Page 2 - Safety; (a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open; MPORTANT; WARNING
2 S AVE T HESE I NSTRUCTIONS Safety P RECAUTIONS TO A VOID P OSSIBLE E XPOSURE TO E XCESSIVE M ICROWAVE E NERGY : (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 ...
Page 3 - Important Safety Instructions, continued; IMPORTANT
3 S AVE T HESE I NSTRUCTIONS Safety Important Safety Instructions, continued • As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children. • Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged. • This appliance sho...
Page 4 - Use of Extension Cords; The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord; To reduce the risk of injury to persons:; oven for a short time before removing the container.
4 S AVE T HESE I NSTRUCTIONS Safety 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. Use of Extension Cords ...
Page 5 - Your New Microwave oven; Table of Contents; Checking Parts
5 Your New Microwave oven Table of Contents Safety ........................................................................................... 2Your New Microwave oven .........................................................5 Checking Parts .............................................................
Page 6 - Setting Up Your Microwave Oven
6 Your New Microwave oven Setting Up Your Microwave Oven 1 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, ab...
Page 7 - Control Panel Buttons AMC4080AAS
7 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. Au...
Page 8 - Operation; Setting the Clock; Using the Pause/Cancel Button; • See next page for Instant Cook Guide.
8 Operation Setting the Clock 1 Press the Clock button. The display will show: 2 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 3 Press Clock again. A colon will blink, indicating that the time is set...
Page 9 - Instant Cook Chart; See page 15 for the Defrosting Guide.
9 Operation Instant Cook Chart Note: The cooking time of 3.0 oz. microwave-popcorn depends on the content of butter and brands. Cooking time is adjustable for desired taste with numeric pads following package instructions. Using the One Minute+ Button This button offers a convenient way to heat food...
Page 10 - Setting Cooking Times & Power Levels
10 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. The power level
Page 11 - Cooking Instructions; Cooking Utensils; Recommended Use; Limited Use; Testing Utensils
11 Cooking Instructions 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. • Microwa...
Page 12 - Cooking Techniques
12 Cooking Instructions Cooking Techniques Stirring Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly. Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats more quickly, so stir from the outside to the center. The oven will turn off when you open the door ...
Page 13 - Cooking Guide; GUIDE for Cooking Meat in Your Microwave
13 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...
Page 14 - Guide for Cooking Seafood in Your Microwave; Guide for Cooking Eggs in Your Microwave; Guide for Cooking Vegetables in Your Microwave
14 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...
Page 15 - Auto Defrosting Guide
15 Cooking Instructions Auto Defrosting Guide • Follow the instructions below when defrosting different types of food. 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 thawe...
Page 16 - Recipes; Beef and Barley Stew
16 Cooking Instructions Recipes Beef and Barley Stew 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...
Page 17 - Warm Potato Salad; Black Bean Soup
17 Cooking Instructions Warm Potato Salad 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. In a 2-quart casserole, combine ...
Page 18 - Appendix; Troubleshooting Guide
18 Appendix 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 ...
Page 19 - Specifications
19 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...
Page 20 - Warranty
20 Warranty Limited One Year Warranty - Parts and Labor 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. Limited Warranties - Parts Only Second through Fifth Year - F...
Page 21 - Note
21 Note AMC4080AA_eng.fm Page 21 Thursday, March 11, 2004 9:12 AM
Page 22 - Quick Reference
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 ...
