Microwave Oven www.GEAppliances.com Safety Information Care and Cleaning Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . .8 Arcing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Extension Cords . . . . . .9 Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5 Grounding Instructions . . . . . . . .7, 8 Microwave-Safe Cookware . . . . . . . . . .6, 7 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Safety Precautions . . .2, 3 Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Information 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, explosion, electric shock, exposure to excessive microwave energy, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
Safety Information www.GEAppliances.com Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. ■ Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance beneath this microwave oven. ■ 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 cover or block any openings on the appliance. ■ Do not store this appliance outdoors.
Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! ARCING Operating Instructions If you see arcing, press the STOP/CLEAR pad and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: ■ Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold-rimmed dishes, in the microwave. ■ Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. ■ Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave.
■ 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. To prevent this from happening and causing injury, do not heat any liquid for more than 2 minutes per cup. After heating, let the cup stand in the microwave for 30 seconds before moving it or putting anything into it. ■ Do not overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate and catch fire, causing damage to your oven.
Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Operating Instructions 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.
Safety Information www.GEAppliances.com 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. Operating Instructions ■ Plastic cookware—Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used carefully.
Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently. Operating Instructions Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug.
Safety Information www.GEAppliances.com 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.
Safety Information About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Operating Instructions 1100 Watts Troubleshooting Tips Features of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. Convenience Guide. Touch Control Panel and Display. Consumer Support Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door. Removable Turntable.
Safety Information www.GEAppliances.com You can microwave by time or with the convenience feature. Operating Instructions POWER LEVEL Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.
Safety Information About changing the power level. The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for TIME COOK. Operating Instructions POWER LEVEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Troubleshooting Tips START Press TIME COOK. Enter cooking or defrosting time. Press POWER LEVEL. Select desired power level 1–10. Press START. Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking.
Safety Information About the time features. www.GEAppliances.com Time Cook Time Cook I TIME COOK 1 2 3 Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. 4 5 6 Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. 7 8 9 START Time Cook I will count down first, followed by Time Cook II, then Time Cook III. If an Auto Weight Defrost stage was set, it will count down before the Time Cook stages. Operating Instructions 0 Press TIME COOK.
Safety Information About the time features. Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level Hi (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package 5 to 8 min., In 11⁄2-qt. oblong glass baking Med-High (7) dish, place 1/4 cup water. 4 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole. Beans (fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half 10 to 15 min. (frozen green) 10-oz. package 4 to 8 min. (frozen lima) 10-oz. package 4 to 8 min.
Safety Information www.GEAppliances.com Amount Time Comments Corn (frozen kernel) 10-oz. package 2 to 6 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears 11/4 to 4 min. In 2-qt. glass baking dish, place per ear corn. If corn is in husk, use no water; if corn has been husked, add 1/4 cup water. Rearrange after half of time. 3 to 6 min. Place in 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish. Cover with vented 2 to 3 min. plastic wrap. Rearrange after per ear half of time.
Safety Information About the time features. Add 30 Seconds 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, up to 3 minutes. After 3 minutes, every touch will add 1 minute. Operating Instructions ■ It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds of cooking time. Popcorn Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces. Follow package instructions.
Safety Information www.GEAppliances.com Beverage Press BEVERAGE once for 1 cup (8 oz.), or twice for 2 cups (16 oz.). The oven starts automatically. The Beverage feature works best for heating a beverage that is at room temperature. Beverages heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot. Remove the container with care. To add time during time countdown: Operating Instructions Pressing MORE TIME will add 10 seconds of cooking time each time you press it.
Safety Information About the convenience features. Fresh Vegetable Use the Fresh Vegetable feature to cook up to 4 cups of fresh vegetables. Press FRESH VEG. once to cook 1 cup of vegetables, twice to cook 2 cups, three times to cook 3 cups, or four times to cook 4 cups. The oven starts automatically. To add time during time countdown: Operating Instructions Pressing MORE TIME will add 10 seconds of cooking time each time you press it.
Safety Information www.GEAppliances.com Auto Weight Defrost Press AUTO WT. DEF. 1–3 times to select the desired defrosting category. (see Auto Weight Defrost Guide) AUTO WT. DEF. 1 2 3 Auto Weight Defrost Guide Auto Weight Defrost will defrost 0.1 lbs to 6.0 lbs (0.1 kg to 3.0 kg) of meat, poultry or fish. 5 6 7 8 9 0 START Auto Weight Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish.
Safety Information About the other features. Clock Press CLOCK to enter the time of day. Operating Instructions CLOCK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Press CLOCK. Enter time of day. Press CLOCK. 0 More Time/Less Time Pressing MORE TIME will add 10 seconds to the cooking time each time you press it. Pressing LESS TIME will subtract 10 seconds of cooking time each time you press it. Troubleshooting Tips These pads will work with Time Cook or the Convenience cooking features (except Auto Weight Defrost).
Safety Information www.GEAppliances.com Options OPTIONS This pad performs three functions: ■ It turns the oven beeper off. ■ It changes the Convenience features from automatic start to manual start. Operating Instructions ■ It changes the food weight measurement for Auto Weight Defrost from pounds to kilograms. To turn the oven beeper off: Press OPTIONS. Press 1. Press START. To turn beeper back on, repeat steps 1–3. To turn off automatic start: Press OPTIONS. Press 2.
Safety Information Microwave terms. 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. Operating Instructions ■ foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). ■ metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips ■ recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
Safety Information Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. www.GEAppliances.com 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.
Safety Information Before you call for service… Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the chart on this page 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 blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Power surge. • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet. Control panel lighted, yet oven will not start Door not securely closed.
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Safety Information GE Microwave Oven Warranty. All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, contact us at www.GEAppliances.com, or call 800-GE-CARES. Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.
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