Kenmore 721.80042- Manuals

Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking. It also shows you the basics you need to know to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before youuse your oven. How your microwave oven works Magnetron Microwave ovens are safe. Micr...

Cookware guide Most heat resistant, nonmetalllc cookware Is safe for use In your microwave oven. However, to test cookware before using,follow these steps: 1. Place the empty cookware in the microwave oven. 2. Measure 1 cup {250ml) water in a glass measuring cup and place it in the oven beside the c...

Specifications Power Supply 120V AC, 60 Hz Rated Power Consumption 1500W Microwave Output *1000W Rated Current 14.0A Overall Dimensions(WxHxD) 29 15/16" X 16 Tig"x 15 11/16" Oven Cavity Dimensions(WxHxD) 21 S/ie" X 9 I/ 4 " X 14 i/g" Capacity of Oven Cavity 1.6 cu.ft *IEC 607...

Control panel features Your microwave oven control panel lets you select the desired cooking function quickly and easily. All you have to do is touch the necessary Command Pad, The following is a list of all the Command and Number Pads located on the control panel. For more information on these feat...

MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS Amount of food • If you increase or decrease the amount of food you prepare, the time it takes to cook that food will also change. For example, if you double a recipe, add a little more than half the original cooking time. Check for doneness and, if necessary, add more time in...

MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS (CONT.) Using aluminum foil (cont.) • Place the container in a glass bowl and add some water so that it covers the bottom of the container, not more than V4 in. (.64 cm) high. This ensures even heating of the container bottom. • Always remove the lid to avoid damage to the ove...

Using Your Microwave Oven This section gives you instructions for operating each function. Please read these instructions carefully. AUDIBLE SIGNALS Audible signals are available to guide you when setting and using your oven: • A programming tone will sound each time you touch a pad. • Seven tones s...

EXHAUST FAN The two pads on the bottom center of the control panel control the 5-speed exhaust fan. Example; To set exhaust fan speed to level 4. Touch: Display Shows: 1 . ® LEU EL I On/Off This shows the last level until you select the fan speed level. 2 . ^ / О Ю Ц LLK/LL 1 5 Speed Touch until Lev...

TURNTABLE ON/OFF TIMED COOKING For best cooking results, leave the turntable on.It can be turned off for large dishes. Touch: Display Shows: A Turntable T ■ On/Off Turntable On/Off nrr T/Tpai r urr !/ tnOLC nt\l T / T p n i r U l l 1 / t n O L C Press Turntable On/Off to turn the turntable on or off...

MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS For best results, some recipes call for different cook powers. The lower the cook power, the slower the cooking. Each number from 1 to 9 stands fora different percentage of full cook power. The following chart gives the percentage of cook power each number pad stands for, and ...

AUTO DEFROST Four defrost sequences are preset in the oven. The auto defrost feature provides you with the best defrosting method for frozen foods. The cooking guide will show you which defrost sequence is recommended for the food you are defrosting. For added convenience, the Auto Defrost includes ...

AUTO DEFROST TABLE Meat setting FOOD SETTING AT BEEP SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS BEEF Meat of irregular shape and large, fatty cuts of meat should have the narrow or fatty areas shielded with foil at the beginning of a defrost sequence. Ground Beef. Bulk MEAT Remove thawed portions with fork. Turn over. Re...

SOFTEN The oven uses low power to soften foods (butter. ice cream, cream cheese See the following table. , and frozen juice). Example: To soften a pint of ice cream. Touch: Display Shows: I. Soften CCt err mcMt t i rn n D llll / / tLftU t fU 1 2. 2 tre rocOfTi tLC LlXCnf ( rnt tru f Tn J tLIULfl i l...

Using Sensor Cooking SENSOR COOKING POTATO (EXAMPLE) SENSOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Sensor Cook allows you to cook most of your favorite foods without selecting cooking times and power levels. The oven automatically determines required cooking time for each food item. When the internal sensor detects...

SENSOR COOKING TABLE CATEGORY DIRECTION AMOUNT Dinner Plate Place foods to be heated on dinner plate or similar dish. Cover with plastic wrap and vent. After cooking, allow to stand for 3 minutes. 1-2 servings Frozen Entree Remove from outer display package. Slit cover. If not in microwave safe cont...

Caring for Your Microwave Oven To make sure your microwave oven looks good and works well for a long time, you should maintain it properly. For proper care, please follow these instructions carefully. For interior surfaces: Wash often with warm, sudsy water and a sponge or soft doth. Use only mild, ...

CARING FOR THE FILTERS The grease filters should be removed and cleaned often, at least once a month. NOTE: If your microwave hood combination is installed to recirculate air, the charcoal filter (Part No. 5230W1A011C) is available from Sears by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME. The charcoal filter cannot be...

CARING FOR THE FILTERS (CONT.) 5. Slide a new charcoal filter into place. The filter should rest at the angle shown. 6 . Slide the bottom of the vent grille into place. Push the top and slide right until it snaps into place. Replace the mounting screw. 7. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power. N...

REPLACING THE COOKTOP AND OVEN LIGHTS (CONT.) Bulb holder 4. Lift up the bulb holder. 5. Replace the bulb with a candelabra-base 30-watt bulb (Part No. 3B70067A) available from Sears by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME. 6 . Slide the bottom of the vent grille into place. Push the top and slide right until it...

Questions and Answers QUESTIONS ANSWERS Can 1 operate my microwave oven without the turntable or turn the turntable over to hold a large dish? No. If you remove or turn over the turntable, you will get poor cooking results. Dishes used in your oven must fit on the turntable. Can 1 use either metal o...

Troubleshooting Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. Check the lists below and on the next page before calling for assistance or service. If you still need help, call Sears Service at 1-800-4-MY-HOME® MICROWAVE OVEN DOES NOT WORK PRO...

TURNTABLE PROBLEM CAUSE The turntable will not turn. • The turntable is not correctly in place or the turntable could be in the turntable "OFF" mode. The glass plate should be correct-side up and sitting firmly on the center shaft. • The support is not operating correctly. Remove the turntab...

Sears Service Master Protection Agreement Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore® product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time. The Master Protection Agreement al...

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