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MFL37568401 49-40550 04-07 JR Microwave Oven ge.com Safety Instructions 2-9 Operating Instructions Auto Feature 19 Care and Cleaning 28, 29 Changing the Power Level . . . .12 Features of Your Microwave Oven 10, 11 Microwave Terms 27 Optional Accessories 27 Other Features 24-26 Sensor Features 20-23 Time Features... 13-18 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . .30, 31 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven . . .32 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . .Back Cover Product Registration 33, 34 Warranty 35 Owner's Manual JEB1860 Write the model...
MFL37568401 49-40550 04-07 JR Microwave Oven ge.com Safety Instructions 2-9 Operating Instructions Auto Feature 19 Care and Cleaning 28, 29 Changing the Power Level . . . .12 Features of Your Microwave Oven 10, 11 Microwave Terms 27 Optional Accessories 27 Other Features 24-26 Sensor Features 20-23 Time Features... 13-18 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . .30, 31 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven . . .32 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . .Back Cover Product Registration 33, 34 Warranty 35 Owner's Manual JEB1860 Write the model...
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... surfaces. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips WARNING! It is damaged. Consumer Support PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY s Do Not Attempt to operate this manual must be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. s The... BEFORE USING. For your safety, the information in this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in normal usage. Connect only inches or more back from to a properly grounded the countertop edge to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of...
... surfaces. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips WARNING! It is damaged. Consumer Support PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY s Do Not Attempt to operate this manual must be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. s The... BEFORE USING. For your safety, the information in this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in normal usage. Connect only inches or more back from to a properly grounded the countertop edge to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of...
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...Instructions Use this appliance only for its intended use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips s This microwave oven is not working properly or if it is not approved or tested for marine use the Sensor Features twice in succession on... water. Do not use this manual. Do not use . s See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of fire in operation. s This appliance should be serviced only by children. 3 Consumer Support Contact nearest authorized service facility for ...
...Instructions Use this appliance only for its intended use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips s This microwave oven is not working properly or if it is not approved or tested for marine use the Sensor Features twice in succession on... water. Do not use this manual. Do not use . s See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of fire in operation. s This appliance should be serviced only by children. 3 Consumer Support Contact nearest authorized service facility for ...
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...pad and correct the problem. FOODS s Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in this microwave oven. It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the microwave oven could start a fire. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. s Some... products such as twist-ties, poultry pins or gold-rimmed dishes, in microwave ovens. Such use in the microwave. s Do not boil eggs in the microwave. WARNING! Arcing is caused by: s Metal, such as whole eggs and sealed containers-for more...
...pad and correct the problem. FOODS s Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in this microwave oven. It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the microwave oven could start a fire. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. s Some... products such as twist-ties, poultry pins or gold-rimmed dishes, in microwave ovens. Such use in the microwave. s Do not boil eggs in the microwave. WARNING! Arcing is caused by: s Metal, such as whole eggs and sealed containers-for more...
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...This can cause the container to distribute the heat evenly. Make sure all infant food is . To prevent possible injury, direct steam away from the microwave oven is opened, pressure can cause burns. To reduce the risk of 180°F. Do not use straight-sided containers with the lid off. Even if... tea are able to be boiling. After heating, allow the container to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. - They could dehydrate and catch fire, causing damage to persons: -
...This can cause the container to distribute the heat evenly. Make sure all infant food is . To prevent possible injury, direct steam away from the microwave oven is opened, pressure can cause burns. To reduce the risk of 180°F. Do not use straight-sided containers with the lid off. Even if... tea are able to be boiling. After heating, allow the container to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. - They could dehydrate and catch fire, causing damage to persons: -
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..., pottery or china dinnerware which may be used to the dish. If the dish remains cool and only the water in microwave ovens. s If you are not sure if a dish is microwave-safe, use in the cup heats, then the dish is packaged on) have metallic trim or glaze with 1 cup of metal... a metallic sheen can contain metal flecks which does not have a thin strip of water-set the measuring cup either in your microwave oven is suitable for use this test: Place in the oven both the dish you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it should be used in or next to cover...
..., pottery or china dinnerware which may be used to the dish. If the dish remains cool and only the water in microwave ovens. s If you are not sure if a dish is microwave-safe, use in the cup heats, then the dish is packaged on) have metallic trim or glaze with 1 cup of metal... a metallic sheen can contain metal flecks which does not have a thin strip of water-set the measuring cup either in your microwave oven is suitable for use this test: Place in the oven both the dish you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it should be used in or next to cover...
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...carefully and direct steam away from the sides of the oven. Follow these guidelines: Use microwave-safe plastics only and use plastic cookware without complete supervision. Even microwavesafe plastic may not be microwaved in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least partially uncovered because they... are glass or ceramic materials and may be as are not, plastic could ignite. Do not microwave empty containers. When using foil in foil...
...carefully and direct steam away from the sides of the oven. Follow these guidelines: Use microwave-safe plastics only and use plastic cookware without complete supervision. Even microwavesafe plastic may not be microwaved in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least partially uncovered because they... are glass or ceramic materials and may be as are not, plastic could ignite. Do not microwave empty containers. When using foil in foil...
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... should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and it can be used - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 9 Consumer Support Cooking times may be... If an extension cord is used if you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in using them. The extension cord must be longer, too. READ AND FOLLOW THIS ...
... should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and it can be used - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 9 Consumer Support Cooking times may be... If an extension cord is used if you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in using them. The extension cord must be longer, too. READ AND FOLLOW THIS ...
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... may be removed for cleaning. Press latch release to be in the oven. The turntable may vary from your model. 1100 Watts Features of your microwave oven. Turntable and support must be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the oven. Removable Turntable. Convenience Guide. Screen allows cooking to open door. NOTE: Rating...
... may be removed for cleaning. Press latch release to be in the oven. The turntable may vary from your model. 1100 Watts Features of your microwave oven. Turntable and support must be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the oven. Removable Turntable. Convenience Guide. Screen allows cooking to open door. NOTE: Rating...
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... Starts immediately! more/less time Vegetable Starts immediately! Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Safety Instructions You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature.
... Starts immediately! more/less time Vegetable Starts immediately! Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Safety Instructions You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature.
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...Med-High 7: Gentle cooking of the time. softening butter. 12 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Press Power Level. The power levels on the microwave oven can be changed immediately after entering the feature time for Time Cook, Time Defrost or Express Cook. Each power level gives you 100%...defrosted. Low 2 or 3: Defrosting; simmering; Variable power levels add flexibility to the surface units on High (power level 10) which gives you microwave energy a certain percent of meat and poultry; Power level 7 is shown with power level 3-the defrost cycle. Use a lower power level when...
...Med-High 7: Gentle cooking of the time. softening butter. 12 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Press Power Level. The power levels on the microwave oven can be changed immediately after entering the feature time for Time Cook, Time Defrost or Express Cook. Each power level gives you 100%...defrosted. Low 2 or 3: Defrosting; simmering; Variable power levels add flexibility to the surface units on High (power level 10) which gives you microwave energy a certain percent of meat and poultry; Power level 7 is shown with power level 3-the defrost cycle. Use a lower power level when...
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... level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you to check the food. Enter cooking time. You may change power levels automatically during Time Cook to microwave for more flexibility. Change power level if you don't want full power. (Press Power Level. Select a desired power level 1-10.) Press START. Enter the second...
... level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you to check the food. Enter cooking time. You may change power levels automatically during Time Cook to microwave for more flexibility. Change power level if you don't want full power. (Press Power Level. Select a desired power level 1-10.) Press START. Enter the second...
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... can defrost small items quickly by raising the power level after defrosting. If still slightly icy, return to a microwave-safe dish. Consumer Support Press START. This is normal when oven is automatically set at High power. Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in all areas. A dull... thumping noise may be defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a foil container, transfer it to the microwave 16 very briefly, or let it ...
... can defrost small items quickly by raising the power level after defrosting. If still slightly icy, return to a microwave-safe dish. Consumer Support Press START. This is normal when oven is automatically set at High power. Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in all areas. A dull... thumping noise may be defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a foil container, transfer it to the microwave 16 very briefly, or let it ...
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... minutes more, if necessary. per lb. per lb. 4 to 8 min. Place unopened package in oven. Place unopened package in oven. Use power level 1. Poultry Chicken, broiler-fryer cut up after half the time. Microwave 2 to 9 min. Let stand a few minutes to finish defrosting. 20 to complete defrosting. Defrost for... breast-side-up . After half of time. Run cool water in dish. Place unwrapped hen in microwave-safe dish breast-side-down. Place unwrapped breast in the oven per lb. breast-side-up and shield warm areas with foil. Turn over . Unwrap and turn chicken...
... minutes more, if necessary. per lb. per lb. 4 to 8 min. Place unopened package in oven. Place unopened package in oven. Use power level 1. Poultry Chicken, broiler-fryer cut up after half the time. Microwave 2 to 9 min. Let stand a few minutes to finish defrosting. 20 to complete defrosting. Defrost for... breast-side-up . After half of time. Run cool water in dish. Place unwrapped hen in microwave-safe dish breast-side-down. Place unwrapped breast in the oven per lb. breast-side-up and shield warm areas with foil. Turn over . Unwrap and turn chicken...
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... complete defrosting. Using the Conversion Guide below, enter food weight. safe dish. s Twice during defrost, the oven signals TURN. Weight of Food in the About the time features section.) Guide There is a handy guide located on microwave- s After defrosting, most other frozen foods. Press START. (Time Defrost is stated in pounds and...
... complete defrosting. Using the Conversion Guide below, enter food weight. safe dish. s Twice during defrost, the oven signals TURN. Weight of Food in the About the time features section.) Guide There is a handy guide located on microwave- s After defrosting, most other frozen foods. Press START. (Time Defrost is stated in pounds and...
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... the sensor. Beads of moisture turning into steam can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to various types and amounts of the microwave oven are essential for additional cooking time. Dry off dishes so they can mislead the sensor. Humidity Sensor The Sensor Features detect the increasing... humidity released during cooking. s Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of food. Never use microwave-safe containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the sensor features.
... the sensor. Beads of moisture turning into steam can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to various types and amounts of the microwave oven are essential for additional cooking time. Dry off dishes so they can mislead the sensor. Humidity Sensor The Sensor Features detect the increasing... humidity released during cooking. s Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of food. Never use microwave-safe containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the sensor features.
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... consistently, you open the door while POPCORN is undercooked after the countdown, use this feature twice in the center of the microwave. Beverage Press Beverage to reduce cooking time another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds additional time). Place the package of popcorn in...hot. Press 9 again to 3.5 ounces. To subtract time: After pressing Popcorn, press 1 immediately after the oven starts for additional cooking time. Remove the container with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 to add another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds less time). NOTE: Do not use Time ...
... consistently, you open the door while POPCORN is undercooked after the countdown, use this feature twice in the center of the microwave. Beverage Press Beverage to reduce cooking time another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds additional time). Place the package of popcorn in...hot. Press 9 again to 3.5 ounces. To subtract time: After pressing Popcorn, press 1 immediately after the oven starts for additional cooking time. Remove the container with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 to add another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds less time). NOTE: Do not use Time ...
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... oven will display FOOD IS READY and beep once a minute until you to check the time of day. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the other features. Press and hold the AM/PM pad about 3 seconds to fast scroll speed. Enter time of day while microwaving. Clock Press to enter the ...time of day or to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display. Select 1-5 for slow to bring up the display. Start/Pause In addition to starting many functions, START/PAUSE allows you either open the oven door or press...
... oven will display FOOD IS READY and beep once a minute until you to check the time of day. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the other features. Press and hold the AM/PM pad about 3 seconds to fast scroll speed. Enter time of day while microwaving. Clock Press to enter the ...time of day or to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display. Select 1-5 for slow to bring up the display. Start/Pause In addition to starting many functions, START/PAUSE allows you either open the oven door or press...
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... Reminder, then 0. To clear the Reminder before it off. Enter the time you . (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of Defrost Auto/Time and Time Cook. The oven will remain lit to start at any combination of day.) Select AM or PM. Press Reminder. When Reminder ...Support Press Reminder. NOTE: The REM indicator will automatically start . (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day may be set the microwave to delay cooking up to remind you want the oven to 24 hours later. The REM indicator will be lit. The Delay Start time will...
... Reminder, then 0. To clear the Reminder before it off. Enter the time you . (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of Defrost Auto/Time and Time Cook. The oven will remain lit to start at any combination of day.) Select AM or PM. Press Reminder. When Reminder ...Support Press Reminder. NOTE: The REM indicator will automatically start . (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day may be set the microwave to delay cooking up to remind you want the oven to 24 hours later. The REM indicator will be lit. The Delay Start time will...
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...Instructions Operating Instructions About the other features. Enter time you want to start. NOTE: The timer indicator will signal. When time is up, the oven will be lit while the timer is operating. Display On/Off To turn the clock display on or off for mute to touch. It can...the display. Choose 0-3 for large dishes. To turn the turntable on . Press Turntable On/Off to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used at any time, even when the oven is operating. Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to turn off . Press Timer On/Off to...
...Instructions Operating Instructions About the other features. Enter time you want to start. NOTE: The timer indicator will signal. When time is up, the oven will be lit while the timer is operating. Display On/Off To turn the clock display on or off for mute to touch. It can...the display. Choose 0-3 for large dishes. To turn the turntable on . Press Turntable On/Off to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used at any time, even when the oven is operating. Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to turn off . Press Timer On/Off to...