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49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:56 PM Page 1
Safety Information
Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . .9
Arcing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Extension Cords . . . . . .10
Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5
Grounding
Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .8
Cookware . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
Precautions to Avoid
Possible Exposure to
Excessive Microwave
Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Safety Precautions . . .2, 3
Operating Instructions
Care and
Cleaning . . . . . . . . .31, 32
Changing the
Power Level . . . . . . . . . .16
Convenience
Features . . . . . . . . . .23-26
Features of Your
Microwave Oven . . .12-15
Microwave Terms . . . . .30
Other Features . . . .27-29
Time Features . . . .17-22
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers on
a label inside the oven.
www.GEAppliances.com
For Service . . . . . . .33, 34
Microwave Oven . . . . . .34
Consumer Support
Registration . . . . . .37, 38
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . .39
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:56 PM Page 1 www.GEAppliances.com Safety Information Troubleshooting Tips Owner’s Adapter Plugs ..9 Before You Call Manual Arcing ....4 For Service .
  • Page 2 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:56 PM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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.
  • Page 3 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:56 PM Page 3 www.GEAppliances.com Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. Do not mount this appliance Do not let power cord hang over a sink. over edge of table or counter. Do not mount the microwave To reduce the risk of fire in oven over or near any portion...

  • Page 4: Arcing

    49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:56 PM Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! ARCING If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term Metal, such as twist-ties, for sparks in the oven. Arcing poultry pins, or gold-rimmed is caused by: dishes, in the microwave.
  • Page 5 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:56 PM Page 5 www.GEAppliances.com Spontaneous boiling—Under SUPERHEATED WATER certain special circumstances, Microwaved water and other liquids may start to boil liquids do not always bubble during or shortly after when they reach the boiling removal from the microwave point.

  • Page 6: Microwave-Safe

    49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:56 PM Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used in Do not use recycled paper your microwave oven is suitable products. Recycled paper for microwaving. Most glass towels, napkins and waxed casseroles, cooking dishes, paper can contain metal...
  • Page 7 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:56 PM Page 7 www.GEAppliances.com “Boilable” cooking pouches Plastic cookware—Plastic and tightly closed plastic bags cookware designed for should be slit, pierced or microwave cooking is very vented as directed by useful, but should be used package. If they are not, carefully.
  • Page 8 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:56 PM Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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.
  • Page 9 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:56 PM Page 9 www.GEAppliances.com ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently. Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, (Adapter plugs not we strongly recommend against the permitted in Canada) use of an adapter plug. However, if Align large prongs/slots you still elect to use an adapter,...
  • Page 10 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:56 PM Page 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! EXTENSION CORDS A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them. If an extension cord is used—...
  • Page 11 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 11 www.GEAppliances.com READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 12 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 12 About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1100 Watts...

  • Page 13: Features

    49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 13 www.GEAppliances.com Features of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. Convenience Guide. Touch Control Panel Display. Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door. Removable Turntable.

  • Page 14: Time Features

    49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 14 About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Time Features Convenience Features TIME COOK POPCORN BEVERAGE REHEAT...
  • Page 15 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 15 www.GEAppliances.com Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press Enter TIME COOK Amount of cooking time Press once or twice TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time 30 SEC. Starts immediately! EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately! POWER LEVEL...
  • Page 16 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 16 About changing 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. POWER LEVEL Press TIME COOK or TIME DEFROST.
  • Page 17 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 17 About the time features. www.GEAppliances.com Time Cook Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes TIME COOK and 99 seconds. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility.
  • Page 18 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 18 About the time features. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus In 1 ⁄ -qt. oblong glass baking (fresh spears) 1 lb. 5 to 8 min., Med-High (7) dish, place 1/4 cup water.
  • Page 19 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 19 www.GEAppliances.com Vegetable Amount Time Comments Corn In 1-qt. casserole, place (frozen kernel) 10-oz. package 2 to 6 min. 2 tablespoons water. Corn on the cob to 4 min. In 2-qt. glass baking dish, place (fresh) 1 to 5 ears corn.
  • Page 20 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 20 About the time features. Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. TIME DEFROST Press TIME DEFROST. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Enter defrosting time.
  • Page 21 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 21 www.GEAppliances.com Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Rearrange after half the time. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min.
  • Page 22 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 22 About the time features. Express Cook 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 EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10.
  • Page 23 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 23 About the convenience features. www.GEAppliances.com Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the POPCORN package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center EXPRESS COOK of the microwave.
  • Page 24 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 24 About the convenience features. Reheat The Reheat feature reheats 1 to 3 servings of many previously cooked foods. REHEAT Press REHEAT. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Select food type 1–6 for one serving (see Reheat Guide below).
  • Page 25 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 25 www.GEAppliances.com Cook The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods. COOK Press COOK. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Select food type 1–9 (see the Cook Guide below). EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
  • Page 26 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 26 About the convenience features. Auto Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. AUTO DEFROST Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
  • Page 27 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 27 About the other features. www.GEAppliances.com Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF. Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving.
  • Page 28 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 28 About the other features. Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CLEAR/OFF STOP CLEAR for about three seconds.
  • Page 29 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 29 www.GEAppliances.com Timer This pad performs three functions: It operates as a minute timer. TIMER It can be set to delay cooking. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
  • Page 30 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 30 Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is Arcing caused by: metal or foil touching the side of the oven. foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
  • Page 31 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 31 Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. www.GEAppliances.com Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of this oven. How to Clean the Inside Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door...
  • Page 32 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 32 Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. How to Clean the Outside Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave. Case Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting Tips

    49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 33 Before you call for service… www.GEAppliances.com Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the chart below first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Replace fuse or reset Oven will not start A fuse in your home •...

  • Page 34: Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven

    49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 34 Before you call for service… Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven Steam or vapor escaping from around the door. Light reflection around door or outer case. Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other than high.
  • Page 35 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 35 Notes...
  • Page 36 49-401901v01 4/16/01 3:57 PM Page 36 Notes...
  • Page 37 You can rest easy, knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs. 800-626-2224 Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at for more information. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S.
  • Page 38 Year Number * Please provide your e-mail address to receive, via e-mail, discounts, special offers and other important communications from GE Appliances (GEA). GE Appliances Check here if you do not want to receive communications General Electric Company from GEA’s carefully selected partners.
  • Page 39 One Year defect in materials or workmanship. During this From the date of the one-year limited warranty, GE will also provide, free original purchase of charge, all labor to repair or replace the defective part. The magnetron tube, if the magnetron tube fails due to Four Years a defect in materials or workmanship.

  • Page 40: Consumer Support

    Contact Us www.GEAppliances.com If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations...

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