Using the Sensor Functions

This microwave oven has sensor features for convenient operation of the microwave. Select the type of food to cook, reheat, or defrost popular food items automatically using preprogrammed settings. The sensor system works by detecting built up steam.Make sure the door remains closed.Opening the door or pressing the STOP/Clear button before the steam is detected will stop the process and the oven.Appropriate containers and coverings help assure good sensor cooking results.Always use microwavable containers and cover them loosely with lids or vented plastic wrap.Never use tight-sealing plastic covers. They can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.Match the amount to the size of the container.Fill containers at least half full for best results.Be sure the outside of the cooking container and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.

Sensor Cook Mode

Sensor Cook allows you to cook some of your favorite foods without having to select cooking times and power levels. The oven automatically adjusts cooking times for many food items.Press STOP/Clear. Press Sensor Cook.Use the number keys or press Sensor Cook to enter the desired menu code from the Sensor Cook Menu.Press START/Enter.Refer to the information below to set the desired code and weight.Place bacon slices on a microwave bacon rack. Or use a dinner plate lined with paper towels.Place in a microwaveable bowl or casserole. Add water and cover with vented plastic wrap. 1-2 cups: add 2 tbsp water.3-4 cups: add 4 tbsp water.Standing time: 3 minutesRemove from outer display package. Slit cover. If not in microwave-safe container, place on a microwaveable plate and cover with vented plastic wrap. Standing time: 3 minutesPlace in a microwaveable bowl or casserole. Add water and cover with vented plastic wrap. 1-2 cups: add 2 tbsp water.3-4 cups: add 4 tbsp water.Standing time: 3 minutesCombine water or milk, salt and oats in large microwave-safe bowl. Cover with vented plastic wrap. 1 serving: 0.5 cup (40 g) oats, 1 cup (230 g) water or milk, dash of salt.2 servings: 1 cup (80 g) oats, 1.5 cup (345 g) water or milk, 1/8 tsp salt.Standing time: 3 minutesPierce skin with a fork and place on paper towel. Do not cover. Standing time: 5 minutesUse a large, deep microwave-safe bowl (3 qt./3 L).Combine 1 part rice to 2 parts water. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Standing time: 5 - 10 minutes.

Sensor Reheat Mode

This feature reheats single servings of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers.Press STOP/Clear. Press Sensor Reheat.Use the number keys or press Sensor Reheat to enter the desired menu code from the Sensor Reheat Menu. Press START/Enter.Do not use recycled paper products in the microwave oven. They sometimes contain impurities that cause arcing and sparking.Refer to the information below to set the desired code and weight.Use a mug or microwave-safe cup. Do not cover. Stir after reheating. (Be careful! The beverage will be very hot. Sometimes liquids heated in cylindrical containers will splash out unexpectedly when the cup is moved.)Place food in a bowl or casserole or on a plate. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Standing time: 3 minutesPlace food in a bowl or casserole or on a plate. Cover with vented plastic wrap.Standing time: 3 minutesCut leftover pie into pieces. Place food on a microwave-safe dish. Place on paper towel on a microwave safe plate.This is a reheat function for leftover pizza. Do not use to cook pizza.

Popcorn Mode

Prepare microwave popcorn simply and easily, one bag at a time.Sensor Popcorn only uses HI (100%) power.The popping time counts down in the display.When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and End appears in the display. The oven turns off automatically.Place one bag only (50 - 100g) of prepackaged microwave popcorn on a microwave-safe / oven-safe dish on the turntable. The package should be at room temperature.Press STOP/Clear.Press Popcorn and press START/Enter. Never use a brown paper bag for popping corn or attempt to pop leftover kernels.Do not pop popcorn, except in a microwave-safe container or commercial packages designed for microwave ovens.Never try to pop popcorn in a paper bag that is not microwave-approved.Overcooking may result in the popcorn being burnt and smoking badly.Do not repop unpopped kernels in the microwave.Do not reuse popcorn bags. Overcooking can result in an oven fire.Listen while corn pops. Stop oven when popping slows to 2-3 seconds between pops.Do not leave microwave unattended while popping corn.Follow directions on bag.When popping prepackaged popcorn, place the bag carefully in the oven so it does not touch the walls as it rotates. Fold the ends of the bag up and toward the center of the bag.If popcorn bag size is not known, follow manufacturer’s instructions and do not use this feature.Do not use Popcorn button in combination with any other feature buttons.Do not attempt to reheat or cook any unpopped kernels.Prepare only one bag at a time.Do not use popcorn popping devices in microwave oven with this feature.Refer to the information below to set the desired code and weight.Pop only one package at a time. For best results, use a fresh bag of popcorn. Place a bag of prepackaged microwave popcorn on the center of the glass tray.

Defrost Mode

The oven has 4 preset defrost cycles. The Defrost Menu shows the suggested defrost cycle for various foods. This defrost function conveniently chimes during the cycle to remind you to check, turn over, separate, or rearrange the food. Press STOP/Clear. Press Defrost.Use the number keys or press Defrost to enter the desired menu code from the Defrost Menu, and press START/Enter.Press the number keys to set the weight, and press START/Enter.At the chime, open the oven door and turn the food over. Remove any food that has thawed. Return the items which are still frozen to the oven and press START/Enter to complete the defrost cycle.The countdown appears in the display after START/Enter is pressed. The oven chimes once during the defrost cycle.When using this defrost function, the weight to be entered is the net weight in pounds and tenths of pounds (the weight of the food minus the container).Refer to the information below to set the desired code and weight.Beef: Ground beef, round steak, stew cubes, tenderloin steak, pot roast, rib roast, rump roast, chuck roast, hamburger pattiesLamb: Chops, rolled roastPork: Chops, hot dogs, spareribs, country-style ribs, rolled roast, sausageVeal: Cutlets (1 lb., ½ inch thick)Turn food over at beep.Standing time: 5-15 minutes Poultry: Whole, cut-up, breast (boneless)Cornish Hens: WholeTurkey: BreastRinse chicken with tap water before cooking and let stand for 60 minutes after cooking for better results.Turn food over at beep.Standing time: 60 minutesFish: Fillets, whole steaksShellfish: Crab meat, lobster tails, shrimp, scallopsTurn food over at beep.Standing time: 5-10 minutesSliced bread, buns, baguettes, etc.Separate slices and place between paper towels or on flat plate. Turn food over at beep.Standing time: 1-2 minutes