GE JEM31M User Manual

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Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
Operating Instructions, Tips
Add 30 Seconds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aluminum Foil ...................................4, 17,27
Auto Auto Cook Control
Auto Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auto Reheat ....................................20, 21,23
Auto Roast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 19
Auto Simmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auto Start/Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Clock
Containers and Covers ...............................23
Control Panel ...............................................8, 9
Cooking by Time
Cooking Complete Reminder ......................7
Cooking Guide ..............................................30
Cookware ..........................................6, 23-25
Defrosting by Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Defrosting Guide ..........................................29
Delayed Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Double Duty
..................4, 5,7, 13,20,21,24,26,27,31
Express Cook Feature .................................12
Features
Glossary of Microwave Terms ..................27
Heating or Reheating
Hold Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Microwaving Tips ...........................................6
Minute Pad.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minute/Second Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Levels ........8-l 1, 14-16, 18,28-30
Program Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........9
Temperature Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Temperature Probe
.........................4, 7,8, 10, 15, 18, 19,31,34
instructions ....................3-5
to Excessive Microwave Energy .............2
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Care and
Control Panel Double Duty
Oven Lamp Replacement ..........................32
installation
Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Extension Cords ...........................................33
Grounding Instructions .......................32, 33
Consumer Services ...................35
Appliance Registration ..................................2
Important Phone Numbers .......................35
Model and Serial Number Location ...........2
Warranty ........................................Back Cover
SoIver...............................34
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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
Write down the model and serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label inside the oven.
These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your microwave oven. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your microwave oven.
Be sure
your
microwave
oven is registered.
It is important that we know the location of your microwave oven should a need occur for adjustments.
Your supplier is responsible for registering you as the owner.
Please check with your supplier to be sure he has done so; also send in your Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card. If you move, or if you are not the original purchaser, please write to us, stating model and serial numbers.
This appliance
Please be certain that it is.
Write to:
GE Appliances Range Product Service Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225
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be registered.
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.
All these things are normal with your microwave oven.
Steam or vapor escaping from
around the door.
Light reflection around door or
outer case.
Dimming oven light and change
in blower sound may occur while operating at power levels other than high.
Dull thumping sound while oven
is operating.
Some TV-Radio interference
might be noticed while using your microwave oven. It’s similar to the interference caused by other small appliances and does not indicate a problem with
your
oven.
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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE 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.
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(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.
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~ORTANT
SA~TY
Read W instructions before using
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
A
WARNING-~oreducethetis~of
burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
Read and follow the specific “Precautions to
Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy” on the previous page.
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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.
Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. microwave oven is specifically designed to heat or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or
industrid
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For best operation, plug this appliance into
use.
its own electrical outlet, to prevent flickering of
Iighb,
blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit
breaker.
Do not mount this appliance over a
or locate this appliance
otiy
in accordance with
the provided Installation Instructions.
Be certain to place the front surface of the door
three inches or more back from the countertop edge to avoid appliance in normal
Do not cover or block any openings on the
accidenti
usage.
tipping of the
appliance.
Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do
use this product near water—for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or near a sink.
This microwave oven is not approved or tested
for marine use.
Do not store anything directly on top of the
microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.
~is
sink.
Install
not
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ttis app~ance.
Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not let power cord hang over edge of table
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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.
See door surface cleaning instructions in the
Care and Cleaning section(s) of this book.
This appliance should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
—Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
appliance if paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
—Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic
bags before placing bags in oven.
—Do not use your microwave oven to dry
newspapers.
—Do not use recycled paper
producti.
Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can contain metal flecks which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper products containing nylon or nylon filaments should be avoided, as they may also ignite.
—Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven
unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens.
—Do not 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 overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate
and catch fire, causing damage to your oven.
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WORTANT
SAFETY
(continued)
~STRUCTIONS
—Do not use the oven for storage purposes. Do
not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use.
—Mmaterials
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.
Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
containers-for example, closed jars—will explode and should not be heated in this microwave oven. Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury.
Avoid heating baby food in glass jars, even
without their lids; especially meat and egg mixtures.
Don’t defrost frozen beverages in narrow
necked bottles (especially carbonated beverages), Even if the container is opened, pressure can build up. This can cause the container to burst, possibly resulting in injury,
Use
metal
only as directed in this book. TV 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 (other than metal
shel~
at least 1
inch away from sides of oven.
Cookware may become hot
because of heat
transfened
from the heated food, Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware.
Sometimes the glass cooking tray can become
too hot to touch. Be careful when touching the tray during
Foods cooked in liquids (such as pasta) may tend
and
after cooking
to boil over more rapidly than foods containing less moisture, Should this occur, refer to the Care
and Cleaning section(s) for instructions on how to
clean the inside of the oven.
Thermometer—Do not use a thermometer in
food you is designed or recommended for use in
are
microwaving unless the thermometer
the
microwave oven.
Remove the temperature probe from the oven
when not using it to cook with. If you leave the probe inside the oven without inserting it in the food or liquid, and turn on the microwave energy, it can create electrical arcing in the oven and damage oven walls.
Plastic
cookwar+Plastic
cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used carefully. Even microwave-safe plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of overcooking. In longer exposures to overcooking, the food and cookware could ignite. For these reasons: 1) Use microwave-safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer’s recommendations. 2) Do not subject empty cookware to microwaving,
3) Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision.
. When cooking pork, follow the directions
exactly and always cook the meat to an internal temperature of at least
170°F.
This assures that, in the remote possibility that trichina may be present in the meat, it will be killed and meat will be safe to eat,
Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure
will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst, possibly resulting in injury.
Foods with unbroken outer
“skin”
such as potatoes, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other giblets, and egg
yoks (see
previous caution) should be pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking,
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microwave
plastic wrap is suitable for
ovens,
Check
the
package for
use
in
proper use.
Spontaneous
botiing-Under
certain special circumstances, liquids may start to boil during or shortly after removal from the microwave from splashing liquid, stir liquid briefly before removing
oven,
To prevent bums
the
the
container from the microwave oven.
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c~~ng pouches
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plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by package. If they are not, plastic could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in injury. Also, plastic storage containers should beat least partially uncovered because they form a tight seal,
men
cooking with containers tightly covered with plastic wrap, remove covering
carefilly and
and direct steam away from hands
face.
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.
Use
of the DOUBLE
DUTYm
shelf accessory. —Remove the shelf from oven when not in use. —Do not store or cook with shelf on floor of oven.
Product damage may result.
—Use pot holders when handling the shelf and
cookware. They may be hot.
—Do not use microwave browning dish on shelf.
The shelf could overheat. —Use the shelf only when cooking on two levels. —Be sure that the shelf is positioned properly
inside the oven to prevent product damage.
Use of shelf with Auto Cook, Auto Reheat or
Popcorn feature is not recommended (see the Auto Cook, Auto Reheat or Popcorn sections).
Optional Accessories
Available at extra cost from your GE supplier.
04-A019
under a cabinet.
JX37B
wall oven.
Hanging Kit allows
Installation Kit
converts this oven to a built-in
this oven to be mounted
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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MICROWAV~G T~S
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:
in the oven both the dish you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled with one water—set the m~asuring 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.
Place
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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.
SERVICE...
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. FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most
ca~es,
this
wi~l
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
FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North
Wacker
Drive, Chicago, IL 60606
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Cooking Complete Reminder
(For all cooking features except Auto Roast code 4)
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.
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Door Latches.
2.
Door Screen.
permits viewing of foods and keeps microwaves confined inside oven.
Mode Stirrer Cover.
3.
Protects the microwave energy distributing system. Do not remove this cover. You will damage the oven.
4.
Receptacle For Temperature Probe. Temperature probe
must be securely inserted into receptacle when using Cook & Hold or Auto Roast.
Metal
screen
Temp
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Temperature Probe. Use with
Temp
Cook& Hold and Auto
Roast functions only.
DOUBLE DUTY
Lets you microwave several foods at once. (See Safety Instructions and How to Use the Double Duty Food microwaves best when placed directly on the oven floor. Use this shelf only when cooking foods on two levels.
Touch Control Panel and Display. See
Control Panel section for instructions.
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9.
10. Automatic Cooking Guide.
NOTE: Rating plate, oven vents(s)
and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.
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Door Open Button. Push to open door.
Glass Cooking 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.
Quick reference codes for many frequently prepared foods.
Tray
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YOUR TOUCH CONTROL PANEL
The Touch Control Panel allows you to set the oven controls with the touch of a finger. It’s designed to be easy to use and understand.
“Error” Appears on Display:
During Auto Cook, Reheat or Popcorn program,
the door was opened before steam could be detected.
No steam was detected by sensor within four
minutes and 10 seconds after start of Popcorn program.
“PROBE” Appears on Display:
Probe
has been forgotten when Auto Roast or
Temp
Cook & Hold function is being used.
Probe is not securely seated in oven wall receptacle.
1.
DISPLAY.
Displays time of day, time or temperature during cooking functions, power level being used, cooking mode and instructions.
2.
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).
4.
POWER LEVEL. Touch this pad after you
enter the cooking time if you want to change from automatic power level 10 (High) for cooking or power level 3 (Low) for defrosting.
MIN/SEC TIMER. This feature uses no
5.
microwave energy. It functions as either a kitchen timer, as a holding period after defrost or as a delay timer before time or temperature cooking.
AUTO COOK. Touch this pad and then a
6.
number pad for desired code number, and oven automatically microwaves at pre-programmed power levels and determines the proper amount of cooking times until the food is done and oven shuts off.
7.
POPCORN. Touch this pad and START, and the popcorn sensor determines the right cooking time. The microwave popcorn feature is designed to be used only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 to 3.7 ounces.
8.
EXPRESS COOK. Touch the number 1 through
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.
9. 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 1:30, touch number pads 1,3, and O and
“1:30” will appear in display.
Then touch START or CLOCK pad. To reset or change time, simply repeat this process.
10. ADD 30 SECONDS. Press this pad to add
30 seconds to the cook time as it’s counting down.
11. AUTO START~EMINDER.
Allows
YOU 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.
12. START. After all selections are made, touch this pad to
stati
the oven.
13. AUTO DEFROST. Touch this pad and enter food weight. The oven automatically sets power levels and defrosting time.
14.
TEMP
COOK & HOLD. Use the temperature probe to cook by using a preset temperature. Once food reaches preset temperature, oven switches to HOLD setting and maintains that temperature until you touch the
CLEAWOFF
pad.
15. AUTO ROAST. Insert probe, touch this pad, and desired number pad for code to slow-cook or temperature cook meat with automatic preset program.
16. AUTO REHEAT. Use Auto Reheat for quick
reheating of a variety of foods using different times and power levels.
17. NUMBER PADS. Touch these pads to enter
cooking, defrosting time, time of day, temperature, power level, Auto Codes or food weights for Auto Defrost.
18. MINUTE. Use with number pads to enter whole
minutes. For example, for 4 minutes touch 4 and MINUTE.
19.
CLEAWOFF. When touched, it shuts off the
oven and erases all settings (except time of day).
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Sensor Controls
AUTOCOOK
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Program Cooking
Use your Touch Control Panel to Auto Cook, Auto Create your own programs to suit your individual Roast, Auto Reheat and Auto Defrost—with the cooking style. For example: program a hold time oven setting the power levels and cooking or heating between Time Defrost and Time Cook I & II; set times; to Temp Cook & Hold, using your choice of Time Cook I & 11 for a two-stage program using temperature; to Time Cook or Time Defrost, using different times and power levels; or use the your choice of power (highest); to extend cooking time by 30 seconds using cooking function, such as Temp Cook & Hold. Add 30 Seconds pad; to set the clock; and to time kitchen tasks with the Minute/Second Timer.
levels
from 1 (lowest) to 10
Minute/Second Timer to delay the start of a
When You Plug in the Oven
The display
lights disappear and “RESET” appears. Touch the recurs and you must reset clock after touching
CLEAWOFF
clock can be set.
panel
lights up. After 15 seconds, all If power is disrupted at any time, the sequence at left
pad and oven is ready for use and the
CLEAWOFF.
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HOW TO USE THE M~UTE/SECO~
TMER
The Minute/Second Timer
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.
Using a Holding Time
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
recip~s
or in a
~ookbook.
How to Time a 3-Minute Phone Call Programming Delayed Cooking
Step 1: Touch MIN/SEC TIMER pad.
Step 2: Touch 3 and MINUTE pad (for 3 minutes and no seconds).
Step 3: Touch START. Display shows time counting
down. The timer signals when time is up.
To delay cooking up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds, touch either TIME COOK I & II, TEMP COOK & HOLD or AUTO ROAST and enter cook time, temperature or code. Touch MIN/SEC TIMER and enter number of minutes to delay cooking.
delaying cooking, be sure probe
Timer will count down to zero and cooking will begin.
Temp
Cook & Hold or Auto Roast
is in
food.
When
Touch START.
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:
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Take casserole from freezer and place in oven.
Step
2:
Touch TIME
‘EFRosTpad
Step 3: Touch pads 1,5 and MINUTE pad 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.)
Step 4: Set standing or hold time by touching MIN/SEC TIMER
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Step 5: Touch 1,0 and MINUTE pad to hold for ten minutes.
TIME COOK
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pad
Step 6: Touch TIME COOK I &II pad.
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Step 7: Touch 2,5 and MINUTE pad for 25 minutes
of cooking time.
Step 8:
START
n
each function is automatically performed, oven display shows instructions entered and the function. When time is up, the oven signals and flashes “End.”
Touch START. As
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Time Cook I
Time Cook allows you to microwave for a selected Because automatic power level 10 is recommended
amount of time. for this cup of coffee, there is no need to change the Power level 10 (High) is recommended for most
cooking, but you may change this for more flexibility. To become better acquainted with time cooking, make
a cup of coffee by following the steps below. Step 1: Fill a cup
2/3-full of water: add
1 teaspoon of instant coffee and stir to dissolve. Use a cup that has no metal decoration and is microwave-safe (refer to Microwaving Tips section). Place cup in oven and close door.
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Step 2: Touch TIME COOK I &II pad.
Step 3:
and MINUTE pad for one minute.
Select your time. Touch 1
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power level. (If power level 10 is not appropriate, see
“How to Change Power Level” below.)
Step 4:
START
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Step 5: When time is up, the oven signals and flashes
“End.” The oven, light and fan shut off.
Step
6:
Open the door.
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 I & II.
2. Select cooking time.
3. Press POWER LEVEL.
4. Select power.
5. Press START.
Touch the START pad.
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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
I & II.
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Step 3: Select your first cook time. For example,
touch 2,
Step 4: Touch TIME COOK I & II. Step 5: Set your second cook time. Step 6: Change the power level.
1
and 5 for two minutes and 15 seconds.
How to Change Power Level
1. Press TIME COOK I & II.
2. Select cooking time.
3. Press POWER LEVEL.
4. Select power.
5. Press START.
Step 7: “POWER 10,” is displayed and “COOK TIME I“ counts down.
Step 8: At the end of “COOK TIME I,” the second power level is displayed and “COOK TIME II” 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.
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COO~NG
(continued)
BY
T~E
The Express Cook Feature
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.
How
to Use Auto Start
The Auto Start feature allows you to program your
oven to begin cooking at a preset time of day—up (Be sure your microwave oven clock shows the
to a 12-hour delay.
To Use Auto Start Step 3: Enter your desired cooking program.
Step 1: Touch AUTO
AUTO START
REMINDER
m
START/REMINDER pad.
Add 30 Seconds
The Add 30 Seconds feature
ADD 30
SECONDS extend cooking time by 30
n
Step 2: Enter the time you want the oven to start. correct time of day.)
Step 4: Touch START pad. The oven automatically start at the desired time.
provides a convenient way to seconds while the oven timer is
counting down. It will add 30 seconds to the time shown each time the pad is touched.
will
How to Use Reminder
The Reminder feature can be used like an
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.
REMINDER
n
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).
alarm
Step
3: Touch START pad. The reminder is now set at the time you
programmed, and will
signal you at that time
with a beeping sound
until you open the door or touch the CLEAR/OFF
pad. The display door is opened or oven will signal continuously for up to 30 minutes. The REMinder time may be displayed by touching the AUTO START/REMINDER pad. The day may be displayed by touching the CLOCK pad.
will
show REM until the oven
CLEAWOFF is touched. The
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NOTE: Use of the metal Double Duty program is NOT recommended.
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.
POPCORN
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Step 3: Touch POPCORN pad.
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“POP” flashes. After
4 seconds, “START” flashes on display.
Step 4: Touch START. The
popcorn sensor automatically calculates the cooking time.
After the popcorn sensor detects steam, the oven signals and displays remaining cooking time needed.
Step 5: When cooking is completed, the oven signals and flashes
“End.” Open the door and remove the popcorn.
How to Adjust the POP Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time
If your favorite popcorn is not completely popped, there is a simple adjustment you can make. another adjustment you can make.
Touch the POPCORN pad and then touch number pad 9. The word “POP” will appear on the display with a plus sign beside it. The plus sign indicates 20 seconds more cooking time is being provided.
If your favorite popcorn is overcooked, there is
Touch the POPCORN
pad and then touch number pad 1. The word “POP” appear on the display with a minus sign beside it. The minus sign indicates 20 seconds less cooking time is being provided.
will
Questions and Answers
Q. I opened the door to check on the popcorn and Q. Can I use regular popcorn with the Popcorn
“Error” appeared on the display. Why?
A. The Popcorn program first detects steam and then
switches to Time Cook. If you open the door while “POP” is displayed, “Error” will appear. Close the door, touch may open the door when “End” appears on display.
CLEAWOFF
and begin again. You
feature in my microwave oven?
A. No. This automatic function is designed to be used
only with prepackaged microwave popcorn.
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DEFROST~G
Time Defrost (Power Level 3)
BY
TM
Time
Defrost is designed for speedy thawing of
frozen
a microwave oven.
Use the Time Defrost setting to such as bread, rolls, vegetables, fruits and frozen dinners. for meat and
defrosting time and power levels for you.
food and is one of the great advantages of
quic~y
The
Auto Defrost setting is preferred
poul~
because the oven sets the
Power level 3 is automatically set when you press
TIME DEFROST pad, but you may change this for more flexibility.
How to Change Power Level
1. Press TIME DEFROST.
2. Select defrosting time.
3. Press POWER LEVEL.
4. Select power.
5. Press START.
thaw foods
To become better acquainted with the defrost function, defrost a 10 oz. package of frozen strawberries by following the steps below.
Step 1:
and close door. Be sure package contains no metal.
o
Step
recommended. For example, touch 4 and MINUTE
pad for 4 minutes.
o
Step
Steps 2 and 3 to set remaining half of defrosting time
and touch START.
Step
the door, remove the package and separate to finish defrosting.
Place package of frozen strawberries in the oven
Step
2:
Touch TIME DEFROST.
TIME
DEFROST
3: Select one
START
5: Turn the package over, close the door
6: When the oven signals and flashes “End,” open
hdf
of
tie
total defrosting time
Step
4: Touch START. When
the
cycle is completed, the oven
signals and flashes “End,” then
automatically shuts off.
and
strawbeties
repeat
Defrosting Tips
Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in
the package.
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Q
FamiIy-size,
defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a foil container, transfer it to a microwave-safe dish.
pre-packaged frozen dinners can be
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).
For even defrosting, some foods need to be broken
up or separated part of the way through the defrosting time.
Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs, fish,
stuffings, poultry and pork should not be allowed to
sit out for more than one hour after defrosting. Room
temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.
Q. Can I defrost small items in a hurry?
A. Yes, but they will need more frequent attention
than usual. Raise the power level after entering the time by touching the desired power level pad. Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in about 1/2; Power level 10 cuts the total defrosting time to approximately 1/3. During either, rotate or stir food frequently.
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Internal temperature is the best test of doneness
for many foods. Use Temp Cook & Hold to cook a variety of foods
to the desired finished food temperature. The Time Cook I & II setting is recommended for batters, doughs, frozen foods and foods which are difficult to cook precisely with the probe.
Temp Cook & Hold takes the guesswork out of cooking, because the oven automatically switches to “Hold” setting after reaching the preset food temperature and maintains that temperature for up to one hour or until you touch the
NOTE: Oven automatically switches to “Hold” when preset food temperature is reached.
The Temperature Probe
The temperature probe is a food thermometer that gauges the internal temperature of your food. (Its appearance may vary from picture at right.) The probe must be used when using Temp Cook & Hold or Auto Roast. To use the probe properly, follow directions in the Automatic Roasting section.
How to Temp Cook a Rolled Beef Rib Roast to Medium
CLEAWOFF pad.
Step 1: Insert temperature probe and attach probe securely in oven wall. Close the door.
Step 2: Touch TEMP COOK
TEMP COOK
&
HOLD
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Step 3: Touch 1,6 and O for
POWER
LEVEL
o
& HOLD pad.
160°F.
Step 4: Touch POWER LEVEL pad. Touch 5 for medium power.
START
o
Step 6: When and display “Hold.” The oven will then hold the temperature.
CLEAR
OFF
n
Step 8: Remove probe and food from the oven.
Cooking Tips
Use a lower power level; foods Be sure frozen food has been
will heat more evenly though completely defrosted before requiring more time. inserting probe. Probe may break
off if used in frozen foods.
Step 5: Touch the START pad. If internal temperature of the roast is less than show “COOL”; if temperature is
90°F.
temperature counting up.
160°F.
is reached, the oven will sound
Step 7: Touch the CLEAWOFF
pad to stop the cycle.
Cover foods loosely for moisture
control and quick, even heating.
90°F.,
display will
or above, display shows
Questions and Answers
Q. Why did “PRObE” flash on the display after I Q. Can I leave my probe in the oven if it’s not
touched the START pad?
A.
“PRObE”
end of the probe securely into the receptacle in
the oven & HOLD pad and forget to use the probe.
will
flash if you don’t seat the cable A. No, if it touches the oven wall, it may damage
wall
or if you touch the TEMP COOK
inserted in food?
the oven.
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Auto Defrost
AUTO DEFROST
With the Auto Defrost feature,
the oven automatically sets the
defrosting times and power
levels for you.
Use the Auto Defrost Guide on the next page. Enter the food weight in pounds and tenths of a pound (see Conversion Guide below). Then touch START pad.
How to Set Auto Defrost
Before you begin, check the guide located at front of oven when you open the door. It shows minimum
and maximum food weights for a variety of foods.
You will need to know your food weight before setting Auto Defrost.
Step 1: Remove food from package, place in oven on microwave-safe dish and close door.
Step 2: Touch the AUTO
m
mmmm
ammm
DEFpad
Step 3: Enter weight. For example, touch number pads 1 and 2 for weight of 1.2 pounds
(1
pound, 3 ounces. See
Conversion Guide below.)
The oven calculates defrosting time and changes power levels during defrosting to give even defrosting results.
Step 4:
Display shows defrost time
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mice
during defrosting, the oven beeps 4 times and
“TURn” flashes.
Follow the directions in the Auto Defrost Guide for what to do at the first and second signal. Then
ciose the
continues during “TURn” display.) When defrosting time is completed, “End” flashes
and oven beeps 4 times. and oven beeps every minute until door is opened or
door and touch START. (Defrosting
CLEAWOFF
Countingdown
pad is touched.
Touch START pad.
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“End” remains on display
Stand Time
After Auto Defrosting, meat needs 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.
stand
in order to
Conversion Guide
If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the ounces must be converted to tenths
(.1) of a pound.
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Ounces
1–2
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3
45 67
8
9-1o
11
12–13
1415
Pounds
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RECOMMENDED
FOODS
MIN.-MAX.
WEIGHT FIRST SIGNAL SECOND SIGNAL STAND TIME
Chops
Frankfurters, Sausage
Ground Meat
Beef Patties Roast
Ribs
Steak Stew
Whole Chicken
Turkey Breast (breast side up)
0.1 -6.0 lbs.
0.1 -6.0 lbs.
0.1 -6.0 lbs.
0.1 -6.0 lbs.
0.1 -6.0 lbs.
0.1 -6.0 lbs.
0.1 -6.0 lbs.
0.1 -6.0 lbs.
I
0.1 -6.0 lbs.
0.1 -6.0 lbs.
Turn over.
Separate.
Turn over.
Turn over. Turn over and
shield. Turn over.
Turn over. 5 minutes
Turn over and
separate.
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Turn over and shield.
Turn over,
Separate and shield
where necessary.
Remove defrosted
pieces. Remove defrosted areas
and break apart. Separate patties. Shield if necessary. 90 minutes
Remove defrosted pieces. Shield if necessary.
Separate and remove defrosted
Turn over and shield.
Shield where necessary.
~ieces.
5 minutes
2 minutes
5 minutes
5 minutes
10
minutes
5 minutes
I
10 minutes; run cold water in cavity.
20 minutes in refrigerator;
run cold water in cavity.
Chicken Pieces
0.1 -6.0 lbs.
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Cornish
Cornish
Fish Fillets
Shrimp, Scallops
Whole Fish
Edges or thin areas of meat will defrost more rapidly than other areas. After first or second signal, shield warm areas with small pieces of foil.
Hens (whole)
Hens (split)
0.1 -6.0 lbs.
I
0.1 -6.Olbs. I Turnover.
0.1 -6.0 lbs.
0.1 -6.0 lbs.
Turn over.
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Remove wrapper and turn over.
Turn over.
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Separate.
Separate and remove defrosted pieces.
I
Separate and remove
defrosted pieces. Separate and remove
defrosted pieces.
5 minutes
I
10 minutes;
run cold water in cavity.
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5 minutes
5 minutes
5 minutes
Hold under cold running water.
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AUTO~TIC
ROAST~G
Auto Roast uses the temperature probe to cook to the
desired serving temperature. Unlike
Cook & Hold, which uses a single power level,
Auto Roast uses up to 3 power settings which automatically switch during roasting, thus providing even, tender cooking results without overcooking.
Temp
Preparing Roasts for Auto Roasting
Place tender beef roast in cooking bag on trivet in microwave-safe dish. (Refer to package instructions for proper use of cooking bag.) Insert probe through cooking bag horizontally into the center meaty area not touching bone or fat. Make sure the handle does not touch the food or top or sides of the oven.
Just as in regular roasting, only tender roasts should be Auto Roasted until specified internal temperatures
are reached. Less tender roasts should be microwaved
by time.
Place pork roast in cooking bag and place in microwave-safe dish.
Place meat in oven with probe to the right. Insert cable end of probe firmly into receptacle on oven wall.
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How to Auto Roast Beef to Medium
Step 1: Touch AUTO ROAST
pad. Touch number pad START. (See the “Auto Roast Guide” for recommended codes. )
NOTE: By touching the AUTO ROAST pad during cooking, the meat’s internal temperature will be
dis~laved. wi~l b:
is released, doneness code reappears on the display. Step 2: When you select
Auto Roast codes 1 or 2, the oven signals with 4 beeps and flashes on the display when it’s time to turn the roast over. After you turn the roast, close the door and touch START. (NOTE: Oven continues to cook after the signal whether or not roast is turned over. )
comolete
,
(“COOL”
displayed until meat reaches
“TURn”
1.
list of
Touch
FOOO TEMP
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AUTO ROAST
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90°F.)
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CODE
When pad
CODE
Step
3: After a pre-programmed food temperature is reached. oven 4 times and appears on the display.
Step 4: Food will be held at this temperature
oven then beeps 4 times and “End” appears.
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beeps
“HO~d”
.
.
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Auto Roast Guide
Place meats in a cooking bag in microwave-safe
dish. (Refer to package instructions for proper use of cooking bag.)
Minimum
Food
Beef (5
Pork (5 lb. max.)
Poultry (6 lb. max.)
*Recommended standing time before serving.
Automatic
Total time includes time to bring food to 180°F., and
hold
Auto Roast as explained in this section. Display shows “SIM” and
‘etAutosimmer’ike
“CODE 4.”
lb.
max.)
Tender Roast
Medium Well
Loin Roast
Turkey Breast
(Insert probe horizontally
into meatiest area.)
Simmer
at that temperature until done.
Code
1
2
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2 170°F.
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3
(Auto Roast Code 4)
F
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Find
Temp.
160°F. 170°F. 15-17
185°F. 17-20
COOE
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Recommended codes are shown on guide behind
door, on front of oven.
Insert probe as described elsewhere in this section.
Approx.
(minutes per pound) Minutes
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Oven switches to Hold at holding at 180°F. until you remove food and
touch pad. If stirring is recommended, you can restart oven by touching the
START pad again. Touch off oven.
Time
13-15
15-19
180°F.,
and continues
CLEAWOFF
Hold*
5-1o
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10-15
CLEAWOFF
Doneness
Display
0
10
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WELL
WELL
WELL
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pad to turn
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Automatic
Food
Beef
Pot Roast Chili
Chicken
Stewing
BroilerEwer
Haflork
Roast
soup
StocWegetable Split
Pea
Simmer
Final
Temp.
180°F. 180°F.
180°F. 180°F.
180°F,
180°F. 180°F.
Guide
Approx.
Tim~ours
(Auto Roast Code 4)
Doneness
Display Comments
5-7 5-8
4-6 3-4
4-6
7-1o
5-7
SIM Add enough liquid to just cover meat. If adding vegetables, SIM
SIM Add 4 cups liquid. Insert probe into meatiest area of inner thigh SIM Same procedure as above.
SIM
SIM SIM
make sure they are completely covered by liquid. Precook meat. Place probe 1 inch from top surface. Stir after 3 hours, if possible.
from below end and parallel to leg. Turn over after 1/2 of time.
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Add4cupsliquid.
Make sure that vegetables and meat are covered by liquid. Stir every 3 hours. Add enough liquid to cover peas at least 2 inches. Stir after 3 hours.
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AUTO
m~AT
Auto Reheat lets you touch just 2 pads to bring previously prepared foods to serving temperature.
many leftovers, there is no need to look up reheating
times in a cookbook or to rely on guesswork.
By actually sensing the steam that escapes as food heats, this feature automatically adjusts the oven’s heating time to various types and amounts of pre-cooked food.
Whh
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.
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Because all cooking containers must be covered during
automatic reheating, this feature is best with foods you want to steam or retain moisture. See Containers and
Covers section.
NOTE: Use of the metal Double Duty Auto Reheat is NOT recommended.
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shelf with
Foods Not Recommended
Bread products, foods that must be reheated uncovered, foods that require constant attention, and 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.
Easy to Use
Simply touch AUTO REHEAT and START.
Example:
AUTO REHEAT
33?7
Place covered food in oven.
Touch AUTO REHEAT pad.
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“RHEAT” shows on display and “FOOD” flashes.
After 4 seconds, “START” flashes
START
on display. Touch START pad.
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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.
“RHEAT” and “FOOD” are displayed.
FOOD
Beep sounds when steam
is sensed and “RHEAT”
m
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FOOD
is replaced by time counting down. Rotate
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or stir food if necessary.
1
Close door and touch
START to finish heating.
When done, oven
displays “End” and
beeps every minute until door is opened or
CLEAWOFF is touched.
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Questions & Answers
Q. If my food is not completely reheated after
using Auto Reheat, what should I do?
A. Use Time Cook in 30-second increments.
Q. What if I don’t fully cover the dish in Auto
Reheat?
A. Oven senses steam too quickly, which shortens
the reheating time and leaves food too cool. To complete reheating use the TIME COOK pad.
AUTO COOK
The Auto Cook feature may be used to eliminate your need to look up cooking time in a cookbook or guess how long to set cooking time. By actually sensing the steam that escapes as food microwaves, 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, Foods that must be cooked uncovered, foods that casseroles, vegetables, leftovers and convenience foods can be Auto Cooked.
Because most cooking containers must be covered during Auto Cook, this feature is best with foods that you want to steam or retain moisture.
NOTE: Use of the metal Double Duty with Auto Cook is NOT recommended.
T’M
shelf
Foods Not Recommended
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.
Foods that microwave best using the temperature probe should be
Temp
Cooked or Auto Roasted.
Easy to Use Keep Door Closed
Simply touch three control pads—AUTO COOK, Do not open the oven door while the word “AUTO” desired code, and START. The word “AUTO” is displayed— steam escaping from the oven can appears on the display and the sensor is activated affect cooking performance. If the door is opened, to sense steam from food.
close the door and touch START immediately.
Auto Cook Codes
Auto Cook codes 1 through 8 are designed to give you easy automatic results with a number of foods.
Code 1, designed for reheating foods quickly, turns the oven off
automatically as soon as the sensor
detects steam from the foods.
When codes 2 through 8 are selected, the oven determines how much additional cooking time is needed after steam has been sensed, automatically switches to TIME COOK and signals. The word
“AUTO” on the display is then replaced by countdown numbers indicating remaining cooking time. When the signal is heard, the oven door may be opened for stirring, turning or rotating food.
A guide behind the oven door lists cooking codes for frequently prepared fresh or uncooked foods and appropriate codes are recommended in the Automatic
Cooking Control Guide section.
(c[~ntinued next page)
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Example:
AUTO COOK
(continued)
Place covered food in oven. Touch AUTO COOK pad.
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How to Adjust Auto Cook Codes to Suit Your Taste
By simply adding a 1 after any Auto Cook code number, you can set the oven to cook for less time than the code would regularly provide.
For example, if code 4 cooks your chicken more done than you like it, set code 41 next time and you’ll get 20% shorter cooking time.
“ENTER COOK CODE”
flashes on display.
Touch number pad for desired code. “CODE 2“ shows. After
4 seconds, “START” flashes
on display. Touch START.
20~0
The word “AUTO”
shows on the display, indicating steam sensor is activated. DO NOT OPEN DOOR. OPENING DOOR MAY
AFFECT
PERFORMANCE. The beep sounds when
the steam is sensed and
“AUTO” is replaced by cook time. Rotate or stir the food, if necessary. When done, the oven beeps every minute until the door is opened or
CLEAWOFF is touched.
If you want a longer cooking time than a code provides, add a 9 after the code.
For the chicken in the example at left, code 49 would provide 20% longer cooking time than the regular code 4 would provide.
COO~NG
Example:
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22
Touch AUTO COOK pad.
START
n
Touch START. DO NOT OPEN
DOOR until first oven signal, then rotate dish 1/2 turn if necessary. Close door and touch START to finish cooking.
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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.
For frozen foods in metal trays,
remove foil covering and baked goods, reinsert tray into box and close ends of box.
Use microwave-safe casseroles or bowls for entrees and vegetables. Cover with lids that fit. If lids are not available, use plastic wrap or wax paper. Plastic wrap should be vented over food to allow for escaping steam. Seal by pressing plastic wrap firmly around edges.
Slit plastic pouches 1 inch as shown above. Break food up thoroughly after oven signals.
Match the amount of food to the size of the
container. Fill containers at least half full for best results.
Be sure the oufiide 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 Automatic Cooking Control Guide.
Paper
plate+while
they maybe used for Time and Temperature Cooking and Defrosting, do not use them with automatic cooking. Use microwave-safe plates or bowls for reheating. Cover with plastic wrap or wax paper.
For frozen entrees in paperboard trays, remove tray from box but do not remove film over tray. Thick
entrees may take longer to
cook—
see the Automatic Cooking Control Guide.
Use oblong or square containers for chicken or corn on the cob. Plastic wrap covering should be
vented over food to allow for escaping steam. Seal by pressing plastic wrap firmly around edges.
Follow Automatic Cooking Control Guide setting for casseroles. Cover
casserole meat and vegetables
with sauce.
Cool
hot ingredients
or sauces. If they are not cool, it is
better to use Time Cook I & 11.
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AUTO~TIC COO~G
CONTROL
GU~E
Do not open oven door during Auto cycle. When
oven signals and countdown time is displayed, door may be opened for stirring, turning or rotating food.
To resume cooking, close door and touch START.
Match the amount of food to the size of container.
Fill containers at least 1/2 full.
Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup water to fresh vegetables.
Foods should be covered with
lid
to dish or plastic
wrap to prevent spattering to keep oven clean.
Spareribs, pot roasts and meat loaf should be
covered tightly to ensure even cooking.
Auto Cook
Food Canned Foods
Thin—water and milk-based soups sauces, gravies
Thick+hili,
stew, ravioli, spaghetti, chunky soups
Vegetables—8 to 16
ounces
Leftovers
Convenience Foods
Frozen dinners (with entree and 2 vegetables or vegetable and pasta)
Frozen dinner entree (individual) Pouch Tray
Frozen dinner entree (2 to 3 servings)
Frozen breakfast entrees
Grocery-Shelf dinner entrees
beef
Code
1
2
2
2
4
3 5
5
3
3
Container
Microwave-safe
container matched
to size of food.
Microwave-safe container matched to size of food.
Microwave-safe container matched to amount of food.
Plate or safe container matched to amount of food.
Package tray or plate
Pouch Tray
Tray
Package wrap or tray
Package
microwave-
Be sure outside of container and inside of oven
are dry.
After completion of Auto Cook cycle, if food needs
additional cooking, return food to oven and use Time Cook I &11 to finish cooking.
To adjust cook times to suit individual tastes, add a “l” or “9” to code number when entering Auto Cook Code.
Use of Auto Cook feature with DOUBLE
metil
shelf is not recommended.
Approx.
2 to 4 min. per
18
Time
3
to
4 min.
per cup
3 to 4 min.
per cup
4 to 8 min.
serving
6
to
10 min.
3
to
6 min.
8 to 11 min.
to 22 min.
3 to 5 min.
3
to 5 min.
Comments
Cover with lid to dish or plastic wrap.
Cover with lid to dish or plastic wrap.
Cover with lid to dish or plastic wrap.
Cover with lid to dish or plastic wrap.
Cover with plastic lid to plate or leave plastic covering in place on tray.
If tray has foil cover, replace with plastic wrap.
If tray has foil cover, replace with plastic wrap.
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Auto Cook
Food Casseroles
Pre-cooked ingredients in sauce, such as tuna noodle, turkey
tetrazzini, and
franks and beans Uncooked
ingredients, such as scalloped potatoes, hamburger patty, stew
Meats, Poultry Seafood
Chicken pieces
(Up
to 2fi lbs.)
Whole
chicken
(Up
to 3
lbs.)
Fish fillets (1
Meat loaf (1X lbs.) Hamburger patties
(4) Sausage patties
(12 oz.) Pork chops
(4, 1/2 to
3/4
inch thick)
Shrimp (up to
Vegetables
Frozen,
1O-OZ.
block
Frozen,
10-oz.
pouch
Baking potatoes
6
to 8 oz. each)
(4, Cubed potatoes
(Up
to 2 lbs.)
Fresh vegetables, such as carrots,
brussels
broccoli, cauliflower, summer and winter squash, green beans
Fruit
Baked apples, pears (4)
lb.)
1 lb.)
sprouts,
Code
6
7
5
8
3
8 3
3
8
2
2
3
4
4
4
2
Container
1 k- to
3-qt.
3-qt.
oblong
lid
casserole
casserole
glass
microwave-
with lid
1X- to
with lid
2-qt. oblong glass baking dish
2-qt. oblong glass baking dish
2-qt. oblong glass baking dish
9x5 x3 inch loaf dish 8 inch square dish
2-qt. oblong glass baking dish
2-qt. oblong glass baking dish
2-qt.
baking dish
l-qt. casserole
with lid Pouch on
safe plate 8 inch square dish
2-qt. casserole with
IX- to 2-qt. casserole
with lid
2-qt. casserole with lid
4pprox.
Time
20
to 30 min.
40 to 55 min.
8 to 24 min.
30 to 40 min.
7 to 10 min.
24 to 28 min.
7 to 9 min.
7 to 9 min.
30 to 35 min.
4 to 7 min.
7 to 10 min.
10
min.
8 to
12 to 16 min.
20 to 30 min.
13
to 15 min.
12 to 14 min.
Comments
When oven signals, stir if necessary.
When oven signals, stir if necessary.
Cover with plastic wrap.
Place in cooking bag; cut slits in bag as directed on package.
Cover with plastic wrap.
Cover with plastic wrap. Cover with plastic wrap.
When oven signals, turn patties
Cover with plastic wrap
Cover with plastic
Add amount of water recommended on package.
Cut slits in package.
Pierce skin with fork. Arrange around sides of dish; cover with plastic wrap.
Add 1 to 1 ti cups water.
Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup water. When oven signals, stir if necessary.
Add 2 tablespoons water per piece of fruit to dish.
poucb
wrap
as directed on
over,
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HOW TO USE THE
DO~LE DUTWM
SHELF
Use the shelf only when cooking food on 2 levels.
Food microwaves best when placed directly on the oven floor.
Do not store or cook with shelf on floor of oven.
Product damage may result.
Use pot holders when handling metal shelf and
cookware.
The wire shelf is specifically designed for added capacity
in your microwave oven. Now more than one food may
be heated or reheated and ready to serve at the same time.
They may be hot.
Positioning the Shelf
To position the DOUBLE DUTY back slightly and fit the
in the rear.
TM
shelf, tip the
shelf support guides
the support guides located
on each side of the oven
onto
Do not store microwave browning dish on metal
shelf.
. Use of Double Duty
Cook, Auto Reheat or Popcorn program is not recommended.
Batters and dough foods and also uncooked foods which
need to be prepared from scratch should be cooked
without the oven shelf.
Next, lower the front until the shelf support guides fit
onto
the support guides located at each side of the oven in the front.
When properly positioned, the shelf should fit
in place, be level and the oven.
If arcing occurs when using the shelf to cook more than one food at the same time, turn the oven off. Make sure the shelf is not touching oven walls. To prevent arcing, remove the shelf when you are not using it.
TM
shelf with Auto
snugly
n~~touch
the back or side wall of
How to Reheat Several Different
When heating several different types of food together, foods which should be served hot must be placed on the shelf, while foods which need only to be warmed should be placed on the oven floor. This is because microwave energy enters the oven from the top only. Also, it is important to remember that foods absorb microwave energy at different rates. Rates can be affected by the size of the food, and its starting temperature.
Because of the varying rates, you may need to start reheating a large or dense food a few minutes ahead of time, then add other smaller or less dense foods. Alternately, if one of the foods you are heating seems undercooked but the others are heated satisfactorily, let the
Heat or reheat different types of food at High ( 10). To determine heating times, add times for together. After half of time, stir or rearrange foods
underheated food continue cooking.
~pes
all
foods
of Foods Together
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(do not reverse positions). Check foods (especially those on the oven floor) after 3/4 of total time and remove any which are done. Continue cooking others.
Place on shelf large or dense foods, which need the most heating, such as leftover fried chicken, casseroles of canned or leftover vegetables, rice or
oasta.
Place on floor
~hose
foods which need only be warmed, such as bakery
pies, rolls, muffins or breads.
Pop popcorn on the microwave oven floor only.
Popcorn placed on the oven shelf will not pop properly. Use a special microwave popcorn accessory or prepackaged popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens.
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When adapting recipes for the microwave, it is best to start with a familiar recipe. Knowing how the food should look and taste will help when adapting recipes for microwaving. Foods that require browning or crisp, dry surfaces will cook better in regular ovens.
Moist foods, such as vegetables, fruits, poultry and
seafood, microwave well.
Rich foods, such as bar cookies, moist cakes and
candies, are suitable for microwaving because of their high fat and sugar content.
Reduce regular oven cooking times by 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. In both regular baking and microwave cooking, covers hold in moisture,
allow
for more even heating and reduce cooking time. In regular ovens, partial covering allows excess steam to escape. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper serves the same purpose when microwaving.
Venting.
After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner 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.
~rning
Over.
In range-top cooking, you turn over foods, such as hamburgers, so both sides can directly contact the hot pan. When microwaving, turning is often needed during defrosting or when cooking certain foods, such as frozen hamburgers.
Standing Time.
When you cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set. Standing time is especially
importmt
in microwave cooking. Note that a
microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack.
Shielding.
In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over-browning. When microwaving, you use small strips of foil to
shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs
on poultry, which would cook before larger parts.
Arcing.
Sparks caused by too much metal in the microwave oven or metal touching the side of the oven or foil that is not molded to food.
Prick Foods to Release Pressure.
Steam builds up pressure in foods that are tightly covered by a skin or membrane. Prick foods, such as potatoes (as you do before regular oven cooking), egg yolks and chicken livers, to prevent bursting.
Rotating.
Occasionally, repositioning a dish in the oven helps food cook more evenly. To rotate 1/2 turn, turn the dish until the side that was to the back of the oven is to the front. To rotate 1/4 turn, turn the dish until the side that was to the back of the oven is to the side.
Basic Microwave Guidelines
Density of Food. In both regular baking and
microwave cooking, dense foods, such as potatoes, take
longer
to cook than light, porous foods, such as
rolls,
bread or pieces of cake.
Round Shapes. Since microwaves penetrate foods to about one inch from top, bottom and sides, round shapes and rings cook more evenly. Corners receive more energy and may overcook. This may also happen when cooking in a regular oven.
Delicacy. Foods with a delicate texture, such as custards, are best cooked at lower power settings to avoid toughening.
Natural Moisture of food affects how it cooks. Very moist foods cook evenly because microwave energy is attracted to water molecules. Food that is uneven in moisture should be covered or allowed to stand so it heats evenly.
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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~AT~G
OR
RE~ATING GU~E
NOTE: Use Power Level High (10) unless otherwise noted.
1. Directions below are for heating or reheating already-cooked
foods stored in refrigerator or at room temperature. Use microwave-safe cookware.
2. Cover most foods for fastest heating. Exceptions are some sandwiches, griddle foods and baked items.
3. Bubbling around edges of dish is normal, since the center is the last to heat. Foods heated to
160°F.
to
165°F.
will provide safe,
Item Amount Power Level
palatable results. Adjust temperatures to suit your personal taste. Let foods stand a few minutes before serving.
4. Be sure foods are heated throughout before serving. Steaming or bubbling around edges of dish does not necessarily mean food is heated throughout.
If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.
Time
Bakery Foods
Cake,
coffee cake, doughnuts, sweet rolls, 1
nut or fruit bread
Dinner rolls, muffins
Pie: fruit, nut or custard; 1 slice= l/8 of 9 inch pie (use minimum time for custard)
piece
9 inch cake or
12 rolls or doughnuts
1
6 to 8
1 slice 1/2 to 1 min.
9 inch pie
Low (3) Low (3)
Medium (5) Medium (5)
Meal-High (7)
1/2 to 1 min. 1 k to 4 min.
1/4 to 1/2 min. 1/2 to 2 min.
4X
to 7 min.
Beverages
Cocoa, other milk based drinks (6 oz. per cup) Coffee, other water-based drinks (6 oz. per cup)
1
to 2 cups
1
to 2 cups
Meal-High (7)
2X
to 6 min.
1/2 to 3 min.
Meats and Main Dishes
Chicken pieces Hamburgers or meatloaf (4 oz. per serving) Hot dogs and sausages Rice and pasta (2/3-3/4 cup per serving) Saucy, main dishes: chop
chili,
stew, macaroni and cheese, etc. (3/4- 1 cup per serving) Steaks, chops, ribs, meat pieces Thinly-sliced meat (3 to 4 oz. per serving) Topped or mixed with sauce (2/3-3/4 cup per serving)
Tip: Cover saucy main dishes with plastic wrap. Cover other main dishes and meats with wax paper. When heating or reheating 3 to 4 servings of meat slices or pieces, rotate dish
suey,
spaghetti, creamed chicken, I to 2 servings 2fi to 5 min.
1/2
turn after half of cooking time.
1
to 2 pieces 1 to 2 servings
1
to 2
1 to 2 servings 1/2 to 3 min.
1 to 2 servings 1 to 2 servings 1/2 to 3 min. 1 to 2 servings
1 X to 3 min. 1 M to 3 min. 1/2 to 1 min.
1 k to 4 min.
2X
to 5 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 Joes, barbecue, ham
etc. in bun ( 1/3 cup per serving)
Tip: Use paper towel or napkin to cover sandwiches.
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)
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1
plate
i
to 2 servings
1
to 2 servings
1 to 2 servings Meal-High (7) 1 to 2 servings
1 to 2 servings 1 to 2 servings
I
to 2 servings
Meal-High (7) 1/2 to 3 min. Meal-High (7) 1/2 to 2 min.
2E
to 4 min.
X
to 3 min.
I
1
to 3 min.
1/2
to 2 min.
1/2
to 2 min.
1/2 to 2 min.
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1. Food packaged in paper or plastic may be defrosted without 3. Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking.
unwrapping. If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place food in cooking dish for defrosting. Most food defrosts well using Defrost (3). For more even defrosting of larger foods, such as beef, lamb and veal roasts, use Warm (1).
2. After first half of defrosting time, unwrap package and check food. Turn food over, if necessary; break apart or separate food if possible. Shield any warm areas with small pieces of foil.
4. When defrosted, food should be cool but softened in all areas. If still slightly icy, return to microwave oven very briefly, or let stand a few minutes.
Food Time
Breads, Cakes [Power Level: Defrost (3)]
Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) Sweet rolls
(approx.
12 oz.)
Fish and Seafood
Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces
(1 lb.) of time.
Fruit
[Power Level: Defrost (3)]
Plastic pouch—1 to 2
(10-oz.
package)
[Power Level: Defrost
1/2 min.
3 to 6 min.
(3)I
8 to 12 min. 5 to 8 min.
3 to 7 min.
Meat [Power Level: Defrost (3)]
Bacon-(l lb.) 3 to 6 min. per lb. Franks (1 lb.)
Ground meat Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork
Steaks,
(1
lb.)
chops and cutlets
3 to 6 min.
5 to 8 min.
10 to
16
min. per lb. Use Power Level Warm (l).
5 to 10 min. per lb. Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish. Turn over after first half
Comments
Rearrange after half of time.
Place block in casserole. Turn over and breakup after first half
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.
of time and
separate pieces with table knife. Let stand to complete defrosting.
shield
warm areas with
foil.
After second half of time,
Poultry
Chicken,
cut Up (2fi
Chicken,
(2M
to 3
Cornish
~rkey
[Power Level: Defrost (3)]
16
broiler-fryer,
to
3
Ibs.)
whole
lbs.)
hen
breast (4 to 6
Ibs.)
to 22
22 to 28
9 to 16 min. per lb.
5 to 10 min. per
lb.
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 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting.
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Vegetables
NOTE:
COO~G
GU~E
Use Power Level High (10) unless otherwise noted.
Vegetible
Asparagus
(frozen spears)
(frozen spears) 10-oz. package
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
(fresh)
(frozen)
Mixed, vegetables (frozen)
Peas
(fresh, shelled) (frozen)
Potatoes
(fresh, cubed, white)
(fresh, whole,
sweet or white)
Spinach
(fresh) (frozen, chopped and lea~
Squash
(fresh, summer and yellow) (winter, acorn or butternut)
the
cob
Amount
1
lb,
1 lb. cut in half 1O-OZ. package 1O-OZ. package
1
bunch
1
bunch (1 M to 1 X lbs.)
I
bunch (1 M to 1 M lbs.)
10-oz. package 10-oz. package
1
medium head (about 2
I
lb.
10-oz. package
1
medium head
1
medium head
10-oz. package
1O-OZ. package
1
to 5 ears
1 ear
2 to 6 ears
1O-OZ. package
2 lbs. unshelled
10-oz. package
4 potatoes
(6
to 8 oz. each)
I (6
to 8 oz. each)
10
to 16
OZ.
1O-OZ. package
1 lb. sliced 4 to 7 min. 1 to 2 squash
(about 1 lb. each)
Time
7 to 10 min., Meal-High (7) 5 to 8 min.
5 to 9 min. 5 to 9 min.
18 to 25 rein,
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 5 to 8 min.
4 to 8 min.
3 to 5 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
2 to 5 min.
5 to 8 min. 5 to 8 min.
7 to 11 min.
12 to 17 min.
17
min.
min
to 14 min.
Commen~
fi-qt.
In 1 Rotate dish after half of time. In I-qt. casserole.
In I In I-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. In I-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
In 2-qt. casserole, place
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water. In 2-qt. oblong Rotate dish after half of time. In l-qt. casserole. In l-qt.
In 1X-or 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. In 2-or
In 1 In I-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water. In 2-qt. casserole, In I-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.
In I-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.
In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place corn. If com is in husk, use no water; if com has been husked, add
1/4 cup water. Rearrange after Place in 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Rearrange after half of time.
In l-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.
In l-qt. casserole, In l-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water
Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes. Place in 2-qt. casserole with l/2 cup water. Stir after half of time.
Pierce with cooking fork. Place on paper glass cooking tray, 1 inch apart in circular arrangement.
ht
In 2-qt. casserole, In I-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.
In
Cut in oblong Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes.
oblong glass baking dish, place
X-qt.
casserole, place
glass baking dish, place 1/4 cup water.
casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.
3-qt.
casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
ti-qt.
casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
stand 5 minutes.
I X-qt.
casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
half
and remove fibrous membranes. In 2-qt.
glass baking dish, place squash cut-side-down.
1/2
cup water.
1/2
cup water,
place 1/2 cup water.
half of time.
place 1/4
cup water.
place washed spinach.
1/4
cup water.
towel
on
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Keep your oven clean and sweet­smelling. Opening the oven door
a few minutes after cooking helps air out the inside. An occasional The control panel can be damaged. thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh.
How to Clean the Inside
W*,
floor and mode stirrer cover.
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).
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.
Glass Cooking 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.
Window: Wipe up spatters daily and
may.
Occasionally it is necessary to
Some spatters
Don’t use sharp-edged utensils
on your oven. The inside and outside oven walls can be scratched.
BE CERTAIN POWER IS OFF BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF THIS OVEN.
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
as the walls. It may scratch the paint.
Automatic Temperature Probe.
care should be taken in handling. Do not twist or bend; avoid dropping temperature probe.
Clean as soon after using as possible. To clean, wipe with sudsy cloth, then rub lightly with plastic scouring ball if necessary. Rinse and dry or wash in dishwasher.
DOUBLE DUTYM shelf.
designed for use in a microwave oven only; do not use
in a regular oven. Do not use a browning dish with the shelf. Arcing could occur.
Clean shelf with mild soap and water or in the dishwasher.
Ami”
brand cleanser.
Ami@
brand cleanser, rinse and dry
cleanser on the painted surfaces such
Probe is sturdy, but
Your shelf accessory is
Do not clean shelf in a se~-cleaning oven.
How to Clean the Oukide
Case. Clean the outside of your oven with soap and
damp cloth, rinse with a damp cloth and then dry. oven that come together on closing the door, use only Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth. Chrome mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a trim is best wiped with a damp cloth and then with a dry
towel.
Control Panel. Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts water may be used, but be certain to rinse with a of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the panel—they can damage it.
Door Surface. When cleaning surfaces of door and
sponge or soft cloth. Power Cord. If the cord becomes soiled, unplug and
wash with a damp cloth. For stubborn spots, sudsy damp cloth and dry thoroughly before plugging cord
into outlet.
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OWN
LAMP REPLACEMENT
First unplug the oven. Then remove lamp compartment cover by removing screw which holds cover in place. Cover is located on the side of the outer case.
GROU~~G ~STRUCTIONS
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. 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.
WARNING–improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric 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.
1)
Replace with 25-watt appliance bulb.
(It is available in drugstores and hardware
stores.) Replace
compartment cover. Plug in the oven.
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.
PREFERRED METHOD
/
re
Fig. 1
proper ground
exists before use
@@
Q
+
R
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Use of Adapter Plugs 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 codes 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
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 in these situations
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 three-prong (grounding) receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance.
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.
lf
a long cord or extension cord is
1. The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
2. The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and it must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet:
used—
3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it
not drape over the counter top or 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.
tabletop
wil
where
t
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r
A
QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM
OVEN
COME ON
CONTROL LIGHTED, YET OVEN WILL NOT START
“PRObE” APPEARS
ON DISPLAY
W~L
NOT
PA~L
“Error” APPEARS ON DISPLAY
POSSIBLE CAUSE
A fuse
reset circuit breaker.
*
Unplug your microwave oven, then plug it back in.
Make sure 3-prong plug on
Door not securely closed,
START
Another selection entered already in oven and
to cancel it.
Make sure you have entered cooking time after touching TIME COOK I & 11 pad.
CLEAWOFF pad was touched accidentally. Reset cooking program and touch
START pad.
Make sure you have entered a temperature
Make sure you have entered a code number after touching AUTO ROAST or AUTO
COOK pad.
Probe has been forgotten or not seated properly in oven wall when using
Cook & Hold or Auto Roast functions.
During Auto Cook, Auto Reheat or Popcorn program, the door was opened before
steam could be detected, or steam was not detected in
No steam was detected by sensor within four minutes and 10 seconds after start of
Popcorn program.
in
your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or
oven
is fully inserted into wall receptacle.
pad
must be touched after entering cooking selection.
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tier
touching TEMP COOK & HOLD pad.
pad not touched
Temp
rnmimum time.
All these things are normal with your microwave oven:
Steam or vapor escaping from around the door.
Light reflection around door or outer case.
Dimming oven light and change in blower sound
may occur while operating at power levels other than high.
If you need more
help...call, toll free: GE Answer Center@/ 800.626.2000/ consumer information service
Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.
Some TV-Radio interference might be noticed
while using your microwave oven. It’s similar to the interference caused by other small appliances and does not indicate a problem with your oven.
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With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that
Be There
ifyou
ever need
information or assistance from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free!
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AGE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service company-operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and out–so most repairs can be handled in just one visit.
Repair Service
(7:00
a.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekdays,
9:00
a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays).
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80~6262000
Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer Center@ information service is available to help. Your call—and your question—will be answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer
Center@ service is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Customers With Special Needs...
8086262000
Upon request, GE will provide Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have Braille controls for a variety of GE access to a appliances, and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. To obtain these items, free of charge, call 800.626.2000.
call
800-TDD-GEAC
information or service.
TDD
or a conventional
(800-833-4322) to request
teletypetiter
may
Service
80M262224
You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract, you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.
Parts
80&62G2002
Individufi
can
have needed parts or accessories sent directly to
their home. The GE parts system provides access to over
47,000
fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.
parts... and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are
Contracti
andAccessories
qualified to service their ow appliances
User maintenance instructions contained h this boofdet cover procedures intended to be performed by any user. Other servicing
service
personnel. Caution must be exercised, since
improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
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YOUR GE MICROWAVE OVEN

WARRANTY

1!
WHAT IS COVERED
II
Staple sales slip or
here. Proof of original
is needed to obtain service
I I
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of charge, patis and sewice labor in your home to repair or replace
pati
of the microwave oven
fails because of a manufacturing defect.
LIMITED ADDITIONAL
NINE-YEAR WARRANTY
For the second through tenth year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, a
replacement
magnetron tube fails because of a
manufacturing defect. You pay for the sewice trip to your
sewice labor charges.
magnetron
home and
tube
any
that
if the
cancelled
purchase
check
date
under warranty.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products
purchased for ordinary
the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, warranty is the same except that it is
LIMITED because you must pay to
shiD
the
or
~or
the service technician’s travel
costs to your home.
All warranty service will be provided
by our Factory by our authorized Customer
sewicers during normal working
hours.
Should your appliance need sewice, during warranty period or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737).
D.C.
Droduct
to the service
Sewice Centers or
home use in
In Alaska the
Care”
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WHAT IS NOT COVERED
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Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state
To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Manager+onsumer
Sewice trips to your home to
teach you how to use the product.
Read your Use and Care material.
questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or
call, toll free:
GE Answer
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
If you then have any
Center@
Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
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,
God. WARRANTOR IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
fire, floods or acts of
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