Whirlpool MW352EXP manual

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    MICRO WAVE Models MW3520XP MW352EXP fers, Freezers. Refngerator-Freezers, Ice Makers. Dishwashers, Built-In Ovens and Surface Units. Ranges, MIcrowave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Air Condltloners. Dehumld[...]

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    Contents Page Page Parts and Features. 2 Temperature Probe Cooking Chart 15 Before You Use Your Microwave Oven 3 Minute Timer 16 Precautions to Avoid Possible Delayed Start 17 Exposure to Excessive Cancelling Instructions IS Microwave Energy Important Safety Instructions. ,111: : 1 3 Programming Tone 18 4 Other Operating Hints 18 Using Your Microwa[...]

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    Fill out and return the “Microwave Registration Card” inside the oven. If the card is missing, please send the model number of your microwave oven, with your name and address to... Whirlpool Corporation Microwave Registration Department Administrative Center 2000 U.S. 33 North Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 This information will help us reach yo[...]

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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Microwave ovens have been used successfully in homes for a number of years. They are thoroughly tested for safe operation when used properly. However, as with any appliance, there are some special installation and safety precautions which must be followed for safe and satisfactory operation and to prevent damage to the[...]

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    Using your microwave Microwave oven controls There are three ports in the control section -The Digital Display/Clock, and Indicator Lights -Command Pads - Number Pads These will be covered on the following pages. Read them carefully. oven When you first plug in the oven, a tone sounds and the Display will be blank. If after you set tl Clock (page 6[...]

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    Setting the clock When the oven is first plugged in, the Display will be blank. If the electric power ever goes off, the Display will also be blank when the power comes back on. You can cook without setting the clock, but the Display will show a colon for 5 minutes after the cooking is done, then go blank. DO THIS... . Bill 1. Touch CLOCK SET. 2. T[...]

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    Important things to remember to get the best cooking results. l ALWAYS cook food for the minimum recommended cooking time If necessary, add time In one or two minute periods, then check for doneness to avold overcooking the food 0 Stir, turn or rearrange the food being cooked about halfway through the cooking time for most even doneness with all re[...]

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    Defrosting and 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 on your microwave oven stands for a different percentage of Cook Power (IO%, 50%, 80%, etc.). Many recipes in your MICRO MENUS” Cookbook tell you, by name, which Cook Power to use[...]

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    6. Touch START. d count own The COOK 1 Indicator Light will stay on to show that the oven is cooking. The Cook Power Indicator Light will go off. The oven will cook in the Cook Power you selected. The Display counts down the time to show how much cooking time IS left. The Cook Power can be checked by touching the COOK POWER Pad. The COOK POWER Indi[...]

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    The COOK 1 Indicator Light will come on and the Display will show a colon. 2. Touch COOK 16 2 once. The Display will show the numbers you touched in the order you touched them. This example shows 3. Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want 3 minutes, 25 seconds. in the first cycle. !5! . . -a - The COOK POWER Indicator Light will come on and[...]

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    9. Touch a Number Pad for the Cook Power you want in the second cycle. 10. Touch START. d count own d count own BEEP BEEP BEEP The Display will show what you touched. This example shows 70% of full power. When you touch START, both COOK I& 2 Indicator Lights come on to show you that the oven is cooking in the first of two Cook Cycles. The Cook [...]

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    Cooking with the TEMPERATURE PROBE followed by KEEP WARM The Temperature Probe helps take the guesswork out of cooking roasts and casseroles. The probe is designed to turn off the oven when it senses the temperature you set. See page15 for helpful information on cooking differenttypes of food. After the food reaches the temperature you set, the ove[...]

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    The Display will show what you touched. This example shows 60% of full power. 7. Touch Number Pads for the Cook Power you want. 8. Touch START. (Note: If the temperatures over 200°F (93°C) or under 90°F (32°C) are programmed, you will hear a beep and the Display will show an “E” Touch number pads for another final temperature.) (Note: If th[...]

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    For casseroles, the tip of the probe should be in the center of the food. Stir foods when recom- mended. Replace the probe. For liquids, balance the For roasts, the tip of the probe on a wooden probe should be in the spoon or spatula so the center of the largest tip of the probe is in muscle, but not touching the center of the liquid. fat or bone. [...]

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    Temperature probe cooking chart Using the internal temperature of food is an accurate method of knowing when the food is cooked the way you want it. Remember that food cooked in a microwave oven will continue to cook during the standing time. Food temperature will rise 5 tolO” during the standing time. The following chart shows how to use the Tem[...]

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    Minute timer The microwave oven controls can be used as a kitchen timer. Use COOK1 at “0” Cook Power for timing up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. DO THIS... .., : . . q 1. Touch COOK 16 2 once. 2. Touch Number Pads for the minutes and seconds you want. 3. Touch COOK POWER. 4. Touch “0” Number Pad. 5. Touch START. THIS HAPPENS... ..,,, ,) ““[...]

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    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 COOK 2 Cycle for up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. DO THIS... THIS HAPPENS... 1. Put in food and close the door. See CAUTION. 2. Touch COOK 1 & 2 once. Km I 5. Touch “0” Number Pad. 3. Touch Number Pad[...]

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    7. Touch In the cooklng ftme and Cook Power. m 8. Touch START. The Indicator Lights and Display will show the same information as “De- frosting and cooking in two cycles” during operation. During the Cook 1 Cycle the oven will be off, but the Display will count down the set time Note: If you hear the blower start when you touch START; you have [...]

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    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. If there is any damage, please do [...]

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    5. Electrical requirements Observe all governlng codes and ordinances. Al20 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only,15 or 20 amp fused electrical supply is required. (Time- delay fuse is recommended.] It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. 6. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING . Improper use of the grounding plug can result in[...]

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    Custom mounting your microwave oven 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 a wall. 788273 Wall Mounting Kit 2. Attach the microwave oven directly to the underside of a cabinet. 788262 Under-The-Cabinet Mounting Kit Cari[...]

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    Operating safety precautions 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 poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cutting into them. USE HOT[...]

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    CAUTION: DO NOT use the oven until you have read and understood ALL precautions to prevent damage to the oven. 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 some- one accidentally starts the oven. Don’t let anything touch the top of the oven. If a fire shoul[...]

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    General Information / FUSE BOX If your electric power line voltage is less than the nor- mal 120 volts, cooking times may be longer. L I 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. If you need service or assistance, w[...]

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    3. If you need service?.. Whirlpool has a nationwide net- work of franchised TECH-CAREa serv- ice Companies. TECH-CARE service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide atter- warranty servrce, anywhere in the Unrted States. To locate TECH-CARE setvlce in your area, call our COOL-LINE service assistance telephone number (s[...]

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