• This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly rounded outlet. See Grounding Instructions section on page 4. • GE does not support any servicing of the microwave. We strongly recommend that you do not attempt to service the microwave •...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT To reduce the risk of injury to persons: — Do not overheat the liquid. MICROWAVING — Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it. — Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. —...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS MICROWAVING (CONT.) GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS • Do not use recycled paper products. Recycled paper towels, WARNING! PREFERRED napkins and waxed paper can contain metal flecks which may METHOD cause arcing or ignite.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. ADAPTER PLUGS EXTENSION CORDS Usage situations where appliance’s A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from (Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada) power cord will be disconnected becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Features (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model 1. Door Latches. 2. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. 3. Convenience Guide. 700 Watts NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls 5.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Changing Power Levels Variable power levels add flexibility to Rest periods (when the microwave energy microwave cooking. The power levels on cycles off) give time for the food to the microwave oven can be compared to “equalize”...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Time Features (cont) Time Cook Guide – NOTE: Use power level Hi unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 7 to 10 min., Med-High (7) In 1 ⁄ -qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. (frozen spears) 10-oz.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Time Features (cont) Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length Defrosting Tips of time. See the Defrosting Guide for • Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be suggested times. defrosted in the package. Closed packages 1.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Time Features (cont) Add 30 Seconds It will add 30 seconds to the time Each touch will add 30 seconds, up to counting down each time the pad is 99 minutes and 99 seconds. pressed. The oven will start immediately when pressed.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Convenience Features (cont) Pizza Press PIZZA once for one slice of pizza, The Pizza feature is for reheating twice for two slices, three times for three 1 to 4 slices of pizza. slices and four times for four slices. The oven will start immediately after PIZZA is touched.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HELPFUL INFORMATION Microwave Terms Term Definition 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). •...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HELPFUL INFORMATION How to Clean the Outside Do not use cleaners containing Door Surface Case ammonia or alcohol on the It’s important to keep the area clean Clean the outside of the microwave microwave oven. Ammonia or with a sudsy cloth. Rinse and then where the door seals against the alcohol can damage the microwave.
• Return the product to the retail location where it was purchased. What GE Will Not Cover: • Customer instructions. This owner’s manual provides • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit information regarding operating instructions breakers.
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