Whirlpool MS3080XB User Manual

User’s Manual Model and serial number label (on frame behind door) Door latches Glass tray Control panel NOTE: Black model shown. Also a

Using Your Microwave Oven Microwave oven controls There are three parts in the control section: - Display/Clock and Indicators -Command Pads

- . m Display messages Messages will appear on the display to guide you with your cooking. If you attempt to enter unacceptable instru

Using Your Microwave Oven Contmued Cooking in your microwave oven Although a new rating method’ rates these ovens at 800 watts, you may

Cooking at lower cook powers For best results, some recipes call for lower Cook Powers. The lower the Cook Power, the slower the cooki

Using Your Microwave Oven Contmued Auto cooking Auto cooking provides six preset times. This provides a short-cut method for setting co

Auto weight defrosting Use Auto Weight Defrost to thaw frozen food before cooking. This example shows the use of the MEAT Command Pad

Using Your Microwave Oven Contmued Hints for better defrosting Your microwave oven controls four different output powers automatically d

Cooking automatically after defrosting The controls can be set so the microwave oven goes automatically from defrosting to the Cook cycl

Using Your Microwave Oven Contmued Cooking with cook cycle more than one For best results, some recipes call for one Cook Power for a ce

11. Touch Number Pads for the cooking time you want in the third cycle. The Display will show the numbers you touched in the orde

Contents Page Important Safety Instructions ... .3 Precautions To Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy

Using Your Microwave Oven Contmued Using child lock Your oven has a lockout feature that inactivates the microwave power. To set child

Using WARM HOLD Hot, cooked foods can be safely kept warm in your microwave oven for up to 60 minutes. WARM HOLD can be used by i

Usin Your Microwave Oven Cont nued B Using the Minute Timer The microwave oven controls can be used as a minute timer. Use COOK TIME

Using delayed start The microwave oven can be set to start automati- cally at a later time. Use the Cook cycle at “0” Cook Power t

Using Your Microwave Oven Contmued 10. Touch START/ENTER. The STAGE 1 and % POWER Indicators will stay on. During the STAGE 1 cycle t

Installation Instructions Rear air intake openings Air vents Before you begin, carefully read the following instructions. 1. Empty the mic

Installation Instructions Continued 3. Electrical requirements Observe all governing codes and ordinances. recommended.) It is recommended th

Caring For Your Microwave Oven Wipe often with warm, sudsy water and a sponge or paper towel. The glass tray may be removed for clean

How Your Microwave Oven Works Oien cavity Glass tray Microwave ovens are safe. Microwave energy is not hot. It causes food to make its

Operating Safety Precautions using the microwave oven, follow the Never cook or reheat a whole egg. Steam buildup in whole eggs may c

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Microwave ovens have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as with any applian

Operating Safety Precautions Continued Do not do canning of foods in the oven. Closed glass jars may explode resulting in damage to t

Starting a microwave oven when it is empty is not recommended. Product life may be shortened. If you practice programming the oven,

Operating Safety Precautions Continued General information I1111 1 Fuse box If your electric power line or outlet voltage is less than 11

If You Need Service Or Assistance n Bm We suggest you follow these steps: 1. Before calling for assistance . . . Performance problems often re

If You Need Service Or Assistance Continued 2. If you need assistance’ . . . Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number.

Cooking Guide Introduction 1. How your microwave oven works Microwaves are a form of energy similar to radio and television waves. Your

Cooking Guide Continued Covering: A cover traps heat and steam causing the food to cook more quickly. You may either use a lid or p

8. Wicker, Straw, Wood: All of these materials are safe for brief use in your microwave oven. Remove any metal fittings. 9. Metal Ut

Cooking Guide Continued Microwave cook power chart Your microwave oven is equipped with ten Cook Powers (11 Cook Powers including 0)

Auto weight defrost guide Meat FOOD SElTlNG AT TONE SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Beef Meat of irregular shape and large, fatty cuts of meat should h

3. If a long cord or extension cord is used tem- porarily, (a) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord shou

Cooking Guide Continued Poultry FOOD Breasts (boneless) cut up Whole (under 4 Ibs) Cornish Hens Whole Turkey Breast (under 6 Ibs) Fish and sh

One touch cooking chart SElTING QUANTITY SPECIAL NOTES Popcorn 1 bag (3% 02) Use popcorn packages which are made especially for microwave

Cooking Guide Continued Meat cooking table COOK MEAT POWER COOKING TIME SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Beef Corned beef (Cook l), Place corned beef

Meat cooking table (continued) MEAT COOK POWER COOKING TIME SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Sirloin tip roast (3-4 Ibs) 5 9-l 1 minutes Place roast fa

Cooking Guide Continued Meat cooking table (continued) MEAT Hot dogs 1 2 4 Ham, boneless fully cooked 2 Ibs 5 Ibs Ham, center slice (1 lb) L

Stuffed flank steak 1 cup finely chopped onion 1 clove garlic, minced l/4 cup butter or margarine 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped

Cooking Guide Continued Poultry cooking table POULTRY COOK POWER COOKING TIME SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Chicken Wash and dry poultry. Remove sk

POULTRY COOK POWER COOKING TIME SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Drumsticks (1 X-2 Ibs) 5 14-16 minutes Wash and dry poultry. Place pieces with thicke

Cooking Guide Continued Fish & shellfish Fish and shellfish cook well in the microwave oven. Their naturally high moisture content

Poached fish fillets 4 Orange Roughy fillets (1 to 1% pound) % cup dry white wine 3 tablespoons butter, or margarine cut into %-inch

Getting Acquainted Microwave oven features Your microwave oven is designed to make your cooking experience as enjoyable and productive as

Cooking Guide Continued Cakes & pies Make your very next cake or pie in your microwave oven. Not only will it cook in half the t

Convenience cakes and mixes cooking table (continued) COOK CAKES & MIXES POWER COOKING TIME SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Cupcakes Prepare as

Cooking Guide Continued Vegetables Veaetable cookina table VEGETABLES Artichokes Fresh (8 oz each) 2 medium 4 medium COOKING TIME SPECIAL INSTR

Vegetable cooking table (continued) VEGETABLES COOKING TIME SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Carrots Place carrots and 2 tablespoons water in 1 -quart

Cooking Guide Continued Vegetable cooking table (continued) VEGETABLES COOKING TIME SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Mushrooms Place sliced mushrooms in

Vegetable cooking table (continued) VEGETABLES sotatoes, white cut up (6-8 oz each) 4 medium COOKING TIME SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Place potatoe

Cooking Guide Continued Recipes Nachos 15 tortilla chips 3 tablespoons jalapeno bean dip % cup shredded Cheddar cheese 1. Spread each tort

Onion soup 1 cup thinly sliced onions 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 can (10% ounces) condensed beef broth 1 slice of toasted F

Cooking Guide Continued Basic scrambled eggs TABLESPOONS TEASPOONS OF MILK I OF BUlTER TABLESPOONS TEASPOONS EGGS OF MILK OF BUlTER 1 1 1 1

Banana bread 2 cups buttermilk baking mix % cup packed dark brown sugar 3 tablespoons flour l/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg or mace l/4 cu

Getting Acquainted Continued Control panel features o- a- @- Your microwave oven control panel lets you select the desired cooking function

Cooking Guide Continued Egg custard % cup milk 2 eggs 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons grated lemon peel % teaspoon vanilla extract pinc

Appendix Reheating To heat or reheat successfully in the microwave, it is important to follow several guidelines. Measure the amount of

Cooking Guide Continued Reheating (continued) COOK ITEM POWER COOKING TIME SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Sandwich Roll or Wrap in paper towel and p

WHIRLPOOL” Microwave Oven Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP@ replacement

Quick reference cooking guide Your microwave oven gives you a wide range of cooking capabilities. The following chart can be used as a

Getting Acquainted Continued If you want to . . . You . . . Example . . . Cook with more than one 1. Put food in the oven and close t

If you want to . . . You . . . Example . . . Use the Minute Timer 1. Touch COOK TIME. The Minute Timer lets you time m any cooking a