GE Microwave Oven HVM1540 User Manual

Models: JVM1540  
JNM1541  
HVM1540  
Spacemaker Microwave Oven  
Owner’s Manual  
Important Safety Information  
2
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure  
to Excessive Microwave Energy  
2
5
Special Notes About Microwaving  
Operating Instructions  
10  
Features of Your Microwave  
The Controls on Your Microwave  
Time Cooking  
10  
11  
14  
20  
24  
29  
Automatic Cooking  
Other Features  
Oven Shelf  
Helpful Information  
30  
36  
Microwave Terms  
Care and Cleaning  
30  
31  
If Something Goes Wrong  
Before You Call For Service  
GE Service Numbers  
36  
38  
Warranty  
Back Cover  
Write the model and serial numbers here:  
Model# ______________________________  
Serial# ______________________________  
Find these numbers on a label inside the oven.  
ge.com  
MFL31918501  
49-40528  
08-06 JR  
 
WARNING  
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including  
the following:  
SAFETY  
PRECAUTIONS  
Read and follow the  
specific “Precautions to  
Avoid Possible Exposure  
to Excessive Microwave  
Energy” on page 2.  
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.  
If the power cord is  
damaged, it must be  
replaced by General  
Electric Service or an  
authorized service agent  
using a power cord from  
General Electric.  
This microwave oven is  
intended for household  
use and is UL listed for  
installation over electric  
and gas ranges.  
This appliance must be  
grounded. Connect only  
to properly grounded  
outlet. See Grounding  
Instructions section on  
page 9.  
This microwave oven is  
not approved or tested  
for marine use.  
Do not mount this  
appliance over a sink.  
Do not cover or block  
any openings on the  
appliance.  
Install or locate this  
appliance only in  
accordance with the  
provided Installation  
Instructions.  
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  
This over-the-range oven  
was designed for use over  
ranges no wider than 36.  
It may be installed over  
both gas and electric  
cooking equipment.  
industrial use.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION  
READ ALL SAFETY  
INFORMATION BEFORE USING  
Do not store this appliance To reduce the risk of fire  
See door surface cleaning  
instructions in the Care  
and Cleaning section(s)  
of this manual.  
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.  
in the oven cavity:  
— Do not overcook  
food. Carefully attend  
appliance when paper,  
plastic or other  
This appliance must only  
be serviced by qualified  
service personnel. Contact  
nearest authorized service  
facility for examination,  
repair or adjustment.  
combustible materials  
are placed inside the  
oven while cooking.  
Keep power cord away  
from heated surfaces.  
Do not immerse power  
cord or plug in water.  
— Remove wire twist-ties  
and metal handles  
As with any appliance,  
close supervision is  
necessary when used  
by children.  
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  
• Do not store anything  
directly on top of the  
microwave oven surface  
when the microwave oven  
is in operation.  
utensils or food in the  
oven when not in use.  
— If materials inside 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.  
— Do not use the  
Sensor Features twice in  
succession on the same  
food portion. If food is  
under cooked after the  
first countdown, use  
Time Cook for additional  
cooking time.  
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
 
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING  
ARCING  
Arcing is the microwave  
term for sparks in the  
oven. Arcing is caused by:  
Foil not molded to food  
(upturned edges act like  
antennas).  
If you see arcing, press  
the CLEAR/OFF pad and  
correct the problem.  
The metal shelf (if  
included) not installed  
correctly so it touches the  
microwave wall.  
Metal, such as twist-ties,  
poultry pins or gold-  
rimmed dishes, in the  
microwave.  
The temperature probe  
(if included) in the  
microwave but not  
Recycled paper towels  
containing small metal  
pieces being used in the  
microwave.  
inserted in the food.  
Metal or foil touching  
the side of the oven.  
FOODS  
Do not pop popcorn in  
your microwave oven  
unless in a special  
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  
microwave popcorn  
accessory or unless you  
use popcorn labeled for  
use in microwave ovens.  
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.  
the oven.  
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  
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.  
cooking.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION  
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING  
Avoid heating baby food  
in glass jars, even with the  
lid off. Make sure all  
infant food is thoroughly  
cooked. Stir food to  
Do not overcook  
potatoes. They could  
dehydrate and catch  
fire, causing damage  
to your oven.  
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  
distribute the heat evenly.  
Be careful to prevent  
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  
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.  
IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS  
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.  
usually protects against  
foodborne illness.  
SUDDENLY BOILING OVER  
WHEN THE CONTAINER IS  
DISTURBED OR A SPOON  
OR OTHER UTENSIL IS  
INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.  
To reduce the risk of injury  
to persons:  
— Do not overheat 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.  
— 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.  
— Use extreme care when  
inserting a spoon or  
other utensil into the  
container.  
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MICROWAVE-  
SAFE  
COOKWARE  
Make sure all cookware  
used in your microwave  
oven is suitable for  
If the dish remains cool  
and only the water in the  
cup heats, then the dish  
is microwave-safe.  
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  
microwaving.”  
If you use a meat  
thermometer while  
cooking, make sure it is  
safe for use in microwave  
ovens.  
Cookware may become  
hot because of heat  
transferred from the  
heated food. Pot holders  
may be needed to handle  
the cookware.  
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.  
“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.  
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.  
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.  
Microwave 30–45 seconds Do not use the microwave  
at high. If the dish heats,  
it should not be used for  
microwaving.  
to dry newspapers.  
Not all plastic wrap  
is suitable for use in  
microwave ovens.  
Check the package  
for proper use.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION  
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING  
Follow these guidelines:  
Use foil only as directed in Plastic cookware—Plastic  
this manual. When using  
foil in the microwave  
oven, keep the foil at least  
1away from the sides of  
the oven.  
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  
1 Use microwave-safe  
plastics only and use  
them in strict compliance  
with the cookware  
manufacturer’s  
recommendations.  
2 Do not microwave empty  
containers.  
3 Do not permit children  
to use plastic cookware  
without complete  
subjected to short periods  
of overcooking. In longer  
exposures to overcooking,  
the food and cookware  
could ignite.  
supervision.  
THE VENT  
FAN  
The fan will operate  
In the event of a grease  
fire on the surface units  
below the microwave  
oven, smother a flaming  
pan on the surface unit  
by covering the pan  
When preparing  
flaming foods under  
the microwave, turn the  
vent fan on.  
automatically under  
certain conditions (see  
Automatic Fan feature).  
Take care to prevent the  
starting and spreading of  
accidental cooking fires  
while the vent fan is in use.  
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  
completely with a lid, a  
cookie sheet or a flat tray.  
Clean the underside of  
the microwave often.  
Do not allow grease  
to build up on the  
microwave or the  
fan filter.  
Use care when cleaning  
the vent fan filter.  
Corrosive cleaning  
agents, such as lye-based  
oven cleaners, may  
damage the filter.  
cookware and use high  
heat on surface units  
only when necessary.  
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS/OPTIONAL KITS  
GROUNDING  
INSTRUCTIONS  
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  
Do not, under any  
circumstances, cut or  
remove the third (ground)  
prong from the power cord.  
Do not use an adapter plug  
with this appliance.  
Ensure proper ground  
exists before use.  
installed and grounded.  
Do not use an extension  
cord with this appliance.  
If the power cord is too  
short, have a qualified  
electrician or service  
Consult a qualified  
WARNING  
grounding plug can result  
in a risk of electric shock.  
electrician or service  
technician if the grounding  
instructions are not  
completely understood,  
or if doubt exists as to  
whether the appliance is  
properly grounded.  
Improper use of the  
technician install an outlet  
near the appliance.  
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.  
For best operation, plug  
this appliance into its own  
electrical outlet to prevent  
flickering of lights, blowing  
of fuse or tripping of circuit  
breaker.  
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.  
Optional Kits  
For installation between  
cabinets only; not for  
end-of-cabinet installation.  
Each kit contains two  
3-wide filler panels.  
Available at extra cost from  
your GE supplier.  
Filler Panel Kits  
JX46WH/BL—White/Black  
JX40WH—White  
JX41—Black  
Charcoal filter (JX81C)  
When replacing a 36″  
range hood, filler panel  
kits fill in the additional  
width to provide a custom  
built-in appearance.  
JX81C—Recirculating Charcoal  
Filter Kit (included with Model  
JNM1541)  
Filter kits are used when  
the microwave oven cannot  
be vented to the outside.  
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Operating Instructions  
Features of Your Microwave  
(Throughout this manual, features and appearance  
may vary from your model.)  
Features  
1
2
3
10  
9
4
8
6
5
7
6
1
Door Handle. Pull to  
open the door. The  
door must be securely  
latched for the  
7
Removable Turntable.  
Turntable and support  
must be in place  
when using the oven.  
The turntable may be  
removed for cleaning.  
microwave to operate.  
2
3
Door Latches.  
8
9
Convenience Guide.  
Window with Metal  
Shield. Screen allows  
cooking to be viewed  
while keeping  
microwaves confined  
in the oven.  
Shelf (on some models).  
Lets you microwave  
several foods at once.  
Food microwaves best  
when placed directly  
on the turntable.  
4
5
6
Touch Control Panel.  
Cooktop Light.  
10 Rating Plate. Located  
on the inside wall of  
the microwave oven.  
Grease Filters.  
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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, temperature  
or with the  
convenience  
features.  
1
Time Features  
Time Cooking  
Press  
Enter  
TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice)  
DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press twice)  
EXPRESS COOK  
POWER LEVEL  
ADD 30 SEC  
Amount of cooking time.  
Amount of defrosting time.  
Starts immediately!  
Power level 1–10.  
Starts immediately!  
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Quick Start  
GUIDE ON MICROWAVE  
GUIDES IN BOOK  
Before you begin, check  
the guide located on the  
inside front of the oven  
when you open the door.  
Cooking  
Time Defrost  
Reheat  
2
Convenience Features  
Press  
Enter  
Option  
POPCORN  
Starts immediately!  
more/less time  
serving size  
BEVERAGE  
REHEAT  
POTATO  
VEGETABLE (on some models)  
DEFROST AUTO/TIME  
(Press once)  
Starts immediately!  
(See Reheat Guide)  
Starts immediately!  
Starts immediately!  
Food weight  
serving size  
serving size  
serving size  
food type/serving size  
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Operating Instructions  
Changing Power  
Levels  
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.  
High (power level 10) or  
full power is the fastest way  
to cook and gives you  
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.  
100% power. 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.  
Here are some examples  
of uses for various power  
levels:  
Power Level Best Uses  
High 10  
Fish, bacon,  
vegetables,  
boiling liquids.  
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 level  
10). A lower setting will  
cook more evenly and need  
less stirring or rotating of  
the food.  
Med-High 7 Gentle  
cooking of  
How to Change the  
Power Level  
meat and  
poultry;  
baking  
casseroles  
and reheating.  
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.  
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.  
Low 2 or 3 Defrosting  
without  
cooking;  
simmering;  
delicate sauces.  
1 Press TIME COOK or  
select Time Defrost.  
2 Enter cooking or  
defrosting time.  
3 Press POWER LEVEL.  
4 Select desired power  
level 1–10.  
Warm 1  
Keeping food  
warm without  
overcooking;  
softening  
Rest periods (when the  
microwave energy cycles  
off) give time for the food  
butter.  
5 Press START.  
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Operating Instructions  
Time Features  
Time Cook  
Time Cook I  
Time Cook II  
Allows you to microwave  
for any time up to 99  
minutes and 99 seconds.  
Lets you change power  
levels automatically during  
cooking. Here’s how to  
do it:  
Power level 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.  
4 Press TIME COOK  
again.  
5 Enter the second cook  
time.  
1 Press TIME COOK.  
2 Enter cooking time.  
6 Change the power level  
if you don’t want full  
power. (Press POWER  
LEVEL. Select a power  
level 1–10.)  
3 Change power level  
if you don’t want full  
power. (Press POWER  
LEVEL. Select a  
desired power level  
1–10.)  
7 Press START.  
At the end of Time Cook I,  
Time Cook II counts down.  
4 Press START.  
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Cooking Guide for Time Cook I & II  
NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted.  
Vegetable  
Asparagus  
Amount  
Time  
Comments  
(fresh spears) 1 lb.  
6 to 9 min., In 112-qt. oblong glass baking dish,  
Med-High (7) place 1/4 cup water.  
(frozen spears) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole.  
Beans  
(fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half 9 to 11 min. In 112-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
(frozen green) 10-oz. package 6 to 8 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons  
water.  
(frozen lima) 10-oz. package 6 to 8 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
Beets  
(fresh, whole) 1 bunch  
17 to 21 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
7 to 10 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
Broccoli  
(fresh cut)  
1 bunch  
1
1
(1 ⁄4 to 1 ⁄2 lbs.)  
(fresh spears) 1 bunch  
9 to 13 min. In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place  
1/4 cup water.  
1
1
(1 ⁄4 to 1 ⁄2 lbs.)  
(frozen,  
chopped)  
10-oz. package 5 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole.  
(frozen spears) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons  
water.  
Cabbage  
(fresh)  
1 medium head 8 to 11 min. In 112- or 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup  
(about 2 lbs.)  
water.  
(wedges)  
7 to 10 min. In 2- or 3-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup  
water.  
Carrots  
(fresh, sliced) 1 lb.  
7 to 9 min.  
In 112-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
(frozen)  
10-oz. package 5 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons  
water.  
Cauliflower  
(flowerets)  
1 medium head 9 to 14 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
(fresh, whole) 1 medium head 10 to 17 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
(frozen)  
10-oz. package 5 to 7 min.  
In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons  
water.  
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Operating Instructions  
Cooking Guide for Time Cook I & II  
Vegetable  
Corn  
Amount  
Time  
Comments  
(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. 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  
5 to 6 min. Place in 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish.  
3 to 4 min. Cover with vented plastic wrap.  
per ear  
Rearrange after half of time.  
Mixed  
vegetables  
(frozen)  
10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons  
water.  
Peas  
(fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. unshelled 9 to 12 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
(frozen)  
10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons  
water.  
Potatoes  
(fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes  
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.  
white)  
(6 to 8 oz. each)  
(fresh, whole,  
sweet or white)  
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.  
5 to 7 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place washed spinach.  
(frozen,  
chopped  
and leaf)  
10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons  
water.  
Squash  
(fresh, summer 1 lb. sliced  
and yellow)  
5 to 7 min. In 112-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
(winter, acorn 1 to 2 squash  
8 to 11 min. Cut in half and remove fibrous  
butternut)  
(about 1 lb. each) membranes. In 2-qt. oblong glass  
baking dish, place squash cut-side-  
down. Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes.  
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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 level 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 microwaved.  
If the food is in a foil  
container, transfer it  
to a microwave-safe dish.  
Power level 7 cuts the total  
defrosting time in about  
half; power level 10 cuts the  
total time to approximately  
1/3. Rotate or stir food  
frequently.  
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.  
1 Press DEFROST  
AUTO/TIME twice.  
2 Enter defrosting time.  
3 Press START.  
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.  
4 Turn food over when  
the oven signals.  
5 Press START.  
For more even defrosting  
of larger foods, such as  
beef, lamb and veal roasts,  
use Auto Defrost.  
(Auto Defrost explained  
in the section on  
Convenience Features.)  
A dull thumping noise may  
be heard during defrosting.  
This sound is normal when  
the oven is not operating at  
High power.  
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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Operating Instructions  
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.  
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. 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.)  
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork  
5 to 7 min.  
12 to 16 min. Use power level 1.  
per lb.  
Turn meat over after half the time.  
Steaks, chops and cutlets  
5 to 7 min.  
per lb.  
Place unwrapped meat in cooking 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  
15 to 19 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap  
and turn over after half the time. When  
finished, separate pieces and microwave  
2–4 minutes more, if necessary. Let stand  
to finish defrosting.  
cut up (212 to 3 lbs.)  
Chicken, whole  
17 to 21 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. After half  
the time, unwrap and turn chicken over.  
Shield warm areas with foil. Finish  
(212 to 3 lbs.)  
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 breast-  
per lb.  
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.)  
5 to 9 min.  
per lb.  
Place unwrapped breast in dish breast-  
side-down. After half the time, turn over  
and shield warm areas with foil. Finish  
defrosting. Let stand 1–2 hours in  
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refrigerator to complete defrosting.  
 
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 can be used as a quick  
way to set 30 seconds of  
cooking time.  
It will add 30 seconds to  
the time counting down  
each time the pad is  
pressed.  
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Operating Instructions  
Convenience Features  
Popcorn  
.
How to Use the Popcorn  
Feature  
1 Follow package  
Use only with  
instructions, using Time  
Cook if the package is  
less than 3.0 ounces or  
larger than 3.5 ounces.  
Place the package of  
popcorn in the center  
of the microwave.  
prepackaged microwave  
popcorn weighing  
3.0 to 3.5 ounces.  
NOTE: Do not use the metal  
shelf when cooking popcorn.  
2 Press POPCORN. The  
oven starts immediately.  
Tap POPCORN to select  
the bag size you are  
cooking.  
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Convenience Features  
Beverage  
The Beverage feature heats  
servings of any beverage.  
Drinks heated with the  
Beverage feature may be  
very hot. Remove the  
container with care.  
Press BEVERAGE. The  
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.  
Reheat  
The Reheat feature reheats  
servings of many previously  
cooked foods.  
3 On some models, press  
START.  
4 Press 2 or 3 to change the  
1 Press REHEAT.  
serving size.  
2 Select food type 1–6 for  
one serving (see Reheat  
Guide below). On some  
models, the oven starts  
immediately.  
NOTE: The serving size may  
be changed or added after  
the oven starts. Press  
number pad 2 or 3. On some  
models, the serving size  
for food type 6 cannot be  
changed.  
NOTE: Do not use the metal  
shelf when using the Reheat  
feature.  
Reheat Guide  
Food Type  
Comments  
1 Pasta  
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
Works best with wide mouth mug—do not cover.  
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
Cover with vented plastic wrap.  
2 Meats  
3 Veggies  
4 Beverages  
5 Sauces  
6 Plate of leftovers  
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Operating Instructions  
Convenience Features  
Potato  
The Potato feature cooks  
up to four 8–10 ounce  
potatoes.  
Press POTATO once for  
one potato, twice for two  
potatoes, three times for  
three potatoes and four  
times for four potatoes.  
The oven will start  
immediately after  
POTATO is pressed.  
Vegetable  
(Model HVM1540 only)  
The Vegetable feature  
automatically sets the  
cooking times and power  
levels to cook fresh, frozen  
or canned vegetables.  
1 Press VEGETABLE.  
“Select Veggie type 1–3”  
will be displayed.  
2 Select food type 1–3  
(see chart below).  
3 Enter weight in ounces  
(see chart below).  
4 The oven starts  
automatically.  
Food Code  
Food  
Canned  
Frozen  
Fresh  
Weight  
4–20 oz.  
4–20 oz.  
4–16 oz.  
1
2
3
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Convenience Features  
Auto Defrost  
The Defrost Auto/Time  
Conversion Guide  
feature gives you two ways  
to defrost frozen foods.  
Press DEFROST  
AUTO/TIME once for  
Auto Defrost or twice for  
Time Defrost.  
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)  
Use Auto Defrost for meat,  
poultry and fish. Use Time  
Defrost for most other  
frozen foods.  
1–2  
3
.1  
.2  
.3  
.4  
.5  
.6  
.7  
.8  
.9  
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.  
4–5  
6–7  
8
9–10  
11  
1 Press DEFROST  
AUTO/TIME once.  
There is a handy guide  
located on the inside front  
of the oven.  
12–13  
14–15  
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).  
Remove meat from  
package and place on  
microwave-safe dish.  
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.  
Guide  
3 Press START.  
(Time Defrost is  
explained in the Time  
Features section.)  
After defrosting, most  
meats need to stand  
5 minutes to complete  
defrosting. Large roasts  
should stand for about  
30 minutes.  
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Operating Instructions  
Other Features Your Model May Have  
Cooking Complete  
Reminder  
To remind you that you  
have food in the oven, the  
oven will display “FOOD IS  
READY” or “END” and  
beep once a minute until  
you either open the oven  
door or press CLEAR/OFF.  
Clock  
Press to enter the time of  
day or to check the time  
of day while microwaving.  
1 Press CLOCK.  
2 Enter time of day.  
3 On some models, select  
AM or PM.  
4 Press START or CLOCK.  
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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.  
Display On/Off  
To turn the clock display  
off, press and hold 0 for  
about three seconds.  
To redisplay the clock,  
repeat.  
Delay Start  
Delay Start allows you to  
set the microwave to delay  
cooking up to 24 hours.  
4 Select any combination  
of Defrost Auto/Time  
or Time Cook I & II.  
1 Press DELAY START.  
5 Press START.  
2 Enter the time you want  
the oven to start. (Be  
sure the microwave clock  
shows the correct time  
of day.)  
The Delay Start time will  
be displayed. The oven will  
automatically start at the  
delayed time.  
The time of day may be  
displayed by pressing  
CLOCK.  
3 On some models, select  
AM or PM.  
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Operating Instructions  
Other Features Your Model May Have  
Timer On/Off  
Timer On/Off operates as  
a minute timer and can be  
used at any time, even  
When time is up, the oven  
will signal. To turn off the  
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  
is operating.  
2 Enter time you want to  
count down.  
3 Press TIMER ON/OFF  
to start.  
Start/Pause  
Reminder  
In addition to starting many  
functions, START/PAUSE  
allows you to stop cooking  
without opening the door  
or clearing the display.  
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  
4 Press REMINDER. When  
Reminder signal occurs,  
press REMINDER to turn  
it off. The Reminder  
time may be displayed by  
pressing REMINDER.  
24 hours later.  
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.  
1 Press REMINDER.  
2 Enter the time you want  
the oven to remind you.  
(Be sure the microwave  
clock shows the correct  
time of day.)  
3 On some models, select  
AM or PM.  
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Other Features Your Model May Have  
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  
3 seconds. When the  
control panel is locked, “L”  
or “LOC” will be displayed  
to the extreme right.  
Turntable  
For best cooking results,  
leave the turntable on.  
It can be turned off for  
large dishes. Press  
TURNTABLE to turn  
the turntable on or off.  
Sometimes the turntable  
can become too hot to  
touch. Be careful touching  
the turntable during and  
after cooking.  
Surface Light  
Press to turn the surface  
light on or off.  
On some models, there is  
a night light option.  
Press SURFACE LIGHT  
once for bright light, twice  
for the night light or three  
times to turn the light off.  
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Operating Instructions  
Other Features Your Model May Have  
Vent Fan  
When the microwave oven  
is off, you may operate the  
vent fan:  
When the microwave  
is on, the vent fan will  
automatically turn on at  
low fan speed, stay on while  
the microwave is operating  
and automatically turn off  
after the microwave goes  
off if the Vent Fan pad is  
not pressed.  
1 Press the Vent Fan pad  
once for high fan speed.  
2 Press the Vent Fan pad a  
second time for low fan  
speed.  
3 Press the Vent Fan pad  
a third time to turn the  
fan off.  
When the microwave oven  
is on you may also:  
1 Press the Vent Fan pad  
once for high fan speed.  
2 Press the Vent Fan pad a  
second time for low fan  
speed.  
3 Press the Vent Fan pad  
a third time to set the fan  
to turn off automatically  
after the microwave  
goes off.  
If the vent fan is still  
operating after the  
microwave goes off, press  
the Vent Fan pad until it  
turns off.  
NOTE: The vent fan cannot  
be turned off while the  
microwave is operating.  
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Other Features Your Model May Have  
Shelf (on some models)  
Food microwaves best  
when placed on the  
How to Use the Shelf  
When Microwaving  
Shelf and Reheating  
turntable or on the shelf  
in the lower position.  
NOTE: Only use the shelf  
when reheating on more than  
one level. Do not store the  
shelf inside the oven cavity.  
Switch places after 1/2 time.  
To reheat on 2 levels  
or  
Make sure the shelf is  
positioned properly  
inside the microwave  
to prevent damage to  
the oven from arcing.  
For best results  
Do not use a  
microwave browning  
dish on the shelf.  
The shelf could  
overheat.  
Switch places after 1/2 time.  
To reheat 2 dishes on the  
lower level:  
1 Multiply reheat time  
by 11/2.  
Do not use the oven  
with the shelf on the  
microwave floor. This  
could damage the  
microwave.  
Use the lower shelf  
supports when cooking one  
oblong or oversized dish.  
2 Switch places after 1/2  
the time.  
Use pot holders when  
handling the shelf—  
it may be hot.  
Switch places twice  
Do not use the shelf  
when cooking  
popcorn.  
Uneven results  
To reheat on 3 levels  
(on some models)  
1 Double the reheating  
time.  
2 Switch places twice and  
give the dishes a 1/2 turn  
during reheating. (Place  
dense foods, or those  
that require a longer  
cook time, on the  
2-level reheating  
Use the upper shelf  
supports for two-level  
cooking.  
upper shelf first.)  
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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:  
the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the  
microwave walls.  
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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Care and Cleaning  
Helpful Hints  
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  
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.  
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.  
Shelf (if included)  
Clean with mild soap and  
water or in the dishwasher.  
Do not clean in a  
Temperature Probe  
(if included)  
Clean immediately after  
using. To clean, wipe with  
a sudsy cloth, then rub  
lightly with a plastic  
self-cleaning oven.  
scouring ball if necessary.  
Rinse and dry. The probe  
can also be washed in the  
dishwasher.  
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Helpful Information  
Care and Cleaning  
How to Clean  
the Outside  
bleach or products  
containing chlorine on  
Stainless Steel finishes.  
Case  
We recommend against  
using cleaners with  
ammonia or alcohol,  
as they can damage  
the appearance of the  
microwave oven. If you  
choose to use a common  
household cleaner, first  
apply the cleaner directly  
to a clean cloth, then  
wipe the soiled area.  
Clean the outside of the  
microwave with a sudsy  
cloth. Rinse and then dry.  
Wipe the window clean  
with a damp cloth.  
CleanSteel or Graphite  
Use a clean, soft, light and  
lightly dampened cloth,  
then dry thoroughly. Do  
not use appliance wax,  
polish, bleach or products  
containing any chemical  
agent on the CleanSteel  
or Graphite surfaces.  
Control Panel  
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.  
Plastic Color Panels  
Use a clean, soft, lightly  
dampened cloth, then dry  
thoroughly.  
Door Panel  
Door Seal  
Before cleaning the front  
door panel, make sure you  
know what type of panel  
you have. Refer to the  
eighth digit of the model  
number. “S” is stainless  
steel, "G" is Graphite, “L”  
is CleanSteel and “B”, “W”  
or “C” are plastic colors.  
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.  
Bottom  
Stainless Steel  
The stainless steel panel  
can be cleaned with  
Stainless Steel Magic or a  
similar product using a  
clean, soft cloth. Apply  
stainless cleaner carefully  
to avoid the surrounding  
plastic parts. Do not use  
appliance wax, polish,  
Clean off the grease and  
dust on the bottom often.  
Use a solution of warm  
water and detergent.  
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Light Bulb Replacement  
Cooktop Light/  
Night Light  
1 To replace the bulb(s),  
3 Be sure the bulb(s) to be  
replaced are cool before  
removing. After breaking  
the adhesive seal, remove  
the bulb by gently turning.  
Replace the burned-out  
bulb with a 30- or 40-  
watt incandescent bulb  
(30-watt—WB36X10198/  
40-watt—WB36X10003),  
available from your  
GE supplier.  
first disconnect the power  
at the main fuse or circuit  
breaker panel or pull  
the plug.  
2 Remove the screw from  
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 Push tab back and lift  
light housing. Replace  
the bulb and press the  
light housing back into  
place.  
Replace the burned-out  
bulb with a 30- or 40-  
watt incandescent bulb  
(30-watt—WB36X10198/  
40-watt—WB36X10003),  
available from your  
GE supplier.  
2 Remove the top grille by  
taking out the 4 screws  
that hold it in place.  
REMOVE SCREWS  
4 Replace the top grille  
and 4 screws. Connect  
electrical power to  
the oven.  
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Helpful Information  
The Exhaust Feature  
The Vent Fan  
The vent fan has two metal  
reusable grease filters.  
Models that recirculate air  
back into the room also  
use a charcoal filter.  
Charcoal Filter  
(on some models)  
Reusable Grease Filters  
(on all models)  
Reusable Grease  
Filters  
The reusable grease 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 them to  
the side using the tab. Pull  
them down and out.  
Rinse, shake and let them  
dry before replacing.  
To replace, slide the filters  
in the frame slot on the  
left side of the opening.  
Pull up and to the right to  
lock into place.  
To clean the grease filters,  
soak them and then swish  
them 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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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  
The charcoal filter  
should be replaced when  
it is noticeably dirty or  
discolored (usually after  
6–12 months, depending  
on hood usage). See  
cannot be cleaned. It  
must be replaced. Order  
Part No. WB02X10776  
from your GE supplier.  
“Optional Kits,” page 9  
for more information.  
To Remove  
Charcoal Filter  
To remove the charcoal  
filter, disconnect power at  
the main fuse or circuit  
breaker panel or pull  
the plug.  
Remove the top grille by  
removing the 4 screws that  
hold it in place. Slide the  
filter toward the front of  
the oven and remove it.  
Remove 4 grille screws to  
remove the grille.  
To Install  
Charcoal Filter  
To install a new filter,  
remove plastic and other  
outer wrapping from the  
new filter.  
Insert the filter into the  
top opening of the oven  
as shown. When properly  
installed, the wire mesh of  
the filter should be visible  
from the front. Replace  
the grille and 4 screws.  
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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.  
Door not securely closed. Open the door and close securely.  
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.  
Floor of the oven is  
warm, even when  
the oven has not  
been used  
“LOC” appears  
on display  
The control has been  
locked.  
Press and hold CLEAR/OFF for  
about 3 seconds to unlock the control.  
Vent fan will not  
turn off  
The vent fan  
The vent fan cannot be turned off  
while the microwave is operating.  
This is normal. Wait for the microwave  
to turn off and the fan will either go  
off automatically or you will need to  
turn it off by pressing the Vent Fan  
pad after the microwave is off.  
automatically turns on  
to cool internal parts  
while the microwave  
is on.  
The probe has not been Insert the probe properly into the  
completely inserted into  
the oven wall outlet.  
“BAD PROBE”  
appears on display  
oven wall outlet.  
The probe is defective.  
Replace the probe.  
“PLEASE INSERT  
PROBE“ appears  
on display  
Probe has been  
forgotten or not  
inserted properly.  
Insert the probe properly into the  
oven wall outlet.  
When using a Sensor  
feature, the door was  
opened before steam  
could be detected.  
Do not open door until steam is  
sensed and time is shown counting  
down on display.  
“SENSOR ERROR”  
appears on display  
Steam was not detected Use Time Cook to heat for more time.  
in maximum amount  
of time.  
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Before You Call For Service  
Things That  
Are Normal  
Moisture on the oven  
door and walls while  
cooking. Wipe the  
TV-radio interference  
might be noticed while  
using the microwave.  
moisture off with a paper  
towel or soft cloth.  
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  
Moisture between the  
oven door panels when  
cooking certain foods.  
Moisture should dissipate  
shortly after cooking is  
finished.  
Steam or vapor escaping  
from around the door.  
position and signal of  
the TV/radio antenna.  
Light reflection around  
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.  
The vent fan operating  
while the microwave is  
operating. The vent fan  
will not go off nor can it  
be turned off until the  
microwave is off.  
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GE Service Numbers  
We’ll Be There!  
GE Appliances  
Website  
Have a question or  
need assistance with  
your appliance? Try the  
GE Appliances Website  
24 hours a day, any day  
of the year!  
For greater convenience  
and faster service, you can  
now download Owner’s  
Manuals, order parts or  
even schedule service  
on-line.  
ge.com  
Schedule Service  
ge.com  
Expert GE repair service  
is only one step away  
from your door. Get  
on-line and schedule  
your service at your  
convenience 24 hours  
any day of the year!  
Or call 800.GE.CARES  
(800.432.2737) during  
normal business hours.  
800.GE.CARES  
(800.432.2737)  
Real Life  
Design Studio  
GE supports the Universal  
For details of GE’s  
Design concept—products, Universal Design  
services and environments  
that can be used by people  
of all ages, sizes and  
capabilities. We recognize  
the need to design for  
a wide range of physical  
and mental abilities and  
impairments.  
applications, including  
kitchen design ideas for  
people with disabilities,  
check out our Website  
today. For the hearing  
impaired, please call  
800.TDD.GEAC  
ge.com  
800.TDD.GEAC  
(800.833.4322)  
(800.833.4322).  
Extended Warranties  
ge.com  
Purchase a GE extended  
warranty and learn about  
special discounts that  
are available while your  
warranty is still in effect.  
You can purchase it  
on-line anytime, or call  
800.626.2224 during  
normal business hours.  
GE Consumer Home  
Services will still be there  
after your warranty expires.  
800.626.2224  
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Parts and  
Accessories  
Individuals qualified  
to service their own  
appliances can have  
parts or accessories sent  
directly to their home.  
(VISA, MasterCard and  
Discover cards are  
accepted.)  
Instructions contained  
in this manual cover  
procedures to be  
performed by any user.  
Other servicing generally  
should be referred  
ge.com  
800.626.2002  
to qualified service  
personnel. Caution  
must be exercised, since  
improper servicing may  
cause unsafe operation.  
Order on-line today,  
24 hours every day or  
by phone at 800.626.2002  
during normal business  
hours.  
Register Your  
Appliance  
Register your new  
appliance on-line—  
at your convenience!  
ge.com  
Timely product registration  
will allow for enhanced  
communication and  
prompt service under the  
terms of your warranty,  
should the need arise.  
You may also mail in the  
pre-printed registration  
card included in the  
packing material.  
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MICROWAVE OVEN  
WARRANTY  
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original  
purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty.  
What Is Covered  
LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY  
************************************  
For one year from date of original purchase,  
GE will replace any part in the microwave oven  
that fails due to a defect in materials or  
workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty,  
GE will provide, free of charge, all labor and related  
service costs to replace the defective part.  
All warranty service will be provided by our Factory  
Service Centers or by our authorized Customer  
Care® servicers during normal working hours.  
Should your appliance need service, during  
warranty period or beyond, call 800.GE.CARES  
(800.432.2737).  
Please have serial and model numbers available  
when calling for service.  
What Is Not Covered  
Service trips to your home to teach you how to  
Replacement of the cooktop light bulbs.  
use the product.  
Failure of the product or damage to  
the product if it is abused, misused (for  
example, cavity arcing from wire rack or  
metal/foil), or used for other than the intended  
purpose or used commercially.  
Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.  
If you have an installation problem, contact your  
dealer or installer. You are responsible for  
providing adequate electrical, exhausting and  
other connecting facilities.  
Damage to product caused by accident, fire,  
floods or acts of God.  
Product not accessible to provide required  
service.  
Incidental or consequential damage caused  
by possible defects with this appliance.  
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of  
circuit breakers.  
Damage caused after delivery.  
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product  
repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied  
warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or  
the shortest period allowed by law.  
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home  
use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available,  
you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service  
Location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the service calls to your home.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental 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 state to state. To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or  
state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.  
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225  
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