GE Spacemaker-3 JEM 4H Installation instructions

-
.,-)
contents‘
AdapterPIugs 27 use and care of
ApplianceRegistration 2
Care and Cleaning 26
Control Panel 6
ConvenienceFood Guide 14,15
Cookinfz 7
CookingCompleteReminder 5
CookingGuide 16-25
Defrosting 8
DefrostingGuide 12, 13
DelayedCooking 9
Extension Cords 27
Features 5
Grounding Instructions 27
Heating or ReheatingGuide 10,11
Hold Time 9
MicrowavingTips 2
Minute/Second Timer 9
Model and Serial Numbers 2
PowerI&vels 7-9
Precautions 3
!%blcrn Sc)lver 28
Program Cooking 6
I@mir Service 29
Safety Instructions 3,4
Warranty Back Cover
m’”
.-.
Uj54y“++$’”
7-E7q’
$’M/)y
The electric output
ofthis microwave oven
is500wafts. II
—===
——-.=-——
—..—
——.—-
—-.—.—
—.
+.=-
-—
——-
—:-
~
Your DirectI_k-MtoG’emwdEk’h”ic
—..——...-.---— —.—.-—--
iki”cw 14.nsvdeFCailkf
-—-.... .. . . .. .—--—.——.-—------------,--—--———--------
.<
/’- i
;.,,
,--- ..: .
:-‘~ ... ,.
1
..; ,’
...—
—---
--,,—
.
..,
”-:.

+.,.,..........,.. ...\ .. ..,...—.
.—...
l-e.
Beforeusing your oven,
readthisbook
It is intendedto helpyouoperate
and maintainyournewmicrowave
ovenproperly.
Keepithandy for answersto your
questions.
If youdon’tunderstandsomething
or needmore help, write (include
yourphonenumber):
ConsumerAffairs
GE Appliances
AppliancePark
LouisviUe,KY40225
downthe model
and serial
You*Hfindthem on alabelinside
the oven.
These numbersare also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
RegistrationCard that came with
your microwaveoven. Before
sendingin this card, please write
these numbers here:
ModelNumber
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning your microwaveoven.
Be Iswre you%”
Ww43nis
It is important tf]atwc knowthe
ioca[ion0( your microwavcoven
siwuki uneedoccurfor adjustments.
Mmrsupplicr is responsible for
rcgi.$tcriilgyou as the owner.
Pleasecheck withyoursupplierto
be surehe hasdoneso; also sendin
yourConsumerProductOwnership
RegistrationCard. If youmove,or
ifyouare nottheoriginalpurchaser
pleasewrite to us, statingmodel
and serialnumbers.This appliance
mustberegistered.Pk-asebecertain
thatit is.
Writeto:
GE Appliances
RangeProduct Service
AppliancePark
Louisville,KY40225
Hyol.li a
damagedoven.**
Immediatelycontactthedealer (or
builder)that soldyouthe oven.
save the and money.
Beforeyou requestservice...
checktheProblemSolveronpage28.
It listscauses ofminor operating
problemsthatyoucancorrectyourself.
Accessories
Availableat extra cost from your
GE supplier.
JX26 Kit convertsthis
ovento abuilt-in walloven.
WM26 Kit allowsthis
ovento be mounted on awall.
4-AOI$Installation Kit allowsthis
ovento be mounted under a
cabinet.
‘-)
Tips
~Make sureallcookwareused in
yourmicrowaveovenis suitablefor
microwaving.Mostglasscasseroles,
cookingdishes,measuringcups,
custardcups,potteryor china
dinnerwarewhichdoesnothave
metzdlictrimor glazewithametallic
sheencan be used. Somecookware
islabeled“suitableforrnicrowaving~’
If youare unsure,use thisdishtest:
Measure 1cupwaterin aglasscup.
Place in ovenonor besidedish.
Microwave1-1%minutesatHIGH. If
waterbecomeshot,dishismicrowave
safe. If dishheats, itshouldnotbe
used for microwaving.
~Paper towels,waxpaper, and
plasticwrap can be usedto cover
dishesin order to retainmoisture
and preventspattering.
~Somemicrowavedfoodsrequire
stirring, rotating,or rearranging.
Check yourcookingguide.
@Steambuildsup pressure in foods
which are tightlycoveredbyaskin
or membrane. Pierce potatoes,egg
yolksand chickenliversto prevent
bursting.

m
m
($57
(a) Do Not Attempt tooperatethis
ovenwith the door opensince
open door operationcan resultin
harmful exposureto microwave
energy.It is importantnotto
defeator tamper with the safety
interlocks.
(b) Do Not Place any object
betweenthe ovenfront faceand
thedoor or allowsoii or cleaner
residueto accumulateon sealing
surfaces.
(c)Da Not C$pemtethe oven
ifit is damaged. It is particularly
knportantthatthe ovendoor close
woperly and that there isno
~arnageto the:
1)door (ben~)
z) II~TIgCSand latches (brokenor
loosened}
3)door scals and sealingsurfaces.
d) ?f’heoven Not be
a~,j.justedor repaired byanyone
M&pt properly qwdilled service
pcl”soimcf.
... ->
Whenusingelectricalappliances
basicsafetyprecautionsshouldbe
followed,includingthefollowing:
theriskofburns,electricshock,
fire,injurytopersonsorexposure
toexcessivemicrowaveenergy:
~Usethisapplianceonlyforits
intendeduseasdescribedinthis
manual.
@Readand followthespecific
“PRECAUTIONSRI AVOID
POSSIBLEEXPOSURETO
EXCESSIVEMICROWAVE
ENERGY”atleft.
~Thisappliancemustbegrounded.
Connectonlytoproperlygrounded
outlet.See“GROUNDING
INSTIN.JCTIONS”onpage27.
@Forbestoperation,plugthis
applianceintoitsownelectrical
outlet,topreventflickeringof
lights,blowingoffuseortripping
ofcircuitbreaker.
~Installorlocatethisappliance
onlyinaccordancewiththe
providedinstallationinstructions.
@Donot cover or Mock any
~penil%~
on the appliance.
QDonot use outdoors.
~JDoriotin-unersepower cord or
plug in water.
-!
=Donotoperatethisappliance
ifithasadamagtxlpowercordor
plug,ifit isnotworkingpropmly,
orifithasbeendamagedor
dropped.
~Seedoorsurfacecleaning
instructionsonpage26.
~~is applianceshouldbe .
servicedonlybyqualifiedservice
personnel.Contactnearest
authorizedservicefacilityfor
examination,repairoradjustment.
@Aswithanyappliance,close
supervisionisnecessarywhen
usedbychildren.
8TOreducetheriskOffirein
theommlcavity:
–Do notovercookfood.Carefidly
attendapplianceifpaper,plastic,
orothercombustiblematerialsare
placedinsidetheoventofacilitate
cooking.
–Removewiretwist-tiesfrom
paperorplasticbagsbefore
placingbaginoven.
–Do notuseyourmicrowave
oventodrynewspapers.
–Paper towels, and.
waxpaper.Recycledpaper
productscancontainmetalflecks
whichmaycausearcingorignite.
Paperproductscontainingnylon
orny~onfilamentsshouldbe
avoided,astheymayalsoignite.
—DonotOperatethem%mwhile
emptytoavoiddamagetothe
o+”’e!nam!.the offi~”%H
byaccidenttheovenshouldrun
emptyaminuteortwo,noharm
isdone.However,trytoavoid
operatingtheovenemptyata~~
times-it savesenergyand.
pi”{-l{)ngsthelifeoftheoven.
$.—,-.~~
L(Con.$hid rw.xfJxlgz,),/:>”
....—— ,—.-&-” I
I
1,
-. .- .

—-Donotpop hym.ar
mmunlessinaspecial
microwavepopcornaccessoryor
unlessyouusepopcornlabeledfor
useinmicrowaveovens,
–Do notovercookJX.@toes.
Theycoulddehydrateandcatch
fire,causingdamagetoyouroven.
–If materialsinsideovenshould
ignite,keepovendoorcIosed,
turnovenoff,anddisconnect
powercord,orshutoffpowerat
fuseorcircuitbreakerpanel.
~$OmeproductssuchasWE’wk
eggsandsealed
Con@iners-for
example,closedglassjam-may
explodeandshouldnotbeheated
inthisoven.
$3~~&~ babyfoodin
glassjars,evenwithouttheirlids;
especiallymeatandeggmixtures.
eDon%defrosti%ozerlbeverages
innarrowneckedbottles(especially
carbonatedbeverages).Evenifthe
containerisopened,pressure
canbu~kiup.Thiscancausethe
containertoburst,resulting ~~
injury.
e~J~~mei~l only as ir$
TVdinnersmaybemkx+owavcd
ini%iltraysWthan3/4”high;
rH12(3vctOp Mcwtx and return
tr:~ytohex,Whenusingmetalin
(Iwmicrowaveoven,keepmeM
at !w# 1hw%awayfs”omsides
(>fg?$;’~~*
@cooking may
Mbecaw of%eattransferred
fromtheheatedfood.Potholders
maybeneededtohandlethe
utensil.
@thecooking
tray
canbmmmtoohottotflld. Be
carefuihandlingthecookingtray
duringandaftercooking.
*Toodscookedin (such
aspasta)maytend@boilover
morerapidlythanfoodscontaining
lessmoisture.Shouldthisoccur,
refertopage26forinstructionson
howtocleantheinsideoftheoven.
@not
useathermometerinfoodyou
aremicrowavingunlessthe
thermometerisdesignedor
recommendedforuseinthe
microwaveoven.
e@fj~i&~~asti~~tensfls
designedformicrowavecooking
areveryuseiiil,butshouldbe
usedcarefully.Evenmicrowave
p~asticmaynotbeastolerantof
overcookingconditionsasareglass
orceramicmaterialsandmay
softenorcharifsubjectedtoshort
periodsofovercooking.hlonger
exposurestoovercooking,thefood
andutensilscouldignite.For
thesereasons:1)Usemicrowave
plasticsoniyandusetheminstrict
compliancewiththeutensil
manufacturer’smmnmendatians.
~)‘~~~l~lt
f+.ubjectempty utensilstO
n;icrowaving,3)Donotpermit
childrentouseplasticutensils
wM30u$cmnpletesupervision.
@porkfollow
thedirectionseixactlyaridalways
cookthemeattoaninternal
temperatureofatleastl’70°F.
Thisassuresthat,intheremote
possibilitythattrichinamaybe
presentinthenwat,itwillbe
killedandmeatwillbesafetoeat.
@eggsisnot
inal
oven.Pressurecanbuildup
insidetheeggyolkandmaycause
ittoburst,resukingininjury.
*Fmd$lwith outer
66SMH99suchaspotatoes,sausages,
tomatoes,apples,chickenlivers
andothergiblets,andeggyolks
(seepreviouscaution)shouldbe
piercedtoallowsteamtoescape
duringcooking.
ecooking
landtightlyckMXiplasticbags
shouldbes~it,piercedorvented
asdirectedincookingguide.If
theyarenot,plasticcouldburst
duringorimmediatelyafter
cooking,possiblyresultingin
injury.Also,plasticstorage
containersshouldbeat least
partiallyuncoveredbecausethey
formatightseal.VJhencooking
withcontainerslightlycoversd
withplasticwrap,remove
coveringcarefullyanddirect
steamawayfromhandsandface.
@
certainspecialcircumstances,
liquids may start to boil cluringo]+
shortlyafterremovalfromth~
microwaveoven.Topreventbums
fromsplashingliquid,stirthe
liquidbrieflybeforeremovingthe
containerfromthemicrowaveoven.

CootingCompBeteReminde~
Toremindyouthatyouhavefoodinthe
oven,theovenwillbeep onceaminuteuntil
youeitheropen theovendooror touchthe
CLEAR/OFF pad. w
fw---
—
?ER
w
ml
1
“!iiiiiiid ‘
::;;::;;:
.........
:.:::::::
.:.:..
:.:.::.::
-..:.:
.....:-.,
.:..:.
z;:‘%
$&@ -’-+3
\. o
4. ‘own ‘vent. 8. Glass Cooking ‘lhy. Traymust
be in place when usingthe oven.
Cookingperformance will be
unsatisfactorywithout thetray
inplace. The tray maybe removed
for cleaning.
5. Oven Interior Light. Turnson
when thedoor isopened or when
the ovenisoperating.
6. MOM and serial PJ?.mhxs. 9. Touch ControlPanel ad.
Display.Seenextpagefor
instructions.
7. Mode Stirrer Cover. Protecls
the microwaveCncrgydistributing
system. Do not removethis cover.
Wu willdamage the oven.
1?
1
r
.’

meTbu.dlcontrol Pand
Mows youtoset theovencontrols
electronicallywith the touchof a
finger.It’sdesignedto be easy
touse and understand.
1.DISPIAY. Displaystimeofday,
timecountingdown duringcooking
functions,power level, cooking
modeand instructions.
2. TEWECOOK I‘&IL
Microwaveforapreset amountof
time usingautomaticPowerLevel
10(HIGH), (or changepower1evel
after enteringcookingtime. See
page7.)
3. CLOCK. Touchthispad to enter
time of dayor check time ofday
while microwaving.
Toset clock, first touch CLOCK
pad and then enter time ofday.For
example, if time is 1:30,touch
number pads 1,3, and Oand 1:30
willappear in display.Touch
STARTpad. Toreset or change
time, simply repeat aboveprocess.
4. PAX%%Touchthese
Pads to enter ~ooking/defrosting
time, power leveland time of day.
5. LEV13L.Touchthis
pad lxforc entering another power
Jcvclnumber if you wantto change
from automatic Power Level 10
(HIGH) fhrcooking or Power
Level3(LOW,)for defrosting.
e
.
-43
6.TIMEDEFROST.Gentle
thawingat automaticPowerLevel3
(LOW). (Ifdesired, youmay
changepowerlevelafter entering
defrostingtime. Seepage8.)
7.NDN/SEC TEMJiX1.Thisfeature
usesno microwaveenergy.It
functionsas akitchentimer, as a
holdingperiod afterdefrostor as a
delaytimer beforetimecooking.
(Seepage9.)
8. START.After all selectionsare
made, touchthispad to startoven.
9. CLEANOF1l’.When touched, it
shutsoffthe ovenand erasesall
settings(excepttime ofday).
-43
:
-&2
.
Usc }rOU1-‘rouchControl panel to Create you?ownprograms to
Defrost and Cook by time using suit your individualcooking style.
ymu.choice of power levelsfrom For example: use the Min/Sec
1(low~st)to 10(highest), time Timer to delay the start of cooking
kitchen tasks with the ih4in/Sec or program ahold time between
Timer. and set [heclock. defrostingand cooking.(Seepage9.)
Set Time Cook 1&11for atwo-
stageprogramusing different times
and power levels. (See page 7.)
-.

.,
‘me TIME COOK I&znfeature
abws you tomicrowave fora
presetamountoftirne using
automaticpowerlevel10
(High),or changepowerlevel
automaticaUy.
Powerlevel10(High)is
recommendedformostcooking,
butyoumaychangethis formore
flexibility.Seeyourcookingguide.
Tobecomebetteracquaintedwith
timecooking,makeacup ofcoffee
byfollowingthe stepsbelow.
Step 1:FilIacup 2/3 fullof
water,add 1teaspoonof instant
coffeeand stir to dissolve.Use a
cup thathas no metal decoration
and is microwavesafe (referto
IMicrowaving
Tipsonpage2).
Place cup in ovenand closedoor.
Becauseautomaticpowerlevel10
is recommendedfor thiscup of
coffee,there isno needtochange
thepowerlevel.(Ifpowerlevel10
is notappropriate,see “Howto
ChangePowerLevel” below.)
Step 4: TouchSTART.“COOK
TIME;’ “POWER 10~’andtime
countingdownshowon display.
Step 5: Whentime is up, theoven
signalsand flashes “End~’Oven,
lightand fan shutoff.
Step 6: Openthe door.
using the me cook n
Feature
The TimeCook 11featurelets you
settwotime cookingfunctions
withinone program. This is ideal
if youwantto changepowerlevels
during yourcookingoperations.
Here’showtodo it.
Step 1:Place foodin ovenin
microwave-safecontainer and close
the door.
Step 2: TouchTIME COOK I&II
pad. Displayshows“COOK” and
6<1.
““ENTER TIME” is flashing.
Step 3: Selectyour cookingtime.
For example,touch 2, 1and 5for
twominutesand 15seconds.Display
shows“2:15” and “POWER 10~’
“COOK TIME” flashes.
Step 4: TouchTIME COOK I&H.
Step 8: Atthe endofthe first
programmedcooktime, thenext
selectedpowerlevel,“COOK
TIME” andthesecondprogrammed
cooktime, countingdown, showon
thedisplay.
Step 9: When timeisup, theoven
signalsand flashes“EndVThe
oven,lightand fanshutoff.
Step 10:Open thedoor.
md &’3WVWS
Q. Isetmy ovenforthe time
calledfor in the recipe,but atthe
end ofthe time allovved9my food
wasxftdone. Whathappened?
A. Sincehouse powervariesdue
to time or locationmanyTime
Cook recipes giveyouatimerange
to preventovercooking.Setthe
ovenfor minimumtime, testthe
food fordoneness, and cook your
foodalittle longer,if necessary.
0.1 touched the number pads
andselectedmypowerlewd.When
w
Itouched START,however,my
ovenMM come on. Why not?
A. The TIME COOK I&Hpad
must be touchedbeforesettingthe
number pads or elseyourovenwill
not begin cooking.
Q. Iwant to cook on apower
kvel other thanHigh. What do
Ineed!to do?
A. Tochange thepowerlevel,
touch the POWER LEVEL pad.
“ENTER POWER” flasheson the
displaypanel. Enter new number.
——
—
—
m
-
-..
———
---
!mEt?+y-
=—
---
mwr
-—w––
E?EaE’
-
EsE%$.
Q. Can Iinterrupt my Time ~
&j\->”~
cook function to cheek the fcm’d? .<+T-
A. Yes.Toresume cooking, :B
‘“
\FFf
~~i.0
simply close the door and press .
L-JIG
1
the STARTpad. The timer mustbe ,:j$;
~.
iQA}.~
reset for cooking to resume unless ;
time is remaining on timer. ~-
i
1“
r’
.’
—-

The Defrost setting is designed
forspeedythawingd’frozenfood
andisoneof thegreatadvantages
of amicrowaveoven.
@Powerlevel3isautomaticallyset
fordefrosting,butyoumaychange
thisformore flexibility.
@Seeyourdefrostingguidefor
defrostinghelp.
Tobecomebetter acquaintedwith
thedefrostfunction, defrostfrozen
pork chopsbyfollowingthe steps
below.
Step 1:Placea l-lb.packageoffrozen
chopsin theovenand closedoor.
Step 2: TouchTIME DEFROST
Displayshows“: O“and “POWER
3:’ “ENTER DEF TIME” flashes.
Step 3: Select OIICh:dfof the total
defrostingtime recommended in
your defrosting guide. For CX:NIIPIC,
t(w.h 4, 0[id Ofor 4nlinulcs.
l)isoiayshows‘4:00” and “HIWER
.:’ “D’&;‘l”lME” fl:]shcs,
3
Step 4: TouchSTART.“D13F
TIME” and “POWER3“ showand
timecountsdownon display.When
cycleis completed,the ovensignals
andflashes“End~’thenautomatically
shutsoff.
Step 5: Turnpackageover,close
door and repeatSteps2and 3to set
remaininghalf ofdefrostingtime
and touchSTART.
Step6:When ovensignalsand
flashes “End~’open door, remove
packageand separatechopsto
finishdefrosting.
Tips
@Foodsfrozen inpaper or plastic
can be defrostedin the package.
fL:- . ,. -.. —-
~For evendefrosting, some foods
need tobe broken up or separated
part ofthe waythrough the
defrostingtime.
——,
...”,---- ——-—- —-
,,
Q. When IpressSTART,Iheara
dull, thumpingnoise.What isit?
A. This soundisnormal. It is
lettingyouknowtheovenisusinga
powerlevellowerthan 10(High).
Q. CanIdefrostsnd itemsin
ahurry?
A. Yes,but theywillneed more
frequentattentionthan usual. Raise
the powerlevelafter enteringthe
time bytouchingthedesiredpower
levelpad. Powerlevel7cutsthe
totaldefrostingtime aboutin 1/2;
powerlevel 10cutsthe total
defrostingtimeto approximately
1/3.During either, rotateor stir
foodfrequently.
IQ.Why don’tthe defrosting
times inthe defrostingguide
seem rightfor my food?
A. These times are averages.
Defrostingtime canvary according
to the temperaturein your freezer.
Setyour ovenforthe time indicated
in yourdefrostingguide. If your
food is stillnot completelythawed
at the end ofthat time, reset your
ovenand adjustthetime accordingly
Q. Should allfoods be
thawedbefore cooking?
A. Some foodsshould notbe
completely thawedbeforecooking.
For example, fish cooks so quickly
it isbetter to begin cooking while
it is still slightlyfrozen.
Q. CM4Iopen the door during
defrosting tocheck on the
progress dmy food?’
A. Yes.Youmay open the door at
any time during microwaving.To
resume defrosting, C1OSCthe door
and press START.The ovenbegins
operating if time isleft on timer.
If not, reset timer.
-.
(---’j\
.... ‘~
1

tousethe
The MIN/SEC TIMER hasthree
timingfunctions:
~Moperatesas aminutetimer.
~It canbeset to delaycooking.
@It canbe usedas aholdsetting
afterdefrosting.
The IvIIN/SECTIMER operates
withoutmicrowaveenergy,
EIo~v~0~~~ ~
PhoneCall
1.TouchMIN/SEC TIMER
pad. Thedisplayshows“: 0“ and
“ENTER TIME” flashes,
2. Touchnumberpads3, OandO(for
3minutesand no seconds),Display
shows“3:00” and “TIME” flashes.
3. TouchSTART.Displayshows
“TIME” and timecountingdown.
4. When time isup, ovensignals,
flashes “Endl’ and displayshows
timeof”day.
@
+
.Q~y*
*:w-e TIME
Step1:Takecasserolefromfreezer
andplacein oven.
Step2: TouchTIME DEFROSTpad.
The displayshows”: O“and
“POWER3:’ “ENTER DEF
TIME” flashes.
Step3: Touchpads 1,5,0 andOfor
15minutesdefrostingtime. “15:00”
appearson display.(Defrostingis
automaticallyseton powerlevel3
butcan be changedbytouchingthe
POWERLEVEL pad and the
desiredpowerlevel.)
Step 4: Set standingor hold time
bytouchingMIN/SEC TIMER.
The displayshow’s“: O“and
“ENTER TIME” ilashes.
Step 5: Tbuch 1,0,0 and Oto hold
lbr tcn minutes. “10:00” appears
on displayand “TIME” flashes,
Step7:Touch2,5,0 andOfor
twenty-fiveminutesofcookingtime.
“COOKTIME” flashesand“25:00”
and“POWER10”appearondisplay.
Step$:TouchSTART.“DEFTIME”
and “15:00”countingdownshow
on display.Aseach functionis
automaticallyperformedoven
displayshowsinstructionsentered
and thefunction.
Step9: When time is up, the oven
signalsand flashes “EndV
andAnswers
Q. What will happenif I
accidentallyreversemy defrost,
holdand cook instructions?
A. The ovenwill automatically
rearrange yourprogram. Defrosting
will alwayscome first, then hold,
and then the cookingfunction.
Q. Can Idefrostand holdonly?
A. Yes.Sometimesyou mayonly
wantto defrostafood, hold it, and
cook itlater. All you need to do is
program in Defrost and amountof
time. Then program Hold and the
amountof time. Be sure to put the
thaweddish in the refrigerator
promptly.
NOTE: Let foodsremain at room
temperature only as long as safe.
Times will vary.
Q. Imy Ovenfm”a
specific defrosting time but it
defrosted longer than RRecxssalry.
what
A. When instructions conflict,
the ovencarries out the last
instruction. Youmayhave set the
ovento Defrost for 4minutes,
Hold/Time for 2minutes, and then
Defrost foi-6minutes. In this case,
the ovenwot.ddDefrostfor6minutes
and 130kUTimefor 2minutes.
—
...
—.

Steaks, chops, ribs, other meat pieces:
Rare beefsteak
Welldonebeef, chops. ribs, etc.
Hamburgers or meat loaf
(4-oz,/serving)
Chicken pieces
Hot dogsanc~sausages
Bi-coki”astsausage 1inks
1to 2servings
3to4servings
1can (16-oz.)
1to 2servings
3to 4servings
1to 2servings
3to4servings
1to 2servings
3to 4servings
1to 2servings
3to4servings
1to 2servings
3to4servings
1to 2pieces
3to4pieces
1to 2
3to4
2
4
8
1to 2scr~’ings
]to 2servings
3to 4ser~’ings
‘or’
}. Directionsbeloware forreheatingalready-cookedfoodsat refrigeratoror roomtemperature. Usemicrowaveovensafecontainers.
2. Covermostfbodsforf%testheating(seetips).Exceptionsare rare or mediummeats,somesandwiches,griddlefoodslikepancakesandbakedfoods.
3. Besure foodsare heatedthroughoutbeforeserving. Steamingor bubblingaroundedgesdoes notnecessarilymeanfoodisheatedthroughout.
Stir foodonce or twiceduringheating, if possible, toensure even, thoroughheating.Asageneralrule, hot foodsproducean area warmtothe
touchin center ofundersideofdish.
Item bount Pow~~ Level Approximate The, Minutes
Appetizers
Saucy;such as meatballs, riblets, 1to 2servings High(10) 3to 5
cocktail franks, etc. 3to4servings High(10) 4to 7
(% cuplserving)
Dips: cream or processedcheese %cup High(10) %to 1’/’2
1cup High(10) 1to 3
Pastry bites: small pizzas, eggrolls, etc. 2to4servings High (10) 2to 3Y2
Tip: Coversaucyappetizers with waxpaper. Coverdips with plastic wrap. Do not coverpastry bites, theywill notbe crisp.
Mea& and Main Dkhes
Saucymain dishes: chopsuey,spaghetti,
creamed chicken, chili, stew,macaroniand
cheese, etc.
(%-l cupjserving)
Thinly sliced roasted meat:
Rare beef roast, minimumtime; Mediumrare,
maximumtime
(3 to4-oz./serving)
Welldone: beef, pork, ham, poultry, etc.
High(10)
High(10)
High(10)
3to 6
8to 10
6to 8
High(10)
High (10)
High (10)
High (10)
1Y2to3
3to4Vi
2Y2to4
5to 7
High (10)
High(10)
High (10)
High (10)
High (10)
High (10)
High(10)
High (10)
High (10)
High (10)
High (10)
High (10)
High (10)
Hig}l(]())
High (10)
Hish (10)
2to3Y2
4to 6
2to 3Vi
4to6
3to6
7to9
2to 3%
4to 6
1%to 2%
21/’[0~y’
lY2to 2‘/2
7Yto 3
; t: 3Y2
2to 3‘/2
5to7
7to9
?4to 1’/2
~to 4
High (10)
—
,..—. .

or
Mm Amount Power L43’el Approximate Time, Minutes
vegetables
Small pieces: peas, beans, corn, etc. 1to 2servings High(10) 1%to4
(% cup/serving) 3to4servings High(10) 5to 7
1can (16-oz.) High(10) 4to 5
Large pieces or whole: asparagus spears, potato 1to 2servings High(10) 3to 5
3to4servings High(10) 6to 8
1can (16-oz.) High(10) 6to 7
Corn onthecob 1to 2ears High(10) 4to 6
3to4ears High(10) 7to 10
Mashed potatoes 1to 2servings High(10) 2to4
(Mcupherving) 3to4servings High(10) 5to7
Tip: Covervegetablesfor most evenheating.
sauces
Dessert: chocolate, butterscotch %cup High(10)
1cup High(10)
Meat or maindish, chunkytype; giblet gravy, ‘/2cup High (10)
High(10)
spaghetti sauce, etc. 1cup
1can (16-oz.) High(10)
Creamy type ‘/2cup High(10)
1cup High(10)
1to2
2to 3
2to 3
4to 5
5to 7
2to 3
4to 5
Tip: Cover foodto prevent spatter.
EH--&eryFwds
Coke, coffcccuke, doughnuts, sweet rolls, 1piece High (it)) ‘/2to 1
nutor fruit bread 2pieces High (10) IM to2
4pieces High(10) 2to 7v
9-in. cake or High (10) 2toi;
12rolls or
doughnuts
Dinner roils. muf’fins 1
2
4
6to 8
High(10)
High(10)
High(10)
High(10)
High (10)
High (10)
Meal-High(7)
Mcd-High (7)
%to %
%to 1
%to 1’/2
1Y2
to2ti
‘Ato 1
1to 11/’2
2% to 3
3to 5
1to 2%
1to 2%
2to 3
‘i’i~): I}{) 110[Cth’tl”.
.,.,..—.—----------------
—.-.—.....
r.___.... . . ,. -- --- —-.—. -. .

1. Unwrapfood.If it is difficultto removeplastic grocery storetray,it maybe removedafier first half of time. Place foodin microwavesafe
cookingdish.
2. After first half ofcookingtime, removeany remainingwrap. Breakfoodapart or separate, ifpossible. Removeanythawedfood, ifpossible.
Shieldbonetips, thinmeator warmareas oflargepiecesoffoodwith foil.
3. Large bulkyroasts mayhaveicycenter.Allow 15to 60 minutesstandtime, Poultrymaybe placedunder runningcool wateruntil gibletscan be
removed.
4. Whendefrosted, foodshouldbe cool, but softenedin all areas. If still slightlyicyafter secondhalfofdefrostingtime, return to microwaveoven
very briefly,or let standafewminutes.
FirstHalf !!kond Half’ Power
Food The. Min. Time. Min. Level comments
Meat
Bacon(12-16oz. pkg.) 2to 3
3
5to 6
9to 11
6to 7per lb.
6to 7per lb.
4to5per lb.
4to 5per lb.
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost(3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Place unopenedpackagein oven.Turnoverafter first
half. Let stand5minutes.
3
Franks (1-lb.) 4.Place unopenedpackagein oven. Microwavejust until
franks can be separated. Turnoverafter first 4minutes.
Ground: beef&pork
(l-lb.)
(2-lb.) Place unwrappedmeat in cookingdish. Scrapeoff softenedmeat after each half of time. Set aside. After
secondhalf of time, breakup remainingblock,
microwave1to 3minutesmoreor let it stand 10minutes.
6
7to 9
PIace unwrappedmeat ontrivet in cookingdish in
oven.After half of time, turn roast overand shield
ends. Defrost for secondhalf oftime. Let stand for 30
minutes.
7to 8per lb.
7to 8per lb.
6to 7per Ib.
RoastBonelessBeef
(up to4-lb.j
BonelessPork
(up tO 3-lb.j
Place unwrappedmeat on trivet incookingdish in
Ollen.Turn roast overand shield topthinbones with
Roast, Bonein Pork
(up to 3-ib.) foil during second half. Let stand 30minutes.
@
:+-y~.
.+3,:==..
Place unwrappedmeat in single layerontrivet in $$+%.
-.;*.*>:,
cookingdish in oven.Turn overafter first half of time. “--- .-
Removeany defrosted pieces. After second half of .—
time, separate pieces with table knife. Let stand to
complete defrosting.
Steaks, chops &cutlets;
beef, lamb, pork &veal 4% to 6% per lb.
Sausage, bulk
(i-lb. tray)
(1-lb.ml]) Turn overafter first half of time.
Turnover after first half of time and shield ends with
foil. Turnover once during second half oftime.
3to4
3to 43Mto 51/2 3to 5
2Y2to 3Y?
2to 3
3
3Rearrange after first half of time. Rotatepatties after first half of time.
Swsqy, link (% to i-lb.)
SaLJSage, patties
(12’-OZ.pkg.)
—
(..’hicken,broiler-fryer, 6to 7per lb. 4to 5per lb. Defrost (3) Place unwrapped chicken in single layer on trivet in
cut ufJ(I [0 1%-!b.)cooking dish in oven. Turn chicken over after halfof
time and separate pieces. After second half, rcnmvc
defrosted pieces. Microwave2to 4minutes more, if
necessary.
\~;hol~(~J/it(}3}j-]h,) 7to 8pcr lb. 5pcs lb. Defrost (3) Place unwrapped chicken on trivet incooking dish in
oven. After first half of time, turn overchicken. Shiclci
bone cmis. wings, tail and warm areas with foil.
[‘(}l”[li~i~11{:1] 8per II?. 6to 8j]er lb. Defrost (3) Place hens in cooking dish in oven. Turn over after first
half of time. Shield leg ends and wing tips if necessary.
Rinse cavity LOIooscngiblets.
,.-r-.,
[‘\i
,’
..”, J

Im’stHaM Second Half Power
Food Time, Min. Time, Min. Level Cements
Fish&seafood
Fillets (l-lb.)
Steaks(6to 16-oz.)
Steaks(lto2-lb.)
5
3t04
5t07
5t06
3t04
5t07
Defrost(3)
Defrost(3)
Defrost(3)
Placeunwrappedfishindish. Turnoverafterfirsthalf
oftime, shieIdends withfoil. Aftersecondhalfof
time, holdunder cold water to separate.
Place fish in cookingdish. ‘llrn overafter first half of
timeand shieldtail sectionwithfoil. Aiter secondhalfof
time, rinsecavitywithcoldwatertocompletedefrosting.
Wholefish (8 to 16-oz.) 4to 73to 5Defrost (3)
Shellfish, small pieces (I-lb.)
Shellfish, blocks, crab meat
(6-oz. pkg.)
Spreadshellfish in singlelayerincookingdish. Break
up after 5minutes. Let stand5minutes,Place block in
casserole. lhrn overafter first half of time.
5
34to 5 2
2to4
4to 6
4to 6
none
none
3to4
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Shellfish, large Defrost (3) Arrange incookingdish. Turnoverand separate after
first half oftime.
4to6
Place blockincasserole. Breakup afterfirst halfoftime.
Place unwrappedscallops in cookingdish in oven.
Turnoverand separate after first half oftime.
—-
E
~
~
Place in cookingdish with darker side up. Turnover ;
..
Oysters
(8 to 12-oz.container) 4Defrost (3)
Scallops(1-Ib.pkg.) 5to7Defrost (3)
Crab legs—ito 2
(8 to l@OZ. )Defrost (3)
Lobster tails—l to 2
(6 to 9-oz.)4tO 6Defrost (3)
6(0 7Defrost (3) after first half of time. k
&
E
Breads, fcd’ies
Eli-cador buns (1-lb.) 4to6
4[05
5to7
4107
4[()6
34to2
4to 6
none
none
none
none
none
none
none
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
4(0 5
3[()-1
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
none
none
(
Let stand 10to 20 minutes. I
Defrost (3) Removefrom foil pan if necessary.Let stand 10minutes.none
Removefrom foil pan if necessary. Let stand 10minutes.
Removefrom foil pan if necessary. Let stand 20 to 30
minutes.
4(()5
6to 9Defrost (3) Defrost (3)
none
none
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (3)
Defrost (?J)
Let stand 10minutes.
Let stand 15to 25 minutes.
Let stand 25 to 35 minutes.
1‘1(’511(10[() 10[)1.)7[() 10 noIle IXfrost (3) Remove foil or metal. Place package in oven. After
minimum time, break up with fork. Repeat if necessary.
,$ t>!‘l;l~ti. p(NIL’11(1(~-(lf’.pl~+l.).5[()7Ilonc Defrost (3) Place package in oven. Flex package once.
.-— .—.... . ———”.——
-——---
.. .——.—-...-.--———
—
.
-
-.
-—
..... .—-——

1. Mostconveniencefoodscanbe reheatedbymicrowaveonly,sincetheyare alreadycooked.Alwaysuse microwavesafe cookware(glassor
plastic). Forfoodsneedingbrowningor crisping, conventionalbakingis recommended.
2, Removefoodfrom foilcontainersover3/4-in. high.
Food container cover Power Level&mm? comments
Appethxm &Smlcks
Pastry bites Microwave No High(10) 2to4min.
safedish
Frozenprepared Papertowel No High (l@) 2to 3min.
sandwiches per sandwich
Frozeneggor Microwave No High (10) 3% to 5min.
pizza rolls safedish
(6ti to7%-oz.pkg.)
Cannedsausage Microwave Waxpaper High (10) 3to 4min.
(5-oz. can) safedish
Fish sticks Microwave No High (10) 6to 8min.
(6 to 8-oz. pkg.) safedish
Pizza, frozen Microwave No Meal-High(7) 4to6min.
(individualsize) safe dish
Placeon trivet indish.
Removefrompackagepouchandwrap in
paper towel. Rotate 1/2turn after half of
time.
Place ontrivet in microwavesafedish.
Drain andcut intobite-size pieces.
Add 1/2cup chili or cocktail sauce.
Place on trivet in dish. Let stand2minutes.
Place ontrivet indish.
Eggs&cheese
Scrambled egg
substitute
(8%-oz. carton)
Cheese souffle
(12-oz.pkg.)
Scrambled eggs
hrcukfast (6!4-oz.)
with sausage and
hash brownpotatoes
Microwave
safedish
Microwave
safe pie
plate and
custard cups
Package
paper tray
No Defrost (3) 5%to 6% min. ToDefrost: Defrost incarton 4fi minutes.
Pour intocasserole. Break up ice and defrost
2yzminutes longer.
Meal-High(7) 6to 7min. ToCook: Stir after 2minutes, thenevery
minuteuntil desired firmness.
No Defrost (3) 7Yzto 11min. ToDefrost: Place in pie plate. Stir twice.
Meal-High(7) 8to 9min. ToCook: Divide between 3or 4buttered
custard cups, 6to 7-oz.Rearrange after 6
minutes. Souffles are done whencenter is
almost set.
Pkg. cover Meal-High(7) 4to 6min. Removepaper tray from carton. Turn back
clear film to exposepotatoes.
Cratl, shrimp or Packa:c
Iobstcr ncwburg ~)oudl
(6 H-w, )
Fish &chips Pxkuge tray
(5 to I’1-oz.)or micr(nvww
sfifcdish
Deviled crfibcakes Micrmvuve
(()-w, )safe [iish
BICWIQLIfish i%ficr(wavc
(.5to 10-()/!) S2fL! dish
No High (10) 5to6min. Place pouch in microwavesafe dish.
Puncture pouch with fork to vent. Stir before
serving.
No High (10) 5to 8min. Distribute evenlyon trivet in microwavesafe
dish.
No High (10) 3‘~ to5min. Distribute evenlyon trivet in microwavesafe
dish. Rearrange after half of time.
No High (10) 5m8min. Distribute evenlyon trivet in microwavesafe
dish, or line with paper towels. Rearrange
after half of time.
Lidor plas[ic Stir meat pieces andspoonsauce overafter half
t’?’rql.D()not High (10) 4to 10min. of time. If pouch package is used, puncture
(.[)L’L!I”~?oucfl.IHigh(10) Sto 18min. Jvithfork to vent. Do notcover pouch.
i.id High (10) 11to 15min. Addcooked, drained hamburger. Stir after
7minutes.
C:irii)rlor Removefoilcover.Removebrowtkicor cobbler
pliistic ~.~
i“ii~ High (10) 10to 12min. dessert to custard cup: cover and microwave
Hi~h (Itl) 8to 12min. on MediumHigh (7) 1Yzto 3minutes. Replace
dinner in carton or cover with plastic wrap.
Let stand 2or 3rninutcs before serving.
——.. —. ———..-.-.. . ----

Food container am’r PowerLevd &‘rime comments
Pasta, Rice
Cannedspaghetti, Microwave Lid or High(10) 5to 7min. Stir beforeserving.
etc. (16-02.)safedish plastic wrap
Frozenriceinpouch Pouch No High(10) 8to 10min. Placepouchin microwavesafedish. Puncture
(10-02.) pouchwithforkto vent. Stirbeforeserving.
Frozenmacaroni&Microwave Lid or Stirbeforeserving.
cheese, spaghetti safedish plastic wrap
(8to 14-oz.) Meal-High(7) 12to 17min.
(~()-()z.) Meal-High(7) 16to 18min. .-
Frozenlasagna Microwave Lid or Rotateevery 15minutes.Let stand5minutes
(1OJA-OZ.) safedish plastic wrap Medium(5) 20to 26min. beforeserving.
(21-OZ.) Medium(5) 34to 37min.
Rmhy Place inmicrowavesafedish. Cover;stir
2% to4min. after half oftime.
4to 6min.
Canned
(5 to 1OYZ-OZ.)
(14to 24-OZ.)
Microwave Lid or
safe dish plastic wrap High (10)
High (10)
Pouch No High (10) 4to 6min. PIacepouch in microwavesafe dish. Slit
pouchbeforemicrowaving.
7to 14min. Stir or rotate after 5min.
Frozenpouch
(5 m6Y2-OZ.)
Frozen maindish
(12-OZ.pkg.)Microwave No Meal-High(7)
safedish If label does not state “fully cooked;’check
5to6min. for doneness.
10to 14min.
Frozenfriedchicken
(~pieces)
(1-lb.----lk)6pieces)
Microwave No
safe dish High (10)
High (10)
*%::= Saw!s, ‘GE-wit%
e
-“.+.->”
—a=% canned Microwave Lid or High (]0) 5to 6min. Stir after half oftime.
(10to 16-oz.; safe dish plastic wrap
Place on microwavetrivet or dish. Rearrange
after half of time.
Frozen breaded
(7 to 8-W.)Microwave safedish No High (10)
High (10)
5to 8min.
9to 12min. Puncture pouch with fork2to 3times. FIex
pouchbefore serving.
INO
Plas[ic p(Wh
Place undrained vegetables in microwave
safe dish, Cover.
hlicrowavc
sofc(Iish Lid or
plastic wrap High (10)
High (10)
High (10)
High (10)
3to4min.
5to 6min.
7to 9min.
2Xto 7min. Followpackage instructions. Cover. After
heating,briskly stir inpotatoes,addingextra 1
or 2tablespoonsdry mix. Heat 1to2minutes.
ToDefrost: Place souffle in pie plate.
ToCook: Diviue between4custard cups.
Soufflesare done whencenters are almostset.
I?liciT)\\’il\’C
saftidish
7to 10min.
6to 7min.
No Defrost (3)
Mml-High(7)
Removeany foil, Rotateafter half of time.
P(l[:l[tk’s: I’ulkl’(i.
>.[[1w+ .1“1”(1/(:11
(I [()2)
(.{[()4) Hi@3(10)
High (10) 9to 14min.
16to 22 min.
I
i
.
.-———-——..“.—.———.....-
-—-
.
-
.—.——

1. Alwaysuse microwavesafecookware(plasticor glass).
2. See guidebelowfor specific instructions.After two-thirdsofcookingtime, turn meat over.Shieldwithfoilanybonetips, thinmeatareas or
portions that are starting toovercook.
3. Standingtime: Allowabout 10minutesstandingtime for most roastsbeforecarving.
Food cmtaimrcover Power Level &The comments
Beef’
Groundcrumbled Casserole No Stir every2minutes. Addsauceor casserole
(for casseroles ingredientsand finish. Tocook frozenblock,
or soup) microwave12to 15minutes,breakingupand
(Mb.) High(10) 7to 9min. stirring every5minutes.
(1%-lbs.) High(10) 10to 12min.
Meatballs Pie plate Waxpaper High (10) 9to 10min. Arrangearoundedgeofdish. Rotatedish 1/4
(1-lb.) or 8-in. turnafter half oftime.
rounddish
Patties 8-in. square Waxpaper If desired, add browningsauce. Let patties
(4 patties per lb.) glass dish stand, covered,2minutes.
(1to 2patties) (with trivet High (10) 3% to 5min.
(3 to4patties) if desired) High(10) 6% to 8min.
or ceramic
dinner plate (For 1to 2patties, use paper plate lined withdouble thicknesspaper towels.)
Meat loaf Pie plate or Plastic wrap
(round Joaf) loaf dish High(10) 29to 31min. Let stand 10minutesafter cooking.
(loaf shape) Meal-High(7) 36to42 min. Shieldendsof 1oafwith foiltoprevent
overcookinglast 15minutes.
Rmsts
Pot roasts
(llp to 3-lbs.)
Tendcf roasts (rib,
high quality rump,
sirloin tip)
(up to 3-lbs.)
MA shoulder,
bonclw
(Upt{)3-lhs.)
1.;imb, bOJIC in,
!-hlnk 11:11f
(.3-111$,)
2-qt,casserole
or 8-in,
square dish
8-in. square
dish and
trivet
8-in. squtirc
(fishund
trivcl
(l-in. squdrr
dish and
trivc(
8-in. square
dish
Lid or High (10), 13min.
waxpaper then
Low(3) 30to 35 min.
per lb.
Waxpaper Medium (5) Min. Internal
per lb. Temp.
Rare 10to 12 115°to 125°
Medium 12to 15 125°to 140°
Well 15to 18 140°to 155°
Waxpaper Medium (5) 16to 171Amin.
per lb,
Waxpaper Medium (5) Min. Internal
pel”H3. “~emp.
Medium 1lYJ(0 13 130°
Welldone 17to 19 170°
wax[Mpcr Medium (5) Nlin, Internal
per lb, Temp.
Medium 14 130°
W]] done 17to 19 170°
Brush withbrowningsauce and add 1/2cup
water per poundof meat. Coverwith lid or
waxpaper. Turnover after half of time. Add
vegetablesif desired after half of time.
Re-coverand finish.
Start meat fat or cut sidedown. Rotate 1/2
turn after half oftime. Let meat stand 10to
15minutesbefore carving. If desired, brush
withbrowningsauce beforecooking.
Turn overafter half of time.
Turn over after half of time. Shieldend of
shank bone with foilduring first half of time.
Turn over after half oftime. Shield smaller
end of roast with foilduring last half of
cooking.
.,—
.,
,, ‘y!2!3j
J~::;~;-: &
{.‘hop isL’lltlL’ts 131”ml’11‘N No Preheat Brown ‘NSear dish 6to 8minutes.
Iito 2) Sc:irdisil High (10) 7to 9min. Turn choplcutlct over2fteI”~ITIiIIUtCS.
per lb.
(~to i) High (10) 8to ]0 min.
per ib.
-,-.-.,... . .. ...-
,.-.’
‘“\
1
/’
----...

mod containercover Power Level i%Tim! comments
Fbrk
Bacon
Porksausage
patties (raw)
(%-lb.–4 patties)
Porkiink sausage
(raw)
Canadianbacon
(2 slices)
(4 slices)
(6 slices)
Porkchops
(2–!4 to %-lb.)
(3–?” (0 Mb.)
(4–1 to Ifi-lb.)
Porkroast
(Up to 3-lbs.)
Canned ham
(3-lbs,)
Shankor butt half.
fully cooked
(up to 3-lbs.)
Ham loaf
Ham slims &steaks
(Up [o 3-lbs.)
Microwave
safe plate
Microwave
safe utensil
Microwave
safe utensil
Microwave
safe utensil
Microwave
safe dinner
plate or 8-in.
square dish
Microwave
safe 8-in.
square dish
cmtrivet
8-in. square
dish
8-in. square
dish
6-cup
ring mold
8-in square
dish
Papertowel
Waxpaper
Waxpaper
Waxpaper
Plastic wrap
Cookingbag
Plastic wrap
Plastic wrap
Plastic wrap
Waxpaper
High(10)
High(10)
High(10)
High (10)
High (10)
High (10)
Medium (5)
Medium (5)
Medium (5)
Medium (5)
Medium (5)
Medium (5)
Medium (5)
Medium (5)
1to 1%min.
per slice
8to 9% min.
%to 1min.
per link
1to 1Y2min.
1%to 2min.
2to 3min.
10to 14min.
14to 16min.
17to 21min.
20 to24 min.
per lb.
14to 16min.
per lb.
16to 18min.
per lb.
20to 25 min.
11to 13min.
per lb.
Arrangein singlelayeronpaper towelsor on
trivet set indish.
Arrangeinsinglelayer.Rearrangeafter half
oftime.
Arrange in singlelayer.Rearrangeafter half
oftime.
Arrange in singlelayer.
Brushwithbarbecue sauceor browning
agent, if desired. Let standcovered5to 10
minutesbeforeserving. Rotatedish 1/2turn
after haif oftime.
Tieend ofbag securely.Do notuse metal
twist ties.
Tie ham. Shieldaroundtopcut edgeswith
l-inch strip of foil. Place on trivet.
Shieldedgeofham with l-in. wide strip of
foil. Add 1/4cupwaterandcover.Let stand
5to 10minutesbeforecarving.
Let stand5minutesbeforeserving. If aglaze
is desired, spoonpineapple or apricot
preserves overcookedham loaf afew
minutesbefore serving.
Turnoverafter half oftime.
and
1, N()t’overis needed, cxcep[ ihr [hick, chunky spaghetti sauce.
2. Iklicrtwuvcdsauces do INJLneed to bc stirred constantly but most should be whiskci vigorously with wire wi~iskonce or twice while
fl]icr(w)wing.
.1.Wrv h;~~ktvhitc sil[]~’t’ by addinp L’INXSC. egg j’oliw,cream or dry milk soiids. Add flour with mayonnaiseor wine.
{irm’icsLImisauces G]WS111{’N1lI”C N(} 1cup: High (iO) -1to 5Vimin. Microwavefat, tlour and salt together to
Illic”kt’tic(l with II[mr or bow’] melt and biend. Whisk in liquid and finish
[)rt“[}rfl:\l:lrt.sh cooking. Increase timeIto2minutesper
additional cup of sauce.
‘1’l)in.Ii~illi(lso{]~’cs c;li\cr(llc ;Qo 1cup: High (iO) -1to 5min. Addcornstarch-water mixture to heated
({111jll>,Cliltll.~’t~”.)ingredients. Stir well and microwaveto
finish.
h\L’llL’tlhllt(L.1” (;\~!\s111C:15111’C N(1 IA Lwp: l-iigh(iO) ?’?[0 1min. Microwavebutter just to melt. For clarified
S:llIL’(’S butter, bring to boil then let stand until
(‘l:! r’if’i~xl Il\ll[cr 1; cup: Hi$l (iO) ~l,:?to ~l~]jll. layers separate. Pour off and use clear top
layer.
“[’1}11’1.sjxIf:ill’[[i. {’:liw’r~>l(:. 1;’s ?cup>:Hi~il(10) 4[(J7nlin. Stir ingredients together then microwave,
“\ I>LI[’11~:(’[1~’{)1’ l;lr;:” h);’ Istirring after half of tirnc. Let stand 5to 10
},\’,L’L’t~$[1~][“$;]~lL’L’.’i minutes to develop flavor.
.—.-. _....—-.—..——...-+..-..--—..-..==..-——..—........
—————.... ..——.——-—...—

.. .. . ... ......... .. -..-—-.--- -,..>.
.,.” ..,..,, =.7...—.-.<,=— .—..,----- . . ~. . . . . . . . . . ,., . . —..,.
-...., .— ~.a~+=T~.w7:a.....=-..w ............,..ZZ
----, ’,--,—,-.=~=,,
-~,-------
:.--:=-
....
LUsemicrowavetrivet for turkeybreast andother small poultry as notedbelow.
2. Let chickenand other smallpoultry standafter microwavingfor upto 10minutes.
Food Conmer cover Power bvel &mme Commenfi
Pieces PIateor 8-in, Waxpaper High (10) 3to 5min. Brush withbrowningsauce if desired.
squaredish per piece Arrange in singlelayerincookingdish so
thickestmeatypieces are near edgesofdish.
>
Whole
Unstuffed 8-in. square Oven-proof High (10) 10to 12min. Brush withbrowningsauce if desired. Add
(Upto5-lbs.) dish cookingbag per lb. 1/3cup water to cookingbag. Slit bag near
or waxpaper closure to vent. Do notuse metal tie on bag.
Stuffed 8-in. square Waxpaper Meal-High(7) 18to 21min. Cookbreast side up. Or, place chickenbreast
dishwithtriv~ per lb. up indish and coverwithwaxpaper.
Hem
Whole (stuffed 8-in. square Waxpaper High (10) 9to 11min. Place breast side upindish.
or unstuffd) dish per lb.
Halves 8-in. square Waxpaper High (10) 10to 12min. Arrange breast side up in dish, onbed of
dish per lb. stuff@, if desired. .—
8-in. square Waxpaper Meal-High(7) 17to 20 min. Rotate 1/2turn after half oftime. Brush with .-
(3 to4-lbs.) dishandtrivet per lb. butter and browningsauce, Let stand 10 .-
minutes.
mh 0
‘.—~-
‘=4=”
A-, -
1. Fish is done when it flakes easily with afork. Center may still be slightly translucent, but will continue cooking as fish standsafewminutes y+~g
after cooking.
2. Cook fish with or without sauce. Atight cover steams fish, or use alighter cover of waxpaper or paper towelfor less steaming.
3. Do not overcookfish. Check at minimum time.
RH3d Chw’ Pmwr Level&Time comments
Fish
Filicts or steaks $ino square Waxpaper or High (10) 8to 10min. Microwaveuntil fish flakes easily. Let stand
(1-Jb.) dish plastic wrap 3minutes before serving.
Whole fish 8-in. square Plastic wrap High (10) 5to 7min. Shield head and thintail with aluminum foil.
dish pcr lb. Let stand 3minutes before serving.
Oys[crs, clams Pic pJa[c[Jr Plastic wrap High (10) 3to 4min. AIT’angein CirC]C. ~-
(6) shallow dish i
$hr.imp,peeled Pie platu or Plastic wrup High (lo) 5to 6min. Stir once du~ingcooking.
(1-11).) ~hiillowdish
Shi<imp,unpeeled [-
2-qt. Lid or High (lo) 5?4 to 7min. Stir twice during cooking. i
(/-11).) cassmolc plastic wrap ~
\
... . .. ...
i
*
I
,
.—--

I!iggs
I, prepare eggs manywaysinthemicrowaveoven(see below).Alwayspierce wholeyolksbeforemicrowavingtopreventbursting.
2. Neverhardcookeggsinthe shell, anddonot reheat in-shellhardcookedeggs.Theycouldexplode.
3. Cookeggsjust untilset. Theyare delicateandcan toughenif Overcooked”
Food ~o~tie~ cover ~ow~~ bvel d%~f~~ Commenb
Eggs
Scrambled
Basiceggs
Poachedeggs
(4 maximum)
Fluff) omelet
(3 eggs)
Quick
Glass
measuring
cupor
casserole
Buttered
custard cup
1x-qt.
casserole
9-in. pieplate
Microwave
safe I-qt.
measure and
No Meal-High(7)
Plastic wrap Medium(5)
Casserole High (10)
lid
High (10)
No High (10)
Medium (5)
No High (10)
High (10)
1%to2% min.
per egg
1%to2% min
per egg
6to 8min.
Boil2cups
water
1%to 2min.
per egg
Melt butter
1%min.
8to 9min.
Filling:
8to9min.
Quiche:
9-in. quiche 14to 17min.
dish
Place 1teaspoonbutter per eggindish.
Microwaveat High(10)until melted.
Scramblethe eggswiththebutter and 1
tablespoonmilkper egg.Place inovenand
microwavefor halfoftotaltime. Stir set
portions from theoutsidetothe center.
Finishcooking.Allowtostand 1or 2minutes.
Puncture membraneof yolkto prevent
bursting. Rearrangeif necessary.
Heat 2cups hottap water 6to 8minutes
coveredon High(10).Breakeggsontoplate,
puncturemembrane. Slipeggsgentlyinto
water. Cover.Cookaccordingto guide.
Removewith slotted spoon.
Place pie plate on invertedsaucer. Push
cookedportion to center. Cookuntil partially
set. Sprinkle cheese overomelet. Microwave
1At. 1minuteuntil cheese is slightlymelted.
Combineand microwavefilling, stirring
every2minutes. Pourfilling intoprecooked
shell. Microwaveadditionaltime shownat
left.
ef$fjpj~~~~~~
Fondue Microwave Coveror High (10) Toheat wine Use 1cup wine and 3tablespoons flour per
safe 2-qt.dish plastic wrap 5min. poundof shredded cheese. Addcheese, flour
Meal-High(7) 5to 7min. and seasoningsto hot wine and microwave
at Med-Hi~h (7), stirring every minute,
until smoo~h.
—-
1,(‘1-LISI(>11t)rcatis will he sof[. Outside color of fbods will bc same as color of batter (outsides will notbrown). If desired, sprinkle topof batter
\Y
i(ll ciIlllLllllorl-Slll::il. 1]1ixturc, ctmppcd nutsor other topping t’brbrowncolor. Or, increase browncolor on upside downbreads bylining dish
tlcli)rt llliCI”(l\\’il\’ill~l \\ith I)r(wll sug:~r carulll~l mixture.
‘CWer P(W$X l.Awl &The Commel-m
K’{md
(’ol”iil! L’:lkcs 8-in, rt>(lmi N() High (10) 8to 9min.
dish
Sto ‘}-in.
[Ub~dish~’ IN() Meal-High(7) 11to 13min. For flavorful brownedtopping, sprinkle
cooking dish with finely chopped canned
French fried onions before microwaving.
Turn out of pan upside downto serve.
N!{) Use microwavemuffin container or
Hiyh (10) Xto 1rnin. homemade muffin cups (made bycutting
Hi@l(10) IY?to 3min. downpaper hot drink cups).
Hi~h(10 2[04min.
p.J,)hlc~i-High !7) 14[()16min. Rotate 1/4turn after 8minutes. When done,
toothpick inserted in center will come out
clwm. Let stand 15minutes before turning
out of dish. Cool.
...—-———..... ——

.......=.._
H~-=,lM,- ti.
---",,..=-- =+zeTG.+==7-5 .-.-+.:: -.+--- +..;
T,
.-
‘
1.Alwaysuse microwavesafecookware(glass or plastic).
2. Usehottesttap wateras directedbelow;there is less evaporationinamicrowaveoven.Add 1to2teaspoonssaltand 1teaspoonoil.
3, For rice or Minuterice, usethesameamountofwateras withconventionalboiling.Addregularamountsalt.
4. Coverpasta and rice tightlywhilemicrowaving,Whenusingplastic wrap, turn backonecorner to vent.
5. Stir or rearrangeafter half ofcookingtime, Drain pasta immediatelyafter microwaving.
6. Microwavetimes are about thesame as conventionalcooktimes.
Food Container Cover Power Level &Time Comments
Macaroni
(7(0 8-oz.)
Spaghetti
(7 to8-02.)
Eggnoodles
(s-oz.)
Rice, regular
longgrain (1cup)
Rice, packaged
precooked(Minute)
(1V2cups)
3-qt. straight
sidedbowl
3-qt. straight
sided bowl
3-qt. straight
sided bowl
2-qt.
casserole
2-qt.
casserole
Plastic wrap High(10) 13to 15min. Add3cups water.Stir after 10minutes.
For rotinitype, check for doneness after
10minutes.
Plastic wrap High(10) 13to 15min. Breakinhalf. Add3cups water.Stir after
10minutes.
Plastic wrap High(10) 11to 13min. Add4cups water. Stir after 7minutes. Time
isthe same for spinachor regular noodles.
Lid or High(10) 18min. Add 1%cups water.Stir after 12minutes.
plastic wrap Let stand, covered, 5minutesbefore serving.
Lidor High(IO) 7% min. Add 1Xcups water. Stir after 3minutes.
plastic wrap
1. Alwaysusc microwavesafe cookware(glass or plastic). Use large enough container to avoidspillover.
2. W.wtwithhottest tap waterto shorten cookingtime.
3, Do notcover ~prm’entsspillover).
4, For single serving, use l-quart casserole. Additionalservings will require larger container.
F’odl containercwel- Pow$x Level& m-w comments
Chtmcal, quick I-qt. cwserolc No High (10)
(1serving) 01”t)owl
NOTE: Tbrnicrow:ivcsingle-serving packet of instant oatmczd.Mow pack:ige
dircc[ions lhr amount of wa(crand microwaveat High (10)for 2to 2‘Arninutcs.
(‘1”(,’;1111
ofW’heal,I-qt.c:wim)lc N() High (10)
q[li~-k 01”tx)\vl
(1scn’in::)
3to 3Vzmin. Mix cereal, salt andhottest tap water before
microwaving.Stir before serving. For 6
servings, usc 3-qt. casserole.
3to 4min.
3to4min.
4to 5min.
~to jm~n.
lH to 2min.
Increase casserole size for more than onc
serving. Increase time about 2minutes for
each additional serving youare cooking.
Mix ccrcal with hottest lap water. Increase
casscrolc size and micmwavctime by2
minlitcs pcr addition:d serving.
Mix cereal with hottest tap water. Usc 2-qt.
casserole for more than 1serving. Increase
time 1to 2minutes pcr additional serving.
Mix cereal with hottcs[ tap water. Usc 2-qt.
casserole for more than 1serving and
increase microwavetime by2 minutes pcr
additional scrving.
Mix ccrcal with hottest tap water. Use 2-qt.
casserole fbr more than 1serving. Incrcasc
time ahout 1minute pcr additional serving.
-)ifl
————-......———... -—
I
1
1
———