Amana THE BIG OVEN ACF4215A User Manual

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Features12-hour automatic cancelThis safety feature prevents oven from continuing to operate if it has Ijeen left on for over 12 hours. If a cooking f

Display and SignalsDistal Oven ControlOVENnAIGHT^«PREHEAT «UXIKEDCLEANOVENOFF• WMBROILBAKE PUSH TO TURNClock also displays time of day.LightsDescripti

Using the Oven ControlDistal Oven Control• PREHEAT «LOCKEDCLEANOVENOFFWMBROILBAKE PUSH TO TURNFlashing DisplayWhen power is connected or intemipted, o

Using the Oven Control (cont’d)CLEAN BROILOVENOFFWMBakingWhile oven is still cool, remove any stored items from the oven cavity.1. Place racks in des

Using the Oven Control (cont’d)What's the difference between TIMED and DELAYED cooking?When using TIMED cooking, the oven begins to heat immediat

Using the Oven Control (cont’d)OVENOFFWMwPUSH TO TURNSelf-cleaningSelf-clean feature uses high oven temperature to clean oven interior.For the oven to

Using the Oven Control (cont’d)A WARNINGTo avoid risk of personai injury, do not touch oven vents, or area around vents, during seif-cleaning. These a

CookingBaking GuidelinesWhen baking with a new oven, keep in mind temperatures vary from oven to oven. Store-bought thermometers are generally not acc

Cooking (contad)Common Baking ProblemsIf you begin to notice consistent problems refer to the chart below for possible solutions, if results are still

Cooking (cont’d)Meat BasicsWhile cooking has always been a talent, it is now becoming a science, also. Amana provides this information as a guide to a

Thank you for buying an Amana Range!Please take the time to complete the registration card and return promptly.If the registration card is missing, ca

Cooking (cont’d)Broiling GuidelinesBroiling Is a dry heat cooking method that allows a restaurant quality charbroiled flavor. Meat is exposed directly

Cooking (cont’d)Roasting GuidelinesTender cuts such as rib and loin cuts are best cooked by dry heat methods,such as roasting. To roast:1. Heat oven

Cooking (cont’d)Braising GuidelinesLess tender cuts such as those from the round, chuck, brisket and shank require moist cooking. A lo

Care and CleaningRemoving Oven Door1. Fully open oven door.Push hinge locks down toward doorframe, to the unlocked position.• This may require a flatb

Care and Cleaning (cont’d)A WARNINGTo avoid risk of bums or electricalshock:• disconnect electrical supply to oven before changing light bulb.• befo

Care and Cleaning (cont’d)Caring for the smoothtopFor routine cleaning, allow top to coo! before cleansing. Wash surface with a dampened cloth and smo

Care and Cleaning (cont’d)Cleaning Stainless SteelDamage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of cleaning products, or using non-recommended

TroubleshootingYou may save time and money by checking items beiow before caiiing for service. List inciudes common concerns that are not the resuit o

Troubleshooting (cont’d)NOISEFrequent cycling off and on of oven.NonnalTo maintain a temperature for baking, the oven cycles on and off.Cracking or po

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONA WARNINGTo reduce risk of the appliance tipping, It must be secured by a properly installed anti-tip bracket(s). To verif

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (com d)ALL APPLIANCES1. Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified tec

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (co„, d)2.5.OVENS1. Use Care When Opening Door—Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food.Do Not Heat

Cooking on the SmoothtopCooking Safely with Surface ElementsA WARNINGTo avoid risk of serious personal injury, property damage, or fire, do not leav

Cookware SuggestionsWhat Should You Consider in Cookware?SelectAvoidFlat bottomed cookware.Cookware with rounded or warped bottoms.Pans with aluminum

Oven Cooking MethodsOven Cooking MethodsBakeBake (lower) and broil (upper) elements operate during bake. Bake element is not visible on the oven botto

Before Using the OvenOven Racks and Rack PositionsYour range has 6 oven rack positions to accommodate many types of cooking and cookware.Alummum FoilP