GE Microwave

Microwave Cooking Time and Auto Features

Sensor Features

Convection Baking, Convection Roasting or Air Fry

Microwave Cooking

Your oven uses microwave energy to cook by a set time or weight, or automatically by sensor.

Sensor microwave works by detecting the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food.

Cooking Method

Microwave energy is distributed evenly throughout the oven for thorough, fast cooking of food. 

Heat Source

Microwave energy.

Heat Conduction

Heat produced within food by instant energy penetration.

Benefits

Fast, high efficiency cooking. Oven and surroundings do not get hot. Easy clean-up.

Convection Baking, Convection Roasting and Air Fry

During baking or roasting, a heating element is used to raise the temperature of the air inside the oven. Any oven temperature from 225ºF. to 425ºF. may be programmed. A fan gently circulates this heated air throughout the oven, over and around the food, producing golden brown exteriors and rich moist interiors. This circulation of heated air is called convection. Because the heated air is kept constantly moving, not permitting a layer of cooler air to develop around the food, some foods cook faster than in regular oven cooking.

Cooking Method

Hot air circulates around food to produce browned exteriors and seal in juices.

Heat Source

Circulating heated air (Convection).

Heat Conduction

Heat conducted from outside of food to inside.

Benefits

Aids in browning and seals in flavor. Cooks some foods faster than regular ovens.

Combination Fast Cooking

Your oven also offers the option of Combination Fast Cook, using microwave energy along with convection cooking. You cook with speed and accuracy, while browning and crisping to perfection.

Cooking Method

Microwave energy and convection heat combine to cook foods up to 25% faster than regular ovens, while browning and sealing in juices.

Heat Source

Microwave energy and circulating heated air.

Heat Conduction

Food heats from instant energy from penetration and heat conducted from outside of food.

Benefits

Shortened cooking time from microwave energy, plus browning and crisping from convection heat.

Convection Bake or Roast

Metal Pans are recommended for all types of baked products, but especially where browning is important.

Dark or dull finish metal pans are best for breads and pies because they absorb heat and produce crisper crust.

Shiny aluminum pans are better for cakes, cookies or muffins because they reflect heat and help produce a light tender crust.

Glass or Glass-Ceramic casserole or baking dishes are best suited for egg and cheese recipes due to the cleanability of glass.

Combination Fast Bake

Glass or Glass-Ceramic baking containers are recommended. Be sure not to use items with metal trim as it may cause arcing (sparking) with oven wall or oven shelf. This can damage the cookware, the shelf or the oven.

Heat-Resistant Plastic microwave cookware (safe to 450ºF) may be used, but it is not recommended for foods requiring all-around browning, because the plastic is a poor conductor of heat.

How to use Accessories

Select the Best Method of Cooking

Use the following guide to select the best method of cooking. Recipes can be adapted using the guidelines below to determine the appropriate cooking mode.

Using the Dial

You can make selections on the oven by turning the dial and pressing it to enter the selection.

Pressing the dial can also be used in place of the Start/Pause button for quicker programming of the oven.

Cook Time

(Do not use the shelves when microwave cooking.)

Add 30 Sec

This is a quick way to set and start cooking in 30 second blocks each time the Add 30 Second button is pressed. The cook time may be changed by turning the dial at any time during cooking.

The power level will automatically be set at 10 and the oven will start immediately.

The power level can be changed as time is counting down. Press the Power level button, turn the dial and press to enter.

Weight Defrost

(Do not use the shelves when microwave cooking)

Weight Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meals, poultry and fish weighing up to one pound.

• Remove meat from package and place on microwave-safe dish.

1. Press the Defrost button once.

2. Turn the dial to the food weight, using the Conversion Guide at right. 

For example, dial .5 for.5 pounds (8 oz.) Press the dial to enter.

3. Press the Start/Pause button to start defrosting.

4. Turn the food over if the oven signal TURN FOOD OVER.

• Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil.
• After defrosting, most meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting.

Conversion Guide

If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the ounces must be converted to tenths (.1) of a period.

Time Defrost

(Do not use the shelves when microwave cooking.)

Use Time Defrost to defrost for a selected length of time.

1. Press the Defrost button twice.

2. turn the dial to select the time you want. Press the dial to enter.

3. Press the Start/Pause button to start defrosting.

4. Turn the food over if the oven signals TURN FOOD OVER.

You may change the defrost time at any time during defrosting by turning the dial.

Power level is automatically st at 3, but can be changed. You can defrost small items quickly by raising the power level after entering the time. Power Level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in about half; Power Level 10 cuts the total time to approximately 1/3. However, food will need more frequent attention than usual.

A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting. This is normal when oven is not operating at High power.

Defrosting Tips

• Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted int he package. Closed packages should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage containers should b e 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 after defrosting. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.
• 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.

Power Level

The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the time for Cook Time or Time Defrost. The power level may also be changed during time countdown.

1. First, follow directions for Cook Time or Time Defrost.

2. Press the Power Level button.

3. Turn the dial clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease the power level. Press the dial to enter.

4. Press the Start/Pause button to start cooking.

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. Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. Power Level 7 is microwave energy 70% of the time. Power Level 3 is energy 30% of the time. Most cooking will be done on High (Power Level 10) which gives you 100% power. Power Level 10 will cook faster but food may need more frequent stirring, rotating or turning over.

A lower setting will cook more evenly and need less stirring or rotating of the food. Some foods may have better flavor, texture or appearance if one of the lower settings is used. Use a lower power level when cooking foods that have a tendency to boil over, such as scalloped potatoes.

Rest periods (when the microwave energy cycles off) give time for the food to "equalize" or transfer heat to the inside of the food. An example of this is hown with Power Level 3 - the defrost cycle. If microwave energy did not cycle off, the outside of the food would cook before the inside was defrosted.

Here are some examples of uses for various power levels:

High 10: Fish, bacon, vegetables, heating liquids.

Med-High 7: Gentle cooking of meat and poultry; baking casseroles and reheating.

Medium 5: Slow cooking and tenderizing for stews and less tender cuts of meat.

Low 2 or 3: Defrosting, simmering; delicate sauces.

Warm 1: Keeping food warm; softening butter.

Humidity Sensor

What happens when using the Sensor Features: 

The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food.

Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession on the same food portion - it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. If food is undercooked after the countdown, use Cook Time for additional cooking time.

NOTE: Sensor features will not operate when the oven is hot. If one of the sensor cooking buttons is pressed when the temperature inside the oven is greater than 200ºF, "OVEN TOO HOT FOR SENSOR COOKING - USING ALTERNATE METHOD" will be displayed. The oven will automatically change to cook by time (follow the directions in the display) or once the oven is cool enough, the sensor features will function normally.

• The proper containers and covers are essential for best sensor cooking.
• Always use microwave-safe containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap. Never use tight sealing plastic containers - they can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.
• Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Breads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.

Cook

Because most cooking containers must be covered during Cook, this feature is best with foods that you want to steam or retain moisture.

NOTE: Use of the metal shelf with Cook is not recommended.

Recommended Foods

A wide variety of foods including meats, fish and vegetables can be cooked using this feature.

Foods not recommended

Foods that must be cooked uncovered, foods that require constant attention, foods that require addition of ingredients during cooking and foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after cooking should not be cooked using this feature. It is best to Cook Time them.

Popcorn

(Do ot use the shelves when microwave cooking.)

To use the Popcorn feature:

1. Follow package instructions, using Cook Time if the package is less than 2.0 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the turntable.

2. Press the Popcorn button. The oven starts immediately.

If you open the door while POPCORN SENSOR is displayed, an error message will appear. Close the door, press Cancel/Off and begin again.

If food is undercooked after the countdown, use Cook Time for additional cooking time.

How to adjust the automatic Popcorn Setting to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time 

If you find that the brand of popcorn you use underpops or overpops consistently, you can add or subtract 20-30 seconds to the automatic popping time.

To subtract or add time for sensor cook, turn the dial when the time appears.

Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighting 2.0 to 3.5 ounces.

NOTE:  Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion-it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food.

Beverage

(Do not use the shelves when microwave cooking.)

The Beverage feature heats beverages from 6 to 12 ounces.

Press the Beverage button. Then oven start immediately.

Drinks heated with the Beverage features may be very hot. Remove the container with care.

Reheat

(Do not use the shelves when microwave cooking.)

The Reheat features reheats servings of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers.

1. Place the cup of liquid or covered food in the oven. Press Reheat and choose food type.

2. The oven signals when steam is sensed and the time remaining begins counting down.

Do not open the oven door until time is counting down. If the door is opened, close it and press Start/Pause immediately.

After removing food from the oven, sir, if possible, to even out the temperature. Reheated foods may have wide variations in temperature. Some areas of food may be extremely hot.

If food is not hot enough after the countdown use Cook Time for additional reheating time.

Some Foods Not Recommended for Use With Reheat

It is best to use Cook Time for these foods:

• Bread products
• Foods that must be reheated uncovered.
• Foods that need to be stirred or rotated.
• Foods calling for a dry look or crisp  surface after reheating.
• To subtract or add time for sensor cook, turn the dial when the time is shown.

NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession he same food portion - it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food.

Cook

(Do not use the shelves when microwave cooking.)

1. Place covered food in the oven and close the door. Press the Cook button. ENTER FOOD TYPE appears in the display.

2. Turn the dial to the desired food type. Press to enter. 

See the Sensor Food Type Guide below for specific foods and instructions.

The oven starts immediately.

NOTE: If the door was open while the control was being set, close the door and press the Start/Pause button to begin cooking.

If food is undercooked after the countdown, use Cook Time for additional cooking time.

Do not open the oven door before the countdown time is displayed - steam escaping from the oven can affect cooking performance. If the door is opened, close the door and press Start/Pause immediately.

If ground meat was selected, the oven may signal you to drain and stir the meat. Open the door, drain the meat and close the door. Press the Start/Pause button if necessary to resume cooking.

Cooking Tips 

• When oven signals and countdown time is displayed, the door may be opened for stirring, turning or rotating food. To resume cooking, close the door and press Start/Pause.
• Match the amount of food to the size of the container. Fill containers at least 1/2 full.
• Be sure outside of container and inside of oven are dry. 
• After completion of Cook cycle, if food needs additional cooking, return food to oven and use Cook Time to finish cooking.
• To subtract or add time  for sensor cook, turn the dial when the time is shown.

NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession the same food portion - it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food.

Convection Bake or Convection Roast with Preheat

1. Press the Convection Bake or Convection Roast button.

2. Turn the dial to set the oven temperature and press dial to enter. Do not enter bake time  now. (The cook time  will be entered later, after the oven is preheated.) See the Convection Bake Offset section below.

3. Press the dial or the Start/Pause but to start preheating.

4. When the oven is preheated, it will signal. If you do not open the door within 1 hour the oven will turn off automatically.

5. Open the oven door and , using caution,place the food in the oven.

6. Close the oven door. Turn the dial to set the cook time and press the dial or Start/Pause to start cooking.

7. When cooking is complete, the oven will signal and turn off.

NOTE: You may change the cook time at any time during cooking by turning the dial.

You may change the oven temperature at any time during cooking by pressing the Power Level button. Turn the dial to set the oven temperature and press the dial to enter.

To view the cook time and oven temperature during cooking, press the Bake button.

Convection Bake or Convection without Preheating

1. If your recipe does not require preheating, pres the Convection Bake or Convection Roast button. See the Convection Bake Offset section below.

2. Turn the dial to set the oven temperature and press to enter.

3. Turn the dial to set the cook time and press to enter.

4. Press the dial or the Start/Pause button to start the oven.

NOTE: You may change the cook time at any time during cooking by turning the dial.

You may change the oven temperature at any time during cooking by pressing the Power Level button. Turn the dial to set the oven temperature and press the dial to enter.

To view the cook time and oven temperature during cooking, press the Convection Bake button.

Convection Bake or Convection Without Preheating

1. If your recipe does not require preheating, press the Convection Bake or Convection Roast button. See the Convection Bake Offset section below.

2. Turn the dial to set the oven temperature and press to enter.

3. turn the dial to set the cook time and press the enter.

4. Press the dial or the Start/Pause button to start the oven.

NOTE: You may change the cook time at any time during cooking by turning the dial.

You many change the oven temperature at any time during cooking by pressing the Power Level button. turn the dial to set the oven temperature and press the dial to enter.

To view the cook time and oven temperature during cooking, press the Convection Bake button.

Convection Bake Offset

When using Convection Bake, the Convection Bake Offset feature will automatically convert entered regular baking temperatures to convection baking temperatures.

This feature is activated so that the display will show OFFSET ON and the actual converted (reduced) temperature. For example, if you enter a regular recipe temperature of 350ºF and press the Start/Pause button, the display will show the converted temperature of 325ºF.

This feature can be turned off in the Settings menu. See the Convection Bake Offset Selection in the About the other features section.

NOTE: If convection baking and the Convection Bake Offset feature is turned off, reduce the oven temperature 25ºF from the recipe to prevent overbrowning on the top of baked goods.

Fast Cook with Preheat

1. Press the Combination Fast Cook button.

2. Turn the dial to set the oven temperature and press dial to enter. Do not enter Fast Cook cook time now. (The cook time will be entered later, after the oven is preheated.)

3. Press the dial or the Start/Pause button to start preheating.

4. When the oven is preheated, it will signal. If you do not open the door within 1 hour, the oven will turn off automatically.

5. Open the oven door and using caution, place the food in the oven.

6. Close the oven door. Turn the dial to set the cook time and press to enter. Press the dial or the Start/Pause button to start cooking.

7. When cooking is complete, the oven will signal and turn off.

NOTE: You may change the cook time at any time during cooking by turning the dial. 

You may change the oven temperature and microwave power level at any time during cooking by pressing the Power Level button. Turn the dial to set the oven temperature and press the dial to enter. Then, turn the dial to set microwave power level 1 through 3 and press the dial to enter. The default power level is 3. 

To view the cook time and oven temperature during cooking, press the Fast Cook Button.

• Check the Cookware Tips section for correct cookware when using Fast Cook.
• Do not use metal cookware with Fast Cook.
• Reduce the recipe cook time by 25%
• See the Best Method of Cooking section to determine the which foods are appropriate to cook using Fast Cook.

Fast Cook Without Preheat

1. If your recipe does not require preheating, press the Fast Cook button.

2. Turn the dial to set the oven temperature and press to enter.

3. Turn the dial to set the cook time and press to enter.

4. Press the dial or the Start/Pause button to start the oven.

NOTE: You may change the cook time at any time during cooking by turning the dial.

You may change the oven temperature and microwave power level at any time during cooking by pressing the Power Level button. Turn the dial to set the oven temperature and press the dial to enter.

Then, turn the dial to set microwave power level 1 through 3 and press the dial to enter. The default power level is 3.

To view the cook time and oven temperature during cooking, press the Fast Cook button.

NOTE:

• Some recipes call for preheating.
• Check the Cookware Tips section for correct cookware when using Fast Cook
• Do not sue metal cookware with Fast Cook.
• See the Best Method of Cooking section to determine the which foods are appropriate to cook using Fast Cook.

Air Fry Feature

Air Fry uses a heating element to raise th temperature of the air inside the oven. On some models, depending on when it was manufactured, the air fry temperature may be preset at 425ºF. On newer models, the air fry temperature may be set from 325ºF to 400ºF. A fan gently circulates this heated air throughout the oven, over and around the food, producing golden brown exteriors and rich, moist interiors. This circulation of heated air is called convection.

Because the heated air is kept constantly moving, not permitting a layer of cooler air to develop around the food, some foods cook faster than in regular oven cooking.

For Best Results...

Use metal tray, metal rack and glass tray and leave at least a 1-inch gap between the cooking dish and the sides of the oven.

Air Fry with Auto Cook

1. Press the Air Fry button

2. Turn the dial to select Auto and press the dial.

3. Turn the dial to select Food type and press the dial.

4. Turn the dial to select Serving size and press the dial or Start/Pause button to start cooking.

5. When cooking is complete, the oven will signal and turn off.

Air Fry with Manual Cook

1. Press the Air Fry button

2. Turn the dial to select Manual and press the dial.

3. Turn the dial to select the Cooking Temperature and press the dial. CW dial rotation will increase the temperature 5 deg/step till 400ºF. CCW dial rotation will decrease the temperature 5 deg/step till 325ºF.

4. Turn the dial to select the Cooking time and press the dial or Start/Pause to start cooking.

5. When cooking is complete, the oven will signal and turn off.

Other Features

Timer On/Off

The Timer operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating.

1. Press the Timer button

2. Turn the dial to select the minutes. Press the dial to enter.

3. Turn the dial to select the seconds. Press the dial to enter.

4. Press the dial or Timer to start.

To cancel, press the Timer button.

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.

Steam Clean

1. Press the Steam Clean button

2. Put steam bowl with 1/4 cup of water.

3. Press the dial or Start/Pause to start.

Once the cycle is terminated, wipe oven cavity with paper towel or cloth.

Turntable

For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. If can be turned off for large dishes.

1. Press the Turntable On/Off button to stop or start rotating the turntable.

Sometimes the turntable can become too hot to touch.

Be careful touching the turntable during and after cooking.

Control Lock-Out

You may lock the control panel to prevent the oven from being accidentally started during cleaning or being used by children.

To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold 3 seconds. When the control panel is locked, CONTROL LOCKED will be displayed briefly anytime a button or dial is pressed.

Chef Connect

Use the Chef Connect feature for connecting your microwave to a GE Appliances range to sync your vent fan, cooktop surface lights and clock via Bluetooth technology.

1. You must have a Chef Connect enabled range. To pair your microwave for the first time, initiate the Chef Connect process on the GE Appliances range. Refer to the range owner's manual for instructions.

2. On the microwave, hold Chef Connect button for 3 seconds. The Bluetooth icon  on the display will start flashing as the microwave stars to search and pair with your GE Appliances range. The icon  will remain ON after pairing successfully.

If a GE Appliances range is not found within 2 minutes during search mode the microwave will stop searching and the Bluetooth icon  will turn OFF.

On initial setup, the setup protocol will start.

If the Chef Connect feature is enabled the default settings are as follows:

-Display clock sync: ON

-Auto surface light: ON (HIGH setting)

- Auto vent fan: OFF

- Auto off: 15 minutes

3. Turn the dial to select Surface Light Sync On/Off. Press the dial to confirm. If on, it allows the microwave surface lights to turn on at HIGH level automatically when the paired range's cooktop burner turns ON. If OFF, the microwave surface lights will not automatically turn on when a cooktop burner turns on.

4. Turn the dial to select Vent Fan Sync ON/OFF. Press the dial to confirm. If ON, it allows the microwave vent fan to turn on at LOW speed automatically when the paired range's cooktop burner turns on. If OFF, the vent fan will not turn ON automatically when a cooktop burner is turned on. Pairing is now complete, the Chef Connect feature is now on.

NOTE: If here is no sync option selected during set up, 5 minutes after icon  turns ON, the units will return to stand-by mode and use the default settings.

After completing the setting per above steps, your microwaves vent fan and surface light could be set to turn on automatically when the cooktop burner is turned on. The cooktop and range clock display will be synced to display the same time. The vent fan and cooktop light will be set to automatically turn off 15 minutes after the cooktop burner is turned OFF. If desired, the light, fan, and auto off settings can now be changed using option in Settings. Press Chef Connect once to temporarily turn OFF communication between the microwave and range. Press again to turn communication back ON. The icon  will illuminate when ON. In the case of an unintended disconnect such as lost power to the microwave or range the connection will remain after power resumed. For very short power interruptions, the power may need to be reset in order to reconnect.

NOTE: To unpair the microwave from the range, press and hold the Chef Connect button on the microwave for 3 seconds. The Bluetooth icon will start to flash. Press cancel or wait 2 minutes for the flashing to stop. You may need to unpair when the GE Appliances range is replaced or serviced. 

Auto Night Light

Auto Night Light can be set for light on during the night. The surface light will be set to the LOW brightness setting at the ON time. At the OFF time the surface light will be turned off.

1. Press the Settings button and turn the dial to select Auto Night Light. Press the dial to enter.

2. Turn the dial to select Off to turn off Auto Night Light function. Press the dial to enter.

Turn the dial to select New to turn on Auto Night Light function. Press the dial to enter. Enter ON time and OFF time. Press the dial to enter.

Turn the dial to select Review to review the Auto Night Light function setting. Press the dial to enter.

Set Clock

1. Press the Settings button and turn the dial to select Clock Set. Press the dial to enter.

2. Turn the dial to set hours. Press the dial to enter.

3. Turn the dial to set minutes. Press the dial to enter.

4. Turn the dial to set AM/PM. Press the dial to enter.

Clock Mode

Clock Mode can be set for 12 hours and 24 hours.

1. Press the Settings button and turn the dial to select Clock Mode. Press the dial to enter.

2. Turn the dial to set 12 hours or 24 hours Clock Mode. Press enter to activate.

Display Speed

Display Speed can be adjusted for Slow, Normal, or Fast

1. Press the Settings button and turn the dial to select Display Speed. Press the dial to enter.

2. Turn the dial to set Display Speed (Slow, Normal, Fast). Press enter to activate.

Sound Level

Sound Level can be adjusted for Mute, Low, Normal or Loud.

1. Press the Settings button and turn the dial to select Sound Level. Press the dial to enter.

2. Turn the dial to set Sound Level (Mute, Low, Normal, or Loud). Press enter to activate.

Surface Light Sync

1. Press the Settings button and turn the dial to select Surface Light Sync. Press the dial to enter.

2. Turn the dial to select Sync Mode (Off, Low, High).

3. Press the dial to activate.

Vent Fan Sync

1. Press the Settings button and turn the dial to select Vent Fan Sync. Press the dial to enter.

2. Turn the dial to select Vent Fan Sync Mode (Off, Low, Medium, High or Boost).

3. Press the dial to activate.

Sync Auto Off

1. Press the Settings button and turn the dial to select Sync Auto Off. Press the dial to enter.

2. Turn the dial to select Sync Auto Off (up to 15 minutes and manual). Press enter to activate.

My Cycle

The Add 30 Sec button can be adjusted to the My Cycle feature.

1. Press Setting button and turn the dial to select My Cycle. Press the dial to enter.

2. Turn the dial to select time (from 5 Sec to 60 Sec) and press the dial to complete the setting.

Convect Bake Offset

1. Press the settings button and turn the dial to select Convect Bake Offset. Press the dial to enter.

2. Turn the dial to select Convect Bake Offset On/Off. Press enter to activate.

Bake Temp Adjust

1. Press the settings button and turn the dial to select Bake Temp Adjust. Press the dial to enter.

2. Turn the dial to select Bake Temp Adjust range from -25 degrees to 25 degrees. Press enter to activate.

Filter Replace Reminder

The charcoal/grease filter should be replaced when it is noticeable dirty/discolored (usually after 6-12 months, depending on hood usage) or filter replacement LED is on. 

When the Filter Replace LED turned on, replace filter and press Reset Filter.

Surface Light

Press Surface Light once for bright light, twice for the night light or a third time to turn the light off.

Vent Fan

The vent fan removes steam and other vapors from surface cooking. Press Vent Fan once for high fan speed, twice for medium fan speed, three times for low fan speed or a fourth time to turn the fan off.

Vent fan will turn on automatically when the cooktop burner is turned on with Chef Connection.

Automatic Fan

An automatic fan feature protects the microwave from too much heat rising from the cooktop below it. It automatically turns on 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 are cool. It may stay on for 30 minutes or more after the cooktop and microwave controls are turned off.

Microwave Terms

Filler Panels Kits

JX36BWW - White

JX36BBB - Black

JX36BSS - Stainless

JX36BES - Slate

JX36BTS - Black Stainless

JX36BDS - Dark Slate

When replacing a 36" range hood, filler panel kits fill in the additional width to provide a custom built-in appearance.

For installation between cabinets only; not for end-of-cabinet installation. Each kit contains two 3" wide filler panels.

Recirculation Charcoal Filter Kit

WB02X35607 or JX81D - Charcoal Filter

Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be vented to the outside.

15" Cabinet Installation Kit

JX15BUMPBB - Black

JX15BUMPWW - White

For use when installing with 15" depth cabinets.

Available at extra cost from your GE Appliances supplier.

See back cover for order online at GEAppliances.com

Vent Fan

The vent fan has two metal reusable vent filters. Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter.

Reusable Vent Filters

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 should be cleaned once a month, or as needed.

Removing and Cleaning the Filters

To remove, slide them to the rear using the tabs. Pull down and out.

To clean the vent filters, soak them and then swish around in hot water and detergent. Don't use ammonia or ammonia products because they will darken the metal. Light brushing can be used to remove embedded dirt.

Rinse, shake and let dry before replacing.

To replace, slide the filters into the frame slots on the back of each opening. Press up and to the front to lock into place.

Charcoal Filter

The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must be replaced. See back cover for ordering online at GEApplicances.com

If the model is not vented to the outside, the air will be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that helps remove smoke and odors.

The charcoal filer should be replaced when it is noticeably dirty or discolored (usually after 6 to 12 months, depending on usage). See Optional Kits page 30, for more information.

Charcoal Filter Replacement

1. Unplug the microwave oven.

2. Remove the vent grille mounting screws.

3. Tip the grille forward, then lift out to remove.

4. Remove the charcoal filter.

5. Slide a new charcoal filter into place.

6. Slide the bottom of the vent grille into place.

Push the top until it snaps into place.

Replace the mounting screws.

7. Plug in the microwave oven.