GE Microwave Oven JES1339 User Manual

GE Appliances  
Safety Information  
Troubleshooting  
Owner’s Manual  
Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . .9 Tips  . . . . . . . . . . . . .33, 34  
Arcing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Things That Are  
Extension Cords  . . . . .10 Normal  . . . . . . . . . . . . .34  
JES1339  
Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5  
Customer Service  
Grounding  
Product Registration  .12  
Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .8  
Service Telephone  
Microwave-Safe  
Numbers 13, Back Cover  
Cookware  . . . . . . . . . .6, 7  
Warranty  . . . . . . . . . . . .35  
Precautions to Avoid  
Possible Exposure to  
Excessive Microwave  
Energy  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
Safety Precautions . . .2, 3  
Operating Instructions  
Convenience  
Features  . . . . . . . . .23–26  
Microwave Terms  . . . .30  
Other Features  . . .27–29  
Oven Features  . . . .14, 15  
Power Levels . . . . . . . . .16  
Time Features  . . . .17–22  
Care and Cleaning  
Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
Outside  . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
Turntable  . . . . . . . . . . .31  
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Do not mount this appliance  
To reduce the risk of fire in  
over a sink.  
the oven cavity:  
Do not mount the microwave  
oven over or near any portion  
of a heating or cooking  
appliance.  
 Do not overcook food.  
Carefully attend appliance  
if paper, plastic or other  
combustible materials are  
placed inside the oven  
while cooking.  
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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.  
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.  
Do not cover or block any  
openings on the appliance.  
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 If materials inside the oven  
should 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.  
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.  
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See door surface cleaning  
instructions in the  
Do not store this appliance  
outdoors. Do not use this  
product near water—for  
example, in a wet  
basement, near a swimming  
pool or near a sink.  
section of this manual.  
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This appliance should be  
serviced only by qualified  
service personnel. Contact  
nearest authorized service  
facility for examination,  
repair or adjustment.  
Keep power cord away from  
heated surfaces.  
Do not immerse power cord  
or plug in water.  
As with any appliance, close  
supervision is necessary  
when used by children.  
Do not let power cord hang  
over edge of table or counter.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
WARNING!  
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ARCING  
CLEAR/OFF  
Arcing is the microwave term  
for sparks in the oven. Arcing  
is caused by:  
Metal, such as twist-ties,  
poultry pins, or gold-rimmed  
dishes, in the microwave.  
Metal or foil touching the  
Recycled paper towels  
side of the oven.  
containing small metal pieces  
being used in the microwave.  
Foil not molded to food  
(upturned edges act like  
antennas).  
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FOODS  
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.  
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.  
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Some products such as  
whole eggs and sealed  
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containers—for example,  
closed jars—will explode and  
should not be heated in this  
microwave oven. Such use of  
the microwave oven could  
result in injury.  
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.  
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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SyeIfrmation  
Spontaneous boiling—Under  
certain special circumstances,  
liquids may start to boil  
during or shortly after  
SUPERHEATED WATER  
removal from the microwave  
oven. To prevent burns from  
splashing liquid, we  
recommend the following:  
before removing the  
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container from the oven,  
allow the container to stand  
in the oven for 30 to 40  
seconds after the oven has  
shut off. Do not boil liquids in  
narrow-necked containers  
such as soft drink bottles,  
wine flasks and especially  
narrow-necked coffee cups.  
Even if the container is  
opened, excessive steam can  
build up and cause it to burst  
or overflow.  
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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.  
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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.  
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Do not overcook potatoes.  
They could dehydrate and  
catch fire, causing damage  
to your oven.  
Don’t defrost frozen  
beverages in narrow-  
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Cook meat and poultry  
thoroughly—meat to at  
least an INTERNAL  
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.  
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!  
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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.”  
Do not use recycled paper  
products. Recycled paper  
towels, napkins and waxed  
paper can contain metal  
flecks which may cause arcing  
or ignite. Paper products  
containing nylon or nylon  
filaments should be avoided,  
as they may also ignite.  
Some styrofoam trays (like  
those that meat is packaged  
on) have a thin strip of metal  
embedded in the bottom.  
When microwaved, the metal  
can burn the floor of the oven  
or ignite a paper towel.  
OpeagIructions  
If you are not sure if a dish is  
microwave-safe, use this test:  
Place in the oven both the  
dish you are testing and a  
glass measuring cup filled  
with 1 cup of water—set the  
measuring cup either in or  
next to the dish. Microwave  
30–45 seconds at high. If the  
dish heats, it should not be  
used for microwaving.  
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Do not use the microwave to  
dry newspapers.  
Not all plastic wrap is suitable  
for use in microwave ovens.  
Check the package for  
proper use.  
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only the water in the cup  
heats, then the dish is  
microwave-safe.  
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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.  
If you use a meat  
thermometer while cooking,  
make sure it is safe for use  
in microwave ovens.  
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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“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  
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  
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overcooking. In longer  
exposures to overcooking,  
the food and cookware  
could ignite.  
carefully and direct steam  
away from hands and face.  
Use microwave-safe  
plastics only and use  
them in strict compliance  
with the cookware  
manufacturer’s  
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  
1 inch away from the sides  
of the oven.  
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recommendations.  
Do not microwave empty  
2 containers.  
Do not permit children  
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to use plastic cookware  
without complete  
supervision.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
WARNING!  
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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.  
OpeagIructions  
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.  
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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  
section.)  
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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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SyeIfrmation  
ADAPTER PLUGS  
Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected  
infrequently.  
Because of potential safety  
hazards under certain conditions,  
we strongly recommend against the  
use of an adapter plug. However, if  
you still elect to use an adapter,  
where local codes permit, a  
(Adapter plugs not  
permitted in Canada)  
OepagIructions  
Align large  
prongs/slots  
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.  
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:  
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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.  
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Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected  
frequently.  
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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.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
WARNING!  
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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;  
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The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and it  
2 must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet;  
The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape  
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3 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.  
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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY  
INFORMATION CAREFULLY.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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A Service Partnership.  
IMPORTANT!  
Fill out the Consumer Product Registration Card.  
Two easy ways to register your appliance!  
Complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card  
FOR YOUR RECORDS  
Write the model and serial numbers here:  
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You can find them on a label inside the oven.  
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.  
Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service  
under the warranty.  
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READ THIS MANUAL  
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use  
and maintain your microwave oven properly. Just a little  
preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of  
time and money over the life of your microwave oven.  
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IF YOU NEED SERVICE  
You’ll find many answers to common problems in the  
section. If you review our chart  
of  
first, you may not need to call for  
service at all.  
If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is  
only a phone call away. A list of toll-free customer service  
numbers is included in the back section. Or you can  
always call the GE Answer Center® at 800.626.2000,  
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  
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Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.com  
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About the features of your microwave oven.  
1100 Watts  
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Features of the Oven  
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Door Latches.  
Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be  
viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.  
Convenience Guide.  
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Touch Control Panel and 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:  
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Cooking Controls  
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Time Features  
Press  
Enter  
TIME COOK  
Amount of cooking time  
TIME DEFROST  
EXPRESS COOK  
POWER LEVEL  
30 SEC.  
Amount of defrosting time  
Starts immediately!  
Power level 1–10  
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Starts immediately!  
Convenience Features  
Press  
Enter  
Option  
POPCORN  
Starts immediately! 3.5 oz., 3 oz. or  
1.75 oz.  
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more/less time  
BEVERAGE  
Starts immediately! 4 oz., 8 oz. or 12 oz.  
REHEAT  
SNACKS  
COOK  
Food type 1–6  
Snack type 1–6  
Food type 1–9 + weight  
Food weight  
1–3 servings  
number/weight  
AUTO DEFROST  
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About changing the power level.  
The power level may be entered or changed  
immediately after entering the feature time for  
Time Cook, Time Defrost or Express Cook. The power  
level may also be changed during time countdown.  
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Press TIME COOK or TIME DEFROST.  
1
Enter cooking or defrosting time.  
2
Press POWER LEVEL.  
3
Select desired power level 1–10.  
4
Press START.  
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Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave  
cooking. The power levels on the microwave oven can be  
compared to the surface units on a range. Each power  
level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the  
time. Power level 7 is microwave energy 70% of the time.  
Power level 3 is energy 30% of the time. Most cooking  
will be done on High (power level 10) which gives you  
100% power. Power level 10 will cook faster but food  
may need more frequent stirring, rotating or turning  
over. A lower setting will cook more evenly and need  
less stirring or rotating of the food. Some foods may  
have better flavor, texture or appearance if one of the  
lower settings is used. Use a lower power level when  
cooking foods that have a tendency to boil over, such  
as scalloped potatoes.  
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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.  
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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.  
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Low 2 or 3: Defrosting; simmering; delicate sauces.  
Warm 1: Keeping food warm; softening butter.  
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About the time features.  
Time Cook  
Time Cook I  
Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes  
and 99 seconds.  
Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may  
change it for more flexibility.  
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Press TIME COOK.  
1
Enter cooking time.  
2
Change power level if you don’t want full  
3 power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired  
power level 1–10.)  
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  
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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  
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3 power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired  
power level 1–10.)  
Press TIME COOK again.  
4
Enter the second cook time.  
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Change the power level if you don’t want full  
6 power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired  
power level 1–10.)  
Press START.  
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At the end of Time Cook I, Time Cook II counts down.  
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About the time features (cont.).  
NOTE:  
power level High (10)  
Vegetable  
Asparagus  
Amount  
Time  
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1 lb.  
5 to 8 min.,  
Med-High (7) water.  
In 112-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup  
10-oz. package 4 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole.  
Beans  
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  
1 bunch  
16 to 22 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup  
water.  
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Broccoli  
1 bunch  
5 to 9 min.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup  
water.  
(114 to 112 lbs.)  
1 bunch  
7 to 11 min.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup  
water.  
(114 to 112 lbs.)  
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10-oz. package 4 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole.  
10-oz. package 4 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place  
3 tablespoons water.  
Cabbage  
Carrots  
1 medium head 6 to 10 min.  
(about 2 lbs.)  
In 112- or 2-qt. casserole, place  
1/4 cup water.  
In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place  
1/4 cup water.  
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5 to 9 min.  
1 lb.  
4 to 8 min.  
In 112-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup  
water.  
10-oz. package 3 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place  
2 tablespoons water.  
Cauliflower  
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.  
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Vegetable  
Corn  
Amount  
Time  
Comments  
10-oz. package  
2 to 6 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place  
2 tablespoons water.  
Corn on the cob  
1 to 5 ears  
114 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.  
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1 ear  
3 to 6 min.  
Place in 2-qt. oblong glass  
baking dish. Cover with vented  
plastic wrap. Rearrange after  
half of time.  
2 to 6 ears  
1 to 3 min.  
per ear  
Mixed  
vegetables  
10-oz. package  
2 to 6 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place  
3 tablespoons water.  
Peas  
(
2 lbs. unshelled 7 to 10 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup  
water.  
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10-oz. package  
2 to 6 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place  
2 tablespoons water.  
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Potatoes  
4 potatoes  
(6 to 8 oz. each)  
9 to 12 min. Peel and cut into 1-inch cubes.  
Place in 2-qt.casserole with 1/2  
cup water. Stir after half of time.  
1 (6 to 8 oz.)  
2 to 4 min.  
Pierce with cooking fork. Place  
in center of the oven. Let stand  
5 minutes.  
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Spinach  
(
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.  
10-oz. package  
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Squash  
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. 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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Time Defrost  
Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time.  
See the  for suggested times.  
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Press TIME DEFROST.  
1
2
3
Enter defrosting time.  
Press START.  
Power level is automatically set at 3, but can be changed.  
You can defrost small items quickly by raising the power  
level after entering the time. Power level 7 cuts the total  
defrosting time in about half; power level 10 cuts the  
total time to approximately 1/3. However, food will  
need more frequent attention than usual.  
A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting.  
This is normal when oven is not operating at High power.  
OpeagIructions  
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.  
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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.  
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.  
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roasts, use Auto Defrost. Be sure large meats are  
completely defrosted before cooking.  
When defrosted, food should be cool but softened  
in all areas. If still slightly icy, return to the microwave  
very briefly, or let it stand a few minutes.  
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Food  
Time  
Comments  
Breads, Cakes  
Bread, buns or rolls  
Sweet rolls  
1/4 min.  
2 to 4 min.  
Rearrange after half the time.  
Fish and Seafood  
Fillets, frozen  
Shellfish, small pieces  
6 to 9 min.  
3 to 7 min.  
OepagIructions  
Place block in casserole. Turn over and  
break up after half the time.  
Fruit  
Plastic pouch—1 or 2  
1 to 5 min.  
Meat  
Bacon  
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  
Ground meat  
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.  
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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  
cut up  
14 to 20 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap  
and turn over after first half of time. After  
second half of time, separate pieces and  
place in cooking dish. Microwave 2 to 4  
minutes more, if necessary. Let stand a  
few minutes to finish defrosting.  
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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.  
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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  
3 to 8 min.  
per lb.  
Place unwrapped breast in microwave-safe  
dish breast-side-down. After half of time,  
turn breast-side-up and shield warm areas  
with foil. Defrost for second half of time.  
Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to  
complete defrosting.  
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Express Cook  
Press one of the Express Cook pads (from 1 to 6) for 1  
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to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example,  
press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.  
The power level can be changed as time is counting  
down. Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1–10.  
Add 30 Seconds  
It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each  
time the pad is pressed.  
It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds of  
cooking time.  
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About the convenience features.  
Popcorn  
To use the Popcorn feature:  
Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the  
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package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5  
ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center  
of the microwave.  
(less time)  
(more time)  
Use only with prepackaged  
microwave popcorn weighing  
1.75 to 3.5 ounces.  
Press POPCORN once for a 3.5 ounce package of  
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2 popcorn, twice for a 3.0 ounce package, or three  
times for a 1.75 ounce package. The oven starts  
immediately.  
How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or  
Longer Cook Time  
If you find that the brand of popcorn you use underpops  
or overcooks consistently, you can add or subtract 20  
seconds to the automatic popping time.  
After pressing POPCORN, press 9 immediately after the  
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To use the Beverage feature:  
Press BEVERAGE once for a 4oz. beverage, twice for  
an 8 oz. beverage or three times for a 12oz. beverage.  
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot.  
Remove the container with care.  
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Reheat  
The Reheat feature reheats 1 to 3 servings of many  
previously cooked foods.  
Press REHEAT.  
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Select food type 1–6 for one serving (see  
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below).  
Press 2 or 3 to reheat 2 or 3 servings.  
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Press START.  
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START.  
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3.  
Reheat Guide  
Food Type  
Comments  
1 Pasta  
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
Use wide mouth mug.  
2 Meats, casseroles, pizza  
3 Fruits and vegetables  
4 Beverages, 8–10 oz.  
OpeagIructions  
5 Sauces and gravies  
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
Cover with vented plastic wrap.  
6 Plate of leftovers (2 to 3 foods, 4 oz. each)  
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Snacks  
The Snacks feature automatically sets the microwaving  
times and power levels to warm a variety of snack foods.  
Press SNACKS.  
1
Select snack type 1–6 (see Snacks Guide below).  
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Press START.  
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Snacks Guide  
Food Type  
Quantity or Weight  
1 Bread, rolls, muffins  
2 Sandwiches  
1 to 4  
1 to 2  
3 Pizza (leftover slices)  
4 Dessert toppings  
5 Soup  
1 to 4  
1 to 4  
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4 to 16 oz.  
6 Cheese dip  
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Cook  
The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times  
and power levels for a variety of foods.  
Press COOK.  
1
Select food type 1–9 (see the  
Enter weight in ounces.  
Press START.  
below).  
2
3
4
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Hint:  
COOK  
Cook Guide  
Food Type  
Weight  
Comments  
1 Canned Vegetables  
4 to 20 oz.  
Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl.  
Cover with lid or vented plastic  wrap.  
2 Frozen Vegetables  
3 Fresh Vegetables  
4 to 16 oz.  
4 to 16 oz.  
Use microwave-safe casserole or  
bowl. Follow package instructions  
for adding water. Cover with lid or  
vented plastic wrap.  
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Add 2 tablespoons water for each  
serving. Cover with lid or vented  
plastic wrap.  
4 Potatoes  
5 Fish  
8 to 40 oz.  
4 to 16 oz.  
4 to 40 oz.  
Pierce skin with fork. Place potatoes  
on the turntable.  
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Use oblong, square or round dish.  
Cover with vented plastic wrap.  
6 Chicken Pieces  
Use oblong, square or round dish.  
Cover with vented plastic wrap or  
wax paper.  
7 Ground Meat  
(beef, pork, turkey)  
8 to 48 oz.  
Use round casserole dish. Crumble  
meat into dish. Cover with lid or  
vented plastic wrap.  
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2 to 10 oz.  
4 to 16 oz.  
Layer strips on a plate, 4 to a layer.  
Cover each layer with a paper towel.  
9 Pizza  
(frozen, microwaveable)  
Follow package instructions to  
prepare pizza for microwaving.  
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Auto Defrost  
Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish.  
Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods.  
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Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and  
power levels to give even defrosting results for meats,  
poultry and fish.  
Press AUTO DEFROST.  
1
Using the  
below, enter food weight.  
2 For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds    
(1 pound, 3 ounces).  
Press START.  
3
Guide  
Remove meat from package and place on microwave-  
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safe dish.  
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.  
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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.  
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Enter Food Weight  
(tenths of a pound)  
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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.  
OepagIructions  
Press CLOCK.  
1
Enter time of day.  
2
Press START or CLOCK.  
3
Delay Start  
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cooking up to 12 hours.  
Press DELAY START.  
1
Enter the time you want the oven to start. (Be sure  
2 the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.)  
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Select your desired cooking program.  
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Press START.  
4
The Delay Start time will be displayed. The oven will  
automatically start at the delayed time.  
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Reminder  
The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock,  
without starting the oven. The Reminder time can be set  
up to 12 hours later.  
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Press DELAY START.  
1
Enter the time you want the oven to remind you.  
2 (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time  
of day.)  
Press START. The Reminder time may be displayed  
3 by pressing DELAY START.  
NOTE: REM  
Reminder  
Reminder  
CLEAR/OFF  
OpeagIructions  
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, an L will be displayed.  
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Sound  
Press SOUND to turn the oven beeper on or off.  
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Kitchen Timer  
This pad performs three functions:  
It operates as a minute timer.  
It can be set to delay cooking.  
It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting.  
The Kitchen Timer operates without microwave energy.  
How to Use as a Minute Timer  
OepagIructions  
Press KITCHEN TIMER.  
1
Enter the amount of time you want to count down.  
2
Press START. When the time is up, the timer will signal.  
3
How to Use to Delay the Start of Cooking  
You can set the microwave to delay cooking up to 99  
minutes and 99 seconds.  
Press TIME COOK and enter the amount of cooking  
time.  
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Press START. The timer will begin counting down to  
3 zero and cooking will then begin.  
How to Use to Set a Holding Time  
You can set a holding time between Defrost and  
Time Cook, from one second to 99 minutes.  
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Press TIME DEFROST.  
1
Enter defrosting time.  
2
Press KITCHEN TIMER.  
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4
Press TIME COOK.  
5
Enter cooking time.  
6
Press START.  
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Microwave terms.  
Term  
Definition  
Arcing  
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is  
caused by:  
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metal or foil touching the side of the oven.  
foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act  
like antennas).  
metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.  
recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.  
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.  
OpeagIructions  
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.  
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Venting  
After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by  
turning back one corner so excess steam can escape.  
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Care and cleaning of the microwave oven.  
Helpful Hints  
Open the oven door a few minutes after cooking to air  
out the inside. 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.  
OepagIructions  
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.  
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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 (cont.).  
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.  
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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  
OpeagIructions  
It’s important to keep the area clean where the door  
seals against the microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive  
detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth.  
Rinse well.  
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Before you 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.  
OepagIructions  
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.  
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already in oven and  
CLEAR/OFF pad not  
pressed to cancel it.  
Cooking time not entered Make sure you have  
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after pressing TIME COOK.  
entered cooking time  
after pressing TIME COOK.  
CLEAR/OFF was pressed  
accidentally.  
Reset cooking program  
and press START.  
Food weight not entered  
after pressing AUTO  
DEFROST.  
Make sure you have  
entered food weight  
after pressing AUTO  
DEFROST.  
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after pressing REHEAT  
or COOK.  
Make sure you have  
entered a food type.  
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Before you call for service…  
Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven  
Steam or vapor escaping from around the door.  
Light reflection around door or outer case.  
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Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power  
levels other than high.  
Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.  
TV/radio interference might be noticed while using the  
microwave. Similar to the interference caused by other small  
appliances, it does not indicate a problem with the microwave.  
Plug the microwave into a different electrical circuit, move the  
radio or 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  
For The Period Of:  
GE Will Replace:  
One Year  
Any part of the microwave oven which fails due to a  
defect in materials or workmanship. During this  
one-year limited warranty, GE will also provide, free  
of charge, all labor to repair or replace the defective part.  
OepagIructions  
Four Years  
The magnetron tube, if the magnetron tube fails due to  
a defect in materials or workmanship. During this  
four-year limited warranty, you will be responsible for  
any labor or in-home service costs.  
For each of the above warranties: 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:  
Service trips to your home to teach you  
Replacement of house fuses or  
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resetting of circuit breakers.  
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Improper installation.  
Damage to the product caused by  
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.  
Failure of the product if it is  
abused, misused, or used for  
other than the intended purpose  
or used commercially.  
Incidental or consequential damage to  
personal property caused by possible  
defects with this appliance.  
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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased  
for home use within the USA.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This  
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to  
state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your  
state’s Attorney General.  
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Service Telephone Numbers.  
®
GE Answer Center 800.626.2000  
The GE Answer Center®is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  
OR  
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Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.com  
In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737)  
Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away.  
Special Needs Service 800.626.2000  
TDD 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322)  
GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-  
free kitchen for persons with limited mobility.  
OepagIructinos  
Service Contracts 800-626-2224  
Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect  
and you’ll receive a substantial discount. GE Consumer Service will  
still be there after your warranty expires.  
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Parts and Accessories 800-626-2002  
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts  
or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA, MasterCard, and  
Discover cards are accepted).  
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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.  
Service Satisfaction  
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, follow  
these steps. First, contact the people who serviced your appliance.  
Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your  
phone number—to: Manager, Customer Relations, GE Appliances,  
Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225.  
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