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AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

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  1. Control panel
  2. Identification plate (do not remove)
  3. Door
  4. Upper heating element/grill
  5. Light
  6. Turntable

CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION

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  1. ON / OFF
    For switching the oven on and off and for stopping an active function.
  2. MENU / FUNCTIONS DIRECT ACCESS
    For quick access to the functions and menu.
  3. NAVIGATION BUTTON MINUS For scrolling through a menu and decreasing the settings or values of a function.
  4. BACK
    For returning to the previous screen.
    During cooking, allows settings to be changed.
  5. D I SPLAY
  6. CONFIRM
    For confirming a selected function or a set value.
  7. NAVIGATION BUTTON PLUS
    For scrolling through a menu and increasing the settings or values of a function.
  8. OPTIONS / FUNCTIONS DIRECT ACCESS
    For quick access to the functions, settings and favorites.
  9. START
    For starting a function using the specified or basic settings.

ACCESSORIES

TURNTABLEWhirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - ACCESSORIESPlaced on its support, the glass turntable can be used with all cooking methods. The turntable must always be used as a base for other containers or accessories.
TURNTABLE SUPPORTWhirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - ACCESSORIES 1Only use the support for the glass turntable.
Do not rest other accessories on the support.
CRISP PLATEWhirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - ACCESSORIES 2Only for use with the designated functions. The Crisp plate must always be placed in the centre of theglass turntable and can be preheated when empty, using the special function for this purpose only. Place the food directly on the Crisp plate.
HANDLE FOR CRISP PLATE
Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - ACCESSORIES 3Useful for removing the hot Crisp plate from the oven.
WIRE RACKWhirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - ACCESSORIES 4This allows you to place food closer to the grill, for perfectly browning your dish.
Place the wire rack on the turntable, making sure that it does not come into contact with other surfaces.
The number and the type of accessories may vary depending on which model is purchased.
STEAMERWhirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - ACCESSORIES 5To steam foods such as fish or vegetables, place these in the basket (2) and pour drinking water (100 ml) into the bottom of the steamer (3) to achieve the right amount of steam.
To boil foods such as potatoes, pasta, rice or cereals, place these directly on the bottom of the steamer (the basket is not required) and add an appropriate amount of drinking water for the amount you are cooking.
For best results, cover the steamer with the lid (1) provided.
Always place the steamer on the glass turntable and only use it with the appropriate cooking functions, or with microwave function.
The steamer bottom has been designed also to be used in combination with the special Smart clean function.
Other accessories that are not supplied can be purchased separately from the After-sales Service.

FUNCTIONS

Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 6th SENSE
These functions automatically select the best emperature and cooking method for all types of food.

  • 6th SENSE REHEAT
    For reheating ready-made food that is either frozen or at room temperature. The oven automatically calculates the settings required to achieve the best results in the shortest amount of time. Place food on a microwave-safe and heatproof dinner plate or dish. At the end of reheating process, leaving to stand for 1-2 minutes will always improve the result, especially for frozen food.
    Do not open the door during this function.
    FOOD WEIGHT (g)
    DINNER PLATE 250 – 500
    Take out from packaging being careful to remove any aluminium foil
    SOUP 200 – 800
    Heat uncovered in separate bowls
    DINNER PLATE-FROZEN 250 – 500
    Take out from packaging being careful to remove any aluminium foil
    BEVERAGE 100 – 500
    Place a heat resistant plastic spoon into a mug or cup to prevent overboiling
    LASAGNE FROZEN 250 – 500
    Take out from packaging being careful to remove any aluminium foil
  • 6th SENSE COOK
    For cooking several kind of dishes and foods and achieving optimal results quickly and easily.
    FOOD WEIGHT (g)
    BAKED POTATOES 200 – 1000
    Brush with oil or melted butter. Cut a cross on top of the potato and pour with source cream and your favourite topping
    VEGETABLES 200 – 800
    Cut in pieces. Distribute evenly into a microwave safe container
    VEGETABLES-FROZEN 200 – 800
    Distribute evenly into a microwave safe container
    VEGETABLES-CANNED 200 – 600
    Distribute evenly into a microwave safe container
    POPCORN 100
    Always place the bag directly on the glass turntable. Pop only one
    bag a time
  • 6th SENSE CRISP
    For perfectly browning a dish, both on the top and bottom of the food. This function must only be usedwith the special Crisp plate.
    FOOD WEIGHT (g)
    THIN PIZZA FROZEN 200 – 600
    Take out from packaging being careful to remove any aluminium foil
    THICK PIZZA FROZEN 300 – 800
    Take out from packaging being careful to remove any aluminium foil
    HAMBURGERS 200 – 600
    Brush with oil and sprinkle with salt before cooking
    CHICKEN WINGS-FROZEN 200 – 500
    Distribute evenly in the crisp plate
    BREADED STICK-FROZEN 100 – 500
    Distribute evenly in the crisp plate
    Required accessories: Crisp plate, handle for the Crisp plate
  • 6TH SENSE STEAM
    For steam-cooking foods such as vegetables or fish, using the steamer provided. Distribute evenly the food into the steamer basket and and pour drinking water (100 ml) into the bottom of the steamer. The oven automatically calculates the settings required to achieve perfect results. During the initial part of the cooking, microwaves generate steam, bringing the water add into the bottom of the steamer to boil.
    FOOD WEIGHT (g)
    ROOTS & TUBERS 50 – 500
    VEGETABLES
    VEGETABLES-FROZEN
    FISH FILLETS
    CHICKEN FILLETS
    FRUIT
    Required accessories: Steamer

Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 1 6th SENSE RICE & PASTA
To quickly cook rice or pasta. This function must only be used in combination with the steamer.

FOOD PORTIONS WEIGHT (g)
RICE Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 2 100
Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 3 200
Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 4 300
Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 5 400
PASTA Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 2 70
Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 3 140
Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 4 210
Required accessories: Steamer bottom and lid

Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 6 CRISP
For perfectly browning a dish, both on the top and bottom of the food. This function must only be used with the special Crisp plate.

FOOD  DURATION (min.) 
Leavened cake 7-10
Hamburger 8 – 10 *

* Turn food halfway through cooking.
Required accessories: Crisp plate, handle for the Crisp plate
Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 7 MICROWAVE
For quickly cooking and reheating food or drinks.

POWER (W) RECOMMENDED FOR
1000 Quickly reheating drinks or other foods with a high water content.
800 Cooking vegetables.
650 Cooking meat and fish.
500 Cooking meaty sauces, or sauces containingm cheese or egg. Finishing o  meat pies or pasta bakes.
350 Slow, gently cooking. Perfect for melting butter or chocolate.
160 Defrosting frozen foods or softening butter and cheese.
90 Softening ice cream.
ACTION FOOD POWER (W) DURATION (min.)
Reheat 2 cups 1000 1 – 2
Reheat Mashed potatoes (1 kg) 1000 9 – 11
Defrost Minced Meat (500 g) 160 13 – 14
Cook Sponge cake 800 6 – 7
Cook Egg custard 650 11 – 12
Cook Meat loaf 800 18 – 20

Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 8 GRILL
For browning, grilling and gratins. We recommend turning the food during cooking.

FOOD  DURATION (min.) 
Toast 5 – 6
Prawns 18 – 22

Recommended accessories: Wire rack
GRILL+MW
For quickly cooking and gratinating dishes, combining the microwave and grill functions.

FOOD POWER (W) DURATION (min.)
Potatoes gratin 650 20 – 22
Roast chicken 650 40 – 45

Recommended accessories: Wire rack
JET DEFROST
For quickly defrosting various different types of food simply by specifying their weight. Always place the food directly on the glass turntable for best results.
CRISP BREAD DEFROST
This exclusive Whirlpool function allows you to defrost frozen bread. Combining both Defrost and Crisp technologies, your bread will taste and feel as if it were freshly baked. Use this function to quickly defrost and heat frozen rolls, baguettes & croissants. The Crisp Plate must be used in combination with this function.

FOOD WEIGHT
CRISP BREAD Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 11 50 – 800 g
MEAT 100 g – 2.0 kg
POULTRY 100 g – 2.5 kg
FISH 100 g – 1.5 kg
VEGETABLE 100 g – 2.0 kg
BREAD 100 g – 1.0 kg

Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 12 TIMERS
For editing function time values.
Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 13 MINUTEMINDER
For keeping time without activating a function.
Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 14 SMART CLEAN
The action of the steam released during this special cleaning cycle allows dirt and food residues to be removed with ease. Pour a cup of drinking water into the supplied steamer bottom (3) only or on a microwave proof container and activate the function.
Required accessories: Steamer
Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 15 FAVORITES
For retrieving the list of 10 favorite functions.
Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 16 SETTINGS
For adjusting the oven settings.
When “ECO” mode is active the brightness of the display will be reduced to save energy and lamp switches off after 1 minute.
When “DEMO” is “On” all commands are active and menus available but the oven doesn’t heat up. To deactivate this mode, access “DEMO” from “SETTINGS” menu and select “Off”.
By selecting “FACTORY RESET”, the product switches off and then it returns to first switch on. All settings will be deleted.

FIRST TIME USE

  1. SELECT THE LANGUAGE
    You will need to set the language and the time when you switch on the appliance for the first time: “English” will show on the display.Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 17Press + or – to scroll through the list of available languages and select the one you require.
    Press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 to confirm your selection.
    Please note: The language can subsequently be changed by selecting “LANGUAGE” in “SETTINGS” menu, available by pressing Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 16.
  2. SET THE TIME
    After selecting the language, you will need to set the current time: The two digits for the hour will flash on the display.Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - SET THE TIMEPress + or – to set the current hour and press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 : The two digits for the minutes will flash on the display.
    Press + or – to set the minutes and press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 to confirm.
    Please note: You may need to set the time again following lengthy power outages. Select “CLOCK” in “SETTINGS” menu, available by pressing Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 16.
  3. CLEAN THE OVEN
    A new oven may release odours that have been left behind during manufacturing: this is completely normal. Before starting to cook food, we therefore recommend cleaning the oven with it empty in order to remove any possible odours.
    Remove any protective cardboard or transparent film from the oven and remove any accessories from inside it.
    Activate the “Smart Clean” function. Follow the instructions for setting the function correctly.
    Please note: It is advisable to air the room after using the appliance for the first time.

DAILY USE

1. SELECT A FUNCTION
Press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - PORTIONS 2 to switch on the oven: the display will show the last running main function or the main menu.
The functions can be selected by pressing the icon for one of the main functions or by scrolling through a menu.
To select a function contained in a menu, press + or – to select the desired one, then press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 to confirm.
Please note: Once a function has been selected, the display will recommend the most suitable level for each function.
2. SET THE FUNCTION
After having selected the function you require, you can change its settings. The display will show the settings that can be changed in sequence. Pressing Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - PORTIONS 3 allows you to change the previous setting again.
POWERWhirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - SET THE TIME 1When the value flashes on the display, press + or – to change it, then press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 to confirm and continue with the settings that follow (if possible).DURATION
DURATIONWhirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATIONWhen the Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 1 icon flashes on the display, press + or – to set the cooking time you require and then press to confirm.
Please note: You can adjust the cooking time that has been set during cooking by pressing Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 2 : press + or – to amend it and then press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 to confirm.
In non-microwave functions you do not have to set the cooking time if you want to manage cooking manually (untimed): Press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 or Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 3 to confirm and start the function.
By selecting this mode, you cannot program a delayed start.
END TIME (START DELAY)
In functions which do not activate the microwave such as “Grill”, once you have set a cooking time you can delay starting the function by programming its end time. In microwave functions the end time is equal to the duration. The display shows the end time while the Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 4 icon flashes.Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 5Press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 or Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 3 to set the time you want cooking to end, then press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 to confirm and activate the function. Place the food in the oven and close the door: The function will start automatically after the period of time that has been calculated in order for cooking to finish at the time you have set.
Please note: Programming a delayed cooking start time will disable the oven preheating phase: The oven will reach the temperature you require gradually, meaning that cooking times will be slightly longer than expected. During the waiting time, you can press + or – to amend the programmed end time or press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - PORTIONS 3 to change other settings. By pressing Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 2 , in order to visualize information, it is possible to switch between end time and duration.
. 6th SENSE
These functions automatically select the best cooking mode, power and duration for all the dishes available.
When required, simply indicate the charachteristic of food to obtain an optimal result.
WEIGHT / PORTIONSWhirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - PORTIONSTo set the function correctly, follow the indications on the display, When prompted, press + or – to set the required value then press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 to confirm.
DONENESS
In 6 th Sense functions it is possible to adjust the doneness level.Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - PORTIONS 1When prompted, press or to select the desired level between Light/Low (-1) and Extra/High (+1). Press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 or Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 3 to confirm and start the function.
3. ACTIVATE THE FUNCTION
At any time, if the default values are those desired or once you have applied the settings you require, press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 3 to activate the function.
Every time the Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 3 is pressed again, the cooking time will be increased by a further 30 seconds.
During the delay phase, by pressing Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 3 the oven will ask if you want to skip this phase, starting immediately the function.
Please note: At any time you can stop the function that has been activated by pressing Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 3.
If the oven is hot and the function requires a specific maximum temperature, a message will be shown on the display. Press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - PORTIONS 3 to return to previous screen and select a different function or wait for a complete cooling.
JET START
When the oven is switched off, press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 3 to activate cooking with the microwave function set at full power (1000 W ) for 30 seconds.
4. PAUSE COOKING / TURN OR STIR FOOD
PAUSE
By opening the door, the cooking will be temporarily paused through deactivating heating elements.
To resume the cooking, close the door and pressWhirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 3 .
Please note: During “6th Sense” functions open the door only when prompted.
TURN OR STIR FOOD
Some 6th Sense Cook recipes will require the food to turn or stir the food during cooking.Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - TURN OR STIR FOODAn audible signal will sound and the display shows the action to be done.
Open the door, do the action prompted by the display and close the door, then press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 3 to continue cooking.
Please note: When turning or stirring is needed, after 2 minutes, even if no action is performed, the oven will resume the cooking.
5. END OF COOKING
An audible signal will sound and the display will indicate that cooking is complete.Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - END OF COOKINGPress to continue cooking in manual mode adding time in steps of 30 seconds (in microwave functions) or 5 minutes (without microwave) or press + to extend the cooking time by setting a new duration. In both cases, the cooking parameters will be retained.
By pressing Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 or Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 3 the cooking starts again.
. FAVORITES
To make the oven easier to use, it can save up to 10 of your favorite functions.
Once cooking is complete the display will prompt you to save the function in a number between 1 and 10 on your list of favorites.Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - END OF COOKING 1If you would like to save a function as a favorite and store the current settings for future use, press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 otherwise, to ignore the request pressWhirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - PORTIONS 3 .
Once Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 has been pressed, press + or – to select the number position, then press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 to confirm.
Please note: If the memory is full or the number chosen has already been taken, the oven will ask you to confirm overwriting the previous function.
To call up the functions you have saved at a later time, press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 15 : The display will show your list of favorite functions.Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - END OF COOKING 2Press + or – to select the function, confirm by pressing Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 , and then press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 3 to activate.
. SMART CLEAN
Remove all accessories (with the exception of the glass turntable) from the microwave oven before activating the function.
Press to access the “Smart Clean” function.Press to activate the cleaning function: the display will prompt in sequence actions to be performed before starting the cleaning. Press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 anytime when done.
When required, pour a cup of drinking water into the supplied steamer bottom or in a microwave resistant container, then close the door.
After the last confirmation, press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - DURATION 3 to start the cleaning cycle.
Once finished, remove the container, finish the cleaning with the help of a smooth cloth and then dry the oven cavity using a damp microfibre cloth.
. MINUTEMINDER
When the oven is switched off, the display can be used as a timer. To activate this function, make sure that the oven is switched off and press + or – : The icon will flash on the display.
Press + or – to set the length of time you require and then press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 20 to activate the timer.
An audible signal will sound and the display will indicate once the minuteminder has finished counting down the selected time.Once the minuteminder has been activated, you can also select and activate a function. Press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - PORTIONS 2 to switch on the oven and then select the function you require.
Once the function has started, the timer will continue to count down independently without interfering with the function itself.
During this phase, it isn’t possible to see the minuteminder (only the Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - icon 13 icon will be displayed), that will continue counting down in background. To retrieve the minuteminder screen press Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - PORTIONS 2 to stop the function that is currently active.
. KEYLOCK
To lock the keypad, press and hold Whirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - PORTIONS 3 for at least five seconds. Do this again to unlock the keypad.Please note: This function can also be activated during cooking. For safety reasons, the oven can be switched off at any time by pressingWhirlpool AMW 6440 FB Microwave Oven - PORTIONS 2.

CLEANING

Make sure that the appliance has cooled down before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning.
Never use steam cleaning equipment.
Do not use wire wool, abrasive scourers or abrasive/ corrosive cleaning agents, as these could damage the surfaces of the appliance.
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES

  • Clean the surfaces with a damp microfibre cloth. If they are very dirty, add a few drops of pH-neutral detergent. Finish off with a dry cloth.
  • Clean the glass in the door with a suitable liquid detergent.
  • At regular intervals, or in case of spills, remove the turntable and its support to clean the bottom of the oven, removing all food residue.
  • Activate the “Smart clean” function for an optimum cleaning of the internal surfaces.
  • The grill does not need to be cleaned as the intense heat burns away any dirt. Use this function on a regular basis.

ACCESSORIES
All accessories are dishwasher safe with the exception of the Crisp plate.
The Crisp plate should be cleaned using water and a mild detergent. For stubborn dirt, rub gently with a cloth. Always leave the Crisp plate to cool down before cleaning.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Possible cause Solution
The oven is not working. Power cut.
Disconnection from the mains.
Check for the presence of mains electrical power and whether the oven is connected to the electricity supply.
Turn off the oven and restart it to see if the fault persists.
The oven makes noises, even when it is
switched off.
Cooling fan active. Open the door or hold or wait until the cooling process has finished.
The display shows the letter “F” followed
by a number.
Software fault. Contact you nearest Client After-sales Service Centre and state the number following the letter “F”.

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