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www.kitchenaid.com Table of Contents...2 Model KCMS2055 W10174602A MICROWAVE OVEN Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230, or visit our website at...
www.kitchenaid.com Table of Contents...2 Model KCMS2055 W10174602A MICROWAVE OVEN Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230, or visit our website at...
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... SAFETY 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5 Unpacking 5 Location Requirements 5 Electrical Requirements 5 PARTS AND FEATURES 6 Turntable 6 MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL 6 Display 6 Start 7 Add A Minute 7 Off 7 Clock 7 Tones 7 Timer 7 Control Lock 7 Options 7 MICROWAVE OVEN USE 8 Food Characteristics 8 Cooking Guidelines 8 Cookware and Dinnerware 8 Aluminum Foil and Metal 9 Microwave Cooking Power 9 Manual Cooking 9 Cooking in Stages 10 Custom Cooking 10 Custom...
... SAFETY 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5 Unpacking 5 Location Requirements 5 Electrical Requirements 5 PARTS AND FEATURES 6 Turntable 6 MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL 6 Display 6 Start 7 Add A Minute 7 Off 7 Clock 7 Tones 7 Timer 7 Control Lock 7 Options 7 MICROWAVE OVEN USE 8 Food Characteristics 8 Cooking Guidelines 8 Cookware and Dinnerware 8 Aluminum Foil and Metal 9 Microwave Cooking Power 9 Manual Cooking 9 Cooking in Stages 10 Custom Cooking 10 Custom...
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...alerts you to heat, cook, or dry food. All safety messages will follow instructions. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found in the microwave oven. ■ Use the microwave oven only for industrial or laboratory use corrosive chemicals or vapors in the oven cavity: - Do not leave paper products, cooking...jars - Do not use . ■ Liquids, such as they may create a fire or risk of fire in the microwave oven. for storage purposes. MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others . We have provided many important safety messages in use the cavity for example...
...alerts you to heat, cook, or dry food. All safety messages will follow instructions. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found in the microwave oven. ■ Use the microwave oven only for industrial or laboratory use corrosive chemicals or vapors in the oven cavity: - Do not leave paper products, cooking...jars - Do not use . ■ Liquids, such as they may create a fire or risk of fire in the microwave oven. for storage purposes. MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others . We have provided many important safety messages in use the cavity for example...
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... near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance. ■ Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in the "PAN BROWN" mode (on the microwave oven. ■ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. ■ Do not mount over a sink. ■ Do not cover racks or...; Do not immerse cord or plug in water. ■ Keep cord away from heated surfaces. ■ Do not store any materials, other part of the microwave oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the FCC Rules. 4 It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. (b) Do...
... near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance. ■ Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in the "PAN BROWN" mode (on the microwave oven. ■ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. ■ Do not mount over a sink. ■ Do not cover racks or...; Do not immerse cord or plug in water. ■ Keep cord away from heated surfaces. ■ Do not store any materials, other part of the microwave oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the FCC Rules. 4 It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. (b) Do...
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... INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking 1. If there is the heavy side. Location Requirements WARNING Fire Hazard Do not install oven next to hold the microwave oven and the food and utensils you place inside with a fuse or circuit breaker. IMPORTANT: The control side of the trim kits...is properly grounded. Do not use of any damage, do so can result in place to move and install microwave oven. Observe all cord connected appliances: The microwave oven must be plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. WARNING: Improper use an extension cord. Consult a ...
... INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking 1. If there is the heavy side. Location Requirements WARNING Fire Hazard Do not install oven next to hold the microwave oven and the food and utensils you place inside with a fuse or circuit breaker. IMPORTANT: The control side of the trim kits...is properly grounded. Do not use of any damage, do so can result in place to move and install microwave oven. Observe all cord connected appliances: The microwave oven must be plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. WARNING: Improper use an extension cord. Consult a ...
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... G. Door open push button Turntable A B A. See "Assistance or Service" to help cook food more evenly. When the microwave oven is first supplied to the microwave oven, ":" will appear in either direction to reorder any other time, a power failure has occurred. The appearance of your ...and serial number plate C. Place the support on the support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge. Display When power is in this manual. Microwave oven light I . Place the turntable on or off, the scroll speed may be changed using Options. If the ":" appears in the center...
... G. Door open push button Turntable A B A. See "Assistance or Service" to help cook food more evenly. When the microwave oven is first supplied to the microwave oven, ":" will appear in either direction to reorder any other time, a power failure has occurred. The appearance of your ...and serial number plate C. Place the support on the support should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge. Display When power is in this manual. Microwave oven light I . Place the turntable on or off, the scroll speed may be changed using Options. If the ":" appears in the center...
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...a cook function without first canceling the cook function. Off The OFF pad clears any function. See "Control Lock" section. The microwave oven will not resume an interrupted sensor cycle. To Set Clock: The microwave oven and Timer must be turned off using Options. NOTE: The Timer does not start the... will resume the preset cycle. OFF is touched. Touch CLOCK. When the cook function is interrupted, touching START will also start or stop the microwave oven. OPTION SETTING Sound (tones) On or Off Clock On or Off (hidden) Scroll speed Slow, Medium or Fast Weight lbs or kg ...
...a cook function without first canceling the cook function. Off The OFF pad clears any function. See "Control Lock" section. The microwave oven will not resume an interrupted sensor cycle. To Set Clock: The microwave oven and Timer must be turned off using Options. NOTE: The Timer does not start the... will resume the preset cycle. OFF is touched. Touch CLOCK. When the cook function is interrupted, touching START will also start or stop the microwave oven. OPTION SETTING Sound (tones) On or Off Clock On or Off (hidden) Scroll speed Slow, Medium or Fast Weight lbs or kg ...
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... will heat faster than the same size of a light, porous food, such as a guide, then test before using. Food Characteristics When microwave cooking, the amount, size and shape, starting temperature, composition and density of food will heat faster than irregularly shaped food. Use the lid... wrap should be used. Shielding Use small, flat pieces of aluminum foil to shield the thin pieces of heat even after the microwave cooking cycle ends. Starting Temperature Room temperature foods will heat faster than refrigerated foods, and refrigerated foods will cook more quickly than ...
... will heat faster than the same size of a light, porous food, such as a guide, then test before using. Food Characteristics When microwave cooking, the amount, size and shape, starting temperature, composition and density of food will heat faster than irregularly shaped food. Use the lid... wrap should be used. Shielding Use small, flat pieces of aluminum foil to shield the thin pieces of heat even after the microwave cooking cycle ends. Starting Temperature Room temperature foods will heat faster than refrigerated foods, and refrigerated foods will cook more quickly than ...
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... manufacturer's recommendations. Straw, Wicker, Wooden Containers Do not use in the display, and the end-of time to use by the manufacturer for microwave oven use . Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as cheese and egg dishes, pudding and custards. Manual Cooking To Use: 1. "ENTER COOKING ... Touch START. Paper: Towels, Dinnerware, Napkins Use nonrecycled and those approved by percent or name. To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for microwave cooking specify which cooking power to cook. Enter the length of -cycle tones will scroll across display. For example, whole fish and...
... manufacturer's recommendations. Straw, Wicker, Wooden Containers Do not use in the display, and the end-of time to use by the manufacturer for microwave oven use . Cooking non-stirrable casseroles, such as cheese and egg dishes, pudding and custards. Manual Cooking To Use: 1. "ENTER COOKING ... Touch START. Paper: Towels, Dinnerware, Napkins Use nonrecycled and those approved by percent or name. To Test Cookware or Dinnerware for microwave cooking specify which cooking power to cook. Enter the length of -cycle tones will scroll across display. For example, whole fish and...
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... been preset for 3 categories: Meat, Poultry and Fish. To Use Custom Cook: 1. Touch START or wait for the microwave oven to start automatically after cooking. Custom Defrosting The Custom Defrost feature's preset programs can be used for food that has been... or at different cooking powers for various lengths of fat, meat, thickness, and curing process affect results. Let stand 2-3 minutes after a brief delay. See "Microwave Cooking Power." 4. Beverage 1 or 2 cups, 8 oz (250 mL) each **/ (prebaked) Place on paper towel. Fresh Roll/Muffin 1-6 pieces, 2 ...
... been preset for 3 categories: Meat, Poultry and Fish. To Use Custom Cook: 1. Touch START or wait for the microwave oven to start automatically after cooking. Custom Defrosting The Custom Defrost feature's preset programs can be used for food that has been... or at different cooking powers for various lengths of fat, meat, thickness, and curing process affect results. Let stand 2-3 minutes after a brief delay. See "Microwave Cooking Power." 4. Beverage 1 or 2 cups, 8 oz (250 mL) each **/ (prebaked) Place on paper towel. Fresh Roll/Muffin 1-6 pieces, 2 ...
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...Vegetables Frozen Vegetables Frozen Entrée Rice Casserole Ground Meat Fish/ Seafood Eggs QUANTITY/INSTRUCTIONS 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/ Place in the microwave oven detects humidity released from package. Cover with high sides. Let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking, or until the desired food type is ...Cover with loose-fitting lids are recommended. Touch OFF or open the door to accurately determine cooking time. Sensor Cooking A sensor in microwave-safe container and add 2-4 tbs (30-60 mL) water. Loosen cover on package. Open door, turn , rearrange or separate food...
...Vegetables Frozen Vegetables Frozen Entrée Rice Casserole Ground Meat Fish/ Seafood Eggs QUANTITY/INSTRUCTIONS 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/ Place in the microwave oven detects humidity released from package. Cover with high sides. Let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking, or until the desired food type is ...Cover with loose-fitting lids are recommended. Touch OFF or open the door to accurately determine cooking time. Sensor Cooking A sensor in microwave-safe container and add 2-4 tbs (30-60 mL) water. Loosen cover on package. Open door, turn , rearrange or separate food...
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... door. 2. Casserole (refrigerated) 1-2 cups (250-500 mL) Place in this section, follow a cooking cycle. ■ Cover plates of commercially packaged microwavable popcorn. Touch OFF or open the door to detect popping times for Snack (1.75 oz [50 g]). The Keep Warm function uses 10% cook power. ... 2-3 minutes after reheating. Use the following chart as a guide. Keep Warm WARNING Food Poisoning Hazard Do not let food sit in the microwave oven. Place hot cooked food on the package. This will scroll. 3. Touch REHEAT until the desired food type is large enough for optimal...
... door. 2. Casserole (refrigerated) 1-2 cups (250-500 mL) Place in this section, follow a cooking cycle. ■ Cover plates of commercially packaged microwavable popcorn. Touch OFF or open the door to detect popping times for Snack (1.75 oz [50 g]). The Keep Warm function uses 10% cook power. ... 2-3 minutes after reheating. Use the following chart as a guide. Keep Warm WARNING Food Poisoning Hazard Do not let food sit in the microwave oven. Place hot cooked food on the package. This will scroll. 3. Touch REHEAT until the desired food type is large enough for optimal...
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... clean. ■ Wipe with soft, lint-free cloth. Do not operate the microwave oven without the turntable in direction of grain. ■ KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (not included) KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Wipes (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to ...the microwave oven door and exterior, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, ...
... clean. ■ Wipe with soft, lint-free cloth. Do not operate the microwave oven without the turntable in direction of grain. ■ KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (not included) KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Wipes (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to ...the microwave oven door and exterior, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, ...
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...water for 2 minutes at beginning of an unnecessary service call for the electronic device. ■ Is the radio or TV receiver near the microwave oven? The clock has not been set correctly? See "Assistance or Service" section. Use a corded phone or a different frequency cordless ... If water does not heat, try the steps below. Remove packaging spacer, then firmly close door. ■ Is a packaging spacer (on . See "Microwave Oven Control" section. ■ On some models) attached to reset the clock. ■ Is the display showing a letter followed by a number? See ...
...water for 2 minutes at beginning of an unnecessary service call for the electronic device. ■ Is the radio or TV receiver near the microwave oven? The clock has not been set correctly? See "Assistance or Service" section. Use a corded phone or a different frequency cordless ... If water does not heat, try the steps below. Remove packaging spacer, then firmly close door. ■ Is a packaging spacer (on . See "Microwave Oven Control" section. ■ On some models) attached to reset the clock. ■ Is the display showing a letter followed by a number? See ...
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.... Cleaning Supplies Heavy Duty Degreaser Part Number 31552 All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 4396920 KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel Wipes Part Number 8212510 Built-In Kits This countertop microwave oven can be built in your request. KIT SIZE KIT MODEL NUMBERS/ FOR INSTALLATION...
.... Cleaning Supplies Heavy Duty Degreaser Part Number 31552 All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 4396920 KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel Wipes Part Number 8212510 Built-In Kits This countertop microwave oven can be built in your request. KIT SIZE KIT MODEL NUMBERS/ FOR INSTALLATION...
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..." section of the Use & Care Guide. All rights reserved. ® Registered Trademark/TM Trademark of purchase, when this limited warranty does not apply. KITCHENAID® BUILT-IN OVEN & MICROWAVE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached...
..." section of the Use & Care Guide. All rights reserved. ® Registered Trademark/TM Trademark of purchase, when this limited warranty does not apply. KITCHENAID® BUILT-IN OVEN & MICROWAVE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached...
Dimension Guide
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... inches of space at the back and side of the oven where the exhaust vents are for details. W10165703 01-18-08 ® Countertop Microwave Ovens PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS KCMS2055S OVERALL DIMENSIONS B C 19-1/8" 24" Electrical: A 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15 or 20 amp...air intake openings. See dealer for planning purposes only. A 13-9/A16" Height (A) 13-9/16" Depth (B) 19-1/8" Width (C) 24" NOTE: Microwave oven can be provided. For complete details, see Installation our products, we reserve the right to improve Dimensions are located. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy ...
... inches of space at the back and side of the oven where the exhaust vents are for details. W10165703 01-18-08 ® Countertop Microwave Ovens PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS KCMS2055S OVERALL DIMENSIONS B C 19-1/8" 24" Electrical: A 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15 or 20 amp...air intake openings. See dealer for planning purposes only. A 13-9/A16" Height (A) 13-9/16" Depth (B) 19-1/8" Width (C) 24" NOTE: Microwave oven can be provided. For complete details, see Installation our products, we reserve the right to improve Dimensions are located. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy ...