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Before
using
your
oven
Read this manual carefully. It is intended to
help you operate and maintain your new
microwave oven properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your questions.
Write
down the
model &
serial
numbers
See the Features of Your Oven section for
model and serial number location.
These numbers are also on the Consumer
Product Ownership Registration Card included
in this manual.
Before sending in this card, please write these
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence or
service calls concerning your microwave oven.
If you
received a
damaged
oven
Immediately contact the dealer (or builder)
that sold you the oven.
Save time
& money
Before you request service, check the Problem
Solver in the back of this manual.
It lists causes of minor operating problems that
you can correct yourself.
If you
need
service
To obtain service, see the Consumer Services
page in the back of this manual.
We’re proud of our service and want you to be
pleased. If for some reason you are not happy
with the service you receive, here are the steps
to follow for further help.
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased.
In most cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the
details—including your phone number—to:
Manager, Customer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Consumer Information
Counter t op Micro wa v e Oven
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Introduction
Your new Monogram microwave oven makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and
kitchen planning exibility. Whether you chose it for its purity of design, practical cooking
features or assiduous attention to detail—or for all of these reasons—you’ll nd that your
Monogram microwave oven’s superior blend of form and function will delight you for
years to come.
The information on the following pages will help you operate and maintain your microwave
oven properly.
Contents
Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Aluminum Foil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 6, 15, 23
Appliance Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Auto Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Auto Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Consumer Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3, 28
Cooking Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Features of Your Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Grounding Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Microwave-Safe Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Model and Serial Number Location . . . . . . .3
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21,22
Child Lock-Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Cooking Complete Reminder . . . . . . . . . .21
Display On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Sound On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Start/Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Timer On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to
Excessive Microwave Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Problem Solver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Time Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12–16
Add 30 Seconds . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . .16
Express Cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Time Cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 13
Time Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14, 15
Sensor Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 19, 20
Beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
My Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Potato . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Reheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Vegetable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–8
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(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 qualied service personnel.