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    Cleaning the outside 40 Filters 41, 42 Optional kits 42 Replacing lights 41 Troubleshooting Problem Solver 43, 44 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . . .Back Cover Customer Information 8 Product Registration . . . . . .45, 46 Warranty 47 Owner's Manual SCA1000 SCA1001 www.geadvantium.com
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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS www.geadvantium.com 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
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    service agent using a power cord available from General Electric. s As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children. s Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. s Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. s This oven
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    hot surfaces include the oven door, floor, walls and oven rack (turntable). ARCING Arcing can occur during both speedcooking and microwave cooking. 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
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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS www.geadvantium.com WARNING! FOODS s When microwaving, place all foods and containers on the glass microwave tray. s Do not pop popcorn in your oven unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens. s Do not
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    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS www.geadvantium.com WARNING! Microwavesafe cookware The oven rack (turntable) must always be in place when using the oven. The glass microwave tray should always be in place when microwaving. 6 Make sure to use suitable cookware during microwave cooking. Most glass casseroles
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    oven section for instructions on how to clean the inside of the oven oven. s Avoid heating baby food in glass oven. WARNING! PACEMAKERS All microwave ovens must meet Federal DHHS and FCC requirements. However, the operation of some pacemakers may be affected by microwaves. Cognizant of this problem
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    . Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your oven. If you need service You'll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need
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    to harness the power of light. The Advantium oven cooks the outside of foods much like conventional radiant heat, while also penetrating the surface so the inside cooks simultaneously. While radiant heat is the primary source of power, a "microwave boost" is added with certain foods. Foods
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    increments of microwave cooking time. The oven starts immediately. You may add or subtract time by turning the dial. You may also add time in 30 second increments by pressing MICRO EXPRESS. The oven rack (turntable) must always be in place when using the oven. The glass microwave tray should
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    will signal. If you do not open the door within 1 hour, the oven will turn off automatically. Open the oven door and, using caution, place the food in the oven. Put food or oven-safe cookware directly on the black metal tray to bake. Step 5: Close the oven door. Turn the dial to set the cook time
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    the dial to enter. 6. Use METAL TRAY is displayed. s After a cooking cycle has been completed, use the Resume feature to cook for additional time. s To review settings during cooking, press the selector dial. s See the Cooking Guide packed with the oven for a complete list of pre-set speedcook
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    on the tray. Upper Heaters Operate when using the speedcook, oven/bake or warming features. Window Allows food to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. Door Handle Pull to open the door. The door must be securely latched for the oven to operate. Door Latches Vent Fan Press
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    With your Advantium oven, you can cook with high-intensity halogen lights, ceramic heaters and/or conventional microwave energy. VENT FAN Press this button to remove steam and other vapors from surface cooking. REMINDER Can be used like an alarm clock and can be used at any time, even when the oven
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    speedcook programs, remember that the oven, door and dishes will be very hot! Prior to the first use of your oven, the clock must be set. See the Advantium Quick Start section. Before you begin, make sure the oven rack (turntable) is in place. Use the black metal tray (baking sheet), at all times
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    cooking foods directly on the black metal tray, arrange food as shown below. Foods should be thawed before cooking (the microwave defrost feature can be used). For other restart the oven by pressing the START button or selector dial. 2. RESUME COOKING will be displayed and the oven will restart
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    Speedcooking www.geadvantium.com Advantium uses power from a high intensity halogen light, ceramic heaters, and microwaves to cook food from dial to select FOOD MENU or MANUAL COOK. Press the dial to enter. 2. Follow instructions from To use a pre-set speedcook menu or Manual Cook. 3. To change the
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    cookware Manual speedcook Speedcooking www.geadvantium.com s Follow cookware suggestions on the oven display or in the Cookbook or Cooking Guide. s Cookware will become hot. Oven mitts will be needed to handle the cookware. s Place food or oven-safe cookware directly on the black tray when
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    the START/ PAUSE button. To store the recipe without cooking, press the CLEAR/OFF button. For power level and cooking time suggestions, use your cooking guide or cook book. To find and use stored custom speedcook recipes: 1. Press the SPEEDCOOK button. 2. Turn dial to MY RECIPES and press to enter
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    the dial and press to enter the appropriate settings. (For more detailed instructions, follow steps 4 through 7 in the section Speedcook recipe-to enter button. For power level and cooking time suggestions, use your cooking guide or cook book. To delete stored custom speedcook recipes: 1. Press
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    Custom speedcook recipes Speedcooking www.geadvantium.com Custom Recipe Name Cook Time Power Level U L Comments 21
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    automatically shut off when the internal parts of the oven have cooled. s The exhaust fan may come on automatically if the cooktop is in use. s The oven vent will emit warm air while the oven is on. Lights s When the oven is on, light may be visible around the door or outer case. s The heaters will
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    the food, some foods cook slightly faster than in regular oven cooking. Before you begin, make sure the oven rack (turntable) is in place. Use the black metal tray at all times when baking. Caution: When baking, remember that the oven, door and dishes will be very hot! Bake with preheat 1. Press
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    Press the dial to enter. If the oven door is opened during warming, PAUSE will appear in the display. Close the door and press START/PAUSE. Temperature and Moisture food or dishes directly on the black metal tray. s Preheat on LOW setting and select CRISP. s Check crispness after 45 minutes. Add
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    withstand temperatures up to 275° F. Make sure the oven rack (turntable) and glass microwave tray are in place. Place food or microwavable container directly on the glass microwave tray to cook your food. Center the tray on the oven rack (turntable). The tray will not lock onto the center hub. The
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    or the START/ PAUSE button to start cooking. You may open the door during TIME COOK to check the food. Close the door and press START to resume cooking. Press MICRO EXPRESS for 30 second increments of microwave cooking time. Oven starts immediately. You may add or subtract time by turning the dial
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    on a plate. Cover each layer with a paper towel. s When cooking vegetables, use a microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Cover with a lid or vented plastic wrap. s For frozen vegetables, follow the package instructions for adding water. s For fresh vegetables, add two tablespoons of water for each
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    begin cooking, press the START/PAUSE button or press the CLEAR/OFF button to store the recipe without cooking. To delete stored custom microwave recipes: 1. Press the MICROWAVE button. 2. Turn dial to MY RECIPES and press the dial to enter. 3. Turn the dial to the recipe you want to delete. Press
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    dial or START/PAUSE button to start defrosting. 5. Turn the food over when the oven signals TURN FOOD OVER. Power level is automatically set at 3, but can be changed. To change the power levels, see the Microwave Power Level section. You can defrost small items quickly by raising the power level
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    when using DEFROST-AUTO. Closed packages should be slit, pierced or vented after food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage containers should be partially uncovered. s Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a foil container, transfer it to
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    and the inside of the oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor. s Beverages are best heated uncovered. Covered Vented Dry off dishes so they don't mislead the sensor. MICROWAVE SENSOR PROGRAMS: s Beverage s Popcorn - Prepackaged
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    To use all sensor programs Microwaving www.geadvantium.com Advantium's microwave mode features sensor cooking. The oven automatically senses when food is done and shuts itself off-eliminating the need to program cooktimes and power levels. 1. Press the MICROWAVE button. 2. Turn the dial to select
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    not indicate a problem with the microwave. Move the radio or TV as far away from the microwave as possible, or check the position of the TV/radio antenna. Oven Heat s Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food. Oven mitts may be needed to handle the cookware. s Steam
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    "FOOD IS READY" Features under the OPTIONS button Review 34 Other Advantium Features www.geadvantium.com 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 CLEAR/OFF button. Clock: The clock must
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    Help Other Advantium Features www.geadvantium.com Use this feature to find out more about your oven and its features. 1. Press the HELP Manual Cook Microwave Micro Express Micro Power My Recipes Night Light Options Oven/Bake Popcorn Power Level Reheat-1 Serving Reminder Repeat Last Resume Review
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    and other vapors from surface cooking. Press the VENT FAN button to select the fan speed. Continue pressing to change from high to low to off. Use this feature anytime you need a general purpose timer. It can even be used while cooking in the oven. 1. Press the TIMER button. 2. Turn the dial to
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    Reminder Automatic fan Other Advantium Features www.geadvantium.com Use this feature oven cavity. It automatically turns on at low speed 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
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    the pad, causing electrical shock. Some food or liquids may fall into the heater areas. The heaters will cook most of the food away. Any remaining residue will not affect cooking. Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door The area underneath the oven rack (turntable
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    prevent breakage, allow the trays to cool completely before cleaning. Wash carefully in warm, sudsy water or in the dishwasher. A soap-filled scouring pad can also be used to clean the black metal tray. Do not use abrasives, as they may damage the finish. Glass microwave tray Black metal tray 39
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    Frame It's important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the oven. Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well. The vent fan has 2 metal reusable vent filters. Ovens configured to recirculate air back into the room should also use
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    Connect electrical power to the oven. Remove screw 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
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    ) To remove the charcoal filter To install the charcoal filter Optional kits 42 Care and Cleaning www.geadvantium.com The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must be replaced. Order Part No. WB2X9883 from your GE supplier. If the model is not vented to the outside, the air will be recirculated
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    level and adjusts automatically. • When the oven is on, light may be visible around the door and outer case. • The fan will automatically shut off when the internal parts of the oven have cooled. • If the cooktop gets too hot, the vent fan comes on. • If the microwave is used after speedcook and the
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    Questions? Use this problem solver 44 Troubleshooting www.geadvantium.com Problem Possible Causes What To Do Unplug the oven, then plug it back in. Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet. • Make sure the plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet. Glass microwave tray does not lock
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    protected against expensive repairs. Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at 800-626-2224 for more information. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S. ✁ Cut here Please place in envelope and mail to: General Electric Company Warranty Registration
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    need service. Product Staple receipt here for your records Model No Serial No Your GE Service Number 1-800-GE-CARES GE Appliances (GEA). s Check here if you do not want to receive communications from GEA's carefully selected partners. GE Appliances GE Consumer Products General Electric
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    service, online, 24 hours a day, contact us at www.GEAppliances.com, or call 800-GE-CARES. For The Period Of: One Year From the date of the original purchase GE Will Replace: Any part of the oven office or your state's Attorney General. Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225 47
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    you can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts, catalogs, or even schedule service on-line. You can also "Ask Our Team of Experts™" your questions, and so much more... Schedule Service www.GEAppliances.com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule
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Advantium
™
120 Oven
164D3370P265
49-40332
02-03 JR
SCA1000
SCA1001
Owner’s Manual
www.GEAppliances.com
www.geadvantium.com
Advantium
Advantium Quick Start . . .10, 11
Cooking controls . . . . . . . . . . .14
Customer information
. . . . . . . .8
Oven features
. . . . . . . . . .13, 14
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2–7
What is Advantium? . . . . . . . . .9
Speedcooking
Cooking tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Custom speedcook recipes . . .19, 20
Custom speedcook recipe log . . . .21
Manual speedcook . . . . . . . . . .18
Power level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Repeat last . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Resume feature
. . . . . . . . . . . .16
Speedcook cookware
. . . . . . . . .18
Speedcook menu guide
. . . . . . .12
Speedcook-safe cookware . . . . . . .5
Things that are normal
. . . . . .22
Using a pre-set speedcook menu . . .15
Microwaving
Baking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Cooking tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Custom microwave recipes . . .27, 28
Custom microwave recipe log . . .28
Defrost-Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Defrost-Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Defrosting tips . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Micro Express . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Microwave power levels . . . . . . .27
Microwave-safe cookware
. . . . . .6
Precautions to avoid
possible exposure to
excessive microwave energy
. . . . .2
Sensor cooking . . . . . . . . . .31, 32
Things that are normal
. . . . . .33
Time cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Using pre-set
microwave selections . . . . . . . . .26
Warming and reheating . . .24, 25
Other Features
Auto night light
. . . . . . . . . . .34
Automatic fan
. . . . . . . . . . . .37
Beeper volume . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Child lockout
. . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 34
Display ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . .34
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Scroll speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Surface light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Timer
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Vent fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Care and Cleaning
Cleaning the inside
. . . . . .38, 39
Cleaning the outside
. . . . . . . .40
Filters
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41, 42
Optional kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Replacing lights
. . . . . . . . . . .41
Troubleshooting
Problem Solver . . . . . . . . . .43, 44
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . .Back Cover
Customer Information
. . . . . . . .8
Product Registration . . . . . .45, 46
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47