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Cooking in Stages (or steps)
Manual cooking may be done in stages (or steps), up to 4 stages
total. The first stage may be programmed using any of the
manual controls. The stages may be reviewed at any time during
programming and/or cooking by touching “Review Steps” on the
touch screen.
NOTE: Manual Defrost can be programmed only as the 1st stage,
and is not available for subsequent stage programming.
To Cook in Stages:
1. Follow steps 1-3 in “Microwave Time/Power Cooking,”
or
follow steps 1-3 in “Time/Power Cooking.”
2. Touch “Add A Step” on the touch screen.
3. Select cook method, and follow screen prompts to program
the next stage.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program each additional stage.
5. Touch “Start” on the touch screen, or START control.
The display will show the cycling stage’s cook time and
cooking power, and will count down each stage in turn.
During the countdown, cook time and/or cooking power for
the cycling stage may be changed by touching “Adjust
Settings” on the touch screen, and following the prompts.
Each stage will immediately follow the previous stage, and
between cycle tones will sound when each new stage begins.
When the cycle ends, the end-of-cycle tones will sound,
followed by reminder tones.
6. Touch CANCEL control or open the door to stop reminder
tones. The display will return to the Main Menu after CANCEL
control is touched.
PROGRAMMED COOKING
Sensor Cooking
Some automatic cycles are sensor cycles. See “Cook Method
Chart.” No amounts need to be entered. A sensor in the oven
detects humidity released from the food as it heats, and adjusts
the cook time accordingly. The progress bar appears during
sensing (see “Progress Bar” section).
Many sensor cycles require the covering of foods. The provided
steamer vessel has a loose-fitting lid, which allows enough steam
to escape to be detected by the sensor. When covering foods
with plastic wrap, be sure to leave a large enough vent opening to
allow the steam to escape. If the door is opened during a sensor
cycle, sensing will stop and the program will be canceled.
NOTES:
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The oven should be plugged in for at least 2 minutes.
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The oven cavity and the exterior of the cooking container
should be dry.
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The room temperature should not exceed 95°F (35°C).
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For optimal performance, wait at least 30 minutes after grill
cooking before sensor cooking.
Preheating
Preheating of the Sizzle Pan is programmed in many automatic
cooking cycles. Preheating may be skipped after it has started by
touching “Skip Preheat” on the touch screen.
For optimum results, we recommend completing the preheating
phase of each cycle in which preheating is programmed.
Doneness
Doneness for food items may be adjusted for most automatic
cycles. Before starting a cycle, touch “Doneness” on the touch
screen, and adjust the doneness with “+” (more done) or “-” (less
done) controls. The “+” control adds to, and the “-” control
subtracts from the recommended default cook time.
The more done and less done settings in most foods for which
doneness may be adjusted are equal. That is, the same amount
of time may be added to or subtracted from the cycle. Some of
the Meat and Poultry cycle have only the more done settings.
Quick Touch Menu
The Quick Touch Menu is a shortcut to 11 common program
cycles. Unlike the Most Used menu, this list of preset cycles
cannot be updated. These programs are microwave-only cycles.
Menu programs
To Use Quick Touch Menu: Touch QUICK TOUCH MENU
control, and then follow the screen prompts.
Popcorn Sensor
Popcorn is a sensor function. The sensor determines the
appropriate popping time of commercially packaged
microwavable popcorn.
The sensor will determine accurate popping times for bag sizes:
3.5 oz (99 g), 3.0 oz (85 g) or 1.75 oz (50 g). For bag sizes not
listed in this section, follow package directions.
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Do not place bag on cooking rack or grill rack.
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Do not use regular paper bags or glassware.
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Pop only 1 package of popcorn at a time.
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Follow manufacturer’s instructions when using a microwave
popcorn popper.
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Listen for popping to slow to 1 pop every 1 to 2 seconds,
then stop the cycle. Do not try to pop unpopped kernels.
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Use fresh bags of popcorn for optimal results.
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Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content.
Baked Potato (sensor)
Canned Vegetable
Beverage
Fresh Vegetable (sensor)
Leftover Casserole
Frozen Vegetable (sensor)
Dinner Plate (sensor)
Spaghetti (sensor)
Frozen Entrée (sensor)
White Rice Instant (sensor)
Pizza Leftover