Kenmore 66293 Microwave Oven Instruction Manual

July 12, 2024
Kenmore

Kenmore 66293 Microwave Oven

Product Specifications

  • Brand: Kenmore
  • Model: 66293
  • Type: Microwave and Toaster
  • Warranty: 1-year warranty on microwave oven, 4-year limited warranty on magnetron

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions
It is important to follow these safety precautions to avoid any accidents or injuries:

  • Avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave energy by checking the door, hinges, latches, and seals regularly.
  • Ensure that the appliance is properly grounded to reduce the risk of electric shock.

Understanding Your Microwave Oven
Read the manual thoroughly to understand the various features and functions of your microwave oven. Refer to the cooking tips section for optimal use.

Using Your Toaster
Follow these steps to use the toaster function:

  1. Cleaning the Toaster: Regularly clean the toaster to maintain hygiene.
  2. Cooking Tips: Refer to the provided cooking tips for best results.
  3. Operating Instructions:
    • Toast: Place the bread slices in the toaster and select the desired setting.
    • Bagel: Follow the specific instructions for toasting bagels.

Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues with the appliance, refer to the troubleshooting section. It provides answers to common questions and guides you on when to seek professional service.

FAQ

  • Q: What should I do if my microwave oven fails?
    A: If your Kenmore microwave oven fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year of purchase, Sears will repair it free of charge. For issues related to the magnetron in the second through fifth year, Sears will supply a new magnetron for free, but installation costs may apply.

  • Q: How can I ensure my safety while using the appliance?
    A: Regularly check the door, hinges, latches, and seals for any damage. Additionally, make sure the appliance is properly grounded to reduce the risk of electric shock.

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WARRANTY

  • FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON  TOAST N WAVE™

  • 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.

  • FOUR YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

  • ON MAGNETRON

  • For the second through the fifth year from the date of purchase, if the magnetron in this oven fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will supply a new magnetron. free of charge. Safety regulations, however, require the magnetron to be installed by Sears. and you must pay the labor cost of installation.

  • WARRANTY SERVICE

  • For warranty service, return the microwave to your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center in the United States. For the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center, call

  • 1-800-4-MY-HOM E®.

  • This warranty is void if microwave is used for ot’1 -than private household purposes.

  • 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., D/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 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.
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
  • 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. 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.

SAFETY MICROWAVE

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 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-insafety 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:

  8. Do not severely overcook foods. It can cause a fire in the oven.

  9. Do not use recycled paper products in your oven.
    They can contain particles that can cause arcing or may ignite.

  10. Do not overcook potatoes. Overcooking could cause a fire.

  11. 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.

  12. Do not use wire twist-ties in the oven. Be sure to remove them before placing the item in the oven.

  13. Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.

  14. If a fire should start:

    • Keep the oven door closed.
    • Turn the oven off.
    • Disconnect the power cord or shut off the power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
  15. Do not use this oven for commercial purposes. This microwave is made for household use only.

  16. Install or locate this appliance in accordance with the provided installation instructions.

  17. To avoid electric shock:

  18. This appliance must be grounded! Connect it only to a properly grounded outlet. (See the Grounding instructions on page 3.)

  19. 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.

  20. Do not immerse the electrical cord or plug in water.

  21. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

  22. This appliance should be se1Viced only by qualified service personnel.

  23. 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 the container is disturbed or when a spoon or other utensil is inserted into the liquid. To reduce the risk of injury to persons;

  24. Do not overheat the liquid.

  25. Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.

  26. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container once heating has begun.

  27. Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.

  28. After heating. allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.

  29.  Keep the glass tray and the turntable roller rest in the oven when you are cooking.

  30. 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.

  31. Do not cover or block any openings in the oven.

  32. Do not run the microwave oven empty.

  33. . Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter.

  34. 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 316 inch above the glass turntable. 1f you use the browning dish incorrectly, you could break the glass turntable.
  35. Be careful not to chip or scratch the edges of the turntable. Chips or scratches may cause the turntable to break during use.

  36. . 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.

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SAFETY TOASTER

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

  1. Read all instructions before using your toaster,
  2. Do not touch hot surfaces.
  3. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plug, or the appliance in water or other liquid.
  4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
  5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
  6. Oo not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner, Return appliance to the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment
  7. The use of attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause hazards.
  8. Keep the cord away from heated sutiaces. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of table or counter, as it could be pulled off,
  9. Do not use outdoors.
  10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
  11. Do not use the appliance for other than its intended use.
  12. Oversized foods, metal foil packages or utensils must not be inserted in this appliance, as they may create a fire or electrical hazards.
  13. A fire may occur if this toaster is covered or touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls, etc., when in operation.
  14. Do not attempt to dislodge food when this appliance is plugged in.
  15. Toast Door must be closed before attaching or disconnecting the plug from wall outlet
  16. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.
  17. Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in the toaster mode.
  18. Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.
  19. Do not cover crumb tray or any other part of the  oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of this appliance.
  20. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
  21.  Do not toast oversized bagel. Because thick bagel’s satiate may become closer to the heater, this may cause overdone of surface and smoke.

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR TOAST N WAVE

SPECIFICATIONS

Power Supply| 120V AC, 60 Hz|
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Rated Power Consumption| 1650W|
Microwave Output| Microwave| ·12oow|
Toaster| 800W|
13,8A 23″x12 ½”x17 1/s”|
Rated Current Overall Dimensions(WxHxD)|
Oven Cavity Dimensions(WxHxD)| 14 11/16″X9 5/s”x15 5/s”|
Capacity of Oven Cavity| 1,2 cu,11|

‘IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.

INSTALLATION

  1. Remove your Kenmore Toast N Wave 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.
  3. Place the rotating ring 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.

WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not install closer than 4 inches to side and back wall

UNDERSTANDING YOUR TOAST N WAVE

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Your oven comes with the following accessories:

  • 1 Use and Care Guide
  • 1 Glass Turntable
  • 1 Turntable Rotating Ring

CONTROL PANEL
MICROWAVE CONTROL AREA

  1. DISPLAY. The Display includes a clock and indicators that tell you time of day. cooking time settings. and cooking functions selected.
  2. STOP/CLEAR. Touch this pad to stop the oven or clear entries.
  3. START. Touch this pad to start all entries (except the Auto Cook and Add Minute function which start automatically) and to turn Child Lock on or off.
  4. AUTO DEFROST. This pad is an accurate defrosting method for frozen meat. poultry and fish up to 6.0 lbs.
  5. ADD MINUTE. Touch this pad to cook at 100% cook power for 1 minute to 99 minutes 59 seconds.
  6. CLOCK. This pad provides you with the quick defrosting method for 1.0 pound frozen foods.
  7. KITCHEN TIMER. Touch this pad to use your microwave oven as a kitchen timer,
  8. COOK TIME. Touch this pad to set a cooking time.
  9. POWER. Touch this pad to set a cooking power.
  10. NUMBER PADS. Touch Number Pads to enter cooking time, power level, quantities, or weights.
  11. QUICK TOUCH. This pad allows you to cook most of your favorite foods without having to select cooking times and power levels.

TOASTER CONTROL AREA

  1. Toast. Toast bread
  2.  Bagel. Toasts Bagels
  3. Off/Clear. Touch this pad to stop the toaster or clear entries.
  4. On. Touch this pad to start the toasting process.
  5. Darkness Control. Adjust darkness control to desired setting before cooking foods. (Default: 5, “1” is the lightest and “9” is the darkest)
  6. Indicator Light. When operating toaster with door closed, this will be illuminated. If you open the door during toasting, this will blink.

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. lf the dish is warm, it should not be used for microwave cooking.
USE DO NOT 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 paper manufacturer’s label for use of any paper product in the microwave oven.

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  • 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.
  • Cantura™ Tableware

    • The Corning Company recommends that you do not use Cantura tableware and some Corelle TM dosed-handle cups for microwave cooking.
  • Aluminum Foil

  • Do not use large sheets of aluminum foil because they hinder cooking and may cause arcing. You may 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

    • Do not use 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 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 IN OVEN

  • Depending on density, food often needs to stand from 2 to 15 minutes either in or outside of oven after cooking power shuts off. Outside of oven, you usually 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 1 0″F 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.
  • The glass 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.

CLOCK

KITCHEN TIMER

CHILD LOCK

ADD MINUTE

QUICK TOUCH COOKING

QUICK TOUCH COOKING TABLE

CATEGORY TOUCH SERVING SIZE DIRECTIONS

Potato

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  • 1   time
  • 2   times
  • 3   times
  • 4   times

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  • 1 ea (8 oz.)
  • 2 ea (16 oz.)
  • 3 ea (24 oz.)
  • 4 ea (32 oz.)

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  • 8-10 oz. per potato.
  • Pierce potato several times with fork.
  • Place in center of the turntable tray on paper towel.
  • After cooking, !et stand for 5 minutes.

Popcorn| |

  • 1   time
  • 2   times

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  • **** 3.5 OZ.
  • 3.0 OZ.

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  • Follow package instructions.
  • Do not try to pop unpopped kernels.
  • Heat only 1 package at a time.

Fresh Vegetable| |

  • 1  time
  • 2 times
  • 3 times
  • 4 times

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  • 1 cup
  • 2 cups
  • 3 cups
  • 4 cups

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  • Prepare as desired, wash, and leave residual water on the vegetables.
  • Place the appropriately-sized microwave container.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
  • Remove from package, rinse off frost (if present) under running water,
  • Place in an appropriately-sized microwave container.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and vent

Frozen Vegetable

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  • 1 time
  • 2 times
  • 3 times
  • 4 times

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  • 1 cup
  • 2 cups
  • 3 cups
  • 4 cups

Frozen Entrée| | 1 time| ****

10.5 OZ.

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  • Remove from outer display package.• If not in microwave-safe container, place on plate cover with plastic wrap and vent.

AUTO REHEAT

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 lbs.

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.

AUTO DEFROST TABLE

TIMED COOKING

MULTI-STAGE COOKING

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 Level **Use**
Boiling water.
10 (High)
  • 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.

| Cooking egg, milk, & cheese dishes.
7|

  • Cooking cakes, breads.
  • Melting chocolate.

| Cooking veal.
6|

  • Cooking whole fish.
  • Cooking puddings & custard.

5|

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

4| Thawing meat. poultry. & seafood.
**3**|

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

**2**|

  • Taking chill out of fruit.
  • Softening butter.

1|

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

0| Standing time.

NOTE : You may program standing time as the final stage in multi-stage cooking.

WARNING: Do not use large sheets of aluminum foil because they hinder
cooking and may cause arcing. You may 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.
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.
    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.

  3. Turn the meat over once halfway through the cooking time.

  4. Wrap in foil and let stand for 5~10 minutes after cooking. The standing time is very important as it completes the cooking process.

  5. 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
  • PORK
    • Loin, Leg Bacon
    • 4 slices
    • 6 slices

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

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  • 9½ to 111h minutes 11½ to 14 minutes 6½ to 9½ minutes
  • 2½ to 4½ minutes 3½ to 5½ minutes
  • 12½ to 16½ minutes
  • 2½ to 3½ minutes 3½ to 4½ minutes

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. nu Prick the skin and brush lightly with vegetable oil unless the poultry is self-basting.
  3. All poultry should be placed on a microwave roasting rack or a microwave-proof plate and placed on the turntable.
  4.  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 food over helps to cook these areas evenly.
  5. Remove from oven, wrap in foil, and let stand for 5~10 minutes before carving. The standing time is very important, since it completes the cooking process.
  6. 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
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  • CHICKEN
    • Whole
    • Breast (boned) Portions
  • TURKEY
    • Whole

| ****

  • 8
  • 8
  • 8
  • 8

| ****

  • 11 to 15 minutes
  • 10  to 14 minutes
  • 11  to 17 minutes
  • 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.

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 Power| Cooking Time Per Pound| Butter| Standing Time
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Fish Fillets| HIGH| 4½ to 8 minutes| Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice)| **** 2 to 3 minutes
Whole Mackerel, Cleaned and Prepared| HIGH| 4½ to 8 minutes| –| 3 to 4 minutes
Whole Trout,

Cleaned and Prepared

| HIGH| 5½ to 9 minutes| –| 3 to 4 minutes
Salmon Steaks| HIGH| 5½ to 8 minutes| Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice)| 3 to 4 minutes

TIPS FOR TOASTER

  • IMPORTANT
  • Before using the toaster for the first time, set the Darkness Control at medium and operate the toaster without bread in order to burn off residues on the heating elements. You will notice an odor that is characteristic of new heating elements. This is normal and will soon disappear,

CLEANING THE TOASTER

  • Always unplug the Toast N Wave and allow the toaster to cool completely before cleaning.
  • Exterior : Wipe surface with a soft, clean, damp cloth.
  • Never use abrasive cleaners, as they may scratch the surface.
  • Interior : If food jams in the slots, disconnect Toast N Wave plug from wall outlet and wait until cooled completely. Remove food with wooden tongs. Do not use fork or other sharp, metal object to clean inside of the toaster, or to remove toast, as it may damage heating elements.

MAINTANANCE

  • This toaster requires little maintenance. It contains no user-serviceable parts inside the housing. Do not remove the cover. Contact Sears Service, if the product requires servicing.
  • Crumb Tray : After allowing the toaster to cool down and closing the door, gently slide out the crumb tray. Brush crumbs off the tray and, if necessary, wipe it with a clean, damp cloth, Always dry the tray thoroughly, When sliding the crumb tray into place, be sure you feel and hear it snap into position.

COOKING TIPS

WARNING
Never place any non-food object in the toaster for any reason!

  • DO NOT toast pastries with runny fillings or frosting,
  • DO NOT toast torn slices of bread or broken pastries.
  • DO NOT place buttered bread, wrapped food, or frozen pastries in the toaster.
  • DO NOT use this toaster to toast or warm small-size bread slices. These include “melba” size breads, slices of mini-baguettes, breadsticks, etc.
  • DO NOT toast oversized bagel. Because thick bagel’s surface may become closer to the heater, this may cause overdone surface and smoke.
  • NOTE: Different types of bread and their moisture levels may require different darkness settings, For example, dry bread will brown more rapidly than moist bread and so should be toasted to your taste at a lighter setting,

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

  • Make sure the crumb tray is pushed all the way in place before plugging toaster into wall outlet
  • Remove all protective wrappings from food before placing into toasting slots. Place bread into slots and close the door Then select either the Toast or Bagel mode. The default setting is 5. Press the “lighter” or “darker” pad to adjust setting to individual taste. When you press the Start button, the heating element will turn on.
  • If you are only using one toasting slot, uneven browning may occur. If you operate toaster several times using one slot continuously, ti 1e toaster’s internal temperature will be hot and may cause “Hot” to appear in the display. This will go away after several minutes after the toaster cools down.
  • Do not adjust the Darkness Control while the toaster is in use. To interrupt the toasting cycle, press the “stop/clear” control button.
  • During the toasting cycle, the indicator light will be illuminated. If you open the door, toasting will stop and the light will blink. The toasting cycle can be resumed by closing the toaster door and pressing the start button.
  • When the beep sounds, take out food, being careful not to touch toaster’s hot  surface.
  • NOTE : After use of toaster, fan will run for 1 minute to cool.

Toast/Bagel Darkness Settings

**** Degree of darkness **** Select darkness level
  • Light Medium
  • Dark

|

  • 1~3
  • 4~6
  • **** 7~9

Dark
NOTE : For English Muffins, use bagel settings.
Toast

Bagel

TROUBLESHOOTING

Questions and Answers Operation

Question Answer
Why is the oven light not on during cooking? 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. 1t is always best to be near the oven while you are cooking.
When the oven is plugged into the wall outlet for the first time, and 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 OFF.
Why does a fan sound for some time after toasting?| The fan blowing cools the toaster heater for about 1 minute after toasting. This is normal.
What does “HOT” code on the display mean?|

  • If you operate toaster several times using one slot continuously, the toaster’s internal temperature will be hot and may cause “Hot” to appear in the display. This will go away after several minutes after the toaster cools down.
  • CAUTION: Do not operate toaster without bread.

What does “F-1” and “F-2” code on the display mean?| That means failure mode. Contact the nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center.

FCC

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 manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. 1t 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.

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