AMC6158BAB - Microwave Oven WHIRLPOOL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL AMC6158BAB WHIRLPOOL

Installer: Please leave this guide with this appliance. Consumer: Please read and keep this Use & Care Guide for future reference. Keep sales receipt and/or cancelled check as proof of purchase. Model Number ________________________________ Serial Number_________________________________ Date of Purchase ______________________________ In our continuing effort to improve the quality and performance of our appliances, it may be necessary to make changes to the appliance without revising this guide. If you have questions, call: Maytag Services LLC Attn: CAIR

1-800-688-2080 (US TTY for hearing or speech impaired) (Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Eastern Time) Internet: http://www.amana.com What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this Use & Care Guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating microwave. Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent, or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand. Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels DANGER DANGER – Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death. WARNING WARNING – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death. CAUTION CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury. WARNING Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid. 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 A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury to p ersons:

Do not overheat the liquid.

2. Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.

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.

5. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil

into the container. Important Safety Instructions for using the heater features.

6. Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not

inserted in mocrowave/convection oven as they may create a fire of electric shock.

7. Do not clean with metal souring pads. Piece can burn off

the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shork.

Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer's recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.

Do not cover racks or any other part of oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed to reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, or injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy.

2. READ AND FOLLOW the specific “PRECAUTIONS

in accordance with the installation instructions in this manual.

4. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed

containers—for example, closed glass jars—are able to explode and SHOULD NOT be HEATED in this oven.

5. Use this oven ONLY for its intended use as

described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this oven. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

6. As with any appliance, CLOSE SUPERVISION

7. See door cleaning instructions in the Care and

Cleaning section on page 24.

8. Baby food jars shall be open when heated and

contents stirred or shaken before consumption, in order to avoid burns.

9. DO NOT use this oven for commercial purposes. It

is made for household use only.

10. DO NOT heat baby bottles in oven.

11. DO NOT operate this oven if it has a damaged cord

or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

12. This oven, including power cord, must be serviced

ONLY by qualified service personnel. Special tools are required to service oven. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

13. DO NOT cover or block filter or other openings on

14. DO NOT store this oven outdoors. DO NOT

use this product near water – for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or similar locations.

15. DO NOT immerse cord or plug in water.

from HEATED surfaces.

of the oven. CAUTION To avoid risk of fire in the oven cavity: a. DO NOT overcook food. Carefully attend oven when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven. c. If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door CLOSED, turn oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. d. DO NOT use the cavity for storage. DO NOT leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.4 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. B. DO NOT place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces. C. DO NOT operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that oven door close properly and that there is no damage to:

2. hinges and latches (broken or loosened),

3. door seals and sealing surfaces.

D. Oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the following:

Do not deep fat fry in oven. Fat could overheat and be hazardous to handle.

Do not cook or reheat eggs in shell or with an unbroken yolk using microwave energy. Pressure may build up and erupt. Pierce yolk with fork or knife before cooking.

3. Pierce skin of potatoes, tomatoes, and similar foods

before cooking with microwave energy. When skin is pierced, steam escapes evenly.

Do not operate oven without load or food in oven cavity.

5. Use only popcorn in packages designed and labeled

for microwave use. Popping time varies depending on oven wattage. Do not continue to heat after popping has stopped. Popcorn will scorch or burn. Do not leave oven unattended.

Do not use regular cooking thermometers in oven. Most cooking thermometers contain mercury and may cause an electrical arc, malfunction, or damage to oven.

materials that are not intended for cooking.

9. When cooking with paper, plastic, or other com-

bustible materials, follow manufacturer's recom- mendations on product use.

Do not use paper towels which contain nylon or other synthetic fibers. Heated synthetics could melt and cause paper to ignite.

Do not heat sealed containers or plastic bags in oven. Food or liquid could expand quickly and cause container or bag to break. Pierce or open container or bag before cooking.

12. To avoid pacemaker malfunction, consult physician or

pacemaker manufacturer about effects of microwave energy on pacemaker.5

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WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock or death, this oven must be grounded and plug must not be altered. Grounding Instructions Oven MUST be grounded. Grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current if an electrical short occurs. This oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded. See Installation Instructions. Consult a qualified electrician or servicer if grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the oven is properly grounded. Do not use an extension cord. If the product power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician install a three-slot receptacle. This oven should be plugged into a separate 60 hertz circuit with the electrical rating as shown in specifications table. When the oven is on a circuit with other equipment, an increase in cooking times may be required and fuses can be blown. Microwave operates on standard household current, 110-120V. Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement (U.S.A. Only) 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 ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following:

Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or television.

Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.

Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and the receiver are on different branch circuits. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.

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Getting The Best Cooking Results To get the best results from 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.

Size: Small pieces of food cook faster than large ones, pieces similar in size and shape cook more evenly. For even cooking, reduce the power level when cooking large pieces of food.

Natural Moisture: Very moist foods cook more evenly because microwave energy is attracted to water molecules.

Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables from the outside to the center to distribute the heat evenly and speed cooking. Constant stirring is not necessary.

Turn over foods like pork chops, roasts, or whole cauliflower halfway through the cooking time to expose all sides equally to microwave energy.

Place delicate areas of foods, such as asparagus tips, toward the center of the dish.

Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or salmon steaks, with the thicker, meatier parts toward the outside of the dish.

Shield, with small pieces of aluminum foil, parts of food that may cook quickly, such as wing tips and leg ends of poultry.

Let It Stand: After you remove the food from the microwave, cover food with foil or casserole lid and let it stand to finish cooking in the center and avoid overcooking the outer edges. The length of standing time depends on the density and surface area of the food.

Wrapping in waxed paper or paper towel: Sandwiches and many other foods containing prebaked bread should be wrapped prior to microwaving to prevent drying out. IMPORTANT:

• DO NOT store or use the wire rack in this oven unless more than one item is being cooked, or a recipe calls for it.

• Damage to the oven could occur. When cooking with the convection feature, use the wire rack to elevate food so that air can circulate completely around the dish.Window Door Screen Oven Front Plate Display Window Turntable Roller ring Control Panel Wire Rack (See page 6.) Safety door Lock System Door Handle Door Seal

Features Power Supply 120 VAC, 60 Hz Input Power 1,500 W Convection Power 1,600 W (USA) 1450 W (CANADA) Cooking Power 1,000 W (IEC 60705 Standard) Frequency 2,450 MHz Rated Current 13 A Outer Dimensions (WxHxD)

2. Enter the time by using the number

3. Enter desired time by using number

• Maximum amount of time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

• TOUCH START scrolls through display.

4. Touch ENTER/START pad.

• To cancel timer at any time, touch STOP/CLEAR pad. CONTROL SETUP You can change the default values. See following chart for more information. No. Function No. Result

Weight mode selected

English Spanish Example: To change weight mode (from Lbs. to Kg).

• LBS/F TOUCH 1 KG/C TOUCH 2 scrolls through display.

ADD 30 SEC A time-saving pad, this simplified control lets you quickly set and start microwave cooking without the need to touch the ENTER/ START pad. Example: To set for 2 minutes.

1. Touch ADD 30 SEC. pad 4 times. The oven

begins cooking and display shows time counting down

MICROWAVE OVEN This section introduces you to the basics you need to know to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before use. CAUTION

To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not run oven empty.

To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not use stoneware, aluminum foil, metal utensils, or metal trimmed utensils in the oven.9 Operating Instructions CHILD LOCK You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. The Child Lock feature is also useful when cleaning the control panel. Child Lock prevents accidental programming when wiping the control panel. Example: To set the child lock.

more than 3 seconds. ( ) will appear in the display, and oven will beep. Example: To cancel the child lock.

1. Touch and hold ENTER/START

pad more than 3 seconds. ( ) will disappear and you hear one beep. CUSTOM PROGRAM CUSTOM PROGRAM lets you recall one cooking instruction previously placed in memory and begin cooking automatically. Example: To cook for 2 minutes at 70% power.

1. Touch CUSTOM PROGRAM pad.

2. Enter the cook time.

3. Touch POWER LEVEL pad.

4. Enter the power level.

• To enter High(100%) touch " 1 " and " 0 ".

3. When the cook time is over, you will

hear four beeps and END will display. MORE/LESS By using the MORE(9) or LESS(1) pad, all of the pre-programmed cook and time cook features can be adjusted to cook food for a longer or shorter time.

1. Touching MORE(9) pad will add 10

seconds of cooking time each time you touch it.

2. Touching LESS(1) pad will subtract

10 seconds of cooking time each time you touch it. RECALL This feature enables you to repeat the previous cooking cycle without having to reprogram the oven. To use simply touch STOP/CLEAR pad and then RECALL pad.10 Operating Instructions

COOKING AT HIGH POWER LEVEL

Example: To cook food for 8 minutes 30 seconds at 100% power.

Enter the cook time.

2. Touch ENTER/ START pad.

3. When the cook time is over, you

will hear four beeps and END will display.

COOKING AT LOWER POWER LEVEL

HIGH power cooking does not always give you the best results with foods that need slower cooking, such as roasts, baked goods, or custards. Your oven has 9 power settings in addition to HIGH. Example: To cook food for 7 minutes 30 seconds at 70% power.

Enter the cook time.

2. Touch POWER LEVEL pad.

3. Enter the power level.

4. Touch ENTER/ START pad.

5. When the cook time is over, you

will hear four beeps and END will display.

• See Cooking Guide for Power Levels on page 11.

COOKING WITH MORE THAN ONE

COOK CYCLE For best results, some recipes call for one Power Level for a certain length of time, and another Power Level for another length of time. Your oven can be set to change from one to another automatically, for up to three cycles if the first cycle is defrost. Example: To cook food for 3 minutes at 100% power and then 70% power for 7 minutes 30 seconds.

1. Enter the first cook time.

2. Touch POWER LEVEL pad.

3. Enter the power level.

4. Enter the second cook time.

5. Touch POWER LEVEL pad.

6. Enter the power level.

7. Touch ENTER/ START pad.

8. When the cook time is over, you

will hear four beeps and END will display. IMPORTANT:

• DO NOT store or use the wire rack in this oven unless more than one item is being cooked, or a recipe calls for it.

• Damage to the oven could occur.11 Operating Instructions

COOKING GUIDE POWER LEVELS

The 10 power levels allow you to choose the best power level for the food you are cooking. Below are listed all the power levels, examples of foods best cooked at each level, and the amount of microwave power you are using.

Cook fresh fruits and vegetables.

To begin cooking meat, fish and poultry.

Preheat browning dish.

Reheat meat slices quickly.

Saute onions, celery, and green pepper. P-80 80%

Cook scrambled eggs. P-70 70%

Continue cooking poultry.

Cook breads and cereal products.

Cook cheese dishes, veal, seafood.

Cook cakes, muffins, brownies, cupcakes. P-60 60%

Continue cooking meats.

Cook whole turkey and spare ribs. P-40 40%

Cook less tender cuts of meat.

Reheat frozen convenience foods. P-30 30%

Thaw meat, poultry, and seafood.

Cook small quantities of food.

Finish cooking casserole, stew, and some sauces. P-20 20%

Soften butter and cream cheese.

Heat small amounts of food. P-10 10%

Raise yeast dough.12 Operating Instructions

SENSOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

SENSOR COOK allows you to cook most of your favorite foods without selecting cooking times and power levels. The display will indicate the sensing period by scrolling the name of the food. The oven automatically determines required cooking time for each food item. When the internal sensor detects a certain amount of humidity coming from the food, it will tell the oven how much longer to cook. The display will show the remaining cooking time. For best results when cooking by Sensor, follow these recommendations:

1. Food cooked with the sensor system should be at

normal storage temperature.

2. Glass turntable and outside of container should be dry

to assure best cooking results.

3. Most foods should be covered loosely with

Do not open the door or touch the STOP/CLEAR pad during the sensing time. When sensing time is over, the oven will beep twice and the remaining cooking time will appear in the display window. At this time you can open the door to stir, turn, or rearrange the food.

5. If food is not completely cooked to your personal

preference, continue cooking using cooking time and power level. DO NOT reset the original Sensor program. The Sensor system must be cooled 5 minutes before it can be used again. IMPORTANT: When using sensor cook, the oven must cool for 5 minutes between uses or food will not cook properly. SENSOR GUIDES See guides on page 14. Appropriate containers and coverings help assure good Sensor cooking results.

1. Always use microwavable containers and cover them

with lids or vented plastic wrap.

2. Never use tight-sealing plastic covers. They can prevent

steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.

3. Match the amount to the size of the container. Fill

containers at least half full for best results.

4. Be sure the outside of the cooking container and the

inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.

ADDING OR SUBTRACTING

COOK TIME By using the MORE(9) or LESS(1) pad all of the sensor cook and time cook settings can be adjusted to cook food for a longer or shorter time. CAUTION

• DO NOT leave microwave unaffended while popping corn.

• DO NOT use wire rack when popping corn. POPCORN POPCORN lets you pop commercially packaged microwave popcorn. Pop only one package at a time. For best results, use fresh bags of popcorn. Example: To pop popcorn

1. Touch POPCORN pad.

2. When the cook time is over, you

will hear four beeps and END will display.

Recommended amounts: 3.0-3.5 ozs. BAKED POTATO BAKED POTATO lets you bake one to six potatoes without selecting cooking times and power levels. NOTES:

Select 6 to 8 oz. potatoes.

Before baking, pierce potato with fork several times.

Use the More(9) pad if cooking large potatoes.

After baking, let stand for 5 minutes. Example: To cook 2 potatoes.

1. Touch BAKED POTATO pad.

2. When the cook time is over, you

will hear four beeps and END will display.

Recommended amounts: 1-6 potatoes. NOTES:

If potatoes are not completely cooked, continue cooking using cooking time.

DO NOT use the BAKED POTATO pad to complete cooking.13 Operating Instructions PIZZA SLICE Reheating pizza with PIZZA SLICE lets you reheat one to three slices of pizza without selecting cooking times and power levels. Example: To reheat 2 slices of pizza.

1. Touch PIZZA SLICE pad.

2. When the cook time is over, you

will hear four beeps and END will display.

Recommended amounts: 1-3 slices. COOK Using COOK lets you heat common microwave-prepared foods without needing to program cooking times and power levels. COOK has 4 preset food categories: Frozen Dinner, Frozen Breakfast, Beverage, Chicken Breast. Example: To cook Frozen Dinner.

3. When the cook time is over, you

will hear four beeps and END will display. Recommended amounts: Frozen Dinner 8-14 ozs. Frozen Breakfast 4-8 ozs. Beverage 8 ozs. Chicken Breast 8-24 ozs. REHEAT REHEAT lets you heat foods without needing to program cooking times and power levels. REHEAT has 3 preset categories: Dinner plate, Casserole, and Pasta. Example: To reheat Casserole.

3. When the cook time is over, you will

hear four beeps and END will display. Recommended amounts: Dinner plate 1 serving Casserole 1-4 servings Pasta 1-4 servings VEGETABLES VEGETABLES have 2 preset food categories: Fresh Vegetable and Frozen Vegetable. Example: To cook Frozen Vegetables.

3. When the cook time is over, you will

hear four beeps and END will display.

Recommended amounts: 1-4 servings.14 Operating Instructions

Popcorn Use only one microwave-only bag of popcorn at a time. Use caution when removing and opening the hot bag from oven. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again. Do not use wire rack when popping corn.

1 package Baked Potato Prick each potato several times with fork. Place on turntable in spoke-like fashion. Let stand 3-5 minutes. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again. Use MORE(9) pad when cooking large potatoes. 1 to 6 potatoes Pizza Slice Put 1-3 slices of pizza on a microwave-safe plate with wide end of slice toward the outside edge of the plate. Do not let slices overlap. Do not cover. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again. Use MORE(9) pad to increase reheat time for thick crust pizza. 1 to 3 slices VEGETABLES Fresh Vegetables Place fresh vegetables in microwave-safe ceramic, glass or plastic dish and add 2-4 Tbs. water. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap during cooking and stir before standing. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again. 1 to 4 servings Frozen Vegetables Place frozen vegetables in microwave-safe ceramic, glass or plastic dish and add 2-4 Tbs. water. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap during cooking and stir before standing. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again. 1 to 4 servings Frozen Dinner Remove food from outer wrapping and follow box instructions for covering and standing. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again. 8 to 14 oz. Frozen Breakfast Follow package instructions for covering and standing. Use this pad for frozen sandwich, breakfast entree, pancakes, waffles, etc. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again. 4 to 8 oz. Beverage Use measuring cup or mug; do not cover. Place the beverage in the oven. After heating, stir well. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again. 8 oz. Chicken Breast Place chicken breasts on a microwave-safe plate and cover with plastic wrap. Cook to an internal temperature of 170 degrees F. Let stand 5 minutes. Use MORE(9) pad to increase cooking time for larger or thicker chicken breasts. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again. 8 to 24 oz.

Dinner plate Use only pre-cooked, refrigerated foods. Cover plate with vented plastic wrap or waxed paper, tucked under plate. If food is not as hot as you prefer after heating with REHEAT, continue heating using cooking time and power levels. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again. Contents: - 3-4 oz. meat, poultry or fish (up to 6 oz. with bone) - 1/2 cup starch (potatoes, pasta, rice, etc.) - 1/2 cup vegetables (about 3-4 oz.) 1 serving (1 plate) Casserole Cover plate with lid or vented plastic wrap. If food is not as hot as you prefer after heating with SENSOR REHEAT, continue heating using cooking time and power levels. Stir foods once before serving. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again. Contents: - Casserole-refrigerated foods. (Examples: Lasagna or Beef stew.) - Pasta-Canned spaghetti and ravioli. (Refrigerated foods.) 1 to 4 servings Pasta NOTES:

• Desired food temperature varies from person to person.

• Use the More(9)/Less(1) pads to fit your temperature preference.

• Allow food to stand 3 to 5 minutes before serving. COOK NOTES:

• If food is not thoroughly cooked or reheated when using the sensor feature, complete cooking using a power level and cooking time.

• DO NOT continue using the sensor pad.15 Operating Instructions DEFROSTING GUIDE

Follow the instructions below when defrosting different types of food. Food Standard Amount Procedure Roast Beef, Pork 2.5-6.0 lbs. Start with the food placed fat side down. After each stage, turn the food over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil. Let stand, covered for 15 to 30 minutes. Steaks, Chops, Fish 0.5-3.0 lbs. After each stage, rearrange the food. If there are any warm or thawed portions of 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 Meat 0.5-3.0 lbs. After each stage, remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted. Let stand, covered with foil, for 5-10 minutes. Whole Chicken 2.5-6.0 lbs. Remove giblets before freezing poultry. 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 Pieces 0.5-3.0 lbs. After each stage, rearrange or remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted. Let stand for 10-20 minutes. DEFROST TIPS

When using AUTO DEFROST, the weight to be entered is the net weight in pounds and tenths of pounds (the weight of the food minus the container).

Use AUTO DEFROST only for raw food. AUTO DEFROST gives best results when food to be thawed is a minimum of 0°F (taken directly from a true freezer). If food has been stored in a refrigerator-freezer that does not maintain a temperature of 5°F or below, always program a lower food weight (for a shorter defrosting time) to prevent cooking the food.

If the food is stored outside the freezer for up to 20 minutes, enter a lower food weight.

The shape of the package alters the defrosting time. Shallow rectangular packets defrost more quickly than a deep block.

Separate pieces as they begin to defrost. Separated pieces defrost more easily.

Shield areas of food with small pieces of foil if they start to become warm.

You can use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield foods like chicken wings, leg tips, and fish tails, but the foil must not touch the side of the oven. Foil causes arcing, which can damage the oven lining.

Let foods stand, covered, for 15 to 30 minutes. Let roasts and whole poultry stand 30 to 60 minutes. AUTO DEFROST Defrost choices are preset in the oven. The defrost feature provides you with the best defrosting method for frozen foods, because the oven automatically sets the defrosting times according to the weight you enter. For added convenience, the AUTO DEFROST beeps to remind you to check or turn over the food during the defrost cycle. After touching the AUTO DEFROST pad once, enter the food weight. Available weight ranges are 0.1 to 6.0 lbs. Example : To defrost 1.2 lbs of meat.

1. Touch AUTO DEFROST pad.

2. Enter the weight.

3. Touch ENTER/START pad.

4. The oven calculates the defrosting

time and starts automatically. Twice during defrosting, the oven will beep and the display will scroll TURN THE FOOD OVER.

5. Open the oven door, and turn the food

6. After closing the door, touch the

ENTER/START pad to resume defrosting. NOTE:

After you touch ENTER/ START pad, the display counts down the defrost time. The oven will beep twice during the Defrost cycle. At this time, open the door and turn the food or separate pieces as needed. Remove any portions that have thawed then return frozen portions to the oven and touch ENTER/START pad to resume the defrost cycle.16 Operating Instructions

Some recipes may call for preheating the oven before you cook. To preheat the oven:

5. When the oven reaches the desired

temperature, it will beep and display shows PLACE FOOD ON RACK

6. Open door, place food on wire rack,

scrolls through display.

7. Enter desired cooking time using

number pads. TOUCH START scrolls through display.

8. Touch ENTER/START pad.

9. At the end of cooking time, you will

hear 4 beeps and END will display. CONVECTION COOKING The convection mode uses dry heat to cook and brown foods. A highspeed fan circulates hot air inside the oven to heat food quickly and evenly. Convection cooking is ideal for foods that require browning or crisping coupled with a short cooking time. When cooking with the convection feature, use the wire rack to elevate food so that air can circulate completely around the dish. To cook with the convection oven,

• Place wire rack in oven.

• See Convection Baking Guide on page 18. CONVECTION COOKING TIPS.

• Follow package directions for setting the cooking tem- perature.

• If using dark baking pans, you may prefer to set the oven temperature 25°F lower than the temperature recom- mended on package directions

• Set cooking time for the minimum cooking time on the package.

• Check food a few minutes BEFORE the minimum cook- ing time, especially if dark cookwave is being used. Foods may cook faster using the convection feature. Continued next page.17 Operating Instructions Convection cook with Preheat Example : To cook food for 45 minutes at 325°F

When the oven reaches the desired temperature, it will beep and display show PLACE FOOD ON RACK. You will hear a fan cycle on and off.

4. Open door, place food on wire

rack, and close door

scrolls through display.

5. Enter cooking time.

6. Touch ENTER/START pad.

7. At the end of cooking time, you will

hear 4 beeps and END will display. Convection cook without Preheat Example : To cook food for 11 minutes at 400°F

4. Enter the cooking time.

5. Touch ENTER/START pad.

Continued next page.18 Operating Instructions

CONVECTION BAKING GUIDE

• Always use the wire rack for convection baking. Remove wire rack from the oven when microwaving.

• Preheat oven for all convection baking.

• Use a round metal pizza pan as a “Cookie Sheet”. Food Cook Time Procedure Breads Yeast Pan : Glass or metal loaf pan Temperature : 350°F Time : 40-50 min. Shield top of loaf with foil if crust becomes too dark during baking. Cool 10 minutes before slicing. Quick Pan : Glass or metal loaf pan Temperature : 350°F Time : 45-55 min. Cool on rack 15 minutes before removing from pan. Biscuits Pan : 9" round or metal pizza pan Temperature : 375°F Time : 11-15 min. Grease pan. Remove from pan immediately when cooked. Cake Angel Food Pan : Metal tube pan Temperature : 350°F Time : 42-47 min. Do not grease pan. Hang upside down (on narrow necked bottle) for 1 ½ hours to cool before removing from pan. Bundt Pan : 12 cup Bundt pan Temperature : 350°F Time : 42-47 min. Grease pan. Remove from pan after 10-15 minutes standing time. Layer Pan : 8"-9" round or square Temperature : 350°F Time : 32-37 min. Grease pan. Cake is done when toothpick comes out clean. Cookies Drop Pan : Round pizza pan. Temperature : 350°F Time : 15-20 min. Drop dough onto ungreased pan. Remove from oven when centers of cookies are still soft. Let stand on pan 1 minute before removing to cooling rack. Bar Pan : 8" or 9" round or square pan Temperature : 350°F Time : 25-30 min. Grease pan. Remove from oven when toothpick placed between edge and center comes out clean. Cupcakes/Muffins Pan : Six portion cupcake pan Temperature : 350°F Time : 15-20 min. Grease cups or use paper liners. DO NOT use foil liners. Done when toothpick comes out clean. Pies Pan : Metal or glass pie dish. Temperature : 350°F Time : 45-55 min. Remove from oven when filling is set and crust has browned. Rolls Pan : 8"-9" round pan or 12" pizza pan. Temperature : 375°F Time : 15-19 min. Remove from pan immediately.19 COMBINATION COOKING The combination cooking feature allows you to cycle automatically between microwave and convection cooking for food that is moist as well as crisp and brown. This type of cooking is ideal for large foods that require a long cooking time when prepared in a conventional oven (such as dense cakes, large roasts, and large whole chicken). When combination cooking, use the wire rack to allow air to circulate completely around the dish. Example:

COOKING TIME scrolls through display.

2. Enter the cooking time.

• When roasting meats and poultry, place meat directly on the wire rack, which has been placed on the glass turntable and sprayed with vegetable cooking spray.

• When using Combination cooking, multiply the weight of the meat by the minutes per pound, listed in the table below to figure your cooking time. After half the cooking time, turn the meat over, remove any accumulated drippings, return to the oven, and touch ENTER/START pad.

• Temperatures given below are removal temperatures. The meat continues to cook after removal from the oven and the temperatures will rise. Let food stand 5 to 15 minutes after cooking. ROAST MODE Food Cook Time Procedure Beef Roasts Roasting time : 14-16 min./lb. for 145°F-Rare 16-18 min./lb. for 160°F-Medium 18-20 min./lb. for 170°F-Well done Place the food directly on the wire rack which has been sprayed with vegetable cooking spray. Turn roasts over halfway through cooking. Poultry Whole chicken Roasting time : 12-17 min./lb. for 170°F-white meat and 185°F-dark meat Pork Boneless roast Roasting time : 25-28 min./lb. for 160°F-Medium Smoked ham Roasting time : 15-20 min./lb. for 130°F Casserole Roasting time : 35-40 min./ 2 QTS, for 165°F Place dish on the wire rack. Stir casserole at half time. Operating Instructions20 Operating Instructions AUTOMATIC COOKING Cooking your favorite food is easy when using AUTO BAKE and AUTO ROAST. You simply select the type of food you want to cook and serving size, then the cooking time is automatically set.

• See Auto Cook Guide on page 21. NOTE: Use the wire rack for AUTO BAKE and AUTO ROAST. AUTO BAKE To automatically bake cake, cookies and cupcakes using convection only, and frozen pizza or frozen french fries using both microwave and convection energy alternately;

2. Touch appropriate number pad to

-The display shows the type of food and cooking time you have selected as it cooks. -If you want to adjust the cooking time, use the MORE(9) or LESS(1) pad.

• Oven preheats for two types of food. - Auto Bake1 : Layer Cake/Bundt Cake. - Auto Bake 3 : Cookies/ Cupcakes. Place these foods in the oven after it has preheated. Allow 8 to 10 minutes for oven to preheat to 350°F. AUTO ROAST To automatically roast meat, roast chicken, casserole, meatloaf using both microwave and convection energy alternately;

2. Touch appropriate number pad to

select type food. -Refer to the Auto Cook Guide on page 21.

• Enter weight for roast meat and roast chicken.

3. Touch ENTER/START pad.

-The display shows the type of food and cooking time you have selected as it cooks. -If you want to adjust the cooking time, use the MORE(9) or LESS(1) pad.21 Operating Instructions

• If foods are more underdone or overdone than desired, use the MORE(9) or LESS(1) pad.

• Use a round metal pizza pan as a “Cookie Sheet”.

• An 8"- 9" pie plate may be placed on the glass tray directly under the wire rack to catch any drippings.

Cake (one 8" or 9" layer cake)* USE Touch Auto Bake once, touch 1, touch 1 again, touch Enter/Start. Place food on wire rack in oven once the oven is preheated. Touch Enter/Start

Bundt (1 bundt cake)* Touch Auto Bake once, touch 1, touch 2, touch Enter/Start. Place food on wire rack in oven once the oven is preheated. Touch Enter/Start

Cookies (12 cookies)* USE Drop cookie dough evenly around and in center of pizza pan. Touch Auto Bake once, touch 3, touch Enter/Start. Place food on wire rack in oven once the oven

preheated. Touch Enter/Start. Cupcakes (6 cupcakes)* Divide batter evenly between 6 cup metal muffin pan. Touch Auto Bake once, touch 3, touch Enter/Start. Place food on wire rack in oven once the oven

preheated. Touch Enter/Start. 4 Frozen French Fries USE Place frozen french fries on the pizza pan then place pan on the rack. Touch Auto Bake once, touch 4, touch Enter/Start Auto Roast (** Enter weight) 1 Roast Meat (2-4 LBS.)** USE Spray rack with vegetable oil spray. Place meat on rack, fat side up. Touch Auto Roast once, touch 1, enter number for weight (ex: "3" and "0" for 3 pounds), touch Enter/Start. Turn meat over halfway through cooking. 2 Roast Chicken (2-4 LBS.)** USE Spray rack with vegetable oil spray. Place chicken on rack, breast side down. Touch Auto Roast once, touch 2, enter number for weight, touch Enter/Start. Turn chicken over halfway through cooking. 3 Casserole (1-2 QTS.) USE Place dish on rack. Touch Auto Roast once, touch 3, touch Enter/ Start. If casserole is very dense, use MORE(9) pad. Stir casserole halfway through cooking. 4 Meatloaf (1-2 LBS.) USE Pat meatloaf mixture into oval shape in pie plate. Place on rack, touch Auto Roast once, touch 4, touch Enter/Start.22 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.

Expect a 10°F rise in temperature during the standing time. Food Cook time Power level Directions Roast Beef Boneless (Up to 4 lbs.) 12-16 min./lb. for 145° F (Rare) High(100) for first 5 minutes, then medium(50) Place roast fat-side down on roasting rack. Cover with wax paper. Turn over half way through cooking. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes. 13-17 min./lb. for 160° F (Medium) 15-20 min./lb. for 170° F (Well Done) Pork Boneless or Bone-in (Up to 4 lbs.) 21-25 min./lb. for 170° F (Well Done) High(100) for first 5 minutes, then medium(50) Place roast fat-side down on roasting rack. Cover with wax paper. Turn over half way through cooking. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes. Food Remove from oven After standing (10 to 15 min.) Beef Rare 135°F 145°F Medium 150°F 160°F Well Done 160°F 170°F Pork Medium 150°F 160°F Well Done 160°F 170°F Poultry Dark meat 170°F 180°F Light meat 160°F 170°F Guide for Cooking Poultry in Your Microwave

Place poultry on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish.

Cover poultry with wax paper to prevent spattering.

Use aluminum foil to shield bone tips, thin meat areas, or areas that start to overcook.

Check the temperature in several places before letting the poultry stand the recommended time. Food Cook Time/Power Level Directions Whole Chicken Up to 4 lbs. Cooking Time: 9-12 min. / lb. 180°F dark meat 170°F light meat Power Level: Medium High(70). Place chicken breast-side down on roasting rack. Cover with wax paper. Turn over half way through cooking. Cook until juices run clear and meat near the bone is no longer pink. Let stand 5-10 minutes. Chicken Pieces Up to 2 lbs. Cooking Time: 9-12 min. / lb. 180°F dark meat 170°F light meat Power Level: Medium High(70). Place chicken bone-side down on dish, with the thickest portions toward the outside of the dish. Cover with wax paper. Turn over half way through cooking. Cook until juices run clear and meat near the bone is no longer pink. Let stand 5-10 minutes.23 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. Food Cook Time/Power Level Directions Steaks Up to 1.5 lbs. Cooking Time: 10-14 min. / lb. Power Level: Medium-High(70). Arrange steaks on roasting rack with meaty portions toward the outside of rack. Cover with wax paper. Turn over and rearrange when cooking time is half up. Cook until fish flakes easily with a fork. Let stand 3-5 minutes. Fillets Up to 1.5 lbs. Cooking Time: 7-11 min. / lb Power Level:Medium-High(70). Arrange fillets in a baking dish, turning any thin pieces under. Cover with wax paper. If over ½ inch thick, turn over and rearrange when cooking time is half up. Cook until fish flakes easily with a fork. Let stand 2-3 minutes. Shrimp Up to 1.5 lbs. Cooking Time: 7-9½ min. / lb. Power Level: Medium-High(70). Arrange shrimp in a baking dish without overlapping or layering. Cover with wax paper. Cook until firm and opaque, stirring 2 or 3 times. Let stand 5 minutes. 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 ¼ 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 has passed.

Always place vegetables like asparagus and broccoli with the stem ends pointing toward 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 the oven.) A baked potato can stand on the counter for five minutes, while a dish of peas can be served immediately.24

For best performance and safety, keep the oven clean inside and out-side. Take special care to keep the inner door panel and the oven front frame free of food or grease build-up. Never use rough powder or pads. Wipe the microwave oven inside and out, including the hood bottom cover, with a soft cloth and a warm (not hot) mild detergent solution. Then rinse and wipe dry. Use a chrome cleaner and polish on chrome, metal and aluminum surfaces. Wipe spatters immediately with a wet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken or bacon. Clean your oven weekly or more often, if needed.

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 operate 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. Care and CleaningCooking Utensils

• Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes — Use for heating or cooking.

• Microwave Browning dish — Use to brown the exterior of small items such as steaks, chops, or pancakes. Follow the directions provided with your Browning dish.

• Microwavable plastic wrap — Use to retain steam. Leave a small opening for some steam to escape and avoid placing it directly on the food.

• 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 not use recycled paper towels, which may contain metal and can catch fire.

• Paper plates and cups — Use for short-term heating at low temperatures. Do not use recycled paper, which may contain metal and can catch fire.

• Thermometers — Use only those labeled “Microwave Safe.” and follow all directions. Check the food in several places. Conventional thermometers may be used once the food has been removed from the oven. Limited Use

• Aluminum foil — Use narrow strips of foil to prevent overcooking of exposed areas. Keep the foil no more than 1-2 inches long and 1 inch wide. 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 sure they can be used safely. Never use dishes with metallic trim.

• Plastic — Use only if labeled “Microwave Safe.” Other plastics can melt.

• Straw, wicker, and wood — Use only for short-term heating, as they can be flammable. Not Recommended

• Glass jars and bottles — Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave, and can shatter.

• Paper bags — These are a fire hazard, except for popcorn bags that are designed for microwave use.

• Styrofoam plates and cups — These can melt and leave an unhealthy residue on food.

• Plastic storage and food containers — Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in the microwave.

• Metal utensils — These can damage your oven. Remove all metal before cooking. Testing Utensils If you are not sure whether a dish is microwave-safe or not, you can perform this test: 1 . Fill a glass measuring cup with water and put it inside your oven, next to the dish you want to test. 2 . Touch the Add 30sec. button once to heat them for 30 seconds at High power. The water should be warm and the dish you are testing should be cool. If the dish is warm, then it is absorbing microwave energy and is not acceptable for use in the microwave.26 Troubleshooting 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.

Remove the plug from the outlet, wait ten seconds, then plug it in again.

Plug another appliance into the outlet; if the other appliance doesn’t work, have a qualified electrician repair the outlet.

Plug the oven into a different outlet. The oven’s display works, but the power won’t come on.

Make sure the door is closed securely.

Check to see if packing material or other material is stuck to the door seal.

Touch STOP/CLEAR pad twice and re-enter all cooking instructions. The power goes off before the set time has elapsed.

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: PLEASE TOUCH CLOCK AND SET TIME OF DAY

If you have a problem you cannot solve, please call our service line: 1-800-688-9900 U.S.A.

1-800-688-2002 CANADA

Reset the clock and any cooking instructions.

R eset the circuit breaker or replace any blown fuse. The food is cooking too slowly.

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.

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.

Clean the turntable, roller ring and oven floor.

Make sure the turntable and roller ring are positioned correctly. Using your microwave causes TV or radio interference.

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. Note: If the oven is set to cook for more than 25 minutes, it will automatically adjust itself to 70 percent power after 25 minutes to avoid overcooking.27 Note28 Warranty and Service Warranty Limited One Year Warranty - Parts and Labor For one (1) Year from the original retail purchase date, any part that fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge. Canadian Residents The above warranties only cover an appliance installed in Canada that has been certified or listed by appropriate test agencies for a compliance to a National Standard of Canada unless the appliance was brought into Canada due to transfer of residence from the United States to Canada. The specific warranties expressed above are the ONLY warranties provided by the manufacturer. These warranties give you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

HEREIN. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING

INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,

OR FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR

LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS

WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL

RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE. What is Not Covered By These Warranties

1. Conditions and damages resulting from any of the following:

a. Improper installation, delivery, or maintenance. b. Any repair, modification, alteration, or adjustment not authorized by the manufacturer or an authorized servicer. c. Misuse, abuse, accidents, unreasonable use, or acts of God. d. Incorrect electric current, voltage, electrical and/or gas supply. e. Improper setting of any control.

2. Warranties are void if the original serial numbers have been

removed, altered or cannot be readily determined.

3. Light bulbs, water filters and air filters.

4. Products purchased for commercial or industrial use.

5. The cost of service or service call to:

a. Correct installation errors. For products requiring ventilation, rigid metal ducting must be used. b. Instruct the user on the proper use of the product. c. Transport the appliance to and from the servicer.

6. Any food loss due to refrigerator or freezer product failures.

7. Expenses for travel and transportation for product service in

8. Outside of the United States and Canada this warranty does

not apply. Contact your dealer to determine if another warranty applies.

9. Consequential or incidental damages sustained by any person

as a result of any breach of these warranties. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so the above exclusion may not apply. If You Need Service First see the Troubleshooting section in your Use and Care Guide or call the dealer from whom your appliance was purchased or call Maytag Services, LLC, Customer Assistance at 1-800-688-9900 USA and 1-800-688-2002 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 warranty service.

• If the dealer or service company cannot resolve the problem, write to Maytag Services LLC, Attn: CAIR

• User’s guides, service manuals and parts information are available from Maytag Services LLC, Customer Assistance. Notes: When contacting about a service problem, please include 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).Four à micro-ondes Manuel d’entretien et d’utilisation Modèle AMC6158BAB/W/S

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