetimewillcountdownbyminuteandsecond.
NOTE:TheTimerdoesnotstartorstoptheoven.
To Set:
1. TouchTIMER SET.
2. Use the "plus" (+) or "minus" (-) keys to adjust the time or
enter the desired timer setting using the numerical keys.
3. Touch START TIMER.
If Start Timer is not touched, the control will continue to wait.
When the set time ends, if enabled, end-of-cycle tones will
continuously repeat until the Timer Off key is touched.
4. Touch TIMER OFF anytime to cancel the Timer or stop the
reminder tones.
If UPPER OVEN OFF key is touched, the respective oven will turn
off; however, the Timer can only be turned off using the Timer Off
key.
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