Microwave Oven
MFL57007001 49-40586-2 06-10 GE
JVM2052
Owner’s
Manual
GEAppliances.com
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model # __________________________
Serial # __________________________
You can find them on a label when
the door is open.
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7
Operating Instructions
Auto Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16–22
Auto Defrost. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Chicken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Chicken Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Melt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Melt Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Metal Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Quick Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Soften . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Soften Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Time Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Cooking Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24–28
Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Features of Your Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Microwave Oven Functions . . . . . . .10–14
Child Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cooking at High Power Levels . . . . . . .12
Cooking at Lower Power Levels . . . . .13
Cooking Guide for
Lower Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cooking with More
Than One Cook Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Hold Warm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
More/Less . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Vent Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Sensor Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 16, 18
Sensor Cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Sensor Cook Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Sensor Reheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Sensor Reheat Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Care and Cleaning
Charcoal Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Grease Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Outside. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Replacing the Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Stainless Steel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Vent Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . 33, 34
Things That Are Normal
With Your Microwave Oven . . . . . . . . . . 35
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
Optional Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
n Read and follow the specific precautions in the
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive
Microwave Energy section above.
n This appliance must be grounded. Connect only
to a properly grounded outlet. See the Grounding
Instructions section on page 6.
n Install or locate this appliance only in accordance
with the provided installation instructions.
n This microwave oven is UL listed for installation over
electric and gas ranges.
n This microwave oven is not approved or tested
for marine use.
n This over-the-range oven is designed for use over ranges
no wider than 36.″ It may be installed over both gas and
electric cooking equipment.
n 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. If the power cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by General Electric Service or an
authorized service agent using a power cord available
from General Electric.
n Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
n 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.
n 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 Cook Time for additional
cooking time.
WARNING!
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
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(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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
n Thermometer—Do not use regular cooking or oven
thermometers when cooking by microwave. 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.
n Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off
the pad and touch electrical parts involving risk of electric
shock.
n Do not store any materials, other than our recommended
accessories, in this oven when not in use.
n 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.
n Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.
n Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.
n 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.
n 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.
n This appliance must only be serviced by qualified service
personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility
for examination, repair or adjustment.
n As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when
used by children.
n Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave
oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
n Do not mount this appliance over a sink.
ARCING
Clear/Off
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven.
Arcing is caused by:
n The metal rack not installed correctly so it touches
the microwave wall.
n Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
n Turntable ring support not installed correctly.
n Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act
like antennas).
n Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins
or gold-rimmed dishes, in the microwave.
n Recycled paper towels containing small metal
pieces being used in the microwave.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
FOODS
n 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.
n 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.
n 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.
n 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.
n 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.
n 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 oven section for instructions
on how to clean the inside of the oven.
n 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.
n 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.
n 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.
n Do not overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate
and catch fire, causing damage to your oven.
n 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE
Do not operate the oven in the microwave mode 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.”
n 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.
n Oversized food or oversized metal cookware
should not be used in a microwave oven because
they increase the risk of electric shock and could
cause a fire.
n 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.
n If you use a meat thermometer while microwaving,
make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.
n 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.
n 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.
n Use of the rack accessory:
— Remove the rack from the oven when not in use.
— Use pot holders when handling the rack and
cookware. They may be hot.
— Be sure that the rack is positioned properly inside
the oven to prevent product damage.
— Do not cover the rack or any part of the oven
with metal foil. This will cause overheating of
the microwave oven.
n Do not use your microwave oven to dry
newspapers.
n Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave
ovens. Check the package for proper use.
n Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap can
be used to cover dishes in order to retain moisture
and prevent spattering while microwaving. Be sure
to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape.
n Cookware may become hot because of heat
transferred from the heated food. Pot holders
may be needed to handle the cookware.
n When microwaving “boilable” cooking pouches
and tightly closed plastic bags, they 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.
n Use foil only as directed in this manual. When using
foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1″
away from the sides of the oven.
n 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:
1
Use microwave-safe plastics only and use
them in strict compliance with the cookware
manufacturer’s recommendations.
2
Do not microwave empty containers.
3
Do not permit children to use plastic cookware
without complete supervision.
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How to test for
a microwave-safe dish.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
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.
Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance.
Do not use 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.
For best operation, plug this appliance into its
own electrical circuit to prevent flickering of lights,
blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker.
WARNING:
THE VENT FAN
The fan will operate automatically under certain
conditions (see Vent Fan section). Take care to
prevent the starting and spreading of accidental
cooking fires while the vent fan is in use.
n Clean the underside of the microwave often.
Do not allow grease to build up on the microwave
or the fan filters.
n In the event of a grease fire on the surface units
below the microwave oven, smother a flaming
pan on the surface unit by covering the pan
completely with a lid, a cookie sheet or a flat tray.
n Use care when cleaning the vent fan filters.
Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based
oven cleaners, may damage the filters.
n When preparing flaming foods under
the microwave oven, turn the fan on.
n Never leave surface units beneath your microwave
oven unattended at high heat settings. Boilovers
cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may
ignite and spread if the microwave vent fan is
operating. To minimize automatic fan operation,
use adequate sized cookware and use high heat
on surface units only when necessary.
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Ensure proper ground
exists before use.
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Filler Panel Kits
nJX52WH—White
n JX52BL—Black
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 Kits
nJX81D—Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit
Filter kits are used when
the oven cannot be
vented to the outside.
Available at extra cost
from your GE supplier.
See the back cover for
ordering by phone or
at GEAppliances.com.
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JX81D
JX40, JX41
Optional kits
PACEMAKERS
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.
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About the features of your oven.
Features of the Oven
Door Handle.
Door Latches.
Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows
cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves
confined in the oven.
Control Panel.
Metal Rack.
Turntable. The turntable rotates in both
directions to help cook food more evenly.
Do not operate the microwave oven without
the turntable in place.
Vent Grille.
Cooktop/Countertop Light.
Model and Serial Number Plate.
Cooking Guide.
Hub.
Support.
Shaft.
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To Install:
1. Place the support on the oven cavity bottom.
2. Place the turntable on the support.
Fit the raised, curved lines in the center of the turntable bottom between the three
spokes of the hub. The rollers on the support should fit inside the turntable bottom
ridge.
Soften. Touch this pad to soften butter,
ice cream, cream cheese and frozen juice.
Cook. Touch this pad to cook baked potatoes,
vegetable casseroles, rice and frozen entrées.
The oven’s sensor will tell the oven how long
to cook depending on the amount of humidity
coming from the food.
Reheat. Touch this pad to reheat pizza, dinner
plates, soup/sauce and casseroles. The oven’s
sensor will tell the oven how long to cook
depending on the amount of humidity
coming from the food.
Popcorn. Touch this pad when popping
popcorn in your microwave oven. The oven’s
sensor will tell the oven how long to cook
depending on the amount of humidity it detects
from the popcorn.
Chicken. Touch this pad to cook chicken wings,
chicken nuggets, spicy chicken and Mexican
chicken.
Add 30 Seconds. Touch this pad to add
30 more seconds to the cooking time.
Clock. Touch this pad to enter the time of day.
Time Cook. Touch this pad to set
a cooking time.
More. Touch this pad to add ten seconds
of cooking time each time you press it.
Start/Enter. Touch this pad to start a function.
If you open the door after the oven begins to
cook, touch Start/Enter again.
Vent On/Off. Touch this pad to turn the fan on/
off.
Turntable. Touch this pad to turn on and off
the turntable.
Light. Touch this pad to turn the light on high,
low or off.
Vent Speed. Touch this pad to choose one
of 5 fan speeds.
Clear/Off. Touch this pad to stop the oven
or to clear all entries.
Number Pads. Touch number pads to enter
cooking time, power level, quantities or weights.
Less. Touch this pad to subtract ten seconds
of cooking time each time you press it.
Power Level. Touch this pad to select
a cooking power level.
Display. The display includes a clock and
indicators to tell you time of day, cooking time
setting and cooking functions selected.
Timer. Touch this pad to set the timer.
Settings. Touch this pad to change the oven’s
default setting for sound, clock, display speed
and defrost weight.
Hold Warm. Touch this pad to keep hot, cooked
foods warm in your microwave oven for up to
90 minutes.
Quick Defrost. Touch this pad to provide quick
defrost for 1.0 pound of frozen food.
Time Defrost. Touch this pad to defrost most
other frozen foods.
Auto Defrost. Touch this pad to select food type
and defrost food (meat, poultry, fish and bread)
by weight.
Melt. Touch this pad to melt butter/margarine,
chocolate, cheese and marshmallows.
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About the control panel. GEAppliances.com
Cooking Controls
Soften
Melt
Cook
Auto
Defrost
Reheat
Time
Defrost
Popcorn
Quick
Defrost
Chicken
Hold
Warm
Add 30
Seconds
Settings
Clock
Timer
Time
Cook
Power
Level
More
Less
Start
Enter
Clear
Off
Vent
On/Off
Vent
Speed
Turn-
Table
Light
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About microwave oven functions.
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Clock
This oven includes a 12-hour clock.
Example (setting 8:00 AM):
1
Touch Clock.
2
Enter the time by using the number pads.
3
Touch Start/Enter. (Press 1 for AM,
2 for PM.)
4
Touch Start/Enter.
Timer
You can use your microwave oven as a timer.
Use the Timer for timing up to 99 minutes,
and 99 seconds.
Example (setting 3 minutes):
1
Touch Timer.
2
Enter the time by using the number pads.
3
Touch Start/Enter. When the time is over,
you will hear beeps and END will display.
Vent Fan
The fan moves steam and other vapors from
the cooking surface. There are five speeds.
Example (setting Level 4):
1
Touch Vent On/Off. This shows the last
level until you select the fan speed level.
2
Touch Vent Speed until LEVEL 4 appears
in the display.
Touch Vent On/Off to turn off the fan when
desired.
NOTE: If the temperature from the range
or cooktop below the microwave oven gets
too hot, the exhaust fan in the vent hood
will automatically turn on at the LEVEL 4
setting to protect the oven.
It may stay on up to an hour to cool the oven.
When this occurs, the Vent On/Off pad will
not turn the fan off.
Light
Touch Light once for bright light, twice
for night light or three times to turn
the light off.
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Child Lock
You may lock the control panel to prevent
the microwave oven from being accidentally
started or used by children.
The Child Lock feature is also useful when
cleaning the control panel. Child Lock
prevents accidental programming when
wiping the control panel.
To set Child Lock:
1
Touch Clear/Off.
2
Touch and hold Start/Enter more
than 4 seconds. LOCKED will appear in
the display window and two beeps will
sound.
To cancel Child Lock:
Touch and hold Start/Enter more than
4 seconds. LOCKED will disappear and two
beeps will sound.
Hold Warm
You can keep cooked food warm in your
microwave oven for up to 90 minutes. You
can use Hold Warm by itself or to follow
a cooking cycle automatically.
1
Touch Hold Warm.
2
Touch Start/Enter.
NOTES:
• Hold Warm operates for up to 90 minutes.
• Food cooked covered should be covered
during Hold Warm.
• Pastry items (pies, turnovers, etc.) should be
uncovered during Hold Warm.
• Complete meals kept warm on a dinner
plate can be covered during Hold Warm.
To make Hold Warm automatically follow
another cycle:
While you are programming the cooking
instructions, touch Hold Warm before
touching Start/Enter.
• When the last cooking cycle is over, you will
hear two beeps and Hold Warm will appear
in the oven display.
• You can set Hold Warm to follow Auto
Defrost or multi-cycle cooking.
Recommended
Food Type Quantity
Liquid 1–2 cups
Dry 5–10 oz.
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About microwave oven functions.
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Settings
You can change the default values for beep
sound, clock, display speed and defrost
weight.
See the following chart for more information:
No. Function No. Result
1 Beep ON/Off 1 Sound ON
control 2 Sound OFF
2 Clock display 1 Clock ON
control 2 Clock OFF
3 Display 1 Slow Speed
2 Normal Speed
3 Fast Speed
4 Defrost weight 1 lbs.
mode selected 2 kg.
Example (changing defrost weight mode
from lbs. to kg.):
1
Touch Settings.
2
Touch 4.
3
Touch 2.
More/Less
By using the More or Less pads, all of the
preprogrammed cook and time cook features
can be adjusted to cook food for a longer
or shorter time.
Touching More will add 10 seconds of
cooking time each time you press it. Touching
Less will subtract 10 seconds of cooking time
each time you press it.
Cooking at High Power Levels
Example (cooking food for 8 minutes,
30 seconds at 100% power):
1
Enter the cook time.
2
Touch Start/Enter.
When the cook time is over, four beeps will
sound and COOK END will display.
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Cooking at Lower Power Levels
HIGH power cooking does not always give
you the best results with foods that need
slower cooking, such as roasts, baked goods
or custards.
Your oven has 10 power settings in addition
to HIGH.
Example (cooking food for 7 minutes
30 seconds at 70% power):
1
Enter the cook time.
2
Touch Power Level.
3
Enter the power level.
4
Touch Start/Enter.
When the cook time is over, four beeps will
sound and COOK END will display.
See the Cooking Guide for Lower Power
Levels on the next page.
Cooking with More Than One
Cook Cycle
For best results, some recipes call for one
Power Level for a certain length of time, and
another Power Level for another length of
time. Your oven can be set to change from
one to another automatically, for up to three
cycles if the first heating cycle is defrost.
Example (cooking food for 3 minutes
at 100% power and then 70% power
for 7 minutes 30 seconds):
1
Enter the first cook time.
2
Touch Time Cook.
3
Enter the second cook time.
4
Touch Power Level.
5
Enter the power level.
6
Touch Start/Enter.
When the cook time is over, four beeps will
sound and COOK END will display.
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Cooking Guide for Lower Power Levels
The 10 power levels in addition to HIGH allow you to choose the best power level for the food you are cooking. Below are listed
all the power levels, examples of foods best cooked at each level and the amount of microwave power you are using.
Power Level Microwave Output Use
10 High 100% Boil water.
Cook ground beef.
Make candy.
Cook fresh fruits and vegetables.
Cook fish and poultry.
Preheat browning dish.
Reheat beverages.
Bacon slices.
9 90% Reheat meat slices quickly.
Saute onions, celery and green pepper.
8 80% All reheating.
Cook scrambled eggs.
7 70% Cook breads and cereal products.
Cook cheese dishes, veal.
Cook cakes, muffins, brownies, cupcakes.
6 60% Cook pasta.
5 50% Cook meats, whole poultry.
Cook custard.
Cook whole chicken, turkey, spare ribs, rib roast,
sirloin roast.
4 40% Cook less tender cuts of meat.
Reheat frozen convenience foods.
3 30% Thaw meat, poultry and seafood.
Cook small quantities of food.
Finish cooking casseroles, stew and some sauces.
2 20% Soften butter and cream cheese.
Heat small amounts of food.
1 10% Soften ice cream.
Raise yeast dough.
0 0% Standing time.
About the sensor microwave features.
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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 Time
Cook for additional cooking time.
NOTE:
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
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Covered
Sensor Cook
Using Sensor Cook lets you heat common
microwave-prepared foods without needing
to program times and Cook Powers. Sensor
Cook has preset Cook Power for 7 food
categories.
Example (cooking rice):
1
Touch Cook.
2
Choose the food category .
Sensor Cook Chart
When the cook time is over, four beeps will
sound and COOK END will display.
Touch Pad
Category Number Amount
Baked Potato 1 1–4 each
Fresh Vegetable 2 1–4 cups
Frozen Vegetable 3 1–4 cups
Canned Vegetable 4 1–4 cups
Casserole 5 1–4 cups
Rice 6 1/2–2 cups
Frozen Entrée 7 10–21 oz.
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About the sensor and auto microwave features.
Sensor Reheat
Using Sensor Reheat lets you heat common
microwave-prepared foods without needing
to program times and power levels.
Example (reheating 2 slices of pizza):
1
Touch Reheat.
2
Choose the food category .
Sensor Reheat Chart
When the reheat time is over, four beeps will
sound and COOK END will display.
Chicken
The oven uses low power to cook poultry
(chicken wings, chicken nuggets, Spicy
chicken and Mexican chicken). See the
Chicken Chart.
Example (cooking 6 oz. chicken wings):
1
Touch Chicken.
2
Choose the food category . Touch 1 for
chicken wings.
3
Choose the amount by touching
1 for 6 oz.
4
Touch Start/Enter.
Chicken Chart
When the cook time is over, four beeps will
sound and COOK END will display.
NOTE: See recipes on page 19.
Popcorn (Do not use the rack when microwave
cooking.)
Popcorn lets you pop 3.0 and 3.5 ounce bags
of commercially packaged microwave popcorn.
Pop only one package at a time. If you are using a
microwave popcorn popper, follow manufacturer’s
instructions.
Touch the Popcorn pad. When the cook time is
over, four beeps will sound and COOK END will
display.
Recommended amounts: 3.0-3.5 oz.
To cook a snack size bag (1.75 oz.) place
the bag in the oven. Set the oven to cook for
2 minutes at full power. LISTEN for the popping
to slow down. When the popping slows to one
pop per second, stop the oven. Make a note
of how much time it took and use that setting
in the future.
CAUTION:
DO NOT leave the microwave oven unattended
while popping popcorn.
When popping commercially packaged popcorn,
remove the rack from the oven. Do not place the
bag of microwave popcorn on the rack or under
the rack.
Use only with prepackaged
microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 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.
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Touch Pad
Category Number Amount
Pizza Slice 1 1–3 slices
Dinner Plate 2 1–2 servings
Soup/Sauce 3 1–4 cups
Casserole 4 1–4 cups
Touch Pad
Category Number Amount
Chicken Wings 1 6, 12 oz.
Chicken Nuggets 2 4, 8 oz.
Spicy Chicken 3 2, 4 servings
Mexican Chicken 4 2, 4 servings
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Soften
The oven uses low power to soften foods
(butter, ice cream, cream cheese and frozen
juice). See the Soften Chart.
Example (softening a quart of ice cream):
1
Touch Soften.
2
Choose the food category . Touch 2 for
ice cream.
3
Choose the amount . Touch 2 for quart.
4
Touch Start/Enter.
Soften Chart
When the heating time is over, four beeps will
sound and COOK END will display.
Touch Pad
Category Number Amount
Butter 1 1, 2, 3 sticks
Ice Cream
2 Pint, Quart,
Half Gallon
Cream Cheese
3 3, 8 oz.
Frozen Juice
4 6, 12, 16 oz.
Melt
The oven uses low power to melt
foods (butter or margarine, chocolate,
marshmallows or processed cheese food).
See the Melt Chart.
Example (melting 8 oz. of chocolate):
1
Touch Melt.
2
Choose the food category . Touch 2 for
chocolate.
3
Choose the amount . Touch 2 for 8 oz.
4
Touch Start/Enter.
Melt Chart
When the heating time is over, four beeps will
sound and COOK END will display.
Touch Pad
Category Number Amount
Butter/Margarine 1 1, 2, 3 sticks
Chocolate 2 4, 8 oz.
Cheese 3 8, 16 oz.
Marshmallows 4 5, 10 oz.
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Sensor Cook Chart
Sensor Reheat Chart
Category Direction Amount
Pizza Slice This is a reheat function for leftover pizza. 1–3 slices
Place on a paper towel on a microwave-safe plate. (3–5 oz. each)
Dinner Plate Place on a low plate. 1–2 servings
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Let stand 3 minutes.
Soup/Sauce Place in a shallow microwavable casserole. 1–4 cups
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
After cooking, stir and let stand 3 minutes.
Casserole Cover the dish containing the casserole with plastic wrap 1–4 cups
and vent. After cooking, stir and allow to stand for 3 minutes.
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Category Direction Amount
Baked Potato Pierce each potato with a fork and place on the oven tray 1–4 medium approx.
around the edge, at least one inch apart. 8–10 oz. each
Fresh Prepare as desired, wash and leave residual water 1–4 cups
Vegetables on the vegetables. Place in an appropriately sized microwave
container, cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Frozen Remove from package, rinse off frost under running water. 1–4 cups
Vegetables Place in an appropriately sized microwave container, cover
with plastic wrap and vent.
Canned Remove from the outer display can. Place in an appropriately 1–4 cups
Vegetables sized microwave container, cover with plastic wrap and vent.
After cooking, stir and allow to stand for 3 minutes.
Casserole Assemble the ingredients per the recipe in a 1–2 quart 1–4 cups
casserole. Cook with plastic wrap and vent. After cooking,
stir and allow to stand for 3 minutes
Rice Add twice the amount of water as rice. Use a microwave 1/2–2 cups
container large enough to prevent water from boiling over dish.
Cover with plastic wrap or lid.
Frozen Entrée Remove from outer display package. Slit cover. If not in 10–21 oz.
microwave-safe container, place on plate, cover with plastic
wrap and vent.
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Chicken Chart
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Category Direction Amount
Chicken Wings Place in a single layer around the edge of a dinner plate 6 or 12 oz.
(frozen, precooked) or serving platter.
Chicken Nuggets Place in a single layer around the edge of a dinner plate. 4 or 8 oz.
(frozen, precooked)
Spicy Chicken – 2 servings (double the ingredients for 4 servings) 2 or 4 servings
n1
1
⁄2 pounds skinless chicken pieces
n1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
n1
1
⁄2 tablespoon paprika
n1/2 teaspoon pepper
n1/2 cup hot sauce or 1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce
n1/2 cup barbecue sauce of choice
Mix everything in an 8 X 8-inch glass dish or similar dish
and cover with plastic wrap. Cook on Spicy chicken.
Stir and serve as is or place under a broiler for a few minutes
for additional browning.
Mexican Chicken – 2 servings (double the ingredients for 4 servings) 2 or 4 servings
n1/2 medium onion, chopped
n1/2 green bell pepper, diced
n1/2 cup frozen peas
n1/2 cup long grain rice
n1 cup water
n1/2 cup salsa
n 1
1
⁄2 pounds skinless chicken pieces, legs, thighs, breasts,
wings or combination of all
n1 teaspoon cumin
nSalt and pepper to taste
n1/2 cup green olives w/pimentos
Place onions and peppers in an 8 X 8-inch glass dish or similar
container and microwave for 3 minutes. Add peas, rice, water,
salsa, chicken and cumin. Season with salt and pepper. Cover
with plastic wrap and cook on Mexican chicken. Stir in the olives
and serve as is or place under a broiler for a few minutes to add
additional browning.
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Soften Chart
Category Direction Amount
Butter Unwrap and place in a microwavable container. Butter will be 1, 2 or 3 sticks
at room temperature and ready for use in the recipe.
Ice Cream Place the container in the oven. Ice cream will be soft enough Pint, Quart,
to make scooping easier. Half Gallon
Cream Cheese Unwrap and place in a microwavable container. Cream cheese 3 or 8 oz.
will be at room temperature and ready for use in the recipe.
Frozen Juice Remove the top. Place in the oven. Frozen juice will be soft 6, 12 or 16 oz.
enough to mix easily with water.
Melt Chart
Category Direction Amount
Butter or Margarine Unwrap and place in a microwavable container. No need to cover 1, 2 or 3 sticks
the butter. Stir at the end of cooking to complete melting.
Chocolate Chocolate chips or squares of baking chocolate may be used. 4 or 8 oz.
Unwrap the squares and place in a microwavable container.
Stir at the end of the cycle to complete melting.
Cheese Use processed cheese food only. Cut into cubes. Place in a single 8 or 16 oz.
layer in a microwavable container. Stir at the end of cooking
to complete melting.
Marshmallows Large or miniature marshmallows may be used. 5 or 10 oz.
Place in a microwavable container. Stir at the end of the cycle
to complete melting.
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Quick Defrost
The Quick Defrost feature provides
a rapid defrost for 1.0 pound frozen food.
The oven automatically sets the defrosting
time for ground beef.
Example (defrosting 1 lb. of ground beef):
1
Touch Quick Defrost.
2
Touch Start/Enter.
Auto Defrost
Four defrost choices are preset in the oven.
The defrost feature provides you with the
best defrosting method for frozen foods,
because the oven automatically sets the
defrosting times for each food item according
to the weight you enter.
For added convenience, Auto Defrost
includes a built-in tone mechanism that
reminds you to check, turn over, separate or
rearrange the food during the defrost cycle.
Four different defrosting options are provided:
1. Meat
2. Poultry
3. Fish
4. Bread
After touching Auto Defrost once, select
the food category. Available weight ranges
for Meat, Poultry and Fish are 0.1 to 6.0 lbs.
The available weight range for Bread is
0.1 to 1.0 lb.
Example (defrosting 1.2 lbs of meat):
1
Touch Auto Defrost.
2
Choose the food category .
3
Enter the weight.
4
Touch Start/Enter .
NOTE: After you touch Start/Enter, the
display counts down the defrost time. The
oven will beep once during the Defrost
cycle. At this time, open the door and turn,
separate, or rearrange the food as needed.
Remove any portions that have thawed, then
return frozen portions to the oven and touch
Start/Enter to resume the defrost cycle.
The oven will not stop during the Beep
unless the door is opened.
For best results:
Remove fish, shellfish, meat and poultry
from its original closed paper or plastic
package (wrapper). Otherwise, the wrap
will hold steam and juice close to the
foods, which can cause the outer
surface of the foods to cook.
Form the meat into the shape of
a doughnut before freezing. When
defrosting, scrape off thawed meat when
the beep sounds and continue defrosting.
Place foods in a shallow glass baking
dish or a on a microwave roasting rack to
catch drippings.
Foods should still be somewhat icy in
the center when removed from the oven.
Auto Defrost Chart
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Category
Meat
0.1 to 6.0 lbs
Poultry
0.1 to 6.0 lbs
Fish
0.1 to 6.0 lbs
Bread
0.1 to 1.0 lbs
Food
Beef
Ground beef, Round steak,
Cubes for stew, Tenderloin
steak, Pot roast, Rib roast,
Rump roast, Chuck roast,
Hamburger patty
Lamb
Chops (1-inch thick),
Rolled roast
Pork
Chops (1/2-inch thick), Hot
dogs, Spareribs, Country-style
ribs, Rolled roast, Sausage
Poultry
Whole (under 4 lbs), Cut up,
Breasts (boneless)
Cornish Hens
Whole
Turkey
Breast (under 6 lbs)
Fish
Fillets, Whole steaks
Shellfish
Crab meat, Lobster tails,
Shrimp, Scallops
Muffins
Roll Cake
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About the auto microwave features.
Time Defrost
This feature allows you to choose the time
you want to defrost.
Example (defrosting for 2 minutes):
1
Touch Time Defrost.
2
Enter the defrosting time you want.
3
Touch Start/Enter . Defrost starts.
When the defrost time is over, four beeps will
sound and Cook End will display.
Defrost Tips
When using Auto Defrost, the weight to
be entered is the net weight in pounds and
tenths of pounds (the weight of the food
minus the container).
Use Auto Defrost only for raw food. Auto
Defrost gives best results when food to
be thawed is a minimum of 0°F (taken
directly from a true freezer). If food has
been stored in a refrigerator-freezer that
does not maintain a temperature of 5°F
or below, always program a lower food
weight (for a shorter defrosting time)
to prevent cooking the food.
If the food is stored outside the freezer
for up to 20 minutes, enter a lower food
weight.
The shape of the package alters the
defrosting time. Shallow rectangular
packets defrost more quickly than
a deep block.
Separate pieces as they begin to defrost.
Separated pieces defrost more easily.
You can use small pieces of aluminum foil
to shield foods like chicken wings, leg tips
and fish tails, but the foil must not touch
the side of the oven. Foil causes arcing,
which can damage the oven lining.
Shield areas of food with small pieces
of foil if they start to become warm.
For better results, a preset standing time
is included in the defrosting time.
For best results, elevate food to be
defrosted on a microwave-safe roasting
rack. This prevents the possibility of warm
meat juices cooking food during defrost.
Metal Rack
CAUTION:
To avoid risk of property damage:
Do not use rack to pop popcorn.
Rack must be on the four plastic supports
when used.
Use the rack only when cooking food
on rack position.
Do not cook with rack on floor of the oven.
The metal rack gives you extra space
when cooking in more than one container
at the same time.
To use rack:
1
Place the rack securely in the four plastic
supports.
The rack MUST NOT touch metal walls
or the back of the microwave oven.
2
Place equal amounts of food both ABOVE
AND BELOW the rack.
The amount of food must be
approximately the same to balance out
cooking energy.
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Do Not Use
METAL UTENSILS:
Metal shields the food from microwave energy and produces uneven
cooking. Also avoid metal skewers, thermometers or foil trays. Metal
utensils can cause arcing, which can damage your microwave oven.
METAL DECORATION:
Metal-trimmed or metal-banded dinnerware, casserole dishes, etc.
The metal trim interferes with normal cooking and may damage
the oven.
ALUMINUM FOIL:
Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil because they hinder cooking
and may cause harmful arcing. Use small pieces of foil to shield
poultry legs and wings. Keep ALL aluminum foil at least 1 inch
from the side walls and door of the oven.
WOOD:
Wooden bowls and boards will dry out and may split or crack
when you use them in the microwave oven. Baskets react
in the same way.
TIGHTLY COVERED UTENSILS:
Be sure to leave openings for steam to escape from covered utensils.
Pierce plastic pouches of vegetables or other food items before
cooking. Tightly closed pouches could explode.
BROWN PAPER:
Avoid using brown paper bags.
They absorb too much heat and could burn.
FLAWED OR CHIPPED UTENSILS:
Any utensil that is cracked, flawed or chipped may break
in the oven.
METAL TWIST TIES:
Remove metal twist ties from plastic or paper bags.
They become hot and could cause a fire.
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Microwave Utensil Guide
Do not use recycled paper products in the microwave oven.
They may contain impurities that cause sparks to occur.
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OVENPROOF GLASS:
(treated for high intensity heat):
Utility dishes, loaf dishes, pie plates, cake plates,
liquid measuring cups, casseroles and bowls
without metallic trim.
CHINA:
Bowls, cups, serving plates and platters without
metallic trim.
PLASTIC:
Plastic wrap (as a cover)—lay the plastic
wrap loosely over the dish and press it
to the sides. Vent plastic wrap by turning
back one edge slightly to allow excess steam
to escape. The dish should be deep enough
so that the plastic wrap will not touch
the food. As the food heats, it may melt
the plastic wrap wherever the wrap touches
the food. Use plastic dishes, cups, semirigid
freezer containers and plastic bags only
for short cooking times. Use these with care
because the plastic may soften from the heat
of the food.
PAPER:
Paper towels, waxed paper, paper napkins
and paper plates with no metallic trim or
design. Look for the manufacturer’s label
for use in the microwave oven.
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Cooking Guide.
Getting the Best Cooking Results
To get the best results from your microwave oven,
read and follow the guidelines below:
Storage Temperature: Foods taken from the freezer
or refrigerator take longer to cook than the same foods
at room temperature.
The time for recipes in this book is based on the normal
storage temperature of the food.
Size: Small pieces of food cook faster than large ones, pieces
similar in size and shape cook more evenly. For even
cooking, reduce the power when cooking large pieces
of food.
Natural Moisture: Very moist foods cook more evenly
because microwave energy is attracted to water
molecules.
Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables from the outside
to the center to distribute the heat evenly and speed
cooking. Constant stirring is not necessary.
Turn over foods like pork chops, baking potatoes, roasts
or whole cauliflower halfway through the cooking time
to expose all sides equally to microwave energy.
Place delicate areas of foods, such as asparagus tips, toward
the center of the dish.
Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces
or salmon steaks, with the thicker, meatier parts toward
the outside of the dish.
Shield, with small pieces of aluminum foil, parts of food
that may cook quickly, such as wing tips and leg ends
of poultry.
Let It Stand: After you remove the food from the microwave,
cover food with foil or casserole lid and let it stand to finish
cooking in the center and avoid overcooking the outer
edges. The length of standing time depends
on the density and surface area of the food.
Wrapping in waxed paper or paper towel:
Sandwiches and many other foods containing prebaked
bread should be wrapped prior to microwaving to prevent
drying out.
Fish and Shellfish
Cooking Fish and Shellfish:
General Directions
Prepare the fish for cooking.
– Completely defrost the fish or shellfish.
– Arrange unevenly shaped pieces with thicker parts
toward the outside of the dish. Arrange shellfish in a single
layer for even cooking.
– The type of cover you use depends on how you cook.
Poached fish needs a microwavable lid or vented
plastic wrap.
– Baked fish, coated fish or fish in sauce needs to be
covered lightly with waxed paper to keep the coating
crisp and sauce from getting watery.
– Always set the shortest cooking time. Fish is done when
it turns opaque and the thickest part begins to flake.
Shellfish is done when the shell turns from pink to red
and the flesh is opaque and firm.
Fish and Shellfish Cooking Chart
Fish Power Level Cooking Time Directions
Fish Fillets HI 3
1
⁄2–4
1
⁄2 minutes Arrange fish in a single layer with thickest portion
toward outside edge of 1
1
⁄2 quart microwavable baking
Fish Steaks HI 4
1
⁄2–5
1
⁄2 minutes
dish. Brush with melted butter and season, if desired.
Cook covered with vented plastic wrap. Let stand
Whole Fish 7 4
1
⁄2–6 minutes
covered 2 minutes. If you are cooking more than 1 lb.
of fish, turn the fish halfway through cooking.
Scallops HI 3
1
⁄2–5 minutes Arrange in a single layer. Prepare as directed
Shrimp, shelled HI 3
1
⁄2–5 minutes
above, except stir instead of turning the shellfish.
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Appetizers/sauces/soups
Cooking Appetizers: Tips and Techniques
Recommended
n Crisp crackers, such as melba toast, shredded wheat and
crisp rye crackers are best for microwave use. Wait until
party time to add the spreads. Place a paper towel under
the crackers while they cook in the microwave oven to
absorb extra moisture.
n Arrange individual appetizers in a circle for even cooking.
n Stir dips to distribute heat and shorten cooking time.
Cooking Sauces: Tips and Techniques
n Use a microwavable casserole or glass measuring cup
that is at least 2 or 3 times the volume of the sauce.
n Sauces made with cornstarch thicken more rapidly than
those made with flour.
n Cook sauces made with cornstarch or flour uncovered
so you may stir them 2 or 3 times during cooking for a
smooth consistency.
n To adapt a conventional sauce or gravy recipe, reduce
the amount of liquid slightly.
Cooking Soups: Tips and Techniques
n Cook soups in a microwavable dish which holds double
the volume of the recipe ingredients to prevent boil-over,
especially if you use cream or milk in the soup.
n Generally, cover microwaved soups with VENTED plastic
wrap or a microwavable lid.
n Cover foods to retain moisture. Uncover foods to retain
crispness.
n Avoid overcooking by using the minimum suggested time.
Add more time, if necessary, only after checking the food.
n Stirring occasionally will help blend flavors, distribute heat
evenly, and may even shorten the cooking time.
n When converting a conventional soup recipe to cook in
the microwave oven, reduce the liquid, salt and strong
seasonings.
Not Recommended
n Appetizers with a crisp coating or puff pastry are best
done in a conventional oven with dry heat.
n Breaded products can be warmed in the microwave
oven, but will not come out crisp.
Meat
Cooking Meat: General Directions
Prepare the meat for cooking.
– Defrost completely.
– Trim off excess fat to avoid spattering.
– Place the meat, fat side down, on a microwavable rack
in a microwavable dish.
– Use oven cooking bag for less tender cuts of meat.
– Arrange the meat so that thicker portions are toward
the outside of the dish.
– Cover the meat with waxed paper to prevent spattering.
Tend the meat as it cooks.
– Drain juices as they accumulate to reduce spattering
and keep from overcooking the bottom of the meat.
– Shield thin or bony portions with strips of foil to prevent
overcooking.
NOTE: Keep the foil at least 1 inch from the oven walls,
and do not cover more than one-third of the meat with foil
at any one time.
Let the meat stand covered with foil 10–15 minutes after you
remove it from the oven. The internal temperature
of the meat may rise from 5–10° F during standing time.
The Meat Cooking Chart on the next page provides detailed
directions, Power Level, and Cooking Time settings for most
cuts of meat.
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Cooking Guide.
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Meat Cooking Chart
Meat Power level Cooking time Directions
Beef HI Form patties with a depression in the center of each. Place
Hamburgers on a microwavable roasting rack. Brush with a browning
Fresh or defrosted agent, if desired. Cover with waxed paper. Turn over
(4 oz. each) halfway through cooking. Let stand covered 1 minute.
1 patty 1-1
1
⁄2 minutes
2 patties 1
1
⁄2-2 minutes
4 patties 2
1
⁄2-3
1
⁄2 minutes
Sirloin tip roast 5 8-10 minutes Place the roast-fat side down on a microwavable roasting
(3-4 lbs.) per pound rack. Add desired seasonings and cover with waxed paper.
RARE (135°F) Turn meat over halfway through cooking and shield
11-13 minutes if necessary. Remove the roast from the microwave oven
per pound when the desired temperature is reached. Let stand covered
MEDIUM (155°F) with the foil 15 minutes. (Temperature may rise about 10°F.)
Lamb 5 11-12 minutes Place the roast fat-side down on a microwavable roasting
Lamb roast, rolled per pound rack. Brush lamb with marinade or desired seasonings such
boneless (3-4 lbs.) RARE (135°F) as rosemary, thyme or marjoram. Cover with waxed paper.
12-13 minutes Turn the roast over after 15 minutes, and again after 30 minutes.
per pound Shield if necessary.
MEDIUM (145°F) Remove the roast from the microwave when the desired
13-14 minutes temperature is reached. Let stand covered with foil 15 minutes.
per pound (Temperature may rise about 10°F.)
WELL (155°F)
Pork HI Place bacon slices on a microwavable roasting rack.
Bacon slices Cover with paper towels.
2 slices 1
1
⁄2-2 minutes After cooking, let stand 1 minute.
4 slices 2-3 minutes
6 slices 4-5 minutes
10 slices 7-8 minutes
Chops 3 Place chops in a microwavable baking dish.
(5-7 oz. each) Add desired seasonings and cover with vented plastic wrap.
2 chops 18-20 minutes Cook until no longer pink or until internal temperature
per pound reaches 170°F. Turn the chops over halfway through cooking.
4 chops 15-17 minutes Let stand covered 5 minutes.
per pound (Temperature may rise about 10°F.)
Loin Roast, 3 25-27 minutes Place the roast in a cooking bag in a microwavable dish.
rolled, boneless per pound Add seasonings and browning agent if desired. Close the
(3
1
⁄2- 4
1
⁄2 lbs.) (165°F) bag loosely with microwavable closure or string. After
cooking, let stand in bag 15 minutes. (Temperature may
rise about 10°F.) The internal temperature of pork should
reach 170°F before serving.
Sausage links, HI Pierce the links and place on a microwavable roasting rack.
Fresh or Frozen, Cover with waxed paper or paper towel.
defrosted Turn over halfway through cooking.
(1-2 oz. each) After cooking, let stand covered 1 minute.
2 links 45-60 seconds
4 links 1-1
1
⁄2 minutes
6 links 1
1
⁄2-2 minutes
10 links 1
3
⁄4-2 minutes
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Cooking Poultry: General Directions
Prepare the poultry for cooking.
– Defrost completely.
– Arrange poultry pieces with thicker pieces
at the outside edge of the baking dish.
When cooking legs, arrange them like
the spokes of a wheel.
– Cover the baking dish with waxed paper
to reduce spattering.
– Use a browning agent or cook with a
sauce to give a browned appearance.
Watch the poultry as it cooks.
– Drain and discard juices as they
accumulate.
– Shield thin or bony pieces with small strips
of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking.
Keep foil at least 1 inch from the oven
walls and other pieces of foil.
Poultry is done when it is no longer pink
and the juices run clear. When done,
the temperature in the thigh meat
should be 180-185°F.
Let the poultry stand after cooking covered
with foil for 10 minutes.
The Poultry Cooking Chart below provides
detailed directions, Power Level, and Cooking
Time settings for most cuts and types
of poultry.
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Chicken Cooking Chart
Chicken Power level Cooking time Directions
Chicken pieces HI 4
1
⁄2-5
1
⁄2 minutes Before cooking, wash pieces and shake the water off.
(2
1
⁄2-3 lbs.) per pound Place pieces in a single layer in a microwavable baking
dish with thicker pieces to the outside. Brush with butter
or browning agent and seasonings if desired. Cover with
waxed paper. Cook until no longer pink and juices run
clear. Let stand covered 5 minutes.
Chicken whole HI 12-13 minutes Before cooking, wash and shake off water. Place breast-side
(3-3
1
⁄2 lbs.) per pound down on a microwavable roasting rack. Brush with butter
or browning agent and seasoning if desired. Cover with
waxed paper. Cook 1⁄3 of estimated time. Turn breast
side up, brush with butter, or browning agent. Replace
waxed paper. Cook 1⁄3 of estimated time again. Shield if
necessary. Cook remaining 1⁄3 of estimated time or until
no longer pink and juices run clear. Let stand covered
with foil 10 minutes. (The temperature may rise about 10°F.)
The temperature in the thigh should be 180°F-185°F when
the poultry is done.
Cornish Hens HI 6-7 minutes Before cooking, wash and shake the water off.
whole per pound Tie wings to body of hen and the legs to tail. Place hens
(1-1
1
⁄2 lbs. each) breast side down on a microwavable rack. Cover with
waxed paper. Turn breast-side up halfway through cooking.
Shield bone ends of drumsticks with foil. Remove and
discard the drippings. Brush with butter or browning agent
and seasonings if desired. Cook until no longer pink and
juices run clear. Remove the hens from the microwave oven
when they reach the desired temperature. Let stand covered
with foil 5 minutes. (The temperature may rise about 10°F.)
The temperature in the breast should be 170°F before
serving.
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Cooking Guide.
Pasta and Rice
Microwave cooking and conventional cooking
of pasta, rice and cereal require about
the same amount of time; but, microwave
cooking is a more convenient method
because you can cook and serve in the same
dish. There is no stirring needed and leftover
pasta tastes just like fresh cooked when
reheated in the microwave oven.
Cooking Pasta and Rice: Tips and
Techniques
n If you are planning to use rice or pasta
in a casserole, undercook it so it is still firm.
n Allow for standing time with rice, but not
for pasta.
n The Pasta and Rice Cooking Charts below
provide specific directions, with Power
Level and cooking time settings for most
common types of pasta and rice.
Pasta Cooking Chart
Pasta Power Level Cooking Time Directions
Spaghetti
4 cups water HI 9-10 minutes
Add 8 oz. spaghetti 5 7
1
⁄2-8
1
⁄2 minutes
Macaroni
3 cups water HI 6-7 minutes
Add 2 cups macaroni 5 5
1
⁄2-6
1
⁄2 minutes
Lasagna noodles
4 cups water HI 7-8 minutes
Add 8 oz. lasagna noodles 5 11-12 minutes
Egg noodles
6 cups water HI 8-10 minutes
Add 4 cups noodles 5 5
1
⁄2-6
1
⁄2 minutes
Combine hot tap water and salt, if desired.
Use a 2-quart microwavable baking dish
and cover with vented plastic wrap for
spaghetti and lasagna noodles.
Use microwavable lid or vented plastic
wrap for macaroni and egg noodles.
Cook as directed in the chart or until the water boils.
Stir in the pasta; cook covered as directed in the
chart or until tender. Drain in a colander.
Rice Cooking Chart
Rice Power Level Cooking Time Directions
Long grain
2
1
⁄4 cups water HI 4
1
⁄2-5
1
⁄2 minutes
Add 1 cup rice 5 14 minutes
Brown
2
1
⁄2 cups water HI 4
1
⁄2-5
1
⁄2 minutes
Add 1 cup rice 5 28 minutes
Long grain and
wild rice mix HI 4-5 minutes
2
1
⁄3 cups water 5 24 minutes
Add 6 oz. package
Quick cooking Cook water until it boils.
1 cup water HI 2-3 minutes Stir rice into boiling water and let stand, covered
Add 1 cup rice 5 to 10 minutes or until water is absorbed and
rice is tender.
Fluff with a fork.
Combine hot tap water and salt, if desired,
in 2 quart microwavable casserole.
Cover with microwavable lid or vented plastic
wrap.
Cook as directed in the chart or until water boils.
Stir in rice and any seasonings.
Cook covered as directed in the chart or until
water is absorbed and rice is tender.
Let stand covered 5 to 10 minutes.
Fluff with a fork.
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Care and cleaning of the oven.
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Helpful Hints
An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps
the inside fresh.
For best performance and safety, keep the oven clean inside and outside. Take special care
to keep the inner door panel and the oven front frame free of food or grease build-up. Never
use rough powder or pads. Wipe the microwave oven inside and out, including the hood
bottom cover, with a soft cloth and a warm (not hot) mild detergent solution. Then rinse and
wipe dry. Use a chrome cleaner and polish on chrome, metal and aluminum surfaces.
Wipe spatters immediately with a wet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken or bacon.
Clean your oven weekly or more often, if needed.
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.
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 in the microwave mode without the turntable
and support seated and in place.
Rack
Clean with mild soap, water and a soft or nylon scrub brush or in the dishwasher.
Dry completely. Do not use abrasive scrubbers or cleaners to clean the rack.
Do not clean in a self-cleaning oven.
How to Clean the Outside
We recommend against using cleaners with ammonia or alcohol, as they can
damage the appearance of the microwave oven. If you choose to use a common
household cleaner, first apply the cleaner directly to a clean cloth, then wipe the
soiled area.
Case
Clean the outside of the microwave oven with a sudsy cloth. Rinse and then dry.
Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth.
Control Panel
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 Panel
Before cleaning the front door panel, make sure you know what type of panel you have.
Refer to the eighth digit of the model number. “S” is stainless steel, “L” is CleanSteel and “B”,
“W” or “C” are plastic colors.
Stainless Steel
The stainless steel panel can be cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product using
a clean, soft cloth. Apply stainless cleaner carefully to avoid the surrounding plastic parts.
Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleach or products containing chlorine on Stainless Steel
finishes.
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Replacing the light bulbs.
Cooktop Light/Nite Light
WARNING!
To avoid personal injury or property damage,
wear gloves when replacing light bulb.
1
Unplug the oven or turn off power
at the main power supply.
2
Remove the bulb cover mounting screws.
3
Replace bulb(s) with 20 watt appliance
bulb(s).
4
Replace bulb cover and mounting screws.
5
Turn the power back on at the main
power supply.
Oven Light
1
Unplug the oven or turn off power
at the main power supply.
2
Remove the vent cover mounting screws
(2 middle screws).
3
Tip the cover forward, then lift
out to remove.
4
Lift up the bulb holder.
5
Replace bulb with a 30 or 40 watt
appliance bulb.
6
Replace the bulb holder, if damaged.
7
Slide the bottom of the vent cover into
place. Push the top until it snaps into
place. Replace the mounting screws.
Turn the power back on at the main
power supply.
Remove screw.
CleanSteel
Use a clean, soft, light and lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly. Do not use appliance
wax, polish, bleach or products containing any chemical agent on the CleanSteel surfaces.
Plastic Color Panels
Use a clean, soft, lightly dampened cloth, then dry thoroughly.
Door Seal
It’s 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.
Bottom
Clean off the grease and dust on the bottom often. Use a solution of warm water
and detergent.
Care and cleaning of the oven.
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Vent Fan
The vent fan has two metal reusable vent
filters.
Models that recirculate air back into the room
also use a charcoal filter.
Reusable Vent Filter
The metal filters trap grease released by
foods on the cooktop. They also prevent
flames from foods on the cooktop from
damaging the inside of the oven.
For this reason, the filters must always be
in place when the hood is used. The vent
filters should be cleaned once a month,
or as needed.
Removing and Cleaning the Grease Filters
The grease filters should be removed and
cleaned often, at least once a month.
1
Disconnect power or unplug the
microwave oven.
2
To remove the grease filters, slide
the filters to the back. Pull the filters
downward. The filters will drop out.
3
Soak the grease filters in hot water and
a mild detergent. Scrub and swish to
remove embedded dirt and grease.
Rinse well and shake to dry. Do not clean
filters with ammonia, corrosive cleaning
agents such as lye-based oven cleaners,
or place them in a dishwasher. The filters
will turn black or could be damaged.
4
To reinstall the filters, slide them into
the back slots, then push up to lock.
5
Reconnect power or plug in the
microwave oven.
NOTE: Do not operate the hood without
the filters in place.
To replace, slide the filters into the frame
slots on the back of each opening. Press up
and to the front to lock into place.
Reusable vent filters
(on all models)
Charcoal filter (on some models)
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Care and cleaning of the oven.
Charcoal Filter
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned.
It must be replaced. Order Part No.
WB02X10943 from your GE supplier.
If the model is not vented to the outside,
the air will be recirculated through a
disposable charcoal filter that helps
remove smoke and odors.
The charcoal filter should be replaced when it
is noticeably dirty or discolored (usually after
6 to 12 months, depending on usage). See
“Optional Kits,” page 7, for more information.
To Remove the Charcoal Filter
WARNING!
To avoid personal injury or property damage,
do not operate oven hood without filters
in place.
1
Unplug the oven or turn off power
at the main power supply.
2
Remove the two vent grille mounting
screws (2 middle screws).
3
Tip the grille forward, then lift out
to remove.
4
Remove the old filter.
To Install the Charcoal Filter
WARNING!
To avoid personal injury or property damage,
do not operate oven hood without filters
in place.
1
Slide a new charcoal filter into place.
The filter should rest at the angle shown.
2
Slide the bottom of the grille into place.
Push the top until it snaps into place.
Replace the mounting screws. Turn
the power back on at the main power
supply and set the clock.
Remove 2 grille screws
to remove the grille.
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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, Door not securely closed. • Open the door and close securely.
yet oven will not start
Start/Enter pad not touched • Touch Start/Enter.
after entering cooking selection.
Another selection entered • Touch Clear/Off.
already in oven and Clear/Off
pad not touched to cancel it.
Cooking time not entered after • Make sure you have entered cooking time after touching
touching Time Cook. Time Cook.
Clear/Off was touched • Reset cooking program and touch Start/Enter.
accidentally.
Food weight not entered after • Make sure you have entered food weight after selecting
selecting Auto Defrost or Auto Defrost or Quick Defrost.
Quick Defrost.
Food type not entered after • Make sure you have entered a food type.
touching Cook.
CONTROL LOCKED The control has been locked. • Touch and hold Clear/Off for about 3 seconds
appears on display to unlock the control.
OVEN TOO HOT FOR One of the sensor cooking • These features will not operate when the oven is hot.
SENSOR COOKING--- pads was touched when the The oven will automatically change to cook by time
USING ALTERNATE temperature inside the oven (follow the directions in the display) or once the oven is
METHOD appears was greater than 200°F. cool enough, the sensor features will function normally.
on display
Floor of the oven is warm The cooktop light is located • This is normal.
even when the oven has below the oven floor. When
not been used light is on, the heat it produces
may make the oven floor get
warm.
You hear an unusual You have tried to change • Many of the oven’s features are preset and cannot
low-tone beep the power level when it is be changed.
not allowed.
Oven interior light does The light bulb is loose • Tighten or change the light bulb.
not work or defective.
Oven takes longer than The Power Level is not • Reset the Power Level.
normal to cook or cooks programmed properly.
too rapidly
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Time of day clock does not
The power cord is not fully • Fully insert the power cord.
always keep correct time inserted into the outlet receptacle.
There is another appliance • Make sure the microwave oven has its own electrical
on the electrical circuit. circuit.
Food cooks unevenly The food is not evenly shaped.
The food is not completely • Completely defrost the food.
defrosted before cooking.
Check the placement
of aluminum foil strips used
to prevent overcooking.
Food is undercooked The recipe directions (amount, • Check the recipe.
time and power levels) were not
correctly followed.
The microwave oven is not on • Make sure the microwave oven has its own electrical
a separate circuit. circuit.
The food is not completely • Completely defrost the food.
defrosted before cooking.
Food is overcooked The recipe directions (amount, • Check the recipe.
time, power levels and size of dish)
were not correctly followed.
Arcing (sparks) occurs Microwavable dishes were • Use only microwavable dishes.
not used.
Wire twist ties were used. • Remove all wire twist ties.
The oven was operated when • Make sure there is always food in the microwave oven
empty. when in use.
If the metal rack was used, it was • Make sure the rack is properly seated on the four
not properly installed on the four supports.
supports.
Display shows a time The door is not firmly closed. • Push the door closed until it clicks.
counting down, but
The timer was started instead • Reset the control to a cooking function.
the oven is not cooking
of a cooking function.
Vent fan comes on The vent fan automatically turns • This is normal.
automatically on to protect the microwave oven
if it senses too much heat rising
from the cooktop below.
SENSOR ERROR appears When using a Sensor feature, • Do not open door until steam is sensed and time
on the display the door was opened before is shown counting down on the display.
steam could be detected.
Steam was not detected in a • Use Time Cook to heat for more time.
maximum amount of time.
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Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
n Moisture on the oven door and walls
while cooking. Wipe the moisture off
with a paper towel or soft cloth.
n Moisture between the oven door panels
when cooking certain foods. Moisture
should dissipate shortly after cooking
is finished.
n Steam or vapor escaping from around
the door.
n Light reflection around door or
outer case.
n Dimming oven light and change in
the blower sound at power levels other
than high.
n Dull thumping sound while oven
is operating.
n The vent fan operating while the
microwave oven is operating. The vent
fan will not go off nor can it be turned
off until the microwave oven is off.
n TV-radio interference might be noticed
while using the microwave oven. Similar
to the interference caused by other
small appliances, it does not indicate
a problem with the microwave oven.
Plug the microwave oven into a different
electrical circuit, move the radio or TV as
far away from the microwave oven as
possible or check the position and signal
of the TV/radio antenna.
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Microwave terms.
Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by:
n the metal rack being installed incorrectly and touching the microwave walls.
n metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
n foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
n metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
n recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
n the turntable ring support being installed incorrectly.
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.
Term Definition
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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.
During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related
service to replace the defective part.
n Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
n Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
n Product not accessible to provide required service.
n 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.
n Replacement of the cooktop light bulbs.
n Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
n Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
n Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
n Damage caused after delivery.
What GE Will Not Cover:
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
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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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.
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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.
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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.
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