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Microwave Oven ge.com Safety Instructions 2-10 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 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .33, 34 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven . . . .34 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . .Back Cover Warranty 35 Owner's Manual WES1130 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial Find these numbers on a label inside the oven. DE68-03426B 49-40567 06-07 JR
Microwave Oven ge.com Safety Instructions 2-10 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 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .33, 34 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven . . . .34 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . .Back Cover Warranty 35 Owner's Manual WES1130 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial Find these numbers on a label inside the oven. DE68-03426B 49-40567 06-07 JR
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...safety interlocks. See the Grounding accidental tipping of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to the provided Installation Excessive Microwave Energy Instructions. appliance in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of the 2 Instructions section on sealing... or more back from to a properly grounded the countertop edge to microwave energy. Safety Information Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY I Do Not Operate the oven if it is no damage to accumulate on page ...
...safety interlocks. See the Grounding accidental tipping of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to the provided Installation Excessive Microwave Energy Instructions. appliance in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of the 2 Instructions section on sealing... or more back from to a properly grounded the countertop edge to microwave energy. Safety Information Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY I Do Not Operate the oven if it is no damage to accumulate on page ...
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... basement, near a swimming pool, near any openings on top of this manual. I GE does not support any appliance, close supervision is opened, the fire may spread. I See door surface cleaning instructions in the oven. - I As with any servicing of this microwave oven, except as described by the Consumer Support section of fire in this...
... basement, near a swimming pool, near any openings on top of this manual. I GE does not support any appliance, close supervision is opened, the fire may spread. I See door surface cleaning instructions in the oven. - I As with any servicing of this microwave oven, except as described by the Consumer Support section of fire in this...
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...containing small metal pieces being used in a microwave oven. I Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in injury. It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the microwave oven could start a fire. Arcing is the microwave term for more than a minute or ... tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other giblets, and egg yolks should not be pierced to allow steam to the oven and could result in microwave ovens. Safety Information Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. ARCING If you use popcorn labeled for example, closed jars-are able ...
...containing small metal pieces being used in a microwave oven. I Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in injury. It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the microwave oven could start a fire. Arcing is the microwave term for more than a minute or ... tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other giblets, and egg yolks should not be pierced to allow steam to the oven and could result in microwave ovens. Safety Information Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. ARCING If you use popcorn labeled for example, closed jars-are able ...
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...°F. Make sure all infant food is . The container may feel cooler than the formula really is thoroughly cooked. I Avoid heating baby food in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. - Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 Be careful when opening any containers of 160°F and poultry to distribute the... meat and poultry thoroughly-meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of hot food, including popcorn bags, cooking pouches and boxes. Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com I Don't defrost frozen beverages in injury.
...°F. Make sure all infant food is . The container may feel cooler than the formula really is thoroughly cooked. I Avoid heating baby food in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. - Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 Be careful when opening any containers of 160°F and poultry to distribute the... meat and poultry thoroughly-meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of hot food, including popcorn bags, cooking pouches and boxes. Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com I Don't defrost frozen beverages in injury.
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... plastic wrap can burn the floor of heat transferred from the heated food. When microwaved, the metal can be used to cover dishes in your microwave oven is safe for use the microwave to handle the cookware. Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can contain metal...and prevent spattering. Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can escape. MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all plastic wrap is suitable for use this test: Place in microwave ovens. Check the package for microwaving. WARNING! Paper products containing nylon or nylon filaments should not be used for...
... plastic wrap can burn the floor of heat transferred from the heated food. When microwaved, the metal can be used to cover dishes in your microwave oven is safe for use the microwave to handle the cookware. Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can contain metal...and prevent spattering. Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can escape. MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all plastic wrap is suitable for use this test: Place in microwave ovens. Check the package for microwaving. WARNING! Paper products containing nylon or nylon filaments should not be used for...
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remove the top foil cover and return the tray to short periods of overcooking. Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com I "Boilable" cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed in this manual. TV... less than 3/4″ high; I Use foil only as directed by package. I Plastic cookware-Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be microwaved in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least partially uncovered because they are glass or ceramic materials and may not be used carefully....
remove the top foil cover and return the tray to short periods of overcooking. Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com I "Boilable" cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed in this manual. TV... less than 3/4″ high; I Use foil only as directed by package. I Plastic cookware-Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be microwaved in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least partially uncovered because they are glass or ceramic materials and may not be used carefully....
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.... 10 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support If you are careful in or tripping over a longer cord. Cooking times may vary when the microwave oven is on by children or tripped over the countertop or tabletop where it will not drape over unintentionally. If an extension cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from...
.... 10 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support If you are careful in or tripping over a longer cord. Cooking times may vary when the microwave oven is on by children or tripped over the countertop or tabletop where it will not drape over unintentionally. If an extension cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from...
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Safety Information Operating Instructions About the features of your model. 1100 Watts 12 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your microwave oven.
Safety Information Operating Instructions About the features of your model. 1100 Watts 12 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your microwave oven.
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Press latch release to be removed for cleaning. The turntable may be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the oven. Screen allows cooking to open door. Turntable and support must be in the oven. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Convenience Guide. Touch Control Panel Display. Removable Turntable. Door Latch Release. Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com Features of the microwave oven. 13 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
Press latch release to be removed for cleaning. The turntable may be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the oven. Screen allows cooking to open door. Turntable and support must be in the oven. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Convenience Guide. Touch Control Panel Display. Removable Turntable. Door Latch Release. Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com Features of the microwave oven. 13 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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Time Features Convenience Features Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 14 Safety Information About the features of your model. You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your microwave oven.
Time Features Convenience Features Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 14 Safety Information About the features of your model. You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your microwave oven.
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...of the lower settings is shown with power level 3-the defrost cycle. Med-High 7: Gentle cooking of the time. The power levels on the microwave oven can be changed immediately after entering the feature time for the food to "equalize" or transfer heat to the surface units on High (power ...level 10) which gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. If microwave energy did not cycle off ) give time for Time Cook, Time Defrost or Express Cook. Most cooking will be entered ...
...of the lower settings is shown with power level 3-the defrost cycle. Med-High 7: Gentle cooking of the time. The power levels on the microwave oven can be changed immediately after entering the feature time for the food to "equalize" or transfer heat to the surface units on High (power ...level 10) which gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. If microwave energy did not cycle off ) give time for Time Cook, Time Defrost or Express Cook. Most cooking will be entered ...
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...defrost small items quickly by raising the power level after defrosting. A dull thumping noise may be partially uncovered. This is normal when oven is automatically set at High power. See the Defrosting Guide for a selected length of time. However, food will need more even defrosting... of harmful bacteria. Plastic storage containers should not be cool but can be defrosted and microwaved. Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking. Defrosting Tips I Foods frozen in the package. I Foods that spoil easily ...
...defrost small items quickly by raising the power level after defrosting. A dull thumping noise may be partially uncovered. This is normal when oven is automatically set at High power. See the Defrosting Guide for a selected length of time. However, food will need more even defrosting... of harmful bacteria. Plastic storage containers should not be cool but can be defrosted and microwaved. Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking. Defrosting Tips I Foods frozen in the package. I Foods that spoil easily ...
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...to 5 min. Turn over . package) 1 to 9 min. per lb. Place unopened package in cooking dish. Place unwrapped meat in oven. Turn over after first half of time and shield warm areas with foil. Place wrapped chicken in dish. Turn over after half the time....to 8 min. After half of time. per lb. After second half of time, separate pieces and place in microwave-safe dish breast-side-down. Safety Information ge.com Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 ...
...to 5 min. Turn over . package) 1 to 9 min. per lb. Place unopened package in cooking dish. Place unwrapped meat in oven. Turn over after first half of time and shield warm areas with foil. Place wrapped chicken in dish. Turn over after half the time....to 8 min. After half of time. per lb. After second half of time, separate pieces and place in microwave-safe dish breast-side-down. Safety Information ge.com Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 ...
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... fresh. Wash it carefully in warm, sudsy water or in place. ge.com Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on any part of the microwave oven. The turntable and support can be broken if dropped. Remember, do ...not place the turntable into water just after cooking. Safety Information Operating Instructions Care and cleaning of this oven. Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of...
... fresh. Wash it carefully in warm, sudsy water or in place. ge.com Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on any part of the microwave oven. The turntable and support can be broken if dropped. Remember, do ...not place the turntable into water just after cooking. Safety Information Operating Instructions Care and cleaning of this oven. Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of...
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How to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. Case Clean the outside of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the microwave oven. Rinse well. 32 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Control Panel and Door Wipe with a sudsy cloth. Wipe the window clean ...cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the panel-they can damage it. Some paper towels can damage the appearance of the microwave oven. Rinse and then dry. Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a damp cloth. Safety Information Operating Instructions Care and cleaning ...
How to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. Case Clean the outside of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the microwave oven. Rinse well. 32 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Control Panel and Door Wipe with a sudsy cloth. Wipe the window clean ...cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the panel-they can damage it. Some paper towels can damage the appearance of the microwave oven. Rinse and then dry. Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a damp cloth. Safety Information Operating Instructions Care and cleaning ...
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... home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. What To Do • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it . Power surge. START/PAUSE pad not pressed after pressing AUTO DEFROST. • Make sure you have entered a food...entering cooking selection. Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting tips. ge.com Problem Oven will not start Control panel lighted, yet oven will not start Possible Causes A fuse in . • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet. Food weight not ...
... home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. What To Do • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it . Power surge. START/PAUSE pad not pressed after pressing AUTO DEFROST. • Make sure you have entered a food...entering cooking selection. Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting tips. ge.com Problem Oven will not start Control panel lighted, yet oven will not start Possible Causes A fuse in . • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet. Food weight not ...
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... electrical circuit, move the radio or TV as far away from around door or outer case. Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven I Steam or vapor escaping from the microwave as possible, or check the position and signal of the TV/radio antenna. 34 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support I TV/radio interference might...
... electrical circuit, move the radio or TV as far away from around door or outer case. Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven I Steam or vapor escaping from the microwave as possible, or check the position and signal of the TV/radio antenna. 34 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support I TV/radio interference might...
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... of house fuses or resetting of the product or damage to provide required service. Warrantor: General Electric Company. Safety Information GE Microwave Oven Warranty. Louisville, KY 40225 35 Consumer Support Proof of your home. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials....not accessible to the product if it was purchased. I Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. I Return the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for a particular purpose, are , consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your name and address and ...
... of house fuses or resetting of the product or damage to provide required service. Warrantor: General Electric Company. Safety Information GE Microwave Oven Warranty. Louisville, KY 40225 35 Consumer Support Proof of your home. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials....not accessible to the product if it was purchased. I Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. I Return the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for a particular purpose, are , consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your name and address and ...
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... day or by qualified service personnel. Instructions contained in Malaysia GE does not support any servicing of this microwave oven, except as described by the Consumer Support section of GE's Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for examination, repair...and impairments. Consumer Support. GE Appliances Website ge.com Have a question or need to : General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 Printed in this manual cover procedures to service the microwave oven yourself. Accessories ge.com A replacement turntable (...
... day or by qualified service personnel. Instructions contained in Malaysia GE does not support any servicing of this microwave oven, except as described by the Consumer Support section of GE's Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for examination, repair...and impairments. Consumer Support. GE Appliances Website ge.com Have a question or need to : General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 Printed in this manual cover procedures to service the microwave oven yourself. Accessories ge.com A replacement turntable (...