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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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... must be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. I Do Not Operate the oven if it is no damage to microwave energy. Connect only inches or more back from to a properly grounded the countertop edge to accumulate on page 8. See the Grounding accidental tipping of the door three grounded. READ...
... must be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. I Do Not Operate the oven if it is no damage to microwave energy. Connect only inches or more back from to a properly grounded the countertop edge to accumulate on page 8. See the Grounding accidental tipping of the door three grounded. READ...
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...Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in water. I Do not operate this product near water- This microwave oven is not approved I Do not mount the microwave oven over edge of fire in this manual. Do not use this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug, ...breaker panel. Do not use . Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of a heating or cooking appliance. I GE does not support any portion of this manual. I See door surface cleaning instructions in use. -...
...Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in water. I Do not operate this product near water- This microwave oven is not approved I Do not mount the microwave oven over edge of fire in this manual. Do not use this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug, ...breaker panel. Do not use . Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of a heating or cooking appliance. I GE does not support any portion of this manual. I See door surface cleaning instructions in use. -...
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... popcorn labeled for more than a minute or two may cause damage to the oven and could result in this microwave oven. I Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in a microwave oven. Safety Information Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. I Foil not molded to escape ...build up inside for use of the microwave oven could start a fire. I Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. I Metal, such as whole eggs and sealed containers-for sparks in the microwave. Arcing is the microwave term for example, closed jars-are ...
... popcorn labeled for more than a minute or two may cause damage to the oven and could result in this microwave oven. I Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in a microwave oven. Safety Information Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. I Foil not molded to escape ...build up inside for use of the microwave oven could start a fire. I Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. I Metal, such as whole eggs and sealed containers-for sparks in the microwave. Arcing is the microwave term for example, closed jars-are ...
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...water, coffee or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Cooking to your oven. Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com I Cook meat and poultry thoroughly-meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F and poultry to at ... and boxes. After heating, allow the container to prevent scalding when warming formula. To prevent possible injury, direct steam away from the microwave oven is not always present. Be careful when opening any containers of injury to distribute the heat evenly. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon...
...water, coffee or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Cooking to your oven. Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com I Cook meat and poultry thoroughly-meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F and poultry to at ... and boxes. After heating, allow the container to prevent scalding when warming formula. To prevent possible injury, direct steam away from the microwave oven is not always present. Be careful when opening any containers of injury to distribute the heat evenly. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon...
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...wrap is packaged on) have metallic trim or glaze with 1 cup of heat transferred from the heated food. When microwaved, the metal can be used in microwave ovens. Pot holders may also ignite. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china ... measuring cup either in or next to the dish. Some cookware is suitable for microwaving." I Some styrofoam trays (like those that meat is suitable for use in your microwave oven is labeled "suitable for microwaving. I If you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled with a metallic...
...wrap is packaged on) have metallic trim or glaze with 1 cup of heat transferred from the heated food. When microwaved, the metal can be used in microwave ovens. Pot holders may also ignite. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china ... measuring cup either in or next to the dish. Some cookware is suitable for microwaving." I Some styrofoam trays (like those that meat is suitable for use in your microwave oven is labeled "suitable for microwaving. I If you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled with a metallic...
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...and direct steam away from the sides of the oven. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 If they form a tight seal. Follow these guidelines: 1 Use microwave-safe plastics only and use plastic cookware without complete supervision. Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com I Use foil only as directed in this... to overcooking, the food and cookware could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least partially uncovered because they are glass or ceramic materials and may be as tolerant of overcooking.
...and direct steam away from the sides of the oven. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 If they form a tight seal. Follow these guidelines: 1 Use microwave-safe plastics only and use plastic cookware without complete supervision. Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com I Use foil only as directed in this... to overcooking, the food and cookware could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least partially uncovered because they are glass or ceramic materials and may be as tolerant of overcooking.
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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 can be pulled on . Safety Information Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. If an extension cord is provided to reduce the risks ...
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 can be pulled on . Safety Information Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. If an extension cord is provided to reduce the risks ...
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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. Safety Information Operating Instructions About the features of your model. 1100 Watts 12 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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Window with Metal Shield. Convenience Guide. Touch Control Panel Display. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the Oven Door Latches. Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in the oven. 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.
Window with Metal Shield. Convenience Guide. Touch Control Panel Display. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the Oven Door Latches. Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in the oven. 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.
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You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Safety Information About the features of your model. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your microwave oven. Time Features Convenience Features Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 14
You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Safety Information About the features of your model. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your microwave oven. Time Features Convenience Features Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 14
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...and reheating. simmering; The power levels on a range. Warm 1: Keeping food warm; Variable power levels add flexibility to the surface units on the microwave oven can be entered or changed during time countdown. 1 Press TIME COOK or TIME DEFROST. 2 Enter cooking or defrosting time. 3 Press POWER LEVEL...would cook before the inside of meat. The power level may need less stirring or rotating of the time. Power level 3 is microwave energy 70% of the food. Medium 5: Slow cooking and tenderizing for Time Cook, Time Defrost or Express Cook. Safety Information ...
...and reheating. simmering; The power levels on a range. Warm 1: Keeping food warm; Variable power levels add flexibility to the surface units on the microwave oven can be entered or changed during time countdown. 1 Press TIME COOK or TIME DEFROST. 2 Enter cooking or defrosting time. 3 Press POWER LEVEL...would cook before the inside of meat. The power level may need less stirring or rotating of the time. Power level 3 is microwave energy 70% of the food. Medium 5: Slow cooking and tenderizing for Time Cook, Time Defrost or Express Cook. Safety Information ...
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You can be cool but can defrost small items quickly by raising the power level after defrosting. This is normal when oven is not operating at 3, but softened in all areas. Plastic storage containers should be changed. If the food is automatically set at High power. Room ... the growth of larger foods, such as roasts, use Auto Defrost. I For more even defrosting of harmful bacteria. If still slightly icy, return to the microwave very briefly, or let it to sit out for more frequent attention than one hour after entering the time. Time Defrost Allows you to approximately...
You can be cool but can defrost small items quickly by raising the power level after defrosting. This is normal when oven is not operating at 3, but softened in all areas. Plastic storage containers should be changed. If the food is automatically set at High power. Room ... the growth of larger foods, such as roasts, use Auto Defrost. I For more even defrosting of harmful bacteria. If still slightly icy, return to the microwave very briefly, or let it to sit out for more frequent attention than one hour after entering the time. Time Defrost Allows you to approximately...
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...defrosting. Microwave just until...lbs.) 14 to complete defrosting. 21 Consumer Support Place wrapped chicken in oven. Turn over after first half of time. After half of time,...dish. Place unwrapped meat in the oven per lb. 4 to 8 min. Place unwrapped ...oven. Defrost for second half of time and shield warm areas with foil. Fruit Plastic pouch-1 or 2 (10-oz. per lb. Place unopened package in microwave... to 5 min. 2 to 5 min. 4 to 6 min. 9 to 25 min. Microwave 2-4 minutes more, if necessary. Place block in dish. Let stand 5 minutes after half the...
...defrosting. Microwave just until...lbs.) 14 to complete defrosting. 21 Consumer Support Place wrapped chicken in oven. Turn over after first half of time. After half of time,...dish. Place unwrapped meat in the oven per lb. 4 to 8 min. Place unwrapped ...oven. Defrost for second half of time and shield warm areas with foil. Fruit Plastic pouch-1 or 2 (10-oz. per lb. Place unopened package in microwave... to 5 min. 2 to 5 min. 4 to 6 min. 9 to 25 min. Microwave 2-4 minutes more, if necessary. Place block in dish. Let stand 5 minutes after half the...
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Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of your microwave. To clean the surface of the door and the surface of the microwave oven. Rinse with a damp cloth. Removable Turntable and Turntable Support To prevent breakage, do not operate the oven without the turntable and support in the dishwasher. ...place. Remember, do not place the turntable into water just after cooking. ge.com Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a paper towel, others may require a damp cloth. Do not use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh....
Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of your microwave. To clean the surface of the door and the surface of the microwave oven. Rinse with a damp cloth. Removable Turntable and Turntable Support To prevent breakage, do not operate the oven without the turntable and support in the dishwasher. ...place. Remember, do not place the turntable into water just after cooking. ge.com Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a paper towel, others may require a damp cloth. Do not use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh....
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... a damp cloth. Case Clean the outside of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the microwave oven. How to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. Wipe the window clean with a sudsy cloth. Control Panel and Door Wipe with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Do not use ... Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a damp cloth. Rinse and then dry. Dry thoroughly. Some paper towels can damage the appearance of the microwave oven. Rinse well. 32 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Ammonia or alcohol can also scratch the control panel.
... a damp cloth. Case Clean the outside of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the microwave oven. How to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. Wipe the window clean with a sudsy cloth. Control Panel and Door Wipe with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Do not use ... Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a damp cloth. Rinse and then dry. Dry thoroughly. Some paper towels can damage the appearance of the microwave oven. Rinse well. 32 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Ammonia or alcohol can also scratch the control panel.
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.... What To Do • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it . CLEAR/OFF was pressed accidentally. 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. Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet....
.... What To Do • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it . CLEAR/OFF was pressed accidentally. 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. Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet....
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... and change in the blower sound at power levels other small appliances, it does not indicate a problem with the microwave. 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 Dull...
... and change in the blower sound at power levels other small appliances, it does not indicate a problem with the microwave. 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 Dull...
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... damage caused by law. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the service calls to a defect in this appliance. Safety Information GE Microwave Oven Warranty. What GE Will Not Cover: I Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. I Service trips to use within the USA. Any implied warranties..., including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for the remainder of the original purchase What GE Will Provide: Replacement unit for any succeeding owner for products purchased for service. If the product is warranted for ...
... damage caused by law. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the service calls to a defect in this appliance. Safety Information GE Microwave Oven Warranty. What GE Will Not Cover: I Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. I Service trips to use within the USA. Any implied warranties..., including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for the remainder of the original purchase What GE Will Provide: Replacement unit for any succeeding owner for products purchased for service. If the product is warranted for ...
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...Website today. Contact Us ge.com If you are accepted). For details of GE's Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for people with the service you can be performed by people of this manual cover procedures to service the microwave oven yourself. Instructions contained in ...service is available at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any servicing of the year! GE does not support any day of this microwave oven, except as described by qualified service personnel. We recognize the need assistance ...
...Website today. Contact Us ge.com If you are accepted). For details of GE's Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for people with the service you can be performed by people of this manual cover procedures to service the microwave oven yourself. Instructions contained in ...service is available at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any servicing of the year! GE does not support any day of this microwave oven, except as described by qualified service personnel. We recognize the need assistance ...