KitchenAid KEMI371G, KEMI301G Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven, How your microwave oven works

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Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven

This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking. It also shows you the basics you need to know to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before you use your oven.

How your microwave oven works

Microwave ovens are safe. Microwave energy is not hot. It causes food to make its own heat, and it's this heat that cooks the food.

Microwaves are like TV waves, radio waves or light waves. You cannot see them, but you can see what they do.

A magnetron in the microwave oven produces microwaves. The microwaves move into the oven where they contact food as it turns on the turntable.

The glass turntable of your microwave oven lets microwaves pass through. Then they bounce off a metal floor, back through the glass turntable, and are absorbed by the food.

Magnetron

Oven cavity

Metal floor

Glass turntable

Microwaves pass through most glass, paper, and plastics without heating them so food absorbs the energy. Microwaves bounce off metal containers so food does not absorb the energy.

The microwaves disturb water molecules in the food. As the molecules bounce around bumping into each other, heat is made, like rubbing your hands together. This is the heat that does the cooking.

Radio interference

Using your microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV, or similar equipment. When there is interference, you can reduce it or remove it by:

•Cleaning the door and sealing surfaces of the oven.

•Adjusting the receiving antenna of the radio or television.

•Moving the receiver away from the microwave oven.

For the best cooking results

•Always cook food for the shortest cooking time recommended. Check to see how the food is cooking. If needed, touch EASY MINUTE while the oven is operating or after the cooking cycle is over (see the “Using EASY MINUTE” section).

•Stir, turn over, or rearrange the food being cooked about halfway through the cooking time for all recipes. This will help make sure the food is evenly cooked. NOTE: Some cycles may have to be reset if you have interrupted the cycle.

•If you do not have a cover for a dish, use wax paper, or microwave-approved paper towels or plastic wrap. Turn back a corner of the plastic wrap to vent steam during cooking.

Testing your microwave oven

To test the oven put about 1 cup of cold water in a glass container in the oven. Close the door. Make sure it latches. Cook at 100% power for 2 minutes. When the time is up, the water should be heated.

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Contents Use and Care Guide 4452303Thank you for buying a Kitchenaid appliance Microwave Oven Safety On nextMicrowave Oven Safety Grounding Instructions Electric Oven Safety Electric Oven Safety Testing your microwave oven Getting to Know Your Microwave OvenHow your microwave oven works Radio interferenceTesting your dinnerware or cookware Operating safety precautionsTest dinnerware or cookware before using Electrical connectionMicrowave oven parts and features Removable Turntable Support under turntable Cook Guide LabelControl panel features Setting the clock Using the Minute Timer Using Easy MinuteCooking at high cook power Microwave CookingPut food in oven and close the door Set cooking time After cooking, open the doorCooking at different cook powers Cook Power Name When to USE ITCooking in stages Set cook powerSet cook power for first cycle optional Using Custom Reheat When display says TIME, touch Micro to set second cycleSet cook power for second cycle optional Summary of steps for settingChoose food setting Put food in oven and close door Touch Custom ReheatEnter food quantity After reheating, open the doorUsing Custom Defrost Choose beverage settingEnter serving temperature Enter type of beverageCustom defrost chart Enter food weightCode Food Setting Weight or Quantity Put food in oven and close door Touch Custom DefrostWeight conversion chart Ounces Decimal Pound WeightDefrosting tips After defrosting, open the doorUsing Custom Cook Popping popcornAfter popping popcorn, open the door Size Touch BAG Popcorn PADCode Food Quantity Preparation Enter food size or weight Food cooked covered should be covered when kept warmKeeping food warm Put food in oven and close door Touch Custom CookUsing code pads Full Cook Touch PowerBeverage Serving Temperature Category Touch QuantitySize of BAG Touch Using help promptsFood Setting Touch Quantity Microwave reheating chart Cooking GuideMicrowave cooking chart Food Cook Power TimeVegetables OtherCooking tips Using aluminum foil containers Arranging foodCooking you should not do in your microwave oven Container must be half filledCleaning Task What to USE HOW to Clean Caring for Your Microwave OvenQuestions and Answers Questions AnswersTroubleshooting Other possible problems and their causesProblem Cause If nothing operates, check the followingElectric oven parts and features Getting to Know Your Electric OvenUsing Your Electric Oven Using the electronic oven controlDisplay/clock Celsius/FahrenheitCanceling an operation Changing audible signalsUsing the control lock Starting an operationSetting your oven for Sabbath Press Number Pads to set the temperature you wantWhat your oven will/will not do while in the Sabbath mode To end the Sabbath mode and turn off ovenOven settings Press Clock Set/StartSet time Start clockUsing the timer Baking or RoastingChoose baking setting Set temperature optionalPreheat oven Put food in oven Roasting tipsRack placement for specific foods Bakeware choicesUsing aluminum foil Adjusting oven temperatureSet new offset temperature Enter the adjustmentHow to determine the amount of adjustment needed BroilingPosition rack Put food in ovenBroiling guidelines When broiling is done, turn off ovenVariable temperature broiling Choose setting Press Timed cookingTo start now and stop automatically 1. Prepare oven BroilWhen baking/roasting is done Press Cook TimeSet cook time Press Stop TimeTo cancel timed cooking settings Oven ventBefore you start Using the Self-Cleaning CycleBefore you start the Self-Cleaning cycle, make sure you Before setting the controls Setting the controlsTo stop the Self-Cleaning cycle at any time How the cycle worksCaring for Your Electric Oven Cleaning ChartPart Cleaning Method Special Instructions Removing the oven door To removeOven racks Broiler pan and gridReplacing the oven light Using and replacing the oven lightsTo replace Key pads do not operate Requesting Assistance or Service Our consultants provide assistance withWarranty

KEMI371G, KEMI301G specifications

The KitchenAid KEMI301G and KEMI371G stand mixers represent the pinnacle of kitchen technology, designed for both amateur cooks and professional chefs alike. Known for their robust performance, these models cater to a wide array of culinary tasks, allowing users to mix, knead, whip, and blend with exceptional ease and efficiency.

The KEMI301G features a powerful 300-watt motor, ensuring that it can tackle even the toughest doughs without breaking a sweat. Its planetary mixing action ensures that ingredients are mixed thoroughly and evenly, reaching every corner of the mixing bowl. This bowl-lift design also provides stability and ease of use, especially when dealing with larger quantities. The KEMI301G comes with a generous 4.5-quart stainless steel bowl, which is not only durable but also dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.

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