Whirlpool W10178097 User Manual

The EZ-CHOICE

®

 Feature pads have been programmed with 

common microwavable foods, their quantities, cook powers and 
cook times. 

NOTE: During Popcorn function, as with all microwave cooking 
functions, the microwave oven should be attended at all times. 
Listen for popping to slow to 1 pop every 1 or 2 seconds, then 
stop the cycle.

Use the following chart as a guide for the EZ-CHOICE

®

 pads.

*To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not use regular 

paper bags or glassware. For best cooking results, do not try to 
pop unpopped kernels. Use fresh bags of popcorn for optimal 
results. Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content. If 
using a microwave popcorn popper, follow manufacturer’s 
instructions.

1. Place food on the turntable and close the door.

2. Touch one of the EZ-CHOICE

®

 pads.

The display will show first programmed serving size. Touch 
the pad again to change quantity. See chart for available 
serving sizes.

The microwave oven will begin cooking automatically after a 
brief delay.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and 
the end-of-cycle tones will sound.

3. Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display.

The Auto Defrost feature’s preset programs can be used or the 
microwave oven can be manually set to defrost. 

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Unwrap foods and remove lids (for example, from fruit juice 
containers) before defrosting.

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Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than deep blocks.

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Separate food pieces as soon as possible during or at the 
end of the cycle for more even defrosting.

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Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such 
as chicken wings, leg tips and fish tails. See “Aluminum Foil 
and Metal” first.

The Auto Defrost feature has preset times and cook powers for 
3 categories: Meat, Poultry and Fish. It should not be used for 
food that has been left outside the freezer for more than 
20 minutes, or for frozen ready-made food. Use the following 
chart as a guide.

1. Place food, uncovered, on the turntable and close the door.

2. Touch AUTO DEFROST.

The display will show the setting for defrosting Meat. Touch 
AUTO DEFROST a second time for the Poultry setting, and a 
third time for the Fish setting.

3. Enter the weight. 

Weight can be set from 0.1 lb to 6.0 lbs (45 g to 2.7 kg).

4. Touch START.

The display will count down the defrost time.

During defrosting, 5 short tones will sound. These tones 
indicate it is time to check, turn, rearrange, or separate food. 
Open door, turn food if necessary, close door, and touch 
START to resume defrosting.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and 
the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder 
tones.

5. Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display.

To Defrost Manually: Follow direction in “Manual Cooking” 
section, and use 30% cooking power. See “Microwave Cooking 
Power” chart.

Popcorn*

3.5 oz (99 g)
3.0 oz (85 g)
1.5 oz (43 g)

Pop only one package at a 
time. For bag sizes not listed 
in this section, follow 
directions on package.

Baked 
Potatoes

1-4 medium, 
10-13 oz (283-
369 g) each, 
similar in size

Pierce each one several times 
with a fork. Place on turntable 
around edges, at least 1" 
(2.5 cm) apart. Let stand 
5 minutes after cooking.

Dinner Plate 
(refrigerated)

1-2 servings, 
8 oz (227 g) each

Place food on plate, cover 
with plastic wrap and vent.

Frozen 
Entrée

10 oz (283 g)

Remove from package. 
Loosen cover on 3 sides. If 
entrée is not in microwave-
safe container, place on 
plate, cover with plastic wrap 
and vent. Let stand 
2-3 minutes after cooking.

Fresh 
Vegetable

1-4 cups 
(250 mL-1 L)

Place in microwave-safe 
container, and add 2-4 tbs 
(30-60 mL) water. Cover with 
plastic wrap and vent. Stir 
and let stand 2-3 minutes 
after cooking.

Pizza 
Reheat 
(refrigerated)

1-3 slices, 4 oz 
(113 g) each

Place on paper towel or 
paper plate in the center of 
the turntable.

Beverage

1-2 cups, 8 oz 
(250 mL) each

Do not cover. The diameter of 
the cup’s opening will affect 
how the liquid heats. 
Beverages in cups with 
smaller openings may heat 
faster.

Beef: ground, steaks, roast, 
stew

The narrow or fatty areas of 
irregular shaped cuts should 
be shielded with foil before 
defrosting.

Do not defrost less than 1/4 lb 
(113 g) or two 4 oz (113 g) 
patties.

Place all meats in microwave-
safe baking dish. Do not 
cover.

Lamb: stew and chops

Pork: chops, ribs, roasts, 
sausage

Chicken: whole and cut up

Place in microwave-safe 
baking dish, chicken breast 
side up. Do not cover.

Turkey: breast

Place in microwave-safe 
baking dish. Do not cover.