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Page 2 - or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.; PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: Read and fol...

Page 3 - ARCING; If you see arcing, press the; FOODS

GEAppliances.com ARCING 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: Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). Metal, such as twist-ti...

Page 4 - MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE

4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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 tr...

Page 5 - ADAPTER PLUGS; through the house wiring.; GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS; WARNING

ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently. Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug. However, if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY ...

Page 6 - EXTENSION CORDS; READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

6 EXTENSION CORDS A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. ([WHQVLRQFRUGVPD\EHXVHGLI\RXDUHFDUHIXOLQXVLQJWKHP ,IDQH[WHQVLRQFRUGLVXVHG³ 1 7KHPDUNHGHOHFWULFDOUDWLQJRIWKHH[WHQVLRQFRUGVKRXOGEHDWOHDVWDVJUHDWDVWKHHOHFWULF...

Page 7 - Features of the Oven; About the features of your microwave oven.

7 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 be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. Convenience Guide. Touch Control Panel Display. Door Latch Release. Pr...

Page 8 - Cooking Controls; Time Features; Convenience Features; Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.

You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Not all features on all models. Cooking Controls Time Features Press Enter Time Cook Amount of cooking time Press number pads TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time POWER LEVEL Power level 1 to 10 EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately! Convenienc...

Page 9 - Changing the Power Level

GEAppliances.com Changing the Power Level The power level may be entered or changed before entering the time for Time Cook . 1 Press TIME COOK and enter cooking time. 2 Press POWER LEVEL and select power level 1 to 10 . 3 Press START . 9DULDEOHSRZHUOHYHOVDGGIOH[LELOLW\WR microwave cooking. The power...

Page 10 - About the time features.; Time Cook; Add

10 About the time features. Time Cook Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. HI power level is automatically set, but you PD\FKDQJHLWIRUPRUHIOH[LELOLW\ 1 Press TIME COOK . 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Press START . You may open the door during Time Cook to check the food. C...

Page 11 - MyPyramid Feature; Cooking Guide for MyPyramid Feature; Use

11 GEAppliances.com MyPyramid Feature (on some models) Allows you to microwave healthy food choices by servings. HI power level is automatically set, but you PD\FKDQJHLWIRUPRUHIOH[LELOLW\ 1 Press MyPyramid pad. 2 Enter the food code. See Cooking Guide for MyPyramid below for codes. 3 Enter the numbe...

Page 12 - Defrosting Guide; About the convenience features.

Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns, or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Sweet rolls DSSUR[R] 2 to 4 min. Rearrange after half the time. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min. Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 3 to 7 min. Place block in casserole. Turn over and break up after half the t...

Page 13 - Popcorn; Reheat; Reheat; Cooking Guide for REHEAT feature

13 GEAppliances.com Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: 1 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. 2 Press POPCORN once for a 3.5 ounce package of popcorn, twice for a ...

Page 14 - Beverage; Pizza

About the convenience features. 14 Beverage To use the Beverage feature: Press BEVERAGE pad. The microwave will automatically be set to heat an 8 ounce beverage. The microwave will start immediately. If you would like to change the the setting for the beverage size: Press BEVERAGE pad. Press the key...

Page 15 - Potato; Vegetable; Auto Defrost/Defrost; Auto; Cooking Guide for VEGETABLE Feature

15 GEAppliances.com Potato (on some models) To use the Potato feature: 1 Press the POTATO pad. 2 Press the number of servings 1-4. The oven will start immediately. To use the Vegetable feature:. 1 Press VEGETABLE pad. 2 Enter the Vegetable code. See Cooking Guide for Vegetables below for codes. 3 En...

Page 16 - About the other features.

16 About the other features. Clock Press to enter the time of day. 1 Press CLOCK. 2 Enter time of day. 3 Press CLOCK . Start Pause Pause START/PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display. Press START/PAUSE again to restart the oven. Clear Off Child Lock-Out You ...

Page 17 - Timer

GEAppliances.com Timer This pad performs the following functions: It operates as a minute timer. It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting. How to Use as a Minute TimerThe Timer operates without microwave energy. 1 Press TIMER. 2 Enter the amount of time you want to count down. 3 Press S...

Page 18 - Term Definition

Microwave terms. 18 Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: metal or foil touching the side of the oven. foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes. recycled paper tow...

Page 19 - Care and cleaning of the microwave oven.; Helpful Hints; Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of this oven.; How to Clean the Inside; How to Clean the Outside; or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave.

Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. GEAppliances.com 19 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. How to Clean the Inside Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Part...

Page 20 - Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven; Troubleshooting Tips.

20 Problem Possible Causes What To Do Oven will not start A fuse in your home may be 5HSODFHIXVHRUUHVHWFLUFXLWEUHDNHU blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Power surge. 8QSOXJWKHPLFURZDYHRYHQWKHQSOXJLWEDFNLQ Plug not fully inserted into wall 0DNHVXUHWKHSURQJSOXJRQWKHRYHQLVIXOO\LQVHUWHG outlet. in...

Page 23 - What GE Will Not Cover:; GE Microwave Oven Warranty.

23 All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care ® technician. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800. GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial and model numbers available when calling for service . ...