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Microwave Oven
Sensor Convection
MFL38211602 49-40549-1 07-08 JR
PEB1590
Owner’s
Manual
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Safety Information
Arcing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Grounding Instructions . . . . . . . 6
Important Safety
Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7
Microwave-Safe Cookware . . . . . 5
Precautions to Avoid Possible
Exposure to Excessive
Microwave Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Operating Instructions
Best Method of
Cooking Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Changing Power Level . . . . . . . 13
Combination Features . .10, 18, 19
Convection Features . . . 10, 17, 19
Cooking Options . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cookware Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Features of Your Oven . . . . . . 8, 9
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . .21, 22
Beeper Volume . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Child Lock-Out . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Cooking Complete
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Display ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . .22
Display Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
OFF/CLEAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
START/PAUSE . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Sensor Microwave
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–16
Time and Auto
Microwave Features . . . . 9, 11, 12
Care and Cleaning
Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Stainless Steel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call For Service . . . 26
Things That Are Normal
With Your Microwave Oven . . . 27
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
#
#
You can find them on a label
when the door is open.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
■ 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 6.
■ Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with
the provided Installation Instructions.
■ This product is to be used 3′ above floor level.
■ Be certain to place the front surface of the door 3″ or
more back from the countertop edge to avoid accidental
tipping of the appliance in normal usage.
■ 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 for its intended use as described
in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors
in this appliance. This microwave oven is specifically
designed to heat, dry or cook food, and is not intended
for laboratory or industrial use.
■ This microwave oven is not approved or tested for
marine use.
■ 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.
— 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.
— 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.
■ When using the convection or combination cooking
functions, both the outside and inside of the oven will
become hot. Always use hot pads to remove containers
of food and accessories such as the oven shelf.
■
Thermometer—
Do not use regular cooking or oven
thermometers when cooking by microwave or
combination. The metal and mercury in these
thermometers could cause
arcing
and possible damage
to the oven. Do not use a thermometer in food you are
microwaving unless the thermometer is designed or
recommended for use in the microwave oven.
■ Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn
off the pad and touch electrical parts involving risk of
electric shock.
WARNING!
(a) 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.
( b) Do Not Place
any object between the oven front face
and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) 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:
(1) door (bent)
(2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened)
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The Oven Should Not
be adjusted or repaired by
anyone except properly qualified service personnel.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
■ Do not store any materials, other than our recommended
accessories, in this oven when not in 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 let power cord hang over edge of table or
counter.
■ For countertop installation:
— Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave
oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
■ For built-in installation with approved trim kit:
— Do not mount this appliance over a sink.
— Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave
oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
■ Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance
beneath this microwave oven.
■ It is important to keep the area clean where the door
seals against the microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive
detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth.
Rinse well.
■ This appliance must only be serviced by qualified service
personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
■ As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary
when used by children.
■ 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.
ARCING
If you see arcing, press the OFF/CLEAR button 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 gold-
rimmed dishes, in the microwave.
■ Recycled paper towels containing small metal
pieces being used in the microwave.
WARNING!
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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.
■ 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.
■
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.
■ Foods cooked in liquids (such as pasta) may
tend to boil more rapidly than foods containing
less moisture. Should this occur, refer to the
Care and cleaning of the microwave oven
section
for instructions on how to clean the inside of
the oven.
■ 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. 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 (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.
WARNING!
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MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE
Do not operate the oven without the turntable and the turntable support seated and in place. The turntable
must be unrestricted so it can rotate.
Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles,
cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metallic
trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used. Some cookware is labeled “suitable for microwaving.”
■ If you are not sure if a dish is microwave-safe,
use this test: Place in the oven both the dish you
are testing and a glass measuring cup filled with
1 cup of water—set the measuring cup either in
or next to the dish. Microwave 30–45 seconds at
high. If the dish heats, it should not be used for
microwaving.
If the dish remains cool and only the water in
the cup heats, then the dish is microwave-safe.
■
Oversized food or oversized metal cookware
should not be used in a microwave/convection
oven because they increase the risk of electric
shock and could cause a fire.
■
Sometimes the oven floor, turntable and walls
can become too hot to touch. Be careful touching
the floor, turntable and walls during and after
cooking.
■ 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.
■ Use of the shelf accessory:
— Remove the shelf from the oven when
not in use.
— Use pot holders when handling the shelf and
cookware. They may be hot.
— Be sure that the shelf is positioned properly
inside the oven to prevent product damage.
— Do not cover the shelf or any part of the oven
with metal foil. This will cause overheating of
the microwave/convection oven.
■ Do not use your microwave/convection oven 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.
■
Do not use paper products when the microwave/
convection oven is operated in the convection or
combination mode.
■ 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.
■ Use foil only as directed in this manual.
TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less
than 3/4″ 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 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 microwave-safe 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:
Use microwave-safe plastics only and use
them in strict compliance with the cookware
manufacturer’s recommendations.
Do not microwave empty containers.
Do not permit children to use plastic
cookware without complete supervision.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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.
We do not recommend using 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. (See
EXTENSION
CORDS
section.)
For best operation, plug this appliance into its
own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights,
blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker.
NOTE: Do not use an adapter plug with this
appliance.
WARNING!
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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EXTENSION CORDS
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or
tripping over a longer cord.
Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them.
If an extension cord is used—
The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating
of the appliance;
The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and it must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet;
The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
If you use an 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.
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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.
NOTICE—PACEMAKERS
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About the features of your oven.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
1000 Watts
Features of the Oven
Door Latch Release Handle.
Door Latches.
Window with Metal Shield.
Screen allows
cooking to be viewed while keeping
microwaves confined in the oven.
Control Panel and Selector Dial.
Removable Turntable.
Turntable and support
must
be in place when using the oven. The
turntable may be removed for cleaning.
Removable Turntable Support.
The turntable
support must be in place when using
the oven.
Shelf.
Use when convection or combination
cooking. (Do not use when microwave
cooking.)
Optional Accessories:
Available at extra cost from your GE supplier.
Choose the appropriate Installation Kit below to
convert this oven to a built-in wall oven.
For 27″installations:
Model Kit
PEB1590DMBB JX1527DMBB
PEB1590SMSS JX1527SMSS
PEB1590DMWW JX1527DMWW
For 30″installations:
Model Kit
PEB1590DMBB JX1530DMBB
PEB1590SMSS JX1530SMSS
PEB1590DMWW JX1530DMWW
NOTE: Oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside
walls of the microwave oven. The rating plate is located on
the face of the oven (visible when the door is open).
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You can cook by microwave, convection or combination.
About the cooking features of your
microwave/convection oven.
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Cooking Controls
Selector Dial
Microwave Cooking Time and Auto Features
Press Turn and push dial to enter
TIME COOK Amount of cooking time
Press once or twice
EXPRESS cook/Add 30 sec. Starts immediately!
DEFROST
Press once (Time) Amount of defrosting time
Press twice (Auto) Food weight
POWER level Power level 1–10
Sensor Features
Press Turn and push dial to enter Option
POPCORN Starts immediately! more/less time
Press once or twice
REHEAT Starts immediately! more/less time
BEVERAGE Starts immediately!
COOK Food type 1–7 more/less time
Convection Cooking
Press Turn and push dial to enter
CONVECTION cook Oven temperature and cook time
Combination Cooking
Press Turn and push dial to enter
COMBINATION cook Oven temperature and cook time
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Do not use the shelf when
microwave cooking.
Always use the shelf when
convection cooking.
Cooking Method
Microwave energy
is distributed evenly
throughout the oven
for thorough, fast
cooking of food.
Heat Source
Microwave energy.
Heat Conduction
Heat produced
within food by
instant energy
penetration.
Benefits
Fast, high efficiency
cooking. Oven and
surroundings do
not get hot.
Easy clean-up.
Cooking Method
Hot air circulates
around food to
produce browned
exteriors and seal
in juices.
Heat Source
Circulating
heated air.
Heat Conduction
Heat conducted
from outside of food
to inside.
Benefits
Aids in browning
and seals in flavor.
Cooks some foods
faster than regular
ovens.
Cooking Method
Microwave energy
and convection heat
combine to cook
foods in up to
one-half the time
of regular ovens,
while browning and
sealing in juices.
Heat Source
Microwave energy
and circulating
heated air.
Heat Conduction
Food heats from
instant energy from
penetration and heat
conducted from
outside of food.
Benefits
Shortened
cooking time from
microwave energy,
plus browning and
crisping from
convection heat.
Always use the shelf when
combination cooking.
Available cooking options.
Microwave Cooking
Convection Cooking
Combination Cooking
Your oven also offers the option of combination cooking, using microwave energy along
with convection cooking. You cook with speed and accuracy, while browning and crisping
to perfection.
During convection cooking, a heating element is used to raise the temperature of the air
inside the oven. Any oven temperature from 225°F to 450°F may be programmed. A fan
gently circulates this heated air throughout the oven, over and around the food,
producing golden brown exteriors and rich moist interiors.
Because the heated air is kept constantly moving, not permitting a layer of cooler air to
develop around the food; some foods cook faster than in regular oven cooking.
Your oven uses microwave energy to cook by a set time or weight, or automatically
by sensor.
Sensor
microwave works by detecting the increasing humidity released during cooking.
The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food.
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Time Cook
Time Cook I
Allows you to microwave for any time
between 15 seconds and 95 minutes.
Power level 10 (High)
is automatically set,
but you may change it for more flexibility.
Press the
TIME COOK
button
.
Turn the dial to set the cook time and
press the dial to enter.
Change power level if you don’t want
full power. (Press
POWER.
Turn the dial
to select. Press the dial to enter.)
Press the
START/PAUSE
button to start
cooking.
You may open the door during
Time cook
to check the food. Close the door and press
START/PAUSE
to resume cooking.
Time Cook II
Lets you change power levels automatically
during cooking. Here’s how to do it:
Press the
TIME COOK
button.
Turn the dial to set the first cook time
and press the dial to enter.
Change the power level if you don’t
want full power. (Press
POWER.
Turn the
dial to select. Press the dial to enter.)
Press the
TIME COOK
button again.
Turn the dial to set the second cook
time and press the dial to enter.
Change the power level if you don’t
want full power. (Press
POWER.
Turn the
dial to select. Press the dial to enter.)
Press the
START/PAUSE
button to start
cooking.
At the end of
Time Cook I, Time Cook II
counts down.
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5
4
3
2
1
4
3
2
1
Express Cook
This is a quick way to set and start cooking in 30 second blocks each time the EXPRESS button
is pressed.
The power level will automatically be set at 10 and the oven will start immediately.
The power level can be changed as time is counting down. Press the
POWER
button,
turn the dial and press to enter.
TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
EXPRESS
Add 30 Seconds
■ Each time the
EXPRESS
button is pressed, it will add 30 seconds to any cooking time
counting down, until the maximun cooking time is reached.
EXPRESS
About the time and auto microwave features.
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TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
TIME COOK
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Time Defrost
Use
Time Defrost
to defrost for a selected
length of time.
Press the
DEFROST
button.
Turn the dial to select the time you
want. Press the dial to enter.
Press the
START/PAUSE
button to start
defrosting.
Turn the food over if the oven signals
TURN FOOD OVER.
Power level is automatically set at 3, but can
be changed. You can defrost small items
quickly by raising the power level after
entering the time.
Power level 7
cuts the
total defrosting time in about half;
power
level 10
cuts the total time to approximately
1/3. However, food will need more
frequent attention than usual.
A dull thumping noise may be heard
during defrosting. This is normal when
oven is not operating at
High
power.
Defrosting Tips
■
Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be
defrosted in the package. Closed packages
should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER
food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage
containers should be 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 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 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.
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TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
DEFROST
About the time and auto microwave features.
Auto Defrost
Use
Auto Defrost
for meat, poultry and fish.
Use
Time Defrost
for most other frozen foods.
Auto Defrost
automatically sets the
defrosting times and power levels to give
even defrosting results for meats, poultry
and fish.
■ Remove meat from package and place
on microwave-safe dish.
Press the
DEFROST
button twice.
Turn the dial to the food weight,
using the Conversion Guide at right.
For example, dial 1.2 for 1.2 pounds
(1 pound, 3 oz.). Press the dial to enter.
Press the
START/PAUSE
button to start
defrosting.
Turn the food over if the oven signals
TURN 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.
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Weight of Food Enter Food Weight
in Ounces (tenths of a pound)
1–2 .1
3.2
4–5 .3
6–7 .4
8.5
9–10 .6
11 .7
12–13 .8
14–15 .9
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2
1
TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
DEFROST
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About changing the power level.
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The power level may be entered or
changed immediately after entering the
time for
Time Cook, Time Defrost
or
Express
Cook.
The power level may also be changed
during time countdown.
First, follow directions for
Time Cook
,
Time Defrost
or
Express Cook.
Press the
POWER
button.
Turn the dial clockwise to increase and
counterclockwise to decrease the power
level. Press the dial to enter.
Press the
START/PAUSE
button to start
cooking.
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. 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.
Most cooking will be done on
High (power
level 10)
which gives you 100% power.
Power level 10
will cook faster but food may
need more frequent stirring, rotating or
turning over. 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:
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
for stews and less tender cuts of meat.
Low 2 or 3:
Defrosting; simmering; delicate
sauces.
Warm 1:
Keeping food warm; softening
butter.
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3
2
1
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PUSH TO ENTER
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About the sensor microwave features.
Humidity Sensor
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.
Dry off dishes so they don’t mislead
the sensor.
Vented
Covered
Cook
Because most cooking containers must be covered during
Cook
, this feature is best with
foods that you want to steam or retain moisture.
NOTE: Use of the metal shelf with Cook is not recommended.
Recommended Foods
A wide variety of foods including meats, fish and vegetables can be cooked using
this feature.
Foods not recommended
Foods that must be cooked uncovered, foods that require constant attention, foods that
require addition of ingredients during cooking and foods calling for a dry look or crisp
surface after cooking should not be cooked using this feature. It is best to
Time Cook
them.
COOK
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TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
COOK
Sensor Food Type Guide
Food Type Servings Serving Size Comments
Chicken Pieces
1 to 4 2 to 8 Use oblong, square or round dish.
pieces Cover with wax paper.
Fish
1 to 4 4 to 16 oz. Use oblong, square or round dish.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Ground Meat
— 1/2 to 2 lbs. Use round casserole dish. Crumble meat
(Beef, Pork, Turkey) into dish. Cover with wax paper or vented
plastic wrap.
Potatoes
1 to 4 1/2 to 2 lbs. Pierce skin with fork.
Cluster potatoes in center of oven floor.
Canned Vegetables
1 to 4 4 to 16 oz. Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Fresh Vegetables
1 to 4 4 to 16 oz. Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl.
Add 2 tablespoons water for each serving.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Frozen Vegetables
1 to 4 4 to 16 oz. Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl.
Follow package instructions for adding
water. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Cook
Place covered food in the oven and
close the door. Press the
COOK
button.
SELECT FOOD TYPE
appears in the
display.
Turn the dial to the desired food type.
Press to enter.
See the
Sensor Food Type Guide
below for
specific foods and instructions.
The oven starts immediately.
NOTE:
If the door was open while the
control was being set, close the door and
press the
START/PAUSE
button to begin
cooking.
Do not open the oven door before the countdown
time is displayed—steam escaping from the oven
can affect cooking performance. If the door is
opened, close the door and press START/PAUSE
immediately.
If ground meat was selected, the oven may
signal you to drain and stir the meat. Open
the door, drain the meat and close the door.
Press the
START/PAUSE
button if necessary
to resume cooking
If food is undercooked after the countdown
use
Time Cook
for additional cooking time.
Cooking Tips
■ When oven signals and countdown time
is displayed, the door may be opened
for stirring, turning or rotating food.
To resume cooking, close the door and
press
START/PAUSE
.
■ Match the amount of food to the size of
container. Fill containers at least 1/2 full.
■ Be sure outside of container and inside
of oven are dry.
■ After completion of Cook cycle, if food
needs additional cooking, return food to
oven and use
Time Cook
to finish cooking.
How to Adjust the Oven’s Automatic
Settings for a Shorter or Longer Cook Time
(Not available for all food types)
To subtract 10% from the automatic
cooking time:
Immediately after the oven starts, turn the
dial counterclockwise and press to enter.
To add 10% to the automatic cooking time:
Immediately after the oven starts, turn the
dial clockwise and press to enter.
2
1
NOTE: Do not use this
feature twice in succession
on the same food portion—
it may result in severely
overcooked or burnt food.
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Popcorn
To use the
Popcorn
feature:
Follow package instructions, using
Time Cook
if the package is less than
1.5 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces.
Place the package of popcorn in the
center of the microwave.
Press the
POPCORN
button once or
twice. The oven starts immediately.
Press once for a regular size (3.0 to 3.5 oz.)
bag of popcorn.
Press twice for a snack size (1.5 to 1.75 oz.)
bag of popcorn.
If you open the door while
POPCORN
is
displayed, an error message will appear.
Close the door, press
OFF/CLEAR
and
begin again.
If food is undercooked after the
countdown, use
Time Cook
for additional
cooking time.
How to Adjust the Automatic Popcorn Setting
to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time
If you find that the brand of popcorn you
use underpops or overpops consistently,
you can add or subtract 20–30 seconds to
the automatic popping time.
To subtract time:
Immediately after the oven starts, turn the
dial counterclockwise for 20 seconds (-) less
cooking time. Press to enter. Turn again to
reduce cooking time another 10 seconds
(- -) total 30 seconds less time. Press to
enter.
To add time:
Immediately after the oven starts, turn the
dial clockwise for an extra 20 seconds (+)
cooking time. Press to enter. Turn again to
add another 10 seconds (++) total 30
seconds additional time. Press to enter.
2
1
POPCORN
Use only with prepackaged
microwave popcorn weighing
1.5 to 3.5 ounces.
NOTE: Do not use this
feature twice in succession
on the same food portion—it
may result in severely
overcooked or burnt food.
NOTE: Do not use this
feature twice in succession
on the same food portion—
it may result in severely
overcooked or burnt food.
NOTE: Do not use this
feature twice in succession
on the same food portion—
it may result in severely
overcooked or burnt food.
Reheat
The
Reheat
feature reheats servings of
previously cooked foods or a plate of
leftovers.
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 1/2 to 1 full cup.
Press twice for 1 to 2 full cups.
Press three times for a plate of leftovers.
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
of food may be extremely hot.
If food is not hot enough after the
countdown, use
Time Cook
for additional
reheating time.
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.
How to Adjust the Oven’s Automatic
Settings for a Shorter or Longer Time
To subtract 10% from the automatic
cooking time:
Immediately after the oven starts, turn the
dial counterclockwise and press to enter.
To add 10% to the automatic cooking time:
Immediately after the oven starts, turn the
dial clockwise and press to enter.
2
1
REHEAT
Beverage
Press the
BEVERAGE
button to heat an
8–10 oz. cup of coffee or other beverage.
The oven starts immediately.
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.
BEVERAGE
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Convection cooking uses a heating element to raise the temperature of the air inside the
oven. Any oven temperature from 225°F to 450°F may be set. A fan gently circulates this
heated air throughout the oven, over and around the food, producing golden brown
exteriors and rich, moist interiors.
Because the heated air is kept constantly moving, not permitting a layer of cooler air
to develop around the food, some foods cook faster than in regular oven cooking.
See the Cookware Tips section for information on suggested cookware.
For Best Results…
Always use the shelf when convection cooking.
Reduce package/recipe temperature 25°F for baked goods.
The shelf is required for good air circulation and even browning.
See the Cookware Tips section for information on suggested cookware.
Convection Time Cook with Preheat
Press the
CONVECTION
button.
Turn the dial to set the oven
temperature and press dial to enter
preheating. Do not enter convection
cook time now. (The cook time will
be entered later, after the oven is
preheated.)
Press the
START/PAUSE
button
to start preheating.
When the oven is preheated, it will
signal. If you do not open the door
within 1 hour, the oven will turn off
automatically.
Open the oven door and, using
caution, place the food in the oven.
Close the oven door. Turn the dial
to set the cook time and press
START/PAUSE
to start cooking.
When cooking is complete, the oven
will signal and turn off.
2
4
5
6
7
1
3
CONVECTION
TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
Convection Time Cook without Preheating
If your recipe does not require
preheating, press the
CONVECTION
button.
Turn the dial to set the oven
temperature and press to enter.
Turn the dial to set the cook time and
press to enter.
Press the
START/PAUSE
button to start
the oven.
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2
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PUSH TO ENTER
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Combination Cooking
offers the best features of microwave energy and convection cooking.
Microwaves cook food fast and convection circulation of heated air browns foods
beautifully. Any oven temperature from 225°F to 450°F may be set.
For Best Results…
Always use the shelf when combination cooking.
The shelf is required for good air circulation and even browning.
See the Cookware Tips section for information on suggested cookware.
Combination Time Cooking without Preheat
If your recipe does not require
preheating, press the
COMBINATION
button.
Turn the dial to set the oven
temperature and press to enter.
Turn the dial to set the cook time
and press to enter.
Press the
START/PAUSE
button
to start the oven.
NOTE:
■ Some recipes call for preheating.
■ Check the
Cookware Tips
section for
correct cookware when
Combination
Cooking
.
■ Do not use metal cookware when
Combination Cooking
.
■ Place meat on a trivet in a glass dish to
collect juices and prevent spattering.
■ For best roasting and browning results,
whole roasts should be cooked in a glass
dish placed directly on the oven shelf.
■ For foods that are too tall to fit in the
oven, you can leave out the trivet. If
necessary, you may take out the shelf and
place the dish directly on the turntable.
3
2
1
4
Combination Time Cooking with Preheat
Press the
COMBINATION
button.
Turn the dial to set the oven
temperature and press dial to enter
preheating. Do not enter combination
cook time now. (The cook time will
be entered later, after the oven is
preheated.)
Press the
START/PAUSE
button to start
preheating.
When the oven is preheated, it will
signal. If you do not open the door
within 1 hour, the oven will turn off
automatically.
Open the oven door and, using
caution, place the food in the oven.
Close the oven door. Turn the dial to
set the cook time and press to enter.
Press the
START/PAUSE
button to start
cooking.
When cooking is complete, the oven
will signal and turn off.
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6
5
4
2
1
3
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TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
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Convection Cooking
Metal Pans are recommended for all types of baked products, but especially where
browning or crusting is important.
Dark or dull finish metal pans are best for breads and pies because they absorb heat
and produce crisper crust.
Shiny aluminum pans are better for cakes, cookies or muffins because these pans
reflect heat and help produce a light tender crust.
Glass or Glass-Ceramic casserole or baking dishes are best suited for egg and cheese
recipes due to the cleanability of glass.
Combination Cooking
Glass or Glass-Ceramic baking containers are recommended. Be sure not to use
items with metal trim as it may cause arcing (sparking) with oven wall or oven shelf,
damaging the cookware, the shelf or the oven.
Heat-Resistant Plastic microwave cookware (safe to 450°F) may be used, but it is not
recommended for foods requiring crusting or all-around browning, because the
plastic is a poor conductor of heat.
Cookware Microwave Convection Combination
Heat-Resistant Glass, Glass-Ceramic
Yes Yes Yes
(Pyrex®, Fire King®, Corning Ware®, etc.)
Metal
No Yes No
Non Heat-Resistant Glass
No No No
Microwave-Safe Plastics
Yes No Yes
❆
Plastic Films and Wraps
Yes No No
Paper Products
Yes No No
Straw, Wicker and Wood
Yes No No
❊
Use only microwave cookware that is safe to 450°F.
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Use the following guide to select the best method of cooking. Specific recipes can be adapted to any method of cooking.
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Foods Microwave Combination Convection
Appetizers
Dips and Spreads ❶
N/R N/R
Pastry Snacks ②❶②
Beverages ❶
N/R N/R
Sauces and Toppings ❶
N/R N/R
Soups and Stews ❶②
N/R
Meats
Defrosting
❶
N/R N/R
Roasting ②❶②
Poultry
Defrosting ❶
N/R N/R
Roasting ②❶②
Fish and Seafood
Defrosting ❶
N/R N/R
Cooking ❶②
N/R
Casseroles ②❶②
Eggs and Cheese
Scrambled, Omelets ❶
N/R
②
Quiche, Souffle ②②❶
Vegetables, (fresh) ❶
N/R N/R
Breads
Quick ②❶②
Yeast
N/R
②❶
Muffins, Coffee Cake ②❶②
Desserts
Cakes, Layer and Bundt ②❶②
Angel Food and Chiffon
N/R N/R
❶
Custard and Pudding ❶
N/R N/R
Bar Cookies ②❶②
Fruit ❶
N/R N/R
Pies and Pastry
N/R
②❶
Candy ❶
N/R N/R
Blanching Vegetables ❶
N/R N/R
Frozen Convenience Foods ❶②②
❶
—
Best method
②
—
Alternate method
N/R
—
Not recommended
Select the best method of cooking.
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Clock
Press to enter the time of day or to check
the time of day while cooking.
Press the
CLOCK
button.
Turn the dial to set hours. Press the dial
to enter.
Turn the dial to set minutes. Press the
dial to enter.
Turn the dial to select AM or PM.
Press the dial to enter.
Press the
START/PAUSE
button to start
the clock.
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4
3
2
1
TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
CLOCK
Cooking Complete Reminder
To remind you that you have food in the
oven, the oven will display
YOUR FOOD IS
READY
and beep once a minute until you
either open the oven door or press the
OFF/CLEAR
button.
Tim er
The
Timer
operates as a minute timer and
can be used at any time, even when the
oven is operating.
Press the
TIMER
button.
Turn the dial to select the minutes.
Press the dial to enter.
Turn the dial to select the seconds.
Press the dial to enter.
Press
TIMER
to start.
To pause, press TIMER. To restart, press
TIMER again.
To cancel, press and hold the TIMER button
down for about 2 seconds.
When time is up, the oven will signal.
To turn off the timer signal, press
TIMER.
NOTE: The timer indicator willl be lit while the timer
is operating.
4
3
2
1
TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
TIMER
CLEAR
OFF
PAUSE
START
Start/Pause
In addition to starting many functions,
START/PAUSE
allows you to stop cooking
without opening the door or clearing the
display.
Off/Clear
Press the
OFF/CLEAR
button to stop and
cancel cooking at any time.
Child Lock-Out
You may lock the control panel to prevent
the oven from being accidentally started or
used by children.
To lock or unlock the controls, press and
hold the
OFF/CLEAR
button for about three
seconds. When the control panel is locked,
CONTROL LOCKED
will be displayed briefly
anytime a button or dial is pressed.
CLEAR
OFF
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Display ON/OFF
Use to turn your clock display on or off.
Press the
OPTIONS
button twice and turn
the dial to select ONor
OFF
. Press the dial
to enter.
TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
OPTIONS
Display Speed
The scroll speed of the display can be
changed. Press the
OPTIONS
button three
times and turn the dial to select slowest to
fastest. Press the dial to enter.
TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
OPTIONS
Beeper Volume
The beeper sound level can be adjusted.
Press the
OPTIONS
button once and turn
the dial to select mute to loud. Press the
dial to enter.
TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
OPTIONS
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Arcing
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by:
■ the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the microwave walls.
■ metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
■ foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
■ metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
■ recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
Covering
Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time. Venting plastic wrap or
covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape.
Shielding
In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over-browning. When microwaving,
you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry, which would
cook before larger parts.
Standing Time
When you cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking or
to set. Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved cake is not
placed on a cooling rack.
Venting
After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess
steam can escape.
Microwave terms.
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Care and cleaning of the oven.
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 may require a damp cloth.
Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse with a damp cloth. Do not use
abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls.
To clean the surface of the door and the surface of the oven that come together upon
closing, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents using a sponge or soft cloth.
Rinse with a damp cloth and dry.
Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave.
Removable Turntable and Turntable Support
To prevent breakage, do not place the turntable into water just after cooking. Wash it
carefully in warm, sudsy water or in the dishwasher. The turntable and support can be
broken if dropped. Remember, do not operate the oven without the turntable and
support in place.
How to Clean the Outside
Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven. Ammonia or
alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave.
Case
Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth 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 can damage it. Some paper
towels can also scratch the control panel.
Door Surface
It is important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. Use only
mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.
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.
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Stainless Steel
Do not use a steel-wool pad; it will scratch
the surface.
To clean stainless steel surfaces, use a hot,
damp cloth with a mild detergent suitable
for stainless steel surfaces. Use a clean, hot,
damp cloth to remove soap. Dry with a dry,
clean cloth.
If food soil remains, try a general kitchen
cleaner, such as Fantastik®, Simple Green
®
or Formula 409®.
For hard-to-clean soil, use a standard
stainless-steel cleaner, such as Bon-Ami
®
or Cameo®.
Apply cleaner with a damp sponge. Use a
clean, hot, damp cloth to remove cleaner.
Dry 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 Cleaner
®
or
Wenol All Purpose Metal Polish
®
. Follow the
product instructions for cleaning the
stainless-steel surface.
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Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Oven will not start
A fuse in your home may be • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
blown or the circuit breaker
tripped.
Power surge. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in.
Plug not fully inserted into wall • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted
outlet. into wall outlet.
Door not securely closed. • Open the door and close securely.
Control panel lighted, yet
Door not securely closed. • Open the door and close securely.
oven will not start
START
button not pressed after • Press
START.
entering cooking selection.
Another selection entered • Press
OFF/CLEAR.
already in oven and
OFF/CLEAR
button not pressed to cancel it.
Cooking time not entered after • Make sure you have entered cooking time after pressing
pressing
TIME COOK. TIME COOK.
OFF/CLEAR
was pressed • Reset cooking program and press
START.
accidentally.
Food weight not entered after • Make sure you have entered food weight after selecting
selecting
AUTO DEFROST. AUTO DEFROST.
Food type not entered after • Make sure you have entered a food type.
pressing
COOK.
CONTROL LOCKED
The control has been locked. •Press and hold
OFF/CLEAR
for about 3 seconds
appears on display
to unlock the control.
CAUTION—OVEN HOT
The temperature inside the •This is normal.
appears on display
oven is greater than 200°F.
One of the sensor cooking • These features will not operate when the oven is hot.
pads was pressed when the
temperature inside the oven
was greater than 200°F.
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Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
■ Steam or vapor escaping from around
the door.
■ Light reflection around door or outer case.
■ Dimming oven light and change in
the blower sound at power levels other
than high.
■ Dull thumping sound while oven is
operating.
■ TV/radio interference might be noticed
while using the microwave. Similar to
the interference caused by other small
appliances, it does not indicate a
problem with the microwave. Plug the
microwave into a different electrical
circuit, move the radio or TV as far away
from the microwave as possible, or check
the position and signal of the TV/radio
antenna.
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Notes.
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GE Microwave Oven Warranty.
For The Period Of: GE Will Replace:
One Year Any part
of the microwave oven which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the
During this
limited one-year warranty,
GE will also provide,
free of charge,
all labor and related
original purchase
service costs to replace the defective part.
Five Years The magnetron tube,
if the magnetron tube fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the
During this
five-year limited warranty,
you will be responsible for any labor or in-home
original purchase
service costs.
■ Service trips to your home to teach you how to
use the product.
■ Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. If you
have an installation problem, contact your dealer or
installer. You are responsible for providing adequate
electrical, exhausting and other connecting facilities.
■ Product not accessible to provide required service.
■ Failure of the product or damage to the product if it is
abused, misused (for example, cavity arcing from wire
rack or metal/foil), or used for other than the intended
purpose or used commercially.
■ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
■ Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
■ Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
■ Damage caused after delivery.
What GE Will Not Cover:
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home
use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available,
you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service
Location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your
legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care
®
technician during normal
working hours. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit
us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have
serial and model numbers availa ble when calling for service.
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this
Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
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Consumer Support.
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ge.com
Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day,
any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals,
order parts or even schedule service on-line.
Schedule Service ge.com
Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at
your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during normal
business hours.
Real Life Design Studio ge.com
GE supports the Universal Design concept—products, services and environments that can be used by
people of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and
mental abilities and impairments. For details of GE’s Universal Design applications, including kitchen
design ideas for people with disabilities, check out our Website today. For the hearing impaired, please call
800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322).
Extended Warranties ge.com
Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty
is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours.
GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires.
Parts and Accessories ge.com
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their
homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or
by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally
should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause
unsafe operation.
Contact Us ge.com
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details
including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Register Your Appliance ge.com
Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for
enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise.
You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.
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