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Cooking

To Use:

1. Touch COOK TIME.

Touch number pads to enter cooking time.

2. Touch COOK POWER.

Touch number pad to enter power level, if other than 100%.

3. Touch START.

The display will count down the cook time.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and 
the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder 
tones.

4. Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or 

stop reminder tones.

The cook time and power may be changed after touching START 
without interrupting cooking.

To Change Cook Time: Touch COOK TIME. The countdown will 
freeze for a few seconds. Enter the new cook time and touch 
START or wait a few seconds for the countdown to resume.

To Change Cook Power: Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to 
scroll through the cook power levels. Touch START.

Sensor Cooking

A sensor in the microwave oven detects humidity released from 
the food and automatically sets a cooking time based on the 
selected pad.

Use the following chart as a guide for the food pads.

*Do not use regular paper bags or glassware. Listen for popping 

to slow to 1 pop every 1 or 2 seconds, then stop the cycle. Do 
not try to pop 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 Sensor Cooking:

Before using, make sure the microwave oven has been plugged 
in for at least 3 minutes, the room temperature is not above 95°F 
(35°C) and the outside of the container and microwave oven 
cavity are dry.

1. Touch one of the SENSOR food pads.

The microwave oven will automatically turn on. While the 
cooking time is being estimated, “SENSE” will appear in the 
display. Then the SENSOR set time counts down on the 
display, and “MAX” appears every 3 seconds.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and 
the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder 
tones.

2. Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or 

stop reminder tones.

The cook time (except POPCORN) can be changed for 
20 seconds after touching a pad.

To Change Cook Time: Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to 
scroll through “MORE,” “LESS” or “NORML” time.

Preset Cooking

Times and cooking power have been preset for specific 
microwavable foods. Use the following chart as a guide.

*Differences in the amount of fat, meat, thickness, and curing 

process affect results. Average is 16 slices per pound.

FOOD

SERVING SIZE

INSTRUCTIONS

Popcorn*

3.5 oz (100 g)
3 oz (85 g)
1.75 oz (50 g)

Pop only one package at a 
time.

Baked 
Potatoes

1-4 medium, 
10-13 oz
(283-369 g) each

Pierce each one several 
times with a fork. Place on 
turntable around edges, at 
least 1" (2.5 cm) apart. At 
the end of cooking, let stand 
5 minutes.

Fresh 
Vegetables

1-4 cups
(250 mL-1 L)

Moisten and place in 
microwavable container. 
Cover with plastic wrap and 
vent. Stir and let stand 
2-3 minutes.

Frozen 
Vegetables

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.

Frozen 
Entrée

10-20 oz
(283-567 g)

Remove from package. 
Loosen cover on three sides. 
If not in microwavable 
container, place on plate, 
cover with plastic wrap and 
vent.

Beverage

1 or 2  8-oz
(250 mL) cups

Do not cover. The diameter 
of the cup’s opening will 
affect how it heats. A smaller 
diameter opening may 
become hotter.

FOOD

PAD

QUANTITY/INSTRUCTIONS

Rice (sensor)

1

0.5-2 cups (125-500 mL)/
Use dish with loose-fitting lid. 
Let stand 5 minutes after 
cooking.

Canned Vegetables

2

1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/
Place in microwavable 
container. Cover with plastic 
wrap and vent.

Bacon*

3

1-6 slices, average thickness

Instant Cereal

4

1-4 servings/
Follow package directions. Use 
microwavable bowl with high 
sides.

French Toast, 
frozen

5

1-4 pieces/
Place on paper towel.

FOOD

SERVING SIZE

INSTRUCTIONS

Summary of Contents for MH2155XP

Page 1: ...INATION 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 8204918 4619 652 64131 Model MH2155XP ...

Page 2: ...Light 8 Demo Mode 8 MICROWAVE OVEN USE 8 Food Characteristics 8 Cooking Guidelines 8 Cookware and Dinnerware 9 Aluminum Foil and Metal 9 Cooking Power 9 Cooking 10 Sensor Cooking 10 Preset Cooking 10 Cooking in Stages 11 Reheating 11 Defrosting 11 Warm Hold 12 MICROWAVE OVEN CARE 12 General Cleaning 12 Replacing Filters 13 Replacing Cooktop Light 14 Replacing Microwave Oven Light 14 TROUBLESHOOTIN...

Page 3: ...Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and sealed containers for example closed glass jars are able to 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 indu...

Page 4: ...e overheating of the oven Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven when the microwave oven is in operation To reduce the risk of injury to persons 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 ...

Page 5: ...d connected appliances The microwave oven must be grounded 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 gr...

Page 6: ...t food container on rack touch the top or sides of the oven Do not place popcorn bags on rack Do not cook food directly on the rack Always use a microwave safe container The rack is designed specifically for this oven Do not attempt to use any other rack in this oven Clean rack supports often see General Cleaning section Damage to the oven could result due to soil buildup MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL Di...

Page 7: ...ntdown long tone Two tones Reminder repeat each minute after the end of cycle tones End of stage in multistage cooking Turn food during defrost cycle short tones Hidden feature has been entered or exited Three tones Invalid entry Four tones End of cycle To Turn Off On Valid Entry Tones Touch and hold the number pad 1 for 5 seconds until 2 tones sound Repeat to turn tones back on To Turn Off On All...

Page 8: ...t potatoes stand for 5 minutes They will finish cooking while standing Do not cook or reheat whole eggs inside the shell Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause 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 heat...

Page 9: ...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 Browning Dish Bottom must be at least 5 mm above the turntable Follow manufacturer s recommendations Ceramic Glass Glass Acceptable for use China Earthenware Follow manufacturer s recommendations Melam...

Page 10: ...e cycle ends END will appear in the display and the end of cycle tones will sound followed by reminder tones 2 Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones The cook time except POPCORN can be changed for 20 seconds after touching a pad To Change Cook Time Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to scroll through MORE LESS or NORML time PresetCooking Times and cooking power hav...

Page 11: ...new cook time and touch START or wait a few seconds for the countdown to resume To Change Cook Power Touch COOK POWER repeatedly to scroll through the cook power levels Touch START Reheating Times and cooking power have been preset for reheating specific foods Use the following chart as a guide To Use Reheat 1 Touch REHEAT 2 Touch number pad from chart or Touch REHEAT repeatedly to scroll through ...

Page 12: ...m Hold will cancel the function To Use Put hot cooked food in the oven Cover plates of food and foods that were cooked covered Pastries pies turnovers etc should remain uncovered 1 Touch WARM HOLD 2 Touch START WARM will appear on the display and the warm time will count down When the cycle ends END will appear in the display and the end of cycle tones will sound followed by reminder tones 3 Touch...

Page 13: ...eplace turntable immediately after cleaning Do not operate the microwave oven without the turntable in place Mild cleanser and scouring pad Dishwasher COOKING RACK Do not use abrasive cleansers or scrubbers Mild cleanser water and washcloth Do not place in dishwasher RACK SUPPORTS Clean often to avoid soil buildup Soil buildup may lead to arcing and cause damage to the oven Do not attempt to remov...

Page 14: ...the appliance wired properly See Installation Instructions Oven will not operate Is the door completely closed Firmly close door Is a spacer on some models attached to the inside of the door Remove spacer then 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 properl...

Page 15: ...serial number of your appliance This information will help us to better respond to your request If you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts we recommend that you use only FSP replacement parts FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new WHIRLPOOL appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your ...

Page 16: ...T BE LIABLE 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 Whirl...

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