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GE PVM2170 Owner's Manual

GE PVM2170 Owner's Manual

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Operating Instructions
Convenience Features . . . . . . . 12,13
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Oven Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Time Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10,11
Things That Are Normal . . . . . . . . 18
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model # __________________________
Serial # __________________________
You can find them on a label when the
door is open.
GEAppliances.com
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Owner's Manual
PVM2170
49-40644 02-11 GE

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Warranty ..... . 19 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # __________________________ Serial # __________________________ You can find them on a label when the 49-40644 02-11 GE door is open.

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy: PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    GEAppliances.com IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. Thermometer—Do not use regular cooking or oven for e xample, closed jars—are able to explode and should thermometers when cooking by microwave. The metal and not be heated in this microwave oven. Such use of the mercury in these thermometers could cause arcing and microwave oven could result possible damage to the oven.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! FOODS Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless Foods cooked in liquids (such as pasta) may in a special microwave popcorn accessory tend to boil more rapidly than foods containing less or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in moisture.
  • Page 5 GEAppliances.com MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Do not operate the oven in the microwave mode without the turntable and the turntable support seated and in place. The turntable must be unrestricted so it can rotate. 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 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. This appliance must be Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third grounded.
  • Page 7 When replacing a 36” range hood, filler panel kits fill in the additional width to provide a custom See back cover to order by phone or at ge.com. built-in appearance. For installation between cabinets only; not for end- of-cabinet installation.
  • Page 8 Control Panel and Dial. Energy Saver Feature (on some models) Your GE microwave has an Energy Saver feature. Many electronic appliances, including Microwaves, consume electric power while they are switched off or in a standby mode. Eliminating standby power can reduce your operating costs.

  • Page 9: Convenience Features

    About the cooking features of your microwave oven. GEAppliances.com OOKING AMILY EFROST NACKS TART AUSE ANCEL TEAM IMER ETTINGS 30 S on/off Cooking Controls check the convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press Enter COOKING MENU Food type, Cook Type, etc. DEFROST Time, Weight, Food Type or 1lb Quick Defrost SETTINGS...
  • Page 10 About the time features. Using the Dial Pressing the dial can also be used in place You can make selections on the oven by of the START/PAUSE button for quicker turning the dial and pressing it to enter programming of the oven. the selection.
  • Page 11 GEAppliances.com Time Defrost Defrosting Tips EFROST Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be Use Time Defrost to defrost for a selected defrosted in the package. Closed packages length of time. should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER Press the DEFROST button. food has partially defrosted.
  • Page 12 About the convenience features. Weight Defrost Turn the dial to the food weight, (do not use the shelves using the Conversion Guide below. when microwave cooking.) EFROST For example, dial 1.2 for 1.2 pounds Use Weight Defrost for meat, poultry and fish (1 pound, 3 oz.) Press the dial to enter.
  • Page 13 About the MyPyramid Feature. GEAppliances.com MyPyramid Feature For non-sensor food, you may open the door during cooking to check the food. Close the Allows you to microwave healthy food choices door and press START to resume cooking. by servings or with sensor. NOTE: Do not use the sensor features twice in Press MyPyramid pad.
  • Page 14 About the sensor microwave features. Steam Close the door and press START/PAUSE to resume cooking. TEAM Use the Steam feature to steam certain pre- programmed foods. For best performance, please NOTE: The NordicWare Rice Cooker/Steamer Bowl use a NordicWare Rice Cooker/Steamer Bowl. should be used for best cooking results.
  • Page 15 About changing the power level. GEAppliances.com The power level may be entered or changed A lower setting will cook more evenly and need immediately after entering the time for Time less stirring or rotating of the food. Some foods Cook, Time Defrost or Express Cook. The may have better flavor, texture or appearance power level may also be changed during time if one of the lower settings is used.
  • Page 16 About the sensor microwave features. humidity Sensor What happens when using the Sensor Features: The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food. Covered Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food.
  • Page 17 Microwave terms. GEAppliances.com Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: n metal or foil touching the side of the oven. n foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). n metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
  • Page 18 About the other features. Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, oven door or press the CANCEL/OFF button. the oven will display YOUR FOOD IS READY and beep once a minute until you either open the Clock Press Settings to accept the time.
  • Page 19 GEAppliances.com Turntable On/Off Turn the dial to select Turntable ON or Turntable OFF. Press the dial to enter. For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. ETTINGS It can be turned off for large dishes. Sometimes the turntable can become too hot to touch.

  • Page 20: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning of the oven. helpful hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. be sure the power is off before cleaning any part of this oven. how to Clean the Inside Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel;...
  • Page 21 ANCEL IMER ETTINGS 30 S on/off GE supplier. unscrewing the bulb. To replace the cooktop light/nite light, first Screw in the new bulb, then raise the light disconnect the power at the main fuse or cover and replace the screw. Connect circuit breaker panel, or pull the plug.
  • Page 22 About the exhaust feature. Vent Fan charcoal filter (on some models). The vent fan has two metal reusable vent filters. Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter. OOKING EFROST TEAM TART AUSE ANCEL ETTINGS 30 S IMER on/off...
  • Page 23 The charcoal filter should be replaced when it is be replaced. Order Part No. WB02X10943 from noticeably dirty or discolored (usually after 6 to your GE supplier. 12 months, depending on usage). See “Optional Kits,” page 7, If the model is not vented to the outside, for more information.
  • Page 24 Before you call for service… Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven Moisture on the oven door and walls while TV-radio interference might be noticed cooking. Wipe the moisture off with a while using the microwave. Similar paper towel or soft cloth. to the interference caused by other small appliances, it does not indicate a problem Moisture between the oven door panels...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting Tips

    Before you call for service… GEAppliances.com 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 A fuse in your home may be • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
  • Page 26 Before you call for service… Problem Possible Causes What To Do Vent fan comes on The vent fan automatically turns • This is normal. automatically on to protect the microwave if it senses too much heat rising from the cooktop below. SENSOR ERROR appears When using a Sensor feature, • Do not open door until steam is sensed and time on the display...
  • Page 27 Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. For The Period Of: What GE Will Provide: One Year Replacement unit for any product which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.. The exchange unit is warranted for the remainder of your product’s original one-year warranty.

  • Page 28: Consumer Support

    GEAppliances.com 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: General Manager, Customer Relations...