Question 1

This steamer came with our fleetwood  discovery tha thas all whirlpool appliances.  there was no instruction booklet for the steamer..  the microwave

Accepted Answer

It's just a steamer, a rather good one. We just pour an ounce or two of tap water in the bottom, add a package of frozen vegetables and set the microwave timer for six to eight minutes on high depending on the vegetable package instructions. When cooking fresh corn on the cob we add the water, set the timer for six minutes, then turn the cobs around and rotate them then cook for another 6 minutes on high. It's really great for tamales in the husk we freeze ourselves, steam two for six minutes on high turning half way through, add more time if necessary. I also steam shredded fresh potatoes after rinsing the excess starch off in a colander for six minutes on high to precook them before frying as hash browns in hot oil. Works for onions too before slow caramelizing for use in French Onion Soup. It's really easy to use, which is why there are no instructions included in the box. An instruction sheet for the microwave should be downloadable from the manufacturer's site, and the model number tag should be inside the door.

Question 2

Will a large bag of green beans fit inside

Accepted Answer

Yes. I buy about 2 + lbs of green beans a week & they fit.

Question 3

Does this work for cooking bacon?

Accepted Answer

No, it is a steamer. So unless you like steamed bacon, chewy and mushy, not the right tool. It is perfect to steam veggies, all kinds, makes perfect potatoes, carrots, string beans, bro coils...

Question 4

Is this the accessory that is recommended for the WMH76718AB Whirlpool "optional steamer accessory", or is there a different accessory?

Accepted Answer

I imagine this steamer will work in the model you have listed because I purchased it to use in a Maytag microwave and it works great.  Even if there is a different steamer made and recommended by whirlpool for your model microwave, this one will still work.

ASIN	B002R0DXKK
Best Sellers Rank	#2,129,796 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #4,023 in Microwave Oven Replacement Parts
Brand Name	Whirlpool
Color	Black
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (200)
Global Trade Identification Number	00883049153698
Included Components	Microwave Steamer
Item Dimensions L x W x H	13.75"L x 8.5"W x 5.25"H
Item Type Name	Microwave Steamer
Item Weight	16 ounces
Manufacturer	Whirlpool
Material	Plastic
Model Number	8205262RB
Number of Items	1
Part Number	8205262RB
UPC	883049153698
Unit Count	1 Count

Whirlpool 8205262RB Genuine OEM Steamer For Microwaves – Replaces 8205262A, W10857800, 1480427, 8183727, 8184864, 8204727, 8205262, AH2347416, EA2347416, PS2347416, W10660051

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