GE JVM150K, JVM152K, JVM153K, JVM172K User Manual

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Microwave Oven

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

Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure

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

Operating Instructions, Tips

30 Seconds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Aluminum Foil ............................4, 17, 26,28

Auto Cook ..............................................2 1-25

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

Automatic Fan Feature .............................5, 9

Auto Reheat

Auto Roast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Auto Simmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Auto Start/Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Clock

Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........8,9

Complete

Cooking Guide ..............................................29

Defrosting by Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14

Defrosting Guide ..........................................28

Delayed Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Exhaust Fan

Express Cook Feature .................................1 2

Features

Glossary of Microwave Terms ..................26

Heating or Reheating

Hold Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Microwaving Tips

Minute/Second Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Oven Shelf ...4,5, 7,20,21,24,26,30-32 Popcorn Power Levels ...8, 10, 11, 13-16, 18,27-29

Temperature Cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 15

Temperature Probe

7,8, 10, 14, 15, 18, 19

Time Cook

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16, 17

18, 19

11, 12

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Care and Cleaning ...................33-35

Exhaust Grease Filter

Light Bulb Replacement.............................34

Oven Shelf

Temperature Probe .....................................33

Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Extension Cords ...........................................35

Grounding Instructions ..............................35

Consumer Services ...................39

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

Important Phone Numbers .......................39

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

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

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HELP US HELP 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 must be registered. Please be certain that it is.

Write to:

GE Appliances Range Product Service Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

If you received a damaged oven...

Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the oven.

Save time and money. Before you request service...

Check the Problem Solver in the back of this book. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

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.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE

TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

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

any object 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

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

sealing surfaces.

(d) The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired

by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

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

WARNING-To reduce thetiskof

burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons

or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

●

Read and

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

●

This appliance must

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

●

Use this appliance only for i@ intended

use as

described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use.

●

This over-the-range oven was designed

for use over ranges no wider than 42 inches, It maybe installed over both gas and electric cooking equipment,

●

For best operation, plug this appliance into its

own electrical outlet, to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker.

●

Do not mount this appliance over a sink. Install

or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.

Do not cover or block any openings on the

appliance.

●

Do not store this appliance

Do not

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 oven is in operation.

●

Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.

●

Keep power

away from heated surfaces.

●

Do not let power cord hang over edge of

or counter.

●

Do not operate this

a damaged power cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or

it has been damaged

or dropped.

●

See door surface cleaning instructions in the

and Cleaning section(s) of your book.

●

This

should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

●

As with any appliance,

supervision is

necessary when used by children.

●

To reduce the risk of fire

in the

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

Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can contain metal flecks which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper products containing nylon or nylon

be avoided,

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 overcook potatoes. They could

dehydrate and catch fire, causing damage to your oven.

—Do not operate the oven while empty to avoid

damage to the oven and the danger of fire. If by accident the oven should run empty a minute or 2, no harm is done. However, try to avoid operating the oven empty at

times—it saves

energy and prolongs the life of the oven.

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(continual)

use the oven Do not or food in the oven when not in use.

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

●

products such as whole eggs and sealed

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.

●

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.

●

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

(other than metal

1 inch away from sides of oven.

●

Cookware may become hot because

of heat transferred from the heated

Pot holders may be needed to

handle the cookware.

●

Foods cooked in liquids (such as pasta) may tend

to boil over more rapidly than foods containing less moisture. Should this occur, refer to the and Cleaning section(s) for instructions on how to clean the inside of the oven.

Thermometer-Do not use a thermometer in

food you are microwaving unless the thermometer is designed or recommended for use in 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 food

or liquid, and turn on microwave energy, it can

create

arcing in the oven and damage

oven walls.

storage purposes.

products, cooking utensils

at least

~STRUCTIONS

●

Plastic

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

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 yolks (see previous caution) should be pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking.

●

Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in

microwave ovens. Check the package for proper use.

●

Spontaneous boiling—Under

certain special circumstances, liquids may start to boil during or shortly after removal from the microwave oven. To prevent burns from splashing liquid, stir

the liquid briefly before removing the container from the microwave oven.

cookware designed

This assures that, in

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cooking pouches and tightly

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. When cooking with containers tightly covered with plastic wrap, remove covering carefully and direct steam away from hands and face.

●

Hot foods and steam can cause

burns. Be careful when opening any containers of hot food, including popcorn bags, cooking pouches boxes. To prevent possible injury, direct steam away from hands and face.

●

Use of the 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 2 levels. —Be sure that the shelf is positioned properly

inside the oven to prevent product damage.

Use of shelf

Auto Cook, Auto Reheat or Popcorn feature is not recommended (see the Auto Cook, Auto Reheat or Popcorn sections).

The Exhaust

●

Have it installed and properly grounded by a

qualified installer. See the special installation booklet packed with the microwave oven.

●

The exhaust fan in the oven will operate

automatically under certain conditions (see Automatic Fan Feature). While the fan operating, caution is required to prevent the starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the exhaust fan is in use. For this reason:

—Never leave surface units unattended at high

heat settings. greasy

causes smoking and

that may ignite

spread if exhaust fan is operating. To minimize automatic fan operation, use adequate sized cookware and use high heat only when necessary.

—In the event of a grease

smother flaming pan on surface unit by covering pan completely with

fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray.

—Clean the vent hood often. Do not allow grease

to buildup on the hood or the filter.

—Use care when cleaning the vent hood filter.

Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filter.

—When flaming foods under the hood, turn

the fan off. The fan, if operating, may spread

flame.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

Optional Accessories

Available at extra cost from your GE supplier.

Filler Panel Kit (for model

Filler Panel Kit (for models

Charcoal Filter Kit for non-vented

installation,

This microwave oven is

listed

installation over electric and gas ranges.

and

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MICROWAVING TIPS

● Make sure all cookware used in your microwave

oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass

casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring

cups, pottery or china dinnerware which does not plastic wrap so steam can escape. have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used. Some cookware is labeled “suitable for microwaving.”

water—set the measuring cup either in or next to the dish. Microwave it should not be used for microwaving. If the dish

remains then the dish is microwave-safe.

minute at high. If the dish heats,

and only the water in the cup heats,

cups, custard

● 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

● Some microwaved foods require stirring, rotating

or rearranging. Check the Cooking Guide.

● 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.

YOU NEED 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 3 steps to follow for further help.

is to certify that this unit has been

tested in

conformance

at 0.10 215 224 Her.

with

Bulletin No. 210.

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

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including Chicago, IL 60606

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

FEATURES OF YOUR OVEN

is to certify

Vert.

6.3 Vert.

5.9

Her.

that this unit has been tested in conformance with Bulletin No. 210.

at 0.10 284 Vert.

Drive

7.2 Vert.

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Door Handle. Pull to open

door. Door must be securely

latched for oven to operate.

Door Latches.

2. Window with Metal Shield.

Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping

microwaves confined in oven.

Receptacle for Temperature

Probe. Probe must be securely

inserted into receptacle before oven will start any temperature or Auto Roast cooking.

Temperature Probe. Use with

Roast functions only.

—

and Auto

Cooking Complete Reminder

(For all cooking features except

Shelf. Lets you microwave

6. several foods at once. NOTE:

Your oven is equipped with

1 of 2 types of oven shelves.

Food microwaves best when placed directly on the oven floor. Use this shelf only when cooking foods on 2 levels. (See

Safety Instructions and Oven Shelf section for special instructions.)

Touch Control Panel and Digital Display. For detailed

information on each feature, see Your Touch Control Panel section.

Hood Controls.

Vent Fan. Light. Press ON, NIGHT

or OFF.

Press HI, LO or OFF.

and Auto Roast code 4)

9. Grease Filters.

10. Smoke and Spatter Shield (on model so equipped). This

convenient shield is hinged. When using the range top, flip the shield down into the OUT position where it will direct

surface smoke to the exhaust system. When the vent fan is not in use, flip the shield up under the oven.

11.

12. Automatic Cooking Guide.

13. Oven Floor. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s)

and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.

Light.

To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display “End” and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or touch the

pad.

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YOUR TOUCH CONTROL PANEL

The Touch Control the touch of a finger. It’s designed to be easy to use and understand.

allows you to set the oven controls with

When You Plug in the Oven

The display panel displays “88888,” “18 POWER”

and all of the oven functions. After 15 seconds, all lights disappear and “RESET” appears in the upper portion. Touch the and oven is ready for use.

If power is disrupted at any time, the above sequence recurs, and you must reset Clock after touching the

pad.

Appears on the Display

● Probe has been forgotten when Auto Roast or

function is being used.

● Probe is not securely seated in oven wall receptacle.

DISPLAY. Displays time of day, time or

temperature during cooking functions, power level being used, cooking mode and instructions.

TIME DEFROST. Gentle thawing at automatic

2. power level 3 (Low).

TIME COOK I & II. Microwave for a selected

3. amount of time using automatic power level

10 (High).

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.

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 pads 1, 3 and O and “1

Then touch START or CLOCK pad. To reset or

change time, simply repeat above process.

POWER LEVEL. Touch this pad before entering

6. another power level number if you want to change from automatic power level 10 (High) for cooking or power level 3 (Low) for defrosting.

START. After all selections are made, touch this pad to start the oven.

AUTO

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

will appear in display.

touch number

9. AUTO DEFROST. Touch this pad and food

10. POPCORN. Touch this pad, then START to

11. AUTO REHEAT. Touch this pad, then START

12. VENT FAN. Press HI, LO or OFF for the

13.

14.

15. MINUTE, Use this with number pads to enter

16. ADD 30 SECONDS. Press this pad to add 30

17. NUMBER PADS. Touch these pads to enter

18. CLEAWOFF. When touched, it shuts off the

19. AUTO ROAST. Insert probe. Touch this pad,

20. AUTO COOK. Touch this pad, the number

21. LIGHT. Touch ON to turn on hood light. Touch

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

cook prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing

3.0 to 3.7 ounces.

for quick reheating of prepared foods.

different fan speeds.

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.

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

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

seconds to the cook time as it’s counting down.

cooking time, defrosting time, time of day, temperature, power Auto Defrost.

oven and erases

the desired number pad for the code, then START.

The oven slow-cooks meat with the automatic preset program.

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

NIGHT to turn on night light.

Use the temperature

or food weights for

settings (except time of day).

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Automatic Fan Feature

This microwave oven has an

automatic fan feature to protect it from too much heat rising from

the

It automatically turns on at a low speed if it senses too much heat.

or range beneath it.

If you have turned the fan on you may find that you cannot turn it off. This is because the automatic cool. It may stay on for 30 fan has come onto protect the internal parts of the microwave.

The fan will automatically turn off when the internal parts are

minutes or more after the range and microwave controls have been turned off.

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HOW TO USE THE

The Minute/Second Timer

The Minute/Second Timer has 3 timing functions:

● It operates as a minute timer.

● It can be set to delay cooking.

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

The Minute/Second Timer operates without microwave energy.

How to Time a 3-Minute Phone Call

Step 1: Touch MIN/SEC TIMER pad. To delay cooking up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds, Step 2: Touch number pad 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.

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

Programming Delayed Cooking

touch or AUTO ROAST and enter cook time, temperature or code. Touch MIN/SEC TIMER and enter number of minutes to delay cooking.

is in food.

O and cooking will begin.

TIM-E COOK I & II, TEMP

When delaying

or Auto Roast cooking, be sure probe

Touch START. Timer w~l count

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:

casserole from freezer and place in oven.

Step 2: Touch TIME

TIME

DEFROST pad.

DEFROST

Step 3: Touch pads 1,5 and MINUTE for 15 minutes

MINUTE

defrosting time. (Defrosting is automatically set on level 3 but can-be touching the POWER pad and the desired power level.)

Step 4: Set standing or hold

time by touching

Step 5: Touch 1,0 and MINUTE to hold for 10 minutes.

Step 6: Touch TIME

TIME COOK

I &II

Step 7: Touch 2, 5 and MINUTE for 25 minutes of

time.

START

COOK I &II pad.

Step 8: Touch START. As each function is automatically performed, oven display shows instructions entered and the function. When time is up, the oven signals and flashes “End.”

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Time Cook I

Time Cook allows you to microwave for a preset amount of time.

Power level 10 (High) is recommended for most cooking, but you may change this for more flexibility. See the Cooking Guide.

To become better acquainted with time cooking, make a cup of coffee by following the steps below.

Step 1: Fill a

2/3

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.

Step 2: Touch TIME

Step 3: Select your time.

Touch pad 1 and MINUTE pad

Because automatic power level 10 is recommended for this cup of coffee, there is no need to change the power level. (If power level 10 is not appropriate, see “How to Change Power Level” below.)

(

Step 4: Touch the START pad.

START

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

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

Step 6: Open the door.

If you interrupt Time Cook to check the food, simply close 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.

door and press START to resume cooking.

Using the Time Cook II Feature

The Time Cook II feature lets you set 2 time cooking functions within 1 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

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Step 3: Select your first cook time. For example, touch 2,

Step 4: Touch TIME COOK Step 5: Set your second cook time. Step 6: Change the power level.

and 5 for 2 minutes and 15 seconds.

& II.

How to Change Power Level

Press TIME COOK I & 11.

2. Select cooking time.

3. Press POWER LEVEL.

4. Select power.

5. Press START.

Step 7: At the end of “COOK TIME I,” the second power level is displayed and “COOK TIME II” is shown counting down.

Step 8: When time is up, the oven signals and flashes

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

Step 9: Open the

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.

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The Express Cook Feature

(continued)

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

❑ mmmm

(from with the amount of your desired cooking time (in minutes). For the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.

to 5) that corresponds

touch

The oven will automatically signal, shut off at the end of the programmed time.

Step 2:

Touch the START pad.

“End” and

How to Use Auto Start

The Auto Start feature allows you to program your oven to begin cooking at a preset time of (Be sure your microwave oven clock shows the day—up to a 12-hour

Step 1: Touch AUTO

START/REMINDER pad.

REMINDER

Step 2: Enter the time you want the oven to start.

correct time of day.)

Step 3: Enter your desired cooking program.

Step 4: Touch START pad. The oven will

automatically start at the desired time.

How to Use Reminder

The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock, without starting the oven.

Example: It is 7 a.m. and you must remember to leave for a dentist appointment at 10 a.m.

Step 1: Touch AUTO

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).

START/REMINDER pad.

Add 30 Seconds

The Add way to extend cooking time by oven timer is counting down. to the time shown each time the pad is touched.

Seconds feature provides a convenient

Step 3: Touch START pad. The reminder is now set at the time you programmed, and signal you at that time with until you open the door or touch the CLEAWOFF pad. The display door is opened or

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

seconds while the

will add

seconds

beeping sound

show “REM” until the oven

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Time Defrost (Power Level 3)

Time Defrost is designed for speedy thawing of

frozen food and is one of the great advantages of a microwave oven.

Use the Time Defrost setting to quickly thaw foods such Step 1: Place package of frozen strawberries in the oven as bread, rolls, vegetables,

● Power level 3 is automatically set when you press

TIME DEFROST pad, but you may change this for more flexibility.

● See the Defrosting Guide for defrosting help.

How to Change Power Level

1. Press TIME DEFROST.

2. Select defrosting time.

3. Press POWER LEVEL.

4. Select power.

5. Press START.

and frozen dinners.

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

following the steps below.

and close door. Be sure package contains no metal.

Step 2:

Step 3:

recommended in the Defrosting Guide. For example, touch 4 and MINUTE pad for 4 minutes.

Step

Steps 2 and 3 to set remaining

and touch START.

Step

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

Select one half of the total defrosting time

Step 4: Touch START. When

the cycle is completed, the oven

START

5: Turn the package over, close the door

6: When the oven signals and flashes “End,” open

signals and flashes “End,” then automatically shuts off.

Touch TIME

repeat

of defrosting time

Defrosting Tips

● Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in

the package. Tightly closed packages should be slit, pierced or vented, defrosted, as directed by package. Plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered.

● Family-size, pre-packaged frozen dinners can be

defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a foil

container, transfer it to a microwave-safe dish.

food has partially

● For even defrosting, some foods need to be broken

up or separated part of the way through the defrosting time.

● Check the Defrosting Guide for other defrosting tips

●

Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs, fish,

stuffings, poultry and pork should not be allowed to sit out for more than 1 hour after defrosting. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.

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Questions and Answers

(continued)

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

lower than 10 (High).

Internal temperature is the best test of doneness

for many foods. Use Temp

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.

The Temperature Probe

to cook a variety of foods to

Q. Can

A. Yes,

Temp because the oven automatically switches to “Hold” setting after reaching the preset food temperature and maintains that temperature until you touch the

NOTE: Oven automatically switches to “Hold” when preset food temperature is reached.

defrost small items in a hurry?

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 approximately 1/3. During either, rotate or stir food frequently.

pad.

defrosting time to

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 Roast. To use the probe properly,

the Automatic Roasting section.

directions in

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How to Temp Cook a Rolled Beef Rib Roast to Medium

Step 1: Insert temperature probe and attach probe

securely in oven wall. Close the door.

Step 2: Touch TEMP

START

TEMP COOK COOWHOLD pad.

HOLD

(USE PROBE)

Step 3: Touch 1,6 and O for

Step 4: Touch POWER

LEVEL pad. Touch 5 for

Step 6: When and display “Hold.” The oven will then hold the temperature.

CLEAR

OFF

Step 8: Remove probe and food from the oven.

Cooking Tips

● Use a lower power level; foods will heat more

evenly though requiring more time. even heating.

● Be sure frozen food has been completely defrosted

before inserting probe. Probe may break off if used in frozen foods.

Cover foods loosely for moisture control and quick,

Step 5: Touch the START pad. If internal temperature of the roast is less than will show “COOL”; if temperature is display shows temperature counting up.

is reached, the oven will sound

Step 7: Touch the

the cycle.

display

or above,

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?

end of the probe securely into the receptacle in the oven wall or if you touch the TEMP

inserted in food?

A. No, if it touches the oven wall, it may damage

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 time and changes power levels 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

Step 2: Touch the AUTO

AUTO DEF.

DEF. pad.

Step 3: Enter weight. For example, touch number pads 1 and 2 for weight of 1.2 pounds oven beeps 4 times.

pound, 3 ounces. See

Conversion Guide below.)

The oven calculates defrosting

during defrosting to give even defrosting results.

Step 4:

START

Twice during

defrosting, the oven beeps 4 times and

Follow the directions in

Auto Defrost Guide for what to do at the first and second signal. Then close the door and touch START. (Defrosting continues during

When defrosting time is completed, “End” flashes and oven beeps every minute until door is opened or

Display shows defrost time counting down.

“End” remains on display and

Touch START pad.

Stand Time

After Auto Defrosting, meat needs to stand in order to let the inside defrost. You may take the food out of the oven if you wish. Stand time recommendations are given in

guide on the next page.

Conversion Guide

If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the ounces must be converted to tenths (.1) of a pound.

Ounces

1–2

6-7

9-1o

12-13

Pounds

.1 .2

.3 .4 .5 .6 .7 .8 .9

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AUTO DEFROST

1. Unwrap item being defrosted.

2. Place roasts and whole poultry on trivet in microwave-safe dish. Check food for warm spots halfway through defrosting, and shield these areas with small pieces of foil.

RECOMMENDED MIN.-MAX.

FOODS

WEIGHT

INSTRUCTIONS

STAND TIME

Frankfurters, Ground Meat

Beef Patties

Roast Ribs

Steak Stew

Whole Chicken

Turkey Breast (breast side up)

Chicken Pieces

I 0.1 -6.0 lbs.

0.1- 6.0 lbs.

0.1 -6.0 lbs.

I I

0.1 -6.0 lbs.

0.1-

0.1 -6.0 lbs.

I I I

0.1 -6.0

0.1 -6.0 lbs.

0.1 -6.0

0.1 -6.0 lbs.

Separate, turn over and shield where

Separate and remove defrosted pieces.

Turn over, remove defrosted areas and

break Turn over and separate patties. Remove

defrosted pieces.

Turnover and shield.

Separate, turn over and remove defrosted pieces. Shield if necessary.

Turn over and shield.

Separate and remove defrosted pieces.

Turn over and shield.

Separate and remove defrosted pieces.

Turn over and shield where necessary.

5 minutes

2 minutes

5 minutes

30-90 minutes

5 minutes

5 minutes 5 minutes

10 minutes; run cold water in cavity.

20 minutes in refrigerator; run cold water in cavity.

5 minutes

10 minutes; run cold water in cavity.

0.1 -6.0 lbs.

Fish fillets

Shrimp, scallops

Whole fish

Edges or thin areas of meat After first or second signal, shield warm areas with small pieces of

0.1 -6.0 lbs.

defrost more rapidly than other areas.

Turn over and shield.

Separate and remove defrosted pieces.

Separate and remove defrosted pieces. Turn over and shield tail and head.

5 minutes

5 minutes 5 minutes;

hold under cold running water.

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ROASTmG

Auto Roast uses the temperature probe to cook

to the desired serving temperature. Unlike

which uses a single power

Auto Roast uses up to 3 power settings which automatically switch during roasting, thus providing even, tender cooking results without overcooking.

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 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.

How to Roast Beef to Medium

Step 1: Touch AUTO ROAST

pad. Touch number pad 1. Touch START. (See the “Auto Roast Guide” for complete list of recommended codes.)

NOTE: By touching the AUTO ROAST pad during cooking, the meat’s internal

temperature will be displayed. (“COOL” will be displayed until meat reaches released, doneness code reappears on the display.

Step 2: When you select 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.)

FOOD

When pad is

Step 3: After a

4 times and appears on the display.

Step 4: Food will be held at this temperature for 60 minutes. The oven then beeps 4 times and “End”

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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

Code

Temp.

Beef (5 lb. max.)

Tender

Medium

Well

Pork (5 lb. max.)

Loin Roast

Poultry (6

max.)

Turkey Breast (Insert probe horizontally

into meatiest area.)

*Recommended standing time before serving.

Automatic

Total time includes time to bring food to

(Auto Roast Code 4)

and

hold at that temperature until done. Set Auto Simmer like

Auto Roast in the Automatic

explained

‘-/

Roasting section. Display shows “S[M”

COOE

and “CODE 4.”

End

● Insert probe as described in the Automatic Roasting

section.

Time

(minutes per pound) Minutes

13-15 15-17

15-19

holding

until

Hold* Doneness

Display

()

5-10

10-15

WELL

you remove food touch

pad. If stirring is recommended, you can restart oven by touching the START pad again. Touch oven off.

COOE

Automatic

Food Beef

Pot Roast Chili

Chicken

Stewing

Roast

soup

Split Pea

Guide

Temp.

180°F. 180°F.

180°F.

(Auto Roast Code 4)

Doneness

Display

5-7 5-8

4-6 3-4

4-6

7-10

5-7

SIM SIM

SIM

SIM SIM

Comments

Add enough liquid to just cover meat. If adding vegetables, make sure they are completely covered by liquid. Precook meat. 3 hours,

Add 4 cups liquid. Insert probe into meatiest area of inner thigh from below end and parallel to leg. Turn over after l/2 of time. Same procedure as above.Broiler/Fryer

Add 4 CUDS

Make sure that vegetables and meat are covered by liquid. every 3 hours. Add enough liquid to cover peas at least 2 inches. Stir after 3 hours.

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AUTO

Auto Reheat lets you touch just 2 pads to bring previously prepared foods to serving temperature. With 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.

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.

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

NOTE: Use of the is NOT recommended.

shelf with Auto Reheat

Foods Not Recommended

Bread products, foods that must be reheated uncovered, foods that require constant attention, foods calling for a dry look or surface It is best to use Time Cook I & 11.

reheating should not be Auto Reheated.

Easy to Use

Simply touch AUTO

Example:

START

REHEAT and START.

Step 1: Place covered food in oven. Touch AUTO REHEAT pad.

Step 2 :

Touch START pad.

Keep Door Closed

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

“RHEAT” and “FOOD”

are displayed.

Beep sounds when

steam is sensed and

“RHEAT” is replaced

FOOD

by time counting down. Rotate or stir food if

necessary. Close door and touch START to finish heating. When done, oven displays

“End” and beeps every minute until door is opened or 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

until desired temperature is reached.

& II to reheat for additional time

AUTO COOK

The Auto Cook feature may be used to eliminate your need to 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 casseroles,

vegetables,

leftovers and convenience foods can be Auto Cooked.

up cooking time in a cookbook or guess

‘: .-

, -,,

,- ’4’

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. Cover tightly and reset Auto Reheat.

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 is NOT recommended.

Foods Not Recommended

Foods that

cooking, and foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after It is-best to Time Cook

Foods that microwave best using the temperature probe should be

should not be Auto Cooked.

Cooked or Auto Roasted.

Easy to Use

touch CODE, and START. The word “AUTO” appears on the display and the sensor is activated to sense steam from food.

control pads—AUTO COOK, desired

Keep Door Closed

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

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Auto Cook Codes

AUTO COOK

(continued)

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.

Example:

Step 1: Place covered food in

AUTO COOK

oven. Touch AUTO COOK pad.

“ENTER COOK CODE” flashes on display.

Step 2: Touch number pad

for desired code. “CODE 2“

shows. After 4 seconds, “START” flashes on

display. Touch START.

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.

on display, indicating

OPENING DOOR AFFECT COOKING PERFORMANCE.

Beep sounds when

cook

time. food, if necessary. When done, oven beeps every minute until door is opened or

A guide behind the oven door lists cooking codes for frequently prepared fresh or uncooked foods and appropriate codes are recommended in the cooking guide in the Automatic Cooking section.

or stir

COOK

is touched.

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 time than the code would regularly provide.

For example, if code 4 cooks your chicken more done provide 20% longer cooking time than the regular than you like it, set code

shorter cooking time.

next time and you’ll get code 4 would provide.

less

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

Example:

AUTO COOK

Step 1: Touch AUTO COOK pad.

START

Step 2: Touch number pads 4

and 1 in that order. “AUTO CODE 4“ shows and after 4 seconds “START” flashes on display.

Step

3: Touch START.

“AUTO” shows on display. 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 goods, reinsert tray into box and close ends of box.

COVERS

● Match the amount of food to the size of the

container. Fill containers at least half full for best results.

● Be sure the outside of the cooking container and

the inside of the microwave oven are dry before

placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning

into steam can mislead the sensor.

● Stir or rotate some foods after a beeping signal,

if required. See the Automatic Cooking Control Guide section.

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.

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 section.

plastic pouches 1 inch as shown above. Break food up thoroughly after oven signals.

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.

Paper plates—while they

be used for Time and Temperature Cooking and Defrosting,

them with automatic cooking.

microwave-safe plates or bowls for reheating. Cover with plastic wrap or wax paper.

Follow Automatic Cooking Control Guide setting for casseroles. Cover casserole meat and vegetables with

sauce. If they are not cool, it is

better to use Time Cook

may

do not use

Use

& 11.

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CONTROL

● 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

● Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup water to fresh vegetables.

● Foods should be covered with lid to dish or plastic

1/2 full.

wrap to prevent spattering to keep oven clean. Spareribs, pot roasts and meat loaf should be covered tightly to ensure even cooking.

Food Canned Foods

Thin—water and milk-based

sauces, gravies Thick—chili, beef

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

soups

Auto Cook

Code

3 5

Container

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

● 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 “1“ or “9” to code number when entering Auto Cook Code. See the Auto Cook section for instructions.

● Use of Auto Cook feature with metal shelf is

not recommended.

Comments

to 4 min. per cup

3 to 4 min.

per cup

4 to 8 min.

4 min. per

serving

6 to 10 min.

3 to 6 min.

8 to min.

18 to 22 min.

3 to 5 min.

Cover with lid to dish or plastic

Cover with lid to dish or plastic wrap.

Cover with plastic lid to plate or leave plastic covering in

If tray has foil cover, replace with plastic wrap.

tray has foil cover, replace with

plastic wrap.

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Food

Casseroles

Pre-cooked ingredients in sauce, such as tuna noodle, turkey

franks and beans Uncooked

ingredients, such as scalloped potatoes, hamburger patty, stew

Meats, Poultry Seafood

Chicken pieces

(Up to 2ti lbs.)

Whole chicken

(Up to 3 lbs.)

Fish fillets (1 lb.)

Meat loaf (1X lbs.) Hamburger patties

(4) Sausage patties

(12 oz.) Pork chops

(4, 1/2 to 3/4-in. thick) Shrimp (up to 1 lb.)

Vegetables

Frozen,

block

Frozen,

pouch

Baking potatoes (4, 6 to 8 oz. each)

Cubed potatoes

(Up to 2 lbs.)

Fresh vegetables,

such as carrots,

sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, summer and winter squash, green beans

Fruit

Baked apples, /pears (4)

Auto Cook

Code

8 3

Container

1 k- to

casserole

with lid

casserole

with lid

2-qt. oblong glass baking dish

9x5 x3-in. loaf dish 8-in.

square dish

2-qt. oblong glass baking dish

with lid Pouch on microwave-

safe plate 8-in. square dish

2-qt. casserole with lid

1X- to 2-qt. casserole with lid

2-qt. casserole with lid

Time

20 to 30 min.

40 to 55 min.

8 to 24 min.

30 to 40 min.

min.

7 to

24 to 28 min.

7 to 9 min.

30 to 35 min.

4 to 7 min.

7 to 10 min.

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.

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 over.

Cover with plastic wrap.

Add amount of water recommended on package.

Cut slits in pouch as directed on package.

Pierce skin with fork. Arrange around sides of dish; cover with plastic wrap.

Add 1 to 1

Add signals, stir if necessary.

Add 2 tablespoons water per piece of fruit to dish.

cups water.

cup water. When oven

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GLOSSARY OF MICROWAVE TERMS

When adapting recipes for the microwave, it is best to start with a familiar recipe. Knowing how the food should look and taste will adapting recipes for microwaving. Foods that require browning or crisp, dry surfaces will cook better in regular ovens.

●

Moist foods,

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 1/2 to

1/3. 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

excess steam can escape.

Arranging Food in Oven. When baking in regular ovens, you position foods,

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.

such as vegetables, fruits, poultry and

such as cake layers or

when

1 corner so

Stirring. In range-top cooking, you stir foods

the bottom to heat them evenly. When microwaving,

you stir cooked portions from the outside to the center.

Foods that require constant stirring will need only

occasional stirring when microwaving. Turning Over. In range-top cooking, you turn over

foods, such as hamburgers, so both sides can directly contact the hot pan. When microwaving, turning is often needed during defrosting or when cooking certain foods, such as frozen hamburgers.

Standing Time. When you cook with

foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set. Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a

microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack.

Shielding. In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over-browning. When microwaving, you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs

on poultry, which would cook before larger parts. Arcing. Sparks caused by too much metal in the

microwave oven or metal touching the side of the oven or foil that is not molded to food.

Prick Foods to Release Pressure. Steam builds up pressure in foods that are tightly covered by a skin or membrane. Prick foods,

before regular oven cooking), egg yolks and chicken livers, to prevent bursting.

Rotating. Occasionally, repositioning a dish in the oven helps

turn the dish 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.

food cook more evenly. To rotate 1/2 turn,

the side that was to the back of the

such as potatoes (as you do

regular ovens,

up from

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 1 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,

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 so it heats evenly.

be covered or allowed to stand

such as

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.

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

temperatures at which you normally store the foods.

Quantity of Food.

amounts usually take less time than 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 1 dish at a time. Take

you are not using it.

both types of cooking, small

This can be controlled in

in our recipes are based on the

amounts.

the shelf out when

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HEATING OR

NOTE: Use Power Level High (10) unless otherwise noted.

1. Directions below are

stored in refrigerator or at room temperature. Use

microwave-safe cookware.

2. Cover most foods for fastest heating. Exceptions are some or bubbling around edges of dish does not necessarily mean sandwiches, griddle foods and baked items. food is heated throughout.

3. Bubbling around edges of dish is normal, since the center is the

to heat. Foods heated to

Item

heating or reheating already-cooked

will provide safe.

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

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

Amount

Power Level Time

Bakery Foods

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

Dinner rolls, muffins

Pie: fruit, nut or custard; (use minimum time for custard) 9 inch pie

slice=

inch pie

piece

12 rolls or doughnuts

6 to

1 slice

Low (3) 2 to 4 min.

Medium (5) Medium (5)

Meal-High (7)

l/2 to

min.

to l/2 min.

to 2 min.

1/2 to

min.

5 to 7 min.

Beverages

Cocoa,

other milk based drinks

Coffee, other water-based drinks

(6 oz. per cup)

to 2 cups

1 to 2 cups

Meal-High (7)

3 to 6 min.

to 3 min.

Meats and Main Dishes

Chicken

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-

Steaks, chops, ribs, meat pieces Thinly-sliced meat (3 to 4 oz. per serving) Topped or mixed with sauce

Tip: Cover saucy main dishes with plastic wrap. Cover other main dishes and meats with wax paper. When heating or

of meat slices or pieces, rotate dish

pieces

spaghetti, creamed chicken,

cup per serving)

I to 2 pieces

1 to 2 servings 2 to 3 min.

to 2

1 to 2 servings

to 2 servings

to 2 servings to 2 servings to 2 servings

2 to 3 min.

to 1 min.

to 3 min.

3 to 5 min.

2 to 4 min.

to 3 min.

3 to 5 min.

3 to 4 servings

Plate of Leftovers

Meat plus 2 vegetables

Tip: Cover plate of food with wax paper or plastic wrap.

Sandwiches

Meat-cheese filling: with 2 slices of bread Moist filling: Sloppy

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

Tip: Use paper towel or napkin to cover sandwiches.

barbecue, barn

soups

Water-based (6

Tip: Cover soups with wax paper or plastic wrap.

Vegetables

Large pieces or whole: asparagus spears, corn on the cob, etc.

Mashed ( Small pieces: peas, beans, corn, etc. (

Tip: Cover vegetables

per serving)

cup per serving)

most even heating.

1 plate

I to 2 servings I to 2 servings

I to 2 servings 1 to 2 servings

1 to 2 servings 1 to 2 servings I to 2 servings

3 to 4

Meal-High (7) 1 to 3 min.

(7)

Meal-High (7) 2 to 3 min.

I to 2 min.

to 3 min.

I to 2 min. 1 to 2 min. I to 2 min.

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1. Food packaged in paper or plastic may be defrosted without

unwrapping. in cooking dish for defrosting. Most food defrosts well Defrost (3). For more even defrosting of larger foods, such as beef, lamb and

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

Food

If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place food

using

roasts, use Warm (1).

pieces of foil.

Time

Breads, Cakes [Power Level: Defrost (3)]

Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece)

Sweet rolls

oz.)

min.

4 to 6 min.

Fish and Seafood [Power Level: Defrost

Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces 6 to

(1 lb.)

Fruit

[Power Level: Defrost (3)]

Plastic pouch—l to 2

package)

9 to 12 min.

min.

4 to 7

Meat [Power Level: Defrost (3)]

Bacon

Franks (

Ground meat (1

Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork 12 to

Steaks, chops and cutlets 6 to

lb.)

4 to 6 min. per lb. 4 to 6 min.

6 min.

min. per lb.

min. per lb. Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish. Turn over after first half

3. Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking.

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.

Comments

Rearrange after half of time.

of 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,

Turn meat over after first half of time. Use Power Level Warm (

of time and shield warm areas with foil. After second half of time, separate pieces with table knife. Let stand to complete defrosting.

break up after first half

complete defrosting.

Chicken, broiler-fryer,

Chicken, whole

to 3

hen

breast (4 to 6

to 22

24 to 28

min. per lb. Place unwrapped hen in oven breast-side-up. Turn over after first half

6 to IO 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 run cool water in cavity until giblets can be removed.

of time. Run cool water in cavity Place unwrapped breast in microwave-safe dish breast-side-down. After

first half of time, turn breast-side-up and Defrost for second to complete defrosting.

Shield warm areas with foil. To complete defrosting,

giblets can be removed.

warm areas with foil.

to 2 hours in refrigerator

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Vegetables

Amount

Asparagus

(frozen spears)

Beans

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

Beets

(fresh, whole)

Broccoli

(fresh cut) (fresh spears)

(frozen, chopped) (frozen spears)

Cabbage

(fresh) (wedges)

Carrots (fresh, sliced)

(frozen)

Cauliflower

(fresh, whole) (frozen)

Corn

(frozen kernel) 10-oz. package

Corn on the cob

(fresh)

(frozen)

Mixed, vegetables (frozen)

Peas

(fresh, shelled) (frozen)

Potatoes

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

Spinach

(fresh) (frozen, chopped

and

Squash

(fresh, summer and yellow) (winter, acorn

butternut)

10-oz. package

1 lb. cut in half

package

10-oz. package

1 bunch

I bunch ( I

bunch to I k Ibs.)

10-oz. package 1O-OZ. package

I medium head (about 2 Ibs. )

I lb.

1O-OZ. package

medium head

10-oz. package

to 5 ears

ear

2 to 6 ears

1O-OZ. package

2 Ibs. unshelled

package

4 potatoes (6 to 8

(6 to

10 to

each)

oz. each)

OZ.

package

lb. sliced

to 2 squash

(about 1

each)

to Ibs.)

Time

8 to

min.,

Meal-High (7)

to 8 min.

13 to

min. 7 to 9 min. 7 to 9 min.

20 to 25 min.

to 10 min.

10 to I

min.

6 to

min.

6 to 8 min.

9 to

min.

8 to

min.

7 to 9 min. 6 to 8 min.

10 to 14 min. 10 to 17 min.

6 to 8 min.

5 to 8 min.

4 to 5 min. per ear

6 to 7 min.

to 4 min. per ear

5 to 8 min.

10 to

2 min.

5 to 8 min.

12 to 14 min.

to 5 min.

6 to 8 min. 6 to 8 min.

5 to 7 min. 8 to

I min.

In I

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

In 1 In 1 -qt. casserole, In I-qt. casserole, place

casserole, place

2 tablespoons water.

cup water.

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

In 2-qt. casserole,

cup water.

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

or 2-qt. casserole, place

In 1 In 2-or

In I

casserole, place

casserole, place l/4 cup water.

tablespoons water.

cup water.

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

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

cup water.

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

In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place corn. If corn is in husk, use no water; if

l/4 cup water. Rearrange after half of Place in 2-qt, oblong glass baking dish. Cover

vented plastic wrap. Rearrange after

half of time,

In I-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.

-qt. casserole, place l/4 cup water.

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

Peel

and cut into

1 inch cubes. Place in 2-qt.

casserole with I/2 cup water. Stir after half of time. Pierce with cooking fork. Place on paper towel on oven

inch apart in circular arrangement.

Let stand 5 minutes.

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

-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.

casserole, place

cup 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.

n m

■

m m m

m m

■

m m

■

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TO USE OF THE OVEN 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 metal shelf on floor

of oven. Product damage may result.

● Use pot holders when handling metal shelf

and cookware. They may be hot.

● Do not store microwave browning dish on

metal shelf.

● Use of shelf with the Auto Cook, Auto Reheat

or Popcorn program is not recommended.

positioning the 2-Position Shelf

(on models so equipped)

position the 2-position shelf, tip

the back slightly and fit the shelf support guides onto the support at the same time, turn the oven

guides located on each side of the off. Make sure the shelf is not oven in the rear.

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 be or side

fit snugly in place,

not touch the back

of the oven.

The wire shelf is specifically designed for added

capacity heating and reheating in your microwave

oven. Now more than 1 food may be heated or reheated and ready to serve at the same time.

Batters and dough foods and also uncooked foods

which need to be prepared from scratch

cooked without the oven shelf. NOTE: Your

of oven shelves.

If arcing occurs when using the

touching oven

arcing,

To ~revent

the shelf-when

you are not using it.

positioning the l-Position Shelf

To position the l-position shelf,

tip the back slightly and fit the shelf support guides onto the support guides located on each side of the oven in the rear.

(on models

equipped)

Ill

Next, lower the front until the shelf support guides fit onto the support guides located at each side of the

oven in the front.

If arcing occurs when

shelf

more than 1

the

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.

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How to Reheat Several Different

When heating several different types of food together, foods which should be served hot must be placed on the oven floor, while foods which need only to be

warmed should be because microwave energy enters the oven from the bottom only. Also, it is important to remember that heating, such 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 1 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

To determine

together. After half (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.

on the shelf. This is

times, add times for all foods

of Foods Together

Place on the floor larger

or more dense foods, which need the most

as leftover fried chicken, casseroles of

canned or leftover vegetables, rice or pasta. Place on the oven shelf those 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

O).

accessory or prepackaged popcorn labeled for

use in microwave ovens.

NOTE:

Appearance

of shelf may

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NOTE: Use of the metal shelf with the Popcorn program is NOT recommended.

START

Step 4: Touch START. The popcorn sensor automatically calculates the cooking time.

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 package instructions. Close oven door.

Step 3: Touch POPCORN pad.

COOK 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 Popcorn 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.

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

time is being provided.

20 seconds more cooking

If your favorite popcorn is overcooked, there is another adjustment you can make.

Touch the POPCORN pad and then touch

number pad 1. The

word “POP” will appear on the display with a minus sign beside

it. The minus sign indicates 20 seconds less cooking time is being provided.

Questions and Answers

Q. I opened the door to check on the popcorn and

“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.

Q. Can I use regular popcorn with the Popcorn

feature in my microwave oven?

No. This automatic function is designed to be used

only with prepackaged microwave popcorn.

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How to Clean the Inside

Keep your oven clean and sweet- Don’t use sharp-edged utensils

smelling. 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.

on your oven. The inside and outside oven walls can be scratched.

BE CERTAIN POWER IS OFF BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF THIS OVEN.

Walls and floor. Some spatters can be removed

with a paper towel, others may require a damp cloth. Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse with a damp oven walls. NEVER USE A COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANER ON ANY PART OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN.

Door (inside). Window: Wipe up spatters daily and wash when soiled with a damp cloth. Rinse thoroughly and dry.

Metal and plastic parts on door: Wipe frequently

with a damp cloth to remove all ABRASIVES, SUCH AS CLEANING POWDERS OR STEEL AND PLASTIC PADS. THEY WILL

DAMAGE THE SURFACE. 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

Do not use abrasive cleaners on

DO NOT USE

brand cleanser.

How to Clean the Outside

After using Bon

following instructions on can. Do not use Bon as the walls. It may scratch the paint.

Automatic Temperature Probe. Probe is sturdy, but 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.

Shelf. Your shelf accessory is 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. Do not clean in a self-cleaning oven.

brand cleanser on the painted surfaces such

brand cleanser, rinse and dry

Case. Clean the outside of your oven with soap and damp cloth, rinse with a damp cloth and then dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth. Chrome trim is best wiped with a damp cloth and then with a dry towel.

Control Panel. Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the panel—they can damage it.

Door Surface. When cleaning surfaces of door and

oven that come together on closing the door, use only

non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a

sponge or soft cloth.

Power Cord. If the cord becomes soiled, unplug and

wash with a damp cloth. For stubborn

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

spots, sudsy

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LIGHT BULB

Cooktop

To replace

combination light, first

disconnect power at main fuse or

circuit breaker panel or pull plug.

With smoke and spatter shield (on model so equipped) in the OUT position, remove screw on right side of light compartment cover and lower cover until it stops.

Light

REMOVE-SCREW

Oven Light

Be sure bulbs to be replaced are cool before removing. Break the adhesive seal by gently unscrewing the bulbs. Replace with 40-watt incandescent bulbs

High intensity 40-watt bulbs (40S 11 N/l ), which are available in supermarkets and hardware stores, may also be used for replacements. Raise light compartment cover and replace screw. Connect

electrical power to microwave oven.

To replace your oven light, first disconnect power at main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull plug.

Remove the top grill by

taking out the 2 screws that hold

it in place.

METAL COOKTOP METAL FILTER

SMOKE & SPATTER SHIELD (On model so equipped)

LIGHT

FILTER

Next, remove the single screw

located above door near center of oven that secures light housing. Replace burned-out bulb with a 30-watt incandescent bulb

your GE supplier.

THE EXHAUST

The exhaust hood feature on your microwave oven is equipped with 2 up through the filters and is then discharged through the provided venting to the outside.

filters which collect grease. When the fan is operated, air is drawn

Clean

off the grease and dust on hood surfaces often. Use a solution of warm water and detergent. About

1 tablespoon of ammonia maybe added to the water. Take care not to touch the filters and enamel surfaces with this solution; ammonia will darken metal. Wash the smoke and spatter shield (on equipped) with a solution of warm

water and detergent.

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Reusable Grease Filters

The grease filters should be cleaned at least once a month.

the microwave without the filters in place. In situations where flaming might occur on surfaces below hood, filters will stop the entry of flames into the unit.

To Remove Grease Filter

—

Charcoal Filter Kit

There is a Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit available for models that are not vented to the outside. (The filter kit cannot be used on the model

To remove grease filter,

grasp the “finger ring” on the filter and slide to the rear. Then pull filter

front. The filter drop out.

(for some models)

72 K.)

Never operate

To Clean and Replace Grease Filter

To clean grease filter, soak it and then agitate filter

in solution of 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 remove moisture before replacing.

To replace grease filter,

slot on the back of the opening. Pull filter upward and to the front to lock into

Filter Kit model JX-81 A can be ordered from your GE supplier. Ask for part

the filter in the frame

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. 1)

WARNING–improper

use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.

Fig. 1

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.

~STRUCTIONS

Where a standard 2-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with

a properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle.

Ensure proper ground exists before use

Do not under any circumstance 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.

Page 36

QUESTIONS?

USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER

PROBLEM

OVEN

NOT

COME ON

CONTROL PANEL LIGHTED, YET OVEN

START

ON DISPLAY “Error”

ON DISPLAY

POSSIBLE CAUSE

●

A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or

reset circuit breaker.

Unplug your microwave oven, then plug it back in.

●

Make sure 3-prong plug on oven is fully inserted into wall receptacle.

●

Door not securely closed.

●

START pad must be touched after entering cooking selection,

Another selection entered already in oven and

pad not touched to

cancel it.

Make sure you have entered cooking time after touching TIME COOK I & II pad.

●

pad was touched

Reset cooking program and touch

START pad.

●

Make sure you have entered a

●

Make sure you have entered a code number

after touching

touching AUTO ROAST or AUTO

pad.

●

Probe has been forgotten or not seated properly in oven wall when using

or Auto Roast function.

●

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 4 minutes and 10 seconds after start of

time.

Popcorn program.

FLOOR OF THE OVEN IS WARM, EVEN

The

is on, the heat it produces makes the oven floor get warm. This is

lamp is located directly below the oven floor. When the lamp

WHEN THE HAS NOT BEEN USED

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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The Problem Solver

Page 38

NOTES

Page 39

We’ll Be There

With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that

information or assistance from GE,

In-Home Repair Service

GE 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

repairs can be handled in just 1 visit.

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

a.m. to

p.m. weekdays,

your appliance inside and out–so most

a.m. to

p.m. Saturdays).

ever need

Customers With Special Needs...

Upon request, GE will provide Braille controls for a variety appliances, and a brochure to call assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. To obtain these items, free of charge,

Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a

information

service.

Service Contracts

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.

80&62&2002

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

User maintenance cover procedures intended to be performed by any user. Other servicing service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

contained in this

be referred to

Page 40

YOUR GE MICROWAVE OVEN

WARRANTY

Staple sales slip or cancelled check

here. Proof of original purchase date

is needed to

under warranty.

WHAT IS COVERED

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

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

purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your

home to repair or replace any part of the microwave oven that fails because of a manufacturing defect.

LIMITED ADDITIONAL NINE-YEAR WARRANTY

For the second through tenth

year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, a

replacement

magnetron

if the magnetron tube fails because of a manufacturing defect. You pay for

the service trip to your home and service labor charges.

●

Service trips to your home to teach

you how to use the product.

Read your Use and Care

material.

If you then have any questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free:

GE Answer Center

800.626.2000

consumer information 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.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to

ship the product to the

or for the service technician’s travel costs to your

All warranty

by our

by our authorized Customer servicers during normal working hours.

home.

will be provided

Factory

shop

Centers or

Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).

●

Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

●

Failure of the product if it is used for

other than its intended purpose or used commercially.

●

Damage to product caused by

accident, fire, floods or acts of God. WARRANTOR IS NOT

RESPONSIBLE FOR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Pub.

2-93

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

To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

from state to state.

Warrantor: General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

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

49-8425

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