Maytag UMC5100AD, User Manual

Page 1: ...1 USER S GUIDE AND COOKING GUIDE Microwave Oven Model UMC5100AD Read these instructions carefully before using your microwave oven Part no 8112p173 60 MCS p n 74005589 A 08 00 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...

Page 2: ...cifications subject to change without notice According to IEC 705 test procedures The IEC 705 test procedure is an internationally recognized method of rating microwave wattage output Please record yo...

Page 3: ...e card and write in the numbers as they appear on the data plate 2 Mail the card The return address is included on the reverse side of the card If you move or are not the original owner of this oven y...

Page 4: ...tic containers bags before placing them in the oven 4 This oven must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded outlet See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS on page 6 5 Install or locate this oven only in acc...

Page 5: ...d that is extremely low in moisture can cause fire charring or sparking Do not cook bacon directly on the turntable Excessive local heating of the turntable may cause it to break Do not heat baby bott...

Page 6: ...ill accept the plug on the appliance A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord Longer cord sets or extension cords m...

Page 7: ...may want to consult an experienced radio television technician for additional suggestions UTENSILS See following page for further instructions on materials you can use in microwave oven or to be avoid...

Page 8: ...ver food for reheating and absorbing fat Use with supervision for short term cooking warming only Parchment paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering or a wrap for steaming Plastic Microwave safe onl...

Page 9: ...return to its starting position at the end of cooking operation This is especially convenient for cups or other items with handles At the end of cooking 0 may remain in the display briefly to allow th...

Page 10: ...ctrical circuit is at least 15 amperes and that your microwave oven is the only appliance on the circuit It is necessary for you to purchase an Optional Kit for Built in Installation Contact the store...

Page 11: ...11 OPERATION OPERATION CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 1 2 3 7 10 9 13 12 15 11 8 14 4 6 5...

Page 12: ...th no guesswork Soup Beverage This selection requires entry of number of servings More Less Used to adjust cooking time for above menus 4 Custom Programs Page 22 5 Add 30 sec Page 20 6 Auto Defrost Pa...

Page 13: ...oven without setting the clock The clock display can be turned off See page 18 Optional Settings for more details CHILD LOCK OUT The oven has a safety feature which prevents use by children This feat...

Page 14: ...starts TIMED COOKING AND POWER LEVEL This basic microwave cooking method allows you to cook food for a desired time The oven can be programmed up to 99 minutes 99 seconds of cooking In addition to th...

Page 15: ...most casseroles Boiling water Preheating a browning dish P50 Medium Cooking custards and pasta Cooking rump roast ham veal lamb P90 Reheating rice and pasta P40 Cooking less tender cuts of meat in liq...

Page 16: ...EGETABLE 5 beeps may sound to remind you to stir turn or separate longer cooking vegetables If you do not open the door at the reminder beeps the oven will continue to complete cooking MORE LESS ADJUS...

Page 17: ...tly sealed plastic containers such as those with plastic snap closing lids REHEAT ENTREE FROZEN ENTREE Auto Sensor Reheat is best used for 1 2 servings Very dense foods e g frozen lasagna should be al...

Page 18: ...ck display can be turned off and back on twice 1 ON 2 OFF Beep on off The beep sound may be turned off and back on 3 times 1 ON 2 OFF Word Speed Setting The word speed can be changed to your preferenc...

Page 19: ...before center of food is defrosted shield with small pieces of aluminum foil Because some foods will still be icy in the center it is necessary to have standing time after defrosting the food in the o...

Page 20: ...P100 maximum power Allows you to extend a cooking time by 30 seconds without pressing START You can repeat this option up to 3 times during Timed Cooking Example To set 30 second cooking Note This fe...

Page 21: ...h paper towel Turn over once Poultry Chicken pieces 2 4 1 2 min 2 3 min Heat on microwave safe plate Cover with wax paper If fried cover with paper towel Chicken turkey sliced 3 5 oz 1 2 min Heat on m...

Page 22: ...m To delete a Custom Program Note For custom programming only Timed Cooking can be used For more details see page 14 for multi stage cooking Step Procedure Keypad 1 Press Custom Programs once No 1 app...

Page 23: ...of the dish Piercing Pierce the membrane of foods such as eggs oysters snails sausages livers clams and whole vegetables so they do not burst Pierce pouches when using cook in the bag food items Rehe...

Page 24: ...EE Food should be covered with plastic wrap or film Stir food after reheating Food that can not be stirred Ex lasagna should be allowed to stand covered for approximately 2 3 minutes after reheating W...

Page 25: ...in several places with a fork Place on paper towels Arrange potatoes in a circle end to end Avoid placing potatoes in the center of the turntable Allow 5 10 minutes standing time Asparagus broccoli br...

Page 26: ...vegetable oil 1 tbsp 15 mL balsamic or red wine vinegar 1 2 tsp 2 mL Dijon mustard Salt and pepper to taste 4 servings Trim asparagus so that stems will lie flat in microwave safe dish Add water Cover...

Page 27: ...125 mL Italian dressing 3 sliced bacon cooked 3 4 servings Place green beans and water in 1 1 2 quart 1 1 2 litre microwave safe casserole Cover with casserole lid Place in oven Cook on FROZEN VEGETA...

Page 28: ...uld be gray with clear juice Poultry Juices should be clear yellow when cooked Legs should move freely Fish and Seafood Should be opaque in color and flake easily To check internal temperature of vari...

Page 29: ...n over halfway through cooking Sausage links Wieners fresh 1 2 oz each 2 4 P100 P100 1 2 2 min 1 3 min 1 min 1 min Score or pierce before cooking Cover with wax paper Turn over once Bacon slices 2 4 P...

Page 30: ...y through cooking Cover with plastic wrap or lid Fish and Seafood Fish fillets 3 4 lb Fish steaks 2 6 oz each Scallops 1 lb Shrimp medium size shelled and cleaned 1 lb Whole fish stuffed or unstuffed...

Page 31: ...perate with oven empty Clean cavity with wet towel Food is not cooked defrosted enough or overcooked Materials to be avoided in microwave oven are used Oven ventilation ports are restricted The cookin...

Page 32: ...get good results even though I cooked food using Auto Sensor Cooking The food was not covered properly STOP CLEAR was pressed or the door was opened while the sensor was programming the right cooking...

Page 33: ...nd off This is normal Q Why is there steam coming out of the air exhaust vent A Steam is produced during cooking The microwave oven has been made to vent this steam out of the air exhaust vent Q What...

Page 34: ...n the oven for 2 minutes Steam will soften the soil To get rid of odors inside the oven boil a cup of water with some lemon juice in it REMOVABLE PARTS The following parts may be removed as described...

Page 35: ...soft cloth Rinse and dry To polish and help prevent fingerprints follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray Part No 20000008 Moderate Heavy Soil Wipe with one of the following Bon Ami or Soft Scrub using...

Page 36: ...ear Warranty For two 2 years from the date of original retail purchase any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge Limited Parts Warranty After the second year...

Page 37: ...he problem write to Maytag Appliances Sales Company Attn CAIR Center P O Box 2370 Cleveland TN 37320 2370 or call 1 800 688 9900 USA and 1 800 688 2002 Canada or 1 423 472 3333 U S customers using TTY...