..2–6 Owner’s Manual Operating Instructions KOG-1MOT Browning Features ..16, 17 Convenience Features ..14, 15 Grilling Features ..18, 19 Microwave Terms .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door...
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www.GEAppliances.com WARNING! ARCING If you see arcing, press CLEAR/OFF and correct the problem. s Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins or gold- Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: rimmed dishes, in the microwave. s Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE s Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap Make sure to use suitable cookware during microwave cooking. Most glass casseroles, cooking can be used to cover dishes in order to retain dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or moisture and prevent spattering.
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www.GEAppliances.com BROWNING AND GRILLING SAFETY s Use the black metal tray when browning or s Use of the browner rack: grilling. Use the tray in the same way you would — Place the dish directly on the rack. use a shallow baking pan or baking tray. Place food, oven-safe cookware or the browner rack —...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently. Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, (Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada) we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug. However, if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes permit, a Align large prongs/slots...
About the features of your oven. www.GEAppliances.com Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1000 Watts Features of the Oven Door Latches Black Metal Tray Put food or appropriate cookware directly on Window with Metal Shield the black metal tray and place on the turntable support when using browning or grilling Screen allows cooking to be viewed while...
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About the features of your oven. You can microwave by time, or with the convenience features, or cook using the browning and grilling features. Selector Dial—Turn to make selections and press to enter. Cooking Controls Press Enter Option MICRO Amount of cooking time more/less time DEFROST Turn dial to AUTO...
Using the microwave features. www.GEAppliances.com Make sure the turntable support and glass turntable are in place when microwaving. s Place food or microwavable container directly on the glass turntable to cook your food. s Center the glass turntable on the turntable support.
About the timed microwave features. Micro Cook Allows you to microwave for any time You may open the door during Micro Cook up to 99 minutes. to check the food. Close the door and press START to resume cooking. High power level (10) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility.
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www.GEAppliances.com Cooking Guide for Micro Cook NOTE: Use High power level (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 6 to 9 min., In 1 ⁄ -qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. Med-High (7) (frozen spears) 10-oz.
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About the timed microwave features. Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length Defrosting Tips of time. See the Defrosting Guide for s Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be suggested times. (Auto Defrost explained defrosted in the package. Closed packages in the About the convenience microwave should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER features section.)
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www.GEAppliances.com Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 3 to 5 min. Rearrange after half the time. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 8 min. Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 5 to 7 min.
About the convenience microwave features. Popcorn Make sure the turntable support and glass turntable are in place when microwaving. To use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using Micro Cook if the package is less than 3.0 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave.
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www.GEAppliances.com Auto Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and (Time Defrost is explained in the About the time microwave features section.) fish weighing up to 6.0 pounds. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. s Remove meat from package and place Auto Defrost automatically sets the on microwave-safe dish.
Using the browning features. s Use the black metal tray in the same way Make sure the turntable support and black metal tray are in place when browning. you would use a shallow baking pan or baking tray. The browning features use a combination s In addition to the cookware provided, of microwaves and heat from the top and you can use non-metal casserole dishes,...
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www.GEAppliances.com Manual Browning Make sure the turntable support and black Change the microwave power level if metal tray are in place when browning. you don’t want full power. (Press POWER; turn the dial to set the power The Manual browning features allow you to level and press the dial to enter.) adjust the amount of microwave and heater Press the dial or START to begin...
Using the grilling features. s In addition to the cookware provided, Make sure the turntable support and black metal tray are in place when grilling. you can use non-metal casserole dishes, pie plates and other heat-safe cookware. The grilling features use direct heat from Place them directly on the black metal the top and bottom elements to cook fresh tray or browner rack.
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www.GEAppliances.com Manual Grilling Make sure the turntable support and black Turn the dial to enter cook time and metal tray are in place when grilling. press the dial to enter. Press the dial or START to begin The Manual grilling features allow you to cooking.
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.
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www.GEAppliances.com Beeper On/Off The button beep can be turned on or off. Press OPTIONS. Turn the dial to BEEPER and press the dial to enter. Turn the dial to select ON or OFF and press the dial to enter. NOTE: The MUTE indicator will be lit when the button beep is turned OFF.
Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: s metal or foil touching the side of the oven. s foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). s metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. www.GEAppliances.com 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 Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Heating Elements, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel, others may require a damp cloth.