n Use foil only as directed in this manual.When using foil in the microwave oven,keep the foil at least 1” away from the sidesof the oven.n Plastic cookware—Plastic cookwaredesigned for microwave cooking is veryuseful, but should be used carefully. Evenmicrowave-safe plastic may not be astolerant of overcooking conditions asare glass or ceramic materials and maysoften or char if subjected to short periodsof overcooking. In longer exposures toovercooking, the food and cookware couldignite.Follow these guidelines:1 Use microwave-safe plastics only andusethem in strict compliance with thecookware manufacturer’srecommendations.2 Do not microwave empty containers.3 Do not permit children to use plasticcookware without complete supervision.GEAppliances.com7SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSGROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSWARNING!Improper use of the grounding plug can result in arisk of electric shock.WARNING!This appliancemust begrounded. Inthe event ofan electricalshort circuit,groundingreduces the riskof electric shockby providing an escape wire for the electriccurrent.This appliance is equipped with a power cordhaving a grounding wire with a grounding plug.The plug must be plugged into an outlet that isproperly installed and grounded.Consult a qualified electrician or servicetechnician if the grounding instructions are notcompletely understood, or if doubt exists as towhether the appliance is properly grounded.If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet,it is your personal responsibility and obligationto have it replaced with a properly grounded3-prong wall outlet.Do not under any circumstances cut or removethe third (ground) prong from the power cord.Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance.Do not use an extension cord with thisappliance. If the power cord is too short, have aqualified electrician or service technician installan outlet near the appliance.For best operation, plug this appliance intoits own electrical outlet to prevent flickeringof lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuitbreaker.Ensure proper groundexists before use.MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE (cont.)