GE Spacemaker CVM2072 User manual

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . 2–7
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . .37–40
Cooking Features . . . . . . . . .12–18
Defrosting Features . . . . . . .21–27
EasyGuide™Menu System . . . . . .9
Help Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Home Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Microwave Oven Features . . . . . .8
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28–32
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . .33, 35
Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Reheating Features . . . . . . . .19–20
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . .41
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . Back Cover
Product Registration . . . . . . . . .43
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
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Microwave Oven
350A4502P610 05-07 ATS
CVM2072
Owner’s Manual
Spacemaker
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ________________
Serial # __________________
Find these numbers on a label
on the left front when the door
is open.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.

• This microwave oven is UL listed for
installation over electric and gas ranges.
• This microwave oven is not approved or
tested for marine use.
• Read and follow the specific precautions in
the Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to
Excessive Microwave Energy section on
page 2.
• This appliance must be grounded. Connect
only to properly grounded outlet. See the
Grounding Instructions section on page 7.
• Install or locate this appliance only in
accordance with the provided Installation
Instructions.
• Do not mount this appliance over a sink.
• This over-the-range oven was designed for use
over ranges no wider than 91 cm (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. If the power cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by General Electric Service
or an authorized service agent using a power
cord available from General Electric.
• Do not cover or block any openings on the
appliance.
• Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use
corrosive chemicals or vapors in this
appliance. This microwave oven is specifically
designed to heat, dry or cook food, and is not
intended for laboratory or industrial use.
• 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.
• 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 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.
• See door surface cleaning instructions in the
Care and Cleaning of the microwave oven
section of this manual.
• This appliance should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel. Contact nearest
authorized service facility for examination,
repair or adjustment.
• As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
• Do not store anything directly on top of the
microwave oven surface when the microwave
oven is in operation.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire
or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. When using
electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

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VENT
FAN
The fan will operate automatically under
certain conditions (see Automatic Fan feature).
Take care to prevent the starting and
spreading 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
flaming pan on the surface unit by covering
the pan completely with a lid, cookie sheet or
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
microwave, turn the fan on.
• 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 adequate-sized
cookware and use high heat on surface units
only when necessary.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
ARCING If you see arcing, press the OFF pad and correct the problem.
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the
oven. Arcing is caused by:
• The metal shelf not installed correctly 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, poultry pins or
goldrimmed dishes, in the microwave.
• Recycled paper towels containing small metal
pieces being used in the microwave.

FOODS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
• Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven
unless in a special microwave popcorn
accessory or unless you use popcorn labeled
for use in microwave ovens.
•Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
containers—for example, closed jars—are
able to explode and should not be heated in
this microwave oven. Such use of the
microwave oven could result in injury.
• Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven.
Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will
cause it to burst, possibly resulting in injury.
• Operating the microwave with no food inside
for more than a minute or two may cause
damage to the oven and could start a fire. It
increases the heat around the magnetron and
can shorten the life of the oven.
• Foods with unbroken outer ‘‘skin’’ such as
potatoes, hot dogs, sausages, tomatoes,
apples, chicken livers and other giblets and
egg yolks should be pierced to allow steam to
escape during cooking.
• 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.
• 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 or
breast milk. The container may feel cooler
than the milk really is. Always test the milk
before feeding the baby.
• 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.
• Don’t defrost frozen beverages in narrow-
necked bottles (especially carbonated
beverages). Even if the container is opened,
pressure can build up. This can cause the
container to burst, possibly resulting in injury.
• Do not overcook potatoes. They could
dehydrate and catch fire, causing damage to
your oven.
• Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—meat to
at least an INTERNAL temperature of 71°C
(160°F) and poultry to at least an INTERNAL
temperature of 82°C (180°F). Cooking to
these temperatures usually protects against
foodborne illness.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE
Make sure all cookware used in your microwave
oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass
casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups,
custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware
which does not have metallic trim or glaze with
a metallic sheen can be used. Some cookware
is labeled “suitable for microwaving.”
• If you are not sure if
a dish is microwave-
safe, use this test:
Place in the oven
both the dish you
are testing and a
glass measuring cup
filled with 240 mL (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.
• If you use a meat thermometer while cooking,
make sure it is safe for use in microwave
ovens.
• 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 manual. TV
dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less
than 19 mm (3/4”) high; remove the top foil
cover and return the tray to the box. When
using foil in the microwave oven, keep the
foil at least 25 mm (1 inch) away from the
sides of the oven.
• 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.
• Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers.
• Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in
microwave ovens. Check the package for
proper use.
• 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
transferred from the heated food. Pot holders
may be needed to handle the cookware.
• “Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly closed
plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented
as directed by package. If they are not, plastic
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:
1Use microwave-safe plastics only and use
them in strict compliance with the cookware
manufacturer’s recommendations.
2Do not microwave empty containers.
3Do not permit children to use plastic
cookware without complete supervision.
How to test for a
microwave-safe dish

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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 outlet that is
properly installed and grounded.
Consult a qualified electrician or service
technician if the grounding instructions are
not completely understood, or if doubt exists
as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it
is your personal responsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a properly grounded
3-prong wall outlet.
Do not under any circumstances cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
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 electrician or service technician
install an outlet near the appliance.
For best operation, plug this appliance into its
own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of
lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit
breaker.
OPTIONAL
KITS
Filler Panel Kits
JX40WH—White
JX41—Black
When replacing a 91 cm (36”) range hood,
filler panel kits fill 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
7,6 cm (
3” )
-wide filler panels.
Filter Kits
JX81H—Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit
Filter kits are used when the microwave oven
cannot be vented to the outside.
Available at extra cost from your GE supplier.
JX81H
JX40, JX41

Microwave Oven Features
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Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
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Features of
the
microwave
oven
1 Door Handle. Pull to open the door. The
door must be securely latched for the
microwave to operate.
2 Door Latches.
3 Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows
cooking to be viewed while keeping
microwaves confined in the oven.
4 Active Vent (on some models). The vent
door swings open when the fan operates
and closes when the fan shuts off.
5 Shelf. Lets you microwave several foods at
once. Food microwaves best when placed
directly on the turntable.
Only use the shelf when reheating on more
than one level. Do not store the shelf inside
the oven cavity.
6 Touchscreen Display. Press the graphics on
the interactive display to use the oven
features.
If the Touchscreen is dark, press HOME or
the Touchscreen, or open the door to
access the menu.
7 Cooktop Light.
8 Grease Filters.
9 Removable Turntable. Turntable and
support must be in place when using the
oven. The turntable may be removed for
cleaning.
10 Side Stirrer. Helps circulate microwaves
throughout the oven cavity for consistent
heating and defrosting. Do not remove the
cover from the side stirrer.
NOTE: Rating plate is located on the left front
when the door is open. Oven vent(s) and oven
light are located on the inside walls of the
microwave oven.

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Using the
EasyGuide
™
Menu System
Example: Setting a timed cooking program
REHEAT
OPTIONS
DEFROST
POPCORN
CUSTOM 2
30 SEC
EXPRESS
CUSTOM 1
COOK
BACK
DELAY
TIME COOK
1 & 2
MELTSOFTEN
SELECT
BEVERAGES
SELECT
FOOD
TIME COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
START
COOK TIME
ADD
30 SEC
POWER
LEVEL
10
TIME REMAINING
3:30
SUMMARY
Select COOK from the touchscreen.
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3:30
ENTER COOK TIME
When cooking is
finished, remove the
food from the oven.
EasyGuide™Menu System
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The easy-to-use touchscreen system
automatically leads you through each step of
the cooking process.
It lets you select as many or as few options as
you need for the results you want.
Select TIME COOK from the
touchscreen.
Enter the cooking time
using the numbers on
the touchscreen. Press
ENTER when finished
or CLEAR to erase the
time you entered.
The Summary Screen
will allow you to add
30 seconds to the
cooking program, or
change the power
level during cooking
(on some functions).
Check to make sure
the time and power
level are correct, and
press START on the
touchscreen.

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OPTIONS
POPCORN
CUSTOM 2
30 SEC
EXPRESS
CUSTOM 1
DEFROST
REHEAT
COOK
HOME
Feature Description
COOK Press to cook by time, or by microwave sensor food selection.
See “Cooking Features.”
REHEAT Press to choose from a variety of foods for reheating. See “Reheat Features.”
DEFROST Press to defrost foods by time, weight or food type. See “Defrost Features.”
CUSTOM 1 and Press for one-touch access to several of the oven’s cooking functions.
CUSTOM 2 Cooking functions can be customized using OPTIONS.
OPTIONS Press to set microwave options and features. See “Microwave Options.”
• Set the clock
• Set a Reminder
• Set the beeper volume
• Set the custom functions available on
the Home Screen
• Set the timer
• Set the Auto Nite Light
• Turn the turntable on or off
• Set the charcoal filter reminder
• Set options for the touchscreen
display
Features of the
Home Screen
If the touchscreen
is dark, press
HOME or the
touchscreen to
access the menu.
Home Screen
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The Home Screen is the starting point for
setting any cooking or defrost program, or for
setting microwave options.
You can reach the Home Screen at any time by
pressing the HOME pad below the touchscreen.

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Variable Power
Levels 1–10
Changing the Power Level
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The power level may be entered or changed
immediately after entering the feature time for:
• Time Cook
• Time Defrost
• Express Cook
• Reheating Pizza, Casserole or Rice
The power level may also be changed during
time countdown.
1 From the Home Screen, select COOK,
DEFROST or REHEAT.
2 From the Cook Screen, select TIME COOK
or EXPRESS. From the Defrost Screen,
select BY TIME. From the Reheat Screen,
select PIZZA, CASSEROLE or RICE.
3 Enter the cooking or defrosting time and
press ENTER, or select a reheat food type.
4 On the Summary Screen, press POWER
LEVEL.
5 Using the arrow pads, select desired power
level 1–10.
6 Press ENTER to enter the new power level
or CANCEL to cancel your selection.
Variable power levels add flexibility to your
microwave cooking. The power levels on your
microwave oven can be compared to the
surface units on a range. Each power level gives
you microwave energy a certain percent of the
time. Power level 7 is microwave energy 70% of
the time. Power level 3 is microwave energy
30% of the time. Most cooking will be done on
High (power level 10) which gives you 100%
power.
Power level 10 will cook faster but food may
need more frequent stirring, rotating or
turning over. A lower setting will cook more
evenly and need less stirring or rotating of the
food.
Some foods may have better flavor, texture or
appearance if one of the lower settings is used.
Use a lower power level when cooking foods
that have a tendency to boil over, such as
scalloped potatoes.
Rest periods (when the microwave energy
cycles off) give time for the food to “equalize”
or transfer heat to the inside of the food. An
example of this is shown with power level 3—
the defrost cycle. If microwave energy did not
cycle off, the outside of the food would cook
before the inside was defrosted.
Here are some examples of uses for various
power levels:
POWER LEVEL BEST USES
High 10 Fish, bacon,
vegetables,
boiling liquids.
Med-High 7 Gentle cooking of
meat and poultry;
baking casseroles
and reheating.
Medium 5 Slow cooking and
tenderizing such as
stews and less tender
cuts of meat.
Low 3 Defrosting without
cooking; simmering;
delicate sauces.
Warm 1 Keeping food warm
without overcooking;
softening butter.
ENTERCANCEL
10
HIGHER
LOWER
POWER LEVEL

Press Enter Option
EXPRESS Amount of cooking time—
Starts immediately!
TIME COOK Amount of cooking time.
SELECT FOOD Food type, food weight/ More done/Less done
quantity (some food types)
SELECT BEVERAGES Beverage type—Starts immediately!
SOFTEN Food type.
MELT Food type, food weight.
TIME COOK 1 & 2 Amount of cooking time and
power level for first and second
cooking programs.
DELAY Cooking or defrosting function
and time of day to start.
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DELAY
TIME COOK
1 & 2
MELTSOFTEN
SELECT
BEVERAGES
SELECT
FOOD
TIME COOK
EXPRESS
COOK
Features of the
COOK Screen
NOTE: Do not use
the metal shelf
when using the
features found in
Select Food or Select
Beverage.
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The Cook Screen allows you to choose from a
variety of functions to microwave by time or
with the sensor features.

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TIME COOK
Time Cook
Cooking Features
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Time Cook allows you to microwave for any
time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but
you may change it for more flexibility.
1 From the Home Screen, select COOK.
2 From the Cook Screen, select TIME COOK.
3 Enter the cooking time using the numbers
on the touchscreen. Press ENTER when
finished or CLEAR to erase the time you
entered.
4 From the Summary Screen, select ADD 30
SEC if you wish to add 30 seconds to the
cook time, or select POWER LEVEL if you
don’t want full power.
5 Check to make sure the time and power
level are correct, and press START on the
touchscreen.
You may open the door during Time Cook to
check the food. Close the door and press
START to resume cooking.
Time Cook
1
& 2
Time Cook 1 & 2 lets you change power levels
automatically during cooking.
1 From the Home Screen, select COOK.
2 From the Cook Screen, select TIME
COOK 1 & 2.
3 Enter the first cooking time using the
numbers on the touchscreen. Press ENTER
when finished or CLEAR to erase the time
you entered.
4 Using the arrow pads, select desired power
level 1–10 for the first cooking time. Press
ENTER to enter the new power level or
CANCEL to cancel your selection.
5 Enter the second cooking time using the
numbers on the touchscreen. Press ENTER
when finished or CLEAR to erase the time
you entered.
6 Using the arrow pads, select desired power
level 1–10 for the second cooking time.
Press ENTER to enter the new power level
or CANCEL to cancel your selection.
7 Check to make sure the time and power
level are correct, and press START on the
touchscreen.
At the end of Time Cook 1, Time Cook 2
counts down.
TIME COOK
1 & 2

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Cooking
Guide for
Time Cook
Vegetable Amount Time Comments
Asparagus
(fresh spears) 450 g (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min., In 1.5 l (11¼2-qt.) oblong glass baking dish, place 60 ml (1/4 cup)
Med-High (7) water.
(frozen spears) 280 g (10-oz) package 5 to 7 min. In 1 l (1-qt.) casserole, place 30 ml (2 tablespoons) water.
Beans
(fresh green) 450 g (1 lb.) cut in half 9 to 11 min. In 1.5 l (11¼2-qt.) casserole, place 120 ml (1/2 cup) water.
(frozen green) 280 g (10-oz) package 6 to 8 min. In 1 l (1-qt.) casserole, place 30 ml (2 tablespoons) water.
(frozen lima) 280 g (10-oz) package 6 to 8 min. In 1 l (1-qt.) casserole, place 60 ml (1/4 cup) water.
Beets
(fresh, whole) 1 bunch 17 to 21 min. In 2 l (2-qt.) casserole, place 120 ml (1/2 cup) water.
Broccoli
(fresh cut) 1 bunch 570 to 680 g 7 to 10 min. In 2 l (2-qt.) casserole, place 120 ml (1/2 cup) water.
(11¼4to 11¼2lbs.)
(fresh spears) 1 bunch 570 to 680 g 9 to 13 min. In 2 l (2-qt.) oblong glass baking dish, place 60 ml (1/4 cup)
(11¼4to 11¼2lbs.) water.
(frozen, chopped) 280 g (10-oz) package 5 to 7 min. In 1 l (1-qt.) casserole, place 30 ml (2 tablespoons) water.
(frozen spears) 280 g (10-oz) package 5 to 7 min. In 1 l (1-qt.) casserole, place 45 ml (3 tablespoons) water.
Cabbage
(fresh) 1 medium head about 8 to 11 min. In 1.5 or 2 l (11¼2- or 2-qt.) casserole, place 60 ml (1/4 cup)
900 g (2 lbs.) water.
(wedges) 7 to 10 min. In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place 60 ml (1/4 cup) water.
Carrots
(fresh, sliced) 450 g (1 lb.) 7 to 9 min. In 1.5 l (11¼2-qt.) casserole, place 60 ml (1/4 cup) water.
(frozen) 280 g (10-oz) package 5 to 7 min. In 1 l (1-qt.) casserole, place 30 ml (2 tablespoons) water.
Cauliflower
(flowerets) 1 medium head 9 to 14 min. In 2 l (2-qt.) casserole, place 120 ml (1/2 cup) water.
(fresh, whole) 1 medium head 10 to 17 min. In 2 l (2-qt.) casserole, place 120 ml (1/2 cup) water.
(frozen) 280 g (10-oz)package 5 to 7 min. In 1 l (1-qt.) casserole, place 30 ml (2 tablespoons) water.
Corn
(frozen kernel) 280 g (10-oz) package 5 to 7 min. In 1 l (1-qt.) casserole, place 30 ml (2 tablespoons) water.
Corn on the cob
(fresh) 1 to 5 ears 3 to 4 min. per ear In 2 l (2-qt.) oblong glass baking dish, place corn. If corn is in
husk, use no water; if corn has been husked, add 60 ml (1/4 cup)
water. Rearrange after half of time.
(frozen) 1 ear 5 to 6 min. Place in 2 l (2-qt.) oblong glass baking dish.
2 to 6 ears 3 to 4 min. per ear Cover with vented plastic wrap. Rearrange after half of time.
Mixed vegetables
(frozen) 280 g (10-oz) package 5 to 7 min. In 1 l (1-qt.) casserole, place 45 ml (3 tablespoons) water.
Peas
(fresh, shelled) 900 g (2 lbs.) unshelled 9 to 12 min. In 1 l (1-qt.) casserole, place 60 ml (1/4 cup) water.
(frozen) 280 g (10-oz) package 5 to 7 min. In 1 l (1-qt.) casserole, place 30 ml (2 tablespoons) water.
Potatoes
(fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes 170 to 225 g 9 to 12 min. Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes. Place in 2 l (2-qt.) casserole with
white) (6 to 8 oz) each 120 ml (1/2 cup) water. Stir after half of time.
(fresh, whole, 1 – 280 to 450 g (10 to 16 oz) 3 to 4 min. Pierce with cooking fork. Place in center of the oven.
sweet or white) Let stand 5 minutes.
Spinach
(fresh) 280 to 450 g (10 to 16 oz) 5 to 7 min. In 2 l (2-qt.) casserole, place washed spinach.
(frozen, 280 g (10-oz) package 5 to 7 min. In 1 l (1-qt.) casserole, place 45 ml (3 tablespoons) water.
chopped and leaf)
Squash
(fresh, summer 450 g (1 lb.) sliced 5 to 7 min. In 11¼2-qt. casserole, place 60 ml (1/4 cup) water.
and yellow)
(winter, acorn, 1 to 2 squash about 8 to 11 min. Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes.
butternut) 450 g (1 lb.). each In 2 l (2-qt.) oblong glass baking dish, place squash cut-side-down.
Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes.
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Express Cook
Cooking Features
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This is a quick way to set cooking time from
30 seconds to 6 minutes.
1 From the Home Screen, select COOK.
2 From the Cook Screen, select EXPRESS.
3 Select the cooking time from the
touchscreen. The oven starts immediately.
Microwave Sensor Features
• Popcorn
• Potato
• Chicken pieces
• Fresh vegetables
• Frozen vegetables
• Canned vegetables
• Ground meat
• Fish
• Rice
5 MIN
3 MIN
1 MIN
4 MIN
30 SEC
2 MIN
6 MIN
EXPRESS
Humidity
Sensor
Some microwave features are Sensor functions
that detect the increasing humidity released
during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts
the cooking time to various types and amounts
of food.
When using Sensor features, do not open the
oven door until time is counting down. If the
door is opened, close it and press START
immediately.
Do not use the Sensor Features twice in
succession on the same food portion—it may
result in severely overcooked or burnt food. If
food is undercooked after the countdown, use
TIME COOK for additional cooking time.
If you wish to adjust the cooking time, press
LESS DONE or MORE DONE within the first
30 seconds to reduce or add time.
• The proper containers and covers are
essential for best sensor cooking.
• Always use microwave-safe containers and
cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap.
Never use tight-sealing plastic covers—they
can prevent steam from escaping and cause
food to overcook.
• Be sure the outside of the cooking container
and the inside of the microwave oven are dry
before placing food in the oven. Beads of
moisture turning into steam can mislead the
sensor.
Covered
Vented
Dry off dishes so they
don’t mislead the sensor.

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Food Type Amount Comments
Popcorn 85–100 g (3.0–3.5 oz.) Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the
bag package is less than 85 g (3.0 oz.) or larger than 100 g (3.5 oz.).
Potato 225–900 g (8–32 oz.) Pierce skin with fork. Place potatoes on the turntable.
Chicken Pieces 2–8 pieces Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Fresh Vegetable 115–450 g (4–16 oz.) Add 60 ml (1/4 cup) water per serving. Cover with lid or
vented plastic wrap.
Frozen Vegetable 115–450 g (4–16 oz.) Follow package instructions for adding water. Cover with
lid or vented plastic wrap.
Canned Vegetable 115–450 g (4–16 oz.) Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Ground Meat 225–900 g (1/2–2 lbs.) Do not cover dish; drain and stir at signal.
Fish 115–450 g (4–16 oz.) Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Frozen Pizza 115–450 g (4–16 oz.)
Rice 120 to 480 mL) For long-cooking rice (not instant rice), follow package
(1/2 to 2 cups) instructions for addition of water. Use large dish; cover
with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Bacon 1 to 10 slices Layer slices in paper towels on a plate, 4 slices per layer
with paper towel between and one on top.
Eggs 1 to 12 eggs Place eggs in measuring cup or bowl. Stir after 1/2 time.
Microwaving by
Food Type
NOTE: Do not use
the metal shelf with
features found in
Select Food.
NOTE: Do not use
this feature twice in
succession on the
same food portion—
it may result in
severely overcooked
or burnt food.
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The Select Food feature gives you easy,
automatic results with a variety of foods (see
the Cooking Guide below).
1 Place covered food in the oven.
2 From the Home Screen, select COOK.
3 From the Cook Screen, choose SELECT
FOOD.
4 Select the food type from the touchscreen.
You can find additional food types by
pressing MORE at the bottom of the
touchscreen.
5 For Sensor features, the oven starts
immediately after selecting the food type.
6 For non-sensor features, enter the
description, weight or quantity. Press
ENTER after each entry or CLEAR to erase
the entry. Press START to begin cooking.
If food is undercooked after the countdown,
use TIME COOK for additional cooking time.
BACON
FISH
GROUND
MEAT
CANNED
VEGETABLES
EGGS
RICE
FROZEN
VEGETABLES
FROZEN
PIZZA
FRESH
VEGETABLES
CHICKEN
PIECES
POTATO
POPCORN
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Microwaving
Popcorn
NOTE: Do not use
the metal shelf when
microwaving
popcorn.
NOTE: Do not use
this feature twice in
succession on the
same food portion—
it may result in
severely overcooked
or burnt food.
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Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn
weighing 85 to 100 g (3.0 to 3.5 ounces).
1 Follow package instructions, using Time
Cook if the package is less than 85 g
(3.0 ounces) or larger than 100 g
(3.5 ounces). Place the package of popcorn
in the center of the microwave.
2 From the Home Screen, select COOK.
3 From the Cook Screen, choose SELECT
FOOD.
4 Select POPCORN from the touchscreen.
The oven starts immediately.
Do not open the oven door until time is
counting down. If the door is opened, close it
and press START immediately.
If food is undercooked after the countdown,
use TIME COOK for additional cooking time.
If you find that the brand of popcorn you use
underpops or overpops consistently, you can
add or subtract 20–30 seconds to the automatic
popping time.
To add time:
After pressing POPCORN, press MORE DONE
within the first 30 seconds after the oven starts
for an extra 20 seconds of cooking time. Press
MORE DONE again to add another 10 seconds
(total of 30 seconds additional time).
To subtract time:
After pressing POPCORN, press LESS DONE
within the first 30 seconds after the oven starts
for 20 seconds less cooking time. Press LESS
DONE again to reduce cooking time another
10 seconds (total of 30 seconds less time).
Microwaving by
Beverage Type
NOTE: Do not use
the metal shelf when
microwaving
beverages.
NOTE: Do not use
this feature twice in
succession on the
same food portion—
it may result in
severely overcooked
or burnt food.
The Select Beverage feature allows you to heat
a cup of coffee or other beverage.
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may
be very hot. Remove the container with care.
1 From the Home Screen, select COOK.
2 From the Cook Screen, press SELECT
BEVERAGE.
3 Select the beverage type from the
touchscreen. The oven starts immediately.
Do not open the oven door. If the door is
opened, close it and press START immediately.
If food is undercooked after the countdown,
use TIME COOK for additional cooking time.
HOT
CHOCOLATE
COFFEE
WATER
MILK
TEA
SELECT BEVERAGE

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MARSH-
MALLOW
BUTTER
2 STICKS
BUTTER
1 STICK
BUTTER
1/2 STICK
MELT
CHOCOLATE
CARAMEL
CHEESE
Using the Soften
Feature
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The Soften feature allows you to soften without
melting frozen or refrigerated foods.
Unwrap butter or cream cheese and place on
plate.
Make sure that foil covers are removed from
frosting or ice cream and place the container
in the oven.
1 From the Home Screen, select COOK.
2 From the Cook Screen, press SOFTEN.
3 Select the food type from the touchscreen.
4 Check to make sure the time is correct, and
press START on the touchscreen.
Using the
Melt Feature
The Melt feature allows you to melt foods for
cooking.
1 Place the unwrapped item into bowl.
The Chocolate melting feature is for up to
450 g (16 oz.) of chocolate morsels (chips).
2 From the Home Screen, select COOK.
3 From the Cook Screen, press MELT.
4 Select the food type from the touchscreen.
5 For all food types except Butter, enter the
food weight and press ENTER. Press CLEAR
if you want to clear your previous entry, or
press BACK to return to the previous screen.
6 Check to make sure the time is correct, and
press START on the touchscreen.
7 After removing food from the oven, stir well
to complete the melting process.
ICE CREAM
1 PINT
CREAM
CHEESE 8 OZ
ICE CREAM
1 QUART
CREAM
CHEESE 3 OZ
FROSTING
1 CAN
BUTTER
2 STICKS
BUTTER
1 STICK
BUTTER
1/2 STICK
SOFTEN
How to Delay
the Start of
Cooking
The Delay feature allows you to set the
microwave to delay the start times for Time
Cook, Time Cook 1 & 2, and Time Defrost, for
up to 24 hours.
1 From the Home Screen, select COOK.
2 From the Cook Screen, press DELAY.
3 Enter the time you want the oven to start.
(Be sure the microwave clock shows the
correct time of day.) Press ENTER when
finished or CLEAR to erase the time you
entered.
4 Select AM or PM. Press ENTER when
finished or BACK to enter a new time.
5 Select the cooking or defrosting feature you
wish to delay, then set the cooking or
defrosting program.
6 Check to make sure the Delay time is correct,
and press START on the touchscreen.
The start time will be displayed and will remain
until the oven automatically starts at the
delayed time.
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SOUP
CASSEROLEVEGETABLE
RICE
BEVERAGE
PLATE
PA S TA
PIZZA
REHEAT
Press Enter Option Comments
PLATE Starts immediately! More done/ Cover with lid or vented
Less done plastic wrap.
BEVERAGE Beverage type— Use wide mouth mug.
Starts immediately!
PIZZA, 1–4 slices Type of crust and Do not cover.
number of slices
PASTA, 225–340 g Starts immediately! More done/ Cover with lid or vented
(8–12 oz.) Less done plastic wrap.
VEGETABLE, 120–480 ml Starts immediately! More done/ Cover with lid or vented
(1/2–2 cups) Less done plastic wrap.
CASSEROLE, 240–960 ml Food amount Cover with lid or vented
(1–4 cups) plastic wrap.
RICE, 240–1200 ml Food amount Cover with lid or vented
(1/2–5 cups) plastic wrap.
SOUP, 235–710 ml Starts immediately! More done/ Cover with lid or vented
(8–24 oz.) Less done plastic wrap.
Features of the
REHEAT
Screen
NOTE: Do not use
the metal shelf when
reheating pasta,
vegetables,
beverages, soup or a
plate of leftovers.
NOTE: Do not use
Sensor Reheating
features twice in
succession on the
same food portion—
it may result in
severely overcooked
or burnt food.
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The Reheat Screen allows you to reheat single
servings of previously cooked foods or a plate
of leftovers.
Some Foods Not Recommended For Use
With Reheat:
It is best to use Time Cook for these foods:
• Bread products.
• Foods that must be reheated uncovered.
• Foods that need to be stirred or rotated.
• Foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface
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Convenience
Reheating
Features
Reheating Features
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Convenience reheating features microwave
according to food type, quantity and weight.
Use the convenience reheating features to
reheat:
• Pizza
• Casserole
• Rice
1 From the Home Screen, select REHEAT.
2 From the Reheat Screen, select the food type.
3 Depending on food type, enter the food
description, weight or quantity. Press
ENTER after each entry or CLEAR to erase
the entry.
4 Check to make sure the time and power
level are correct, and press START on the
touchscreen.
After removing food from the oven, stir, if
possible, to even out the temperature. If food
is not hot enough, use Time Cook to reheat for
more time. Reheated foods may have wide
variations in temperature. Some areas may be
extremely hot.
Sensor
Reheating
Features
NOTE: Do not use
the metal shelf when
Sensor reheating.
NOTE: Do not use
this feature twice in
succession on the
same food portion—
it may result in
severely overcooked
or burnt food.
Sensor reheating features detect the increasing
humidity released during cooking and
automatically adjust the cooking time to
various types and amounts of food.
Use the sensor reheating features to reheat:
• Plate of leftovers
• Beverages
• Soup
• Pasta
• Vegetable
1 From the Home Screen, select REHEAT.
2 From the Reheat Screen, select PLATE,
PASTA, VEGETABLE, BEVERAGE or
SOUP.
3 For PASTA, VEGETABLE, PLATE and
SOUP, the oven starts immediately after
selecting the food type. If you wish to adjust
the cooking time, press LESS DONE or
MORE DONE within the first 30 seconds to
reduce or add time.
4 For BEVERAGE, select the beverage type.
The oven starts immediately.
The oven signals when steam is sensed and the
time remaining begins counting down. Turn or
stir the food if necessary.
Do not open the oven door until time is
counting down. If the door is opened, close it
and press START immediately.
After removing food from the oven, stir, if
possible, to even out the temperature.
Reheated foods may have wide variations in
temperature. Some areas may be extremely hot.
If food is not hot enough after the countdown