Whirlpool MS1060XY, User Manual

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Page 2: ... Your Microwave Oven 15 5 Microwave Cooking Recipes and Tables Setting the Controls 6 Warranty 40 0 1991 Whirlpool Corporation Parts and features Model MS1600XW MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LABEL CONTROL PANEL VENTS Not Shown BUTTON Y I VENTS DOOR LATCHES REMOVABLE GLASS TRAY Not Shown Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card provided with this pro...

Page 3: ...o support its weight l Has been properly connected to electrical supply and grounded See Installation Instructions l Is operated with the removable glass tray in place l Is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly l Is properly maintained l Is used only for jobs expected of a home microwave oven PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE 1EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE I ENERGY DO NOT atte...

Page 4: ... basement or near a swimming pool and the like l Do not immerse cord or plug in water Electrical shock may result l Keep cord away from heated surfaces Electri cal shock may result l Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter Electrical shock may result l See door surface and interior cleaning instruc tions on page 9 l To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity Do not overcook food Care...

Page 5: ...t foods Important things to remember to get the BEST COOKING RESULTS ALWAYS cook food for the minimum recommended cooking time If necessary add time in one or two minute periods then check for doneness to avoid overcooking the food l Stir turn or rearrange the food being cooked about halfway through the cooking time for most even doneness with all recipes l If a glass cover is not available use wa...

Page 6: ... slower the cooking COOK POWER CHART Recipes in Microwave Cooking Recipes and Tables use the Cook Power settings HIGH Power or DEFROST Recipes from other books and magazines may use different Cook Power percentages The following chart may be helpful HIGH Power 100 of full power DEFROST 50 of full power 5 Close the door The oven will start cooking and you will hear a fan running To stop the oven 1 ...

Page 7: ... slde of mlcrowave oven Allow a few inches of air circulation on side and back of oven where vents and intake openings are located Blocking the air intake openings and air vents can cause damage to the oven and poor cooking results Make sure the micro wave oven legs are in place to ensure proper airflow 2 Put the oven on a cart counter table or shelf that is strong enough to hold the oven and the ...

Page 8: ...ctly polarized 3 prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician Consult a qualified electrician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded it is NOT recommended to use an extension cord with your microwave oven but if you find it necessary to do so temporarily until a properly grounded and polarized 3 ...

Page 9: ...en with warm sudsy water and a soft cloth or sponge The glass tray may be removed for cleaning Wash by hand in mild detergent or in a dishwasher Do not operate the microwave oven when the glass tray is removed for cleaning For stubborn soil boil a cup of water in the oven for 2 or 3 minutes Steam will soften the soil Be sure to clean the surfaces where the door and oven frame touch when closed Whe...

Page 10: ...astics without heating them so food absorbs the energy Microwaves bounce off metal pans so food does not absorb the energy Microwaves may not reach the center of a roast The heat around the outside is what cooks the roast all the way through This is one of the reasons for letting some foods roasts baked potatoes stand for a while after cooking or for stirring some foods during the cooking time The...

Page 11: ...lize objects baby bottles etc It is difficult to maintain the high temperature required for safe sterilization USE HOT PADS Microwave energy does not heat containers but the hot food does It is normal for the inside of the oven door to look wavy after the oven has been running for a while DO NOT heat store or use flam mable materials in or near the oven Fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion ...

Page 12: ...mpty is not recom mended If you practice programming the oven put a container of water in the oven DO NOT let the oven continue to operate after removing food Turn the timer to OFF STIRRER COVER NEVER remove the stirrer cover The plastic cover protects the microwave stirrer blade from soil or bending DO NOT OVERCOOK POTATOES Fire could result At the end of the recommended cooking time potatoes sho...

Page 13: ...e door firmly closed and latched l Did you follow the directions exactly If microwave cooking times seem too long l Is the electric supply to your home or wall outlet 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 l Is the Cook Power set correctly Are you allowing more time when...

Page 14: ...vice company in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under authorized servicer or Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 66606 l MACAP will in turn inform us of your action APPiJANCES HOUSENOLD ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR sERvlcE 6 REMI...

Page 15: ...ooking energy Standing times which allow the extra cooking to take place can vary from one to five minutes for vegetables or five to ten minutes for a large roast Experience will help you determine standing times for the various foods you prepare Utensils Never use metal or metal trimmed utensils in your microwave oven Microwaves cannot penetrate metal They will bounce off any metal object in the ...

Page 16: ...s conduct heat to areas near them Well marbled meat cooks more evenly Large areas of fat attract energy away from the meat and slow cook ing To prevent uneven cooking meats with bones or large fatty areas may require frequent turning during microwaving Techniques for Microwave Cooking Every different food has unique characteristics Here are some ideas and guidelines to help you achieve optimum res...

Page 17: ... 10 to 12 servings 1 lb pasteurized process cheese spread wlth Mexican seasoning 1 can 15 oz chili without beans 1 can 5 oz evaporated milk 1 medium tomato seeded and chopped 2 green onions sliced corn chips Cut cheese into l inch cubes In 2 quart microwavable casserole combine cheese chili and milk Cover Microwave at HIGH power for 12 to 14 minutes or until cheese melts Stir every 3 minutes Let s...

Page 18: ... 40 to 50 minutes or until pork is tender Let stand 1 clove garflc quartered covered for 10 minutes Remove pork and onion Cool Discard 1 bay leaf cooking liquid Shred pork 1 cup barbecue sauce cup chill sauce V4teaspoon pepper 4 pits bread 4 Inch shredded lettuce In 2 quart microwavable casserole mix pork reserved onion bar becue sauce chili sauce and pepper Cover Microwave at HIGH Power for 8 to ...

Page 19: ...bobs 6 oz boneless beef sirloin steak l inch thick 4 small red potatoes 2 inch 1 jar 6 oz marinated artichoke hearts reserve marinade 14teaspoon pepper 6 pitted extra large black olives 4 wooden skewers lo inch Trim and discard fat from beef Cut into l inch cubes Set aside Trim Winch strip around center of each potato Place potatoes in a l quart microwavable casserole Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon ar...

Page 20: ...nutes or until beef is 1 can 16 oz whole tomatoes chopped tender stirring every 4 minutes Let stand covered for 10 minutes 1 cup thinly sliced carrots 2 3cup water 4 servings j 2 cup chopped onion 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoons instant beef bouillon granules 1 teaspoons paprika V2teaspoon garlic salt V2 teaspoon sugar 14teaspoon dried dill weed 18teaspoon cayenne Garlic Beef with Carrots Mar...

Page 21: ... l cup glass measure combine all glaze ingredients Microwave at HIGH Power for 45 to 60 seconds or until melted Stir Set aside Cover stuffed hens with wax paper Microwave at HIGH Power for 10 minutes Turn hens over Brush with glaze Microwave at HIGH Power for 10 minutes Brush with glaze Microwave covered for 5 to 7 minutes longer or until legs move freely and juices run clear brushing with glaze o...

Page 22: ...ms Microwave uncovered at HIGH Power for 9 to 10 minutes or until mixture thickens stirring twice 4 servings VBteaspoon dried summer savory teaspoon white pepper 1 cups mllk V2 cup water 1 can 6V2 oz minced clams drained Sole Knots 1 lb fresh sole fillets S inch thick Tie each sole strip into a knot Set aside cut into lo inch x P inch strips 3 tablespoons butter or margarine 2 tablespoons all purp...

Page 23: ...ated 1 tablespoon milk l 4 teaspoon salt V8teaspoon pepper 12cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Place 1 tablespoon butter in g inch glass pie plate Microwave at HIGH Power for 30 to 45 seconds or until butter melts Tilt to coat bottom Set aside In small mixing bowl beat egg whites at high speed of electric mixer until stiff but not dry In small bowl blend egg yolks milk salt and pepper Fold egg yol...

Page 24: ...UP glass measure mix remaining ingredients Microwave uncovered at HIGH Power for 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened Pour over carrots Toss to coat 4 servings Orange Baked Apples I cup butter or margarine 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons chopped pecans 1 teaspoon grated orange peel ISteaspoon ground nutmeg 4 large baking apples about 10 oz each 2 tablespoons brandy or apple juice Sweetened whipped ...

Page 25: ... microwavable casserole combine caramels and milk Microwave at HIGH Power for 3 to 4 minutes or until mixture can be stirred smooth stirring once every minute Stir in cornflakes and peanuts Press mixture into prepared baking dish Set aside In 2 cup glass measure combine chocolate chips and shortening Microwave at HIGH Power for 1 to 1 minutes or until mixture is smooth stirring once Drizzle chocol...

Page 26: ...r lb 3 to 4 minutes 3 to 4 minutes 3 to 4 minutes 3 to 4 minutes per lb 10 minutes lo 15 minutes Turn over once Remove thawed portions with fork Return remainder to oven to defrost The best way to freeze ground beef is in a doughnut shape 15 20 minutes Turn over once 30 minutes 30 minutes lo 15 minutes lo 15 minutes lo 15 minutes 15 minutes lo 15 minutes Turn over once Turn over once Turn over onc...

Page 27: ...s 10 minutes l Turning or stirring should be done after l 4 of the defrosting cycle Defrost in package on dish Turn over once After defrosting carefully separate fillets under cold water Defrost in package on dish After defrosting carefully separate steaks under cold running water Use a shallow dish the shape of the fish determines size Cover the head with aluminum foil Be carefull not to let foil...

Page 28: ...y across grain Place cubes in e quart microwavable casserole Pour 1 cup water or broth over cubes Cook covered Stir cubes halfway through cooking Cook until fork tender Let stand covered 10 minutes Crumble beef and place in microwavable sieve or colander Place sieve in bowl to collect drippings Cover with waxed paper Stir after 3 minutes to break meat apart After cooking let stand covered 2 minute...

Page 29: ...perature is reached Let stand covered with foil 15 minutes Temperature may rise about lOoF Place roast fat side down on microwavable roast rack Add desired seasonings and cover with waxed paper Turn over meat halfway through cooking and shield if necessary Let stand covered with foil 15 minutes Remove roast from microwave when desired temperature is reached Temperature may rise about lOoF Place ro...

Page 30: ...er cooking let stand 1 minute Place meat on microwavable roast rack Cover loosely with waxed paper After cooking let stand 1 minute Place chops in microwavable baking dish Add desired seasonings and cover with plastic wrap and vent Cook until no longer pink or until internal temperature reaches 170 F Turn over chops Let stand covered 5 minutes Temperature may rise about lOoF Pierce hot dogs and pl...

Page 31: ...ing let stand covered 1 minute Place sausage patties in a circle on micro wavable roast rack Brush with browning agent if desired Cover with waxed paper Turn patties over halfway through cooking After cooking let stand 2 minutes Place ribs cut into serving size pieces bone side down in large cooking bag Place bag in Pquart microwavable casserole Add 1 cup water to bag Close bag loosely with microw...

Page 32: ...r with waxed paper Cook until no longer pink and juices run clear Let stand covered 5 minutes Wash and dry poultry Place breast side down on microwavable roast rack Brush with butter or browning agent and seasonings if desired Cover with waxed paper Cook of estimated time Turn breast side up brush on butter or browning agent Replace waxed paper Cook 13of estimated time again Shield if necessary Co...

Page 33: ...gs if desired Cook until no longer pink and juices run clear Remove hens from microwave when desired temperature is reached Let stand covered with foil 5 minutes Temperature may rise about 10 F Temperature in breast should be 170 F before serving FISH AND SHELLFISH COOKING TABLE Fish Shellfish Cook Cooking Tlme Power Minutes Per Pound Special Instructions Fish fillets HIGH Power 5 to 6 12 minutes ...

Page 34: ...h plastic wrap and vent Cook until tender crisp Let stand covered 2 minutes Remove outer wrapping from box Place box on 2 paper towels After cooking let stand 2 minutes Place beans and 2 tablespoons water in M quart microwavable covered casserole Stir halfway through cooking Cook until tender crisp Let stand covered 2 minutes Place beets and l 4 cup water in Mquart microwavable covered casserole R...

Page 35: ...ed corn and 2 tablespoons water in a inch microwavable baking dish Cover with plastic wrap and vent Cook until tender crisp Let stand covered 5 minutes Pierce eggplant with fork and place on 2 paper towels Turn over halfway through cooking Cook until fork pierces skin easily Let stand 2 minutes Cut in half to remove pulp Place sliced leeks and 2 tablespoons water in l quart microwavable covered ca...

Page 36: ...es Place spinach and 2 tablespoons water in 3 quart microwavable covered casserole After cooking let stand covered 2 minutes Remove outer wrapping from box or pouch Place box on 2 paper towels Pierce pouch with fork and place in V z quart microwavable casserole After cooking let stand 2 minutes Pierce squash several times with fork Place on 2 paper towels Carefully remove halfway through cooking C...

Page 37: ...es 1 cup 4 cups Baked beans 1 cup Cook Power HIGH Power l l minutes HIGH Power 3 4 minutes 3 4 minutes HIGH Power HIGH Power HIGH Power 2 2V2 minutes 9 10 minutes HIGH Power 2 21 2 minutes 7 8 minutes HIGH Power 11 2 2V2 minutes HIGH Power HIGH Power Cook covered in microwavable casserole 1 6 5 s stir once halfway through cooking Cook covered in microwavable casserole stir once halfway through coo...

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Page 40: ...ited warranty F Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 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 limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have ot...