Amana ACF4255A User's Manual
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1. Temperature will wrap around from positive to negative numbers e When temperature is adjusted to a cooler setting a minus sign will display with the offset temperature 5 To set the temperature change press START pad To cancel the change press CANCEL pad e Offset temperature change will be retained through a power failure PoON gt Service codes and tones The electronic oven control is equipped with a self diagnostic system The self diagnostic system alerts you if there is an error or problem with the unit If electronic range control sounds a series of short rapid beeps for over 16 seconds and display shows an F code record the F code shown Some F codes can be cleared by pressing cancel or disconnecting power to the range for at least 3 minutes If the code continues to reoccur disconnect electrical supply to range and contact an authorized servicer 12 Display and Signals AN COOK START TIMER DOOR STOP CLEAN LOCK papa a LLL BROIL BAKE DISPLAY DESCRIPTION SET COOK Displays when cook time is being set for a timed TIME bake SET STOP Displays when stop time is being set for a delayed TIME bake or delayed self clean cycle SET CLEAN Displays when cycle length for a self clean cycle is TIME being set SET TIMER Displays when the timer is being set BROIL Displays while oven is set to broil BAKE Displays while oven is set to bake ac a Displays during an active timed cooking cycle2. Fine brown gray Course particles like salt become embedded Fine scratches are not removable but can be lines fine in top if trapped under pan Using abrasive minimized by daily use of smoothtop cleaner scratches or cleaning materials Scratches from rough conditioner abrasions ceramic glass or ceramic coated cookware Smearing or Using too much smoothtop cleaner conditioner Follow label instructions carefully See Routine streaking or using a soiled dish cloth Cleaning above Metal or Sliding or scraping metal utensils across top Remove marks before top is used again If marks silver gray are not removed by normal cleaning use a safety marks scraper at a 30 angle and cooktop cleaner Pitting or flaking Boilovers of sugar syrup on a hot smoothtop can cause pitting if not removed immediately conditioner to carefully scrape off the mark Turn control to LOW setting Wipe up excess spill with dry cloth Allow top to cool and carefully scrape area with a safety scraper held at a 30 degree angle Hard water spots Condensation from cooking can cause minerals found in water and acids in food to drip onto smoothtop and cause gray deposits Spots are often so thin they appear to be in or under smoothtop Mix smoothtop cleaner conditioner with water and apply thick paste to stained area Scrub vigorously If stain is not removed reapply cleaner and repeat process OR make sure the surface is cool and put
3. 2 Fully open oven door Cleaning Oven Door 3 Push hinge locks up against the front frame of the oven cavity to locked position Not all areas of the oven are cleaned 4 Close oven door by the self clean cycle The oven door the gasket and area Door Gasket surrounding the gasket will not be cleaned effectively by the self clean cycle DO NOT use spray cleaners to clean the outside or inside of the oven door DO NOT clean the gasket Do not wet rub soak or use any type of cleaning material to clean the oven gasket Any damage or defects occurring from attempting to clean or remove the gasket are not covered by warranty Ae LAY YALA To clean the area around the gasket make sure oven is cool to the touch Using a cloth with a mild soap wipe area needing to be cleaned Avoid gasket Gasket should not be removed while cleaning Do not allow water or cleaning solution to spill or drip onto gasket Removing Storage Drawer Slide drawer out until it stops Remove stored items 3 Grasp drawer sides near back of drawer 4 Lift up and out Reverse to reinstall po Care and Cleaning conva Replacing Oven Light A WARNING Disconnect electrical supply To avoid risk of burns or electrical 2 Remove oven door if desired _ shock 3 While wearing protective gloves unscrew counter clockwise the e disconnect electrical supply to light bulb cover located in rear of ove
4. F 25 to 30 Round 6 2 350 F 25 to 30 2 layer 8 3 350 F 30 to 35 14 10 350 F 50 to 55 Round 60 to 65 3 layer 75 to 80 Half Round 60 to 65 2 layer Half Round 60 to 65 3 layer Square 25 to 30 35 to 40 45 to 50 Bake Pan Placement e Keep pans and baking sheets 2 inches from oven walls Stagger pans placed on different racks so one is not directly over the other Preheating In most cases you should preheat the oven before baking After the range control is set the oven temperature will begin to rise until the desired cooking temperature is reached approximately 8 to 10 minutes When cooking temperature is reached oven signal beeps For delicate baking such as puff pastries or souffles preheat approximately 15 20 minutes before placing food inside oven or wait 10 minutes after oven signal beeps before placing food in oven The extra time creates a more stable oven temperature 19 Cooking conva Common Baking Problems If you begin to notice consistent problems refer to the chart below for possible solutions If results are still poor contact Amana Consumer Affairs at 800 843 0304 Test your cakes for doneness while they are still in the oven Because of variances across individual ovens it is best to test for the proper consistency rather than solely relying on time and visual appearance as an indicator It may not be the oven Cake problems may be i
5. Large cuts of roast meats such as top round 6 standing rib roast crown roast of lamb and boston butts Baked and sweet potatoes flat breads and cobblers Rack Position Guidelines for Broiling Rack Position Food Type Boneless pork chops boneless skinless chicken breast fish fillets tuna steaks 1 2 to 3 4 thick beef or tuna steaks or pork chops London Broil 1 to 1 1 2 thick steaks 1 to 2 thick pork chops Lobster tails 10 Features 12 hour automatic cancel This safety feature prevents oven from continuing to operate if it has been left on for over 12 hours If a cooking function continues longer than 12 hours without any options on oven control being touched this feature turns oven off Any time an option is touched 12 hour automatic cancel is reset Sabbath mode Sabbath mode overrides the normal 12 hour automatic cancel function of the oven and allows prolonged oven operation for up to 37 hours While in Sabbath mode oven light cannot be turned off or on To have the oven light on during Sabbath mode turn it on before activating Sabbath mode All pads and sounds are deactivated in Sabbath mode To activate Sabbath mode Press BAKE pad Enter desired oven temperature using the digit pads Press START pad Press and hold the 8 pad for approximately 3 seconds AON The star symbol flashes and SHB displays in the temperature reading After approximately 5 seconds the star sy
6. Too much shortening or sugar Too much or too little liquid Temperature too low Old or too little baking powder Pan too small Oven door opened frequently peeking Insufficient baking Too little leavening Mixing batter too long Pan too large Oven temperature too high Baking time too long Cakes high in middle or cracked 20 Temperature set too high Overmixing Too much flour Pans touching each other or oven walls Meat Basics While cooking has always been a talent it is now becoming a science also Amana provides this information as a guide to aid in preparation For specific questions regarding meat preparation handling or storage contact USDA United States Department of Agriculture Meat amp Poultry Hotline at 800 535 4555 Handling Hints When shopping put meat in its own separate plastic sack to keep drips off other foods Defrost frozen meats in refrigerator not at room temperature Keep meat cool and covered until it is time to cook Wash hands with warm soapy water before and after handling meat or raw egg Thoroughly wash any surface or utensil raw meat or egg touched Do not put cooked meat on the same plate that held raw meat Tenderizing Braising is only one way to tenderize less tender cuts Before cooking you may pound cube marinate or use commercially prepared meat tenderizers You may then use a dry method to cook the meat Marinades are acidic liquids
7. mm Displays when child lock is on x Displays while oven is in Sabbath mode LOCK Displays when door is locked during the self clean cycle Displays when setting cook time clean time or timer Displays when oven is using broil element Displays when oven is using bake element 13 Displays time of day timer and timed or delayed setting Also displays function for oven Displays oven temperature and cooking method There are words in the display that never actually display The display is used for many different models of ranges Depending on the model certain words or symbols may never be highlighted or become visible Timer Signal When time elapses timer beeps three one second tones and then one beep approximately every thirty seconds until TIMER ON OFF pad is pressed End also displays Preheat Signal After setting oven to bake and selecting a temperature oven preheats When oven reaches set temperature oven signals a single audible beep End of Cycle Signal When a timed cooking cycle is complete the oven will beep three tones approximately one second apart followed by one second beeps every thirty seconds until OVEN CANCEL is pressed Using the Oven Control BAKE CLEAN OVEN LIGHT Flashing Display When power is connected or interrupted oven display flashes Press CLOCK to reset display Clock may need to be reset Timer Signal When time elapse
8. a small amount of white vinegar on the spot and let it sita few minutes Using a nonabrasive nylon pad gently rub the spot Wipe off any excess with a damp paper towel then dry 27 Care and Cleaning conva Can I use liquid cleaners on my stainless steel Just because a cleaner is a liquid does not mean it is non abrasive Many liquid cleansers designed to be gentle on tile and smooth surfaces still damage stainless steel Cosmetic damage from using non recommended products is not covered under warranty Citric Acid Citric acid permanently discolors stainless steel To prevent damage to the finish of your stainless steel appliance do not allow these substances to remain on the steel finish e mustard e tomato juice e marinara sauce e citrus based sauces e citrus based products Cleaning Stainless Steel Damage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of cleaning products or using non recommended cleaning products is not covered under warranty For Amana recommended products call Consumer Affairs at 1 800 843 0304 or online at www amana com Our stainless steel appliances have been factory finished for high shine and luster To maintain this quality appearance DO NOT USE DO USE e Abrasive powders or liquids e Warm soapy water for routine e Citrus based cleaners cleaning Ammonia Soft clean cloths to dry or polish e Steel wool pads e Stainless steel cleaner designed e Abrasiv
9. avoid a steam burn Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION cora OVENS 1 Use Care When Opening Door Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food 2 Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers Build up of pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury 3 Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed 4 Placement of Oven Racks Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool If rack is removed while oven is hot do not let potholder contact hot heating element in oven 5 Protective Liners Do not use aluminum foil to line oven racks or oven bottoms Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire SELF CLEANING OVENS 1 Do Not Clean Door Gasket The door gasket is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or move the gasket 2 Do Not Use Oven Cleaners No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the liner 3 Clean Only Parts Listed in Manual 4 Before Self Cleaning the Oven Remove broiler pan oven racks and other utensils 5 Remove All Items From Rangetop and Backguard VENTILATION HOODS 1 Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter 2 When flaming foods under the hood turn the fan on I
10. bake cycle Bake can be used to cook foods which are normally baked Oven should be preheated Broil Upper element operates during broil Broil can be used to cook foods which are normally broiled Preheating is not required when using broil All foods should be turned at least once except fish which does not need to be turned Broiling Hints Remove excess fat from meat before broiling Cut edges of meat to prevent curling e Place food on a cold ungreased broiling pan If pan is hot food sticks e All food except fish should be turned at least one time Begin broiling with skin side down e Season meat after it has browned e Broiling does not require preheating e Begin cooking using suggested rack levels in Broiling section to test broiler results If food is not brown enough cook on a higher rack position If food is too brown cook on a lower rack position e Oven door must be closed during broiling a Never leave oven unattended while broiling Overcooking may result in a fire Need help on how to cook that meat For your reference we have provided meat preparation handling safety and cooking suggestions in this manual These recommendations are furnished by the USDA as well as several meat producer associations See the individual sections for the information Before Using the Oven Aluminum Foil Oven Racks and Rack
11. dry cloth If knobs are removed do not allow water to run down inside surface while cleaning For heavy soil place oven racks in large plastic bag with ammonia and water in cup Seal tightly and allow to stand overnight Wash and rinse dry thoroughly Storage drawer For heavy soil clean by hand and rinse thoroughly Remove drawer for ease in cleaning Be sure drawer is dry FA before replacing 26 Care and Cleaning conrea Caring for the smoothtop For routine cleaning allow top to cool before cleansing Wash surface with a dampened cloth and smoothtop cleaner conditioner Use another clean damp paper towel to wipe off the cleaner Use a dry paper towel buff the smoothtop to make sure all the cleaner conditioner is removed The smoothtop cleaner conditioner provides a thin layer of protective polish that helps to prevent scratching Do not use a harsh cleanser or steel wool pad For specific problems see below PROBLEM Brown streaks and specks Blackened burnt on spots CAUSE Cleaning with sponge or cloth containing soiled detergent water Spatters or spillovers on a hot cooking area or accidental melting of plastic like a bread bag REMOVAL Normal cleansing provided above Clean area with smoothtop cleaner conditioner with clean damp paper towel nonabrasive nylon pad or scouring brush If spot is not removed on cool cooktop carefully scrape area with a safety scraper held at a 30 degree angle
12. for the element SIM HI to cycle on and off during heating The controls i have infinite settings between SIM and HI for fine 9 8 temperature control i i 1 Push in and turn surface element control to 3 7 desired setting r A 2 When finished cooking turn control to OFF 4 6 position Coa i 3 Itis normal for some cooktops to have a greenish tint while cooling or heating Oo SURFACE ELEMENT CONTROL SETTINGS WHEN TO USE SETTING SIM Use to prepare food at less than boiling temperatures or to simmer 5 Use to maintain boiling of larger amounts of food low temperature frying HI Use to bring food to boiling temperatures When food is boiling temperature setting should be reduced to LO through MED DUAL ELEMENT Dual Surface Elements Dual surface elements have an inner and outer element that can be set according to your pan size The outer edge of your pan should always cover the element graphic with a maximum overhang of 1 inch To use inner and outer element simultaneously press switch to LARGE position To use inner element only press switch to SMALL position SMALL LARGE TheB e Indicator Lights Surface element operation is indicated by an indicator light that glows when the element is turned on The location and number of indicator lights vary with each model After a surface control is turned off the surface indicator light will continue to glow until surface elements have cooled to appro
13. such as wine citrus or vinegar Marinades soften meat fibers but only penetrate about one fourth of an inch into the interior of the meat Do not marinate meat for longer than 24 hours Pounding with a heavy meat mallet breaks down the connective tissue to tenderize meat Cubing breaks down the structure more than pounding Cubing is done at the meat counter Commercial tenderizers are primarily enzymes that work on the outer fourth inch on a meat cut Make sure to follow the manufacturer s directions Cooking Tips Marinate meat in the refrigerator Throw out excess marinade that came into contact with meat Use an oven proof meat thermometer Cook meat to internal temperature recommended by USDA When reheating foods heat to an internal temperature of at least 165 F While cooking meats turn over at least once Cooking conva storage Safety Once carved refrigerate unused portion immediately Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold when serving meals Separate cooked foods into small portions for fast cooling Do not store cooked ground meats or meals containing ground meats for longer than 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator Do not allow cooked or uncooked meat juices to come into contact with ready to eat foods such as fruits or vegetables Using a Meat Thermometer When using a meat thermometer remember to insert it at a slight angle in the thickest part of the meat away from fat and bone T
14. Amana BUILT BETTER THAN IT HAS TO BE Owner s Manual Covering TheBiG ve ACF4255A and The Biver ACF4265A Contents Important Safety Information Cooking on the Smoothtop Cookware Suggestions Oven Cooking Methods Before Using the Oven Features Displays and Signals Using the Oven Control Cooking Broiling Roasting Braising Electric Smoothtop Range Care and Cleaning Keep instructions for future reference Troubleshooting Amana Warranty Be sure manual stays with range CLL LSL LS Part No 36 32066601 0 Thank you for buying an Amana Range Please take the time to complete the registration card and return promptly If the registration card is missing call Amana Consumer Affairs Department When contacting Amana provide product information from serial plate found on upper right hand corner of storage door opening Model Number Manufacturing P Number Serial Number S N Purchase Date Dealer Name Dealer Address Dealer Phone Keep this manual and your sales receipt together in a safe place for future reference or if warranty service is required For answers to questions or to locate an authorized servicer call 1 800 NAT LSVC 1 800 628 5782 inside USA or 319 622 5511 outside USA Warranty service must be performed by an authorized servicer Amana Appliances also recommends contacting an authorized servicer if service is required after warranty expires Questions on cooking cle
15. COOKO and close oven door Press COOK TIME pad Use the digit pads 1 through 0 to enter the desired cook time e Cook time can be set up to 11 hours and 59 minutes Press BAKE pad Default temperature is 350 F e Bake temperature can be set from 170 F to 550 F e Use the digit pads to enter desired bake temperature Press START pad Oven will automatically begin to heat Current oven temperature displays To adjust cook time press COOK TIME pad while the remaining cook time is displayed Cook time can then be adjusted When cooking time has elapsed an end of cycle signal sounds Oven signal sounds 3 times then once every 30 seconds until OVEN CANCEL pad is pressed END also displays Press OVEN CANCEL pad to cancel baking Delayed Baking Set oven to begin and end baking at a later time Oven control automatically calculates starting time 1 Place food in oven 2 Press STOP TIME button STOPO e Default time displayed is current time of day 3 Use the digit pads 1 through 0 to enter the desired stop time e Stop time can be set up to 11 hours and 59 minutes ahead of current time of day Press COOK TIME pad e Cook time can be set up to 11 hours and 59 minutes COOK e 1 minute minimum cooking time e Electronic control automatically calculates start time Press BAKE pad e Bake temperature can be set from 170 F to 550 Use the digit pads to enter desired bake temperature Press START pad e Oven will automatical
16. Positions Your range has 6 oven rack positions to accommodate many types of cooking and cookware age iq To avoid risk of personal injury Position oven rack before turning ae property damage or fire do not oven on 2 line oven bottom racks or broiler 1 Pull rack forward to stop pan and grid with aluminum foil position G3 2 Raise front edge of rack and pull ON When placed on the oven bottom or until rack is out of oven ey racks aluminum foil not only creates 3 Place rack in new rack position 5 a hazard but also affects cooking Curved edge of rack must be EN performance To minimize spills in the toward rear of oven 6 oven place a shallow pan or cookie sheet on rack underneath food items that drip or spill The pan must not touch the oven walls front or back DO NOT use aluminum foil even if it is trimmed to size as a substitute for a drip pan Rack Position Guidelines for Baking Roasting and Braising Rack Position Food Type PJJ yyy TAB AMANO 2 Puff pastry products strudels casseroles muffins G He SW small pork loin and Eye of Round roast lias i Halved chickens whole pork tenderloin Cornish hens j iT f 3 pot pies frozen pizzas quick breads corn bread j H p gt biscuits Roast tenderloin of beef whole chicken whole pork loin 4 roasted vegetables such as acorn or spaghetti squash 5 Whole turkey capons tip roasts and dressings
17. To get the best results from the self clean cycle self clean cycle follow these steps Clock time of day cannot be viewed when using a delayed self clean cycle e Clean excess spills from oven CLEAN TIME LOCK ON and both bake and broil element interior and bottom graphics display when self clean cycle begins e Remove birds or animals Clean time displays during self clean cycle suscepHbip to moke or other At the end of the self clean cycle END displays No signal fumes from the room or waiainine naan sounds at end of cycle 0 as aie if ane ON no longer displays and oven shuts off Saa iie a ht a is LOCK will remain on until oven reaches a cooler temperature ene tein em i Aotus LOCK will flash while door is unlocking and then shut off when proper y n prace door has unlocked Oven cavity will be hot to the touch DO NOT cleaning cycle if it is not f Renioveoventacks pancandiall attempt to open door prior to LOCK shutting off cooking utensils from oven Interrupting the self clean cycle e Remove items from range top To stop a self clean cycle that has already started follow these steps storage drawer and backguard If the interruption occurs mid cycle the oven will remain locked even These areas can become hot during though the cycle has stopped until the oven cavity has cooled to a safe self cleaning cycle temperature e The range vents from the center bottom of the backguard Make 1 Press OVEN CANCEL sure t
18. ain proper heat and to prevent damage to smoothtop Oven not working Programming error Shut off power to oven for five minutes by switching off circuit breaker Reset circuit breaker and try oven again Clock and timer not working Oven light not working Self Clean not working Oven door will not unlock Power outage Loose bulb Burnt out bulb Programming error Oven is self cleaning Oven still hot Make sure appliance is plugged in Verify that circuit breaker is not tripped Replace household fuse but do not change fuse capacity Check for loose bulb Tighten Check for burnt out bulb Replace if necessary with an appliance bulb Shut off power to oven for five minutes by switching off circuit breaker Reset circuit breaker and try oven again Allow cycle to complete Will not unlatch until a cooler temperature has been reached Do not force door open will void warranty May blow cooler air on latch area with hair dryer at cool setting to quicken process Oven not clean after a self clean cycle Too much soil grime left in oven Soot remains in oven after cycle Wipe out and remove excess soil prior to running self clean cycle Normal Locked light displayed Display flashing Door locked Power failure reset clock If oven is hot allow to cool rather than trying to force door latch open Press CLOCK F numeric display Service code Shut off power to oven f
19. aning or usage Refer to Product Assistance at WWW amana com Or call Consumer Affairs at 1 800 843 0304 What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may injury or death Asure Extended Service Plan Amana Appliances offers long term service protection for this new range Asure Extended Service Plan covering functional parts labor and travel charges is specially designed to supplement a strong warranty Call 1 800 528 2682 for information Parts and Accessories Purchase replacement parts and additional accessories by phone To order accessories for your Amana product call 1 800 843 0304 inside USA or 319 622 5511 outside USA Save Time and Money If something seems unusual please check Troubleshooting section which is designed to help you solve problems before calling service If you have a question call us at 800 843 0304 or write us at Consumer Affairs Department Amana Appliances 2800 220th Trail Amana Iowa 52204 Remember to include model number of your appliance and your phone number Recognize Safety Symbols Words Labels 44 DANGER DANGER mmediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal occur Common sense caution and care must be exercised when installing maintaining or operating range Always contact your
20. clean cycle SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION conva ALL APPLIANCES 1 Proper Installation Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician Never Use Your Appliance for Warming or Heating the Room Do Not Leave Children Alone Children should not be alone or unattended in the area where the appliance is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance Wear Proper Apparel Loose fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using appliance User Servicing Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Storage in or on Appliance Flammable materials including paper and plastic should not be stored in an oven its storage drawer or near surface units Do Not Use Water On Grease Fires Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam type extinguisher Use Only Dry Potholders Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let potholder touch elements Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth SURFACE COOKING UNITS lt 1 Use Proper Pan Size u This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different sizes Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element The use of undersized ute
21. d Make sure this area is unobstructed by removing all items from backguard and range top Using the Oven Control conva Delayed Self clean Cycle To avoid risk of personal injury Self clean feature uses high oven temperature to clean oven interior do not touch range top oven Set oven to begin and end cleaning at later time Oven control door oven vents or area around calculates start time automatically vents during self cleaning Prepare oven for self cleaning see below left These areas can become hot Close door enough to cause burns Press CLEAN pad e SET CLEAN TIME flashes in display e The default self clean cycle length of 3 hours will display e Adjust clean cycle length by using digit pads 1 through 0 A CAUTION e Clean cycle can be set from two to four hours in one minute ane increments To avoid fire or smoke damage Press STOP pad e remove any flammable Setstop ti l i l p time for the cleaning cycle maenas wom AOGA rN Default time is current time of day plus selected STOPO Items like plastic containers and clean cycle length paper manuals San MAI OLUET e Stop time can be set from current time to current time plus e clean excess spills before 11 hours and 59 minutes starting a self clean cycle _ Press the START pad Self clean cycle is set STOP CLEAN and TIME display while oven is in delay mode CLEAN Do I need to prepare Oven cannot be used until completion of the
22. dealer distributor service agent or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death 44 CAUTION CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury or product or property damage IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 44 WARNING To reduce risk of the appliance tipping it must be secured by a properly installed anti tip bracket To verify bracket has been installed properly remove the storage drawer or panel and look under the range with a flashlight Bracket must be engaged in the rear corner of the range ALL RANGES CAN TIP INJURY TO PERSONS COULD RESULT INSTALL ANTI TIP BRACKET PACKED WITH RANGE REFER TO INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE ELEMENTS OR AREAS NEAR ELEMENTS Surface elements may be hot though they are normal in color Areas near surface elements may become hot enough to cause burns During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface elements or areas near surface elements until they have had enough time to cool These areas include the rangetop and backguard CAUTION DO NOT TOUCH HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF OVEN Oven heating elements may be hot though they are normal in color Interior surfaces of an oven may become hot enough to cause burns During and af
23. defaults to HI e To change broil setting use digits 1 LO to 5 HI Press START pad Broil begins automatically BROIL ON and broil element graphic display Keep oven door closed e If oven door is ajar for more than 3 minutes broil cycle will stop e If broil cycle stops because the door was open too long close oven door and broil cycle will continue After broiling remove food and press OVEN CANCEL to turn off broiler To end broil in mid cycle press OVEN CANCEL pad 15 WARNING To avoid risk of personal injury property damage or fire do not line oven bottom racks or broiler pan and grid with aluminum foil To avoid risk of personal injury property damage or fire never leave oven unattended while broiling Preheat Signal After setting oven to bake and selecting a temperature oven preheats When oven reaches set temperature the preheat signal sounds How Do I Change the Temperature While the oven is baking simply press BAKE enter the desired temperature and then press START Use these steps to change the oven temperature during Timed and Delayed Baking also To change cook time during Timed or Delayed Baking press COOK TIME enter the desired cooking time and press START Why is the oven smoking With new ovens some minor smoking is normal when using the oven for first few times Performing a self clean cycle should stop further smoking Using t
24. e to reduce the likelihood of food x 2inches borne illnesses x 4 inches thick Round Steak 325 F 3 4 to 1inch thick 1to1 2 Flank Steak 325 F 1 1 2 to 2 inches 1 Y2 to 2 Ve thick LAMB Shoulder Chops Round Bone or 325F 1 inch thick 1to1 Blade Meat should be cooked to a Riblets temperature of at least 160 F 325 F 3 pounds 1 Vato 2 to reduce the likelihood of food R Shanks borne illnesses 325 F 3 pounds 1to1 12 Stew Cubes 325 F 1 inch pieces 1Y to1 Va 1 Y Ibs All times and recommended temperatures are provided by the USDA the Beef Industry Council the National Pork Producer s Council and the American Sheep Industry Council 24 Care and Cleaning Removing Oven Door Oven Frame A CAUTION 1 Fully open oven door me 2 Push hinge locks down toward door iets ao at ee frame to the unlocked position Hinge Lock doarwith Gare Soo a flatblade Oven Hapori donr py nams 3 Firmly grasp both sides of top of oven ZO eee Remove storage drawer Door is heavy and can be damaged if dropped Screwdriver can scrape or chip range or oven finish Do not scratch or chip glass Replacing Oven Door ar ile COCs lass may Draak 1 Grasping door top firmly seat indentation of hinge arm into bottom edge of the hinge slot e Door should be at the first stop position angle door 4 Close door to first stop position 5 Lift door up until hinge arm is clear of the slot
25. e cloths for appliances such as Amana e Oven cleansers Cleaning Polish and e Acidic or vinegar based cleaners Conditioner for Stainless Steel 31960801 For best cleaning results 1 Wash surfaces with warm soapy water and a soft clean cloth or sponge 2 Rinse surfaces with warm water Dry surfaces with a soft clean cloth DO NOT use the following harsh cleaners e abrasive or acidic cleaners ammonia chlorine bleach vinegar based product etc e citrus based cleaners scouring pads metal textured plastic etc These items can scratch discolor or permanently tarnish surfaces 3 Follow up rinsing by immediately drying with a soft clean cloth This will avoid water spotting on stainless steel finish Questions Comments 6 Concerns Contact us Www amana com or call Consumer Affairs at 1 800 843 0304 28 Troubleshooting You may save time and money by checking items below before calling for service List includes common concerns that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials If your question is not explained below contact Amana Consumer Affairs Department at 800 843 0304 Topic OPERATION Appliance not working Frequent cycling of surface element or warming zone Possible Cause Power outage Normal Solution Make sure appliance is plugged in Verify that circuit breaker is not tripped Replace household fuse but do not change fuse capacity Element cycles to maint
26. f the smoothtop cooktop it is recommended only to use utensils designed specifically for use on the smoothtop see Cookware Suggestions section Using cookware not designed for use with a smoothtop may result in poor cooking performance damage to the smoothtop or damage to the cookware Cookware should not be wider than 8 inches around or taller than 6 inches in height Indicator Light The warming zone has its own indicator light It turns on when the control is set The indicator light will remain on after the knob is turned to an off position if the surface is still warm When the glass of the cooktop has cooled down sufficiently approximately 145 F the indicator light will then shut off Cookware Suggestions What Should You Consider in Cookware Select Avoid Flat Pan Test Flat bottomed cookware Cookware with rounded or warped bottoms For best cooking results use a pan with a flat bottom To determine if pan has a flat bottom Pans with aluminum disk bottoms Glass glass ceramic enamel porcelain or cast iron cookware canners or pressure cookers 1 Rotate a ruler along bottom of pan If pan is not flat gaps between bottom of pan and heavy enough to tilt pan Heavy gauge metal cookware Handles that are secure that are not Light gauge metal cookware Cookware with loose or broken handles edge of ruler can be seen 2 Asmall groove or mark ona pan does not affect cookin
27. g times However if a pan has a gap formed rings or an uneven bottom it does not cook efficiently and in some cases may not boil liquid Proper pan size Flat bottomed wok COOKWARE MATERIAL Aluminum Cookware that is smaller than or greater than heating element size by 1 inch Wok with a ringstand on bottom More than 1 inch overhang USES Heats and cools quickly Use for frying braising and roasting gt Can I can Stainless Steel Canning is not recommended with any of the Amana smoothtop ranges or cooktops due to the intense heat and large cookware required to can Copper Clad Tin Lined The heat generated by the canning cookware overheats both the elements and the smoothtop of the range This can cause the smoothtop to crack cause failure of the heating elements and can cause damage to the backguard Damage incurred by canning or attempting to can using the smoothtop cooktop is not covered under warranty Heats and cools at moderate rate Use for soups sauces vegetables general cooking Heats and cools quickly Use for gourmet cooking wine sauces egg dishes Oven Cooking Methods Oven Cooking Methods Bake Bake lower and broil upper elements operate during bake Bake element is not visible on oven bottom Broil element will cycle on and off during bake and is only used to heat oven quickly and brown top of food Broil element will not glow red during a
28. he Oven Control conva What s the difference between TIMED and DELAYED cooking When using TIMED cooking the oven begins to heat immediately after the oven control is set Then the oven cooks for the desired length of time set When using DELAYED cooking the oven begins to cook later in the day Set the time that you want to stop cooking and how long you want to cook The oven calculates the time to begin cooking and cooks for the specified length of time How Far Ahead Can I Set the Time Cook time and end time can be set up to 11 hours and 59 minutes ahead When cooking time has elapsed an end of cycle signal sounds oven automatically turns off and END displays Oven signal sounds 4 times then once every 10 seconds until OVEN CANCEL is pressed Broil can not be set to Timed or Delayed How much time is left For a delayed bake cycle the stop time displays continuously during the delayed bake cycle For a timed cooking cycle the amount of time remaining displays continuously Clock time of day cannot be viewed when using timed baking or a delayed baking cycle CAUTION To avoid the risk of food poisoning due to bacterial growth and production of toxins never hold meat milk fish or eggs for more than 2 hours before cooking Timed Baking Set oven to cook for desired amount of time Follow recipe directions for preheating the oven Place racks in desired position place food in oven
29. he meat should be removed when 5 F below the desired final temperature While the meat sits before carving it will continue to cook internally raising the last 5 F by itself A meat thermometer can Take the guesswork out of cooking to a desired doneness Help reduce the risk of foodborne illness Oven safe Thermometer Inserted before the meat is placed in the oven this thermometer stays with the meat while it cooks The internal temperature will rise slowly as the meat cooks Instant read Thermometer Not oven safe these thermometers are placed in the meat when it is removed from the oven While times may vary an accurate temperature is normally displayed within one to two minutes When using an instant read remember to clean the thermometer stem with warm soapy water between readings 21 Cooking conva Broiling Guidelines Broiling is a dry heat cooking method that allows a restaurant quality charbroiled flavor Meat is exposed directly to the heating element at high temperatures 1 Place meat on rack in broiler pan with the surface of cuts the specified distance from the heating element specified below 2 Broil for half the recommended time or until the surface is browned 3 Turn meat and continue broiling to desired internal temperature 4 Season if desired 5 Oven door must be fully closed Meat Cut Recommended Internal Thickness Weig
30. his area is unobstructed by 2 When oven has cooled to a lower temperature LOCKED light removing all items from backguard shuts off Door can be unlocked DO NOT force door This can and range top cause damage to the latch 18 Baking Guidelines When baking with a new oven keep in mind temperatures vary from oven to oven Store bought thermometers are generally not accurate and should not be used to calibrate oven temperatures Hints for Cookies Shiny flat cookie sheets should be used Avoid cookie pans with high sides this will cause uneven browning on the top Cakes Cookie sheet should not touch the sides of the oven or door Follow recipe s directions for pan size Shiny pans work best for cakes Cake baked in too large a pan will be thin and dry Too small a pan will be undercooked or unevenly cooked and may spill Pies Pies should be baked in dark or dull pans to increase browning Frozen pies should be heated on an aluminum cookie sheet BAKEWARE GUIDELINES Dark or dull pans Absorb more heat and result in darker browning Recommended for pies and breads Shiny pans no sides Recommended for cookies Shiny pans Recommended for sides cakes Glass pans Lower recommended oven temperature by 25 F BAKING TIME GUIDELINES Cooking Cake Pan Pan size Cups of Oven Type batter Temp Minutes Oval TY x 5 A 2 350 F 25 to 30 13 x 9 8 350
31. ht Hevea ke ana Temperature inches pounds inches minutes BEEF Chuck Shoulder Steak Yto1 12 to 14 1to1 Stol Rib Eye Steak 8 to 12 10 to 15 Very Rare 130 F 20 to 25 Rare 140 F Sirloin Steak 10 to 15 Medium Rare 145 F 16 to 21 Medium 160 F 21 to 25 Porterhouse Steak Done ee to 1 8 to 12 Very Well Done 180 F 1 to2 10 to 15 2 to 3 20 to 25 Filet Mignon Tenderloin 1 4 to Ye 10 to 15 Flank Steak 1to1 12 to 14 Ground Beef Patties 160 F minimum to 1 1 3 to 4 10 to 15 PORK Chops bone in All pork must be cooked to an 3 4 4 6to 8 internal temperature of at least Chops boneless 160 F to reduce the likelihood 3 4 4 6to 8 of Trichinosis Tenderloin to 1 4 15 to 25 Kabobs Failing to cook the meat to this 1 inch cubes 4 10 to 20 n temperature could result in Lean Ground Pork Patties personal injury or illness Y2 4 8 to 10 LAMB Loin Chops 10 to 15 Rib Chops 10 to 15 Sirloin Steaks 12 to 15 Top Round Steaks Medium 12 to 15 Center Leg Steaks Well Done 15 to 20 Cubes for Kabobs 1 1 4 pieces 10 to 15 Lamb Patties Ye x 4 inches 12 All times and recommended temperatures are provided by the USDA the Beef Industry Council the National Pork Producer s Council and the American Sheep Industry Council 22 Cooking conva Roasting Guidelines Tender cuts such as rib and loin cuts are best cooked by dry heat methods such as roasting To r
32. in nearby Fat can ignite if overheated by spilling onto hot surfaces Do not allow pots to boil dry as this can cause damage to cooking surface and pan Do not use rangetop surface as a cutting board Do not use range for storage or as a display counter SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5 Cooking on the Smoothtop Cooking Safely with Surface Elements To avoid risk of serious personal injury property damage or fire do not leave surface elements unattended while in operation Grease and spillovers can ignite causing a fire To avoid risk of electrical shock or serious personal injury never cook on a broken smoothtop cooking surface Spillovers can penetrate broken surface and cause electric shock never clean broken cooktop Cleaners can penetrate broken surface and cause electric shock If smoothtop cooking surface breaks discontinue use turn off power at circuit breaker or household fuse and notify an authorized servicer immediately 44 WARNING To avoid serious personal injury do not use a damp or wet cloth to clean up spills on a hot or warm cooktop Moist or damp cloths on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Setting Surface Element Controls Push in and turn the surface element control knobs in either direction to turn on the surface REAR elements Surface elements are located under e the ceramic cooking surface and radiate heat OFF through the cooktop It is normal
33. llow easy access to the oven control 1 Push in and turn surface element control to desired setting Warming zone element approximate temperatures are e 145 F on 1 setting e 175 F on 3 setting e 205F on 5 setting e 250 F on 7 setting e 325 F on 9 setting Temperatures depend on the utensil used and the food being kept warm 2 When finished with warming zone turn control to OFF position Temperature Selection To decrease the likelihood of food borne illness hot foods should be kept at a minimum of 140 F Use a meat thermometer to verify foods kept on the warming zone are at this temperature Use the chart below to approximate what heat setting to begin using for a particular food Adjust as necessary depending on the maintained temperature of the food Warming Zone Recommended Settings Approximate Temperature F Food Item Heat Setting Element Breads Pastries 1 145 Casseroles 1 145 Dinner Plates with Food 1 145 Eggs 1 145 Mashed Potatoes 1 145 Hamburger Casserole 3 175 Gravies 5 205 Meats 5 205 Sauces 5 205 Cream based soups 5 205 Stews 5 205 Vegetables 9 325 Fried Foods 9 325 Hot Beverages 9l 325 Soups 9 325 WARMING ZONE 1 9 2 8 3 7 4 6 Amana self Clean Oven CAUTION Always use potholders or oven mitts when removing food from the warming zone as cookware and plates will be hot Warming Zone Utensil Recommendations Because the warming zone is a part o
34. ly begin to heat at calculated start time ON displays when oven begins to heat To adjust cook time press COOK TIME pad while the remaining cook time is displayed Cook time can then be adjusted When cooking time has elapsed an end of cycle signal sounds Oven signal sounds 3 times then once every 30 seconds until OVEN CANCEL pad is pressed E also displays Press OVEN CANCEL to cancel baking Using the Oven Control conva Self cleaning Self clean feature uses high oven temperature to clean oven interior For the oven to operate through a complete self clean cycle the self clean must be set when the oven is cool Prepare oven for self cleaning see below right Close door Press CLEAN pad e SET CLEAN TIME flashes in display CLEAN e The default self clean cycle length of 3 hours displays e Adjust clean cycle length by using digit pads 1 through 0 e Clean cycle can be set from two to four hours in one minute increments Press START pad CLEAN TIME LOCK ON and both bake and broil element graphics display Surface burners should not be used until completion of self clean cycle start At the end of self clean cycle ERB displays No signal tone will sound ON no longer displays Oven will shut off LOCK will remain on until oven reaches a cooler temperature LOCK will shut off when door has unlocked Oven cavity will be hot to the touch DO NOT attempt to open door prior to LOCK shutting off Inte
35. mbol will stop flashing and the temperature will again display To deactivate Sabbath mode and the bake cycle press OVEN CANCEL pad To deactivate Sabbath mode but keep the bake cycle running press and hold the 8 pad for 3 seconds Sabbath mode must be reset after a power failure Child lockout This safety feature is used to prevent children from accidentally programming oven by disabling electronic oven control Child lockout is also useful to prevent accidental programming while cleaning the range control Press and hold the 7 pad for 3 seconds The padlock symbol displays in the control and oven emits a single beep to signify the range control is locked To reactivate control press and hold the 7 pad for 3 seconds on the oven control Child lockout must be reset after a power failure Reminder tones This helpful feature prompts for the next input when programming the range control When setting a delayed bake timed bake or delayed self clean the range control will emit a single beep and prompt for the next entry If the next input is not made display returns to time of day and programming information is lost 11 Features F o IE pppoe F code Possible Meaning F0 0 No error F1 1 Cooking temperature fault F1 3 Cleaning temperature fault F1 5 Cancel key input out of range F1 7 Keyboard disconnected F1 8 Shorted key F1 9 Slave micro not functioning F1 A VCC GNDD lift
36. n Case of Fire Fires can occur as a result of over cooking or excessive grease Though a fire is unlikely if one occurs proceed as follows Surface Element Fire 1 Smother the fire with a nonflammable lid or baking soda or use a Class ABC or BC extinguisher Not water Not salt Not flour As soon as it is safe to do so turn the surface controls to OFF As an added precaution turn off power at main circuit breaker or fuse box If there is any damage to components call an authorized Amana servicer before using range Oven Fires 1 on NOOR If you see smoke from your oven do not open oven Turn oven off As an added precaution turn off power at main circuit breaker or fuse box Turn on vent to remove smoke Allow food or grease to burn itself out in oven If smoke and fire persist call fire department If there is any damage to components call an authorized servicer before using range Precautions Do not cook food directly on rangetop surface always use cookware Do not mix household cleaning products Chemical mixtures may interact with objectionable or even hazardous results Do not put plastic items on warm cooking areas They may melt and stick Do not lift or move range by grasping oven door handle This can result in window glass breaking or shattering Do not slide rough metal objects across rangetop surface Scratching or metal marking can result Do not leave fat heating unless you rema
37. n cavity oven before changing light bulb Then turn light bulb counterclockwise to remove before replacing light bulb make 4 Replace light bulb with 120 volt 40 watt appliance bulb sure oven and bulb are cool Do not over tighten bulb or cover or they may be difficult to e Do not operate oven without remove later bulb and cover in place 5 Replace light bulb cover and oven door before use 6 Reconnect power supply 44 CAUTION To avoid risk of personal injury Wear gloves to protect hands from accidental bulb breakage To keep your smoothtop looking like new Amana recommends routine cleaning The following general instructions for routine and tough spot cleaning are based on the performance of Amana recommended products To order these products contact the Consumer Affairs department at 800 843 0304 PART GENERAL DIRECTIONS Broil element lt gt Do not clean broil element Any soil will burn off when element is heated Broiler pan and grid Drain fat cool pan and grid slightly Do not stand soiled pan and grid in oven to cool Sprinkle with soap Fill the pan with warm water Let pan and grid stand for a few minutes Control knobs Pull off knobs Wash gently with mild soap and water but do not soak Dry and return knobs to oven making sure to match flat area on the knob to the flat area on the shaft Wash all glass with cloth dampened in soapy water Rinse and polish with a
38. n the mixing of the batter Overbeating can cause cake structure to break down and excessive shrinkage of the cake Underbeating can result in lumpy cakes that may not be cooked thoroughly All ingredients should be at room temperature not out of the refrigerator Make sure to follow the recipes directions for how long the batter should be mixed Cake stuck Allow cake to cool in cake pan on a rack for 10 minutes before removing Larger cakes over 14 inches in diameter may take 15 minutes If the cake has cooled too long reheat in the oven at 250 F for a few minutes Better with butter Make sure to follow recipe directions and use butter or margarine when it is listed Using a low fat substitute will cause a recipe to fail Problem Lopsided cakes bake unevenly Cakes cookies biscuits too brown on bottom or top Cause Pans touching each other or oven walls Batter spread unevenly in pan Uneven heat distribution in oven Oven is not level Oven not preheated Pans touching each other or oven walls Using glass darkened warped or dull finish metal pans Rack position too high or low Incorrect use of aluminum foil Oven temperature too high Pies don t brown Cakes not done in center Incorrect rack position Using shiny metal pans Temperature set too low Temperature too high Pan too small Baking time too short Pan not centered in oven Cakes fall Excessive shrinkage
39. ng press and hold TIMER ON OFF pad for approximately 3 seconds or press CANCEL pad CANCEL will stop all cooking functions if the oven is in use Using the Oven Control conva Baking While oven is still cool remove any stored items from the oven cavity N BAKE Place racks in desired position and close oven door Press BAKE pad SET and BAKE flash in display Temperature default of 350 displays Use digit pads 1 through 0 to enter desired oven temperature if it is different than 350 F e Temperature range is 170 F to 550 F Press START pad e Bake mode starts automatically BAKE ON and bake element graphic display e Current oven temperature is displayed during baking cycle Oven emits a single beep when it has reached baking temperature Open door carefully and place food in oven After cooking time elapses remove food and press OVEN CANCEL pad to shut off oven Broiling Broiling sears in natural juices and provides charbroiled flavor To broil center food on broiling grid and pan and place on proper rack in oven Do not place aluminum foil over boiling pan oven rack or oven bottom Oven door must be fully closed Broiling does not require preheating so you can place food in oven while it is still cool 1 Adjust oven racks to desired position 2 Place food on desired rack 3 Close oven door 4 Press BROIL pad SET and BROIL flash in display Broil temperature setting
40. nsils will expose a portion of the heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Use of oversized utensils concentrates heat on cooking surface and can cause damage to range Proper relationship of utensil to burner improves efficiency 2 Never Leave Surface Units Unattended Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite 3 Glazed Cooking Utensils Only certain types of glass ceramic earthware or other glazed utensils are suitable for rangetop service without breaking due to sudden change in temperature 4 Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extended Over Adjacent Surface Units To reduce the risk of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil the handle of a utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward and does not extend over adjacent surface units GLASS CERAMIC COOKING SURFACES 1 Do Not Cook on Broken Cooktop lf cooktop should break cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of CAUTION Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured electrical shock Contact a qualified technician immediately 2 Clean Cooktop With Caution lIf a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area be careful to
41. oast 1 Heat oven to desired temperature Place roast directly from refrigerator fat side up in a shallow roasting pan 3 Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is centered in thickest part of roast Make sure thermometer does not rest in fat or on bone 4 Remove roast 5 F below desired degree of finished internal temperature 5 Transfer roast to carving board and tent loosely with aluminum foil for approximately 15 minutes Approximate Cooking Time minutes Oven Weight Meat Cut Recommended Internal Temperature Temperature pounds BEEF Boneless Rump Roast 325 F 4to6 25 to 30 Tip Roast Very Rare 130 F 30 to 40 Eye Round Roast Rare Var 20 to 30 Tenderloin Roast Modum Bets 1T 35 to 45 Medium 160 F 45 to 60 Rib Roast Well Done 170 F 26 to 42 Very Well Done 180 F 23 to 35 Rib Eye Roast 18 to 24 PORK Loin Roast bone in All pork must be cooked to an internal Rib Roast boneless temperature of at least 160 F to reduce 20 minutes Tenderloin the likelihood of Trichinosis and other per pound food borne illnesses Ham bone in cook before eating LAMB Shoulder 3 t06 35 to 40 Rib Roast 1 1 es Medium Rare 150 F 12 2 30033 Rib Crown Roast not stuffed Medium 160 F 2t03 25 to 30 Loin Roast WellBone 1703F 1 4 to 1 45 to 55 Leg Frenched Style or Half Shank 15 to 20 20 to 25 POULTRY unstuffed Ca
42. off F1 C Control not calibrated F1 E EEPROM data corruption F3 1 Sensor or circuit error F9 1 Auto latch will not lock F9 2 Auto latch will not unlock Oven temperature control adjustment Your range is calibrated at the factory for proper temperature Due to individual variances and preferences it may be necessary to adjust ovens once they have been installed When first using the oven follow recipe times and temperatures Before adjusting oven baking temperature test a recipe such as ready to bake biscuits by setting oven temperature higher or lower than the suggested temperature The baking results should help you to decide how much of a temperature adjustment is required An accurate digital thermometer is necessary to calibrate the oven Store purchased oven thermometers may not accurately measure oven temperature Oven temperature can be increased or decreased by 35 F To avoid over adjusting the oven only adjust the temperature by 5 F each time NOTE DO NOT place aluminum foil on racks and oven bottom as this will alter oven performance Check for blocked heat vents If it still appears the oven is not performing as expected a calibration may be done Press BAKE pad Using the digit pads enter 500 Press and hold BAKE pad for approximately 3 seconds A double digit offset temperature will display Factory default is normally OThe e degrees e Press BAKE key to adjust the temperature change in 5 increments
43. or one to two minutes by switching off circuit breaker Reset breaker If continues contact service department Oven smokes the first few times used Normal Minor smoking is normal the first few times the oven is used COOKING Food not baking properly Food not roasting properly Various causes Various causes See Cooking Common Baking Problems See Cooking Roasting Food not broiling properly Oven temperature too hot or cold Various causes Calibrate oven temperature See Cooking Broiling See Using the Oven Control Oven Temperature Control Adjustment Oven has strong odor Not boiling or cooking fast enough Normal 29 Improperly sized cooking utensils Ovens will have a new odor Run a self clean cycle to remove the odor Make sure pans fit heating elements See Cookware Requirements Troubleshooting conva NOISE Frequent cycling off and on of oven Normal To maintain a temperature for baking the oven cycles on and off Cracking or popping sound Normal Wet cooking utensils or possible spillage Expansion and contraction or metal components APPEARANCE Scratches Gritty dirt or rough surface on Use recommended smoothtop cleaner Discoloration Hot sugar or plastic melted to surface cooking utensils Shiny scratches Dirt Water spots marks Greenish tinge that fades Items on top of warm cooktop conditioner May be a metal mark Make sure s
44. ot covered by these To Receive Warranty Service warranties Service must be performed by an authorized Amana service representative To schedule service contact the Amana dealer where you purchased your appliance or contact Amana Appliances Factory Service e Replacement of household fuses resetting of circuit breakers or correction to household wiring or plumbing e Normal product maintenance and cleaning including light bulbs Amana Appliances Factory Service e Products with original serial numbers removed 1 800 628 5782 inside USA altered or not readily determined e Products purchased for commercial industrial For more information rental or leased use Amana Appliances Consumer Services e Products located outside of the United States Amana Appliances or Canada 2800 220th Trail e Premium service charges if the servicer is Amana lowa 52204 requested to perform service in addition to normal 1 800 843 0304 inside USA service or outside normal service hours or area 319 622 5511 worldwide e Adjustments after the first year e Repairs resulting from the following When contacting Amana Appliances please e Improper installation exhaust system or include the following information maintenance e Your name address and telephone number e Any modification alteration or adjustment not e Model number and serial number of your appliance authorized by Amana found on upper left hand corner of storage drawer e Accident misuse abuse fi
45. pon 325 to 350 F 4to8 20 to 30 min lb Cornish Hens whole 325 to 350 F 1 sto1 50 to 60 total Duck Whole To reduce the risk of food borne illnesses 325 to 350 F Oo o 18 20 min ib Goose whole poultry must be cooked to an internal 325 to 350 F 20 to 25 min lb temperature of 180 F A Pheasant whole 325 to 350 F 30 min lb Quail whole 325 to 350 F 20 minutes total Turkey 325 F 3 Yeto 5 hours All times and recommended temperatures are provided by the USDA the Beef Industry Council the National Pork Producer s Council and the American Sheep Industry Council 23 Cooking conva Braising Guidelines Less tender cuts such as those from the round chuck brisket and shank require moist cooking A longer cooking time at lower temperatures with moisture helps soften the meat 1 Brown meat with a small amount of oil in heavy pan Pour off excessive drippings season if desired 3 Add small amount of liquid 1 2 to 2 cups and cover tightly e Simmer gently over low heat on top of the range or in a 325 F oven until meat is fork tender Approximate Oven Weight pounds s Meat Cut Recommended Internal Temperature Temperature OR Thickness Cooking Time hours BEEF Blade Pot Roast 325 F 3to5 1 Y eto2 Arm Pot Roast 325 F 3to5 2to3 Chuck Roast boneless 325 F 3to5 2to3 Meat should be cooked to a F Short Ribs temperature of at least 160 F 325 F 2 inches 1 Yato2 Y
46. re flood or opening acts of nature e The name and address of your dealer and the date e Connections to improper electrical current of purchase voltage supply or gas supply e Aclear description of the problem e Use of improper pans containers or accessories e Proof of purchase sales receipt that cause damage to the product IN NO EVENT SHALL AMANA 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 this exclusion may not apply to you Part No 36 32066601 0 E http 2001 Amana Appliances Printed in U S A 07 01 Amana Appliances Online http www amana com Amana lowa 52204
47. rrupting the self clean cycle To stop a self clean cycle that has already started follow these steps If the interruption occurs mid cycle the oven will remain locked even though the cycle has stopped until the oven cavity has cooled to a lower temperature 1 Press OVEN CANCEL When oven has cooled to a lower temperature LOCK light turns off Door can be opened DO NOT force door This can cause damage to the latch 17 CAUTION To avoid fire or smoke damage e remove any flammable materials from storage drawer Items like plastic containers and paper manuals can melt or burn e clean excess spills before starting a self clean cycle To avoid risk of personal injury do not touch range top door oven vents or area around vents during self cleaning These areas can become hot enough to cause burns Do I need to prepare To get the best results from the self clean cycle follow these steps e Clean excess spills from oven interior and bottom e Remove birds or animals susceptible to smoke or other fumes from the room or adjoining room e Open window if possible e Make sure oven light cover is properly in place Do not use cleaning cycle if it is not e Remove oven racks pans and all cooking utensils from oven e Remove items from range top storage drawer and backguard These areas can become hot during self cleaning cycle e The range vents from the center bottom of the backguar
48. s timer will sound three one second beeps and then once every 30 seconds END also displays Press TIMER ON OFF pad to stop timer and return to clock display xo STOPO a Setting Electronic Clock 12 hour clock does not display am Pm or military time When power is connected or restored display flashes until CLOCK or CANCEL pad is pressed CLOCK Press CLOCK pad Press digit pads 1 through 0 until correct time of day displays Press START pad to set time or time is set after 5 seconds of no adjustment Setting Minute Timer Timer is a timer only Electronic timer does not control bake broil or self clean function Timer can be set from 1 minute up to 11 hours and 59 minutes 1 Press TIMER ON OFF pad 2 Press digit pads 1 through 0 until desired time displays e Timer begins counting down automatically after time is entered e To view clock while timer counts down press CLOCK pad Timer will return after approximately 3 seconds of no input Press and hold TIMER ON OFF pad to cancel timer signal After time elapses timer beeps three one second tones and then once approximately every 30 seconds until CANCEL is pressed END is also displayed when the timer finishes TIMER ON OFF Resetting and Canceling Timer To reset the time when remaining time is displayed press TIMER ON OFF pad then use the digit pads to enter the new time To cancel timer when remaining time is displayed or when signal is beepi
49. ter use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials touch heating elements or interior surfaces of oven until they have had enough time to cool Other range surfaces that may become hot enough to cause burns are the oven door oven cavity and oven vent To avoid personal injury do not sit stand or lean on oven door or oven storage drawer To avoid risk of electrical shock personal injury or death verify your range has been properly grounded and always disconnect it from main power supply before servicing California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act Proposition 65 The Governor of California is required to publish a list of substances known to the state of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposures to such substances Some appliances contain or produce a chemical or chemicals which can cause death or serious illness and which are known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm To reduce the risk from substances during the self clean cycle make sure this appliance is installed operated and maintained according to the manufacturer s instructions CAUTION To avoid fire or smoke damage remove any flammable materials from storage drawer Items like plastic containers and paper manuals can melt or burn e clean excess spills before starting a self
50. urface is cool Use a safety scraper to carefully scrape off the mark Apply smoothtop cleaner conditioner and gently rub with nonabrasive nylon pad Use recommended smoothtop cleaner conditioner to remove dirt from smoothtop Make sure surface is cool Put a small amount of white vinegar on the spot and let sit for a few minutes Rub with nonabrasive nylon pad Wipe off any excess with damp paper towel Surface elements are either heating or cooling down from a heating cycle This is normal with some types of smoothtop cooktops Warm slightly and remove with safety scraper Pattern fading wearing off Dirt film buildup Use recommended cleaner conditioner to remove build up and dirt from smoothtop 30 31 Amana Warranty Full ONE Year Warranty Amana Appliances will repair or replace including related labor and travel any part f o b Amana lowa which proves defective as to workmanship or materials Limited Warranty After one year from the date of original retail purchase Amana will provide a free part as listed below to replace any part that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship The owner will be responsible for paying all other costs including labor mileage and transportation Second through Fifth Year Amana will provide replacement glass ceramic cooktop seal and electric surface elements part only f o b Amana lowa which prove defective as to workmanship or materials What is n
51. ximately 145 F The length of time the light remains on will vary If there is more than one surface element light do not expect the lights to shut off at the same time After you cook remember to establish a cleaning routine for your smoothtop Cooktops can be sensitive to certain cooking spillovers Unlike conventional ranges smoothtops should not be cleaned with a wet dishcloth when wiping down other counters Daily care is quick easy and can prevent damage To purchase Amana recommended cleaning products contact our Consumer Affairs department at 800 843 0304 6 Cooking on the Smoothtop conta Using the Warming Zone Your new range is equipped with a convenient warming zone The warming zone is designed to keep hot foods hot until serving time When cooking such foods as pancakes fried chicken or even stir fry the warming zone can keep cooked foods hot as other portions are cooked All food placed on the warming zone should be covered with aluminum foil or a lid to maintain quality For best results when warming pastries or breads cover should have a vent to allow moisture to escape Do not use plastic wrap to cover food Plastic wrap could melt onto the surface and be very difficult to clean Cookware should be restricted to utensils designed for use with a smoothtop cooktop Cookware used on the warming zone should also not exceed the pattern of the element by more than one inch or be taller than six inches to a
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