GE Microwave Oven JES1143 User Manual

UseandCare& Cooking Guide  
Turntable Microwave Oven  
Problem Solver...............................24  
More questions ?…call  
GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000  
Safety Instructions....................3–5  
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure  
to Excessive Microwave Energy............2  
Care and Cleaning............................22  
Control Panel ................................................22  
Turntable........................................................22  
Operating Instructions, Tips  
Add 30 Seconds ..........................................16  
Aluminum Foil ..................................4, 11, 20  
Auto Defrost ..........................................10, 11  
Clock ..................................................................9  
Control Panel...............................................8, 9  
Cook.........................................................15, 16  
Cooking Complete Reminder......................7  
Cooking Guide ..............................................21  
Defrosting Guide..........................................20  
Delay Start.....................................................17  
Delayed Cooking..........................................17  
Features ............................................................7  
Glossary of Microwave Terms..................18  
Heating or Reheating Guide......................19  
Hold Time.......................................................17  
Instant Cook..................................................16  
Microwaving Tips...........................................6  
Kitchen Timer................................................17  
Popcorn..........................................................15  
Power Levels .............................6, 12, 13, 17  
Program Cooking............................................7  
Reheat.............................................................14  
Time Cook......................................................13  
Time Defrost..................................................12  
Turntable .................................................3, 4, 7  
Installation..........................................23  
Adapter Plugs ...............................................23  
Extension Cords ...........................................23  
Grounding Instructions...............................23  
Consumer Services...................27  
Appliance Registration..................................2  
Important Phone Numbers........................27  
Model and Serial Number Location...........2  
Warranty ........................................Back Cover  
Model: JES1143  
Microwave power output  
of this oven is 900 watts.  
(IEC-705 Test Procedure)  
GE Appliances  
 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Read all instructions before using this appliance.  
When using electrical appliances, basic safety  
precautions should be followed, including the  
following:  
• Do not store anything directly on top of the  
microwave oven surface when the microwave  
oven is in operation.  
• Do not let power cord hang over edge of table  
or counter.  
WARNING–To reduce the risk of  
burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons  
or exposure to excessive microwave energy:  
• 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.  
• Read and follow the specific ‘‘Precautions to  
Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave  
Energy’’ on the previous page.  
• Do not operate oven without the turntable  
and turntable support seated and in place.  
• This appliance must be grounded.  
Connect only to properly grounded outlet.  
See Grounding Instructions section in the  
back of this guide.  
• Do not allow turntable to be restricted so the  
turntable cannot rotate.  
• 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.  
• See door surface cleaning instructions  
in the Care and Cleaning section(s) of this guide.  
• This appliance should be serviced only by  
qualified service personnel. Contact nearest  
authorized service facility for examination,  
repair or adjustment.  
• For best operation, plug this appliance into its  
own electrical outlet, to prevent flickering of  
lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit  
breaker.  
• As with any appliance, close supervision is  
necessary when used by children.  
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:  
• Install or locate this appliance only in  
accordance with the provided Installation  
Instructions.  
—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.  
• 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 cover or block any openings on the  
appliance.  
—Do not use your microwave oven to dry  
newspapers.  
• 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.  
—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.  
• This microwave oven is not approved or tested  
for marine use.  
• Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.  
• Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.  
• Do not operate any heating or cooking  
appliance beneath this microwave oven.  
—Do not overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate  
• Do not mount the microwave oven over or near  
any portion of a heating cooking appliance.  
and catch fire, causing damage to your oven.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
(continued)  
—Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven  
• Sometimes, the turntable can become too hot  
to touch. Be careful touching the turntable during  
and after cooking.  
unless it is in a special microwave popcorn  
accessory or unless you use popcorn labeled for  
use in microwave ovens.  
• 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 the inside of the 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 two, 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.  
—Do not use the oven for storage purposes.  
Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or  
food in the oven when not in use.  
• Thermometer—Do not use a thermometer in  
food you are microwaving unless the thermometer  
is designed or recommended for use in the  
microwave oven.  
—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. If the door is  
opened, the fire may spread.  
• 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.  
• 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.  
• Avoid heating baby food in glass jars, even  
with the lid off. Make sure all infant food is  
thoroughly cooked. Stir food to distribute 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.  
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 may be  
present in the meat, it will be killed and meat  
will be safe to eat.  
• Do not 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.  
• Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven.  
Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will  
cause it to burst, possibly resulting in injury.  
• Use foil only as directed in this guide.  
TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less  
than 3/4high; remove the top foil cover and  
return the tray to the box. When using foil in the  
microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1 inch  
away from the sides of the oven.  
• 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.  
• Cookware may become hot  
because of heat transferred  
from the heated food.  
Pot holders may be needed to  
handle the cookware.  
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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.  
• Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in  
microwave ovens. Check the package for  
proper use.  
• ‘‘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.  
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.  
• 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.  
• 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,we  
recommend the following: before removing the  
container from the oven, allow it 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.  
SAVE THESE  
INSTRUCTIONS  
IF YOU NEED SERVICE…  
To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in  
the back of this guide.  
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the  
details—including your phone number—to:  
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 three steps to follow for  
further help.  
Manager, Consumer Relations  
GE Appliances  
Appliance Park  
Louisville, KY 40225  
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your  
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most  
cases, this will solve the problem.  
FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:  
Major Appliance Consumer Action Program  
20 North Wacker Drive  
Chicago, IL 60606  
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MICROWAVING TIPS  
• Make sure all cookware used in your microwave  
• 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.  
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.’’  
• 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 bursting.  
• If you are not  
sure if a dish is  
microwave-safe, use  
this test: Place in the  
oven both the dish you  
If you use a meat thermometer while cooking,  
make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.  
are testing and a glass  
measuring cup filled  
with one cup  
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.  
VARIABLE POWER LEVELS (1–10)  
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.  
How to Change Power Level  
The power level may be entered or changed  
immediately after entering the feature time for  
TIME COOK I & II, DEFROST or INSTANT  
COOK. The power level may also be changed  
during their time countdown.  
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.  
1. Press TIME COOK I & II or TIME DEFROST.  
1
2
3
2. Select cooking or defrosting time.  
3. Press POWER LEVEL.  
4. Select desired power level 1–10.  
5. Press START.  
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
4
5
6
9
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
7
8
0
Here are some examples of uses for various  
power levels:  
POWER  
LEVEL  
ADD  
30 SEC  
POWER LEVEL  
BEST USES  
Variable power levels add flexibility to your  
High 10  
Fish, bacon, vegetables,  
boiling liquids.  
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  
Med-High 7  
Medium 5  
Gentle cooking of meat and  
poultry; baking casseroles  
and reheating.  
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.  
Slow cooking and tenderizing  
such as stews and less tender  
cuts of meat.  
A high setting (10) will cook faster but may need  
additional attention such 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.  
Low 2 or 3  
Warm 1  
Defrosting without cooking;  
simmering; delicate sauces.  
Keeping food warm without  
overcooking; softening butter.  
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FEATURES OF YOUR OVEN  
3
2
1
CUSTOM FUNCTIONS  
TIME  
TIME COOK  
I & II  
AUTO  
DEFROST  
DEFROST  
POPCORN  
COOK  
REHEAT  
1
FUNCTION  
9
FUNCTION  
6
FUNCTION  
GUIDE BEHIND DOOR  
1
2 3  
START  
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
4
5
6
INSTAN  
T
COOK  
IN  
STANT COOK
DELAY  
START  
7
8
0
9
POWER  
LEVEL  
CLEAR  
OFF  
ADD  
30 SEC  
KITCHEN  
TIMER  
CLOCK  
7
4
5
6
1. Door Latches.  
5. Removable Turntable Support for Cleaning.  
Turntable support must be in place when using  
the oven.  
2. Door Screen. Metal screen permits viewing of  
foods and keeps microwaves confined inside oven.  
6. Removable Turntable for Cleaning. Turntable  
and support must be in place when using the oven.  
The turntable may be removed for cleaning.  
3. Touch Control Panel and Display. See Your  
Touch Control Panel section for instructions.  
4. Automatic Cooking Guide. Quick reference codes  
7. Door Latch Release. Press latch release button  
for many frequently prepared foods.  
to open door.  
NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are  
located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.  
Program Cooking  
Use your Touch Control Panel to Time Defrost or  
Time Cook I & II with choice of power levels from  
1 (lowest) to 10 (highest); to Reheat using a preset  
time and power level; to cook popcorn using a preset  
time and power level; to time kitchen tasks with the  
Kitchen Timer; and to set the clock.  
Create your own programs to suit your individual  
cooking style. For example: use the Kitchen Timer to  
delay the start of Time Cook I & II or program a hold  
time between Time Defrost and Time Cook I & II.  
Set Time Cook I & II for a two-stage program using  
different times and power levels.  
Cooking Complete Reminder  
When You Plug In the Oven  
(For Time Cook and Time Defrost cycles)  
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 the oven is ready for use.  
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 touch the CLEAR/OFF pad.  
This will happen any time there is a power outage.  
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1
CUSTOM FUNCTIONS  
2
3
TIME COOK  
TIME  
DEFROST  
AUTO  
DEFROST  
4
5
I & II  
POPCORN  
1 FUNCTION  
COOK  
REHEAT  
6
7
9 FUNCTION  
6 FUNCTION  
GUIDE BEHIND DOOR  
8
1
2
3
12  
START  
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
13  
14  
4
5
6
9
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
DELAY  
START  
7
8
0
9
CLEAR  
OFF  
POWER  
LEVEL  
ADD  
30 SEC  
15  
16  
KITCHEN  
TIMER  
10  
11  
CLOCK  
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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. DISPLAY. Displays time of day, cooking time,  
power level being used, cooking mode and  
instructions.  
Custom Functions  
2. AUTO DEFROST. Touch this pad and food  
weight, then START. The oven automatically  
sets power levels and defrosting time.  
5. REHEAT. Use Reheat for quick reheating of  
a variety of foods using different times and  
power levels.  
3. TIME DEFROST. Gentle thawing at automatic  
6. 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.  
Power Level 3 (Low).  
4. TIME COOK I & II. Microwave for a selected  
amount of time using automatic Power Level  
10 (High).  
7. 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.  
Convenience Features  
8. INSTANT COOK. Touch number pads 1 through  
5 for 1 to 5 minutes of cooking. No need to touch  
START, the oven will start immediately.  
10. 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.  
9. ADD 30 SECONDS. 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.  
11. 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 0 and “1:30” will appear in display.  
Then touch START or CLOCK pad. To reset or  
change time, simply repeat above process.  
Function Controls  
12. START. After all selections are made, touch this  
15. CLEAR/OFF. When touched, it shuts off the  
pad to start the oven.  
oven and erases all settings (except time of day).  
13. NUMBER PADS. Touch these pads to program  
16. POWER LEVEL. Touch this pad before entering  
another power level number if you want to change  
from automatic Power Level 10 (High) for  
the microwave.  
14. DELAY START. Allows you to program your  
oven to begin cooking at a preset time of day—  
up to a 12-hour delay.  
cooking or Power Level 3 (Low) for defrosting.  
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AUTO DEFROST  
Auto Defrost  
With the Auto Defrost feature, the oven  
automatically sets the defrosting times and  
power levels for you.  
Use the Auto Defrost Guide. Enter the food weight in  
pounds and tenths of a pound (see Conversion Guide  
below). Then touch START pad.  
The oven calculates defrosting time and changes power  
levels during defrosting to give even defrosting results.  
How to Set Auto Defrost  
Before you begin, check the guide located on the  
inside 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 4: Touch START pad. Display  
shows defrost time counting down.  
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 the first  
and second signal.  
Step 1: Remove food from package, place in oven on  
microwave-safe dish and close door.  
Step 2: Touch AUTO DEFROST pad.  
AUTO  
DEFROST  
Step 3: Enter weight. For example, touch number  
pads 1 and 2 for weight of 1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3  
ounces). See Conversion Guide below. After  
approximately 5 seconds “START” flashes.  
Then close the door and  
touch START pad.  
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.  
Stand Time  
Conversion Guide  
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.  
If the weight of food is stated in  
pounds and ounces, the ounces  
must be converted to tenths (.1)  
of a pound.  
Ounces  
1–2  
3
Pounds  
.1  
.2  
.3  
.4  
.5  
.6  
.7  
.8  
.9  
4–5  
6–7  
8
9–10  
11  
12–13  
14–15  
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AUTO DEFROST GUIDE  
RECOMMENDED  
FOODS  
MIN.–MAX.  
WEIGHT  
FIRST SIGNAL  
SECOND SIGNAL  
STAND TIME  
Meat  
Chops  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
Turn over.  
Separate.  
Turn over.  
Turn over.  
Separate and shield  
where necessary.  
5 minutes  
2 minutes  
5 minutes  
Frankfurters, Sausage  
Ground Meat  
Remove defrosted  
pieces.  
Remove defrosted areas  
and break apart.  
Beef Patties  
Roast  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
Separate patties.  
5 minutes  
Turn over and  
shield.  
Shield if necessary.  
30 minutes  
Ribs  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
Turn over.  
Remove defrosted  
pieces. Shield if  
necessary.  
10 minutes  
Steak  
Stew  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
Turn over.  
5 minutes  
5 minutes  
Turn over and  
separate.  
Separate and remove  
defrosted pieces.  
Poultry  
Whole Chicken  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
Turn over and  
shield.  
Turn over and shield.  
10 minutes;  
run cold water  
in cavity.  
Turkey Breast  
(breast side up)  
Turn over.  
Shield where  
necessary.  
20 minutes;  
run cold water  
in cavity.  
Chicken Pieces  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
Turn over.  
Separate and remove  
defrosted pieces.  
5 minutes  
Cornish Hens (whole)  
Remove wrapper  
and turn over.  
10 minutes;  
run cold water  
in cavity.  
Cornish Hens (split)  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
Turn over.  
5 minutes  
Seafood  
Fish Fillets  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
0.1 - 6.0 lbs.  
Turn over.  
Separate.  
Separate and remove  
defrosted pieces.  
5 minutes  
5 minutes  
Shrimp, Scallops  
Whole Fish  
Separate and remove  
defrosted pieces.  
Turn over and  
shield tail and  
head.  
Hold under  
cold running  
water.  
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.  
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TIME DEFROST  
Time Defrost (Power Level 3)  
Time Defrost is designed for speedy thawing of  
frozen food and is one of the great advantages of a  
microwave oven.  
To become better acquainted with the defrost  
function, defrost a 10 oz. package of frozen  
strawberries by following the steps below.  
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.  
Step 1: Place a package of frozen strawberries in  
the oven and close door. Be sure package contains  
no metal.  
Step 2: Touch TIME DEFROST.  
TIME  
DEFROST  
• Power Level 3 is automatically set when you  
press TIME DEFROST pad, but you may change  
this for more flexibility.  
Step 3: Select one half of the total defrosting time  
recommended. For example, touch pads 4, 0 and 0  
for 4 minutes.  
• See the Defrosting Guide for defrosting help.  
Step 4: Touch START. When the  
How to Change Power Level  
cycle is completed, the oven signals  
START  
and flashes “End,” then automatically  
shuts off.  
1. Press TIME DEFROST.  
1
2
3
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
2. Select defrosting time.  
3. Press POWER LEVEL.  
4. Select desired power level 1–10.  
5. Press START.  
4
5
Step 5: Turn the package over, close the door and  
repeat Steps 2 and 3 to set remaining half of  
defrosting time. Touch START.  
6
9
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
7
8
0
POWER  
LEVEL  
ADD  
30 SEC  
Step 6: When the oven signals and flashes “End,”  
open the door, remove the package and separate  
strawberries to finish defrosting.  
Defrosting Tips  
• 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.  
• For even defrosting, some  
foods need to be broken  
up or separated part of  
the way through the  
defrosting time.  
• 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.  
• Check the Defrosting Guide for other defrosting tips.  
• Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners can be  
defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a foil  
container, transfer it to a microwave-safe dish.  
Questions and Answers  
Q. When I press START, I hear a dull thumping  
noise. What is it?  
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.  
A. This sound is normal. It is letting you know the  
magnetron is in operation.  
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TIME COOK  
Time Cook I  
Time Cook allows you to microwave for a preset  
amount of time.  
Step 4: Touch START.  
START  
Power Level 10 (High) is recommended for most  
cooking, but you may change this for more flexibility.  
See the Cooking Guide.  
Step 5: When time is up, the oven signals and flashes  
‘‘End.” The oven, light and fan shut off.  
To become better acquainted with time cooking, make  
a cup of coffee by following the steps below.  
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 no time remaining on the timer you must  
reset the timer to resume cooking.  
Step 1: Fill a cup  
2/3 full of water,  
add 1 teaspoon of  
instant coffee and  
stir to dissolve. Use  
a cup that has no  
metal decoration  
How to Change Power Level When Setting  
Time Cook I  
and is microwave-  
safe (refer to  
Microwaving Tips section).  
Place cup in oven and close door.  
The power level may be entered or changed  
immediately after entering the feature time for  
TIME COOK I & II, DEFROST or INSTANT  
COOK. The power level may also be changed  
during their time countdown.  
Step 2: Touch TIME COOK I & II.  
TIME COOK  
I & II  
1. Press TIME COOK I & II.  
1
2
3
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
2. Select cooking time.  
3. Press POWER LEVEL.  
4. Select desired power level 1–10.  
5. Press START.  
Step 3: Select your time. Touch pads 1, 0 and 0 for  
1 minute.  
4
5
6
9
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
7
8
0
Because automatic 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’’ at right.)  
POWER  
LEVEL  
ADD  
30 SEC  
Using the Time Cook II Feature  
The Time Cook II feature lets you set 2 time cooking  
functions within one program. This is ideal if you  
want to change power levels during your cooking  
operations. Here’s how to do it.  
Step 8: Press START.  
START  
The microwave oven will start and the time set for  
“COOK TIME I” will count down. Also, “POWER  
10” or the power level selected for “COOK TIME I”  
will be displayed.  
Step 1: Place the food in the oven in a microwave-  
safe container and close the door.  
Step 2: Touch TIME COOK I & II.  
TIME COOK  
I & II  
At the end of “COOK TIME I,” the second power  
level is displayed and the time for “COOK TIME II”  
is shown counting down.  
Step 3: Select your first cook time. For example,  
touch 2, 1 and 5 for 2 minutes and 15 seconds.  
When time is up, the oven signals and flashes “End.”  
The oven, light and fan shut off. Open the door.  
Step 4: Now is the time to change the power level  
if you don’t want full power for TIME COOK I.  
(Press POWER LEVEL. Select desired power  
level 1–10.)  
If you interrupt Time Cook to check the food, simply  
close the door and press START to resume cooking.  
If there is no time remaining on the timer you must  
reset the timer to resume cooking.  
Step 5: Touch TIME COOK I & II again.  
Step 6: Set your second cook time.  
Step 7: Change the power level for TIME COOK II.  
(Press POWER LEVEL. Select desired power  
level 1–10.)  
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REHEAT  
The Reheat feature is a short-term program to automatically reheat a  
previously cooked food. The oven turns off automatically after a preset  
amount of time.  
Touch just three pads to use Reheat codes 1 to 6 to reheat many popular  
foods. See the Reheat Guide below.  
Reheat  
To Reheat More Than One Serving  
The Reheat program makes it a snap to reheat many  
popular foods. Choose a code number from 1 to 6  
(see Reheat Guide below).  
Reheat codes 1 through 5 let you heat up to three  
servings. To add more than one serving, just touch  
number pad 2 or 3 right before touching START.  
Step 1: Touch REHEAT pad.  
The serving size may even be changed or added after  
touching START. Just touch number pad 2 or 3.  
REHEAT  
The word “SERV”  
and a number will be  
displayed to show how  
many servings have  
Step 2: Touch a number pad from 1 to 6 to select a  
food group.  
Step 3: Touch START pad. Oven  
I II  
been selected.  
will signal and turn off automatically  
when finished.  
START  
Reheat Guide  
Serving  
Code  
Display  
PASTA  
MEATS  
VEGS  
Size  
1–3  
1–3  
1–3  
1–3  
1–3  
Foods Recommended  
Pasta  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Meats, casseroles, pizza  
Fruits and vegetables  
Beverages, 8–10 oz.  
Sauces and gravies  
2 to 3 foods, 4 oz. each  
bEV  
SAUCE  
PLATE  
CAUTION: Reheated foods may have wide  
variations in temperature. Some areas may be  
extremely hot.  
After removing food from the oven, we recommend  
that all reheated foods be stirred, if possible, to even  
out the temperature.  
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POPCORN  
The Popcorn feature is designed to be used only  
with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing  
3.0 to 3.5 ounces.  
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 1: Remove the outer wrapper from the  
microwave popcorn.  
Step 3: Touch POPCORN pad.  
POPCORN  
No need to touch START, the oven  
will start immediately.  
1 FUNCTION  
How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time  
If your favorite popcorn is not completely popped,  
there is a simple adjustment you can make.  
If your favorite popcorn is overcooked, there is a  
simple adjustment you can make.  
Touch the POPCORN  
pad. (The oven will start  
Touch the POPCORN  
pad. (The oven will start  
immediately.) Then touch  
number pad 9. A plus sign  
will appear on the display  
beside the word “POP.”  
immediately.) Then touch  
number pad 1. A minus  
sign will appear on the  
display beside the word  
The plus sign indicates 20 seconds more cooking time  
is being provided.  
“POP.” The minus sign indicates 20 seconds less  
cooking time is being provided.  
COOK  
Use the Cook feature when  
cooking a variety of microwaved  
foods. The oven automatically  
sets the cooking times and power  
levels for you.  
Use the Cook Code Guide. Touch  
The oven calculates cooking  
time and changes power levels  
during cooking to give even  
cooking results.  
the COOK pad. Touch a number  
pad from 1 to 9 to select the desired  
food group. Enter the food weight in  
ounces, then touch the START pad.  
How to Use the Cook Feature  
Step 1: Remove the food from the package, place in  
Step 4: Enter weight. For example,  
touch 1 and 8 for 18 ounces. After 5  
seconds “START” flashes on the  
display.  
1
2
3
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
the oven on microwave-safe dish and close door.  
4
5
6
9
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
Step 2: Touch the COOK pad.  
7
8
0
COOK  
POWER  
LEVEL  
ADD  
30 SEC  
9 FUNCTION  
Step 5: Touch the START pad. Oven  
will begin cooking. Touching the  
COOK pad during cooking will display  
the remaining Cook time. Oven  
Step 3: Touch number  
pad of desired food  
code. For example,  
touch number pad 1  
for canned vegetables.  
The code number and  
food type you selected  
will appear on the  
START  
displays “End” when cooking is done.  
(continued next page)  
display. “ENTER  
WEIGHT” will flash.  
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COOK  
(continued)  
Cook Code Guide  
Cook  
Code  
Weight  
Limit (oz.)  
Food  
Comments  
Canned  
1
4 to 20 oz.  
4 to 16 oz.  
Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl.  
Vegetables  
Cover with lid or plastic wrap.  
Frozen  
Vegetables  
2
3
Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl.  
Follow package instructions for adding water.  
Cover with lid or plastic wrap.  
Fresh  
Vegetables  
4 to 16 oz.  
Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl.  
Add 2 tablespoons water for each serving.  
Cover with lid or plastic wrap.  
Potatoes  
Fish  
4
5
8 to 40 oz.  
4 to 16 oz.  
Pierce skin with fork. Place side by side on the turntable.  
Use oblong, square or round dish.  
Cover with plastic wrap.  
Chicken  
Pieces  
6
7
4 to 40 oz.  
8 to 48 oz.  
Use oblong, square or round dish.  
Cover with plastic wrap.  
Ground Meat  
(Beef, Pork,  
Turkey)  
Use round casserole dish. Crumble meat into dish.  
Cover with plastic wrap.  
Bacon  
8
9
2 to 10 oz.  
4 to 16 oz.  
Layer strips on a plate, 4 to a layer.  
Cover each layer with a paper towel.  
Pizza  
(frozen  
microwaveable)  
Follow package instructions to prepare pizza for  
microwaving.  
INSTANT COOK  
The Instant Cook feature is a short-cut method to  
set time for 1–5 minutes at Power Level 10.  
To Instant Cook your food or beverage:  
Touch a number pad (from 1 to 5) for 1 to 5 minutes  
of cooking at Power Level 10. For example, touch the  
2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time. No need to touch  
START, the oven will start immediately.  
1
2
3
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
The oven will signal and turn off automatically  
when finished.  
4
5
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
ADD 30 SECONDS  
The Add 30 Seconds feature provides a convenient  
way to extend cooking time by 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 instant cook for 30  
seconds of cooking. No need to touch START, the  
oven will start immediately.  
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KITCHEN TIMER  
The Kitchen Timer  
Using a Holding Time  
The Kitchen Timer has three timing functions:  
• It operates as a minute timer.  
The Kitchen Timer can also be used to program a  
“holding time” between microwave cooking functions.  
The time can range from one second to 99 minutes  
and 99 seconds. A holding or standing time may be  
found in some of your own recipes or in a cookbook.  
• 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  
Programming Delayed Cooking  
Step 1: Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad.  
To delay cooking up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds,  
touch TIME COOK I & II and enter cook time. Touch  
KITCHEN TIMER and enter number of minutes to  
delay cooking. Touch START. Timer will count down  
to zero and cooking will begin.  
KITCHEN  
TIMER  
Step 2: Touch number pads 3, 0 and 0  
(for 3 minutes and no seconds).  
1
2
3
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
4
5
6
9
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
7
8
0
POWER  
LEVEL  
ADD  
30 SEC  
Step 3: Touch START. Display shows  
time counting down. The timer signals  
when time is up.  
START  
How to Defrost, Hold 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 4: Set standing or hold time by  
touching KITCHEN TIMER.  
KITCHEN  
TIMER  
Step 5: Touch 1, 0, 0 and 0 to hold for ten minutes.  
Step 1: Take casserole from freezer and place in oven.  
Step 6: Touch TIME COOK I & II.  
Step 2: Touch TIME DEFROST.  
TIME COOK  
I & II  
TIME  
DEFROST  
Step 7: Touch 2, 5, 0 and 0 for 25 minutes of  
Step 3: Touch pads 1, 5, 0 and 0 for 15  
1
2
3
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
cooking time.  
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 1–10.)  
4
5
6
9
INSTANT COOK  
INSTANT COOK  
Step 8: Touch START. As each  
7
8
0
function is automatically performed,  
oven display shows instructions  
POWER  
LEVEL  
ADD  
30 SEC  
START  
entered and the function. When time is  
up, the oven signals and flashes “End.”  
DELAY START  
The Delay Start feature allows you to program  
your oven to begin cooking at a preset time of  
day—up to a 12-hour delay.  
Step 2: Enter the time you want the oven to start.  
(Be sure your microwave oven clock shows the  
correct time of day.)  
Step 1: Touch DELAY START pad.  
Step 3: Enter your desired cooking program.  
Step 4: Touch START pad. The display will show the  
time you entered. The time of day may be displayed  
by touching the CLOCK pad. The oven will  
automatically start at the desired time.  
DELAY  
START  
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GLOSSARY OF MICROWAVE TERMS  
When adapting recipes for the microwave, it is  
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. 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.  
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  
over-cooking.  
• Small amounts of butter or oil can be used for  
flavoring, but are not needed to prevent sticking.  
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.  
• 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, partial 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 corner  
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.  
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.  
Round Shapes. Since microwaves penetrate foods to  
about 1 inch from top, bottom and sides, round shapes  
and rings cook more evenly. Corners receive more  
energy and may overcook. This may also happen  
when cooking in a regular oven.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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HEATING OR REHEATING GUIDE  
NOTE: Use Power Level High (10) unless otherwise noted.  
1. Directions below are for heating or reheating  
Adjust temperatures to suit your personal taste.  
Let foods stand a few minutes before serving.  
already-cooked foods stored in refrigerator or at  
room temperature. Use microwave-safe cookware.  
4. Be sure foods are heated throughout before serving.  
Steaming or bubbling around edges of dish does  
not necessarily mean food is heated throughout.  
2. Cover most foods for fastest heating. Exceptions are  
some sandwiches, griddle foods and baked items.  
3. 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, palatable results.  
If you use a meat thermometer while cooking,  
make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.  
Item  
Amount  
Power Level  
Time  
Bakery Foods  
Cake, coffee cake, doughnuts, sweet rolls,  
nut or fruit bread  
1 piece  
9 inch cake or  
12 rolls or doughnuts  
Low (3)  
Low (3)  
1/4 to 1 min.  
1 ⁄ to 4 min.  
1
2
Dinner rolls, muffins  
1
Medium (5)  
Medium (5)  
1/4 to 1/2 min.  
1/2 to 2 min.  
6 to 8  
Pie: fruit, nut or custard; 1 slice=1/8 of 9 inch pie  
(use minimum time for custard)  
1 slice  
9 inch pie  
1/4 to 1 min.  
4 to 7 min.  
Med-High (7)  
Beverages  
1
2
Cocoa, other milk-based drinks (6 oz. per cup)  
Coffee, other water-based drinks (6 oz. per cup)  
1 to 2 cups  
1 to 2 cups  
Med-High (7)  
1 ⁄ to 5 min.  
1/2 to 3 min.  
Meats and Main Dishes  
Chicken pieces  
1
2
1 to 2 pieces  
1 to 2 servings  
1 to 2  
1 ⁄ to 3 min.  
1
2
Hamburgers or meatloaf (4 oz. per serving)  
Hot dogs and sausages  
1 ⁄ to 3 min.  
1/4 to 1 min.  
Rice and pasta (2/3-3/4 cup per serving)  
Saucy, main dishes: chop suey, spaghetti, creamed chicken,  
1 to 2 servings  
1 to 2 servings  
1/2 to 3 min.  
1
2
2 ⁄ to 5 min.  
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 per serving)  
1
2
1 to 2 servings  
1 to 2 servings  
1 to 2 servings  
Med-High (7)  
Med-High (7)  
1 ⁄ to 4 min.  
1/2 to 3 min.  
2 to 5 min.  
Tip: Cover saucy main dishes with plastic wrap. Cover other main dishes and meats with wax paper.  
When heating or reheating 3 to 4 servings of meat slices or pieces, rotate dish 1/2 turn after half of cooking time.  
Plate of Leftovers  
1
2
Meat plus 2 vegetables  
1 plate  
1 ⁄ to 4 min.  
Tip: Cover plate of food with wax paper or plastic wrap.  
Sandwiches  
Meat-cheese filling: with 2 slices of bread  
1 to 2 servings  
1 to 2 servings  
Med-High (7)  
Med-High (7)  
1/2 to 3 min.  
1/2 to 2 min.  
Moist filling: Sloppy Joes, barbecue, ham salad,  
etc. in bun (1/3 cup per serving)  
Tip: Use paper towel or napkin to cover sandwiches.  
Soups  
1
2
Milk-based (6 oz. per serving)  
Water-based (6 oz. per serving)  
Tip: Cover soups with wax paper or plastic wrap.  
1 to 2 servings  
1 to 2 servings  
Med-High (7)  
1 ⁄ to 3 min.  
1 to 3 min.  
Vegetables  
Large pieces or whole: asparagus spears, corn on the cob, etc.  
Mashed (1/2 cup per serving)  
1 to 2 servings  
1 to 2 servings  
1 to 2 servings  
1/2 to 2 min.  
1/2 to 2 min.  
1/2 to 2 m1in.9  
Small pieces: peas, beans, corn, etc. (1/2 cup per serving)  
Tip: Cover vegetables for most even heating.  
 
DEFROSTING GUIDE  
1. Food packaged in paper or plastic may be defrosted  
3. Be sure large meats are completely defrosted  
without unwrapping. If food is foil wrapped,  
remove foil and place food in cooking dish for  
defrosting. Most food defrosts well using Defrost  
(3). For more even defrosting of larger foods, such  
as beef, lamb and veal roasts, use Warm (1).  
before cooking.  
4. When defrosted, food should be cool but softened  
in all areas. If still slightly icy, return to microwave  
oven very briefly, or let stand a few minutes.  
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)  
1/4 min.  
Sweet rolls  
2 to 6 min.  
Rearrange after half of time.  
(approx. 12 oz.)  
Fish and Seafood [Power Level: Defrost (3)]  
Fillets, frozen (1 lb.)  
Shellfish, small pieces  
7 to 12 min.  
4 to 8 min.  
Place block in casserole.  
Turn over and break up after first half of time.  
(1 lb.)  
Fruit [Power Level: Defrost (3)]  
Plastic pouch—1 to 2  
3 to 7 min.  
(10-oz. package)  
Meat [Power Level: Defrost (3)]  
Bacon (1 lb.)  
Franks (1 lb.)  
2 to 5 min.  
Place unopened package in oven. Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting.  
Place unopened package in oven. Microwave just until franks can be  
separated. Let stand 5 minutes, if necessary, to complete defrosting.  
2 to 5 min.  
Ground meat (1 lb.)  
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork  
Steaks, chops and cutlets  
5 to 8 min.  
10 to 16 min. per lb.  
5 to 10 min. per lb.  
Turn meat over after first half of time.  
Use Power Level Warm (1).  
Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish. Turn over after first half  
of time and shield warm areas with foil. After second half of time,  
separate pieces with table knife. Let stand to complete defrosting.  
Poultry [Power Level: Defrost (3)]  
Chicken, broiler-fryer,  
14 to 22 min.  
Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap and turn over after first half  
of time. After second half of time, separate pieces and place in cooking  
dish. Microwave 2 to 4 minutes more, if necessary. Let stand a few  
minutes to finish defrosting.  
1
2
cut up (2 ⁄ to 3 lbs.)  
Chicken, whole  
(2 ⁄ to 3 lbs.)  
20 to 28 min.  
Place wrapped chicken in dish. After first half of time, unwrap and  
turn chicken over. Shield warm areas with foil. To complete defrosting,  
run cool water in cavity until giblets can be removed.  
1
2
Cornish hen  
7 to 16 min. per lb.  
4 to 10 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.  
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.  
Turkey breast (4 to 6 lbs.)  
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COOKING GUIDE  
NOTE: Use Power Level High (10) unless otherwise noted.  
Vegetables  
Vegetable  
Amount  
Time  
Comments  
Asparagus  
(fresh spears)  
1
2
1 lb.  
6 to 10 min.,  
Med-High (7)  
5 to 8 min.  
In 1 ⁄ -qt. oblong glass baking dish, place 1/4 cup water.  
Rotate dish after half of time.  
In 1-qt. casserole.  
(frozen spears)  
10-oz. package  
Beans  
1
2
(fresh green)  
(frozen green)  
(frozen lima)  
1 lb. cut in half  
10-oz. package  
10-oz. package  
10 to 15 min.  
6 to 9 min.  
6 to 9 min.  
In 1 ⁄ -qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
Beets  
(fresh, whole)  
1 bunch  
18 to 25 min.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
Broccoli  
(fresh cut)  
(fresh spears)  
1
4
1
2
1 bunch (1 ⁄ to 1 ⁄ lbs.)  
6 to 9 min.  
8 to 12 min.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place 1/4 cup water.  
Rotate dish after half of time.  
1
1
4
2
1 bunch (1 ⁄ to 1 ⁄ lbs.)  
(frozen, chopped)  
(frozen spears)  
10-oz. package  
10-oz. package  
5 to 8 min.  
5 to 8 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.  
Cabbage  
(fresh)  
(wedges)  
1
2
1 medium head (about 2 lbs.) 7 to 10 min.  
6 to 9 min.  
In 1 ⁄ - or 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
Carrots  
(fresh, sliced)  
(frozen)  
1
2
1 lb.  
10-oz. package  
6 to 9 min.  
5 to 8 min.  
In 1 ⁄ -qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.  
Cauliflower  
(flowerets)  
(fresh, whole)  
(frozen)  
1 medium head  
1 medium head  
10-oz. package  
8 to 13 min.  
8 to 16 min.  
5 to 8 min.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.  
Corn  
(frozen kernel)  
10-oz. package  
1 to 5 ears  
4 to 8 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.  
Corn on the cob  
(fresh)  
3 to 5 min.  
per ear  
In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, 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.  
Place in 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish.  
Cover with vented plastic wrap. Rearrange after  
half of time.  
(frozen)  
1 ear  
2 to 6 ears  
5 to 7 min.  
2 to 4 min. per ear  
Mixed, vegetables  
(frozen)  
10-oz. package  
4 to 8 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.  
Peas  
(fresh, shelled)  
(frozen)  
2 lbs. unshelled  
10-oz. package  
8 to 11 min.  
4 to 8 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water.  
Potatoes  
(fresh, cubed,  
white)  
(fresh, whole,  
sweet or white)  
4 potatoes  
(6 to 8 oz. each)  
1 (6 to 8 oz.)  
10 to 14 min.  
2 to 5 min.  
Peel and cut into 1 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.  
Spinach  
(fresh)  
(frozen, chopped  
and leaf)  
10 to 16 oz.  
10-oz. package  
4 to 8 min.  
4 to 8 min.  
In 2-qt. casserole, place washed spinach.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water.  
Squash  
1
2
(fresh, summer  
and yellow)  
(winter, acorn  
or butternut)  
1 lb. sliced  
4 to 7 min.  
In 1 ⁄ -qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
1 to 2 squash  
(about 1 lb. each)  
7 to 11 min.  
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.  
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CARE AND CLEANING  
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.  
Do not 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.  
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.  
Removable Turntable and Turntable Support.  
Occasionally it is necessary to remove the turntable  
and support for cleaning of the oven floor or  
turntable. To prevent breakage, do not place the  
turntable into water just after cooking. Wash it  
carefully in warm, sudsy water or in the dishwasher.  
The turntable and support can be broken if dropped.  
Remember, do not operate the oven without the  
turntable and support in place.  
Door (inside). Window: Wipe up spatters daily  
and wash with a damp cloth when soiled. Rinse  
thoroughly and dry.  
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 burn  
onto the oven tray. This may be removed with a  
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.  
® brand cleanser.  
cleanser such as Bon Ami  
After using Bon Ami® brand cleanser, rinse and dry  
thoroughly, following instructions on can. Do not use  
Bon Ami® brand cleanser on the painted surfaces such  
as the walls. It may scratch the paint.  
How to Clean the Outside  
Case. Clean the outside of your oven with soap and  
a damp cloth, rinse with a damp cloth and then dry.  
Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
This appliance  
must be  
PREFERRED METHOD  
WARNING—Improper use of the  
grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.  
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.  
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)  
Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is  
encountered, it is your personal responsibility and  
obligation to have it replaced with a properly  
grounded three-prong wall receptacle.  
Ensure proper ground  
exists before use  
Fig. 1  
Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the  
third (ground) prong from the power cord.  
Use of Adapter Plugs  
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. You should have the circuit checked  
by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle  
is properly grounded.  
Usage situations where appliance’s power  
cord will be disconnected infrequently.  
Because of  
TEMPORARY METHOD  
potential safety  
hazards under  
(Adapter plugs not  
permitted in Canada)  
certain  
conditions,  
Align large  
prongs/slots  
When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter,  
always hold the adapter with one hand. If this is not  
done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to  
break with repeated use. Should this happen,  
DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground  
has again been established.  
we strongly  
recommend  
against the use  
of an adapter  
plug. However,  
if you still elect  
to use an  
Ensure proper ground  
and firm connection  
before use  
Fig. 2  
Usage situations where appliance’s power  
cord will be disconnected frequently.  
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 (Fig. 2) which is available at most local  
hardware stores.  
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.  
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.  
Use of Extension Cords  
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the  
risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping  
over a longer cord.  
2. The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire  
cord and it must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet.  
3. The longer 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.  
Extension cords may be used if you are careful in  
using them.  
If an extension cord is used—  
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  
1. The marked electrical rating of the cord set or  
extension cord should be at least as great as the  
electrical rating of the appliance.  
longer, too.  
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QUESTIONS?  
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
OVEN WILL NOT  
COME ON  
• 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.  
CONTROL PANEL  
LIGHTED, YET OVEN  
WILL NOT START  
• 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 & II pad.  
• CLEAR/OFF pad was touched accidentally. Reset cooking program and  
touch START pad.  
• Make sure you entered a code number after touching REHEAT or the weight  
after touching AUTO DEFROST.  
All these things are normal with your microwave oven:  
• Steam or vapor escaping from around the door.  
• Light reflection around door or outer case.  
• Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.  
• Some TV-Radio interference might be noticed  
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.  
• Dimming oven light and change in blower sound  
may occur while operating at power levels other  
than high.  
If you need more help...call, toll free: GE Answer Center® / 800.626.2000 / consumer information service  
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NOTES  
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Well Be There  
With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need  
information or assistance from GE, well be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free!  
GE Answer Center®  
800.626.2000  
Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer Center®  
information service is available to help. Your call—and your questionwill 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.  
In-Home Repair Service  
800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737)  
A GE 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.  
For Customers With Special Needs…  
2’  6"  
TBXTOLITE  
ON WALL  
SINGLE CONTROL  
FAUCET  
800.626.2000  
6’  10"  
8"  
5"  
6"  
5"  
7"  
1’ 0"  
Upon request, GE will provide  
Braille controls for a variety of GE  
appliances, and a brochure to  
assist in planning a barrier-free  
kitchen for persons with limited  
mobility. To obtain these items,  
free of charge, call 800.626.2000.  
Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have  
access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may  
call 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) to request  
information or service.  
1/8  
3’   "  
FLUORESCENT  
FIXTURE  
THIS LIGHT CAN  
BE INSTALLED  
IN BOTTOM OF  
WALL CABINETS  
2’  10"  
SECTION A-A  
R SHALLOW DEPTH SINKS (6") WITH REAR DRAIN.  
    SINK SHOULD ALSO BE UNDERCOATED  
SCALE 1’ 1"  
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Service Contracts  
800-626-2224  
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  
User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet  
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances  
can have 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.  
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.  
 
Staple sales slip or cancelled check  
here. Proof of original purchase date  
is needed to obtain service  
under warranty.  
YOUR GE MICROWAVE OVEN  
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.  
WHAT IS COVERED  
T**h*is**w*a*r*r*a*n*ty**is**e*x*t*e*n*d*e*d**to***  
the original purchaser and any  
succeeding owner for products  
purchased for use in the 48  
mainland states, Alaska, Hawaii  
and Washington, D.C.  
LIMITED ADDITIONAL  
FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY  
All warranty service will be  
provided by our Factory Service  
Centers or by our authorized  
Customer Care® servicers during  
normal working hours.  
For the second through fifth 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 any service labor charges.  
Should your appliance need  
service, during warranty period or  
beyond, call 800-GE-CARES  
(800-432-2737).  
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. In-home  
service is also available, but you  
must pay for the service technician’s  
travel costs to your home.  
Improper installation.  
Failure of the product if it is used  
for other than its intended purpose  
or used commercially.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED  
If you have an installation problem,  
contact your dealer or installer.  
You are responsible for providing  
adequate electrical, exhausting  
and other connecting facilities.  
Service trips to your home to teach  
you how to use the product.  
Damage to product caused  
by accident, fire, floods or acts  
of God.  
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:  
Replacement of house fuses or  
resetting of circuit breakers.  
WARRANTOR IS NOT  
RESPONSIBLE FOR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.  
GE Answer Center®  
800.626.2000  
consumer information service  
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. 164D2966P225  
Pub No. 49-8710  
10-95 CG  
JES1143  
Printed in Malaysia  
 

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