Safety RECAUTIONS TO OSSIBLE XPOSURE TO XCESSIVE ICROWAVE NERGY (a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
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Safety Important Safety Instructions, continued • 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. • Keep the inside of the oven clean. Food particles or spattered oils stuck to the oven walls or floor can cause paint damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven.
Safety 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.
Your New Microwave oven...5 Checking Parts ... 5 Setting Up Your Microwave Oven ... 6 Control Panel Buttons AMC5143AAB/W/Q ... 6 Control Panel Buttons AMC5143AAS ... 7 Operation ...8 Turning on the Power and Selecting a Display Language ... 8 Using the My Choice feature ...
Place the pre-assembled ring in the indentation in the center of the oven. Place the glass tray on top of the ring so that the three glass tabs in the center of the tray fit securely into the tabs on the floor of the oven. Control Panel Buttons AMC5143AAB/W/Q...
Your New Microwave oven Control Panel Buttons AMC5143AAS 1. One Minute + Press once for every minute of cooking at High power. 2. Sensor Reheat 3. Auto Defrost Sets weight of food to be defrosted. 4. Sensor Cook Buttons Sensor settings to cook popular foods. 5.
Operation Turning on the Power and Selecting a Display Language The first time you plug the power cord into an outlet, or after there has been an interruption in power, the display shows after four seconds “ENJOY YOUR COOKING -- -- -- PRESS MY CHOICE FOR PER- SONAL OPTIONS”...
Operation Selecting the Display Weight You can choose between pounds(LBS) and kilograms(KG). Press My Choice button and then press the 2 button. The display shows ‘LBS OR KG”. Press the My Choice button repeatedly to select the weight measurements you wish to use. Press the Start button.
Operation Setting the Daylight Saving Time adjustment Press the My Choice button and then 8. The Display shows “DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ON/OFF”. Press the My Choice button to select ON. Press again to select OFF. Press the Start button. Time of day will advance one hour. If OFF is selected, time will go back one hour.
Operation Using the One Minute + Button This button offers a convenient way to heat food in one minute incre- ments at the High power level. 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.
Operation Sensor Reheat Heating leftovers and precooked foods is easy with your new micro- wave. By actually sensing the steam that escapes as food heat, this fea- ture automatically adjusts the oven’s heating time for various types and amounts of precooked food. All food should be precooked and at refrig- erator temperature.
Operation Using the Handy Helper Button 1. Press the Handy Helper button corresponding to the food you are cooking. The display shows “Melt Chocolate”. Press the Handy Helper button repeatedly to select the item you want.(Refer to the Handy Helper Chart below) 2.
Operation Setting Cooking Times & Power Levels Your microwave allows you to set up to three different stages of cooking, each with its own time length and power level. The power level 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.
Operation Setting the Word Prompting Speed Press the My Choice button and then press 7. The display shows”WORD PROMPTING SPEED”. Press the My Choice button to select the appropriate scroll speed. Press the Start button. The display returns to the time of day. Using the More/Less Buttons The More/Less buttons allow you to adjust pre-set cooking times.
Operation Adjusting the Volume The Sound function on the microwave allows you to adjust the volume of the microwave’s chime sound. The sound is initially set to its high set- ting. To change the volume, Press the My Choice button and then press 3. The display shows “SOUND VOLUME CONTROLS”...
Operation Demonstration Mode You can use the Demonstration Mode to see how your microwave oven operates without the oven heating. Press the My Choice button and then Press 9. The display shows “ DEMO MODE ON/OFF” Press the My Choice button once to select ON. Press again to select OFF.
Cooking Instructions Cooking Utensils Recommended Use • Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes — Use for heating or cooking. • Microwavable browning dish — Use to brown the exterior of small items such as steaks, chops, or pancakes. Follow the directions provided with your browning dish.
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.
Cooking Instructions Auto Sensor Cook The Auto Sensor allows you to cook your food automatically by detect- ing the amount of moisture generated from the food while cooking. • When cooking food, many kinds of moisture are generated. The Auto Sensor determines the proper time and power level by detecting the moisture from the food, eliminating the need to set the cooking time and power level.
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. •...
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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.
Cooking Instructions Auto Defrosting Guide • Follow the instructions below when defrosting different types of food. Standard Food Procedure Amount Roast 2.5-6.0 lbs. 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.
Cooking Instructions Sensor Cooking Guide • Follow the instructions below when sensor cooking different types of food. Food Amount Procedure Potatoes 1 to 6 EA. Prick each potato several times with fork. Place on turntable in spoke-like fashion. Let stand 3-5 min. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again.
Cooking Instructions Sensor Reheat Guide • Follow the instructions below when sensor reheating different types of food. Food Amount Procedure Plate of 1 serving Use only pre-cooked, refrigerated foods. food (1 plate). Cover plate with vented plastic wrap or waxed paper, tucked under plate. If food is not as hot as you prefer after heating with SENSOR REHEAT, continue heating using time and power.
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Cooking Instructions Snap Crackle Popcorn Balls (10 to 15 balls) 30 square caramel candies 1 ½ tablespoons water 1 teaspoon butter or magarine 1 pkg.( 3.5 oz.) microwave popcorn 1. Combine caramel, water and butter in 4 cup glass bowl. Microwave at HIGH (0) for 2 to 3 minutes until melted.
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Cooking Instructions Vegetable Medley (4 to 6 servings) 1 ½ cups broccoli flowerets, 3/4 to 1 inch in diameter 1 ½ cups cauliflower flowerets, 3/4 to 1 inch in diameter 1 medium yellow squash, cut into 1/4 inch diagonal slices 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4 inch diagonal slices 1 medium carrot, cut into 1/8 inch diagonal slices ½...
Appendix Troubleshooting Guide Before you call a repair person for your oven, check this list of possible problems and solutions. Neither the oven’s display nor the oven operate. • Properly insert the plug into a grounded outlet. • If the outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure the wall switch is turned on.
If you need service • Call the dealer from whom your appliance was purchased or call Maytag Services , Amana Customer Assistance at 1-800-843- 0304, U.S.A. and 1-866-587-2002, CANADA to locate an authorized servicer. • Be sure to retain proof of purchase to verify warranty status. Refer to WARRANTY for further information on owner’s responsibilities for...
Quick Reference Feature Operation Set Clock 1. Press CLOCK. 2. Use number buttons to enter the current time. 3. Press CLOCK again. One Stage 1. Use number buttons to set cooking time. Cooking 2. Set power level or leave at High. 3.