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GE SCA1000HCC - 1.4 cu. Ft. Advantium Microwave Oven Manual

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  • GE SCA1000HCC | Owners Manual - Page 1
    inside 36, 37 Cleaning the outside 38 Filters 39, 40 Optional kits 40 Replacing lights 39 Troubleshooting Problem Solver 41, 42 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . . .Back Cover Warranty 43 Owner's Manual SCA1000 SCA1001 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial Find these
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    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 oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven
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    installed over both gas and electric cooking equipment. ■ 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. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by General Electric Service or an authorized service
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    INSTRUCTIONS www.geadvantium.com WARNING! SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ■ Do not operate the oven without the oven rack (turntable) in place. The oven and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: ■ Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. ■ Foil
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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS www.geadvantium.com WARNING! FOODS ■ When microwaving, place all foods and containers on the glass microwave tray. ■ 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. ■ Do
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    only as directed in this manual. When using foil in the oven, keep the foil at least 1 inch away from the sides of the oven. ■ Do not use the oven to dry newspapers. ■ If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens. ■ Some styrofoam trays (like those
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    refer to the Care and Cleaning of the oven section for instructions on how to clean the inside of the oven. ■ Hot foods and steam can cause burns. fry in the oven. Notice- Pacemakers ■ Most pacemakers are shielded from interference from electronic products, including microwaves. However, patients
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    technology 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
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    Set the clock Begin speedcooking Microwaving with Micro Express Advantium Quick Start www.geadvantium.com When you first plug in the oven or after a power outage: 1. Turn the selector dial to set the hour. Press the dial to enter. 2. Turn the dial to set the minute. Press
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    /Bake feature Using the Warming feature 10 Advantium Quick Start www.geadvantium.com With Preheating Step 1: Press the OVEN/BAKE button. Step 2: Turn the dial to set the oven temperature and press dial to start preheating. Do not place the food in the oven.(You will be prompted to enter the cook
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    . 6. Use METAL TRAY is displayed. ■ After a cooking cycle has been completed, use the Resume feature to cook for additional time. ■ To review settings during cooking, press the selector dial. ■ See the Cooking Guide packed with the oven for a complete list of pre-set speedcook menu selections. 11
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    will not lock onto the center hub. Place food or Cooktop Light Press the SURFACE LIGHT button to turn the cooktop light on and off. microwave-safe cookware directly on Control Panel the tray. The buttons used to operate the oven Upper Heaters are located on the control panel. Operate when
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    Features www.geadvantium.com With your Advantium oven, you can cook with high-intensity halogen lights, ceramic heaters and/or conventional microwave energy. SPEEDCOOK Press this button to access the speedcook menu or to set your own speedcook program. Press and hold for 3 seconds to repeat the
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    oven rack (turntable) must always be in place when using the oven. Put food or non-metal, oven-safe cookware directly on the black metal tray to speedcook. Advantium see OPTIMIZING COOK TIME in the display. The oven automatically senses the electrical voltage level in your home and adjusts the
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    that has been frozen should be thawed before cooking (the microwave defrost feature can be used). For other frozen prepackaged foods bit longer, you can restart the oven by pressing the START button or selector dial. 2. RESUME COOKING will be displayed and the oven will restart immediately at 10% of
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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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    Manual speedcook Speedcooking www.geadvantium.com ■ Follow cookware suggestions on the oven display or in the Cookbook or Cooking Guide. ■ Cookware will become hot. Oven mitts will be needed to handle the cookware. ■ Place food or oven the speedcook operations. Advantium gives you the flexibility
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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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    seconds after you press START. The oven automatically senses the electrical voltage level in your home and parts of the oven have cooled. ■ The exhaust fan may come on automatically if the cooktop is in use. ■ The oven vent will emit warm air while the oven is on. Lights ■ When the oven is on, light
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    dial again. 4. Turn the dial to set the cook time and press to enter. 5. Place the food in the oven, and press the Start/pause button to start the oven. If the oven door is opened during cooking, PAUSE will appear in the display. Close the door and press START/PAUSE. Cook times
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    select WARMING. Press the dial to enter. 3. Turn the dial to select the oven temperature. LOW 140-160°F MEDIUM 160-195°F HIGH 195-230°F 4. Turn the dial the level of moisture you want. Press the dial to enter. If the oven door is opened during warming, PAUSE will appear in the display. Close the
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    that can 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
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    to start cooking. To review settings during cooking, press the selector dial. If the door is opened during cooking, the oven will stop and PAUSE resume cooking. Press MICRO EXPRESS for 30 second increments of microwave cooking time. Oven starts immediately. You may add or subtract time by turning
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    on a plate. Cover each layer with a paper towel. ■ When cooking vegetables, use a microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Cover with a lid or vented plastic wrap. ■ For frozen vegetables, follow the package instructions for adding water. ■ 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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    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
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    before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor. ■ Beverages are best heated uncovered. Covered Vented Dry off dishes so they don't mislead the sensor. MICROWAVE SENSOR PROGRAMS: ■ Beverage ■ Popcorn - Prepackaged microwave popcorn, 1.5 oz. to 3.5 oz
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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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    . Similar to the interference caused by other small appliances, it does 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 ■ Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from
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    Review 32 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 before you can use your oven for the first time (see Quick Start for instructions). 1. To change the clock
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    Other Advantium Features www.geadvantium.com Use this feature to find out more about your oven 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 Soup Speedcook Start/Pause Surface Light
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    lockout Surface light Vent fan Timer Other Advantium Features www.geadvantium.com You may lock the control panel to prevent the oven from 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
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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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    areas. Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls. Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your oven. Do not clean the inside of the oven with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad, causing electrical shock. Some food or liquids may fall into the heater
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    . 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 37
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    with ammonia or alcohol, as they can damage the appearance of the microwave oven. If you choose to use a common household cleaner, first apply parts. Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleach or products containing chlorine on Stainless Steel finishes. CleanSteel Use a clean, soft, light and lightly
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    . 3. Be sure the bulb to be replaced is cool before removing. Gently pull the bulb from the receptacle. Replace with a 12 volt, 20-watt halogen bulb. Order WB36X10176 from your GE supplier. 4. Raise the light cover and replace the screw. Connect electrical power to the oven. Remove screw The metal
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    Charcoal filter (JX81A) To remove the charcoal filter To install the charcoal filter Optional kits 40 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
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    Troubleshooting www.geadvantium.com Questions? Use this problem solver or visit the GE website at ge.com Problem Possible Causes LIGHTS Light during a speedcook cycle dims and cycles on and off, even at full power levels This is normal. Power level has been automatically reduced because the
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    this problem solver 42 Troubleshooting www.geadvantium.com Problem Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Power surge. • 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
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    . Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. For The Period Of: One Year From the date of the original purchase GE Will Replace: Any part of the oven which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one
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    Support GE Appliances Website ge.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts, catalogs, or even schedule service
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Advantium
™
120 Oven
MFL30039301
49-40481-2
08-08 JR
SCA1000
SCA1001
Owner’s Manual
ge.com
www.geadvantium.com
Advantium
Advantium Quick Start . . . . .9, 10
Cooking controls . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Oven features . . . . . . . . . . .12, 13
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2–7
What is Advantium?
. . . . . . . . .8
Speedcooking
Cooking tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Custom speedcook recipes . . .18, 19
Manual speedcook . . . . . . . . . . .17
Power level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Repeat last . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Resume feature . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Speedcook cookware . . . . . . . . . .17
Speedcook menu guide . . . . . . . .11
Speedcook-safe cookware . . . . . . . .5
Things that are normal . . . . . . .20
Using a pre-set speedcook menu
. . .14
Microwaving
Baking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Cooking tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Custom microwave recipes . . .25, 26
Defrost-Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Defrost-Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Defrosting tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Micro Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Microwave power levels . . . . . . .25
Microwave-safe cookware . . . . . . .6
Precautions to avoid
possible exposure to
excessive microwave energy . . . . . .2
Sensor cooking
. . . . . . . . . .29, 30
Things that are normal . . . . . . .31
Time cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Using pre-set
microwave selections
. . . . . . . . .24
Warming and reheating . . . .22, 23
Other Features
Auto night light
. . . . . . . . . . . .32
Automatic fan
. . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Beeper volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Child lockout
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 32
Display ON/OFF
. . . . . . . . . . .32
Help
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Scroll speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Surface light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Vent fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Care and Cleaning
Cleaning the inside . . . . . . .36, 37
Cleaning the outside . . . . . . . . .38
Filters
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39, 40
Optional kits
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Replacing lights
. . . . . . . . . . . .39
Troubleshooting
Problem Solver
. . . . . . . . . .41, 42
Consumer Support
Consumer Support
. . . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
__________________________
Serial #
__________________________
Find these numbers on a label inside
the oven.