GE WES1130DMWW Use and Care Manual

GE WES1130DMWW - GE1.1 cu. Ft. Capacity Countertop Microwave Oven Manual

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    27-29 Time Features 17-22 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .33, 34 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven . . . .34 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . .Back Cover Warranty 35 Owner's Manual WES1130 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial Find these numbers on a label
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    or loosened), 3 door seals and sealing surfaces. I The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including
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    surface cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual. I GE does not support any servicing of this microwave oven, except as described by the Consumer Support section of this manual. Do not attempt to service the microwave oven yourself. If service is
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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ 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: I Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins or gold-rimmed dishes
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    Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com I SUPERHEATED WATER Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present.
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    SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles, heated food. Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 6
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    Operating Instructions ge.com 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
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    have a qualified electrician install an outlet near the appliance. (See WARNING- EXTENSION CORDS section.) For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker. 8 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance's power cord will be disconnected receptacle replaced with a 3-prong (grounding) receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 9
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    by children or tripped over unintentionally. If you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times may be longer, too. 10 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 11 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Safety Information Operating Instructions About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1100 Watts 12 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com Features of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. Convenience Guide. Touch Control Panel Display. Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door.
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    Information About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Time Features Convenience Features Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 14
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    Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press TIME COOK Press once or twice TIME Option 3.5 oz. or 3 oz. 8 oz., 12 oz., 16 oz. or 4 oz. Serving size Serving size Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 15
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    Information Operating Instructions About changing . 5 Press STARTPAUSE. Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking. The power levels on the microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range Keeping food warm; softening butter. 16 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Safety Information Operating Instructions About the time features. ge.com Time Cook Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Power level 10 Press START/PAUSE. At the end of Time Cook I, Time Cook II counts down. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 17
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    Safety Information About the time features. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable . In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. 18 Consumer Support
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    Instructions ge.com Vegetable Corn (frozen kernel) Corn on the cob (fresh) (frozen) Mixed vegetables (frozen) Peas (fresh, shelled) (frozen) Potatoes (fresh, cubed, white) (fresh, whole, sweet or white Place in center of the oven. Let stand 5 minutes. 10 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 19
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    Instructions About the time features. Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide during defrosting. This is normal when oven is not operating at High power microwave very briefly, or let it stand a few minutes. 20 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    ge.com Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Defrosting Guide in oven. Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting. Place unopened package in oven. Microwave in cooking dish. Microwave 2-4 minutes more, unwrapped hen in the oven per lb. breast-side unwrapped breast in microwave-safe dish breast-
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    Safety Information Operating Instructions About the time features. Express Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1-6 minutes. Press one of the Express Cook the pad is pressed. I It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds of cooking time. 22 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Instructions About the convenience features. ge.com Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 to 3.5 ounces. Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: 1 Follow package instructions feature may be very hot. Remove the container with care. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 23
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    size for food type 4 cannot be changed. Reheat Guide Food Type 1 Beverage 2 Pasta 3 Vegetables 4 Dinner Plate Comments Use wide-mouth mug. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 24
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    water for each serving. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Follow package instructions for adding water. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Follow package instructions to prepare pizza for microwaving. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 25
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    and 2 for 1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces). 3 Press START/PAUSE. There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the oven. I Remove meat from package and place on microwave- Guide safe dish. I Twice during defrost, the oven signals "turn." At each "turn" signal, turn the food over. Remove
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    the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.) 3 Select your desired cooking program. 4 Press START/PAUSE. The Delay Start time will be displayed. The oven will automatically start at the delayed time. The time of day may be displayed by pressing CLOCK. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Safety Information Operating Instructions About the other features. Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. To lock without opening the door or clearing the display. 28 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Safety Information Operating Instructions ge.com Kitchen Timer This pad performs one function: I It operates as a minute timer. The Kitchen Timer operates without microwave energy. How to Use as a Minute Timer , press and hold KITCHEN TIMER for 3 seconds. 29 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    . Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack. Venting After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 30
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    Safety Information Operating Instructions Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. ge.com Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of this oven. How to Clean the Inside Walls, Floor,
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    Safety Information Operating Instructions Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. How to Clean the Outside Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave. Case Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy
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    Instructions Troubleshooting tips. ge.com Problem Oven will not start Control panel lighted, yet oven reset circuit breaker. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in. • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet. . Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 33
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    by other small appliances, it does not indicate a problem with the microwave. Plug the microwave into a different electrical circuit, move the radio or TV as far away from the microwave as possible, or check the position and signal of the TV/radio antenna. 34 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Safety Information Operating Instructions GE Microwave Oven Warranty. Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to make a warranty claim. For The Period Of: One Year From the date of the original purchase What GE Will Provide: Replacement unit for any product which
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    hours. Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. GE does not support any servicing of this microwave oven, except as described by the Consumer Support section of this manual. Do not attempt to service the microwave oven yourself. If service is desired
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ge.com
Microwave Oven
DE68-03426A
49-40566
05-07 JR
WES1130
Owner’s Manual
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
________________________
Serial #
________________________
Find these numbers on a label inside
the oven.
Safety Instructions
. . . . . . . . . .2–10
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . .31, 32
Changing the Power Level
. . . .16
Convenience Features . . . . .23–26
Features of Your
Microwave Oven . . . . . . . . . .12–15
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . .27–29
Time Features . . . . . . . . . . . .17–22
Troubleshooting Tips
. . . . . .33, 34
Things That Are Normal
With Your Microwave Oven . . . .34
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35