Do not mount this appliance over a sink. s Do not mount the microwave oven over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance. s Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
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Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury. s 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure to use suitable cookware during microwave cooking. 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.”...
(See EXTENSION CORDS section.) For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker. ge.com...
If you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times may be longer, too. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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The turntable may be removed for cleaning. Removable Turntable Support. The turntable support must be in place when using the oven. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven. ge.com...
About the features of your microwave oven. You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Press TIME COOK Turn dial DEFROST Press once Press twice POWER LEVEL EXPRESS COOK...
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Press START. 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. Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. Power level 70 is microwave energy 70% of the time.
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About the time features. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use HI power level unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package Beans (fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half (frozen green) 10-oz. package (frozen lima) 10-oz.
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When defrosted, food should be cool but softened in all areas. If still slightly icy, return to the microwave oven very briefly, or let it stand a few minutes. Comments Rearrange after half the time.
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About the time features. Express Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for 30 seconds. The oven will start immediately. It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed. More Time/Less Time Pressing MORE will add 10 seconds to the cooking time each time the button is pressed.
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POWER LEVEL again if you want to program a second Time Cook. Change the power level if you don’t want full power. Turn the dial to enter the second cooking time. Press START. After defrosting, Time Cook I and Time Cook II automatically count down. ge.com...
About the convenience features. Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave. Press POPCORN once for a 3.5 ounce package of popcorn, twice for a Use only with prepackaged...
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Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Follow package instructions for adding water. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Pierce skin with fork. Place potatoes on the turntable. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. ge.com...
About the convenience features. Auto Defrost The Defrost feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press DEFROST once for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost. Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish weighing up to 6.5 pounds. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods.
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PAUSE/CLEAR allows you to stop cooking Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave oven from being accidentally started or used by children. To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold PAUSE/CLEAR for about three seconds.
Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: s metal or foil touching the side of the oven. s foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). s metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave oven. If you choose to use a common household cleaner, first apply the cleaner directly to a clean cloth, then wipe the soiled area.
What To Do • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in. • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet. • Open the door and close securely.
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You can rest easy, knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs. 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.
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FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS. For more information about GEA’s privacy and data usage policy, go to ge.com and click on “Privacy Policy” or call 800.626.2224. Read your Owner’s Manual carefully.
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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for service.
Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation. Contact Us 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 Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for...