Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsConsumer SupportTroubleshooting TipsIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, orto prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.n Read and follow the specific precautions in thePrecautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to ExcessiveMicrowave Energy section above.n This appliance must be grounded. Connect onlyto a properly grounded outlet. See theGroundingInstructions section on page 4.n Install or locate this appliance only in accordance withthe provided installation instructions.n Be certain to place the front surface of the door threeinches or more back from the countertop edge to avoidaccidental tipping of the appliance in normal usage.n Do not mount this appliance over a sink.n Do not mount the microwave oven over or near anyportion of a heating or cooking appliance.n Do not store anything directly on top of the microwaveoven surface when the microwave oven is in operation.n Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged powercord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it hasbeen damaged or dropped. If the power cord isdamaged, it must be replaced by General Electric Serviceor an authorized service agent using a power cordavailable from General Electric.n Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.n Use this appliance only for its intended use as describedin this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vaporsin this appliance. This microwave oven is specificallydesigned to heat, dry or cook food, and is not intendedfor laboratory or industrial use.n Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use thisproduct near water—for example, in a wet basement,near a swimming pool, or near a sink.n Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.n Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.n Do not let power cord hang over edge of table orcounter.n To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:– Do not overcook food. Carefully attend applianceif paper, plastic, or other combustible materials areplaced inside the oven while cooking.– Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper orplastic containers before placing them in the oven.– Do not use the oven for storage purposes. Do not leavepaper products, cooking utensils, or food in the ovenwhen not in use.– If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep the ovendoor closed, turn the oven off, and disconnect the powercord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breakerpanel. If the door is opened, the fire may spread.n See door surface cleaning instructions in theCare and cleaning of the microwave oven sectionof this manual.n This appliance should be serviced only by qualifiedservice personnel. Contact nearest authorized servicefacility for examination, repair, or adjustment.n As with any appliance, close supervision is necessarywhen used by children.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSWARNING!(a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the dooropen since open-door operation can result in harmfulexposure to microwave energy. It is important not todefeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.( b) Do Not Place any object between the oven front faceand the door or allow soil or cleaner residue toaccumulate on sealing surfaces.(c) Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged. It isparticularly important that the oven door closeproperly and that there is no damage to the:(1) door (bent),(2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened),(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.(d) The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired byanyone except properly qualified service personnel.PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURETO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY2