GE PEB1590SMSS manual

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    Microwave O ve n Sensor Convection MFL38211602 49-40549-1 07-08 JR PEB1590 Owner’ s Manual ge.com Safety Information Arcing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Grounding Instructions . . . . . . . 6 Important Safety Instructions . . . . .[...]

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    Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. T o reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy: ■ Read and follow the specific precautions in the PRECAUTIONS TO A VOID POSSIBLE EX[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions ge.com IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. ■ Do not store any materials, other than our recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use. ■ Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water—for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming[...]

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    Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. FOODS ■ Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens. ■ Do not boil eggs in a microwave o[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions ge.com MICROW A VE-SAFE COOKW ARE Do not operate the oven without the turntable and the turntable support seated and in place. The turntable must be unrestricted so it can rotate. Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most gl[...]

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    6 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric curren[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions ge.com READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMA TION CAREFULL Y . SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 EXTENSION CORDS 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 a[...]

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    About the features of your oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1000 W atts Features of the Oven Door Latch Release Handle. Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. Control Panel and Selector Dial. Removable T urntable. T urnt[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 9 Y ou can cook by microwave, convection or combination. About the cooking features of your microwave/convection oven. ge.com Cooking Controls Selector Dial Microwave Cooking T ime and Auto Features Press T urn and push dial to enter TIME COOK Amount of cooking time [...]

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    10 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Do not use the shelf when microwave cooking. Always use the shelf when convection cooking. Cooking Method Microwave energy is distributed evenly throughout the oven for thorough, fast cooking of food. Heat Source Microwave energy . Heat Conduction Heat produced wi[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 11 T ime Cook T ime Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time between 15 seconds and 95 minutes. Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility . Press the TIME COOK button . T urn the dial to set the cook time and press the [...]

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    Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips 12 T ime Defrost Use T ime Defrost to defrost for a selected length of time. Press the DEFROST button. T urn the dial to select the time you want. Press the dial to enter . Press the ST ART/P AUSE button to start defrosting. T urn the food over if the oven signals TU[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 13 About changing the power level. ge.com The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the time for T ime Cook , T ime Defrost or Express Cook. The power level may also be changed during time countdown. First, follow directions for T ime Cook [...]

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    Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips 14 About the sensor microwave features. 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. Do not use the Sensor Features twice in successio[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 15 ge.com T URN TO S ELECT P USH TO E NTER C OOK Sensor Food T ype Guide Food T ype Servings Serving Size Comments Chicken Pieces 1 to 4 2 to 8 Use oblong, square or round dish. pieces Cover with wax paper . Fish 1 to 4 4 to 16 oz. Use oblong, square or round dish. C[...]

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    Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Popcorn T o use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using T ime Cook if the package is less than 1.5 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave. Press the POPCORN button once or twice. The oven starts i[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 17 Convection cooking uses a heating element to raise the temperature of the air inside the oven. Any oven temperature from 225°F to 450°F may be set. A fan gently circulates this heated air throughout the oven, over and around the food, producing golden brown exte[...]

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    Combination Cooking offers the best features of microwave energy and convection cooking. Microwaves cook food fast and convection circulation of heated air browns foods beautifully . Any oven temperature from 225°F to 450°F may be set. For Best Results… Always use the shelf when combination cooking. The shelf is required for good air circulatio[...]

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    19 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Cookware tips. ge.com Convection Cooking Metal Pans are recommended for all types of baked products, but especially where browning or crusting is important. Dark or dull finish metal pans are best for breads and pies because they absorb heat and produce crisper cr[...]

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    20 Use the following guide to select the best method of cooking. Specific recipes can be adapted to any method of cooking. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Foods Microwave Combination Convection Appetizers Dips and Spreads ❶ N/ R N/ R Pastry Snacks ②❶ ② Beverages ❶ N/ R N/ R Sauces and T o[...]

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    21 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the other features. ge.com Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while cooking. Press the CLOCK button. T urn the dial to set hours. Press the dial to enter . T urn the dial to set minutes. Press the dial to enter . T urn the dial [...]

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    22 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Display ON/OFF Use to turn your clock display on or off. Press the OPTIONS button twice and turn the dial to select ON or OFF . Press the dial to enter . T URN TO S ELECT P USH TO E NTER O PTIONS Display Speed The scroll speed of the display can be changed. Press [...]

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    23 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: ■ the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the microwave walls. ■ metal or foil touching the side of the oven. ■ foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges [...]

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    Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips 24 Care and cleaning of the oven. 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 , Inside Window, Metal and Plast[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 25 Stainless Steel Do not use a steel-wool pad; it will scratch the surface. T o clean stainless steel sur faces, use a hot, damp cloth with a mild detergent suitable for stainless steel sur faces. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to remove soap. Dry with a dr y , clean [...]

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    Before you call for service… T roubleshooting T ips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Oven will not start A fuse in your home may be • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker . blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Power surge. • Unpl[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 27 ge.com Things That Are Normal With Y our Microwave Oven ■ Steam or vapor escaping from around the door . ■ Light reflection around door or outer case. ■ Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other than high. ■ Dull thumping soun[...]

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    Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips 28 Notes.[...]

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    29 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Notes. ge.com[...]

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    Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips 30 Notes.[...]

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    31 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions GE Microwave Oven W arranty . For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Y ear Any part of the microwave oven which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. From the date of the During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also p[...]

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    Printed in Korea Consumer Support. GE Appliances W ebsite ge.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? T r y the GE Appliances W ebsite 24 hours a day , any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on-line. Schedule Service ge.com Expe[...]