White-Westinghouse WST3506SB manual

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    SCANNING MICROWAVE OVEN Reads package barcodes for fast and easy microwave cooking. WST3506SB You can be sure...if it’s Westinghouse[...]

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    15. See surface, door cleaning instructions on page 19. 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 cooking. b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven. c. If ma[...]

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    15. See surface, door cleaning instructions on page 19. 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 cooking. b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven. c. If ma[...]

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    Cooking Accessories (not included with Microwave) Remarks Plastic containers Use microwave-safe containers only. Follow the manufacturer’s 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 vente[...]

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    Cooking Accessories (not included with Microwave) Remarks Plastic containers Use microwave-safe containers only. Follow the manufacturer’s 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 vente[...]

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    Choose a Location Because you will be using your Westinghouse Microwave Oven frequently, choose a location that allows convenient access. Keep these points in mind when deciding where to place your oven: • The oven must be placed on a firm, level surface. • Be sure that air can circulate freely around the oven. Allow two inches of clearance aro[...]

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    Choose a Location Because you will be using your Westinghouse Microwave Oven frequently, choose a location that allows convenient access. Keep these points in mind when deciding where to place your oven: • The oven must be placed on a firm, level surface. • Be sure that air can circulate freely around the oven. Allow two inches of clearance aro[...]

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    Control Panel The control panel is shown in Figure 3, below. Control panel push buttons and features are described in Table 1, immediately following.               [...]

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    Control Panel The control panel is shown in Figure 3, below. Control panel push buttons and features are described in Table 1, immediately following.               [...]

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    Pause Function During cooking, the oven will stop operating if: • The door is opened • STOP/CANCEL is pressed However, the cooking program is not canceled. To resume cooking, close the door and press START . To cancel the cooking program completely, press STOP/CANCEL twice. Fan Protection When the cooking time is longer than 5 minutes, the fan [...]

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    Pause Function During cooking, the oven will stop operating if: • The door is opened • STOP/CANCEL is pressed However, the cooking program is not canceled. To resume cooking, close the door and press START . To cancel the cooking program completely, press STOP/CANCEL twice. Fan Protection When the cooking time is longer than 5 minutes, the fan [...]

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    Two Stage Microwave Cooking For best results, many foods need to be cooked in two stages; that is, you begin cooking at one power level and then complete cooking on a second power level. To program your Westinghouse Microwave Oven for two stage cooking: 1. Select the desired power level for stage one by pressing POWER until the desired power level [...]

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    Two Stage Microwave Cooking For best results, many foods need to be cooked in two stages; that is, you begin cooking at one power level and then complete cooking on a second power level. To program your Westinghouse Microwave Oven for two stage cooking: 1. Select the desired power level for stage one by pressing POWER until the desired power level [...]

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    • The length of time necessary to defrost food will depend on how frozen the food is. • When defrosting food that has been stored in plastic containers: thaw only until the food will slide out of the plastic container. Then transfer the food to a microwave-proof container to complete defrosting. • If you are unsure about the weight of the foo[...]

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    • The length of time necessary to defrost food will depend on how frozen the food is. • When defrosting food that has been stored in plastic containers: thaw only until the food will slide out of the plastic container. Then transfer the food to a microwave-proof container to complete defrosting. • If you are unsure about the weight of the foo[...]

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    4. At the end of the cooking time, the oven will beep four times and the time of day will reappear in the display window. Press the door release to open the door and using oven mitts, remove the food. If the oven does NOT find the barcode in its database: If th e oven doe s not find th e barco de in its da tabase , the mes sage NOT IN MEMORY ap pea[...]

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    4. At the end of the cooking time, the oven will beep four times and the time of day will reappear in the display window. Press the door release to open the door and using oven mitts, remove the food. If the oven does NOT find the barcode in its database: If th e oven doe s not find th e barco de in its da tabase , the mes sage NOT IN MEMORY ap pea[...]

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    Table 2. Cleaning and Care of the Westinghouse Microwave Oven Surface Cleaning Procedure Door 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 door - frame, seals, latches, and hinges to remove any food particles and condensation. Exterior[...]

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    Table 2. Cleaning and Care of the Westinghouse Microwave Oven Surface Cleaning Procedure Door 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 door - frame, seals, latches, and hinges to remove any food particles and condensation. Exterior[...]

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    Container Size Guidelines for Microwave Cooking When heating foods in a microwave oven, it is important to use a microwave-safe, clear, glass container that is large enough to allow the food to heat evenly and to prevent hot liquids from boiling over. Always follow package directions for the recommended container size, or use the following guidelin[...]

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    Container Size Guidelines for Microwave Cooking When heating foods in a microwave oven, it is important to use a microwave-safe, clear, glass container that is large enough to allow the food to heat evenly and to prevent hot liquids from boiling over. Always follow package directions for the recommended container size, or use the following guidelin[...]

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    Power Level Use P 4 Cook less tender cuts of meats P 3 Melt butter and chocolate P 2 Soften butter & cheese P 1 (Low) Soften ice cream Raise yeast dough Keep cooked foods warm for short periods of time Vegetable Quantity Container / Liquid Power Level Approx. Minutes Asparagus Cuts 3 cups, cut into 1 to 2 inch pieces 2 quart casserole, add 1/2 [...]

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    Power Level Use P 4 Cook less tender cuts of meats P 3 Melt butter and chocolate P 2 Soften butter & cheese P 1 (Low) Soften ice cream Raise yeast dough Keep cooked foods warm for short periods of time Vegetable Quantity Container / Liquid Power Level Approx. Minutes Asparagus Cuts 3 cups, cut into 1 to 2 inch pieces 2 quart casserole, add 1/2 [...]

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    Miscellaneous Cooking Guide Al way s c ook in m ic row ave -s afe con ta ine rs. Pa per is a cc ept abl e f or s ome foo ds . DO NOT US E M ETA L CO NT AIN ERS . C ook ing ti mes and fo od q uan tit ie s sh oul d b e us ed a s g uid eli ne s on ly. Food Power Level Time Comments Appetizers Party Mix (21/2 quarts) P 10 5 to 7 minutes Stir every 2 to[...]

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    Miscellaneous Cooking Guide Al way s c ook in m ic row ave -s afe con ta ine rs. Pa per is a cc ept abl e f or s ome foo ds . DO NOT US E M ETA L CO NT AIN ERS . C ook ing ti mes and fo od q uan tit ie s sh oul d b e us ed a s g uid eli ne s on ly. Food Power Level Time Comments Appetizers Party Mix (21/2 quarts) P 10 5 to 7 minutes Stir every 2 to[...]

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    Food Power Level Time Comments Meat Casseroles with pre-cooked Meat and Ingredients P 10 19 to 30 minutes Stir halfway through cooking time. Meat Stews with raw Meat and Vegetables P 5 70 to 80 minutes Rearrange or stir halfway through cooking time. Meat Patties (4 per lb, or 4 oz each) P 10 5 to 7 minutes Place on paper towel-lined plate. Rearrang[...]

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    Food Power Level Time Comments Meat Casseroles with pre-cooked Meat and Ingredients P 10 19 to 30 minutes Stir halfway through cooking time. Meat Stews with raw Meat and Vegetables P 5 70 to 80 minutes Rearrange or stir halfway through cooking time. Meat Patties (4 per lb, or 4 oz each) P 10 5 to 7 minutes Place on paper towel-lined plate. Rearrang[...]

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    Reheating Guide St ir or re ar ra ng e l ar ge am ou nt of fo od aft er ha lf th e s ug ge st ed he at in g t ime . To be tho ro ug hl y h ea te d, fo od sh ou ld re ac h a te mp er at ur e o f 1 60 F t o 1 65 F. All ow fo od s t o s ta nd a f ew mi nu te s b ef or e s er vin g. Food Quantity Power Level Approx Minutes Appetizers Saucy meatballs, r[...]

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    Reheating Guide St ir or re ar ra ng e l ar ge am ou nt of fo od aft er ha lf th e s ug ge st ed he at in g t ime . To be tho ro ug hl y h ea te d, fo od sh ou ld re ac h a te mp er at ur e o f 1 60 F t o 1 65 F. All ow fo od s t o s ta nd a f ew mi nu te s b ef or e s er vin g. Food Quantity Power Level Approx Minutes Appetizers Saucy meatballs, r[...]

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    • To help loosen peels on fresh peaches or tomatoes, heat on high power for 10 to 30 seconds, depending on the fruit and size. Let stand for 10 minutes for peeling. • Before grilling meat or poultry, microwave on high power for about 3 minutes per pound. This will reduce the grilling time and help to keep the meat or poultry from drying out whi[...]

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    • To help loosen peels on fresh peaches or tomatoes, heat on high power for 10 to 30 seconds, depending on the fruit and size. Let stand for 10 minutes for peeling. • Before grilling meat or poultry, microwave on high power for about 3 minutes per pound. This will reduce the grilling time and help to keep the meat or poultry from drying out whi[...]

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    Frequently Asked Questions Q. I am having trouble with the scanning wand. A. Try moving the wand back and forth across the barcode several times. Try scanning from corner to corner. It is easier to move the scanning wand smoothly with a quick motion rather than a slow motion. Q. When the oven is plugged into a wall outlet for the first time, it doe[...]

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    Frequently Asked Questions Q. I am having trouble with the scanning wand. A. Try moving the wand back and forth across the barcode several times. Try scanning from corner to corner. It is easier to move the scanning wand smoothly with a quick motion rather than a slow motion. Q. When the oven is plugged into a wall outlet for the first time, it doe[...]

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    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 da[...]

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    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 da[...]

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    SCANNING MICROWAVE OVEN Reads package barcodes for fast and easy microwave cooking. WST3506SB You can be sure...if it’s Westinghouse[...]