Whirlpool corporation microwave hood combination use & care guide gh8155xm (20 pages)
Summary of Contents for Whirlpool GH6208XR
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® SPEEDCOOK MICROWAVE OVEN 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 8205278...
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 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.
WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug 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. Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
This 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. A. Oven door F.
A. Glass turntable B. Support C. Hub The turntable can rotate in either direction to help cook food more evenly. Do not operate the oven without having the turntable in place. See “Assistance or Service” to reorder any of the parts. The following accessories have been provided with your new oven.
Sizzle Pan and Handle The sizzle pan, with its nonstick surface and detachable handle, has been specially designed for microwave use, and is ideal for pan-frying (pan-browning) foods in the oven. See “Sizzle Pan” section. The sizzle pan is also used as a drip pan under the grill rack during grilling cycles.
The 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. See “General Cleaning” section for cleaning instructions. Control Panel The control panel houses basic controls and Quick Touch controls.
The Main Menu is displayed on the default screen. Cook Method Time / Power Food Type Kids Menu From the Main Menu, all automatic cooking programs can be activated; all manual cooking can be programmed; settings can be adjusted; and instructions, preparation and tips can be accessed.
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6. On Sizzle Poultry Breast screen, follow the instructions, then touch “Start Preheat.” Preheat and cooking time: 5 min While the Sizzle Pan preheats, the cooking animation and countdown are active in the display. 7. When preheating is finished, follow the instructions on the Preheat Finished screen, then touch “Continue.”...
Settings & Info Oven features may be activated and/or changed, and display characteristics may be adjusted using the “Settings & Info” menu. Following is a brief description of each option. OPTION SETTING Clock Choose format: Standard or Military. Turn Daylight Savings on or off. Adjust time: set or hide clock.
Display Backlight Display backlight may be set to reduce brightness or to turn off during sleep mode (after 2 minutes of inactivity). Sleep mode is an energy-saving feature that darkens the display backlight after 2 minutes of inactivity. During sleep mode, only the time and date are visible, along with instruction to touch the screen to reactivate the Main Menu.
Timer The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds, up to 99 minutes, 59 seconds, and counts down the set time. NOTE: The Timer does not start or stop the oven. The Timer countdown can be seen in full screen or in minimized view.
Night Light The Night Light control button turns on the cooktop light at the lowest setting. While the Night Light is on, the Light control may still be used to brighten the cooktop. When the cooktop light is turned off, the Night Light will still be on. The Night Light can be turned on or off only with the Night Light button.
Cooking Guidelines Covering Covering 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.
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 setting) foods with high water content, such as soups, beverages and most vegetables.
Time/Power Cooking The Time/Power control on the Main Menu is for manual cooking by cooking method. There are 10 methods from which to choose. Some of the methods have set power levels that cannot be changed. Use the following chart as a guide. METHOD COOK COOKWARE...
Manual cooking may be done in stages (or steps), up to 4 stages total. The first stage may be programmed using any of the manual controls. The stages may be reviewed at any time during programming and/or cooking by touching “Review Steps” on the touch screen.
To Use Popcorn Sensor: 1. Place popcorn bag on the turntable and close the door. 2. Touch POPCORN SENSOR control. The oven will start automatically. The display will show when the oven is sensing, and will start counting down the time when sensing has finished.
See “Cook Method Chart” for food item details, such as food items available, sensor functions and amounts. To Use: Touch “Cook Method” on Main Menu, touch “Cook,” and then follow screen prompts to make your selections, prepare your food and/or oven for cooking, and start the cycle. Melt The Melt menu has 5 main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Melt (see “Time/Power Cooking”...
Sizzle Pan The Sizzle Pan menu has 8 main food categories, plus a shortcut to Manual Sizzle Pan (see “Time/Power Cooking” section). Baked Goods Omelet Frozen Food Poultry Breast Boneless Meat Fish Steak Fried Eggs Nuts Sizzle Pan function uses microwaves, and sometimes the grill element.
Use this chart as a reference for menu items available in the “Food Type: menu. FROZEN FOOD Frozen Entrée: Cook • Regular 8-20 oz (227-567 g) • Large 40 oz (1.1 kg) • Family Size 60 oz (1.7 kg) Pizza •...
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GRAINS: PASTA/RICE Canned Pasta: Cook or Kids Menu Grits: Cook • Regular or Quick Instant Macaroni & Cheese: Cook or Kids Menu Pasta: Cook or Boil & Simmer • Dried Pasta: Fettuccine, Macaroni, Penne, Rotini or Spaghetti • Fresh Pasta: Linguine, Ravioli or Tortellini Rice: Cook or Boil &...
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: • 1 plate: sensor • 2-4 plates Pizza, Leftover: 1-3 slices Sauce: senses 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L) •...
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Pasta • Canned: 1-4 servings • Dried: sensor Fettuccine, Macaroni, Penne, Rotini or Spaghetti • Fresh: sensor Linguine, Ravioli or Tortellini • Instant Macaroni & Cheese: 1-2 servings Rice: senses 0.5-2 cups (125-500 mL) • Instant, Brown • Long Grain, Brown •...
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted. GREASE FILTERS Do not use ammonia or corrosive cleaning agents such as lye- based oven cleaners.
RACK SUPPORTS Clean often to avoid soil buildup. Soil buildup may lead to arcing and cause damage to the oven. Do not attempt to remove supports from cavity walls. Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel- wool pads, gritty washcloths or some recycled paper towels. Mild, nonabrasive soap or detergent and washcloth, toothbrush or cotton swab: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
The oven light is a 10W low-voltage halogen capsule bulb. It will automatically come on when the door is opened and when the oven is operating. See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder. ®† You will need a TORX T10 screwdriver to remove the bulb cover. To Replace: 1.
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. Nothing will operate Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
Use a corded phone or a different frequency cordless phone, or avoid using these items during oven operation. 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...
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.