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- Page 1 ® SPEEDCOOK MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301. or visit our website at... www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents ...2 Model GH6208XR 8206205...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY ...3 Electrical Requirements ...5 PARTS AND FEATURES...5 Microwave Oven Cavity Coating ...6 Microwave System – ACCUWAVE ® Technology...6 Grill Element ...6 Turntable ...6 ACCESSORIES ...7 Cooking Rack...7 Sizzle Pan and Handle ...7 Grill Rack ...7 ®... -
Page 3: Microwave Hood Combination Safety
– Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container. 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. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the... -
Page 4: Precautions To Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy
Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave oven. Do not store this microwave oven outdoors. Do not use the microwave oven near water - for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, or similar locations. -
Page 5: Electrical Requirements
E. Halogen cooktop lights (2) Electrical Requirements For all cord connected appliances: The microwave oven must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. -
Page 6: Microwave Oven Cavity Coating
Microwave Oven Cavity Coating The microwave oven has a durable, nonstick coating that resists soil buildup by making cleaning easier than in conventional microwave ovens. See “General Cleaning” section for cleaning instructions. Microwave System – ACCUWAVE The microwave system delivers a constant stream of microwave power –... -
Page 7: Accessories
The following accessories have been provided with your new microwave oven. Any of the parts may be ordered for replacement. Cooking Rack The rectangular cooking rack is ideal for two-level cooking. It provides extra cavity space for cooking 2 or more containers at the same time. -
Page 8: Suremist
B. Insert C. Base The microwave oven’s controls are accessed through its control panel and interactive touch display. NOTE: Due to the sensitivity of the control panel, we have provided special instructions for cleaning the panel as well as the touch screen display. -
Page 9: Control Panel
Reset the clock if needed. When the microwave oven is not in use (in standby mode), the display shows the Main Menu and the date and time of day, if they are set to be displayed. - Page 10 3 pieces [0.4 lb each] About halfway through the cycle, the microwave oven will stop, and the display will direct you to turn over the poultry breasts. 8. Touch “Continue” to resume pan browning.
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Page 11: Settings & Info
This is a standard 12-hour clock (12:00 AM-11:59 PM), or a 24-hour clock (0:00-23:59). When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, or after a power failure, the “Welcome” screen will appear, asking whether you would like to set the clock. If you choose to set the clock at that time, the display will take you directly to the Clock screen. -
Page 12: Display Backlight
If non-sensor cooking is interrupted, touching the START control pad will resume the preset cycle. If the microwave oven has not been in use and the door has not been opened in the past 5 minutes, the cooking function will not Most Used start. -
Page 13: Timer
Food Type Kids Menu A. Minimized Timer countdown While the Timer is in use, the microwave oven can still operate. During a microwave oven operation, the Timer countdown will be minimized. If the Timer ends while microwave oven is still operating, the end-of-Timer tone will sound, and the set operating mode will remain active on the screen. -
Page 14: Cooking Animation
Do not lean on or allow children to swing on the microwave oven door. Do not operate microwave oven when it is empty. -
Page 15: Cooking Guidelines
Use the lid supplied with cookware. If a lid is not available, wax paper, paper towels or plastic wrap approved for microwave ovens may be used. Plastic wrap should be turned back at one corner to provide an opening to vent steam. -
Page 16: Microwave Cooking Power
Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking power to use by percent, name or number. For example, 70%=7=Medium-High. Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested cooking power of specific foods. PERCENT/NAME 100%, High (default Quick heating convenience foods and... -
Page 17: Warm Hold
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness. Hot cooked food can be kept warm in the microwave oven. The Warm Hold function uses 10% cook power. Warm Hold can be used by itself, or it can be programmed to follow a cooking cycle. -
Page 18: Programmed Cooking
Some automatic cycles are sensor cycles. See “Cook Method Chart.” No amounts need to be entered. A sensor in the microwave oven detects humidity released from the food as it heats, and adjusts the cook time accordingly. The progress bar appears during sensing (see “Progress Bar”... -
Page 19: Using Food Type
To Use: Touch “Cook Method” on Main Menu, touch “Reheat,” and then follow screen prompts to make your selections, prepare your food and/or microwave oven for reheating, and start the cycle. The Defrost menu has a selection of main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Defrost (see “Time/Power Cooking”... -
Page 20: Melt
Do not use plastic wrap as a cover during the Boil & Simmer cycle. Do not remove the lid while the dish is still in the microwave oven, as the rush of steam will disrupt the sensor readings. To Use: Touch “Cook Method” on Main Menu, touch “More Choices,”... -
Page 21: Sizzle Pan
Do not use metal utensils, as they can scratch the pan. Do not use the Sizzle Pan in any other microwave oven or in a standard thermal oven. Do not place the Sizzle Pan on the cooking rack or the grill rack. -
Page 22: Food Type Chart
Use this chart as a reference for menu items available in the “Food Type” menu FROZEN FOOD Frozen Entrée Regular (8-20 oz [227-567 g]) - Cook Large (40 oz [1.1 kg]) - Cook Family Size (60 oz [1.7 kg]) - Cook Pizza Kids Pizza 5"... - Page 23 VEGETABLE Canned Vegetable Cook Fresh Vegetable Asparagus - Cook or Steam Cook Baked/Sweet Potato - Cook Red Potato - Steam Cook Broccoli - Cook or Steam Cook Carrots - Cook or Steam Cook BEVERAGE & SOUP Beverage Reheat Frozen Juice Soften GRAINS: PASTA/RICE Canned Pasta...
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Page 24: Cook Method Chart
DESSERT Brownies Sizzle Pan Caramel Melt Caramel Dip Soften MISCELLANEOUS Butter/Margarine Melt or Soften Cheese Melt Cream Cheese Soften Use this chart as a reference for menu items and amounts available in the “Cook Method” menu. REHEAT Beverage 1 or 2 cups (250-500 mL) Casserole, Leftover 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L) Dinner plate... - Page 25 COOK Frozen Food Frozen Entrée - Regular: senses 8-20 oz (227-567 g) - Large: 40 oz (1.1 kg) - Family: 60 oz (1.7 kg) Pizza Roll: 1-4 servings Frozen Vegetable: senses 2-6 cups (500 mL-1.5 L) Burrito: 1 or 2 burritos Cheese Sticks: 1-4 servings Frozen Fish - Fillet, Breaded: 1-4 servings...
- Page 26 GRILL Chicken Pieces, Bone-In 1 or 2 pieces Lamb Chops 1-4 chops Pork Chops 1 or 2 chops Fish Steak 1 or 2 steaks Hamburger Patty 1-4 patties Shrimp 5-8 oz (142-227 g) BOIL & SIMMER Dried Pasta Fettuccine: senses 2-8 oz (57-227 g) Macaroni: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL) Penne: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL) Rotini: senses 0.5-2.0 cups (125-500 mL)
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Page 27: Microwave Oven Care
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the microwave oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested unless otherwise noted. GREASE FILTERS Do not use ammonia or corrosive cleaning agents such as lye- based oven cleaners. -
Page 28: Replacing Filters
The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month. The charcoal filters cannot be washed and should be replaced every 6 to 12 months. Do not operate the microwave oven without the filters in place. See “Replacement Parts” section in “Assistance or Service”... -
Page 29: Replacing Cooktop Light
6. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power. Replacing Microwave Oven Light The microwave oven light is a 10W low-voltage halogen capsule bulb. It will automatically come on when the door is opened and when the microwave oven is operating. See “Assistance or Service”... -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
10 minutes after the cycle ends to cool the microwave oven. Fan running slower than usual Has the microwave oven been stored in a cold area? The fan will run slower until the microwave oven warms up to normal room temperature. Fan running during cooktop usage This is normal. -
Page 31: Assistance Or Service
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at: Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Center... -
Page 32: Warranty
If you need service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section of the Use & Care Guide. After checking “Troubleshooting,” additional help can be found by checking the “Assistance or Service” section or by calling Whirlpool. In the U.S.A., call 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777.