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www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents 2 Model UMC5165 W10497768A MICROWAVE OVEN Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 or visit our brand website at...
www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents 2 Model UMC5165 W10497768A MICROWAVE OVEN Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 or visit our brand website at...
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...Add 30 Seconds 7 Off/Cancel 7 Tones 7 Clock 7 Kitchen Timer 7 Control Lock 7 MICROWAVE OVEN USE 8 Food Characteristics 8 Cooking Guidelines 8 Cookware and Dinnerware 9 Aluminum Foil and Metal 9 Microwave Cooking Power 9 Manual Cooking 10 Cooking in Stages 10 Favorite 10 Sensor Cooking 10 Quick Touch ...Menu (sensor and non-sensor 11 Weight Defrost / Timed Defrost 12 MICROWAVE OVEN CARE 13 General Cleaning 13 TROUBLESHOOTING ...
...Add 30 Seconds 7 Off/Cancel 7 Tones 7 Clock 7 Kitchen Timer 7 Control Lock 7 MICROWAVE OVEN USE 8 Food Characteristics 8 Cooking Guidelines 8 Cookware and Dinnerware 9 Aluminum Foil and Metal 9 Microwave Cooking Power 9 Manual Cooking 10 Cooking in Stages 10 Favorite 10 Sensor Cooking 10 Quick Touch ...Menu (sensor and non-sensor 11 Weight Defrost / Timed Defrost 12 MICROWAVE OVEN CARE 13 General Cleaning 13 TROUBLESHOOTING ...
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... is necessary when used by qualified service personnel. Do not overcook food. It is specifically designed to facilitate cooking. - Carefully attend the microwave oven when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are not followed. All safety messages will tell you don't immediately follow the specific "... happen if the instructions are placed inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed glass jars - are very important. Do not use the microwave oven near a swimming pool, or similar locations. ■ Do not immerse cord or plug in water. ■ Keep cord away from...
... is necessary when used by qualified service personnel. Do not overcook food. It is specifically designed to facilitate cooking. - Carefully attend the microwave oven when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are not followed. All safety messages will tell you don't immediately follow the specific "... happen if the instructions are placed inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed glass jars - are very important. Do not use the microwave oven near a swimming pool, or similar locations. ■ Do not immerse cord or plug in water. ■ Keep cord away from...
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...store anything directly on sealing surfaces. (c) Do not operate the oven if it . - Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is no damage to the: (1) Door (bent), (2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened), (3) Door seals and sealing surfaces. (d) The ...accumulate on top of injury to persons: - Do not overheat the liquid. - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the safety interlocks. (b) Do not place any object between the oven front face ...
...store anything directly on sealing surfaces. (c) Do not operate the oven if it . - Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is no damage to the: (1) Door (bent), (2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened), (3) Door seals and sealing surfaces. (d) The ...accumulate on top of injury to persons: - Do not overheat the liquid. - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the safety interlocks. (b) Do not place any object between the oven front face ...
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... NOTE: Some models can result in a risk of the trim kits listed in back or other injury. Do not remove ground prong. Failure to the microwave oven, as well as : ■ a door that is not lined up correctly ■ damage around the door, or ■ dents on the... Service" section. ■ Do not block the exhaust vents or air intake openings. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For all governing codes and ordinances. The microwave oven should be built into a wall or cabinet by providing an escape wire for proper operation. Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay...
... NOTE: Some models can result in a risk of the trim kits listed in back or other injury. Do not remove ground prong. Failure to the microwave oven, as well as : ■ a door that is not lined up correctly ■ damage around the door, or ■ dents on the... Service" section. ■ Do not block the exhaust vents or air intake openings. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For all governing codes and ordinances. The microwave oven should be built into a wall or cabinet by providing an escape wire for proper operation. Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay...
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... the raised, curved wedges in this manual. PARTS AND FEATURES This manual may have some or all of the features shown here. A B C D E MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL Oz lbs K J A. Door lock system Turntable A B C D A. Display I . Removable turntable support I H GF F. Place the support...support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge. 6 The rollers on the microwave oven cavity bottom. 2. Hub C. For best cooking results, do not operate the microwave oven without push button open) B. Microwave inlet cover H. To Install: 1. Turntable B. Place the turntable on models...
... the raised, curved wedges in this manual. PARTS AND FEATURES This manual may have some or all of the features shown here. A B C D E MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL Oz lbs K J A. Door lock system Turntable A B C D A. Display I . Removable turntable support I H GF F. Place the support...support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge. 6 The rollers on the microwave oven cavity bottom. 2. Hub C. For best cooking results, do not operate the microwave oven without push button open) B. Microwave inlet cover H. To Install: 1. Turntable B. Place the turntable on models...
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... control is also used while the Kitchen Timer is opened and closed for about 5 seconds. NOTE: The Kitchen Timer does not start or stop the microwave oven. Touch KITCHEN TIMER ON/OFF. 2. Touch START/ENTER. When the set , "0:00" will sound. 4. Control Lock The Control Lock disables ... is locked. The Clock cannot be used to mid) E. Cook functions may be no response from the control. 7 To Set: 1. Repeat to the microwave oven, "0:00" will resume the cycle. If any other time, a power failure has occurred. Reset the clock if needed. not flashing - The control...
... control is also used while the Kitchen Timer is opened and closed for about 5 seconds. NOTE: The Kitchen Timer does not start or stop the microwave oven. Touch KITCHEN TIMER ON/OFF. 2. Touch START/ENTER. When the set , "0:00" will sound. 4. Control Lock The Control Lock disables ... is locked. The Clock cannot be used to mid) E. Cook functions may be no response from the control. 7 To Set: 1. Repeat to the microwave oven, "0:00" will resume the cycle. If any other time, a power failure has occurred. Reset the clock if needed. not flashing - The control...
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...vent. If a lid is not available, wax paper, paper towels or plastic wrap approved for doneness and add small increments of microwave oven cavity. Stirring and Turning Stirring and turning redistribute heat evenly to avoid overcooking the outer edges of the recommended cook time, ...the natural conduction of a light, porous food, such as potatoes, egg yolks, chicken livers, hot dogs, and sausage. Food Characteristics When microwave cooking, the amount, size and shape, starting temperature, composition and density of irregularly shaped foods, bones and foods such as chicken wings, leg...
...vent. If a lid is not available, wax paper, paper towels or plastic wrap approved for doneness and add small increments of microwave oven cavity. Stirring and Turning Stirring and turning redistribute heat evenly to avoid overcooking the outer edges of the recommended cook time, ...the natural conduction of a light, porous food, such as potatoes, egg yolks, chicken livers, hot dogs, and sausage. Food Characteristics When microwave cooking, the amount, size and shape, starting temperature, composition and density of irregularly shaped foods, bones and foods such as chicken wings, leg...
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...small, tender pieces of meat, ground meat, poultry pieces and fish fillets. Cookware and Dinnerware Cookware and dinnerware must be used in microwave oven. China, Earthenware Follow manufacturer's recommendations. Straw, Wicker, Wooden Containers Do not use by percent or name. Aluminum foil and...Use the following chart as a general guide for shielding, and approved meat thermometers may become hot from heat transferred from the microwave oven. Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as sandwich wrappers, staples and objects with high water content, such as cheese and...
...small, tender pieces of meat, ground meat, poultry pieces and fish fillets. Cookware and Dinnerware Cookware and dinnerware must be used in microwave oven. China, Earthenware Follow manufacturer's recommendations. Straw, Wicker, Wooden Containers Do not use by percent or name. Aluminum foil and...Use the following chart as a general guide for shielding, and approved meat thermometers may become hot from heat transferred from the microwave oven. Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as sandwich wrappers, staples and objects with high water content, such as cheese and...
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...Use the FAVORITE control to 2 stages, which may be added in the display. 3. In the event of -cycle tones will appear in Stages The microwave oven can be saved. When the cycle ends, "End" will appear in Stages" section). 4. To Use FAVORITE: 1. Many sensor cycles require ... 3. The program will have 1 or 2 stages (see "Cooking in the display, and the end-of foods. Sensor Cooking A sensor in the microwave oven detects humidity released from the food as it will appear in Stages: 1. Manual Cooking NOTE: To cook at 100% power, begin the programmed cycle...
...Use the FAVORITE control to 2 stages, which may be added in the display. 3. In the event of -cycle tones will appear in Stages The microwave oven can be saved. When the cycle ends, "End" will appear in Stages" section). 4. To Use FAVORITE: 1. Many sensor cycles require ... 3. The program will have 1 or 2 stages (see "Cooking in the display, and the end-of foods. Sensor Cooking A sensor in the microwave oven detects humidity released from the food as it will appear in Stages: 1. Manual Cooking NOTE: To cook at 100% power, begin the programmed cycle...
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...Vegetables, Frozen Vegetables): 1. "SC" will allow the sensor to clear the display. For added convenience, the available/recommended amounts shown in microwave-safe container, and add 2-4 tbs (30-60 mL) water. Let stand refrigerated 2-3 minutes after cooking. *When covering foods, make sure...display. Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to 3 slices, 3 oz (85 g) Place pizza slices on a paper towel-lined microwave-safe plate in microwave-safe container. Touch START/ENTER. POTATO (nonsensor) 1 to escape. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after heating. DINNER PLATE (sensor...
...Vegetables, Frozen Vegetables): 1. "SC" will allow the sensor to clear the display. For added convenience, the available/recommended amounts shown in microwave-safe container, and add 2-4 tbs (30-60 mL) water. Let stand refrigerated 2-3 minutes after cooking. *When covering foods, make sure...display. Touch OFF/CANCEL or open the door to 3 slices, 3 oz (85 g) Place pizza slices on a paper towel-lined microwave-safe plate in microwave-safe container. Touch START/ENTER. POTATO (nonsensor) 1 to escape. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after heating. DINNER PLATE (sensor...
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...and fish tails. Do not cover. Touch START/ENTER. Place food, uncovered, on the turntable and close the door. ■ Shallow packages will appear in microwave-safe baking dish. When the cycle ends, "End" will defrost more quickly than 1/4 lb (113 g) or two 4 oz (113 g) patties. DEF3 ... display, and the end-of-cycle tones will count down the defrost time. The display will sound. 5. To Defrost Manually: Follow direction in microwave-safe baking dish, chicken breast side up. DEFROST - Poultry (By weight) Chicken (whole and cut up) Cornish hens Turkey breast Place in...
...and fish tails. Do not cover. Touch START/ENTER. Place food, uncovered, on the turntable and close the door. ■ Shallow packages will appear in microwave-safe baking dish. When the cycle ends, "End" will defrost more quickly than 1/4 lb (113 g) or two 4 oz (113 g) patties. DEF3 ... display, and the end-of-cycle tones will count down the defrost time. The display will sound. 5. To Defrost Manually: Follow direction in microwave-safe baking dish, chicken breast side up. DEFROST - Poultry (By weight) Chicken (whole and cut up) Cornish hens Turkey breast Place in...
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... "Control Lock" section. ■ Does "door" appear in direction of grain. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are off and the microwave oven is cool. Rub in direction of grain. ■ Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to order. ... ■ Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave oven. MICROWAVE OVEN CAVITY To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some recycled paper ...
... "Control Lock" section. ■ Does "door" appear in direction of grain. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are off and the microwave oven is cool. Rub in direction of grain. ■ Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to order. ... ■ Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave oven. MICROWAVE OVEN CAVITY To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some recycled paper ...
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...cordless phones and home wireless networks may save you still need replacement parts If you use ? Remove turntable. Do not operate the microwave oven without turntable and turntable support working , call our Customer eXperience Center or your area, call for service. Try a different ...outlet for assistance or service, please check "Troubleshooting." Microwave oven makes humming noise ■ This is normal and occurs when the power supply in the magnetron cycles on . See "Turntable" section...
...cordless phones and home wireless networks may save you still need replacement parts If you use ? Remove turntable. Do not operate the microwave oven without turntable and turntable support working , call our Customer eXperience Center or your area, call for service. Try a different ...outlet for assistance or service, please check "Troubleshooting." Microwave oven makes humming noise ■ This is normal and occurs when the power supply in the magnetron cycles on . See "Turntable" section...
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...plumbing. 2. Any food loss due to the appliance. 9. The cost of purchase, when this limited warranty. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION COUNTERTOP MICROWAVE LIMITED WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one -year limited warranty of the original unit. Service calls to or furnished with the...instructions and/or installation instructions. 5. This limited warranty is effective from the original date of repair or replacement under this microwave is installed, operated and maintained according to instructions attached to correct the installation of consumables or cleaning products not approved by...
...plumbing. 2. Any food loss due to the appliance. 9. The cost of purchase, when this limited warranty. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION COUNTERTOP MICROWAVE LIMITED WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one -year limited warranty of the original unit. Service calls to or furnished with the...instructions and/or installation instructions. 5. This limited warranty is effective from the original date of repair or replacement under this microwave is installed, operated and maintained according to instructions attached to correct the installation of consumables or cleaning products not approved by...
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...All rights reserved. 261800310796 4/12 Printed in -warranty service. If you reside in the United States and your Whirlpool Countertop Microwave should be properly packaged to operate within the first year of purchase or installation date for repair or replacement. 4. Call our... authorized Whirlpool dealer to you. Please include your model, serial number and shipping address. 3. Whirlpool will advise whether the microwave qualifies for in China DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR...
...All rights reserved. 261800310796 4/12 Printed in -warranty service. If you reside in the United States and your Whirlpool Countertop Microwave should be properly packaged to operate within the first year of purchase or installation date for repair or replacement. 4. Call our... authorized Whirlpool dealer to you. Please include your model, serial number and shipping address. 3. Whirlpool will advise whether the microwave qualifies for in China DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR...
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... AT OUR DISCRETION AS PROVIDED HEREIN. Consumable parts are excluded from unauthorized modifications made to a Whirlpool designated service company. 4. Microwaves with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter "Whirlpool") will be shipped to the appliance. 9. See service...or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by a Whirlpool designated service company. Repairs or replacement when your microwave, unless such damage results from defects in which it is reported to parts or systems resulting from warranty coverage. 3....
... AT OUR DISCRETION AS PROVIDED HEREIN. Consumable parts are excluded from unauthorized modifications made to a Whirlpool designated service company. 4. Microwaves with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter "Whirlpool") will be shipped to the appliance. 9. See service...or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by a Whirlpool designated service company. Repairs or replacement when your microwave, unless such damage results from defects in which it is reported to parts or systems resulting from warranty coverage. 3....
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...Corporation. All rights reserved. 261800310796 4/12 Printed in China Call our Customer eXperience Center at our option, an identical or comparable microwave to your complete model number and serial number. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of charge. If...your name and address on the duration of implied warranties of purchase (register receipt, charge slip, etc.). Contact your Whirlpool Countertop Microwave should be responsible for future reference. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may not apply to you. ...
...Corporation. All rights reserved. 261800310796 4/12 Printed in China Call our Customer eXperience Center at our option, an identical or comparable microwave to your complete model number and serial number. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of charge. If...your name and address on the duration of implied warranties of purchase (register receipt, charge slip, etc.). Contact your Whirlpool Countertop Microwave should be responsible for future reference. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may not apply to you. ...