GE JVM1651, SpacemakerXL JVM1650, SpacemakerXL JVM1651 Owner's Manual

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Models:
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JVM1650 JVM1651
SpacemakerXL Microwave Oven
Owner's Manual
Important SafetyInformation
Operating Instructions
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Helpful Information
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READ ALL SAFETY
INFORMATION BEFORE USING
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Welcome m tile GE t_tmily. We're proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service.
You'll see it in this easT-to-
use manual and you'll hear it in tile tiiendly voices of
our (onsulller selwice
department.
Best of all, you'll experience these values each time you use yollr
microwave. That's important, because your
new microwave will be part of your ihmily tor
a long time.
Start HereL.. Before using your Microwave
Write down the model and
serial numbers here, They
are on a label inside tile oven.
Staple your receipt to the inside back cover of this
manual You will need it to obtain service under
warranty,
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
Help us
help you
Betbre you call tk)r selwice, there are a f_w things you can do to help us serve you better.
Read this manual
It contains instructions to help you use and maintain
your microwave properly.
If you received a damaged oven,, .immediately contact
the dealer (or builder) that sold you the oven.
Save time and money,
Check the section titled "If Something Goes
Wrong" betbre calling. This section helps you solve commoll problems that might occun
tfyou do need seriice, you can relax knowing
help is only a phone call away, A list of toll-fi'ee
customer service nunlhers is included in tile back of this manual.
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READ ALL SAFETY
INFORMATION BEFORE USING
Read and fbllow the specific "Precautions to
Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave
Energy" on page 2.
Tills appliance must be grounded. Connect only m properly grounded outlet. See Grounding
instructions section on page 10.
DO not illount this
appliance over a sink.
Install or locate this appliance only in
accordance with the provided Installation
instructions.
Tills over-the-range oven was designed tk)r use over ranges no wider than 36" tt may be installed over both gas and elect]tic 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.
DO not cover or block
any openings on the appliance.
Use this appliance only fbr its intended use as
described in this mamml.
Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this appliance, This
microwa'¢e oven is specifically designed m
heat, d] T or cook fbod, and is not intended
tbr labm-amry o1' industrial use.
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Do not store this appliance outdoors.
Do not use this product near water--_)r exanlple,
in a wet basenlent, near
a swimming pool, near a sink or in shnilar
locations.
Keep power cord away ti'om heated surfaces.
Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.
To reduce tile risk of fire in the oven cavity:
-- Do not overcook tood.
Caretully attend appliance when paper,
plastic or other coln- bustible materials are
placed inside tile oven
while cooking.
-- Renlove wire twist-ties
and metal handles t_om paper or plastic
containers beibre placing them in the oven.
-- Do not use tile oven
tor storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking
utensils or tood in tile
oven when not in use.
-- If materials inside tile
oven ignite, keep the
oven door closed, turn
the oven Off and
disconnect tile power
cord, or shut off power
at tile fuse or circuit
breaker panel. K tile door is opened, tile fire
may spread.
-- Do not use tile Sensor
Features twice in succession Oil tile same
R)od portion. If food is undercooked after tile
tlrsL coun[down_ ilse
TimeCookfor additional cooking time.
See door surface cleaning instructions ixl
the Care and Cleaning section (s) of this manual.
This appliance must only be se_'iced by qualified
service personnel. Contact nearest
authorized service tacility tor examination, repair
or adjustment.
As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
Do *lot store anything directly on top of tile
microwave oven SUl't_4ce when tile microwave oven is in operation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWA VING
Arcing is the microwave term fin' sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by:
The metal shelf not installed correctly
so it touches the microwave wall.
Metal or toil touching the side of the oven.
Foil not molded m tbod (upturned edges act like
antennas).
Metal, such as twist-ties,
poultry pins, or gold- rimmed dishes, in tile
illici owa've.
Recycled paper towels
containing small metal pieces being used in the
microwave.
Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in a special microwave popcorn accesso] 3, or unless you use popcorn labeled for
use ill microwave ovens.
Some products such _s whole eggs and sealed containers--tbr example, closed jars--are aNe to explode and should not
be heated in this microu,ave oven. Such use of the microwave oven
could result in i_ury.
Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure
will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst, possibly resuhing in i_!jm_'.
Operating tile microwave with no food inside tor
more than a minute or two inay cause damage
to tile oven and could start a fire. It increases the heat around the
magnetron and can shorten the lite 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.
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SAFETYFACT
SUPERHfEATEDWATER
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 il_jm T to persons:
-- Do not overheat tile
liquid.
-- Stir tile liquid both
before and half, ray through heating it.
-- DO not use su~aigh/-
sided containel._ wifll
llarrow necks.
-- Alter beating, allow tile
container to stand in
tile microwave oven
ior a short time belore
renloving tile container.
-- Use extreme care when
inserting a spoon or other utensil into tile
conminezt
Avoid beating baby tood in glass jars, even with
tile lid ott] Make sure all intant ff)od is thoroughly
cooked. Stir food to disnibute tile heat evenly.
Be caretid to prevent scalding when warming
tk3rmula or brea_st milk. Tile container may t_el
cooler than the milk really is. Always test the
milk betkwe fbeding tile baby.
Don't deli'ost ti'ozen beverages in narrow-
necked bottles (especially carbonated beverages).
Even if the container is opened, pressure can
build up. This can cause the container to burst,
possibly resulting in
injur)z
Itot fbods and steam can cause burns. Be
caretul when opening any containers of hot
fired, including popcorn bags, cooking pouches
and boxes. '[_) prevent possiNe hi.jury, direct steam away tl*onl bands
and t_me.
Do not overtook potatoes. They could
dellyd_ate and catch fire, causing damage to your oven.
Cook meat and poultry thorougldy--meat m
at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F
and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature
of 180°E Cooking to these temperatures
usually protects against toodborne illness.
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SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICRO WAVING
Make silre all cookware used in your microwave
oven is suitable fbr
nticrowaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, potter)* or cbina
dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or glaze
with a metallic sheen Call be used, Some cookware
is labeled "suitable for microwaving?'
If you are not sure if a dish is microwave-safb, use this test: Place ill the
oven both tile dish you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled with
1 cup ofwatel=-set the
measuring cup either in
or next to tile dish. Microwave 1 minute at high. If tile dish beats,
it should not be used for microwaving.
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tf tile dish remains cool and only tile water in the
cup heats, then the dish is microwave-safe.
If you use a meat the> mometer while cooking,
make sure it is safe for
use ill Inicrowave ovens,
Do not use recycled
paper products. Recycled paper towels, napkins
and waxed paper can contain metal fIecks
which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper producks containing nylon or nylon filaments should be avoided, as they may also ignite.
Some styrolbam trays (like those that meat is
packaged on) have a thin strip of metal embedded
in the bottom. When microwaved, tile metal
can btlrn tile floor of
tile oven or ignite a paper towel.
Do not use the microwave to d13*
newspapers.
Not all plastic wrap is
suitable tbr use in micro- wave ovens. Check the
package for proper use.
Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap
Call be used to cover
dishes in order to retain
moisture and prevent
spattering. Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape.
Cookware lllay becolne
hot because of heat transferred from the heated fbod. Pot holdeL's
may be needed m handle
the cookware.
"Boilable" cooking pouches arid dgbtly 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, possib b, resulting in ilOtn T, Also, plastic
storage containers should be at least partially
uncovered because they fbrm a tight seal. When
cookillg Widl containers tightly covered with plastic
wrap, remove covering carelillly and direct
steam away ti'om hands and face.
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Use fbil only as directed in this manual. _
dimlers may be microwaved ill foil Ways less thin1 3/4" high; remove tile top fk)il cover and retm'n tile tray to tile box, When using fbil in
the microwave oven, keep tile tbil at least
1" away fi'om the sides
of tile oven.
Plastic cookware--Plastic cookware designed for
microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used carefidly. Even microwave-safb plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials and may sofien or char if sut)jecmd to sho_ periods of overcooking. In longer
exposures to over- cooking, tile food and
cookware could ignite,
Follow these guidelines:
Use microw'ave-sale
pla_stics only and use them in strict compliance
_4th the cookware manufacturer's reconlnleildations.
2 Do not micro_ave enlpl 3,
containers.
3 Do not permit children
to use plastic cookware without complete supmMsion.
The fan will operate automatically under certain coilditions (see
Automatic Fan f>amre). Take care to prevent tile
starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires
while tile vent ihn is in use.
Clean tile underside of tile microwave often.
DO not allow grease to build up on the
microwave or tile t_m filters.
111the event of a grease fire oi1 tile surface units
below the microwave oven, smother a flaming
pan on the suri_lce unit by covering the pan completely with a lid, a cookie sheet or a flat Way.
Use care when cleaning tile vent fro1 filte]_.
Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based
oven cleaners, nlay
damage tile filters.
When preparing flaming toods under
the nlicrowave, turn
the fan on.
Never leave surface units beneath your microwave
oven unattended at high heat settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spilloveL_ that may ignite and spread if tile
microwave vent fan is operating. 'lb minimize
automatic fan operation, use adequate sized cookware and use high
heat on surt_lce units
only when necessm T.
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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, hl the event of
an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the
risk of electric shock hy pro*iding an escape wire
tot 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 tile grounding instructions
are not completely trader- stood, or if doubt exists as
m 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
oudet.
Do not under any circum- stances cut o1' rexz]o_,'e the
third (ground) prong from tile power cord.
Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance.
Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.
tfthe power cord is too short, have a qualified
electrician or service technician install an outlet
near the appliance.
For hest operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fllse or tripping of
circuit breaker'.
Filler Panel Kits JX48WH--White JX48BL--Black JX48AL--AImond
When replacing a 36"
_ange hood, tiller panel kits fill in the additional
width to provide a custom built-in appearance,
For installation hetween
cabine_ only; not ff)r
end-of:cabinet installation. Each kit contains two
3" wide filler panels. Two kits are needed for
a 36" opening.
Filter Kits JX81A--Recirculating
Charcoal Filter Kit
Filter kits are used when tile microwave oven (aHnot be vented to the outside.
Available at extra cost from your GE supplien
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Features of Your Microwave
(Througlumt this manual, j_atures and appearance may va_ j_,n your rrmdeL )
I DoorHandle, Pull to
open tile door. The door must be securely latched for the
microwave to opm_ate.
2 DoorLatches. 3 Window with Metal
Shield, Screen allows
cooking to be viewed while keeping
microwaves (onfined ill the oven.
4 Shelf, Lets you
microwave several ff)ods at once. Food
microwaves best when placed directly on tile
oven floor or turntable.
5 Touch ControIPanel
You must set the clock
and calendar befi_re using tile microwave.
6 Cooktop Lights,
7 Grease Filters,
8 Removable Turntable,
Turntable and support must be in place
when using tile oven. The turntable may be removed tor cleaning.
9 Convenience Guide.
NOTE:Rating plate, oven
vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls
of the microwave oven.
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The Controls on Your Microwave Oven
(Througlun_t this manual, features and appearance may va_3"from your model.)
You can
microwave by time, temperature,
or with the convenience
features,
1 2 3
4 5 6
77meFeatures
Time Cooking
TIME COOK ! &|l_ Amount of cooking time.
(Pres Amount of defiosting time.
EXPRESS COO]( Starts immediately[
Power level 1-10. Starts immediatelyl
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A Convenience Features
Snack type 1-6 number/weight Food weight
A SensorFeatures
Starts immediately! Starts immediately!
_EHEAT Starts immediawly!
Starts immediately!
VE Starts immediately!
Press once (fresh vegetables)
Presstwice (frozenvegetables)
Press three times (canned vegetables)
more/less time
more/less time more/less time more/less time
more/less time more/less time
more/less time
(on some models}
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Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking, Tbe power levels
on the microwave oven can be compared to the
surface units on a iange. High (power level 10) or fifll power is the fastest way to cook and gives you
100% powel: Each power
level gives you microwave energy a certain pezcent of'
the time, Power level 7 is microwave energy 70% of
the time. Power level B is energy .80% of the time.
A high setting (10) will cook faster but tood may need more fl'equent stirring, rotating or turning over. Most cooking will be done on High (power level
10). A lower setting will cook nlore evenly and need less sti_ing or rotating of
the fbod.
to "equalize" o1' transl_er beat to tbe inside of the
iood. An example of this is sbown with power level 3-- tbe defl'ost cycle. If micro- wave energy did not cycle
off, the outside of tbe fbod would cook before fl*e
inside was defrosted,
Here are some examples of uses ik)r various power
levels:
Some foods may have better flavor, texture or
appem-ance if one of the lower settings is used. Use a lower power level when cooking fbods tbat bave a tendency to boil over, such as scalloped potatoes.
Rest periods (wben the microwave energy cycles of D give time for the ff_od
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Time Features
Time Cook I
Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99
ndnutes and 99 seconds.
Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you
may change it for more flexibility.
You may open tile door
during Time Cook to check tile food. Close tile
door and press START to resume cooking.
time Cook fl
Lets you change power levels automatically during cooking. Itere's how to
do it:
1 Press TIME COOK.
2 Enter the fil._t cook time.
3 Change tile power level
if you don't want full powel: (Press POWER
LE_q£L. Select a desired power level 1-10.)
4 Press TIME COOK
again.
5 Enter the second cook
time.
6 Change tile power level
if you don't want fl_ll power. (Press POWER
LE_q£L. Select a power level l-lO.)
7 Press STAR'E
At tile end of Time Cook I, Time Cook II counks down.
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Cooking Guide far Time Cook I & II
NOTE:Usepower level High (10)unlessotherwise noted,
Ve_ta _ount Tim Comm
In 1½-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place 1/4 cup water. In 1-qt. casserole.package
In P/_I t. casserole, place 1/2 cup ,*_lter. In 1-% casserole, place 2 tablespoons
watei_ In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
bunch In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
6 to 9 rain., Med-High (7)
5 to 7 min.
9 to 11 min.
6 to 8 rain.
6 to 8 rain.
17 m 21 rain.
7 to 10 min.
9 to 13 min.
5 to 7 min.
5 to 7 min.
1 bunch (1½ m Pk lbs.)
lO-oz, package
lO-oz, package
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place
1/4 cup water.
Ill 1-qt. casserole.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
watei;
8 to 11 min. Ill 1½- or 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup
water.
7 to 10 min. In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup
water.
lb. 7 to 9 rain. In 1_/_Clt.casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
lO-oz, package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
9 to 14 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
10 to 17 rain. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water. 5 to 7 min. hi 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
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In l-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
wateIL
lO-oz, package
Pe_,
2 lhs. unshelled
package
4 potatoes
(6 to 8 oz. each
(6 to 8 oz.)
10 to 16 oz.
package
1 to2 squash
lb. each
5 to 7 min.
3 to 4 min.
)er ear
to 6 min.
3 to 4 min.
)er ear
5 to 7 min.
9 to 12 min. 5 to 7 min.
9 to 12 min.
3 to 4 min.
5 to 7 min. 5 to 7 min.
5 to 7 min.
8 to 11 min.
In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place corn. If' corn is in husk, use no water;
if' corn has been husked, add 1/4 cup water. Rearrange alter half of time.
Place in 2-qt. oblong glass haking dish. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Rearl-ange after half of time.
In l-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. In l-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes. Place in 2-qt. casserole with 1/2 cup water'.
Stir after half of time. Pierce with cooking fork. Place in
center of the oven. Let stand 5 minutes.
In 2-qt. casserole, place wa_shed spinach. In INt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
water.
In 1V_qt. casserole, place l/4 cup wamn
Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes. In 2-qt. oblong glass
baking dish, place squash cut-side- down. Turn cut-,side-up alter 4 minutes.
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Time Features
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Allows you to defiost fi)r tile length of' time you
select. See the Defl'osting Guide fin suggested times.
Power level 3 is automati- cally set, but you may change tills for more
flexibility. You may defi'ost small items more quickly
by raising the power level after entering tile time.
However, they will need more tiequent attentioll
than usual.
Power level 7 cuts tile total defrosting time in about
hall power level 10 cuts the total time to approxi-
mately 1/3. Rotate or stir fbod frequently.
At one half of selected deflosting time, tile oven
signals TURN. At this time, tUl'n flood over and break
apart or rean-ange pieces fi)r more even defl'osting.
Shield any warm areas with small pieces of foil.
A dull thumping noise may be heard during defiosting.
Tills sound is normal when
die oven is not operating at High power.
Defrosting rips
Foods tiozen in paper or plastic can he defrosted in tile package. Tightly closed packages should be slit, pierced or vented AKFER ibod has partially defl'osted. Plastic storage
contahlers should be at least partially uncovered.
Family-size, prepackaged fl'ozen dinners can be
defl'osted and micro- waved. If the fbod is in a
toil container, transfer it to a microwave-sai_ dish.
Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork, should not be
allowed to sit out fl)r more than one born
after deli"osting. Room temperature promotes the growth of barmfftl
bacteria.
For more even defl'osting of linger tbods, such as
beef, lamb and veal
roasks, use Auto Defrost.
Be sure large meats are completely defiosted before cooking.
When deli-osted, fbod should be cool but
softened in all areas. If still slightly icT, remm to the
microwave very briefly, or let it stand a tew minutes.
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Defrosting Guide
Place block in casserole. '[ilrn over and break up after half tile time.
1 rain.
3 m 5 rain.
6 to 8 rain. 5 m 7 min.
3 to6mi,,.
2 to 5 min.
2 to 5 rain.
5 to 7 mira
12 to 16 min.
per lb. 5 to 7 rain.
per lb.
15 to 19 min.
17 to 21 min.
7 to 13 min. per lb.
5 to 9 rain. per lb.
Place unopened package in oven. Let stand 5 minutes after defiosting.
Place unopelled package in oven. Microwave just tlntil tl'anks can be separated. Let stand 5 minutes, if necessary, to complete defi'osting. 'fiarn meat over at]er bali the time.
Use power level 1.
Place unwrapped meat in cooking disb. '[_trn over after bali tile time and shield
warm areas with foil. When finished, separate pieces and let stand to complete
defiosting.
Place wrapped chicken in disb. Unwrap and turn over after half the time. Wile::
finished, separate pieces and microwave 2 to 4 minutes more, if necessary. Let stand to finish defiosting.
Place wrapped chicken in disb. After half tile time, unwrap and turn chicken over.
Shield warm areas with flfil. Finish defi'osting. If necessary, nm cold water it:
the cavity until giblets ca:: be removed. Place unwrapped ben iil tile oven breast-
side-up. '[\:rn over at]er bali tile time. Run cool water in tile cavity until giblets
call be removed. Place unwrapped breast in disb breast-
side-down. After half the time, turn over and shield warm areas witb tbil. Finish
defi'osting. Let stand 1 to 2 bouh's in refiigerator to complete defi*osfing.
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Time Features
,k,s,sa,u,ok..a tosot
cooking time for 1-6 minutes.
Presso,,oo;thoEx,,ress
Cook pads (flom 1 to 6)
for 1 to 6 minutes of
cooking at power level 10. For example, press the
2 pad fbr 2 minutes of cooking time.
The power level can be
changed as time is counting dowll. Press
POWER LEVEL and enter 1-10.
ADD
30 SEC.
You can use this feature two ways:
It will add 30 seconds to the time counting dowll
each time the pad is pressed.
It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds of cooking time.
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Convenience Features
The Snacks feature automatically sets tile
microwax4ng times and power levels to waI'in a valqety of snack foods.
I Press SNACKS.
2 Select snack type l-6
(see tile Snacks Guide
below).
3 Enter tile number of
items or tile food weight
in ollxlces_
4 Press STARI]
HiutYou can press and hold tile SNACKS pad dining cooking to display tile snack type and remaining microwaving
time.
Snacks Guide
1 to 4
1 to 2
1to
1 to 4
8 to 40 oz.
4 to 16 oz.
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Convenience Features
The Cook teature automatically sets the
cooking times and power levels tbr a variety of tbods.
I Press COOK.
2 Select tbod type 1-9 (see
the Cook Guide below).
3 Enter weight in ounces. 4 Press KDkRT
Hint" Press and hold the
COOK pad during cooking to display the tood type and remaining cook time.
CookGuide
4 to 20 oz.
4 to 20 oz.
4 to 16 oz.
8 to 40 oz.
5Fish 4 to 16 oz.
4 to 40 oz.
8 to 48 oz.
Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Cover u4th lid or vented plastic wrap.
Use microwave-safe casserole or howl. Follow package instructions ftir adding
water. Cover with lid o1' vented
)lastic wrap.
Use microwave-safe casserole o1' bowl. Add 2 tablespoons water £br each serving.
Cover u4th lid or vented plastic wrap. Pierce skin with tork. Place potatoes on
oven floor o1' tmntahle. Use oblong, square or round dish. Cover
with vented plastic wrap or wax paper. Use oblong, square or round dish. Cover
with vented plastic wrap. Use round casserole dish. Crumble meat
into dish. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Drain and stir at signal.
Layer strips on a plate, 4 to a layer. Cover each layer with a paper towel.
Follow package instructions to prepare
)izza fbr microwaving.
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'FileDeDostAuto/Time f0aturegivesyoutwoways
todeti'osttlozen(()ods. PressDEFROST
AUTO/TIMEoncetk)r AutoDetiostortwicetk)r
TimeDeliost. UseAutoDefl'ostformeat,
poultryandfishupm 6pounds.UseTime
Defi'ostfornlostother tiozenti)ods.
AutoDetiostautomatically setsthedeti'ostingtimes
andpowerlevelstogive evendeti'ostingresultsti)r
meat.s,poultryandfish. Thereisahandyguide
locatedontileinsidetiont oftileoven.
i :; _:_,,un
Remove meat ti'om package and place on
microwave-saI> dish.
'[_vice dulii*g deti'ost, the oven sigHals TURN. At each TURN signal,
turn the fi)od over. Remove defi'osted meat or shield warm areas with
small pieces of fi)il.
Atler deii'osting, most meals need to stand
5 minutes to complete deii'osting. Large roasts
should stand fi)r about 30 minutes.
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Sensor Features
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The proper containel,'s and covers are essential
f_w best seilsor cooking,
Always use microwave- saI_ containel's and cover
them with lids or vented plastic w_-ap. Never use
tight sealing plastic containers--they can prevent steam ti'oin escaping and cause
tk_od to overcook.
Be sure tile outside of the cooking container's
and tile inside of the microwa_'e oven are dry
belore placing tbod in the oven. Beads of
moisture turning into steam can mislead tile
sensol\
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HowtoUsethePopcorn
Feature
1 Follow package
instructions, using Time
Cook if tile package is hess than 1.75 ounces or
larger thail ,_.5 Ollnces. Place the package of popcorn in the center
of tile microwave.
2 Press POPCORN. The
oven starts immediately.
If you open tile door while "POPCORN" is displayed,
"SENSOR ERROR" will appem: Close the door,
press CLEAR/OFF and begin again.
If food is undercooked after tile co/lntdown,/ise
Time Cook for additional
cooking time.
How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time
tfyou find that the brand of popcorn you use underpops
or overeooks consistently, you can add or subtrart
20-30 seconds m the automatic popping time.
To add time:
Alter pressing POPCORN, press 9 immediately aider
tile oven starts for an extra
20 seconds. Press 9 again m add
another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds additional time).
To subtract time:
M'_er pressing POPCORN, press 1 immediately after file
oven starts tbr 20 seconds less cooking time.
Press 1 again to reduce cooking time another
10 seconds (total 30 seconds
less time).
Press BEVEI_M;E to heat a cup of coffee or other
beverage. If fbod is undercooked
after tile Co/lntdown/lse
Time Cook tor additional
cooking time.
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be
very hot. Remove the container with care.
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Sensor Features
How to Change the Automatic Settings
'[b reduce time by 10%:
Press I after tile feature
pad.
'[b add 10% to cooking tbne: Press 9 after the
feature pad.
iature[wlc_
How to Use the Reheat
Feature
1 ['lace covmed fbod in
the oven. Press REHEA'E The oven star_s
immediately.
2 The oven signals when
steam is sensed and tile time remaining begins
Cotlnting down.
Do not open tile oven door until time is counting
down. If the door is opened, close it and press
STAKF immediatel>
After removing food from
the oven, stir, if possible, to even out the temperature.
Reheated foods may have
wide variations in temperature, Some areas
may be extremely hot,
If food is not hot enough alter tile co(lntdown, (lse
Time Cook for additional
rebeafing time.
Some Foods Not Recommended For Use
With Reheat
tt is best to use Time Cook for these foods:
Bread products.
Foods flint must be reheated uncovered,
Foods fllat need to be stirred or rotated.
Foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after reheating,
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Vegetable and Potato 1 Place covered food in
tile oven. Press tbe food pad. (For vegetables,
press tbe VEGETABLE pad once fbr fi'esb vegetables, twice tot fi'ozen vegetables, or
three times f_)r canned vegetables.) The oven
starts immediately.
2 The oven signals when
steam is sensed and time renlaining is counting
down. Turn or stir tile fbod if necessaD,.
Do not opeil tile oven door until time is counting
down. If the door is opened, close it and press
STAKI" immediately.
Cooking Guide
tf tood is undercooked afler the countdo_'n, use
Time Cook tot additional
cooking time.
Howto Changethe
AutomaticSettings (automaticsettingsfor canned vegetablescannot be adjustedonsomemodels)
You can adjust tile cooking time for all foods m suit
your personal taste,
Reducetimeby 10%:
Press 1 after tile fbod pad.
Add 10%to cookingtime:
Press 9 after tile food pad.
4-16 oz.
4-16 oz.
4-16 oz.
1/2-2 lbs.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Follow package instructions f_)r adding water.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Add 1/4 cup water per se]xing.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Pierce skin with fork. Place potatoes
on the turntable.
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Other Features Your Model May Have
HELP
The HELP pad displays f_atttre iniormation and
helpful hints. Press HELP, then select a f_ature pad.
'lb remind you that you have tood in tile oven, tile
oven will display "FOOD IS READY" and beep once a
minute until you either open the oven door or
press CLIL/\R/OFF.
Press to enter tile time of day or to check the time of
day while microwaving.
I Press CLOCK.
2 Enter time of day. 3 Select AM or PM.
4 Press STAKF (71'CLOCK. 5 Enter tile month, day
and year. Example: 012303 (Janua W 23,
2003)
8 Press STAP.T o1' CLOCK.
To check the time of day while microwaving, press
CLOC_
To check the date while microwaving, press and
hold CLOCK tor about three seconds.
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AM/PM
The scroll speed of the display cml be changed.
Press and hold tile AM/PM pad about 3
seconds to bring up the display. Select 1-5 for slow to thst scroll speed.
0
'lb turn the clock display oil, press atld hold 0 for about three secollds.
To redisplay the clock, repeat.
Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay
cooking up to 24 tlours.
I Press DELAY START.
2 Enter file time you
want tile oven to start,
(Be sure tile microwave
clock shows tile C(nTect time of day.)
3 Select AM or PM.
4 Select any combination
of Defrost Auto/Time or Time Cook 1 & I1.
5 Press START.
Tile Delay Start time will be displayed plt,s "DS."
Tile oven will automatically start at tile delayed time.
Tile time of day may be displayed by pressing
CLOCK.
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Other Features Your Model May Have
Timer On/Off operates as
a illin/lte timer and can be
used at any time, even when the oven is operating.
1 Press 'rIMER ON/OFE
2 Enter time you want to
coIlnt down.
3 Press 'rIMER ON/OFF
to start.
When time is up, tile oven will signal. 'lk) turn off the timer signal, press 'rIMER
ON/OFE NOTE:Tile timer indicator
will be lit while tile diner is operating.
START
In addition to starting mmly flmcfions, START/PAUSE allows you m stop cooking without
opening the door or clearing the display.
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The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock
and can be used at any time, even when tile oven
is operating. The
genlinder Lime can be set
up to 24 hours later.
1 Press REMINDER.
2 Enter tile tinle you want
tile oven to remind you.
{Be sure tile microwave
clock shows tile correct
time of day.)
3 Select AMor PM.
4 Press _MINDER. When
Reminder sig_ml occurs, press _MINDER to tm'n
it ott_ The Reminder time may be displayed by
pressing REMINDER.
NOTE: Tile REM indicator will remain lit to show that tile Reminder is set. 'lb clear tile Reminder befbre
it occurs, press REMINDER, then 0. Tile REM indicator
will no longer be lit.
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CLEAR
You nlay lock tile control
panel to prevent die microwave _om being accidentally started or used by children.
To lock or tinlock tile controls, press and hold
CLEAR/OFF tbr about three seconds. When the
control panel is locked, an "L" will be displayed m tile extreme right.
TL
For best cooking results, leave tile turntable o11. It can be turned offfor
large dishes. Press TURNTABLE to turn tile turntable oi1 or ott_
Sometimes the turntable can become too hot to
touch. Be carefM touching tile turntable during and after cooking.
VENTFAN
The vent fan renloves
steam and other vapors ti_om surtace cooking.
Press VENT FAN once fbr high fSn speed, twice tk_r
low tan speed or a third time to turn tile t_tn of[.
An automatic tan teature protecks tile microwave
tronl too much heat rising flora tile cooktop below it,
It automatically turns on at low speed if it senses too
nmch heat.
if you have turned tile fhn on you may find that you
cannot turn it ot_ The fan will automatically turn off
when the internal parts are cool. It may stay oi1 fbr
30 minutes or nlore aider tile cooktop and microwave
controls are turned oil.
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Other Features Your Model May Have
SURFACE
LIGHT
Press to turn tile surface light on o1' olt_
On sonle nlodels, there is a night light option.
Press SIjRFACE LIGttT once f_r blight light, twice
for the night light or three times to turn tile light off.
'Pile beeper sound level can be adjusted. Press
BEEPER VOLU ME, Choose 0-3 tbr mute
m loud.
You can set tile night light m turn on and off
automatically at any time you want.
I Press AUTO NITE
LtGH'E
2 Enter tile time you want
the light to turn on. Select AM or PM.
3 Press AUTO NITE
LIGHT again and enter
tile time you want the light to turn off. Select
AM or PM.
# Press AUTO NITE
LtGH'E
NITE will stay lit m remind you that tile feature is set.
You can review the Auto Nite Light settings by
pressing AUTO NITE LIGHT
To e]_ase your settings and turn off tile automatic
t>ature, press AUTO NITE LIGHT, then 0.
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How to Use the Shelf
When Microwaving
Food microwaves best when placed on file
turntable or on tile shelf'
ixl the lower position.
Only use tile shelf when reheating on move than
one level. Do not store the
shelf inside the oven cavity.
Tile shelf gives you the option to reheat more
than one dish of' food at tile same time,
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Other Features Your Model May Have
To reheat on 2 levels
or
To reheat 2 dishes on the lower level:
I Multiply reheat time
by 1'/2.
2 Switch places after 1/2
tile time.
To reheat on 3 levels
I Double tile reheating
time.
2 Switch places twice and
give the dishes a 1/2 turn during reheating.
(Place dense foods, or
those that require a longer cook time, on tile
upper shelf first.)
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Microwave Terms
Arcing is the microwave term for sparlcs in d_e oven. Arcing is caused by:
the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the
IlliCl'O_*_a'v'e walls.
metal or ioil touching tim side of tile oven.
tbil d,at is not molded m fbod (upturned edges act like alltellnas).
metal such as twist ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
(:overs hold in moisture, allow fbr more even heating and reduce cooking time. Venting plastic wl-ap or covering with wax paper
allows excess steam to escape. In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked toods m
prevent ovelq_rowning. When microwaving, you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs on
poultlT, which would cook belt)re larger parts. 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.
At'_er covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape.
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Care and Cleaning
An occasional tho_'ough wiping vdth a solution of
baking soda and water
keeps tile inside fresh.
NOT£: Be certain the power is off before cleaning any
part of tbls oven.
Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Deer
Some spatte_ can be
remo,_ed _i*h a paper' towel, others may require
a damp cloth. Remove greasy spattel"s with a sudsy
cloth, then rinse with a damp cloth. Do i_ot use
abrasive cleanel's or sharp tttens[ls on r_wen walls.
Never use a commercial
oven cleaner on any part of your microwave.
RemovableTurntableand
TurntableSupport
'['o prevent breakage, do not place tile turntable
iilto water iust after cooking. Wash it carefldly
in Wal_l]* s_ldsy _4atel- _)r
in the dishwasher: The
turmable and support
can be broken if d_x;pped.
Remember, do not open'ate tile oven without the
turntable and support i'p,place.
Shelf
Clean with mild soap and _a,a_e_'<_"i_ the O.ishwasher.
Do not dean in a self-
cleaning oven.
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W
Case
Clean tile outside of the microwave with a suds),
cloth. Rinse atld then d_3'. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth.
Control Panel and Door
Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thorougldy. Do not use cleataing sprays, large amounts of soap and water', abrasives or sharp ot)jects on the panel--they can damage it. Some paper
towels can also scratch the control panel.
DoorSeal
it's important m keep the area clean where the door
seals against the microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive demrgents applied with a clean sponge or sot} cloth.
Rinse well.
Bottom
Clean off tile grease and dust oi1 the bottom dizen.
Use a sohldon of warm water and detergent.
Do not use a steel-wool pad; it will scratch the
surface.
'lb clean stainless steel surfaces, rise a hot, damp
cloth with a mild detergent suitable for stainless steel
surfaces. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to remove soap.
D1T with a dry, clean cloth. If fbod soil remains, try a
gene_al kitchen cleanel; such as Pantastik_ Simple
Green¢_ or Formula 4092 o For hard-to-clean soil, use
a standard stainless steel cleatler, such _s Bon-Anli ®
or Cameo2o
Apply cleaner with a damp sponge. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to remove
cleanen DU with a dry, clean cloth. Always scrub
lightly in the direction of the grain.
After cleaning, use a stainless steel polish, such as Stainless Steel Magic, _ Revere Copper and
Stainless Steel Cleanerp or Wenol All PmTpose
Metal Polish_ Follow the product instructions for
cleaning the stainless steel surtace.
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%
Light Bulb Replacement
I 'lb replace tile buli)(s),
tirst disconnect tile power at the main fl_se or circuit
breaker panel or pull tbe plug.
2 Remove tbe screw at tile
fi'ont of tile light cover
aild lower tile co_,el_
3 Be sure tile bulb(s) to be
replaced are cool before removing, After breaking
tile adhesive seal, remove tile bulb by gently turning,
4 Replace tile screw.
Connect electrical power to the oven.
I 'lb replace tbe oven light,
tirst disconnect the power at the main tuse or circuit
breaker panel or pull tbe plug.
2 Remove tile mp grille by
taking out the 2 screws tbat hold it in place,
3 Next, remove the screw
located above tile door near tile center of tile oven tbat secures the
ligbt housing.
4 Replace tile screw,
Connect electrical power
to the oven.
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The Exhaust Feature W
The vent fan has 2 metal reusable grease filters.
Models tbat recirculate air back into tile morn also
use a charcoal filtel_
The metal filters trap grease released by foods on the cooktop. They also prevent flames flora fbods on the cooktop fl'om damaging the inside of
the microwave.
For this reason, tile filters must ALWAYS be in place
when the hood is used. Tile grease filters should
be cleaned once a month, or as needed.
To remove, slide it to tile rear using tlm tab. Pull it
down and out.
To dean the grease filter, soak it and then swish it
around in hot water and
detergent. Don't use
all_tlilonia oI' ail_tIllonia
products because they will darken tile metal. Light brLtshing can be used to
remove embedded dirt.
Rinse, shake and let it dry befbre replacing.
To replace, slide the filter ill the fi'ame slot on tile
back of the opening. Pull up and to tile fi'ont to lock into place.
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The Exhaust Feature
If' tile model is not vented to tile outside, tile air will be recirculated through a
disposable charcoal filter that helps remove smoke
and odors.
Tile charcoal filter should be replaced when it is
noticeably dirty or discolored (usually after
6-12 months, depending on hood usage).
'lb remove the cbarcoal filtel; disconnect power at
the nlain fllse or circtlit breaker panel or pull
the plug.
Remove tile top grille by removing tile 2 screws that hold it in place, glide tile
filter towards the fi'ont of tile oven and remove it.
'lb install a new filter, remove plastic and other
outer w_apping fi'om the new filte_
insert tile filter into tile mp opening of the oven
as shown. It will rest at all angle on 2 side support
tabs and in tiont of the right rear tab. Replace
tile grille and 2 screws.
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Before You Call Far Service
Proble_ Pb_ible Cause Wh_ D
A fuse in your home Replace fuse or reset circuit breaken
Reheat
may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
Power surge.
Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet.
The cooktop fight is 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 locked.
You have tried to start the Reminder without
a valid time of day. You have tried to start
the Auto Nite Light without a valid time of
day entered for the
on-thne and off-time.
You have tried to chm_ge the power level when it is
not allowed.
When using a Sensor
feature, the door was
opened before steam could be detected.
Steam was not detected in maxbnum amount of
time.
Sensor Reheat is for single servings of
recommended foods.
Unplug tile microwave oven, dlen plug
it hack in. Make sure tile 3-prong plug on the
oven is fully inserted into wall outlet.
This is normal.
Press and hold CLEAR/OFF fbr
about 3 seconds to unlock tile control
Start over and enter a valid time of day.
Start over and enter a valid time of day.
Many of the oven's i>atures are preset and cannot be changed.
Do not open door until steam is sensed and time is shown counting
down on display.
Use Time Cook to heat fi)r more time.
Use Time Cook for large amounts of tbod.
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Before You Call For Service
Steam or vapor escaping
fronl around the door.
Light _eflection around
door or outer case.
Dimming oven light and change in tile blower sound at power levels other than high.
Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.
T_Cradio intert_rence might be noticed while
using the microwave. Similar to tile interference
caused by other small appliances, it does not indicate a problem wifll tile microwave. Plug tile
microwave into a dift_rent electrical circuit, move tile Fadio or _ as fbr away
flora tile microwave as possible, or check the
position and signal of tile _/radio antenna.
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Notes
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Notes
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Notes
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