MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION
USER INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for Choosing KitchenAid® Appliances.
We hold our company to the highest quality standards and it is important to us that you have a positive experience owning a
KitchenAid® product.
For your convenience, we have provided an easy to follow User Instruction Book. These instructions include a “Troubleshooting”
section to help you through any problems you may encounter.
For additional information, you can visit the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section of our website at www.kitchenaid.com.
If you need further assistance using your KitchenAid microwave hood combination, please contact us at 1-800-422-1230.
Have your complete model and serial number ready. You can find your model and serial number on the label located on the front
facing of the microwave oven opening, behind the door.
Para obtener acceso a “Instrucciones para el usuario de la combinación microondas campana” en español, o para obtener
información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.kitchenaid.com
Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. Puede encontrar su número de modelo y de serie en la etiqueta ubicada en la parte
frontal de la abertura del horno de microondas, detrás de la puerta.
Microwave Hood Combination 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 immediately
follow instructions.
DANGER
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
instructions.
follow
WARNING
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire,
■ Install or locate the microwave oven only in
accordance with
the provided Installation Instructions.
injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
■ Read all instructions before using the microwave oven.
■ Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and
sealed containers – for example, closed glass jars –
are able to explode and should not be heated in the
microwave oven.
■ Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY” found in this section.
■ The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect only to
properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS”
found in this section and in the provided Installation Instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Electrical Requirements
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
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For all cord connected appliances:
The microwave oven must be grounded. In the event of
an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric
current. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord
having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed
and grounded.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can
result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified
electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are
not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether
the microwave oven is properly grounded.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is
too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install
an outlet near the microwave oven.
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Required:
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A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20-amp electrical supply
with a fuse or circuit breaker.
This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.
Recommended:
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A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker.
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A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven.
Settings
For information on setting the clock, timer, child lock, vent fan and cooktop light, and to view the list of options on the Settings & Info or
Hints & Settings menu (depending on your model), see your Quick Reference Guide.
Features
Turntable
Convection Element and Fan (on some models)
Turntable may be turned off (on some models) for manual cooking
only. This is helpful when cooking with plates that are bigger than
the turntable, or when cooking with plates that are side by side.
Turntable cannot be turned off during preset or sensor (on some
models) functions.
The convection element and fan are embedded in the wall of the
microwave oven cavity, behind the metal screen.
Progress Bar
The progress bar is a visual picture of the estimated running time of
sensor functions. It appears under “Sensing” in the display.
Cooking Rack (on some models)
Interactive Touch Display
Use only for 2-level cooking. To avoid damage to the microwave
oven, always remove rack after 2-level cooking. To avoid damage
to the microwave oven due to soil buildup, clean rack supports
often.
The LCD interactive touch display is designed to be easily
navigable, guiding you through the menus, offering multiple
selections, accepting your input and executing your commands.
It also shows instructions, tips and graphics.
TRUCAPTURE® Ventilation System (on some models)
Grill Element (on some models)
The grill element has a 1,000-watt halogen bulb and a 500-watt
quartz bulb. The halogen bulb glows very brightly, but the quartz
bulb has a very faint glow that might not be visible.
The vent fan comes on automatically during convection and grill
cooking (on some moodels), and it also comes on if the cooktop
below gets too hot.
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Accessories
Pan (on some models)
Grill Rack (on some models)
Use the provided pan for pan-frying (browning). The pan may be
used to catch drippings during grill (on some models) and
convection (on some models) functions.
Use the grill rack for grilling. Place food directly on the grill rack.
Use the pan under the rack to catch the drippings.
Convection Rack (on some models)
Steamer Vessel (on some models)
Use the convection rack for convection cycles (baking or roasting).
Place cookware directly on rack for bake and for some roast
functions. Some roast functions require that the food be placed
directly on the rack. Use the pan to catch the drippings.
Use the steamer vessel base, insert and lid for steaming, or use just
the base and lid for simmering.
Accessory Configurations
Grilling
Roasting
Baking
Steaming
Simmering
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B
D
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B
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A. Turntable
B. Pan
C. Grill rack
D. Convection rack
E. Cookie sheet
(not provided)
F. Steamer base
G. Steamer insert
H. Steamer lid
Cookware and Dinnerware
Microwave-Safe
For Use With Convection/Combination Cycles (on some
models):
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Browning dish (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
Ceramic glass, glass
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Metal bakeware may be used only during convection (bake)
cycles. Use ovenproof, microwave-safe cookware for all other
convection and combination cycles.
China, Earthenware (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
Melamine (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
Paper towels, paper plates, napkins (Use non-recycled paper.)
Do Not Use
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Metal cookware and bakeware
Plastic wraps, bags, covers, dinnerware, containers (Follow
manufacturer recommendations.)
Straw or wicker
Gold, silver or pewter
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Pottery and clay (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
Silicone bakeware (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
Wax paper
Non-approved meat thermometers, skewers
Twist ties
Foil liners, such as sandwich wrappers
Staples
For Use With Grill Cycles (on some models):
Use ovenproof, microwave-safe cookware to catch drippings.
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Objects with gold or silver trim or with metallic glaze
To Test Cookware/Dinnerware: Place dish on turntable with 1 cup (250 mL) of water beside it. Program 1 minute of cook time at 100%.
If dish becomes hot and the water stays cool, do not use the dish in the microwave oven.
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Microwave Oven Use
Sensor Cooking
Popcorn
A sensor in the microwave oven detects moisture released from
food as it heats, and adjusts the cooking time accordingly.
Popcorn is a sensor function. The sensor determines appropriate
cooking times for commercially packaged popcorn.
Make sure microwave oven has been plugged in for at least
2 minutes. Use microwave-safe dish with loose-fitting lid, or cover
microwave-safe dish with plastic wrap and vent. For optimal
performance, wait at least 30 minutes after convection cooking or
grilling (on some models) before sensor cooking.
Keep Warm
WARNING
Food Poisoning Hazard
Stage Cooking
Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before
or after cooking.
If programming stage cooking, follow the screen prompts on the
display to add additional stages, and set time, power and/or
temperature (on some models) for each stage. Up to 4 stages may
be programmed.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.
Doneness
Hot cooked food can be kept warm in the microwave oven. The
Keep Warm function uses 10% cook power. Keep Warm can be
used by itself or can be prorammed to follow a cooking cycle.
Opening the door during Keep Warm will cancel the function.
Add or subtract time from most automatic cook functions by
touching “Doneness” on the touch screen during programing, and
following the prompts. Doneness is remembered for specific
programs. Some meat, poultry and/or fish functions may not give
you the option to lessen doneness.
For list or description of various programs, see the Quick Reference Guide provided with your microwave oven.
Microwave Oven Care
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Stainless steel (on some models): mild soap and water, then
rinse with clean water and dry with soft cloth, or use stainless
steel cleaner.
General Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and
the microwave oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on
cleaning products.
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Turntable: mild soap and water or dishwasher.
To avoid damage to the microwave oven caused by arcing due to
soil buildup, keep cavity, microwave inlet cover, cooking rack
supports, and area where the door touches the frame clean.
Pan: mild soap, water and washcloth or dishwasher.
Rack(s): mild soap, water and washcloth. Dishwasher cleaning
is not recommended.
Clean with mild soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge, or as
indicated below.
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Steamer vessel: mild soap, water and soft brush or dishwasher.
Replacing Filters and Light Bulbs
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Cavity: To avoid damage to the gray cavity lining, do not use
metal or sharp utensils or scraper, soap-filled scouring pad,
abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some
recycled paper towels.
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Grease filters: Remove grease filters from underside of
microwave oven, and clean monthly.
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Charcoal filter(s): Depending on the model, there may be
2 charcoal filters – 1 behind each of the grease filters – on the
underside of the microwave oven, or one charcoal odor filter
under the vent screen on the top of the microwave oven. The
charcoal filter(s) cannot be cleaned, and should be replaced
about every 6 months.
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Grease filters: mild soap and water or dishwasher.
Door and exterior: mild soap and water, or glass cleaner
applied to paper towel.
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Control panel/interactive touch display: mild soap, water and
washcloth, or glass cleaner applied to soft cloth (not directly to
panel). Activate child lock to avoid control panel activation
during cleaning. Use gentle pressure when wiping the touch
screen.
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Cooktop lights: The cooktop lights are located on the
underside of the microwave oven, and are replaceable.
Cavity light: The cavity light bulb is located under the vent
screen on the top of the microwave oven, under the bulb cover,
and is replaceable.
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Troubleshooting
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
Microwave oven will not operate
Check the following:
Quartz bulb does not appear to be on
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This is not unusual. See “Grill Element” in the “Features”
section.
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Household fuse or circuit breaker
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Is the element still working properly?
If a household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped,
replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem
continues, call an electrician.
Place 2 slices of bread on the tall grill rack, place the rack on
the turntable and close the door. Program the microwave oven
using manual grill – without microwaves – for 4 minutes. The
bread should toast dark brown. If it does not toast, call for
service.
Magnetron
Try to heat 1 cup (250 mL) of cold water for 2 minutes at 100%
cooking power. If water does not heat, try the steps below. If
microwave oven still does not operate, call for service.
Radio, TV or cordless phone interference
Check the following:
Door
Firmly close door. On some models, if a packaging spacer is
attached to inside of the door, remove it, then firmly close door.
If a message about the door appears in the display, the door
has been closed for 5 minutes or more without the microwave
oven being started. This happens to avoid unintended starting
of the microwave oven. Open and close the door, then start
the cycle.
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Proximity
Move the receiver away from the microwave oven, or adjust the
radio or TV antenna.
Soil
Make sure the microwave oven door and sealing surfaces are
clean.
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Control
Frequency
Make sure control is set properly. Make sure Control Lock is off.
Make sure Demo Mode (on some models) is off.
Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones and home wireless
networks may experience static or noise while microwave
oven is on. Use a corded phone, a different frequency
cordless phone or avoid using these items during microwave
oven operation.
Arcing in the microwave oven
Check the following:
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Soil buildup
Fan running during cooktop usage
Soil buildup on cavity walls, microwave inlet cover, cooking
rack supports, and area where the door touches the frame can
cause arcing. See “General Cleaning” in “Microwave Oven
Care” section.
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This is normal. The microwave oven’s cooling fan (on some
models), which is separate from the vent fan, automatically
comes on during microwave oven operation to cool the
microwave oven. It may also automatically come on and cycle
on and off to cool the microwave oven’s controls while the
cooktop below is being used.
Turntable alternates rotation directions
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This is normal and depends on motor rotation at the beginning
of the cycle.
Fan running after cooking is finished
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This is normal for convection and grill use. The fan may run for
up to 10 minutes to cool the microwave oven.
Odor and smoke coming from microwave oven during
convection cooking
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This is normal for the first few convection cycles. The odor will
dissipate with repeated use.
Replacement Parts, Accesssories and Cleaning Supplies
Following is a list of available parts and supplies which may be purchased separately. Please refer to the cover for contact and model
identification information.
Replacement Parts
Provided Accessories
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Turntable
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Steamer vessel
Turntable support & rollers
Turntable hub
Pan and handle
Convection rack (provided with some models)
Grill rack (provided with some models)
Cooking rack (for some models)
Rack spacer
Cleaning Supplies
Rack hook
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Heavy Duty Degreaser
Grease filters
All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner
KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish
KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel Wipes
Charcoal filter(s)
Cooktop light bulb
Cavity light bulb
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Notes
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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 limited warranty is valid only in the United States or Canada and applies only when the major appliance
is used in the country in which it was purchased. Outside the 50 United States and Canada, this limited warranty does not apply. Proof of
original purchase date is required to obtain service under this limited warranty.
SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CERTAIN COMPONENT PARTS
In the second through fifth years from the date of purchase, when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions
attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for Factory Specified Parts for the following components if defective in
materials or workmanship:
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Electric element
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Solid state touch control system parts
SECOND THROUGH TENTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
On microwave ovens only, in the second through tenth years from date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and
maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for Factory Specified Parts for the
stainless steel oven cavity/inner door if the part rusts through due to defects in materials or workmanship.
ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY
This limited warranty does not cover:
1. Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you on how to use your major appliance, to replace or repair
house fuses, or to correct house wiring or plumbing.
2. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. Consumable parts are excluded from warranty
coverage.
3. Repairs when your major appliance is used for other than normal, single-family household use or when it is used in a manner that is
contrary to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions.
4. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance
with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of consumables or cleaning products not approved by KitchenAid.
5. Cosmetic damage, including scratches, dents, chips or other damage to the finish of your major appliance, unless such damage
results from defects in materials or workmanship and is reported to KitchenAid within 30 days from the date of purchase.
6. Costs associated with the removal from your home of your major appliance for repairs. This major appliance is designed to be
repaired in the home and only in-home service is covered by this warranty.
7. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.
8. Expenses for travel and transportation for product service if your major appliance is located in a remote area where service by an
authorized KitchenAid servicer is not available.
9. The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with
published installation instructions.
10. Major appliances with original model/serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be easily determined. This warranty is
void if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from your major appliance.
The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the customer.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED
HEREIN. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. KITCHENAID SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL
RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.
If outside the 50 United States and Canada, contact your authorized KitchenAid dealer to determine if another warranty applies. 9/07
For additional product information or to view FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions), visit www.kitchenaid.com
If you do not have access to the Internet and you need assistance using your product or you would like to schedule service, you may
contact KitchenAid at the number below.
Have your complete model number ready. You can find your model number and serial number on the label located on the upper or lower
front facing of the microwave oven opening, behind the door.
For assistance or service, call 1-800-422-1230.
If you need further assistance, you can write to KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at:
KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
Please keep this User Instructions and model number information for future reference.
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