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Safety Instructions ........ 2-6
Operating Instructions
Convenience Features ...... 13-15
Microwave Terms .............. 18
Oven Features ................ 7, 8
Other Features ............. 16, 17
Power Levels .................... 9
Time Features .............. 10-12
Care and Cleaning ......... 19
Troubleshooting Tips ...... 2o
Things That Are Normal ........ 20
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ...... Back Cover
Product Registration ......... 21, 22
Warranty ...................... 23
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Youcan find them on a label inside the
oven,
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JEST 740
JEST 742
49-40646-2 11-13 GE
IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.
READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
AWARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock,
or to prevent property damage, personal inJury, or loss of life.
PRECAUTIONS TOA VOID POSSIBLEEXPOSURE
TOEXCESSIVEMICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do NotAttempt to operate this oven with the door
open since open-door operation can result in harmful
exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to
defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do NotPlace any object between the oven front
face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged. It is
particularly important that the oven door close properly
and that there is no damage to the:
(1)door (bent),
(2)hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
(3)door sealsand sealing surfaces.
(d) The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by
anyone except properly qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following.
[] Readand follow the specific precautions in the
PRECAUTIONSTOAVOIDPOSSIBLEEXPOSURETO
EXCESSIVEMICROWAVEENERGYsection above.
[] This appliance must be grounded. Connect only
to a properly grounded outlet. See the GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONSsection on page 5.
[] Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the
provided installation instructions.
[] Be certain to place the front surface of the door 3" or more
back from the countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping
of the appliance in normal usage.
[] This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine
use,
[] Do not mount this appliance over a sink.
[] Do not mount the microwave oven over or near any
portion of a heating or cooking appliance.
[] Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave
oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
[] Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power
cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
[] Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
[] Use this appliance only for its intended use as described
in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors
in this appliance. This microwave oven is specifically
designed to heat, dry or cook food, and is not intended for
laboratory or industrial use.
[] Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this
product near water-for example, in a wet basement, near
a swimming pool, near a sink or in similar locations.
[] Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.
[] Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.
[] Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter.
[] To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity;
-Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance
when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are
placed inside the oven while cooking.
-Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or
plastic containers before placing them in the oven.
- Do not use the oven for storage purposes. Do not leave
paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when
not in use.
- If materials inside the 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.
If the door is opened, the fire may spread.
[] See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and
cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual.
[] This appliance must only be serviced by qualified service
personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility
for examination, repair or adjustment.
[] As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary
when used by children.
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ARCING
If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFFpad and correct the problem.
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven.
Arcing is caused by:
[] Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
[] Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act
like antennas).
[] Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins or gold-
rimmed dishes, in the microwave.
[] Recycled paper towels containing small metal
pieces being used in the microwave.
FOODS
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Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven
unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory
or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in
microwave ovens.
Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
containers-for example, closedjars-are able
to explode and should not be heated inthis
microwave oven.Such use of the microwave oven
could result in injury.
Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure will
build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst,
possibly resulting in injury.
Operating the microwave with no food inside for
more than a minute or two may cause damage
to the oven and could start a fire. It increases the
heat around the magnetron and can shorten
the life of the oven.
Foods with unbroken outer "skin" such as potatoes,
hot dogs, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken
livers and other giblets and egg yolks should be
pierced to allow steam to escape
during cooking.
Avoid heating baby food in glass jars, even
with the lid off. Make sure all infant food is
thoroughly cooked. Stir food to distribute the heat
evenly. Be careful to prevent scalding
when warming formula. The container may feel
cooler than the formula really is.Always test the
formula before feeding the baby.
Don't defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked
bottles (especially carbonated beverages). Even
if the container is opened, pressure can build up.
This can cause the container to burst, possibly
resulting in injury.
[] SUPERHEATEDWATER
Liquids,such as water, coffee or tea are able to
be overheatedbeyond the boiling point without
appearing to be boiling, Visiblebubbling or boiling
when the container is removed from the microwave
oven is not always present, THISCOULDRESULT
IN VERYHOTLIQUIDSSUDDENLYBOILINGOVER
WHENTHECONTAINERISDISTURBEDORA SPOON
OROTHERUTENSILIS INSERTEDINTO
THELIQUID,
To reduce the riskof injury to persons:
- Do not overheat the liquid.
- Stir the liquid both before and halfway through
heating it.
- Do not use straight-sided container with narrow
necks.
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After heating, allow the container to stand in the
microwave oven for a short time before removing
the container.
Useextreme care when inserting a spoon or other
utensil into the container.
Hot foods and steam can cause burns. Becareful
when opening any containers of hot food, including
popcorn bags. cooking pouches and boxes.To
prevent possible injury,direct steam away from
hands and face.
Do not overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate
and catch fire, causing damage to your oven.
Cook meat and poultry thoroughly-meat to at
least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F and
poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature
of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually
protects against foodborne illness.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
,& WARNING!
MICROWA VE-SAFECOOKWARE
Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven
is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles,
cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery
or china dinnerware which does not have metallic
trim or glaze with a metallic sheen
can be used. Some cookware is labeled "suitable
for microwaving."
[] Ifyou are not sure ifa dish is microwave-safe,
use this test; Place in the oven both the dish
you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled
with ! cup of water-set the measuring cup either
in or next to the dish. Microwave
30-45 seconds at high. If the dish heats,
it should not be used for microwaving.
If the dish remains cool and only the water in
the cup heats, then the dish is microwave-safe.
If you use a meat thermometer while cooking,
make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.
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Do not use recycled paper products. Recycled
paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can
contain metal flecks which may cause arcing
or ignite. Paper products containing nylon or nylon
filaments should be avoided, as they
may also ignite.
Some styrofoam trays (like those that meat
is packaged on) have a thin strip of metal
embedded in the bottom. When microwaved,
the metal can burn the floor of the oven or
ignite a paper towel.
Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers.
Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave
ovens. Check the package for
proper use.
Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap
can be used to cover dishes in order to retain
moisture and prevent spattering. Be sure to
vent plastic wrap so steam can escape.
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Cookware may become hot because of heat
transferred from the heated food. Pot holders may
be needed to handle the cookware.
"Boilable" cooking pouches and tightly closed
plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented
as directed by package. If they are not, plastic
could burst during or immediately after cooking,
possibly resulting in injury. Also, plastic storage
containers should be at least partially uncovered
because they form a tight seal. When cooking
with containers tightly covered with plastic wrap,
remove covering carefully and direct steam away
from hands and face.
Use foil only as directed in this guide. TV dinners
may be microwaved in foil trays less than 3/4"
high; remove the top foil cover and return the tray
to the box. When using foil in the microwave oven,
keep the foil at least 1" away from the sides of the
oven,
Plastic cookware-Plastic cookware designed for
microwave cooking is very useful, but should be
used carefully. Even microwave-safe plastic may
not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as
are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or
char if subjected to short periods of overcooking.
In longer exposures to overcooking, the food and
cookware could ignite.
Follow these guidelines:
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Use microwave-safe plastics only and use
them in strict compliance with the cookware
manufacturer's recommendations.
Do not microwave empty containers.
Do not permit children to use plastic cookware
without complete supervision.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTION$
WARNING<mnroneruseof the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
This appliance must be grounded, In the event of an
electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire
for the electric current,
This appliance is equipped with a power cord having
a grounding wire with a grounding plug, The plug
must be plugged into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded,
Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if
the GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONSare not completely
understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet,
it is your personal responsibility and obligation
to have it replaced with a properly grounded
3-prong wall outlet,
Do not under any circumstances cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord,
We do not recommend using an extension cord with
this appliance, If the power cord is too
short, have a qualified electrician or service technician
install an outlet near the appliance,
(See EXTENSIONCORDS section,)
For best operation, plug this appliance into its
own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights,
blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker,
ADAPTER PLUGS
Usage situations where appliance's power cord will be disconnected infrequently.
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions,
we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug.
However, if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes
permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTIONmay be made to a properly
grounded wall receptacle by the use of a UL listed adapter
which is available at most local hardware stores,
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in
the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of
the power cord,
(Adapterplugsnot
permitted in Canada) _
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Alignlarge I _fl_ :I
Ensureproperground
TEMPORARY andfirmconnection
METHOD beforeuse.
CAUTION: Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wa//receptacle cover screw does not ground
the appliance unless the cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and the wa//receptacle is grounded
through the house wiring.
You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded,
When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the adapter with one hand, If this
is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use, Should this happen,
DO NOT USEthe appliance until a proper ground has again been established,
Usage situations where appliance's power cord will be disconnected frequently.
Do not use an adapter plug in these situations because frequent disconnection of the power cord places
undue strain on the adapter and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal, You should
have the 2-prong wall receptacle replaced with a 3-prong (grounding) receptacle by a qualified electrician
before using the appliance,
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
AWARNING!
EXTENSION CORDS
Ashort power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled inor tripping over
a longer cord.
Extension cords m(]y be used if you (]re c(]reful in using them.
If (]n extension cord is used-
The m(]rked electric(]l r(]ting of the extension cord should be (]t le(]st (]s gre(]t (]s the electric(]l r(]ting of the
appliance;
The extension cord must be (] grounding-type 3-wire cord (]nd it must be plugged into (] 3-slot outlet;
The extension cord should be (]rr(]nged so th(]t it will not dr(]pe over the countertop or t(]bletop where it
can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
Ifyou use (]n extension cord, the interior light m(]y flicker (]ndthe blower sound m(]y v(]ry when the microw(]ve
oven is on. Cooking times may be longer, too.
READAND FOLLOW THISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLX
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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About the features of your microwave oven. GEAppliances.com
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
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Features of the Oven
Door La tches.
Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows
cooking to be viewed while keeping
microwaves confined in the oven,
Convenience Guide.
Touch Control Panel Display.
DoorLatch Release. Presslatch release to
open door,
Removable Turntable. Turntable and support
must be in place when using the oven, The
turntable may be removed for cleaning,
Removable Turntable Support. The turntable
support must be in place when using the oven,
NOTE."Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are
located on the inside walls of the microwave oven,
About the features of your microwave oven.
Youcan microwave by time or with the convenience features. Not all features on all models.
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Cooking Controls
Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.
Time Features
Press Enter
Time Cook Amount of cooking time
Pressnumber pads
TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time
POWERLEVEL Power level 1 to 10
EXPRESSCOOK Starts immediately!
Convenience Features
Press Enter Option
POPCORN Starts immediately! 3.5oz,or 3 oz.
Pressonce,or twice
BEVERAGE Starts immediately! 4 oz,8 oz,12 oz, or 16 oz
Pressone, two, three,
or four times
REHEAT Enter cook
Pressonce see Cooking Guide
TIMECOOK Enter Cooking Time
Pressonce
TIME DEFROST Enter DefrostTime
Pressonce
PIZZA Starts immediately!
Press1-4
POTATO Starts immediately! 1, 2, 3,or 4 potatoes
Press1-4
VEGETABLE Enter code
Pressonce see About the Convenience Features
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Express Cook
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Changing the Power Level
The power level may be entered or
changed before entering the time for
Time Cook,
Press TIME COOK and enter cooking
time,
N Press POWER LEVEL and select power
level /to 10
_ Press STARI_
Variable power levels add flexibility to
microwave cooking, The power levels on
the microwave oven can be compared to
the surface units on a range, Each power
level gives you microwave energy a certain
percent of the time, Power level 7 is
microwave energy 70% of the time, Power
level 3 is energy 30% of the time, Most
cooking will be done on HI which gives you
100% power, Hl power level (Power Level
10) will cook faster but food may need more
frequent stirring, rotating or turning over,
A lower setting will cook more evenly and
need less stirring or rotating of the food,
Some foods may have better flavor, texture
or appearance if one of the lower settings is
used, Use a lower power level when cooking
foods that have a tendency to boil over, such
as scalloped potatoes,
Rest periods (when the microwave energy
cycles off) give time for the food to "equalize"
or transfer heat to the inside
of the food. An example of this is shown with
power level 3-the defrost cycle.
If microwave energy did not cycle off,
the outside of the food would cook before
the inside was defrosted,
Here are some examples of uses for various
power levels;
H/- Power Level 10: Fish,bacon, vegetables,
boiling liquids,
Meal-High -Power Level 7." Gentle cooking
of meat and poultry; baking casseroles and
reheating,
Medium -Power Level 5: Slow cooking and
tenderizing for stews and less tender cuts of
meat,
Low -Power Level2 or 3: Defrosting;
simmering; delicate sauces,
Warm -Power Level 1: Keeping food warm;
softening butter,
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About the time features.
iExpress Cook 1
1 2 3
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Time Cook
Allows you to microwave for any time up
to 99 minutes and 99 seconds,
HIpower level is automatically set, but you
moy chonge it for more flexibility.
H Press TIME COOK
Enter cooking time,
_'_ Press STARI]
You may open the door during Time Cook
to check the food, Close the door and
press STARTto resume cooking,
Defrosting and Cooking
You can program the oven to automatically
begin Time Cook after defrosting.
U ress TIME DEFROST and select food
weight, then press TIME COOK and enter
cooking time.
p_ ress POWER LEVEL. Enter 1-10. Change
power level if you don't want full power.
OPTIONAL -Time Cook 2
To add Time Cook with different power level
after Time Cook 1
, Press TIME COOK again.
, Enter second (]mount of cooking time.
, Press Power Level. Enter 1-10.
_ Press START
The oven will begin defrosting. After
defrosting is complete, Time Cook will
count down.
iExpress Cook 1
1 2 3
4 5 6
Express Cook
This is a quick way to set cooking time from 7-6 minutes,
H Press one of the Express Cook pads (from 1-6) for 1-6 minutes of cooking at level
power
10. For ex(]mple, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time,
The power level can be changed as time is counting down, Press POWERLEVEL and enter
1-10,
NOTE: Express Cook function pertains to pads 1-6 only.
Add 30 Sec
It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed.
will add 30 seconds, up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
The oven will start immediately when pressed.
Each touch
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Time Defrost
Allows you to defrost for a selected length
of time, See the Defrosting Guide for
suggested times, (Auto DefrostexplGined in
the About the convenience fe_tures section.)
H Press TIME DEFROST
_-_ Enter defrosting time,
_ Press START
_Turn the food over after half the time,
_J Press START
At one half of selected defrosting time, turn
food over and break apart or rearrange
pieces for more even defrosting. Shield any
warm areas with small pieces of foil. The
oven will continue to defrost if you don't open
the door and turn the food.
A dull thumping noise may be heard during
defrosting. This is normal when oven is not
operating at H/power,
Defrosting Tips
[] Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be
defrosted in the package. Closed packages
should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER
food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage
containers should be partially uncovered.
[] Family-size,prepackaged frozen dinners
can be defrosted and microwaved, Ifthe
food is in a foil container, transfer it to a
microwave-safe dish,
[] Foods that spoil easily should not be
allowed to sit out for more than one
hour after defrosting, Room temperature
promotes the growth of harmful bacteria,
[] For more even defrosting of larger foods,
such as roasts, use Auto Defrost. Be sure
large meats are completely defrosted
before cooking.
[] When defrosted, food should be cool
but softened in all areas. If still slightly icy,
return to the microwave very briefly, or let
it stand a few minutes.
DefrostincL Guide
Food Time Comments
Breads, Cakes
Bread, buns, or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min.
Sweetrolls (opprox. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Rearrange after half the time.
Fish and Seafood
Fillets, frozen (1Ib.) 6 to 9 min.
Shellfish, smallpieces (1 Ib.) 3 to 7 min. Place block in casserole. Turn over and break up after half the time.
Fruit
Plastic pouch--1 or 2 1 to 5 min,
(1O-oz,package)
Meat
Bacon (1 Ib.)
Franks (1 Ib.)
Ground meat (1 Ib.)
Roast."beef, lamb, veal, pork
Steaks, chops and cutlets
Poultry
Chicken, broiler-fryer, cut up
(2_½to 3 Ibs.)
Chicken, whole (2_½to 3 Ibs.)
Cornish hen
Turkey breast (4 to 6 Ibs.)
2 to 5 min,
2 to 5 min,
4 to 6 min.
9 to 13 min,
per lb.
4 to 8 rain,
per Ib.
14 to 20 rain.
20 to 25 rain,
7to 13 min.
per lb.
3 to 8 rain.
per Ib,
Place unopened package in oven. Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting.
Place unopened package in oven. Microwave just until franks can be separated.
Let stand 5 minutes, if necessary, to complete defrosting.
Turn meat over after first half of time.
Use power level 10.
Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish, Turn over after first half of time and
shield warm areas with foil, After second half of time, separate pieces with table
knife, Let stand to complete defrosting,
Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap and turn over after first half of time. After
second half of time, separate pieces and place in cooking dish. Microwave 2 to 4
minutes more, if necessary. Let stand a few minutes to finish defrosting.
Place wrapped chicken in dish. After half the time, unwrap and turn chicken over.
Shield warm areas with foil. To complete defrosting, run cold water in the cavity
until giblets can be removed.
Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast-side-up. Turn over after first half of time.
Run cool water in the cavity until giblets can be removed.
Place unwrapped breast in microwave-safe dish breast-side-down. After first half
of time, turn breast-side-up and shield warm areas with foil. Defrost for second
half of time. Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refl-igerator to complete defl-osting. 11
About the convenience features.
Popcorn]
Useonly with prepackaged
microwavepopcorn weighing
3.0to 3.5ounces.
Popcorn
To use the Popcorn feature:
H ollow package instructions, using
Time Cook if the package is less than
1,75 ounces or larger than 3,5 ounces,
Place the package of popcorn in the
center of the microwave,
_ ress POPCORN once for a 3,0 ounce
package of popcorn, twice for a 3,5
ounce package, The oven starts
immediately,
Reheat]
Reheat
H Press Reheat pad,
_ Enter the food code, See Cooking Guide
for Reheat feature below for codes,
_ Enter the number of (1-4), Then
servings
the microwave will start immediately,
You may open the door during cooking
to check the food, Close the door and
press STARTto resume cooking,
Cooking Guide for REHEAT feature
Available
Enter Code Food Choice Serving Ounces per serving
Selection
1 Pasta 1-4 4 oz per serving
2 Meats 1-4 4 oz per serving
3 Veggies 1-4 4 oz per serving
4 Beverage 1-4 4 oz per serving
5 Sauces 1-4 4 oz per serving
6 Plate 1 4 oz per serving
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Beverage)
Beverage
To use the Beverage feature:
Press BEVERAGE pad, The microwave
will automatically be set to heat a 4
ounce beverage, The microwave will start
immediately,
If you would like to change the the setting
for the beverage size:
M Press BEVERAGE pad,
|P_ Pres.sthe key pad for the following
serving size:
Key Pad
1
2
3
4
OuncesperServing
4 ounces
8 ounces
12 ounces
16 ounces
_--]The microwave will start immediately,
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature
may be very hot. Remove the container
with care.
I Pizza )
Pizza (on some models)
To use the Pizza feature:
Press PIZZA pad, The microwave will
automatically be set to heat 1 piece of pizza,
The microwave will start immediately,
If you would like to change the the setting
for a different amount of servings:
H PressPIZZApad,
|p_ Pres.sthe key pad for the following
serving size:
Key Pad No. of Servings
1 1 Piece of Pizza
2 2 pieces of Pizza
3 3 pieces of Pizza
4 4 pieces of Pizza
-]The microwave will start immediately,
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About the convenience features.
I Potato I
Potato (on some models)
To use the Potato feature:
H Press the POTATOpad,
_-_ Pressthe number of servings 1-4, The
oven will start immediately,
IVegetabl 0
To use the Vegetable feature:,
H Press VEGETABLE pad,
_Enter the code, See
Vegetable Cooking
Guide for Vegetables below for codes,
Enter the number of servings (1-4) Then
the microwave will start immediately,
Cooking Guide for VEGETABLE Feature
Vegetable Type of Available Serving Ounces per Serving
Code Vegetables Selection
1 Fresh 1-4 Servings 4 ounces per serving
2 Frozen 1-4 Servings 4 ounces per serving
3 Canned 1-4 Servings 4 ounces per serving
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Defrost
Express Cook
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Auto Defrost/Defrost
(on some models)
Use Auto Defrost/Defrost (on some models)
for meat, poultry and fish weighing up to 6,0
pounds, Use Time Defrost (on some models)
for most other frozen foods,
Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting
times and power levels to give even defrosting
results for meats, poultry and fish,
BPressAUTODEFROST/DEFROST,
_ nter the number of pounds, select
between 0,1 - 6,0 pounds,
BPress START
(Time Defrost isexploined in the About the
time features section,)
There is ahandy guide located on the inside
front of the oven,
[] Remove meat from package and place
on microwave-safe dish,
[] When the oven signals, turn the food over,
Remove defrosted meat or shield warm
areas with small pieces of foil,
[] After defrosting, most meats need to stand
5 minutes to complete defrosting, Large
roasts should stand for about
30 minutes,
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Clock
Press to enter the time of day,
M Press CLOCK,
_-_ Enter time of day,
_-] Press CLOCK or START/PAUSE
Pause
START/PAUSEalIows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display,
Press START/PAUSEagain to restart the oven,
Child Lock-Out
You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally
started or used by children,
To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CLEAR/OFFfor about three seconds,
When the control panel is locked, the lock indicator will be lit,
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About the other features.
Timer
This pad performs the following functions:
[] It operates as a minute timer,
[] It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting,
How to Use as aMinute Timer
The Timer operates without microwave energy.
H Press TIMER.
_ Enter the amount of time you want to count down,
_J Press TIMERWhen the time is up, the timer will signal,
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Microwave terms. GEAppliances.com
Term
Arcing
Covering
Shielding
Standing Time
Venting
Definition
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by:
[] metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
[] foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
[] metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
[] recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time. Venting plastic wrap
or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape.
In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over-browning. When
microwaving, you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs
on poultry, which would cook before larger parts.
When you cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking
or to set. Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved cake
is not placed on a cooling rack.
After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so
excesssteam can escape.
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Care and cleaning of the microwave oven.
Helpful Hints
An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the
inside fresh,
Unplug the cord before cleaning anypart of this oven.
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How to Clean the Inside
Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door
Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel; others may require a damp cloth. Remove
greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse with a damp cloth. Do not use
abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls.
Toclean the surface of the door and the surface of the oven that come together upon
closing, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents using asponge or soft cloth.
Rinse with adamp cloth and dry.
Never use acommemia/ oven cleaner on any.part of y.our microwave.
Removable Turntable and Turntable Support
To prevent breakage, do not place the turntable into water just after cooking. Wash it carefully
in warm, sudsy water or in the dishwasher.The turntable and support can be broken if
dropped. Remember,do not operate the oven without the turntable and
support in place.
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Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. GEAppliances.com
How to Clean the Outside
Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven. Ammonia
or alcohol can damage the appearance of the micro wa ve.
C_se
Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth and then dry.
Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth.
Control Panel and Door
Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts of soap
and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the panel-they can damage it. Some paper towels
can also scratch the control panel.
Door Surface
It is important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. Use only
mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.
Power Cord
If the cord becomes soiled, unplug and wash with a damp cloth. For stubborn spots, sudsy
water may be used, but be certain to rinse with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly before
plugging cord into outlet.
Stainless Steel (on some models)
Do not use asteel-wood pad; it will scratch the surf_?ce,
To clean the stainless steel surface, use a hot, damp cloth with a mild detergent suitable
for stainless steel surfaces. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to remove soap. Dry with a dry, clean
cloth. Always scrub lightly in the direction of the grain.
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Troubleshooting Tips.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Oven will not start A fuse in your home may be , Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
blown or the circuit breaker
tripped.
Power surge. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in.
Plug not fully inserted into wall o Hake sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted
outlet, into wall outlet.
Door not securely closed, o Open the door and close securely.
Controlpanellighted, Door not securely closed. • Open the door and close securely.
yet oven will not start STARTpad not pressed after , Press STARI_
entering cooking selection.
Another selection entered , Press CLEAR/OrE
already in oven and CLEAR/OFF
pad not pressed to cancel it.
CLEAR/OFFwas pressed , Reset cooking program and press START
accidentally.
"FOOD" message in display • Open and close the door before staring a cooking feature.
Microwave oven control
will not work
The control has been locked.
(When the control panel is
locked, the lock indicator
will be lit.)
Pressand hold PAUSE/CLEARforabout three seconds
to unlock the control,
Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
[] Steam or vapor escaping from around
the door.
[] Light reflection around door or outer case.
[] Dimming oven light and change in
the blower sound at power levels other
than high.
[] Dull thumping sound while oven is
operating.
[] TV/radio interference might be noticed while
using the microwave. Similar to
the interference caused by other small
appliances, it does not indicate a problem
with the microwave. Plug the microwave
into a different electrical circuit, move the
radio or TVas far away from the microwave
as possible, or check the position and signal
of the TV/radio antenna.
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Notes. GEAppliances.com
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Notes.
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GEMicrowave Oven Warrant.
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care '_technician. To schedule service,
on-line, 24 hours aday visit us at OEAppliances.com, or call 800.
GE.CARES(800.432.2737). Please have serial and model numbers
available when calling for service.
Staple your receipt here,
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty,
For The Period Of."
One Year
From the date of the
original purchase
GE Will Replace:
Anypart of the microwave oven which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship,
During this limited one-year warranty GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related
service to replace the defective part,
For the above limited warranty: To avoid any trip charges, you must take the microwave oven to aGenera/Electric Customer
Care '_servicer and pick it up following service, in-home service is also available, but you must pay for the service technician
travel costs to your home,
What GE Will Not Cover:
[] Service trips to your home to teach you how to
use the product.
[] Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
[] Product not accessible to provide required service.
[] Failure of the product or damage to the product if it is
abused, misused (for example, cavity arcing from wire
rack or metal/foil), or used for other than the intended
purpose or used commercially.
[] Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
[] Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
[] Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
[] Damage caused after delivery.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole und exclusive remedy is product repuir us provided in
this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use
within the USA.if the product is located in an area where service by aGEAuthorized Servicer is not available, you may
be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for
service, in Alaska, the warranty excludes the service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights
are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
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Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day,
any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner's Manuals,
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Expert GErepair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at
your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)during normal business
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I GE supports the Universal Design concept-products, services and environments that can be used by
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,., v j mental abilities and impairments. For details of GE's Universal Design applications, including kitchen design
ideas for people with disabilities, check out our Website today. For the hearing impaired, please call 800.TDD.
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Extended Warranties GEAppliances.com
Purchase a GEextended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty
is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 800.626.2224during normal business hours.
GEConsumer Home Serviceswill still be there after your warranty expires.
Parts and Accessories GEAppliances.com
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes
(VISA,MasterCard, and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or
by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally
should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may
cause unsafe operation.
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including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations
GEAppliances,Appliance Park
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