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...Avoid Possible Exposure to 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 29 Oven Shelf 34 Helpful Information 36 Microwave Terms 36 Care and Cleaning... 37 If Something Goes Wrong 42 Before You Call For Service 42 GE Service Numbers 46 Warranty Back Cover Write the model and serial numbers...
...Avoid Possible Exposure to 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 29 Oven Shelf 34 Helpful Information 36 Microwave Terms 36 Care and Cleaning... 37 If Something Goes Wrong 42 Before You Call For Service 42 GE Service Numbers 46 Warranty Back Cover Write the model and serial numbers...
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...that there is damaged. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNING! PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY For your safety, the information in this oven with the safety interlocks. Do Not Operate the oven if it is no damage ... qualified service personnel. 2 Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to microwave energy. Do Not Attempt to operate this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to ...
...that there is damaged. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNING! PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY For your safety, the information in this oven with the safety interlocks. Do Not Operate the oven if it is no damage ... qualified service personnel. 2 Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to microwave energy. Do Not Attempt to operate this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to ...
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...for laboratory or industrial use. 3 WARNING When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is intended for household use as described in this manual. See Grounding Instructions section on page 9. • Do not mount this ... Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug, if it is specifically designed to properly grounded outlet. This microwave oven is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped. • Do not cover or block any openings on page ...
...for laboratory or industrial use. 3 WARNING When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is intended for household use as described in this manual. See Grounding Instructions section on page 9. • Do not mount this ... Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug, if it is specifically designed to properly grounded outlet. This microwave oven is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped. • Do not cover or block any openings on page ...
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... the risk of fire in the oven cavity: - Do not use the Sensor Features twice in the Care and Cleaning section(s) of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is opened, the fire may spread. - Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment. • As with any appliance, close...
... the risk of fire in the oven cavity: - Do not use the Sensor Features twice in the Care and Cleaning section(s) of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is opened, the fire may spread. - Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment. • As with any appliance, close...
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... is caused by: • The metal shelf (if included) not installed correctly so it to burst, possibly resulting in injury. • Operating the microwave with unbroken outer "skin" such as whole eggs and sealed containers-for example, closed jars-are able to the oven and could result in injury...the oven. • Foods with no food inside for more than a minute or two may cause damage to explode and should not be heated in microwave ovens. • Some products such as potatoes, hot dogs, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other giblets, and egg yolks should be pierced...
... is caused by: • The metal shelf (if included) not installed correctly so it to burst, possibly resulting in injury. • Operating the microwave with unbroken outer "skin" such as whole eggs and sealed containers-for example, closed jars-are able to the oven and could result in injury...the oven. • Foods with no food inside for more than a minute or two may cause damage to explode and should not be heated in microwave ovens. • Some products such as potatoes, hot dogs, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other giblets, and egg yolks should be pierced...
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...overheat the liquid. - This can cause the container to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness. Cooking to burst, possibly resulting in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. - Stir the liquid both before feeding the baby. • Don't defrost frozen beverages... with the lid off. Stir food to prevent scalding when warming formula or breast milk. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING SAFETY FACT SUPERHEATED WATER Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea, are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without...
...overheat the liquid. - This can cause the container to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness. Cooking to burst, possibly resulting in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. - Stir the liquid both before feeding the baby. • Don't defrost frozen beverages... with the lid off. Stir food to prevent scalding when warming formula or breast milk. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING SAFETY FACT SUPERHEATED WATER Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea, are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without...
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...used to cover dishes in order to handle the cookware. • "Boilable" cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be used for microwaving. Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can escape. • Cookware may cause arcing or ignite. Also, plastic storage containers should not ...a glass measuring cup filled with a metallic sheen can be at high. MICROWAVESAFE COOKWARE Make sure all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens. • Do not use . • Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap can burn the floor of water-set the ...
...used to cover dishes in order to handle the cookware. • "Boilable" cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be used for microwaving. Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can escape. • Cookware may cause arcing or ignite. Also, plastic storage containers should not ...a glass measuring cup filled with a metallic sheen can be at high. MICROWAVESAFE COOKWARE Make sure all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens. • Do not use . • Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap can burn the floor of water-set the ...
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... and cookware could ignite. Take care to prevent the starting and spreading of a grease fire on the surface units below the microwave oven, smother a flaming pan on surface units only when necessary. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may soften or char... and use plastic cookware without complete supervision. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING • Use foil only as directed in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer's recommendations. 2 Do not microwave empty containers. 3 Do not permit children to use high heat on the ...
... and cookware could ignite. Take care to prevent the starting and spreading of a grease fire on the surface units below the microwave oven, smother a flaming pan on surface units only when necessary. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may soften or char... and use plastic cookware without complete supervision. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING • Use foil only as directed in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer's recommendations. 2 Do not microwave empty containers. 3 Do not permit children to use high heat on the ...
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... technician install an outlet near the appliance. For best operation, plug this appliance into an outlet that is your GE supplier, or see the GE Service numbers. Optional Kits Filler Panel Kits JX48WH-White JX48BL-Black When replacing a 36″ range hood, filler... panel kits fill in the additional width to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of electric shock. JX81A-Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit Filter kits are used when the microwave...
... technician install an outlet near the appliance. For best operation, plug this appliance into an outlet that is your GE supplier, or see the GE Service numbers. Optional Kits Filler Panel Kits JX48WH-White JX48BL-Black When replacing a 36″ range hood, filler... panel kits fill in the additional width to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of electric shock. JX81A-Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit Filter kits are used when the microwave...
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... and support must be removed for the microwave to operate. 2 Door Latches. 3 Window with Metal Shield. Lets you microwave several foods at once. Food microwaves best when placed directly on the inside walls of Your Microwave (Throughout this manual, features and appearance ... vent(s) and oven light are located on the oven floor or turntable. 5 Touch Control Panel You must be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the microwave. 6 Cooktop Light. 7 Grease Filter. 8 Removable Turntable. The turntable may vary from your model.) Features 4 2 5 1...
... and support must be removed for the microwave to operate. 2 Door Latches. 3 Window with Metal Shield. Lets you microwave several foods at once. Food microwaves best when placed directly on the inside walls of Your Microwave (Throughout this manual, features and appearance ... vent(s) and oven light are located on the oven floor or turntable. 5 Touch Control Panel You must be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the microwave. 6 Cooktop Light. 7 Grease Filter. 8 Removable Turntable. The turntable may vary from your model.) Features 4 2 5 1...
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Starts immediately! Amount of cooking time. Starts immediately! Power level 1-10. Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) You can microwave by Weight Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press once) Enter Food weight 11 Defrosting by time, temperature or with the convenience features. 1 Time Features Time Cooking Press TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press twice) EXPRESS COOK POWER LEVEL ADD 30 SEC Enter Amount of defrosting time.
Starts immediately! Amount of cooking time. Starts immediately! Power level 1-10. Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) You can microwave by Weight Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press once) Enter Food weight 11 Defrosting by time, temperature or with the convenience features. 1 Time Features Time Cooking Press TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press twice) EXPRESS COOK POWER LEVEL ADD 30 SEC Enter Amount of defrosting time.
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...Fish Press 3 for Ground Meats Press 4 for Fresh Vegetables Press 5 for Frozen Vegetables Press 6 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. Option more/less time more/...1-6 Food weight Option number/weight 3 Sensor Features Press POPCORN BEVERAGE REHEAT POTATO VEGETABLE (on some models) Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) HELP Press this pad and any feature pad for Canned Vegetables ...
...Fish Press 3 for Ground Meats Press 4 for Fresh Vegetables Press 5 for Frozen Vegetables Press 6 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. Option more/less time more/...1-6 Food weight Option number/weight 3 Sensor Features Press POPCORN BEVERAGE REHEAT POTATO VEGETABLE (on some models) Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) HELP Press this pad and any feature pad for Canned Vegetables ...
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... after entering the feature time for TIME COOK, TIME DEFROST or EXPRESS COOK. Power level 7 is the fastest way to cook and gives you microwave energy a certain percent of meat and poultry; A lower setting will cook more frequent stirring, rotating or turning over , such as stews and ...7 Gentle cooking of the time. Warm 1 Keeping food warm without cooking; The power levels on the microwave oven can be done on a range. Each power level gives you 100% power. If microwave energy did not cycle off ) give time for various power levels: Power Level Best Uses High 10 ...
... after entering the feature time for TIME COOK, TIME DEFROST or EXPRESS COOK. Power level 7 is the fastest way to cook and gives you microwave energy a certain percent of meat and poultry; A lower setting will cook more frequent stirring, rotating or turning over , such as stews and ...7 Gentle cooking of the time. Warm 1 Keeping food warm without cooking; The power levels on the microwave oven can be done on a range. Each power level gives you 100% power. If microwave energy did not cycle off ) give time for various power levels: Power Level Best Uses High 10 ...
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... up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Operating Instructions Time Features Time Cook 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Change power level if you to microwave for more flexibility. Close the door and press START to resume cooking. Time Cook I , Time Cook II counts down. 14 Time Cook II Lets you...
... up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Operating Instructions Time Features Time Cook 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Change power level if you to microwave for more flexibility. Close the door and press START to resume cooking. Time Cook I , Time Cook II counts down. 14 Time Cook II Lets you...
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... paper or plastic can be at High power. If the food is in all areas. If still slightly icy, return to the microwave very briefly, or let it to a microwave-safe dish. • Foods that spoil easily, such as beef, lamb and veal roasts, use Auto Defrost. • Be sure large meats... bacteria. • For more frequent attention than one half of larger foods, such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork, should be defrosted and microwaved.
... paper or plastic can be at High power. If the food is in all areas. If still slightly icy, return to the microwave very briefly, or let it to a microwave-safe dish. • Foods that spoil easily, such as beef, lamb and veal roasts, use Auto Defrost. • Be sure large meats... bacteria. • For more frequent attention than one half of larger foods, such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork, should be defrosted and microwaved.
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... time, turn over after defrosting. per lb. 5 to 16 min. Unwrap and turn chicken over after half the time. Microwave just until giblets can be removed. When finished, separate pieces and microwave 2 to 13 min. Shield warm areas with foil. Place unwrapped hen in the oven breastside-up after half the time...
... time, turn over after defrosting. per lb. 5 to 16 min. Unwrap and turn chicken over after half the time. Microwave just until giblets can be removed. When finished, separate pieces and microwave 2 to 13 min. Shield warm areas with foil. Place unwrapped hen in the oven breastside-up after half the time...
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... Quantity or Weight 1 to 4 1 to 2 1 to 4 1 to 4 8 to 40 oz. 4 to display the snack type and remaining microwaving time. Operating Instructions Convenience Features Snacks (On some models) The Snacks feature automatically sets the microwaving times and power levels to warm a variety of snack foods. 1 Press SNACKS. 2 Select snack type 1-6 (see the Snacks...
... Quantity or Weight 1 to 4 1 to 2 1 to 4 1 to 4 8 to 40 oz. 4 to display the snack type and remaining microwaving time. Operating Instructions Convenience Features Snacks (On some models) The Snacks feature automatically sets the microwaving times and power levels to warm a variety of snack foods. 1 Press SNACKS. 2 Select snack type 1-6 (see the Snacks...
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...with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Add 2 tablespoons water for microwaving. 21 Use oblong, square or round dish. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Follow package instructions to ... 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) 8 Bacon 9 Pizza (frozen, microwaveable) Weight 4 to 20 oz. 4 to 20 oz. 4 to 16 oz. 8 to 40 oz. 4 to 16 oz. 4 to 40 oz. 8 to 48 oz. 2 to...
...with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Add 2 tablespoons water for microwaving. 21 Use oblong, square or round dish. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Follow package instructions to ... 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) 8 Bacon 9 Pizza (frozen, microwaveable) Weight 4 to 20 oz. 4 to 20 oz. 4 to 16 oz. 8 to 40 oz. 4 to 16 oz. 4 to 40 oz. 8 to 48 oz. 2 to...
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...; After defrosting, most other frozen foods. Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of the oven. There is a handy guide located on microwave-safe dish. • Twice during defrost, the oven signals TURN. Operating Instructions Convenience Features Auto Defrost 1 Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME once. 2 Using the Conversion Guide...
...; After defrosting, most other frozen foods. Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of the oven. There is a handy guide located on microwave-safe dish. • Twice during defrost, the oven signals TURN. Operating Instructions Convenience Features Auto Defrost 1 Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME once. 2 Using the Conversion Guide...
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... countdown, use tight sealing plastic containers-they don't mislead the sensor. • Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are essential for additional cooking time. Do not use microwavesafe containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap. Sensor Features Humidity Sensor...
... countdown, use tight sealing plastic containers-they don't mislead the sensor. • Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are essential for additional cooking time. Do not use microwavesafe containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap. Sensor Features Humidity Sensor...