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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Recognize this symbol 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:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE IN THE OVEN CAVITY:

a.

DO NOT

 overcook food.  Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are

placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.

b.

Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.

c.

If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power
cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
IF THE DOOR IS OPENED THE FIRE MAY SPREAD!

d.

DO NOT

 use the cavity for storage purposes.  

DO NOT

 leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in

the cavity when not in use.

THIS APPLIANCE 

MUST

 BE SERVICED ONLY BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE FACILITY FOR EXAMINATION, REPAIR OR ADJUSTMENT.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

7.

As with any appliance, 

CLOSE SUPERVISION

is necessary when used by 

CHILDREN

.

8.

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 or dropped.

9.

This appliance should be serviced 

ONLY

 by

qualified service personnel.  Contact nearest
authorized service facility for examination,
repair or adjustment.

10.

DO NOT

 cover or block any openings on the

appliance.

11.

DO NOT

 store this appliance outdoors.  

DO

NOT

 use this product near water- for example,

near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near
a swimming pool, and the like.

12.

DO NOT

 immerse cord or plug in water.

13. Keep cord 

AWAY

 from 

HEATED

 surfaces.

14.

DO NOT 

let cord hang over edge of table or

counter.

15. See door cleaning instructions on page 26.

1.

READ

 all instructions before using the

appliance.

2.

READ AND FOLLOW

 the specific

“PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY” 

found on page 4.

3.

This appliance 

MUST BE GROUNDED

.

Connect only to properly grounded outlet.  See

“GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” 

on page 6.

4.

Install or locate this appliance 

ONLY

 in

accordance with the provided installation
instructions.

5.

Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
containers - for example, closed glass jars -
may explode and 

SHOULD NOT

 be 

HEATED

in this oven.

6.

Use this appliance 

ONLY

 for its intended use

as described in this manual.  Do not use
corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance.
This type of oven is specifically designed to
heat or cook.  It is not designed for industrial or
laboratory use.

Summary of Contents for FE116T

Page 1: ...1 Attention Keeptheseinstructionsforfuturereference If the oven changes ownership be sure this manual accompanies oven Microwave Oven Use and Care Manual and Cooking Guide ME96T MW96T FE116T FW116T ...

Page 2: ...ervicer if service is required Model Identification Model Number Serial Number Manufacturing Number Date of purchase Dealer s name and address Model Identification 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Electrical Requirements 6 Grounding Instructions 6 Power Supply Cord 6 Microwave Power 6 Radio Interference 6 Control Panel 7 Usage 8 Oven Light 8 Setting the Clock 8 Child Lock 8 One Touch Cook 8 Insta...

Page 3: ...cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped 9 This appliance should be serviced ONLY by qualified service personnel Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment 10 DO NOT cover or block any openings on the appliance 11 DO NOT store this appliance outdoors DO NOT use this product near water for example near a kitchen sink in a ...

Page 4: ...th a skin before cooking in microwave oven This allows steam to escape during cooking 5 Remove excess fat from meats and poultry to prevent spattering 6 Do not heat baby bottles in microwave oven 7 Do not home can in microwave oven Home canning is generally done with metal lids Since metal lids reflect heat product may not be heated uniformly to 212 F or above Food could deteriorate USDA extension...

Page 5: ...ers in oven Containers with restricted openings such as syrup bottles or baby food jars must not be used for cooking Food or liquid could expand quickly and cause container or bag to break Pierce or open container or bag before heating 16 Metal or ceramic accessories which are designed to absorb microwave energy to provide heat may be used with caution Test device before use See Microwave Utensil ...

Page 6: ...it with the electrical rating as shown in the drawing at left When a microwave oven is on a circuit with other appliances an increase in cooking times may be required and fuses can be blown DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE ROUND GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE PLUG OR BEND THE POWER PRONGS TO FIT A RECEPTACLE OTHER THAN THE ONE SHOWN FOR YOUR OVEN SUCH ABUSE OF THE PLUG CAN RESULT IN ELEC...

Page 7: ...s time of day DELAY START Programs oven to start at desired time of day HOLD TIMER Use as a separate timer with no microwave cooking power Use in connection with defrosting and cooking After defrosting holds food with oven off for predetermined time after which oven turns on again to cook STOP RESET Stops oven operation Also cancels programming Erases mistakes during programming Cancels minute tim...

Page 8: ...de touch pads are disabled and microwave activity cannot take place To Lock 1 Press STOP RESET 2 Press and hold 5 and 7 at same time until L indicator lights up in the upper right corner of display The child lock is now on To Unlock 1 Press and hold 5 and 7 at same time until L indicator disappears Child lock is now off One Touch Cook 1 Press ONE MINUTE To increase time by one minute intervals tou...

Page 9: ... oz BEVERAGE 1 3 4 oz Start with room temperature beverage Stir beverage before serving 2 6 8 oz FROZEN DINNER 1 7 10 oz Follow box instruction for covering dinner and standing time 2 10 12 oz PIZZA 1 12 of 15 pizza or 1 8 of 12 pizza each slice 1 1 slice Place cold slice on microwave safe plate 2 2 slices 3 3 slices 4 4 slices POTATO 6 8 oz each 1 1 potato Wash potatoes and prick with fork Place ...

Page 10: ...e signal sounds and END displays Remove food from oven 3 Stage Cooking 1 Repeat steps 1 5 of 2 Stage Cooking 2 Repeat steps 2 6 of 2 Stage Cooking 3 When cooking cycle is complete signal sounds and END displays Remove food from oven Number Level Number Level 1 Warm 6 Simmer 2 Low 7 Med High 3 Defrost 8 Reheat 4 Med Low 9 Saute 5 Medium 10 High 4 Press appropriate number pad for desired Cookmatic l...

Page 11: ... 5 9 to 10 56 to 65 0 6 10 1 2 to 12 66 to 75 0 7 12 1 2 to 13 1 2 76 to 85 0 8 14 to 15 1 2 86 to 95 0 9 26 1 lb 10 oz 1 63 1 6 64 4 lbs 4 40 96 6 lbs 6 60 Food Item Maximum Weight Roasts whole chicken turkey breast 6 pounds chops steaks ribs chicken and turkey pieces 4 pounds ground meat stew meat cornish hens shrimp scallops whole fish fish fillets and steaks 3 pounds 3 Press START Time counts ...

Page 12: ...vegetables before serving A typical plate of food consists of 3 4 oz meat 1 2 cup starch potatoes pasta rice etc 1 2 cup vegetable Hold Timer Use this feature two ways As an independent timer without microwave Holding food after defrosting with oven off for preset time followed by 1 2 or 3 stage cooking Independent Timer 1 Press HOLD TIMER HOLD lights up TIME indicator blinks 2 Press numbers to se...

Page 13: ...ds build up enough internal heat to continue cooking as they stand The length of standing time depends on the density and surface area of the food Place cooked food on a flat surface counter top Cover with foil or untensil lid for recommended time in this cooking guide Effects of Food Characteristics on Microwave Cooking Piece size Small pieces cook faster than large pieces Pieces which are simila...

Page 14: ...d The hot fat could suddenly boil over causing severe damage Defrosting Tips 1 Freeze foods in a single layer if possible no larger than the size of the turntable 2 If some areas of the foods thaw faster than others cover with small pieces of aluminum foil to slow down or to stop the heating process 3 It may be necessary to increase or decrease the cooking time in some recipes depending on the sta...

Page 15: ...nt spattering Do not use recycled paper products they may cause arcing or fire Use only sturdy plastic products labeled microwave safe Check manufacturer s directions for microwave uses Check manufacturer s directions for microwave uses of storage containers Food containers such as margarine tubs are not designed to withstand the temperatures transferred from cooked foods and may melt Use only wra...

Page 16: ...ot be crisp Meats and Main Dishes Thinly sliced roasted meat Rare beef roast minimum time medium rare 1 to 2 servings 130 F 140 F 55 C 60 C MED HIGH 7 1 to 2 maximum time 3 to 4 oz serving 3 to 4 servings 130 F 140 F 55 C 60 C MED HIGH 7 2 to 3 Well done beef pork ham poultry etc 1 to 2 servings 150 F 65 C MED HIGH 7 1 to 2 1 2 3 to 4 servings 150 F 65 C MED HIGH 7 3 to 4 Steaks chops ribs other m...

Page 17: ...MED HIGH 7 2 to 4 Tip Do not cover baked goods Griddle Foods Pancakes French toast or waffles 3 x 4 Plain no topping 2 to 3 pieces HIGH 10 1 to 2 Syrup and butter 2 to 3 pieces HIGH 10 1 1 2 to 2 1 2 With 2 sausage patties cooked 2 to 3 pieces HIGH 10 1 1 2 to 2 1 2 Tip Do not cover griddle foods Remove packaging Place on plate Cover warm or defrosted areas with foil after each stage If center is ...

Page 18: ... plastic freezer bag or freezer paper Freeze in shape no larger than turntable Short term store wrap Long term heavy duty zip top plastic freezer bag or freezer paper For best results freeze in a single layer slightly overlapping if necessary Freeze in a shape no larger than the turntable Short term store wrap Long term heavy duty zip top plastic freezer bag or freezer paper For best results freez...

Page 19: ...safe plate 1 1 2 qt microwave safe ring mold or 8x4 inch loaf pan 2 qt micro wave safe casserole 14 16 oz microwave safe bowl 1 qt casserole 2 qt casserole 5 to 8 20 to 25 22 to 28 4 to 7 18 to 23 20 to 25 5 15 none 5 15 20 HIGH 10 MED HIGH 7 HIGH 10 HIGH 10 MED HIGH 7 MED HIGH 7 4 to 7 25 to 30 14 to 18 3 to 4 8 to 12 15 to 22 Arrange in circle on plate cover loosely with plastic wrap Rearrange h...

Page 20: ...in baking dish Cover dish loosely with plastic wrap Microwave turning over after half the time Let stand 5 minutes Arrange bacon on roasting rack or paper towel lined dish Cover with paper towel Microwave until crisp Well 170 F 10 to 14 130 F 15 to 19 130 F 10 to 15 130 F 13 to 18 2 to 2 1 2 3 to 3 1 2 6 1 2 to 8 Beef Roast boneless up to 4 lbs 4 1 to 6 lbs Roast bone in up to 4 lbs 4 1 to 6 lbs C...

Page 21: ...earranging 2 times and turning over after half the time Let stand covered with aluminum foil 5 to 10 minutes Place turkey breast skin side down in baking dish Microwave until meat is no longer pink and juices run clear turning over after half the time Let stand covered with aluminum foil 10 to 15 minutes Fish and Seafood Fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork Center may still be slightly t...

Page 22: ...uired for conventional boiling there is less evaporation in a microwave oven Add recommended amount of salt if desired and vegetable oil optional to prevent sticking For rice use same or slightly more water as with conventional boiling Add recommended amount of salt if desired Item Hot Water Vegetable Oil Optional Salt Optional Cooking Time Min Power Level Eggs Noodles 8 oz about 4 1 2 cups Yield ...

Page 23: ...nd salt Stir in water Microwave stirring once Stir before serving In bowl combine oats and salt Stir in water Microwave stirring after 2 minutes then 1 or 2 times Stir before serving Cooking Time At High 10 Min Hot Water Salt Optional Cereal Method Bowl Size Item Servings 6 to 11 8 to 16 5 to 7 7 to 11 12 to 18 7 to 9 6 to 8 12 to 15 HIGH 10 Pierce each squash at least once with knife Microwave un...

Page 24: ...Microwave until tender stirring once Let stand 3 minutes In 1 qt casserole combine peas and 1 4 cup water Cover Microwave until tender stirring once Let stand 3 minutes Prick each potato several times with fork Arrange in spoke like fashion on paper towels Microwave until tender turning over once Let stand 5 minutes Prick each potato several times with fork In 2 quart casserole combine potatoes an...

Page 25: ...paque Cool Microwave until set Cool 10 to 13 11 to 13 20 to 30 seconds per cupcake 10 to 12 3 to 6 4 to 7 1 to 3 MEDIUM 5 for first 8 min then HIGH 10 2 to 5 min MEDIUM LOW 4 for first 9 min then MED HIGH 7 2 to 4 min HIGH 10 MEDIUM 5 for first 6 min then HIGH 10 4 to 6 minutes HIGH 10 MEDIUM 5 to thaw HIGH 10 to cook HIGH 10 Ring Cake fluted 10 to 12 cups Cake Layer Two 8 inch rounds Cupcakes up ...

Page 26: ...it breaker Determine if circuit is operable by plugging another item in outlet Confirm door is securely closed If oven operates intermittently Check inlet and discharge areas for obstructions Confirm oven was not operated empty or with metal utensils Before Calling for Service If oven operates but will not heat food Place one cup cool water in oven Heat for one minute If water temperature does not...

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Page 28: ...is new microwave oven Asure Extended Service Plan is specially designed to supplement Amana s strong warranty Asure provides budget protecting coverage on microwave oven for up to five full years and includes parts labor and travel charges A participating Amana dealer has details or contact Amana Refrigeration Inc Consumer Affairs Department Amana IA 52204 1 800 843 0304 ...

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