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Turning Off the Turntable

The turntable can be turned off (except during an auto function). 
This is helpful when cooking with plates that are larger than the 
turntable or when cooking with two 10¼" (26 cm) plates that are 
side by side.

To Turn Off: Touch TURNTABLE ON-OFF. A “turntable off” icon 
will appear in the display. The turntable will turn back on 
automatically when cooking is over or CANCEL is touched.

Cooking Rack

The cooking rack is ideal for two-level cooking. It provides extra 
cavity space for cooking 2 or more containers at the same time. 
Insert the rack securely into the rack supports on the side walls of 
the oven. See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder rack.

Rack will become hot. Always use oven mitts or pot holders 
when handling.

Do not allow the rack to touch the inside cavity walls, ceiling 
or floor.

Do not store the rack in the oven. Damage to the oven could 
result if someone accidentally turns on the oven.

Use the rack only when cooking on two levels.

Do not use metal cookware, utensils, or a browning dish with 
the rack.

Do not let food container on rack touch the top or sides of the 
oven.

Do not place popcorn bags on rack.

Do not cook food directly on the rack. Always use a 
microwave-safe container.

The rack is designed specifically for this oven. Do not attempt 
to use any other rack in this oven.

Clean rack supports often (see “General Cleaning” section). 
Damage to the oven could result due to soil buildup.

MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL

Display

When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, a “:” will 
blink on the display. Touch CANCEL to stop the blinking. If the “:” 
blinks on the display at any other time, a power failure has 
occurred. Touch CANCEL and reset the clock if needed.

If “RETRY” blinks on the display for 1 second, an invalid value 
has been entered. Retry your entry.

When the microwave oven is in use, the display shows cooking 
power, quantities, weights and/or prompts. When the microwave 
oven is not in use, the display shows the time of day or Timer 
countdown.

Number Codes

The microwave oven is preset with shortcut number codes. A 
number code includes one or more of the following: cooking 
power, cook time and food quantity or weight. See the charts in 
the “Cooking” and/or “Reheating” sections for additional 
information.

Start/Add 30 Seconds

The START control shares function with the Add 30 Seconds 
feature. The START pad will start any function. If not touched 
within 5 seconds after touching a pad, “START?” will appear on 
the display as a reminder. If not touched within 5 minutes after 
touching a pad, the display will return to the time of day mode 
and the programmed function will be canceled.

If cooking is interrupted, touching the START will resume the 
preset cycle.

The ADD 30 SEC. control starts the oven at 100% power for 30 
seconds, and adds 30 seconds of cook time with each additional 
touch of the control. Once cooking begins, cook power or cook 
time may be changed manually by touching the appropriate 
display area and entering the new setting.

1 2 3

SENSOR

ENTER

AUTO

COOK

REHEAT

TIMER

DEFROST

SIM

QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBS OZ

POWER

START?

Summary of Contents for MH3184XP

Page 1: ...INATION Use CareGuide For questions about features operation performance parts accessories or service call 1 800 253 1301 or visit our website at www whirlpool com Table of Contents 2 8204920 4619 652 64151 Model MH3184XP ...

Page 2: ...op Light 7 Demo Mode 7 MICROWAVE OVEN USE 8 Food Characteristics 8 Cooking Guidelines 8 Cookware and Dinnerware 8 Aluminum Foil and Metal 9 Cooking Power 9 Cooking 10 6th SENSE System Cooking 10 Preset Cooking 10 Beverage 11 Cooking in Stages 11 Reheating 11 Defrosting 12 Warm Hold 12 MICROWAVE OVEN CARE 13 General Cleaning 13 Replacing Filters 13 Replacing Cooktop Light 14 Replacing Oven Light 14...

Page 3: ...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 indu...

Page 4: ...e overheating of the oven Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven when the microwave oven is in operation To reduce the risk of injury to persons 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 ...

Page 5: ...pliances 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 c...

Page 6: ... MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL Display When power is first supplied to the microwave oven a will blink on the display Touch CANCEL to stop the blinking If the blinks on the display at any other time a power failure has occurred Touch CANCEL and reset the clock if needed If RETRY blinks on the display for 1 second an invalid value has been entered Retry your entry When the microwave oven is in use the dis...

Page 7: ...the number pads to set the length of time 3 Touch TIMER SET OFF or START If not touched within 5 seconds START will appear on the display If not touched within 1 minute the display will return to the time of day mode and the programmed function will be canceled When the set time ends END will appear on the display and 1 tone will sound Remember touching CANCEL while a cook function is active in th...

Page 8: ...d heat faster than other foods Heavy dense foods such as meat and potatoes require a longer cook time than the same size of a light porous food such as cake CookingGuidelines 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 ovens may be used...

Page 9: ...e 70 7 Medium High Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested cooking power of specific foods Paper Towels Dinnerware Napkins Use nonrecycled and those approved by the manufacturer for microwave oven use Plastic Wraps Bags Covers Dinnerware Containers Use those approved by the manufacturer for microwave oven use Pottery and Clay Follow manufacturer s recommendations Styrofoam Do ...

Page 10: ...starts to cook When the cycle ends END will appear in the display 4 end of cycle tones will sound and then reminder tones will sound every minute for 15 minutes 2 Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones PresetCooking Times and cooking power have been preset for certain microwavable foods Use the following chart as a guide Sensor function Differences in the amo...

Page 11: ...nute for 15 minutes 7 Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones The cook time and cooking power of the cycling stage can be changed after touching START without interrupting cooking To Change Cook Time Touch COOK TIME Use the number pads to enter the new cook time Touch START To Change Cooking Power Touch COOK POWER Use the number pads to enter the new cooking p...

Page 12: ...5 Touch START The display will count down the defrost time When the cycle ends END will appear in the display 4 end of cycle tones will sound and then reminder tones will sound every minute for 15 minutes 6 Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones WarmHold Hot cooked food can be kept warm in the microwave oven Warm Hold can be used by itself or can be programme...

Page 13: ... closed should be kept clean Mild nonabrasive soaps and detergents Rinse with clean water and dry with soft lint free cloth Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad Apply glass cleaner to towel not directly to surface TURNTABLE Replace turntable immediately after cleaning Do not operate the microwave oven without the turntable in place Mild cleanser and scouring pad Dish...

Page 14: ...e bulb cover 6 Replace the charcoal filter 7 Align the bottom of the vent grille into position then push the top back until it snaps into place 8 Plug in oven or reconnect power TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call Nothing will operate Has a household fuse blown or has the circuit breaker tripped Replace the fuse or reset ...

Page 15: ...tic or noise while the oven is on Use a corded phone or a different frequency cordless phone or avoid using these items during oven operation ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow the instructions below When calling please know the purchase date and the complete model and ...

Page 16: ...T BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state Outside the 50 United States this warranty does not apply Contact your authorized Whirl...

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