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SAFETY INFORMATION ..................... 3
OWNER’S MANUAL
USING THE OVEN
Features .............................................................. 7
Controls ............................................................... 8
Time and Auto Microwave Features ............ 10
Sensor Microwave Features ........................... 13
Other Features .................................................. 17
Microwave Terms .............................................. 18
CARE AND CLEANING
Inside ................................................................... 19
Outside ................................................................ 19
TROUBLESHOOTING .........................20
WARRANTY ..............................................21
CONSUMER SUPPORT ......................22
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WARNING
exposure to excessive microwave energy:
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
■ Read all instructions before using this appliance.
■ Read and follow the specic precautions in the
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY section on
page 6.
■ Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This oven is
specically designed to heat, dry or cook food, and is
not intended for laboratory or industrial use.
■ This microwave must only be serviced by qualied
service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
INSTALLATION
■ Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with
the provided installation instructions.
■ This appliance must be grounded. Connect only
to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 5.
■ This microwave oven is UL listed for installation over
both gas and electric ranges.
■ This unit is suitable for use above gas or electric
cooking equipment, 36” or less wide.
■ 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.
■ Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
■ Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or
counter
■ Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
■ Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
■ Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this
product near water—for example, in a wet basement,
near a swimming pool, near a sink or in similar
locations.
■ Do not mount this appliance over a sink.
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, re, injury to persons, or
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE IN THE CAVITY:
■ Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance
when paper, plastic or other combustible materials
are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
■ Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper
or plastic containers before placing them in the oven.
■ Do not store any materials, other than our
recommended accessories, in this oven when not in
use. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils
or food in the cavity when not in use. Microwave rack
should be removed from oven when not in use.
■ If materials inside the oven ignite, keep the oven door
closed, turn the oven off and disconnect the power
cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker
panel.
■ Do not operate the microwave feature without food in
the oven.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS:
■ Be careful when opening containers of hot food. Use
pot holders and direct steam away from face and
hands.
■ Vent, pierce, or slit containers, pouches, or plastic
bags to prevent build-up of pressure.
■ Be careful when touching the turntable, door, racks, or
walls of the oven which may become hot during use.
■ Liquids and certain foods heated in the microwave
oven can present a risk of burn when removing
them from the microwave. The potential for a burn is
greater in young children, who should not be allowed
to remove hot items from the microwave.
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WARNING
OPERATING AND CLEANING
■ As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary
when used by children.
■ Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave
oven surface when the microwave oven is in
operation.
■ Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should
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not be inserted in a microwave/convection oven as
they may create a re or risk of electric shock.
■ Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can
burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a
risk of electric shock.
■ Do not use paper products in oven when appliance is
operating in any cooking mode except microwave.
■ Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
containers—for example, closed jars—are able to
explode and should not be heated in this microwave
oven.
■ Do not cover any part of the microwave with metal
foil. This will cause overheating of the microwave
oven.
■ Cook meat and poultry thoroughly— meat to at least
an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F, and poultry to
at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F. Cooking
to these temperatures usually protects against
foodborne illness.
■ Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven
is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles,
cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups,
pottery or china dinnerware which does not have
metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be
used.in compliance with cookware manufacturers’
recommendations.
Continued
■ It is important to keep the area clean where the
door seals against the microwave. Use only mild,
nonabrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge
or soft cloth. Rinse well.
SUPER HEATED WATER
■ Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea, are able to
be overheated beyond the boiling point without
appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling
when the container is removed from the microwave
oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT
IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER
WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A
SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO
THE LIQUID.
■ To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
- Do not overheat the liquid.
- Stir the liquid both before and halfway through
heating it.
- Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow
necks.
- After heating, allow the container to stand in the
microwave oven for a short time before removing
the container.
- Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other
utensil into the container.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
— Plug microwave into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
— Do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter.
— Do not use an extension cord.
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 outlet that is properly installed and
grounded.
To prevent risk of electric shock, follow these instructions:
VENT FAN
The fan will operate automatically under certain
conditions. Take care to prevent the starting and
spreading of accidental cooking res 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
lters.
■ In the event of a grease re on the surface units
below the microwave oven, smother a aming pan on
the surface unit by covering the pan completely with
a lid, a cookie sheet or a at tray.
■ Use care when cleaning the vent fan lters. Corrosive
cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners,
may damage the lters.
Consult a qualied electrician or service technician
if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
A short power-supply is provided to reduce the risks
resulting from becoming entangled or tripping over
a longer cord. Do not use an extension cord with
this appliance. If the power cord is too short, have a
qualied electrician or service technician install an
outlet near the appliance.
■ When preparing aming foods under the microwave,
turn the fan on.
■ 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 adequate
sized cookware and use high heat on surface units
only when necessary.
PACEMAKERS
Most pacemakers are shielded from interference from electronic products, including microwaves. However,
patients with pacemakers may wish to consult their physicians if they have concerns.
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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the
door open since open-door operation can result
in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is
important not to defeat or tamper with the safety
interlocks.
(b) Do Not Place any object between the oven front
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face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue
to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged.
It is particularly important that the oven door close
properly and that there is no damage to the:
(1) door (bent),
(2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by
anyone except properly qualied service personnel.
Contact nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
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Features
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
USING YOUR OVEN: Features
1 Door Handle. Pull to open the door. The door must be
securely latched for the microwave to operate.
2 Door Latches.
3 Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to
be viewed while keeping microwaves conned in the
oven.
4 Charcoal Filter Door. Push down two button to open
the door. You can change charcoal lter easily.
5 Control Panel and Selector Dial.
6 Cooktop Light.
7 Grease Filter.
8 Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must
be in place when using the oven. The turntable may
be removed for cleaning.
9 Rating Plate.
10 Deector. Provides robustness from cooktop heat.
Do not remove.
NOTE: Oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the
inside walls of the microwave oven.
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Controls
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
Microwave Cooking Time and Auto Features
Press Turn and push dial to enter
Cook Time Amount of cooking time
Press once (Cook Time I) to
microwave any time between
15 seconds and 99 minutes.
Press twice (Cook Time II)
to change power levels
automatically during cooking.
Power Level Power level 1–10
Add 30 sec. Starts immediately!
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Defrost Weight/Time
Press once (Weight Defrost) Food weight up to six pounds
Press twice (Timed Defrost) Amount of defrosting time
Beverage Starts immediately!
Sensor Features
Press
Steam Cook/Food Typ Food Type
Popcorn Starts immediately!
Cook Food Type
Reheat Food Type
Pizza Food Type
Potato Food Type
Meat Food Type
Veggies Food Type
Butter Food Type
Turn and push
dial to enter
Option
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BASIC CONTROLS
Learn about your microwave oven.
CAUTION
• To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not operation the microwave oven empty.
• To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not use stoneware, aluminum foil, metal
utensils, or mental trimmed utensils in the microwave oven.
Function description:
¾ When the oven rst plugged in, the display will show “12:00” and “:” ashing.
¾ When cooking setting is interrupted for 1 minute, the system will back to the standby mode
automatically.
¾ During cooking, if press Stop/Cancel pad once or open the door, the program will be paused,close
the door, then press Start/Add 30Sec pad to resume, but if press Stop/Cancel padtwice, the
program will be canceled.
¾ After ending cooking, “END” will display and the system will sound beeps to remind user everytwo
minutes until user press Stop/Cancel pad or open the door.
¾ SIGNALS DURING OVEN SETTINGS
¾ ONE SIGNAL: Oven accepts the entry.
¾ TWO SIGNALS: Oven does not accept the entry, please check and try again.
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Setting the Clock
This is a 12 or 24 hour clock. In standby mode, press Clock pad once to choose 12 hour clock and if
you want to choose 24 hour clock, press Clock pad again
Example: Suppose you want to set the clock for 8:08 am.
1. In standby mode, press Clock pad once or twice.
2. Press number pads 8, 0 and 8, the display will show”08:08”.
3. Press Start/Add 30Sec to conrm
NOTE:
• During cooking, you can press Clock pad to check the clock.
• “00:00” will display and two beeps will sound to remind user to resume load the time, if you enter time is
beyond the scope of clock when you set the clock.
Setting Microwave cooking program
For microwave cooking, cooking power level and time should be set. The longest cooking time you can set is 99
minutes and 99 seconds. Press Power Level pad once and then press number pads to choose cooking power
level.
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Use number pad to choose cooking power level
Number pad Percent (Name) Number pad Percent (Name)
1,0
9
8
7 70% (Medium High) 1 10% (Warm)
6 60% (Simmer) 0 0% (No Power)
5 50% (Medium)
For example, suppose you want to cook at 80% power level for 10 minutes.
1. In standby mode, press Time Cook pad once.
2. Use the number pads to enter cooking time.
3. Press Power Level pad once, and then use the number pad “8” to select 80% power level.
4. Press Start/Add 30Sec pad to conrm.
NOTE: During cooking you can press Power level pad to check the power level, and you can adjust the pow-
er level by pressing number pads when the display shows the power level.
100% (High) 4 40% (Medium Low)
90% (Sauté) 3 30% (Defrost)
80% (Reheat) 2 20% (Low)
Multi stage cooking
For best results, some recipes call for different cook power during different stages of a cook cycle. You can
program your oven to switch from one power to another for up to 2 stages.
For example, suppose you want to set the following cooking program.
Microwave cooking
Microwave cooking
1. In standby mode, input the rst Microwave cooking. Do not press Start/Add 30Sec pad
2. Press Time Cook pad once, and then input the second Microwave cooking.
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3. Press Start/Add 30Sec to start.
NOTE: Auto menu, defrost and Kids meals cannot set in multi stage cooking program.
Light Control
This feature is designed for the convenience of doing things outside the oven. To turn on the light at the bottom of the oven, press Light On/Off pad:
Press Light On/Off button Working Mode
Once On
Twice Off
Vent Fan Control
Your oven can be used as a range hood. When it is turned on, the fan motor starts ltering out smoke, odors,
and grease generated from cooking.
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In standby mode, the vent fan is manual control, press Vent/2 Speed pad to select the vent speed by manual:
Press Vent/2 Speed button Working Mode Display
Once Low wind Vent .L
Twice High Wind Vent .H
3 times Turn off Put Out
NOTE: When cooking is started, the vent fan automatically works into a low wind gear. After cooking the fan
auto stop working. If user switched the fan to high speed by manual, the vent fan will work at high speed for 12
minutes and work at low speed for 8 minutes and then switch to high speed until nish cooking. When the microwave cooking is nished, the vent motor has been working, only press Vent/2 Speed pad to closed it.
SPECIAL FEATURES
Auto cook menu
For foods such as Butter, Cheese, Ice cream and so on, it is not necessary to program the time and the cooking
power. It is sufcient to indicate the type of food that you want to cook as well as the weight of this food.
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Î Butter, Cheese or Ice cream
1. Press the food (Butter, Cheese or Ice cream) pad once.
2. Use number pad “1” or “2” to select the amount of food (according to the amount in the tablebelow).
3. Press Start/Add 30Sec pad to conrm.
Food Weight or amount Press number pad
Butter
Cheese
Ice cream
Î Pizza, Potato, Meat, Reheat and Veggies
1. Press the food pad desired (Pizza, Potato, Meat, Reheat or Veggies).
2. Use number pad (0 - 9) to enter food weight.
3. Press Start/Add 30Sec pad to start cooking.
Food Weight ranges
Pizza 10 oz.-28 oz.
1(4 oz.) 1
2(8 oz.) 2
1(4 oz.) 1
2(8 oz.) 2
1 1
2 2
Potato 1 oz.-48 oz.
Meat 1 oz.-32 oz.
Reheat 1 oz.-37oz.
Veggies 1 oz.-48oz.
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Example, you want to cook 10 oz meat.
1. Place meat into the oven and close the door.
2. Press Meat pad once.
3. Press number pad enter weight.
4. Press Start/Add 30Sec pad to start cooking.
Î Popcorn
Popcorn lets you pop commercially packaged microwave popcorn. For example you want to cook a 3.5 oz
bag of microwave popcorn.
1. Place the food into the oven and close the door.
2. Press Popcorn pad once.
3. Press Start/Add 30Sec pad, the system start to cook immediately.
NOTE: Popcorn automatically sets the cooking time for a 3.5 oz. bag of microwave popcorn.
Î Beverage
For example, you want to reheat two cups of coffee.
1. Place two cups of coffee into the oven and close the door.
2. Press Beverage pad once, the display will display “1”.
3. Press number pad “2” to choose two cups.
4. Press Start/Add 30Sec pad to start cooking.
NOTE: For beverage, you can choose the amount by pressing number pad 1 to 6, and the display will
show number of servings instead of weight. After heating, the beverage may be very hot. Remove the
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container with care.
Kids Meals
Using Kids Meals lets you heat common microwave-prepared foods without needing to program times and
cook power.
For Hot dogs or Frozen sandwiches:
1. Press the Kids Meals pad once.
2. Press number pad “2 or 4” to choose Hot dogs or Frozen sandwiches.
3. Press Start/Add 30Sec to conrm your choose.
4. Press Start/Add 30Sec pad to start cooking.
For Chicken nuggets or Fresh fries:
1. Press the Kids Meals pad once.
2. Press number pad “1 or 3” to choose Chicken nuggets or Fresh fries.
3. Press Start/Add 30Sec to conrm your choice. The display will show”4” and “START”.
4. Press number pad “1 or 2” to choose the food weight (1 for 4 oz, 2 for 8 oz).
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5. Press Start/Add 30Sec pad to start cooking.
KIDS MEALS
Category
Chicken nuggets 1
Hot dogs 2 1 serving PL-6
Fresh fries 3
Frozen Sandwiches 4 1 serving PL-8
Weight Defrost
The oven allows you to defrost food based on the weight entered by user. The defrosting time and power
level are automatically set once the food category and the weight are programmed. The frozen food weight
ranges is 1-96 oz.
Suppose you want to defrost ground meat (15 oz.).
1. Press Weight Defrost pad once.
2. Press number pad enter weight.
3. Press Start/Add 30Sec pad to conrm.
Press number
pad
Weight Power level
4 oz
8 oz
4 oz
8 oz
PL-6
PL-6
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NOTE:
• During defrost, the oven will pause and sound beep to remind user to turn the food over, after that,
press Start/Add 30Sec pad to resume.
• Use small smooth strips of aluminum foil to cover edges and thinner sections of the food.
1Lb Defrost
This feature allows you to defrost food quickly.
In standby, press 1Lb Defrost pad once, the system start defrosting automatically.
NOTE:
• During defrost, the oven will pause and sound beep to remind user to turn the food over, after that,
press Start/Add 30Sec pad to resume.
• Use small smooth strips of aluminum foil to cover edges and thinner sections of the food.
Time Defrost
If the food weight is exceed the maximum weight recommended, you need to use time defrost.
Suppose you want to defrost ground meat (12:34).
1. Press Time Defrost pad once, “00:00”and“DEF.” will display.
2. Enter defrosting time by pressing the number pad 1, 2, 3, 4.
3. Press Start/Add 30Sec pad to conrm.
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NOTE:
• During defrost, the oven will pause and sound beep to remind user to turn the food over, after that, press
Start/Add 30Sec pad to resume.
• Please remember to place the food on a microwave-safe dish not in a plastic container
OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES
Add 30Sec
In standby mode, simply press the Start/Add 30Sec pad repeatedly to set cook time and the oven will start
cooking immediately at 100% power level. The longest cooking time you can enter is 99 minutes and 99 sec-
onds.
NOTE: You can also extend cooking time (except auto cook and 1Lb defrost) by pressing the Start/Add
30Sec during cooking (each press for 30 seconds up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds).
Setting the Timer
Suppose you want to cooking food 3 minutes later.
1. In standby mode or cooking process, press Timer pad once.
2. Use the number pads to enter time.
3. Press Start/Add 30Sec pad.
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NOTE:
• The longest time you can set is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
• Once you have set the timer function, in either cooking or standby mode, you can check the countdown by
press Timer pad and you can press Stop/Cancel to cancel the timer function when the display shows timer
time.
Eco Mode
To set: In standby mode, press Eco Mode pad once to enter the power mode. At this point, the display is closed,
press any key, return to standby status, the display will normal show, but the oven did not exit power mode. If
there is not any operation within 1 minute, the system automatically enters the power saving mode.
To cancel: After set eco mode, in standby mode, presses Eco Mode pad once, the oven drop out power saving
mode. At this moment, oven cannot enter power save mode if there are not any operations within 1 minute.
Child Lock
The child lock prevents unsupervised operation by children and this program only works in standby mode
To set, in standby mode, press and hold Stop/Cancel for 3 seconds. LOCK is indicated on the display.
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To cancel, press and hold Stop/Cancel for 3 seconds. LOCK indication disappears.
CLEAR AND CARE
Exterior
The outside surface is pre-coated steel and plastic. Clean the outside with mild soap and water; rinse and dry with
a soft cloth. Do not use any type of household or abrasive cleaner.
Door
Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters. Metal parts will be easier to
maintain if wiped frequently with a damp cloth. Avoid the use of spray and other harsh cleaners as they may stain,
streak or dull the door surface.
Control Panel
Care should be taken in cleaning the press control panel. If the control panel becomes soiled, open the oven door
before cleaning. Wipe the panel with a cloth dampened slightly with water only. Dry with a soft cloth. Do not scrub
or use any sort of chemical cleaners. Close door and press STOP/CANCEL.
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Interior
Cleaning is easy because little heat is generated to the interior surfaces; therefore, there is no baking and setting
of spills or spattering. To clean the interior surfaces, wipe with a soft cloth and warm water. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE OR HARSH CLEANERS OR SCOURING PADS. For heavier soil, use baking soda or a mild soap; rinse
thoroughly with hot water.
Waveguide Cover
The waveguide cover is located on the ceiling in the oven cavity. It is made from mica so requires special care.
Keep the waveguide cover clean to assure good oven performance. Carefully wipe with a damp cloth any food
spatters from the surface of the cover immediately after they occur. Built-up splashes may overheat and cause
smoke or possibly catch re. DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER.
Odor Removal
Occasionally, a cooking odor may remain in the oven. To remove, combine 1 cup water, grated peel and juice of
1 lemon and several whole cloves in a 2-cup glass measuring cup. Boil for several minutes using 100% power.
Allow to set in oven until cool. Wipe interior with a soft cloth.
Turntable/Turntable Support
The turntable and turntable support can be removed for easy cleaning. Wash them in mild, sudsy water; for stubborn stains use a mild cleanser and non-abrasive scouring sponge as described above. They are also dishwasher-proof. Use upper rack of dishwasher. The turntable motor shaft is not sealed, so excess water or spills should
be wiped up immediately.
Grease Filters
Filters should be cleaned at least once a month. Never operate the fan or oven without the lters in place.
Pull down slightly on the tab toward the front of the oven and remove the lter. Repeat for the other lter.
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Soak the lter in a sink or dish pan lled with hot water and detergent. DO NOT use ammonia or other alkali; they will
react with the lter material and darken it.
Agitate and scrub with a brush to remove embedded dirt.
Rinse thoroughly and shake dry.
Replace by tting the lter back into the opening.
Grease Filter
Light
To replace light bulbs, rst disconnect power to the oven at the circuit breaker panel or by unplugging.
To release cover, remove the screw on the light cover. (See illustration.)
DO NOT USE A BULB LARGER THAN 30 WATTS.
Close light cover and secure with screw removed in step 2.
CAUTION: Light cover may become very hot. Do not press glass when light is on.
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Screw
Light Cover Light Bulb
Charcoal Filter
Charcoal lter is used for nonvented, recirculated installation. The lter should be changed every 6 to 12 months
depending on use.
• Disconnect power to the oven at the circuit breaker panel or by unplugging.
• Remove the louver mounting screw from the top center of the louver and push down carefully on the tab at each
end of the louver to disengage it. (See illustration.)
• Pull the louver away from the unit.
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• Change the charcoal lter.
• Carefully push the louver back into place and replace the screw remove in step 2.
Louver Screw
Charcoal Filter
Louver
Light Cover Screw
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Oven Light
Remove the louver per instructions 1~3 above and charcoal lter, if used.
• Open light cover located behind lter mounting by carefully pulling up on the front edge.
Light Cover
Charcoal Filter
• DO NOT USE A BULB LARGER THAN 30 WATTS.
• Replace the oven light cover by carefully pushing into place. Replace the charcoal lter, if used. Push the louver
back into place and replace the louver mounting screw.
Light Cover Screw
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Microwave Terms
Term Denition
Arcing
Covering
Shielding
Standing Time
Venting
USING YOUR OVEN: Microwave Terms
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by:
■ metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
■ foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
■ metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
■ recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
■ plates or dishes with a metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen.
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 poultry, which would cook before larger parts.
When you cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to
nish cooking or to set. Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a
microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack.
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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Care and Cleaning
Helpful Hints
An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking
soda and water keeps the inside fresh.
Be certain the oven control is turned off before
cleaning any part of this oven.
How to Clean the Inside
CARE AND CLEANING
Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts
on the Door
Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel; others
may require a damp cloth. Remove greasy spatters with
a sudsy cloth, then rinse with a damp cloth. Do not use
abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls.
Never use a commercial oven
cleaner on any part of your
microwave.
How to Clean the Outside
We recommend against using cleaners with ammonia
or alcohol, as they can damage the appearance of
the microwave oven. If you choose to use a common
household cleaner, rst apply the cleaner directly to a
clean cloth, then wipe the soiled area.
Case
Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth.
Rinse and then dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp
cloth.
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 dishwasher. The
turntable and support can be
broken if dropped. Remember, do not operate the oven
in the microwave mode without the turntable and support
seated and in place.
Stainless Steel (on some models)
The stainless steel panel can be cleaned with Stainless
Steel Magic or a similar product using a clean, soft cloth.
Apply stainless cleaner carefully to avoid the surrounding
plastic parts. Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleach or
products containing chlorine on Stainless Steel nishes.
Plastic Color Panels
Use a clean, soft, lightly dampened cloth, then dry
thoroughly.
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. Some paper towels can also scratch the
control panel.
Door Panel
Before cleaning the front door panel, make sure you know
what type of panel you have. Refer to the eighth digit of
the model number. “S” is stainless steel, “L” is CleanSteel
and “B”, “W” or “C” are plastic colors.
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Door Seal
It’s important to keep the area clean where the door
seals against the microwave. Use only mild, nonabrasive
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 detergent.
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Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages rst and you may not need to call for service.
Problem Possible Cause What To Do
Oven will not start A fuse in your home may be
blown or the circuit breaker
tripped.
Power surge.
Plug not fully inserted into wall
outlet.
TROUBLESHOUTING
Floor of the oven is
warm even when the
oven has not been used
You hear an unusual
lowtone beep
Food amount too large
for Sensor Reheat
Door not securely closed.
Heat from the cooktop light may
make the oor get warm.
You have tried to change the
power level when it is not
allowed.
Sensor Reheat is for single
servings of recommended foods
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in.
Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully
inserted into wall outlet.
Open the door and close securely.
This is normal.
Many of the oven’s features are preset and
cannot be changed.
Use TIME COOK for large amounts of food
Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
■ Steam or vapor escaping from around the door.
■ Light reection around door or outer case.
■ Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at
power levels other than high.
■ Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (U.S.A.)
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency
energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in
strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions,
may cause interference to radio and television reception.
It has been type tested and found to comply with limits
for an ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference in a residential installation.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by tuning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following:
■ Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
■ Relocate the Microwave oven with respect to the
receiver.
■ Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
■ Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that
microwave oven and receiver are on different branch
circuits.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV
interference cause by unauthorized modication to this
microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to
correct such interference.
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GE Appliances Microwave Oven Warranty
GEAppliances.ca
All warranty service is provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To
schedule service online, visit us at www.geappliances.ca/en/support/service-request/, or call GE Appliances at
800.561.3344. Please have your serial number and your model number available when calling for service.
For the period of GE Appliances will replace
One year
From the date
of the original
purchase
What GE Appliances will not cover:
■ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
■ Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. If you
have an installation problem, contact your dealer or
installer. You are responsible for providing adequate
electrical, exhausting, and other connecting facilities.
■ Failure of the product or damage to the product if it is
abused, misused (for example, cavity arcing from wire
rack or metal/foil), or used for other than the intended
purpose or used commercially.
■ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
Any part of the oven which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this
limited one-year warranty, GE Appliances will also provide, free of charge, all labor and
related service costs to replace the defective part when the unit is serviced.
■ Damage to the product caused by accident, re,
oods or acts of God.
■ Incidental or consequential damage caused by
possible defects with this appliance.
■ Damage caused after delivery.
■ Product not accessible to provide required service.
■ Service to repair or replace light bulbs, except for LED
lamps.
■ Damage to the nish, such as surface rust, tarnish, or
small blemishes not reported within 48 hrs of delivery.
WARRANTY
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties,
including the implied warranties of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the
shortest period allowed by law.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home
use within Canada. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Appliances Authorized Servicer is not
available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE
Appliances Service location for service.
Some Provinces or Territtories do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This
warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know
what your legal rights are, consult your local Member of Parliament consumer affairs ofce.
Warrantor: MC Commercial Inc.
Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.
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Consumer Support
GE Appliances Website
Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day
of the year! You can also shop for more great GE Appliances products and take advantage of all our on-line support
services designed for your convenience. In Canada: GEAppliances.ca
Register Your Appliance
Register your new appliance on-line at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for enhanced
communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise. You may also mail in the
pre-printed registration card included in the packing material. In the US: GEAppliances.ca/en/support/ register-
your-appliance
CONSUMER SUPPORT
Schedule Service
Expert GE Appliances repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service
at your convenience any day of the year. In Canada: GEAppliances.ca/en/support/service-request or call
800.561.3344 during normal business hours.
Parts and Accessories
Individuals qualied to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA,
MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Contact your local authorized GE Appliances parts distributor for more
information or call us by phone at 800.561.3344 during normal business hours.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing
generally should be referred to qualied service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper
servicing may cause unsafe operation.
Contact Us
If you are not satised with the service you receive from GE Appliances, contact us on our Website with all the details
including your phone number, or write to:
In Canada: Director, Consumer Relations, MC Commercial Inc | Suite 310,1 Factory Lane | Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3
GEAppliances.ca/en/contact-us
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