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Safety Information ......... 2-6
Operating Instructions
Auto Features .............. ] 9
Microwave Terms ............ ] 8
Other Features ........... ] 6-18
Oven Features ............. 7, 8
Power i,evels ................ 9
Sensor Features .......... ] 3-15
Time Features ............ 9-19
Care and Cleaning ......... 19
Troubleshooting Tips ....... 90
Things That Are Normal ...... 90
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . .Back Cover
Product Registration ...... 91,92
_'arranty .................. 93
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them on a label
inside the oven.
PEB2060
MFL38268201 49-4055! 04-07 dR
IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
For your safe_ the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or
to prevent propeFly damage, personal injury, orloss of life.
PRECAUTIONSTOAVOIDPOSSIBLEEXPOSURE
TOEXCESSIVEMICROWAVEENERGY
(a) Do NotAttempt to oi)erate this oven with tile door
open since oi)en-door oi)eration can result in hai_nflll
exposure to nlicrowave eilerg_'_ It is iinl)ortant not to
defeat or tan/l)er with the safety interlocl_s.
(b) DoNotPlace any object between the oven front ti_ce
and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to
accunlulate on sealing surli_ces.
(c) Do Not Operate the oven if' it is dan/aged. It is
i)articularly in/i)ortant that the oven door close
i)roi)erly and that there is no dan/age to the:
(1) door (bent),
(2) hinoes and latches (broken or loosened),
(3) door seals and sealing surli_ces.
(d) The Oven Should Not be ac!justed or rei)aired b)
anyone except i)roi)erly qualified service i)ei_onnel.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
• Read and fi_llow tile specific i)recautions in tile
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive
Microwave Energy secdon above.
• This api)liance nlust be grounded. (_onnect only to a
i)roi)erly grounded outlet. See the Grounding Instructions
section on I)age 4.
• hlstall or locam this ai)i)liance only in accordance with
tile I)rovided installation instructions.
• Be certain to i)lace tile fl'ont surIi_ce (ff tile door three
inches or inore back fi'oin tile counterto I) edge to avoid
accidental tii)ping of tile ai)i)liance in n(mnal usage.
• Do not inount this ai)i)liance over a sink.
• Do not illO/lnt tile IlliCI'Owave ()veil over or near }lily
I)ortion (ff a heating or cooking ai)i)liance.
Do not store anything directly on top of tile inicrowave
()veil s/irtilce when tile illicrol_;ive ()veil is iI1 ol)ei'ation.
Do not oi)ei'ate this ai)i)liance if it has a danlaged power
cord or phig, if it is not working i)roi)erly, or if it has
been danlaged or droi)i)ed. If tile power cord is
dan/aged, it nlust be rei)laced by General Electric
SeI','ice or an auth(wized seIMce agent using a power
cord a\:filal)le fl'on/General Electric.
Do not cover or block any oi)enings on tile api)liance.
Llse this ai)i)liance only fin" its intended use as described
in this n/anual. Do not use corrosive chenlicals or wq)oi_
in this ai)i)liance. This inici'owave oven is si)ecifically
designed to heat, diT or cook fiiod, and is not intended
for laboratory or industrial use.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.
• This microwave oven is not approved or tested fi:,r
IIlaIJ ne rise.
• Do not store this appliance outdom3. Do not use this
product near wate_fi)r example, in a wet basement,
near a swimming pool, near a sink or in similar
locations.
• Keep power cord away fl'om heated s/mfi_ces.
• Do not imme_e power cord or plug in water
• Do not let power cord hang over edge ot table
0I" COtlntei:
• See door s/wfhce cleaning instructions in tile Care and
cleaRiRg of the microwave over section of this manual.
• This appliance must only be serviced by qualified service
personnel. (_ontact nearest authorized service fi_cilitv
fin" examination, repair or a(!jusm_ent.
• _s with mV appliance, close supervision is necessary
when used by children.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
• To reduce tile risk of fire in tile oven caviW:
--Do not overcook fi_od. Careflfllv attend appliance
when paper; plastic or other combustible materials are
placed inside the oven while cooking.
--Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles fl'om paper or
plastic containe_ bet0re plating them in tile oven.
--Do not use the oven fin" storage pmi)oses. Do not leave
paper products, cooking utensils or toed in the oven
when not in use.
--If materials inside tile oven ignite, kee I) tile oven door
closed, ttlrn tile oven off and discmmect tile power cord,
or shut off power at tile fllse or drcuit breaker panel.
If tile door is opened, tile fire may spread.
--Do not rise tile Sensor geattlres twice in StlCCession on
tile same toed portion. If toed is tmdercooked after
tile fit_t cotmtdown, use T/tile Cook fin-additional
cooking time.
A WARNING!
ARCING
If you see arcing press the CLEAR/OFFpadand correct the problem.
Ardng is tile microwave tem_ fin" sparks in tile oven.
Arcing is caused by:
• Metal or toil touching tile side of tile oven.
• Foil not molded to tood (uptm'ned edges act
like anmnnas).
• Metal, such as twist-ties, poult_ y pins or gold-
rimmed dishes, in the microwave.
• Recycled paper tcmvls containing small metal
pieces being used in tile microwave.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
a, WARNING!
FOODS• Do not pop popcoFn in yo/lr i//ici'owave oven
unless in a special microwave popcorn accessm T
or tmless you use I)opcorn labeled for use in
IlliCI'O_;Ive ovens.
• Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
container,--tOt example, closed jade--are able
to eN)lode and should not be heated in this
i/licYo_;ive oven. _tlcl/ rise of tile illiCi'O_;ive
oven could result in injury.
• Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressm'e
will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it
to bm_t, possibly resulting in iqjm T.
• Operating tile microwave with no food inside for
iiloi'e than a IIlintlte oF [wo iilaV Catlse dalIlage
to tile oven and could start a fire. It increases tile
heat aro/md the magnetron and can shorten
the life of the oven.
• Foods with tmbroken outer "skin" such as
potatoes, hot clogs, sausages, tomatoes, apples,
chicken li\'e_ and other giblets, and egg )x_l!<s
should be pierced to allow steam to escape
during cooking.
• SUPERHEATEDWATER
• Avoid heating baby food in glass.ia_, even
with tile lid off. Make sm'e all inlimt fi_od is
thoroughly cooked. Stir food to distribute tile
heat evenlv_ Be careflfl to prevent scalding when
wamfing tommla. Tile container may libel cooler
than tile titan ula really is. _Mwavs test tile timn ula
before feeding tile bab>
• Don't defl'ost fl'ozen beverages in narro_=necked
bottles (especially carbonamd beverages). Even if
the container is opened, pressm'e can build up.
Liquids,such aswater, coffeeortea, are ableto
be overheatedbeyondthe boilingpoint without
appearingtobe boiling. Visiblebubblingor boiling
when the container isremovedfromthe microwave
ovenis not alwayspresent. THISCOULDRESULT
IN VERYHOTLIQUIDSSUDDENLYBOILINGOVER
WHENTHECONTAINERIS DISTURBEDORA
SPOONOROTHERUTENSILIS INSERTEDINTO
THELIQUID.
This can cause tile container to bmst, possibly
resulting in iI_jmy.
Hot foods and steam can cause bm'ns. Be careflll
when opening any containe_ of hot food,
including popcorn bags, cooking pouches and
boxes. To prevent possible iI_jtn N direct steam
away fl'om hands and ti_ce.
Do not _wercook potatoes. They could dehydrate
and catch fire, causing damage to yore" oven.
Cook meat and poultry thoroughly--meat to at
least an INTERNAl, temperature of 160°F and
poult_ T to at least an INTERNAl, temperatm'e
ot 180°E Cooking to these temperatm'es usually
protects against toodborne illness.
To reduce tile risk of iI_jm y to pe_ons:
-- Do not overheat the liquid.
-- Stir tile liquid both beliwe and halfway
through heating it.
-- Do not use straight-sided contninei_ with
narrow necks.
--_Mter heating, allow tile container to stand in
tile microwave oven for a short time before
removing the container;
-- Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or
other utensil into tile container.
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MICROWAVE-SAFECOOKWARE
Make sure all cookware used in your microwave • Cookware ma) become hot because of heat
oxen is suitable fiw microwaxing Most glass transferred fl'om the heated fi)od. Pot holde_
casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard may be needed to handle the cookware.
cups, potte_ y or china dinnerware which does not • "Bailable" cooking i)ouches and tightly closed
have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as
be used. Some cookware is labeled "suitable fiw directed by package. If thev are not, plastic could
microwaving." bm3t during or immediately alier cooking,
• If w_u are not sure if a dish is microwave-sale, possibly resulting in iqjtuT: _Mso, plastic storage
use this test: Place in the oven both the dish containers should be at least partially uncovered
you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled because thev fimn a tight seal. _._]_en cooking
with 1 cup of water--set the measuring cup with containe_ tightly covered with plastic wrap,
either in or next to the dish. Microwave 30-45 remove covering caretifllv and direct steam away
seconds at high. If the dish heats, it should not fl'om hands and ti_ce.
be used fi)r microwaving. • Use f0il only as directed in this manual.
If the dish remains cool and only tile water in TV dinne_ may be microwaved in fi)il tra):s less
the cup heats, then the dish is microwa\'e-sate, than 3/4" high; remove the top fi)il cover and
• If you use a meat themlometer while cooking, return tile tray to the box. _._]_en using foil in
make sure it is sale for use in microwave ovens, the microwave oven, kee I) the foil at least 1 inch
away fl'om the sides of the oven.
• Do not use reffcled paper products. Recycled
• Plastic cookware--Plasfic cookware designed fi)r
paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can
contain metal flecks which inav cause arcing inicrowave cooking is veiT useflll, but should be
or ignite. Paper products containing nflon or used careflfllv. Even microwave-sale plastic may
nvhm filaments should be avoided, as they may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as
also ignite, are glass or ceramic materials, and may soften or
char if subjected to short periods of oxercooking.
• Some st}rolbam na)s (like those that meat is ]n longer exposures to oxercooking, the load
packaged on) haxe a thin stil I) of metal embedded and cookware could ignite.
in the bottom. _._q_en microwave(l, the metal can
burn the floor of the oven or ignite a paper t_m'el. Follow these guidelines:
• Do not rise the IlliCI'O_;Ive to dry newsl)al)ei3.
• Not all plastic wrap is suitable fiw use in InicI'o_;Ive
ovens. Check the package tar proper use.
• Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap
can be used to c_wer dishes in order to retain
moisture and prevent spattering. Be sure to
vent plastic wrap so smam can escape.
F_ ILrse microwave-satb plastics only and use
them in strict compliance with the cookware
Ill_l n t I1;I ct uI'eI"S i'e COI/llllen datio ns.
'_ [)() not IllicI'owake ei/ll)t}, con[JlineiN.
Do not pemfit children to use plastic
cookware without complete supervision.
GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS
WARNING-I properusethegrou,di.gplugca,resultinariskofelectricshock
This appliance must be grotmded. 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 equil)ped with a power cord
having a grounding wire with a grounding i)lug.
The i)lug m ust be i)lugged into an outlet that is
properly installed and grotmded.
Consult a qualified electrician or service technician
if the grounding instructions are not completely
unde_tood, or if doulx exists as to whether the
appliance is propedy grotmded.
NOTE."Do not use an adapter plug with this
appliance.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet,
it is your personal responsibili_' and obligation
to have it replaced with a properly grounded
S-prong wall outlet.
Do not tinder anv cii'CtllllS[;inces Ctlt or i'elllOVe
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 se_Mce
technician install an outlet near the appliance.
(See EXTENSION CORDSsection.)
For best operafi(m, i)lug this appliance into its
own electrical outlet to prevent flickering at lights,
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
EXTENSIONCORDS
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting fron/becoming entangled in or tripping
over a longer cord.
Extension cords may be used if w)u are carefifl in using them.
If an extensioncord is used--
B The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical ratim, of
the appliance;
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_'_ The extension cord must be a grotmding-t_ )e 3-wire cord and it illtlSt be )lugged into 3-slot outlet
_The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the cotmtertop or tabletop where
it can be pulled on by children or tripped o_er mfintenfionally:
If xou use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower s(mnd may vary when the
microwaxe oxen is on. Cooking times may be longe_; too.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
Aboutthe featuresofyour microwave oven. 9ecorn
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
1200Watts
Featuresof theOven
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DoorLatches.
Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows
cooking to be viewed while keeping
microwaves confined in the oven,
Convenience Guide.
TouchControlPanelDisplay.
Door Latch Release. Press latch release to
open door.
Removable Turntable.Turntnble and support
must be in place when using the oven. The
turntable may be removed fin" cleaning,
Removable Turntable Support. The tm'ntable
support must be in place when using
the oven.
NOTE."Ratingplate,ovenvent(s)andovenlightarelocated
ontheinsidewallsof themicrowaveoven.
OptionalAccessories
Available at extra cost fl'om yore" GE suppliei:
Choose the appropriate Installation Fdt below
to convert this oven to a built-in wall oven.
For 27" installations:
Model
PEB2060DMBB
PEB2060DMC(:
PEB2060SMSS
PEB2060DMX4A4'
Kit
,!X2027DMBB
JX2027DMC(:
,IX2027SMSS
,IX2027DMX454'
For 30" installations:
Model Kit
PEB2060DMBB JX2030DMBB
PEB2060DMCC JX2030DMCC
PEB2060SMSS JX2030SMSS
PEB2060DMX4_4' ,][X2030DMX4_4'
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Aboutthe featuresofyourmicrowave oven.
Youcan microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature.
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TIME l DEFROST ]
COOK , AUTO/TIME
Express Cook
FqFq
r-qFq
POPCORN
BEVERAGE
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VEGETABLE,
POTATO ,
DEFROST
AUTO/TIME
REHEAT
CHICKEN/
FISH
CookingContro/s
Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.
Time Features
Press Enter
TIMECOOK Amountof cookingtime
Pressonceortwice
DEFROSTAUTO/TIME Amountofdefrostingtime
EXPRESSCOOK Startsimmediately!
POWERLEVEL Powerlevel1-10
ADD30 SEC Startsimmediately!
Sensor Features andAuto Features
Press Enter Options
POPCORN Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
VEGETABLE Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
Pressonce(freshvegetables)
Presstwice(frozenvegetables)
Pressthreetimes(cannedvegetables)
REHEAT Startsimmediately!
BEVERAGE Startsimmediately!
POTATO Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
CHICKEN/FISH Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
Pressonce(chickenpieces)
Presstwice(fish)
Press Enter
DEFROSTAUTO/TIME Foodweight
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