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MICROWAVE OVEN USE

Cooking

To Use:

1.

Touch COOK TIME.

2.

Touch the number pads to set a length of time to cook.

“TOUCH START OR POWER” scrolls across display.

Touch COOK POWER to set a cooking power other than 
100%. Touch the number pad(s) using the Cooking Power 
chart.

3.

Touch START/ENTER.

The display will count down the cook 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.

4.

Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display 
and/or stop reminder tones.

The cook time and cooking power cannot be changed after 
touching START/ENTER.

Popcorn

Do not use regular paper bags or glass utensils.

Pop only one package of popcorn at a time.

Follow manufacturer’s instructions when using a microwave 
popcorn popper.

Listen for popping to slow to 1 pop every 1 or 2 seconds.
Do not repop unpopped kernels.

Use fresh bags of popcorn for optimal results.

Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content.

Popping time has been preset based on commercially packaged 
microwave popcorn. 

To Use POPCORN:

1.

Touch POPCORN.

2.

Touch number pad 1 for 1.75 oz. bag, 2 for 3.0 oz. bag, or 3 
for 3.5 oz. bag.

3.

Touch START/ENTER.

The display will count down the popping time.

When the popcorn cycle ends, “END” will appear in the 
display, 4 end-of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder 
tones will sound every minute.

4.

Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display 
and/or stop reminder tones.

Cooking in Stages

The oven can be set to cook at different cooking powers for 
various lengths of time, up to three stages, including defrost.

To Cook in Stages:

1.

Touch COOK TIME.

2.

Touch number pads to enter length of time to cook during the 
first stage.

3.

Touch COOK POWER.

4.

Touch the number pad(s) using the Cooking Power chart to 
set the cooking power for the first cycle.

“P-## TOUCH START” scrolls across the display. (## is the 
percent of cook power.)

5.

Repeat steps 1-4 for the second cycle.

6.

Touch START/ENTER.

Two tones will sound between cycles, and then the next cycle 
will begin counting down.

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.

7.

Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display 
and/or stop reminder tones.

The cook time and cooking power of the cycling stage cannot be 
changed after touching START/ENTER without interrupting 
cooking.

Reheating

Times and cooking power have been preset for reheating four 
specific food types. Use the following chart as a guide.

To Use Reheat:

1.

Touch REHEAT.

2.

Touch number pad from chart to select food type to be 
reheated.

3.

Touch number pads to enter quantity.

4.

Touch START/ENTER.

The display will count down the reheat 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.

5.

Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to clear the display 
and/or stop reminder tones.

FOOD

CODE

QUANTITY

Dinner Plate

1

1-2 Servings

Soup/Sauce

2

1-4 Cups

Casserole

3

1-4 Cups

Roll/Muffin

4

1-4 Pieces

Summary of Contents for MHE14XK

Page 1: ...E HOOD COMBINATION Use CareGuide For questions about features operation performance parts accessories or service call 1 800 44 ROPER 1 800 447 6737 or visit our website at www roperappliances com Table of Contents 2 MODEL MHE14XK ...

Page 2: ...top Light 7 BEFORE USING 7 Food Characteristics 7 Cooking Guidelines 8 Cookware and Dinnerware 8 Aluminum Foil and Metal 9 Cooking Power 9 MICROWAVE OVEN USE 10 Cooking 10 Popcorn 10 Cooking in Stages 10 Reheating 10 Defrosting 11 MICROWAVE OVEN CARE 11 General Cleaning 11 Replacing Filters 12 Replacing Cooktop Light 13 Replacing Microwave Oven Light 13 TROUBLESHOOTING 14 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 15 ...

Page 3: ...s Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and sealed containers for example closed glass jars may 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...

Page 4: ...urn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock Do not use paper products when appliance is operat ed in the PAN BROWN mode on models with this feature Do not store any materials other than manufacturer s recommended accessories in this oven when not in use Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal foil This will cause overheating of the oven Do not ...

Page 5: ...e 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...

Page 6: ...t scrolls followed by a on the display a power failure has occurred Touch OFF CANCEL and reset the Clock if needed When the microwave oven is in use the display shows cooking time When the microwave oven is not in use the display shows the time of day or Timer countdown Start Enter The START ENTER pad begins any function If not touched after touching a pad TOUCH START will appear in the display If...

Page 7: ...d water molecules in the food causing them to move producing friction and heat which cooks the food Never lean on or allow children to swing on the oven door Do not operate microwave oven when it is empty Heated liquids can splash out during and after heating Use of a wooden stir stick placed in the cup or bowl during heating may help to avoid this The turntable must be in place and correct side u...

Page 8: ...e to cook by the natural conduction of heat even after the microwave cycle ends The length of standing time depends on the volume and density of the food CookwareandDinnerware 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 ...

Page 9: ...uch the number pads to set a length of time to cook 3 Touch COOK POWER 4 Touch the number pad using the Cooking Power chart 5 Touch START ENTER The display will count down the cook 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 6 Touch OFF CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones...

Page 10: ...display and or stop reminder tones CookinginStages The oven can be set to cook at different cooking powers for various lengths of time up to three stages including defrost To Cook in Stages 1 Touch COOK TIME 2 Touch number pads to enter length of time to cook during the first stage 3 Touch COOK POWER 4 Touch the number pad s using the Cooking Power chart to set the cooking power for the first cycl...

Page 11: ... 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 5 Touch OFF CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones MICROWAVE OVEN CARE GeneralCleaning IMPORTANT Before cleaning make sure all controls are off and the oven is cool Always follow label instructions on cleaning products Soap water and a...

Page 12: ...ter drops out 3 Remove charcoal filter by removing the vent grille mounting screws tipping the grille forward and lifting out to remove Then lift the front of the filter up and slide filter straight out To Replace 1 Replace charcoal filter by sliding the new filter into place until it rests at an inclined angle Replace vent grille and mounting screws 2 Replace grease filters by inserting one end i...

Page 13: ...a candelabra base 30 watt bulb It will automatically come on when the door is opened and when the microwave oven is operating See Assistance or Service section to reorder To Replace 1 Unplug microwave or disconnect power 2 Remove the two outer vent grille mounting screws located above the cover 3 Tip the grille forward then lift out to remove 4 Lift up the bulb cover 1 Bulb cover 5 Replace light C...

Page 14: ...ing call for service See Assistance or Service section Do not operate the oven without turntable and turntable support working properly Turntable rotates both directions This is normal and depends on motor rotation at beginning of cycle Display shows messages Is the display showing There has been a power failure or the clock time has been turned off See Display section to clear display See Clock s...

Page 15: ...ications on our full line of appliances Installation information Use and maintenance procedures Accessory and repair parts sales Specialized customer assistance Spanish speaking hearing impaired limited vision etc Referrals to local dealers repair parts distributors and service companies Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty...

Page 16: ...ION 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 rights which may vary from state to state Outside the 50 United States this warranty does not apply Contact your auth...

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