Page 1: Table Of Contents
Features of Your Microwave The Controls on Your Microwave Time Cooking Automatic Cooking Other Features Oven Shelf Helpful Information Microwave Terms Care and Cleaning If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service GE Service Numbers Warranty Back Cover ge.com 49-40366-1 06-05 JR...
Page 2: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING FOR YOUR SAFETY For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, PRECAUTIONS personal injury or loss of life. TO AVOID Do Not Attempt Do Not Operate the oven...
Page 3 Welcome Welcome to the GE family. You’ll see it in this Best of all, you’ll experience We’re proud of our quality easy-to-use manual and these values each time you products and we believe you’ll hear it in the friendly use your microwave. That’s in dependable service.
Page 4: To Excessive Microwave Energy
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING WARNING When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Read and follow the • Do not operate this This microwave oven is specific “Precautions to appliance if it has a intended for household Avoid Possible Exposure...
Page 5: Save These Instructions
• Do not store this appliance • To reduce the risk of fire • See door surface cleaning outdoors. Do not use this in the oven cavity: instructions in the Care product near water— and Cleaning section(s) — Do not overcook food. for example, in a wet of this guide.
Page 6: Special Notes About Microwaving
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING ARCING Arcing is the microwave • Foil not molded to food If you see arcing, press term for sparks in the (upturned edges act like the CLEAR/OFF pad and oven. Arcing is caused by: antennas).
Page 7 SAFETY FACT • Avoid heating baby food • Do not overcook in glass jars, even with the potatoes. They could SUPERHEATED WATER lid off. Make sure all dehydrate and catch infant food is thoroughly fire, causing damage Liquids, such as water, cooked.
Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING MICROWAVE- SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware If the dish remains cool • Paper towels, waxed used in your microwave and only the water in the paper and plastic wrap oven is suitable for cup heats, then the dish can be used to cover microwaving.
Page 9 • Use foil only as directed in • Plastic cookware—Plastic Follow these guidelines: this manual. TV dinners cookware designed for 1 Use microwave-safe may be microwaved in foil microwave cooking is very plastics only and use trays less than 3/4″ high; useful, but should be used them in strict compliance remove the top foil cover...
Page 10: Grounding Instructions
Filter kits are used when 3″-wide filler panels. range hood, filler panel the microwave oven cannot kits fill in the additional be vented to the outside. width to provide a custom Available at extra cost from built-in appearance. your GE supplier.
Page 11: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Features of Your Microwave (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) Features 950 Watts 1 Door Handle. Pull to 7 Removable Turntable. open the door. The Turntable and support door must be securely must be in place latched for the when using the oven.
Page 12: The Controls On Your Microwave
Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) You can microwave by time, temperature, or with the convenience features. Time Features Time Cooking Press Enter TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) Amount of cooking time.
Page 13: Convenience Features
HELP (on some models) GUIDE ON MICROWAVE GUIDES IN BOOK Press this pad and any Before you begin, check • Cooking feature pad for usage the guide located on the • Time Defrost instructions and tips. inside front of the oven •...
Page 14: Changing Power Levels
Operating Instructions Changing Power Levels Variable power levels add to “equalize” or transfer flexibility to microwave heat to the inside of the cooking. The power levels food. An example of this on the microwave oven is shown with power level can be compared to the 3—the defrost cycle.
Page 15: Time Features
Time Features Time Cook Time Cook I Time Cook II Allows you to microwave Lets you change power for any time up to 99 levels automatically during minutes and 99 seconds. cooking. Here’s how to do it: Power level 10 (High) 1 Press TIME COOK.
Page 16 Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook I & II NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 6 to 9 min., In 1 ⁄ -qt. oblong glass baking dish, Med-High (7) place 1/4 cup water.
Page 17 Vegetable Amount Time Comments Corn (frozen kernel) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears 3 to 4 min. In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place per ear corn.
Page 18: Time Defrost
Operating Instructions Time Features Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for the Defrosting Tips length of time you select. • Foods frozen in paper or See the Defrosting Guide plastic can be defrosted in for suggested times. the package. Tightly closed packages should be slit, Power level 3 is pierced or vented AFTER...
Page 19: Defrosting Guide
Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 3 to 5 min. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 8 min. Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 5 to 7 min.
Page 20: Express Cook
Operating Instructions Time Features Express Cook This is a quick way to set The power level can be cooking time for 1–6 minutes. changed as time is counting down. Press Press one of the Express POWER LEVEL and Cook pads (from 1 to 6) enter 1–10.
Page 21 Convenience Features Popcorn How to Use the Popcorn How to Adjust the Popcorn Feature Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time 1 Follow package instructions, using Time If you find that the brand of (less time) (more time) Cook if the package is popcorn you use underpops less than 1.75 ounces or...
Page 22 Operating Instructions Convenience Features Reheat The Reheat feature reheats 3 Press 2 or 3 to change the servings of many previously serving size. cooked foods. 4 On some models, press 1 Press REHEAT. START. 2 Select food type 1–6 for NOTE: The serving size may one serving (see Reheat be changed or added after...
Page 23 Beverage The Beverage feature heats Drinks heated with the servings of any beverage. Beverage feature may be very hot. Remove the Press BEVERAGE. The container with care. oven starts immediately. On some models, the serving size is automatically set at 1, but can be changed by pressing 2 or 3 right after pressing BEVERAGE.
Page 24: Auto Defrost
Operating Instructions Convenience Features Auto Defrost The Defrost Auto/Time Conversion Guide feature gives you two ways If the weight of food is to defrost frozen foods. stated in pounds and Press DEFROST ounces, the ounces must AUTO/TIME once for be converted to tenths Auto Defrost or twice for (.1) of a pound.
Page 25: Other Features
Other Features Your Model May Have Help (On some models) The HELP pad displays feature information and helpful hints. Press HELP, then select a feature pad. Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display “FOOD IS READY”...
Page 26: Scroll Speed
Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Scroll Speed (On some models) The scroll speed of the display can be changed. Press and hold the AM/PM pad about 3 seconds to bring up the display. Select 1–5 for slow to fast scroll speed.
Page 27 Timer On/Off Timer On/Off operates as When time is up, the oven a minute timer and can be will signal. To turn off the used at any time, even timer signal, press TIMER when the oven is operating. ON/OFF. 1 Press TIMER ON/OFF. NOTE: The timer indicator will be lit while the timer 2 Enter time you want to...
Page 28 Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Child Lock-Out You may lock the control To lock or unlock the panel to prevent the controls, press and hold microwave from being CLEAR/OFF for about accidentally started or used 3 seconds. When the by children.
Page 29: Beeper Volume
Surface Light Press to turn the surface On some models, there is light on or off. a night light option. Press SURFACE LIGHT once for bright light, twice for the night light or three times to turn the light off. Beeper Volume (On some models) The beeper sound level...
Page 30 Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Shelf (on some models) How to Use the Shelf Food microwaves best When Microwaving when placed on the turntable or on the shelf in the lower position. Only use the shelf when reheating on more than one level.
Page 31 Shelf and Reheating • To reheat on 2 levels • To reheat 2 dishes on the lower level: Switch places after 1/2 time. 1 Multiply reheat time by 1 2 Switch places after 1/2 the time. Switch places after 1/2 time.
Page 32: Helpful Information
Helpful Information Microwave Terms Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the microwave walls. • metal or foil touching the side of the oven. •...
Page 33: Care And Cleaning
Care and Cleaning Helpful Hints An occasional thorough NOTE: Be certain the power wiping with a solution of is off before cleaning any baking soda and water part of this oven. keeps the inside fresh. How to Clean the Inside Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Removable Turntable and Metal and Plastic Parts on...
Page 34: How To Clean
Helpful Information Care and Cleaning How to Clean the Outside Case bleach or products We recommend against containing chlorine on Clean the outside of the using cleaners with Stainless Steel finishes. microwave with a sudsy ammonia or alcohol, CleanSteel cloth. Rinse and then dry. as they can damage Wipe the window clean Use a clean, soft, light and...
Page 35: Light Bulb Replacement
(WB36X10003), available the plug. the bulb by gently turning. from your GE supplier. 2 Remove the screw from 4 Replace the screw. light cover and lower Connect electrical power the cover.
Page 36: The Exhaust Feature
Helpful Information The Exhaust Feature The Vent Fan The vent fan has a metal Models that recirculate air Charcoal Filter (on some models) reusable grease filter. back into the room also use a charcoal filter. Reusable Grease Filter (on all models) Reusable Grease Filters The reusable grease filter...
Page 37: Charcoal Filter
Order disposable charcoal filter discolored (usually after Part No. WB2X9883 from that helps remove smoke 6–12 months, depending your GE supplier. and odors. on hood usage). To Remove Charcoal Filter To remove the charcoal Remove the top grille by...
Page 38: If Something Goes Wrong
If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service Problem Possible Cause What to Do Oven will not • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. A fuse in your home start may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug Power surge.
Page 39 Things That Are Normal • Steam or vapor escaping • TV-radio interference from around the door. might be noticed while using the microwave. • Light reflection around Similar to the interference door or outer case. caused by other small • Dimming oven light and appliances, it does not change in the blower indicate a problem with...
Page 40 Notes...
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Page 42: Ge Service Numbers
You can also “Ask Our Team of Experts ™ ” your questions, and so much more… Schedule Service Expert GE repair service Or call 800.GE.CARES is only one step away (800.432.2737) during ge.com from your door. Get normal business hours.
Page 43 Individuals qualified Instructions contained Accessories to service their own in this manual cover appliances can have procedures to be ge.com parts or accessories sent performed by any user. directly to their home. Other servicing generally 800.626.2002 (VISA, MasterCard and should be referred...
Page 44: Warranty
Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). What Is Not Covered Warrantor is not responsible for consequential damages. • Service trips to your home to teach you •...

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