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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . .2–9
Owner’s Manual
Operating Instructions
JES2051
Auto Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . .28, 29
Changing the Power Level . . . . . .12
Features of Your
Microwave Oven . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .24–26
Sensor Features . . . . . . . . . . . .20–23
Time Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13–18
Troubleshooting Tips . . . .30, 31
Things That Are Normal
With Your Microwave Oven . . . . .32
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . .Back Cover
Product Registration . . . . . . . . . .33, 34
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #________________________
Serial # ________________________
Find these numbers on a label inside the oven.
MFL38268203 49-40582 04-08 JR
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Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this
Owner’s Manual.
I 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.
I To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
cavity:
– Do not overcook food. Carefully
attend appliance when paper, plastic
or other combustible materials are
placed inside the oven while cooking.
I Do not cover or block any openings
on the appliance.
I Use this appliance only for its
intended use as described in this
manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this appliance.
This microwave oven is specifically
designed to heat, dry or cook food,
and is not intended for laboratory or
industrial use.
– Remove wire twist-ties and metal
handles from paper or plastic
containers before placing them
in 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.
I Do not store this appliance outdoors.
Do not use this product near water—
for example, in a wet basement, near
a swimming pool, near a sink or in
similar locations.
– If materials inside the oven ignite,
keep the oven door closed, turn the
oven off and disconnect the power
cord, or shut off power at the fuse
or circuit breaker panel. If the door
is opened, the fire may spread.
I Keep power cord away from
heated surfaces.
– Do not use the Sensor Features
twice in succession on the same
food portion. If food is undercooked
after the first countdown, use Time
Cook for additional cooking time.
I Do not immerse power cord or
plug in water.
I Do not let power cord hang over
edge of table or counter.
I It is important to keep the area clean
where the door seals against the
microwave. Use only mild, non-
abrasive detergents applied with a
clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.
I This appliance should be serviced
only by qualified service personnel.
Contact nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair or
adjustment.
I As with any appliance, close
supervision is necessary when used
by children.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
ARCING
If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and
correct the problem.
Arcing is the microwave term
for sparks in the oven. Arcing
is caused by:
I Metal, such as twist-ties,
poultry pins or gold-rimmed
dishes, in the microwave.
I Metal or foil touching the side
I Recycled paper towels
of the oven.
containing small metal pieces
being used in the microwave.
I Foil not molded to food
(upturned edges act like
antennas).
FOODS
I Do not pop popcorn in your
microwave oven unless in a
special microwave popcorn
accessory or unless you use
popcorn labeled for use in
microwave ovens.
I 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.
I Some products such as
whole eggs and sealed
containers—for example,
closed jars—are able to
explode and should not be
heated in this microwave
oven. Such use of the
microwave oven could result
in injury.
I Foods with unbroken outer
“skin” such as potatoes, hot
dogs, sausages, tomatoes,
apples, chicken livers and
other giblets, and egg yolks
should be pierced to allow
steam to escape during
cooking.
I 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.
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I Avoid heating baby food in
glass jars, even with the lid off.
Make sure all infant food is
thoroughly cooked. Stir food
to distribute the heat evenly.
Be careful to prevent scalding
when warming formula. The
container may feel cooler
than the formula really is.
Always test the formula before
feeding the baby.
I Superheated water
Liquids, such as water, coffee
or tea are able to be overheated
beyond the boiling point without
appearing to be boiling. Visible
bubbling or boiling when the
container is removed from the
microwave oven is not always
present. THIS COULD RESULT
IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS
SUDDENLY BOILING OVER
WHEN THE CONTAINER IS
DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR
OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED
INTO THE LIQUID.
I Don’t defrost frozen beverages
in narrow-necked bottles
(especially carbonated
beverages). Even if the
container is opened, pressure
can build up. This can cause
the container to burst,
To reduce the risk of injury to
persons:
possibly resulting in injury.
— Do not overheat the liquid.
I 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.
— Stir the liquid both before and
halfway through heating it.
— Do not use straight-sided
containers with narrow necks.
— After heating, allow the
container to stand in the
microwave oven for a short
time before removing the
container.
I Do not overcook potatoes.
They could dehydrate and
catch fire, causing damage
to your oven.
— Use extreme care when
inserting a spoon or other
utensil into the container.
I Cook meat and poultry
thoroughly—meat to at
least an INTERNAL
temperature of 160°F
and poultry to at least an
INTERNAL temperature of
180°F. Cooking to these
temperatures usually protects
against foodborne illness.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
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
for microwaving.”
I Do not use recycled paper
products. Recycled paper
towels, napkins and waxed
paper may contain metal
flecks which could cause
arcing or ignite. Paper
products containing nylon
or nylon filaments should
be avoided, as they may
also ignite.
I 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.
I If you are not sure if a dish is
microwave-safe, use this test:
Place in the oven both the dish
you are testing and a glass
measuring cup filled with 1
cup of water—set the
measuring cup either in or
next to the dish. Microwave
1 minute at high. If the dish
heats, it should not be used for
microwaving.
I Do not use the microwave to
dry newspapers.
I Not all plastic wrap is suitable
for use in microwave ovens.
Check the package for
proper use.
If the dish remains cool and
only the water in the cup
heats, then the dish is
microwave-safe.
I 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.
I If you use a meat
thermometer while cooking,
make sure it is safe for use
in microwave ovens.
I 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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I “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.
I 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.
Follow these guidelines:
Use microwave-safe
plastics only and use
them in strict compliance
with the cookware
manufacturer’s
I Use foil only as directed in this
manual. TV dinners may be
microwaved in foil trays less
than 3/4″ high; remove the top
foil cover and return the tray
to the box. When using foil in
the microwave oven, keep the
foil at least 1 inch away from
the sides of the oven.
recommendations.
Do not microwave empty
containers.
Do not permit children
to use plastic cookware
without complete
supervision.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be 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.
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.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is your personal
responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly
grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground)
prong from the power cord.
We do not recommend using an extension cord with this appliance.
If the power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service
technician install an outlet near the appliance. (See WARNING—
EXTENSION CORDS section.)
For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet
to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit
breaker.
NOTE: Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance.
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WARNING!
EXTENSION CORDS
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—
The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at
least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and
it must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet;
The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape
over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over unintentionally.
If you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the
blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking
times may be longer, too.
NOTICE: PACEMAKERS
Most pacemakers are shielded from interference from electronic
products, including microwaves. However, patients with pacemakers
may wish to consult their physicians if they have concerns.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY
INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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About the features of your microwave oven.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from
your model.
1200 Watts
Features of the Oven
Door Latches.
Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be
viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.
Convenience Guide.
Touch Control Panel and Display.
Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door.
Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be
in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed
for cleaning.
NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the
inside walls of the microwave oven.
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You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto
feature.
Cooking Controls
Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.
Time Features
Press
Enter
Time Cook
Press once or twice
Amount of cooking time
Defrost Auto/Time
Press twice
Amount of defrosting time
Express Cook
Add 30 Sec
Power Level
Starts immediately!
Starts immediately!
Power level 1–10
Sensor Features and Auto Feature
Press
Enter
Option
Popcorn
Beverage
Reheat
Chicken/Fish
Press once (chicken pieces)
Press twice (fish fillets)
Starts immediately! more/less time
Starts immediately!
Starts immediately! more/less time
Starts immediately! more/less time
Potato
Starts immediately! more/less time
Vegetable
Starts immediately!
more/less time
more/less time
more/less time
(on some models)
Press once (fresh vegetables)
Press twice (frozen vegetables)
Press three times (canned vegetables)
Defrost Auto/Time
Press once
Food weight
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About changing the power level.
The power level may be entered or changed immediately
after entering the feature time for Time Cook, Time Defrost
or Express Cook. The power level may also be changed
during time countdown.
Press Time Cook or select Time Defrost.
Enter cooking or defrosting time.
Press Power Level.
Select desired power level 1–10.
Press START.
Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave
cooking. The power levels on the microwave oven can
be compared to the surface units on a range. 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. Most cooking will be done on High (power level 10)
which gives you 100% power. Power level 10 will cook
faster but food may need more frequent stirring, rotating
or turning over. A lower setting will cook more evenly and
need less stirring or rotating of the food. Some foods may
have better flavor, texture or appearance if one of the
lower settings is used. Use a lower power level when
cooking foods that have a tendency to boil over, such
as scalloped potatoes.
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.
Here are some examples of uses for various power levels:
High 10: Fish, bacon, vegetables, boiling liquids.
Med-High 7: Gentle cooking of meat and poultry; baking
casseroles and reheating.
Medium 5: Slow cooking and tenderizing for stews and
less tender cuts of meat.
Low 2 or 3: Defrosting; simmering; delicate sauces.
Warm 1: Keeping food warm; softening butter.
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About the time features.
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.
Press Time Cook.
Enter cooking time.
Change power level if you don’t want full
power. (Press Power Level. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
Press START.
You may open the door during Time Cook to check
the food. Close the door and press START to resume
cooking.
Time Cook II
Lets you change power levels automatically during
cooking. Here’s how to do it:
Press Time Cook.
Enter the first cook time.
Change the power level if you don’t want full
power. (Press Power Level. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
Press Time Cook again.
Enter the second cook time.
Change the power level if you don’t want full
power. (Press Power Level. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
Press START.
At the end of Time Cook I, Time Cook II counts down.
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About the time features.
Cooking Guide for Time Cook
NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted.
Vegetable
Amount
Time
Comments
Asparagus
(fresh spears)
1 lb.
5 to 8 min.,
In 11⁄2-qt. oblong glass baking
Med-High (7) dish, place 1/4 cup water.
(frozen spears) 10-oz. package 4 to 7 min.
In 1-qt. casserole.
Beans
(fresh green)
(frozen green)
(frozen lima)
1 lb. cut in half 10 to 15 min. In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place
1/2 cup water.
10-oz. package 4 to 8 min.
10-oz. package 4 to 8 min.
In 1-qt. casserole, place
2 tablespoons water.
In 1-qt. casserole, place
1/4 cup water.
Beets
(fresh, whole)
1 bunch
16 to 22 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place
1/2 cup water.
Broccoli
(fresh cut)
1 bunch
5 to 9 min.
In 2-qt. casserole, place
1/2 cup water.
(11⁄4 to 11⁄2 lbs.)
(fresh spears)
1 bunch
7 to 11 min.
In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish,
place 1/4 cup water.
(11⁄4 to 11⁄2 lbs.)
(
frozen,
10-oz. package 4 to 7 min.
In 1-qt. casserole.
chopped)
(frozen spears) 10-oz. package 4 to 7 min.
In 1-qt. casserole, place
3 tablespoons water.
Cabbage
(fresh)
1 medium head 6 to 10 min.
(about 2 lbs.)
In 11⁄2- or 2-qt. casserole, place
1/4 cup water.
(wedges)
5 to 9 min.
In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place
1/4 cup water.
Carrots
(fresh, sliced)
1 lb.
4 to 8 min.
In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place
1/4 cup water.
(frozen)
10-oz. package 3 to 7 min.
In 1-qt. casserole, place
2 tablespoons water.
Cauliflower
(flowerets)
1 medium head 7 to 11 min.
1 medium head 7 to 15 min.
10-oz. package 3 to 7 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.
(fresh, whole)
(frozen)
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Vegetable
Amount
Time
Comments
Corn
(frozen kernel)
10-oz. package 2 to 6 min.
In 1-qt. casserole, place
2 tablespoons water.
Corn on the cob
(fresh)
1 to 5 ears
11
to 4 min. In 2-qt. glass baking dish, place
⁄
4
per ear
corn. If corn is in husk, use no
water; if corn has been husked,
add 1/4 cup water. Rearrange
after half of time.
(frozen)
1 ear
2 to 6 ears
3 to 6 min.
2 to 3 min.
per ear
Place in 2-qt. oblong glass
baking dish. Cover with vented
plastic wrap. Rearrange after
half of time.
Mixed
vegetables
(frozen)
10-oz. package 2 to 6 min.
In 1-qt. casserole, place
3 tablespoons water.
Peas
(fresh, shelled)
2 lbs. unshelled 7 to 10 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place
1/4 cup water.
(frozen)
10-oz. package 2 to 6 min.
In 1-qt. casserole, place
2 tablespoons water.
Potatoes
(fresh, cubed,
white)
4 potatoes
(6 to 8 oz. each)
9 to 12 min. Peel and cut into 1-inch cubes.
Place in 2-qt. casserole with 1/2
cup water. Stir after half of time.
(fresh, whole,
sweet or white)
1 (6 to 8 oz.)
2 to 4 min.
Pierce with cooking fork. Place
in center of the oven. Let stand
5 minutes.
Spinach
(fresh)
10 to 16 oz.
3 to 6 min.
In 2-qt. casserole, place washed
spinach.
(frozen, chopped 10-oz. package 3 to 6 min.
and leaf)
In 1-qt. casserole, place
3 tablespoons water.
Squash
(fresh, summer
and yellow)
(winter, acorn
or butternut)
1 lb. sliced
3 to 5 min.
5 to 9 min.
In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/4
cup water.
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.
1 or 2 squash
(about 1 lb. each)
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About the time features.
Time Defrost
Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See
the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. (Auto Defrost
explained in the About the auto feature section.)
Press Defrost Auto/Time twice.
Enter defrosting time.
Press START.
Turn food over when the oven signals.
Press START.
Power level is automatically set at 3, but can be changed.
You can defrost small items quickly by raising the power
level after entering the time. Power level 7 cuts the total
defrosting time in about half; power level 10 cuts the total
time to approximately 1/3. However, food will need more
frequent attention than usual.
At one half of selected defrosting time, the oven signals
TURN. At this time, turn food over and break apart or
rearrange pieces for more even defrosting. Shield any
warm areas with small pieces of foil.
A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting.
This is normal when oven is not operating at High power.
Defrosting Tips
I Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in
the package. Closed packages should be slit, pierced
or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted. Plastic
storage containers should be partially uncovered.
I 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.
I
Foods that spoil easily should not be allowed to sit
out for more than one hour after defrosting. Room
temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.
I For more even defrosting of larger foods, such as
roasts, use Auto Defrost. Be sure large meats are
completely defrosted before cooking.
I When defrosted, food should be cool but softened in
all areas. If still slightly icy, return to the microwave
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Defrosting Guide
Food
Time
Comments
Breads, Cakes
Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min.
Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min.
Rearrange after half the time.
Fish and Seafood
Fillets, frozen (1 lb.)
6 to 9 min.
Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 3 to 7 min.
Place block in casserole. Turn over
and break up after half the time.
Fruit
Plastic pouch—1 or 2
1 to 5 min.
(10-oz. package)
Meat
Bacon (1 lb.)
2 to 5 min.
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.
Franks (1 lb.)
Ground meat (1 lb.)
4 to 6 min.
Turn meat over after half the time.
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork 9 to 13 min. Use power level 1.
per lb.
Steaks, chops and cutlets 4 to 8 min.
Place unwrapped meat in cooking
per lb.
dish. Turn over after half the time
and shield warm areas with foil.
When finished, separate pieces and
let stand to complete defrosting.
Poultry
Chicken, broiler-fryer
14 to 20 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.
cut up (21⁄2 to 3 lbs.)
Chicken, whole
20 to 25 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. After half
the time, unwrap and turn chicken over.
Shield warm areas with foil. To complete
defrosting, run cold water in the cavity
until giblets can be removed.
(21⁄2 to 3 lbs.)
Cornish hen
7 to 13 min. Place unwrapped hen in the oven
per lb.
breast-side-up. Turn over after first half
of time. Run cool water in the cavity until
giblets can be removed.
Turkey breast (4 to 6 lbs.)
3 to 8 min.
per lb.
Place unwrapped breast in microwave-safe
dish breast-side-down. After 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.
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About the time features.
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.
Add 30 Seconds
You can use this feature two ways:
I It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down
each time the pad is pressed.
I It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds of
cooking time.
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About the auto feature.
Auto Defrost
The Auto/Time Defrost 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
power levels to give even defrosting results for meats,
poultry and fish weighing up to six pounds.
Press Defrost Auto/Time once.
Using the Conversion Guide below, enter food
weight. For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2
pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces).
Press START.
(Time Defrost is explained in the About the time features
section.)
There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the
oven.
Guide
I Remove meat from package and place on microwave-
safe dish.
I Twice during defrost, the oven signals TURN. At each
TURN signal, turn the food over. Remove defrosted
meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil.
I After defrosting, most meats need to stand 5 minutes
to complete defrosting. Large roasts should stand for
about 30 minutes.
Conversion Guide
If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the
ounces must be converted to tenths (.1) of a pound.
Weight of Food in Ounces
Enter Food Weight
(tenths of a pound)
1–2
3
4–5
6–7
8
9–10
11
12–13
14–15
.1
.2
.3
.4
.5
.6
.7
.8
.9
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About the sensor features.
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.
Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession
on the same food portion—it may result in severely
overcooked or burnt food. If food is undercooked
after the countdown, use Time Cook for additional
cooking time.
I The proper containers and covers are essential for
best sensor cooking.
Covered
I Always use microwave-safe containers and cover them
with lids or vented plastic wrap. Never use tight sealing
plastic containers—they can prevent steam from
escaping and cause food to overcook.
Vented
I Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the
inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing
food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam
can mislead the sensor.
Dry off dishes so they don’t
mislead the sensor.
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Popcorn
To use the Popcorn feature:
Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the
package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5
ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center
of the microwave.
(less time)
(more time)
Use only with prepackaged
microwave popcorn weighing
1.75 to 3.5 ounces.
Press Popcorn. The oven starts immediately.
If you open the door while POPCORN is displayed,
SENSOR ERROR will appear. Close the door, press
CLEAR/OFF and begin again.
NOTE: Do not use
this feature twice in
succession on the
same food portion—
it may result in
If food is undercooked after the countdown, use
Time Cook for additional cooking time.
severely overcooked
or burnt food.
How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a
Shorter or Longer Cook Time
If you find that the brand of popcorn you use underpops
or overcooks consistently, you can add or subtract 20–30
seconds to the automatic popping time.
To add time:
After pressing Popcorn, press 9 immediately after the
oven starts for an extra 20 seconds. Press 9 again to add
another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds additional time).
To subtract time:
After pressing Popcorn, press 1 immediately after the
oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time. Press 1
again to reduce cooking time another 10 seconds (total
30 seconds less time).
Beverage
Press Beverage to heat a cup of coffee or other beverage.
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very
hot. Remove the container with care.
NOTE: Do not use
this feature twice in
succession on the
same food portion—
it may result in
If food is undercooked after the countdown, use
Time Cook for additional cooking time.
severely overcooked
or burnt food.
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About the sensor features.
Reheat
The Reheat feature reheats single servings of previously
cooked foods or a plate of leftovers.
Place covered food in the oven. Press Reheat.
The oven starts immediately.
(less time)
(more time)
The oven signals when steam is sensed and the
time remaining begins counting down.
How to Change the
Automatic Settings
Do not open the oven door until time is counting
down. If the door is opened, close it and press START
immediately.
To reduce time by 10%:
Press 1 after the feature pad.
To add 10% to cooking time:
Press 9 after the feature pad.
After removing food from the oven, stir, if possible, to
even out the temperature. Reheated foods may have
wide variations in temperature. Some areas may be
extremely hot.
NOTE: Do not use
this feature twice in
succession on the
same food portion—
it may result in
severely overcooked
or burnt food.
If food is not hot enough after the countdown, use
Time Cook for additional reheating time.
Some Foods Not Recommended for Use With Reheat
It is best to use Time Cook for these foods:
I Bread products.
I Foods that must be reheated uncovered.
I Foods that need to be stirred or rotated.
I Foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface
after reheating.
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Sensor Cooking
Vegetables, Potatoes, Fish, Chicken Pieces
Place covered food in the oven. Press the food
pad. For vegetables, press the Vegetable pad once
for fresh vegetables, twice for frozen vegetables or
three times for canned vegetables. For chicken or
fish, press the Chicken/Fish pad once for chicken
pieces or twice for fish. The oven starts immediately.
Sensor cooking gives you
easy, automatic results with
a variety of foods (see the
Cooking Guide below).
NOTE: Do not use
this feature twice in
succession on the
same food portion—
it may result in
The oven signals when steam is sensed and the
time remaining begins counting down. Turn or stir
the food if necessary.
severely overcooked
or burnt food.
Do not open the oven door until time is counting down. If
the door is opened, close it and press START immediately.
If food is undercooked after the countdown, use
Time Cook for additional cooking time.
How to Change the Automatic Settings (automatic
settings for canned vegetables cannot be adjusted on
some models):
You can adjust the cooking time for all foods to suit your
personal taste.
To reduce time by 10%:
Press 1 within 30 seconds after pressing the food pad.
To add 10% to cooking time:
Press 9 within 30 seconds after pressing the food pad.
Cooking Guide
Food Type
Amount
Comments
Canned Vegetables
Frozen Vegetables
4–16 oz
4–16 oz
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Follow package instructions for adding
water. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Fresh Vegetables
Potatoes
4–16 oz
Add 1/4 cup water per serving.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
1/2–2 lbs
Pierce skin with fork. Place potatoes
on the turntable.
Fish
4–16 oz
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Chicken Pieces
1–8 pieces
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About the other features.
Help
The Help pad displays feature information and helpful
hints. Press Help, then select a feature pad.
Clock
Press to enter the time of day or to check the time
of day while microwaving.
Press Clock.
Enter time of day.
Select AM or PM.
Press START or Clock.
Scroll Speed
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.
Start/Pause
In addition to starting many functions, START/PAUSE
allows you to stop cooking without opening the door
or clearing the display.
Cooking Complete Reminder
To remind you that you have food in the oven,
the oven will display FOOD IS READY and beep once a
minute until you either open the oven door or press
CLEAR/OFF.
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Reminder
The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock,
and can be used at any time, even when the oven is
operating. The Reminder time can be set up to 24
hours later.
Press Reminder
.
Enter the time you want the oven to remind you.
(Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct
time of day.)
Select AM or PM.
Press Reminder. When Reminder signal occurs,
press Reminder to turn it off. The Reminder time
may be displayed by pressing Reminder
.
NOTE: The REM indicator will remain lit to show that the
Reminder is set. To clear the Reminder before it occurs,
press Reminder, then 0. The REM indicator will no longer
be lit.
Delay Start
Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay
cooking up to 24 hours.
Press Delay Start.
Enter the time you want the oven to start. (Be sure
the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.)
Select AM or PM.
Select any combination of Defrost Auto/Time and
Time Cook.
Press START.
The Delay Start time will be displayed plus DS. The oven
will automatically start at the delayed time.
The time of day may be displayed by pressing Clock.
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About the other features.
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,
LOCKED will appear in the display.
Sound Level
The beeper sound level can be adjusted. Press Beeper
Volume. Choose 0–3 for mute to loud.
Timer On/Off
Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer and can be
used at any time, even when the oven is operating.
Press Timer On/Off.
Enter time you want to count down.
Press Timer On/Off to start.
When time is up, the oven will signal. To turn off the timer
signal, press Timer On/Off.
NOTE: The timer indicator will be lit while the timer is
operating.
Display On/Off
To turn the clock display on or off, press and hold 0 for
about 3 seconds. The Display On/Off feature cannot be
used while a cooking feature is in use.
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Microwave terms.
Term
Definition
Arcing
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is
caused by:
I metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
I foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like
antennas).
I metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
I recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
Covering
Shielding
Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce
cooking time. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper
allows excess steam to escape.
In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to
prevent over-browning. When microwaving, you use small strips
of foil to shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs on
poultry, which would cook before larger parts.
Standing Time When you cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes
are allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set. Standing time is
especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a
microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack.
Venting
After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap
by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape.
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Care and cleaning of the microwave oven.
Helpful Hints
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, Metal and Plastic Parts on
the Door
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 or sharp utensils
on oven walls.
To clean the surface of the door and the surface of the
oven that come together upon closing, use only mild,
nonabrasive soaps or detergents using a sponge or soft
cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry.
Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of
your microwave.
Removable Turntable and Turntable Support
To prevent breakage, do not place the turntable into water
just after cooking. Wash it carefully 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.
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How to Clean the Outside
Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on
the microwave oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damage
the appearance of the microwave.
Case
Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth.
Rinse and then dry. Wipe the window clean with a
damp cloth.
Control Panel and Door
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. Some paper towels can also scratch the
control panel.
Door Surface
It’s important to keep the area clean where the
door seals against the microwave. Use only mild,
non-abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge
or soft cloth. Rinse well.
Stainless Steel (on some models)
To clean the surface, use hot soapy water, then rinse
and dry. Do not use steel wool pads or other abrasive
cleaners. They will scratch the surface.
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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Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Problem
Possible Causes
What To Do
Oven will not start
A fuse in your home
may be blown or the
circuit breaker tripped.
• Replace fuse or reset
circuit breaker.
Power surge.
• Unplug the microwave
oven, then plug it back in.
Plug not fully inserted
into wall outlet.
• Make sure the 3-prong
plug on the oven is fully
inserted into wall outlet.
Control panel lighted, yet Door not securely closed. • Open the door and close
oven will not start
securely.
START pad not pressed
after entering cooking
selection.
• Press START.
Another selection entered • Press CLEAR/OFF.
already in oven and
CLEAR/OFF pad not
pressed to cancel it.
Cooking time not entered • Make sure you have
after pressing Time Cook.
entered cooking time
after pressing Time Cook
.
CLEAR/OFF was pressed • Reset cooking program
accidentally. and press START.
Food weight not entered • Make sure you have
after selecting Auto Defrost. entered food weight
after selecting Auto Defrost.
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Problem
Possible Causes
What To Do
“LOCKED” appears in
display
The control has been
locked. (When the control
panel is locked an L will
be displayed.)
• Press and hold CLEAR/OFF
for about three seconds to
unlock the control.
“SENSOR ERROR”
appears in display
again.
During Popcorn, Reheat,
• Close the door, press
CLEAR/OFF and begin
Beverage, Chicken/Fish,
Potato or Vegetable
program, the door was
opened before steam
could be detected.
Steam was not detected
in maximum amount
of time.
• Use Time Cook to heat
for more time.
Food amount too large
for Sensor Reheat
Sensor Reheat is for single • Use Time Cook for large
servings of recommended amounts of food.
foods.
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Before you call for service…
Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
I Steam or vapor escaping from around the door.
I Light reflection around door or outer case.
I Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power
levels other than high.
I Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.
I TV/radio interference might be noticed while using the microwave.
Similar to the interference caused by other small appliances, it
does not indicate a problem with the microwave. Plug the microwave
into a different electrical circuit, move the radio or TV as far away
from the microwave as possible or check the position and signal of
the TV/radio antenna.
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GE Microwave Oven Warranty.
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service
Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician
during normal working hours. To schedule service
on-line, visit us at ge.com or call 800.GE.CARES
(800.432.2737). Please have serial and model
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Any part of the microwave oven which fails due to a
defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited
one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all
labor and related service costs to replace the defective part.
What GE Will Not Cover:
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you how to use the product.
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I Failure of the product or damage to
the product if it is abused, misused
(for example, cavity arcing from wire
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