GE ZE2160 owner manual MICROWAVE-SAFE Cookware, Use foil only as directed in this manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE

Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used. Some cookware is labeled “suitable for microwaving.”

•If you are not sure if a dish is microwave-safe, use this test: Place in the oven both the dish you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled with one cup of water—set the measuring cup either in or next to the dish. Microwave 1 minute at high. If the dish heats, it should not be used for microwaving.

If the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup heats, then the dish is microwave-safe.

•If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.

•Do not use recycled paper products. Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can contain metal flecks which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper products containing nylon or nylon filaments should be avoided, as they may also ignite.

•Some styrofoam trays (like those that meat is packaged on) have a thin strip of metal embedded in the bottom. When microwaved, the metal can burn the floor of the oven or ignite a paper towel.

•Do not use the microwave oven to dry newspapers.

•Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap can be used to cover dishes in order to retain moisture and prevent spattering. Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape.

•Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens. Check the package for proper use.

•Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food. Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware.

•“Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by package. If they are not, plastic could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in injury. Also, plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered because they form a tight seal. When cooking with containers tightly covered with plastic wrap, remove covering carefully and direct steam away from hands and face.

•Use foil only as directed in this manual.

TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than 3/4″ high; remove the top foil cover

and return the tray to the box. When using foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1 inch away from the sides of the oven.

•Plastic cookware—Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used carefully. Even microwave-safe plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of overcooking. In longer exposures to overcooking, the food and cookware could ignite.

Follow these guidelines:

1.Use microwave-safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer’s recommendations.

2.Do not microwave empty containers.

3.Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision.

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Contents Countertop Microwave Oven ZE2160 Contents IntroductionIf you need service Before sending in this card, please write theseNumbers here Safety Precautions Arcing FoodsHot foods and steam can cause burns MICROWAVE-SAFE Cookware Use foil only as directed in this manualFollow these guidelines Grounding Instructions USE of Adapter PlugsUSE of Extension Cords Features of Your Oven Optional AccessoriesModel Kit Sensor Features Press Enter Options Auto Feature Press EnterCooking Controls Changing the Power Level Variable Power LevelsHow to Change Power Level Time Features Time CookTime Cook Cooking Guide for Time Cook Vegetable Amount Comments AsparagusTime Defrost Defrosting TipsFruit Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, CakesFish and Seafood MeatYou can use this feature two ways Express Cook Add SecondsThis is a quick way to set cooking time for 1-6 minutes Auto Feature Auto DefrostConversion Guide Popcorn Sensor FeaturesHumidity Sensor BeverageChicken/Fish How to Change the Automatic SettingsReheat PotatoOther Features Delay Start Timer On/OffBeeper Volume Page How to Clean the Outside How to Clean the InsideCare and Cleaning Removable Turntable and Turntable SupportCome on All these things are normal with your microwave ovenRegistration Ownership Product Consumer Consumer Product Ownership Registration Consumer Services Warranty Warrantor General Electric Company. Louisville, KY
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