ManualCooking

NOTE: Manual cooking may be done in two stages.

To Use:

1.Place food on the turntable and close the door.

2.Touch COOK TIME.

Enter the length of time for cook.

If cooking with 100% power, skip Step 3.

3.Touch COOK POWER, then set the desired cooking power. See “Microwave Cooking Power.”

If cooking in stages, repeat steps 2 and 3 to set cook time and cooking power for the second stage.

4.Touch START.

The display will count down the cook time.

When the cycle ends. “END” will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound.

5.Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display.

The cook time and power may not be changed after touching START without interrupting cooking.

PresetCooking

The microwave oven has been programmed with common microwavable foods, their quantities, cook powers and cook times.

NOTE: During Popcorn function, as with all microwave cooking functions, the microwave oven should be attended at all times. Listen for popping to slow to 1 pop every 1 or 2 seconds, then stop the cycle.

Use the following chart as a guide for preset cooking.

FOOD

SERVING SIZE

INSTRUCTIONS

 

 

 

Popcorn*

3.5 oz (99 g)

Pop only one package at a

 

1.75 oz (50 g)

time. For bag sizes not listed

 

 

in this section, follow

 

 

directions on package.

 

 

 

Baked

1-4 medium,

Pierce each one several times

Potato

8-10 oz (227-

with a fork. Place on paper

 

283 g) each,

towel, around turntable

 

similar in size

edges, at least 1" (2.5 cm)

 

 

apart. Let stand 5 minutes

 

 

after cooking.

 

 

 

Pizza

1-2 slices, 4 oz

Place on paper towel or

(refrigerated)

(113 g) each

paper plate in the center of

 

 

the turntable.

 

 

 

Beverage

1-2 cups, 8 oz

Do not cover. The diameter of

 

(250 mL) each

the cup’s opening will affect

 

 

how the liquid heats.

 

 

Beverages in cups with

 

 

smaller openings may heat

 

 

faster.

 

 

 

Frozen

10 oz (283 g)

Remove from package.

Entrée

 

Loosen cover on 3 sides. If

 

 

entrée is not in microwave-

 

 

safe container, place on

 

 

plate, cover with plastic wrap,

 

 

and vent. Let stand

 

 

2-3 minutes after cooking.

FOOD

SERVING SIZE

INSTRUCTIONS

Dinner Plate

1 serving, about

Place food on plate, cover

(refrigerated)

10 oz (283 g)

with plastic wrap, and vent.

 

 

 

Fresh

1-4 cups

Place in microwave-safe

Vegetable

(250 mL-1 L)

container, and add 2-4 tbs

 

 

(30-60 mL) water. Cover with

 

 

plastic wrap, and vent. Stir

 

 

and let stand 2-3 minutes

 

 

after cooking.

 

 

 

*To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not use regular paper bags or glassware. For best cooking results, do not try to pop unpopped kernels. Use fresh bags of popcorn for optimal results. Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content. If using a microwave popcorn popper, follow manufacturer’s instructions.

To Use Preset Cooking:

1.Place food on the turntable and close the door.

2.Touch the desired food pad.

The display will show first programmed serving size. Touch the pad again to change quantity. See chart for available serving sizes.

3.Touch START.

The display will count down the cook time.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound.

4.Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display.

AutoDefrost

The Auto Defrost can be used or the microwave oven can be manually set to defrost.

Unwrap foods and remove lids (for example, from fruit juice containers) before defrosting.

Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than deep blocks.

Separate food pieces as soon as possible during or at the end of the cycle for more even defrosting.

Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such as chicken wings, leg tips and fish tails. See “Aluminum Foil and Metal” first.

The Auto Defrost feature uses weight input. It should not be used for food that has been left outside the freezer for more than

20 minutes, or for frozen ready-made food.

To Use Auto Defrost:

1.Place food, uncovered, on the turntable and close the door.

2.Touch AUTO DEFROST.

3.Enter the weight in pounds and tenths of a pound. Two digits must be used. (For example, enter “05” for 0.5 lb, or “43” for 4.3 lbs.)

Weight can be set from 0.1 lb to 6.5 lbs (45 g to 2.9 kg).

4.Touch START.

The display will count down the defrost time.

During defrosting, 5 tones will sound. These tones indicate it is time to check, turn, rearrange, or separate food. Open door, turn food if necessary, close door, and touch START to resume defrosting.

When the cycle ends, “END” will appear in the display, and the end-of-cycle tones will sound, followed by reminder tones.

5.Touch OFF or open the door to clear the display.

To Defrost Manually: Follow directions in “Manual Cooking” section, and use 30% cooking power. See “Microwave Cooking Power” chart.

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Amana AMC1070 manual ManualCooking, PresetCooking, AutoDefrost

AMC1070 specifications

The Amana AMC1070 is a compact yet powerful microwave designed to simplify cooking and heating tasks in smaller kitchens. This versatile unit is particularly suited for apartments, office spaces, or anywhere space is at a premium. With its user-friendly design and modern features, the AMC1070 stands out as a practical choice for many households.

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