GE ZEM200 manual

GE M on ogram ® U se and Care Guide Countertop Microwave Oven ZEM200 Series[...]

Consumer Information Countertop Microwave Oven 2 Introduction Your new Monogram microwave oven makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and kitchen planning flexibility. Whether you chose it for its purity of design, practical cooking features or assiduous attention to detail—or for all of these reasons—you’ll find that your Monogram[...]

3 Before using your oven Read this guide 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, call: GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Write down the model & serial numbers See th[...]

4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: WARNING— To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy: • Read and follow the specific ‘‘Precautions to Avoid Possible Exp[...]

• Operating the microwave with no food inside for more than a 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. • Hot foods and steam can cause burns. Be careful when opening any containers of hot food, including popcorn bags, cooking pouches and b[...]

6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used. Some cookware is labeled “suitable fo[...]

Usage situations where appliance’s power 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 [...]

8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS USE OF EXTENSION CORDS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 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 cord set or[...]

9 1 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK 4 EXPRESS COOK 5 EXPRESS COOK 6 EXPRESS COOK 789 0 POWER LEVEL ADD 30 SEC C LEAR OFF HELP ST AR T PAUSE POPC ORN BEVERAG E REMINDER DELAY START DEFROST AUTO/TIME TIME COOK CHICKEN/ FISH TIMER ON/OFF CLOCK AM/PM SOUND LEVEL REHEAT POTA TO VEGETABLE SENSOR COOKIN G SCROLL SPEED GUIDE B EHIND DO OR 3 4 2 [...]

Cooking Controls Countertop Microwave Oven You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. 1. Time Features Press Enter TIME COOK Amount of cooking time Press once or twice DEFROST AUTO/TIME Amount of defrosting time Press twice EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately! ADD 30 SEC St[...]

Changing the Power Level Countertop Microwave Oven Variable Power Levels 1–10 How to Change Power Level The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for Time Cook, Defrost or Express Cook. The power level may also be changed during time countdown. 1. Press TIME COOK or select Time Defrost. 2. Select cookin[...]

Time Features Countertop Microwave Oven Time Cook Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Power level 10 (high) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. 1. Press TIME COOK. 2. Enter cooking time. 3. Change power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desi[...]

13 Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level 10 (High) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 7 to 10 min., In 1 1 ⁄ 2 -qt. oblong glass baking dish, place 1/4 cup water. Med-High (7) Rotate dish after half of time. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package 5 to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole. Beans (fresh g[...]

Time Features Countertop Microwave Oven Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. (Auto Defrost is explained in the Auto Feature section.) 1. Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME twice. 2. Enter defrosting time. 3. Press START. 4. Turn food over when the oven signals. 5. Press START. Power le[...]

15 Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/2 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 3 to 6 min. Rearrange after half of time. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 8 to 12 min. Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 5 to 8 min. Place block in casserole. Turn over and break up after first half of time. Fruit Plastic[...]

16 Express Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1–6 minutes. Press one of the Express Cook pads (from 1 to 6) for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time. The power level can be changed as time is counting down. Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1–10. 1 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPRESS[...]

Auto Feature Countertop Microwave Oven Auto Defrost The Defrost Auto/Time feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME once for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost. Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry, and fish. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and po[...]

Sensor Features Countertop Microwave Oven 18 B E VER A GE Humidity Sensor The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food. • The proper containers and covers are essential for best sensor cooking. • Always use microwave-safe containe[...]

Reheat The Reheat feature reheats single servings of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers. 1. Place covered food in the oven. Press REHEAT. The oven starts immediately. 2. The oven signals when steam is sensed and the time remaining begins counting down. Do not open the oven door until time is counting down. If the door is opened, close [...]

Other Features Countertop Microwave Oven 20 Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CLEAR/OFF for about three seconds. When the control panel is locked, an “L” will be displayed to the extreme right. C LEAR O FF Coo[...]

Delay Start Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 24 hours. 1. Press DELAY START. 2. Enter the time you want the oven to start. (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.) 3. Select any combination of Defrost Auto/Time and Time Cook. 4. Press START. The Delay Start time will be displayed plus “DS.” [...]

Microwave Terms Countertop Microwave Oven 22 Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. • Foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). • Metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold- rimmed dishes. • Recycled paper towels containing s[...]

Care and Cleaning Countertop Microwave Oven Open the oven door a few minutes after cooking to air out the inside. An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. UNPLUG THE CORD BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF THIS OVEN. How to Clean the Inside Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Mode Stirrer Cover and Metal and [...]

Before You Call For Service Countertop Microwave Oven 24 Questions? Use this problem solver PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE OVEN WILL NOT • A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. COME ON Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Unplug your microwave oven, then plug it back in. • Make sure 3-prong plug on oven is fully inserte[...]

25 Consumer Services With the purchase of your new Monogram 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! GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000 Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer Center® information service is availabl[...]

26 WARRANTY ZEM200 Series YOUR MONOGRAM MICROWAVE OVEN WARRANTY Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. 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 [...]

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Consumer Product Ownership R egistration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. We are proud to have you as a customer! Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment: 1 Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. Have the peace of mind of kno[...]