Whirlpool MWX303 ES User manual

Model: MWX303 ES
Microwave Oven User's manual
Please read these instructions carefully before installing and operating the oven.
Record in the space below the SERIAL NO. which found on the nameplate on your oven and
retain this information for future reference.
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1. 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.
2. Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or
cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
3. 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:
a) Door (bent),
b) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
c) Door seals and sealing surfaces.
4. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified
service personnel.
CONTENT
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY...............................................................................................................................1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...............................................................................2
INSTALLATION GUIDE.........................................................................................................4
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................4
UTENSILS GUIDE ................................................................................................................5
COOKING TECHNIQUES.....................................................................................................6
SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................................7
PART NAMES .......................................................................................................................8
CONTROL PANEL ................................................................................................................9
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ...........................................................................................10
Setting the clock..........................................................................................................10
Pre-Programmed.........................................................................................................10
Setting a cooking program ..........................................................................................10
My Way .......................................................................................................................11
Quick Start...................................................................................................................11
Defrost.........................................................................................................................11
Setting child lock .........................................................................................................12
Auto Cook....................................................................................................................12
CLEANING AND CARE.......................................................................................................14
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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, and 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 1.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See "GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS” on page 4.
4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions.
5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers -for example, closed glass jars- are
able to explode and should not be heated in this oven.
6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or
dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
7. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
8. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible
materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
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.
d. Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or
food in the cavity when not in use.
9. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea can be overheated beyond the boiling point without
appearing to be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid. Visible bubbling or boiling when the
container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THEIS COULD RESULT
IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL
IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury to person:
a. Do not overheat the liquid.
b. Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
c. Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
d. After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before
removing the container.
e. Use with extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
10. Do not heat oil or fat for deep-frying. It is difficult to control the temperature of oil in microwave
oven.
11. Pierce foods with heavy skins such as potatoes, whole squash, apples and chestnuts before
cooking.
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12. The contents of feeding bottles and baby jars should be stirred or shaken and the temperature
should be checked before serving in order to avoid burns.
13. Cooking utensils may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food. Potholders
may be needed to handle the utensil.
14. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
15. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water, for example,
near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar locations.
16. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or a plug, if it is not working properly or if
it has been damaged or dropped.
17. Do not immerse cord or plug in water. Keep cord away from heated surface. Do not let cord hang
over edge of table or counter.
18. Use only thermometers which are specifically designed for use in microwave ovens.
19. Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance beneath this appliance.
20. Be certain the glass tray and roller rings are in place when you operate the oven
21. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel, contact nearest
authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
22. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes together on closing the door, use only mild,
nonabrasive soaps, or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
23. Do not mount unit over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance.
24. Do not mount over a sink.
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This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded, and either:
1) If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only regulation conformed extension cord that will
accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord shall be equal to or greater
than the electrical rating of the appliance, or 2) Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord
is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The electrical requirements are a 220 volt 60 Hz, AC only, 20 amp. It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only the oven be provided. The oven is equipped with a Type A plug. It must be plugged
into a wall receptacle that is properly installed.
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1. Make sure that all the packing materials
are removed from the inside of the door.
2. Check the oven for any damage, such
as misaligned or bent door, damaged
door seals and sealing surface, broken
or loose door hinges and latches and
dents inside the cavity or on the door. If
there is any damage, do not operate the
oven but contact qualified service
personnel.
3. This microwave oven must be placed
on a flat, stable surface to hold its
weight and the heaviest food likely to be
cooked in the oven.
4. Do not place the oven where heat,
moisture, or high humidity are
generated, or near combustible
materials.
5. For correct operation, the oven must
have sufficient airflow. Allow 20cm of
space above the oven, 10cm at back
and 5cm at both sides. Do not cover or
block any openings on the appliance.
Do not remove feet on which oven
stands.
6. Do not operate the oven without glass
tray, roller support, and shaft in their
proper positions.
7. Make sure that the power supply cord is
undamaged and does not run under the
oven or over any hot or sharp surface.
8. The socket must be readily accessible
so that it can be easily unplugged in an
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Power Supply Cord
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 long cord or extension cord is used：
a) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or regulation conformed cord should be
at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
b) The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord, and The longer cord
should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or table top where it
can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
Notes:
If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions, consult a qualified
electrician or service person.
Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the oven or
personal injury resulting from failure to observe the electrical connection procedures.
Radio or TV Interference
Should there be any interference caused by the microwave oven to your radio or TV, check that
the microwave oven is on a different circuit, relocated the radio or TV as far away from the oven
as feasible or check position and signal of receiving antenna.
This section lists which utensils can be used in the microwave, which ones have limited use for short
periods, and which ones should not be used in the microwave.
RECOMMENDED
Microwave browning dish —Use to brown the exterior of small items such as steaks, chops, or
pancakes. Follow the directions provided with your browning dish.
Microwaveable plastic wrap —Use to retain steam. Leave a small opening for some steam to
escape and avoid placing it directly on the food.
Paper towels and napkins —Use for short-term heating and covering; these absorb excess
moisture and prevent spattering. Do not use recycled paper towels, which may contain metal and
could ignite.
Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes —Use for heating or cooking.
Paper plates and cups —Use for short-term heating at low temperatures. Do not use recycled paper,
which may contain metal and could ignite.
Wax paper —Use as a cover to prevent spattering.
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Thermometers —Use only those labeled "Microwave Safe" and follow all directions. Check the food
in several places. Conventional thermometers may be used on microwave food once the food has
been removed from the oven.
 LIMITED USE
Aluminum foil —Use narrow strips of foil to prevent overcooking of exposed areas. Using too much
foil can damage your oven, so be careful. You should keep distance of 1 inch (2.54cm) between
aluminum foil and cavity.
Ceramic, porcelain, and stoneware—Use these if they are labeled "Microwave Safe". If they are
not labeled, test them to make sure they can be used safely.
Plastic —Use only if labeled "Microwave Safe". Other plastics can melt.
 Not Recommended
Glass jars and bottles —Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave. It can shatter and
cause damage and injury.
Paper bags —These are a fire hazard, except for popcorn bags that are designed for microwave
use.
Styrofoam plates and cups —These can melt and leave an unhealthy residue on food.
Plastic storage and food containers —Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in the
microwave.
Metal utensils —These can damage your oven. Remove all metal before cooking.
Note:
Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving, place the empty dish in the oven and
microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. A dish which becomes very hot should not be used.
Your microwave makes cooking easier than conventional cooking, provided you keep these
considerations in mind:
STIRRING
Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly. Food at the
outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats more quickly, so stir from the outside to the center.
The oven will turn off when you open the door to stir your food.
ARRANGEMENT
Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker, meatier parts
toward the outside of the turntable where they receive more microwave energy. To prevent
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overcooking, place delicate areas, such as asparagus tips, toward the center of the turntable.
SHIELDING
Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking. Areas that need shielding
include poultry wing tips, the ends of poultry legs, and corners of square baking dishes. Use only
small amounts of aluminum foil. Larger amounts can damage your oven.
TURNING
Turn foods over midway through cooking to expose all parts to microwave energy. This is especially
important with large foods such as roasts.
STANDING
Foods cooked in the microwave build up internal heat and continue to cook for a few minutes after
heating stops. Let foods stand to complete cooking, especially foods such as cakes and whole
vegetables. Roasts need this time to complete cooking in the center without overcooking the outer
areas. All liquids, such as soup or hot chocolate, should be shaken or stirred when cooking is
complete. Let liquids stand a moment before serving. When heating baby food, stir well at removal
and test the temperature before serving.
ADDING MOISTURE
Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules. Food that is uneven in moisture content should be
covered or allowed to stand so that the heat disperses evenly. Add a small amount of water to dry
food to help it cook.
Power Consumption:
220V~60Hz, 1350W (MICROWAVE)
Output:
900W
Operation Frequency:
2450MHz
Product Dimensions(H×W×D):
366 x 608 x 468 mm
Interior Cavity Dimensions(H×W×D):
240 x 358 x 354 mm
Oven Capacity:
30L
Net Weight:
Approx. 16kg
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1. Door Safety Lock System
2. Oven Window
3. Roller Ring
4. Shaft
5. Control Panel
6. Wave Guide (Please do not remove the mica plate covering the wave guide)
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Display Screen
Cooking time, power, indicators and present time are
displayed.
Clock
Press to set the oven clock.
Child Lock
Press to set the child lock.
Auto Menu
Press to cook the food of auto menu.
Defrost
Press to select one of the three defrost programs based
on the weight you set.
Power
Press to select one of two combination cooking settings.
Pre-programmed
Press to set the oven to cook at a preset time.
Favorite
Press this button to cook a set program.
Number Pads (+5 min/+1 min/+30 sec/+/-)
Press these button to set the clock, cooking time etc.
Pause/Cancel
Touch to stop cooking program or clear all previous
settings before cooking starts.
Start
Press to start cooking program.
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SETTING THE CLOCK
The clock works in 24 hour cycle.
Suppose you want to set the time of 8:30.
1. Touch Clock button once.
2. Touch +/- to set the hour digit.
3. Press Clock to confirm.
4. Touch +/- to set the minute digit
5. Touch Clock button again to confirm.
Note: You can check the clock time during cooking by touching the Clock button.
PRE-PROGRAMMED
Preset function allows the oven to start cooking in a later time. Suppose you want to set a cooking program
to cook in 30 minutes later :
1. Set a cooking program.
2. Touch Pre-Programmed pad.
3. Use the number pads to enter the time 30 minutes.
4. Press Start.
Note:
Make sure that the food is placed into the oven in advance before any cooking starts. During the time is
counting down, you can press Pause/Cancel to cancel the pre-set program.
SETTING A COOKING PROGRAM
Microwave cooking allows you to customize cooking power and time. First, select a power level by pressing
the Power button a number of times (see the table below). Maximum cooking time is 95 minutes.
Suppose you want to cook for 5 minute at 60% power level.
1. Open the door and place food in the oven, close it.
2. Press Power button a number of times till the screen show the intended power.
Press POWER
button
Power Level
Once
100% (max)
Twice
30% (min)
Thrice
60% (mid)
3. Use the number pads to enter cooking time until the correct cooking time (5:00) is displayed.
4. Press Start button to start.
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NOTE:
You can check the power while cooking is in progress by pressing the Power button.
After the cooking time ends, the system will beep once and End is displayed. Before starting another
cooking session, press Pause/Cancel pad to clear the display and reset the system.
MY WAY
This function helps you to start a usual setting program quickly. The default setting for this function is
microwave cooking at max power for 10 minutes. If you want the oven to cook for 10 minutes at max power,
you can press MY WAY pad and then press START pad. You can also set your own favor program so that
you just press 2 buttons to start this program next time. You can take the steps below to set such program:
1. Press My Way pad once.
2. Press Power to set a power level.
3. Press number pads to enter the cooking time.
4. Press Start pad to confirm.
Note: To start your set memory setting: open the door and place food in the oven, close it; press My Way
pad and then press Start pad.
QUICK START
To start a microwave cooking program quickly, you can press Start pad once, and then the oven will start
cooking at maximum power for 30seconds. You can also press number pads to add the cooking time, the
longest cooking time is 95 minutes.
DEFROST
The oven can defrost red meat, chicken and ready meal by the weight you entered. The time and the
defrosting power are adjusted automatically once the weight of food is programmed.
The maximum allowable weight for each category is shown below.
FOOD CATEGORY
WEIGHT RANGE
Red meat
100g-2000g
Chicken
100g-2000g
Ready meal
250g/500g
Suppose you want to defrost 300g Red meat:
1. Open the door and place food in the oven, close it.
2. Press Red Meat once.
3. Press +/- to select weight.
4. Press Start to start cooking.
Note: For Red meat and Chicken, the oven will pause and beep to remind you to turn food over during
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SETTING CHILD LOCK
Use to prevent unsupervised operation of the oven by little children. The CHILD LOCK indicator will show
on display screen, and the oven cannot be operated while the CHILD LOCK is set.
To set the CHILD LOCK:
Press the CHILD LOCK button once, a beep sounds and LOCK indicator lights.
To cancel the CHILD LOCK:
1. Press the CHILD LOCK button once, lock indicator on display turns off.
2. Open and close the door, lock indicator on display turns off.
AUTO COOK
For food or the following cooking mode, it is not necessary to program the time and the cooking power. It
is sufficient to indicate the type of food that you want to cook as well as the weight of this food.
1. Open the door and place food in the oven, close it.
2. Press the individual food pad to choose the food you want to cook.
3. Press +/- to select weight.
4. Press Start to start cooking.
Menu
Cook model
ground beef
MICRO.
pasta
MICRO.
rice
MICRO.
fish
MICRO.
vegetables
MICRO.
soufflé
MICRO.
Notes :
For ground beef, pasta, rice, fish and vegetables, you can use +/- to select different weight, while for
soufflé, there is only one option.
For food or the following cooking mode, it is not necessary to program the weight. It is sufficient to
indicate the type of food that you want to cook as well as the cooking time.
1. Open the door and place food in the oven, close it.
2. Press the individual food pad to choose the food you want to cook.
3. Press Start to start cooking.

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Menu
Cook model
popcorn (3 :30)
MICRO.
truffles (7 :00)
MICRO.
beverages (1 :30)
MICRO.
Notes:
1. The above foods have different default cooking time which has shown above. If you want to set your own
cooking time for popcorn and beverages, you can press the individual food pad, then press +/-,+5 min,
+1 min, +30sec to enter the cooking time before pressing Start to start cooking.
2. For Truffles, the oven will beep and pause during cooking to remind you to turn food over.

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1. Turn off the oven and remove the power plug from the wall socket before cleaning.
2. Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls,
wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if the oven gets very dirty. Avoid the use of
spray and other harsh cleaners as they may stain, streak or dull the door surface.
3. The outside surfaces should be cleaned with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to the operating
parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings.
4. Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters.
5. Do not allow the control panel to become wet. Clean with a soft, damp cloth. When cleaning the
control panel, leave oven door open to prevent oven from accidentally turning on.
6. If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth. This
may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions. In such case,
it is normal.
7. It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm sudsy
water or in a dishwasher.
8. The roller ring and oven floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise. Simply wipe
the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent. The roller ring may be washed in mild sudsy
water or dishwasher. When removing the roller ring from cavity floor for cleaning, be sure to
replace in the proper position.
9. Remove odors from your oven by combining a cup of water with the juice and skin of one lemon
in a deep microwaveable bowl, microwave for 5 minutes. Wipe thoroughly and dry with a soft
cloth.
10. When it becomes necessary to replace the oven light, please consult a dealer to have it
replaced.
11. The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed. Failure to maintain the
oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the
life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
12. Please do not dispose this appliance into the domestic rubbish bin, it should be disposed to the
particular disposal center provided by the municipalities.
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