GE JE1390 User's Manual
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1. N SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety Information Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Important Safety Instructions 2 3 Grounding Instructions 6 ey flats CO Wet pret sonaee 6 AGapter PIUgS armen ee me 7 Operating Instructions Features of Your Microwave Oven a 9 10 Changing Power Level He Time Features cca iene Sensor Features 00 13 15 Convection Features 16 20 Combination Features Nop I AO S Temperature Features 21 25 Auto Feature e e 26 Other Features iaaa 27 28 Microwave Terms aiaa 29 Care and Cleaning 30 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 31 32 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven 32 Customer Service Product Registration 33 WU CINGIUN ry erent eee 35 Service Telephone Numbers 45 Back Cover Congratulations You Are Now Part of the GE Family Welcome to the GE family We re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service You ll see it in this easy to use Owner s Manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department Best of all you ll 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 come2. Start over and enter a valid time of day Many of the oven s features are preset and cannot be changed Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven Steam or vapor escaping from around TV radio interference might be noticed the door Light reflection around door or outer case while using the microwave Similar to the interference caused by other small appliances it does not indicate a problem Dimming oven light and change in with the microwave Plug the microwave the blower sound at power levels other into a different electrical circuit move than high the radio or TV as far away from the Dull thumping sound while oven is operating microwave as possible or check the position and signal of the TV radio antenna GE Service Protection Plus GE a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability offers you Service Protection Plus comprehensive protection on all your appliances No Matter What Brand Benefits Include P Backed by GE We ll Cover Any Appliance e All brands covered e Unlimited service calls A n YW h ere A nyti m e All parts and labor costs included No out of pocket expenses No hidden deductibles One 800 number to call You will be completely satisfied with our service protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and
3. About the temperature features Combination Temperature Cooking Combination cooking with the temperature probe allows you to enjoy the benefits of combination cooking with the precision of the temperature probe cook L Insert the probe in the food and attach it securely to the oven receptacle 1 3 rA Press Combination COOK EXPRESS COOK ExPRESS cook EXPRESS COOK Enter the desired oven temperature ESS N 4 Enter the desired food temperature Any food temperature from 90 F to 199 F may be programmed EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK elle iy Press START The temperature probe monitors the temperature of the food and turns the oven off automatically when the desired temperature is reached K The shorter shelf is required for good circulation and even browning Use only the shorter shelf when combination cooking Do not use the taller shelf 24 Combination Roast ZZ Combination Roast is similar to Combination Cooking Tip Temperature Cooking It uses both microwave i Place food on a trivet in a glass dish for lt and convection cooking as well as the iets cooking during Combination Roast If the temperature probe food is too tall to fit into the oven you can BR Place meat on a trivet in a glass dish remove the trivet L Insert the probe in the food and attach it securely to the oven receptacle Press Combination ROAST once for medium or twice for well done
4. 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 GE amp You A Service Partnership Via K IM PORTANT a N Q Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that is packed with this product Ifyou cannot find it please send in the duplicate card printed in the back of this manual FOR YOUR RECORDS pm 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 READ THIS M ANUAL 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 You ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service at all 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 About the features of your microw ave convection oven Throughout this manual fe
5. browning and Combination sealing in juices 16 Cookware Tips Convection Cooking Metal Pans are recommended for all types of baked products but especially where browning or crusting is important Dark or dull finish metal pans are best for breads and pies because they absorb heat and produce crisper crust Shiny aluminum pans are better for cakes cookies or muffins because these pans reflect heat and help produce a light tender crust Glass or Glass Ceramic casserole or baking dishes are best suited for egg and cheese recipes due to the cleanability of glass Combination Cooking Glass or Glass Ceramic baking containers are recommended Be sure not to use items with metal trim as it may cause arcing sparking with oven wall or oven shelf damaging the cookware the shelf or the oven Heat Resistant Plastic microwave cookware safe to 450 F may be used but it is not recommended for foods requiring crusting or all around browning because the plastic is a poor conductor of heat Cookware Microwave Convection Combination Heat Resistant Glass Glass Ceramic Yes Yes Yes Pyrex Fire King Corning Ware etc M etal No Yes No Non Heat Resistant Glass No No No M icrowave Safe Plastics Yes No Yes Plastic Films and Wraps Yes No No Paper Products Yes No No Straw Wicker and Wood Yes No No Use only microwave cookware that is safe to 450 F Using the Shelf System Microwave Convection Combination No Ye
6. Press TIME COOK or TIME DEFROST Enter cooking or defrosting time Ei Press POWER LEVEL 5 Select desired power level 1 10 ia 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 7 is microwave energy 70 of the time Power level 3 is energy 30 of the time Most cooking will be done on High pow er 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 About the time features TIME COOK is EXPRESS COOK EXPRE Nn S COOK 5 Olle EXPRESS COOK EXPRE N S COOK EXPRESS COOK ele Time Cook Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds Pow er level 10 High is automatically set but you may change it for more flexibility pi Press TIME COOK Enter cooking time For example press 1 5 0 and 0 for 15 minutes Ri Change power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Sel
7. is 800 GE CARES 800 626 2000 800 452 2737 Model Number Serial Number Pe JL Important If you did not get a registration card with your product detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered Model Number Serial Number Mr Ms Mrs Miss First Name Last Name Street Address Zip State Code Date Placed In Use Month OE Day a Year Be a E E SO 7 ee SE Number HOTPOINT RGA GE Appliances General Electric Company Louisville Kentucky 40225 34 GE Microwave Oven Warranty All warranty service provided by an authorized Ca Customer Care technician For service call 800 GE CARES For The Period Of GE Will Replace At No Charge To You 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 full one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and in home original purchase service to replace the defective part Nine Years The magnetron tube if the magnetron tube fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship From the second through During this 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 the above limited warranty To avoid any trip charges you must take the microwave oven
8. Ly Press START At the appropriate time the oven will signal TURN Unplug the probe and carefully turn the meat over Make sure the probe is still positioned properly in the meat and attach it firmly into the receptacle ka Press START When the programmed temperature is reached the oven holds the food at that temperature for up to hour The shorter shelf is required for good circulation and even browning Use only the shorter shelf when using the probe Do not use the taller shelf 25 About the auto feature Auto Defrost AUTO Use Auto Defrost for meat poultry and fish Conversion Guide Time Defrost f her fi fi ie MMe Hemet tO OSU OR NernaGr ce If the weight of food is stated in pounds and sn on Auto Defrost automatically sets the ounces the ounces must be converted to tenths Oe EXPRESS Coog Ee defrosting times and power levels to give 1 of a pound even defrosting results for meats poultry and fish Weight of Food Enter Food Weight Remove meat from package and place on sees tenths ofa pound 3 4 5 6 9 1 11 EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK d microwave safe dish T Press AUTO DEFROST Olle ie PA Using the Conversion Guide at right enter food weight For example press pads land 2 for 1 2 pounds 1 pound 3 ounces By Press START 12 13 14 15 7 0 J Twice during defrost the oven signals TURN Ateach TURN signal turn the food over Remove defrosted meat or
9. 3and 0 4 Press START NOTE Some recipes call for preheating Check the Cookware Tips section for correct cookware when Combination Cooking Do not use metal cookware when Combination Cooking Place meat on a trivet in a glass dish to collect juices and prevent spattering For best roasting and browning results whole roasts should be cooked in a glass dish placed directly on the shorter oven shelf For foods that are too tall to fit in the oven you can leave out the trivet If necessary you may take out the shelf and place the dish directly on the turntable I9 About the convection features Use the following guide to select the best method of cooking Specific recipes can be adapted to any method of cooking Best method Foods Microwave Combination Convection 2 Alternate method Appetizers N R Not recommended Dips and Spreads N R N R Pastry Snacks 1 Beverages 1 N R N R Sauces and Toppings 1 N R N R Soups and Stews 1 N R Meats Defrosting 1 N R N R Roasting 1 Poultry Defrosting 1 N R N R Roasting 1 Fish and Seafood Defrosting 1 N R N R Cooking 1 N R Casseroles 1 Eggs and Cheese Scrambled Omelets 1 N R N R Quiche Souffle 1 Vegetables fresh 1 N R N R Breads Quick 1 Yeast N R 1 Muffins Coffee Cake 1 Desserts Cakes Layer and Bundt 1 Angel Food and Chiffon N R N R 1 Custard and Pudding 1 N R N R Bar C
10. EXPRESS COOK ADD 30 SEC TIME DEFROST 1 EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK gt N o S A 12 EXPRE N S COOK EXPRESS EXPRESS COOK elle Express Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1 5 minutes Press one of the Express Cook pads from 1 to 5 for 1 to 5 minutes of cooking at power level 10 For example press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time No need to press START the oven will start immediately The power level can be changed as time is counting down Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1 10 Add 30 Seconds You can use this feature two ways It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed It can be used as an express cook for 30 seconds No need to press START the oven will start immediately Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time Press TIM E DEFROST Enter defrosting time ki Press START 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 pow er level 10 cuts the total time to approximately 1 3 However food will need more frequent attention than usual A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting This is normal when oven is not operating at High power Defrosting Tips Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the pack
11. a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance See EXTENSION CORDS section For best operation plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker 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 L 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 thatit will not drape over the counter top 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 m fo ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance s power cord will be disconnected infrequently Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions Adapter plugs not we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug However if permitted in Canada you still elect to use an adapter where local codes permit a TEMPORARY Align large CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded
12. brand of popcorn you use underpops or overcooks consistently you can add or subtract 20 seconds to the automatic popping time 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 oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time After removing food from the oven stir if possible to even out the temperature If the food is not hot enough use Time Cook to reheat for more time Reheated foods may have wide variations in temperature Some areas may be extremely hot Some Foods Not Recommended for Use With Reheat It is best to use Time Cook for these foods Bread products Foods that must be reheated uncovered Foods that need to be stirred or rotated Foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after reheating Press BEVERAGE to heat a cup of coffee or other beverage Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot Remove the container with care 15 About the convection features Convection Cooking Convection cooking constantly circulates heated air around the food creating even browning and sealed in flavor by the constant motion of hot air over the food surfaces Your new oven also offers the option of combination cooking using microwave energy along with convection cooking You cook with speed and accuracy while browning and crisping to perfection You can us
13. children Sound Press SOUND to turn the oven beeper on or off Display ON OFF How to Use to Seta Holding Time You can set a holding time between Defrost and Time Cook from one second to 99 minutes and 99 seconds Press TIME DEFROST Enter defrosting time Fa Press KITCHEN TIMER 4 Enter the amount of time you want the oven to hold Ji Press TIM E COOK 0 Enter cooking time Press START 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 o Touch the 0 pad to turn the clock display on or off DISPLAY ON OFF 28 Microwave terms Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by the temperature probe staying in the oven but not inserted in the food the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the microwave walls 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 Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape Shielding In a regular oven you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over browning When microwaving you use small strips of foil
14. shield warm areas with small pieces of foil After defrosting most meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting Large roasts should stand for about 30 minutes 26 About the other features EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Helle lelle EXPRESS COOK ESS COOK LR a f n E o o t Oo So oO A Az EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK iS EXPRESS COOK EXPRE Nn S o f oS A DELAY START EXPRE N S COOK EXPRESS DELAY START EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS EXPRESS COOK ejs EXPRESS COOK mG EXPRESS COOK a 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 Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving By Press CLOCK Enter time of day Fa Press START or CLOCK Delay Start Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 12 hours Press DELAY START Pa Enter the time you want the oven to start Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day Select your desired cooking program Ly Press START Reminder The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock without starting the oven The Reminder time can be set up to 12 hours later By Press DELAY START pa Enter the time you want the oven to remind you Be sure the microwave clock s
15. sure you have entered cooking time after pressing TIME COOK Reset cooking program and press START Make sure you have entered food weight after pressing AUTO DEFROST Make sure you have entered a food type Wait for the internal oven temperature to drop The sensor cooking features will not operate when the oven is hot Close the door press CLEAR OFF and begin again Use Time Cook Insert the probe into the receptacle Do not open the door until steam is sensed and time is shown counting down on display 2i Before you call for service C Troubleshooting Tips Problem BAD PROBE appears on display LOCKED appears on display HOT OVEN IS HOT appears on display You hear an unusual low tone beep OZ Possible Causes The probe has not been completely inserted into the receptacle The probe is defective The control has been locked The temperature inside the oven is greater than 200 F One of the sensor cooking pads was pressed when the temperature inside the oven was greater than 200 F You have tried to start the Reminder without a valid time of day You have tried to change the power level when it is not allowed What To Do Insert the probe properly into the receptacle Replace the probe Press and hold CLEAR OFF for about 3 seconds to unlock the control This is normal These features will not operate when the oven is hot
16. two prong wall pense Se pe receptacle by the use ofa UL listed adapter which is available at most E oa g fi local hardware stores PA A e Ensure proper ground The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in TEM PORARY and firm connection the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of the M ETHOD before use 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 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 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 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 SK Read and follow this Safety Information carefully
17. will signal Ifyou do not open the door within hour the oven will turn off automatically g Open the oven door and place the food in the oven Close the oven door Set the desired cooking time in hours and minutes by pressing number pads in sequence beginning with hours For example to set 2 hours and 30 minutes press number pads 2 3 and 0 in that order To enter time less than one hour for example 30 minutes press 0 3 and 0 J Press START When cooking is completed the display shows END and the oven signals and turns off Convection Time Cook w ithout Preheating ag If your recipe does not require preheating press Convection COOK L Enter the oven temperature by pressing the number pads that correspond to the desired oven temperature For example press number pads 2 2 and 5 for 225 F 3 Set the desired cooking time in hours and minutes by pressing number pads in sequence beginning with hours For example to set 2 hours and 30 minutes press number pads 2 3 and 0 in that order To enter time less than one hour for example 30 minutes press 0 3 and 0 yy Press START About the combination features Combination Cooking offers the best features of microwave energy and convection cooking Microwaves cook food fast and convection circulation of heated air browns foods beautifully For Best Results The shorter shelf is required for good air circulation and even browning Use o
18. GE Appliances J E1390 UIAQ DAPMOLDIP UOT IIAUO IOSUIS 12 97 CG 3828W5A0753 Part No 164D3370P057 Pub No 49 40057 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 explosion electric shock exposure to excessive microwave energy 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 c Do Not Operate the oven if itis 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 M anual Read and follow the specific precautions in t
19. RESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK lie Olelelisti elle 22 Temp Cook Hold L Insert the temperature probe in the center of the food and attach it securely in the oven receptacle Pa Press TEMP COOK HOLD RA Enter the desired food temperature 4 Change power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a power level 1 10 J Press START J When the temperature is reached the microwave will signal Food will be held at this temperature for 60 minutes The oven beeps when the hold time is complete EXPRESS COOK JEXPRESS COOK iN EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRE Nn The shorter shelf is required for good circulation and even browning Use only the shorter shelf when using the probe Do not use the taller shelf Convection Temperature Cooking Convection cooking with the temperature probe allows you to cook foods precisely to the degree of doneness desired while the constantly circulating hot air assures even cooking and browning Insert the probe in the food and attach it securely to the oven wall Press Convection COOK Enter the desired oven temperature 4 Enter the desired food temperature Any food temperature from 90 F to 199 F may be programmed b Press START The temperature probe monitors the temperature of the food and turns the oven off automatically when the desired temperature is reached AI
20. STRUCTIONS If you see arcing press the CLEAR OFF pad and correct the problem Foil not molded to food upturned edges act like antennas Metal such as twist ties poultry pins or gold rimmed dishes in the microwave Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING EA FOODS S gt 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 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 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 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 SUPERHEATED WATER M icrowaved 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 itis moved or when something like a spoon or tea bag Is put into it To prevent this from happening and causing i
21. a day 7 days a week 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 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 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 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 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 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 Finally if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 Printed in Korea
22. age Closed packages should be slit pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted Plastic storage containers should be partially uncovered Family size prepackaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and microwaved If the food is in a foil container transfer it toa 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 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 About the sensor features Covered Vented Dry off dishes so they don t mislead the sensor Humidity Sensor The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food The proper containers and covers are essential for best sensor cooking Always use microwave safe containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap Never use tight sealing plastic containers they can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven Beads of moisture turnin
23. atures and appearance may vary from your model 850 Watts gogg m e U USOC QO LU D Features of the Oven 7 Door Latches Window with Metal Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven Receptacle for Temperature Probe Probe must be securely inserted into receptacle before oven will start any temperature cooking O 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 Removable Turntable Support The turntable support must be in place when using the oven Tall Oven Shelf Use when convection cooking on two levels Do not use during combination or microwave cooking Short Oven Shelf Use when convection or combination cooking Do not use when microwave cooking Temperature Probe Probe measures internal food temperature Must be used when cooking by temperature in microwave convection or combination modes Optional Accessories Available at extra cost from your GE supplier J X1327M BV and J X1330M BV for model JE1390GA or J X1327M WV and J X1330M WV for model JE1390WA Installation Kit converts this oven to a built in wall oven NOTE Oven vent s and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven The rating plate is located on the left sid
24. ccessory or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens 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 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the convection or combination cooking functions both the outside and inside of the oven will become hot Always use hot pads to remove containers of food and accessories such as the oven shelf and temperature probe Thermometer Do not use regular cooking or oven thermometers when cooking by microwave or combination The metal and mercury in these thermometers could cause arcing and possible damage to the oven Do not use a thermometer in food you are microwaving unless the thermometer is designed or recommended for use in the microwave oven Remove the temperature probe from the oven when not using it to cook with Ifyou leave the probe inside the oven without inserting it in food or liquid and turn on microwave energy it can create electrical arcing in the oven damage oven walls and damage the temperature probe Do not clean with metal scouring pads Pieces can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving risk of electric shock Do not store any materials other than our recommended accessories in this oven when not in use Do not store this applianc
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26. e microwave cooking convection cooking or combination cooking to cook by time Simply preset the length of cooking time desired and your oven turns off automatically Combination Roast uses alternating microwave and convection to roast meats to perfection The following guide shows at a glance the difference between microwave convection and combination cooking This guide describes the many different things your Microwave Convection Combination Oven can do You will find a wide variety of cooking methods and programs designed to suit your lifestyle Cooking Method Heat Source Heat Conduction Benefits Microwave energy Microwave energy Heat produced Fast high efficiency efits is distributed evenly within food by cooking Oven and Ne throughout the oven instant energy Surroundings do not for thorough fast penetration get hot Easy clean cooking of food up Hot air circulates Circulating Heat conducted from Aids in browning around food to heated air outside of food to and seals in flavor produce browned inside Cooks some foods exteriors and seal in faster than regular juices ovens Microwave energy Microwave energy Food heats from Shortened cooking and convection heat and circulating instant energy from time from microwave Pn Uh AS combine to cook heated air penetration and heat energy plus in foods in up to one conducted from browning and half the time of outside of food crisping from regular ovens while convection heat
27. e of the contro panel visible when the door is open About the features of your microw ave convection oven You can microwave by time or with the convenience features OMBINATION pits SENSOR COOKING TIME TIME COOK DEFROST POPCORN BEVERAGE 1 REHEAT cook ROAST EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK TEMP AUTO EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK COOK HOLD DEFROST ADD 30 SEC Cooking Controls Time Features Press Enter TIM E COOK Amount of cooking time Press once or twice TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately POWER LEVEL Power level 1 10 ADD 30SEC Starts immediately O Sensor Features and Auto Feature Press Enter Option POPCORN Starts immediately more less time BEVERAGE Starts immediately REHEAT Starts immediately COOK Food type 1 7 more less time TEM P COOK HOLD Food temperature AUTO DEFROST Food weight Convection Combination Features Press Enter COMBINATION COOK Oven temperature then cook time or food temperature COMBINATION ROAST Press once or twice then press START CONVECTION COOK Oven temperature then cook time or food temperature 10 About changing the power level POWER LEVEL sn on COOK seen COOK ER COOK snd a COOK OR od COOK ag sjoe The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the time for Time Cook Time Defrost or Express Cook The power level may also be changed during time countdown
28. e 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 A WARNING H ARCING EANN Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by The temperature probe in the microwave but not inserted in the food The metal shelf not installed correctly so it touches the microwave wall Metal or foil touching the side of the oven Do not immerse power cord or plug in water Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter Do not mount this appliance over a sink Do not mount the microwave oven over or near any portion ofa heating or cooking appliance Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance beneath this microwave oven See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children Some products such as whole eggs and sealed 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 SAVE THESE IN
29. ect a desired power level 1 10 Ly Press START You may open the door during Time Cook to check the food Close the door and press START to resume cooking 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 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 Low 2or 3 Defrosting simmering delicate sauces Warm I Keeping food warm softening butter Time Cook II Lets you change power levels automatically during cooking Here s how to do it pi Press TIME COOK Enter the first cook time 3 Change the power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level 1 10 4 Press TIME COOK again Enter the second cook time J Change the power level ifyou don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level 1 10 T Press START At the end of Time Cook I Time Cook II counts down 11 About the time features EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK
30. g into steam can mislead the sensor Cook Because most cooking containers must be covered during Cook this feature is best with foods that you want to steam or retain moisture NOTE Use of the metal shelf with Cook is not recommended Recommended Foods A wide variety of foods including meats fish and vegetables can be cooked using this feature Foods not recommended Foods that must be cooked uncovered foods that require constant attention foods that require addition of ingredients during cooking and foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after cooking should not be cooked using this feature It is best to Time Cook them Foods that microwave best using the temperature probe should use Temp Cook or Combination Roast 15 About the sensor features N EXPRESS COOK EXPRE EXPRESS COOK S COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Olele eleli Sensor Cook Code Guide Food Type Canned Vegetables Frozen Vegetables Fresh Vegetables Potatoes Fish Chicken Pieces Ground Meat Beef Pork Turkey 14 Cook Cook Codes 1 through 7 are designed to give you easy automatic results with a number of popular foods Simply press 3 control pads COOK desired Cook Code and START The word AUTO appears on the display and the sensor is activated to sense steam from food See the Sensor Cook Code Guide for specific foods and instructions Place covered food in oven Press COOK ENTER FOOD CODE flashe
31. he Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy section above This appliance must be grounded Connect only to a properly grounded outlet See the Grounding Instructions section on page 6 Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions 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 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 cover or block any openings on the appliance 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 To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity Do not over cook 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 notin use Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in a special microwave popcorn a
32. hows the correct time of day The Delay Start time will be displayed The oven will automatically start at the delayed time The time of day may be displayed by pressing CLOCK NOTE You cannot use DELAY START with POPCORN or REHEAT Ji Press START The Reminder time may be displayed by pressing DELAY START NOTE REM will remain on the display to show that the Reminder is set until the Reminder time is reached and the door is opened or CLEAR OFF is pressed 27 About the other features Kitchen Timer KITCHEN TIMER This pad performs three functions 1 3 It operates as a minute timer EXPRESS COOK It can be set to delay cooking It can be used as a hold setting after EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK defrosting The Kitchen Timer operates without microwave energy lie Ollie elle How to Use as a Minute Timer Press KITCHEN TIMER L Enter the amount of time you want to count down J 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 cooking up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds Press TIME COOK and enter the amount of cooking time Press KITCHEN TIM ER and enter the amount of time to delay the start of cooking Rg Press START The timer will begin counting down to zero and cooking will then begin Child Lock Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by
33. ill not start Control panel lighted yet oven will not start HOT appears on display ERROR appears on display PLEASE INSERT PROBE appears on display SENSOR ERROR appears on display Possible Causes A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Power surge Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet Door not securely closed Door not securely closed START pad not pressed after entering cooking selection Another selection entered already in oven and CLEAR OFF pad not pressed to cancel it Cooking time not entered after pressing TIME COOK CLEAR OFF was pressed accidentally Food weight not entered after pressing AUTO DEFROST Food type not entered after pressing SNACKS or COOK The temperature inside the oven is greater than 200 degrees and the door is opened During Reheat or Popcorn program the door was opened before steam could be detected No steam was detected by sensor within 4 minutes and 10 seconds after start of Popcorn program Probe has been forgotten or not inserted properly When using a sensor feature the door was opened before steam could be detected What To Do Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Unplug the microwave oven then plug it back in Make sure the 3 prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet Open the door and close securely Open the door and close securely Press START Press CLEAR OFF Make
34. nd only the water in the cup heats then the dish is microwave safe Oversized food or oversized metal cookware should not be used in a microwave convection oven because they increase the risk of electric shock and could cause a fire Sometimes the oven floor turntable and walls can become too hot to touch Be careful touching the floor turntable and walls during and after cooking If you use a meat thermometer while cooking make sure it 1s safe for use in microwave Ovens 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 Use of the shelf accessory Remove the shelf from the oven when not in use Use pot holders when handling the shelf and cookware They may be hot Be sure that the shelf is positioned properly inside the oven to prevent product damage Do not cover the shelf or any part of the oven with metal foil This will cause overheating of the microwave convection oven Do not use your microwave convection oven to dry newspapers Notall plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens Check the package for p
35. njury 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 Foods cooked in liquids such as pasta may tend to boil more rapidly than foods containing less moisture Should this occur refer to the Care and Cleaning of the microwave oven section for instructions on how to clean the inside of the oven 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 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 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 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
36. nly the shorter shelf when combination cooking Do not use the taller shelf Combination Time Cooking with Preheat py Press COOK Enter the oven temperature by pressing the number pads that correspond to the desired oven temperature For example press number pads 2 7 and 5 for 275 F Do not enter convection cook time now Press START When the oven is preheated it will signal ready Ifyou do not open the door within 1 hour the oven will turn off automatically 4 Open the oven door and place the food in the oven Close the oven door Set the desired cooking time in hours and minutes by pressing the number pads in sequence beginning with hours For example to set 2 hours and 30 minutes press 2 3 and 0 in that order To enter time less than one hour for example 30 minutes press 0 3and 0 iJ Press START When cooking is completed the display shows END and the oven signals and turns off Combination Time Cooking without Preheat L If your recipe does not require preheating press COOK L Enter the oven temperature by pressing the number pads that correspond to the desired oven temperature For example press 2 2and 5for 225 F 3 Set the desired cooking time in hours and minutes by pressing the number pads in sequence beginning with hours For example to set 2 hours and 30 minutes press 2 3and 0 in that order To enter time less than one hour for example 30 minutes press 0
37. ookies 1 Fruit 1 N R N R Pies and Pastry N R 1 Candy 1 N R N R Blanching Vegetables 1 N R N R Frozen Convenience Foods 1 20 About the temperature features Cable Handle Sensor Temperature Probe Cooking with the probe allows you to heat Cooking Tips food to a certain temperature This is the best way to cook many foods Do not twist drop or bend the probe Be sure frozen food has been completely defrosted before inserting the probe The probe may break off if used in frozen foods The temperature probe is a food thermometer that monitors the temperature of the food Appearance may vary The probe must be used when using Temp Cook Hold Convection Temperature Cook Combination Temperature Cook or Combination Roast Use a lower power level with the probe foods will take longer to cook but they will heat more evenly Cover foods loosely for moisture control and quick even heating The probe is not recommended for batters doughs frozen foods and foods which are difficult to cook precisely by temperature Make sure the cable end is inserted all the way into the oven receptacle Insert the probe into the center of the food Make sure the handle does not touch the food or the top or sides of the oven Do not leave the probe in the oven if it s not inserted in food If it touches the oven wall it may damage the oven YA About the temperature features EXP
38. opened excessive steam can build up and cause it to burst or overflow 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 Do not overcook potatoes They could dehydrate and catch fire causing damage to your oven When cooking pork follow the directions exactly and always cook the meat to an internal temperature of at least 170 F This assures that in the remote possibility that trichina may be present in the meat it will be killed and meat will be safe to eat M ICROWAVE SAFE COOKWARE Do not operate the oven without the turntable and the turntable support seated and in place The turntable must be unrestricted so it can rotate M ake sure all cookware used in your microwave oven Is suitable for microwaving M ost 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 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 minute at high If the dish heats it should not be used for microwaving If the dish remains cool a
39. owave 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 alcoho 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 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 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 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 Before you call for service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the charts on the following ve first and you may not need to call for service Problem Oven w
40. roper use 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 Do not use paper products when the microwave convection oven 1s operated in the convection or combination mode Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware 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 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 inch away from the sides of the oven 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 expo
41. s Yes Taller shelf with shorter shelf for two level baking always use the shorter shelf always use the shorter shelf Microwave Convection Combination No Yes No the two level shelf system Should be used when baking on two levels for example when baking a two layer cake l7 About the convection features 18 During convection cooking a heating element is used to raise the temperature of the air inside the oven Any oven temperature from 225 F to 450 F may be programmed A fan gently circulates this heated air throughout the oven over and around the food producing golden brown exteriors and rich moist interiors Because the heated air is kept constantly moving not permitting a layer of cooler air to develop around the food some foods cook faster than in regular oven cooking NOTE For information on suggested cookware see the Cookware Tips section For Best Results The shorter shelf is required for good air circulation and even browning The taller shelf may also be used with the shorter shelf when two level baking is desired for example when baking a two layer cake Convection Time Cook with Preheat Press Convection COOK a Enter the oven temperature by pressing the number pads that correspond to the desired oven temperature For example press number pads 2 7 and 5 for 275 F Do not enter convection cook time now Ri Press START When the oven is preheated it
42. s in the display L Press the number pad of desired food code The code and food type you selected will appear on the display FOOD and CODE flash After 4 seconds START flashes on the display Ri Press START The word AUTO shows in the display indicating steam sensor is activated Do not open the oven door while the word AUTO Is displayed steam escaping from the oven can affect cooking performance If the door is opened close the door and press START immediately Cook Code Servings Serving Size 1 l to 4 4 oz 2 l to 4 4 oz 3 l to 4 4 oz A l to4 8 oz 5 l to 4 4 oZ 6 l to 4 l to 2 pieces 7 1 2 to 3 lbs A beep will sound when steam is sensed and AUTO is replaced by cook time Rotate or stir food if necessary When done oven beeps every minute until door is opened or CLEAR OFF is pressed Cooking Tips When oven signals and countdown time is displayed the door may be opened for stirring turning or rotating food To resume cooking close door and press START Match the amount of food to the size of container Fill containers at least 1 2 full Be sure outside of container and inside of oven are dry After completion of Cook cycle if food needs additional cooking return food to oven and use Time Cook to finish cooking Comments Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Cover with lid or plastic wrap Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Follow package instructions for adding
43. sures to overcooking the food and cookware could ignite Follow these guidelines L Use microwave safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer s recommendations L Do not microwave empty containers FE Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING AW I A WARNING GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event ofan 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 EXTENSION CORDS WA R N IN G Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock 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 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
44. 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 Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit product breakers Improper installation Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for SOEs other than the intended purpose or used commercially Incidental or consequential damage to personal property 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 In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home 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 J9 SUORI LSU Aui SLOR LAS sdi AUora 2N PS IAURT ors Instruct g R Service Telephone Numbers JG GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 The GE Answer Center is open 24 hours
45. to shield thin parts such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry which would cook before larger parts 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 29 Care and cleaning of the microwave oven lt 2 IE SI om ae Sy See Hi pea i 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 Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of this oven How to Clean the Inside lt gt SO Walls Floor Inside Window M etal 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 micr
46. water Cover with lid or plastic wrap Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Add 2 tablespoons water for each serving Cover with lid or plastic wrap Pierce skin with fork Cluster potatoes in center of oven floor Use oblong square or round dish Cover with plastic wrap Use oblong square or round dish Cover with wax paper Use round casserole dish Crumble meat into dish Cover with wax paper or plastic wrap POPCORN nn EJ less time more time Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3 0 to 3 5 ounces REHEAT BEVERAGE Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature L Follow package instructions using Time Cook if the package is less than 3 0 ounces or larger than 3 5 ounces Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave Press POPCORN The oven starts immediately Ifyou open the door while POP is displayed ERROR will appear Close the door press CLEAR OFF and begin again Reheat The Reheat feature reheats single servings 4 8 ounces of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers Place covered food in the oven Press REHEAT The oven starts immediately L The oven signals when steam is sensed and the time remaining begins counting down Do not open the oven door until time is counting down If the door is opened close it and press START immediately Beverage How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time Ifyou find that the
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