Whirlpool GBS277PDB Owners Manual - Page 11

Sensor Cook The sensor in the microwave oven detects humidity released from the food and automatically sets a cooking time based on the selected food category. Use the following chart as a guide. FOOD QUANTITY/INSTRUCTIONS Baked Potatoes 1-4 medium, 10-13 oz (283-369 g) each/ Pierce each one several times with a fork. Place on turntable around edges, at least 1" (2.5 cm) apart. At the end of cooking, let stand 5 minutes after cooking. Frozen Vegetables 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/ Remove from package. Place in microwave-safe container. Cover with plastic wrap and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. Fresh Vegetables 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/ Place in microwave-safe container and add 2-4 tbs (30-60 mL) water. Cover with plastic wrap and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. Frozen Entrée 10-20 oz (283-567 g)/ Remove from package. Loosen cover on three sides. If entrée is not in microwave-safe container, place on plate, cover with plastic wrap and vent. Rice 0.5-2 cups (125-500 mL) dry rice (Use medium or long grain rice.)/ Follow measurements on package for ingredient amounts. Place rice and liquid in microwave-safe dish. Cover with loose-fitting lid. Let stand 5 minutes after cooking, or until liquid is absorbed. Stir. Fish Seafood 0.25-2 lbs (113-907 g)/ Place in microwave-safe dish. Cover with plastic wrap and vent. Let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking. NOTE: When covering foods, make sure the vent opening is large enough for the moisture to escape. This will allow the sensor to accurately determine cooking time. To Use Sensor Cook: 1. Place food on the turntable and close the door. 2. Touch COOK until the desired food type is displayed. The microwave oven will start automatically after a brief delay. When the cycle ends, "END" will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones. 3. Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones. Sensor Reheat The sensor in the microwave oven detects humidity released from the food and automatically sets a reheat time based on the selection. Use the following chart as a guide. FOOD SERVING SIZE/INSTRUCTIONS Dinner Plate (refrigerated) 8-16 oz (227-454 g)/ Place food on microwave-safe plate, cover with plastic wrap and vent. Soup 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/ Place in microwave-safe container, cover with plastic wrap and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after reheating. Sauce 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/ Place in microwave-safe container, cover with plastic wrap and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after reheating. Casserole (refrigerated) 1-4 cups (250 mL-1 L)/ Place in microwave-safe container, cover with plastic wrap and vent. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after reheating. NOTE: When covering foods, make sure the vent opening is large enough for the moisture to escape. This will allow the sensor to accurately determine cooking time. To Use Sensor Reheat: 1. Place food on the turntable and close the door. 2. Touch REHEAT until the desired food type is displayed. The microwave oven will start automatically after a brief delay. When the cycle ends, "END" will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones. 3. Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones. 11