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Whirlpool MTZ080XY User's Manual

1. This mode lets you set the oven to door pause between cycles for stirring 2 Touch in the desired cooking turning over or rearranging food as well instruction for COOK 1 as for adding ingredients 3 Touch PAUSE 4 Touch in the desired cooking instructions for COOK 2 5 Touch START Put cooked hot food in the oven and close the door 2 Touch KEEP WARM 3 Touch START This mode lets you keep food warm in your microwave oven for about 1 hour 40 minutes 1 Put in food and close the door 2 Touch COOK 1 3 Touch Number Pads for the length of delay you want 4 Touch COOK POWER 5 Touch 0 Number Pad 6 Touch COOK 2 7 Touch in the cooking time and Cook Power 8 Touch START This mode Jets you set the microwave oven to start automatically at a later time Using Your Microwave Oven AUTO COOK COOK SET 1 2 QUICK DEFROST AUTO QuIcK SET DEFROST COOK J cooK ff coox 1 2 JB POWER KEEP CLOCK START CANCEL cE ES ES B o o 7 o o Microwave oven controls There are three parts in the control section Digital Display Clock and Indicator Lights Command Pads Number Pads Instructions for each control are covered on the following pages Read them carefully When you first plug in the oven a tone will sound and the Display will show 88 88 If after you set the Clock pages 10 11 the Display again shows all 8 s it
2. 5 to 6 minutes Basic Omelet 1 Place butter in a 9 inch glass pie plate Cook uncovered 15 to 20 seconds at Power Level 10 or until melted Tilt plate to cover bottom with melted butter 2 Beat eggs milk salt and pepper in a small bowl Pour mixture into pie plate Cook uncovered 2 to 3 minutes at Power Level 7 or until almost set stir after 1 minute Cover with plastic wrap and let stand 2 minutes Makes 1 to 2 servings Cheeseburgers 1 Shape ground beef into four 4 inch patties Arrange on a microwavable roast rack Cover with waxed paper and cook 3 to 3 minutes at Power Level 10 or until desired done ness turn patties over halfway through cooking drain liquid 2 Top patties with cheese Cook 30 seconds at Power Level 6 Let stand 2 minutes Serve on hamburger buns Makes 4 servings Reuben Sandwiches 1 Layer corned beef sauerkraut and dressing on 4 bread slices Top each with cheese and remaining bread slices Wrap each sandwich with a paper towel and place on a microwavable roast rack 2 Cook 4 to 5 2 minutes at Power Level 5 or until sand wich is heated through Makes 4 servings 2 cups buttermilk baking mix 12 cup packed dark brown sugar 3 tablespoons flour 1 4 teaspoon ground nutmeg or mace 1 4 cup milk 1 egg slightly beaten 24 cup mashed banana 24 cup chopped dates 24 cup chopped walnuts 14 cup milk 1 egg 1 4 cup whole bran cereal 1 4 cup vegetable oil 1 4
3. gt a i Do not overcook potatoes Fire could result At the end of the recommended cooking time potatoes should be slightly firm because they will continue cooking during standing time After microwaving wrap potatoes in foil and set aside for 5 minutes They will finish cooking while standing If a fire should start in the oven cavity e do not open oven door e turn oven off e unplug the oven or turn off the power at the main power supply 35 Operating Safety Precautions Continued Do not pop popcorn except in a microwave approved popcorn popper or commercial pack age designed especially for microwave ovens Follow directions supplied with the product Never try to pop popcorn in a paper bag not designed for microwave use Overcooking may result in smoke and fire Do not repop unpopped kernels Do not reuse popcorn bags Starting a microwave oven when it s empty is not recommended If you practice programming the oven put a container of water in the oven It is normal for the inside of the oven door to look wavy after the oven has been running for awhile Do not use newspaper or other printed paper in the oven Fire could result Do not dry flowers fruit herbs wood paper gourds or clothes in the oven Fire could result Do not try to melt paraffin wax in the oven Paraffin wax will not melt in a microwave oven because it allows microwaves to pass through it Glass turntable
4. Additional information e You can t touch in more than 99 minutes 99 seconds of delay in the Cook 1 cycle e If you open the door before the oven begins to cook be sure to retouch START e If you touch two instructions into the same cycle the second set of instructions will cancel the first AWARNING To avoid sickness and food waste when using delay start Do not use foods that will spoil while waiting for cooking to start such as dishes with milk or eggs cream soups and cooked meats or fish Any food that has to wait for cooking to start should be very cold or frozen before it is put in the oven MOST UNFROZEN FOODS SHOULD NEVER STAND MORE THAN TWO HOURS BEFORE COOKING STARTS e Do not use foods containing baking powder or yeast when using delay start They will not rise properly e Do not allow food to remain in oven for more than two hours after end of cooking cycle Other operating hints There are a number of things you can do with your microwave oven Some will be reminders Others will be mentioned for the first time To double check settings while the oven is running Touch the Command Pad for the setting you want to check The instruction programmed for that pad will show on the Display for 5 seconds Then the Display returns to showing what the oven is doing To stop the oven while it is running 1 Open the door The oven will stop To restart the oven close the door and touch START
5. Do not operate the microwave oven unless the glass turntable is securely in place Cooking efficiency will be reduced Also arcing sparking and crackling can occur causing black marks in the oven cavity Make sure glass turntable is correct side up in oven Carefully place cookware on glass turn table to avoid possible breakage Handle glass turntable with care when removing from oven to avoid possible breakage Glass turntable If glass turntable cracks or breaks contact your Whirlpool dealer for a replacement When a browning dish is used the browning dish bottom must be at least 3 16 inch above the glass turntable If your browning dish is not elevated on feet set it on a microwave safe plate before using Follow directions supplied with 36 browning dish General information If your electric power line or outlet voltage is less than the normal 120 volts cooking times may be longer j D m mo D lt Lep N gt m lt vu a m gp gt Cc O Nn To test a dish for safe use put it into the oven with a cup of water beside it Cook on HIGH Cook Power for one minute If the dish gets hot and water stays cool do not use it 37 If you Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these steps 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind If nothing operates e Is th
6. Combine remaining ingredients in a bowl Pour mixture evenly over chicken Cover with plastic wrap vent 2 Cook 15 to 17 minutes at Power Level 10 or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear turn over halfway through cooking Let stand covered 5 minutes Stir pan juices until smooth and spoon over chicken Makes 4 servings 63 Basic Scrambled Eggs Tablespoons of Milk 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 2 eggs 2 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon salt dash of ground black pepper 1 pound ground lean beef 4 slices American process cheese 4 hamburger buns 8 slices dark rye or pumpernickel bread toasted 12 pound cooked corned beef sliced 1 can 8 ounces sauerkraut rinsed and drained 12 cup creamy Russian or Thousand Island dressing 4 slices Swiss cheese Teaspoons of Butter Cooking time Power Level 7 Special Instructions Use 10 ounce microwavable bowl or custard cup for 1 to 2 eggs use 1 quart microwavable casserole for 4 to 6 eggs Place butter in dish Cook uncovered 20 to 40 seconds at Power Level 10 or until butter melts Beat eggs and milk together with fork until well blended stir into melted butter Cook uncovered as directed in chart at Power Level 8 Break up and stir eggs with fork halfway through cooking Cover with waxed paper and let stand 1 to 3 minutes Stir and season to taste 50 to 60 seconds 2 to 2 2 minutes 3 to 4 minutes
7. Prepare as directed on package Spread batter into greased 7x 11 inch microwavable baking dish Shield corners with foil halfway through cooking When done top will appear puffy and dry and will spring back when lightly pressed with finger Let stand covered with waxed paper on flat surface 10 minutes Remove waxed paper Cool before cutting Cake layer 17 182 02 Prepare as directed on package Divide batter between two paper towel lined 8 inch microwavable cake dishes Fill each dish half full Any extra batter may be used for cupcakes Cover with paper towel When done wooden pick inserted near center will come out clean Let stand covered on flat surface 5 minutes Invert onto serving plate Carefully remove paper towel Repeat with second layer Cake tube 17 18 2 oz Prepare as directed on package Pour batter into paper towel lined 10 to 12 cup microwavable fluted tube dish Cover with paper towel When done wooden pick inserted near center will come out clean Let stand covered on flat surface 10 minutes Invert onto serving plate Cool CONVENIENCE CAKES AND MIXES COOKING TABLE continued Power Cooking Cupcakes 4 cupcakes 7 6 cupcakes 7 Special Instructions Prepare as directed on package Place 2 paper cupcake liners in each microwavable muffin ring cup Fill each cup two thirds full with batter about 3 tablespoons When done tops will appear moist and wooden pick
8. a beep automatically sounds The table below will give you some idea of which foods are prepared at each of the various power levels MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL CHART Power Level Use 10 e Boil water High e Brown ground beef e Make candy Cook poultry pieces fish vegetables Cook tender cuts of meat 9 Saute e Reheat rice pasta amp vegetables 8 e Reheat prepared foods quickly Reheat e Reheat sandwiches 7 e Cook egg milk and cheese dishes Medium High e Cook cakes breads e Melt chocolate 6 e Cook veal Medium e Cook whole fish e Cook puddings and custards 5 e Cook ham whole poultry lamb Medium Low e Cook rib roast sirloin tip 4 Defrost e Thaw meat poultry and seafood 3 e Cook less tender cuts of meat Low e Cook pork chops roast 2 e Take chill out of fruit Simmer e Clarify butter 1 e Keep casseroles and main dishes warm Warm e Soften butter and cream cheese 0 e Standing time e Independent timer DEFROSTING CHART Amount i Standing Time Food Weight Size Defrosting Method After Defrosting Beef Roasts Chuck Pot Roast 3 pounds Set Quick Defrost for 12 00 minutes 5 minutes 11 2 to 2 inches After 6 00 minutes of defrosting turn thick meat over Boneless Rib 4 pounds Shield edges with foil Set Quick Defrost Roast rolled and 4 inch diameter for 10 00 minutes Let stand for 5 20 minutes tied minutes Turn meat over
9. poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cutting into them Liquids heated in certain containers especially cylindrical shaped containers may become overheated The liquid may splash out with a loud noise during or after heating or when adding ingredients coffee etc resulting in harm to the oven and possible personal injury For best results stir any liquid several times before heating or reheating Never lean on the door or allow a child to swing on it when the door is open Injury could result Use hot pads Microwave energy does not heat containers but the hot food does Do not heat store or use flammable materials in or near the oven The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion Do not do canning of foods in the oven Closed glass jars may explode resulting in damage to the oven or possible personal injury Do not use the oven to sterilize objects baby bottles etc It is difficult to maintain the high temperature required for safe sterilization Do not deep fry in the oven Microwavable utensils are not suitable and it is difficult to main tain appropriate deep frying temperatures Do not use the oven for storage Do not leave paper products books or cooking utensils in the oven when not in use Fire may result if someone accidentally starts the oven Do not let food or containers touch the top or sides of the oven oO me m Pej gt ep Nn gt mal m lt U a m
10. the Cook cycle The COOK POWER Indicator Light will also be on if you are using a Cook Power other than HIGH The Display counts down the time to show how much time is left in the second cycle For 2 of every 10 seconds the Display will show the Cook Power you selected if you are using a Cook Power other than HIGH When the Cook cycle ends End will show on the Display and 4 beeps will sound You can stop the beeping by opening the door or by touching CANCEL End will remain on the Display and a reminder tone will sound every 30 seconds to remind you that food is left in the oven until the door is opened or CANCEL is touched The Display will then show the time of day 19 Using Your Microwave Oven Continued Cooking in more than one cook cycle For best results some recipes call for one Cook Power for a certain length of time and another Cook Power for another length of time Your oven can be set to change from one to another auto matically 1 Put food in the oven and close the door AUO COOK COOK KEEP 2 Touch COOK 1 The COOK 1 Indicator Light SET WARM 72 08 will come on and the Display will show four O s gtr eos 3 Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want in the first cycle The Display will show the numbers you touched in the order you touched them This example shows 3 minutes coor cook KEEP WARN 25 seconds COOR oF FROST POWER 4 Select a Cook Power To cook at HIGH
11. 2 Touch CANCEL All instructions will be erased You must touch in new instructions 29 Installation Instructions Before you begin carefully read the following instructions Installing your microwave oven 1 Empty the microwave oven and clean inside it with a soft damp cloth Check for damage such as misaligned door damage around the door or dents inside the oven or on the exterior If there is any damage please do not operate the unit until it has been checked by an authorized Whirlpool service technician and any repairs have been made 2 Put the oven on a cart counter table or shelf that is strong enough to hold the oven and the food and utensils you put in it The control side of the unit is the heavy side Use care when handling The weight of the oven is approximately 31 Ibs 14kg 3 Do not block the rear air intake openings and air vents on side of microwave oven Allow a few inches of air circulation on side and back of oven where vents and intake openings are located Blocking the air intake openings and air vents can cause damage to the oven and poor cooking results Make sure the microwave oven legs are in place to ensure proper airflow 4 CAUTION Do not install the oven next to or over a heat source for example a cooktop or Rear air Air vents range or in any area where excessive intake openings heat and steam are generated This could damage the outside
12. COOK COOK COOK x 2 QUCM DEFROST 2 Touch Number Pads for the correct time of day The Display will show what numbers you touched in the order you touched them This example shows 3 25 am a Lep lt Cc D ap I jan gt lt m j m 3 Touch START The colon will stop flashing The Clock is set If you have touched in an incorrect time such as 12 65 Err will show on the Display Touch CLOCK SET and start over NOTE To reset the clock touch CLOCK SET The current time will show on the Display and the colon will flash Continue to set the clock as shown above Cooking in your microwave oven Although a new rating method rates these ovens at 550 600 watts you may use a reliable cookbook with recipes developed for 500 watt microwave ovens Important things to remember to get the best cooking results ALWAYS cook food for the minimum recommended cooking time If necessary add time in one or two minute periods then check for doneness to avoid overcooking the food e Stir turn over or rearrange the food being cooked about halfway through the cooking time for most even doneness with all recipes e if a glass cover is not available use waxpaper Paper towels or microwave approved plastic wrap Turn back a corner to vent steam during cooking ALWAYS cook food with turntable in place The IEC 705 Test Procedure Wattage Rating The IEC 705 Test Procedure
13. Cook covered Stir cubes halfway through cooking Cook until fork tender Let stand covered 10 minutes NOTE For faster cooking and slightly jess tenderness beef cubes for stew may be cooked at PL 10 for 10 minutes then at PL 3 for 35 minutes per pound Cubes for stew 2 lbs 10 minutes inch cubes then 27 32 minutes per pound Ground beef HIGH 4 5 minutes Crumble beef and place in microwavable sieve or 1 Ib colander Place sieve in bowl to collect drippings Cover with waxed paper Stir after 21 2 minutes to break meat apart After cooking let stand covered 2 minutes If meat is still pink cover and cook 1 more minute Hamburgers HIGH Fresh or defrosted Form patties with depression in center of each Place on microwavable roast rack Brush with frozen browning agent if desired Cover with waxed paper 4 oz each Turn over halfway through cooking Let stand 1 patty 1V 4 minutes covered 1 minute 2 patties 1 2 minutes 4 patties 212 32 minutes Pot roast Cook 1 Pierce roast deeply on both sides in several places 3 4 Ibs HIGH 15 minutes Place roast in large cooking bag Place in micro then then wavable dish Add desired seasonings and 1 cup Cook 2 liquid over roast Close bag loosely with micro gz 30 35 minutes wavable closure or string Carefully turn over meat per pound after 45 minutes Continue cooking until fork tender Let stand covered 10 minutes 48 Meat Rib roast rolle
14. Place box on 2 paper towels After cooking let stand 2 minutes Place sliced celery and 2 tablespoons water in 1 2 quart covered microwavable casserole Stir halfway through cooking Cook until tender crisp Let stand covered 2 minutes VEGETABLE COOKING TABLE continued Cooking Time Vegetables Corn Fresh 2 ears 4 ears Frozen on cob 2 ears 4 ears Frozen kernels 10 oz Eggplant Fresh whole 1 tb Fresh cubed HIGH 72 92 minutes 91 11 minutes HIGH 5 6 minutes 1012 1112 minutes HIGH 4 5 minutes Special Instructions Place husked corn and 2 tablespoons water in 1 2 quart microwavable baking dish Cover with plastic wrap and vent Cook until tender crisp Let stand covered 5 minutes Q t X zZ D D m Place corn in 12 quart microwavable baking dish Cover with plastic wrap and vent Cook until tender crisp Let stand covered 5 minutes Remove outer wrapping from box Place box on 2 paper towels After cooking let stand 2 minutes HIGH 512 62 minutes Pierce eggplant with fork and place on 2 paper towels Turn over halfway through cooking Cook until fork pierces skin easily Let stand 2 minutes Cut in half to remove pulp Place eggplant and 2 tablespoons water in 2 quart covered microwavable casserole Stir halfway through cooking Let stand covered 2 minutes 1 Ib HIGH 5 cups 412 52 minutes Leeks Fresh slice
15. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 31 Caring For Your Microwave Oven Glass turntable 32 Cleaning the microwave oven Wipe often with warm sudsy water and a soft cloth or sponge The glass turntable may be removed for cleaning Wash by hand in mild detergent or in a dishwasher Do not operate the microwave oven when turntable is removed for cleaning For stubborn soil boil a cup of water in the oven for 2 or 3 minutes Steam will soften the soil Be sure to keep the areas clean where the door and oven frame touch when closed Use only mild non abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth when cleaning surfaces Rinse well A CAUTION Abrasive cleansers steel wool pads gritty wash clothes etc can damage the control panel and the interior and exterior oven surfaces Use a soft cloth or sponge with a mild detergent or spray glass cleaner Apply spray glass cleaner to cloth or sponge do not spray directly on oven To clean glass turntable wash in mild sudsy water for heavily soiled areas use a mild cleanser and scouring sponge The glass turntable is dishwasher safe How Your Microwave Oven Works Magnetron PAE A Oven cavity Microwave ovens are safe Microwave energy is not hot It causes food to make its own heat and it s this heat that cooks the food Microwaves are like TV waves or light waves You can t see them but you can see what they do The glass t
16. Shield warm spots Set Quick Defrost for 10 00 minutes Beef Steaks Top Round Steak 1 pound Set Quick Defrost for 4 00 minutes 5 minutes inch thick Round Steak 11 2 pounds Set Quick Defrost for 5 00 minutes 5 minutes Whole inch thick T bone Steak 1 pound Set Quick Defrost for 4 00 minutes 5 minutes 3 4 inch thick Steak 2 pounds Set Quick Defrost for 8 00 minutes 5 minutes 1 inch thick Other Beef Stew Meat 1 pound Set Quick Defrost for 4 30 minutes After 5 minutes 1 inch cubes 3 00 minutes of defrosting separate pieces Set Quick Defrost for 5 00 minutes After 5 minutes 3 00 minutes of defrosting turn the meat over Set Quick Defrost for 9 00 minutes After 5 minutes 5 00 minutes of defrosting turn the meat over Ground Beef Ground Beef In 1 quart casserole cook at HIGH for 1 Step Defrost 5 00 minutes Break up meat Cook at and Cook HIGH for 3 30 minutes stirring 3 times Ground Beef 4 Set Quick Defrost for 3 00 minutes After Patties 4 ounces each 2 00 minutes give dish a half turn 5 minutes Chicken Broiler fryer whole 212 to 3 pounds Place poultry breast down Set Quick Place in bowl of cool Defrost for 12 00 minutes After 6 00 water for 10 minutes minutes of defrosting turn breast up remove giblets before using Poultry and pork must be completely defrosted before cooking DEFROSTING CHART continued Food Chi
17. cooks 4 Glass Turntable This turntable turns food as it cooks for more even cooking It must be in oven during operation for best cooking results See page 36 for more details gt Nn D mal m j lt e ep m _ ep gt oO i Cc m i Mode and Serial Number Label Defrost Guide Control Panel Touch pads on this panel to perform all functions See page 6 for more details Light Automatically turns on when oven is operating Auto Set Guide External Oven Air Vents on side Getting Acquainted Continued Control panel features AUTO COOK COOK SET s 2 QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER Your microwave oven control panel lets you select the desired cooking function quickly and easily All you have to do is touch the necessary Command Pad The following is a list of all the Command and Number Pads located on the control panel For more information see pages 9 29 1 Digital Display This display includes clock and indicator lights to tell you time of day cooking time settings and cooking functions selected See page 9 for more information AUTO SET Touch this pad to select up to ten preset cooking times at the Cook Powers of your choice AUTO SET provides a short cut method for setting commonly used cooking times See pages 14 16 for more information 10 11 12 13 14 COOK 1 Touch this pad when cooking at only one Cook Power or cooki
18. means your electricity was off for a while Reset the Clock Digital display clock and indicator lights When you are not using the microwave oven this is an accurate digital clock When you are using the microwave oven it displays time settings temperature settings and Indicator Lights Command pads Touch Command Pads to tell the microwave oven what to do and in what order A few examples CLOCK SET tells the oven you are going to set the clock START tells the oven to start See page 10 for information on the tone you hear when touching any pad Each Command Pad except START CANCEL and CLOCK SET lights an Indicator Light when you touch the Command Pad While the oven is running an Indicator Light or lights will be on to show what the oven is doing Number pads Once you ve touched a Command Pad to tell the oven what you want it to do you ll touch Number Pads to tell it atime a Cook Power NJAO JAVMOYDIW YNOA ONISN GALNIVADIY SNILLIS Using Your Microwave Oven Continued auTO COOK SET 1 QUICK DEFROST AUTO COOK CLOCK SET 1 SET QUICK DEFROST 10 Audible signals Audible signals are available to guide you when setting and using your oven A programming tone will sound each time you touch a pad Two beeps will sound between cycles A reminder tone will sound every 30 seconds after cooking is done to remind you that something has been left in the oven Four beeps signal
19. microwave oven can be set to start automati cally at a later time Use the Cook 1 cycle at 0 Cook Power to delay the start of the Cook 2 cycle for up to 99 minutes 99 seconds 1 Putin food and close the door See WARNING on page 29 2 Touch COOK 1 The COOK 1 Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show four O s 3 Touch Number Pads for the length of delay you want The Display will show the numbers you touched in the order you touched them This example shows 60 minutes 1 hour 4 Touch COOK POWER The COOK POWER Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show P HI 5 Touch the 0 Number Pad The Display will show P 0 This tells you that the oven will be operating at 0 power 6 Touch COOK 2 The COOK 2 Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show four 0 s 7 Touch in the cooking time and Cook Power AUTO SET COOK 1 QUICK DEFROST COOK COOK POWER 8 Touch START The COOK 1 and COOK POWER Indicator Lights will stay on During the Cook 1 cycle the oven will be off but the Display will count down the set time After this time is up the Cook 2 cycle will begin NOTE If you hear the fan start when you touch START you have not set the oven properly Touch the CANCEL Pad and start over When using Delayed Start the oven cooks only during the Cook 2 cycle pale zZ a lt D a x f gt m Z m z
20. minutes After 1 30 minutes of defrosting separate Set Quick Defrost for 3 00 minutes Set Quick Defrost for 4 30 minutes Poultry and pork must be completely defrosted before cooking Standing Time After Defrosting 5 minutes 5 minutes Place in bow of cool water for 10 to 15 minutes remove giblets before using Place in bowl of cool water for 10 to 15 minutes remove giblets before using Run cool water into cavity till giblets can be removed Let stand 10 more minutes before using 5 minutes 5 minutes Food Turkey Boneless Turkey Roast Turkey Breast Whole Turkey Pork Boneless Loin Roast rolled and tied DEFROSTING CHART continued weight Size Defrosting Method 5 to 6 pounds Up to 10 pounds Remove from foil pan place in baking dish Set Quick Defrost for 18 00 minutes Turn meat over after 9 00 minutes shield warm areas with foil Remove metal ring pierce package Set Quick Defrost for 6 00 minutes per pound Turn over after 3 defrosting time Shield warm areas after turning Remove packaging Cover wing tips with foil uncover tips after 3 of the defrosting time Set Quick Defrost for 5 00 minutes per pound turning bird after 3 of the defrosting time and letting stand 10 minutes Cover parts that begin to brown Shield edges with foil Set Quick Defrost for 14 00 minutes Let stand 5 minutes Turn roast over Shield any warm areas of r
21. of cold water in a glass container in the oven Close the door Make sure it latches Follow the directions on page 12 to set the oven to COOK for 2 minutes When the time is up the water should be heated tion of the customer to have a properly grounded and correctly polarized 3 prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician Consult a qualified electrician if the ground ing instructions are not completely under stood or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded It is not recommended to use an exten sion cord with your microwave oven but if you find it necessary to do so temporarily until a properly grounded and polarized 3 prong receptacle is installed use only a heavy duty UL listed 3 wire grounding type extension cord containing three 16 gauge minimum copper wires It must not be longer than 10 feet cords longer than 10 feet may affect the cooking performance of your microwave oven The plug on the extension cord must fit into a 3 prong ground ing type wall receptacle as shown on this page and the receptacle end of the extension cord must accept the 3 prong grounding plug of the microwave oven This microwave oven is designed for use in the household only and must not be used for commercial purposes Do not remove the door control panel or cabinet at any time The unit is equipped with high voltage and should be serviced by an authorized Whirlpool service technician
22. or raisin nut bread cut into 2 inch cubes 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar 12 cup butterscotch pieces 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 2 2 cups miniature marshmallows 21 2 cups crisp rice cereal 34 cup water 1 rounded teaspoon instant coffee granules 2 teaspoons sugar 2 tablespoons Irish whiskey whipped cream Egg Custard 1 Pour milk into a 2 cup glass measuring cup Cook 31 2 to 4 2 minutes at Power Level 6 or until almost boiling Beat eggs slightly in a mixing bowl add remaining ingredients except nutmeg Stir milk into egg mixture 2 Pour custard mixture into two buttered 6 ounce custard cups Place cups in oven Cook uncovered 7 to 8 minutes at Power Level 4 or until set Remove cups and sprinkle with nutmeg Set on rack to cool Makes 2 servings Pineapple Bread Pudding 1 Melt butter in a 2 quart glass measuring cup 45 seconds at Power Level 10 Add pudding mix cinnamon eggs milk undrained pineapple coconut and rum extract blend thoroughly 2 Fold in bread cubes Pour mixture into a 2 quart microwavable baking dish Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar Cook uncovered 30 to 32 minutes at Power Level 7 or until knife inserted near center comes out clean Let stand ona flat surface for 10 minutes Serve warm Makes 12 servings Butterscotch Krispie Treats 1 Combine butterscotch pieces and butter in a 2 quart microwavable glass casserole Cook uncovered 2 to 3 minutes at Power Level 7 or until melted Stir
23. seconds at Power Level 10 or until tuna mixture bubbles Repeat with remaining crackers Makes 24 appetizers Spaghetti Sauce 1 Combine onion garlic and oil in a 1 quart microwavable casserole Cook uncovered 1 to 11 2 minutes at Power Level 10 or until onion is tender 2 Add remaining ingredients Cook covered 3 minutes at Power Level 10 and then 81 2 minutes at Power Level 5 stir twice Makes about 1 cups Chocolate Sauce 1 Combine dry ingredients in a 1 quart glass measuring cup stir in milk Add butter and corn syrup 2 Cook uncovered 1 to 2 minutes at Power Level 10 or until sauce is thickened and smooth stir twice Stir in vanilla extract Makes 1 2 cup 1 cup thinly sliced onions 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 can 1012 ounces condensed beef broth 1 slice of toasted French bread 12 cup shredded Swiss cheese 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 12 pound lean ground beef 1 egg slightly beaten Vs cup soft fresh bread crumbs 1 4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 3 tablespoons finely chopped onion 2 tablespoons tomato sauce 1 tablespoon finely chopped green pepper 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 to 2 pounds chicken pieces skinned 12 cup barbecue sauce 21 2 to 3 pounds chicken cut into serving pieces skinned 1 4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 large onion thinly sliced 14 cup dry sherry 1
24. show P HI This shows the oven is prepro grammed to cook at full HIGH power want in the second cycle The Display will show what you touched This example shows you touched Number Pad 4 for 40 of full power Cc 2 ep lt j Cc es oO e j gt lt m So lt m Touch START When you touch START the COOK 1 Indicator Light will stay on while the oven is cooking in the first cycle The COOK POWER Indicator Light will be on if you are using a Cook Power other than HIGH All other Indicator Lights will go off The Display counts down the cooking time to show how much time is left in the first cycle For 2 of every 10 seconds the Display will show the Cook Power you selected if you are using a Cook Power other than HIGH You will hear 2 beeps at the end of the Cook 1 cycle You can either open the door to check stir or turn over the food etc or you can let the oven start the next cycle If you do open the door touch START after closing the door to restart the oven The COOK 2 Indicator Light will be on during the second cycle The COOK POWER Indicator Light will also be on if you are using a Cook Power other than HIGH The Display counts down the time to show how much time is left in the second cycle For 2 of every 10 seconds the Display will show the Cook Power you selected if you are using a Cook Power other than HIGH When the Cook 2 cycle ends End will show on the
25. tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon flour Onion Soup 1 Combine onions and butter in a 1 quart microwavable casserole Cook uncovered 2 to 3 minutes at Power Level 10 or until onions are soft stir twice 2 Add beef broth Cook uncovered 21 to 31 2 minutes at Power Level 10 or until hot stir once after 2 minutes 3 Ladle into large soup bowl Cover with bread slice and sprinkle with cheeses Cook uncovered 45 seconds to 1 minute at Power Level 10 or until cheese is melted Makes 1 serving Cheesy Meatloaf 1 Combine ingredients in a mixing bowl mix thoroughly 2 Shape into loaf and place on a microwavable roast rack Cook covered with waxed paper 31 to 41 2 minutes at Power Level 10 or until center is no longer pink Let stand covered 5 minutes Makes 2 servings Barbecued Chicken 1 Arrange chicken with thicker pieces to the outside in an 8x8x2 inch square glass baking dish Cook covered with waxed paper 2 minutes at Power Level 10 Drain and turn chicken over 2 Brush half of barbecue sauce onto chicken Cook covered 2 minutes at Power Level 10 Turn chicken over and brush with remaining sauce cook covered 6 to 7 minutes at Power Level 10 or until juices run clear Let stand covered 3 minutes Makes 2 servings Sherried Chicken 1 Arrange chicken with thicker pieces to the outside in an 8x8x2 inch square glass baking dish Sprinkle with pepper and top with onion
26. the end of the Minute Timer function and a Cook or Defrost cycle If you don t hear a tone it is because of incorrectly entered instructions or because the tones have been removed For example a tone will not sound if you touch a Number Pad before you touch a Command Pad To remove the programming tone 1 Open the door 2 Touch CANCEL twice then touch START 3 Programming and reminder tones will be cancelled To replace the tones e Repeat the steps above To remove all tones 1 Open the door 2 Touch CANCEL twice touch 0 then touch START 3 All audible tones including Minute Timer signal will be cancelled NOTE Do not remove all tones if you use the Minute Timer To replace the tones Repeat the steps above NOTE If your electricity goes off the audible signals will come back on Repeat steps above if you want to remove them again Setting the clock When the oven is first plugged in a tone sounds and the Display shows 88 88 If the electric power ever goes off the Display will again show all 8 s when the power comes back on You can cook without setting the clock but the Display will be blank after cooking 1 To set the clock touch CLOCK SET The Display will show a 0 and the colon will start to flash The first Number Pad must be touched within 5 seconds or the Display will go blank If the Display goes blank touch CLOCK SET again and continue auTO SET AUTO SET COOK
27. 0 Number Pad The Display will show P 0 This tells you that the oven will be operating at 0 power 5 Touch START NOTE If you hear the fan start when you touch START you have not set the Cook Power properly Touch CANCEL and start over The COOK 1 and COOK POWER Indicator Lights will stay on to show you that the timer is running The Display counts down to show you how much time is left During the countdown the oven will be dark and the fan will be off 27 Cc es oc lt oO Cc J O mo j P m fam m Using Your Microwave Oven Continued AUTO SET AUTO COON COOK KEEP COOK SET WARM 58 00 coo DEFROST POWER G UMCR AUTO COOK COOK KEEP SET WARM QUICK COOR DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK KEEP COOK WARM 7 a DEFRO auto coon KEEP WARM j p Quick COOK OCFROST POWER AUTO COOK KEEP COOK WARM 2 COOR DEFROS T POWER 28 When the set time ends End will show on the Display and 4 beeps will sound You can stop the beeping by opening the door or by touching CANCEL End will remain on the Display and a reminder tone will sound every 30 seconds to remind you that the Minute Timer has ended until the door is opened or CANCEL is touched The Display will then show the time of day NOTE Opening the oven door stops the count down Close the door and touch START to continue the timing countdown Using delayed start The
28. CK COOR DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK KEEP SET 1 WARM QUICK COOK DEFAOST POWER AUTO COOK KEEP SEY t 2 WARM QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER Using PAUSE with QUICK DEFROST Your microwave oven can be set to pause halfway through QUICK DEFROST to allow you to stir turn over or rearrange the food for more even defrosting 1 Put frozen food in the oven and close the door 2 Touch QUICK DEFROST 3 Touch Number Pads for the defrosting time you want 4 Touch PAUSE 5 Touch START When half of the QUICK DEFROST time is remaining you will hear 2 beeps and the oven will shut off AUTO COOK SET QUICK DEFROST AUTO COOK SET 1 QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK SET 1 QUICK coon DEFROST POWER oor ger gee get 6 Open the door You can stir turn over or rearrange the food being defrosted if needed Close the door 7 Touch START to continue QUICK DEFROST NOTE The oven will remain off until you touch START When the defrost time ends End will show on the Display and 4 beeps will sound You can stop the beeping by opening the door or by touching CANCEL End will remain on the Display and a reminder tone will sound every 30 seconds to remind you that food is left in the oven until the door is opened or CANCEL is touched The Display will then show the time of day Adding PAUSE between cycles Pause can be added to any cycle in operation as long as there is anoth
29. COOK POWER 2 Touch a Number Pad for the new Cook Power 3 Touch START The cycle will cook at the new Cook Power for the original time OR 1 Touch COOK POWER twice if you want to change a lower Cook Power to HIGH 2 Touch START Using AUTO SET Auto Set provides ten preset times One to nine minutes at HIGH Cook Power can be selected by touching AUTO SET and the corresponding Number Pad 1 9 You don t need to touch any additional Number Pads as you do when using COOK 1 or COOK 2 This provides a short cut method for setting commonly used cooking times The AUTO SET chart included with your microwave oven and the AUTO SET guide on the inner door panel helps you cook various food items without having to look up the cooking times A preset time of 2 minutes 30 seconds at HIGH Cook Power is available by touching just the AUTO SET pad The time may be changed to any time from 0 99 minutes 0 99 seconds allowing you to store your favorite cooking time and Cook Power or to preprogram the oven for someone else to cook an already prepared dish at a later time See page 16 for instructions AUTO SET COOK POWER AUTO COOK KEEP SET 1 WARM Quick COOK DEFROST POWER auTO COOK KEEP SET t WARM QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK KEEP SET 1 WARM QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER auTO COOK KEEP SET 1 WARM QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER auTO COOK KEEP SET 1 WARM QUICH COOK DEFROS POWER AUTO COON K
30. DEFROST POWER fee rope OOK meee 4 Touch COOK POWER The COOK POWER uaii Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show P HI This shows the oven is pre programmed to cook at full HIGH power mule 2cOgR SCOUR Keep 5 Touch a Number Pad for the Cook Power you WARM want The Display will show what you touched This example shows you touched Number Pad 5 tor 50 of full power Quicn COOK DEFROST POWER 13 Using Your Microwave Oven Continued START auTO COOK SET 1 QUICK DEFROST auTO COOK SET 1 QUICK OEFROST AUTO COOK SET 1 QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER te get act 14 6 Touch START The COOK 1 and COOK POWER Indicator Lights will stay on to show that the oven is cooking in the first cycle ata Cook Power other than HIGH The Display counts down the time to show how much cooking time is left in the first cycle For 2 of every 10 seconds the Display will show the Cook Power you selected When the cooking time ends End will show on the Display and 4 beeps will sound You can stop the beeping by opening the door or by touching CANCEL End will remain on the Display and a reminder tone will sound every 30 seconds to remind you that food is left in the oven until the door is opened or CANCEL is touched The Display will then show the time of day Changing the cook power The Cook Power can be changed any time before or after touching START 1 Touch
31. Display and 4 beeps will sound You can stop the beeping by opening the door or by touching CANCEL End will remain on the Display and a reminder tone will sound every 30 seconds to remind you that food is left in the oven until the door is opened or CANCEL is touched The Display will then show the time of day 21 Using Your Microwave Oven Continued Hints for cooking with more than one cycle You can program the cooking cycles in any order However when the microwave oven is started it will automatically go through the cycles in the order of the examples described in this book For example if you program COOK 1 KEEP WARM and QUICK DEFROST the microwave oven will automatically follow this sequence QUICK DEFROST STANDING TIME COOK 1 gt KEEP WARM NOTE The microwave oven will automatically provide standing time between QUICK DEFROST and COOK 1 See page 17 22 Changing or adding instructions You can change times Cook Powers or add cycles any time before or after touching START t 2 3 Touch Number Pads for new Cook Power or Touch the Cook cycle you wish to change or add COOK 1 or 2 Touch Number Pads for new time if desired Touch COOK POWER if change is desired touch COOK POWER again if HIGH is desired Touch in new cycle and time if desired Touch START Using PAUSE For best results some recipes call for stirring turning over or rearranging food or for adding i
32. EEP SET 1 WARM QUICK COOR DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK KEEP SET WARM Quica COOR DEFROST POWER ah gett get get at Put food in the oven and close the door Touch AUTO SET Option Skip to Step 6 if you Touch a Number Pad for the new cooking time want to use the preset cooking time and Cook Power The AUTO SET Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show 2 minutes 30 seconds or the time you have set as your favorite cycle you want from 1 to 9 minutes The Display will show what you touched in even minutes This example shows 4 minutes a lt 2 op lt oO Cc Poe m J jo gt lt m fan lt m Select a Cook Power To cook at HIGH power skip to Step 6 To select another Cook Power touch COOK POWER The COOK POWER Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show P HI This shows the oven is prepro grammed to cook at full HIGH power Touch a Number Pad for the Cook Power you want The Display will show what you touched This example shows you touched Number Pad 5 for 50 of full power Touch START The AUTO SET Indicator Light will stay on while the oven is cooking in the preprogrammed cycle If you selected a Cook Power other than HIGH the COOK POWER Indicator Light will also come on The Display counts down the time to show how much cooking time is left For 2 of every 10 seconds the Display will show the Cook Power you sel
33. HIGH power skip to Step 8 To select another Cook Power touch COOK POWER The COOK POWER Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show P HI This shows the oven is prepro grammed to cook at full HIGH power 7 Touch a Number Pad for the Cook Power you want The Display will show what you touched This example shows you touched Number Pad 6 for 60 of full power START AUTO COOK COOK KEEP SET 1 2 WARM QUICK COOK DEFROST POWEH AUTO COOK COOK KEEP SET 1 2 WARM QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER auTO COOK COOK KEEP SET 1 2 WARM QUICK COOR DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK KEEP SET 1 WARM QUICK COOK OEFROST POWER AUTO COOK COOK SET 1 2 QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER oot geet gee get 8 Touch START When you touch START the QUICK DEFROST Indicator Light will stay on All other Indicator Lights will go off The Display counts down the time to show how much time is left in the Quick Defrost cycle Cc pels ep lt Cc mo isp a oO gt lt m a lt mi When the defrost time ends the microwave oven automatically lets the food stand for the same amount of time used for defrosting The QUICK DEFROST indicator Light stays on and the Display counts down the standing time During the countdown the oven will be dark and the fan will be off When the standing time is over you will hear 2 beeps and the Cook cycle will start The COOK 1 Indicator Light will be on during
34. Modeli and serial number label Defrost guide Auto set guide MICROWAVE OVENS G3 MT2080XY Contents Page Important Safety Instructions 3 Precautions To Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy 4 Getting Acquainted 5 Microwave oven features 5 Control panel features 6 Quick reference cooking guide 7 Using Your Microwave Oven 9 Microwave oven controls 9 Audible signals 10 Setting the clock 10 Cooking in your microwave oven 11 Cooking at high cook power 12 Cooking at lower cook powers 13 Using AUTO SET 14 Defrosting 2 002 16 Cooking automatically after defrosting 18 Cooking in more than one cook cycle 20 Using PAUSE 23 Using KEEP WARM 26 Using the Minute Timer 27 Using delayed start 28 Other operating hints 29 Installation Instructions 30 Caring For Your Microwave Oven 32 Cleaning the microwave oven 32 How Your Microwave Oven Works 33 Operating Safety Precautions 34 Glass turntable 36 if You Need Service Or Assistance 38 Cooking Guide 39 Whirlpool Microwave Oven Wa
35. Number Pad after touching a Command Pad to tell the oven what time or Cook Power you wish to enter 0 Number Pad Touch this Number Pad when setting the Minute Timer or Delayed Start See pages 27 29 for more information START Touch this pad after setting a function on the microwave oven to start the function CANCEL Touch this pad once to stop the oven or to cancel a reminder tone Touch it twice to remove the programming tone reminder tone and Minute Timer signal completely See page 10 for more information DOOR OPEN BUTTON Quick reference cooking guide Your microwave oven gives you a wide range of cooking capabilities The following chart can be used as a quick reference when cooking For more in depth information see the corresponding sections in this User s Manual Put food in the oven and close the High power cooking Lower power cooking cook powers 1 9 Defrosting Two cycle cooking door Touch COOK 1 Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want Touch START Put food in the oven and close the door Touch COOK 1 Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want Touch COOK POWER Touch a Number Pad for the Cook Power you want Touch START Put food in the oven and close the door Touch AUTO SET Touch a Number Pad for the cooking time you want from 1 to 9 minutes Touch COOK POWER Touch a Number Pad for the Cook Power you wa
36. OWAVE ENERGY 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 resi dure to accumulate on sealing surfaces Do not operate the oven if it is damaged It is particuairly 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 Do not operate the microwave oven if the door window is broken The microwave oven should be checked for microwave leakage by qualified service person nel after a repair is made The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel Do not operate the microwave oven with the outer cabinet removed Getting Acquainted Microwave oven features Your microwave oven is designed to make your cooking experience as enjoyable and productive as possible To help get you up and running quickly the following is a list of the oven s basic features 1 Door Button Push button to open door Door must be pressed firmly shut for oven to operate 2 Door Safety Lock System 3 Window with Metal Shield Shield prevents microwaves from escaping It is designed as a screen to allow you to view food as it
37. Turn over meat halfway through cooking and shield if necessary Remove roast from microwave when desired temperature is reached Let stand covered with foil 15 minutes Temperature may rise about 10 F Place cutlets in bottom of oiled microwavable baking dish Add desired seasonings and cover with waxed paper Turn over and rearrange cutlets halfway through cooking Let stand covered 2 minutes Drain on paper towel Place roast fat side up on microwavable roast rack Brush lamb with marinade or desired seasonings such as rosemary thyme or marjoram Cover with waxed paper Turn over roast after 15 minutes and again after 30 minutes Shield if necessary Remove roast from microwave when desired temperature is reached Let stand covered with foil 15 minutes Temperature may rise about 10 F Piace cubes in 2 quart microwavable casserole Add desired seasonings such as rosemary thyme and marjoram and 1 cup water Cook covered Stir cubes twice during cooking Cook until fork tender Let stand covered 15 minutes NOTE For faster cooking and slightly less tenderness lamb cubes for stew may be cooked at PL 10 for 10 minutes then at PL 3 for 35 minutes per pound 49 Meat PORK Bacon slices 2 slices 4 slices 6 slices Canadian bacon 2 slices 4 slices 6 slices Chops 5 7 oz each 2 chops 4 chops Hot dogs 1 2 4 Ham boneless fully cooked 2 Ibs 5 Ibs Ham center slice 1 Ib Loin Roas
38. Wash and dry poultry Place turkey breast meat side down on microwavable roast rack Brush with butter or browning agent and seasonings if desired Cover with waxed paper After first cooking time is done turn meat side up Remove and discard drippings Brush on butter or browning agent and seasonings if desired Replace waxed paper Cook until no longer pink and juices run clear Remove breast from microwave when desired temperature is reached Let stand covered with foil 10 minutes Temperature may rise about 10 F Temperature in breast should be 170 F before serving Wash and dry poultry Place pieces with thickest portion to outside on microwavabie roast rack Brush with butter or browning agent and seasonings if desired Cover with waxed paper Turn over pieces shield bone ends with small pieces of foil and replace waxed paper halfway through cooking Cook until no longer pink and juices run clear Let stand covered 5 minutes 4 9 Ibs per pound 7 8 minutes per pound Drumsticks 5 14 16 minutes 12 2 Ibs per pound Whole HIGH 4 minutes per pound up to 12 Ibs then then 5 6 7 minutes per pound a he CORNISH HENS Whole HIGH 4 5Veminutes 1 112 Ibs each per pound DUCKLING HIGH 10 minutes 4 5 Ibs then 5 7 9 minutes per pound Wash and dry poultry Place turkey breast side down on microwavable roast rack Brush with butter or browning agent and seasonings if desired Cover with waxed paper T
39. avable plate 1 breast 8 11 2 to 2 minutes _ Cover with plastic wrap and vent 1 leg and thigh 8 1to 11 2 minutes Fish fillet Place fish on microwavable plate Cover with plas 6 8 oz 8 11 2 to 2 minutes tic wrap and vent Lasagna j Place lasagna on microwavable plate Cover with 1 serving 10 2 oz 8 3 2to 41 2 minutes plastic wrap and vent Casserole Cook covered in microwavable casserole stir once 1to1 2minutes halfway through cooking 5 to 5 2 minutes 1 cup 4 cups Casserole Cook covered in microwavable casserole stir once cream or cheese halfway through cooking 1 cup 2 to 3 minutes 4 cups 5 111 2 to 121 2 minutes Sloppy joe or Reheat filling and bun separately Cook filling barbecued beef covered in microwavable casserole stir once Heat 1 sandwich 9 45 to 60 seconds bun as directed in chart below 72 cup meat filling without bun Mashed potatoes 1 cup Cook covered in microwavable casserole stir once 3 to 31 2 minutes halfway through cooking ae eS ce OA 4 cups 6 to 6 2 minutes Baked beans Cook covered in microwavable casserole stir once 1 cup 9 2 to 2 2 minutes halfway through cooking Ravioli or Cook covered in microwavable casserole stir once pasta in sauce halfway through cooking 1 cup 9 2 to 3 minutes 4 cups 9 7 to 8 minutes Rice i Cook covered in microwavable casserole stir once 1 cup 9 1 to 1 2 minutes halfway thro
40. can be changed any time before or after touching START 1 Touch COOK 1 2 Touch Number Pads for new time 3 Touch START Cook 1 cycle will continue cooking for the new time Cooking at lower cook powers For best results some recipes call for lower Cook Powers The lower the Cook Power the slower the cooking Each Number Pad also stands for a different percentage of Cook Power Many recipes in the Cooking Guide tell you by number which Cook Power to use Recipes in other books and magazines may tell you by name HI MED LO etc or percentage 10 50 80 etc The following chart gives the percentage of Cook Power each Number Pad stands for and Cook Power name usually used 2 zZ D lt D 5 Bo gt m m z automatic 100 of full power HIGH 9 90 of full power 8 80 of full power 7 70 of full power MED HIGH 6 60 of full power 5 50 of full power MED 4 40 of full power 3 30 of full power MED LOW 2 20 of full power 1 10 of full power LOW 0 TIMER fan and light will be off 1 Put food in the oven and close the door ATP COOrs COOK 2 Touch COOK 1 The COOK 1 Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show four O s 3 Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want The Display will show the numbers you touched in the order you touched them This wan example shows 7 minutes 30 seconds AUTO COOK KEEP SET 1 QUICK COOK
41. ce box on 2 paper towels After cooking let stand 2 minutes 16 0z 82 92 minutes Onions Fresh whole pearl HIGH 10 oz pkg 412 512 minutes Fresh chopped 2 minutes 8 02 HIGH 2 medium 4 5 minutes Parsnips Fresh sliced HIGH 1 Ib 52 62 minutes Pea pods Frozen HIGH 1 02 2 3V2 minutes 2 minutes Peas and Carrots Fresh HIGH 10 oz 5 6 minutes 59 VEGETABLE COOKING TABLE continued Vegetables Cooking Time Special Instructions Peas black eyed Place peas and 2 tablespoons water in 12 quart covered Frozen HIGH microwavable casserole Stir halfway through cooking 16 o2 9 10 minutes Let stand covered 2 minutes Peas green Place shelled peas and 2 tablespoons water in 12 quart Fresh HIGH covered microwavable casserole Stir halfway through 1 Ib 4 cups 11 13 minutes cooking Let stand covered 2 minutes Frozen HIGH Remove outer wrapping from box or pouch Place box on 2 9 oz pouch 3 4 minutes paper towels Pierce pouch with fork and place in 1 2 quart microwavable casserole After cooking let stand 2 minutes Frozen HIGH 10 oz 32 42 minutes Potatoes sweet Place potatoes and 2 tablespoons water in 12 quart cut up microwavable covered casserole Stir halfway through 6 8 oz each HIGH cooking Let stand covered 2 minutes 3 medium 62 7 Ve minutes Whole Pierce potatoes several times with fork Place in circle on 2 6 8 oz each HIGH paper towels Turn over potatoes and rear
42. cken Broiler fryer cut up 21 2 to 3 pounds Breasts 112 to 2 pounds 2 whole Weight Gis Defrosting Method Set Quick Defrost for 11 00 minutes After 6 00 minutes of defrosting separate the pieces Set Quick Defrost for 7 00 minutes turning once Separate pieces before standing time Cornish Hens 1 1 pounds 2 1 pounds each Duckling Whole Fish and Seafood Fish Fillets 1 pound block Place pouitry breast down Set Quick Defrost for 6 00 minutes After 3 00 minutes of defrosting turn hen breast up Place hens breast down Set Quick Defrost for 10 00 minutes After 5 00 minutes of defrosting turn hens breast up Remove duckling from package place breast down Set Quick Defrost for 20 00 minutes After 10 00 minutes of defrosting turn breast up Leave fish in packaging Set Quick Defrost for 4 30 minutes turning fish over once Separate fillets before standing time if possible Some fish varieties require up to 20 minutes total standing time to separate 2 pounds 2 1 pound blocks Shirmp 12 ounces Leave fish in packaging Set Quick Defrost for 9 00 minutes turning fish over once Separate fillets before standing time if possible Some fish varieties require up to 20 minutes total standing time to separate Set Quick Defrost for 2 30 minutes Set Quick Defrost for 2 00 minutes After 1 00 minute of defrosting separate Set Quick Defrost for 3 00
43. crowave Cooking Quantity The greater the volume of food the longer it takes to cook it In general cooking time is increased by almost 50 percent when doubling a recipe Time is reduced by approximately 40 per cent when cutting a recipe in half Density Light porous food such as cakes and breads cook more quickly than Reavy dense food such as roasts potatoes and casseroles Height Whether conventional or microwave cooking methods are used areas of food close to the energy source may need to be turned over or shielded for even cooking Shape and Size For more even cooking results choose food pieces that are similar in size and shape Arrange small thin pieces toward the center of the dish and thicker pieces toward the outside of the dish Sugar Fat and Salt Food with high sugar fat and salt content cooks faster than food low in these elements 40 4 Special Techniques in Microwave Cooking Browning Meat and poultry with high fat content that are cooked 10 to 15 minutes or longer will brown lightly Food that is cooked for a shorter period of time may be brushed with a browning agent to achieve an appealing color The most commonly used browning sauces are Worcestershire sauce soy sauce and barbecue sauce Covering A cover traps heat and steam causing the food to cook more quickly You may either use a lid or plastic wrap with a corner folded back to vent the excess steam Recipes calling for covered micr
44. cules to vibrate 2 450 million times per second This is called absorption As the water molecules vibrate they rub against each other producing friction This friction in turn causes the food to get hot If you have trouble imagining how this is possible just think how hot your hands would get if you rubbed your palms together 2 450 million times per second A very safe appliance Your microwave oven is one of the safest of all home appliances When the door is opened the oven automatically stops producing microwaves By the time microwave energy has been converted into heat in the process of making food hot the microwaves have com pletely dissipated Reflection Transmission 2 Getting the Best Results From Your Microwave Oven Keeping an eye on things The recipes in this book have been formulated with great care but your success in preparing them depends on how much attention you pay to the food as it cooks Your micro wave oven is equipped with a light that turns on automatically when the oven is in operation You can see inside the oven and check the progress of your food Directions given in recipes to stir rotate etc should be thought of as the minimum steps recommended for even cooking and speed in the microwave Factors affecting cooking time The cooking times given in the recipes in this book are approxi mate Many factors affect cooking times The tem perature of ingredients used in a recip
45. cup raisins 14 cup molasses 3 4 cup flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 4 teaspoon baking soda 14 teaspoon ground cinnamon 14 teaspoon salt 1 can 16 ounces peach halves drained 1 package 8 ounces cream cheese softened 14 Cup sugar 2 eggs 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 graham cracker crust 3 cups miniature marshmallows 12 cup milk 12 cup maraschino cherries drained and chopped 1 4 cup cherry liqueur 1 cup whipping cream whipped 1 9 inch baked chocolate cookie crumb crust whipped cream marschino cherry halves Banana Bread 1 Combine baking mix brown sugar flour and nutmeg in a mixing bowl stir to blend Combine milk egg and banana in a mixing bowl and add to dry mixture stir only until dry ingredients are moistened Stir in dates and nuts Pour bat ter into a waxed paper lined 9x5x3 inch microwavable loaf dish 2 Cook 10 to 11 minutes at Power Level 7 shield corners with foil halfway through cooking When done top will appear moist and wooden pick inserted near center will come out clean Let stand covered with waxed paper on a flat surface for 5 minutes Remove from dish and peel off waxed paper Cool on rack Makes 1 loaf Bran Muffins 1 Beat milk and egg together in a mixing bowl stir in bran cereal and let stand 1 minute Stir in oil raisins and molasses Add flour baking powder baking soda cinna mon and salt stir only until dry ingredients ar
46. d 3 4 Ibs MEAT COOKING TABLE continued Power Cooking Level Time 10 11 minutes per pound RARE 135 F 11 13 minutes per pound MEDIUM 155 F 12 14 minutes per pound WELL 165 F Rump roast rolled 3 4 Ibs Sirloin tip roast 3 4 Ibs Veal cutlets about 1 Ib 4 pieces LAMB Lamb roast rolled bonetess 3 4 Ibs Lamb stew cubes 2 Ibs 16 18 minutes per pound RARE 135 F 18 20 minutes per pound MEDIUM 155 F 9 11 minutes per pound RARE 135 F 11 13 minutes per pound MEDIUM 155 F 7 8 minutes per pound 12 13 minutes per pound RARE 135 F 13 14 minutes per pound MEDIUM 145 F 15 16 minutes per pound WELL 155 F 10 minutes 30 minutes per pound Special Instructions Place roast fat side down on microwavable roast rack Add desired seasonings and cover with waxed paper Turn over meat halfway through cooking and shield if necessary Let stand covered with foil 15 minutes Temperature may rise about 10 F Place roast fat side down on microwavable roast rack Add desired seasonings and cover with waxed paper Turn over meat halfway through cooking and shield if necessary Let stand covered with foil 15 minutes Remove roast from microwave when desired temperature is reached Temperature may rise about 10 F Place roast fat side down on microwavable roast rack Add desired seasonings and cover with waxed paper
47. d HIGH 8 oz 412 512 minutes 3 cups Place sliced leeks and 2 tablespoons water in 1 quayt microwavable covered casserole Stir halfway throdgh cooking Let stand covered 2 minutes Mixed Vegetables Frozen HIGH Remove outer wrapping from box Place box on 2 paper towels After cooking let stand 2 minutes 10 oz 6 7 minutes Mushrooms Fresh sliced 2 Ib 1 Ib HIGH 212 312 minutes 42 52 minutes Place sliced mushrooms in 1 to 1 quart covered microwavable casserole Stir halfway through cooking As soon as mushrooms begin to darken remove and let stand covered 2 minutes Okra Frozen whole 10 oz Frozen sliced HIGH 7 8 minutes HIGH Remove outer wrapping from box Place box on 2 paper towels After cooking let stand 2 minutes Place okra and 2 tablespoons water in 2 quart covered microwavable casserole Stir halfway through cooking Let stand covered 2 minutes Place peeled onions and 2 tablespoons water in 1 quart covered microwavable casserole Stir halfway through cooking Cook until onions are translucent Let stand Place parsnips and 2 tablespoons water in 112 quart microwavable covered casserole Stir halfway through cooking Cook until fork tender Let stand covered 2 minutes Remove pouch from box Pierce pouch with fork Place in 1 quart microwavable casserole After cooking let stand Remove outer wrapping from box Pla
48. d touch START to continue the cycle if no additional time is needed OR Cc 2 lop 4 O Cc J oO D oO P lt m oO lt m Touch in new instructions for additional defrost ing time Using Your Microwave Oven Continued EEP QUICK auto coo coor KEEP DEFROST QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK COOK KEEP SET 2 WARM QUICH COOK DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK KEEP COOK SET 1 WARM ZEB QUICK COOR DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK KEEP SET D wanm OuIcK COOK DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK ser warn POWER QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER auTO COOK KEEP SET 1 WARM QuicK COOK DEFROST POWER 18 Cooking automatically after defrosting The controls can be set so the microwave oven goes automatically from defrosting to the Cook cycle you have touched in 1 Put food in the oven and close the door 2 Touch QUICK DEFROST The QUICK DE FROST Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show four O s 3 Touch Number Pads for the defrosting time you want The Display will show the numbers you touched in the order you touched them This example shows 2 minutes 30 seconds 4 Touch COOK 1 The COOK 1 Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show four 0 s 5 Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want The Display will show the numbers you touched in the order you touched them This example shows 4 minutes 30 seconds 6 Select a Cook Power To cook at
49. dependent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry e Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer or Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action When requesting assistance please provide model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request Cooking Guide INTRODUCTION 1 How Your Microwave Oven Works Microwaves are a form of energy similar to radio and television waves Your microwave oven is con structed in such a way as to take advantage of microwave energy Electricity is converted into microwave energy by the magnetron tube and microwaves are then sent into the cooking area through openings at the top of the oven Micro waves reflect off the metal walls of the oven Since microwaves do not penetrate metal cooking uten sils made of metal are not used for cooking in the microwave They can neither reflect nor absorb the microwaves The microwaves can however be transmited through glass paper wicker and microwavable cooking dishes Microwaves do not heat the cookware though vessels will eventually teel hot from the heat generated by the food Micro waves are attracted to the moisture in foods and cause the water mole
50. e Brush with butter or browning agent and seasonings if desired Cover with waxed paper Cook until no longer pink and juices run clear Let stand covered 5 minutes Whole 5 13 14 minutes Wash and dry poultry Place breast side down on 3 312 Ibs per pound microwavable roast rack Brush with butter or browning agent and seasoning if desired Cover with waxed paper Cook 1 of estimated time Turn breast side up brush on butter or browning agent Replace waxed paper Cook 1 of estimated time again Shield if necessary Cook remaining s of estimated time or until no longer pink and juices run clear Let stand covered with foil 10 minutes Temperature may rise about 10 F Temperature in thigh should be 180 F 185 F when done 52 Poultry TURKEY Breast boneless 2 3 Ibs Breast whole POULTRY COOKING TABLE continued Power Level Cooking Time 18 20 minutes per pound 165 F 4 minutes Special Instructions Place thawed turkey breast on microwaveable roast rack Cover with waxed paper Cook 1s of estimated time Turn breast over Replace waxed paper Cook a of estimated time again Turn breast over Shield if necessary Cook remaining 1 of estimated time or until no longer pink and juices run clear Remove from microwave when desired temperature is reached Let stand covered with foil 10 minutes Temperature may rise about 10 F Temperature in breast should be 170 F before serving
51. e 1 cup of water in a 2 cup glass measure and cook uncovered 21 2 to 3 2 minutes at Power Level 10 or until boiling instant Coffee Place 6 ounces of water in a microwavable cup or mug Cook uncovered 2 to 21 2 minutes at Power Level 10 or until hot Stir in coffee crystals Hot Cocoa Place 1 or 2 teaspoons each of cocoa powder and sugar in an 8 ounce mug Gradually add 6 ounces of milk stirring to blend Cook un covered 2 to 3 minutes at Power Level 8 or until hot stirring once NOTE For safe heating of liquids in a microwave oven see Operating Safety Precautions on page 34 Heating Syrup or Honey Place in a glass pitcher and cook uncovered at Power Level 10 until warm Stir once One cup syrup or honey will take 2 to 3 minutes Melting Butter or Margarine Place butter or margarine in a custard cup or glass measuring cup Cook uncovered at Power Level 10 until melted Softening Butter Margarine or Cream Cheese Unwrap and place on a serving plate Cook un covered at Power Level 1 checking at 20 second intervals Melting Chocolate Squares and Chocolate Pieces Place in a custard cup or glass bowl and cook uncovered at Power Level 7 One square of unsweetened chocolate or 1 cup of chocolate pieces will take 3 to 4 minutes Two squares of unsweetened chocolate or 2 cups of chocolate pieces will take 4 to 6 minutes Stir until smooth Melting Caramels Combine one 14 ounce pack age of caramels and 2 tablesp
52. e makes a big difference in the cooking time For example a cake made with cold butter milk and eggs will take con siderably longer to bake than one made with ingre dients that are at room temperature Range of cooking times Most of the recipes in this book give a range of cooking times In general you will find that the food remains undercooked at the lower end of the time range You may sometimes want to cook your food beyond the maximum time given Personal preferences vary as do the cooking speeds of different ovens under different condi tions While undercooked food may always be cooked a bit more overcooked food can be ruined Absorption 39 K lt j ce m m ja N m a Oo m jan D gt n lt a ive Ho gt i m e o QO i o 0 m Some of the recipes particularly those for breads cakes and meats suggest that food be removed from the oven when it is still slightly under cooked This is not a mistake When allowed to stand the food will continue to cook outside the oven as the heat trapped within the outer portions of the food gradually travels inward If the food is left in the oven until it is cooked all the way through the outer portions will become overcooked As you gain experience in using your microwave oven you will become increasingly skillful in estimating both cooking and standing times for various foods 3 How Characteristics of Foods Affect Mi
53. e moistened Place 2 paper liners in each microwavable muffin ring cup Fill each cup two thirds full about 3 tablespoons 2 Cook uncovered 2 to 3 minutes at Power Level 7 Remove muffins to a rack Let stand 2 minutes Makes 6 muffins Peachy Cheesecake 1 Puree peaches in blender or food processor Add remain ing ingredients except pie crust blend until smooth 2 Pour mixture into crust Cook uncovered 191 to 20 minutes at Power Level 7 or until center is almost set Cool Chill 3 hours or overnight Makes 6 to 8 servings Cherry Cordial Pie 1 Combine marshmallows and milk in a 2 quart microwav able casserole Cook uncovered 1 to 1 minutes at Power Level 10 or until marshmallows melt and puff stir until smooth Add chopped cherries and liqueur blend thoroughly Cool to room temperature about 30 minutes 2 Fold whipped cream into marshmallow mixture and spoon filling into prepared crumb crust Refrigerate 4 hours Garnish with whipped cream and maraschino cherry halves Makes 1 pie 65 3 4 cup milk 2 eggs 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons grated lemon peel 12 teaspoon vanilla extract pinch of salt ground nutmeg 1 4 cup butter or margarine 1 package 3 4 ounces instant vanilla pudding 1 teaspoon cinnamon 3 eggs slightly beaten 3 cups milk 1 can 8 4 ounces crushed pineapple undrained 12 cup flaked coconut 1 teaspoon rum extract optional 8 slices white bread French bread
54. e power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage See Installation Instructions e Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit breaker box e Have you checked the electric company for a power failure If the microwave oven will not run e is the oven being used as a timer e Is the door firmly closed and latched e Did you touch START Did you follow the directions exactly If the microwave cooking times seem too long Is the electric supply to your home or wall outlets low or lower than normal Your electric company can tell you if the line voltage is low Your electrician or service technician can tell you if the outlet voltage is low e Is the Cook Power at the recommended setting e Are you allowing for more time when cooking more food at one time If the Display shows a time counting down but the oven is not cooking Is the oven door closed completely e Have you set the controls as a minute timer Is the oven in standing time between QUICK DEFROST and COOK 1 See page 17 If you do not hear the programming tone e is the command correct e Has the tone been cancelled See page 10 If the fan seems to be running slower than usual e Has the oven been stored in a cold area The fan will run slower until the oven warms up to normal room temperature If there has been a power interruption the Display will show 88 88 Reset the clock See page 11 2 If you ne
55. ected if you are using a Cook Power other than HIGH When the Auto Set ends End will show on the Display and 4 beeps will sound You can stop the beeping by opening the door or by touching CANCEL End will remain on the Display and a reminder tone will sound every 30 seconds to remind you that food is left in the oven until the door is opened or CANCEL is touched The Display will then show the time of day 15 Using Your Microwave Oven Continued AUTO COOK COOK SET 1 2 QUICK DEFROST QUICK COOK OEFROST POWER AUTO COOR KEEP SET 1 WARM QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK COOK KEEP SET 1 2 WARM QUICK COOR DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK SET 1 QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER 7 LE Changing the preprogrammed setting You can change the preprogrammed cooking time and Cook Power in AUTO SET to the time and power you most often use To change the AUTO SET setting follow these steps 1 Touch AUTO SET twice 2 Touch the Number Pads for the new desired cooking time If HIGH Cook Power is desired skip to Step 5 Touch COOK POWER 4 Touch the Number Pad for the desired Cook Power 5 Touch AUTO SET Touch CANCEL The oven will remember that time and Cook Power for future use w NOTE If electric power ever goes off the oven will go back to the preprogrammed 2 minutes 30 seconds at HIGH Cook Power setting Defrosting Use QUICK DEFROST to thaw frozen food before cooking For suggest
56. ected above Shrimp shelled 4 to 5 minutes Lobster tail 4 to 5 minutes Cut hard shell down middle with knife Grasp tail with both hands and open flat Place flesh side up in 8x8x2 inch square glass baking dish Cook covered with waxed paper Let stand covered 2 minutes 54 4 Orange Roughy fillets 1 to 11 4 pound 12 cup dry white wine 3 tablespoons butter or margarine cut into 14 inch slices 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion 1 4 teaspoon ground black pepper 12 cup butter or margarine cut into pieces 1 4 cup finely chopped parsley 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 2 to 21 2 pounds whole whitefish cleaned Poached Fish Fillets 1 Arrange fillets with thicker piece to the outside in a 2 quart microwavable baking dish Pour wine over fillets Dot with butter Sprinkle with onion and pepper 2 Cook covered with waxed paper 31 to 5 2 minutes at Power Level 10 or until fish flakes easily when tested with fork Let stand covered 5 minutes Makes 4 servings Baked Whitefish Meuniere 1 Combine butter parsley and lemon juice in a 1 2 quart microwavable baking dish Cook uncovered 1 to 2 minutes at Power Level 10 or until butter is melted stir once 2 Place fish in baking dish and turn to coat with butter mixture Cover with plastic wrap vent Cook 10 to 11 mintes at Power Level 7 or until fish flakes easily when tested with fork turn fish over after 5 minutes cooking L
57. ed assistance Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number Dial free from anywhere in the U S 1 800 253 1301 38 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area if you prefer write to Mr Donald Skinner Director of Consumer Relations Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide network of Whi 1 authorized Whirlpool Ir o service companies SERVICE Whirlpool service techni cians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SEAVICE amp REPAIR OR WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES AUTHORIZED WHIRLPOOL SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE 999 9999 ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS 4 If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of in
58. ed defrost times see the guide behind the oven door 1 Put frozen food in the oven and close the door 2 Touch QUICK DEFROST The QUICK DEFROST Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show four O s 3 Touch Number Pads for the defrosting time you want The Display will show the numbers you touched in the order you touched them This example shows 2 minutes 30 seconds 4 Touch START The QUICK DEFROST Indicator Light will stay on to show that the oven is in the Quick Defrost cycle The Display counts down the time to show how much defrosting time is left When the defrost time ends End will show on the Display and 4 beeps will sound You can stop the beeping by opening the door or by touching CANCEL End will remain on the Display and a reminder tone will sound every 30 seconds to remind you that food is left in the oven until the door is opened or CANCEL is touched The Display will then show the time of day Using PAUSE with QUICK DEFROST If the defrosting instructions call for stirring or turning over the food in the middle of the defrost cycle program PAUSE after QUICK DEFROST See pages 24 25 for more information Standing time after defrosting For best results allow the food to stand for a while after defrosting This helps equalize the tempera ture of the food to provide more even defrosting When COOK 1 follows QUICK DEFROST the oven automatically provides a standing time equal to t
59. eque flavor Cooking Poultry Tips amp Techniques e Defrost poultry completely before cooking e Arrange poultry so that thicker pieces face the outside of the baking dish If cooking legs arrange them like spokes of wheels e Cover the baking dish with waxed paper to minimize spattering e Turn over both whole poultry and poultry pieces to ensure even cooking e Drain and discard juices as they accumulate e Shield thin or bony pieces with small strips of aluminum foil to prevent over cooking Keep foil at least one inch from oven walls and other pieces of foil e Use a browning agent or cook with a sauce to give browned appearance e Cook poultry until no longer pink and juices run clear Temperatures in thigh meat should be 185 F when done Let stand covered with foil 10 minutes POULTRY COOKING TABLE Poultry Special Instructions CHICKEN Breasts boneless 6 612 minutes Wash and dry poultry Remove skin and place 1 half breast per pound breasts thickest portion to outside in 4 5 02 microwavable baking dish Brush with butter or 1 whole breast 51 6 minutes browning agent and seasonings if desired Cover 10 12 oz per pound with waxed paper Cook until no longer pink and juices run clear Let stand covered 3 minutes 2 whole breasts 5 6 minutes 20 24 oz per pound Cut up fryer 5 6 minutes Wash and dry poultry Place pieces in single layer 212 3 Ibs per pound in microwavable baking dish with thicker pieces to the outsid
60. er cycle programmed to follow 1 Touch PAUSE 2 Touch START The microwave oven will stop automatically after the cycle in operation You will hear 2 beeps START must be touched to continue with the next cycle 25 Cc we fp lt i Cc Bs oO PS i gt mn i lt m Using Your Microwave Oven Continued 26 AUTO COOK SET D Using KEEP WARM Hot cooked foods can be safely kept warm in your microwave oven for up to 99 minutes 99 seconds about 1 hour 40 minutes KEEP WARM can be used by itself or it can automatically follow a Cook cycle 1 Put cooked hot food in oven and close door 2 Touch KEEP WARM The KEEP WARM Indicator Light will come on The Display will show the time of day 3 Touch START The KEEP WARM Indicator Light will stay on The oven light and the fan will come on The Display will continue to show the time of day KEEP WARM operates for up to 99 minutes 99 seconds e Opening the oven door cancels KEEP WARM Close the door and touch KEEP WARM then START if additional KEEP WARM time is desired Foods cooked covered should be covered during KEEP WARM e Pastry items pies turnovers etc should be uncovered during KEEP WARM e Complete meals kept warm on a dinner plate should be covered during KEEP WARM e The use of more than one complete KEEP WARM about 1 hour 40 minutes is not recommended The quality of some foods will suffe
61. et stand covered 5 minutes Makes 3 to 4 servings 55 o o x zZ D fep m CAKES amp PIES Make your very next cake or pie in the microwave Not only do they cook in half the time but they are deli cious Cakes are superior in texture height and lightness to conventional ones Pie crust comes out extra flaky i Microwave Cakes amp Pies Tips amp Techniques e When making pie fillings slightly reduce the amount of liquid given in the conventional recipe e Pastry will not brown but it does come out extra flaky To add color brush prepared shell with vanilla extract before cooking e All pies should be cooked in a microwavable pie plate Prick pastry before cooking To check the bottom of the crust should look opaque and dry Crumb crusts work well in the microwave e Because microwave cooked cakes rise much higher than those conventionally baked fill dish only half full Cakes are done when a toothpick inserted near the center of the layer comes out clean There may be some moist spots on top immediately after removing from the oven These will disappear during the stand time e Angel food cake chiffon cake and cream puffs need dry heat so bake in a conventional oven for best results CONVENIENCE CAKES AND MIXES COOKING TABLE Power Cooking Level Time 7 14 15 minutes 7 5 6 minutes 7 10 12 minutes Cakes amp Mixes Special Instructions Brownie Mix 23 6 oz
62. freezer in the morning for an evening meal Defrosting techniques and fast cooking eliminate all these meal planning roadblocks Cooking Meat Tips amp Techniques e Defrost meat completely before cooking o Trim off excess fat e Place meat fat side down on microwavable roast rack e Turn over halfway through cooking to ensure even cooking e Arrange meat so thicker portions are toward outside of dish e Drain juices as they accumulate to minimize spattering and avoid undercooking bottom of meat e Shield thin or bony portions with strips of foil to prevent overcooking Keep foil at least one inch from oven walls and do not cover more than one third of the meat at any one time e Cover meat with waxed paper to prevent spattering e Let meat stand covered with foil 10 to 15 minutes after removing from microwave Internal temperature of meat may rise 5 F to 15 F during standing time e Use oven cooking bags for less tender cuts of meat MEAT COOKING TABLE Power Cooking Special instructions BEEF Corned beef Place corned beef in 3 quart microwavable 3 Ibs 15 minutes casserole Pour 1 cup water and desired then seasonings over corned beef Cook covered Turn over beef during cooking Shield thinner ends with foil Cook until fork tender Let stand covered 15 minutes Thinly slice beef diagonally across grain 25 30 minutes per pound Place cubes in 22 quart microwavable casserole Pour 1 cup water or broth over cubes
63. he time touched in for QUICK DEFROST COOK 1 will begin after the automatic standing time See Cooking automatically after defrosting page 18 For a different standing time 1 Touch QUICK DEFROST and the desired time 2 Touch COOK 2 3 Touch Number Pads for the desired standing time 4 Touch COOK POWER 5 Touch 0 for zero Cook Power 6 Touch START When QUICK DEFROST is over the oven will shut off Two beeps will sound The Display will count down the new standing time programmed About the Quick Defrost cycle The microwave oven automatically divides the time set for the Quick Defrost cycle into three equal parts First part 80 of full Cook Power Second part 50 of full Cook Power Third part 20 of full Cook Power This automatic step down in Cook Power helps defrost food quickly and completely Changing or adding defrost time You can change the defrosting time any time before or after touching START 1 Touch QUICK DEFROST 2 Touch Number Pads for new time 3 Touch START Any new time setting made while Quick Defrost is operating will continue the defrosting at only 20 of full power The best time to change the setting is near the end of the Quick Defrost cycle 1 Open the door 2 Check the food with a long tined fork if center area is hard frozen set additional time Re member that standing time is necessary to complete defrosting 3 Close the door an
64. horized modifications made to the appliance nm 900 WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange If you need service first see the Service and Assistance section of this book After checking Service and Assistance additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S Registered Trademark SM Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation Part No 3B73648B 4358196 1991 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in Korea
65. in marshmal lows Cook uncovered 3 to 414 minutes at Power Level 6 or until marshmallows are softened stir twice Blend until smooth 2 Stir rice cereal into marshmallow mixture Press into buttered 8x8x2 inch microwavable baking dish Let stand until cool and set Cut into squares Makes about 25 squares Irish Coffee 1 Combine water instant coffee and sugar in an 8 ounce microwavable coffee cup Cook uncovered 1 to 1 2 minutes at Power Level 10 or until hot 2 Stir in whiskey and garnish with whipped cream Makes about 1 cup APPENDIX REHEATING To heat or reheat successfully in the microwave it is important to follow several guidelines Measure the amount of food in order to determine the time needed to reheat Arrange the food in a circular pattern for best results Room temperature food will heat faster than refrigerated food Canned foods should be taken out of the can and placed in a microwavable container The food will heat more evenly if covered with a microwava ble lid or plastic wrap vented Remove cover carefully to prevent steam burns Use the following chart as a guide for reheating cooked food Cook Hem Time Special Instructions Sliced meat 3 slices 30 to 60 seconds Place sliced meat on microwavable plate Cover 2 inch thick with plastic wrap and vent NOTE Gravy or sauce helps to keep meat juicy Chicken pieces Place chicken pieces on microw
66. ing Read all instructions before using the micro wave oven Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCES SIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found on page 4 e This appliance must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded outlet See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS found on page 31 Install or locate this appliance only in accor dance with the provided Installation Instruc tions found on page 30 Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example closed glass jars may explode and should not be heated in this oven 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 indus trial or laboratory use As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped Electrical shock fire or other hazards may result This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Call an authorized Whirlpool service company for examination repair or adjustment Do not cover or block any opening on the appli ance Fire may result Do not store or use this appliance outdoors Do not use this product near water for example near a kitchen sink in a wet base
67. inserted near center will come out clean Let stand 2 minutes Remove cupcakes to rack Repeat with remaining batter 12 2 minutes 2 22 minutes Prepare as directed on package Pour batter into waxed paper lined 9x5x3 inch microwavable loaf dish Shield corners with foil halfway through cooking When done top will appear moist and wooden pick inserted near center will come out clean Let stand covered with waxed paper on flat surface 5 minutes Remove from dish and carefully peel off waxed paper Cool on rack 10 11 minutes Date Bread Mix 17 oz 7 Muffins 13 oz 7 1 cup chopped dried apricots 1 cup raisins or dried currants 1 cup slivered almonds 34 cup candied cherries halved 3 4 cup candied pineapple 3 4 cup flour 34 cup packed dark brown sugar 12 cup shortening 3 eggs 2 tablespoons rum or brandy 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 4 teaspoon almond extract 12 teaspoon ground nutmeg or mace 12 teaspoon baking powder 12 teaspoon salt Prepare as directed on package Place 2 paper liners in each microwavable muffin ring cup Fill each cup two thirds full with batter about 3 tablespoons When done tops will appear moist and wooden pick inserted near center will come out clean Let stand 2 minutes Remove muffins to rack Repeat with remaining batter 212 3 minutes Fruitcake 1 Line a 10 to 12 cup microwavable tube dish with paper towels set aside 2 Combine ingredients in a mixi
68. is an internationally recognized method of rating microwave wattage output and does not represent an actual change to output power or cooking performance m Using Your Microwave Oven Continued AUTO COOK COOK SET 1 QuicK COOK Of FROST POWEA auTO COON SET QUILA DEFROST AuTO COOK SET 1 QUICK DEFROST AUTO COOK COOK SET 1 7 QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER 12 Cooking at high cook power Follow these steps to cook at HIGH power 1 Put food in the oven and close the door 2 Touch COOK 1 The COOK 1 Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show four O s 3 Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want The Display will show the numbers you touched in the order you touched them The example shows 1 minute 30 seconds 4 Touch START The oven will automatically cook at HIGH Cook Power The COOK 1 Indicator Light will stay on to show that the oven is cooking in the first cycle The Display counts down the time to show how much time is left in the first cycle When the cooking time ends End will show on the Display and 4 beeps will sound You can stop the beeping by opening the door or by touching CANCEL End will remain on the Display and a reminder tone will sound every 30 seconds to remind you that food is left in the oven until the door is opened or CANCEL is touched The Display will then show the time of day Changing the cooking time Cooking time
69. ment or near a swimming pool and the like Do not immerse cord or plug in water Electrical shock may result e Keep cord away from heated surfaces Electri cal shock may result Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter Electrical shock may result See door surface and interior cleaning instruc tions on page 32 e To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity Do not overcook food Carefully attend appliance if paper plastic or other combust ible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking Paper can char or burn and some plastics can melt if used when heating foods Do not deep fry in oven Test dinnerware or cookware before using See page 37 Some dishes mela mine Centura etc absorb microwave energy becoming too hot to handle and slowing cooking times Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags before plac ing bag in oven Cooking in metal containers not designed for microwave use can damage the oven as can containers with hidden metal twist ties foil lining staples metallic glaze or trim If materials inside the oven should ignite keep oven door closed turn oven off and disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel Do not use the cavity for storage purposes Do not leave paper products cooking uten sils or food in the cavity when not in use e Read and follow OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS starting on
70. minutes Frozen leaf HIGH 10 oz 62 72 minutes 60 Vegetables Squash spaghetti Fresh 2 3 Ibs 1 medium whole Cooking Time HIGH 11 12 minutes VEGETABLE COOKING TABLE continued seeds from center Pierce squash several times with fork Place squash on 2 paper towels Turn over several times during cooking Let stand 2 minutes Cut in half Remove fibrous strands and Special Instructions o o Z z a D m Succotash Remove outer wrapping from box Place box on 2 paper Frozen HIGH towels After cooking let stand 2 minutes 10 oz 5 6 minutes Turnips Pierce turnips through waxy coating several times with fork Fresh HIGH Place on paper towel Remove halfway through cooking Cut 1 Ib 9 10 minutes into quarters peel and dice Place diced turnips and 2 tablespoons water into 1 2 quart microwavable covered casserole After cooking let stand covered 2 minutes Zucchini Place zucchini and 2 tablespoons water in 1 2 quart Fresh sliced HIGH microwavable covered casserole Stir halfway through 1 Ib 7 8 minutes cooking Lel stand covered 2 minutes 4 cups Fresh whole HIGH Pierce zucchini several times with fork Place on 2 paper 1 Ib 6 7 minutes towels Turn zucchini over and rearrange halfway through cooking Let stand 2 minutes Frozen sliced HIGH Remove outer wrapping from box Place box on 2 paper 16 oz 7 8 minutes towels After cooking let s
71. ng automatically after defrosting Touch COOK 1 to set the first Cook cycle when cooking at more than one Cook Power This Command Pad is also the first pad touched when setting the Minute Timer or a delayed start time See pages 12 13 18 20 27 and 28 for more information COOK 2 Touch this pad to set the second Cook cycle when cooking at more than one Cook Power Also use this pad to change standing time and to set the Cook cycle after a delayed start time has been set with COOK 1 See pages 17 20 and 28 for more information QUICK DEFROST Touch this pad followed by Number Pads to thaw frozen food before cooking See pages 16 17 for more information COOK POWER Touch this pad followed by a Number Pad to set the amount of micro wave energy released to cook the food The higher the number the higher the power or heat See page 13 for more information See Cooking Guide on page 39 for specific Cook Powers to use for the foods you are cooking KEEP WARM Touch this pad to keep food warm for up to 99 minutes 99 seconds See page 26 for more information PAUSE Touch this pad when you want the oven to pause between Cook cycles Pausing between cycles gives you time to stir turn over or rearrange the food or to add ingredients See pages 23 25 for more information CLOCK SET Touch this pad followed by Number Pads to set time of day See pages 10 11 for more information Number Pads Touch a
72. ng bowl blend thoroughly Pour batter into prepared pan Cook covered with paper towel 12 to 13 minutes at Power Level 7 or until cake pulls away from the sides of the pan Let stand 15 minutes on a flat surface before inverting onto a rack to cool To store wrap in foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate no longer than 4 weeks Makes 1 cake 57 VEGETABLES VEGETABLE COOKING TABLE Vegetables Beets Fresh 1 Ib Broccoli Fresh spears 1 Ib Frozen chopped 10 oz Frozen spears 10 oz Cooking Time HIGH 1412 1512 minutes HIGH 5 6 minutes HIGH 6 7 minutes HIGH 512 6 minutes Special Instructions Place beets and cup water in 1 2 quart microwavable covered casserole Rearrange halfway through cooking Cook until beets pierce easily with fork Let stand covered 2 minutes Peel after cooking Place broccoli in single layer in 2 quart baking dish with flowerets toward center of dish Add 2 tablespoons water Cover with plastic wrap and vent Cook until tender crisp Let stand covered 2 minutes Remove outer wrapping from box Place on 2 paper towels After cooking let stand 2 minutes Brussels Sprouts Fresh 1 Ib 3 4 cups Frozen 10 oz Cabbage Fresh chopped 1 Ib 1 medium Wedges 1 Ib 1 medium HIGH 52 62 minutes HIGH 52 612 minutes HIGH 612 712 minutes HIGH 612 712 minutes Place Brussels sprouts and 2 tablespoons water in 2 quart microwable c
73. ngredients during cooking Your microwave oven can be set to pause between COOK 1 and COOK 2 between AUTO SET and a following cycle between QUICK DEFROST and a following cycle except COOK 1 or during QUICK DEFROST This gives you time to stir casseroles turn over meat or rearrange potatoes food or to add ingredients PAUSE is not available between any cycle and KEEP WARM or after QUICK DEFROST om u2 a ep lt Oo Cc mo oc J oO D lt m fom lt m Z 1 Put food in the oven and close the oven door 2 Touch in the desired cooking instructions for COOK 1 page 20 Ba Ser SOO 3 Touch PAUSE The COOK 1 Indicator Light will be on and the Display will show PAUS 4 Touch in the desired cooking instructions for COOK 2 see page 20 QUICK OEFROST eae Sa 5 Touch START The Display will show the time you selected for Cook 1 When Cook 1 is over 2 beeps will sound and the oven will shut off The Display will show PAUS QUICK OEFROST AUTO COOK COOK SET 1 2 The COOK 2 Indicator Light will come on Open the door stir turn over or rearrange the food or add ingredients Close the door Touch START to continue with Cook 2 vEFROST rower NOTE The oven will remain off until you touch START 23 Using Your Microwave Oven Continued QUICK DEFROST 24 AUTO COOK COOK KEEP SET t f WARM QUICK COOR DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK KEEP SET 1 WARM QUI
74. ngular shaped pans to prevent those portions from overcooking Irregular food shapes such as poultry legs and wings tips can be shielded with foil to keep them from overcooking Keep foil at least one inch from the oven walls Piercing To prevent bursting food enclosed in a shell skin or membrane must be pierced prior to cooking Such foods include both the yolks and whites of eggs hot dogs clams oysters and many whole vegetables such as potatoes and squash Testing for Doneness Because foods cook so quickly in a microwave oven it is necessary to test for doneness frequently Check recipes for specific information Standing Time Food is often allowed to stand for 2 to 10 minutes after being removed from the micro wave oven Usually the food is covered during standing time to retain heat Most foods are removed from the oven while still slightly under cooked and finish cooking during standing time The internal temperature of food will rise about 10 during standing time 4l 2 A z D m 5 Microwave Safe Utensils Never use metal or metal trimmed utensils in your microwave oven Microwaves cannot penetrate metal They will bounce off any metal object in the oven and cause arcing which resembles lightn ing Most heat resistant nonmetallic cooking uten sils are safe for use in your microwave oven However some may contain materials that render them unsuitable for microwa
75. nings and browning agent if desired Close bag loosely with microwavable closure or string Turn over roast halfway through cooking After cooking let stand in bag 15 minutes Temperature may rise about 10 F Internal temperature of pork should reach 170 F before serving Pierce links and place on microwavable roast rack Cover with waxed paper or paper towel After cooking let stand covered 1 minute MEAT COOKING TABLE continued Sausage patties HIGH Fresh 2 oz each 2 patties 4 patties 8 patties Spareribs 212 312 Ibs Power Cooking Level Time Special Instructions Place sausage patties in a circle on microwavable roast rack Brush with browning agent if desired Cover with waxed paper Turn patties over halfway through cooking After cooking let stand 2 minutes 12 2 minutes 212 3 minutes 42 5 minutes 22 27 minutes Place ribs cut into serving size pieces bone side per pound down in large cooking bag Place bag in 3 quart 165 F microwavable casserole Add 1 cup water to bag Close bag loosely with microwavable closure or string Turn over ribs rearranging carefully halfway through cooking Cook until meat is fork tender Carefully remove ribs If desired brush sauce over ribs Cook covered with waxed paper Let stand covered 10 minutes Temperature may rise about 10 F internal temperature of pork should reach 170 F before serving 10 mi
76. nt Touch START Put food in the oven and close the door Touch QUICK DEFROST Touch Number Pads for the defrosting time you want Touch START Put food in the oven and close the door Touch COOK 1 Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want in the first cycle Touch COOK POWER To use HIGH power skip to Step 6 Touch a Number Pad for the Cook Power you want in the first cycle Touch COOK 2 Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want in the second cycle Touch COOK POWER if you want to use HIGH power skip to Step 10 Touch a Number Pad for the Cook Power you want in the second cycle Touch START co m 4 a Lop gt isp c z m i This mode is useful for quick cooking of small items and separate portions This mode is necessary for efficient cooking of most foods Failure to use the correct Cook Power may result in over or under cooking This mode lets you select up to ten commonly used cooking times by touching only one Number Pad for each time This mode decreases the amount of time needed to thaw frozen food before cooking This mode lets you cook at two different Cook Powers one after another Using this mode lets you fine tune your cooking for better results continued on next page Getting Acquainted Continued Type of cooking Delayed start 1 Put food In the oven and close the
77. nutes 1 cup finely chopped onion 1 clove garlic minced 1 4 cup butter or margarine 1 package 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach thawed and well drained 1 4 teaspoon ground thyme 1 4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 beef flank steak about 1 2 pounds 1 cup beef broth 1 can 1034 ounces condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 4 cup white wine optional Stuffed Flank Steak 1 Combine onion garlic and butter in a 2 quart microwava ble casserole Cook uncovered 5 to 6 minutes at Power Level 10 or until onion is tender stir once Add spinach thyme and pepper Cook covered 3 minutes at Power Level 10 Stir once 2 Pound flank steak with mallet to flatten Spread spinach mixture on steak and roll up jellyroll fashion starting from the long edge Tie with string Place in 2 quart microwavable casserole 3 Combine remaining ingredients and pour over steak Cook covered 8 minutes at Power Level 10 Cook covered 45 to 50 minutes per pound at Power Level 3 or until tender turn steak over twice during cooking Let stand covered 10 minutes Makes 4 servings 51 POULTRY Microwave cooked chicken is juicy and succulent Whole poultry becomes golden but not crisp For the crisper conventional crust pop the poultry in your conventional oven at 450 F for 10 to 15 minutes The same technique is also convenient when barbequing Defrost and precook in your microwave oven then flash cook on the grill for that barb
78. oast with foil Set Quick Defrost for 10 00 minutes Set Quick Defrost for 2 30 minutes After Set Quick Defrost for 4 00 minutes After Set Quick Defrost for 6 30 minutes After Set Quick Defrost for 6 30 minutes After Pork Chops 2 4 ounces each 1 00 minute of defrosting separate the pieces 4 1 pound in all 2 00 minutes of defrosting separate the pieces 6 1 pounds in all 3 00 minutes of defrosting separate the pieces Spareribs 2 pounds 3 00 minutes of defrosting turn meat over and separate the pieces Other Bacon 1 pound package Leave in packaging Set Quick Defrost for 2 00 minutes Defrost till slices separate Frankfurters 1 pound package Leave in packaging Set Quick Defrost for 2 30 minutes turning package over once Frozen Whipped 4 ounce carton Set Quick Defrost for 0 30 minute Dessert Topping Frozen Fruit Standing Time After Defrosting 5 minutes 5 minutes Remove giblets and neck after 20 to 30 minutes standing time If ice crystals remain rinse cavity with cold water and drain thoroughly Then cook at once 20 minutes 5 minutes 10 ounce carton Remove one metal carton end Set Quick Defrost for 2 00 minutes Poultry and pork must be completely defrosted before cooking 47 MEAT Now with the help of your microwave you can serve twice the meal in half the time Best of all you don t have to remember to take the meat out of the
79. of the cabinet 30 a Electrical requirements Observe all governing codes and ordinances recommended It is recommended that a A 120 Volt 60 Hz AC only 15 or 20 amp fused separate circuit serving only this appliance be electrical supply is required Time delay fuse is provided GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electrical shock DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD GROUNDING PRONG SNOILONYLSNI NOILVTIVISNI 6 For your personal safety this appliance must It is the personal responsibility and obliga be grounded In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current This appliance is equipped with a polarized 3 prong grounding plug It must be plugged into a correctly polarized mating 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle properly installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances If a mating wall recep tacle is not available or if you are not sure if the wall receptacle is properly grounded and polarized have it checked by a qualified electrician 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle 3 prong grounding plug Power supply cord Grounding prong 7 To test the oven plug it into the 1 proper electrical outlet Put about y one cup 250mL
80. oons of water in a 4 cup glass measuring cup Cook uncovered 3 to 4 minutes at Power Level 7 or until melted stirring every minute Toasting Almonds Place sliced or slivered almonds in a shallow baking dish and add 1 teaspoon of butter or margarine per V2 cup of nuts Cook uncovered 3 to 4 minutes at Power Level 10 or until light brown stirring every minute Toasting Coconut Place unsweetened flaked or grated coconut in a 9 inch glass pie plate Cook uncovered 3 to 4 minutes at Power Level 7 or until light brown Stir every minute Freshening Up Stale Chips and Pretzels Place chips or pretzels in a napkin lined wicker basket Cook uncovered about 30 seconds per cup at Power Level 10 or until snacks feel warm Let stand a few minutes to cool before serving Warming Bread and Rolls Wrap in a napkin or place in a napkin lined wicker basket Cook un covered 30 seconds to 1 minute at Power Level 8 or until bread or rolls feel warm Cooking Bacon Place bacon slices on a double thickness of paper towel on a paper plate and cover with a paper towel Cook uncovered 1 to 1 minutes per slice at Power Level 10 or until crisp If you wish to save the drippings cook bacon on a rack placed inside a microwavable baking dish 43 7 Microwave Power Levels Your microwave oven is equipped with ten power levels 11 levels including 0 to give you maximum flexibil ity and control over cooking When your cooking program is completed
81. overed casserole Stir halfway through cooking Cook until tender crisp Let stand covered 2 minutes Remove outer wrapping from box Place box on 2 paper towels After cooking let stand 2 minutes Place cabbage and 1 4 cup water in 2 quart microwavable covered casserole Stir halfway through cooking Cook until tender crisp Let stand covered 2 minutes Place cabbage and cup water in 2 quart microwavable covered casserole Cook until tender crisp Let stand covered 2 minutes Carrots Fresh sliced 2 cups Frozen crinkle cut 10 02 Frozen whole baby 10 oz pouch Cauliflower Fresh whole 1 ib Fresh flowerets 2 cups Frozen flowerets 10 oz Celery Fresh sliced 4 cups 1 inch pieces 58 HIGH 5 6 minutes HIGH 512 62 minutes HIGH 62 712 minutes HIGH 6 7 minutes HIGH 3 4 minutes HIGH 412 52 minutes HIGH 6 7 minutes Place carrots and 2 tablespoons water in 1 quart covered casserole Stir halfway through cooking Cook until fork tender Let stand covered 2 minutes Remove outer wrapping from box Place box on 2 paper towels After cooking let stand 2 minutes Remove pouch from box Pierce pouch with fork Place in 112 quart microwavable casserole After cooking let stand 2 minutes Place trimmed cauliflower and 2 tablespoons water in 1 or 1 2 quart covered microwavable casserole Cook until tender crisp Let stand covered 2 minutes Remove outer wrapping from box
82. owavable casseroles use the glass casserole covers to help retain the steam however the covers can become hot during cooking so handle carefully Waxed paper effectively prevents food from spatter ing in the oven and helps food retain some heat Sandwiches and many other foods can be wrapped in paper towels to prevent them from drying out Spacing Individual foods such as baked pota toes cupcakes and hors d oeuvres will cook more evenly if placed in the oven at least an inch apart preferably in a circular pattern Stirring Stirring is an important microwaving technique Microwaved foods are stirred in order to blend flavors and redistribute heat Always stir from the outside toward the inside since the outside of the food heats first Turning Over Larger sized food such as roasts and whole poultry should be turned over so that the top and bottom will cook evenly It is also a good idea to turn over chicken pieces and chops Arrangement Since dense foods cook more slowly in the microwave it makes sense to place thicker portions of meat poultry fish and vegeta bles to the outer edge of the baking dish This way thicker portions will receive the most microwave energy and the food will cook evenly Also arrange food in a single layer rather than stacking to permit more even cooking Shielding Strips of aluminum foil which block microwaves are sometimes placed over the corners or edges of square and recta
83. page 34 e 1 A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exer cised in their use If a long cord or extension cord is used a the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension 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 c the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS me i J gt j Nn gt ma m lt Z 7e D gp Z Nn You are responsible for e Installing and leveling the oven on a surface strong enough to support its weight and where it is protected from the elements The micro wave oven should be at a temperature above 50 F 10 C for proper operation e Properly connecting the oven to electrical sup ply and grounding it e Operating the oven with the turntable in place e Making sure the oven is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly e Properly maintaining the oven e Using the microwave oven only for jobs expected of a home microwave oven See the Installation Instructions on page 30 PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICR
84. power skip to Step 6 To select another Cook Power touch COOK POWER The COOK POWER Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show P HI This shows the oven is prepro auicn coor grammed to cook at full HIGH power DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK COOK KEEP 5 Touch a Number Pad for the Cook Power you WARM want in the first cycle The Display will show what you touched This example shows you touched Number Pad 6 for 60 of tull power QUICK COOR OEFROST POWER COOK RUS OR COOK ai x 6 Touch COOK 2 The COOK 2 Indicator Light 2 will come on and the Display will show four O s QUICK DEFROST 7 Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want in the second cycle The Display will show the numbers you touched in the order you touched them This example shows 4 minutes 30 seconds AUTO TOOK SET 1 QUICK DEFROST 20 COOK POWER AUTO coor KEEP WARM COOK DEFROST POWER AUTO coax KEEP WARM DEFROST POWER AUTO coor KEEP WARM QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK KEEP SET 1 2 WaRM QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK COOR KEEP SET 1 WARM COOR QUICH DEFROST ae ESON KEEP WARM COOK DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK SET 1 QUICK DEFAOST 10 Select a Cook Power To cook at HIGH power Touch a Number Pad for the Cook Power you skip to Step 10 To select another Cook Power touch COOK POWER The COOK POWER Indicator Light will come on and the Display will
85. r with extended time To automatically follow another cycle e While you are touching in cooking instructions touch KEEP WARM before touching START OR 1 After the oven starts operating touch KEEP WARM and then START 2 When the last cooking cycle is over you will hear 4 beeps The KEEP WARM Indicator Light will come on and the time of day will be displayed while the oven continues to run 3 KEEP WARM will follow QUICK DEFROST COOK 1 COOK 2 or AUTO SET AUTO COOK COOK KEFP COOK SeT ABO ZED QUICH cooK DEFROST POWER AUTO COOK KEEP SET 1 WARM QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER AUTO COON KEEP SET 1 WARM 010101 9 E e ni Quicr COOK DEFROST POWER auto COOK KEEP SET j WARM TIMER QUICK COOK DEFROST POWER AUTO COOR KEEP SET 1 WARM START QUICK COON DEFROST POWER Using the Minute Timer The microwave oven controls can be used as a minute timer Use COOK 1 at 0 Cook Power for timing up to 99 minutes 99 seconds NOTE The oven will not operate while the Minute Timer is in use 1 Touch COOK 1 The COOK 1 Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show four O s 2 Touch Number Pads for the minutes and seconds you want The Display will show the numbers you touched in the order you touched them This example shows 1 minute 45 seconds 3 Touch COOK POWER The COOK POWER Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show P HI 4 Touch the
86. range halfway 1 medium potato 2 4 minutes through cooking Remove potatoes when soft to the touch 2 medium potatoes 4 6 minutes Wrap in foil and let stand 5 minutes 4 medium potatoes 6 8 minutes Potatoes while Place potatoes and 2 tablespoons water in 1 2 quart covered cut up HIGH microwavable casserole Stir halfway through cooking 6 8 oz each 9 11 minutes Let stand covered for 2 minutes 4 medium White whole baking Pierce potatoes several times with fork Place in circle on 2 6 8 oz each HIGH paper towels Turn over potatoes and rearrange halfway 1 potato 32 52 minutes through cooking Remove potatoes when soft to touch Wrap 2 potatoes 512 72 minutes in foil and let stand 5 minutes 4 potatoes 10 12 minutes Rutabaga Pierce rutabaga through waxy coating several times with fork Fresh whole HIGH Place on 2 paper towels Remove halfway through cooking 1 Ib 92 102 minutes Cut into quarters peel and dice Place diced rutabaga and 2 tablespoons water in 1 2 quart microwavable covered casserole After cooking let stand covered 2 minutes Spinach Place spinach and 2 tablespoons water in 3 quart covered Fresh leaf HIGH microwavable casserole After cooking let stand covered 1 Ib 512 612 minutes 2 minutes Frozen chopped HIGH Remove outer wrapping from box or pouch Place box on 2 9 oz pouch 42 52 minutes paper towels Pierce pouch with fork and place in 1 2 quart 10 02 4 5 minutes microwavable casserole After cooking let stand 2
87. rranty 68 1991 Whirlpool Corporation Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance Please complete and mail the Owner Registra tion Card provided with this product Then complete the form below Have this information ready if you need service or call with a question e Copy model and serial numbers from label behind the microwave oven door on the frame and purchase date from sales slip e Keep this book and the sales slip together in a handy place Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Service Company Phone Number Fill out and return the Microwave Registration Card included with your microwave oven If the card is missing please send the model and serial number of your microwave oven with your name and address to Whirlpool Corporation Microwave Registration Department Administrative Center 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor Michigan 49022 This information will help us reach you if there is ever a need to pass along information about your microwave oven IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Microwave ovens have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation However as with any appliance there are special installation and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation and prevent damage to the unit A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock injury to persons or damage when using the microwave oven follow basic precau tions including the follow
88. t rolled boneless 312 42 Ibs Sausage links Fresh 1 2 oz each 2 links 4 links 6 links 50 MEAT COOKING TABLE continued Power Cooking Level Time 12 2 minutes 212 312 minutes 4 5 minutes 30 45 seconds 45 seconds 1 minute 1 112 minutes 19 20 minutes per pound 16 17 minutes per pound 165 F 20 30 seconds 30 45 seconds 45 seconds 1 minute 13 14 minutes per pound 42 52 minutes 16 17 minutes per pound 165 F 45 60 seconds 1 112 minutes 12 2 minutes Special Instructions Place bacon slices on microwavable roast rack Cover with paper towels After cooking let stand 1 minute Place meat on microwavable roast rack Cover loosely with waxed paper After cooking let stand 1 minute Place chops in microwavable baking dish Add desired seasonings and cover with vented plastic wrap Turn over chops halfway through cooking Let stand covered 5 minutes Temperature may rise about 10 F Pierce hot dogs and place on microwavabie roast rack Cover with waxed paper If in bun wrap in paper towel or paper napkin to absorb moisture After cooking let stand 1 minute Place ham on microwavable roast rack Cover with waxed paper Turn over ham halfway through cooking Let stand covered 10 minutes Place slices on microwavable roast rack Cover with vented plastic wrap Let stand covered 1 minute Place roast in cooking bag in microwavable dish Add seaso
89. tand 2 minutes NOTE Frozen vegetables in larger or smaller quantities than listed in the chart or those in non microwavable bags may be cooked approximately 3 to 4 minutes per cup of vegetables Measure desired amount of vegetables into microwavable covered casserole and cook l RECIPES 15 tortilla chips 3 tablespoons jalapeno bean dip 1 2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 1 can 34 ounces tuna drained and flaked 1 package 3 ounces cream cheese softened 2 tablespoons crushed pineapple drained 12 tablespoon white vinegar 1 teaspoon curry powder 24 crackers or melba toast rounds 12 cup finely chopped onion 1 clove garlic pressed or finely chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 can 15 ounces tomato sauce 1 teaspoons dried basil leaves 1 4 teaspoons dried oregano leaves 1 4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 4 Cup sugar 1 tablespoon cocoa 1 teaspoon flour dash of salt 2 tablespoons milk 2 teaspoons butter or margarine 2 teaspoons light corn syrup 1 4 teaspoon vanilla extract Nachos 1 Spread each tortilla chip with bean dip top with cheese Place chips on a paper plate 2 Cook uncovered 1 to 1 2 minutes at Power Level 6 or until cheese is melted Makes 15 appetizers Sweet and Sour Tuna Crackers 1 Combine ingredients except crackers in a mixing bowl blend thoroughly 2 Spread mixture on crackers Arrange 8 crackers in a circle on a paper plate Cook uncovered 25 to 30
90. to hold foods that are to be quickly reheated However they should not be used to heat foods that will need considerable time in the oven as hot foods will eventually warp or melt the containers 5 Cooking Bags Cooking bags are micro wavable Make sure to make a slit in the bag so that steam can escape Substitute string or microwav able closure for metal twist ties 6 Plastic Microwave Cookware A variety of cookware is available Certain specialty items such as plastic ring molds muffin pans etc are con venient Check the manufacturer s instructions 7 Pottery Stoneware and Ceramic Con tainers made of these materials are usually fine for use in your microwave oven They should be checked by using the dish test 8 Wicker Straw Wood All of these materials are safe for brief use in your microwave oven Remove any metal fittings 9 Metal Utensils Metal utensils and utensils with metal straps clips or screws should not be placed in your microwave oven while the oven is in operation Use wooden skewers which are availa ble at most cookware shops 10 Browning Skillets Browning skillets or grills are useful to provide extra surface browning of meats such as steaks and hamburgers They heat to a very high temperature and should be handled with great care Follow the manufacturer s guide lines for directions and proper use Do not use these utensils 42 6 Some Microwaving Tips Boiling Water Plac
91. ugh cooking 4 cups 9 31 2 to 4 minutes Sandwich roll or bun Wrap in paper towel and place on roast rack 1 roll 8 10 to 15 seconds Vegetables Cook covered in microwavable casserole stir once 1 cup 1 to 11 2 minutes halfway through cooking 4 cups 51 2 to 6 2 minutes 67 WHIRLPOOL Microwave Oven Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase Mwo008 WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company LIMITED FOUR YEAR WARRANTY Second Through Fifth Year From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A FSP replacement magnetron tube on microwave ovens if defective in materials or workmanship Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of the microwave oven 2 Instruct you how to use the microwave oven 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring 4 Replace owner accessible light bulbs Repairs when microwave oven is used in other than normal single family household use In home service The unit must be taken to an authorized Whirlpool service company Damage to microwave oven caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool Any labor costs during limited warranty Repairs to parts or systems caused by unaut
92. urn breast side up Brush with butter or browning agent before cooking at PL 5 if desired Remove and discard drippings 1 or 2 times during second cooking time Cook until no longer pink and juices run clear Let stand covered with foil 15 minutes Temperature may rise about 10 F Temperature in breast should be 170 F and temperature in thigh should be 185 F before serving Wash and dry poultry Tie wings to body of hen and the legs to tail Place hens breast side down on microwavable roast rack Cover with waxed paper Shield bone ends of drumsticks with foil Remove and discard drippings Brush with butter or browning agent and seasonings if desired Cook until no longer pink and juices run clear Remove hens from microwave when desired temperature is reached Let stand covered with foil 5 minutes Temperature may rise about 10 F Temperature in breast should be 170 F before serving Wash and dry poultry Tie legs together and the wings to body Place breast side down on microwavable roast rack Brush with butter or browning agent and seasonings if desired Cover with waxed paper Turn breast side up halfway through second cooking time Shield if necessary Remove and discard fat 1 or 2 times during cooking Let stand covered with foil 10 minutes Temperature may rise about 10 F Temperature in breast should be 170 F before serving 53 FISH amp SHELLFISH Fish and shellfish cook well in the microwave Their naturall
93. urntable of your microwave oven lets microwaves through Then they bounce off a metal floor back through the glass turntable and are absorbed by the food Microwaves pass through glass paper and most plastics without heating them so food absorbs the energy Microwaves bounce off metal pans so food does not absorb the energy Microwaves may not reach the center of a roast The heat around the outside is what cooks the roast all the way through This is one of the reasons for letting some foods roasts baked potatoes stand for a while after cooking or for stirring some foods during the cooking time The microwaves disturb water molecules in the food As the molecules bounce around bumping into each other heat is made like rubbing your hands together This is the heat that does the cooking 33 OQ gt 2 ep EI i ma lt oO Cc a isp aa oO gt lt m fe lt m e I lt jn Cc D i 2 gt lt m oO lt m i A n Operating Safety Precautions 34 AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock injury to persons or damage when using the microwave oven follow the precautions on page 34 37 Never cook or reheat a whole egg Steam build up in whole eggs may cause them to burst and burn you and possibly damage the oven Slice hard boiled eggs before heating In rare instances poached eggs have been known to explode Cover
94. ve cooking If you have any doubts about a particular utensil there s a sim ple way to find out if it can be used in your micro wave oven Testing Utensils for Microwave Use Place the utensil in question next to a glass measure filled with water in the microwave oven Cook 1 minute at Power Level 10 If the water is warm and the utensil remains cool the utensil is microwavable However if the utensil becomes warm microwaves are being absorbed by the utensil and it should not be used in the microwave oven You probably have many items on hand in your kitchen right now that can be used as cooking equipment in your microwave oven Read through the following checklist 1 Dinner Plates Many kinds of tableware are microwavable This would include most brands of oven tempered glass cookware Do not however use delicate tumblers wine glasses etc in the oven as they may possibly shatter 2 Glassware Some glassware that is heat resistant is microwavable This would include all brands of oven tempered glass cookware Do not however use delicate tumblers wine glasses etc in the oven as they may possibly shatter 3 Paper Paper plates and containers without wax coatings are convenient and safe to use in your microwave oven for short cooking times Paper towels are also very useful for absorbing moisture and grease In general use white paper as some dyes may separate 4 Plastic Storage Containers These can be used
95. y high moisture content means fast cooking In just a few minutes your seafood will be tender and moist keeping its true flavor and mild taste Cooking Fish amp Shellfish Tips amp Techniques e Completely defrost fish and shellfish before cooking e Arrange unevenly shaped pieces with thicker parts toward the outside of the dish Arrange shellfish in a single layer for even cooking e Always use the shortest cooking time Fish is done the moment it turns opaque and the thickest part begins to flake Shellfish is done when the shell turns from pink to red and the flesh is opaque and firm e The type of cover used will determine whether fish is baked or poached For poached fish cover with microwavable lid or plastic wrap vented for baked fish place waxed paper over container e Cook fish that is coated or prepared with sauce uncovered or lightly covered with waxed paper This keeps the coatings from becoming soggy and the sauce from getting watery FISH AND SHELLFISH COOKING TABLE Cooking Time Minutes Per Pound 4 to 5 minutes Special instructions Arrange fish in single layer with thickest portion toward outside edge of 11 to 2 quart microwavable baking dish Brush with melted butter and season if desired Cook covered with plastic wrap vented Let stand covered 2 minutes Fish fillets Fish steaks 4 to 5 minutes Whole fish 5v2 to 62 minutes Scallops 4 to 5 minutes Prepare as dir

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