Microwave Oven
DE68-03614A 49-40598 11-08 JR
JES1460
Owner’s Manual
Safety Instructions
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Operating Instructions
Auto Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 30
Changing Power Level . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Features of Your
Microwave Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 13
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26, 27
Sensor Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22–25
Time Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15–20
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call
for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31, 32
Things That Are Normal
With Your Microwave Oven . . . . . . .32
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
________________________
Serial # ________________________
You can find them on a label inside
of the oven.
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■ Read and follow the specific
precautions in the Precautions
to Avoid Possible Exposure to
Excessive Microwave Energy
section above.
■ This appliance must be
grounded. Connect only
to a properly grounded
outlet. See the Grounding
Instructions section on page 8.
■ Install or locate this appliance
only in accordance with
the provided Installation
Instructions. Installation must
be at least 36" above the floor.
■ Be certain to place the front
surface of the door three
inches or more back from
the countertop edge to avoid
accidental tipping of the
appliance in normal usage.
■ 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.
■ Do Not Place any object
between the oven front
face and the door or allow
soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing
surfaces.
■
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:
door (bent),
hinges and latches
(broken or loosened),
door seals and sealing
surfaces.
■ The Oven Should Not
be adjusted or repaired by
anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.
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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
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To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to
persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
WARNING!
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions
should be followed, including the following:
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described
in this Owner’s Manual.
■ This microwave oven is not approved
or tested for marine use.
■ Do not store anything directly on top
of the microwave oven surface when
the microwave oven is in operation.
■ Do not operate this appliance if it has
a damaged power 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 anauthorized
service agent using a power cord
available from General Electric.
■ Do not cover or block any openings
on the appliance. GE recommends
a 3" spacing be maintained between
the microwave and the adjacent walls.
■ 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.
■ 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.
■ Keep power cord away from heated
surfaces.
■ Do not immerse power cord or plug
in water.
■ Do not let power cord hang over
edge of table or counter.
■ 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.
— 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 Time Cook
for additional cooking time.
■ See door surface cleaning instructions
in the Care and cleaning of the
microwave oven
section of this manual.
■ This appliance must only be serviced
by qualified service personnel. Contact
nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
■ As with any appliance, close
supervision is necessary when
used by children.
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Arcing is the microwave term
for sparks in the oven. Arcing
is caused by:
■ Metal or foil touching the side
of the oven.
■ Foil not molded to food
(upturned edges act like
antennas).
■ Metal, such as twist-ties,
poultry pins, or gold-rimmed
dishes, in the microwave.
■ Recycled paper towels
containing small metal pieces
being used in the microwave.
■ Do not pop popcorn in your
microwave oven unless in
a special microwave popcorn
accessory or unless you use
popcorn labeled for use in
microwave ovens.
■ Some products such as
whole eggs and sealed
containers—for example,
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.
■ 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.
■ 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.
■ 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.
FOODS
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WARNING!
If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and
correct the problem.
ARCING
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■ 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.
■ 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.
■ 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.
■ 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.
■ Do not overcook potatoes.
They could dehydrate and
catch fire, causing damage
to your oven.
■ 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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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.”
■ 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.
■ If you use a meat
thermometer while cooking,
make sure it is safe for use
in microwave ovens.
■ Do not use recycled paper
products. Recycled paper
towels, napkins and waxed
paper may contain metal
flecks which could cause
arcing or ignite. Paper
products containing nylon
or nylon filaments should
be avoided, as they may
also ignite.
■ 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.
■ Do not use the microwave
to dry newspapers.
■ Not all plastic wrap is suitable
for use in microwave ovens.
Check the package for
proper use.
■ Paper towels, waxed paper
and plastic wrap can be used
to cover dishes in order to
retain moisture and prevent
spattering. Be sure to vent
plastic wrap so steam can
escape.
■ Cookware may become hot
because of heat transferred
from the heated food. Pot
holders may be needed
to handle the cookware.
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■ “Boilable” cooking pouches
and tightly closed plastic
bags should be slit, pierced
or vented as directed by
package. If they are not,
plastic could burst during or
immediately after cooking,
possibly resulting in injury.
Also, plastic storage
containers should be at least
partially uncovered because
they form a tight seal. When
cooking with containers
tightly covered with plastic
wrap, remove covering
carefully and direct steam
away from hands and face.
■ Use foil only as directed in this
guide. TV dinners may be
microwaved in foil trays less
than 3/4″ high; remove the
top foil cover and return the
tray to the box. When using
foil in the microwave oven,
keep the foil at least 1″ away
from the sides of the oven.
■ 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:
Use microwave-safe
plastics only and use
them in strict compliance
with the cookware
manufacturer’s
recommendations.
Do not microwave empty
containers.
Do not permit children
to use plastic cookware
without complete
supervision.
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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.
We do not recommend using 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. (See WARNING—
EXTENSION CORDS section.)
For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical
outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping
of circuit breaker.
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WARNING!
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk
of electric shock.
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Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be
disconnected infrequently.
Because of potential safety
hazards under certain conditions,
we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug. However,
if you still elect to use an adapter,
where local codes permit,
a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may
be made to a properly grounded
2-prong wall receptacle by the use
of a UL-listed adapter which is
available at most local hardware stores.
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in
the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of the
power cord.
CAUTION: Attaching the adapter ground terminal
to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance
unless the cover screw is metal and not insulated, and the wall
receptacle is grounded through the house wiring.
You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make
sure the receptacle is properly grounded.
When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold
the adapter with one hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground
terminal is very likely to break with repeated use. Should this happen,
DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been
established.
Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be
disconnected frequently.
Do not use an adapter plug in these situations because frequent
disconnection of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter
and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal. You
should have the 2-prong wall receptacle replaced with a 3-prong
(grounding) receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the
appliance.
ADAPTER PLUGS
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Ensure proper ground
and firm connection
before use.
TEMPORARY
METHOD
Align large
prongs/slots
(Adapter plugs not
permitted in Canada)
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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.
If an extension cord is used—
The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should
be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord
and it must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet;
The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape
over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over unintentionally.
If you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the
blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking
times may be longer, too.
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EXTENSION CORDS
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.
NOTICE–PACEMAKERS
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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY
INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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About the features of your microwave oven.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from
your model.
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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.
Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door.
Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in
place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed
for cleaning.
NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside
walls of the microwave oven.
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You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature.
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Cooking Controls
Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.
Time Features
Press Enter
TIME COOK Amount of cooking time
Press once or twice
AUTO/TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time
Press twice
EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately!
ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately!
POWER LEVEL Power level 1–10
Sensor Features and Auto Feature
Press Enter Option
POPCORN Starts immediately! more/less time
BEVERAGE Starts immediately!
REHEAT Starts immediately! more/less time
POTATO Starts immediately! more/less time
VEGETABLE Starts immediately!
Press once (fresh vegetables) more/less time
Press twice (frozen vegetables) more/less time
Press three times (canned vegetables) more/less time
(on some models)
CHICKEN/FISH Starts immediately! more/less time
Press once (chicken pieces)
Press twice (fish fillets)
AUTO/TIME DEFROST Food weight
Press once
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About changing the power level.
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The power level may be entered or changed
immediately after entering the feature time for TIME
COOK, TIME DEFROST or EXPRESS COOK. The power
level may also be changed during time countdown.
Press TIME COOK or select Time Defrost.
Enter cooking or defrosting time.
Press POWER LEVEL.
Select desired power level 1–10.
Press START.
Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave
cooking. The power levels on the microwave oven
can be compared to the surface units on a range.
Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain
percent of the time. Power level 7 is microwave energy
70% of the time. Power level 3 is energy 30% of the time.
Most cooking will be done on High (power level 10) which
gives you 100% power. Power level 10 will cook faster but
food may need more frequent stirring, rotating or turning
over. A lower setting will cook more evenly and need less
stirring or rotating of the food. Some foods may have
better flavor, texture or appearance if one of the lower
settings is used. Use a lower power level when cooking
foods that have a tendency to boil over, such as scalloped
potatoes.
Rest periods (when the microwave energy cycles off) give
time for the food to “equalize” or transfer heat to the inside
of the food. An example of this is shown with 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.
Here are some examples of uses for various power levels:
High 10: Fish, bacon, vegetables, boiling liquids.
Med-High 7: Gentle cooking of meat and poultry;
baking casseroles and reheating.
Medium 5: Slow cooking and tenderizing for stews
and less tender cuts of meat.
Low 2 or 3: Defrosting; simmering; delicate sauces.
Warm 1: Keeping food warm; softening butter.
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Time Cook
Time Cook I
Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes
and 99 seconds.
Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may
change it for more flexibility.
Press TIME COOK.
Enter cooking time.
Change power level if you don’t want full power.
(Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level
1–10.)
Press START.
You may open the door during Time Cook to check
the food. Close the door and press START to resume
cooking.
Time Cook II
Lets you change power levels automatically during
cooking. Here’s how to do it:
Press TIME COOK.
Enter the first cook time.
Change the power level if you don’t want full power.
(Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
Press TIME COOK again.
Enter the second cook time.
Change the power level if you don’t want full power.
(Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
Press START.
At the end of Time Cook I, Time Cook II counts down.
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About the time features.
Cooking Guide for Time Cook
NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted.
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Vegetable Amount Time Comments
Asparagus
(fresh spears) 1 lb. 5 to 8 min., In 1
1
⁄2-qt. oblong glass baking
Med-High (7) dish, place 1/4 cup water.
(frozen spears) 10-oz. package 4 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole.
Beans
(fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half 10 to 15 min. In 1
1
⁄2-qt. casserole, place
1/2 cup water.
(frozen green) 10-oz. package 4 to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place
2 tablespoons water.
(frozen lima) 10-oz. package 4 to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place
1/4 cup water.
Beets
(fresh, whole) 1 bunch 16 to 22 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place
1/2 cup water.
Broccoli
(fresh cut) 1 bunch 5 to 9 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place
(1
1
/4
to 1
1
/2
lbs.) 1/2 cup water.
(fresh spears) 1 bunch 7 to 11 min. In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish,
(1
1
/4
to 1
1
/2
lbs.) place 1/4 cup water.
(
frozen,
10-oz. package 4 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole.
chopped)
(frozen spears) 10-oz. package 4 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place
3 tablespoons water.
Cabbage
(fresh) 1 medium head 6 to 10 min. In 1
1
⁄2- or 2-qt. casserole, place
(about 2 lbs.) 1/4 cup water.
(wedges) 5 to 9 min. In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place
1/4 cup water.
Carrots
(fresh, sliced) 1 lb. 4 to 8 min. In 1
1
⁄2-qt. casserole, place
1/4 cup water.
(frozen) 10-oz. package 3 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place
2 tablespoons water.
Cauliflower
(flowerets) 1 medium head 7 to 11 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place
1/2 cup water.
(fresh, whole) 1 medium head 7 to 15 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place
1/2 cup water.
(frozen) 10-oz. package 3 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place
2 tablespoons water.
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Vegetable 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 1
1
/4 to 4 min. In 2-qt. oblong glass baking
per ear dish, place corn. If corn is in
husk, use no water; if corn has
been husked, add 1/4 cup
water. Rearrange after half
of time.
(frozen) 1 ear 3 to 6 min. Place in 2-qt. oblong glass
2 to 6 ears 2 to 3 min. baking dish. Cover with vented
per ear plastic wrap. Rearrange after
half of time.
Mixed
vegetables
(frozen) 10-oz. package 2 to 6 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place
3 tablespoons water.
Peas
(fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. unshelled 7 to 10 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place
1/4 cup water.
(frozen) 10-oz. package 2 to 6 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place
2 tablespoons water.
Potatoes
(fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes 9 to 12 min. Peel and cut into 1-inch cubes.
white) (6 to 8 oz. each) Place in 2-qt. casserole with 1/2
cup water. Stir after half of time.
(fresh, whole, 1 (6 to 8 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Pierce with cooking fork. Place
sweet or white) in center of the oven. Let stand
5 minutes.
Spinach
(fresh) 10 to 16 oz. 3 to 6 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place washed
spinach.
(frozen, chopped
10-oz. package 3 to 6 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place
and leaf) 3 tablespoons water.
Squash
(fresh, summer
1 lb. sliced 3 to 5 min. In 1
1
⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/4
and yellow) cup water.
(winter, acorn, 1 or 2 squash 5 to 9 min. Cut in half and remove fibrous
or butternut)
(about 1 lb. each)
membranes. In 2-qt. oblong
glass baking dish, place squash
cut-side-down. Turn cut-side-up
after 4 minutes.
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About the time features.
Time Defrost
Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the
Defrosting Guide for suggested times. (Auto Defrost explained
in the About the auto feature section.)
Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST twice.
Enter defrosting time.
Press START.
Turn food over when the oven signals.
Press START.
Power level is automatically set at 3 but can be changed.
You can defrost small items quickly by raising the power
level after entering the time. Power level 7 cuts the total
defrosting time in about half; power level 10 cuts the total
time to approximately 1/3. However, food will need more
frequent attention than usual.
At one half of selected defrosting time, the oven signals
to turn the food over. At this time, turn food over and
break apart or rearrange pieces for more even defrosting.
Shield any warm areas with small pieces of foil.
A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting.
This is normal when oven is not operating at High power.
Defrosting Tips
■ Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted
in the package. Closed packages should be slit, pierced or
vented AFTER food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage
containers should be partially uncovered.
■ Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners can be defrosted
and microwaved. If the food is in a foil container, transfer
it to a microwave-safe dish.
■ Foods that spoil easily should not be allowed to sit
out for more than one hour after defrosting. Room
temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.
■ For more even defrosting of larger foods, such as roasts,
use Auto Defrost. Be sure large mea
ts are completely
defrosted before cooking.
■ When defrosted, food should be cool but softened
in all areas. If still slightly icy, return to the microwave
very briefly, or let it stand a few minutes.
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Food Time Comments
Breads, Cakes
Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece)
1/4 min.
Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min.
Fish and Seafood
Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min.
Shellfish, small pieces
(1 lb.)
3 to 7 min. Place block in casserole. Turn over
and break up after half the time.
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. Let stand 5 minutes,
if necessary, to complete defrosting.
Ground meat (1 lb.) 4 to 6 min. Turn meat over after half the time.
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork
9 to 13 min.
Use power level 1.
per lb.
Steaks, chops and cutlets 4 to 8 min. Place unwrapped meat in cooking
per lb. dish. Turn over after half the time
and shield warm areas with foil.
When finished, separate pieces and
let stand to complete defrosting.
Poultry
Chicken, broiler-fryer
14 to 20 min.
Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap
cut up (2
1
/2 to 3 lbs.)
and turn over after half the time. When
finished, separate pieces and microwave
2–4 minutes more, if necessary. Let stand
to finish defrosting.
Chicken, whole
20 to 25 min.
Place wrapped chicken in dish. After half
(2
1
/2 to 3 lbs.) the time, unwrap and turn chicken over.
Shield warm areas with foil. Finish
defrosting. If necessary, run cold water
in the cavity until giblets can be removed.
Cornish hen 7 to 13 min. Place unwrapped hen in the oven
per lb. breast-side-up. Turn over after half
the time. Run cool water in the
cavity until giblets can be removed.
Turkey breast (4 to 6 lbs.) 3 to 8 min. Place unwrapped breast in dish breast-
per lb. side-down. After half the time, turn over
and shield warm areas with foil. Finish
defrosting. Let stand 1–2 hours in
refrigerator to complete defrosting.
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About the time features.
Express Cook
This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1 –6 minutes.
Press one of the Express Cook pads (from 1 to 6) for
1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example,
press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.
The power level can be changed as time is counting down.
Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1–10.
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Add 30 Seconds
You can use this feature two ways:
■ It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each
time the pad is pressed.
■ It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds
of cooking time.
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Auto Defrost
The Auto/Time Defrost feature gives you two ways to
defrost frozen foods. Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST once
for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost.
Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish.
Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods.
Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and
power levels to give even defrosting results for meats,
poultry and fish weighing up to 6 pounds.
Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST once.
Using the Conversion Guide below, enter food weight.
For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds
(1 pound, 3 ounces).
Press START.
(Time Defrost is explained in the About the time features
section.)
There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the oven.
■ Remove meat from package and place on microwave-
safe dish.
■ Twice during defrost, the oven signals TURN. At each
TURN signal, turn the food over. Remove defrosted
meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil.
■ After defrosting, most meats need to stand 5 minutes
to complete defrosting. Large roasts should stand for
about 30 minutes.
Conversion Guide
If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces,
the ounces must be converted to tenths (.1) of a pound.
Enter Food Weight
Weight of Food in Ounces (tenths of a pound)
1–2 .1
3.2
4–5 .3
6–7 .4
8.5
9–10 .6
11 .7
12–13 .8
14–15 .9
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Humidity Sensor
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.
■ 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.
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Covered
Vented
Dry off dishes so they don’t mislead
the sensor.
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Popcorn
To use the Popcorn feature:
Follow package instructions, using Time Cook
if the package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger
than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn
in the center of the microwave.
Press POPCORN. The oven starts immediately.
If you open the door while POPCORN is displayed,
SENSOR ERROR will appear. Close the door, press
CLEAR/OFF and begin again.
If food is undercooked after the countdown use
Time Cook for additional cooking time.
How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide
a Shorter or Longer Cook Time
If you find that the brand of popcorn you use underpops
or overcooks consistently, you can add or subtract 20–30
seconds to the automatic popping time.
To add time:
After pressing POPCORN, press 9 immediately after the
oven starts for an extra 20 seconds. Press 9 again to add
another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds additional time).
To subtract time:
After pressing POPCORN, press 1 immediately
after the oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time.
Press 1 again to reduce cooking time another 10 seconds
(total 30 seconds less time).
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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.
NOTE: Do not use this feature
twice in succession on the
same food portion—it may
result in severely overcooked
or burnt food.
Beverage
Press BEVERAGE to heat a cup of coffee or other
beverage.
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very
hot. Remove the container with care.
If food is undercooked after the countdown use
Time Cook for additional cooking time.
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Reheat
The Reheat feature reheats single servings of previously
cooked foods or a plate of leftovers.
Place covered food in the oven. Press REHEAT.
The oven starts immediately.
The oven signals when steam is sensed and the time
remaining begins counting down.
Do not open the oven door until time is counting
down. If the door is opened, close it and press START
immediately.
After removing food from the oven, stir, if possible, to
even out the temperature. Reheated foods may have
wide variations in temperature. Some areas may be
extremely hot.
If food is not hot enough after the countdown
use Time Cook for additional reheating time.
Some Foods Not Recommended for Use With Reheat
It is best to use Time Cook for these foods:
■ Bread products.
■ Foods that must be reheated uncovered.
■ Foods that need to be stirred or rotated.
■ Foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after
reheating.
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How to Change the
Automatic Settings
To reduce time by 10%:
Press 1 after the feature pad.
To add 10% to cooking time:
Press 9 after the feature pad.
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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Sensor Cooking
Vegetables, Potatoes, Fish, Chicken Pieces
Place covered food in the oven. Press the food pad.
For vegetables, press the VEGETABLE pad once for
fresh vegetables, twice for frozen vegetables or three
times for canned vegetables. For chicken or fish,
press the CHICKEN/FISH pad once for chicken pieces
or twice for fish. The oven starts immediately.
The oven signals when steam is sensed and the time
remaining begins counting down. Turn or stir the food
if necessary.
Do not open the oven door until time is counting
down. If the door is opened, close it and press START
immediately.
If food is undercooked after the countdown,
use Time Cook for additional cooking time.
How to Change the Automatic Settings (automatic
settings for canned vegetables cannot be adjusted
on some models):
You can adjust the cooking time for all foods to suit your
personal taste.
To reduce time by 10%:
Press 1 within 30 seconds after pressing the food pad.
To add 10% to cooking time:
Press 9 within 30 seconds after pressing the food pad.
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Cooking Guide
Canned Vegetables 4–16 oz Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Frozen Vegetables 4–16 oz Follow package instructions for adding
water. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Fresh Vegetables 4–16 oz Add 1/4 cup water per serving.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Potatoes 1/2–2 lbs Pierce skin with fork. Place potatoes
on the turntable.
Fish 4–16 oz Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Chicken Pieces 1–8 pieces Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Food Type Amount Comments
Sensor cooking gives you easy,
automatic results with a variety of
foods (see the Cooking Guide below).
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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Clock
Press to enter the time of day or to check the time
of day while microwaving.
Press CLOCK.
Enter time of day.
Select AM or PM.
Press START or CLOCK.
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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 CLEAR/OFF.
Scroll Speed
The scroll speed of the display can be changed. Press
and hold the AM/PM pad about 3 seconds to bring up
the display. Select 1–5 for slow to fast scroll speed.
Start/Pause
In addition to starting many functions, START/PAUSE
allows you to stop cooking without opening the door
or clearing the display.
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Timer On/Off
Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer and can be
used at any time, even when the oven is operating.
Press TIMER ON/OFF.
Enter time you want to count down.
Press TIMER ON/OFF to start.
When time is up, the oven will signal. To turn off the timer
signal, press TIMER ON/OFF.
NOTE: The timer indicator will be lit while the timer is
operating.
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Child Lock-Out
You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave
from being accidentally started or used by children.
To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CLEAR/OFF
for about three seconds. When the control panel is locked,
an L will be displayed to the extreme right.
Display On/Off
To turn the clock display on or off, press and hold 0
for about 3 seconds. The Display On/Off feature cannot
be used while a cooking feature is in use.
Microwave terms.
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.
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.
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Care and cleaning
of the microwave oven.
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Helpful Hints
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.
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.
To clean the surface of the door and the surface
of the oven that come together upon closing, use only mild,
nonabrasive soaps or detergents using a sponge or soft
cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry.
Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part
of your microwave.
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
without the turntable and support in place.
Care and cleaning
of the microwave oven.
How to Clean the Outside
Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on
the microwave oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damage
the appearance of the microwave.
Case
Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth.
Rinse and then dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp
cloth.
Control Panel and Door
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 Surface
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.
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Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages 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 • Replace fuse or reset
may be blown or the circuit breaker.
circuit breaker tripped.
Power surge.
• Unplug the microwave
oven, then plug it back in.
Plug not fully inserted
• Make sure the 3-prong
into wall outlet. plug on the oven is fully
inserted into wall outlet.
Door not securely closed.
• Open the door and close
securely.
Control panel lighted, yet Door not securely closed.
• Open the door and close
oven will not start securely.
START pad not pressed
• Press START.
after entering cooking
selection.
Another selection entered
• Press CLEAR/OFF.
already in oven and
CLEAR/OFF pad not
pressed to cancel it.
Cooking time not entered
• Make sure you have
after pressing TIME COOK. entered cooking time
after pressing TIME COOK.
CLEAR/OFF was pressed
• Reset cooking program
accidentally. and press START.
Food weight not entered
• Make sure you have
after selecting Auto Defrost. entered food weight
after selecting Auto Defrost.
“SENSOR ERROR” During Popcorn, Reheat,
• Close the door, press
appears on display Beverage, Potato, Vegetable CLEAR/OFF and begin again.
or Chicken/Fish program,
the door was opened before
steam could be detected.
Steam was not detected
• Use Time Cook to heat
in maximum amount for more time.
of time.
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■ Steam or vapor escaping from around the door.
■ Light reflection around door or outer case.
■ Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power
levels other than high.
■ Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.
■ TV/radio interference might be noticed while using the microwave.
Similar to the interference caused by other small appliances,
it does not indicate a problem with the microwave. Plug the
microwave into a different electrical circuit, move the radio or TV
as far away from the microwave as possible, or check the position
and signal of the TV/radio antenna.
Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
“LOCKED” appears in The control has been • Press and hold CLEAR/OFF
display locked. (When the control for about three seconds to
panel is locked an L will unlock the control.
be displayed.)
Food amount too large Sensor Reheat is for single
• Use Time Cook for large
for Sensor Reheat servings of recommended amounts of food.
foods.
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GE Microwave Oven Warranty.
All warranty service provided by our Factory
Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care
®
technician. To schedule service, on-line visit us at
ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
Please have serial and model numbers available
when calling for service.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for
products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area
where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for
a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service
Location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your
local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
For The Period Of: GE Will Replace:
One Year Any part of the microwave oven which fails due to a
From the date of the defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited
original purchase one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge,
all labor and related service to replace the defective part.
For the above limited warranty: To avoid any trip charges, you must take the microwave oven
to a General Electric Customer Care
®
servicer and pick it up following service. In-home service is
also available, but you must pay for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.
■ Service trips to your home to teach
you how to use the product.
■ Improper installation, delivery or
maintenance.
■ Product not accessible to provide
required service.
■ 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.
■ Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
■ Damage to the product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
■ Incidental or consequential damage
caused by possible defects with this
appliance.
■ Damage caused after delivery.
What GE Will Not Cover:
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original
purchase date is needed
to obtain service under
the warranty.
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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be used by 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
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while your warranty 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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Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal
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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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