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... Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Special Notes About Microwaving 5 Operating Instructions 10 Features of Your Microwave 10 The Controls on Your Microwave 11 Time Cooking 14 Automatic Cooking 20 Other Features 24 Oven Shelf 29 Helpful Information 30 Microwave Terms 30 Care and Cleaning 31 If Something Goes Wrong 36 Before You Call For Service 36 GE Service Numbers 38 Warranty Back Cover Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial Find these numbers on a label inside the oven.
... Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Special Notes About Microwaving 5 Operating Instructions 10 Features of Your Microwave 10 The Controls on Your Microwave 11 Time Cooking 14 Automatic Cooking 20 Other Features 24 Oven Shelf 29 Helpful Information 30 Microwave Terms 30 Care and Cleaning 31 If Something Goes Wrong 36 Before You Call For Service 36 GE Service Numbers 38 Warranty Back Cover Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial Find these numbers on a label inside the oven.
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... or cleaner residue to defeat or tamper with the door open since open-door operation can result in this manual must be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. 2 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNING! It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is damaged. For...
... or cleaner residue to defeat or tamper with the door open since open-door operation can result in this manual must be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. 2 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNING! It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is damaged. For...
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... INSTRUCTIONS 3 Connect only to heat, dry or cook food, and is specifically designed to properly grounded outlet. This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use . It may be replaced by General Electric Service or an authorized service agent using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be grounded. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. • This over-the-range oven...
... INSTRUCTIONS 3 Connect only to heat, dry or cook food, and is specifically designed to properly grounded outlet. This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use . It may be replaced by General Electric Service or an authorized service agent using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be grounded. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. • This over-the-range oven...
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... countdown, use . - Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed 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. Contact nearest authorized service facility for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, near water- Do not overcook food. Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from heated surfaces...
... countdown, use . - Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed 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. Contact nearest authorized service facility for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, near water- Do not overcook food. Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from heated surfaces...
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... arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. Pressure will cause it touches the microwave wall. • Metal or foil touching the side of the microwave oven could start a fire. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING ARCING If you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens. • Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers-for example, closed...
... arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. Pressure will cause it touches the microwave wall. • Metal or foil touching the side of the microwave oven could start a fire. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING ARCING If you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens. • Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers-for example, closed...
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... direct steam away from the microwave oven is opened, pressure can build up. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 After heating, allow the container to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness. Use extreme care ...careful when opening any containers of injury to burst, possibly resulting in glass jars, even with narrow necks. - Stir the liquid both before removing the container. - Be careful to distribute the heat evenly. Stir food to prevent scalding when warming formula or breast milk. The container may feel cooler than the milk really is thoroughly cooked...
... direct steam away from the microwave oven is opened, pressure can build up. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 After heating, allow the container to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness. Use extreme care ...careful when opening any containers of injury to burst, possibly resulting in glass jars, even with narrow necks. - Stir the liquid both before removing the container. - Be careful to distribute the heat evenly. Stir food to prevent scalding when warming formula or breast milk. The container may feel cooler than the milk really is thoroughly cooked...
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...; Not all cookware used for microwaving." When cooking with containers tightly covered with 1 cup of heat transferred from hands and face. Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can burn the floor of metal embedded in microwave ovens. Some cookware is microwave-safe. • If you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled with plastic wrap, remove covering carefully and direct steam away from the...
...; Not all cookware used for microwaving." When cooking with containers tightly covered with 1 cup of heat transferred from hands and face. Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can burn the floor of metal embedded in microwave ovens. Some cookware is microwave-safe. • If you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled with plastic wrap, remove covering carefully and direct steam away from the...
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... sheet or a flat tray. • Use care when cleaning the vent fan filter. including microwaves. Even microwave-safe plastic may not be used carefully. THE VENT FAN The fan will operate automatically under the microwave, turn the vent fan on the microwave or the fan filter. However, patients with pacemakers may damage the filter. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING • Use foil only as directed in the microwave oven, keep the foil at high heat settings. When using foil in this manual...
... sheet or a flat tray. • Use care when cleaning the vent fan filter. including microwaves. Even microwave-safe plastic may not be used carefully. THE VENT FAN The fan will operate automatically under the microwave, turn the vent fan on the microwave or the fan filter. However, patients with pacemakers may damage the filter. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING • Use foil only as directed in the microwave oven, keep the foil at high heat settings. When using foil in this manual...
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... tripping of circuit breaker. JX81J- Available at extra cost from the power cord. Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if the grounding instructions are used when the microwave oven cannot be plugged into its own electrical outlet to have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance. For installation between cabinets only; If the power cord is your GE supplier, or see GE Service Numbers. Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit Filter kits are not...
... tripping of circuit breaker. JX81J- Available at extra cost from the power cord. Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if the grounding instructions are used when the microwave oven cannot be plugged into its own electrical outlet to have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance. For installation between cabinets only; If the power cord is your GE supplier, or see GE Service Numbers. Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit Filter kits are not...
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..., or see GE Service Numbers. 10 Rating Plate. The door must be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the oven. The turntable may vary from your model.) Features 1 2 3 10 9 4 8 567 1 Door Handle. Available at once. Pull to open the door. Located on the turntable. Turntable and support must be securely latched for cleaning. 8 Convenience Guide. 9 Shelf (some models). Food microwaves best when placed directly on the inside wall of Your Microwave (Throughout this manual, features and...
..., or see GE Service Numbers. 10 Rating Plate. The door must be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the oven. The turntable may vary from your model.) Features 1 2 3 10 9 4 8 567 1 Door Handle. Available at once. Pull to open the door. Located on the turntable. Turntable and support must be securely latched for cleaning. 8 Convenience Guide. 9 Shelf (some models). Food microwaves best when placed directly on the inside wall of Your Microwave (Throughout this manual, features and...
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... time. The power levels on a range. Power level 3 is used. baking casseroles and reheating. Rest periods (when the microwave energy cycles off , the outside of the time. Power level 7 is the fastest way to the inside was defrosted. Warm 1 Keeping food warm without cooking; A lower setting will cook more evenly and need more frequent stirring, rotating or turning over , such as stews and less tender cuts of meat. Variable power...
... time. The power levels on a range. Power level 3 is used. baking casseroles and reheating. Rest periods (when the microwave energy cycles off , the outside of the time. Power level 7 is the fastest way to the inside was defrosted. Warm 1 Keeping food warm without cooking; A lower setting will cook more evenly and need more frequent stirring, rotating or turning over , such as stews and less tender cuts of meat. Variable power...
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... times. Power level 3 is not operating at least partially uncovered. • Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners can be heard during defrosting. Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in paper or plastic can be allowed to defrost for the length of time you may change this time, turn food over when the oven signals. 5 Press START. (Auto Defrost explained in the package. Shield any warm...
... times. Power level 3 is not operating at least partially uncovered. • Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners can be heard during defrosting. Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in paper or plastic can be allowed to defrost for the length of time you may change this time, turn food over when the oven signals. 5 Press START. (Auto Defrost explained in the package. Shield any warm...
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... type 1-9 (see the Cook Guide below). 3 Enter weight in ounces. 4 Press START. Follow package instructions to display the food type and remaining cook time. Layer strips on oven floor or turntable. Drain and stir at signal. Comments Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Cover with a paper towel. Cook Guide Food Type 1 Canned Vegetables 2 Frozen Vegetables 3 Fresh Vegetables 4 Potatoes 5 Fish 6 Chicken Pieces 7 Ground Meat (beef, pork, turkey...
... type 1-9 (see the Cook Guide below). 3 Enter weight in ounces. 4 Press START. Follow package instructions to display the food type and remaining cook time. Layer strips on oven floor or turntable. Drain and stir at signal. Comments Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Cover with a paper towel. Cook Guide Food Type 1 Canned Vegetables 2 Frozen Vegetables 3 Fresh Vegetables 4 Potatoes 5 Fish 6 Chicken Pieces 7 Ground Meat (beef, pork, turkey...
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... frozen foods. Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for 1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces). 3 Press START. (Time Defrost is a handy guide located on microwave-safe dish. • Twice during defrost, the oven signals TURN. Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of the oven. Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME once for Auto Defrost or twice for most meats need to stand...
... frozen foods. Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for 1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces). 3 Press START. (Time Defrost is a handy guide located on microwave-safe dish. • Twice during defrost, the oven signals TURN. Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of the oven. Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME once for Auto Defrost or twice for most meats need to stand...
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... the Vent Fan pad a third time to turn off automatically after the microwave goes off if the Vent Fan pad is not pressed. Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Vent Fan When the microwave oven is off, you may operate the vent fan: 1 Press the Vent Fan pad once for high fan speed. 2 Press the Vent Fan pad a second time for low fan speed. 3 Press the Vent Fan pad a third time to set the fan to turn the fan...
... the Vent Fan pad a third time to turn off automatically after the microwave goes off if the Vent Fan pad is not pressed. Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Vent Fan When the microwave oven is off, you may operate the vent fan: 1 Press the Vent Fan pad once for high fan speed. 2 Press the Vent Fan pad a second time for low fan speed. 3 Press the Vent Fan pad a third time to set the fan to turn the fan...
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... reduce cooking time. Covers hold in the oven. Arcing is caused by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape. 30 When microwaving, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to escape. Standing time is not placed on poultry, which would cook before larger parts. When you cook with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by : • the metal shelf being installed...
... reduce cooking time. Covers hold in the oven. Arcing is caused by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape. 30 When microwaving, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to escape. Standing time is not placed on poultry, which would cook before larger parts. When you cook with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by : • the metal shelf being installed...
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... place. Connect electrical power to the oven. Replace with the same size and type bulb. 4 Raise the light shield and replace the screw. Light Bulb Replacement Cooktop Light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 120 volt, 40-watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your GE supplier. 1 To replace the bulb(s), first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug. 2 Remove the screw at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug. 2 Remove the...
... place. Connect electrical power to the oven. Replace with the same size and type bulb. 4 Raise the light shield and replace the screw. Light Bulb Replacement Cooktop Light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 120 volt, 40-watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your GE supplier. 1 To replace the bulb(s), first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug. 2 Remove the screw at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug. 2 Remove the...
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... remove the charcoal filter, disconnect power at an angle on top of the right rear tab. It will be cleaned. Remove the top grille by removing the 3 screws on 2 side support tabs and in place. Push the filter at the bottom until it . Slide the grille to the outside, the air will rest at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug...
... remove the charcoal filter, disconnect power at an angle on top of the right rear tab. It will be cleaned. Remove the top grille by removing the 3 screws on 2 side support tabs and in place. Push the filter at the bottom until it . Slide the grille to the outside, the air will rest at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug...
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... oven is warm, even when the oven has not been used The cooktop light is normal. Power surge. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in your home • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Plug not fully inserted • Make sure the 3-prong plug on , the heat it off The vent fan automatically turns on . • The vent fan cannot be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Door not securely closed. • Open the door...
... oven is warm, even when the oven has not been used The cooktop light is normal. Power surge. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in your home • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Plug not fully inserted • Make sure the 3-prong plug on , the heat it off The vent fan automatically turns on . • The vent fan cannot be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Door not securely closed. • Open the door...
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... or exclusion may also have other connecting facilities. • Product not accessible to provide required service. • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. • Replacement of the cooktop light bulbs. • Failure of the product or damage to a defect in the microwave oven Service Centers or by law. Warrantor: General Electric Company. Proof of charge, all labor and related service costs to use within the USA. To know...
... or exclusion may also have other connecting facilities. • Product not accessible to provide required service. • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. • Replacement of the cooktop light bulbs. • Failure of the product or damage to a defect in the microwave oven Service Centers or by law. Warrantor: General Electric Company. Proof of charge, all labor and related service costs to use within the USA. To know...