GE Microwave Oven JES1344 User Manual

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Safety Information . . . . . . . . .2–6  
Owner’s Manual  
Operating Instructions  
JES1344  
Convenience Features . . . . .14–16  
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . .16, 17  
Oven Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8  
Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Time Features . . . . . . . . . . . .9–13  
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . .19  
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . .20  
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 # __________________  
You can find them on a label  
inside the oven.  
3513913700 49-40502 01-06 JR  
 
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WARNING!  
ARCING  
If you see arcing, press PAUSE/CLEAR and correct the problem.  
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. I Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold-  
Arcing is caused by:  
rimmed dishes, in the microwave.  
I Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.  
I Recycled paper towels 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 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 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.  
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.  
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:  
Do not overheat the liquid.  
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 shorten  
the life of the oven.  
Stir the liquid both before and halfway through  
heating it.  
Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow  
necks.  
After heating, allow the container to stand in the  
microwave oven for a short time before removing  
the container.  
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.  
Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or  
other utensil into the container.  
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 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.  
I Do not overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate  
and catch fire, causing damage to your oven.  
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.  
I 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.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
WARNING!  
MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE  
Make sure to use suitable cookware during  
ICookware may become hot because of heat  
microwave cooking. 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.”  
transferred from the heated food. Pot holders  
may be needed to handle the cookware.  
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 carefully and direct steam away  
from hands and face.  
IIf 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.  
If the dish remains cool and only the water in  
the cup heats, then the dish is microwave-safe.  
IUse 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 inch away from the  
sides of the oven.  
IIf you use a meat thermometer while cooking,  
make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.  
IDo 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.  
IPlastic 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.  
ISome 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.  
Follow these guidelines:  
Use microwave-safe plastics only and use  
IDo not use the microwave to dry newspapers.  
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them in strict compliance with the cookware  
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Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in  
microwave ovens. Check the package for proper  
use.  
manufacturer’s recommendations.  
Do not microwave empty containers.  
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IPaper 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.  
Do not permit children to use plastic  
cookware without complete supervision.  
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING  
Improper use of 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.  
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.  
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.  
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  
EXTENSION CORDS section.)  
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.  
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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
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  
CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two-prong wall  
receptacle by the use of a UL listed adapter which is available at most  
local hardware stores.  
(Adapter plugs not  
permitted in Canada)  
Align large  
prongs/slots  
Ensure proper ground  
and firm connection  
before use.  
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.  
TEMPORARY  
METHOD  
CAUTION: Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the  
appliance unless the cover screw is metal, and 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 three-prong (grounding) receptacle by a qualified electrician  
before using the appliance.  
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  
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the appliance;  
The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and 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.  
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.  
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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About the features of your microwave oven.  
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Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.  
1000 Watts  
Features of the Oven  
Door Latches.  
Removable Turntable. Turntable and support  
must be in place when using the oven. The  
turntable may be removed for cleaning.  
Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows  
cooking to be viewed while keeping  
microwaves confined in the oven.  
Removable Turntable Support. The turntable  
support must be in place when using the  
oven.  
Convenience Guide.  
NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located  
on the inside walls of the microwave oven.  
Control Panel and Selector Dial. When entering  
cooking time using the dial, time will add  
or subtract in 10-second increments up to  
5 minutes. For cooking times of 5 to 10  
minutes, time will add or subtract in  
30-second increments. When entering  
cooking times greater than 10 minutes, time  
will add or subtract in 1-minute increments.  
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About the features of your microwave oven.  
You can microwave by time or with the convenience features.  
Cooking Controls  
Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.  
Press  
Enter  
Option  
TIME COOK  
Turn dial  
Amount of cooking time  
more/less time  
DEFROST  
Press once  
Press twice  
Food weight  
Amount of defrosting time  
POWER LEVEL  
EXPRESS COOK  
POPCORN  
Power level 0–HI  
Starts immediately!  
Starts immediately!  
3.5 oz., 3 oz. or 1.75 oz.  
more/less time  
Press once, twice or  
three times  
BEVERAGE  
Press once, twice or  
three times  
Starts immediately!  
Food type 1–9  
1 cup, 2 cups or 3 cups  
more/less time  
AUTO COOK  
more/less time  
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About changing the power level.  
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The power level may be entered or  
changed before entering the time for  
Time Cook.  
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 30—the defrost cycle.  
If microwave energy did not cycle off,  
the outside of the food would cook before  
the inside was defrosted.  
Press POWER LEVEL repeatedly to select  
1 power level 0 to HI  
.
Turn the dial to enter cooking time.  
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Press START.  
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Here are some examples of uses for various  
power levels:  
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 70 is  
microwave energy 70% of the time. Power  
level 30 is energy 30% of the time. Most  
cooking will be done on HI which gives you  
100% power. HI power level 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.  
HI: Fish, bacon, vegetables, boiling liquids.  
Med-High 70: Gentle cooking of meat and  
poultry; baking casseroles and reheating.  
Medium 50: Slow cooking and tenderizing  
for stews and less tender cuts of meat.  
Low 20 or 30: Defrosting; simmering;  
delicate sauces.  
Warm 10: Keeping food warm; softening  
butter.  
About the time features.  
Time Cook  
Time Cook I  
Time Cook II  
Allows you to microwave for any time up  
to 99 minutes.  
Lets you change power levels automatically  
during cooking. Here’s how to do it:  
HI power level is automatically set, but you  
Change the power level if you don’t  
1 want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL.  
may change it for more flexibility.  
repeatedly to select a desired power  
level.)  
Change power level if you don’t  
1 want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL  
repeatedly to select a desired power  
level.)  
Turn the dial to enter the first cook  
2 time.  
Turn the dial to enter cooking time.  
Press POWER LEVEL. Change the power  
2
3 level if you don’t want full power. (Press  
Press START.  
POWER LEVEL repeatedly to select a  
desired power level.)  
3
You may open the door during Time Cook  
to check the food. Close the door and press  
START to resume cooking.  
Enter the second cook time.  
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Press START.  
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Press MORE or LESS to add or subtract  
10 seconds of cooking time during  
countdown.  
At the end of Time Cook I, Time Cook II  
counts down.  
Press MORE or LESS to add or subtract  
10 seconds of cooking time during  
countdown.  
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About the time features.  
Cooking Guide for Time Cook  
NOTE: Use HI power level unless otherwise noted.  
Vegetable  
Amount  
Time  
Comments  
Asparagus  
(fresh spears)  
1 lb.  
6 to 9 min.,  
In 112-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
In 1-qt. casserole.  
Med-High (7)  
(frozen spears)  
10-oz. package  
5 to 7 min.  
Beans  
(fresh green)  
(frozen green)  
(frozen lima)  
1 lb. cut in half  
10-oz. package  
10-oz. package  
9 to 11 min.  
6 to 8 min.  
6 to 8 min.  
In 112-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
Beets  
(fresh, whole)  
1 bunch  
17 to 21 min.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
Broccoli  
(fresh cut)  
(fresh spears)  
1 bunch (114 to 112 lbs.)  
1 bunch (114 to 112 lbs.)  
10-oz. package  
7 to 10 min.  
9 to 13 min.  
5 to 7 min.  
5 to 7 min.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
In 1-qt. casserole.  
(frozen, chopped)  
(frozen spears)  
10-oz. package  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.  
Cabbage  
(fresh)  
(wedges)  
1 medium head (about 2 lbs.)  
8 to 11 min.  
7 to 10 min.  
In 112- or 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
Carrots  
(fresh, sliced)  
(frozen)  
1 lb.  
10-oz. package  
7 to 9 min.  
5 to 7 min.  
In 112-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.  
Cauliflower  
(flowerets)  
(fresh, whole)  
(frozen)  
1 medium head  
1 medium head  
10-oz. package  
9 to 14 min.  
10 to 17 min.  
5 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.  
Corn  
(frozen kernel)  
10-oz. package  
1 to 5 ears  
5 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.  
Corn on the cob  
(fresh)  
3 to 4 min.  
per ear  
In 2-qt. glass baking dish, place 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  
5 to 6 min.  
3 to 4 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  
5 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.  
Peas  
(fresh, shelled)  
(frozen)  
2 lbs. unshelled  
10-oz. package  
9 to 12 min.  
5 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.  
Potatoes  
(fresh, cubed, white)  
4 potatoes (6 to 8 oz. each)  
1 (6 to 8 oz.)  
9 to 12 min.  
3 to 4 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)  
Pierce with cooking fork. Place in the oven, 1  
apart, in circular arrangement. Let stand 5 minutes.  
Spinach  
(fresh)  
10 to 16 oz.  
5 to 7 min.  
5 to 7 min.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place washed spinach.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.  
(frozen, chopped and leaf) 10-oz. package  
Squash  
(fresh, summer and yellow) 1 lb. sliced  
5 to 7 min.  
In 112-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
(winter, acorn or butternut) 1 to 2 squash (about 1 lb. each) 8 to 11 min.  
Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes. In  
2-qt. glass baking dish, place squash cut-side-down.  
Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes.  
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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.  
Time Defrost  
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Allows you to defrost for a selected length  
of time. See the Defrosting Guide for  
suggested times. (Auto Defrost explained in  
the About the convenience features section.)  
Press DEFROST twice.  
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IFamily-size, prepackaged frozen dinners  
can be defrosted and microwaved. If the  
food is in a foil container, transfer it to a  
microwave-safe dish.  
Turn the dial to enter defrosting time.  
2
Press START.  
3
IFoods 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.  
Turn the food over after half the time.  
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Press START.  
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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.  
IFor more even defrosting of larger foods,  
such as roasts, use Auto Defrost. Be sure  
large meats are completely defrosted  
before cooking.  
IWhen defrosted, food should be cool  
but softened in all areas. If still slightly icy,  
return to the microwave oven very briefly,  
or let it stand a few minutes.  
A dull thumping noise may be heard  
during defrosting. This is normal when  
oven is not operating at HI power.  
Defrosting Guide  
Food  
Time  
Comments  
Breads, Cakes  
Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece)  
Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.)  
1 min.  
3 to 5 min.  
Rearrange after half the time.  
Fish and Seafood  
Fillets, frozen (1 lb.)  
6 to 8 min.  
5 to 7 min.  
Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.)  
Place block in casserole. Turn over and break up after half the time.  
Fruit  
Plastic pouch—1 or 2  
(10-oz. package)  
3 to 6 min.  
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.)  
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork  
5 to 7 min.  
Turn meat over after first half of time.  
12 to 16 min. Use power level 10.  
per lb.  
Steaks, chops and cutlets  
5 to 7 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, cut up  
15 to 19 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.  
17 to 21 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.)  
Chicken, whole (212 to 3 lbs.)  
Cornish hen  
7 to 13 min.  
per lb.  
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.  
Turkey breast (4 to 6 lbs.)  
5 to 9 min.  
per lb.  
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 refrigerator to complete defrosting.  
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About the time features.  
Express Cook  
This is a quick way to set cooking time for  
30 seconds.  
The oven will start immediately. It will add  
30 seconds to the time counting down each  
time the pad is pressed.  
More Time/Less Time  
Press MORE or LESS during the time  
countdown.  
Pressing MORE will add 10 seconds to  
the cooking time each time the button  
is pressed. Pressing LESS will subtract  
10 seconds of cooking time each time  
the button is pressed.  
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Sequence Programming  
The oven allows you to automatically begin  
microwave cooking after defrosting.  
Defrost and Time Cook  
Select either Auto Defrost or Time Defrost.  
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Turn the dial to enter the food weight  
2 or defrosting time.  
Press POWER LEVEL. Change the power  
3 level if you don’t want full power. (Press  
POWER LEVEL repeatedly to select a  
desired power level.)  
Turn the dial to enter the cooking time.  
4
Press START to begin defrosting, or  
5 press POWER LEVEL again if you want to  
program a second Time Cook. Change  
the power level if you don’t want full  
power.  
Turn the dial to enter the second  
6 cooking time.  
Press START.  
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After defrosting, Time Cook I and  
Time Cook II automatically count down.  
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About the convenience features.  
Popcorn  
To use the Popcorn feature:  
How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to  
Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time  
Follow package instructions, using  
1 Time Cook if the package is less than  
If you find that the brand of popcorn you  
use underpops or overcooks consistently,  
you can add or subtract 10 seconds to the  
automatic popping time.  
1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces.  
Place the package of popcorn in the  
center of the microwave.  
Press POPCORN once for a 3.5 ounce  
To add time during countdown:  
2 package of popcorn, twice for a  
After pressing POPCORN, press MORE  
immediately after the oven starts  
for an extra 10 seconds.  
Use only with prepackaged  
microwave popcorn weighing  
1.75 to 3.5 ounces.  
3.0 ounce package or three times for  
a 1.75 ounce package. The oven starts  
immediately.  
To subtract time during countdown:  
After pressing POPCORN, press LESS  
immediately after the oven starts  
for 10 seconds less cooking time.  
Beverage  
To add time during countdown:  
To use the Beverage feature:  
Pressing MORE will add 10 seconds of  
cooking time each time the button is  
pressed.  
Press Beverage once for 1 cup, twice for  
2 cups or three times for 3 cups.  
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may  
be very hot. Remove the container with care.  
To subtract time during countdown:  
Pressing LESS will subtract 10 seconds  
of cooking time each time the button is  
pressed.  
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Auto Cook  
To add time during countdown:  
The Auto Cook feature automatically sets the  
cooking times and power levels for a variety  
of foods.  
Pressing MORE will add 10 seconds of  
cooking time each time the button is  
pressed.  
Press AUTO COOK.  
1
To subtract time during countdown:  
Turn the dial to enter food selection  
2 1–9 (see the Cook Guide below).  
Pressing LESS will subtract 10 seconds  
of cooking time each time the button is  
pressed.  
Press START.  
3
Auto Cook Guide  
Food Selection  
Amount  
Comments  
1 Canned Vegetables  
1 can  
Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Cover with  
(14 to 16 oz.) lid or vented plastic wrap.  
2 Dinner Plate  
12 oz.  
8 oz.  
Cover with vented plastic wrap.  
3 Fresh Vegetables  
Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Add  
2 tablespoons water for each serving. Cover  
with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
4 Fresh Vegetables  
5 Frozen Vegetables  
16 oz.  
8 oz.  
Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Follow  
package instructions for adding water. Cover  
with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
6 Frozen Vegetables  
7 Potatoes  
16 oz.  
2 potatoes Pierce skin with fork. Place potatoes on the  
turntable.  
8 Potatoes  
9 Soup  
4 potatoes  
12 oz.  
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
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About the convenience features.  
Auto Defrost  
There is a handy guide located on the inside  
The Defrost feature gives you two ways to  
defrost frozen foods. Press DEFROST once  
for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost.  
front of the oven.  
Guide  
Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish  
weighing up to 6.5 pounds. 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.  
IRemove meat from package and place on  
microwave-safe dish.  
Press DEFROST once.  
IAfter one half of the defrosting time, turn  
the food over. Remove defrosted meat or  
shield warm areas with small pieces of  
foil.  
1
Using the Conversion Guide below, turn  
2 the dial to enter food weight.  
Press START.  
IAfter defrosting, most meats need to  
stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting.  
Large roasts should stand for about  
30 minutes.  
3
(Time Defrost is explained in the About the  
time features section.)  
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  
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About the other features.  
Cooking Complete Reminder  
until you either open the oven door or  
press PAUSE/CLEAR.  
To remind you that you have food in the  
oven, the oven will beep once a minute  
Clock  
Press to enter the time of day.  
Press CLOCK repeatedly to select  
12-hour or 24-hour time.  
1
Turn the dial to enter the hour.  
2
3
4
5
Press CLOCK.  
Turn the dial to enter the minutes.  
Press CLOCK.  
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Pause/Clear  
without opening the door or clearing the  
display. Press START to restart the oven.  
In addition to cancelling selections,  
PAUSE/CLEAR allows you to stop cooking  
Child Lock-Out  
You may lock the control panel to prevent  
the microwave oven from being accidentally  
started or used by children.  
To lock or unlock the controls, press and  
hold PAUSE/CLEAR for about three seconds.  
When the control panel is locked, the LOCK  
indicator will be lit.  
Kitchen Timer  
Kitchen Timer operates as a minute timer  
when the oven is not operating.  
Press KITCHEN TIMER.  
1
2
Turn the dial to enter the time you  
want to count down.  
Press START.  
3
When time is up, the oven will signal.  
NOTE: The Kitchen Timer indicator will be lit  
while the timer is operating.  
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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 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.  
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.  
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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 oven.  
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.  
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 oven. If you choose to use a  
common household cleaner, first apply the cleaner directly to a clean cloth, then wipe  
the soiled area.  
Stainless Steel  
Do not use a steel-wood pad; it will scratch the surface.  
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.  
The stainless steel can be cleaned with Cerama Bryte® or a similar product using a clean  
soft cloth. You can order Cerama Bryte® Stainless Steel Appliance Cleaner through GE  
Parts by calling 800.626.2002.  
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 oven.  
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.  
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Before you call for service…  
Troubleshooting Tips  
Save time and money! Review the chart below and  
you may not need to call for service.  
Problem  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
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.  
Door not securely closed.  
Open the door and close securely.  
Control panel lighted, yet  
oven will not start  
Open the door and close securely.  
Press START.  
START pad not pressed after  
entering cooking selection.  
Another selection entered  
already in oven and PAUSE/CLEAR  
pad not pressed to cancel it.  
Press PAUSE/CLEAR.  
Press START.  
PAUSE/CLEAR was pressed  
accidentally.  
Food weight not entered after  
selecting AUTO DEFROST.  
Make sure you have entered food weight after selecting  
AUTO DEFROST.  
Food type not entered after  
Make sure you have entered a food type.  
pressing AUTO COOK.  
Microwave oven controls  
will not work  
The control has been locked.  
(When the control panel is  
locked, the LOCK indicator  
will be lit.)  
Press and hold PAUSE/CLEAR for about three  
seconds to unlock the control.  
Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven  
ISteam or vapor escaping from around  
the door.  
ITV/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.  
ILight reflection around door or  
outer case.  
IDimming oven light and change in  
the blower sound at power levels other  
than high.  
IDull thumping sound while oven is  
operating.  
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GE Service Protection Plus  
GE, a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability, offers you  
Service Protection Plus —comprehensive protection on all your appliances—  
No Matter What Brand!  
Benefits Include:  
Backed by GE  
All brands covered  
Unlimited service calls  
All parts and labor costs included  
No out-of-pocket expenses  
No hidden deductibles  
One 800 number to call  
We’ll Cover Any Appliance.  
Anywhere. Anytime.*  
You will be completely satisfied with our service protection or you may request your money back  
on the remaining value of your contract. No questions asked. It’s that simple.  
Protect your refrigerator, dishwasher, washer and dryer, range, TV, VCR and much more—any brand!  
Plus there’s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available. Even icemaker  
coverage and food spoilage protection is offered. You can rest easy, knowing that all your valuable  
household products are protected against expensive repairs.  
Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at 800.626.2224  
for more information.  
*All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S.  
Cut here  
Please place in envelope and mail to:  
General Electric Company  
Warranty Registration Department  
P.O. Box 32150  
Louisville, KY 40232-2150  
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration  
Dear Customer:  
Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us.  
We are proud to have you as a customer!  
Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment:  
Complete and mail  
your Consumer  
After mailing the  
registration below,  
store this document  
in a safe place. It  
contains information  
you will need should  
you require service.  
Our service number is  
Read your Owner’s  
Manual carefully.  
It will help you  
operate your new  
appliance properly.  
Product Ownership  
Registration today.  
Have the peace of  
mind of knowing we  
can contact you in  
the unlikely event of  
safety modification.  
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800.GE.CARES  
2 3  
(800.432.2737).  
Model Number  
Serial Number  
Important: If you did not get a registration card with your  
product, detach and return the form below to  
ensure that your product is registered, or register  
online at ge.com.  
Cut here  
Consumer Product Ownership Registration  
Model Number  
Serial Number  
Mr. I Ms. I  
Mrs. I  
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First  
Name  
Last  
Name  
Street  
Address  
Apt. #  
City  
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* Please provide your e-mail address to receive, via e-mail, discounts, special offers and other  
important communications from GE Appliances (GEA).  
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I Check here if you do not want to receive communications from GEA’s carefully selected  
partners.  
FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR  
WARRANTY RIGHTS.  
For more information about GEA’s privacy and data usage policy, go to ge.com and click on  
“Privacy Policy” or call 800.626.2224.  
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GE Microwave Oven Warranty.  
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,  
Staple your receipt here.  
Proof of the original purchase  
date is needed to obtain service  
under the warranty.  
or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service,  
on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES  
(800.432.2737). Please have serial and model numbers available  
when calling for service.  
For The Period Of: GE Will Replace:  
One Year  
From the date of the  
original purchase  
Any part 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.  
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For the above limited warranty: To avoid any trip charges, you must take the microwave oven to a General Electric Customer Care servicer and  
pick it up following service. In-home service is also available, but you must pay for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.  
What GE Will Not Cover:  
I Service trips to your home to teach you how to  
I Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit  
use the product.  
breakers.  
I Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.  
I Product not accessible to provide required service.  
I Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods  
or acts of God.  
I Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible  
I 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.  
defects with this appliance.  
I Damage caused after delivery.  
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as 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 a GE Authorized 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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Consumer Support.  
GE Appliances Website  
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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,  
order parts, catalogs, or even schedule service on-line. You can also “Ask Our Team of Experts”  
your questions, and so much more...  
Schedule Service  
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Expert GE repair 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 hours.  
Real Life Design Studio  
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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).  
Extended Warranties  
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Purchase a GE extended 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 800.626.2224 during normal business hours.  
GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires.  
Parts and Accessories  
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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.  
Contact Us  
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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  
Register Your Appliance  
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Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for  
enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise.  
You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.  
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