Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product MW3601XW Whirlpool
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Models MW3600XW MW3601XW Freezers. Refrllerator-Freezers, Ice Makers, DIshwashers. Built-In Ovens and Surlace Unlls. Ranges. MIcrowave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room AM CondItIonerr.
Contents Parts and Features, Before You Install Your Microwave Oven. Before You Use Your Microwave Oven. Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Mlcrowave Energy . Important Safety Instructions. Using Your Microwave Oven Microwave Oven Controls Audible Signals Setting the Clock .
Fill out and return the Wlcrowave Reglstratlon Card” Included wlth your oven. If the card is missing, please send the model number and serial number of your microwave oven with your name and address to.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Mlcrowave ovens have been thoroughly tested for safe and ettlclent operation. However, as with any appliance, there are speclal lnstallatlon and satety precautions which must be followed to ensure sate and satisfactory operation and prevent damage to the unlt.
Using your microwave Microwave oven controls oven There are three parts in the control section: - Dlgltal Display/Clock, and Indicator Lights - Command Pads - Number Pads lnstructlons for each control are covered on the followlng pages. Read them carefully.
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.
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.
Changing the cooking time Cooking time can be changed any time before touching START or during the cycle: 1. Touch COOK 1. 2. Touch numbers for the new time. 3. Touch START. Cook 1 will continue cooking for the new time. lower cook powers For best results, some recipes call for lower Cook Powers.
6. Touch START. d count own BEEP @JEEP BEEP Changing cook power The COOK 1 and COOK POWER Indicator Lights will stay on to show that the oven is cooking in the first cycle at a Cook Power other than high The Display Counts down the ttme to show how much cooking time IS left in the first cycle For 2 ot every 10 seconds.
2. Touch AUTO SET. (Optlon: Sklp to step 6 if you want to use the preset cooklng tlme 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). LI A The Display will show what you touched in even minutes.
Changing the pre-programmed setting You can change the pre-programmed 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.
Using PAUSE wiih QUICK DEFROST If the defrosting instructions call for stirring or turning of the food in the middle of defrost cycle, program PAUSE after QUICK DEFROST. Half way through the defrost cycle a beep will sound, “PAUS” will show on the Display and the oven will stop defrosting.
Cooking in more than one cycle at one or more cook powers For best results, some recipes call for one Cook Power for certain length of time, and another Cook Power for another length of time. Your oven can be set to change from one to another automatically.
0 A 9. Touch a Number Pad for the Cook Power you 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. 10. Touch START. d COJnt own d count own When you touch START, the COOK1 Indicator Light will stay on while the oven is cooking in the first cycle.
Cooking with the TEMPERATURE PROBE The Temperature Probe helps take guesswork out of cooking roasts and larger casseroles. The probe is designed to turn off the oven when it senses the temperature you chose. See your MICRO MENUS@ Cookbook for helpful information in cooking different types of food.
DO THIS... THIS HAPPENS... The PROBE TEMP Indicator Light will come on and the Display will 4. Touch PROBE TEMP. The Display will show the numbers you touched in the order you 5. Touch Number Pads for the desired final temperatures between 90°F and 200°F.
Hints for using the temperuture probe DO... DON’T... l use hot pads when removing probe from food or food from oven. l stir foods during cooking when recommended. * stir soups, casseroles and drinks before serving. * cover roasts with foil and let stand a few minutes after cooking.
Using PAUSE For best results, some recipes call for stirring, turning, or adding ingredients during cooking. Your microwave oven can be set to pause between COOK 1 and COOK 2, between any Cook cycle a.
Adding “PAUSE” PAUSE can be added to the cycle in operation, if there is to be another Cycle. * Touch PAUSE. 5 Touch START. The microwave oven will stop automatically.
Minute timer The microwave oven controls can be used as a kitchen timer. Use COOK 1 at “0” Cook Power for timing up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. DO THIS... THIS HAPPENS... The COOK 1 Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show four “0”s.
Delayed start The microwave oven can be set to start automatically at a later time. Use COOK 1 Cycle at “0” Cook Power to delay the start of COCK 2 for up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. DO THIS... THIS HAPPENS... 1. Put In food and close the door. See CAUTION.
7. Touch In the cooking ttme and Cook Power. The Indicator Lights and Display will show the same information as “De- frosting and cooking in two cycles” during operation.
Bi-level cooking rack Use the metal Bi-Level Cooking Rack when cooking in more than one container. The metal rack can be turned upside-down to help fit taller containers on the bottom of the oven. NOTE: Do not store the metal rack in the oven. If someone accldentaiiy starts the oven.
Installation instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN, READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY. 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.
5. Electrical requirements Observe all governing codes and ordinances. A 120 Wt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 amp tused electrlcal supply Is required (Time delay tuse Is recommended.) It Is recommended that a separate clrcult serving only this appliance be provlded.
made easy with kits available from your dealer. 1. Attach the microwave oven to the wall. 4158015 Wall Mounting Kit 2. Attach the microwave oven directly to the underside of a cabinet. Custom mounting your microwave oven Your mlcrowave oven is not limited to carts, counters or tables.
ow your microwave oven works 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. Mode Mixer Magnetron Glass Tray Microwaves are like TV waves or light waves. You can’t see them, but you can see what they do.
NEVER COOK OR Liquids heated in certain REHEAT A WHOLE EGG. containers (especially Steam build-up in whole cylindrical-shaped containers) eggs may cause them to may become overheated. The burst and burn You, and possibly damage the oven Slice hard boiled eggs before heating.
DO NOT use the oven for storage. Do not leave paper products, book or cooking utensils in the oven when not in use. Fire may result if someone acciden- tally starts the oven, Don’t let anything touch the too of the oven. Starting a microwave oven when it’s empty is not rec- ommended.
General Information T FU! If your electric power line or outlet voltage is less than normal 120 volts, cooking times may be longer. I I To test a dish for safe use, put it into the oven with a cup of water beslde lt. Cook on high Cook Power for one minute.
2. If you need assistance?.. 4. If you have a problem*... Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ service aSSiS- tance telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.
r WHIRLPOOL” MICROWAW OVEN WARRANTY l.ENOl’H OF WARRANTY RU ONE-YEAR WARRANlV From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP rePlCXem0nt parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship.
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