GE Spacemaker 164 D2092P021 Use And Care Manual Download Page 9

The time cooking feature allows
you to preset the cooking time.

The oven shuts off automatically.

Power level 10 (High) is
recommended for most cooking,
but you may change this for more
flexibility. See the cooking guide.

To become better acquainted with
time cooking, make a cup of coffee
by following the steps below.

Step 1: Fill a cup 2/3 full of water,
add

1 teaspoon of instant coffee and

stir to dissolve. Use a cup that has
no metal decoration and is
microwave safe (see Microwaving

Tips on page 2). Place cup in oven
and close door.

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Step 2: Touch TIME COOK I.
Display shows “: O“ and “POWER

 “ENTER COOK TIME 1“

flashes.

Step 3: Select your time. Touch

1,2 and O for a minute and 20

seconds. Display shows 

 and

“POWER 

 “COOK TIME 1“

flashes.

Because automatic power level 10
is recommended for this cup of
coffee, there is no need to change

the power level. (If power level 10
is not appropriate, see “How to
Change Power Level” at right.)

Step 4: Touch START. “COOK
TIME 

 “POWER 

 and time

counting down show on display.

Step 5: When time is up, the oven
signals and flashes 

 Oven,

light and fan shut off.

Step 6: Open the door.

 the 

 Cook 

Feature

The Time Cook II feature lets you
set two time cooking functions
within one program. This is ideal
when you want to change power
levels during your cooking
operations. Here’s how to do it.

Step 1: Place food in oven in
microwave-safe container and close
the door.

Step 2: Touch TIME COOK I pad.
Display shows “: O“ and “POWER

 “ENTER COOK TIME 1“

flashes.

 Select your cooking time. 

example, touch 2, 1 and 5 for two
minutes and   seconds. Display

shows 

 and “POWER 

“COOK TIME 1“ flashes.

Step 4: Touch TIME COOK II pad.

Step 5: Set your cooking time.

How 

 

 

 

After setting cooking time,
touch POWER LEVEL pad,
then touch desired number for
new power level.

Step 6: Touch START.

Step 7: “POWER 10” is displayed
and-Cook Time 1 is shown counting
down.

Step 8: At the end of Cook Time 1,
the second power level is displayed
and Cook Time 2 is shown counting
down.

Step 9: When time is up, the oven
signals and flashes 

 The

oven, light and fan shut off.

Step 10: Open the door.

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How to Use Auto 

Auto Start allows you to program

your oven to begin cooking at a
preset time of day—up to a 
hour delay.

To Use Auto Start

Step 1: Enter your desired cooking

program.

Step 2: Touch 

 START pad

(instead of START pad).

Step 3: Enter the time you want
the oven to start. (Be sure your
microwave oven clock shows the

correct time of day.)

Step 4: Touch START pad. The
oven will automatically start at
the desired time.

Questions and 

Q. I set my oven 

 time

called for in the recipe, but at the
end of the time allowed, my food
wasn’t done. What happened?

A. Since house power varies due
to time 

or 

location, many time

cook recipes give you a time range
to prevent overcooking. Set the
oven for minimum time, test the
food for doneness, and cook your
food a little longer, if necessary.

Q. I touched 

 pads

and selected my power level. When
I touched 

 however, my

oven didn’t come on. Why not?
A. 
The TIME COOK I or II pad
must be touched before setting the
number pads or else your oven will
not begin cooking.

Q. I want 

 a power

 other than 

 What do

I need to do?
A. 
To change the power level,
touch the POWER LEVEL pad,
then touch desired number for new
power level.

Q. Can Interrupt Time Cook
to check the food?
A. Yes. 
To resume cooking,
simply close the door and press
the START pad. The timer must be
reset for cooking to resume unless
time is remaining on timer.

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Summary of Contents for Spacemaker 164 D2092P021

Page 1: ...cautions 3 Control Panel 6 7 Problem Solver 31 Convenience Food Guide 18 19 Pro am Cooking 8 Cooking Complete Reminder 5 Repair Service 31 Cooking Guide 12 13 20 27 Safety Instructions 3 4 Cooktop Light 6 30 Time Cook 9 Defrosting Guide 16 17 Time Defrost 8 11 Delayed Cooking 8 Warranty Back Cover Exhaust Fan 6 29 Extension Cords 30 Features 5 Grease Filter Grounding Instructions Heating or Reheat...

Page 2: ...ce check the Problem Solver on page 31 It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself Optional Acessory available at extra cost from your GE supplier ml Charcoal filter Mt for non vented instillation M these thb are nomd with your dcrowave oven Steam or vapor escaping from Dull thumping sound while around the door oven is operating Microwaving ps Make sure all cookware u...

Page 3: ...ce only in accordance with the provided installation instructions o Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance Do not use outdoors Do not immerse power cord or plug in water Keep power cord away from heated surfaces Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter 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 d...

Page 4: ...he meat to an inmrnd temperature of at least l W This assures that in the remote possibility that trichina may be present in the mat it wilI be Wed and mat tibe to eat e Bo eggs s not recommended h a microwave oven Pressure can bdd up inside egg yok and may cause it to burst resulting in injury Foods with unbroken outer such as WtitOCS WU S tomatoes apples chicken livers and other giblets and egg ...

Page 5: ... Light the microwave energy distributing 2 Door Latches system Do not remove the cover Touch Control Rnel and 3 Window with Metal Shield You will damage the oven Display See pages 6 and 7 Screen allows cooking to be viewed 7 Oven Light Light comes on Hood Controls while keeping microwaves confined when door is opened or when oven Fan Press HI LO or OFF Light Press ON for cooktop light Press NIGHT ...

Page 6: ...hus setting the clock If you wish to reset or change time simply repeat the above process 6 Clear Off When touched it stops the oven and erases all settings except time of day 7 Exhaust Fan Press HI LO or OFF for desired fan speed 8 Time Defrost Gentle thawing at automatic power level 3 or change power level after entering time See page 11 9 Power Uvel Touch this pad before entering another power ...

Page 7: ... r CLEAR OFF START 0 ...

Page 8: ...set on power level 3 but can be changed by touching the POWER LEVEL pad and the desired power level Step 4 Set holding or standing time by touching M SEC ER The display shows O and ENTER TIME flashes Step 5 Touch 1 0 0 and O to hold for ten minutes 10 00 appears on display and TIME flashes Step 6 Touch TIME COOK I pad The display shows O and POWER 10V ENTER COOK TIME 1 flashes Step 7 Touch 2 5 0 a...

Page 9: ...Step 5 Set your cooking time How b C e wer Mel After setting cooking time touch POWER LEVEL pad then touch desired number for new power level Step 6 Touch START Step 7 POWER 10 is displayed and Cook Time 1 is shown counting down Step 8 At the end of Cook Time 1 the second power level is displayed and Cook Time 2 is shown counting down Step 9 When time is up the oven signals and flashes End The ove...

Page 10: ... food weight check the Auto Defrost code guide to make sure that weight corresponds to the code number entered Step 2 Touch Auto Defrost pad ENTER CODE flashes on display i i f j f li c i i f Step3 Touch number pad4 CODE 4 and LBSV shows on display ENTER WEIGHT flashes Step 4 Touch number pad 3 and O for weight of 3 lbs Display shows 3 0 CODE 4 and START flashes Step 5 Touch START pad Defrost time...

Page 11: ...ted in the package For even defrosting some foods need to be broken up or separated part of the way through the defrosting time Family size pre packaged frozen entrees can be defrosted and microwaved If the food is in a foil container transfer it to a microwave safe dish Check the defrosting guide for other defrosting tips 11 Questions and Answers Q When I press ST T I hear a dull thumping noise W...

Page 12: ...tating Occasionally repositioning a dish in the oven helps food cook evenly To rotate 1 2 turn turn the dish until the side which was to the back of the oven is to the front To rotate 1 4 turn turn the dish until the side which was to the back of the oven is to the side If you use a meat thermometer while cooking make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens Effeck of Food Characteristics on Mic...

Page 13: ...d gravies Reduce some seasonings also they will not lose intensity in short microwaving times Salt meats and vegetables after cooking If an ingredient takes longer to microwave than others in the same dish precook that ingredient before adding to the others Favorite Stuffed Rpprs 6 medium green peppers 1 lbs ground chuck beef 1 2 cup chopped onion 1 cup cooked rice 1 teaspoon salt lA teaspoon pepp...

Page 14: ... servings High 10 8 to 14 cheese etc 1 cup serving 1 can 16 02 High 10 4 to s z Thirdy slicd roasted meat Rare beef roast minimum time Medium rare 1 to 2 servings Meal High 7 1 to 2 maximum time 3 to 4 oz serving 3 to 4 servings Meal High 7 2 to 3 Well done beef pork ham poultry etc 1 to 2 servings Meal High 7 1 to 3 3 to 4 servings Meal High 7 3 to 5 Steaks chops ribs other meat pieces Rare beef ...

Page 15: ...iblet gravy 1 2 cup High 10 1 to 2 spaghetti sauce etc 1 cup High 10 2 to 4 1 can 16 oz High 10 4 to 6 Creamy type 1 2 cup High 10 1 to 1 1 cup High 10 2 to 2 Tip Cover food to prevent spatter Bakery Foods Cake coffee cake doughnuts sweet rolls nut or fruit bread Dinner rolls muffins Pie fruit nut or custard of9 in pie l slice use minimum time for custard Tip Do not cover 1 piece 2 pieces 4 pieces...

Page 16: ...to 12 minutes more Scrape and set aside Break up remaining block and microwave 3 to 5 minutes mores Place unwrapped roast in oven After half of time turn roast over Defrost for second half of time Let stand for 30 minutes Place wrapped package in oven Turn over after first half of time After second half of time separate pieces with table knife Let stand to complete defrosting Place wrapped package...

Page 17: ...n oven Arrange in cooking dish Arrange in cooking dish with meaty side down Turn over for second half of time Place in cooking dish with light underside up Turn over after first half of time Breads Cakes Bread or buns 1 lb Heat serve rolls 7 02 pkg Coffee cake 11 to 14 02 Coffee ring 10 oz pkg Sweet rolls 8 to 12 02 Doughnuts 1 to 3 Doughnuts glazed 1 box of 12 French toast 2 slices Cake frosted 2...

Page 18: ...3 9 to 13 min To Defrost Place in 8 in pie plate Stir twice Meal High 7 9 to 11 min To Cook Divide between 3 or 4 buttered custard cups 6 or 7 oz Rearrange after 5 minutes Souffles are done when center is set Package High 10 2 to 4 min Remove paper tray from carton Turn back cover film to expose potatoes Yes Defrost 3 5 min Stir or breakup after defrosting time Stir High 10 5 to 6 min before servi...

Page 19: ...min No High 10 High 10 High 10 Sauces Gravies Canned Microwave Lid or 10 to 16 oz safe dish plastic wrap High 10 3 to 6 min 32 oz High 10 6 to 9 min Vegetables 3 to 5 min Place on microwave trivet or dish Frozen breaded 7 OZ Canned 8 to 9 oz 15 to 17 OZ 28 to 32 oz Microwave safe dish Microwave safe dish No High 10 Lid or plastic wrap High 10 High 10 High 10 Lid or plastic wrap High 10 High 10 No ...

Page 20: ...after half of time Add vegetables if desired after half of time Recover and finish Add 1 cup water per pound of meat Turn over after half of time Let meat stand in broth at least 10 minutes after cooking For boiled dinner remove meat cook vegetables in broth Turn over and shield ends if necessary after half of time Let meat stand 10 to 15 minutes before carving If desired brush with browning sauce...

Page 21: ...sauce microwave a few minutes to finish Shield top edge of ham with 1 in strip of foil After cooking period let ham stand 10 minutes before carving Let stand 5 minutes before serving If a glaze is desired spoon pineapple or apricot preserves over cooked ham loaf a few minutes before serving Turn over at half of time Lamb Chops Brown N No High 10 5 to 7 min Brush chops lightly with oil Place in 4 c...

Page 22: ...h browning agent if desired Add per lb 1 2 cup water to cooking bag Slit bag near closure to vent Do not use metal tie on bag Cook breast side up Or place breast up in dish and cover with plastic wrap Microwave at Medium 5 21 to 23 minutes per pound Remove plastic wrap baste and rotate dish 1 2 turn after half of time Brea 1 Crust on breads will be soft outside color of foods will be same down bre...

Page 23: ...very 2 minutes Pour filling into precooked measure and Quiche shell Microwave additional time shown at quiche dish 6 to 8 min left Rotate dish 1 2 turn after half of time Cheese Fondue Microwave Cover or High 10 To make Make Basic White Sauce see recipe below safe 2 qt dish plastic wrap sauce 6 min substituting wine for milk Add 1 cup Swiss Medium 5 9 to 10 min cheese and microwave for 9 to 10 min...

Page 24: ...to 12 min High 10 3 to 5 min Add 1 4 to 112 cup water If frozen reduce time 3 to 5 minutes because vegetables are blanched Prick skin of potatoes before cooking Cut in pieces or halves No additional water needed Use large enough casserole to allow for boiling in dish To stir fry one type of vegetable substitute 1 tablespoon oil for water and follow times in cooking guide Blanch only 1 pound or 1 q...

Page 25: ... in dish Using fork turn over every 5 minutes while microwaving High 10 18 to 21 min Add 21A cups water Stir after 10 minutes High 10 4 to 6 min Add I cups water Stir after 2 minutes Cereal 1 Always use microwave safe cookware glass or plastic Use large 3 Do not cover prevents spillover enough container to avoid spillover 4 Stir half way through cooking time 2 Start with hottest tap water to short...

Page 26: ...s When done toothpick stuck in cake comes out clean Invert cake onto plate let dish stand over cake a few minutes When cooking seved cupcakes you may notice some will be done before others If so remove cupcakes as they are done and continue cooking the rest a few seconds more Grease dish before adding batter Rotate dish 1 2 turn after hdf of time Cut when cool Pierce fruit or peel to prevent burst...

Page 27: ...oil in bags Storage Bags Specialty Glass Ceramic and Porcelain such as El Camino F B Rogers Heller Marsh Industries Pfaltzgraff Shafford Paperboard Trays used for frozen entrees and dinners Plastic trays and plates used for frozen entrees and dinners Avoid Use only foil trays 3 4 in deep or less Foil or metal will reflect microwaves thus preventing even heating Arcing can occur if foil is closer t...

Page 28: ...th a damp cloth to remove all soil DO NOT USE ABRASIVES SUCH AS CLEANING POWDERS OR STEEL AND PLASTIC PADS THEY WILL MAR THE SURFACE Special note when using Brown N Sear Dish If grease is present high heat generated on bottom of a Brown N Sear dish may cause the grease to burn onto the oven floor This may be removed with a cleanser such as Bon Ami brand cleanser After using this cleanser rinse and...

Page 29: ...t war other alkali because it will darken metal Light brushing can be used shake and remove moisture befo e replacing Filters should be cleaned at least once a month Never operate your hood without To replace grease filter slide the filter in the frame slot on the back of the opening the filter in place In situations where flaming might occur on surfaces below hood filter will retard entry of flam...

Page 30: ...ay also be used for replacements Raise light compartment cover and replace screw Connect electrical power to microwave oven Grounding Imtructiom 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 current This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a groun...

Page 31: ...dations on increasing time I ERROR APPEARS Weight is incorrect for Auto Defrost code on guide It is necessary to reset oven ON DISPLAY When using Clock you have not entered a valid clock time M th things are normal with your microwve oven Steam or vapor escaping from Dufl thumping sound while around the d r oven is operating Light reflection around door or Dimming oven light and change outer case ...

Page 32: ...ACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE WHAT IS N COVERED Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 co...

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