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BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN
Use & Care Guide
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Model KBMS1454
W10168224A
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TABLE OF CONTENTS BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY.......................................3 Electrical Requirements ...............................................................4 PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5 Turntable ......................................................................................5 MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL....................................................5 Display.........................................................
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BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN 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. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in ■ Do not store this microwave oven outdoors. Do not use the the “PAN BROWN” mode (on models with this feature). microwave oven near water - for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, or ■ Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s similar locations. recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use. ■ Do not immerse cord or plug in water. ■ Do not sto
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PARTS AND FEATURES 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 B C Turntable A L D K J E B F C A. Turntable B. Support C. Hub The turntable can rotate in either direction to help cook food more evenly. For best cooking results, do not operate the microwave oven without having the turntab
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Start Clock The START pad begins any function. If non-sensor cooking is This is a standard 12-hour clock (12:00-11:59). interrupted, touching START will resume the preset cycle. If sensor cooking is interrupted, touching START will resume the To Set: cycle only if the sensor already has estimated the cook time, and 1. Touch and hold SELECT pad for 5 seconds. the countdown is active in the display. “12:00” will appear in the display, with the hour (12) flashing. NOTE: To avoid unintentional o
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Control Lock Cooling Fan The Control Lock shuts down the control panel pads to avoid Depending on the length of the cooking cycle, the cooling fan unintended use of the microwave oven. may continue to run after that cycle has ended. This is normal, and helps eliminate moisture that may accumulate inside the When the control panel is locked, none of the controls will microwave oven before the door is opened. function. If a control pad is touched, “LOC” will appear in the display and invalid
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■ Always use the turntable. Cookware and Dinnerware ■ To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not allow contact with another metal object during microwave cooking. 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 Do Not Use cookware and dinnerware with gold or silver trim. Use the following chart as a guide, then test before using. Metal cookware and bakew
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Cook Time Set Meal Prep Cook Cook time may be set in the following increments, in minutes and Times and cooking power have been preset for certain seconds: microwavable foods. Use the following chart as a guide. INCREMENT TIME SETTING FOOD NO. QUANTITY/INSTRUCTIONS 0:05 0:05-1:00 Canned 1 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/ Vegetables Place in microwave-safe container. 0:15 1:15-3:00 Cover with plastic wrap and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. 0:30 3:30-6:00 Cereal 2 1-4 servings/ 1:00
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Meal Prep Reheat Meal Prep Defrost Times and cooking power have been preset for reheating specific The automatic defrost function can be used, or the microwave food types. Use the following chart as a guide. oven can be manually set to defrost. ■ Unwrap foods and remove lids (e.g. fruit juice containers) FOOD NO. QUANTITY/INSTRUCTIONS before defrosting. Baked Goods 1 1-6 pieces, 2 oz (57 g) each*/ ■ Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than deep blocks. Place on paper towel. ■ Separate f
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To Use Baked Potato and Meal Reheat: 1. Place item on turntable and close the door. Sensor Cooking 2. Touch BAKED POTATO or MEAL REHEAT. A sensor in the microwave oven detects humidity released from the food as it heats, and adjusts the cook time accordingly. The microwave oven will automatically turn on. The sensor animation will briefly appear, followed by the estimated Many sensor cycles require the covering of foods. Microwave- remaining cook time. safe containers or steamers with loose-
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Keep Warm 3. Touch START. The display will count down the warming time, and the Cook WARNING Time indicator will flash. Food Poisoning Hazard Warming time may be adjusted at any time during the Keep Warm cycle by turning the dial. Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before or after cooking. The 10% cook power cannot be changed during the Keep Warm cycle. Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness. When the cycle ends, the end-of-cycle tones will sound, and Hot cooked food
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MICROWAVE OVEN CARE General Cleaning 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. MICROWAVE OVEN CAVITY MICROWAVE OVEN DOOR AND EXTERIOR To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use soap- The area where the microwave oven door and frame touch when filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gr
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TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. Nothing will operate Turntable alternates rotation directions ■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker ■ This is normal and depends on motor rotation at beginning of tripped? cycle. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. Display shows messages ■ Is the microwave oven wired properly? See Installation Instructions p
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check For further assistance “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If If you need further assistance, you can write to KitchenAid with you still need help, follow the instructions below. any questions or concerns at: When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances model and serial number of your appliance. This information will Customer eXperience Cen
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® 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 Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “KitchenAid”) will pay for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a KitchenAid designated service company. This lim
