Accessories

Pan (on some models)

Use the provided pan for pan-frying (browning). The pan may be used to catch drippings during grill (on some models) and convection (on some models) functions.

Steamer Vessel (on some models)

Use the steamer vessel base, insert and lid for steaming, or use just the base and lid for simmering.

Grill Rack (on some models)

Use the grill rack for grilling. Place food directly on the grill rack. Use the pan under the rack to catch the drippings.

Convection Rack (on some models)

Use the convection rack for convection cycles (baking or roasting). Place cookware directly on rack for bake and for some roast functions. Some roast functions require that the food be placed directly on the rack. Use the pan to catch the drippings.

Accessory Configurations

Grilling

Roasting

Baking

Steaming

Simmering

A B

C

A B

D

A D

E

F G

H F

H

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A. Turntable

 

D. Convection rack

F. Steamer base

 

 

 

 

B. Pan

 

E. Cookie sheet

 

G. Steamer insert

 

 

 

 

C. Grill rack

 

(not provided)

 

H. Steamer lid

 

 

Cookware and Dinnerware

Microwave-Safe

■Browning dish (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)

■Ceramic glass, glass

■China, Earthenware (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)

■Melamine (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)

■Paper towels, paper plates, napkins (Use non-recycled paper.)

■Plastic wraps, bags, covers, dinnerware, containers (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)

■Pottery and clay (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)

■Silicone bakeware (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)

■Wax paper

For Use With Grill Cycles (on some models):

■Use ovenproof, microwave-safe cookware to catch drippings.

For Use With Convection/Combination Cycles (on some models):

■Metal bakeware may be used only during convection (bake) cycles. Use ovenproof, microwave-safe cookware for all other convection and combination cycles.

Do Not Use

■Metal cookware and bakeware

■Straw or wicker

■Gold, silver or pewter

■Non-approved meat thermometers, skewers

■Twist ties

■Foil liners, such as sandwich wrappers

■Staples

■Objects with gold or silver trim or with metallic glaze

To Test Cookware/Dinnerware: Place dish on turntable with 1 cup (250 mL) of water beside it. Program 1 minute of cook time at 100%. If dish becomes hot and the water stays cool, do not use the dish in the microwave oven.

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KitchenAid Microwave Hood Combination important safety instructions Accessories, Cookware and Dinnerware
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Microwave Hood Combination specifications

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