GE JVM1630 Microwave Oven
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1. Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth Rinse and then dry Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth Control Panel and Door Clean off the grease and Wipe with a damp cloth dust on the bottom often Dry thoroughly Do not use Use a solution of warm cleaning sprays large water and detergent 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 Seal It s important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave Use only mild nonabrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth Rinse well Light Bulb Replacement i Cooktop Light Light Replace the burned out bulb with a 40 watt incandescent bulb WB36X10003 available from your GE supplier 1 To replace the bulb s first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug 2 Remove the screw at the front of the light cover and lower the cover Remove screw 3 Be sure the bulb s to be replaced are cool before removing After breaking the adhesive seal remove the bulb by gently turning Replace with the same size and type bulb 4 Raise the light shield and replace the screw Connect electrical power to the oven Replace the burned out bulb with a 30 watt incandescent bulb WB36X10198 available from your GE supplier 1 To replace the ove2. Even if the container is opened excessive steam can build up and cause it to burst or overflow e 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 and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180 F Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness H IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING MICROWAVE SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving Most glass casseroles cooking dishes measuring cups custard cups pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used Some cookware is labeled suitable for microwaving How to test for a microwave safe dish e 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 meas
3. and other giblets and egg yolks should be pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking r SAFETY FACT SUPERHEATED WATER Microwaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they reach the boiling point They can actually get superheated and not bubble at all Superheated liquid will bubble up out of the cup when it is moved or when something like a spoon or tea bag is put into it To prevent this from happening and causing injury do not heat any liquid for more than 2 minutes per cup After heating let the cup stand in the microwave for 30 seconds before moving it or putting anything into it e 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 or breast milk The container may feel cooler than the milk really is Always test the milk before feeding the baby 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
4. 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 A high setting 10 will cook faster but food may need more frequent stirring rotating or turning over Most cooking will be done on High power level 10 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 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 micro wave 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 Power Level Best Uses High 10 Fish bacon vegetables boiling liquids Med High 7 Gentle cooking of meat and poultry baking casseroles and reheating Medium5 Slow cooking and tenderiz ing such as stews and less tender cuts of meat Low 3 Defrosting without cooking simmering delicate sauces Warm 1 Keeping food warm without overcooking softening butter Time Features a TIME COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPR
5. iately 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 z e Use foil only as directed in this manual TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than 3 4 high remove the top foil cover and return the tray to the box When using foil in the microwave oven keep the foil at least 1 away from the sides of the oven 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 e Clean the underside of the microwave often Do not allow grease to build up on the microwave or the fan filters e Plastic cookware Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful but should be used carefully Even microwave safe plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of overcooking In longer exposures to over cooking the food and cookware could ignite 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 co
6. the filter up and into the grooves on the inside of the top opening 2 Push the bottom of the filter in until it snaps into place behind the locking tabs If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service Problem Possible Cause What to Do Oven will not A fuse in your home Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Start may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Power surge e Unplug the microwave oven then plug it back in Plug not fully inserted e Make sure the 3 prong plug on the into wall outlet oven is fully inserted into wall outlet Floor of the oven is The cooktop light is e This is normal warm even when located below the oven the oven has not floor When the light been used is on the heat it produces may make the oven floor get warm LOCKED appears The control has been Press and hold CLEAR OFF for on display locked about 3 seconds to unlock the control You hear an You have tried to start e Start over and enter a valid time unusual low tone the Reminder without of day beep a valid time of day You have tried to change Many of the oven s features are preset the power level when it and cannot be changed is not allowed 34 Things That Are Normal Steam or vapor escaping from around the door e Light reflection around door or outer case e Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other than high e Dull thumpi
7. to delay START cooking up to 24 hours 1 Press DELAY START 8 EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK 2 Enter the time you EXPRESS COOK ES EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK s want the oven to start Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct 8 0 time of day 3 Select AM or PM DISPLAY ON oFI AM PM H SCROLL SPEED PAUSE To redisplay the clock repeat 4 Select any combination of Defrost Auto Time or Time Cook I amp II 5 Press START The Delay Start time will be displayed plus DS The oven will automatically start at the delayed time The time of day may be displayed by pressing CLOCK N Operating Instructions Other Features TIMER ao EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Start Pause Reminder EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK a l ES 0 DISPLAY ON OFF AM PM SCROLL SPEED Timer On Off operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time even when the oven is operating 1 Press TIMER ON OFF 2 Enter time you want to count down 3 Press TIMER ON OFF to start In addition to starting many functions START PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the
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9. 12 13 8 14 15 09 e Remove meat from package and place on microwave safe dish e Twice during defrost the oven signals TURN At each TURN signal turn the food over Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil e After defrosting most meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting Large roasts should stand for about 30 minutes 23 N Operating Instructions Other Features 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 CLEAR OFF CEE Press to enter the time of 1 Press CLOCK CLOCK day or to check the time of 2 Enter time of day day while microwaving le 3 Select AM or PM 4 Press START or CLOCK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EZ EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK ES 8 0 DISPLAY ON oF AM PM th SCROLL SPEED PAUSE 24 Scroll Speed The scroll speed of the display can be changed Press and hold the AM PM pad about 3 seconds to bring up the display Select 1 5 for slow to fast scroll speed AM PM SCROLL SPEED Display On Off To turn the clock display off press and hold 0 for about three seconds g DISPLAY ON OFF Delay Start Delay Start allows you to set DELAY the microwave
10. 5 1000 Watts Models JVM1630 JVM1631 SpacemakerXL Microwave Oven Owner s Manual Important Safety Information Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Special Notes About Microwaving 6 Operating Instructions Features of Your Microwave 11 The Controls on Your Microwave 12 Time Cooking 15 Automatic Cooking 21 Other Features 24 Helpful Information Care and Cleaning 29 If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service 34 GE Service Numbers 38 Warranty Back Cover GE Appliances IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING FOR YOUR SAFETY A PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy 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 Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the 1 door bent 2 hinges and latches broken or loose
11. DD 30 SEC Starts immediately GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you begin check the guide located e Cooking on the inside front of the oven when you Time Defrost open the door GUIDES IN BOOK Reheat POPCORN BEVERAGE DEFROST REHEAT AUTO TIME A Convenience Features Press POPCORN Press once Press twice Press 3 times BEVERAGE REHEAT DEFROST AUTO TIME Press once Enter Option Starts immediately more less time 3 5 oz 3 0 oz 1 75 oz Starts immediately Food type 1 6 Food weight 1 3 servings 1 3 servings 13 N Operating Instructions Changing Power Levels POWER LEVEL EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK How to Change the Power Level The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for TIME COOK TIME DEFROST or EXPRESS COOK The power level may also be changed during time countdown 1 Press TIME COOK or select Time Defrost 2 Enter cooking or defrosting time 3 Press POWER LEVEL 4 Select desired power level 1 10 5 Press START 14 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 High power level 10 or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100 power Each power level gives you microwave energy
12. ESS COOK EXPRESS COOK 7 8 EXPRESS COOK ER 0 DISPLAY ON OFF PAUSE 1 Press TIME COOK 2 Enter cooking time 3 Change power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level 1 10 4 Press START Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds Power level 10 High is automatically set but you may change it for more flexibility You may open the door during Time Cook to check the food Close the door and press START to resume cooking Time Cook II Lets you change power levels automatically during cooking Here s how to do it 1 Press TIME COOK 2 Enter the first cook time 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 5 Enter the second cook time 6 Change the power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a power level 1 10 7 Press START At the end of Time Cook I Time Cook II counts down 15 N Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook I amp I NOTE Use power level High 10 unless otherwise noted Vegetable Asparagus fresh spears frozen spears Beans fresh green frozen green frozen lima Beets fresh whole Broccoli fresh cut fresh spears frozen chopped frozen spears Cabbage fresh wedg
13. T Press Guide below number pad 2 or 3 Comments Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap Works best with wide mouth mug do not cover Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap Cover with vented plastic wrap Auto Defrost DEFROST AUTO TIME EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK DISPLAY ON OFF 1 Press DEFROST AUTO TIME once 2 Using the Conversion Guide at right enter food weight For example press pads 1 and 2 for 1 2 pounds 1 pound 3 ounces 3 Press START Time Defrost is explained in the Time Features section The Defrost Auto Time feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods Press DEFROST AUTO TIME once for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat poultry and fish Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats poultry and fish weighing up to six pounds There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the oven Conversion Guide If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces the ounces must be converted to tenths 1 of a pound Weight of Enter Food Food in Weight Ounces tenths of a pound 1 2 1 3 2 4 5 3 6 7 A 8 5 9 10 6 11 off
14. al Light brushing can be used to remove embedded dirt Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter For this reason the filters must ALWAYS be in place when the hood is used The grease filters should be cleaned once a month or as needed Rinse shake and let it dry before replacing To replace slide the filter in the frame slot on the back of the opening Pull up and to the front to lock into place Charcoal Filter on some models If the model is not vented The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned It must be replaced Order Part No WB02X10943 from your GE supplier to the outside the air will be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that helps remove smoke and odors The charcoal filter should be replaced when it is noticeably dirty or discolored usually after 6 to 12 months depending on hood usage To Remove Charcoal Filter To remove the charcoal d filter disconnect power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug Remove 2 grille screws to remove the grille Remove the top grille by removing the 2 screws that hold it in place Pull the filter at the bottom until it comes free of the locking tabs Slide the filter down and out To Install Charcoal Filter To install a new filter remove plastic and other outer wrapping from the new filter 1 Insert the top of
15. ay find that you from too much heat rising cannot turn it off The fan from the cooktop below it will automatically turn off It automatically turns on if when the internal parts are it senses too much heat cool It may stay on for 30 minutes or more after the cooktop and microwave controls are turned off Surface Light Press to turn the surface light on or off SURFACE LIGHT ON OFF Term Arcing Covering Shielding Standing Time Venting 28 Helpful Information Microwave Terms Definition Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by e metal or foil touching the side of the oven e foil that is not molded to food upturned edges act like antennas e metal such as twist ties poultry pins gold rimmed dishes e recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces Covers hold in moisture allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape In a regular oven you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent 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 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 no
16. cers during normal working hours Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 What Is Not Covered Is Not Covered e Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product e Improper installation delivery or maintenance If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical exhausting and other connecting facilities e Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers e Failure of the product if it is misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially e Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God e Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance Damage caused after delivery Attorney General Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you 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 in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 164D3370P248 49 40313 01 03 JR Printed in Korea JVM1630 JVM1631
17. d electri cian or service technician if the grounding instructions are not completely under stood or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded 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 circum stances 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 If the power cord is too short have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet 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 Optional Kits Kits Filler Panel Kits JX48WH White JX48BL Black JX48CT Bisque When replacing a 36 range hood filler panel kits fill in the additional width to provide a custom built in appearance 10 For installation between cabinets only not for end of cabinet installation Each kit contains two 3 wide filler panels Filter Kits JX81D Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be vented to the outside Decorative Panel Kit JX22SS Stainless Steel When replacing a Hi Low range the decorative panel kit fills in the area between the microwave and
18. door or clearing the display The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock and can be used at any time even when the oven is operating The Reminder time can be set up to 24 hours later 1 Press REMINDER 2 Enter the time you want the oven to remind you Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day When time is up the oven will signal To turn off the timer signal press TIMER ON OFF NOTE The timer indicator will be lit while the timer is operating 3 Select AM or PM 4 Press REMINDER When Reminder signal occurs press REMINDER to turn it off The Reminder time may be displayed by pressing REMINDER NOTE The REM indicator will remain lit to show that the Reminder is set To clear the Reminder before it occurs press REMINDER then 0 The REM indicator will no longer be lit Child Lock Out You may lock the control To lock or unlock the panel to prevent the controls press and hold microwave from being CLEAR OFF for about accidentally started or used three seconds When the by children control panel is locked an L will be displayed to the extreme right The vent fan removes Press VENT FAN once for steam and other vapors high fan speed twice for VENT FAN from surface cooking low fan speed or a third time to turn the fan off HI LO OFF Automatic Fan An automatic fan feature If you have turned the fan protects the microwave on you m
19. ended 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 y e Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance e Do not store this appliance outdoors Do not use this product near water for example in a wet basement near a swimming pool or near a sink Keep power cord away from heated surfaces e Do not immerse power cord or plug in water e To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity Do not overcook food Carefully attend appliance if paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven while cooking Remove wire twist ties and metal handles from paper or plastic con tainers before placing them in the oven Do not use the oven for storage purposes Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use If materials inside oven should ignite keep the oven door closed turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel If the door is opened the fire may spread e See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and Cleaning section s of this manual e This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or ad
20. es Carrots fresh sliced frozen Cauliflower flowerets fresh whole frozen 16 Amount 1 lb 10 0z package 1 Ib cut in half 10 0z package 10 0z package 1 bunch 1 bunch 1 to 1 lbs 1 bunch 1 to 1 lbs 10 0z package 10 0z package 1 medium head about 2 Ibs 1 1b 10 0z package 1 medium head 1 medium head 10 0z package Time 6 to 9 min Med High 7 5 to 7 min 9 to 11 min 6 to 8 min 6 to 8 min Comments In 1 qt oblong glass baking dish place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole In 1 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water 17 to 21 min In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water 7 to 10 min 9 to 13 min 5 to 7 min 5 to 7 min 8 to 11 min 7 to 10 min 7 to 9 min 5 to 7 min 9 to 14 min 10 to 17 min 5 to 7 min In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole In 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water In 1 or 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 2 or 3 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water 3 Vege
21. f toll free customer service numbers is included in the back of this manual A WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING To reduce the risk of fire burns electric shock injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following sections SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use e Read and follow the specific Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy on page 2 e This appliance must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded outlet See Grounding Instructions section on page 10 e Do not mount this appliance over a sink e Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions This over the range oven was designed for use over ranges no wider than 36 It may be installed over both gas and electric cooking equipment e Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by General Electric Service or an authorized service agent using a power cord available from General Electric Use this appliance only for its int
22. ind that the brand of popcorn you use underpops or overcooks consistently you can add or subtract 20 30 seconds to the automatic popping time To add time After pressing POPCORN press 9 immediately after the oven starts for an extra 20 seconds Press 9 again to add another 10 seconds total 30 seconds additional time To subtract time After pressing POPCORN press 1 immediately after the oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time Press 1 again to reduce cooking time another 10 seconds total 30 seconds less time Beverage BEVERAGE The Beverage feature heats 1 to 3 servings of any beverage Press BEVERAGE The oven starts immediately The serving size is automatically set at 1 but can be changed by pressing 2 or 3 right after pressing BEVERAGE Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot Remove the container with care 21 N Operating Instructions Convenience Features Reheat EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Reheat Guide Food Type 1 Pasta 2 Meats casseroles pizza 3 Fruits and vegetables 4 Beverages 8 10 oz 5 Sauces and gravies 6 Plate of leftovers 2 to 3 foods 4 oz each The Reheat feature reheats 3 Press 2 or 3 to reheat 2 or l to 3 servings of many 3 servings previously cooked foods 1 Press REHEAT 4 Press START NOTE The serving size may 2 Select food type 1 6 for be changed or added after one serving see Reheat pressing STAR
23. justment e As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS H IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING If you see arcing press the CLEAR OFF pad and correct the problem Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by e Metal or foil touching the side of the oven Foil not molded to food upturned edges act like antennas 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 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 Do not boil eggs ina microwave oven Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst possibly resulting in injury e 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 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
24. me turn over and shield warm areas with foil Finish defrosting Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting 19 N Operating Instructions Time Features Express Cook Cook This is a quick way to set The power level can be cooking time for 1 6 minutes changed as time is EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK counting down Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1 10 Press one of the Express Cook pads from 1 to 6 for 1 to 6 minutes of EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK cooking at power level 10 For example press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time Add 30 Seconds _ 30 Seconds You can use this feature two ways ADD 30 SEC e It will add 30 seconds to It can be used as a quick the time counting down way to set 30 seconds of each time the pad is cooking time pressed 20 Convenience Features Eg Popcom si ES EB less time more time Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1 75 to 3 5 ounces How to Use the Popcorn Feature 1 Follow package instruc tions using Time Cook if the package is less than 1 75 ounces or larger than 3 5 ounces Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave 2 Press POPCORN The oven starts immediately Tap POPCORN to select the bag size you are cooking How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time If you f
25. n light first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug 2 Remove the top grille by taking out the 2 screws that hold it in place b Screws v 3 Remove the charcoal filter if present to access the light cover see Remove Charcoal Filter section 4 Remove the light cover located near the center of the oven that holds the bulb Remove the bulb by gently turning Replace with the same size and type bulb Light cover Il ie __ 5 Replace the light cover and charcoal filter if present 6 Replace the grille and screws Connect electrical power to the oven 31 a Helpful Information The Exhaust Feature me Charcoal Filter on some models Reusable Grease Filters on all models Reusable Grease Filters Removing and Cleaning the Filter 32 The vent fan has 2 metal reusable grease filters The metal filters trap grease released by foods on the cooktop They also prevent flames from foods on the cooktop from damaging the inside of the microwave To remove slide it to the rear using the tab Pull it down and out To clean the grease filter soak it and then swish it around in hot water and detergent Don t use ammonia or ammonia products because they will darken the met
26. ned 3 door seals and sealing surfaces The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel ls Welcome to the GE family We re proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service You ll see it in this easy to use manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our consumer service department Best of all you ll experience these values each time you use your microwave That s important because your new microwave will be part of your family for a long time Start Here Before using your Microwave Write down the model and serial numbers here They are on a label inside the oven Model number Serial number Date of purchase Staple your receipt to the inside back cover of this manual You will need it to obtain service under warranty Need Help Help Help us help you Before you call for service there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better Read this manual It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your microwave properly If you received a damaged oven immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the oven Save time and money Check the section titled If Something Goes Wrong before calling This section helps you solve common problems that might occur If you do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list o
27. ng sound while oven is operating e TV radio interference might be noticed while using the microwave Similar to the interference caused by other small appliances it does not indicate a problem with the microwave Plug the microwave into a different electrical circuit move the radio or TV as far away from the microwave as possible or check the position and signal of the TV radio antenna 35 36 Notes Notes 37 GE Service Numbers yp We ll Be There A GE Appliances Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day any day of the year Website www GEAppliances com Schedule Service Expert GE repair service is only one step away from www GEAppliances com your door Get on line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Real Life GE supports the Universal Design concept products services and environments that can be used by people of all ages sizes and capabilities We recognize the need to design fora wide range of physical and mental abilities and Design Studio www GEAppliances com 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals order parts catalogs or even schedule service on line You can also Ask Our Team of Experts your questions and so much more Or call 80
28. o 3 lbs Chicken whole 2 to 3 lbs Cornish hen Turkey breast 4 to 6 lbs Time 1 min 3 to 5 min 6 to 8 min 5 to 7 min 3 to 6 min 2 to 5 min 2 to 5 min 5 to 7 min 12 to 16 min per lb 5 to 7 min per lb 15 to 19 min 17 to 21 min 7 to 13 min per lb 5 to 9 min per lb Comments Place block in casserole Turn over and break up after half the time Place unopened package in oven Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting Place unopened package in oven Microwave just until franks can be separated Let stand 5 minutes if necessary to complete defrosting Turn meat over after half the time Use power level 1 Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish Turn over after half the time and shield warm areas with foil When finished separate pieces and let stand to complete defrosting Place wrapped chicken in dish Unwrap and turn over after half the time When finished separate pieces and microwave 2 to 4 minutes more if necessary Let stand to finish defrosting Place wrapped chicken in dish After half the time unwrap and turn chicken over Shield warm areas with foil Finish defrosting If necessary run cold water in the cavity until giblets can be removed Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast side up Turn over after half the time Run cool water in the cavity until giblets can be removed Place unwrapped breast in dish breast side down After half the ti
29. okie sheet or a flat tray Use care when cleaning the vent fan filters Corrosive cleaning agents such as lye based oven cleaners may damage the filters Follow these guidelines 1 Use microwave safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer s recommendations 2 Do not microwave empty containers 3 Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision When preparing flaming foods under the microwave turn the fan on Never leave surface units beneath your microwave oven unattended at high heat settings 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 H IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS OPTIONAL KITS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Ensure proper ground exists before use A 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 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 qualifie
30. ompt service under the terms of your warranty should the need arise You may also mail in the pre printed registration card included in the packing material 39 MICROWAVE OVEN WARRANTY Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty What Is Covered Is Covered FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase we will provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the microwave oven that fails because of a manufacturing defect LIMITED ADDITIONAL NINE YEAR WARRANTY For the second through the tenth year from the date of original purchase we will provide free of charge a replacement magnetron tube if the magnetron tube fails because of a manufacturing defect You pay for the service trip to your home and service labor charges PES AS 248 2S BS ig 2g EEE E E E E E E E E E E E E 2k E os E k k k k k k k k k This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s travel costs to your home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servi
31. shed spinach In 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish place squash cut side down Turn cut side up after 4 minutes 17 N Operating Instructions Time Features Time Defrost Defrost DEFROST AUTO TIME EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK 7JL 0 DISPLAY ON OFF EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EE 1 Press DEFROST AUTO TIME twice 2 Enter defrosting time 3 Press START 4 Turn food over when the oven signals 5 Press START Auto Defrost explained in the section on Convenience Features 18 Allows you to defrost for the length of time you select See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times Power level 3 is automati cally set but you may change this for more flexibility You may defrost small items more quickly by raising the power level after entering the time However they will need more frequent attention than usual Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in about half power level 10 cuts the total time to approxi mately 1 3 Rotate or stir food frequently At one half of selected defrosting time the oven signals TURN At this time turn food over and break apart or rearrange pieces for more even defrosting Shield any warm areas with small pieces of foil A dull th
32. t placed on a cooling rack After covering a dish with plastic wrap you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape Care and Cleaning i How to Clean the Inside An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh 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 NOTE Be certain the power is off before cleaning any part of this oven 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 29 i Helpful Information Care and Cleaning How to Clean the Outside We recommend against 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 30 Case Bottom
33. table Corn frozen kernel Corn on the cob fresh frozen Mixed vegetables frozen Peas fresh shelled frozen Potatoes fresh cubed white fresh whole sweet or white Spinach fresh frozen chopped and leaf Squash fresh summer and yellow winter acorn butternut Amount 10 0z package 1 to 5 ears 1 ear 2 to 6 ears 10 0z package 2 Ibs unshelled 10 0z package 4 potatoes 6 to 8 oz each 1 6 to 8 oz 10 to 16 oz 10 0z package 1 Ib sliced 1 to 2 squash about 1 Ib each Time 5 to 7 min 3 to 4 min per ear 5 to 6 min 3 to 4 min per ear 5 to 7 min 9 to 12 min 5 to 7 min 9 to 12 min 3 to 4 min 5 to 7 min 5 to 7 min 5 to 7 min 8 to 11 min Comments In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish place corn If corn is in husk use no water if corn has been husked add 1 4 cup water Rearrange after half of time Place in 2 qt oblong glass baking dish Cover with vented plastic wrap Rearrange after half of time In 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes Place in 2 qt casserole with 1 2 cup water Stir after half of time Pierce with cooking fork Place in center of the oven Let stand 5 minutes In 2 qt casserole place wa
34. the range left by the Hi Low model Available at extra cost from your GE supplier Operating Instructions Features of Your Microwave Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model ee 1000 Watts 1 Door Handle Pull to 3 Window with Metal 6 Grease Filters open the door The door must be securely latched for the microwave to operate Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined 7 Removable Turntable Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven The in the oven 2 Door Latches turntable may be 4 Touch Control Panel removed for cleaning 5 Cooktop Lights 8 Convenience Guide NOTE Rating plate oven vent s and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven 11 P Ouick Ste The Controls on Your Microwave Oven Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model You can microwave by time or with the convenience TIME COOK features DEFROST AUTO TIME oan Es EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK ji jei POWER LEVEL ADD 30 SEC A Time Features Time Cooking Press Enter TIME COOK amp II Press once or twice Amount of cooking time DEFROST AUTO TIME Press twice Amount of defrosting time EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately POWER LEVEL Power level 1 10 A
35. umping noise may be heard during defrosting This sound is normal when the oven is not operating at High power Defrosting Tips e Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the package Tightly closed packages should be slit pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted Plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered Family size prepackaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and micro waved If the food is ina foil container transfer it to a microwave safe dish Foods that spoil easily such as milk eggs fish stuffings poultry and pork 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 beef lamb and veal 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 Defrosting Guide d Food Breads Cakes Bread buns or rolls 1 piece Sweet rolls approx 12 oz Fish and Seafood Fillets frozen 1 1b Shellfish small pieces 1 1b Fruit Plastic pouch 1 to 2 10 oz package Meat Bacon 1 1b Franks 1 1b Ground meat 1 1b Roast beef lamb veal pork Steaks chops and cutlets Poultry Chicken broiler fryer cut up 21 2 t
36. uring cup filled with 1 cup of water set the measuring cup either in or next to the dish Microwave 30 45 seconds at high If the dish heats it should not be used for microwaving If the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup heats then the dish is microwave safe If you use a meat ther mometer while cooking 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 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 Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in micro wave ovens Check the package for proper use e 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 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 immed
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