Amana RL635T manual

RW635T RL635T RBG635T  Microwave Oven Use and Care Manual Attention: Keep these instructions for future reference. If the oven changes ownership, be sure this manual accompanies oven.[...]

2 Model Identification .......................................... 3 Important Safety Instructions ............................ 4 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy ....................... 5 Electrical Requirements ................................... 6 Grounding Instructions ............................. 6 Microwave[...]

3 Model Identification Please read this Use and Care Manual thoroughly. This manual provides proper maintenance information. Any questions, call the Consumer Affairs Department at 1-800-843-0304 inside U.S.A. and 1-319-622-5511 if outside U.S.A. Complete enclosed registration card and promptly return. If registration card is missing, call the Consu[...]

4 IMPOR TA NT SAFETY INSTRUCTION Recognize this s ymbol as a SAFETY message WARNING WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE, INJURY TO PERSONS, OR EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY: 1. READ all instructions before using the appliance. 2. READ AND FOLLOW t[...]

5 PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICRO WA VE 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 [...]

6 16. Do not use regular cooking thermometers in oven. Most cooking thermometers contain mercury and may cause “arcing”, malfunction, and/or damage to oven. 17. Metal or ceramic accessories which are designed to absorb microwave energy to provide heat may be used with caution. T est device before use (See "Utensil Check T est" on page[...]

7 Installation Radio Interference Microwave oven operation may cause interference to radio, TV, or similar equipment. To reduce or eliminate interference: • Clean door and sealing surfaces of oven. See "Care and Cleaning" instructions on page 56. • Place the radio, TV, etc. away from oven. • Use properly installed antenna on radio, [...]

8 Usage Oven Signal Option Number Option Function OP:10 Prevents signal from sounding when a pad is pressed. OP:11* Allows signal to sound when a pad is pressed. OP:20 Prevents end-of-cycle signal from sounding when heating time is over. OP:21* Allows signal to sound at end of heating time and timer cycle. *As shipped from factory. Oven Operation O[...]

9 Control Panel Readout display --Normally shows time of day. ·Shows remaining time when cooking by time or using timer. TIME ENTRY --Use when changing preset time for each preprogrammed food pad or to program time not in oven memory. ACCU-THA W ™ --Programs oven to defrost food by time. COOKMATI C ® LEVEL --Programs cooking power level lower t[...]

1 0 Preprogrammed Food Pads (Usage instructions page 11) *To cook multiple items, press preprogrammed pad until desired quantity is reached. Pad# Pad Time min.:sec. Uses Instructions 1 REHEAT :10 Reheat cinnamon roll, soften butter. 2 REHEAT :30 Reheat pizza slice, cook scrambled egg. 3 REHEAT 1:30 Reheat plate of food or cheese spread. 4 FROZEN VE[...]

1 1 Preprogrammed Food Pads 1. Place food in oven. Close door. 2. Press STOP/RESET to clear display. 3. Press desired preprogrammed pad. Preprogrammed time and "MICRO" display. Note: When any of the multiple food pads are pressed, MINIMEAL, SOU P , POTATO, or HOT DRINK, "1" and two letters representing the pad name display. For [...]

1 2 Accu-Thaw ™ Defrosting by Time Accu-Thaw pulses microwave energy on and off at various power levels for optimal defrosting results. During the "on" periods, food exterior is heated. During the "off" periods, heat conducts to food interior, allowing uniform defrosting with little or no cooking on exterior. Note: Defrost foo[...]

1 3 Frozen Cakes and Pies : FROZEN CAKES AND PIES DEFROSTING CHART TYPE SIZE DEFROSTING TIME Cake 12 to 14 oz. 1 min., 30 sec. to 3 min. 16 to 18 oz. 2 min., 30 sec. to 3 min., 30 sec. Pound Cake 10 to 11 oz. 2 to 3 min. Pie 8-inch (20 to 30 oz.) 6 to 11 min. 9-inch (30 to 40 oz.) 10 to 15 min. Main Dishes: MAIN DISH DEFROSTING AND COOKING CHART DI[...]

1 4 Frozen Fish, Seafood, and Small Meat: 1. Turn food over halfway through defrost time unless otherwise noted. 2. Place seafood in utility dish. Cover dish loosely with plastic wrap or waxed paper. 3. Let seafood stand for a short period of time before cooking to ensure it is totally defrosted. Hold larger seafood pieces under cold running water,[...]

1 5 FROZEN ROAST DEFROSTING CHART W e i gh t Defrosting Time ( m i nu t es / pound ) Special Instructions Under 3 pounds 6 to 10 Turn roast over halfway through defrost time. 3 to 6 pounds 6 to 10 Turn roast over after five minutes and halfway through remaining defrost time. Let stand to finish defrosting. Frozen Roast: 1. Place meat in utility dis[...]

1 6 Changing Preprogrammed Food Pads Preprogrammed food pads cook specified amounts of food to serving temperature (see page 10). T o reprogram pads: 1. Press STOP/RESET to clear display. 2. Press MEMORY SET . "P" displays. 3. Press pad number 0-9 to change. Current heating time, Cookmati c ® level, and "MICRO" display. 4. Pres[...]

1 7 Food Placement Allow space between foods for proper cooking results. For best results, arrange thickest, or hardest to cook portion of foods toward outside of dish. Place smaller, easier to cook portion toward center. Reheating When reheating food, cover dish loosely with plastic wrap. Heat at full power. Reheat porous items such as breads and [...]

18 Item Amount Heating Time Cookmatic Power Level Special Instructions Bread (defrosting) 1 loaf (1 lb.) 3½ to 4½ min. 2 Leave in plastic wrapper. Remove metal twist. Loosen end. Butter or margarine (melting) 2 to 3 tablespoons 20 to 35 sec. Full Power (10) ¼ cup 30 to 45 sec. Full Power (10) ½ cup 45 sec. to 1¼ min. Full Power (10) (softening[...]

19 Appetizers and Snacks Cooking Guidelines 1. Save time by using only one dish for both heating and serving. Be certain dishes are microwave safe. 2. Arrange appetizers in a single layer when heating, for best results. In most cases, cover with waxed paper or microwave safe paper towel to prevent splattering. Stir dips before serving. 3. Whenever [...]

20 Hot Pecan Dip Yield: About 2 cups 1 cup water 4 to 5 ozs. dried beef, chopped 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, cubed 1/2 cup dairy sour cream 1/3 cup chopped pecans 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons chopped green pepper 1 tablespoon chopped pimento 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon dill weed 1/4 teaspoon hot peppe[...]

21 Instant Hot chocolate Mix Yield: 1 gallon mix 10 2/3 cups nonfat dry milk (enough to make 8 quarts of milk) 1/2 cup (or 6 oz. jar) powdered nondairy coffee creamer 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar 1 lb. quick chocolate flavored mix Water 1. Combine all ingredients, except water, in large mixing bowl. (Mix may be stored in airtight 1- gallon con[...]

22 Cafe Bavarian Mint Yield: 14 (6 oz.) servings 1/4 cup powdered nondairy coffee creamer 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup instant coffee 2 tablespoons cocoa 5 hard candy peppermints, crushed Water 1. Combine all ingredients, except water, in small mixing bowl. (Mix may be stored in airtight container.) 2. Place 1 tablespoon mixture in serving mug. Fill with [...]

23 Corn and Potato Chowde r Yield: 8 to 10 servings 1/2 lb. bacon 1 cup chopped onion 5 cups peeled and cubed potatoes 1/3 cup water 1 (16 oz.) can cream-style corn 2 1/2 cups milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1. Cut bacon into small pieces. Combine bacon and onion in 3-quart casserole. Cook, covered, on full power for 6 to 9 minutes, or u[...]

24 Barbecued Beef Sandwiches Yield: 6 to 8 servings 1 cup catsup 1/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/8 teaspoon instant minced garlic 2 to 3 drops hot pepper sauce 3 cups thinly sliced or shredded cooked beef (about 1 lb.) Hot Browns Yie[...]

25 Item Total Cooking Time Cookmatic Power Level Method LESS TENDER Beef Roasts (Rump, Pot, Chuck or Sirloin Tip Roasts) 13 to 18 min./lb. 2 Place meat in heavy-duty plastic roasting bag. Place in a dish. Add 1/2 cup of water or favorite meat sauce. Close the bag loosely. Secure with a string. Turn the roast over 2 to 3 times during the cooking tim[...]

26 Item Total Cooking Time Cookmatic Power Level Method Veal Roasts (Rib and Loin Roasts) (Rare 140°F) 1st - 3 min./lb. 2nd - 6 to 9 min./lb. (Medium 160°F) 1st - 3 min./lb. 2nd - 9 to 11 min./lb. (Well 170°F) 1st - 3 min./lb. 2nd - 11 to 13 min./lb. 5 3 5 3 5 3 Place meat on a plastic rack in a dish. Cover with waxed paper. Turn large cuts of m[...]

27 Porcupine Meatballs Yield: 6 to 8 servings 1 1/2 lbs. ground beef 1 cup cooked rice 1 egg, beaten 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs 1/2 cup minced onion 2 tablespoons catsup 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon leaf oregano 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon instant minced garlic Grated Parmesan ch[...]

28 Beef Stroganoff Yield: 4 servings 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 1/3 cup finely chopped onion 1 clove garlic, minced 1 lb. sirloin steak, 1/2-inch thick 1 (10 3/4 oz.) can cream of mushroom soup 1 (4 oz.) can sliced mushrooms, drained 2 tablespoons catsup 1 cup dairy sour cream Mexican Pizza Yield: 1, 14-inch pizza Crust: 1 (1/4 oz.) pkg. acti[...]

29 1. Drain beans, reserving 1/2 cup liquid. Combine all ingredients in 4-quart casserole, including reserved bean liquid. Stir well. 2. Cook, covered, on full power for 13 to 18 minutes, or until boiling. Stir. Continue cooking, covered, on Cook Level 3 for 30 minutes, or until flavors are blended. Stir twice during cooking time. Taco Salad Yield:[...]

30 Oriental Pork Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1 (1 lb.) pork tenderloin 3 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 teaspoon instant chicken flavored bouillon 1 (6 oz.) pkg. frozen pea pods 1 (8 oz.) can bamboo shoots, drained 1 (8 oz.) can water chestnuts, drained and sliced 1/2 cup sliced green pepper 1/2 cup sliced green onion 1. Trim fat from p[...]

31 1. Crumble sausage in 4-quart casserole. Stir in onion and celery. Cook, covered, on full power for 3 to 6 minutes, or until sausage is thoroughly cooked and no longer pink. Stir halfway through cooking time. Drain. 2. Stir in apple, melted margarine, and seasonings. When slightly cooled, stir in egg. 3. Gradually stir in bread cubes. Pour chick[...]

32 Chicken-Sweet Potato Pie Yield: 6 servings 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen mixed vegetables 1 (10 3/4 oz.) can cream of mushroom soup 2 cups diced, cooked chicken 1 (4 oz.) can sliced mushrooms, drained 1/4 teaspoon salt 1(18 oz.) can vacuum packed sweet potatoes 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted 1 egg 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 [...]

33 Fish and Seafood Cooking Guidelines 1. In most cases, fish should be defrosted, before cooking, unless otherwise stated in recipe. 2. Cook most fish and seafood, covered, on full power. The use of coverings decreases cooking times and helps keep fish moist. 3. Cook fish until it flakes easily with a fork and is opaque and firm. Always cook fish [...]

34 1. Place all ingredients, except fish and paprika, in a 9 x 5 x 2-inch loaf dish. Cover loosely with heavy-duty plastic wrap. Cook, covered, on Full power for 2 to 4 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Drain and reserve liquid. 2. Arrange fish over top. Pour reserved liquid over fish. Sprinkle with paprika. Cover loosely with heavy-du[...]

35 Springtime Sole Yield: 4 servings 1 lb. sole fillets 1/4 teaspoon leaf thyme 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen asparagus cuts or 3/4 lb. fresh asparagus cuts, cooked and well-drained 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1 teaspoon buttermilk salad dressing mix 1. Place fillets in 1 1/2-quart utility dish. Sprinkle with thyme. Cover loosely with heavy-duty plastic wrap. Co[...]

36 Denver Casserole Yield: 5 to 6 servings 1 medium tomato, chopped 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled 1/4 cup chopped green pepper 1/4 cup chopped pimentos 6 eggs 1/3 cup milk 1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing 1/4 teaspoon salt Item Total Cooking Time Cookmatic Power Level Amount of Water Method Poached Eggs 1 2 4 30 sec. to 1 min., 15 sec. 1 [...]

37 1. Combine wheat germ, flour, and salt in small bowl. Cut in shortening. Stir in water. Press dough firmly against bottom and sides of 9-inch pie plate. Pierce bottom and sides with fork. Cook on Full power for 45 seconds to 2 minutes, or until cooked but still slightly moist. 2. Sprinkle bacon, cheese, and onion on crust. 3. Beat together eggs,[...]

38 Item Hot Water Vegetable Oil Salt (Optional) Total Cooking Time Power Level Method Rice, Long Grain, (1 cup) Yield: 3 cups 2 cups 1 tsp. ½ tsp. 15 to 24 min. Full Power (10) for first 3½ - 7½ min., Level 3 for last 12 to 17 minutes. Place water, oil, and salt in 3-quart casserole. Heat, covered on Full Power for 3 to 6 minutes, or until water[...]

39 Macaroni and Cheese Yield: 4 to 6 servings 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups milk 1 1/4 cups uncooked macaroni 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 1/2 cups shredded American process cheese 1/4 cup milk 1. Place flour in 1 1/2-quart casserole. Gradually blend in 2 cups milk, mixing well. Stir in macaroni, butter and peppe[...]

40 1. Place rolled oats in 8-inch square dish. Heat on Full power for 30 seconds to 1 1/2 minutes, or until warmed. Stir twice during heating time. 2. Add remaining ingredients to rolled oats. Stir ingredients together, until mixture is well- coated. Heat on Full power for 3 to 6 minutes, or until well-heated. Stir twice during heating time. Press [...]

41 Fresh Vegetables Cooking Time on Full Power for 1 lb. Vegetables Method Asparagus Eggplant Broccoli Brussel Sprouts Cabbage Carrots Cauliflower Acorn Squash Artichokes Baked Potatoes** Beets Boiled New Potatoes Mushrooms Spinach Corn-on-the-Cob* Green Beans Okra Pea Pods Zucchini Potatoes Parsnips Rutabagas Sweet Potatoes** Turnips 3 to 5 min. 4[...]

42 Potatoes au Gratin Yield: 4 to 6 servings 4 medium potatoes 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons snipped chives 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 3/4 cups milk 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 1. Pierce potatoes and arrange on microwave- safe paper towel in oven. Cook on Full power for 8 to [...]

43 Party Potatoes Yield: 8 servings 8 to 10 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into eighths 1/2 cup water 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese 1 (8 oz.) carton French onion dip 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt (optional) Butter or margarine Paprika 1. Place potatoes and water in 3-quart casserole. Cook, covered, on Full power for [...]

44 Sauces, Jams and Relishes Cooking Guidelines 1. Use the size container recommended in recipes to avoid boil-overs. 2. Sauces can be cooked directly in glass measures, for convenience. A glass measure should not be more than half-filled to avoid boil- overs. 3. Cover sauces, jams, or relishes as recommended in the recipes. Use a glass lid or heav[...]

45 Quick and Easy Grape Jelly Yield: 5 cups 3 cups unsweetened grape juice 1 (1 3/4 oz.) box powdered fruit pectin 3 1/2 cups sugar 1. Combine grape juice and pectin in 5-quart casserole. Cook, covered, on Full power for 6 to 10 minutes, or until boiling. Stir 2 to 3 times during cooking time. 2. Stir sugar into grape mixture. Cook on Full power fo[...]

46 Bread Cooking Guidelines 1. Muffins, coffee cakes, quick breads, and yeast breads are generally baked on Cook Level 7. 2. Breads will not brown in a microwave oven as they do in a conventional oven. For color, use toppings or ingredients which supply color. Some examples include rye flour, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, or dark spices, such as [...]

47 Blueberry-Sour Cream Coffee Cake Yield: 1, 9-inch round or 8-inch square, cake Topping: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened 1/2 cup chopped nuts Cake: 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1 egg 1/2 cup dairy sour cream 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder[...]

48 1. Place water in 1-quart mixing bowl. Heat on Full power for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until temperature of 105° F to 115° F is reached. Dissolve yeast in water. Stir in sugar and salt. 2. Blend in oil and eggs. Mix in flour, 2 cups at a time. Scrape dough from sides of bowl to center. Cover. Let stand for 20 minutes. Knead dough until smoot[...]

49 1. Circular and tube dishes provide best cooking results. Arrange cupcakes in a circle, if baking them in custard cups or use circular-shaped cupcake trays. 2. A tube dish can be created by placing a 2 to 3- inch diameter drinking glass in a 3 to 4-quart casserole. Pour the cake batter around the glass. 3. If desired, to turn layer cake out of d[...]

50 Chocolate Malt Cake Yield: 1, 9-inch 2-layer cake Cake: 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1 cup vegetable oil 3 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cup chocolate flavored malted milk powder 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 1/4 cups milk Frosting: 1 (12 oz.) carton frozen non-dairy whipped topping, thawed 1/2 cup chocolate fl[...]

51 Rhubarb Custard Pie Yield: 1, 9-inch pie Filling: 4 egg yolks 3/4 cup milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 1/2 cups sugar 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour Dash salt Dash nutmeg 3 cups diced rhubarb 1, 9-inch baked pie crust Meringue: 4 egg whites 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/2 cup sugar Lemon Bars Yield: 1 dozen bars 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1 1/2 cups[...]

52 Triple Treats Yield: 1 1/2 dozen bars 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar 2 tablespoons milk 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, softened 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 teaspoon almond extract 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate morsels [...]

53 Apple Crisp Yield: 6 to 8 servings 6 cups cored, peeled, and sliced cooking apples 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional) 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup quick-cooking, rolled oats 1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened Thumbprint [...]

54 Candy Cooking Guidelines 1. Candy becomes very hot during cooking. Select a cooking utensil which will withstand hot temperatures. Select a utensil which is large enough to hold the candy during cooking to avoid boil-overs. Use the recommended utensil in the recipe. Generally, candy is cooked uncovered for easy stirring. 2. If a candy thermomete[...]

55 Chocolate-Maple Bonbons Yield: 2 1/2 to 3 dozen 1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened 3 cups sifted confectioners' sugar 1 tablespoon maple flavoring 3 to 4 teaspoons milk 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (optional) 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate morsels 1 cup butterscotch morsels 1/2 cup creamy-style peanut butter 1(2 1/2 x 3 x 1/2-inch) bar paraffin, [...]

5 6 Care and Cleaning Interior, Exterior and Door If walls and door of microwave oven become splattered, wipe with paper towel or clean with mild detergent in warm water using soft sponge or cloth. Wring sponge or cloth to remove excess water before wiping unit. If desired, boil a cup of water in microwave oven to loosen soil before cleaning. Befor[...]

5 7 Before Calling for Service If oven light does not work: • Confirm light bulb is screwed in tightly. • Confirm light bulb is not defective. If room lights dim or pulse when oven is in use: • Confirm microwave is on proper circuit. See grounding instructions on page 6. If unit operates, but will not heat food: • Place one cup cool water i[...]

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6 0  1994 Amana Refrigeration, Inc. Amana, Iowa 52204 Part No. B8383296 Printed in U.S.A. • Amana Factory Service Center Arizona Also dispatches service in areas of Nevada • Amana Factory Service Center Northern California • Amana Factory Service Center Southern California • Amana Factory Service Center Colorado Also dispatches service i[...]