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- Page 1 Attention: Keep these instructions for future reference. If microwave oven changes ownership, this manual accompanies microwave Over-The-Range Microwave Oven Owner's Manual, Cooking Guide, & Installation Instructions MVH250E MVH250W MVH250L be sure oven.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS ... SAFETY ... Precautions To Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy ... Important Safety Instructions... INFORMATION ... Locationof Model Number ... Model Identification... Parts and Accessories ... Service ... Asure Extended Service Plan ... Electrical Requirements ... -
Page 3: Safety
Safety PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY... (a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The safety instructions below will tell you how to use your oven and avoid harm to yourself or damage to your oven. To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy. •... - Page 5 Safety To avoid improperly cooking some foods. - Do not heat any types of baby bottles or baby food. Uneven heating may occur and possibly cause personal injury. - Do not heat small-necked containers, such as syrup bottles. - Do not deep-fat fry in your microwave oven. - Do not attempt home canning in your microwave oven.
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Page 6: Information
U.S.A. Warranty service must be performed by an authorized servicer. Amana, also recommends contacting an authorized service if service is required after warranty expires. ASURE Amana offers long-term service protection for this new oven, Asure Extended Service Plan is specially designed to supplement Amana's strong warranty. parts, This plan covers pads, labor, and travel charges. -
Page 7: Microwave Oven Features
Information MICROWAVE OVEN FEATURES Window with [] Metal Shield Two-Position Door Handle Metal Rack Door Safety• Lock System OVEN SPECIFICATIONS Power Supply Input Power Cooking Power Frequency Rated Current Outer Dimensions Cavity Volume Net Weight Model and Serial D Number Plate[] Vent Grille Glass Turntable Cooking Guide... -
Page 8: Oven Controlpanel
Information OVEN CONTROLPANEL ® FAVORITE i_ RECIPE AUTO I DEFROST DEFROST_-- LEVEL PROGRAM WARM ® " TOPl [ T=T H _ TURNTABLE ON - OFF ® KITCHEN... - Page 9 Information 1. DISPLAY: The display includes a clock and indicators to tell you time of day, cooking time settings, and cooking functions selected. 2. POPCORN: Touch this pad when popping popcorn in your microwave oven. See page 15 for more information.
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Page 10: Operation
Operation LEARN ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking and introduces you to the basics you need to know to operate your microwave oven, Please read this information before use. DO NOT RUN THE OVEN EMPTY. HELP The HELP pad displays feature information and helpful hints. -
Page 11: Vent Hi-Low-Off
Operation VENT HI-LOW-OFF The VENT moves steam and other vapors from the cooking surface. Touch VENT once for High fan speed, twice for Low fan speed, or three times to turn the fan off. NOTE: If the temperature gets too hot around the microwave oven, the fan in the vent hood will automatically turn on at the LOW setting to cool the oven. -
Page 12: Easy Cook
Operation EASY COOK A time-saving pad, this simplified control lets you quickly set and start microwave cooking without the need to touch START pad. Example: To set EASY COOK for 2 minutes. 1. Touch EASY COOK times. The oven begins cooking and display shows time counting down. -
Page 13: Cooking At High Cook Power
Operation COOKING AT HIGH COOK POWER Example: To cook food for 8 minutes 30 seconds. 1. Enter the cook time. 2. Touch START pad. When the cook time is over, you will hear four beeps and END will display. COOKING AT LOWER POWER LEVELS HIGH power cooking does not always give you the... -
Page 14: Cooking Guide For Lower Power Levels
Operation COOKING GUIDE FOR LOWER The t 0 power levels in addition to HIGH allow you to choose the best power level for the food you are cooking. Below are listed all the power levels, POWER LEVEL MICROWAVE HIGH POWER LEVELS examples of foods best cooked at each level, and the amount of microwave power you are using. -
Page 15: Popcorn
Operation POPCORN POPCORN lets you pop 1.75, 3.0, and 3.5 ounce begs of commemially packaged microwave popcorn, Pop only one package at a time. if you are using a microwave popcorn popper, follow manufacturer's instructions.To set your microwave oven correctly, follow this chart: Bag Size-ounces Touch NUMBER Example: To pop a 3.0 oz. -
Page 16: Cooking Guide For Auto Cook
Operation COOKING GUIDE AUTO CODE CATEGORY FRESH VEGETABLE FROZEN VEGETABLE RICE CASSEROLE COOK QUANTITY Place in a microwavable bowl or casserole. 1 cup Vegetables and Add water according to the quantity. 2 tbsp water Cover with plastic wrap and vent. Let stand 5 minutes. -
Page 17: Auto Reheat
Operation AUTO REHEAT AUTO REHEAT provides four preset categories for reheating. 1. Touch AUTO REHEAT pad. 2. Choose food category. Category Dinner plate Soup/sauce Casserole Roll/Muffin COOKING GUIDE FOR AUTO REHEAT CODE CATEGORY DINNER PLATE SOUP/SAUCE CASSEROLE ROLUMUFFIN Example: To reheat 2 servings of Dinner plate. Touch pad number SERVING... -
Page 18: Auto Defrost
Operation AUTO DEFROST Your microwave oven is preset with three defrost sequences. Using AUTO DEFROST is the best way to defrost frozen foods. The Auto Defrost Sequence Table below provides some basic guidelines for using the three defrost sequences. Example: To defrost 1.2 Ibs. of ground beef. 1. -
Page 19: Auto Defrost Chart
Operation AUTO DEFROST CHART Meat setting FOOD SETTING BEEF MEAT Ground Beef, Remove thawed portions with Bulk fork. Turn over, Return remainder to oven. Ground Beef, MEAT Separate and rearrange. Patties Round Steak MEAT Turn over. Cover warm areas with aluminum foil. Tenderloin Turn over. - Page 20 Operation AUTO DEFROST CHART (CONTINUED) Poultry setting FOOD SETrlNG CHICKEN POULTRY Turn over (finish defrosting Whole (up to breast-side down). Cover 6 Ibs) warm areas with aluminum foil. Cut-up Separate pieces and rearrange. Turn over. Cover warm areas with aluminum foil. CORNISH HENS Whole...
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Page 21: Time Defrost
Operation TIME DEFROST This feature allows you to choose the time you want to defrost. Example: To defrost for 2 minutes. 1. Touch TIME DEFROST ; DEFRO_. pad. 2. Enter the defrosting time you want. 3. Touch START pad. (Defrost starts) When the defrost time is over, you will hear four beeps and END will... -
Page 22: Cooking
Cooking GETTING THE BEST COOKING RESULTS To get the best resuJtsfrom your microwave oven, read and follow the guidelines below. • Storage Temperature: Foods taken from the freezer or refrigerator take longer to cook than the same foods at room temperature. The time for recipes in this book is based on the normal storage temperature of the food. -
Page 23: Appetizers/Sauces/Soups
Cooking APPETIZERS/SAUCES/SOUPS Cooking Appetizers: Tips and Techniques Recommended • Crisp crackers, such as melba toast, shredded wheat, and crisp rye crackers are best for microwave use. Wait until party time to add the spreads. Place a paper towel under the crackers while they cook in the microwave oven to absorb extra moisture. - Page 24 Cooking Meat Cooking Table POWER COOKING MEAT LEVEL Beef Hamburgers, Fresh or defrosted 4 oz. each) 1-11_ minutes 1 patty 11_-2 minutes 2 patties 21_-31_ minutes 4 patties 8-10 minutes Sirloin tip roast (3-4 Ibs.) per pound RARE(135°F) 11-13 minutes per pound MEDIUM(155°F) Lamb...
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Page 25: Poultry
Cooking POULTRY Cooking Poultry: General Directions • Prepare the poultry for cooking. - Defrost completely. - Arrange poultry pieces with thicker pieces at the outside edge of the baking dish. When cooking legs, arrange them like the spokes of a wheel. - Cover the baking dish with waxed paper to reduce splattering. -
Page 26: Pasta And Rice
Cooking PASTA AND RICE Microwave cooking and conventional cooking of pasta, rice, and cereal require about the same amount of time, but the microwave is a more convenient method because you can cook and serve in the same dish. Cooking Pasta and Rice: Tips and Techniques •... -
Page 27: Maintenance
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. To order a new charcoal filter, contact the Parts Department at your nearest Authorized Service Center or call Amana at 1-800-843-0304(inside 622-5511 (outside U.S.A). Order Charcoal Filter kit # : MVHRK2. 1. Disconnect Power to oven. -
Page 28: Cooktop/Night Light Replacement
Maintenance COOKTOP/NIGHT LIGHT REPLACEMENT 1. Unplugthe ovenor turn off powerat the main powersupply. 2. Remove the bulb cover mounting screw. 3. Replace bulb(s) with 30 watt appliance bulb(s). 4. Replace bulb cover. 5. Turn the power back on at the main power supply. OVEN LIGHT REPLACEMENT 1, Unplug oven or turn off power at the main power supply. -
Page 29: Microwave Utensil Guide
Maintenance MICROWAVE UTENSIL OVENPROOF GLASS (treated for high intensity heat): utility dishes, loaf dishes, pie plates, cake plates, liquid measuring cups, casseroles and bowls without metallic trim. CHINA: bowls, cups, serving plates and platters without metallic trim. PLASTIC: Plastic wrap (as a cover)-- lay the plastic wrap loosely over the dish and press it to the sides. -
Page 30: Before Calling For Service
Trouble shooting BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Check the following list to be sure a service call is really necessary. A quick reference of this manual as well as reviewing additional information on items to check may prevent an unneeded service call. If nothing on the oven operates: •... -
Page 31: Installation
Installation YOUR SAFETY FIRST Read this entire manual before you begin. • Proper installation is the instaUer'sresponsibility! - Write the model& serialnumberson the owner'smanual,The modelnumber labelis locatedon the oven front, The mounting plate is locatedon the backside of the microwaveoven. See Figure1. BE SURE TO READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: Mounting J plate... - Page 32 Installation YOUR SAFETY FIRST If you use the grounding - Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure whether the oven is properly grounded or if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions. DO NOT USE A FUSE IN THE NEUTRAL OR GROUNDING Improper grounding could...
- Page 33 Installation YOUR SAFETY FIRST If you do not mount you risk personal Before you begin installing the oven, PLACE A PIECE OF THE CARTON OR OTHER HEAVY MATERIAL (a blanket) over the countertop or cooktop to protect it. Do not use a plastic cover. Failure to protect these surfaces could result in property damage.
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Page 34: Parts, Tools, Materials
Installation PARTS, TOOLS, MATERIALS THE FOLLOWING PARTS ARE SUPPLIED WITH THE OVEN: NOTE: Dependingon yourventilation requirements, y ou may not use all of these parts, Backdraft damper / duct connector (for roof-venting or wall-venting installation)D Not Actual Size ( 2 pieces must bet1 assembled as shown ) Two self - tapping screws - Actual Size (for attaching the damper duct connector)n... - Page 35 Installation PARTS, TOOLS, MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING Ca=ton or other heavy material for covering the counter top, Clear tape (for taping the templates to the wall) Phillips screwdriver (for the screws) Pencil Flat blade screwdriver (for the toggle bolts) Measuring tape (metal preferred) Small side cutters or tin snips •...
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Page 36: Step 1 : Prepare The Electrical Connections
Installation STEP 1: PREPARE THE ELECTRICAL WARNING- AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Improper electric • DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, GROUNDING PRONG! This appliance MUST be grounded! 1. Locate the grounded electric outlet for this oven in the cabinet above the oven, as shown in Figure 4. NOTE: The outlet should be on a circuit dedicated to the microwave oven (12gv, 6gHz., AC only) with a 15 or 20A fused electrical supply. -
Page 37: Step 2 : Prepare The Venting System
Installation STEP 2: PREPARE THE VENTING THIS OVEN MUST BE PROPERLY NOTE: The ductwork you need for outside ventilation is not included with your oven. The standard ductwork fittings and length are shown in Figure 9. You may vent your oven in one of three ways. However, do NOT vent into a wall cavity, an attic, or an unused area. - Page 38 Installation STEP 2: PREPARE THE VENTING STANDARD FITTINGS NOTE: If the existing duct is round, you must use a rectangular-to-round adapter, with a rectangular 3" extension duct installed between the damper assembly and the adapter to prevent the exhaust damper's sticking.
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Page 39: Step 3 : Prepare The Venting Blower
Installation STEP 3: PREPARE THE VENTING ELECTRICAL UNPLUG • DO NOT PULL OR STRETCH THE BLOWER WIRING! Pulling and stretching the blower wiring could result in electrical shock. Your microwave oven is shipped with the blower assembled for roof venting. If you want wall-venting or room-vented (recirculating) installation, you must change the fan, as detailed below. - Page 40 Installation STEP 3: PREPARE THE VENTING ports Figure 15 ROOM-VENTED (Recirculating) INSTALLATION: 1. Remove one blower unit mounting screw and two blower plate screws. Remove the blower pJate from cabinet. See Figure 17. 2. Carefully lift the blower unit out of the microwave oven. 3.
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Page 41: Step 4: Prepare The Wall And Upper Cabinet For Installation
Installation STEP 4: PREPARE THE WALL AND UPPER CABINET CAUTION Before you begin installing the oven, PLACE A PIECE OF THE CARTON OR OTHER HEAVY MATERIAL (a blanket) over the countertop or cooktop to protect it. Do not use a plastic cover. Failure to protect these surfaces could result in property damage, BEFORE YOU START... - Page 42 Installation STEP 4: PREPARE THE WALL AND UPPER BE VERY CAREFUL Electrical wires could be concealed behind the wall covering and if the drill hits them you could get an electric shock• DRILL THE HOLES IN THE WALL 1. Find the points on the wall template labeled D, E, F, and G. Drill a 3/16" diameter hole at any points that are over a wall stud.
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Page 43: Step 5 : Install The Mounting Plate
Installation STEP 5: INSTALL THE MOUNTING 1. Remove the templates from upper cabinet and wall. NOTE: If you are venting the oven through the wall, be sure you align the damper/connector on the rear of the mounting plate with the 3 1/4"x10" duct. Be sure the damper moves freely. -
Page 44: Step 6: Attach The Oven To The Wall
Installation STEP 6: ATTACH THE OVEN TO THE WALL _1= WARNING You will need two people to lift this microwave. Failure to use more than one person result in personal 1. Carefully lift microwave oven and hang it on support tabs (See Figure 28 at the bottom of the mounting plate. - Page 45 Installation STEP 6: ATrACH THE OVEN TO THE WALL 6, Roof-vented installation: Align the damper/duct with the vent on top of the microwave oven. Damper should be on top of tab. Use two tapping screws (bright-colored) attach damper/duct connector to the microwave oven. See Figure 36.
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Page 46: Warranty
Warranty FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY ON MAGNETRON TUBE RRSTYEAR Amana Appliances will replace, including related labor and travel, any part (f.o.b. Amana, Iowa) which proves to be defective as to workmanship or materials. SECOND THRU RFTH yEAR Amana Appliances will repair or replace, including related labor and travel, a magnetron tube, (f.o.b. Amana, Iowa),...