GE SES0732DN1WW, SES0732DN1BB Owner’s Manual

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700 watts
model SES0732
Safetg Instructions .............. 2-5
Operating Instructions
Features ................................ 6
Quick Start ............................. 6
Changing Power Levels ................. 7
Convenience Features .............. !0,!!
Auto Feature .......................... !!
Other Features ........................ 12
Helpful Information
Microwave Terms ...................... 13
Care and Cleaning .................. !3,!4
If Something Goes Wrong .............. 14
Things That Are Normal ................ 14
Microwave Oven Warrantg ..... !5
Consumer Support ....... back cover
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY
For gour safetg, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent propertg damage, personal injurg 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 energ 9 It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safet 9 interlocks
Do Not Place an 9 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 isparticularl 9 important that the oven door close properl9 and that there isno damage to the:
1 door (bent),
2 hinges and latches (brokenor loosened), 3 door seals and sealing surfaces
The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired b9 angone except properl 9 qualified service personnel
WARNING!
Toreduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposureto excessivemicrowave energy:
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Thismicrowave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
Read and follow the specific "Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energg" above
This appliance must be grounded Connect onlg to properlg
rounded outlet See Grounding Instructions section on page/4
Install or locate this appliance onl 9 in accordance with the
provided Installation Instructions
Be certain to place the front surface of the door three inches or
more back from the countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping of the appliance in normal usage
Do not store angthing directl 9 on top of the microwave oven
surface when the oven is in operation
Use this appliance onl9 for its intended use as described inthis manual Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance This microwave oven is specificall 9 designed to heat, dr 9 or cook food and is not intended for laborator 9 or industrial use
Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug, if it is not working properl 9 or if it has been damaged or dropped
Do not cover or block an9 openings on the appliance
Do not store this appliance outdoors Do not use this product near
water-for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, near a sink or in similar locations
Keep power cord awag from heated surfaces
Do not immerse power cord or plug in water
Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavitg:
- Do not overcook food Carefull 9 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
Seedoor surface cleaning instructions in the Care and Cleaning section(s) of this manual
GE does not support an9 servicing of the microwave We strongl 9
recommend that 9ou do not attempt to service the microwave 9ourself
As with an 9 appliance, close supervision is necessar 9 when used b9 children
This appliance shall not be installed less than 36" above the floor
to the bottom of the product A minimum spacing of 3" must be
maintained between the microwave oven and the sidewalls
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT
MICROWAVING
ARCING
If gou see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFFpad and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is
caused bg:
° Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. ° Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). ° Metal, such as twist-ties, poultrg pins or gold-rimmed dishes,
in the microwave.
Recgcled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave.
FOODS
Do not pop popcorn in gour microwave oven unless in a special microwave popcorn accessorg or unless gou use popcorn labeled
for use in microwave ovens.
Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers-for example, closedjars-are able to explode and should not be heated
in this microwave oven. Such use of the microwave oven could result in injurg.
Do not boil eggs ina microwave oven. Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will cause itto burst, possiblg 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.
SAFETY FACT
SUPERHEATED WATER
Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea are able to be overheated begond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not alwags 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
Toreduce the riskof 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 babg food in glass jars, even with the lid off. Hake
sure all infant food is thoroughly cooked. Stir food to distribute the
heat evenly. Becareful to prevent scalding when warming formula. The container may feel cooler than the formula really is.Always test the formula before feeding the baby.
Don't defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked bottles (especiallg carbonated beverages). Even if the container is opened, pressure can build up. This can cause the container to burst, possiblg resulting in injurg.
Hot foods and steam can cause burns. Becareful when opening ang containers of hot food, including popcorn bags, cooking pouches and boxes. To prevent possible injurg, direct steam awag
from hands and face.
Do not overcook potatoes. Theg could dehgdrate and catch fire, causing damage to gour oven.
Cook meat and poultry thoroughly-meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°Fand poultrg to at least an INTERNALtemperature of 180°RCooking to these temperatures usuallg protects against
foodborne illness.
MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE
Hake sureall cookwareused in gour microwaveovenis suitable
for microwaving.Mostglasscasseroles, cookingdishes,measuringcups,custard cups,pottery or china dinnerwarewhich doesnot have metallictrim or glazewith ametallicsheencan be used.Somecookwareis labeled"suitablefor microwaving."
If gou are not sure if a dish is microwave-safe, use this test: Place in the oven both the dish gou are testing and a glass measuring cup filled with i cup of water-set the measuring cup either in or next to the dish. Microwave 1 minute at high. If the dish heats, it should not be used for microwaving. If the dish remains cool and onlg the water in the cup heats, then the dish is microwave-safe.
If gou use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT
MICROWAVING cont.
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 (likethose that meat ispackaged 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.
Papertowels, 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.
Usefoil only as directed in this manual, TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than 5//4" high; remove the top foil cover and return the tray to the box. When using foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least ]_"away from
the sides of the oven.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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, Ensurepropergroundexists
grounding reduces the risk of electric beforeuse. shock by providing an escape wire for
the electric current. This appliance isequipped 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.
For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit
breaker.
PREFERREDMETHOD
Plasticcookware-Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful,but should be used carefully. Evenmicrowave-safe plastic may not be astolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials, and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of overcooking. Inlonger exposures to overcooking, the food and cookware could ignite.
Follow these guidelines:
1 Usemicrowave-safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance
with the cookware manufacturer's recommendations.
2 Donot microwave empty containers. 3 Donot permit children to use plastic cookware without
complete supervision.
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ADAPTER PLUGS
Usage situations where appliance's power cord will be disconnected infrequentlg.
Becauseof potential safety hazards
under certain conditions, we strongly
recommend against the use of an adapter plug. However,if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTIONmay be made to a properly grounded two-prong wall
receptacle by the use of a ULlisted adapter which is available at most
local hardware stores. The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot
in the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord.
(Adapterplugsnot permittedin Canada}
Alignlarge
TEMPORARY andfirmconnection METHOD beforeuse.
CAUTION:Attaching the adapter ground terminal
to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw ismetal, and not insulated, and the wall receptacle is grounded through the house wiring.
You should have thecircuit checked by a qualified electricianto make sure the receptacle isproperly grounded.
When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the adapter with one hand. Ifthis is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use. Shouldthis happen, DO NOT
USEthe appliance until aproper ground has again been established.
Usage situations where appliance's power cord will bedisconnected frequently.
Do not use an adapter plug inthese situations becausefrequent disconnection of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal. You should havethe two-prong wall receptacle replaced with a three-prong (grounding)receptacle by a qualified electrician
before using the appliance.
EXTENSION CORDS
Ashort power supply cord is providedto reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Extensioncords may be used if you are careful in using them. Ifan extension cordis used-
] Themarked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least
asgreat asthe electrical rating of the appliance;
2 Theextension cord must be agrounding-type 3-wire cord and it
must be plugged into a 3-slotoutlet;
S Theextension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over
the countertop or tabletop where itcan be pulledon by children or tripped over unintentionally.
If you usean extension cord,the interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times may be longer,too.
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.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY
INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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Features
(Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.)
1. Door Latches.
2. Window with Metal Shield. Screen
allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined
in the oven.
3. Convenience Guide.
NOTE:Rating plate, oven vent(s) and
oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.
4. Touch Control Panel Display.
Quick Stclrt (Throughout this manual,features and appearance may vary from your model.)
The Controls on Your Microwave Oven
Youcan microwave by time or with the convenience features.
700Watt
5. Door Latch Release. Press latch
release to open the door.
6. Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using
the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning.
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Time Features
Enter
TIMECOOK Amount of cooking time. TIMEDEFROST(Amountof defrosting time) Amount of defrosting time.
30 SEC, StartsautomaticallLl!
POWERLEVEL ........... Powerlevel1-10
Convenience Features and Auto Feature
Enter
POPCORN 3.5-oz. or 3.0-oz. package BAKED POTATO i-4 servings
PIZZA 1-4 slices
BEVERAGE 1-4 servings REHEAT Food type 1-6 + 1-4 serving size
(Not available for Plate option)
TIME
COOK
TIME
DEFROST
POWER ADD
LEVEL 30 SEC
POPCORN BAKED
BEVERAGE VEGETABLE REHEAT
POTATO PIZZA
AUTO
DEFROST
VEGETABLE Food type 1-3 + 1-4 serving size
AUTO DEFROST Food weight
Changing Power Levels
Thepower level may beentered or changed immediately after entering the
feature time for TIME COOKor TIME
DEFROST.The powerlevelmay alsobe
changedduringtimecountdown.
Variable power levelsadd flexibility to
microwave cooking. Thepower levelson the microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range. Power level
10 or full power isthe fastest way to cook and gives you 100% power. Eachpower
levelgives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. Powerlevel7is
microwave energy 70% ofthe time. Power
level3isenergy 30% of the time. A high setting will cook faster but food
may need morefrequent stirring,rotating or turning over.Most cooking will be done on power level10.A lower setting will cook
more evenly and need lessstirring or
rotating of the food. Somefoods may hove better flavor,texture
or appearance if one of the lower settings
isused.Usea lower power levelwhen cooking foods that hove a tendency to boil over,such as scolloped potatoes.
Restperiods(when the microwave energy cycles off) give time for the food to "equalize"or transfer heat to the insideof the food. An example of this isshown with power level3-the defrost cycle. If microwave energy did not cycle off, the
outside of the food would cook beforethe insidewas defrosted.
Hereare some examples of uses for various power levels:
PowerLevel Best Uses High 10
Med-High 7
Medium 5
Low 2 or3
Warm I
Fish,bacon,vegetables, boiling liquids.
Gentlecooking of meat and poultry; baking casseroles and reheating.
Slowcookingand tenderizingsuch as
stews and lesstender cuts of meat.
Defrostingwithout cooking; simmering;delicate sauces.
Keepingfood worm without overcooking;softening
butter.
POWER
LEVEL
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
START
PAUSE
How to Change the Power Level
The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering
the feature time for TIMECOOK.
1. Press TIME COOK.
2. Enter cooking time.
3. Press POWERLEVEL.
4. Select desired power level 1-10.
5. Press START/PAUSE.
Time Features
Time Cook
Power level 10(High)is automatically set,
but you may change it for more flexibility.
1. Press TIME COOK.
2. Enter cooking time.
3. Change power level if you don't want full power. (PressPOWER
LEVEL.Select a desired power level 1-10.)
4. PressSTART/PAUSE
Time Cook
Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99seconds.
Powerlevel iO isautomatically set, but you may change itfor more flexibility.
Youmay open the door during Time Cook to check the food. Closethe door and press START/PAUSEto resume cooking.
TIME
COOK
1 2
4 5
7 8
START
PAUSE
3 6 9
0
Time Features(cont.)
Time Cook Guide - NOTE:Use power level 10 unless otherwise noted.
Amount Time Comments
Asparagus (freshspears) lib. 7to 10 min.,Med-High (7) Inl_2-qt, casserole,place 1/4 cup water. (frozenspears) lO-oz,package 5to 8 min. In1-qt. casserole.
(freshgreen) i lb.cut in half 12to 17 min. Inl_/2-qt, casserole,place 1/2 cup water. (frozengreen)lO-oz, package 6to 9 min. In1-qt. casserole,place 2 tablespoons water.
(frozenlima) lO-oz, package 6to 9 min. In1-qt. casserole,place 1/4 cup water.
Beets
(fresh,whole) 1 bunch 18to 25 min. In2-qt. casserole,place 1/2 cup water. Broccoli (freshcut) (freshspears)
(frozen,Chopped) (frozenspears)
(fresh) 1medium head (about 2 Ibs.) 8to 13min. InlY2- or2-qt. casserole,place 1/4 cup water. (wedges) 7to 14min. In 2- or 3-qt. casserole,place 1/4 cupwater.
i bunch (1V4to 1V2Ibs.) 7 to 10min. i bunch (1V4to 1V2Ibs.) 9 to 13min.
lO-oz,package 5to 8 min. lO-oz,package 5 to 8 min.
In2-qt. casserole,place 1/2 cup water. In2-qt. casserole,place 1/4 cup water. In1-qt. casserole. In1-qt. casserole,place3 tablespoons water.
(fresh,sliced) lib. 6to9min. Inl_/2-qt, casserole,place 1/4 cup water. (frozen) lO-oz, package 5to 8 min. In1-qt. casserole,place2 tablespoons water.
Cauliflower (flowerets) i medium head 9 to 14min. In 2-qt. casserole,place 1/2 cup water.
(fresh,whole) 1 medium head 9 to 17 min. In2-qt. casserole,place1/2 cup water. (frozen) lO-oz, package 5to 8 min. In1-qt. casserole,place2 tablespoons water.
(frozenkernel)lO-oz, package 4to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole,place 2 tablespoons water. Corn onthe cob
1to 5 ears 3to 5 min. per ear In2-qt. glass baking dish, place corn. Ifcorn is in husk, use no
water; if corn has been husked,add 1/4 cup water. Rearrange offer half of time.
(frozen) 1 ear 5to 7 min. Placein 2-qt. glossbaking dish.Cover with vented plasticwrap.
2to 6 ears 2 to 4 min. perear Rearrangeoffer half oftime.
Mixedvegetables (frozen) lO-oz, package /4to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole,place 3tablespoons water.
(fresh,shelled) 2 Ibs.unshelled 9to 12min. In 1-qt. casserole,place 1//4cupwater. (frozen) lO-oz, package /4to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole,place 2tablespoons water.
Potatoes
(fresh,cubed, white)
(fresh,whole, sweet or white)
Spinach
(fresh) (frozen,chopped
and leaf)
Squash
(fresh,summer and gell0w) (winter,acorn or butternut)
4 potatoes 11 to 14 min. (6 to 8 oz. each)
1 (6to 8 oz.) 2 to 5 min.
10to 16oz. 5 to 8 min. lO-oz,package 5 to 8 min.
1lb.sliced 4to 7min.
i to 2 squash 7to 11 min.
(abouti lb.each)
Peeland cut into 1-inch cubes. Placein 2-qt. casserolewith 1/2 cup
water. Stirafter half of time.
Piercewith cooking fork. Placein center of the oven. Letstand 5minutes.
In2-qt. casserole,place washed spinach. In 1-qt. casserole,place 3 tablespoons water.
In 1V2-qt.casserole,place 1/4 cup water.
Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes. In 2-qt. glass baking dish, place squashcut-side-down. Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes.
Time Features(cont.)
Time Defrost
TIME
DEFROST
Allows gou to defrost for o selected length
oftime. Seethe Defrosting Guidefor suggestedtimes (AUTODEFROST
explained inthe Auto Feature section).
1. PressTIMEDEFROST.
2. Enter defrosting time.
3. Press START/PAUSE
4. Turn the food over after half the time.
5.Press START/PAUSE
Powerlevelis outomoticollg set at 3,but con be changed. Youcon defrost small
items quicklg bg raising the power level offer entering the time. Power level 7 cuts
the total defrosting time inabout half;
power level 10cuts the total time to opproximotelg 1/3. However,food will need
more frequent attention than usual.
At one half of selecteddefrosting time, turn food over and breakaport or rearrange
piecesfor more evendefrosting.Shieldong
worm areas with small piecesof foil.The
ovenwill continue to defrost if gou don't open the door and turn the food.
A dull thumping noise mog be heard during defrosting. Thisisnormal when
oven isnot operating at Hipower. Defrosting Tips
Foodsfrozeninpaperor plasticcon be defrostedinthe package.Closedpackages
shouldbeslit,piercedorvented AFTER foodhas portiollgdefrosted.Plasticstorage
containersshould be portiollg uncovered.
Fomilg-size,prepackaged frozen dinners con be defrosted and microwoved. Ifthe
food is ino foil container,transfer itto o microwave-safe dish.
Foodsthat spoileasily should not be allowed to sit out for morethan one hour
offer defrosting. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.
When defrosted, food should be cool but softened inoil areas. Ifstillslightlg icg,
return to the microwave very briefly, or let it stando few minutes.
I 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9
0
START
PAUSE
Defrosting Guide
Time Comments
Breads,Cakes Bread.buns or rolls (1piece) 1/2 min. Sweet rollsLopprox.t2 oz.] 3 to 5min. Rearrangeoffer half the time.
Fishand Seafood Fillets.frozen(1lb.) 6to 9 min.
Shellfish.small pieces(1lb.) 6 to 9 min. Placeblock in casserole.Turnover and break up offer half the time. Fruit
Plasticpouch--1 or 2 2to 6 min. (lO-oz.package)
Meat Bacon(1 lb.) 4 to 7min.
Franks(1 lb.) 4to 7min.
Ground meat (1lb.) Roast:beef.lamb. veal. pork
Steaks.chops and cutlets
Poultrg Chicken.broiler-frger, cut up
(21/2to 3 Ibs.)
Chicken.whole (2V_to 3 Ibs.)
Cornishhen
Turkeg breast (4 to 6 Ibs.)
10to 12 min. 9to 15 min. per lb.
9 to 13min. per lb.
26 to 32 min.
26to 32min.
7to 13min. per lb.
9 to 14min. per lb.
Placeunopened package in oven. Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting. Placeunopened package in oven. Microwave just until franks can be separated. Let stand
5minutes, if necessarg,to complete defrosting.
Turn meat over after first half of time.
Usepower level 1 Placeunwrapped meat in cooking dish.Turn overafter first halfof time andshield warm areas with
foil.After second half of time, separate pieceswith table knife. Letstand to complete defrosting.
Placewrapped chickenindish.Unwrap and turn over after first half of time. After second half oftime, separatepiecesand place in cooking dish. Microwave 2 to 4 minutes more,if necessarg. Letstand a few minutes to finish defrosting.
Placewrapped chicken indish.After half the time, unwrap andturn chicken over.Shieldwarm
areas with foil. To complete defrosting, run cold water inthe cavitg until giblets can be removed.
Placeunwrapped hen in the oven breast-side-up. Turn over after first half of time. Runcool water in the cavitg until giblets can be removed.
Placeunwrapped breast in microwave-safe dish breast-side-down. Afterfirst half
of time, turn breast-side-up and shield warm areas with foil. Defrostfor second
half of time. Letstand i to 2 hours inrefrigerator to complete defrosting. 9
Time Features(cont.)
Add 30 Seconds
It will add 30 seconds to the time
counting down each time the pad
is pressed.
Each touch will add 30 seconds, up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
The oven will start immediately when
pressed.
Convenience Features
ADD
30 SEC
Popcorn
How to Use the Popcorn Feature
1. Follow package instructions. Place the package of popcorn in the center
of the microwave.
Beverage
The Beveragefeature works best for
heating a beverage that is at room
temperature.
Press BEVERAGEonce for 8 oz.,twice
for 12 oz.,three times for 16 oz. and four times for 4 oz. The oven will start
immediatelg when BEVERAGEistouched.
Reheat
The Reheatfeature automaticallg setsthe cooking times and power levelsto reheat a varietg of previouslg cooked foods.
1.PressREHEAT.CodEwill be displaged.
2. Selectfood tgpe 1-6. Serving Sizes1-4 will be displaged.
3. EnterServingSize1-4.
4.The oven starts automaticallg.
2.PressPOPCORN once for a 3.S-ounce package of popcorn and twice for a
3.0-ounce package. The oven will start immediatelg after POPCORN
is touched.
Beverages heated with the Beverage feature mag be verg hot. Remove the
container with care.
Food Serving
Code Food Size
1
Pasta 1-4
2 3
4
5
Meats 1-4
Veggies 1-4
Beverages 1-4
Sauces 1-4
Plate(ofleftovers) lonlg
POPCORN
Use only with prepackagedmicrowave
popcornweighing 3.0to 3.5ounces,
BEVERAGE
REHEAT
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
Vegetable
TheVegetablefeature automaticallg sets the cookingtimes and power levelsto cook fresh,frozenor canned vegetables.
1.PressVEGETABLE.CodEwillbedisplaged.
2. Selectfood tgpe 1-3. Serving Sizes1-4 will be displaged.
3. EnterServingSize1-4.
4.The oven starts automaticallg.
10
Food Serving
Code Food Size
1
Fresh 1-4
2 3
Frozen 1-4
Canned 1-4
VEGETABLE
i 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9
0
Convenience Features (cont.)
Pizza
The Pizzafeature is for reheating
1 to 4 slices of pizza.
Baked Pototo
The Potato feature cooks up to four 8-10 ounce potatoes.
Auto Feature
Auto Defrost
UseAUTODEFROSTfor meat, poultry
and fish. UseTIMEDEFROSTfor most other frozenfoods (TIMEDEFROST explained in the Time Featuressection).
AUTODEFROSTautomatically setsthe defrosting times and power levelsto give even defrosting results for meats, poultrg and fish weighing up to 6 pounds.
1. PressAUTO DEFROST.
2. Using the Conversion Guide below,
enter food weight. For example, press pads 1 and 2for 1.2 pounds (1 pound,
3 ounces).
3. Press START/PAUSE.
Press PIZZAonce for one slice of pizza, twice for two slices, three times for three
slices and four times for four slices.The oven will start immediatelg after PIZZA
istouched.
Baked Potato
Press BAKEDPOTATOonce for one potato, twice for two potatoes, three
times for three potatoes and four times for four potatoes. The oven will start immediatelg after BAKED POTATO
istouched.
Defrosting Tips
Removemeatfrom packageand place on microwave-safedish.
When the oven signals,turn the food over.Removedefrosted meat or shield
warm areas with small piecesof foil.
After defrosting, most meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting. Large roastsshould stand for about
30 minutes.
PIZZA
BAKED
POTATO
AUTO
DEFROST
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4 5 6 7 8 9
0
START
PAUSE
J
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Conversion Guide
If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the ounces must beconverted to tenths (0.1)of a pound.
Weight of Food in Ounces
1-2
3 4-5 6-7
8
9-10
ii 12-13 14-15
Enter FoodWeight (tenths ofo pound)
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
Thereis a handyguidelocatedonthe
insidefrontoftheoven.
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Other Features
Clock
CLOCK
PressCLOCKto enter the time of day.
1. Press CLOCK.
2. Enter time of day.
3. PressSTART/PAUSEor CLOCK.
Timer
The Timer operates as a minute timer.
1. PressTIMER.
2. Enter amount of time you want to count down.
3. PressTIMER.When the time is up,
the timer will signal.
The Timer feature operates without
microwave energy.
To stop the timer, press and hold TIMER for 3 seconds
NOTE: CLEAR/OFF will not stop the
TIMER.
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
TIMER
1 2 3
4 5 6 7 8 9
0
Pause
To pause cooking or defrosting, press START/PAUSETo continue cooking or defrosting, press START/PAUSEagain.
Clear/Off
Pressonce to stop and erase your
cooking settings.
Child Lock-Out
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/OFFfor about three seconds. When the control panel is locked, Locwill
appear briefly in the display. When the control panel is initially unlocked, Unlo will appear briefly in the display.
[
START
PAUSE
CLEAR
OFF
CLEAR
OFF
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Microwave Terms
Definition
Arcing
Covering Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time. Venting plastic wrap
Shielding In a regular oven, gou shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over-browning. When
StandingTime When gou cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish
Venting After covering a dish with plastic wrap, gou vent the plastic wrap bg turning back one corner so
Arcing isthe microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing iscaused bg:
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, poultrg pins,gold-rimmed dishes.
recgcled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape.
microwaving, gou use small strips of foil to shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs on poultrg, which would cook before larger parts.
cooking or to set. Standing time is especiallg important in microwave cooking. Note that a
microwaved cake isnot placed on a cooling rack.
excess steam can escape.
Care and Cleaning
Helpful Hints
An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water
keeps the inside fresh.
UNPLUG THE CORD BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF THIS OVEN.
How to Clean the Inside
Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and
Plastic Parts on the Door
Some spatters can be removed with a
paper towel; others mag require a damp cloth. Remove greasg spatters with a sudsg cloth, then rinse with a damp
cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls. To clean
the surface of the door and the surface of the oven that come together upon
closing, use onlg mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents using a sponge or soft cloth. Rinsewith a damp cloth and drg.
Never use a commercial oven cleaner
on ang part of gour microwave.
Removable Turntable and Turntable Support
To prevent breakage, do not place the turntable into water just after cooking. Wash it carefullg in warm, sudsg 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.
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How to Clean the Outside
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 and Door
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 con damage it. Some paper towels can also scratch the control panel.
Door Surface
It's important to keep the area clean
where the door seals against the
microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with aclean sponge
or soft cloth. Rinse well. Power Cord
If the cord becomes soiled, unplug and wash with a damp cloth. For stubborn spots, sudsy water may be
used, but be certain to rinse with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly before
plugging cord into outlet.
If Something Goes Wrong
ammonia or alcohol on the
microwave oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damage the
Da not use cleaners containing appearance of the microwave.
PossibleCauses
Ovenwill not start
Control panellighted,get Openthe door and close securely. ovenwill not start.
Things That Are
Normal
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.
Dullthumping sound while oven
isoperating.
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A fuse in your home may be
blown or the circuit breakertripped. Powersurge.
Plugnotfullyinsertedintowalloutlet. Doornot securely closed.
START/PAUSEnot pressedafter PressSTART/PAUSE entering cooking selection.
Another selectionentered PressCLEAR/OFF. already in ovenandCLEAR/OFF
not pressedto cancel it.
Cookingtime not entered Makesure you have enteredcookingtime after pressingTIMECOOK. after pressingTIMECOOK.
START/PAUSEwas pressed Resetcooking program and pressSTART/PAUSE accidentally.
Foodweight notentered after Makesureyou have enteredfood weight after selecting
selectingAUTODEFROST. AUTODEFROST. Ovenwas pausedaccidentally. PressSTART/PAUSEto restart the cooking program.
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. Plugthe
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.
What ToDo
Replacefuseor resetcircuitbreaker.
Unplugthe microwave oven,then plug it back in.
Make sure the 3-prong plug on oven isfully inserted into wall outlet.
GE Microwave Oven Warrantg
Whet GEWill Provide:
Replacement unit for ang product which fails due to a defect in materials or
From the date ofthe origina! purchase
workmanship. Theexchange unit iswarranted for the remainder of sour
product'soriginal one-gear warrants period.
Staple ;]our receipt here.
Proofof the original purchase
date isneededto make a
warrant;] claim.
Properlgpack gour unit. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials.
Return the product to the retail location where it was
purchased.
Customer instructions. This owner's manual provides
information regarding operating instructions
and user controls.
Improper installation, deliverg or maintenance.
Failure of the product or damage to the product ifit is abused, misused (forexample, cavity arcing from wire
rack or metal/foil), or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
EXCLUSIONOF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy isproduct repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the
implied warranties of merchantabifity or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one gear or the shortest period allowed by law.
Thiswarrant;] isextended to the original purchaser and an;] succeedingowner for
products purchased for homeuse within the USA. Somestatesdo not allow the exclusionor limitation of incidental or consequential
damages. Thiswarrant;] gives;]ou spedfic legalrights,and ;]ou ma;] also haveother rights which var;]from state to state.Toknow what ;]our legalrights ore,consult;]our local or state consumeraffairs office or ;]ourstate'sAttome;] General.
Exclusionof implied warranties: Exceptwhere prohibited or restricted b;] low, thereore no warranties, whether express,oral or statutor;] which extendbe;land the description on the facehereof,includingspecificoll;] theimplied warranties ofmerchantabilit;] or fitness for a particular purpose.
Include in the package a copg of the sales receipt or other evidence of date of original purchase. Also print gour
name and address and a description of the defect.
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.
Damage to the product causedbg accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
Incidental or consequential damage caused bg possible
defects with this appliance.
Damage caused after deliverg.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY40225
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Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at your convenience any day of the year! Or cull 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737 during normal business hours.
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Extended Warranties
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Purchase u GEextended wurruntg and learn about special discounts that are available while gour wurruntg is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line ongtime, or coil 800.626.2224 during
normal business hours. GEConsumer Home Services will still be there after gour wurruntg expires.
Parts and Accessories
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Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directlg to their homes (VISA,MosterCord and Discover cords are accepted). Order on-line todug, 24 hours everg dug or bg phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed bg ang user. Other servicing generallg should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing mag cause unsafe operation.
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General Manager, Customer Relations GEAppliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY40225
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