39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:34 PM Page 1 Model: 950 Watts RVM1435 Counter Saver Plus Microwave Oven Owner’s Manual Important Safety Information Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy Special Notes About Microwaving 2 2 6 Operating Instructions 11 Features of Your Microwave The Controls on Your Microwave Time Cooking Automatic Cooking Other Features 11 12 15 21 25 Helpful Information 30 Microwave Terms Care and Cleaning 30 31 If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING FOR YOUR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy.
9-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 3 Welcome Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-touse manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our consumer service department. Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you use your microwave. That’s important, because your new microwave will be part of your family for a long time.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, burns, electric shock, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following sections. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges. This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 5 • Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water—for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or near a sink. • Keep power cord away from heated surfaces. • Do not immerse power cord or plug in water. • To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: – Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven while cooking.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING ARCING If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. 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 goldrimmed dishes, in the microwave.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 7 SAFETY FACT SUPERHEATED WATER Microwaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they reach the boiling point. They can actually get superheated and not bubble at all. Superheated liquid will bubble up out of the cup when it is moved or when something like a spoon or tea bag is put into it. To prevent this from happening and causing injury, do not heat any liquid for more than 2 minutes per cup.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING MICROWAVESAFE 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.” How to test for a microwavesafe dish.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 9 • Use foil only as directed in this manual. 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.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS/OPTIONAL KITS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Ensure proper ground exists before use. WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. 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.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 11 Operating Instructions Features of Your Microwave (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) Features 2 3 ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 1 5 6 8 7 4 6 5 950 Watts 1 Door Handle. Pull to open the door. The door must be securely latched for the microwave to operate. 2 Door Latches. 3 Window with Metal Shield.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 12 Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) You can microwave by time, temperature, or with the convenience features. 1 Time Features Time Cooking Press TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press twice) MINUTE COOK POWER LEVEL ADD 30 SEC 12 Enter Amount of cooking time. Amount of defrosting time. Starts immediately! Power level 1–10.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 13 GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you begin, check the guide located on the inside front of the oven when you open the door.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 14 Operating Instructions Changing Power Levels How to Change the Power Level The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for TIME COOK, TIME DEFROST or MINUTE COOK. The power level may also be changed during time countdown. 1 Press TIME COOK or select Time Defrost. 2 Enter cooking or defrosting time. 3 Press POWER LEVEL. 4 Select desired power level 1–10. 5 Press START.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 15 Time Features 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. You may open the door during Time Cook to check the food. Close the door and press START to resume cooking. 1 Press TIME COOK. Time Cook II Lets you change power levels automatically during cooking. Here’s how to do it: 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter the first cook time.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 16 Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook I & II NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package 6 to 9 min., In 11⁄2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, Med-High (7) place 1/4 cup water. 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole. Beans (fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half (frozen green) 10-oz. package 9 to 11 min. 6 to 8 min. (frozen lima) 10-oz. package 6 to 8 min.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:26 PM Page 17 Vegetable Amount Time Comments 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. 1 to 5 ears 3 to 4 min. per ear 1 ear 2 to 6 ears 5 to 6 min. 3 to 4 min. per ear In 2-qt. oblong glass baking 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. Place in 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Rearrange after half of time. 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 18 Operating Instructions Time Features Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for the length of time you select. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. Power level 3 is automatically set, but you may change this for more flexibility. You may defrost small items more quickly by raising the power level after entering the time. However, they will need more frequent attention than usual. 1 Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME twice. 2 Enter defrosting time. 3 Press START.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 19 Defrosting Guide Food Time Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 1 min. 3 to 5 min. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 6 to 8 min. 5 to 7 min. Fruit Plastic pouch—1 to 2 (10-oz. package) Meat Bacon (1 lb.) Franks (1 lb.) Ground meat (1 lb.) Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork Steaks, chops and cutlets Poultry Chicken, broiler-fryer cut up (21⁄2 to 3 lbs.) Chicken, whole (21⁄2 to 3 lbs.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 20 Operating Instructions Time Features Minute Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1–6 minutes. Press one of the Minute 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.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 21 Convenience Features Popcorn How to Use the Popcorn Feature (less time) (more time) Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces. 1 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. 2 Press POPCORN. The oven starts immediately. Tap POPCORN to select the bag size you are cooking.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 22 Operating Instructions Convenience Features Reheat The Reheat feature reheats servings of many previously cooked foods. 1 Press REHEAT. 2 Select food type 1–6 for one serving (see Reheat Guide below). The oven starts immediately. 3 Press 2 or 3 to change the serving size. NOTE: The serving size may be changed or added after the oven starts. Press number pad 2 or 3. The serving size for food type 6 cannot be changed.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 23 Beverage The Beverage feature heats 4 ounce, 8 ounce or 12 ounce servings of any beverage. Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot. Remove the container with care. Press BEVERAGE. The oven starts immediately. The serving size is automatically set at 4 ounces, but can be changed by tapping BEVERAGE to select 8 or 12 ounces.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 24 Operating Instructions Convenience Features Auto Defrost The Defrost Auto/Time feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME 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. 2 Using the Conversion Guide at right, enter food weight. For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces).
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 25 Other Features Your Model May Have Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display “END” and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF. Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving. 1 Press CLOCK. 2 Enter time of day. 3 Press START or CLOCK.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 26 Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Display On/Off To turn the clock display off, press and hold 0 for about three seconds. To redisplay the clock, repeat. Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 24 hours. 3 Select any combination of Defrost Auto/Time or Time Cook I & II. 1 Press DELAY START. 4 Press START. 2 Enter the time you want the oven to start. (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 27 Timer On/Off Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating. 1 Press TIMER ON/OFF. timer signal, press TIMER ON/OFF. NOTE: The timer indicator will be lit while the timer is operating. 2 Enter time you want to count down. 3 Press TIMER ON/OFF to start. When time is up, the oven will signal.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 28 Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have 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, “LOC” will be displayed to the extreme right. An automatic fan feature protects the microwave from too much heat rising from the cooktop below it.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 29 Surface Light Press to turn the surface light on or off. On some models, there is a night light option. Press SURFACE LIGHT once for hi light, twice for the lo light or three times to turn the light off. Vent Fan The vent fan removes steam and other vapors from surface cooking. Press VENT FAN once for high fan speed, twice for low fan speed or a third time to turn the fan off.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 30 Helpful Information Microwave Terms Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • metal or foil touching the side of the oven. • 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.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 31 Care and Cleaning Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. NOTE: Be certain the power is off before cleaning any part of this oven.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 32 Helpful Information Care and Cleaning 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.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 33 Light Bulb Replacement Cooktop Light/ Night Light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your Hotpoint supplier. 1 To replace the bulb(s), first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug. 3 Be sure the bulb(s) to be replaced are cool before removing. After breaking the adhesive seal, remove the bulb by gently turning. 2 Remove the screw from light cover and lower the cover.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 34 Helpful Information The Exhaust Feature The Vent Fan Charcoal Filter (on some models) The vent fan has 2 metal reusable grease filters. Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal 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 microwave. For this reason, the filters must ALWAYS be in place when the hood is used.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 35 Charcoal Filter (on some models) The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must be replaced. Order Part No. WB2X9883 from your Hotpoint 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 hood usage).
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 36 If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service Problem Possible Cause What to Do Oven will not start A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Power surge. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in. Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet. • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 37 Things That Are Normal • 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.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 38 Hotpoint Service Numbers We’ll Be There! Hotpoint Website Hotpoint.com Schedule Service Hotpoint.com 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) Real Life Design Studio GEAppliances.com 800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.
-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 39 Parts and Accessories Hotpoint.com 800.626.2002 Register Your Appliance Hotpoint.com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home. (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.) Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user.
39-402321v01 10/19/01 2:27 PM Page 40 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 FULL 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.
