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BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN
Use & Care Guide
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Model KBMS1454S
W10104180
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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....................................................6 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 D L 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. Do not operate the microwave oven without having the turntable in place. See “Assistan
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MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL A A. Dial Display Add a Minute When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, a “:” will The ADD A MINUTE control automatically starts the microwave blink in the display. Touch CANCEL/OFF to stop the blinking. oven at 100% power for 1 minute. Each additional touch of the If the “:” blinks in the display at any other time, a power failure control will add 1 minute of cook time, up to a total cook time of has occurred. Touch CANCEL/OFF and reset the clock if needed.
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Clock Demo Mode This is a 12-hour clock. The Demo Mode is ideal for learning how to use the microwave oven. When set, functions can be entered without actually turning on the magnetron. The microwave oven light will come on, the To Set: fan will run, and the turntable will rotate. When the microwave 1. Touch and hold SELECT pad for 5 seconds. oven is turned on while in Demo Mode, “no” and then “HEAt” will “12:00” will appear in the display, with the hour (12) flashing. appear in the displa
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MICROWAVE OVEN USE A magnetron in the oven produces microwaves which reflect off the metal floor, walls and ceiling and pass through the turntable Cooking Guidelines and appropriate cookware to the food. Microwaves are attracted to and absorbed by fat, sugar and water molecules in the food, Covering causing them to move, producing friction and heat which cooks Covering food helps retain moisture, shorten cook time and the food. reduce spattering. Use the lid supplied with cookware. If a li
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Always use the turntable. Cookware and Dinnerware 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 bakeware, gold, silver, pewter, non- approve
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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 0:30 3:30-6:00 cooking. 1:00 7:00-30:00 Cereal 2 1-
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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. Food should be 0°F (-18°C) or colder at defrosting for optimal FOOD NO. QUANTITY/INSTRUCTIONS results. Baked Goods 1 1-6 pieces, 2 oz (57 g) each*/ Unwrap foods and remove lids (e.g. fruit juice containers) Place on paper towel. before defrosting.
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One Touch Sensor Cooking Keep Warm A sensor in the microwave oven detects humidity released from the food and automatically sets a cooking time based on the WARNING selected pad. Use the following chart as a guide for the ONE TOUCH pads. Food Poisoning Hazard FOOD SERVING SIZE INSTRUCTIONS Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before or after cooking. Popcorn* 3.0-3.5 oz (85-99 g) Pop only one package at a or 1.75 oz (50 g) time. Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness. B
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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 appliance wired properly? See Installation Instructions provid
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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 ONE YEAR 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 or KitchenAid Canada (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. SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR LIMITED
