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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO 
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE 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 particularly 

important that the oven door close properly and that there 
is no damage to the:

(1) 

Door (bent),

(2) 

Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),

(3) 

Door seals and sealing surfaces. 

 

(d) 

The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone 

except properly qualified service personnel.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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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 or 
laboratory use.

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As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when 

used by children.

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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. 

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The microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified 

service personnel. Call an authorized service company for 
examination, repair, or adjustment.

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See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Microwave Oven 

Care” section.

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To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

– Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the microwave oven 

when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are 
placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.

– Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before 

placing bags in oven. 

– If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, 

turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off 
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. 

– Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave 

paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when 
not in use.

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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.

To reduce the risk of injury to persons:

– Do not overheat the liquid.

– Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.

– Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.

– After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave 

oven for a short time before removing the container.

– Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other 

utensil into the container.

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Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not 

be inserted in the microwave oven as they may create a 
fire or risk of electric shock.

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Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn 
off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of 
electric shock.

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Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking 
equipment.

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Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width 
of 36" (91.44 cm).

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Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not 
be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.

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Do not use paper products when appliance is operated 
in convection, combination, grill or “PAN BROWN” 
mode (on models with such features). 

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Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s 
recommended accessories, in this oven when not in 
use.

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Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave 
oven when the microwave oven is in operation.

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When flambeing foods under the hood, turn the fan on.

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Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive 
cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may 
damage the filter.

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Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave 
oven. 

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Do not store this microwave oven outdoors. Do not use 
the microwave oven near water - for example, near a 
kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming 
pool, or similar locations.

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Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

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Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

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

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Do not mount over a sink.

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Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with 
metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.

Summary of Contents for  WMH31017AW

Page 1: ...afety 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 All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean ...

Page 2: ...e 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 To reduce the risk of injur...

Page 3: ...nds until a confirmation tone sounds Repeat to turn back on programming tones To turn off all tones touch and hold number pad 2 for about 3 seconds until a confirmation tone sounds Repeat to turn back on all tones Demo Mode Activate to practice using the control without actually turning on the magnetron Touch and hold number pad 3 for about 3 seconds until a confirmation tone sounds and DEMO icon ...

Page 4: ...dges at least 1 2 5 cm apart Place a single potato to the side of the turntable not in the center Pizza reheat Touch PIZZA Enter number of slices 1 2 or 3 about 4 oz 113 g each then touch START control Microwave Oven Care General Cleaning IMPORTANT Before cleaning make sure all controls are off and the microwave oven is cool Always follow label instructions on cleaning products To avoid damage to ...

Page 5: ...rntable alternates rotation directions This is normal and depends on motor rotation at the beginning of the cycle Display shows messages A flashing or PF means there has been a power failure Reset the clock A letter followed by a number is an error indicator Call for assistance Fan running during cooktop usage This is normal The microwave oven s cooling fan on some models which is separate from th...

Page 6: ...ice if your major appliance is located in a remote area where service by an authorized Whirlpool servicer is not available 10 The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions 11 Major appliances with original model serial numbers that have been removed altered or cannot b...

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