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IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. 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 TOEXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY iiiiiiiiiiii_iii Do not operate the oven if it is damaged.
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www.GEAppliances.com SAFETY P RECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: WARNING To r educe,he risk o f b urns, Before performing any sei_4ce, disconnect the cooking center power supply at the e/ectric shock, fire,injurytopersonsor household disuibution panel by removing...
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IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. WARNING! SAFETY P RECAUTIONS Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Smother flaming pan by covering pan completely with weft-fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering with baking soda or, if available, a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.
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wvvvv.GEAppliances.com MICROWAVE OVEN Read and follow the specific "Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure ToExcessive Microwave Energy" section in this manual Toreduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers-for example, closed ..
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IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. A WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE 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. Some cookware is labeled "suitable for microwaving."...
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wvvvv.GEAppliances.com ARCING If you see arcing,press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the ..Metal, such as twist-ties, poulti T pins, or oven. Arcing is caused by." goM-rimmed dishes, in the microwave..
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IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. ALLTHESE THINGS A RENORMAL WITHYOUR MICROWAVE Steam or vapor escaping from around ..Some TV-radio interference might be the door. noticed while using your microwave oven. It's similar to the interference caused by Light reflection around the door or the other small appliances and does not outer case.
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www.GEPppliances.com WARNING! SELF-CLEANING LOWER OVEN Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottoms, except as suggested in this manual Improper installation of aluminum foil may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. Stand mvay from the oven when opening grease in the broiler pan can catch fire the oven door.
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Using the microwave oven controls. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model MICROWAVE OVEN SENSOR COOKING MIN/SEC MicrowaveOvenControlFeaturesand Settings Display ADD3OSEC Displays the time during cooking Each time you press this pad the set time is increased 30 seconds.
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www.GEAppliances.com MicrowaveOvenControlFeaturesandSettings REMINDER POWER LEVEL Tile REMINDER feature can be used like an Press to choose tile power level you want to set. Watch tile displ W while pressing this alarm clock, and it can be used at a W time, pad m select the power level you want to even when tile oven is operating.
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Changingthe microwave power level. The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for Time Cook, -time Defrost or Express Cook. The power level may also be changed during time countdown. To change the power level... Here aresomeexamplesof usesfor [77 Press tile TIMECOOKpador tile variouspower levels:...
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Using the timed microwave features, www.GEAppliances.com Time Cook I Allowsyouto microwave foranytimeup to99 [_] Press the START/PAUSEpad. minutesand99 seconds. You may open the door during Time Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, (look to check the food. Close the door butyou may change it for more flexibility.
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Using the timed microwave features. Cooking Guide For Time Cook. Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Amount Time Comments Asparagus 7 to 10 min. (freshspears) 1lb. In l_½-qt, c asserole, p lace 1/4 cupwater. Med-High(7) (frozenspears) 1O-oz. p ackage 5 to 8 min.
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www.GEAppliances.com A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting. This is normal when oven is not operating at High power. Time Defrost i ii Allowsyouto defrostfor a selected lengthof Defrosting tips time.SeetheDefrosting Guide forsuggested Foods frozen in paperorplasticcanbe times. ( AutoDefrost e xplained in theAboutthe defrosted in thepackage.
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Using the microwave sensorcooking 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. Sensor Cooking The proper containers and covers are essential fbr best sensor cooking. Always use microwave-sT@ containers and cover drain _@h lids or vented plastic X,_Tap.
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www.GEAppliances.com Beverage I.EVE.A°E 1 !i / Press the BEVERAGE p ad to heat a cup of coffee or odler beverage. Drinksheatedwith the Beveragefeature may be veryhot.Removethecontainer with care. Reheat TheReheat f eature reheats singleservings of Some foods not recommended for use with Iiii { ,i i !ii iil previously cooked foods or a plateof leftovers.
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Using the microwave sensorcooking features. Toreduce time by 10%: Press the 1pad after the feature pad. To add 10% to cooking time: Press the 9 pad after the feature pad. Potato ThePotatofeature cooks1/2-2 Ibs.ofpotatoes. POTATO ! Pierce skin _4dl fork and place potatoes on tim uu_table.
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Using the microwave auto feature. .OEAppli.noes.oom The Defrost Auto/-fime feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press Defrost Auto/-fime once for Auto Defrost or twice for -time Defrost. Defrost Auto/'fime Conversion Guide UseAutoDefrostformeat,poultryandfishup to 6pounds. U setime Defrostformostother If the weight of fL)od is stated in pounds frozen foods.
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Using the othermicrowave features. Cooking Complete Reminder: To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display FOODIS READY and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press the CLEAR/OFFpad. Clock Pressto enter the time of day or to check the time of d ay _hile microwaving.
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www.GEAppliances.com Child Lock-Out You maylockthecontrol p aneltopreventthe When the control panel is locked, an L i iii microwave frombeingaccidentally s tartedor _ill be displayed to dm extreme right. usedbychildren. To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold the CLEAR/OFF pad far about 3 seconds.
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Microwave terms. Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: the temperature probe sta)_ng in the oven but not inserted in the food. metal or foil touching the side of the oven. foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
Usingthe lower oven controls. v OEAppliancescom Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model CONVECTION OVEN LowerOven Control, Clock andtimerFeatures a ndSettings CLEAR/OFFPad Display Press dfis pad to cancel ALLoven operations Shows the time of day, oven temperaun'e, whether the oven is in the bake, broil or self: except the clock and timer.
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Special features of yourlower oven control Your new touch pad control has additional features that you may choose to use. The following are the features and how you may activate them. The special feature modes can only be activated while the display is showing the time of day. They remain in the control's memory until the steps are repeated.
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www.GEAppliances.com Tones at the End of a Timed Cycle At theendof a timedcycle, 3 shortbeepswill Press the KITCHENTIMERON/OFF soundfollowedby onebeepevery 6 seconds until pad. The display shows CONBEEP theCLEAR/OFF pad ispressed. T his continuous (continuous beep). Press the 6 second beepmaybe canceled. KITCHENTIMERON/OFF pad again.
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Special features of yourlower oven control Cook and Hold Your n ewcontrolhasa cookandholdfeaturethat Press the COOKING TIMEpad. keeps cooked foodswarmforup to 3 hoursafter The display will show Hid OFF. thecooking functionis finished. Press die COOKING TIMEpad again This feature can be used only at the end to activate the feaulre.
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Usingthe lower oven. w CEApplia.cescom Toavoid possible bums, place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on. Before you begin... The shelves have stop-locks, so flint when Toremove a shelf, pull it toward you, tilt placed con'ecfly on the supports, they will the front end tip and pull it out.
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Using the lower oven. How to Set the Oven for Broiling Press die BROIL HI/LOpad once for Place the meat or fish on the broiler HIBroil. grid in dm broiler pan. To change to LOBroil,press the Follow suggested shelfposidons the Broiling Guide. BROIL HI/LOpad again.
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Usingthe lower oven clock and timer, w .OEAppli,,oes.oom To Set the Clock The clock must be set to dm correct Press die CLOCK pad. time of day fbr the automatic oven timing Press die number pads. tractions to work properly. The time of day cannot be changed...
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Using the lower oven timed baking and roastingfeatures. NOTE: Foods that spoil easily-such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork-should not be allowed to sit for more than 1 hour before or after cooking. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria. Be sure that the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth.
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Usingthe lower oven probe, w CEA..cescom For many foods, especially roasts and poultry, internal food temperature is the best test for doneness. The temperature probe takes the guesswork out of roasting by cooking foods to the exact doneness you want. NOTE:The probeis forusein thelowerovenonly //_,---"...
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Using the lower convectionoven. The convection oven fan shuts off when the oven door is opened. DO NOT leave the door open for long periods of time while using convection cooking or you may shorten the life of the convection heating element. To help you understand the difference Roasting "acK...
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www.GEAppliances.com Cookware for Convection Cooking Metal and Glass Before using your convection oven, check to see if your cookware leaves room fbr air Any t_])e of cookware _4ll work in your circulation in the oven. If you are baking convection oven. However, metal pans with several pans, leave space between heat the f_tstest and are recommended them.
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Using the lower convectionoven. How to Set the Oven for Convection Roasting when Using the Probe The display will flash PROBEand the oven When the internal temperature control will signal if tt_e probe is inserted the meat reaches the temperature into the oudet, andyou have not set a you have set, tt_e probe and tt_e oven For best results when roasting large...
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Usingthelower oventimedfeatures forconvection baking. www.GEAppliances.com You will hear a fan while cooking with this feature. The fan will stop when the door is opened but the heat will not turn off. NOTE: Foods that spoil easily-such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork-should not be allowed to sit for more than I hour before or after cooking.
Adjust the lower oven thermostat--Do it yourself! You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it. If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the thermostat yourself.
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Using the self-cleaning lower oven. w CEArr.a,cescom The oven door must be closed and all controls must be set correctly for the cycle to work properly. Before a Clean Cycle Do not use abrasives or oven cleaners. We recommend venting your kitchen with an open window or using a (;lean tile top, sides and outside of file ventilation tim or hood during tile...
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Using the self-cleaMng lower oven. The oven door must be closed and all controls must be set correctly for the cycle to work properly. How to Belay the Start of Cleaning The door locks automatically. The display Press file SELFCLEAN pad. will show the start dine.
Care and cleaning of the cooking center. .CEAmiances.com Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the cooking center. How to Remove Packaging Tape To assure no damage is clone to tt_e finish Apply wid_ a soft clod_ and allow to so_&.
Care and cleaning of the cooking center. Lift-Off Oven Door The oven door is removable far easier Donotplacehandsbetween thehingeand the ovendoorframe. access to the light bulb. Donot lift thedoorbythehandle. Toreplace the door, make sure the hinges are in the broil stop position. Position the To remove the door, open it to the broil slot_sin the bottom of the door squarely...
www.GEAppliances.com Broiler Pan & Grid (loweroven) Do not dean the broi/erpan or grid in a If food has burned on, sprinkle file grid self-cleaning oven. wifl_ detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishclofll. Soaking After broiling, remove fl_e broiler After broiling,...
Care and cleaning of the cooking center. Lower Oven Light Bulb NOTE: The glass cover (on some models) should be removed only when cold. Wearing latex gloves may offer a better grip. ReceBta_ CAUTION. Before replacing your oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the oven at the main fuse or circuit breaker paneL Be sure to let file light cover and bulb...
BeforeYouCarlForService..aapplia.ces.com Troubleshooting -tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Possible Causes What To Do Controlpanel o n You forgot to press the * Press the START/PAUSE p ad. microwaveoven START/PAUSE p ad.
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Before YouCall ForService... Troubleshooting -tips What To Do Possible Causes Lower oven control • Press the BAKE pad and desired temperature or the You forgot to enter a signals after entering SELFCLEAN pad and desired clean time. bake temperature cooking time or cleaning time.
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wwvv.GEAppliances.com Possible Causes What To Do Lower oven Oven thermostat • See the Adjust the lower oven thermostat--Do it yourself! temperature too needs adjustment, section. hot or too cold Lowerovenwill A fuse in your home may be • Replace the fllse or reset tim circuit breaker. not work blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
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Before YouCall For Service... Troubleshooting 77ps What To Do Possible Causes Lower oven light does * Tighten Light bulb is loose or defective. or replace the bull). not work * Call for service. Pad operating light is broken. You have a function "F-- and a number or * Press the CLEAR/OFF pad.
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GE Will Replace: OneYear Anypart of the microwave cooking center which filils due to a defect in materials From the date of the this full one-year warranty, GE _ll also or worklnanship. During provide, all labor and in-heine service...
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Caution mustbe exercised, s ince improper servicingmaycause unsafeoperation. ContactUs vvvvvv.GEAppliances.com If you are not satisfied with the set¥ice you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all tim details includingyour phone number, or,_'ite to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park...