GE Microwave Oven JES1238 User Manual

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . .2–11  
Owner’s Manual  
Operating Instructions  
JES1238  
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . .27, 28  
Changing the Power Level . . . .14  
Convenience Features . . . .21–23  
Features of Your  
Microwave Oven . . . . . . . .12, 13  
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Other Features . . . . . . . . . .24, 25  
Time Features . . . . . . . . . .15–20  
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . .29, 30  
Things That Are Normal  
With Your Microwave Oven . . .30  
Consumer Support  
Consumer Support . . .Back Cover  
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
Write the model and serial numbers here:  
Model # ________________________  
Serial # ________________________  
Find these numbers on a label inside  
the oven.  
164D3370P256 49-40322 03-03 JR  
 
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described  
in this Owner’s Manual.  
I This microwave oven is not  
approved or tested for  
marine use.  
I Do not let power cord hang  
over edge of table or counter.  
I To reduce the risk of fire in  
I Do not mount this appliance  
the oven cavity:  
over a sink.  
— Do not overcook food.  
Carefully attend appliance  
when paper, plastic or other  
combustible materials are  
placed inside the oven while  
cooking.  
I Do not mount the microwave  
oven over or near any portion  
of a heating or cooking  
appliance.  
I Do not store anything directly  
on top of the microwave oven  
surface when the microwave  
oven is in operation.  
— Remove wire twist-ties and  
metal handles from paper  
or plastic containers before  
placing them in the oven.  
I 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 use the oven for  
storage purposes. Do not  
leave paper products,  
cooking utensils or food in  
the oven when not in use.  
I Do not cover or block any  
openings on the appliance.  
— 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.  
I 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.  
I See door surface cleaning  
instructions in the Care and  
cleaning of the microwave oven  
section of this manual.  
I 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.  
I GE does not support any  
servicing of the microwave.  
We strongly recommend that  
you do not attempt to service  
the microwave yourself.  
I Keep power cord away from  
heated surfaces.  
I As with any appliance, close  
supervision is necessary when  
used by children.  
I Do not immerse power cord  
or plug in water.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
WARNING!  
ARCING  
If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct  
the problem.  
Arcing is the microwave term for I Metal, such as twist-ties,  
sparks in the oven. Arcing is  
caused by:  
poultry pins, or gold-rimmed  
dishes, in the microwave.  
I Metal or foil touching the side I Recycled paper towels  
of the oven.  
containing small metal pieces  
being used in the microwave.  
I Foil not molded to food  
(upturned edges act like  
antennas).  
FOODS  
I 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.  
I 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  
I Some products such as  
whole eggs and sealed  
containers—for example,  
closed jars—are able to  
explode and should not be  
heated in this microwave  
oven. Such use of the  
microwave oven could  
result in injury.  
shorten the life of the oven.  
I 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.  
I 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.  
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I 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.  
I SUPERHEATED WATER  
Liquids, such as water, coffee or  
tea are able to be overheated  
beyond the boiling point without  
appearing to be boiling. Visible  
bubbling or boiling when the  
container is removed from the  
microwave oven is not always  
present. THIS COULD RESULT  
IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS  
SUDDENLY BOILING OVER  
WHEN THE CONTAINER IS  
DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR  
OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED  
INTO THE LIQUID.  
I Hot foods and steam can  
cause burns. Be careful 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.  
To reduce the risk of injury  
to persons:  
— Do not overheat the liquid.  
— Stir the liquid both before and  
halfway through heating it.  
I Do not overcook potatoes.  
They could dehydrate and  
catch fire, causing damage  
to your oven.  
— Do not use straight-sided  
containers with narrow necks.  
I Cook meat and poultry  
thoroughly—meat to at  
least an INTERNAL  
— After heating, allow the  
container to stand in the  
microwave oven for a short  
time before removing the  
container.  
temperature of 160°F  
and poultry to at least an  
INTERNAL temperature  
of 180°F. Cooking to these  
temperatures usually protects  
against foodborne illness.  
— Use extreme care when  
inserting a spoon or other  
utensil into the container.  
I 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.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
WARNING!  
MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE  
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.”  
I 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,  
since they may also ignite.  
I 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.  
I If you are not sure if a dish is  
microwave-safe, use this test:  
Place in the oven both the  
dish you are testing and a  
glass measuring cup filled  
with 1 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.  
I Do not use the microwave to  
dry newspapers.  
I Not all plastic wrap is suitable  
for use in microwave ovens.  
Check the package for  
proper use.  
If the dish remains cool  
and only the water in the  
cup heats, then the dish is  
microwave-safe.  
I 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.  
I If you use a meat  
thermometer while cooking,  
make sure it is safe for use  
in microwave ovens.  
I Cookware may become hot  
because of heat transferred  
from the heated food. Pot  
holders may be needed to  
handle the cookware.  
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I “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  
I 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.  
carefully and direct steam  
away from hands and face.  
Follow these guidelines:  
Use microwave-safe  
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I Use foil only as directed in  
this guide. TV dinners may be  
microwaved in foil trays less  
than 3/4high; remove the  
top foil cover and return the  
tray to the box. When using  
foil in the microwave oven,  
keep the foil at least 1away  
from the sides of the oven.  
plastics only and use  
them in strict compliance  
with the cookware  
manufacturer’s  
recommendations.  
Do not microwave empty  
2 containers.  
Do not permit children  
to use plastic cookware  
without complete  
supervision.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
WARNING!  
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of  
electric shock.  
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
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 grounding  
instructions are 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 WARNING –  
EXTENSION CORDS 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.  
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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  
(Adapter plugs not  
permitted in Canada)  
Align large  
prongs/slots  
TEMPORARY CONNECTION may  
be made to a properly grounded  
2-prong wall receptacle by the use of  
a UL listed adapter which is available  
at most local hardware stores.  
Ensure proper ground  
and firm connection  
before use.  
TEMPORARY  
METHOD  
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.  
CAUTION:  
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to  
the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless  
the cover screw is metal, not insulated, and the wall 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 USE the 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 two-prong wall receptacle replaced with a 3-prong  
(grounding) receptacle by a qualified electrician before using  
the appliance.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
WARNING!  
EXTENSION CORDS  
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting  
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.  
Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them.  
If an extension cord is used—  
The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be  
at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;  
1
The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and  
2 it must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet;  
The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape  
over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by  
children or tripped over unintentionally.  
3
If you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the  
blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking  
times may be longer, too.  
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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY  
INFORMATION CAREFULLY.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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About the features of your microwave oven.  
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.  
1100 Watts  
Features of the Oven  
Door Latches.  
Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed  
while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.  
Convenience Guide.  
Touch Control Panel Display.  
Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door.  
Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be  
in place when using the oven. The turntable may be  
removed for cleaning.  
NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside  
walls of the microwave oven.  
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You can microwave by time or with the convenience features.  
Time Features  
Convenience Features  
Cooking Controls  
Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.  
Time Features  
Press  
Enter  
TIME COOK  
Amount of cooking time  
Press once or twice  
TIME DEFROST  
30 SEC.  
Amount of defrosting time  
Starts immediately!  
Starts immediately!  
Power level 1–10  
EXPRESS COOK  
POWER LEVEL  
Convenience Features  
Press  
Enter  
Option  
POPCORN  
Press once, twice  
Starts immediately!  
3.5 oz., 3 oz.  
or 1.75 oz.  
or three times  
more/less time  
POTATO  
Starts immediately!  
1, 2 or 3  
potatoes  
REHEAT  
Food type 1–6;  
Serving size  
Starts immediately!  
AUTO DEFROST  
Food weight  
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About changing the power level.  
The power level may be entered or changed  
immediately after entering the feature time for  
Time Cook, Time Defrost or Express Cook. The power  
level may also be changed during time countdown.  
Press TIME COOK or TIME DEFROST.  
1
Enter cooking or defrosting time.  
2
Press POWER LEVEL.  
3
Select desired power level 1–10.  
4
Press START.  
5
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 High (power level 10)  
which gives you 100% power. 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:  
High 10: Fish, bacon, vegetables, boiling liquids.  
Med-High 7: Gentle cooking of meat and poultry; baking  
casseroles and reheating.  
Medium 5: Slow cooking and tenderizing for stews and  
less tender cuts of meat.  
Low 2 or 3: Defrosting; simmering; delicate sauces.  
Warm 1: Keeping food warm; softening butter.  
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About the time features.  
Time Cook  
Time Cook I  
Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes  
and 99 seconds.  
Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may  
change it for more flexibility.  
Press TIME COOK.  
1
Enter cooking time.  
2
Change power level if you don’t want full power.  
(Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level  
1–10.)  
3
Press START.  
4
You may open the door during Time Cook to check  
the food. Close the door and press START to resume  
cooking.  
Time Cook II  
Lets you change power levels automatically during  
cooking. Here’s how to do it:  
Press TIME COOK.  
1
Enter the first cook time.  
2
Change the power level if you don’t want full power.  
(Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level  
1–10.)  
3
Press TIME COOK again.  
4
Enter the second cook time.  
5
Change the power level if you don’t want full power.  
(Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level  
1–10.)  
6
Press START.  
7
At the end of Time Cook I, Time Cook II counts down.  
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About the time features.  
Cooking Guide for Time Cook  
NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted.  
Vegetable  
Amount  
Time  
Comments  
Asparagus  
(fresh spears)  
1 lb.  
5 to 8 min.,  
In 112-qt. oblong glass baking  
Med-High (7) dish, place 1/4 cup water.  
(frozen spears) 10-oz. package 4 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole.  
Beans  
(fresh green)  
(frozen green)  
(frozen lima)  
1 lb. cut in half 10 to 15 min. In 112-qt. casserole, place  
1/2 cup water.  
10-oz. package 4 to 8 min.  
10-oz. package 4 to 8 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place  
2 tablespoons water.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place  
1/4 cup water.  
Beets  
(fresh, whole)  
1 bunch  
16 to 22 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place  
1/2 cup water.  
Broccoli  
(fresh cut)  
1 bunch  
5 to 9 min.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place  
1/2 cup water.  
(114 to 112 lbs.)  
(fresh spears)  
1 bunch  
7 to 11 min.  
In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish,  
place 1/4 cup water.  
(114 to 112 lbs.)  
(
frozen,  
10-oz. package 4 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole.  
chopped)  
(frozen spears) 10-oz. package 4 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place  
3 tablespoons water.  
Cabbage  
(fresh)  
1 medium head 6 to 10 min.  
(about 2 lbs.)  
In 112- or 2-qt. casserole, place  
1/4 cup water.  
(wedges)  
5 to 9 min.  
In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place  
1/4 cup water.  
Carrots  
(fresh, sliced)  
1 lb.  
4 to 8 min.  
In 112-qt. casserole, place  
1/4 cup water.  
(frozen)  
10-oz. package 3 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place  
2 tablespoons water.  
Cauliflower  
(flowerets)  
1 medium head 7 to 11 min.  
1 medium head 7 to 15 min.  
10-oz. package 3 to 7 min.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place  
1/2 cup water.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place  
1/2 cup water.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place  
2 tablespoons water.  
(fresh, whole)  
(frozen)  
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Comments  
Vegetable  
Amount  
Time  
Corn  
(frozen kernel)  
10-oz. package  
2 to 6 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place  
2 tablespoons water.  
Corn on the cob  
(fresh)  
1 to 5 ears  
11/4 to 4 min. In 2-qt. glass baking dish, place  
per ear  
corn. If corn is in husk, use no  
water; if corn has been husked,  
add 1/4 cup water. Rearrange  
after half of time.  
(frozen)  
1 ear  
2 to 6 ears  
3 to 6 min.  
2 to 3 min.  
per ear  
Place in 2-qt. oblong glass  
baking dish. Cover with vented  
plastic wrap. Rearrange after  
half of time.  
Mixed  
vegetables  
(frozen)  
10-oz. package  
2 to 6 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place  
3 tablespoons water.  
Peas  
(fresh, shelled)  
2 lbs. unshelled 7 to 10 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place  
1/4 cup water.  
(frozen)  
10-oz. package  
2 to 6 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place  
2 tablespoons water.  
Potatoes  
(fresh, cubed,  
white)  
4 potatoes  
(6 to 8 oz. each)  
9 to 12 min. Peel and cut into 1-inch cubes.  
Place in 2-qt. casserole with 1/2  
cup water. Stir after half of time.  
(fresh, whole,  
sweet or white)  
1 (6 to 8 oz.)  
2 to 4 min.  
Pierce with cooking fork. Place  
in center of the oven. Let stand  
5 minutes.  
Spinach  
(fresh)  
10 to 16 oz.  
3 to 6 min.  
3 to 6 min.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place washed  
spinach.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place  
3 tablespoons water.  
(frozen, chopped 10-oz. package  
and leaf)  
Squash  
(fresh, summer  
and yellow)  
(winter, acorn,  
or butternut)  
1 lb. sliced  
3 to 5 min.  
5 to 9 min.  
In 112-qt. casserole, place 1/4  
cup water.  
Cut in half and remove fibrous  
membranes. In 2-qt. oblong  
glass baking dish, place squash  
cut-side-down. Turn cut-side-up  
after 4 minutes.  
1 or 2 squash  
(about 1 lb. each)  
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About the time features.  
Time Defrost  
Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time.  
See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times.  
Press TIME DEFROST.  
1
Enter defrosting time.  
2
Press START.  
3
Power level is automatically set at 3, but can be changed.  
You can defrost small items quickly by raising the power  
level after entering the time. Power level 7 cuts the total  
defrosting time in about half; power level 10 cuts the  
total time to approximately 1/3. However, food will  
need more frequent attention than usual.  
A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting.  
This is normal when oven is not operating at High power.  
Defrosting Tips  
I 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.  
I Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners can be  
defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a foil  
container, transfer it to a microwave-safe dish.  
I 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.  
I For more even defrosting of larger foods, such as  
roasts, use Auto Defrost. Be sure large meats are  
completely defrosted before cooking.  
I 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.  
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Defrosting Guide  
Food  
Time  
Comments  
Breads, Cakes  
Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min.  
Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min.  
Rearrange after half the time.  
Fish and Seafood  
Fillets, frozen (1 lb.)  
6 to 9 min.  
Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 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.  
(10-oz. package)  
Meat  
Bacon (1 lb.)  
2 to 5 min.  
2 to 5 min.  
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.  
Franks (1 lb.)  
Ground meat (1 lb.)  
4 to 6 min.  
Turn meat over after first half of time.  
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork 9 to 13 min. Use power level 1.  
per lb.  
Steaks, chops and cutlets  
4 to 8 min.  
per lb.  
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.  
Poultry  
Chicken, broiler-fryer  
14 to 20 min. 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.  
cut up (212 to 3 lbs.)  
Chicken, whole  
20 to 25 min. 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.  
(212 to 3 lbs.)  
Cornish hen  
7 to 13 min. Place unwrapped hen in the oven  
per lb.  
breast-side-up. Turn over after first half  
of time. Run cool water in the cavity until  
giblets can be removed.  
Turkey breast (4 to 6 lbs.)  
3 to 8 min.  
per lb.  
Place unwrapped breast in microwave-safe  
dish breast-side-down. After 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 refrigerator to  
complete defrosting.  
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About the time features.  
Express Cook  
This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1–6 minutes.  
Press one of the Express Cook pads (from 1 to 6)  
for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For  
example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.  
The power level can be changed as time is counting  
down. Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1–10.  
30 Seconds  
You can use this feature two ways:  
I It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down  
each time the pad is pressed.  
I It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds of  
cooking time.  
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About the convenience features.  
Popcorn  
To use the Popcorn feature:  
Follow package instructions, using Time Cook  
1
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.  
(less time)  
(more time)  
Use only with prepackaged microwave  
popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces.  
Press POPCORN once for a 3.5 ounce package of  
2 popcorn, twice for a 3.0 ounce package, or three  
times for a 1.75 ounce package. The oven starts  
immediately.  
How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter  
or Longer Cook Time  
If you find that the brand of popcorn you use  
underpops or overcooks consistently, you can add or  
subtract 20 seconds to the automatic popping time.  
To add time:  
After pressing POPCORN, press 9 immediately after  
the oven starts for an extra 20 seconds.  
To subtract time:  
After pressing POPCORN, press 1 immediately after  
the oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time.  
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About the convenience features.  
Reheat  
The Reheat feature reheats many previously  
cooked foods.  
Press REHEAT.  
1
Select food type 1–6 for one serving (see Reheat  
2 Guide below). The oven starts immediately.  
For food types 1–5, press 2 or 3 to change the  
serving size.  
3
NOTE: The serving size may be changed or added  
immediately after the oven starts by pressing number pads 1,  
2 or 3. Serving size for food type 6 cannot be changed.  
Reheat Guide  
Food Type  
Comments  
1 Pasta  
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
(4–12 oz.)  
2 Meats, casseroles  
(4–12 oz.)  
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
3 Fruits and vegetables  
(4–12 oz.)  
4 Sauces and gravies  
(4–12 oz.)  
5 Pizza (1–3 slices)  
Do not cover.  
6 Plate of leftovers  
Cover with vented plastic wrap.  
(2 to 3 foods, 4 oz. each)  
Potato  
The potato feature cooks up to three 8- to 10-ounce  
potatoes.  
Press POTATO. The serving size is automatically set at 1,  
but can be changed by pressing 2 or 3 for two or three  
potatoes. The oven starts immediately.  
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Auto Defrost  
Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish.  
Use Time Defrost 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.  
Press AUTO DEFROST.  
1
Using the Conversion Guide below, enter food weight.  
2 For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds  
(1 pound, 3 ounces).  
Press START.  
3
There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the oven.  
I Remove meat from package and place on microwave-  
safe dish.  
I Twice during defrost, the oven signals “turn.” At each  
“turn” signal, turn the food over. Remove defrosted  
meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil.  
Guide  
I After defrosting, most meats need to stand 5 minutes  
to complete defrosting. Large roasts should stand for  
about 30 minutes.  
Conversion Guide  
If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the ounces  
must be converted to tenths (.1) of a pound.  
Weight of Food in Ounces  
Enter Food Weight  
(tenths of a pound)  
1–2  
3
4–5  
6–7  
8
9–10  
11  
12–13  
14–15  
.1  
.2  
.3  
.4  
.5  
.6  
.7  
.8  
.9  
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About the other features.  
Cooking Complete Reminder  
To remind you that you have food in the oven,  
the oven will beep once a minute until you either  
open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF.  
Clock  
Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of  
day while microwaving.  
Press CLOCK.  
1
Enter time of day.  
2
Press START or CLOCK.  
3
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/OFF  
for about three seconds. When the control panel is  
locked, LOC will be displayed.  
START/PAUSE  
In addition to starting many functions, START/PAUSE  
allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or  
clearing the display.  
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Timer  
This pad performs three functions:  
I It operates as a minute timer.  
I It can be set to delay cooking.  
I It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting.  
The Timer operates without microwave energy.  
How to Use as a Minute Timer  
Press TIMER.  
1
Enter the amount of time you want to count down.  
2
Press START. When the time is up, the timer will  
signal.  
3
How to Use to Delay the Start of Cooking  
You can set the microwave to delay cooking up to  
99 minutes and 99 seconds.  
Press TIME COOK and enter the amount of  
cooking time.  
1
Press TIMER and enter the amount of time to delay  
2 the start of cooking.  
Press START. The timer will begin counting down to  
zero and cooking will then begin.  
3
How to Use to Set a Holding Time  
You can set a holding time between Defrost and  
Time Cook, from one second to 99 minutes.  
Press TIME DEFROST.  
1
Enter defrosting time.  
2
Press TIMER.  
3
Enter the amount of time you want the oven  
4 to hold.  
Press TIME COOK.  
5
Enter cooking time.  
6
Press START.  
7
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Microwave terms.  
Term  
Definition  
Arcing  
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is  
caused by:  
I metal or foil touching the side of the oven.  
I foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like  
antennas).  
I metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.  
I recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.  
Covering  
Shielding  
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 overbrowning. 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.  
Standing Time 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.  
Venting  
After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by  
turning back one corner so excess steam 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 any part of this oven.  
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.  
To clean the surface of the door and the surface of the oven that  
come together upon closing, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or  
detergents using a sponge or soft cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth  
and dry.  
Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your  
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.  
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 microwave.  
Case  
Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth.  
Rinse 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’s 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.  
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Troubleshooting Tips.  
What To Do  
Problem  
Possible Causes  
Oven will not start  
A fuse in your home  
may be blown or the  
circuit breaker tripped.  
Replace fuse or reset  
circuit breaker.  
Power surge.  
Unplug the microwave  
oven; then plug it back in.  
Plug not fully inserted  
into wall outlet.  
Make sure the 3-prong  
plug on the oven is fully  
inserted into wall outlet.  
Door not securely closed. Open the door and close  
securely.  
Control panel lighted,  
yet oven will not start  
Door not securely closed. Open the door and close  
securely.  
START pad not pressed  
after entering cooking  
selection.  
Press START.  
Another selection entered Press CLEAR/OFF.  
already in oven and  
CLEAR/OFF pad not  
pressed to cancel it.  
Cooking time not entered Make sure you have  
after pressing TIME COOK.  
entered cooking time  
after pressing TIME COOK.  
CLEAR/OFF was pressed  
accidentally.  
Reset cooking program  
and press START.  
Food weight not entered  
after pressing AUTO  
DEFROST.  
Make sure you have  
entered food weight  
after pressing AUTO  
DEFROST.  
Food type not entered  
after pressing REHEAT.  
Make sure you have  
entered a food type.  
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Troubleshooting Tips.  
Things That Are Normal With Your  
Microwave Oven  
I Steam or vapor escaping from around the door.  
I Light reflection around door or outer case.  
I Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound  
at power levels other than high.  
I Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.  
I 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 TV as  
far away from the microwave as possible, or check  
the position and signal of the TV/radio antenna.  
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GE Microwave Oven  
One-Year Limited Warranty.  
Staple your receipt here.  
Proof of the original purchase date is  
needed to make a warranty claim.  
For The Period Of:  
What GE Will Provide:  
One Year  
From the date of the  
original purchase  
Replacement unit for any product which fails due to a  
defect in materials or workmanship. The exchange unit  
is warranted for the remainder of your product’s original  
one-year warranty period.  
In Order to Make a Warranty Claim:  
I Properly pack your unit.  
We recommend using the original  
carton and packing materials.  
I Include in the package a copy of the  
sales receipt or other evidence of date  
of original purchase. Also print your  
name and address and a description  
of the defect.  
I Return the product to the retail  
location where it was purchased.  
What GE Will Not Cover:  
I Customer instruction. This owner’s  
manual provides information  
regarding operating instructions  
and user controls.  
I Replacement of house fuses or  
resetting of circuit breakers.  
I Damage to the product caused by  
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.  
I Improper installation, delivery or  
maintenance.  
I Incidental or consequential damage  
caused by possible defects with this  
appliance.  
I Failure of the product if it is abused,  
misused, or used for other than  
the intended purpose or used  
commercially.  
I Damage caused after delivery.  
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased  
for home use within the USA.  
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.  
Exclusion of implied warranties: Except where prohibited or restricted by law, there are no  
warranties, whether express, oral or statutory which extend beyond the description on the face hereof,  
including specifically the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.  
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225  
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Consumer Support.  
GE Appliances Website  
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 or order catalogs on-line. You can also “Ask Our Team  
of Experts” your questions, and so much more...  
Real Life Design Studio  
GE supports the Universal Design concept—products, services and environments that  
can be used by people of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to  
design for a wide range of physical and 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.GEAC (800.833.4322).  
Accessories  
A replacement turntable (WB39X10003) or turntable support ring (WB02X10838) is  
available at extra cost from our Parts Center and can be sent directly to your home  
(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.  
Contact Us  
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website  
with all the details including your phone number, or write to:  
General Manager, Customer Relations  
GE Appliances, Appliance Park  
Louisville, KY 40225  
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