Kenmore ELITE 790.488 - Manual (Page 14)

Microwave Operating instructions
SENSOR MODE
The sensor is a semi-conductor device that detects the vapor
(moisture and humidity) emitted from the food as it heats.
The sensor adjusts the cooking times and power level for
various foods and quantities. Popcorn, Sensor Cook and
Sensor Reheat are part of the Sensor Mode.
Using Sensor Mode:
1. After oven is plugged in, wait 2 minutes before using
Sensor Mode.
2. Be sure the exterior of the cooking container and the
interior of the oven are dry. Wipe off any moisture with
a dry cloth or paper towel.
3. The oven works with foods at normal storage
temperature. For example, popcorn would be at room
temperature.
4. Any Sensor Mode selection can be programmed with
more or less time adjustment.
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 any sensor cooking or reheating,
SENSING will appear on the display. Do not open the
oven door during this part of the cycle. The measurement
of vapor will be interrupted. If this occurs, an error
message will appear. To continue cooking, press the
STOP pad and cook manually.
When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from the
food, remainder of cooking time will appear. Door may
be opened when remaining cooking time appears on
the display. At this time, you may stir or season food, as
desired.
7. Except for popcorn, if the sensor does not detect vapor
properly when cooking other foods, ERROR will be
displayed.
8. Check food for temperature after cooking. If additional
time is needed, continue to cook manually.
COVERING FOODS
Some foods cook better when covered. Use the cover
recommended in the food charts.
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 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.
POPCORN
You can cook popcorn by touching a quick pad (popcorn).
You don't need to calculate cooking time or power level.
a WARNING
Do not place microwave popcorn directly on the metal turn­
table as metal on metal may produce sparking. Always use the
popcorn/bacon tray provided with the unit to cook popcorn.
• Suppose you want to pop a 3.5 oz. bag of popcorn.
1. Press popcorn.
2. Press 2 for regular size.
3. Press START
Amount
1. Snack 1.5-1.75 oz bag
2. Regular 3.0 - 3.5 oz bag
Procedure
Use only popcorn packaged for the microwave. Try
several brands to decide which you like. After popping
cycle do not try to reheat unpopped kernels. Use the
popcorn/bacon tray provided with your unit to cook
popcorn quickly and efficiently. This sensor works well
with most brands of microwave popcorn. You may wish
to try several and choose your favorite. Pop only one bag
at
a time. Unfold the bag and place in oven according to
directions.
NOTES
The final result will vary according to the food condition
(e.g. initial temperature, shape, quality). Check food for
temperature after heating. If additional time is needed,
continue to heat manually.
This mode can be programmed with More or less time
adjustment by touching the power level pad once or twice
before touching START pad.
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