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® 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 MH2175XS W10112528...
MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION 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 Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment. Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of 36" (91.44 cm). Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter. Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in the “PAN BROWN”...
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. Vent grille I.
MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, a “:” will blink in the display. Touch CANCEL OFF to stop the blinking. If the “:” blinks in the display at any other time, a power failure has occurred.
Tones Tones are audible signals, indicating the following: One tone Valid entry (short tone) End of timer countdown Two tones End of stage in multistage cooking Control Lock active Hidden feature has been entered or exited Reminder, repeat each minute after the end-of-cycle tones Three tones Invalid entry Four tones...
A magnetron in the 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.
Cookware and Dinnerware Cookware 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.
Manual Cooking To Use: 1. Place food on the turntable, and close the door. 2. Touch COOK TIME, then enter a length of time to cook. If cooking with 100% power, skip Step 3. 3. Touch COOK POWER, then enter the desired power level using the appropriate number pad Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to select the desired power level.
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BAKED POTATO The Baked Potato program senses and bakes 1-4 medium pieces/potatoes, about 10-13 oz (283-369 g) each. Pierce each potato several times with a fork. Place a single potato on the turntable, off to the side (not centered). Place 2, 3 or 4 potatoes on the turntable around the edges, about 1"...
Preset Cooking Times and cooking power have been preset for certain microwavable foods. Use the following chart as a guide. FOOD QUANTITY/INSTRUCTIONS Bacon* 1-6 slices, average thickness/ Follow directions on the package. Canned 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/ Vegetables Place in microwave-safe container. Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Two or More Plates Two plates may be heated side by side, or 1 dish larger than the turntable, plus 2 plates on the cooking rack. For best results, halfway through heating, turn the plates (or larger dish) halfway around, and switch plates between top and bottom (if heating more than 2 plates).
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.
Replacing Filters The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month. Do not operate the microwave oven or exhaust fan without the grease filters in place. The charcoal filters cannot be washed and should be replaced every 6 to 12 months. See “General Cleaning”...
The microwave oven light is a candelabra base bulb. It will automatically come on when the door is opened and when the microwave oven is operating. See “Assistance or Service” section to reorder. To Replace: 1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power. 2.
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Turntable alternates rotation directions This is normal and depends on motor rotation at the beginning of the cycle. Display shows messages Is the display showing “:”? There has been a power failure or the clock time has been turned off. See “Display” section to clear display. See “Clock” section to reset the clock or to turn it on.
Yellow Pages. 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.