Owner’s Manual Countertop Microwave Oven ZE2160 ge.
Consumer Information Counter top Microwave Oven Introduction Your new Monogram microwave oven makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and kitchen planning flexibility. Whether you chose it for its purity of design, practical cooking features or assiduous attention to detail—or for all of these reasons—you’ll find that your Monogram microwave oven’s superior blend of form and function will delight you for years to come.
Before using your oven Read this manual carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new microwave oven properly. Write down the model & serial numbers See the Features of Your Oven section for model and serial number location. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here: These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card included in this manual. Model Number Keep it handy for answers to your questions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: WARNING– To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy: • Read and follow the specific ‘‘Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy’’ on page 2. • This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet.
ARCING If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. • Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins or gold-rimmed dishes in the microwave. Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave. • Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. • Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used. Some cookware is labeled “suitable for microwaving.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING–Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. 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. 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS USE OF EXTENSION CORDS A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them. If an extension cord is used— 1. The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. 3.
Features of Your Oven Counter top Microwave Oven Throughout this manual, features and appearance may var y from your model 1200 watts 1 2 3 4 7 1. Door Latches. 2. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. 3. Convenience Guide. 4. Touch Control Panel and Display. Optional Accessories 6 5 6. Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning. 7.
Cooking Controls Counter top Microwave Oven You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature 1 2 3 Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. 1. Time Features Press Enter TIME COOK Press once or twice Amount of cooking time TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately! ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately! POWER LEVEL Power level 1–10 2.
Changing the Power Level Counter top Microwave Oven Variable Power Levels 1–10 How to Change Power Level The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for Time Cook or Express Cook. The power level may also be changed during time countdown. 1. Press TIME COOK. 2. Select cooking time. 3. Press POWER LEVEL. 4. Select desired power level 1–10. 5. Press START. Variable power levels add flexibility to your microwave cooking.
Time Features Counter top Microwave Oven 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. 1. Press TIME COOK. 2. Enter cooking time. 3. Change power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level 1–10.) 4. Press START. You may open the door during Time Cook to check the food. Close the door and press START to resume cooking.
Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level 10 (High) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package 5 to 8 min., Med-High (7) 4 to 7 min. In 11⁄2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place 1/4 cup water. Rotate dish after half of time. In 1-qt. casserole. Beans (fresh green) (frozen green) (frozen lima) 1 lb. cut in half 10-oz. package 10-oz. package 10 to 14 min. 4 to 8 min. 4 to 8 min. In 11⁄2-qt.
Time Features Counter top Microwave Oven Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. (Auto Defrost is explained in the Auto Feature section.) 1. Press TIME DEFROST. 2. Enter defrosting time. 3. Press START. When the oven signals, turn food over and break apart or rearrange pieces for more even defrosting. Shield any warm areas with small pieces of foil. The oven will continue to defrost if you don’t open the door and turn the food.
Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments 1/4 min. 2 to 4 min. Rearrange after half of time. Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min. 3 to 7 min. Place block in casserole. Turn over and break up after first half of time. Fruit Plastic pouch—1 or 2 (10-oz. package) 1 to 5 min. Meat Bacon (1 lb.) Franks (1 lb.) 2 to 5 min. 2 to 5 min. Ground meat (1 lb.
Time Features Counter top Microwave Oven 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. 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 touched.
Auto Feature Counter top Microwave Oven Auto Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish weighing up to six pounds. 1. Press AUTO DEFROST. 2. Using the conversion guide below, enter food weight. For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces). 3. Press START.
Sensor Features Counter top Microwave Oven 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.
Reheat NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. The Reheat feature reheats 4–36 ounces of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers. 1. Place covered food in the oven. Press REHEAT. The oven starts immediately. 2. 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.
Other Features Counter top Microwave Oven Help The HELP pad displays feature information and helpful hints. Press HELP, then select a feature pad. 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. Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children.
Reminder The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock, and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating. The Reminder time can be set up to 24 hours later. 1. Press REMINDER. 2. Enter the time you want the oven to remind you. (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.) 3. Select AM or PM. NOTE: The “REM” indicator will remain lit to show that the Reminder is set. To clear the Reminder before it occurs, press REMINDER, then 0. The “REM” indicator will no longer be lit.
Microwave Terms Counter top Microwave Oven Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • Metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, goldrimmed dishes. • Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. • Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces. • Foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). Covering Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time.
Care and Cleaning Counter top Microwave Oven 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, Mode Stirrer Cover and 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 on oven walls.
Before You Call For Service Counter top Microwave Oven Questions? Use this problem solver PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE OVEN WILL NOT COME ON • A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Unplug your microwave oven, then plug it back in. • Make sure 3-prong plug on oven is fully inserted into wall receptacle. CONTROL PANEL LIGHTED, YET OVEN WILL NOT START • Door not securely closed. • START must be pressed after entering cooking selection.
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WARRANTY YOUR MONOGRAM MICROWAVE OVEN WARRANTY Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. WHAT IS COVERED LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the microwave oven that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
