JENNAIR JMDFS30HM NOIR 30 Inch Under Counter Microwave Oven User Guide

JENNAIR®
MICROWAVE DRAWER
W11257722C
TINSKB266MRR0 

MICROWAVE DRAWER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
DANGER You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

• Read all instructions before using the microwave oven.

• Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 4.

• The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 5 and in the provided Installation Instructions.

• Install or locate the microwave oven only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.

• Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and sealed containers — for example, closed glass jars —are able to explode and should not be heated in the microwave oven.

• Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in the microwave oven. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

• As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.

• Do not operate the microwave oven if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

• The microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Call an authorized service company for examination, repair, or adjustment.

• See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Microwave Drawer Care” section.

• To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
  — Do not overcook food. Carefully attend to the microwave oven when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
  — Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bags in the oven.
  — If materials inside the oven ignite, keep the oven door closed, turn the oven off, disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
  — Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.

• Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. 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 A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
  To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
  — Do not overheat the liquid.
  — Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
  — Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
  — After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.
  — Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.

• Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be inserted in the microwave oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.

• Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not store any materials, other than the manufacturer’s recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.

• Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven when the microwave oven is in operation.

• Do not cover or block any openings in the microwave oven.

• Do not store this microwave oven outdoors. Do not use the microwave oven near water – for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, or
  similar locations.

• Do not immerse the cord or plug in water.

• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

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

• Do not mount over a sink.

• Do not cover any part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since an open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or
tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) 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.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove the ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Required:
■ A 120 V, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15 or 20 A electrical supply with a fuse or circuit breaker.
Recommended:
■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker
■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave drawer

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

■ For all cord-connected appliances:
The microwave oven must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the microwave oven is properly grounded. Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.
This device complies with Industry Canada ICES-001.

PARTS AND FEATURES

This manual may cover several different models. The model you have purchased may have some or all of the features shown here. The appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from the illustrations in this manual.

A. Microwave inlet cover — DO NOT REMOVE
B. Control Panel
C. OPEN and CLOSE controls
D. Nameplate: open the microwave drawer fully.
The label is beyond the back wall of the microwave cavity facing up from the flat surface.| E. Microwave drawer sealing surfaces
F. Microwave drawer light
G. Microwave drawer guides
H. Vent
I. Cooking Guide label (optional location, included in literature)
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MICROWAVE DRAWER CONTROLS

This manual may cover several different models. The model you have purchased may have some or all of the features shown here. The appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from the illustrations in this manual.

Display
When the microwave drawer is in use, the display shows cooking power, quantities, weights, and/or prompts. When it is not in use, the display shows the time of day.

Standby Mode
This microwave will go into standby mode after a period of inactivity. The backlight of the display will automatically dim after 3 minutes if the unit has not been in operation. If the display is in standby mode, simply touch the control panel or OPEN/CLOSE the door to return the backlight to maximum brightness.

Before First Use
When the microwave drawer is first plugged in, the message “Enjoy your microwave touch clear and touch clock” will scroll in the display. You will need to clear the message to set the clock.
Clear display:

1. Touch STOP/Clear.

If the prompt “Enjoy your microwave touch clear and touch clock” appears at any other time, a power failure has occurred. Clear the display, and reset the clock.
NOTE: The microwave drawer can be programmed with the drawer open except when using START/Add 1 Min.

Clock
This is a standard 12-hour clock (12:00-11:59).
To Set Clock:

1. Touch Timer/Clock, then number pad 2.
2. Enter time in hours and minutes.
3. Touch Timer/Clock again to complete the setting.

START
The Start control (START/Add 1 Min) begins any cooking function. If cooking is interrupted, touching START will resume the preset non-sensor function.
NOTE: To avoid unintentional operation of the microwave drawer, the Start control will work only if a cooking cycle has ended, the drawer has been closed or STOP has been touched within the last 3 minutes.

Add 1 Min
The Add 1 Min control (START/Add 1 Min) starts the microwave drawer at 100% power for 1 minute. Each additional touch of the control will add 1 minute of cook time.
Cook time may be added in 1-minute increments to a cooking cycle at the current power level by touching Add 1 Min during the cycle. The Add 1 Min function cannot be used during Reheat, Defrost, or any sensor cycles.
NOTE: To avoid unintentional operation of the microwave drawer, the Add 1 Min control will work only if a cooking cycle has ended, the drawer has been closed, or STOP has been touched within the past 3 minutes.

STOP/Clear
The Stop control (STOP/Clear) clears any incorrect command, pauses cooking, and cancels most functions with one touch of the control. Touch STOP twice to cancel a running cooking cycle.
The microwave drawer will also turn off when the drawer is opened. Close the drawer, and touch START to resume the non-sensor cycle.

Timer
The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds, and counts down
the set time.
NOTE: The Timer does not start or stop the microwave drawer.
To Set Timer:

1. Touch Timer/Clock, then number pad 1.
2. Enter time in minutes and seconds.
3. Touch Timer/Clock again to start Timer.
   The timer may be canceled at any time by touching STOP/Clear.

Control Lock
The Control Lock shuts down the control panel pads to avoid the unintended operation of the microwave drawer. When the control is locked, only the Control Lock control will function.
To Lock/Unlock Control: Touch and hold Control Lock for 3 seconds. The display will indicate the lock status.

Setup
The Setup control (Setup or Settings) provides access to the following settings:
■ Tones: Sound off or on. See the “Tones” section.
■ Reminder tones: Reminder signal off or on. See the “Tones” section.
■ Auto start: See the “Auto Start” section.
■ Demo Mode: Demo Mode on or off. See the “Demo Mode” section.

Tones
End of Cycle Tones
Tones sound at the end of any cooking cycle unless turned off. To Turn Off/On Sound: Touch SETUP twice, then touch START.
Reminder Tones
Tones sound every 10 seconds for 1 minute, then every three minutes up to 1 hour. Touch STOP to stop the tones.
To Turn Off/On Reminder: Touch SETUP three times, then touch START.

Demo Mode
The Demo Mode is ideal for learning how to use the microwave drawer. When Demo Mode is active, functions can be entered, with real displays and tones, without actually turning on the microwave generator (magnetron). While functions are operating in Demo Mode, the light comes on, and the display counts down the time quickly.
To activate Demo Mode: Touch SETUP five times, then touch and hold START for 3 seconds.
To deactivate Demo Mode: Touch SETUP five times, then touch START.

Help
Tips are available for all automatic functions. To view tips, touch HELP (Setup or Settings) while “HELP” is lit on the display.

MICROWAVE DRAWER USE

A magnetron in the microwave drawer produces microwaves that reflect off the metal floor, walls, and ceiling and pass through the turntable and appropriate cookware to the food. Microwaves are attracted to and absorbed by fat, sugar, and water molecules in the food, causing them to move, producing friction and heat, which cooks the food.

■ To avoid damage to the microwave drawer, do not lean on or allow children to swing on the microwave drawer door.
■ To avoid damage to the microwave drawer, do not operate the microwave drawer when it is empty.
■ Clothes, flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, gourds, and paper, including brown paper bags and newspaper, should not be dried in a microwave drawer.
■ The vent under the drawer must not be blocked. During microwaving, steam may come out of the right side of the vent.
■ It is normal for the exterior of the microwave drawer to be warm to the touch when cooking or reheating.
■ Paraffin wax will not melt in the microwave drawer because it does not absorb microwaves.
■ Use oven mitts or pot holders when removing containers from the microwave drawer.
■ Keep the microwave inlet cover clean: food residue can cause arcing and/or fires (see the “Microwave Drawer Cavity” section in “Microwave Drawer Care”).
■ Baby bottles and baby food jars should not be heated in microwave drawers. Transfer baby food to a small microwave-safe dish and heat, stirring often.
■ Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash, hot dogs, and sausages so that steam escapes while cooking.
■ Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the recommended cook time, potatoes should be slightly firm. Let potatoes stand for 5 minutes to finish cooking.
■ Do not cook or reheat whole eggs inside the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to burst, requiring significant cleanup of the microwave drawer. Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time.

Food Characteristics
When microwave cooking, the amount, size and shape, starting temperature, composition, and density of the food affect cooking results.

Amount of Food
The more food heated at once, the longer the cooking time needed. Check for doneness and add small increments of time if necessary.
Size and Shape
Smaller pieces of food will cook more quickly than larger pieces, and uniformly shaped foods cook more evenly than irregularly shaped food.
Starting Temperature
Room temperature foods will heat faster than refrigerated foods, and refrigerated foods will heat faster than frozen foods.
Composition and Density
Foods high in fat and sugar will reach a higher temperature and will heat faster than other foods. Heavy, dense foods, such as meat and potatoes, require a longer cooking time than the same size of light, porous food, such as cake.

Cooking Guidelines
Cooking Time
Monitor the cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed. Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite.
To test for doneness, insert a thermometer in a thick or dense area away from fat or bone. Do not leave the thermometer in the food during cooking, unless it is approved for microwave use. Use the following chart when checking for doneness:

Pork
Ground beef/veal/lamb Egg dishes| 160°F (71°C)
Leftovers Refrigerated deli and carry-out “fresh” food
Whole, pieces, and ground turkey/chicken/duck| 165°F (74°C)

Covering
Covering food helps retain moisture, shorten cook time, and reduce spattering. Use the lid supplied with cookware. If a lid is not available, wax paper, paper towels, or plastic wrap approved for microwave drawers may be used. Plastic wrap should be turned back at one corner to provide an opening to vent steam. Condensation on the door and cavity surfaces is normal during heavy cooking.
Stirring and Turning
Stirring and turning redistribute heat evenly to avoid overcooking the outer edges of food. Stir from outside to the center. If possible, turn food over from bottom to top.
Arranging
If heating irregularly shaped or different sized foods, arrange the thinner parts and smaller sized items toward the center. If cooking several items of the same size and shape, place them in a ring pattern, leaving the center of the ring empty.
Piercing
Before heating, use a fork or small knife to pierce or prick foods that have a skin or membrane, such as potatoes, egg yolks, chicken livers, hot dogs, and sausage. Prick in several places to allow steam to vent.
Shielding
Use small, flat pieces of aluminum foil to shield the thin pieces of irregularly shaped foods, bones, and foods such as chicken wings, leg tips and fish tail. See the “Aluminum Foil and Metal” section first.
Standing Time
Food will continue to cook by the natural conduction of heat even after the microwave cooking cycle ends. The length of standing time depends on the volume and density of the food.

Cookware and Dinnerware
Cookware and dinnerware must fit on the turntable. Always use oven mitts or pot holders when handling because any dish may become hot from heat transferred from the food. Do not use cookware and dinnerware with gold or silver trim. Use the following chart as a guide, then test before using.

Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Ceramic Glass, Glass| Acceptable for use.
China, Earthenware| Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Melamine| Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Paper: Towels, Dinnerware, Napkins| Use nonrecycled and those approved by the manufacturer for microwave drawer use.
Plastic: Wraps, Bags, Covers, Dinnerware, Containers| Use those approved by the manufacturer for microwave drawer use.
Pottery and Clay| Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Silicone Bakeware| Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Straw, Wicker, Wooden Containers| Do not use in the microwave drawer.
Wax Paper| Acceptable for use.

To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for Microwave Use:

1. Place cookware or dinnerware in a microwave drawer with 1 cup (250 mL) of water beside it.
2. Cook at 100% cooking power for 1 minute.

Do not use cookware or dinnerware if it becomes hot and the water stays cool.

Aluminum Foil and Metal
Always use oven mitts or pot holders when removing dishes from the microwave drawer.
Aluminum foil and some metal can be used in the microwave drawer. If not used properly, arcing (a blue flash of light) can occur and cause damage to the microwave drawer.
When using aluminum foil, only use small, flat pieces placed smoothly on the food. The foil should not come closer than one inch to any surface of the microwave drawer.

OK for Use
Racks and bakeware supplied with the microwave drawer (on some models), aluminum foil for shielding, and approved meat thermometers may be used with the following guidelines:
■ To avoid damage to the microwave drawer, do not allow aluminum foil or metal to touch the inside cavity walls, ceiling, or floor.
■ To avoid damage to the microwave drawer, do not allow contact with another metal object during microwave cooking.

Do Not Use
■ Metal cookware and bakeware
■ Gold, silver, and pewter
■ Nonapproved meat thermometers
■ Skewers
■ Twist ties
■ Oil liners such as sandwich wrappers
■ Staples
■ Objects with gold or silver trim or a metallic glaze
■ Non-heat-resistant glass
■ Plastics that does not microwave safe, such as margarine tubs
■ Recycled paper products and brown paper bags

Microwave Cooking Power
Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking power to use by percent, name, or number. For example, 70%=Medium-High. When using the microwave drawer at power levels below 100%, you may hear the magnetron cycling on and off: this is a normal microwave operation. Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested cooking power of specific foods.

high water content, such as soups, beverages and most vegetables.
90%| Twice| Cooking small tender pieces of meat, ground meat, poultry pieces, and fish fillets.
Heating cream soups.
80%| Three times| Heating rice, pasta, or stirrable casseroles.
Cooking and heating foods that need a cook power lower than high. For example, whole fish and meatloaf.
70%, Medium- High| Four times| Reheating a single serving of food.
60%| Five times| Cooking sensitive foods such as cheese and egg dishes, pudding, and custards.
Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as lasagna.
50%, Medium| Six times| Cooking ham, whole poultry, and pot roasts.
Simmering stews.
40%| Seven times| Melting chocolate.
Heating bread, rolls, and pastries.
30%, Medium- Low, Defrost| Eight times| Defrosting bread, fish, meats, poultry, and precooked foods.
20%| Nine times| Softening butter, cheese, and ice cream.
10%, Low| Ten times| Taking chill out of fruit.
0%| Eleven times| Sensor operation; no cook power.

Manual Cooking
To Use:

1. Place food in the microwave drawer, and close the drawer.

2. Enter the cooking time in minutes and seconds. If cooking with 100% power, skip Step 3.

3. Touch Power Level repeatedly to set the desired cooking power. See “Microwave Cooking Power”.

4. Touch START.
   When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones.

5. Touch STOP or OPEN the drawer to clear the display.

Cook time may be added in 1-minute increments during the cycle by touching Add 1 Min.

Cooking in Stages
The microwave drawer can be set to cook at different cooking powers for various lengths of time, up to four stages.
To Cook in Stages:

1. Place food in the microwave drawer, and close the drawer.

2. Enter the length of time to cook during the first stage.

3. Touch Power Level repeatedly to set the desired cooking power for the 1st stage. See “Microwave Cooking Power”.

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for additional stages.

5. Touch START.
   When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones.

6. Touch STOP or OPEN the drawer to clear the display.

NOTES:

■Cook time may be added in 1-minute increments during the cycle by touching Add 1 Min.
■ To see the cooking power during operation, touch Power Level.
■ Keep Warm can be added even if four stages have been set.

Auto Start
WARNING

Food Poisoning Hazard
Do not let food sit in the oven for more than one hour before or after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.

The Auto Start function allows you to program a cook cycle to start at a set time.
To Use Auto Start:

1. Place food in the microwave drawer, and close the drawer.

2. Touch SETUP or Settings four times.

3.  Touch START.

4. Enter the cooking start time in hours and minutes.

5. Touch Timer/Clock.

6. Enter the length of time to cook in minutes and seconds.

7. Touch Power Level repeatedly to set the desired cooking power. See the “Microwave Cooking Power” section.

8. Touch START.
   When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones.

9. Touch STOP or OPEN the drawer to clear the display.

Doneness Adjustment
Doneness may be adjusted for every cooking program except Keep Warm. During programming, touch Power Level after food and quantity selections are made. Touch Power Level once for “MORE”, or twice for “LESS”.

Reheat (non-sensor)
Times and cooking power have been preset for reheating specific food types. Use the following chart as a guide.

*For smaller rolls, two rolls may be counted as one piece. For larger or refrigerated rolls, one roll may be counted as 2 pieces.
To Use Reheat:

1. Place food in the microwave drawer, and close the drawer.

2. Touch Reheat.

3. Select a food item by entering its number (see chart and/or cooking guide label).

4. Enter quantity. Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching Power Level.

5. Touch START.
   When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones.

6. Touch STOP or OPEN the drawer to clear the display.

Beverage Center
Beverage Center enables you to reheat coffee or tea to restore it to a more suitable drinking temperature, or to make instant coffee or tea.

number 1 for each 0.5 cup. For example, for 1 cup of coffee, you would touch 1 twice.
Hot water| 2| 1-6 cups (250-1500 mL). Use this setting for heating cold tap water to a temperature below the boiling point to make instant coffee or tea. Choose cook time by touching number 2 for each 1 cup of water. For example, 2 cups of water, you would touch 2 twice.

To Use Beverage Center:

1. Place the container with beverage or water in the microwave drawer, and close the drawer.

2. Touch Beverage Center.

3. Touch 1 for reheating your cooled beverage, or 2 for heating water for coffee or tea.

4. Select the quantity by re-touching 1 or 2 (depending on selection) until the correct quantity is reached.
   Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching Power Level.

5. Touch START.

Defrost
The automatic defrost function can be used, or the microwave drawer can be manually set to defrost.

■ Unwrap foods and remove lids (for example, from fruit juice containers) before defrosting.
■ Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than deep blocks.
■ Separate food pieces as soon as possible during or at the end of the cycle for more even defrosting.
■ When using plastic containers from the freezer, defrost only long enough to remove the food from the plastic in order to place it in a microwave-safe dish.
■ Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such as chicken wings, leg tips, and fish tails. See the “Aluminum Foil and Metal” section first.

The automatic defrost function should not be used for food left outside the freezer for more than 20 minutes and frozen readymade food.
Times and cooking power have been preset for defrosting certain food types. Use the following chart as a guide.

safe baking dish. Do not cover.
Steaks/ Chops| 2| 0.5-3.0 lbs (227 g-1.4 kg). Remove wrap and place in microwave-safe baking dish. Do not cover.
Boneless poultry| 3| 0.5-2.0 lbs (227-907 g). Remove wrap and place in microwave-safe baking dish. Do not cover.
Bone-in poultry| 4| 0.5-3.0 lbs (227 g-1.4 kg). Remove wrap and place breast side up in the microwave-safe baking dish. Do not cover.
Roast| 5| 2.0-4.0 lbs (907 g-1.8 kg). Remove wrap and place fat side down in microwave-safe baking dish. After each stage, turn roast over and shield the warm portions with aluminum foil. Let stand, covered, for 30 to 60 minutes.
Casserole/ Soup| 6| 1-6 cups (250 mL-1.5 L). Remove wrap and place in microwave-safe baking dish. Do not cover.

To Use the Defrost Control:

1. Place food, uncovered, in the microwave drawer, and close the drawer.

2. Touch Defrost.

3. Select a food item by entering its number (see chart and/or cooking guide label).

4. Enter the weight in tenths of a pound for Meat or Poultry, or enter volume in cups for Casserole/Soup. See chart for quantity limits.
   Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching Power Level.

5. Touch START. The display will count down the defrost time. During defrosting, tones will sound to indicate it is time to check, turn, rearrange or separate food. Open drawer, turn food if necessary, close door and touch START to resume defrosting. When the cycle ends, “LET STAND COVERED” will appear in the display, and end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones.

6. Touch STOP or OPEN the drawer to clear the display.

To Defrost Manually: Follow directions in the “Manual Cooking” section, and use 30% cooking power. See the “Microwave Cooking Power” chart.

Keep Warm
WARNING

Food Poisoning Hazard
Do not let food sit in the oven for more than one hour before or after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.

Hot cooked food can be kept warm in the microwave drawer. Keep Warm can be used by itself, or it can be programmed to follow a manual cooking cycle.

■ Cover plates of food and foods that were covered while being cooked.
■ For best results, do not cover baked goods such as pastries, pies, turnovers, etc.
■ Keep Warm cannot be used with Sensor Popcorn, Sensor Reheat, Sensor Cook, Defrost, or Reheat.

To Use:

1. Place hot cooked food in the microwave drawer and close the drawer.

2. Touch Keep Warm.

3. Enter warm time in minutes and seconds, up to 30 minutes.

4. Touch START. The display will count down the warm time. “Keep Warm” will appear in the display intermittently during the countdown.
   When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones.

5. Touch STOP or OPEN the drawer to clear the display.
   To add to the end of the cooking cycle: Touch Keep Warm while setting a manual cooking cycle before touching START.

Melt/Soften/Warm
Melt, Soften, and Warm automatically determine the correct heating time and microwave power level for melting, softening, and warming the foods shown in the chart below.

wrap.
Butter| 1| 2 tbsp-1/2 cup (30-125 mL). After touching Melt, touch 1 twice for 2 tbsp (30 mL), or three times for 1/2 cup (125 mL).
Chocolate| 2| 1 cup (250 mL) chips or 1 square. After touching Melt, touch 2 twice for 1 cup (250 mL) chips, or three times for 1 square.
Soften| | Do not cover.
Ice cream| 1| 1 pint or 1/2 gallon (0.5-2 L). After touching Soften, touch 1 twice for 1 pint (0.5 L), or three times for 1/2 gallon (2 L).
Cream cheese| 2| 3-8 oz. (85-225 g). After touching Soften, touch 2 twice for 3 oz (85 g), or three times for 8 oz. (225 g).
Warm| | Place food in a microwave-safe dish. Do not cover.
Syrup| 1| 1/4-1/2 cup (63-125 mL). After touching Warm, touch 1 twice for 1/4 cup (63 mL), or three times for 1/2 cup (125 mL).
Dessert toppings| 2| 1/4-1/2 cup (63-125 mL). After touching Warm, touch 2 twice for 1/4 cup (63 mL), or three times for 1/2 cup (125 mL).

To Use Melt, Soften, or Warm:

1. Place food in the microwave drawer and close the drawer.

2. Select Melt, Soften, or Warm, depending on the food item.

3. Select a food item by entering its number (see chart below).

4. Select the quantity by re-touching 1 or 2 (depending on selection) until the correct quantity is reached.
   Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching Power Level.

5. Touch START.

Sensor Cooking Information
A sensor in the microwave drawer detects humidity released from the food as it heats and adjusts the cook time accordingly.
Many sensor cycles require the covering of foods. Microwave-safe containers or steamers with loose-fitting lids are recommended. The loose-fitting lid allows enough steam to escape to be detected by the sensor. When covering foods with plastic wrap, be sure to leave a large enough vent opening to allow the steam to escape.
Sensor Cooking options include Sensor Popcorn, Sensor Cook, and Sensor Reheat.
NOTES:

■ The microwave drawer should be plugged in for at least 3 minutes before using any sensor setting.
■ The microwave drawer cavity and the exterior of the cooking container should be dry.
■ The room temperature should not exceed 95°F (35°C).
■ Once the sensor cycle begins, the food name will appear on the display. If the drawer is opened during this time, sensing will stop and the program will be canceled. When the sensing is complete, the remaining time will appear on the display. Once the time is displayed, you may open the drawer to stir or season food, if desired.
■ Check food temperature after the cycle is complete. If additional time is needed, continue to cook using the manual settings.
■ Except when using Sensor Popcorn, if the sensor does not detect humidity properly, “ERROR” will be displayed, and the microwave drawer will turn off.
■ The sensor works with foods at normal storage temperature. If your food is frozen, it will need to be defrosted before using a sensor cycle.

Sensor Reheat
The sensor in the microwave drawer determines the reheating time based on the weight of the food being heated. Sensor Reheat will detect humidity and reheat food items from 4 to 36 oz (113-1020 g).

To Use Sensor Reheat:

1. Place food, loosely covered, in the microwave drawer, and close the drawer.

2. Touch Sensor Reheat.

3. Touch START.
   When the cycle ends, “LET STAND COVERED” will appear in the display, and end- of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones.

4. Touch STOP or OPEN the drawer to clear the display.

Sensor Popcorn
The sensor in the microwave drawer determines the appropriate popping time of commercially packaged microwavable popcorn. This function is programmed to detect popping times for 3.5-oz (99 g), 3.0-oz (85 g), and 1.75-oz (50 g) bags.
NOTE: During the Popcorn function, as with all microwave cooking functions, the microwave drawer should be attended at all times. Listen for popping to slow to one pop every 1 or 2 seconds, then stop the cycle.

■ To avoid damage to the microwave drawer, do not use regular paper bags or glassware.
■ Pop only one package of popcorn at a time.
■ Follow manufacturer’s instructions when using a microwave popcorn popper.
■ For best cooking results, do not try to pop unpopped kernels.
■ Use fresh bags of popcorn for optimal results.
■ Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content. For bag sizes not listed in this section, follow directions on the package.
■ Cooking results may vary based on the location of the bag on the floor of the microwave drawer. Try changing bag location to achieve the best results.

To Use Sensor Popcorn:

1. Place the popcorn bag in the microwave drawer, and close the drawer.

2. Touch Sensor Popcorn once for Regular (2.85-3.5 oz [81-99 g]), or twice for Snack (1.2-1.6 oz [34-45 g]).
   Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching Power Level.

3. Touch START.
   When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones.

4. Touch STOP or OPEN the drawer to clear the display.

Sensor Cook
The sensor in the microwave drawer detects humidity released from the food and automatically sets a cooking time based on the selected food category.
Use the following chart as a guide for Sensor Cooking.
NOTE: When covering foods, make sure the vent opening is large enough for moisture to escape. This will allow the sensor to accurately determine cooking time.

tender vegetables. Cover with plastic wrap and vent for tender-crisp vegetables. Stir and let stand, covered, 2-5 minutes after cooking.
Fresh vegetables: longer| 2| 0.25-1.5 lbs
(113-680 g)| Place in a microwave-safe container and add 1-4 tbs (30-60 mL) of water. Cover with lid for tender vegetables. Cover with plastic wrap and vent for tender-crisp vegetables. Stir and let stand, covered, 2-5 minutes after cooking.
Frozen vegetables| 3| 0.25-1.25 lbs
(113-567 g)| Remove from package. Place in a microwave-safe container. Do not add water. Cover with lid or plastic wrap, and vent. Stir and let stand, covered, 2-3 minutes after cooking.
Frozen entrées| 4| 6-17 oz
(170-482 g)| Remove from outer package and follow package directions for covering. If entrée is not in a microwave-safe container, place on a plate, cover with plastic wrap, and vent.
Baked potatoes Sweet potatoes| 5

6

| 1-6 medium,
10-13 oz
(283-369 g) each| Pierce each one several times with a fork. Place on paper towel, at least 1″ (2.5 cm) apart. After cooking, remove from microwave drawer, wrap in foil, and let stand 5-10 minutes.
Ground meat| 7| 0.25-2.0 lbs
(113-907 g)| Crumble meat into a microwave-safe container. Cover with plastic wrap, and vent. The microwave drawer will stop midway through cooking; stir, re-cover, and touch START to resume cooking. After cooking, stir and let stand, covered, for 2-3 minutes.
Place patties on a microwave-safe rack, and cover with wax paper. The microwave drawer will stop midway through cooking; turn patties over, re- cover, and touch START to resume cooking. Let stand 2-3 minutes, covered, after cooking.
Fish/ Seafood| 8| 0.25-2.0 lbs
(113-907 g)| Thin fillets and shrimp: Place in microwave-safe plate or dish with low sides. Cover with plastic wrap, and vent.
Thick fillets and steak: place in microwave-safe casserole dish. Cover with plastic wrap, and vent. Adjust doneness to “MORE”.
White rice Brown rice| 9
10| 0.5-2 cups (125-500 mL) dry medium or long grain rice| Follow measurements on the package for ingredient amounts. Place rice and liquid (see chart below) in a deep microwave-safe bowl or casserole. Cover with a loose-fitting lid or plastic wrap. Let stand 5 minutes after cooking, or until liquid is absorbed. Stir.

To Use Sensor Cook:

1. Place food, loosely covered, in the microwave drawer, and close the drawer.

2. Touch Sensor Cook.

3. Select a food item by entering its number (see chart or cooking guide label). See chart for quantity limits.
   Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching Power Level.

4. Touch START.
   The cycle may pause for turning or stirring of food. Stir or turn food, then touch START to resume cooking. When the cycle ends, the end-of-cycle tones will sound,
   followed by reminder tones.

5. Touch STOP or OPEN the drawer to clear the display.

MICROWAVE DRAWER CARE

General Cleaning

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the microwave drawer is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products.
Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested unless otherwise noted.

Microwave Drawer Cavity
To avoid damage to the microwave drawer cavity, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some recycled paper towels.
To avoid damage to stainless steel models, rub in the direction of grain.
The area where the microwave drawer and frame touch when closed should be kept clean.
Average soil
■ Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Heavy soil
■ Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water for 2 to 5 minutes in the microwave drawer. Steam will soften the soil. Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
Odors
■ Lemon juice or vinegar:
Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water with 1 tbs (15 mL) of either lemon juice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in the microwave drawer. Microwave Inlet Cover
To avoid arcing and microwave drawer damage, the microwave inlet cover (see “Parts and Features”) should be kept clean.
■ Wipe with wet cloth.

Microwave Drawer Exterior
The area where the microwave drawer and frame touch when closed should be kept clean.
■ Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
■ Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad:
Apply glass cleaner to the towel, not directly to the surface.
Stainless Steel (on some models)

To avoid damage to the microwave drawer and exterior, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Rub in direction of the grain.

■ Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (not included): See “Assistance or Service” section to order.
■ Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
■ Vinegar for hard water spots.

Control Panel
■ Sponge or soft cloth and water: Dampen a sponge with water and wipe the panel. Dry with a soft cloth.
■ To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use chemical or abrasive cleansers.

Microwave Drawer Guides
To keep drawer opening and closing smoothly, remove crumbs from guides, and clean often.
■ Dry, soft cloth

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here. If you need further assistance or more recommendations that may help you avoid a service call, refer to the warranty, or visit https://producthelp.jennair.com. In Canada, visit http://www.jennair.ca.  Contact us by mail with any questions or concerns at the address below.

has tripped: Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
Microwave drawer will not operate| The magnetron is not working properly: Try to heat 1 cup (250 mL) of cold water for 2 minutes at 100% cooking power. If water does not heat, try the steps below. If the microwave drawer still does not operate, call for service. See the “Assistance or Service” section.
The electronic microwave drawer control is not set correctly: See the “Microwave Drawer Control” section.
The Control Lock is on (on some models): See the “Control Lock” section.
The Demo Mode is active (on some models): See the “Demo Mode” section.
The microwave drawer makes a humming noise| This is normal and occurs when the power supply switches the magnetron on and off.
The microwave drawer front looks wavy| This is normal and will not affect performance.
The display is showing “ERROR” during sensor cooking| The sensor is not detecting humidity. Check the food and the cover, then start the program again. See the “Sensor Cooking” section.
The fan is running slower than usual| The microwave drawer has been stored in a cold area: The fan will run slower until the microwave drawer warms up to normal room temperature.
Cooking times seem too long| Cooking power not set properly: See “Microwave Cooking Power” section.
Large amounts of food being heated: Larger amounts of food need longer cooking times.
Radio, TV or cordless phone interference| The radio or TV receiver is near the microwave drawer: Move the receiver away from the microwave drawer, or adjust the radio or TV antenna.
The microwave drawer door and sealing surfaces are dirty: Make sure these areas are clean.
The cordless phone frequency is 2.4 GHz:** Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones and home wireless networks may experience static or noise while the microwave drawer is on. Use a corded phone, a different frequency cordless phone, or avoid using these items during microwave drawer operation.

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

If you need service
Please refer to the warranty.
If you need replacement parts
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you use only factory-specified parts. These factory-specified parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new JennAir® appliance.
To locate factory-specified parts in your area, call us or your nearest JennAir designated service center.

In the U.S.A.
Call the Customer eXperience Center toll-free: 1-800-JENNAIR (1-800-536-6247).
Our consultants provide assistance with:

■ Features and specifications on our full line of appliances.
■ Installation information.
■ Use and maintenance procedures.
■ Repair parts sales.
■ Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing impaired, limited vision, etc.).
■ Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors and service companies. JennAir designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States.
To locate the JennAir designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages.

For further assistance
If you need further assistance, you can write with any questions or concerns at:
JennAir Brand Home Appliances
Customer Experience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

In Canada
Call the JennAir Canada LP Customer Experience Centre
toll-free: 1-800-JENN-AIR (1-800-536-6247).
Our consultants provide assistance with:

■ Use and maintenance procedures.
■ Repair parts sales.
■ Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and service companies. JennAir designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service anywhere in Canada.

For further assistance
If you need further assistance, you can write with any questions or concerns at:
JennAir Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Centre
200 – 6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, ON L5N 0B7
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

In the U.S.A.:
JennAir Brand Home Appliances
Customer Experience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.| In Canada:
JennAir Brand Home Appliances
Customer Experience Centre
200 – 6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
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