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How to Use the Minute/Second 

The Minute/Second Timer has
three timing functions:

● 

It operates as a minute timer.

 It can be set to delay cooking.

● 

It 

can be used as a hold setting

after defrosting.

The Minute/Second Timer operates
without microwave energy.

How to 

 a 3-Minute

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1. Touch MIN/SEC TIMER pad.

The display shows “: O“ and

“ENTER TIME” flashes.

2. Touch number pads 3,0 and O
for 3 minutes and no seconds.
Display shows 

 

 

3. Touch START pad. Display

shows time counting down.

4. When time is up, oven signals,
flashes 

 and display shows

time of day.

Using a Holding 

The Minute/Second Timer can also
be used to program a “holding time”
between microwave cooking functions.
The time can range from one second
to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. A
holding or standing time maybe
found in some of your own recipes
or in the Cooking Guide.

Programming Delayed
Cooking

To delay cooking up to 99 minutes
and 99 seconds, touch TIME COOK
I &II pad and enter cook time.
Touch MIN/SEC TIMER pad and
enter number of minutes to delay
cooking. Touch START pad. Timer
will count down to zero and
cooking will begin.

How to Defrost, Hold and

 Cook

Let’s say you want to defrost a frozen
casserole for 15 minutes, hold for

10 minutes and then Time Cook for

25 minutes. Here’s how to do it:

Step 1: Take casserole from freezer
and place in oven.

Step 2: Touch 

 DEFROST pad.

The display shows “: O“ and

“POWER 

 “ENTER 

TIME” flashes.

Step 3: Touch number pads 1,5,0
and O for a defrosting time of 15
minutes. 

 appears on display.

(Defrosting 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 

 flashes.

Step 5: Touch 1,0,0 and O to hold
for 10 minutes. 

 appears on

display and “TIME” flashes.

Step 6: Touch TIME COOK I & II
pad. The display shows “: O“ and

“POWER 

 “ENTER COOK

TIME I“ flashes.

Step 7: Touch 2, 5,0 and O for a
cooking time of 25 minutes.

“COOK TIME” flashes and

 and “POWER 10” appear

on display.

Step 8: Touch the START pad.

 TIME” and 

counting down, show on display.
As each function is automatically
performed, the oven display shows
the instructions entered and the
function.

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

Questions and Answers

Q. What will happen if I
accidentally reverse my defrost,
hold and cook instructions?

A. The oven will automatically
rearrange your program. Defrosting
will always come first, then hold,
and then the cooking function.

Q. Can I defrost and hold only?

A. Yes. Sometimes you may only
want to defrost a food, hold it, and
cook it later. All you need to do is
program in defrost and amount of
time. Then program the hold time
and the amount of cooking time. 
sure to put the thawed dish in the
refrigerator promptly.

 Let foods remain at room

temperature only as long as safe.
Times will vary.

Q. I programmed my oven for
a specific defrosting time but it
defrosted longer than necessary.
What happened?

A. When instructions conflict,
the oven carries out the last
instruction. You may have set the
oven to defrost for 4 minutes, hold
for 2 minutes, and then defrost for
6 minutes. In this case, the oven
would defrost for 6 minutes and
hold for 2 minutes.

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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