UVM9125STSS - Microwaves Café - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL UVM9125STSS Café

SAFETY INFORMATION .... 3

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Features 6

Cooking Controls 7

Power Levels 8

Defrosting Guide 10

Sensor Features 11

Other Features ....17

Settings 19

CARE AND CLEANING

Care and Cleaning 21

TROUBLESHOOTING

Things that are Normal....23

CONSUMER SUPPORT

Limited Warranty 25

Consumer Support 26

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OWNER'S MANUAL

UVM9125

ENGLISH/ESPAÑOL

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

WARNING

To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using this appliance.
• Read and follow the specific "PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY" found on page 5.
  ■ Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat, dry or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use.
  ■ This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

INSTALLATION

■ Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions.
This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See the "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found on page 5.
■ This microwave oven is UL listed for installation over both gas and electric ranges.
■ This unit is suitable for use above gas or electric cooking equipment, 36" or less wide.
- 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.
- Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.
■ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
■ Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.
■ Do not cover or block any opening on the appliance.
- Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water - for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or in a similar location.
■ Do not mount over a sink.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE IN THE CAVITY:

— Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven while cooking.
— Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or plastic containers before placing them in the oven.
— If materials inside the oven ignite, keep the oven door closed, turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
— Do not store any materials in the oven when not in use. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
— Do not operate the microwave feature without food in the oven.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS

■ Be careful when opening containers of hot food. Use pot holders and direct steam away from face and hands.
■ Vent, pierce, or slit containers, pouches or plastic bags to prevent build-up of pressure.
■ Be careful when touching the turntable, door, or walls of the oven which may become hot during use.
■ HOT CONTENTS CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO USE THE MICROWAVE. Use caution when removing hot items.

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WARNING

OPERATING

■ Do not operate the oven without the turntable in place. The turntable must be unrestricted so it can turn.
■ Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used in compliance with cookware manufacturers' recommendations.
■ Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave surface when the microwave is in operation.
■ Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers - for example, closed jars - are able to explode and should not be heated in the microwave oven.
■ Do not overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate and catch fire.
■ Do not cover any other part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
■ Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160^ F and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180^ F. Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness.
■ This oven is not approved or tested for marine use.

CLEANING

• Keep the oven free from grease buildup.
  ■ Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving risk of electric shock.
  ■ When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together on closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.

SUPER HEATED 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.
■ To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
- Do not overheat the liquid.
- 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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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or 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.

(c) Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:

(1) door (bent),
(2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened),

(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.

(d) The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Diagram of a plug-in socket connected to a wall-mounted socket (no text or symbols present)

Ensure proper ground exists before use.

Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped

with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded. Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if the GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled or tripping over a longer cord.

Do not use an extension cord. If the power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance.

For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker.

PACEMAKERS

Most pacemakers are shielded from interference from electronic products, including microwaves. However, patients with pacemakers may wish to consult their physicians if they have concerns.

VENT FAN

WARNING

The fan will operate automatically under certain conditions. Take care to prevent the starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is in use.

■ 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 by covering the pan completely with a lid, a cookie sheet or a flat tray.
■ Use care when cleaning the vent fan filters. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filters.

■ When preparing flaming foods under the microwave, turn the fan on.
■ 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 cookware and use high heat on surface units only when necessary.

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Features

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

Technical diagram of a microwave oven with numbered parts for identification

1. Door Handle
2. Door Latches
3. Window with Metal Shield

Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.

1. Removable Turntable

Do not operate the oven in the microwave mode without the turntable and turntable support seated and in place.

1. Removable Turntable Support

Do not operate the oven in the microwave mode without the turntable and turntable support seated and in place.

1. Charcoal Filter Cover

Remove the cover to replace the charcoal filter without taking the unit off from cabinet.

Cooking Controls

Power Level 1 2 3 4 5 Vent Fan Start Add 30 Sec Cook Time 6 7 8 9 0 Surface Light Pause Off Lock Control Hold 3 Sec

Popcorn Sensor Potato Reheat Sensor Cook Timer/ Clock Settings Snack Melt/ Soften Auto Cook Weight Defrost Time Defrost Turntable On/Off

Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.

1	Time Features
	Press Enter
	POWER LEVEL Power Level 0 to 10 (High)
	COOK TIME Amount of cooking time
	EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately!
	ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately!

Sensor/Convenience Features
Press Enter
POPCORN Press pad to select amount
SNACK	Press pad to select food
SENSOR POTATO
MELT/SOFTEN
REHEAT
AUTO COOK
SENSOR COOK
WEIGHT DEFROST Weight
TIME DEFROST Time

About the features

Cook Time

Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

Power level 10 (HIGH) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility.

1. Press Cook Time.
2. Enter cooking time.
3. Press START.
   Cooking will start when the countdown begins in the display.
   You may open the door during Cook Time to check the food. Close the door and press START to resume cooking.

Cook Time 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Start Add 30 Sec

Express Cook

This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1-9 minutes.

1. Press one of the Express Cook pads (from 1-9) for 1-9 minutes of cooking at power level 10.

For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.

The power level can be changed as time is counting down. Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1-10.

NOTE: Express Cook function pertains to pads 1-9 only.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0

Add 30 Sec

This will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed. Each touch will add 30 seconds, up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

Add 30 sec can also be used like an express 30 seconds button. The microwave oven will start immediately when pressed.

Weight Defrost

Use Weight Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. (Time Defrost is explained on page 9.)

1. Press WEIGHT DEFROST.
2. Enter the weight in pounds.
3. Press START.

Cooking will start when the countdown begins in the display.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0

Defrosting Tips

• Remove meat from package and place on microwave-safe dish.
• When the oven signals, turn the food over. Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil.
• After defrosting, most meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting. Large roasts should stand for about 30 minutes.

Conversion Guide

If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the ounces must be converted to tenths (.1) of a pound.
Ounces Pounds
1-2 .1
3	.2
4-5 .3
6-7 .4
8	.5
9-10 .6
11.7
12-13 .8
14-15 .9

Time Defrost

Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide on page 14 for suggested times (Weight Defrost is explained on page 8).

1. Press TIME DEFROST.
2. Enter defrosting time in minutes and seconds.
3. Press START.

Cooking will start when the countdown begins in the display.

At one half of selected defrosting time, turn food over and break apart or rearrange pieces for more even defrosting. Shield any warm areas with small pieces of foil. The oven will continue to defrost if you don't open the door and turn the food.

Noises may be heard during defrosting. This is normal when oven is not operating at High power.

Defrosting Tips

• Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the package. Closed packages should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage containers should be partially uncovered.
• 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.
• Foods that spoil easily should not be allowed to sit out for more than one hour after defrosting. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.
• For more even defrosting of larger foods, such as roasts, use Time 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.

Time Defrost 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Start Add 30 Sec

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Defrosting Guide

Food Time	Comments
Breads, CakesBread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min.Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Rearrange after half of time.
Fish and SeafoodFilletts, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min.Shelfish, small pieces (1 lb.)	3 to 7 min.	Place block in casserole. Turn over and break up after first half of time.
FruitPlastic pouch—1 or 2(10-oz. package)	1 to 5 min.
MeatBacon (1 lb.) 2 to 5 min.Franks (1 lb.) 2 to 5 min. Place Ground meat (1 lb.) 4 to 6 min.Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork 9 Steaks, chops and cutlets 4 to 8 min. per lb.	unopened package in oven. Microwave just until franks can be separated. Let stand 5 minutes, if necessary, to complete defrosting.Turn meat over 12 min. per lb. per lb.	Place unopened package in oven. Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting.
		after first half of time.Use power level Warm (1).
		Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish. Turn over after first half of time and shield warm areas with foil. After second half of time, separate pieces with table knife. Let stand to complete defrosting.
PoultryChicken, broiler-fryer, cut up ( 2^1 14 to 3 lbs.)Chicken, whole ( 2^1 14 to 3 lbs.)Cornish hen 7 to 12 min.Turkey breast (4 to 6 lbs.) 3 to 8 min. per lb.	14 to 19 min.	Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap and turn over after first half of time. After second half of time, separate pieces and place in cooking dish. Microwave 2 to 4 minutes more, if necessary. Let stand a few minutes to finish defrosting.Place wrapped chicken in dish. After first half of time, unwrap and turn chicken over. Shield warm areas with foil. To complete defrosting, run cool water in cavity until giblets can be removed.Place unwrapped hen in oven breast-side-up. Turn over after first half of time. Run cool water in cavity until giblets can be removed.Place unwrapped breast in microwave-safe dish breast-side-down. After first half of time, turn breast-side-up and shield warm areas with foil. Defrost for second half of time. Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting.

The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjust the cooking time to various types and amounts of food.

Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession on the same food portion - It may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. Be sure to let the oven cool down for 5 - 10 minutes before starting the next sensor cook.

If food is undercooked after the countdown, use Cook Time for additional cooking time

• The proper containers and covers are essential for best sensor cooking.
• Always use microwave-safe containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap. Never use tight-sealing plastic covers - they can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.
• Be sure the outside of the cooking container and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.

Dry off dishes so they don't mislead the sensor.

Sensor Cook

Allows you to microwave food choices with sensor.

1. Press SENSOR COOK up to seven times to choose the desired food selection. See Cooking Guide for SENSOR COOK or check the display for the food selections.
2. Press START.

The oven signals when steam is sensed and the time remaining begins counting down.

Do not open the oven door until time is counting down. If the door is opened before time is counting down 4 beeps are emitted while the display will Scroll & Cycle "SENSOR ERROR" until OFF is pressed. The sensor cook will be cancelled as well. If the Door is opened during the counting down, close it and press START immediately.

Cooking Guide for Sensor Cook Feature

Sensor Cook 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Start Add 30 Sec

Press Food

x1 Frozen Dinner (10 oz / 20 oz)

x2 Rice (1-2 Cups)

x3 Frozen Breakfast (8-12 oz)

x4 Fresh Veggies (4-16 oz)

x5 Frozen Veggies (6-16 oz)

x6 Dinner Plate (1-2 Plates)

x7 Roll/Muffin (1-3 Pieces)

About the features

Popcorn

To use the Popcorn feature:

1. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave.
2. Press POPCORN once for a 3.3-ounce bag or twice for a 3.0-ounce bag.
3. Press START.

If food is undercooked after the countdown, use Cook Time for additional cooking time. We recommend 30 seconds and watch carefully.

Reheat

The REHEAT feature reheats servings of previously cooked foods.

1. Press REHEAT.
2. See Cooking Guide for REHEAT or check the display for the food selections.
3. Press START.

After removing food from the oven, stir, if possible, to even out the temperature. If the food is not hot enough, use Cook Time to reheat for more time. Reheated foods may have wide variations in temperature. Some areas may be extremely hot.

It is best to use Cook Time for these foods:

• Bread products.
• Foods that must be reheated covered.
• Foods that need to be stirred or rotated during reheating.
• Foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after reheating.

Cooking Guide for Reheat Feature:

Press Food Note
x1 Beverage(1-3 Cups)	Press START to select.Enter amount using keypad.Press START to begin.
x2 Soup/Sauce(1 Cup)	Press START to begin
x3 Casserole/Lasagna(10.5 oz)	Press START to begin

Sensor Potato

1. Place the potato in the center of the microwave.
2. Press SENSOR POTATO.
3. Press START.

Do not open the oven door until time is counting down. If the door is opened before time is counting down 4 beeps are emitted while the display will Scroll & Cycle "SENSOR ERROR" until OFF is pressed.

The sensor cook will be cancelled as well. If the Door is opened during the counting down, close it and press START immediately.

About the features

Auto Cook

The AUTO COOK feature allows you to choose from preset categories and cook without entering cook times and power levels.

1. Press AUTO COOK up to ten times to choose the desired food selection.

2. See Cooking Guide for AUTO COOK or check the display for the food selections.

3. Press START

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Start Add 30 Sec

Press Food Note
x1 Scrambled Eggs (1-6 Eggs) Press START to select.Enter amount using keypad.Press START to begin
x2 Hot Cereal (1-3 Servings) Press START to select.Enter amount using keypad.Press START to begin
x3 Frozen Pizza (6, 8, 12 oz) Press START to select.Enter amount using keypad.Press START to begin
x4 Fudge Brownies (18-19 oz) Press START to begin
x5 Garlic Shrimp Press START to begin
x6 Stuffed Mushrooms		Press START to begin
x7 Asiago Red Potatoes Press START to begin
x8 Roasted Vegetable Medley Press START to begin
x9 Lemon Shrimp Risotto Press START to begin
x10 Bacon (1-3 slices)		Press START to select.Enter amount using keypad.Press START to select.

Melt/Soften

The MELT/SOFTEN feature allows you to choose from preset categories and melt/soften without entering cook times and power levels.

1. Press MELT/SOFTEN up to four times to choose the desired food selection.

2. See Cooking Guide for MELT/SOFTEN or check the display for the food selections

3. Press START

Press Food Note
x1	Melt Butter (1-2 Sticks)	Press START to select.Enter amount using keypad.Press START to begin
x2 Melt	Chocolate(2, 4, 8 oz)	Press START to select.Enter amount using keypad.Press START to begin
x3 Soften	Ice Cream(1 Pint, 1.5 Quart)	Press START to select.Enter amount using keypad.Press START to begin
x4 Soften	Cream Cheese(3, 8 oz)	Press START to select.Enter amount using keypad.Press START to begin

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Start Add 30 Sec

About the features

Snack

1. Press SNACK up to three times to select the desired food selection.
2. See Cooking Guide for SNACK or check the display for the food selections.
3. Press START

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Start Add 30 Sec

Press Food Note
x1 Hot Dogs (1-6 Pieces) Press START		to select.Enter amount using keypad.Press START to begin
x2 Meal	In A Cup (2.9 oz) Press START	to begin
x3 Frozen	n Kids Meal (8.8 oz) Press START	to begin

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	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.
Shielding	In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over-browning. When microwaving, you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry, which would cook before larger parts.
Standing Time	When you cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set. Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack.
Venting	After covering a dish with plastic wrap, vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape.

Changing the Power Level

The power level may be entered or changed before or during cooking. Power Level is set for Level 10 (High) unless it is changed.

1. Press Power Level button.
2. Enter new power level by using the number pads or press the Power Level button multiple times until you find the level you want.
3. After you have selected the power level, wait five seconds. The display will go back to the Cook Time screen.
4. Enter cooking time and press START.

OR

1. Press Cook Time button.
2. Enter your cooking time.
3. Press Power Level button.
4. Enter new power level by using the number pads or press the Power Level button multiple times until you find the level you want.
5. After you have selected the power level, wait five seconds. The display will go back to the Cook Time (Enter Time) screen.
6. Press START.

Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking. The power levels on the microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range. Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. Power level 7 is microwave energy 70% of the time. Power level 3 is energy 30% of the time. Most cooking will be done on High (power level 10) which gives you 100% power. Power level 10 will cook faster but food may need more frequent stirring, rotating or turning over. A lower setting will cook more evenly and need less stirring or rotating of the food. Some foods may have better flavor, texture or appearance if one of the lower settings is used. Use a lower power level when cooking foods that have a tendency to boil over, such as scalloped potatoes and some casseroles.

Rest periods (when the microwave energy cycles off) give time for the food to “equalize” or transfer heat to the inside of the food. An example of this is shown with Power level 3—the defrost cycle. If microwave energy did not cycle off, the outside of the food would cook before the inside was defrosted.

Here are some examples of uses for various power levels:

High 10 (100%): Fish, bacon, vegetables, boiling liquids.

Med-High 7 (70%): Gentle cooking of meat and poultry; baking casseroles and reheating.

Medium 5 (50%): Slow cooking and tenderizing for stews and less tender cuts of meat.

Low 2 or 3 (20 or 30%): Defrosting; simmering; delicate sauces.

Warm 1 (10%): Keeping food warm; softening butter.

NOTE: You can also change the power level during many cooking modes by pressing the power level button entering a valid power level.

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Other Features

Start/Add 30 Sec

In addition to starting many functions, START/ADD 30 Sec allows you to add cook time in 30-second increments during an active cook cycle.

Pause/Off

Press the PAUSE/OFF button to pause or cancel cooking at any time.

Control Lock-Out

You may lock the control panel to prevent the oven from being accidentally started during cleaning or being used by children.

To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold the LOCK CONTROL button for three seconds. When the control panel is locked, LOCKED will be displayed briefly anytime a button or dial is pressed. "L" will show in the display.

Surface Light

Press SURFACE LIGHT once for high light, twice for low light, or a third time to turn the light off

Timer

NOTE: The Timer indicator will be lit while the timer is operating.

The Timer operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating.

1. Press the Timer button.
2. Enter a time.
3. Press the Timer button to start.

To cancel, press the Timer button.

When time is up, the oven will signal.

To turn off the timer signal, press Timer.

Clock

Press to enter the time of day.

1. Press the Clock button twice.
2. Enter the time of day.
3. Press the Start button.

Press the Clock button to check the time of the day while microwaving.

Other Features

Turntable On/Off

For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. It can be turned off for large dishes.

Press Turntable On/Off to stop or start rotating the turntable.

The turntable can become too hot to touch. Be careful touching the turntable during and after cooking.

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.

Automatic Fan

An automatic fan feature protects the microwave from too much heat rising from the cooktop below it. It automatically turns on if it senses too much heat.

If you have turned the fan on you may find that you cannot turn it off. The fan will automatically turn off when the internal parts are cool. It may stay on for 30 minutes or more after the cooktop and microwave controls are turned off.

Insert Food Reminder

A reminder will show on the display if the user tries to start the cooking cycle without placing food inside the microwave oven within 5 minutes prior to starting the cooking cycle.

Cooking Complete Reminder

To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display "Food is ready" and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press the PAUSE/OFF button.

SETTINGS

Settings allow to change the default settings for your OTR.

1. Press SETTINGS.
2. See table below for available options.

Press Setting Option Note
x1	Volume (Low, Med, High, Off)	Press SETTINGS once (x1) and wait until “VOLUME” appears.“Low, Med, High, Off” will display and cycle automatically.Press START to confirm when the desired setting is displayed.
x2	Weight (lb., kg.)	Press SETTINGS twice (x2) and wait until “Lb / KG” appears.Press START to confirm.
x3	Clock Display (On, Off)	Press SETTINGS three times (x3) and wait until “CLOCK DISPLAY” appears.Press START to turn Clock Display off.Repeat the steps to turn Clock Display back on.
x4	Demo Mode	Press SETTINGS four times (x4) and wait until “DEMO OFF” appears.Press START to turn Demo Mode on.Repeat the steps to turn Demo Mode back off.

Other Features

Charcoal Filter

The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must be replaced. See back cover for ordering online at GEAppliances.com.

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 every 6-12 months, depending on usage.

To Install the Charcoal Filter

To remove and replace the charcoal filter, first disconnect power at the main fuse or circuit breaker, or pull the plug. Remove the two vent plate screws located at the top of the microwave using a #1 Phillips screwdriver. Change the charcoal filter from the vent plate. Replace the vent plate and reinstall the two vent plate screws located at the top of the microwave using a #1 Phillips screwdriver. Close the microwave door. Plug in the microwave or reconnect power.

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Charcoal Filter Vent Plate

Helpful Hints

An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh.

Be certain the oven control is turned off before cleaning any part of this oven.

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How to Clean the Inside

Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door

Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel; others may require a damp cloth. Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls.

To clean the surface of the door and the surface of the oven that come together upon closing, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents using a sponge or soft cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry.

Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave.

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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 in the microwave mode without the turntable and support seated and in place.

How to Clean the Outside

Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave.

Case

Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth and then dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth.

Control Panel and Door

Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the panel—they can damage it. Some paper towels can also scratch the control panel.

Door Surface

It is important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.

Power Cord

If the cord becomes soiled, unplug and wash with a damp cloth. For stubborn spots, sudsy water may be used, but be certain to rinse with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly before plugging cord into outlet.

Stainless Steel (on some models)

Do not use a steel-wood pad; it will scratch the surface.

To clean the stainless steel surface, use a hot, damp cloth with a mild detergent suitable for stainless steel surfaces. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to remove soap. Dry with a dry, clean cloth. Always scrub lightly in the direction of the grain.

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Care and Cleaning

Removing and Cleaning the Filters

To remove, slide them to the rear using the tabs. Pull down and out.

To clean the vent filters, soak them and then swish 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.

Rinse, shake and let dry before replacing.

To replace, slide the filters into the frame slots on the back of each opening. Press up and to the front to lock into place.

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Cooktop Lights/Nite Lights

See back cover for ordering online at GEAppliances.com.

1. To replace the cooktop lights/nite lights, first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel, or pull the plug.
2. One side at a time, remove the screw from the side of the light compartment cover and lower the cover until it stops.
3. Be sure the LED light is cool before removing. Gently remove the LED wiring connector from LED board.
4. Replace with the new LED board and insert the wiring plug, then raise the light cover and replace the screw. Repeat for the other light. Connect electrical power to the oven.

Remove screws.

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Replacing the Oven Cavity Light

1. Disconnect power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel.
2. Remove the vent plate screw located at the top of the microwave on the left (door hinge side) using a #1 Phillips screwdriver.
3. Be sure the LED light is cool before removing.

4. Unsecure the LED light from the two clips and carefully slide it out.

5. Gently remove the LED wiring connector from the LED board.

6. Replace with the new LED board and insert the LED wiring connector. See back cover for ordering online at GEAppliances.com
7. Carefully insert the new LED board and secure it with the two clips.
8. Replace the vent plate reinstall the screw.
9. Reconnect power to the microwave.

Vent Fan

The vent fan has two metal reusable vent filters.

Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter.

Charcoal filter (on some models). Reusable vent filters (on all models).

Reusable Vent 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 oven.

For this reason, the filters must always be in place when the hood is used. The vent filters should be cleaned once a month, or as needed.

Troubleshooting Tips

Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven

■ Steam or vapor escaping from around the door.
■ 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.

■ TV-radio interference might be noticed while using the microwave. Similar to the interference caused by other small appliances, it does not indicate a problem with the microwave. Plug the microwave into a different electrical circuit, move the radio or TV as far away from the microwave as possible or check the position and signal of the TV/radio antenna.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT (U.S.A. ONLY)

This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with limits for ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to part 18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide residential installation.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following:

■ Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or television.

■ Relocate the Microwave Oven with respect to the receiver.
■ Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
- Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and the receiver are on different branch codes.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio of TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.

Troubleshooting Tips... Before you schedule service

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to schedule service.

Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Oven will not start A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.		Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
		Power surge. Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in.
		Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet. Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet.
		Door not securely closed. Open the door and close securely.
Control panel lighted, yet oven will not start	Door not securely closed. Open the door and close securely.
	START button not pressed after entering cooking selection.	Press START.
	Another selection entered already in oven and PAUSE/OFF button not pressed to cancel it.	Press PAUSE/OFF.
	Cooking time not entered after pressing TIME COOK.	Make sure you have entered cooking time after pressing TIME COOK.
	PAUSE/OFF was pressed accidentally.	Reset cooking program and press START.
	Food weight not entered after selecting WEIGHT DEFROST.	Make sure you have entered food weight after selecting WEIGHT DEFROST.
	Food type not entered after pressing COOK.	Make sure you have entered a food type.
CONTROL LOCKED appears on display	The control has been locked.	Press and hold PAUSE/OFF for about 3 seconds to unlock the control.
HOT appears on display	The temperature inside the oven is greater than 200°F.	This is normal.
	One of the sensor cooking pads was pressed when the temperature inside the oven was greater than 200°F.	These features will not operate when the oven is hot.

GE Appliances Microwave Oven Limited Warranty

GEAppliances.com

All warranty service is provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized service technician. To schedule service online, visit us at GEAppliances.com/service or call 833-4BODEWELL (833-426-3393) during normal business hours.

For the period of GE Appliances will replace
One yearFrom the dateof the originalpurchase	Any part of the oven which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty, GE Appliances will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service costs to replace the defective part when the unit is serviced.

What GE Appliances will not cover:

■ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product.
■ 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.
■ 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.
■ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.

■ Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
■ Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance.
■ Damage caused after delivery.
■ Product not accessible to provide required service.
■ Service to repair or replace light bulbs, except for LED lamps.
■ Damage to the finish, such as surface rust, tarnish, or small blemishes not reported within 48 hrs of 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 limited 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 Appliances 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 Appliances Service location for service. In Alaska, the limited warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This limited 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, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General.

Warrantor: GE Appliances, a Haier company

Louisville KY,40225

Consumer Support

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! You can also shop for more great GE Appliances products and take advantage of all our on-line support services designed for your convenience. GEAppliances.com

Register Your Appliance

Register your new appliance on-line at your convenience! 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. GEAppliances.com/register

Schedule Service

Expert GE Appliances repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at your convenience any day of the year. GEAppliances.com/service or call 833-4BODEWELL (833-426-3393) during normal business hours.

Parts and Accessories

Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today 24 hours every day.

GEApplianceparts.com or by phone at 877.959.8688 during normal business hours.

Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

Contact Us

If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE Appliances, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager,

General Manager, Customer Relations | GE Appliances, Appliance Park | Louisville, KY 40225 GEAppliances.com/contact

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Cubierto

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Ventilado

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Luces de la Cocina/ Luces Nocturnas

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