GE CEB1590 Owner's Manual
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Safety Information
Arcing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Grounding Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Important Safety
Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7
Microwave-Safe Cookware . . . . . . 5
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive
Microwave Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Operating Instructions
Best Method of
Cooking Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Changing Power Level . . . . . . . . . . 13
Combination Features . . . . 10, 18, 19
Convection Features . . . . . 10, 17, 19
Cooking Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cookware Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Features of Your Oven . . . . . . . . . 8, 9
Sensor Convection
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 22
Beeper Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Control Lock-Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Cooking Complete
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Display ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Display Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
OFF/CLEAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
START/PAUSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Sensor Microwave
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–16
Time and Auto
Microwave Features . . . . . . 9, 11, 12
Care and Cleaning
Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Outside. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Stainless Steel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call For Service . . . . . . 26
Things That Are Normal
With Your Microwave Oven . . . . . 27
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Product Registration . . . . . . . . .29, 30
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Owner’s
Manual
CEB1590
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Microwave Oven
350A4502P729 01-12 ATS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(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.
Read all instructions before using this appliance. When
using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should be followed, including the following:
Read and follow the specific precautions in the PRECAUTIONS TO
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
section above.
This appliance must be grounded. Connect only
to a properly grounded outlet. See the GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS section on page 6.
Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the
provided Installation Instructions.
This product is to be used 3’ (0.9 m) above floor level.
Be certain to place the front surface of the door 3”(7.6 cm) or
more back from the countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping
of the appliance in normal usage.
(c) Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged. It is 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 be adjusted or repaired by anyone
except properly qualified service personnel.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
― Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance
when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed
inside the oven while cooking.
― Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or plastic
containers before placing them in the oven.
― Do not use the oven for storage purposes. Do not leave paper
products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use.
― 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.
― If materials inside the oven ignite, keep the oven door closed,
turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shut off
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. If the door is opened,
the fire may spread.
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.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Mabe
Canada Service or an authorized service agent using a power
cord available from Mabe Canada.
Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in
this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this
appliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat,
dry or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or industrial
use.
This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
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― Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession
on the same food portion. If food is undercooked after the first
countdown, use TIME COOK for additional cooking time.
― Do not use the oven to dry newspaper.
When using the convection or combination cooking functions,
both the outside and inside of the oven will become hot. Always
use hot pads to remove containers
of food and accessories such as the oven shelf.
Thermometer―Do not use regular cooking or oven
thermometers when cooking by microwave or combination. The
metal and mercury in these thermometers could cause arcing
and possible damage to the oven. Do not use a thermometer in
food you are microwaving unless the thermometer is designed
or recommended for use in the microwave oven.
Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn
off the pad and touch electrical parts involving risk of electric
shock.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
When using Convection or Combination functions, both outside
and inside the oven will become hot. Always use hot pads to
remove containers of food and accessories such as the oven
shelf.
Thermometer―Do not use regular cooking or oven
thermometers when cooking by microwave. The metal and
mercury in these thermometers could cause arcing and
possible damage to the oven. Do not use a thermometer in food
you are microwaving unless the thermometer is designed or
recommended for use in the microwave oven.
Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the
pad and touch electrical parts involving risk of electric shock.
Do not store any materials, other than our recommended
accessories, in this oven when not in use.
Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product
near water―for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming
pool, near a sink or in similar locations.
Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.
Do not block or cover any openings on the appliance.
Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter.
Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance beneath this
microwave oven.
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this
manual.
Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance.
This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat, dry or cook
food, and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use.
It is important to keep the area clean where the door seals
against the microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents
applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.
This appliance must only be serviced 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.
Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers― for
example, closed jars―are able to explode and should not be
heated in this microwave oven. Such use of the microwave oven
could result in injury.
Do not use paper products in oven when appliance is operated in
any cooking mode except microwave only.
This microwave is not approved or tested for marine use.
For countertop installation:
― Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven
surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
For built-in installation with approved trim kit:
― Do not mount this appliance over a sink.
― Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven
surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
― Do not mount this appliance over or near any portion of a heating
or cooking appliance.
WARNING!
ARCING
If you see arcing, press the OFF/CLEAR button and correct the problem.
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing
is caused by:
The metal shelf not installed correctly so it
touches the microwave wall.
Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
Turntable ring support not installed correctly.
Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act
like antennas).
Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold-rimmed
dishes, in the microwave.
Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces
being used in the microwave.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
FOODS
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 boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure will
build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst,
possibly resulting in injury.
Operating the microwave with no food inside for more
than a minute or two may cause damage to the oven
and could start a fire. It increases the heat around the
magnetron and can shorten the life of the oven.
Foods with unbroken outer “skin” such as potatoes, hot
dogs, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and
other giblets, and egg yolks should be pierced to allow
steam to escape during cooking.
SUPERHEATED WATER
Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea, are able to be
overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing
to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the
container is removed from the microwave oven is
not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY
HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE
CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER
UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
― Do not overheat the liquid.
― Stir the liquid both before and halfway through
heating it.
Foods cooked in liquids (such as pasta) may tend to
boil more rapidly than foods containing less moisture.
Should this occur, refer to the Care and cleaning of the
microwave oven section for instructions on how to
clean the inside of the oven.
Avoid heating baby food in glass jars, even with 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.
The container may feel cooler than the formula really is.
Always test the formula 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.
Hot foods and steam can cause burns. 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.
Do not overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate and
catch fire, causing damage to your oven.
Cook meat and poultry thoroughly―meat to at least
an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F (70°C) and poultry
to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F (80°C).
Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against
foodborne illness.
― Do not use straight-sided containers with
narrow necks.
― After heating, allow the container to stand in
the microwave oven for a short time before removing
the container.
― Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other
utensil into the container.
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MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE
Do not operate the oven without the turntable and the turntable support seated and in place. The turntable
must be unrestricted so it can rotate.
Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles,
cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metallic trim
or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used. Some cookware is labeled “suitable for microwaving.”
If you are not sure if a dish is
microwave-safe, use this test:
Place in the oven both the dish
you are testing and a glass
measuring cup filled with
1 cup (240 mL) of water―
set the measuring cup either
in or next to the dish. Microwave
30–45 seconds 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.
Oversized food or oversized metal cookware should not
be used in a microwave/convection oven because they
increase the risk of electric shock and could cause a fire.
Sometimes the oven floor, turntable and walls can
become too hot to touch. Be careful touching the floor,
turntable and walls during and after cooking.
If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make
sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.
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.
Some styrofoam trays (like those that meat is packaged
on) have a thin strip of metal embedded in the bottom.
When microwaved, the metal can burn the floor of the
oven or ignite a paper towel.
Use of the shelf accessory:
― Remove the shelf from the oven when not in use.
― Use pot holders when handling the shelf and
cookware. They may be hot.
― Be sure that the shelf is positioned properly inside the
oven to prevent product damage.
― Do not cover the shelf or any part of the oven with
metal foil. This will cause overheating of
the microwave/convection oven.
Do not use your microwave/convection oven to dry
newspapers.
How to test for a
microwave-safe dish.
Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave
ovens. Check the package for proper use.
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.
Do not use paper products when the microwave/
convection oven is operated in the convection or
combination mode.
Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred
from the heated food. Pot holders may be needed to
handle the cookware.
When microwaving “Boilable” cooking pouches and
tightly closed 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.
Use foil only as directed in this manual.
TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than
3/4” (1.9 cm)high; remove the top foil cover and return
the tray to the box. When using foil in the microwave
oven, keep the foil at least 1” (2.5 cm) away from the
sides of the oven.
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.
Follow these guidelines:
Use microwave-safe plastics only and use them in
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strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer’s
recommendations.
Do not microwave empty containers.
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Do not permit children to use plastic cookware
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without complete supervision.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an
electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric
current.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is your
personal responsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall
outlet.
This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a
grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and
grounded.
Consult a qualified electrician or service technician
if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance
is properly grounded.
Do not under any circumstances 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. If the
power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or
service technician install an outlet near the appliance.
(See EXTENSION CORDS section.)
For best operation, plug this appliance into its own
electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of
fuse or tripping of circuit breaker.
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EXTENSION CORDS
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or
tripping over a longer cord.
Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them.
If an extension cord is used―
The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating
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of the appliance;
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The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and it must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet;
The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop
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where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
If you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is
on. Cooking times may be longer, too.
NOTICE―PACEMAKERS
Most pacemakers are shielded from interference from electronic products, including microwaves.
However, patients with pacemakers may wish to consult their physicians if they have concerns.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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About the features of your oven.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
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Features of the Oven
Door Latch Release Handle.
Door Latches.
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Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking
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to be viewed while keeping
microwaves confined in the oven.
Control Panel and Selector Dial.
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Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must
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be in place when using the oven. The turntable may
be removed for cleaning.
Removable Turntable Support. The turntable
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support must be in place when using the oven.
Shelf. Use when convection or combination
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cooking. (Do not use when microwave cooking.)
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Optional Accessories:
Available at extra cost from your GE supplier.
Choose the appropriate Installation Kit below to convert
this oven to a built-in wall oven.
For 27” (68.6 cm) installations:
Kit
CX1527SSSS
For 30” (76.2 cm) installations:
Kit
CX1530SSSS
NOTE: Oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside
walls of the microwave oven. The rating plate is located on
the face of the oven (visible when the door is open).
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About the cooking features of your
microwave/convection oven.
You can cook by microwave, convection or combination.
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Selector Dial
Cooking Controls
Microwave Cooking Time and Auto Features
Press Turn and push dial to enter
TIME COOK Amount of cooking time
Press once or twice
EXPRESS cook/Add 30 sec. Starts immediately!
DEFROST
Press once (Time) Amount of defrosting time
Press twice (Auto) Food weight
POWER level Power level 1–10
Sensor Features
Press Turn and push dial to enter Option
POPCORN Starts immediately! more/less time
Press once or twice
REHEAT Starts immediately! more/less time
BEVERAGE Starts immediately!
COOK Food type 1–7 more/less time
Convection Cooking
2
Press Turn and push dial to enter
CONVECTION cook Oven temperature and cook time
Combination Cooking
3
Press Turn and push dial to enter
COMBINATION cook Oven temperature and cook time
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Available cooking options.
Microwave Cooking
Your oven uses microwave energy to cook by a set time or weight, or automatically
by sensor.
Sensor microwave works by detecting the increasing humidity released during cooking.
The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food.
Do not use the shelf when
microwave cooking.
Always use the shelf when
convection cooking.
Cooking Method
Microwave energy
is distributed evenly
throughout the oven
for thorough, fast
cooking of food.
Heat Source
Microwave energy.
Heat Conduction
Heat produced within
food by instant energy
penetration.
Benefits
Fast, high efficiency
cooking. Oven and
surroundings do
not get hot.
Easy clean-up.
Convection Cooking
During convection cooking, a heating element is used to raise the temperature of the air inside the
oven. Any oven temperature from 225°F to 375°F (110°C to 190°C) may be programmed. A fan gently
circulates this heated air throughout the oven, over and around the food, producing golden brown
exteriors and rich moist interiors.
Because the heated air is kept constantly moving, not permitting a layer of cooler air to develop around
the food; some foods cook faster than in regular oven cooking.
Cooking Method
Hot air circulates
around food to
produce browned
exteriors and seal
in juices.
Heat Source
Circulating
heated air.
Heat Conduction
Heat conducted
from outside of food
to inside.
Benefits
Aids in browning
and seals in flavor.
Cooks some foods
faster than regular
ovens.
Always use the shelf when
combination cooking.
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Combination Cooking
Your oven also offers the option of combination cooking, using microwave energy along with
convection cooking. You cook with speed and accuracy, while browning and crisping to perfection.
Cooking Method
Microwave energy
and convection heat
combine to cook
foods in up to
one-half the time
of regular ovens,
while browning and
sealing in juices.
Heat Source
Microwave energy
and circulating
heated air.
Heat Conduction
Food heats from
instant energy from
penetration and
heat conducted from
outside of food.
Benefits
Shortened
cooking time from
microwave energy,
plus browning
and crisping from
convection heat.
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