Page 2 - Safety Information; SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
■ Read and follow the specificprecautions in the Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure toExcessive Microwave Energy section above. ■ This appliance must begrounded. Connect only to a properly groundedoutlet. See the Grounding Instructions section on page 8. ■ Install or locate thisappliance only in...
Page 3 - Consumer Support
■ This microwave oven is not approvedor tested for marine use. ■ Do not mount this appliance over a sink. ■ Do not mount the microwave ovenover or near any portion of a heatingor cooking appliance. ■ Do not store anything directly on topof the microwave oven surface whenthe microwave oven is in oper...
Page 4 - FOODS; If you see arcing, press the; ARCING
Arcing is the microwave termfor sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: ■ Metal or foil touching theside of the oven. ■ Foil not molded to food(upturned edges act likeantennas). ■ Metal, such as twist-ties,poultry pins, or gold-rimmeddishes, in the microwave. ■ Recycled paper towelscontaining small...
Page 5 - SUPERHEATED WATER
www.GEAppliances.com 5 Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information ■ SUPERHEATED WATER Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea, are able to beoverheated beyond the boilingpoint without appearing to beboiling. Visible bubbling orboiling when the container isremoved...
Page 6 - MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE
Make sure all cookware used inyour microwave oven is suitablefor microwaving. Most glasscasseroles, cooking dishes,measuring cups, custard cups,pottery or china dinnerwarewhich does not have metallictrim or glaze with a metallicsheen can be used. Somecookware is labeled “suitable for microwaving.” ■...
Page 8 - GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electricalshort circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock byproviding an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a groundingwire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into anou...
Page 9 - ADAPTER PLUGS
www.GEAppliances.com Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnectedinfrequently. Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plu...
Page 10 - EXTENSION CORDS
Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 10 WARNING! A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resultingfrom becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords...
Page 11 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
www.GEAppliances.com Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 11 READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETYINFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Page 12 - About the features of your microwave oven.
12 Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1100 Watts Features of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to b...
Page 13 - Cooking Controls; Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.; Sensor Features and Auto Feature
13 Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature. www.GEAppliances.com Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press Enter TIME COOK Amount of cooking...
Page 14 - About changing the power level.
14 Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About changing the power level. The power level may be entered or changedimmediately after entering the feature time for TIME COOK, TIME DEFROST or EXPRESS COOK. The power level may also be changed during time count...
Page 15 - About the time features.; Time Cook
15 About the time features. www.GEAppliances.com Time Cook Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutesand 99 seconds. Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. Press TIME COOK. Enter cooking time. Change power level if you don’t wan...
Page 16 - Cooking Guide for Time Cook; Vegetable
16 Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the time features. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 5 to 8 min., In 1 1 ⁄ 2 -qt. oblong glass ba...
Page 18 - Time Defrost
18 Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the time features. Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. Seethe Defrosting Guide for suggested times. ( Auto Defrost explained in the About the auto feature section.) Press DEFROST ...
Page 20 - Express Cook; Add 30 Seconds
20 Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the time features. Express Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1–6 minutes. 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...
Page 21 - About the auto feature.; Auto Defrost
21 About the auto feature. www.GEAppliances.com Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Guide Auto Defrost 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 ...
Page 22 - Humidity Sensor; About the sensor features.
22 Humidity Sensor The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjuststhe cooking time to various types and amounts of food. Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severelyovercooked or burnt...
Page 23 - Popcorn; Beverage
23 www.GEAppliances.com Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 1.75 ounces or largerthan 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of t...
Page 25 - Sensor Cooking; Cooking Guide
25 www.GEAppliances.com Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Sensor Cooking Vegetables, Potatoes, Fish, Chicken Pieces Place covered food in the oven. Press the food pad.For vegetables, press the VEGETABLE pad once for fresh vegetables, twice for frozen v...
Page 26 - About the other features.; Clock; Cooking Complete Reminder; Scroll Speed
26 Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the other features. Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving. Press CLOCK. Enter time of day. Select AM or PM. Press START or CLOCK. 4 3 2 1 Cooking Complete Reminder ...
Page 27 - Delay Start
27 www.GEAppliances.com Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Delay Start Delay Start allows 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 surethe microwave clock shows the corre...
Page 28 - Sound Level
28 Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the other features. 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 TIMER ON/OFF. Enter time you want to count down. Press TIMER ON/OFF ...
Page 29 - Term
29 Microwave terms. www.GEAppliances.com Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: ■ metal or foil touching the side of the oven. ■ foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges...
Page 30 - Care and cleaning of the microwave oven.; Helpful Hints; How to Clean the Inside
30 Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Consumer Support Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution ofbaking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of this oven. How to Clea...
Page 31 - How to Clean the Outside
31 www.GEAppliances.com Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information How to Clean the Outside Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on themicrowave oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damage theappearance of the microwave. Case Clean the outside of the micro...
Page 32 - Before you call for service...; Problem
32 Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Consumer Support Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Oven will not start ...
Page 34 - Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
34 Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Consumer Support Before you call for service… ■ Steam or vapor escaping from around the door. ■ Light reflection around door or outer case. ■ Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at powerlevels other than high. ■ Dull t...
Page 37 - GE Ser vice Protection Plus; General Electric Company; Please place in envelope and mail to:
GE Ser vice Protection Plus ™ GE, a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability, offers you Service Protection Plus ™ —comprehensive protection on all your appliances— No Matter What Brand! Benefits Include:• Backed by GE• All brands covered• Unlimited ser vice calls• All parts and labor...
Page 38 - Model Number; Consumer Product Ownership Registration; Model Number; Imp
Day Year Street Address Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer:Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. We are proud to have you as a customer! Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment: Complete and mailyour Consume...
Page 39 - GE Microwave Oven Warranty.; What GE Will Not Cover:
GE Microwave Oven Warranty. Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchasedfor home use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or servi...
