Whirlpool MH8150XJ installation instructions Microwave Oven does not Work, Cooking Times

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. Check the lists below and on the next page before calling for assistance or service. If you still need help, see the Sears toll-free numbers on the back cover.

MICROWAVE OVEN DOES NOT WORK:

	Problem	Cause

	Nothing works.	•The power supply cord is not plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
		(See the “Electrical requirements” section on page 6 and the “Electrical
		connection” section on Page 9.)
		• A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped.
		• The electric company has had a power failure.

	The microwave oven	• You are using the oven as a timer. Touch OFF/CANCEL to cancel the
	will not run.	Kitchen Timer.
		• The door is not firmly closed and latched.
		• You did not touch START/ENTER.
		• You did not follow directions exactly.
	The turntable will	• An operation that you set earlier is still running. Touch OFF/CANCEL to
	The turntable will	cancel that operation.
	not turn.	cancel that operation.
	not turn.

COOKING TIMES:

Problem	Cause

Food is not cooked	•The electric supply to your home or wall outlets is low or lower than normal.
enough.	Your electric company can tell you if the line voltage is low. Your electrician
	or service technician can tell you if the outlet voltage is low.
	• The cook power is not at the recommended setting. Check the chart on
	Page 18.
	• You have not allowed enough cooking time for the amount of food being
	cooked. Larger amounts of food need longer cooking times.

The display shows a	• The oven door is not closed completely.
time counting down but	• You have set the controls as a kitchen timer. Touch OFF/CANCEL to cancel
the	the Kitchen Timer.
oven is not cooking.

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Contents Combination Please record your modelÕs information Thank you for buying a Whirlpool applianceMicrowave Oven Safety Microwave Oven Safety For all cord connected appliances Electrical RequirementsTo replace To removeFor the best cooking results Testing Your Microwave OvenHOW Your Microwave Oven Works Radio InterferenceElectrical Connection Operating TipsSimmer Microwave Oven FeaturesEntering a cook power or time Control Panel FeaturesInterrupting cooking Audible signalsTo unlock the control panel Using the child lockTo set the demo/learning feature To cancel the demo/learning featureInserting the rack Using the Cooking RackUsing the Exhaust FAN Turn off fan when desiredSetting the Clock Enter the time to be counted down Using the Minute TimerTo cancel the Minute Timer Touch Timer SETMake sure the food is in the oven Using JET Starttm FeatureChanging Preset Cooking Times Touch the JET Start feature padPut your food in the oven and close Start the oven Door Cooking AT High Cook PowerCooking AT Different Cook Powers Cook Power Name When to USE ITEnter the cooking time Set the cook powerOn next Set the cook power for the first stageCooking in Stages Enter the cooking time for the first stageProgress BAR To use EZ-TOUCH Cook control, follow the steps below Touch Number pad to enter the quantityTouch Touch Cook 1 to 6 times to choose the type of foodTouch a Number pads to enter the quantity Touch Reheat 1 to 5 times to choose the type of foodTouch Amounts YOU Food Cook Number PAD Can Choose Touch Amounts YOU Food Reheat Number PAD Can Choose Approximately halfway through the cycle, the oven will beep Using EZ-TOUCHTMJET Defrosttm FeatureTouch Weights YOU can SET Food JET Defrost Number PAD Using JET Defrosttm FeaturecontJET Defrost Feature Chart Meat settingFish setting Poultry settingDefrosting Tips Weight conversion chartEquivalent Weight Ounces Grams Decimal WeightFor best results TouchBAG Size Popcorn Change to 2 cups, if desired Using BeverageChange to 2 to 4 potatoes, if desired Using Baked PotatoFour tones will sound Using VegetableNumber pad Countdown time may vary from aboveUsing Frozen Entree Using Warm Hold Touch Warm HoldPut hot, cooked food in the oven and close the door Composition of food Starting temperature of foodUsing standing time Amount of foodCooking you should not do in your microwave oven Using aluminum foilTo remove the charcoal filters, push the back Caring for the FiltersOven light Cooktop lightQuestions Answers Questions and AnswersCooking Times Microwave Oven does not WorkDisplay Messages Problem Cause Turntable willTurntables TonesOur consultants provide assistance with If YOU Need Assistance or ServiceWarranty Limited FOUR-YEARWhirlpool Corporation will not PAY for