Maytag AMC5101AAB/W, AMC5101AAS owner manual Energy, Safety

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Safety

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID

POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO

EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE

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 allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

(c)Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the

1)Door (bent or dented),

2)Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),

3)Door seals and sealing surfaces.

(d)The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

WARNING

Always observe Safety Precautions when using your oven. Never try to repair the oven on your own – there is dangerous voltage inside. If the oven needs to be repaired, call 1-800-843-0304 U. S. A, 1-866-587- 2002 CANADA for the name of an authorized service center near you.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

WARNING

To reduce risk of burns, electric shock, fire, personal injury or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

Read all safety instructions before using the appliance.

Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” on this page.

This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlets. See “IMPORTANT GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” on page 3 of this manual.

Install or place this appliance only in accordance with the installation

instructions provided.

Some items, like whole eggs and food in sealed containers, may explode if heated in this oven.

Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

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 should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

Do not cover or block any of the openings on this appliance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Contents Microwave Oven Safety EnergyImportant Grounding Instructions Use of Extension Cords Checking Parts Table of ContentsYour New Microwave oven Setting Up Your Microwave Oven Control Panel Buttons AMC5101AAB/WControl Panel Buttons AMC5101AAS Using the Pause/Cancel Button Turning on the Power and Selecting a WeightSetting the Clock OperationUsing the Instant Cook Buttons Instant Cook ChartHandy Helper Chart Using the One Minute + ButtonUsing the Handy Helper Button Kids Meals Chart Using the Kids Meals ButtonUsing the Snack Bar Button Snack Bar ChartDefrosting Automatically Setting Cooking Times & Power LevelsPower Levels One-stage CookingUsing the More/Less Buttons Switching the Beeper On/OffSetting the Child Protection Lock Using the Kitchen TimerDemonstration Mode Auto Reheat ChartCooking Utensils Testing UtensilsCooking Instructions Cooking Techniques General TipsGuide for Cooking Poultry in Your Microwave Cooking GuideGuide for Cooking Meat in Your Microwave Guide for Cooking Vegetables in Your Microwave Guide for Cooking Seafood in Your MicrowaveGuide for Cooking Eggs in Your Microwave Auto Defrosting Guide Beef, PorkBroccoli and Cheese Casserole RecipesBeef and Barley Stew Warm Potato Salad Black Bean SoupAppendix Troubleshooting GuideCare and Cleaning Specifications What is not covered by these warranties WarrantyLimited One Year Warranty Parts and Labor If you need serviceQuick Reference