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1. 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 in 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 Cooking cont d 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 Handing 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 warm2. temperatures 1 2 3 4 Season if desired Place meat on rack in broiler pan with the surface of cuts the specified Broil for half the recommended time or until the surface is browned Turn meat and continue broiling to desired internal temperature Cooking cont d Meat Cut Recommended Internal Thickness Weight Aca te oe oan Temperature inches pounds inches minutes BEEF Chuck Shoulder Steak 4 Ato jeta ts 1 1to1 81012 3 4 Va 8 to 12 Rib Eye Steak 3 1 V2 to 10 to 15 Very Rare 130 F 1 34101 20 to 25 Rare 140 F 3 4 1 to 13 4 10 to 15 M R 145 F Sirloin Steak saum nare 3 1 1 2t03 16 to 21 Medium 160 F 12 2 to4 21 to 25 Well Done 170 F 34 3 4 to 1 8 to 12 Porterhouse Steak Very Well Done 180 F 1 1 2t02 10 to 15 1 2to3 20 to 25 Filet Mignon Tenderloin a to Ye 10 to 15 Flank Steak 1to1 12 12 to 14 Ground Beef Patties 160 F minimum to 1 1 10 to 15 PORK i 3 Chops bone in All pork must be cooked to an 4 G to g internal temperature of at least 3 Chops boneless 160 F to reduce the likelihood of 4 iog Tenderloin Trieninosis 15 to 25 Kabobs Failing to cook the meat to this 1 inch cubes 10 to 20 temperature could result in Lean Ground Pork Patties personal injury or illness Vp 8 to 10 LAMB Top Round Steaks Medium 160 F 1 3to4 12 to 15 Well Done 170 F Center Leg Steaks 1 3 to 4 15 to 20 Lamb P
3. Disconnect electrical supply Remove oven door if desired N shock 3 While wearing protective gloves unscrew counter clockwise the e disconnect electrical supply to light bulb cover located in rear of oven cavity oven before changing light bulb Then turn light bulb counterclockwise to remove e 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 Si Replace light bulb cover and oven door before use 6 Reconnect power supply 44 CAUTION 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 Bake and broil element Broiler pan and grid Control knobs rr Outside finish Storage drawer 7 Do not clean bake element or broil element Any soil will burn off when element is heated Bake element is hinged and can be lifted to clean oven bottom 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 stan
4. generally not accurate and should not be used to calibrate oven temperatures A BAKING TIME GUIDELINES Hints for Cookies Shiny flat cookie sheets should Cake Pan Pan size Cups of Oven be used Avoid cookie pans with Type batter Temp Minutes high sides this will cause Oval 7 3A x 5 3 350 F 25 to 30 uneven browning on the top F Cookie sheet should not touch 13 x 9 350 F 25 to 30 the sides of the oven or door Round 2 350 F 25 to 30 2 layer Cakes 350 F 30 to 35 e Follow recipe s directions for pan 7 size Shiny pans work best for 350 F 50 to 55 cakes Round 5 325 F 60 to 65 e Cake baked in too large a pan 3 layer will be thin and dry Too small a 7 P pan will be undercooked or S25 4 to 80 unevenly cooked and may spill Half Round 18 325 F 60 to 65 2 layer Pies Half Round 18 12 325 F 60 to 65 e Pies should be baked in dark or 3 layer dull pans to increase browning e Frozen pies should be heatedon Square oe 2 350 F 25 to 30 an aluminum cookie sheet io e 350 F 35 to 40 16 15 1 2 350 F 45 to 50 BAKEWARE GUIDELINES Bake Pan Placement Dark or dull pans Absorb more heat Beep pans and baking sheets 2 sfidirosult in darker inches from oven walls l browning Stagger pans placed on different Recommended for racks so one is not directly over pies and breads the other Shiny pans no Recommended for sides cookies Shiny pans Recommended for
5. service department Oven smokes the first few times used Normal Minor smoking is normal the first few times the oven is used 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 APPEARANCE Scratches Gritty dirt or rough surface on Use recommended smoothtop cleaner conditioner cooking utensils May be a metal mark Make sure surface is cool Use a safety scraper to carefully scrape off the mark Apply Shiny scratches smoothtop cleaner conditioner and gently rub with nonabrasive nylon pad Discoloration Dirt Use recommended smoothtop cleaner conditioner to remove dirt from smoothtop Water spots marks 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 Hot sugar or plastic melted to surface Items on top of warm cooktop 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 23 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 t
6. sides cakes Glass pans Lower recommended oven temperature by 25 F P 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 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 Cakes fall 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 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 Excessive shrinkage Cakes high in middle or cracked Too little leavening Mixing batter too long Pan too large Oven temperature too high Baking time too long Temperature set too high Overmixing Too much flour Pans touching each other or oven walls 15 Cooking cont d
7. Y pad until desired amount of time displays e Timer begins counting down fs _ automatically after time is entered To view clock while timer counts down press CLOCK pad To view timer again press TIMER pad Press and hold TIMER pad to cancel timer signal After time elapses timer beeps approximately once a second until TIMER pad is pressed Resetting and Canceling Timer To reset the time when remaining time is displayed press TIMER pad then A or Y pad until new time displays To cancel timer when remaining time is displayed or when signal is beeping press TIMER pad 11 If These Features ate Different from Yours These examples are intended to show the variety of features that are available in the product line If your range does not have all the options that are shown it is not a mistake The information provided applies to several of the models in the product line Flashing Display When power is connected or interrupted oven display flashes Press CLOCK to clear display Clock may need to be reset Making the Numbers Increase at a Faster Rate Time increases in larger increments the longer A or Y pad is held Timer Signal When time elapses timer beeps until TIMER pad is pressed Preheat Signal After setting oven to bake and selecting a temperature oven preheats When oven reaches set temperature signal sounds six times The preheat light will remain on with the oven light while the ov
8. a stay on UO If convection is desired push switch upwards to CONVECTION LOCKED PREHEATED light will turn on p when oven has reached D 550 desired temperature and PREE 500 control beeps 6 times This light will remain on until temperature control knob is turned to OFF Open door carefully and place food in oven DO NOT lock door with the self clean lever After cooking remove food and turn oven temperature knob to OFF If convection was used press switch down to STANDARD CLEAN 450 Broiling or Convection Broiling Broiling system generates immediate intense heat on the food searing in natural juices and providing restaurant quality 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 should be OVEN BROIL closed Broiling does not require O preheating so you can place food in oven while it is still cool wae LOCKED 1 Adjust rack to desired position 300 and distance from broil O ae ae element PREHEATED 500 400 Turn oven temperature knob to 450 BROIL Oven indicator light will turn on and remain on until knob is turned to OFF Close oven door DO NOT move lever to lock position If convection broil is desired push switch upwards to CONVECTION After broiling remove food and turn oven temperature knob to OFF If convection was used press switch down to STANDARD C
9. held at a 30 degree angle 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 a small amount of white vinegar on the spot and let it sit a few minutes Take a nonabrasive nylon pad and gently rub the spot Wipe off any excess with a damp paper towel then dry 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 COOKING Food not baking properly Various causes See Cooking Common Baking Problems Food not roasting properly Various causes 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 Improperly sized cooking utensils 22 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 cont d Topic Possible Cause Solution OPERATION Appliance not working Power outage Make sure app
10. time of day Oven temperature control adjustment Your new range is calibrated at the factory for temperature Due to individual variances and preferences it may be necessary to adjust individual ovens once they have been installed When first using the oven follow recipe times and temperatures Before adjusting oven baking temperature test a recipe by using a temperature set higher or lower than the recommended temperature The baking results should help you to decide how much adjustment is needed NOTE Remove aluminum foil from oven t 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 An accurate digital thermometer is necessary to calibrate the oven Store purchased oven thermometers do not measure temperature accurately 1 Turn oven temperature knob to OFF 2 Press and hold A and V for approximately 5 seconds 3 Double digits will display ranging from 35 to 35 00 is most common 4 Immediately press either A to increase oven temperature by 5 F Vio decrease oven temperature by 5 F When temperature is adjusted to a cooler setting a minus sign will display with the offset temperature 5 When desired temperature change is displayed release control and change will be automatically saved after a few seconds Control will return to previous display Temperature adjustment will be retained through a power f
11. to 20 minutes Tenderloin the likelihood of Trichinosis and other 450 F Voto per pound food borne illnesses Ham bone in cook before eating 325 F 7to8 LAMB Shoulder 3 to6 35 to 40 i 1 1 Rib Roast Medium Rare 150F 12 22 30 to 35 Rib Crown Roast not stuffed Medium 160 F 2to3 25 to 30 Well Done 170 F Loin Roast 1 to1 45 to 55 5to7 15 to 20 Leg Frenched Style or Half Shank 325 F 7109 20 to 25 POULTRY unstuffed Capon 325 to 350 F 4to8 20 to 30 min Ib Cornish Hens whole 325 to 350 F 1 to1 12 50 to 60 total Duck whole To reduce the risk of food borne illnesses 325 to 350 F ie omen Goose whole poultry must be cooked to an internal 325 to 350 F 20 to 25 min lb temperature of 180 F Pheasant whole 325 to 350 F 2 30 min Ib Quail whole 325 to 350 F 20 minutes total Turkey 325 F 8 to 16 3 to 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 18 Cooking cont d 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 2 Pour off excessive drippings season if desired 3 Add small amount of liquid 1 2 to 2 cups and cover tightly Simmer gently over low heat on
12. when using convection broil L gt a Before Using the Oven conta Oven Racks and Rack Positions Aluminum Foil Your range has 5 oven rack positions to accommodate many types of cooking monn Position oven rack before turning ae a To avoid risk of personal injury pu Z ty d fire do not 1 Pull rack forward to stop propery camage eee position 4 line oven bottom racks or broiler oe n and grid with aluminum foil 2 Raise front edge of rack and pull es panana gnawa atimia until rack is out of oven 3 Place rack in new rack position E Neen Die a a A l Curved edae of rack must be racks aluminum foil not only creates a toward Per oven 1 hazard but also affects cooking i performance To minimize spills in the oven place a shallow pan or cookie sheet underneath food items that drip or spill The pan must not touch the oven RACK POSITION GUIDELINES walls front or back Rack Position Food Type 1and2 For large cuts of meat such as roasts or turkeys For baked foods such as frozen pies or angel food cakes 3 For most baked foods on a cookie sheet or shallow pan 4and 5 For broiled or toasted foods promnd Hints Broil temperature is approximately 600 F 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 Never le
13. BUILT BETTER THAN IT HAS TO BE Owner s Manual Covering Models ARTC7021 ARTC712 ARTC7121 Contents Important Safety Information Cooking on the Smoothtop Cookware Suggestions Before Using the Oven Custom Features Using the Oven Control Cooking Baking Broiling Roasting e Braising Electric Smoothtop Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Amana Warranty Keep instructions for future reference Be sure manual stays with range NN NINN Thank you for buying an Amana Range Please take the time to complete the registration card and return promptly If registration card is missing call Amana Consumer Affairs Department When contacting Amana provide product information from serial plate found on upper left hand corner of storage door opening Asute Extended Service Plan Amana Appliances offers long term Model Number service protection for this new range Asure Extended Service Plan Manufacturing P Number covering functional parts labor and Serial Number S N travel charges is specially designed to Purchase Date supplement a strong warranty Dealer Name Call 1 800 528 2682 for information 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
14. LEAN 12 Using the Oven Control conta CAUTION To avoid fire or smoke damage remove any flammable materials from storage drawer Items like Self cleaning Self clean feature uses high oven temperature to clean oven interior 1 Prepare oven for self cleaning OFF lasti ntainers an r s68 below right OVEN BROIL Siri ee Bed 2 With door closed move oven Pa A i e clean excess spills before door lever located above oven door to the right This moves _ CLEAN the lever to the LOCKED na position POONER Turn oven temperature knob O starting Self Clean to CLEAN position a E 500 set before oven door lever is To avoid risk of personal injury do not touch oven vents or area around vents during self cleaning These areas can become hot enough to cause burns moved LOCKED light flashes Move oven door lever to locked position Once cycle begins both LOCKED and OVEN indicator lights will be on and remain on until the end of the cycle At the end of self clean cycle OVEN and LOCKED indicator lights flash This indicates the oven is cool enough for the door to be unlocked Turn temperature knob to OFF position and move oven door lever to unlocked position DO NOT attempt to unlock door before OVEN and LOCKED indicator lights flash How Long Should the Interrupt Self Clean Cycle Self Clean Cycle Last To stop a self clean cycle that has already started follow the
15. 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 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 service is required after warranty expires For more information on this and other Amana products visit our Web site www amana com call Consumer Affairs Department 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 occur Common sense caution and care must be exercised when installing maintaining or operating range Always contact your dealer distributor service agent or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand 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 or 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 DANGER DANGER Immediate haz
16. ad bag 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 Fine brown gray Course particles like salt become embedded in top Fine scratches are not removable but can be minimized lines fine if trapped under pan Using abrasive cleaning by daily use of smoothtop cleaner conditioner scratches or materials Scratches from rough ceramic glass or abrasions ceramic coated cookware Smearing or Using too much smoothtop cleaner conditioner or Follow label instructions carefully See Routine streaking 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 are silver gray marks Pitting or flaking Hard water spots Boilovers of sugar syrup on a hot smoothtop can cause pitting if not removed immediately 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 not removed by normal cleaning use a safety scraper at a 30 angle and cooktop cleaner 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
17. ailure Service codes and tones Electronic oven control is equipped with a self diagnostic system Self diagnostic system alerts you if there is an error or problem with the unit If the electronic range control sounds a series of beeps and display shows an F code record the F code shown and turn control to OFF Some F codes can be cleared by disconnecting power to the range If the code continues to reoccur disconnect electrical supply to range and contact an authorized servicer 10 Using the Oven Control OFF OVEN BROIL E WM CONVECTION T 7 200 HRS MINS _ CLEAN 250 LOCKED HRS MINS 300 hd STANDARD 550 350 o PREHEATED 500 400 SURFACE 450 Setting Electronic Clock Electronic clock has 3 modes Clock displayed set clock display flashes and clock not displayed Press CLOCK pad to advance through these modes The 12 hour clock does not display AM PM or military time When power is connected or restored display flashes until pad is pressed or temperature knob is turned Press CLOCK pad Press A or Y pad until correct f time of day displays HRS MINS Press CLOCK pad to set time e If CLOCK pad is not pressed approximately 60 seconds after last entry TIME disappears and clock is set Setting Minute Timer The timer is a timer only Electronic timer does not control bake broil or self clean function Timer can be set up to 11 hours and 59 minutes 1 Press TIMER pad 2 Press A or
18. ands when closing hinges Hinges snap closed Cleaning Oven Door Not all areas of the oven are cleaned by the self clean cycle The oven door gasket and the area surrounding the CAUTION To avoid personal injury or property damage handle oven door with care Do not lift door by handle Door is heavy and can be damaged if dropped Avoid placing hands in hinge area when door is removed Hinge can snap closed and pinch hands Do not scratch or chip glass or twist door Glass may break suddenly Replace door glass if damaged gasket will not be cleaned effectively by the self clean cycle 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 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 Door Gasket Removing Storage Drawer Slide drawer out until it stops Remove stored items Grasp drawer sides near back of drawer Lift up and out Reverse to reinstall Care and Cleaning conta 44 WARNING To avoid risk of burns or electrical bulb and cover in place Replacing Oven Light s
19. ards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death 4 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 s To verify bracket has been installed properly remove the storage drawer or panel and look under the range with a flashlight Bracket s must be engaged in the rear corner of the range ALL RANGES CAN TIP INJURY TO PERSONS COULD RESULT INSTALL ANTI TIP BRACKET S PACKED WITH RANGE REFERTO INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS NEAR UNITS Surface units may be hot though they are dark in color Areas near surface units may become hot enough to cause burns During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface units or areas near surface units 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 dark in color Interior surfaces of an oven may become hot enough to cause burns During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable mat
20. atties Ye x 4 inches 1 4 each 3to4 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 17 Cooking cont d Roasting Guidelines Tender cuts such as rib and loin cuts are best cooked by dry heat methods such as roasting To roast 1 Heat oven to desired temperature 2 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 z Approximate Oven Weight z 4 Meat Cut Recommended Internal Temperature Temperature pounds Cooking Time minutes BEEF Boneless Rump Roast 4to6 25 to 30 Tip Roast Very Rare 130 F 3 t04 30 to 40 Eye Round Roast Rare oF 4to6 20 to 30 Medium Rare 145 F Tenderloin Roast fies ae encerio Medium 160 F 4to6 45 to 60 Rib Hoast Well Done 170 F 4to6 26 to 42 I oas Very Well Done 180 6 to8 23 to 35 Rib Eye Roast 4to6 18 to 24 PORK Loin Roast bone in 3to5 7 All pork must be cooked to an internal zoi RibRoast Boneless temperature of at least 160 F to reduce
21. ave oven unattended while e All food except fish should be turned at least one time Begin broiling broiling Overcooking may result with skin side down in a fire 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 o gt position If food is too brown cook on a lower rack position 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 Features a fifalelrlititelelitilil o PE ppp ppp Warning Oven cavity over temperature F3 Open circuit in oven temperature sensor circuit F4 Shorted circuit in oven temperature sensor circuit FFF Control failure 12 hour automatic cancel This safety feature turns off the oven if it has been left on for over 12 hours This feature can be turned on or off e To allow operation for more than 12 hours Turn knob to OFF Press and hold A and Mie Display will change from time of day to OFF and return to time of day e To set oven to shut off after 12 hours Turn knob to OFF Press and hold ZN and V MINS MINS Display will change from time of day to ON and return to
22. d for a few minutes 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 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 For heavy soil clean by hand and rinse thoroughly Remove drawer for ease in cleaning Be sure drawer is dry before replacing 21 Care and Cleaning cont d 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 prevent scratching Do not use a harsh cleanser or steel wool pad For specific problems see below PROBLEM CAUSE REMOVAL Brown streaks Cleaning with sponge or cloth containing soiled Normal cleansing provided above and specks detergent water Blackened burnt on spots Spatters or spillovers on a hot cooking area or accidental melting of plastic like a bre
23. e Using the Oven Oven Cooking Methods This Oven provides standard Baking Broiling and EvenAir Convection Cooking During EvenAir Convection Baking and Broiling the oven fan in the rear of the oven cavity circulates air while the oven cooks The circulating air provides even browning and faster baking and broiling times Bake Bake lower and broil upper elements operate during bake Broil element cycles on and off during bake and is only used to heat oven quickly and brown top of food Bake can be used to cook foods which are normally baked Oven should be preheated Convection Bake Broil upper element bake lower element and fan operate during convection bake Broil element cycles on and off during bake and is only used to heat oven quickly and brown top of food Convection bake should be used for cooking casseroles baking and roasting meats Oven should be preheated for best results when using convection bake Pans do not need to be staggered Cooks approximately 25 quicker than bake 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 Convection Broil Upper element and fan operate when using convection broil Broil Fan Convection broil can be used to cook foods that are normally broiled Oven does not require preheating
24. en is on Using the Oven Control conta To avoid risk of personal injury property damage or fire do not line oven bottom racks or broiler pan and grid with aluminum foil WARNING To avoid risk of personal injury property damage or fire never leave oven unattended while broiling 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 When cooking temperature is reached oven signal beeps for approximately 6 times For delicate baking 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 How High or Low Can I Set the Temperature Oven bake temperature can be set from warm to 550 F Some minor smoking is normal when using oven for first time The Oven Won t Heat Do not shut the self clean latch when preheating or after placing food in the oven Move the lever to unlocked position to resume normal oven function It may be necessary to preheat oven again Baking or Convection Baking While oven is still cool remove any stored items from the oven cavity Place racks in desired position and close oven door 1 Turn oven temperature knob to desired temperature Oven indicator light will turn on and OVEN BROIL
25. erials 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 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 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION onra 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 Alo
26. 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 each surface elements have cooled to approximately 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 WARNING To avoid serious personal injury do not use a damp or wet cloth to After you cook clean up spills on a hot or warm remember to establish a cleaning routine for your smoothtop Cooktops can be cooktop Moist or damp cloths on sensitive to certain cooking spillovers Unlike conventional ranges smoothtops hot surfaces may result in burns should not be cleaned with a wet dishcloth when wiping down other counters from steam Daily care is quick easy and can prevent damage To purchase Amana recommended cleaning products contact our Consumer Affairs department at 800 843 0304 Cookware Suggestions What Should You Consider in Cookware Select Flat bottomed cookware Pans with aluminum disk bottoms Heavy gauge metal cookware Handles that are secure that are not heavy enough to tilt pan Avoid Cookware with rounded or warped bottoms Glass glass ceramic enamel porcelain or cast iron cookware canners or pressure cookers Light gauge metal cookware Cookware with loose or broke
27. he 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 Year Amana will provide replacement part part only f o b Amana lowa which proves defective as to workmanship or materials Third through Fifth Year Amana will provide replacement glass ceramic cooktop electric surface elements or gas surface burners part only f 0 b Amana lowa which prove defective as to workmanship or materials 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 United States 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 e Improper installation exhaust system or maintenance Any modification alteration or adjustment not authorized by Amana Accident misuse abuse fire flood or acts of nature Connec
28. liance is plugged in Verify that circuit breaker is not tripped Replace household fuse but do not change fuse capacity Oven not working Control 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 Power outage Make sure appliance is plugged in Verify that circuit breaker is not tripped Replace fuse but do not change fuse capacity Oven light not working Loose bulb Check for loose bulb Tighten Burnt out bulb Check for burnt out bulb Replace if necessary with an appliance bulb Self Clean not working Door handle not locked Lock oven door handle Oven door will not unlock Oven is self cleaning Allow cycle to complete Oven still hot Will not unlatch until a certain cooler temperature has been reached Do not force door open will void warranty May blow cooler air on latch with hair dryer at cool setting to quicken process Oven not clean after a self clean cycle Too much soil grime left in Wipe out and remove excess soil prior to running self oven clean cycle Soot remains in oven after Normal cycle Locked light displayed Door locked If oven is hot allow to cool rather than trying to force door latch open Display flashing Power failure reset clock Press CLOCK F numeric display Service code Shut off power to oven for one to two minutes by switching off circuit breaker Reset breaker If continues contact
29. n cooking surface and can cause damage to range Proper relationship of utensil to burner improves efficiency Never Leave Surface Units Unattended Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite 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 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 O A SURFACES Do Not Cook on Broken Cooktop lf cooktop should break cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electrical shock Contact a qualified technician immediately Clean Cooktop With Caution lf a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area be careful to avoid a steam burn Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION onra 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 inju
30. n handles Proper pan size Flat bottomed wok 1 inch COOKWARE MATERIAL Aluminum More than overhang Cookware that is smaller than or greater than heating element size by 1 inch Wok with a ringstand on bottom USES Heats and cools quickly Use for frying braising and roasting Stainless Steel Copper Clad Tin Lined 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 Flat Pan Test For best cooking results use a pan with a flat bottom To determine if pan has a flat bottom 1 Rotate a ruler along bottom of pan If pan is not flat gaps between bottom of pan and edge of ruler can be seen 2 Asmall groove or mark on a pan does not affect cooking 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 Can I can Canning is not recommended with any of the Amana smoothtop ranges or cooktops due to the intense heat and large cookware required to can 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 Befor
31. ne 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 should not be stored in an oven 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 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 SURFACE COOKING UNITS 1 Use Proper Pan Size 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 utensils will expose a portion of the heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Use of oversized utensils concentrates heat o
32. rface uriace ements Element Controls Q Lo OFF y Push and turn the surface element control knobs in either direction to turn on the surface ae a ee elements Surface elements are located under ae Sve no en enue personal the ceramic cooking surface and radiate heat injury property damage or fire through the cooktop The controls have infinite wa xN Honni leave peda Pamana settings between LO and HI for fine unattended while in operation temperature control 1 Grease and spillovers can ignite causing a fire 1 Pushin and turn surface element control to desired setting 2 When finished cooking turn control to OFF position To avoid risk of electrical shock or SURFACE ELEMENT WHEN TO USE SETTING serious personal injury CONTROL SETTINGS never cook on a broken smoothtop cooking surface Spillovers can penetrate broken surface and cause electric MED shock never clean broken cooktop HI Cleaners can penetrate broken surface and cause electric shock If smoothtop cooking surface breaks discontinue use and notify an authorized servicer immediately Use to prepare food at less than boiling temperatures or to simmer Use to maintain boiling of larger amounts of food low temperature frying Use to bring food to boiling temperatures When food is boiling temperature setting should be reduced to LO through MED Indicator Lights Surface elements are indicated by an indicator light that
33. rn off power at main circuit breaker or fuse box Oven Fires 1 2 3 NOOR If you see smoke from your oven do not open oven Turn temperature knob to OFF position 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 Oven door contains a glass window While this glass is built to be sturdy and resistant it is glass and should be treated with care Do not lift or move range by grasping oven door 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 remain 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 iin aed with Setting Su
34. ry 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 drip bowls 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 In Case of Fire Fires can occur as a result of over cooking or excessive grease Though afire 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 Tu
35. se steps If the The self slean cycle lasts a total of four hours with a 1 2 hour cool interruption occurs mid cycle the oven Do I need to prepare To get the best results from the self clean cycle follow these steps Clean excess spills from oven down After the self clean cycle ends the oven must cool before the oven door can be opened When the LOCKED light flashes you can safely open the oven door DO NOT force the oven door open while the LOCKED light shows The oven door lock can be damaged will remain locked even though the cycle has been stopped until oven cools interior Remove birds or animals 1 2 Turn oven temperature knob to OFF position When oven has cooled to a safe temperature LOCKED light flashes Door will unlock and can be opened DO NOT force door lock lever This can cause damage to the latch 13 susceptible to smoke or other fumes from the room or adjoining room e Make sure oven light cover is properly in place Do not use cleaning cycle if it is not e Remove oven racks and all cooking utensils from oven e Remove items from range top and backguard These areas can become hot during self cleaning cycle e The range vents from the right rear area of control panel Make sure this is unobstructed by removing all items from range top Cooking Baking Guidelines When baking with a new oven keep in mind temperatures vary from oven to oven Store bought thermometers are
36. 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 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 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 The 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 Tenderizing Braising is only one way to tenderize less tender cuts Before cooking you may pound cube marinate or use A meat thermometer can commercially prepared meat
37. tenderizers You may then use a dry method to cook the meat Marinades are acidic liquids 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 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 16 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 distance from the heating element specified below
38. tions to improper electrical current voltage supply or gas supply Use of improper pans containers or accessories that cause damage to the product To Receive Warranty Service 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 Amana Appliances Factory Service 1 800 628 5782 inside USA For more information Amana Appliances Consumer Services Amana Appliances 2800 220th Trail Amana lowa 52204 1 800 843 0304 inside USA 319 622 5511 worldwide When contacting Amana Appliances please include the following information e Your name address and telephone number e Model number and serial number of your appliance found on upper left hand corner of storage drawer opening e The name and address of your dealer and the date of purchase e Aclear description of the problem e Proof of purchase sales receipt INNO 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 Amana Appliances Online http www amana com Part No 36 31920901 0 Printed in U S A 11 99 1999 Amana Appliances Amana lowa 52204
39. top of the range or in a 325 F oven until meat is fork tender x Approximate Oven Weight pounds E Meat Cut Recommended Internal Temperature Temperature OR Thickness ena Time BEEF Blade Pot Roast 1 Veto 2 Arm Pot Roast 2to3 Chuck Roast boneless 325 F 3to5 2to3 Meat should be cooked to a temperature of at least 160 F 2 inches Short Ribs to reduce the likelihood of food 325 F x 2inches 1 Yeto2 Ye borne illnesses x 4 inches thick Round Steak 325 F 3 4 to 1 inch thick 1to1 12 1 Flank Steak 325F 1 to 2inches 4 ign 1 thick LAMB ill Chops Round Bone or 4 inch thick itoi Meat should be cooked to a Riblets temperature of at least 160 F 3 pounds 1Yeto2 to reduce the likelihood of food Shanks borne illnesses 3 pounds 1to1 1 inch pieces i 1 Stew Cubes 1 Va Ibs 1 to1 Ve 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 19 Care and Cleaning Removing Oven Door 1 Make sure oven is cool 2 Open door fully 3 Remove screw on each side of lower portion of oven door 4 Close door to first stop broiler position grasp door firmly on each side and lift upward until door is off hinges Do not lift door by handle Glass can break e f necessary push hinges closed once oven door is removed Use both h
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