GE JE1140 User's Manual
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1. c 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 1 door bent 2 hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 door seals and sealing surfaces d The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual H Read and follow the specific precautions in the Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy section above Mi This appliance must be grounded Connect only to a properly grounded outlet See the Grounding Instructions section on page 5 H Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions E 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 E Do not mount this appliance over a sink E Do not mount the microwave oven over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance E Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation E 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 dr2. 1 75 oz Press once twice or three times BEVERAGE Starts immediately 1 cup 2 cups or 3 cups Press once twice or three times t REHEAT Starts immediately 12 oz or 15 oz S Press once or twice COOK Food type 1 5 a Press one to five times S AUTO DEFROST Food weight 11b 1 5 Ibs 2 Ibs Press one to four times or 2 5 Ibs FROZEN PIZZA Starts immediately 7 oz or 14 oz S Press once or twice About changing the power level POWER LEVEL a 2 5 EXPRESS COOK The power level may be entered or changed before entering the time for Time Cook Press POWER LEVEL repeatedly to select power level 0 to HI 2 Enter cooking time 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 70 is microwave energy 70 of the time Power level 30 is energy 30 of the time Most cooking will be done on HI which gives you 100 power HI power level 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 sc
3. INSTRUCTIONS e WARNING mproper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock This appliance must be grounded In the event of If the outlet is a standard 2 prong wall outlet Q an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the it is your personal responsibility and obligation to 3 risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong z for the electric current wall outlet This appliance is equipped with a power cord Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the having a grounding wire with a grounding plug third ground prong from the power cord The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded We do not recommend using an extension cord with this appliance If the power cord is too short Consult a qualified electrician or service technician have a qualified electrician or service technician if the grounding instructions are not completely install an outlet near the appliance See understood or if doubt exists as to whether the EXTENSION CORDS section appliance is properly grounded For best operation plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker Ji ADAPTER PLUGS LE Usage situations where appliance s power cord will be disconnected infrequently gt S 2 S Q a A S Q S Because of potential safety hazards unde
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5. START to restart the oven 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 PAUSE CLEAR for about three seconds When the control panel is locked the lock indicator will be lit KITCHEN TIMER AUTO DEFROST u TIME DEFROST POWER LEVEL EXPRESS COOK GEAppliances com Kitchen Timer This pad performs three functions H It operates as a minute timer H It can be set to delay cooking H It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting How to Use as a Minute Timer The Kitchen Timer operates without microwave energy Press KITCHEN TIMER 2 Enter the amount of time you want to count down Press START When the time is up the timer will signal How to Use to Delay the Start of Cooking You can set the microwave to delay the start of cooking up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds Press KITCHEN TIMER Enter the amount of time to delay the start of cooking of oS Press POWER LEVEL Change power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL repeatedly to select a desired power level Enter the amount of cooking time Press START E BY The timer will begin counting down to zero and cooking will then begin How to Use to Set a Holding Time Press AUTO DEFROST and select food weight or press TIME DEFROST and enter defrosting time P
6. on a cooling rack After covering a dish with plastic wrap you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape Care and cleaning of the microwave oven GEAppliances com 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 How to Clean the Outside Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven Ammonia or alcohol can damage the
7. Defrosting Guide for suggested times Auto Defrost explained in the About the convenience features section Defrosting Tips H 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 H 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 H 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 H For more even defrosting of larger foods such as roasts use Auto Defrost Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking E 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 Place block in casserole Turn over and break up after half the time Place unopened package in oven Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting Place unopened package in oven Microwave just until franks can be separated 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 Place wrapped chicken in dish Unwrap and turn over after first half of time After second half of
8. ERHEATED WATER i H Hot foods and steam can cause burns Be careful Microwaved water and other liquids do not always when opening any containers of hot food bubble when they reach the boiling point They can including popcorn bags cooking pouches and actually get superheated and not bubble at all boxes To prevent possible injury direct steam Superheated liquid will bubble up out of the cup when away from hands and face protects against foodborne illness it is moved or when something like a spoon or tea bag W Do not overcook potatoes They could dehydrate X is put into it and catch fire causing damage to your oven z To prevent this from happening and causing injury do W Cook meat and poultry thoroughly meat to at S not heat any liquid for more than 2 minutes per cup least an INTERNAL temperature of 160 F and Q After heating let the cup stand in the microwave for poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of A 30 seconds before moving it or putting anything into it 180 F Cooking to these temperatures usually S S Q a Safety Instructions S S S 3 D S S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING 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 n
9. Ibs 1 bunch 1 to 1 Ibs 10 0z package 10 0z package 1 medium head about 2 Ibs 1 Ib 10 0z package 1 medium head 1 medium head 10 0z package 10 0z package 1 to 5 ears 1 ear 2 to 6 ears 10 0z package 2 Ibs unshelled 10 0z package 4 potatoes 6 to 8 oz each 1 6 to 8 oz 10 to 16 oz 10 0z package fresh summer and yellow 1 Ib sliced winter acorn or butternut 1 to 2 squash about 1 Ib each Time 5 to 8 min Med High 7 4 to 7 min 10 to 15 min 4 to 8 min 4 to 8 min 16 to 22 min 5 to 9 min 7 to 11 min 4 to 7 min 4 to 7 min 6 to 10 min 5 to 9 min 4 to 8 min 3 to 7 min 7 to 11 min 7 to 15 min 3 to 7 min 2 to 6 min 1 to 4 min per ear 3 to 6 min 2 to 3 min per ear 2 to 6 min 7 to 10 min 2 to 6 min 9 to 12 min 2 to 4 min 3 to 6 min 3 to 6 min 3 to 5 min 5 to 9 min GEAppliances com Comments In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole In 1qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole In 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water In 1 or 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 2 or 3 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserol
10. Microwave Oven GEAppliances com Safety Instructions 2 6 Operating Instructions Convenience Features 13 15 Microwave Terms 18 Oven Features 7 8 Other Features 16 17 Power Levels 9 Time Features 10 12 Care and Cleaning 19 Troubleshooting Tips 20 Things That Are Normal 20 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 21722 Warranty 4 ocs4e ase deveues 23 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial You can find them on a label inside the oven Owner s Manual JE1140 164D3370P190 49 40222 08 01 JR Safety Instructions N S S S 3 D S S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life 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
11. al 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 pioddngs saunsuoy Safety Instructions S S S 3 D S S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING r Q wA y _ N N A WARNING 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 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 Ifyou 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 READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS About the features of your microwave oven GEAppliances com Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model 1100 Watts 2 3 suo
12. alloped potatoes GEAppliances com 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 30 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 HI Fish bacon vegetables boiling liquids Med High 70 Gentle cooking of meat and poultry baking casseroles and reheating Medium 50 Slow cooking and tenderizing for stews and less tender cuts of meat Low 20 or 30 Defrosting simmering delicate sauces Warm 10 Keeping food warm softening butter suoyaonysuy Ajaes gt g 3 A S Q S 77 sdijy Guooysajqnosy pioddngs saunsuoy Safety Instructions S S S S 3 S D S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10 Ei se ESE Li EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK About the time features Time Cook Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds HI power level is automatically set but you may change it for more flexibility Change power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL repeatedly to select a desired power level 2 Enter cooking time Press START You may open the door during Time Cook to check the food Close the door an
13. appearance of the microwave Case Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth Rinse with a damp cloth 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 is 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 Power Cord If the cord becomes soiled unplug and wash with a damp cloth For stubborn spots sudsy water may be used but be certain to rinse with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly before plugging cord into outlet 19 suonanysuj Ajajes i S 2 S A S Q S 77 sdij Gurooysajqnosy pioddns saunsuoy Q Problem Oven will not start Safety Instructions Control panel lighted yet oven will not start 7 S 2 S 3 3 Q Microwave oven controls will not work Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 20 Before you call for service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the chart below and you may not need to call for service Possible Causes A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped What To Do e Replace fuse or reset circuit brea
14. ature Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot Remove the container with care Press BEVERAGE once for 1 cup twice for 2 cups or three times for 3 cups Frozen Pizza FROZEN i To use the Frozen Pizza feature Follow package instructions using Time Cook if the pizza is less than 7 ounces or larger than 14 ounces sdij Gurooysajqnosy Press FROZEN PIZZA once for a 7 ounce pizza or twice for a 14 ounce pizza The oven starts immediately pioddns sauinsuoy 13 About the convenience features Cook The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods EXPRESS COOK Press COOK repeatedly to select food type 1 5 Press START Safety Instructions Cook Guide N S Food Type Weight Comments 1 Canned Vegetables 1 can Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Cover with 14 to 16 oz lid or vented plastic wrap 2 2 Soup 12 oz Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 3 Potatoes 4 potatoes Pierce skin with fork Place potatoes on the S 8 to 10 oz each turntable 8 4 Fresh Vegetables 16 oz Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Add 2 tablespoons water for each serving Cover Se with lid or vented plastic wrap 5 Frozen Vegetables 16 oz Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Follow package instructions for adding water Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap V D Q A S E Consumer Support 14 AUTO DEFROST EXPRESS COOK Au
15. d food Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware E 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 E 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 H 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 GEAppliances com S 3 M GROUNDING
16. d press START to resume cooking Express Cook Defrosting and Cooking You can program the oven to automatically begin Time Cook after defrosting Press AUTO DEFROST and select food weight or press TIME DEFROST and enter defrosting time Press POWER LEVEL Change power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL repeatedly to select a desired power level 3 Enter the amount of cooking time Press START The oven will begin defrosting After defrosting is complete Time Cook will count down This is a quick way to set cooking time for 30 seconds It will add 30 seconds to the time each time the pad is pressed The oven will start immediately Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE Use HI power level unless otherwise noted Vegetable Asparagus fresh spears frozen spears Beans fresh green frozen green frozen lima Beets fresh whole Broccoli fresh cut fresh spears frozen chopped frozen spears Cabbage fresh wedges Carrots fresh sliced frozen Cauliflower flowerets fresh whole frozen Corn frozen kernel Corn on the cob fresh frozen Mixed vegetables frozen Peas fresh shelled frozen Potatoes fresh cubed white fresh whole sweet or white Spinach fresh frozen chopped and leaf Squash Amount 1 Ib 10 0z package 1 Ib cut in half 10 0z package 10 0z package 1 bunch 1 bunch 1 to 1
17. duct breakers E Improper installation E Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or H Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for ane or Cor other than the intended purpose or used commercially H Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance 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 Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 23 suon nysuj Ajayes F a 3 Q 2 S x S 7 sdijy Gurooysajqnosy pioddngs sauinsuo9 Consumer Support GE Appliances Website GEAppliances com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals order parts catalogs or even schedule service on line You can also Ask Our Team of Experts your questions and so much more Schedule Service GEAppliances com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door Get
18. e place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water 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 In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water In 2 qt 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 In 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Peel and cut into l inch cubes Place in 2 qt casserole with 1 2 cup water Stir after half of time Pierce with cooking fork Place in the oven 1 apart in circular arrangement Let stand 5 minutes In 2 qt casserole place washed spinach In 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water In 14qt casserole place 1 4 cup water Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes In 2 qt glass baking dish place squash cut side down Turn cut side up after 4 minutes 77 suononysuy Ajajes i S y gt Q A S S 7 sdij Gurooysajqnosy pioddns sauinsuoy Safety Instructions S S S S 3 S D S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the time features TIME Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time See the
19. e improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Contact Us GEAppliances com KoA If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number or write to General Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Register Your Appliance GEAppliances com Register your new appliance on line at your convenience Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty should the need arise You may also mail in the pre printed registration card included in the packing material Printed in Korea
20. ectric Company Louisville Kentucky GEAppliances com 22 GE Microwave Oven Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers Staple your receipt here C or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service Proof of the original purchase on line 24 hours a day visit us at GEAppliances com date is needed to obtain service or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 under the warranty For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Any part of the microwave oven which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship From the date of the During this limited one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge parts and service labor original purchase to repair or replace the defective part Ten Years The magnetron tube if the magnetron tube fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship From the second through During this additional nine year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home the tenth year from the service costs date of original purchase For each of the above warranties 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 What GE Will Not Cover H Service trips to your home to teach you how to use E Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit the pro
21. ker Power surge e Unplug the microwave oven then plug it back in Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet e Make sure the 3 prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet Door not securely closed Door not securely closed Open the door and close securely e Open the door and close securely START pad not pressed after e Press START entering cooking selection Another selection entered e Press PAUSE CLEAR already in oven and PAUSE CLEAR pad not pressed to cancel it PAUSE CLEAR was pressed accidentally The control has been locked When the control panel is locked the lock indicator will be lit e Reset cooking program and press START e Press and hold PAUSE CLEAR for about three seconds to unlock the control Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven H Steam or vapor escaping from around the door E Light reflection around door or outer case E Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other than high E Dull thumping sound while oven is operating E 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 GE Service
22. meat over after first half of time Roast beef lamb veal pork 9to13 min Use power level 10 per lb Steaks chops and cutlets 4 to 8 min per lb Let stand to complete defrosting Poultry Chicken broiler fryer cut up 14 to 20 min 2 to 3 Ibs Chicken whole 214 to 3 Ibs 20 to 25 min until giblets can be removed Cornish hen 7 to 13 min per lb Run cool water in the cavity until giblets can be removed Turkey breast 4 to 6 Ibs 3 to 8 min per lb 12 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 About the convenience features GEAppliances com Popcorn POPCORN To use the Popcorn feature Follow package instructions using hee jas Time Cook if the package is less than SE ONY VINI PrEpaCKAgE 1 75 ounces or larger than 3 5 ounces microwave popcorn weighing 1 75 to 3 5 ounces Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave Press POPCORN once for a 3 5 ounce package of popcorn twice for a 3 0 ounce package or three times for a 1 75 ounce package The oven starts immediately suononysuy Ajajes Reheat REHEAT The Reheat feature reheats 12 or 15 ounce servings of many previously cooked foods Press REHEAT once to select 12 ounces or twice to select 15 ounces The oven starts i S 2 Bw S A S Q S 77 immediately Beverage BEVERAGE To use the Beverage fe
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24. opped If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by General Electric Service or an authorized service agent using a power cord available from General Electric H Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance E 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 E 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 E Keep power cord away from heated surfaces E Do not immerse power cord or plug in water E Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter E 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 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 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 E Sce do
25. or surface cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual Mi This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment E As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GEAppliances com A j WARNING z lt ARCING S Ja lf you see arcing press the CLEAR OFF pad and correct the problem Q Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven W Metal such as twist ties poultry pins or gold 5 Arcing is caused by rimmed dishes in the microwave E Metal or foil touching the side of the oven E Recycled paper towels containing small metal H Foil not molded to food upturned edges act like piece peng eo n Te MINANE antennas FOODS Q E Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven E Avoid heating baby food in glass jars even with unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory the lid off Make sure all infant food is thoroughly or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in cooked Stir food to distribute the heat evenly microwave ovens 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 E Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example closed jars will explode and should not be heated in
26. ot have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used Some cookware is labeled suitable for microwaving H 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 E If you use a meat thermometer while cooking make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens E 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 H 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 E Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers H Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens Check the package for proper use H 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 E Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the heate
27. r certain conditions Adapter plugs not we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug However permitted in Canada if you still elect to use an adapter where local codes permit Align large a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded eo 2 prong wall receptacle by the use of a UL listed adapter which is Om available at most local hardware stores The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in Ensue proper the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of TEMPORARY and fim connecta the power cord METHOD before use 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 sdijy Guooysajqnosy 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 eventu
28. ress KITCHEN TIMER Enter the amount of time you want the oven to hold Press START The oven will begin defrosting After defrosting is complete the holding time will count down 17 suononysuy Ajajes i S gt w A S Q S 77 sdij Gurooysasqnosy yioddns saunsuoy N S S S S Term ari rcing S D N Covering Shielding N S A S Standing Time Ve entin 2 g S Q V D Q A S E Consumer Support 18 Microwave terms Definition Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by E metal or foil touching the side of the oven E foil that is not molded to food upturned edges act like antennas E metal such as twist ties poultry pins gold rimmed dishes E recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces 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 In a regular oven you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent overbrowning 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 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
29. this microwave oven Such use of the microwave oven W Don t defrost frozen beverages in narrow necked could result in injury 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 gt w S Q a A S Q S E 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 H Operating the microwave with no food inside for 5 p Menai nee vac suet S more than a minute or two may cause damage to circumstances quias may start t9 pete ee ic Barua A ondora IL nese shortly after removal from the microwave oven i To prevent burns from splashing liquid we D heat around the magnetron and can shorten the S v life of th recommend the following before removing the TE OF TAG OVET container from the oven allow the container to a E Foods with unbroken outer skin such as stand in the oven for 30 to 40 seconds after the lt potatoes hot dogs sausages tomatoes apples oven has shut off Do not boil liquids in narrow S chicken livers and other giblets and egg yolks necked containers such as soft drink bottles wine x should be pierced to allow steam to escape flasks and especially narrow necked coffee cups 5 during cooking Even if the container is opened excessive steam 77 can build up and cause it to burst or overflow li SUP
30. time separate pieces and place in cooking dish Microwave 2 to 4 minutes more if necessary Let stand a few minutes to finish defrosting 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 Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast side up Turn over after first half of time Place unwrapped breast in microwave safe dish breast side down After first half ajj Press TIME DEFROST 4 5 6 Enter defrosting time 7 8 9 Rass START an Turn the food over after half the time 0 Press START yeg At one half of selected defrosting time 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 A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting This is normal when oven is not operating at HI power 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 Ib 6 to 9 min Shellfish small pieces 1 Ib 3 to 7 min Fruit Plastic pouch 1 or 2 1 to 5 min 10 oz package Meat Bacon 1 Ib 2 to 5 min Franks 1 Ib 2 to 5 min Let stand 5 minutes if necessary to complete defrosting Ground meat 1 Ib 4 to 6 min Turn
31. to Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat poultry and fish weighing up to 2 5 pounds 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 Press AUTO DEFROST repeatedly to select l to 2 5 pounds Press START Time Defrost is explained in the About the time features section GEAppliances com There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the oven Guide H Remove meat from package and place on microwave safe dish E When the oven signals turn the food over Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil E After defrosting most meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting Large roasts should stand for about 30 minutes 15 suonanysuj Ajajes i S 2 S A S Q S 77 sdij Guyooysajqnosy pioddns saunsuoy Safety Instructions IEEE N PAUSE CLEAR S 3 5 D S Ta 5 PAUSE Se CLEAR V D Q A S E Consumer Support 16 ee About the other features Clock Press to enter the time of day Press CLOCK once to select 12 hour time or twice to select 24 hour time Enter time of day Press CLOCK Pause Clear In addition to cancelling selections PAUSE CLEAR allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display Press
32. ve you as a customer Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification Model Number After mailing the registration below store this document in a Safe place It contains information you will need should you require service Our service number is 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Read your Owner s Manual carefully It will help you operate your new appliance properly Serial Number Important If you did not get a registration card with your product detach and return the form below to First Name Street Address Apt City Date Placed In Use Month ensure that your product is registered or register online at GEAppliances com Cut here Consumer Product Ownership Registration Model Number Serial Number Mr Ms Mrs Miss a Name E mail Address State Li mes l Day Year Number l l Please provide your e mail address to receive via e mail discounts special offers and other important communications from GE Appliances GEA Check here if you do not want to receive communications from GEA s carefully selected partners GE Appliances General El
33. yanysuy Ajajes i S a gt lt A Q S 7 L 7 Door Latches 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 Window with Metal Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven Convenience Guide Removable Turntable Support The turntable support must be in place when using the O Touch Control Panel Display oven NOTE Rating plate oven vent s and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven sdij Gurooysajqnosy pioddns sauinsuoy About the features of your microwave oven N S You can microwave by time or with the convenience features ew Q 3 gt Q 2 D TIME A DEROST POPCORN BEVERAGE REHEAT an 7 a FROZEN EXPRESS COOK PIZZA COOK Mn 1 2 3 a 4 6 ol 7 8 9 POWER LEVEL 0 J 7 S S S 3 S D S q Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin Time Features Press Enter 2 Time Cook Amount of cooking time lt S Press number pads gt TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time POWER LEVEL Power level 0 to HI EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately A 3 O Convenience Features S Press Enter Option S POPCORN Starts immediately 3 5 0z 3 oz or
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