Whirlpool MT1066XB User manual

A Note To You 2
Understandng
Microwave Oven
SW 3
Precau&ions To Avoid
Possible Exposure
To Excessive
Microwave Energy 5
Installation
lnstmctions 8
Gettin -To Know
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Eil ‘crowave 10
Using Your
Microwave Oven 18
Caring For Your
Microwave Oven 31
Cooking Guide 32
Questions And
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Warranty 40
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MICROWAVE OVEN
vd MODEL MT1066XB

A Note To You
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance.
You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience
have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble-free
operation, we have developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on
how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also,
please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance. This
will help us notify you about any new information on your appliance.
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Please pay special attention to these
symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of each
symbol.
This symbol will help alert you to such
dangers as personal injury, burns, fire
and electriil shock.
This symbol will help you avoid actions
which could cause product damage
(scratches, dents, etc.) and damage to
your personal property.
Our Consumer Assistance Center number, l-800-253-1301,
is toll-free, 24 hours a day.
If you ever have a question concerning your appliance’s operation, or if you need service, first
see “If You Need Assistance Or Service” on page 37. If you need further help, feel free to call
our Consumer Assistance Center. When calling, you will need to know your appliance’s
complete model number and serial number. You can find this information on the model and
serial number plate (see diagram on page 12). For your convenience, we have included a
handy place below for you to record these numbers, the purchase date from the sales slip and
your dealer’s name and telephone number. Keep this book and the sales slip together in a
safe place for future reference.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Dealer Name
Dealer Phone
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Understanding Microwave
Oven Safety
IMPORTANT SAFEl-Y INSTRUCTIONS
Microwave ovens have been thoroughly tested for safe and effiiient operation. However, as
with any appliance, there are special installation and safety precautions which must be
followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation and prevent damage to the unit.
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock, injury to
persons, exposure to excessive microwave energy, or dam-
age when uslng the microwave oven, follow basic precau-
tions, lncludlng the followlng:
l Read all instructions before using the
l This appliance should be serviced only by
microwave oven. qualified service personnel. Call an
l Read and follow the specific “PRECAU- authorized Whirlpool@ service company for
TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPO- examination, repair or adjustment.
SURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
l Do not cover or block any opening on the
ENERGY” found on page 5. appliance. Fire could resuft.
l This appliance must be grounded.
Connect only to properly grounded
l Do not store or use this appliance out-
outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUC- doors. Do not use this product near
TIONS” found on page 9. water-for example, near a kitchen sink,
in a wet basement, or near a swimming
l Install or locate this appliance only in pool, and the like.
accordance with the provided Installation
Instructions found on page 8.
l Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
l Some products such as whole eggs in
l Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
the shell and sealed containers-for
l Do not let cord hang over edge of table
example, closed glass jars-could explode or counter.
and should not be heated in this oven.
l See door surface and interior cleaning
l Do not heat, store or use flammable instructions on page 31.
materials in or near the oven. Fumes
l To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
could create a fire hazard or explosion. cavity:
l Use this appliance only for its intended -Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
use as described in this manual. Do not appliance if paper, plastic, or other
use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this combustible materials are placed inside
appliance. This type of oven is specifi- the oven to facilitate cooking. Paper
tally designed to heat or cook food. It is coukl char or burn, and some plastics
not designed for industrial or laboratory could meft if used when heating foods.
use. -Do not deep fry in oven. Microwavable
l As with any appliance, close supervision utensils are not suitable and it is difficult
is necessary when used by children. to maintain appropriate deep frying
l Do not operate this appliance if it has a temperatures.
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged or
dropped. Electrical shock, fire or other
hazards could result.
continued on next page
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To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
cavity (continued):
-Test dinnerware or cookware before
using. To test a dish for safe use, put
it into the oven with a cup of water
besiie it. Cook at 106% Cook Power
for one minute. If the dish gets hot
and water stays cool, do not use it.
Some dishes (melamine, some
ceramic dinnenrvare, etc.) absorb
microwave energy, becoming too hot
to handle and slowing cooking times.
Cooking in metal containers not
designed for microwave use can
damage the oven, as can containers
with hidden metal (twist-ties, foil lining,
staples, metallic glaze or trim).
-Remove wire twist-ties from paper or
plastic bags before placing bag 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 pur-
poses. Do not leave paper products,
cooking utensils, or food in the cavity
when not in use.
-Do not operate any heating or cooking
appliance beneath this appliance.
-Do not mount unit over or near any
portion of a heating or cooking appliance.
-Do not mount over a sink.
-Do not store anything directly on top of
the appliance when appliance is in
operation.
. Read and follow “Operating safety
precautions” starting on page 6.
1. A short power-supply cord is provided
to reduce the risks resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over
a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords
are available and may be used if care
is exercised in their use.
3. If a long cord or extension cord is used
temporarily, (a) the marked electrical
rating of the cord set or extension cord
should be at least as great as the
electriil rating of the appliance, (b) the
extension cord must be a grounding-
type, g-wire cord that has a 3-blade
grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle
that will accept the plug on the appli-
ance, and (c) the longer cord should be
arranged so that it will not drape over
the countertop or tabletop where it can
be pulled on by children or tripped
over accidentally.
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4. A qualified electrician must install a
properly grounded and polariied
3-prong receptacle near the appli-
ance.
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PRECAUTIONSTOAVOIDPOSSIBLE
EXPOSURETOEXCESSIVE
MICROWAVEENERGY...
Do not attempt to operate this oven with (1) Door (bent),
the door open since open-door operation (2) Hinges and latches (broken or
can result in harmful exposure to micro- loosened),
wave energy. It is important not to defeat (3) Door seals and sealina surfaces.
or tamper Gith the safety interlocks. . ,
Do not ooerate the microwave oven if the
Do not place any object between the oven door window is broken.
front face and the door or allow soil or The microwave oven should be checked
cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing for microwave leakage by qualified service
surfaces. personnel after a repair is made.
Do not operate the oven if it is damaged.
It is particularly important that the oven
door close properly and that there is no
The oven should not be adjusted or
repaired by anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.
damage to the: Do
not operate the microwave oven with
the outer cabinet removed.
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Operating safety precautions
To reduce the risk of bums, fire,
electrical shock, injury to persons, or
damage when using the microwave oven,
follow the precautions on pages 6-7.
Never cook or reheat a whole egg inside
the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may
cause them to burst and burn you, and
possibly damage the oven. Slice hard-boiled
eggs before heating. 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.
Stir before heating
For best results, stir any liquid several
times before heating or reheating. Liquids
heated in certain containers (especially
cylindrfcal containers) may become over-
heated. The liquid may splash out with a
loud noise during or after heating or when
adding ingredients (coffee, etc.) resulting in
harm to the oven and possible personal
injury.
Never lean on the door or allow a child to
swing on it when the door is open. Injury
could result.
Use hot pads. Microwave energy does not
heat containers, but the hot food does.
Do not overcook potatoes. Fire could
result. At the end of the recommended
cooking time, potatoes shouM be slightly
firm because they will continue cooking
during standing time. After microwaving,
wrap potatoes in foil and set aside for
5 minutes. They will finish cooking while
standing.
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Do not start a microwave oven when it is
empty. Product life may be shortened.
If you practice programming the oven,
put a container of water in the oven.
Do not use newspaper or other printed
paper in the oven. Fire could result.
Do not dry flowers, fruit, herbs, wood,
paper, gourds or clothes in the oven. Fire
could result.
Do not operate in the microwave mode
unless the glass turntable is securely in
place and can rotate freely. The turntable
can rotate in either direction.
Make sure the turntable is correct-side
up in oven. Carefully place cookware on
turntable to avoid possible breakage.
Handle turntable with care when remov-
ing from oven to avoid possible breakage.
If turntable cracks or breaks, contact your
Whirlpool dealer for a replacement.
When you use a browning dish, the
browning dish bottom must be at least
%6 inch above the turntable. Follow direc-
tions supplied with browning dish.
General information
Fuse box
Do not try to melt paraffin wax in the oven.
Paraffin wax will not melt in a microwave
oven because it allows microwaves to
pass through it.
If your electric power line or outlet
vottage is less than 110 volts, cooking
times may be longer. Have a qualified
electrician check your electrical system.
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Installation lnsbuctions
Before you begin operating the oven, carefully read the following instructions.
1. Empty the microwave oven and clean
inside it with a soft, damp cloth. Check for
damage such as misaligned door, dam-
age around the door, or dents inside the
oven or on the exterior. If there is any
damage, do not operate the unit until it
has been checked by an authorized
Whirlpoole service technician and any
repairs made.
2. Put the oven on a cart, counter, table, or
shelf that is strong enough to hold the
oven and the food and utensils you put in
it. (The control side of the unlt is the
heavy side. Use care when handling.)
The weight of the oven is approximately
28 Ibs (12.6 kg). The microwave oven
should be at a temperature above 50°F
(10°C) for proper operation.
‘ire, Electrical Shock, Excessive Expo-
sure To Microwave Energy, Personal
Injury and Product Damage Hazard
l Do not block the exhaust vents or rear
air intake openings. Allow a few inches
of space at back of oven where intake
openings are located. Blocking the air
intake openings and exhaust vents
coukl cause damage to the oven and
poor cooking results. Make sure the
microwave oven legs are in place to
ensure proper airflow.
*Do not install the oven next to or over a
heat source (for example, a cooktop or
range). Also, do not install oven in any
area where excessive heat and steam
are generated. This could cause a fire,
electrical shock, excessive exposure to
microwave energy, other personal injury
or damage to the outside of the cabinet.
Under-the-counter kits
You can fasten your microwave oven onto a
wall or under a cabinet by using one of the
following kits:
Kit No. 4376401 (for black model)
Kit No. 4676402 (for white model)
These kiis are available from your Whirlpool
Dealer. lf your dealer does not stock the kii,
it can be ordered, by kit part number, by
writing to:
Whirlpool Corporation
Attention: Customer Service Dept.
1900 Whirlpool Drive
LaPorte, IN 46360
Power
sup ly
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Exhaust vents -I Aiiintake Exhaust vents
(on bottom in front) openings (on side)
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3.Electrical requirements
Observe all governing codes and ordi- (Time-delay fuse is recommended.) It is
nances. A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC onfy, 15 recommended that a separate circuit
amp fused electrical supply is required. serving only this appliance be provided.
&GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical Shock Hazard
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electrical
shock. DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, REMOVE
THE POWER SUPPLY CORD GROUNDING PRONG.
5. For your personal safety, this appliance It is the personal responsibility and obliga-
must be grounded. In the event of an tion of the customer to have a property
electriil short circuit, grounding reduces grounded and correctly polarized 3-prong
the risk of electriil shock by providing wall receptacle installed by a qualified
an escape wire for the electric current. electrician.
This appliance is equipped with a polar- Consult a qualified electrician if the
ized 3-prong grounding plug. It must be grounding instructions are not completely
plugged into a correctly polarized mating understood, or if doubt exists as to whether
3-prong grounding type wall receptacle, the appliance is properly grounded.
properly installed and grounded in
It Is not recommended to use an
accordance with the National Electrical
extension cord with your microwave
Code and local codes and ordinances. If oven, but if you find it necessary to do
a mating wall receptacle is not available
so temporarily (until a properly
or if you are not sure if the wall recep-
grounded and polarized, 3-prong recep
tacle is properly grounded and polarized,
tacle is installed), use only a heavy duty,
have it checked by a qualified electrician.
UL listed, 3-wire grounding type exten-
sion cord contalnlng three 16-gauge
(minimum) copper wires. It must not be
longer than 10 feet (cords longer than
10 feet may affect the cooking performance
of your microwave oven). The plug on the
extension cord must fit into a 3-prong
grounding type wall receptacle (as shown
on this page) and the receptacle end of the
extension cord must accept the 3-prong
grounding plug of the microwave oven.
To test the oven, plug it into the
proper electrical outlet. Put
about one cup (250 ml) of cold
water in a glass container in the
oven. Close the door. Make sure it
latches. Follow the directions on page 19
to set the oven to cook for 2 minutes.
When the time is up, the water should be
heated.
7. This microwave oven is designed for
use in the househokl only and must
not be used for commercial purposes.
Do not remove the door, control panel
or cabinet at any time. The unit is
equipped with high voltage and should be
serviced by an authorized Whirlpool@
service technician.
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Getting To Know Your
Microwave Oven
This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking and introduces you to the
basics you need to know to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before
use.
In This Section
Page Page
How microwave cooking works ......10 Setting the clock ...............................15
Microwave oven features .................12 Using the Minute Timer ....................16
Control panel features .....................13 Using chikl lock ................................17
How microwave cooking works
Microwave ovens are safe. Microwave
energy is not hot. It causes food to make its
own heat, and it’s this heat that cooks the
food.
Microwaves are like TV waves or light
waves. You cannot see them, but you can
see what they do.
Magnetron
Oven cavity
A magnetron in the microwave oven
produces microwaves. The microwaves
move into the oven where they contact food
as it turns on the turntable.
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