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GE JKP85 User's Manual

1. 1 2 3 4 5 7 Press the CLOCK pad Enter time of day 674 9 0 Press the START pad or the CLOCK pad Display On Off To turn the clock display on or off press nispay ONO and hold the 0 pad for about 3 seconds The Display On Offfeature cannot be used while a cooking feature is in use Delay Start Delay Start allows you to set the a microwave to delay cooking up to ee 24 hours J 7 Press the DELAY START pad 4 9 0 2 Enter the time you want the oven to start Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day 3 Select your desired cooking program 4 Press the START pad The Delay Start time will be displayed The oven will automatically start at the delayed time The time of day may be displayed by pressing the CLOCK pad NOTE You cannot use DELAY START with POPCORN or REHEAT Sound Level The beeper sound level can be adjusted Press the 8 pad Choose 0 3 for mute to loud 20 KITCHEN TIMER a MIN SEC 6 7 L8 9 Lo 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 the CLEAR OFF pad for about 3 seconds Kitchen Timer Kitchen Timer operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time even when the oven is operating How to use as a minute timer 7 Press the
2. OVEN TIME CONTROLS gt BAKE BROIL CLOCK are o a Hi da LO a pa SELF OVEN KITCHEN DELAY CLEAN LIGHT TIMER START a a A ON A OFF a 600 22 The time on the microwave display is shown in minutes and seconds 1 30 is one minute 30 seconds On the lower oven time is shown in hours and minutes 1 30 is one hour 30 minutes Lower Oven Control Clock and Timer Features and Settings Display Shows the time of day oven temperature whether the oven is in the bake broil or self cleaning mode and the times set for the timer or automatic oven operations If F and a number or letter flash in the display and the oven control signals this indicates a function error code Press the CLEAR OFF pad Allow the oven to cool for one hour Put the oven back into i ai If the function error code repeats disconnect the power to the oven and call for service If your oven was set for a timed oven operation and a power outage occurred the clock and all programmed functions must be reset The time ofday may be incorrect will flash in the display when the there has been a power outage BROIL HI LO Pad Press this pad to select the broil function BAKE Pad Press this pad to select the bake function SELF CLEAN Pad Press this pad to select the self cleaning function See the Using the self cleaning lower oven section OVEN LIGHT Pad Press this pad to turn the oven ligh
3. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty READ THIS MANUAL Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your cooking center properly Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your cooking center You ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service at all IF YOU NEED SERVICE 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 of this manual Or you can always call the GE Answer Center at 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week Safety Information Safety Precautions 2 4 Microwave Oven 2 5 7 Self Cleaning Lower Oven 8 Operating Instructions Microwave Control Panel 10 11 Using the Microwave 10 21 Sensor Controls 16 17 Lower Oven Control Panel 22 23 Using the Lower Oven 10 32 Lower Oven Thermostat 30 Care and Cleaning Self Cleaning Lower Oven 31 32 Microwave Oven 33 shelves S S ene 34 Broiler Pan and Grid 35 Oven Light Bulb 55 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call Fonsemvice ae 0 36 38 Customer Service Marana es 39 Service Telephone Numbers Back Cover
4. Using the microwave oven controls Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model Your model may have one of the following controls MICROWAVE OVEN SENSOR COOKING CONVENIENCE COOKING gt Foal ee REHEAT POTATO BEVERAGE SNACKS COOK a a a a a Q aes 1 2 13 L4 L5 eo He G d 6 7 8 9 0 eae mO o o AUTO DEFROST aa CLOCK 30SEC ra MICROWAVE OVEN GUIDE BEHIND DOOR SENSOR COOKING CONVENIENCE COOKING a a a au CHL o TIME KITCHEN DELAY COOK TIMER START a a a MIN SEC REMINDER 10 The time on the microwave display is shown in minutes and seconds 1 30 is one minute 30 seconds On the lower oven time is shown in hours and minutes 1 30 is one hour 30 minutes Microwave Oven Control Features and Settings Display Displays the time during cooking functions the power level being used the Auto Codes the Auto Defrost food weights the cooking mode and instructions AUTO SENSOR AND CONVENIENCE CONTROLS The top row of pads lists specific items you may choose to heat or cook POPCORN Use to pop popcorn REHEAT Use when foods need a quick warm up POTATO Use when cooking whole potatoes BEVERAGE Use to heat a cup of coffee or other beverage SNACKS Use to warm a variety of snack foods COOK Use to automatically set the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods TIM E DEF
5. We re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service You ll see it in this easy to use Owner s Manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department Best of all you ll experience these values each time you use your cooking center That s important because your new cooking center will be part of your family for many years And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come We thank you for buying GE We appreciate your purchase and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home GE amp You A Service Partnership ve I IMPORTANT ao N Itis important that we the manufacturer know the location of your O N cooking center should a need occur for adjustments Your supplier is responsible for registeringyou as the owner Please check with your supplier to be sure he has done so This appliance must be registered Please be certain that it is Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that is packed with this product Ifyou move or if you are not the original purchaser please write to us stating model and serial numbers Write to GE Appliances Range Product Service Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here You can find them on a label inside the upper oven on the left side Staple sales slip or cancelled check here
6. a less time 3 more time Reheat The Reheat feature reheats single servings of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers 7 Place covered food in the oven Press the REHEAT pad The oven starts immediately 2 The oven signals when steam is sensed and the time remaining begins counting down Do not open the oven door until time is counting down If the door is opened close itand press the START pad immediately After removing food from the oven stir if possible to even out the temperature If the food is not hot enough use Time Cook to reheat for more time Reheated foods may have wide variations in temperature Some areas may be extremely hot Potato The Potato feature cooks 1 2 2 Ibs of potatoes 7 Pierce skin with fork and place potatoes on the turntable If cooking three or more potatoes arrange in a star pattern 2 Press the POTATO pad The oven starts immediately The oven signals when steam is sensed and the time remaining begins counting down Do not open the oven door until time is counting down If the door is opened close it and press the START pad immediately If food is not done enough use Time Cook to cook for more time Some foods not recommended for use with REHEAT Itis best to use Time Cook for these foods Bread products Foods that must be reheated uncovered Foods that need to be stirred or rotated Foods
7. a HI_d LO Oe 24 12 Hour Shut Off With this feature should you forget and leave the oven on the contro will automatically turn off the oven after 12 hours during baking functions or after 3 hours during a broil function If you wish to turn OFF this feature follow the steps below 7 Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 3 seconds until the display shows SF Press the DELAY START pad The display will show 12 shdn 12 hour shut off Press the DELAY START pad again and the display will show no shdn no shut off 3 Press the START pad to activate the no shut off and leave the control set in this special features mode Fahrenheit or Centigrade Temperature Selection Your oven control is set to use the Fahrenheit temperature selections but you may change this to use the Centigrade selections 7 Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads 7 7 atthe same time for 3 seconds until the display shows SF 2 Press the BROIL HI LO pad The display will show F Fahrenheit Control Lockout Your control will allow you to lock down the touch pads so they cannot be activated when pressed 7 Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 3 seconds until the display shows SF 2 Press the SELF CLEAN pad The display will show LOC OFF Press the SELF CLEAN pad again The display will show LOC ON 3 Press the START pad to activate the contr
8. dishes recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces Covering 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 Shielding In a regular oven you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over browning When microwaving you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry which would cook before larger parts Standing Time When you cook with regular ovens foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking Note that a microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack Venting After covering a dish with plastic wrap you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape IM PORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances The fiberglass insulation in self clean ovens gives off a very small amount of carbon monoxide during the cleaning cycle Exposure can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical applia
9. pages first and you may not need to call for service Problem Control panel on microwave oven will not operate SENSOR ERROR appears in the microwave oven display Microwave oven light does not work Foods overcooked or undercooked in the microwave oven Clock and timer do not work or display goes blank 36 Possible Causes You forgot to press the START pad What To Do Press the START pad Door not securely closed Make sure the microwave oven door is closed Another function was pressed Press the CLEAR OFF pad twice to cancel it and begin again The CLEAR OFF pad was Begin again pressed accidentally Oven controls improperly set During a sensor function the microwave oven door was opened too soon While using Time Defrost numbers not entered after pressing the AUTO DEFROST pad The microwave oven door should not be opened before the time begins to count down in the display Light bulb is loose Call for service or defective Varying density and amount Varying density and amount sometimes require more of foods being cooked cooking time Food not turned or stirred Turn or stir food and begin again as called for in the recipe Too many dishes in the Do not overload your microwave oven oven at the same time Food not thoroughly defrosted See the Using the microwave sensor controls section Improper cookware or See the Microwave sa
10. th k ieej Z iet tee 3 Enter weight in ounces Cook Guide faoa Type Weight Comments 1 Canned Vegetables 4 to 20 0z Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 2 Frozen Vegetables 4 to 160z Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Follow package instructions for adding water Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 3 Fresh Vegetables 4to160z Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Add 2 tablespoons water for each serving Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 4 Potatoes 8 to 40 0z Pierce skin with fork Place potatoes on the turntable 5 Fish 4to160z Use oblong square or round dish Cover with vented plastic wrap 6 Chicken Pieces 4to 400z Use oblong square or round dish Cover with vented plastic wrap or Wax paper 7 Ground Meat 8to480z Use round casserole dish Crumble meat into dish Cover with lid beef pork turkey or vented plastic wrap 8 Bacon 2 to 10 oz e mal ona plate 4 to a layerCover each layer with a paper towel 9 Pizza frozen 4to160z Follow package instructions to prepare pizza for microwaving 18 microwaveable Using the microwave auto feature The Defrost Auto Time feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods Press Defrost Auto Time once for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost Auto Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat poultry and
11. KITCHEN TIMER MIN SEC pad Z Enter time you want to count down 3 Press the KITCHEN TIMER MIN SEC pad Reminder The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock and can be used at any time even when the oven is operating The Reminder time can be set up to 12 hours later 7 Press the DELAY START pad Z Enter the time you want the oven to remind you Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day 3 Press the DELAY START pad When Reminder signal occurs press the DELAY START pad to turn it off The Reminder time may be displayed by pressing the DELAY START pad NOTE REM will remain on the display to show that the Reminder is set until the Reminder time is reached and the door is opened or CLEAR OFF is pressed When the control panel is locked an L will be displayed to the extreme right When time is up the oven will signal To turn off the timer signal press the KITCHEN TIMER MIN SEC pad NOTE The timer indicator will be lit while the timer is operating To cancel the timer during the countdown press the KITCHEN TIMER MIN SEC pad 21 Using the lower oven controls Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model Your model may have one of the following controls LOWER OVEN OVEN TIME CONTROLS 0 tr 12 s 5 ae O Gijs 678 9 0 em Ee LOWER OVEN o oHe 3 JDA 7
12. have better flavor texture or appearance if one of the lower settings is used Use a lower power level when cooking foods that have a tendency to boil over such as scalloped potatoes Rest periods when the microwave energy cycles off give time for the food to equalize or transfer heat to the inside of the food An example of this is shown with power level 3 the defrost cycle If microwave energy did not cycle off the outside of the food would cook before the inside was defrosted 12 Using the timed microwave features TIME COOK a J 2 3 45 6 7 89 9 POWER LEVEL Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 59 seconds Power level 10 High is automatically set but you may change it for more flexibility 7 Press the TIME COOK pad Enter cooking time For example press 1 5 0 and 0 for 15 minutes Change power level if you don t want full power Press the POWER LEVEL pad Select a desired power level 1 10 Time Cook II Lets you change power levels automatically during cooking Here s how to do it 7 Press the TIME COOK pad 2 Enter cooking time 3 Change power level if you don t want full power Press the POWER LEVEL pad Select a desired power level 1 10 4 Press the TIME COOK pad again Express Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1 6
13. 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 microwave oven without the turntable and support in place To replace the support place its center post in the hole Turn the support around until it seats into place Inside Keep the microwave oven clean and sweet smelling Opening the oven door a few minutes after cooking helps air out the interior An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the interior fresh Spills and spatters are easy to remove from walls and floor if they are wiped up soon after the food is removed Some spatters wipe up with a paper towel some may require a damp cloth Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth then rinse and dry Do not clean with metal scouring pads Pieces can break off the pad causing electrical shock Wipe up spatters on the window on the inside of the door daily When the window is soiled wash it with a damp cloth Rinse thoroughly and dry Wipe metal and plastic parts on the inside of the door frequently Use a damp cloth to remove all soil Do not use abrasives such as cleaning powders or steel and plastic pads They may mar the surface Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak Wipe dry and then apply an appliance polish to thoroughly clean and protect the surface NOTE The plastic tape on some model
14. meat thermometer while cooking make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens 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 Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens Check the package for proper use Paper towels waxed paper and plastic wrap can be used to cover dishes in order to retain moisture and prevent spattering Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape Oversized food or oversized metal cookware should not be used ina microwave oven Electrical shock or fire could occur While paper plates may be used for timed cooking and defrosting do not use them with Auto Sensor cooking Use microwave safe plates or bowls for reheating Cover with plastic wrap Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware Boilable cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit pierced or vented as directed by package If they are not plastic could burst during or immediately after cooking possibly resulting in injury Also plast
15. minutes Press one of the EXPRESS COOK pads from 1 to 6 for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10 For example press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time Add 30 Seconds You can use this feature two ways 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 No need to press the START pad the oven will start immediately 4 Press the START pad You may open the door during Time Cook to check the food Close the door and press the START pad to resume cooking Enter the second cook time S Change the power level if you don t want full power Press the POWER LEVEL pad Select a desired power level 1 10 Z Press the START pad At the end of Time Cook I Time Cook II counts down The power level can be changed as time is counting down Press the POWER LEVEL pad and enter 1 10 3 Using the timed microwave features Cooking Guide For Time Cook Use power level High 10 unless otherwise noted Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus fresh spears 1 Ib 7 to 10 min In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water Med High 7 frozen spears 10 0z package 5 to 8 min In 1 gt casserole Beans fresh green 1 Ib cut in half 12 to 17 min In 1 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water frozen green 10 02 package 6 to 9 m
16. oven and the danger of fire If by accident the oven should run empty a minute or two no harm is done However try to avoid operating the oven empty at any time it saves energy and prolongs the life of the oven Do not use the oven for storage purposes Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use If materials inside the oven should ignite keep oven door closed turn oven off and shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel If the door is opened the fire may spread This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use Some products such as whole eggs and sealed 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 Do not operate the microwave oven without the turntable and support in place 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 or breast milk The container may feel cooler than the milk really is Always test the milk before feeding the baby Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven Pressure will build up inside the egg yolk and will cause it to burst possibly resulting in injury Foods with unbroken outer skin such as potatoes sausages tomatoes apples chicken livers and other giblets a
17. provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician For service call 800 GE CARES For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Any part of the microwave cooking center which fails due to a defect in materials From the date of the or workmanship During this full one year warranty GE will also provide original purchase free of charge all labor and in home service to replace the defective part Limited Additional A replacement magnetron tube the magnetron tube fails because of a Four Year manufacturing defect During this limited additional four year warranty you For the second through will be responsible for any labor or in home service the fifth year from date of the original purchase What GE Will Not Cover Service trips to your home to teach you how to use Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit the product breakers Improper installation Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods Failure of the product if itis abused misused or used Oras God for other than the intended purpose or used Incidental or consequential damage to personal commercially property caused by possible defects with this appliance This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inc
18. remain remove them with a soap filled steel wool pad and rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture These deposits are usually a salt residue that cannot be removed by the clean cycle If the oven is not clean after one clean cycle repeat the cycle The door locks automatically The display will show the start time It will not be possible to open the oven door until the temperature drops below the lock temperature and the LOCKED DOOR light goes off When the LOCKED DOOR light is off open the door You cannot set the oven for cooking until the oven is cool enough for the door to unlock While the oven is self cleaning you can press the CLOCK pad to display the time of day To return to the clean countdown press the COOKING TIME pad If the shelves become hard to slide apply a small amount of vegetable oil or cooking oil to a paper towel and wipe the edges of the shelves with the paper towel Care and cleaning of the cooking center Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the cooking center How to Remove Packaging Tape To assure no damage is done to the finish of the product the safest way to remove the adhesive left from packaging tape on new appliances is an application of a household liquid dishwashing detergent mineral oil or cooking oil Microwave Oven Removable Turntable and Turntable Support To prevent breakage do not place the turntable
19. the door or the turn itself off outer case Some TV radio interference might be Dimming of the oven light and change noticed while using your microwave oven in the blower sound may occur while It s similar to the interference caused by operating at power levels other than high other small appliances and does not indicate a problem with your oven A dull thumping sound while the oven is operating SOMS IM PORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING AWARNING lp Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottoms except as suggested in this manual Improper installation of aluminum foil may result in a risk of electric shock or fire Stand away from the oven when opening Do not use the oven to dry newspapers the oven door Hot air or steam which If overheated they can catch on fire escapes can cause burns to hands face N l S fat dripvi and or eyes Never leave jars or cans of fat drippings in or near your oven Do not heat unopened food containers m Pressure could build up and the container E rts listed in this Use and could burst causing an injury Do not clean the door gasket The door Reps avto ua C gasket is essential for a good seal Care Keep the oven free from grease buildup should be taken not to rub damage or Keep the cooking center clean and free of nie ga accumulations of grease or spillovers Do not use oven cleaners No commercial which may ignite oven cleaner or oven l
20. 6 positions NOTE A cooling fan may automatically turn on and off to cool internal parts This is normal and the fan may continue to run even after the oven is turned off To preheat set the oven at the correct temperature The control will beep when the oven is preheated and the display will show your set temperature This may take approximately 10 minutes Cut slits in the foil just like the grid 26 Before you begin The shelves have stop locks so that when placed correctly on the supports they will stop before coming completely out and will not tilt When placing and removing cookware pull the shelf out to the bump on the shelf support To remove a shelf pull it toward you tilt the front end up and pull it out To replace place the end of the shelf stop locks on the support tilt up the front and push the shelf in How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting 7 Press the BAKE pad Press the number pads to set the desired temperature 2 3 Press the START pad A Check food for doneness at minimum time on recipe Cook longer if necessary 5 Press the CLEAR OFF pad when cooking is complete Preheating and Pan Placement Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for it Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes cookies pastry and breads Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered in the ove
21. Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking When defrosted food should be cool but softened in all areas If still slightly icy retum to the microwave very briefly or let it stand a few minutes Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads Cakes Bread buns or rolls 1 piece 1 2 min Sweet rolls approx 12 oz 3 to 6 min Rearrange after half the time Fish and Seafood Fillets frozen 1 lb 9 to 12 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 10 02 package 3 to 7 min Meat Bacon 1 Ib 3 to 6 min Place unopened package in oven Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting Franks 1 lb 3 to 6 min Place unopened package in oven Microwave just until franks can be separated Let stand 5 minutes if necessary to complete defrosting Ground meat 1 lb 5 to 8 min per Ib Turn meat over after first half of time Roast beef lamb veal pork Steaks chops and cutlets 11 to 16 min per Ib 5 to 10 min per Ib Use power level 1 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 2 to 3 Ibs Chicken whole 2 to 3 Ibs Cornish hen 15 to 22 min Place wrapped chicken in dish Unwra
22. GE Appliances Microwave Cooking Center Part No 164D3333P155 Pub No 49 8923 11 98 CG IM PORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING AWARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life MICROWAVE ENERGY Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel i PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE Do not operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the 7 door bent 2 hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 door seals and sealing surfaces MICROWAVE TERMS AND DEFINITIONS Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by metal or foil touching the side of the oven foil that is not molded to food upturned edges act like antennas metal such as twist ties poultry pins gold rimmed
23. Immediate Start and Automatic Stop 12 LOL 6 7 s o 0 COOKING TIME a EE Gs 45 6 7 Je J e Lo 2 3 4 5 iz 67 8 9 0 COOKING TIME The oven will turn on immediately and cook for a selected length of time At the end of the cooking time the oven will turn off automatically Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day 7 Press the BAKE pad 2 Using the number pads enter the desired temperature 3 Press the COOKING TIME pad NOTE If your recipe requires preheating you may need to add additional time to the length of the cooking time 4 Using the number pads enter the desired baking time The oven temperature and the cooking time that you entered will be displayed 5 Press the START pad The display shows the oven temperature that you set and the cooking time countdown The display starts changing once the temperature reaches 100 F The oven will continue to cook for the programmed amount of time then shut off automatically Press the CLEAR OFF pad to clear the display How to Seta Delayed Start and Automatic Stop You can set the oven control to delay start the oven cook for a specific length of time and then tum off automatically Make sure the clock shows the correct time of day 7 Press the BAKE pad 2 Using the number pads enter the desi
24. RN At this time turn food over and break apart or rearrange pieces for more even defrosting Shield any warm areas with small pieces of foil Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times Auto Defrost explained in the About the auto feature section 7 Press the TIME DEFROST pad twice 2 Enter defrosting time 3 Press the START pad 4 Turn food over when the oven signals 5 Press the START pad 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 Defrosting Tips Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the package Closed packages should be slit pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted Plastic storage containers should be partially uncovered Family size prepackaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and microwaved 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 For more even defrosting of larger foods such as roasts use Auto Defrost
25. ROST Use Time Defrost for most other foods AUTO DEFROST Use Auto Defrost for meat poultry and fish TIM E COOK Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 59 seconds POWER LEVEL Press to choose the power level you want to set Watch the display while pressing this pad to select the power level O O O O Number Pads After pressing a function pad press the number pads to set the exact amount of time you want to cook for For example if you press the 1 2 and 5 pads you have set 1 minute and 25 seconds CLEAR OFF Press once to interrupt or change a function Press twice to clear the display START After all selections are made press this pad to start the oven The START pad must be pressed to turn on any function KITCHEN TIMER MIN SEC Press to set the timer up to 99 minutes and 59 seconds Press the number pads to set the time Press the KITCHEN TIMER MIN SEC pad Press the KITCHEN TIMER MIN SEC pad twice to clear the display Does not turn on microwave energy This timer cannot be used while the microwave is being used Use the lower oven timer DELAY START Allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 24 hours ADD 30 SEC Each time you press this pad the set time is increased 30 seconds CLOCK Press this pad before setting the clock 17 Changing the microwave power level The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering t
26. Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your oven Aluminum foil used on the the broiling pan and grid has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended See the Using the lower oven section In some areas the power voltage may be low Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes Broil for the longest period of time recommended in the Broiling Guide 37 SOMS Before You Call For Service Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes Lower oven light does Light bulb is loose or defective not w ork Lower oven will not clean Crackling or popping sound in the lower oven Excessive smoking in the lower oven during a clean cycle Lower oven door will not open after a clean cycle Lower oven not clean after a clean cycle LOCK DOOR flashes in the lower oven display LOCKED DOOR light is on when you want to cook in the lower oven Power outage clock flashes Burning or oily odor emitting from oven vent when using the lower oven Strong odor in the lower oven Fan noise when using the lower oven 38 What To Do Tighten or replace the bulb Pad operating light is broken Oven controls improperly set This is the sound of the metal heating and cooling during both the cooking and cleaning functions Excessive soil Oven too hot Oven controls improperly set Call for service See the Using the self cl
27. action Ifyou are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE 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 Finally if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 Printed in LaFayette GA
28. calling for a dry look or crisp surface after reheating How to Change the Automatic Settings To reduce time by 10 Press the 1 pad after the feature pad To add 10 to cooking time Press the 9 pad after the feature pad F7 Using the microwave convenience cooking features Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot Remove the container with care Beverage Press the BEVERAGE pad to heat a cup of L coffee or other beverage Snacks The Snacks feature automatically sets the Snacks Guide microwaving times and power levels to warm a variety of snack foods Food Type Quantity or Weight a2 3 4 5 1 Bread rolls muffins 1to4 cess ein emt er erin 7 Press the SNACKS pad 2 Sandwiches Ito 6 7 8 9 0 Z Select snack type 1 6 see the Snacks _3 Pizza leftover slices 1to4 Guide 4 Dessert toppings 1 to 4 to 40 oz 3 Enter the number ofitems or the sop di f i gt food weight in ounces p Z Press the START pad Hint You can press and hold the SNACKS pad during cooking to display the remaining microwaving time Cook The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking g Press the START pad times and power levels for a variety of foods Hint Press and hold the COOK pad during cooking 2 2 4 a deltas to display the remaining cook time lect food j C
29. ck the temperature setting of your oven These thermometers may vary 20 40 degrees NOTE This adjustment will not affect the broiling or the self cleaning temperatures The adjustment will be retained in memory after a power failure To Adjust the Thermostat BAKE BROIL 7 Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO a Hi A LO pads at the same time for 3 seconds until the display shows SF 2 Press the BAKE pad A two digit number shows in the display l J2 3 a 5 Press BAKE once to decrease DIE D CID ij T 3 The oven temperature can be Ni adjusted up to 35 F hotter or 35 F cooler Press the number pads the same way you read them For example to change the oven temperature 15 F press 1 and 5 4 When you have made the adjustment press the START pad to go back to the time of day display Use your oven as you would normally The type of margarine will affect baking performance M ost recipes for baking have been developed using high fat products such as butter or margarine 80 fat If you decrease the fat the recipe may not give the same results as with a higher fat product Recipe failure can result if cakes pies pastries cookies or candies are made with low fat spreads The lower the fat content of a spread product the more noticeable these differences become Federal standards require products labeled margarine to contain at least 80 fat by we
30. d 34 Oven Shelves lower oven Clean the oven shelves with an abrasive cleanser or steel wool After cleaning rinse the shelves and rack with clean water and dry with a clean cloth NOTE The oven shelves may be cleaned in the self cleaning oven However the shelves will darken in color lose their luster and become hard to slide if cleaned during the self cleaning cycle Lift Off Oven Door lower oven The lower oven door is removable for easier access to the light bulb Do not lift the door by the handle To remove the door open it to the broil stop position Grasp firmly on each side and lift the door straight up and off the hinges Do not place hands between the hinge and the oven door frame To replace the door make sure the hinges are in the broil stop position Position the slots in the bottom of the door squarely over the hinges and slowly lower it over both hinges To clean the inside of the door Because the area inside the gasket is cleaned during the self clean cycle you do not need to clean this by hand Lower Oven Heating Elements Do not clean the bake element or the broil element Any soil will bum off when the elements are heated To make the shelves slide more easily apply a small amount of vegetable oil or cooking oil to a paper towel and wipe the edges of the oven shelves with the paper towel The area outside the gasket and the front frame can be cleaned with a soap fill
31. eaning lower oven section self e This is normal Press the CLEAR OFF pad Open the windows to rid the room of smoke Wait until the LOCKED DOOR light goes off Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle e Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature See the Using the self cleaning lower oven section Oven was heavily soiled The self clean cycle has been selected but the door is not closed The oven door is locked because the temperature inside the oven has not dropped below the locking temperature Power outage or surge This is normal in a new oven and will disappear in time An odor from the insulation around the inside of the oven is normal for the first few times the oven is used A cooling fan may automatically turn on and off to cool internal parts Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean cycle Heavily soiled ovens may need to self clean again or for a longer period of time Close the oven door Press the CLEAR OFF pad Allow the oven to cool e Reset the clock If the oven was in use you must reset it by pressing the CLEAR OFF pad setting the clock and resetting any cooking function To speed the process set a self clean cycle for a minimum of 3 hours See the Using the self cleaning lower oven section This is temporary This is normal The cooling fan will turn off and on GE Built In Microwave Cooking Center Warranty All warranty service
32. ed steel wool or plastic pad hot water and detergent Rinse well with a vinegar and water solution To clean the outside of the door Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front of the oven door Rinse well You may also use a glass cleaner to clean the glass on the outside of the door Do not let water drip into the vent openings Spillage of marinades fruit juices tomato sauces and basting materials containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up immediately When surface is cool clean and rinse Do not use oven cleaners cleaning powders or harsh abrasives on the outside of the door To clean the oven floor gently lift the bake element Clean with warm soapy water Wire cover holder TEKA KKK TT After broiling remove the broiler pan from the oven Lower Oven Light Bulb CAUTION Before replacing your oven light bulb disconnect the electrical power to the cooking center at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel Be sure to let the light cover and bulb cool completely To remove the cover Hold a hand under the cover so it doesn t fall when released With fingers of the same hand firmly push back the wire cover holder Lift off the cover Do not remove any screws to remove the cover 2 Replace bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb Broiler Pan amp Grid lower oven Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in a self cleaning ov
33. en After broiling remove the broiler pan from the oven Remove the grid from the pan Carefully pour out the grease from the pan into a proper container Wash and rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot water with a soap filled or plastic scouring pad Control Panel It s a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar and water rinse with clean water and polish dry with a soft cloth To replace the cover 7 Place it into groove of the light receptacle Pull wire forward to the center of the cover until it snaps into place Z Connect electrical power to the cooking center If food has burned on sprinkle the grid with detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth Soaking the pan will remove burned on foods Both the broiler pan and grid may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in a dishwasher Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the cooking center Do not use abrasive cleansers strong liquid cleansers plastic scouring pads or oven cleansers on the control panel they will damage the finish A 50 50 solution of vinegar and hot water works well ro ie seamen toms suopon psu Oupedo s li GUBOOLSOKJIOJL SOMS Before You Call For Service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the charts on the following
34. f some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self cleaning cycle of any oven Move birds to another well ventilated room The door locks automatically The display will show the clean time remaining It will not be possible to open the oven door until the temperature drops below the lock temperature and the LOCKED DOOR light goes off When the LOCKED DOOR light is off open the door The words LOCK DOOR will flash and the oven control will signal ifyou set the clean cycle and forget to close the oven door To stop aclean cycle press the CLEAR OFF pad When the LOCKED DOOR light goes off indicating the oven has cooled below the locking temperature open the door 31 Using the self cleaning lower oven The oven door must be closed and all controls must be set correctly for the cycle to work properly EIPIEICIE How to Delay the Start of Cleaning 7 Press the SELF CLEAN pad 2 Using the number pads enter the desired clean time 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 32 3 Press the DELAY START pad The earliest start time you can set will appear in the display Using the number pads enter the 4 S P time of day you want the clean cycle to start 5 Press the START pad After a Clean Cycle You may notice some white ash in the oven Wipe it up with a damp cloth after the oven cools If white spots
35. fe cookware section of the coverings being used Important Safety Instructions section Humidity or moisture in Make sure the inside of the oven and the outside of the oven will lessen the the containers are dry Sensor cooking time Food not allowed to stand A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Some standing time is recommended for certain vegetables cooked with the Sensor Controls Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker Controls improperly set See the Using the clock and lower oven timer section for the lower oven clock See the Display On Off section for the microwave oven clock The clock is in the See the Special features of your lower oven control black out mode section for the lower oven clock See the Display On Off section for the microwave oven clock Problem F anda number or letter flash in the low er oven display Display flashes Unable to get the low er oven display to show SF Lower oven temperature too hot or too cold Lower oven will not work Low er oven control signals after entering cooking time or delay start Food does not bake or roast properly in the lower oven Food does not broil properly in the lower oven Possible Causes You have a function error code What To Do Press the CLEAR OFF pad Allow the oven to cool for one hour Put the oven back into operation If the function code repea
36. fish up Conversion Guide PN to 6 pounds Use Time Defrost for most other m frozen foods If the weight of food is stated in pounds 1 2 3 4 5 and ounces the ounces must be e Suy Auto Defrost automatically sets the converted to tenths 1 ofa pound 6 J 7 J 8 9 0 defrosting times and power levels to give m i even defrosting results for meats poultry Weight of Food Enter Food Weight and fish in Ounces tenths of a pound 7 Press the AUTO DEFROST pad once 4 Z Using the Conversion Guide at right 45 3 enter foodweight For example 6 7 4 press pads land 2 for 1 2 pounds 3 4 5 2 1 pound 3 ounces 7 I 7 3 Press START 12 13 8 14 15 9 Time Defrostis explained in the Using the timed microwave features section Remove meat from package and place on microwave 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 After defrosting most meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting Large roasts should stand for about 30 minutes 19 Using the other microwave 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 the CLEAR OFF pad Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving
37. gh they are dark in color During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact any interior area of the oven allow sufficient time for cooling first Potentially hot surfaces include oven vent openings surfaces near the openings and crevices around the oven door REMEMBER The inside surface of the oven may be hot when the door is opened h COOK MEAT AND POULTRY THOROUGHLY 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 Sf VN z MICROWAVE OVEN Read and follow the specific Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy section in this manual To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity Do not over cook food Carefully attend appliance if paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic containers before placing bags in oven Do not use your microwave oven to dry newspapers 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 Do not over cook potatoes They could dehydrate and catch fire causing damage to your oven Do not operate the oven while empty to avoid damage to the
38. he feature time for Time Cook Time Defrost or Express Cook The power level may also be changed during time countdown TIME TIME COOK DEFROST a a To change the power level 7 Press the TIME COOK pad or the TIME Here are some examples of uses for DEFROST pad various power levels 1 2 Ji 3 J 4 Ji 5 Z Enter cooking or defrosting time High 10 Fish bacon vegetables pi Z boiling liguids 6 7 8 9 JL 3 Press the POWER LEVEL pad Med High 7 Gentle cooking of meat and poultry baking casseroles and reheating Select desired power level 1 10 tl OWER 4 EVEL 5 Press the START pad 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 Medium 5 Slow cooking and tenderizing for stews and less tender cuts of meat Low 2or 3 Defrosting simmering certain percent of the time delicate sauces Warm 1 Keeping food warm softening Power level 7 is microwave energy 70 butter 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
39. ic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered because they form a tight seal When cooking with containers tightly covered with plastic wrap remove covering carefully and direct steam away from hands and face Use foil only as directed in this manual TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than 3 4 high remove the top foil cover and return the tray to the box When using foil in the microwave oven keep the foil at least 1 inch away from the sides of the oven 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 over cooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of over cooking In longer exposures to over cooking the food and cookware could ignite Follow these guidelines 7 Use microwave safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturers recommendations 2 Do not microwave empty containers Do not permit children to use 3 P plastic cookware without complete supervision ARCING Se If you see arcing press the CLEAR OFF pad and correct the problem Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the Metal such as twist ties poultry pins or oven Arcing is caused by gold rimmed dishes in the microwave Metal or foil touching the side of the oven Recycled paper towels con
40. idental 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 states Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 39 l Service Telephone Numbers 40 GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 The GE Answer Center is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week 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 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 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 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 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 Satisf
41. ight Low fat spreads on the other hand contain less fat and more water The high moisture content of these spreads affect the texture and flavor of baked goods For best results with your old favorite recipes use margarine butter or stick spreads containing at least 70 vegetable oil 30 Using the self cleaning lower oven The oven door must be closed and all controls must be set correctly for the cycle to work properly Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom lza ls 6 7 8 3 0 Before a Clean Cycle We recommend venting your kitchen with an open window or using a ventilation fan or hood during the first self clean cycle Remove the broiler pan broiler grid all cookware and any aluminum foil from the oven The oven shelves can be self amp cleaned but they will darken lose their luster and become hard to slide How to Set the Oven for Cleaning 7 Press the SELF CLEAN pad Using the number pads enter the desired clean time if a time other than 4 hoursis needed Clean cycle time is normally 4 hours You can change the clean time to any time between 3 hours and 5 hours depending on how dirty your oven is 3 Press the START pad Do not use abrasives or oven cleaners Clean the top sides and outside of the oven door with soap and water Make sure the oven light bulb cover on some models is in place and the oven light is off IM PORTANT The health o
42. in In 1 gt casserole place 2 tablespoons water frozen lima 10 02 package 6 to 9 min In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water Beets fresh whole 1 bunch 18 to 25 min In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water Broccoli fresh cut 1 bunch 1 to 1 Ibs 7 to 10 min In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water fresh spears 1 bunch 1 to 1 Ibs 9 to 13 min In 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water frozen chopped 10 0z package 5 to 8 min In 1 gt casserole frozen spears 10 0z package 5 to 8 min In 1 gt casserole place 3 tablespoons water Cabbage fresh 1 medium head about 2 Ibs 8 to 11 min In 1 or 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water wedges 7 to 10 min In 2 or 3 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water Carrots fresh sliced 1 lb 6 to 9 min In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water frozen 10 0z package 5 to 8 min In 1 gt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Cauliflower flowerets 1 medium head 9 to 14 min In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water fresh whole 1 medium head 9 to 17 min In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water frozen 10 02 package 5 to 8 min In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Corn frozen kernel 10 0z package 4 to 8 min In 1 gt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Corn on the cob fresh 1 to 3 ears 3 to 5 min In 2 gt glass baking dish place corn If corn is in husk per ear use no water if corn has been husked add 1 4 cup water Rearrange after half of time frozen 1 ear 5 t
43. iner protective Never leave the oven door open when you kaa of any Pen m a are not watching the cooking center Arouna any part Or Uic oven ACUS EON oven cleaners will damage the inside of the Place the oven shelf in the desired position oven when the self clean cycle is used while the oven is cool If shelves must be Beiore s ein karen ance handled when hot do not let pot holder k rbe l ci savas nie contact the heating elements BG prope DrOLEr pales anomie cookware When using cooking or roasting bags in the oven fallow aa Be kir to mpeup ee spillage before dies fons starting a self cleaning cycle Pulling out the shelf to the stop lock is a a C convenience in lifting heavy foods It is also dns Have ieee cea a precaution against burns from touching a ifie an y hot surfaces of the door or oven walls 4 i Do not use the oven for a storage area TR tora fan fan p S be Items stored in an oven can ignite eard sometime during E eae cycle Ifnot call for service before self Do not leave paper products cooking cleaning again utensils or food in the oven when notin use After broiling always take the broiler pan out of the oven and clean it Leftover grease in the broiler pan can catch fire next time you use the oven S Vig SPF Read and follow this Safety Information carefully a O N SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Congratulations You Are Now Part of the GE Family Welcome to the GE family
44. ing should be referred to a qualified technician Do not store this appliance outdoors Do not use this product near water for example in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Before performing any service disconnect the cooking center power supply at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker Do not operate this appliance ifit has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped Do not leave children alone children should not be left alone or unattended in an area where appliance is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance Don t allow anyone to climb stand or hang on the door They could damage the cooking center and cause severe personal injury l SOMS WY _ R AAN wi N O N IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Smother flaming pan by covering pan completely with well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering with baking soda or if available a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher CAUTION Items of interest to children should not be stored in cabinets above an oven children climbing on the oven to reach items could be seriously injured Teach children not to play w
45. istake press the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad and begin again To Reset the Timer If the display is still showing the time remaining you may change it by pressing the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad then press the number pads until the time you want appears in the display To Cancel the Timer Press the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad twice Press the CLOCK pad Press the number pads Press the START pad until the time of day shows in the display Gy Ny IS 3 Press the START pad 4 When the timer reaches 00 the control will beep 3 times followed by one beep every 6 seconds until the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad is pressed The 6 second tone can be canceled by following the steps in the Special features of your lower oven control section under Tones at the End of a Timed Cycle If the remaining time is not in the display clock delay start or cooking time are in the display recall the remaining time by pressing the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad and then pressing the number pads to enter the new time you want Using the lower oven timed baking and roasting features NOTE Foods that spoil easily such as milk eggs fish stuffings poultry and pork should not be allowed to sit for more than 1 hour before or after cooking Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria Be sure that the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth How to Set an
46. ith the controls or any other part of the cooking center Wear proper clothing Loose fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance Flammable material could be ignited if brought in contact with hot heating elements and may cause severe burns Use only dry pot holders moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let pot holders touch hot heating elements Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth Such cloths can catch fire on a hot element Always keep dish towels dish cloths pot holders and other linens a safe distance from your oven Always keep wooden spoons and plastic utensils and canned food a safe distance away from your oven Always keep combustible wall coverings curtains or drapes a safe distance from your oven Do not store flammable material in an oven or near the cooking center Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance For your safety never use your appliance for warming or heating the room Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the cooking center Do not touch heating elements or interior surface of the oven These surfaces may be hot enough to burn even thou
47. n as much as possible Aluminum Foil You can use aluminum foil to line the broiler pan and broiler grid However you must mold the foil tightly to the grid and cut slits in it just like the grid Without the slits the foil will prevent fat and meat juices from draining into the broiler pan The juices could become hot enough to catch on fire Ifyou do not cut the slits you are essentially frying not broiling Shelf Position Type of Food 27 Oven 30 Oven Frozen pies BorC CorD on cookie sheet Angel food cake A B bundt or pound cakes Biscuits muffins BorC CorD brownies cookies cupcakes layer cakes pies Casseroles BorC CorD Pans should not touch each other or the walls of the oven Ifyou need to use two shelves stagger the pans so one is not directly above the other and leave approximately 1 between pans from the front back and sides of the wall Do not use aluminum foil on the bottom of the oven Never entirely cover a shelf with aluminum foil This will disturb the heat circulation and result in poor baking A smaller sheet of foil may be used to catch a spillover by placing it on a lower shelf several inches below the food How to Set the Oven for Broiling 7 Place the meat or fish on the broiler 3 Press the BROIL HI LO pad once for grid in the broiler pan HI Broil Follow suggested
48. n over shell Spread open Brush with melted butter before broiling and after half of broiling time Fish Fillets 1 4 to 1 2 thick C 5 5 E 5 5 Handle and turn very carefully Brush with lemon butter before and during cooking if desired Preheat broiler to increase browning Ham Slices 1 thick B 8 8 D 8 8 Increase time 5 to precooked 10 minutes per side for 1 thick or home cured ham Pork Chops 2 1 2 thick C 10 10 E 10 10 Slash fat Well Done 2 1 thick about 1 Ib B 13 13 D 15 15 Lamb Chops Medium 2 1 thick about 10 C 10 9 E 10 9 Slash fat Well Done to 12 oz C 12 10 E 12 10 M edium 2 1 2 thick about 1 Ib C 14 12 E 14 12 Well Done B 17 12 14 E 17 12 14 27 Using the lower oven clock and timer M ake sure the clock is set to the correct time of day KITCHEN TIMER M MIN SEC The timer is a minute timer only The timer does not control oven operations The maximum setting on the timer is 9 hours and 59 minutes 28 To Set the Clock The clock must be set to the correct time of day for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly The time of day cannot be changed during a timed baking or self cleaning cycle To Set the Timer 7 Press the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad 2 Press the number pads until the amount of time you want shows in the display For example to set 2 hours and 45 minutes press 2 4 and 5 in that order Ifyou make a m
49. nces basic safety precautions should be followed including the following WARNING To reduce the risk of burns electric shock fire injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Contact nearest authorized service facility for Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance This cooking center is specifically designed to heat or cook food and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions Have the installer show you the location of the circuit breaker or fuse Mark it for easy reference Be sure the cooking center is securely installed in a cabinet that is firmly attached to the house structure Weight on the oven door could cause the oven to tip and result in injury Never allow anyone to climb sit or hang on the oven door This appliance must be connected toa grounded metallic permanent wiring system or an equipment grounding conductor should be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the appliance examination repair or adjustment Do not repair or replace any part of this appliance unless specifically recommended in this manual All other servic
50. nd egg yolks should be pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking Don t defrost frozen beverages in narrow necked bottles especially carbonated beverages Even if the container is opened pressure can build up This can cause the container to burst possibly resulting in injury 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 As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children l SOMS IM PORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING M ICROWAVE SAFE COOKWARE M ake sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving M ost 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 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 minute at high If the dish heats it should not be used for microwaving If the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup heats then the dish is microwave safe If you use a
51. nd the inside of the microwave oven are dry before Vented placing food in the oven Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor lt gt 7 AR A Dry off dishes so they don t mislead the sensor Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature To add time 7 Follow package instructions using After pressing the POPCORN pad press 1 9 Time Cook if the package islessthan the 9 pad immediately after the oven 1 75 ounces or larger than 3 5 starts for an extra 20 seconds Press the sime dus ounces Place the package of 9 pad again to add another 10 seconds popcorn in the center of the total 30 seconds additional time Use only with prepackaged microwave i microwave popcorn weighing 1 75 To subtract time to 3 5 Z ies a POPCORN pakearen After pressing the POPCORN pad press starts immediately the 1 pad immediately after the oven If you open the door while POP is displayed starts for 20 seconds less cooking time ERROR will appear Close the door press the Press the 1 pad again to reduce cooking CLEA R OFF pad and begin again time another 10 seconds total 30 seconds How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to less time 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 30 seconds to the automatic popping time 16 REHEAT a less time 3 more time POTATO
52. o 7 min Place in a round glass baking dish Cover with vented 2 to 3 ears 2 to 4 min plastic wrap Rearrange after half of time per ear Mixed vegetables frozen 10 0z package 4 to 8 min In 1 gt casserole place 3 tablespoons water Peas fresh shelled 2 Ibs unshelled 9 to 12 min In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water frozen 10 0z package 4 to 8 min In 1 gt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Potatoes fresh cubed white 4 potatoes 6 to 8 oz each 11 to 14 min Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes Place in 2 qt casserole with 1 2 cup water Stir after half of time fresh whole sweet 1 6 to 8 oz 2 to 5 min Pierce with cooking fork Place in the oven 1 inch apart or white in circular arrangement Let stand 5 minutes Spinach fresh 10 to 16 oz 5 to 8 min In 2 qt casserole place washed spinach frozen chopped and leaf 10 02 package 5 to 8 min In 1 gt casserole place 3 tablespoons water Squash fresh summer and yellow 1 lb sliced 4 to 7 min In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water winter acorn or butternut 1 squash 7 to 11 min Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes In 2 qt about 1 Ib each glass baking dish place squash cut side down Turn cut side up after 4 minutes 14 A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting This is normal when oven is not operating at High power TIME EDEDENEI 5 At one half of selected defrosting time the oven signals TU
53. ol lockout feature and leave the control set in this special features mode Press the BROIL HI LO pad again The display will show C Centigrade Z Press the START pad When this feature is on and the touch pads are pressed the display will show LOC NOTE The control lockout mode will not affect the CLOCK KITCHEN TIM ER ON OFF and OVEN LIGHT touch pads BAKE BROIL A HI 4 LO BROIL HI 4 LO BROIL HI 4 LO TIME a Tones at the End of a Timed Cycle At the end of a timed cycle 3 short beeps will sound followed by one beep every 6 seconds until the CLEAR OFF pad is pressed This continuous 6 second beep may be canceled To cancel the 6 second beep 7 Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 3 seconds until the display shows SF 12 Hour 24 Hour or Clock Black Out Your control is set to use a 12 hour clock If you would prefer to have a 24 hour military time clock or black out the clock display follow the steps below 7 Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 3 seconds until the display shows SF Z Press the CLOCK pad once The display will show 12 hr If this is the choice you want press the START pad Cook and Hold Your new control has a cook and hold feature that Keeps cooked foods warm for up to 3 hours after the cooking function is finished This feature can be used
54. only at the end of Timed Baking using Automatic Stop To activate this feature follow the steps below Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 3 seconds until the display shows SF Z Press the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad The display shows CON BEEP continuous beep Press the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad again The display shows BEEP This cancels the one beep every 6 seconds Press the START pad So Press the CLOCK pad again to change to the 24 hour military time clock The display will show 24 hr If this is the choice you want press the START pad Press the CLOCK pad again to black out the clock display The display will show OFF If this is the choice you want press the START pad NOTE If the clock is in the black out mode you will not be able to use the Delay Start function Z Press the COOKING TIME pad The display will show Hld OFF Press the COOKING TIME pad again to activate the feature The display will show Hld ON 3 Press the START pad to activate the cook and hold feature and leave the control set in this special features mode 25 Using the lower oven To avoid possible burns place the shelves in the desired position before you turn the oven on l di RER JS J ss ts a Seven shelf positions are shown Some models have 4 or
55. p 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 20 to 28 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 9 to 16 min per Ib Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast side up Turn over after first half of time Run cool water in the cavity until giblets can be removed Turkey breast 4 to 6 Ibs 5 to 10 min per Ib Place unwrapped breast in microwave safe dish breast side down After first half of time turn breast side up and shield warm areas with foil Defrost for second half of time Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting 15 Using the microwave sensor cooking features The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food Sensor Cooking The proper containers and covers are essential for best sensor cooking Always use microwave safe containers and cover them with lids or vented Covered plastic wrap Never use tight sealing plastic containers they can prevent steam from escaping and cause food TI to overcook 24 NN m Be sure the outside of the cooking containers a
56. red temperature 3 Press the COOKING TIME pad 12 ago J7 NOTE If your recipe requires preheating you may need to add additional time to the length of the cooking time Using the number pads enter the desired baking time 5 Press the DELAY START pad 6 Using the number pads enter the time of dayyou want the oven to turn on and start cooking 7 Press the START pad NOTE An attention tone will sound if you are using timed baking and do not press the START pad after entering the baking temperature If you would like to check the times you have set press the DELAY START pad to check the start time you have set or press the COOKING TIME pad to check the length of cooking time you have set When the oven turns on at the time of day you have set the display will show the changing temperature starting at 100 F and the cooking time countdown At the end of timed baking the oven will turn off The end of cycle tone will sound Press the CLEAR OFF pad to clear the display 29 Adjust the low er oven thermostat Do it yourself You may find that your new oven cooks differently than the one it replaced Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it If you still think your new oven is too hot or too cold you can adjust the thermostat yourself Do not use thermometers such as those found in grocery stores to che
57. s must be removed from all chrome trim It cannot be removed if it is baked on Outside Clean the outside of the microwave oven with soap and a damp cloth then rinse with a damp cloth and dry Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth Chrome is best wiped with a damp cloth and then with a dry towel Door Surface When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together on closing the door use only mild non abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth If you use a Brown N Sear Dish Use Bon Ami brand cleanser High heat generated on the bottom of the Brown N Sear Dish can cause stains to bake onto the oven floor if grease is present These may be removed with Bon Ami brand cleanser After using this cleanser rinse and dry thoroughly following cleanser instructions carefully Do not use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave oven 33 Semmens suopon psu Oupedo i sdy GUROS OL SOMS algo a i g D Care and cleaning of the cooking center Lift the door straight up and off the hinges The gasket is designed with a gap at the bottom to allow for proper air circulation Do not rub or clean the door gasket it has an extremely low resistance to abrasion If you notice the gasket becoming worn frayed or damaged in any way or if it has become displaced on the door you should have it replace
58. shelf positions in To change to LO Broil press the the Broiling Guide BROIL HI LO pad again If your oven is connected to 208 volts rare steaks A Press the START pad may be broiled by preheating the broiler and oe ae positioning the oven shelf one position higher Z When broiling is finished press Leave the door open to the broil CLEAR OFF pad stop position The door stays open by itself yet the proper temperature is maintained in the oven Broiling Guide 27 Ovens 27 Ovens 27 Ovens 30 Ovens 30 Ovens 30 Ovens Quantity and Shelf First Side Second Side Shelf FirstSide Second Side Food or Thickness Position Time min Time min Position Time min Time min Comments Ground Beef 1 lb 4 patties C 10 7 E 10 7 Space evenly Up Well Done 1 2 to 3 4 thick E 10 9 to 8 patties take about the same time Beef Steaks Rare 1 thick C 6 5 E 8 6 Steaks less than M edium 1 to 1 Ibs C 8 6 E 10 8 1 thick cook Well Done 12 11 E 12 10 through before browning Rare 17 thick C 10 7 8 E 10 8 Pan frying is M edium 2 to 2 Ibs C 15 14 16 E 15 14 16 recommended Well Done C 25 20 25 E 25 20 25 Slash fat Chicken 1 whole A 35 10 15 C 25 10 Reduce time about 2 to 27 Ibs 5 to 10 minutes split lengthwise per side for cut up chicken Brush each side with melted butter Broil skin side down first Lobster Tails 2 4 B 13 16 Do not C 13 16 Do not Cut through back of 6 to 8 oz each turn over tur
59. t on or off Number Pads Use to set any function requiring numbers such as the time of day on the clock the timer the oven temperature the start time and length of operation for timed baking and self cleaning O O Q CLEAR OFF Pad Press this pad to cancel ALL oven operations except the clock and timer START Pad Must be pressed to start any cooking or cleaning function KITCHEN TIM ER ON OFF Pad Press this pad to select the timer feature DELAY START Pad Use along with COOKING TIME or SELF CLEAN pads to set the oven to start and stop automatically at a time you set COOKING TIME Pad Press this pad and then press the number pads to set the amount of time you want your food to cook The oven will shut off when the cooking time has run out CLOCK Pad Press this pad before setting the clock 23 Special features of your lower oven control Your new touch pad control has additional features that you may choose to use The following are the features and how you may activate them The special feature modes can only be activated while the display is showing the time of day They remain in the control s memory until the steps are repeated When the display shows your choice press the START pad The special features will remain in memory after a power failure Bane eron HI A LO DELAY START N m g BAKE BROIL HI A LO BROIL HI A LO O BAKE BROIL
60. taining small Foil not molded to food upturned edges metal pieces being used in the microwave act like antennas 7 WZ SUPER HEATED WATER Microwaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they reach the boiling point MN They can actually get super heated and not bubble at all 3 Super heated liquid will bubble up outofthe Spontaneous boiling cup when it is moved or when something like Under certain special circumstances liquids a spoon or tea bag is put into it may Start to boil during or shortly after removal To prevent this from happening and causing from the microwave oven injury do not heat any liquid for more than 2 To prevent burns from splashing liquid we minutes per cup recommend the following before removing After heating let the cup stand in the the container from the oven microwave for 30 seconds before moving it or Allow the container to stand in the oven for putting anything into it 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 lt ALL THESE THINGS ARE NORMAL WITH YOUR MICROWAVE a N 0 Steam or vapor escaping from around The microwave fan may operate with both the door ovens off It is cooling the control and will Light reflection around
61. ts Power failure Oven control pads were not pressed properly Oven thermostat needs adjustment A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Disconnect all power to the cooking center for at least 30 seconds and then reconnect power If the function error code repeats call for service Reset the lower oven clock The BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads must be pressed at the same time and held for 3 seconds See the Adjust the lower oven thermostat Do it yourself section Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker Oven controls improperly set You forgot to enter a bake temperature or cleaning time Oven controls improperly set See the Using the lower oven section Press the BAKE pad and desired temperature or the SELF CLEAN pad and desired clean time See the Using the lower oven section Shelf position is incorrect or the shelf is not level See the Using the lower oven section Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size being used See the Using the lower oven section Oven thermostat needs adjustment Door not open to the broil stop position as recommended See the Adjust the lower oven thermostat Do it yourself section See the Using the lower oven section Oven controls improperly set Make sure you press the BROIL HI LO pad Improper shelf position being used See the Broiling Guide Cookware not suited for broiling

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