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- Page 1 DESIGNATES A TRADEMARK OF TOASTMASTER INC W o r l d w i d e , I n c . 22” OVER THE RANGE MICROWAVE OVEN AD-13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & COOKING GUIDE Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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 3: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy: 1. Read all instructions before using the appliance. 13. -
Page 4: Save These Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 22. Do not lean on the oven door. The door is cooking is very useful, but should be used designed to close tightly and seal properly for carefully. Even microwave-safe plastic may not safe operation. Leaning on the door may warp be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are or break the hinges. -
Page 5: Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT(U.S.A. ONLY) WARNING: This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type-tested and found to comply with limits for an ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. -
Page 6: Installation
INSTALLATION Refer to Installation Manual. Power supply This microwave oven requires a power supply of approximately 15 Amperes, 120 Volts, 60 Hz and a grounded outlet. A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of the user becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. -
Page 7: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS POWER SUPPLY 120V AC 60 Hz SINGLE PHASE WITH GROUNDING POWER CONSUMPTION 1400 W MICROWAVE OUTPUT POWER 900 W (IEC 705) FREQUENCY 2450 MHz OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS (W X H X D) 564 X 407 X 423 mm (22.2 X16.0 X16.6 in.) CAVITY DIMENSIONS (W X H X D) 374 X 233 X 372 mm (14.7X9.2X14.6 in.) NET WEIGHT... -
Page 8: Features Diagram
FEATURES DIAGRAM 1. Door screen - Allows viewing of food. 4. Cooktop light The screen is transparent to light, but prevents microwave escaping. 5. Grease filter 2. Door latch - When the door is closed it will 6. Door release button - Pushing this button automatically shut off. - Page 9 FEATURES DIAGRAM (continued) POPCORN SOUP MUFFIN BAKED FROZEN REHEAT POTATO PIZZA MORE LESS FRESH VEG. BEVERAGE AUTO QUICK DEFROST START CLOCK/ POWER A.START STOP START CLEAR LIGHT 8. Time set pad - Used to set the cooking 14. Auto defrost - Used to defrost foods. time and the present time.
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Page 10: Operation Procedure
OPERATION PROCEDURE This section includes useful information about oven operation. 1. Plug power supply cord into a standard 3- pronged 15 Amp, 120V AC 60Hz power outlet. 2. After placing the food in a suitable container, open the oven door and put it on the glass tray. The glass tray and roller guide must always be in place during cooking. -
Page 11: Controls
CONTROLS CLOCK When the oven is first plugged in, the display will flash ":0" and a tone will sound. If the AC power ever turns off, the display shows ":0" when the power comes back on. 1. Touch CLOCK/A.START pad. This is a 12 hour clock system and “12H”... -
Page 12: Auto Defrost
AUTO DEFROST AUTO DEFROST lets you easily defrost food by eliminating guesswork in determining defrosting time. The defrosting time is automatically determined by weight entered. Follow the steps below for easy defrosting. 1. Touch AUTO DEFROST pad. "0.0" is displayed and the lb indicator starts AUTO blinking. -
Page 13: Time Defrost
Recommended foods. Instructions Stand time Poultry Whole chicken Turn over and shiled. 10 minutes, run cold water in cavity. Turkey breast (breast Turn over and shiled. 20 minutes in side up) refrigerator; Run cold water in cavity. Chicken pieces Separate and remove defrosted pieces. 5 minutes Cornish hens (whole) Turn over and shiled where necessary. -
Page 14: Cooking In One Stage
COOKING IN ONE STAGE 1. Touch POWER pad. The STAGE1 indicator lights and "P-" is displayed. POWER 2. Touch the number pad for This display will show you what you touched. desired power level. This example shows power level 3. 3. -
Page 15: Weight Defrost And Cooking In Two Stages
WEIGHT DEFROST AND COOKING IN TWO STAGES All recipes require frozen foods to be defrosted fully before cooking. This oven can be programmed to automatically defrost foods before cooking. 1. Touch AUTO DEFROST pad. The WEIGHT DEFROST indicator appears AUTO and "0.0"... -
Page 16: Auto Start
AUTO START Auto start can be programmed for up to two cooking stages. Auto start can not be programmed for auto defrost. 1. Program the desired power level and cooking time for food to be cooked.’ 2. Touch CLOCK/A.START pad. The AUTO START indicator appears and CLOCK/ ":0"... -
Page 17: One Touch Cooking
ONE TOUCH COOKING One touch cooking allows you to cook or reheat many of your favorite foods by touching just one pad. To increase quantity, touch chosen pad until number in display is the same as the desired quantity to cook. (except for MUFFIN & REHEAT) For best results, consult the cookbook. 1. - Page 18 1. Touch BAKED POTATO pad “1”, “2” or “3” is displayed with NO indicator. BAKED once for 1 NO, twice for 2 NO After 1.5 seconds, the oven starts cooking POTATO or three times for 3 NO baked and NO indicator disappears. Also the potato.
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Page 19: More, Less
1. Touch BEVERAGE pad once “1”, “2” or “3” is displayed with CUPS BEVERAGE for 1 cup, twice for 2 cups or indicator. After 1.5 seconds, the oven starts three times for 3 cups. cooking and CUPS indicator disappears. Also the display changes into cooking time and counts down the remaining time. -
Page 20: Saving The Energy
SAVING THE ENERGY To set, press number pad “0” for 3 seconds and the display turns off with a beep sound. To cancel, press number pad “0” for 3 seconds and the display returns to present time with a beep sound. NOTE: 1. - Page 21 Plastics Plastic dishes, cups, mugs and bowls may be used in the oven for short periods of time. None of these should be used in the oven for prolonged periods because distortion and melting may occur. Check manufacturer's recommendations concerning microwave safety. Plastic wrap can be used to cover dishes in most recipes if the dish is deep enough to avoid plastic wrap touching the food.
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Page 22: Cooking Guide
COOKING GUIDE VEGETABLES Vegetables are favorite foods when cooked in the arranged in the dish alternating thick and thin ends. microwave. Because they cook for a shorter time and Stirring, rearranging, turning over and rotating are require less water than conventional cooking, vegetables effective techniques to maximize the way microwave cooked by microwave energy retain more vitamins than energy cooks vegetables. -
Page 23: Eggs And Cheese
EGGS AND CHEESE Eggs and cheese are delicate foods requiring care in well if stirred into a hot mixture. Cheese may not look microwave cooking. Piercing the yolks of eggs helps to melted so always stir before determining if cheese is release steam during cooking. - Page 24 BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER SALAD 1 cup broccoli florets 1. In a 2-quart glass casserole, combine broccoli and 1 cup cauliflower florets cauliflower 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-HI for 3 1 to 2 teaspoons prepared mustard to 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender-crisp;...
- Page 25 VEGETARIAN CHILI 1/2 cup celery, chopped 1. In a 2-quart glass casserole, combine celery, onion and 1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup) green pepper. 1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped (1/4 cup) 2. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-HI for 3 1 tablespoon chili powder to 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
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Page 26: Fish And Seafood
FISH AND SEAFOOD Delicate, tender fish is the result when cooked in the cover more than one-third of any item; do not let the foil microwave. Because it is moist cooking, the finished pieces touch each other or the sides of the microwave fish and seafood, if cooked for the appropriate time, will oven, and be sure that all ends are tucked under and be opaque and flake with a fork with no signs of... -
Page 27: Cooking Fish And Seafood
FISH FILLET AMANDINE 1/4 cup margarine or butter, divided 1. In a 2-cup glass measure, heat 2 tablespoons 1/2 cup slivered almonds margarine on P-HI for 1 minute or until melted. Add 1 teaspoon almond liqueur, optional almonds. Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 2 minutes or 1 pound fresh or thawed frozen fish fillets until almonds are lightly toasted;... - Page 28 POULTRY Juicy and moist describes poultry cooked by microwave sure that all poultry is completely defrosted before cooking. energy. It is a superior method for cooking chicken to be Check for doneness after stand time is over. used in casseroles, salads, or to have for sandwiches. See Remember that more cooking will take place during Poached Chicken recipe.
- Page 29 MEATS Tender cuts of meat do well in the microwave, range reflects time suggested for medium meat; the especially when cooked at lower power levels. Be sure higher number for well done. It is always possible to meat is fully defrosted before cooking. Consult the add time if needed, so it is best to start with the lower meat cooking charts for details.
- Page 30 PORK SAUSAGE CASSEROLE 1 medium red onion 1. Peel onion and cut in half. Slice it thinly. In a 2-quart 3 green apples, seeded and cubed glass casserole, combine onion, apples and 2 tablespoons margarine or butter margarine. 1 package (12 oz.) bulk pork sausage, cooked, 2.
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Page 31: Sauces And Gravies
CHICKEN RICE SOUP Poached Chicken 1. Prepare Poached Chicken according to recipe. (see recipe on Page 27) Remove chicken, cool about 10 to 15 minutes. 3 cups chicken broth Remove bones and cut chicken into bite-size pieces. 1 cup instant rice, uncooked 2. -
Page 32: White Sauce
TOMATO SAUCE 1 can (29 oz.) tomato sauce 1. In a 2-quart glass measure, combine tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning seasoning, sugar, garlic powder and pepper. 1 teaspoon sugar 2. Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 8 to 10 minutes or until 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder mixture just begins to boil;... - Page 33 DESSERTS A sweet ending to a meal is a lot easier in the microwave oven. Quick to make, delicious to eat, these desserts offer something for everyone. We have selected those that do well in the microwave oven. Candies, for example, are excellent when prepared the microwave way.
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Page 34: Rice Pudding
RICE PUDDING 1 package (3 oz.) regular vanilla pudding and pie 1. In a 2-quart glass casserole, combine all filling (not instant) ingredients. 2 cups milk Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 6 minutes or until 1/2 cup instant rice, uncooked thickened;... -
Page 35: Care And Cleaning
CARE ND CLEANING Keep your oven clean and sweet smelling. Opening the door a few minutes after cooking helps air out the inside. An occasional through wiping a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Don’t use sharp-edged utensils on your oven. The inside and outside oven walls can be scratched. The control panel can be damaged. -
Page 36: The Exhaust Feature
THE EXHAUST FEATURE The exhaust hood feature on your microwave oven is equipped with two metal filters which collect grease. When the fan is operated, air is drawn up through the filters and is then discharged through the provide venting to the outside. -
Page 37: Light Bulb Replacement
LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT Cooktop Light REMOVE THE SCREW To replace the cooktop light, first disconnect unscrewing the bulbs. Replace with 30-watt power at main fuse or circuit breaker panel or incandescent bulbs available from your supplier. pull plug. Remove screw on left side of light High intensity 30-watt bulbs, which are available in compartment cover and lower cover until it stops. -
Page 38: Use Your Microwave Oven Safely
USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY GENERAL USE Do not attempt to defeat or tamper with safety interlocks. Do not place any object between the oven front frame and the door or allow residue to build up on sealing surfaces. Wipe with a mild detergent, rinse and dry. Never use abrasive powders or pads. Do not subject the oven ddor strain or weight such as a child hanging on an open door. -
Page 39: Before You Call For Service
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE Refer to following checklist, you may prevent an unnecessary service call. * The oven doesn't work; 1. Check that the power cord is securely plugged in. 2. Check that the door is firmly closed. 3. Check that the cooking time is set. 4. -
Page 40: Limited 1 Year Warranty
LIMITED 1 YEAR WARRANTY MICROWAVE OVEN Apollo Worldwide Inc. (Apollo) warrants this microwave oven against defect in material or wokrmanship for a period of one year from the date of its original purchase by a consumer for home use. LIMITED 5 YEAR WARRANTY For an additional four-year period beyond the first year of the general coverage of this warranty, Apollo will repair or replace, at its option, any magnetron tube which has failed as a result of defective material or workmanship.