Frigidaire FMT148GPB2 Microwave Owner's Manual

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Microwave

Use & Care Manual

Over-the-Range Microwave Oven

&

FMT148

Product

Registration . . . . . .

Cover

Important

Safety Information . .

2–8

Grounding Instructions

9

Features . . . . . .

10, 32–34

Getting Started . . . . . .

11

Professional

S e r i e s

Operating

Instructions . . . . . .

12–31

Care and

Cleaning . . . . . . . . .

35–39

Troubleshooting . .

40–41

Consumer

Services

Warranty & Service

. . . .

42–44

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Future Reference

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Date of

Purchase: _______________________________

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INFORMATION

BEFORE USING

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID

POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO

EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

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.

Do Not Place

any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

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.

The Oven Should Not

be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

NEED HELP?

Help us, help you: 1-800-944-9044.

Before you call for service, there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better.

Read this manual.

It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your microwave properly.

If you received a damaged oven...

immediately contact the dealer

(or builder) that sold you the oven.

Save time and money.

Check the section titled “Troubleshooting” before calling. This section helps you solve common problems that might occur. If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. A list of toll-free customer service numbers is included in the back of this manual. Or call Frigidaire

Consumer Services at 1-800-944-9044,

24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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WARNING!

To reduce the risk of fire, burns, electric shock, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following sections.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This microwave oven is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges.

This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.

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Read and follow the specific “Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive

Microwave Energy” on page 2.

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This appliance must be grounded.

Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See Grounding Instructions section on page 9.

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Do not mount this appliance over a sink.

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Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided

Installation Instructions.

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This over-the-range oven was designed for use over ranges no wider than 42 inches. It may be installed over both gas and electric cooking equipment.

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Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

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Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.

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Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat, dry or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use.

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BEFORE USING

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Do not store this appliance outdoors.

Do not use this product near water— for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or near a sink.

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Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.

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Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.

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See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and Cleaning section(s) of this manual.

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This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

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As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.

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To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

— Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven while cooking.

— Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or plastic containers before placing them in the oven.

— Do not use the oven for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use.

— If materials inside oven should ignite, keep the oven door closed, turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. If the door is opened, the fire may spread.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS.

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Special Notes About Microwaving

Arcing

If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem.

Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by:

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The temperature probe in the microwave but not inserted in the food.

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The metal shelf not installed correctly so it touches the microwave wall.

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Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.

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Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).

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Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold-rimmed dishes, in the microwave.

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Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave.

Foods

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Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens.

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Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers—for example, closed jars—will explode and should not be heated in this microwave oven. Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury.

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Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven.

Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst, possibly resulting in injury.

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Operating the microwave with no food inside for more than a minute or two may cause damage to the oven and could start a fire. It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the oven.

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Foods with unbroken outer “skin” such as potatoes, hot dogs, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other giblets, and egg yolks should be pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking.

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BEFORE USING

Safety Fact

–

SUPERHEATED WATER

Microwaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they reach the boiling point. They can actually get superheated and not bubble at all.

Superheated liquid will bubble up out of the cup when it is moved or when something like a spoon or tea bag is put into it.

To prevent this from happening and causing injury, do not heat any liquid for more than 2 minutes per cup. After heating, let the cup stand in the microwave for 30 seconds before moving it or putting anything into it.

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Avoid heating baby food in glass jars, even with the lid off. Make sure all infant food is thoroughly cooked. Stir food to distribute the heat evenly. Be careful to prevent scalding when warming formula or breast milk. The container may feel cooler than the milk really is. Always test the milk before feeding the baby.

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Spontaneous boiling—Under certain special circumstances, liquids may start to boil during or shortly after removal from the microwave oven. To prevent burns from splashing liquid, we recommend the following: before removing the container from the oven, allow the container to stand in the oven for 30 to 40 seconds after the oven has shut off. Do not boil liquids in narrownecked containers such as soft drink bottles, wine flasks and especially narrow-necked coffee cups. Even if the container is opened, excessive steam can build up and cause it to burst or overflow.

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Do not defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked bottles (especially carbonated beverages). Even if the container is opened, pressure can build up. This can cause the container to burst, possibly resulting in injury.

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Hot foods and steam can cause burns.

Be careful when opening any containers of hot food, including popcorn bags, cooking pouches and boxes. To prevent possible injury, direct steam away from hands and face.

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Do not overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate and catch fire, causing damage to your oven.

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Cook meat and poultry thoroughly— meat to at least INTERNAL 160°F. and poultry to at least INTERNAL

180°F. Cooking to these internal temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness.

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Special Notes About Microwaving

Microwave-Safe Cookware

Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used. Some cookware is labeled “suitable for microwaving.”

How to test for a microwave-safe dish.

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If you are not sure if a dish is microwavesafe, use this test: Place in the oven both the dish you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled with 1 cup of water—set the measuring cup either in or next to the dish. Microwave 1 minute at high. If the dish heats, it should not be used for microwaving. If the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup heats, then the dish is microwavesafe.

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If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.

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Some styrofoam trays (like those that meat is packaged on) have a thin strip of metal embedded in the bottom. When microwaved, the metal can burn the floor of the oven or ignite a paper towel.

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Do not use recycled paper products.

Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can contain metal flecks which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper products containing nylon or nylon filaments should be avoided, as they may also ignite.

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Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers.

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Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens. Check the package for proper use.

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Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap can be used to cover dishes in order to retain moisture and prevent spattering. Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape.

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Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food.

Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware.

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“Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by package. If they are not, plastic could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in injury. Also, plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered because they form a tight seal. When cooking with containers tightly covered with plastic wrap, remove covering carefully and direct steam away from hands and face.

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BEFORE USING

Microwave-Safe Cookware

(continued)

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Use foil only as directed in this manual.

TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than 3/4

″ high; remove the top foil cover and return the tray to the box.

When using foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1 inch away from the sides of the oven.

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Plastic cookware—Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used carefully. Even microwave-safe plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of overcooking.

In longer exposures to overcooking, the food and cookware could ignite. Follow these guidelines:

1.

Use microwave-safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer’s recommendations.

2.

Do not microwave empty containers.

3.

Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision.

The Exhaust Fan

The fan will operate automatically under certain conditions (see Automatic Fan feature). Take care to prevent the starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the exhaust fan is in use.

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Clean the underside of the microwave often. Do not allow grease to build up on the microwave or the fan filters.

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In the event of a grease fire on the surface units below the microwave oven, smother a flaming pan on the surface unit by covering the pan completely with a lid, a cookie sheet or a flat tray.

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Use care when cleaning the exhaust fan filters. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filters.

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When flaming foods under the microwave, turn the exhaust fan off.

The fan, if operating, may spread the flame.

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Never leave surface units beneath your microwave oven unattended at high heat settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite and spread if the microwave exhaust fan is operating. To minimize automatic fan operation, use adequate sized cookware and use high heat on surface units only when necessary.

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Grounding Instructions/Optional Kits

Grounding Instructions

Ensure proper ground exists before use.

WARNING

Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.

Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance.

This appliance 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.

This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

Do not use an extension cord with this appliance. If the power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance.

For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker.

Optional Kits

Filler Panel Kits

JX40WH or JX46WH—White

JX41 or JX46BL—Black

JX40AL or JX46AL—Almond

When replacing a 36

″ or 42

″ range hood, filler panel kits fill in the additional width to provide a custom built-in appearance.

For installation between cabinets only; not for end-of-cabinet installation. Each kit contains two 3

″

-wide filler panels. Two kits are needed for a 42

″ opening.

Filter Kits

JX81A—Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit

Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be vented to the outside.

Available at extra cost from your

Frigidaire supplier.

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Microwave Features

Here is a quick guide to the features and controls of your microwave oven.

NOTE:

This manual covers several models so the illustration may not look exactly like your model. However, operating instructions for each of the features and functions of your microwave will be found in this manual.

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1. Temperature Probe.

Use with Temp Cook and Roast functions only.

2. Shelf.

Lets you microwave several foods at once. Food microwaves best when placed directly on the turntable.

3. Door Handle.

Pull to open the door.

The door must be securely latched for the microwave to operate.

4. Door Latches.

5. Window with Metal Shield.

Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.

6. Receptacle for Temperature Probe.

Probe must be securely inserted into the receptacle before the oven will

Temp Cook or Roast.

7. Touch Control Panel Display.

8. Cooktop Lights.

9. Grease Filters.

10. Removable Turntable.

Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning.

NOTE:

Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven. Model and serial numbers are on a label inside the oven.

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Getting Started

You can microwave by time, temperature, or with the sensor features.

(Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.)

COOK

TIME

AUTO/TIME

DEFROST

1

EXPRESS

COOK

4

EXPRESS

COOK

2

EXPRESS

COOK

5

EXPRESS

COOK

3

EXPRESS

COOK

6

EXPRESS

COOK

POWER

LEVEL

PLUS

30 SEC.

Time & Auto Features

Press

Cook Time I & II

Auto/Time Defrost

Press once or twice

Press once

Press twice

Starts immediately!

Enter

Amount of cooking time.

Food weight.

Amount of defrosting time.

Express Cook

Power Level

Plus 30 Sec


Power level 1–10.

TEMP COOK

/ ROAST

PROBE

Temperature Features – Probe Cooking

Press

Temp Cook/Roast

Press once

Press twice

Press three times

Press four times

Enter

Desired food temperature.

Medium automatically selected.

Well automatically selected.

Simmer automatically selected.

POPCORN

VEGETABLE

BEVERAGE POTATO

REHEAT

GROUND

MEATS

Sensor Features

Press

Popcorn

Vegetable

Fresh Vegetables

Frozen Vegetables

Canned Vegetables

Reheat

Beverage

Potato

Ground Meats

Enter Option


more/less time


more/less time

Press once

Press twice

Press three times

more/less time more/less time more/less time (on some models)


more/less time



more/less time


more/less time

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Operating Instructions

Changing Power Levels

How to Change the Power Level

The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for COOK TIME, TIME

DEFROST or EXPRESS COOK. The power level may also be changed during time countdown.

1.

Press COOK TIME or select

Time Defrost

.

2.

Enter cooking or defrosting time.

3.

Press POWER LEVEL.

POWER

LEVEL

4.

Select desired power level 1–10.

5.

1

EXPRESS

COOK

4

EXPRESS

COOK

7

Press START.

2

EXPRESS

COOK

5

EXPRESS

COOK

8

0

DISPLAY ON / OFF

START

PAUSE

3

EXPRESS

COOK

6

EXPRESS

COOK

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Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking. The power levels on the microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range. High (power level 10) or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100% power. Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. Power level 7 is microwave energy 70% of the time.

Power level 3 is energy 30% of the time.

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A high setting (10) will cook faster but food may need more frequent stirring, rotating or turning over. Most cooking will be done on High (power level 10).

A lower setting will cook more evenly and need less stirring or rotating of the food.

Some foods may have better flavor, texture or appearance if one of the lower settings is used. Use a lower power level when cooking foods that have a tendency to boil over, such as scalloped potatoes.

Rest periods (when the microwave energy cycles off) give time for the food to

“equalize” or transfer heat to the inside of the food. An example of this is shown with power level 3—the defrost cycle. If microwave energy did not cycle off, the outside of the food would cook before the inside was defrosted.

Here are some examples of uses for various power levels:

Power Level Best Uses

High 10

Fish, bacon, vegetables, boiling liquids.

Med-High 7

Gentle cooking of meat and poultry; baking casseroles and reheating.

Medium 5

Slow cooking and tenderizing such as stews and less tender cuts of meat.

Low 2 or 3

Defrosting without cooking; simmering; delicate sauces.

Warm 1

Keeping food warm without overcooking; softening butter.

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Time features

Cook Time

Cook Time I

Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility.

You may open the door during Cook Time to check the food. Close the door and press START to resume cooking.

1.

Press COOK TIME.

COOK

TIME

2.

Enter cooking time.

3.

Change power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL.

Select a desired power level 1–10.)

1

EXPRESS

COOK

4

EXPRESS

COOK

7

2

EXPRESS

COOK

5

EXPRESS

COOK

8

3

EXPRESS

COOK

6

EXPRESS

COOK

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Cook Time II

Lets you change power levels automatically during cooking. Here’s how to do it:

1.

Press COOK TIME.

2.

Enter the first cook time.

3.

Change the power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL.

Select a desired power level 1–10.)

4.

Press COOK TIME again.

5.

Enter the second cook time.

6.

Change the power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL.

Select a power level 1–10.)

7.

Press START.

At the end of Cook Time I, Cook Time II counts down.

0

DISPLAY ON / OFF

4.

Press START.

START

PAUSE

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Cooking Guide For Cook Time I & II

NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted.

Vegetable Amount Time Comments

Asparagus

(fresh spears) 1 lb.

6 to 9 min., In 1

1

⁄

2

-qt. oblong glass baking dish,

Med-High (7) place 1/4 cup water.

(frozen spears) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min.

In 1-qt. casserole.

Beans

(fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half 9 to 11 min.

In 1

1

⁄

2

-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.

(frozen green) 10-oz. package 6 to 8 min.

In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.

(frozen lima) 10-oz. package 6 to 8 min.

In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.

Beets

(fresh, whole) 1 bunch 17 to 21 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.

Broccoli

(fresh cut)

(fresh spears)

(frozen, chopped)

1 bunch

(1

1

⁄

4 to 1

1

⁄

2 lbs.)

1 bunch

(1

1

⁄

4 to 1

1

⁄

2 lbs.)

10-oz. package

7 to 10 min.


9 to 13 min.

In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place

1/4 cup water. Rotate dish after half of time. (Turntable should be turned off.)

5 to 7 min.

(frozen spears) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min.

In 1-qt. casserole.


Cabbage

(fresh)

(wedges)

1 medium head 8 to 11 min.

In 1

1

⁄

2

- or 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup

(about 2 lbs.) water.

7 to 10 min.

In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.

Carrots

(fresh, sliced)

(frozen)

1 lb.

10-oz. package

7 to 9 min.

5 to 7 min.

In 1

1

⁄

2



Cauliflower

(flowerets) 1 medium head 9 to 14 min.


(fresh, whole) 1 medium head 10 to 17 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.

(frozen) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min.


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Cooking Guide For Cook Time I & II

Vegetable Amount Time Comments

Corn

(frozen kernel) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min.


Corn on the cob

(fresh) 1 to 5 ears

(frozen) 1 ear

2 to 6 ears

3 to 4 min.

In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place per ear corn. If corn is in husk, use no water; if corn has been husked, add 1/4 cup water. Rearrange after half of time.

(Turntable should be turned off.)

5 to 6 min.

Place in 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish.

3 to 4 min. Cover with vented plastic wrap. per ear Rearrange after half of time.


Mixed vegetables

(frozen)

Peas

(fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. unshelled 9 to 12 min.


(frozen) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min.


Potatoes

(fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes white) (6 to 8 oz. each)

(fresh, whole, sweet or white)

10-oz. package 5 to 7 min.


1 (6 to 8 oz.)

9 to 12 min.

Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes. Place in

2-qt. casserole with 1/2 cup water. Stir after half of time.

3 to 4 min.

Pierce with cooking fork. Place in center of the oven. Let stand 5 minutes.

Spinach

(fresh) 10 to 16 oz.

5 to 7 min.

In 2-qt. casserole, place washed spinach.

(frozen, 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min.

In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons chopped water.

and leaf)

Squash

(fresh, summer 1 lb. sliced and yellow)

(winter, acorn, 1 to 2 squash butternut) (about 1 lb. each)

5 to 7 min.

In 1

1

⁄

2


8 to 11 min. Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes. In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place squash cut-sidedown. Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes.


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Time Features

Time Defrost

Allows you to defrost for the length of time you select. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times.

1.

Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST twice.

AUTO/TIME

DEFROST

2.

Enter defrosting time.

3.

Press START.

START

PAUSE

4.

Turn food over when the oven signals.

5.

Press START.

(Auto Defrost explained in the section on

Auto Features.)

Power level 3 is automatically set, but you may change this for more flexibility. You may defrost small items more quickly by raising the power level after entering the time. However, they will need more frequent attention than usual.

Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in about half; power level 10 cuts the total time to approximately 1/3. Rotate or stir food frequently.

At one half of selected defrosting time, the oven signals TURN. At this time, turn food over and break apart or rearrange pieces for more even defrosting. Shield any warm areas with small pieces of foil.

A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting. This sound is normal when the oven is not operating at

High power.

Defrosting Tips

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Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the package. Tightly closed packages should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered.

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Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a foil container, transfer it to a microwave-safe dish.

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Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork, should not be allowed to sit out for more than one hour after defrosting. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.

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For more even defrosting of larger foods, such as beef, lamb and veal roasts, use

Auto Defrost.

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Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking.

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When defrosted, food should be cool but softened in all areas. If still slightly icy, return to the microwave very briefly, or let it stand a few minutes.

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Defrosting Guide

Food Time Comments

Breads, Cakes

Bread, buns or rolls

(1 pc.) 1 min.

Sweet rolls

(approx. 12 oz.) 3 to 5 min.

Fish and Seafood

Fillets, frozen

(1 lb.) 6 to 8 min.

Shellfish, small pieces

(1 lb.) 5 to 7 min.

Place block in casserole. Turn over and break up after half the time.

Fruit

Plastic pouch—1 to 2

(10-oz. package)

3 to 6 min.

Meat

Bacon

Franks

(1 lb.)

(1 lb.)

2 to 5 min.

2 to 5 min.

Place unopened package in oven.

Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting.

Place unopened package in oven.

Microwave just until franks can be separated. Let stand 5 minutes, if necessary, to complete defrosting.

Ground meat

(1 lb.)

Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork

5 to 7 min.

Turn meat over after half the time.

12 to 16 min. Use power level 1.

per lb.

Steaks, chops and cutlets

5 to 7 min. Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish. per lb.

Turn over after half the time and shield warm areas with foil. When finished, separate pieces and let stand to complete defrosting.

Poultry

Chicken, broiler-fryer cut up

(2 1 ⁄

2 to 3 lbs.)

Chicken, whole

(2 1 ⁄

2 to 3 lbs.)

Cornish hen

Turkey breast

(4 to 6 lbs.)

15 to 19 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap and turn over after half the time. When finished, separate pieces and microwave

2 to 4 minutes more, if necessary.

Let stand to finish defrosting.

17 to 21 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. After half the time, unwrap and turn chicken over.

Shield warm areas with foil. Finish defrosting. If necessary, run cold water in the cavity until giblets can be removed.

7 to 13 min. Place unwrapped hen in the oven breastper lb.

side-up. Turn over after half the time.

Run cool water in the cavity until giblets can be removed.

5 to 9 min. Place unwrapped breast in dish breastper lb.

side-down. After half the time, turn over and shield warm areas with foil. Finish defrosting. Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting.

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Time Features

Express Cook Plus 30 Seconds

1

EXPRESS

COOK

4

EXPRESS

COOK

2

EXPRESS

COOK

5

EXPRESS

COOK

3

EXPRESS

COOK

6

EXPRESS

COOK

PLUS

30 SEC.

This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1–6 minutes.

Press one of the Express Cook pads (from

1 to 6) for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the

2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.

The power level can be changed as time is counting down. Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1–10.

You can use this feature two ways:

•

It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed.

•

It can be used as a quick way to set

30 seconds of cooking time.

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Auto Features

Auto Defrost

Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish.

1.

Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST once.

AUTO/TIME

DEFROST

2.

Using the Conversion Guide at right, enter food weight. For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds (1 pound,

3 ounces).

1

EXPRESS

COOK

4

EXPRESS

COOK

2

EXPRESS

COOK

5

EXPRESS

COOK

3

EXPRESS

COOK

6

EXPRESS

COOK

7

8

9

POWER

LEVEL

0

DISPLAY ON / OFF

PLUS

30 SEC.

3.

Press START.

START

PAUSE

(Time Defrost is explained in the Time

Features section.)

The Auto/Time Defrost feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press

AUTO/TIME DEFROST once for Auto

Defrost or twice for Time Defrost.

Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods.

Conversion Guide

If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the ounces must be converted to tenths (.1) of a pound.

Weight of

Food in

Ounces

Enter Food

Weight

(tenths of a pound)

1–2

3

4–5

6–7

8

9–10

11

12–13

14–15

.7

.8

.5

.6

.9

.3

.4

.1

.2

•

Remove meat from package and place on microwave-safe dish.

•

Twice during defrost, the oven signals

TURN. At each TURN signal, turn the food over. Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil.

•

After defrosting, most meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting.

Large roasts should stand for about

30 minutes.

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Temperature Features

Temperature Probe

Cable

End

Handle

Sensor

Appearance may vary

What happens when you use the probe…

Cooking with the probe allows you to heat food to a certain temperature. This is the best way to cook many foods.

The Temperature Probe

NOTE:

The turntable will not turn when the probe is in use.

The temperature probe is a food thermometer that monitors the temperature of the food. The probe must be used when using Temp Cook or Roast.

The probe is not recommended for batters, doughs, frozen foods and foods which are difficult to cook precisely by temperature. Use the Cook Time setting for these foods.

•

Make sure the cable end is inserted all the way into the oven wall receptacle.

•

Insert the probe into the center of the food. Make sure the handle does not touch the food or the top or sides of the oven.

•

Do not leave the probe in the oven if it’s not inserted in food. If it touches the oven wall, it may damage the oven.

Cooking Tips

•

Do not twist, drop or bend the probe.

•

Be sure frozen food has been completely defrosted before inserting the probe.

The probe may break off if used in frozen foods.

•

Cover foods loosely for moisture control and quick, even heating.

•

Use a lower power level with the probe; foods will take longer to cook but they will heat more evenly.

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Temp Cook/Roast

Three Ways to Use the Temp

Cook/Roast Feature

1.

You set the temperature you want.

TEMP COOK

/ ROAST

PROBE

Press TEMP COOK/ROAST once.

This is good for foods such as soups, casseroles and beverages.

2.

Temperature is automatically selected for cooking roasts medium or well.

Roast Medium—Press TEMP

COOK/ROAST twice.

Roast Well—Press TEMP COOK/ROAST three times.

See the Roasting Guide for suggestions.

3.

Temperature is automatically selected for slow cooking of foods (simmer).

Simmer—Press TEMP COOK/ROAST

4 times.

See the Simmer Guide for specific directions.

How to Use the Probe and Set the

Temperature Yourself

1.

Insert the temperature probe in the center of a casserole and attach it securely in the oven wall.

2.

Press TEMP COOK/ROAST once.

TEMP COOK

/ ROAST

PROBE

3.

Enter the desired food temperature.

4.

Change power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL.

Select a power level 1–10.)

1

EXPRESS

COOK

2

EXPRESS

COOK

3

EXPRESS

COOK

4

EXPRESS

COOK

5

EXPRESS

COOK

6

EXPRESS

COOK

7

8

9

0

DISPLAY ON / OFF

5

.

Press START.

START

PAUSE

6.

When the temperature is reached, the microwave will signal. Food will be held at this temperature for 60 minutes.

The oven beeps when the hold time is complete.

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What happens when you use the probe for roasting…

For the two Roast settings, the probe temperature is preprogrammed.

Food will be held at this temperature for 60 minutes. The oven beeps when hold time is complete.

Just as in regular roasting, only tender roasts should be roasted by using the probe. Less tender roasts should be microwaved by time.

How to Use the Probe with the

Roast Settings

3.

Press START.

4.

The microwave signals when it’s time to turn the roast over. After you turn the roast, close the door and press START.

NOTE:

The oven continues to cook after the signal whether or not roast is turned over.

Preparing Meats for Roasting

•

Place a tender beef roast in a cooking bag on a trivet in a microwave-safe dish.

(Refer to package instructions for proper use of the cooking bag.)

Receptacle

1.

Insert the probe in the roast and attach it securely in the oven wall.

2.

Roast Medium—Press TEMP

COOK/ROAST twice.

Roast Well—Press TEMP COOK/ROAST three times.

•

Insert the probe through the cooking bag horizontally into the center meaty area not touching bone or fat. Make sure the handle does not touch the food or top or sides of the oven.

•

When using the probe in chicken, turkey or other poultry, insert the probe horizontally into the meatiest area.

Roasting Guide

Food Type

Beef

(5 lb. max.)

Tender Roast

Pork

(5 lb. max.)

Loin Roast

Poultry

(6 lb. max.)

Turkey Breast

Doneness

Selection

Medium

Well

Well

Well

Approx. Time

(minutes per pound)

15–23

23–30

23–30

16–19

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Press TEMP COOK/ROAST

4 times to select Simmer.

How to Use the Probe to Simmer

The Simmer feature heats food to 180°F.

and holds it at that temperature up to

12 hours or until you remove it and press

CLEAR/OFF.

1.

Insert the temperature probe into the food, resting it on the side of the dish.

Attach it securely in the oven wall.

2.

Press TEMP COOK/ROAST 4 times to select Simmer.

3.

Press START. If you need to stir the food, restart the oven by pressing START again.

When the simmer temperature is reached, the oven holds the food at that temperature until CLEAR/OFF is pressed.

Simmer Guide

Food Type

Beef

Pot Roast

Hours* Comments

5–7 Add enough liquid to just cover meat. If adding vegetables, make sure they are completely covered by liquid.

Precook meat. Stir after 3 hours, if possible.

Chili

Chicken

Stewing

5–8

4–6 Add 4 cups liquid. Insert probe into meatiest area of thigh from below end and parallel to leg. Turn over after 1/2 of time.

Same as above.

Broiler/Fryer

Ham/Pork

Roast

Soup

Stock/Vegetable

3–4

4–6 Add 4 cups liquid.

Split Pea

7–10

5–7

Make sure that vegetables and meat are covered by liquid. Stir every 3 hours.

Add enough liquid to cover peas at least

2 inches. Stir after 3 hours.

*Total time includes time to bring food to 180°F. and hold at that temperature until done.

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Sensor Features

Humidity Sensor

What happens when using the Sensor Features…

The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food.

Covered

•

The proper containers and covers are essential for best sensor cooking.

Dry off dishes so they don’t mislead the sensor.

•

Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.

Vented

•

Always use microwave-safe containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap. Never use tight sealing plastic containers—they can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.

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Sensor Features

Popcorn

How to Use the Popcorn Feature

NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when cooking popcorn.

1.

Follow package instructions, using Cook

Time if the package is less than 1.75

ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave.

2.

Press POPCORN. The oven starts immediately.

POPCORN

To subtract time:

After pressing POPCORN, press 1 immediately after the oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time.

1

EXPRESS

COOK

Press 1 again to reduce cooking time another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds less time).

Beverage

If you open the door while “POPCORN” is displayed, “SENSOR ERROR” will appear. Close the door, press

CLEAR/OFF and begin again.

How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to

Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time

If you find that the brand of popcorn you use underpops or overcooks consistently, you can add or subtract 20–30 seconds to the automatic popping time.

To add time:

After pressing POPCORN, press 9 immediately after the oven starts for an extra 20 seconds.

9

Press 9 again to add another 10 seconds

(total 30 seconds additional time).

BEVERAGE

Press BEVERAGE to heat a cup of coffee or other beverage.

Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot. Remove the container with care.

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Sensor Features

Reheat

How to Use the Reheat Feature

For reheating single servings of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers.

NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when using the Reheat feature.

1.

Place covered food in the oven. Press

REHEAT. The oven starts immediately.

REHEAT

How to Change the Automatic Settings

To reduce time by 10%:

Press 1 after the feature pad.

1

EXPRESS

COOK

To add 10% to cooking time:

Press 9 after the feature pad.

9

2.

The oven signals when steam is sensed and the time remaining begins counting down.

Do not open the oven door until time is counting down. If the door is opened, close it and press START immediately.

After removing food from the oven, stir, if possible, to even out the temperature. If food is not hot enough, use Cook Time to reheat for more time. Reheated foods may have wide variations in temperature. Some areas may be extremely hot.

Some Foods Not Recommended For

Use With Reheat

It is best to use Cook Time for these foods:

•

Bread products.

•

Foods that must be reheated uncovered.

•

Foods that need to be stirred or rotated.

•

Foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after reheating.

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Sensor Features

Sensor Cooking

Vegetable, Potato, Ground Meats

Sensor Cooking gives you easy automatic results with a variety of foods.

NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf with Sensor Cooking.

1.

Place covered food in the oven. Press the food pad. (For vegetables, press the

VEGETABLE pad once for fresh vegetables, twice for frozen vegetables, or three times for canned vegetables.)

The oven starts immediately.

VEGETABLE POTATO

GROUND

MEATS

2.

The oven signals when steam is sensed and time remaining is counting down.

Turn or stir the food if necessary.

Do not open the oven door until time is counting down. If the door is opened, close it and press START immediately.

NOTE:

If the food is not done enough, use Cook Time to cook for more time.

How to Change the Automatic Settings

(automatic settings for canned vegetables cannot be adjusted on some models)

You can adjust the cooking time for all foods to suit your personal taste.

Reduce time by 10%:

Press 1 after the food pad.

1

EXPRESS

COOK

Add 10% to cooking time:

Press 9 after the food pad.

9

Cooking Guide

Food Type

Canned Vegetables

Frozen Vegetables

Fresh Vegetables

Potato

Ground Meats

(Beef, Pork, Turkey)

Amount

4–16 oz.

4–16 oz.

4–16 oz.

1/2–2 lbs.

1/2–3 lbs.

Comments

Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.

Follow package instructions for adding water.


Add 1/4 cup water per serving.


Pierce skin with fork. Place potatoes on the turntable.

Use round casserole dish. Crumble meat into dish. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Drain and stir at signal.

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Other Features

Cooking Complete Reminder

To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display “FOOD IS

READY” and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press

CLEAR/OFF.

Clock

Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving.

1.

Press CLOCK.

CLOCK

2.

Enter time of day.

3.

Select AM or PM.

AM / PM

SCROLL SPEED

4.

Press START or CLOCK.

START

PAUSE

CLOCK

Display On/Off

0

DISPLAY ON / OFF

To turn the clock display off, press and hold 0 for about three seconds.

To redisplay the clock, repeat.

Start/Pause

START

PAUSE

In addition to starting many functions,

START/PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display.

Scroll Speed

AM / PM

SCROLL SPEED

The scroll speed of the display can be changed. Press and hold the AM/PM pad about 3 seconds to bring up the display.

Select 1–5 for slow to fast scroll speed.

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Other Features

Delay Start Timer On/Off

Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 24 hours.

1.

Press DELAY START.

DELAY

START

2.

Enter the time you want the oven to start.

(Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.)

3.

Select AM or PM.

AM / PM

SCROLL SPEED

4.

Select any combination of Auto/Time

Defrost or Cook Time I & II.

5.

Press START.

START

PAUSE

The Delay Start time will be displayed plus

“DS.” The oven will automatically start at the delayed time.

The time of day may be displayed by pressing CLOCK.

Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating.

1.

Press TIMER ON/OFF.

TIMER

ON / OFF

2.

Enter time you want to count down.

3.

Press TIMER ON/OFF to start.

TIMER

ON / OFF

When time is up, the oven will signal. To turn off the timer signal, press TIMER

ON/OFF.

NOTE:

The timer indicator will be lit while the timer is operating.

Beeper Volume

BEEPER

VOLUME

The beeper sound level can be adjusted.

Press BEEPER VOLUME. Choose 0–3 for mute to loud.

Surface Light

SURFACE

LIGHT

BRIGHT - NIGHT

OFF

Press SURFACE LIGHT once for bright light, twice for the night light or three times to turn the light off.

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Other Features

Reminder

The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating. The

Reminder time can be set up to 24 hours later.

1.

Press REMINDER.

REMINDER

Child Lock-Out

CLEAR /

OFF

You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children.

To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CLEAR/OFF for about three seconds. When the control panel is locked, an “L” will be displayed to the extreme right.

2.

Enter the time you want the oven to remind you. (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.)

3.

Select AM or PM.

AM / PM

SCROLL SPEED

4.

Press REMINDER. When Reminder signal occurs, press REMINDER to turn it off. The Reminder time may be displayed by pressing REMINDER.

REMINDER

NOTE:

The REM indicator will remain lit to show that the Reminder is set. To clear the Reminder before it occurs, press

REMINDER, then 0. The REM indicator will no longer be lit.

Turntable

TURNTABLE

ON / OFF

For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. It can be turned off for large dishes. Press TURNTABLE to turn the turntable on or off.

Sometimes the turntable can become too hot to touch.

Be careful touching the turntable during and after cooking.

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Other Features

Exhaust Fan

EXHAUST

HI / LOW / OFF

The exhaust fan removes steam and other vapors from surface cooking.

Press EXHAUST once for high fan speed, twice for low fan speed or a third time to turn the fan off.

Auto Nite Light

You can set the night light to turn on and off automatically at any time you want.

1.

Press AUTO NITE LIGHT.

AUTO

NITE LIGHT

Automatic Fan

An automatic fan feature protects the microwave from too much heat rising from the cooktop below it. It automatically turns on at low speed if it senses too much heat.

If you have turned the fan on you may find that you cannot turn it off. The fan will automatically turn off when the internal parts are cool. It may stay on for 30 minutes or more after the cooktop and microwave controls are turned off.

2.

Enter the time you want the light to turn on. Select AM or PM.

AM / PM

SCROLL SPEED

3.

Press AUTO NITE LIGHT again and enter the time you want the light to turn off. Select AM or PM.

4.

Press AUTO NITE LIGHT.

NITE will stay lit to remind you that the feature is set. You can review the Auto

Nite Light settings by pressing AUTO

NITE LIGHT.

To erase your settings and turn off the automatic feature, press AUTO NITE

LIGHT, then 0.

0

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Feature Information

Two Position Shelf

Microwaving with the Shelf

•

Make sure the shelf is positioned properly inside the microwave to prevent damage to the oven from arcing.

•

Do not use a microwave browning dish on the shelf. The shelf could overheat.

•

Do not cook with the shelf on the microwave floor. This could damage the microwave.

•

Use pot holders when handling the shelf—it may be hot.

•

Do not use the shelf when cooking popcorn.

•

Do not use the shelf with Sensor Cooking or Reheat.

How to Use the Shelf When

Microwaving

The lower position provides a flat surface for placing dishes that may tilt if placed on the turntable.

Food microwaves best when placed on the turntable or on the shelf in the lower position.

For best cooking results, remove the shelf unless you are cooking on two levels.

The lower position also allows you to place

2 dishes side-by-side. This is helpful for casseroles or other cookware that may be too tall to cook on two levels.

For best results

Uneven results

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The upper position gives you the option to reheat or cook more than one dish of food at the same time.

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Two Position Shelf

Cooking and Reheating

Switch places after 1/2 time.

Switch places after 1/2 time.

• To cook on 2 levels or

• To cook 2 dishes on the lower level:

1

Double the cooking time.

2

Switch places after 1/2 the time and give dishes 1/2 turn. (Place dense foods, or those that require a longer cook time, on the shelf first.)

• To reheat on 2 levels or

• To reheat 2 dishes on the lower level:

1

Multiply reheat time by 1

1

/

2

.

2

Switch places after 1/2 the time.

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Microwave Terms

Term Definition

Arcing

Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by:

•

the temperature probe staying in the oven but not inserted in the food.

•

the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the microwave walls.

•

metal or foil touching the side of the oven.

•

foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).

•

metal such as twist ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.

•

recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.

Covering

Shielding

Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape.

In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over-browning. When microwaving, you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry, which would cook before larger parts.

Standing Time

When you cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set. Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack.

Venting

After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape.

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Care and Cleaning

Helpful Hints How to Clean the Inside

Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and

Plastic Parts on the Door

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,

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Open the oven door a few minutes after cooking to air out the inside. An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh.

NOTE:

Be certain the power is off before cleaning any part of this oven.

Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel, others may require a damp cloth. Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse with a damp cloth.

Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls.

Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave.

Removable Turntable and

Turntable Support

To prevent breakage, do not place the turntable into water just after cooking.

Wash it carefully in warm, sudsy water or in the dishwasher. The turntable and support can be broken if dropped. Remember, do not operate the oven without the turntable and support in place.

Temperature Probe

Clean immediately after using. To clean, wipe with sudsy cloth, then rub lightly with plastic scouring ball if necessary. Rinse and dry. The probe can also be washed in the dishwasher.

Shelf

Clean with mild soap and water or in the dishwasher.

Do not clean in a self-cleaning oven.

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How to Clean the Outside

Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave.

Case

Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth. Rinse and then dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth.

Control Panel and Door

Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.

Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the panel—they can damage it.

Some paper towels can also scratch the control panel.

Door Surface

It’s important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.

Bottom

Clean off the grease and dust on the bottom often. Use a solution of warm water and detergent.

Stainless Steel (on some models)

To clean the surface use hot soapy water, then rinse and dry. Do not use steel wool pads or other abrasive cleaners. They will scratch the surface.

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Cooktop Light/Night Light

Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your Frigidaire supplier.

1.

To replace the bulb(s), first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug.

2.

Remove the screw at the front of the light cover and lower the cover.

Oven Light

Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your Frigidaire supplier.

1.

To replace the oven light, first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug.

2.

Remove the top grille by taking out the

2 screws that hold it in place.

REMOVE SCREWS

3.

Next, remove the screw located above the door near the center of the oven that secures the light housing.

3.

Be sure the bulb(s) to be replaced are cool before removing. After breaking the adhesive seal, remove the bulb by gently turning.

4.

Replace the screw. Connect electrical power to the oven.

4.

Replace the screw. Connect electrical power to the oven.

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The Exhaust Feature

The Exhaust Fan

Charcoal Filter

(on some models)

Removing and Cleaning the Filter

Reusable Grease Filters

(on all models)

The exhaust fan has 2 metal reusable grease filters.

Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter.

Reusable Grease Filters

The metal filters trap grease released by foods on the cooktop. They also prevent flames from foods on the cooktop from damaging the inside of the microwave.

For this reason, the filters must ALWAYS be in place when the hood is used. The grease filters should be cleaned once a month, or as needed.

To remove, slide it to the rear using the tab. Pull it down and out.

To clean the grease filter, soak it and then swish it around in hot water and detergent. Don’t use ammonia or ammonia products because they will darken the metal.

Light brushing can be used to remove embedded dirt.

Rinse, shake and let it dry before replacing.

To replace, slide the filter in the frame slot on the back of the opening. Pull up and to the front to lock into place.

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The Exhaust Feature

Charcoal Filter

(on some models)

To Install Charcoal Filter

The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned.

It must be replaced. Order part No.

WB02X9883 from your Frigidaire supplier.

If the model is not vented to the outside, the air will be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that helps remove smoke and odors.

The charcoal filter should be replaced when it is noticeably dirty or discolored

(usually after 6 to 12 months, depending on hood usage).

To install a new filter, remove plastic and other outer wrapping from the new filter.

Insert the filter into the top opening of the oven as shown. It will rest at an angle on

2 side support tabs and in front of the right rear tab. Replace the grille and 2 screws.

To Remove Charcoal Filter

Remove 2 grille screws to remove the grille.

To remove the charcoal filter, disconnect power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug.

Remove the top grille by removing the

2 screws that hold it in place. Slide the filter towards the front of the oven and remove it.

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Troubleshooting

Before You Call For Service…

Troubleshooting Tips

Save time and money! Review this list first and you may not need to call for service.

“LOCKED” appears in the display?

The control has been locked. Press and hold

CLEAR/OFF for about 3 seconds to unlock the control.

“BAD PROBE” appears in the display?

The probe has not been completely inserted into the wall receptacle. Insert the probe properly into the wall receptacle.

The probe is defective. Replace the probe.

F

loor of the oven is warm, even when the oven has not been used?

The cooktop light is located below the oven floor. When the light is on, the heat it produces may make the oven floor get warm.

This is normal.

O

ven will not start?

A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.

Power surge. Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in.

Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet. Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet.

F

ood amount is too large for

Sensor Reheat?

Sensor Reheat is for single servings of recommended foods. Use Cook Time for large amounts of food.

“PLEASE INSERT PROBE” appears in the display?

Probe has been forgotten or not inserted properly. Insert the probe properly into the wall receptacle.

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Troubleshooting

Before You Call For Service…

“SENSOR ERROR” appears in the display?

When using a Sensor feature, the door was opened before steam could be detected. Do not open door until steam is sensed and time is shown counting down on display.

Steam was not detected in maximum amount of time. Use Cook Time to heat for more time.

Y

ou hear an unusual, lowtone beep?

You have tried to start the Reminder without a valid time of day. Start over and enter a valid time of day.

You have tried to start the Auto Nite Light without a valid time of day entered for the ontime and off-time. Start over and enter a valid time of day.

You have tried to turn the turntable on when the probe is in use. The turntable will not operate when the probe is in use.

You have tried to change the power level when it is not allowed. Many of the oven’s features are preset and cannot be changed.

T

hings That Are Normal

•

Steam or vapor escaping from around the door.

•

Light reflection around door or outer case.

•

Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other than high.

•

Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.

•

TV-radio interference might be noticed while using the microwave. Similar to the interference caused by other small appliances, it does not indicate a problem with the microwave. Plug the microwave into a different electrical circuit, move the radio or TV as far away from the microwave as possible, or check the position and signal of the TV/radio antenna.

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MICROWAVE WARRANTY

(USA Only)

Your microwave is protected by this warranty

FULL ONE-YEAR

WARRANTY

LIMITED 2ND

YEAR WARRANTY

(Microwave Oven)

LIMITED 2ND–10TH

YEAR WARRANTY

(Magnetron Tube)

LIMITED WARRANTY

(Applicable to the

State of Alaska)

WARRANTY

PERIOD

One year from original purchase date.

Two years from original purchase date.

Second through tenth years from original purchase date.

Time periods listed above.

FRIGIDAIRE, THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED

SERVICERS, WILL:

Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance which prove to be defective in materials or workmanship.

Repair or replace any part of the microwave oven which proves to be defective in materials or workmanship.

Provide a replacement for any magnetron tube which proves to be defective in workmanship or material.

All of the provisions of the full warranties above and the exclusions listed below apply.

THE CONSUMER WILL BE

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Costs of service calls that are listed under

NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE

CONSUMER.*

Cost of shipping the replacement part to the nearest authorized servicer; and all labor and service charges.

Cost of shipping the replacement part to the nearest authorized servicer; and all labor and service charges.

Costs of the technician’s travel to the home and any costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance required because of service.

Your appliance is warranted by White Consolidated Industries, Inc. We authorize no person to change or add to any of our obligations under this warranty. Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Frigidaire or an authorized Frigidaire servicer.

Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record.

The date on the bill establishes the warranty period should service be required.

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Consumer Services

WARRANTY

(Continued)

* NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER

This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items listed below:

1.

Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.

2.

Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in accordance with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes.

3.

Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose connections or defects in house wiring.

4.

Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory.

5.

Damages to finish after installation.

6.

Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features).

EXCLUSIONS

This warranty does not cover the following:

1.

CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE

AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS

WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.

Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

2.

Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.

3.

Damages caused by services performed by servicers other than Frigidaire or its authorized servicers; use of parts other than genuine Frigidaire Home

Products parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.

4.

Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.

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Consumer Services

IF YOU NEED SERVICE

Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. The date on the bill establishes the warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. This written warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Frigidaire

Home Products:

800•944•9044

Frigidaire Home Products

P.O. Box 212378

Augusta, GA 30917

Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made by White Consolidated

Industries, Inc. This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A.

and Puerto Rico.

Visit Frigidaire Home Products’ Web Site at http://www.frigidaire.com

Part No. 164D3370P065 Rev. 1

Pub. No. 49-40065-1

Printed in Korea

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