KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
MICROWAVE OVEN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome ................................................... 1
Safety Instructions ............................ 2-3
Installation............................................... 3
Controls At A Glance ........................... 4
Touch Control Panel ............................. 5
Operating Basics............................... 6-10
Special Features ............................. 10-12
Care and Cleaning ............................... 13
Answers to Questions ........................ 13
Before You Call..................................... 14
Warranty.................................... Back Page
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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 par-
ticularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the: (1) door
(bent), (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.
Welcome
Welcome and congratulations
on your purchase of a Maytag
Microwave Oven! Your complete satisfaction is very important to us.
Read this manual for best
results. It contains instructions to
acquaint you with proper operating
and maintenance procedures.
Save time and money. If something should
go wrong, we suggest consulting the
“Before You Call” section in the back of this
book. It is designed to help you solve basic
problems before consulting a servicer.
However, should you need assistance, it is helpful to:
1) Have complete model and serial number identification of your microwave. This is located on a data plate
on the left side of the oven opening. Record these numbers below for easy access.
Model Number
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
Serial Number
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
2) Have proof of original date of purchase.
Please save your sales receipt.
For additional questions, please contact us:
Maytag Appliances Sales Company
Attn: CAIR
SM
Center
P.O. Box 2370
Cleveland, TN 37320-2370
1-800-688-9900 (USA)
1-800-688-2002 (CANADA)
1-800-688-2080 (U.S. TTY for deaf, hearing
impaired or speech impaired)
(Mon.–Fri., 8am–8pm Eastern Time)
Internet: http://www.maytag.com
For service and warranty information, see back page.
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Model: MMC5000A
NOTE: In our continuing effort to improve the quality of
our appliances, it may be necessary to make changes to
the appliance without revising this guide.
PRECAUTIONS TO
AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE
ENERGY
Registration
Federal law requires registration of all microw av e ov ens.
To comply with the law, please fill out the CUSTOMER
REGISTRATION CARD packaged in the oven.
1. Check the model and serial numbers on the card to
see that they match the numbers on the data plate.
The data plate is located on the left inside wall of the
oven opening. If the numbers on the card are not the
same as those on the data plate, cross out the numbers on the 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 card.
If you move or are not the original owner of this oven,
you must by law renew the registration. Send the
renewal registration information to: Maytag Customer
Service, Warranty Administration, P.O. Box 4970,
Cleveland, TN 37320-4970.
Renewal Registration information must provide: a) Your
name and address and b) the microwave oven’s model
and serial numbers.
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 1.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to
properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS” on page 3.
4. Install or locate this appliance in accordance with the
provided installation instructions.
5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers – for example, closed glass jars – may explode
and should not be heated in this oven. In rare instances,
poached eggs have been known to explode. Cover
poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute
before cutting into them.
6. Foods with unbroken outer “skin” such as potatoes,
sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other
giblets, and egg yolks (see previous caution) should be
pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking.
“Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic
bags should be slit, pierced, or vented.
7. Do not heat, store or use flammable materials in or
near the oven. Fumes can create a fire hazard or e xplosion.
8. Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is
specifically designed to heat, cook, or defrost food. It
is not designed for industrial, laboratory, or commercial use. It is intended for home use only. Do not use
for drying clothes, linens, newspaper, or similar nonfood type items.
9. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary
when used by children.
10. 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 or dropped.
11. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified
service personnel. Contact nearest authorized Maytag
service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
12. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
13. Do not use or store this appliance outdoors. Do not use
this product near water – for example, near a kitchen
sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and
the like.
14. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
15. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
16. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
17. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come
together on closing the door, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft
cloth.
18. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if
paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are
placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. Avoid
using recycled paper products. Do not use newspaper or other printed paper in the oven. Such products sometimes contain impurities which could
ignite.
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags
before placing in oven.
c. If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven
door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power
cord, or shut off the power at the fuse or circuit
breaker panel.
d. Do not use the oven for storage. Do not leave paper
products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when
not in use.
e. Do not pop popcorn except in a microwave approv ed
popcorn popper or in a commercial package recommended especially for microwave ovens.
19. Do not operate the oven when empty or with an empty
utensil.
20. Do not lean on the oven door. The door is designed to
close tightly and seal properly for safe operation.
Leaning on the door may warp or break the hinges.
21. To avoid exposure to dangerous high voltage, DO
NOT REMOVE THE SPLATTER SHIELD inside
the oven cavity.
22. Liquids heated in certain shaped containers (especially
cylindrical-shaped containers) may become overheated
and splash out with a loud noise. For best results, stir
the liquid several times before heating. Always stir liquids several times between reheatings.
Continued on next page.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING —
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure
to excessive microwave energy:
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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
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Installation Instructions
Remove all packing materials both outside and inside
the oven before using the oven. The oven requires free
movement of air for proper operation. Do NO T block air
vents located underneath the oven. Also, do not remove
the feet from the bottom of the oven.
Grounding Instructions
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an
electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord
having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into a 120v, 15amp. outlet that is
properly installed and grounded.
WARNING
– Improper use of the grounding plug
can result in a risk of electric shock.
Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if
the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord
is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman
install an outlet near the appliance. OR,
23. Read and follow specific microwave oven preparation instructions on food packages or containers
(especially baby food). Above all, this is a cooking
appliance designed to prepare food.
24. Use only cooking utensils and accessories made for
use in the microwave and specifically described in
this manual.
25. Microwave oven manufacturers do not recommend
deep fat frying or frying in a microwave oven. Hot
oil can damage oven parts and utensils and even
result in skin burns.
26. Plastic wrap: Use only those types designed for
microwave oven use and avoid forming an air-tight
seal. Fold back a small corner or cut a small slit to
allow steam to escape.
27. Stay near the appliance while it is in use and check
cooking progress frequently. Leaving the appliance
unattended may result in overcooked food and possibly a fire in your oven.
28. Built-in Installations: (Microwave must be built-in
with a trim kit.) Do not mount any portion of the
microwave oven over a sink or any other heating or
cooking appliance unless the microwave oven has
been approved for use above the heating appliance.
See label on the trim kit for a list of approved
heating appliances. See installation instructions for
additional installation information.
29. TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less
than 3/4˝ deep; remove top foil cover and return tray
to box. When using metal in microwave oven, keep
metal at least 1 inch away from the sides of the oven.
30. Do not defrost frozen beverages in narrow necked
bottles.
31. Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food. Potholders may be
needed to handle the cookware.
32. Do not try to melt paraffin wax in the oven. Paraffin
wax will not melt in a microwave oven because it
allows microwaves to pass through it.
33. Never use sharp-edged utensils in or near the oven.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(cont.)
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
If it is absolutely necessary to use an extension cord, use
only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade
grounding plug, and a 3 slot receptacle that will accept
the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the
extension cord shall be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.
Interference Note
Microwave ovens generate radio frequency energy
during operation, and if not installed properly may cause
interference to radio and television reception. You can
determine if this unit is causing interference by turning
it on and off while the interference is occurring. If interference occurs, it may be corrected by one or more of
the following measures:
• clean door and sealing surfaces of the oven;
• reorient the television or radio receiving antenna;
• relocate the oven with respect to the television or
radio receiver, and/or
• plug the oven into a different outlet so that it and the
television or radio receiver are on different circuits.
If the interference persists, you may want to consult an
experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions.
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Controls At A Glance
DATA PLATE
COOKING GUIDE LABEL
LIGHT
DISPLAY WINDOW
WINDOW – To view the foods
while cooking. No microwaves
can pass through the metal
shield in this window.
DOOR LATCH – These will slide into
the interlock. If door is not completely
closed, the oven will not operate.
TURNTABLE – Composed of glass tray and
roller guide. The roller guide is placed first in
the bottom of the microwav e and supports the
glass tray. Both parts must be in place when
using the microwave oven. The turntable will
rotate whenever the oven is in use.
SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
– Safety latches are in the microwave
oven door. All ovens have at least two
latches which stop the operation of the
oven when the door is opened.
TOUCH CONTROL
PANEL
– (See more
detailed diagram on
page 5)
DOOR LEVER
– Push to open
the door.
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Audible Signals
Audible Signals are available to guide you when setting and using your oven:
• A programming beep will sound each time you touch a pad.
• One long beep will sound when the oven is first plugged in.
• Three long beeps signal the end of a cooking cycle.
• Three short beeps signal an incorrect entry.
• Series of three short beeps signal you to check the food.
Touch Control Panel
FROZEN PIZZA PAD
– See page 11.
POPCORN PAD
– See page 10.
DINNER PLATE PAD
– See page 10.
DEFROST PAD
– See page 8-9.
NUMBER PADS
POWER LEVEL PAD
– See page 7.
CLOCK/AUTO
START PAD
–
See page 6 & 12.
QUICK 30 SECONDS
PAD
– See page 6.
DRINK PAD –
See page 11.
WEIGHT PAD
– See page 11.
AUTO COOK PAD
– See page 11.
DISPLAY WINDOW
CLEAR/OFF PAD – Touch
to stop cooking or clear
Display of incorrect entry.
START PAD – Touch
to start cooking.
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• After plugging in the oven or after a power outage,
the Display will show “:0”. Set the clock following
the directions above.
• The “time-of-day” clock is a 12 hour clock.
• If set, the time of day will always be displayed when
no other cooking function is being used.
Operating Basics
Time-of-Day Clock
Time Cooking
Basic Instructions
1. Touch the Clock/Auto Start Pad. The Display will
show “12H”.
2. Set the time of day by touching the appropriate
numbers. The set time will flash.
3. Touch the Clock/Auto Start Pad. The set numbers
will stop flashing, however, the colon continues to
flash.
Basic Instructions
1. Enter the cooking time by using the number pads.
For example, for 1 1/2 minutes touch numbers
1, 3, 0.*
2. Touch the Start Pad.
• The cooking time will appear in the Display
Window.
• The oven will start cooking and time countdown
will begin.
• The oven will stop automatically when the time is
done and beep three times.
• The time of day will reappear in the Display.
* Note:Full power is automatic. If you wish to use a dif-
ferent power level, follow the instructions on page 7.
• Start with the shortest recommended time and add
more time as needed.
• Check the food as it cooks.
• The oven door can be opened any time during operation. It will automatically stop and maintain the
time setting until the door is closed and the Start
Pad is touched again.
Quick 30 Seconds
The Quick 30 Seconds Pad provides a convenient way
to heat foods at full power with one touch of a pad. The
microwave starts automatically after the pad is touched.
By repeatedly touching the pad, you can heat foods from
30 seconds to 5 minutes.
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Basic Instructions
1. Touch the Power Level Pad.*
2. Enter the power level.**
3. Enter the cooking time.
4. Touch the Start Pad.
* For HI, touch Power Level Pad Twice.
** See Power Level Guide below.
Example: If the recipe calls for cooking with 50% power
for 3 minutes, you would touch: the Power Level Pad;
then 5 (“50” will appear in Display Window); then the
number pads 3, 0, 0; then Start Pad.
HI
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
100
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
Med Hi
Med
Lo
Warm
For vegetables; beverages; quick reheating (observe closely to avoid
overcooking); generally for quickest cooking.
Sautéing vegetables.
For whole poultry, cheese and egg dishes; cooking certain seafood
(clams, oysters or scallops).
For cakes, quick breads and muffins
Reheating leftovers or for cooking recipes using precooked or
canned ingredients.
Reheating larger amounts of leftovers; cooking roasts.
Stewing or developing flavor in main dishes, soups or sauces;
cooking rice or pasta (after water is boiling); reheating pastries.
Defrosting; tenderizing less tender cuts of meat in liquid; cooking
dried beans, lentils or peas in water.
Softening cheese, butter or chocolate.
Keeping food(s) warm or taking chill off refrigerated foods before
serving.
* Guide gives percentage of magnetron “on” time at different power levels and suggested uses.
Operating Basics
Power Level Pad
Power
Level
Power
%
Name Suggested Uses
Power Level Guide*
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Defrost Pad
Use the defrost setting for defrost meats, poultry and seafood from .5 pounds to 6.5 pounds.
• Touch the Defrost Pad once for defrosting by weight.
• Touch the Defrost Pad twice for defrosting by time.
Basic Instructions
1. Touch the Defrost Pad once.
2. Enter the weight.* The defrosting time and power
levels are automatically calculated and appear in the
Display.
3. Touch the Start Pad.
* Enter the weight in pounds and tenths of a pound.
See Conversion Chart below.
• During defrosting, the oven will beep a series of
short beeps to signal that the food needs to be turned
or rearranged. Oven will continue operating if food
is not turned or rearranged. Three beeps signal the
end of defrosting.
1 to 2-oz.
3 to 4-oz.
5-oz.
6 to 7-oz.
8-oz.
9 to 10-oz.
11 to 12-oz.
13-oz.
14 to 15-oz.
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
If weight is in
ounces –
then weight is converted
to tenths-of-a-pound.
Conversion Chart
Defrosting by Time
Basic Instructions
1. Touch the Defrost Pad twice.
2. Enter the defrosting time.
3. Touch the Start Pad.
• When defrosting by time, the microwave oven cycles
on and off, alternating defrost and standing times.
See Time Defr ost Chart on page 9 for specific times
and procedures.
• When the Start Pad is touched, the Time Defrost
indicator starts blinking to show that the oven is in
the Time Defrost mode.
• The Display counts down the time to show how
much defrosting time is left.
• During defrosting, the oven will beep a series of
short beeps to signal that the food needs to be turned
or rearranged. Oven will continue operating if food
is not turned or rearranged. Three beeps signal the
end of defrosting.
Defrost by Weight
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Operating Basics
Break apart and remove thawed portions with fork.
Break apart and remove thawed portions with fork.
Turn over when oven beeps. Shield ends or thinner
areas with foil.
Separate and rearrange once.
Turn over when oven beeps. Shield ends or thinner
areas with foil.
Separate and rearrange once.
Break apart and remove thawed portions with fork.
Turn meat over and rearrange, separate once.
Turn chicken over. Shield wing tips, leg ends and
breast areas with foil. Breast side down.
Separate and rearrange once.
Separate and rearrange once.
Separate and rearrange once. Shield as needed.
Items and Weight
Defrosting
Time
Standing
Time
Procedures and Techniques
Beef
Ground Beef/1 lb.
Ground Beef/2 lbs.
Beef Roast, boneless/3 lbs.
Steaks/1˝ thick
Pork
Pork Roast, boneless/3 lbs.
Pork Chops/1 lb.
Ground Pork/1 lb.
Spareribs/12lbs.
Poultry
Whole Chicken/3 lbs.
Chicken Breasts boneless/1 lb.
Chicken Thighs/2 lbs.
Fish
Fish Fillets/1 lb.
10-12 min.
18-20 min.
26-28 min.
7-8 min.
26-28 min.
7-8 min.
10-12 min.
15-16 min.
20-22 min.
7-8 min.
18-23 min.
10-11 min.
5 min.
8-12 min.
7-10 min.
5-7 min.
10-15 min.
5-7 min.
5-7 min.
5-7 min.
10-15 min.
5-7 min.
8-13 min.
5-7 min.
Time Defrost Chart
Defrosting Tips
1. Do not defrost covered meat. Covering might allow
cooking to take place. Al w ays remo v e outer wrap and
tray. Place food on a microwave-safe rack in a dish.
During defrost, juices accumulate in dish and may
become hot enough to cook the food. Elevating meat
off of the dish will prevent the bottom and side from
beginning to cook.
2. Begin defrosting whole poultry breast-side-down.
Begin defrosting roasts fat-side-down.
3. The shape of the package alters the defrosting time.
Shallow rectangular shapes defrost more quickly than
a deep block.
4. Defrost by Weight is programmed for specific
weights. Defrost results will be affected if you enter
an incorrect weight.
5. Defrost by Weight is programmed for frozen food at
0° F. If food is stored at a higher temperature, expect
shorter defrost times.
6. After 1/3 of the defrost time has elapsed, check the
food. You may wish to turn over, break apart,
rearrange or remove thawed portions of the food.
7. During defrost (weight or time), the oven will
prompt you to turn the f ood ov er. At this point, open
oven door and check the food. Follow the techniques
listed below for optimum defrost results. Then, close
oven door, touch Start Pad to complete defrosting.
• Turn Over: Roast, ribs, whole poultry, turkey
breasts, hot dogs, sausages, steaks, or chops.
• Rearrange: Break apart or separate steaks, chops,
hamburger patties, ground meat, chicken or seafood
pieces, chunks of meat such as stew beef.
• Shield: Use small strips of aluminum foil to protect
thin areas, edges of unevenly shaped foods such as
chicken wings. To prevent arcing, do not allow foil
to come within 1-inch of oven walls or door.
• Remove: To prevent cooking, thawed portions
should be removed from the oven at this point. This
may shorten defrost time for foods weighing less
than 3-lbs.
8. After defrosting, allow food to stand 10 to 20 minutes
if there are any icy areas. If large solid roasts, such as
sirloin tip or rump roasts, are not completely thawed
after standing, return roast to oven and program
Defrost by Weight for 1 lb.
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Two Stage Cooking
This feature lets you program two sequential operations
such as defrosting and cooking or cooking using two different power levels. It automatically changes power settings and cooking time.
Basic Instructions
1. Touch the Power Level Pad.*
2. Enter the power level.
3. Enter the cooking time.
4. Touch the Power Level Pad.**
5. Enter the power level.
6. Enter the cooking time.
7. Touch the Start Pad.
Basic Instructions
1. Touch the Popcorn P adonce for 3.5 oz. package or
2. Touch the Popcorn P adtwice for 1.75 oz. package.
Basic Instructions
1. Touch Dinner Plate Pad.
* If you wish to cook on HI, skip step 2.
** If you wish to cook on HI, skip steps 4 and 5.
Special Features
Popcorn Pad Dinner Plate Pad
• The Popcorn Pad has been automatically set for the
correct cook time for 3-3.5 oz. and 1.75 oz. bags of
popcorn.
• Listen as the popcorn pops and stop the microwave
when the popping slows down to 3 seconds apart.
• Do not try to repop unpopped kernels or reuse a bag.
• Pop only one package at a time.
• The display will briefly show “11” and then “2:20”
as cooking begins.
• Place meat and dense vegetables to the outside of the
plate.
• Place delicate foods in the center of the plate.
• Cover the plate with wax paper to hold steam around
most foods except rare meats or vegetables with crisp
exteriors.
• When the Start Pad is touched, both Memory 1 and
2 indicator lights come on in the Display. Memory 1
indicator light starts blinking during the first stage of
cooking. At the end of the first stage of cooking, the
oven will beep and Memory 2 indicator light starts
blinking as the second stage of cooking starts.
• Three beeps signal the end of cooking.
• The audible beep between stages can serve as a
reminder to add foods or ingredients.
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Basic Instructions
1. Touch the Frozen Pizza Pad.
Basic Instructions
1. Touch the Drink Pad once for 1 cup/mug.
2. Touch the Drink Pad twice for 2 cups/mugs.
3. Touch the Drink Pad three times for 3 cups/mugs.
Basic Instructions
1. Touch the Auto Cook Pad until the food category
desired is displayed.*
2. Touch the Weight Pad until the number in the
Display is the quantity desired.*
Auto Cook
* Note: See chart below or the cooking Guide Label on
the front of the oven cavity.
• Auto Cook has preset times and power levels for
three food categories: baked potatoes, fresh vegetables and soup.
• The Display will show cooking time and the oven
automatically starts cooking.
Baked
Potato
Fresh
Vegetable
Soup
AC-1
AC-2
AC-3
1-Touch Weight Pad once.
2-Touch Weight Pad twice.
3-Touch Weight Pad three times.
8 oz. - Touch Weight Pad once.
12 oz. - Touch Weight Pad twice.
8 oz. - Touch Weight Pad once.
12 oz. - Touch Weight Pad twice.
Code Quantity
Food
Item
Auto Cook Code
Frozen Pizza
Special Features
• The Display will briefly show “7” and then start
cooking.
• Cook only one pizza at a time weighing approximately 7 oz.
• Follow manufacturer’s directions.
• Use only frozen pizza labeled microwaveable.
Drink Pad
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Auto Start
The Auto Start feature allows you to program your
oven to begin cooking at a preset time of day – up to a
delay of 11 hours and 59 minutes. You can program two
sequential operations using two different power levels.
Basic Instructions
1. Touch the Power Level Pad.
2. Enter the power level.
3. Enter the cooking time.*
4. Touch the Power Level Pad.
5. Enter the power level.
6. Enter the cooking time.
7. Touch the Clock/Auto Start Pad.
8. Enter the clock time you want the oven to start.
9. Touch the Start Pad.**
* If you wish to cook with one Stage, omit steps 4, 5 & 6.
** The oven will start cooking at the set time. If the door
is opened before the start time is reached, touch the
Start Pad to resume the Auto Start option.
• You cannot use the Auto Start with the following
options: Popcorn, Frozen Pizza, Drink, Dinner
Plate, Defrost and Auto Cook.
• Do not use foods containing baking powder or yeast
when using Auto Start. They will not rise properly.
• Warning: Do not use foods that will spoil while
waiting for cooking to start, such as dishes with milk
or eggs, cream soups and cooked meats or fish. Any
food that has to wait for cooking to start should be
very cold or frozen before it is put in the oven.
Unfrozen foods should nev er stand mor e than tw o
hours before cooking starts.
Do not allow food to remain in the oven for more
than two hours after end of cooking cycle.
To check Auto Start Time
Touch the Clock/Auto Start Pad. The programmed
Auto Start time will appear in the Display for 3 sec-
onds.
Tips on setting Auto Start
• Before setting, check that the correct time of day is
displayed.
• If you hear the fan start when you touch the Start
Pad, you have not set the oven properly. Touch the
Clear/Off Pad and start over.
Child Safety Lock
The oven operation can be locked to prevent a child
from accidentally turning it on. All oven functions can
be locked.
T o set:T ouch and hold the Clear/Off Padfor three sec-
onds. The lock indicator lights and the oven beeps.
To cancel: Touch and hold the Clear/Off Pad for three
seconds. The lock indicator light goes off and the
oven beeps.
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Care and Cleaning
Answers to Questions
About Your Microwave Oven
Cleaning the Microwave
Oven Interior
The oven interior should be cleaned after each use with
a damp cloth to keep it free from grease and soil buildup.
Stubborn soils can be removed with a plastic scrub pad.
When cleaning interior surfaces and surfaces of door
and oven that come together when the door is closed, use
only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with
a sponge or soft cloth.
Odors can be eliminated from the inside of the oven by
boiling a solution of one cup of water and several tablespoons of lemon juice in the oven for 5-7 minutes. This
also helps loosen any dried soil in the oven. Wipe off
excess moisture after use.
Do not spray or pour liquid cleansers directly onto a surface. Spray or pour cleanser onto a cloth or sponge and
then clean.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, oven cleaners, abrasive
cleaning pads or steel wool, as they can scratch or dull
oven surfaces.
Do not remove or insert knife around the stirrer cover to
clean, it may damage the cover or af fect the cooking performance of your oven.
Q. Can I open the door when the oven is operating?
A. The door can be opened anytime during the cooking
operation. The oven will automatically stop cooking
and the time setting will maintain until the door is
closed and the Start Pad is touched.
Q. What causes the oven interior light and display to
dim when using a Variable Power Level?
A. This is normal and indicates the oven is operating
and cycling properly.
Q. Why does steam and/or vapor escape around the
door and moisture droplets form on the inside of
the oven door?
A. This is normal occurrence – as food cooks, steam is
given off.
Oven Bottom
Wash oven bottom with hot sudsy water, rinse and dry.
Do not use excessive amounts of water when cleaning
the oven, especially around the turntable. Do not allow
water or cleaning agents to seep into turntable gears
located underneath.
Glass Tray/Turntable
Allow to cool before removing and cleaning. Wash in
soapy water or dishwasher.
Roller Guide
Clean frequently to prevent excessive noise. Wash in
soapy water or dishwasher.
Oven Light Bulb
This bulb is to be replaced by properly qualified service
personnel.
Q. What do the various beeps mean?
A. Short beep = any pad is touched.
Three short beeps = incorrect entry.
One long beep = oven plugged in.
Three long beeps = end of cooking (microwave will
turn off).
Series of three short beeps = check food to see if
turning or rearranging is needed.
Q. Can the oven be used with the glass tray or roller
guide removed?
A. No. Both the glass tray and roller guide must always
be used in the oven when cooking.
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Check the following to be sure a service call is really necessary.
If nothing on the oven operates:
• check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker.
• check if oven is properly connected to electric circuit
in house.
• check that controls are set properly.
• check that the cooking time is set.
If the oven interior light does not work:
• the light bulb may be loose or defective. Call a qualified servicer.
If oven will not cook:
• check that control panel was programmed correctly.
• check that door is firmly closed.
• check that Start Pad was touched.
• Auto Start may have been set.
• the Child Safety Lock may have been set.
If oven takes longer than normal to cook
or cooks too rapidly:
• be sure the Power Level is programmed properly.
• check instructions on food density, etc.
• verify that voltage to the microwave oven is not low.
If the time-of-day clock does not always
keep correct time:
• check that the power cord is fully inserted into the
outlet receptacle.
• check that the oven is properly grounded.
• try plugging the oven into an outlet on a separate
electrical circuit.
If oven floor or glass tray are hot:
• this is normal. The floor is absorbing heat from the
food.
If the interior of oven collects moisture:
• this is normal. Food gi ves of f moisture when cooking
and the steam collects on the door and the oven surface. Wipe off excess moisture from oven after each
use.
If food cooks unevenly:
• refer to your recipe for proper cooking procedures.
• be sure food is evenly shaped.
• be sure food is completely defrosted before cooking.
• check placement of aluminum strips used to prevent
overcooking.
If food is undercooked:
• check recipe to be sure all directions (amount, time,
and power levels) were correctly followed.
• check household voltage.
• try plugging the oven into an outlet on a separate
electrical circuit.
• be sure food was completely defrosted before
cooking.
If food is overcooked:
• check recipe to be sure all directions (amount, time,
and power levels) were correctly followed.
• the initial temperature of food may have been higher
than normal.
If arcing (sparks) occur:
• be sure microwave-safe dishes were used.
• be sure wire twist ties weren’t used.
• be sure oven wasn’t operated when empty.
If the display shows a time counting down
but the oven is not cooking:
• check that door is firmly closed.
Before You Call
For further assistance contact your Maytag Dealer or call Maytag Customer Service:
U.S. 1-800-688-9900 or Canada 1-800-688-2002
Full Two Year 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 from the date of original retail purchase through the fifth year,the following parts which fail in normal
home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge for the part itself, with the owner paying all other costs, including labor,
when the appliance is located in the United States or Canada: (1) Touch pad and microprocessor, (2) Magnetron tube, (3)
High voltage transformer, (4) High voltage capacitor (5) High voltage rectifier.
Limited Parts Warranty Outside the United States or Canada
For one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase, any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or
replaced free of charge for the part itself, with the owner paying all other costs, including labor, when the appliance is
located outside the United States or Canada.
Canadian Residents
This warranty covers only those appliances installed in Canada that have been listed with Canadian Standards Association
unless the appliances are brought into Canada due to transfer of residence from the United States to Canada.
Microwave Oven Warranty
What is Not Covered by These Warranties
1. Conditions and damages resulting from any of the
following:
a. Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
b. Any repair, modification, alteration, oradjustment
not authorized by the manufacturer or an authorized
servicer.
c. Misuse, abuse, accidents or unreasonable use.
d. Incorrect electric current, voltage or supply.
e. Improper setting of any control.
2. Warranties are v oid if the original serial numbers ha ve been
removed, altered, or cannot be readily determined.
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3. Light bulbs.
4. Products purchased for commercial or industrial use.
5. The cost of service or service call to:
a. Correct installation errors.
b. Instruct the user on the proper use of the product.
c. Transport the appliance to the servicer.
6. Consequential or incidental damages sustained by any
person as a result of any breach of these warranties.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
consequential or incidental damages, so the above
exclusion may not apply.
If You Need Service
• Call the dealer from whom your appliance was purchased or call Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer
Assistance at 1-800-688-9900, USA or 1-800-688-2002, CANADA to locate an authorized servicer.
• Be sure to retain proof of purchase to verify warranty status. Refer to WARRANTY (above) for further information on
owner’s responsibilities for warranty service.
• If the dealer or service company cannot resolve the problem, write to Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Attn: CAIR
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Center, P.O. Box 2370, Cleveland, TN 37320-2370, or call 1-800-688-9900, USA or 1-800-688-2002, CANADA.
U.S. customers using TTY for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired, call 1-800-688-2080.
NOTE: When writing or calling about a service problem, please include the following information:
a. Your name, address and telephone number; d. A clear description of the problem you are having;
b. Model number and serial number; e. Proof of purchase (sales receipt).
c. Name and address of your dealer or servicer;
• User’s guides, service manuals and parts catalogs are available from Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag
Customer Assistance.
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