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MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL

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. Touch CANCEL and reset the clock if needed.

If “RETRY” blinks in the display for 1 second, an invalid value has 
been entered. Retry your entry.

When the microwave oven is in use, the display shows cooking 
power, quantities, weights and/or prompts. When the microwave 
oven is not in use, the display shows the time of day or Timer 
countdown.

Start/Add 30 Seconds

The START control shares function with the Add 30 Seconds 
feature. The START pad will start any function. If not touched 
within 5 seconds after touching a pad, “START?” will appear on 
the display as a reminder. If not touched within 5 minutes after 
touching a pad, the display will return to the time of day mode 
and the programmed function will be canceled.

If cooking is interrupted, touching the START will resume the 
preset cycle.

The ADD 30 SEC. control starts the oven at 100% power for 
30 seconds, and adds 30 seconds of cook time with each 
additional touch of the control. Once cooking begins, cook power 
or cook time may be changed manually by touching the 
appropriate display area and entering the new setting.

Easy Minute Feature

The numerical pads 1-5 share function with the Easy Minute 
controls. When one of these controls is touched (while no 
function is operating), the oven will begin cooking at high power 
for 1-5 minutes, depending on which pad is touched. After 
cooking begins, the Easy Minute controls return to their normal 
numerical pad function.

Cancel

The CANCEL pad stops most functions except for the Timer, 
Child Lock and Demo Mode.

The microwave oven will also turn off when the door is opened. 
Close the door and touch START control to resume the cycle. A 
sensor cooking cycle may not be resumed if interrupted by 
opening the door.

Clock

This is a standard 12-hour clock (12:00-11:59) and does not 
show a.m. or p.m.

To Set:

The microwave oven and timer must be off.

1. Touch CLOCK.

2. Touch the number pads to set the time of day.

3. Touch CLOCK or START.

To Remove:

1. Touch CLOCK.

2. Touch 0.

3. Touch CLOCK.

The time will disappear, and “:” will appear on the display.

1 2 3

SENSOR

ENTER

AUTO

COOK

REHEAT

TIMER

DEFROST

SIM

QTY TURN TABLE OFF LBS OZ

POWER

START?

Summary of Contents for GH4184XS

Page 1: ...OD COMBINATION Use CareGuide 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 8206416 Model GH4184XS ...

Page 2: ...EN USE 8 Food Characteristics 8 Cooking Guidelines 8 Cookware and Dinnerware 9 Aluminum Foil and Metal 9 Microwave Cooking Power 10 Manual Cooking 10 Cooking in Stages 10 Beverage 11 System Cooking 11 Preset Cooking 12 Reheating 12 Defrosting 13 Kids Menu 14 Simmer Cooking and Steaming 14 Warm Hold 15 MICROWAVE OVEN CARE 16 General Cleaning 16 Replacing Filters 17 Replacing Cooktop Light 17 Replac...

Page 3: ... or dry food It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children Do not operate the microwave oven if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped The microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Call an authorized service company for examination r...

Page 4: ...ENERGY a Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks b Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces c Do not operate the oven if it is damaged It is particula...

Page 5: ...ooking 2 or more containers at the same time Insert the rack securely into the rack supports on the side walls of the microwave oven See Assistance or Service section to reorder rack When not using the rack for cooking remove it from the microwave oven Damage to the microwave oven could result if someone unintentionally turns it on Rack will become hot Always use oven mitts or pot holders when han...

Page 6: ... seconds and adds 30 seconds of cook time with each additional touch of the control Once cooking begins cook power or cook time may be changed manually by touching the appropriate display area and entering the new setting EasyMinuteFeature The numerical pads 1 5 share function with the Easy Minute controls When one of these controls is touched while no function is operating the oven will begin coo...

Page 7: ...TIMER SET OFF at any time to cancel the Timer The length of time can be changed during the countdown by repeating the above steps ControlLock The Control Lock shuts down the control panel pads to prevent unintended use of the microwave oven When the control is locked only the Vent Fan and Light pads will function To Lock Unlock Control The microwave oven and Timer must be off Touch and hold CANCEL...

Page 8: ...food will cook more quickly than larger pieces and uniformly shaped foods cook more evenly than irregularly shaped food Starting Temperature Room temperature foods will heat faster than refrigerated foods and refrigerated foods will heat faster than frozen foods Composition and Density Foods high in fat and sugar will reach a higher temperature and will heat faster than other foods Heavy dense foo...

Page 9: ...al to touch the inside cavity walls ceiling or floor Always use the turntable Do not allow contact with another metal object during cooking Do Not Use Metal cookware and bakeware gold silver pewter non approved meat thermometers skewers twist ties foil liners such as sandwich wrappers staples and objects with gold or silver trim or a metallic glaze should not be used in the microwave oven MATERIAL...

Page 10: ... display will count down each of the cook times A 1 2 and 3 will appear on the display during their respective stages When the cycle ends END will appear in the display and the end of cycle tones will sound followed by reminder tones 6 Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones The cook time and cooking power of the cycling stage can be changed after touching STA...

Page 11: ...p unpopped kernels Use fresh bags of popcorn for optimal results Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content If using a microwave popcorn popper follow manufacturer s instructions To Use the 6th SENSE System Before using make sure the microwave oven has been plugged in for at least 2 minutes the room temperature is not above 95 F 35 C and the outside of the container and microwave oven cavit...

Page 12: ... tbs 30 60 mL water Cover with plastic wrap and vent Stir and let stand 2 3 minutes after cooking Frozen Vegetables 3 1 4 cups 250 mL 1 L Remove from package Place in microwavable container Cover with plastic wrap and vent Stir and let stand 2 3 minutes after cooking Rice 4 0 5 1 0 1 5 or 2 0 cups 125 250 375 or 500 mL dry rice medium or long grain Follow ingredient measurements on the package Pla...

Page 13: ... possible during or at the end of cycle for more even defrosting Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such as chicken wings leg tips and fish tails See Aluminum Foil and Metal first The automatic Defrost control 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 Use the following chart ...

Page 14: ... large amount of steam released will disrupt sensor settings To Simmer 1 Place container of liquid and or food covered on the turntable then close the door 2 Touch STEAM SIMMER 3 Enter simmer time See Simmer Chart for instructions 4 Touch START BOIL will appear on the display When water begins to boil the display will count down the simmer time When the cycle ends END will appear in the display an...

Page 15: ... time 6 Touch START BOIL will appear in the display When water begins to boil the display will count down the steam time When the cycle ends END will appear in the display and the end of cycle tones will sound followed by reminder tones 7 Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones WarmHold Hot cooked food can be kept warm in the microwave oven Warm Hold can be us...

Page 16: ...EN DOOR AND EXTERIOR The area where the microwave oven door and frame touch when closed should be kept clean Mild nonabrasive soaps and detergents Rinse with clean water and dry with soft lint free cloth Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad Apply glass cleaner to towel not directly to surface Stainless Steel on some models Do not use soap filled scouring pads abrasiv...

Page 17: ...k and into place so that it rests at an inclined angle about 45 5 Align the bottom of the vent grille into position then push the top back until it snaps into place ReplacingCooktopLight The cooktop light is a candelabra base bulb See Assistance or Service section to reorder To Replace 1 Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power 2 Remove the bulb cover mounting screw A Mounting screw 3 Replace lig...

Page 18: ...roperly Turntable alternates rotation directions This is normal and depends on motor rotation at the beginning of the 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 secti...

Page 19: ...tomer 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 service anywhere in the United States To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area you can also look in your telephone direc...

Page 20: ...chased 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 WHIRLPOOL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO...

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