Page 1: Table Of Contents
Microwave Terms Care and Cleaning If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service Product Registration GE Service Numbers Warranty Write the model and serial numbers here: Model# ______________________________ Serial# ______________________________ Find these numbers on a label inside the oven.
Page 2: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING FOR YOUR SAFETY 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...
Page 3: Safety Precautions
WARNING When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is intended for household use and is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges. This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
Page 4: Save These Instructions
• 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.
Page 5: Special Notes About Microwaving
Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury. • Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure...
Page 6 — Do not use straight- sided containers with narrow necks. — After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. — Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
Page 7: Microwave-Safe Cookware
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.
Page 8: The Vent Fan
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING • Use foil only as directed in this manual. When using foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1″ away from the sides of the oven. THE VENT The fan will operate...
Page 9: Grounding Instructions
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.
Page 10: Operating Instructions
10 Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning. 11 Convenience Guide. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.
Page 11: Quick Start
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 sensor features. Time and Auto Features Time Cooking Press TIME COOK I & II Press once or twice...
Page 12: Temperature Features
Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) HELP Press this pad and any feature pad for usage instructions and tips. Temperature Features Probe Cooking Press TEMP COOK/ROAST Press once...
Page 13: Changing Power Levels
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.
Page 14: Time Features
Operating Instructions Time Features Time Cook 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Change power level if you don’t want full power. (Press 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.
Page 15 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.
Page 16 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.
Page 17: Time Defrost
Time Features Time Defrost 1 Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME twice. 2 Enter defrosting time. 3 Press START. 4 Turn food over when the oven signals. 5 Press START. (Auto Defrost explained in the section on Convenience Features.) Allows you to defrost for the length of time you select.
Page 18: Defrosting Guide
Operating Instructions Defrosting Guide Food Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) Fruit Plastic pouch—1 to 2 (10-oz. package) Meat Bacon (1 lb.) Franks (1 lb.) Ground meat (1 lb.) Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork...
Page 19: Express Cook
Time Features Express Cook Add 30 Seconds 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 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.
Page 20: Auto Feature
Operating Instructions Auto Feature Auto Defrost 1 Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME once. 2 Using the Conversion Guide at right, enter food weight. For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces). 3 Press START. (Time Defrost is explained in the Time Features section.) The Defrost Auto/Time...
Page 21: Temperature Probe
Temperature Features Temperature Probe Cable Handle Sensor What happens when you use the probe… Cooking with the probe allows you to heat food to a certain temperature. This is the best way to cook many foods. The Temperature Probe NOTE: The turntable will not turn when the probe is in use.
Page 22 Operating Instructions Temperature Features Temp Cook/Roast What happens when you Temp Cook/Roast using the probe… This pad offers 3 options: 1) You select the temperature you want. 2) The temperature is automatically selected for medium or well done roasts. 3) A simmer tempera- ture is automatically selected.
Page 23 What happens when you use the probe for roasting… For the two Roast settings, the probe temperature is preprogrammed. Food will be held at this temperature for 60 minutes. The oven beeps when hold time is complete. Just as in regular roasting, only tender roasts should be roasted by using the probe.
Page 24 Operating Instructions Temperature Features Simmer Guide Food Type Beef Pot Roast Chili Chicken Stewing Broiler/Fryer Ham/Pork Roast Soup Stock/Vegetable Split Pea *Total time includes time to bring food to 180°F and hold at that temperature until done. How to Use the Probe to Simmer The Simmer feature heats food to 180°F.
Page 25: Humidity Sensor
• Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.
Page 26 Operating Instructions Sensor Features Popcorn NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when cooking popcorn. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. Beverage NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may...
Page 27 Reheat How to Change the Automatic Settings To reduce time by 10%: Press 1 after the feature pad. To add 10% to cooking time: Press 9 after the feature pad. NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when using the Reheat feature. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same...
Page 28: Sensor Cooking
Operating Instructions Sensor Features Sensor Cooking NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf with Sensor Cooking. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. Cooking Guide Food Type Canned Vegetables Frozen Vegetables...
Page 29: Other Features
Other Features Custom 1 & Custom 2 Message Pad The CUSTOM 1 and 2 pads allow you to save two of your most frequently used settings. (Temperature and sensor cooking settings cannot be saved.) To set and save a setting: 1 Press and hold the CUSTOM 1 or CUSTOM 2 pad for two seconds.
Page 30: Cooking Complete Reminder
Operating Instructions Other Features Help Cooking Complete Reminder Clock/Calendar The HELP pad displays feature information and helpful hints. Press HELP, then select a feature pad. 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.
Page 31: Scroll Speed
Scroll Speed Display On/Off Delay Start The scroll speed of the display can be changed. Press and hold the AM/PM pad about 3 seconds to bring up the display. Select 1–5 for slow to fast scroll speed. To turn the clock display off, press and hold 0 for about three seconds.
Page 32: Timer On/Off
Operating Instructions Other Features Timer On/Off Start/Pause Reminder Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating. 1 Press TIMER ON/OFF. 2 Enter time you want to count down. 3 Press TIMER ON/OFF to start.
Page 33: Automatic Fan
Child Lock-Out Turntable Vent Fan Automatic Fan You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. It can be turned off for large dishes. Press TURNTABLE to turn the turntable on or off.
Page 34: Beeper Volume
Operating Instructions Other Features Surface Light Beeper Volume Auto Nite Light Press SURFACE LIGHT once for bright light, twice for the night light or three times to turn the light off. The beeper sound level can be adjusted. Press BEEPER VOLUME. Choose 0–3 for mute to loud.
Page 35 Appointment You can use the microwave to remind you of upcoming appointments. At midnight, the day before your scheduled appointment, an asterisk will appear in the display. Two hours before an appointment, the oven will signal and the appointment will scroll in the display.
Page 36: Oven Shelf
Operating Instructions Other Features Shelf How to Use the Shelf When Microwaving • Make sure the shelf is positioned properly inside the microwave to prevent damage to the oven from arcing. • Do not use a microwave browning dish on the shelf.
Page 37 Shelf and Reheating • To reheat on 2 levels • To reheat 2 dishes on the lower level: 1 Multiply reheat time by 1 ⁄ 2 Switch places after 1/2 the time. • To reheat on 3 levels 1 Double the reheating time.
Page 38: Helpful Information
Helpful Information Microwave Terms Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: Covering Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape.
Page 39: Care And Cleaning
Care and Cleaning Helpful Hints How to Clean the Inside An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel, others may require a damp cloth.
Page 40: How To Clean The Outside
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.
Page 41: Light Bulb Replacement
Cooktop Light/ Night 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.
Page 42 Helpful Information Care and Cleaning The Vent Fan Reusable Grease Filter Removing and Cleaning the Filter The vent fan has a metal reusable grease filter. The reusable grease filter traps grease released by foods on the cooktop. It also prevents flames from foods on the cooktop from damaging the inside of the microwave.
Page 43: The Exhaust Feature
Charcoal Filter (on some models) The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must be replaced. Order Part No. WB02X9883 from your GE supplier. To Remove Charcoal Filter To Install Charcoal Filter If the model is not vented to the outside, the air will...
Page 44: If Something Goes Wrong
Reheat recommended foods. 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. • Insert the probe properly into the oven wall outlet.
Page 45 Problem Possible Cause You hear an You have tried to start unusual, low-tone the Reminder without beep a valid time of day. You have tried to turn the turntable on when the probe is in use. You have tried to change • Many of the oven’s features are preset the power level when it is not allowed.
Page 46: Things That Are Normal
If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service Things That Are Normal • 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 47: Product Registration
You can rest easy, knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs. 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 48 Model 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 ge.com. Consumer Product Ownership Registration First Name Street Address Apt.
Page 49 Notes...
Page 50: Ge Service Numbers
Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours...
Page 51: Parts And Accessories
Parts and Accessories ge.com 800.626.2002 Register Your Appliance ge.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, 24 hours every day or by phone at 800.626.2002...
Page 52: Warranty
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a 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.

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