GE JES0738 User manual

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700 watts
model JES0738
Safetg Instructions .............. 2-5
Operating Instructions
Features ................................ 6
Quick Start ............................. 6
Changing Power Levels ................. 7
Time Features ....................... 7-10
Convenience Features .............. !0, !!
Auto Feature .......................... !!
Other Features ........................ 12
Helpful Information
Microwave Terms ...................... 13
Care and Cleaning ................. !3, 14
If Something Goes Wrong .............. 14
Things That Are Normal ................ 14
Microwave Oven Warranty ..... !5
Consumer Support ....... back cover
GEAppliances.com
49-40610 06-09 JR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed
to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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.
Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and the door
or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
Do Not Operate the oven if it isdamaged. It isparticularly important
that the oven door close properly and that there isno damage to the:
1 door (bent),
2 hinges and latches (brokenor loosened),
3 door seals and sealing surfaces.
The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except
properly qualified service personnel.
-4,WARNING!
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury
to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
be followed, including the following:
*Read and follow the specific "Precautions to Avoid Possible
Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy" above.
*This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly
grounded outlet. See Grounding Instructions section on page 4.
*Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the
provided Installation Instructions.
*This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
*Becertain to place the front surface of the door three inches or
more back from the countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping
of the appliance in normal usage.
*Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven
surface when the oven is in operation.
*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.
*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.
*Do not cover or block ann openings on the appliance.
*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.
oDo not immerse power cord or plug in water.
*Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter.
*Toreduce 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.
- If materials inside 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 man
spread.
*Seedoor surface cleaning instructions in the Care and Cleaning
section(s) of this manual.
*GEdoes not support ann servicing of the microwave. We strongly
recommend that you do not attempt to service the microwave
yourself.
*Aswith ann appliance, close supervision is necessary when used
by children.
*This appliance shall not be installed less than 36" above the floor
to the bottom of the product. A minimum spacing of 3" must be
maintained between the microwave oven and the sidewalls.
*This appliance must only be serviced by qualified service personnel.
Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair
or adjustment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT
MICROWAVING
Toreduce the riskof 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.
ARCING
If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFFpad and correct the problem.
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is
caused by:
• Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
• 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.
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.
*Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers-for
example, closedjars-are able to explode and should not be heated
in this microwave oven. Suchuse of the microwave oven could result
in injury.
*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.
- 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.
*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. Becareful 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. Becareful 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 I60°F and poultry to at least an INTERNALtemperature
of I80°R Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against
foodborne illness.
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."
SAFETY FACT
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
CONTAINERIS DISTURBEDORA SPOONOR OTHERUTENSIL
IS INSERTEDINTO THE LIQUID. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
*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 i cup of water-set the measuring cup either in or
next to the dish. Microwave 1 minute at high. Ifthe dish heats, it
should not be used for microwaving. Ifthe dish remains cool and
only the water in the cup heats, then the dish is microwave-safe.
*If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it is safe
for use in microwave ovens.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT
MICROWAVING (cont.)
• 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 (likethose that meat ispackaged 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.
*Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers.
*Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens.
Check the package for proper use.
*Papertowels, waxed paper and plastic wrap can be used to cover
dishes in order to retain moisture and prevent spattering. Besure
to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape.
*Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the
heated food. Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware.
*"Bailable" 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.
*Usefoil only as directed in this manual. TV dinners may be
microwaved in foil trays less than 3/4" 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 ]_"away from
the sides of the oven.
*Plasticcookware-Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking
is very useful,but should be used carefully. Evenmicrowave-safe
plastic may not be astolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass
or ceramic materials, and may soften or char if subjected to short
periods of overcooking. Inlonger exposures to overcooking, the food
and cookware could ignite.
Follow these guidelines:
1 Usemicrowave-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.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Improper use of the grounding plug
can result in a risk of electric shock.
PREFERREDMETHOD
This appliance must be grounded.
In the event of an electrical short circuit, Ensurepropergroundexists
grounding reduces the risk of electric beforeuse.
shock by providing an escape wire for
the electric current. This appliance isequipped 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.
For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet
to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit
breaker.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
ADAPTER PLUGS
Usage situations where appliance's
power cord will be disconnected
infrequently.
Becauseof potential safety hazards
under certain conditions, we strongly
recommend against the use of an
adapter plug. However,if gou still
(Adapterplugsnot
permittedin Canada)
Alignlarge
TEMPORARY andfirmconnection
METHOD beforeuse.
elect to use on adapter, where local codes permit, o TEMPORARY
CONNECTIONmeg be mode to a properlg grounded two-prong well
receptacle bgthe use of o ULlisted adapter which is available at most
local hardware stores.
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot
in the well receptacle to provide proper polaritg in the connection
of the power cord.
CAU7"i0N:Attaching the adapter ground terminal
to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance
unless the cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and the wall
receptacle is grounded through the house wiring.
You should have the circuit checked bg o qualified electrician to make
sure the receptacle is properlg grounded.
When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, alwugs hold the
adapter with one hand. Ifthis is not done, the adopter ground terminal
is verg likelg to break with repeated use.Shouldthis happen, DO NOT
USEthe appliance until a proper ground has again been established.
Usage situations where appliance's power cord will bedisconnected
frequently.
Do not use an adapter plug in these situations because frequent
disconnection of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter
and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal. You
should havethe two-prong wall receptacle replaced with o
three-prong (grounding) receptacle bg o qualified electrician
before using the appliance.
EXTENSION CORDS
A short power supplg cord is providedto reducethe risks resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over olonger cord.
Extensioncords meg be used if gou are careful in usingthem.
If an extension cord is used-
1 Themarked electrical rating ofthe extension cord should be at least
asgreat as the electrical rating of the appliance;
2 Theextension cord must be ogrounding-tgpe 3-wire cord and it
must be pluggedinto o 3-slot outlet;
3 Theextension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over
the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulledon bg children or
tripped over unintentionallg.
If gou usean extension cord,the interior light meg flicker and the blower
sound mag varg when the microwave oven ison. Cookingtimes mag be
longer,too.
NOTICE--PACEMAKERS
Most pacemakers are shielded from interference from electronic
products, including microwaves. However, patients with pacemakers
meg wish to consult their physicians if theg have concerns.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY
INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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Features
(Throughout this manual, features and
appearance may vary from your model.)
1. Door Latches.
2. Window with Metal Shield. Screen
allows cooking to be viewed while
keeping microwaves confined
in the oven.
3. Convenience Guide.
NOTE:Rating plate, oven vent(s)and
oven light are located on the inside walls
of the microwave oven.
4. Touch Control Panel Display.
700Watts
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5. Door Latch Release. Press latch
release to open the door. 6. Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using
the oven. The turntable may be
removed for cleaning.
Quick Start oughoutthis manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.)
The Controls on Your Microwave Oven
Youcan microwave by time or with
the convenience features.
Time Features
TIMECOOK
TIMEDEFROST(Amount of defrosting time)
POWERLEVEL
30 SEC, ...............
Enter
Amount of cooking time.
Amount of defrosting time.
Powerlevel1-10
Startsautomatically!
TIME COOK
[#
POWER
LEVEL
TIME
DEFROST
:30
Convenience Features and Auto Feature
Enter
POPCORN 3.5-oz.or 3.0-oz.package
PIZZA 1-4 slices
BEVERAGE 1-4 servings
POTATO 1-4 servings
VEGETABLE Foodtype i-3 + i-4 serving size
REHEAT Foodtype 1-6 + 1-4 serving size
(Not availablefor Plateoption)
AUTODEFROST Foodweight
POPCORN PIZZA BEVERAGE
POTATO VEGETABLE REHEAT
AUTO
DEFROST

Changing Power Levels
Thepower levelmay be entered or
changed immediately after entering the
feature time for TIMECOOKor TIME
DEFROST.The power levelmay also be
changed during time countdown.
Variable power levelsadd flexibility to
microwave cooking.Thepower levelson
the microwave oven can be compared to
the surface units on a range. Powerlevel
10 or full power isthe fastest way to cook
and gives you 100% power. Eachpower
levelgives you microwave energy a
certain percent of the time. Powerlevel7 is
microwave energy 70% ofthe time. Power
level3 isenergy 30% of the time.
A high setting will cook faster but food
may need morefrequent stirring,rotating
or turning over.Mostcooking will be done
on power level10.A lower setting will cook
more evenly and need lessstirring or
rotating of the food.
Somefoods may have better flavor,texture
or appearance if one of the lower settings
isused.Usea lower power levelwhen
cooking foods that have a tendency to boil
over,such as scalloped potatoes.
Restperiods (whenthe microwave energy
cycles off) give time for the food to
"equalize"or transfer heat to the insideof
the food. An example of this isshown with
power level3-the defrost cycle. If
microwave energy did not cycle off,the
outside of the food would cook beforethe
insidewas defrosted.
Here are some examples of uses for
various power levels:
Power Level Best Uses
High i0
Med-High 7
Medium 5
Fish,bacon,vegetables,
boiling liquids.
Gentlecooking of meat and
poultry; baking casseroles
and reheating.
Slowcooking and
tenderizingsuch as
stews and lesstender
cuts of meat.
Low 2 or 3
Warm 1
Defrostingwithout cooking;
simmering;delicate sauces.
Keepingfood warm without
overcooking;softening
butter.
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POWER
LEVEL
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START
PAUSE
How to Change the Power Level
The power level may be entered or
changed immediately after entering
the feature time for TIMECOOK.
i. PressTIME COOK.
2. Enter cooking time.
3. Press POWERLEVEL.
4. Select desired power level 1-10.
5. Press START/PAUSE.
Time Features
Time Cook
Power level 10 (High)is automatically set,
but you may change it for more flexibility.
i. Press TIME COOK.
2. Enter cooking time.
3. Change power level if you don't
want full power. (PressPOWER
LEVEL.Select a desired power level
1-10.)
4. Press START/PAUSE
Time Cook
Allows you to microwave for any time up
to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
Powerlevel 10 isautomatically set, but
you may change itfor more flexibility.
Youmay open the door during Time Cook
to check the food. Closethe door and press
START/PAUSEto resume cooking.
TIME COOK
START
PAUSE

Time Features(cont.)
I bunch (lY4to lY2Ibs.) 7to 10 min.
I bunch (1V4to 1V2Ibs.) 9to 13 min.
10-oz.package 5to 8 min.
10-oz.package 5to 8 min.
In2-qt. casserole,place 1/2 cup water.
In2-qt. casserole,place 1/4 cup water.
In 1-qt. casserole.
In 1-qt. casserole,place 3tablespoons water.
Time Cook Gulde - NOTE:Use power level 10 unless otherwise noted.
Amount Time Comments
Asparagus
(freshspears)i lb. 7to 10 min.,Med-High(7) In l_2-qt, casserole,place 1//4cup water.
(frozenspears) 10-oz.package Sto 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole.
Beans
(freshgreen)lib, cut in half 12to 17 min. In l_/2-qt,casserole,place 1/2 cup water.
(f[ozengreen)10-oz, package 6to 9 min. In 1-qt. casserole,place 2tablespoons water.
(frozenlima) 10-oz.package 6to 9 min. In 1-qt. casserole,place 1//4cup water.
(freshlwhole) i bunch 18to 25 min. In2-qt. casserole,place 1/2 cup water.
BroCcoli
(freShCut)
(freshspears)
(fcozen;chopped)
(frozenSpears)
Cabbage
(freSh) i medium head (about2 Ibs.) 8 to 13 min. In 1_2-or 2-qt. casserole,place 1/4 cup water.
(wedges) 7to 1/4min. In2- or 3-qt. casserole,place 1//4cupwater.
(fresh,sliced) i lb. 6to 9 min. In l_/2-qt,casserole,place 1//4cup water.
(frozen) 10-oz.package 5to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole,place2tablespoons water.
Cauliflowe--__
(flowerets) I medium heed 9to 1/4min. In2-qt. casserole,place 1/2 cup water.
(freShlWhole) i medium heed 9to 17 min. In2-qt. casserole,place 1/2 cup water.
(frozen) 10-oz.package 5to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole,place2tablespoons water.
Corn
(frozenkernel) lO-oz,package 4to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole,place 2 tablespoons water.
Corn ont-_eecob
(fresh) i to 5ears 3to 5 min. per ear
(frozen) lear
2to 6 ears
Mixedvegetables
(frozen) lO-oz,package
Pea;-------
(fresh,shelled) 2 Ibs.unshelled
(frozen) lO-oz,package
Potatoes
(fresh.Cubed. 4 potatoes
white) (6to 8 oz.each)
(freshlwhole, 1(6to 8oz.)
sweet or white)
spinaCh
(fresh) 10to 16oz.
(frozen,chopped lO-oz,package
and leaf)
Squash
(fresh,summer i lb.sliced
and gellow)
(winter,acorn ! to 2 squash
or butternut) (about! lb.each)
Sto 7 min.
2to/4 min. perear
In2-qt. glass baking dish, place corn. If corn is in husk, use no
water; if corn has been husked,add 1//4cup water. Rearrange
after half of time.
Placein 2-qt. glass baking dish.Coverwith vented plasticwrap.
Rearrangeafter half oftime.
/4to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole,place 3tablespoons water.
gto 12min. In !-qt. casserole,place 1//4cup water.
/4to 8 min. In !-qt. casserole,place 2 tablespoons water.
11to 1/4min.
2to Smin.
Peeland cut into 1-inch cubes.Placein 2-qt. casserolewith 1/2 cup
water. Stirafter half oftime.
Piercewith cooking fork. Placein center of the oven. Letstand
Sminutes.
Sto 8 min. In2-qt. casserole,place washed spinach.
Sto 8 min. In !-qt. casserole,place 3 tablespoons water.
/4to 7 min.
7 to 1! min.
In lY2-qt, casserole,place 1//4cup water.
Cut in half and removefibrous membranes. In 2-qt. glassbaking
dish, place squashcut-side-down. Turncut-side-up after/4 minutes.

Time Features(cont.)
Time Defrost
Allows gou to defrost for a selected length
oftime. Seethe Defrosting Guidefor
suggestedtimes (AUTODEFROST
explained inthe Auto Feature section).
1. PressTIMEDEFROST.
2. Enter defrosting time.
3. Press START/PAUSE
4. Turn the food over after half the time.
5. Press START/PAUSE
Powerlevelisautomaticallg set at 5,but
can be changed. Youcan defrost small
items quicklg bg raisingthe power level
after entering the time. Power level 7 cuts
the total defrosting time inabout half;
power level 10 cuts the total time to
approximatelg 1/3. However,food will need
more frequent attention than usual.
At one half of selecteddefrosting time, turn
food over and breakaport or rearrange
piecesfor more evendefrosting. Shieldong
worm areas with small piecesof foil.The
ovenwill continue to defrost if gou don't
open the door and turn the food.
A dull thumping noise mag be heard
during defrosting. Thisisnormal when
oven isnot operating at Hipower.
Defrosting Tips
• Foodsfrozenin paperor plasticcan be
defrostedin thepackage.Closedpackages
shouldbeslit,piercedorvented AFTER
foodhas partiollgdefrosted.Plasticstorage
containersshouldbe partiallguncovered.
• Familg-size,prepackaged frozen dinners
can be defrosted and microweved. Ifthe
food is in a foil container,transfer itto a
microwave-safe dish.
• Foodsthat spoileasilg should not be
allowed to sit out for morethan one hour
after defrosting. Room temperature
promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.
• When defrosted, food should be cool
but softened in all areas. Ifstill slightlg icg,
return to the microwave verg brieflg, or
let it stand a few minutes.
TIME
DEFROST
Fq 3 ]
START
PAUSE
Defrosting Guide
Time Comments
Breads,Cakes
Bread.bunsor rolls(1piece) 1/2 min.
Sweetrolls [approx. 12oz.] 3to Smin. Rearrangeafter half the time.
Fish end Seafood
Fillets.frozen 11Ib.) 6 to 9 min.
Shellfish.small oieces(1lb.) 6 to 9min. Placeblock in casserole.Turn over and break up after half the time.
Fruit
Plasticpouch i or 2 2to 6 min.
(lO-oz.packagej
Meat
Bacon 11lb.) 4 to 7min.
Franks(1 Ib4 4to 7 min.
Ground meat (1 lb.)
Roast:beef.lamb.veal, pork
Steaks.chops and cutlets
Poultrg
Chicken.broiler-frger, cut up
(2i/'2to 3Ibs./
1
ChicKen.whole (2_/2to 3 Ibs.)
Cornishhen
Turkeg breast (4 to 6 Ibs.)
!0 to 12 min.
9to 1] min. per lb.
9 to 13min. perlb.
Placeunopened package in oven.Let stand 5minutes after defrosting.
Placeunopened package in oven. Microwave just until franks can be separated. Let stand
5minutes, if necessarg,to complete defrosting.
Turn meat over after first half of time.
Usepower level 1.
Placeunwrapped meat in cooking dish.Turn overafter first half oftime and shieldwarm areas with
foil.After second half of time, separate pieceswith table knife. Letstand to complete defrosting.
26 to 32 min.
26to 32min.
7to 13min. perlb.
9 to 14min. perlb.
Placewrapped chicken indish.Unwrap and turn over after first half of time.After second half
oftime, separate pieces and place in cooking dish. Hicrowave 2 to 4 minutes more, if necessarg.
Letstand a few minutes to finish defrosting.
Placewrapped chicken indish.After half the time, unwrap andturn chicken over.Shieldwarm
areas with foil.Tocomplete defrosting, run cold water inthe cavitg until giblets can be removed.
Placeunwrapped hen in the oven breast-side-up. Turnover after first half of time.
Runcool water in the cavitg until giblets can be removed.
Placeunwrapped breast in microwave-safe dish breast-side-down. Afterfirst half
of time, turn breast-side-up and shield warm areas with foil. Defrostfor second
half of time. Letstand i to 2hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting. 9

Time Features(cont.)
Add 30 Seconds
It will add 30 seconds to the time
counting down each time the pad
is pressed.
Eachtouch will add 30 seconds, up to
99 minutes and 99 seconds.
It can be used as a quick wag to set
30 seconds of cooking time.
The oven will start immediately when
pressed.
j:30
Convenience Features
Popcorn
How to Use the Popcorn Feature
1. Follow package instructions. Place
the package of popcorn in the center
of the microwave.
2. PressPOPCORNonce for a 3.5-ounce
package of popcorn and twice for a
3.0-ounce package. The oven will
start immediately after POPCORN
is touched.
POPCORN
UseooJywith prepackagedmicrowave
popcornweighing 3.0to 3.5ounces.
Beverage
The Beveragefeature works best for
heating a beverage that is at room
temperature.
Press BEVERAGEonce for 8 oz.,twice
for 12 oz.,three times for 16 oz. and four
times for 4 oz. The oven will start
immediatelg when BEVERAGEistouched.
Beverages heated with the Beverage
feature mag be verg hot. Remove the
container with care. BEVERAGE
Reheat
The Reheatfeature automaticallg setsthe
cooking times and power levelsto reheat
a varietg of previouslg cooked foods.
1.PressREHEAT.CodEwill be displaged.
2. Selectfood tgpe 1-6. Serving
Sizes1-4 will be displaged.
3. EnterServingSize1-4.
4. The oven starts automaticallg.
Food Serving
Code Food Size
1
2
3
4
5
6
Pasta 1-4
Heats 1-4
Veggies 1-4
Beverages 1-4
Sauces 1-4
Plate(ofleftovers) lonlg
REHEAT
Vegetable
The Vegetable feature automaticallg sets
the cooking times and power levelsto cook
fresh,frozen or canned vegetables.
1.PressVEGETABLE.CodEwillbe displaged.
2. Selectfood tgpe 1-3. Serving
Sizes1-4 will be displaged.
3. EnterServingSize1-4.
4.The ovenstarts automaticallg.
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Food Serving
Code Food Size
1
2
3
Fresh 1-4
Frozen 1-4
Canned 1-4
VEGETABLE
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Convenience Features (cont.)
Pizza
The Pizzafeature isfor reheating
1 to/4 slices of pizza. Press PIZZAonce for one slice of pizza,
twice for two slices, three times for three
slices and four times for four slices. The
oven will start immediately after PIZZA
istouched.
PIZZA
Baked Potato
The Potato feature cooks up to four 8-10
ounce potatoes.
Baked Potato
Press BAKEDPOTATOonce for one
potato, twice for two potatoes, three
times for three potatoes and four times
for four potatoes. The oven will start
immediatelg after BAKEDPOTATO
istouched.
POTATO
Auto Feoture
Auto Defrost
UseAUTODEFROSTfor meat, poultrg
and fish.UseTIMEDEFROSTfor most
other frozen foods (TIMEDEFROST
explained in the Time Featuressection).
AUTODEFROSTautomaticallg setsthe
defrosting times and power levelsto give
even defrosting resultsfor meats, poultrg
and fish weighing up to 6 pounds.
1. PressAUTO DEFROST.
2. Using the Conversion Guide below,
enter food weight. For example, press
pads land 2 for 1.2 pounds (1 pound,
3ounces).
Defrosting Tips
• Removemeat from packageand place
on microwave-safedish.
• When the oven signals,turn the food
over.Removedefrosted meat or shield
warm areas with small piecesof foil.
• After defrosting, most meats need to
stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting.
Large roastsshould stand for about
30 minutes.
3. Press START/PAUSE.
Conversion Guide
If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the ounces must be converted
to tenths (0.1)of a pound.
Weight of Food in Ounces
1-2
3
4-5
6-7
8
9-10
11
12-13
14-15
Enter FoodWeight (tenths ofo pound}
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
AUTO
DEFROST
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START
PAUSE
Thereisahandyguidelocatedonthe
insidefront ofthe oven,
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Other Features
Clock
press CLOCKto enter the time of dog.
1. Press CLOCK.
2. Enter time of dog.
3. Press START/PAUSEor CLOCK.
CLOCK
F EE
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Timer
The Timer operotes os o minute timer.
1. PressTIMER.
2. Enter omount of time gou wont to
count down.
:3.PressTIMER.When the time is up,
the timer will signol.
The Timer feoture operotes without
microwove energg.
To stop the timer, press ond hold
TIMER for 5 seconds
NOTE: CLEAR/OFF will not stop the
TIMER.
TIMER
Pause
To pmusecooking or defrosting, press
START/PAUSETo continue cooking or
defrosting, press START/PAUSEmgoin. ©
START
PAUSE
Clear/Off
Pressonce to stop ond erose gour
cooking settings. ©
CLEAR
OFF
Child Lock-Out
You mog lock the control ponel
to prevent the microwove from
being occidentollg storted or used
by children.
To lock or unlock the controls, press ond
hold CLEAR/OFFfor obout three seconds.
When the control ponel is locked, Locwill
oppeor briefly in the displog. When the
control ponel is initiollg unlocked, Unlo
will oppeor brieflg in the displog. I©
CLEAR
OFF
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Microwave Terms
Definition
Ardne Arcing isthe microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing iscaused bg:
• metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
metal such as twist-ties, poultrg pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
recgcled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
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.
Shielding In a regular oven, gou shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over-browning. When
microwaving, gou use small strips of foil to shield thin parts, such asthe tips of wings and legs on
poultrg, which would cook before larger parts.
StandingTime When gou cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish
cooking or to set. Standing time is especiallg important in microwave cooking. Note that a
microwaved cake isnot placed on a cooling rack.
Venting After covering a dish with plastic wrap, gou vent the plastic wrap bg turning back one corner so
excess steam can escape.
Core end Cleaning
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, Metal and
Plastic Parts on the Door
Some spatters can be removed with a
paper towel; others mag require a damp
cloth. Remove greasg spatters with a
sudsg cloth, then rinse with a damp
cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or
sharp utensils on oven walls. To clean
the surface of the door and the surface
of the oven that come together upon
closing, use onlg mild, nonabrasive soaps
or detergents using a sponge or soft
cloth. Rinsewith a damp cloth and drg.
Never use a commercial oven cleaner
on ang port of gour microwave.
Removable Turntable and
Turntable Support
To prevent breakage, do not place the
turntable into water just after cooking.
Wash it carefullg in warm, sudsg water
or in the dishwasher. The turntable and
support can be broken if dropped.
Remember, do not operate the oven
without the turntable and support
in place.
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How to Cleon the Outside
Case Door Surface
Clean the outside of the microwave
with a sudsy cloth. Rinse and then
dry. Wipe the window clean with a
domp cloth.
Control Panel and Door
Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.
Do not use cleaning sprays, large
amounts of soap and water, abrasives
or sharp objects on the panel-they
can damage it. Some paper towels can
also scratch the control panel.
It's important to keep the area clean
where the door seals against the
microwove. Use only mild, non-abrosive
detergents applied with a clean sponge
or soft cloth. Rinse well.
Power Cord
If the cord becomes soiled, unplug
and wash with a damp cloth. For
stubborn spots, sudsy water may be
used, but be certain to rinse with a
domp cloth and dry thoroughly before
plugging cord into outlet.
If Something Goes Wrong
I o not use cleaners containing
ammonia or alcohol on the
microwave oven. Ammonia
or alcohol can damage the
appearance of the microwave.
PossibleCauses What ToDo
Ovenwill not start A fuse in your home may be • Replocefuseor resetcircuitbreoker.
blown or the circuit breakertripped.
Powersurge. • Unplugthe microwave oven,then plug it back in.
Plugnotfully insertedintowalloutlet. • Hake surethe ]-prong plug on ovenisfully inserted intowall outlet.
Control panel lighted, get Doornot securelyclosed. • Openthe door and close securely.
oven will not start,
START/PAUSEnot pressedafter • PressSTART/PAUSE
entering cooking selection.
Another selectionentered • PressCLEAR/OFF.
alreodg in ovenand CLEAR/OFF
not pressedto cancel it.
Cookingtime not entered • Hake sure you haveenteredcooking time after pressingTIMECOOK.
after pressingTIMECOOK.
START/PAUSEwas pressed • Resetcooking program and pressSTART/PAUSE
occidentally.
Foodweight notentered after • Hake sureyou haveenteredfood weight after selecting
selectingAUTODEFROST. AUTODEFROST.
Ovenwas pausedaccidentally. • PressSTART/PAUSEto restart the cooking program.
Things That Are
Normal
. Steom or vapor escoping from
around the door.
. Light reflection around door or
outer cose.
. Dimming oven light ond chonge in
the blower sound at power levels other
than high.
. Dullthumping sound while oven
isoperoting.
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, TV-rodio interference might be noticed
while using the microwove. Similor to
the interference coused by other small
applionces, it does not indicote a
problem with the microwove. Plugthe
microwove into a different electricol
circuit, move the rodio or TVas for
away from the microwave as possible
or check the position and signal of
the TVirodio antenna.

GE Microwave Oven Warranty Staple Four receipt here.
Proofof theorigina! purchase
date isneeded to make a
warrantFclaim.
What GEWill Provide:
OneVear Replacement unit for any product which fails dueto a defect in materials or
Fromthe date ofthe original purchase workmanship. Theexchange unit iswarranted for the remainder of your
product'soriginal one-gear warranty period.
• Propedg pack gour unit. We recommend using the
original carton and packing materials.
• Return the product to the retail location where it was
purchased.
• Include in the package a copgof the salesreceipt or other
evidence of date of original purchase. Also print gour
name and address and a description of the defect.
• Customer instructions. This owner's manual provides
information regarding operating instructions
and user controls.
Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
•Failure of the product or damage to the product if it is
abused, misused (forexample, cavity arcing from wire
rack or metal/foil}, or used for other than the intended o
purpose or used commerciallg.
Replacement of house fuses orresetting of circuit
breakers.
Damage to the product caused bg accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
hcidental or consequential damage caused bg possible
defects with this appliance.
Damage caused after deliverg.
EXCLUSIONOF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusiveremedy is product
repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Ang impfied warranties, including the
implied warranties of merchantaOilitg or fitness for a particular purpose, are
limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
ThiswarrantF isextended to the origina!purchaser and anF succeedingowner for
products purchased for homeuse within the USA.
Somestates do not allow the exclusionor limitation of inddenta! or consequentia!
damages. Thiswarrant FgivesFou spedfic lega!rights,and FoumaFalsohaveother
rights which vatFfrom state to state. Toknow what Four lega!rights are,consultFour
loca! or state consumeraffairs officeor Fourstate'sAttomeFGenera!.
Exclusionof implied warranties: Exceptwhere prohibited or restricted bFlaw, thereare
no warranties, whether express,ora! or statutorFwhich extend beFondthe description
on the facehereof,includingspecifica!!F theimplied warranties ofmerchantabilitFor
fitness for a particular purpose.
Warrantor: General Electric Compang. Louisville, KY 40225
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