Using the Baking Tray
How to Use the Baking Tray in Your Amana Convection Microwave
The baking tray included with your Amana microwave lets you bake, roast, and crisp foods just like a traditional oven. However, because it is designed for convection and combination cooking, using it incorrectly can damage your appliance.
IMPORTANT: Never use the metal baking tray during standard Microwave cooking cycles. Using metal trays during regular microwave cycles causes arcing (sparking) and can permanently damage your microwave cavity. Always use oven mitts or heat-resistant gloves when removing the baking tray after cooking. It becomes extremely hot.
Quick Cooking Mode Guide
| Cooking Mode | Baking Tray Safe? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Convection or Bake | Yes | Safe to use. Heat circulates like a traditional oven. |
| Roast or Broil | Yes | Safe when using designated radiant heat settings. |
| Standard Microwave | No | Do not use. Can produce sparking and unit damage. |
Positioning the Baking Tray
For best cooking results, use a baking tray only in the recommended position.
- Place the baking tray on slide rails as shown below.
- Push in the tray till the stop position.
- Check that the baking tray is level.
- Choose Convection, Bake or Roast from your control panel.
Baking Tray Tips
- Center the baking tray on the rack. This will help with proper air circulation and even heat distribution.
- Do not all the tray to touch the interior side walls of the micrwave.
- Allow the tray to cool complete before washing with warm, soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge.
Purchase Replacement Tray
If your original baking tray is warped, scratched, or missing, replace it with an official factory-certified part:
- Baking Tray (W10587374) is available at some retailers, including Amazon.
- Replacement parts can be purchased at Amana Purchase Genuine Parts.
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