FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON

MICROWAVE OVEN

For one year from the date of purchase, if this Kenmore microwave oven fails due to a defect

in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it

free of charge.

FOUR YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

ON MAGNETRON

For the second through the fifth year from the date of purchase,if the magnetron in this oven fails due to a defect in material or workmanship,Sears will supply a new magnetron,free of charge.Safety regulations,however,require the magnetron to be installed by Sears,and you must pay the labor cost of installation.

WARRANTY SERVICE

For warranty service, return the microwave to your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center in the United States. For the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME??.

This warranty is void if microwave is used for other than private household purposes.

This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights,

and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817WA,

Hoffman Estates, IL. 60179 U.S.A.

1.Read all the instructions before using your microwave oven,

2.Do not allow children to use this oven without close supervision!

3.Read and follow the specificPRECAUTIONS TO AVOID

POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found on page 3.

4.Do not tamper with the built - in safety switches on the oven doorf The oven has several buiit-insafety switches to make sure the power is offwhen the door is open.

5.When cleaning the door and the surfaces that touch the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents and a sponge or soft cloth.

6, If your oven is dropped or damaged, have itthoroughly

checked by a qualified service technidan before using it again.

7.To avoid a fire hazard:

a)Do not severely overcook foods. It can cause a fire in the oven,

b)Do not use recycled paper products in your oven. They can contain particles that can cause arcing or may ignite.

c)Do not overcook potatoes. Overcooking could cause a fire.

d)Do not store combustible items (bread, cookies, etc.) in the oven, because if lightning s_kes the power lines, it may cause the oven to turn ON.

e)Do not use wire twist-ties in the oven. Be sure to remove them before placing the item inthe oven.

f)Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cookingutensils,or food in the cavity when not inuse.

8.If a fire should start:

a)Keep the oven door closed.

b)Tum the oven off.

c)Disconnect the power cord or shut off the power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

9.Do not use this oven for commercial purposes,This microwave is made for household use only.

10.Install or locate this appliance in accordance with the provided installation insb'uctions.

tl. To avoid elecb'icshock:

a)This appliance must be grouodedf Connect it onlyto a properly grounded ouitet.(See the Grounding instructions on page 3,)

b)Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

c)Do not immerse the electdcal cord or plug in water.

d)Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

e)This applianceshould be serviced onlyby qualified service personnel.

12.Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appeadng to be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid. 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 belling over When the container is disturbed or when a spoon or other utensil is inserted into the liquid. To reduce the risk of injury to persons;

1)Do not overheat the liquid.

2)Stir the liquid beth before and halfway through heating it.

3)Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other

utensil intothe container once beating has begun.

4)Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.

5)After heating, allow the container to stand in the

microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.

13.Keep the glass tray and the turntable rollerrest in the oven when you are cooking.

14.Do not use the oven outdoors. Do not store the oven outdoors. Do not use this product near water.

-for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar location.

15.Do not cover or block any openings inthe oven.

16.Do not run the microwave oven empty.

17.Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter.

18.Do not heat glass tumtable excessively.

-Do not cook bacon directly on the glass tamtable.

-Do not allow the grey film on special microwave cooking

packages to touch the glass tumtable.Put the package on a microwave-safe dish.

-Keep a browning dish at least 3,??6inchabove the glass

tumtable. If you use the browning dish incorrectly, you could break the glass turntable.

19.Be careful not to chip or scratch the edges of the turntable. Chips or scratches may cause the tumtable to break dudng use.

20.Some produce such as whole eggs and sealed containers

-for example, dosed glass jars are able to explode and should not be heated in this oven.

INSTALLATION

1.Remove your Kenmore microwave oven and all packing matedals from the shippingcarton.

2.Place the oven on a level surface that provides at least 4 inches of space at the left, dght, top, and rear sides for proper ventilation.

NOTE: Do not install your microwave oven over a range, cooktop or other heat-producing appliances. This oven is not designed for Built-In use.

3.Place the turntable roller rest in the circle on the

oven floor and then place the glass turntable on the top of the turntable roller rest.

NOTE: Never place the glass turntable in the oven upside down. Blocking the inlet and/or outlet openings can damage the oven.

Safety Interlock System

CONTROL PANEL

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Your oven comes with the following accessories: 1 Use and Care Guide

1 Glass TurntableGlass Turntable

1 Turntable Roller Rest

Oven Control

Panel

Turntable

Roller Rest

1.DISPLAY. The Display includes a clock and indicators that tell you time of day, cooking time settings, and cooking functions selected.

2.QUICK TOUCH COOKING. These pads allow you to cook most of your favorite foods without having to select cooking times and power levels.

3.AUTO DEFROST. This pad is an accurate defrosting method for frozen meat, poultry and fish up to 6.0 Ibs.

4.NUMBER PADS. Touch Number Pads to enter cooking time, power level, quantities, or weights.

5.COOK TIME. Touch this pad to set a cooking time.

6.CLOCK. Touch this pad to enter the time of day.

7.STOPICLEAR. Touch this pad to stop the oven or clear entries.

8.EXPRESS DEFROST.This pad provides you with the quick defrosting method for 1.0 pound frozen foods.

9.POWER. Touch this pad to set a cooking power.

10.ADD MINUTE. Touch this pad to cook at 100% cook power for 1 minute to 99 minute 59 seconds.

11.KITCHEN TIMER. Touch this pad to use your

microwave oven as a kitchen timer.

12.START. Touch this pad to start all entries (except the Quick Touch Sensor, Express Defrost, Auto Cook and Add Minute function which start automatically) and to turn Child Lock on or off.

Ovenproof Glass

???Glass treated for use in high-intensity heat

includes utility dishes, bread dishes, pie plates, cake

plates, liquid measuring cups, casseroles, and bowls without metallic trim.

China

???Bowls, cups, serving plates, and platterswithout metallictrim can be used in your oven.

Plastic

???When using plastic wrap as a cover, make sure that the dish is deep enough so the plastic wrap does not touch the food. As the food heats, it may melt the plastic wrap wherever the wrap touches the food.

???Place plastic wrap loosely over the top of the dish

and secure it by pressing the wrap to the sides of the dish.

???Vent by turning back one comer of the plastic wrap.

This will allow excess steam to escape.

???Use plastic dishes, cops, semi-rigid freezer containers, and plastic bags only for short time cooking. Use these with care because the plastic may soften from the heat of the food.

Paper

???Microwave-safe paper towels, waxed paper, paper napkins, and paper plates with no metallic trim or design can be used in your oven.

???Refer to the manufacturer's label for use of any paper product in the microwave oven.

Metal Utensil

???Metal shields food from microwave energy and produces uneven cooking. Avoid metal skewers, thermometers, or foil trays.

???Metal utensils can cause arcing, which is a discharge of electric current. Arcing can damage your microwave oven.

Metal Decoration

???Do not use metal-trimmed or metal-banded dinnerware, casserole dishes, etc.

Centura TM Tableware

???The Coming Company recommends that you

do not use Centura tableware and some Corelle TM closed-handle cups for microwave cooking,

Aluminum Foil

???Do not use large sheets of aluminum foil because they hinder cooking and may cause arcing.You may use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs and wings.

???Keep all aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the walls and door of the oven.

Wood

???Wooden bowls, boards, and baskets will dry out and may split or crack when you use them in the microwave oveR.

Tightly Closed Containers

???Tightly closed cookware can explode. Be sure

to leave an opening for steam to escape from covered cookware.

Brown Paper

???Do not use brown paper bags. They absorb heat and could burn.

Metal Twist Ties

???Always remove metal twist ties as they can become hot and cause a fire,

TIPS FOR MICROWAVE COOKING

BROWNING

Meat and poultrywith high fat contentthat are cooked for 10 or 15 minutesor longerwill brown lightly.Foods cooked a shortertime can be brushedwith a browning

agent, such as Worcestershiresauce, soy sauce, or barbecue sauce.

COVERING

A cover traps heat and steam and causes the food to cook more quickly. Use a lid or microwave-safe plastic wrap with one corner folded back to vent the excess steam. Lids on glass casseroles can become hot during cooking. Handle carefully. Waxed paper will prevent the food from splattering in the oven and help retain heat. When warming bread items, use waxed paper, napkins, or paper towels. To absorb extra

moisture, wrap sandwiches and fatty foods in paper towels.

SPACING

Arrange individual foods, such as baked potatoes, cupcakes, and hors d'oeuvres'in a circle and at least 1 inch apart. This will help the food cook more evenly.

STIRRING

Stirring blends flavors and redistributes the heat in foods. Always stir from the outside toward the center of the dish. Food at the outside of the dish heats first.

TURNING

Large foods, such as roasts and whole poultry, should be turned so that the top and bottomcook evenly.Also tum over chicken pieces and chops.

CLEANING

Wipe the oven inside and outside with a soft cloth and a mild detergent solution. Then rinse and wipe dry. This should be done weekly or more often, if needed. Never use cleaning powders or rough pads.

Excessive oil splatters on the inside top will be difficult to remove if left for many days. Wipe splatters with a

wet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken or bacon.

REMOVABLE PARTS

The turntable and turntable roller rest are removable. They should be hand-washed in warm (not hot) water with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Once they are clean, rinse well and dry with a soft cloth. Never use cleaning powders, steel wool, or rough pads.

ARRANGEMENT

Do not stack food. Arrange in a single layer in the dish for more even cooking. Because dense foods cook more slowly, place thicker portions of meat, poultry, fish, and vegetables toward the outside of the dish.

TESTING FOR DONENESS

Because foods cook quickly in a microwave oven, you need to test frequently for doneness.

STANDING TIME IN OVEN

Depending on density, food often needs to stand from

2 to 15 minutes either in or outside of oven after cooking power shuts off. Outside of oven, you usually need to cover food during standing time to retain heat.

Remove most foods when they are slightly undercooked and they will finish cooking during standing time. The internal temperature of food will rise about 10??F during standing time.

SHIELDING

To prevent some portions of rectangular or square dishes from overcooking, you may need to shield them with small strips of aluminum foil to block the microwaves. You can also cover poultry legs and wing tips with foil to keep them from overcooking. Always keep foil at least I inch from oven walls to prevent arcing.

PIERCING

Pierce the shell, skin, or membrane of foods before cooking to prevent them from bursting. Foods that require piercing include yolks and whites of eggs, hot dogs, clams, oysters, and whole vegetables, such as potatoes and squash.

???The glass tumtable may be cleaned at the sink. Be careful not to chip or scratch the edges as this may cause the turntable to break dudng use.

???The turntable roller rest should be cleaned regularly.

SPECIAL CARE

For best performance and safety, the inner door panel and the oven front frame should be free of food or

grease buildup. Wipe often with a mild detergent; then rinse and wipe dry. Never use cleaning powders or rough pads.

After cleaning the control panel, touch STOP/CLEAR to clear any entries that might have been entered accidentally while cleaning the panel.

CLOCK

Example: To set the clock for 10:30.

NOTE: This isa 12 hourdock.

KITCHEN TIMER

CHILD LOCK

You can use this safety feature to lock the control panel so that children cannot use the oven when

you do not want them to and when you are cleaning the oven.

To set CHILD LOCK:

(Time of day will display.)

2.START" Touch and

the display. (approximately 4 seconds)

To cancel CHILD LOCK:

Your microwave oven can be used as a kitchen timer. You can set up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.

3. _9:00

time counting down.

1. START _ Touch and hold until "L"

disappears from the

display.

(approximately 4 seconds)

Time of day.

ADD MINUTE

A time-saving pad, this simplified control lets you quicldy set and start microwave cooking at 100% power without the need to touch START.

Example: To cook for 2 minutes.

Twice Time counting down

and power 100

NOTE: If you touch ADD MINUTE, it will add 1 minute up to 99 min 59 seconds.

TIMED COOKING

This feature lets you program a specific cook time

and power. For best results, there are 10 power level settings in addition to HIGH power (100%). Refer to the "Microwave Power Level Table" on page 11 for more information.

NOTE: If you do not select a power level, the oven will automaticallycook at HIGH (100%) power.

Example: To cook for 5 minutes, 30 seconds at 80% power,

MULTI-STAGE COOKING

For best resulta, some recipes coil for different cook powers during different stages of a cook cycle. You con program your oven to switch from one power level to another for up to 3 stages.

Example: To set a 2--stage cook cycle.

4.8 tosetan 80%

5.cook time

8.5 to set an 50%

10.When the first stage is over, you will hear two

short tones as the oven begins the second cook stage.

MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS

Your microwave oven has 10 cook power levels to let you cook or heat a wide variety of foods. Refer to the table below for suggestions:

Microwave Power Level Table

??? Boiling water.

10 ??? Making candy.

(High) ??? Cooking poultry pieces, fish, & vegetables.

???Cooking tender cuts of meat.

???Whole poultry.

9 ??? Reheating rice, pasta, & vegetables.

8??? Reheating prepared foods quickly.

???Reheating sandwiches.

???Cooking egg, milk, & cheese dishes.

7??? Cooking cokes, breads.

???Melting chocolate.

???Cooking veal.

6??? Cooking whole fish.

??? Cooking puddings & custard.

5 ??? Cooking ham, whole poultry, & lamb.

??? Cooking rib roast, sidoin tip.

.........= ..............................................................

4??? Thawing meat, poultry, & seafood.

???Cooking less tender cuts of meat.

3??? Cooking pork chops, roast.

2??? Taking chill out of fruit.

??? Softening butter.

1??? Keeping casseroles & main dishes warm.

??? Softening butter & cream cheese.

.............t ...............................................................

0 ??? Standing time.

NOTE: You may program standing time as the final

stage in multi-stage cooking.

QUICK TOUCH COOKING

Use this function to cook food without entering a cook time or power. Refer to the Quick Touch Cook Table below for more information.

Example: To cook a 3.5oz. bag of microwave popcorn.

2.The oven will start automatically.

3.At the end of cooking time, 2 short tones and 1 long tone will sound.

"lime counting down.

End

1 long tone will sound.

AUTO DEFROST

Three defrost sequences are preset in the oven.

The auto defrost feature provides you with the best defrosting method for frozen foods. The cooking guide will show you which defrost sequence is recommended for the food you are defrosting.

For added convenience, the Auto Defrost includes a built-in beep mechanism that reminds

you to check, turn over, separate, or rearrange to get best defrost results. Throe different defrosting levels are provided.

1 MEAT

2POULTRY

3FISH

*Available weight is 0.1-6.0 Ibs.

Example: To defrost 1.2 Ibs of ground beef.

tone will sound.

EXPRESS DEFROST

This feature should be used only when you defrost pound of frozen ground beef.

Example: To defrost I Ib Ground beef.

NOTE:

When you touch the START pad, the display changes to defrost time count down. The oven will beep dudng the DEFROST cycle. At this time, open the door and turn, separate, or rearrange the food.

Remove any portions that have thawed. Return frozen portions to the oven and touch START to resume the defrost cycle.

OPERATING TIPS

???For best results, remove fish, shellfish, meat, and poultry from its original closed paper or plastic pack- age (wrapper). Otherwise, the wrap will hold steam and juice close to the foods, which can cause the outer surface of the foods to cook.

???For best results, shape your ground meat into the form of a doughnut before freezing. When defrosting, scrape off thawed meat when the beep sounds and continue defrosting.

???Place foods in a shallow container or on a microwave roasting rock to catch drippings.

???Food should still be somewhat icy in the center when removed from the oven.

AUTO DEFROST TABLE

Beef

Ground beef, Round steak, Cubes for stew, Tenderloin steak, Pot roast, Rib roast, Rump roast,

dEF I Chuck roast, Hamburger patty Lamb

MEAT Chops (1 inch thick), Rolled roast

Pork

Chops ( 1/2 inch thick), Hot dogs,

Spareribs, Country-style dbs.

Rolled roast, Sausage

Veal

Cutlets (1 lb., 1 /2 inch thick)

............... = ......................................................

Poultry

dEE 2 Whole (under 4 Ibs.), Cut-up, Breasts

(boneless)

POULTRY Cornish Hens

Whole

Turkey

Breast

......................=.............................................................

Fish

dE F 3 Fillets, Whole Steaks

Shellfish

FISH Crab meat, Lobster tails, Shdmp,

Scallops

WARNING: Do not use large sheets of aluminum and may cause arcing, You may use small pieces wings. Keep all aluminum foil at least 1 inch from

foil because they hinder cooking of foil to shield poultry legs and the walls and door of the oven,

COOKING TIPS

Meat

1.No special techniques are required. Meat should be prepared as with conventional cooking. Season if desired. Always thoroughly defrost meat before cooking.

2.Place the meat on a microwave roasting rack or microwave-proof plate and place on the turntable.

3.Cook according to the Meat Cooking Table (below). Use the longer time for large cuts of meats and the shorter time for small cuts of meats. For thicker chops, use the longer time.

4.Turn the meat once halfway through the cooking time.

5.Let stand for 5-10 minutes wrapped in foil after cooking. The standing time is very important as it completes the cooking process.

6.Make sure meat, especially pork, is thoroughly cooked before eating.

NOTE: The times listed above are only a guide. Allow for difference in individual tastes and preferences. The

times may also vary due to the shape, cut, and compo- sition of the food.

Poultry

1.No special techniques are required. Poultry should

be prepared as with conventional cooking. Season if desired.

2.Poultry should be thoroughly defrosted. Remove giblets and any metal clamps.

3.Prick the skin and brush lightly with vegetable oil unless the poultry is self-basting.

4.All poultry should be placed on a microwave roasting

rack or a microwave-proof plate and placed on the turntable.

5.Cook according to the instructions in the Poultry

Cooking Table below. Turn over halfway through the cooking time. Because of its shape, poultry has a tendency to cook unevenly, especially in very bony parts.Turning food over helps to cook these areas evenly.

6.Remove from oven,wrap in foil,and let stand for

5 -10 minutes before carving.The standing time is very important, since it completes the cooking process.

7.Make sure poultry is thoroughly cooked before eating. Whole poultry is completely cooked when the juices run clear from the inside thigh when it is pierced with a sharp knife. Poultry pieces should be pierced with a sharp knife through the thickest part to ensure that the juices are clear and the flesh is firm.

NOTES:

???The times listed above are only a guide. Allow for difference in individual tastes and preferences. The times may also vary due to the shape, cut, and composition of the food.

???If whole poultry is stuffed, the weight of the stuffed

bird should be used when calculating the cooking time.

Questions and Answers

Operation

Question

Why is the oven light not on dudng cooking?

Why does steam come out of the air exhaust vent?

Will the microwave oven be damaged if it operates empty?

Does m=crowave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door?

Why does a tone sound when a pad on the control panel is touched?

Can my microwave oven be damaged if food is cooked for too long?

When the oven is plugged into the wall outlet for the first time, and it might not work properly. What is wrong?

Answer

There may be several reasons why the oven light is not on. Have you:

???Set a cooking time?

???Touched START?

Steam is normally produced dudng cooking. The microwave oven has been designed to vent this steam.

Yes. Never operate the oven empty or without the glass turntable.

No. The metal screen bounces the energy back to the oven cavity.

The holes (or ports) allow only light to pass through. They do not let microwave energy pass through.

The tone tells you that the setting has been entered.

Like any other cooking appliance, it is possible to overcook food to the point that the food creates smoke and even possibly fire, and damage to the inside of the oven. It is always best to be near the oven while you are cooking.

The microcomputer controlling your oven may temporadly become scrambled and fail to function as programmed when you plug in for the first time or when power resumes after a power interruption. Unplug the oven from the 120 volt household outlet and then plug it back in to reset the microcomputer.

Why do I see light reflection around the outer case?

What are the vadous sounds I hear when the microwave oven is operating?

This light is from the oven light which is located between the oven cavity and the outer wall of the oven.

The clicking sound is caused by a mechanical switch turning the microwave oven'smagnetron ON and OFF.

The heavy hum and clunk is from the change in power the magnetron draws as it is turned ON and OFF by a mechanical switch.The change in blower speed is from the change in line voltage caused by the magnetran being turned ON and OFF.

Why are scrambled eggs sometimes a little dry after cooking?

Why do baked apples sometimes burst during cooking?

Eggs will dry out when they are overcooked, even if the same

recipe is used each time. The cooking time may need to be varied for one of these reasons:

???Eggs vary in size.

???Eggs are at room temperature one time and at refrigerator temperature another time.

???Eggs continue cooking during standing time.

The peel has not been removed from the top half of each apple to allow for expansion of the interior of the apple during cooking. As in conventional cooking methods, the interior of the apple expands during the cooking process.

Why do baked potatoes sometimes burn during cooking?

Why is a standing time recommended after microwave cooking time is over?

Why is additional time required for cooking food stored in the refrigerator?

If the cooking time is too long, fire could result. At the end of the

recommended cooking time, potatoes should be slightly firm. CAUTION: Do not overcook.

Standing time allows foods to continue cooking evenly for a few minutes after the actual microwave oven cooking cycle. The amount of standing time depends upon the density of the foods.

As in conventional cooking,the initial temperature of food affects total cooking time. You need more time to cook food taken out of a refrigerator than for food at room temperature.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

STATEMENT (U.S.A. ONLY)

WARNING:

This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in stdct accordance with the manufacturer's instruc- tions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with limits for ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television recep- tion, which can be determined by taming the equip- ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to cor- rect the interference by one or more of the following:

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE

Reodent the receiving antenna of the radio or televi- sion.

???Relocate the Microwave Oven with respect to the receiver.

???Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

???Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and the receiver are on dif- ferent branch circuits.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or "IV interference caused by unauthorized modifi- cation to this microwave oven. tt is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.