GE JKP86BFBB User Manual - Page 7

Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support s Plastic cookware - Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used carefully. Even microwave-safe plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of overcooking. In longer exposures to overcooking, the food and cookware could ignite. ge.com s Follow these guidelines: s Use microwave-safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer's recommendations. s Do not microwave empty containers. s Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision. ARCING If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: s Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. s Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). s Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins or gold-rimmed dishes, in the microwave. s Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave. SUPERHEATED WATER Microwaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they reach the boiling point. They can actually get superheated and not bubble at all. Superheated liquid will bubble up out of the cup when it is moved or when something like a spoon or tea bag is put into it. To prevent this from happening and causing injury, do not heat any liquid for more than 2 minutes per cup. After heating, let the cup stand in the microwave for 30 seconds before moving it or putting anything into it. Spontaneous boiling Under certain special circumstances, liquids may start to boil during or shortly after removal from the microwave oven. To prevent burns from splashing liquid, we recommend the following before removing the container from the oven: s Allow the container to stand in the oven for 30 to 40 seconds after the oven has shut off. s Do not boil liquids in narrow-necked containers such as soft drink bottles, wine flasks and especially narrow-necked coffee cups. Even if the container is opened, excessive steam can build up and cause it to burst or overflow. 7