GE Appliances CEB1590 User manual

Microwave Oven
Sensor Convection
350A4502P729 01-12 ATS
CEB1590
Owner’s
Manual
GEAppliances.ca
Safety Information
Arcing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Extension Cords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Grounding Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . 6
Important Safety
Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7
Microwave-Safe Cookware . . . . . . 5
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive
Microwave Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Operating Instructions
Best Method of
Cooking Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Changing Power Level . . . . . . . . . . 13
Combination Features . . . . 10, 18, 19
Convection Features . . . . . 10, 17, 19
Cooking Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cookware Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Features of Your Oven . . . . . . . . . 8, 9
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Other Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 22
Beeper Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Control Lock-Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Cooking Complete
Reminder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Display ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Display Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
OFF/CLEAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
START/PAUSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Sensor Microwave
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–16
Time and Auto
Microwave Features. . . . . . 9, 11, 12
Care and Cleaning
Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Outside. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Stainless Steel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call For Service. . . . . . 26
Things That Are Normal
With Your Microwave Oven . . . . . 27
Consumer Support
Consumer Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Product Registration . . . . . . . . . 29, 30
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
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You can find them on a label when
the door is open.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
Read all instructions before using this appliance. When
using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should be followed, including the following:
Read and follow the specific precautions in the PRECAUTIONS TO
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
section above.
This appliance must be grounded. Connect only
to a properly grounded outlet. See the GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS section on page 6.
Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the
provided Installation Instructions.
This product is to be used 3’ (0.9 m) above floor level.
Be certain to place the front surface of the door 3”(7.6 cm) or
more back from the countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping
of the appliance in normal usage.
Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord
or plug, if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or
dropped.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Mabe
Canada Service or an authorized service agent using a power
cord available from Mabe Canada.
Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in
this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this
appliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat,
dry or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or industrial
use.
This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
―Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance
when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed
inside the oven while cooking.
―Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or plastic
containers before placing them in the oven.
―Do not use the oven for storage purposes. Do not leave paper
products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use.
―Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in
a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you use
popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens.
―If materials inside the oven ignite, keep the oven door closed,
turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shut off
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. If the door is opened,
the fire may spread.
―Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession
on the same food portion. If food is undercooked after the first
countdown, use TIME COOK for additional cooking time.
―Do not use the oven to dry newspaper.
When using the convection or combination cooking functions,
both the outside and inside of the oven will become hot. Always
use hot pads to remove containers
of food and accessories such as the oven shelf.
Thermometer―Do not use regular cooking or oven
thermometers when cooking by microwave or combination. The
metal and mercury in these thermometers could cause arcing
and possible damage to the oven. Do not use a thermometer in
food you are microwaving unless the thermometer is designed
or recommended for use in the microwave oven.
Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn
off the pad and touch electrical parts involving risk of electric
shock.
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
WARNING!
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
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(a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door open
since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to
microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper
with the safety interlocks.
( b) Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and
the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on
sealing surfaces.
(c) Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly
important that the oven door close properly and that there is
no damage to the:
(1) door (bent)
(2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened)
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone
except properly qualified service personnel.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
When using Convection or Combination functions, both outside
and inside the oven will become hot. Always use hot pads to
remove containers of food and accessories such as the oven
shelf.
Thermometer―Do not use regular cooking or oven
thermometers when cooking by microwave. The metal and
mercury in these thermometers could cause arcing and
possible damage to the oven. Do not use a thermometer in food
you are microwaving unless the thermometer is designed or
recommended for use in the microwave oven.
Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the
pad and touch electrical parts involving risk of electric shock.
Do not store any materials, other than our recommended
accessories, in this oven when not in use.
Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product
near water―for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming
pool, near a sink or in similar locations.
Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.
Do not block or cover any openings on the appliance.
Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter.
This microwave is not approved or tested for marine use.
For countertop installation:
―Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven
surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
For built-in installation with approved trim kit:
―Do not mount this appliance over a sink.
―Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven
surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
―Do not mount this appliance over or near any portion of a heating
or cooking appliance.
Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance beneath this
microwave oven.
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this
manual.
Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance.
This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat, dry or cook
food, and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use.
It is important to keep the area clean where the door seals
against the microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents
applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.
This appliance must only be serviced by qualified service
personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary
when used by children.
Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers―for
example, closed jars―are able to explode and should not be
heated in this microwave oven. Such use of the microwave oven
could result in injury.
Do not use paper products in oven when appliance is operated in
any cooking mode except microwave only.
ARCING
If you see arcing, press the OFF/CLEAR button and correct the problem.
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing
is caused by:
The metal shelf not installed correctly so it
touches the microwave wall.
Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
Turntable ring support not installed correctly.
Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act
like antennas).
Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold-rimmed
dishes, in the microwave.
Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces
being used in the microwave.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
FOODS
Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in
a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you
use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens.
Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure will
build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst,
possibly resulting in injury.
Operating the microwave with no food inside for more
than a minute or two may cause damage to the oven
and could start a fire. It increases the heat around the
magnetron and can shorten the life of the oven.
Foods with unbroken outer “skin” such as potatoes, hot
dogs, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and
other giblets, and egg yolks should be pierced to allow
steam to escape during cooking.
SUPERHEATED WATER
Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea, are able to be
overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing
to be boiling. 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 DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER
UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
―Do not overheat the liquid.
―Stir the liquid both before and halfway through
heating it.
―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.
Foods cooked in liquids (such as pasta) may tend to
boil more rapidly than foods containing less moisture.
Should this occur, refer to the Care and cleaning of the
microwave oven section for instructions on how to
clean the inside of the oven.
Avoid heating baby food in glass jars, even with the lid
off. Make sure all infant food is thoroughly cooked. Stir
food to distribute the heat evenly.
Be careful to prevent scalding when warming formula.
The container may feel cooler than the formula really is.
Always test the formula before feeding the baby.
Don’t defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked
bottles (especially carbonated beverages). Even if the
container is opened, pressure can build up. This can
cause the container to burst, possibly resulting in injury.
Hot foods and steam can cause burns. Be careful when
opening any containers of hot food, including popcorn
bags, cooking pouches and boxes. To prevent possible
injury, direct steam away from hands and face.
Do not overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate and
catch fire, causing damage to your oven.
Cook meat and poultry thoroughly―meat to at least
an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F (70°C) and poultry
to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F (80°C).
Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against
foodborne illness.
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MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE
Do not operate the oven without the turntable and the turntable support seated and in place. The turntable
must be unrestricted so it can rotate.
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.”
If you are not sure if a dish is
microwave-safe, use this test:
Place in the oven both the dish
you are testing and a glass
measuring cup filled with
1 cup (240 mL) of water―
set the measuring cup either
in or next to the dish. Microwave
30–45 seconds at high. If the dish heats, it should not be
used for microwaving.
If the dish remains cool and only the water in
the cup heats, then the dish is microwave-safe.
 Oversized food or oversized metal cookware should not
be used in a microwave/convection oven because they
increase the risk of electric shock and could cause a fire.
 Sometimes the oven floor, turntable and walls can
become too hot to touch. Be careful touching the floor,
turntable and walls during and after cooking.
If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make
sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.
Do not use recycled paper products. Recycled paper
towels, napkins and waxed paper can contain metal
flecks which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper products
containing nylon or nylon filaments should be avoided,
as they may also ignite.
Some styrofoam trays (like those that meat is packaged
on) have a thin strip of metal embedded in the bottom.
When microwaved, the metal can burn the floor of the
oven or ignite a paper towel.
Use of the shelf accessory:
―Remove the shelf from the oven when not in use.
―Use pot holders when handling the shelf and
cookware. They may be hot.
―Be sure that the shelf is positioned properly inside the
oven to prevent product damage.
―Do not cover the shelf or any part of the oven with
metal foil. This will cause overheating of
the microwave/convection oven.
Do not use your microwave/convection oven to dry
newspapers.
 Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave
ovens. Check the package for proper use.
Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap can be
used to cover dishes in order to retain moisture and
prevent spattering. Be sure to vent plastic wrap so
steam can escape.
 Do not use paper products when the microwave/
convection oven is operated in the convection or
combination mode.
Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred
from the heated food. Pot holders may be needed to
handle the cookware.
When microwaving “Boilable” cooking pouches and
tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or
vented as directed by package. If they are not, plastic
could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly
resulting in injury. Also, plastic storage containers should
be at least partially uncovered because they form a tight
seal. When cooking with containers tightly covered with
plastic wrap, remove covering carefully and direct steam
away from hands and face.
Use foil only as directed in this manual.
TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than
3/4” (1.9 cm)high; remove the top foil cover and return
the tray to the box. When using foil in the microwave
oven, keep the foil at least 1” (2.5 cm) away from the
sides of the oven.
Plastic cookware―Plastic cookware designed for
microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used
carefully. Even microwave-safe plastic may not be
as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or
ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected
to short periods of overcooking.
In longer exposures to overcooking, the food and
cookware could ignite.
Follow these guidelines:
1Use microwave-safe plastics only and use them in
strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer’s
recommendations.
2Do not microwave empty containers.
3Do not permit children to use plastic cookware
without complete supervision.
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How to test for a
microwave-safe dish.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
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.
This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a
grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and
grounded.
Consult a qualified electrician or service technician
if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance
is properly grounded.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is your
personal responsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall
outlet.
Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third
(ground) prong from the power cord.
Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance.
Do not use an extension cord with this appliance. If the
power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or
service technician install an outlet near the appliance.
(See EXTENSION CORDS section.)
For best operation, plug this appliance into its own
electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of
fuse or tripping of circuit breaker.
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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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―
The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating
of the appliance;
The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and it must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet;
The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
If you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is
on. Cooking times may be longer, too.
Most pacemakers are shielded from interference from electronic products, including microwaves.
However, patients with pacemakers may wish to consult their physicians if they have concerns.
NOTICE―PACEMAKERS
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About the features of your oven.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
1000 Watts
Features of the Oven
Door Latch Release Handle.
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Door Latches.
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Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking
to be viewed while keeping
microwaves confined in the oven.
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Control Panel and Selector Dial.
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Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must
be in place when using the oven. The turntable may
be removed for cleaning.
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Removable Turntable Support. The turntable
support must be in place when using the oven.
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Shelf. Use when convection or combination
cooking. (Do not use when microwave cooking.)
Optional Accessories:
Available at extra cost from your GE supplier.
Choose the appropriate Installation Kit below to convert
this oven to a built-in wall oven.
For 27” (68.6 cm) installations:
Kit
CX1527SSSS
For 30” (76.2 cm) installations:
Kit
CX1530SSSS
NOTE: Oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside
walls of the microwave oven. The rating plate is located on
the face of the oven (visible when the door is open).
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You can cook by microwave, convection or combination.
About the cooking features of your
microwave/convection oven. GEAppliances.ca
Cooking Controls
Selector Dial
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Microwave Cooking Time and Auto Features
Press Turn and push dial to enter
TIME COOK Amount of cooking time
Press once or twice
EXPRESS cook/Add 30 sec. Starts immediately!
DEFROST
Press once (Time) Amount of defrosting time
Press twice (Auto) Food weight
POWER level Power level 1–10
Sensor Features
Press Turn and push dial to enter Option
POPCORN Starts immediately! more/less time
Press once or twice
REHEAT Starts immediately! more/less time
BEVERAGE Starts immediately!
COOK Food type 1–7 more/less time
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Convection Cooking
Press Turn and push dial to enter
CONVECTION cook Oven temperature and cook time
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Combination Cooking
Press Turn and push dial to enter
COMBINATION cook Oven temperature and cook time
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Do not use the shelf when
microwave cooking.
Always use the shelf when
convection cooking.
Cooking Method
Microwave energy
is distributed evenly
throughout the oven
for thorough, fast
cooking of food.
Heat Source
Microwave energy.
Heat Conduction
Heat produced within
food by instant energy
penetration.
Benefits
Fast, high efficiency
cooking. Oven and
surroundings do
not get hot.
Easy clean-up.
Cooking Method
Hot air circulates
around food to
produce browned
exteriors and seal
in juices.
Heat Source
Circulating
heated air.
Heat Conduction
Heat conducted
from outside of food
to inside.
Benefits
Aids in browning
and seals in flavor.
Cooks some foods
faster than regular
ovens.
Cooking Method
Microwave energy
and convection heat
combine to cook
foods in up to
one-half the time
of regular ovens,
while browning and
sealing in juices.
Heat Source
Microwave energy
and circulating
heated air.
Heat Conduction
Food heats from
instant energy from
penetration and
heat conducted from
outside of food.
Benefits
Shortened
cooking time from
microwave energy,
plus browning
and crisping from
convection heat.
Always use the shelf when
combination cooking.
Available cooking options.
Microwave Cooking
Convection Cooking
Combination Cooking
Your oven also offers the option of combination cooking, using microwave energy along with
convection cooking. You cook with speed and accuracy, while browning and crisping to perfection.
During convection cooking, a heating element is used to raise the temperature of the air inside the
oven. Any oven temperature from 225°F to 375°F (110°C to 190°C) may be programmed. A fan gently
circulates this heated air throughout the oven, over and around the food, producing golden brown
exteriors and rich moist interiors.
Because the heated air is kept constantly moving, not permitting a layer of cooler air to develop around
the food; some foods cook faster than in regular oven cooking.
Your oven uses microwave energy to cook by a set time or weight, or automatically
by sensor.
Sensor microwave works by detecting the increasing humidity released during cooking.
The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food.
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Time Cook
Time Cook I
Allows you to microwave for any time between
15 seconds and 95 minutes.
Power level 10 (High) is automatically set,
but you may change it for more flexibility.
Press the TIME COOK button.
Turn the dial to set the cook time and press the
dial to enter.
Change power level if you don’t want full power.
(Press POWER. Turn the dial to select. Press the
dial to enter.)
Press the START/PAUSE button to start cooking.
You may open the door during Time cook to check
the food. Close the door and press START/PAUSE to
resume cooking.
Time Cook II
Lets you change power levels automatically during
cooking. Here’s how to do it:
Press the TIME COOK button.
Turn the dial to set the first cook time and press
the dial to enter.
Change the power level if you don’t want full
power. (Press POWER. Turn the dial to select.
Press the dial to enter.)
Press the TIME COOK button again.
Turn the dial to set the second cook time and
press the dial to enter.
Change the power level if you don’t want full
power. (Press POWER. Turn the dial to select.
Press the dial to enter.)
Press the START/PAUSE button to start cooking.
At the end of Time Cook I,Time Cook II counts
down.
Express Cook
This is a quick way to set and start cooking in 30 second blocks each time the EXPRESS button
is pressed.
The power level will automatically be set at 10 and the oven will start immediately.
The power level can be changed as time is counting down. Press the POWER button,
turn the dial and press to enter.
TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
EXPRESS
Add 30 Seconds
Each time the EXPRESS button is pressed, it will add 30 seconds to any cooking time counting down,
until the maximum cooking time is reached.
EXPRESS
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TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
TIME COOK
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Time Defrost
Use Time Defrost to defrost for a selected length
of time.
Press the DEFROST button.
Turn the dial to select the time you want. Press
the dial to enter.
Press the START/PAUSE button to start
defrosting.
Turn the food over if the oven signals TURN
FOOD OVER.
Power level is automatically set at 3, but can be
changed. You can defrost small items quickly by
raising the power level after entering the time.
Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in
about half; power level 10 cuts the total time to
approximately 1/3. However, food will need more
frequent attention than usual.
A dull thumping noise may be heard during
defrosting. This is normal when oven is not
operating at High power.
Defrosting Tips
 Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted
in the package. Closed packages should be
slit, pierced or vented AFTER food has partially
defrosted. Plastic storage containers should be
partially uncovered.
Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners can be
defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a foil
container, transfer it to a microwave-safe dish.
Foods that spoil easily should not be allowed to
sit out for more than one hour after defrosting.
Room temperature promotes the growth of
harmful bacteria.
For more even defrosting of larger foods, such
as roasts, use Auto Defrost. Be sure large meats
are completely defrosted before cooking.
When defrosted, food should be cool
but softened in all areas. If still slightly icy, return
to the microwave very briefly, or let it stand a
few minutes.
TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
DEFROST
About the time and auto microwave features.
Auto Defrost
Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. Use
Time Defrost for most other frozen foods.
Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting
times and power levels to give even defrosting
results for meats, poultry and fish.
Remove meat from package and place
on microwave-safe dish.
Press the DEFROST button twice.
Turn the dial to the food weight,
using the Conversion Guide at right.
For example, dial 1.2 for 1.2 pounds
(1 pound, 3 oz.). Press the dial to enter.
Press the START/PAUSE button to start
defrosting.
Turn the food over if the oven signals TURN
FOOD OVER.
Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas
with small pieces of foil.
After defrosting, most meats need to stand
5 minutes to complete defrosting. Large roasts
should stand for about
30 minutes.
Conversion Guide
If the weight of food is stated in pounds and
ounces, the ounces must be converted to tenths (.1)
of a pound.
TURN TO SELECT
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Weight of Food Enter Food Weight
in Ounces (tenths of a pound)
1–2 (28–56 g) .1
3 (85 g) .2
4–5 (113–142 g) .3
6–7 (170–200 g) .4
8 (225 g) .5
9–10 (255–283 g) .6
11 (312 g) .7
12–13 (340–370 g) .8
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About changing the power level. GEAppliances.ca
The power level may be entered or changed
immediately after entering the time for Time Cook,
Time Defrost or Express Cook. The power level
may also be changed during time countdown.
First, follow directions for Time Cook, Time
Defrost or Express Cook.
Press the POWER button.
Turn the dial clockwise to increase and
counterclockwise to decrease the power level.
Press the dial to enter.
Press the START/PAUSE button to start cooking.
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. Each power level gives you
microwave energy a certain percent of the time.
Power level 7 is microwave energy 70% of the
time. Power level 3 is energy 30% of the time. Most
cooking will be done on High (power level 10) which
gives you 100% power. Power level 10 will cook
faster but food may need more frequent stirring,
rotating or turning over. A lower setting will cook
more evenly and need less stirring or rotating of the
food. Some foods may have better flavor, texture or
appearance if one of the lower settings is used. Use
a lower power level when cooking foods that have a
tendency to boil over, such as scalloped potatoes.
Rest periods (when the microwave energy cycles
off) give time for the food to “equalize” or transfer
heat to the inside of the food. An example of this is
shown with power level 3―the defrost cycle.
If microwave energy did not cycle off, the outside
of the food would cook before the inside was
defrosted.
Here are some examples of uses for various power
levels:
High 10: Fish, bacon, vegetables, boiling liquids.
Med-High 7: Gentle cooking of meat and poultry;
baking casseroles and reheating.
Medium 5: Slow cooking and tenderizing for stews
and less tender cuts of meat.
Low 2 or 3: Defrosting; simmering; delicate sauces.
Warm 1: Keeping food warm; softening butter.
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About the sensor microwave features.
Humidity Sensor
The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically
adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food.
Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession on the same food portion―it may result in severely
overcooked or burnt food. If food is undercooked after the countdown, use Time Cook for additional
cooking time.
The proper containers and covers are essential for best sensor cooking.
Always use microwave-safe containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap. Never use
tight sealing plastic containers―they can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.
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.
Cook
Because most cooking containers must be covered during Cook, this feature is best with foods that you
want to steam or retain moisture.
NOTE: Use of the metal shelf with Cook is not recommended.
Recommended Foods
A wide variety of foods including meats, fish and vegetables can be cooked using this feature.
Foods not recommended
Foods that must be cooked uncovered, foods that require constant attention, foods that require addition
of ingredients during cooking and foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after cooking should not be
cooked using this feature. It is best to Time Cook them.
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Dry off dishes so they don’t
mislead the sensor.
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Sensor Food Type Guide
Food Type Servings Serving Size Comments
Chicken Pieces 1 to 4 2 to 8 Use oblong, square or round dish.
pieces Cover with wax paper.
Fish 1 to 4 4 to 16 oz. Use oblong, square or round dish.
(113 to 454 g) Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Ground Meat ―1/2 to 2 lbs. Use round casserole dish. Crumble meat
(Beef, Pork, Turkey) (226 to 907 g) into dish. Cover with wax paper or vented
plastic wrap.
Potatoes 1 to 4 1/2 to 2 lbs. Pierce skin with fork.
(226 to 907 g) Cluster potatoes in center of oven floor.
Canned Vegetables 1 to 4 4 to 16 oz. Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl.
(113 to 454 g) Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Fresh Vegetables 1 to 4 4 to 16 oz. Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl.
(113 to 454 g) Add 2 tablespoons water for each serving.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Frozen Vegetables 1 to 4 4 to 16 oz. Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl.
(113 to 454 g) Follow package instructions for adding
water. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
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COOK Cook
Place covered food in the oven and close the
door. Press the COOK button. SELECT FOOD
TYPE appears in the display.
Turn the dial to the desired food type. Press to
enter.
See the Sensor Food Type Guide below for specific
foods and instructions.
The oven starts immediately.
NOTE: If the door was open while the control was
being set, close the door and press the START/
PAUSE button to begin cooking.
Do not open the oven door before the countdown time
is displayed―steam escaping from the oven can affect
cooking performance. If the door is opened, close the door
and press START/PAUSE immediately.
If ground meat was selected, the oven may signal
you to drain and stir the meat. Open the door, drain
the meat and close the door. Press the START/
PAUSE button if necessary to resume cooking
If food is undercooked after the countdown use
Time Cook for additional cooking time.
Cooking Tips
When oven signals and countdown time is
displayed, the door may be opened for stirring,
turning or rotating food.
To resume cooking, close the door and press
START/PAUSE.
Match the amount of food to the size of
container. Fill containers at least 1/2 full.
Be sure outside of container and inside of oven
are dry.
After completion of Cook cycle, if food needs
additional cooking, return food to oven and use
Time Cook to finish cooking.
How to Adjust the Oven’s Automatic Settings
for a Shorter or Longer Cook Time (Not
available for all food types)
To subtract 10% from the automatic
cooking time:
Immediately after the oven starts, turn the dial
counterclockwise and press to enter.
To add 10% to the automatic cooking time:
Immediately after the oven starts, turn the dial
clockwise and press to enter.
NOTE: Do not use this
feature twice in succession
on the same food
portion―it may result in
severely overcooked or
burnt food.
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Popcorn
To use the Popcorn feature:
Follow package instructions, using Time Cook
if the package is less than 1.5 oz. (45 g) or
larger than 3.5 oz. (100 g). Place the package of
popcorn in the center of the microwave.
Press the POPCORN button once or twice. The
oven starts immediately.
Press once for a regular size (3.0 to 3.5 oz./
85 to 100 g) bag of popcorn.
Press twice for a snack size (1.5 to 1.75 oz./
45 to 50 g) bag of popcorn.
If you open the door while POPCORN is displayed,
an error message will appear. Close the door, press
OFF/CLEAR and begin again.
If food is undercooked after the countdown, use
Time Cook for additional cooking time.
How to Adjust the Automatic Popcorn Setting to
Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time
If you find that the brand of popcorn you use
underpops or overpops consistently, you can
add or subtract 20–30 seconds to the automatic
popping time.
To subtract time:
Immediately after the oven starts, turn the dial
counterclockwise for 20 seconds (-) less cooking
time. Press to enter. Turn again to reduce cooking
time another 10 seconds
(- -) total 30 seconds less time. Press to enter.
To add time:
Immediately after the oven starts, turn the dial
clockwise for an extra 20 seconds (+) cooking time.
Press to enter. Turn again to add another
10 seconds (++) total 30 seconds additional time.
Press to enter.
POPCORN
Use only with prepackaged
microwave popcorn weighing
1.5 to 3.5 ounces (45 to 100 g).
NOTE: Do not use this
feature twice in succession
on the same food portion―
it may result in severely
overcooked or burnt food.
NOTE: Do not use this
feature twice in succession
on the same food portion―
it may result in severely
overcooked or burnt food.
Reheat
The Reheat feature reheats servings of previously
cooked foods or a plate of leftovers.
Place the cup of liquid or covered food in the
oven. Press REHEAT once, twice or three times.
The oven starts immediately.
Press once for 1/2 to 1 full cup (120 to 240 mL).
Press twice for 1 to 2 full cups (240 to 480 mL).
Press three times for a plate of leftovers.
The oven signals when steam is sensed and the
time remaining begins counting down.
Do not open the oven door until time is counting
down. If the door is opened, close it and press
START immediately.
After removing food from the oven, stir, if possible,
to even out the temperature. Reheated foods may
have wide variations in temperature. Some areas of
food may be extremely hot.
If food is not hot enough after the countdown, use
Time Cook for additional reheating time.
Some Foods Not Recommended for Use
With Reheat
It is best to use Time Cook for these foods:
Bread products.
Foods that must be reheated uncovered.
Foods that need to be stirred or rotated.
Foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after
reheating.
How to Adjust the Oven’s Automatic Settings
for a Shorter or Longer Time
To subtract 10% from the automatic
cooking time:
Immediately after the oven starts, turn the dial
counterclockwise and press to enter.
To add 10% to the automatic cooking time:
Immediately after the oven starts, turn the dial
clockwise and press to enter.
REHEAT
NOTE: Do not use this
feature twice in succession
on the same food portion―
it may result in severely
overcooked or burnt food.
Beverage
Press the BEVERAGE button to heat an
8–10 oz. (227–284 mL) cup of coffee or other
beverage. The oven starts immediately.
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be
very hot. Remove the container with care.
If food is undercooked after the countdown, use
Time Cook for additional cooking time.
BEVERAGE
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Convection cooking uses a heating element to raise the temperature of the air inside the oven. Any oven
temperature from 225°F to 375°F (110°C to 190°C) may be set. A fan gently circulates this heated air
throughout the oven, over and around the food, producing golden brown exteriors and rich, moist interiors.
Because the heated air is kept constantly moving, not permitting a layer of cooler air to develop around
the food, some foods cook faster than in regular oven cooking.
See the Cookware Tips section for information on suggested cookware.
For Best Results…
Always use the shelf when convection cooking.
Reduce package/recipe temperature 25°F (15°C) for baked goods.
The shelf is required for good air circulation and even browning.
See the Cookware Tips section for information on suggested cookware.
Convection Time Cook with Preheat
Press the CONVECTION button.
Turn the dial to set the oven temperature and
press dial to enter preheating. Do not enter
convection cook time now. (The cook time will
be entered later, after the oven is preheated.)
Press the START/PAUSE button to start
preheating.
When the oven is preheated, it will signal. If you
do not open the door within 1 hour, the oven
will turn off automatically.
Open the oven door and, using caution, place
the food in the oven.
Close the oven door. Turn the dial to set the
cook time and press START/PAUSE to start
cooking.
When cooking is complete, the oven will signal
and turn off.
CONVECTION
TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
Convection Time Cook without Preheating
If your recipe does not require preheating,
press the CONVECTION button.
Turn the dial to set the oven temperature and
press to enter.
Turn the dial to set the cook time and press to
enter.
Press the START/PAUSE button to start the
oven.
CONVECTION
TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
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Combination Cooking offers the best features of microwave energy and convection cooking. Microwaves
cook food fast and convection circulation of heated air browns foods beautifully. Any oven temperature
from 225°F to 375°F (110°C to 190°C) may be set.
For Best Results…
Always use the shelf when combination cooking.
The shelf is required for good air circulation and even browning.
See the Cookware Tips section for information on suggested cookware.
Combination Time Cooking without Preheat
If your recipe does not require preheating, press
the COMBINATION button.
Turn the dial to set the oven temperature and
press to enter.
Turn the dial to set the cook time and press to
enter.
Press the START/PAUSE button to start the
oven.
NOTE:
Some recipes call for preheating.
Check the Cookware Tips section for correct
cookware when Combination Cooking.
Do not use metal cookware when Combination
Cooking.
Place meat on a trivet in a glass dish to collect
juices and prevent spattering.
For best roasting and browning results, whole
roasts should be cooked in a glass dish placed
directly on the oven shelf.
For foods that are too tall to fit in the oven, you
can leave out the trivet. If necessary, you may
take out the shelf and place the dish directly on
the turntable.
Combination Time Cooking with Preheat
Press the COMBINATION button.
Turn the dial to set the oven temperature and
press dial to enter preheating. Do not enter
combination cook time now. (The cook time will
be entered later, after the oven is preheated.)
Press the START/PAUSE button to start
preheating.
When the oven is preheated, it will signal. If you
do not open the door within 1 hour, the oven
will turn off automatically.
Open the oven door and, using caution, place
the food in the oven.
Close the oven door. Turn the dial to set the
cook time and press to enter. Press the START/
PAUSE button to start cooking.
When cooking is complete, the oven will signal
and turn off.
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OMBINATION
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COMBINATION
TURN TO SELECT
PUSH TO ENTER
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Cookware tips. GEAppliances.ca
Convection Cooking
Metal Pans are recommended for all types of baked products, but especially where browning or
crusting is important.
Dark or dull finish metal pans are best for breads and pies because they absorb heat and produce
crisper crust.
Shiny aluminum pans are better for cakes, cookies or muffins because these pans reflect heat and
help produce a light tender crust.
Glass or Glass-Ceramic casserole or baking dishes are best suited for egg and cheese recipes due
to the cleanability of glass.
Combination Cooking
Glass or Glass-Ceramic baking containers are recommended. Be sure not to use items with metal
trim as it may cause arcing (sparking) with oven wall or oven shelf, damaging the cookware, the
shelf or the oven.
Heat-Resistant Plastic microwave cookware (safe to 450°F/230°C) may be used, but it is not
recommended for foods requiring crusting or all-around browning, because the plastic is a poor
conductor of heat.
Cookware Microwave Convection Combination
Heat-Resistant Glass, Glass-Ceramic Yes Yes Yes
(Pyrex ®, Fire King ®, Corning Ware ®, etc.)
Metal No Yes No
Non Heat-Resistant Glass No No No
Microwave-Safe Plastics Yes No Yes
Plastic Films and Wraps Yes No No
Paper Products Yes No No
Straw, Wicker and Wood Yes No No
Use only microwave cookware that is safe to 450F (230°C).
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Use the following guide to select the best method of cooking. Specific recipes can be adapted to any method of cooking.
Foods Microwave Combination Convection
Appetizers
Dips and Spreads N/R N/R
Pastry Snacks
Beverages N/R N/R
Sauces and Toppings N/R N/R
Soups and Stews N/R
Meats
Defrosting N/R N/R
Roasting
Poultry
Defrosting N/R N/R
Roasting
Fish and Seafood
Defrosting N/R N/R
Cooking N/R
Casseroles
Eggs and Cheese
Scrambled, Omelets N/R
Quiche, Souffle
Vegetables, (fresh) N/R N/R
Breads
Quick
Yeast N/R
Muffins, Coffee Cake
Desserts
Cakes, Layer and Bundt
Angel Food and Chiffon N/R N/R
Custard and Pudding N/R N/R
Bar Cookies
Fruit N/R N/R
Pies and Pastry N/R
Candy N/R N/R
Blanching Vegetables N/R N/R
Frozen Convenience Foods
―Best method
―Alternate method
N/R―Not recommended
Select the best method of cooking.
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