General electric JVM1871, JVM3670, DVM1850, JVM2050, EMO4000 Owner’s Manual

					ge.com
Spacemaker	Safety Instructions		. . . .2–9		Español
	Changing the				Para consultar una
Oven	Operating Instructions				For a Spanish version
	Auto Features			20	of this manual,
		. . .	. .		visit our Website at
	Care and
					ge.com.
	Cleaning			33, 34
		. . .	. .
	Power Level . .	. . .	. .	. . .13	version en español
	Cooking Guide	. . .	. .	15, 16	de este manual
	Defrosting Guide .		. .	. . .18	de instrucciones,
	Exhaust Feature . .		. .	37, 38	visite nuestro sitio
Microwave	Features of Your				de internet ge.com.
	Microwave Oven			11, 12
			. .
	Microwave Terms .		. .	. . .32
	Other Features	. . . . 25–31
	Replacing Bulbs	. .	. .	35, 36
	Sensor Features	. . . .21–24
	Time Features .	. . .	. .	14–19
	Troubleshooting Tips			. . .39
	Things That Are
	Normal With Your
	Microwave Oven . .		. .	. . .40
	Consumer Support
	Consumer
	Support . . . . . .	Back Cover
	Optional Kits .	. . .	. .	. . .10
	Product
	Registration . .	. . .	. .	41, 42
	Warranty . . . . .	. . .	. .	. . .43

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # __________________________

Serial # __________________________

Find these numbers on a label inside the oven.

Owner’s

Manual

JVM1850

JNM1851

JVM1870

JVM1871

JVM2050

JVM3670

DVM1850

EMO4000

DE68-03327A 49-40537 09-06 JR

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID

POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO

EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

■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:

		door (bent),
	1
		hinges and latches
	2
		(broken or loosened),
		door seals and sealing
	3
		surfaces.

■The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

■Read and follow the specific precautions in the Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy section above.

■This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See the Grounding Instructions section on page 8.

2

■Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.

■This microwave oven is intended for household use and is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges.

■This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.

ge.com

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

■Do not mount this appliance over a sink.

■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 available 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.

■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.

■Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation.

■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 the 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 undercooked after

the first countdown, use Time Cook for additional cooking time.

■See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual.

■This appliance should be serviced only 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.

Instructions Safety

Instructions Operating

Tips Troubleshooting

Support Consumer

3

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

ARCING

If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem.

Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by:

■The metal shelf not installed correctly so it touches the microwave wall.

■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.

FOODS

■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.

4

ge.com

■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 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 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.

Instructions Safety

Instructions Operating

Tips Troubleshooting

Support Consumer

5

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE

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.”

How to test for a microwavesafe dish.

■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.

6

ge.com

■“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.

■Use foil only as directed

in this manual. When using

foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1″ away 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:

1Use microwave-safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer’s recommendations.

2 Do not microwave empty containers.

3 Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision.

Instructions Safety

Instructions Operating

Tips Troubleshooting

Support Consumer

7

Ensure proper ground exists before use.

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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.

8

ge.com

THE VENT FAN

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 filter.

■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 filter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filter.

■When preparing flaming foods under the microwave, turn the 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.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Instructions Safety

Instructions Operating

Tips Troubleshooting

Support Consumer

9

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

About optional kits.

OPTIONAL KITS

Filler Panel Kits	JX81B, JX81H
JX52WH – White
JX52BL – Black
When replacing a 36″ range
hood, filler panel kits fill in
the additional width to
provide a custom built-in
appearance.	JX52

For installation between cabinets

only; not for end-of-cabinet installation. Each kit contains two 3″-wide filler panels.

Filter Kits

JX81B – Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit (1800 and 3600 Series models)

JX81H – Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit (2000 Series models)

Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be vented to the outside.

Available at extra cost from your GE supplier. See the back cover for ordering by phone or at ge.com.

10

About the features of your
microwave oven.	ge.com

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

Features of the Oven

Door Handle. Pull to open the door. The door must be securely latched for the microwave to operate.

Door Latches.

Window with Metal Shield.

Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.

Active Vent (on some models). The vent door swings open when the fan operates and closes when the fan shuts off.

Shelf. Lets you microwave several foods at once. Food microwaves best when placed directly on the turntable.

Touch Control Panel Display.

Cooktop Light.

Grease Filter.

Removable Turntable.

Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning.

NOTE: Rating plate is located on the inside wall of the microwave, or on the upper left front behind the door. Oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.

Instructions Safety

Instructions Operating

Tips Troubleshooting

Support Consumer

11

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

About the features of your microwave oven.

You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto features.

Cooking Controls

Time and Auto Features

Press	Enter
TIME COOK I & II	Amount of cooking time
Press once or twice
AUTO/TIME DEFROST	Amount of defrosting time
Press twice
CUSTOM (on some models)	Follow displayed instructions
EXPRESS COOK	Starts immediately!
ADD 30 SEC	Starts immediately!
POWER LEVEL	Power level 1–10
AUTO/TIME DEFROST	Food weight
Press once	up to 6 lbs.
1 lb. QUICK DEFROST	Starts immediately!
MELT (on some models)	Food type

Press	Enter	Option
POPCORN	Starts immediately!	more/less time
BEVERAGE	Starts immediately!
REHEAT	Starts immediately!
Press once (plate of 3 foods)		more/less time
Press twice (pasta 8–12 oz.)		more/less time
Press three times (vegetables 1/2–2 cups)		more/less time
POTATO	Starts immediately!	more/less time
VEGETABLE	Starts immediately!
Press once (fresh vegetables)		more/less time
Press twice (frozen vegetables)		more/less time
Press three times (canned vegetables)		more/less time
		(on some models)
CHICKEN/FISH (on some models)	Starts immediately!	more/less time
Press once (chicken pieces)
Sensor Features

12	Press twice (fish)

About changing the
power level.	ge.com

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, EXPRESS COOK or ADD 30 SEC. The power level may also be changed during time countdown.

1 Press TIME COOK or select Time Defrost.

2 Enter cooking or defrosting time.

3 Press POWER LEVEL.

4 Select desired power level 1–10.

5 Press START.

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:

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.

Instructions Safety

Instructions Operating

Tips Troubleshooting

Support Consumer

13

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

About the time features.

TIME

COOK

1

2

3

EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK

4

5

6

EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK

7 8 9

0

START

PAUSE

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 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:

		Press TIME COOK.
	1
		Enter the first cook time.
	2
		Change the power level if you don’t want full
	3
		power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired
		power level 1–10.)
		Press TIME COOK again.
	4
		Enter the second cook time.
	5
		Change the power level if you don’t want full
	6
		power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a power
		level 1–10.)
		Press START.
	7

At the end of Time Cook I, Time Cook II counts down.

14

ge.com

Cooking Guide for Time Cook I and Time Cook 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
		Med-High (7)	dish, 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
	(11⁄4 to 11⁄2 lbs.)		1/2 cup water.
(fresh spears)	1 bunch	9 to 13 min.	In 2-qt. oblong glass baking
	(11⁄4 to 11⁄2 lbs.)		dish, place 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
	(about 2 lbs.)		1/4 cup 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.

Instructions Safety

Instructions Operating

Tips Troubleshooting

Support Consumer

15

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

About the time features.

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
		per ear	dish, place 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.
white)	(6 to 8 oz each)		Place 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.
sweet or white)			Place in 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
chopped			3 tablespoons water.
and leaf)
Squash
(fresh, summer	1 lb. sliced	5 to 7 min.	In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place
and yellow)			1/4 cup water.
(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-side-down. Turn cut-side-up
			after 4 minutes.

16

ge.com

Time Defrost

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.

A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting. This sound is normal when the oven is not operating at High power.

Defrosting Tips

■For best results, place food directly on the defrost rack and place the rack on the turntable.

■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.

Instructions Safety

Instructions Operating

Tips Troubleshooting

Support Consumer

17

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

About the time features.

Defrosting Guide

	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
		per lb.	dish. 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.
	cut up (21⁄2 to 3 lbs.)		Unwrap and turn over after
			half the time. When finished,
			separate pieces and microwave
			2 to 4 minutes more, if necessary.
			Let stand to finish defrosting.
	Chicken, whole	17 to 21 min.	Place wrapped chicken in dish.
	(21⁄2 to 3 lbs.)		After half 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
		per lb.	breast-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
		per lb.	breast-side-down. After half the
			time, turn over and shield warm
			areas with foil. Finish defrosting.
			Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator
18			to complete defrosting.

ge.com

1

2

3

EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK

4

5

6

EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK

Express Cook

This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1–6 minutes.

Press one of the Express 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.

Add 30 Seconds

ADD

30 SEC.

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.

Instructions Safety

Instructions Operating

Tips Troubleshooting

Support Consumer

19

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

About the auto features.

1 Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST once for 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). Enter weight up to

6 pounds for Auto Defrost.

3 Press START.

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.

■For best results, remove food from the package, place food directly on the defrost rack and place the rack on the turntable.

■Twice during Auto Defrost, the oven signals Turn Food Over. At each 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.

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

Weight of	Enter Food
Food in	Weight
Ounces	(tenths of
	a pound)
9–10	.6
11	.7
12–13	.8
14–15	.9

1 lb. Quick Defrost

1 lb. Quick Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels for foods weighing one pound.

Press 1 lb. Quick Defrost. The oven starts automatically. When the oven signals, turn food over.

■For best results, remove food from the package, place food directly on the defrost rack and place the rack on the turntable.

1

2

3

Press MELT.

Enter number for food type.

Press START.

Melt (on some models)

A convenient way to melt frequently used food items.

Food Item	Quantity	Enter
Butter	2, 4 or 8 oz	1
Chocolate Chips	2–16 oz	2
Marshmallow	2–16 oz	3
Caramel	2–16 oz	4
Cheese	2–32 oz	5

20

About the sensor features.

ge.com

Covered

Vented

Dry off dishes so they don’t mislead the sensor.

Humidity Sensor

What happens when using the Sensor Features:

The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food.

Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. If food is undercooked after the countdown, use Time Cook for additional cooking time.

The proper containers and covers are essential for best sensor cooking.

Always use microwave-safe containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap. Never use tight sealing plastic containers—they can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.

Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.

BEVERAGE

NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in

succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or

burnt food.

Beverage

Press BEVERAGE once to heat an 8–10 oz cup of coffee or other beverage.

Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot. Remove the container with care.

If food is undercooked after the countdown use Time Cook for additional cooking time.

Instructions Safety

Instructions Operating

Tips Troubleshooting

Support Consumer

21

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

About the sensor features.

POPCORN

1 9

EXPRESS COOK

Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 to 3.5 ounces.

NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when using the Popcorn feature.

NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food.

Popcorn

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 for a regular size (3.0 to 3.5 oz) bag of popcorn. The oven starts immediately.

If you open the door while POPCORN is displayed, an error message will appear. Close the door and press START.

If food is undercooked after the countdown use Time Cook for additional cooking time.

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 20–30 seconds to the automatic popping time.

To add time:

After pressing POPCORN, press 9 within the first 30 seconds after the oven starts for an extra

20 seconds.

Press 9 again to add another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds additional time).

To subtract time:

After pressing POPCORN, press 1 within the first 30 seconds after the oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time.

Press 1 again to reduce cooking time another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds less time).

22

ge.com

For reheating single servings of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers.

NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when using the Reheat feature.

NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or

burnt food.

Reheat

How to Use the Reheat feature:

1 Place the cup of liquid or covered food in the oven. Press REHEAT once, twice or three times. The oven starts immediately.

Press once for a plate of leftovers. Press twice for pasta (8–12 oz).

Press three times for vegetables (1/2 to 2 cups).

2 The oven signals when steam is sensed and the time remaining begins counting down.

Do not open the oven door until time is counting down. If the door is opened, close it and press START immediately.

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 after the countdown use Time Cook for additional reheating time.

How to Change the Automatic Settings:

To reduce time by 10%:

Press 1 within 30 seconds after pressing the

REHEAT pad.

To add 10% to cooking time:

Press 9 within 30 seconds after pressing the

REHEAT pad.

Some Foods Not Recommended For Use With Reheat:

It is best to use Time Cook for these foods:

■Bread products.

■Foods that must be reheated uncovered.

■Foods that need to be stirred or rotated.

■Foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after reheating.

Instructions Safety

Instructions Operating

Tips Troubleshooting

Support Consumer

23

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

About the sensor features.

Sensor Cooking

Sensor cooking gives you easy, automatic results with a variety of foods (see the Cooking Guide below).

NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf with Sensor Cooking.

NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or

burnt food.

(Fish and Chicken Pieces on some models)

1 Place covered food in the oven. Press the food pad. For vegetables, press the VEGETABLE pad once for fresh vegetables, twice for frozen vegetables or three times for canned vegetables. For chicken or fish, press the CHICKEN/FISH pad once for chicken pieces or twice for fish. The oven starts immediately.

2 The oven signals when steam is sensed and the time remaining begins counting down. Turn or stir the food if necessary.

Do not open the oven door until time is counting down. If the door is opened, close it and press START immediately.

If food is undercooked after the countdown use Time Cook for additional cooking time.

How to Change the Automatic Settings (automatic settings for canned vegetables cannot be adjusted on some models):

You can adjust the cooking time for all foods to suit your personal taste.

To reduce time by 10%:

		Press 1 within 30 seconds after pressing the
		food pad.
	To add 10% to cooking time:
		Press 9 within 30 seconds after pressing the
Cooking Guide		food pad.
Food Type	Amount	Comments
Canned Vegetables	4–16 oz	Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Frozen Vegetables	4–16 oz	Follow package instructions for adding
		water. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Fresh Vegetables	4–16 oz	Add 1/4 cup water per serving.
		Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Potatoes	8–32 oz	Pierce skin with fork. Place potatoes
		on the turntable.
Fish*	4–16 oz	Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Chicken Pieces*	2–8 pieces	Cover with vented plastic wrap.
*On some models

24

Select AM or PM.

Press CLOCK.

Other features your
model may have.	ge.com
Custom

CUSTOM

1	2	3
EXPRESS COOK	EXPRESS COOK	EXPRESS COOK
4	5	6
EXPRESS COOK	EXPRESS COOK	EXPRESS COOK
7	8	9

The CUSTOM pad allows you to save your most frequently used settings. (Sensor cooking settings cannot be saved.)

To set and save a setting:

1 Press the CUSTOM pad.

	0
			2	Set the amount of cooking time.
				Set the power level, if desired. (Full power will
			3
				automatically be set if you do not change it.)
				Press the CUSTOM pad.
			4
		Your custom setting will be remembered for future
		one touch use.
		To clear the custom setting, press and hold the
		CUSTOM pad for 2 seconds.
		Help
	HELP
		The HELP pad displays feature information and
		helpful hints. Press HELP; then select a feature pad.
		Cooking Complete Reminder
		To remind you that you have food in the oven,
		the oven will display FOOD IS READY and beep once
		a minute until you either open the oven door or
		press CLEAR/OFF.

CLOCK

AM / PM

1 2 3

EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK

4

5

6

EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK

7	8	9
	0

START

PAUSE

Clock

Press CLOCK to set the time of day.

1

2 Enter the time of day.

3

4 Press START.

To check the time of day while microwaving, press CLOCK.

Instructions Safety

Instructions Operating

Tips Troubleshooting

Support Consumer

25

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

Other features your model may have.

Delay Start

Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 24 hours.

1 Press DELAY START.

2 Select the cooking or defrosting feature you wish to delay; then enter the cooking or defrosting time.

3 Press START.

4 Enter the time you want the oven to start.

(Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.)

5 Select AM or PM.

6 Press START.

The start time will be displayed and will remain until the oven automatically starts at the delayed time.

The time of day may be displayed by pressing CLOCK.

	TIMER
1	2	3

EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK

4

5

6

EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK

7	8	9
	0

Timer

Timer operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating.

1 Press TIMER.

2 Enter time you want to count down.

3 Press TIMER to start.

To pause the countdown, press TIMER.

When time is up, the oven will signal. To turn off the timer signal, press TIMER.

NOTE: The timer indicator will be lit while the timer is operating.

To cancel the timer, press and hold the TIMER pad for 2 seconds.

26

ge.com

REMINDER

1	2	3
EXPRESS COOK	EXPRESS COOK	EXPRESS COOK
4	5	6
EXPRESS COOK	EXPRESS COOK	EXPRESS COOK
7	8	9
	0

CLOCK

AM / PM

Reminder

The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock, and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating. The Reminder time can be set up to 24 hours later.

1 Press REMINDER.

2 Enter the time you want the oven to remind you. (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.)

3 Select AM or PM.

4 Press REMINDER. When Reminder signal occurs, press REMINDER to turn it off. The Reminder time may be displayed by pressing REMINDER.

NOTE: The REM indicator will remain lit to show that the Reminder is set. To clear the Reminder before it occurs, press and hold the REMINDER pad for 2 seconds.

	Start/Pause
START	In addition to starting many functions,
PAUSE

START/PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display.

Instructions Safety

Instructions Operating

Tips Troubleshooting

Support Consumer

27