Whirlpool W11510172A User manual

MICROWAVE OVEN
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operations/performance, parts, accessories, or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 orvisit our website at
www.whirlpool.com.
In Canada, call:1-800-807-6777 orvisit our website at www.whirlpool.ca.
FOUR À MICRO-ONDES
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Pour des questions à propos des caractéristiques, du fonctionnement/rendement, des pièces, accessoires ou service,
composerle1-800-253-1301 or visiter notre site Web au www.whirlpool.com.
Au Canada, composer le1800807-6777 ou visiter notre site Web au www.whirlpool.ca.
W11510172A

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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES
MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY........................................................3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...................................................5
Unpacking ....................................................................................5
Location Requirements................................................................5
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................5
PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................6
Turntable.......................................................................................6
MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL....................................................6
Display..........................................................................................6
Start..............................................................................................7
Add 30 Seconds...........................................................................7
Cancel ..........................................................................................7
Clock ............................................................................................7
Timer.............................................................................................7
Tones ............................................................................................7
Control Lock.................................................................................7
MICROWAVE OVEN USE...............................................................8
Food Characteristics....................................................................8
Cooking Guidelines......................................................................8
Cookware and Dinnerware...........................................................9
Aluminum Foil and Metal .............................................................9
Microwave Cooking Power..........................................................9
Manual Cooking .........................................................................10
Cook Menu.................................................................................10
Popcorn......................................................................................10
Soften/Melt.................................................................................10
Defrost........................................................................................11
Steam Clean...............................................................................11
Keep Warm.................................................................................11
MICROWAVE OVEN CARE..........................................................12
General Cleaning........................................................................12
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................13
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE .........................................................14
In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................14
In Canada ...................................................................................14
Replacement Parts.....................................................................14
SÉCURITÉ DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES ...................................15
INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION.............................................17
Déballage ...................................................................................17
Exigences d’emplacement.........................................................17
Spécicationsélectriques..........................................................17
PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES..............................................18
Plateau rotatif .............................................................................18
COMMANDE DU FOUR ÀMICRO-ONDES ...............................18
Afchage ....................................................................................18
Start (mise en marche) ...............................................................19
Add 30 Seconds (ajouter 30 secondes).....................................19
Cancel (annulation).....................................................................19
Clock (horloge) ...........................................................................19
Timer (minuterie).........................................................................19
Tones (signaux sonores).............................................................19
Control Lock (verrouillage descommandes).............................19
UTILISATION DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES ...............................20
Caractéristiques des aliments....................................................20
Guide de cuisson .......................................................................20
Ustensiles de cuisson et vaisselle .............................................21
Papier d’aluminium et métal ......................................................21
Puissance de cuisson au four àmicro‑ondes ...........................21
Cuisson manuelle.......................................................................22
Cook Menu (menu de cuisson)..................................................22
Popcorn (maïs à éclater) ............................................................22
Soften/Melt (ramollir/faire fondre) ..............................................22
Defrost (décongélation)..............................................................23
Steam Clean (nettoyage à la vapeur).........................................23
Keep Warm (maintien au chaud)................................................23
ENTRETIEN DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES .................................24
Nettoyage général......................................................................24
DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................25
ASSISTANCE OU DÉPANNAGE..................................................26
Aux É.‑U. ....................................................................................26
Au Canada..................................................................................26
Pièces de rechange....................................................................26

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MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
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.
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:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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 the “INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS” 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 - are
able to explode and should not be heated in the
microwave oven.
■ Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as
described in the 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.
■ As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary
when used by children.
■ 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.
■ The microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified
service personnel. Call an authorized service company for
examination, repair, or adjustment.
■ Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave oven.
■ Do not store this microwave oven outdoors. Do not use the
microwave oven near water - for example, near a kitchen
sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar
locations.
■ Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
■ Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
■ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
■ See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Microwave
Oven Care” section.
■ To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
– Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the microwave
oven when 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 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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■ Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be
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 LIQUID.
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.
This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.
This device complies with Industry Canada ICES-001.
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.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpacking
1. Empty the microwave oven of any packing materials.
2. Clean the inside with a soft, damp cloth.
3. Check for damage, such as:
nA door that is not lined up correctly,
nDamage around the door, or
nDents on the interior or exterior of the microwave oven.
If there is any damage, do not operate the microwave
oven until a designated service technician has checked
itandmade any needed repairs.
NOTE: To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not remove
microwave inlet cover. See the “Parts and Features” section.
Location Requirements
nPlace the microwave oven on a cart, counter, table, or shelf
that is strong enough to hold the microwave oven and the
food and utensils you place inside it.
nThe microwave oven should be at a temperature above
50°F (10°C) for proper operation.
nDo not block the exhaust vents or air intake openings. Allow
a few inches of space at the back and side of the microwave
oven where the exhaust vents are located. Blocking the
exhaust vents could cause damage to the microwave oven
as well as poor cooking results.
nMake sure the microwave oven legs are in place to ensure
proper airow. If vents are blocked, a sensitive thermal
device may automatically turn the microwave oven off. The
microwave oven should work properly once it has cooled.
Electrical Requirements
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Required:
nA 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 A electrical supply with a
fuse or circuit breaker.
Recommended:
nA time‑delay fuse or time‑delay circuit breaker.
nA separate circuit serving only this microwave oven.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS
■ For all cord connected appliances:
The microwave oven must be grounded. In the event of
an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric
current. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord
having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed
and grounded.
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 microwave oven is properly grounded.
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 microwave oven. A short power supply
cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.