Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product CW76T Amana
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Keep these instructions for future reference. If microwave oven changes ownership, be sure this manual accompanies microwave oven. Microwave Oven Owner's Manual CE76T CW76T.
2 Contents Model Identification Model Identification Microwave Power ................................................... 2 Asure Extended Service Plan .............................. 2 Important Safety Instructions Warnings ........................
3 IMPOR TA NT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Recognize this symbol as a SAFETY message Warning WHEN USING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, ELECTRICAL.
4 IMPOR TA NT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS c. DO NOT operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important the oven door close properly and there is no damage to the: (1) door (bent), (2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened), (3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
5 WARNING IMPROPER USE OF THE GROUNDING PLUG CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR DE A TH. This oven MUST be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
6 Features Display • Shows time of day when not cooking. • Displays remaining time when cooking by time or using timer. +ONE MINUTE • Use +ONE MINUTE pad to add one minute of cooking time on high power. • Convenient one press programming. INSTANT COOK • Use POPCORN , FRESH VEGETABLE, or FROZEN DINNER pad to cook commonly microwaved items.
7 Usage Multiple Stage Cooking This microwave oven can be programmed to cook up to 3 cooking cycles (stages) in a row. 1. Set time and power level according to Timed Cooking section through step 3. • Do not press ST AR T pad. 2. Set time and power level according to Timed Cooking section for second stage.
8 AUTO ACCU-TH AW Pad Use AUTO ACCU-THAW pad to thaw frozen food according to weight of food. After food weight is entered, oven automatically sets time, power level, and standing time. Oven accepts weight in (.5) ½ pound up to 6 pounds. For best defrosting results, do not defrost items that exceed maximum defrosting weight.
9 AUTO REHE A T Pad Use AUTO REHEAT pad to cook or warm food items according to food type and servings. After food type and servings are entered, oven automatically sets time and power level. 1. Place food in oven and close door. 2. Press AUTO REHEAT pad.
10 Child Lock When child lock is active, touch pads are disabled and microwave activity cannot take place. 1. Press CLOCK/DELAY START pad. • “0” shows in display. 2. Press 1 pad. 3. Press START pad. • “L” shows behind “0” in display. Child lock is on.
11 Microwave Utensil Guide Item Use Comments Aluminum foil F o r s h i e l d i ng S m a l l a m oun t s o r f o il p r e v en t o v e r c oo k i ng o f t h i n a r ea s , edge s and c o r ne r s . A r c i ng m a y o cc u r i f t oo m u c h f o il i s u s ed o r i f i t i s l e ss t han 1 i n c h f r o m o v en w a ll s .
12 Cooking Guide Meat • Always use microwave-safe ceramic, glass, or plastic utensils. • Place meat on microwave-safe roasting rack in microwave-safe cooking dish. • Start meat fat side down. Shield any bone tips, thin meat areas, or portions that start to overcook with 3 inch wide strips of foil.
13 Poultry • Always use microwave-safe ceramic, glass, or plastic utensils. • Place poultry on microwave-safe roasting rack in microwave-safe cooking dish. • Cover poultry with wax paper to prevent spattering. • Shield bone tips, thin areas or portions that start to overcook with 3 inch wide strips or foil.
14 Item Total Cooking Time (Min/Lb) Power Level Method Fish whole up to 3 lbs. steaks up to 3 lbs. fillets up to 3 lbs. Scallops up to 3 lbs. Shrimp up to 3 lbs. 7 to 9 8 to 12 3 to 7 3 to 7 3 to 5 MEDIUM (5) MEDIUM (5) HIGH (10) HIGH (10) HIGH (10) Place fish on roasting rack.
15 Vegetables Item Total Cooking Time (Min/Lb.) Acorn Squash, 1 to 1 1/2 lbs. each 1 2 Asparagus, fresh, 1 lb. Beans, green, fresh, 1 lb. Beets, fresh, 1 lb. Broccoli Spears, fresh, 1 to 1 1/2 lbs. Brussels Sprouts, fresh 1 lb Cabbage, chopped, 1 1/2 lbs.
16 Item Total Cooking Time (Min./Lb.) Power Level HIGH (10) HIGH (10) HIGH (10) HIGH (10) HIGH (10) HIGH (10) HIGH (10) HIGH (10) HIGH (10) In 1-quart casserole, combine mushrooms and 3 tablespoons butter. Cover. Microwave until tender, stirring once.
17 Defrosting Guide Meats • Use power level 3 for defrosting. See Cookmatic Level Pad section for power level description. • For best results, defrost meat completely before cooking. To determine whether a meat item is completely defrosted, insert a sharp knife in meat to check for ice crystals.
18 Poultry • Place frozen poultry on a plastic rack in a utility dish or on a plastic meat tray. Cover with heavy-duty plastic wrap. Remove all metal pieces, if possible. • Turn poultry over halfway through both defrosting times. • Soak large poultry items in warm water if necessary, to finish defrosting.
19 General Cleaning Clean door and other surfaces with a clean cloth, sponge, or nylon pad, and mild detergent diluted in warm water. • Do not use knife, metal utensil, or abrasive cleaning pad to remove baked on material. • Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners, or cleaners containing ammonia.
1996 Amana Refrigeration, Inc. Amana, Iowa 52204 Part No. C8940845 Printed in U.S.A. ®.
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