Before Calling For Service; Questions And Answers - Amana MVH250L Owner's Manual

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:
• check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit
breaker.
• check if oven is properly connected to electric circuit
in house.
• check that controls are set properly.
If the oven interior light does not work:
- the light bulb is loose or defective.
If oven will not cook:
- check that control panel was programmed correctly.
• check that door is firmly closed.
• check that Start Pad was touched.
• check that timer wasn't started instead of a cook
function.
If oven takes longer than normal to cook or cooks
too rapidly:
• be sure the Power Level is programmed properly.
if the time of day clock does not always keep
correct time:
• check that the power cord is fully inserted into the
outlet receptacle.
• be sure the oven is the only appliance on the
electrical circuit.
If food cooks unevenly:
• be sure food is evenly shaped.
• be sure food is completely defrosted before cooking.
• check placement of aluminum foil strips used to
prevent overeooking.
If food is undercooked:
• check recipe to be sure all directions (amount, time,
& power levels) were correctly followed.
• be sure microwave oven is on a separate circuit.
• be sure food is completely defrosted before cooking.
If food is overcooked:
• check recipe to be sure all directions (amount, power
level, time, size of dish) were followed.
If arcing (sparks) occur:
• be sure microwavable dishes were used,
• be sure wire twist ties weren't used.
• be sure oven wasn't operated when empty.
• make sure metal rack (if used) is properly installed on
4 supports.
If the Display shows a time counting down but the
oven is not cooking:
• check that door is firmly closed.
• check that timer wasn't started instead of a cooking
function.
Vent fen starts automatically. 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. It may stay on up to an hour to cool the
oven.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q, Can I use a rack in my microwave oven so that I
may reheat or cook in two levels at a time?
A. Only use the rack that is supplied with your
microwave oven. Use of any other rack can result Jn
poor cooking performance and/or arcing and may
damage your oven.
Q. Can I use either metal or aluminum pans in my
microwave oven?
A. Usable metal includes aluminum foil for shielding
(use small, flat pieces). Never allow metal to touch
walls or door.
Q. Sometimes the door of my microwave oven
appears wavy. Is this normal?
A. This appearance is normal and does not affect the
operation of your oven.
Q. What are the humming noises that I hear when
my microwave oven is operating?
A. You hear the sound of the transformer when the
magnetron tube cycles on and off.
Q. Why does the dish become hot when I
microwave food in it? I thought that this should
not happen,
A. As the food becomes hot it will conduct the heat to
the dish. Use hot pads to remove food after cooking.
Dish may not be microwave safe.
Q. What does standing time mean?
A. Standing time means that food should be taken out
of the oven and covered for additional time after
cooking. This process allows the cooking to finish,
saves energy, and frees the oven for other purpose.
Q. Can I pop popcorn in my microwave oven?
How do I get the best results?
A. Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn following
manufacturer's guidelines or use the
preprogrammed Popcorn pad.
Do not use regular paper bags. Use the listening test
by stopping the oven as soon as the popping slows
to a pop every one or two seconds. Do not try to
repop unpopped kernels. You can also use special
microwave poppers. When using a popper, be sure
to follow manufacturer's directions. Do not pop
popcorn in glass utensils.
Q. Why does steam come out of the air exhaust
vent?
A. Steam is normally produced during cooking. The ,
microwave oven has been designed to vent this
steam out the top vent.
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