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Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy ............2
Operating Instructions, Tips
Aluminum Foil ................,..........4, 21,24,26
Auto Defrost .................................................2O
Auto Defrost Guide .....................................2 1
Automatic Fan Feature ............................5. 7
Auto Roast .............................................22, 23
Auto Simmer ................................................23
Auto Start/Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Beeper Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Beverage Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Control Panel ..............................................8, 9
Cook Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Cooking by Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Cooking by Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13
Cooking Complete Reminder ...................l O
Cooking Guide .............................................27
Defrosting by Time.................................,.... 18
Defrosting Guide .........................................26
Delayed Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Exhaust Fan...............................,...5, 9,31,32
Express Cook Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Glossary of Microwave Terms .................24
Heating or Reheating Guide .....................25
Hold Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...................................1 1
Kitchen Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Microwaving Tips ..........................................6
Minute Pad.......................................................8
Oven Shelf ......................4, 5, 10, 14,28,29
Popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Power Levels
........2,7,8,
11,
Reheat Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Snacks Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 15
Temperature
Probe
GE Appliances
12,14,
17-20,22,25-27
4,8-11,
19,22,23,29
Problem Solver ..............................33
More questions ?...call
GE Answer Center@ 800.626.2000
Care and Cleaning ...................29-32
Exhaust Fan ............................................31, 32
Grease Filter ..................................................3 1
Light Bulb Replacement ............................30
Oven Shelf .....................................................29
Temperature Probe .....................................29
Installation
.........................................32
Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Extension Cords ...........................................32
Grounding instructions ..............................32
Consumer Services
Appliance Registration .................................2
Important Phone Numbers .......................35
Model and Serial Number Location ..........2
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
Microwave power output
of thk oven k 850 watts.
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Page 1: Problem Solver
GE Appliances , . , ; ’ . . SpacemakeP M;crowave Oven Problem Solver ...33 More questions ?...call GE Answer Center@ 800.626.2000 Care and Cleaning ...29-32 Exhaust Fan ...31, 32 Grease Filter ...3 1 Light Bulb Replacement ...30 Oven Shelf ...29 Temperature Probe ...29... -
Page 2: With Your Microwave Oven
Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your phone number): Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 Write down the model and serial numbers. You’ll find them on a label inside the oven. - Page 3 —Remove wire twist-tiw and meti han~es from paper or pkstic containers before placing them in the oven. —Do not use your microwave oven to dry newspapers. —Do not use recycled paper products. Recycled paper toweh, napkins and w~ed paper can...
- Page 4 * Do not bofl eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure will build up inside egg yolk aud will cause it to burst, possibly resulting in injury.
- Page 5 —When flaming foods are under the hood, turn the fan off. The fan, if operating, may spread the flame. SAVE T~SE INSTRUCTIONS Available at extra cost from your GE supplier. JX40WH FfllerPanel Kt (for model JX41 FiMer Panel Mt (for models WW40BL and NM241BL). JMO Glass...
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Page 6: If You Need Service
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to: Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 ~CROWAmG TWS Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap can be used to cover dishes in order to retain moisture and prevent spattering. - Page 7 AUTO~TIC FAN FEATU~ This microwave oven has an automatic fan feature to protect it from too much heat rising from the cooktop or range beneath it. It automatically turns on at a low speed if it senses too much heat.
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Page 8: Add 30 Seconds
YOUR TOUCH CONTROL PA~L The Touch Control Panel allows you to set the touch of a It’s designed to be easy to use and understand. finger. 1. DISPLAY. Displays time of day, time or temperature during cooking functions, power level being used, cooking mode and instmctions. - Page 9 > BEVERAGE Vent Fan When You Plug in the Oven The display panel displays “88888”, “18 POWER” and dl of the oven functions. After 15 seconds, dl lights disappear and “RESET” appears in the upper portion. Touch the CLEAWO~ pad, set the Clock and oven is ready for use.
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Page 10: Cooking Complete Reminder
10. Cooktop Light. 11. Automatic Cooking Guide. 12. Oven Floor. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven. This is to certify that this unit has been tested in conformance with AMCA Bulletin No. -
Page 11: Holding Time
The Kitchen Timer The Kitchen Timer has 3 timing functions: It operates as a minute timer. It can be set to delay cooking. It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting. The Kitchen Timer operates without microwave energy. How to Time a 3-Minute Phone Call Step 1: Touch WTCHEN TIMER pad. - Page 12 Time Cook I Time Cook allows you to microwave for a preset amount of time. Power Level 10 (High) is recommended for most cooking, but you may change this for more flexibility. See the Cooking Guide. To become better acquainted with time cooking, make a cup of coffee by following the steps below.
- Page 13 Step 1: Touch AUTO START pad. (REMINDER) Step 2: Enter the time you want the oven to remind you. (Be sure your microwave oven clock shows the correct time of day. The reminder time can be setup to 12 hours later).
- Page 14 NOTE: Do NOT use the metil shelf with the Popcorn program. The Popcorn feature is designed to be used only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 to 3.5 ounces. Step 1: Remove the outer wrapper from the microwave popcorn. How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time If your favorite popcorn is not completely popped, there is a simple adjustment you can make.
- Page 15 How to Use the Snacks Feature (Snacks Codes 5 and 6) NOTE: See the previous page on how to use Snacks Codes 1 to 4. Step 1: Remove the food from the package, place in the oven on microwave-safe dish or container. Close the oven door.
- Page 16 The Reheat feature is a short-term program to automatically reheat a previously cooked food. The oven turns off automatically after a preset amount of time. Reheat The Reheat program makes it a snap to reheat many popular foods. Choose a code number from 1 to 6 (see Reheat Guide below).
- Page 17 With the Cook feature, the oven automatimlly sets the cooking times and power levels for you. How to Use the Cook Feature Step 1: Remove the food from the package, place in the oven on microwave-safe dish and close door. Step 2: Touch the COOK pad.
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Page 18: Defrosting Tips
DEFROST~G BY T~ Time Defrost is designed for speedy thawing of frozen food and is one of the great advantages of a microwave oven. Use the Time Defrost setting to quickly thaw foods such as bread, rolls, vegetables, fruits and frozen dinners. -
Page 19: Cooking Tips
Internal temperature is the best test of doneness for manv foods. Temp Cook to cook a variety of foods to the desired finished food temperature. The Time Cook I & II setting is recommended for batters, doughs, frozen foods and foods which are difficult to cook precisely with the probe. -
Page 20: Auto Defrost
Auto Defrost With the Auto Defrost feature, the oven automatically seti the defrosting times and power levels for you. How to Set Auto Defrost Before you begin, check the guide located at front of oven when you open the door. It shows minimum and maximum food weights for a variety of foods. - Page 21 AUTO DEFROST G~E 1. Unwrap item being defrosted. 2. Place roasts and whole poultry on trivet in microwave-safe dish. Check the food for warm spots halfway through defrosting, and shield these areas with small pieces of foil. RECOMMENDED MIN.-MAX. FOODS ~IGHT Chops -6.olbs-...
- Page 22 AUTO~TIC ROAST~G Auto Roast uses the temperature probe to cook to the desired serving temperature. Unlike Temp Cook, which uses a single power level, Auto Roast uses up to 3 power settings which automatically switch during roasting, thus providing even, tender cooking resul~ without overcooking.
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Page 23: Auto Simmer
Auto Roast Guide Place meats in a cooking bag in microwave-safe dish. (Refer to package instructions for proper use of cooking bag.) Food Code Beef (5 lb. max.) Tender Roast Medium Well Pork (5 lb. max.) Loin Roast Poultry (6 lb. max.) Turkey Breast horizontrdly (Insert probe... - Page 24 Arcing. Sparks caused by too much metal in the microwave oven or metal touching the side of the oven or foil that is not molded to food. Prick Foods to Release Pressure. Steam builds up pressure in foods that are tightly covered by a skin or membrane.
- Page 25 ~AT~G OR RE~AT~G GmE NOTE: Use Directions below are for heating or reheating already-cooked foods stored in refrigerator or at room temperature. Use microwave-safe cookware. Cover most foods for fastest heating. Exceptions are some sandwiches, griddle foods and baked items. Bubbling around edges of dish is no~al, since the center is the last to heat.
- Page 26 6 to 10 min. per lb. 3. Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking, 4. When defrosted, food should be cool but softened in all areas. If still slightly icy, return to microwave oven very briefly, or let stand a few minutes. Comments Rearrange after half of time.
- Page 27 Vegetables Vegetible Amount Asparagus (frozen spears) 1 lb (frozen spears) 1O-OZ. package Beans (fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half (frozen green) 1O-OZ. package (frozen lima) 10-oz. package Beeti (fresh, whole) 1 bunch Broccoli I bunch (1 X to 1X Ibs.) (fresh cut) (fresh spears) 1 bunch (1 X to 1 X Ibs.)
- Page 28 Pop popcorn on the microwave oven floor only. Use prepackaged popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens. When properly positioned, the...
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Page 29: Control Panel
Rinse and dry or wash in dishwasher. Shelf. Your shelf accessory is designed for use in a microwave oven only; do not use in a regular oven. Do not use a browning dish with the shelf. Arcing could occur. -
Page 30: Oven Light
Replace with 40-watt incandescent bulbs (WB02X4253) available from your GE supplier. High intensity 40-watt bulbs (40S 11 N/l), which are available in supermarkets and hardware stores, may also be used for replacements. Raise light compartment cover and replace screw. -
Page 31: Features
The disposable charcoal filter should be replaced when it is noticeably dirty or discolored (usually after 6 to 12 months, depending on hood usage). Order Part No. WB02X9883 from your GE supplier. DO NOT CLEAN THIS FILTER. DO NOT OPERATE YOUR HOOD WITHOUT ALL 3 FILTERS IN PLACE. - Page 32 T~ EX~UST FEATURE To Remove Charcoal Filter To remove the charcoal filter, disconnect power at main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull plug. Remove the top grille by takin~ off 2 screws which hold it in place. Grasp filter and slide toward front of oven.
- Page 33 If you need more help...call, toll free: GE Answer Center in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or has been forgotten or not seated properly in oven wdl when using Temp Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.
- Page 34 NOTES...
- Page 35 We’ll Be There With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that ifyou ever need information or assistance from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free! lmHome Repair Service 80MEXARES(80M32-2737) AGE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you.
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Page 36: Installation
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are in If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 Pafl No. 164 D2588P191 Pub. No. 49-8391...