GE JVM1635SFC microwave
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1. Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh Be sure the power is off before cleaning any part of this microwave 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 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 in the microwave mode without the turntable and support seated and in place 21 Care and cleaning of the oven How to Clean the Outside We recommend against the use of spray cleaners and using cleaners with ammonia or alcohol as they can damage the appearance of the microwave oven If you choose to use a common household cleaner first apply the cleaner directly to a clean cloth then wipe the soiled area Case Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth Rinse and then dry Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth Control Panel Wipe with a2. 1 TION TACOW ONvHONVIN WON omas 30 2 9 1 F NON ON 130 JONAS LVHLNOO Nn a13H9v SNOAZIAY RS E 1 N NOLLWUIdXa INO IS S3A 31 INOISSA 3ONVITdd SIHL YO4 LOYYLNO9 JOINS v ISYH YNd dia 5 I 152 00 imc 934 m gt wisoa 3009 3009 1508 FONIAOUd mwani SS lt ing 1 8 2 gesirdav oN 3ns 3AvNIS3HIS anyon on aaus i MG 104 swo smmssWmng g WON 151 WONSYd 3INVN LS IWW SYW r1 15 5 OIHVINO 22150 Y L3NSSLNI HOS IN3INGHLSIO NS T VONVSSISSIN 08 1 xog O d OL TW eo saoueljddeab mmm 318039 U9 S Is NYA esue y Pinoys AjueWeM no 1 ue snoa oane jueuiejoej Jenbiunuuuico ep siu eo Jo sue ay apun Moye oj pue 55 ep un is snoa 1jenbiunuuuuoo jonpoud siy 10 penss s fjejes e juano aowa ay ap eijeuued snou ep uye ynpoud zejieA 39ejuoo oj sn ejqeue zanpoud esee d a 1 1 1
3. 28 GE Microwave Oven Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care Staple your receipt here technician To schedule service online contact Proof of the original us at GEAppliances ca or call 1 800 561 3344 purchase date is needed Please have serial and model numbers available to obtain service under when calling for service the warranty For The Period of Mabe Will Replace One Year From the date of the orignal purchase Any part of the microwave oven which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this limited one year warranty Mabe will also provide free of charge all labor and related service to replace the defective part What Mabe Will Not Cover Service trips to your home to teach you Replacement of house fuses or resetting how to use the product of circuit breakers Improper installation delivery or W Replacement of the cooktop light bulbs maintenance Damage to the product caused by Product not accessible to provide required accident fire floods or acts of God service W Incidental or consequential damage W Failure of the product or damage to caused by possible defects with this the product if it is abused misused for appliance example cavity arcing from wire rack or metal foil or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Damage caused after delivery EXCLUSION OF
4. MICROWAVE SAFE COOKWARE cont 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 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock This appliance must be grounded In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current Ensure proper ground exists before use 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 f 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 Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance Do not use an extension cord with this appliance f the power cord is too short have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet
5. should the need arise You may also mail in the pre printed registration card included in the packing material GEAppliances ca 30 Printed in Malaysia
6. near the appliance For best operation plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE VENT FAN The fan will operate automatically under certain conditions see Automatic Fan feature Take care to prevent the starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is in use W Clean the underside of the microwave often Do not allow grease to build up on the microwave or the fan filters E In the event of a grease fire on the surface units below the microwave oven smother a flaming pan on the surface unit by covering the pan completely with a lid a cookie sheet or a flat tray PACEMAKERS Most pacemakers are shielded from interference from electronic products including microwaves However patients with pacemakers may wish to consult their physicians if they have concerns OPTIONAL KITS Available at extra cost from your GE supplier Filler Panel Kits W JX48WH White W JX46BL Black When replacing a 36 91 4 cm range hood filler panel kits fill in the additional width to provide a custom built in appearance For installation between cabinets only not for end of cabinet installation Each kit contains two 3 7 6 cm wide filler panels W Use care when cleaning the vent fan filters Corrosive cle
7. IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is product exchange as provided in this Limited Warranty Any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within Canada If the product is located in an area where service by a Mabe Authorized Servicer is not available you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized Mabe Service Location for service Some provinces 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 province to province To know what your legal rights are consult your local or provincial consumer affairs office Warrantor Mabe Canada Inc Burlington Ontario 29 Consumer Support GE Appliances Website Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals order parts catalogs GEAppliances ca Schedule Service Expert Mabe repair service is only one step away from your door Get on line and schedule your service at your convenience any d
8. a thermometer in food you are microwaving unless the thermometer is designed or recommended for use in the microwave oven Do not store any materials other than our recommended accessories in this oven when not in use Do not store this appliance outdoors Do not use this product near water for example in a wet basement near a swimming pool near a sink or in similar locations Keep power cord away from heated surfaces Do not immerse power cord or plug in water Do not block or cover any openings on the appliance This microwave is not approved or tested for marine use 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 Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example closed jars are able to explode and should not be heated in this microwave oven Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury 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 This appliance must only be serviced by qualified service personnel Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment As with any appliance close supervision is necessary w
9. 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 Panel Before cleaning the front door panel make sure you know what type of panel you have Refer to the eighth digit of the model number S is stainless steel B W or C are plastic colors Stainless Steel on some models The stainless steel panel can be cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product using a Clean soft cloth Apply stainless cleaner carefully to avoid the surrounding plastic parts Do not use appliance wax polish bleach or products containing chlorine on Stainless Steel finishes Plastic Color Panels Use a clean soft lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly Door Seal 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 Bottom Clean off the grease and dust on the bottom often Use a solution of warm water and detergent 22 Replacing the light bulb GEAppliances ca Replacing the Oven Cavity Lamp 1 Disconnect power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel 2 Remove the top grill by removing the two screws that hold it in place 3 Remove charco
10. oven within 5 minutes prior to starting the cooking cycle 20 Turntable For best cooking results leave the turntable on It can be turned off for large dishes Press the Turntable pad once to turn the turntable off Press again to turn the turntable back on Sometimes the turntable can become too hot to touch Be careful touching the turntable during and after cooking Turntable can be turned off during the Cook Time or Express Cook features by pressing the Turntable pad Note At the conclusion of the Cook Time and Express Cook features the turntable will automatically return to ON Vent Fan The vent fan removes steam and other vapors from surface cooking Press Vent Fan once for high fan speed twice for ow fan speed or three times to turn the fan off Automatic Fan An automatic fan feature protects the microwave from too much heat rising from the cooktop below it It automatically turns on if it senses too much heat f you have turned the fan on you may find that you cannot turn it off The fan will automatically turn off when the internal parts are cool It may stay on for 30 minutes or more after the cooktop and microwave controls are turned off Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven the oven will display Food is ready and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press the CANCEL OFF button and cleaning of the oven GEAppliances ca
11. power level 10 Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish Turn over after first half of time and shield warm areas with oil After second half of time separate pieces with able knife Let stand to complete defrosting Place wrapped chicken in dish Unwrap and turn over after first half of time After second half of ime separate pieces and place in cooking dish icrowave 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 he cavity until giblets can be removed Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast side up Turn over after first half of time Run cool water in he cavity until giblets can be removed Place unwrapped breast in microwave safe dish breast side down After first half of time turn breast side up and shield warm areas with foil De rost for second half of time Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting About the convenience features GEAppliances ca Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature Press the POPCORN button once for 2 0 oz 57 g bag twice for 2 5 oz 71 9 bag or three times for 3 0 oz 85 g bag Press START Cooking will start when the countdown begins in the display You can not change the selection or quantity after the feature has started co Reheat The Reheat feature reheat
12. the cooktop They also prevent flames from foods on the cooktop from damaging the inside of the oven For this reason the filters must always be in place when the hood is used The vent filters should be cleaned once a month or as needed 23 Care and cleaning of the oven Removing and Cleaning the Filters To remove slide them to the rear using the tabs Pull down and out To clean the vent filters soak them and then swish around in hot water and detergent Don t use ammonia or ammonia products because they will darken the metal Light brushing can be used to remove embedded dirt Rinse shake and let dry before replacing To replace slide the filters into the frame slots on the back of each opening Press up and to the front to lock into place Charcoal Filter The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned It must be replaced Order Part No WB02X11550 from your GE supplier If the model is not vented to the outside the air will be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that helps remove smoke and odors The charcoal filter should be replaced when it is noticeably dirty or discolored usually after 6 to 12 months depending on usage See Optional Kits page 8 for more information To Remove the Charcoal Filter 24 To remove the charcoal filter first disconnect power a
13. F for about appears on display 3 seconds to unlock the control Floor of the oven is cooktop light is located This is normal warm even when below the oven floor When the oven has not light is on the heat it been used produces may make the oven floor get warm You hear an unusual You have tried to change the Many of the oven s features are preset low tone beep power level when it is not and cannot be changed allowed Vent fan comes on The vent fan automatically e This is normal automatically turns on to protect the microwave if it senses too much heat rising from the cooktop below 26 LNSWA1NAS sNalavNvo SLNAGISAY YNOd SYSINNSNOD NVIGVNVO Lov OINYLNO VONVSSISSIW 082 XO8 O d NOILVYLSISAY dIHSH3NMO e ze oAue eddojeAue eun suep 79 0 pue eoejd 27 eo sejjeuuonouuoJd seJjjo p I0 6281 sed eu ar 4 onpoud siu s1ejjo Aue 0 usiw jou op O NG NOILdIMOSNI G ALVOISILYAD 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 7 1095 siv NvHi 3ONV INOdS3MHOO 2 1 HSITONA 3ON3ONOdS3NMOO 7 SUalpeueo OE
14. GEAppliances ca Safety Instructions 2 8 Owner s Manual Operating Instructions JVM1630WFC EE JVM1630BFC Time 5 11 JVMTOSSSFC Defrost Features 12 14 Convenience Features 15 16 Microwave 16 Power 5 17 Other 18 20 Replacing the Light Bulb 23 Exhaust 5 23 Care and Cleaning 24 25 Troubleshooting Tips Before you call for service 25 26 Consumer Support Optional 5 8 Product Registration 27 ies es es term Enn 29 Consumer Support 30 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial Microwave Oven You can find them on a label when the door is open 350A4502P739 49 40709 06 13 ATS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed including the following A WARNING To reduce the risk of burns electric shock fire injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY a Do Not Attempt to operate this c Do Not Operate the oven if it is oven with the door open since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to m
15. al filter if present NOTE Charcoal filter is an optional kit you may not have one 4 Press the retainer holding the lamp shield in place About the exhaust feature Charcoal filter on some models Reusable vent filters on all models Cooktop Lights Nite Lights Replace with 120 volt 25 or 50 watt max incandescent bulbs Order WB25X10030 from your GE supplier To replace the cooktop lights nite lights first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug One side at a time remove the screw from the side of the light compartment cover and lower the cover until it stops Be sure the bulb is cool before removing Break the adhesive seal by gently unscrewing the bulb Screw in the new bulb then raise the light cover and replace the screw Repeat for the other light Connect electrical power to the oven 5 Pull the lamp shield out Unscrew the light bulb out and replace with the 120V 130V 30W incondescent bulb Order WB25X10029 from your GE supplier 6 Return the lamp and lamp shield to original position and replace charcoal filter 7 Replace the grill and 2 screws Reconnect power to the oven Vent Fan The vent fan has two metal reusable vent filters Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter Reusable Vent Filters The metal filters trap grease released by foods on
16. aning agents such as lye based oven cleaners may damage the filters W When preparing flaming foods under the microwave turn the fan on Never leave surface units beneath your icrowave oven unattended at high heat ttings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite and spread if the microwave vent fan is operating To minimize automatic fan operation use adequate sized cookware and use high heat on surface units only when necessary 3 Charcoal Filter Kits JX81L Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit Filter kits are used when the oven cannot be vented to the outside See back cover to order by phone or at GEAppliances ca READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY 8 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS About the features of your oven GEAppliances ca Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model Features of the Oven 62 Door Handle Door Latches Window with Metal Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven Control Panel Removable Turntable Do not 9 operate the oven in the microwave mode without the turntable and turntable support seated and in place Removable Turntable Support Do 9 not operate the oven in the microwave mode without the turntable and turntable support seated and in place About the c
17. ay of th eyear Or call 1 800 561 3344 during normal busines hours GEAppliances ca Purchase a Mabe extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 1 800 461 3636 during normal business hours Mabe Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires A Service Contrats GEAppliances ca Parts and Accessories GEAppliances ca Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Order on line today 24 hours every day or by phone at 1 800 661 1616 during normal business hours 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 Contact Us GEAppliances ca A If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from Mabe contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number or write to General Manager Customer Relations Mabe Canada Inc Suite 310 1 Factory Lane Moncton NB E1C 9M3 Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on line at your convenience Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of yoru warranty
18. ble Steam or vapor escaping from around the or check the position and signal of door the TV radio antenna Light reflection around door or outer case Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other than high Noises while oven is operating 25 Before you call for service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service Problem Possible Cause What To Do Oven will not start A fuse in your home may be Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker blown or the circuit breaker tripped Power surge Unplug the microwave oven then plug it back in Plug not fully inserted into Make sure the 3 prong plug on the wall outlet oven is fully inserted into wall outlet Door not securely closed Open the door and close securely Control panel Door not securely closed Open the door and close securely lighted yet oven will AR T PAUSE button not Press START PAUSE not start pressed after entering cooking selection Another selection entered Press CANCEL OFF already in oven and CANCEL OFF button not pressed to cancel it Cooking time not entered Make sure you have entered cooking after pressing COOK TIME time after pressing COOK TIME CANCEL OFF was pressed Reset cooking program and press accidentally START PAUSE CONTROL LOCKED The control has been locked Press and hold CANCEL OF
19. ck way to set cooking time for 1 6 minutes Press one of the Express Cook pads from 1 6 for 1 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10 For example press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time The power level can be changed as time is counting down Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1 10 NOTE Express Cook function pertains to pads 1 6 only Add 30 Sec This will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed Each touch will add 30 seconds up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds Add 30 sec can also be used like an express 30 seconds button The microwave oven will start immediately when pressed 11 About the defrost features Weight Defrost Use Weight Defrost for meat poultry and fish Weight Time Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods Time Defrost is explained on page 13 Express Cook Press DEFROST once for Weight Defrost 1 2 3 Enter the weight in pounds Press START 4 5 6 Cooking will start when the countdown J begins in the display 7 8 9 Defrosting Tips W Remove meat from package and place on 0 microwave safe dish W When the oven signals turn the food over Remove defrosted meat or shield warm Start areas with small pieces of foil Pause W After defrosting most meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting Large roasts should stand for about 30 minutes Conversion Guide If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces the o
20. een Enter cooking time and press START Press Cook Time button Enter your cooking time Press Power Level button Enter new power level by using the number pads or press the Power Level button multiple times until you find the level you want b After you have selected the power level wait five seconds The display will go back to the Cook Time Enter Time screen 8 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 certain percent of the time Power level 7 is microwave energy 70 of the time Power level 3 is energy 30 of the time Most cooking will be done on High power level 10 which gives you 100 power Power level 10 will cook faster but food may need more frequent stirring rotating or turning over A lower setting will cook more evenly and need less stirring or rotating of the food Some foods may have better flavor texture or appearance if one of the lower settings is used Use a lower power level when cooking foods that have a tendency to boil over such as scalloped potatoes and some casseroles 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 t
21. 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 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 Cook meat and poultry thoroughly meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160 F 71 C and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180 F 82 C Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5 W f you are not sure if IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING MICROWAVE SAFE COOKWARE Do not operate the oven in the microwave mode without the turntable and the turntable support seated and in place The turntable must be unrestricted so it can rotate Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving Most glass casseroles cooking dishes measuring cups custard cups pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or
22. g Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria For more even defrosting of larger foods such as roasts use Time Defrost Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking W 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 13 About the defrost features Defrosting Guide FOOD TIME COMMENTS Bread Cakes Bread buns or rolls 1 piece Sweet rolls approx 12 oz 340g 1 4 min 2 to 4 min Rearrange after half the time Fish and Seafood Fillets Frozen 1 16 454 6to 9 min Fruit Plastic Pouch 1 or 2 10 02 284 g package Meat Bacon 1 16 454 Franks 1 16 454 g Ground meat 1 b 454 g Roast beef lamb veal pork Steaks chops and cutlets Poultry Chicken broiler fryer cut up 2 to 3 Ibs 1 1 to 1 4 kg Chicken whole 2 to 3 lbs 1 1 to 1 4 kg Ground meat 1 10 454 Turkey breast 4 to 6 165 1 8 to 2 7 kg 4 to 6 min 9 to 13 min per Ib 454 g 4 to 8 min per Ib 454 g 14 to 20 min 20 to 25 min 7 to 13 min per Ib 454 g 3 to 8 min per Ib 454 g pes fo Place unopened package in oven Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting Place unopened package in oven Microwave just until franks can be separated Let stand 5 minutes if necessary to complete defrosting Turn meat over after first half of time Use
23. glaze with a metallic sheen can be used Some cookware is labeled suitable for microwaving 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 240 mL 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 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 microwaving make sure it is 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 How to test for a microwave safe dish W Some foam 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 Do not use your microwave oven to dry newspapers Not all p
24. he food would cook before the inside was defrosted Here are some examples of uses for various power levels High 10 100 Fish bacon vegetables boiling liquids Med High 7 70 Gentle cooking of meat and poultry baking casseroles and reheating Medium 5 5096 Slow cooking and tenderizing for stews and less tender cuts of meat Low 2 3 20 or 30 Defrosting simmering delicate sauces Warm 1 1096 Keeping food warm softening butter NOTE You can also change the power level during many cooking modes by pressing the power level button entering a valid power level 17 About the other features Set Clock nn cr et Pause Cancel Off Cancel Off Surface Light 18 Clock To change the time of day Press the Set Clock button The microwave should not be running Enter the appropriate time of day Clock is on a 12 hour scale Press Set Clock or Start to accept the time Start Pause In addition to starting many functions START PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display and resume cooking later Cancel Off Press the CANCEL OFF button to stop and cancel cooking at any time Control Lock Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the oven from being accidentally started during Cleaning or being used by children To lock or unlock the controls press and hold the CANCEL OFF button for three seconds When the contr
25. he magnetron and can shorten the life of the oven W 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 Liquids such as water coffee or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID To reduce the risk of injury to persons Do not overheat the liquid Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it Do not use straight sided containers with narrow necks After heating allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container WARNING 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
26. hen used by children Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation Do not mount this appliance over a sink Do not let the cord hang over edge of counter Do not use paper products in oven when appliance is operated in any cooking mode except microwave only SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING ARCING If you see arcing press the CANCEL OFF button and correct the problem Arcing is the microwave term for W Metal such as twist ties poultry sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by pins or gold rimmed dishes in the W Metal or foil touching the side of the oven W Recycled paper towels containing mall metal pieces bei ed in W Turntable ring support not installed 2 S cM EE M the microwave correctly Foil not molded to food upturned edges act like antennas SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GEAppliances ca FOOD 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 W 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 W 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 t
27. icrowave energy It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces Read all instructions before using this appliance When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed including the following Read and follow the specific precautions in the 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 7 This microwave oven is cUL listed for installation over both gas less than 60 000BTU and electric ranges This over the range oven is designed for use over ranges no wider than 36 91 4 cm It may be installed over both gas and electric cooking equipment 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 The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel W 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 If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by General Electric Service or an authorized
28. immed 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 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 micro wave cooking Note that a microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack Venting After covering a dish with plastic wrap vent the plastic wrap by turning back one Corner so excess steam can escape 16 About the Power Level features GEAppliances ca Power Level Express Cook 2 3 AT a Changing the Power Level The power level may be entered or changed before or during cooking Power Level is set for Level 10 High unless it is changed Press Power Level button Enter new power level by using the number pads or press the Power Level button multiple times until you find the level you want After you have selected the power level wait five seconds The display will go back to the Cook Time scr
29. in succession on the same food portion it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food 15 About the convenience features Press the Beverage button up to four times to Beverage choose the correct selection Use the Beverage feature to heat various Press once for a 4 ounce 114 mL beverage amounts of liquids measured in ounces Place Press twice for a 8 ounce 227 mL beverage the liquid into the microwave oven Press three times for a 12 ounce 341 mL beverage 4 oz 114 mU Press four times for a 16 ounce 455 mL beverage 8 02 227 __1 cup Press START 12 02 341 mL 1 1 2 cups Cooking will start when the countdown begins in the display 16 oz 455 Press the Potato button up to four times to Potato choose the correct selection Press once for 1 item Potato Press twice for 2 items To use the Potato feature Press three times for 3 items Place the potatoles into the oven Press four times for 4 items Press START Cooking will start when the countdown begins in the display NOTE Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion It may result in severely overcooked or burnt food Microwave terms Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by metal or foil touching the side of the oven foil that is not molded to food upturned edges act like antennas metal such as twist ties poultry pins gold r
30. lastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens Check the package for proper use Paper towels waxed paper and plastic wrap can be used to cover dishes in order to retain moisture and prevent spattering while microwaving Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape W Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware When microwaving boilable cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags they 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 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GEAppliances ca W Use foil only as directed in this manual When using foil in the microwave oven keep the foil at least 1 2 5 cm away from the sides of the oven W 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 WARNING
31. ol panel is locked LOCKED will be displayed briefly anytime a button or dial is pressed L will show in the display Surface Light Press SURFACE LIGHT once for bright light twice for the night light or a third time to turn the light off GEAppliances ca Timer On Off NOTE The Timer indicator will be lit while the timer is operating Timer The Timer operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time even when the oven is operating Display Press the Timer button Enter a time Press the Timer or Start button to start To cancel press the Timer button or Cancel button NOTE If you press the Cancel button to cancel the timer and you are cooking at the same time it will cancel your cooking selection also When time is up the oven will signal To turn off the timer signal press Timer or Cancel If you have the Timer counting down and you using the Cook Time at the same time you can change the display to show either the timer or the cook time countdown If the display shows the time for the Timer and you would like to view the Cook Time press the COOK TIME button If the display shows the time for the Cook Time and you would like to view the Timer press the TIMER button 19 About the other features Turntable Vent Fan Insert Food Reminder A reminder will show on the display if the user tries to start the cooking cycle without placing food inside the microwave
32. ooking features of your microwave oven Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model Convenience Cooking Popcorn Beverage Potato Defrost Cook 2 Reheat Time Timer Express Cook On off Add 1 2 30 5 4 5 Turntable Surface 7 8 9 JUS Power f Vent Level Clock Fan Cancel Start off Pause Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin Time Features Press Enter COOK TIME Amount of cooking time DEFROST Weight or time TIMER POWER LEVEL Power level 1 to 10 ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately Convenience Features Press Enter POPCORN Press pad to select serving size REHEAT Press pad to select food BEVERAGE Press pad to select serving size POTATO Press pad to select serving size 10 A bout the time features GEAppliances ca Cook Time Express Cook Ia Add 30 Sec Cook Time Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds Power level 10 HIGH is automatically set but you may change it for more flexibility Press Cook Time Enter cooking time Press START Cooking will start when the countdown begins in the display You may open the door during Cook Time to check the food Close the door and press START to resume cooking Express Cook This is a qui
33. s servings of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers Place the cup of liquid or covered food in the oven Press the REHEAT button up to six times to choose the correct selection Press once for a pizza Press twice for vegetables Press three times for a plate of leftovers Press four times for soup Press five times for meat Press six times for pasta Press the reheat pad again after food type has been entered in order to select quantity Press START Cooking will start when the countdown begins in the display If food is undercooked after the countdown use Cook Time for additional cooking time We recommend 30 seconds and watch carefully Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 2 0 to 3 0 ounces 57 to 85 g NOTE Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food After removing food from the oven stir if possible to even out the temperature Reheated foods may have wide variations in temperature Some areas of food may be extremely hot If food is not hot enough after the countdown use Cook Time for additional reheating time Some Foods Not Recommended for Use With Reheat It is best to use Cook Time 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 NOTE Do not use this feature twice
34. service agent using a power cord available from General Electric Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions Do not clean with metal scouring pads Pieces can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving risk of electric shock SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GEAppliances ca Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity Do not overcook food Carefully attend appliance when 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 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 If materials inside the oven 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 Do not use the oven to dry newspaper Thermometer Do not use regular cooking or oven thermometers when cooking by microwave The metal and mercury in these thermometers could cause arcing and possible damage to the oven Do not use
35. t the main fuse or circuit breaker or pull the plug Remove the top grille by removing the two screws that hold it in place You may need to open the cabinet doors to remove the screws Press back on the top of the filter with both hands until the filter lays down almost horizontal Lift the filter at the bottom until it comes free of the tabs Slide the filter down and out GEAppliances ca Grooves in To Install the Charcoal Filter tor 4 To install a new charcoal filter remove plastic ilter on Each Side Filter dashed to show and other outer wrapping from the new filter details of groves Insert the top of the filter up and into the grooves on both sides of the inside of the top opening Once you have cleared the bottom tab push the bottom of the filter in until it rests in place behind the tab Before you call for service Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven Moisture on the oven door and walls while TV radio interference might be noticed while cooking Wipe the moisture off with a paper using the microwave Similar towel or soft cloth 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 Moisture between the oven door panels when cooking certain foods Moisture should dissipate shortly after cooking is finished radio or TV as far away from the microwave as possi
36. unces must be converted to tenths 1 of a pound cues Pounds 5 5 Passes 3 Note Max 6 0 Ibs 2 7 kg 12 Defrost Weight Time Express Cook SIE 4 7 8 m3 GEAppliances ca Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time See the Defrosting Guide on page 14 for suggested times Weight Defrost is explained on page 12 Press DEFROST twice for Time Defrost Enter defrosting time in minutes and seconds Press START Cooking will start when the countdown begins in the display 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 Noises may be heard during defrosting This is normal when oven is not operating at High power Defrosting Tips Wi Foods frozen in paper or plastic 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 Family size prepackaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and microwaved If the food is in a foil container transfer it to a microwave safe dish Foods that spoil easily should not be allowed to sit out for more than one hour after defrostin
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