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MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION Use & Care Guide 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 3828W5A1906/8183914...
MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are 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 potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment. Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of 36 inches. Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter. Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be inserted in the microwave oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
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 or circuit breaker is recommended.) It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
PARTS AND FEATURES 1. Metal Shielded Window 5. Vent Grille 6. Turntable 2. Model and Serial Number Plate 7. Cooktop Light 3. Charcoal Filter 8. Grease Filters (behind Vent Grille) 9. Control Panel 4. Cooking Guide Label Turntable 1. Turntable 2.
Clock This is a 12 hour clock and does not show a.m. or p.m. To Set: Before setting, make sure the microwave oven and Timer are off. 1. Touch CLOCK. 2. Touch the number pads to set the time of day. 3.
Cooking Guidelines Covering Covering food helps retain moisture, shorten cook time and reduce spattering. Use the lid supplied with cookware. If not available, wax paper, paper towels or plastic wrap approved for microwaves may be used. Plastic wrap should be turned back at one corner to provide an opening to vent steam.
Aluminum Foil and Metal Always use oven mitts or pot holders when removing dishes from the microwave oven. Aluminum foil and some metal can be used in the oven. If not used properly, arcing (a blue flash of light) can occur and cause damage to the oven.
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%.
Defrosting The auto Defrost feature’s preset programs can be used or the microwave oven can be manually set to defrost. Food should be 0°F (-18°C) or colder at defrosting for optimal results. How foods are stored can affect results. Unwrap foods and remove lids (from fruit juice) before defrosting.
Replacing Filters The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month. The charcoal filter cannot be washed and should be replaced every six to twelve months. Do not operate the microwave oven without the filters in place. See “Assistance or Service”...
Replacing Cooktop Light The cooktop light is a candelabra base 30-watt bulb. See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder. To Replace: 1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power. 2. Remove the bulb cover mounting screws. 3. Replace light. Close bulb cover. Replace mounting screws. 4.
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 been blown or has the circuit breaker been tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit. Is the appliance wired properly? See Installation Instructions provided with your microwave oven.
To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages. For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at: Roper Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center...
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 Whirlpool dealer to determine if another warranty applies.