GE Spacemaker JVM152J Use And Care Manual

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Containers and CoversAppropriate containers and coveringshelp assure good reheating results.l Always use microwave-safecontainers and cover them withlids, wax paper or plastic wrap.Wonder if the container is microwave-safe? Put it to the test described onpage 3.l Never use tight-sealing plasticlids—they can prevent steam fromescaping and cause poor reheatingresults.. Match the amount of food tothe size of the contiiner. Fillcontainers at least half full for bestresults.. Be sure the outside of thecooking contiiner and the insideof the microwave oven are drybefore placing food in the oven.Beads of moisture turning intosteam can mislead the sensor.l Stir or rotate some foods afterthe beeping signal (if required).Use microwave-safe casseroles orbowls. Cover with lids that fit. Iflids are not available, use plasticwrap or wax paper. Plastic wrapshould be loose over food to allowfor escaping steam. Seal by pressingplastic wrap firmly around edges.Questions & AnswersQ. If my food is not completelyreheated after using the suggestedcode, what should I do?A. Use Time Cook I and powerlevel 10 for 30-second incrementsuntil the desired temperature isreached. An acceptable temperaturefor reheating most foods is 160°to 165°F.Q. What if I don’t fully cover thedish in Auto Reheat?A. Oven senses steam too quictiy,which shortens the reheating timeand leaves food too cool. Covertightly and reset Auto Reheat.Q. Do the shapes and sizes offood make a difference whenusing Auto Reheat?A. Yes, in some cases, largerpieces will require additionalTime Cooking. Be sure to checksuggested arrangement of pieces inthe dish, since proper arrangementis often a successful tip in regularmicrowaving.Q. Are there any other foodswhich are reheated best usingTime Cook, rather than AutoReheat?A. Bakery foods, candies, meltedchocolate or foods when a dry orcrisp surface is desirable, arereheated best by using Time Cook.Q. Would my plastic containerswith very tight fitting lids beappropriate for AutomaticReheating?A. No, most types of plasticstorage dishes, butter tubs, etc.with tight fitting lids are notrecommended for microwaving.Tight fitting plastic lids mayprevent adequate steam fromescaping and food may not heatproperly during Auto Reheat.15Q. I tried to warm some chowmein noodles using Auto Reheat.Why didn’t this work?A. Food must have some moisturein order to create steam whichhelps the auto sensor function.Extremely dry foods, such as chowmein noodles, potato chips andother such foods, do not haveenough moisture.Q. May I use Auto Reheat when Iam reheating many foods in morethan one dish or casserole?A. No. Because foods may vary indensity and amount and in attentionneeded during reheating, it is bestto use Time Cook when reheatingmany foods.