GE JNM7196SKSS Use and Care Manual - Page 17

About the sensor features. Covered Vented Dry off dishes so they don't mislead the sensor. Popcorn Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 2.0 to 3.5 ounces Beverage Humidity Sensor What happens when using the Sensor Feature: The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food. Do not use the Sensor Features twice in VXFFHVVLRQRQWKHVDPHIRRGSRUWLRQ³LW 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 SODVWLFFRYHUV³they 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. To use the Popcorn feature: To use the Popcorn feature: 1. Follow package instructions, using Cook Time if the package is less than 2.0 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave. 2. Press POPCORN. The oven starts immediately. How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time If you find that the brand of popcorn you use underpops or overcooks consistently, you can add or subtract 20-30 seconds to the automatic popping time. To add time: After pressing POPCORN, press 9 immediately after the oven starts for an extra 20 seconds of the cooking time. Press 9 again to add another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds) of additional time. To subtract time: After pressing POPCORN, press 1 immediately after the oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time. Press 1 again to reduce cooking time another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds) less cooking time. To use the Beverage feature: The Beverage feature heats 4-16 oz of any beverage. Press BEVERAGE. The oven starts immediately. The serving size is automatically set for 4 oz. Press BEVERAGE twice for 8 oz, three times for 12 oz, and four times for 16 oz. Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot. Remove the container with care. 17