Kenmore Microwave Oven 87000 User Manual

Model: 87000  
Microwave Oven Users Manual  
Please read these instructions carefully before installing and operating the oven.  
Record in the space below the SERIAL NO. found on the nameplate on your oven and  
retain this information for future reference.  
SERIAL NO.  
 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
When using electrical appliances, basic  
safety precautions should be followed,  
including the following:  
oven cavity:  
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully  
attend appliance when paper, plastic, or  
other combustible materials are placed  
inside the oven to facilitate cooking.  
b. Remove wire twist-ties from  
paper or plastic bags before placing bag in  
oven.  
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns,  
electric shock, fire, injury to persons or  
exposure to excessive microwave energy:  
1. Read all instructions before using  
the appliance.  
2. Read and follow the specific  
"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE  
c. If materials inside the oven  
should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn  
oven off, and disconnect the power cord or  
shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker  
panel.  
EXPOSURE  
TO  
EXCESSIVE  
MICROWAVE ENERGY" on page 1.  
3. This appliance must be grounded.  
Connect only to properly grounded outlet.  
See "grounding instructionson page 3.  
4. Install or locate this appliance  
only in accordance with the provided  
installation instructions.  
d. Do not use the cavity for storage  
purposes. Do not leave paper products,  
cooking utensils or food in the cavity when  
not in use.  
9. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or  
tea are able to be overheated beyond the  
boiling point without appearing to be  
boiling due to surface tension of the liquid.  
Visible bubbling or boiling when the  
container is removed from the microwave  
oven is not always present. THESE  
COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS  
SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN A  
SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS  
INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce  
the risk of injury to person:  
5. Some products such as whole  
eggs and sealed containers -for example,  
closed glass jars- are able to explode and  
should not be heated in this oven.  
6. Use this appliance only for its  
intended use as described in this manual.  
Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors  
in this appliance. This type of oven is  
specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry  
food. It is not designed for industrial or  
laboratory use.  
7. As with any appliance, close  
supervision is necessary when used by  
children.  
a. Do not overheat the liquid.  
b. Stir the liquid both before and  
halfway through heating it.  
8. To reduce the risk of fire in the  
c. Do  
not  
use  
straight-sided  
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containers with narrow necks.  
has a damaged cord or a plug, if it is not  
working properly or if it has been damaged  
or dropped.  
d. After heating, allow the container  
to stand in the microwave oven for a short  
time before removing the container.  
e. Use extreme care when inserting  
a spoon or other utensil into the container.  
10. Do not heat oil or fat for  
deep-frying. It is difficult to control the  
temperature of oil in microwave oven.  
11. Pierce foods with heavy skins  
such as potatoes, whole squash, apples  
and chestnuts before cooking.  
17. Do not immerse cord or plug in  
water. Keep cord away from heated  
surface. Do not let cord hang over edge of  
table or counter.  
18. Use only thermometers, which  
are specifically designed for use in  
microwave ovens.  
19. Do not operate any heating or  
cooking appliance beneath this appliance.  
20. Be certain the glass tray and roller  
rings are in place when you operate the  
oven.  
12. The contents of feeding bottles  
and baby jars should be stirred or shaken  
and the temperature should be checked  
before serving in order to avoid burns.  
13. Cooking utensils may become hot  
because of heat transferred from the  
heated food. Potholders may be needed to  
handle the utensil.  
21.WARNING: It is hazardous for  
anyone other than a trained person to  
carry out any service or repair operation  
which involves the removal of any cover  
which gives protection against exposure to  
microwave energy. If there is any  
damage, do not operate the oven and  
contact your dealer.  
14. Do not cover or block any  
openings on the appliance.  
15. Do not store or use this appliance  
outdoors. Do not use this product near  
water, for example, near a kitchen sink, in  
a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or  
similar locations.  
22. This appliance should be serviced  
only by qualified service personnel.  
Contact nearest authorized service facility  
for examination, repair, or adjustment.  
16. Do not operate this appliance if it  
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding  
reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.  
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WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.  
Electrical Requirements  
The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60 Hz, AC only, 15 amp. It is recommended that  
a separate circuit serving only the oven be provided. The oven is equipped with a 3-prong  
grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and  
grounded.  
Power Supply Cord  
1. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming  
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.  
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is  
exercised in their use.  
3. If long cord or extension cord is used:  
a) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as  
great as the electrical rating of the appliance.  
b) The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord, and The longer cord should  
be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or table top where it can be pulled  
on by children or tripped over unintentionally.  
Notes:  
If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions, consult a qualified  
electrician or service person.  
Neither manufacturer nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the oven or  
personal injury resulting from failure to observe the electrical connection procedures.  
UTENSILS GUIDE  
This section lists which utensils can be used in the microwave, which ones have limited  
use for short periods, and which ones should not be used in the microwave.  
Recommended  
·Microwave browning dish Use to brown the exterior of small items such as steaks,  
chops, or pancakes. Follow the directions provided with your browning dish.  
·Microwaveable plastic wrap Use to retain steam. Leave a small opening for some  
steam to escape and avoid placing it directly on the food.  
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·Paper towels and napkins Use for short-term heating and covering; these absorb  
excess moisture and prevent spattering. Do not use recycled paper towels, which may  
contain metal and could ignite.  
·Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes Use for heating or cooking.  
·Paper plates and cups Use for short-term heating at low temperatures. Do not use  
recycled paper, which may contain metal and could ignite.  
·Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering.  
·Thermometers Use only those labeled Microwave Safeand follow all directions.  
Check the food in several places. Conventional thermometers may be used on  
microwave food once the food has been removed from the oven.  
Limited Use  
· Aluminum foil Use narrow strips of foil to prevent overcooking of exposed areas.  
Using too much foil can damage your oven, so be careful.  
·Ceramic, porcelain, and stoneware Use these if they are labeled Microwave Safe.  
If they are not labeled, test them to make sure they can be used safely.  
·Plastic Use only if labeled Microwave Safe. Other plastics can melt.  
·Straw, wicker, and wood Use only for short-term heating, such as warming dinner  
rolls for a few seconds; baskets and bowls may be flammable.  
Not Recommended  
·Glass jars and bottles Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave. It can  
shatter and cause damage and injury.  
·Paper bags These are a fire hazard, except for popcorn bags that are designed for  
microwave use.  
·Styrofoam plates and cups These can melt and leave an unhealthy residue on food.  
·Plastic storage and food containers Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in  
the microwave.  
·Metal utensils These can damage your oven. Remove all metal before cooking.  
Note: Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving, place the empty dish in  
the oven and microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. A dish which becomes very hot  
should not be used.  
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COOKING TECHNIQUES  
Your microwave makes cooking easier than conventional cooking, provided you keep  
these considerations in mind:  
Stirring  
to expose all parts to microwave energy.  
This is especially important with large  
foods such as roasts.  
Stir foods such as casseroles and  
vegetables while cooking to distribute heat  
evenly. Food at the outside of the dish  
absorbs more energy and heats more  
quickly, so stir from the outside to the  
center. The oven will turn off when you  
open the door to stir your food.  
Standing  
Foods cooked in the microwave build up  
internal heat and continue to cook for a  
few minutes after heating stops. Let foods  
stand to complete cooking, especially  
foods such as cakes and whole vegetables.  
Roasts need this time to complete cooking  
in the center without overcooking the outer  
areas. All liquids, such as soup or hot  
chocolate, should be shaken or stirred  
when cooking is complete. Let liquids  
stand a moment before serving. When  
heating baby food, stir well at removal and  
test the temperature before serving.  
Adding moisture  
Arrangement  
Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as  
chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker,  
meatier parts toward the outside of the  
turntable where they receive more  
microwave energy. To prevent overcooking,  
place delicate areas, such as asparagus  
tips, toward the center of the turntable.  
Shielding  
Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum  
foil to prevent overcooking. Areas that  
need shielding include poultry wing-tips,  
the ends of poultry legs, and corners of  
square baking dishes. Use only small  
amounts of aluminum foil. Larger amounts  
can damage your oven.  
Microwave energy is attracted to water  
molecules. Food that is uneven in moisture  
content should be covered or allowed to  
stand so that the heat disperses evenly.  
Add a small amount of water to dry food to  
help it cook.  
Turning  
Turn foods over midway through cooking  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Power Consumption:  
Output:  
120V~60Hz, 1350W  
900W  
Operation Frequency:  
2450MHz  
Outside Dimensions(H×W×D):  
Oven Cavity Dimensions(H×W×D):  
Oven Capacity:  
11 13/16×21 1/4×15 11/16 in.  
9 7/16×13 15/16×14 1/8 in.  
1.1cu.ft  
Cooking Uniformity:  
Turntable System (Φ12 3/8)  
Approx. 35.2lbs.  
Net Weight:  
PART NAMES  
Door Safety Lock System  
Oven Window  
Oven Air Vent  
Shaft  
Roller Ring  
Glass Tray  
Control Panel  
Door release button  
DO NOT REMOVE THE CARDBOARD OVEN AIR  
VENT COVER THAT IS INSIDE THE MICROWAVE!  
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CONTROL PANEL  
DISPLAY  
Cooking time, power, indicators and  
present time are displayed.  
BAKED POTATO POPCORN  
BEVERAGE FROZEN DINNER,  
REHEAT  
PIZZA  
Allow you to reheat or cook food  
automatically without entering power level  
or time.  
POWER  
Use to set power level.  
TIMER  
You can use the TIMER function  
independently, even while a cooking  
program is going on in the oven.  
COOK  
Cook at one power level for a period of  
time, then the oven automatically switch to  
another power level for the rest of cooking  
time.  
COOK BY WEIGHT  
Touch to enter weight of meat accurately.  
The oven automatically sets the cooking  
time and power level.  
DEFROST BY WEIGHT  
Touch to set the weight of the food to be  
defrosted; the oven automatically sets the  
defrosting time and power level.  
SPEED DEFROST  
(Also see following pages for more detail.)  
Touch to set defrosting time; the oven  
automatically divides the defrosting time  
into periods of alternating defrost and  
stand times by cycling on and off.  
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NUMBER PADS(0-9)  
Touch to set times or amounts.  
CLOCK  
RESET  
Clears all previous settings if touched  
before cooking starts.  
START/STOP  
Touch to set the clock.  
Touch to start or stop cooking.  
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS  
BEEPS DURING OVEN SETTINGS  
ONE BEEP: Oven accepts the entry.  
TWO BEEPS: Oven does not accept the  
entry, check and try again.  
and seconds and set left to right. Set  
one digit (a 5 for 5 seconds) or up to  
four digits (2405 for 24 minutes, 5  
seconds).  
3. Touch START/STOP pad.  
NOTE:  
SETTING THE CLOCK  
1. Touch CLOCK pad.  
·Time countdown can be seen in  
display for 3 seconds before clock or  
cooking time is returned to display.  
·Touch TIMER and then touch RESET  
to cancel TIMER during timing  
process.  
2. Use the number pads to enter the  
correct time. You must touch at least  
three numbers to set the clock(one for  
hour and two for minutes).  
3. Touch CLOCK pad again.  
NOTE:  
SETTING COOKING TIMES AND  
POWER LEVELS  
This is a 12 hour clock. When the oven  
is first plugged in or when power  
resumes after a power interruption, the  
display will show ENTER CLOCK TIME,  
if you prefer to not have the clock  
displayed, touch RESET pad. You can  
check the clock time while cooking is in  
progress by touching the CLOCK pad.  
A. One-stage Cooking  
1. Use the number pads to set a cooking  
time. You can set a cooking time from  
one seconds to 99 minutes and 99  
seconds. If you are setting a time greater  
than one minute, you must enter  
numbers for both minutes and seconds.  
For example, to set 20 minutes, enter  
2,0,0,0.  
SETTING THE OVEN TIMER  
1. Touch TIMER pad.  
2. Enter the amount of time you want to  
count down by touching the  
number pads. Digit time is in minutes  
2. If you want to set a power level other  
than 100% power, touch POWER, then  
use the number pads to enter the power  
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level. You can set the power level  
from 1 to 9.  
timer sets minutes and seconds from  
left to right so a single digit can be set  
(5 for 5 seconds ) or up to 4 digits  
(2405 for 24 minutes 5 seconds).  
3. Touch START/STOP pad.  
3. Touch START/STOP to start cooking.  
USE THESE SINGLE DIGIT TO  
REPRESENT POWER LEVELS  
Number pad  
% of Power  
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
90%  
80%  
70%  
60%  
50%  
40%  
30%  
20%  
NOTE:  
·After time has elapsed four beeps  
sound and END appears in display.  
Touch RESET pad or open door to  
clear END before starting another  
cooking function.  
10%  
·After setting SPEED DEFROST, oven  
can be programmed to automatically  
switch to one or two-Stage cooking.  
A. For speed defrost and one stage  
cooking, follow steps above. Before  
touching START/STOP pad, touch  
COOK pad, enter time and power  
level. Then touch START/STOP pad.  
B. For speed defrost and two stage  
cooking, follow steps above. Before  
touching START/STOP pad, enter  
two-stage cooking programs.  
B. Two-stage Cooking  
Some recipes require different stages of  
cooking at different temperatures.  
1. SET STAGE 1:  
Follow steps 1 and 2 in One-stage  
Cooking.  
DO NOT TOUCH START/STOP PAD.  
2. SET STAGE 2:  
Touch COOK pad then enter proper  
cooking time and (lower) power level.  
(Most 2-stage recipes use lower  
power for second stage.)  
3. Touch START/STOP pad.  
NOTE:  
SETTING COOK BY WEIGHT”  
1. Touch COOK BY WEIGHT pad.  
2. Enter the one-digit code by touching  
the correct number pad.  
After total time has elapsed, 4  
beeps sound and END appears in  
display. Touch RESET pad or open oven  
door to clear END before starting  
another cooking function.  
3. Enter weight.  
4. Touch START/STOP PAD.  
NOTE:  
·Your microwave oven makes cooking  
easy. You set the type and weight of  
food, and the oven automatically sets  
the cooking time and power level.  
SETTING SPEED DEFROST”  
1. Touch SPEED DEFROST pad.  
2. Enter desired defrosting time by  
touching correct number pads. Digital  
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COOK BY WEIGHT CODE  
before carving.  
DESCRIPTIONS  
CODE  
TYPE  
Beef  
MAX WEIGHT  
5 lb. 16 oz.  
5 lb. 16 oz.  
5 lb. 14 oz.  
SETTING DEFROST BY WEIGHT”  
1. Touch DEFROST BY WEIGHT pad.  
2. Enter weight.  
1
2
3
Mutton  
Pork  
3. Touch START/STOP pad.  
NOTE:  
·Meat must be defrosted and at  
refrigerated temperature.  
·Weight must be in pounds and ounces.  
Ounce weights less than 10 must be  
preceded by a 0. If label gives weight  
in pounds only, change the fraction  
of a pound to ounces using the chart on  
this page.  
·Weight must be in pounds and ounces.  
Ounce weights less than 10 must be  
preceded by a 0. If label gives weight  
in pounds only, change the fraction  
of a pound to ounces using the  
following chart.  
·Turn food over when oven beep twice.  
Touch START/STOP pad to resume  
defrosting.  
CONVERTING FRACTIONS  
OF A POUND TO OUNCES  
FRACTIONS  
OUNCES  
OF A POUND  
Less than .03  
.03 to .09  
.10 to .15  
.16 to .21  
.22 to .27  
.28 to .34  
.35 to .40  
.41 to .46  
.47 to .53  
.54 to 59  
.60 to .65  
.66 to .71  
.72 to .78  
.79 to .84  
.85 to .90  
.91 to .97  
above .97  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
·After total defrosting time, 4 beeps  
sound and END appears in display.  
Touch RESET or open oven door to  
clear END before starting another  
cooking function.  
SETTING SAFETY LOCK”  
The safety lock prevents unsupervised  
operation by little children.  
To set, press and hold RESET pad for 3  
seconds, LOCK indicator lights.  
To cancel, press and hold RESET pad  
for 3 seconds, LOCK indicator goes off.  
go to next even  
·Turn meat over when oven beep twice.  
Touch START/STOP to resume cooking.  
·After total cooking time, 4 beeps sound  
and END appears in display. Touch  
RESET or open oven door to clear  
TO STOP THE OVEN WHILE THE OVEN  
IS OPERATING  
1. Touch START/STOP pad.  
·You can restart the oven by touching  
START/STOP pad.  
END before starting another cooking  
function. Let meat stand few minutes  
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NOTE:  
·Touch RESET to erase all instructions.  
2. Open the door.  
·Oven stops operating when door is  
·You can restart the oven by closing the  
door and touching START/STOP pad.  
opened.  
ABOUT QUICK COOK SETTINGS  
BAKED POTATO  
The QUICK COOK settings allow you to  
cook or reheat food automatically without  
entering power level or time.  
For 3.5 to 5 oz. potatoes:  
1. Touch BAKED POTATO once.  
2. Enter number of potatoes by touching  
number pads from 1 to 4.  
3. Touch START..  
For smaller portions, simply touch the  
applicable pad and start.  
portions, push the pad twice.  
For larger  
FROZEN DINNER, BAKED POTATO  
and BEVERAGE allow you to cook  
multiple amounts of the same food. Simply  
touch pad once, and ENTER AMT appears  
In the display. Enter the amount of  
servings and start.  
For the large 6 to 8 oz. potatoes:  
1. Touch POTATO twice.  
2. Enter number of potatoes by touching  
number pads from 1 to 4.  
3. Touch START.  
PIZZA  
POPCORN  
Reheating a slice of pizza:  
1. Touch PIZZA once. CODE and  
cooking time appears.  
1. Touch POPCORN.  
2. CODE and cooking time appears in  
the display. POPCORN automatically sets  
the cooking time for a 3 to 3 1/2 oz. bag of  
microwave popcorn.  
2. Touch START.  
Heating a whole frozen pizza:  
1. Touch PIZZA twice. CODE and  
cooking time appears.  
3. Touch START.  
NOTE:  
2. Touch START.  
·To change the preset POPCORN time:  
Touch POPCORN twice. ENTER TIME  
appears in display. Touch number pads to  
enter minutes and seconds. Touch START.  
This new cooking time will remain  
whenever you use the POPCORN setting.  
BEVERAGE  
For 4 to 6 oz. cups:  
1. Touch BEVERAGE once.  
2. Enter number of cups by touching  
number pads from 1 to 4.  
3. Touch START.  
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For the larger 7 to 9 oz. cups:  
1. Touch BEVERAGE twice.  
2. Enter number of mugs by touching  
number pads from 1 to 4.  
dinner :  
1. Touch FROZEN DINNER twice.  
2. For 1 entrée or 2 entrees, touch the  
number pad 2.  
3. Touch START.  
3. Touch START.  
FROZEN DINNER  
REHEAT  
For one or two small (5-7 oz.) frozen  
dinners:  
1. Touch REHEAT pad. CODE and  
cooking time appears.  
1. Touch FROZEN DINNER once.  
2. For 1 entree or 2 entrees, touch the  
number pad 1or 2.  
2. Touch START.  
NOTE:  
This setting lets you reheat a dinner  
plate of chilled leftovers with good results.  
3. Touch START pad.  
Microwaving one large (8-10 oz.) frozen  
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CLEANING AND CARE  
1. When cleaning surfaces of door and  
from accidentally turning on.  
oven that comes together on closing the  
door, use only mild, nonabrasive soups,  
or detergents applied with a sponge or  
soft cloth.  
7. If steam accumulates inside or around  
the outside of the oven door, wipe with  
a soft cloth. This may occur when the  
microwave oven is operated under high  
humidity conditions, this is normal.  
2. Turn off the oven and remove the power  
plug from the wall socket before  
cleaning.  
8. It is occasionally necessary to remove  
the glass tray for cleaning. Wash the  
tray in warm sudsy water or in a  
dishwasher.  
3. Keep the inside of the oven clean.  
When food splatters or spilled liquids  
adhere to oven walls, wipe with a damp  
cloth. Mild detergent may be used if the  
oven gets very dirty. Avoid the use of  
spray and other harsh cleaners as they  
may stain, streak or dull the door  
surface.  
9. The roller ring and oven floor should be  
cleaned regularly to avoid excessive  
noise. Simply wipe the bottom surface  
of the oven with mild detergent. The  
roller ring may be washed in mild sudsy  
water or dishwasher. When removing  
the roller ring from cavity floor for  
cleaning, be sure to replace in the  
proper position.  
4. The outside surfaces should be cleaned  
with a damp cloth. To prevent damage  
to the operating parts inside the oven,  
water should not be allowed to seep  
into the ventilation openings.  
10. Remove odors from your oven by  
combining a cup of water with the juice  
and skin of one lemon in a deep bowl,  
5. Wipe the window on both sides with a  
damp cloth to remove any spills or  
spatters.  
microwave for  
5
minutes. Wipe  
thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth.  
11.When it becomes necessary to replace  
the oven light, please consult a dealer  
to have it replaced.  
6. Do not allow the control panel to  
become wet. Clean with a soft, damp  
cloth. When cleaning the control panel,  
leave oven door open to prevent oven  
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BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE  
IF THE OVEN FAILS TO OPERATE  
1.  
Check to ensure that the oven is plugged in securely. If it is not, remove the plug  
from the outlet, wait 10 seconds, and plug it in again securely.  
2.  
Check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker. If these seem to be  
operating properly, test the outlet with another appliance.  
3.  
4.  
Check to ensure that the control panel is programmed correctly and the timer is set.  
Check to ensure that the door is securely closed engaging the door safety lock  
system. Otherwise, the microwave energy will not flow into the oven.  
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WARRANY  
This product carries a warranty that it will be free from defects in material and  
workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase.  
NOTE: This warranty does not cover damages resulting from accident, misuse or abuse,  
lack of reasonable care, the affixing of any attachment not provided with the product, loss  
of parts, or subjecting the appliance to any but the specified voltage. If malfunction occurs,  
do not use the unit. Simply return the unit to the store at which it was purchased.  
Sears will replace your unit at no charge to you.  
The above warranty applies only to microwave ovens which are used for private household  
purpose.  
SOLD BY SEARS CANADA INC.  
TORONTO, ONTARIO M5B 2B8  
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