GE Profile Advantium SCA2000F User manual

Advantium™Oven
3828W5A4681 49-40482-1 08-08 JR
SCA2000
SCA2001
Owner’s Manual
http://geadvantium.com
Advantium
Advantium Quick Start . . . . . . . . . .9
Cooking controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Oven features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
What is Advantium? . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2–7
Speedcooking
Cooking tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Custom speedcook recipes . . . . . .17, 18
Manual speedcook . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Power level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Repeat last . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Resume feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Speedcook cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Speedcook menu guide . . . . . . . . . .10
Speedcook-safe cookware . . . . . . . . . .5
Things that are normal . . . . . . . . . .19
Using a pre-set speedcook menu . . . .13
Microwaving
Cooking tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Custom microwave recipes . . . . .22, 23
Defrost (auto) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Defrost (time) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Defrosting tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Micro Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Microwave power levels . . . . . . . . . .21
Microwave-safe cookware . . . . . . . . . .6
Precautions to avoid possible
exposure to excessive
microwave energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Sensor cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . .26, 27
Things that are normal . . . . . . . . . .28
Time cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Using pre-set microwave selections . .20
Other Features
Auto night light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Automatic fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Beeper volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Child lockout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 29
Delay start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Display ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Scroll speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Surface light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Vent fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Care and Cleaning
Cleaning the inside . . . . . . . . . .33, 34
Cleaning the outside . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36, 37
Lamp covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Replacing lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Troubleshooting
Problem Solver . . . . . . . . . . . . .38, 39
Customer Service
Service phone numbers . . . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
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Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model # __________________________
Serial # __________________________
Find these numbers on a label inside
the oven.

Advantium Oven
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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the
door open since open-door operation can
result in harmful exposure to microwave
energy. It is important not to defeat or
tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do Not Place any object between the oven
front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner
residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged.
It is particularly important that the oven
door close properly and that there is no
damage to the:
(1) door (bent),
(2) hinges and latches (broken
or loosened),
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The Oven Should Not be adjusted or
repaired by anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

■Read all instructions before using this
appliance. When using electrical appliances,
basic safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:
■Read and follow the specific precautions
in the PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY section on page 2.
■Be sure your appliance is properly
installed and grounded by a qualified
technician in accordance with the
provided installation instructions.
■Install or locate this appliance only
in accordance with the provided
installation instructions.
■Some products such as whole eggs and
sealed containers—for example, closed
jars—are able to explode and should not
be heated in this oven. Such use of the
oven could result in injury.
■Do not store anything directly on top of
the microwave oven surface when the
microwave oven is in operation.
■Do not mount this appliance over
a sink.
■This oven is not approved or tested for
marine use.
■This oven is UL listed for installation over
electric and gas ranges.
■This oven was designed for use over ranges
no wider than 36.″It may be installed over
both gas and electric cooking equipment.
■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.
■As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
■Use this appliance only for its intended
use as described in this manual.
■Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors
in this appliance.
■This oven is specifically designed to heat,
dry or cook food, and is not intended for
laboratory or industrial use.
■This appliance must only be serviced
by qualified service personnel. Contact
nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
■Do not cover or block any 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.
■It is important to keep the area clean
where the door seals against the
microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive
detergents applied with a clean sponge
or soft cloth. Rinse well.
■To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
—Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
appliance when paper, plastic or other
combustible materials are placed inside
the oven while cooking.
—Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles
from paper or plastic containers before
placing them in the oven.
—Do not use the oven for storage purposes.
Do not leave paper products, cooking
utensils or food in the oven when not
in use.
—If materials inside the oven ignite, keep
the oven door closed, turn the oven off
and disconnect the power cord, or shut off
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
If the door is opened, the fire may spread.
—Do not use the Sensor Features twice
in succession on the same food portion.
If food is undercooked after the first
countdown, use TIME COOK for additional
cooking time.
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WARNING!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Advantium Oven
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons,
or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

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WARNING!
■Do not operate the oven without the
oven rack (turntable) in place. The oven
rack (turntable) must be unrestricted so
it can turn.
■During and after use, do not touch,
or let clothing or other flammable
materials contact any interior area of
the oven; allow sufficient time for
cooling first.
■Do not store anything directly on top
of the oven surface when the oven is
in operation.
■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°F. Cooking to these temperatures
usually protects against foodborne
illness.
■Keep the oven free from grease
buildup.
■Potentially hot surfaces include the
oven door, floor, walls and oven rack
(turntable).
■The fan will operate automatically
under certain conditions (see the
Automatic Fan section). Take care to
prevent the starting and spreading of
accidental cooking fires while the vent
fan is in use.
■Clean the underside of the oven often.
Do not allow grease to build up on the
oven or the fan filters.
■In the event of a grease fire on the
surface units below the oven, smother
a flaming pan on the surface unit by
covering the pan completely with a lid,
a cookie sheet or a flat tray.
■Use care when cleaning the vent fan
filters. Corrosive cleaning agents, such
as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage
the filters.
■When preparing flaming foods under
the oven, turn the vent fan on.
■Never leave surface units beneath your
oven unattended at high heat settings.
Boilovers cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite and spread
if the oven vent fan is operating. To
minimize automatic fan operation, use
adequate sized cookware and use high
heat on surface units only when
necessary.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Advantium Oven
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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 cookware used during either
speedcook or microwave cooking
(except for the pans provided with
the oven).
■Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins,
or gold-rimmed dishes, in the oven.
■Recycled paper towels containing small
metal pieces being used in the oven.
■Use foil only as recommended in
this guide.
ARCING
Arcing can occur during both speedcooking and microwave cooking. If you see arcing, press the
CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem.
THE
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FAN

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WARNING!
■When microwaving, place all foods and
containers on the white ceramic tray.
■Do not pop popcorn in your oven
unless in a special microwave popcorn
accessory or unless you use popcorn
labeled for use in microwave ovens.
■Do not boil eggs in this oven. Pressure
will build up inside egg yolk and will
cause it to burst, possibly resulting
in injury.
■Do not operate the oven without food
inside. This may cause damage to the
oven. It increases the heat around the
magnetron and can shorten the life of
the oven.
■Foods with unbroken outer “skin” such
as potatoes, hot dogs, sausages, tomatoes,
apples, chicken livers and other giblets,
and egg yolks should be pierced to allow
steam to escape during cooking.
■SUPERHEATED WATER
Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea, are able to
be overheated beyond the boiling point without
appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or
boiling when the container is removed from the
microwave oven is not always present. THIS
COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS
SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE
CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON
OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO
THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
— Do not overheat the liquid.
— Stir the liquid both before and halfway
through heating it.
— Do not use straight-sided containers with
narrow necks.
— After heating, allow the container to
stand in the microwave oven for a short
time before removing the container.
— Use extreme care when inserting a spoon
or other utensil into the container.
■The oven and door will get very hot
when speedcooking.
■Cookware will become hot because
of heat transferred from the heated
food. Oven mitts will be needed to
handle the cookware.
■Do not use coverings, containers or
cooking/roasting bags made of foil,
plastic, wax or paper when
speedcooking.
■Do not cover the oven rack (turntable),
trays or any part of the oven with metal
foil. This will cause arcing in the oven.
■Use the black metal flat tray in the
same way you would use a shallow
baking pan or baking tray.
■Use the black grill tray for cooking
steaks, fish and poultry.
■Place food directly on the trays when
cooking.
■Any oven-safe dish can be used in
your oven. Recipes in the Advantium
Cookbook were tested in Pyrex®and
Anchor Hocking®glass cookware and
Corningware®ceramic casseroles.
Cooktimes and results may vary when
using other types of oven-safe dishes.
Place them directly on the oven rack
(turntable).
■Do not use the oven to dry newspapers.
■Use of the white ceramic tray when
speedcooking will result in inferior
cooking performance.
FOODS
Speedcook
oven-safe
cookware
The oven rack (turntable)
must always be in place
when using the oven.
Put food directly on the
black metal flat tray
to speedcook.
Put food directly on the
black metal grill tray
to speedcook foods you
would normally cook
on the grill.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Advantium Oven

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WARNING!
■Place food or microwavable container
directly on the white ceramic tray to cook
your food.
■Use of either black metal tray during
microwave cooking will result in inferior
cooking performance.
■If you are not
sure if a dish is
microwave-safe, use
this test: Place in
the oven both the
dish you are testing
and a glass
measuring cup filled with 1 cup of
water—set the measuring cup either
in or next to the dish. Microwave 30–45
seconds at high. If the dish heats, it
should not be used for microwaving.
If the dish remains cool and only the
water in the cup heats, then the dish
is microwave-safe.
■Cookware may become hot because
of heat transferred from the heated food.
Oven mitts may be needed to handle the
cookware.
■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.
■Use foil only as directed in this guide.
When using foil in the oven, keep the foil
at least 1″away from the sides of the oven.
■Do not use the oven to dry newspapers.
■If you use a meat thermometer while
cooking, make sure it is safe for use in
microwave ovens.
■Some styrofoam trays (like those that
meat is packaged on) have a thin strip
of metal embedded in the bottom. When
microwaved, the metal can burn the floor
of the oven or ignite a paper towel.
■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.
■“Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly
closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced
or vented as directed by package. If they
are not, plastic could burst during or
immediately after cooking, possibly
resulting in injury. Also, plastic storage
containers should be at least partially
uncovered because they form a tight
seal. When cooking with containers
tightly covered with plastic wrap,
remove covering carefully and direct
steam away from hands and face.
■Plastic cookware—Plastic cookware
designed for microwave cooking is very
useful, but should be used carefully.
Even microwave-safe plastic may not
be as tolerant of overcooking conditions
as are glass or ceramic materials and
may soften or char if subjected to short
periods of overcooking. In longer
exposures to overcooking, the
food and cookware could ignite.
Follow these guidelines:
1. Use microwave-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.
Microwave-
safe cookware
The oven rack
(turntable) must
always be in place when
using the oven.
The white ceramic tray
should always be in
place when
microwaving.
Make sure to use suitable cookware during microwave cooking. 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.”
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Advantium Oven
How to test for a
microwave-safe dish.

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WARNING!
■Don’t defrost frozen beverages in
narrow-necked bottles (especially
carbonated beverages). Even if the
container is open, pressure can build
up. This can cause the container to
burst, possibly resulting in injury.
■Foods cooked in liquids (such as pasta)
may tend to boil more rapidly than
foods containing less moisture.
Should this occur, refer to the Care
and Cleaning of the oven section for
instructions on how to clean the
inside of the oven.
■Hot foods and steam can cause
burns. Be careful when opening any
containers of hot food, including
popcorn bags, cooking pouches and
boxes. To prevent possible injury,
direct steam away from hands and face.
■Do not overcook potatoes. They could
dehydrate and catch fire, causing
damage to your oven.
■Avoid heating baby food in glass jars,
even with the lid off. Make sure all
infant food is thoroughly cooked.
Stir food to distribute the heat evenly.
Be careful to prevent scalding when
warming formula. The container may
feel cooler than the formula really is.
Always test the formula before feeding
the baby.
■Do not attempt to deep fry in the oven.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Advantium Oven
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■Most pacemakers are shielded from
interference from electronic products,
including microwaves. However, patients
with pacemakers may wish to consult their
physicians if they have concerns.
Notice—
Pacemakers

What is Advantium?
Advantium Oven
The new Advantium oven uses
breakthrough Speedcook technology
to harness the power of light. The
Advantium oven cooks the outside
of foods much like conventional
radiant heat, while also penetrating
the surface so the inside cooks
simultaneously. While halogen light
is the primary source of power,
a “microwave boost” is added with
certain foods. Foods cook evenly and
fast, retaining their natural moisture.
Turntable
■The oven rack (turntable) rotates to ensure even cooking.
Controls
■The oven control contains preset recipes.
■Turn and press dial makes menu selection easy.
Halogen Lamps
■Two 1500 watt halogen bulbs cook food from above.
■One 1500 watt halogen bulb cooks food from below.
Microwave
■A microwave “boost” is automatically added with certain foods.
■The oven can also be used as a 950 watt microwave oven.
Vent
■The oven and vent fan emit air from the upper grill area.
Getting to know
Advantium
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Advantium Quick Start
Speedcook Oven
Set the
clock
When you first plug in the oven or after
a power outage:
1. Turn the selector dial to set
the hour. Press the dial to enter.
2. Turn the dial to set the minute.
Press the dial to enter.
3. Turn the dial to select AM or PM.
Press the dial to enter.
To change the time:
1. Press the OPTIONS button.
2. Turn the dial to CLOCK.
Press the dial to enter and follow the
display directions to set.
Begin
speedcooking
Step 1:
Press the SPEEDCOOK button.
Step 2:
Turn the dial to select the type of food
category you want. Press the dial to
enter it.
Step 3:
Turn the dial to select the specific food.
Press the dial to enter it.
Step 4:
Turn the dial to select the amount, size,
and/or doneness (if required, the oven
will prompt you). Press the dial after
each selection.
Step 5:
Once the display shows ADJUST TIME
OR START, either press the dial or start
button to start cooking.
■Press CLEAR/OFF at any time to
stop cooking.
Microwaving
with Micro
Express
Press MICRO EXPRESS repeatedly
for 30 second increments of microwave
cooking time.
The oven starts immediately.
Repeat Last
Recipe
Speedcook
Manual Cook
Power Level Micro Express
MicrowaveTimer
Delay Start
Vent Fan Surface Light
Help
Options
Reminder
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Start
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MicrowaveTimer
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The oven rack (turntable)
must always be in place
when using the oven.
Put food directly on the black
metal tray to speedcook.
As a great option, put food
directly on the black metal grill
tray to speedcook foods you
would normally cook on the grill.
The oven rack (turntable)
must always be in place
when using the oven.
The white ceramic tray
should always be in place
when microwaving.

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Speedcook Menu Guide
Speedcook Oven
Display
prompts
1. Turn the dial until
CHICKEN appears.
Press the dial to enter.
2. Turn the dial until
BONELESS BREASTS
appears.
Press the dial to enter.
3. Turn the dial to
Select SIZE:
Small (3–4 oz)
Large (5+ oz)
Press the dial to enter.
4. Turn the dial to
Select amount:
1–2 pieces
3–4 pieces
Press the dial to enter.
5. Use ROUND METAL
TRAY is displayed.
NOTE: When speedcooking, use black trays.
After pressing the SPEEDCOOK
button, the oven will prompt you
to make several selections, such as
the example below.
Food Category Menu Selection
Appetizers Bagel Bites
and Snacks Cheese Sticks, Froz
Jalapeno Poppers
Mini Egg Rolls, Froz
Mini Nachos, Froz
Onion Rings, Frozen
Other Bite Size
Pizza Rolls, Froz
Breads Biscuits, Refrig.
Biscuits, Blueberry
Breadsticks, Ref
Cheese Loaf, Frozen
Cornbread Sticks, Ref
Crescent Rolls
French Bread, Ref
Garlic/Cheese Bread
Loaf, Refrig
Texas Toast
Breakfast Belgian Waffles
Breakfast Burritos
Breakfast Pizza
Cinnamon Rolls, Refr
French Toast, Froz
Pancakes, Frozen
Sausage Links
Sausage Patties
Strudels, Froz
Waffles, Froz
Waffle Sticks, Froz
Chicken Bone-In Pieces
Boneless Breasts
Fingers, Frozen
Fried Chicken, Froz
Nuggets, Frozen
Patties, Frozen
Tenders, Frozen
Whole Chicken
Wings, Frozen
Food Category Menu Selection
Desserts Churros, Frozen
Cookie Dough, Froz
Cookie Dough, Refr
Pie Crust, Refr
Turnovers, Frozen
Turnovers, Refr
Fish and Seafood Breaded Fish, Frozen
Fish Sticks, Frozen
Salmon Steaks
Shellfish
Swordfish Steaks
Tuna Steaks
Whitefish Fillets
Meats Filet Mignon
Hamburger
Lamb Chops
Pork Chops
Steaks–Ribeye
Steaks–Sirloin
Steaks–Strip
Steaks–T-bone
Pizza Deli/Fresh
Pizza Shell, Filled
Reg. Crust, Frozen
Rising Crust, Frozen
Potatoes Baked Potatoes
Frozen French Fries
Frozen Tater Tots
Recipe Personal Recipes
Sandwiches Burritos, Frozen
Corn Dogs, Frozen
Cres Roll/Hot Dogs
Grilled Sandwiches
Pocket Sandwiches
Pre-set
speedcook
menu
selections
Repeat Last
Recipe
Speedcook
Manual Cook
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MicrowaveTimer
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Vent Fan Surface Light
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■After a cooking cycle has been
completed, use the Resume feature
to cook for additional time.
■To review settings during cooking,
press the selector dial.