GE RVM1535DMBB, RVM1535MMSA, RVM1535, RVM1535DMCC, RVM1535DMWW User Manual

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Over the Range Microwave Oven
Owner’s Manual
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Helpful Information
Microwave Terms 29 Care and Cleaning 30
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Before You Call For Service 35 Hotpoint Service Numbers 37 Warranty Back Cover
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Important Safety Information
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy 2
Special Notes About Microwaving 5
Operating Instructions
Features of Your Microwave 10 The Controls on Your Microwave 11 Time Features 14 Convenience Features 20 Other Features 24
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RVM1535
DE68-62382F 39-40541-1
10-08 JR
For a Spanish version of this manual, visit our Website at Hotpoint.com.
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Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model# ______________________________
Serial# ______________________________
Find these numbers on a label inside the oven.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Do Not Attempt
to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
Do Not Place
any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
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:
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door (bent),
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hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
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door seals and sealing surfaces.
The Oven Should Not
be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
WARNING
Read and follow the
specific “Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy” on page 2.
This appliance must be
grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See Grounding Instructions section on page 9.
Do not mount this
appliance over a sink.
Install or locate this
appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.
This over-the-range oven
was designed for use over ranges no wider than 36. It may be installed over both gas and electric cooking equipment.
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. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by General Electric Service or an authorized service agent using a power cord from General Electric.
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.
This microwave oven is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges.
This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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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.
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 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.
— Do not use the
Sensor Features twice in succession on the same food portion. If food is under cooked after the first countdown, use
Time Cook
for additional
cooking time.
See door surface cleaning
instructions in the Care and Cleaning section(s) of this manual.
This appliance must only
be serviced by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
As with any appliance,
close supervision is necessary when used by children.
Do not store anything
directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
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SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by:
The metal shelf (if
included) not installed correctly so it touches the microwave wall.
The temperature probe
(if included) in the microwave but not inserted in the food.
Metal or foil touching
the side of the oven.
Foil not molded to food
(upturned edges act like antennas).
Metal, such as twist-ties,
poultry pins or gold­rimmed dishes, in the microwave.
Recycled paper towels
containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave.
If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem.
ARCING
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 sealed containers—for example, closed jars—are able to explode and should not be heated in this microwave oven. Such use of 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.
FOODS
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SAFETY FACT
SUPERHEATED WATER
Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea, are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
— Do not overheat the
liquid.
— Stir the liquid both
before and halfway through heating it.
— Do not use straight-sided
containers with narrow necks.
— After heating, allow
the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.
— Use extreme care when
inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
Avoid heating baby food
in glass jars, even with the lid off. Make sure all infant food is thoroughly cooked. Stir food to distribute the heat evenly. Be careful to prevent scalding when warming formula or breast milk. The container may feel cooler than the milk really is. Always test the milk before feeding the baby.
Don’t defrost frozen
beverages in narrow­necked 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.
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 INTERNAL temperature of 160°F and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING
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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.”
If you 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 1 cup of water—set the measuring cup either in or next to the dish. Microwave 30–45 seconds at high. If the 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.
If you 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 styrofoam 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.
MICROWAVE­SAFE COOKWARE
How to test for a microwave­safe dish.
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Use foil only as directed in
this manual. When using foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1away from the sides of the oven.
Plastic cookware—Plastic
cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used carefully. Even microwave­safe plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of overcooking. In longer exposures to overcooking, the food and cookware could ignite.
Follow these guidelines:
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Use microwave-safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer’s recommendations.
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Do not microwave empty containers.
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Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision.
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 vent 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.
THE VENT FAN
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING
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NOTICE – PACEMAKERS
Most pacemakers are shielded from interference from electronic products,
including microwaves. However, patients with pacemakers may wish
to consult their physicians if they have concerns.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS/OPTIONAL KITS
WARNING
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
If the 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.
Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance.
Do not use 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.
For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Filler Panel Kits JX40WH—White JX41—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.
JX81J—Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit
Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be vented to the outside.
Available at extra cost from your GE supplier, or see the Hotpoint Service numbers.
Optional Kits
Ensure proper ground exists before use.
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JX81J
JX40, JX41
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Operating Instructions
Features of Your Microwave
(Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.)
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1 Door Handle.
Pull to open the door. The door must be securely latched for the microwave to operate.
2 Door Latches.
3 Window with Metal
Shield.
Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.
4 Touch Control Panel.
5 Cooktop Light.
6 Grease Filter.
7 Removable Turntable.
Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning.
8 Convenience Guide.
NOTE:
The rating plate and oven vent are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.
The interior light is located on the top of the cavity.
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Time Features
Time Cooking
Press Enter
TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) Amount of cooking time. TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time. MINUTE COOK (Press 1–6) Starts immediately! POWER LEVEL Power level 1–10. ADD 30 SEC. Starts immediately!
Quick Start
The Controls on Your Microwave Oven
(Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.)
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You can microwave by time, temperature or with the convenience features.
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Convenience Features
Press Enter Option
POPCORN Starts immediately! more/less time
serving size
BEVERAGE Starts immediately! serving size REHEAT (See Reheat Guide) serving size AUTO DEFROST Food weight
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GUIDE ON MICROWAVE
Before you begin, check the guide located on the inside front of the oven when you open the door.
GUIDES IN BOOK
Cooking
Time Defrost
Reheat
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Quick Start
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Operating Instructions
Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking. The power levels on the microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range. High (power level 10) or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100% power. Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. Power level 7 is microwave energy 70% of the time. Power level 3 is energy 30% of the time.
A high setting (10) will cook faster but food may need more frequent stirring, rotating or turning over. Most cooking will be done on High (power level
10). 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 power level 3— 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:
How to Change the Power Level
The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for TIME COOK, TIME DEFROST or MINUTE COOK. The power level may also be changed during time countdown.
1 Press TIME COOK, TIME
DEFROST or MINUTE COOK.
2 Enter cooking or
defrosting time. 3 Press POWER LEVEL. 4 Select desired power
level 1–10. 5 Press START.
Power Level Best Uses
High 10
Fish, bacon, vegetables, boiling liquids.
Med-High 7
Gentle cooking of meat and poultry; baking casseroles and reheating.
Medium 5
Slow cooking and tenderizing such as stews and less tender cuts of meat.
Low 2 or 3
Defrosting without cooking; simmering; delicate sauces.
Warm 1
Keeping food warm without overcooking; softening butter.
Changing Power Levels
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Time Cook 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.
You may open the door during Time Cook to check the food. Close the door and press START to resume cooking.
Time Cook II
Lets you change power levels automatically during cooking. Here’s how to do it:
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Press TIME COOK.
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Enter the first cook time.
3
Change the power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level 1–10.)
4
Press TIME COOK again.
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Enter the second cook time.
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Change the power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a power level 1–10.)
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Press START.
At the end of Time Cook I, Time Cook II counts down.
1 Press TIME COOK.
2 Enter cooking time.
3 Change power level
if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level 1–10.)
4 Press START.
Time Cook
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Cooking Guide for Time Cook I & II
NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted.
Vegetable Amount Time Comments
Asparagus
(fresh spears) 1 lb. 6 to 9 min., In 11⁄2-qt. oblong glass baking dish,
Med-High (7) place 1/4 cup water.
(frozen spears) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole.
Beans
(fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half 9 to 11 min. In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water. (frozen green) 10-oz. package 6 to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
(frozen lima) 10-oz. package 6 to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
Beets
(fresh, whole) 1 bunch 17 to 21 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
Broccoli
(fresh cut) 1 bunch 7 to 10 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
(1
1
4 to 11⁄2 lbs.)
(fresh spears) 1 bunch 9 to 13 min. In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place
(1
1
4 to 11⁄2 lbs.) 1/4 cup water.
(frozen, 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole. chopped)
(frozen spears) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
water.
Cabbage
(fresh) 1 medium head 8 to 11 min. In 11⁄2- or 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup
(about 2 lbs.) water.
(wedges) 7 to 10 min. In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup
water.
Carrots
(fresh, sliced) 1 lb. 7 to 9 min. In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. (frozen) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
Cauliflower
(flowerets) 1 medium head 9 to 14 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water. (fresh, whole) 1 medium head 10 to 17 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water. (frozen) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
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Vegetable Amount Time Comments
Corn
(frozen kernel) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
Corn on the cob
(fresh) 1 to 5 ears 3 to 4 min. In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place
per ear corn. If corn is in husk, use no water;
if corn has been husked, add 1/4 cup water. Rearrange after half of time.
(frozen) 1 ear 5 to 6 min. Place in 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish.
2 to 6 ears 3 to 4 min. Cover with vented plastic wrap.
per ear Rearrange after half of time.
Mixed vegetables
(frozen) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
water.
Peas
(fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. unshelled
9 to 12 min.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
(frozen) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
Potatoes
(fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes
9 to 12 min.
Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes. Place
white) (6 to 8 oz. each) in 2-qt. casserole with 1/2 cup water.
Stir after half of time.
(fresh, whole, 1 (6 to 8 oz.) 3 to 4 min. Pierce with cooking fork. Place in sweet or white) center of the oven. Let stand 5 minutes.
Spinach
(fresh) 10 to 16 oz. 5 to 7 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place washed spinach. (frozen, 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
chopped water. and leaf)
Squash
(fresh, summer 1 lb. sliced 5 to 7 min. In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. and yellow)
(winter, acorn 1 to 2 squash 8 to 11 min. Cut in half and remove fibrous butternut)
(about 1 lb. each)
membranes. In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place squash cut-side­down. Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes.
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Time Features
Allows you to defrost for the length of time you select. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times.
Power level 3 is automatically set, but you may change this for more flexibility. You may defrost small items more quickly by raising the power level after entering the time. However, they will need more frequent attention than usual.
Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in about half; power level 10 cuts the total time to approximately 1/3. Rotate or stir food frequently.
At one half of selected defrosting time, turn food over and break apart or rearrange pieces for more even defrosting. Shield any warm areas with small pieces of foil.
A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting. This sound is normal when the oven is not operating at High power.
Defrosting Tips
Foods frozen in paper or
plastic can be defrosted in the package. Tightly closed packages should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage containers should be at least 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.
Foods that spoil easily, such
as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork, should not be allowed to sit out for more than one hour after defrosting. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.
For more even defrosting
of larger foods, such as beef, lamb and veal roasts, use Auto Defrost.
Be sure large meats are
completely defrosted before cooking.
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.
Time Defrost
1 Press TIME DEFROST.
2 Enter defrosting time.
3 Press START.
(Auto Defrost explained in the section on Convenience Features.)
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Food Time Comments
Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls
(1 piece) 1 min.
Sweet rolls
(approx. 12 oz.) 3 to 5 min.
Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen
(1 lb.) 6 to 8 min.
Shellfish, small pieces
(1 lb.) 5 to 7 min. Place block in casserole. Turn over and
break up after half the time.
Fruit Plastic pouch—1 to 2
3 to 6 min.
(10-oz. package)
Meat Bacon
(1 lb.) 2 to 5 min. Place unopened package in oven.
Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting.
Franks
(1 lb.) 2 to 5 min. Place unopened package in oven.
Microwave just until franks can be separated. Let stand 5 minutes, if necessary, to complete defrosting.
Ground meat
(1 lb.) 5 to 7 min. Turn meat over after half the time.
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork
12 to 16 min. Use power level 1. per lb.
Steaks, chops and cutlets
5 to 7 min. Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish. per lb. Turn over after half the time and shield
warm areas with foil. When finished, separate pieces and let stand to complete defrosting.
Poultry Chicken, broiler-fryer
15 to 19 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap
cut up
(21⁄2 to 3 lbs.) and turn over after half the time. When
finished, separate pieces and microwave 2–4 minutes more, if necessary. Let stand to finish defrosting.
Chicken, whole
17 to 21 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. After half
(2
1
2 to 3 lbs.) the time, unwrap and turn chicken over.
Shield warm areas with foil. Finish defrosting. If necessary, run cold water in the cavity until giblets can be removed.
Cornish hen
7 to 13 min. Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast­per lb. side-up. Turn over after half the time.
Run cool water in the cavity until giblets can be removed.
Turkey breast
(4 to 6 lbs.) 5 to 9 min. Place unwrapped breast in dish breast-
per lb. side-down. After half the time, turn over
and shield warm areas with foil. Finish defrosting. Let stand 1–2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting.
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Time Features
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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.
Add 30 Seconds
This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1 –6 minutes.
Press one of the Minute Cook pads (from 1 to 6) for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.
The power level can be changed as time is counting down. Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1–10.
Minute Cook
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How to Use the Popcorn Feature
1
Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 3.0 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave.
2
Press POPCORN. The oven starts immediately. Tap POPCORN to select the bag size you are cooking.
How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time
If you find that the brand of popcorn you use underpops or overcooks consistently, you can add or subtract 20 seconds to the automatic popping time.
To add time:
After pressing POPCORN, press 9 immediately after the oven starts for an extra 20 seconds.
To subtract time:
After pressing POPCORN, press 1 immediately after the oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time.
Popcorn
Operating Instructions
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(less time)
(more time)
Use only with prepackaged
microwave popcorn weighing
3.0 to 3.5 ounces.
Convenience Features
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The Reheat feature reheats servings of many previously cooked foods.
1
Press REHEAT.
2
Select food type 1–7 for one serving (see Reheat Guide below). The oven starts immediately.
3
Press 2 or 3 to change the serving size.
NOTE: The serving size may be changed or added after the oven starts. Press number pad 2 or 3. The serving size for food type 7 cannot be changed.
Reheat
1 Pasta
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
2 Meats and casseroles
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
3 Fruits and vegetables
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
4 Beverages (8–10 oz.)
Works best with wide mouth mug—do not cover.
5 Sauces and gravies
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
6 Pizza (slices)
Do not cover.
7 Plate of leftovers
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
(2–3 foods, 4 oz. each)
Food Type Comments
Reheat Guide
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Operating Instructions
Convenience Features
The Beverage feature heats 4 ounce, 8 ounce or 12 ounce servings of any beverage.
Press BEVERAGE. The oven starts immediately.
The serving size is automatically set at 4 ounces, but can be changed by tapping BEVERAGE to select 8 or 12 ounces.
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot. Remove the container with care.
Beverage
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Auto Defrost
Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish weighing up to six pounds.
There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the oven.
Remove meat from
package and place on microwave-safe dish.
Twice during defrost,
the oven signals TURN. At each TURN signal, turn the food over. Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil.
After defrosting, most
meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting. Large roasts should stand for about 30 minutes.
1 Press AUTO DEFROST.
2 Using the Conversion
Guide at right, enter food weight. For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces).
3 Press START.
(Time Defrost is explained in the Time Features section.)
Conversion Guide
If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the ounces must be converted to tenths (.1) of a pound.
Weight of Enter Food Food in Weight Ounces (tenths of
a pound)
1–2 .1
3.2
4–5 .3
6–7 .4
8.5
9–10 .6
11 .7
12–13 .8
14–15 .9
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Guide
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To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display “END” and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF.
Cooking Complete Reminder
Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving.
1
Press CLOCK.
2
Enter time of day.
3
Press START or CLOCK.
Clock
Operating Instructions
Other Features Your Model May Have
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To turn the clock display off, press and hold 0 for about three seconds.
To redisplay the clock, repeat.
Display On/Off
Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 24 hours.
1
Press DELAY START.
2
Enter the time you want the oven to start. (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.)
3
Select any combination of Auto or Time Defrost or Time Cook I & II.
4
Press START.
The Delay Start time will be displayed. The oven will automatically start at the delayed time.
The time of day may be displayed by pressing CLOCK.
Delay Start
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In addition to starting many functions, START/PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display.
Start/Pause
Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating.
To use the timer as a minute timer when the oven is not operating:
1
Press TIMER ON/OFF.
2
Enter the time you want to count down.
3
Press START/PAUSE to start.
When time is up, the oven will signal.
NOTE:
The timer indicator will be lit while the timer is operating.
To use the timer while the oven is operating:
1
Press TIMER ON/OFF.
2
Enter the time you want to count down.
3
Wait 5 seconds. The timer will start counting down automatically.
When time is up, the oven will signal. To turn off the timer signal, press TIMER ON/OFF.
Timer On/Off
Operating Instructions
Other Features Your Model May Have
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You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children.
To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CLEAR/OFF for about three seconds. When the control panel is locked, “LOC” will be displayed.
Child Lock-Out
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When the microwave oven is off, you may operate the vent fan:
1
Press the Vent Fan pad once for high fan speed.
2
Press the Vent Fan pad a second time for low fan speed.
3
Press the Vent Fan pad a third time to turn the fan off.
When the microwave is on, the vent fan will automatically turn on at low fan speed, stay on while the microwave is operating and automatically turn off after the microwave goes off if the Vent Fan pad is not pressed.
When the microwave oven is on you may also:
1
Press the Vent Fan pad once for high fan speed.
2
Press the Vent Fan pad a second time for low fan speed.
3
Press the Vent Fan pad a third time to set the fan to turn off automatically after the microwave goes off.
If the vent fan is still operating after the microwave goes off, press the Vent Fan pad until it turns off.
NOTE: The vent fan cannot be turned off while the microwave is operating.
Vent Fan
Press to turn the surface light on or off.
Surface Light
Operating Instructions
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The vent fan removes steam and other vapors from surface cooking and cools internal parts in the microwave oven.
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Helpful Information
Microwave Terms
Arcing
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by:
metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like
antennas).
metal such as twist ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
Covering
Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape.
Shielding
In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over-browning. When microwaving, you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry, which would cook before larger parts.
Standing Time
When you cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set. Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack.
Venting
After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape.
Term Definition
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An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh.
NOTE: Be certain the power is off before cleaning any part of this oven.
Helpful Hints
Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door
Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel; others may require a damp cloth. Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls.
Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave.
Shelf (if included)
Clean with mild soap and water or in the dishwasher.
Do not clean in a self­cleaning oven.
Removable Turntable and Turntable Support
To prevent breakage, do not place the turntable into water just after cooking. Wash it carefully in warm, sudsy water or in the dishwasher. The turntable and support can be broken if dropped. Remember, do not operate the oven without the turntable and support in place.
Temperature Probe (if included)
Clean immediately after using. To clean, wipe with a sudsy cloth, then rub lightly with a plastic scouring ball if necessary. Rinse and dry. The probe can also be washed in the dishwasher.
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Helpful Information
Care and Cleaning
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Case
Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth. Rinse and then dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth.
Control Panel
Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the panel—they can damage it. Some paper towels can also scratch the control panel.
Door Panel
Before cleaning the front door panel, make sure you know what type of panel you have. Refer to the eighth digit of the model number. “S” is metallic, "G" is graphite, “L” is CleanSteel and “B”, “W” or “C” are plastic colors.
Stainless Steel
The stainless steel panel can be cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product using a clean, soft cloth. Apply stainless cleaner carefully to avoid the surrounding plastic parts. Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleach or products containing chlorine on Stainless Steel finishes.
CleanSteel, Metallic or Graphite
Use a clean, soft, light and lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly. Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleach or products containing any chemical agent on the CleanSteel, Graphite or Metallic surfaces.
Plastic Color Panels
Use a clean, soft, lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly.
Door Seal
It’s important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.
Bottom
Clean off the grease and dust on the bottom often. Use a solution of warm water and detergent.
We recommend against using cleaners with ammonia or alcohol, as they can damage the appearance of the microwave oven. If you choose to use a common household cleaner, first apply the cleaner directly to a clean cloth, then wipe the soiled area.
How to Clean the Outside
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Care and Cleaning
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To replace the bulb, first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug.
2
Remove the screw from light cover and lower the cover.
3
Be sure the bulb is cool before removing. After breaking the adhesive seal, remove the bulb by gently turning.
4
Replace the bulb. Close the light cover and secure the cover with the screw. Connect electrical power to the oven.
Replace the burned-out bulb with a 120 volt, 40-watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your GE supplier.
Cooktop Light
1
To replace the oven light, first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug.
2
Remove the front grille by backing out the 3 screws along the top. Slide the grille to the left, then pull straight out.
3
Remove the charcoal filter, if present. Reach into the opening, just right of center. The light bulb is located beneath a light compartment cover. Press and hold the center snap while lifting the tab on the left corner. Remove the cover. Remove the bulb by turning gently.
4
Install the replacement bulb. Reinstall the compartment cover and charcoal filter, if present, Reinstall the front grille panel with the 3 original screws.
5
Connect electrical power to the oven.
Replace the burned-out bulb with a 120 volt, 40-watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your GE supplier.
Oven Light
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Remove Screw
Interior Light
Housing
Helpful Information
Light Bulb Replacement
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The Exhaust Feature
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The vent fan has a metal reusable grease filter.
Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter.
The Vent Fan
Charcoal Filter
(on some models)
Reusable Grease Filter
The metal filter traps grease released by foods on the cooktop. It also prevents flames from foods on the cooktop from damaging the inside of the microwave.
For this reason, the filter must ALWAYS be in place when the hood is used. The grease filter should be cleaned once a month, or as needed.
Reusable Grease Filter
To remove, grasp the loop and slide the filter to the left side. Pull the filter down and out.
To clean the grease filter,
soak it and then swish it around in hot water and detergent. Don’t use ammonia or ammonia products because they will darken the metal. Light brushing can be used to remove embedded dirt.
Rinse, shake and let it dry before replacing.
To replace, slide the filter into the left side of the opening and pull toward the right.
Removing and Cleaning the Filter
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If the model is not vented to the outside, the air will be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that helps remove smoke and odors.
The charcoal filter should be replaced when it is noticeably dirty or discolored (usually after 6–12 months, depending on hood usage). See “Optional Kits,” page 9, for more information.
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must be replaced. Order Part No. WB02X11124 from your GE supplier.
Charcoal Filter (on some models)
To remove the charcoal filter, disconnect power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug.
Remove the front grille by backing out the 3 screws along the top. Slide the grille to the left, then pull straight out. Slide the filter toward the front of the oven and remove it.
To Remove Charcoal Filter
Remove 3 grille screws at the top of the oven.
To install a new filter, remove plastic and other outer wrapping from the new filter.
Insert the filter into the top opening of the oven as shown. It will rest at an angle on 2 side support tabs and in front of the right rear tab. Replace the grille and 3 screws.
To Install Charcoal Filter
Helpful Information
The Exhaust Feature
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If Something Goes Wrong
Before You Call For Service
Oven will not start
Floor of the oven is warm, even when the oven has not been used
“LOC” appears on display
Vent fan will not turn off
“BAD PROBE” appears on display
“PLEASE INSERT PROBE
“ appears
on display
“SENSOR ERROR” appears on display
Problem Possible Cause What to Do
A fuse in your home Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
Power surge. Unplug the microwave oven, then plug
it back in.
Plug not fully inserted Make sure the 3-prong plug on the into wall outlet. oven is fully inserted into wall outlet.
Door not securely closed. Open the door and close securely.
The cooktop light is This is normal. located below the oven floor. When the light is on, the heat it produces may make the oven floor get warm.
The control has been Press and hold CLEAR/OFF for locked. about 3 seconds to unlock the control.
The vent fan The vent fan cannot be turned off automatically turns on while the microwave is operating. to cool internal parts This is normal. Wait for the microwave while the microwave to turn off and the fan will either go is on. off automatically or you will need to
turn it off by pressing the Vent Fan pad after the microwave is off.
The probe has not been Insert the probe properly into the completely inserted into oven wall outlet. the oven wall outlet.
The probe is defective. Replace the probe.
Probe has been Insert the probe properly into the forgotten or not oven wall outlet. inserted properly.
When using a Sensor Do not open door until steam is feature, the door was sensed and time is shown counting opened before steam down on display. could
be detected.
Steam was not detected Use Time Cook to heat for more time. in maximum amount of time.
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Moisture on the oven
door and walls while cooking. Wipe the moisture off with a paper towel or soft cloth.
Moisture between the
oven door panels when cooking certain foods. Moisture should dissipate shortly after cooking is finished.
Steam or vapor escaping
from around the door.
Light reflection around
door or outer case.
Dimming oven light and
change in the blower sound at power levels other than high.
Dull thumping sound
while oven is operating.
The vent fan operating
while the microwave is operating. The vent fan will not go off nor can it be turned off until the microwave is off.
TV-radio interference
might be noticed while using the microwave. Similar to the interference caused by other small appliances, it does not indicate a problem with the microwave. Plug the microwave into a different electrical circuit, move the radio or TV as far away from the microwave as possible or check the position and signal of the TV/radio antenna.
Things That Are Normal
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If Something Goes Wrong
Before You Call For Service
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Extended Warranties
Hotpoint Service Numbers
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Hotpoint.com
800.626.2002
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home. (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.) Order on-line today, every day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
Parts and Accessories
Register Your Appliance
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Register your new appliance on-line— at your convenience!
Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise. You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.
Hotpoint Service Numbers
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LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original purchase, GE will replace any part in the microwave oven that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this
limited one-year warranty, GE will provide, free of charge, all labor and related service
costs to replace the defective part.
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All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care
®
servicers
during normal working hours.
Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, call
800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
Please have serial and model numbers available when calling for service.
MICROWAVE OVEN WARRANTY
What Is Covered
What Is Not Covered
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty.
Service trips to your home to teach you
how to use the product.
Improper installation, delivery or
maintenance.
If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, exhausting and other connecting facilities.
Product not accessible to provide
required service.
Replacement of house fuses or resetting
of circuit breakers.
Replacement of the cooktop light bulbs.
Failure of the product or damage to
the product if it is abused, misused (for example, cavity arcing from wire rack or metal/foil), or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
Damage to product caused by accident,
fire, floods or acts of God.
Incidental or consequential damage
caused by possible defects with this appliance.
Damage caused after delivery.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
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EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
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