GE Profile SpacemakerXL JVM1350 User manual

Profile
Owner's Manual
900 Watts
Model: JVM1350
crowave
Important Safety Information
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy......................2
Special Notes About Microwaving ......................6
Operating Instructions
Features of YourMicrowave ...............................11
The Controlson YourMicrowave .......................12
Time Cooking..........................................................15
Temperature Cooking............................................21
Automatic Cooking................................................25
Other Features ........................................................30
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HelpfulInformation
Oven Shelf .................................................... 34
Care and Cleaning ............................................ 37
If SomethingGoesWrong
Before You Call For Service
(Problem Solver) ............................................... 42
GE Service Numbers ............................................. 46
Warranty ................................................ Back Cover
GEAnswer Center®
800.626.2000
GEAppliances

ITIONSTOAVOIDPOSSIBLE
EXPOSURETOEXCESSIVEMICROWAVE
ENERGY
For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to
minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage,
personal injury or loss of life.
DoNotAttemptto operate this
oven with tile door open since
open-door operation can result
in harmful exposure to
Do Not Operate the oven if it is
damaged. It is particularly impor-
tant that the oven door close
properly and that there is no
microwave energy. It is important damage to the:
not to defeat or tamper with tile
safety interlocks.
Oo Not Place any object between
tile oven front face and tile door
or allow soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing surfaces.
I door (bent)
2hinges and latches (broken or
loosened)
3door seals and sealing surfaces.
The Oven Should Not be adjusted
or re paired by anyone except
properly qualified service
personnel.
2

Welcome to the GE family. We're
proud of our quality products and
we believe in dependable service.
You'll see it in this easy-to-use
manual and you'll hear it in the
friendly voices of our customer
service department.
Best of all, you'll experience
these values each time you use your
microwave. That's important,
because your new microwave will
be part of your family for a long
time.
Be/ove
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Staple your receipt to the inside back
cover of this manual
Be sure your microwave oven is
registered.
It is important that we know
the location of your microwave
oven should a need occur for
adjustments.
Your dealer (or builder) is responsi-
ble for registering you as the owner.
Please check with your dealer (or
builder)to be sure he has done so;
also send in your Consumer
Product Ownership Registration
Card. If you move, or if you are not
the original purchaser, please call
us with your change of address or
ownership, stating model and seri-
al numbers. Call 800.626.2000.
This appliance must be registered.
Please be certain that it is.
Write down the model and serial
numbers here. They are on a ]abe]
inside the oven.
Model number
Serial number
Date ofpurchase
800.626.2000
Before you call for service,
there are a few things you can
do to help us serve you better.
Read this manual It contains
instructions to help you use and
maintain your microwave properly.
If you received a damaged
oven...Immediately contact the
dealer (or builder) that sold you
the oven.
Save time and money. Check the
section titled "If Something Goes
Wrong" befk)re calling. This
section was designed to solve
common problems you might
encounter.
If you do need service, you can
relax knowing help is only a
phone call away. A list of toll-free
custonler service nunlbers is
included in the back of this book.
Or call the GE Answer Center ®
at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a
day, 7 days aweek. 3

excessive micmwave energy when using your appliance, follow basic pre,
cautions, including the following sections,
This microwave oven is UL
listed for installation over
electric and gas ranges.
This microwave oven is not
marine use.
®Read and follow the specific
"Precautions to Avoid Possible
Exposure to Excessive Microwave
Energy."
* This appliance must be ground-
ed. Connect only to properly
grounded outlet. See Grounding
Instructions section.
Do not mount this appliance over
a sink.
Install or locate this appliance
only in accordance with the pro-
vided Installation Instn]ctions.
o This over-the-range oven was
designed for use over ranges no
wider than 42 inches. It may he
installed over both gas and elec-
tric cooking equipment.
o 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.
o Use this appliance only for its
intended use as described in this
guide. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this appli-
ance. This microwave oven is
specifically designed to heat
or cook fi)od, and is not intended
for laboratoty or industrial use.
o Do not store this appliance out-
doors. Do not use this product
near water-for example, in a wet
basement, near aswimming pool
or near asink.
o Do not cover or block any ()pen-
ings on the appliance.
o Keep power cord away from heat-
ed surfaces.
Do not immerse power cord or
plug in water.
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o To reduce the risk of fire in the
oven cavity:
-- Do not overcook food. Carefiflly
attend appliance if 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 fi)r storage
purposes. Do not leave paper
products, cooking utensils or
fi)od in the oven when not in
use.
-- If materials inside oven should
ignite, keep the oven door
closed, turn the oven off and dis-
connect the power cord, or shut
off power at the fi_se or circuit
breaker panel. If the door is
opened, the fire may spread.
o See door surface cleaning
instructions in the Care and
Cleaning section (s) of this guide.
o This appliance should be ser-
viced only by qualified service
personnel. Contact nearest
authorized service facility for
examination, repair or
adjustment.
* As with any appliance, close
supervision is necessai y when
used by children.
SAVE THESE INS TR UC TIONS
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Specia[ Notes About Microwaving
If you see arcing, press the
CLEAR/OFF pad and correct
the problem.
Arcing is the microwave term ff)r
sparks in the oven. Arcing is
caused by:
+ The temperature probe in the
microwave but not inserted in the
food.
The metal shelf not installed cor-
rectly so it touches the microwave
wall.
Metal or foil touching the side of
the oven.
+ Foil not molded to food (upturned
edges act like antennas).
, Metal, such as twist ties, poultt T
pins, or gold-rimmed dishes, in
the microwave.
Recycled paper towels containing
small metal pieces being used in
the microwave.
6
Do not pop popcorn in your
microwave oven unless in a special
microwave popcorn accesso Uor
unless you use popcorn labeled
for use ira microwave ovens.
+ Some products such as whole
eggs and sealed containers-for
example, closed jars-will explode
and should not be heated in this
microwave oven. Such use of the
microwave oven could result in
ir_juty.
+ Do not boil eggs in a microwave
oven. Pressure will build tap
inside egg yolk and will cause it to
burst, possibly resulting in injm y.
+ 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 ()tater
"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.
Avoid heating baby food in glass
.jars, even with the lid of LMake
stare all infant food is thoroughly
cooked. Stir food to distribute the
heat evenly. Be carefifl to prevent
scalding when warming formula
or breast milk. The container may
feel cooler than the milk really is.
Always test the milk before feed-
ing the baby.

neckedcontainers.
Spontaneous boiling-Under cer- o
tain special circumstances, liquids
may start to boil during or shortly
after removal from the microwave
oven. To prevent burns from
splashing liquid, we recommend
the following: before removing the
container from the oven, allow the o
container to stand in the oven for
30 to 40 seconds after the oven has
shut ofLDo not boil liquids in nar- @
row-necked containers such as soft
drink bottles, wine flasks and espe-
cially narrow-necked coffee cups.
Even if the container is opened,
excessive steam can build up and
cause it to burst or overflow.
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 result-
ing in it_jury.
Hot foods and steam can cause
burns. Be careflll when opening
any containers of hot fi)od,
including popcorn bags, cooking
pouches and boxes. To prevent
possible injm T, direct steam away
from hands and face.
Do not overcook potatoes. They
could dehydrate and catch fire,
causing damage to your oven.
When cooking pork, follow the
directions exactly and always
cook the meat to an internal tem-
perature of at least 170°F. This
assures that, in the remote possi-
bility that trichina may be present
in the meat, it will be killed and
meat will be safe to eat.

Specia[ Notes About Microwaving
If you use a meat
tbermometer whilo cooking,
make sure it is safe for use
in microwave ovens.
How to Test for a
Microwave-Safe Dish
8
Make sure all cookware used in your
microwave oven is suitable fi)r
microwaving. Most glass casseroles,
cooking dishes, measuring cups, cus-
tard cups, pottery or china dinner-
ware which does not have metallic
trim or glaze with a metallic sheen
can be used. Some cookware is
labeled "suitable fk)r microwaving."
+ ffyou are not sure ifa dish is
microwave-saf(, 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 1 minute at
high. If the dish heats, it should
not be used fi)r microwaving. If the
dish remains cool and only the
water in the cup heats, then the
dish is microwave-safe.
+ Do not use recycled paper prod-
ucts. Recycled paper towels, nap-
kins and waxed paper can contain
metal flecks which may cause arc-
ing or ignite. Paper products con-
taining nylon or nylon filaments
should be aw)ided, as they may
also ignite.
+ Some styrofi)am 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.
+ Do not use the microwave to dry
newspapers.
+ Not all plastic wrap is suitable for
use in microwave ovens. Check the
package fi)r proper use.
+ Paper towels, waxed paper and
plastic wrap can be used to cover
dishes in order to retain moisture
and prevent spattering. Be sure to
vent plastic wrap so steam can
escape.
+ Cookware may become hot
because of heat tran#(rred fi_om
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 direct-
ed by package. If they are not, plas-
tic could burst during or immedi-
ately after cooking, possibly result-
ing in injury. Also, plastic storage
containers should be at least par-
tially uncovered because they form
a tight seal. When cooking with
containers tightly covered with
plastic wrap, remove covering care-
fully and direct steam awayfrom
hands and face.
Use foil only as directed in this
guide. TV dinners may be
microwaved in fi)il trays less than
3/4" high; remove the top fi)il
cover and return the tray to the
box. When using f()il in the
microwave oven, keep the fi)il at
least 1 inch away from the sides of
the oven.

+Plastic cookware-Plastic cookware
designed for microwave cooking is
very usefill, but should be used
carefillly. Even microwave-safe
plastic may not be as tolerant of
overcooking conditions as are
glass or ceramic materials and may
soften or char if subjected to short
periods of overcooking. In longer
exposures to overcooking, the
food and cookware could ignite.
Follow these guidelines:
1Use microwave-safe plastics only
and use them in strict compli-
ance with the cookware manufac-
turer's recommendations.
2Do not microwave empty
containers.
3Do not permit children to use
plastic cookware without com-
plete supervision.
The fan will operate automatically +
under certain conditions (see
Automatic Fan feature). Take care
to prevent the starting and spread-
ing of accidental cooking fires +
while the vent fan is in use.
+ Clean the underside of the
microwave often. Do not allow
grease to build up on the
microwave or the fan filters.
+ In the event of a grease fire on
the surface units below the
microwave oven, smother a flam-
ing pan on the surface unit by
covering the pan completely with
a lid, a cookie sheet or a fiat tray.
+ Use care when cleaning the vent
fan filters. Corrosive cleaning
agents, such as lye-based oven
cleaners, may damage the filters.
When flaming foods under the
microwave, turn the vent fan off.
The fan, if operating, may spread
the flame.
Never leave surface units,
beneath your microwave oven,
unattended at high heat settings.
Boilovers cause smoking and
greasy spillovers that may ignite
and spread if the microwave vent
fan is operating. To minimize
automatic fan operation, use ade-
quate sized cookware and use
high heat on surface units only
when necessary.
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Grounding [nsh uctions/Optiona{ Kits
PREFERRED
METHOD
Ensure proper ground
exists before use
WARNING--Improper
use 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 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 out-
let 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 aproperly
grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Do not under any circumstances
cut or remove the third (ground)
prong from the power cord.
Do not use an adapter plug with
this appliance.
Do not use an extension cord with
this appliance. If the power cord is
too short, have a qualified electri-
cian or service technician install an
outlet near the appliance.
For best operation, plug this appli-
ance into its own electrical outlet to
prevent flickering of lights, blowing
of fllse or tripping of circuit breaker.
10
Available at extra cost from your
GE supplier.
Filler Panel Kits
JX4OWH--White
JX41--Black
JX4OAL--Almond
When replacing a 36" or 42" range
hood, this kit fills in the additional
width to provide a custom built-in
appearance. For installation
between cabinets only; not for
end-of cabinet installation. Each
kit contains two 3 -w_de filler pan-
els. Two kits are needed for a 42"
opening.
Filter Kits
JX81A--Recirculating Charcoal
Filter Kit
To be used when the microwave
oven cannot be vented to the
outside.
Decorative Panel Kit
JX22SS--Stainless Steel
When replacing a Hi/Low range,
this panel kit fills in the area
between the microwave and the
range left by the Hi/Low model.

Features of Your Microwave
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3
4
5
6
Temperature Probe. Use with Temp
Cook and Roast fimctions only.
Shelf. Lets you microwave several
fi)ods at once. Food microwaves
best when placed directly on the
turntable.
Door Handle. Pull to ()pen the door.
The door must be securely latched
for the microwave to operate.
Door Latches.
Window with Metal Shield. Screen
allows cooking to be viewed
while keeping microwaves con-
fined in the oven.
Receptacle for Temperature Probe.
Probe must be securely inserted
into the receptacle before the
oven will Temp Cook or Roast.
7 Touch Control Panel Display.
8 CooktopLights.
9 Grease Filters.
10 Removable Turntable.Turntable
and support must be in place
when using the oven. The
turntable may be removed for
cleaning.
11 Convenience Guide.
NOTE:Rating plate, oven vent(s)
and oven light are located on the
inside walls of the microwave oven.
11

The Contro[s on Your Mio'owave Oven
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temperature
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features
[MICRO ] { DEFROST
COOKI&II ][AUTO/TIME
ADD POWER ]
30SEC LEVEL
1-10
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EXPRESSCOOK EXPRESSCOOK 3 EXPRESSCOOK
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Timeand Auto Features
Allows you to cook by time.
Press
MICRO COOK I & II
(Press once or twice)
DEFROSTAUTO/TIME
(Press twice)
EXPRESSCOOK
Enter
Amount of
Cooking Time
Amount of
Defrosting Time
Starts immediately!
Starts immediately!
Power Level 1-10
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Allows you to defrost by weight.
Press Enter
DEFROST AUTO/TIME FoodWeight
(Press once)

HELP
Press this pad and any
feature pad for usage
instructions and tips.
DISPLAY
[TEMP COOK/]
PROBE
GUIDEON MICROWAVE
inside front of the oven
when you open the door.
POPCORN [[ POTATOES
BEVERAGE FRESH
VEG
[REHEAT GROUND
MEATS
CANNED
VEG
FROZEN
VEG [FISH
FILLETS
CHICKEN
PIECES
GUIDES IN BOOK
•Roasting
• Simmer
•Sensor Cooking
TemperatureFeatures
Allows you to cook by temperature. Use the probe.
Press Enter
TEMPCOOK/ROAST Desired food
(Press once) temperature.
TEMPCOOK/ROAST Medium automatically
(Press twice)selected.
TEMPCOOWROAST Well automatically
(Press three times)selected.
TEMPCOOK/ROAST Simmer automatically
(Press four times)selected.
SensorFeatures
Press Enter Option
POPCORN Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
BEVERAGE Startsimmediately!
REHEAT Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
CANNED VEG Startsimmediately!
FROZENVEG Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
POTATOES Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
FRESH VEG Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
GROUNDMEATS Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
FISHFILLETS Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
CHICKENPIECES Startsimmediately! more/lesstime
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POWER
LEVEL
1-10
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The power level may be entered
or Changed immediately after
entering the featUre time for
MICRO COOK; TIME DEFROST
or EXPRESS COOK, The power
leVel may als0 be chan ed
g
during time countdown,
I PreSS MICRO COOK II
3Press POWER LEVEL:
4 select desired
power level 1210 __
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5press START: f--g-1
Variable power levels add flexibility
to your microwave cooking. The pow-
er levels on your microwave oven can
be compared to the surface units on
a range. High (Power Level 10) or
full power is tile fastest way to cook
and gives you 100% power. Each
power level gives you microwave
energy a certain percent of tile time.
Power Level 7 is microwave energy
70% of the time. Power Level 3 is
energy 30% of the time.
A high setting (10) will cook faster
but food may need additional atten-
tion such as frequent stirring, rotat-
ing or turning over. Most of your
cooking will be done on High (Power
Level 10). A lower setting will cook
more evenly and with less attention
given to stirring or rotating the food.
Some foods may have better flavor,
texture or appearance if one of the
lower settings is used. You maywish
to use a lower power level when cook-
ing foods that have a tendency to boil
over, such as scalloped potatoes.
Rest periods (when the microwave
energy cycles oft) give time for the
fbod to "equalize" or transfer heat
to the inside of the food. An example
of this is shown with Power Level 3--
the defl_ost cycle. If microwave ener-
gT did not cycle off; the outside of the
food would cook before the inside
was defl_osted.
Here are some examples of uses for
various power levels:
High 10 Fish; bacon;
vegetables; boiling
liqUidsi
Med-High 7Gentle cooking of
meat and p0ultu;
baking casseroles
and reheatingl
Medium 5 S10w cooking and
tenderizing such as
stews and less tender
cuts of meat!
cOoking;simmering;
delicate sauces,
without overcooking;
s0ftening butterl

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1 Press MICRO COOK
I& IL
2 Enter cooking time.
3 Change power level if
you don't want full power.
(Press POWER LEVEL.
Select a desired power
level 1-10.)
4 Press START
Micro Cook I
Allows you to microwave for any
time up to 99 minutes and 99
seconds.
Power Level 10 (High) is automati-
cally set, but you may change it for
more flexibility.
You may ()pen the door during
Micro Cook to check the food.
Close the door and press START to
resume cooking.
Micro Cook II
Lets you change power levels auto-
matically during cooking. Here's
how to do it:
1
2
3
4
5
6
Press MICR() CO()K I & II.
Enter the first cook time.
Change the power level if you
don't want fllll power. (Press
POWER LEVEL. Select a
desired power level 1-10.)
Press MICRO COOK I &II
again.
Enter the second cook time.
Change the power level if you
don't want fllll power. (Press
POWER LEVEL. Select a power
level 1-10.)
7Press START.
At the end of MICRO COO_ K I,
MICR() COO II counts down.
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Micro Cook,I & H
NOTE: Use Power Level High (10) unless otherwise noted.
Asparagus
(fresh spears)
(frozen spears)
Beans
(fresh green)
(frozen green)
(frozen lima)
Beets
(fresh. whole)
Broccoli
(fresh cut)
(fresh spears)
(frozen. chopped)
(frozen spears)
Cabbage
(flesh)
(wedges)
1 lb.
10-oz. package
1 lb. cut in half
l()-oz, package
7 to 9 min.,
Med-High (7)
5 to 7 rain.
10 to 12 rain.
6 to 8 rain.
In 1l/_,-qt,oblong glass baking dish,
place 1/4 cup water.
In 1-qt. casserole.
In 1%-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.10-oz. package 6 to 8 rain.
1 bunch 18 to 22 rain. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
1 bunch
(11/4to 1% lbs.)
1 bunch
(11/4to 1% lbs.)
10-oz. package
10-oz. package
1 medium head
(about 2 lbs.)
Carrots
(flesh, sliced) 1 lb.
(frozen)
Cauliflower
(flowerets)
(fresh, whole)
(frozen)
8 to 10 rain.
10 to 13 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
9 to 11 rain.
8 to 10 rain.
7 to 9 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
10 to 14 rain.
10 to 17 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
10-oz. package
1 medium head
1 medium head
10-oz. package
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place
1/4 cup water. Rotate dish after half of
time. (Turntable should be turned off.)
In 1-qt. casserole.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
water.
In 11/_,- or 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup
water.
In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup
water.
In 1½-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
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Corn
(frozen kernel)
Corn on the cob
(fresh)
(frozen)
Mixed vegetables
(frozen)
Peas
(fresh, shelled)
(frozen)
Potatoes
(flesh, cubed,
white)
(fresh, whole,
sweet or white)
Spinach
(fresh)
(frozen. chopped
and leaf)
Squash
(fresh. summer
and yellow)
(winter. acorn
butternut)
10-oz. package
1 to 5 ears
1 ear
2 to 6 ears
10-oz. package
2 lbs. unshelled
10-oz. package
4 potatoes
16to 8 oz. each)
ll6toSoz.)
10 to 16 oz.
10-oz. package
1 lb. sliced
1 to 2 squash
labour 1 lb. each)
5 to 7 rain.
3 to 4 rain.
per ear
5 to 6 rain.
3 to 4 rain.
per ear
5 to 7 rain.
10 to 12 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
10 to 12 rain.
3 to 4 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
8 to 11 rain.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place
corn. If corn is in husk, use no water; if
corn has been husked, add 1/4 clap
water. Rearrange after half of time.
(Turntable should be turned off.)
Place in 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Rearrange after half of time.
(Turntable should be turned off.)
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 clap water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons
water.
Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes. Place in
2-qt. casserole with 1/2 clap water. Stir
after half of time.
Pierce with cooking fork. Place in
center of the oven. Let stand 5 minutes.
In 2-qt. casserole, place washed spinach.
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons
water.
In 1l/_,-qt,casserole, place 1/4 clap water.
Cut in half and remove fibrous
membranes. In 2-qt. oblong glass
baking dish, place squash cut-side-
down. Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes.
(Turntable should be turned off.)
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atures
DEFROSTAUTO/TIME
1 Press DEFROST
AUTO/TIME twice.
2 Enter defrosting time.
3 Press START
4Turn food over when the
oven signals.
5 Press START
(Auto Defrost explained in
the Auto Feature section.)
Allows you to defrost for the length
of time you select. See the
Defrosting Guide for suggested
times.
Power Level 3 is automatically set,
but you may change this for more
flexibility. You may defrost small
items more quickly by raising the
power level after entering the time.
However, they will need more fre-
quent attention than usual. Power
Level 7 cuts the total defrosting time
in about half:, Power Level 10 cuts
the total time to approximately 1/3. @
Rotate or stir food frequently.
At one half of selected defrosting
time, the oven signals TURN. At
this time, turn food over and break
apart or rearrange pieces for more
even defrosting. Shield any warm
areas with small pieces of foil. @
A dull thumping noise may be
heard during defrosting. This
sound is normal when the oven is
not operating at High power.
Defrosting Tips
o Foods frozen in paper or plastic
can be defrosted in the package.
Tightly closed packages should
be slit, pierced or vented AFTER
food has partially defrosted.
Plastic storage containers should
be at least partially uncovered.
o Family-size, prepackaged frozen
dinners can be defrosted and
microwaved. If the fi)od is in a
foil container, transfer it to a
microwave-safe dish.
Foods that spoil easily, such as
milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry
and pork, should not be allowed
to sit out for more than one hour
after defrosting. Room tempera-
ture promotes the growth of
harmflfl bacteria.
For more even defrosting of
larger foods, such as beef, lamb
and veal roasts, use Auto Defrost.
Be sure large meats are
completely defrosted before
cooking.
When defrosted, food should be
cool but softened in all areas. If
still slightly icy, return to the
microwave very briefly, or let it
stand a few minutes.
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D@osting Guide
Breads, Cakes
Bread, buns or rolls ( 1 piece)
Sweet Rolls (approx. 12 oz.
Fish and Seafood
Fillets, frozen (1 lb.)
Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.)
Fruit
Plastic pouch-1 to 2
(10-oz. package)
Meat
Bacon (1 lb.)
1 min.
3 to 5 rain.
Franks (1 lb.)
Ground meat ( 1 lb.)
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork
Steaks, chops and cutlets
Poultry
Chicken, broiler-fryer
cut up (2_/2 to3 lbs.)
Chicken, whole
(21/2 to 3 lbs.)
Cornish hen
Turkey breast (4 to 6 lbs. )
7 to 9 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
3 to 6 rain.
3 to 5 rain.
3 to 5 rain.
5 to 7 rain.
12 to 16 min.
per lb.
6 to 8 rain.
per lb.
16 to 20 min.
18 to 22 min.
8 to 14 rain.
per lb.
6 to 10 rain.
per lb.
Place block in casserole. Turn over and break up after
half the time.
Place unopened package in oven. Let stand 5 minutes
after defrosting.
Place unopened package in oven. Microwave just until
franks can be separated. Let stand 5 minutes, if
necessary, to complete defrosting.
Turn meat over after half the time.
Use power level 1.
Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish. Turn over
after half the time and shield warm areas with fi)il.
When finished, separate pieces and let stand to
complete defrosting.
Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap and turn over
after half the time. When finished, separate pieces and
microwave 2 to 4 minutes more, if necessary. Let stand
to finish defrosting.
Place wrapped chicken in dish. After half the time,
unwrap and mrn chicken over. Shield warm areas with
foil. Finish defrosting. If necessary, run cold water in
the cavity until giblets can be removed.
Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast-side-up. Turn
over after half the time. Run cool water in the cavity
until giblets can be removed.
Place unwrapped breast in dish breast-side-down.
After half the time, turn over and shield warm areas
with fi)il. Finish defrosting. Let stand 1 to 2 hours in
refrigerator to complete defrosting.
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This is a quick way to set cooking
time for 1-6 minutes.
Press one of the Express Cook pads
(from 1 to 6) for 1 to 6 minutes of
cooking at Power Level 10. For
example, press the 2 pad for 2
minutes of cooking time.
The power level can be changed
as time is counting down. Press
POWER LEVEL and enter 1-10.
ADD
30SEC
Youcan use this feature two wags:
* It will add 30 seconds to the time
counting down each time the pad
is pressed.
o It can be used as a quick way to
set 30 seconds of cooking time.
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