Westinghouse WST3504 Microwave Oven - microwave
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1. Cooking Table Poultry Microwave power Cooking Time Per Pound CHICKEN Whole 12 to 14 minutes Breast boned 10 to 12 minutes Portions 11 t0 13 minutes TURKEY Whole 13 to 15 minutes NOTE The times listed above are only a guide Allow for difference in individual tastes and preferences The times may also vary due to the shape cut and composition of the food If whole poultry is stuffed the weight of the stuffed bird should be used when calculating the cooking time Fish Arrange fish in a large shallow non metallic dish or casserole e Cover with pierced microwave plastics wrap or casserole lid e Place the dish on the turntable e Cook according to the instructions in the Fresh Fish Cooking Table below Flakes of butter can be added to the fish if desired e After standing time check to see that the fish is thoroughly cooked The fish should be opaque and flake easily Fresh Fish Cooking Table Microwave Power Cooking Time Butter Per Pound Fish Fillets HIGH 5 to 7 minutes Add 1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice Whole Mackerel Cleaned and Prepared HIGH 5 to 7 minutes Whole Trout 6 to 9 minutes Cleaned and Prepared HIGH Salmon Steaks HIGH 6 to 8 minutes Add 1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice 15 MAINTENANCE Cleaning and Care Routine cleaning will enhance the performance and reliability of your Westinghouse MicrowaveOven Clean the oven on a weekly basis or more often if needed To ensure safe and efficient operation be sure to keep2. The microcomputer controlling your Microwave Oven may temporarily become scrambled and fail to function as programmed when you plug in for the first time or when power resumes after a power interruption Unplug the Microwave Oven from the 120 volt household outlet and then plug it back in to reset the microcomputer e The light is from the Microwave Oven light which is located between the Microwave Oven cavity and the outer wall of the Microwave Oven e The clicking sound is caused by a mechanical switch turning the Microwave Oven s magnetron ON and OFF e The heavy hum and clunk is from the change in power the magnetron draws as it is turned ON and OFF by a mechanical switch The change in blower speed is from the change in line voltage caused by the magnetron being turned ON and OFF Food Answer A hard dry brown spot indicates overcooking Shorten the cooking or reheating time When baking frying or poaching eggs the yolk may pop due to steam build up inside the yolk membrane To prevent this simply pierce the yolk with a wooden toothpick before cooking CAUTION Never Microwave eggs in the shell Question Why are scrambled eggs sometimes a little dry after cooking Is it possible to pop popcorn a Microwave Oven Why do baked apples sometimes burst during cooking Why do baked potatoes sometimes burn during cooking Why is additional time required for cooking food stor
3. and popcorn without entering a Cook Time or Power Example To cook a 3 5 07 bag of microwave popcorn Display Shows 1 Press POPCORN 3 5 07 3507 2 After 5 seconds the Microwave Oven will automatically ELE start counting down 3 At the end of cooking time 5 short tones will sound Level Refer to COOKING TABLE below for more information Directions Follow package instructions Use popcorn package which is made especially for microwave cooking Heat only 1 package at a time Do not leave the Microwave Oven unattended while popping popcorn When popping prepackaged popcorn Fold each end of the bag in half toward the center top of the bag Place carefully so the bag does not touch the Microwave Oven walls COOKING TABLE CATEGORY PRESS DISPLAY SHOWS SERVING SIZE oom 2 cups BEVERAGE 3 times 3 cups POPCORN Go back to 3 5 07 AUTO DEFROST The auto defrost feature provides you with the best defrosting method for frozen foods The cooking guide will show you which defrost sequence is recommended for the food you are defrosting For added convenience the Auto Defrost includes a built in beep mechanism that reminds you to check turn over separate or rearrange to get best defrost result Available weight is 0 5 4 0 Ibs Example To defrost 1 5 105 of ground beef 1 Press AUTO DEFROST 3 times Display Shows 2 After 5 seconds the Microwave Oven will automatically start counting down 3 At the end
4. during or after heating or when adding ingredients instant coffee etc resulting in possible harm or injury to persons 5 After heating allow the container to stand in microwave oven for at least 40 seconds before removing the container 6 Do not heat water and oil or a fat together which may cause a violent eruption GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded WARNING Improper use of the grounding can result a risk of electric shock Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if doubt exist as to whether the appliance is properly grounded e Do not use an extension cord If the power supply cord is too short have a qualified electrician or service man install an outlet near the appliance Testing Containers and Utensils Some non metallic containers and utensils become extremely hot when used in a microwave oven To avoid risk of scalding use the following procedure to determine if a container or utensil is safe for microwave use 1 Fill a microwave safe container with 1 cup 250 ml of cold water Place it in the microwave oven along with the c
5. lamb Cooking rib roast and sirloin tip Thawing meat poultry and seafood Cooking less tender cuts of meat Cooking pork chops and roast Taking chill out of fruit Softening butter Keeping casseroles and main dishes warm Softening butter and cream cheese STOP CLEAR To Stop the Microwave Oven Clear Entries or Cancel Lock When the Microwave Oven is operating display shows time left is 15 00 Display Shows 1 Press the STOP CLEAR pad and the Microwave Oven will Stop 2 Press the START pad and the Microwave Oven will Start counting down OR Press the STOP CLEAR twice to Cancel operating When the Microwave Oven is in setting status Press the STOP CLEAR pad to Cancel setting When the Microwave Oven is locked 15 00 Press the STOP CLEAR pad 3 times to Cancel Child Lock Display Shows 1 ADD MINUTE This simplified control lets you quickly set and start Microwave cooking without pressing the number pads If you press ADD MINUTE it will add 1 minute up to 10 minutes at full power Example To cook for 2 minutes at 100 power Display shows Display 1 Press ADD MINUTE twice Shows 2 Press START and it will automatically begin to count down During operation you can also press Add Minute button to increase the cooking time by 1 10 minutes except for Pre Programmed Auto Cooking and Defrosting Functions CHILD LOCK You can use
6. or off O 12 ADD MINUTE Allows you to cook from 1 minute to 10 minutes BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME 1 Read all instructions in this manual carefully 2 Carefully unpack your Microwave Oven and remove all packaging materials 3 Place your Microwave Oven on a level surface such as a countertop or table Be sure the Sides back and top of the Microwave Oven are at least four inches away from any walls cabinets or objects on the counter or table 4 Remove all stickers from the Microwave Oven except the rating label located on the back 5 Wash Glass Turntable and Turntable Roller Rest in warm soapy water Rinse and dry thoroughly before placing in the Microwave Oven 6 Remove any dust that may have accumulated during packaging Simply wipe the Microwave Oven exterior with a clean damp cloth Do not use abrasive cleansers 8 Do not put the Microwave Oven cord or plug in water 9 When you are ready to use the Microwave Oven plug the cord into a 120V AC outlet 10 To avoid scratching marring or discoloration do not store anything on top of the Microwave Oven during operation CAUTION Always wear protective insulated Microwave Oven mitts on hands when touching hot Microwave Oven or hot dishes and food or when inserting or removing baking dish and food CAUTION Never use metal bakeware or aluminum inside of Microwave Oven USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN BEVERAGE and POPCORN Use the function to cook beverage
7. the provided installation instructions 5 Some products such as whole eggs with without shells and sealed containers for example closed glass jars are able to explode and should not be heated in this oven 6 Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the manual Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance This type of oven is specifically designed to heat cook or dry food It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use 7 As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children 8 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 9 This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment 10 Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance 11 Do not store this appliance outdoors Do not use this product near water for example near a kitchen sink in a wet basement or near a Swimming pool or similar locations 12 Do not immerse cord or plug in water 13 Keep cord away from heated surfaces 14 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter 15 See surface door cleaning instructions on page 16 16 To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity a Do not overcook food Carefully attend appliance when paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooki
8. this safety feature to lock the control panel so that children cannot use the Microwave Oven unsupervised or when you are cleaning the Microwave Oven To set CHILD LOCK Display Shows 1 Press the START pad 3 times Press the STOP CLEAR pad 3 times to Cancel Child Lock WARNING Do not use aluminum foil during cooking cycle COOKWARE GUIDE Most heat resistant non metallic cookware is safe for use in your Microwave Oven However to test cookware before using follow these steps 1 Place the empty cookware in the Microwave Oven 2 Measure 1 cup of water in a glass measuring cup and place it in the Microwave Oven beside the cook ware 3 Microwave on 100 power for 1 minute If the dish is warm it should not be used for microwave cooking Microwave Oven Proof Glass e Glass treated for use in high intensity heat includes utility dishes bread dishes pie plates cake plates liquid measuring cups casseroles and bowls without metallic trim China e Bowls cups serving plates and platters without metallic trim can be used in your microwave oven Plastic When using plastic wrap as a cover make sure that the dish is deep enough so the plastic wrap does not touch the food As the food heats it may melt the plastic wrap or soften from the heat of the food Paper e Microwave safe paper towels waxed paper paper napkins and paper plates with no metallic trim or design can be used in your Microwave Oven e R
9. ESS Because foods cook quickly in a Microwave Oven you need to test frequently for doneness e STANDING TIME Depending on density food often needs to stand from 2 to 15 minutes after you remove it from the Microwave Oven Usually you need to cover food during standing time to retain heat Remove most foods when they are slightly undercooked and they will finish cooking during standing time The internal temperature of food will rise about 10 degrees during standing time PIERCING Pierce the shell skin or membrane of foods before cooking to prevent them from bursting Foods that require piercing include yolks and whites of eggs hot dogs clams oysters and whole vegetables such as potatoes and squash e REHEATING Reheat only precooked refrigerated food Stir large amounts of food halfway through reheating time 13 COOKING TIPS Meat No special techniques are required Meat should be prepared as with conventional cooking Always thoroughly defrost meat before cooking seasoned if desired Place the meat on a microwave roasting rack or microwave proof plate and place on the turntable Cook according to the Meat Cooking Table below Use longer time for large cuts of meats and shorter time for small cuts of meats For thicker chops use longer time Turn the meat over halfway through the cooking time Make sure meat especially pork is thoroughly cooked before eating Microwave Power Cooking Time Per Pound BEEF Standing Ro
10. NDED FOR CONVENTIONAL OVENS To remove odors combine 1 cup water grated peel and juice of 1 lemon and several whole cloves in a 2 microwave safe Odor Removal glass measuring cup Boil for several minutes using 100 power Leave the liquid in oven until it cools Wipe the interior with a soft dry cloth Open the oven door before cleaning GENTLY wipe the panel with a slightly dampened cloth Dry with a soft cloth Do not scrub Control Panel or use any detergents solvents chemicals or abrasive cleaners Close the oven door and press STOP CLEAR Turntable and Turntable You may remove the turntable and roller ring from the oven for cleaning Wash them in warm water using a mild detergent For Roller Ring stubborn stains use a mild cleanser and scouring sponge The glass turntable not the roller ring may be washed in the dishwasher The wave guide cover is a light brown mica panel located on the right side of the oven interior Carefully clean with mild soap Wave Guide Cover and water Rinse and dry with a soft cloth Do not use any type of abrasive cleaner Do not remove the wave guide cover To maintain efficient cooling and ventilation do not allow dust to accumulate on the vents and air intake located on the rear of the oven To keep them clean use a sponge dampen with warm soapy water to clear away 16 Question Why is the Microwave Oven light not on during cooking Why does steam come out of the air exhaust vent Wil
11. Rights This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state WESTINGHOUSE and YOU CAN BE SURE IF IT S WESTINGHOUSE are trademarks of WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC CORPORATION and used under license by Salton Inc For more information on Salton products Visit our website www eSalton com 2003 Salton Inc All Rights Reserved P N 61392 Printed in China 21
12. W Westinghouse MICROWAVE WST3504 You be sure if it s Westinghouse PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY a Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks b Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces c Do not operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the 1 door bent 2 hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 door seals and sealing surfaces d The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following WARNING To reduce the risk of burns electric shock fire injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy 1 Read all instructions before using the appliance 2 Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found on page 2 3 This appliance must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded outlet See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS found on page 3 4 Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with
13. and Accessories P N22385 See Through Door Easy clean Microwave Oven Cavity Glass Turntable Safety Interlock System Microwave Oven Control Panel Turntable Roller Rest P N22386 Overall Dimensions 18 x 12 7 16 x 11 1 32 Open Cavity Dimensions 12 3 16 x 7 31 32 11x 5 8 Effective capacity of Microwave Oven Cavity 0 6 Cu Ft 1 DISPLAY Indicates the time of day cooking time settings and cooking functions 2 POPCORN amp BEVERAGE Allows you to cook popcorn and beverage without having to select POPCORN BEVERAGE le 3 cooking times and power levels 3 AUTO DEFROST Is an accurate defrosting method for frozen meat poultry and fish up to 4 0 Ibs CLOCK Allows you to enter the time of day 1 2 3 5 REHEAT Allows you to reheat food quickly without having to select cooking times and power levels 4 5 6 6 TIMER Allows you to set time not a cooking time 7 NUMBER PADS Allows you to enter cooking time power level quantities and weights 7 8 9 8 TIME Allows you to set a cooking time 9 POWER Allows you to set the power level 0 8 10 STOP CLEAR Allows you to Stop the Microwave Oven or Clear entries ane 11 START Allows you to Start all entries except the popcorn beverage auto defrost clock 10 J CLEAR MINUTE D and reheat which start automatically and to turn Child Lock On
14. e to your oven HINTS AND TIPS FOR MICROWAVE COOKING e BROWNING Meat and poultry with high fat content that are cooked for 10 or 15 minutes or longer will brown lightly Foods cooked a shorter time can be bushed with a browning agent such as Worcestershire sauce soy sauce or barbecue sauce e COVERING Traps heat steam and causes the food to cook quickly Use lid or microwave safe plastic wrap with one corner folded back to vent the excess steam Lids on glass casseroles can become hot during cooking Handle carefully Waxed paper will prevent the food from splattering in the Microwave Oven and help retain heat When warming bread items use waxed paper napkins or paper towels To absorb extra moisture wrap sandwiches and fatty foods in paper towels e SPACING Arrange individual foods such as baked potatoes cupcakes and hors d oeuvres in a circle and at least 1 inch apart This will help the food cook evenly e STIRRING Stirring blends flavors and redistributes the heat in foods Always stir from the outside toward the center of the dish Food on the outside of the dish heats first e TURNING Large foods such as roasts poultry and chops should be turned over so that the top and bottom cook evenly e ARRANGEMENT Do not stack food Arrange a single layer on the dish for even cooking Because dense foods cook slowly place thicker portions of meat poultry fish and vegetables toward the outside of the dish e TESTING FOR DONEN
15. ed in the refrigerator Food Continued Answer e Eggs will dry out when they are overcooked even if the same recipe is used each time The cooking time may need to be varied for one of these reasons e Eggs vary in size e Eggs are at room temperature one time and at refrigerator temperature another time e Eggs continue cooking during standing time e Yes if using one of the two methods described below 1 Microwave popping devices designed specifically for microwave cooking 2 Prepackaged commercial microwave popcorn that is made for specific times and power output needed e Follow exact directions given by each manufacturer for its popcorn popping product and do not leave the Microwave Oven unattended while the corn is being popped If corn fails to pop after the suggested time discontinue cooking Overcooking could result in an Microwave Oven fire e CAUTION Never use a brown paper bag for popping corn or attempt to pop leftover kernels Do not pop prepackaged commercial microwave popcorn directly on the Glass Turntable place the popcorn bag on a plate e The peel has not been removed from the top half of each apple to allow for expansion of the interior of the apple during cooking As in conventional cooking methods the interior of the apple expands during the cooking process e f the cooking time is too long fire could result At the end of the recommended cooking time potatoes should be slightly firm e CAUTION Do
16. efer to the manufacturer s label for use of any paper product in the Microwave Oven e Place plastic wrap loosely over the top of the dish and secure it by pressing the wrap to the sides of the dish Vent by turning back one corner of the plastics wrap This will allow excess steam to escape e Use plastic dishes cups containers and plastic bags only e For short cooking time use these with care because the plastics may soften from the heat of the food DO NOT USE Metal Utensil e Metal shields food Microwave energy and can cause products to cook unevenly Avoid metal skewers thermometers or foil trays e Metal utensils can cause arcing which is a discharge of electric current Arcing can damage your Microwave Oven Metal Decoration not use metal trimmed or metal banded dinnerware casserole dishes etc Wood e Wooden bowels boards and baskets will dry out and may split or crack when you use them in the Microwave Oven Tightly Closed Containers e Tightly closed cookware can explode Be sure to leave an opening for steam to escape from covered cookware Brown Paper e Avoid using brown paper bags They absorb heat and could burn Metal Twist Ties e Always remove metal twist ties as they can become hot and cause a fire Aluminum Foil e Avoid aluminum foil because it may cause arcing unless otherwise instructed in a cook book Arcing may occur if foil is too close to the oven wall or door and will cause damag
17. ing Transfer food into microwave safe dish May cause arcing Transfer food into microwave safe dish Metal shields the food from microwave energy and may cause arcing May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed to high temperature Wood will dry out and may split Avoid using wooden containers or utensils in the oven How Your Microwave Oven Works The microwave oven has an electronic tube called a magnetron that produces microwaves very short radio waves The microwaves then pass through a wave guide and into the oven cavity The microwaves penetrate the food and cause water molecules within the food to vibrate extremely rapidly This vibration causes considerable friction or heat between the water molecules resulting in a rapid rise in temperature This type of heating is very efficient and the cooking time is therefore shorter than in a conventional oven The rate of heating depends on the moisture content shape volume and amount of food present Metallic materials totally reflect microwaves Non metallic materials such as glass paper and plastics are partially transparent to microwaves Microwaves do not directly heat the oven walls and most cooking utensils because they do not absorb microwave energy However they frequently get very warm through being in direct contact with hot food GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WESTINGHOUSE MICROWAVE OVEN Model WST3504 Parts
18. l the microwave be damaged if it operates empty Does Microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door Why does a tone sound when a pad on the control panel is pressed Can my Microwave Oven be damaged if food is cooked for too long When the Microwave Oven is plugged into wall outlet for the first timeO it might not work properly What is wrong Why do see reflection around the outlet case What are the various sounds hear when the Microwave Oven is operating Question What is wrong when baked foods have a hard dry brown spot Why do eggs sometimes pop 17 TROUBLESHOOTING Questions and Answers Answer e There may be several reasons why the Microwave Oven light is not on e Have you Set a cooking time Pressed START e Steam is normally produced during cooking The Microwave Oven has been designed to vent this steam Yes Never operate the Microwave Oven empty or without the glass turntable e No The metal screen bounces the energy back to the Microwave Oven cavity The holes or ports allow only light to pass though They do not let microwave energy pass though e The tone tells you that the setting has been entered e Like any other cooking appliance it is possible to overcook food to the point that the food creates smoke and even possibly fire resulting in damage to the inside of the Microwave Oven It is always best to be near the Microwave Oven while you are cooking e
19. lled Rib Medium 8 10 to 12 minutes Well done 8 12 to 14 minutes Ground Beef to brown for HIGH 100 7 to 9 minutes casserole Hamburgers Fresh or defrosted 4 oz Each 2 patties Apatties HIGH 100 3 to 5 minutes HIGH 100 4 to 6 minutes PORK Loin Leg 8 13 to 16 minutes Bacon 4 slices HIGH 100 3 to 4 minutes 6silces HIGH 100 4 to 6 minutes Meat Cooking Table NOTE The times listed above are only a guide Allow for difference in individual tastes and preferences The times may also vary due to the shape cut and composition of the food Poultry No special techniques are required Poultry should be prepared as with conventional cooking season if desired Poultry should be thoroughly defrosted Remove giblets and any metal clamps Prick the skin and brush lightly with vegetable oil unless the poultry is self basing All poultry should be placed on a Microwave roasting rack or a Microwave proof plate and placed on the Glass Turntable Cook according to the instructions in the Poultry Cooking Table below Turn over halfway though the cooking time Because of its shape poultry has a tendency to cook unevenly especially in very bony parts Turning over during roasting helps to cook these areas evenly Make sure poultry is thoroughly cooked when the juices run clear from the inside thigh Pierced with a sharp knife through the thickest part to ensure that the juices are clear and the flesh is firm Poultry
20. mes Cass 3 times Sing 2 The Microwave Oven will automatically start counting down Soup 802 Soup Cass 1 5 cups of casserole Sing 807 meat potatoes vegetables TIMER This feature lets you set the time not cooking time Example To set 15 minutes Display Shows 1 Press the Timer pad 2 1500 3 Press the START pad and it will automatically begin to count down Cooking Time This feature lets you program a specific cook time and power level For best results there are 10 power level settings Refer to Microwave Power Level table below for more information Example To cook for 5minutes 30 seconds at 80 power 1 Press the Time pad Display Shows 2 530 3 Power 4 8 5 Press the START pad and it will automatically begin to count down 6 At the end of cooking time 5 short tones will sound Display Shows Microwave Power Levels Y our Microwave Oven has 10 cooking Power Levels to let you cook and heat a wide variety of foods Refer to the table below for suggestions Microwave Power Level Table Power Level Use Boiling water Making candy Cooking poultry pieces fish and vegetables Cooking tender cuts of meat Whole poultry Reheating rice pasta and vegetables Reheating prepared foods quickly Reheating sandwiches Reheating prepared foods quickly Reheating sandwiches Cooking veal Cooking whole fish Cooking puddings and custard Cooking ham whole poultry and
21. ng b Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven c If materials inside the oven ignite keep oven door closed turn oven off and disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel d Do not use the cavity for storage purposes Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the cavity when not in use 17 Liquids such as water coffee or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Oversize foods or oversize metal utensils should not be inserted in a microwave oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock 2 Do not clean with metal scouring pads Do not store any materials other than manufacturer lt recommended accessories in this oven when not in use WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS 1 Liquids such as water coffee or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling 2 Do not use narrow necked containers to boil or reheat liquids 3 To reduce the risk of injury stir the liquid several times before heating 4 The liquid may splash out
22. not overcook e As in conventional cooking the initial temperature of food affects total cooking time You need more time to cook food taken out of a refrigerator than for food at room temperature BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Y OU CAN OFTEN CORRECT OPERATING PROBLEMS YOURSELF IF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN FAILS TO WORK OPERATING PROBLEM IN THE LIST BELOW AND TRY THE SOLUTIONS LISTED FOR EACH PROBLEM Note If the Microwave Oven still does not work properly please contact Service and Repair located on Warranty page 19 Problem Possible Causes Microwave Oven does not start Is the power cord plugged e 5 the door closed Is the cooking time set Arcing or Sparking e Are you using approved cookware Is the Microwave Oven empty Incorrect time of day e Have you tried to reset the time of the day Unevenly Cooked Foods e Are you using approved cookware e Is the glass turntable in the Microwave Oven e Did you turn or stir the food while it was cooking e Where the foods completely defrosted e Was the time cooking power level correct Overcooked Food e Was the time cooking power level correct Improper Defrosting e Are you using approved cookware Were the foods completely defrosted e Was the time cooking power level correct e Are the ventilation ports clear Undercooked Foods e Are you using approved cookware e Was the time cooking power level correct Did you turn or stir the food during the def
23. of cooking time 5 short tones will sound Note The Microwave Oven will beep 5 short tones during the DEFROST cycle At this time open the door and turn separate or rearrange the food Remove any portions that have thawed Return frozen portions to the Microwave Oven to resume the defrost cycle AUTO DEFROST TABLE Press Display Shows Serving Sze 3 times 1 5 Ibs 7 times 3 5 Ibs 8 times 4 0 Ibs DEFROSTING TIPS e For best results remove fish shellfish meat and poultry from its original closed paper or plastic package wrapper The wrap will hold steam and juice close to the foods which can cause the outer surface of the foods to cook e For best results shape your ground meat into the form of a doughnut before freezing When defrosting scrape off thawed meat when the beep sounds continue defrosting e Place foods in a shallow container or on a microwave roasting rack to catch drippings e Food should still be somewhat icy in the center when removed from the Microwave Oven e The turn table must be used at all times There may be some foods that are too large to fit inside the microwave oven CLOCK Example To set the clock for 11 30 Display Shows 2 Press 1130 3 Press Start NOTE This is a 12 hour clock 1 Press CLOCK pad to set the time of day REHEAT You can use this feature to reheat Soup Casserole and Single plated meal Display Shows After 5 seconds 1 Press REHEAT pad 1 time Soup 2 ti
24. ontainer or utensil in question 2 Turn the oven on maximum power for 1 minute Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time 3 Carefully feel the container If the empty container is warm do not use it for microwave cooking Materials You Can Use in a Microwave Oven Cooking Accessories not included with Microwave AEE ae aa ee __ Paper plates Use microwave safe plates only for short term cooking warming only Do not leave oven unattended while cooking Paper towels Use microwave safe paper towels only to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat Use with supervision for short term cooking only Use as cover to prevent spattering or a wrap paper for steaming Plastic containers Use microwave Safe containers only Follow the manufacturer instructions Containers should be labeled Microwave Safe Some plastic containers soften as the food inside gets hot Boiling bags and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit pierced or vented as directed by package Plastic wrap Microwave safe only Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food Use a cover to prevent splattering and to help retain moisture Materials to Avoid a Microwave Oven Cooking Accessories not included with Microwave Aluminum pan or tray Food carton with metal handle Metal or metal trimmed utensils Metal twist ties Plastic foam Remarks May cause arc
25. rosting cycle NOTES LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty This Westinghouse product is warranted by Salton Inc to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 1 year from the original purchase date This product warranty covers only the original consumer purchaser of the product Warranty Coverage This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident in shipment unreasonable use misuse neglect improper service commercial use repairs by unauthorized personnel normal wear and tear improper assembly installation or maintenance abuse or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or workmanship This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the USA and does not extend to any units which have been used in violation of written instructions furnished with the product or to units which have been altered or modified or to damage to products or parts thereof which have had the serial number removed altered defaced or rendered illegible Implied Warranties ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH THE PURCHASER MAY HAVE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE 1 YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you Warranty Performance During the above one year warranty period a product with a defect will be either repaired or replaced with a reconditioned comparable model at our option
26. s or damage during incoming shipment For your protection carefully package the product for shipment and insure it with the carrier Be sure to enclose the following items with your appliance any accessories related to your problem your full return address and daytime phone number a note describing the problem you experienced a copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase to determine warranty status C 0 D shipments cannot be accepted To return the appliance ship to To contact us please write to call or email Attn Repair Center Salton Inc Salton Inc P O Box 6916 708 South Missouri Street Columbia MO 65205 1637 Macon MO 63552 1 800 934 7455 Email Salton Saltonusa com Limitation of Remedies No representative or person is authorized to assume for Salton Inc any other liability in connection with the sale of our products There shall be no claims for defects or failure of performance or product failure under any theory of tort contract or commercial law including but not limited to negligence gross negligence strict liability breach of warranty and breach of contract Repair replacement or refund shall be the sole remedy of the purchaser under this warranty and in no event shall Salton be liable for any incidental or consequential damages losses or expenses Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Legal
27. the inner door door seal hinges and latches clean and free of food residue e Wipe spills and splatters from the interior after each use to avoid arcing e Clean all oven surfaces with soft lint free cloths and a mild non abrasive detergent e Wash the turntable roller ring by hand e The glass turntable may be washed in the dishwasher NOTE e Never use any type of chemicals solvents or abrasive cleaners on the oven surface e Unplug the oven before cleaning exterior surfaces or vents OR Clean with the oven door open to prevent the oven from accidentally turning on After Cleaning e Be sure to replace the turntable roller ring and turntable in the proper position e f necessary press STOP CANCEL to clear the display window e lf the oven was unplugged plug it back in and reset the clock Table 2 Cleaning and Care of the Microwave Oven Surface Cleaning Surface Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters Do not use any type of abrasive cleaner Gently wipe around the inside of the doorframe seals latches and hinges to remove any food particles and condensation Clean with mild soap and water Rinse and dry with a soft cloth Do not use any type of abrasive cleaner Clean with mild soap and water Rinse and dry with a soft cloth Do not use any type of abrasive cleaner For heavier soil use Interior baking soda or a mild soap Rinse thoroughly with hot water NEVER USE OVEN CLEANERS INTE
28. when the product is returned to the Repair Center or the purchase price refunded The repaired or replacement product will be in warranty for the balance of the one year warranty period and an additional one month period No charge will be made for such repair or replacement Service and Repair Should the appliance malfunction you should first call toll free 1 800 934 7455 between the hours of 9 00 am and 5 00 pm Central Standard Time and ask for CONSUMER SERVICE stating that you are a consumer with a problem Please refer to model number WST3504 when you call In Warranty Service USA For an appliance covered under the warranty period no charge is made for service or postage Call for return authorization 1 800 934 7455 Out of Warranty Service A flat rate charge by model is made for out of warranty service Include 15 00 U S for return shipping and handling We will notify you by mail of the amount of the charge for service and require you to pay in advance for the repair or replacement For Products Purchased in the USA but Used in Canada You may return the product insured packaged with sufficient protection and postage and insurance prepaid to the USA address listed below Please note that all customs duty brokerage fees if any must be paid by you and we will require you to pay the cost of customs duty brokerage fees to us in advance of our performing any service Risk During Shipment We cannot assume responsibility for los
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