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® MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301. or visit our website at... www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents ...2 Model GH4184XS 8206416...
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment. Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of 36" (91.44 cm). Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter. Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in the “PAN BROWN”...
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. Door handle I.
MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL SENSOR AUTO REHEAT DEFROST ENTER COOK TIMER QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBS OZ Display When power is first supplied to the microwave oven, a “:” will blink in the display. Touch CANCEL to stop the blinking. If the “:” blinks in the display at any other time, a power failure has occurred.
Tones Tones are audible signals, indicating the following: One tone Valid entry (short tone) End of Timer countdown (long tone) Two tones Reminder, repeat each minute after the end-of-cycle tones End of stage in multistage cooking Hidden feature has been entered or exited Three tones Invalid entry Four tones...
A magnetron in the oven produces microwaves which reflect off the metal floor, walls and ceiling and pass through the turntable and appropriate cookware to the food. Microwaves are attracted to and absorbed by fat, sugar and water molecules in the food, causing them to move, producing friction and heat which cooks the food.
Cookware and Dinnerware 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 cookware and dinnerware with gold or silver trim. Use the following chart as a guide, then test before using.
Microwave Cooking Power Many recipes for microwave cooking specify which cooking power to use by percent, name or number. For example, 70%=7=Medium-High. Use the following chart as a general guide for the suggested cooking power of specific foods. PERCENT/NAME NUMBER 100%, High Quick heating convenience (default setting)
Beverage Beverages may be heated in the microwave oven by touching the BEVERAGE pad. One or two 8-oz (250 mL) cups can be heated automatically using this function. To Use BEVERAGE: 1. Touch BEVERAGE. The display will show the setting for heating 1 cup. 2.
Preset Cooking Times and cooking power have been preset for certain microwavable foods. Use the following chart as a guide. FOOD QUANTITY/INSTRUCTION Canned 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/ Vegetables Place in microwavable container. Cover with plastic wrap and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking.
To Use Reheat: 1. Touch REHEAT. 2. Touch number pad from chart Touch REHEAT repeatedly to scroll through foods. 3. Touch number pads to enter quantity for Pizza Slice, Casserole and Baked Goods only. The sensor will determine quantities for Soup and Sauce. Reheat time may be adjusted at this time by touching COOK POWER.
Kids Menu The Kids Menu function is preset with cooking times and cook powers for several typical children’s menu items that are cooked in the microwave oven. Use the following chart as a guide. FOOD QUANTITY/INSTRUCTION Canned pasta* 1-4 servings/ Follow food label instructions.
Steamer Vessel (not provided with microwave oven) Use the steamer vessel with the Steam/Simmer feature to steam foods. See “Replacement Parts and Accessories” for ordering information A. Lid B. Insert C. Base The steamer vessel will become hot. Always use oven mitts or pot holders when handling.
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. GREASE FILTERS Do not operate the microwave oven without the grease filters in place.
Replacing Filters The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month. The charcoal filter cannot be washed and should be replaced every 6 to 12 months. Do not operate the microwave oven without the filters in place. See “Assistance or Service” to reorder filters.
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. Nothing will operate Has a household fuse blown, or has the circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages. For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at: Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Center...
If you need service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section of the Use & Care Guide. After checking “Troubleshooting,” additional help can be found by checking the “Assistance or Service” section or by calling Whirlpool. In the U.S.A., call 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777.