Setting the Clock

When the oven is plugged in for the first time or when power resumes after a power interruption, the clock defaults to the 12-hour clock mode and 12H appears in the display. You can set the time of day or switch to the 24-hour clock mode.Press START/Enter to confirm the 12H clock display.To switch between the 12-hour and 24-hour clock modes, press Timer/Clock.Press the number keys to set the desired hour and minutes, and press START/Enter.To reset the clock, unplug and reconnect the power cord. Or press and hold Timer/Clock until 12H appears in the display (approximately 3 seconds).To keep the time of day from appearing in the display, press STOP/Clear after plugging in the oven.When the oven is not in use, the display turns off to save energy, unless the time of day is set to show in the display.

Child Lock

Use this safety feature to lock the control panel before cleaning the oven or to prevent children from unsupervised use of the oven.Press STOP/Clear.Press and hold STOP/Clear until Loc appears in the display (approximately 3 seconds).Press and hold STOP/Clear until Loc disappears in the display (approximately 3 seconds).If set, the time of day reappears in the display after 1 second.If the oven is locked, Loc appears in the display when any key is pressed.Unlock the oven to resume normal use.

Kitchen Timer

The Timer function serves as an extra kitchen timer. It chimes when the set time runs out. It does not start or stop cooking.Press Timer/Clock.Press the number keys to set the time (3, 0, and 0), and press START/Enter.The oven starts immediately and the time counts down in the display.Press Timer/Clock.When the time is over a melody sounds and End displays. Press STOP/Clear.

Weight Conversion

Most food weights are given in pounds and ounces. If using pounds, food weights must be entered into auto defrost in pounds and tenths of pounds (decimals). Use the following chart to help you convert food weights to decimals.1.6 oz. = 0.1 lb3.2 oz. = 0.2 lb4.8 oz. = 0.3 lb6.4 oz. = 0.4 lb8.0 oz. = 0.5 lb (1/2 lb)9.6 oz. = 0.6 lb11.2 oz. = 0.7 lb12.8 oz. = 0.8 lb14.4 oz. = 0.9 lb16.0 oz. = 1.0 lb

Microwave Power Levels

This microwave oven is equipped with 10 power levels to give you maximum flexibility and control over cooking. When operating at 100 - 80 % power levels for prolonged periods, the output power will be reduced gradually to help prevent the unit from electrically overheating.Power LevelUseP-HI (100 %)Boiling water.Browning ground beef.Making candy.Cooking whole poultry, poultry pieces, fish & vegetables.Cooking tender cuts of meat.P-90 (90%)Reheating rice, pasta & vegetables.P-80 (80%)Reheating prepared foods quickly.Reheating sandwiches.P-70Cooking egg, milk and cheese dishes.Cooking cakes and breads.Melting chocolate.P-60Cooking veal.Cooking whole fish.Cooking puddings and custard.P-50Cooking ham, whole poultry and lamb.Cooking rib roast and sirloin tip.P-40Thawing meat, poultry and seafood.P-30Cooking less tender cuts of meat.P-20Taking chill out of fruit.Softening butter.P-10Keeping casseroles and main dishes warm.Softening butter and cream cheese.P-00Standing time.