Kenmore 63259 Microwave Oven Instruction Manual

Kenmore 63259 Microwave Oven

Specifications

• Model Numbers: 721.63252, 721.63259
• Manufacturer: Sears, Roebuck and Co.
• Country of Origin: United States
• Warranty: 1-year warranty on microwave oven, 5-year warranty on the magnetron

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions:

To avoid exposure to excessive microwave energy, ensure the oven door closes properly without any damage to the door, hinges, latches, or seals.

Grounding Instructions:

Ensure the appliance is properly grounded to reduce the risk of electric shock. Use a properly installed and grounded outlet for the appliance’s plug.

Usage Guidelines:

• Reheat: Follow instructions in the manual for reheating food.
• Auto Cook: Use the Auto Cook feature as per the provided table.
• Add Minute: Add a minute to the cooking time as needed.
• Timed Cooking: Set the cooking time as required.
• Multi-Stage Cooking: Utilize the multi-stage cooking feature for complex recipes.
• Microwave Power Levels: Adjust power levels based on the food being prepared.

Cooking Tips:

Refer to pages 18-19 in the manual for helpful cooking tips and guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What should I do if my microwave oven fails within the warranty period?
  • A: If your Kenmore microwave oven fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within the warranty period, contact Sears for free repair services.
• Q: How can I ensure the safety of microwave usage?
  • A: Always follow the safety precautions outlined in the manual, ensure proper grounding of the appliance, and avoid operating the microwave with a damaged door.

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MICROWAVE OVEN
Use and Care Guide
HORNO DE MICROONDAS
Manual de uso y cuidado
Models/Modelos 721.63252 721.63259

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

P/No.: 3828W5A3381

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

WARRANTY SERVICE For warranty service, return the microwave to your nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center in the United States. For the location of your nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

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.

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.

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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 interlocks. · 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:
1. door (bent)
2. hinges and latches (broken or loosened) 3. 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 or the Sears Service
Department 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 of 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 extension cord has the same electrical rating as the appliance.
· 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.
· 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 13.8 amperes at 120 Volts, 60 Hz.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The safety instructions below will tell you how to use your microwave 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 microwave oven.
2. Do not allow children to use this oven without close supervisionl
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 boiit-insafety switches to make sure the power isoffwhenthe 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 chocked by a qualified service technician before using it again.
7. To avoid a fire hazard:
a) Do not severely overcook foods. It can causea 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 lines, 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 onlyto a properlygroundedoutlet.(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 workingproperly, 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. Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid. Visible
bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. This could result in very hot liquids suddenly boiling over when a spoon or other utensil is inserted into the liquid. To reduce the dsk of injury to persons; 1) Do not overheat the liquid. 2) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it. 3) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. 4) Alter heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the
container. 5) Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
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.
– for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar location.
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 _6 inch above the glass
turntable. If you use the browning dish incerroctly, 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 dudng use.
20. Some produce such as whole eggs and sealed containers * for example, closed glass jars are able to explode and should not be heated in this oven.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply Rated Power Consumption Microwave Output Rated Current Overall Dimensions(WxHxD) Oven Cavity Dimensions(WxHxD) Capacity of Oven Cavity
*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.

120V AC, 60 Hz 1650W * 1200W 13.8A
21 7/8″x12 V2″x17 %” 14 W_”x9 5/8″x15 5/8″
1.2 cu.ft
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. Blocking the inlet and/or outlet openings can damage the oven.

Countertop
_WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not install closer than 4 inches to side and back wall.
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PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

See*Through Door

Easy-Clean Oven Cavity

Your oven comes with the following accessories:

1 Use and Care Guide

1 Glass Turntable

Glass Turntable

1 Turntable Roller Rest

Oven Control — – Panel

Safety Interlock System
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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 SENSOR. This pad allows you to cook most of your favorite foods without having to select cooking times and power levels.
3. MORE / LESS. All of the one touch cook and Timed Cook can be adjusted to cook food for a longer or shorter time. MORE m,Press MORE will add 10 seconds to the cooking time. LESS _ Press LESS will subtract 10 seconds to the cooking time.
4. AUTO DEFROST. This pad is an accurate defrosting method for frozen meat, poultry and fish up to 6.0 Ibs or 4.0 kgs.
5. NUMBER PADS. Touch Number Pads to enter cooking time, power level, quantities, or weights.
6. COOK TIME. Touch this pad to set a cooking time.
7. STOP/CLEAR. Touch this pad to stop the oven or clear entries.
8. EXPRESS DEFROST. This pad provides you with the quick defrosting method for 1.0 poundfrozen foods.
9. MELT. Touch this pad to melt chocolate, cheese, butter, or marshmallows.
10. SOFTEN. Touchthis pad to soften ice cream, cream cheese, butter, or frozen juice.
11. AUTO COOK. Touchthis pad to select programmingfood items. 12. KITCHEN TIMER. Touch this pad to use your microwave oven as a
kitchen timer.
13. CLOCK. Touch this pad to enter the time of day.
14. OPTION. Touchthis pad to change the oven’s default settings for sound, clock, scroll speed and Lbs/Kg.
15. POWER. Touchthis pad to set a cooking power.
16. ADD MINUTE. Touch this pad to cook at 100% cook power for 1 minute to 99 minutes 59 seconds.
17. START. Touch this pad to start all entries (except the Quick Touch Sensor, Express Defrost, Auto Cook and Add Minute function which start automatically) and to turn Child Lock on or off.

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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.

USE
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 wherever 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.

DO NOT USE
Metal Utensils · 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 TM Tableware · The Coming Company recommends that you
de not use Centura tableware and some Corelle TM 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.

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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 hors 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.
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.

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 Depending on density, food often needs to stand from 2 to 15 minutes after you remove it from the oven. Usually, you need to cover food during standing time to retain heat. Remove most foods when they are slightly underceoked and they will finish cooking during standing time. The internal temperature of food will rise about 10°F during standing time.
SHIELDING To prevent some portions of rectangular or square dishes from overceoking, 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.
· 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.

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CLOCK

Example: To set the clock for 10:30 (AM).

Touch:

Display Shows:

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NOTE: This is a 24 hour clock. You can switch between AM and PM by touching 1 or 2 after step 4.

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.

Touch:

Display Shows:

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,HILD 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:

Touch:

Display Shows:

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2. CSTART_ Touch and hold
until LOCKED
appears in the display (approximately 4 seconds).

To cancel CHILD LOCK:

Touch:

Display Shows:

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(approximately 4 seconds).

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TIMER and time counting down.

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QUICK TOUCH SENSOR OPERATION INSTRUCTION

Sensor touch cooking provides exciting new features to make microwaving easier. Sensor menu with all the popular food choices, helps you to reheat perfectly because it has been pre-programmed and can tell how long to reheat food items.
Categories: Reheat, Potato, Rice Popcorn, Fresh Vegetable Frozen Vegetable, Frozen Entree
For most Quick Touch Sensor Cooking programs, a table with specific food examples and cooking instructions is provided in the next a few pages. · The Sensor Touch system works by detecting a build-up
of vapor. · Make sure the door remains closed. · Once the vapor is detected, two beeps will sound. · Opening the door or touching the STOP/CLEAR pad
before the vapor is detected will abort the process. The oven will stop. · Before using Quick Touch Sensor, make sure the exterior of the reheating container and the interior of the oven are dry, to assure the best results. · Room temperature should not exceed 95°F. · Oven should be plugged in at least 5 minutes before sensor cooking.

POTATO (EXAMPLE)

SENSOR COOK allows you to cook most of your favorite foods without having to select cooking times and power levels. This oven automatically determines required cooking times for each food item.

Example: To cook potato

Touch:

Display Shows:

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Time of day.

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QUICK TOUCH SENSOR TABLE

CATEGORY

DIRECTION

AMOUNT

Potato

Pierce each potato with a fork and place on the oven tray around the edge, at least one inch apart.

1-4 medium approx. 10 oz. each

Rice

Place rice and twice as much liquid (water or chicken or vegetable stock) in a 2-quart microwavable dish. Cover with plastic wrap. When cooking is complete, allow 10 minutes standing time. Stir for fluffier rice.

1-2 cups Use medium or long grain rice. Cook instant rice according to directions on the package.

Popcorn

Place only bag of prepackaged microwave popcorn on the center Regular size

of turntable

Use one fresh bag of popcorn

Fresh Vegetable

Prepare as desired, wash, and leave residual water on the
vegetables. Place in an appropriately-sized microwave container, cover with plastic wrap and vent.

1-4 cups

Frozen Vegetable

Remove from package, rinse off frost under running water. Place in an appropriately-sized microwave container, cover with plastic wrap and vent.

1-4 cups

Frozen

Remove from outer display package. Slit cover. If not in

10-21 oz.

Entr6e

microwave-safe container, place on plate, cover with plastic

wrap, and vent.

NOTE: If you open the door or press STOP during sensing, the process will be canceled, 10

REHEAT

This feature allows you to reheat precooked roomtemperature or refrigerated foods without selecting cooking times and power levels. This feature has 3 categories : dinner plate, soup/sauce, casserole. See follow table for more information.

Example : To reheat casserole.

Touch:

Display Shows:

Time of day.

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The oven will reheat food automatically by sensor system.

REHEAT TABLE

Code

Caregory
Dinner plate

Direction
Place foods to be heated on dinner plate or similar dish. Cover with plastic wrap.

Amount
Approx. 8-16 oz.

Place foods to be heated

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in an appropriately sized microwave container.

1~4 cups

Cover with plastic wrap.

Cover dish containing 3 Casse* the casserole with plastic 1~4 cups
role wrap.

MORE/LESS

By using the more or less key, all of the Soft, Melt, Time Cook, Sensor Cook programs can be adjusted to cook food for a longer or shorter period of time. Pressing the more key will add 10 seconds to the cooking time each time the key is used. Pressing the less key will subtract 10 seconds of cooking time each time the key is used. However, you can adjust the cook time only after the cook time is displayed during Sensor cooking.

Example: To adjust the cooking time.

Touch:

Display Shows:

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increased by 10 seconds.

NOTE: Remaining time will be decreased by 10 seconds.

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AUTO COOK

Use this function to cook food without entering a cook time or power. Refer to the “Auto Cook Table”
below for more information.

Example: To cook 4 Slices of bacon.

Touch:

Display Shows:

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ADD MINUTE

A time-saving pad, this simplified control lets you quickly set and start microwave cooking at 100% power without the need to touch START.

Example: To cook for 2 minutes.

Touch:

Display Shows:

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Time of day.

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Twice

Time counting down and power 100

NOTE: If you touch ADD MINUTE, it will add 1 minute up to 99 minutes 59 seconds.

AUTO COOK TABLE

CODE
1
4

CATEGORY Bacon
Frozen Roll/Muffin
Fresh Roll/Muffin
Beverage
Chicken Pieces Hot Cereal

DIRECTION
Place bacon strips on microwave bacon rack for best results. (Use dinner plate lined with paper towels if rack is not available).
Remove from display package and place on plate. (If muffins are over 3 oz. each, count as two when entering quantity.)
Remove from display package and place on plate. (If muffins are over 3 oz. each, count as two when entering quantity.)
Remove from display package and place on plate. (Be careful! The beverage will be very hot! Sometimes liquids heated in cylindrical containers will splash out when the cup is moved.)
Place the chicken pieces in an appropriately sized microwaveable container, cover with plastic wrap, and vent.
Prepare as directed on package and cook. Stir and allow standing time before eating. Use only instant hot cereal.

AMOUNT 2 to 6 slices 1 to 6 pieces (2~3 oz, each) 1 to 6 pieces (2~3 oz, each) 1 to 2 cups
0.5 to 2 Ibs.
1 to 6 servings

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OPTION
OPTION provides four modes which make using your microwave oven quite handy. You can select SOUND ON/OFF, CLOCK ON/OFF, SCROLL SPEED and LBS/KG.

Example: To turn off Sound of beeper

Touch:

Display Shows:

Example: To select Kg unit:

Touch:

Display Shows:

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Time of day.

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Four modes show in the display.
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Time of day. NOTE: To turn beep sound back on, repeat steps
1-3 then touch number 1.

2. option
3. 4

Four modes show in the display.
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4. Time of day.
   NOTE: To change to LBS, repeat steps 1~3 then touch number 1

OPTION FUNCTION TABLE

NUMBER
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OPTION SOUND ON / OFF CLOCK ON / OFF

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SCROLL SPEED

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4
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LBS / KG

NUMBER
1 2 1 2 1
2
3 1 2

RESULT Sound On
Sound Off
Clock On
ClockOff Slowspeed
Normal speed Fast speed Lbs
Kg

NOTE: When the power cord is first plugged in, the default settings are Sound On, Clock On, Normal Speed and LBS.

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SOFTEN

The oven uses low power to melt foods (butter, chocolate, marshmallows and cheese). See the following table.

Example: To Melt 8 oz. Chocolate.

Touch:

Display Shows:

The oven uses low power to soften foods (butter, ice cream, cream cheese, and frozen juice) See the following table.
Example: To Soften 8 oz. Ice Cream.

Touch:

Display Shows:

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Touch number 2, then the oven will start
automatically.

MELT TABLE

CateCode gory

Direction

1 Butter/ Unwrap and place in Marga- microwavable container. rine No need to cover butter.
Stir at the end of cooking to complete melting.

Amount
1, 2 or 3 sticks

2 Chocol Chocolate chips or

4 or 8

ate squares of baking

oz.

chocolate may be used.

Unwrap squares and place

in microwavable container.

Stir at the end of cycle to

complete melting.

………
4. 2

Touch number 2, then the oven will start
automatically.

NOTE: When the cook time is over, you will hear four beeps and END will be displayed.

SOFTEN TABLE

Code 1

Category Butter

Direction
Unwrap and place in microwavabie container, No need to cover butter. Butter will be at room temperature and ready for use in recipe.

Amount
1, 2 or 3 sticks

2

Ice Place container in oven.

Cream Ice cream will be soft

enough to make

scooping easier,

Pint, Quart,
Half gallon

3 Cheese Use processed cheese food only. Cut into cubes, Place in a single layer in microwavable container. Stir at the end of cooking to complete melting.
4 Marsh- Large or miniature mallow_ marshmallows may be used. Place in microwavable container. Stir at the end of cycle to complete melting.

8 or 16 oz.
5 or 10 oz.
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3 Cream Unwrap and place in Cheese microwavable container, Cream cheese will be at
room temperature and ready for use in recipe.

3 or 8 oz.

4 Frozen Remove top. Juice Place in oven.

6, 12 or 16 oz.

Frozen juice will be soft

enough to easily mix with water.

AUTO DEFROST
Three defrost sequences are preset in the oven. The auto defrost feature provides you with the best defrosting method for frozen foods. The cooking guide will show you which defrost sequence is recommended for the food you are defrosting. For added convenience, the Auto Defrost includes a built-in beep mechanism that reminds you to check, turn over, separate, or rearrange to get best defrost results. Three different defrosting levels are provided.
1 MEAT 2 POULTRY 3 FISH

*Available weight is 0.1-6.0 Ibs.

Example: To defrost 1.2 Ibs of ground beef.

Touch:

Display Shows:

,

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Pn,lII,’RT ,_l Tnl IF ?

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2. …_…

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3. 1 and
to enter the weight
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Time counting down and DEFROST.

NOTE:
When you touch the START pad, the display changes to defrost time count down. The oven will beep during the DEFROST cycle. At this time, open the door and turn, separate, or rearrange the food. Remove any portions that have thawed. Return frozen portions to the oven and touch START to resume the defrost
cycle.
OPERATING TIPS · 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.
· For best results, shape your ground meat into the form of a doughnut before freezing. When defrosting. scrape off thawed meat when the beep 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.

EXPRESS DEFROST

This feature should be used only when you defrost 1 pound of frozen ground beef.

Example: To defrost 1 Ib Ground beef.

Touch:

Display Shows:

1. _

Time of day.

2. a_

Time counting down and EXPRESS DEFROST.

• Ground beef 1Lbs only/0.5Kg only.

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AUTO DEFROST TABLE

Category
-.
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Food to be Defrosted
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
Whole (under 4 Ibs.), Cut-up, Breasts
‘,…… (boneless) POULTRY Cornish Hens
Whole Turkey
Breast

,J FISH

Steaks/Chops Round beef steak, Tenderloin steak
Lamb chops (1-inch thick) Pork chops (½-inch thick) Veal cutlets (1 Ibs, ½-inch thick) Fish Fillets, Whole Steaks Shellfish
Crab meat, Lobster tails, Shrimp, Scallops

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 Table” on
page 17 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.

Touch:

Display Shows:

cook
time

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2. .5……..b.

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Time counting down and POWER 80.
, When the first stage is over, you will hear two short tones as the oven begins the second cook stage.

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MULTI-STAGE COOKING

For best results, some recipes call 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 2 stages.

Example: To set a 2-stage cook cycle.

Touch:

Display Shows:

1. tcimooek

· nn Tnl IF
un R POnl _I EE
to set a 3 minute cook time for first stage.

T

T

…………….. 3. power
…………………..

3. · _nn EI__,I,TERPn&l .IEE

I CI4rCIll l I Tn in

LCVCL

I IU IU

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to set an 80% 3. · unun P_nwl I / 8_n cook power for Tnssr T T

……… the first stage, luuLHSIR_I

cook
time

· kit

rnn

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• UU Tnl IF
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  to set a 7 minute cook time for second stage.

T

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7. power

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LI ,’CZV’IlI`ICr£L’

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8. 5 to set an 50% …..· cook power for

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the second stage.

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 table below for suggestions:
Microwave Power Level Table

Power

Use

Level

10 (High)
9 8

· Boiling water. · Making candy. · Cooking poultry pieces, fish, and
vegetables. · Cooking tender cuts of meat. · Whole poultry.
· Reheating rice, pasta, and vegetables.
· Reheating prepared foods quickly. · Reheating sandwiches.

· Cooking egg, milk, and cheese dishes.

7

· Cooking cakes, breads.

· Melting chocolate.

· Cooking veal.

6

· Cooking whole fish.

· Cooking puddings and custard.

5

· Cooking ham, whole poultry, and lamb.

· Cooking rib roast, sirloin tip.

4

· Thawing meat, poultry, and seafood.

· Cooking less tender cuts of meat.

3

· 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,

]1me counting down and POWER 80.
10. When the first stage is over, you will hear two
short tones as the oven begins the second cook stage.
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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 Table (below). Use the longer time for large cuts of meats and the shorter time for small cuts of 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 Table

Meat

Microwave Power

Cooking Time Per Pound

BEEF
Standing/Rolled Rib – Medium – Well-done
Ground Beef (to brown for casserole) Hamburgers, Fresh or defrosted (4 oz. each) – 2 patties – 4 patties

8 8 HIGH (100%)
HIGH (100%) HIGH (100%)

9V2to 11_hminutes 11V2to 14 minutes 6V2to9V2minutes
2V2to 4V2minutes 3_hto 5_hminutes

PORK
Loin, Leg Bacon
– 4 slices – 6 slices

8

12V2to 16Vzminutes

HIGH (100%) 2_hto 3_hminutes HIGH (100%) 3_hto 4_hminutes

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 metal 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 Table 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, since 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 Table

Poultry

Microwave Power

Cooking Time Per Pound

CHICKEN Whole
Breast (boned) Portions

8

11 to 15 minutes

8

10 to 14 minutes

8

11 to 17 minutes

TURKEY Whole

8

11 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.

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COOKING TIPS (continued)

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 Table below. Flakes of butter can be added to the fish if desired.

5. Let stand as directed in the Cooking Table 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 Table

Fish

Microwave Cooking Time

Power

Per Pound

Butter

Standing Time

Fish Fillets

HIGH 4_h to 8 minutes Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice) 2 to 3 minutes

Whole Mackerel,

HIGH 4V2to 8 minutes

–

Cleaned and Prepared

3 to 4 minutes

Whole Trout,

HIGH 5V2to 9 minutes

–

Cleaned and Prepared

3 to 4 minutes

Salmon Steaks

HIGH 5_h to 8 minutes Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice) 3 to 4 minutes

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Questions and Answers

Operation
Question
Why is the oven light not on during cooking?

Answer
There may be several reasons why the oven light is not on. Have you: · Set a cooking time? · Touched START?

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 or 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) allow only light to pass through. They do not let microwave 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 and 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 a wall outlet for the first time, it does not work
properly. What is wrong?

The microcomputer controlling your oven may temporarily become scrambled and fail to function as programmed when you plug it 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 OFE

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Questions and Answers (continued)

Food

Question

What is wrong when baked foods have a hard, dry, brown spot?

Answer
A hard, dry, brown spot indicates overcooking. Shorten the cooking or reheating time.

Why do eggs sometimes pop?

When baking, frying, or poaching eggs, the yolk may pop due to steam buildup inside the yolk membrane. To prevent this, simply pierce the yolk with a wooden toothpick before cooking. CAUTION: Never microwave eggs in the shell.

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 to pop leftover kernels.
· Do not pop prepackaged commercial microwave popcorn directly on the glass turntable. To avoid excessive heating of the glass turntable, place 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?

If the cooking time is too long, fire could result. At the end of the recommended cooking time, potatoes should be slightly firm. CAUTION: Do not overcook.

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.

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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 Authorized Service Center. Sears Authorized Service Centers are fully equipped to handle your service requirements.

Problem

Possible Causes

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

· Have you tried to 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 STATEMENT

(U.S.A. ONLY)

COMMISSION

WARNING:
This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer’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:

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE
· 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 receiven · 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.

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