Maytag AMC5101AAB/W Convection Oven User Manual
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1. To set the weight of your food press the Auto Defrost button repeatedly This increases the weight by 0 5 Ib increments up to 6 0 Ibs The Auto Defrost button will increase the weight by 0 2kg up to 2 6kg if you are using metric measurement You can also use the number buttons to enter the weight of the food directly The oven calculates the defrosting time and starts automatically Twice during defrosting the oven will beep to let you know to turn the food over Press the Pause Cancel button open the oven door and turn the food over Press the Start button to resume defrosting e See page 19 for the Auto Defrosting Guide 12 Setting Cooking Times amp Power Levels Your microwave allows you to set up to two different stages of cooking each with its own time length and power level The power level button lets you control the heating intensity from Warm 1 to High 0 One stage Cooking For simple one stage cooking you only need to set a cooking time The power level is automatically set to High If you want to set the power to any other level you must set it using the Power Level button 1 Use the number buttons to set a cooking time You can set a time from one second to 99 minutes 99 seconds To set a time over one minute enter the seconds too For example to set 20 minutes enter 2 0 0 0 2 If you want to set the power level to something other than High press the Power Level button then use the number2. 14 Reheating Automatically To reheat food select the type of dish and the number of servings you want to reheat and the microwave automatically sets the reheating time 1 Press the Auto Reheat button repeatedly to select the type of dish you wish to reheat The initial serving size for each dish is one serving You can select up to four servings for casseroles and pasta reheat Only one serving is available for a plate of food The display shows the dish and quantity you have chosen 2 Use the number buttons to increase the serving size For example for three servings press the 3 button Refer to the Auto Reheat Chart below for the servings The display shows the number of servings you have selected 3 Press the Start button The display will show Cooking Time Auto Reheat Chart Item Weight Remarks Plate of 1 serving e Use only pre cooked refrigerated foods food e Cover plate with vented plastic wrap or wax paper e Contents 3 4 oz meat poultry or fish up to 6 oz with bone 12 P starch potatoes pasta rice etc cup vegetables about 3 4 oz Casserole 1 to 4 servings Use only refrigerated foods 8 oz serving e Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap e Stir foods well before serving Pasta 1 to 4 servings Reheat 8 oz serving Cooking Instructions Cooking Utensils Not Recommended e Glass jars and bottles Regular glass is too thin to be used ina Recommended
3. Guide for Cooking Eggs in Your Microwave Never cook eggs in the shell and never warm hard cooked eggs in the shell they can explode Always pierce whole eggs to keep them from bursting Cook eggs just until set they become tough if overcooked Guide for Cooking Vegetables in Your Microwave Vegetables should be washed just before cooking Often no extra water is needed If dense vegetables such as potatoes carrots and green beans are being cooked add about 14 cup water Small vegetables sliced carrots peas lima beans etc will cook faster than larger ones Whole vegetables such as potatoes acorn squash or corn on the cob should be arranged in a circle on the turntable before cooking They will cook more evenly if turned over after half the cooking time Always place vegetables like asparagus and broccoli with the stem ends pointing towards the edge of the dish and the tips toward the center When cooking cut vegetables always cover the dish with a lid or vented microwavable plastic wrap Whole unpeeled vegetables such as potatoes squash eggplant etc should have their skin pricked in several spots before cooking to prevent them from bursting For more even cooking stir or rearrange whole vegetables halfway through the cooking time Generally the denser the food the longer the standing time Standing time refers to the time necessary for dense large foods and vegetables to finish cooking after they come out of
4. 1 Press the Clock button The ENTER and TIME indicators flash Use the number buttons to enter the current time You must press at least three numbers to set the clock If the current time is 5 00 enter 5 0 0 When 5 seconds has elapsed ENTER indicator flashes and Cloc will be displayed ENTERS LE loc Press Clock again A colon will blink indicating that the time is set If there is a power interruption you will need to reset the clock You can check the current time while cooking is in progress by pressing the Clock button Using the Pause Cancel Button The Pause Cancel button allows you to clear instructions you have entered It also allows you to pause the oven s cooking cycle so that you can check the food To pause the oven during cooking press Pause Cancel once To restart press Start To stop cooking erase instructions and return the oven display to the time of day press Pause Cancel twice To correct a mistake you have just entered press Pause Cancel once then re enter the instructions Operation Using the Instant Cook Buttons 1 Press the Instant Cook button corresponding to the food you are cooking Popcorn for example The display shows the first serving size ENTER and QTY will flash 2 Press the button repeatedly to select the serving size you want The display will cycle through all available serving sizes Once you select the
5. 2 Hinges and latches broken or loosened explode if heated in this oven 3 Door seals and sealing surfaces e Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the manual Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance This type of oven is specifically designed to heat cook or dry food It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use e As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by WARNING pa J f Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is Always observe Safety Precautions when using your e not working properly or if it has been damaged oven Never try to repair the oven on your own there e This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service is dangerous voltage inside If the oven needs to be personnel Contact the nearest authorized service facility for repaired call 1 800 843 0304 U S A 1 866 587 examination repair or adjustment 2002 CANADA for the name of an authorized service Do not cover or block any of the openings on this appliance center near you d The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 Safety Important Safety Instructions continued e Do not store this appliance outdoors Do not use near water for example near a kitchen sink in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc e Keep the inside of the oven clean Foo
6. 30 40 sec Stir in vinegar and 2 cup water Cook at High until liquid boils and thickens slightly 1 2 min stir once Add bacon to dressing Pour dressing over potatoes Stir well Makes 6 servings 21 Black Bean Soup 1 cup chopped onion 1 clove garlic minced 2 cans 15 oz each black beans drained 1 can c stewed tomatoes chopped 1 can 13 75 14 5 oz chicken broth 1 can 7 8 5 oz corn 1 can 4 oz chopped green chilies 1 2 tsp ground cumin or to taste 1 Place onion and garlic in a 3 quart casserole Cover with lid Cook at High for 2 to 4 minutes until tender 2 Add one can of beans mash beans with a fork Add remaining ingredients mix well 3 Cook uncovered at High for 10 minutes stir Reduce power to Medium and cook for 5 minutes Stir before serving Makes about 2 quarts Appendix Troubleshooting Guide Before you call a repair person for your oven check this list of possible problems and solutions Neither the oven s display nor the oven operate e Properly insert the plug into a grounded outlet e Ifthe outlet is controlled by a wall switch make sure the wall switch is turned on e Remove the plug from the outlet wait ten seconds then plug it in again e Reset the circuit breaker or replace any blown fuse e Plug another appliance into the outlet if the other appliance doesn t work have a qualified electrician repair the outlet e Plug the oven into a different outlet
7. lb for 115 F Rare 8 12 min lb for 120 F Medium 9 14 min lb for 145 F Well Done Power Level High Hi for first 5 min then Medium 50 Cooking Time 11 15 min Ib for 160 F Well Done Power Level High Hi for first 5 min then Medium 50 Directions Place roast fat side down on roasting rack Cover with wax paper Turn over when cooking time is half up Let stand 10 min Place roast fat side down on roasting rack Cover with vented plastic wrap Turn over when cooking time is half up Let stand 10 min Guide for Cooking Poultry in Your Microwave e Place poultry on a microwave safe roasting rack in a microwave safe dish e Cover poultry with wax paper to prevent spattering e Use aluminum foil to shield bone tips thin meat areas or areas that start to overcook e Check the temperature in several places before letting the poultry stand the recommended time Food Cook Time Power Level Whole Cooking Time Chicken 6 9 min b 180 F Up to 4 lbs Power Level Medium High 70 e Chicken Cooking Time Pieces 6 9 min lb 180 F dark meat Up to 2 Ibs 170 F light meat Power Level Medium High 70 17 Directions Place chicken breast side down on roasting rack Cover with wax paper Turn over when the cooking time is half up Cook until juices run clear and meat near the bone is no longer pink Let stand 5 10 min Place chicken bone side down on dish with t
8. 9 10 oz frozen chopped broccoli thawed 4 cups cooked spiral shaped pasta 8 oz dry 1 In a2 quart casserole cook butter and onion at High for 1 to 2 minutes until onion is soft stirring once 2 Add flour salt mustard and pepper mix well Cook at High for 30 to 60 seconds until mixture boils Stir in milk until smooth 3 Stirin red pepper Cook at High for 2 to 3 minutes until mixture boils and thickens slightly stirring twice Stir in cheese until melted 4 Add broccoli and pasta mix well Cover with lid Cook at High for 4 to 6 minutes until heated through stirring once Stir before serving Makes 6 servings Cooking Instructions Warm Potato Salad 2 lbs small red potatoes cut into 12 inch pieces 4 slices bacon uncooked cut into 2 inch pieces Y 4 cup chopped onion 2 tsp sugar 1 tsp salt 1 tsp flour v2 tsp celery seed 1 3 tsp pepper 2 Tbs apple cider vinegar 1 In a2 quart casserole combine potatoes and cup water Cover with lid Cook at High until potatoes are tender 7 10 min stir twice Drain and set aside to cool slightly 2 In a medium bowl cook bacon at High until crisp 22 32 min stir once Place bacon on a paper towel Reserve 1 Tbs drippings 3 Combine drippings and onion Cover with plastic wrap turn back a corner to vent steam Cook at High until tender 112 212 min stir once 4 Stir in sugar salt flour celery seed and pepper Cook at High until mixture boils
9. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used with caution e Do not operate any other heating or cooking appliance beneath this appliance Do not mount unit over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance Do not mount over a sink e Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance when it is in operation e f materials inside oven should ignite keep the oven door closed turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel If the door is opened the fire may spread e Precaution for safe use to avoid possible exposure to excessive micro oven energy Do not attempt to pull any part of the door by hand to open the door Open the door only utilizing the push button located at front right bottom side IMPORTANT GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electrical current This appliance is equipped with a cord that includes a grounding wire and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded Plug the three prong power cord into a properly grounded outlet of standard 115 120 voltage 60 Hz Your oven should be the only appliance on this Circu
10. After the final stage small sections may still be icy let them stand to continue thawing Do not defrost until all ice crystals have thawed Shielding roasts and steaks with small pieces of foil prevents the edges from cooking before the center of the food has defrosted Use narrow flat smooth strips of aluminum foil to cover the edges and thinner sections of the food Cooking Instructions Recipes Beef and Barley Stew 1 Ibs beef stew cubes cut into inch pieces cup chopped onion 2 Tbs all purpose flour 1 Tbs Worcestershire sauce 1 can 13 75 14 5 oz beef broth 2 medium carrots cut into 12 inch slices about 1 cup cup barley 1 bay leaf Y tsp pepper 1 pkg 9 10 oz frozen peas thawed 1 In a2 quart casserole combine beef onion flour and Worcestershire mix well Cover with lid Cook at High for 6 to 8 minutes until beef is no longer pink stirring once 2 Stir in beef broth carrots barley bay leaf and pepper Cover with lid Cook at Medium for 1 to 1 hours until carrots and beef are tender stirring 2 to 3 times 3 Stir in peas Cover with lid Cook at Medium for 10 minutes Let stand for 10 minutes Remove bay leaf before serving Makes 6 servings 20 Broccoli and Cheese Casserole cup butter or margarine cup chopped onion 1 Tbs flour v2 tsp salt tsp dry mustard 1 3 tsp pepper 1 cups milk cup chopped red pepper 8 oz 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded 1 pkg
11. The oven s display works but the power won t come on e Make sure the door is closed securely e Check to see if packing material or other material is stuck to the door seal e Check for door damage e Press Cancel twice and re enter all cooking instructions The power goes off before the set time has elapsed e If there has not been a power outage remove the plug from the outlet wait ten seconds then plug it in again If there was a power outage the time indicator will display gg gg Reset the clock and any cooking instructions e Reset the circuit breaker or replace any blown fuse The food is cooking too slowly e Make sure the oven is on its own 20 amp circuit line Operating another appliance on the same circuit can cause a voltage drop If necessary move the oven to its own circuit You see sparks or arcing e Remove any metallic utensils cookware or metal ties If using foil use only narrow strips and allow at least one inch between the foil and interior oven walls The turntable makes noises or sticks e Clean the turntable roller ring and oven floor e Make sure the turntable and roller ring are positioned correctly Using your microwave causes TV or radio interference e This is similar to the interference caused by other small appliances such as hair dryers Move your microwave further away from other appliances like your TV or radio 22 Note If the oven is set more than 25 minutes at
12. affect cooking time When using a new recipe use the minimum cooking time and check the food occasionally to prevent overcooking e Foods with a non porous skin or shell such as potatoes eggs or hot dogs should be pierced to prevent bursting Frying with heating oil or fat is not recommended Fat and oil can suddenly boil over and cause severe burns e Some ingredients heat faster than others For example the jelly inside a jelly doughnut will be hotter than the dough Keep this in mind to avoid burns e Home canning in the microwave oven is not recommended because all harmful bacteria may not be destroyed by the microwave heating process Although microwaves do not heat the cookware the heat is often transferred to the cookware Always use pot holders when removing food from the microwave and instruct children to do the same Cooking Instructions Cooking Guide Guide for Cooking Meat in Your Microwave Place meat on a microwave safe roasting rack in a microwave safe dish Start meat fat side down Use narrow strips of aluminum foil to shield any bone tips or thin meat areas Check the temperature in several places before letting the meat stand the recommended time The following temperatures are removal temperatures The temperature of the food will rise during the standing time Food Roast Beef Boneless Up to 4 Ibs Pork Boneless or bone in Up to 4 Ibs Cook Time Power Level Cooking Time 7 11 min
13. buttons to enter a power level Power Levels 1 PL 10 Warm 6 PL 60 Simmer 2 PL 20 Low 7 PL 70 Medium High 3 PL 30 Defrost 8 PL 80 Reheat 4 PL 40 Medium Low 9 PL 90 Saut 5 PL 50 Medium 0 PL Hi High 3 Press the Start button to begin cooking If you want to change the power level press Pause Cancel before you press Start and re enter all of the instructions Some recipes require different stages of cooking at different temperatures You can set multiple stages of cooking with your microwave Operation Multi stage Cooking 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 in the One Stage Cooking section on the previous page When entering more than one cooking stage the Power Level button must be pressed before the second cooking stage can be entered To set the power level at High for a stage of cooking press the Power Level button twice Use the number buttons to set a second cooking time Press the Power Level button then use the number buttons to set the power level of the second stage of cooking Press Start to begin cooking You can check the Power Level while cooking is in progress by pressing the Power Level button 13 Using the More Less Buttons The More Less buttons allow you to adjust pre set cooking times They only work in the Instant Handy Helper Kids Meals Snack Bar or Time Cook modes Use the More Less button only after you have already begun cooking with one of these proce
14. correct serving size the microwave will begin cooking automatically When the cooking time is over the oven will beep The oven will then beep every minute Beverage Ye cup Use measuring cup or mug do not 1 cup cover 2 cups Place the beverage in the oven After heating stir well Frozen Dinner 8 10 oz Remove package from outer 10 12 oz wrapping and follow package 12 18 oz instructions for covering and standing After cooking let stand 1 3 minutes Pizza Reheat 1 Slice Put the pizza on a microwave safe 2 Slices plate with wide end of slice towards 3 Slices the outside edge of the plate Do not let slices overlap Do not cover Before serving let stand 1 2 min Bacon 2 Slices Place 2 paper towels on plate and 4 Slices arrange bacon on towels do not 6 Slices overlap Cover with additional paper towel Remove paper towel immediately after cooking Use More or Less button for desired crispness Instant Cook Chart Item Weight Remarks Popcorn Regular e Use one microwave only bag of 3 5 oz popcorn Pop only one bag at a time Light e Use caution when removing and Regular opening hot bag from oven 3 0 3 5 02 Potato 1 EA 2 EA e Prick each potato several times with 3 EA 4 EA fork 5 EA 6 EA e Place on turntable in spoke like fashion e Remove from oven wrap in foil and let stand 3 5 min Operation Using the One Minute Button This button offers a convenie
15. e 24 If you need service e Call the dealer from whom your appliance was purchased or call Maytag Services Amana Customer Assistance at 1 800 843 0304 U S A and 1 866 587 2002 CANADA to locate an authorized servicer e Be sure to retain proof of purchase to verify warranty status Refer to WARRANTY for further information on owner s responsibilities for warranty service e If the dealer or service company cannot resolve the problem write to Maytag Services Attn CAIR Center P O Box 2370 Cleveland TN 37320 2370 or call 1 800 843 0304 U S A and 1 866 587 2002 CANADA U S customers using TTY for deaf hearing impaired or speech impaired call 1 800 688 2080 NOTE When writing or calling about a service problem please include the following information a Your name address and telephone number b Model number and serial number c Name and address of your dealer or servicer d A clear description of the problem you are having e Proof of purchase sales receipt e Users guides service manuals and parts information are available from Maytag Services Amana Customer Assistance IN NO EVENT SHALL MAYTAG BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have others which vary from state to state For example some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion may not apply to
16. the oven A baked potato can stand on the counter for five minutes before cooking is completed while a dish of peas can be served immediately Cooking Instructions Auto Defrosting Guide e Follow the instructions below when defrosting different types of food Standard Food Amount Procedure Roast 2 5 6 0 Ibs Start with the food placed fat side down Beef Pork After each stage turn the food over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil Steaks 0 5 3 0 Ibs After each stage rearrange the food If Chops there are any warm or thawed portions of Fish food shield them with narrow flat pieces of aluminum foil Remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted Let stand covered for 5 10 minutes Ground 0 5 3 0 Ibs After each stage remove any pieces of Meat food that are nearly defrosted Let stand covered with foil for 5 10 minutes Whole 2 5 6 0 Ibs Remove giblets before freezing poultry Chicken Start defrosting with the breast side down After the first stage turn the chicken over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil After the second stage again shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil Let stand covered for 30 60 minutes in the refrigerator Chicken 0 5 3 0 Ibs After each stage rearrange or remove any Pieces pieces of food that are nearly defrosted Let stand for 10 20 minutes 19 Notes Check foods when the oven signals
17. 80 90 or 100 percent power level after the first 25 minutes the power level will automatically adjust itself to 70 percent power to avoid overcooking Care and Cleaning Follow these instructions to clean and care for your oven Keep the inside of the oven clean Food particles and spilled liquids can stick to the oven walls causing the oven to work less efficiently Wipe up spills immediately Use a damp cloth and mild soap Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives To help loosen baked on food particles or liquids heat two cups of water add the juice of one lemon if you desire to keep the oven fresh in a four cup measuring glass at High power for five minutes or until boiling Let stand in the oven for one or two minutes Remove the glass tray from the oven when cleaning the oven or tray To prevent the tray from breaking handle it carefully and do not put it in water immediately after cooking Wash the tray carefully in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher Clean the outside surface of the oven with soap and a damp cloth Dry with a soft cloth To prevent damage to the operating parts of the oven don t let water seep into the openings Wash the door window with very mild soap and water Be sure to use a soft cloth to avoid scratching If steam accumulates inside or outside the oven door wipe with a soft cloth Steam can accumulate when operating the oven in high humidity and in no way indicates microwave leakage Never operat
18. Microwave Oven Owner s Manual AMC5101AAB W AMC5101AAS AMC5101AAB W AMC5101AAS Part No 8112P252 60 Form No A 01 04 Code No DE68 02903A 01 Safety W PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO seuidbetotoned inoudng te folovng S EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY WARNING a Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open To reduce risk of burns electric shock fire personal since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to injury or exposure to excessive microwave energy microwave energy It is important not to defeat or tamper i with the safety interlocks e Read all safety instructions before using the appliance e Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE b Do not i w between bi Oven ai and the EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY on this page door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on e This appliance must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded sealing surfaces bo outlets See IMPORTANT GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS on page c Do not operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly 3 of this manual important that the oven door close properly and that there is e Install or place this appliance only in accordance with the installation no damage to the e instructions provided 1 Door bent or dented Some items like whole eggs and food in sealed containers may
19. Use microwave and can shatter Glass and glass ceramic bowls and dishes Use for heating or e Paper bags These are a fire hazard except for popcorn bags that cooking are designed for microwave use Microwavable browning dish Use to brown the exterior of small Styrofoam plates and cups These can melt and leave an items such as steaks chops or pancakes Follow the directions unhealthy residue on food provided with your browning dish e Plastic storage and food containers Containers such as Microwavable plastic wrap Use to retain steam Leave a small margarine tubs can melt in the microwave opening for some steam to escape and avoid placing it directly on e e Metal utensils These can damage your oven Remove all metal the food before cooking Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering Paper towels and napkins Use for short term heating and covering they absorb excess moisture and prevent spattering Do Testing Utensils not use recycled paper towels which may contain metal and can catch fire If you are not sure whether a dish is microwave safe or not you can Paper plates and cups Use for short term heating at low perform this test temperatures Do not use recycled paper which may contain metal and can catch fire f 1 Fua cup with water and put inside your oven next to the dish you Thermometers Use only those labeled Microwave Safe and want to test Limited Use follow all direction
20. ally 2 sticks e Place butter in dish cover with wax 1 2 Ib paper e Stir well after finishing and let stand 1 2 min Operation Using the Kids Meals Button 1 Press the Kids Meals button corresponding to the food you are cooking The display shows A 1 Code of item Press the Kids Meals button repeatedly to select the item you want Refer to the Kids Meals Chart below 2 Press the Number button to select the serving size you want You can press 1 or 2 buttons for selecting serving size Refer to the Kids Meals Chart below for the serving 3 Press Start button to begin cooking Kids Meals Chart Using the Snack Bar Button 1 Press the Snack Bar button corresponding to the food you are cooking The display shows A 1 Code of item Press the Snack Bar button repeatedly to select the item you want Refer to the Snack Bar Chart below 2 Press the Number button to select the serving size you want You can press 1 or 2 buttons for selecting serving size Only the 1 button serving is available for Nachos Refer to the Snack Bar Chart below for the serving 3 Press Start button to begin cooking Snack Bar Chart 11 Item Code Weight Remarks Chicken A 1 4 5 oz Put a paper towel on top of plate and tem pode Weight hemarks Nuggets 6 7 oz arrange nuggets in spoke fashion on Nachos A 1 1 serving e Place torti
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22. d particles or spattered oils stuck to the oven walls or floor can cause paint damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven Do not immerse cord or plug in water e Keep cord away from heated surfaces Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter e When cleaning door and oven surfaces use only mild nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth e To reduce the risk of fire in the oven a Do not overcook food Watch appliance carefully if paper plastic or other combustible materials are inside b Remove wire twist ties from plastic cooking bags before placing bags in oven c If materials inside the oven ignite keep the oven door closed turn the oven off disconnect the power cord or shut off the power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel d Do not use the oven compartment for storage purposes Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use e Do not try to preheat oven or operate while empty e Do not cook without the glass tray in place on the oven floor Food will not cook properly without the tray Do not defrost frozen beverages in narrow necked bottles The containers can break e Dishes and containers can become hot Handle with care e Carefully remove container coverings directing steam away from hands and face e Remove lids from baby food before heating After heating baby food stir well and test temperature by tasting before serving e
23. dures 1 2 To ADD more time to an automatic cooking procedure Press the More 9 button To REDUCE the time of an automatic cooking procedure Press the Less 1 button If you wish to increase decrease in Time Cook mode by 10 sec press the More 9 or Less 1 button Switching the Beeper On Off You can switch the beeper off whenever you want 1 Press the Sound button The display shows ON START will flash gt START Un Press the Sound button to turn the volume off The display shows OFP START will flash Press Start The display returns to the time of day Operation Using the Kitchen Timer 1 Press the Kitchen Timer button Use the Number buttons to set the length of time you want the timer to run 3 Press Start to begin Kitchen Timer 4 The display counts down and beeps when the time has elapsed Note The microwave does not turn on when the Kitchen timer is used Demonstration Mode You can use the Demonstration Mode to see how your microwave oven operates without the oven heating 1 Hold the 0 button and then press the 1 button To turn demo mode off repeat step 1 above Setting the Child Protection Lock You can lock your microwave oven so it can t be used by unsupervised children 1 Hold the 0 button and then press the 2 button At this point the microwave oven cannot be used until it is unlocked To unlock it repeat step 1 above
24. e the oven without food in it this can damage the magnetron tube or glass tray You may wish to leave a cup of water in the oven when it is not in use to prevent damage if the oven is accidentally turned on If you have a problem you cannot solve please call our service line 1 800 843 0304 U S A 1 866 587 2002 CANADA Appendix Specifications Model Number Oven Cavity Controls Timer Power Source Power Output Power Consumption Outside Dimensions Oven Cavity Dimensions Shipping Dimensions Net Gross Weight Model Number Oven Cavity Controls Timer Power Source Power Output Power Consumption Outside Dimensions Oven Cavity Dimensions Shipping Dimensions Net Gross Weight AMC5101AAB W 1 0 cu ft 10 power levels including defrost 99 minutes 99 seconds 120 VAC 60 Hz 1000 Watts r 1500 Watts 20 11 32 W X 11 11 16 H X 14 15 16 D 13 7 32 W X 9 1 8 H X 13 11 16 D 22 23 32 W X 14 19 32 H X 16 31 32 D 30 1 34 3 Ibs AMC5101AAS e 1 0 cu ft 10 power levels including defrost 99 minutes 99 seconds 120 VAC 60 Hz 1000 Watts 1500 Watts 20 11 32 W X 11 11 16 H X 16 1 8 D 13 7 32 W X 9 1 8 H X 13 11 16 D 22 23 32 W X 14 19 32 H X 19 7 16 D 31 2 35 5 Ibs 23 Warranty Limited One Year Warranty Parts and Labor For one 1 year from the original retail purchase date any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired o
25. every minute of cooking at High Power Auto Defrost p 12 Sets weight of food to be defrosted Instant Cook Buttons p 9 Instant settings to cook popular foods Number Buttons Sets cooking times or amounts and power levels other than high More Less p 13 Increase or decrease cooking time Power Level p 12 Press this pad to set a power level other than high Kitchen Timer p 14 Sets kitchen or convenience timer Clock p 8 Sets current time Sound Button p 13 Sets sound on or off Pause Cancel p 8 Press to pause oven or correct a mistake Start Press to start cooking Handy Helper Kids Meals Snack Bar p 10 Selects type of dish to be reheated Auto Reheat p 14 Operation Turning on the Power and Selecting a Weight The first time you plug the power cord into an outlet or after there has been an interruption in power the display shows 48 49 At this point you can select the weight system for the display You can choose between pounds LBS or kilograms KG To do so 1 Press 0 immediately after plugging in your microwave The display will show g g If the display does not shows Kg you will need to unplug the microwave and then plug it in again in order to change to the weight selection Press 0 repeatedly to select the weight system you wish to use Lbs When you have selected the weight system you want to use press the PAUSE CANCEL button to end this procedure Setting the Clock
26. he thickest portions towards the outside of the dish Cover with wax paper Turn over when the cooking time is half up Cook until juices run clear and meat near the bone is no longer pink Let stand 5 10 min Cooking Instructions Guide for Cooking Seafood in Your Microwave Cook fish until it flakes easily with a fork Place fish on a microwave safe roasting rack in a microwave safe dish Use a tight cover to steam fish A lighter cover of wax paper or paper towel provides less steaming Do not overcook fish check it at minimum cooking time Cook Time Power Food eval Directions Steaks Cooking Time Arrange steaks on roasting 6 10 min Ib rack with meaty portions Up to 1 5 Ibs towards the outside of rack Power Level Medium Cover with wax paper Turn High 70 over and rearrange when cooking time is half up Cook until fish flakes easily with a fork Let stand 3 5 min Fillets Cooking Time Arrange fillets in a baking 3 7 min Ib dish turning any thin pieces Up to 1 5 Ibs under Cover with wax paper Power Level Medium If over inch thick turn over High 70 and rearrange when cooking time is half up Cook until fish flakes easily with a fork Let stand 2 3 min Shrimp Cooking Time Arrange shrimp in a baking 3 5 Y2 min Ib dish without overlapping or Up to 1 5 Ibs layering Cover with wax Power Level Medium High 70 paper Cook until firm and opaque stirring 2 or 3 times Let stand 5 min 18
27. it SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety amp WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock Consult a qualified electrician or servicer if you do not understand the grounding instructions or if you are not sure if the appliance is properly grounded Use of Extension Cords A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use If a long cord or extension cord is used 1 The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance 2 The extension cord must be a grounding type 3 wire cord and it must be plugged into a 3 slot outlet 3 The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally If you use an extension cord the interior light may flicker and the blower may vary when the microwave oven is on Cooking times may be longer too e on amp WARNING Do not cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord under any circumstances Note Connect the oven to a 20A circuit When connecting the oven to a 15A circuit make sure that circuit breaker is operable Liquids such as water coffee or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boili
28. lla chips on plate without paper towel overlapping Do not cover Let stand 1 min e Sprinkle evenly with cheese Hot Dogs A 2 2EA Prick hot dogs place on plate When the Contents 4EA oven beeps add buns and re start the 2 cups tortilla chips oven 1 3 cup grated cheese French Fries A 3 4 5 oz Place 2 paper towels on plate and Chicken Wings A 2 5 6 oz e Use pre cooked refrigerated chicken 6 7 oz arrange french fries on towels do not 7 8 OZ wings overlap e Place chicken wings around plate in Blot with additional paper towel after spoke fashion and cover with wax removal from oven paper Frozen A 4 1EA Place frozen sandwich in susceptor Potato Skins A 3 1cooked e Cut cooked potato into 4 even Sandwich 2EA sleeve which is in package and put on potato wedges Scoop or cut out potato flesh plate 2 cooked leaving about 1 4 of skin potatoes e Place skins in spoke fashion around plate j e Sprinkle with bacon onions and cheese Do not cover Cheese Sticks A 4 5 6pcs e Place cheese sticks on plate in spoke 7 10 pcs fashion Do not cover Operation Defrosting Automatically To thaw frozen food set the weight of the food and the microwave automatically sets the defrosting time power level and standing time 1 Press the Auto Defrost button The display shows 0 5 Ibs 0 2 Kg if you have set your oven for metric measure ENTER and Lbs will flash ZENTER Ja Lbs
29. ng point without appearing to be boiling Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID To reduce the risk of injury to persons 1 Do not overheat the liquid 2 Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it 3 Do not use straight sided containers with narrow necks 4 After heating allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Your New Microwave oven Table of Contents Your New Microwave OVEN c ccsssssssssssseeeseeseeeeeeeeeeeesensasoaes Checking Parts eee Setting Up Your Microwave Oven Control Panel Buttons AMC5101AAB W Control Panel Buttons AMC5101AAS Operationicis cscicisiet th T TTT sssccccssteanienecace Turning on the Power and Selecting a Weight Setting the Clock 2 0 ee eeceseeeeteeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeteneens Using the Pause Cancel Button Using the Instant Cook Buttons Using the One Minute Button Using the Handy Helper Button Using the Kids Meals Button Using the Snack Bar Button Defrosting Automatically cece cece eee teee tee eeeeeeeeees Setting Co
30. nt way to heat food in one minute increments at the High power level 1 Press the One Minute button once for each minute you wish to cook the food For example press it twice for two minutes The time will display and the oven starts automatically Add minutes to a program in progress by pressing the One Minute button for each minute you want to add 10 Using the Handy Helper Button 1 Press the Handy Helper button corresponding to the food you are cooking The display shows A 1 code of item Press the Handy Helper button repeatedly to select the item you want Refer to the Handy Helper Chart below Press the Number button to select the serving size you want You can press 1 or 2 buttons for selecting serving size Only the 1 button serving is available for Soften Cream Cheese and Melt Chocolate Refer to the Handy Helper Chart below for the serving 3 Press Start button to begin cooking Handy Helper Chart Item Code Weight Remarks Melt A 1 1 cup chips e Place chocolate chips or square in a Chocolate microwave safe dish e Stir well at half time when the oven beeps and re start the oven e Unless stirred the chocolate keeps its shape even when heating time is over Soften A 2 1 package e Unwrap cream cheese and place on Cream 8 oz microwave safe dish Cheese e Let stand 1 2 min Melt Butter A 3 1 stick e Remove wrapping and cut butter in 1 4 Ib half vertic
31. oking Times amp Power Levels s es One stage Cooking Multi stage Cooking Using the More Less Buttons 0 0 ee eects eee eee eeeeeeeees Switching the Beeper On Off ee ee ee eee eee eeeeeeeteeeeeeeees Using the Kitchen Timer Demonstration Mode ceeeee Setting the Child Protection Lock Reheating Automatically Cooking Instructions Cooking Utensils Testing Utensils Cooking Techniques General TipS 0 0 Cooking Guide 4 Auto Defrosting Guide Recipes nsee APPCNIX eeseeeesseeeeeeeeeees Troubleshooting Guide Care and Cleaning Specifications 0 Warranty cceccecccteesseessseessseeesseeeesnesesaeeessneessoeesseeeesaesnesneeeanenss Quick Reference cccseceeeceeeseeeseeeeseseeeeseeseeeeeeseeeees Checking Parts Unpack your microwave oven and check to make sure that you have all the parts shown here If any part is missing or broken call your dealer lt P ey Microwave oven got lt Roller guide ring Glass tray Registration card Instruction manual Your New Microwave oven Setting Up Your Microwave Oven 1 Place the oven on a flat sturdy surface and plug the cord into a grounded outlet Once plugged in the display on your oven will show START ENTER COOK TIME TIME2 KERE z Lbs QTY Make sure
32. r replaced free of charge when carried into an authorized servicer Limited Warranties Parts Only Second through Fifth Year From the original purchase date parts listed below which fail in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge for the part itself with the owner paying all other costs including labor mileage transportation and trip charge if required e Magnetron touch pad and microprocessor What is not covered by these warranties 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 e Products with original serial numbers removed altered or not readily determined e Products purchased for commercial industrial rental or leased use e Products located outside of the U S A or Canada e Premium service charges if the servicer is requested to perform service in addition to normal service or outside normal service hours or area e Adjustments after the first year e Repairs resulting from the following Improper installation exhaust system or maintenance Any modification alteration or adjustment not authorized by the manufacturer Accident misuse abuse fire flood or acts of nature Connections to improper electrical current voltage supply or gas supply Use of improper pans containers or accessories that cause damage to the product e Travel
33. s Check the food in several places Conventional thermometers may be used once the food has been removed from the oven Aluminum foil Use narrow strips of foil to prevent overcooking of exposed areas Using too much foil can damage your oven so be careful Ceramic porcelain and stoneware Use these if they are labeled Microwave Safe If they are not labeled test them to make 2 Press the One Minute button once to heat them for one minute at sure they can be used safely Never use dishes with metallic trim High power Plastic Use only if labeled Microwave Safe Other plastics can melt The water should be warm and the dish you are testing should be cool If Straw wicker and wood Use only for short term heating as the dish is warm then it is absorbing microwave energy and is not they can be flammable acceptable for use in the microwave 15 Cooking Instructions Cooking Techniques Stirring Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats more quickly so stir from the outside to the center The oven will turn off when you open the door to stir your food Arrangement Arrange unevenly shaped foods such as chicken pieces or chops with the thicker meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable where they receive more microwave energy To prevent overcooking place thin or delicate part
34. s toward the center of the turntable Shielding Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking Areas that need shielding include poultry wing tips the ends of poultry legs and corners of square baking dishes Use only small amounts of aluminum foil Larger amounts can damage your oven Turning Turn foods over midway through cooking to expose all parts to microwave energy This is especially important with large items such as roasts Standing Foods cooked in the microwave build up internal heat and continue to cook for a few minutes after the oven stops Let foods stand to complete cooking especially foods such as roasts and whole vegetables Roasts need this time to complete cooking in the center without overcooking the outer areas All liquids such as soup or hot chocolate should be shaken or stirred when cooking is complete Let liquids stand a moment before serving When heating baby food stir well and test the temperature before serving Adding Moisture Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules Food that is uneven in moisture content should be covered or allowed to stand so that the heat disperses evenly Add a small amount of water to dry food to help it cook General Tips Dense foods such as potatoes take longer to heat than lighter foods Foods with a delicate texture should be heated at a low power level to avoid becoming tough Altitude and the type of cookware you are using can
35. there is adequate ventilation for your oven by leaving at least four inches of space behind above and to the side of the oven 2 Open the oven door GO Wipe the inside of the oven with a damp cloth 4 Place the pre assembled ring in the indentation in the center of the oven 5 Place the glass tray on top of the ring so that the three glass tabs in the center of the tray fit securely into the tabs on the floor of the oven Control Panel Buttons AMC5101AAB W 13 Auto Auto One Reheat Defrost Minute Popcorn Potato Beverage Pizza Frozen Reheat Sean Dinner Handy Kids Snack Helper Meals Bar 4 Melt Chocolate 1 Chicken Nuggets 1 Nachos 2 Soften Cream Cheese 2 Hot Dogs 2 Chicken Wings 3 Melt Butter 3 French Fries 3 Potato Skins 4 Frozen Sandwich 4 Cheese Sticks Less 1 eed at ete pea TITT More Power Kitchen Clock Sound Level Timer Pause Cancel 12 Your New Microwave oven Control Panel Buttons AMC5101AAS Auto Auto One 1 13 Reheat Defrost Minute INSTANT COOKING 2 Popcorn Potato Beverage Pizza Frozen 3 Reheat Dinner Handy Kids Snack Helper Meals Bar 12 1 Melt Chocolate 1 Chicken Nuggets 1 Nachos Cheese 2 Hot Dogs 2 Chicken Wings 3 French Fries 3 Pol kins 4 Frozen Sandwich 4 Cheese Sticks Power Kitchen 6 Evel flames Clock Sound 9 Pause 11 10 Cancel 10 11 12 13 One Minute p 10 Press once for
36. you Quick Reference Feature Set Clock One Stage Cooking One Minute Cooking Instant Cook Buttons Auto Defrost Set Cooking Time and Power Levels Auto Reheat Handy Helper Kids Meals Snack Bar N Pea N Operation Press CLOCK Use number buttons to enter the current time Press CLOCK again Use number buttons to set cooking time Set power level or leave at high Press START Press the ONE MINUTE button once for each minute of cooking The time will display and the oven will start Press button that corresponds to the food you are cooking for example POPCORN Press the button repeatedly to select serving size Press AUTO DEFROST Enter weight of food by pressing AUTO DEFROST button repeatedly or using the number buttons When the oven beeps press PAUSE CANCEL button and turn food over Press START to resume defrosting cycle Use number buttons to set cooking time To set power level at other than HIGH press POWER LEVEL and use the number buttons to enter the power level Press START to begin cooking 1 Press AUTO REHEAT repeatedly to select type of dish to reheat To increase serving size press the corresponding number button Press START to begin reheating cycle Press HANDY HELPER KIDS MEALS SNACK BAR repeatedly to select type of dish to reheat To increase serving size press the corresponding number button Press START to begin cooking Printe
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