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- Page 1 GE Appliances ® GE Answer Center 800.626.2000...
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Page 2: Important Safety Information
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use. Read and follow the specific precautions in the Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy section above. - Page 3 Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power...
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Page 4: Arcing
Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). 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,... - Page 5 SUPERHEATED WATER Microwaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they reach the boiling point. They can actually get superheated and not bubble at all. Superheated liquid will bubble up out of the cup when it is moved or when something like a spoon or tea bag is put into it.
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Page 6: Microwave-Safe Cookware
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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. - Page 7 “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.
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Page 8: Grounding Instructions
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. -
Page 9: Adapter Plugs
ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently. Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug. However, if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two- prong wall receptacle by the use of a... -
Page 10: Extension Cords
Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them. If an extension cord is used— 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. WARNING! The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;... - Page 11 Read and follow this Safety Information carefully. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 12 Congratulations! You Are Now Part of the GE Family. Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.
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Page 13: Table Of Contents
GE & You, A Service Partnership. Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tell you we stand behind our products with unmatched quality service. However, did you know that most questions result from simple problems that you can easily fix yourself in just a few minutes? This Owner’s Manual can tell you how. -
Page 14: Features Of Your Microwave Oven
About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1100 Watts Features of the Oven NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven. -
Page 15: Time Features
You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press TIME COOK Press once or twice TIME DEFROST Press twice POWER LEVEL ADD 30 SEC EXPRESS COOK Convenience Features Press POPCORN Press once, twice... -
Page 16: Changing Power Level
Select desired power level 1–10. 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. Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. - Page 17 About the time features. Time Cook 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. Press TIME COOK. Enter cooking time.
- Page 18 About the time features. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package Beans (fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half (frozen green) 10-oz. package (frozen lima) 10-oz.
- Page 19 Vegetable Amount Corn (frozen kernel) 10-oz. package Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears (frozen) 1 ear 2 to 6 ears Mixed vegetables (frozen) 10-oz. package Peas (fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. unshelled (frozen) 10-oz. package Potatoes (fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes white) (6 to 8 oz.
- Page 20 About the time features. Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. Press TIME DEFROST twice. Enter defrosting time. Press START. 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.
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Page 21: Defrosting Guide
Defrosting Guide Food Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 3 to 7 min. Fruit Plastic pouch—1 or 2 (10-oz. package) Meat Bacon (1 lb.) Franks (1 lb.) - Page 22 About the time features. 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.
- Page 23 About the convenience features. (less time) (more time) Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces. Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces.
- Page 24 About the convenience features. Reheat Guide Food Type 1 Pasta 2 Meats, casseroles, pizza 3 Fruits and vegetables 4 Beverages, 8–10 oz. 5 Sauces and gravies 6 Plate of leftovers (2 to 3 foods, 4 oz. each) Snacks Guide Food Type 1 Bread, rolls, muffins 2 Sandwiches 3 Pizza (leftover slices)
- Page 25 Cook Guide Food Type 1 Canned Vegetables 2 Frozen Vegetables 3 Fresh Vegetables 4 Potatoes 5 Fish 6 Chicken Pieces 7 Ground Meat (beef, pork, turkey) 8 Bacon 9 Pizza (frozen, microwaveable) Cook The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods.
- Page 26 About the convenience features. Guide 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 weighing up to six pounds.
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Page 27: About The Other Features
About the other features. Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF. Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving. - Page 28 About the other features. Reminder The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock, without starting the oven. The Reminder time can be set up to 12 hours later. Press DELAY START. Enter the time you want the oven to remind you. (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.) Press START.
- Page 29 Kitchen Timer This pad performs three functions: It operates as a minute timer. It can be set to delay cooking. It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting. The Kitchen Timer operates without microwave energy. How to Use as a Minute Timer Press KITCHEN TIMER.
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Page 30: Microwave Terms
Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is Arcing caused by: Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce Covering cooking time. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape. -
Page 31: Care And Cleaning
Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. Helpful Hints Open the oven door a few minutes after cooking to air out the inside. 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. - Page 32 Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. 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.
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Page 33: Before You Call For Service
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Page 34: Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
Before you call for service… 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. -
Page 35: Warranty
For the above limited warranty: To avoid any trip charges, you must take the microwave oven to a General Electric Customer Care available, but you must pay for the service technician’ s travel costs to your home. -
Page 36: Service Telephone Numbers
Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Special Needs Service 800.626.2000 TDD 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier- free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. Service Contracts 800-626-2224 Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount.