Over-the-Range
Microwave Oven
CFMV145, FMV145
Important
Operating
Safety Information . . 2–8
Instructions . . . . . 12–24
Grounding
Care and
Instructions . . . . . . . .
9
Cleaning . . . . . . . 27–31
Features . . . . . .10, 25–26
Getting Started . . . . .11
Troubleshooting . . 32–33
Consumer
Services
Warranty & Service . . 34–36
P/N 316137205 Rev. C 06-02 JR
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
To reduce the risk of fire, burns, electric shock, injury to persons, or exposure
to excessive microwave energy when using your appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following sections.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This microwave oven is UL and CSA listed for installation over electric and
gas ranges.
This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
• Read and follow the specific “Precautions • Do not operate this appliance if it has a
to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive
Microwave Energy” on page 2.
damaged power cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
• This appliance must be grounded.
Connect only to properly grounded
outlet. See Grounding Instructions
section on page 9.
• Do not cover or block any openings on
the appliance.
• Use this appliance only for its intended
use as described in this manual. Do not
use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this
appliance. This microwave oven is
specifically designed to heat, dry or cook
food, and is not intended for laboratory
or industrial use.
• Do not mount this appliance over a sink.
• Install or locate this appliance only in
accordance with the provided
Installation Instructions.
• This over-the-range oven was designed
for use over ranges no wider than
36″ (91 cm). It may be installed over
both gas and electric cooking
equipment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INFORMATION
BEFORE USING
• Do not store this appliance outdoors.
• To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
Do not use this product near water—
for example, in a wet basement, near
a swimming pool or near a sink.
cavity:
– Do not overcook food. Carefully
attend appliance if paper, plastic or
other combustible materials are placed
inside the oven while cooking.
• Keep power cord away from heated
surfaces.
• Do not immerse power cord or plug
in water.
– Remove wire twist-ties and metal
handles from paper or plastic
containers before placing them
in the oven.
• See door surface cleaning instructions
in the Care and Cleaning section(s) of
this manual.
– Do not use the oven for storage
purposes. Do not leave paper products,
cooking utensils or food in the oven
when not in use.
• This appliance should be serviced only
by qualified service personnel. Contact
nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
– If materials inside oven should ignite,
keep the oven door closed, turn the
oven off and disconnect the power
cord, or shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel. If the door is
opened, the fire may spread.
• As with any appliance, close supervision
is necessary when used by children.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Special Notes About Microwaving
Arcing
If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem.
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks
in the oven. Arcing is caused by:
• Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or
gold-rimmed dishes, in the microwave.
• Metal or foil touching the side of
the oven.
• Recycled paper towels containing
small metal pieces being used in the
microwave.
• Foil not molded to food (upturned
edges act like antennas).
• The metal shelf not installed correctly so
it touches the microwave wall.
Foods
• Do not pop popcorn in your microwave
oven unless in a special microwave
popcorn accessory or unless you use
popcorn labeled for use in microwave
ovens.
• Operating the microwave with no food
inside for more than a minute or two
may cause damage to the oven and
could start a fire. It increases the heat
around the magnetron and can shorten
the life of the oven.
• Some products such as whole eggs and
sealed containers—for example, closed
jars—will explode and should not be
heated in this microwave oven. Such
use of the microwave oven could result
in injury.
• Foods with unbroken outer “skin” such as
potatoes, hot dogs, sausages, tomatoes,
apples, chicken livers and other giblets,
and egg yolks should be pierced to allow
steam to escape during cooking.
• Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven.
Pressure will build up inside egg yolk
and will cause it to burst, possibly
resulting in injury.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INFORMATION
BEFORE USING
Safety Fact– SUPERHEATED WATER
Microwaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they reach
the boiling point. They can actually get superheated and not bubble at all.
Superheated liquid will bubble up out of the cup when it is moved or when
something like a spoon or tea bag is put into it.
To prevent this from happening and causing injury, do not heat any liquid for
more than 2 minutes per cup. After heating, let the cup stand in the
microwave for 30 seconds before moving it or putting anything into it.
• Avoid heating baby food in glass jars,
even with the lid off. Make sure all
infant food is thoroughly cooked. Stir
food to distribute the heat evenly. Be
careful to prevent scalding when
warming formula or breast milk. The
container may feel cooler than the milk
really is. Always test the milk before
feeding the baby.
• Do not defrost frozen beverages in
narrow-necked bottles (especially
carbonated beverages). Even if the
container is opened, pressure can build
up. This can cause the container to
burst, possibly resulting in injury.
• Hot foods and steam can cause burns.
Be careful when opening any containers
of hot food, including popcorn bags,
cooking pouches and boxes. To prevent
possible injury, direct steam away from
hands and face.
• Spontaneous boiling – Under certain
special circumstances, liquids may start to
boil during or shortly after removal from
the microwave oven. To prevent burns
from splashing liquid, we recommend
the following: before removing the
container from the oven, allow the
container to stand in the oven for 30 to
40 seconds after the oven has shut off.
Do not boil liquids in narrow-necked
containers such as soft drink bottles,
wine flasks and especially narrow-necked
coffee cups. Even if the container is
opened, excessive steam can build up
and cause it to burst or overflow.
• Do not overcook potatoes. They could
dehydrate and catch fire, causing
damage to your oven.
• Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—
meat to at least an INTERNAL
temperature of 160°F (71°C). and
poultry to at least an INTERNAL
temperature of 180°F (82°C). Cooking to
these temperatures usually protects
against food-borne illness.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Special Notes About Microwaving
Microwave-Safe Cookware
Make sure all cookware used in
your microwave oven is suitable for
microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking
dishes, measuring cups, custard cups,
pottery or china dinnerware which does
not have metallic trim or glaze with a
metallic sheen can be used. Some
cookware is labeled “suitable for
microwaving.”
• Do not use recycled paper products.
Recycled paper towels, napkins and
waxed paper can contain metal flecks
which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper
products containing nylon or nylon
filaments should be avoided, since they
may also ignite.
• Do not use the microwave to dry
newspapers.
• Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in
microwave ovens. Check the package for
proper use.
• Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic
wrap can be used to cover dishes in order
to retain moisture and prevent spattering.
Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam
can escape.
How to test for a microwave-safe dish.
• If you are not sure if a dish is microwave-
safe, use this test: Place in the oven both
the dish you are testing and a glass
measuring cup filled with 1 cup of
water—set the measuring cup either in
or next to the dish. Microwave 30 to 45
seconds at high. If the dish heats, it
should not be used for microwaving.
If the dish remains cool and only the
water in the cup heats, then the dish is
microwave-safe.
• Cookware may become hot because of
heat transferred from the heated food.
Pot holders may be needed to handle
the cookware.
• “Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly
closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced
or vented as directed by package. If they
are not, plastic could burst during or
immediately after cooking, possibly
resulting in injury. Also, plastic storage
containers should be at least partially
uncovered because they form a tight
seal. When cooking with containers
tightly covered with plastic wrap, remove
covering carefully and direct steam away
from hands and face.
• If you use a meat thermometer while
cooking, make sure it is safe for use in
microwave ovens.
• Some styrofoam trays (like those that
meat is packaged on) have a thin strip of
metal embedded in the bottom. When
microwaved, the metal can burn the
floor of the oven or ignite a paper towel.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INFORMATION
BEFORE USING
(continued)
Microwave-Safe Cookware
In longer exposures to overcooking, the
food and cookware could ignite. Follow
these guidelines:
• Use foil only as directed in this manual.
TV dinners may be microwaved in foil
trays less than 3/4″ (2 cm) high; remove
the top foil cover and return the tray to
the box. When using foil in the
microwave oven, keep the foil at least
1 inch (2.5 cm) away from the sides of
the oven.
1. Use microwave-safe plastics only and
use them in strict compliance with
the cookware manufacturer’s
recommendations.
2. Do not microwave empty containers.
• Plastic cookware – Plastic cookware
designed for microwave cooking is very
useful, but should be used carefully.
Even microwave-safe plastic may not be
as tolerant of overcooking conditions as
are glass or ceramic materials and may
soften or char if subjected to short
periods of overcooking.
3. Do not permit children to use plastic
cookware without complete supervision.
The Exhaust Fan
The fan will operate automatically under
certain conditions (see Automatic Fan
feature). Take care to prevent the starting
and spreading of accidental cooking fires
while the exhaust fan is in use.
• Use care when cleaning the exhaust fan
filters. Corrosive cleaning agents, such
as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage
the filters.
• When preparing flaming foods under
• Clean the underside of the microwave
often. Do not allow grease to build up
on the microwave or the fan filters.
the microwave, turn the exhaust fan on.
• Never leave surface units beneath your
microwave oven unattended at high heat
settings. Boilovers cause smoking and
greasy spillovers that may ignite and
spread if the microwave exhaust fan is
operating. To minimize automatic fan
operation, use adequate-sized cookware
and use high heat on surface units only
when necessary.
• In the event of a grease fire on the
surface units below the microwave oven,
smother a flaming pan on the surface
unit by covering the pan completely
with a lid, a cookie sheet or a flat tray.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Grounding Instructions/Optional Kits
Grounding Instructions
Consult a qualified electrician or service
technician if the grounding instructions
are not completely understood, or if
doubt exists as to whether the appliance
is properly grounded.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall
outlet, it is your personal responsibility
and obligation to have it replaced with a
properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Ensure proper ground
exists before use.
Do not under any circumstances cut or
remove the third (ground) prong from
the power cord.
Improper use of the grounding plug
can result in a risk of electric shock.
This appliance must be grounded. In
the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric
shock by providing an escape wire for
the electric current.
Do not use an adapter plug with this
appliance.
Do not use an extension cord with this
appliance. If the power cord is too short,
have a qualified electrician or service
technician install an outlet near the
appliance.
This appliance is equipped with a power
cord having a grounding wire with a
grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded.
For best operation, plug this appliance
into its own electrical outlet to prevent
flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or
tripping of circuit breaker.
Optional Kits
Filler Panel Kits
Filter Kits
JX40WH or JX46WH – White
JX41 or JX46BL – Black
JX81A – Recirculating Charcoal
Filter Kit
When replacing a 36″ (91 cm) range
hood, filler panel kits fill in the additional
width to provide a custom built-in
appearance.
Filter kits are used when the microwave
oven cannot be vented to the outside.
Available at extra cost from your
Frigidaire supplier.
For installation between cabinets only;
not for end-of-cabinet installation. Each kit
contains two 3″-wide (8 cm) filler panels.
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Microwave Features
Here is a quick guide to the features and
controls of your microwave oven.
NOTE: This manual covers several models so the illustration may not look exactly
like your model. However, operating instructions for each of the features and functions
of your microwave will be found in this manual.
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FMV145
950 Watts
CFMV145
900 Watts
1.Door Handle. Pull to open the door.
The door must be securely latched
for the microwave to operate.
8. Convenience Guide.
NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and
oven light are located on the inside walls
of the microwave oven. Model and serial
numbers are on a label inside the oven.
2.Door Latches.
3.Window with Metal Shield. Screen
allows cooking to be viewed while
keeping microwaves confined
in the oven.
9. Shelf. The metal shelf is specially
designed for the microwave oven to
allow you to microwave several foods at
once. Food microwaves best when
placed directly on the turntable.
4.Touch Control Panel.
5.Cooktop Lights.
6.Grease Filters.
7.Removable Turntable. Turntable and
support must be in place when using
the oven. The turntable may be
removed for cleaning.
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Getting Started
You can microwave by time or with the
convenience features.
(Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.)
Time Features
Press
Enter
Cook Time I & II
Press once or twice
Amount of cooking time.
Auto/Time Defrost
Press twice
Amount of defrosting time.
Starts immediately!
Power level 1–10.
Express Cook
Power Level
Plus 30 Seconds
Starts immediately!
Convenience Features
Press
Enter
Option
Auto/Time Defrost
Press once
Food weight.
Reheat
Food type 1–6.
1– 3 servings
Popcorn
Starts immediately!
3.5 oz. (99 g)
more/less time
Press once
Press twice
Press 3 times
3.0 oz. (85 g)
1.75 oz.(50 g)
Beverage
Starts immediately!
1–3 servings
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Operating Instructions
Changing Power Levels
A high setting (10) will cook faster but
food may need more frequent stirring,
rotating or turning over. Most cooking
will be done on High (power level 10).
A lower setting will cook more evenly and
need less stirring or rotating of the food.
How to Change the Power Level
The power level may be entered or
changed immediately after entering the
feature time for COOK TIME, TIME
DEFROST or EXPRESS COOK. The
power level may also be changed during
time countdown.
Some foods may have better flavor, texture
or appearance if one of the lower settings
is used. Use a lower power level when
cooking foods that have a tendency to boil
over, such as scalloped potatoes.
1.Press COOK TIME or select
Time Defrost.
2.Enter cooking or defrosting time.
3.Press POWER LEVEL.
Rest periods (when the microwave energy
cycles off) give time for the food to
“equalize” or transfer heat to the inside
of the food. An example of this is shown
with power level 3—the defrost cycle. If
microwave energy did not cycle off, the
outside of the food would cook before
the inside was defrosted.
4.Select desired power level 1–10.
Here are some examples of uses for
various power levels:
Power Level Best Uses
High 10
Fish, bacon, vegetables, boiling
liquids.
Med-High 7 Gentle cooking of meat and
poultry; baking casseroles
and reheating.
5.Press START.
Medium 5
Slow cooking and tenderizing
such as stews and less tender
cuts of meat.
Variable power levels add flexibility to
microwave cooking. The power levels on
the microwave oven can be compared to
the surface units on a range. High (power
level 10) or full power is the fastest way to
cook and gives you 100% power. Each
power level gives you microwave energy a
certain percent of the time. Power level 7
is microwave energy 70% of the time.
Power level 3 is energy 30% of the time.
Low 2 or 3 Defrosting without cooking;
simmering; delicate sauces.
Warm 1
Keeping food warm without
overcooking; softening butter.
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Operating Instructions
Time Features
Cook Time
Cook Time I
Cook Time II
Lets you change power levels
automatically during cooking. Here’s how
to do it:
Allows you to microwave for any time up
to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
Power level 10 (High) is automatically set,
but you may change it for more flexibility.
1.Press COOK TIME.
2.Enter the first cook time.
You may open the door during Cook
Time to check the food. Close the door
and press START to resume cooking.
3.Change the power level if you don’t
want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL.
Select a desired power level 1–10.)
1.Press COOK TIME.
4.Press COOK TIME again.
5.Enter the second cook time.
6.Change the power level if you don’t
want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL.
Select a power level 1–10.)
2.Enter cooking time.
3.Change power level if you don’t want
full power. (Press POWER LEVEL.
Select a desired power level 1–10.)
7.Press START.
At the end of Cook Time I, Cook Time II
counts down.
4.Press START.
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Operating Instructions
Cooking Guide For Cook Time I & II
NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted.
Vegetable
Asparagus
Amount
Time
Comments
(fresh spears) 1 lb. (.45 kg)
6 to 9 min., In 11⁄2-qt. oblong glass baking dish,
Med-High (7) place 1/4 cup water.
(frozen spears) 10-oz. (.28 kg) 5 to 7 min.
package
In 1-qt. casserole.
Beans
(fresh green) 1 lb. (.45 kg)
cut in half
9 to 11 min. In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
(frozen green) 10-oz. (.28 kg) 6 to 8 min.
package
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
(frozen lima) 10-oz. (.28 kg) 6 to 8 min.
package
In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
Beets
(fresh, whole) 1 bunch
17 to 21 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
7 to 10 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
Broccoli
(fresh cut)
1 bunch
(11⁄4 to 11⁄2 lbs.)
(.57 to .68 kg)
(fresh spears) 1 bunch
(11⁄4 to 11⁄2 lbs.)
(.57 to .68 kg)
9 to 13 min. In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place
1/4 cup water. Rotate dish after half
of time.
(frozen,
chopped)
10-oz. (.28 kg) 5 to 7 min.
package
In 1-qt. casserole.
(frozen spears) 10-oz. (.28 kg) 5 to 7 min.
package
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
water.
Cabbage
(fresh)
1 medium head 8 to 11 min. In 11⁄2- or 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup
(about 2 lbs.)
water.
( about .90 kg)
(wedges)
7 to 10 min. In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup
water.
Carrots
(fresh, sliced) 1 lb. (.45 kg)
7 to 9 min.
In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
(frozen)
10-oz. (.28 kg) 5 to 7 min.
package
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
Cauliflower
(flowerets)
1 medium head 9 to 14 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
(fresh, whole) 1 medium head 10 to 17 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
(frozen)
10-oz. (.28 kg) 5 to 7 min.
package
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
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Operating Instructions
Cooking Guide For Cook Time I & II
Vegetable
Corn
Amount
Time
Comments
(frozen kernel) 10-oz. (.28 kg) 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
package
water.
Corn on
the cob
(fresh)
1 to 5 ears
3 to 4 min. In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place
per ear
corn. If corn is in husk, use no water;
if corn has been husked, add 1/4 cup
water. Rearrange after half of time.
(frozen)
1 ear
2 to 6 ears
5 to 6 min. Place in 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish.
3 to 4 min. Cover with vented plastic wrap.
per ear
Rearrange after half of time.
Mixed
vegetables
(frozen)
10-oz. (.28 kg) 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
package water.
Peas
(fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. unshelled 9 to 12 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
(frozen)
10-oz. (.28 kg) 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
package
water.
Potatoes
(fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes
9 to 12 min. Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes. Place
in 2-qt. casserole with 1/2 cup water.
Stir after half of time.
white)
(6 to 8 oz. each)
(.17 to .23 kg)
(fresh, whole,
1 (6 to 8 oz.)
3 to 4 min. Pierce with cooking fork. Place
in center of the oven. Let stand 5
minutes.
sweet or white) (.17 to .23 kg)
Spinach
(fresh)
10 to 16 oz.
(.28 to .45 kg)
5 to 7 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place washed spinach.
(frozen,
chopped
and leaf)
10-oz. (.28 kg) 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
package
water.
Squash
(fresh, summer 1 lb. (.45 kg)
and yellow) sliced
(winter, acorn, 1 to 2 squash
5 to 7 min. In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
8 to 11 min. Cut in half and remove fibrous
membranes. In 2-qt. oblong glass
butternut)
(about 1 lb. each)
(about .45 kg
each)
baking dish, place squash cut-side-
down. Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes.
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Operating Instructions
Time Features
Time Defrost
Defrosting Tips
Allows you to defrost for the length of
time you select. See the Defrosting Guide
for suggested times.
• Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be
defrosted in the package. Tightly closed
packages should be slit, pierced or
vented AFTER food has partially
1. Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST twice.
defrosted. Plastic storage containers
should be at least partially uncovered.
• Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners
can be defrosted and microwaved. If the
food is in a foil container, transfer it to
a microwave-safe dish.
2. Enter defrosting time.
3. Press START.
• Foods that spoil easily, such as milk,
eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork,
should not be allowed to sit out for
more than one hour after defrosting.
Room temperature promotes the growth
of harmful bacteria.
4. Turn food over when the oven signals.
5. Press START.
(Auto Defrost explained in the section on
Convenience Features.)
Power level 3 is automatically set, but you
may change this for more flexibility. You
may defrost small items more quickly by
raising the power level after entering the
time. However, they will need more
frequent attention than usual.
• For more even defrosting of larger
foods, such as beef, lamb and veal roasts,
use Auto Defrost.
• Be sure large meats are completely
defrosted before cooking.
• When defrosted, food should be cool but
softened in all areas. If still slightly icy,
return to the microwave very briefly, or
let it stand a few minutes.
Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting
time in about half; power level 10 cuts the
total time to approximately 1/3. Rotate or
stir food frequently.
At one half of selected defrosting time,
the oven signals TURN. At this time, turn
food over and break apart or rearrange
pieces for more even defrosting. Shield
any warm areas with small pieces of foil.
A dull thumping noise may be heard
during defrosting. This sound is normal
when the oven is not operating at
High power.
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Operating Instructions
Defrosting Guide
Food
Time
Comments
Breads, Cakes
Bread, buns or rolls (1 pc.) 1 min.
Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 3 to 5 min.
(approx. .34 kg)
Fish and Seafood
Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) (.45 kg) 6 to 8 min.
Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 5 to 7 min.
(.45 kg)
Place block in casserole. Turn over and
break up after half the time.
Fruit
Plastic pouch – 1 to 2
3 to 6 min.
(10-oz. package) (.28 kg)
Meat
Bacon (1 lb.) (.45 kg)
2 to 5 min.
2 to 5 min.
Place unopened package in oven.
Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting.
Place unopened package in oven.
Microwave just until franks can be
separated. Let stand 5 minutes, if
necessary, to complete defrosting.
Franks (1 lb.) (.45 kg)
Ground meat (1 lb.) (.45 kg) 5 to 7 min.
Turn meat over after half the time.
Roast: beef, lamb,
veal, pork
12 to 16 min. Use power level 1.
per lb.
Steaks, chops and cutlets
5 to 7 min.
per lb.
Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish.
Turn over after half the time and shield
warm areas with foil. When finished,
separate pieces and let stand to complete
defrosting.
Poultry
Chicken, broiler-fryer
cut up (21⁄2 to 3 lbs.)
(1.13 to 1.36 kg)
15 to 19 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap
and turn over after half the time. When
finished, separate pieces and microwave
2 to 4 minutes more, if necessary.
Let stand to finish defrosting.
Chicken, whole
(21⁄2 to 3 lbs.)
(1.13 to 1.36 kg)
17 to 21 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. After half
the time, unwrap and turn chicken over.
Shield warm areas with foil. Finish
defrosting. If necessary, run cold water in
the cavity until giblets can be removed.
Cornish hen
7 to 13 min. Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast-
per lb.
side-up. Turn over after half the time.
Run cool water in the cavity until giblets
can be removed.
Turkey breast (4 to 6 lbs.)
(1.8 to 2.7 kg)
5 to 9 min.
per lb.
Place unwrapped breast in dish breast-
side-down. After half the time, turn over
and shield warm areas with foil. Finish
defrosting. Let stand 1 to 2 hours in
refrigerator to complete defrosting.
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Operating Instructions
Time Features
Express Cook
Plus 30 Seconds
You can use this feature two ways:
• It will add 30 seconds to the time
counting down each time the pad is
pressed.
This is a quick way to set cooking time
for 1–6 minutes.
• It can be used as a quick way to set
30 seconds of cooking time.
Press one of the Minute Cook pads (from
1 to 6) for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at
power level 10. For example, press the
2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.
The power level can be changed as time is
counting down. Press POWER LEVEL and
enter 1–10.
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Operating Instructions
Convenience Features
Auto Defrost
Weight of
Food in
Weight of Enter Food
Food in Weight
Kilograms (tenths of
a pound)
Auto Defrost automatically sets the
defrosting times and power levels to give
even defrosting results for meats, poultry
and fish weighing up to 6 pounds.
Ounces
1–2
3
.03–.07
.08
.1
.2
1.Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST once.
4–5
6–7
8
.11–.14
.17–.20
.22
.3
.4
.5
9–10
11
12–13
14–15
16
17–18
19
20–21
22–23
24
25–26
27
28–29
30–31
32
.25–.28
.31
.34–.36
.39–.42
.45
.48–.50
.53
.56–.59
.62–.64
.67
.70–.73
.76
.78–.81
.84–.87
.90
.6
.7
.8
.9
2.Using the Conversion Guide at right,
enter food weight. For example, press
pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds (1 pound,
3 ounces).
1.0
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
2.0
2.1
2.2
3.Press START.
33–34
35–36
.92–.95
.98–1.1
• Remove meat from package and place
on microwave-safe dish.
(Time Defrost is explained in the Time
Features section.)
• Twice during defrost, the oven signals
TURN. At each TURN signal, turn the
food over. Remove defrosted meat or
shield warm areas with small pieces
of foil.
The Auto/Time Defrost feature gives
you two ways to defrost frozen foods.
Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST once for
Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost.
Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and
fish. Use Time Defrost for most other
frozen foods.
• After defrosting, most meats need to
stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting.
Large roasts should stand for about
30 minutes.
Conversion Guide
If the weight of food is stated in
pounds and ounces, the ounces must
be converted to tenths (.1) of a pound.
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Operating Instructions
Convenience Features
Popcorn
How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to
Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time
If you find that the brand of popcorn you
use underpops or overcooks consistently,
you can add or subtract 20–30 seconds to
the automatic popping time.
How to Use the Popcorn Feature
NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf
when cooking popcorn.
Use only with prepackaged microwave
popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces
(50 to 99 g).
To add time:
1.Follow package instructions, using
Cook Time if the package is less than
1.75 ounces (50 g) or larger than
3.5 ounces (99 g). Place the package of
popcorn in the center of the microwave.
After pressing POPCORN, press 9
immediately after the oven starts for
an extra 20 seconds.
2.Press POPCORN. The oven starts
immediately. Tap POPCORN to select
the bag size you are cooking.
Press 9 again to add another 10 seconds
(total 30 seconds additional time).
To subtract time:
After pressing POPCORN, press 1
immediately after the oven starts for
20 seconds less cooking time.
Press 1 again to reduce cooking time
another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds
less time).
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Operating Instructions
Convenience Features
Reheat
Beverage
The Reheat feature reheats 1 to 3 servings of
many previously cooked foods.
1.Press REHEAT.
The Beverage feature heats 1 to 3 servings
of any beverage.
Press BEVERAGE. The oven starts
immediately.
2.Select food type 1–6 for one serving
The serving size is automatically set at 1,
but can be changed by pressing 2 or 3
right after pressing BEVERAGE.
(see reheat Guide below).
3.Press 2 or 3 to reheat 2 or 3 servings.
4.Press START.
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature
may be very hot. Remove the container
with care.
NOTE: The serving size may be changed
or added after pressing START. Press
number pad 2 or 3.
Reheat Guide
Food Type
Comments
1
2
3
4
Pasta
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Meats, casseroles, pizza
Fruits and vegetables
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Beverages, 8–10 oz.
(240–300 ml)
Works best with wide mouth mug—do not cover.
5
6
Sauces and gravies
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Plate of leftovers
(2 to 3 foods,
4 oz. or .11 kg each)
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Operating Instructions
Other Features Your Model May Have
Help
Scroll Speed
The HELP pad displays feature
information and helpful hints. Press
HELP; then select a feature pad.
The scroll speed of the display can be
changed. Press and hold the AM/PM pad
about 3 seconds to bring up the display.
Select 1–5 for slow to fast scroll speed.
Cooking Complete Reminder
Display On/Off
To remind you that you have food in the
oven, the oven will display “FOOD IS
READY” and beep once a minute until
you either open the oven door or press
CLEAR/OFF.
To turn the clock display off, press and
hold 0 for about three seconds.
Clock
To redisplay the clock, repeat.
Press to enter the time of day or to check
the time of day while microwaving.
Start/Pause
1.Press CLOCK.
In addition to starting many functions,
START/PAUSE allows you to stop cooking
without opening the door or clearing the
display.
2.Enter time of day.
3.Select AM or PM.
4.Press START or CLOCK.
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Operating Instructions
Other Features Your Model May Have
Delay Start
Timer On/Off
Delay Start allows you to set the microwave
to delay cooking up to 24 hours.
Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer
and can be used at any time, even when
the oven is operating.
1.Press DELAY START.
1.Press TIMER ON/OFF.
2.Enter the time you want the oven to
start. (Be sure the microwave clock
shows the correct time of day.)
2.Enter time you want to count down.
3.Press TIMER ON/OFF to start.
3.Select AM or PM.
When time is up, the oven will signal.
To turn off the timer signal, press TIMER
ON/OFF.
4.Select any combination of Auto/Time
Defrost or Cook Time I & II.
NOTE: The timer indicator will be lit
while the timer is operating.
5.Press START.
Automatic Fan
The Delay Start time will be displayed plus
“DS.” The oven will automatically start at
the delayed time.
An automatic fan feature protects
the microwave from too much heat
rising from the cooktop below it. It
automatically turns on at low speed if
it senses too much heat.
The time of day may be displayed by
pressing CLOCK.
If you have turned the fan on you may
find that you cannot turn it off. The fan
will automatically turn off when the
internal parts are cool. It may stay on for
30 minutes or more after the cooktop and
microwave controls are turned off.
Surface Light
Press SURFACE LIGHT once for bright
light, twice for the night light or three
times to turn the light off.
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Operating Instructions
Other Features Your Model May Have
Reminder
Child Lock-Out
The Reminder feature can be used like an
alarm clock and can be used at any time,
even when the oven is operating. The
Reminder time can be set up to 24 hours
later.
You may lock the control panel to prevent
the microwave from being accidentally
started or used by children.
1.Press REMIND.
To lock or unlock the controls, press and
hold CLEAR/OFF for about three
seconds. When the control panel is
locked, an “L” will be displayed to the
extreme right.
2.Enter the time you want the oven to
remind you. (Be sure the microwave
clock shows the correct time of day.)
Turntable
3.Select AM or PM.
For best cooking results, leave the
turntable on. It can be turned off for
large dishes. Press TURN TABLE to
turn the turntable on or off.
4.Press REMIND. When Reminder signal
occurs, press REMIND to turn it off.
The Reminder time may be displayed
by pressing REMIND.
Sometimes the turntable can become
too hot to touch. Be careful touching
the turntable during and after cooking.
NOTE: The REM indicator will remain lit
to show that the Reminder is set. To clear
the Reminder before it occurs, press
REMIND, then 0. The REM indicator
will no longer be lit.
Exhaust Fan
The exhaust fan removes steam and
other vapors from surface cooking.
Press EXHAUST once for high fan speed,
twice for low fan speed or a third time to
turn the fan off.
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Feature Information
Shelf
Microwaving with the Shelf
• Make sure the shelf is positioned properly inside the microwave to prevent damage
to the oven from arcing.
• Do not use a microwave browning dish on the shelf. The shelf could overheat.
• Do not use the oven with the shelf on the microwave floor. This could damage
the microwave.
• Use pot holders when handling the shelf—it may be hot.
• Do not use the shelf when cooking popcorn.
How to Use the Shelf
When Microwaving
Shelf and Reheating
Switch places after 1/2 time.
Food microwaves best when placed
on the turntable.
For best cooking results, remove the shelf
unless you are reheating on two levels.
Switch places after 1/2 time.
• To reheat on 2 levels
For best results
or
• To reheat 2 dishes on the shelf:
1 Multiply reheat time by 11/2.
2 Switch places after 1/2 the time.
The shelf gives you the option to
reheat more than one dish of food
at the same time.
2-level reheating
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Feature Information
Microwave Terms
Term
Definition
Arcing
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is
caused by:
• metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
• the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the
microwave walls.
• foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like
antennas).
• metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
• recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
Covering
Shielding
Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce
cooking time. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper
allows excess steam to escape.
In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to
prevent over-browning. When microwaving, you use small strips of
foil to shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs on
poultry, which would cook before larger parts.
Standing Time
Venting
When you cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes
are allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set. Standing time is
especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved
cake is not placed on a cooling rack.
After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by
turning back one corner so excess steam can escape.
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Care and Cleaning
Helpful Hints
How to Clean the Inside
Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and
Plastic Parts on the Door
An occasional thorough wiping with
a solution of baking soda and water
keeps the inside fresh.
Some spatters can be removed with a
paper towel, others may require a damp
cloth. Remove greasy spatters with a
sudsy cloth; then rinse with a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp
utensils on oven walls. Never use a
commercial oven cleaner on any part
of your microwave.
NOTE: Be certain the power is off
before cleaning any part of this oven.
Removable Turntable and
Turntable Support
To prevent breakage, do not place the
turntable into water just after cooking.
Wash it carefully in warm, sudsy water or
in the dishwasher. The turntable and
support can be broken if dropped.
Remember, do not operate the oven
without the turntable and support in
place.
Shelf
Clean with mild soap and water or in the
dishwasher. Do not clean in a self-cleaning
oven.
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Care and Cleaning
How to Clean the Outside
Bottom
We recommend against using
cleaners with ammonia or alcohol,
as they can damage the appearance
of the microwave oven. If you
choose to use a common household
cleaner, first apply the cleaner
directly to a clean cloth, then wipe
the soiled area.
Clean off the grease and dust on the
bottom often. Use a solution of warm
water and detergent.
Case
Clean the outside of the microwave with a
sudsy cloth. Rinse and then dry. Wipe the
window clean with a damp cloth.
Stainless Steel (on some models)
Do not use a steel-wool pad; it will scratch
the surface.
Control Panel and Door
To clean stainless steel surfaces, use a hot,
damp cloth with a mild detergent suitable
for stainless steel surfaces. Use a clean,
hot, damp cloth to remove soap. Dry with
a dry, clean cloth.
Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.
Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts
of soap and water, abrasives or sharp
objects on the panel—they can damage it.
Some paper towels can also scratch the
control panel.
If food soil remains, try a general kitchen
cleaner, such as Fantastik®, Simple Green®
or Formula 409®.
Door Seal
It’s important to keep the area clean
where the door seals against the
microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive
detergents applied with a clean sponge or
soft cloth. Rinse well.
For hard-to-clean soil, use a standard
stainless steel cleaner, such as Bon-Ami®
or Cameo®.
Apply cleaner with a damp sponge. Use a
clean, hot, damp cloth to remove cleaner.
Dry with a dry, clean cloth. Always scrub
lightly in the direction of the grain.
After cleaning, use a stainless steel polish,
such as Stainless Steel Magic®, Revere
Copper and Stainless Steel Cleaner®or
Wenol All Purpose Metal Polish®. Follow
the product instructions for cleaning the
stainless steel surface.
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Care and Cleaning
Cooktop Light/Night Light
Oven Light
Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-
watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003),
available from your Frigidaire supplier.
Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-
watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003),
available from your Frigidaire supplier.
1.To replace the bulb(s), first disconnect
the power at the main fuse or circuit
breaker panel or pull the plug.
1.To replace the oven light, first disconnect
the power at the main fuse or circuit
breaker panel or pull the plug.
2.Remove the screw at the front of the
2.Remove the top grille by taking out the
light cover and lower the cover.
2 screws that hold it in place.
REMOVE SCREWS
3.Next, remove the screw located above
the door near the center of the oven
that secures the light housing.
3.Be sure the bulb(s) to be replaced are
cool before removing. After breaking
the adhesive seal, remove the bulb by
gently turning.
4.Replace the screw. Connect electrical
power to the oven.
4.Replace the screw. Connect electrical
power to the oven.
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Care and Cleaning
The Exhaust Feature
The Exhaust Fan
Removing and Cleaning
the Filter
Charcoal Filter
(on some models)
To remove, slide it to the rear using
the tab. Pull it down and out.
Reusable Grease Filters
(on all models)
To clean the grease filter, soak it and
then swish it around in hot water and
detergent. Don’t use ammonia or
ammonia products because they will
darken the metal.
The exhaust fan has 2 metal reusable
grease filters.
Models that recirculate air back into
the room also use a charcoal filter.
Light brushing can be used to remove
embedded dirt.
Reusable Grease Filters
The metal filters trap grease released by
foods on the cooktop. They also prevent
flames from foods on the cooktop from
damaging the inside of the microwave.
Rinse, shake and let it dry before
replacing.
To replace, slide the filter in the frame
slot on the back of the opening. Pull up
and to the front to lock into place.
For this reason, the filters must ALWAYS
be in place when the hood is used. The
grease filters should be cleaned once a
month, or as needed.
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Care and Cleaning
The Exhaust Feature
Charcoal Filter
To Install Charcoal Filter
(on some models)
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned.
It must be replaced. Order part No.
WB02X9883 from your Frigidaire supplier.
If the model is not vented to the outside,
the air will be recirculated through a
disposable charcoal filter that helps
remove smoke and odors.
To install a new filter, remove plastic and
other outer wrapping from the new filter.
Insert the filter into the top opening of
the oven as shown. It will rest at an angle
on 2 side support tabs and in front of the
right rear tab. Replace the grille and 2
screws.
The charcoal filter should be replaced
when it is noticeably dirty or discolored
(usually after 6 to 12 months, depending
on hood usage).
To Remove Charcoal Filter
Remove 2 grille screws to
remove the grille.
To remove the charcoal filter, disconnect
power at the main fuse or circuit breaker
panel or pull the plug.
Remove the top grille by removing the
2 screws that hold it in place. Slide the
filter towards the front of the oven and
remove it.
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Troubleshooting
Before You Call For Service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Oven will not start?
Save time and money! Review this list first
and you may not need to call for service.
A fuse in your home may be blown or the
circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset
circuit breaker.
Floor of the oven is warm,
even when the oven has not
been used?
Power surge. Unplug the microwave oven,
then plug it back in.
Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet. Make
sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully
inserted into wall outlet.
The cooktop light is located below the oven
floor. When the light is on, the heat it
produces may make the oven floor get warm.
This is normal.
“LOCKED” appears in the
display?
The control has been locked. Press and hold
CLEAR/OFF for about 3 seconds to unlock
the control.
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Troubleshooting
Before You Call For Service…
You hear an unusual,
Things That Are Normal
low-tone beep?
• Steam or vapor escaping from around
You have tried to start the Reminder without
a valid time of day. Start over and enter a
valid time of day.
the door.
• Light reflection around door or outer case.
• Dimming oven light and change in the
blower sound at power levels other
than high.
You have tried to change the power level
when it is not allowed. Many of the oven’s
features are preset and cannot be changed.
• Dull thumping sound while oven is
operating.
• TV-radio interference might be noticed
while using the microwave. Similar to
the interference caused by other small
appliances, it does not indicate a problem
with the microwave. Plug the microwave
into a different electrical circuit, move the
radio or TV as far away from the
microwave as possible or check the
position and signal of the TV/radio
antenna.
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Consumer Services
WARRANTY
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Consumer Services
WARRANTY (Continued)
* NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER
This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and
the consumer is responsible for the items listed below:
1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with
the product.
2. Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions
provided with the appliance and in accordance with all local plumbing,
electrical and/or gas codes.
3. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage,
replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose connections or defects in
house wiring.
4. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal
of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are not a part of the appliance when
it was shipped from the factory.
5. Damages to finish after installation.
6. Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with
these features).
EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not cover the following:
1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE
AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS
WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.
Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or
material, or for appliances not in ordinary household use. The consumer shall
pay for such service calls.
3. Damages caused by services performed by servicers other than Electrolux
Home Products North America or its authorized servicers; use of parts other
than genuine Electrolux Home Products parts; obtained from persons other
than such servicers; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate
power supply or acts of God.
4. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered
and cannot be readily determined.
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Consumer Services
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip or some other appropriate payment
record. The date on the bill establishes the warranty period should
service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to
obtain and keep all receipts. This written warranty gives you specific
legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux
Home Products:
This warranty only applies in the 50 states of the U.S.A., Puerto Rico
and Canada. Product features or specifications as described or
illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are
made by Electrolux Home Products North America, a division of
White Consolidated Industries, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is
warranted by WCI Canada, Inc.
USA
800•944•9044
Canada
866•294•9911
Electrolux Home Products
Electrolux Home Products
North America
North America
P.O. Box 212378
Augusta, GA 30917
6150 McLaughlin Road
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
L5R 4C2
CFMV145
FMV145
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