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Safety Instructions ........ 2-9

Operating Instructions

Auto Features .................. 19

Microwave Terms .............. 26

Oven Features .............. 10-12

Other Features .............. 23-26

Power Levels ................... 13

Sensor Features ............. 20-22

Time Features ............... 14-18

Care and Cleaning ...... 27-29

Troubleshooting Tips ...... 3o

Things That Are Normal ........ 30

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ...... Back Cover

Warranty ...................... 31

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.
READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

,&WARNING!

Toreduce risk of burns, electric shock, fire, personal inJury or exposure to excessive microwave energy.

PRECAUTIONSTOAVOIDPOSSIBLEEXPOSURE

TOEXCESSIVEMICROWAVEENERGY

(a) Do NotAttempt 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 NotPlace 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 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 OvenShould Not be adjusted or repaired by

anyone except properly qualified servicepersonnel.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.

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

[] Read and follow the specific precautions in the

PRECAUTIONSTO AVOID POSSIBLEEXPOSURETOEXCESSIVE

MICROWAVE ENERGY section above.

[] This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly

grounded outlet. See the GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSsection
on page 8.

[] Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the

provided installation instructions.

[] Be certain to place the front surface of the door 3" or more

back from the countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping of
the appliance in normal usage.

[] This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
[] Do not mount this appliance over a sink.

[] Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power

cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped.

[] Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
[] Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in

this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this
appliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed to

heat, dry or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or
industrial use.

[] Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this

product near water-for example, in a wet basement, near a
swimming pool, near a sink or in similar locations.

[] Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
[] Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance when

it is in operation.

[] Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.
[] Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.

[] To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

-- Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when
paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed

inside the oven while cooking.

-- Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or
plastic containers before placing them in the oven.

-- Do not use the oven for storage purposes. Do not leave
paper products, cooking utensils or food in the 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. If the door is
opened, the fire may spread.

[] See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and

cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual. Do
not use cleaners with ammonia or alcohol on the microwave

oven. Ammonia and alcohol can damage the appearance of
the microwave.

[]

GEdoes not support any servicing of this microwave oven,
except as described by the Consumer Support sections of

this manual. Do not attempt to service the microwave oven
yourself. If service is desired, this appliance should be serviced

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

[]

As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when
used by children.

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A iPRECAUCION!

Pot su seguridacl, /a informacidn contenida en este manua/ debe seguirse para minimizar e/riesgo de incendio, exp/osidn,
descarga electHca, exposicidn a energia microondas.

PRECAUCIONES PAPA EVITAR POSIBLE EXPOSICIONA

UNA EXCESIVAENERG[A DE MICROONDAS.

Ca) No/ntente operar este horno con la puerta abierta ya Cc)

que esto podrfa resultar en una exposiciOn a energfu

microondas dar_ina. Es importante no cancelar ni
manipular de forma indebida los dispositivos de

seguridad.

Cb) No $itEle ningun objeto entre la parte frontal del homo

y la puerta ni permita que se acumule suciedad o (d)

residuos limpios en las gomas de cierre hermetico.

No Use elhomo si esta da_ado. Esespecialmente
importante que la puerta del homo se cierre

correctamente y que no se dar_e:
(1)la puerta (doblada),

(2)bisagras y pasadores (rotos o sueltos),
(3)sellos de la puerta y gomas de cierre hermetico.

El homo no deberia ajustarse ni repararse por nadie
que no sea personal de servicio adecuadamente

calificado.

INSTRUCCIONESIMPORTANTESDESEGURIDAD.

Use este electrodornestico so/o para su propdsito original, como se describe en el Manua/ de/ Propietario,

AI usar artefactos electricos se deberbn seguir /as precauciones bbsicas de seguridact, incluyendo Io siguiente:

m Lea y obedezca las precauciones especificas en la seccion

de PRECAUCIONESPARAEVITARPOSIBLEEXPOSICIONA UNA

ENERG[AEXCESIVADEMICROONDASde arriba.

m Esteelectrodomestico debe estar conectado a tierra. Conectelo

solo a una toma de corriente con toma de tierra. Vea la seccion
de INSTRUCCIONESDETOMA DETIERRAen la pagina 9.

m Instale o coloque este electrodomestico siguiendo solo las

Instrucciones de Instalacion provistas.

m Aseg@resede colocar la superficie frontal de la puerta 3" o mas

atrOs del extremo de la base, a fin de evitar cafdas accidentales
del electrodomestico durante un uso normal.

m Este homo microondas no esta aprobado ni evaluado para uso

naval.
m No monte el electrodomestico sobre un lavabo.
m No usar este electrodomestico si el cable de corriente o el

enchufe han sufrido alg@ndano, si no funciona correctamente

o si ha resultado danado o se ha caido.
m No bloquee ni cubra cualquier abertura del electrodomestico.
m De a este electrodomestico el uso para el cual fue

disenado Linicamente, como sedescribe en este manual.

No use productos quimicos corrosivos ni vapores en este

electrodomestico. Este homo microondas fue disenado

especificamente para calentar, secar o cocinar comida, y no

para uso industrial o en laboratorio.

I No use este producto cerca del agua; por ejemplo, en un

sotano humedo, cerca de una piscina, cerca de un lavabo o en

ubicaciones similares.

m No permita que el cable se sostenga sobre el extremo de la

mesada

m No guarde nada directamente sobre la superficie del homo

microondas cuando el mismo se encuentre funcionando

m No guarde este electrodomestico al aire libre.
m iVtantenga el cable de corriente alejado de superficies calientes.

m Para reducir el riesgo de incendio en la apertura del homo:

- Nococine demasiado la comida. Preste atenciOn cuidadosa
al electrodomestico cuando se coloca papel, plastico u otro

material combustible en el homo mientras se cocina.

- Quite las cintas de cierre con metal y las asas metOlicas de los

recipientes de papel o plastico antes de introducirlos en el homo.

- Noalmacene cosas en el homo. No deje productos de papel,

utensilios de cocinar ni comida en el homo mientras no Io este
usando.

- Si se incendiara algOn material dentro, m@ntenga la puerta
del homo cerrada, apague el homo y desconecte el cable de

corriente electrica, o apague la corriente en el fusible o panel del
diferencial. Si se abre la puerta el fuego podrfa expandirse.

m Lea las instrucciones de limpieza de la superficie de la puerta

en la seccion de Cuidado y limpieza del homo microondas de
este manual. No use limpiadores que contengan amoniacos

o alcohol en el homo microondas. Elamoniaco o el alcohol
pueden danar el aspecto del homo microondas.

m GEno respalda ningon servicio tecnico sobre este homo

microondas, excepto como se describe en las secciones de
Soporte al Consumidor de este manual. No intente reparar

el homo microondas usted mismo. Si es necesario reparar el
electrodomestico, entonces el servicio debera set realizado pot

una persona calificada del servicio tecnico. Comuniquese a una
sucursal autorizada del servicio tecnico para realizar cualquier

control, reparaciOn o ajuste.

m AI igual que con cualquier electrodomestico, se debera realizar

una supervision de cerca si es usado pot niflos.

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.
READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

,&WARNING!

IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.

[] Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn offthe

pad and touch electrical parts involving risk of electric shock.

[] This microwave oven is UL listed for installation over both gas

(less than 60,O00BTU) and electric ranges.

[] This over-the-range oven is designed for use over ranges no

wider than 36". It may be installed over both gas and electric
cooking equipment..

ARCING

/fyou see arcing, press the Cancel/Off pad and correct the problem.

Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is [] Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins or gold-rimmed dishes, in
caused by: the microwave.

[] Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. [] Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being
[] Foil not molded to food. used in the microwave.

[] Plates or dishes with metallic trim or glaze with a metallic

sheen.

FOODS

[] Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in a special

microwave popcorn accessory or unless you use popcorn
labeled for use in microwave ovens.

[] Some products such as whole eggs and sealedcontainers-for

example,closedjars-are able to explode and should not be
heated in this microwave oven. Suchuseof the microwave

oven could result in injury.

[] 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.

[] Operating the microwave with no food inside for more than a

minute or two may cause damage to the oven and could start
a fire. It increases the heat around the magnetron and can

shorten the life of the oven.

[] Foods with unbroken outer "skin" such as potatoes, hot dogs,

sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other giblets
and egg yolks should be pierced to allow steam to escape

during cooking.

[] Avoid heating baby food in glass jars, even

with the lid off. Make sure all infant food isthoroughly cooked.
Stir food to distribute the heat evenly. Be careful to prevent

scalding when warming formula. The container may feel cooler []
than the formula really is.Always test the formula before
feeding the baby. []

[] Don't defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked bottles

(especially carbonated beverages). Even if the container is
opened, pressure can build up. This can cause the container to

burst, possibly resulting in injury.

[] SUPERHEATEDWATER

Liquids, such as water, coff_.e 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. THISCOULD RESULT

IN VERYHOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE
CONTAINER ISDISTURBED ORA SPOON OR OTHER UTENSILIS

INSERTEDINTO THELIQUID.

To reducethe 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 container with narrow necks.

- After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave
oven for a short time before removing the container.

-- Useextreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil

into the container.

[]

Hot foods and steam can cause burns. Be careful when
opening any containers of hot food, including popcorn bags,

cooking pouches and boxes. To prevent possible injury, direct
steam away from hands and face.

Do not overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate and catch

fire, causing damage to your oven.

Cook meat and poultry thoroughly-meat to at least an
INTERNALtemperature of 160°F and poultry to at least
an INTERNALtemperature of 180°F. Cooking to these

temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness.

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INSTRUCCIONESIMPORTANTESDE SEGURIDAD

[] No limpie con almohadillas metalicas para fregar, Las piezas

podran quemar la almohadilla y tenet contacto con partes

electricas y producir riesgo de descargas electricas

[] Este homo de microondas esta listado pot UL para set

instalado sobre estufas electricas y degas (memos de 60,000
BTU).

FORMACION DE ARCO ELECTRICO

Si ve que se forman amos electricos, presione el boron Cancel/Off (borrar/_pagadoj y resue/va el prob/ema,

Arco el_.ctrico es Io que, en I_ terminologm de los microond_s,

describe I_s chisp_ssen el homo,

[] Hay un metal o papel de aluminio tocando el lateral del homo.
[] El papel de aluminio no esta envolviendo bien la comida.

[] Pl(]tos o I(] v(]jill(]s con bordes met(_licos o con un(] cop(] de

brillo metalico.

COMIDAS

[] Este horno puede instalarse encima de la cocina y esta

dise_ado para su uso sobre cocinas encimeras no mas
anchas de 36", Puede instalarse sobre equipos para cocinar

de gas o electricos,

[] Hay algun metal, como cintas de cierre con metal, pinchos de

polio, o platos con decoracion de oro dentro del microondas,

[] Se esta usando papel toalla reciclado que contienen peque_as

porciones de metal en
el microondas,

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[] No haga rosetas o palomitas de maiz en el microondas a no ser

que este usando un accesorio especial para prepararlas o que este
empleando rosetas o palomitas de maiz que indiquen set validas
para el uso de hornos microondas.

[] Algunos productos tales como huevos enteros y envases

sell(]dos - por ejemplo: t(]rros de vidrio cerr(]dos - pueden
explot(]r y por esto no se deben c(]lent(]r en el homo
microondas. Dicho uso del horno microondas podra producir

lesiones.

[] No hierva huevos dentro de un homo microondas. Segenerara

presi6n dentro de layema del huevo que causar6 que explote
pudiendo, posiblemente, danar a alguien.

[] Sisepone en marcha el microondas sin tener comida en su interior

pot mas de un minuto o dos podrian causarse danos al homo

y podria empezar un fuego. Esto hace aumentar la temperatura

alrededor del magnetron y puede reducir el periodo de vida util del
homo.

[] Las comidas cocinadas en liquidos (como la pasta)pueden tenet

cierta tendencia a hervir mas rapidamente que los alimentos
que contengan menos humedad. Siesto ocurre, revisela seccion
de Cuidado y limpieza del homo microondas donde encontrar4
instrucciones en cuanto a la limpieza del interior del microondas.

[] No caliente I(] comida del beb_ en jarras de cristal, incluso si est6n

destapadas. Asegurese de que los alimentos de los ninos esten bien
cocinados. Remueva la comida para distribuir el calor de forma
parej(].Teng(] cuid(]d(] de que el ni_(] no se queme (]1c(]lent(]r I(]
leche de formula. Elcontenedor puede parecer mas ffio de Ioque
realmente est4 la formula. Pruebesiempre la formula antes de

d4rsela al bebe.

[] No descongele bebidas congeladas en botellas de cuello estrecho

(especialmente bebidas carbonatadas). Incluso con el contenedor

abierto,podriagenerarseun aumentodepresion.Estopuedecausar
queelc(]ntened(]rexpl(]te,I(]cud p(]dri(]pr(]ducird(]_(]spersondes.

[] AGUASOBRECALENTADA

Liquidos,tales como agua, care,ot4 sepodrian sobrecalentar mas
alia de/punto deebullicion sin parecer queestenhirviendo. No siernpre

habr4 burbujas oevidencia de qued Iiquidoesta hirviendo cuando se
extrae elenvase con d Iiquido del microondas.ESTOPODR/ARESULTAR

EIVL/QUIDOSMUYCALIEIVTESDEREPENTECOMEIVZAIVDOA HERVIRY

AREBOSARSECUANDOELENVASEESMOVIDO0 S! UNACUCHARAU

OTROUTENSILIOSELEINTRODUCEAI L/QUIDO

Para reducir el riesgo de lesionespersonales:

- Nosobrec(]liente los liquidos.

- Muev(]el liquido t(]nto antes como (] medi(]dos del tiempo de
calentamiento.

- No useenv(]ses de I(]dos rectos con cuellos estrechos.

- Despu_sdel calent(]miento, permit(] queel envase permanezca en el
microondas pot un tiempo corto antes de remover el envase.

- Usecuidado extremo cuando inserte una cuchara u otto utensilio en
el envase.

[] Los alimentos calientes y el vapor pueden causar quemaduras.

Tenga cuidado al abrir cualquier contenedor con comida caliente,
incluso b(]ls(]sde r(]set(]s (] p(]l(]mit(]s de mdz, b(]ls(]s(] c(]j(]sde
cocinar. Para prevenir posiblesdanos personales, mantenga el vapor
(]lej(]d(] de sus m(]n(]s y r(]str(].

[] No cocine demasiado las papas. Podrian deshidratarse e incendiarse,

causando danes a su homo.

[]

Cocinelacamey elpoliopor completo-la came hastaquealcance
unatemperaturaminimaINTERIORde160°F,y elpoliohastauna
temperaturaINTERNAminimade180°F,Cuandosecocinana
estastemperaturasseevitalacontracciondeenfermedadespor

int(]xicaci6n.

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
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WARNING!

Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is
suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes,

measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware which
does not have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be

used. Some cookware is labeled "suitable for microwaving."
[] Ifyou are not sure if a dish is microwave-safe, use this test;

Place in the oven both the dish you are testing and a glass
measuring cup filled with ! cup of water-set the measuring

cup either in or next to the dish. Microwave
30-45 seconds at high. Ifthe dish heats, it should not be used

for microwaving.
If the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup heats,

then the dish is microwave-safe.

[] Ifyou use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it is

safe for use in microwave ovens.

[] Do not use recycled paper products. Recycled paper towels,

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

nylon filaments should be avoided, as they may also ignite.

[] Some foam trays (like those that meat is packaged on)

have a thin strip of metal embedded in the bottom. When
microwaved, the metal can burn the floor of the oven or ignite

a paper towel.

[] Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers.
[] Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens.

Check the package for proper use.

[] Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap can be used to

cover dishes in order to retain moisture and prevent spattering.
Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape.

[] Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from

the heated food. Pot holders may be needed to handle the
cookware.

[]

"Boilable" cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags
should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by package. If they

are not, plastic could burst during or immediately after cooking,

possibly resulting in injury. Also, plastic storage containers

should be at least partially uncovered because they form a
tight seal. When cooking with containers tightly covered with

plastic wrap, remove covering carefully and direct steam away

from hands and face.

[]

Use foil only as directed in this guide. TV dinners may be
microwaved in foil trays less than 3/4" high; remove the top

foil cover and return the tray to the box. When using foil in the

microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1"away from the sides

of the oven.

[]

Plasticcookware-Plastic cookware designedfor microwave

cooking is very useful,but should be usedcarefully. Even

microwave-safe plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking

conditions asare glass or ceramic materials and may soften
or char ifsubjected to short periods of overcooking. Inlonger
exposuresto overcooking, the food and cookware could ignite.

Follow these guidelines,"

1. Use microwave-safe plastics only and use them in

strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer's

recommendations.

2. Do not microwave empty containers.

3. Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without
complete supervision.

THEVENTFAN

The fan will operate automatically under certain conditions (see
Automatic Fan feature). Take care to prevent the starting and

spreading of accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is in use.
[] Clean the underside of the microwave often.

Do not allow grease to build up on the microwave or the fan

filters.

[] In the event of a grease fire on the surface units below the

microwave oven, smother a flaming
pan on the surface unit by covering the pan completely with a

lid, a cookie sheet or a flat tray.

[]

Use care when cleaning the vent fan filters. Corrosive cleaning
agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the

filters.

[]

When preparing flaming 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.

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Asegurese de que todos los utensilios de cocina que use en su
horno sean aptos para microondas. Pueden usarse la mayoria
de las cazuelas, platos para cocinar, tazas de medir, tazas de
flanes y botes de crist(]l, o los vajillas de porcelana que no tienen
decoraciones metalicas o barnices con brillo metalico. Algunos
utensilios tienen la siguiente inscripcion; "puede usarse en

microondas."
[] Si no esta seguro de que un plato pueda usarse en el

microondas, haga esta prueba; Coloque el plato que este
probando y un vaso de medir con 237 ml (1 taza) de agua en

el homo - ponga la taza de medir dentro o al lado del plato.

Ponga el microondas en marcha, a m(_xima potencia, durante

30-45 segundos. Si el plato se calienta no deber[a usarse en el
microondas.

Si el plato se mantiene fr[o y solo se calienta la taza, entonces
el plato puede usarse de forma segura en el microondas.

[] Si usa un termometro de came al cocinar con microondas),

asegurese de que sea apto para set usado en microondas.

[] No use productos de papel reciclado. El papel toalla, las

servilletas y el papel de cera reciclados pueden contener
motas metalicas que podrian causar la formacion de

arcos electricos o incendiarse. Los productos de papel que
contengan nilon o filamentos de nilon tampoco deberian

usarse ya que se podrian incendiar de igual modo.

[] Algunas bandejas de pl6stico (como en los que seempaqueta

la came) tienen una cinta fina de metal incrustada en elplato. AI
ponerse en el microondas, el metal puede quemar el suelo del homo
o incendiar un papeltoalla.

[] No useel microondas para secar periodicos.
[] Notodo film pl_stico puede usarse en hornos microondas. Reviseel

uso adecuado del paquete.

[] Algunas bandejas de pl(_stico (como en los que se empaqueta

la came) tienen una cinta fina de metal incrustada en el plato.
AI ponerse en el microondas, el metal puede quemar el suelo

del horno o incendiar un papel toalla.

[] Podr[an calentarse los utensilios por el calor transferido por los

alimentos calientes. Puede necesitar usar manoplas ce cocina
para manejar los utensilios.

AI utilizar con el microondas bolsas de cocinar "que puedan
hervir", asi como cualquier bolsa de plastico firmemente

cerrada, deberan cortarse, perforarse o proveer cualquier tipo
de ventilacion segon indique el paquete. En caso contrario,

el plOstico podr[a explotar mientras se cocina o despuOs,
pudiendo causar dar]os fisicos. Ademas, los recipientes
de plastico deber[an permanecer, al menos, parcialmente

destapados ya que pueden sellarse fuertemente. Cuando
cocine con recipientes firmemente cubiertos con film plastico,

retire la cubierta con cuidado y mantenga el vapor alejado de
sus manos y rostro.

Use papel de aluminio solo de la forma detallada en este

manual. Cuando use aluminio dentro de un horno microondas,
mantenga el aluminio, al menos, a una pulgada de distancia

de los laterales del homo.

Utensilios de pl(_stico--Los utensilios de pl(_stico dise_ados

para su uso en microondas son muy practicos, pero deben
usarse con cuidado. Incluso aquellos utensilios autorizados

para su uso en microondas podr[an no set tan tolerantes
como el cristal o los materiales de ceramica en condiciones

de sobrecalentamiento y podrian ablandarse o carbonizarse
al someterlos a per[odos cortos de sobrecalentamiento. En
exposiciones m(_slargos a sobrecalentamiento, la comida y los

utensilios podrian incendiarse.

Siga estas normas;

1. Use solamente plasticos aptos para microondas y

2. No introduzca en el microondas recipientes vac[os.

3. No permita que los nir]os usen utensilios de plastico sin

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uselos siguiendo estrictamente las recomendaciones del
fabricante de los utensilios.

completa supervision.

EL VENTILADOREXTRACTOR

Elventilador se pondra en funcionamiento de forma automatica
bujo ciertas circunstancias (ver funci6n de Ventilador AutomOtico).

Prevenga el que empiece algun fuego al cocinar y que se

extienda mientras el ventilador del respiradero est6 en marcha.

[] Limpie a menudo la pare inferior del microondas. No permita

que se acumule grasa en el microondas o en los filtros del

ventilador.

[] Si la grasa se incendiara en las unidades de la cocina (fogones)

bujo el homo microondas, sofoque cuulquier sartOn en llamas
de la unidad de cocina por completo con una tapa, una

bandeja de galletas o cuolquier otra bandeja piano.

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[] Tenga cuidado al limpiar los filtros del ventilador extractor. Los

productos de limpieza corrosivos, como los limpia-hornos a
bose de lejfa, pueden dahar los filtros.

[] Ponga en marcho el extractor cuundo est6 cocinando comidas

con llama bujo el microondas.

[] Nunca deje los unidades de la cocino (fogones) bajo su

microondas sin atenci6n cuondo se est6 trabujando a
altas temperaturas. Cuando la comida entra en ebullicion

se generan humos y se derraman grasas que pudieran
incendiarse y propagarse si el ventilador del microondas esta

funcionando. Para minimizar el funcionamiento del extractor

automatico, use utensilios de cocina de tamano adecuado y
use el fuego rapido en las unidades de la cocina (fogones) solo

cuando sea necesario.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical
short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by

providing an escape wire for the electric current.
This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding

wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if the
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSare not completely understood, or if

doubt exists (Is to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Ifthe outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is your personal
responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly

grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground)
prong from the power cord.

We do not recommend using an extension cord with this
appliance. If the power cord is too short, have a qualified

electrician or service technician install an outlet near the
appliance. (See EXTENSIONCORDS section.)

For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical

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

ADAPTERPLUGS

Usage situations where appliance's power cord will be disconnected infrequently.

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions,

we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug. However, if you still elect to

use an adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARYCONNECT/ONmay be made to a
properly grounded wall receptacle by the use of a UL listed adapter which is available at most

local hardware stores.

The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall receptacle to
provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord.

CAUTION."Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw

does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal, and not insulated and

the wall receptacle is grounded through the house wiring.

You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded.

(Adapter plugs not
permitted in Canada) _

Align large
prongs/slots _ _ I

_ _ Ensure proper

TEMPORARY ground and firm

METHOD

connection before

use.

When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the adapter with one hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground
terminal isvery likely to break with repeated use. Should this happen, DO NOTUSEthe appliance until a proper ground has again been

established.

Usage situations where appliance's power cord will be disconnected frequently.

Do not use an adapterp/ug in these situations because frequent disconnection of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter

and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal. You should have the 2-prong wall receptacle replaced with a 3-prong
(grounding) receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance.

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.

READAND FOLLOW THISSAFETY/NFORMA1-10NCAREFULLY

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

INS TRUCCIONES IMPOR TAN TES DE SEGURIDAD

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INSTRUCCIONESDE TOMADE TIERRA

AiADVERTENCIA/

El uso indebido flel enchufe de tierra puefle resultar en riesgo de flescarga electrica.,

Este electrodomestico debe estar conectado a tierra. Si se

produjera un cortocircuito, la toma de tierra reduce el riesgo
de descarga electrica al proveer un cable de escape para la

corriente electrica.

Este electrodomestico esta equipado con un cable de corriente

que dispone de un hilo para toma de tierra con un enchufe con
toma de tierra. Elenchufe debe estar conectado a una toma de

corriente que este debidamente instalada y con salida a tierra.
Consulte con un electricista cualificado o un tecnico de
reparaciones si no entiende completamente las instrucciones

sobre la toma de tierra, o si tuviese alguna duda sobre si su
aparato esta debidamente conectado a tierra.

Si la toma de corriente es un modelo est(_ndar de dos clavijas, es

ADAPTADORESDE ENCHUFE

su responsabilidad personal y su obligacion el reemplazarla por
una toma adecuada para tres clavijas con conexi6n a tierra.

Bajo ninguna circunstancia debe cortar o quitar la tercera clavija

(tierra) del cable de corriente.

No use un enchufe adaptador con este electrodomestico.
No use un cable extensor de corriente con este electrodom#stico.

Si el cable de corriente es demasiado corto, haga que un
electricista cualificado o un tecnico de reparaciones instalen una

toma de corriente cerca del electrodomestico.

P(]ra un mejor funcionamiento, enchufe este electrodom#stico

en una toma de corriente exclusiva para evitar parpadeos de luz,
fusibles quemados o que salte el diferencial.

Situaciones de uso en que el cable de corriente del electrodomestico sera desconectado con poca frecuencia.

Debido a los posibles riesgos sobre la seguridad bajo ciertas condiciones, recomendamos (Enchufesadaptadores no

enfaticamente no usar adaptadores de enchufe. Sin emborgo, si aOn elije usar un adaptador, permitidosen Canada) r_._--_-_

cuando los codigos locales Io permitan, se podra realizar una CONEXION TEMPORARIA a Alinee las paras/ _s-'_-'r_|'_[_ ;l
un tomacorriente de pared de 2 enchufes adecuadamente conectado a tierra, utilizando un ranuras largas .¢.,,_-_i_j_j _ I
adaptador que figure en la lista de UL que se encuentre disponible en la mayoria de los locales de /!'

repuestos. _ _--_f _ !

La ranura mas larga del adaptador debera estar alineada con la ranura mas larga en el _ Asegure una

tomacorriente de pared, a fin de brindar la polaridad adecuada en la conexi6n del cable de firmey adecuada
corriente. METODO antes del uso

PRECAUC/ON."Conectar la terminal del adaptador con conexi6n a tierra al tornillo de la cubierta
del tomacorriente no conecta el electrodomestico a tierra, a menos que el tornillo de la cubierta sea de metal, y no este aislado, y que

el tomacorriente este conectado a tierra a traves del cableado del hogar.
Contrate a un electricista calificado para que controle el circuito, a fin de asegurar que el tomacorriente este correctamente conectado

a tierra.

Cuando desconecte elcable de corriente del adaptador, siempre sostenga el adaptador con una mano. Encaso de no hacer esto,
es muy probable que la terminal del adaptador con conexi6n (l tierra se rompa con el uso repetido. Siesto sucede, NO USEel
electrodom#stico hasta que sehaya establecido una conexi6n a tierra adecuada nuevamente.

Situaciones de uso en que el cable de corriente del electrodomestico sera desconectado con frecuencia.

No useun adaptador de enchufe en estos situociones,ya que unodesconexi6n frecuente del cable decorriente represento un

esfuerzoexcesivo sobre el adaptador y conduce finalmente a una fall(] de la terminal del adapt(]dor con conexi6n a tierra. Deber(_
solicitar a un electricista calificado el reemplazo del tomacorriente de 2 cables por uno de 3 cables (con conexi6n a tierra),antes de

usar el electrodomestico.

TEMPORARIO

conexlon cltierr(]

MARCA PASOS

La mayoria de Ioas marca pasos estan protegidos contra la interferencia de aparatos electronicos, incluyendo los microondas.

Sin embargo, cuando tengan alguna duda, los pacientes con marca pasos deben consutar con su medico.

FAVORDELEERYSEOUIRCUIDADOSAMENTEESTAINFORMACIONDESEOURIDAD.

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About the features of your microwave oven.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

1000 Watts

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Features of the Oven

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 MetalShield. Screen allows cooking

to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in
the oven,

4 Sheff(some models), Lets you microwave several

foods at once, Food microwaves best when placed
directly on the oven floor or turntable,

6 Touch Contro/Panel. You must set the clock and

calendar before using the "Auto Night Light",

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.

NOTE:Oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the

inside walls of the microwave oven,

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About the features of your microwave oven. GEAppliances.com

Optional Accessories

Filler Panel Kits
JX48WH - White

JX48BL - Black

When replacing a 36" range hood, filler panel kits fill in the
additional width to provide a custom built-in appearance,

For installation between cabinets only; not for end-of
cabinet installation, Each kit contains two 3" wide filler

panels, Two kits are needed for a 36" opening,

Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit
JX81J (sales number)
WB02X1124 (service number)
Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be
vented to the outside,

Available(It extra cost from your GEsupplier, orseethe
GEServicenumbers,

JX81J (sales number)
WB02X1124 (service number)

JX48

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About the features of your microwave oven.

You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Not all features on all models.

Express Cook

L 30SecJ

L Time J

Clock Display

Hold 3 Sec

Cooking Controls

Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.

Time Features

Press Enter

Cook Time Amount of cooking time
Defrost Weight/Time Amount of defrosting time

Press twice
Express Cook Starts Immediately!

Press number pads (1-6)

Add 30 Sec Starts Immediately!

Power Level Power level 1 to 10

Sensor Microwave

[POPCOrn] _Beverage)_ Potato)

_Oegetable] [ Reheat ] r DefrOst )[Weight/Time)

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Sensor Fea tures

Press Options

Popcorn more/less time
Beverage

Reheat
Potato

Vegetables

Press once (fresh vegetables)
Press twice (frozen vegetables)

Press three times
(canned vegetables)

Defrost Weight/Time
Press once

Enter

Starts immediately!
Starts immediately!

Starts immediately!
Starts Immediately!

Starts Immediately!

Enter food weight

more/less time
more/less time

more/less time

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Clock Display

Changing the Power Level

The power level may be entered or changed

immediately after entering the feature time for

Cook Time, Time Defrost, Add 30 Sec or Express
Cook The power level may also be changed

during the time countdown.

1. Press Cook Time.

2, Entercooking or defrosting time
3, PressPower Level.

4. Select desired power level 1-10

3. Press Start/Pause. Pressing Start/Pause is
not necessary for Express Cook buttons.

Variable power levelsadd flexibility to microwave

cooking,The power levelson the microwave oven
can be compared to the surface units on a range,

Eachpower level givesyou microwave energy
a certain percent of the time, Power level 7 is

microwave energy 70% of the time, Power/evel
3 is energy 30%of the time, Most cooking will be

done on HI which givesyou 100% power,

PowerLevel 10 will cook faster but food may
need more frequent stirring, rotating or turning

over. A lower setting will cook more evenly and
need less stirring or rotating of the food.

Some foods may have better flavor, texture or
appearance if one of the lower settings is used.

Use a lower power level when cooking foods that
have a tendency to boil over, such as scalloped
potatoes.

Rest periods (when the microwave energy cycles
off) give time for the food to "equalize" or transfer

heat to the inside of the food. An example of this
is shown with powerlevel3-the defrost cycle. If
microwave energy did not cycle off, the outside

of the food would cook before the inside was
defrosted.

Here are some examples of uses for various
power levels,"

PowerLevel 10: Fish, bacon, vegetables, boiling
liquids.

PowerLevel 7." Gentle cooking of meat and
poultry; baking casseroles and reheating.

Power Level S: Slow cooking and tenderizing for
stews and less tender cuts of meat.

Power Level2 or 3: Defrosting; simmering;
delicate sauces.

PowerLevel 1: Keeping food warm; softening
butter.

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About the time features.

Cook Time I

Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99

minutes and 99 seconds,

Power level 10 (high)is automatically set, but

you may change it for more flexibility.

1, PressCook Time.

2, Enter cooking time,
3, Change power level if you don't want full

Clock Display

power, (Press Power Level, Select a desired
power level 1-10,)

4, Press Start/Pause,

You may open the door during Cook Time
to check the food, Close the door and press

Start/Pause to resume cooking,

Cook Time II

Lets you change power levels automatically
during cooking, Here's how to do it:

1, PressCook Time,

2, Enter the first cook time,

,

Change the power level if you don't want full
power, (Press Power Level, Select a desired

power level 1-10,)

,

Press Cook Time again,

5,

Enter the second cook time,

,

Change the power level if you don't want full
power, (Press Power Level, Select a desired

power level 1-10,)

7, Press Start/Pause,

At the end of Cook Time I, Cook Time II counts

down,

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Cooking Guide for Cook Time

NOTE: Use power level 10 (High) unless otherwise noted,

Vegetable Amount Time Comments

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Asparagus
(fresh spears)

(frozen spears)

Beans

(fresh green)
(frozen green)

(frozen lima)

Beets

(fresh, whole)

Broccoli

(freshcut)

(fresh spears)

(frozen,(:hopped)

(frozen spears)
Cabbage

(fresh)
(wedges)

Carrots
(fresh, sliced)

(frozen)
Cauliflower

(flowerets)
(fresh, whole)

(frozen)
Corn

(frozen kernel)
Corn on the cob

(fresh)

(frozen)

M ixed vegetables
(frozen)

Peas
(fresh, shelled)

(frozen)
Potatoes

(fresh, cubed,
white)
(fresh, whole,

sweet or white)
Spinach

(fresh)
(frozen, (:hopped
and leaf)

Squash
(fresh, summer

and yellow)
(winter, acorn
or butternut)

1 Ib,

1O-oz, package

1 Ib, cut in half
10-oz, package

10-oz, package

1 bunch

1 bunch (11Y44to 1_Y42Ibs,)
1 bunch (11Y44to lSY42 Ibs,)

10-oz, package
10-oz, package

1 medium head (about 2 Ibs,)

1 Ib,
1O-oz,package

1 medium head
1 medium head

10-oz, package

1O-oz,package

1 to 5 ears

1 ear
2 to 6 ears

1O-oz,package

2 Ibs,unshelled
IO-oz,package

4 potatoes

(6 to 8 oz,each)

1(6 to 8 oz,)

lOto 16oz,
1O-oz,package

1 Ib, sliced

1 to 2 squash

(about 1 Ib, each)

6 to 9 min,,

Med-High (7)
5 to 7 rain,

9to 11 min,
6 to 8 min,
6 to 8 min,

17 to 21 min,

7 to 10 min,

9 to 13 min,

5 to 7 min,
5 to 7 min,

8to 11 min,
7to 10 min,

7 to 9 min,
5 to 7 min,

9 to 14 min,
lOto 17 min,

5 to 7 min,

5 to 7 min,

3to 4 min,
per ear

5 to 6 min,

3 to 4 min,
per ear

5 to 7 min,

9to 12 min,
5to 7 min,

9 to 12 min,

3to 4 min,

5 to 7 min,

5 to 7 min,

5to 7 min,

8to 11 min,

In l_Y42-qt, oblong glass baking dish, place 1/4 (:up water,
Rotate dish after half of time,

In 1-qt, casserole,

In l_Y42-qt, casserole, place 1/2 (:up water,
In 1-qt, casserole, place 2 tablespoons water,

In 1-qt, casserole, place 1/4 (:up water,

In 2-qt, casserole, place 1/2 (:up water,

In 2-qt, casserole, place 1/2 (:up water,
In 2-qt, oblong glass baking dish, place 1/4 (:up water,

Rotate dish after half of time,
In 1-qt, casserole,

In 1-qt, casserole, place 3 tablespoons water,

In 14¼2, or 2-qt, casserole, place 1/4 (:up water,
In 2- or 3-qt, casserole, place 1/4 (:up water,

In 1_¼2-qt, casserole, place 1/4 (:up water,
In 1-qt, casserole, place 2 tablespoons water,

In 2-qt, casserole, place 1/2 (:up water,
In 2-qt, casserole, place 1/2 (:up water,
In 1-qt, casserole, place 2 tablespoons water,

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

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

add 1/4 (;up water, Rearrange after half of time,

Place in 2-qt, oblong glass baking dish,
Cover with vented plastic wrap, Rearrange after

half of time,

In 1-qt, casserole, place 3 tablespoons water,

In 1-qt, casserole, place 1/4 (:up water,
In 1-qt, casserole, place 2 tablespoons water,

Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes, Place in 2-qt,
casserole with 1/2 (:up water, Stir after half of time,

Pierce with cooking fork, Place in the oven, 1 inch

apart, in circular arrangement, Let stand 5 minutes,

In 2-qt, casserole, place washed spinach,
In 1-qt, casserole, place 3 tablespoons water,

In l_Y42-qt, casserole, place 1/4 (:up 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,

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About the time features.

Clock Display

Time Defrost allows you to defrost for a

selected length of time. See the Defrosting
Guide for suggested times. (Weight Defrost is
explained in the Auto Feature section.)

1. Press Defrost Weight/Time twice.

2. Enter defrosting time.

3. Press Start/Pause.

4. Turn food over when the oven signal.

5. Press Start/Pause.

When the oven signals, turn food over and

break apart or rearrange pieces for more even
defrosting. Shield any warm areas with small
pieces of foil. The oven will continue to defrost
if you don't open the door and turn the food.

Power level is automatically set at 3, but
can be changed. You can defrost small
items quickly by raising the power level after
entering the time. Power level 7 cuts the

total defrosting time in about half; power

level !0 cuts the total time to approximately
1/3. However, food will need more frequent

attention than usual.

Defrosting Tips

, Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be

defrosted in the package. Closed packages
should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER
food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage
containers should be partially uncovered.

, Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners can

be defrosted and microwaved. If the food is
in a foil container, transfer it to a microwave-

safe dish.

. For more even defrosting of larger foods,

such as roasts, use Defrost Weight. Be sure
large meats are completely defrosted before
cooking.

. Foods that spoil easily should not be allowed

to sit out for more than one hour after
defrosting. Room temperature promotes the

growth of harmful bacteria.

. When defrosted, food should be cool but

softened in all areas. If still slightly icy, return
to the microwave very briefly, or let it stand

a few minutes counts down.

A dull thumping noise may be heard during

defrosting. This is normal when oven is not
operating at High power.

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Defrosting Guide

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Food

Breads, Cakes

Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece)
Sweet rolls (approx. 22 oz.)

Fish and Seafood

Fillets, frozen (1 Ib.)
Shellfish, small pieces (1 Ib.)

Fruit

Plastic pouch-! or 2
(10-oz, package)

Meat

Bacon (1 Ib.)
Franks (! lb.)

Ground meat (1 Ib.)
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork
Steaks, (shops and cutlets

Poultry

Chicken, broiler-fryer, cut up

(211/42 tO 3 Ibs.)

Chicken, whole (2_1/42to 3 Ibs.)

Cornish hen

Turkey breast (4 to 6 Ibs,)

Time

1 min.
3 to 5 min.

6 to 8 min.
5 to 7 min.

3 to 6 min.

2 to 5 min.
2 to 5 min.

5 to 7 min.
12 to 16 min. per Ib.

5 to 7 min. per Ib.

15 to 19 min.

17 to 21 min,

7 to 13 min, per Ib,

5 to 9 min, per Ib,

Comments

Rearrange after half of time.

Place block in casserole,
Turn over and break up after first half 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, to complete defrosting.
Turn meat over after first half of time.

Use power level Warm (1).
Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish. Turn over after first half

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

Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap and turn over after first
half of time. After second half of time, separate pieces and place in

cooking dish. Microwave 2 to 4 minutes more, if necessary. Let stand
a few minutes to finish defrosting.

Place wrapped chicken in dish. After first half of time, unwrap
and turn chicken over. Shield warm areas with foil. To complete

defrosting, run ('ool water in cavity until giblets (san be removed.
Place unwrapped hen in oven breast-side-up. Turn over after first half

of time. Run ('ool water in cavity until giblets (san be removed.
Place unwrapped breast in microwave-safe dish breast-side-down.

After first half of time, turn breast-side-up and shield warm areas
with foil. Defrost for second half of time. Let stand 1 to 2 hours in

refrigerator to complete defrosting.

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About the time features.

Express Cook

This is a quick way to set cooking time for 7-6 minutes,

Press one of the Express Cook pads (from 1 to 6) for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power /evel 10. For
exomple, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time,

The power level can be changed as time is counting down, Press POWERLEVEL and enter 1-10,

Add 30 Sec

You can use this feature two ways,"

, It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed,
, It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds of cooking time,

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