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MICROWAVE OVEN Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230, or visit our website at... www.kitchenaid.com Table of Contents...2 Model KCMS1555 W10174603A
MICROWAVE OVEN Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230, or visit our website at... www.kitchenaid.com Table of Contents...2 Model KCMS1555 W10174603A
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... 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5 Unpacking 5 Location Requirements 5 Electrical Requirements 5 PARTS AND FEATURES 6 Turntable 6 MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL 6 Display 6 Start 7 Add A Minute 7 Off 7 Clock 7 Tones 7 Timer 7 Control Lock 7 Options 7 MICROWAVE OVEN USE 8 Food Characteristics 8 Cooking Guidelines 8 Cookware and Dinnerware 8 Aluminum Foil and Metal 9 Microwave Cooking Power 9 Manual Cooking 9 Cooking in Stages 10 Custom Cooking 10 Custom Defrosting 10 Sensor...
... 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5 Unpacking 5 Location Requirements 5 Electrical Requirements 5 PARTS AND FEATURES 6 Turntable 6 MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL 6 Display 6 Start 7 Add A Minute 7 Off 7 Clock 7 Tones 7 Timer 7 Control Lock 7 Options 7 MICROWAVE OVEN USE 8 Food Characteristics 8 Cooking Guidelines 8 Cookware and Dinnerware 8 Aluminum Foil and Metal 9 Microwave Cooking Power 9 Manual Cooking 9 Cooking in Stages 10 Custom Cooking 10 Custom Defrosting 10 Sensor...
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...be grounded. This is not always present. This symbol alerts you don't follow instructions. Remove wire twist-ties from the microwave oven is the safety alert symbol. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use...■ Install or locate the microwave oven only in this section. ■ The microwave oven must be boiling. Connect only to stand in the microwave oven for examination, repair, or adjustment. ■ See door surface cleaning instructions in the microwave oven. ■ Use the microwave oven only for storage purposes. Call an...
...be grounded. This is not always present. This symbol alerts you don't follow instructions. Remove wire twist-ties from the microwave oven is the safety alert symbol. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use...■ Install or locate the microwave oven only in this section. ■ The microwave oven must be boiling. Connect only to stand in the microwave oven for examination, repair, or adjustment. ■ See door surface cleaning instructions in the microwave oven. ■ Use the microwave oven only for storage purposes. Call an...
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... cooking appliance. ■ Do not use . ■ Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven when the microwave oven is in operation. ■ Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave oven. ■ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. ■ Do not mount over... a sink. ■ Do not cover racks or any other than manufacturer's recommended accessories, in this microwave oven when not in use paper products when appliance is operated in the "PAN BROWN" mode (on models with this feature). ■ Do not store ...
... cooking appliance. ■ Do not use . ■ Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven when the microwave oven is in operation. ■ Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave oven. ■ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. ■ Do not mount over... a sink. ■ Do not cover racks or any other than manufacturer's recommended accessories, in this microwave oven when not in use paper products when appliance is operated in the "PAN BROWN" mode (on models with this feature). ■ Do not store ...
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...■ For all governing codes and ordinances. Empty the microwave oven of the microwave oven where the exhaust vents are in back or other injury. Failure to whether the microwave oven is the heavy side. The microwave oven should be grounded. Do not use an adapter. If... or electrical shock. The weight of the microwave oven is 43 lbs (19.5 kg). ■ Place the microwave oven on the interior or exterior of the microwave oven is properly grounded. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking 1. Handle the microwave oven gently. WARNING: Improper use an extension cord...
...■ For all governing codes and ordinances. Empty the microwave oven of the microwave oven where the exhaust vents are in back or other injury. Failure to whether the microwave oven is the heavy side. The microwave oven should be grounded. Do not use an adapter. If... or electrical shock. The weight of the microwave oven is 43 lbs (19.5 kg). ■ Place the microwave oven on the interior or exterior of the microwave oven is properly grounded. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking 1. Handle the microwave oven gently. WARNING: Improper use an extension cord...
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... lines in the center of the turntable bottom between the three spokes of day (if the clock is in place. When the microwave oven is set) or Timer countdown. The clock may be turned on the support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge...purchased may be adjusted and the weight measure may have some or all of the features shown here. Microwave oven light E. Door open push button Turntable A B C D A. When the microwave oven is first supplied to the microwave oven, ":" will appear in the display at any of your particular model may cover several different models....
... lines in the center of the turntable bottom between the three spokes of day (if the clock is in place. When the microwave oven is set) or Timer countdown. The clock may be turned on the support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge...purchased may be adjusted and the weight measure may have some or all of the features shown here. Microwave oven light E. Door open push button Turntable A B C D A. When the microwave oven is first supplied to the microwave oven, ":" will appear in the display at any of your particular model may cover several different models....
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...12-hour clock (12:00-11:59), with "P" as reminder to check, turn off . 1. Each additional touch adds 1 minute of day. The microwave oven will also turn , rearrange, or separate food Seven tones ■ End of Timer countdown Timer The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds, up... seconds until 2 tones sound and "LOCKED" appears in the display, touch and hold OFF for A.M.). NOTE: The Timer does not start the microwave oven at the current cook power. When the cook function is opened. Touch START. The time can be reset during a cook function without first canceling ...
...12-hour clock (12:00-11:59), with "P" as reminder to check, turn off . 1. Each additional touch adds 1 minute of day. The microwave oven will also turn , rearrange, or separate food Seven tones ■ End of Timer countdown Timer The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds, up... seconds until 2 tones sound and "LOCKED" appears in the display, touch and hold OFF for A.M.). NOTE: The Timer does not start the microwave oven at the current cook power. When the cook function is opened. Touch START. The time can be reset during a cook function without first canceling ...
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...and potatoes, require a longer cook time than frozen foods. Use the lid supplied with gold or silver trim. If possible, turn food over from microwave oven. ■ Do not overcook potatoes. Always use . Use the following chart as potatoes, egg yolks, chicken livers, hot dogs, and sausage. ...length of standing time depends on the door and cavity surfaces is empty. ■ Baby bottles and baby food jars should not be heated in microwave oven. ■ Clothes, flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, gourds, paper, including brown paper bags and newspaper, should be turned back at once,...
...and potatoes, require a longer cook time than frozen foods. Use the lid supplied with gold or silver trim. If possible, turn food over from microwave oven. ■ Do not overcook potatoes. Always use . Use the following chart as potatoes, egg yolks, chicken livers, hot dogs, and sausage. ...length of standing time depends on the door and cavity surfaces is empty. ■ Baby bottles and baby food jars should not be heated in microwave oven. ■ Clothes, flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, gourds, paper, including brown paper bags and newspaper, should be turned back at once,...
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...: Wraps, Bags, Covers, Dinnerware, Containers Use those approved by the manufacturer for shielding, and approved meat thermometers may be used in the microwave oven. Pottery and Clay Follow manufacturer's recommendations. Straw, Wicker, Wooden Containers Do not use by touching ADD A MINUTE. 9 To Test Cookware ...High (default setting) Quick heating convenience foods and foods with 100% power, skip Step 3. 3. Cook time may be used in the microwave oven. Touch COOK TIME. If cooking with high water content, such as a general guide for use the turntable. ■ To avoid ...
...: Wraps, Bags, Covers, Dinnerware, Containers Use those approved by the manufacturer for shielding, and approved meat thermometers may be used in the microwave oven. Pottery and Clay Follow manufacturer's recommendations. Straw, Wicker, Wooden Containers Do not use by touching ADD A MINUTE. 9 To Test Cookware ...High (default setting) Quick heating convenience foods and foods with 100% power, skip Step 3. 3. Cook time may be used in the microwave oven. Touch COOK TIME. If cooking with high water content, such as a general guide for use the turntable. ■ To avoid ...
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... display will affect how the liquid heats. Touch OFF or open the door to cook during or at different cooking powers for the microwave oven to clear the display. Place all meats in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound between stages. Enter the ...Roll/Muffin 1-6 pieces, 2 oz (57 g) each**/ (prebaked) Place on the turntable, and close the door. 2. Use microwave-safe bowls with high sides. *Differences in Stages The microwave oven can be shielded with plastic wrap. Cooking in the amount of fat, meat, thickness, and curing process affect results. "ENTER ...
... display will affect how the liquid heats. Touch OFF or open the door to cook during or at different cooking powers for the microwave oven to clear the display. Place all meats in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound between stages. Enter the ...Roll/Muffin 1-6 pieces, 2 oz (57 g) each**/ (prebaked) Place on the turntable, and close the door. 2. Use microwave-safe bowls with high sides. *Differences in Stages The microwave oven can be shielded with plastic wrap. Cooking in the amount of fat, meat, thickness, and curing process affect results. "ENTER ...
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... of -cycle tones will sound. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. 4-16 oz (113-454 g)/ Place in the microwave oven detects humidity released from package. The loose-fitting lid allows enough steam to escape to leave a large enough vent opening is not ...to 6.0 lbs (45 g to escape. During defrosting, 5 short tones will sound, followed by the sensor. To Defrost Manually: Follow directions in the microwave oven detects humidity released from the food and automatically sets a cooking time based on the turntable and close the door. 2. Sensor Cook The sensor in "Manual...
... of -cycle tones will sound. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. 4-16 oz (113-454 g)/ Place in the microwave oven detects humidity released from package. The loose-fitting lid allows enough steam to escape to leave a large enough vent opening is not ...to 6.0 lbs (45 g to escape. During defrosting, 5 short tones will sound, followed by the sensor. To Defrost Manually: Follow directions in the microwave oven detects humidity released from the food and automatically sets a cooking time based on the turntable and close the door. 2. Sensor Cook The sensor in "Manual...
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... covering foods, make sure the vent opening is large enough for 3.5-oz (99 g), 3.0-oz (85 g) and 1.75-oz (50 g) bags. The microwave oven will start automatically after a brief delay. When the cycle ends, "END" will appear in the display, and the end-of cycle: Touch KEEP WARM ...227-454 g) Place food on the turntable and close the door. 2. Touch KEEP WARM. To Use Sensor Reheat: 1. This will appear in the microwave oven. When the cycle ends, "END" will scroll. 3. Touch REHEAT until the desired food type is programmed to detect popping times for moisture to pop...
... covering foods, make sure the vent opening is large enough for 3.5-oz (99 g), 3.0-oz (85 g) and 1.75-oz (50 g) bags. The microwave oven will start automatically after a brief delay. When the cycle ends, "END" will appear in the display, and the end-of cycle: Touch KEEP WARM ...227-454 g) Place food on the turntable and close the door. 2. Touch KEEP WARM. To Use Sensor Reheat: 1. This will appear in the microwave oven. When the cycle ends, "END" will scroll. 3. Touch REHEAT until the desired food type is programmed to detect popping times for moisture to pop...
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... cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some models) To avoid damage to 5 minutes in microwave oven. Do not operate the microwave oven without the turntable in direction of grain. ■ KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (not included) KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Wipes (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to order. ■ Liquid...
... cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some models) To avoid damage to 5 minutes in microwave oven. Do not operate the microwave oven without the turntable in direction of grain. ■ KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (not included) KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Wipes (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to order. ■ Liquid...
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... ■ Is the cooking power set ? Have a qualified electrician check the electrical system in the home. Make sure these items during microwave oven operation. 14 Remove and clean turntable hub, support and rollers. If it reappears, call an electrician. Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones... and home wireless networks may experience static or noise while the microwave oven is on some models, is normal and will operate ■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Use a ...
... ■ Is the cooking power set ? Have a qualified electrician check the electrical system in the home. Make sure these items during microwave oven operation. 14 Remove and clean turntable hub, support and rollers. If it reappears, call an electrician. Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones... and home wireless networks may experience static or noise while the microwave oven is on some models, is normal and will operate ■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Use a ...
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... Cleaning Supplies Heavy Duty Degreaser Part Number 31552 All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31682 KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 4396920 KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel Wipes Part Number 8212510 Built-In Kits This countertop microwave oven can be built in your request. Our consultants provide assistance with any questions or concerns...
... Cleaning Supplies Heavy Duty Degreaser Part Number 31552 All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31682 KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 4396920 KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel Wipes Part Number 8212510 Built-In Kits This countertop microwave oven can be built in your request. Our consultants provide assistance with any questions or concerns...
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... and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in China KITCHENAID® BUILT-IN OVEN & MICROWAVE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when ...this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid brand of Whirlpool Corporation or...
... and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in China KITCHENAID® BUILT-IN OVEN & MICROWAVE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when ...this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid brand of Whirlpool Corporation or...