MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . 3 OWNER’S MANUAL USING THE MICROWAVE. . . 7 PVM9215 Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Cotrols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Time And Auto Features. . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Sensor Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Other Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Microwave Terms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 PNM9216 CARE AND CLEANING Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy: When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: ■ Read all instructions before using this appliance. ■ R ead and follow the specific precautions in the PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY section on page 6.
SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING Continued OPERATING CLEANING ■ D o not operate the oven without the turntable in place. The turntable must be unrestricted so it can turn. ■ Keep the oven free from grease buildup. ■ M ake sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Ensure Proper ground exists before use. Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. 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.
SAFETY INFORMATION 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE 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.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1 Door Handle. Pull to open the door. The door must be securely latched for the microwave to operate. 2 Door Latches. 3 Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. 4 Control Panel and Selector Dial. 5 Cooktop Light. 49-7000090 Rev. 0 USING YOUR OVEN: Features Features 6 Grease Filter. 7 Removable Turntable.
USING YOUR OVEN: Controls Controls Microwave Cooking Time and Auto Features Press Cook Time Press once (Cook Time I) to microwave any time between 15 seconds and 99 minutes. Press twice (Cook Time II) to add a 2nd microwave cooking stage. Power Level Power level 1–10 Add 30 sec.
Using the Dial You can make selections on the oven by turning the dial and pressing it to enter the selection. Pressing the dial can also be used in place of the Start/ Pause button for quicker programming of the oven. Cook Time Cook Time I Cook Time II Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. 1. Press the Cook Time button. Allows you to microwave for any time between 15 seconds and 99 minutes. 1. Press the Cook Time button. 2.
USING YOUR OVEN: Time and Auto Microwave Features Time and Auto Microwave Features Weight Defrost Weight Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish weighing up to one pound. Conversion Guide If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the ounces must be converted to tenths (.1) of a pound. ■ Remove meat from package and place on microwave-safe dish. 1. Press the Defrost button once. 2.
Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Rearrange after half of time. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min. Fruit Plastic pouch—1 or 2 1 to 5 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.
USING YOUR OVEN: Sensor Microwave Features 12 Time and Auto Microwave Features Power Level The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the time for Cook Time or Time Defrost. The power level may also be changed during time countdown. 1. F irst, follow directions for Cook Time or Time Defrost. 2. Press the Power Level button. 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. 3.
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 Cook Time for additional cooking time. NOTE: Sensor features will not operate when the oven is hot.
USING YOUR OVEN: Sensor Microwave Features Sensor Microwave Features Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: 1. Follow package instructions, using Cook Time if the package is less than 2.0 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the turntable. 2. Press the Popcorn button. The oven starts immediately. If you open the door while POPCORN SENSOR is displayed, an error message will appear. Close the door, press Cancel/Off and begin again.
Cook 1. Place covered food in the oven and close the door. Press the Cook button. ENTER FOOD TYPE appears in the display. 2. 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. If food is undercooked after the countdown, use Cook Time for additional cooking time.
USING YOUR OVEN: Other Features Other Features 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 the Cancel/ Off button. Start/Pause In addition to starting many functions, Start/Pause allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display. Cancel/Off Press the Cancel/Off button to stop and cancel cooking at any time.
Chef Connect Use the Chef Connect feature for connecting your microwave to a GE Appliances range to sync your vent fan, cooktop surface lights and clock via Bluetooth technology. 1. You must have a Chef Connect enabled range. To pair your microwave for the first time, initiate the Chef Connect process on the GE Appliances range. Refer to the range owner’s manual for instructions 2. On the microwave, hold Chef Connect button for 3 seconds.
USING YOUR OVEN: Other Features Other Features Set Clock 1. P ress the Settings button and turn the dial to select Clock Set. Press the dial to enter.. 2. T urn the dial to set hours. Press the dial to enter. 3. T urn the dial to set minutes. Press the dial to enter. 4. T urn the dial to set AM/PM. Press the dial to enter. Clock Mode Clock Mode can be set for 12 hours and 24 hours. NOTE: Default is 12 hours 1. Press the Settings button and turn the dial to select Clock Mode.
Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: ■ 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. ■ plates or dishes with a metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen. Covering Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time.
CARE AND CLEANING Care and Cleaning Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Be certain the oven control is turned off 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.
Cooktop Light/Nite Light Replace with LED lamp. See back cover for ordering online at GEAppliances.com. 1. To replace the cooktop light/nite light, first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel, or pull the plug. 2. Remove the screw from the side of the light compartment cover and lower the cover until it stops. 3. Be sure the LED lamp is cool before removing. Remove a screw and connector from LED lamp. 4. C onnect LED lamp and secure using the screw.
Vent Fan Charcoal filter The vent fan has two metal reusable vent filters. Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter.
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Oven will not start Possible Cause Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet. Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet. Open the door and close securely. Door not securely closed.
LIMITED WARRANTY Microwave Oven Limited Warranty GEAppliances.com All warranty service is provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized service technician. To schedule service online, visit us at GEAppliances.com/service. For the period of GE Appliances will replace One year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the oven which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
Available at extra cost from your GE Appliances supplier. Filler Panel Kit JX36BSS - Stainless When replacing a 36" range hood, filler panel kits fill in the additional width to provide a custom built-in appearance. For installation between cabinets only; not for end-of-cabinet installation. Each kit contains two 3" wide filler panels. Filter Panel Kits 49-7000090 Rev. 0 Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be vented to the outside.
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