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Over the Range Microwave Oven Owner’s Manual Important Safety Information Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy Special Notes About Microwaving Operating Instructions Features of Your Microwave The Controls on Your Microwave Time Features Convenience Features Other Features...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges. This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
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• As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children. • Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. FOODS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • The metal shelf (if included) not installed correctly so it touches the microwave wall.
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Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS...
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Some cookware is labeled “suitable for microwaving.” How to test for a microwave- safe dish. • If you are not sure if a dish is microwave-safe, use this test: Place in the...
Follow these guidelines: 1 Use microwave-safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer’s recommendations. 2 Do not microwave empty containers. 3 Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision. • When preparing...
For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker. Available at extra cost from your GE supplier, or see the Hotpoint Service numbers. JX81J JX40, JX41...
Operating Instructions Features of Your Microwave (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) Features 1 Door Handle. Pull to open the door. The door must be securely latched for the microwave to operate. 2 Door Latches.
Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) You can microwave by time, temperature or with the convenience features. Time Features Time Cooking Press TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) TIME DEFROST MINUTE COOK (Press 1–6)
Quick Start GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you begin, check the guide located on the inside front of the oven when you open the door. Convenience Features Press POPCORN BEVERAGE REHEAT AUTO DEFROST GUIDES IN BOOK • Cooking • Time Defrost •...
1–10. 5 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. High (power level 10) or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100% power.
LEVEL. Select a desired power level 1–10.) 4 Press START. 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.
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Cooking Guide for Time Cook I & II 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.
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Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook I & II 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 9 to 12 min. (frozen) 10-oz.
If the food is in a foil container, transfer it to a microwave-safe dish. • Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork, should not be allowed to sit out for more than one hour after defrosting.
Place unopened package in oven. Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting. 2 to 5 min. Place unopened package in oven. Microwave just until franks can be separated. Let stand 5 minutes, if necessary, to complete defrosting. 5 to 7 min.
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Time Features Minute Cook Add 30 Seconds This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1 –6 minutes. Press one of the Minute 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.
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Operating Instructions Convenience Features Popcorn (less time) (more time) Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 to 3.5 ounces. How to Use the Popcorn Feature 1 Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 3.0 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces.
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Reheat Reheat Guide Food Type 1 Pasta 2 Meats and casseroles 3 Fruits and vegetables 4 Beverages (8–10 oz.) 5 Sauces and gravies 6 Pizza (slices) 7 Plate of leftovers (2–3 foods, 4 oz. each) The Reheat feature reheats servings of many previously cooked foods.
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Operating Instructions Convenience Features Beverage The Beverage feature heats 4 ounce, 8 ounce or 12 ounce servings of any beverage. Press BEVERAGE. The oven starts immediately. The serving size is automatically set at 4 ounces, but can be changed by tapping BEVERAGE to select 8 or 12 ounces.
4–5 6–7 9–10 12–13 14–15 • Remove meat from package and place on microwave-safe dish. • Twice during defrost, the oven signals TURN. At each TURN signal, turn the food over. Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil.
Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Cooking Complete Reminder Clock To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display “END” and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF.
To turn the clock display off, press and hold 0 for about three seconds. Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 24 hours. 1 Press DELAY START. 2 Enter the time you want the oven to start.
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Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Timer On/Off Start/Pause Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating. To use the timer as a minute timer when the oven is not operating: 1 Press TIMER ON/OFF.
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,...
Vent Fan The vent fan removes steam and other vapors from surface cooking and cools internal parts in the microwave oven. Press to turn the surface light on or off. When the microwave oven is off, you may operate the...
Microwave Terms Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • metal or foil touching the side of the oven. • foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like •...
Nev er use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave. Shelf (if included) Clean with mild soap and water or in the dishwasher. Do not clean in a self- cleaning oven.
We recommend against using cleaners with ammonia or alcohol, as they can damage the appearance of the microwave oven. If you choose to use a common household cleaner, first apply the cleaner directly to a clean cloth, then wipe the soiled area.
Light Bulb Replacement Cooktop Light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 120 volt, 40-watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your GE supplier. Oven Light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 120 volt, 40-watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your GE supplier.
It also prevents flames from foods on the cooktop from damaging the inside of the microwave. To remove, grasp the loop and slide the filter to the left side. Pull the filter down and out.
Charcoal Filter (on some models) The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must be replaced. Order Part No. WB02X11124 from your GE supplier. To Remove Charcoal Filter Remove 3 grille screws at the top of the oven. To Install Charcoal Filter...
What to Do • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in. • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet.
• Dull thumping sound while oven is operating. • The vent fan operating while the microwave is operating. The vent fan will not go off nor can it be turned off until the microwave is off.
Get on-line and schedule your service at your convenience any day of the year! GE supports the Universal Design concept—products, services and environments that can be used by people of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize...
Hotpoint Service Numbers We’ll Be There! Parts and Accessories Hotpoint.com 800.626.2002 Register Your Appliance Hotpoint.com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home. (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.) Order on-line today, every day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business...
GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the service calls to your home.