GE JVM1190SS Microwave Oven
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1. 1or2 3 to 6 min 10 oz package Meat Bacon 11b 3to 5 min Place unopened package in oven Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting Franks 1 Ib 3to5min Place unopened package in oven Microwave just until franks can be separated Let stand 5 minutes if necessary to complete defrosting Ground meat 1 b 5to 7min Turn meat over after half the time Roast beef lamb veal pork 12 to 16 min Use power level 1 per lb ral Steaks chops and cutlets 6 to Smin Place unwrapped meat in cooking per b dish Turn over after half the time and shield warm areas with foil When finished separate pieces and i let stand to complete defrosting Poultry hi Chicken broiler fryer 16 to 20 min Place vrapped chicken in dish Unvrap si cutup 27 to 3 Ibs 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 Chicken whole 18 to 22 min Place wrapped chicken in dish After half 2 to 3 Ibs 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 Cornish hen 8tol4min Place unwrapped hen in the oven per b breast side up Turn over after half the time Run cool vater in the cavity until giblets can be removed Turkey breast 4 to 6 Ibs 6 to 10 min Place unvrapped breastin dish breast per b side down After half the time turn o2. Microwave Oven GE Appliances J VM 1190 Part No 164D3370P063 1 Pub No 49 40063 1 6 98 CG IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE Safety Inforrreation MICROWAVE ENERGY Do Not Attempt to operate Do Not Operate the oven if it this oven with the door open is damaged It is particularly J since open door operation important that the oven can result in harmful door close properly and that exposure to microwave there is no damage to the energy It is important not 1 door bent to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks hinges and latches Do Not Place any object broken or loosened between the oven front face 3 door seals and sealing and the door or allow soil surfaces oa The Oven Should Not be accumulate on sealing adjusted or repaired by surfaces anyone except properly qualified service personnel SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges This microwave oven is not approved or tested for Troubleshooting Tips
3. phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included in the back section Or you can always call the GE Answer Center at 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week Safety Information Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Safety Precautions 7 AAO 4 50000704V een cee 4 5 M icrowave Safe Cookware 6 7 The Vent Fan 8 Grounding Instructions 9 Operating Instructions Microwave Oven Features 12 15 M icrowave Convection Cooking 16 17 Changing Power Level 18 HELE 19 27 Auto Feature US 28 Temperature Features 29 33 Sensor Features 34 38 Other Features 38 42 Microwave Terms 43 Care and Cleaning 44 48 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 49 50 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven 50 Customer Service z r 51 Service Telephone NUMO a a eaten Back Cover 11 EJES l un RSL SUO sd 2N S ion About the features of your microwave oven Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model 825 Watts Safety ing db Features of the Oven li Door Handle Pull to open the door The door must be
4. marine use 8 Read and follow the specific Install or locate this precautions in the Precautions appliance only in accordance to Avoid Possible Exposure to with the provided Installation Excessive M icrowave Energy Instructions section above Do not mount this appliance This appliance must be over a sink grounded Connect only to a properly grounded outlet See the Grounding 2 Instructions section on page 9 Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual This over the range oven was designed for use over ranges no wider than 42 inches It may be installed over both gas and electric cooking equipment Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug if itis not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat dry or cook food and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use 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 Do not immerse power cord or plug in water See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven sect
5. securely latched for the microwave to operate Trouii Window with Metal Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven Receptacle for Temperature Probe Probe must be 0 securely inserted into the receptacle before the oven will Temp Cook Convection Temperature Bake Combination Temperature Bake or Combination Roast Touch Control Panel Display Grease Filters f Cooktop Light 12 Door Latches Temperature Probe Use with Temp Cook Convection Temperature Bake Combination Temperature Bake or Combination Roastonly Uor LOLI ARES Shelf The metal shelf must be in place on the oven floor when convection or combination cooking For sensor combination cooking or convection broiling the shelf must be on the upper supports Remove the shelf for microwave only cooking 10 Broiler Pan Consists of a drip pan and a spatter shield See the Convection Broiling section for instructions NOTE Rating plate oven vent s and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven Optional Kits Filler Panel Kits J X40V H White J X41 Black J X40AL Almond When replacing a 36 or 42 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 wide filler panels Two kits are
6. Microwave Convection Combination Heat Resistant Glass YES YES YES Glass Ceramic Pyrex Fire King Corning Ware etc Ceramic cookware YES YES YES with no metal trim M etal NO YES NO Non Heat Resistant Glass NO NO NO Microw ave Safe Plastics YES NO SOMETIMES Plastic Films and Wraps YES NO NO Paper Products YES NO NO Straw Wicker and Wood YES NO NO Use only microwave cookware that is safe to 400 F Cookware Tips Convection Cooking Metal pans are recommended for all types of baked products Dark or dull finish metal pans are best for breads and pies because they absorb heat and produce crisper crust 8 Shiny aluminum pans are better for cakes cooktes or muffins because these pans reflect heat and help produce a light tender crust Use glass or glass ceramic casserole or baking dishes for egg and cheese recipes because they are easier to clean Combination Cooking Use glass or glass ceramic baking containers Do not use cookware with metal trim It may cause arcing which can damage the cookware the shelf or the oven Heat resistant plastic microwave cookware safe to 400 F may be used SON RS RUCHED 17 Homa 18 About changing the power level POWER LEVEL EXPRESS COOK 1 6 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 Press TIME COOK
7. 6 Press one of the Express Cook pads from 1 to 6 for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10 For example press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time The power level can be changed as time is counting down Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1 10 Add 30 Seconds You can use this feature two ways ADD 30 SEC It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds of cooking time 8 Zi Homa 28 About the auto feature DEFROST AUTO TIME EXPRESS COOK 1 6 Auto Defrost The Defrost Auto Time feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods Press DEFROST AUTO TIM E once for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat poultry and fish up to 6 pounds Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods Press DEFROST AUTO TIME once Using the Conversion Guide below enter food weight For example press pads land 2 for 1 2 pounds 1 pound 3 ounces 3 Press START Time Defrost is explained in the About the time features section Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and 4 5 power levels to give even defrosting results for meats poultry and fish Remove meat from package and place on microwave safe dish Twice during defrost the oven signals TURN At each TURN signal turn the food over Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pi
8. 8 Cover foods loosely moisture control and quick even heating Use a lower power level with the probe foods will take longer to cook but they will heat more evenly SONS RUCHED 29 About the temperature features Temp Cook TEMP COOK Insert the temperature probe in the center of the food and attach it securely in the oven wall Press TEM P COOK EXPRESS COOK 1 6 Enter the desired food temperature Change power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a power level 1 10 Press START START PAUSE When the temperature is reached the microwave will signal Food will be held at this temperature for 60 minutes The oven beeps when the hold time is complete 5 F Cri O CONVECTION Convection Temperature Bake Convection baking with the temperature probe allows you to cook foods precisely to the degree of doneness PRESS COOK 16 desired while the constantly circulating hot air assures ARES even cooking and browning 1J 2 jt 3 4 5 6 Insert the probe in the food and attach it securely to 8191 the oven vvall Press Convection BAKE 3 Enter the desired oven temperature START Enter the desired food temperature Any food temperature from 90 F to 199 F may be programmed h Press START The temperature probe monitors the temperature of the food and turns the oven off automaticall
9. ARES Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by the temperature probe staying in the oven but not inserted in the food the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the microwave walls metal or foil touching the side of the oven foil that is not molded to food upturned edges act like antennas metal such as twist ties poultry pins gold rimmed dishes recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces Covering Covers hold in moisture allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape Shielding In a regular oven you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over browning When microwaving you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry which would cook before larger parts Standing Time When you cook with regular ovens foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking Note thata microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack 8 Venting After covering a dish with plastic wrap you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape oOONDS 43 Care and cleaning of the microwave oven Homa Helpful Hints Open the oven door a few minutes after cooking to air out the inside An occa
10. The metal shelf not installed correctly so it touches the microwave wall Metal or foil touching the side of the oven FOODS Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless ina 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 If you see arcing press the CLEAR OFF pad and correct Foil not molded to food upturned edges act like antennas Metal such as twist ties poultry pins or gold rimmed dishes in the microwave Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave Operating the microwave with no food inside for more than a minute or two may cause damage to the oven and could start a fire It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the oven Foods with unbroken outer skin such as potatoes hot dogs sausages tomatoes apples chicken livers and other giblets and egg yolks should be pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking SUPERHEATED V ATER M icrowaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they reach the boiling point They
11. About the time features CONVECTION Convection Broil 1 Broiling is cooking by intense top heat The metal shelf must be in place on the shelf supports when convection HES coor r broiling Most fish and tender cuts of meat can be f broiled Press Convection BROIL HI LO once for High 450 F or twice for Low 425 F To preheat press START When the temperature is reached the oven signals Place the food on the broiler pan and place it on the oven shelf If the oven door remains closed the oven will hold the temperature for 30 minutes and then shut off Enter the desired broiling time A Press START Convection Broil Place the broiler If you do not want to preheat skip steps 2 and 3 pan spatter shield and drip pan on top of the shelf Cooking Tips If meat has fat or gristle around the edge cut vertical slashes through both about 2 inches apart If desired fat may be trimmed leaving a layer about 1 8 inch thick This will help keep spattering and smoking to a minimum When using the broiler pan be sure to use the spatter shield otherwise meat juices may become hot enough to catch fire If you use aluminum foil to line the drip pan or spatter shield you must mold the foil tightly to it Cut slits in the spatter shield so fat and meat juices drain into the drip pan Express Cook Uor LOL ARES mn 52 3 This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1 6 minutes 4 5
12. down If the door is opened close it and press START immediately If food is not done enough use Time Cook to cook for more time Sensor Combination Chicken CHICKEN Sensor Combination Chicken combines microwave cooking and convection cooking to cook 1 8 pieces of chicken START Place chicken in a glass or ceramic dish Do not cover PAUSE Place the dish on the oven shelf Press Sensor Combination CHICKEN 3 Press START Uor LOLI ARES The oven signals when steam is sensed and time remaining begins counting down Do not open the oven door until time is counting Place shelf on upper supports when down If the door is opened close it and press START A immediately If food is not done enough use Time Cook to cook for more time Sensor Combination Fish Use Sensor Combination Fish to combination cook 4 16 ounces of fish Place fish in a glass or ceramic dish Do not cover Place the dish on the oven shelf Press Sensor Combination FISH 3 Press START The oven signals when steam is sensed and time remaining begins counting down Do not open the oven door until time is counting Place shelf on upper supports down If the door is opened close it and press START immediately If food is not done enough use Time Cook to cook for more time 8 of Homa 38 About the sensor features BAKED POTATO START PAUSE Place shelf o
13. 6 l or select Time Defrost Enter cooking or defrosting time Press POWER LEVEL Select desired power level 1 10 A Press START Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking The power levels on the microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time Power level 7 is microwave energy 70 of the time Power level 3 is energy 30 of the time Most cooking will be done on High 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 Rest periods when the microwave energy cycles off give time for the food to equalize or transfer heat to the inside of the food An example of this is shown with power level 3 the defrost cycle If microwave energy did not cycle off the outside of the food would cook before the inside was defrosted Here are some examples of uses for various power levels High 10 Fish bacon vegetables boiling liquids Med High 7 Gentle cooking of meat and poultry baking casseroles and reheating Medium 5 Slow cooking and tenderizing
14. How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time If you find that the brand of popcorn you use underpops or overcooks consistently you can add or subtract 20 30 seconds to the automatic popping time To add time After pressing Sensor Cook 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 Sensor Cook POPCORN press 1 immediately after the oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time Press 1 again to reduce cooking time 8 another 10 seconds total 30 seconds less time Sensor Cook Beverage Press Sensor Cook BEVERAGE to heat a cup of coffee or other beverage Drinks heated with the Sensor Cook Beverage feature may be very hot Remove the container with care SON RS IAURT OD b Homa About the sensor features REHEAT How to Change the Automatic Settings To reduce time by 10 Press 1 after pressing REHEAT To add 10 to cooking time Press 9 after pressing REHEAT FRESH VEG FROZEN VEG CANNED VEG How to Change the Automatic Settings Fresh Vegetable only To reduce time by 10 Press 1 after pressing FRESH VEG To add 10 to cooking time Press 9 after pressing 36 FRESH VEG Sensor Cook Reheat NOTE Do not use the metal shelf with Sensor Cook Reheat The Sensor Cook Reheat feature reheats single serving
15. Night Light without a valid time of day entered for the on time and off time You have tried to change the power level when it is not allowed Sensor Cook Reheat is for single servings of recommended foods What To Do Do not open the door until steam is sensed and time is shown counting down on display Use Time Cook to cook for more time Press and hold CLEAR OFF for about 3 seconds to unlock the control This is normal These features will not operate when the oven is hot Start over and enter a valid time of day Start over and enter a valid time of day Many of the oven s features are preset and cannot be changed Use Time Cookfor large amounts of food Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven Steam or vapor escaping from around the door Light reflection around door or outer case levels other than high Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power Dull thumping sound while oven is operating TV radio interference might be noticed while using the microwave Similar to the interference caused by other small appliances it does not indicate a problem with the microwave Plug the microwave into a different electrical circuit move the radio or TV as far away from the microwave as possible or 50 check the position and signal of the TV radio antenna GE Microwave Oven Warranty z Al warranty service provided by an authorized Customer Care 42 technician For serv
16. You need to start the steps below within one minute of oven shutoff Press BAKE Press START COMBINATION Combination Bake Combination baking combines microwave cooking and convection cooking The microwave energy cooks food EXPRESS OOK 16 quickly and convection circulation of heated air browns foods beautifully Uor LOLI ARES Press Combination BAKE HI LO once for High 30 microwave power or twice for Low 10 microwave power Enter the desired oven temperature To preheat press START F Gv ro When the temperature is reached the oven signals If you do not open the door within 30 minutes the oven will turn off automatically Place the food in the oven A Enter the desired baking time Press START Use the shelf on the oven floor when combination baking If you do not want to preheat skip steps 3 and 4 For Best Results Allow at least one inch between the pan and the walls of the oven When converting your favorite recipe from regular oven baking to convection baking lower the oven temperature 25 50 F and check food at the minimum time 8 Cooking Tips Do not use metal cookware with Combination Bake Check the Cookware Guide in the About microwave convection cooking section for correct cookware when combination baking Place meat in a glass dish on a trivet to collect juices and prevent spattering SON RS RUCHED 25 Homa 26
17. qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Peel and cut into l inch cubes Place in 2 qt casserole with 1 2 cup water Stir after half of time Pierce with cooking fork Place in center of the oven Let stand 5 minutes 8 In 2 qt casserole place washed spinach In 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water In 14qt casserole place 1 4 cup water Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish place squash cut side down Turn cut side up after 4 minutes SON RS IAURT OD 21 Homa Ze About the time features DEFROST AUTO TIME EXPRESS COOK 1 6 Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times Auto Defrost explained in the About the auto feature section Press DEFROST AUTO TIME twice Enter defrosting time 3 Press START Turn food over when the oven signals h Press START Power level is automatically set at 3 but can be changed You can defrost small items quickly by raising the power level after entering the time Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in about half power level 10 cuts the total time to approximately 1 3 However food will need more frequent attention than usual At one half of selected defrosting time the oven signals TURN At this time turn food over and break a
18. water in the cup heats then the dish is microwave safe If you use a meat thermometer while cooking make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens Do not use paper products when the microwave convection oven is operated in the convection or combination mode IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING M ICROWAVE SAFE COOKWARE 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 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 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 immediately aft
19. BINATION Combination Roast ROAST Combination Roast is similar to Combination Temperature Bake It uses both microwave and convection cooking as ees cn 1 well as the temperature probe ARES the oven vvall Insert the probe in the food and attach it securely to 8 EE Press Combination ROAST once for medium or twice for well done 3 Press START START PAUSE When the programmed temperature is reached the oven holds the food at that temperature for up to 1 hour Cooking Tips The metal shelf must be on the oven floor during Combination Roast Place food in a glass dish on a trivet Just as in regular roasting only tender roasts should be roasted by using the probe Less tender roasts should be microwaved by time Use the shelf on the oven floor when combination roasting Insert the probe horizontally into the center meaty area not touching bone or fat Make sure the handle does not touch the food or the top or sides of the oven 8 SS Homai Qoerating Instructions 34 About the sensor features Dry off dishes so they dont mislead the sensor Place shelf on upper supports Humidity Sensor The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food Sensor Cook Features The Sensor Cook features use m
20. able Asparagus fresh spears frozen spears Beans fresh green frozen green frozen lima Beets fresh whole Broccoli fresh cut fresh spears frozen chopped frozen spears Cabbage fresh wedges Carrots fresh sliced frozen Cauliflow er flowerets fresh whole frozen Amount 156 10 oz package 1 Ib cut in half 10 oz package 10 oz package 1 bunch 1 bunch 174 to 17 Ibs 1 bunch 1 4 to 1 Ibs 10 oz package 10 oz package 1 medium head about 2 Ibs 1 Ib 10 oz package 1 medium head 1 medium head 10 oz package Time 7 to 9 min Med High 7 5 to 7 min 10 to 12 min 6 to 8 min 6 to 8 min 18 to 22 min 8 to 10 min 10 to 13 min 5 to 7 min 5 to 7 min 9 to 11 min 8 to 10 min 7 to 9 min 5 to 7 min 10 to 14 min 10 to 17 min 5 to 7 min Comments In 12 qt oblong glass baking dish place 1 4 cup water Rotate dish after half of time 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 In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish place 1 4 cup water Rotate dish after half of time In 1 qt casserole In 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water In 1 or 2 qt casserole
21. an will operate automatically under certain conditions see the Automatic Fan section Take care to prevent the starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is in use Clean the underside of the microwave often Do not allow grease to build up on the microwave or the fan filters 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 Use care when cleaning the vent fan filters Corrosive cleaning agents such as lye based oven cleaners may damage the filters When flaming foods under the microwave turn the vent fan off The fan if operating may spread the flame 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 A WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a groun
22. 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 Avoid heating baby food in glass jars even with the lid off Make sure all infant food is thoroughly cooked Stir food to distribute the heat evenly Be careful to prevent scalding when warming formula The container may feel cooler than the formula really is Always test the formula before feeding the baby Don t defrost frozen beverages in narrow necked bottles especially carbonated beverages Even if the container is opened pressure can build up This can cause the container to burst possibly resulting in injury Spontaneous boiling Under certain special circumstances liquids may start to boil during or shortly after removal from the microwave oven To prevent burns from splashing liquid we recommend the following before removing the container from the oven allow the container to stand in the oven for 30 to 40 seconds after the oven has shut off Do not boil liquids in narrow necked containers such as soft drink bottles wine flasks and especially narrow necked coffee cups Even if the container is open
23. cooking constantly circulates heated air around the food It creates even browning and sealed in flavor by the motion of hot air over the food surfaces Using a combination of microwave and convection cooking is also an option You can cook by time or by temperature When cooking by temperature the temperature probe monitors the internal temperature of the food to let you know when it is ready Comparison Guide Cooking Method Heat Source Heat Conduction Benefits CH ZAM A 7 A 27 SARA LL LZ AUi 2222 ASSA SR Microw ave Microwave energy is distributed evenly for fast thorough cooking Microwave energy Heat produced within food by instant energy penetration Fast high efficiency cooking Oven and Surroundings do not get hot Easy clean up Convection Hot air circulates around food to produce browned exteriors and seal in juices Circulating heated air Heat conducted from outside of food to inside Aids in browning and seals in flavor Cooks some foods faster than regular ovens Combination Microwave energy and convection heat combine to cook foods Microwave energy and circulating heated air Food heats from instant energy penetration and heat conducted from outside of food Shortened cooking time from microwave energy plus browning and crisping from convection heat ARES Guide
24. d you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 on Service Telephone Numbers P GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 The GE Answer Center is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week Safety I In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away ons Special Needs Service 800 626 2000 TDD 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 GE offers free of charge a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility A Qoerali a gt Service Contracts 800 626 2224 Me Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires b zar Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 ing Tips lan Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation A Service Satis
25. ding 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 If the outlet is a standard 2 prong wall outlet it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord 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 Read and follow this Safety Information carefull SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS k il un su SLD GUROOUSS OIL SON RS IAURT OD Congratulations You Are Now Part of the GE Family Welcome to the GE family We re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service You ll see it in this easy to use Owner s Manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department Best of all you ll experience these values each time you use your microwave oven T
26. e filters should be cleaned once a month or as needed Removing and Cleaning the Filter To remove slide it to the rear using the tab Pull it down NE 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 metal Light brushing can be used to remove embedded dirt 8 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 SON RS IAURT OD 47 Homa 48 About the exhaust feature Charcoal Filter on some models The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned It must be replaced Order Part No 02 4267 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 hood usage Remove 2 grille screws to remove the grille To Remove Charcoal Filter To remove the charcoal filter first disconnect power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug Remove the top grille by removing the 2 screws that hold itin place Slide the filter towards the front of the oven and remove it To Install Charcoal Filter To install a ne
27. eces of foil After defrosting most meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting Large roasts should stand for about 30 minutes Conversion Guide f the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces the ounces must be converted to tenths 1 of a pound Weight of Food in Ounces Enter Food Weight tenths a pound About the temperature features The Temperature Probe End The temperature probe is a food thermometer that monitors the temperature of the food The probe must be used when using Temp Cook Convection Temperature Bake Combination Temperature Bake or Combination Roast Uor LOLI ARES Appearance may vary Cooking with the probe allows you to heat food to a certain temperature This is the best way to cook many foods The probe is not recommended for batters doughs frozen foods and foods which are difficult to cook precisely by temperature Use the Time Cook setting for these foods Make sure the cable end is inserted all the way into the oven wall receptacle Insert the probe into the center of the food Make sure the handle does not touch the food or the top or sides of the oven Do not leave the probe in the oven ifit s not inserted in food If it touches the oven wall it may damage the oven Cooking Tips Do not twist drop or bend the probe Be sure frozen food has been completely defrosted before inserting the probe The probe may break off if used in frozen foods
28. ed excessive steam can build up and cause it to burst or overflow Hot foods and steam can cause burns Be careful when opening any containers of hot food including popcorn bags cooking pouches and boxes To prevent possible injury direct steam away from hands and face Do not overcook potatoes They could dehydrate and catch fire causing damage to your oven When cooking pork follow the directions exactly and always cook the meat to an internal temperature of at least 170 F This assures that in the remote possibility that trichina may be present in the meat it will be killed and meat will be safe to eat ux Aui il vu aysu SLD Sol ion Qoerating I ing Tips Troubh 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 microvvaving If you are not sure if a dish is microvvave safe use this test Place in the oven both the dish you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled with 1 cup of water set the measuring cup either in or next to the dish Microwave 1 minute at high If the dish heats it should not be used for microwaving If the dish remains cool and only the
29. er cooking possibly resulting in injury Also plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered because they form a tight seal When cooking with containers tightly covered with plastic wrap remove covering carefully and direct steam away from hands and face Use foil only as directed in this guide TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than 3 4 high remove the top foil cover and return the tray to the box When using foil in the microwave oven keep the foil at least 1 inch away from the sides of the oven Plastic cookware Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful but should be used carefully Even microwave safe plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of overcooking In longer exposures to overcooking the food and cookware could ignite Follow these guidelines Use microwave safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer s recommendations Do not microwave empty containers 3 Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision ux Gu il un RSL SLD Soli GUROOUSS OL SON RS IAURT OD ion ons Qoerating I ing Tips Troubh IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING aes CI A WARNING THE VENT FAN The f
30. faction If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE follow b these three steps First contact the people who serviced your appliance Next if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Finally if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 Printed in Korea
31. for stews and less tender cuts of meat Low 3 Defrosting simmering delicate sauces Warm 1 Keeping food warm softening butter About the time features Time Cook amp Il TIME COOK s Time Cook 1 eres coor 16 Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds k J02 31 4 5 6 Power level 10 High is automatically set but you may 9 change it for more flexibility Press TIME COOKI 8 Il Enter cooking time START PAUSE 3 Change power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level 1 10 Press START Uor uO ARES You may open the door during Time Cook to check the food Close the door and press START to resume cooking Time Cook 1 Lets you change power levels automatically during cooking Here s how to do it Press TIME COOK amp Il 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 Press TIME COOK amp l again 8 Enter the second cook time a gt Foo Change the power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level 1 10 Press START At the end of Time Cook I Time Cook l counts down SONS RUCHED 19 Homaat 20 About the time features Cooking Guide for Time Cook I amp II NOTE Use power level High 10 unless otherwise noted Veget
32. gh fan speed twice for low fan speed or a third time 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 at low speed if it senses too much heat SON RS IAURT OD If 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 41 42 About the other features SURFACE LIGHT SOUND LEVEL NIGHT LIGHT EXPRESS COOK 1 6 Surface Light Press SURFACE LIGHT once for bright light twice for the night light or three times to turn the light off Sound Level The beeper sound level can be adjusted Press SOUND LEVEL Choose 0 3 for mute to loud Auto Night Light You can set the night light to turn on and off automatically at any time you want Press AUTO NIGHT LIGHT Enter the time you want the light to turn on Select AM or PM 3 Press AUTO NIGHT LIGHT again and enter the time you want the light to turn off Select AM or PM Press AUTO NIGHT LIGHT NITE will stay lit to remind you that the feature is set You can review the Auto Night Light settings by pressing AUTO NIGHT LIGHT To erase your settings and turn off the automatic feature press AUTO NIGHT LIGHT then 0 Microwave terms
33. h or Low temperature automatically Press once or twice selected Enter amount of broiling time EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately ADD 30SEC Starts immediately POWER LEVEL Power level 1 10 Temperature Features Probe Cooking Press Enter TEM P COOK Food temperature Convection BAKE Oven temperature and food temperature Combination BAKE HI LO Oven temperature and food temperature Press once or twice y Combination ROAST MEDIUM automatically selected Press once Combination ROAST WELL automatically selected i Press twice Sensor Features and Auto Feature Press Enter Option 8 Sensor Combination Press START P CHICKEN Sensor Combination Press START FISH 1 Sensor Combination Press START BAKED POTATO Sensor Cook POPCORN Starts immediately more less time Sensor Cook BEVERAGE Starts immediately Sensor Cook REHEAT Starts immediately more less time Sensor Cook CANNED VEG Starts immediately Sensor Cook FRESH VEG Starts immediately more less time Sensor Cook FROZEN VEG Starts immediately Press Enter DEFROST AUTO TIME Food weight 0 Press once la Homa le o iJa ef lg 7 eilo g 16 About microw ave convection cooking How It Works Microwave cooking uses very short high frequency radio waves The movement of the microwaves through the food creates heat and cooks most foods faster than regular methods Microwave cooking heats the food not the cookware or the interior of the oven Convection
34. hat s important because your new microwave oven will be part of your family for many years And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come We thank you for buying GE We appreciate your purchase and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home Important Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty Write the model and serial numbers here You can find them on a label inside 10 the oven GE amp You A Service Partnership Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tell you we stand behind our products with unmatched quality service However did you know that most questions result from simple problems that you can easily fix yourself in just a few minutes This Owner s Manual can tell you how Read this M anual Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your microwave oven properly Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your microwave oven Review the Section on Troubleshooting Tips You ll find many answers to common problems here If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service at all If You Need Service If you do need service you can relax knowing help is only a
35. ice call 800 GE CARES Uor uO ARES For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Any part of the microwave oven which fails due toa From the date of the defect in materials or workmanship During this full original purchase one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace the defective part Nine Years The magnetron tube if the magnetron tube fails due to From the date of the a defect in materials or workmanship During this hi original purchase nine year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs un RSL What GE Will Not Cover SLD Service trips to your home to teach you Replacement of house fuses or how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers Improper installation Damage to the product caused by Failure of the product if it is accident fire floods or acts of God abused misused or used for other Incidental or consequential damage to than the intended purpose or used personal property caused by possible commercially defects with this appliance This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home 8 Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights an
36. icrowave energy to cook food NOTE Do not use the shelf with the Sensor Cook features The proper containers and covers are essential for best sensor cooking Always use microwave safe containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap Never use tight sealing plastic containers they can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor Sensor Combination Features The Sensor Combination features combine microwave cooking and convection cooking to cook food Always use uncovered glass or ceramic dishes when sensor combination cooking Place the oven shelf on the upper supports when sensor combination cooking POPCORN less time more time Use only with prepackaged microwave weighing 1 75 to 3 5 ounces BEVERAGE Sensor Cook Popcorn NOTE Do not use the metal shelf when cooking popcorn To use the Sensor Cook Popcorn feature Uor LOLI ARES Follow package instructions 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 Press Sensor Cook POPCORN The oven starts immediately If you open the door while POPCORN is displayed SENSOR ERROR will appear Close the door press CLEAR OFF and begin again
37. ime 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 Start Pause In addition to starting many functions START PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display Reminder 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 EXPRESS COOK 1 6 Uor LOLI ARES hours later 3 4 Press REMINDER o Enter the time you want the oven to remind you Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day AM PM 3 Select AM or PM SCROLL SPEED 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 CLEAR You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave OFF from being accidentally started or used by children m To lock or unlock the controls press and hold CLEAR OFF for about three seconds When the control panel is locked an L will be displayed to the extreme right Vent Fan 8 The vent fan removes steam and other vapors from VENT FAN surface cooking Press VENT FAN once for hi
38. ion of this manual Do not cover the shelf or any To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity uz other part of the oven with metal foil This will cause overheating of the microwave convection oven Do not overcook food Carefully attend appliance if paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven while cooking Aui il vu aysu Remove wire twist ties and metal handles from paper or plastic containers before placing them in the oven SLD Do not use the oven for storage purposes Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the oven when notin use If materials inside the oven should ignite keep the oven door closed turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel If the door is opened the fire may spread Sol This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children ion ons Qoerali IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING ARCING the problem Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven Arcing 1S caused by The temperature probe in the microwave but not inserted in the food
39. l on the microwave oven Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave Uor LOLI ANES 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 and Door Wipe with a damp cloth Dry thoroughly Do not use cleaning sprays large amounts of soap and water abrasives or sharp objects on the panel they can damage it Some paper towels can also scratch the control panel Door Surface It s important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave Use only mild non abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth Rinse well Stainless Steel on some models To clean the outside surface and door glass use hot soapy water on a damp cloth Wipe off any soap residue and dry with a soft cloth to prevent streaks Do not use steel wool pads or other abrasive cleaners They will scratch the surface Bottom 8 Clean off the grease and dust on the bottom often Use a solution of warm water and detergent SONS IAURT OD 45 About light bulb replacement Homa Cooktop Light Night Light To replace combination cooktop light night light first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug Remove the screvv on the right side of the light compartment cover and loveer the cover un
40. n upper supports when sensor combination cooking Sensor Combination Baked Potato The Sensor Combination Baked Potato feature combination cooks 1 2 2 lbs of potatoes Pierce skin with fork and cluster potatoes in the center of the oven shelf Press Sensor Combination BAKED POTATO 3 Press START The oven signals when steam is sensed and time remaining begins counting down Do not open the oven door until time is counting down If the door is opened close it and press START immediately If food is not done enough use Time Cook to cook for more time About the other features HELP Help The HELP pad displays feature information and helpful hints Press HELP then select a feature pad 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 Shelf Never use the shelf for microwave only cooking Remove the shelf from the oven when microwave only cooking Always place the shelf on the floor of the oven for convection and combination cooking Always place the shelf on the upper supports when sensor combination cooking or convection broiling Use potholders when handling the shelf and cookware They will be hot Do not use the broiler pan or spatter shield while microwaving Clock CLOCK Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while micro
41. needed for a 42 opening Filter Kits X81 Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit 8 Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be vented to the outside Decorative Panel Kit X2255 Stainless Steel When replacing a Hi Low range the decorative panel kit fills in the area between the microwave and the range left by the Hi Low model SON RS IAURT OD Available at extra cost from your GE supplier 13 ion About the features of your microwave oven You can cook with convection heat microwaves or a combination of both You can cook by time or temperature Safety You can also let the microwave choose the settings automatically by using the sensor features CONVECTION TIME COOK DEFROST I amp i AUTO TIME COM BINATION CONVECTION BAKE BROIL ADD HI LO HI LO 30 SEC POWER LEVEL EXPRESS COOK 1 6 11213 4151016 CONVECTION COMBINATION COMBINATION TEMP BAKE coo in os ing Troubh SENSOR COM BINATION BAKED SENSOR COOK POPCORN BEVERAGE REHEAT CANNED FRESH FROZEN VEG VEG VEG DEFROST AUTO TIME l Cooking Controls 1 Time Features Press Enter TIME COOK I amp Il Amount of cooking time Press once or twice DEFROST AUTO TIME Amount of defrosting time Press twice Convection BAKE Oven temperature and amount of cooking time Combination BAKE HI LO Oven temperature and amount of Press once or twice cooking time Convection BROIL HI LO Hig
42. part or rearrange pieces for more even defrosting Shield any warm areas with small pieces of foil The oven will continue to defrost if you don t open the door and turn the food A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting This is normal when oven is not operating at High power Defrosting Tips Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the package Closed packages should be slit pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted Plastic storage containers should be partially uncovered Family size prepackaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and microwaved If the food is in a foil container transfer it to a microwave safe dish Foods that spoil easily should not be allowed to sit out for more than one hour after defrosting Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria For more even defrosting of larger foods such as roasts use Auto Defrost Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking When defrosted food should be cool but softened in all areas If still slightly icy return to the microwave very briefly or let it stand a few minutes Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads Cakes Bread buns or rolls 1 piece 1 min Sweetrolls approx 1202 3 to 5 min Fish and Seafood Fillets frozen 1 Ib 7 to 9 min Shellfish small pieces 11b 5to7min Place block in casserole Turn over and break up after half the time l Plastic
43. 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 Vegetable Com 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 or butternut Amount 10 oz package 1 to 5 ears 1 ear 2 to 6 ears 10 oz package 2 Ibs unshelled 10 oz package 4 potatoes 6 to 8 oz each 1 6 to 8 oz 10 to 16 oz 10 oz 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 m n 3 to 4 m n per ear 5 to 7 min 10 to 12 m n 5 to 7 min 10 to 12 m n 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 Uor LOLI ARES 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
44. rcuit breaker Unplug the microwave oven then plug it back in Make sure the 3 prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet Open the door and close securely Press START Press CLEAR OFF Make sure you have entered cooking time after pressing TIME COOK Reset cooking program and press START Make sure you have entered food weight after selecting Auto Defrost Insert the probe properly into the wall receptacle Insert the probe properly into the wall receptacle Replace the probe This is normal 49 ARES Aui i ion Before you call for service Problem SENSOR ERROR appears on display Safety LOCKED appears on display Ons HOT OVEN IS HOT appears on display Qoerali You hear an unusual low tone beep Food amount too large for Sensor Cook Reheat g e H o 7 Possible Causes VVhen using a Sensor feature the door vvas opened before steam could be detected Steam was not detected in maximum amount of time The control has been locked When the control panel is locked an L will be displayed The temperature inside the oven is greater than 200 F One of the sensor cooking pads was pressed when the temperature inside the oven was greater than 200 F You have tried to start the Reminder without a valid time of day You have tried to start the Auto
45. s of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers Place covered food in the oven Press Sensor Cook REHEAT The oven starts immediately The oven signals when steam is sensed and the time remaining begins counting down Do not open the oven door until time is counting down If the door is opened close it and press START immediately After removing food from the oven stir if possible to even out the temperature If the food is not hot enough use Time Cook to reheat for more time Reheated foods may have wide variations in temperature Some areas may be extremely hot Some Foods Not Recommended for Use With Sensor Cook Reheat It is best to use Time Cook for these foods Bread products Foods that must be reheated uncovered Foods that need to be stirred or rotated Foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after reheating Sensor Cook Vegetable NOTE Do not use the metal shelf with the Sensor Cook Vegetable features Use the Sensor Cook Vegetable features to cook 4 16 ounces of fresh frozen or canned vegetables For fresh vegetables add 2 tablespoons of water per serving For frozen vegetables follow package instructions for adding water Cover with lid or plastic wrap Place vegetables in the oven Press the appropriate Sensor Cook Vegetable pad The oven starts immediately The oven signals when steam is sensed and time remaining is counting down Do not open the oven door until time is counting
46. sional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh Be certain the power is off before cleaning any part of this oven How to Clean the Inside Walls Floor Inside Window Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel others may require a damp cloth Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth then rinse with a damp cloth Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microw ave Temperature Probe Clean immediately after using To clean wipe with sudsy cloth then rub lightly with plastic scouring ball if necessary Rinse and dry The probe can also be washed in the dishwasher Shelf Clean with mild soap and water or in the dishwasher Do not clean in a self cleaning oven Broiler Pan Spatter Shield and Drip Pan Remove spatter shield from drip pan Carefully pour grease from drip pan into proper container Clean immediately after using If necessary scour with a soap filled or plastic scouring pad in hot soapy water If food has burned on sprinkle spatter shield while hot with detergent and cover with wet paper towels or a dish cloth to soak loose burned on foods The broiler pan can also be washed in the dishwasher 44 How to Clean the Outside 7 Do notuse cleaners containing ammonia or alcoho
47. til it stops 3 Be sure the bulb s to be replaced are cool before removing Break the adhesive seal by gently unscrewing the bulb s Replace with 40 watt incandescent bulbs Order W 02 4253 from your GE supplier High intensity 40 watt bulbs 40511 1 available in supermarkets and hardware stores may also be used for replacements Raise light compartment cover and replace the screw Connect electrical power to the oven 4 Oven Light R To replace the oven light first disconnect the pow er at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug Remove the top grille by taking out the screw that holds it in place 3 Next remove the single screw located above the door near the center of the oven that secures the light housing Replace the burned out bulb with a 40 watt incandescent bulb 02 4253 available from your GE supplier 46 About the exhaust feature Charcoal Filter The Vent Fan on some models Uor LOLI ARES The vent fan has 2 metal reusable grease filters Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter Reusable Grease Filters on all models 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 For this reason the filters must ALWAYS be in place when the hood is used The greas
48. ver al and shield warm areas with foil Finish defrosting Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting 23 Homa 24 About the time features CONVECTION Convection Bake During convection baking a heating element is used to raise the temperature of the air inside the oven EES Any oven temperature from 225 F to 450 F may be programmed A fan circulates the heated air throughout 2 J 5 6 the oven over and around the food producing golden 9 brown exteriors and rich moist interiors Press Convection BAKE Enter the desired oven temperature To preheat press START F CW O When the temperature is reached the oven signals Ifyou do not open the door within 30 minutes the oven will turn off automatically Place the food in the oven i Enter the desired baking time f Press START Use the shelf on the oven floor when convection baking Ifyou do not want to preheat skip steps 3 and 4 For Best Results Allow at least one inch between the pan and the walls of the oven When converting your favorite recipe from regular oven baking to convection baking lower the oven temperature 25 50 F and check food at the minimum time Cooking Tip Some foods cook faster using convection baking than in regular oven cooking Resume Feature If your foods are not quite done you can bake them for two more minutes at your previous settings using the Resume feature
49. w filter remove plastic and other outer wrapping from the new filter Insert the filter into the top opening of the oven as shown It will rest at an angle on 2 side support tabs and in front of the right rear tab Replace the grille and 2 screws Before you call for service s Problem Oven will not start Control panel lighted yet oven will not start PLEASE INSERT PROBE appears on display BAD PROBE appears on display Floor of the oven is warm even when the oven has not been used Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service Possible Causes A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Power surge Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet Door not securely closed START pad not pressed after entering cooking selection Another selection entered already in oven and CLEAR OFF pad not pressed to cancel it Cooking time not entered after pressing TIME COOK CLEAR OFF was pressed accidentally Food weight not entered after selecting Auto Defrost Probe has been forgotten or not inserted properly The probe has not been completely inserted into the wall receptacle The probe is defective The cooktop light is located below the oven floor When the light is on the heat it produces may make the oven floor get warm What To Do Replace fuse or reset ci
50. waving 11213 gy rres cock 413 Enter time of day EEEE 3 Select AM or PM Press START or CLOCK EXPRESS COOK 1 6 SCROLL SPEED Al 5 a 3 Scroll Speed AM IP M The scroll speed of the display can be changed Press and hold the AM PM pad about 3 seconds to bring up SCROLL SPEED the display Select 1 5 for slow to fast scroll speed Display On Off To turn the clock display off press and hold 0 for about three seconds DISPLAY ON OFF To redisplay the clock repeat 39 Homa 40 About the other features EXPRESS COOK 1 6 AM PM SCROLL SPEED EXPRESS COOK 1 6 Delay Start Delay Startallows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 24 hours Press DELAY START Enter the time you want the oven to start Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day 1 Select AM or PM 1 Select any combination of Defrost Auto Time Time Cook 6 II Temp Cook a Combination function or a Convection function h 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 Timer On Off Timer On Off operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time even when the oven is operating Press TIM ER ON OFF Enter time you want to count down 3 Press TIMER ON OFF to start When t
51. y when the desired temperature is reached For Best Results Allow at least one inch between the pan and the walls of the oven Use the shelf on the oven floor when convection baking When converting your favorite recipe from regular oven baking to convection baking lower the oven temperature 25 50 F and check food at minimum time 8 31 Homa ga About the temperature features COM BINATION BAKE HI LO Use the shelf on the oven floor when combination baking Combination Temperature Bake Combination baking with the temperature probe allows you to enjoy the benefits of combination baking with the precision of the temperature probe Insert the probe in the food and attach it securely to the oven wall Press Combination BAKE HI LO once for High 30 microwave power or twice for Low 10 microwave power 3 Enter the desired oven temperature Enter the desired food temperature Any food temperature from 90 F to 199 F may be programmed Press START The temperature probe monitors the temperature of the food and turns the oven off automatically when the desired temperature is reached For Best Results Allow at least one inch between the pan and the walls of the oven When converting your favorite recipe from regular oven baking to convection baking lower the oven temperature 25 50 F and check food at minimum time COM
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