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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL SAFETY
INFORMATION BEFORE USING
FOR YOUR
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
TO AVOID
POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE
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.
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.
Do Not Place any object
between the oven front
face and the door or
allow soil or cleaner
residue to accumulate
on sealing surfaces.
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:
1door (bent),
2hinges and latches
(broken or loosened),
3door seals and sealing
surfaces.
The Oven Should Not
be adjusted or repaired
by anyone except
properly qualified
service personnel.

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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 consumer
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.
Welcome
Write down the model
and serial numbers here.
They are on a label inside
the oven.
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
Staple your receipt to the
inside back cover of this
manual. You will need it
to obtain service under
warranty.
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” before calling.
This section helps you
solve common problems
that might occur.
If you do need service,
you can relax knowing
help is only a phone call
away. A list of toll-free
customer service numbers
is included in the back of
this manual.
Need Help?
Start Here!…Before using your Microwave
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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including
the following:
WARNING
•Read and follow the
specific “Precautions to
Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave
Energy” on page 2.
•This appliance must be
grounded. Connect only
to properly grounded
outlet. See Grounding
Instructions section on
page 10.
•Do not mount this
appliance over a sink.
•Install or locate this
appliance only in
accordance with the
provided Installation
Instructions.
•This over-the-range oven
was designed for use over
ranges no wider than 36″.
It may be installed over
both gas and electric
cooking equipment.
•Do not operate this
appliance if it has a
damaged power cord or
plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
If the power cord is
damaged, it must be
replaced by General
Electric Service or an
authorized service agent
using a power cord 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.
This microwave oven is
CSA/UL listed for
installation over electric
and gas ranges.
This microwave oven is
not approved or tested
for marine use.
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL SAFETY
INFORMATION BEFORE USING

•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.
•See door surface cleaning
instructions in the Care
and Cleaning section(s)
of this guide.
•This appliance must only
be serviced 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING
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 gold-
rimmed dishes, in the
microwave.
•Recycled paper towels
containing small metal
pieces being used in the
microwave.
If you see arcing, press
the CLEAR/OFF pad and
correct the problem.
ARCING
•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.
FOODS
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SAFETY FACT
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.
•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.
•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.
•Hot foods and steam
can cause burns. Be
careful when opening
any containers of hot
food, including popcorn
bags, cooking pouches
and boxes. To prevent
possible injury, direct
steam away from hands
and face.
•Do not overcook
potatoes. They could
dehydrate and catch
fire, causing damage
to your oven.
•Cook meat and poultry
thoroughly—meat to
at least an INTERNAL
temperature of 160°F
(71° C) and poultry to at
least an INTERNAL
temperature of 180°F
(82° C). Cooking to these
temperatures usually
protects against
foodborne illness.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING
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
1 cup of water (240 mL)–
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 ther-
mometer 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.
•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 micro-
wave 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.
MICROWAVE-
SAFE
COOKWARE
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How to test for a microwave-
safe dish.

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•Use foil only as directed in
this manual. TV dinners
may be microwaved in foil
trays less than 3/4″
(19 mm) 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 1″(25 mm)
away from the sides of the
oven.
•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.
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, a
cookie sheet or a flat tray.
•Use care when cleaning
the vent fan filters.
Corrosive cleaning
agents, such as lye-based
oven cleaners, may
damage the filters.
•When preparing
flaming foods under
the microwave, turn the
vent 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.
THE VENT
FAN
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS/OPTIONAL KITS
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
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. The use
of adapter plugs is not
permitted in Canada.
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.
GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS
Filler Panel Kits
JX40WH or JX46WH—White
JX41 or JX46BL—Black
JX40AL or JX46AL—Almond
When replacing a 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
3″-wide filler panels.
Filter Kits
JX81A—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.
Optional Kits
Ensure proper ground
exists before use.
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Operating Instructions
Features of Your Microwave
(Throughout this manual, features and appearance
may vary from your model.)
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1Door Handle. Pull to
open the door. The
door must be securely
latched for the
microwave to operate.
2Door Latches.
3Window with Metal
Shield. Screen allows
cooking to be viewed
while keeping
microwaves confined
in the oven.
4Touch Control Panel.
5Cooktop Lights.
6Grease Filters.
7Removable Turntable.
Turntable and support
must be in place
when using the oven.
The turntable may be
removed for cleaning.
8Convenience Guide.
NOTE: Rating plate, oven
vent(s) and oven light are
located on the inside walls
of the microwave oven.
9Shelf (on some models).
Lets you microwave
several foods at once.
Food microwaves best
when placed directly
on the turntable.
Features
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Time Features
Time Cooking
Press Enter
TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) Amount of cooking time.
DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press twice) Amount of defrosting time.
EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately!
POWER LEVEL Power level 1–10.
ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately!
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Quick Start
The Controls on Your Microwave Oven
(Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.)
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You can microwave
by time, temperature,
or with the
convenience
features.

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Convenience Features
Press Enter Option
POPCORN Starts immediately! more/less time
serving size
BEVERAGE Starts immediately! serving size
REHEAT Food type 1–6 serving size
DEFROST AUTO/TIME Food weight
(Press once)
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HELP (on some models)
Press this pad and any
feature pad for usage
instructions and tips.
GUIDE ON MICROWAVE
Before you begin, check the
guide located on the inside
front of the oven when you
open the door.
GUIDES IN BOOK
•Cooking
•Time Defrost
•Reheat

Operating Instructions
Variable power levels add
flexibility to microwave
cooking. The power levels
on the microwave oven
can be compared to the
surface units on a range.
High (power level 10) or
full power is the fastest way
to cook and gives you
100% power. Each power
level gives you microwave
energy a certain percent of
the time. Power level 7 is
microwave energy 70% of
the time. Power level 3 is
energy 30% of the time.
A high setting (10) will
cook faster but food may
need more frequent
stirring, rotating or turning
over. Most cooking will be
done on High (power level
10). 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 2 or 3 Defrosting
without
cooking;
simmering;
delicate sauces.
Warm 1 Keeping food
warm without
overcooking;
softening
butter.
How to Change the
Power Level
The power level may be
entered or changed
immediately after
entering the feature
time for TIME COOK,
TIME DEFROST or
EXPRESS COOK. The
power level may also be
changed during time
countdown.
1Press TIME COOK or
select Time Defrost.
2Enter cooking or
defrosting time.
3Press POWER LEVEL.
4Select desired power
level 1–10.
5Press START.
Changing Power
Levels
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Time Features
Time Cook I
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.
You may open the door
during Time Cook to
check the food. Close the
door and press START
to resume cooking.
Time Cook II
Lets you change power
levels automatically during
cooking. Here’s how to
do it:
1Press TIME COOK.
2Enter the first cook time.
3Change the power level
if you don’t want full
power. (Press POWER
LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
4Press TIME COOK
again.
5Enter the second cook
time.
6Change the power level
if you don’t want full
power. (Press POWER
LEVEL. Select a power
level 1–10.)
7Press START.
At the end of Time Cook I,
Time Cook II counts down.
1Press TIME COOK.
2Enter cooking time.
3Change power level
if you don’t want full
power. (Press POWER
LEVEL. Select a
desired power level
1–10.)
4Press START.
Time Cook
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Operating Instructions
Cooking Guide for Time Cook I &II
NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted.
Vegetable Amount Time Comments
Asparagus
(fresh spears) 1 lb. (454 g) 6 to 9 min., In 11⁄2-qt. (1.5 l) oblong glass baking
Med-High (7) dish, place 1/4 cup (60 ml) water.
(frozen spears) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 l) casserole, place
2 tablespoons (30 ml) water.
Beans
(fresh green) 1 lb. (454 g) cut in half 9 to 11 min. In 11⁄2-qt. (1.5 l) casserole,
place 1/2 cup (120 ml) water.
(frozen green) 10-oz (283 g) package 6 to 8 min. In 1-qt. (1 l) casserole,
place 2 tablespoons (30 ml) water.
(frozen lima) 10-oz (283 g) package 6 to 8 min. In 1-qt. (1 l) casserole, place 1/4 cup
(60 ml) water.
Beets
(fresh, whole) 1 bunch 17 to 21 min. In 2-qt. (2 l) casserole, place 1/2 cup
(120 ml) water.
Broccoli
(fresh cut) 1 bunch 7 to 10 min. In 2-qt. (2 l) casserole,
11⁄4to 11⁄2lbs. (567 to 680 g) 1/2 cup (120 ml) water.
(fresh spears) 1 bunch 9 to 13 min. In 2-qt. (2 l) oblong glass baking
11⁄4to 11⁄2lbs. (567 to 680 g) dish, place 1/4 cup (60 ml) water.
(frozen, chopped) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 l) casserole,
place 2 tablespoons (30 ml) water
(frozen spears) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 l) casserole, place
3 tablespoons (45 ml) water.
Cabbage
(fresh) 1 medium head 8 to 11 min. In 11⁄2- or 2-qt. (1.5 or 2 l) casserole,
about 2 lbs. (908 g) place 1/4 cup (60 ml) water.
(wedges) 7 to 10 min. In 2- or 3-qt. (2 or 3 l) casserole,
place 1/4 cup (60 ml) water.
Carrots
(fresh, sliced) 1 lb. (454 g) 7 to 9 min. In 11⁄2-qt. (1.5 l) casserole, place
1/4 cup (60 ml) water.
(frozen) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 l) casserole, place
2 tablespoons (30 ml) water.
Cauliflower
(flowerets) 1 medium head 9 to 14 min. In 2-qt. (2 l) casserole, place
1/2 cup (120 ml) water.
(fresh, whole) 1 medium head 10 to 17 min. In 2-qt. (2 l) casserole, place
1/2 cup (120 ml) water.
(frozen) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 l) casserole, place
2 tablespoons (30 ml) water.

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Vegetable Amount Time Comments
Corn
(frozen kernel) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 l) casserole, place
2 tablespoons (30 ml) water.
Corn on the cob
(fresh) 1 to 5 ears 3 to 4 min. In 2-qt. (2 l) oblong glass baking dish, place
per ear corn. If corn is in husk, use no water; if
corn has been husked, add 1/4 cup (60 ml)
water. Rearrange after half of time.
(frozen) 1 ear 5 to 6 min. Place in 2-qt. (2 l) oblong glass baking dish.
2 to 6 ears 3 to 4 min. Cover with vented plastic wrap.
per ear Rearrange after half of time.
Mixed
vegetables
(frozen) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 l) casserole, place 3 tablespoons
(45 ml) water.
Peas
(fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. (908 g) unshelled 9 to 12 min. In 1-qt. (1 l) casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
(frozen) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 l) casserole, place 2 tablespoons
(30 ml) water.
Potatoes
(fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes 9 to 12 min. Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes. Place in 2-qt.
white) 6 to 8 oz each (2 l) casserole with 1/2 cup (120 ml) water.
(170 to 227 g) Stir after half of time.
(fresh, whole, 1 – 6 to 8 oz 3 to 4 min. Pierce with cooking fork. Place in center of
sweet or white) (170 to 227 g) the oven. Let stand 5 minutes.
Spinach
(fresh) 10 to 16 oz 5 to 7 min. In 2-qt. (2 l) casserole, place washed
(284 to 454 g) spinach.
(frozen, 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 l) casserole, place 3 tablespoons
chopped (45 ml) water.
and leaf)
Squash
(fresh, summer 1 lb. (454 g) sliced 5 to 7 min. In 11⁄2-qt. (1.5 l) casserole, place 1/4 cup
and yellow) (60 ml) water.
(winter, acorn, 1 to 2 squash 8 to 11 min. Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes.
butternut) about 1 lb. (454 g)each In 2-qt. (2 l) oblong glass baking dish, place
squash cut-side-down. Turn cut-side-up
after 4 minutes.

Operating Instructions
Time Features
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 frequent 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
•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.
•Family-size, prepackaged
frozen dinners can be
defrosted and microwaved.
If the food 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
temperature promotes
the growth of harmful
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.
1Press DEFROST
AUTO/TIME twice.
2Enter defrosting time.
3Press START.
4Turn food over when
the oven signals.
5Press START.
(Auto Defrost explained
in the section on
Convenience Features.)
Time Defrost
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Defrosting Guide
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Food Time Comments
Breads, Cakes
Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1 min.
Sweet rolls approx. 12 oz (340 g) 3 to 5 min.
Fish and Seafood
Fillets, frozen 1 lb. (454 g) 6 to 8 min.
Shellfish, small pieces 1 lb. (454 g) 5 to 7 min. Place block in casserole. Turn over
and break up after half the time.
Fruit
Plastic pouch – 1 to 2 3 to 6 min.
10-oz (283 g) package
Meat
Bacon 1 lb. (454 g) 2 to 5 min. Place unopened package in oven.
Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting.
Franks 1 lb. (454 g) 2 to 5 min. Place unopened package in oven.
Microwave just until franks can be
separated. Let stand 5 minutes, if
necessary, to complete defrosting.
Ground meat 1 lb. (454 g) 5 to 7 min. Turn meat over after half the time.
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork 12 to 16 min. Use power level 1.
per lb.
Steaks, chops and cutlets 5 to 7 min. Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish.
per lb. Turn over after half the time and shield
warm areas with foil. When finished,
separate pieces and let stand to
complete defrosting.
Poultry
Chicken, broiler-fryer 15 to 19 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap
cut up 21⁄2to 3 lbs. (1.1 to 1.4 kg) 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.
Chicken, whole 17 to 21 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. After
21⁄2to 3 lbs. (1.1 to 1.4 kg) half the time, unwrap and turn chicken
over. Shield warm areas with foil. Finish
defrosting. If necessary, run cold water
in the cavity until giblets can be
removed.
Cornish hen 7 to 13 min. Place unwrapped hen in the oven
per lb. breast-side up. Turn over after half the
time. Run cool water in the cavity until
giblets can be removed.
Turkey breast 5 to 9 min. Place unwrapped breast in dish
4 to 6 lbs. (1.8 to 2.7 kg) per lb. breast-side down. After half the time,
turn over and shield warm areas with
foil. Finish defrosting. Let stand 1 to
2hours in refrigerator to complete
defrosting.

Operating Instructions
Time Features
You can use this feature
two ways:
•It will add 30 seconds to
the time counting down
each time the pad is
pressed.
•It can be used as a quick
way to set 30 seconds of
cooking time.
Add 30 Seconds
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.
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