GE 164D3370P211 Owner's Manual
GE 164D3370P211 Owner's Manual

GE 164D3370P211 Owner's Manual

General electric microwave oven owner's manual

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Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Auto Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . .29, 30
Changing Power Level . . . . . .14
Features of Your
Microwave Oven . . . . . . . .12, 13
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . .28
Other Features . . . . . . . . . 26, 27
Sensor Features . . . . . . . . .22–25
Time Features . . . . . . . . . .15–20
Troubleshooting Tips
Things That Are Normal
With Your Microwave Oven . . .32
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Write the model and serial numbers here:
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Model #
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Serial #
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the oven.
www.GEAppliances.com
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Owner's Manual
JES1456
164D3370P211 49-40252 03-02 JR

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  • Page 1 Changing Power Level ..14 Features of Your Microwave Oven ..12, 13 Microwave Terms ...28 Other Features ..26, 27 Sensor Features .
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use. Read and follow the specific precautions in the Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy section above.
  • Page 3 See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual. GE does not support any servicing of the microwave. We strongly recommend that you do not attempt to service the microwave yourself.
  • Page 4 Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). FOODS Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers—for example,...
  • Page 5 SUPERHEATED WATER Microwaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they reach the boiling point. They can actually get superheated and not bubble at all. Superheated liquid will bubble up out of the cup when it is moved or when something like a spoon or tea bag is put into it.
  • Page 6 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 trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used.
  • Page 7 “Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by package. If they are not, plastic could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in injury. Also, plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered because they form a tight seal.
  • Page 8: Grounding Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
  • Page 9: Adapter Plugs

    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 CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two-prong wall receptacle by the...
  • Page 10: Extension Cords

    Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them. If an extension cord is used— If you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times may be longer, too. WARNING! The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;...
  • Page 11: Save These Instructions

    www.GEAppliances.com READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 12 About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1100 Watts Features of the Oven NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.
  • Page 13: Cooking Controls

    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 TIME COOK Press once or twice AUTO/TIME DEFROST Press twice EXPRESS COOK ADD 30 SEC POWER LEVEL Sensor Features and Auto Feature Press...
  • Page 14 Select desired power level 1–10. Press START. Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking. The power levels on the microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range. Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time.
  • Page 15 About the time features. Time Cook Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. Press TIME COOK. Enter cooking time.
  • Page 16 About the time features. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package Beans (fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half (frozen green) 10-oz. package (frozen lima) 10-oz.
  • Page 17 Vegetable Amount Corn (frozen kernel) 10-oz. package Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears (frozen) 1 ear 2 to 6 ears Mixed vegetables (frozen) 10-oz. package Peas (fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. unshelled (frozen) 10-oz. package Potatoes (fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes white) (6 to 8 oz.
  • Page 18 About the time features. Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. (Auto Defrost explained in the About the auto feature section.) Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST twice. Enter defrosting time. Press START.
  • Page 19: Defrosting Guide

    Defrosting Guide Food Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 3 to 7 min. Fruit Plastic pouch—1 or 2 (10-oz. package) Meat Bacon (1 lb.) Franks (1 lb.)
  • Page 20 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 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.
  • Page 21 About the auto feature. Guide Auto Defrost The Auto/Time Defrost feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST once for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost. Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish weighing up to six pounds.
  • Page 22 Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.
  • Page 23 Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces. Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave.
  • Page 24 About the sensor features. How to Change the Automatic Settings To reduce time by 10%: Press 1 after the feature pad. To add 10% to cooking time: Press 9 after the feature pad. Reheat The Reheat feature reheats single servings of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers.
  • Page 25 How to Change the Automatic Settings To reduce time by 10%: Press 1 after the feature pad. To add 10% to cooking time: Press 9 after the feature pad. How to Change the Automatic Settings (automatic settings for fresh and frozen vegetables cannot be adjusted on some models) To reduce time by 10%:...
  • Page 26: About The Other Features

    About the other features. Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display FOOD IS READY and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF. Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving.
  • Page 27 Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CLEAR/OFF for about three seconds. When the control panel is locked, an L will be displayed to the extreme right. Timer On/Off Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating.
  • Page 28: Microwave Terms

    Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: Covering Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape.
  • Page 29: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. 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...
  • Page 30 How to Clean the Outside Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave. Case Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth.
  • Page 31: Before You Call For Service

    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 Oven will not start Control panel lighted, yet oven will not start “SENSOR ERROR”...
  • Page 32 Food amount too large for Sensor Reheat Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven 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 power levels other than high.
  • Page 33 Notes. www.GEAppliances.com...
  • Page 34 Notes.
  • Page 35: One Year Limited Warranty

    Properly pack your unit. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials. Return the product to the retail location where it was purchased. What GE Will Not Cover: Customer instruction. This owner’s manual provides information regarding operating instructions and user controls.
  • Page 36: Consumer Support

    800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Contact Us If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to:...

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