Using the Sensor Functions

The sensor features offer convenient cooking or reheating of popular food items automatically using preprogrammed settings.The Sensor system works by detecting built up steam so there is no need to set cook times or power levels.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 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 Reheat Mode

This feature reheats single servings of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers.Press Reheat. Use the number keys to enter the desired menu code from the Sensor Reheat Menu. You can also press Reheat repeatedly to select a menu item. (For example, press 4 times for Pizza.)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 menu item and see the recommended amounts.1 Dinner Plate (1 - 2 servings)Place food on a plate. Cover with vented plastic wrap.Standing time: 3 minutes2 Soup / Sauce (1 - 4 cups)Place in shallow microwavable casserole. Cover with vented plastic wrap.Standing time: 3 minutes3 Casserole (1 -4 cups)Place in a microwavable bowl or casserole. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Standing time: 3 minutes4 Pizza (1 - 3 slices) Place on paper towel on a microwave safe plate.This is a reheat function for leftover pizza. Do not use to cook pizza.5 Baked Goods (1 - 4 pieces)Place on a paper towel. Do not cover.6 Tea (1 - 2 cups, 8 oz/240 ml per cup)Use a mug or microwavable cup. Do not cover. Stir after reheating.

Sensor Cook Mode

Cook your favorite foods automatically using preset programs.Press Cook.Use the number keys to enter the desired menu code from the Sensor Cook Menu. You can also press Cook repeatedly to select a menu item. (For example, press 6 times to select Rice.)Press START/Enter.Refer to the information below to set the desired menu item and see the recommended amounts.1 Fresh Vegetable - Hard (1 - 4 cups)Place vegetables (carrots, beets, etc.) in a microwavable 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 minutes2 Fresh Vegetable - Soft (1 - 4 cups)Place vegetables (cauliflower, broccoli, spinach, etc.) in a microwavable 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 minutes3 Frozen Vegetable (1 - 4 cups)Place in a microwavable 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 minutes4 Canned Vegetable (1 - 4 cups)Transfer vegetables from the can to a microwavable bowl or casserole. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Stir after cooking.Standing time: 3 minutes5 Baked Potato (1 - 4 pieces, 8 - 10 oz. each)Pierce skin with a fork and place on paper towel. Do not cover. Standing time: 5 minutes6 Rice (0.5 - 2 cups)Use a large, deep microwavable bowl (3 qt./3 L).Combine 1 part rice to 2 parts water. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Standing time: 10 minutes.7 Frozen Lasagna (10 - 20 oz.)Remove lasagna from package and remove cover. Cover with vented plastic wrap.8 Fish Fillets (4 - 16 oz.)Place fish fillets in a single layer. Cover with vented plastic wrap. 9 Shrimp (4 - 16 oz.)Place shrimp in a single layer. Cover with vented plastic wrap. 10 Chicken Pieces (16 - 32 oz.)Place chicken pieces with skin side up. Cover with vented plastic wrap. 11 Ground Meat (4 -16 oz.)Cover with vented plastic wrap. Stir after cooking.12 Casserole (1 - 4 cups)Place in a microwavable bowl or casserole. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Standing time: 3 minutes.13 Boiling Water (1 - 2 cups, 8 oz/240 ml per cup)Use a wide-mouth mug. Do not cover. Be careful when handling the container. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling. Therefore, care must be taken when handling the container.

Sensor Popcorn Mode

Prepare microwave popcorn simply and easily, one bag at a time.Press Popcorn.Press START/Enter. When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and End appears in the display.Only pop popcorn in a microwavable container or in commercial packages designed for microwave ovens.Do not reuse popcorn bags.Do not leave microwave unattended while popping corn.Follow directions on bag.When popping commercially packaged popcorn, remove the rack from the oven.Do not place the bag of microwave popcorn on the rack or under the rack.Refer to the information below to set the desired menu item and see the recommended amounts.Pop Popcorn (2.0 - 3.5 oz.)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.

Soften Mode

The oven uses low power to soften foods (butter, ice cream, cream cheese and frozen juice).Press Soften repeatedly until the desired menu code appears in the display.Use the number keys to enter the desired amount. Then press START/Enter.CategoryPress Number for Amount123Butter1 stick2 sticks 3 sticks Ice CreamPintQuartHalf GallonCream Cheese3 oz.8 oz.-Frozen Juice6 oz.12 oz.16 oz.Refer to the information below to set the desired menu item and see the recommended amounts.1 Butter (1 - 3 sticks, 1 stick: 4 oz.)Initial Temperature: RefrigeratedUnwrap and place in a microwavable dish on the rack over the glass tray. Butter will be at room temperature and ready for use in a recipe.2 Ice Cream (Pint, Quart, Half Gallon)Initial Temperature: FrozenPlace in a microwavable dish on the rack over the glass tray. Ice cream will be soft enough to make scooping easier.3 Cream Cheese (3 or 8 oz.)Initial Temperature: RefrigeratedUnwrap and place in a microwavable dish on the rack over the glass tray. Cream cheese will be at room temperature and ready for use in a recipe.4 Frozen Juice (6, 12, or 16 oz.)Initial Temperature: FrozenRemove lid and cover. Frozen juice will be soft enough to mix easily with water.

Melt Mode

The oven uses low power to melt foods (butter or margarine, chocolate, marshmallows, or processed cheese food).Press Melt repeatedly until the desired menu code appears in the display.Use the number keys to enter the desired amount. Then press START/Enter.Stir at the end of cycle to complete melting.CategoryPress Number for Amount123Butter / Margarine1 stick2 sticks 3 sticks Chocolate4 oz.8 oz.-Cheese8 oz.16 oz.-Marshmallows5 oz.10 oz.-Refer to the information below to set the desired menu item and see the recommended amounts.1 Butter / Margarine (1 - 3 sticks, 1 stick: 4 oz.)Initial Temperature: RefrigeratedUnwrap and place in a microwavable dish on the rack over the glass tray. Do not cover. 2 Chocolate (4 or 8 oz.)Initial Temperature: Room TemperatureChocolate chips or squares of baking chocolate may be used. Unwrap squares and place in a microwavable dish on the rack over the glass tray. 3 Cheese (8 or 16 oz.)Initial Temperature: RefrigeratedUse processed cheese food only. Cut into cubes. Place in a single layer in a microwavable dish on the rack over the glass tray. 4 Marshmallows (5 or 10 oz.)Initial Temperature: Room TemperatureLarge or miniature marshmallows may be used. Place in a microwavable dish on the rack over the glass tray.

Defrost Mode

The oven has 5 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. This button starts a 2 minute defrost cycle immediately.Press Quick Defrost.The oven will start automatically.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.Press Defrost Weight / Time repeatedly until the desired menu code appears in the display.Use the number keys to enter the desired amount. Then 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.Press Defrost Weight / Time 5 times to select Set Time mode.Use the number keys to enter the desired time. Then press START/Enter.The countdown appears in the display after START/Enter is pressed. The oven chimes once during the defrost cycle.When using Defrost, enter 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 menu item and see the recommended amounts.dEF1 Meat (0.1 - 6.0 lbs)Beef: Ground beef, round steak, stew cubes, tenderloin steak, pot roast, rib roast, rump roast, chuck roast, hamburger pattiesLamb: Chops (1 inch thick), rolled roastPork: Chops (0.5 inch thick), hot dogs, spareribs, country-style ribs, rolled roast, sausagedEF2 Poultry (0.1 - 6.0 lbs)Beef: Ground beef, round steak, stew cubes, tenderloin steak, pot roast, rib roast, rump roast, chuck roast, hamburger pattiesLamb: Chops (1 inch thick), rolled roastPork: Chops (0.5 inch thick), hot dogs, spareribs, country-style ribs, rolled roast, sausagedEF3 Fish (0.1 - 4.0 lbs)Fish: Fillets, whole steaksShellfish: Crab meat, lobster tails, shrimp, scallopsdEF4 Bread (0.1 - 2.0 lbs)Muffins, rolls, cakeSet TimeEnter a desired defrost time.