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- Page 1 ® SPEEDCOOK APPLIANCE 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 GH6178XP 8204914/4619-652-64091...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY...3 Electrical Requirements ...5 PARTS AND FEATURES...5 Oven Cavity Coating ...5 Microwave System – ACCUWAVE ® Technology...5 Grill Element ...6 Turntable ...6 Cooking Rack...6 Sizzle Pan and Handle ...7 Grill Rack ...7 OVEN CONTROL ...7 Display/Touch Screen...7 Progress Bar...8 Start ...9... -
Page 3: Microwave Oven Safety
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. -
Page 4: Precautions To Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. -
Page 5: Electrical Requirements
Electrical Requirements WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Observe all governing codes and ordinances. -
Page 6: Grill Element
In contrast, microwave ovens utilizing this microwave system deliver the selected power level continuously. This constant stream of microwave power helps to minimize overcooking of foods and messy food spatters. Sensor Cooking The microwave system features the 6th SENSE™ cooking system. -
Page 7: Sizzle Pan And Handle
Sizzle Pan and Handle The Sizzle Pan, with a nonstick surface and a detachable handle, has been specially designed for microwave use, and is ideal for pan-frying (pan-browning) foods in the oven. The Sizzle Pan is also used as a drip pan for grilling. Use the handle to grasp the pan. -
Page 8: Progress Bar
Touch Screen The LCD touch screen is used to input commands. A light- to medium-pressure touch of the fingertip will activate the menu choice. However, sensitivity of the touch screen may vary, and using the tips or backs of fingernails may provide more accuracy when inputting commands. -
Page 9: Start
Start The START control will start any function. If cooking is interrupted, touching the START control pad will resume the preset cycle. For added convenience, the “Start” touch pad is also available on some display screens, and provides the same function as the START control pad. -
Page 10: Hints & Settings
Hints & Settings Functions can be selected, and displays can be changed by using the Hints & Settings menu. Option Setting Child Lock Turn on or off. Display Set at full, or reduced or off after 2 minutes Brightness of inactivity. See “Display Brightness and Contrast”... -
Page 11: Demo Mode
To Activate Learning Mode: The oven must be off. 1. On the “Home” screen, touch “More Choices.” 2. Touch “Hints & Settings.” 3. Touch “More Choices.” 4. Touch “Learning Mode.” 5. Touch “On/Off” to set. 6. Touch “Finished.” Repeat to deactivate Learning Mode. 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. -
Page 12: Cookware And Dinnerware
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. -
Page 13: Cooking
Cooking To Use the Auto Cooking Functions: When using preset cooking powers and cook times for selected food types (Cereal, Eggs, Frozen Food, Vegetable, Grains, Meat, Poultry, and Fish), follow the “Cook” menus to select amounts and begin the auto function. See “Display/Touch Screen” section for sample programming. -
Page 14: Popcorn
Popcorn Popcorn is a sensor function. The sensor determines the appropriate popping time of commercially packaged microwavable popcorn. Remove rectangular cooking rack before use. Do not use regular paper bags or glassware. Pop only 1 package of popcorn at a time. Follow manufacturer’s instructions when using a microwave popcorn popper. -
Page 15: Defrosting
Defrosting The auto defrost feature has 3 categories: Meat, Poultry and Fish. It should not be used for food left outside the freezer more than 20 minutes and frozen ready-made food. The oven can also be manually set to defrost. Food should be 0ºF (-18ºC) or colder at defrosting for optimal results. -
Page 16: Grill
Grill The Grill function uses 1,000-watt halogen and 500-watt quartz elements that heat quickly to grill a variety of foods. Oven cavity and door will become very hot during grill element use. The use of oven mitts is recommended. The circular grill rack and Sizzle Pan will become very hot. Use oven mitts to grasp and remove the pan from the oven. - Page 17 To Use Simmer Rice/Simmer Pasta: 1. On “Home” screen, touch “More Choices.” 2. Touch “Simmer Rice” or “Simmer Pasta.” 3. Follow menu to select specific food to be simmered. 4. Enter amount. Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching “Doneness,”...
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Page 18: Sizzle Pan Feature
Sizzle Pan Feature The Sizzle Pan feature uses the pan to brown, crisp, and pan-fry foods in the oven. The Sizzle Pan reaches its optimal cooking temperature in approximately 3 minutes. Use the pan as quickly as possible after it is heated for best results. While microwaves heat food from above, they also heat the pan very quickly from below to brown and crisp the food. -
Page 19: Kids Menu
To Soften or Melt: 1. Place container of food on turntable. 2. On “Home” screen, touch “More Choices.” 3. On “More Choices” screen, touch “Soften & Melt.” 4. Select either “Soften” or “Melt.” 5. Select food item to be softened or melted. 6. -
Page 20: Oven Care
General Cleaning IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted. GREASE FILTERS Do not use ammonia or corrosive cleaning agents such as lye- based oven cleaners. -
Page 21: Replacing Filters
RACK SUPPORTS Clean often to avoid soil buildup. Soil buildup may lead to arcing and cause damage to the oven. Do not attempt to remove supports from cavity walls. Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel- wool pads, gritty washcloths or some recycled paper towels. Mild, nonabrasive soap or detergent and washcloth, toothbrush or cotton swab: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
6. Remove the burned-out bulb by squeezing the wire clip together, pulling to the right and lifting. 7. Replace bulb, using tissue to handle bulb, or wearing cotton gloves. Do not touch bulb with bare fingers. 8. Close bulb cover. 9. -
Page 23: Assistance Or Service
Use a corded phone, a different frequency cordless phone or avoid using these items during oven operation. ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 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 Interaction Center... -
Page 24: Warranty
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Outside the 50 United States, this warranty does not apply. Contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine if another warranty applies.