GE JES737 User manual

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700 watts
model JES737
Safety Instructions .............. 2-5
Operating Instructions
Features .............................. 6
Quick Start ............................ 6
Changing Power Levels ................ 7
Time Features ...................... 7-10
Convenience Features ............. 10-11
Auto Feature ......................... 11
Other Features ....................... 12
Helpful Information
Microwave Terms ..................... 13
Care and Cleaning ................ 13-14
If Something Goes Wrong ............. 1/4
Things That Are Normal ............... 1/4
Microwave Oven Warrantg ..... 15
Consumer Support ....... back cover
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY
For gour safetg, the information in this manual must be followed
to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent propertg
damage, personal injurg 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 safet9 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:
1door (bent)
2 hinges and latches (brokenor loosened)
3 door seals and sealing surfaces
The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired bg angone except
properly qualified service personnel.
WARNING!
When using electrical appliances, basic safetg precautions
should be followed, including the following:
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
•Read and follow the specific "Precautions to Avoid Possible
Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy" above
•This appliance must be grounded Connect onlg to properlg
rounded outlet See Grounding Instructions section on page/4
•Do not mount this appliance over a sink
•Install or locate this appliance onlg in accordance with the
provided Installation Instructions
•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 mount the microwave oven over or near ang portion of
a heating or cooking appliance
•Do not store angthing directlg on top of the microwave oven
surface when the oven is in operation
•Do not operate ang heating or cooking appliance beneath
this microwave
•Use this appliance onlg for its intended use as described in this
manual Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance
This microwave oven is specificallg designed to heat drg or cook
food and is not intended for laboratorg or industrial use
•Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or
plug if it is not working properlg or if it has been damaged or
dropped
•Do not cover or block ang 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
•Do 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 may
spread
•Seedoor surface cleaning instructions in the Care and Cleaning
section(s) of this manual
•GEdoes not support any servicing of the microwave We strongly
recommend that you do not attempt to service the microwave
yourself
•Aswith any appliance close supervision is necessary when used
by children
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT
MICROWAVING
ARCING
If gou 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. Such use 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.
SAFETY FACT
SUPERHEATED WATER
Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea are able to be overheated
begond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible
bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the
microwave oven is not alwags 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.
Toreduce 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.
* 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 160°Fand poultry to at least an INTERNALtemperature
of 180°RCooking 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."
* 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. 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.
* If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it is safe
for use in microwave ovens.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT
MICROWAVING coNr.
• 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 :1"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.
2Do not microwave empty containers.
3 Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without
complete supervision.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Improper use of the grounding plug
can result in a risk of electric shock.
PREFERRED
METHOD
This appliance must be grounded. Ensure proper ground
In the event of an electrical short circuit, exists before use.
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.
For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet
to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit
breaker.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORPIAT/ON.
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 you still
(Adapter plugs not
permitted in Canada)
Align large I _-'_ Ii
_ Ensure proper ground
TEMPORARY and firm connection
METHOD before use.
elect to use an adapter, where local codespermit, a TEMPORARY
CONNECTIONmay be made to a properly grounded two-prong wall
receptacle by the use of a 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 wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection
of the power cord.
CAUTION: 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, andthe wall receptacle is
grounded through the house wiring.
You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make
sure the receptacle isproperly grounded.
When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the
adapter with one hand. Ifthis is not done, the adapter ground terminal
is very likely 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 usean adapter plugin 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 a
three-prong (grounding)receptacle by a qualified electrician
before using the appliance.
EXTENSION CORDS
Ashort power supply cord is providedto reduce the risksresulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Extensioncords may be usedif you are careful in using them.
If an extension cord is used-
./. Themarked electrical rating ofthe extension cord should be at least
asgreat asthe electrical rating of the appliance;
2 Theextension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and it
must be plugged into a 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 by children or
tripped over unintentionally.
If you usean extension cord,the interior light may flicker andthe blower
sound may vary when the microwave ovenison. Cooking times may be
longer,too.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY
INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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.
700 Wat__
S.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.
QuickStclrt (Throughoutthis 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
Enter
TIME COOK
TIME DEFROST IAmount of defrosting timel
30 SEC'
POWER LEVEL ...........
Amount of cooking time.
Amount of defrosting time.
Startsautomatically!
Powerlevel1-10
TIME
COOK
TIME
DEFROST
POWER ADD
LEVEL 30 SEC
Convenience Features and Auto Feature
Enter
POPCORN 3.5oz. or 3.0oz. package
BAKED POTATO 1-4 servings
PIZZA 1-/4 slices
BEVERAGE 1-/4 servings
REHEAT Food type 1-6 + 1-4 serving size
(Not available for Plate option)
VEGETABLE Food type 1-5 + 1-/4 serving size
AUTO DEFROST Food weight
POPCORN BAKED
POTATO PIZZA
BEVERAGE VEGETABLE REHEAT
AUTO
DEFROST

Changing Power Levels
Thepower levelmay be entered or
changed immediately after entering the
feature time for TIMECOOKor TIME
DEFROST.The powerlevelmay alsobe
changedduringtimecountdown.
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 hove better flavor,texture
or appearance if one of the lower settings
isused.Usea lower power levelwhen
cooking foods that hove a tendency to boil
over,such as scolloped 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.
Hereare some examples of uses for
various power levels:
PowerLevel Best Uses
High 10
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 or3
Warm I
Defrostingwithout cooking;
simmering;delicate sauces.
Keepingfood worm without
overcooking;softening
butter.
POWER
LEVEL
1 2 3
456
7 8 9
0
START
PAUSE
How to Change the Power Level
The power level may be entered or
changed immediately after entering
the feature time for TIMECOOK.
1. Press TIME 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)isautomatically set,
but you may change it for more flexibility.
1. 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
!-!0.)
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
1 2
4 5
7 8
0
START
PAUSE
3
6
9

Time Features(cont.)
Time Cook Guide - NOTE:Use power level 10 unless otherwise noted.
Amount Time Comments
Asparagus
(freshspears) 1 lb. 7to 10 min.,Med-High(7) Inl_2-qt, casserole,place 1/4 cup water.
(frozenspears) lO-oz,package 5to 8 min. In1-qt. casserole.
(freshgreen) i lb.cut in half 12to 17 min. Inl_/2-qt,casserole,place 1/2 cup water.
(frozengreen)lO-oz, package 6to 9 min. In1-qt. casserole,place 2 tablespoons water.
(frozenlima) lO-oz, package 6to 9 min. In1-qt. casserole,place 1/4 cup water.
Beets
(fresh,whole) 1bunch 18to 25 min. In2-qt. casserole,place 1/2 cup water.
Broccoli
(freshcut)
(freshspears)
(frozen,Chopped)
(frozenspears)
i bunch (1V4to 1V2Ibs.) 7to 10min.
i bunch (1V4to 1V2Ibs.) 9to 13min.
lO-oz,package 5 to 8 min.
lO-oz,package 5 to 8 min.
In2-qt. casserole,place 1/2 cup water.
In2-qt. casserole,place 1/4 cup water.
In1-qt. casserole.
In1-qt. casserole,place 5tablespoons water.
(fresh) 1medium head (about2 Ibs.) 8to 15min. InlY2- or 2-qt. casserole,place 1/4 cup water.
(wedges) 7to 14min. In2- or 5-qt. casserole,place 1/4 cupwater.
(fresh,sliced) lib. 6to9min. Inl_/2-qt,casserole,place 1/4 cup water.
(frozen) lO-oz, package 5to 8 min. In1-qt. casserole,place 2tablespoons water.
Cauliflower
(flowerets) I medium head 9to 14min. In2-qt. casserole,place 1/2 cup water.
(fresh,whole) 1medium head 9to 17 min. In2-qt. casserole,place 1/2 cup water.
(frozen) lO-oz, package 5to 8 min. In1-qt. casserole,place 2tablespoons water.
(frozenkernel) lO-oz,package 4 to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole,place 2tablespoons water.
Corn on the cob
1to 5ears 3to 5 min. perear In 2-qt. glassbaking dish, place corn. Ifcorn isin husk, use no
water; if corn has been husked,add 1/4 cup water. Rearrange
offer half of time.
(frozen) 1 ear 5 to 7 min. Placein 2-qt. gloss baking dish.Coverwith vented plasticwrap.
2to 6 ears 2to 4 min. perear Rearrangeoffer half oftime.
Mixedvegetables
(frozen) lO-oz,package /4to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole,place 3 tablespoons water.
(fresh,shelled) 2 Ibs.unshelled 9to 12min. In 1-qt. casserole,place 1//4cup water.
(frozen) lO-oz,package /4to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole,place 2 tablespoons water.
(fresh,cubed, 4 potatoes 11to 14min.
white) (6to 8 oz.each)
(fresh,whole, 1(6to8 oz.) 2to 5 min.
sweet or white)
Spinach
(fresh) 10to 16oz. 5to 8 min.
(frozen,chopped lO-oz,package 5 to 8 min.
and leaf)
Squash
(fresh,summer 1lb.sliced /4to 7min.
and yellow)
(winter,acoin i to 2squash 7to 11 min.
or butternut) (abouti lb.each)
Peeland cut into i inch cubes.Placein 2-qt. casserolewith 1/2 cup
water. Stirafter half oftime.
Piercewith cooking fork. Placein center of the oven. Letstand
5minutes.
In2-qt. casserole,place washed spinach.
In 1-qt. casserole,place 3 tablespoons water.
In l_/2-qt,casserole,place 1/4 cup 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 oselected 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
Powerlevelisoutomoticollg set at 3,but
con be changed. Youcon defrost small
items quicklg bg raisingthe power level
offer entering the time. Power level 7 cuts
the total defrosting time inabout half;
power level 10 cuts the total time to
opproximotelg 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 mog be heard
during defrosting. Thisisnormal when
oven isnot operating at Hipower.
Defrosting Tips
•Foodsfrozenin paperor plasticcon be
defrostedinthe package.Closedpackages
shouldbeslit,piercedorvented AFTER
foodhas portiollgdefrosted.Plasticstorage
containersshouldbe portiollguncovered.
• Family-size,prepackaged frozen dinners
con be defrosted and microwoved. Ifthe
food is in o foil container,transfer itto o
microwave-safe dish.
•Foodsthat spoileasily should not be
allowed to sit out for morethan one hour
offer defrosting. Room temperature
promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.
• When defrosted, food should be cool
but softened in oil areas. Ifstill slightlg icg,
return to the microwave very briefly, or
let it stand o few minutes.
TIME
DEFROST
I 2 3
456
789
0
START
PAUSE
Defrosting Guide
Time Comments
Breads,Cakes
Bread.bunsor rolls(1piece) 1/2 min.
Sweet rollsLopprox.t2 oz.] 3to 5min. Rearrangeoffer half the time.
Fishand Seafood
Fillets.frozen (1lb.) 6 to 9 min.
Shellfish.small pieces(1lb.) 6to 9 min. Placeblock in casserole.Turnover and break up offer half the time.
Fruit
Plasticpouch--1 or 2 2to 6 min.
(lO-oz.package)
Meat
Bacon(1 lb.) 4 to 7min.
Franks(1 lb.) 4to 7 min.
Ground meat (1lb.)
Roast:beef.lamb.veal. pork
Steaks.chops and cutlets
Poultrg
Chicken,broiler-frger, cut up
(2i/2to 3 Ibs.)
Chicken.whole 12V2to 3 Ibs.)
Cornishhen
Turkeg breast (4 to 6 Ibs.)
10to 12 min.
9to 15 min. per lb.
9 to 13min. perlb.
Placeunopened package in oven.Let stand 5 minutes 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. Microwave 2 to 4 minutes more, if necessarg.
Letstand a few minutes to finish defrosting.
Placewrapped chicken indish.After half the time, unwrap and turn chicken over.Shieldwarm
areas with foil. To complete defrosting, runcold 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 2 hours 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.
Each touch will add 30 seconds, up to
99 minutes and 99 seconds.
The oven will start immediately when
pressed.
ADD
30 SEC
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.PressPOPCORN once for a 3.5ounce
packageof popcorn and twice for a
3.0ounce package.The ovenwill
startimmediatelyafterPOPCORN
istouched.
POPCORN
Use onlg with prepackaged microwave
popcorn weighing 3.0 to 3.5 ounces.
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
immediately when BEVERAGEistouched.
Beverages heated with the Beverage
feature mag be verg hot. Remove the
container with care. [BEVERAGE
Reheat
The Reheatfeature automatically setsthe
cooking times and power levelsto reheat
a varietg of previouslg cooked foods.
1.PressREHEAT.CodEwill be displayed.
2. Selectfood tgpe 1-6. Serving
Sizes1-4 will be displaged.
3. Enter Serving Size 1-4.
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 (of leftovers) 1only
REHEAT
1 2 3
4S6
789
0
Vegetable
TheVegetablefeature automatically sets
the cooking times and power levelsto cook
fresh,frozen or canned vegetables.
1.PressVEGETABLE.CodEwillbe displaged.
2. Selectfood tgpe 1-3. Serving
Sizes1-/4will 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 immediatelg 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. [BAKED
POTATO
Auto Feature
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 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds (1 pound,
3 ounces).
Defrosting Tips
•Removemeat from packageand place
on microwave-safedish.
•Whenthe 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 STARTIPAUSE.
Conversion Guide
If the weight of food is stated in pounds end ounces, the ounces must beconverted
to tenths (0.1)of o pound.
Weight of Food in Ounces
1-2
3
4-5
6-7
8
9-10
ii
12-13
14-15
Enter FoodWeight (tenths of(] 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
Thereis o hondg guide located on the
inside front of the oven.
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Other Features
Clock
PressCLOCKto enter the time of day.
1. Press CLOCK.
2. Enter time of day.
3. Press START/PAUSEor CLOCK.
CLOCK
123
4 5 6
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0
Timer
The Timer operates as a minute timer.
1. PressTIMER.
2. Enter amount of time you want to
count down.
3. PressTIMER.When the time is up,
the timer will signal.
The Timer feature operates without
microwave energy.
To stop the timer, press and hold
TIMER for 3 seconds
NOTE:CLEAR/OFFwill not stop the
TIMER.
TIMER
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Pouse
To pause cooking or defrosting, press
START/PAUSETo continue cooking or
defrosting, press START/PAUSEagain.
START
PAUSE
Clear/Off
Pressonce to stop and erase your
cooking settings. [CLEAR
OFF
Child Lock-Out
You may lock the control panel
to prevent the microwave from
being accidentally started or used
by children.
To lock or unlock the controls, press and
hold CLEAR/OFFfor about three seconds.
When the control panel is locked, Locwill
appear briefly in the display. When the
control panel is initially unlocked, Unlo
will appear briefly in the display,
CLEAR
OFF
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Microwave Terms
Definition
Arcing 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 as the 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 is not placed on a cooling rack.
Venting After covering adish with plastic wrap, gou vent the plastic wrap bg turning back one corner so
excess steam can escape.
Care and 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 part 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 Clean 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
damp 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
con damage it. Some paper towels con
also scratch the control panel.
It's important to keep the area cleon
where the door seals against the
microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive
detergents applied with a cleon 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
damp cloth and dry thoroughly before
plugging cord into outlet.
Do not use cleaners containing
ammonia or alcohol on the
microwave oven. Ammonia or
alcohol can damage the
appearance of the microwave.
If Something Goes Wrong
PossibleCauses
Ovenwill not start A fuse in your home may be
blown or the circuit breakertripped.
Powersurge. • Unplugthe microwave oven,then plug it back in.
Plugnotfully insertedinto walloutlet. • Make surethe 3-prong plug on ovenisfully inserted intowall outlet.
Control panellighted, get Doornot securelyclosed. • Openthe door and close securely.
ovenwill not start.
START/PAUSEnot pressedafter • PressSTART/PAUSE
entering cooking selection.
Another selectionentered • PressCLEAR/OFF.
already in ovenand CLEAR/OFF
not pressedto cancelit.
Cookingtime not entered • Makesureyou hove enteredcookingtime offer pressingTIMECOOK.
offer pressingTIMECOOK.
START/PAUSEwas pressed • Resetcooking program and pressSTART/PAUSE
occidentally.
Foodweight not enteredoffer • Make sureyou hoveenteredfood weight offer selecting
selectingAUTODEFROST. AUTODEFROST.
Ovenwas pausedoccidentally. • PressSTART/PAUSEto restart the cooking program.
What ToDo
• Replacefuseor resetcircuitbreaker.
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.
• Dullthumping sound while oven is
operating.
• TV-radio interference might be noticed
while using the microwave. Similar to
the interference caused by other small
appliances, it does not indicate a
problem with the microwave. Plugthe
microwave into a different electrical
circuit, move the radio or TVas far
away from the microwave as possible
or check the position and signal of
the TV/radio antenna.
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GE Microwave Oven Warrantg Staple ;]our receipt here.
Proofof theoriginal purchase
date isneeded to make a
warrant;] claim.
From the date ofthe origina!purchase
Whet GEWill Provide:
Replacement unit for ang product which fails due to a defect in materials or
workmanship. Theexchange unit iswarranted for the remainder of sour
product'soriginal one-gear warrants period.
•Properlgpack 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 copg of the sales receipt 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, deliverg or maintenance.
• Failure of the product or damage to the product ifit is •
abused, misused (forexample, cavity arcing from wire
rack or metal/foil), or used for other than the intended
purpose or used commercially.
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
Damage to the product causedbg accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
Incidental or consequential damage caused bg possible
defects with this appliance.
Damage caused after deliverg.
EXCLUSIONOF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy isproduct
repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the
implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are
limited to one gear or the shortest period allowed by law.
Thiswarrant;] isextended to the original purchaser and an;] succeedingowner for
products purchased for homeuse within the USA.
Somestates do not allow the exclusionor limitation of incidental or consequential
damages. Thiswarrant;] gives;]ou spedfic legal rights,and ;]ou ma;] alsohaveother
rights which var;]from state to state. Toknow what ;]our legal rights ore,consult;]our
local or state consumeraffairs officeor ;]our state'sAttome;] General.
Exclusionof implied warranties: Exceptwhere prohibited or restricted b;] low, thereore
no warranties, whether express,oral or statutor;] which extend be;land the description
on the facehereof,includingspecificoll;] theimplied warranties ofmerchantabilit;] or
fitness for a particular purpose.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY40225
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