Manual for KBHS179

Name: Manual for KBHS179
Brand: KitchenAid
Availability: InStock

Brand: KitchenAid

Category: Microwave Oven

Document Type: Manual

Language: EN

Available Languages: EN , ES

Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 7:38 p.m.

Manual Publish Date: 2007-10-01

Warranty Information

Limited warranty covers one year for parts and labor, with extended component coverage and a 10-year warranty on the stainless steel oven cavity/inner door for rust-through.

This manual covers built-in convection microwave ovens from KitchenAid's SUPERBA line. It provides instructions on safety, parts and features, electronic oven control, operation, care, troubleshooting, assistance, and warranty.

Key operations include:

Safety: Important safety instructions and precautions to avoid microwave exposure.
Parts and Features: Identification of components like the convection grid, crisper pan, baking tray, and steamer vessel.
Electronic Oven Control: Explanation of displays, number codes, and control functions like Clock, Timer, Options, Start/Add a Minute, and Control Lock.
Operation: Detailed guidance on various cooking functions such as Manual Cooking, Sensor Cook, Crisper Pan Frying, Custom Reheat, Custom Defrost, Steam Cooking, Popcorn, Keeping Food Warm, Crisp, Soften/Melt, and EasyConvect™ Conversion.
Care: Instructions for general cleaning of the oven cavity, door, exterior, and accessories.
Troubleshooting: Solutions for common issues like 'Nothing will operate,' 'Microwave oven will not operate,' and display messages.
Assistance and Service: Information on how to get help, order parts, and find authorized service centers.
Warranty: Details on the limited warranty, including coverage and exclusions.

Troubleshooting and error codes

Problem	Possible Cause & Solution
Nothing will operate	Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker: Replace fuse or reset breaker. Call electrician if problem continues. Appliance not wired properly: See Installation Instructions.
Microwave oven will not operate	Door not completely closed: Firmly close door. Electronic oven control not set correctly: See "Electronic Oven Control" section. Control Lock set (on some models): See "Control Lock" section. Lower oven self-cleaning (on combination models): Upper oven will not work. Magnetron not working properly: Heat 1 cup (250 mL) cold water for 2 minutes at 100% power. If water doesn't heat, call for service.
Oven makes humming noise	Normal, occurs when the transformer in the magnetron cycles on.
Oven door looks wavy	Normal, does not affect performance.
Turntable will not operate	Turntable not properly in place: Ensure it is correct side up and seated securely on the support. Turntable support not operating properly: Remove, clean support and rollers. Reinstall support and turntable. Place water on turntable and restart. If problem persists, call for service. Do not operate without proper turntable function.
Turntable rotates both directions	Normal, depends on motor rotation at cycle start.
Display shows messages	Letter followed by a number: Clear display. See "Display(s)". If it reappears, call for service.
Display shows time countdown, but is not operating	Timer is in use: See "Timer" section.
Tones are not sounding	Tones are disabled: See "Tones" section.
Smoke coming from oven vent during crisping	Some smoke is normal during crisping.
Sparking during crisping	Normal, occurs as fat burns off from past cooking. Will stop once fat is burned off.
Cooking times seem too long	Cooking power not set properly: See "Microwave Cooking Power" in "Microwave Oven Use" section. Large amounts of food: Longer cooking times needed. Incoming voltage less than specified: Have a qualified electrician check the electrical system.
Radio or TV Interference	Microwave oven plugged into same outlet: Try a different outlet. Radio/TV receiver near oven: Move receiver away or adjust antenna. Oven door and sealing surfaces are dirty: Ensure they are clean.