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GE MW636 Owner's Manual

GE MW636 Owner's Manual

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49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:12 AM Page 1
Safety Information
Adapter Plugs . . . . . . .9
Arcing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Extension Cords . . . .10
Foods . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5
Grounding
Instructions . . . . . . . . .8
Microwave-Safe
Cookware . . . . . . . . .6, 7
Precautions to Avoid
Possible Exposure to
Excessive Microwave
Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Safety Precautions . .2, 3
Operating Instructions
Care and
Cleaning . . . . . . . .25, 26
Changing the
Power Level . . . . . . . .13
Features . . . . . . . . 19-21
Cooking Guide . .15, 16
Features of Your
Microwave Oven 11, 12
Other Features . . 22-23
Time Features . .14-19
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
__________________
#
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#
Find these numbers on
a label inside the oven.
www.GEAppliances.com
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call
For Service . . . . . . . . .27
Microwave Oven . . . .28
Consumer Support
Registration . . . . .29, 30
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . .31
Owner's
Manual
JES636
164D3370P161
49-40170
12-00 JR

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:12 AM Page 1 www.GEAppliances.com Safety Information Troubleshooting Tips Owner’s Adapter Plugs ..9 Before You Call Manual Arcing ....4 For Service .
  • Page 2 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:12 AM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. 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.
  • Page 3 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:12 AM Page 3 www.GEAppliances.com Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. Do not mount this appliance Do not let power cord hang over a sink. over edge of table or counter. Do not mount the microwave To reduce the risk of fire in oven over or near any portion...

  • Page 4: Foods

    49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:12 AM Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! ARCING If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term Metal, such as twist-ties, for sparks in the oven. Arcing poultry pins, or gold-rimmed is caused by: dishes, in the microwave.
  • Page 5 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:12 AM Page 5 www.GEAppliances.com Spontaneous boiling—Under SUPERHEATED WATER certain special circumstances, Microwaved water and other liquids may start to boil liquids do not always bubble during or shortly after when they reach the boiling removal from the microwave point.
  • Page 6 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:12 AM Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used in Do not use recycled paper your microwave oven is suitable products. Recycled paper for microwaving. Most glass towels, napkins and waxed casseroles, cooking dishes, paper can contain metal...
  • Page 7 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:12 AM Page 7 www.GEAppliances.com “Boilable” cooking pouches Plastic cookware—Plastic and tightly closed plastic bags cookware designed for should be slit, pierced or microwave cooking is very vented as directed by useful, but should be used package. If they are not, carefully.

  • Page 8: Instructions

    49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:12 AM Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! 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 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:12 AM Page 9 www.GEAppliances.com ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently. Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, (Adapter plugs not we strongly recommend against the permitted in Canada) use of an adapter plug. However, if Align large prongs/slots you still elect to use an adapter,...
  • Page 10 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:12 AM Page 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! EXTENSION CORDS A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them. If an extension cord is used—...
  • Page 11 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:12 AM Page 11 About the features of your microwave oven. www.GEAppliances.com Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 650 Watts Features of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.

  • Page 12: Power Level

    49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:12 AM Page 12 About the features of your microwave oven. You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. TIME COOK TIME DEFROST 30 SEC. POWER LEVEL POPCORN REHEAT EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK BEVERAGE AUTO DEFROST EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
  • Page 14 START/PAUSE...
  • Page 15 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:13 AM Page 15 www.GEAppliances.com Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus In 1 ⁄ -qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup (fresh spears) 1 lb. 8 to 10 min., Med-High (7) water.
  • Page 16 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:13 AM Page 16 About the time features. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Corn In 1-qt. casserole, place (frozen kernel) 10-oz. package 5 to 8 min. 2 tablespoons water. Corn on the cob In round glass baking dish, place (fresh) 1 to 3 ears 4 to 5 min.

  • Page 18: Defrosting Guide

    49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:13 AM Page 18 About the time features. Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 4 to 6 min. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 9 to 12 min.
  • Page 19 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:13 AM Page 19 www.GEAppliances.com 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 EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10.
  • Page 22 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:13 AM Page 22 About the other features. Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will 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 23 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:13 AM Page 23 www.GEAppliances.com Timer This pad performs three functions: It operates as a minute timer. TIMER It can be set to delay cooking. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...

  • Page 24: Microwave Terms

    49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:13 AM Page 24 Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is Arcing caused by: metal or foil touching the side of the oven. foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
  • Page 25 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:13 AM Page 25 Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. www.GEAppliances.com Helpful Hints Open the oven door a few minutes after cooking to air out the inside. 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.
  • Page 26 49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:13 AM Page 26 Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. 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 27: For Service

    49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:13 AM Page 27 Before you call for service… www.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 Replace fuse or reset Oven will not start A fuse in your home...

  • Page 28: Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven

    49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:13 AM Page 28 Before you call for service… 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 29 You can rest easy, knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs. 800-626-2224 Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at for more information. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S.
  • Page 30 Our service number is a safety modification. 800 GE CARES (800-432-2737). Model Number Serial Number Important: If you did not get a registration card with your product, detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered, or register online at www.GEAppliances.com.
  • Page 31 One Year defect in materials or workmanship. During this From the date of the one-year limited warranty, GE will also provide, free of original purchase charge, all labor to replace the defective part. You will be responsible for any in-home service costs.

  • Page 32: Consumer Support

    Contact Us www.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...

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