Whirlpool MODEL MH1170XS Cooking times seem too long, Radio, TV or cordless phone interference

Tones are not sounding

•Aretones turned off? See "Tones" section.

Steam is coming from the vent grille

•Some steam is normal.

Fan running slower than usual

•Has the oven been stored in a cold area?

The fan will run slower until the oven warms up to normal room temperature.

Fan running during microwave cooking

•This is normal. The fan comes on at low speed to cool the microwave oven. See "Vent Fan" section.

Fan comes on during cooktop usage

•This is normal. The fan automatically comes on to cool the microwave oven if the temperature from the cooktop below gets too hot. See "Vent Fan" section.

Cooking times seem too long

•Is the cooking power set properly?

See "Microwave Cooking Power" section.

Are large amounts of food being heated?

Larger amounts of food need longer cooking times.

•Is the incoming voltage less than that specified in "Microwave Hood Combination Safety?"

Have a qualified electrician check the electrical system in the home.

Radio, TV or cordless phone interference

•Is the microwave oven plugged into the same outlet? Try a different outlet.

Is the radio or TV receiver near the microwave oven?

Move the receiver away from the microwave oven, or adjust the radio or TV antenna.

Are the microwave oven door and sealing surfaces clean? Make sure these areas are clean.

Is the cordless phone frequency 2.4 GHz?

Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones and home wireless networks may experience static or noise while the oven is on. Use a corded phone, a different frequency cordless phone or avoid using these items during oven operation.

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