GE Appliances
Safety Information
Precautions to Avoid
Possible Exposure to
Excessive Microwave
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call
For Service . . . . . . .33, 34
Things That Are Normal
Owner’s Manual
JES1244
Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 With Your Microwave
Safety Precautions . . .2, 3 Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Arcing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Customer Service
Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5
Product Registration .37
Microwave-Safe
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Cookware . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
Service Telephone
Grounding
Numbers . . . .Back Cover
Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .8
Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . .9
Extension Cords . . . . .10
Operating Instructions
Features of Your
Microwave Oven . .14, 15
Changing Power
Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Time Features . . . .17–22
Convenience
Features . . . . . . . . .23–26
Other Features . . .27–29
Microwave Terms . . . .30
Care and
Cleaning . . . . . . . . .31, 32
Part No. 164D3370P117 Pub. No. 49-40120 3-00 JR
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Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as
described in this Owner’s Manual.
■ Do not mount this appliance
■ To reduce the risk of fire in
over a sink.
the oven cavity:
■ Do not mount the microwave
oven over or near any portion
of a heating or cooking
appliance.
— Do not overcook food.
Carefully attend appliance
if paper, plastic or other
combustible materials
are placed inside the
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■ Do not store anything directly
on top of the microwave oven
surface when the microwave
oven is in operation.
oven while cooking.
— Remove wire twist-ties and
metal handles from paper
or plastic containers before
placing them in the oven.
■ 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.
— 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 cover or block any
openings on the appliance.
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— If materials inside the oven
should 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.
■ 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.
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■ See door surface cleaning
instructions in the Care and
cleaning of the microwave
oven section of this manual.
■ 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.
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■ This appliance should be
serviced only by qualified
service personnel. Contact
nearest authorized service
facility for examination,
repair or adjustment.
■ Keep power cord away from
heated surfaces.
■ Do not immerse power cord
or plug in water.
■ As with any appliance, close
supervision is necessary
when used by children.
■ Do not let power cord hang
over edge of table or counter.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
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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, such as twist-ties,
poultry pins, or gold-rimmed
dishes, in the microwave.
■ Metal or foil touching the
■ Recycled paper towels
side of the oven.
containing small metal pieces
being used in the microwave.
■ Foil not molded to food
(upturned edges act like
antennas).
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FOODS
■ 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.
■ 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.
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■ Some products such as
whole eggs and sealed
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containers—for example,
closed jars—will explode and
should not be heated in this
microwave oven. Such use of
the microwave oven could
result in injury.
■ 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.
■ 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.
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■ Spontaneous boiling—Under
certain special circumstances,
liquids may start to boil
during or shortly after
removal from the microwave
oven. To prevent burns
from splashing liquid, we
recommend the following:
before removing the
■ 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.
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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.
container from the oven,
allow the container to stand
in the oven for 30 to 40
seconds after the oven has
shut off. Do not boil liquids
in narrow-necked containers
such as soft drink bottles,
wine flasks and especially
narrow-necked coffee cups.
Even if the container is
opened, excessive steam
can build up and cause it
to burst or overflow.
To prevent this from happening
and causing injury, do not heat
any liquid for more than 2
minutes per cup. After heating,
let the cup stand in the
microwave for 30 seconds
before moving it or putting
anything into it.
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■ 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.
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■ 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.
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■ Do not overcook potatoes.
They could dehydrate and
catch fire, causing damage
to your oven.
■ 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.
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■ 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
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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.”
■ 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.
■ 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.
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■ 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
1 minute at high. If the dish
heats, it should not be used
for microwaving.
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■ 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.
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only the water in the cup
heats, then the dish is
microwave-safe.
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■ 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.
■ If you use a meat
thermometer while cooking,
make sure it is safe for use
in microwave ovens.
■ 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
■ 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
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overcooking. In longer
exposures to overcooking,
the food and cookware
could ignite.
carefully and direct steam
away from hands and face.
Follow these guidelines:
Use microwave-safe
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■ 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 inch away from the sides
of the oven.
plastics only and use
them in strict compliance
with the cookware
manufacturer’s
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recommendations.
Do not microwave empty
2 containers.
Do not permit children
to use plastic cookware
without complete
supervision.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of
electric shock.
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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.
OpeagIructions
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.
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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.)
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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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ADAPTER PLUGS
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
(Adapter plugs not
permitted in Canada)
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Align large
prongs/slots
TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be
made to a properly grounded two-
prong wall receptacle by the use of a
UL listed adapter which is available
at most local hardware stores.
Ensure proper ground
and firm connection
before use.
TEMPORARY
METHOD
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.
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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.
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Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be
disconnected frequently.
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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 two-prong wall receptacle replaced with a three-
prong (grounding) receptacle by a qualified electrician before
using the appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
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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—
The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at
least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
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The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and it
2 must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet;
The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape
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3 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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Read and follow this Safety
Information carefully.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Congratulations!
You Are Now Part of the GE Family.
Welcome to the GE family. We are proud of our quality products and we are committed to
providing dependable service. You will see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s Manual and you will
hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.
Best of all, you will experience these values each time you use your microwave oven. That’s
important, because your new microwave oven will be part of your family for many years.
And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come.
We thank you for buying GE. We appreciate your purchase, and hope you will continue
to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home.
Important!
Fill out the Consumer Product Registration Card.
Two easy ways to register your appliance!
■ Complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card
Write the model and serial numbers here.
#
#
You can find them on a label inside the oven.
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.
Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
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GE & You,
A Service Partnership.
Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tell you we stand behind our
products with unmatched quality service. However, did you know that
most questions result from simple problems that you can easily fix yourself
in just a few minutes? This Owner’s Manual can tell you how.
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Read this Manual
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use
and maintain your microwave oven properly. Just a little
preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of
time and money over the life of your microwave oven.
Review the Section on
Troubleshooting Tips
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You’ll find many answers to common problems here. If
you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you
may not need to call for service at all.
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If You Need Service
If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is
only a phone call away. A list of toll-free customer service
numbers is included in the back section. Or you can
always call the GE Answer Center® at 800.626.2000,
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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About the features of your microwave oven.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
1100 Watts
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Features of the Oven
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Door Latches.
Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be
viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.
Convenience Guide.
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Touch Control Panel 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 or with the convenience features.
Time Features
Convenience Features
TIME COOK
POPCORN
REHEAT
BEVERAGE
COOK
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TIME DEFROST
30 SEC.
POWER
LEVEL
1
2
3
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
AUTO DEFROST
6
4
5
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
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Cooking Controls
Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.
Time Features
Press
Enter
TIME COOK
Press once or twice.
Amount of cooking time
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TIME DEFROST
30 SEC.
EXPRESS COOK
POWER LEVEL
Amount of defrosting time
Starts immediately!
Starts immediately!
Power level 1–10
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Convenience Features
Press
Enter
Option
POPCORN
Press once, twice,
or three times
Starts immediately!
more/less time
BEVERAGE
Press once, twice,
or three times
Starts immediately!
4 oz., 8 oz.,
or 12 oz.
REHEAT
Food type 1–6
1–3 servings
COOK
Food type 1–9 + weight
Food weight
AUTO DEFROST
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About changing the power level.
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.
POWER
LEVEL
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Press TIME COOK or TIME DEFROST.
1
2
3
1
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
Enter cooking or defrosting time.
4
5
6
2
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
Press POWER LEVEL.
3
7
8
0
9
Select desired power level 1–10.
4
Press START.
5
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.
START
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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.
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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.
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Low 2 or 3: Defrosting; simmering; delicate sauces.
Warm 1: Keeping food warm; softening butter.
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About the time features.
Time Cook
Time Cook I
TIME COOK
Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes
and 99 seconds.
1
2
3
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may
change it for more flexibility.
4
5
6
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
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8
0
9
Press TIME COOK.
1
Enter cooking time.
2
Change power level if you don’t want full
3 power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
START
Press START.
4
You may open the door during Time Cook to check
the food. Close the door and press START to resume
cooking.
Time Cook II
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Lets you change power levels automatically during
cooking. Here’s how to do it:
Press TIME COOK.
1
Enter the first cook time.
2
Change the power level if you don’t want full
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3 power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
Press TIME COOK again.
4
Enter the second cook time.
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6 power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
Press START.
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At the end of Time Cook I, Time Cook II counts down.
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About the time featuresm (cont.).
Cooking Guide for Time Cook
NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted.
Vegetable
Amount
Time
Comments
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Asparagus
(fresh spears)
1 lb.
5 to 8 min.,
In 11⁄2-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)
(frozen green)
(frozen lima)
1 lb. cut in half 10 to 15 min. In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place
1/2 cup water.
10-oz. package 4 to 8 min.
10-oz. package 4 to 8 min.
In 1-qt. casserole, place
2 tablespoons water.
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.
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Broccoli
(fresh cut)
1 bunch
5 to 9 min.
In 2-qt. casserole, place
1/2 cup water.
(11⁄4 to 11⁄2 lbs.)
(fresh spears)
1 bunch
7 to 11 min.
In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish,
place 1/4 cup water.
(11⁄4 to 11⁄2 lbs.)
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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.
(about 2 lbs.)
In 11⁄2- or 2-qt. casserole, place
1/4 cup water.
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(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 11⁄2-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.
1 medium head 7 to 15 min.
10-oz. package 3 to 7 min.
In 2-qt. casserole, place
1/2 cup water.
In 2-qt. casserole, place
1/2 cup water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place
2 tablespoons water.
(fresh, whole)
(frozen)
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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
11/4 to 4 min. In 2-qt. glass baking dish, place
per ear
corn. If corn is in husk, use no
water; if corn has been husked,
add 1/4 cup water. Rearrange
after half of time.
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(frozen)
1 ear
2 to 6 ears
3 to 6 min.
2 to 3 min.
per ear
Place in 2-qt. oblong glass
baking dish. Cover with vented
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.
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Potatoes
(fresh, cubed,
white)
4 potatoes
(6 to 8 oz. each)
9 to 12 min. Peel and cut into 1-inch cubes.
Place in 2-qt. casserole with 1/2
cup water. Stir after half of time.
(fresh, whole,
sweet or white)
1 (6 to 8 oz.)
2 to 4 min.
Pierce with cooking fork. Place
in center of the oven. Let stand
5 minutes.
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Spinach
(fresh)
10 to 16 oz.
3 to 6 min.
3 to 6 min.
In 2-qt. casserole, place washed
spinach.
In 1-qt. casserole, place
3 tablespoons water.
(frozen, chopped 10-oz. package
and leaf)
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(fresh, summer
and yellow)
(winter, acorn,
or butternut)
1 lb. sliced
3 to 5 min.
5 to 9 min.
In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/4
cup water.
Cut in half and remove fibrous
membranes. In 2-qt. oblong
glass baking dish, place squash
cut-side-down. Turn cut-side-up
after 4 minutes.
1 or 2 squash
(about 1 lb. each)
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About the time features (cont.).
Time Defrost
Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time.
See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times.
TIME DEFROST
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Press TIME DEFROST.
1
2
3
1
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
Enter defrosting time.
4
5
6
2
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
Press START.
3
7
8
0
9
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.
START
A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting.
This is normal when oven is not operating at High power.
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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.
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■ 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.
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■ For more even defrosting of larger foods, such as
roasts, use Auto Defrost. Be sure large meats 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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Defrosting Guide
Food
Time
Comments
Breads, Cakes
Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min.
Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.)
2 to 4 min.
Rearrange after half the time.
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.
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Fruit
Plastic pouch—1 or 2
1 to 5 min.
(10-oz. package)
Meat
Bacon (1 lb.)
2 to 5 min.
2 to 5 min.
Place unopened package in oven.
Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting.
Place unopened package in oven.
Microwave just until franks can be
separated. Let stand 5 minutes, if
necessary, to complete defrosting.
Franks (1 lb.)
Ground meat (1 lb.)
4 to 6 min.
Turn meat over after first half of time.
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork 9 to 13 min. Use power level 1.
per lb.
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Steaks, chops and cutlets
4 to 8 min.
per lb.
Place unwrapped meat in cooking
dish. Turn over after first half of time
and shield warm areas with foil.
After second half of time, separate
pieces with table knife. Let stand to
complete defrosting.
Poultry
Chicken, broiler-fryer
14 to 20 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap
and turn over after first half of time. After
second half of time, separate pieces and
place in cooking dish. Microwave 2 to 4
minutes more, if necessary. Let stand a
few minutes to finish defrosting.
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Chicken, whole
20 to 25 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. After half
the time, unwrap and turn chicken over.
Shield warm areas with foil. To complete
defrosting, run cold water in the cavity
until giblets can be removed.
(21⁄2 to 3 lbs.)
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7 to 13 min. Place unwrapped hen in the oven
per lb.
breast-side-up. Turn over after first half
of time. Run cool water in the cavity until
giblets can be removed.
Turkey breast (4 to 6 lbs.)
3 to 8 min.
per lb.
Place unwrapped breast in microwave-safe
dish breast-side-down. After half of time,
turn breast-side-up and shield warm areas
with foil. Defrost for second half of time.
Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to
complete defrosting.
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About the time features (cont.).
Express Cook
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This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1–6 minutes.
1
2
3
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.
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
4
5
6
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
The power level can be changed as time is counting
down. Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1–10.
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.
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30 SEC.
■ It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds of
cooking time.
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About the convenience features.
Popcorn
To use the Popcorn feature:
POPCORN
Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the
1
package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5
ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center
of the microwave.
1
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EXPRESS COOK
(less time)
(more time)
Press POPCORN once for a 3.5 ounce package
Use only with prepackaged
microwave popcorn weighing
1.75 to 3.5 ounces.
2 of popcorn, twice for a 3.0 ounce package, or
three times for a 1.75 ounce package. The oven
starts immediately.
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
seconds to the automatic popping time.
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To add time:
After pressing POPCORN, press 9 immediately after the
oven starts for an extra 20 seconds.
To subtract time:
After pressing POPCORN, press 1 immediately after the
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Beverage
To use the Beverage feature:
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an 8 oz. beverage. or three times for a 12 oz. beverage.
BEVERAGE
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot.
Remove the container with care.
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Reheat
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The Reheat feature reheats 1 to 3 servings of many
previously cooked foods.
REHEAT
Press REHEAT.
3
2
1
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
Select food type 1–6 for one serving (see Reheat
2 Guide below).
Press 2 or 3 to reheat 2 or 3 servings.
3
START
Press START.
4
NOTE: The serving size may be changed or added after
pressing START. Press number pad 2 or 3.
OpeagIructions
Reheat Guide
Food Type
1 Pasta
Comments
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Use wide mouth mug.
2 Meats, casseroles, pizza
3 Fruits and vegetables
4 Beverages, 8–10 oz.
5 Sauces and gravies
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Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
6 Plate of leftovers
(2 to 3 foods, 4 oz. each)
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Cook
The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times
and power levels for a variety of foods.
COOK
Press COOK.
1
2
3
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
1
OepagIructions
Select food type 1–9 (see the Cook Guide below).
4
5
6
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
2
Enter weight in ounces.
7
8
0
9
3
Press START.
4
Hint: Press and hold the COOK pad during cooking to display
the food type and remaining cook time.
START
Cook Guide
Food Type
Weight
Comments
1 Canned Vegetables
2 Frozen Vegetables
4 to 20 oz.
Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
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4 to 16 oz.
4 to 16 oz.
Use microwave-safe casserole or
bowl. Follow package instructions
for adding water. Cover with lid or
vented plastic wrap.
3 Fresh Vegetables
Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl.
Add 2 tablespoons water for each
serving. Cover with lid or vented
plastic wrap.
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4 Potatoes
5 Fish
8 to 40 oz.
4 to 16 oz.
4 to 40 oz.
Pierce skin with fork. Place potatoes
on the turntable.
Use oblong, square or round dish.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
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Use oblong, square or round dish.
Cover with vented plastic wrap or
wax paper.
7 Ground Meat
(beef, pork, turkey)
8 to 48 oz.
Use round casserole dish. Crumble
meat into dish. Cover with lid or
vented plastic wrap.
8 Bacon
2 to 10 oz.
4 to 16 oz.
Layer strips on a plate, 4 to a layer.
Cover each layer with a paper towel.
9 Pizza
(frozen, microwaveable)
Follow package instructions to
prepare pizza for microwaving.
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Auto Defrost
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Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish.
Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods.
AUTO DEFROST
Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and
power levels to give even defrosting results for meats,
poultry and fish.
1
2
3
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
4
5
6
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
Press AUTO DEFROST.
7
8
0
9
1
Using the Conversion Guide below, enter food weight.
2 For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds
(1 pound, 3 ounces).
Press START.
3
START
OpeagIructions
There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the oven.
Guide
■ 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.
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■ After defrosting, most meats need to stand 5 minutes
to complete defrosting. Large roasts should stand for
about 30 minutes.
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Conversion Guide
If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the ounces
must be converted to tenths (.1) of a pound.
Weight of Food in Ounces
Enter Food Weight
(tenths of a pound)
1–2
3
4–5
6–7
8
9–10
11
12–13
14–15
.1
.2
.3
.4
.5
.6
.7
.8
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About the other features.
Cooking Complete Reminder
To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will
beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or
press CLEAR/OFF.
OepagIructions
Clock
Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day
while microwaving.
CLOCK
Press CLOCK.
1
1
2
3
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
Enter time of day.
2
3
4
5
6
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
Press START or CLOCK.
7
8
0
9
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Delay
Delay allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking
up to 12 hours.
DELAY
Press DELAY.
1
1
2
3
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
Enter the time you want the oven to start. (Be sure
2 the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.)
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4
5
6
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
7
8
0
9
Select your desired cooking program.
3
Press START.
4
The Delay time will be displayed. The oven will
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The time of day may be displayed by pressing CLOCK.
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About the other features (cont.).
Child Lock-Out
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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.
CLEAR
OFF
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Timer
This pad performs three functions:
■ It operates as a minute timer.
TIMER
■ It can be set to delay cooking.
1
2
3
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
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■ It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting.
The Timer operates without microwave energy.
How to Use as a Minute Timer
4
5
6
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK
7
8
0
9
Press TIMER.
1
Enter the amount of time you want to count down.
2
Press START. When the time is up, the timer will signal.
3
How to Use to Delay the Start of Cooking
You can set the microwave to delay cooking up to 99
minutes and 99 seconds.
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Press TIME COOK and enter the amount of
cooking time.
1
Press TIMER and enter the amount of time to delay
2 the start of cooking.
Press START. The timer will begin counting down to
3 zero and cooking will then begin.
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How to Use to Set a Holding Time
You can set a holding time between Defrost and
Time Cook, from one second to 99 minutes.
Press TIME DEFROST.
1
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2
Press TIMER.
3
Enter the amount of time you want the oven to hold.
4
Press TIME COOK.
5
Enter cooking time.
6
Press START.
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Microwave terms.
Term
Definition
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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
Shielding
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.
OpeagIructions
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.
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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.
Helpful Hints
Open the oven door a few minutes after cooking to air
out the inside. An occasional thorough wiping with a
solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh.
OepagIructions
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.
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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.
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Care and cleaning of the microwave oven (cont.).
How to Clean the Outside
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Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the
microwave oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damage the
appearance of the microwave.
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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.
OpeagIructions
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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Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the chart below 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
may be blown or the
circuit breaker tripped.
• Replace fuse or reset
circuit breaker.
OepagIructions
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.
Door not securely closed. • Open the door and close
securely.
Control panel lighted, yet
oven will not start
Door not securely closed. • Open the door and close
securely.
START pad not pressed
after entering cooking
selection.
• Press START.
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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
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after pressing TIME COOK.
entered cooking time
after pressing TIME COOK.
CLEAR/OFF was pressed
accidentally.
• Reset cooking program
and press START.
Food weight not entered
after pressing AUTO
DEFROST.
• Make sure you have
entered food weight
after pressing AUTO
DEFROST.
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Food type not entered
after pressing REHEAT
or COOK.
• Make sure you have
entered a food type.
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Before you call for service (cont.)…
Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
■ Steam or vapor escaping from around the door.
■ Light reflection around door or outer case.
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■ 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.
OpeagIructions
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GE Microwave Oven Warranty
All warranty service provided by an authorized Customer Care®
technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES.
For The Period Of:
GE Will Replace:
One Year
From the date of the
original purchase
Any part of the microwave oven which fails due to a
defect in materials or workmanship. During this
one-year limited warranty, GE will also provide, free
of charge, all labor to repair or replace the defective part.
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Four Years
The magnetron tube, if the magnetron tube fails due to
a defect in materials or workmanship. During this
four-year limited warranty, you will be responsible for
any labor or in-home service costs.
For the second through
fifth year from the date
of the original purchase
For each of the above warranties: To avoid any trip charges, you must take the microwave oven to
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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.
What GE Will Not Cover:
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■Service trips to your home to teach you
■ Replacement of house fuses or
how to use the product.
resetting of circuit breakers.
■Improper installation.
■ Damage to the product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
■Failure of the product if it is
abused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose
or used commercially.
■ Incidental or consequential damage to
personal property caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased
for home use within the USA.
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.
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Service Telephone Numbers.
®
GE Answer Center 800.626.2000
The GE Answer Center®is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737)
Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away.
Special Needs Service 800.626.2000
TDD 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322)
GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-
free kitchen for persons with limited mobility.
OpeagIructions
Service Contracts 800-626-2224
Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect
and you’ll receive a substantial discount. GE Consumer Service will
still be there after your warranty expires.
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Parts and Accessories 800-626-2002
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts
or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA, MasterCard, and
Discover cards are accepted).
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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.
Service Satisfaction
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, follow
these steps. First, contact the people who serviced your appliance.
Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your
phone number—to: Manager, Consumer Relations, GE Appliances,
Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225.
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