Whirlpool MH3185XP manual Kids Menu, Simmer Cooking and Steaming

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To Defrost manually:

1.Touch the number pads to set a length of time to defrost.

2.Touch COOK POWER.

3.Touch 3.

4.Touch START.

The display will count down the defrost time.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, 4 end- of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder tones will sound every minute for 15 minutes.

5.Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones.

Kids Menu

The Kids Menu function is preset with cooking times and cook powers for several typical children’s menu items that are cooked in the microwave oven. Use the following chart as a guide.

FOOD

CODE

KIDS MENU

QUANTITY/

 

 

PAD

INSTRUCTION

 

 

 

 

Canned

1

1 time

1-4 servings/

pasta*

 

 

Follow food label

 

 

 

instructions.

 

 

 

 

Frozen

2

2 times

5-7 oz (142-198 g)/

Pizza

 

 

Follow food label

 

 

 

instructions.

 

 

 

 

Frozen

3

3 times

8, 10 or 12 oz (227,

Meal

 

 

283 or 340 g)/

 

 

 

Follow food label

 

 

 

instructions.

 

 

 

 

Hot Dogs

4

4 times

1-4 pieces/

 

 

 

Use paper plate.

 

 

 

Cook without bun.

 

 

 

 

Hot Cereal

5

5 times

1 or 2 servings/

(oatmeal)

 

 

Follow food label

 

 

 

instructions.

 

 

 

 

Chicken

6

6 times

1 or 2 servings/

Nuggets

 

 

Place nuggets on

 

 

 

paper plate covered

 

 

 

with paper towel.

 

 

 

 

*This function is not intended for meal-in-a-cup products.

To Use Kids Menu:

1.Touch KIDS MENU.

The display will show “PAD -.”

2.Touch KIDS MENU repeatedly to scroll through the Kids Menu items

or

Touch number pad to select Kids Menu item.

The display will show the name of the selected menu item for 2-3 seconds, and then prompt for the quantity of food to be entered.

3.Enter quantity of food items using the prompts in the display or the quantities from the chart above. Only pads valid for the selected food class will give a response.

Doneness may be adjusted at this time by touching COOK POWER.

4.Touch START.

The display will count down the cook time.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, 4 end- of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder tones will sound every minute for 15 minutes.

5.Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones.

Simmer Cooking and Steaming

Use the Simmer Cook function for foods such as soups, casseroles, stews and other liquid food. It can also be used to cook pasta.

To Simmer:

Before using, make sure the microwave oven has been plugged in for at least 2¹⁄₂ minutes. Add ¹⁄₄ to ¹⁄₂ cup (60 to 125 mL) of water to vegetables and cover dish with its lid, not plastic wrap.

1.Touch STEAM/SIMMER.

2.Touch the number pads to set a length of time to simmer.

3.Touch START.

“BOIL” will appear in the display. When water begins to boil, the display will count down the simmer time.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, 4 end- of-cycle tones will sound, and then reminder tones will sound every minute for 15 minutes.

4.Touch CANCEL or open the door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones.

Simmering Pasta

Use a container large enough to cover food completely with water. Add 1 tbsp (15 mL) oil to water. Place container and water in the microwave oven and follow the above steps, setting a simmer time of 1 second. When time ends place food in the water. Cover, then follow the above steps setting the desired simmer time.

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MH3185XP specifications

The Whirlpool MH3185XP is a compact microwave oven that combines performance, efficiency, and convenience, making it an essential kitchen appliance for modern households. With a sleek design and user-friendly interface, this microwave is ideal for anyone looking to streamline meal preparation.

One of the standout features of the MH3185XP is its 1.8 cubic feet of capacity, offering ample space for cooking a variety of dishes. This makes it suitable for families and individuals alike, enabling users to heat, cook, and defrost multiple items simultaneously. Additionally, the microwave boasts a powerful 1,000 watts of cooking power, ensuring that food is cooked evenly and thoroughly every time.

The Whirlpool MH3185XP is equipped with several advanced technologies designed to enhance cooking efficiency. Among these, the Sensor Cooking feature automatically adjusts cooking time and temperature based on the moisture level of the food, preventing overcooking and ensuring optimal results. This intuitive technology makes cooking meals a breeze, allowing users to focus on other tasks while the microwave does the work.

Another significant characteristic of the MH3185XP is its user-friendly controls. The intuitive keypad layout allows for easy navigation through the various cooking functions, including popcorn settings, reheat options, and defrost cycles. The dedicated one-touch settings simplify the process, allowing users to quickly cook or defrost their favorite meals with just the push of a button.

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