1000 Watts
Models: JVM1630
JVM1635
JVM1620
JVM1625
Over The Range Microwave Oven
Owner’s Manual
Important Safety Information
2
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy
2
6
Special Notes About Microwaving
Operating Instructions
11
Features of Your Microwave
The Controls on Your Microwave
Time Features
11
12
15
21
23
24
Quick Touch Features
Auto Feature
Other Features
Helpful Information
27
33
Microwave Terms
Care and Cleaning
27
28
If Something Goes Wrong
Before You Call For Service
GE Microvawe Oven Warranty
33
35
Mabe Service Numbers
Back Cover
Mabe Canada Inc.
1-800-561-3344
29-5684 350A4502P682 05/12 ATS
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Welcome
We’re proud of our quality
products and we believe in
dependable service.
You’ll see it in this easy-to-
Best of all, you’ll
use manual and you’ll hear experience these values
it in the friendly voices of
our consumer service
department.
each time you use your
microwave. That’s
important, because your
new microwave will be part
of your family for a long
time.
Start Here!…Before using your Microwave
Write down the model
and serial numbers here.
They are on a label inside
the oven.
Staple your receipt to the
inside back cover of this
manual. You will need it
to obtain service under
warranty.
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
Need Help?
If you do need service, you
can relax knowing help is
only a phone call away.
A list of toll-free customer
service numbers is
included in the back of
this manual.
Read this manual.
It contains instructions to
help you use and maintain
your microwave properly.
Help us
help you
Before you call for service,
there are a few things you
can do to help us serve you
better.
If you received a damaged
oven…immediately contact
the dealer (or builder)
that sold you the oven.
Save time and money.
Check the section titled
“If Something Goes
Wrong” before calling.
This section helps you
solve common problems
that might occur.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL SAFETY
INFORMATION BEFORE USING
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, burns, electric shock, injury to persons or exposure to excessive
microwave energy when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the
following sections.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this
oven with the door open since this
operation can result in harmful
exposure to microwave energy. It
is important not to defeat or
properly and that there is no
damage to the:
(1) DOOR (bent),
(2) HINGES AND LATCHES
(broken or loosened),
(3) DOOR SEALS AND SEALING
SURFACE.
tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between
the oven front face and the door
or allow soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted
or repaired by anyone except
properly qualified service
personnel.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is
damaged. It is particularly
important that the oven door close
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
This microwave oven is cUL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges.
This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
1. Read all instructions before using the
appliance
3. As most cooking appliances, close
supervision is necessary to reduce the
risk of a fire in the oven cavity.
2. Read and follow the specific
“Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy” found
on page 4.
4. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
cavity:
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i) Do not overcook food. Carefully
attend appliance if paper, plastic
or other combustible materials are
placed inside the oven while
cooking.
ii) Remove wire twist-ties and metal
handles from paper or plastic
con-tainers/bags before placing
them in the oven.
11. This appliance should be serviced only
by qualified service technicians.
Contact the nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair or
adjustment.
12. Do not cover or block any openings
on the oven.
13. Do not store this appliance outdoors.
14. Do not use this oven near water – for
example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, or
similar locations.
iii) If materials inside the oven ignite,
keep the oven door closed. Turn
the oven off and unplug the
appliance. Disconnect the power
cord, shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel.
iv) Do not use the oven for storage
purposes. Do not leave paper
products, cooking utensils or food
in the oven when not in use.
15. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
16. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
17. Do not let cord hang over edge of
table counter.
18. When cleaning surfaces of door and
oven that comes together on closing
the door, use only mild, non abrasive
soaps or detergents applied with a
sponge or cloth.
5. This oven must be grounded. Connect
only to properly grounded outlet.
See “Grounding Instructions“ found on
page 10.
19. 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
6. Install or locate this oven only in
accordance with the provided
installation instructions provided.
7. Some products such as whole eggs and
sealed containers - for example. closed
glass jars - are able to explode and
should not be heated in this oven.
8. 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 industrial or
laboratory use.
CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A
SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS
INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
i) Do not overheat the liquid.
ii) Stir the liquid both before and
halfway through heating it.
iii) Do not use straight-sided
containers with narrow necks.
iv) After heating, allow the container
to stand in the microwave oven for
a short time before removing the
container.
9. As with any appliance, close
supervision is necessary when used by
children.
10. Do not operate this oven if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
v) Use extreme care when inserting a
spoon or other utensil into the
container.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING
ARCING
Arcing is the microwave
term for sparks in the
oven. Arcing is caused by:
• Metal, such as twist-ties,
poultry pins, or gold-
rimmed dishes, in the
microwave.
If you see arcing, press
the CLEAR/OFFpad and
correct the problem.
• Metal or foil touching
the side of the oven.
• Recycled paper towels
containing small metal
pieces being used in the
microwave.
• Foil not molded to food
(upturned edges act like
antennas).
FOODS
• Do not pop popcorn in
your microwave oven
unless in a special
microwave popcorn
accessory dish or unless
you use popcorn labeled
for use in microwave
ovens.
• 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.
• Some products such as
whole eggs and sealed
containers – for example, • Foods with unbroken
closed jars – are able to
explode and should not
be heated in this
microwave oven. Heating
these products in the
microwave oven could
result in injury.
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.
• 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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• 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 or
breast milk. The container
may feel cooler than the
milk really is. Always test
the milk before feeding
the baby.
• 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,
possibly resulting in
injury.
SAFETY FACT
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.
• 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
• Do not overcook
potatoes. They could
dehydrate and catch fire,
causing damage to your
oven.
following: before
removing the container
from the oven, allow the
container to stand in the
oven for 30 to 40 seconds
after the oven has shut
off. Do not boil liquids in
narrownecked containers
such as soft drink bottles,
wine flasks and especially
narrow-necked coffee
cups. Even if the
• Cook meat and poultry
thoroughly – meat to at
least an INTERNAL
temperature of 160°F
(71° C) and poultry to at
least an INTERNAL
temperature of 180°F
(82° C). Cooking to these
temperatures usually
protects against
container is opened,
excessive steam can build
up and cause it to burst
or overflow.
foodborne illness.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING
MICROWAVE-
SAFE
COOKWARE
Make sure all cookware
used in your microwave
oven is suitable for
• If you use a meat
thermometer while
cooking, make sure it is
safe for use in microwave
ovens.
• 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.
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
• 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.
• Cookware may become
hot because of heat
transferred from the
heated food. Pot holders
may be needed to handle
the cookware.
microwaving.”
• “Boilable” cooking
pouches and tightly
• 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.
closed plastic bags should
be slit, pierced or vented
as directed by package. If
they are not, plastic could
burst during or
How to test for a
microwave-safe dish.
• 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.
immediately after
cooking, possibly
resulting in injury. Also,
plastic storage containers
should be at least
• Do not use the
microwave to dry
newspapers.
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.
• Not all plastic wrap is
suitable for use in micro-
wave 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.
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Follow these guidelines:
• Use foil only as directed
in this manual. TV
• 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
1 Use microwave-safe
plastics only and use
them in strict
compliance with the
cookware manufacturer’s
recommendations.
dinners may be
microwaved in foil trays
less than 3/4” (1.9 cm)
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” (2.5 cm) away
from the sides of the
oven.
2 Do not microwave empty
containers.
3 Do not permit children
to use plastic cookware
without complete
overcooking. In longer
exposures to over-
cooking, the food and
cookware could ignite.
supervision.
THE VENT FAN
Take care to prevent the
starting and spreading of
accidental cooking fires
while the vent fan is in use.
by covering the pan
completely with a lid, a
cookie sheet or a flat tray.
• Never leave surface units
beneath your microwave
oven unattended at high
heat settings. Boilovers
cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite
and spread if the
microwave vent fan is
operating. To minimize
automatic fan operation,
use adequate sized
• Use care when cleaning
the vent fan filters.
Corrosive cleaning
agents, such as lye-based
oven cleaners, may
damage the filters.
• Clean the underside of
the microwave often. Do
not allow grease to build
up on the microwave or
the fan filters.
• In the event of a grease
fire on the surface units
below the microwave
oven, smother a flaming
pan on the surface unit
• When preparing flaming
foods under the
microwave, turn the fan
on.
cookware and use high
heat on surface units only
when necessary.
RADIO INTERFERENCE
1. Operation of the
microwave oven may
cause interference to
your radio, TV or similar
equipment.
1)Clean door and
sealing surface of the
oven.
4)Move the microwave
oven away from the
receiver.
5)Plug the microwave
oven into a different
outlet so that
microwave oven and
receiver are on
different branch
circuits.
2)Reorient the
receiving antenna of
radio or television.
3)Relocate the
microwave oven with
respect to the
2. When there is
interference, it may be
reduced or eliminated
by taking the following
measures:
receiver.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS/OPTIONAL KITS
GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance is equipped
with a power cord having a
grounding wire with a
Do not under any
circumstances cut or
remove the third (ground)
prong from the power
cord.
grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an
outlet that is properly
Do not use an adapter
plug with this appliance.
installed and grounded.
Ensure proper ground
exists before use.
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.
Do not use 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.
WARNING
Improper use of the
grounding plug can result in
a risk of electric shock.
For best operation, plug
this appliance into its own
electrical outlet to prevent
flickering of lights, blowing
of fuse or tripping of
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.
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.
circuit breaker.
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Operating Instructions
Features of Your Microwave
(Throughout this manual, features and appearance
may vary from your model.)
Features
3
2
1
4
6
5
5
6
7
1000 Watts
1 Door Handle. Pull to
3 Window with Metal
Shield. Screen allows
cooking to be viewed
while keeping
microwaves confined in
the oven.
6 Grease Filters.
open the door. The
7 Removable Turntable.
door must be securely
latched for the
microwave to operate.
Turntable and support
must be in place when
using the oven. The
turntable may be
2 Door Latches.
4 Touch Control Panel.
You must set the clock
before using the
microwave.
removed for cleaning.
NOTE: Rating plate, oven
vent(s) and oven light are
located on the inside walls
of the microwave oven.
5 Cooktop Lights.
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Quick Start
The Controls on Your Microwave Oven
(Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.)
You can
microwave by
time or with the
convenience
features.
1
Time Features
Time Cooking
Press
Enter
TIME COOK (Press once or twice)
Amount of cooking time.
DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press once or twice) Amount of defrosting weight or time.
EXPRESS COOK
POWER LEVEL
ADD 30 SEC
Starts immediately!
Power level 1–10.
Starts immediately!
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2
Quick Touch Features
Table A
Press
Enter
Start
POPCORN
Press START.
Press once
Press twice
Press 3 times
1 (1.75 oz./50 g)
2 (3.0 oz./85 g)
3 (3.5 oz./100 g)
BAKED POTATO
Press once
Press twice
Press 3 times
BEVERAGE
Press once
Press twice
Press 3 times
Press START.
Press START.
Press START.
1 (7.1 oz./201 g)
2 (14.2 oz./402 g)
3 (21.3 oz./604 g)
1
2
3
REHEAT
Press once
Press twice
Press 3 times
1 (8 oz./227 g)
2 (16 oz./454 g)
3 (24 oz./681 g)
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Operating Instructions
Changing Power
Levels
Variable power levels add
microwave flexibility to
microwave cooking. The
power levels on the
microwave oven can be
compared to the surface
units on a range.
High (power level 10) or
full power is the fastest way
to cook. Each power level
gives you microwave
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 micro-
wave energy did not cycle
off, the outside of the food
would cook before the
energy a certain percent of inside was defrosted.
the time. Power level 7 is
Here are some examples
microwave energy 70% of
of uses for various power
How to Change the
Power Level
the time. Power level 3 is
levels:
energy 30% of the time.
The power level may be
entered or changed
immediately after
entering the feature
time for TIME COOK.
The power level may
also be changed during
time countdown.
A high setting (10) will
cook faster but food may
need more frequent
stirring, rotating or turning
over. Most cooking will be
done on High (power 10).
A lower setting will cook
more evenly and need less
stirring or rotating of the
food.
Power Level Best Uses
High 10
Fish, bacon,
vegetables,
boiling liquids.
Med-High 7 Gentle cooking
of meat and
poultry; baking
casseroles and
reheating.
1 Press TIME COOK.
2 Enter cooking time.
3 Press POWER LEVEL.
4 Select desired power
level 1–10.
Medium 5
Slow cooking
and tenderizing
such as stews
and less tender
cuts of meat.
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.
5 Press START.
Low 3
Defrosting
without cooking;
simmering;
delicate sauces.
Warm 1
Keeping food
warm without
overcooking;
softening butter.
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Time Features
Time Cook
Time Cook I
Time Cook II
Allows you to
Lets you change power
levels automatically during
cooking. Here’s how to
do it:
microwave for any
time up to 99 minutes
and 99 seconds.
Power 10 (High) is
automatically set, but you
may change it for more
flexibility.
1 Press TIME COOK.
2 Enter the first cook time.
3 Change the power level
if you don’t want full
power. (Press POWER
LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
You may open the door
during Time Cook to
check the food. Close the
door and press START to
resume cooking.
1 Press TIME COOK.
2 Enter cooking time.
4 Press TIME COOK.
5 Enter the second cook
3 Change power level
if you don’t want full
power. (Press POWER
LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
time.
6 Change the power level
if you don’t want full
power. (Press POWER
LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
4 Press START.
7 Press START.
At the end of Time Cook I,
Time Cook II counts down.
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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. (454 g)
6 to 9 min.,
In 1½-qt. (1.5 L) glass baking dish,
Med-High (7) place ¼ cup (60 mL) water.
(frozen spears)
10-oz (283 g) package
5 to 7 min.
In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole.
Beans
(fresh green)
1 lb. (454 g) cut in half
10-oz (283 g) package
10-oz (283 g) package
9 to 10 min.
6 to 8 min.
6 to 8 min.
In 1½-qt. (1.5 L) casserole, place
¼ cup (120 mL) water.
(frozen green)
(frozen lima)
In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place
2 tablespoons (30 mL) water.
In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place ¼ cup
(60 mL) water.
Beets
(fresh, whole)
1 bunch
17 to 21 min. In 2-qt. (2 L) casserole, place ½ cup
(120 mL) water.
Broccoli
(fresh cut)
1 bunch
1¼ to 1½ lbs. (570 to 680 g)
7 to 10 min.
9 to 13 min.
In 2-qt. (2 L) casserole, place ½ cup
(120 mL) water.
(fresh spears)
1 bunch
1¼to 1½ lbs. (570 to 680 g)
In 2-qt. (2 l) glass baking dish, place
¼ cup (60 mL) water.
(frozen, chopped) 10-oz (283 g) package
5 to 7 min.
5 to 7 min.
In 1-qt. (1L) casserole.
(frozen spears)
10-oz (283 g) package
In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place
3 tablespoons (45 mL) water.
Cabbage
(fresh)
1 medium head
about 2 lbs. (900 g)
8 to 11 min.
7 to 10 min.
In 1½- or 2-qt. (1.5 or 2 L) casserole,
place ¼ cup (60 mL) water.
(wedges)
In 2- or 3-qt. (2 or 3 L) casserole,
place ¼ cup (60 mL) water.
Carrots
(fresh, sliced)
1 lb. (454 g)
7 to 9 min.
5 to 7 min.
In 1½-qt. (1.5 L) casserole, place
¼ cup (60 mL) water.
(frozen)
10-oz (283 g) package
In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place
2 tablespoons (30 mL) water.
Cauliflower
(flowerets)
1 medium head
9 to 14 min.
In 2-qt. (2 L) casserole, place ½ cup
(120 mL) water.
(fresh, whole)
(frozen)
1 medium head
10 to 17 min. In 2-qt. (2 l) casserole, place ½ cup
(120 mL) water.
10-oz (283 g) package
5 to 7 min.
In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place
2 tablespoons (30 mL) water.
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Vegetable
Amount
Time
Comments
Corn
(frozen kernel) 10-oz (283 g) package
5 to 7 min.
In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place
2 tablespoons (30 mL) water.
Corn on the cob
(fresh)
1 to 5 ears
3 to 4 min.
per ear
In 2-qt. (2 L) oblong glass baking dish, place
corn. If corn is in husk, use no water; if
corn has been husked, add ¼ cup (60 mL)
water. Rearrange after half of time.
(frozen)
1 ear
2 to 6 ears
5 to 6 min.
3 to 4 min.
per ear
Place in 2-qt. (2 L) oblong glass baking dish.
Cover with vented plastic wrap.
Rearrange after half of time.
Mixed
vegetables
(frozen)
10-oz (283 g) package
5 to 7 min.
In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place 3 tablespoons
(45 mL) water.
Peas
(fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. (900 g) unshelled 9 to 12 min. In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place ¼ cup water.
(frozen)
10-oz (283 g) package
5 to 7 min.
In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place 2 tablespoons
(30 ml) water.
Potatoes
(fresh, cubed,
white)
4 potatoes
6 to 8 oz each
(170 to 227 g)
9 to 12 min. Peel and cut into 1” (2,5 cm) cubes. Place in
2-qt. (2 L) casserole with ½ cup (120 mL)
water. Stir after half of time.
(fresh, whole,
sweet or white) (170 to 227 g)
1 – 6 to 8 oz
3 to 4 min.
Pierce with cooking fork. Place in center of
the oven. Let stand 5 minutes.
Spinach
(fresh)
10 to 16 oz
(283 to 454 g)
5 to 7 min.
5 to 7 min.
In 2-qt. (2 L) casserole, place washed
spinach.
(frozen,
chopped
and leaf)
10-oz (283 g) package
In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place 3 tablespoons
(45 mL) water.
Squash
(fresh, summer 1 lb. (454 g) sliced
and yellow)
5 to 7 min.
In 1½-qt. (1.5 L) casserole, place ¼ cup
(60 mL) water.
(winter, acorn, 1 to 2 squash
8 to 11 min. Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes.
In 2-qt. (2 L) oblong glass baking dish, place
squash cut-side-down. Turn cut-side-up
after 4 minutes.
butternut)
about 1 lb. (454 g)each
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Operating Instructions
Time Features
Time Defrost
Allows you to defrost for
the length of time you
select. See the Defrosting
Guide for suggested times.
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. Plastic storage
containers should be at
least partially uncovered.
Power 3 is automatically
set, but you may change
this for more flexibility.
You may defrost small
items more quickly by
raising the power level
after entering the time.
However, they will need
more frequent attention
than usual.
• Family-size, prepackaged
frozen dinners can be
defrosted and micro-
waved. If the food is in a
foil container, transfer it
to a microwave-safe dish.
1 Press DEFROST
AUTO/TIME twice.
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.
2 Enter defrosting time.
3 Press START.
• 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.
4 Turn food over when
the oven signals.
5 Press START.
A dull thumping noise may
be heard during
defrosting. This sound is
normal when the oven is
not operating at High
power.
(Auto Defrost explained
in the section on Quick
Touch Features.)
• For more even defrosting
of large foods, such as
beef, lamb and veal
roasts, use Auto Defrost.
• Be sure large meats are
completely defrosted
before cooking.
• When defrosted, food
should be cool but
softened in all areas. If
still slightly icy, return to
the microwave very
briefly, or let it stand a
few minutes.
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Defrosting Guide
Food
Time
Comments
Breads, Cakes
Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece)
1 min.
Sweet rolls approx. 12 oz (340 g) 3 to 5 min.
Fish and Seafood
Fillets, frozen 1 lb. (454 g)
6 to 8 min.
Shellfish, small pieces 1 lb. (454 g) 5 to 7 min.
Place block in casserole. Turn over
and break up after half the time.
Fruit
Plastic pouch – 1 to 2
3 to 6 min.
10-oz (283 g) package
Meat
Bacon 1 lb. (454 g)
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. (454 g)
Ground meat 1 lb. (454 g)
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork
5 to 7 min.
Turn meat over after half the time.
12 to 16 min. Turn meat over after half the time.
per lb./454 g
Steaks, chops and cutlets
5 to 7 min.
Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish.
per lb./454 g 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 cut up
2½ to 3 lbs. (1.1 to 1.4 kg)
15 to 19 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap
and turn over after half the time. When
finished, separate pieces and microwave
2 to 4 minutes more, if necessary.
Let stand to finish defrosting.
Chicken, whole
2½ to 3 lbs. (1.1 to 1.4 kg)
17 to 21 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. After
half the time, unwrap and turn chicken
over. Shield warm areas with foil. Finish
defrosting. If necessary, run cold water
in the cavity until giblets can be
removed.
Cornish hen
7 to 13 min.
Place unwrapped hen in the oven
per lb./454 g breast-side up. Turn over after half the
time. Run cool water in the cavity until
giblets can be removed.
Turkey breast
4 to 6 lbs. (1.8 to 2.7 kg)
5 to 9 min.
Place unwrapped breast in dish
per lb./454 g breast-side down. After half the time,
turn over and shield warm areas with
foil. Finish defrosting. Let stand 1 to
2 hours in refrigerator to complete
defrosting.
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Operating Instructions
Time Features
Express Cook
The power level can be
changed as time is
counting down. Press
POWER LEVEL and enter
1-10.
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.
Add 30 Seconds
You can use this feature
two ways:
• It will add 30 seconds to
the time counting down
each time the pad is
pressed.
• It can be used as a quick
way to set 30 seconds of
cooking time.
Note: This function does
not apply to the Defrost
and Express Cook
functions.
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Quick Touch Features
Beverage
Drinks heated with the
Beverage feature may be
very hot. Remove the
container with care.
1. The Beverage feature
heats 1 to 3 servings of
any beverage.
2 Press BEVERAGE. The
oven starts immediately.
The serving size is
automatically set at 1,
but but you may change
it for more flexibility
(see Table A).
3 Press START.
Popcorn
How to Use the Popcorn
Feature
Important:
1 Follow package
instructions, using Time
Cook if the package is
less than 1.75 ounces
(50 g) or larger than
3.5 ounces (100 g). Place
the package of popcorn
in the center of the
microwave.
Never leave the microwave
oven unattended during
the cooking of popcorn.
Important:
Light Popcorn does not
contain as much cooking
ingredients (oil, butter,
etc) as Regular type
popcorn, so cooking
time will be substantially
reduced. When the
popping action slows
down or stops, stop the
microwave oven
2 Press POPCORN. The
oven starts immediately.
Tap POPCORN to select
the bag size you are
cooking.
3 Press START.
immediately, otherwise
the popcorn will overcook,
burn and possibly catch
on fire.
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Operating Instructions
Quick Touch Features
Reheat
1 The Reheat feature heats 3 Press START.
1 to 3 servings food
(8 Oz).
2 Press REHEAT. The
serving size is
automatically set at 1,
but you may change it
for more flexibility (see
table A).
Baked Potato
1 The Potato feature heats
1 to 3 servings of any
potato.
3 Press START.
2 Press BAKED POTATO.
The serving size is
automatically set at 1,
but you may change it
for more flexibility (see
table A).
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Auto Feature
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.
• Remove meat from
package and place on
microwave-safe dish.
• After defrosting, most
meats need to stand
5 minutes to complete
defrosting. Large roasts
should stand for about
30 minutes.
Auto Defrost automatically
sets the defrosting times
and power level to give
even defrosting results for
meats, poultry and fish
weighing up to six pounds.
1 Press DEFROST
AUTO/TIME once.
2 Using the Conversion
Guide at right, enter
food weight. For
example, press pads 1
and 2 for 1.2 pounds
(1 pound, 3 ounces/544 g).
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
Weight of Food
in Grams
Enter Food Weight
(tenths of a pound)
3 Press START.
(Time Defrost is
explained in the Time
Features section.)
1–2
3
28-56
85
.1
.2
.3
.4
.5
.6
.7
.8
.9
4–5
6–7
8
113–142
170–200
225
9–10
11
255–283
312
12–13
14–15
340–370
400–425
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Operating Instructions
Other Features
Cooking Complete
Reminder
To remind you that you
have food in the oven, the
oven will beep five times.
Clock
Press to enter the time of
day or to check the time of
day while microwaving.
1 Press CLOCK.
2 Press CLOCK to select
AM or PM.
3 Enter time of day.
4 Press CLOCK.
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Timer On/Off
When time is up, the oven
will signal and display
“OFF”. To turn off the
timer signal, press TIMER
ON/OFF.
1 Press TIMER ON/OFF.
2 Enter time you want.
3 Press TIMER ON/OFF
to start.
NOTE: The timer indicator
will be lit while the
timer is operating.
Start/Pause
In addition to starting
many functions,
START/PAUSE allows you
to stop cooking without
opening the door or
clearing the display.
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Operating Instructions
Other Features
Child Lock-Out
You may lock the control
panel to prevent the
To lock or unlock the
controls, press and hold
CLEAR/OFFfor about
microwave from being
accidentally started or used three seconds. When the
by children.
control panel is locked,
a lock symbol will be
displayed.
Vent Fan
The vent fan removes
steam and other vapors
from surface cooking.
Press VENT FAN once for
high fan speed, twice for
low fan speed or a third
time to turn the fan off.
Surface Light
Press SURFACE LIGHT to
turn the surface light on or
off.
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Helpful Information
Microwave Terms
Term
Definition
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 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
Venting
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.
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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Helpful Information
Care and Cleaning
Helpful Hints
Open the over door a few
minutes after cooking to
air out the inside. An
occasional thorough
NOTE: Be certain the power
is off before cleaning any
part of this oven.
wiping with a solution of
baking soda and water
keeps the inside fresh.
How to Clean
the Inside
Walls, Floor, Inside Window,
Metal and Plastic Parts on
the Door
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.
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.
Never use a commercial
oven cleaner on any part
of your microwave.
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How to Clean
the Outside
Outer Case
Bottom
Do not use cleaners
containing ammonia or
alcohol on the microwave
oven. Ammonia or alcohol
can damage the
Clean the outside of the
microwave with a sudsy
cloth. Rinse and then dry.
Wipe the window clean
with a damp cloth.
appearance of the
microwave.
Control Panel and Door
Clean off the grease and
dust on the bottom often.
Use a solution of warm
water and detergent.
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,
nonabrasive detergents
applied with a clean
sponge or soft cloth. Rinse
well.
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Helpful Information
Light Bulb Replacement
Cooktop Lights
1 To replace the bulb(s),
3 Be sure the bulb(s) to be
replaced are cool before
removing. After breaking
the adhesive seal,
Replace the burned-out
bulb with a 40-watt
incandescent bulb
(WB36X10003), available
from your local parts
store.
first disconnect the
power at the main fuse
or circuit breaker panel
or pull the plug.
remove the bulb by
gently turning.
2 Remove the screw at the
front of the light cover
and lower the cover.
4 Replace the screw.
Connect electrical power
to the oven.
Remove screw
Oven Light
1 To replace the oven
light, first disconnect the
power at the main fuse
or circuit breaker panel
or pull the plug.
3 Next, remove the screw
located above the door
near the center of the
oven that secures the
light housing.
Replace the burned-out
bulb with a 40-watt
incandescent bulb
(WB36X10003), available
from your local parts
store.
2 Remove the grille by
taking out the 2 screws
that hold it in place.
4 Replace the screw.
Connect electrical power
to the oven.
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The Exhaust Feature
The Vent Fan
Charcoal Filter
(on some models)
The vent fan has 2 metal
reusable grease filters.
Models that recirculate air
back into the room also
use a charcoal filter.
Reusable Grease Filters
(on all models)
Reusable Grease
Filters
The metal filters trap
grease released by foods
on the cooktop. They also
prevent flames from foods
on the cooktop from
damaging the inside of the
microwave.
For this reason, the filters
must ALWAYS be in place
when the hood is used.
The grease filters should
be cleaned once a month,
or as needed.
Removing and
Cleaning the Filter
To remove, slide it to the
left/right using the tab.
Pull it down and out.
Rinse, shake and let it dry
before replacing.
To replace, slide the filter
in the frame slot on the
left/right of the opening.
Pull up and to the
left/right to lock into
place.
To clean the grease filter,
soak it and then swish it
around in hot water and
detergent. Don’t use
ammonia or ammonia
products because they will
darken the metal. Light
brushing can be used to
remove embedded dirt.
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Helpful Information
Charcoal Filter
(on some models)
If the model is not vented
to the outside, the air will
be recirculated through a
disposable charcoal filter
that helps remove smoke
and odors.
The charcoal filter should
be replaced when it is
noticeably dirty or
discolored (usually after
6 to 12 months, depending
on hood usage).
The charcoal filter
cannot be cleaned. It
must be replaced.
To Install
Charcoal Filter
When installing the
4 Lower the filter until the
bottom section is
secured in place with the
lower bracket tabs.
5 Replace the grille and
retaining screws.
charcoal filter, disconnect
power at the main fuse or
circuit breaker panel or
pull the plug.
1 Remove the 2 retaining
screws from top air grille
and detach it from
microwave.
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2 Discard plastic wrapping
from new charcoal filter
and install upwards at a
45° angle.
3 Push filter inward until
secured beneath the top
center tabs of the filter
mounting bracket.
To Remove
Charcoal Filter
When removing the
charcoal filter, disconnect
power at the main fuse or
circuit breaker panel or
pull the plug.
2 Gently pull back on the
lower bracket tabs and
lift the bottom portion
of filter upward to
release it from the filter
bracket and remove.
3 Follow steps listed in “To
Install Charcoal Filter” to
replace the charcoal
filter.
1 Remove the 2 retaining
screws from top air grille
and detach it from
microwave.
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If Something Goes Wrong
Before You Call For Service
Problem
Possible Cause
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.
Floor of the oven is
warm, even when
the oven has not
been used
The cooktop light is
located below the oven
floor. When the light
is on, the heat it
produces may make the
oven floor get warm.
• This is normal.
“LOCKED” appears
on display
The control has been
locked.
• Press and hold CLEAR/OFFfor about
3 seconds to unlock the control.
You hear an
unusual, low-tone
beep
You have tried to start
the Reminder without
a valid time of day.
• Start over and enter a valid time
of day.
You have tried to change • Many of the oven’s features are preset
the power level when it
is not allowed.
and cannot be changed.
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If Something Goes Wrong
Things That
Are Normal
• Steam or vapor escaping
from around the door.
• TV-radio interference
might be noticed while
using the microwave.
• Light reflection around
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.
door or outer case.
• Dimming oven light and
change in the blower
sound at power levels
other than high.
• Dull thumping sound
while oven is operating.
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GE MICROWAVE OVEN
WARRANTY
Staple your receipt here. Proof of the
original purchase date is needed to
obtain service under the warranty.
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an
®
authorized Customer Care technician during normal working hours.
For service, call 1-800-561-3344.
For The Period Of:
Mabe Will Replace:
One Year
From the date of the
original purchase
Any part of the microwave oven which fails due to a defect in
materials or workmanship. During this full one-year warranty,
Mabe will also provide, free of charge, all labour and related
service costs to repair or replace the defective part.
What Mabe Will Not Cover:
personal property caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
■ Service trips to your home to teach you
how to use the product.
■ Improper installation.
Read your Use & 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:
■ Failure of the product if it is abused,
misused, or used for other than the
intended purpose or used commercially.
■ Replacement of house fuses or resetting
Mabe Canada Inc.
of circuit breakers
1-800-561-3344
Consumer Information Service
■ Damage to the product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
■ Incidental or consequential damage to
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased
for use in Canada.
Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incendental 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 province to province. To know what your legal rights
are in your province, consult your local or provincial consumer affairs office.
Warrantor: Mabe Canada Inc.
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write;
Consumer Relations Manager - Mabe Canada Inc.
1 Factory Lane, Suite 310, Moncton NB E1C 9M3
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Service Telephone Numbers.
In-Home Repair Service 1-800-561-3344
Expert Mabe repair service is only a phone call away.
Product Satisfaction
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from Mabe, follow these
steps. First, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Next, if you are
still not pleased, write all the details– including your phone number–to:
Manager, Consumer Relations,
Mabe Canada Inc.,
Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane,
Moncton, NB E1C 9M3.
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