Page 1: Table Of Contents
Model KHMS147H 4619-652-59223/8183746 Use & Care Guide PREVIOUS FIRST BOOKMARK SCREEN SCREEN COOK POPCORN TIME TIMER TURNTABLE ON / OFF LIGHT SET / OFF ON / OFF ON / OFF CANCEL PREVIOUS FIRST BOOKMARK SCREEN SCREEN COOK POPCORN TIME TURNTABLE...
Page 2: A Note To You
Thank you for buying a KITCHENAID KitchenAid designs the best tools for the most important room in your house, your kitchen. To ensure that you enjoy many years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable informa- tion concerning how to operate and maintain your new appliance properly.
Page 3: Microwave Oven Safety
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. • 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.
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, and the like.
Page 5: Electrical Requirements
GROUNDING 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.
Page 6: Installation Instructions
6. Replace the vent grille. 7. Replace the two screws in the top of microwave oven cabinet (the screws located closest to front corners). 8. If filters were installed, replace them (see “Installing and caring for the filters” in the “Caring for Your one hand.
Page 7: Getting To Know Your Microwave Oven
This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking. It also shows you the basics you need to know to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before you use your oven. Operating tips • Never lean on the door or allow a child to swing on it when the door is open.
Page 8: Microwave Oven Features
Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven Microwave oven features Your microwave oven is designed to make your cooking experience as enjoyable and productive as possible. To help get you up and running quickly, the following is a list of the oven’s basic features: 1.
Page 9 Control panel features Control panel features 1. Display Screen shows the time of day and First Screen when the microwave oven is not in use. During programming, it displays function menus for you to choose from, servings and weights for you to enter, preparation instructions, and cooking time/power settings for you to select.
Page 10: Using Your Microwave Oven
Using Your Microwave Oven Understanding your new MICRO-DIAL™ microwave oven How to use your new MICRO-DIAL Control Faster, easier, better than ever before-- that's microwave cooking with the new MICRO-DIAL control. Just watch the display screen and choose what you want from the menus.
Page 11: Function Example--Cook
PRESS. Using Your Microwave Oven NOTE: The example used is merely an explanation of the function. The actual values and entries are subject to change by KitchenAid to improve cooking performance. TURN to select 3 TURN to select servings and Instant All Cereals PRESS.
Page 12: Using Hints
Using Your Microwave Oven Using Hints This section offers helpful information and suggestions about using and caring for your microwave hood combination. TOUCH FIRST TURN to select SCREEN pad, Cleaning and TURN to select PRESS. Hints and PRESS. Using Demo Mode...
Page 13: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock When your microwave oven is first plugged in, or after a power failure, the “Welcome” screen will appear. NOTES: • To turn off the clock, select Set Clock and touch OFF/CANCEL. The clock continues to keep the correct time when the display is off.
Page 14: Audible Signals
Using Your Microwave Oven Audible signals Your microwave oven comes with audible signals that can guide you when setting and using your oven: A programming tone will sound each time you press the MICRO-DIAL™ control or touch a pad. One long tone signals the end of a Minute Timer countdown.
Page 15: Using The Minute Timer
Using the Minute Timer You can also use your microwave oven as a kitchen timer. Use the Minute Timer for timing up to 90 minutes. NOTE: The oven can operate while the Minute Timer is in use. To see the Minute Timer while the oven is cooking, touch TIMER SET/OFF.
Page 16: Manual Cooking At Variable Powers
Using Your Microwave Oven Manual Cooking at variable powers For best results, some recipes call for different cook powers. Each percentage stands for a different level of cook power; i.e., 100% equals full power. The lower the cook power, the slower the cooking.
Page 17: Manual Cooking In Stages
6. TURN to START and PRESS. • Always underestimate defrosting time. If defrost- ed food is still icy in the center, return it to the microwave oven for more defrosting. • The length of defrosting time varies according to how solidly the food is frozen.
Page 18: Using Pan Brown
• Do not use any metal utensils as they can scratch the pan. • Do not use the pan in any other microwave oven or in a thermal oven. • Always use the turntable as support for the pan.
Page 19: Using Aluminum Foil
(6.35 mm) high. This ensures even heating of the container bottom. Cooking you should not do in your microwave oven • Do not do canning of foods in the oven. Closed glass jars may explode, resulting in damage to the oven.
Page 20: Using 2-4 Plates
ON/OFF, the screen returns to the previous display. • The first time you turn on the fan after connecting the microwave oven to power, the fan will start at speed two. The next time the fan is turned on, it will start at the last speed used.
Page 21: Using The Cooktop Light
NOTES: • Only use the cooking rack when cooking at more than one level. • Use rack only in the microwave oven. • Do not let food container on rack touch the top or sides of the oven. • Do not use rack with browning dish.
Page 22: Caring For Your Microwave Oven
Swing the front of the filter down and slide the filter out. detergent. Scrub and 7. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power. swish to remove embedded dirt and NOTE: Do not operate the vent fan without the grease.
Page 23: Replacing The Cooktop And Oven Lights
Do not touch bulb(s) with your bare fingers. 4. Replace the bulb cover and mounting screw. 5. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power. 5. Remove the burnt-out bulb by squeezing the wire 6. Close the bulb cover.
Page 24: Questions And Answers
Can I use a rack in my microwave oven so that I may reheat or cook on two levels at a time? Can I use either metal or aluminum pans in my...
Page 25: Troubleshooting
Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. Check the lists below and on the next page before calling for assistance or service. If you still need help, see the “Requesting Assistance or Service” section. Microwave oven does not work PROBLEM CAUSE Nothing works.
Page 26: Display Contrast
Display messages If the oven detects an internal problem, it will run a self-checking program and a screen similar to the one shown here will appear. If this occurs, please call KitchenAid at 1-800-422-1230 for assistance. If none of these items are causing your problem, see the “Requesting Assistance or Service” section.
Page 27: Requesting Assistance Or Service
• Features and specifications on our full line of appliances • Installation information For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at: KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center c/o Correspondence Dept. MD 8020...
Page 28: Warranty
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 KitchenAid dealer to determine if another warranty applies.

KitchenAid KHMS147H Use & Care Manual

A Note to You

Microwave Oven Safety

Installation Instructions

Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven

Using Your Microwave Oven

Caring for Your Microwave Oven

Questions and Answers

Troubleshooting

Requesting Assistance or Service

Warranty

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