User Manual Microwave MODEL: WCM16100* 1. R EAD these instructions carefully before installing and operating the oven. Keep them for further reference. 2. Record in the space below the “SERIAL NO.” found on the nameplate on your oven and retain this information for future reference. SERIAL NO.: Please save sales receipt for warranty.
CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 3 A Special Note on Arcing 3 Addendum 3 Important Safety Instructions 4 Grounding Instructions 6 Utensil Guide for the Microwave 7 SET UP & USE Specifications 9 Installation Guide 9 Parts & Features 10 Control Panel 11 Operation Instructions 12 Quick Cook Settings 14 Cooking Techniques 15 CLEANING & CARE 16 TROUBLESHOOTING & WARRANTY Before You Call For Service 17 Customer Service
SAFETY INFORMATION DANGER DANGER - Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death WARNING WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death CAUTION CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY 1. Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy.
SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, and injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy: 1. Read all instructions before using the appliance. 2. Read carefully and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” on page 3. 3. This appliance must be grounded.
SAFETY INFORMATION 12. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars should be stirred or shaken and the temperature should be checked before serving in order to avoid burns. 13. Cooking utensils may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food. Pot holders may be needed to handle the utensil. 14. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance. 15. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.
SAFETY INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60 Hz, AC only, 15 amp. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only the oven be provided. The oven is equipped with a 3-wire cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded. This appliance must be grounded.
SAFETY INFORMATION UTENSIL GUIDE FOR THE MICROWAVE This section lists which utensils can be used in the microwave, which have limited use, and which should not be used in the microwave at all. CAN USE • Microwave browning dish: For browning the exterior of food such as steaks, chops, or pancakes. Follow the directions provided with your browning dish. • Microwaveable plastic wrap: For retaining steam. Leave a small opening for some steam to escape. Avoid placing it directly on the food.
SAFETY INFORMATION CAN USE • Wax paper: To prevent spattering. • Thermometers: Only those labelled “Microwave Safe” and follow all directions. Check the temperature of food in several places. Conventional thermometers may be used on microwaved food once the food has been removed from the oven. CAN NOT USE • Aluminium tray: May cause arcing. Avoid aluminium foil this may cause arcing. • Take-out carton with metal handle: May cause arcing. Transfer food to a microwave-safe container.
SET UP & USE SPECIFICATIONS • • • • • • • Power Consumption: 120V~60Hz, 1500W MWO Power: 1000W Operation Frequency: 2450MHz Outside Dimensions (H x W x D): 12 1/4 x 21 3/4 x 18 13/16 in. Oven Cavity Dimensions (H x W x D): 9 13/16 x 15 3/4 x 17 in. Oven Capacity: 1.6 cubic feet Net Weight: Approx. 37.97 lbs. INSTALLATION GUIDE 1. Make sure that all the packing materials are removed from the inside of the door. 2.
SET UP & USE PARTS & FEATURES Diagram for instructional purposes only. Design may vary by model number. Glass Tray Wave Guide Turntable Roller Door Safety Lock System Control Panel NOTE: Do not remove the mica plate covering the wave guide in the oven cavity.
SET UP & USE CONTROL PANEL • Display: Cooking time, power, indicators and present time are displayed. • Quick cook buttons: Instant settings to cook popular foods. See page 14 for setting. • Number pad (0-9): Touch to set times or weights. • Clock: Use to set the time of day or recall the time of day. • Reset: Use to clear all previous settings. • Power: Use to set power level. To check power level during cooking, touch POWER LEVEL pad.
SET UP & USE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS SIGNALS DURING OVEN SETTINGS SETTING A COOKING PROGRAM ONE SIGNAL: Oven accepts the entry. TWO SIGNALS: Oven does not accept the entry, check and try again. A. One-stage Cooking SETTING THE CLOCK 1. Touch CLOCK pad. 2. Use the number pad to enter the correct time. 1. Use the number pad to set a cooking time. You can set a cooking time from one second to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. 2.
SET UP & USE B. Two-stage Cooking Some recipes require different stages of cooking at different temperatures. 1. SET STAGE 1: Follow steps 1 and 2 in “One-stage Cooking”. DO NOT TOUCH START/ STOP. COOK BY WEIGHT 1. Touch COOK BY WEIGHT. 2. Enter the one digit code by touching the correct number pad. 3. Use the number pad to enter weight. 4. Touch START/STOP. 2. SET STAGE 2: Touch COOK then enter proper cooking time and (lower) power level. (Most 2-stage recipes use lower power for second stage.
SET UP & USE DEFROST BY WEIGHT 1. Touch DEFROST BY WEIGHT pad. 2. Use the number pad to enter weight. 3. Touch START/STOP pad. FROZEN FOOD, BAKED POTATO and BEVERAGE allow you to cook multiple amounts of the same food. Simply touch pad once and ENTER AMT appears in the display. Enter the amount of servings and start. NOTE: · Weight must be in pounds and ounces. Ounce weights less than 10 must be preceded by a 0.
SET UP & USE REHEAT 1. Touch REHEAT pad. 2. Touch START/STOP. NOTE: This setting lets you reheat a dinner plate of chilled leftovers with good results. POPCORN 1. Touch POPCORN. POPCORN automatically sets the cooking time for a 3.5 oz. bag of microwave popcorn. 2. Touch START/STOP. NOTE: · To change the preset POPCORN time: Touch POPCORN twice. ENTER TIME is displayed. Touch number pad to enter minutes and seconds. Touch START/STOP.
CLEANING AND CARE 1. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes together on closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergents apply with a sponge or soft cloth. 2. Turn off the oven and remove the power plug from the wall socket before cleaning. 3. Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls, wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if the oven gets very dirty.
TROUBLESHOOTING & WARRANTY BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE IF THE OVEN FAILS TO OPERATE: A) Check to make sure that the oven is plugged in securely. If it is not, remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and plug it in again securely. B) Check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker. If these seem to be operating properly, test the outlet with another appliance. C) Check to make sure the control panel is programmed correctly and the timer is set.
TROUBLESHOOTING & WARRANTY TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshoot your problem by using the chart below. If the microwave oven still does not work properly, contact W Appliance Co. customer service center or the nearest authorized service center. Customers must never troubleshoot internal components. Microwaves hold dangerous voltage (5000V) even after power is removed. Only a certified technician should attempt Microwave repair. TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Oven will not start A.
TROUBLESHOOTING & WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY Westinghouse brand is used under license. Any repair, replacement, or warranty service, and all questions about this product should be directed to W Appliance Co. at 1 (855) 855-0294 from the USA or Puerto Rico. W Appliance Co. warrants to the original purchaser that the product will be free from defects in material, parts and workmanship for the period designated for this product.
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