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Profile
Owner's Manual
Important Safety Information
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy......................2
Special Notes About Microwaving ......................6
900 Watts
Model: JVM1350
crowave
Operating Instructions
Features of YourMicrowave ...............................11
The Controlson YourMicrowave .......................12
Time Cooking..........................................................15
Temperature Cooking............................................21
Automatic Cooking................................................25
Other Features ........................................................30
HelpfulInformation
Oven Shelf .................................................... 34
Care and Cleaning ............................................ 37
If SomethingGoesWrong
Before You Call For Service
(Problem Solver) ............................................... 42
GE Service Numbers ............................................. 46
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Warranty ................................................ Back Cover
GEAnswer Center®
800.626.2000
GEAppliances
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ITIONSTOAVOIDPOSSIBLE
EXPOSURETOEXCESSIVEMICROWAVE
ENERGY
For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to
minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage,
personal injury or loss of life.
DoNot Attemptto operate this
oven with tile door open since
open-door operation can result
in harmful exposure to
microwave energy. It is important damage to the:
not to defeat or tamper with tile
Do Not Operate the oven if it is
damaged. It is particularly impor-
tant that the oven door close
properly and that there is no
I door (bent)
safety interlocks.
2 hinges and latches (broken or
Oo Not Place any object between
loosened)
tile oven front face and tile door
or allow soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing surfaces.
3 door seals and sealing surfaces.
The OvenShould Not be adjusted
or re paired by anyone except
properly qualified service
personnel.
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Welcome to the GE family. We're
proud of our quality products and
we believe in dependable service.
You'll see it in this easy-to-use
manual and you'll hear it in the
friendly voices of our customer
service department.
Best of all, you'll experience
these values each time you use your
microwave. That's important,
because your new microwave will
be part of your family for a long
time.
Be/ove
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Staple your receipt to the inside back
cover of this manual
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 dealer (or builder) is responsi-
ble for registering you as the owner.
Please check with your dealer (or
builder)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 call
us with your change of address or
ownership, stating model and seri-
al numbers. Call 800.626.2000.
This appliance must be registered.
Please be certain that it is.
Write down the model and serial
numbers here. They are on a ]abe]
inside the oven.
Model number
Serial number
Date ofpurchase
800.626.2000
Before you call for service,
there are a few things you can
do to help us serve you better.
Read this manual It contains
instructions to help you use and
maintain your microwave properly.
If you received a damaged
oven...Immediately contact the
dealer (or builder) that sold you
the oven.
Save time and money. Check the
section titled "If Something Goes
Wrong" befk)re calling. This
section was designed to solve
common problems you might
encounter.
If you do need service, you can
relax knowing help is only a
phone call away. A list of toll-free
custonler service nunlbers is
included in the back of this book.
Or call the GE Answer Center ®
at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week. 3
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excessive micmwave energy when using your appliance, follow basic pre,
cautions, including the following sections,
This microwave oven is UL
listed for installation over
electric and gas ranges.
This microwave oven is not
marine use.
®Read and follow the specific
"Precautions to Avoid Possible
Exposure to Excessive Microwave
Energy."
* This appliance must be ground-
ed. Connect only to properly
grounded outlet. See Grounding
Instructions section.
Do not mount this appliance over
a sink.
Install or locate this appliance
only in accordance with the pro-
vided Installation Instn]ctions.
o This over-the-range oven was
designed for use over ranges no
wider than 42 inches. It may he
installed over both gas and elec-
tric cooking equipment.
o 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.
o Use this appliance only for its
intended use as described in this
guide. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this appli-
ance. This microwave oven is
specifically designed to heat
or cook fi)od, and is not intended
for laboratoty or industrial use.
o Do not store this appliance out-
doors. Do not use this product
near water-for example, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool
or near a sink.
o Do not cover or block any ()pen-
ings on the appliance.
o Keep power cord away from heat-
ed surfaces.
Do not immerse power cord or
plug in water.
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o To reduce the risk of fire in the
oven cavity:
-- Do not overcook food. Carefiflly
attend appliance if paper, plastic
or other combustible materials
are placed inside the oven while
cooking.
- Remove wire twist-ties and metal
handles from paper or plastic
containers before placing them
in the oven.
-- Do not use the oven fi)r storage
purposes. Do not leave paper
products, cooking utensils or
fi)od in the oven when not in
use.
-- If materials inside oven should
ignite, keep the oven door
closed, turn the oven off and dis-
connect the power cord, or shut
off power at the fi_se or circuit
breaker panel. If the door is
opened, the fire may spread.
o See door surface cleaning
instructions in the Care and
Cleaning section (s) of this guide.
o This appliance should be ser-
viced only by qualified service
personnel. Contact nearest
authorized service facility for
examination, repair or
adjustment.
* As with any appliance, close
supervision is necessai y when
used by children.
SAVE THESE INS TR UC TIONS
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Specia[ Notes About Microwaving
If you see arcing, press the
CLEAR/OFF pad and correct
the problem.
Arcing is the microwave term ff)r
sparks in the oven. Arcing is
caused by:
+ The temperature probe in the
microwave but not inserted in the
food.
The metal shelf not installed cor-
rectly so it touches the microwave
wall.
Do not pop popcorn in your
microwave oven unless in a special
microwave popcorn accesso U or
unless you use popcorn labeled
for use ira microwave ovens.
+ 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
Metal or foil touching the side of
the oven.
+ Foil not molded to food (upturned
edges act like antennas).
, Metal, such as twist ties, poultt T
pins, or gold-rimmed dishes, in
the microwave.
Recycled paper towels containing
small metal pieces being used in
the microwave.
Foods with unbroken ()tater
"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
.jars, even with the lid of L Make
stare all infant food is thoroughly
cooked. Stir food to distribute the
ir_juty.
+ Do not boil eggs in a microwave
oven. Pressure will build tap
inside egg yolk and will cause it to
burst, possibly resulting in injm y.
heat evenly. Be carefifl to prevent
scalding when warming formula
or breast milk. The container may
feel cooler than the milk really is.
Always test the milk before feed-
ing the baby.
+ 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.
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neckedcontainers.
Spontaneous boiling-Under cer- o
tain special circumstances, liquids
may start to boil during or shortly
after removal from the microwave
oven. To prevent burns from
splashing liquid, we recommend
the following: before removing the
container from the oven, allow the o
container to stand in the oven for
30 to 40 seconds after the oven has
shut ofL Do not boil liquids in nar-
row-necked containers such as soft
drink bottles, wine flasks and espe-
cially narrow-necked coffee cups.
Even if the container is opened,
excessive steam can build up and
cause it to burst or overflow.
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 result-
ing in it_jury.
Hot foods and steam can cause
burns. Be careflll when opening
any containers of hot fi)od,
including popcorn bags, cooking
pouches and boxes. To prevent
possible injm T, direct steam away
from hands and face.
Do not overcook potatoes. They
could dehydrate and catch fire,
causing damage to your oven.
@
When cooking pork, follow the
directions exactly and always
cook the meat to an internal tem-
perature of at least 170°F. This
assures that, in the remote possi-
bility that trichina may be present
in the meat, it will be killed and
meat will be safe to eat.
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Specia[ Notes About Microwaving
If you use a meat
tbermometer whilo cooking,
make sure it is safe for use
in microwave ovens.
How to Test for a
Microwave-Safe Dish
8
Make sure all cookware used in your
microwave oven is suitable fi)r
microwaving. Most glass casseroles,
cooking dishes, measuring cups, cus-
tard cups, pottery or china dinner-
ware which does not have metallic
trim or glaze with a metallic sheen
can be used. Some cookware is
labeled "suitable fk)r microwaving."
+ ffyou are not sure ifa dish is
microwave-saf(, use this test: Place
in the oven both the dish you are
testing and a glass measuring cup
filled with 1 cup of water-set the
measuring cup either in or next to
the dish. Microwave 1 minute at
high. If the dish heats, it should
not be used fi)r microwaving. If the
dish remains cool and only the
water in the cup heats, then the
dish is microwave-safe.
+ Do not use recycled paper prod-
ucts. Recycled paper towels, nap-
kins and waxed paper can contain
metal flecks which may cause arc-
ing or ignite. Paper products con-
taining nylon or nylon filaments
should be aw)ided, as they may
also ignite.
+ Some styrofi)am 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 fi)r proper use.
+ Paper towels, waxed paper and
plastic wrap can be used to cover
dishes in order to retain moisture
and prevent spattering. Be sure to
vent plastic wrap so steam can
escape.
+ Cookware may become hot
because of heat tran#(rred fi_om
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 direct-
ed by package. If they are not, plas-
tic could burst during or immedi-
ately after cooking, possibly result-
ing in injury. Also, plastic storage
containers should be at least par-
tially uncovered because they form
a tight seal. When cooking with
containers tightly covered with
plastic wrap, remove covering care-
fully and direct steam away from
hands and face.
Use foil only as directed in this
guide. TV dinners may be
microwaved in fi)il trays less than
3/4" high; remove the top fi)il
cover and return the tray to the
box. When using f()il in the
microwave oven, keep the fi)il at
least 1 inch away from the sides of
the oven.
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+ Plastic cookware-Plastic cookware
designed for microwave cooking is
very usefill, but should be used
carefillly. Even microwave-safe
plastic may not be as tolerant of
overcooking conditions as are
glass or ceramic materials and may
soften or char if subjected to short
periods of overcooking. In longer
exposures to overcooking, the
food and cookware could ignite.
Follow these guidelines:
1 Use microwave-safe plastics only
and use them in strict compli-
ance with the cookware manufac-
turer's recommendations.
2 Do not microwave empty
containers.
3
Do not permit children to use
plastic cookware without com-
plete supervision.
The fan will operate automatically +
under certain conditions (see
Automatic Fan feature). Take care
to prevent the starting and spread-
ing of accidental cooking fires +
while the vent fan is in use.
+ Clean the underside of the
microwave often. Do not allow
grease to build up on the
microwave or the fan filters.
+ In the event of a grease fire on
the surface units below the
microwave oven, smother a flam-
ing pan on the surface unit by
covering the pan completely with
a lid, a cookie sheet or a fiat tray.
+ Use care when cleaning the vent
fan filters. Corrosive cleaning
agents, such as lye-based oven
cleaners, may damage the filters.
When flaming foods under the
microwave, turn the vent fan off.
The fan, if operating, may spread
the flame.
Never leave surface units,
beneath your microwave oven,
unattended at high heat settings.
Boilovers cause smoking and
greasy spillovers that may ignite
and spread if the microwave vent
fan is operating. To minimize
automatic fan operation, use ade-
quate sized cookware and use
high heat on surface units only
when necessary.
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Grounding [nsh uctions/Optiona{ Kits
PREFERRED
METHOD
Ensure proper ground
exists before use
WARNING--Improper
use of the grounding
plug can result in a risk
of electric shock.
This appliance must be grounded.
In the event of an electrical short
circuit, grounding reduces the risk
of electric shock by providing an
escape wire for the electric current.
This appliance is equipped with a
power cord having a grounding
wire with a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an out-
let that is properly installed and
grounded.
Consult a qualified electrician or
service technician if the grounding
instructions are not completely
understood, or if doubt exists as to
whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
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.
Do not use an adapter plug with
this appliance.
Do not use an extension cord with
this appliance. If the power cord is
too short, have a qualified electri-
cian or service technician install an
outlet near the appliance.
For best operation, plug this appli-
ance into its own electrical outlet to
prevent flickering of lights, blowing
of fllse or tripping of circuit breaker.
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Available at extra cost from your
GE supplier.
Filler Panel Kits
JX4OWH--White
JX41--Black
JX4OAL--Almond
When replacing a 36" or 42" range
hood, this kit fills in the additional
width to provide a custom built-in
appearance. For installation
between cabinets only; not for
end-of cabinet installation. Each
kit contains two 3 -w_de filler pan-
els. Two kits are needed for a 42"
opening.
Filter Kits
JX81A--Recirculating Charcoal
Filter Kit
To be used when the microwave
oven cannot be vented to the
outside.
Decorative Panel Kit
JX22SS--Stainless Steel
When replacing a Hi/Low range,
this panel kit fills in the area
between the microwave and the
range left by the Hi/Low model.
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Features of Your Microwave
0
appearance may vary
900 Watts
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f_-- _ ....................
Temperature Probe. Use with Temp
Cook and Roast fimctions only.
2
Shelf. Lets you microwave several
fi)ods at once. Food microwaves
best when placed directly on the
turntable.
3
Door Handle. Pull to ()pen the door.
The door must be securely latched
for the microwave to operate.
4
Door Latches.
5
Window with Metal Shield. Screen
allows cooking to be viewed
while keeping microwaves con-
fined in the oven.
)I I J ]_), ,
_©Cm _
7 Touch Control Panel Display.
8 Cooktop Lights.
9 Grease Filters.
10 Removable Turntable. Turntable
and support must be in place
when using the oven. The
turntable may be removed for
cleaning.
11 Convenience Guide.
NOTE:Rating plate, oven vent(s)
and oven light are located on the
inside walls of the microwave oven.
6
Receptacle for Temperature Probe.
Probe must be securely inserted
into the receptacle before the
oven will Temp Cook or Roast.
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The Contro[s on Your Mio'owave Oven
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bytime,
temperature
or with the
Se%SOT
features
COOKI & II ] [ AUTO/TIME
[ MICRO ] { DEFROST
30SEC LEVEL
ADD POWER ]
1-10
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EXPRESSCOOK EXPRESSCOOK
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3
EXPRESSCOOK
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Timeand Auto Features
Allows you to cook by time.
Press
MICRO COOK I & II
(Press once or twice)
DEFROSTAUTO/TIME
(Press twice)
EXPRESSCOOK
Allows you to defrost by weight.
Press Enter
DEFROST AUTO/TIME FoodWeight
(Press once)
Enter
Amount of
Cooking Time
Amount of
Defrosting Time
Starts immediately!
Starts immediately!
Power Level 1-10
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HELP
Press this pad and any
feature pad for usage
instructions and tips.
DISPLAY
GUIDEON MICROWAVE
inside front of the oven
when you open the door.
GUIDES IN BOOK
•Roasting
• Simmer
• Sensor Cooking
[TEMP COOK/]
PROBE
TemperatureFeatures
POPCORN [[ POTATOES
BEVERAGE FRESH
REHEAT
[
CANNED
VEG
FROZEN
VEG
VEG
GROUND
MEATS
FILLETS
CHICKEN
[ FISH
PIECES
SensorFeatures
Allows you to cook by temperature. Use the probe.
Press Enter
TEMPCOOK/ROAST Desired food
(Press once) temperature.
TEMPCOOK/ROAST Medium automatically
(Press twice)selected.
TEMPCOOWROAST Well automatically
(Press three times)selected.
TEMPCOOK/ROAST Simmer automatically
(Press four times)selected.
Press Enter Option
POPCORN Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
BEVERAGE Startsimmediately!
REHEAT Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
CANNED VEG Starts immediately!
FROZENVEG Starts immediately! more/lesstime
POTATOES Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
FRESH VEG Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
GROUNDMEATS Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
FISHFILLETS Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
CHICKENPIECES Starts immediately! more/lesstime
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POWER
LEVEL
1-10
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The power level may be entered
or Changed immediately after
entering the featUre time for
MICRO COOK; TIME DEFROST
or EXPRESS COOK, The power
leVel may als0 be chan ed
g
during time countdown,
I PreSS MICRO COOK II
3 Press POWER LEVEL:
4 select desired
power level 1210 __
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5 press START: f--g-1
Some foods may have better flavor,
texture or appearance if one of the
lower settings is used. You maywish
to use a lower power level when cook-
ing foods that have a tendency to boil
over, such as scalloped potatoes.
Rest periods (when the microwave
energy cycles oft) give time for the
fbod to "equalize" or transfer heat
to the inside of the food. An example
of this is shown with Power Level 3--
the defl_ost cycle. If microwave ener-
gT did not cycle off; the outside of the
food would cook before the inside
was defl_osted.
Here are some examples of uses for
various power levels:
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Variable power levels add flexibility
to your microwave cooking. The pow-
er levels on your microwave oven can
be compared to the surface units on
a range. High (Power Level 10) or
full power is tile fastest way to cook
and gives you 100% power. Each
power level gives you microwave
energy a certain percent of tile time.
Power Level 7 is microwave energy
70% of the time. Power Level 3 is
energy 30% of the time.
A high setting (10) will cook faster
but food may need additional atten-
tion such as frequent stirring, rotat-
ing or turning over. Most of your
cooking will be done on High (Power
Level 10). A lower setting will cook
more evenly and with less attention
given to stirring or rotating the food.
High 10 Fish; bacon;
vegetables; boiling
liqUidsi
Med-High 7 Gentle cooking of
meat and p0ultu;
baking casseroles
and reheatingl
Medium 5 S10w cooking and
tenderizing such as
stews and less tender
cuts of meat!
cOoking;simmering;
delicate sauces,
without overcooking;
s0ftening butterl
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1 Press MICRO COOK
I& IL
2 Enter cooking time.
3 Change power level if
you don't want full power.
(Press POWER LEVEL.
Select a desired power
level 1-10.)
Micro Cook I
Allows you to microwave for any
time up to 99 minutes and 99
seconds.
Power Level 10 (High) is automati-
cally set, but you may change it for
more flexibility.
You may ()pen the door during
Micro Cook to check the food.
Close the door and press START to
resume cooking.
Micro Cook II
Lets you change power levels auto-
matically during cooking. Here's
how to do it:
1
Press MICR() CO()K I & II.
2
Enter the first cook time.
3
Change the power level if you
don't want fllll power. (Press
POWER LEVEL. Select a
desired power level 1-10.)
4
Press MICRO COOK I & II
again.
5
Enter the second cook time.
6
Change the power level if you
don't want fllll power. (Press
POWER LEVEL. Select a power
level 1-10.)
7 Press START.
4 Press START
At the end of MICRO COO_ K I,
MICR() COO II counts down.
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Micro Cook,I & H
NOTE: Use Power Level High (10) unless otherwise noted.
Asparagus
(fresh spears)
(frozen spears)
Beans
(fresh green)
(frozen green)
(frozen lima)
Beets
(fresh. whole)
Broccoli
(fresh cut)
(fresh spears)
(frozen. chopped)
(frozen spears)
1 lb.
10-oz. package
1 lb. cut in half
l()-oz, package
1 bunch 18 to 22 rain. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
1 bunch
(11/4to 1% lbs.)
1 bunch
(11/4to 1% lbs.)
10-oz. package
10-oz. package
7 to 9 min.,
Med-High (7)
5 to 7 rain.
10 to 12 rain.
6 to 8 rain.
8 to 10 rain.
10 to 13 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
In 1l/_,-qt,oblong glass baking dish,
place 1/4 cup water.
In 1-qt. casserole.
In 1%-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.10-oz. package 6 to 8 rain.
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place
1/4 cup water. Rotate dish after half of
time. (Turntable should be turned off.)
In 1-qt. casserole.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
water.
Cabbage
(flesh)
1 medium head
(about 2 lbs.)
(wedges)
Carrots
(flesh, sliced) 1 lb.
(frozen)
Cauliflower
(flowerets)
(fresh, whole)
(frozen)
10-oz. package
1 medium head
1 medium head
10-oz. package
16
9 to 11 rain.
8 to 10 rain.
7 to 9 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
10 to 14 rain.
10 to 17 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
In 11/_,- or 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup
water.
In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup
water.
In 1½-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
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Corn
(frozen kernel)
Corn on the cob
(fresh)
(frozen)
Mixed vegetables
(frozen)
Peas
(fresh, shelled)
(frozen)
10-oz. package
1 to 5 ears
1 ear
2 to 6 ears
10-oz. package
2 lbs. unshelled
10-oz. package
5 to 7 rain.
3 to 4 rain.
per ear
5 to 6 rain.
3 to 4 rain.
per ear
5 to 7 rain.
10 to 12 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place
corn. If corn is in husk, use no water; if
corn has been husked, add 1/4 clap
water. Rearrange after half of time.
(Turntable should be turned off.)
Place in 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Rearrange after half of time.
(Turntable should be turned off.)
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 clap water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
Potatoes
(flesh, cubed,
white)
(fresh, whole,
sweet or white)
Spinach
(fresh)
(frozen. chopped
and leaf)
Squash
(fresh. summer
and yellow)
(winter. acorn
butternut)
4 potatoes
16to 8 oz. each)
ll6toSoz.)
10 to 16 oz.
10-oz. package
1 lb. sliced
1 to 2 squash
labour 1 lb. each)
10 to 12 rain.
3 to 4 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
8 to 11 rain.
Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes. Place in
2-qt. casserole with 1/2 clap water. Stir
after half of time.
Pierce with cooking fork. Place in
center of the oven. Let stand 5 minutes.
In 2-qt. casserole, place washed spinach.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
water.
In 1l/_,-qt,casserole, place 1/4 clap water.
Cut in half and remove fibrous
membranes. In 2-qt. oblong glass
baking dish, place squash cut-side-
down. Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes.
(Turntable should be turned off.)
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atures
DEFROSTAUTO/ TIME
1 Press DEFROST
AUTO/TIME twice.
2 Enter defrosting time.
3 Press START
4 Turn food over when the
oven signals.
5 Press START
(Auto Defrost explained in
the Auto Feature section.)
Allows you to defrost for the length
of time you select. See the
Defrosting Guide for suggested
times.
Power Level 3 is automatically set,
but you may change this for more
flexibility. You may defrost small
items more quickly by raising the
power level after entering the time.
However, they will need more fre-
quent attention than usual. Power
Level 7 cuts the total defrosting time
in about half:, Power Level 10 cuts
the total time to approximately 1/3.
Rotate or stir food frequently.
At one half of selected defrosting
time, the oven signals TURN. At
this time, turn food over and break
apart or rearrange pieces for more
even defrosting. Shield any warm
areas with small pieces of foil.
A dull thumping noise may be
heard during defrosting. This
sound is normal when the oven is
not operating at High power.
Defrosting Tips
o Foods frozen in paper or plastic
can be defrosted in the package.
Tightly closed packages should
be slit, pierced or vented AFTER
food has partially defrosted.
Plastic storage containers should
be at least partially uncovered.
o Family-size, prepackaged frozen
dinners can be defrosted and
microwaved. If the fi)od is in a
foil container, transfer it to a
microwave-safe dish.
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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 tempera-
ture promotes the growth of
harmflfl bacteria.
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For more even defrosting of
larger foods, such as beef, lamb
and veal roasts, use Auto Defrost.
Be sure large meats are
completely defrosted before
cooking.
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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.
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D@osting Guide
Breads, Cakes
Bread, buns or rolls ( 1 piece)
Sweet Rolls (approx. 12 oz.
Fish and Seafood
Fillets, frozen (1 lb.)
Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.)
Fruit
Plastic pouch-1 to 2
(10-oz. package)
Meat
Bacon (1 lb.)
Franks (1 lb.)
Ground meat ( 1 lb.)
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork
Steaks, chops and cutlets
1 min.
3 to 5 rain.
7 to 9 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
3 to 6 rain.
3 to 5 rain.
3 to 5 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
12 to 16 min.
per lb.
6 to 8 rain.
per lb.
Place block in casserole. Turn over and break up after
half the time.
Place unopened package in oven. Let stand 5 minutes
after defrosting.
Place unopened package in oven. Microwave just until
franks can be separated. Let stand 5 minutes, if
necessary, to complete defrosting.
Turn meat over after half the time.
Use power level 1.
Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish. Turn over
after half the time and shield warm areas with fi)il.
When finished, separate pieces and let stand to
complete defrosting.
Poultry
Chicken, broiler-fryer
cut up (2_/2 to3 lbs.)
Chicken, whole
(21/2 to 3 lbs.)
Cornish hen
Turkey breast (4 to 6 lbs. )
16 to 20 min.
18 to 22 min.
8 to 1 4 rain.
per lb.
6 to 10 rain.
per lb.
Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap and turn over
after half the time. When finished, separate pieces and
microwave 2 to 4 minutes more, if necessary. Let stand
to finish defrosting.
Place wrapped chicken in dish. After half the time,
unwrap and mrn chicken over. Shield warm areas with
foil. Finish defrosting. If necessary, run cold water in
the cavity until giblets can be removed.
Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast-side-up. Turn
over after half the time. Run cool water in the cavity
until giblets can be removed.
Place unwrapped breast in dish breast-side-down.
After half the time, turn over and shield warm areas
with fi)il. Finish defrosting. Let stand 1 to 2 hours in
refrigerator to complete defrosting.
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ADD
30SEC
This is a quick way to set cooking
time for 1-6 minutes.
Press one of the Express Cook pads
(from 1 to 6) for 1 to 6 minutes of
cooking at Power Level 10. For
example, press the 2 pad for 2
minutes of cooking time.
Youcan use this feature two wags:
* It will add 30 seconds to the time
counting down each time the pad
is pressed.
The power level can be changed
as time is counting down. Press
POWER LEVEL and enter 1-10.
o It can be used as a quick way to
set 30 seconds of cooking time.
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Auto Feature
DEFROST
AUTO/TIME
The Defrost Auto/Time feature
gives you two ways to defrost
frozen foods. Press DEFROST
AUTO/TIME once for Auto
Defrost or twice for Time Defrost.
If the weight of food is stated in
pounds and ounces; the ounces
must be conVerted tO tenths (i1)
of a pound:
1 Press DEFROST
AUTO/TIME once.
2 Using the Conversion
Guide at right, enter food
weight. For example,
press number pads I and
2 for weight of 1.2 pounds
(1 pound, 3 ounces).
3 Press START
(Time Defrost explained in
the Time Features section.)
Use Auto Defrost for meat, poulu T
and fish. Use Time Defrost fi)r
most other frozen foods.
Auto Defrost automatically sets the
defrosting times and power levels
to give even defrosting resuhs for
meats, poulu y and fish.
There is a handy guide located on
the inside front of the oven.
You will need to know the food
weight before setting Auto Defrost.
Weight of Food , Enter
in Ounces Weight(tenths
of a pound)
1-2 !1
3
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9-10
11.
12_13:8 ......
14_15 ,9
o Twice during defrost, the oven
signals TURN. At each TURN
signal, mrn fi)od over. Remove
defrosted meat or shield warm
areas with small pieces of flfil.
o After defrosting, most meats
need to stand 5 minutes to com-
plete defrosting. Large roasts
should stand for about 30
minutes.
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Temperature atures
TEMPCOOK
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Cable
appearance may vary
ROAST 1
Handle
Cooking with the probe allows you
to heat to a certain internal tem-
perature. This is the best way to
cook many foods.
Three Ways to Use the remp
Cook/Roast Feature
1 You set the temperature you want.
Press TEMP COOK/ROAST
once. This is good for foods such
as soups, casseroles, sandwiches
and beverages.
2 Temperature is automatically
selected for cooking roasts
medium or well.
Roast Medium-Press TEMP
COOK/ROAST twice.
Roast Well-Press TEMP
COOK/ROAST three times.
See the Roasting Guide for
suggestions.
3
Temperature is automatically
selected for slow cooking of
foods (simmer).
Simmer--Press TEMP
C()()K/ROAST 4 times. See
The Temperature Probe
NOTE: The turntable will not turn
when the probe is in use.
The temperature probe is a fi)()d
thermometer that gauges the inter-
nal temperature of food. The
probe must be used when using
Temp Cook or Roast.
The probe is not recommended for
batters, doughs, frozen foods and
foods which are difficuh to cook
precisely by temperature. Use the
Micro Cook setting fi)r these fi)()ds.
o Make sure the cable end is insert-
ed all the way into the oven wall
receptacle.
o Insert the probe into the center
of the fi)()d. Make sure the han-
dle does not touch the fi)()d or
the top or sides of the oven.
o Do not leave the probe in the
oven if it's not inserted in food.
If it touches the oven wall, it
may damage the oven.
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the Simmer Guide fi)r specific
directions.
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I TEMPCOOK/I
ROAST
appearance may vary
NOTE: The turntable will
not turn when the probe
is in use.
How to UsetheProbeandSetthe
TemperatureYourseff
1 Insert the temperature probe in
the center of a casserole and
attach it securely in the oven
wall.
2 Press TEMP COOK/ROAST
once.
3
Enter the desired fi)od
temperature.
4
Change power level ifyou don't
want fifll power. (Press POWER
LEVEL. Select a power level
1-1o.)
5
Press START.
6
When the temperature is
reached, the microwave will sig-
nal. Food will be held at this tem-
perature for 60 minutes. The
oven beeps when the hold time
is complete.
CookingTips
o Do not twist, drop or bend the
probe.
* Use a lower power level with the
probe; foods will take longer to
cook but they will heat more
evenly.
* Be sure frozen food has been
completely defrosted beff)re
inserting the probe. The probe
may break off if used in frozen
foods.
Cover foods loosely ff)r moisture
control and quick, even heating.
Just as in regular roasting, only
tender roasts should be roasted
by using the probe. Less tender
roasts should be microwaved
by time.
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Temperature ? atures
Recepta
1 Insert the probe in the
roast and attach it secure-
ly in the oven wall.
2 For medium doneness,
press TEMP COOK/ROAST
twice.
Fora weft-done roast,
press TEMP COOK/ROAST
three times.
3 Press START
How to Use the Probe with the Roast
Settings
t
For the two Roast settings, the probe
temperature is preprogrammed.
The microwave signals when the
\
temperature is reached.
Food will be held at this temperature
for 60 minutes. The oven beeps
when hold time is complete.
Preparing Meats for Roasting
* Place a tender beef roast iraa
cooking bag on a trivet in a
microwave-safe dish. (Refer to
package instructions for proper
use of the cooking bag.)
* Insert the probe through the
cooking bag horizontally into the
center meaty area not touching
bone or fat. Make sure the han-
dle does not touch the food or
top or sides of the oven.
* When using the probe in chicken,
turkey or other pouhry, insert the
probe horizontally into the meati-
est area.
4 The microwave signals
when it's time to turn the
roast over.After you turn
the roast, close the door
and press START
NOTE: The oven continues
to cook after the signal
whether or not roast is
turned over.
Roasting Guide
Doneness App Time
FoodType Selection (minuiesperpound)
Tender Roast
Loin Roast Well 23-30
Turkey Breast Well 16-19
Medium
Well
15-23
23-30
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How to Use the Probe to Simmer
The Simmer feature heats food to
2 Press TEMP CO()K/ROAST
4 times to select Simmer.
IS0°F. and holds it at that temper-
ature up to 12 hours or until you
remove it and press CLEAR/OFF.
1 Insert the temperature probe
into the fi)od, resting it on the
side of the dish. Attach it
securely in the oven wall.
Simmer Guide
Food Type
Beef
Pot Roast 5 7
Chili 5 8
Chicken
3 Press START. If you need to stir
the food, restart the oven by
pressing START again.
When the simmer temperature is
reached, the oven holds the fi)()d
at that temperature until
CLEAR/OFF is pressed.
Add enough liquid to just cover meat. If
adding vegetables, make sure they are
completely covered by liquid.
Precook meat. Stir after 3 hours, if possible.
Stewing 4 6
Add 4 cups liquid. Insert probe into
meatiest area of thigh from below end and
parallel to leg. Turn over after 1/2 of time.
Broiler/Fryer 3 4
Ham/Pork
Roast 4 6
Soup
Stock/Vegetable 7 10
Same as above.
Add 4 cups liquid.
Make sure that vegetables and meat are
covered by liquid. Stir every 3 hours.
Split Pea 5 7
Add enough liquid to cover peas at least
2 inches. Stir after 3 hours.
*Total time includes time to bring food to 180°F,and hold at that temperature until done.
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Sens or Fea tu res
covered
vented
The Auto/Sensor Controls use a
gas/humidity sensor that detects
the increasing humidity created
during the heating process. By
using this process, the oven auto-
matically adjusts the heating or
cooking time to various types and
amounts of fi)od.
The proper containers and
covering are essential for best
Auto/Sensor cooking.
Always use microwave safe con-
tainers and cover them with lids
or vented plastic wrap. Never use
tight sealing plastic containers-
they can prevent steam from
escaping and cause food to over-
cook.
Be sure the outside of the cook-
ing containers and the inside of
the microwave oven are d_T
befi)re placing fi)od in the oven.
Beads of moisture turning into
steam can mislead the sensor.
Dry off dishes so they don't
mislead the sensor.
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Use only with prepackaged
microwave popcorn weighing 1.75
3"
to..a ounces.
How to Adjust the PopcornProgramto
Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time
If you find that the brand of pop-
corn you use underpops or over-
cooks consistently, you can add
or subtract 20-30 seconds to the
Ex&li!91
(less time) (more time)
I Follow package instructions.
2 Place the package of popcorn in
the center of the microwave.
3 Press POPCORN. The oven starts
immediately.
If you open the door while "POP-
CORN" is displayed, "SENSOR
ERROR" will appear. Close the
door, press CLEAR/OFF and begin
again.
automatic popping time.
To add time:
After pressing POPCORN, press
[-_ immediately after the oven
starts for an extra 20 seconds.
Press _-] again to add another
10 seconds (total 30 seconds
additional time).
To subtract time:
After pressing POPCORN, press
immediately after the oven
starts for 20 seconds less cooking
time.
Press _ again to reduce
cooking time another 10 seconds
(total 30 seconds less time).
BEVERAGE]
Press BEVERAGE to heat a cup of
coffee or other beverage.
Beverages heated with the
Beverage feature may be very hot.
Remove the container with care.
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SensorFeatures
REHEAT ]
For reheating single servings of pre-
viously cooked foods or a plate of
leftovers.
1 Place covered food in the oven.
Press REHEAT. The oven starts
immediately.
2 The oven signals when steam is
sensed and the time remaining
begins counting down.
Do not ()pen the oven door until
time is counting down. If the door
is opened, close it and press
START immediately.
After removing food from the oven,
stir, if possible, to even out the tem-
perature. If food is not hot enough, use
Micro Cook to reheat for more time.
Reheated foodsmay have wide varia-
tions in temperature. Some areas may
be extremely hot.
Some Foods Not Recommended For
Use With Reheat
It is best to use Micro Cook for
these ff)ods:
* Bread products.
* Foods that must be reheated
uncovered.
* Foods that need to be stirred or
rotated.
* Foods calling fi)r a dry look or
crisp surface after reheating.
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POTATOES MEATS
! II0.00°0
metal shelf with Sensor
Canned Vegetables,Frozen Vegetables,
Fresh Vegetables,Potatoes,Fish
Fillets, Chicken Pieces, GroundMeats
The Sensor Cooking pads give you
easy, automatic resuhs with a vari-
ety of foods. (See the Cooking
Guide below.)
Place covered food in the oven.
Press the food pad. The oven
starts immediately.
2 The oven signals when steam is
sensed and time remaining is
counting down. Turn or stir the
food if necessary.
Do not ()pen the oven door until
time is counting down. If the door
is opened, close it and press
START immediately.
NOTE:If the food is not done
enough, use Micro Cook to cook
for more time.
Cooking Guide
Canned Vegetables 4-16 oz. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
4-16 oz. Follow package instructions for
.............................. adding water. Cover with lid or
vented plastic wrap.
4-16 oz. Add 1/4 cup water per serving.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Potatoes 1/2-2 lbs. Pierce skin with fork. Arrange in a
star pattern in the center of the
microwave.
Fish Fillets 4-16 oz. Cover with vented plastic wrap.
1-8 Cover with vented plastic wrap.
pieces
1/2-3 lbs.
(Beeg Pork; Turkey)
Use round casserole dish. Crumble
meat into dish. Do not cover the
dish. Drain and stir at signal.
How to Change the Automatic
Settings
You can adjust the cooking time
ff)r all ff)ods, except for CANNED
Reduce time by 10%: Press
after the food pad.
Add 10% to cooking time: Press
after the food pad.
VEG, to suit your personal taste.
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OtherFeatures Your.Modal Has
The HELP pad displays feature
information and helpflll hints.
Press HELP, then select a feature
pad.
To remind you that you have food
in the oven, the oven will display
"FOOD IS READY" and beep once
a minute until you either ()pen the
oven door or press CLEAR/OFF.
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[
AM/PM ........
SCROLL SPEED
[ AM/PM
SCROLL SPEED
Press to enter the time of day or to
check the time of day while
microwaving.
The scroll speed of the display can
be changed. Press and hold the
AM/PM pad about 3 seconds to
bring up the display. Select 1-5 fi)r
slow to fast scroll speed.
1 Press CLOCK.
2 Enter time of day.
3 Select AM/PM.
4 Press START.
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To mrn the clock display off,
press and hold [--o-] for about
three seconds.
0 ] :
DISPLAYON/OFF
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[ ON/oFFTIMER
To redisplay the clock, repeat the
above.
Delay Start allows you to set the
microwave to delay cooking up to
24 hours.
1 Press DELAY START.
2 Enter the time you want the oven
to start. (Be sure the microwave
clock shows the correct time of
day.)
The Timer On/Off operates as a
minute timer and can be used at
any time, even when the oven is
operating.
1 Press TIMER ON/OFF.
3 Select Defrost Auto/Tilne, Micro
Cook I & II or Temp Cook.
4 Press START.
The Delay Start time will be dis-
played plus S. The oven will
"D _ "
automatically start at the delayed
time.
The time of day may be displayed
by pressing CLOCK.
When time is up, the oven will sig-
nal. To mrn off the Timer signal,
press TIMER ON/OFF.
NOTE: The Timer indicator will
be lit while Timer On/Off is
F_-lf-7-1ffT-I
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2 Enter time you want to count
operating.
down.
3 Press TIMER ON/OFF to start.
The Reminder feature can be used
£
like an alarm clock and can be
used at any time, even when the
oven is operating. The reminder
time can be set up to 24 hours later.
1 Press REMINDER.
2 Enter the time you want the oven
to remind you. (Be sure the
microwave clock shows the COT-
rect time of day.)
3 Select AM or PM.
4 Press REMINDER. To turn off the
reminder signal, press REMINDER
again. The Reminder time may be
displayed by pressing REMINDER.
NOTE: The REM indicator will
remain lit to show that the
REMINDER is set.
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OtherFeatures Your.Modal Has
In addition to starting many trac-
tions, START/PAUSE allows you
to stop cooking without opening
the door or clearing the display.
PAUSE
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TURNTABLE
ON _OFF
You may lock the control panel to
prevent the microwave from being
accidentally started or used by
children.
For best cooking results, leave the
turntable on. It can be turned off ff)r
large dishes. Press TURNTABLE to
turn the turntable on or off.
To lock or unlock the controls,
press and hold CLEAR/OFF for
about three seconds. When the
control panel is locked, an "L" will
be displayed to the extreme right.
Sometimes the turntable can
become too hot to touch. Be care-
fiH touching the turntable during
and after cooking.
[ VENTFAN ]
HI-LO-OFF
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The Vent Fan removes steam and
other vapors from surface cooking.
Press VENT FAN once for High
fan speed, twice for Low fan speed
or a third time to turn the fan off.
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An automatic fan feature protects
the microwave from too much heat
rising from the cooktop below it. It
automatically turns on at low speed
if it senses too much heat.
Press SURFACE LIGHT once for
bright light, twice for the night
light or three times to turn the
light off.
If you have turned the fan on you
may find that you cannot turn it
off. The fan will automatically turn
offwhen the internal parts are
cool. It may stay on for 30 minutes
or more after the cooktop and
microwave controls are turned off.
SOUNDLEVEL
0-1-2-3
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I AM/PM ]
The beeper sound level can be
adjusted up, down or off. Press
SOUND LEVEL. Choose 0-3
for mute to loud.
You can set the night light to turn
on and off automatically at any
time you want.
/ Press AUTO NITE LIGHT.
2 Enter the time you want the light
to turn on. Select AM or PM.
3 Press AUTO NITE LIGHT again
and enter the time you want the
light to mrn off. Select AM or
PM.
4 Press AUTO NITE LIGHT.
NITE will stay lit to remind you
that the feature is set. You can
review the auto nite light settings
by pressing AUTO NITE LIGHT.
To erase your settings and mrn off
the automatic feature, press AUTO
NITE LIGHT, then 0. The NITE
indicator will no longer be lit.
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UseoJtheOvenShe
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Food microwaves best when placed
on the turntable or on the shelf in
the lower position.
FORBEST RESULTS
For best cooking results, remove
the shelf unless you are cooking on
two levels.
2-LEVELCOOKING
)
UNEVEN RESULTS
o Make sure the shelf is positioned ®Use pot holders when handling
properly inside the microwave to the shelf-it may be hot.
prevent damage to the oven
from arcing.
®Do not use a microwave brown-
ing dish on the shelf. The shelf
• Do not use the shelf when cook-
ing popcorn.
®Do not use the shelf with Sensor
Cooking or Reheat.
could overheat.
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e Do not cook with the shelf on
the microwave floor. This could
damage the microwave.
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The lower position provides a fiat
surface for placing dishes that may
tilt if placed on the turntable.
The lower position also allows you
to place 2 dishes side-by-side. This
is helpflll for casseroles or other
cookware that may be too tall to
cook on 2 levels.
The upper position gives you the
option to reheat or cook more than
one dish of food at the same time.
Switch places after 1/2 time.
Switch places after 1/2 time.
+ To cook on 2 levels
or
+ To cook 2 dishes on the lower
level:
1 Double the cooking time.
2 Switch places after 1/2 the
time and give dishes 1/2 turn.
(Place dense foods, or those that
require a longer cook time, on
the shelf first.)
+ To reheat on 2 levels
or
+ To reheat 2 dishes on the lower
level:
I Multiply reheat time by I'A.
2 Switch places after 1/2 the time.
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%
Microwave
Microwave Terms
Arcing
Covering
Shielding
Standing Time
Arcing is the microwave term fi)r sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by:
o the temperature probe staying in the oven but not inserted in the food.
o the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the microwave
walls.
o metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
o foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
o metal such as twist ties, poulu y pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
o recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking
time. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam
to escape.
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 poulu T, which would cook before larger
parts.
When you cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed
to stand to finish cooking or to set. Standing time is especially important in
microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling
rack.
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After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by turning
back one corner so excess steam can escape.
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Cleansing
Opening the oven door a few min-
utes after cooking helps air out the
inside. An occasional thorough
wiping with a solution of baking
soda and water keeps the inside
fresh.
Walls, Floor,Inside Window, Metal
and Plastic Partson the Door.Some
spatters can be removed with a
paper towel, others may require a
damp cloth. Remove greasy spat-
ters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse
with a damp cloth. Do not use abra-
sive cleaners or sharp utensils on
oven walls. Never use a commercial
oven cleaner on any part of your
microwave.
BE CERTAINPOWER IS OFFBEFORE
CLEANINGANY PARTOF THIS OVEN.
Temperature Probe. Clean immedi-
ately after using. To clean, wipe
with sudsy cloth, then rub lightly
with plastic scouring ball if neces-
sary. Rinse and dry. The probe can
also be washed in the dishwasher.
Shelf. Clean with mild soap and
water or in the dishwasher. Do not
clean in a self-cleaning oven.
Removable Turntable and Turntable
Support.To prevent breakage, do
not place the turntable into water
just after cooking. Wash it carefully
in warm, sudsy water or in the dish-
washer. The turntable and support
can be broken if dropped.
Remember, do not operate the
oven without the turntable and sup-
port in place.
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Do not use cleaners contain-
ing ammonia or alcohol on
the microwave oven.
Ammonia or alcohol can
damage the appearance
of the microwave.
Case.Clean the outside of the
microwave with a sudsy cloth. Rinse
and then dry. Wipe the window
clean with a damp cloth.
ControlPanel and Door.Wipe with a
damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do
not use cleaning sprays, large
amounts of soap and water, abra-
sives or sharp objects on the panel-
they can damage it. Some paper
towels can also scratch the control
panel.
Door Surface. It's important to keep
the area clean where the door seals
against the microwave. Use only
mild, non-abrasive detergents
applied with a clean sponge or soft
cloth. Rinse well.
Bottom. Clean off the grease and
dust on the bottom often. Use a
solution of warm water and deter-
gent.
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Light Bulb Replacement
To replace the bulb (s), first discon-
nect the power at the main fllse or
circuit breaker panel or pull the
plug.
Remove the screw at the front of
the light cover and lower the cover.
REMOVE SCREWS
Be sure the bulb(s) to be replaced
are cool beR)re removing. After
breaking the adhesive seal, remove
the bulb by gently turning.
Replace with 40-watt tubular bulbs.
Order WB36X936 from your GE
supplier. Tubular 40-watt bulbs
(40T6_A,/2), available in supermar-
kets and hardware stores, may also
be used for replacements.
Replace the screw. Connect electri-
cal power to the oven.
To replace the oven light, first dis-
connect the power at the main fllse
or circuit breaker panel or pull the
plug.
Remove the top grille by taking out
the 2 screws that hold it in place.
Next, remove the two screws locat-
ed above the door near the center
of the oven that secure the light
housing.
Replace the burned-out bulb
with a 30-watt incandescent bulb
(WB02X4235), available from your
GE supplier.
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The vent fan has 2 metal reusable
CHARCOAL FILTER
(on some models)
REUSABLE GREASE FILTERS
(on all models)
grease filters.
Models that recirculate air back
into the room also use a charcoal
filter.
The metal filters trap grease
released by fi)ods on the cooktop.
They also prevent flames from
foods on the cooktop from damag-
ing the inside of the microwave.
For this reason, the filters must
ALWAYS be in place when the
hood is used. The grease filters
should be cleaned once a month,
or as needed.
4O
To remove, slide it to the rear using
the tab. Pull it down and out.
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To clean the grease filter, soak it
and then swish it around in hot
water and detergent. Don't use
ammonia or ammonia products
because they will darken the metal.
Light brushing can be used to
remove embedded dirt.
Rinse, shake and let it d_y before
replacing.
To replace, slide the filter in the
frame slot on the back of the
opening.
Pull up and to the front to lock into
place.
Charcoal filters cannot be
cleaned. They must be
replaced.
Remove 2 grille screws
to remove the grille.
If the model is not vented to the
outside, the air will be recirculated
through a disposable charcoal filter
that helps remove smoke and
odors.
To remove the charcoal filter, dis-
connect power at the main fl]se or
circuit breaker panel or pull the
plug.
The charcoal filter should be
replaced when it is noticeably dirty
or discolored (usually after 6 to
12 months, depending on hood
usage).
Order Part No. WB02X9883 from
your GE supplier.
Remove the top grille by removing
the 2 screws that hold it in place.
Slide the filter towards the front of
the oven and remove it.
To install a new filter, remove plas-
tic and other outer wrapping from
the new filter.
Insert the filter into the top ()pen-
ing of the oven as shown. It will rest
at an angle on 2 side support tabs
and in front of the right rear tab.
Replace the grille and 2 screws.
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Before You Call
Problem
Possible Causes
A fuse in your home may be
blown or the circuit breaker
tripped.
Power surge.
Plug not fully inserted into
wall outlet.
Probe has been forgotten or
not inserted properly in the
oven wall when using the Temp
Cook or Roast function.
During Sensor Cooking, Reheat,
or Popcorn program, the door
was opened before steam could
be detected.
What to Do
® Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
® Unplug the microwave oven, then plug
it back in.
® Make sure the g-prong plug on the oven is
tully inserted into wall outlet.
® Insert the probe properly into the wall
receptacle.
®Do not open door until steam is sensed and
time is shown counting down on display.
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Steam was not detected in
maximum amount of time.
The cooktop light is located
below the oven floor. When the
light is on, the heat it produces
may make the oven floor get
warm,
The probe has not been
completely inserted into the
wall receptacle.
The probe is defective.
® Use Micro Cook to heat for more time.
® This is normal.
® Insert the probe properly into the wall
receptacle.
® Replace the probe.
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Problem Possible Causes What to Do
Sensor Reheat is for single
servings of recommended
foods.
You have tried to start the
REMINDER without a valid
time of day.
You have tried to start the
AUTO NITE LIGHT without
a valid time of day entered for
the on-time and off-time.
You have tried to turn the
turntable on when the probe
is in use.
You have tried to change the ® Many of the oven's features are preset and
power level when it is not allowed, cannot be changed.
The control has been locked. ® Press and hold CLEAR/OFF for about
(When the control panel is 3 seconds to unlock the control.
locked, an "L" will be displayed.)
® Use Micro Cook for large amounts of food.
® Start over and enter a valid time of day.
® Start over and enter a valid time of day.
®The turntable will not operate when the
probe is in use.
AI1 These Things Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
Steam or vapor escaping from
around tile 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 microwave. If
you notice this interference, check
that the microwave oven is on a
different electrical circuit, relocate
the radio or TV as far away from
the microwave as possible, or
check the position and signal of
the receiving antenna.
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Notes
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Notes
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We be therd
800.626.2000
80&GE-CARE$
(80&q32-2737)
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.
AGE consumer service professional
will provide expert repair service,
scheduled at a time that's conve-
nient for you. Many GE Consumer
Service company-operated loca-
tions offer you service today or
tomorrow, or at your convenience
(7:{){)a.m. to 7:{){)p.m. weekdays,
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays).
And you can call any time. GE
Answer Center ®service is open
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
()ur factotT-trained technicians
know your appliance inside and
out-so most repairs can be han-
dled in just one visit.
800.828.2000
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Upon request, GE will provide
Braille controls for a variety of
GE 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.
Consumers with impaired hearing
or speech who have access to a
TDD or a conventional teletype-
writer may call 800-TDD-GEAC
(800-833-4322) to request informa-
tion or service.
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800.626.2000
Para obtener instrucciones en
espafiol, llame a GE Answer
Center ®, servicio de informaci6n
para el consumidor, telefono
800.626.2000.
800-626-2224
800-626-2002
You can have the secure feeling
that GE Consumer Service will still
be there after your warranty expires.
Individuals qualified to service
their own appliances can have
parts or accessories sent directly
to their home. The GE parts system
provides access to over 47,000
parts...and all GE Genuine Renewal
Parts are fiflly warranted. VISA,
MasterCard and Discover cards
are accepted.
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 tim]re service at today's
prices.
Care and cleaning instructions con-
tained in this manual cover proce-
dures to be performed by any user.
Other servicing generally should be
referred to qualified service person-
nel. Caution must be exercised,
since improper servicing may cause
unsafe operation.
We're proud of our service and
want you to be pleased. If ff)r some
reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three
steps to follow for fllrther help.
First,contact the people who ser-
viced your appliance. Explain why
you are not pleased. In most cases,
this will solve the problem.
Next, if you are still not pleased,
write all the details-including
your phone number-to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Finally, if your problem is still
not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer
Action Program
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
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date is needed to oblain ser_,qce under warr,_nty°
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original pur-
chase, we will provide, free of charge,
parts and se_Tice labor in your home to
repair or replace any [)art of the microwave
oven that fails because of a manufacturing
defect.
LIMITED ADDITIONAL
NINE-YEAR WARRANTY
For the second through the tenth year
from the date of original purchase, we
will provide, free of charge, a replace-
ment magnetror_ tube if the magnetron
tube fails because of a manufacturing
defect. You pay for the service trip to
your home and service labor charges.
This warranty is extended to the original
purchaser and any succeeding owner for
products purchased for ordina U home
use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and
Washington, D.C. In Alaska the warranty
is the same except that it is LIMITED
because you must pay to ship the product
to the seiMce shop or for the service tech-
nician's travel costs to your home.
All warranty seiMce will be provided by
our Factoi y SeiMce Centers or by our
authorized Customer Care ®seiMcers
during normal working hours.
Should your appliance need seiMce,
during warranty period or beyond, call
800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).
• SeiMce trips to your home to teach you
how to use the product.
Read your Owner's Manual. If you then
have any questions about operating the
If you have an installation problem,
contact your dealer or installer. You are
responsible for prox4ding adequate elec-
trical, exhausting and other connecting
facilities.
product, please contact your dealer or our
Consumer Affairs office at the address
below, or call, toll free:
GE Answer Center ®
800.626.2000
consumer information seiMce
• hnproper installation.
• Replacement of house fuses or resetting
of circuit breakers.
• Failure of the product if it is misused,
or used for other than the intended
purpose or used commercially.
• Damage to product caused by accident,
fire, floods or acts of God.
WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. ]
Some states do not allow"the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation
or exclusion may n0t apply tO you. This warranty gives you specific lega! rights; and you may a!so have other rights
which va_y fl'om state to _state. To know what your legal rights_ are in your state, consult your local or state consumer
affhirs office or your state?s Attorney General
Warrantor:General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager--Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
Pub. No. 49-8697
Part No. 164D2966P212
1-96 CG
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