GE jes1656 User Manual
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Safety Instructions ........2–6
Operating Instructions
Convenience Features ......11–14
Microwave Terms ..............16
Oven Features ................7-8
Other Features ............. 15, 16
Power Levels ....................9
Time Features ..................10
Care and Cleaning .........17
Troubleshooting Tips ......18
Things That Are Normal ........18
Consumer Support
Consumer Support .............. 20
Warranty ......................19
Owner’s Manual
JES1651
JES1656
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # __________________
Serial # ___________________
You can find them on a label inside the
oven.
Microwave Oven
49-40634-1 09-10 GE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door open
since open-door operation can result in harmful e[posure
to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or
tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do Not Place any obMect between the oven front face and
the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on
sealing surfaces.
(c) Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly
important that the oven door close properly and that
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
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 adMusted or repaired by anyone
e[cept properly qualified service personnel.
Read and follow the specific precautions in the
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY section above.
This appliance must be grounded. Connect only
to a properly grounded outlet. See the GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS section on page 5.
Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the
provided installation instructions.
Be certain to place the front surface of the door 3" or more
back from the countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping of
the appliance in normal usage.
This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
Do not mount this appliance over a sink.
Do not mount the microwave oven over or near any portion
of a heating or cooking appliance.
Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven
surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
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.
Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in
this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this
appliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed to
heat, dry or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or
industrial use.
Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this
product near water³for e[ample, in a wet basement, near a
swimming pool, near a sink or in similar locations.
Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.
Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
³ Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance
when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are
placed inside the oven while cooking.
³ Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or
plastic containers before placing them in the oven.
³ Do not use the oven for storage purposes. Do not leave
paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when
not in use.
³ If materials inside the oven ignite, keep the oven door
closed, turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord,
or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. If
the door is opened, the fire may spread.
See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and
cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual.
This appliance must only be serviced by qualified service
personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for
e[amination, repair or adMustment.
As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when
used by children.
Do not use the sensor features twice in succession on the
same food portion. If food is undercooked after the first
countdown, use TIME COOK for additional time.
Do not use the oven to dry newspaper.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
ARCING
If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem.
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven.
Arcing is caused by:
Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act
like antennas).
FOODS
Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless
in a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless
you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens.
Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
containers³for e[ample, closed Mars³are able to
e[plode and should not be heated in this microwave
oven. Such use of the microwave oven could result in
inMury.
Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure will
build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst,
possibly resulting in inMury.
Operating the microwave with no food inside for
more than a minute or two may cause damage to
the oven and could start a fire. It increases the heat
around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the
oven.
Foods with unbroken outer “skin” such as potatoes,
hot dogs, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers
and other giblets and egg yolks should be pierced to
allow steam to escape during cooking.
Avoid heating baby food in glass Mars, even with the
lid off. Make sure all infant food is thoroughly cooked.
Stir food to distribute the heat evenly. Be careful to
prevent scalding
when warming formula. The container may feel
cooler than the formula really is. Always test the
formula before feeding the baby.
Don’t defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked
bottles (especially carbonated beverages). Even if the
container is opened, pressure can build up. This can
cause the container to burst, possibly resulting in
inMury.
Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins or gold-rimmed
dishes, in the microwave.
Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces
being used in the microwave.
SUPERHEATED WATER
Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea are able to
be overheated beyond the boiling point without
appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling
when the container is removed from the microwave
oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN
VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN
THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR
OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO
THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of inMury to persons:
³ Do not overheat the liquid.
³ Stir the liquid both before and halfway through
heating it.
³ Do not use straight-sided container with narrow
necks.
³ After heating, allow the container to stand in the
microwave oven for a short time before removing the
container.
³ Use e[treme care when inserting a spoon or other
utensil into the container.
Hot foods and steam can cause burns. Be careful
when opening any containers of hot food, including
popcorn bags, cooking pouches and bo[es. To
prevent possible inMury, direct steam away from
hands and face.
Do not overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate and
catch fire, causing damage to your oven.
Cook meat and poultry thoroughly³meat to at least
an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F and poultry to
at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F. Cooking
to these temperatures usually protects against food
borne illness.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE
Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is
suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking
dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china
dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or glaze
with a metallic sheen can be used. Some cookware is
labeled “suitable
for microwaving.”
If you are not sure if a dish is microwave-safe, use
this test: Place in the oven both the dish you are
testing and a glass measuring cup filled with 1 cup of
water³set the measuring cup either in or ne[t to the
dish. Microwave 30–45 seconds at high. If the dish
heats, it should not be used for microwaving.
If the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup
heats, then the dish is microwave-safe.
If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make
sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.
Do not use recycled paper products. Recycled paper
towels, napkins and wa[ed paper can contain metal
flecks which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper
products containing nylon or nylon filaments should
be avoided, as they may also ignite.
Some Styrofoam trays (like those that meat is
packaged on) have a thin strip of metal embedded in
the bottom. When microwaved, the metal can burn
the floor of the oven or ignite a paper towel.
Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers.
Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave
ovens. Check the package for proper use.
Paper towels, wa[ed 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.
Cookware may become hot because of heat
transferred from the heated food. Pot holders may be
needed to handle the cookware.
“Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic
bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by
package. If they are not, plastic could burst during or
immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in inMury.
Also, plastic storage containers should be at least
partially uncovered because they form a tight seal.
When cooking with containers tightly covered with
plastic wrap, remove covering carefully and direct
steam away from hands and face.
Use foil only as directed in this guide. TV dinners
may be microwaved in foil trays less than 3/4"high;
remove the top foil cover and return the tray to the
bo[. When using foil in the microwave oven, keep the
foil at least 1" away from the sides of the oven.
Plastic cookware³Plastic 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
subMected to short periods of overcooking. In longer
e[posures to overcooking, the food and cookware
could ignite.
Follow these guidelines:
Use microwave-safe plastics only and use them
1
in strict compliance with the cookware
manufacturer’s recommendations.
Do not microwave empty containers.
2
Do not permit children to use plastic cookware
3
without complete supervision.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
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.
Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if
the GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS are not completely
understood, or if doubt e[ists as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
³Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is your
personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced
with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third
(ground) prong from the power cord.
We do not recommend using an e[tension cord with
this appliance. If the power cord is too short, have a
qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet
near the appliance. (See EXTENSION CORDS section.)
For best operation, plug this appliance into its own
electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of
fuse or tripping of circuit breaker.
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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 2-prong wall receptacle by the use of a UL
listed adapter 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.
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 2-prong
wall receptacle replaced with a 3-prong (grounding) receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance.
(Adapter plugs not
permitted in Canada)
Align large
prongs/slots
TEMPORARY
METHOD
Ensure proper ground
and firm connection
before use.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
EXTENSION CORDS
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord.
E[tension cords may be used if you are careful in using them.
If an extension cord is used³
The marked electrical rating of the e[tension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the
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appliance;
The e[tension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and it must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet;
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The e[tension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be
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pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
If you use an e[tension cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave
oven is on. Cooking times may be longer, too.
PACEMAKERS
Most pacemakers are shielded from interference from electronic products, including microwaves. However,
patients with pacemakers may wish to consult their physicians if they have concerns.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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About the features of your microwave oven. GEAppliances.com
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
1150 Watts
Features of the Oven
Door Latches.
Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows
cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves
confined in the oven.
Convenience Guide.
Touch Control Panel Display.
Door Latch Release. Press latch release to
open door.
Removable Turntable. Turntable and support
must be in place when using the oven. The
turntable may be removed for cleaning.
Removable Turntable Support. The turntable
support must be in place when using the oven.
NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are
located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.
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About the features of your microwave oven.
You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Not all features on all models.
JES1656
Sensor
Popcorn
Beverage
Vegetable
Potato
Reheat
Timer
on/off
Add
30 Sec
Time
Cook
Power
Level
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Clock
Start
Pause
Time
Defrost
Defrost
Weight
Express Cook
Express Cook
0
Clear
6
AM/PM
Off
Cooking Controls
Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.
Time Features
JES1651
Sensor
Popcorn
Beverage
Vegetable
Potato
Soften
Melt
Timer
on/off
Add
30 Sec
Time
Cook
Power
Level
Time
Defrost
Defrost
Weight
Express Cook
Express Cook
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6
789
Clock
Start
Pause
AM/PM
0
Clear
Off
Press Enter
Time Cook Amount of cooking time
Press number pads
TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time
POWER LEVEL Power level 0 to HI
EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately!
Convenience Features
Press Enter Option
POPCORN Starts immediately! 3.5 oz. or 3 oz.
BEVERAGE Starts immediately!
REHEAT (on some models)
Press once Enter pad to select Food Code
TIME COOK Enter Cooking Time
Press once
TIME DEFROST Enter Defrost Time
Press once
SOFTEN/MELT (on some models) Enter pad to select
Food Code and weight
POTATO
VEGETABLE
Press once Enter pad to select Food Code
(on some models)
(on some models)
Enter serving size 1-4
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Express Cook
1
4
Power
Level
2
5
3
6
Changing the Power Level
The power level may be entered or
changed before entering the time for
Time Cook.
789
0
Variable power levels add fle[ibility to
microwave cooking. The power levels on
Start
Pause
the microwave oven can be compared to
the surface units on a range. Each power level
gives you microwave energy a certain percent
of the time. Power level 7 is microwave energy
70% of the time. Power level 3 is energy 30% of
the time. Most cooking will be done on HI which
gives you 100% power. HI power level will
cook faster but food may need more frequent
stirring, rotating or turning over. A lower setting
will cook more evenly and need less stirring
or rotating of the food. Some foods may have
better flavor, te[ture or appearance if one of the
lower settings is used. Use a lower power level
when cooking foods that have a tendency to
boil over, such as scalloped potatoes.
Press TIME COOK button once.
1
Enter cooking time.
2
Press POWER LEVEL once and then press
3
the number pad to select power level.
4
Press START.
Rest periods (when the microwave energy
cycles off) give time for the food to “equalize” or
transfer heat to the inside
of the food. An e[ample of this is shown with
power level 3³the defrost cycle.
If microwave energy did not cycle off,
the outside of the food would cook before
the inside was defrosted.
Here are some examples of uses for various
power levels:
HI: Fish, bacon, vegetables, boiling liquids.
Med-High 7: Gentle cooking of meat and
poultry; baking casseroles and reheating.
Medium 5: Slow cooking and tenderizing for
stews and less tender cuts of meat.
Low 2 or 3: Defrosting; simmering; delicate
sauces.
Warm 1: Keeping food warm; softening butter.
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About the time features.
Time Cook
Allows you to microwave for any time up
to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
HI power level is automatically set, but you
may change it for more fle[ibility.
Express Cook
1
4
Time
Cook
2
5
3
6
789
You may open the door during Time Cook
to check the food. Close the door and
press START to resume cooking.
Express Cook
This is a quick way to set cooking time from 1-6 minutes.
The power level can be changed as time is counting down. Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1-10.
Express Cook
1
4
0
Start
Pause
2
5
3
6
Defrosting and Cooking
You can program the oven to automatically
begin Time Cook after defrosting.
Press AUTO DEFROST and select food
1
Press TIME COOK.
1
Enter cooking time.
2
Press START.
3
Press one of the Express Cook pads (from 1-6) for 1-6 minutes of cooking at power level 10.
1
For e[ample, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.
weight, or press TIME DEFROST and enter
defrosting time.
Press TIME COOK and enter the amount of
2
cooking time.
Press POWER LEVEL once and then press
3
the number pad to select power level.
Press START.
4
The oven will begin defrosting. After defrosting
is complete, Time Cook will
count down.
Add
30 Sec
NOTE: Express Cook function pertains to pads 1-6 only.
Add 30 Sec
It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed. Each touch will
add 30 seconds, up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
The oven will start immediately when pressed.
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About the convenience features.
Time Defrost
Time
Defrost
Express Cook
1
4
2
5
3
6
789
0
Start
Pause
Defrosting Guide
Allows you to defrost for a selected length
of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested
times. (Auto Defrost e[plained in the About the
convenience features section.)
Press TIME DEFROST.
1
Enter defrosting time.
2
Press START.
3
Turn the food over after half the time.
4
Press START.
5
At one half of selected defrosting time, turn
food over and break apart or rearrange pieces
for more even defrosting. Shield any warm
areas with small pieces of foil. The oven will
continue to defrost if you don’t open the door
and turn the food.
A dull thumping noise may be heard during
defrosting. This is normal when oven is not
operating at HI power.
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Defrosting Tips
Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be
defrosted in the package. Closed packages
should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER
food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage
containers should be partially uncovered.
Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners can
be defrosted and microwaved. If the food is
in a foil container, transfer it to a microwavesafe dish.
Foods that spoil easily should not be allowed
to sit out for more than one hour after
defrosting. Room temperature promotes the
growth of harmful bacteria.
For more even defrosting of larger foods,
such as roasts, use Auto Defrost. Be sure
large meats are completely defrosted before
cooking.
When defrosted, food should be cool
but softened in all areas. If still slightly icy,
return to the microwave very briefly, or let it
stand a few minutes.
Food Time Comments
Breads, Cakes
Bread, buns, or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min.
Sweet rolls (appro[. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Rearrange after half the time.
Fish and Seafood
Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min.
Shellfish, small pieces
Fruit
3ODVWLFSRXFK³RU 1 to 5 min.
(10-oz. package)
Meat
Bacon (1 lb.) 2 to 5 min. Place unopened package in oven. Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting.
Franks (1 lb.) 2 to 5 min. Place unopened package in oven. Microwave Must until franks can be separated.
Let stand 5 minutes, if necessary, to complete defrosting.
Ground meat (1 lb.) 4 to 6 min. Turn meat over after first half of time.
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork
per lb.
Steaks, chops and cutlets 4 to 8 min. Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish. Turn over after first half of time and
per lb. shield warm areas with foil. After second half of time, separate pieces with table
knife. Let stand to complete defrosting.
Poultry
Chicken, broiler-fryer, cut up
(21ø2 to 3 lbs.)
minutes more, if necessary. Let stand a few minutes to finish defrosting.
Chicken, whole (21ø2 to 3 lbs.)
Shield warm areas with foil. To complete defrosting, run cold water in the cavity
until giblets can be removed.
Cornish hen 7 to 13 min. Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast-side-up. Turn over after first half of time.
per lb. Run cool water in the cavity until giblets can be removed.
Turkey breast (4 to 6 lbs.) 3 to 8 min. Place unwrapped breast in microwave-safe dish breast-side-down. After first half
per lb. 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.
(1 lb.)
3 to 7 min. Place block in casserole. Turn over and break up after half the time.
9 to 13 min.
14 to 20 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap and turn over after first half of time. After
20 to 25 min.
Use power level 10.
second half of time, separate pieces and place in cooking dish. Microwave 2 to 4
Place wrapped chicken in dish. After half the time, unwrap and turn chicken over.
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About the convenience features.
Popcorn
Use only with prepackaged
microwave popcorn weighing
3.0 to 3.5 ounces.
Reheat
Popcorn
To use the Popcorn feature:
Follow package instructions, using
1
Time Cook if the package is less than 3.0
ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the
package of popcorn in the center of the
microwave.
The microwave will start immediately.
2
Reheat
(on some models)
Press Reheat pad.
1
Enter the food code. See Cooking Guide for
2
Reheat feature below for codes.
The microwave will start immediately.
3
IMPORTANT: Do not use the sensor features
twice in succession on the same food portion. If
food is undercooked after the first countdown,
use TIME COOK for additional time.
IMPORTANT: Do not use the sensor features
twice in succession on the same food portion. If
food is undercooked after the first countdown,
use TIME COOK for additional time.
Cooking Guide for REHEAT feature
Enter Code Food Choice Weight Range
1 Pasta 4-16 oz.
2 Fruits and Vegetables 4-16 oz.
3 Dinner plate 8-24 oz.
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