Kenmore 721.61102 Microwave Oven User Guide

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MICROWAVE OVEN

Use and Care Guide

Models 721.61102

721.61109

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

P/NO.: 3828W5A2225 www.sears.com

WARRANTY

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON MICROWAVE OVEN

For one year from the date of purchase, if this Kenmore microwave oven fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge.

FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY ON THE MAGNETRON

For five years from the date of purchase, if the magnetron in this Kenmore microwave oven fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge.

The above warranty coverage applies only to microwave ovens which are used for private household purposes.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY RETURNING THE MICROWAVE TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY …

• 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 interlock.

• 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:
  — door (bent)
  — hinges and latches (broken or loosened)
  — door seals and sealing surfaces.

• Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door , or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

• The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded! If an electrical short circuit occurs, 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.
Put the plug into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING

If you use the grounding plug improperly, you risk electric shock.

Ask a qualified electrician if you do not understand the grounding instructions or if you wonder whether the appliance is properly grounded.
This appliance has a short power supply cord to reduce the risk or anyone s tripping over or becoming entangled in the cord. You may use an extension cord if you are careful.

If you use an extension cord, be sure that:

• the marked rating of the extension cord shall be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.
• the extension cord is a grounding-type 3-wire cord.

Three-Pronged (Grounding) Plug

• the extension cord does not drape over a countertop or tabletop, where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.
• the electrical cord is dry and not pinched or crushed in any way.

NOTE: This oven draws 13 amperes at 120 Volts, 60 Hz.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The safety instructions below will tell you how to use your oven to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your oven.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

1. Read all the instructions before using your oven.
2. Do not allow children to use this oven without close supervision!
3. Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found on page 3.
4. Do not tamper with the built — in safety switches on the oven door! The oven has several built-in safety switches to make sure the power is off when the door is open.
5. When cleaning the door and the surfaces that touch the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents and a sponge or soft cloth.
6. If your oven is dropped or damaged, have it thoroughly checked by a qualified service technician before using it again.
7. To avoid a fire hazard:
a) Do not severely overcook foods. It can cause a fire in the oven.
b) Do not use recycled paper products in your oven. They can contain particles that can cause arcing or may ignite.
c) Do not overcook potatoes. Overcooking could cause a fire.
d) Do not store combustible items (bread, cookies, etc.) in the oven , because if lightning strikes the power line, it may cause the oven to turn ON.
e) Do not use wire twist-ties in the oven. Be sure to remove them before placing the item in the oven.
f) Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
8. If a fire should start:
a) Keep the oven door closed.
b) Turn the oven off.
c) Disconnect the power cord or shut off the power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
9. Do not use this oven for commercial purposes, This microwave is made for household use only.
10. Install or locate this appliance in accordance with the provided installation instructions,
11. To avoid electric shock:
a) This appliance must be grounded! Connect it only to a properly grounded outlet. (See the Grounding instructions on page 3.)
b) 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.
c) Do not immerse the electrical cord or plug in water.
d) Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
e) This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel.
12. To avoid improperly cooking some foods:
a) Do not heat any types of baby bottles or baby food. Uneven heating may occur and injury.
b) Do not heat small-necked containers, such as syrup bottles.
c) Do not deep-fat fry in your microwave oven.
d) Do not attempt home canning in your microwave oven.
e) Do not heat whole eggs in the shell water with oil or fat, and sealed containers or closed glass jars. These items may explode.
13. Keep the glass tray and the turntable roller rest in the oven when you are cooking.
14. Do not use the oven outdoors. Do not store the oven outdoors. Do not use this product near water.
15. Do not cover or block any openings in the oven.
16. Do not run the microwave oven empty.
17. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter.
18. Do not heat glass turntable excessively.
— Do not cook bacon directly on the glass turntable.
— Do not allow the grey film on special microwave cooking packages to touch the glass turntable. Put the package on a microwave-safe dish.
— Keep a browning dish at least 3/16 inch above the glass turntable. If you use the browning dish incorrectly, you could break the glass turntable.
19. Be careful not to chip or scratch the edges of the turntable. Chips or scratches may cause the turntable to break during use.
20. UNDER-CABINET
a) Do not Operate any heating or cooking appliance beneath the appliance.
b) Do not mount unit over or near any portion of heating or cooking appliance.
c) Do not mount over sink.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

SPECIFICATIONS

Power Supply|

120 V AC, 60 Hz

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Rated Power Consumption|

1050 W

Microwave Output|

*700 W

Rated Current|

9.3 A

Overall Dimensions (WxHxD)|

19″ x 11″ x 12 ⅞”

Oven Cavity Dimensions (WxHxD)|

12¼” x 7¾” x 12½”

Capacity of Oven Cavity|

0.7 Cu. ft.

• IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD

Specifications subject to change without prior notice.

INSTALLATION

1. Remove your Kenmore microwave oven and all packing materials from the shipping carton.

2. Place the oven on a level surface that provides at least 4 inches of space at the left, right, top, and rear sides for proper ventilation.

NOTE: Do not install your oven over a range, cooktop, or other heat- producing appliance. This oven is not designed for built-in use.

3. Place the turntable roller rest in the circle on the oven floor and then place the glass turntable on the top of the turntable roller rest.

NOTE: Never place the glass turntable in the oven upside down.

NOTE: Blocking the inlet and/or outlet openings can damage the oven.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

1. See-Through Door
2. Easy-Clean Oven Cavity
3. Oven Control Panel
4. Safety Interlock System

Your oven comes with the following accessories:
1 Use and Care Guide
1 Glass Turntable
1 Turntable Roller Rest

Glass Turntable

Turntable Roller Rest

CONTROL PANEL

1. DISPLAY. The Display includes a clock and indicators that tell you time of day, cooking time settings, and cooking functions selected.
2. QUICK TOUCH POPCORN. Touch this pad to pop a bag of microwave popcorn without entering a cook power or time.
3. QUICK TOUCH BEVERAGE. Touch this pad to heat up to 2 cups of beverage without entering a cook power or time.
4. QUICK TOUCH POTATO.  Touch this pad to cook up to 4 potatoes without entering a cook power or time.
5. AUTO DEFROST. Touch this pad to thaw meat, fish, or poultry by entering a weight.
6. CLOCK. Touch this pad to enter the time of day.
7. KITCHEN TIMER.  Touch this pad to use your microwave oven as a kitchen timer.
8. QUICK ON. Touch this pad to cook at 100% cook power for 1 to 9 minutes.
9. NUMBER PADS. Touch Number Pads to enter cooking time, power level, quantities, or weights.
10. COOK TIME. Touch this pad to set a cooking time
11. POWER. Touch this pad to set a cooking power.
12. STOP/CLEAR. Touch this pad to stop the oven or clear entries.
13. START. Touch this pad to start all entries (except the QUICK TOUCH and QUICK ON functions which start automatically) and to turn Child Lock on or off.

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 oven beside the cookware.
3. Microwave on 100% Power for 1 minute. If the dish is warm it should not be used for microwave cooking.

Ovenproof Glass

• 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

• Bowls, cups, serving plates, and platters without metallic trim can be used in your 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 whenever the wrap touches the food.
• 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 plastic wrap. This will allow excess steam to escape.
• Use plastic dishes, cups, semi-rigid freezer containers, and plastic bags only for short time cooking. Use these with care because the plastic may soften from the heat of the food.

Paper

• Microwave-safe paper towels, waxed paper, paper napkins, and paper plates with no metallic trim or design can be used in your oven.
• Refer to the manufacturer s label for use of any paper product in the microwave oven.

| Metal Utensil

• Metal shields food from microwave energy and produces uneven cooking. Avoid metal skewers, thermometers, or foil trays.
• Metal utensils can cause arcing, which is a discharge of electric current. Arcing can damage your microwave oven.

Metal Decoration

• Do not use metal-trimmed or metal-banded dinnerware, casserole dishes, etc.

Centura Tableware

• The Corning Company recommends that you do not use Centura tableware and some Corelle closed-handle cups for microwave cooking.

Aluminum Foil

• Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil because they hinder cooking and may cause arcing.
• Use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs and wings.
• Keep all aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the walls and door of the oven.

Wood

• Wooden bowls, boards, and baskets will dry out and may split or crack when you use them in the microwave oven.

Tightly Closed Containers

• Tightly closed cookware can explode. Be sure to leave an opening for steam to escape from covered cookware.

Brown Paper

• Avoid using brown paper bags. They absorb heat and could burn.

Metal Twist Ties

• Always remove metal twist ties as they can become hot and cause a fire.

TIPS FOR MICROWAVE COOKING

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 brushed with a browning agent, such as Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, or barbecue sauce.

COVERING
A cover traps heat and steam and causes the food to cook more quickly. Use a 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 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.

SPACING
Arrange individual foods, such as baked potatoes, cupcakes, and hers d oeuvres in a circle and at least 1 inch apart. This will help the food cook more evenly.

STIRRING
Stirring blends flavors and redistributes the heat in foods. Always stir from the outside toward the center of the dish. Food at the outside of the dish heats first.

TURNING
Large foods, such as roasts and whole poultry, should be turned so that the top and bottom cook evenly. Also turn over chicken pieces and chops.

ARRANGEMENT
Do not stack food. Arrange in a single layer in the dish for more even cooking. Because dense foods cook more slowly, place thicker portions of meat, poultry fish, and vegetables toward the outside of the dish.

TESTING FOR DONENESS
Because foods cook quickly in a microwave oven, you need to test frequently for doneness.

STANDING TIME
Food often needs to stand from 2 to 15 minutes after you remove it from the even. 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 iF during standing time.

SHIELDING
To prevent some portions of rectangular or square dishes from overcooking, you may need to shield them with small strips of aluminum foil to block the microwaves. You can also cover poultry legs and wing tips with foil to keep them from overcooking. Always keep foil at least 1 inch from oven walls to prevent arcing.

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.

CLEANING

Wipe the oven inside and outside with a soft cloth and a mild detergent solution. Then rinse and wipe dry. This should be done weekly or more often, if needed.
Never use cleaning powders or rough pads.
Excessive oil splatters on the inside top will be difficult to remove if left for many days. Wipe splatters with a wet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken or bacon.

REMOVABLE PARTS
The turntable and turntable roller rest are removable, They should be hand- washed in warm (not hot) water with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Once they are clean, rinse well and dry with a soft cloth. Never use cleaning powders, steel wool, or rough pads.

• The turntable may be cleaned at the sink. Be careful not to chip or scratch the edges as this may cause the turntable to break during use.
• The turntable roller rest should be cleaned regularly.

SPECIAL CARE
For best performance and safety, the inner door panel and the oven front frame should be free of food or grease buildup. Wipe often with a mild detergent; then rinse and wipe dry. Never use cleaning powders or rough pads.

After cleaning the control panel, touch STOP/CLEAR to clear any entries that might have been entered accidentally while cleaning the panel.

USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

SETTING THE CLOCK

When your oven is plugged in or after a power interruption, 0 will appear on the display.

Example: To set the clock for 11:11.

NOTE: This is a 12 hour clock.

KITCHEN TIMER

Your microwave oven can be used as a kitchen timer, You can set up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.

Example: To set 3 minutes.

CHILD LOCK

You can use this safety feature to lock the control panel so that children cannot use the oven when you do not want them to and when you are cleaning the oven.

To set CHILD LOCK:

To cancel CHILD LOCK:

QUICK ON

This time-saving feature lets you cook at 100% power for up to 9 minutes. Once you select the cook time, the oven will start automatically.

Example: To cook for 8 minutes.

3. At the end of the cook time, two short tones and one long tone will sound. The oven will stop.|

TIMED COOKING

This feature lets you program a specific cook time and power. For best results, there are 10 power level settings in addition to HIGH power (100%). Refer to the Microwave Power Level Chart on page 11 for more information.

NOTE: If you do not select a power level, the oven will automatically cook at HIGH (100%) power.

Example: To cook for 5 minutes, 30 seconds at 80% power.

6. At the end of the cook time, two short tones and one long tone will sound. The oven will stop.|

MULTI-STAGE COOKING

For best results, some recipes carl for different cook powers during different stages of a cook cycle. You can program your oven to switch from one power level to another for up to 3 stages.

NOTE: If you are using the AUTO DEFROST feature as one of the cooking stages_ it must be programmed as the first stage.

Example: To set a 2-stage cook cycle.

10. When the first stage is over, you will hear two short tones as the oven begins the second cook stage.
11. At the end of the cooking time, 2 short tones and 1 long tone will sound.  |

MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS

Your microwave oven has 10 cook power levels to let you cook or heat a wide variety of foods. Refer to the chart below for suggestions:

Microwave Power Level Chart

10
(High)|

• Boiling water.
• Making candy.
• Cooking poultry pieces, fish, & vegetables.
• Cooking tender cuts of meat.
• Whole poultry.

9|

• Reheating rice, pasta, & vegetables.

8|

• Reheating prepared foods quickly.
• Reheating sandwiches.

7|

• Cooking egg, milk, and cheese dishes.
• Cooking cakes, breads.
• Melting chocolate.

6|

• Cooking veal.
• Cooking whole fish.
• Cooking puddings and custard.

5|

• Cooking ham, whole poultry, lamb.
• Cooking rib roast, sirloin tip.

4|

• Thawing meat, poultry, and seafood.

3|

• Cooking less tender cuts of meat.
• Cooking pork chops, roast.

2|

• Taking chill out of fruit.
• Softening butter.

1|

• Keeping casseroles and main dishes warm.
• Softening butter and cream cheese.

0|

• Standing time.

QUICK TOUCH COOKING

Use this function to cook food without entering a cook time or power, Refer to the Quick Touch Cook Chart below for more information.

Example; To cook a 1.75 oz. bag of microwave popcorn.

3. At the end of cooking time 2 short tones and 1 long tone will sound. The oven will stop.| ****

Example 2: To cook 1 potato.

3. At the end of cooking time 2 short tones and 1 long tone will sound, The oven will stop.|

Quick Touch Cook Chart

NOTE: No cover is needed for the QUICK TOUCH foods listed in this chart.

2 times
3 times| 3.5 oz.
3.0 oz.
1.75 oz.**|

• Follow package instructions.
• Use popcorn package which is made especially for microwave cooking.
• Do not try to pop unpopped kernels.
• Heat only 1 package at a time.
• Do not leave the microwave oven unattended while popping popcorn.

BEVERAGE| 1 time
2 times| 1 cup
2 cups|

• Use mug or microwave-safe cup.
• Stir after reheating.

POTATO| 1 time
2 times
3 times
4 times| 1 ea (8 oz.)
2 ea (16 oz.)
3 ea (24 oz.)
4 ea (32 oz.)|

• Place in center of the oven on paper towel.
• Pierce potato several times with fork.
• After cooking, let stand for 5 minutes.

When popping prepackaged popcorn;
Place carefully so the bag does not touch the oven walls. Fold each end of the bag in half toward the center top of the bag.

AUTO DEFROST

AUTO DEFROST thaws frozen food without entering a cook time or cook power. Three defrost categories are preset in your oven: Meat, Poultry; end Fish. See the Auto Defrost Chart below.

NOTES:

• For added convenience, AUTO DEFROST has a built-in reminder tone to tell you when to check, turn over. separate, or rearrange food. The oven will sound a tone twice during the defrost cycle, At each tone, open the door and turn, separate, or rearrange food. Remove any portions that have thawed. Return frozen portion to the oven and touch START to resume the defrost cycle.
• You can defrost foods that weigh 0.1 to 6.0 lbs.

For best results:

• Remove fish, shellfish, meat, and poultry from its original closed paper or plastic package (wrapper).
  Otherwise. the wrap will hold steam and juice close to the foods, which can cause the outer surface of the foods to cook.

• Shape ground meat into the form of a doughnut before freezing. When defrosting, remove thawed meat when the reminder tone sounds and continue defrosting.

• Place foods in a shallow container or on a microwave roasting rack to catch drippings.

• Food should still be somewhat icy in the center when removed from the oven.

Example: To defrost 1.2 lbs. of ground beef.

4. At the end of the defrost time, two short tones and one long tone will sound.
The oven will stop.|

Auto Defrost Chart

Category

| Touch AUTO DEFROST|

Food to be Defrosted

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MEAT|

once

| Beef
Ground beef, Round steak, Cubes for stew, Tenderloin steak, Pot roast, Rib roast, Rump roast, Chuck roast, Hamburger patty
Lamb
Chops (1 inch thick), Rolled roast
Pork
Chops (½ inch thick), Hot dogs, Spareribs, Country-style ribs.
Rolled roast, Sausage
Veal
Cutlets (1 lb., ½ inch thick)
POULTRY|

twice

| Poultry
Whole (under 4 lbs.), Cut-up, Breasts (boneless)
Cornish Hens
Whole
Turkey
Breast
FISH|

3 times

| Fish
Fillets, Whole steaks
Shellfish
Crab meat Lobster tails, Shrimp, Scallops

WARNING: Do not use aluminum foil during cooking cycle.

COOKING TIPS

Meat

1. No special techniques are required. Meat should be prepared as with conventional cooking Season if desired. Always thoroughly defrost meat before cooking.
2. Place the meat on a microwave roasting rack or microwave-proof plate and place on the turntable.
3. Cook according to the Meat Cooking Chart (below), Use the longer time for large meats and the shorter time for smaller meats. For thicker chops, use the longer time.
4. Turn the meat once halfway through the cooking time.
5. Let stand for 5-10 minutes wrapped in foil after cooking, The standing time is very important as it completes the cooking process.
6. Make sure meat, especially pork, is thoroughly cooked before eating.

Meat Cooking Chart

Cut

| Microwave Power|

Cooking Time Per Pound

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BEEF
Standing/Relied Rib
— Rare
— Medium
— Well-done
Ground Beef (to brown for casserole) Hamburgers, Fresh or defrosted (4 oz. each)
— 2 patties
— 4 patties| 8
8
8
HIGH(100%)
HIGH(100%)
HIGH(100%)| 9 to 11 minutes
10 to 12 minutes
12 to 14 minutes
7 to 9 minutes
3 to 5 minutes
4 to 6 minutes
PORK
Loin, Leg Bacon
— 4 slices
— 6 slices| 8
HIGH(100%)
HIGH(100%)| 13 to 16 minutes
3 to 4 minutes
4 to 6 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.

Poultry

1. No special techniques are required. Poultry should be prepared as with conventional cooking Season if desired.
2. Poultry should be thoroughly defrosted, Remove giblets and any meta! clamps.
3. Prick the skin and brush lightly with vegetable oil unless the poultry is self-basting.
4. All poultry should be placed on a microwave roasting rack or a microwave-proof plate and placed on the turntable.
5. Cook according to the instructions in the Poultry Cooking Chart below Turn over halfway through the cooking time. Because of its shape, poultry has a tendency to cook unevenly, especially in very bony parts. Turning during roasting helps to cook these areas evenly.
6. Let stand for 5-10 minutes wrapped in foil after cooking before carving The standing time is very important, as it completes the cooking process.
7. Make sure poultry is thoroughly cooked before eating. Whole poultry is completely cooked when the juices run clear from the inside thigh when it is pierced with a sharp knife. Poultry pieces should be pierced with a sharp knife through the thickest part to ensure that the juices are clear and the flesh is firm.

Poultry Cooking Chart

Poultry

| Microwave Power|

Cooking Time Per Pound

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CHICKEN
Whole
Breast (boned)
Portions| 8
8
8| 12 to 14 minutes
10 to 12 minutes
11 to 13 minutes
TURKEY
Whole| 8| 13 to 15 minutes

NOTES:

• 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

1. Arrange fish in a large shallow non-metallic dish or casserole.
2. Cover with pierced microwave plastic wrap or casserole lid.
3. Place the dish on the turntable.
4. Cook according to the instructions in the Fresh Fish Cooking Chart below. Flakes of butter can be added to the fish if desired.
5. Let stand as directed in the Cooking Chart before serving.
6. After standing time, check to see that the fish is thoroughly cooked. The fish should be opaque and flake easily.

Fresh Fish Cooking Chart

Fish

| Power| Cooking Time Per Pound| Butter|

Standing Time

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Fish Fillets| HIGH| 5 to 7 minutes| Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp.) lemon juice.| 2 to 3 minutes
Whole Mackerel, Cleaned and Prepared| HIGH| 5 to 7 minutes| —| 3 to 4 minutes
Whole Trout, Cleaned and Prepared| HIGH| 6 to 9 minutes| —| 3 to 4 minutes
Salmon Steaks| HIGH| 6 to 8 minutes| Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp.) lemon juice.| 3 to 4 minutes

TROUBLESHOOTING

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Operation

the oven light is not on.
Have you:

• Set a cooking time?
• Touched START?
• Checked the light bulb? 

Why does steam come out of the air exhaust vent?| Steam Is normally produced during cooking. The microwave oven has been designed to vent this steam.
Will the microwave oven be damaged if it operates empty?| Yes. Never operate the oven empty of without the glass turntable.
Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door?| No. The metal screen bounces the energy back to the oven cavity. The holes (or ports) only allow light to pass through. They do not let microwaves energy pass through.
Why does a tone sound when a pad on the control panel is touched?| The tone tells you that the setting has been entered.
Can my microwave oven be damaged if food is cooked for too long?| Like any other cooking appliance, It is possible to overcook food to the point that the food creates smoke and even possibly fire damage to the inside of the oven. It is always best to be near the oven while you are cooking.
When the oven is plugged into wall outlet for the first time, it might not work properly. What is wrong? | The microcomputer controlling your 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 oven from the 120 volt household outlet and then plug it back in to reset the microcomputer.
Why do I see light reflection around the outer case?| This light is from the oven light which is located between the oven cavity and the outer wall of the oven.
What are the various sounds I hear when the microwave oven is operating?| The clicking sound Is caused by a mechanical switch turning the microwave oven s magnetron ON and OFF.

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

Question

|

Answer

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What is wrong when baked foods have a hard, dry, brown spot?| A hard, dry, brown spot indicates overcooking. Shorten the cooking or reheating time.
Why do eggs sometimes pop?| CAUTION: Never microwave eggs in the shell.
When baking, frying, or poaching eggs, the yolk may pop due o steam build-up inside the yolk membrane, To prevent this, simply pierce the yolk with a wooden toothpick before cooking.
Why are scrambled eggs sometimes a little dry after cooking?| 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:

• Eggs vary in size. 
• Eggs are at room temperature one time and at refrigerator temperature another time.
• Eggs continue cooking during standing time.

Is it possible to pop popcorn in a microwave oven?| 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
Follow exact directions given by each manufacturer for its popcorn popping product and do not leave the oven unattended while the corn is being popped. If corn fails to pop after The suggested time, discontinue Cooking.
Overcooking could result in an oven fire.
CAUTION:

• Never use a brown paper bag for popping corn or attempt 10-pop-leftover kernels a fire could occur.
• Do not pop prepackaged commercial microwave popcorn directly on the glass turntable. To avoid excessive heating of the glass turntable, position the popcorn bag on a plate.

Why do baked apples Sometimes Burst during cooking?| 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.
Why do baked potatoes sometimes burn during cooking?| CAUTION: Do not overcook.
If the cooking time is too long. fire could result. At the end of the recommended cooking time, potatoes should be slightly firm.
Why is a standing time recommended after microwave cooking time is over?| Standing time allows foods to continue cooking evenly for a few minutes after the actual microwave oven cooking cycle. The amount of standing time depends upon the density of the foods.
Why-is-additional time required for cooking food stored in the refrigerator?| 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

You can often correct operating problems yourself. If your microwave oven fails to work properly, locate the operating problem in the list below and try the solutions listed for each problem.
If the microwave oven still does not work properly, contact the nearest Sears Service Center. Sears Service Center are fully equipped to handle your service requirements.

Problem

|

Possible Causes

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Oven does not start|

• Is the power cord plugged in?
• Is the door closed? 
• Is the cooking time set?

Arcing or Sparking|

• Are you using approved cookware?
• Is the oven empty?

Incorrect Time of Day|

• Reset the Time of Day.

Unevenly Cooked Foods|

• Are you using approved cookware? 
• Is the glass turntable in the oven? 
• Did you turn or stir the food while it was cooking?
• Were the foods completely defrosted?
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?

Overcooked Foods |

• Was the time/cooking power level correct?

Undercooked Foods|

• Are you using approved cookware? 
• Were the foods completely defrosted? 
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?
• Are the ventilation ports clear?

Improper Defrosting|

• Are you using approved cookware? 
• Was the time/cooking power level correct? 
• Did you turn or stir the food during the defrosting cycle?

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT (U.S.A. ONLY)

WARNING:
This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacture’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with limits for ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following:

• Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or television.
• Relocate the Microwave Oven with respect to the receiver.
• Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
• Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and the receiver are on different branch circuits.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.

NOTES

Get it fixed, at your home or ours!

For repair of major brand appliances in your own home…
no matter who made it, no matter who sold it!

1-800-4-MY-HOME®
(1-800-469-4663)

www.sears.com

Anytime, day or night
(U.8.A. and Canada)

www.sears.ca

For repair of carry-in products like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center.

1-800-488-1222        Anytime, day or night(U.S.A. only)

www.sears.com

For the replacement parts, accessories and owner’s manuals that you need to do-it-yourself, call Sears PartsDirect SM!

1-800-366-PART
(1-800-366-7278)

6 a.m. – 11 p.m., 7 days a week
(US.A. only)

www.sears.com/partsdirect

To purchase or inquire about a Sears Service Agreement or Sears Maintenance Agreement:

1-800-827-6655 (USA)
7 a.m. – 5p.m., CST, Mon. – Sat.

1-800-361-6665 (Canada)
9 a.m. – 8p.m., EST, M – F, 4 p.m. Sat.

Para pedir servicio de reparación a domicilio, y para ordenar piezas:
1-888-SU-HOGAR SM
(1-888-784-6427)

Au Canada pour service en francais:
1-888-LE-FOYER MC
(1-800-533-6937)
www.sears.ca

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