GE RH960G Use and Care Manual

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yourCookingCenter Howto usethemicrowave

AUTOROASTfeature

Howto usethemicrowave QUICKSETfeature ‘

Howto operatethe self-cleaningoven

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PRECAUTIONS

Read this book carefully.

Itwill help you operate and maintain your new Cooking Center properly.

Keep it handy for answersto your questions.

If you don’t understand something or need more help. . . Call, toll free:

The GE AnswerCenter’”

800.626.2000 consumer information service

or write: (include your phone

number); Consumer Affairs Hotpoint Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

Write down the model and

serial numbers.

You’llfind them on a label inside the upper oven on the left side.

These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your Cooking Center. Before sending in this card, pleasewrite these numbers here:

Model No.

Be sure your oven is registered.

Itis important that we, the manufacturer, know the location of your Cooking Center should a need occur for adjustments.

Yoursupplier is responsible for registering you as the owner.

Pleasecheck with your supplier to be sure he has done so; also send in your Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card. If you move, or if you are not the original purchaser pleasewrite to us, stating model and serial numbers. This

appliancemustbe registered. Pleasebe certainthatit is.

Write to: Hotpoint

Range Product Service Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

[f you received a damaged

oven. . .

immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the Cooking

Center.

Save time and money.

Beforeyourequestservice,check the ProblemSolveron page 30. It

lists minor causes of operating problems that you can correct yourself.

AVOiD

POSSIBLE

EXPOSURETO EXCESSIVE

MICROWAVE

ENERGY

(a) Do NotAttemptto 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 NotPlaceany object between

the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to

accumulate on sealing surfaces.

damaged. It is particularly important

that the oven door close properly

and that there is no damage to the (1) door (bent) m (2) hinges and latches (broken or

loosened) (3) door sealsand sealing surfaces. (d) The OvenShouldnot be

adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

Serial No.

Usethese numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your Cooking Center.

Optional Accessories

Available at extra-cost from your Hotpoint supplier.

JV387 Vented Hood

Features2-level venting that helps eliminate cooking vapors and odors.

Charcoal Filter Kit

0(7’9 Add for non-vented installation.

The electric output of this microwave oven is 625Watts.

Microwave Oven

Safety Instructions ... .. ... .. .. 4-6

Features of Your Oven .. .. . .. ...8

Touch Control Panel . .. . ... .. ...9

Time Cook . .. . .. ... .. .. ... ... ..l O

Defrost ... .. .. ... ... .. .. ... .. ...ll

Temperature Cook ... .. ... .. ...l2

Hold/Timer . .. . ... .. .. .. . ... .. ..l3

Automatic Roasting &

Chart .. .. . . ... ... .. .. ... .. 14,15

QUICK SET Control &

Chart . .. . .. ... ... .. .. ... ..16. l7

Range Top

Safety Instructions . .. . . ... .. .. 4-6

Howto Use. .. . .. ... .. .. ... .. ...l9

Cooking Chart . ... .. .. .....24.25

Conventional Oven

Safety Instructions .. . . .. ... .. . 4-6

Features’. ... ... . ... .. ... ... .. .. ..8

Oven Controls .. . ... . .. ... . .. ...8

Oven Light . .. . ... .. .. .. . ... . ...2O

Oven Shelves . .. . ... . .. ... .. ...2O

Minute Timer, Clock,

Automatic Oven Timer .. . . ... 20

Baking ... . .. .. ... .. . . ... .. .. ...20

Broiling .. .. . ... ... .. .. ... .. .. .. 21

Roasting .. .. . ... ... . .. . .. .. ....21

Baking Chart . ... ... . ... .. . . ....26

Broiling Chart .. ... .. .. . ... . ....27

Roasting Chart . .. . .. .. . ... .. . ..28

s Make sure all utensiis used in your microwave oven areiabeled “suitablef ormicrowaving”. Check yourCookbookfor specific test to determine ’’microwave-safe” utensils.

@ Paper towels, waxpaper, and

plasticwrap can beused tocover dishes in orderto retain moisture and prevent spattering.

e Some microwaved foods

require stirring, rotating, or rear-

ranging. Check your Cookbook for specific instructions.

@Some foods such as unshelled eggs and hot dogs must be

pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking.

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Care of Your Cooking Center

Self-Clean Operation . . ....22.23

Cleaning Chart (All Parts) . . . . . 29

Care of Microwave Oven&

Temperature Probe . . . . . . . . . 32

Oven Vent Duct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Lamp Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Oven Thermostat

Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...33

Care of Surface Units . . . . . . . . . 34

Removable Oven Door . . . . . . . . 34

General Before Using Your

Cooking Center .. . . .. .. .. .. ...2

Energy Saving Tips . .. . .. .. . ....7

Model &SerialNumber

Location .. ... ... .. . .. . .. .. .. .. 8

The Problem Solver .. .. . .. . 30,31

Consumer Services .. .. .. .. ....35

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

IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

Readall instructionsbeforeusingthisappliance.

When using electrical appliances

basic safety precautions should be followed, including the

following:

WARNING—TO reduce the risk of burns, electric injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave

shock, fire,

energy:

e Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.

e Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the provided installation instructions.

e This appliance must be connected to a grounded, metallic, permanent wiring system,or an equipment grounding conductor should be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.

This appliance should be ser-

viced only by qualified

service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility

examination, repair or

adjust ment.

e Before performing any

service, DISCONNECT THE RANGE POWER SUPPLY AT THE HOUSEHOLD DlSTRl13U-

for

TION PANEL BY REMOVING THE FUSE OR SWITCHING OFF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER.

a Do not cover or block any

openings on the appliance. +BDo not use outdoors. e Do not operate this appliance

if it is not working properly, or if

has been damaged or dropped.

e As with any appliance, close supervision is necessarywhen used by children.

e Do not leavechildrenalone—

children should not be left alone or unattended in area where appliance is in use.They should

never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.

e Don’tallowanyoneto climb, standor hang on the door, draweror rangetop.They could damagethe rangeand eventip it overcausingseverepersonal injury.

e CAUTION: DO NOT STORE

ITEMS OF INTEREST TO

CHILDREN IN CABINETS ABOVE A RANGE OR ON THE

BACKSPLASHOF A RANGE— CHILDREN CLIMBING ON THE

RANGE TO REACH ITEMS COULD BE SERIOUSLY

INJURED.

e Wear proper clothing. Loose

fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance. Flammable

material could be ignited if brought in contact with hot heat-

ing elements and may cause severeburns.

@IUseonly dry potholders—

moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholders touch hot heating ele-

ments. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.

Never use yourappliancefor

warmingor heatingthe room.

e storageinoronAppliance—

Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven or near surface units.

Keep hood and greasefilters

cleanto maintain good venting

and to avoid greasefires.

e DO riot letcookinggreaseor

otherflammablematerialsaccumulatein the rangeor near it.

fires.Neverpickup a flaming pan.Smotherflamingpan on surfaceunit by coveringpan completelywithwellfittinglid, cookiesheetor flattray. Flaming greaseoutsidea pancan be put out by coveringwithbaking sodaor, ifavailable,a multipurposedry chemicalor foam.

e mentsor interiorsurfaceof

oven.These surfaces may be

hot enough to burn even though they are dark in color. During and after use,do not touch, or

let clothing or other flammable

materials contact surface units, areas nearby surface units or any interior area of the oven; allow sufficient time for cooling, first.

Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop and areasfacing the cooktop, oven vent opening

and surfaces near the openings,

and crevices around the oven

door.

Remembe~The inside surface

of the oven may be hot when the

door is opened.

e our directions exactly and always cook the meat to at least

170°. This assuresthat, in the

remote possibility that trichina

may be present in the meat, it will be killed and meat will be safeto eat.

DO not usewateron grease

DO not touchheatingele-

When cooking pork follow

!Microwaweoven:

a Read and follow the specific

“PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID

POSSIBLE EXPOSURETO

XCESSIVE MICROWAVE NERGY” found on page 2.

@To reduce the risk of fire in

the oven cavity: —Do not overcook food. Care-

fully attend appliance if paper,

plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.

—Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.

—Do not use your microwave oven to dry newspapers.

—Papertowelsand napkins,wax paper.Recycled paper products

can contain metal flecks which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper products containing nylon or nylon filaments should be avoided, as they also ignite.

—Do not pop popcorn in your microwaveoven unless in a

special microwave popcorn

ccessory or unless you use opcorn labeled for use in

microwave ovens.

—Do not operatethe ovenwhile emptyto avoiddamage to the

ovenand the danger of fire. If by

accident the oven should run empty a minute or two, no harm is done. However, try to avoid operating the oven empty atall times—it saves energy and prolongs life of the oven.

—If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and dis: connect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

s Some products such as whole eggs and sealed con-

tainers—for example, closed glassjars—may explode and should not be heated in this oven.

e See door surface cleaning

structions on page 32.

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e Don’tdefrostfrozenbever-

agesin narrow necked bottles;

especially carbonated ones.

Evenif the container is opened, pressure can build up. This can

causethe container to burst,

resulting in injury. e Use metalonly as directedin

Cookbook.Metal strips as used

on meat roasts are helpful when

used as shown in Cookbook.

TV dinners may be cooked in

metal trays. However, when using metal in microwave oven,

keep metalat leastl-inch away from sidesof oven.

e Cooking utensi!smay

becomehot becauseof heat

transferred from the heated food. This is especially true if plastic wrap has been covering the top and handles of the

utensil. Potholders may be needed to handle the utensil.

Q Sometimes the ovenfloor

can becometoo hot to touch.

Be careful touching the floor

during and after.cooking.

s Do not useany thermometer

in food you are microwaving

unless that thermometer is

designed or recommended for

use in the microwave oven. e Removethe temperature

probefrom the ovenwhen not usingit to cook with. If you leave

the probe inside the oven without inserting it in food or liquid, and turn on microwave energy, it can create electrical arcing in the oven, and damage oven walls.

@ Boiling eggs (in and out of shell)is not recommendedfor microwave cooking. Pressure can build up inside egg yolk and may cause it to burst, resulting in injury.

s Foodswith unbrokenouter “skin”such as potatoes, hot dogs or sausages,tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other giblets, and eggs (seeabove) should be pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking.

@ Avoidheatingbabyfood in glassjars, evenwithout their

lids; especially meat and egg mixtures.

e PlasticUtensils—Plastic utensils designed for microwave cooking are very useful, but should be used carefully. Even

microwave plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic

materials and may soften or

char if subjected to short periods

of overcooking. In longer expo-

sures to overcooking, the food

and utensils could ignite. For

these reasons:1) Use micro-

wave plastics only “and use them” in strict compliance with the utensil manufacturer’s

recommendations. 2) Do not

subject empty utensils to micro-

waving. 3) Do not permit children

to use plastic utensils without

complete supervision.

@ “Boilable”cookingpouches

and tightlyclosedplasticbags

should be slit, pierced or vented

as directed’in Cookbook. If they

are not, plastic could burst dur-

ing or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in injury. Also, plastic storage containers should be at leastpartially uncovered becausethey form a tight seal.

When cooking with containers

tightly ,coveredwith plastic wrap,

remove covering carefully and

direct steam away from hands

and face.

-e Useof the DOUBLE DUTYTM- shelfaccessory.To position shelf so that it is securely

“seated,” insert into the oven

cavity above shelf supports and

completely to the back oven

wall. Drop in?oplace so that the

recessed areas are over the shelf supports. To remove sheIf, lift shelf above supports and then

pull forward and out. Do not

place food on shelf unless it is securely “seated” on the supports. @When the shelf is not in use,

remove from the oven. @ ,Donot use a microwave

browning dish on shelf.

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IMPORTANTSAFEV INSTRUCTIONS

(continued) oven:

Standawayfromthe range

when openingovendoor.The hot air or steamwhichescapes can causeburnsto hands,face andlor eyes.

@ Don’t heatunopenedfood containersin the oven.Pressure could buildup andthecontainer could burstcausingan injury.

e Keep oven vent ducts

unobstructed.

e Keep oven free from grease

build up.

a+place

position while oven is cool. If

racks must be handled when

hot, do not let potholder contact

heating units in the oven.

s pulling out shelf to the shelf

stop is a convenience in lifting

heavy foods. It is also a precaution against burns from touching

hot surfaces of the door or oven walls.

@When using cooking or roast-

ing bags in oven,follow the

manufacturer’s directions.

newspapers. If overheated, they can catch fire.

oven rack in desired

DO not use your oven to dry

Se!f”cleaningoven:

@ DOnot cleandoorgasket.

The door gasket is essential for

a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or

move the gasket.

DO not use oven cleaners.

No commercial ovencleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven.

@ Clean only parts listed

Use and Care Book.

Beforeself-cleaningthe oven,

remove broiler pan and other utensils.

in this

Sutiacecookingunits:

@ UseProperPanSize—This

appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different size.Select utensils having flat

bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element. The useof undersized utensils will expose a portion of the

heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of

utensil to burner will also

improve efficiency.

e Never leavesudace units

unattendedat highheatsettings.

Boilover causes smoking and

greasy spillovers that may catch

on fire.

@ Be

ducts are not covered and are in place. Their absence during cooking

linedrippans or anywhere in the oven except as described in this book. Misuse could result

glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed containers are suitable for range-top ser-

vice; others may break because

of the sudden change in temperature (See Section on “Sur-

face Cooking” for suggestions.)

flammable materials, and spillage;the handle of a container should be positioned so that it is turned toward the center of the

sure drip pans and vent

could damage range

parts and wiring. @ Don’t use

in a shock, fire hazard,or damage to the range.

e Only certain types of glass,

TO minimize burns, ignition of

range without extending over nearby surface units.

@ Don’t

removablesurfaceunits.Don’t putthem in a dishwasher.

aluminum foil to

immerse or soak

@ Always turn

OFF beforeremovingutensil. @ Keep an eye on foods being

fried at HIGH or MEDIUM HIGH

heats. @

burnor electricshock,always be certainthatthe controlsfor allsurfaceunitsare at OFF posi-

tionand allcoilsarecool before

attemptingto removethe unit.

e When flaming foodsunder

the hood,turn thefan off.The fan, if operating,mayspread theflame.

@ Foodsforfryingshouldbe as

dryas possible.Frost on frozen

foods or moisture on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble up and over sides of pan.

e ‘~selittle fat for effective

shallow or deep-fat frying. Fill-

ing the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added.

@ If a combination of oils or fats will be used in frying, stir together before heating, or as fats melt slowly.

watch as it heats.

@ Use deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent over-heating fat beyond the smoking point.

SAVETHESE

INSTRUCTIONS

surfaceunitto

TO avoidthe possibilityof a

Always heatfat slowly,and

EnergySavingTips

@ Use proper power level as recommended and DO NOT

OVERCOOK.

a DOnot operate the oven while empty. If by accident the oven should run empty a minute or two,

no harm is done. However,try to avoid operating the oven empty at all times—savesenergy and also ensuresgood long term life of oven.

@ Usecooking utensils of medium weight aluminum, tight-fitting covers,and flat bottoms which completely cover the heated portion of the surface unit.

@ Cook fresh vegetableswith a minimum amount of water in a covered pan.

@ Watch foods when bringing them quickly to cooking temperatures at HIGH heat. When food

reachescooking temperature,

reduce heat immediately to lowest

setting that will keep it cooking.

@ Use residual heat with surface

cooking whenever possible. For example, when cooking eggs in the shell bring water to boil, then turn to OFF position to complete the

cooking.

@ Always turn surface unit OFF

before removing utensil.

@ Use correct heat for cooking task . . .

(if time allows, do not use HIGH

heatto start), medium high—quick

brownings, medium—slow frying,

low—finish cooking most quantities, simmer—double boiler heat, finish cooking, and special for small quantities.

@ When boiling water for tea or coffee, heat only the amount

needed. It is not economical to boil a container full of water for only one or two cups.

high heatsto start cooking

ovencooking

e Preheatthe oven only when necessary.Most foods will cook

satisfactorily without preheating,

If you find preheating is necessary,

keep an eye on the indicator light, and put food in the oven promptly after the light goes out.

@ Always turn oven OFF before

removing food.

@ During baking, avoid frequent

door openings. Keepdoor open as

short a time as possible when it is

opened.

e Forself-cleaning oven, be sure

to wipe up excessspillage before

self-cleaning operation.

e Cook complete oven meals

instead of just one food item.

Potatoes, other vegetables,and

some dessertswill cook together

with a main-dish casserole,meat

loaf, chicken or roast. Choose

foods that cook at the same tem-

perature in approximately the same

time.

@ Use residual heat in oven when-

ever possible to finish cooking cas-

seroles, oven meals,etc. Also add

rolls or precooked dessertsto warm

oven, using residual heat to warm

them.

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FeaturesofYourCooking Center

MicrowaveOven

1. Door Handle. Pull to open door. Door

must be securely latched for oven to operate.

2. Inside Door Latches.

3. Window with Metal Shield. Allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in oven.

4. Light.

5. PlasticAntenna Cover. Protects the antenna which distributes microwave energy into the oven.

& Oven Vent.

7. Oven Floor.

8. MICROTHERMOMETER’Mtemperature probe.

!3.Receptacle for Temperature Probe.

10. DOIJBLE-DUTYTMshelf. Lets you micro-

wave several foods at once. (See Safety Instructions for special instructions.) When this shelf is not in use, please remove from the oven.

11.Readout Display and Touch Control Pads.

12. Cooking Charts. Quick refe:ence for

Codes for many frequently prepared foods.

13. Model and Serial Numbers—located

inside upper oven on left side.

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conventional oven

14. Oven Set (Clean) Knob.

15. Oven “ON” Light.

16. Oven Temp (Clean) Knob.

17. Oven Cycling Light.

18. Automatic OvenTimer, Clock, Minute Timer.

19. Oven Timer (Clean) Dial.

20. Latch ReleaseButton.

21. Latch.

22. Self-Cleaning Oven Clean Light.

23. Lock Light.

24. Shelf Support.

25. Oven Shelves.

26. Oven Frame.

27. Door Gasket.

28. Window.

29. Door Liner.

30. Broiler Pan and Rack.

31. Oven iLightSwitch—Door.

32. Storage Drawer.

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Model Rf-1960G

surfaceunits

33. CALROD@plug-in surface units— Chrome-Plated Drip Pan/Rings or

separate Chrome-Plated Trim Rings

and Porcelain Drip Pans.

34. Master indicating Light for Surface Units.

35. Controlsfor Surface Units.

36. FluorescentLamp Switch.

37. Surface Light.

38. RemovableVent Duct for Lower Oven—

located under right rear unit.

39. Removable Metal Plates for Optional

Ventilating Hood Grease Filters.

MicrowaveOvenTouchControlPanel

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DISPLAY. Displays time of day, time or temperature during cooking functions (or power level when Power Level Pad is touched).

POWER LEVEL. Touch this pad before entering

another power level number if you want to change from automatic Power Level 10 (HIGH) for cooking or Power Level 3 (LOW) for defrosting.

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

CLEAR/OFF. When touched, it shuts off the

oven and erases all settings (except time of day).

l=lOLD/TIMER. This feature uses no microwave

energy while it functions as both a kitchen timer or as a holding period between defrost and time or temperature cooking. (See page 13.)

CLOCK. Touch this pad to enter time of day or

check time of day while microwaving. To set clock, first touch CLOCK pad and then ehter time of day. For example, if time is 1:30, touch

number pads 1, 3, and Oand 1:30 will appear in display. Retouch CLOCK pad. To reset or change time, simply repeat above process,

NUMBER PADS. Touch these pads to enter

cooking/defrosting time, time of day, temperature, Power Level, Auto Roast Code or QUICK SET digits.

QUICK SET CONTROL. Use this pad as a short-cut method for entering cooking time, and power level. (See page 16.)

AUTO ROAST. Insert Probe, touch this pad, and desired number pad for Code to temperature cook meat with automatic preset program.

(See page 14.)

10.

TIME COOK. Microwave for a preset amount of time using automatic Power Level 10 (or change

power level after entering cooking time. See page 10.)

11.

DEFROST. Gentle, generally uniform thawing at automatic Power Level 3 (or change power level after entering defrosting time. See page 11.)

12.

TEMP COOK. Use the temperature probe to cook by using a preset temperature. Oven shows temperature until preset temperature is reached and then turns off. (See page 12.)

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CookingbyTime

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The TIME COOK feature allows you to preset the cooking time.

The oven shuts off automatically. Power Level 10 is automatically set

for time cooking, but you may change this for more flexibility. See your Cookbook.

To become better acquainted with TIME COOK function, make a cup of coffee by following the steps

below.

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Step 1: Fill a cup 2/3 full of water and add 1 teaspoon of freeze dried coffee. Use a cup that has no metal decoration. Place cup in oven and close door.

Step 2: Touch TIME COOK. The display shows :0. Signal light above TIME COOK flashes. Power Level 10 is automatically set in oven, but does not appear in display.

Questions

andAnswers

Q. 1set my oven for the time called for in the recipe but at the end of the time allowed, my dish wasn’t done. What happened?

A. Since housespower varies due to time or location, many Time Cook recipes give YOUa time range to prevent overcooking. Set the oven for minimum time, test the food for doneness, and cook your dish a little longer, if necessary.

Step 3: Select your time. Touch

1,2 and O for a minute and 20 seconds. 1:20 and signal light above TIME COOK appear on display. If another Power Level is desired touch POWER LEVEL and the number, although Power Level 10

(HIGH) is preferred for this cup of coffee.

Q. I want to cook my dish on a Power Level other than HIGH, what

do I need to do? A. To change the Power Level,

touch the POWER LEVEL pad after

entering desired cooking time. Enter the desired number and then

touch START.

Q. Can I interrupt my Time Cook function to check the food?

A. Yes. To resume cooking, simply close the door and touch START. NOTE: Microwave power will not come on until you are ready. You must touch START for cooking to begin.

Step 4: Touch START. Time counting down shows on display.

Step 5: When time is up, oven sounds and oven, light, and fan shut off.

Q. I touched the number pads and selected my power level. When I touched START, however, my oven didn’t come on. Why not?

A. The TIME COOK pad must be touched before setting the number pads or else your oven will not begin cooking.

Q. I tried to change Power Level but the display changed back to cooking time. Why?

A. After touching Power Level pad

You only have 4 seconds to enter ~he number. Try setting controls

again.

Howto useDefrost

EiEK

The Defrost setting is designed for even thawing necessary for large amounts of food and is one of the most important advantages of a microwave oven.

@ Power Level 3 is automatically

set for defrosting, but you may change this for more flexibility.

@ See your Cookbook for the

complete defrosting chart.

Defrosting Tips

Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the package,

@ For even defrosting, many foods need to be broken up or separated part of the way through the defrosting time.

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To become better acquainted with your Defrost function, defrost frozen pork chops by following the steps below.

Step 1: Place package of frozen chops in the oven and close door.

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Step 2: Touch DEFROST, Display reads :0. Power Level 3 is automatically set in oven- but does not appear on readout. Signal Light above DEF. flashes.

Questions

andAnswers

Q. When I press START, I hear a

dull thumping noise. What is it? A. This sound is normal. It is letting

you know the oven is using a Power Level lower than HIGH.

Q. Can I Defrost small items in a hurry?

A. Yes, but they will need more frequent attention than usual. Raise the Power Level after entering the time by touching POWER LEVEL

and 7 or 10. Power Level 7 cuts the time about in %; Power Level 10 cuts the time to approximately %.

During either, rotate or stir food frequently.

~/ Step 4: Touch START. Time counts

down on display. When cycle is completed, the oven signals and automatically shuts off.

Step 5: Turn package over, close

door and repeat Steps 2, 3 and 4.

Step 6: When oven signals and shuts off, remove package and separate chops to finish defrosting.

Q. Can I open the door during DEFROST to check on the progress of my food?

A. Yes. You may open the door at

any time during microwaving. To resume defrosting, close the door and press START.

Q. Why don’t the defrosting times in the Cookbook seem right for my food?

A. Cookbook times are average.

Defrosting time can vary according to the temperature in your freezer. Set your oven for the time indicated in your Cookbook. If your food is still not completely thawed at the end of that time, re-set your oven and adjust the time accordingly.

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@Homemade dinners can be

frozen in shallow foil trays and

heated for later use. (Do not heat on metal shelf). Select foods

which microwave well.

o Pre-packaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and microwave cooked, but foil tray must be returned to box before cooking on metal shelf.

e Check your Cookbook for

other defrosting tips.

Q. Can I select a Power Level other

than automatic Power Level 3 for

defrosting?

A. Yes. Some smaller foods may be defrosted quicker on higher Power

Levels but for even, carefree defrosting, Power Level 3 is suggested. Check the chart in the Cookbook for specific times and

Power Levels.

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