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    Countertop Microwave Oven Contents Adapter Plugs :12 H(Jld Time 8 Add :30 Seconds 10 Installation 32 Appliance Registrati(m 2 Light Bulb Replacement :3:3 Auto C:ook 19,20 Microwaving Tips 3 Aut{} Defrost 14, 15 Minute/Second Timer 8 Auto Reheat 17, 18 Model and Serial Numbers 2,6 Auto Roast 12, 1:+ Popcorn” 11 Auto Simmer 1:; P{}wer Levels 8-1:3,[...]

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    Help us help you... Before using your oven, read this book carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new microwave oven properly. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (inciude your phone number): Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40[...]

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    Microwaving Tips ● Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or chinu dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or glaze with a metal I ic sheen can be used. Some cookware is labeled “suitable for microwaving.’ > If you are[...]

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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) —Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bags in oven. —Do not use your microwave oven to dry newspapers. —Do not use recycled paper products. Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can contain metal flecks which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper products containing ny[...]

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    ● Foods with unbroken outer “skin” such as potatoes, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other giblets, and egg yolks (see previous caution) should be pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking. ● Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens. Check the package for proper use. ● Spontaneous boiling—Under ce[...]

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    Features of Your Oven Cooking Complete Reminder (For all cooking features except Auto Roast code 4) 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. TT TT 1. Door Latches. 2. Door Screen. Metal screen permits viewing of foods and keeps microwaves confined [...]

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    Your Touch Control Panel to be easy to use aid understa~d. 1. DISPLAY. Displays time of day, time or temperature during cooking functions, power level being used, cooking mode and instructions. 2. TIME COOK I & II. Microwave for a selected amount of time using automatic power level 10 (High). 3. POWER LEVEL. Touch this pad after you enter the c[...]

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    How to Use the Minute/Second Timer The MIN/SEC TIMER has three timing functions: ● It operates as a minute timer. ● It can be set to delay cooking. ● It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting. The MIN/SEC TIMER operates without microwave energy. How to Time a 3-Minute Phone Call 1. Touch MI N/SEC TIMER pad. 2. Touch number pads 3 and [...]

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    Defrosting by Time Time Defrost is designed for speedy thawing of frozen food and is one of the great advantages of a microwave oven. Use the Time Defrost setting to quickly thaw foods such as bread, rolls, vegetables, fruits and frozen dinners. The Auto Defrost setting is preferred for meat and poultry bectiuse the oven sets the defrostin& tim[...]

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    Cooking by Time Time Cook 1 & 11 allows you to microwave for a selected amount of time. pOWeI- ]eve] I () (High) is rccornrnended for most cooking, but you may change this for more flexibility. See your cookbook. To become better acquainted with time cooking, make a cup of coffee by following the steps below. 1 II II I I —- Step 1: Fill a cup[...]

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    Popcorn Note: Use of the metal Double Duty’ [ ’ M shelf with Popcorn program is NOT recommended. Step 1: Remove the outer wrapper from the microwave popcorn. Step 2: Open oven door and place package of popcorn in the center of the oven floor as directed by the manufacturer’s instructions. Close oven door. ~m~ Step 3 Touch POPCORN pad ~m~ Step[...]

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    Automatic Roasting Auto Roast uses the temperature probe to cook to the desired serving temperature. Unlike Temp Cook & Hold, which uses a single power level, Auto Roast uses u~ to 3 power settings which autom>ticaljy switch dur;ng roasting, thus providing even, tender cooking results without overcooking. Just as in conventional roasting, on[...]

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    Auto Roast Guide ● Place meats i n a cooking bag in microwave-safe dish. (Refer to package instructions for proper use of cooking bag. ) c Recommended codes are shown on guide behind door, on front of oven. Automatic Simmer (Auto Roast Code 4) Total time includes time to bring food to 180°F., and hold at that temperature until done. Set Auto Sim[...]

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    Auto Defrost With the Auto Defrost feature, the oven automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels for you. Use the Auto Defrost guide on the next page. Enter the food weight in pounds and tenths of a pound (see Conversion Guide at right). Then touch START pad. The oven calculates defrosting time and changes power levels during defrostin[...]

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    Auto Defrost Guide I I I I RECOMMENDED MIN.-MAX. FOODS WEIGHT FIRST SIGNAL SECOND SIGNAL STAND TIME Chops (). I -6.0 lbs. Turn over. Separate and shield 5 minutes where necessary. I I Frankfurters, Sausage 0.1 -6.0 Ibs. Separate. Ground Meat 0. I - 6.() lbs. Turn over. Beef Patties (). I -6.0 lbs. Turn over. Roast 0. I -6.0 lbs. Turn over and shiel[...]

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    Cooking by Temperature Internal temperature is the best test of doneness for many foods. Use Temp Cook & Hold to cook a variety of foods to the desired finished food temperature. The Time Cook I & II setting is recommended for batters, doughs, frozen foods and foods which are difficult to cook precisely with the probe. Temp Cook & Hold [...]

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    Auto Reheat Auto Reheat lets you touch just 2 pads to bring previously prepared foods to serving temperature. With many leftovers, there is no need to look up reheating times in the cookbook or to rely on guesswork. By actually sensing the steam that escapes as food heats, this feature automatically adjusts the oven’s heating time to various type[...]

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    Containers and Covers Appropriate containers and coverings help assure good reheating results. ● Always use microwave-safe containers and cover them with lids, wax paper or plastic wrap. Wonder if it’s microwave safe’? Put it to the test described in the Microwaving Tips section. ● Never use tight-sealing plastic lids—they can prevent ste[...]

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    Auto Cook The Auto Cook feature may be used to eliminate your need to look Lip cooking time in the cookbook or guess how long to set cooking time. By actually sensing the steam that escapes as food microwaves, this feature automatically adjusts the oven’s cooking time to various types and amounts of food. Because most cooking containers must be c[...]

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    How to Adjust Auto Cook Codes to Suit Your Taste By simply adding o I after any Auto Cook code number, you can set the oven to cook for 2090 less time than the code would regularly provide. For example, if code 4 cooks your chicken more done than yOLI 1 ike it, set code 4 I next time and you’ II get 200/0 shorter cooking time. If yOLI want a long[...]

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    Automatic Cooting Containers& Covers Containers and Covers Appropriate containers and coverings help ~lssure good cooking results. ● Always use microwave-safe containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap. Wonder if it’s microwave safe’? Put it to the test described in the Microwtiving Tips section. ● Never use tight-sealin[...]

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    Automatic Cooting Control Guide ● Do not open oven door during Auto cycle. When oven signals and countdown time is displayed, door may be opened for stirring, turning or rotating food. To resume cooking, close door and touch START. ● Match the amount of food to the size of container. Fill containers at least 1/2 full. ● Add 1/4 to l/2 cup wat[...]

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    Food Casseroles Pre-cooked ingredients in S~LICe, such as tuna noodle, turkey tctrazzini, and franks and beans Uncooked” ingredients, such as scalloped potatoes hamburger patty stew Meats, Poultry Seafood Chicken pieces (Up to 2X Ibs.) Whole chicken (Up to ~ Ibs. ) Fish fillets ( 1 lb. ) Meat loaf ( I X Ibs. ) Hamburger patties (4) Sausage pattie[...]

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    Automatic CooHng Mea6 and Main Dishes Meat, Fish & Poultry For meat and fish loaves use either the round or loaf microw~lve-s~lfe cont~liners. Fish loaves made with precooked or canned fish use Auto Cook code 8. Beef loaf uses Auto Cook code ~ Cover with plastic wrap. Chicken breasts and pieces or turkey parts should be placed in a micr(~wave-s[...]

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    Meat or Main Dish Recipes Mexican Meatball Casserole Auto Cook Code 6 Approx. Cooking Time—20 min. Makes 6 to 8 Servings 1 1/2 1/8 1 1 3 1 3 1/2 1 1 1 lb. ground chuck cup dry bread crumbs teaspoon pepper teaspoon salt teaspoon chili powder tablespoons dry minced onions egg tablespoons ketchup cup instant rice can (15X oz.) kidney beans, undraine[...]

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    Automatic Cooting Vegetables Fresh or Canned Vegetables Whole or large halves of vegetables such as cauliflower or squash use Auto Cook code 1. Use a round container close to the size of vegetable. Add I/2 cup water. Cover with lid or plastic wrap. Pieces or slices of vegetables require I/4 to I/2 cup of water. Use appropriate size covered containe[...]

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    Vegetible Recipes Stir Fry Vegetables Auto Cook Code 1 Approx. Cooking Time—12 min. Makes 4 Servings 1 tablespoon oil 1 tablespoon soft butter 3 medium onions, quartered 1 small green pepper, cut in l/4-in. wide strips 2 cups thinly-sliced cabbage 2/3 cup carrots, sliced in thin diagonal slices 1/4 cup sliced green onions 1 cup broccoli flowerets[...]

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    Automatic CooHng Fruifi and Desserts Fruits Pineapple Casserole is a tangy dessert or meat accompilniment. In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish spread 2 cans (20 oz. ea. ) drained pineapple chunks. Mix together 1 cup sugar and 1/2 cup flour. Pour mixture over pineapple and stir to evenly coat pineapple. Top with mixture of 2 cups buttery-flavored crac[...]

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    Desseti Recipes Easy Chocolate Cake Auto Cook Code 6 Approx. Cooking Time—14 min. Makes 1 (10-in.) Tube Cake 1 pkg. (2-layer size) Devil’s Food cake mix 3 eggs 1/2 cup cooking oil 1-1/3 cups water 1/3 cup finely chopped pecans In large bowl, place cake mix, eggs, oil and water. Follow package recommendations for mixer speed and time. Grease a 1[...]

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    How to Use the Double Duty’TM Shelf ● Use the shelf only when cooking foods on 2 levels. ● ● ● ● Do not store or cook with shelf on floor of oven. Product damage may result. Use pot holders when handling metal shelf and cookware. They may be hot. Do not store microwave browning dish on metal shelf. Use of D{JUBLE DUTY’” shelf with A[...]

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    How to Heat or Reheat Similar ~pes of Food Two plates of leftovers may be reheated together. Arrange thick or dense foods to outside edges of plate and cover with plastic wrap. Microwave at Hixh ( I ()) for 3 minutes. Reverse position of plates (top to bottom) and rotate 1/2 turn. Continue microwaving at High ( 10) for 2 to 3 minutes. Continue heat[...]

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    GROU~ING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. Use of Adapter Plugs Usage situations where In the event of an electrical short appliance’s power cord circuit, grounding reduces the risk Usage situations where of electric shock by providing an will be disconnected escape wire for the electric current. appliance’s power cord will frequent[...]

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    Care and Cleating a Your new microwave oven is a valuable appliance. Protect it from misuse by following these rules: ● Keep your oven clean and sweet-smelling. Opening the oven door a few minutes after cooking helps air-out the interior. An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the interior fresh. ● Don’t [...]

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    ,:>::. Questions? .->*” “,.-~-= - Use This Problem Solver — -.... -, , PROBLEM OVEN WILL NOT COME ON CONTROL PANEL LIGHTED, YET OVEN WILL NOT START FOODS ARE EITHER OVERCOOKED OR UNDERCOOKED “PRObE” APPEARS ON DISPLAY “Error” APPEARS ON DISPLAY POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY ● A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker[...]

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    Wdll Be There With the purchase ofyour” new GE appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call–toll-free! GEAnswer Center@ 80ti626.2000 In-Home Repair Service 80ME4ARES (80M32-2737) Service Contracts 80@626-2224 L Telecommunication Detice for the Deaf Pafis a[...]

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    YOUR GE MICROWAVE OVEN WARRANTY I Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period. WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the microwave oven [...]