GE Monogram ZE2160 User manual

Owner's
Manual
Countertop
Microwave Oven
ZE2160
ge,com
@Monogram:
3513913700 49-40510 01-08Jfl

Consumer Infbrmation
Counterto/) Microwave Over_
Introduction Y0t/r llew Monogram Illicrowave ()veil makes all eloqtlellt statei/lellt of style, collvelliellce and
kitchen planning flexibility. Whether you chose it flw its purity of design, practical cooking
teatures or assiduous attention to detail--or fl)r all of these reasons--you'll find that yore"
Monogram microwave oven's superior blend of fln'm and function will delight you for
years to come.
The inflwmation on the fl)llowing pages will hel I) you operate and maintain your microwave
()Veil properly.
Contents Adapter Plugs ......................... 7
Aluminmn Foil ................ 5, 6, 15, 22
Appliance Registration .................. 3
Auto Featm'e ......................... 17
Auto Defrost ....................... 17
Care and Cleaning .................... 23
Consmner SelMces .................. 3, 27
Cooking Controls ..................... 10
Extension (ords ....................... 8
Featm'es of Yore" Oven .................. 9
Grounding Instructions ................. 7
Microwave-Satb Cookware ............... 6
Model and Serial Number Location ....... 3
Other Features .................... 20, 21
Beeper Volmn e ..................... 21
Child L(mk-Out ..................... 20
(;lock ............................. 20
Cooking Complete Reminder . ......... 20
Delay Start ......................... 21
Hell:) .............................. 20
Reminder . ......................... 21
Scroll Speed ........................ 20
Start/Pause ........................ 20
Tim er On/Off ...................... 21
Power I_evels ......................... 11
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to
Excessive Microwave Energy ............. 2
Problem Solver ....................... 24
Time Featm'es ..................... 12-16
Add 30 Secon (is ..................... 16
Express (_ook ...................... 16
Time Cook ...................... 12, 13
Time Defrost .................... 14, 15
Sensor Featm'es ................... 18, 19
Beverage .......................... 18
Chicken/Fish ....................... 19
Popcorn ........................... 18
Potato ............................ 19
Reheat ............................ 19
Vegetable .......................... 19
Safew Instructions ................... 4-8
_'\arranty ..................... Back Cover
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICRO WAVE ENERG Y
(a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door
ol)eIl siIlce ol)eIl-door ol)eratioil tail restllt iil
harmflfl exposure to microwave energy. It is
inq)ortant not to (left-at or tami)er with the satetv
interlocks.
(b) Do Not Place any object between the oven front lace
and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing surtaces.
(c) Do Not Operate the ()veil if it is dalnaged. It is
particularly important that the oven door close
properly and that there is no dalnage to the:
(1) door (bent),
(9) hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
(3) door seals and sealing surtaces.
(d) The Oven Should Not be a(!justed or repaired bv
anvone except properly qualified service persolmel.

Be[bre
using
_o_r
oven
Read this manual carefully. It is intended to
help you operate and maintain your new
lilicrow;ive ();'ell properly.
Kee I) it handy for answers to your questions.
-Write
down the
model &
serial
numbers
See the Featm'es of Your Oven section fl)r
model and serial nmnber location.
These nmnbers are also on the Consmner
Product Ownership Registration Card included
in this manual.
Before sending in this card, please write these
nmnbers here:
Model Nmnber
Serkd Nmnber
Use these nmnbers in any correspondence or
service c:dls COllcerllillg }oIIr microwaxe ();'ell.
If you
received a
damaged
oven
hmnediatel) contract the dealer (or btdlder)
theft sold ?ou the (wen.
Save time
& mon_
Before xou request service, check the Problem It lists causes of minor operating problems their
Solver in the lx_ck of this manual. "}ou can correct yore'self.
If you
71eed
service
To obtain service, see the Consmner Services
page in the back of this manual.
We're proud of our service and want you to be
pleased. If tor some reason you are not happy
with the seiMce you receive, here are the steps
to follow fm further help.
FIP.ST, cont_lct the people who serviced yore"
appliance. Explain why you m'e not ple_sed.
In most cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the
details--including your phone nmnbel_to:
Managec (:ustomer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety
precautions should be fl,llowed, including tile
fl,llowing:
WARNING -T°reduce the
risk of burns, electric shock, fire, ii_jury
to persons or exposHre to excessive
microwave energy:
, Read and follow the specific "Precautions
to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive
Microwave Energy" (m page 2.
, This appliaJace must be grounded. Connect
only to properly grounded outlet. See
Grounding Instructions section (m page 7.
* Install or locate this appliance only in
accordance with the provided Installation
Instructions,
"Be certain to place the front surface of the
door tl_ee inches or more back from the
countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping
of the appliance in normal usage.
" Use this appliance only for its intended
use as described in tiffs manual, Do not use
corrosive chemicals or wq)ors in this
appliance. This microwave oven is specifically
designed to heat, chy or cook %od, and is
not intended %r laboratory or industrial use.
,Do not cover or block any openings on
the appliance.
"Do not store this appliance outdoors.
Do not use this product near water--
fl)r example, in a wet basement, near
a swimming pool, near a sink or in similar
locations.
" This microwave oven is not approved or
tested for marine use.
"Do not immerse power cord or plug in water,
, Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.
"Do not mount the microwave oven over
or near any portion of a heating or cooMng
appliance.
"Do not mount tiffs appliance over a sink.
, Do not store aaaything directly on top of the
microwave oven surface when the microwave
oven is in operation.
, Do not let power cord hang over edge of
table or counter.
"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 General Electric Service
or an authorized service agent using a power
cord available from General Electric.
, See door surface cleaning instructions in tile
Care and Cleaning section(s) of this manual.
" Tiffs appliance must only be serviced hy
qualified service personnel. Contact nearest
authorized service thcility for examination,
repair or a({justm ent.
"As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
, To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
-Do not overcook food. Carehdlv attend
appliance when paper, plastic or other
combustible materials are placed inside
tile oven to thcilitate cooking.
-Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles
fi'om paper or plastic containers befln'e
placing them in tile oven.
-Do not use the oven for storage purposes.
Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils
or ti)()cl in tile oven when not in use.
-If materials inside the oven ignite, keel:) oven
door closed, turn o', ell tit and disconnect
power cord, or shill ()it power at tile fl/se or
circuit breaker panel. If tile door is opened,
the fire may spread.
-Do not use the Sensor Features twice ill
succession on tile same ti,ocl portion. If fi,(,cl
is undercooked after the first countdown, use
Time Cook for additional cooking time.

ARCING
If you see arcing, press the CLFdKR/OFF pad
and correct the problem.
Arcing is the microwave term _br 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
, Operating the microwave with no food inside
for more than a minute or two may cause
dmnage to the oven and could start a fire.
It increases the heat arotmd the magnetr(m
and can shorten the limb of the oven.
* Hot foods and steam caJa cause burns.
Be careful when opening any containel_ of
hot food, including popcorn bags, cooking
pouches and boxes. To prevent possible
il_jury, direct steam away t]'om hands and/hce.
, Foods with unbroken outer "skin" such as
potatoes, sausages, t()matoes, apples, chicken
livers and other giblets and egg yolks should
be pierced to allow steam to escape during
cooking.
* Do not overcook potatoes. They could
dehvdrate and catch fire, causing damage
to yotir oven.
* Some products such as whole eggs and
sealed contaJners--tbr example, closed jars--
are able to explode and should not be heated
in this microwave oven. Such use of the
microwave oven could result ill il_jur>
*Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven,
Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will
cause it to burst, possibly resulting in ii_jur_.
* Avoid heating baby food ill glass jars, even
with the lid off. Make sure all inthnt ti_od is
thoroughly cooked. Stir food to distribute
the heat evenl> Be caretul to prevent
scalding when warming tbrmula. The
container may teel cooler than the timnula
really is. Always test the flmnula beflwe
feeding the baby.
*Do not defrost frozen beverages in narrow-
necked bottles (especially carbonated
beverages). Even if the container is opened,
pressure call build up. This can cause tile
container to bm_t, possibly resulting in il_ju U.
SAFFTY FACT_Superheated water.
I,iquids, such as water, cottbe or tea, are able
to be overheated beyond the boiling point
without appearing to be boiling. Visible
bubbling or boiling when the container is
rellloved ]_l'Olll tlle lllicrowave ()\'ell is IlOt
always present. THIS COULD RESUI,T IN
VERY HOT I3QIJIDS SUDDENLY BOILING
OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS
DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER
UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the _isk of i_jury to persons:
- Do not overheat the liquid.
- Stir the liquid both betore and hal_\vay
through heating it.
- Do not use straight-sided containers with
n;irrow necks.
-Atter heating, allow the container to stand
in the microwave oven tbr a short time
betore removing the container.
- Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or
other utensil into the container.
, Cook meat and poultry thoroughly--meat to
at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F
and poultry to at least an INTERNAl,
temperature of 180°/5 Cooking to these
temperatures usually protects against
ti)odborne illness.
"Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven
unless it is in a special microwave popcorn
accessory or tInless yotI use popcorn labeled
t_)r rise ill n/icrowave ovens.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE
Make sure all cookware used ill your
microwave oven is suitable tilr 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 call be used.
Some cookware is labeled "suitable li)r
l//icrowaving."
* If you are not sure if a dish is microwave-sate,
use this test: Place ill the oven both the dish
you are testing and a glass measuring cup
filled with one cup of watei_set the
measuring cup either ill or next to the dish.
Microwave 1 minute at high. If the dish heats,
it should not be used tk)l" microwaving.
If the dish remains cool and only tile water ill
the cup heats, then the dish is microwave-satb.
* If you use a meat thermometer while cooking,
make sure it is sate i_)l" use ill microwave
()veils,
,Do not use recycled paper products. Recycled
paper towels, napkins and waxed paper call
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 st_rotbam trays (like those that meat
is packaged on) have a thin strip of metal
embedded ill tile bottom. When microwaved,
tile metal call burn the floor of the oven or
ignite a paper towel.
* Do not use the microwave oven to dry
newspapers.
* 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.
*Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in
microwave ovens. Check the package for
proper use.
* Cookware may become hot because of
heat traJasferred from the heated food.
Pot holders may be needed to handle
the cookware.
* "Boilable" cooking pouches and tightly closed
plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented
as directed by package. If they are not, plastic
cotlld bt/l'St dtlllng or i/nlnediatelv atter
cooking, possibly resulting ill il_jUly. Also,
plastic storage containers should be at least
partially uncovered because they tbrm a tight
seal. When cooking with containers tightly
covered with plastic wrap, remove covering
carehlllv and direct steam away fi'om hands
and thce.
" Use foil only as directed in this manual.
TV dinners may be microwaved ill tbil trays
less than 3/4" high; remove the top toil cover
and return tile tray to the box. When using
fi)il ill tile microwave oven, keep tile ti)il at
least 1 inch away fl'om the sides of the oven.
* Plastic cookware--Plastic cookware designed
fin" microwave cooking is very useful, but
should be used carefull}_ Even microwave-sate
plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking
conditions as are glass or ceramic materials
and may so_ren or char if subjected to short
periods of o\ ercooking. Ill longer exposures
to overcooking, tile fi)od and cookware
could ignite.
Follow these guidelines:
1. Llse microwave-satb plastics only and
use them ill strict compliance with the
cookware Illainl_,_lctt/rer's recoull/lendations.
{). Do IlOt I/licrowave ell/pry COlltaillers,
3. Do not permit children to use plastic
cookware without complete supervision.

GR 0 UNDING INS TR UC TIONS
AWARNIN .se
of the grounding plug can result in a risk
of electric shock.
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 fl)r the electric cmTent.
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. (Fig. 1)
Fig, 1 PREFERREDMETHOD
Consult a qualified electrician or service
technician if the grotmding insti uctions are not
completely understood, or if doubt exists as to
whether the appliance is propedy grotmded.
Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is
encotmtered, it is yore" personal responsibility
and obligation to have it replaced with a
properly grotmded three-prong wall receptacle.
Do not under any circumstances cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
_4'e do not recommend using 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 the 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,
USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS
Usage situations where appliance's power cord
will be disconnected infrequently.
Because of potential safer} hazards under
certain conditions, we strongly recommend
agMnst the use of an adapter plug. However,
if you still elect to use an adapter, where local
codes pe*mit, a TEMPORARY CONNE(:TION
may be made to a properly grounded two-
prong wall receptacle by the use of a LII, listed
adapter (Fig. 2) which is a_;dlable at most local
hardware stoFes.
Fig. 2 TEMPORARYMETHOD
(Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada)
Alignlargeprongs/slot__
"f/" Ensurepropergroundand
firm connectionbeforeuse
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned
with the larger slot in the wall receptacle to
pro\ide proper polarity in the connection of
the power cord.
CAUTION: Attaching the adapter grotmd
terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw
does not grotmd 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 by a qualified electrician to make
sure the receptacle is properly grounded.
When disconnecting the power cord ti'om the
adai)te_, always hold the adapter with one
hand. If this is not done, the adapter grotmd
terminal is very likely to break with repeated
use. Should this hapi)en, DO NOT USE the
appliance until a proper ground has again
bee** established.
Usage situations where appliance's power cord
will be disconnected frequently,
Do not use an adapter plug in these situations
because fi'equent disconnection of the power
cord places undue strain on the adapter and
leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground
terminal. You should have the two-prong wall
receptacle replaced with a three-prong
(grounding) receptacle by a qualified
electrician beli)re using the appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce
the risks resulting fi'om becoming entangled in
or tripping over a longer cord.
Extension cords may be used if'win are careful
in using them.
If an extension co_d is used--
1. The marked electrical rating of the cord set
o_ extension cord should be at least as great
as the electrical rating of the appliance.
2. The extension cord i_ltlSt be a grounding-
type 3-Mre cord and it mtlSt be plugged into
a 3-slot outlet.
3. The longer cord should be arranged so that
it will not drape over the cotmtertop or
tabletop M_ere it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over tmintentionall_.
If xou use an extension cord, the interior light
may flicker and the blower sound may w_r_
when the microwave oven is on, Cooking times
may be longer, too,
SAVE THESE INS TR UC TIONS

Features of Your Oven
(Olin lerlo[) Microwave Oven
Throughout
this manual,
fl, atures and
appearance
Itztly _111" 7
,f)'OI?l _ottr
model
1200 watts
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1. Door Latches.
2. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows
cooking to be viewed while keeping
inici'owaves contined in tile ()veil,
3. Convenience Guide.
4. Touch Control Pmml mad Display.
5. Door Latch Release. Press latch release
b/itton to open door.
6. Removable Turntable. Turntable and
support must be in place when using the
()veil. The turntable nlav be renloved fin.
cleaning.
7. Removable Turntable Support. The
turntable support nlust be in place when
using the ()veil.
NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven
light are located on the inside walls of the
ii/icYowave ()veil.
Optional
Accessories A\ailable at extra cost fronl your (;E supplier.
Ch(Iose the appropriate hlstallation Kit to
conxert this oxen to a built-in wall oxen.
tqw 27" in,stalla6on,s:
Model Kit
ZE2160SF Jx2127SH
t_*r 30" in,_tal&tion,_:
Model Kit
ZE2160SF JX2130SH

Cooking Controls
( ou_tertop Mi_rowa'ue O'ue_
}Q) II (7(1*1
microwave h)
time, with the
setlsor ,f}+gltlg*'es
or with the auto
,/}_g/{/g*'g TIME
COOK
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DEFROST
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®® AUTO
DEFROST
Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.
Enter
Amount of cooking time
1.Time Features
Press
TIME COOK
Press ollce or twice
TIME DEFROST
EXPRESS COOK
Amount of defi'osting time
Starts immediately]
ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately!
POWER LEVEL Power level 1-10
Enter Options
Starts immediately! more/less time
Starts immediately!
Starts immediately!
Starts immediately! more/less time
2. Sensor Features
Press
POPCORN
BEVERAGE
REHE2_T
CHICKEN/FISH
Press once (chicken pieces)
Press twice (fish fillets)
POTATO
VEGETABLE
Press once (fl'esh vegetables)
Press twice (fl_ozen vegetables)
Press three times (camaed vegetables)
3. Auto Feature
Press
AUTO DEFROST
Starts immediatel} ! more/less time
Starts immediatel) ! more/less time
Enter
Food _ eioht
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(;hanging the Power I,evel
Cou_zterto/) Mi(rowav(, Oven
Variable
Power
Levels l- ! 0
How to Change Power Level
The power level may be entered or changed
immediately a_ter entering tile _bature time _k/r
Time Cook or Express Cook. Tile power level
may also be changed during time countdown.
1, Press TIME COOK.
2. Select cooking time.
3. Press POWER LEVEl,
4. Select desired power level 1-10.
5. Press START.
Variable power levels add flexibilit_ to yore"
microwave cooking. Tile power levels on your
l/licrowilve ()veil can be coi//pilred to tile
stlrfime 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 tile time. Most cooking will be done on
High (power level 10) which gives you
100% power.
Power level 10 will cook thster but tk/od may
need more fl'equent stirring, rotating or
turning over. A lower setting will cook m ore
evenly and need less stirring or rotating of
tile fi/od.
Some Ibods may have better flavor, texture or
appearance if one of tile lower settings is used.
Use a lower power level when cooking foods
that have a tendency to boil ovel; such as
scalloped potatoes.
Rest periods (when the microwave energy
cvcles off) give time tbr the tbod to "equalize"
or transtbr heat to tile inside of the t_/od. An
example (if this is shown with p(nver level 3--
the defrost cycle. If microwave energy did not
cycle oil tile outside of the fk/od would cook
be%re tile inside was defrosted.
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Here are soi//e exal/lples (if (ises f(ir ;;HJo(is
power levels:
POWER LEVEL BEST USES
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
such as ste_s and less tender
cuts of I'_leat.
ix/w 3 Deli'osting without cooking;
simmering; delicate sauces,
Warm 1 Keeping ti_od warm without
ovel cooking; softening butter,
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Time Features
Cou_ztertop Microwave Ov¢_
7 me Cook Time Cook I
Allows you to microwave ii_r any time up to
99 minutes and 99 seconds.
Power level 10 (high) is autonlatically set,
but you may change it ior more flexibility.
1. Press TIME COOK.
2. Enter cooking time.
3. Change power level if vou don't want full
power. (Press POWER I,EVEL. Select a
desired power level 1-10.)
4. Press START.
You may open tile door during Time Cook
to check the food. Close the door and press
START to resume cooking.
Time Cook II
Lets you change power levels automatically
during cooking. Here's how to do it:
1. Press TIME COOK.
,
3.
Enter the fi_t cook time.
Change tile power level if you don't want fidl
power. (Press POWER I,EVEI, Select a
desired power level 1-10.)
4. Press TIME COOK again.
5, Enter the second cook time.
6, Change tile power level if you don't want full
power. (Press POWER I,EVEL. Select a
desired power level 1-10.)
Press START.
At the end of Time Cook I, Time Cook II
CO{lllts down.
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CooMng Guide for Time Cook
NOTE; Use power level 10 (High) unless otherwise noted.
Amount Time Comments
Vegetable
Asparagus
(t]'esh si)ears )
(tkr)zen spears)
Beans
(lk'esh gr(en)
(lk'ozen green)
(t_'ozen lima)
Beets
(t_'esh, whok)
Broccoli
(l_'esh cut)
(t]'esh spears)
(lk'ozen, chopped)
(l]'ozen spears)
Cabbage
(l}'esh)
(wedges)
Carrots
(lk'esh, sliced)
(l_'ozen)
Cauliflower
(llower(ts)
(lk'esh, whole)
(n'ozen)
Corn
(l]'ozen kernel)
Corn on the cob
(fl'esh)
(fl'ozen)
Mixed vegetables
(n'ozen)
Peas
(lk'esh, shelled)
(l_'ozen)
Potatoes
(['resh, c Hl)ed,
white)
(li'esh, whole,
sw(et or white)
Spinach
(li'esh)
(l]'ozen, chopped
and kal)
Squash
(l]'esh, SHllUller
and yellow)
(wime_; acorn
or l)utlerntll )
1 lb.
10-oz. packag(
1 lb. (ut in half
10-oz. i}ackag(
10-oz. packag(
1 tItlnch
1 lmneh (IV_ to 1½ lbs.)
1 tiunch (IV_ to 1½ lbs.)
10-oz. packag(
10-oz. packag(
1 medium head (abom 2 lbs.
1 lb.
10-oz. packag(
1 medium head
1 medium head
10-oz. package
10-oz. package
1 to 3 ears
1 ('alp
2 to 6 (ars
10-oz. package
2 lbs. unshell(d
10-oz. package
4 potatoes
(6 to 8 oz. each)
1 (6 to 8 oz.)
10 to 16 oz.
10-oz. package
1 lb. sliced
1 to 2squash
(about l lb. (aeh)
3 to 8 IIli]l.,
Me(l-High (7)
4 to 7 rain.
] 0 to 14 inhl.
4 to 8 ii1i11.
4 to 8 min.
16 to 21 rain.
5 to 9 mill
7 tO l 0 mill.
4 to 7 min.
4 to 7 rain.
4 to 8 min.
3 to 7 min.
7 to 10 min.
7 to 14 mill.
3 to 7 min.
2 to 6 min.
2-1/4 tO 4 min.
l)er ear
3 to {} InilL
2tO 3 rain.
p(r (alp
2 to 6 min.
9 to l I mill
2 to 4 min.
3 to 5 min.
5 to 9 min.
In ] ½-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place 1/4 cup water.
Rotate dish al_er half of time.
In 1-qt. casserole.
In 1½-qt. cass(role, l}lac( 1/2 {:lq} water.
In 1-qt. casserole, plat:( 2 tabl(spoons uat(]2
In l-(t t. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water=
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup watel:
In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, pla(e 1/4 cup water.
P,omte dish at_er half of time.
In l-qt. casserole.
h] l-qt. cass(rol(, place 3 talil(spoons war(l:
In 1½- or 2-qt. cass(role, [)lace 1/4 cu t) wat(12
In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place l/4 cup warm2
In 1½-qt. casserole, l}lac( 1/4 {:lq} water.
hi l-qt. cass( rol(, plat:( 2 tabl(spoons war(J2
h/2-qt, casserol(, place 1/2 cup water2
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
In 1-(it. cass(rol(, plat( 2 talil(spoons wa_(]2
/n 1-qt. cass(rol(, plac( 2 tal)lespoons water.
In 2-qt. ol)long glass l)aking dish, place corn. If corn
is in husk, use ]lo water; if corn has I)een husked,
add 1/4 cup water. Rearrang( ali(r half of time.
Place in 2-qt. oblong glass I)aking dish.
Coxer with vented plastic wral). Rearrange al_er
half of time.
/n 1-qt. cass(rok, plac( 3 tal)lespoons water.
In l-qt. casserok, place l/4 cup wale_2
/n 1-qt. cass(rok, plac( 2 tal)lespoons water.
Peel and cm imo 1 inch cul)es. Place in 2-qt.
casserole with l/2 (u I) water. Stir alier half of time.
Pier(e wifl] cooking Iork. Place in ill( oven, 1 inch
al)art, in cir( ular arrangemem. I _et stand ,5minutes.
In 2-qt. casserok, place washed si)inach.
/n l-qt. cass(rol(, plac( 3 tal)lespoons water.
In 1½-qt. casserole, place l/4 cup water.
Cm in half and r(moxe fibrous inembranes, h/2-qt.
ol)loi]g glass baking dish, place squash eut-si(le-(lown.
"Iilrn cul-side-u 1) aller 4 mi]mtes.
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Time Features
Cou_ztertop Microwave, O'u_,_
Allows you to defrost for a selected length of
time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested
times. (Auto Defrost is explained in the Auto
Feature section.)
1. Press TIME DEFROST.
2. Enter defl'osting time.
3. Press START.
When the oven signals, turn fl)od over and
break apai_ or rearrange pieces fl)r more eve**
defl'osting. Shield any warm areas with small
pieces of till. The oven will continue to defl'ost
if you don't open the door and turn the fl)od.
Power level is automatically set at 3, bm can be
changed. You can defl'ost small items quickly
by raising the power level alter entering the
time. Power level 7 cuts the total defl'osting
time in about half; power level 10 cuts the total
time to approximately 1/3. Howevec ti)od will
need more fl'equent attention than usual.
A dull thumping noise may be beard during
defl'osting. Tiffs is normal when oven is not
operating at High power.
Defrosting Tips
* Foods fl'ozen in paper or plastic can be
defl'osted in the package. Closed packages
should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER
%o(1 has partially deKosted. Plastic storage
containers should be partially *recovered.
* FamilDsize, prepackaged fl'ozen dinners ca**
be deii'osted and microwaved. If the food is
in a till containec trans/br it to a microwave-
sate dish.
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DEFROST
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* For more eve** defl'osting of larger foods,
such as roasts, use Auto Defi'ost. Be sm'e
large meats are completely defl'osted bet)re
cooking.
* Foods that spoil easily should not be allowed
to sit out for more than one horn" aiter
defi'osting. Room temperature promotes
the growth of harmful bacteria.
*When defl'osted, food should be cool bm
sottened in all areas. If still slightly icy, return
to the microwave very briefly, or let it stand
a fl_w minutes.
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Defrosting Guide
Food Time Comments
Breads, Cakes
Bread, buns or roils (l 1)iece) 1/4 rain.
Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 rain. Rearrange after half of time.
Fish and Seafood
Fillets, frozen (1 Ill.) (i to 9 rain.
Shellfish, small pieces (1 Ill.) 3 to 7 rain. Pla(e blo(k in cass_ rol(.
Turn o_er and br(ak up alier lirst half of time.
Fruit
Plastic pouch--1 or 2 1 to 5 rain.
(10-oz. pa(kage)
Meat
Bacon (1 lb.)
Franks (1 lb.)
Ground meat (1 lb.)
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork
Steaks, chops and cutlets
Poultry
Chicken, broiler-fryer, cut up
(2_/_,to 3 lbs.)
Chicken, whole (2½ to 3 lbs.)
Cornish hen
Turkey breast (4 to 6 lbs.)
2 to 5 rain.
2 to 5 min.
4 to 6 min.
9 to 12 rain. per Ill.
4 to 8 rain. |)er lb.
14 to 19 rain.
20 to 24 rain.
7 to 12 rain. per Ill.
3 to 8 rain. per lb.
Plac( unop(ned package in ov(n. I (t stand 5 minutes after delh)sting.
Place unopened package ill o_en. Microwave just until li:anks can be
separated. [,(t stand 5 minutes, if necessar}, to complete del}:osting.
Turn meat over al_er first half of time.
[Is( tlower lev(1 _\farlil (l).
Pla(e mlwrapped ineat in cooking dish. "ruri_ o_er ati(r lirst half
of time and shield warln areas with loll. Al_er second half ot time,
separate pieces with table knilb. I,et stand to comph te del_'osting.
[)lace wrapped chicken in dish. Llnwrap and turn over after first
half of time. Al_er second half of tilne, separate pieces and place in
cooking dish. Microwave 2 to 4 ininutes nlor(, if necessary. I,et stand
a lbw minutes to finish deli'osting.
Place wrapped chicken in dish. Atier tirst half of time, unwrap
and turn clficken over. Shi( Id warm areas with loll. To (omplete
del}:osting, run cool water in cavity until giblets can be r(moved.
Place mlwrapped hen ill (P,en breast-side-up. 'Ihrn ox(r after Ih:st half
of time. Run cool water in ca_it\, until giblets can lie removed.
Pla(( mlwrai/ped breast in microwa_e-satb dish breast-side-down.
Alier lirst half of time, turn breast-side-up and shield warm areas
with loll. Deli'ost Ior second half of time. l,et stand 1 to 2 hours in
r(li'igerator to complete defl:osting.
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Trine Features
( ountertop Microwave Oven
Ex[_ress Cook This is a quick way to set cooMng time for 1-6
minutes.
Press one of the Express Cook pads (fl'om
1 to 6) for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power
level 10. For example, press the 2 pad ti)r 2
minutes of cooking time.
The power level can be changed as time is
counting down. Press POWER LEVEL and
enter 1-10.
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Add 30
Seconds
You can use this feature two ways:
• It will add 30 seconds to the time cotmting
down each time the pad is touched.
• It can be used as a quick way to set
30 seconds of cooking time.
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Auto Feature
Countertop Microwave Oven
Use Auto Defl'ost fl)r meat, poultry and fish.
lJse Time Deti'ost fl)r most other fi'ozen fl)ods.
Auto Deti'ost automatically sets tile deti'osting
times and power levels to give even deti'osting
results fin" meats, poultry and fish weighing up
to six pounds.
1. Press AUTO DEFROST.
2. Llsing tile conversion guide below, enter
food weight. For example, press pads 1 and
2for 1.2 poHllds (1 pound, 24ounces).
3. Press START.
(Time Deti'ost is explained in tile Time
Features section.)
There is a handy guide located on tile inside
t/"ont of the oven.
*Remo; e meat ti'om package and place on
microwave-sate dish.
*When tile oven signals, turn tile fl)od over.
Remo\ e defl'osted meat or shield warm areas
with small pieces of flfil.
*_Mter defl'osting, most meats need to stand
5 minutes to complete defl'osting. Large
roasts should stand fl)r about 30 minutes.
Conversion Guide
If tile weight of food is stated in po/mds and
O/lliCes_ tile O/lliCes lit list be coilverted to
tenths (.1) of a pound.
(-)tlIlCes Po/lIlds
1-2 .1
3 .2
4-5 .3
6-7 .4
8 .5
9-10 .6
11 .7
12-13 .8
14-15 .9
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Sensor Features
Countertop Microwave Ovet_
Humidity
SeTISOr
The Sensor Features detect the increasing
humidity released during cooking. The oven
automatically a(!justs the cooking time to
WlI'iOtlS [ypes and anlotlnts of too(l,
Do not use the Sensor Features twice in
succession on the same tood portion--it may
result in severely overcooked or burnt tood.
If fl)od is undercooked atter the cotmtdown,
use TIME COOK tot additional cooking time.
• The proper containers and cove_ are
essential tot best sensor cooking.
• Ahvays use microwave-safe containers and
cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap.
Never use tight-sealing plastic covers--
thev can prevent steam fl'om escaping and
Catlse fl)od to overcook.
•Be sure the outside of the cooking container
and the inside of the microwave oven are dry
befi)re placing fi)od in the oven. Beads of
moisture turning into steam can mislead the
sensoi;
Covered
Vented
Dry off dishes so they don't misleadthe sensor.
P@corn
NO_I_': Do not use
this jFalu*e twice in
8"11( ( (_551011 Oil t[I(_
same,/i,od
portion--it may
_sult in seve_@'
overcooked or bur_tt
,/i_od.
To use the Popcorn feature:
1. Follow package instructions, using Time
Cook if the package is less than 1.75 ounces
or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package
of popcorn in the center of the microwave.
2. Press POPCORN. The oven starts
immediatelv.
If wm open the door while "POPCORN" is
displayed, "SENSOR ERROR" will appear.
Close the door and press START immediately.
If tood is undercooked after the cotmtdown,
use TIME COOK tot additional cooking time.
How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to
Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time
If wm find that the brand of popcorn you rise
tmderpops or overcooks consistentl> you can
add or subtract 20-30 seconds to the automatic
popping time.
To subtract time:
After pressing POPCORN, press 1 immediately
after the oven starts tot 20 seconds less
cooking time. Press 1 again to reduce cooking
time another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds less
time).
To add time:
Afier pressing POPCORN, press 9 immediately
alter the oven starts for an extra 20 seconds.
Press 9 again to add another 10 seconds (total
30 seconds additional time).
Beverage
NO_I_': Do not use
this fi_atu*_ twice in
S'd,( ( g_ssio_t Oil th(_
same /i_od
portion--it may
result in seve_4)'
ove*vooked or bu*wt
,fi_od.
Press BEVEI*L__GE to heat an 8-10 oz. cup
of cofli_e or other beverage.
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may
be very hot. Remove the container with care.
If tood is undercooked atter the cotmtdown,
use TIME COOK tot additional cooking time.
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Reheat
NO_I_': 1)<,_tot
"uset/fisf!:at:u_:
twit<: bt
s'u<_cssionon
tt_<:sam+: f!,od
portio+t--it may
r+_vull in s_:vc_@
ov<:::ool<::dor
burnt,/hod.
How to
Change the
Automatic
Settings
Chwhenf _sh
NO_I_: Do not use
this fi:atu*_ twice in
Slltc(:ssio?t OZt t[H_
same,/_,od
portion--it may
result in seven:ly
ove_zooked or burnt
The Reheat featm'e reheats 4-36 omlces of
pIeviously rooked toods or a plate ot lettovers.
1. Place covered food ill the oven. Press
REHEAT. Tile oven starts immediately.
2. The o\ ell signals when steam is sensed and
the time remaining begins com_ting down.
Do not open the oven door until time is
counting down. If tlle door is opened, close
it and press START immediately.
After removing food from the oven, stir, if
possible, to even out the temperature. If the
food is not hot enough, use Time Cook to
reheat for more time. Reheated foods may
have wide variations in temperature. Some
areas may be extremely hot.
Some Foods Not Recommended for Use
With Reheat
It is best to use Time Cook tor these fl><>ds:
+ Bread products.
+ F<>ods that must be reheated uncovered.
+ F<>ods that need to be stirred or rotated.
+ F<>ods calling fl>r a dry look <>r crisp surihce
atter reheating.
You can a(!just tile cooking time for
the Chicken/Fish, Potato and Vegetable
features to suit wmr persona} taste.
To reduce time by 10%:
Press 1 alter tile ti_ature pad.
To add 10% to cooking time:
Press 9 atier tile featm'e pad.
Lesstime More time
Use tile Chicken/Fish tbamre to cook 1-8
pieces of chicken or 4-16 o/races of fish.
1. Place covered chicken or fish in the oven.
Press CHICKEN/FISH once fl>r chicken
pieces or twice fi>r fish. The oven starts
imm ediatel}:
2. The oven signals when steam is sensed and
tile time remaining begins co/rating down.
Do not open the oven door tmtil time is c(mnting
down. If tile door is opened, ch>se it and press
START immediately. If tood is not done enough,
rise WiIne Cook to cook fi>r illore tiIne.
Potato
NOTE: I)o not
use this fi:atun+
twice in succession
on the samejbod
portion--it m<O'
result in seve_@'
overcooked oz"
b:urnt jbod.
The Potato feature cooks 1/2-2 lbs. of potatoes.
1. Pierce skin with fork and place potatoes on
the turntable. If cooking three or more
potatoes, arrange in a star pattern.
2. Press POTATO. The oven starts immediately.
The oven signals when steam is sensed and
the time remaining begins co/rating down.
Do not open tile oven door tmtil time is cotmting
down. If the door is opened, ch>se it and press
START immediate}}: If fi>od is not done enough,
rise WiIne Cook to cook tor illore tiIne.
Vegetabh?
NO_I_': I)o _ot
use this fi:atu*_
twice in succession
on the same /ood
portion--it may
result in sevens:l)'
ove*vooked or
burnt jbod.
Use tile Vegetable feature to cook 4-16 o/mces
of fl'esh, fl'ozen or canned vegetables.
1. For fl'esh vegetables, add 2 tablespoons of
water per serving. For fl'ozen vegetables,
ti>llow package instructions tor adding water:
Cover with lid or plastic wrap. Place vegetables
in the oven.
2. Press VEGETABI£ once tor fl'esh vegetables,
twice tor fl'ozen vegetables or three times tor
canned vegetables. The oven starts
immediately The oven signals when steam is
sensed and time remaining is co/rating down.
Do not open the oven door tmtil time is c(mnting
down. If tile door is opened, close it and press
START immediate}}: If fi>od is not done enough,
rise Wiine Cook to cook fi>r illore time.
NOTE: Automatic settings cannot be changed
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Other Features
(ounterto[_ Mi,',"owave Oven
The HEI,P pad displ_l?s feature inform;ltion
and helpful hints. Press HEI,P, then select a
feature p_d. HELP ]
Cooking
Compbte
Reminder
To remind you that you have food in the oven,
the oven will display "FOOD IS REAIYf" and
beep once a minute 5mtil vou either open the
oven door or press CLEAR/OFK
Child
Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave fi'om being accidentally started or
used by children.
To lock or 5mlock the controls, press and hold
CI,EAR/OFF for abont three seconds. When
the control panel is locked, an "I," will appear
in the display.
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To turn the clock display on or off, press and
hold 0 tb_ about 3 seconds. The Display
On/Off teature cannot be used while a
cooking ii_ature is in use. DISPLAYON/OFF
Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the
time of day while microwaving.
1. Press CLOCK.
2. Enter time of day.
3. Select AM or PM.
4. Press START or CLO(_K.
CLOCK
Scroll Speed The scroll speed of the display can be
changed. Press and hold the _4/PM pad
about three seconds to bring up the display.
Select 1-5 %r slow to fhst scroll speed.
AM/PM
SCROLL SPEED
Start/l ause
2(1
In addition to starting many flmctions,
START/PALISE allows you to stop cooking
without opening the door or clearing the
display.