..2–6 Owner’s Manual Operating Instructions KOR-134K Convenience Features ..14–16 Microwave Terms ... .18 Other Features ...16, 17 Oven Features .
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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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GEAppliances.com WARNING! ARCING If you see arcing, press PAUSE/CLEAR and correct the problem. s Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins or gold- Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. rimmed dishes, in the microwave. Arcing is caused by: s Recycled paper towels containing small metal s Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE s Cookware may become hot because of heat Make sure to use suitable cookware during microwave cooking. Most glass casseroles, cooking transferred from the heated food. Pot holders dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or may be needed to handle the cookware.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING — Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. This appliance must be grounded. In the event of If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the your personal responsibility and obligation to have risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. 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 TEMPORARY Align large CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two-prong wall...
About the features of your microwave oven. GEAppliances.com Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1000 Watts Features of the Oven Door Latches. Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning.
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About the features of your microwave oven. You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Press Enter Option TIME COOK Amount of cooking time more/less time Turn dial DEFROST Press once Food weight Press twice...
About changing the power level. GEAppliances.com The power level may be entered or Rest periods (when the microwave changed before entering the time for energy cycles off) give time for the food Time Cook. to “equalize” or transfer heat to the inside of the food.
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About the time features. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use HI power level 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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GEAppliances.com Time Defrost Defrosting Tips s Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be Allows you to defrost for a selected length defrosted in the package. Closed packages of time. See the Defrosting Guide for should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER suggested times.
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About the time features. Express Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for 30 seconds. The oven will start immediately. It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed. More Time/Less Time Press MORE or LESS during the time Pressing MORE will add 10 seconds to countdown.
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GEAppliances.com Sequence Programming The oven allows you to automatically begin microwave cooking after defrosting, or automatically begin browning after microwave cooking. Defrost and Time Cook Select either Auto Defrost or Time Defrost. Turn the dial to enter the food weight or defrosting time.
About the convenience features. Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than If you find that the brand of popcorn you 1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces.
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GEAppliances.com Auto Cook To add time during countdown: The Auto Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety Pressing MORE will add 10 seconds of of foods. cooking time each time the button is pressed. Press AUTO COOK.
About the convenience features. Auto Defrost There is a handy guide located on the inside The Defrost feature gives you two ways to front of the oven. defrost frozen foods. Press DEFROST once for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost. Guide Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish weighing up to 6.5 pounds.
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GEAppliances.com Pause/Clear without opening the door or clearing the In addition to cancelling selections, display. Press START to restart the oven. PAUSE/CLEAR allows you to stop cooking Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave oven from being accidentally started or used by children.
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. 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, Browner Element and Reflector, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel, others may require a damp cloth.
Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the chart below and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Oven will not start A fuse in your home may be •...
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