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Whirlpool MH6150XH Use And Care Manual

Whirlpool MH6150XH Use And Care Manual

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Use And Care
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MODELS MH6150XH MH6151XH
3828W5A1240/8172042
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MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION
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A Note to You ........................................2
Microwave Oven Safety .......................3
Microwave Oven ...................................6
Using the child safety lock ................10
Using the Vent ...................................11
(Model MH6151XH only) ...................11
Setting the clock................................12
Using the Minute Timer .....................12
one cook cycle......................................14
Defrosting tips ...................................16
Using WARM HOLD..........................16
Using OPTIONS................................17
Using EZ-Choice COOK ...................17
Using EZ-Choice REHEAT................18
Using BAKED POTATO ....................18
Using POPCORN..............................18
Using PIZZA......................................19
Using BEVERAGE ............................19
Using FROZEN ENTREE .................19
Using ADD MINUTE..........................19
Cooking Guide ....................................20
Caring for the filters...........................22
oven lights .........................................23
Questions and Answers.....................25
Troubleshooting..................................26
Warranty ..............................................28
1-800-253-1301
Call our Consumer Assistance Center
with questions or comments.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Use And Care MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION MODELS MH6150XH MH6151XH 3828W5A1240/8172042 A Note to You ...2 Microwave Oven Safety ...3 Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven ...6 Using Your Microwave Oven ...10 Using the child safety lock ...10 Using the Vent ...11 Using the cooktop/countertop light...11...

  • Page 2: A Note To You

    Proof of purchase will assure you of in-warranty service. Our Consumer Assistance Center number is toll free. To find detailed product information, the location of the nearest Whirlpool dealer or designated servicer, to purchase an accessory item, or register your appliance on-line, please visit our ®...

  • Page 3: Microwave Oven Safety

    Microwave Oven Safety Your safety and the safety of others is 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 hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • 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 “Caring for Your Microwave Oven” section.

  • Page 5: Electrical Requirements

    Electrical requirements Observe all governing codes and ordinances. A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 amp fused electrical supply is required. (A time-delay fuse is recommended.) It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS •...

  • Page 6: Getting To Know Your Microwave Oven

    Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking. It also shows you the basics you need to know to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before you use your oven. How your microwave oven works Microwave ovens are safe.

  • Page 7: Operating Tips

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Testing your dinnerware or cookware Test dinnerware or cookware before using. To test a dish for safe use, put it into the oven with a cup of water beside it. Cook at 100% cook power for one minute. If the dish gets hot and water stays cool, do not use it.

  • Page 8: Microwave Oven Features

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Microwave oven features (Model MH6151XH shown) Your microwave oven is designed to make your cooking experience as enjoyable and productive as possible. To get you up and running quickly, the following is a list of the oven’s basic features: 1.

  • Page 9: Control Panel Features

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Control panel features (Model MH6151XH shown) Your microwave oven control panel lets you select a desired cooking function quickly and easily. The following is a list of all the Command and Number pads located on the control panel.

  • Page 10: Using Your Microwave Oven

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN 20. OFF/CANCEL. Touch this pad to erase an incorrect command, or to cancel a program during cooking. This pad will not erase the time of day. 21. LIGHT. Touch this pad to turn on the cooktop/countertop light.

  • Page 11: Using The Vent

    USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN If you need a replacement rack, you can order one from your Whirlpool designated service company, or by calling the Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-253-1301. Make sure to have your model number when ordering.

  • Page 12: Setting The Clock

    USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Setting the clock When your microwave oven is first plugged in or after a power failure, the Display will scroll “PLEASE SET TIME OF DAY”. If a time of day is not set, “ : ” will show on the Display until you touch CLOCK.

  • Page 13: Cooking At Different Cook Powers

    Cooking at different cook powers For best results, some recipes call for different cook powers. The lower the cook power, the slower the cooking. Each number from 1 to 10 stands for a different percentage of cook power. The following chart gives the percentage of cook power each number pad stands for, and the cook power name usually used.

  • Page 14: Cooking With More Than One Cook Cycle

    USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Cooking at different cook powers (cont.) 1. Put food in oven and close the door. 2. Touch COOK TIME. ENTER COOKING TIME scrolls across display. Example for 7 minute, 30 seconds: Touch “7 3 0”. 3. Touch COOK POWER. ENTER POWER LEVEL 1 TO 10 scrolls across display.

  • Page 15: Using Ez-Choice™ Defrost

    Using EZ-Choice™ DEFROST You can defrost food by choosing a category and setting a weight. DEFROST has preset times and cook powers for 3 categories: Meat, Poultry, and Fish. Touch DEFROST. MEAT TOUCH 1, POULTRY TOUCH 2, FISH TOUCH 3, scrolls across display. 2.

  • Page 16: Defrosting Tips

    USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Defrosting tips • When using DEFROST, the weight to be entered is the net weight in pounds and tenths of pounds (the weight of the food minus the container). • Before starting, make sure you have removed any of the metal twist-ties which often come with frozen food bags, and replace them with strings or elastic bands.

  • Page 17: Using Options

    Using WARM HOLD (cont.) • Food cooked covered should be cov- ered 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.

  • Page 18: Using Ez-Choice Reheat

    USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Using EZ-Choice™ REHEAT You can reheat foods from four different preset categories. 1. Touch REHEAT. 2. Touch Number pad for specific food categories: 1 = Dinner Plate 2 = Soup/Sauce 3 = Casserole 4 = Roll/Muffin 3.

  • Page 19: Using Pizza

    Using PIZZA You can reheat up to 3 slices (5 ozs. each) of pizza 1. Touch PIZZA. 2. Touch Number pad for number of slices. 3. At end of reheating time: Display will show "END" and four tones will sound. Using BEVERAGE You can heat up 1 to 2 8 ounce cups of bev- erages.

  • Page 20: Cooking Guide

    Cooking Guide Microwave cooking tips Amount of food • If you increase or decrease the amount of food you prepare, 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.

  • Page 21: Caring For Your Microwave Oven

    Using aluminum foil Metal containers should not be used in a microwave oven. There are, however, some exceptions. If you have purchased food which is prepackaged in an aluminum foil container, refer to the instructions on the package. When using aluminum foil containers, cooking times may be longer because microwaves will only penetrate the top of the food.

  • Page 22: Caring For The Filters

    CARING FOR YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Caring for the filters The grease filters should be removed and cleaned often, at least once a month. NOTE: If your microwave hood combination is installed to recirculate air, the charcoal filter (available from your designated service company, Part No.

  • Page 23: Replacing The Cooktop And Oven Lights

    5. Slide a new charcoal filter into place. The filter should rest at the angle shown. 6. Slide the bottom of the vent grille into place. Push the top until it snaps into place. Replace the mounting screws. 7. Reconnect power or plug in microwave oven.
  • Page 24 CARING FOR YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN 4. Lift up the bulb holder. Bulb holder 5. Replace the bulb. 6. We recommend replacing the bulb with a candelabra-base 30-watt bulb available from your designated service company, or by calling the Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-253-1301.

  • Page 25: Questions And Answers

    Questions and Answers QUESTIONS Can I operate my microwave oven without the turntable or turn the turntable over to hold a large dish? Can I use a rack in my microwave oven so that I may reheat or cook on two levels at a time? Can I use either metal or aluminum pans in my microwave oven?

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. Check the lists below before calling for assistance or service. If you still need help, see the “Requesting Assistance or Service” section. If microwave does not operate, first check the following: •...

  • Page 27: Requesting Assistance Or Service

    Features and specifications on our full line of appliances • Installation information For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool with any questions or concerns at: Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Consumer Assistance Center c/o Correspondence Dept. 2000 North M-63 Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692 •...

  • Page 28: Warranty

    C. Pickup and delivery. Your microwave oven is designed to be repaired in the home. D. Damage to your microwave oven caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God, or use of products not approved by Whirlpool Corporation. E. Any labor costs during limited warranty.

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