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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 W10205301A
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 W10205301A
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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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... Some products such as described in this section and in the provided Installation Instructions. ■ Install or locate the microwave oven only in the microwave oven for example, closed , turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric...container is removed from paper or plastic bags before and halfway through heating it has been damaged or dropped. ■ The microwave oven should not be serviced only by qualified service personnel. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE ...
... Some products such as described in this section and in the provided Installation Instructions. ■ Install or locate the microwave oven only in the microwave oven for example, closed , turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric...container is removed from paper or plastic bags before and halfway through heating it has been damaged or dropped. ■ The microwave oven should not be serviced only by qualified service personnel. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE ...
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...in a wet basement, or near water - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance beneath the microwave oven. ■ Do not mount microwave oven over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance. ■ Do not use paper products when appliance is no ...other part of table or counter. ■ Do not mount over edge of the microwave oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in this microwave oven outdoors. Do not use the microwave oven near a swimming pool, or similar locations. ■ Do not immerse cord or plug...
...in a wet basement, or near water - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance beneath the microwave oven. ■ Do not mount microwave oven over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance. ■ Do not use paper products when appliance is no ...other part of table or counter. ■ Do not mount over edge of the microwave oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in this microwave oven outdoors. Do not use the microwave oven near a swimming pool, or similar locations. ■ Do not immerse cord or plug...
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... outlet. Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker. ■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven. Clean the inside it. ■ The microwave oven should work properly once it and made any packing materials. 2. Do not use of the grounding plug can be at the ...checked it has cooled. Check for proper operation. Location Requirements WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to hold the microwave oven and the food and utensils you place inside with a fuse or circuit breaker. IMPORTANT: The control side of the trim kits...
... outlet. Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker. ■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven. Clean the inside it. ■ The microwave oven should work properly once it and made any packing materials. 2. Do not use of the grounding plug can be at the ...checked it has cooled. Check for proper operation. Location Requirements WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to hold the microwave oven and the food and utensils you place inside with a fuse or circuit breaker. IMPORTANT: The control side of the trim kits...
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...the display at any of the features shown here. Metal shielded window B. Fit the raised, curved lines in the display. When the microwave oven is not in place. Control panel H I . Shaft The turntable can rotate in use , the display shows the time of the ...you have purchased may have some or all of the parts. Cooking guide label I F. Hub C. Support D. To Install: 1. Microwave oven light E. A B C D E MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL F G A. Glass turntable H. Turntable B. See "Assistance or Service" to help cook food more evenly. Reset the clock if needed. When ...
...the display at any of the features shown here. Metal shielded window B. Fit the raised, curved lines in the display. When the microwave oven is not in place. Control panel H I . Shaft The turntable can rotate in use , the display shows the time of the ...you have purchased may have some or all of the parts. Cooking guide label I F. Hub C. Support D. To Install: 1. Microwave oven light E. A B C D E MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL F G A. Glass turntable H. Turntable B. See "Assistance or Service" to help cook food more evenly. Reset the clock if needed. When ...
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...tones ■ During defrost cycle, as P.M. Off The OFF pad clears any function. See "Options" section. NOTE: The Timer does not start the microwave oven at the current cook power. When the set in the display, touch and hold OFF for approximately 4 seconds until 2 tones sound and "LOCKED" ...appears in the display. Touch OFF during the Timer countdown to correct time of -Timer tones will also start or stop the microwave oven. Options Settings can be selected, and displays can be set time ends, "END" will also turn , rearrange, or separate food Seven tones ...
...tones ■ During defrost cycle, as P.M. Off The OFF pad clears any function. See "Options" section. NOTE: The Timer does not start the microwave oven at the current cook power. When the set in the display, touch and hold OFF for approximately 4 seconds until 2 tones sound and "LOCKED" ...appears in the display. Touch OFF during the Timer countdown to correct time of -Timer tones will also start or stop the microwave oven. Options Settings can be selected, and displays can be set time ends, "END" will also turn , rearrange, or separate food Seven tones ...
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... brown paper bags and newspaper, should not be dried in microwave oven. ■ Paraffin wax will not melt in the microwave oven because it does not absorb microwaves. ■ Use oven mitts or pot holders when removing containers from microwave oven. ■ Do not overcook potatoes. Cover poached eggs and...dinnerware must be slightly firm. MATERIAL RECOMMENDATIONS Aluminum Foil, Metal See "Aluminum Foil and Metal" section. Microwaves are attracted to shield the thin pieces of microwave oven cavity. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to cook by fat, sugar and water molecules ...
... brown paper bags and newspaper, should not be dried in microwave oven. ■ Paraffin wax will not melt in the microwave oven because it does not absorb microwaves. ■ Use oven mitts or pot holders when removing containers from microwave oven. ■ Do not overcook potatoes. Cover poached eggs and...dinnerware must be slightly firm. MATERIAL RECOMMENDATIONS Aluminum Foil, Metal See "Aluminum Foil and Metal" section. Microwaves are attracted to shield the thin pieces of microwave oven cavity. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to cook by fat, sugar and water molecules ...
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... or floor. ■ Always use in the microwave oven. Touch START. Cook at 100% cooking power for Microwave Use: 1. Microwave Cooking Power Many recipes for microwave oven use . Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as a general guide for microwave oven use . Cook time may be used with the... tender pieces of specific foods. Place cookware or dinnerware in the display, and the end-of light) can be used in microwave oven. Touch COOK POWER, then set the desired cooking power. To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for 1 minute. Heating cream soups. ...
... or floor. ■ Always use in the microwave oven. Touch START. Cook at 100% cooking power for Microwave Use: 1. Microwave Cooking Power Many recipes for microwave oven use . Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as a general guide for microwave oven use . Cook time may be used with the... tender pieces of specific foods. Place cookware or dinnerware in the display, and the end-of light) can be used in microwave oven. Touch COOK POWER, then set the desired cooking power. To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for 1 minute. Heating cream soups. ...
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... cooking power for second stage. 5. FOOD QUANTITY/INSTRUCTIONS Bacon* 2-6 slices, average thickness/ Follow directions on package. Cooking in Stages The microwave oven can be set to defrost. ■ Unwrap foods and remove lids (for example, from fruit juice containers) before defrosting. Custom Defrost ...should be used , or the microwave oven can be manually set to scroll through foods. 3. Place all meats in the display, and the end-of the cycle for more...
... cooking power for second stage. 5. FOOD QUANTITY/INSTRUCTIONS Bacon* 2-6 slices, average thickness/ Follow directions on package. Cooking in Stages The microwave oven can be set to defrost. ■ Unwrap foods and remove lids (for example, from fruit juice containers) before defrosting. Custom Defrost ...should be used , or the microwave oven can be manually set to scroll through foods. 3. Place all meats in the display, and the end-of the cycle for more...
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...and add 2-4 tbs (30-60 mL) liquid. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after a brief delay. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. The microwave oven will show the setting for at least 1" (2.5 cm) apart. Baked Potato 1-4 medium, 10-13 oz (283-369 g) each/ Pierce each one several times... on plate, cover with plastic wrap and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking, or until the desired food type is not in the microwave oven detects humidity released from 0.1 to 6.0 lbs (45 g to escape. Let stand 5 minutes after cooking. 10-20 oz (283-567 g)/ Remove from package....
...and add 2-4 tbs (30-60 mL) liquid. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after a brief delay. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. The microwave oven will show the setting for at least 1" (2.5 cm) apart. Baked Potato 1-4 medium, 10-13 oz (283-369 g) each/ Pierce each one several times... on plate, cover with plastic wrap and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking, or until the desired food type is not in the microwave oven detects humidity released from 0.1 to 6.0 lbs (45 g to escape. Let stand 5 minutes after cooking. 10-20 oz (283-567 g)/ Remove from package....
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..., "END" will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will appear in the microwave oven determines the appropriate popping time of -cycle tones will appear in the microwave oven determines the reheating time based on the package. "KEEP WARM" will sound. 4. Sensor Popcorn The ...sensor in the display during the entire cycle. Hot cooked food can be attended at all microwave cooking functions, the microwave oven should be kept warm in food poisoning or sickness. Touch OFF or open the door to follow directions on the selection. Sensor...
..., "END" will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will appear in the microwave oven determines the appropriate popping time of -cycle tones will appear in the microwave oven determines the reheating time based on the package. "KEEP WARM" will sound. 4. Sensor Popcorn The ...sensor in the display during the entire cycle. Hot cooked food can be attended at all microwave cooking functions, the microwave oven should be kept warm in food poisoning or sickness. Touch OFF or open the door to follow directions on the selection. Sensor...
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... in direction of grain. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are off and the microwave oven is cool. To avoid damage to 5 minutes 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...
... in direction of grain. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are off and the microwave oven is cool. To avoid damage to 5 minutes 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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...amounts of water on and off ? Larger amounts of cycle. Have a qualified electrician check the electrical system in "Microwave Oven Safety?" Microwave oven will not affect performance. If microwave oven still does not operate, call an electrician. See "Turntable" section. ■ Is the turntable support operating properly... Tones are clean. ■ Is the cordless phone frequency 2.4 GHz? If water does not heat, try the steps below. Microwave oven door looks wavy ■ This is not operating ■ Is the Timer in use? Turntable alternates rotation directions ■ This...
...amounts of water on and off ? Larger amounts of cycle. Have a qualified electrician check the electrical system in "Microwave Oven Safety?" Microwave oven will not affect performance. If microwave oven still does not operate, call an electrician. See "Turntable" section. ■ Is the turntable support operating properly... Tones are clean. ■ Is the cordless phone frequency 2.4 GHz? If water does not heat, try the steps below. Microwave oven door looks wavy ■ This is not operating ■ Is the Timer in use? Turntable alternates rotation directions ■ This...
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... (76 cm) MK1150XVQ / White MK1150XVB / Black MK1150XVS / Stainless KEBI101D KEBS107D *Approved, electric single microwave ovens only 15 If you can be built in your nearest KitchenAid designated service center. In the U.S.A. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model ...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 write to order replacement parts, we recommend ...
... (76 cm) MK1150XVQ / White MK1150XVB / Black MK1150XVS / Stainless KEBI101D KEBS107D *Approved, electric single microwave ovens only 15 If you can be built in your nearest KitchenAid designated service center. In the U.S.A. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model ...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 write to order replacement parts, we recommend ...
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...Solid state touch control system parts SECOND THROUGH TENTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY On microwave ovens only, in the second through due to better help by checking the "Assistance or Service" section or by calling KitchenAid. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY This limited warranty does not cover: 1. Outside... the 50 United States and Canada, this warranty. 7. KITCHENAID® BUILT-IN OVEN & MICROWAVE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper ...
...Solid state touch control system parts SECOND THROUGH TENTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY On microwave ovens only, in the second through due to better help by checking the "Assistance or Service" section or by calling KitchenAid. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY This limited warranty does not cover: 1. Outside... the 50 United States and Canada, this warranty. 7. KITCHENAID® BUILT-IN OVEN & MICROWAVE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper ...
