Midea Kitchen Appliances XM262AYY Microwave Oven User Manual W10434160A KCMS2255 UCG

Guangdong Midea Kitchen Appliances Manufacturing Co.,Ltd Microwave Oven W10434160A KCMS2255 UCG

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MICROWAVE OVENUse & Care GuideFor questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230,or visit our website at... www.kitchenaid.comTable of Contents............................................................................................................2Model KCMS2255W10434160ADRAFT COPY - DO NOT PRINT
2TABLE OF CONTENTSMICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY........................................................3INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................5Unpacking ....................................................................................5Location Requirements................................................................5Electrical Requirements ...............................................................5PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................6Turntable ......................................................................................6MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL....................................................6Display..........................................................................................7Start..............................................................................................7Add 30 Seconds...........................................................................7Stop Cancel..................................................................................7Tones............................................................................................7Clock ............................................................................................7Timer.............................................................................................7Control Lock.................................................................................7MICROWAVE OVEN USE ..............................................................8Food Characteristics....................................................................8Cooking Guidelines......................................................................8Cookware and Dinnerware ..........................................................9Aluminum Foil and Metal .............................................................9Microwave Cooking Power..........................................................9Manual Cooking .........................................................................10Cooking in Stages......................................................................10Favorite.......................................................................................10Sensor Cooking..........................................................................10Quick Touch Menu (sensor and non-sensor) ............................11Weight Defrost / Timed Defrost .................................................12MICROWAVE OVEN CARE..........................................................13General Cleaning........................................................................13TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................14ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................15Replacement Parts.....................................................................15Built-In Kits.................................................................................15WARRANTY ..................................................................................15DRAFT COPY - DO NOT PRINT
3MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETYYou can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what canhappen if the instructions are not followed.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.All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”These words mean:follow instructions.instructions.DANGERWARNINGWhen using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSWARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:■ Read all instructions before using the microwave oven.■ Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found in this section. ■ The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found in the “INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS” section. ■ Install or locate the microwave oven only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.■ Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and sealed containers - for example, closed glass jars - are able to explode and should not be heated in the microwave oven. ■ Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as described in the 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 or laboratory use. ■ As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children. ■ Do not operate the microwave oven if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. ■ The microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Call an authorized service company for examination, repair, or adjustment. ■ 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, near a swimming pool, or similar locations.■ Do not immerse cord or plug in water. ■ Keep cord away from heated surfaces. ■ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. ■ See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Microwave Oven Care” section.■ To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:– Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the microwave oven when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. – Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bags in oven.– If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.– Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.DRAFT COPY - DO NOT PRINT
4This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS■ Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury to persons:– Do not overheat the liquid.– Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.– Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.– After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.– Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.■ Do not mount over a sink. ■ Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven when the microwave oven is in operation.PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:(1) Door (bent),(2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),(3) Door seals and sealing surfaces. (d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.DRAFT COPY - DO NOT PRINT
5INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSUnpacking1. Empty the microwave oven of any packing materials.2. Clean the inside with a soft, damp cloth.3. Check for damage, such as:■a door that is not lined up correctly■damage around the door, or■dents on the interior or exterior of the microwave oven.If there is any damage, do not operate the microwave oven until a designated service technician has checked it and made any needed repairs.NOTE: To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not remove microwave inlet cover. See “Parts and Features.”Location RequirementsIMPORTANT: The control side of the microwave oven is the heavy side. Handle the microwave oven gently. The weight of the microwave oven is over 35 lbs (15.9 kg).■Place the microwave oven on a cart, counter, table or shelf that is strong enough to hold the microwave oven and the food and utensils you place inside it.■The microwave oven should be at a temperature above 50°F (10°C) for proper operation.NOTE: Some models can be built into a wall or cabinet by using one of the trim kits listed in the “Assistance or Service” section.■Do not block the exhaust vents or air intake openings. Allow a few inches of space at the back and side of the microwave oven where the exhaust vents are located. Blocking the exhaust vents could cause damage to the microwave oven, as well as poor cooking results. ■Make sure the microwave oven legs are in place to ensure proper airflow. If vents are blocked, a sensitive thermal device may automatically turn the microwave oven off. The microwave oven should work properly once it has cooled.Electrical RequirementsObserve all governing codes and ordinances.Required:■A 120 volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20-amp electrical supply with a fuse or circuit breaker.Recommended:■A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker.■A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven.WARNINGExcessive Weight HazardUse two or more people to move and install microwave oven.Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.Electrical Shock HazardPlug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.Do not remove ground prong.Do not use an adapter.Do not use an extension cord.Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.WARNINGGROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS■ 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. 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 exists as to whether the microwave oven is properly grounded. Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven.DRAFT COPY - DO NOT PRINT
6PARTS AND FEATURESThis manual may cover several different models. The model you have purchased may have some or all of the features shown here. The appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from the illustrations in this manual. TurntableThe turntable can rotate in either direction to help cook food more evenly. For best cooking results, do not operate the microwave oven without having the turntable in place. See “Assistance or Service” to reorder any of the parts.To Install:1. Place the support on the microwave oven cavity bottom.2. Place the turntable on the support.Fit the raised, curved wedges in the center of the turntable bottom between the three spokes of the hub. The rollers on the support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge.MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROLA. Door lock systemB. WindowC. Cooking guide labelD. Microwave oven lightE. DisplayF. Con trol p a n e lG. Door open push buttonH. Microwave inlet coverI. Removable turntable supportJ. Glass turntableK. Model and serial number plateA. TurntableB. HubC. SupportD. ShaftA B C D EK J I H GFABCDDRAFT COPY - DO NOT PRINT
7DisplayWhen power is first supplied to the microwave oven, “0:00” will appear in the display. If the “0:00” appears in the display at any other time, a power failure has occurred. Reset the clock if needed. See “Clock.”When the microwave oven is in use, the display will show cook time remaining, and the function icons will flash. When the microwave oven is not in use, the display will show the time of day (if the clock is set) or Timer countdown (if the Timer is set).StartThe START control begins any function. If cooking is interrupted by opening the door, touching START will resume the cycle.NOTE: To avoid unintentional operation of the microwave oven, a cooking function cannot be started if the microwave oven door has been closed for about 5 minutes. The word “door” will appear in the display until the door is opened and closed.Add 30 SecondsThe (START) ADD 30 SEC control automatically starts the microwave oven at 100% power for 30 seconds, and adds 30 seconds of cook time with each additional touch of the control.Time may be added to any manual cooking cycle in 30-second increments, at the current power level, by touching (START) ADD 30 SEC during cooking.NOTE: To avoid unintentional operation of the microwave oven, a cooking function cannot be started if the microwave oven door has been closed for about 5 minutes. The word “door” will appear in the display until the door is opened and closed.Stop CancelThe STOP CANCEL control clears any incorrect command, and cancels any program during cooking. It will not erase the time of day.The microwave oven will also turn off when the door is opened. Close the door and touch START to resume the cycle.The STOP CANCEL control is also used to lock and unlock the control panel. See “Control Lock.”TonesTones are audible signals that can be turned off.To Turn Off/On All Tones: Touch and hold the number pad 2 for about 3 seconds. Repeat to turn back on.To Turn Off/On Reminder Tones Only: Touch and hold number pad 6 for about 3 seconds. Repeat to turn back on.These tones indicate the following:One tone■Valid entry■Control lock activated or deactivatedTwo tones■End of stage in multistage cookingThree tones■End of Timer countdownFive tones■End of cycle■Reminder, repeat each minute after the end-of-cycle tonesClockThis is a standard 12-hour clock (12:00-11:59). The Clock cannot be erased. If the Clock is not set, “0:00” will remain in the display when the microwave oven is not in use.To Set:The microwave oven and Timer must be off.1. Touch CLOCK.2. Touch number pads to enter correct time of day.3. Touch CLOCK.TimerThe Timer can be set in minutes and seconds, up to 99 minutes 99 seconds, and counts down the set time. NOTE: The Timer does not start or stop the microwave oven.Cook functions may be used while the Timer is counting down. When the cook function is active in the display, touch TIMER to see the Timer count down for about 5 seconds. To Set:1. Touch TIMER.2. Touch number pads to enter desired time.3. Touch START.When the set time ends, “End” will appear in the display and the end-of-Timer tones will sound.4. Touch STOP CANCEL while the Timer is active in the display to cancel the Timer.The time can be reset during the countdown by canceling Timer, and then repeating the above steps.Control LockThe Control Lock disables the control panel pads to avoid unintended use of the microwave oven.To Lock/Unlock Control: The microwave oven must be off. Touch and hold STOP CANCEL for about 3 seconds, until the tone sounds and the control lock icon appears in the display. Repeat to unlock. If any control pad is touched while the control is locked, there will be no response from the control.DRAFT COPY - DO NOT PRINT
8MICROWAVE OVEN USEA magnetron in the microwave oven produces microwaves which reflect off the metal floor, walls and ceiling and pass through the turntable and appropriate cookware to the food. Microwaves are attracted to and absorbed by fat, sugar and water molecules in the food, causing them to move, producing friction and heat which cooks the food.■To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not lean on or allow children to swing on the microwave oven door.■To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not operate microwave oven when it is empty.■Baby bottles and baby food jars should not be heated in microwave oven.■Clothes, flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, gourds, paper, including brown paper bags and newspaper, should not be dried in microwave oven.■Paraffin wax will not melt in the microwave oven because it does not absorb microwaves.■Use oven mitts or pot holders when removing containers from microwave oven.■Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the recommended cook time, potatoes should be slightly firm. Let potatoes stand for 5 minutes. They will finish cooking while standing.■Do not cook or reheat whole eggs inside the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to burst, requiring significant cleanup of microwave oven cavity. Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time.Food CharacteristicsWhen microwave cooking, the amount, size and shape, starting temperature, composition and density of the food affect cooking results.Amount of FoodThe more food heated at once, the longer the cook time needed. Check for doneness and add small increments of time if necessary.Size and ShapeSmaller pieces of food will cook more quickly than larger pieces, and uniformly shaped foods cook more evenly than irregularly shaped food. Starting TemperatureRoom temperature foods will heat faster than refrigerated foods, and refrigerated foods will heat faster than frozen foods.Composition and DensityFoods high in fat and sugar will reach a higher temperature, and will heat faster than other foods. Heavy, dense foods, such as meat and potatoes, require a longer cook time than the same size of a light, porous food, such as cake.Cooking GuidelinesCoveringCovering food helps retain moisture, shorten cook time and reduce spattering. 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. Condensation on the door and cavity surfaces is normal during heavy cooking.Stirring and TurningStirring and turning redistribute heat evenly to avoid overcooking the outer edges of food. Stir from outside to center. If possible, turn food over from bottom to top.ArrangingIf heating irregularly shaped or different sized foods, arrange the thinner parts and smaller sized items toward the center. If cooking several items of the same size and shape, place them in a ring pattern, leaving the center of the ring empty.PiercingBefore heating, use a fork or small knife to pierce or prick foods that have a skin or membrane, such as potatoes, egg yolks, chicken livers, hot dogs, and sausage. Prick in several places to allow steam to vent.ShieldingUse small, flat pieces of aluminum foil to shield the thin pieces of irregularly shaped foods, bones and foods such as chicken wings, leg tips and fish tail. See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” first.Standing TimeFood will continue to cook by the natural conduction of heat even after the microwave cooking cycle ends. The length of standing time depends on the volume and density of the food.DRAFT COPY - DO NOT PRINT
9Cookware and DinnerwareCookware 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 trim. Use the following chart as a guide, then test before using. To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for Microwave Use:1. Place cookware or dinnerware in microwave oven with 1 cup (250 mL) of water beside it.2. Cook at 100% cooking power for 1 minute.Do not use cookware or dinnerware if it becomes hot and the water stays cool.Aluminum Foil and MetalAlways use oven mitts or pot holders when removing dishes from the microwave oven.Aluminum foil and some metal can be used in the microwave oven. If not used properly, arcing (a blue flash of light) can occur and cause damage to the microwave oven.OK for UseRacks and bakeware supplied with the microwave oven (on some models), aluminum foil for shielding, and approved meat thermometers may be used with the following guidelines:■To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not allow aluminum foil or metal to touch the inside cavity walls, ceiling or floor.■Always use the turntable. ■To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not allow contact with another metal object during microwave cooking.Do Not UseMetal cookware and bakeware, gold, silver, pewter, non-approved meat thermometers, skewers, twist ties, foil liners such as sandwich wrappers, staples and objects with gold or silver trim or a metallic glaze should not be used in the microwave oven.Microwave Cooking PowerMany recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking power to use by percent or name. For example, PL7=70%= Medium-High.One of the power icons (see “Function Icons” in the “Display” section) will flash during manual cooking, depending on the power level of the cycle. To see the exact power level during a cooking cycle, touch POWER LEVEL. The display will briefly show the current power level, then will return to the cooking countdown.Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested cooking power of specific foods.MATERIAL RECOMMENDATIONSAluminum Foil, Metal See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” section.Browning Dish Bottom must be at least 3/16" (5 mm) above the turntable. Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.Ceramic Glass, Glass Acceptable for use.China, Earthenware Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.Melamine Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.Paper: Towels, Dinnerware, NapkinsUse nonrecycled and those approved by the manufacturer for microwave oven use.Plastic: Wraps, Bags, Covers, Dinnerware, ContainersUse those approved by the manufacturer for microwave oven use.Pottery and Clay Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.Silicone Bakeware Follow manufacturer’s recommendations.Straw, Wicker, Wooden ContainersDo not use in microwave oven.Wax Paper Acceptable for use.PERCENT/NAME USE100%, High, PL10(default setting) Quick heating convenience foods and foods with high water content, such as soups, beverages and most vegetables.90%, PL9 Cooking small, tender pieces of meat, ground meat, poultry pieces and fish fillets.Heating cream soups.80%, PL8 Heating rice, pasta or stirrable casseroles.Cooking and heating foods that need a cook power lower than high. For example, whole fish and meat loaf.70%, Medium-High, PL7 Reheating a single serving of food.60%, PL6 Cooking sensitive foods such as cheese and egg dishes, pudding and custards.Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as lasagna.50%, Medium, PL5 Cooking ham, whole poultry and pot roasts.Simmering stews.40%, PL4 Melting chocolate.Heating bread, rolls and pastries.30%, Medium-Low, Defrost, PL3 Defrosting bread, fish, meats, poultry and precooked foods.20%, PL2 Softening butter, cheese, and ice cream.10%, Low, PL1 Taking chill out of fruit.DRAFT COPY - DO NOT PRINT
10Manual CookingNOTE: To cook at 100% power, begin by touching number pads to enter cook time, then touch START.To Use:1. Place food on the turntable and close the door.2. Touch COOK TIME.“00:00” will appear in the display. Enter the length of time to cook.If cooking with 100% power, skip Step 3.3. Touch POWER LEVEL.The default power level PL10 will appear in the display. Enter the desired power level. See “Microwave Cooking Power.”4. Touch START.When the cycle ends, “End” will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound.5. Touch STOP CANCEL or open the door to clear the display.Cooking in StagesThe microwave oven can be set to cook at different cooking powers for various lengths of time, up to 2 stages, which may include a defrosting stage. See “Weight Defrost/Timed Defrost” to set defrosting stage.NOTE: If a defrosting stage is programmed, it will cycle first.To Cook in Stages:1. Place food on the turntable, and close the door.2. Touch COOK TIME.“00:00” will appear in the display. Enter the length of time to cook during the first stage.3. Touch POWER LEVEL, then enter the desired cooking power for the first stage. See “Microwave Cooking Power.”4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the second stage.5. Touch START.Two tones will sound between stages.When the cycle ends, “End” will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound.6. Touch STOP CANCEL or open the door to clear the display.Cook time may be added in 30-second increments during the cycling stage by touching (START) ADD 30 SEC control.FavoriteUse the FAVORITE control to program, store and recall the top 3 most frequently used manual cook programs. Each Favorite may have 1 or 2 stages (see “Cooking in Stages” section). In the event of a power failure, the saved Favorites will have to be reprogrammed.To Set FAVORITE:1. Touch FAVORITE.“1” will appear in the display. Touch FAVORITE repeatedly to scroll through “2” and “3,” until the desired Favorite program number is displayed.2. Touch COOK TIME, then enter the cook time.

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