Whirlpool MH7140XF, Use & Care Manual

Page 1: ...Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven 9 Using Your Microwave Oven 21 Caring for Your Microwave Oven 37 Cooking Guide 40 Questions and Answers 42 Troubleshooting 43 Requesting Assistance or Service 45 Index 47 Warranty 48 In the U S A for assistance or service call the Consumer Assistance Center 1 800 253 1301 In Canada for assistance or service see page 46 ...

Page 2: ... section Also record the other information shown in the next column Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference 1 800 253 1301 Model Number __________________________________ Serial Number ___________________________________ Purchase Date __________________________________ Dealer Name ____________________________________ Dealer Address __________________________...

Page 3: ...XPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found in this section The microwave oven must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded outlet See GROUND ING INSTRUCTIONS found at the end of this section Install or locate the microwave oven only in accordance with the provided installation instructions Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example closed glass jars may explode and s...

Page 4: ...e 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 bro...

Page 5: ...ing 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 can result in a risk of electric shock Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or i...

Page 6: ...ding and 3 8 inch 95 cm thickness drywall or plaster lath Support for microwave oven hood weight of 150 pounds 68 kg plus the weight of items placed in the oven or upper cabinet 30 inch 76 2 cm wide minimum opening 14 inch 35 6 cm clearance between the bottom of microwave oven hood and the cooktop Protection from draft areas such as windows doors and strong heating vents Grounded electrical outlet...

Page 7: ...grille aside 3 After removing all oven contents including the turntable and support tape the door in the closed position Then remove the two bolts securing the microwave oven to the upper cabinet wWARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install microwave oven Failure to do so can result in back or other injury B C A D E F G 4 While wearing gloves grasp the microwave oven...

Page 8: ...olts securing the microwave oven to the upper cabinet wWARNING Crush Hazard Attach microwave oven with bolts as shown Failure to do so can result in broken bones cuts or other injury REMOVINGANDREPLACINGTHEMICROWAVEOVEN CONT 2 bolts 5 Untape the door and replace the turntable and support 6 Replace the vent grille 7 Replace the two screws in the top of microwave oven cabinet the screws located clos...

Page 9: ...od as it turns on the turntable HOWYOURMICROWAVEOVENWORKS The glass turntable of your microwave oven lets microwaves pass through Then they bounce off a metal floor back through the glass turntable and are absorbed by the food Magnetron Metal floor Glass turntable Oven cavity GETTINGTOKNOWYOUR MICROWAVEOVEN This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking It also shows you the basics y...

Page 10: ...ling surfaces of the oven Adjusting the receiving antenna of the radio or television HOWYOURMICROWAVEOVENWORKS CONT To test the oven put about 1 cup of cold water in a glass container in the oven Close the door and make sure it latches Follow the directions in Cooking at high cook power in the Using Your Microwave Oven section to set the oven to cook for 2 minutes When the time is up the water sho...

Page 11: ... or reheating Liquids heated in certain containers especially containers shaped like cylinders may become overheated The liquid may splash out with a loud noise during or after heating or when adding ingredients coffee granules tea bags etc This can harm the oven and possibly injure someone Never lean on the door or allow a child to swing on it when the door is open Injury could result Use hot pad...

Page 12: ...CONT Do not try to melt paraffin wax in the oven Paraffin wax will not melt in a microwave oven because it allows microwaves to pass through it Do not operate the microwave oven unless the glass turntable is securely in place and can rotate freely on the support rollers The turntable can rotate in either direction Make sure the rollers are completely inside the center circle of the turntable this ...

Page 13: ...ng results The turntable is sunken into the cavity floor to give you more cooking space and better cooking results See pages 9 12 37 42 and 44 for more details 6 Charcoal and Grease Filters Included in oven cavity See page 38 for installation instructions and cleaning information 7 Cooktop Countertop Light Turn on to light your cooktop or countertop or turn on as a night light See page 18 for more...

Page 14: ... cook for a preset time at a preset cook power See page 34 for more information 9 FROZEN ENTREE Touch this pad to cook a 10 or 20 ounce 283 5 to 567 g frozen entree The oven will automatically cook for a preset time at a preset cook power See page 35 for more information 10 WARM HOLD Touch this pad to keep hot cooked foods safely warm in your microwave oven for up to 99 minutes 99 seconds WARM HOL...

Page 15: ...e information NOTES If you have entered all settings for a function but do not touch START ENTER in 5 seconds the START indicator light will show If you open the door while the oven is on and then shut the door the START indicator light will show Touch START ENTER to continue If you choose a function but do not press another Command pad within 1 minute the display returns to the time of day and yo...

Page 16: ...OUCH and hold for 5 seconds Two tones will sound and will be cleared from the display To heat 2 bottom plates together or one larger dish the turntable should not be turning You can shut the turntable off by touching TURNTABLE ON OFF TURNTABLE OFF appears on the display If you touch TURNTABLE ON OFF before starting to set the cooking function your oven will prompt you to enter a cooking time witho...

Page 17: ...e floor of the oven Damage to the interior finish will result Use rack only in the microwave oven Do not use rack with browning dish Do not let food container on rack touch the top or sides of the oven Do not cook foods directly on rack Put them in microwave safe containers first Do not place a metal cooking container on rack Only use the Cooking Rack when cooking at more than one level USINGTHECO...

Page 18: ...w the last time of day set To turn off the clock touch CLOCK Number pad 0 and CLOCK again the set time will disappear and will show on the display SETTINGTHECLOCK TOUCH YOU SEE TOUCH YOU SEE TOUCH YOU SEE OR ENTER TIME START TIME CLOCK 1 0 2 0 CLOCK START ENTER The pad on the bottom left of the control panel controls the cooktop countertop light 1 Turn on light 2 Turn off light when desired TOUCH ...

Page 19: ... do not do this step within 5 sec onds of doing Step 2 START will appear You then have 1 minute to touch START ENTER or TIMER SET before the display returns to the time of day At the end of the countdown To cancel the minute timer During the countdown GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN NOTE The oven can operate while the Minute Timer is in use To see the Minute Timer while the oven is cooking tou...

Page 20: ...wer or add an extra minute to your cooking time cycle You can also use it to extend cooking time cycles in multiples of 1 minute up to 99 minutes NOTES To extend cooking time cycles in multiples of 1 minute touch ADD MINUTE repeatedly during cooking After closing the door you can enter ADD MINUTE without having to touch START ENTER 1 Make sure the food is in the oven 2 Touch ADD MINUTE Example for...

Page 21: ...can change the cooking time any time during cooking by repeating Steps 2 3 and 4 TOUCH YOU SEE TOUCH YOU SEE four tones will sound ENTER POWER COOK TIME ENTER POWER COOK TIME TOUCH YOU SEE POWER COOK TIME YOU SEE COOK TIME COOK TIME 1 0 3 START ENTER USINGYOURMICROWAVEOVEN This section gives you instructions for operating each function Please read these instructions carefully COOKINGATHIGHCOOKPOWE...

Page 22: ...f full power WHEN TO USE IT Quick heating many convenience foods and foods with high water content such as soups and beverages Cooking small tender pieces of meat ground meat poultry pieces fish fillets and most vegetables Heating cream soups Heating rice pasta or stirrable casseroles Cooking and heating foods that need a cook power lower than high for example whole fish and meat loaf or when food...

Page 23: ...of the cooking time Changing instructions You can change the cooking time or cook power any time during cooking by repeating Steps 2 3 and or 4 and 5 OR ENTER POWER COOK TIME TOUCH YOU SEE ENTER POWER COOK ENTER POWER COOK repeat until desired cook power appears 7 0 3 COOK POWER 5 COOK POWER USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN TOUCH YOU SEE POWER COOK TIME YOU SEE four tones will sound COOK TIME START ENTER...

Page 24: ... to another automatically for up to 3 stages You can set your chosen cook functions in any order However if you use EZ Choice DEFROST it must be the first stage 1 Put your food in the oven and close the door 2 Touch COOK TIME 3 Enter the cooking time for the first stage Example for 7 minutes 30 seconds 4 Set the cook power for the first stage Example for 50 cook power 5 Repeat Steps 2 3 and 4 to s...

Page 25: ...f the cooking time Changing instructions You can change cooking times or cook powers for a stage any time after that stage starts by repeating Steps 2 3 and or 4 and 5 TOUCH YOU SEE POWER COOK TIME 1 2 YOU SEE four tones will sound COOK TIME first stage when cooking with 2 stages START ENTER USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN ...

Page 26: ... R AMOUNTS YOU CAN CHOOSE 0 5 1 1 5 or 2 cups 118 mL 237 mL 355 mL or 473 mL 1 to 4 cups 237 mL to 946 mL 1 to 4 cups 237 mL to 946 mL 1 to 4 cups 237 mL to 946 mL 1 to 6 pieces average thickness 1 to 4 servings 1 to 4 pieces TOUCH COOK once twice 3 times 4 times 5 times 6 times 7 times This chart shows you how to choose a type of food and the amounts you can choose for each type You must touch CO...

Page 27: ...CH REHEAT once twice 3 times 4 times 5 times This chart shows you how to choose a type of food and the amounts you can choose for each type You must touch REHEAT once before choosing the food type TOUCH NUMBER PAD 1 2 3 4 5 OR 2 Touch REHEAT 1 to 5 times to choose the type of food Example for pizza slice OR Touch a Number pad to choose the type of food You see LBSOZ OFF TABLE TURN QTY ENTER SENSOR...

Page 28: ...ing preset cooking times in the Getting to Know section See the EZ Choice defrost chart later in this section for defrosting directions for each food To defrost items not listed in the EZ Choice defrost chart use 30 cook power Refer to a reliable cookbook for defrosting information TOUCH NUMBER PAD 1 2 3 OR 2 Touch DEFROST 1 to 3 times to choose the type of food 4 Touch once OR Touch a Number pad ...

Page 29: ...ulk Ground Beef Patties Round Steak Tenderloin Steak Pot Roast Chuck Roast Rib Roast Rolled Rump Roast Stew Beef Lamb Cubes for Stew Chops 1 inch 2 5 cm thick Pork Chops 1 2 inch 13 mm thick Hot Dogs Spareribs Country Style Ribs Loin Roast Boneless Sausage Links Sausage Bulk Fish setting SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Place in a microwavable baking dish Carefully separate fillets under cold water Place in a...

Page 30: ...ood to be thawed is completely frozen If the food is partially defrosted always set a lower food weight for a shorter defrosting time to prevent cooking the food For better results a preset standing time is included in the defrosting time This may make the defrosting time seem longer than expected For more information on standing time see the Microwave cooking tips in the Cooking Guide section Wei...

Page 31: ...t results Pop only 1 package at a time If you are using a microwave popcorn popper follow manufacturer s instructions To use POPCORN follow the steps below 1 Place the bag in the center of the turntable 2 Touch POPCORN 1 to 3 times to choose the bag size You see TOUCH POPCORN once twice 3 times This chart shows you how to choose a bag size POPCORN How well your popcorn cooks will depend on the bra...

Page 32: ...e oven will start heating Example for 2 cups At end of heating time NOTES If you touch BEVERAGE 3 times the display returns to the 1 cup setting You do not need to touch START ENTER to start the oven The oven will start heating by itself in 5 seconds If you need more or less heating time do not touch BEVERAGE again Touch COOK POWER before the oven starts cooking See Changing preset cooking times i...

Page 33: ...ing preset cooking times in the Getting to Know section 1 Put pierced potato es in the oven and close the door 2 Touch BAKED POTATO If you want to cook 1 potato just wait 5 seconds 3 Change to 2 to 4 potatoes if desired Example for 2 potatoes After 5 seconds the oven will start cooking Example for 2 potatoes At end of cooking time USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN USINGBAKEDPOTATO TOUCH YOU SEE BAKED POTA...

Page 34: ...xample for 2 cups At end of cooking time You do not need to touch START ENTER to start the oven The oven will start cooking by itself in 5 seconds If you need more or less cooking time do not touch VEGETABLE again Touch COOK POWER before the oven starts cooking See Changing preset cooking times in the Getting to Know section TOUCH YOU SEE QTY TOUCH YOU SEE QTY OR 2 YOU SEE COOK AUTO TIME countdown...

Page 35: ...ds the oven will start cooking Example for 20 ounces At end of cooking time NOTES If you touch FROZEN ENTREE 3 times the display returns to the 10 ounce 284 g setting You do not need to touch START ENTER to start the oven The oven will start cooking by itself in 5 seconds If you need more or less cooking time do not touch FROZEN ENTREE again Touch COOK POWER before the oven starts cooking See Chan...

Page 36: ... 2 Touch WARM HOLD 3 Start the oven To make WARM HOLD automatically follow another cycle While you are entering cooking instructions touch WARM HOLD before touching START ENTER or during cooking Food cooked covered should be covered during WARM HOLD Pastry items pies turnovers etc should be uncovered during WARM HOLD Complete meals kept warm on a dinner plate should be covered during WARM HOLD Do ...

Page 37: ...s cleaner Apply the spray glass cleaner to the soft cloth do not spray directly on the oven NOTE Abrasive cleansers steel wool pads gritty wash cloths some paper towels etc can damage the control panel and the interior and exterior oven surfaces To clean turntable and turntable support wash in mild sudsy water for heavily soiled areas use a mild cleanser and scouring sponge The turntable and turnt...

Page 38: ...lters in hot water and a mild detergent Scrub and swish to remove embedded dirt and grease Rinse well and shake to dry Do not use ammonia corrosive cleaning agents such as lye based oven cleaners or place in a dishwasher The filter will turn black or could be damaged 5 To replace the charcoal filters push each filter to the back of the opening between the upper and lower lips against the springs S...

Page 39: ...the bulb with a candelabra base 30 watt bulb PN 4393681 6 Close the bulb cover 7 Slide the top of the vent grille into place Push the bottom until it snaps into place Replace the mounting screws 8 Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power To order bulbs in the U S A call 1 800 253 1301 or in Canada call the nearest service branch see If you need assistance or service in Canada in the Requesting As...

Page 40: ...epare the time it takes to cook that food will also change For example if you double a recipe add a little more than half the original cooking time Check for doneness and if necessary add more time in small increments Starting temperature of food The lower the temperature of the food being put into the microwave oven the longer it takes to cook Food at room temperature will be re heated more quick...

Page 41: ...ing of foods in the oven Closed glass jars may explode resulting in damage to the oven or possible personal injury Do not use the microwave oven to sterilize objects baby bottles etc It is difficult to keep the oven at the high temperature needed for safe sterilization Arranging food For best results place food evenly on the plate You can do this in several ways If you are cooking several items of...

Page 42: ...the dish Be prepared to use hot pads to remove food after cooking Standing time means that food should be removed from the oven and covered for additional time to allow it to finish cooking This frees the oven for other cooking Steam is normally produced during cooking The microwave oven has been designed to vent this steam out the vent Yes Pop packaged microwave popcorn following manufacturer s g...

Page 43: ...not cooking CAUSE The electric supply to your home or wall outlets is low or lower than normal Your electric company can tell you if the line voltage is low Your electrician or service technician can tell you if the outlet voltage is low The cook power is not at the recommended setting Check the chart on page 22 You have not allowed enough cooking time for the amount of food being cooked Larger am...

Page 44: ...t still does not move call an authorized service technician for repair Cooking without the turntable can give you poor results CAUSE You have not entered the correct command You have turned off the tone See the Audible signals section on page 15 TONES PROBLEM You do not hear the programming or end of cycle tone PROBLEM The display is flashing CAUSE There has been a power interruption Reset the clo...

Page 45: ...ce Center c o Correspondence Dept 2000 North M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Accessory and repair parts sales Specialized customer assistance Spanish speak ing hearing impaired limited vision etc Referrals to local dealers service companies and repair parts distributors Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the Uni...

Page 46: ...cept 807 area code Outside the Ottawa area 1 800 807 6777 MANITOBA SASKATCHEWAN 1 800 665 1683 and 807 area code in ONTARIO QUEBEC Montreal except South Shore 1 800 361 3032 South Shore Montreal 1 800 361 0950 Quebec City 1 800 463 1523 Sherbrooke 1 800 567 6966 ATLANTIC PROVINCES 1 800 565 1598 FORFURTHERASSISTANCE If you need further assistance you can write to Inglis Limited with any questions ...

Page 47: ...TABLE ON OFF 16 VEGETABLE 34 WARM HOLD 36 TOPIC PAGE ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 5 12 EXHAUST FAN 17 FILTERS 38 HOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN WORKS 9 10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6 8 LIGHTS Replacing 39 Using 18 PARTS AND FEATURES Cooking guide label 13 Cooking rack 13 17 Door handle 13 Door safety lock system 13 Magnetron 9 42 Microwave inlet cover 13 Model and serial number plate 13 Turntable 9 12 13 37 4...

Page 48: ...epairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 9 97 WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT 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 rig...