CONVECTION/ MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . .3 USING THE MICROWAVE Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Microwaving Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Time and Auto Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Sensor Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Other Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy: When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: Ŷ 5HDG DOO LQVWUXFWLRQV EHIRUH XVLQJ WKLV DSSOLDQFH Ŷ 5 HDG DQG IROORZ WKH VSHFLILF SUHFDXWLRQV LQ WKH PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY section on page 4. Ŷ 8 VH WKLV DSSOLDQFH RQO\ IRU LWV L
SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING Continued OPERATING Ŷ $ V ZLWK DQ\ DSSOLDQFH FORVH VXSHUYLVLRQ LV necessary when used by children. Ŷ ' R QRW RSHUDWH WKH RYHQ ZLWKRXW WKH WXUQWDEOH LQ place. The turntable must be unrestricted so it can turn. Ŷ 0 DNH VXUH DOO FRRNZDUH XVHG LQ \RXU PLFURZDYH oven is suitable for microwaving.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. (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.
USING THE MICROWAVE: )HDWXUHV Features Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1. Door Handle 2. Door Latch 3. Window with Metal Sheild Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. 4. Control Panel and Selector Dial 6 5. Removable Turntable Do not operate the oven in the microwave mode without the turntable and turntable support seated and in place. 6.
You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Not all features on all models. Dial Selector Microwave Cooking Time and Auto Features Press Turn and push dial to enter TIME COOK Press once (Time Cook I) to microwave any time between 15 seconds and 95 minutes. Press twice (Time Cook II) to change power levels automatically during cooking. Amount of cooking time MICRO EXPRESS cook/Add 30 sec.
USING THE MICROWAVE: 0LFURZDYLQJ )HDWXUHV Microwaving Features Cooking Tips Your oven uses microwave energy to cook by a set time or weight, or automatically by sensor. Sensor microwave works by detecting the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food. Cooking Method Heat Source Heat Conduction Benefits Microwave energy is distributed evenly throughout the oven for thorough, fast cooking of food. Microwave energy.
Time Cook Time Cook I Time Cook II Allows you to microwave for any time between 15 seconds and 95 minutes. Lets you change power levels automatically during cooking. Here’s how to do it: Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. 1. Press the TIME COOK button. 1. Press the TIME COOK button. 2. Turn the dial to set the cook time and press the dial to enter. 3. Change power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER. Turn the dial to select.
USING THE MICROWAVE: 7LPH DQG $XWR )HDWXUHV Time and Auto Features (Cont.) Fast Defrost Fast Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish weighing up to one pound. Ŷ 5 HPRYH PHDW IURP SDFNDJH DQG SODFH RQ microwave-safe dish. 1. Press the DEFROST button once. 2. Turn the dial to the food weight, using the Conversion *XLGH DW ULJKW )RU H[DPSOH GLDO IRU SRXQGV oz.) Press the dial to enter. 3.
Humidity Sensor :KDW KDSSHQV ZKHQ XVLQJ WKH 6HQVRU )HDWXUHV 7KH 6HQVRU )HDWXUHV GHWHFW WKH LQFUHDVLQJ KXPLGLW\ released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food. 'R QRW XVH WKH 6HQVRU )HDWXUHV WZLFH LQ VXFFHVVLRQ 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: Sensor features will not operate when the oven is hot.
USING THE MICROWAVE: 6HQVRU )HDWXUHV Sensor Features (Cont.) Auto Cook (Do not use the shelves when microwave cooking.) NOTE: If the door was open while the control was being set, close the door and press the START/PAUSE button to begin cooking. NOTE: Do not use this feature 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.
(Cont.) Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.5 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. ) ROORZ SDFNDJH LQVWUXFWLRQV XVLQJ 7LPH &RRN LI WKH package is less than 1.5 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the turntable. 2. Press the POPCORN button. The oven starts immediately.
USING THE MICROWAVE: 2WKHU )HDWXUHV Other Features Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven ZLOO GLVSOD\ <285 )22' ,6 5($'< DQG EHHS RQFH D minute until you either open the oven door or press the &/($5 2)) EXWWRQ Resume The cooking program just used stays in memory for 5 minutes. After that you will need to begin the program again. To turn this option off, see the More Time Message section. 1.
(Cont.) Auto Nite Light The Auto Nite Light can be set to come on and go off at desired times. 1. Press the OPTIONS button and turn the dial to select AUTO NITE LIGHT. Press the dial to enter. 2. Turn the dial to select SET TIMES. Press the dial to enter. 3. Enter the time of day for the light to come on by turning the dial to select the hour, minutes and AM or PM. Press the dial to enter after each selection. 4.
USING THE MICROWAVE: 2WKHU )HDWXUHV Other Features (Cont.) Measures Measurements can be set to display in Default (English) or metric. 1. Press the OPTIONS button and turn the dial to select MEASURES. Press the dial to enter. 2. Turn the dial to select DEFAULT or METRIC and press to enter. More Time Message After cooking is complete, a message can be displayed giving you the option to cook the food longer at the same settings. See the Resume section. 1.
Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Be certain the oven control is turned off before cleaning any part of this oven. How to clean the Inside Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel; RWKHUV PD\ UHTXLUH D GDPS FORWK 5HPRYH JUHDV\ spatters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls.
CARE AND CLEANING: Oven Oven (Cont.) 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. Plastic Color Panels Case It’s important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. Use only mild, nonabrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth.
Vent Fan Charcoal filter (on some models). The vent fan has two metal reusable vent filters. Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter. Reusable vent filters (on all models). 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. )RU WKLV UHDVRQ WKH ILOWHUV PXVW DOZD\V EH LQ SODFH ZKHQ the hood is used.
CARE AND CLEANING: ([KDXVW )HDWXUH Exhaust Feature (Cont.) 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 PRQWKV GHSHQGLQJ RQ XVDJH 6HH ³2SWLRQDO .
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Cause What To Do The display is blank The clock is designed to turn off when unit is idle for 30 seconds to minimize the standby power usage. The clock will turn on when unit is in use or door is opened. There is not an override option available EDVHG RQ WKH '2( HQHUJ\ UHTXLUHPHQWV Oven will not start A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven Ŷ Moisture on the oven door and walls while cooking. Wipe the moisture off with a paper towel or soft cloth. Ŷ Moisture between the oven door panels when cooking certain foods. Moisture should dissipate shortly after cooking is finished. Ŷ Steam or vapor escaping from around the door. Ŷ Light reflection around door or outer case.
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WARRANTY GE Appliances Microwave Oven Warranty GEAppliances.com $OO ZDUUDQW\ VHUYLFH LV SURYLGHG E\ RXU )DFWRU\ 6HUYLFH &HQWHUV RU DQ DXWKRUL]HG &XVWRPHU &DUH® technician. To schedule service online, visit us at www.geappliances.com/service_and_support/, or call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have your serial number and your model number available when calling for service. 6HUYLFLQJ \RXU DSSOLDQFH PD\ UHTXLUH WKH XVH RI WKH RQERDUG GDWD SRUW IRU GLDJQRVWLFV 7KLV JLYHV D *( $SSOLDQFH
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