Cook Sensor
During the Cook Sensor function, a sensor automatically adjusts
for the cook time and power level.
The microwave oven display will show the time countdown once
the sensor identifies the cooking duration.
If the microwave oven door is opened during a sensor function,
the microwave oven will turn off and any additional operations
will be canceled.
For best cooking performance:
Before using a sensor cook function, make sure power has been
supplied to the microwave oven for at least 2 minutes, the room
temperature is not above 95°F (35°C), and the outside of the
cooking container and the microwave oven cavity are dry.
NOTE: Many sensor cycles require the covering of dishes. When
covering foods with plastic wrap, be sure to leave a large enough
vent opening to allow steam to escape.
Built-in Foods
With the Built-in Foods wizard module, you can cook a food
without knowing the precise oven settings. Select the type of
foods and other parameters (such as doneness or weight), and
the interface responds with the best cooking settings.
1. From the Presets mode or from a cooking function, select the
type of food to be cooked.
2. Enter the quantity or fixed weight of the food. Use the left or
right arrow keys to see all of the options.
3. In the Defrost Mode you can enter the amount of food using
the number keypad or select a preset amount by pressing the
quickset pad below Next without entering any quantity.
4. Review settings.
5. (Optional) For additional instructions, touch the quickset pad
below Instruction. For example, foods being prepared in the
Steam Cook mode may include additional information in the
instructions. The amount of food being prepared may require
the amount of water to change.
6. If available, touch the quickset pad below Doneness. Adjust
the doneness by touching the left or right arrow keys until the
desired doneness is reached.
7. Press the quickset pad below Ok.
8. Press START. The upper oven display will count down
the cook time.
When the stop time is reached, the oven will
shut off automatically.
If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound.
9. (Optional) After cooking ends, press the quickset pad below
More Option to enter the Cooking Menu, then press the
quickset pad below Keep Warm. This will start a new cooking
cycle that will keep food warm. The microwave will run at
10% power for 60 minutes. See the "Keep Warm" section for
additional information.
10. (Optional) After cook ends, press START ADD 30 SEC FOR
MICROWAVE button. This will automatically add 30 seconds
to the cook time. Press the quickset pad below More Option
to enter the Cooking Menu, then press the quickset pad
below Add More Time to go to Cook Timer screen
if necessary.
11. Touch CANCEL (or UPPER CANCEL on combo models) to
turn off the oven.
Cooking Functions
1. Press the button for one of the following microwave
oven options: Cook, Cooking Features, Reheat, Defrost
or Popcorn.
2. Enter a Cook Time (--:--:--) using the number keypads.
The maximum length is 01:30:00.
3. To adjust the power level, press the quickset pad below
Power Level. Use the number keypad to enter the desired
power level. The range is shown on the following table.
Mode
Default Power/
Temperature
Cook
100%
Reheat
100%
Defrost
20%
Steam
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Boil/Simmer
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Keep Warm
10%
4. Press START. The display will count down the cook
time. When the stop time is reached, the oven will
shut off automatically.
If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound.
5. Press CANCEL (UPPER CANCEL on combination oven
models), or open the door to clear the display and/or stop
reminder tones.
Times and cooking power have been preprogrammed for many
common microwavable foods. Use the following chart as a guide.
FOOD
Manual*
Baked Potato
Pierce each one several times with a fork.
Place on a paper towel. Let stand 5 minutes
after cooking.
Frozen entree
Remove from package. Loosen cover on three
sides. Let stand 3 minutes after cooking.
Scrambled eggs
Break eggs into a microwave-safe container
with high sides. Add 1 tbs (15 mL) water
per egg and beat. Cover with plastic wrap
and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes
after cooking.
Popcorn
For best results, do not use regular paper bags
or glassware. Pop only 1 package of popcorn at
a time. Follow manufacturer's instructions when
using a microwave popcorn popper. Listen for
popping to slow to 1 pop every 1 or 2 seconds,
then stop the cycle. For best cooking results, do
not repop unpopped kernels. For best results,
use fresh bags of popcorn. Cooking results may
vary by brand and fat content.
*Manual Cook requires that a cook time be entered.
Range
10-100%
10-100%
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Cook
QUANTITY
Default power
level 100%.
1-4 potatoes
10-21 oz
(283-595 g)
1-4 eggs
1.75-3.5 oz
(50-99 g) bag
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