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MICROWAVE OVEN Model MW1200XW freezers. Refrlgeralor-freezers. Ice Makers. Dishwashers. Bwll-In Ovens and Surface Un~ls. Ranges. MIcrowave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Au Condltloners. Dehumtdl St , ! i ,I Fill out and return the “Mlcrowave Reglstratlon Card” Included with your oven. If the cord is missing, please send the model number and serial number of your microwave oven with your name and address to . . . Whirlpool Corporation Microwave Registration Deportment 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. Before you install your microwave oven Read and carefully tallow the “Installation tound on page 7 ot thls Use & Care Guide. Instructions” Pwsonal Injury Hazard Failure to tallow the lnstallatton Instructtons could lead to product Before you use your microwave oven Read thls “Use & Core Guide” carefully for fmportant use and safety information. Store in a convenient place for future use. It Is your responslblllty to be sure your microwave oven: Has been installed where it is protected from the elements. The microwave oven should be at a temperature above WF (10%) tor proper opemtlon. l Has been installed on a surface strong enough to support its weight. l Has been properly connected to elecfrlcoi supply and grounded. (See “lnstallatlon Insfrucflonsl’) l Is operated wlth the removable gloss tray In place l Is not used by children or anyone unable to operafe tt properly. l Is properly maintoined. l Is used only for Jobs expected of 0 home mlcrowave oven. l PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY... DO NOT affemptto operafe this oven wifh fhe door open since opendoor opemtion can result In harmful exposure to micro wove energy. It Is Important not to defeat or tamper wifh the safefy inferlocks. DO NOT place any obJect between the oven front face and the door or allow sol1 or cleaner resldue to ;;cz;oylate on sealing DO NOT opemte the oven If lt is damaged. It Is padlculorly Important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the (1) Door (bent), (2) Hlnges and latches (broken or k~sened), (3) 2~~11s and seailng The microwave oven should be checked for microwave lea koge by qualified sewlce personnel after a repalr Is made. The oven should not be adjusted or repalred by anyone except properly quoliffed service personnel. DONOTOperateth0 DO NOT opemtethe microwave oven if the door window is broken. mlcrowave oven wlth fhe outer cabinet removed. 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Mlcrowave ovens have been thoroughly tested for sate and efflclent operatlon. However, as wlth any appliance, there are special lnstallatlon and safety pfecautlons which must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operatlon and prevent damage to the unlt. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, Injury to persons or damage when uslng the mlcrowave oven, follow basic precautions, lncludlng the followlng: 1. Read ail instructions before using appliance 2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLEEXPOSURETO EX&CE;VE MICROWAVE ENERGY’ found on 3. Thls appilance must be grounded. Connect oniy to properiy grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 8. 4. install or located this appliance only in accordance with the provided “INSTALLATION INSTURCTIONS”found on page 7. 5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers - for exampie “Osed glass jars - may explode and should not be heated in this oven. 6. Use this appliance oniy for its intended use as described in this manual. 7. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children. 8. Do not operate th!s appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it Is not working prOperh/, or if it has been damaged or dropped. Electric shock, fire or other hazards may result. 9. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Call an authorized Whirlpool” service company for examination, repair or adjustment. 10. Do not cover or block any opening on the appliance, fire may result. 11.Do not use outdoors, damage to the oven or electric shock may result. 12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water, electric shock may result. 13. keep cord away from heated surfaces, electric shock may result. 14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, electric shock may result. 15. See door suface and interior cleaning instructions On page 9. the risk of fire or fire in the oven cavity: a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic or other combustibie materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. Paper can char or burn, and some plastics can melt if used when heating foods k Do not deep fry in oven. c Test dinnerware or cookward before using. See page 12. Some dishes (melamine, Centura? etc) absorb microwave energy, becoming too hot to handle and slowing cooking times Remove wire twistties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven. Cooking in metal containers can damage the oven. So can containers with hidden metal (twist-ties, foil lining, staples, metaiilc glaze or trim.) d. 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. 16. To reduce 17. Read and follow “OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”starting on page 10. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Using youi microwave oven Microwave oven controls There are two parts in the control section: -The Timer -The Variable Cook Power Control These will be covered on the followlng pages. Read them carefully The Timer The Variable Cook Power Control The Cook Power Control allows You to choose the Cook Power seltlng that best meets your cooklng needs. See the Cook Power Chart for the dltterent percentages of cooklng powers. Cooking in your microwave oven Be sure to read the MICRO MENUS@Cooking Gulde packed wlth the mlcrowave lt contains lntormatlon about: l What is mlcrowave energy? l How food Is cooked by mlcrowave energy. l What affects cooklng speed and cooklng evenness. 0 Safety tips. l Utenslls to use when cooklng In a mlcrowave oven. l Cooklng times for different foods. oven. The MICRO tvlENUS@Coaklng Guide will help you get the BESTCOOKING RESULTS. Important things to remember to get the BESTCWKIMG RESULTS. ALWAYScook food for the mlnlmum recommended cooklng time. If necessary, add ttme In one or two minute periods. then check for doneness to avold overcooklng the food. l stir, turn or rearrange the food belng cooked about halfway through the cooklng tlme for mast even doneness wlth all recipes. l If a glass cover is not available, use waxpaper, paper towels or microwave approved plastic wmp Turn back a corner to vent steam during cooking. l When uslng mlcrowave recipes tram cookbooks or sources other than the MICRO MENUS@ Cooklng Gulde slightly longer cooklng ttmes will be needed. For example, add 1to 2 minutes to a 5 mlnute cooklng tlme. l Setting the controls Etesure you understand the basics of mlcrowave oven cooklng before you start. Start wlth recipes from your MICRO MENUVCooklng Gulde. Follow the dlrections caretully 1. Opentheovendoorby pressing the DOOR OPEN 2.PutfoodIntheoven.DO NOT CLOSE THE DOOR. BlJtWi~thebottomOfthe conlmi pane’. 3. Set the cooklng time by tumlng the Tlmer Knob clockwlse. To reduce the cooklng time, turn the Timer Knob counterclockwise. To @etffmer for less than 1 minute, km tfmer past 1 minute then to deslred flme. 4. SeftheCaokPawertothe deslred setting from HiGH toLOW.Forbestresu& same recipes oaii for lower Caok Pcwers. (See chart below) The lowerthe Cook Power, the slower the oooklng. 6. Close the door. The oven wlil start cooklng and you will hear a fan running. 6. Whenthesettlmelsup, the oven will shut off automatically COOK POWERCHART Recipes In your MICRO ~osfoplheoven MENUvCooklng Gulde use Cook Power setltngs from HIGH tc 1. TumthenmerKnobcounterciookwlse ta “OFF.” LOW.Recipes from other books and magatlnes may use different Cook Power 2. &theovemdaar.Opmpercentages The followlng ingtheovendoorstopsthe chart may be helpful: oven sci you can sttr,turn, re+ HIOn-lOO%offuNpower arrange or add Ingredients tothefood.Closetheoven MED-HIOW- 70% of full door to complete cooklng. If power yOUremoVethefOOd,S&the MED- 50% of full power ttmer to “OFF”bebre closing MED-LOW/ the oven door so oven will D5FRO5T- 30% of full power notoperate. LOW-15% of full power 6 Defrosflng In your mlcrowave oven Use the MED-LOW/DEFROST setttng tothaw frozen food before cooklng. Thls sefflng cooks at 30% of full power for the deslred defrostlng tlme. For suggested defrosttlmes, see the chart behind the oven door. Installation instructions SEFOREYOUBEGIN,READlHE KXLOWING INSTRUCTIONSCOMPLETELY AND CAREWUY. Installing your microwave oven Ir II II \ 1. Empty the mlcrowave oven and clean lnslde lt with a soft, damp cloth. Check for damage such as mlsallgned door. Damage around the door or dents lnslde the oven or on the exterior. If there Is any damage, do net operate the unlt until It has been checked by an authorlzed WhirlpooP 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 toad and utensils you put In It. (lhe oontrol side 3. Do not block fhe vent or alr Intake openlngs on the rear of the oven. Blocklng vent or alr 4. Do not install the mlorowave oven so thaf the right side Is flush wlfh a wall, shelf or cabInet. Leave clearance of at least 5 In. (12.7cm) Intake openlngs can cause damage to the oven and poor cooklng results. Make sure the mlcrowave oven legs are In place to ensure proper alr flow of the unlt Is the heavy side. Use care when handling.) The welght of the oven Is approxlmately 34 Ibs. (15.3 kg.). on the rlght slde for proper operatton. No clearance Is required for the left slde or top. Do not install the oven next to a conventional surface unit or in any area where excessive heat and steam are generated. This could damage the outside of the cabinet. I 7 5. Electrical requirements Observe all govemlng codes and ordlnancer A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 amp fued electrical’supply is required. (Time-delay fuse us recommended.) It is recommended that a separate circuit sewing only this appliance be provided. 6. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 7. For your personal safety, 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 forthe electric current. This appliance is equipped with a polarized &prong grounding plug. It must be plugged into a correctly polarized mating 3prong grounding type wall receptacle, properly installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. If a mating wall receptacle is not available or if you are not sure if the 3-PRONG 0 GROUNDING l’ WE WALL RECEPTACLE II-2 I 3-PRONG GROUNDING PLUG GROUNDING PRONG 8. Plug me oven into me proper electrical outlet and put about one cup (250 ml) of cold water in a glass container in the oven. Close the door. Make sure it latches. Follow the directions on page 6 to set the oven to COOK for 2 mlnutes. When me ttme is up me water should be heated. wall receptacle is properly grounded and polarized, have it checked by a qualified electrician. It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have a properly grounded and correctly polarized 3-prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician. Consult a quallfled electrlcian if me grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is property grounded. It Is NOT recommended to use an extension cord with Your mlcrowave oven, but if You find lt necessary to do so tempomrlly (until a properly grounded and polarized 3-prong receptacle Is Installed), use only a heavy duly UL llsted 3 wire groundlng tYpe extenslon cord containing three 16 gauge (mlnlmum) 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 J-prong grounding 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. 9. This mlcrowave oven Is deslgned for use In the household only and must not be used for commercial purposes. DO NOT remove me door, control panel, or cabinet at any ttme. The untt Is equipped with high voltage and should not be serviced unless by an authorized Whirlpool” service technician. SAW THESE INSTRUCTIONS Custom mounting your microwave Your microwave oven is not limited to carts, counters or tables. Custom installations are made easy with kits available from your dealer. 1. Attach the microwave oven to the wall. 4158002 Wall Mounting Kit 2. Attach the microwave oven directly to the underside of a cabinet. 4158000 Under-the-Cabinet Mounting Kit 4158025 Under-the-Cabinet Spacer Kit Do not Install the oven next to or over a conventlonal surtace unlt or In any area where excessive heat and steam are generated. l’hls could damage the mlcrowave oven. oven I Caring for your microwave oven Cleaning the microwave oven Wipe often with warm sudsy water and a soft cloth or sponge. The glass tray may be removed for cleaning. Wash by hand in mild detergent or in the automatic dishwasher. ALWAYSOPERATEOVEN WITH GLASS TRAYIN PLACE. for stubborn soil, boil a cup of water in me oven for 2 or 3 minutes. Steam will soften me soil. Abrasive cleansers, steel wool pads, gritty wash clothes, ek, can damage the control panel, and the lnterlor and exterior oven surtacer Use a sofl cloth or a sponge with a mlld detergent or spray glass cleaner. Be sure to clean the areas where the door and oven frame touch when closed. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together on closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft d0m. Rinse well. Operating safety precautions To reduce the risk d fir@ eleclrical shock, InJury to persons, or damage when using lhe mlcrowave oven, follow the precautlonr on pages 1042. NEVERCOOKOR REHEATAWNOUEGG. Uqulds heated In cetialn containers (especially cytlndrtcal-shaped containers) may become overheated. The llquld may splash out with a loud nolse durtng or after heating or when addlng lngredlents (coffee, etc) resulting In harm to the oven and possible personal InJury. For best results sttr any llquld several times before heatlng or reheating. Steam bulld-up In whole eggs may cause them to burst and bum you, and possibly damage the oven Slice hard boiled eggs before healtng. In rare instances, poached eggs havebeenknownto explode. Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cultlng Intothem. NEVER lean on me door or allow a child to swlng on itwhenthedoorlsopen. InJury could result. DO NOT can foods In me oven. Closed glass lars may explode resulting In damage to the oven or possible personal InJury. I ’ / , USE HOT PADS. Mlcrowave energy does not heat contalners, but the hot food does. You could get burned. DO NOT let the oven contlnuetoopemte after removlng time. Addltlonal l l l 10 food. Cancel I DO NOT heat, store or use flammable or Inflammable materials In or near the oven. Fumes can create a fire hazard or exploslon. DoNoTusetheovento sterlllze objects (baby boffles, etc.). it Is dlfflcult to malntaln the hlgh temperature required for safe sterlllzatton. Do NOTdeepfryInthe oven. Mlcrowavabie utensils are not sultabie and It Is difficult to malntaln approprlate deep frying tempemtures Precautions Carefuliy place cookware on glass tray to avoid possible breakage Handle glass tray wtth care when removing from oven to avoid possible breakage When a browning dlsh is used, the brownlng dlsh bottom must be at least 3/16 Inch above glass turntable DoNOTWetheOVen for storage. Do not leave paper products, book or cooklng utensils In the oven when not In use. Fire may result If someone accldentally starts the oven. Don’t let anythlng touch the top of the oven. If a tire should start In the oven cavity: l keep door closed l lumovenofi l dlsoonrnot lhe powor supplyatthecord,tuseor clrcult breaker. DO NOT pop popcorn, except In a mlcrowavs wwvd popcorn popper or commercial package deslgned especially for mlcrowave ovens. NEVERtrytopopcornln a paper bag. Overcooklng may result In smoke and tire. Starting a mlcrowave oven when It& empty Is not recommended. If you experlment, put a container of water In the oven. NEVER remove the stirrer cover. The plastic cover protects the mlcrowave stirrer blade tram soll or bendlng. DO musenewspaper or other prlnted paper In the oven. Fire could result. DoNoTovERcooK POTATOES.Flm could result. At the end of the recommended cooklng time they should be sllghtty flrm. Wrap In foil and set aslde for 5 mlnutes. They will tlnlsh cooklng while standlng. DoNoTmountthlsoven over a cooktop or range. Damage to the oven may result DO NOT try to melt parattln wax In the oven. You may be burned. Do WT dry flowers, hult, herbs, wood. paper, gourds or clothes In the oven. Fire may result. connnued on next page 11 General Information If your electric power line voltage Is less than the normal 120 volts, cooklng times may be longer. To test a dlsh for safe use, put It Into the oven wlth a cup of water berlde lt. Cook on hlgh Cook Power for one mlnute. If the dish gets hot and waler stays cool, do not use lt. If time Is left on the timer when you remove food from the oven, turn the timer to “OFF” before closing the door. Thls prevents the oven from operating. If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: 1. Before Calling for assistance... 2. If you need assistance%. Performance problems often result from llttle things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any klnd. It nothlng operates: l lsthe oven correctly plugged Into a live clrcult wlth the proper voltage? [See page 8.) l Have you checked your home’s maln fuses or clrcult breaker box? l Have you checked the electric company for a power failure? If the mlcrowave oven will not fun: l Isthetlmerset? l Is the door firmly closed and latched? l Dld you follow the dlrectlons exactly? It mlorowave oooklng times seem too long: l Is the electric supply to your home or wall outlet low or lower than normal? Your electric company can tell you lf the line voltage is low. Your electrician or service technician can. tell you if the outlet voltage is low. l Is the Cook Power set correctly? l Are you allowing more time when cooklng morethanonefoodltem? If the tan seems to be funning slower than usual: l Has the oven been stored In a cold area? The fan will run slower unttl the oven warms up to normal rcom temperature. Call Whlrlpool COOL-LINE@ service asslstanoe telephone number. Dlal tree from anywhere In the U.S.: l-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained Consultants. The Consultants can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory opemtion from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. continued 12 on next page 3. If you need service%. Whirlpool has a -&ydtuz rlzed Whirlpod” service companies. Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the Unlted States To locate the author&d Whlrlpaol service company in your area, call our COOL-LINE@ sewice assistance telephone number (see Step 2) or look In your telephone directory Yellow Pages under: APPLIANCES-HOUSEHOLDMAJOR-SERVICE 6 REPAIR ELECTMCAL APPLIANCESMUOR-REPIIRING A WITS 4. If you have a problem%. Call our COOL-LINE sewlce assistance telephonenumbef(seeStep2)andtatkwlttlone of our consultants, or it You prefer, write to: Mr. DonaM Skinner Dlrector of consumer Raanons WhIrlpool corporation 2oooM-63 Benton Harbor, MI 49022 Please Include a daYtlme phone number in your correspondenca l lfyoumu.stcallorwrite,pbasepmmide model number, serial number, date d purcs”,p complete description ot the ldomdbnlsneededinorderto better r&pond to Your request for assistance OR WA!%ING MACHINES. DRYERS a WONERS-SERVICING WHIRLPOOLAPPLIANCES AUTHORIZED WHIRLPOOLSERVICE SERVICE XYZ SERVICECO 123 MAPLE COMPANIES 999.9993 13 Notes 14 l! WHIRLPOOL” MICROWA~ OVEN WARRANTY l.W@TH OF WARRANTY MWOOi WHIRLPOOL Will PAY FOR RRl ONE-YEAR WARRAHlV From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship Service must be provided bY an authortzed Whirlpod” service company. LlMlTED FOUR-YEAR WARRAm Second Through Fifth Year From Date of Purchase FSP@replacement magnetron In materials or workmanshlp. tube on mlcrowave ovens If defecttve WHWl.POOl WILL NOY PAY FOR A. 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. R Repairs when microwave oven is used in other than normal, single-family household use. C. Pick up and dellvery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home. D. Damage to microwave oven caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of products not approved bY Whirlpool. E. Any labor costs during the limited warrantv. WHIRLPOOLCORPORATION SHALL NOT BELIABLEFOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or llmltatton of lncldental or consequenttal damages so thls llmltatlon or exclusion may not apply to You. Thls warranty gives You speclflc legal rights, and You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Outslde the Unlted States, a dlfferent warranty may apply. For details. please contact Your franchised Whlrlpool dlstrlbutor or mllltary exchange. Part No. 4874610A/4158513 Q 1989 Whirlpool Corporation z Makers. Dishwashers. Bwlt-In Ovens and Surlace lln~tr. Ranges. Mlcroware Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Au Condllloners. Oehumldlfws. Automallc Washers, Clolhes