GE Microwave Oven JES1039 User Manual

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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . .2–11  
Owner’s Manual  
Operating Instructions  
JES1039  
Auto Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
Changing the Power Level . . . . .16  
Convenience Features . . . . . .23, 24  
Features of Your  
Microwave Oven . . . . . . . . . .12–15  
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . . .26, 27  
Time Features . . . . . . . . . . . .17–22  
Care and Cleaning  
Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
Turntable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . .31, 32  
Things That Are Normal  
With Your Microwave Oven . . . .32  
Consumer Support  
Consumer Support . . . .Back Cover  
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35  
Write the model and serial numbers here:  
Model # ________________________  
Serial # ________________________  
Find these numbers on a label inside  
the oven.  
3828W5A8484 49-40494 01-06 JR  
 
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Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this  
Owner’s Manual.  
I This microwave oven is not approved  
I Do not let power cord hang over  
or tested for marine use.  
edge of table or counter.  
I Do not mount this appliance over  
I To reduce the risk of fire in the  
a sink.  
oven cavity:  
I Do not mount the microwave oven  
over or near any portion of a heating  
or cooking appliance.  
Do not overcook food. Carefully  
attend appliance when paper, plastic  
or other combustible materials are  
placed inside the oven while cooking.  
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 This appliance must only be serviced  
by qualified service personnel.  
Contact nearest authorized service  
facility for examination, repair or  
adjustment.  
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 sparks in the oven. Arcing  
is caused by:  
I Metal, such as twist-ties,  
poultry pins, or gold-rimmed  
dishes, in the microwave.  
I Metal or foil touching the  
I Recycled paper towels  
side 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  
I SUPERHEATED WATER  
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.  
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 Don’t defrost frozen  
beverages in narrow-necked  
bottles (especially carbonated  
beverages). Even if the  
container is opened, pressure  
can build up. This can  
To reduce the risk of injury  
to persons:  
cause the container to burst,  
possibly resulting in injury.  
— Do not overheat 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.  
— 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 Do not overcook potatoes.  
They could dehydrate and  
catch fire, causing damage  
to your oven.  
— Use extreme care when  
inserting a spoon or other  
utensil into the container.  
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 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,  
as 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  
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  
1 minute at high. If the dish  
heats, it should not be used  
for microwaving.  
oven or ignite a paper towel.  
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  
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.  
covered with plastic wrap,  
remove covering carefully  
and direct steam away from  
hands and face.  
Follow these guidelines:  
Use microwave-safe  
plastics only and  
use them in strict  
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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.  
compliance with the  
cookware manufacturer’s  
recommendations.  
Do not microwave empty  
containers.  
2
Do not permit children  
to use plastic cookware  
without complete  
supervision.  
3
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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,  
(Adapter plugs not  
we strongly recommend against the  
use of an adapter plug. However,  
if you still elect to use an adapter,  
where local codes permit,  
permitted in Canada)  
Align large  
prongs/slots  
a 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 2-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  
it must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet;  
2
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  
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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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About the features of your microwave oven.  
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.  
You can microwave by time or with the convenience features.  
Time Features  
Convenience Features and Auto Feature  
TIME COOK  
BAKED POTATO  
POPCORN  
BEVERAGE  
AUTO/TIME DEFROST  
30 SEC.  
REHEAT  
POWER  
LEVEL  
1
2
3
AUTO/TIME DEFROST  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
6
4
5
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
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Cooking Controls  
Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.  
Time Features  
Press  
Enter  
TIME COOK  
Amount of cooking time  
Press once or twice  
AUTO/TIME DEFROST  
Amount of defrosting time  
Press twice  
30 SEC.  
Starts immediately!  
Starts immediately!  
Power level 1–10  
EXPRESS COOK  
POWER LEVEL  
Convenience Features and Auto Feature  
Press  
Enter  
Option  
POPCORN  
Press once, twice  
Starts immediately!  
3.5 oz., 3 oz.  
or 1.75 oz.  
or three times  
BEVERAGE  
Press once or twice  
Starts immediately!  
Starts immediately!  
Starts immediately!  
8 oz. or 16 oz.  
1 or 2 servings  
REHEAT  
Press once or twice  
BAKED POTATO  
Press once, twice,  
1, 2, 3 or 4  
potatoes  
three times or four times  
AUTO/TIME DEFROST  
Food weight  
Press once  
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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 or Express Cook. The power level may  
also be changed during time countdown.  
POWER  
LEVEL  
Press TIME COOK.  
1
1
2
3
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
Enter cooking or defrosting time.  
2
4
5
6
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
Press POWER LEVEL.  
3
7
8
0
9
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.  
START  
PAUSE  
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.  
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Time Cook  
Time Cook I  
Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes  
and 99 seconds.  
TIME COOK  
1
2
3
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may  
change it for more flexibility.  
4
5
6
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
Press TIME COOK.  
7
8
0
9
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
START  
PAUSE  
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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Vegetable  
Amount  
Time  
Comments  
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 1cubes.  
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. (Auto  
Defrost is explained in the About the auto feature section.)  
AUTO/TIME DEFROST  
1
2
3
Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST twice.  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
1
Enter defrosting time.  
4
5
6
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
2
Press START.  
7
8
0
9
3
Turn food over when the oven signals.  
4
Press START.  
5
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.  
START  
PAUSE  
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.  
cut up (212 to 3 lbs.)  
After second half of time, separate pieces  
and place in cooking dish. Microwave  
2–4 minutes more, if necessary. Let stand  
a few minutes to finish defrosting.  
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 1–2 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.  
1
2
3
Press one of the Express Cook pads (from 1 to 6) for  
1–6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example,  
press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
4
5
6
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
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.  
30 SEC.  
I It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds of  
cooking time.  
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About the convenience  
features.  
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Popcorn  
To use the Popcorn feature:  
Follow 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.  
POPCORN  
1
1
9
EXPRESS COOK  
(less time)  
(more time)  
Press POPCORN once for a 3.5-ounce package of  
popcorn, twice for a 3.0-ounce package, or three  
times for a 1.75-ounce package. The oven starts  
immediately.  
2
Use only with prepackaged  
microwave popcorn weighing  
1.75 to 3.5 ounces.  
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.  
Beverage  
To use the Beverage feature:  
Press BEVERAGE once for 1 cup (8 oz.), or twice for 2  
cups (16 oz.). The oven starts automatically.  
BEVERAGE  
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot.  
Remove the container with care.  
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About the convenience features.  
Reheat  
The Reheat feature reheats many previously  
cooked foods.  
REHEAT  
Press REHEAT once to reheat one 8 ounce serving, or  
twice to reheat two 8 ounce servings. The oven starts  
automatically.  
Baked Potato  
The Baked Potato feature cooks up to three 8- to  
10-ounce potatoes.  
BAKED POTATO  
Press BAKED POTATO. The serving size is automatically  
set at 1, but can be changed by pressing BAKED POTATO  
a second time for 2 potatoes, a third time for 3 potatoes,  
or a fourth time for 4 potatoes. The oven starts  
immediately.  
The Potato feature cooks up to  
four 8–10 ounce potatoes.  
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About the auto feature.  
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Auto Defrost  
The Auto/Time Defrost feature gives you two ways to  
defrost frozen foods. Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST once for  
Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost.  
AUTO/TIME DEFROST  
Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish.  
Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods.  
1
2
3
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
4
5
6
Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and  
power levels to give even defrosting results for meats,  
poultry and fish.  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
7
8
0
9
Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST once.  
1
Using the Conversion Guide below, enter food  
weight. For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2  
pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces).  
2
START  
PAUSE  
Press START.  
3
Guide  
(TIME DEFROST is explained in the About the time  
features section.)  
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.  
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.  
CLOCK  
Press CLOCK.  
1
1
2
3
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
Enter time of day.  
2
4
5
6
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
Press START or CLOCK.  
3
7
8
0
9
Timer  
The Timer operates as a minute timer. The Timer feature  
operates without microwave energy.  
TIMER  
Press TIMER.  
1
1
2
3
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
Enter the amount of time you want to count down.  
2
4
5
6
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
EXPRESS COOK  
Press START. When the time is up, the timer  
will signal.  
3
7
8
0
9
START  
PAUSE  
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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, L will be displayed.  
STOP  
CLEAR  
OFF  
START/PAUSE  
In addition to starting many functions, START/PAUSE  
allows you to stop cooking without opening the door  
or clearing the display.  
START  
PAUSE  
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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.  
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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.  
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, nonabrasive  
detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth.  
Rinse well.  
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Troubleshooting tips.  
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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. 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 selecting AUTO  
DEFROST.  
Make sure you have  
entered food weight  
after selecting AUTO  
DEFROST.  
Food type not entered  
after pressing REHEAT  
or COOK.  
Make sure you have  
entered a food type.  
Control panel won’t work The control has been  
locked. (When the control  
panel is locked, an L will  
Press and hold CLEAR/OFF  
for about three seconds to  
unlock the control.  
be displayed.)  
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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 Warranty.  
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service  
Staple your receipt here.  
Proof of the original  
purchase date is needed  
to obtain service under  
the warranty.  
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Centers, 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.  
For the above limited warranty: To avoid any trip charges, you must take the microwave oven to  
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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 use the product.  
I Replacement of house fuses or  
resetting of circuit breakers.  
I Improper installation, delivery or  
maintenance.  
I Damage to the product caused by  
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.  
I Product not accessible to provide  
I Incidental or consequential damage  
caused by possible defects with this  
appliance.  
required service.  
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.  
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  
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.  
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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  
Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are  
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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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warranty, should the need arise. You may also mail in the preprinted registration card  
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