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Glossary of Microwave 

When adapting recipes for the microwave, it is best
to start with a familiar recipe. Knowing how the food
should look and taste will help when adapting recipes
for microwaving. Foods that require browning or
crisp, dry surfaces will cook better conventionally.

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Moist 

foods, 

such as vegetables, fruits, poultry and

seafood, microwave well.

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Rich foods, such as bar cookies, moist cakes and

candies, are suitable for microwaving because of their
high fat and sugar content.

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Reduce conventional cooking time by 

one-third. Check food after minimum time to avoid
overcooking.

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Small amounts of butter or oil can be used for flavoring,

but are not needed to prevent sticking.

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Seasonings may need to be reduced. Salt meats and

vegetables after cooking.

Covering. In both conventional and microwave cooking,
covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and
reduce cooking time. Conventionally, partial covering
allows excess steam to escape. Venting plastic wrap or
covering with wax paper serves the same purpose when
microwaving.

Venting. After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you
vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so
excess steam can escape.

Arranging Food in Oven. In conventional baking, you
position foods, such as cake layers or potatoes, so hot air
can flow around them. When microwaving, you arrange
foods in a ring, so that all sides are exposed to microwave
energy.

Stirring. In range-top cooking, you stir foods up from
the bottom to heat them evenly. When microwaving, you
stir cooked portions from the outside to the center. Foods
that require constant stirring conventionally will need
only occasional stirring when microwaving.

Turning Over. In range-top cooking, you turn over foods,
such as hamburgers, so both sides can directly contact
the hot pan. When microwaving, turning is often needed
during defrosting or when cooking certain foods, such as
frozen hamburgers.

Standing Time. In conventional cooking, foods such as
roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking or to
set. Standing time is especially important in microwave
cooking. Note that a microwaved cake is not placed on
a cooling rack.

Shielding. In a conventional oven, you shield chicken
breasts or baked foods to prevent over-browning. When
microwaving, you use small strips of foil to shield thin
parts, such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry, which
would cook before larger parts.

Arcing. Sparks caused by too much metal in the
microwave oven or metal touching the side of the oven or

foil that is not molded to food.

Prick Foods to Release Pressure. Steam builds up
pressure in foods that are tightly covered by a skin or
membrane. Prick foods, such as potatoes (as you do
conventionally), egg yolks and chicken livers, to prevent
bursting.

Rotating. Occasionally, repositioning a dish in the oven
helps food cook more evenly. To rotate 1/2 turn, turn the
dish until the side that was to the back of the oven is to the
front. To rotate 1/4 turn, turn the dish until the side that
was to the back of the oven is to the side.

Basic Microwave Guidelines

Density of Food. In both conventional and microwave
cooking, dense foods, such as potatoes, take longer to
cook than light, porous foods, such as rolls, bread or
pieces of cake.

Round Shapes.  Since microwaves penetrate foods
to about one inch from top, bottom and sides, round
shapes and rings cook more evenly. Corners receive
more energy and may overcook. This may also happen
when cooking conventionally.

Delicacy.  Foods with a delicate texture, such as
custards, are best cooked at lower power settings to
avoid toughening.

Natural Moisture  of food affects how it cooks. Very
moist foods cook evenly because microwave energy is
attracted to water molecules. Food that is uneven in
moisture should be covered or allowed to stand so heat
can disperse evenly.

Piece Size. Small pieces cook faster than large ones.
Pieces that are similar in size and shape cook more
evenly. With large pieces of food, reduce the power
setting for even cooking.

Shape of Food. In both types of cooking, thin areas
cook faster than thick areas. This can be controlled in
microwaving by placing thick pieces near the outside
edge and thin pieces in the center.

Starting Temperature.  Foods taken from the freezer
or refrigerator take longer to cook than foods at room

temperature. Timings in our recipes are based on the
temperatures at which you normally store the foods.

Quantity of Food.  In both types of cooking, small
amounts usually take less time than large amounts.
This is most apparent in microwave cooking, where
time is directly related to the number of servings.

Shelf (on models so equipped). Use the shelf to heat
more than one dish at one time. Take the shelf out when
you are not using it.

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Summary of Contents for Spacemaker 164 D2092P126

Page 1: ...lete Reminder 8 Safety Instructions 2 5 Cooking Guide 18 24 Time Cook 10 Defrosting Guide 16 17 Time Defrost 11 Delayed Cooking 9 Warranty Back Cover Exhaust Fan 6 26 Extension Cords 27 Features 8 Glossary of Microwave Terms 12 Grease Filter 26 Grounding Instructions 27 Heating or Reheating Guide 14 15 Hold Time 9 Light Bulb Replacement 27 GEAmw CeM Microwave Cookware Guide 13 8W fl Mode1 130J r T...

Page 2: ...m or vapor escaping from around the door Light reflection around door or outer case Dimming oven light and change in blower sound may occur while operating at power levels other than high c Dull thumping sound while oven is operating Some TV Radio interference might be noticed while using your microwave oven It s similar to the interference caused by other small appliances and does not indicate a ...

Page 3: ...intended for laboratory or indnstriai use For best operation plug this appliance into ifi own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of Iighb blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker Q InstaN or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Instaiiation ktrnctions Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance Do not use outdoors Do not immerse power cord or plug in water ...

Page 4: ...s 2 Do not subject emp cookware to microwaving 3 Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision When cooking pork follow the directions exactly and always cook the meat to an internal temperature of at least 170W This assures that in the remote possibility that trichina may be present in the meat it will be killed and meat wfil be safe to eat Do not bofl eggs in a micr...

Page 5: ...causessmoking and greasy spiEovers that may ignite and sp if exhaust fan is operating To minimize automatic n operation use adequate sized cookware and use high heat ody when n essary In the event of a grease fire smother flaming pan on surface unit by covering pan completely with well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray Never flame foods under the oven with the exhaust fan operating because it ...

Page 6: ...r change time simply repeat above process 5 POWER LEVEL Touch this pad before entering another power level number if you want to change from automatic power level 10 High for cooking or power level 3 Low for defrosting 6 CLEAR OFF When touched it shuts off the oven and erases all settings except time of day 8 MIN SEC TIMER This feature uses no microwave energy It functions as either a kitchen time...

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Page 8: ... Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in oven 4 Model and Serial Numbers 5 Oven Vent 8 Hood Controls Fan Press HI LO or OFF Light Press ON or OFF 6 Oven Light Light comes on when door is opened or when oven is operating in any function 9 Grease Filters 10 Cooktop Light 7 Touch Control Panel and Digitil Display For detailed information on each feature see page...

Page 9: ... is automatically set on power level 3 but can be changed by touching the POWER LEVEL pad and the desired power level Step 4 Set standing or hold time by touching MIN SEC TIMER pad The display shows O and ENTER TIME7 flashes Step 5 Touch 1 0 0 and O to hold for 10 minutes 10 00 appears on display and TIME flashes Step 6 Touch TIME COOK I II pad The display shows O and POWER 10 ENTER COOK TIME I fl...

Page 10: ...Time Cook II feature lets you set two time cooking functions within one program This is ideal if 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 II Display shows O and POWER 10 E R COOK TME I flashm Step 3 Select your cooking time For example touch 2 1 and 5 for a co...

Page 11: ... 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 s Check the Defrosting Guide for other defrosting tips Questions and Answers Q When I touch the START pad I hear a dull thumping noise What is it A This sound is normal It is letting you know the oven is using a power level low...

Page 12: ...ving you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry which would cook before larger parts Arcing Sparks caused by too much metal in the microwave oven or metal touching the side of the oven or foil that is not molded to food Prick Foods to Release Pressure Steam builds up pressure in foods that are tightly covered by a skin or membrane Prick foods su...

Page 13: ...m food However do not heat baby food in iars even without lids because food will heat unevenly Do not warm fo ds in narrow necked bottles because pressure can build up Cooking and heating Heating and serving of foods and beverages Styrofoam will melt if food is too hot or if food is cooked for a long time Cooking and heating Heating and some cooking Follow dinnerware manufacturer s recommendations...

Page 14: ...ith plastic wrap Microwave pastry bites uncovered to retain their crispness Bakery Foods Cake coffee cake doughnuts sweet rolls 1 piece nut or fruit bread 2 pieces 4 pieces 9 in cake or 12 rolls or doughnuts Dinner rolls muffins 1 2 4 6 to 8 Pie fruit nut or custard 1 slice 1 slice of 9 in pie 2 slices use minimum time for custard 4 slices 9 in pie Low 3 Low 3 Low 3 Low 3 Medium 5 Medium 5 Medium ...

Page 15: ...pieces rotate dish 1 2 turn after half of cooking time Plate of bftovers Meat plus 2 vegetables 1 plate High 10 3 to 4 min Tip Cover plate of food with wax paper or plastic wrap Sandwiches Meat cheese filling with 2 slices of bread 1 to 2 servings Meal High 7 1 to 3 min 3 to 4 servings Meal High 7 3 to 4 min Moist filling Sloppy Joes barbecue ham salad 1 to 2 servings Meal High 7 1 to 2 min etc in...

Page 16: ...s before serving Let stand 5 minutes before serving Reposition after first half of time Let stand 5 minutes before serving Rearrange after first half of time Turn over after first half of time Let stand 5 minutes before serving Rearrange after first half of time fih Seafood Power Level Defrost 3 Fillets Pre packaged 1 lb 4 to 5 5 to 7 Place unopened package in oven If fish is frozen in water place...

Page 17: ... half of time Defrost for second half of time Let stand for 30 minutes to 1 hour Turn over after first halfoftime Let stand 5 minutes Turn over after first halfoftime Let stand 15 minutes Rotate package 1 4 turn after first halfoftime Let stand 5 minutes Turn over and separate after first halfoftime Remove patties as they thaw Place unwrapped ribs in cooking dish Turn over after first halfoftime A...

Page 18: ...Always use microwave safe cookware 4 Cool cake in dish set directly on heat proof surface or wooden 2 Before adding measured amount of batter grease dishes or line board 10 to 15 minutes before inverting them with wax paper Do not flour 5 Crust on cakes will be soft If cake is to be frosted refrigerate 3 Cakes are done when toothpick or long skewer inserted into cake for an hour to firm exterior s...

Page 19: ...ookware 4 Cover pasta and rice while microwaving When using plastic 2 For pasta use about one half the amount of water needed for wrap turn back one corner to vent conventional boiling Add regular amount of salt and 1 teaspoon 5 Stir or rearrange after halfofcooking time Drain pasta oil optional to prevent sticking immediately after microwaving 3 For rice or minute rice use the same amount of wate...

Page 20: ...n pie plate No Meal High 7 17 to 22 min Pour filling into precookd 9 inch pie shell Scrambled Glass No High 10 to 1 min Scramble e s with 1 teaspoon butter and measuring cup per e 1 tablespoon milk per egg Place in oven and or casserole microwave for half of total time Stir set portions from the outside to the center Mow to stand 1 or 2 minutes to finish cooking Wh and Seafood 1 Fish is done when ...

Page 21: ...cooking make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens Food wer hvel Time Container Cover or Internal Temp Comments Beef Ground crumbled for casseroles or soup 1 lb 1 Ibs Meatballs 1 lb 2 Ibs Meatloaf Round Ioafi Loaf shape Patties 4 patties per lb 1 to 2 patties 3 to 4 patties Pot roasts Simmered beef corned beef or brisket Casserole No Round or Wax paperer oblong dish plastic wrap Pie plate or ...

Page 22: ...in single layer I to lfi min 2 to 2Y2 min 2Y2 to 3 min 15 to 19 min perlb Ham precooked canned butt or shank 2 qt oblong dish Cooking bag Wax paper Plastic wrap Medium 5 High 10 Medium 5 Place fat side down in dish Turn ham over after halfofcooking time 10to 15 min Turn over or rearrange after 10 minutes Ham slices steaks 1 to 2 in thick Pork chops l in 2 qt oblong dish Microwave safe cookware Bru...

Page 23: ...h with browning sauce or broil top surface of cooked bird until brown and crisp Turkey breast Oblong dish Cooking bag Medium 5 13 to 15 min Tie ribs to breast cavity Place breast in per lb cooking bag Close securely with plastic tie Place breast side down in dish Slash bag on underside near closure to vent rn over after half of cooking time Vegetables 1 Always use microwave safe cookware 4 Cover v...

Page 24: ... min 12 to 14 min 3 to 5 min 6 to 8 min 6 to 8 min 5 to 7 min 8 to 11 min In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish place 1 4 cup water Rotate dish after half of time In l qt casserole In l qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water In 1 or 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 2 or 3 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In lfi qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In l qt casserol...

Page 25: ...S 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 Bon Ami brand cleanser rinse and dry thoroughly following instructions on can Do not use Bon Ami brand...

Page 26: ...he filter in the frame slot on the back of the opening To remove grease filter grasp the finger hold on the filter and slide to the rear Pull filter upward and to the front to lock into place To clean grease filter soak then agitate filter in solution of hot water aid detergent Don t use ammonia or other alkali because they will darken metal Light brushing can be used to remove embedded dirt Rinse...

Page 27: ...ten Use a solution of warm water and detergent About 1 tablespoon of ammonia maybe added to the water Take care not to touch the filters and enamel surfaces with this solution ammonia will darken metal 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 current T...

Page 28: ...d additionrd cooking time for completion o Inco erlevel en r d Checkcooking Guide for recommended power level Dish s not ro ted tu ed or sti Some dishes require specific instructions ChwkCooking Guide orreeipe for instructions Too many dishes in oven at same time Cooking time must be increased when cooking more than one food item Check Cooking Guide time recommendations All these things are normal...

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Page 31: ...liances can have needed parts or accessories sent direcdy to their home free of shipping charge The GE parts system provides access to over 47 000 parts and dl GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted WSA Mastetiard and Discover cards are accepted User maintenance instructions contained in this boo et cover p dms intended to be performed by any user O er servicing genedy shodd be refemd to qu ...

Page 32: ... SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE WHAT IS NOT COVERED SerViCetriPStOyOurhOmetO Replacement of house fuses or teach you how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose about operating the product pleas...

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