Whirlpool WMMS3130RZSS Over The Range Microwave 1.7 Cu. Ft. in Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Instruction Manual

Whirlpool WMMS3130RZSS Over The Range Microwave 1.7 Cu. Ft. in

Fingerprint Resistant Stainless

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: WMMS3130
• Type: Microwave Oven Hood Combination
• Filter Replacement: Every 6 months

Product Usage Instructions

Using Your Microwave Oven to Cook

1. Open the door.
2. Place food inside the microwave oven.
3. Find your favorite recipe in the cooking guide label.
4. Press the keypad once or repeatedly to select your favorite recipe.
5. Use a number keypad to input food weight/amounts.
6. Close the door.
7. Press Start to start the cooking.
8. During cooking, press the Stop/Clear keypad once to pause cooking time. Press twice to cancel cooking time.

Demo Mode

To activate demo mode, hold the number 3 on the keypad for a few seconds. To deactivate demo mode, hold the number 3 again on the keypad for a few seconds.

Replacing Charcoal Filter

1. Disconnect the power and open the door.
2. Remove 2 screws attached to the vent grille and slide the vent out.
3. Replace the charcoal filter located behind the vent grille at the top front of the microwave oven.

Setting Custom Cook Time and Power Level

1. Press Cook Time / Power.
2. Enter custom cook time using number buttons.
3. Press Cook Time / Power again.
4. Enter power level.
5. Press Start to begin the cycle.

Using Express Start Buttons

Utilize the +30 sec and 1, 2, and 3 min express start buttons to quickly start a cycle or add time mid-cycle.

Using Hood Light

Press the Light button to adjust the hood light setting among HI, LO, and OFF.

Using Hood Fan

Press the Fan button to adjust the vent fan setting among HI, LO, and OFF. Refer to the online Control Guide for more detailed instructions on specific functions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use aluminum foil and metal in the microwave oven?

A: Yes, you can use aluminum foil and some metal in the microwave oven, but ensure they are used properly to prevent arcing and damage. Always use oven mitts when handling hot dishes.

Q: What items are safe to use in the microwave oven?

A: Safe items include browning dishes, ceramic glass, glass, china, earthenware, melamine, paper towels, plastic wraps, pottery, clay, silicone bakeware, and wax paper. Follow manufacturer recommendations for specific items.

Q: What items should not be used in the microwave oven?

A: Do not use metal cookware and bakeware, gold, silver, pewter, non- approved meat thermometers, skewers, twist ties, foil liners like sandwich wrappers, staples, or objects with gold or silver trim or metallic glaze in the microwave oven.

Q: How do I replace the cavity light bulb?

A: The cavity light bulb is located behind the vent grille at the top front of the microwave oven. Ensure the bulb is cool before replacing it. Refer to the manual for detailed instructions on replacing the cavity light bulb.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in your appliance’s Owner’s Manual, before operating this appliance.

Using Your Microwave Oven to Cook

• Step 1. Open the door.
• Step 2. Place food inside the microwave oven.
• Step 3. Find your favorite recipe in the cooking guide label.
• Step 4. Press the keypad once or repeatedly to select your favorite recipe.
• Step 5. Use a number keypad to input food weight/amounts.
• Step 6. Close the door.
• Step 7. Press Start to start the cooking.
• Step 8. During cooking, press the Stop/Clear keypad once to pause cooking time. Press the Stop/Clear keypad twice to cancel cooking time.

Demo mode

To activate demo mode:

• Hold the number “3” on the keypad for a few seconds.

To deactivate demo mode:

• Hold the number “3” again on the keypad for a few seconds.

Setting Custom Cook Time and Power Level

1. Press Cook Time / Power.
2. Use the number buttons to enter a custom cook time.
3. Press Cook Time / Power again.
4. Enter power level.
5. Press Start to begin a cycle.

Using Express Start Buttons:

Use the +30 sec and 1, 2, and 3 min express start buttons to quickly start a cycle or add time mid-cycle.

Using Hood Light

• Press the Light button to adjust the hood light setting among HI → LO → OFF.

Using Hood Fan

• Press the Fan button to adjust the vent fan setting among HI → LO → OFF.
• NOTE: For more detailed instructions on specific functions, see the online Control Guide.

ALUMINUM FOIL AND METAL

• Always use oven mitts or pot holders when removing dishes from the microwave oven.
• Aluminum foil and some metal can be used in the microwave oven. If not used properly, arcing (a blue flash of light) can occur and cause damage to the microwave oven.

OK for Use

• Browning dish (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
• Ceramic glass, glass
• China, earthenware (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
• Melamine (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
• Paper towels, paper plates, napkins (Use non-recycled paper.)
• Plastic wraps, bags, covers, dinnerware, and containers (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
• Pottery and clay (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
• Silicone bakeware (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
• Wax paper

Do Not Use

• Metal cookware and bakeware, gold, silver, pewter, non-approved meat thermometers, skewers, twist ties, foil liners such as sandwich wrappers, staples, and objects with gold or silver trim or a metallic glaze should not be used in the microwave oven.

OVEN VENT(S)

• The top vent releases hot air and moisture from the oven, and should not be blocked or covered. Do not set plastics, paper, or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vent.
• Also, the bottom vent should not be blocked or covered since it allows the inlet of fresh air into the cooling system and the outlet of hot air from the cooling system.
• Blocking or covering vents will cause poor air circulation, affecting cooking, cleaning, and cooling results.

Combination Microwave Oven

• A. Top Vent
• B. Bottom Vent

CLEAN/REPLACING GREASE FILTER

• The grease filter is on the bottom plate of the microwave oven. Clean monthly.

To clean the grease filter:

1. Disconnect power.
2. Remove the grease filter by sliding it out of the bottom plate.
3. Clean the grease filter with a mild cleanser and scouring pad, or clean it with a dishwasher.
4. After cleaning, dry it up, and reattach the grease filter back to the bottom plate.
   • If the grease has been damaged, replace it with a new one.

To replace an old or damaged grease filter:

1. Disconnect power.
2. Remove the old or damaged grease filter by sliding it out of the bottom plate.
3. Install a new grease filter on the bottom plate.
   • A. Bottom plate
   • B. Grease filter

REPLACING CHARCOAL FILTER

The charcoal filter is behind the vent grille at the top front of the microwave oven. It cannot be cleaned and should be replaced every 6 months.

To replace the charcoal filter:

1. Disconnect power. Open the door.
2. Remove 2 screws attached to the vent grille, slide the vent grille to the left, tilt it forward, lift it out, and set the vent grille aside.
3. Pushing the right holding plate to the right, release the old charcoal filter from the two hooks, and lift it out.
4. Insert the new charcoal filter into the unit, and make sure the mesh side is facing out.
5. Return the vent grille to the unit by inserting the 3 bottom latch hooks of the vent grille into the front holes, tilt the vent grille backward, and slide it to the right.
6. Secure the vent grille with the screw.
   • A. Right-holding plate
   • B. Hook
   • C. Mesh side
   • D. Charcoal filter

REPLACING CAVITY LIGHT:

The cavity light bulb is located behind the vent grille at the top front of the microwave oven, under the bulb cover, and is replaceable. Before replacing the light bulb, make sure the light bulb is cool.

To replace the cavity light bulb:

1. Disconnect power. Open the door.
2. Remove 2 screws attached to the vent grille, slide the vent grille to the left, tilt it forward, lift it out, and set the vent grille aside.
3. Open the light bulb cover and replace the light bulb.
4. Return the vent grille to the unit by inserting the 3 bottom latch hooks of the vent grille into the front holes, tilt the vent grille backward, and slide it to the right.
5. Secure the vent grille with the screw.

REPLACING COOKTOP LIGHT:

The cooktop light is located on the bottom plate of the microwave oven and is replaceable.

To replace the cooktop light bulb:

1. Disconnect power.
2. Loosen the screws with a screwdriver.
3. Take out the cover and the screws, and set them aside.
4. Pull out the old light bulb.
5. Replace with a new light bulb.
6. Reinstall the new light bulb cover back to the bottom plate, and secure it with the screws.
   • NOTE: Order the Charcoal or Grease filter, see the “Online ordering information” section.

ONLINE ORDERING INFORMATION

For detailed installation instructions and maintenance information, winter storage, and transportation tips, please see the Owner’s Manual included with your machine.
For information on any of the following items, a full cycle guide, warranty, detailed product dimensions, or complete instructions for use and installation, please visit www.whirlpool.com/owners. This may save you the cost of a service call.

• However, if you need to contact us, use the information listed below.
• United States:
• 1–866–698–2538
• Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
• Customer Experience Center
• 553 Benson Road
• Benton Harbor, MI 49022–2692
• IMPORTANT: Retain this guide for future use.

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