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GE 164 D2588P191 Microwave Oven User Manual

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2. Cooking Complete Reminder For all cooking features except Temp Cook and Auto Roast code 4 To remind you that you have food in the oven the oven will display End and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or touch the CLEAR OFF pad 10 Appearance may vary CEER io B m00 A Sweet oo GE deo 7 Touch Control Panel and Digital Display For detailed information on each feature see Your Touch Control Panel section 8 Hood Controls Vent Fan Press HI LO or OFF Surface Light Press ON NIGHT or OFF 9 Grease Filters 10 Cooktop Light 11 Automatic Cooking Guide 12 Oven Floor NOTE Rating plate oven vent s and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven This is to certify CEM SONES that this unit has at0 10 WG 7 2 Vert been tested in 300 Vert 6 8 Her conformance 300 Her with AMCA Bulletin No 210 HOW TO USE THE KITCHEN TIMER The Kitchen Timer The Kitchen Timer has 3 timing 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 Time a 3 Minute Phone Call Step 1 Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad Step 2 Touch number pad 3 and MIN pad for 3 minutes and no seconds Step 3 Touch START Display shows time counting down The timer signals when time is up How to Defrost Hold
3. Beets fresh whole Broccoli fresh cut freshspears frozen chopped frozen spears Cabbage fresh wedges Carrots fresh sliced frozen Cauliflower flowerets fresh whole frozen Corn frozen kernel Corn on the cob fresh frozen Mixed vegetables frozen Peas fresh shelled frozen Potatoes fresh cubed white fresh whole sweet or white fresh frozen chopped and leaf Squash fresh summer and yellow winter acorn or butternut COOKING GUIDE NOTE Use Power Level High 10 unless otherwise noted Amount 1b 10 OZ package 1 Ib cut in half 10 OZ package 10 02 package J bunch I bunch 1 to 11 1bs Ibunch 1 to 1 4ibs 10 OZ package 10 OZ package 1 medium head about 2 Ibs 11b 10 OZ package 1 medium head I medium head 10 OZ package 10 OZ package lto 5 ears 1 ear 2 to 6 ears 10 OZ package 2 lbs unshelled 10 OZ package 4 potatoes 6 to 8 oz each I 6 to 8 oz each 10 to 160z 10 02 package 1 Ib sliced 1 to 2 squash about 1 lb each Time 7 to 9 min Meal High 7 5 to 7 min 10 to 12 min 6 to 8 min 6 to 8 min 18 to 22 min 8 to 10 min 10 to 13 min 5 to 7 min 5 to 7 min 9 to 11 min 8 to 10 min 7 to 9 min 5 to 7 min 10 to 14 min 10 to 17 min 5 to 7 min 5 to 7 min 3 to 4 min per ear 5 to 6 min 3 to 4 min per ear
4. many servings have Step 2 Touch a number pad from 1 to 6 to selec a been selected food group Step 3 Touch START pad Oven will signal and turn The serving size may even be changed or added off automatically when finished after touching START Just touch number pad 2 or 3 SERV and a number will be displayed briefly to show that serving size has been changed Reheat Guide Serving Time per Code Display Size Serving Foods Recommended 1 PASTA 1 3 2 min 10 sec Pasta 2 MEATS 1 3 1 min 30 sec Meats casseroles pizza VEGS 1 min 15 sec Fruits and vegetables Beverages Sauces and gravies 6 PLATE SF 3 min 45 sec 2 to 3 foods 4 oz each BEVERAGE The Beverage program makes it simple to reheat a The serving size is automatically set at 1 but can be cup of hot chocolate or other beverage Use a cup that changed by touching number pad 2 or 3 right after has no metal decoration and is microwave safe refer touching the BEVERAGE pad The oven will signal to the Microwaving Tips section and turn off automatically when finished Touch BEVERAGE pad No need BEVERAGE to touch START the oven will start immediately 16 COOK N With the Cook feature the oven Use the Cook Code Guide Touch The oven calculates cooking automatically sets the cooking the COOK pad Touch a number time and changes power levels times and power levels for you pad from 1 to 9 to select the desired duri
5. 0 MIN KITCHEN TIMER Vent Fan Beeper SOUND LEVEL CODES 0 1 2 3 When You Plug in the Oven The display panel displays 88888 18 POWER and all of the oven functions After 15 seconds all lights disappear and RESET appears in the upper portion Touch the CLEAR OFF pad set the Clock and oven is ready for use If power is disrupted at any time the above sequence recurs and you must reset Clock after touching the CLEAR OFF pad CLOCK ON OFF CLEAR START OFF Surface Light PRODE Appears on the Display Probe has been forgotten when Auto Roast or Temp Cook function is being used Probe is not securely seated in oven wall receptacle jauvg 10 1 u00 Pnoy Nog FEATURES OF YOUR OVEN 1 Door Handle Pull to open door Door must be securely latched for oven to operate Door Latches Window with Metal Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in oven 4 Receptacle for Temperature Probe Probe must be securely inserted into receptacle before oven will start any temperature or Auto Roast cooking wor Nn Temperature Probe Use with Temp Cook and Auto Roast functions only 6 Shelf Lets you microwave several foods at once Food microwaves best when placed directly on the oven floor Use this shelf only when cooking foods on two levels See Safety Instructions and Oven Shelf section for special instructions
6. Insert temperature probe and attach probe securely in oven wall Close the door Step 2 Touch TEMP COOK pad TEMP COOK Step 3 Touch 1 6 and O for 160 F Step 4 Touch POWER LEVEL POWER pad Touch 5 for medium power LEVEL Cooking Tips Use a lower power level foods will heat more evenly though requiring more time Be sure frozen food has been completely defrosted before inserting probe Probe may break off if used in frozen foods Step 5 Touch the START pad If TART internal temperature of the roast is less than 90 F display will show COOL if temperature is 90 F or above display shows temperature counting up Step 6 When 160 F is reached the oven will sound and display Hold The oven will then hold the temperature Step 7 Touch the CLEAR OFF pad to stop the cycle Step 8 Remove probe and food from the oven Cover foods loosely for moisture control and quick even heating e Insert the probe horizontally into the center meaty area not touching bone or fat Make sure the handle does not touch the food or top or sides of the oven Questions and Answers Q Why did PRObE flash on the display after I touched the START pad A PRObE will flash if you don t seat the cable end of the probe securely into the receptacle in the oven wall or if you touch the TEMP COOK pad and forget to use the probe Q Can I leave my probe in the oven if it s not inserted in foo
7. charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the microwave oven that fails because of a manufacturing defect LIMITED ADDITIONAL NINE YEAR WARRANTY For the second through tenth year from date of original purchase we will provide free of charge a replacement magnetron tube if the magnetron tube fails because of a manufacturing defect You pay for the service trip to your home and service labor charges eService trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical gas exhausting and other connecting facilities here Proof of original is needed to obtain service under warranty Staple sales slip or cancelled check purchase date This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s travel c
8. lamb veal pork 12 to 16 min per Ib Use Power Level Warm 1 Steaks chops and cutlets 6 to 8 min per Ib 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 Power Level Defrost 3 Chicken broiler fryer 16 to 20 Place wrapped chicken in dish Unwrap and turn over after first half cutup 2to 3 lbs 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 Chicken whole 18 to 22 Place wrapped chicken in dish After first half of time unwrap and 24 to 3 Ibs turn chicken over Shield warm areas with foil To complete defrosting run cool water in cavity until giblets can be removed Cornish hen 8 to 14 min per lb Place unwrapped hen in oven breast side up Turn over after first half of time Run cool water in cavity until giblets can be removed Turkey breast 4 to 6 Ibs 6 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 26 Vegetables Vegetable Asparagus frozenspears frozenspears Beans fresh green frozen green frozenlima
9. place in the oven on microwave safe dish and close door Step 2 Touch the SNACKS pad Step 3 Touch number For example touch number pad 1 for bread rolls and muffins The code number and food type you selected will appear on the display 14 ENTER will flash pad of desired food code tire rsninaee Step 4 Touch number pad to TH2ZH3F 455 enter the quantity of food For example touch 2 After 5 y 2 ae seconds START flashes on the display Step 5 Touch the START pad Oven will begin microwaving oe Touching the SNACKS pad during microwaving will display the remaining time When done oven displays End MA How to Use the Snacks Feature Snacks Codes 5 and 6 NOTE See the previous page on how to use Erec rsm Step 4 Touch number pad Snacks Codes 1 to 4 12345 to enter food weight For g example touch 1 and 2 for Step 1 Remove the food from the package place in 6 7 s fo Ounces Afa S seconde the oven on microwave safe dish or container Close the oven door START flashes on the display tep 2 Touch the SNACKS pad mee a Step 5 Touch the START pad START Oven will begin microwaving Touching the SNACKS pad during microwaving will display the remaining time When done oven displays End Step 3 Touch number pad of desired food code For example touch number pad 5 for soup The code number and food type you selected will appear on the di
10. 3 hours if possible a Chicken Stewing 4 6 SIM Add 4 cups liquid Insert probe into meatiest area of inner thigh A from below end and parallel to leg Turn over after 1 20f time amp Broiler Fryer 3 4 SIM Same procedure as above Ham Pork Roast 180 F 4 6 SIM Add 4 cups liquid soup Stock Vegetable 180 F 7 10 SIM Make sure that vegetables and meat are covered by liquid Stir every 3 hours Split Pea 180 F 5 7 SIM Add enough liquid to cover peas at least 2 inches Stir after 3 hours 2 GLOSSARY OF MICROWAVE TERMS When adapting recipes for the microwave it is best to start with a familiar recipe Knowing how the food should look and taste will help when adapting recipes for microwaving Foods that require browning or crisp dry surfaces will cook better in regular ovens Moist foods such as vegetables fruits poultry and seafood microwave well Rich foods such as bar cookies moist cakes and candies are suitable for microwaving because of their high fat and sugar content Reduce regular oven cooking times by 1 2 to 1 3 Check food after minimum time to avoid overcooking Small amounts of butter or oil can be used for flavoring but are not needed to prevent sticking Seasonings may need to be reduced Salt meats and vegetables after cooking Covering In both regular baking and microwave cooking covers hold in moisture allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time In regular ovens par
11. Foods that require constant stirring will need only occasional stirring when microwaving Turning Over In range top cooking you turn over foods such as hamburgers so both sides can directly contact the hot pan When microwaving turning is often needed during defrosting or when cooking certain foods such as frozen hamburgers 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 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 Arcing Sparks caused by too much metal in the microwave oven or metal touching the side of the oven or foil that is not molded to food Prick Foods to Release Pressure Steam builds up pressure in foods that are tightly covered by a skin or membrane Prick foods such as potatoes as you do before regular oven cooking egg yolks and chicken livers to prevent bursting Rotating Occasionally repositioning a dish in the oven helps food cook more evenly To rotate 1 2 turn turn the dish until the side that was to the back of the oven is to the front To rotate 1 4 turn turn the dish until the side that was to the
12. completely defrosted before cooking unwrapping If food is foil wrapped remove foil and place food 4 When defrosted food should be cool but softened in all areas in cooking dish for defrosting Most food defrosts well using If still slightly icy return to microwave oven very briefly or let Defrost 3 For more even defrosting of larger foods such as stand a few minutes beef lamb and veal roasts use Warm 1 2 After first half of defrosting time unwrap package and check food Turn food over if necessary break apart or separate food if possible Shield any warm areas with small pieces of foil Food Time Comments Breads Cakes Power Level Defrost 3 Bread buns or rolls 1 piece 1 min Sweet rolls 3 to 5 min Rearrange after half of time approx 12 oz Fish and Seafood Power Level Defrost 3 Fillets frozen 1 Ib 7 to 9 min Shellfish small pieces 5 to 7 min Place block in casserole Turn over and break up after first half 1 Ib of time Fruit Power Level Defrost 3 Plastic pouch 1 to 2 3 to 6 min 10 0z package Meat Power Level Defrost 3 Bacon 1 1b 3 to 5 min per lb Place unopenedpackage in oven Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting Franks 1 b 3 to 5 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 Ib 5 to 7 min Turn meat over after first half of time Roast beef
13. cook more than one food To position the shelf tip the back slightly and fit the shelf support guides onto the support guides located at each side of the oven Next lower the front until the shelf support guides fit onto the support guides located at each side of the oven in the front at the same time turn the oven off Make sure the shelf is not touching oven walls To prevent arcing remove the shelf when in the rear you are not using it How to Reheat Several Different Types of Feds Together When heating several different types of food together foods which should be served hot must be placed on the oven floor while foods which need only to be warmed should be placed on the shelf This is because microwave energy enters the oven from the bottom only Also it is important to remember that foods absorb microwave energy at different rates Rates can be affected by the size of the food and its starting temperature Because of the varying rates you may need to start reheating a large or dense food a few minutes ahead of time then add other smaller or less dense foods Alternately if one of the foods you are heating seems undercooked but the others are heated satisfactorily let the underheated food continue cooking Heat or reheat different types of food at High 10 To determine heating times add times for all foods together After half of time stir or rearrange foods do not reverse positions Check foods esp
14. number pad from 1 to 5 for 1to 5 minutes of 7 H2H3 4 ooking ORE A ee example touch the 2 6 3 p pad OEE One oo ne time No need to touch T the oven will start immediately The oven will signal and turn off automatically when finished How to Use Auto Start The Auto Start feature allows you to program your oven to begin cooking at a preset time of day up to a 12 hour delay Step 1 Touch AUTO START pad AUTO START REMINDER Step 2 Enter the time you want the oven to start Be sure your microwave oven clock shows the correct time of day Step 3 Enter your desired cooking program Step 4 Touch START pad The oven will automatically start at the desired time How to Use Reminder The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock without starting the oven Example It is 7 a m and you must remember to leave for a dentist appointment at 10 a m Step 1 Touch AUTO START pad AUTO START REMINDER Step 2 Enter the time you want the oven to remind you Be sure your microwave oven clock shows the correct time of day The reminder time can be setup to 12 hours later Step 3 Touch START pad The reminder is now set at the time you programmed and will signal you at that time with a beeping sound until you open the door or touch the CLEAR OFF pad The display will show REM until the oven door is opened or CLEAR OFF is touched The REMinder time may be displayed by touching
15. results Adjust temperatures to suit your personal taste Let foods stand a few minutes before serving 4 Be sure foods are heated throughout before serving Steaming or bubbling around edges of dish does not necessarily mean food is heated throughout If you use a meat thermometer while cooking make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens ae ed Item Amount Power Level Time Bakery Foods Cake coffee cake doughnuts sweet rolls 1 piece Low 3 1 4 to 1 2 min nut or fruit bread 9 inch cake or Low 3 2 to 4 min 12rolls or doughnuts Dinner rolls muffins Medium 5 1 4 to 1 2 min 6 to8 Medium 5 1 to 2 min Pie fruit nut or custard slice 1 8 of 9 inch pie 1 slice 1 2 to 1 min use minimum time for custard 9 inch pie Meal High 7 3 to 5 min Beverages Cocoa other milk based drinks 6 oz per cup 1 to 2 cups Meal High 7 2 to 4 min Coffee other water based drinks 6 oz per cup lto 2 cups 2 to 3 min Meats and Main Dishes Chicken pieces Ito 2 pieces 1 to 2 min Hamburgers or meatloaf 4 oz per serving 1 to 2 servings 1 to 2 min Hot dogs and sausages 1 to2 1to1 min Rice and pasta 2 3 3 4 cup per serving 1 to 2 servings 1 to 2 min 1 to 2 servings 2 to 4 min Saucy main dishes chop suey spaghetti creamed chicken chili stew macaroni and cheese etc 3 4 1 cup per serving Steaks chops ribs meat pieces Thinly sliced meat 3 to 4 oz per serving Topped or mixed with sauce 2 3 3 4 cup pe
16. through cooking bag horizontally into the center meaty area not touching bone or fat Make sure the handle does not touch the food or top or sides of the oven How to Roast Beef to Medium AUTO ROAST yee Step 1 Touch AUTO ROAST pad Touch number pad 1 Touch START See the Auto Roast Guide for complete list of recommended codes NOTE By touching the AUTO ROAST pad during cooking the meat s internal temperature will be displayed COOL will be displayed until meat reaches 90 F When pad is released doneness code reappears on the display Step 2 When you select Auto Roast codes 1 or 2 the oven signals with 4 beeps and TURn flashes on the display when it s time to turn the roast over After you turn the roast close the door and touch START NOTE Oven continues to cook after the signal whether or not roast is turned over 22 Just as in regular roasting only tender roasts should be roasted until specified internal temperatures are reached Less tender roasts should be microwaved by time Place pork roast in cooking bag and place in microwave safe dish Place meat in oven with probe to the right Insert cable end of probe firmly into receptacle on oven wall food temperature is reached oven beeps 4times and HOLd appears on the display Step 4 Food will be held at this temperature for 60 minutes The Le oven then beeps 4 times i and End
17. ING TIPS bursting water set the measuring cup either in or next to the dish Microwave 1 minute at high If the dish heats it should not be used for microwaving If the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup heats then the dish is microwave safe IF YOU NEED SERVICE FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 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 Some microwaved foods require stirring rotating or rearranging Check the Cooking Guide Steam builds up pressure in foods which are tightly covered by a skin or membrane Pierce potatoes egg yolks and chicken livers to prevent If you use a meat thermometer while cooking make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens VARIABLE POWER LEVELS 1 10 Variable power levels add flexibility to your microwave cooking The power levels on your microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range HIGH Power Level 10 or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100 power 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 A high setting 10 will cook faster but may need additional attention s
18. Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your microwave oven HELP US HELP YOU Be sure your microwave oven is registered It is important that we know the location of your microwave oven should a need occur for adjustments Your supplier is responsible for registering you as the owner Please check with your supplier to be sure he has done so also send in your Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card If you move or if you are not the original purchaser please write to us stating model and serial numbers This appliance must be registered Please be certain that it is Write to GE Appliances Range Product Service Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 If you received a damaged oven Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the oven Save time and money Before you request service Check the Problem Solver in the back of this book It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself All these things are normal with your microwave oven e Steam or vapor escaping from around the door eLight reflection around door or outer case e Dimming oven light and change in blower sound may occur while operating at power levels other than high e Dull thumping sound while oven is operating e Some TV Radio interference might be noticed while using your microwave oven It s similar to the interference caused by o
19. TRUCTIONS 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 oven should ignite keep oven door closed turn oven off and disconnect power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example closed jars will explode and should not be heated in this microwave overt Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury Avoid heating baby food in glass jars even without their lids especially meat and egg mixtures e 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 e Use foil only as directed in this book 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 other than metal shelf at least 1 inch away from the sides of the oven Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware Foods cooked in liquids such as pasta may tend to boil over more rapidly than foods containing less moisture Should this occur refer to the Care and Cleaning section s for instructions on how to clean
20. Touch this pad before entering another power level number if you want to change from automatic Power Level 10 High for cooking or Power Level 3 Low for defrosting CLOCK Touch this pad to enter time of day or check time of day while microwaving To set clock first touch CLOCK pad and then enter time of day For example if time is 1 30 touch number pads 1 3 and O and 1 30 will appear in display Then touch START or CLOCK pad To reset or change time simply repeat above process NUMBER PADS Touch these pads to enter cooking time defrosting time time of day temperature power level or food weights for Auto Defrost KITCHEN TIMER This feature uses no microwave energy It functions as either a kitchen timer as a holding period after defrost or as a delay timer before time or temperature cooking AUTO START Allows you to program your oven to begin cooking at a preset time of day up to a 12 hour delay The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 VENT FAN Press HI LO or OFF for the different fan speeds TEMP COOK Use the temperature probe to cook by using a preset temperature Once food reaches preset temperature oven switches to HOLD setting and maintains that temperature until you touch the CLEAR OFF pad AUTO ROAST Insert probe Touch this pad the desired number pad for the code then START The
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22. and Time Cook Let s say you want to defrost a frozen casserole for 15 minutes hold for 10 minutes and then Time Cook for 25 minutes Here s how to do it Step 1 Take casserole from freezer and place in oven Step 2 Touch TIME TIME DEFROST pad DEFROST Step 3 Touch pads 1 5 and MIN for 15 minutes defrosting time Defrosting is automatically set on power level 3 but can be changed by touching the POWER LEVEL pad and the desired power level Using a Holding Time The Kitchen Timer can also be used to program a holding time between microwave cooking functions The time can range from 1 second to 99 minutes and 99 seconds A holding or standing time maybe found in some of your own recipes or in a cookbook Programming Delayed Cooking To delay cooking up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds touch either TIME COOK I amp II TEMP COOK or AUTO ROAST and enter cook time temperature or code Touch KITCHEN TIMER and enter number of minutes to delay cooking When delaying Temp Cook or Auto Roast cooking be sure probe is in food Touch START Timer will count down to zero and cooking will begin Step 4 Set standing or hold time by KITCHEN touching KITCHEN TIMER pad TIMER Step 5 Touch 1 0 and MIN to hold for 10 minutes Step 6 Touch TIME COOK TIME COOK I amp II pad I amp i Step 7 Touch 2 5 and MIN for 25 minutes of cooking time Step 8 Touch START As START each function is automatically perform
23. annot turn it off This is because the automatic fan has come onto protect the internal parts of the microwave The fan will automatically turn off when the internal parts are cool It may stay on for 30 minutes or more after the range and microwave controls have been turned off S P 3 N NOX FT 2 3M IN SUIABMOID a sdr f SJQAV JOMOG IQELILA 31njvay ULA ONY YOUR TOUCH CONTROL PANEL The Touch Control Panel allows you to set the oven controls with the touch of a finger It s designed to be easy to use and understand 1 N o0 10 11 12 DISPLAY Displays time of day time or temperature during cooking functions power level being used cooking mode and instructions AUTO DEFROST Touch this pad and food weight then START The oven automatically sets power levels and defrosting time TIME COOK I amp II Microwave for a selected amount of time using automatic Power Level 10 High TIME DEFROST Gentle thawing at automatic Power Level 3 Low BEVERAGE Touch this pad to reheat a beverage No need to touch START the oven will start immediately POPCORN Touch this pad to cook prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3 0 to 3 5 ounces No need to touch START the oven will start immediately EXPRESS COOK Touch number pads 1 through 5 for 1 to 5 minutes of cooking No need to touch START the oven will start immediately POWER LEVEL
24. appears Auto Roast Guide Place meats in a cooking bag in microwave safe Insert probe as described in the Automatic dish Refer to package instructions for proper use Roasting section of cooking bag gt 7E Minimum End Approx Time Hold Doneness e Food Code Temp minutes per pound Minutes Display S Beef 5 1b max x Tender Roast e Medium 160 F 15 23 0 MEd A Well 2 170 F 23 30 5 10 WELL 7 Pork 5 Ib max Loin Roast 2 170 F 23 30 10 WELL Poultry 6 lb max Turkey Breast 3 185 F 16 19 10 15 WELL j Insert probe horizontally ge into meatiest area Recommended standing time before serving Automatic Simmer Auto Roast Code 4 Total time includes time to bring food to 180 F and Oven switches to Hold hold at that temperature until done at 180 F and continues Set Auto Simmer like holding at 180 F until Auto Roast as explained you remove food and in the Automatic touch CLEAR OFF Roasting section pad If stirring is Display shows SIM recommended you can restart oven by touching the and CODE 4 START pad again Touch CLEAR OFF pad to turn oven off Automatic Simmer Guide Auto Roast Code 4 Approx Doneness Food Time Hours Display Comments Beef e Pot Roast 5 7 SIM Add enough liquid to just cover meat If adding vegetables a make sure they are completely covered by liquid Chili 5 8 SIM Precook meat Place probe 1 inch from top surface Stir after a
25. back of the oven is to the side Piece Size Small pieces cook faster than large ones Pieces that are similar in size and shape cook more evenly With large pieces of food reduce the power setting for even cooking Shape of Food In both types of cooking thin areas cook faster than thick areas This can be controlled in microwaving by placing thick pieces near the outside edge and thin pieces in the center Starting Temperature Foods taken from the freezer or refrigerator take longer to cook than foods at room temperature Timings in our recipes are based on the temperatures at which you normally store the foods Quantity of Food In both types of cooking small amounts usually take less time than large amounts This is most apparent in microwave cooking where time is directly related to the number of servings Shelf on models so equipped Use the shelf to heat more than 1 dish at a time Take the shelf out when you are not using it HEATING OR REHEATING GUIDE NOTE Use Power Level High 10 unless otherwise noted Directions below are for heating or reheating already cooked foods stored in refrigerator or at room temperature Use microwave safe cookware Cover most foods for fastest heating Exceptions are some sandwiches griddle foods and baked items Bubbling around edges of dish is normal since the center is the last to heat Foods heated to 160 F to 165 F will provide safe ine ao palatable
26. d A No if it touches the oven wall it may damage the oven 19 WLT Aq ZUNSOLA sInjersduray Aq SUTYO07 Auto Defrost AUTO DEFROST With the Auto Defrost feature Use the Auto Defrost Guide the oven automatically sets the Enter the food weight in pounds defrosting times and power and tenths of a pound see levels for you Conversion Guide Then touch the START pad How to Set Auto Defrost Before you begin check the guide located at front of oven when you open the door It shows minimum and maximum food weights for a variety of foods You will need to know your food weight before setting Auto Defrost Step 1 Remove food from package place in oven on microwave safe dish and close door Step 2 Touch the AUTO AUTD DEFROST pad DEFROST Express Cook 1 5 Minats Step 3 Enter weight For 1H2H3H4HS5 example touch number pads 1 T and 2 for weight of 1 2 pounds TAIE m 1 pound 3 ounces See Conversion Guide below Stand Time After Auto Defrosting meat needs to stand in order to let the inside defrost You may take the food out of the oven if you wish Stand time recommendations are given in the Auto Defrost Guide 20 START Twice during defrosting the oven beeps 4 times and TURn flashes Follow the directions in the Auto Defrost Guide for what to do at t The oven calculates defrosting time and changes power levels during defrosting to give even defrosting resul
27. dling the shelf and cookware They may be hot Do not use microwave browning dish on shelf The shelf could overheat Use the shelf only when cooking on 2 levels Be sure that the shelf is positioned properly inside the oven to prevent product damage Do NOT use the metal shelf with the Popcorn program see the Popcorn section The Exhaust Hood Have it installed and properly grounded by a qualified installer Seethe special installation booklet packed with the microwave oven A The exhaust fan in the oven operate automatically under certain conditions see Automatic Fan Feature While the fan is operating caution is required to prevent the starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the exhaust fan is in use For this reason Never leave surface units unattended at high heat settings Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite and spread if exhaust fan is operating To minimize automatic fan operation use adequate sized cookware and use high heat only when necessary In the event of a grease fire r smother flaming pan on surface unit by covering a completely with well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray Clean the vent hood often Do not allow grease to buildup on the hood or the filter Use care when cleaning the vent hood falter Corrosive cleaning agents such as lye based oven cleaners may damage the filter When flaming foods are under th
28. e hood turn the fan off The fan if operating may spread the flame SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS suoyonaysuy Ajayes yue odwy Optional Accessories Available at extra cost from your GE supplier JX40WH Filler Panel Kit for model JVM240WL JX41 Filler Panel Kit for models JVM240BL and JVM241BL JX50 Glass Canopy Kit JX81A Charcoal Filter Kit for non vented installation To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are 3 steps to follow for further help 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 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 FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 MICROWAV
29. e the top grill by taking out the 2 screws that hold it in place 30 Next remove the single screw located above door near center of oven that secures light housing Replace burned out bulb with a 30 watt incandescent bulb WB02X4235 available from your GE supplier Clean off the grease and dust on hood surfaces often Use a solution of warm water and detergent About 1 tablespoon of ammonia may be added to the water Take care not to touch the filters and enamel surfaces with this solution ammonia will darken metal THE EXHAUST FEATURE The exhaust hood feature on your microwave oven is equipped with 2 CHARCOAL FILTER metal filters which collect grease When the fan is operated air is drawn on some models up through the filters Depending on your model it is either discharged through the provided venting to the outside or drawn through a charcoal filter and recirculated REUSABLE GREASE FILTERS on all models Reusable Grease Filters on all models The grease filters should be cleaned at least once a month Never operate the microwave without the filters in place In situations where flaming might occur on surfaces below hood filters will stop the entry of flames into the unit To Remove Grease Filter To Clean and Replace Grease Filter To clean grease filter soak it and then agitate filter in solution of hot water and detergent Don t use ammonia or ammonia products because they will darken the me
30. ecially those on the oven floor after 3 4 of total time and remove any which are done Continue cooking others 28 Place on the a floor larger or more dense DIN A A K A AA SSS foods which LA need the most heating such as leftover fried chicken casseroles of canned or leftover vegetables rice or pasta Place on the oven shelf those foods which need only be warmed such as bakery pies rolls muffins or breads Pop popcorn on the microwave oven floor only Use prepackaged popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens CARE AND CLEANING How to Clean the Inside Walls and floor 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 on oven walls NEVER USE A COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANER ON ANY PART OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Door inside Window Wipe up spatters daily and wash when soiled with a damp cloth Rinse thoroughly and dry Metal and plastic parts on door Wipe frequently with a damp cloth to remove all soil DO NOT USE ABRASIVES SUCH AS CLEANING POWDERS OR STEEL AND PLASTIC PADS THEY WILL DAMAGE THE SURFACE Special note when using Brown N Sear Dish If grease is present high heat generated on bottom of a Brown N Sear dish may cause the grease to bum onto the oven tray This may be removed with a cleanser such as Bon Ami brand cleanser How to Clea
31. ed oven display shows instructions entered and the function When time is up the oven signals and flashes End lI UIAQ ANOX JO SaINWwI ASW UIYOUWY IY ISN 0 MOH COOKING BY TIME Time Cook I Time Cook allows you to microwave for a preset amount of time Power Level 10 High is recommended for most cooking but you may change this for more flexibility See the Cooking Guide To become better acquainted with time cooking make a cup of coffee by following the steps below Step 1 Filla cup 2 3 full of water add 1 teaspoon of instant coffee and stir to dissolve Use a cup that has no metal decoration and is microwave safe refer to the Microwaving Tips section Place cup in oven and close door Step 2 Touch TIME TIMECOOK COOK I amp II pad 1 amp ll Step 3 Select your time Touch pad 1 and man MIN pad for 1 minute Using the Time Cook II Feature The Time Cook II feature lets you set 2 time cooking functions within 1 program This is ideal if you want to change power levels during your cooking operations Here s how to do it Step 1 Place food in oven in microwave safe container and close the door Step 2 Touch TIME COOK TIMECOOK I amp I 1 amp m Step 3 Select your first cook time For example touch 2 1 and 5 for 2 minutes and 15 seconds Step 4 Touch TIME COOK I amp II Step 5 Set your second cook time Step 6 Change the power level 12 Because au
32. er Cook Time If your favorite popcorn is not completely popped there is a simple adjustment you can make Touch the POPCORN pad and then immediately touch number pad 9 A plus sign will appear on the display beside the word POP The plus sign indicates 20 seconds more cooking time is being provided No need to touch START the oven will start immediately If the oven beeps before you were able to touch 9 touch the CLEAR OFF pad and begin again If your favorite popcorn is overcooked there is another adjustment you can make Touch the POPCORN pad and then immediately touch number pad 1 A minus sign will appear on the display beside the word POP The minus sign indicates 20 seconds less cooking time is being provided No need to touch START the oven will start immediately If the oven beeps before you were able to touch 1 touch the CLEAR OFF pad and begin again SNACKS With the Snacks feature the oven automatically sets the microwaving times and power levels for you Use the Snacks Code Guide Touch the SNACKS pad For codes 1 to 4 enter the quantity of food For codes 5 and 6 enter the food The oven calculates time and changes power levels during microwaving to give even results weight in ounces Then touch the START pad How to Use the Snacks Feature Snacks Codes 1 to 4 NOTE See the next page on how to use Snacks Codes 5 and 6 Step 1 Remove the food from the package
33. er sound may occur while operating at power levels other C ON DISPLAY Cook or Auto Roast function a FLOOR OF THE OVEN The cooktop lamp is located directly below the oven floor When the lamp IS WARM EVEN is on the heat it produces makes the oven floor get warm This is normal A WHEN THE OVEN ite HAS NOT BEEN USED All these things are normal with your microwave oven Steam or vapor escaping from around the door Dull thumping sound while oven is operating S Light reflection around door or outer case Some TV Radio interference might be noticed S N than high If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service QUESTIONS USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER POSSIBLE CAUSE A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Unplug your microwave oven then plug it back in Make sure 3 prong plug on oven is fully inserted into wall receptacle Door not securely closed START pad must be touched after entering cooking selection Another selection entered already in oven and CLEAR OFF pad not touched to cancel it Make sure you have entered cooking time after touching TIME COOK I amp II pad eCLEAR OFF pad was touched accidentally Reset cooking program and touch START pad Make sure you have entered a temperature after touching TEMP COOK pad Make sure You have entered a c
34. er with plastic wrap Chicken 4 to 40 oz Use oblong square or round dish Pieces Cover with wax paper C Ground Meat 8 to 48 OZ Use round casserole dish Crumble meat into dish s Beef Pork Cover with wax paper Turkey Bacon 8 2 to 10 oz Layer strips on a plate 4 to a layer Cover each layer with a paper towel Pizza 4 to 16 OZ Follow package instructions to prepare pizza for frozen microwaving microwaveable 17 DEFROSTING BY TIME Time Defrost is designed for speedy thawing of frozen food and is one of the great advantages of a microwave oven Use the Time Defrost setting to quickly thaw foods such as bread rolls vegetables fruits and frozen dinners The Auto Defrost setting is preferred for meat and poultry because the oven sets the defrosting time and power levels for you Power level 3 is automatically set when you press TIME DEFROST pad but you may change this for more flexibility See the Defrosting Guide for defrosting help How to Change Power Level 1 Press TIME DEFROST 2 Select defrosting time 3 Press POWER LEVEL 4 Select power 5 Press START Defrosting Tips e Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the package Tightly closed packages should be slit pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted as directed by package Plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered Family size pre packaged frozen dinners ca
35. ew filter Insert filter into top opening of oven as shown It will rest at an angle on 2 side support tabs and in front of right rear tab Replace grill and secure with 2 screws 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 Fig 1 WARNING improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock Consult a PREFERRED qualified METHOD electrician or service technician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded Ensure proper ground Fig 1 exists before use 32 Where a standard 2 prong wall receptacle is encountered it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall receptacle Do not under any circumstance cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance Do not use an extension cord with this appliance PROBLEM OVEN WILL NOT COME ON CONTROL PANEL LIGHTED YET OVEN WILL NOT START PRObE APPEARS Dimming oven light and change in blow
36. h with the shelf Arcing could occur Clean shelf with mild soap and water or in the dishwasher Do not clean in a self cleaning oven 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 Power Cord If the cord becomes soiled unplug and wash with a damp cloth For stubborn spots sudsy water may be used but be certain to rinse with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly before plugging cord into outlet 29 TUN WIAM IYI 10 BSN 07 IVM NH SUIUBITD DUB 318 LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT Cooktop Light Night Light To replace combination cooktop night light first disconnect power at main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull plug Remove screw on right side of light compartment cover and lower cover until it stops Be sure bulbs to be replaced are cool before removing Break the adhesive seal by gently unscrewing the bulbs Replace with 40 watt incandescent bulbs WB02X4253 available from your GE supplier High intensity 40 watt bulbs 40S 11 N 1 which are available in supermarkets and hardware stores may also be used for replacements Raise light compartment cover and replace screw Connect electrical power to microwave oven REMOVE SCREW Oven Light ee VES To replace your oven light first disconnect power at main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull plug Remov
37. jury Foods with unbroken outer skin such as potatoes sausages tomatoes apples chicken livers and other giblets and egg yolks see previous caution should be pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens Check the package for proper use Spontaneous boiling Under certain special circumstances liquids may start to boil during or shortly after removal from the microwave oven To prevent burns from splashing liquid stir the liquid briefly before removing the container from the microwave oven 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 beat 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 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 Use of the shelf accessory Remove the shelf from oven when not in use Do not store or cook with shelf on floor of oven Product damage may result Use pot holders when han
38. ld be serviced only by qualified service personnel Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children e To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity Do not overcook food Carefully attend appliance if paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking Remove wire twist ties and metal handles from paper or plastic containers before placing them in the oven Do not use your microwave oven to dry newspapers 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 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 overcook potatoes They could dehydrate and catch fire causing damage to your oven Do not operate the oven while empty to avoid damage to the oven and the danger of fire If by accident the oven should run empty a minute or 2 no harm is done However try to avoid Operating the oven empty at all times it saves energy and prolongs the life of the oven SUOTTNIJSUT AJOFVR JUBLIOGUIT continued next page continued j IMPORTANT SAFETY INS
39. n be defrosted and microwaved If the food is in a foil container transfer it to a microwave safe dish Questions and Answers Q When I press START I hear a dull thumping noise What is it A This sound is normal It is letting you know the oven is using a power level lower than 10 High 18 To become better acquainted with the defrost function defrost a 10 oz package of frozen strawberries by following the steps below Step 1 Place package of frozen strawberries in the oven and close door Be sure package contains no metal Step 2 Touch TIME DEFROST TIME DEFROST Step 3 Select one half of the total defrosting time recommended in the Defrosting Guide For example touch 4 and MIN pad for 4 minutes Step 4 Touch START When the cycle is completed the oven STORT signals and flashes End then automatically shuts off Step 5 Turn the package over close the door and repeat Steps 2 and 3 to set remaining half of defrosting time and touch START Step 6 When the oven signals and flashes End open the door remove the package and separate strawberries to finish defrosting For even defrosting some foods need to be broken up or separated part of the way through the defrosting time eCheck the Defrosting Guide for other defrosting tips Foods that spoil easily such as milk eggs fish stuffings poultry and pork should not be allowed to sit out for more than one hour after defr
40. n the Outside Case Clean the outside of your oven with soap and damp cloth rinse with a damp cloth and then dry Wipe the window clean with adamp cloth Chrome trim is best wiped with a damp cloth and then with a dry towel Control Panel 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 Keep your oven clean and sweet smelling Opening the oven door a few minutes after cooking helps air out the inside An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh Don t use sharp edged utensils on your oven The inside and outside oven walls can be scratched The control panel can be damaged BE CERTAIN POWER IS OFF BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF THIS OVEN After using Bon Ami brand cleanser rinse and dry thoroughlypllowing instructions on can Do not use Bon Ami brand cleanser on the painted surfaces such as the walls It may scratch the paint Automatic Temperature Probe Probe is sturdy but care should be taken in handling Do not twist or bend avoid dropping temperature probe Clean as soon after using as possible To clean wipe with sudsy cloth then rub lightly with plastic scouring ball if necessary Rinse and dry or wash in dishwasher Shelf Your shelf accessory is designed for use in a microwave oven only do not use in a regular oven Do not use a browning dis
41. ng cooking to give even food group Enter the food weight in cooking results x ounces then touch the START pad j A How to Use the Cook Feature Step 1 Remove the food from the package place in pace i Step 4 Enter weight For the oven on microwave safe dish and close door 1 3H4H 5 example touch 1 and 8 for 2 18 ounces After 5 seconds Step 2 Touch the COOK pad 6 7 2 J START flashes on the display Step 5 Touch the START pad START Oven will begin cooking Touching Step 3 Touch number the COOK pad during cooking will display the remaining Cook time fcr I pad of desired food iaining i ia code For example Oven displays End when cooking ll touch number pad 1 is done for canned vegetables The code number and food type you selected will appear on the display ENTER zg WEIGHT will flash g S Cook Code Guide oe Cook Weight Food Code Limit OZ Comments Canned 4to 18 OZ Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Vegetables Cover with lid or plastic wrap Frozen 2 4 to 16 OZ Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Vegetables Follow package instructions for adding water Cover with lid or plastic wrap Fresh 3 4 to 16 OZ Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Vegetables Add 2 tablespoons water for each serving Cover with lid or plastic wrap Potatoes 8 to 40 OZ Pierce skin with fork Place side by side on oven floor Fish 5 4 to 16 OZ Use oblong square or round dish Cov
42. ode number after touching AUTO ROAST pad Probe has been forgotten or not seated properly in oven wall when using Temp IMIJI yt ISNVYXy OUT while using your microwave oven It s similar to the interference caused by other small appliances and does not indicate a problem with your oven IIAJOS Wq dU 34 NOTES We ll Be There With the purchase of your new GE appliance receive the assurance that ifyou ever need information or assistance from GE we ll be there All you have to do is call toll free In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 AGE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service scheduled at a time that s convenient for you Many GE Consumer Service company operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow or at your convenience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m weekdays 9 00 a m to 2 00 p m Saturdays Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out so most repairs can be handled in just one visit GE Answer Center 8086262000 Whatever your question about any GE major appliance GE Answer Center information service is available to help Your call and your question will be answered promptly and courteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week 800 626 2000 Upon request GE will provide Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier f
43. osting Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria Q Can I defrost small items in a hurry A Yes but they will need more frequent attention than usual Raise the power level after entering the time by touching the desired power level pad Power Level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in about 1 2 Power Level 10 cuts the total defrosting time to approximately 1 3 During either rotate or stir food frequently COOKING BY TEMPERATURE Internal temperature is the best test of doneness for many foods Use Temp Cook to cook a variety of foods to the desired finished food temperature The Time Cook I amp II setting is recommended for batters doughs frozen foods and foods which are difficult to cook precisely with the probe The Temperature Probe The temperature probe is a food thermometer that gauges the internal temperature of your food Its appearance may vary from picture shown The probe must be used when using Temp Cook or Auto Roast To use the probe properly follow directions in the Automatic Roasting section Temp Cook takes the guesswork out of cooking because the oven automatically switches to Hold setting after reaching the preset food temperature and maintains that temperature until you touch the CLEAR OFF pad NOTE Oven automatically switches to Hold when preset food temperature is reached Handle Sensor How to Temp Cook a Rolled Beef Rib Roast to Medium Step 1
44. osts to your home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you 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 in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville KY 40225 Part No 164 D2588P191 Pub No 49 8391 11 93 CG JVM240 JVM240W JVM241B
45. ove defrosted pieces 5 minutes Poultry Whole Chicken 0 1 6 0 lbs Turn over and shield 10 minutes run cold water in cavity Turkey Breast 0 1 6 0 lbs Turn over and shield 20 minutes in breast side up refrigerator run cold water in cavity Chicken Pieces 0 1 6 0 Ibs Separate and remove defrosted pieces 5 minutes Cornish hens whole 0 1 6 0 Ibs Turn over and shield where necessary 10 minutes gt run cold water in cavity 5 Cornish hens split 0 1 6 0 lbs urnover and shield 5 minutes S Seafood z Fish fillets 0 1 6 0 lbs Separate and remove defrosted pieces 5 minutes z N Shrimp scallops 0 1 6 0 lbs Separate and remove defrosted pieces 5 minutes m Whole fish 0 1 6 0 lbs Turn over and shield tail and head 5 minutes P hold under cold running water a Edges or thin areas of meat will defrost more rapidly than other areas After first or second signal shield warm areas with small pieces of foil 21 AUTOMATIC ROASTING Auto Roast uses the temperature probe to cook to the desired serving temperature Unlike Temp Cook which uses a single power level Auto Roast uses up to 3 power settings which automatically switch during roasting thus providing even tender cooking results without overcooking Preparing Roasts for Auto Roasting Place tender beef roast in cooking bag on trivet in microwave safe dish Refer to package instructions for proper use of cooking bag Insert probe
46. oven slow cooks meat with the automatic preset program REHEAT Use Reheat for quick reheating of a variety of foods using different times and power levels COOK Touch this pad a code number and weight of food for quick cooking of a variety of foods using different times and power levels SNACKS Touch this pad a code number and weight or quantity of food to warm a variety of snack foods ADD 30 SEC Press this pad for 30 seconds of cook time to add 30 seconds to the cook time as it s counting down or for an instant on for 30 seconds CLOCK DISPLAY ON OFF Touch the O number pad to turn the clock display on or off The Clock Display On Off feature cannot be used while a cooking feature is in use MIN Use this with number pads to enter whole minutes For example for 4 minutes touch 4 and MIN CLEAR OFF When touched it shuts off the oven and erases all settings except time of day START After all selections are made touch this pad to start the oven SURFACE LIGHT Touch ON to turn on the surface light Touch NIGHT to turn on the night light SOUND LEVEL Touch the SOUND LEVEL pad Touch number pad O 1 2 or 3 then touch START pad to change the sound level of the oven beeper E TEMP COOK WEIGHT LBS DEF TIME NO SOUND I I CODE AUTO DEFROST TIME COOK I amp i POPCORN Convenience Control TEMP COOK AUTO ROAST r REHEAT COOK 4 CLOCK 6 9
47. r serving Tip Cover saucy main dishes with plastic wrap Cover other main dishes and meats with wax paper 1 to 2 servings 1 to 2 servings 1 to 2 servings Meal High 7 Meal High 7 When heating or reheating 3 to 4 servings of meat slices or pieces rotate dish 1 2 turn after half of cooking time 1 to2 min lto 2 min 2 to 4 min Plate of Leftovers Meat plus 2 vegetables Tip Cover plate of food with wax paper or plastic wrap 1 plate 3 to 4 min Sandwiches Meat cheese filling with 2 slices of bread Moist filling Sloppy Joes barbecue ham salad etc in bun 1 3 cup per serving Tip Use paper towel or napkin to cover sandwiches 1 to 2 servings ito 2 servings Meal High 7 Meal High 7 1 to 2 min lto 2 min soups Milk based 6 oz per serving Water based 6 oz per serving Tip Cover soups with wax paper or plastic wrap Vegetables Large pieces or whole asparagus spears corn on the cob etc Mashed 1 2 cup per serving Small pieces peas beans corn etc 1 2 cup per serving Tip Cover vegetables for most even heating 1 to 2 servings 1 to 2 servings lto 2 servings lto 2 servings lto 2 servings Meal High 7 1 to 4 min 1 to 3 min 1 to 3 min 2 to 4min 14 to 3 min 2 SWI IABMOIDITIA JO AlVSSOLD a Q IPMA ZUYEAMJY 10 Zuynvay DEFROSTING GUIDE 1 Food packaged in paper or plastic maybe defrosted without 3 Be sure large meats are
48. re and Cleaning wc 29 32 Exhaust Fa ic 2 0ccceeccoccecczenedeccneecnceseesece 31 32 Grease Filter 2 esecescceseeeseseeeeeeeeeeees 31 Light Bulb Replacement csceeee 30 Oven She lfi 202 cake de 29 Temperature Probe ccceesseeeeeeeees 29 Installation es scscceenincattarcncacuane 32 Adapter PIUS ae n aaa aaa a a anae a maS 32 Extension Cords ssccsssessessesssesseesseeees 32 Grounding instructions cesses 32 Consumer Services sses 35 Appliance Registration Important Phone Numbers s ssssssssensenenne 35 Model and Serial Number Location 2 Waranty ciasnscceessctsegeatadiandetnaeevi insna Back Cover Models JVM240BL JVM240WL Microwave power output of this oven is 850 watts JVM241BL IEC 708 Test Procedure Before using your oven read this book carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new microwave oven properly Keep it handy for answers to your questions If you don t understand something or need more help write include your phone number Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Write down the model and serial numbers You ll find them on a label inside the oven These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your microwave oven Before sending in this card please write these numbers here Model Number Serial
49. ree kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Service Contracts 800 626 2224 he For Customers With Special Needs Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800 TDD GEAC 800 8334322 to request information or service You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home The GE parts system provides access to over 47 000 parts and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet cover procedures intended 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 S aUINsU07 S JMA T YOUR GE MICROWAVE OVEN WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED WHAT IS NOT COVERED FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase we will provide free of
50. role with 1 2 cup water Stir after half of time Pierce with cooking fork Place on paper towel on turntable linch apart in circular arrangement Let stand 5 minutes In 2 qt casserole place washed spinach In l qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish place squash cut side down Turn cut side up after 4 minutes 21 anme AINA mg IMMA Surwoo0n GUIDE TO USE OF THE OVEN SHELF e Use the shelf only when cooking food on 2 levels Food microwaves best when placed directly on the oven floor Do not store or cook with metal shelf on floor of oven Product damage may result e Use pot holders when handling metal shelf and cookware They may be hot Do not store microwave browning dish on metal shelf Do NOT use the shelf with the Popcorn program The wire shelf is specifically designed for added capacity heating and reheating in your microwave oven Now more than one food may be heated or reheated and ready to serve at the same time Batters and dough foods and also uncooked foods which need to be prepared from scratch should be cooked without the oven shelf Positioning the Shelf eo ZZE NIN l When properly positioned the shelf should fit snugly in place be level and not touch the back or side wall of the oven If arcing occurs when using the shelf to
51. splay ENTER WEIGHT will flash SNACKS CODE GUDE Codes 1 to 4 For warming foods with Snacks Codes 1 to 4 use the following guide Quantity Food Code Display Limit QTY Comments Bread rolls 1 BREAd 1 to 4 Use paper towel or muffins microwave safe plate Sandwiches 2 SANDw 1 to2 Use paper towel or microwave safe plate Pizza 3 PIZ 1 to 4 Jse microwave safe plate leftover slices Dessert Toppings 4 TOP Use microwave safe dish Codes 5 and 6 For warming foods with Snacks Codes 5 and 6 use the following guide Weight Display Limit OZ Comments soup 5 SOUP 8to40oz e to 40 oz Use microwave safe dish Cheese Dip CHEEZ 4 to Bes oz If container is microwaveable follow instructions on container or use microwave safe dish REHEAT The Reheat feature is a short term program to Touch just 3 pads to use Reheat codes to 6 to reheat automatically reheat a previously cooked food many popular foods See the Reheat Guide below The oven turns off automatically after a preset amount of time Reheat To Reheat More Than One Serving The Reheat program makes it a snap to reheat many Reheat codes 1 through 5 let you heat up to three popular foods Choose a code number from to 6 servings To add more than one serving just touch see Reheat Guide below number pad 2 or 3 right before touching START Step 1 Touch REHEAT pad The word SERV REHEAT and a number will be displayed to show how
52. tal Light brushing can be used to remove embedded dirt To remove grease filter grasp the finger hold on the filter and slide to the rear Then pull filter downward and to the front The filter will Rinse shake and remove moisture before replacing drop out To replace grease filter slide the filter in the frame slot on the back of the opening Pull filter upward and to the front to lock into place Charcoal Filter on some models Some models are not vented to the outdoors they The disposable charcoal filter should be replaced recirculate the air instead These models are equipped when it is noticeably dirty or discolored usually with a disposable charcoal filter that helps remove after 6 to 12 months depending on hood usage smoke and odors caused by cooking on your range Order Part No WB02X9883 from your GE supplier DO NOT CLEAN THIS FILTER DO NOT OPERATE YOUR HOOD WITHOUT ALL 3 FILTERS IN PLACE continued next page quowade day qng 14871 a1njeay JSNLEYXH IL THE EXHAUST FEATURE continued To Remove Charcoal Filter To remove the charcoal filter disconnect power at main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull plug Remove the top grille by taking off 2 screws which hold it in place Grasp filter and slide toward front of oven It will slide right out To Install Charcoal Filter To install a new filter remove plastic and other outer wrapping from the n
53. the AUTO START pad The time of day may be displayed by touching the CLOCK pad Add 30 Seconds The Add 30 Seconds feature provides a ABD 3D convenient way to extend cooking time by SEC 30 seconds while the oven timer is counting down It will add 30 seconds to the time shown each time the pad is touched This pad may also be used as an express cook for 30 seconds of cooking No need to touch START the oven will start immediately The Beeper Feature The Beeper Feature lets you change the sound level of the oven beeper To set the beeper sound level Step 1 Touch the SOUND SOUND LEVEL pad LEVEL CODES 0 1 2 3 Step 2 Touch O for No Sound 1 for Soft 2 for Normal or 3 for Loud When you touch each number pad the oven will beep at the volume that you have selected Step 3 When you have selected your desired sound level touch the START pad 3 swWLy Aq SUr The Popcorn feature is designed to be used only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3 0 to 3 5 ounces Step 1 Remove the outer wrapper from the microwave popcorn POPCORN NOTE Do NOT use the metal shelf with the Popcorn program Step 2 Open oven door and place package of popcorn in the center of the oven floor as directed by the package instructions Close oven door Step 3 Touch POPCORN pad POPCORN No need to touch START the oven will start immediately How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or Long
54. the inside of the oven Thermometer Do not use a thermometer in food you are microwaving unless the thermometer is designed or recommended for use in the microwave oven Remove the temperature probe from the oven when not using it to cook with If you leave the probe inside the oven without inserting it in food or liquid and turn on microwave energy it can create electrical arcing in the oven and damage oven walls 4 Plastic cookware Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful but should be used carefully Even microwave safe plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of overcooking In longer exposures to overcooking the food and cookware could ignite For these reasons 1 Use microwave safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer s recommendations 2 Do not subject empty cookware to microwaving 3 Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision When cooking pork follow the directions exactly and always cook the meat to an internal temperature of at least 170 F This assures that in the remote possibility that trichina maybe present in the meat it will be killed and meat will be safe to eat Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst possibly resulting in in
55. ther small appliances and does not indicate a problem with your oven PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY a 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 b Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces c Do Not crate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the 1 door bent 2 hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 door seals and sealing surfaces d The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read All Instructions Before Using Your Appliance When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed including the following A WARNIN G to reduce the risk of burns electric shock fire injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy Read and follow the specific Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy on the previous page e This appliance must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded outlet See Grounding Instructions section in the back of this book Use this appliance onl
56. tial covering allows excess steam to escape Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper serves the same purpose when microwaving Venting After covering a dish with plastic wrap you vent the plastic wrap by turning back 1 comer sO excess steam can escape Arranging Food in Oven When baking in regular ovens you position foods such as cake layers or potatoes so hot air can flow around them When microwaving you arrange foods in a ring so that all sides are exposed to microwave energy Basic Microwave Guidelines Density of Food In both regular baking and microwave cooking dense foods such as potatoes take longer to cook than light porous foods such as rolls bread or pieces of cake Round Shapes Since microwaves penetrate foods to about 1 inch from top bottom and sides round shapes and rings cook more evenly Comers receive more energy and may overcook This may also happen when cooking in a regular oven Delicacy Foods with a delicate texture such as custards are best cooked at lower power settings to avoid toughening Natural Moisture of food affects how it cooks Very moist foods cook evenly because microwave energy is attracted to water molecules Food that is uneven in moisture should be covered or allowed to stand so it heats evenly 24 Stirring In range top cooking you stir foods up from the bottom to heat them evenly When microwaving you stir cooked portions from the outside to the center
57. tomatic Power Level 10 is recommended for this cup of coffee there is no need to change the power level If Power Level 10 is not appropriate see How to Change Power Level below Step 4 Touch the START pad START Step 5 When time is up the oven signals and flashes End The oven light and fan shut off Step 6 Open the door If you interrupt Time Cook to check the food simply close the door and press START to resume cooking If there is not time remaining on the timer you must reset the timer to resume cooking How to Change Power Level 1 Press TIME COOK I amp II 2 Select cooking time 3 Press POWER LEVEL 4 Select power 5 Press START How to Change Power Level 1 Press TIME COOK I amp II 2 Select cooking time 3 Press POWER LEVEL 4 Select power 5 Press START Step 7 At the end of COOK TIME I the second power level is displayed and COOK TIME II is shown counting down Step 8 When time is up the oven signals and flashes End The oven light and fan shut off Step 9 Open the door If you interrupt Time Cook to check the food simply close the door and press START to resume cooking If there is not time remaining on the timer you must reset the timer to resume cooking The Express Cook Feature The Express Cook feature is a short cut method to set time for 1 5 minutes To Express Cook your food or beverage Express Cook 1 5 Minutos Touch a
58. ts Step 4 Touch START pad Display shows defrost time counting down he first and second signal Then close the door and touch START Defrosting continues during TURn display When defrosting time is completed End flashes and oven beeps 4 times End remains on display and oven beeps every minute until door is opened or CLEAR OFF pad is touched Conversion Guide If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces the ounces must be converted to tenths 1 of a pound Ounces AUTO DEFROST GUIDE 1 Unwrap item being defrosted 2 Place roasts and whole poultry on trivet in microwave safe dish Check the food for warm spots halfway through defrosting and shield these areas with small pieces of foil RECOMMENDED MIN MAX FOODS WEIGHT INSTRUCTIONS STAND TIME gt Meat S Chops 0 1 6 0 lbs Separate turn over and shield where necessary 5 minutes Frankfurters Sausage 0 1 6 0 Ibs Separate and remove defrosted pieces 2 minutes T Ground Meat 0 1 6 0 lbs Turn over remove defrosted areas and 5 minutes z break apart x Beef Patties 0 1 6 0 Ibs Turn over and separate patties Remove 5 minutes defrosted pieces Roast 0 1 6 0 lbs Turnover and shield 30 90 minutes Ribs 0 1 6 0 Ibs Separate turn over and remove defrosted 5 minutes pieces Shield if necessary Steak 0 1 6 0 Ibs Turn over and shield 5 minutes Stew 0 1 6 0 lbs Separate and rem
59. uch as frequent stirring rotating or turning over Most of your cooking will be done on HIGH Power Level 10 A lower setting will cook more evenly and with less attention given to stirring or rotating the food Some foods may have better flavor texture or appearance if one of the lower settings is used You may wish to use a lower power level when cooking foods that have a tendency to boil over such as scalloped potatoes Rest periods when the microwave energy cycles off give time for the food to equalize or transfer heat to the inside of the food An example of this is shown with Power Level 3 the defrost cycle If microwave energy did not cycle off the outside of the food would cook before the inside was defrosted Here are some examples of uses for various power levels POWER LEVEL BEST USES High 10 Fish bacon vegetables boiling liquids Medium 7 Gentle cooking of meat and poultry baking casseroles and reheating Medium 5 Slow cooking and tenderizing such as stews and less tender cuts of meat Low 3 Defrosting without cooking simmering delicate sauces warm Keeping food warm without overcooking softening butter AUTOMATIC FAN FEATURE This microwave oven has an automatic fan feature to protect it from too much heat rising from the cooktop or range beneath it It automatically turns on at a low speed if it senses too much heat If you have turned the fan on you may find that you c
60. y 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 or cook food and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use e This over the range oven was designed for use over ranges no wider than 42 inches It maybe installed over both gas and electric cooking equipment For best operation plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent ticketing of tights blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit broker Do not mount this appliance over a sink Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions e Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance 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 e This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven ace when the oven is in operation Do not immerse power cord or plug in water Keep power cord away from heated surfaces Do not let power cord hangover edge of table or counter e 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 See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and Cleaning section s of your book This appliance shou

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