Amana AMC4080AAS Owner`s manual
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1. for example near a kitchen sink in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc Keep the inside of the oven clean Food particles or spattered oils stuck to the oven walls or floor can cause paint damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven Do not immerse cord or plug in water Keep cord away from heated surfaces Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter When cleaning door and oven surfaces use only mild nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth To reduce the risk of fire in the oven a Do not overcook food Watch appliance carefully if paper plastic or other combustible materials are inside b Remove wire twist ties from plastic cooking bags before placing bags in oven c lf materials inside the oven ignite keep the oven door closed turn the oven off disconnect the power cord or shut off the power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel d Do not use the oven compartment for storage purposes Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use Do not try to preheat oven or operate while empty Do not cook without the glass tray in place on the oven floor Food will not cook properly without the tray S Do not defrost frozen beverages in narrow necked bottles The containers can break Dishes and containers can become hot Handle with care Carefully remove container coverings directing steam away from hands and face2. Remove lids from baby food before reheating After heating baby food stir well and test temperature by tasting before serving A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used with caution Do not operate any other heating or cooking appliance beneath this appliance Do not mount unit over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance Do not mount over a sink Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance when it is in operation IMPORTANT GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 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 electrical current This appliance is equipped with a cord that includes a grounding wire and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded Plug the three prong power cord into a properly grounded outlet of standard 115 120 voltage 60 Hz Your oven should be the only appliance on this circuit SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 Safety amp WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock Consult a qualified electrician or servicer if you do not understand the grounding instructions or if you are not sure if the appliance is properly grounded Use of Extension Cords A
3. 14 Guide for Cooking Eggs in Your Microwave Never cook eggs in the shell and never warm hard cooked eggs in the shell they can explode Always pierce whole eggs to keep them from bursting Cook eggs just until set they become tough if overcooked Guide for Cooking Vegetables in Your Microwave Vegetables should be washed just before cooking Often no extra water is needed If dense vegetables such as potatoes carrots and green beans are being cooked add about 1 4 cup water Small vegetables sliced carrots peas lima beans etc will cook faster than larger ones Whole vegetables such as potatoes acorn squash or corn on the cob should be arranged in a circle on the turntable before cooking They will cook more evenly if turned over after half the cooking time Always place vegetables like asparagus and broccoli with the stem ends pointing towards the edge of the dish and the tips toward the center When cooking cut vegetables always cover the dish with a lid or vented microwavable plastic wrap Whole unpeeled vegetables such as potatoes squash eggplant etc should have their skin pricked in several spots before cooking to prevent them from bursting For more even cooking stir or rearrange whole vegetables halfway through the cooking time Generally the denser the food the longer the standing time Standing time refers to the time necessary for dense large foods and vegetables to finish cooking after they
4. To reduce risk of burns electric shock fire personal injury or exposure to excessive microwave energy Read all safety instructions before using the appliance Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY on this page This appliance must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded outlets See IMPORTANT GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS on page 3 of this manual Install or place this appliance only in accordance with the installation instructions provided Some items like whole eggs and food in sealed containers may explode if heated in this oven Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the manual Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance This type of oven is specifically designed to heat cook or dry food It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 Safety Important Safety Instructions continued As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment Do not cover or block any of the openings on this appliance Do not store this appliance outdoors Do not use near water
5. should be pierced to prevent bursting Frying with heating oil or fat is not recommended Fat and oil can suddenly boil over and cause severe burns Some ingredients heat faster than others For example the jelly inside a jelly doughnut will be hotter than the dough Keep this in mind to avoid burns Home canning in the microwave oven is not recommended because all harmful bacteria may not be destroyed by the microwave heating process Although microwaves do not heat the cookware the heat is often transferred to the cookware Always use pot holders when removing food from the microwave and instruct children to do the same AMC4080AA_eng fm Page 13 Thursday March 11 2004 9 12 AM Cooking Instructions Cooking Guide i p g GUIDE for Cooking Meat in Your Microwave Place meat on a microwave safe roasting rack in a microwave safe dish i Start meat fat side down Use narrow strips of aluminum foil to shield any bone tips or thin meat areas Check the temperature in several places before letting the meat stand the recommended time The following temperatures are removal temperatures The temperature of the food will rise during the standing time i i Roast Beef Cooking Time Place roast fat side down on Boneless 7 10 min b for 115 F roasting rack Cover with wax i Rare paper Turnover when cooking Up to 4 ibs 8 11 min ib for 120 F time is half up Let stand 10 Medium min 9 14
6. CLOCK Use the Number buttons to enter the current time Press CLOCK again Press the ONE MINUTE button once for each minute of cooking The time will display and the oven will start Press button that corresponds to the food you are cooking for example POPCORN Press the button repeatedly to select serving size Press AUTO DEFROST Enter weight of food by pressing AUTO DEFROST button repeatedly or using the number buttons When the oven beeps press PAUSE CANCEL button and turn food over Press START to resume defrosting cycle Use NUMBER buttons to set cooking time Press the POWER LEVEL button If you want to set the power level to something other than High press the POWER LEVEL button repeatedly Press START to begin cooking e Printed in Malaysia
7. Caneel Start Your New Microwave oven Control Panel Buttons AMC4080AAS One Minute Press once for every minute of cooking at High power Instant Cook Buttons Instant settings to cook popular foods Number buttons Sets cooking times Power Level Sets power to level other than high Auto Defrost Sets weight of the food to be defrosted Clock Sets current time Pause Cancel Press to pause oven or correct a mistake Start Press to start cooking p 9 p 8 p 10 p 9 p 8 p 8 Operation Setting the Clock 1 Press the Clock button The display will show Use the Number buttons to enter the current time You must press at least three numbers to set the clock If the current time is 5 00 enter 5 0 0 SU Press Clock again A colon will blink indicating that the time is set If there is a power interruption you will need to reset the clock You can check the current time while cooking is in progress by pressing the Clock button Using the Pause Cancel Button The Pause Cancel button allows you to clear instructions you have entered lt also allows you to pause the oven s cooking cycle so that you can check the food To pause the oven during cooking press Pause Cancel once To restart press Start To stop cooking erase instructions and return the oven display to the time of day press Pause Cancel twice To Correct a mistake you have just entered press Pause Ca
8. Ib increments up to 6 0 Ibs The Auto Defrost button will increase the weight by 0 2Kg up to 2 6kg if you are using metric measurement You can also use the number buttons to enter the weight of the food directly The oven calculates the defrosting time and starts automatically Twice during defrosting the oven will beep to let you know to turn the food over Press the Pause Cancel button open the oven door and turn the food over Press the Start button to resume defrosting See page 15 for the Defrosting Guide Operation Setting Cooking Times amp Power Levels Your microwave allows you to set up to two different stages of cooking each with its own time length and power level The power level button lets you control the heating intensity from Warm 1 to High 0 One stage Cooking For simple one stage cooking you only need to set a cooking time The power level is automatically set to High If you want to set the power to any other level you must set it using the Power Level button 1 Use the number buttons to set a cooking time You can set a time from one second to 99 minutes 99 seconds To set a time over one minute enter the seconds too For example to set 20 minutes enter 2 0 0 0 2 If you want to set the power level to something other than High press the Power Level button then use the number buttons to enter a power level Power Levels 1 PL 10 Warm 6 PL 60 Simmer 2 PL 20 Low 7
9. aan ET EAE EE rene Daa AA taraa ADPONIX penssi ipate andaa n aaiae seeauerachindevdepsectecssveasessoes Troubleshooting Guide Care and Cleaning Specifications Warranty 0 QUICK REFERENCE inssin asina Checking Parts Unpack your microwave oven and check to make sure that you have all the parts shown here If any part is missing or broken call your dealer roller guide ring registration card instruction manual template installation manual Your New Microwave oven Setting Up Your Microwave Oven 1 Place the oven on a flat sturdy surface and plug the cord into a grounded outlet Once plugged in the display on your oven will show HEH Make sure there is adequate ventilation for your oven by leaving at least four inches of space behind above and to the side of the oven Open the oven door by pressing the button below the control panel Wipe the inside of the oven with a damp cloth Place the pre assembled ring in the indentation in the center of the oven Place the glass tray on top of the ring so that the three glass tabs in the center of the tray fit securely into the tabs on the floor of the oven Control Panel Buttons AMC4080AAB W Q 2 Popcorn Potato Pizza fresh Frozen Beverage eheat Vegetables Dinner 1 2 a2 4 amp 3 mB 7 A f g Oo Power Auto 4 Level Defrost Clock 1 p i Pause 7 7
10. come out of the oven A baked potato can stand on the counter for five minutes before cooking is completed while a dish of peas can be served immediately Cooking Instructions Auto Defrosting Guide Follow the instructions below when defrosting different types of food Roast Beef Pork Steaks Chops Fish Ground Meat Whole Chicken Chicken Pieces 2 5 6 0 Ibs 0 5 3 0 Ibs 0 5 3 0 Ibs 2 5 6 0 Ibs 0 5 3 0 Ibs Start with the food placed fat side down After each stage turn the food over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil After each stage rearrange the food If there are any warm or thawed portions of food shield them with narrow flat pieces of aluminum foil Remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted Let stand covered for 5 10 minutes After each stage remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted Let stand covered with foil for 5 10 minutes Remove giblets before freezing poultry Start defrosting with the breast side down After the first stage turn the chicken over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil After the second stage again shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil Let stand covered for 30 60 minutes in the refrigerator After each stage rearrange or remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted Let stand for 10 20 minutes Ld 15 Notes Check foods
11. min ib for 145 F Well Done Power Level High Hi for first 5 min then when cooking time is half up i Up to 4 Ibs Power Level High Hi Let stand 10 min for first 5 min then Medium 50 f Pork Cooking Time Place roast fat side down on i Boneless 8 12 min lb for 160 F roasting rack Cover with i or bone in Well Done vented plastic wrap Turn over gt Medium 50 Bacon Cooking Time Arrange slices on roasting rack e 2 slices 1 2min or a dish lined with paper 2 6 slices 4 slices 274 3 min towel Cover with paper towel 6 slices 4 512 min Microwave until crisp Power Level High Hi 13 GUIDE for Cooking Poultry in Your Microwave Place poultry on a microwave safe roasting rack in a microwave safe dish Cover poultry with wax paper to prevent spattering Use aluminum foil to shield bone tips thin meat areas or areas that start to overcook Check the temperature in several places before letting the poultry stand the recommended time Whole Cooking Time Place chicken breast side down Chicken 8 11 min 1b 170 180 F on roasting rack Cover with wax paper Turn over when Up to 4 Power Level High Hi cooking time is half up Cook Ibs until juices run clear and meat near the bone is no longer pink Let stand 5 10 min Chicken Cooking Time Place chicken bone side down Pieces 6 9 min Ib on dish with the thickest 180 F dark meat p
12. DA to locate an authorized servicer Be sure to retain proof of purchase to verify warranty status Refer to WARRANTY for further information on owner s responsibilities for warranty service Ifthe dealer or service company cannot resolve the problem write to Maytag Services Attn CAIR Center P O Box 2370 Cleveland TN 37320 2370 or call 1 800 843 0304 U S A and 1 866 587 2002 CANADA U S customers using TTY for deaf hearing impaired or speech impaired call 1 800 688 2080 NOTE When writing or calling about a service problem please include the following information a Your name address and telephone number b Model number and serial number c Name and address of your dealer or servicer d Aclear description of the problem you are having e Proof of purchase sales receipt User s guides service manuals and parts information are available from Maytag Services Amana Customer Assistance IN NO EVENT SHALL MAYTAG BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have others which vary from state to state For example some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so a this exclusion may not apply to you 20 Note Quick Reference Feature Set Clock One Minute Cooking Instant Cook Buttons Auto Defrost Set Cooking Time and Power Levels wd md Operation Press
13. Microwave Oven Owner s Manual AMC4080AAB W Q AMC4080AAS AMC4080AAB W Q AMC4080AAS Part No 8112P250 60 Form No A 01 04 Code No DE68 02901A Safety amp PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY a Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks b Do not place any object between the front face of the oven and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces c Do not operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the 1 Door bent or dented 2 Hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 Door seals and sealing surfaces d The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel WARNING Always observe Safety Precautions when using your oven Never try to repair the oven on your own there is dangerous voltage inside If the oven needs to be repaired call 1 800 843 0304 U S A 1 866 587 2002 CANADA for the name of an authorized service center near you M cc IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using any electrical appliance basic safety precautions should be followed including the following amp WARNING
14. PL 70 Medium High 3 PL 30 Defrost 8 PL 80 Reheat 4 PL 40 Medium Low 9 PL 90 Saut 5 PL 50 Medium O PL Hi High 3 Press the Start button to begin cooking If you want to change the power level press Pause Cancel before you press Start and re enter all of the instructions Some recipes require different stages of cooking at different temperatures You can set multiple stages of cooking with your microwave 10 Multi stage Cooking 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 in the One Stage Cooking section on the previous page When entering more than one cooking stage the Power Level button must be pressed before the second cooking stage can be entered To set the power level at High for a stage of cooking press the Power Level button twice Use the number buttons to set a second cooking time Press the Power Level button then use the number buttons to set the power level of the second stage of cooking Press Start to begin cooking You can check the Power Level while cooking is in progress by pressing the Power Level button Cooking Instructions Cooking Utensils Recommended Use Glass and glass ceramic bowls and dishes Use for heating or cooking Microwave browning dish Use to brown the exterior of small items such as steaks chops or pancakes Follow the directions provided with your browning dish Microwavable plastic wrap Use to retain steam Leave a small opening for some ste
15. am to escape and avoid placing it directly on the food Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering Paper towels and napkins Use for short term heating and covering they absorb excess moisture and prevent spattering Do not use recycled paper towels which may contain metal and can catch fire Paper plates and cups Use for short term heating at low temperatures Do not use recycled paper which may contain metal and can catch fire Thermometers Use only those labeled Microwave Safe and follow all directions Check the food in several places Conventional thermometers may be used once the food has been removed from the oven Limited Use Aluminum foil Use narrow strips of foil to prevent overcooking of exposed areas Using too much foil can damage your oven so be careful Ceramic porcelain and stoneware Use these if they are labeled Microwave Safe If they are not labeled test them to make sure they can be used safely Never use dishes with metallic trim Plastic Use only if labeled Microwave Safe Other plastics can melt Straw wicker and wood Use only for short term heating as they can be flammable 11 Not Recommended Glass jars and bottles Regular glass is too thin to be used ina microwave and can shatter Paper bags These are a fire hazard except for popcorn bags that are designed for microwave use Styrofoam plates and cups These can melt and le
16. ave an unhealthy residue on food Plastic storage and food containers Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in the microwave Metal utensils These can damage your oven Remove all metal before cooking Testing Utensils If you are not sure whether a dish is microwave safe or not you can perform this test 2 Fill a cup with water and put inside your oven next to the dish you want to test Press the One Minute button once to heat them for one minute at High power The water should be warm and the dish you are testing should be cool If the dish is warm then it is absorbing microwave energy and is not acceptable for use in the microwave Cooking Instructions Cooking Techniques Stirring Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats more quickly so stir from the outside to the center The oven will turn off when you open the door to stir your food Arrangement Arrange unevenly shaped foods such as chicken pieces or chops with the thicker meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable where they receive more microwave energy To prevent overcooking place thin or delicate parts toward the center of the turntable Shielding Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking Areas that need shielding include poultry wing tips the ends of poultry legs and corners of s
17. cates microwave leakage Never operate the oven without food in it this can damage the magnetron tube or glass tray You may wish to leave a cup of water in the oven when it is not in use to prevent damage if the oven is accidentally turned on If you have a problem you cannot solve please call our service line 1 800 843 0304 U S A 1 866 587 2002 CANADA Appendix Specifications Model Number Oven Cavity Controls Timer Power Source Power Output Outside Dimensions Oven Cavity Dimensions Net Gross Weight Model Number Oven Cavity Controls Timer Power Source Power Output Outside Dimensions Oven Cavity Dimensions Net Gross Weight AMC4080AAB W Q 0 8 cu ft 10 power levels including defrost 99 minutes 99 seconds 120 VAC 60 Hz 800 Watts 19 1 4 W X 10 13 16 H X 13 27 32 D 13 W X 7 29 32 H X 13 D 26 5 28 5 Ibs AMC4080AAS 0 8 cu ft 10 power levels including defrost 99 minutes 99 seconds 120 VAC 60 Hz 800 Watts 19 1 4 W X 10 13 16 H X 15 2 25 D 13 W X 7 29 32 H X 13 D 27 2 29 4 Ibs 19 Warranty Limited One Year Warranty Parts and Labor For one 1 year from the original retail purchase date any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge when carried into an authorized servicer Limited Warranties Parts Only Second through Fifth Year From the original purchase date parts listed below w
18. g the oven into a different outlet The oven s display works but the power won t come on Make sure the door is closed securely Check to see if packing material or other material is stuck to the door seal Check for door damage Press Cancel twice and re enter all cooking instructions The power goes off before the set time has elapsed If there has not been a power outage remove the plug from the outlet wait ten seconds then plug it in again If there was a power outage the time indicator will display 88 88 Reset the clock and any cooking instructions Reset the circuit breaker or replace any blown fuse The food is cooking too slowly Make sure the oven is on its own 15 amp circuit line Operating another appliance on the same circuit can cause a voltage drop If necessary move the oven to its own circuit You see sparks or arcing Remove any metallic utensils cookware or metal ties If using foil use only narrow strips and allow at least one inch between the foil and interior oven walls The turntable makes noises or sticks Clean the turntable roller ring and oven floor Make sure the turntable and roller ring are positioned correctly Using your microwave causes TV or radio interference This is similar to the interference caused by other small appliances such as hair dryers Move your microwave further away from other appliances like your TV or radio 18 Note If the oven is se
19. hich fail in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge for the part itself with the owner paying all other costs including labor mileage transportation and trip charge if required Magnetron touch pad and microprocessor What is not covered by these warranties Replacement of household fuses resetting of circuit breakers or correction to household wiring or plumbing Normal product maintenance and cleaning including light bulbs Products with original serial numbers removed altered or not readily determined Products purchased for commercial industrial rental or leased use Products located outside of the U S A or Canada Premium service charges if the servicer is requested to perform service in addition to normal service or outside normal service hours or area Adjustments after the first year Repairs resulting from the following Improper installation exhaust system or maintenance Any modification alteration or adjustment not authorized by the manufacturer Accident misuse abuse fire flood or acts of nature Connections to improper electrical current voltage supply or gas supply Use of improper pans containers or accessories that cause damage to the product Travel If you need service Call the dealer from whom your appliance was purchased or call Maytag Services Amana Customer Assistance at 1 800 843 0304 U S A and 1 866 587 2002 CANA
20. ike fashion Remove from oven wrap in foil and let stand 3 5 min Once during cooking the oven will beep to let you know to turn the food over Put the pizza on a microwave safe plate with wide end of slice towards the outside edge of the plate Do not let slices overlap Do not cover Before serving let stand 1 2 min Use measuring cup or mug do not cover Place the beverage in the oven After heating stir well Note The cooking time of 3 0 oz microwave popcorn depends on the content of butter and brands Cooking time is adjustable for desired taste with numeric pads following package instructions Using the One Minute Button This button offers a convenient way to heat food in one minute increments at the High power level 1 Press the One Minute button once for each minute you wish to cook the food For example press it twice for two minutes The time will display and the oven starts automatically Add minutes to a program in progress by pressing the One Minute t button for each minute you want to add Defrosting Automatically To thaw frozen food set the weight of the food and the microwave automati cally sets the defrosting time power level and standing time 1 2 Press the Auto Defrost button The display shows 0 5 lbs 0 2Kg if you have set your oven for metric measure To set the weight of your food press the Auto Defrost button repeatedly This increases the weight by 0 5
21. k at High until mixture boils 30 40 sec Stir in vinegar and 1 2 cup water Cook at High until liquid boils and thickens slightly 1 2 min stir once Add bacon to dressing Pour dressing over potatoes Stir well Makes 6 servings 17 Black Bean Soup 1 cup chopped onion 1 clove garlic minced 2 cans 15 oz each black beans drained 1 can 14 16 oz stewed tomatoes chopped 1 can 13 75 14 5 oz chicken broth 1 can 7 8 5 oz corn 1 can 4 oz chopped green chilies 1 2 tsp ground cumin or to taste 1 Place onion and garlic in a 3 quart casserole Cover with lid Cook at High for 3 to 5 minutes until tender 2 Add one can of beans mash beans with a fork Add remaining ingredients mix well 3 Cook uncovered at High for 10 minutes stir Reduce power to Medium and cook for 5 minutes Stir before serving Makes about 2 quarts Appendix Troubleshooting Guide Before you call a repair person for your oven check this list of possible problems and solutions Neither the oven s display nor the oven operate Properly insert the plug into a grounded outlet ifthe outlet is controlled by a wall switch make sure the wall switch is turned on Remove the plug from the outlet wait ten seconds then plug it in again Reset the circuit breaker or replace any blown fuse Plug another appliance into the outlet if the other appliance doesn t work have a qualified electrician repair the outlet Plu
22. ncel once then re enter the instructions Using the Instant Cook Buttons 1 Press the Instant Cook button corresponding to the food you are cooking Popcorn for example The display shows the first serving size ike 4 5 Press the button repeatedly to select the serving size you want The display will cycle through all available serving sizes Once you select the correct serving size the microwave will begin cooking automatically 30 45 See next page for Instant Cook Guide Operation Instant Cook Chart Popcorn Fresh Vegetable Frozen Dinner Potato Pizza Reheat Beverage 3 oz 3 0 3 5 oz 1 cup 2 cups 3 cups 4 cups 8 10 oz 10 12 oz 1 EA 2EA 3 EA 4 EA 1 Slice 2 Slices 3 Slices v2 cup 1 cup 2 cups Use one microwave only bag of popcorn Use caution when removing and opening hot bag from oven To help prevent the popcorn bag from getting stuck in the oven fold each end of the bag up one inch before placing the bag in the center of the oven If it still gets stuck open the door and reposition the bag close the door and press start Place the vegetable into a casserole and add some water Cover during cooking and stir before standing Remove package from outerwrapping and follow package instructions for covering and standing After cooking let stand 1 3 min Prick each potato several times with fork Place on turntable in spoke l
23. ortions towards the outside of Up to 2 170 F light meat the dish Cover with wax paper Ibs Power Level High Hi Turn over when cooking time is half up Cook until juices run clear and meat near the bone is no longer pink Let stand 5 10 min Cooking Instructions Guide for Cooking Seafood in Your Microwave Cook fish until it flakes easily with a fork Place fish on a microwave safe roasting rack in a microwave safe dish Use a tight cover to steam fish A lighter cover of wax paper or paper towel provides less steaming Do not overcook fish check it at minimum cooking time Steaks Cooking Time Arrange steaks on roasting rack 6 9 min b with meaty portions towards the Up to outside of rack Cover with wax 1 5 Ibs Power Level Medium paper Turn over and rearrange High 70 when cooking time is half up Cook until fish flakes easily with a fork Let stand 3 5 min Fillets Cooking Time Arrange fillets in a baking dish 3 7 min b turning any thin pieces under Up to Cover with wax paper If over 1 2 1 5 Ibs Power Level High Hi inch thick turn over and rearrange when cooking time is half up Cook until fish flakes easily with a fork Let stand 2 3 min Shrimp Cooking Time Arrange shrimp ina baking dish 3 6 min b without overlapping or layering Up to Cover with wax paper Cook until 1 5 lbs Power Level High Hi firm and opaque stirring 2 or 3 times Let stand 5 min
24. quare baking dishes Use only small amounts of aluminum foil Larger amounts can damage your oven Turning Turn foods over midway through cooking to expose all parts to microwave energy This is especially important with large items such as roasts Standing Foods cooked in the microwave build up internal heat and continue to cook for a few minutes after the oven stops Let foods stand to complete cooking especially foods such as roasts and whole vegetables Roasts need this time to complete cooking in the center without overcooking the outer areas All liquids such as soup or hot chocolate should be shaken or stirred when cooking is complete Let liquids stand a moment before serving When heating baby food stir well and test the temperature before serving 12 Adding Moisture Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules Food that is uneven in moisture content should be covered or allowed to stand so that the heat disperses evenly Add a small amount of water to dry food to help it cook General Tips Dense foods such as potatoes take longer to heat than lighter foods Foods with a delicate texture should be heated at a low power level to avoid becoming tough Altitude and the type of cookware you are using can affect cooking time When using a new recipe use the minimum cooking time and check the food occasionally to prevent overcooking Foods with a non porous skin or shell such as potatoes eggs or hot dogs
25. rough heating it 3 4 After heating allow the container to stand in the microwave Do not use straight sided containers with narrow necks oven for a short time before removing the container Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container SAVE THESE NSTRUCTIONS 4 Your New Microwave oven Table of Contents Safe aa ea anae EA EEE AE SADa IE AREENA REA ENAN E REANA 2 Your New Microwave OVEN sesisssssesssrrrsnninnnssnssnirnnnnennsensnn nnn nana 5 Checking Panse Sucsvest e daseiaterad E aaa a aa 5 Setting Up Your Microwave OVEN sassssesrsrresreririiirsrreerrrie 6 Control Panel Buttons AMC4080AABIW Q serres 6 Control Panel Buttons AMC4080AAS ascese 7 Operation iiss ial aon iin dea E aaa eens ORANA Ea AG EAEEREN RE EENE 8 Setting the Clock niaranra E A TS 8 Using the Pause Cancel Button aenssserssrrrsrrrsserersrrrernnirssn 8 Using the Instant Cook Buttons cecccceeeceeseteeeeenseeeenaes 8 Instant Cook Chartis eenia n EaR aE 9 Using the One Minute Button ceccecsteeceseteeeereneeenees 9 Defrosting Automatically nenni a an aE 9 Setting Cooking Times amp Power Levels ou One stage Cooking cessisse An M ltstage Cooking neenetsi artana OaE GR Cooking Instructions Cooking Utensils Testing Utensils Cooking Techniques General MSs nied casters a NEA E AANER Rii Cooking Guide Auto Defrosting Guide sisi RECIPES everuiin ca artessav vendor
26. s cheddar cheese shredded 1 pkg 9 10 oz frozen chopped broccoli thawed 4 cups cooked spiral shaped pasta 8 oz dry 1 In a2 quart casserole cook butter and onion at High for 2 to 3 minutes until onion is soft stirring once 2 Add flour salt mustard and pepper mix well Cook at High for 60 to 90 seconds until mixture boils Stir in milk until smooth 3 Stir in red pepper Cook at High for 2 to 3 minutes until mixture boils and thickens slightly stirring twice Stir in cheese until melted 4 Add broccoli and pasta mix well Cover with lid Cook at High for 4 to 6 minutes until heated through stirring once Stir before serving Makes 6 servings Cooking Instructions Warm Potato Salad 2 lbs small red potatoes cut into 2 inch pieces 4 slices bacon uncooked cut into 12 inch pieces 14 cup chopped onion 2 tsp sugar 1 tsp salt 1 tsp flour 2 tsp celery seed t s tsp pepper 2 Tbs apple cider vinegar 1 In a2 quart casserole combine potatoes and cup water Cover with lid Cook at High until potatoes are tender 10 12 min stir twice Drain and set aside to cool slightly 2 In a medium bowl cook bacon at High until crisp 3 5 min stir once Place bacon on a paper towel Reserve 1 Tbs drippings 3 Combine drippings and onion Cover with plastic wrap turn back a corner to vent steam Cook at High until tender 3 4 min stir once 4 Stir in sugar salt flour celery seed and pepper Coo
27. short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use If a long cord or extension cord is used i The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance The extension cord must be a grounding type 3 wire cord and it must be plugged into a 3 slot outlet The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally If you use an extension cord the interior light may flicker and the blower may vary when the microwave oven is on Cooking times may be longer too G Seema samen nO ERNEA VASVASA VASAR WARNING Do not cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord under any circumstances Liquids such as water coffee or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID To reduce the risk of injury to persons 1 5 Do not overheat the liquid 2 Stir the liquid both before and halfway th
28. t more than 25 minutes at 80 90 or 100 percent power level after the first 25 minutes the power level will automatically adjust itself to 70 percent power to avoid overcooking Care and Cleaning Follow these instructions to clean and care for your oven Keep the inside of the oven clean Food particles and spilled liquids can stick to the oven walls causing the oven to work less efficiently Wipe up spills immediately Use a damp cloth and mild soap Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives To help loosen baked on food particles or liquids heat two cups of water add the juice of one lemon if you desire to keep the oven fresh in a four cup measuring glass at High power for five minutes or until boiling Let stand in the oven for one or two minutes Remove the glass tray from the oven when cleaning the oven or tray To prevent the tray from breaking handle it carefully and do not put it in water immediately after cooking Wash the tray carefully in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher Clean the outside surface of the oven with soap and a damp cloth Dry with a soft cloth To prevent damage to the operating parts of the oven don t let water seep into the openings Wash the door window with very mild soap and water Be sure to use a soft cloth to avoid scratching f steam accumulates inside or outside the oven door wipe with a soft cloth Steam can accumulate when operating the oven in high humidity and in no way indi
29. when the oven signals After the final stage small sections may still be icy let them stand to continue thawing Do not defrost until all ice crystals have thawed Shielding roasts and steaks with small pieces of foil prevents the edges from cooking before the center of the food has defrosted Use narrow flat smooth strips of aluminum foil to cover the edges and thin ner sections of the food Cooking Instructions Recipes Beef and Barley Stew 1 lbs beef stew cubes cut into inch pieces cup chopped onion 2 Ths all purpose flour 1 Tbs Worcestershire sauce 1 can 13 75 14 5 oz beef broth 2 medium carrots cut into inch slices about 1 cup 2 cup barley 1 bay leaf Ya tsp pepper 1 pkg 9 10 oz frozen peas thawed 1 In a2 quart casserole combine beef onion flour and Worcestershire mix well Cover with lid Cook at High for 6 to 8 minutes until beef is no longer pink stirring once 2 Stir in beef broth carrots barley bay leaf and pepper Cover with lid Cook at Medium for 45 to 50 minutes until carrots and beef are tender stirring 2 to 3 times 3 Stir in peas Cover with lid Cook at Medium for 10 minutes Let stand for 10 minutes Remove bay leaf before serving Makes 6 servings e 16 Broccoli and Cheese Casserole 4 cup butter or margarine Ya cup chopped onion 1 Tbs flour tsp salt Ya tsp dry mustard 1 s tsp pepper 1 cups milk Ya cup chopped red pepper 8 oz 2 cup
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