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Amana MVH240W User Manual

Amana MVH240W
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R
Over-The-Range
Microwave Oven
Owner's Manual,
Cooking Guide, &
Installation Instructions
MVH240E
MVH240W
MVH240L
Attention:
Keep these instructions for future reference.
If microwave oven changes ownership, be sure
this manual accompanies microwave oven.

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Amana MVH240W Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAmana
ModelMVH240W
CategoryMicrowave Oven
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Precautions

Microwave Energy Exposure Precautions

Safety guidelines to prevent harmful exposure to microwave energy.

Important Safety Guidelines

Important Safety Instructions

Crucial instructions for safe operation and to avoid harm.

Regulatory Information

FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement

Information regarding FCC rules on radio frequency interference.

Product Information and Support

Product Identification and Service

Finding model number, ordering parts, and service contact information.

Technical and Electrical Specifications

Oven specifications, electrical ratings, requirements, and grounding.

Oven Features Overview

Microwave Oven Features Overview

Diagram identifying the main components and features of the oven.

Control Panel Overview

Oven Control Panel Layout

Diagram showing the arrangement and numbering of control panel buttons.

Control Panel Functions

Control Panel Function Descriptions

Detailed descriptions of each button and its operation on the control panel.

Operating Your Microwave

Understanding Microwave Oven Operation

Introduction to microwave cooking and basic oven operation.

Kitchen Timer and Clock Setup

Instructions for using the kitchen timer and setting the oven clock.

Control Panel Setup Options

Changing default settings like beep sound, clock, and display.

Operation Controls

Vent, Light, and Turntable Controls

Operating the vent fan, lights, and turntable.

Child Lock Feature

How to engage and disengage the child lock feature.

Basic Cooking Operations

Minute, Hold Warm, and Favorite Recipe

Using the MINUTE, HOLD WARM, and FAVORITE RECIPE functions.

Adjusting Cooking Time with More/Less

How to add or subtract cooking time in 10-second increments.

Cooking Power Levels

Cooking Power Levels

Cooking at high power, lower power, and multi-cycle cooking.

Lower Power Cooking Guide

Guide to Lower Power Cooking Levels

Table of power levels, output, and recommended food uses.

Special Cooking Functions

Specific Cooking Functions

Using POPCORN, BEVERAGE, POTATO, and AUTO COOK presets.

Auto Cook Details

Auto Cook Cooking Guide

Detailed directions for AUTO COOK categories like vegetables and rice.

Auto Reheat Details

Auto Reheat Guide

Using AUTO REHEAT for pizza, soup, casserole, and roll/muffin.

Auto Defrost Operation

Auto Defrost Operation and Tips

Using AUTO DEFROST and tips for best defrosting results.

Weight Conversion Chart for Defrosting

Chart to convert ounces to decimal pounds for defrosting input.

Meat Defrosting Guide

Auto Defrost Chart for Meats

Specific instructions for defrosting various types of meat.

Poultry and Fish Defrosting Guide

Auto Defrost Charts for Poultry and Fish

Specific instructions for defrosting poultry and fish.

Metal Rack Usage

Two Position Metal Rack Usage

Information on how to use the metal rack for cooking.

Cooking Best Practices

Achieving Best Cooking Results

General guidelines for optimal microwave cooking performance.

Fish and Shellfish Cooking

General directions and a cooking table for fish and shellfish.

Food Group Cooking Guides

Appetizers, Sauces, and Soups

Tips and techniques for cooking appetizers, sauces, and soups.

Meat Cooking Guidelines

General directions and preparation tips for cooking meat.

Meat Cooking Table

Meat Cooking Table

Table detailing cooking times and directions for different meat cuts.

Poultry Cooking Guides

Poultry Cooking Guidelines

General directions and preparation tips for cooking poultry.

Poultry Cooking Table

Table with cooking times and directions for poultry.

Pasta and Rice Cooking

Pasta and Rice Cooking

Tips for cooking pasta and rice, and cooking tables.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Oven Care and Cleaning

General advice for cleaning the microwave oven inside and out.

Filter and Charcoal Filter Maintenance

Cleaning grease filters and replacing charcoal filters.

Component Maintenance

Light Bulb Replacement

Steps for replacing cooktop/night light and oven light bulbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about oven operation and maintenance.

Utensil Safety

Microwave Utensil Guide

Guide on which utensils are safe and unsafe for microwave use.

Troubleshooting Guide

Before Calling for Service

Checklist to help diagnose and resolve issues before contacting service.

Installation Safety

Installation Safety First

Critical safety warnings and preliminary steps for installation.

Electrical and Grounding Safety

Installation Safety Warnings

Further safety warnings regarding grounding and microwave energy.

Installation Space and Support

Installation Space and Support Requirements

Guidelines for ensuring adequate space and structural support.

Installation Parts and Tools

Parts, Tools, and Materials Supplied

List of parts provided with the oven for installation.

Installation Preparation

Required Tools and Materials

List of tools and materials needed to perform the installation.

Electrical Connection Preparation

Step 1: Prepare Electrical Connections

Instructions for locating and preparing the electrical outlet.

Venting System Preparation

Step 2: Prepare Venting System

Guidance on preparing the oven's venting for installation.

Venting System Details

Standard Venting Fittings and Duct Length

Details on ductwork fittings and calculating total duct length.

Venting Blower Preparation

Step 3: Prepare Venting Blower

Instructions for preparing the blower unit for different venting setups.

Blower Preparation for Room-Venting

Room-Vented Blower Preparation

Specific steps for preparing the blower for room-vented installation.

Wall and Cabinet Preparation

Step 4: Prepare Wall and Cabinet

Steps for preparing the wall and upper cabinet using templates.

Drilling for Installation

Drilling Holes for Installation

Instructions for drilling necessary holes in the wall and cabinet.

Mounting Plate Installation

Step 5: Install Mounting Plate

Detailed steps for securely installing the oven's mounting plate.

Attaching Oven to Wall

Step 6: Attach Oven to Wall

Instructions for lifting and securing the oven to the wall.

Final Installation Steps

Roof-Vented Installation Connections

Steps for connecting ductwork and power for roof-vented installs.

Warranty Information

One Year and Magnetron Tube Warranties

Details of the full one-year and five-year magnetron tube warranties.

Owner's Responsibilities and Warranty Limitations

Owner's duties, items not covered, and warranty limitations.

Warranty Void Conditions and Liability Disclaimer

Conditions that void the warranty and liability for damages.

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