Viking Range Corporation
installation / use & care
manual
e n t r
o r a t i o n
built-in / freestanding
microwave ovens
Service Information
If service is required:
1. Call your dealer or authorized service agency. The name of the
authorized service agency can be obtained from the dealer or dis-
tributor in your area.
2. Have the following information readily available:
a. Model number
b. Serial number
c. Date purchased
d. Name of dealer from whom purchased
3. Clearly describe the problem that you are having.
If you are unable to obtain the name of an authorized service agency, or if you
continue to have service problem, contact Viking Range Corporation at (888)
845-4641 or write to:
VIKING RANGE CORPORATION
PREFERRED SERVICE
111 Front Street
Greenwood, Mississippi (MS) 38930 USA
Record the information indicated below. You will need it if service is ever re-
quired. The model and serial number for your microwave oven are located on
the left side of the microwave oven cavity on an identification label.
Model Number ___________________________ Serial Number ___________________________
Date of Purchase _________________________ Date Installed ___________________________
Dealer's Name ______________________________________________________________________
Address _____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
If service requires installation of parts, use only authorized parts to ensure
protection under the warranty.
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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Table of Contents
2 Service Information
3 Table of Contents
19-23 Sensor Options
20-22 Sensor Options Chart
23 Frozen Foods Chart
24-36 Cooking
4-5 Important Safety
Instructions
5 Precautions to Avoid
Possible Exposure to
Excessive Microwave
Energy
24 Breakfast and Lunch
25-26 Breakfast Chart
26 Lunch Chart
27 15 Minute Dinners and
Preset Recipes
6-7 Installation Instructions
8 Grounding Instructions
28-30 15 Minute Dinners
30-32 Preset Recipes
33-35 Defrost
9-13 Information You Need
to Know
9 About Your Microwave
Oven
36 Beverages
9 About Children and the
Microwave
36 Beverages Chart
37-40 Other Convenient
Features
10 About Food
11 About Utensils and
Coverings
37 Warm/Hold
37 Multiple Sequence
Cooking
12 About Microwave Cooking
13 About Safety
38 More or Less Time
Adjustment
14-15 Part Names
38-39 Help (Control pad)
40 Touch On
14 Microwave Oven Parts
15 Control Panel
40 Timer
16 Before Operating
16 To Set the Clock
40 Help (Display indicator)
41 Demonstration Mode
41 Add-A-Minute
16 Language/Weight
Selection
16 Stop/Clear
41-42 Cleaning and Care
43 Specifications
44 Service Call Check
45 Warranty
17-18 Manual Operation
17 Time Cooking
17 To Set Power Level
18 Manual Defrost
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Important Safety Instructions
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:
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
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” on page 5.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded
outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” on page 8.
4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided instal-
lation instructions.
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
microwave 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 micro-
wave 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.
8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped.
9. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel.
Contact nearest Viking Authorized Servicer for examination, repair or
adjustment.
10. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
11. 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 or near a
swimming pool, or similar locations.
12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
15. See door surface cleaning instructions on page 41.
16. To reduce the risk of fire in the microwave oven cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic
or other combustible materials are placed inside the microwave oven to
facilitate cooking.
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in
microwave oven.
c. If materials inside the microwave oven should ignite, keep microwave
oven door closed, turn microwave oven off and disconnect the power
cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
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.
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17. Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea are able to be overheated beyond the
boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or
boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not
always present. THIS 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 persons:
a. Do not overheat the liquid.
b. Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
c. Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. Use a wide-
mouthed container.
d. After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven at
least for 20 seconds before removing the container.
e. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the con-
tainer.
18. If the microwave oven is installed as a built-in, observe the following
instructions:
a. Do not mount over a sink.
b. Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance surface when the
appliance is in operation.
19. If the microwave oven light fails, consult a VIKING AUTHORIZED SERVICER.
SAVE THESE IN STRUCTIO N S
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this microwave oven with the door open
since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to micro-
wave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety
interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the microwave oven front face and
the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing
surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the microwave oven if it is damaged. It is particularly
important that the microwave oven door close properly and that there
is no damage to the: (1) door (bent), (2) hinges and latches (broken or
loosened), (3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The microwave oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone
except properly qualified service personnel.
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Installation Instructions
Unpacking and Examining Your Microwave Oven
Remove all packing materials from inside the
microwave oven cavity; however, DO NOT
REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER, which
is located on the right cavity wall. Read
enclosures and SAVE the Installation/Use
and Care Manual.
Check the microwave oven for any damage,
such as misaligned or bent door, damaged
door seals and sealing surfaces, broken or
loose door hinges and latches and dents
inside the cavity or on the door. If there is
any damage, do not operate the microwave oven and contact your dealer or
VIKING AUTHORIZED SERVICER.
Choosing a Location for Your Microwave Oven on the Counter
You will use the microwave oven frequently so plan its location for ease of use.
It’s wise, if possible, to have counter space on at least one side of the micro-
wave oven. Allow at least 2 inches on the sides, top and at the rear of the
microwave oven for air circulation.
Built-in Trim Kit
Frame Assembly
Choosing a Location for Your Built-in
Microwave Oven
Your microwave oven can be built into a
cabinet or wall by itself or above an oven.
To install a microwave oven above a built-in
oven, the applicable trim kits are as follows:
VIKING Professional Series:
• For installation with an electric 27" wide
single oven (VESO176) use built-in trim kit
VMTK270.
Microwave
oven Front
• For installation with an electric 30" wide
single oven (VESO105) use built-in trim kit
VMTK300.
• For installation with a gas (VGS0166) or electric (VES0165) 36" wide single
oven use built-in trim kit VMTK360SS.
Do not build in above any other gas or electric oven.
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See built-in trim kit installation instructions
for proper location when building in
above the specified ovens. Carefully
follow both the oven installation instruc-
tions and built-in trim kit instructions.
Over Oven Installation
The opening in the wall or cabinet must
be within the following dimensions:
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A HEIGHT : 16 /4" - 17"
297/16"
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3
B WIDTH : 24 /8" - 24 /16"
C DEPTH : minimum 20"
Outlet should NOT be in the shaded area
as indicated.
1. If the dimension of DEPTH (C) is more than 21", the outlet location may be
any area on the rear wall.
2. The floor of the opening should be
constructed of plywood strong enough
to support the weight of the microwave
6"
o ve n and flo o r lo ad (ab o ut 100
pounds). The floor should be level for
4"
proper operation of the microwave
ove n. Be sure to che ck the local
building code as it may require that
the opening be enclosed with sides,
ceiling and rear partition. The proper
functioning of the microwave oven
does not require the enclosure.
A
4"
B
C
The built-in trim kit includes all the necessary parts and easy-to-follow instruc-
tions for installation as well as location of the power supply.
The ease of assembly for these kits will allow installation into an existing wall
opening in less than an hour (if power outlet is already properly located).
All it takes are four steps and a Phillips screw driver.
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Grounding Instructions
This appliance must be grounded. This microwave oven is equipped with a
cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. It must be plugged into
a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with
the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. In the event of
an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing
an escape wire for the electric current.
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. or more protected electrical supply. It is
recommended that a separate circuit serving only this
appliance be provided.
The microwave oven is equipped with a 3-prong
grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall recep-
tacle that is properly installed and grounded. Should
you only have a 2-prong outlet, have a qualified elec-
trician install a correct wall receptacle.
A 3-prong adapter may be purchased and used tem-
porarily if local codes allow. Follow package directions.
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risk of becoming entangled
in or tripping over a longer cord.
Extension Cord
If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that
has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug
on the microwave oven. The marked rating of the extension cord should be
AC 115-120 volt, 15 amp. or more.
Be careful not to drape the cord over the countertop or table where it can be
pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.
Notes:
1. If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions,
consult a qualified electrician or service person.
2. Neither Viking nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the
microwave oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the cor-
rect electrical connection procedures.
Radio or TV Interference
Should there be any interference caused by the microwave oven to your radio
or TV, check that the microwave oven is on a different electrical circuit, relo-
cate the radio or TV as far away from the microwave oven as feasible or check
position and signal of receiving antenna.
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Information You Need To Know
About Your Microwave Oven
This Installation/Use and Care Manual is valuable: read it carefully and always
save it for reference.
A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. Check it for microwave cook-
ing principles, techniques, hints and recipes.
NEVER use the microwave oven without the turntable and support nor turn
the turntable over so that a large dish could be placed in the microwave oven.
The turntable will turn both clockwise and counterclockwise.
ALWAYS have food in the microwave oven when it is on to absorb the micro-
wave energy.
When using the microwave oven at power levels below 100%, you may hear
the magnetron cycling on and off. It is normal for the exterior of the microwave
oven to be warm to the touch when cooking or reheating.
Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking. Room humidity and the
moisture in food will influence the amount of moisture that condenses in the
microwave oven. Generally, covered foods will not cause as much condensa-
tion as uncovered ones. Vents on the microwave oven back must not be blocked.
The microwave oven is for food preparation only. It should not be used to dry
clothes or newspapers.
Your microwave oven is rated 1100 watts by using the IEC Test Procedure. In
using recipes or package directions, check food a minute or two before the
minimum time and add time accordingly.
About Children and the Microwave
Children below the age of 7 should use the microwave oven with a supervising
person very near to them. Between the ages of 7 and 12, the supervising
person should be in the same room.
The child must be able to reach the microwave oven comfortably; if not, he/
she should stand on a sturdy stool.
At no time should anyone be allowed to lean or swing on the microwave oven
door.
Children should be taught all safety precautions: use potholders, remove cov-
erings carefully, pay special attention to packages that crisp food because
they may be extra hot.
Don’t assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he/she can
cook everything.
Children need to learn that the microwave oven is not a toy. See page 38 for
Child Lock feature.
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About Food
DON'T
FOOD
DO
Eggs,
• Puncture egg yolks
before cooking to
• Cook eggs in shells.
• Reheat whole eggs.
sausages,
nuts, seeds,
fruits &
prevent “explosion”.
• Dry nuts or seeds in
shells.
• Pierce skins of potatoes,
apples, squash, hot dogs
and sausages so that
steam escapes.
vegetables
• Pop popcorn in regular
brown bags or glass
bowls.
Popcorn
• Use specially bagged
popcorn for the micro-
wave oven.
• Exceed maximum time
on popcorn package.
• Listen while popping
corn for the popping to
slow to 1 or 2 seconds or
use special Popcorn pad.
• Heat disposable bottles.
• Transfer baby food to
small dish and heat
carefully, stirring often.
Check temperature
before serving.
Baby food
• Heat bottles with nipples
on.
• Heat baby food in
original jars.
• Put nipples on bottles
after heating and shake
thoroughly. “Wrist” test
before feeding.
• Cut baked goods with
filling after heating to
release steam and avoid
burns.
General
• Heat or cook in closed
glass jars or air tight
containers.
• Can in the microwave as
harmful bacteria may not
be destroyed.
• Stir liquids briskly before,
during and after heating
to avoid “eruption”.
• Deep fat fry.
• Use deep bowl, when
cooking liquids or
cereals, to prevent
boilovers.
• Dry wood, gourds, herbs
or wet papers.
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About Utensils and Coverings
It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many pieces already in your kitchen
can be used successfully in your new microwave oven. Make sure the utensil
does not touch the interior walls during cooking.
Use these utensils for safe microwave cooking and reheating:
• glass ceramic (Pyroceram®), such as Corningware®.
• heat-resistant glass (Pyrex®)
• microwave-safe plastics
• paper plates
• microwave-safe pottery, stoneware and porcelain
• browning dish (Do not exceed recommended preheating time. Follow
manufacturer's directions.)
These items can be used for short time reheating of foods that have little
fat or sugar in them:
• wood, straw, wicker
DO NOT USE
• metal pans and bakeware
• dishes with metallic trim
• non-heat-resistant glass
• non-microwave-safe plastics (margarine tubs)
• recycled paper products
• brown paper bags
• food storage bags
• metal twist-ties
Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving, place the empty
dish in the microwave oven and microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. A dish
which becomes very hot should not be used.
The following coverings are ideal:
• Paper towels are good for covering foods for reheating and absorbing
fat while cooking bacon.
• Wax paper can be used for cooking and reheating.
• Plastic wrap that is specially marked for microwave use can be used for
cooking and reheating. DO NOT allow plastic wrap to touch food. Vent
so steam can escape.
• Lids that are microwave-safe are a good choice because heat is kept
near the food to hasten cooking.
• Microwave oven cooking bags are good for large meats or foods that
need tenderizing. DO NOT use metal twist ties. Remember to slit bag
so steam can escape.
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How to use aluminum foil in your microwave oven:
• Small flat pieces of aluminum foil placed smoothly on the food can be
used to shield areas that are either defrosting or cooking too quickly.
• Foil should not come closer than one inch to any surface of the micro-
wave oven.
Should you have questions about utensils or coverings, check a good micro-
wave cookbook or follow recipe suggestions.
ACCESSORIES There are many microwave accessories available for purchase.
Evaluate carefully before you purchase so that they meet your needs. A micro-
wave-safe thermometer will assist you in determining correct doneness and
assure you that foods have been cooked to safe temperatures. Viking is not
responsible for any damage to the microwave oven when accessories are used.
About Microwave Cooking
• Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards outside of dish.
• Watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and
add more as needed. Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite.
• Cover foods while cooking. Check recipe or cookbook for suggestions: paper
towels, wax paper, microwave plastic wrap or a lid. Covers prevent spatter-
ing and help foods to cook evenly.
• Shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil any thin areas of meat or poul-
try to prevent overcooking before dense, thick areas are cooked thoroughly.
• Stir foods from outside to center of dish once or twice during cooking, if
possible.
• Turn foods over once during microwaving to speed cooking of such foods
as chicken and hamburgers. Large items like roasts must be turned over at
least once.
• Rearrange foods such as meatballs halfway through cooking both from top
to bottom and from the center of the dish to the outside.
• Add standing time. Remove food from microwave oven and stir, if possible.
Cover for standing time which allows the food to finish cooking without
overcooking.
• Check for doneness. Look for signs indicating that cooking temperatures
have been reached.
Doneness signs include:
- Food steams throughout, not just at edge.
- Center bottom of dish is very hot to the touch.
- Poultry thigh joints move easily.
- Meat and poultry show no pinkness.
- Fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
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About Safety
• Check foods to see that they are cooked to the United States Department
of Agriculture's recommended temperatures.
To test for doneness, insert a meat thermometer in a thick or dense area away
from fat or bone. NEVER leave the thermometer in the food during cooking,
unless it is approved for microwave oven use.
TEMP
FOOD
160˚F
(71˚C)
... for fresh pork, ground meat, boneless white poultry, fish,
seafood, egg dishes and frozen prepared food.
165˚F
(74˚C)
... for leftover, ready-to-reheat refrigerated, and deli and
carry-out “fresh” food.
170˚F
(77˚C)
... white meat of poultry.
... dark meat of poultry.
180˚F
(82˚C)
• ALWAYS use potholders to prevent burns when handling utensils that are in
contact with hot food. Enough heat from the food can transfer through utensils
to cause skin burns.
• Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from the face and hands. Slowly
lift the farthest edge of a dish's covering and carefully open popcorn and
microwave oven cooking bags away from the face.
• Stay near the microwave oven while it's in use and check cooking progress
frequently so that there is no chance of overcooking food.
• NEVER use the cavity for storing cookbooks or other items.
• Select, store and handle food carefully to preserve its high quality and
minimize the spread of foodborne bacteria.
• Keep waveguide cover clean. Food residue can cause arcing and/or fires.
• Use care when removing items from the microwave oven so that the utensil,
your clothes or accessories do not touch the safety door latches.
• Keep aluminum foil used for shielding at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from
walls, ceiling and door of microwave oven.
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Part Names
Microwave Oven Parts
1
2
3
One touch door open button
Push to open door.
8
9
Removable turntable
Place the turntable on the
turntable support securely.
The turntable will rotate clockwise
or counterclockwise. Only remove
for cleaning.
Microwave oven door with see-
through window
Safety door latches
The microwave oven will not
operate unless the door is
securely closed.
Ventilation openings (Rear)
10 Microwave oven light
It will light when microwave oven
is operating or door is open.
4
5
6
7
Door hinges
Door seals and sealing surfaces
Turntable motor shaft
11 Waveguide cover: DO NOT
REMOVE.
Removable turntable support
Carefully place the turntable
support in the center of the
microwave oven floor.
12 Auto-Touch control panel
13 Interactive display: 99 minutes,
99 seconds
14 COOKING menu label
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Control Panel
The two-line, Interactive Display spells out operating steps and shows
cooking hints. When HELP is lighted in the display, touch the Help pad
to read a specific hint which may assist you.
Indicators
19-22
38-39
23
24-36
40
16
37
41
17
40
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Number next to the control panel illustration indicates pages
on which there are feature descriptions and usage information.
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Before Operating
• Before operating your new microwave oven make sure you read and under-
stand this Installation/Use and Care Manual completely.
• Before the microwave oven can be used, follow these procedures:
1.Plug in the microwave oven. Close the door. The microwave oven display
will show WELCOME PRESS CLEAR AND PRESS CLOCK
2.Touch the Stop/Clear pad. : will appear.
3.Set clock.
.
To Set the Clock
• Suppose you want to enter the correct time of day 12:30 (A.M. or P.M.).
PROCEDURE
DISPLAY
ENTER
TIME OF
1. Touch Timer/Clock pad and number 2 pad.
DAY
2. Enter the correct time of day by touching
the numbers in sequence.
12:30
Touch Timer/Clock pad again.
This is a 12 hour clock. If you attempt to enter an incorrect clock time, ERROR will
appear in the display. Touch the Stop/Clear pad and re-enter the time.
• If the electrical power supply to your microwave oven should be interrupted,
the display will intermittently show WELCOME PRESS CLEAR AND PRESS CLOCK after
the power is reinstated. If this occurs during cooking, the program will be
erased. The time of day will also be erased. Simply touch Stop/Clear pad
and reset the clock for the correct time of day.
Language / Weight Selection
The microwave oven comes set for English and U.S. Customary Unit-pounds. To
change, touch Help and the number 4 pad. Continue to touch the number 4 pad
until your choice is selected. Then touch Start/Touch On. See page 39.
Stop / Clear
Touch the Stop/Clear pad to:
1. Erase if you make a mistake during programming.
2. Cancel timer.
3. Stop the microwave oven temporarily during cooking.
4. Return the time of day to the display.
5. Cancel a program during cooking, touch twice.
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Manual Operation
Time Cooking
Your microwave oven can be programmed for 99 minutes and 99 seconds
(99.99). Always enter the seconds after the minutes, even if they are both
zeros.
•
PROCEDURE
DISPLAY
5.00
1. Enter cooking time.
2. Touch Start/Touch On pad.
5.00
COOK
To Set Power Level
There are eleven preset power levels.
Using lower power levels increases the cooking time which is recommended
for foods such as cheese, milk and long slow cooking of meats. Consult cook-
book or recipes for specific recommendations.
TOUCH POWER
LEVEL PAD NUMBER OF
TIMES FOR DESIRED POWER
APPROXIMATE
PERCENTAGE
OF POWER
COMMON WORDS
FOR
POWER LEVELS
Power Level x 1
100%
High
Power Level x 2
Power Level x 3
90%
80%
Power Level x 4
Power Level x 5
70%
60%
Medium High
Medium
Power Level x 6
Power Level x 7
50%
40%
Power Level x 8
Power Level x 9
30%
20%
Med Low/Defrost
Low
Power Level x 10
Power Level x 11
10%
0%
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• Suppose you want to defrost for 5 minutes at 30%.
PROCEDURE
DISPLAY
5.00
1. Enter defrost time.
2. Touch Power Level pad eight times or hold
down until the desired power appears.
30
PERCENT
5.00
3. Touch Start/Touch On pad.
COOK
4. When the defrost time is complete, a long tone will
sound and END will appear in the display.
END
Manual Defrost
If the food that you wish to defrost is not listed on the Super Defrost and Auto
Charts or is above or below the limits in the “Amount” column on the Super
Defrost and Auto Charts (pages 34 and 35), you need to defrost manually.
You can defrost any frozen food, either raw or previously cooked, by using
Power Level 3. Follow the exact 4-step procedure found under To Set Power
Level. Estimate defrosting time and press Power Level eight times for 30%
power.
For either raw or previously cooked frozen food the rule of thumb is approxi-
mately 4 minutes per pound. For example, defrost 4 minutes for 1 pound of
frozen spaghetti sauce.
Always stop the microwave oven periodically to remove or separate the por-
tions that are defrosted. If food is not defrosted at the end of the estimated
defrosting time, program the microwave oven in 1 minute increments at 30%
until totally defrosted.
When using plastic containers from the freezer, defrost only long enough to
remove from the plastic in order to place in a microwave-safe dish.
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SENSOR OPTIONS
The Viking Sensor is a semi-conductor device that detects the vapor (moisture
and humidity) emitted from the food as it heats. The sensor adjusts the cook-
ing times and power level for various foods and quantities.
Using Sensor Settings:
1. After microwave oven is plugged in, wait 2 minutes before using SENSOR
OPTIONS.
2. Be sure the exterior of the cooking container and the interior of the micro-
wave oven are dry. Wipe off any moisture with a dry cloth or paper towel.
3. The microwave oven works with foods at normal storage temperature. For
example, popcorn would be at room temperature.
4. Any SENSOR OPTIONS selection can be programmed with More or Less
Time Adjustment. See page 38.
5. More or less food than the quantity listed in the chart should be cooked
following the guidelines in any microwave cookbook.
6. During the first part of SENSOR OPTIONS, the food name will appear on
the display. Do not open the microwave oven door or touch Stop/Clear
during this part of the cooking cycle. The measurement of vapor will be
interrupted. If this occurs, an error message will appear. To continue cook-
ing, touch the Stop/Clear pad and cook manually.
When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from the food, remainder of
cooking time will appear. The door may be opened when remaining
cooking time appears on the display. At this time, you may stir or season
food, as desired.
7. If the sensor does not detect vapor properly when popping popcorn, the
microwave oven will turn off, and the correct time of day will be displayed.
If the sensor does not detect vapor properly when cooking other foods,
ERROR will be displayed, and the microwave oven will turn off.
8. Check food for temperature after cooking. If additional time is needed,
continue to cook manually.
9. Each food has a cooking hint. Touch Help pad when the HELP indicator is
lighted in the display.
Covering Foods:
Some foods work best when covered. Use the cover recommended in the
SENSOR OPTIONS chart for these foods.
1. Casserole lid.
2. Plastic wrap: Use plastic wrap recommended for microwave cooking.
Cover dish loosely; allow approximately 1/2 inch to remain uncovered to
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allow steam to escape. Plastic wrap should not touch food.
3. Wax paper: Cover dish completely; fold excess wrap under dish to secure. If
dish is wider than paper, overlap two pieces at least one inch to cover.
Be careful when removing any covering to allow steam to escape away from
you.
Example:
You can cook many foods by simply selecting the food and touching Start/
Touch On. You don’t need to calculate cooking time or power level.
• Suppose you want to reheat canned chili.
1. Touch Reheat pad.
2. Touch Start/Touch On pad.
When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from the food, the remainder of
cooking time will appear.
Note:
The Fresh Vegetables and Poultry settings have 2 choices. Follow directions in
the Interactive Display to choose desired option.
Sensor Options Chart
FOOD
AMOUNT
PROCEDURE
1 package
Use only popcorn packaged for microwave
oven use. Try several brands to decide which
you like the best. Do not try to pop unpopped
kernels.
Popcorn
1.5 - 3.5 oz bag
4 - 36 oz
Touch Popcorn pad and then Start/Touch On.
Reheat
Place in dish or casserole slightly larger than
amount to be reheated. Flatten, if possible.
Cover with lid, plastic wrap or wax paper. Use
covers such as plastic wrap or lids with larger
quantities of more dense foods such as stews.
After reheating, stir well, if possible. Foods
should be very hot. If not, continue to heat
with variable power and time. After stirring,
re-cover and allow to stand 2 to 3 minutes.
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Sensor Options Chart (continued)
FOOD
AMOUNT
PROCEDURE
Fresh Vegetables: Soft
Broccoli
Brussels sprouts
Cabbage
Cauliflower (flowerets) .25 - 2.0 lb
Cauliflower (whole)
Spinach
Wash and place in casserole. Add no
water if vegetables have just been
washed. Cover with lid for tender
ve g e tab le s. Use p lastic wrap for
tender-crisp vegetables. Touch Fresh
Vegetables, number 1 and Start/
Touch On.
.25 - 2.0 lb
.25 - 2.0 lb
.25 - 2.0 lb
1 med.
.25 - 1.0 lb
.25 - 2.0 lb
2 - 4 med.
Zucchini
Baked apples
Fresh vegetables: Hard
Carrots, sliced
Corn on the cob
Green beans
Winter squash:
diced
Place in casserole. Add 1-4 tbsp
wate r. Cove r with lid for te nd e r
vegetables. Use plastic wrap cover
for tender-crisp vegetables. Touch
Fresh Vegetables, number 2 and
Start/Touch On.
.25 - 1.5 lb
2 - 4
.25 - 1.5 lb
.25 - 1.5 lb
1 - 2
halves
Rice
.5 - 2.0 cups Place rice into a deep casserole dish
and add double quantity of water.
Cover with lid or plastic wrap. After
cooking, stir, cover and let stand 3 to
5 minutes or until all liquid has been
absorbed.
Rice
Water Size of casserole dish
.5 cup
1 cup
1 cup
1.5 quart
2 cups
2 quart
1.5 cups 3 cups
2 cups 4 cups
2.5 or 3 quart
3 quart or larger
Baked Potatoes
1 - 8 med.
Pierce. Place on paper-towel-lined
turntable. After cooking, remove
fro m micro wave o ve n, wrap in
aluminum foil and let stand 5 to
10 minutes.
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Sensor Options Chart (continued)
FOOD
AMOUNT
PROCEDURE
Ground Meat
.25 - 2.0 lb Use this setting to cook ground beef or
turkey as patties or in a casserole to be
added to other ingredients. Place patties on
a microwave-safe rack and cover with wax
paper. Place ground meat in a casserole and
cover with wax paper or plastic wrap. When
microwave oven stops, turn patties over or
stir meat in casserole to break up large
pieces. Re-cover and touch Start/Touch On.
After cooking, let stand, covered, for 2 to 3
minutes.
Use boneless breast of chicken or turkey.
Cove r with ve nte d p lastic wrap . Touch
Poultry, number 1 and Start/Touch On pads.
When microwave oven stops, rearrange. Re-
cover and touch Start/Touch On pad. After
cooking, let stand, covered, 3 to 5 minutes.
Poultry should be 160˚F.
Poultry: Boneless .5 - 2.0 lb
Arrang e p ie ce s with me atie st p ortions
toward outside of glass dish or microwave
safe rack. Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Touch Poultry, number 2 and Start/Touch On
pads. After cooking, let stand, covered, 3 to
5 minutes. Dark meat should be 180˚F and
white meat should be 170˚F.
Bone-in .5 - 3.0 lb
Fish/Seafood
.25 - 2.0 lb Arrange in ring around shallow glass dish
(roll fillet with edges underneath). Cover with
vented plastic wrap. After cooking, let stand,
covered for 3 minutes.
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Frozen Foods Chart
FOOD
AMOUNT
PROCEDURE
Entrees
6 - 17 oz
Use this pad for frozen convenience foods. It
will give satisfactory results for most brands. You
may wish to try several and choose your favor-
ite. Remove package from outer wrapping and
follow package directions for covering. After
cooking, Iet stand, covered, for 1 to 3 minutes.
Snacks
3 - 8 oz
Use for frozen French fries, cheese sticks, appe-
tizers etc. Remove from outer package. Follow
package directions for how to wrap or cover.
Be careful when removing from the microwave
oven as snack may be very hot.
Vegetables .25 - 1.5 lb Add no water. Cover with lid or plastic wrap.
After cooking, stir and let stand, covered, for 3
minutes.
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COOKING
Your microwave oven has 6 convenience pads to assist with meal preparation.
There are some foods in the Breakfast, Lunch, 15 Minute Dinners and Preset
Recipes that use the sensor. See the sensor cooking information on page 19.
For foods not using the sensor, follow the directions in the Interactive Display
to enter quantity.
Breakfast and Lunch
Breakfast and Lunch are for cooking and heating popular foods that take a
short amount of time.
• Suppose you want to use Breakfast to cook 2 servings of hot cereal.
PROCEDURE
DISPLAY
SEE
SELECT
NUMBER
1. Touch Breakfast pad.
LABEL
FOOD
2. Select desired Breakfast setting
by touching desired number pad.
(Ex: Touch number 3 pad to select
hot cereal.)
HOT
ENTER
OF
CEREAL
NUMBER
SERVINGS
3. Enter quantity.
2
PRESS
(Ex: Touch number 2 pad for servings.)
SERVINGS START
Touch Start/Touch On pad.
After cooking, follow the directions in the display.
Note:
1. Heat rolls/muffins setting has 2 choices. Follow directions in the Interactive
Display to choose desired option.
2. Breakfast can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment. Touch
the Power Level pad once or twice before touching Start/Touch On pad.
See page 38.
3. Each food has a cooking hint. Touch Help pad when the HELP indicator is
lighted in the display.
4. Should you attempt to enter more or less than the allowed amount, an error
message will appear in the display.
More or less than the quantity listed in the chart should be cooked follow-
ing the guidelines in any microwave book.
5. The final cooking result will vary according to the food condition (e.g. initial
temperature, shape, quality, covering). Check food for temperature after
cooking. If additional time is needed, continue to cook manually.
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Breakfast Chart
FOOD
AMOUNT
PROCEDURE
1. Scrambled 1 - 9 eggs
Eggs
For each egg, use 1 teaspoon of butter or mar-
garine and 1 tablespoon of milk. Place butter or
margarine in dish, measuring cup or casserole
large enough for the egg to expand. Mix egg
and milk together. Pour onto butter or margarine
in dish. Place in microwave oven and program.
When audible signals are heard, stir egg mixture
moving the cooked portion to the center of the
dish and uncooked portion to the outside. After
cooking, stir and let stand, covered, until set. Note
that eggs will be slightly undercooked when
removed from the microwave oven.
2. Bacon
2 - 6 slices
Place bacon on paper plate, lined with paper
towel. Bacon should not extend over the rim of
plate. Cover with another paper towel. Allow ba-
con to stand a few minutes after removing from
the microwave oven to complete the cooking.
3. Hot Cereal 1 - 6 servings
Use individual packets or bulk cereal in your fa-
vorite variety: oatmeal, oat bran, cream of wheat,
farina or wheatena.
Follow package directions for the correct amount
of water or milk. To prevent boil overs, it is very
important to choose a large container because
microwave cooking of cereal causes high boiling.
If the microwave oven stops, stir and touch Start/
Touch On. After cooking, stir and let stand,
covered, for 2 minutes.
4. Rolls &
Muffins
Use this pad to warm rolls, muffins, biscuits,
bagels etc. Large items should be considered as
2 or 3 regular size. Arrange on plate, cover with
paper towel.
Fresh
1 - 10 pieces
To warm fresh rolls and muffins, touch Breakfast,
number 4 pad, and touch number 1 pad. Then
enter desired quantity and touch Start/Touch On
pad. For refrigerated rolls or muffins, it may be
necessary to double the entered amount to
ensure the proper serving temperature. For
example, enter quantity of 2 for 1 refrigerated
muffin.
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Breakfast Chart (continued)
*It is not necessary to enter amount.
FOOD
AMOUNT
PROCEDURE
Frozen
1 - 10 pieces For frozen rolls and muffins, touch Breakfast
pad and touch number 4 pad, then number 2
pad. Then enter desired quantity and touch
Start/Touch On pad.
5. Frozen
1 (3 - 6 oz)
This setting works well for frozen breakfast
entrees, pancakes, waffles, burritos etc. Fol-
low manufacturer’s directions for how to
prepare for microwaving. Allow to stand 1 or
2 minutes after cooking.
Breakfast
Foods*
Lunch Chart
*It is not necessary to enter amount.
PROCEDURE
FOOD
AMOUNT
1. Meal in the 1 cup
This setting is ideal for individual portions
Cup*
(6 - 8 oz)
o f canne d fo o d p acke d in
a
small
microwaveable container, usually 6 to 8
ounces. Remove inner metal lid and replace
outer microwaveable lid. After cooking, stir
food and allow to stand 1 or 2 minutes.
2. Hot Dogs
in Buns*
1 - 4 pieces Place hot dog in bun. Wrap each with paper
towel or napkin.
3. Soup*
1 - 8 cups
Place in bowl or casserole. Cover with lid or
plastic wrap. At end, stir, re-cover and let
stand 1 to 3 minutes.
4. Microwave
Pizza*
1
Use for frozen microwave pizza. Remove
from package and unwrap. Follow package
directions for use of package and/or silver
crisping disk.
(6 - 8 oz)
5. Frozen
1
Use for frozen microwaveable sandwiches.
Remove from package and follow directions
for placing in the microwave oven.
Sandwich*
(3 - 6 oz)
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15 Minute Dinners and Preset Recipes
15 Minute Dinners and Preset Recipes each offer five simple-to-prepare but
great tasting meals. Follow the specific directions on the Recipe Card and in
the Interactive Display.
• Suppose you want to use 15 Minute Dinners to cook Saucy Chicken.
PROCEDURE
DISPLAY
SEE
SELECT
RECIPE
NUMBER
1. Touch 15 Minute Dinners pad.
LABEL
2. Select desired 15 Minute Dinners
setting by touching desired
number pad.
SEE
CARD
PRESS
RECIPE
START
(Ex: Touch number 1 pad to select Saucy Chicken.)
Follow the Recipe Card for ingredients and instructions.
Touch Start/Touch On pad.
3. When the microwave oven stops, the
CHECK
RECIPE
INSTRUC- PRESS
TIONS 2
START
display will show the instruction
number on the Recipe Card.
Follow the instructions on the Recipe Card.
Touch Start/Touch On pad.
4. At end, the display will show the instruction
number on the Recipe Card.
CHECK
RECIPE
INSTRUC-
TIONS 3
Follow the instructions on the Recipe Card.
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15 Minute Dinners (Recipes serve 6)
1. SAUCY CHICKEN
1 Place in a 3-quart casserole:
1
tablespoon oil
1
/2 pound mushrooms, sliced
1
onion, chopped
1
tablespoon minced garlic
Stir well and cover. Touch 15 Minute Dinners, number 1 to select SAUCY
CHICKEN and then touch Start/Touch On.
2 Blend together:
8
ounces reduced fat cream cheese, softened
1
/4 cup milk
Stir into the cream cheese mixture:
1
2
10-ounce package of frozen peas
cups cooked, thinly sliced chicken breast
Salt and pepper to taste
At pause, drain liquid from mushrooms etc. Add cream cheese/peas/chicken
mixture and stir together. Re-cover. Touch Start/Touch On.
3 At end, stir in 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
Serve on top of baked potatoes or cooked pasta.
2. HAWAIIAN PORK
1 Place in 3-quart casserole:
1
1
tablespoon oil
pound boneless pork loin, cut into 1-inch strips, seasoned with salt
and pepper
Stir well and cover. Touch 15 Minute Dinners, number 2 to select HAWAIIAN
PORK and then touch Start/Touch On.
2 Combine well in a large bowl:
1
1
cup peach or apricot preserves
/4 cup barbecue sauce
2
2
1
tablespoons soy sauce
tablespoons cornstarch
cup coarsely chopped onions
At pause, add preserves/barbecue sauce mixture and stir together well.
Re-cover. Touch Start/Touch On.
3 At pause, add:
1
1
1
1
8-ounce can sliced water chestnuts, drained
green pepper, seeded and cut into 2-inch thin strips
red pepper, seeded and cut into 2-inch thin strips
20-ounce can pineapple chunks, drained
Stir to combine. Re-cover. Touch Start/Touch On.
4 At end, stir again.
Serve on cooked rice.
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3. FIESTA CHILI
1 Place in 3-quart casserole:
1
1 /4 pounds ground turkey
1
/2 cup diced onions
/2 cup diced red pepper
1
Break up turkey and stir in onions and red pepper. Cover. Touch 15 Minute
Dinners, number 3 to select FIESTA CHILI and then touch Start/Touch On.
2 At pause, drain and add to the casserole:
8
1
1
ounces chunky salsa
11-ounce can of Mexican corn, drained
15-ounce can chili with beans
1-3 teaspoons chili powder
Stir together well. Re-cover. Touch Start/Touch On.
3 At end, stir well.
Serve overcooked rice ornacho chips. Top with 2 cups shredded MontereyJack
or Cheddar cheese.
4. GLAZED SALMON
1 Combine:
1
/4 cup orange juice concentrate
2
1
tablespoons honey mustard
tablespoon grated fresh ginger or 2 teaspoons ground ginger
Place in 7" x 11" glass casserole:
1
1 /2 pound salmon fillet
1
Drizzle /2 of the orange mixture over top of salmon. Cover with plastic wrap.
Touch 15 Minute Dinners, number 4 to select GLAZED SALMON and then
touch Start/Touch On.
2 At pause, place around edge of salmon:
3
1
cups broccoli florets
red pepper cut into thin strips
Drizzle remaining orange mixture over vegetables. Top all with 2 tablespoons
toasted sesame seeds. Re-cover. Touch Start/Touch On.
3 At end, allow to stand, covered, for 3 to 5 minutes.
Serve with buttered rice, pasta or potatoes garnished with parsley.
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5. HEALTHY FRITTATA
1 Grease 9" pie plate. Place in it:
1
3
/2 pound mushrooms, sliced
/4 cup chopped onion
1
1
tablespoon minced garlic
/4 pound chopped low-fat smoked sausage
Coverwith plastic wrap. Touch 15 Minute Dinners, number5 to select HEALTHY
FRITTATA and then touch Start/Touch On.
2 At pause, drain and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine and stir together well:
3
1
large eggs
/2 cup nonfat sour cream
tablespoon Dijon mustard
/2 teaspoon salt
1
1
1
/8 teaspoon pepper
Add and stir together:
1
/2 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach,
thawed and squeezed dry
1
cup shredded Swiss cheese
Pour mixture in bowl over top of mushroom/onion/sausage mixture. Mix
together carefully.
Do not cover. Press Start/Touch On.
3 At end, remove from microwave oven and allow to stand for 3 to 5 minutes.
Serve with tossed salad and sliced tomatoes for brunch.
Preset Recipes (Recipes serve 6)
1. BEEF WRAPS
1 Place in a 2-quart casserole:
1
pound ground beef
Break apart and cover. Touch Preset Recipes, number 1 to select BEEF WRAPS
and then touch Start/Touch On.
2 At pause, drain fat and breakground beefinto smallpieces. Add to casserole:
1
10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1
1 /2 cups salsa
1-3 teaspoons chili powder
Stir together well. Re-cover. Touch Start/Touch On.
3 At end, stir well and place in 8 warmed corn tortillas. Top with 1 cup shredded
Cheddar cheese.
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2. MEXICAN CHICKEN
1 Place in layers in a 3-quart casserole:
2
1
2
cups instant rice
1
cup prepared fajita sauce mixed with /2 cup chicken broth or bouillon
10-ounce packages frozen seasoning mix (onion, peppers, parsley
and celery)
1
pound boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch thin strips
Cover. Touch Preset Recipes, number 2 to select MEXICAN CHICKEN and then
touch Start/Touch On.
2 At pause, stir together being sure that chicken strips are separated and mixed
into the rice/sauce. Re-cover. Press Start/Touch On.
3 At end, stir.
Serve with buttered green beans and toasted tortillas.
3. ITALIAN SALAD
1 To cook pasta: Place in 3-quart casserole:
6
cups very hot tap water
Cover. Touch Preset Recipes, number 3 to select ITALIAN SALAD and then
touch Start/Touch On.
2 At pause, add:
8
1
ounces tricolored rotini or fusilli pasta
teaspoon salad oil
Do not cover. Touch Start/Touch On.
3 At end, drain pasta and set aside.
To cook chicken: Place in 9" pie plate:
1
pound boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch thin strips
Cover. Press Start/Touch On.
4 At pause, rearrange moving less done pieces to the outside of the pie plate.
Re-cover. Press Start/Touch On.
5 Drain and set aside.
To make salad: Place in large salad bowl:
Cooked rotini or fusilli
Cooked chicken breast
2
tomatoes, cut into eighths
1
/2 cup sliced black olives
1
cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1
/4 cup red onion, chopped
3
/4-1 cup oil-vinegar type dressing with pesto
Toss together to coat all pieces. Serve immediately or chill to serve later.
Ideal when served with warm crusty rolls.
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4. TUNA MACARONI
1 To cook macaroni: Place in 3-quart casserole:
6
cups very hot tap water
Cover. Touch Preset Recipes, number 4 to select TUNA MACARONI and then
touch Start/Touch On.
2 At pause, add:
2
1
cups elbow macaroni
teaspoon salad oil
Do not cover. Touch Start/Touch On.
3 At end, drain macaroni and set aside in the casserole.
Combine in bowl:
1
1
1
can cream of celery soup
/2 cup milk
/2 cup nonfat sour cream
Add to macaroni in casserole:
Soup/milk/sour cream mixture
1
1
1
1
6 /2-ounce can solid white water packed tuna fish, drained and flaked
cup frozen peas
cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Stir together until well mixed. Cover. Touch Start/Touch On.
4 At end, stir again.
Serve with fresh carrot sticks, tossed salad and dinner rolls.
5. GARDEN MEDLEY
1
1 Place in 2 /2-quart casserole:
1
1
2
1
pound peeled baking potatoes, cut into eighths and thinly sliced
14 /2-ounce can diced tomatoes
teaspoons minced garlic
teaspoon thyme leaves
1
Cover. Touch Preset Recipes, number 5 to select GARDEN MEDLEY and then
touch Start/Touch On.
2 At pause, stir well and add:
1
2
16-ounce package frozen stir fry mixed vegetables
cups thinly sliced summer squash
Re-cover. Touch Start/Touch On.
3 At end, sprinkle top with 4 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese.
Serve with spinach salad and chilled melon.
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DEFROST
Defrost automatically defrosts all the foods found in the Super Defrost and
Auto Defrost Charts.
Super Defrost
Super Defrost rapidly defrosts specific foods and weights found in the Super
Defrost Chart (number 1-3). For these choices, it is not necessary to enter
weight.
• Suppose you want to defrost 1.0 pound boneless poultry.
PROCEDURE
DISPLAY
SEE
SELECT
NUMBER
1. Touch Defrost pad.
LABEL
FOOD
2. Touch the number pad 2 to select
boneless poultry.
1.0
BONELESS PRESS
POUND
CHICKEN
START
Touch Start/Touch On pad.
3. The microwave oven will stop so the
food can be checked. The display will
show:
TURN
SEPARATE PIECES
OVER
INTO
Touch Start/Touch On pad.
4. After defrost cycle ends, follow the
directions.
LET
3-5
STAND
MINUTES
Note:
1. To defrost other foods above or below the weights allowed on the Super
Defrost and Auto Defrost Charts, use time and 30% power. See Manual
Defrost on page 18.
2. Any setting in the Defrost can be programmed with More or Less Time
Adjustment. Touch the Power Level pad once or twice before touching
Start/Touch On pad.
3. Touch Help pad when the HELP indicator is lighted in the display for a
helpful hint.
4. If you attempt to enter more or less than the amount as indicated in the
chart, an error message will appear in the display.
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Super Defrost Chart
*It is not necessary to enter amount.
FOOD
AMOUNT
PROCEDURE
1. Ground Meat* 1.0 lb
At pause, turn over, removed any thawed
pieces and break remainder apart. At end, let
stand, covered, for 3 to 5 minutes.
2. Boneless
Chicken*
1.0 lb
2.0 lb
At pause, turn over and separate into pieces.
At end, let stand, covered, for 3 to 5 minutes.
3. Bone-in
At pause, turn over and separate into pieces.
At end, let stand, covered, for 3 to 5 minutes.
Chicken Pieces*
Note for Super Defrost:
Super Defrost provides just enough defrosting that the foods can be used in
recipes or for cooking. There will be some ice crystals remaining.
Auto Defrost
• Suppose you want to defrost a 2.0 pound steak, using Auto Defrost.
PROCEDURE
DISPLAY
SEE
SELECT
FOOD
NUMBER
OR FISH
1. Touch Defrost pad.
LABEL
2. Select desired Defrost setting by touching
the desired number pad. (Ex: Touch the
number pad 5 to select steak.)
STEAKS
CHOPS
ENTER
IN
WEIGHT
POUNDS
Enter weight. (Ex: Touch number pads 2 and
0 for 2.0 lb.) Touch Start/Touch On pad.
2.0
PRESS
START
POUNDS
3. The microwave oven will stop so the
TURN
OVER
COVER
EDGES
food can be checked. The display will
show:
FOOD
4. After the 1st stage, open the door. Turn steak over and shield any
warm portions. Close the door. Touch Start/Touch On.
5. After the 2nd stage, open the door.
CHECK
FOOD
STAND
COVER
COVERED
Shield any warm portions. Close the door.
Touch Start/Touch On.
EDGES
LET
6. After defrost cycle ends, follow the directions.
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Auto Defrost Chart
FOOD
AMOUNT
PROCEDURE
4. Ground
Meat
.5 - 3.0 lb
.5 - 4.0 lb
Remove any thawed pieces after each stage.
Let stand, covered, for 5 to 10 minutes.
5. Steaks,
Chops
After each stage, rearrange and if there are
warm or thawed portions, shield with small
flat pieces of aluminum foil. Remove any meat
or fish that is almost defrosted. Let stand,
covered, for 10 to 20 minutes.
or fish
6. Chicken
Pieces
.5 - 3.0 lb
After each stage, rearrange pieces or remove
portions should they become warm or thawed.
Let stand, covered, for 10 to 20 minutes.
7. Roast
2.0 - 4.0 lb Start defrosting with fat side down. After
each stage, turn roast over and shield the
warm portions with aluminum foil. Let stand,
covered, for 30 to 60 minutes.
8. Casserole
or Soup
1 - 8 cups
After audible signal, stir if possible. At end,
stir well and let stand, covered, for 5 to 10
minutes.
Note for Auto Defrost:
Check foods when microwave oven signals. After final stage, small sections
may still be icy. Let stand to continue thawing. Do not defrost until all ice
crystals are thawed.
Shielding prevents cooking from occurring before the center of the food is
defrosted. Use small smooth strips of aluminum foil to cover edges and
thinner sections of the food.
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Beverages
Beverages enables you to reheat coffee or tea to a more suitable drinking
temperature or to make instant coffee or tea.
• Suppose you want to reheat 2 cups of coffee.
PROCEDURE
DISPLAY
SEE
SELECT
FOOD
NUMBER
1. Touch Beverages pad.
LABEL
2. Select desired Beverages setting by
touching desired number pad. (Ex:
Touch number 2 pad to reheat coffee.)
REHEAT
CONTINUE
PRESSING FOR CUPS
2
Enter quantity by touching same number
pad 2 repeatedly. (Ex: Touch number 2
pad 4 times.)
2 CUPS
PRESS
START
3. Touch Start/Touch On pad.
Note:
1. Beverages can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment.
Touch the Power Level pad once or twice after selecting the amount. See
page 38.
2. Touch Help pad when the HELP indicator is lighted in the display, for a
helpful hint.
3. More or less than the quantity listed in the chart should be made following
the guidelines in any microwave book.
Beverages Chart
FOOD
AMOUNT
PROCEDURE
1. To Make
Coffee
1 - 4 cups
Use this se tting for he ating CO LD TAP
WATER to a temperature somewhat below the
boiling point to make instant coffee or tea.
Touch number 1 pad for 1 cup increase per
touch. Stir liquid briskly before and after
heating to avoid “eruption”.
or Tea
2. To Reheat .5 - 2.0 lb
Beverage
This setting is good for restoring a cooled
beverage to a better drinking temperature.
Touch number 2 pad for a 0.5 cup increase
per touch. Stir after heating.
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Other Convenient Features
Warm / Hold
Warm/Hold allows you to keep food warm up to 30 minutes.
To use, simply touch the Warm/Hold pad and enter the appropriate time (up
to 30 minutes). You can also program Warm/Hold with manual cooking to
keep food warm continuously after cooking.
Direct Use
• Suppose you want to keep a cup of soup warm for 15 minutes.
1. Touch Warm/Hold pad.
2. Touch Start/Touch On pad.
The microwave oven will start automatically. The display will show 15.00 and
count down. KEEP WARM will appear in the display every 10 seconds.
With Manual Cooking
• Suppose you want to cook a cup of soup for 2 minutes at 70% and keep the
soup warm for 15 minutes.
1. Enter cooking time.
2. Touch Power Level pad 4 times for 70% power.
3. Touch Warm/Hold pad. Enter desired time.
4. Touch Start/Touch On pad.
The operation will start. When the cooking time is complete, a long tone will
sound and Warm/Hold will start. KEEP WARM will appear in the display every 10
seconds.
Note:
Warm/Hold cannot be programmed with SENSOR OPTIONS or COOKING
features.
Multiple Sequence Cooking
Your microwave oven can be programmed for up to 4 automatic cooking
sequences, switching from one power level setting to another automatically.
Sometimes cooking directions tell you to start on one power level and
then change to a different power level. Your microwave oven can do this
automatically.
• Suppose you want to cook roast beef for 5 minutes at 100% and then
continue to cook for 30 minutes at 50%.
1. First enter cooking time. Then touch Power Level pad for 100% power.
2. Then enter second cooking time. Touch Power Level pad 6 times for 50%
power.
3. Touch Start/Touch On pad.
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Note:
1. If 100% is selected as the final sequence, it is not necessary to touch the
Power Level pad.
2. If you wish to know power level, simply touch the Power Level pad. As
long as your finger is touching the Power Level pad, the power level will be
displayed.
3. Warm/Hold can be programmed continuously even if 4 cooking sequences
have been set.
More or Less Time Adjustment
Should you discover that you like any of the SENSOR OPTIONS or COOKING
(except for 15 Minute Dinners and Preset Recipes) settings slightly more done,
touch the Power LevelMOpRaEd once before touching the Start/Touch On pad.
The display will show
.
Should you discover that you like any of the SENSOR OPTIONS or COOKING
(except for 15 Minute Dinners and Preset Recipes) settings slightly less done,
touch the Power LevelLEpSaSd twice before touching the Start/Touch On pad.
The display will show
.
Help (Control pad)
Help provides 5 features which make using your microwave oven easy be-
cause specific instructions are provided in the interactive display.
1. Child Lock
The Child Lock prevents unwanted microwave oven operation such as by
small children. The microwave oven can be set so that the control panel is
deactivated or locked. To set, touch Help, the number 1 and Start/Touch
On pads. Should a pad be touched, CHILD LOCK will appear in the display.
To cancel, touch Help and Stop/Clear pads.
2. Audible Signal Elimination
If you wish to have the microwave oven operate with no audible signals,
touch Help, the number 2 and Stop/Clear pads.
To cancel and restore the audible signal, touch Help, the number 2 and
Start/Touch On pads.
3. Auto Start
If you wish to program your microwave oven to begin cooking automatically at a
designated time of day, follow this procedure:
• Suppose you want to start cooking a stew for 20 minutes on 50% at 4:30.
Before setting, check to make sure the clock is showing the correct time of day.
1. Touch Help pad.
2. Touch number 3.
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3. To enter the start time at 4:30, touch numbers 4, 3 and 0.
4. Touch Timer/Clock pad.
5. To enter cooking program, touch numbers 2, 0, 0, and 0 for cooking time
and then touch Power Level pad 6 times.
6. Touch Start/Touch On pad.
Note:
1. Auto Start can be used for manual cooking if clock is set.
2. If the microwave oven door is opened after programming Auto Start, it is
necessary to touch the Start/Touch On pad for Auto Start time to appear in
the readout so that the microwave oven will automatically begin programmed
cooking at the chosen Auto Start time.
3. Be sure to choose foods that can be left in the microwave oven safely until
the Auto Start time. Acorn or butternut squash are often a good choice.
4. If you wish to know the time of day, simply touch the Clock pad. As long as
your finger is touching the Clock pad, the time of day will be displayed.
4. Language / Weight Selection
The microwave oven comes set for English and U.S. Customary Unit-pounds.
To change, touch Help and the number 4 pads. Continue to touch the number
4 pad until your choice is selected from the table below. Then, touch Start/
Touch On pad.
Touch number 4 pad for language and standard of weight.
TOUCH
NUMBER 4
STANDARD
OF WEIGHT
LANGUAGE
DISPLAY
Once
English
English
Spanish
Spanish
French
French
LBS
KG
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
LB
Twice
KG
3 times
4 times
5 times
6 times
LBS
KG
ESPANOL LB
ESPANOL KG
FRANCAIS LB
FRANCAIS KG
LBS
KG
5. Clock On/Off
If you wish to turn the clock display off, touch Help, the number 5 and Stop/
Clear pads.
To cancel and restore the clock, touch Help, the number 5 and Start/Touch On pads.
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Touch On
Touch On allows you to cook at 100% power by touching the Start/Touch On
pad continuously. Touch On is ideal for melting cheese, bringing milk to just
below boiling etc. The maximum cooking time is 3 minutes.
• Suppose you want to melt cheese on a piece of toast.
1. Continuously touch Start/Touch On pad. The cooking time will begin count-
ing up.
2. When the cheese is melted to desired degree, remove finger from Start/
Touch On pad. Microwave oven stops immediately.
Note:
1. Note time it takes for frequently used foods and program that time in the
future.
2. Touch Start/Touch On pad within 3 minutes after cooking, opening and
closing the door or touching the Stop/Clear pad.
3. Touch On can only be used 3 times in a row. If more times are needed, open
and close door or touch Stop/Clear pad.
Timer
• Suppose you want to time a 3-minute long distance phone call.
PROCEDURE
DISPLAY
TO SET
KITCHEN
TIMER
PRESS 1
PRESS 2
1. Touch Timer/Clock pad.
TO SET
CLOCK
ENTER
TIME
2. Touch the number 1 pad.
3. Enter time. Touch Timer/Clock pad.
The Timer will count down.
3.00
PRESS
TIMER
TIMER
4. After the Timer cycle ends, the display will
indicate the following message.
TIMER IS
FINISHED
Note:
To cancel the Timer during programming, touch the Stop/Clear pad.
Help (Display indicator)
Each setting of SENSOR OPTIONS provides a cooking hint. If you wish to
check, touch HELP pad whenever HELP is lighted in the Interactive Display for
these hints.
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Demonstration Mode
To demonstrate, touch Timer/Clock, the number 0 and then touch Start/
Touch On pad and hold for 3 seconds. DEMOONDURINGDEMONOOVENPOWER will appear
in the display. Cooking operations and specific special features can now be
demonstrated with no power in the microwave oven. For example, touch Add-
A-Minute pad and the display will show 1.00 and count down quickly to END
.
To cancel, touch Timer/Clock, then the number 0 and Stop/Clear pads. If easier,
unplug the microwave oven from the electrical outlet and replug.
Add-A-Minute
Add-A-Minute allows you to cook for a minute at 100% by simply touching the
Add-A-Minute pad. You can also extend cooking time in multiples of 1 minute by
repeatedly touching the Add-A-Minute pad during manual cooking.
• Suppose you want to heat a cup of soup for one minute.
Touch Add-A-Minute pad.
Note:
1. To use Add-A-Minute, touch pad within 1 minute after cooking, closing the
door, touching the Stop/Clear pad or during cooking.
2. Add-A-Minute cannot be used with SENSOR OPTIONS, COOKING or
Warm/Hold.
Cleaning and Care
Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or leave the
d oor op e n t o inact ivat e t he microwave ove n d uring
cleaning.
Exterior
The outside surface is painted. Clean the outside with
mild soap and water; rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do
not use any type of household or abrasive cleaner.
Door
Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any spills or
spatters. Metal parts will be easier to maintain if wiped frequently with a damp
cloth. Avoid the use of spray and other harsh cleaners as they may stain, streak
or dull the door surface.
Touch Control Panel
Care should be taken in cleaning the touch control panel. If the control panel
becomes soiled, open the microwave oven door before cleaning. Wipe the
panel with a cloth dampened slightly with water only. Dry with a soft cloth. Do
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not scrub or use any sort of chemical cleaners. Close door and touch Stop/
Clear pad.
Interior
Cleaning is easy because little heat is
generated to the interior surfaces; there-
fore, there is no baking and setting of
spills or spattering. To clean the interior
surfaces, wipe with a soft cloth and warm
water. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE OR
HARSH CLEANERS O R SCO URING
PADS. For heavier soil, use baking soda
or a mild soap; rinse thoroughly with hot water. NEVER SPRAY OVEN
CLEANERS DIRECTLY ONTO ANY PART OF THE MICROWAVE OVEN.
Waveguide Cover
The waveguide cover is made from mica so requires special care. Keep the
waveguide cover clean to assure good microwave oven performance. Care-
fully wipe with a damp cloth any food spatters from the surface of the cover
immediately after they occur. Built-up splashes may overheat and cause smoke
or possibly catch fire. Do not remove the waveguide cover.
Odor Removal
Occasionally, a cooking odor may remain in the microwave oven. To remove,
combine 1 cup water, grated peel and juice of 1 lemon and several whole
cloves in a 2-cup glass measuring cup. Boil for several minutes using 100%
power. Allow to set in microwave oven until cool. Wipe interior with a soft
cloth.
Turntable/Turntable Support
The turntable and turntable support can be removed for easy
cleaning. Wash them in mild, sudsy water; for stubborn stains
use a mild cleanser and non abrasive scouring sponge. They
are also dishwasher-safe. Use upper rack of dishwasher. The
turntable motor shaft is not sealed, so excess water or spills
should be wiped up immediately.
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Specifications
VMOS200 / CVMOS200
AC Line Voltage:
AC Power Required:
Output Power:
Single phase 120V, 60Hz, AC only
1500 watts, 13.0 amps.
1100 watts*
Frequency:
2450 MHz
3
1
Outside Dimensions:
Cavity Dimensions:
Microwave oven Capacity:
Cooking Uniformity:
Weight:
24"(W) x 13 /8"(H) x 19 /4"(D)
3
1
5
17 /8"(W) x 10 /2"(H) x 18 /8"(D)
2.0 Cu. Ft. (56.6 Liters)
Turntable system
Approx. 46 lb (20.9 kg)
The International Electrotechnical Commission’s standardized method for
measuring output wattage. This test method is widely recognized.
*
In compliance with standards set by:
FCC
– Federal Communications Commission Authorized.
DHHS
– Complies with Department ofHealth and Human Services (DHHS)
rule, CFR, Title 21, Chapter I, Subchapter J.
– This symbol on the nameplate means the product is listed by
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. for use in USA or Canada.
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Service Call Check
Please check the following before calling for service:
Place one cup of water in a glass measuring cup in the microwave oven and
close the door securely.
Operate the microwave oven for one minute at HIGH 100%.
A
B
Does the microwave oven light come on?
YES _____ NO _____
Does the cooling fan work?
YES _____ NO _____
(Put your hand over the rear ventilating openings.)
C
D
Does the turntable rotate?
(It is normal for the turntable to turn in either direction.)
YES _____ NO _____
Is the water in the microwave oven warm?
YES _____ NO _____
If “NO” is the answer to any of the above questions, please check electrical
outlet, fuse and/or circuit breaker. If they are functioning properly, CONTACT
YOUR NEAREST VIKING AUTHORIZED SERVICER.
A microwave oven should never be serviced by a “do-it-yourself” repair person.
Note:
If time appearing in the display is counting down very rapidly, check Demon-
stration Mode on page 41 and cancel.
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Microwave Oven Warranty
ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
Viking Microwave Oven and all of their component parts and accessories, except as detailed below*, are
warranted to be free from defective materials or workmanship in normal household use for a period of twelve
(12) months from the date of original retail purchase. Viking Range Corporation, warrantor, agrees to repair
or replace, at its option, any part which fails or is found to be defective during the warranty period.
Glass (including light bulbs), painted and decorative items are warranted to be free from defective materials
or workmanship for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase. ANY DEFECTS
MUST BE REPORTED TO THE SELLING DEALER WITHIN NINETY (90) DAYS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL
RETAIL PURCHASE.
FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
If the magnetron tube fails due to defective materials or workmanship in normal household use during the
second through fifth year from the date of original retail purchase it will be repaired or replaced, free of
charge for the part itself, with the owner paying all other costs, including labor.
This warranty extends to the original purchaser of the product warranted hereunder and to each transferee
owner of the product during the term of the warranty.
This warranty shall apply to products purchased and located here in the United States and Canada. Products
must be purchased in the country where service is requested. Warranty labor shall be performed by an
authorized Viking Range Corporation service agency or representative. Warranty shall not apply to damage
resulting from abuse, accident, natural disaster, loss of electrical power to the product for any reason, alter-
ation, outdoor use, improper installation, improper operation or repair or service of the product by anyone
other than an authorized Viking Range Corporation service agency or representative. This warranty does not
apply to commercial usage. Warrantor is not responsible for consequential or incidental damage whether
arising out of breach of warranty, breach of contract, or otherwise. Some jurisdictions do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental of consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you.
Owner shall be responsible for proper installation, providing normal care and maintenance, providing proof
of purchase upon request, and making the appliance reasonably accessible for service. If the product or one
of its component parts contains a defect or malfunction during the warranty period, after a reasonable
number of attempts by the warrantor to remedy the defects or malfunctions, the owner is entitled to either
a refund or replacement of the product or its component part or parts. Warrantor’s liability on any claim of
any kind, with respect to the goods or services covered hereunder, shall in no case exceed the price of the
goods or service or part thereof which gives rise to the claim.
WARRANTY SERVICE: Under the terms of this warranty, service must be performed by a factory authorized
Viking Range Corporation service agent or representative. Service will be provided during normal business
hours, and labor performed at overtime or premium rates shall not be covered by this warranty. To obtain
warranty service, contact the dealer from whom the product was purchased, an authorized Viking Range
Corporation service agent, or Viking Range Corporation. Provide model and serial number and date of
original purchase. For the name of your nearest authorized Viking Range Corporation service agency, call
the dealer from whom the product was purchased or Viking Range Corporation. IMPORTANT: Retain proof
of original purchase to establish warranty period.
The return of the Owner Registration Card is not a condition of warranty coverage. You should, however,
return the Owner Registration Card so that Viking Range Corporation can contact you should any question
or safety arise which could affect you.
Any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness applicable to the above described elements or parts
are limited in duration to the period of coverage of the applicable express written limited warranties set forth
above. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which may vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
Viking Range Corporation
111 Front Street
Greenwood, Mississippi (MS) 38930 USA (888) 845-4641
Specifications subject to change without notice
For more product information, call 1-888-VIKING1 (845-4641)
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