Page 2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; Customer Service
■ 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 4 - FOODS; If you see arcing, press the; ARCING
Customer Service Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 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 pin...
Page 5 - SUPERHEATED WATER
Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Customer Service 5 ■ SUPERHEATED WATER Liquids, such as water, coffeeor tea are able to beoverheated beyond the boilingpoint without appearing to beboiling. Visible bubbling orboiling when the container isremoved from the microwaveoven...
Page 6 - MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE
Customer Service Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 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 ...
Page 8 - GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Customer Service Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 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 cor...
Page 9 - ADAPTER PLUGS
Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Customer Service 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 plug. However, if you st...
Page 10 - EXTENSION CORDS
Customer Service Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 10 A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resultingfrom becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords may be u...
Page 11 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Customer Service 11 READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETYINFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Page 13 - Cooking Controls; Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.; Sensor Features and Auto Feature; Safety Information
You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature. Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press Enter TIME COOK Amount of cooking time Press once or twice DEFROST AUTO/TIME Amount of defrosting time Press twice EXPRESS COOK Starts imme...
Page 14 - About changing the power level.
About changing the power level. 14 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 countdown. Press TIME COOK or select Time Defrost. Enter cooking or defrosting time. Pr...
Page 15 - About the time features.
About the time features. 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 want full power. (Press POW...
Page 16 - Cooking Guide for Time Cook; Vegetable
Customer Service Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information About the time features. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. 16 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
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 AUTO/TIME twice. Enter defrosting time. Press START. Turn food over when the oven sig...
Page 19 - Food
Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Customer Service Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Rearrange after half the time. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min. Shellfish, small pie...
Page 20 - Express Cook; Add 30 Seconds
Customer Service Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 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 2 ...
Page 21 - About the auto feature.; Auto Defrost
Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Customer Service About the auto feature. Auto Defrost The Auto/Time Defrost feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press AUTO/TIME DEF. once for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost. Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry an...
Page 22 - Humidity Sensor; About the sensor features.
Customer Service Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 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 s...
Page 23 - Popcorn
Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Customer Service Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5ounces. Place the package of popcorn in thecenter of the microwave. Press POPCO...
Page 25 - Sensor Cooking; Cooking Guide; Food Type
Sensor Cooking Vegetables, Potatoes, Fish, Chicken Pieces Place covered food in the oven. Press the foodpad. For vegetables, press the VEGETABLE pad once for fresh vegetables, twice for frozen vegetables orthree times for canned vegetables. For chicken orfish, press the CHICKEN/FISH pad once for chi...
Page 26 - About the other features.; Clock; Cooking Complete Reminder
About the other features. 26 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. To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven willdisplay FOOD IS READY and beep once a minute until you ei...
Page 28 - Sound Level
About the other features. 28 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 to start. When time is up, the oven will signal. To turn off thetimer signal, pres...
Page 30 - Care and cleaning of the microwave oven.; Helpful Hints
Customer Service Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. 30 Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of this oven.
Page 31 - How to Clean the Outside
Safety Information Operating Instructions Tr oubleshooting T ips Customer Service 31 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 microwave with a sudsy clo...
Page 32 - Before you call for service...; Problem
Customer Service Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Before you call for service… 32 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
Before you call for service… 34 Customer Service Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information ■ 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 35 - GE Microwave Oven Warranty.; What GE Will Not Cover:
For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Year Any part of the microwave oven which fails due to a From the date of the defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited original purchase one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service to replace the defect...
Page 36 - GE Appliances Website
Printed in China Consumer Support. GE Appliances Website ge.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you cannow download Owner’s Manuals, order parts, catalogs, or even sc...
