GE 164D2966P143, 49-8623, JVM260, JVM260AV, JVM260WV User Manual

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Use and Care&Cooking Guide
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Safety instructions ....................3-5
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy .............2
Operating Instructions, Tips
Add 30 Seconds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Aluminum Foil ...........................4, 18,24,26
Auto Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Auto Defrost Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Automatic Fan Feature .............................5, 7
Auto Roast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19,20
Auto Simmer .................................................2O
Beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Clock ..................................................................8
Control Panel ...............................................8, 9
Cooking by Temperature ...........................1 6
Cooking by Time ...................................l 2, 13
Cooking Complete Reminder ...................10
Cooking Guide ..............................................27
Defrosting by Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Defrosting Guide ..........................................26
Delayed Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Delay Start/Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Exhaust Fan..........................................5, 7, 32
Express Cook Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Glossary of Microwave Terms ..................24
Heating or Reheating Guide ......................25
Hold Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Kitchen Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Microwaving Tips ...........................................6
Minute Pad.......................................................8
Oven Shelf .......4,5, 10, 14,22,24,28,29
Popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14,30
Power Levels 7,8, 11, 12, 14-16,25,26
Reheat.............................................................2 1
Sensor Cooking ............................................22
(Canned Vegetables, Potatoes, Meats, Frozen Vegetables, Fresh Vegetables, Fish Fillets and Chicken
Sound Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Temperature Probe......4, 8-10, 16, 19,20
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Care and Cleaning ....................29-32
Exhaust Fan............................................3 1, 32
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Adapter Plugs ...............................................3 1
Extension Cords ...........................................3 1
Grounding instructions...............................3 1
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Consumer Services ...................35
Appliance Registration ..................................2
Important Phone Numbers........................35
Model and Serial Number Location ...........2
Warranty ........................................Back Cover
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Grease Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Light Bulb Replacement .........................30
Oven Shelf ..................................................29
Temperature Probe..................................29
Solver...............................32
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HELP US HELP YOU...
Before using your oven, read this guide carefully.
It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new microwave oven properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your questions.
If you don’t understand something
or need more help, call:
GE Answer
800.626.2000 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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Write down the model and serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label inside the oven.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your microwave oven. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your microwave oven.
Be sure your microwave oven is registered.
It is important that we know the location of your microwave oven should a need occur for adjustments.
Your supplier is responsible for registering you as the owner.
Please check with your supplier to be sure he has done so; also send in your Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card. If you move, or if you are not the original purchaser, please write to us, stating model and serial numbers.
This appliance must be registered. Please be certain that it is.
Write to:
GE Appliances Range Product Service Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225
If you received a damaged oven...
Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the oven.
Save time and money. Before you request service...
Check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.
All these things are normal
with your microwave oven.
Steam or vapor escaping from
around the door.
Light reflection around door or
outer case.
Dimming oven light and change
in blower sound may occur while operating at power levels other than high.
Dull thumping sound while oven
is operating.
Some TV-Radio interference
might be noticed while using your microwave oven. It’s similar to the interference caused by other small appliances and does not indicate a problem with your oven.
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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE
(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.
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(c)
Do Not Operate
particularly 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
by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.
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the oven if it is damaged. It is
be adjusted or repaired
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using your appliance.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
A WARNING-Toreducetheriskof
bums, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
Read and follow
the specific “Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy” on the previous page,
This appliance must be grounded.
Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See Grounding Instructions section in the back of this guide.
. Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this guide.
Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use.
This over-the-range oven was designed
for use over ranges no wider than 42 inches.
It maybe installed over both gas and electric cooking equipment.
For best operation, plug this appliance into its
own electrical outlet, to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker.
Do not mount this appliance over a sink. Install
or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.
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Do not cover or block any openings on the
appliance.
Do not store this appliance outdoors.
Do not use this product near water—for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or near a sink.
This microwave oven is not approved or tested
for marine use.
Do not store anything directly on top of the
microwave oven surface when the oven is in operation.
Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.
Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.
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Do not let power cord hang over edge of table
or counter.
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Do not operate this appliance if it has a
damaged power cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
See
door surface cleaning instructions in the Care
and Cleaning section(s) of this guide.
This appliance should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel.
Contact nearest
authorized service facility for examination,
repair or adjustment.
As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
—Do not overcook food.
Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
—Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles
from paper or plastic containers before placing them in the oven.
—Do not use your microwave oven to dry
newspapers.
—Do not use recycled paper products. Recycled
paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can contain metal flecks which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper products containing nylon or nylon filaments should be avoided, as they
may also ignite.
—Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven
unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens.
—Do not overcook potatoes. They
could dehydrate and catch fire, causing darnage to your oven.
—Do not operate the oven while empty to avoid
damage to the oven and the danger of fire.
If by accident the oven should
run empty a
minute or two, no harm is done. However, try to avoid operating the oven empty at all
times—
it saves energy and prolongs the life of the oven.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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—Do not use the oven for storage purposes.
Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use.
—If materials inside oven should ignite,
oven door closed, turn oven off and disconnect power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. If the door is opened, the fire may spread.
Some
containers-for example, closed jars-will
explode and should not be heated in this microwave oven. Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury.
Avoid heating baby food
the lid off. Make sure all infant food is thoroughly cooked. Stir food to distribute the heat evenly. Be careful to prevent scalding when warming formula or breast milk. The container may feel cooler than the milk really is. Always test the
milk before feeding the baby.
Don’t defrost frozen beverages in narrow
necked bottles (especially carbonated beverages). Even if the container is opened, pressure can build up. This can cause the container to burst, possibly resulting in injury.
Use foil only as directed in this guide.
TV dinners
than 3/4” high; remove the top foil cover and return the tray to the box. When using foil in the microwave oven,
away from the sides of the oven.
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Foods cooked in liquids
to boil over more rapidly than foods containing less moisture. Should this occur, refer to the Care and Cleaning section(s) for instructions on how to clean the inside of the oven.
Thermometer-Do not use a thermometer in
food you are microwaving unless the thermometer is designed or recommended for use in the microwave oven.
products such as whole eggs and sealed
in glass jars, even with
maybe microwaved in foil trays less
keep the foil at least 1 inch
Cookware may become hot
of heat
food. Pot holders may be needed to
handle the cookware.
transfemed
from the heated
(such as pasta) may tend
keep
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Remove the temperature probe from the oven
when not using it to cook with.
probe inside the oven without inserting it in food or liquid and turn on microwave energy, it can create electrical arcing in the oven and damage oven walls.
Plastic cookware-Plastic cookware designed
for microwave cooking is very useful, but should
be used carefully. Even microwave-safe plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of overcooking. In longer exposures to overcooking, the food and cookware could ignite. For these reasons: 1) Use microwave-safe plastics use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer’s recommendations. 2) Do not subject empty cookware to microwaving.
3) Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision.
When cooking pork,
and always cook the meat to an internal temperature of at least 170°F. This assures that, in the remote possibility that trichina may be present in the meat, it will be killed and meat will be safe to eat.
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Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven.
Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst, possibly resulting in injury.
Foods with unbroken outer
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Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in
microwave ovens.
proper use.
Spontaneous boiling-Under certain special
circumstances, liquids may start to boil during or shortly after removal from the microwave oven. To
prevent bums from splashing liquid, we recommend
the following: before removing the container from the oven, allow the container to stand in the oven
for 30 to 40 seconds after the oven has shut off.
Do not boil liquids in mrrow-necked containers such as soft drink bottles, wine flasks and especially narrow-necked coffee cups.
container is opened, excessive steam can buildup and cause it to burst or overflow.
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.
follow the directions exactly
Check the package for
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cooking pouches and tightly
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plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by package. If they are not, plastic could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting
in injury. Also, plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered because they form a tight seal. When cooking with containers tightly covered with plastic wrap, remove covering carefully and direct steam away from hands and face.
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Be careful when opening any containers of hot food, including popcorn bags, cooking pouches and boxes. To prevent possible injury, direct steam away from hands and face.
Use of the shelf accessory. —Remove the shelf from oven when not in use. —Do not store or cook with shelf on floor of oven.
Product damage may result.
—Use pot holders when handling the shelf and
cookware. They may be hot.
—Do not use microwave browning dish on shelf.
The shelf could overheat. —Use the shelf only when cooking on 2 levels. —Be sure that the shelf is positioned properly
inside the oven to prevent product damage.
Use of shelf with Sensor Cooking or Reheat is
not recommended. Do NOT use the metal shelf
with the Popcorn program (see the Sensor
Cooking, Reheat or Popcorn sections).
The Exhaust Hood
Have it installed and properly grounded by a
qualified installer. See the special installation booklet packed with the microwave oven.
The exhaust fan in the oven will operate
automatically under certain conditions (see Automatic Fan Feature). While the fan is operating, caution is required to prevent the starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the exhaust fan is in
use. For this reason:
—Never leave surface units unattended at high
heat settings. greasy
spillovers
Boilovers
that may ignite and spread if
cause smoking and
exhaust fan is operating. To minimize automatic fan operation, use adequate sized cookware and use high heat only when necessary.
—In the event of a grease fire,
smother flaming pan on surface unit by covering pan completely with well-fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray.
—Clean the vent hood often. Do not allow grease
to buildup
on the hood or the filter.
—Use care when cleaning the vent hood filter.
Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filter.
—When flaming foods are under the hood,
turn the fan off. The fan, if operating, may spread the flame.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Optional Accessories
Available at extra cost from your GE supplier.
JZ40AL JX40WH
JX41
JX50 Glass Canopy Kit
JX81A
installation.
Filler Panel Kit
(for model
Filler Panel Kit (for model
Filler Panel Kit (for model
Charcoal Filter Kit
for non-vented
JVM260AV).
JVM260WV).
JVM260BV).
This microwave oven is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges.
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IF YOU NEED SERVICE...
To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this guide.
We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are 3 steps to follow for further help.
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.
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Make sure all cookware used in your microwave
oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard
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pottery ha~e”rnetall~c
can be used. Some cookware is labeled “suitable for microwaving.”
If you are not
or china dinnerware which does not
trim or glaze with a metallic sheen
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225 FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write: Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60606
TIPS
Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap
can be used to cover dishes in order to retain moisture and prevent spattering. Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape.
Some microwaved foods require stirring, rotating
or rearranging. Check the Cooking Guide.
Steam builds up pressure in foods which are
tightly covered by a skin or membrane. Pierce potatoes, egg yolks and chicken livers to prevent bursting.
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the dish you are testing and a glass
filled with 1 cup of water—set the measuring cup either in or next to the dish. Microwave 1 minute at high. If the dish heats, it should not be used for microwaving. If the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup heats, then the dish is microwave-safe.
If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.
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VARIABLE POWER LEVELS (1-10)
How to Change Power Level
1. Press MICRO COOK or TIME DEFROST.
2. Select cooking or defrosting time.
3. Press POWER LEVEL.
4. Select desired power level 1-10.
5. Press START.
Variable power levels add flexibility to your microwave cooking. The power levels on your microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range. High
(Power Level 10) or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100%J power. Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. Power Level 7 is microwave energy time. Power Level 3 is energy
A high setting (10) will cook faster but may need additional attention such as frequent stirring, rotating or turning over. Most of your cooking will be done on High (Power Level 10). A lower setting will cook more evenly and with less attention given to stirring or rotating the food. Some foods may have better flavor, texture or appearance if one of the lower settings is used. You may wish to use a lower power level when cooking foods that have a tendency to boil over, such as scalloped potatoes.
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Rest periods (when the microwave energy cycles give time for the food to “equalize” or transfer heat to the inside of the food. An example of this is shown
with Power Level 3—the defrost cycle. If microwave energy did not cycle off, the outside of the food would cook before the inside was defrosted.
Here are some examples of uses for various power levels:
POWER LEVEL
High 10
Med-High 7
Medium 5
Low 3
Warm 1
BEST USES
Fish, bacon, vegetables, boiling liquids.
Gentle cooking of meat and poultry; baking casseroles and reheating.
Slow cooking and tenderizing such as stews and less tender cuts of meat.
Defrosting without cooking; simmering; delicate sauces.
Keeping food warm without overcooking; softening butter.
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AUTOMATIC FAN FEATURE
This microwave oven has an automatic fan feature to protect it from too much heat rising from the cooktop or range beneath it. It automatically turns on at a low speed if it senses too much heat.
If you have turned the fan on you may find that you cannot turn it off. This is because the automatic fan has come onto protect the internal parts of the microwave.
The fan will automatically turn off when the internal
parts are cool. It may stay on for 30 minutes or more
after the range and microwave controls have been turned off.
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YOUR TOUCH CONTROL PANEL
The Touch Control Panel allows you to set the oven controls with the touch of a finger. It’s designed to be easy to use and understand.
1. DISPLAY. Displays time of day, time or
temperature during cooking functions, power level being used, cooking mode and instructions.
2. CANNED
FROZEN VEG, FRESH VEG, FISH FILLETS AND CHICKEN PIECES. Touch one of these
pads for programming the oven to automatically cook the specific food. The oven automatically
microwaves at pre-programmed power levels and determines the proper amount of cooking times until the food is done and oven shuts off.
POPCORN. Touch this pad to cook prepackaged
3. microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 to 3.5 ounces. No need to touch START, the oven will start immediately.
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BEVERAGE. Touch this pad to heat or reheat a beverage. No need to touch START, the oven will start immediately.
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REHEAT. Touch this pad for quick reheating of prepared foods. No need to touch START, the oven will start immediately.
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MICRO COOK. Microwave for a selected amount of time using automatic Power Level
10 (High).
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TIME DEFROST. Gentle thawing at automatic Power Level 3 (Low).
8.
EXPRESS COOK. Touch number pads 1 through 5 for 1 to 5 minutes of cooking. No need to touch START, the oven will start immediately.
NUMBER PADS. Touch these pads to program
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10. POWER LEVEL. Touch this pad before entering
another power level number if you want to change from automatic Power Level 10 (High) for cooking or Power Level 3 (Low) for defrosting.
11. CLOCK DISPLAY ON/OFF.
number pad to turn the clock display on or off. The Clock Display On/Off feature cannot be used while a cooking feature is in use.
12. SOUND LEVEL. Press the SOUND LEVEL pad.
Press number pad O, 1,2 or 3, then press START pad to change the sound level of the oven beeper.
13. KITCHEN TIMER. This feature uses no microwave energy. It functions as either a kitchen timer, as a holding period after defrost or as a delay timer before time or temperature cooking.
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14. CLOCK. Touch this
or check time of day while microwaving. To set clock, first touch CLOCK pad and then enter time of day. For example, if time is 1:30, touch number pads 1, 3 and O and Then touch START or CLOCK pad. To reset or change time, simply repeat above process.
AUTO DEFROST. Touch this pad and food
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weight, then START. The oven automatically sets power levels and defrosting time.
16. AUTO ROAST. Insert probe. Touch this pad,
the desired number pad for the code, then START. The oven slow-cooks meat with the automatic
preset program.
17. TEMP COOK/HOLD. Use the temperature probe to cook by using a preset temperature. Once
food reaches preset temperature, oven switches to HOLD setting and maintains that temperature until you touch the
1?3. DELAY START/REMINDER.
program your oven to begin cooking at a preset time of day—up to a 12-hour delay. The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock.
19. START. After all selections are made, touch this pad to start the oven.
20. MINUTE. Use this with number pads to enter whole minutes. For example, for 4 minutes touch 4 and MINUTE.
21.
CLEAWOFF. When touched, it shuts off the
oven and erases all settings (except time of day). When held for three seconds, the Child Lock-
Out feature will be activated. To deactivate, press and hold
22. ADD 30 SEC. Press this pad for 30 seconds
cook time, to add 30 seconds to the cook time as it’s counting down or for an “instant on” for 30 seconds.
23. NIGHT LIGHT. Touch to turn on night light.
24. SURFACE LIGHT. Touch to turn on surface light.
25. VENT FAN. Press once for LOW, again for HIGH and again for OFF.
CLEAWOFF pad for three seconds.
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When You Plug in the Oven
The display panel displays “88888”, “18 POWER” and all of the oven functions. After 15 seconds, all lights disappear and “RESET” appears in the upper portion. Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad, set the Clock and oven is ready for use.
This will happen any time there is a power outage.
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Probe has been forgotten when Auto Roast or
Temp Cook/Hold function is being used.
Probe is not securely seated in oven wall receptacle.
Appears on the Display:
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1. Door Handle. Pull to
securely latched for oven to operate.
2. Door Latches.
3. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in oven.
4. Receptacle for Temperature Probe. Probe must be securely inserted into receptacle before oven will start any temperature or Auto Roast cooking.
5. Temperature Probe. Use with and Auto Roast functions only.
6. Shelf. Lets you microwave several foods at once. Food microwaves best when placed directly on the oven floor. Use this shelf only when cooking foods on 2 levels. (See Safety Instructions and Oven Shelf section for special instructions.)
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Hood Controls.
Vent Fan. Press once for LOW, again
for HIGH and again for OFF. Surface Light. Night Light.
9. Grease Filters.
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Cooktop
11. Automatic Cooking Guide.
12. Oven Floor.
NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are
located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.
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Cooking Complete Reminder
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and Auto Roast code 4)
To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display “End” and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or touch the
CLEAWOFF pad.
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HOW TO USE THE KITCHEN TIMER
The Kitchen Timer
The Kitchen Timer has 3 timing functions: The Kitchen Timer can also be used to program a
It operates as a minute timer.
It can be set to delay cooking.
It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting.
The Kitchen Timer operates without microwave energy.
Using a Holding Time
“holding time” between microwave cooking functions.
The time can range from 1 second to 99 minutes and
99 seconds. A holding or standing time maybe found
in some of your own recipes or in a cookbook.
How to Time a 3-Minute Phone Call Programming Delayed Cooking
Step 1: Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad.
Step 2: Touch number pad 3 and MINUTE pad (for 3 minutes and no seconds).
Step 3: Touch START. Display shows time counting down. The timer signals when time is up.
To delay cooking up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds, touch either MICRO COOK, or AUTO ROAST and enter cook time, temperature or code. Touch KITCHEN TIMER and enter number of minutes to delay cooking. When delaying
Cook/Hold or Auto Roast cooking, be sure probe is in food. Touch START. Timer will count down to
zero and cooking will begin.
TEMP COOK/HOLD
Temp
How to Defrost, Hold and Micro Cook
Let’s say you want to defrost a frozen casserole for 15 minutes, hold for 10 minutes and then Micro Cook for 25 minutes. Here’s how to do it:
Step 1: Take casserole from freezer and place in oven.
Step 2: Touch TIME DEFROST pad.
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Step 3: Touch pads 1, 5 and MINUTE for 15 minutes defrosting time. (Defrosting is automatically set on power level 3 but can be changed by touching the POWER LEVEL pad and the desired power level 1-10.)
CHILD LOCK-OUT
You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children.
To lock the controls press and hold the CLEAR/OFF
pad for about three seconds. The display will show
LOCK and then return to the time of day. A small “L” will be displayed to remind you that the control panel is locked.
Step 4: Set standing or hold time by
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Step 5: Touch 1,0 and MINUTE to hold for
10 minutes.
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Step 7: Touch 2,5 and MINUTE for 25 minutes of
cooking time.
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If anyone tries to use the microwave, the display will
show LOCK.
To unlock the control panel press and hold the
CLEAWOFF pad for about three seconds.
The display will show the time of day.
touching KITCHEN TIMER pad.
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Step 6: Touch MICRO COOK pad.
Step 8: Touch START. As each function is
automatically performed, oven display
shows instructions entered and the function. When time is up, the oven signals and flashes “End.”
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COOKING BY TIME
Micro Cook allows you to microwave for a preset amount of time.
Power Level 10 (High) is recommended for most cooking, but you may change this for more flexibility. See the Cooking Guide.
To become better acquainted with time cooking, make a cup of coffee by following the steps below.
Step 1: Fill a cup 2/3 full of water, add 1 teaspoon of instant coffee and stir to dissolve. Use a cup that has no metal decoration and is
microwave-
safe (refer to Microwaving Tips section). Place cup in oven and close door.
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2:
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Step 3: Select your time. Touch pad 1 and MINUTE
pad for 1 minute.
Because automatic Power Level 10 is recommended for this cup of coffee, there is no need to change the power level. (If Power Level 10 is not appropriate, see “How to Change Power Level” below.)
Step 4: Touch START.
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Step 5: When time is up, the oven signals and flashes “End”. The oven, light and fan shut off.
Step
6:
Open the door.
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1. Press MICRO COOK.
2. Select cooking time.
3. Press POWER LEVEL.
4. Select desired power level 1–10.
5. Press START.
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The Micro Cook II feature lets you set 2 time cooking functions within one program. This is ideal if you want to change power levels during your cooking operations. Here’s how to do it.
Step 1: Place the food in the oven in a safe container and close the door.
Step 2: Touch MICRO COOK.
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Step 3: Select your first cook time. For example, touch 2,
Step 4: Now is the time to change the power level if you don’t want POWER LEVEL. Select desired power level 1–10.)
Step 5: Touch MICRO COOK again. Step 6: Set your second cook time. Step 7: Change the power level for MICRO
COOK. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select desired
power level 1-10.)
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and 5 for 2 minutes and 15 seconds.
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The microwave oven will start and the time set for “COOK TIME I“ will count down. Also, “POWER
10” or the power level selected for “COOK TIME I“
will be displayed. At the end of “COOK TIME I“, the second power
level is displayed and the time for “COOK TIME II” is shown counting down.
When time is up, the oven signals and flashes “End”. The oven, light and fan shut off. Open the door.
If you interrupt Micro Cook to check the food, simply close the door and press START to resume cooking. If there is no time remaining on the timer you must reset the timer to resume cooking.
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The Express Cook Feature
The Express Cook feature is a short-cut method to
set time for 1-5 minutes at Power Level 10.
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How to Use Delay Start
The Delay Start feature allows you to program your oven to begin cooking at a preset time of day—up to a 12-hour delay.
Step 1: Touch DELAY START pad.
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REMINDER
To Express Cook your food or beverage: Touch a number pad (from 1 to 5) for 1 to 5 minutes
of cooking at Power Level 10. For example, touch the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time. No need to touch START, the oven will start immediately.
The oven will signal and turn off automatically when finished.
Step 2: Enter the time you want the oven to start. (Be sure your microwave oven clock shows the
correct time of day.)
Step 3: Enter your desired cooking program.
Step 4: Touch START pad. The display
START
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will show the time you entered. The time of day may be displayed by touching the CLOCK pad. The oven will automatically start at the desired time.
How to Use Reminder
The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock, without starting the oven.
Example: It is 7 a.m. and you must remember to leave for a dentist appointment at 10 a.m.
Step 1: Touch DELAY START pad.
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Step 2: Enter the time you want the oven to remind
you. (Be sure your microwave oven clock shows the correct time of day. The reminder time can be set up to 12 hours later.)
The Sound Level Feature
The Sound Level Feature lets you change the sound level of the oven beeper. To set the beeper sound level:
Step 1: Touch the SOUND LEVEL pad. Step 2: Touch O for No Sound, 1 for Soft, 2 for
Normal or 3 for Loud. When you touch each number pad the oven will beep at the volume that you have selected.
Step 3: When you have selected your desired sound level, touch the START pad.
Step 3: Touch START pad. The reminder is now set at the time you programmed, and will signal you at that time
with a beeping sound until you open the door or touch the The display will show “REM” until the oven door is opened or
time may be displayed by touching the DELAY
START pad. The time-of-day may be displayed by
touching the CLOCK pad.
CLEAWOFF is touched. The REMinder
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Add 30 Seconds
The Add 30 Seconds feature provides a convenient way to extend cooking time by 30 seconds while the oven timer is counting down. It will add 30 seconds to the time shown each time the pad is touched.
This pad may also be used as an express cook for 30 seconds of cooking. No need to touch START, the oven will start immediately.
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POPCORN
Step 3: Touch POPCORN pad.
NOTE: Do NOT use the metal shelf with the Popcorn program.
The Popcorn feature is designed to be used only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing
3.0 to 3.5 ounces. Step 1: Remove the outer wrapper from the
microwave popcorn. Step 2: Open oven door and place package of
popcorn in the center of the oven floor as directed by the package instructions. Close oven door.
POPCORN
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After the popcorn sensor detects steam, the oven “ signals and displays remaining cooking
time needed. Step 4: When cooking is
completed, the oven signals and flashes
“End”. Open the door
and remove the popcorn.
How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time
If your favorite popcorn is not completely popped, If your favorite popcorn is overcooked, there is a there is a simple adjustment you can make. simple adjustment you can make.
Touch the POPCORN pad. (The oven will start immediately. ) Then touch number pad 9. A plus sign will appear on the display beside the word “POP”. The plus sign indicates 20 seconds more cooking time is being provided.
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Questions and Answers
Q. I opened the door to check on the popcorn and
“Error” appeared on the display. Why?
A. The Popcorn program first detects steam and then
switches to Micro Cook. If you open the door while “POP” is displayed, “Error” will appear. Close the door, touch CLEAR/OFF and begin again. You may open the door when “End” appears on display.
BEVERAGE
The Beverage program makes it simple to heat a cup of hot chocolate or other beverage. Use a cup that has no metal decoration and is microwave-safe (refer to the Microwaving Tips section).
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Q. Can I use regular popcorn with the Popcorn
feature in my microwave oven?
A. No. This automatic function is designed to be used
only with prepackaged microwave popcorn.
Touch BEVERAGE pad. No need to
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The oven will signal and turn off automatically
when finished.
CAUTION: Beverages heated with the Beverage
feature may be quite hot. Remove the container with care.
touch START. The oven will start immediately.
DEFROSTING BY TIME
Time Defrost (Power Level 3)
Time Defrost is designed for speedy thawing of
frozen food and is one of the great advantages of a microwave oven.
Use the Time Defrost setting to quickly thaw foods such as bread, rolls, vegetables, fruits and frozen dinners. The Auto Defrost setting is preferred for meat and poultry because the oven sets the defrosting time and power levels for you.
Power Level 3 is automatically set when you press
TIME DEFROST pad, but you may change this for more flexibility.
See the Defrosting Guide for
How to Change Power Level
1. Press TIME DEFROST.
2. Select defrosting time.
3. Press POWER LEVEL.
4. Select desired power level 1-10.
5. Press START.
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To become better acquainted with the defrost function, defrost a 10 oz. package of frozen strawberries by following the steps below.
Step 1: Place a package of frozen strawberries in the oven and close door. Be sure package contains no metal.
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Step 2: Touch TIME DEFROST.
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Step 3: Select one half of the total defrosting time recommended. For example, touch pads 4, 0 and O for 4 minutes.
Step 4: Touch START. When the cycle is
START
completed, the oven signals and flashes “End”, then automatically shuts off.
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Step 5: Turn the package over, close the door and repeat Steps 2 and 3 to set remaining half of
defrosting time. Touch START. Step 6: When the oven signals and flashes “End”,
open the door, remove the package and separate
strawberries to finish defrosting.
Defrosting Tips
plastic can be defrosted in the package. Tightly closed packages should be slit, pierced or vented, AFTER food has partially defrosted, as directed by package. Plastic storage containers should be at least partially
uncovered.
Family-size, pre-packaged frozen dinners can be
defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a foil container, transfer it to a microwave-safe dish.
Questions and Answers
Q. When I press START, I hear a dull thumping
noise. What is it?
A. This sound is normal. It is letting you know the
magnetron is in operation.
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For even defrosting, some
foods need to be broken up or separated part of the way
through the defrosting time.
Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs, fish,
stuffings, poultry and pork should not be allowed to sit out for more than one hour after defrosting. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.
Check the Defrosting Guide for other defrosting tips.
Q. Can I defrost small items in a hurry?
A. Yes, but they will need more frequent attention
than usual. Raise the power level after entering the time by touching the desired power level pad. Power Level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in about 1/2; Power Level 10 cuts the total defrosting time to approximately 1/3. During either, rotate or stir food frequently.
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COOKING BY TEMPERATURE
Internal temperature is the best test of doneness
for many foods. Use
Temp Cook/Hold to cook a variety of foods to
the desired finished food temperature. The Micro Cook setting is recommended for batters, doughs, frozen foods and foods which are precisely with the probe.
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The Temperature Probe
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gauges the internal temperature of your food.
(Its appearance may vary from picture shown.)
The probe must be used when using or Auto Roast. To use the probe properly, follow directions in the Automatic Roasting section.
How to
Step 1: Insert temperature probe and attach probe
securely in oven wall. Close the door. Step 2: Touch Step 3: Touch 1,6 and O for Step 4: Touch POWER LEVEL pad. Touch 5 for
medium power.
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Cook/Hold
Temp
Cook/Hold takes the guesswork out of cooking,
because the oven automatically switches to “Hold”
setting after reaching the preset food temperature and maintains that temperature until you touch the CLEAR/OFF pad.
NOTE: Oven automatically switches to “Hold”
when preset food temperature is reached.
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Step 5: Touch the START pad. If internal temperature of the roast is less than
“COOL”; if temperature is
shows temperature counting up. Step 6: When
and display “Hold.” The oven will then hold the
temperature.
Step 7: Touch the CLEAIUOFF pad to stop the cycle.
Step 8: Remove probe and food from the oven.
160”F.
90°F.,
display will show
90°F.
or above, display
is reached, the oven will sound
Cooking Tips
Use a lower power level; foods will heat more Cover foods loosely for moisture control and quick,
evenly though requiring more time.
Be sure frozen food has been completely defrosted Insert the probe horizontally into the center meaty
before inserting probe. Probe may break off if used area not touching bone or fat. Make sure the handle in frozen foods.
even heating.
does not touch the food or top or sides of the oven.
Questions and Answers
Q. Why did “PRObE” flash on the display? Q. Can I leave my probe in the oven if it’s not
A.
“PRObE” will flash if you don’t seat the
cable end of the probe securely into the receptacle in the oven wall or if you touch the
COOWI-IOLD
pad and forget to use the probe.
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inserted in food?
A. No, if it touches the oven wall, it may damage
the oven.
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Auto Defrost
AUTO DEFROST
With the Auto Defrost feature, the oven
automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels for you.
How to Set Auto Defrost
Before you begin, check the guide located on the
inside front of oven when you open the door.
It shows minimum and maximum food weights for
a variety of foods. You will need to know your food weight before setting Auto Defrost.
Step 1: Remove food from package, place in oven on
microwave-safe dish and close door.
Step 2: Touch AUTO DEFROST pad.
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Step 3: Enter weight. For example, touch number
pads 1 and 2 for weight of 1.2 pounds (1 pound,
3 ounces). See Conversion Guide below. After approximately 5 seconds “START” flashes.
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Use the pounds and tenths of a pound (see Conversion Guide below). Then touch START pad.
The oven calculates defrosting time and changes power levels during defrosting to give even defrosting results.
Auto Defrost
Step 4: Touch START pad. Display shows
START
defrost time counting down.
Guide. Enter the food weight in
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Twice during defrosting, the oven beeps 4 times
and “TURn” flashes.
Followthedirectionsin ~
the Auto Defrost Guide for what to do at the first and second signal. Then close the door and touch START pad.
When defrosting time is completed, “End” flashes and oven beeps 4 times. and oven beeps every minute until door is opened or CLEAR/OFF pad is touched.
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Stand Time Conversion Guide
After Auto Defrosting, meat needs to stand in order to let the inside defrost. You may take the food out of the oven if you wish. Stand time recommendations are given in the Auto Defrost Guide.
If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the ounces must be converted to tenths (.1) of a pound.
Ounces Pounds
1–2
3
4–5
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AUTO DEFROST GUIDE
RECOMMENDED
FOODS
Chops
Frankfurters, Sausage
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Roast
Ribs
Steak
Stew 0.1 -6.0
Whole Chicken
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WEIGHT
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lbs.
lbs.
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lbs.
lbs.
lbs. lbs.
lbs.
Turn over.
Separate.
Turn over.
Turnover.
Turn over and shield.
Turn over.
Turn over. Turn over and
separate.
Turn over and shield.
Separate where necessary.
Remove defrosted pieces.
Remove defrosted areas and break apart.
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Separate patties.
Shield if necessary.
Remove defrosted pieces. Shield if necessary.
Separate and remove defrosted pieces.
Turn over and shield. 10 minutes;
and
shield
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2 minutes
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30
minutes
5 minutes
5
minutes
5 minutes
run cold water in cavity.
Turkey Breast (breast side up)
Chicken Pieces 0.1 -6.0
Comish Hens (whole)
Comish Hens (split)
Fish Fillets
Shrimp, Scallops
Whole Fish 0.1 -6.0
Edges or thin areas of meat will defrost more rapidly than other areas. After first or second signal, shield warm areas with small pieces of foil.
0.1 -6.0
0.1 -6.0
0.1 -6.0
0.1 -6.0
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lbs.
lbs.
lbs.
lbs.
lbs.
lbs.
lbs.
Turn over.
Turn over.
Remove wrapper and turn over.
Turn over.
Turn over.
Separate.
Turn over and shield tail and head.
Shield where 20 minutes; necessary.
Separate and remove defrosted pieces.
Separate and remove defrosted pieces.
Separate and remove defrosted pieces.
run cold water in cavity.
5 minutes
10 minutes; run cold water in cavity.
5 minutes
5 minutes
5 minutes
Hold under cold running water.
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AUTOMATIC ROASTING
Auto Roast uses the temperature probe to cook to
the desired serving temperature. Unlike
Cook/Hold, which uses a single power level, Auto reached. Less tender roasts should be microwaved
Roast uses up to 3 power settings which automatically switch during roasting, thus providing even, tender cooking results without overcooking.
Temp
Just as in regular roasting, only tender roasts should be roasted until specified internal temperatures are
by time.
Preparing Roasts for Auto Roasting
Place tender beef roast in cooking bag on trivet in microwave-safe dish. (Refer to package instructions for proper use of cooking bag. ) Insert probe through cooking bag horizontally into the center meaty area not touching bone or fat. Make sure the handle does not touch the food or top or sides of the oven.
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Step 1: Touch AUTO ROAST pad. Touch number
pad 1. Touch START. (See the Auto Roast Guide for complete list of recommended codes.)
NOTE: By touching the AUTO ROAST pad during cooking, the meat’s internal temperature will be displayed. (“COOL” will be displayed until meat reaches released, doneness code reappears on the display.
Step 2: When you select Auto Roast codes 1 or 2, the oven signals with 4 beeps and “TURn” flashes on the display when it’s time to turn the roast over. After you turn the roast, close the door and touch START. (NOTE: Oven continues to cook after the signal whether or not roast is turned over.)
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Step 3: After a pre-prograrnrned food temperature is reached, oven beeps 4 times and “HOLd” appears on the display.
Step 4: Food will be held at this temperature for 60 minutes. The oven then beeps 4 times and “End” appears.
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Auto Roast Guide
AUTOMATIC ROASTING
(continued)
Place meats in a cooking bag in microwave-safe
dish. (Refer to package instructions for proper use of cooking bag.)
Minimum End
Food Beef (5 lb.
Tender Roast
Medium Well
Pork (5 lb. max.)
Loin Roast
Poultry (6 lb. max.)
Turkey Breast (Insert probe
into meatiest
*Recommended standing time before serving.
Automatic
max.)
horizontally
mea.)
Simmer
Total time includes time to bring food to
(Auto
Code
1
2 170”F.
2 170°F.
3
Roast
Code
Temp. (minutes per pound)
160°F. 15–23
185”F.
4)
180”F.,
hold at that temperature until done. Set Auto Simmer like
Auto Roast as explained in the Automatic Roasting section.
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Roasting section.
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Oven switches to Hold at 180°F., and continues holding at
Time
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Pot Roast
Chili
Chicken
Stewing
Broiler/Fryer
Ham/Pork
Roast
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Final
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180”F.
180°F.
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Approx.
TimefHours
5-7 5-8
4-6 3-4
4-6
7-1o
5-7
Doneness
Display
SIM SIM
SIM SIM
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Add enough liquid to just cover meat. If adding vegetables, make sure they are completely covered by liquid.
Precook meat. Place probe 1 inch from top surface.
Stir after 3 hours, if possible.
Add 4 cups liquid. Insert probe into meatiest area of inner thigh
from below end and parallel to leg. Turn over after 1/2 of time.
Same procedure as above.
Add 4 cups liquid.
Make sure that vegetables and meat are covered by liquid. Stir every 3 hours. Add enough liquid to cover peas at least 2 inches.
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REHEAT
Reheat is designed for reheating single serving sizes of previously prepared foods. With many leftovers,
is no need to look up reheating times in a foods you want to steam or retain moisture.
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cookbook or to rely on guesswork.
By actually sensing the steam that escapes as food heats, this feature automatically adjusts the oven’s heating time to various types and amounts of pre­cooked food.
Foods Recommended
A wide variety of previously prepared foods including leftovers can be reheated using this feature. Reheat is recommended for single-servings of food or plates of leftovers.
Because all cooking containers must be covered during automatic reheating, this feature is best with
NOTE: Do NOT use the metal shelf with sensor Reheat.
Foods Not Recommended
Bread products, foods that must be reheated uncovered, foods that require constant attention, foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after reheating should not be reheated using this feature. It is best to use Micro Cook.
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REHEAT
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“RHEAT”
are displayed.
and “FOOD”
Place covered food in the oven. Touch the REHEAT pad. No need to touch START. The oven will start immediately.
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A beep sounds when
time counting down. Rotate or stir food if
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necessary. Close the door and touch START to finish heating. When done, the oven displays “End” and beeps every minute until the door is opened or
Do not open the oven door while the word is displayed—steam escaping from the oven can affect reheating performance. If the door is opened, close the door and touch START immediately.
CLEAWOFF is touched.
“RHEAT”
Questions & Answers
Q. If my food is not completely reheated after Q. What if I don’t fully cover the dish in Reheat?
using Reheat, what should
A. Use Micro Cook to reheat for additional time
until desired temperature is reached.
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do?
A. Oven senses steam too quickly, which shortens
the reheating time and leaves food too cool. Cover tightly and reset Reheat.
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SENSOR COOKING
Canned Vegetables, Frozen Vegetables, Fresh Vegetables, Potatoes, Fish, Chicken
The Sensor Cooking pads make cooking many of your favorite foods easy. By actually sensing the steam that escapes as food cooks, this feature automatically adjusts the oven’s cooking time to various types and amounts of food.
NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf with Sensor Cooking.
Easy to Use
The Sensor Cooking pads are designed to give you Simply touch desired food pad. No need to touch
easy, automatic results with many popular foods. START. The oven will start immediately. The name of (See the Sensor Cooking Control Guide section for the selected food pad appears on the display, and the specific instructions.)
sensor is activated to sense steam from the food.
Keep the Door Closed!
Do not open the oven door until time is counting down on the display.
Steam escaping from the oven can affect cooking performance. If the door
is opened, close the door and touch START immediately.
Pieees,
Meat
Example:
Place covered food in the oven. Touch CHICKEN PIECES pad. The oven will start immediately.
The word “ChiKn” shows on display. The steam sensor is now activated. DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR. OPENING THE DOOR MAY AFFECT COOKING PERFORMANCE.
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How to Change the Automatic Settings
You can change the cooking times for some sensor pads (REHEAT, POTATOES, FRESH FISH FILLETS and CHICKEN PIECES) to suit your personal taste. CANNED cannot be changed.
By touching 1 after touching any of these sensor pads, you can set the oven to cook for 10% less time than that sensor feature would regularly provide.
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A beep sounds when steam is sensed and replaced by the cook time I . remaining. Rotate the food if necessary. When done, the oven beeps every minute until the door is opened or
For example, if your plate of food is reheated more than you like it, touch the sensor REHEAT pad and
1 to get a 10% shorter cooking time the next time
YOU cook.
By touching 9 after touching any of these sensor pads, you can set the oven to cook for a 10% longer time than that sensor feature would regularly provide.
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REHEAT AND SENSOR COOKING
CONTAINERS AND COVERS
Containers and Covers
Appropriate containers and coverings help assure good cooking results.
Always use microwave-safe containers and cover
them with lids or vented plastic wrap. Wonder if
it’s microwave-safe? Put it to the test described in
the Microwaving Tips section.
Never use tight-sealing plastic covers—they
can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.
Match the amount of food to the size of the
container. Fill containers at least half full for best results.
Be sure the outside of the cooking container and
the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.
Stir or rotate some foods after a beeping signal,
if required. See the Sensor Cooking Control Guide section.
SENSOR COOKING CONTROL GUIDE
Do not open oven door during cycle. When oven
signals and countdown time is displayed, door may be opened for stirring, turning or rotating food. To resume cooking, close door and touch START.
Match the amount of food to the size of container. use Micro Cook to finish cooking.
Fill containers at least 1/2 full.
Features/Pad Canned Vegetables
Servings
1
to
I
Serving Size I Comments
4
4 oz. Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl.
Be sure outside of container and inside of oven
are dry.
After completion of Sensor Cooking cycle, if food
needs additional cooking, return food to oven and
Cover with lid or plastic wrap.
Frozen Vegetables
Fresh Vegetables
Potatoes
Fish Fillets
Chicken Pieces
Meats
(Ground Meats,
Beef, Pork, Turkey)
1 to 4
1 to 4
1
to 4
1 to 4
1 to
4 oz.
Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Follow package instructions for adding water. Cover with lid or plastic wrap.
4 oz.
Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Add 2 tablespoons water for each serving. Cover with lid or plastic wrap.
8
OZ.
Pierce skin with fork. Cluster potatoes in center of oven floor.
4 oz.
Use oblong, square or round dish.
Cover with plastic wrap.
1 to
pieces
2
lbs.
Use oblong, square or round dish.
Cover with wax paper.
Use round casserole dish. Crumble meat into dish.
4
1/2 to 3
Cover with wax paper or plastic wrap.
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GLOSSARY OF MICROWAVE TERMS
When adapting recipes for the microwave, it is best to start with a familiar recipe. Knowing how the food should look and taste will help when adapting recipes for microwaving. Foods that require browning or crisp, dry surfaces will cook better in regular ovens.
Moist foods, such as vegetables, fruits, poultry and
seafood, microwave well.
Rich foods, such as bar cookies, moist cakes and
candies, are suitable for microwaving because of their high fat and sugar content.
Reduce regular oven cooking times by 1/2 to
1/3. Check food after minimum time to avoid
overcooking.
Small amounts of butter or oil can be used for
flavoring, but are not needed to prevent sticking.
Seasonings may need to be reduced. Salt meats and
vegetables after cooking.
Covering. In both regular baking and microwave cooking, covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time. In regular ovens, partial covering allows excess steam to escape. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper serves the same purpose when microwaving.
Venting.
After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by turning back 1 comer so excess steam can escape.
Arranging Food in Oven. When baking in regular
ovens, you position foods, such as cake layers or potatoes, so hot air can flow around them. When microwaving, you arrange foods in a ring, so that all sides are exposed to microwave energy.
Stirring.
In range-top cooking, you stir foods up from the bottom to heat them evenly. When microwaving, you stir cooked portions from the outside to the center. Foods that require constant stirring will need only occasional stirring when microwaving.
Turning Over.
In range-top cooking, you turn over foods, such as hamburgers, so both sides can directly contact the hot pan. When microwaving, turning is often needed during defrosting or when cooking certain foods, such as frozen hamburgers.
Standing Time. When you cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set. Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack.
Shielding.
In a regular oven, you shield chicken
breasts or baked foods to prevent over-browning.
When microwaving, you use small strips of foil to
shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry, which would cook before larger parts.
Arcing. Sparks caused by too much metal in the microwave oven or metal touching the side of the oven or foil that is not molded to food.
Prick Foods to Release Pressure. Steam builds up pressure in foods that are tightly covered by a skin or
membrane. Prick foods, such as potatoes (as you do
before regular oven cooking), egg yolks and chicken livers, to prevent bursting.
Rotating.
Occasionally, repositioning a dish in the oven helps food cook more evenly. To rotate 1/2 turn, turn the dish until the side that was to the back of the oven is to the front. To rotate 1/4 turn, turn the dish
until the side that was to the back of the oven is to
the side.
Basic Microwave Guidelines
Density of Food. In both regular baking and
microwave cooking, dense foods, such as potatoes, take longer to cook than light, porous foods, such as rolls, bread or pieces of cake.
Round Shapes. Since microwaves penetrate foods to about 1 inch from top, bottom and sides, round shapes and rings cook more evenly. Comers receive more energy and may overcook. This may also
happen when cooking in a regular oven. Delicacy. Foods with a delicate texture, such as
custards, are best cooked at lower power settings
to avoid toughening.
Natural Moisture of food affects how it cooks. Very moist foods cook evenly because microwave energy is attracted to water molecules. Food that is uneven
in moisture should be covered or allowed to stand so it heats evenly.
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Piece Size. Small pieces cook faster than large ones. Pieces that are similar in size and shape cook more evenly. With large pieces of food, reduce the power
setting for even cooking. Shape of Food. In both types of cooking, thin areas
cook faster than thick areas. This can be controlled in microwaving by placing thick pieces near the outside edge and thin pieces in the center.
Starting Temperature. Foods taken from the freezer or refrigerator take longer to cook than foods at room temperature. Timings in our recipes are based on the temperatures at which you normally store the foods.
Quantity of Food. In both types of cooking, small amounts usually take less time than large amounts. This is most apparent in microwave cooking, where time is directly related to the number of servings.
Shelf (on models so equipped). Use the shelf to heat
more than 1 dish at a time. Take the shelf out when
you are not using it.
HEATING OR REHEATING GUIDE
NOTE: Use Power Level High (10) unless otherwise noted.
1.
Directions below are for heating or reheating already-cooked
foods stored in refrigerator or at room temperature. Use microwave-safe cookware.
2. Cover most foods for fastest heating. Exceptions are some sandwiches, griddle foods and baked items.
3. Bubbling around edges of dish is normal, since the center is the last to heat. Foods heated to
160°F.
to
165°F.
will provide safe,
Item
palatable results. Adjust temperatures to suit your personal taste. Let foods stand a few minutes before serving.
4. Be sure foods are heated throughout before serving. Steaming or bubbling around edges of dish does not necessarily mean food is heated throughout.
If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure
it is safe for use in microwave ovens.
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Amount
Power Level
Bakery Foods
Cake, coffee cake,
nut or fruit bread
Dinner rolls,
Pie: fruit, nut or custard; 1 slice= l/8 of 9 inch pie
(use minimum time for custard)
doughnuts, sweet rolls,
muffhs
1
piece
9 inch cake or
12 rolls or doughnuts
1
6 to 8
1
slice
9 inch pie
Low (3) Low (3)
Medium (5)
Medium (5)
Meal-High (7)
Beverages
Cocoa, other milk based drinks (6 oz. per cup)
Coffee, other water-based drinks (6 oz. per cup)
1 to 2 cups
1
to 2 cups
Meal-High (7)
Meats and Main Dishes
Chicken
Hamburgers or meatloaf (4 oz. per serving)
Hot dogs and sausages Rice and pasta (2/3-3/4 cup per serving) Saucy, main dishes: chop suey, spaghetti, creamed chicken,
chili, stew, macaroni and cheese, etc. (3/4-1 cup per serving)
Steaks, chops, ribs, meat pieces
Thinly-sliced meat (3 to 4 oz. per serving)
Topped or mixed with sauce (2/3-3/4 cup per serving)
Tip: Cover saucy main dishes with plastic wrap. Cover other main dishes and meats with wax paper.
When heating or reheating 3 to 4 servings of meat slices or pieces, rotate dish 1/2 turn after half of cooking time.
pieces
to 2 pieces to 2 servings to 2 to 2 servings to 2 servings
1
to 2 servings 1 to 2 servings 1 to 2 servings
Meal-High (7) Meal-High (7)
Time
1/4 to 1/2 min. 2 to 4 min.
1/4 to 1/2 min.
1 to 2 min.
1
min.
1/2 to 3 to 5 min.
2 to 4 min. 2 to 3 min.
1
to 2 min.
1 to 2 min.
1 to 1X min. 1 to 2 min.
to
4 min.
2
1
%
to 2% min. 1 to 2 min. 2 to 4 min.
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Plate of Leftovers
Meat
plus 2 vegetables
Tip: Cover plate of food with wax paper or plastic wrap.
Sandwiches
Meat-cheese filling: with 2 slices of bread Moist filling: Sloppy Joes, barbecue, ham salad,
etc. in bun (1/3 cup per serving)
Tip: Use paper towel or napkin to cover sandwiches.
soups
Milk-based (6 oz. per serving) Water-based (6 oz. per serving)
Tip: Cover soups with wax paper or plastic wrap.
Vegetables
Large pieces or whole: asparagus spears, com on the cob, etc. Masbed (1/2 cup per serving) Small pieces: peas, beans, corn, etc. (1/2 cup per serving)
Tip: Cover vegetables for most even heating.
1 plate
1 to 2 servings 1 to 2 servings
1 to 2 servings
1
to 2 servings
1 to 2 servings 1 to 2 servings
1
to 2 servings
Meal-High (7)
Meal-High (7)
Meal-High (7)
3 to 4 min.
1 to 2 min. 1 to 2 min.
1 X to 4 min.
1 M
to 3 min.
1
to 3 min.
2 to 4 min.
1 K to 3 min.
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DEFROSTING GUIDE
1. Food packaged in paper or plastic may be defrosted without 3. Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking.
unwrapping. If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place food in cooking dish for defrosting. Most food defrosts well using Defrost (3). For more even defrosting of larger foods, such as beef, lamb and veal roasts, use Warm (l).
2. After first half of defrosting time, unwrap package and check food. Turn food over, if necessary; break apart or separate food if possible. Shield any warm areas with small pieces of foil.
4. When defrosted, food should be cool but softened in all areas. If still slightly icy, return to microwave oven very briefly, or stand a few minutes.
let
Food Time
Breads, Cakes [Power Level: Defrost (3)]
Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece)
Sweet rolls
(approx.
12 oz.)
1 min.
3 to 5 min.
Fish and Seafood [Power Level: Defrost (3)]
Fillets, frozen (1 lb.)
Shellfish, small pieces
(1
lb.)
7 to 9 min. 5 to 7 min.
Fruit [Power Level: Defrost (3)]
Plastic pouch—1 to 2
(10-oz. package)
3
to 6 min.
Meat [Power Level: Defrost (3)]
Bacon (1 lb.)
Franks (1 lb.)
Ground meat (1 lb.) Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork Steaks, chops and cutlets
3 to 5 min. per lb.
3 to 5
min.
5 to 7 min.
12 to
16
min. per lb. Use Power Level Warm
6 to 8 min. per lb.
Comments
Rearrange after half of time
Place block in casserole. Turn over and breakup after first half of time.
Place unopened package in oven. Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting.
Place unopened package in oven. Microwave just until franks can be
separated. Let stand 5 minutes, if necessary, to complete defrosting.
Turn meat over after first half of time.
(1).
Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish. Turn over after first half of time and shield warm areas with foil. After second half of time,
separate pieces with table knife. Let stand to complete defrosting.
Poultry [Power Level: Defrost (3)]
Chicke;, broiler-fryer,
Cut
Up
(2% tO 3
Chicken, whole
(2% to 3 lbs.)
Cornish
‘fhrkey
Ibs.)
hen
breast (4 to 6
Ibs.) 6 to 10 min. per lb.
16 to 20 min.
18
to 22 min.
8
to 14 min. per lb.
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Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap and turn over after first half of time. After second half of time, separate pieces and place in cooking dish. Microwave 2 to 4 minutes more, if necessary. Let stand a few minutes to finish defrosting.
Place wrapped chicken in dish. After first half of time, unwrap and turn chicken over. Shield warm areas with foil. To complete defrosting, run cool water in cavity until giblets can be removed.
Place unwrapped hen in oven breast-side-up. Turn over after first half of time. Run cool water in cavity until giblets can be removed.
Place unwrapped breast in microwave-safe dish breast-side-down. After first half of time, turn breast-side-up and shield warm areas with foil. Defrost for second half of time. Let stand to complete defrosting.
1
to 2 hours in refrigerator
Vegetables
NOTE:
COOKING GUIDE
Use Power Level High (10) unless otherwise noted.
Vegetable
Asparagus
(frozen spears)
(frozen spears)
Beans
(fresh green) (frozen green) (frozen lima)
Beets
(fresh, whole)
Broccoli
(fresh cut) (fresh
speam)
(frozen, chopped) (frozen spears)
Cabbage (fresh) (wedges)
Carrots
(fresh, sliced) (frozen)
Caufiilower
(flowerets)
(fresh, whole) (frozen)
Corn
(frozen kernel)
Corn on the cob
(fresh)
(frozen)
Mixed, vegetables (frozen)
Peas
(fresh, shelled) (frozen)
Potatoe5
(fresh, cubed,
white) (fresh, whole, sweet or white)
Spinach
(fresh)
(frozen, chopped and leaf)
Squash (fresh, summer and yellow)
(winter, acorn or butternut)
Amount
1 lb.
10-oz.
package
1 lb. cut in half
10-oz.
package
10-oz.
package
1 bunch
1 bunch (1 L to 1 % 1 bunch (1 K to 1%
1O-OZ.
package
1O-OZ.
package
1 medium head (about 2
1
lb.
1O-OZ.
package
1 medium head 1 medium head
1O-OZ.
package
1O-OZ.
package
1
to 5 ears
1 ear
2 to 6 ears
1O-OZ.
package
2
Ibs.
unshelled
1O-OZ.
package
4 potatoes (6 to 8 oz. each)
1 (6 to 8 oz. each)
10 to 16
OZ.
1O-OZ.
package
1
lb. diced
1
to 2 squash
(about
1
lb. each)
lbs.
lbs.
Time
7 to 9 min., Med-High (7) 5 to 7 min.
10 to 12 min. 6 to 8 min. 6 to 8 min.
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8 to 10 min. 10 to 13 min.
5 to 7 min. 5 to 7 min.
Ibs.)
9 to 11 min. 8 to 10 min.
7 to 9 min. 5 to 7 min.
10 to 14 min. 10 to 17 min. 5 to 7 min.
5 to 7 min.
3 to 4 min.
per ear
5 to 6 min. 3 to 4 min. per ear
5 to 7 min.
10 to 12 min.
5 to 7 min.
10 to 12 min.
3 to 4 min.
5 to 7 min. 5 to 7 min.
5 to 7 min. 8 to 11 min.
to 22 min.
Comment8
%-qt.
In 1 Rotate dish after half of time.
In l-qt. casserole.
In
In
In
In
in In Rotate dish after half of time. In l-qt, casserole.
in 1 -qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.
In 1%-or In 2- or
In 1 In
In
In
In l-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.
In
In is in husk, use no water; if
1/4 cup water. Place in
Cover with vented plastic wrap. Rearrange after
half of time.
In
In l-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. In
Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes. Place in casserole with 1/2 cup water. Stir after half of time. Pierce with cooking fork. Place in the oven, 1 inch apart, in circular arrangement. Let stand 5 minutes.
In In
In
Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes. In oblong glass baking dish, place squash cut-side-down. Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes.
oblong glass baking dish, place 1/4 cup water,
1 %-qt.
casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
l-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.
I-qt.
casserole,
2-qt.
casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
2-qt.
casserole, place
2-qt.
oblong glass baking dish, place 1/4 cup water.
3-qt.
%-qt.
casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
l-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.
2-qt.
casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
2-qt.
casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
I-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.
2-qt.
oblong glass baking dish, place corn. If com
2-qt.
I-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.
l-qt.
casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.
2-qt.
casserole, place washed spinach.
l-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water
1 fi-qt.
casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
place
1/4 cup water.
1/2
cup water.
2-qt.
casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
Reamutge after half of time.
oblong glass baking dish.
com has been husked, add
2-qt.
2-qt.
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GUIDE TO USE OF THE OVEN SHELF
Use the shelf only when cooking food on
2 levels. Food microwaves best when
placed
directly on the oven floor.
Do not store or cook with metal shelf on floor of
oven. Product damage may result.
Use pot holders when handling metal shelf and
cookware. They may be hot.
The wire shelf is specifically designed for added capacity heating and reheating in your microwave oven. Now more than one food may be heated or reheated and ready to serve at the same time.
Positioning the Shelf
To position the shelf, tip the back slightly and fit the shelf support guides
onto the support guides
located at each side of the oven in the rear.
Next, lower the front until the shelf support guides fit onto the support
guides located at each side of the oven in the front.
Do not store microwave browning dish on
metal shelf.
Use of shelf with the Sensor Cooking or Reheat
program is not recommended.
Do NOT use the metal shelf with the Popcorn
program.
Batters and dough foods and also uncooked foods
which need to be prepared from scratch should be
cooked without the oven shelf.
If arcing occurs when using the shelf to cook more than one food at the same time, turn the oven
off. Make sure the shelf is not touching oven walls. To prevent arcing, remove the shelf when
you are not using it.
How to Reheat Several Different
~pes
of Foods Together
When heating several different types of food together, foods which should be served hot must be placed on the oven floor, while foods which need only to be warmed should be placed on the shelf. This is because microwave energy enters the oven from the bottom only. Also, it is important to remember that foods absorb microwave energy at different rates.
Rates can be affected by the size of the food, and its
starting temperature. Because of the varying rates, you may need to start
reheating a large or dense food a few minutes ahead of time, then add other smaller or less dense foods. Alternately, if one of the foods you are heating seems undercooked but the others are heated satisfactorily, let the underheated food continue cooking.
Heat or reheat different types of food at High (10). To determine heating times, add times for all foods together. After half of time, stir or rearrange foods (do not reverse positions). Check foods (especially those on the oven floor) after 3/4 of total time and remove any which are done. Continue cooking others.
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Place on the floor larger or more dense foods, which
need the most
I
I
heating, such as leftover fried chicken, casseroles of canned or leftover vegetables, rice or pasta. Place on the oven shelf those foods which need only be warmed, such as bakery pies, rolls, muffins or breads.
Pop popcorn on the microwave oven floor only. Use prepackaged popcorn labeled for
use in microwave ovens.
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CARE AND
CLEANING
Keep your oven clean and sweet­smelling. Opening the oven door
a few minutes after cooking helps air out the inside. An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh.
How to Clean the Inside
Walls and floor. Some spatters can be removed
with a paper towel, others may require a damp cloth. Remove greasy spatters with a with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners on oven walls. NEVER USE A COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANER ON ANY PART OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN.
Door (inside). Window: Wipe up spatters daily and wash when soiled with a damp cloth. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
Metal and plastic parts on door: Wipe frequently with a damp cloth to remove all soil. DO NOT USE ABRASIVES, SUCH AS CLEANING POWDERS OR STEEL AND PLASTIC PADS. THEY WILL
DAMAGE THE SURFACE. Special note when using Brown ‘N Sear Dish: If
grease is present, high heat generated on bottom of a Brown ‘N Sear dish may cause the grease to burn onto the oven tray. This may be removed with a cleanser such as Bon
Ami@
sudsy
cloth, then rinse
brand cleanser.
Don’t use sharp-edged utensils
on your oven. The inside and outside oven walls can be scratched. The control panel can be damaged.
BE CERTAIN POWER IS OFF BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF THIS OVEN.
Ami@
After using Bon thorough] , following instructions on can. Do not use Bon as the walls. It may scratch the paint.
Automatic Temperature Probe. Probe is sturdy,
but care should be taken in handling. Do not twist
or bend; avoid dropping temperature probe.
Clean as soon after using as possible. To clean,
wipe with scouring ball if necessary. Rinse and dry or wash in
dishwasher. Shelf. Your shelf accessory is designed for use in a
microwave oven only; do not use in a regular oven. Do not use a browning dish with the shelf. Arcing
could
Clean shelf with mild soap and water or in the dishwasher. Do not clean in a self-cleaning oven.
.J
Aml
brand cleanser on the painted surfaces such
sudsy
occur.
brand cleanser, rinse and dry
cloth, then rub lightly with plastic
How to Clean the Outside
Case. Clean the outside of your oven with soap and damp cloth, rinse with a damp cloth and then dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth. Chrome trim is best wiped with a damp cloth and then with a dry towel.
Control Panel. Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the panel—they can damage it.
Door Surface. 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.
Power Cord. If the cord becomes soiled, unplug and wash with a damp cloth. For stubborn spots, water may be used, but be certain to rinse with a
damp cloth and dry thoroughly before plugging cord
into outlet.
sudsy
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LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT
Cooktop Light./Night Light
To replace
combination
cooktop/night
light, first disconnect power at main
fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull plug.
Remove screw on right side of light compartment cover and lower cover until it stops.
\
REMOVE SCREW
Oven Light
r
Be sure bulbs to be replaced are
cool before removing. Break the adhesive seal by gently unscrewing the bulbs. Replace with 40-watt incandescent bulbs (WB02X4253) ‘available from your GE supplier. High intensity 40-watt bulbs (40S 1 IN/1), which are available in supermarkets and hardware stores, may also be used for replacements.
Raise light compartment cover and replace screw. Connect electrical power to microwave oven.
To replace your oven light, first disconnect
or circuit plug.
taking out the 2 screws that hold
in place.
it
Dower
at main fuse
b;eaker panel or pull
Remove the top grill by
remove the single screw
Next,
located above door near center of oven that secures light housing. Replace burned-out bulb with a 30-watt incandescent bulb (WB02X4235), available from your GE supplier.
Clean off the grease and dust on
hood surfaces often. Use a solution of warm water and detergent. About 1 tablespoon of ammonia may be added to the water. Take care not to touch the filters and enamel surfaces with this solution; ammonia will darken metal.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of elect~c shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding
wire with a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an outlet I that is properly installed and grounded. (Fig. 1)
wARNING–Imm-o~er
use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
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PREFERRED METHOD
I
Fia.
1
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.
Ensure proper ground exists before use
THE EXHAUST FEATURE
The exhaust hood feature on your microwave oven is equipped with two
metal filters which collect grease. When the fan is operated, air is drawn up through the filters and is then discharged through the provided venting to the outside.
Where a standard 2-prong wall
receptacle is encountered, it is
your personal responsibility and
obligation to have it replaced with
a properly grounded 3-prong receptacle.
Do not under any circumstance cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance.
Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.
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wall
Reusable Grease Filters
The grease filters should be cleaned at least once a month. Never
operate the microwave without the filters in place. In situations where flaming might occur on surfaces below hood, filters will stop the entry of flames into the unit.
To Remove Grease Filter
To remove grease filter,
grasp the “finger hold” on the filter and slide to the rear. Then pull filter downward and to the front. The filter will drop out.
To Clean and Replace Grease Filter
To clean grease filter, soak it
in solution of hot water and detergent. Don’t use ammonia or ammonia products because they will
darken the metal. Light brushing can be used to
remove embedded dirt.
Rinse, shake and remove moisture before replacing.
To replace grease filter,
slot on the back of the opening.
Pull filter upward and to the front to lock into place.
LIGHT
and then agitate filter
slide the filter in the frame
(continued next page)
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THE EXHAUST FEATURE
(continued)
Charcoal Filter Kit
(for some models)
There is a Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit available for models that are not vented to the outside. Filter Kit model JX81A can be ordered from your GE supplier. Ask for part WB02X9883.
QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM
OVEN WILL NOT COME ON
CONTROL PANEL
LIGHTED, YET OVEN
WILL NOT START
POSSIBLE CAUSE
A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
Unplug your microwave oven, then plug it back in.
Make sure 3-prong plug on oven is fully inserted into wall receptacle.
Door not securely closed.
START pad must be touched after entering cooking selection.
Another selection entered already in oven and CLEAR/OFF pad not touched to
cancel it.
Make sure you have entered cooking time after touching MICRO COOK pad.
CLEAR/OFF pad was touched accidentally. Reset cooking program and touch
START pad.
Make sure you have entered a temperature after touching TEMP COOK/HOLD pad.
Make sure you have entered a code number after touching AUTO ROAST or
COOK pad.
“PRObE” APPEARS
ON DISPLAY “Error” APPEARS
ON DISPLAY FLOOR OF THE OVEN
IS WARM, EVEN
Probe has been forgotten or not seated properly in oven wall when using
Temp
Cook/Hold or Auto Roast function.
During Sensor Cooking, Reheat or Popcorn program, the door was opened
before steam could be detected, or steam was not detected in maximum time.
The cooktop lamp is located directly below the oven floor. When the lamp
is on, the heat it produces makes the oven floor get warm. This is normal. WHEN THE OVEN HAS NOT BEEN USED
All these things are normal with your microwave oven:
Steam or vapor escaping from around the door.
Light reflection around door or outer case.
Dimming oven light and change in blower sound
may occur while operating at power levels other than high.
If
YOU
need more help... call, toll free: GE Answer Center@/ 800.626.2000/ consumer information service
Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.
Some TV-Radio interference might be noticed
while using your microwave oven. It’s similar to the interference caused by other small appliances and does not indicate a problem with your oven.
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NOTES
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NOTES
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Wdll
Be There
With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need
information or assistance from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free!
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Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer Center” information service is available to help. Your call—and your question-will be answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer
Center@ service is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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AGE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service,
scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service company-operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your con­venience Our factory-trained technicians
repairs can be handled in just one visit.
Repair Service
(80&432-2737)
(7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays).
know your appliance inside and out–so most
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Upon request, GE will provide Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have Braille controls for a variety of GE access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may
800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) to request
call information or service.
Service
Contraclk
appliances, and a brochure to
assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. To obtain these items, free of charge, call 800.626.2000.
80&626-2224
You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract,
you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.
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Individuals qualified to
-an have needed parts or accessories sent directly to
heir home. The GE parts system provides access to over 47,000 parts... and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.
sernce
their own appliances
are
User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet
cover procedures intended to be performed by any user.
Other servicing
service
personnel. Caution must be exercised, since
improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
generally should be referred to qualified
YOUR GE MICROWAVE OVEN
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WARRANTY
Staple sales slip or cancelled check
here. Proof of original purchase date
is needed to obtain service
under warranty.
WHAT IS COVERED
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, charge, parts and service labor in
your home to repair or replace
part of the microwave oven
free of
any
that
fails because of a manufacturing defect.
LIMITED ADDITIONAL
NINE-YEAR WARRANTY
For the second through tenth year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, a replacement
magnetron tube
if the magnetron tube fails because of a manufacturing defect. You pay for
the service trip to your home and
service labor charges.
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Service trips to your home to teach
you how to use the product.
Read your Use and Care material.
If you then have any questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free:
GE Answer Center”
800.626.2000 consumer information service
. Improper installation.
*********************** ** This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased
for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington,
D.C.
In Alaska the
warranty is the same except that it is
LIMITED because you must pay to
ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.
All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer
Care@
servicers during normal working hours. Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).
If you have an installation
problen
contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, gas, exhausting and other connecting facilities.
Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
Failure of the product if it is used for
other than its intended purpose or used commercially.
Damage to product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
WARRANTOR IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state
To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Part No. 164D2966P143 Pub.
No.
49-8623
3-95 CG
Warrantor: General Electric Company
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
Printed in the United Sta
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