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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

Has a household fuse been blown or has the circuit 
breaker been tripped?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit.

Is the appliance wired properly?
See Installation Instructions provided with your microwave 
oven.

Oven will not operate

Is the door completely closed?
Firmly close door.

Is the electronic oven control set correctly?
See “Microwave Oven Control” section.

On some models, is the Child Lock set?
See “Child Lock” section.

Is the magnetron working properly?
Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of cold water for 2 minutes at 100% 
cooking power. If water does not heat, call for service. See 
“Assistance or Service” section.

Oven makes humming noise

This is normal and occurs when the transformer in the 
magnetron cycles on.

Oven door looks wavy

This is normal and will not affect performance.

Turntable will not operate

Is the turntable properly in place?
Make sure turntable is correct-side up and is sitting securely 
on the turntable support.

Is the turntable support operating properly?
Remove turntable. Remove and replace turntable support. 
Replace turntable. Put in 1 cup (250 mL) of water, then restart 
oven. If still not working, call for service. See “Assistance or 
Service” section. Do not operate the oven without turntable 
and turntable support working properly.

Turntable rotates both directions

This is normal and depends on motor rotation at beginning of 
cycle.

Display shows messages

Is the display showing “:”?
There has been a power failure or the clock time has been 
turned off. See “Display” section to clear display. See “Clock” 
section to reset the clock or to turn it on.

Is the display showing a letter followed by a number?
See “Display” section to clear. If it reappears, call for service. 
See “Assistance or Service” section.

Steam is coming from the vent grille

Some steam is normal.

Fan running slower than usual

The oven has been stored in a cold area. The fan will run 
slower until the oven warms up to normal room temperature.

Cooking times seem too long

Is the cooking power set properly?
See “Cooking Power” section.

Are large amounts of food being heated?
Larger amounts of food need longer cooking times.

Is the incoming voltage less than specified in “Microwave 
Oven Safety”?
Have a qualified electrician check the electrical system in the 
home.

Radio or TV Interference

Is the microwave oven plugged into the same outlet?
Try a different outlet.

Is the radio or TV receiver near the microwave oven?
Move the receiver away from the microwave oven, or adjust 
the radio or TV antenna.

Are the microwave oven door and sealing surfaces clean?
Make sure these areas are clean.

Summary of Contents for Estate TMH14XL

Page 1: ...ATION Use CareGuide For questions about features operation performance parts accessories or service call 1 800 253 1301 or visit our website at www estateappliances com Table of Contents 2 3828W5A2450 8184642 Model TMH14XL ...

Page 2: ...an 7 Cooktop Light 7 MICROWAVE OVEN USE 7 Food Characteristics 7 Cooking Guidelines 7 Cookware and Dinnerware 8 Aluminum Foil and Metal 8 Cooking Power 8 Cooking 9 Popcorn 9 Baked Potato 9 Cooking in Stages 10 Reheating 10 Defrosting 10 MICROWAVE OVEN CARE 11 General Cleaning 11 Replacing Filters 11 Replacing Cooktop Light 12 Replacing Microwave Oven Light 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 13 ASSISTANCE OR SERVI...

Page 3: ...s Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and sealed containers for example closed glass jars may explode and should not be heated in the microwave oven Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as described in this manual Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in the microwave oven This type of oven is specifically designed to heat cook or dry food It is not designed for industrial...

Page 4: ...urn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock Do not use paper products when appliance is operat ed in the PAN BROWN mode on models with this feature Do not store any materials other than manufacturer s recommended accessories in this oven when not in use Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal foil This will cause overheating of the oven Do not ...

Page 5: ...rounded 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 WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock...

Page 6: ...Minute pad Touching ADD A MINUTE during a cook cycle will add 1 minute of cook time at the current cook power Touching ADD A MINUTE when the microwave oven is not in use or after a cook cycle has ended will start the microwave oven for 1 minute of cook time at 100 cook power Clock This is a 12 hour clock and does not show a m or p m To Set Before setting make sure the microwave oven and Timer are ...

Page 7: ...se them to burst Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time FoodCharacteristics When microwave cooking the amount size and shape starting temperature composition and density of the food affect cooking results Amount of Food The more food heated at once the longer the cook time Check for doneness and add small increments of time if necessary Size and Shape Smaller pieces of food will cook more qu...

Page 8: ...bjects with gold or silver trim or a metallic glaze should not be used in the oven CookingPower 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 MATERIAL RECOMMENDATIONS Aluminum Foil Metal See Aluminum Foil and Metal section Brown...

Page 9: ...brand and fat content Popping time has been preset based on commercially packaged microwave popcorn To Use POPCORN 1 Touch POPCORN 2 Touch number pad 1 for 1 75 oz 50 g bag 2 for 3 0 oz 85 g bag or 3 for 3 5 oz 99 g bag 3 Touch START ENTER The display will count down the popping time When the popcorn cycle ends End will appear in the display 4 end of cycle tones will sound and then reminder tones ...

Page 10: ...can be used or the microwave oven can be manually set to defrost Food should be 0 F 18 C or colder at defrosting for optimal results How foods are stored can affect results Unwrap foods and remove lids from fruit juice before defrosting Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than deep blocks Separate food pieces as soon as possible during or at the end of cycle for more even defrosting Use sma...

Page 11: ...uice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in oven OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR Glass cleaner and paper towels or non abrasive plastic scrubbing pad Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge not directly on panel TURNTABLE Do not operate the microwave without the turntable in place Mild cleanser and scouring pad Dishwasher ReplacingFilters The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month The...

Page 12: ...a candelabra base 30 watt bulb It will automatically come on when the door is opened and when the microwave oven is operating See Assistance or Service section to reorder To Replace 1 Unplug microwave or disconnect power 2 Remove the two outer vent grille mounting screws located above the cover 3 Tip the grille forward then lift out to remove 4 Lift up the bulb cover 1 Bulb cover 5 Replace light C...

Page 13: ...ing call for service See Assistance or Service section Do not operate the oven without turntable and turntable support working properly Turntable rotates both directions This is normal and depends on motor rotation at beginning of cycle Display shows messages Is the display showing There has been a power failure or the clock time has been turned off See Display section to clear display See Clock s...

Page 14: ...ations on our full line of appliances Installation information Use and maintenance procedures Accessory and repair parts sales Specialized customer assistance Spanish speaking hearing impaired limited vision etc Referrals to local dealers repair parts distributors and service companies Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty s...

Page 15: ...15 Notes ...

Page 16: ...ABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you 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 de...

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