GE PNM1871SMSS Use and Care Manual

GE PNM1871SMSS Manual

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  • GE PNM1871SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 1
    .21-24 Time Features . . . . . .14-19 Troubleshooting Tips . . .39 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven 40 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Optional Kits 10 Warranty 43 Español For a Spanish version of this manual, visit our Website at GEAppliance.com. Para consultar una
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    only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. ■ This microwave oven is intended for household use and is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges. ■ This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 2 SAVE THESE
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    or an authorized service agent using a power cord available from General Electric. ■ Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance. ■ 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
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    ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING WARNING! 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: ■ Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). ■ The metal shelf not installed correctly
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    to your 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. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5
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    WARNING! Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE 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
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    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 supervision. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7
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    service technician install an outlet near the appliance. For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical microwaves. However, patients with pacemakers may wish to consult their physicians if they have concerns. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 8 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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    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. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 9 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Charcoal Filter Kit (2000 Series models) Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be vented to the outside. Available at extra cost from your GE supplier. See the back cover for ordering by phone or at GEAppliances.com. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10
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    features of your microwave oven. GEAppliances.com Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Features of the Oven Door Handle. Pull to open the door. The door must be securely latched for the microwave to operate. Door
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    of your microwave oven. You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto features. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Cooking Controls Time and Auto Features Press TIME COOK I & II Press once or twice AUTO/TIME DEFROST Press twice CUSTOM (on some models) EXPRESS COOK
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    Instructions Operating Instructions flexibility to microwave cooking. The power levels on the microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range. High ( levels: Power Level High 10 Med-High 7 Medium 5 Low 2 or 3 Warm 1 Best Uses Fish, bacon, Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the time features. 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Change power level if you don't want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level 1-10.) 4 Press START. Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Cooking Guide for Time Cook I and Time Cook II NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless . casserole, place 1/2 cup water. 10-oz package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 15
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    About the time features. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Vegetable Amount Time Comments Corn oz) sweet or white) 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. Support
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    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. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 17
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    features. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Defrosting Guide Food Breads, min. per lb. 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 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Express Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1-6 minutes. Press one of the Express Cook pads (from pad is pressed. ■ It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds of cooking time. 19 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    pounds for Auto Defrost. 3 Press START. Conversion Guide If the weight of food is stated in pounds and .8 6-7 .4 14-15 .9 8 .5 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 1 Press MELT. 2 Enter number for food oven starts automatically. When the oven signals, turn food over. Melt (on some models
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    . Be sure the outside of the cooking containers 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. NOTE: Do the countdown use Time Cook for additional cooking time. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 21
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the sensor features. Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time. Press 1 again to reduce cooking time another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds less time). Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances. Place the cup of liquid or covered food in the oven. Press REHEAT once, twice or three times. The oven starts immediately. Press once for a plate of leftovers. or crisp surface after reheating. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 23
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    About the sensor features. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Sensor cooking gives you easy, automatic results with a variety of foods (see the Cooking Guide below). Sensor Cooking (Fish and Chicken Pieces on some models) 1 Place covered food in the oven. Press the food pad. For
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    and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF. Clock Press CLOCK to set the time of day. 1 Press CLOCK. 2 Enter the time of day. 3 Select AM or PM. 4 Press START. To check the time of day while microwaving, press CLOCK. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 25
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    . To pause the countdown, press TIMER. When time is up, the oven will signal. To turn off the timer signal, press TIMER. NOTE: The timer indicator will be lit while the timer is operating. To cancel the timer, press and hold the TIMER pad for 2 seconds. 26 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    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 three seconds. When the control panel is locked, CONTROL LOCKED or LOCKED will be displayed. 27 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    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. Surface Light Press LIGHT once for bright light, twice for the night light, or three times to turn the light off. 28 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Instructions 6 Select AM or PM. 7 Press the OPTIONS pad. To review the nite light settings, press 2 after selecting the Auto Nite Light Press 2 to reset the reminder. Display Language (on some models) The language for the scrolling display may be set at either Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Other features your model may have. Shelf Food microwaves best when placed on the turntable or on the shelf in the lower position. Only use the shelf when reheating on more than one level. Do not store the shelf inside the oven cavity. How to Use the
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    (on some models): 1 Turn the turntable off. 2 Double the reheating time. 3 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 upper shelf first.) Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 31
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions 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
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    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. Removable Turntable and Turntable Support To prevent breakage, do not place the turntable into water just after cooking. Wash it
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    microwave oven. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips How to Clean the Outside We recommend against using cleaners with ammonia or alcohol, as they can damage the appearance of the microwave oven digit of the model number. "S" parts seals against the microwave. Use only
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    Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. GEAppliances.com Remove screw Cooktop Light/Night Light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 120 volt, 20-watt halogen bulb (WB36X10213), available from your GE electrical power to the oven. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 35
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    by pulling straight out. Replace with the same size and type bulb, then replace the light socket and cover. 6 Replace the grille and screws. Connect electrical power to the oven. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 36
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    before replacing. To replace, slide the filter in the frame slot at the side of the opening. Pull up and in to lock into place. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 37
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    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. It will rest at an angle on 2 side support tabs and in front of the right rear tab. Replace the grille and screws. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Instructions Operating Instructions Before you call for service... GEAppliances.com Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Oven hear an unusual, low-tone beep You
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Before you call for service... Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven ■ Moisture on the oven door and walls while cooking. Wipe the moisture off with a paper towel or soft cloth. ■ Moisture between the oven door panels when cooking certain foods.
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    Notes. 41 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Notes. 42 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions
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    service under the warranty. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: For GE and GE Profile Models: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the microwave oven Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support This warranty General. Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225 43
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    at 800.626.2002 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
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DE68-03448A
49-40570-2
04-09 JR
GEAppliances.com
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
__________________________
Serial #
__________________________
Find these numbers on a label inside
the oven.
Microwave Oven
Safety Instructions
. . . .
2–9
Operating Instructions
Auto Features
. . . . . . . . .20
Care and
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . .33, 34
Changing the
Power Level . . . . . . . . . . .13
Cooking Guide . . . . .15, 16
Defrosting Guide
. . . . . .18
Exhaust Feature . . . .37, 38
Features of Your
Microwave Oven . . . .11, 12
Microwave Terms
. . . . . .32
Other Features . . . . . 25–31
Replacing Bulbs . . . .35, 36
Sensor Features . . . . .21–24
Time Features . . . . . .14–19
Troubleshooting Tips
. . .
39
Things That Are
Normal With Your
Microwave Oven . . . . . . .40
Consumer Support
Consumer
Support . . . . . . .Back Cover
Optional Kits . . . . . . . . . .10
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Español
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of this manual,
visit our Website at
GEAppliance.com.
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