Part No. : 8112P250-60 Form No. : A/01/04 Code No.
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AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 3 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Safety Important Safety Instructions, continued • Do not defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked bottles. The containers can break. • Dishes and containers can become hot. Handle with care. • Carefully remove container coverings, directing steam away from hands and face. • Remove lids from baby food before reheating. After heating baby food, stir well and test temperature by tasting before serving.
AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 4 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Safety WARNING 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. Do not cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord under any circumstances.
AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 5 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Your New Microwave oven Checking Parts Table of Contents Unpack your microwave oven and check to make sure that you have all the parts shown here. If any part is missing or broken, call your dealer. Safety ...........................................................................................2 Your New Microwave oven .........................................................5 Checking Parts ......................................................
Your New Microwave oven Setting Up Your Microwave Oven 1 Control Panel Buttons AMC4080AAB/W/Q Place the oven on a flat, sturdy surface and plug the cord into a grounded outlet. Once plugged in, the display on your oven will show: Make sure there is adequate ventilation for your oven by leaving at least four inches of space behind, above, and to the side of the oven. 2 3 4 5 Open the oven door by pressing the button below the control panel. Wipe the inside of the oven with a damp cloth.
AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 7 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Your New Microwave oven Control Panel Buttons AMC4080AAS 1. One Minute+ p.9 Press once for every minute of cooking at High power. 2. Instant Cook Buttons p.8 Instant settings to cook popular foods. 3. Number buttons Sets cooking times. 4. Power Level p.10 Sets power to level other than high. 5. Auto Defrost 1 6. Clock 7. Pause/Cancel Press to pause oven or correct a mistake. 8. Start Press to start cooking. 3 6 5 7 p.
AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 8 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Operation Setting the Clock Using the Instant Cook Buttons 1 Press the Clock button. The display will show: 1 Use the Number buttons to enter the current time. You must press at least three numbers to set the clock. If the current time is 5:00 enter, 5,0,0 2 2 3 Press the Instant Cook button corresponding to the food you are cooking (Popcorn, for example).
AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 9 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Operation Instant Cook Chart Item Weight Popcorn 3.5 oz 3.0-3.5 oz • • • Fresh Vegetable 1 cup 2 cups 3 cups 4 cups • Frozen Dinner 8-10 oz 10-12 oz • Potato 1 EA 2 EA 3 EA 4 EA • • • • • Beverage The cooking time of 3.0 oz. microwave-popcorn depends on the content of butter and brands.
Operation Setting Cooking Times & Power Levels Your microwave allows you to set up to two different stages of cooking, each with its own time length and power level.
AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 11 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Cooking Instructions Not Recommended Cooking Utensils • Recommended Use • • • • • • • • 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.
AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 12 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Cooking Instructions Adding Moisture Cooking Techniques Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules. Food that is uneven in moisture content should be covered or allowed to stand so that the heat disperses evenly. Add a small amount of water to dry food to help it cook. Stirring Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly.
AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 13 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Cooking Instructions Cooking Guide GUIDE for Cooking Meat in Your Microwave • • • • GUIDE for Cooking Poultry 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.
AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 14 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Cooking Instructions Guide for Cooking Seafood in Your Microwave Guide for Cooking Eggs 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.
AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 15 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Cooking Instructions Auto Defrosting Guide • Notes Check foods when the oven signals. After the final stage, small sections may still be icy; let them stand to continue thawing. Do not defrost until all ice crystals have thawed. Shielding roasts and steaks with small pieces of foil prevents the edges from cooking before the center of the food has defrosted.
AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 16 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Cooking Instructions Recipes Beef and Barley Stew Broccoli and Cheese Casserole 1½ lbs. beef stew cubes, cut into ½-inch pieces ½ cup chopped onion 2 Tbs. all-purpose flour 1 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce 1 can (13.75-14.5 oz.) beef broth 2 medium carrots, cut into ½-inch slices (about 1 cup) ½ cup barley 1 bay leaf ¼ tsp. pepper 1 pkg. (9-10 oz.) frozen peas, thawed ¼ cup butter or margarine ¼ cup chopped onion 1½ Tbs. flour ½ tsp. salt ¼ tsp.
AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 17 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Cooking Instructions Warm Potato Salad Black Bean Soup 2 lbs. small red potatoes, cut into ½-inch pieces 4 slices bacon (uncooked), cut into ½-inch pieces ¼ cup chopped onion 2 tsp. sugar 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. flour ½ tsp. celery seed 1 /8 tsp. pepper 2½ Tbs. apple cider vinegar 1 cup chopped onion 1 clove garlic, minced 2 cans (15 oz. each) black beans, drained 1 can (14-16 oz.) stewed tomatoes, chopped 1 can (13.75-14.5 oz.
AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 18 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Appendix Troubleshooting Guide Note : Before you call a repair person for your oven, check this list of possible problems and solutions. If the oven is set more than 25 minutes at 80, 90 or 100 percent power level, after the first 25 minutes the power level will automatically adjust itself to 70 percent power to avoid overcooking. Neither the oven’s display nor the oven operate. • • • • • • Properly insert the plug into a grounded outlet.
AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 19 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Appendix Specifications Model Number AMC4080AAB/W/Q Oven Cavity 0.8 cu.ft Controls 10 power levels, including defrost Timer 99 minutes, 99 seconds Power Source 120 VAC, 60 Hz Power Output 800 Watts Outside Dimensions 19 1/4”(W) X 10 13/16”(H) X 13 27/32”(D) Oven Cavity Dimensions 13”(W) X 7 29/32”(H) X 13”(D) Net/Gross Weight 26.5/28.5 lbs Model Number AMC4080AAS Oven Cavity 0.8 cu.
Warranty Limited One Year Warranty - Parts and Labor If you need service For one (1) year from the original retail purchase date, any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge when carried into an authorized servicer.
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AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 22 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM Quick Reference Feature Operation Set Clock 1. Press CLOCK. 2. Use the Number buttons to enter the current time. 3. Press CLOCK again. One Minute+ Cooking 1. Press the ONE MINUTE + button once for each minute of cooking. 2. The time will display and the oven will start. Instant Cook Buttons 1. Press button that corresponds to the food you are cooking (for example, POPCORN). 2. Press the button repeatedly to select serving size.
