Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product ZE2160 GE
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Own e r ’ s Man ual Countertop Microwave Oven ZE2 1 6 0.
Consumer Information Countertop Microwave Oven 2 Introduction Y our new Monogram microwave oven makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and kitchen planning flexibility .
3 Before using your oven Read this manual carefully . It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new microwave oven properly . Keep it handy for answers to your questions. Write down the model & serial numbers See the Features of Y our Oven section for model and serial number location.
4 IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: W ARNING– T o reduce the risk of burns, e.
• Operating the microwave with no food inside for more than a minute or two may cause damage to the oven and could start a fire. It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the oven. • Hot foods and steam can cause bur ns.
6 IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MICROW A VE-SAFE COOKW ARE 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 with a metallic sheen can be used.
Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently . Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug.
8 IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS USE OF EXTENSION CORDS SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them.
9 4 2 1 3 6 7 5 Features of Y our Oven Countertop Microwave Oven 1. Door Latches. 2. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. 3. Convenience Guide. 4. T ouch Control Panel and Display .
Cooking Controls Countertop Microwave Oven Yo u c a n microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.
Changing the Power Level Countertop Microwave Oven V ariable Power Levels 1–10 How to Change Power Level The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for Time Cook or Express Cook. The power level may also be changed during time countdown.
Time Features Countertop Microwave Oven Ti me Cook Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Power level 10 (high) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility . 1. Press TIME COOK. 2. Enter cooking time.
13 Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level 10 (High) unless otherwise noted. V egetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 5 to 8 min., In 1 1 ⁄ 2 -qt. oblong glass baking dish, place 1/4 cup water . Med-High (7) Rotate dish after half of time.
Time Features Countertop Microwave Oven Tim e Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. (Auto Defrost is explained in the Auto Feature section.) 1. Press TIME DEFROST . 2. Enter defrosting time.
15 Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Rearrange after half of time. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min. Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 3 to 7 min.
16 Express Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1–6 minutes. Press one of the Express Cook pads (from 1 to 6) for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time. The power level can be changed as time is counting down.
Auto Feature Countertop Microwave Oven Auto Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish weighing up to six pounds.
Sensor Features Countertop Microwave Oven 18 Humidity Sensor The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food.
Reheat NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in sever ely overcooked or burnt food. The Reheat feature reheats 4–36 ounces of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers. 1. Place covered food in the oven.
Other Features Countertop Microwave Oven 20 Child Lock-Out Y ou may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. T o lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CLEAR/OFF for about three seconds.
Delay Star t Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 24 hours. 1. Press DELAY ST AR T . 2. Enter the time you want the oven to start. (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day .) 3. Select AM or PM. 4. Select any combination of Auto Defrost, Time Defrost and Time Cook.
Microwave T erms Countertop Microwave Oven 22 Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. • Foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). • Metal such as twist-ties, poultr y pins, gold- rimmed dishes.
Care and Cleaning Countertop Microwave Oven An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. UNPLUG THE CORD BEFORE CLEANING ANY P ART OF THIS OVEN. How to Clean the Inside W alls, Floor , Inside Window , Mode Stir rer Cover and Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door .
Before Y ou Call For Ser vice Countertop Microwave Oven 24 Questions? Use this problem solver PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE OVEN WILL NOT • A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. COME ON Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker . • Unplug your microwave oven, then plug it back in.
25 General Electric Company W ar ranty Registration Depar tment P .O. Box 32150 Louisville, KY 40232-2150 Place 1st Class Letter Stamp Here GE Appliances Consumer Pr oduct Ownership R egistration Impo.
Consumer Pr oduct Ownership R egistration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. W e are proud to have you as a customer! Follow these three steps to pr otect your new appliance investment: 1 Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today .
27 Consumer Ser vices With the purchase of your new Monogram appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need infor mation or assistance fr om GE, we’ll be there.
W ARRANTY YOUR MONOGRAM MICROW A VE OVEN W ARRANTY Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Pr oof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under war ranty .
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