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MINIMEAL

--Programmed to heat

one 7 1/2-8 1/2 ounce single
serving meal for one minute.

SOUP

--Programmed to heat a

10 1/2-11 ounce serving of soup
for one minute, 45 seconds.

POTATO

--Programmed to cook

one 6-7 ounce baking potato for
three minutes.

HOT DRINK

--Programmed to heat

one cup of liquid for one minute,
15 seconds.

POPCORN

--Programmed to pop

one 3.5 ounce package of
microwave popcorn for two
minutes, 30 seconds.

PIZZA

--Programmed to heat one

serving pizza for two minutes, 45
seconds.

Note:  

MINIMEAL

SOUP

, and

HOT DRINK

 pads calculate times

to heat one to four individual
servings.  Potato pad calculates
times to heat one to eight potatoes.

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-THAW

--Programs oven

to defrost food by time.

COOKMATIC

®

 LEVEL

--Programs

cooking power level lower than full
power.

MEMORY SET

--Use to change

preset time of each reprogrammed
pad.

CLOCK

--Sets time of day.

TIMER

--Use to time a separate

task.

STOP/RESET--

·Press once to stop oven when
 operating.
·Press twice to cancel
 programming.

LOCK

--

·Programs oven to lock key pads
 so pads cannot be used.

START

--Starts oven operation.

NUMBERS

--

·Press after time entry when
 programming oven to heat by
 time.

REHEAT 1

--Programmed to

 heat for ten seconds.

REHEAT 2

--Programmed to

 heat for 30 seconds.

REHEAT 3

--Programmed to heat

for one minute, 30 seconds.

FROZEN VEGETABLE PAD

--

Programmed to heat a 9-10 ounce
package of frozen vegetables for
four minutes.

Error Signal

Oven sounds an error signal when
incorrect pads are pressed
attempting to:
 ·program a Cookmatic

®

 level with

  Accu-Thaw

.·enter or exit lock mode and
  incorrect sequence of
  digits is entered.
 ·enter invalid clock time.

To Cancel Mistake

 ·If oven is not operating, press

  STOP/RESET

 to cancel all

  programming.
 ·If oven is operating, press

  STOP/RESET

 

once to stop

  oven.  Press a second time to
  cancel all programming.

Summary of Contents for Amana FW623T

Page 1: ...Microwave Oven Use and Care Manual Attention Keep these instructions for future reference If the oven changes ownership be sure this manual accompanies oven FW623T FBG623T...

Page 2: ...el Cooking 11 IndependentTimer 11 Accu Thaw Defrosting by Time 12 Accu Thaw Defrosting Guide 12 Cooking Program 15 Instant Replay 15 Changing Preprogrammed Food Pads 16 Lockout and Custom Lock 16 Cont...

Page 3: ...chase Dealer s name and address Keep a copy of sales receipt for future reference Locate an authorized servicer by calling 1 800 NATLSVC 628 5782 inside U S A and 319 622 5511 outside U S A Warranty s...

Page 4: ...king 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 adjustm...

Page 5: ...h a skin before cooking in microwave oven This allows steam to escape during cooking 5 Remove excess fat from meats and poultry to prevent splattering 6 Do not heat baby bottles in microwave oven 7 Do...

Page 6: ...am to escape during cooking 18 Containers may become hot and pot holders may be needed 19 Closely supervise use by children Make sure they can read instructions and reach controls Never allow them to...

Page 7: ...See Care and Cleaning instructions on page 56 Place the radio TV etc away from oven Use properly installed antenna on radio TV etc to obtain stronger signal reception Microwave Power Models FW623T an...

Page 8: ...unds at end of cooking time To cancel entry signal or end of cycle signal 1 Press and hold MEMORY SET for five seconds OP 10 or OP 11 displays See chart at right for definition of signal options 2 To...

Page 9: ...st food by time COOKMATIC LEVEL Programs cooking power level lower than full power MEMORY SET Use to change preset time of each reprogrammed pad CLOCK Sets time of day TIMER Use to time a separate tas...

Page 10: ...r soup or pour from can into serving bowl serving temperature Heat one to four individual before heating to prevent boil overs servings at once Cover with vented plastic wrap 7 POTATO 3 00 Cooks a 6 7...

Page 11: ...hing on and off 8 To change power level press STOP RESET once to stop oven Press COOKMATIC LEVEL and then new power level 9 Oven stops and signals at end of cooking time Full Power Cooking 1 Place foo...

Page 12: ...s on defrosting by time Frozen Beverages Frozen juice concentrate can be placed directly in serving pitcher and heated in microwave oven Be certain pitcher is microwave safe and fits inside microwave...

Page 13: ...15 20 3 to 5 1 1 2 quart 18 25 4 to 6 2 quart 28 32 5 to 7 3 quart 45 60 5 to 8 1 Remove cake from container if metal Place cake on plastic rack or paper plate Cover with microwave safe paper towel If...

Page 14: ...fillets over halfway through defrosting time Lobster tail 16 9 to 12 Wrap lobster in plastic wrap or waxed paper Turn over halfway through cooking time Shrimp 16 9 to 11 Rearrange halfway through defr...

Page 15: ...ws review of oven programming 1 Press CLOCK to display time of day 2 Press CLOCK again to display remaining cooking time 3 Press TIMER to display remaining time on timer Accu Thaw Defrost by Time then...

Page 16: ...s 2 Press 1 3 5 7 3 Press LOCK LOC displays then time of day and L indicating lockout is on display If a pad is pressed while in lockout mode LOC displays for a second Removing Lockout Programming 1 P...

Page 17: ...lowing test to check utensils for microwave safeness 1 Place glass measuring cup of water next to empty dish to be tested in unit 2 Heat on full power for one minute 3 Check temperature of dish and wa...

Page 18: ...45 sec to 2 min 3 Dinner plate with meat potato and vegetable reheating 1 plate 1 to 3 min Full Power 10 Cover with waxed paper or plastic wrap Frankfurter 1 30 to 45 sec Full Power 10 Wrap with napk...

Page 19: ...t or pizza crisping utensil 1 Place butter in 2 cup glass measure Heat on full power for 30 seconds to 1 minute or until melted Add Worcestershire sauce salts and garlic powder Mix well Set aside 2 Co...

Page 20: ...sserole Cook covered on full power for 45 seconds to 1 1 2 minutes or until warmed 2 Add broccoli and cauliflower Cook covered on full power for 45 seconds to 1 1 2 minutes or until vegetables are bar...

Page 21: ...heating time Marshmallows will melt just the right amount 6 When reheating coffee and tea for best taste do not allow to boil Most reheated beverages taste better when reheated to almost boiling 7 Al...

Page 22: ...gredients in 3 quart casserole Cook covered on full power for 14 to 19 minutes or until boiling Stir halfway through cooking time Continue cooking covered on Cook Level 3 for 10 minutes or until mixtu...

Page 23: ...salt 1 4 teaspoon oregano 1 8 teaspoon pepper 1 Combine ground beef onion and green pepper in casserole Cook covered on full power for 3 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender and beef is no long...

Page 24: ...re to casserole 4 Stir in cheese and whipping cream Cook on full power for 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened Stir with the wire whisk often during cooking time 5 Arrange four diagonal pieces toasted b...

Page 25: ...to manufacturer s instructions Cook covered Turn meat over halfway through cooking time Meat Cooking Guidelines 1 Meats weighing 3 pounds or more will brown by themselves naturally in the microwave o...

Page 26: ...plastic roasting bag Place in a dish Add 1 cup of water Close bag loosely securing with a string Invert or turn ribs halfway through cooking time Ham Pre cooked boneless bone in picnic canned hams 12...

Page 27: ...Stir halfway through cooking time 4 Pierce or halve tomatoes and add Heat covered on full power for 1 to 2 minutes or until tomatoes are heated Swiss Steak Yield 6 servings 1 3 lb pot roast Half clove...

Page 28: ...full power for 3 minutes Stir halfway through cooking time Continue cooking covered on Cook Level 2 for 7 to 10 minutes or until meat is cooked 3 Stir in soup mushrooms and catsup Heat covered on full...

Page 29: ...ered on full power for 1 1 2 to 4 minutes or until thickened and bubbling 3 Preheat large browning skillet according to manufacturer s instructions Add 1 tablespoon oil veal and garlic Cook on full po...

Page 30: ...turned over cooking can be completed breast side up for a browner finished appearance 8 Pierce the skin of poultry before placing it in the microwave oven to prevent popping 9 After the poultry has st...

Page 31: ...sour cream 1 4 teaspoon coriander 1 4 teaspoon cumin 12 tortillas each cut into bite size pieces 2 to 3 cups cooked cubed chicken 2 4 oz each cans green chilies chopped drained 8 oz shredded Cheddar c...

Page 32: ...nd 1 4 teaspoon salt Set aside 2 Combine sweet potatoes melted butter egg 1 4 teaspoon salt and spices in mixing bowl Mash Line 9 inch pie plate with potato mixture building up edges 1 2 inch higher t...

Page 33: ...and flakes near the center of the fillet Let stand covered 5 minutes before serving Fish Steaks 4 to 7 min lb 7 Arrange in dish on plastic rack Brush with melted butter or lemon if desired Cover with...

Page 34: ...rine melted 3 tablespoons all purpose flour 1 4 teaspoon salt 1 cup milk 1 4 cup heavy cream 1 tablespoon sherry 1 egg yolk Dash cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon prepared mustard 1 4 oz can sliced mushrooms...

Page 35: ...d parsley optional Cooked noodles or rice 1 Combine tuna soup and mushrooms in 1 1 2 quart casserole 2 Heat on full power for 4 to 6 minutes or until mixture is heated through and bubbling Stir twice...

Page 36: ...ary Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon Season with salt and pepper if desired 4 Before poaching eggs gently pierce or puncture the yolk membrane to prevent the yolk from erupting during cooking Remo...

Page 37: ...ater from boiling over 3 Cook pasta and rice in a covered dish for faster cooking Glass lids or heavy duty plastic wrap are the best coverings to use since they are the most water vapor proof Wheat Cr...

Page 38: ...5 minutes covered to finish cooking Drain and rinse with hot tap water Macaroni 2 cups 4 cups 2 tbsp 1 tsp 10 to 21 min Full Power 10 for first 5 12 min Level 3 for last 5 to 8 minutes Place hot wate...

Page 39: ...er 2 8 oz each cans tomato sauce 1 1 2 cups water 1 2 teaspoon ground oregano 1 2 teaspoon basil 1 4 lb uncooked spaghetti broken in half Grated Parmesan cheese 1 Place ground beef and onion in dish C...

Page 40: ...nstant 1 serving 1 cup glass measure cup 0 8 oz pkg Place water in glass measure Cook on Full Power for 30 seconds to 1 minutes or until water boils Stir in instant grits Cream of Wheat 5 servings 2 q...

Page 41: ...enience packaging follow package instructions Vegetable Cooking Guidelines 1 Add frozen vegetables to casserole Cook covered on full power according to the time recommended on the chart or until cooke...

Page 42: ...1 1 2 to 3 1 2 minutes or until cheese is melted and potatoes are heated through Cheese Scalloped Carrots Yield 6 to 8 servings 4 cups sliced carrots 1 tablespoon water 1 4 cup minced onion 2 tablespo...

Page 43: ...paprika as desired before serving Harvest Vegetable Platter Yield 6 to 8 servings 1 bunch fresh broccoli 1 2 medium head cauliflower 1 medium zucchini 1 to 2 medium summer squash 1 to 2 medium tomatoe...

Page 44: ...margarine 2 tablespoons all purpose flour teaspoon salt 1 cup milk 1 Place butter in 1 quart casserole Heat on Full Power for 15 to 45 seconds or until melted 2 Stir in flour and salt Blend to smooth...

Page 45: ...s 1 4 to 1 2 cup sugar 1 Combine apples and cinnamon sticks in 1 1 2 quart casserole 2 Cook covered on Full power for 5 to 8 minutes or until apples are tender Stir halfway through cooking time Remove...

Page 46: ...o recipe or package directions Place 2 tablespoons of batter into each plastic muffin cup lined with paper liners Muffins are done when tops spring back when lightly pressed Remove muffins from tray a...

Page 47: ...cooking time Cranberry Muffins Yield About 2 dozen muffins Topping 1 teaspoon grated orange peel 1 4 cup sugar 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 4 cup chopped nuts Muffins 2 cups all purpose flour 1 2 cup sugar...

Page 48: ...conds or until melted Stir in 1 4 cup brown sugar and 1 4 cup pecans Place dozen rolls in dish Repeat with remaining two dozen rolls 5 Let each dish of rolls rise and cook separately Place 2 cups of w...

Page 49: ...g is not noticed Confectioners sugar a mixture of cinnamon and sugar nuts or coconut may be sprinkled over top of cake Sauces fruit toppings and fresh or frozen fruit may be served over cake Even pudd...

Page 50: ...at in eggs one at a time Mix in sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy Pour over crust Cook on Cook Level 4 for 20 to 30 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean 4 Combine sour cre...

Page 51: ...7 to 9 minutes or until apples are tender Sprinkle topping over pie halfway through cooking time Turn quarter turn halfway through cooking time non turntable models only 1 Place butter in 8 x 8 x 2 i...

Page 52: ...1 4 cup crunchy style peanut butter 1 Prepare cake according to package instructions using 1 2 cup water and 1 egg white Pour batter into 9 x 2 inch round dish Cook on Cook Level 5 for 4 1 2 to 6 minu...

Page 53: ...apple Upside Down Cake Yield 1 9 x 2 inch cake 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 2 cup dark brown sugar firmly packed 1 8 oz can sliced pineapple with liquid 2 maraschino cherries halved optional 1...

Page 54: ...tip The soft ball stage is described in Candy Cooking Guidelines Soft Ball Candy syrup when dropped into very cold water forms a soft ball which flattens on removal from water Firm Ball Candy syrup wh...

Page 55: ...ill for 1 hour or until firm 2 Combine morsels peanut butter and paraffin in 1 quart casserole Heat on full power for 1 minute 45 seconds to 2 1 2 minutes or until melted Stir several times during coo...

Page 56: ...light bulb 1 Remove access screw from and open access cover on top left wall of oven exterior 2 Remove bulb being careful not to burn fingers or break bulb 3 Replace bulb 4 Replace access cover and r...

Page 57: ...rcuit Confirm unit is on grounded and polarized circuit Check fuse or circuit breaker Determine if circuit is operable by plugging another item in outlet Confirm microwave oven door is securely closed...

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