GE JE1240L Use and Care Manual

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Countertop

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Safe~

Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure

Operating Instructions, Tips

Add 30 Seconds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Aluminum Foil ...................................4, 19,20

Auto Cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Auto Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic Cooking Control Guide ..........17

Auto Reheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 15, 17

Auto Start/Rem inder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Beverage Reheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Clock ..................................................................6

Control Panel

Cooking by Time ...................................10, 11

Cooking Complete Reminder ......................8

Cooking Guide ..............................................23

Defrosting by Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Defrosting Guide ..........................................22

Delayed Cooking ............................................9

Express Cook Feature .............................6, 11

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Glossary of Microwave Terms ..................20

Heating or Reheating Guide Hold Time

Microwaving Tips ...........................................5

Minute/Second Timer ..................................9

Popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power Levels...........6, 9, 10, 12, 18,21-23

Program Cooking ............................................6

instructions ....................3-5

to Excessive Microwave Energy ............2

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Care and Cleaning ............................24

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Control Panel .................................................24

Installation ..................................25, 26

Adapter Plugs

Extension Cords ...........................................26

Grounding instructions .......................25, 26

Consumer Services ...................27

Appliance Registration ..................................2

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Important Telephone Numbers ................27

Model and Serial Number Location ...........2

Warranty ........................................Back Cover

JE1240L

Microwave

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Microwave power

of this oven is 900 watts.

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YOU...

Before using your oven, read this book 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, write (include

your phone number):

Consumer Affairs GE Appliances 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 book. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

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. 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

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’ll

find them on a

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 concerning your microwave oven.

label

inside

calls

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE

TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) Do Not Attempt

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.

Do Not Place

(b:

front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

to operate this oven with

any object between the oven

(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

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be adjusted or repaired

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When

using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

A WA~lNG-Toreducetheriskof

bums, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

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Read and follow

the specific “Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy” on the previous page.

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This appliance must be grounded.

Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See Grounding Instructions section in the back of this book.

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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 or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use.

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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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This

apptiance shodd

qualified service personnel.

be serviced otiy by

Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

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As with any appliance, close supervision is

necessary when used by children.

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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

from paper or plastic

bags before placing bags in oven.

—Do not use your microwave oven to dry

newspapers.

—Do

not use recycled paper

producb.

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.

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Be certain to place the front surface of the door

three inches or more back from the countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping of the appliance in normal usage.

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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.

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This microwave oven is not approved or tested

for marine use.

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Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.

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Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.

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Do not let power cord hang over edge of table

or counter.

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.

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See

door surface cleaning instructions in the Care

and Cleaning section(s) of your book.

—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

dehydrate and catch

fire,

causing damage to

could

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.

—Do not use the oven for storage pu~oses.

not leave paper products, cooking utensils or

food in the oven when not in use.

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materials inside oven should ignite,

keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

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MORTANT

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Some products such as

whole eggs and sealed

SAFETY

(continued)

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.

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Avoid heating baby food

in glass jars, even

without their lids; especially meat and egg mixtures,

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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.

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Use metal only as directed in this book.

dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than 3/4” high; remove top foil cover and return tray

to box. When using metal in the microwave oven,

keep metal at least 1 inch away from sides of oven.

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Cookware may become hot

because of heat transferred from the heated food. Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware.

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Sometimes, the oven tray can become too hot

to touch.

careful

touching the tray during and

after cooking.

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Foods cooked in liquids

(such as pasta) may tend 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.

mSTRUCTIONS

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Plastic

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 only 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,

exactly and always cook the meat to an internal temperature of at least 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

will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst, possibly resulting in injury.

cookwa~Plastic

cookware designed for

and

use them in strict

follow the directions

170°F.

This assures that,

bofl

eggs in a microwave oven.

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Foods with unbroken outer

“skin”

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.

Pressure

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Thermometer-Do

not use a thermometer in food you are microwaving unless the thermometer is designed or recommended for use in the microwave oven.

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Not dl plastic wrap is suitable for use

microwave ovens.

Check the package for

proper use,

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Spontaneous

botiing-Under

certain special circumstances, liquids may start to boil during

or shortly after removal from the microwave oven. To prevent bums from splashing liquid, stir the liquid briefly before removing the container from the microwave oven.

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~~Boilable”

plastic bags should be

cooking pouches and tightly

slit,

pierced

or vented as

closed

directed by package. If they are not, plastic could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in injury. Also, plastic storage containers should beat 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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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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

—

● Make sure all cookware used in your microwave

oven is suitable for microwaving.

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 with one cup 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.

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book.

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 three steps to follow for further help.

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Most glass

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

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

● 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.

● 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.

If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer

Action Panel 20 North Chicago, IL 60606

Wacker

Drive

YOUR TOUCH CONTROL

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.

DISPLAY.

down during cooking functions, power level, cooking mode and instructions.

TIME DEFROST. Gentle thawing at automatic power level 3 (Low).

TIME COOK I & II. Microwave for a selected

3. amount of time using automatic power level 10 (High).

POWER LEVEL. Touch this pad after you enter the cooking time if you want to change from automatic power level 10 (High).

MIN/SEC TIMER. This feature uses no

microwave energy. It functions as a kitchen timer, as a holding period after defrost or as a delay timer before time cooking.

AUTO COOK. Touch this pad, the number

6. pad for the desired code number, then START. The oven automatically microwaves at pre-programmed power levels and determines the proper amount of cooking times until food is done and oven shuts off.

POPCORN. Touch this pad, then START to cook prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 to

3.7 ounces.

NUMBER PADS. Touch these pads to enter cooking/defrosting time, power level and time of day.

ADD 30 SECONDS. Press this pad to add 30 seconds to the cook time as it’s counting down.

Displays time of day, time counting

10.

AUTO START~EMINDER.

to program your oven to begin cooking at a later time of day—up to a 12-hour delay. The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock.

11. START. After all selections are made, touch this

pad to start oven.

12. AUTO DEFROST. Touch this pad and food

weight, then START. The oven automatically sets power levels and defrosting time.

13. CLOCK. Touch this pad to enter time of day 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 touch number pads 1, 3, and O and appear in display. Then touch START or CLOCK pad. To reset or change time, simply repeat this process.

14. AUTO REHEAT. Touch this pad, then START

for quick reheating of prepared foods.

15.

EXPRESS COOK.

5 pads for 1 to 5 minutes of cooking at power level

10. For example, touch 2 then START for

2 minutes at power level 10.

16. MINUTE. Use with number pads to enter whole

minutes. For example, for 4 minutes touch 4 and MINUTE.

17.

CLEAWOFF. When touched, it shuts off the

oven and erases all settings (except time of day).

PA~L

Allows

Touch the number 1 through

YOU

“1:30”

1 :30,

will

When You Plug in the Oven

The display panel lights up. After 15 seconds, all lights disappear and “RESET” appears. Touch the

CLEAWOFF pad and oven is ready for use and the

clock can be set. If power is disrupted at any time, the above sequence

recurs and you must reset clock after touching

CLEAWOFF.

Program

Use your Touch Control Panel to Time Defrost or Time Cook with choice of power levels from

1 (lowest) to 10 (highest); to time kitchen tasks

with the Minute/Second Timer; and to set the clock. Create your own programs to suit your individual

cooking style. For example: use the Minute/Second Timer to delay the start of Time Cook I & II or program a hold time between Time Defrost and Time Cook I & II. Set Time Cook I & 11 for a two-stage program using different times and power levels.

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1. Door Latches.

2. Door Screen. Metal screen permits viewing of foods and keeps microwaves confined inside oven.

3. Mode Stirrer Cover. Protects the microwave energy distributing system. Do not remove this cover. You will damage the oven.

4. Automatic Cooking Guide. Quick reference codes for many frequently prepared foods.

5. Touch Control Panel and Display. See Your Touch Control Panel section for instructions.

Cooking Complete Reminder

(For all cooking features)

To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will beep once a

minute until you either open the oven door or touch the

CLEAWOFF pad.

6. Door Latch Release. Press latch release button to

open door.

7. Glass Cooking Tray. Tray must be in place

when using the oven. Cooking performance will be unsatisfactory without the tray in place. The tray may be removed for cleaning.

NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are

located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.

The Minute/Second Timer

Using a Holding Time

The Minute/Second Timer has three timing functions:

● It operates as a minute timer.

● It can be set to delay cooking.

● It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting.

The Minute/Second Timer operates without microwave energy.

How to Time a 3-Minute Phone Call

Step 1: Touch MIN/SEC TIMER pad. Step 2: Touch number pad 3 and the MINUTE pad

(for 3 minutes and no seconds).

Step 3: Touch START. down. The timer signals when time is up.

DispIay

shows time counting

How to Defrost, Hold and Time Cook

Let’s say you want to defrost a frozen casserole for

15 minutes, hold for 10 minutes and then Time 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.

TIME

DEFROST

MINUTE

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.)

The Minute/Second Timer can also be used to program a “holding time” between microwave cooking functions. The time can range from one

second to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. A holding or standing time may be found in some of your own recipes or in a cookbook.

Programming Delayed Cooking

To delay cooking up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds,

touch TIME COOK

MIN/SEC TIMER and enter number of minutes to

delay cooking. Touch START. Timer will count down to zero and cooking will begin.

MIN/SEC

TIMER

Step 5: Touch 1,0 and MINUTE pads to hold for ten minutes.

TIME COOK

I &II

Step 7: Touch 2,5

cooking

time.

START

“n

& II and enter cook time. Touch

Step 4: Set standing or by touching MIN/SEC TIMER.

Step 6: Touch TIME COOK I & II.

and MINUTE pads for 25 minutes

Step

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.”

hold

time

Time Cook I

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Time Cook allows you to microwave for a preset

amount of time. Power

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

of water, add

instant coffee

and stir to dissolve. Use a cup that has no

metal

and is microwave-safe (refer to Microwaving Tips

section). Place cup in oven and close door.

level

10 (High) is recommended for most

2/3

full

1 teaspoon of

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TIME COOK

Step 2: Touch TIME COOK

II.

Step

3: Select your time. Touch 1

and MINUTE pad for one 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.

START

Step 5: When time is up, the oven signals and flashes

“End.” The oven, light and fan shut off.

Step 6: Open the door. If you interrupt Time Cook to check the food, simply

close the door and press START to resume cooking.

If there is not time remaining on the timer you must

reset the timer to resume cooking.

How to Change Power Level

1. Press TIME COOK

2. Select cooking time.

3. Press POWER LEVEL.

4. Select power.

5. Press START.

& II.

Using the Time Cook II Feature

The Time Cook 11 feature lets you set two 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 food in oven in microwave-safe container and close the door.

Step 2: Touch TIME COOK

TIME COOK

&II.

Step 3: Select your first cook time. For example, touch 2, 1 and 5 for two minutes and 15 seconds.

Step

4: Touch TIME COOK I & 11.

Step 5: Set your second cook time. Step 6: Change the power level.

How to Change Power Level

Press TIME COOK I & 11.

2. Select cooking time.

3. Press POWER LEVEL.

4. Select power.

5. Press START.

Step 7: “POWER 10” is displayed and “COOK TIME 17’ counts down.

Step 8: At the end of “COOK TIME I,” the second power level is displayed and “COOK TIME 117’ is shown counting down.

Step 9: When time is up, the oven signals and flashes “End.” The oven, light and fan shut off.

Step 10:

If you interrupt Time Cook to check the food, simply close the door and press START to resume cooking. If there is not time remaining on the timer you must reset the timer to resume cooking.

Open the door.

Add 30 Seconds

The Express Cook Feature

The Add 30 Seconds feature

ADD

SECONDS

How to Use Auto Start

The Auto Start feature allows you to program Step 2: Enter the time you want the oven to start. your oven to begin cooking at a preset time of (Be sure your microwave oven clock shows the day—up to a 12-hour delay.

AUTO START START/REMINDER pad.

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.

Step 1: Touch AUTO

The Express Cook feature is a short-cut method to set time for 1-5 minutes.

To Express Cook your food or beverage:

Step 1: Touch a number pad (from 1 to 5) that

corresponds with the amount of your desired cooking

time (in minutes). For example, touch the 2 pad for 2

minutes of cooking time. Step 2: Touch the START pad. The oven will automatically signal, flash “End” and

shut off at the end of the programmed time.

correct time of day.) Step 3: Enter your desired cooking program. Step 4: Touch START 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 AUTO

AUTO START START / REMINDER pad.

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).

Step

3: Touch START pad. The reminder is now set at the time you programmed, and signal you at that time with a beeping sound until you open the door or touch the pad. The display will show REM until the oven door is opened or

oven will signal continuously for up to 30 minutes. The

REMinder time maybe displayed by touching

the AUTO START/REMINDER pad. The day may be displayed by touching the CLOCK pad.

will

CLEAWOFF is touched. The

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CLEAWOFF

time-of-

DEFROSTING BY

Time Defrost (Power Level 3)

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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 Step 1: Place a package of frozen as bread, rolls, vegetables, fruits and frozen dinners. The oven and close door. Be sure package contains no metal. Auto Defrost 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 defrosting help.

How to Change Power Level

1. Press TIME DEFROST.

2. Select defrosting time.

3. Press POWER LEVEL.

4. Select power.

5. Press START.

settfig is preferred for meat and poultry

To become better acquainted with the defrost function, defrost a 10 oz. package of frozen strawberries by following the steps below.

Step 2:

strawbeties

Touch TIME DEFROST.

in the

Step

3: Select one half of the total defrosting time recommended. For example, touch 4 and MINUTE pad for 4 minutes.

Step 4:

START

Step 5:

Steps 2 and 3 to set remaining half of defrosting time. Touch START.

Step 6:

the door, remove the package and separate strawberries to finish defrosting.

Turn the package over, close the door and repeat

When the oven signals and flashes “End,” open

the cycle is completed, the oven signals and flashes “End,” then automatically shuts off.

Touch START. When

Defrosting Tips

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Foods frozen in paper or 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

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.

should

be at least partially uncovered.

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

oven is using a power

level

lower than 10 (High).

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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

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.

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 stir food frequently.

milk,

eggs, fish,

1/3.

During either, rotate or

NOTE: When cooking popcorn do not open the door—steam escaping from the oven can affect cooking performance.

The Popcorn feature is designed to be used only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing

3.0 to 3.7 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 manufacturer’s instructions. Close oven door.

Step 3: Touch POPCORN pad.

POPCORN

{

START

Step 4:

popcorn sensor automatically calculates the cooking time.

Touch START. The

Step 5: When cooking is completed, the oven signals and flashes

“End.” Open the door and remove the popcorn.

You may also use reheat for your favorite beverage. (Milk is not recommended).

Example:

SteD

1: Place the uncovered

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Step 2: Touch the AUTO

REHEAT

COOE

CUD

in the oven.

Dad.

“RHEAT” and “l” show on the display and “FOOD” and “CODE” flash.

Step 3: Touch number pad 2.

“BEV” and “2”

show on the display and “FOOD” and “CODE” flash.

The Beverage Reheat feature is designed to be used with large open-mouthed cups or bowls that are NOT COVERED. Styrofoam cups and other small containers should not be used.

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START

Step 4: After 4 seconds,

“START” flashes on the

display. Touch the START pad.

“RHEAT,” “2,”

“FOOD” and “CODE”

show on the display.

The oven will signal

“End” when the

beverage is reheated.

AUTO

mmAT

Auto Reheat lets you touch pads to bring previously prepared foods to serving leftovers, there is no need to look up reheating times in a cookbook or to rely on guesswork.

Foods Recommended

A wide variety of previously prepared foods including leftovers can be Auto Reheated. Auto Reheat is recommended for single-servings of food or plates of leftovers.

temperamre.

With many

By actually sensing the steam that escapes as food heats, this feature automatically adjusts the oven’s heating time to various types and

amounk

of pre-cooked food.

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 Auto Reheated. It is best to use Time Cook I & II.

Because all cooking containers must be covered during automatic reheating, this feature is best with foods you want to steam or retain moisture.

Easy to Use

Simply touch AUTO REHEAT and START.

Example:

Place covered food in oven. Touch AUTO REHEAT pad.

After 4 seconds, “START” flashes

on the display. Touch START pad.

Keep Door Closed

Do not open the oven door while the word “RHEAT” is displayed—steam escaping from the oven can affect reheating performance. If the door is opened,

close the door and touch START immediately.

Beep sounds when steam is sensed and “RHEAT”

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FOOO

is replaced by time counting down. Rotate or stir food if necessary. Close door and touch

ST~T

When done, oven displays “End” and beeps every minute until door is opened or

CLEAWO~

to finish heating.

is touched.

Questions & Answers

Q. If my food is not completely reheated after

using Auto Reheat, what should I do?

A. Use Time Cook I & II to reheat for additional time A. Oven senses steam too quickly, which shortens

until desired temperature is reached.

Q. What if I don’t fully cover the dish in Auto

Reheat?

the reheating time and leaves food too cool. Cover and reset Auto Reheat.

AUTO COOK

The Auto Cook feature makes cooking 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.

Foods Recommended

A wide variety of foods including meats,

fish casseroles,

ve~etables, le~overs

convenience foods can be Auto Cooked.

and

Foods Not Recommended

Foods that must be cooked uncovered, foods that require constant attention, foods that require addition of ingredients during cooking, and foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after cooking should not be Auto Cooked. It is best to Time Cook them.

Easy to Use

Simply touch three control pads—AUTO COOK, desired CODE, and START. The word “AUTO” appears on the display and the sensor is activated.

Keep Door Closed

Do not open the oven door while the word “AUTO” is displayed— steam escaping from the oven can affect cooking performance. If the door is opened, close the door and touch START immediately.

Auto Cook Codes

Auto Cook codes 1 through 7 are designed to give you easy, automatic results with a number of popular foods. See the Automatic Cooking Control Guide section for specific foods and instructions.

(continued next page)

Example:

AUTO COOK

(continued)

AUTO COOK

1= 1— —(

tf ~ ~ ~

FOOO

Place food in oven. Touch AUTO COOK pad. “ENTER FOOD CODE” flashes on the display.

Touch number pad

COOE

of desired food code. The code and food type you selected will appear on the display.

display. Touch START.

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“AUTO,” “4,” “FOOD” and “CODE” show on the display. Sensor is now activated, DO NOT OPEN DOOR. OPENING

1=(1 171-/

I f ~/ 1

FOOO

‘+

COOE

THE DOOR MAY AFFECT COOKING PERFORMANCE.

A short beep sounds when steam is sensed. Any additional cooking time, as determined

by the sensor, will be displayed. Rotate or stir food, if necessary.

When cooking is done, the oven signals and flashes “END.”

The oven beeps every

minute until door is opened or CLEAWOFF is touched.

●

Do not open oven door during Auto cycle. When oven

signals and time, counting down, is displayed, door may be opened for stirring, turning or rotating

food.

To resume cooking, close door and touch START pad.

Match the amount of food to the size of container. Fill

containers at least

1/2

full.

Auto Cook

Food Bacon

Canned Vegetables

Code Servings

1 to 4

to 4

●

Be sure outside of cooking container and inside of

microwave oven are dry.

●

After completion of Auto Cook cycle, if food needs

additional cooking, return food to oven and use Time

Cook feature to

Serving Size

slices

oz.

fi;ish

cooking.

Comments

Layer strips on a plate, 4 to a layer. Cover

each layer with a paper towel.

Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Cover with lid or plastic wrap.

Frozen Vegetables

Fresh Vegetables

Potatoes

Fish

Chicken Pieces

1 to 4

] 1 to4

to 4

AUTO REHEAT AND AUTO COOK

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.

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

tablespoon water for each serving. Cover

with lid or plastic wrap.

8 OZ.

Pierce skin with fork. Place side by side on oven floor.

4 oz.

Use

oblong

or square dish. Cover with plastic

wrap.

1 to 2

pieces

● Match the amount of food to the size of the

Use plate or oblong or square dish. Cover

wax paper.

with

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 Automatic Cooking Control Guide above.

bowl.

Add

Auto Defrost

AUTO DEFROST

With the Auto Defrost feature,

the oven automatically sets the next page. Enter the food weight in defrosting times and power levels for you.

How to Set

Before you begin, check the guide located on the

inside front of oven when you open the door.

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.

Auto Defrost

Step 2: Touch AUTO

EQEEE

Emmmm

Step 3: Enter weight. For

example, touch number pads 1 and 2 for weight of (1 pound, 3 ounces). See Conversion Guide below. After 4 seconds “START” flashes.

Use the Auto Defrost Guide on the pounds and tenths of a pound (see

Conversion Guide below). Then touch START pad.

Twice during defrosting, the oven beeps 4 times and

DEF.

1.2

pounds

pad.

“TURn” flashes.

Follow the directions in 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

CLEAWOFF pad is touched.

The oven calculates defrosting time and changes power levels during defrosting to give even defrosting results.

Step 4:

Display shows defrost time

Countingdown

Touch START pad.

(1=(

I t

“End” remains on display

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Stand Time

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 guide on the next page.

Conversion Guide

If the weight of food is stated in

F I

Ounces

I 3

I I

I I I

1-2

4–5

11 12-13

1415

Pounds

I .2 I

.7 .8 .9

I I

AUTO DEFROST

GU~E

RECOMMENDED

FOODS

Chops

Frankfurters, Sausage

Ground Meat

Beef Patties Roast

Ribs

Steak Stew

Whole Chicken

MIN.-MAX.

WEIGHT FIRST SIGNAL SECOND SIGNAL

0.1 -6.0 lbs.

0.1 -6.0 Ibs.

0.1 -6.0 lbs.

0.1 -6.0 lbs,

0.1 -6.0 lbs.

0.1 -6.0 lbs. Turn over and

Turn over.

Separate.

Turn over.

Turn over. Turn over and

shield. Turn over.

Turn over. Turn over and

separate.

shield.

Separate and shield where necessary.

Remove defrosted

pieces.

Remove defrosted areas and break apart.

Separate patties. Shield if necessary.

Remove defrosted pieces. Shield if necessary.

Separate and remove defrosted pieces.

Turn over and shield.

STAND TIME

minutes

5 minutes

5 minutes 90 minutes

10 minutes

5 minutes 5 minutes

10 minutes; run cold water in cavity.

Turkey Breast (breast side up)

Chicken Pieces 0.1 -6.0 Ibs.

Cornish

Fish fillets

Shrimp, scallops

Whole fish

Edges wi[h

hens (whole) 0.1 -6.0 lbs.

hens (split) 0.1 -6.0 lbs.

or thin areas of meat will defrost more

small pieces of foil.

0.1 -6.0 lbs.

Turn over. Shield where

necessary.

Turn over.

Remove wrapper

and turn over.

Turn over.

Separate.

Turn over and shield tail and head.

rapidly

than other areas. After first or second signal, shield warm areas

. .

Separate and remove

defrosted pieces.

Separate and remove defrosted pieces.

20 minutes in

refrigerator; run cold water in cavity.

5 minutes

10 minutes;

run cold water in cavity.

5 minutes

Hold under cold running water.

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

till

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 one-half to

one-third. 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.

cooking, covers even heating and reduce cooking time.

In both regular baking and microwave

hold

in moisture,

allow

for more

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 one 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

regulm

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.

cooking, dense foods, such as potatoes, take longer to cook than light, porous foods, such as rolls, bread or pieces of cake.

Round Shapes.

to about one 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

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.

In both regular baking and microwave

Since microwaves penetrate foods

of food affects how it cooks. Very

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 one dish at a time. Take the shelf out when you are not using it.

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RE~AT~G GUmE

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.

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.

Amount

Bakery Foods

Cake, coffee cake, doughnuts, sweet rolls, nut or fruit bread 9 inch cake or

Dinner

rolls,

muffins

Pie: fruit, nut or custard; I slice=

(use minimum time for custard)

1/8

of 9 inch pie

I piece

rolls or doughnuts

6 to 8

slice

9 inch pie

Beverages

Cocoa, other milk based drinks (6 oz. per cup)

Coffee, other water-based drinks (6 oz. per cup)

I to 2 cups I to 2 cups

Meats and Main Dishes

Chicken pieces Hamburgers or meatloaf (4 oz. per serving) Hot dogs and sausages Rice and Saucy, main dishes: chop

chili, stew, macaroni and cheese, etc. (3/4-

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

of meat slices or pieces, rotate dish I/2 turn after half of cooking time.

pasti (2/3-3/4 cup per serving)

suey,

spaghetti, creamed chicken,

cup per serving)

to 2 pieces to 2 servings

2 to 2 servings to 2 servings

to 2 servings

I to 2 servings I to 2 servings

If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.

Power Level

Low

(3)

Low

(3)

Medium (5)

Meal-High (7)

Meal-High (7) 2 to 6 min.

witb

wax paper. When heating or reheating 3 to 4 servings

Time

l/4 to

min.

to 4 min.

1/4 to

1/2

1/2 to 2 min. 1/4 to 1 min.

4 to 7 min.

1/2 to 3 min.

to 3 min.

1/4

to 1 min.

l/2 to

min.

2 to 5 min.

to 4 min.

l/2 to 3 min.

2 to 5 min.

min.

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

etc. in bun (1/3 cup per serving)

Tip: Use paper towel or napkin to cover sandwiches.

Joes, barbecue, ham salad,

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, corn on the cob, etc. Mashed (1/2 cup per serving) Small pieces: peas, beans, corn, etc. (

Tip: Cover vegetables for most even heating.

1/2

cup per serving)

1 plate

1 to 2 servings

I to 2 servings

I to 2 servings I to 2 servings

2 servings

to 2 servings

Meal-High (7) Meal-High (7)

Meal-High (7)

2 to 4 rein,

1/2

to 3 min.

1/2

to 2 min.

1 to 3 min. 1 to 3 min.

1/2

to 2 min. l/2 to 2 min.

1/2

to 2 min.

DEFROST~G GU~E

Food packaged in paper or plastic maybe defrosted without

unwrapping. If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place food

in cooking dish for defrosting. Most food defrosts well

Defrost (3). For more even defrosting of larger foods, such as beef, lamb and veal roasts, use Warm

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

(1).

small

pieces of foil.

using

Food Time Comments

Breads, Cakes

Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) Sweet rolls

(approx.

12 oz.)

Fish

and

Seafood [Power Level: Defrost (3)]

Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces

(1 lb.)

Fruit

[Power Level: Defrost (3)]

Plastic pouch—1 to 2 (10-oz. package)

[Power Level: Defrost (3)]

1/2 min.

to 6 min.

8 to 12 min. 5 to 8 min.

3 to 7 min.

Rearrange after half of time.

Place block in casserole. Turn over and breakup after first half of time.

Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking.

When defrosted,

If still slightly icy, return to microwave oven very

stand a few minutes.

food should be cool but softened in all areas.

briefly, or let

Meat

poultry

[Power Level: Defrost (3)]

Bacon (1 lb.) Franks (1 lb.)

Ground meat (1 lb.) Roast: beef, Steaks, chops and cutlets

lamb, veal,

[Power Level: Defrost (3)]

Chicken, broiler-fryer,

cut

(2X

3 lbs.)

Chicken, whole

(2X

to 3 lbs.)

Cornish

~rkey

hen

breast (4 to 6 lbs.)

pork

min. per lb.

3 to 6

3 to 6 min.

5 to 8 min.

10 to 16 min. per

5 to 10 min. per lb.

15 to 22

20 to 28

9 to 16 min. per

min. per

5 to

lb.

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. Use Power Level Warm (I). 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.

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.

to 2 hours in refrigerator

Vegetables

VeEetible

Asparagus (frozen spears)

(frozen spears)

Beans

(fresh green) (frozen green) (frozen lima)

Beets

(fresh, whole)

Broccoli

(fresh cut) (fresh spears)

(frozen, chopped) (frozen spears)

Cabbage (fresh) (wedges)

Carrots

(fresh, sliced)

(frozen)

Cauliflower

(flowerets)

(fresh, whole) (frozen)

corn

(frozen kernel)

Corn on the cob

(fresh)

(frozen)

Mixed, vegetables

(frozen)

Peas

(fresh, shelled)

(frozen)

Potatoes

(fresh, cubed, white) (fresh, whole, sweet or white)

Spinacb

(fresh) (frozen, chopped and lea~

Squash

(fresh, summer and yellow) (winter, acorn or butternut)

Amount

lb.

1O-OZ. package

lb. cut in half 1O-OZ. package 10-oz. package

bunch In 2-qt. casserole, place

bunch (1 % to 1 H

1 bunch

(Ifi

1O-OZ. package 10-oz. package

medium head (about 2

lb.

1O-OZ. package

medium head 1 medium head 10-oz. package

10-oz. package In l-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.

to 5 ears

1 ear

2 to 6 ears

10-oz. package

lbs.

unshelled

10-oz. package

4 potatoes (6 to 8 oz.

(6 to 8 oz. each)

10 to 16 10-oz. package

1 lb.

to 2 squash

(about

OZ.

sliced

lb. each)

each)

to 1 X

Ibs.) Ibs.)

Time

7 to 10 min., Meal-High (7) 5 to 8 min.

12 to 6 to 9 min. 6 to 9 min.

18 to 25 min.

7 to 10 min. 9 to 13 min.

5 to 8 min. 5 to 8 min.

Ibs.)

8 to 11 min. 7 to 10 min.

6 to 9 min. 5 to 8 min.

9 to 14 min. 9 to 17 min. 5 to 8 min.

4 to 8 min.

3 to 5 min.

per ear

5 to 7 min.

2 to 4 min. per ear

4 to 8 min.

9 to 12 min. 4 to 8 min.

11 to 14 min.

2 to 5 min.

5 to 8 min. 5 to 8 min.

4 to 7 min. 7 to I 1 min.

min.

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In 1

fi-qt.

oblong glass baking dish, place 1/4 cup water.

Rotate dish after half of time.

In l-qt. casserole.

fi-qt.

casserole, place 1/2 cup water.

I-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.

In 1 -qt. casserole, place

In 2-qt. casserole, place In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place 1/4 cup water. Rotate dish after half of time. In l-qt. casserole. In l-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.

In 1X-or 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. In 2-or

3-qt.

casserole,

In 1

X-qt.

In 1 -qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.

In 2-qt. casserole, place In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.

In 2-qt. oblong is in husk, use no water; if com has been husked, add

Place in 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Rearrange after half of time.

In l-qt.

In 1 -qt. casserole, place In

Peel and cut into 1 inch casserole with l/2 cup water. Stir after half of time.

Pierce with cooking fork. Place on paper towel on glass cooking tray, I inch apart in circular arrangement. Let stand 5 minutes.

In 2-qt. casserole, place washed spinach. In

In Cut in

oblong glass baking dish, place squash cut-side-down. Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes.

casserole, place 1/4 cup water.

I-qt.

casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.

glass baking dish, place corn. If com

l/4 cup water. Rearrange after

casserole,

-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.

I-qt.

casserole, place 3

1 fi-qt.

casserole, place

half

and remove fibrous membranes. In 2-qt.

1/4

cup water.

1/2

cup water.

1/2

cup water.

place 1/4

cup water.

1/2

cup water.

half

of time.

place 3 tablespoons water.

1/4

cup water.

cubes.

Place in 2-qt.

tablespns

1/4

cup water.

water.

How

to Clean the Inside

CAm Am CLEAN~G

Keep your oven clean and sweet- Don’t use sharp-edged utensils smelling. Opening the oven door on your oven. The inside and

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.

outside oven walls can be scratched,

The control panel can be damaged.

BE CERTAIN POWER IS OFF BEFORE CLEANING ANY

PART OF THIS OVEN.

Walls, floor and mode stirrer cover. Some spatters

can be removed with a paper towel, others may require a damp cloth. Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse 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.

How to Clean the Outside

Case. Clean the outside of your oven with soap and

a 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

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.

cloth

and then with a

Glass Cooking Tray. Occasionally it is necessary to remove the cooking tray for cleaning of the tray or oven. To prevent breakage, do not place tray into

water just after cooking. Wash it carefully in warm,

sudsy water or in the dishwasher. The tray can be broken if dropped. Remember, do not operate the oven without the cooking tray in place.

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

After using Bon thoroughly, following instructions on can. Do not use Bon

Ami@

brand cleanser on the painted surfaces such

as the

walls.

It may scratch the paint.

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, sudsy water may be used, but be certain to rinse with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly before plugging cord into outlet.

Ami@

brand cleanser.

Ami@

brand cleanser, rinse and dry

This appliance

must be grounded. In

the event of

an electrical

short circuit, grounding reduces the

risk of electric

Fig. 1

Ensure proper ground exists before use

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 that is properly installed and grounded. (Fig. 1)

Use of Adapter Plugs

WARNING–lmpro.er

plug can result in a risk

use ofthe~roundin~

ofel~ctric shock.

- -

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. Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is

encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle.

Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the

third (ground) prong from the power cord.

Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently.

Because of potential safety hazards under

certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug. However, if you still elect to use an adapter, where local c-odes permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two-prong wall receptacle by the use of a adapter (Fig. 2) which is available at most local hardware stores.

The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the

larger slot in the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord.

TEMPORARY METHOD

firm’

Fig.

and before use

conne~tion

UL listed

Caution:

Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and the wall receptacle is grounded through the house wiring. You should have the circuit checked

by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded.

When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the adapter with one hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use. Should this happen, DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established.

Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected frequently.

Do not use an adapter plug

because frequent disconnection of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal. You should have the two-prong wall receptacle replaced with a prong (grounding) receptacle by-a qualified electrician

before using the appliance.

in these situations

three-

(continued next page)

GRO~~G

Use of Extension Cords

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.

If a long cord or extension cord is

The marked electrical rating of the cord set or

extension cord should be at electrical rating of the appliance;

used—

least

as great as the

QUESTIONS?

USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER

PROBLEM

OVEN WILL NOT COME ON

CONTROL PANEL

LIGH~D,

YET OVEN

WILL NOT START

“Error” APPEARS ON DISPLAY

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 CLEAWOFF pad not touched to

cancel it.

●

Make sure you have entered cooking time after touching

●

CLEAWOFF pad was touched accidentally. Reset cooking program and touch

START pad.

●

Make sure you have entered a code number after touching AUTO COOK pad.

●

During Auto Cook, Auto Reheat or Popcorn program, the door was opened

before steam could be detected, or steam was not detected in maximum time.

●

No steam was detected by sensor within three minutes after start of Popcorn

program.

~STRUCTIONS

continued

2. The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and it must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet;

3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or 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.

tabletop where it can be

T~E

COOK I & II pad.

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.

vou

need more hel~...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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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!

In-Home Repair Service

80MEXARES(80M3Z-Z737)

AGE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, scheduled

at a

time that’s convenient

operated locations

(7:00

a.m. to

trained technicians know your appliance inside and out-so most repairs handled in just one visit.

ofl’er you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience

7:00

p.m. weekdays,

for

you. Many GE Gonsurner Service company-

9:00

a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays). Our factory-

can be

GEAnswer Center@

Whatever your question about any GE m~jor appliance, information service is available to help. Your call—and your question-will be answered promptly and courteously. And

Genter@ service is open 24 hours a day, 7

fir

Customers With Special Needs...

you can call any time.

days

a week.

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Answer

GF,

Answer

Genter”

8006262000

Gonsurners with impaired hearing or speech who have

access

to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may

call

800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322)” to request informa-

tiort

or service.

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Upon request, GE will provide Braille controls for appliances, and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free

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kitchen for persons with limited mobility.

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free of charge, call 800.626.2000.

variety of GE

obtain these items,

Service Contracts

80&62&2224

You can have the secure feeling that. GE Gonsurner Service will still be there

after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still

eff’ect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract,

you’re assured of’ future service at today’s prices.

Pa& andAccessories

80M2&2002

Individu& qutified

can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home. The GE parts system provides access to over 47,000 parts... and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.

to service their ow

appfiauces

User maintenance instructions contained in this cover procedures intended to be performed by any user. Other servicing service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since

generdyshotid

be referred to

boo~et

qutified

improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

YOUR GE MICROWAVE OVEN

WARRANTY

1’

WHAT IS COVERED

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Staple sales slip or

here. Proof of original purchase date

is needed to obtain service

LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original

purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and your home to repair or replace part of the microwave oven 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 magnetron tube fails because of a manufacturing defect. You pay for

the

sewice

trip to your home and

service labor charges.

●

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

Improper installation

If you have an installation problem,

contact your dealer or installer.

You are responsible for providing

adequate electrical, gas,

exhausting and other connecting

facilities.

sewice

labor in

tu&

if the

sewice

any

cancelled

check

under warranty.

This warranty is

the

original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, 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

servicers during normal working

hours. Should your appliance need

service, during warranty period or

bevond,

(800-432-2737).

●

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

RES~NSIBLE

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

etiended

ordina~

D.C.

In Alaska the

call 800-GE-CARES

FOR

home use in

Care@

NOT

1-93

Some

states

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.

do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion

Warrantor: General Electric Company

further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225

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