Drop Down Door Microwave Ovens Use & Care Guide
DROP DOWN DOOR MICROWAVE OVENS Contents Customer Care 4 Safety The model and serial number are printed on the enclosed product registration card. Both numbers are also listed on the product rating plate. Refer to page 8 for rating plate location. For warranty purposes, you will also need the date of installation and name of your authorized Wolf dealer. Record this information below for future reference.
Thank You Thank you for your purchase. We look forward to being part of your home for decades to come. As a third-generation family-owned company, we take a very personal stake in the preparation of your family’s food. We built our business and our reputation on helping families serve the finest food possible. With your purchase, you receive one of the strongest warranties in the appliance industry. Take a moment to read the full warranty statement on page 19.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. • If food being heated begins to smoke, DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR. Turn off and unplug the oven and wait until the food has stopped smoking. Opening the door while food is smoking may cause a fire. • Only use microwave-safe containers and utensils. Do not leave the oven unattended when using disposable plastic, paper or other combustible food containers.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY: TO AVOID THE DANGER OF FIRE: • Never adjust, repair or modify the oven yourself. • The electrical outlet must be readily accessible so that the unit can be unplugged easily in an emergency. The AC power supply must be 110/120V, 60Hz, with a minimum 15 A distribution circuit breaker. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. Do not store or use the oven outdoors.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF EXPLOSION AND SUDDEN BOILING: WARNING Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode. • Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care has to be taken when handling the container. • Do not cook eggs in their shells and whole hard boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave cooking has ended.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS TO AVOID THE MISUSE BY CHILDREN: WARNING The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Children less than 8 years of age shall be kept away unless continuously supervised. TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF ELECTRIC SHOCK: • If the power supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord. The exchange must be made by an authorized service agent.
DROP DOWN DOOR MICROWAVE OVEN FEATURES Drop Down Door Microwave Oven Features Getting Started We know you are eager to start cooking, but before you do, please take some time to read this use & care guide. Whether you are an occasional cook or an expert chef, it will be to your benefit to familiarize yourself with the safety practices, features, operation and care recommendations of your drop down door microwave oven.
MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION Control Panel Oven Operation The control panel features touch controls and an interactive visual display. Refer to the illustration below. CLOCK CONTROL LOCK Setting clock: The control lock feature prevents unwanted microwave oven operation. 1 Touch To lock: 1 Touch CONTROL LOCK, then touch START. ‘LOCK ON’ will appear on the control panel display. The clock must be set prior to use and after a power failure. STOP/CLEAR.
MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION Settings The settings feature allows the user to select individual preferences. Preferences must be reset after a power failure. WEIGHT UNIT For cooking modes where weight is required, the default unit of measure can be changed from pounds to kilograms. AUDIBLE SIGNAL An audible signal will chime with every touch and upon cook time and timer completion. To eliminate signal: 1 Touch SETTINGS. 2 Touch DECREASE. 3 Touch START.
MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION Settings Manual Cooking DEMONSTRATION MODE POWER LEVEL Demonstration mode allows operation to be demonstrated without power to the microwave oven. The microwave oven has ten preset power levels. To cook manually at 100% power: To enter demonstration mode: 1 Touch SETTINGS five times. 2 Touch INCREASE. 3 Touch START. ‘DEMO ON’ will appear on the control panel display. ‘DEMO’ will remain on the display. To exit demonstration mode: 1 Touch SETTINGS five times.
MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION Manual Cooking MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING KEEP WARM The microwave oven can be programmed for up to four automatic cooking sequences, switching from one power level to another automatically. The keep warm feature will keep food warm for up to 90 minutes. To use keep warm: To use multiple sequence cooking (e.g.
MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION Manual Cooking Sensor Cooking MELT GOURMET The melt feature will melt butter or chocolate. The Gourmet feature detects moisture and humidity from food as it heats and automatically adjusts cook time and power level. Fresh vegetables and poultry have two options. Follow directions on the control panel display to select the desired option. Refer to the Gourmet guide on the following page. To use melt: 1 Touch MELT.
MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION Gourmet Guide NUMBER FOOD 1 Fresh Vegetables—Soft Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts and Cabbage Cauliflower (flowerets) Cauliflower (whole) Spinach and Zucchini Baked Apples 2 AMOUNT 1/4–3 lb (115 g–1.4 kg) lb (115 g–1.4 kg) 1 medium 1/4–3 lb (115 g–1.4 kg) 2–4 medium 1/4–3 METHOD Wash and place in microwave-safe casserole. Add no water if vegetables have just been washed. Cover with lid for tender vegetables. Use plastic wrap for tender-crisp vegetables.
MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION Defrost AUTO DEFROST MANUAL DEFROST The auto defrost feature uses preset settings to defrost select food items. Refer to the auto defrost guide on the following page. For foods not listed, refer to manual defrost. The manual defrost feature automatically defrosts at 30% power. Food should be turned throughout the process to ensure even defrosting. To defrost at another power level, refer to power level on page 11.
MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION Auto Defrost Guide NUMBER FOOD AMOUNT METHOD 1 Ground Meat 1/2–2 lb (230 g–1.1 kg) Remove any thawed pieces after each audible signal. Let stand for 5–10 minutes, covered. 2 Steaks, Chops 1/2–3 lb (230 g–1.4 kg) After each audible signal, rearrange. If there are warm or thawed portions, shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil. Remove any meat that is almost defrosted. Let stand for 10–20 minutes, covered. 3 Boneless Poultry 1/2–2 lb (230 g–1.
CARE RECOMMENDATIONS Care Recommendations CLEANING Stainless steel Use a nonabrasive stainless steel cleaner and apply with a soft lint-free cloth. To bring out the natural luster, lightly wipe surface with a water-dampened microfiber cloth followed by a dry polishing chamois. Always follow the grain of stainless steel. Door Front Spray glass cleaner on a cloth to clean. Control panel Use spray degreaser to remove fingerprints and food soil. Spray on a cloth before wiping panel.
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Microwave oven does not operate. SERVICE • Verify power is on. • Maintain the quality built into your product by contacting Wolf factory certified service. For the name of the nearest Wolf factory certified service, check the contact & support section of our website, wolfappliance.com or call Wolf customer care at 800-222-7820. • Verify electrical power to unit and home circuit breaker is on. Food in microwave oven is not heating.
Wolf Appliance Residential Limited Warranty FOR RESIDENTIAL USE FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY* For two years from the date of original installation, this Wolf Appliance product warranty covers all parts and labor to repair or replace, under normal residential use, any part of the product that proves to be defective in materials or workmanship. All service provided by Wolf Appliance under the above warranty must be performed by Wolf factory certified service, unless otherwise specified by Wolf Appliance, Inc.
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