Amana ACM1580A - Manual

6 Display and Features 12-hour clock and timer Oven is equipped with a 12-hour clock and a timer that can be setup to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Clock does not display AM,PM or military time. To set clock: 1. Touch CANCEL/STOP pad. 2. Touch CLOCK pad.• ENTER TIME OF DAY ENTER TIME OF DAY ENTER TIME ...

7 Display and Features (cont’d) REMINDER The reminder feature may be used as an alarm clock without starting the oven.The reminder time can be set to activate up to 12 hours after current time of day. To program a reminder: 1. Press CANCEL/STOP pad. 2. Press REMINDER pad.• ENTER REMIND TIME ENTER RE...

8 Cooking Methods Microwave Cooking Microwave cooking uses high frequency energy waves to heat the food.When cooking, microwave energy causes food molecules to move rapidly.This rapid movement between the food molecules creates heat, which cooksthe food. Microwaves cook moist food and foods of varyi...

9 Cookware Suggestions What Should You Consider in Cookware? Cooking method used determines the cookware that can be used. To simplify choices, usecookware that is approved for all three cooking methods: microwave, convection andcombination. Select Avoid Heat resistant glass Non-heat resistant glass...

10 Microwave Cooking What is stage cooking? Stage cooking enablesdifferent cooking cycles, or stages, to be used consecutivelywithout repeated input from the user.Stage cooking can be set to defrostfood initially, then cook it, and thenkeep the food warm until serving time. Example of Stage Cooking ...

11 Microwave Cooking (cont’d) Auto Defrost Four different preset defrost settings are available depending on foodbeing defrosted. For added convenience, a built-in tone reminds you tocheck, turn over, separate or rearrange food during the defrost cycle. 1. Press CANCEL/STOP 2. Press DEFROST AUTO/TIM...

12 Microwave Cooking (cont’d) Sensor Touch Popcorn A sensor detects steam from the food and automatically adjusts cooktime for best cooking results. Commercially packagedpopcorn in 1.75 to 3.5 ounce bags can be used. 1. Put popcorn on a plate in the center of theturntable.• DO NOT use the metal conv...

13 Microwave Cooking (cont’d) Sensor Cook A sensor detects steam from the food and automatically adjusts cooktime for best cooking results for most foods. 1. Press CANCEL/STOP. 2. Press SENSOR COOK.• SELECT MENU 0 - 9 SELECT MENU 0 - 9 SELECT MENU 0 - 9 SELECT MENU 0 - 9 SELECT MENU 0 - 9 scrolls th...

14 Convection Cooking CAUTION ! To avoid risk of burns, handle utensils, racks, and door with care. Allow oven, utensils, and racksto cool before cleaning. Oven, utensils, and racks, become hot during operation. To operate the oven for convection cooking only, you can use only manualtime entry. The ...

15 CAUTION ! To avoid risk of burns, handle utensils, racks, and door with care. Allow oven, utensils, and racksto cool before cleaning. Oven, utensils, and racks, become hot during operation. Combination Cooking (microwave and convection) The following instructions are for combination cooking only....

16 Combination Cooking (cont’d) CAUTION ! To avoid risk of burns, handle utensils, racks, and door with care. Allow oven, utensils, and racksto cool before cleaning. Oven, utensils, and racks, become hot during operation. The following instructions are for combination cooking only.For convection coo...

17 Clean oven frequently to maximize oven life, performance, and efficiency. A dirty oven cooks inefficientlybecause moisture, spills, and grease absorb convection and microwave energy. Care and Cleaning Oven Turntable The turntable and rotating ring areremovable. They should be hand-washed in warm ...

18 Cooking Meat Basics While cooking has always been a talent, it is now becoming a science, also. Amana provides this information as aguide to aid in preparation. For specific questions regarding meat preparation, handling, or storage contactUSDA (United States Department of Agriculture) Meat &...

19 Cooking (cont’d) Roasting Guidelines Tender cuts such as rib and loin cuts are best cooked by dry heat methods,such as roasting. To roast: 1. Heat oven to desired temperature. 2. Place roast directly from refrigerator fat side up in a shallow, non-metal pan. 3. Place roast in combination oven. 4....

20 BAKEWARE GUIDELINES Dark or dullpans Absorb more heatand result in darkerbrowning.Recommended forpies and breads. Shiny pans(no sides) Recommended forcookies. Shiny pans(sides) Recommended forcakes Glass pans Lower recommendedoven temperature by25°F. Baking Guidelines Remember when baking with a ...

21 Cooking (cont’d) Common Baking Problems Adjusting to a new oven can be hard, especially making a change to a convection oven. If you begin to noticeconsistent problems refer to the chart below for possible solutions. If baking results are still poor, contactAmana Consumer Affairs at (800) 843-030...

22 Troubleshooting WARNING ! To avoid risk of electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, do not remove outer case atany time. Only authorized servicer should remove outer case. Topic Possible Cause Solution OPERATION Appliance not working Power outage Make sure appliance is pl...

2001 Amana Appliances Amana, Iowa 52204 Part No.12401537Printed in U.S.A. 07/01 Amana Warranty Limited Warranty First Year Amana Appliances will repair or replace, including related labor, any part (f.o.b. Amana Iowa) which provesdefective as to workmanship or materials when carried into an authori...