Whirlpool WMH31017HS - User Manual

User Guide
Microwave Hood Combination
THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. Register your microwave oven at www.whirlpool.com.
For future reference, please make a note of your model and serial number located on the front facing of the
microwave oven opening, behind the door.
Model Number _________________________________________ Serial Number __________________________________________
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Deberá tener a mano el número de modelo y de serie, que están ubicados en la parte frontal de la abertura del horno de
microondas, detrás de la puerta.
MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
You
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire,
injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
■
Read all instructions before using the microwave oven.
■ Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY” found in this section.
■ The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect only to
properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS”
found in this section and in the provided Installation Instructions.
■ Install or locate the microwave oven only in
accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.
■ Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and
sealed containers - for example, closed glass jars -
are able to explode and should not be heated in the
microwave oven.
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Summary

Microwave Hood Combination Safety

Important Safety Instructions

Essential safety precautions for operating the microwave.

Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy

Measures to prevent harmful exposure to microwave energy.

Electrical Requirements and Grounding

Electrical Shock Hazard Warnings

Safety advice regarding electrical connections and hazards.

Grounding Instructions

Critical information on proper electrical grounding.

Operating Your Microwave Oven

Control Panel Settings Overview

Description of various control panel settings and features.

Clock Function

How to set and use the 12-hour clock.

Timer Function

Using the kitchen timer feature.

Control Lock Feature

How to activate and deactivate the child lock.

Vent Fan Operation

Controls for the ventilation fan and its timer.

Tones and Signals Management

Managing audible alerts and sounds.

Demo Mode Usage

Practicing operations without heating.

Standby Mode Behavior

Oven's behavior in standby mode.

Turntable Importance

Significance of the turntable for cooking results.

Cookware and Oven Care

Cookware and Dinnerware Guide

Lists approved and unapproved items for microwave use.

Testing Dish Safety

Method to determine if cookware is microwave safe.

General Cleaning Procedures

Instructions for cleaning oven components.

Filter and Bulb Replacement

Steps for replacing grease filters and light bulbs.

Accessories and Troubleshooting

Available Accessories and Parts

List of parts and supplies that can be purchased separately.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Solutions for common operational problems.

Display Message Interpretation

Understanding error codes and display messages.

Radio;TV Interference

Troubleshooting electronic interference issues.

Whirlpool Major Appliance Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage Details

What is included in the one-year limited warranty.

Warranty Exclusions

What is not covered by the limited warranty.

Implied Warranty Limitations

Restrictions on implied warranties.

Limitation of Remedies

Exclusion of incidental and consequential damages.

Whirlpool WMH31017HS Specifications