Page 2 - Do Not Attempt; Do Not Place; Do Not Operate; The Oven Should Not; 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 this applianceonly in...
Page 4 - FOODS; If you see arcing, press the; ARCING
Customer Service Troubleshooting 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 pins...
Page 5 - SUPERHEATED WATER
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service 5 ■ SUPERHEATED WATER Microwaved water and otherliquids do not always bubblewhen they reach the boilingpoint. They can actually getsuperheated and not bubble at all. Superheated liquid will bubbleup out of the cup when ...
Page 6 - MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE
Customer Service Troubleshooting 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 a...
Page 8 - GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Customer Service Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical shortcircuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing anescape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a power cord...
Page 9 - TEMPORARY CONNECTION; DO NOT USE; Do not use an adapter plug; ADAPTER PLUGS
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting 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 sti...
Page 10 - EXTENSION CORDS
Customer Service Troubleshooting 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 us...
Page 11 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service 11 Read and follow this SafetyInformation carefully. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Page 12 - You can find them on a label inside the oven.; Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.
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 o...
Page 13 - Read this Manual; If You Need Service; Safety Information
GE & You, A Service Partnership. Inside you will find many helpfulhints on how to use and maintainyour microwave oven properly.Just a little preventive care on yourpart can save you a great deal oftime and money over the life ofyour microwave oven. Read this Manual Ask any GE appliance owner and...
Page 14 - About the features of your microwave oven.; Features of the Oven; Window with Metal Shield.; Touch Control Panel and Display.; must
Customer Service Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 14 1100 Watts Features of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be...
Page 15 - Cooking Controls; Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.; Time Features
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature. POPCORN BEVERAGE BAKED POTATO VEGETABLE AUTO/TIME DEF. REHEAT AUTO/TIME DEF. TIME COOK 1 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPRESS COOK 5 EXPRESS...
Page 16 - About changing the power level.
Customer Service Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information About changing the power level. 16 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 countd...
Page 17 - About the time features.; Time Cook
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service 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...
Page 18 - Cooking Guide for Time Cook; Vegetable
Customer Service Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information About the time features. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. 18 Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 5 to 8 min., In 1 1 ⁄ 2 -qt. oblong glass bak...
Page 20 - Time Defrost; Auto Defrost; Power level 7
Customer Service Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 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 AUTO/TIME DE...
Page 21 - Food
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service Food Time Comments Breads, CakesBread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Rearrange after half the time. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Fish and SeafoodFillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min. Shellfish, small pieces...
Page 22 - Express Cook; POWER LEVEL; Add 30 Seconds
Customer Service Troubleshooting 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 p...
Page 23 - About the auto feature.
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting 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 and...
Page 24 - Humidity Sensor; Sensor Features; About the sensor features.
Customer Service Troubleshooting 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. ■ The proper containers and covers are ess...
Page 25 - Popcorn; Beverage; BEVERAGE
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting 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 the centerof the microwave. Press POPCOR...
Page 26 - Reheat
Customer Service Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information About the sensor features. 26 Reheat The Reheat feature reheats single servings of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers. Place covered food in the oven. Press REHEAT. The oven starts immediately. The oven sig...
Page 27 - Baked Potato
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service Baked Potato The Baked Potato feature cooks 1/2–2 lbs. of potatoes. Pierce skin with fork and place potatoes on theturntable. If cooking three or more potatoes,arrange in a star pattern. Press BAKED POTATO. The oven sta...
Page 28 - About the other features.; Clock; FOOD IS READY; Cooking Complete Reminder; Help
Customer Service Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information About the other features. 28 Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of daywhile microwaving. Press CLOCK. Enter time of day. Select AM or PM. Press START or CLOCK. 1 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPR...
Page 29 - Reminder
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service 29 Reminder The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock, and can be used at any time, even when the oven isoperating. The Reminder time can be set up to 24 hours later. Press REMINDER. Enter the time you want t...
Page 30 - Sound
Customer Service Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information About the other features. 30 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 t...
Page 32 - Care and cleaning of the microwave oven.; Helpful Hints; Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of this oven.; How to Clean the Inside; Removable Turntable and Turntable Support
Customer Service Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. 32 Helpful Hints Open the oven door a few minutes after cooking to airout the inside. An occasional thorough wiping with asolution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh...
Page 33 - How to Clean the Outside; Case
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Customer Service 33 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 clot...
Page 34 - Before you call for service...; Problem; Oven will not start
Customer Service Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Before you call for service… 34 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 A...
Page 36 - Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
Before you call for service… 36 Customer Service Troubleshooting 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 th...
Page 39 - GE Microwave Oven Warranty.; One Year; limited; Nine Years; For each of the above warranties:; What GE Will Not Cover:
GE Microwave Oven Warranty. All warranty service provided by an authorized CustomerCare ® technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES. This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchasedfor home use within the USA. Some states do not allow the exclusion...
Page 40 - Service Telephone Numbers.; GE Answer Center; In-Home Repair Service; Service Satisfaction
Service Telephone Numbers. The GE Answer Center ® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. GE Answer Center ® 800.626.2000 Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737) TDD 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to ass...
