Garmin 535 GPS Receiver User Manual
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1. against the microwave Use only mild non abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth Rinse well 23 Problem Oven Will Not Come On Foods Are Either Overcooked or Undercooked Control Panel Lighted Yet Oven Will Not Start 24 If Something Goes Wrong Possible Causes A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Power surge Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet Door not securely closed Cooking times may vary because of starting food temperature food density or amount of foods in oven Food was not rearranged or stirred Door not securely closed START pad not pressed after entering cooking selection Another selection entered already in oven and CLEAR OFF pad not pressed to cancel it Cooking time not entered after pressing POWER LEVEL TIME COOK CLEAR OFF was pressed accidentally Before You Call for Service What to Do e Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker e Unplug the microwave oven then plug it back in e Make sure the 3 prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet e Open the door and close securely e Set additional cooking time for completion e Some dishes require specific instructions Check Cooking Guide or recipe for instructions e Open the door and close securely e Press START e Press CLEAR OFF e Make sure you hav2. Broccoli chopped spears Cabbage Wedges Sliced Carrots Cauliflower Flowerets Corn on the Cob Shelled Peas Potatoes cubed white whole sweet or white Spinach Squash summer and yellow winter acorn butternut 16 Amount 1 lb cut in half 1 bunch 1 bunch 1 1 4 to 1 1 2 lbs 1 bunch 1 1 4 to 1 1 2 lbs 1 lb 1 medium head l to 5 ears 2 Ibs unshelled 4 potatoes 6 to 8 oz each 1 6 to 8 oz 10 to 16 oz 1 lb sliced 1 to 2 squash about 1 lb each Time 15 to 20 min 25 to 30 min 10 to 12 min 12 to 15 min 10 to 12 min 12 to 16 min 5 to 6 min per ear 12 to 14 min 14 to 16 min 4 to 6 min 7 to 10 min 6 to 8 min 10 to 13 min Comments In 1 1 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 1 1 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt casserole place corn If corn is in husk use no water if corn has been husked add 1 4 cup water Rearrange after half of time In l qt casserole place 1 4 cup water Peel and cut into l inch cubes Place in 2 qt casserole with 1 2 cup water Stir after half of time Pierce with cooking fork Place in center of the oven Let stand 5 minutes
3. Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded Follow these guidelines 1 Use microwave safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer s recommendations 2 Do not microwave empty containers 3 Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision wall outlet it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord H Important Safety Information Grounding Instructions Use of Adapter Plugs of Adapter Plugs oo a Usage situations where appliance s You should have the circuit checked by Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada Align large prongs slots ce Ensure proper ground and firm connection before use TEMPORARY METHOD Use of Extension Cords 10 p
4. by model 5 Door Open Bar Press to open door Door must be securely latched for oven to operate 6 Removable Turntable Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven The turntable may be removed for cleaning NOTE Rating plate oven vent s and the oven interior light on some models are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven 11 Quick Start Features and appearance vary by model The F controls ly 2 on your 2 w microwave gt s E oven BEA 2 Ss n 0 g 8 A A tines Allows you to cook by time for up to 15 minutes 12 T GUIDES IN BOOK Cooking Defrosting Heating and Reheating POWER LEVEL TIME COOK DEFROST A A Time Features Allows you to cook by time Press Enter POWER LEVEL TIME COOK Amount of press one to ten times cooking time to choose power level DEFROST Amount of defrosting time 13 Operating Instructions Changing Power Levels Power Levels Rest periods when the microwave POWER LEVEL TIME COOK 14 CIVIC OWI MIC START Bele How to Change the Power Level The power level may be changed before setting the cooking time 1 Press POWER LEVEL TIME COOK one to ten times to choose a power level other than Hi 2 Enter cooking time 3 Press START Variable power levels add flexibility to your microwave cooking The power levels on your microwave oven can be compared to the sur
5. of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation openings on the appliance Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance beneath this microwave 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 Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this guide 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 Do not store this appliance outdoors Do not use this product near water for example in a wet basement neara swimming pool or near a sink Keep power cord away from heated surfaces Do not immerse power cord or plug in water Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter Be e To reduce the risk of fire in the e See door surface cleaning oven Cavity instructions in the Care and Do not overcook food Carefully Cleaning section s of this guide attend appliance if paper plastic This appliance should be or other combustible materials serviced only by qualified service are placed inside the oven while personnel Contact nearest cooking authorized service facility for Remove wire twist ties and metal examination repair or handles from paper or plastic adjustment containers before placing them e As with any appliance close in t
6. sent directly procedures to be performed by any to their home The GE parts system user Other servicing generally provides access to over 47 000 should be referred to qualified parts and all GE Genuine Renewal service personnel Caution must be Parts are fully warranted VISA exercised since improper servicing MasterCard and Discover cards may cause unsafe operation are accepted Further Service Service We re proud of our service and Next if you are still not pleased want you to be pleased Iffor some write all the details including reason you are not happy with the your phone number to service you receive here are steps Manager Consumer Relations to follow for further help GE Appliances Appliance Park First contact the people who Louisville KY 40225 serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem 27 MICROWAVE OVEN WARRANTY What is Covered What is Not Covered Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase we will provide free of charge parts and service labor to repair or replace any part of the microwave oven that fails because of a manufacturing defect LIMITED ADDITIONAL FOUR YEAR WARRANTY For the second through the fifth year from the date of original purchase we will provide
7. time When finished separate pieces and microwave 2 to 4 minutes more if necessary Let stand to finish defrosting Place wrapped chicken in dish After half the time unwrap and turn chicken over Shield warm areas with foil Finish defrosting If necessary run cold water in the cavity until giblets can be removed Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast side up Turn over after half the time Run cool water in the cavity until giblets can be removed Place unwrapped breast in dish breast side down After half the time turn over and shield warm areas with foil Finish defrosting Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting He I ating or Reheating Guide 1 Directions below are for heating or reheating Adjust temperatures to suit your personal taste already cooked foods stored in refrigerator or at Let foods stand a few minutes before serving room temperature Use microwave safe cookware 4 Be sure foods are heated throughout before 2 Cover most foods for fastest most even heating serving Steaming or bubbling around edges of Exceptions are some sandwiches griddle foods dish does not necessarily mean food is heated and baked items throughout 3 Bubbling around edges of dish is normal since 3 3 the center is the last to heat Foods heated to Ifyou use a meat thermometer while cooking 160 F to 165 F will provide safe palatable make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens results NOTE Use Pow
8. your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Ifyou have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical exhausting and other connecting facilities Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers e Failure of the product if it is misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially e 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 JE510 JE520 Part No 164D3333P003 Pub No 49 8739 99 CG Printed in Malaysia
9. 3 600 Watts Models JE510 JE520 Sub Compact Microwave Oven Owner s Manual Important Safety Information Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 0 2 Special Notes About Microwaving 2 000 6 Operating Instructions Features of Your MICrOWAVE 1ssccsssssseseesereee 11 The Controls on Your Microwave 0 000000 12 Time COOKING 2 ssssssssssssessessssesssnssssrssnssvenssnsssesees 15 Other FOatures esccssscesneh Rn ung 20 Helpful Information Care and CICAMiN G sscsccssscsssrsssnssnssnenssnesnenieees 22 If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service cccscsssesessssssesesessere 24 GE Service NuMBELS cccccccccscesesessssesesessesesesessers 26 Warranty crsssssscess feces Back Cover GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 GE Appliances For Your Safety Important Safety Information Read all safety information before using A PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life 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 fro
10. Defrosting Guide Food Breads Cakes Bread buns or rolls 1 piece Sweet Rolls approx 12 oz Fish and Seafood Fillets frozen 1 Ib Shellfish small pieces 1 1b Fruit Plastic pouch 1 to 2 10 0z package Meat Bacon 1 Ib Franks 1 1b Ground meat 1 Ib Roast beef lamb veal pork Steaks chops and cutlets Poultry Chicken broiler fryer cut up 2 1 2 to 3 Ibs Chicken whole 2 1 2 to 3 lbs Cornish hen Turkey breast 4 to 5 lbs 18 Time 1 1 2 min 5 to 7 min 10 to 13 min 7 to 9 min 5 to 8 min 5 to 7 min 5 to 7 min 7 to 9 min 13 to 17 min per lb 7 to 11 min per lb 20 to 24 min 26 to 30 min 11 to 17 min per lb 7 to 11 min per lb Comments Rearrange after half the time Place block in casserole Turn over and break up after half the time Place unopened package in oven Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting Place unopened package in oven Microwave just until franks can be separated Let stand 5 minutes if necessary to complete defrosting Turn meat over after half the time Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish Turn over after half the time and shield warm areas with foil Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish Turn over after half the time and shield warm areas with foil When finished separate pieces and let stand to complete defrosting Place wrapped chicken in dish Unwrap and turn over after half the
11. In 2 qt casserole place washed spinach In 1 1 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes In 2 qt casserole place squash cut side down Turn cut side up after 4 minutes Ti me Features Defrost Allows you to defrost for the length Defrosting Tips DEFROST BEL HHHH lelei START 1 Press DEFROST 2 Enter defrosting time 3 Press START of time you select See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting This sound is normal when the oven is not operating at Hi power 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 Plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered e Family size prepackaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and microwaved If the food is ina foil container transfer it toa microwave safe dish e 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 defrosting Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria e Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking e When defrosted food should be cool but softened in all areas If still slightly icy return to the microwave very briefly or let it stand a few minutes 17 Operating Instructions
12. a proper ground has again been established Usage situations where appliances power cord will be disconnected frequently Do not use an adapter plug in these situations because frequent disconnection of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal You should have the two prong wall receptacle replaced with a three prong grounding receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance 2 The extension cord must be a grounding type 3 wire cord and it must be plugged into a 3 slot outlet 3 The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally If you use an extension cord the interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is on Cooking times may be longer too Operating Instructions Features of Your Microwave Wattage 600 Watts Optional Accessory Available at extra cost from your GE supplier 4 A019 3 Hanging Kit allows this oven to be mounted under a cabinet 1 Door Latches 2 Window with Metal Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven 3 Waveguide Cover on some models Protects the microwave energy distributing system Do not remove this cover You will damage the oven 4 Control Panel Display panel layout will vary
13. burst possibly resulting in injury Operating the microwave with no food inside for more thana minute or two may cause damage to the oven and could start a fire It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the oven skin such as potatoes hot dogs sausages tomatoes apples chicken livers and other giblets and egg yolks should be pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking e 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 BT SAFETY FACT SUPERHEATED WATER Microwaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they reach the boiling point They can actually get superheated and not bubble at all Superheated liquid will bubble up out of the cup when it is moved or when something like a spoon or tea bag is put into it To prevent this from happening and causing injury do not heat any liquid for more than 2 minutes per cup After heating let the cup stand in the microwave for 30 seconds before moving it or putting anything into it e Spontaneous boiling Under certain special circumstances liquids may start to boil during or shortly after removal from the microwave oven To prevent burns fro
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15. de An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh How to Clean i Walls Floor Inside Window Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a the Inside paper towel others may require a damp cloth Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth then rinse with a damp cloth Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave Removable Turntable and Turntable Support To prevent breakage do not place the turntable into water just after cooking Wash it carefully eS gt in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher The turntable and support can be broken if dropped Remember do not operate the oven without the turntable and support in place 22 How to Clean the Outside Case Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth Rinse and then dry Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave Control Panel and Door Wipe witha oven Ammonia or alcohol damp cloth Dry thoroughly Do can damage the appearance not use cleaning sprays large of the microwave amounts of soap and water abrasives or sharp objects on the panel they can damage it Some paper towels can also scratch the control panel Door Surface It s important to keep the area clean where the door seals
16. e entered cooking time after pressing POWER LEVEL TIME COOK e Reset cooking program and press START All These Things are Normal with Your Microwave Oven 2 e Steam or vapor escaping from e Some TV radio interference might around the door be noticed while using your e Light reflection around door or meowaye oven It s similar to the interference caused by other small outer case a appliances and does not indicate a e Dimming oven light and change in problem with your microwave If blower sound may occur while you notice this interference check operating at power levels other that the microwave oven is ona than high different electrical circuit relocate e Dull thumping sound while ovenis the radio or TV as far away from operating the microwave as possible or check the position and signal of the receiving antenna 25 GE Service Numbers Well be there GE Answer Center Whatever your question aboutany And you can call any time GE 800 626 2000 GE major appliance GE AENG Answer Center service is open Center information service is 24 hours a day 7 days a week available to help Your call and your question will be answered promptly and courteously In Home Repair Service A GE consumer service professional Our factory trained technicians 800 GE CARES will provide expert repair service know your appliance inside and 800 432 2737 scheduled at a time that s out so most repairs
17. er Level Hi unless otherwise noted Food Amount Power Level _ Time Bakery Foods Cake coffee cake doughnuts 1 piece Low 30 1 2 to 2 min sweet rolls nut or fruit bread 9 inch cake or Low 30 3 to 5 min 12 rolls or doughnuts Dinner rolls muffins 1 Medium 50 1 2 to 1 min 6to8 Medium 50 1 1 2 to 2 1 2 min Pie 1 slice 1 to 1 1 2 min 9 inch pie Med High 70 6 to 8 min Beverages Cocoa other milk based 1 to 2 cups Med High 70 4 to 7 min drinks 6 oz cup Coffee other water based 1 to 2 cups 2 to 4 min drinks 6 oz cup Meats and Main Dishes Chicken pieces hamburger 1 to 2 pieces 3 to 5 min meat pieces Hot dogs and sausages lto2 1 to 2 min Rice and pasta 2 3 3 4 cup l to 2 servings 1 1 2 to 4 min per serving Saucy main dishes chop suey 1 to 2 servings 4 to 6 min spaghetti creamed chicken chili stew macaroni and cheese etc 3 4 1 cup per serving Plate of Leftovers 1 plate 4 to 6 min Sandwiches 1 to 2 servings Med High 70 2 to 4 min Soups 6 oz serving 1 to 2 servings Med High 70 2 to 4 min Vegetables 1 to 2 servings Lod 2 to 3 min 19 Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven the oven will beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR OFF Clock Press to enter the time of day or to 1 Press CLOCK check the time of day while 2 Ent
18. er time of day microwaving 3 Press CLOCK BEL HHHH Eel 20 Helpful Information Microwave Terms Microwave Terms Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by e metal or foil touching the side of the oven e foil that is not molded to food upturned edges act like antennas e metal such as twist ties poultry pins gold rimmed dishes e 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 21 i Helpful Information Care and Cleaning Helpful Hins Opening the oven door a few UNPLUG THE CORD BEFORE minutes after cooking helps air out CLEANING ANY PART OF THIS OVEN the insi
19. face units on a range Hi 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 70 is microwave energy 70 of the time Power Level 30 is energy 30 of the time Power Level Hi will cook faster but food may need additional attention such as frequent stirring rotating or turning over Most of your cooking will be done on Hi 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 energy cycles off give time for the food to equalize or transfer heat to the inside of the food An example of this is shown with Power Level 30 the defrost cycle If microwave energy did not cycle off the outside of the food would cook before the inside was defrosted Here are some examples of uses for various power levels Power Level Best Uses Hi Fish bacon vegetables boiling liquids Med High Gentle cooking of 70 meat and poultry baking casseroles and reheating Medium 50 Slow cooking and tenderizing such as stews and less tender cuts of meat Low 30 Defrosting without cooking simmering delicate sauces Warm10 Keeping food warm without overcooking so
20. free of charge a replacement magnetron tubeif the magnetron tube fails because of a manufacturing defect You pay for the service trip to your home and service labor charges For each of the above warranties To avoid any trip charges you must take the microwave oven to a General Electric Factory Service Center or a General Electric Customer Care servicer and pick it up following service e Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Owner s Manual 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 e Improper installation In home service is also available but you must pay for the service technician s travel costs to your home ORS FAS FAS 2g 24g KE E E E K K KE E K K K K IS K K K K KK K K K K K K K K KKK K 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 costs 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
21. ftening butter Time Features vary by model g Timer Cooking on some models Turn the dial for up to 15 minutes of cooking time Time Cook on some models POWER LEVEL TIME COOK HHH lele Ele START 1 Press POWER LEVEL TIME COOK one to ten times to choose a power level other than Hi 2 Enter cooking time 3 Press START Allows you to microwave for up to 15 minutes You may open the door during Timer cooking to check the food Close the door and cooking resumes automatically Allows you to microwave for up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds Power Level Hi is automatically set but you may change it for more flexibility You may open the door during Time Cook to check the food Close the door and press START to resume cooking Popcorn Tip For best results when cooking microwave popcorn turn under the ends of the popcorn bag This allows the bag to rotate properly in the oven Popcorn Tip For best results when cooking microwave popcorn turn under the ends of the popcorn bag This allows the bag to rotate properly in the oven 15 Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Timer Cooking and Time Cook Fresh Vegetables For frozen vegetables follow the instructions on the package Place a 10 oz package in a 1 qt casserole and add 2 4 tablespoons of water Turn the dish after half of time NOTE Use Power Level Hi unless otherwise noted Vegetable Green Beans Whole Beets
22. he oven supervision is necessary when Do not use the oven for storage used by children purposes Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use If materials inside oven should ignite keep the oven door closed turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel If the door is opened the fire may spread SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS H Important Safety Information Special Notes About Microwaving Arcing OO Arcing is the microwave term for e Metal such as twist ties poultry If you see arcing press the CLEAR OFF pad and correct the problem s e Foil not molded to food upturned sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by Metal or foil touching the side of the oven edges act like antennas pins or gold rimmed dishes in the microwave e Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave Foods o O e Do not pop popcorn in your e Foods with unbroken outer microwave oven unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens 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 boil eggs in a microwave oven Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to
23. m splashing liquid we recommend the following before removing the container from the oven allow the container to stand in the oven for 30 to 40 seconds after the oven has shut off Do not boil liquids in narrow necked containers such as soft drink bottles wine flasks and especially narrow necked coffee cups Even if the container is opened excessive steam can build up and cause it to burst or overflow 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 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 e Do not overcook potatoes They could dehydrate and catch fire causing damage to your oven e 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 may be present in the meat it will be killed and meat will be safe to eat H Important Safety Information Special Notes About Microwaving Microwave Safe Make sure all cookware used in your Not all plastic wrap is suitable for Cookware microwave oven is suitable for use in microwave ovens Check the microwa
24. nt face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces 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 1 door bent 2 hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 door seals and sealing surfaces The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel Before Using your microwave oven Need Help Help us help you 500 626 2000 Welcome to the GE family We re proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service You ll see it in this easy to use manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department Staple your receipt to the inside back cover of this manual Before you call for service there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better Read this manual It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your microwave properly If you received a damaged oven Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the oven Best of all you ll experience these values each time you use your microwave That s important because your new microwave will be part of your family for a long time Write down the model and serial numbers here They are on a label inside the oven Model number Serial number Date of purchase Save time and money Check the section
25. ower cord will be disconnected infrequently Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug However if you still elect to use an adapter where local codes permit a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two prong wall receptacle by the use of a UL listed adapter which is available at most local hardware stores The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord CAUTION Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal and not insulated and the wall receptacle is grounded through the house wiring A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them If an extension cord is used 1 The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter always hold the adapter with one hand If this is not done the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use Should this happen DO NOT USE the appliance until
26. pe e 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 plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered because they form a tight seal When cooking with containers tightly covered with plastic wrap remove covering carefully and direct steam away from hands and face Use foil only as directed in this guide TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than 3 4 high remove the top foil cover and return the tray to the box When using foil in the microwave oven keep the foil at least 1 inch away from the sides of the oven BT e 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 Grounding Instructions Grounding Instructions Instructions This appliance must be grounded If the outlet is a standard 2 prong PREFERRED METHOD Ensure proper ground exists before use A WARNING
27. titled If Something Goes Wrong before calling This section was designed to solve common problems you might encounter 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 of this book Or call the GE Answer Center at 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week mn Warning This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use Important Safety Information Read all safety information before using To reduce the risk of fire electric shock injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following sections Safety Precautions Precautions e Read and follow the specific Do not cover or block any Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy This appliance must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded outlet See Grounding Instructions section Do not mount this appliance over a sink Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions Be certain to place the front surface of the door three inches or more back from the countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping of the appliance in normal usage Do not mount the microwave oven over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance Do not store anything directly on top
28. ving Most glass casseroles package for proper use If you use a meat thermometer while cooking make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens cooking dishes measuring cups e Paper towels waxed paper and custard cups pottery or china plastic wrap can be used to cover dinnerware which does not have dishes in order to retain moisture Microwave Safe Dish metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used Some cookware is labeled suitable for microwaving e If you are not sure if a dish is microwave safe use this test Place in the oven both the dish you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled with 1 cup of water set the measuring cup either in or next to the dish Microwave 1 minute at high If the dish heats it should not be used for microwaving If the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup heats then the dish is microwave safe 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 e Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers and prevent spattering Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can esca
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