TOSHIBA TMC16S4AST 1.6 Cu.ft Microwave Oven User Guide
- June 14, 2024
- Toshiba
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TOSHIBA TMC16S4AST 1.6 Cu.ft Microwave Oven
Product Information
The One Step Microwave is a versatile kitchen appliance that allows you to quickly and easily cook a variety of foods. With multiple cooking functions and power levels, you can easily customize your cooking experience. The microwave features a weight defrost function, a time defrost function, a sensor cook function, and preset menus for specific food items.
Specifications
- Weight range for defrosting: 0.1 to 6.0 lbs
- Time range for defrosting: 00:01 to 99:99
- Default defrost power: level 3
Product Usage Instructions
Instant Cooking
To perform instant cooking at 100% power:
- Press the desired number (1 to 3) to set the cooking time in minutes.
- Press the Start button (
▶) to start cooking.
Adding Time
To add 30 seconds of cooking time:
- Press the
▲button once.
Note: You can also press the ▲ button multiple times to add more
30-second intervals.
Weight Defrost
To defrost food based on its weight:
- Press the Cook Time button.
- Use the number pads to enter the cooking time.
- Press the Power Level button.
- Use the number pads (0 to 9) to select the desired power level.
- Press the Start button (
▶) to start cooking.
Time Defrost
To defrost food based on a specific time:
- Press the Auto Defrost button.
- Use the number pads to input the weight of the food to be defrosted.
- Press the Start button (
▶) to start defrosting.
Note: The weight range for time defrost is between 0.1 to 6.0 lbs. If you set a weight that is out of range, the input will be invalid.
Sensor Cook
To use the sensor cook function:
- Press the Menu button in the sensor cook section.
- Press the Start button (
▶) to start the sensor cook function. There is no need to set a specific time.
Note: The buzzer will beep twice when the sensor detects food steam. Refer to pages 20-23 of the user manual for more instructions on using the sensor cook function.
X2
To defrost food using the X2 function:
- Press the Auto Defrost button twice.
- Use the number pads to input the defrost time.
- Press the Start button (
▶) to start defrosting.
Note: The time range for X2 defrost is between 00:01 to 99:99.
If you set a time that is out of range, the input will be invalid.
The default defrost power is level 3.
Popcorn
To cook popcorn:
- Press the Popcorn button while the default weight is 1.75 lbs.
- To set a different weight, press the Popcorn button twice or three times to set 3.0 or 3.5 lbs.
- Then, press the Start button (
▶) to start cooking.
Preset Menu
The microwave includes preset menus for specific food items:
| Level | Power | Display | Menu | Weight | Additional Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 100% | PL10 | S-01 | 8~12 Oz | Reheat food is dinner plate. When sensor time |
finishes, Cooking
time counts down. Now you can mix it and then continue
reheating.
9| 90%| PL9| S-02| 6~12 Oz (170~340g)| If the weight is over 12 Oz, please set
the additional cooking
time manually.
8| 80%| PL8| S-03| 4~16 Oz (110~450g)| All pieces should be the same size.
Wash thoroughly, add 15ml
water per 125g vegetables, and cover with a lid or vented plastic
wrap. When cooking time counts down, press the Pause button
(▶▶) to pause and open the oven door to mix, and then
continue to cook.
7| 70%| PL7| S-04| 1~4 Units (6~8 Oz each one)| Pierce each potato with a fork
6 times around its surface.
Place potatoes around the edge of a paper towel-lined turntable. Do
not cover. If additional time is needed, continue to cook manually.
Please let stand for 5 minutes in the oven after finishing to avoid
burning.
6| 60%| PL6| S-05| 8~24 Oz (225~680g)| Break apart in a glass bowl or
colander. Cover with a lid or
vented plastic wrap. Juices should be clear when done. Drain. When
cooking time counts down, press the Pause button (▶▶) to
pause and open the oven door to mix, and then continue to
cook.
FAQ
- Q: What is the weight range for defrosting?
- A: The weight range for defrosting is between 0.1 to 6.0 lbs.
- Q: What happens if I set a weight that is out of range for defrosting?
- A: If you set a weight that is out of range, the input will be invalid and the defrosting process will not start.
- Q: What is the time range for X2 defrost?
- A: The time range for X2 defrost is between 00:01 to 99:99.
- Q: What is the default defrost power for X2 defrost?
- A: The default defrost power for X2 defrost is level 3.
- Q: How do I cook popcorn?
- A: To cook popcorn, press the Popcorn button while the default weight is 1.75 lbs. If you want to set a different weight, press the Popcorn button twice or three times to set 3.0 or 3.5 lbs. Then, press the Start button (
▶) to start cooking. - Q: Can I manually adjust the cooking time for preset menus?
- A: Yes, if the weight is over the specified range for a preset menu, you can manually adjust the cooking time to ensure proper cooking.
QUICK GUIDE
ONE-STEP MICROWAVE
- Press 1 to 3 for 1 to 3 minutes 100% power instant cooking
- Press “ ” to add 30s timing
Note: You can also press “ ” for 30s instant cooking. Press again to add another 30s.
MICROWAVE
- Press “Cook Time”
- Press number pads to enter the cooking time
- Press Power Level
- Press number pads 0 to 9 to select diffierent power level
- Press “ ” to start cooking
WEIGHT DEFROST
- Press “Auto Defrost”
- Press number pads to input weight of food to be defrosted
- Press “ ” to start defrosting
Note: The weight range is between 0.1 to 6.0 lbs. If you set the weight that is out of range, then the input will be invalid.
TIME DEFROST
- Press “Auto Defrost” twice
- Press number pads to input defrost time
- Press “ ” to start defrosting
Note
- The time range is between 00:01 to 99:99. If you set the weight that is out of range, then the input will be invalid.
- The default defrost power is level 3.
SENSOR COOK
- Press menu in sensor cook
- Press “ ” to start sensor cook function and no need to set time
Note
- The buzzer will beep twice when sensor detects food steam.
- Please read user menu page 20-23 for more instructions of sensor cook.
POPCORN
- Press “Popcorn” while the default weigh is 1.75 lbs.
- Press “Popcorn” twice or three times to set 3.0 or 3.5 lbs.
- Press “ ” to start cooking
PRESET MENU
Level| 10| 9| 8| 7| 6| 5| 4| 3|
2| 1
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Power|
100%
|
90%
|
80%
|
70%
|
60%
|
50%
|
40%
|
30%
|
20%
|
10%
Display| PL10| PL9| PL8| PL7| PL6| PL5| PL4| PL3| PL2| PL1
Menu| Weight| Initial Temp.| Additional Instructions
---|---|---|---
S-01 Reheat
|
8~12 Oz
|
5 degrees
|
Reheat food is dinner plate. When sensor time finish, Cooking time counts down. Now you can mix it and then continue reheating.
S-02 Pizza|
6~12 Oz (170~340g)
|
minus 18 degrees
|
If the weight is over 12 Oz, please set the additional cooking time manually.
S-03 Frz. Veg
|
4~16Oz (110~450g)
|
Room Temp.
|
All pieces should be the same size. Wash thoroughly, add 15ml water per 125g vegetables, and cover with a lid or vented plastic wrap. When cooking time counts down. Press “ ” to pause and open the oven door to mix and then continue to cook.
S-04 Potato
|
1~4 Units (6~8Oz each one)
|
Room Temp.
| Pierce each potato with a fork 6 times around it’s surface. Place potatoes around the edge of a paper towel-lined turntable. Do not cover. If additional time is needed, continue to cook manually. Please let stand for 5 minutes in the oven after finishing to avoid burning.
S-05 Meat
|
8~24 Oz (225~680g)
|
5 degrees.
| Break apart in glass bowl or colander. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Juices should be clear when done, Drain. When cooking time counts down. Press “ ” to pause and open the oven door to mix and then continue to cook.