Advantium
Other Features
Owner’s Manual
Advantium Quick Start . . .10, 11
Cooking controls . . . . . . . . . . .14
Customer information . . . . . . . .8
Oven features . . . . . . . . . .13, 14
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2–7
What is Advantium? . . . . . . . . .9
Auto night light . . . . . . . . . . .34
Automatic fan . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Beeper volume . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Child lockout . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 34
Display ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . .34
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Scroll speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Surface light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Vent fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
SCA1000
SCA1001
Speedcooking
Cooking tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Custom speedcook recipes . . .19, 20
Custom speedcook recipe log . . . .21
Manual speedcook . . . . . . . . . .18
Power level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Repeat last . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Resume feature . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Speedcook cookware . . . . . . . . .18
Speedcook menu guide . . . . . . .12
Speedcook-safe cookware . . . . . . .5
Things that are normal . . . . . .22
Using a pre-set speedcook menu . . .15
Care and Cleaning
Cleaning the inside . . . . . .38, 39
Cleaning the outside . . . . . . . .40
Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41, 42
Optional kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Replacing lights . . . . . . . . . . .41
Microwaving
Troubleshooting
Baking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Cooking tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Custom microwave recipes . . .27, 28
Custom microwave recipe log . . .28
Defrost-Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Defrost-Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Defrosting tips . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Micro Express . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Microwave power levels . . . . . . .27
Microwave-safe cookware . . . . . .6
Precautions to avoid
Problem Solver . . . . . . . . . .43, 44
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . .Back Cover
Customer Information . . . . . . . .8
Product Registration . . . . . .45, 46
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
possible exposure to
excessive microwave energy . . . . .2
Sensor cooking . . . . . . . . . .31, 32
Things that are normal . . . . . .33
Time cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Using pre-set
microwave selections . . . . . . . . .26
Warming and reheating . . .24, 25
164D3370P265 49-40332 02-03 JR
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons,
or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
WARNING!
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
I Read all instructions before using
I This oven is specifically designed to heat,
dry or cook food, and is not intended for
laboratory or industrial use.
this appliance. When using electrical
appliances, basic safety precautions
should be followed, including the
following:
I This appliance should be serviced only
by qualified service personnel. Contact
nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
I Read and follow the specific precautions in
the PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY section on page 2.
I Do not cover or block any openings on
the appliance.
I Be sure your appliance is properly
installed and grounded by a qualified
technician in accordance with the
provided installation instructions.
I Do not store this appliance outdoors.
Do not use this product near water—
for example, in a wet basement, near
a swimming pool, near a sink or in
similar locations.
I Install or locate this appliance only
in accordance with the provided
installation instructions.
I Keep power cord away from heated
surfaces.
I Some products such as whole eggs and
sealed containers—for example, closed
jars—are able to explode and should not
be heated in this oven. Such use of the
oven could result in injury.
I Do not immerse power cord or plug
in water.
I See door surface cleaning instructions in
the Care and Cleaning of the Oven
section of this manual.
I Do not mount this appliance over
a sink.
I To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
cavity:
I This oven is not approved or tested for
marine use.
– Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
appliance when paper, plastic or other
combustible materials are placed inside
the oven while cooking.
I This oven is UL listed for installation
over electric and gas ranges.
I This oven was designed for use over
ranges no wider than 36 inches. It may
be installed over both gas and electric
cooking equipment.
– Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles
from paper or plastic containers before
placing them in the oven.
– Do not use the oven for storage
purposes. Do not leave paper products,
cooking utensils or food in the oven
when not in use.
I Do not operate this appliance if it has
a damaged power cord or plug, if it is
not working properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped. If the power cord is
damaged, it must be replaced by General
Electric Service or an authorized service
agent using a power cord available from
General Electric.
– If materials inside the oven ignite, keep
the oven door closed, turn the oven off
and disconnect the power cord, or shut
off power at the fuse or circuit breaker
panel. If the door is opened, the fire
may spread.
I As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
– Do not use the Sensor Features twice in
succession on the same food portion.
If food is undercooked after the first
countdown, use TIME COOK for
additional cooking time.
I Use this appliance only for its intended
use as described in this manual.
I Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors
in this appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
I Do not operate the oven without the
oven rack (turntable) in place. The oven
rack (turntable) must be unrestricted so
it can turn.
I Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—
meat to at least an INTERNAL
temperature of 160°F, and poultry to at
least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F.
Cooking to these temperatures usually
protects against foodborne illness.
I During and after use, do not touch, or
let clothing or other flammable materials
contact any interior area of the oven;
allow sufficient time for cooling first.
I Keep the oven free from grease buildup.
I Do not store anything directly on top
of the oven surface when the oven is
in operation.
I Potentially hot surfaces include the
oven door, floor, walls and oven rack
(turntable).
Arcing can occur during both speedcooking and microwave cooking. If you see arcing, press the
CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem.
ARCING
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in
the oven. Arcing is caused by:
I Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins,
or gold-rimmed dishes, in the oven.
I Metal or foil touching the side of the
I Recycled paper towels containing small
oven.
metal pieces being used in the oven.
I Foil not molded to food (upturned edges I Use foil only as recommended in
act like antennas).
this guide.
I Metal cookware used during either
speedcook or microwave cooking (except
for the pans provided with the oven).
I The fan will operate automatically under
certain conditions (see the Automatic Fan
section). Take care to prevent the starting
and spreading of accidental cooking fires
while the vent fan is in use.
I Use care when cleaning the vent fan
filters. Corrosive cleaning agents, such
as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage
the filters.
THE
VENT
FAN
I When preparing flaming foods under the
I Clean the underside of the oven often.
Do not allow grease to build up on the
oven or the fan filters.
oven, turn the vent fan on.
I Never leave surface units beneath your
oven unattended at high heat settings.
Boilovers cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite and spread if
the oven vent fan is operating. To
minimize automatic fan operation, use
adequate sized cookware and use high
heat on surface units only when
necessary.
I In the event of a grease fire on the
surface units below the oven, smother
a flaming pan on the surface unit by
covering the pan completely with a lid,
a cookie sheet or a flat tray.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
FOODS
I When microwaving, place all foods
and containers on the glass microwave
tray.
I SUPERHEATED WATER
Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea are able to
be overheated beyond the boiling point without
appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or
boiling when the container is removed from the
microwave oven is not always present. THIS
COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS
SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE
CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A
I Do not pop popcorn in your oven
unless in a special microwave popcorn
accessory or unless you use popcorn
labeled for use in microwave ovens.
I Do not boil eggs in this oven. Pressure
will build up inside egg yolk and will
cause it to burst, possibly resulting
in injury.
SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS
INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
I Do not operate the oven without food — Do not overheat the liquid.
inside. This may cause damage to the
— Stir the liquid both before and halfway
oven. It increases the heat around the
magnetron and can shorten the life of
the oven.
through heating it.
— Do not use straight-sided containers with
narrow necks.
I Foods with unbroken outer “skin”
such as potatoes, hot dogs, sausages,
tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and
other giblets, and egg yolks should
be pierced to allow steam to escape
during cooking.
— After heating, allow the container to
stand in the microwave oven for a short
time before removing the container.
— Use extreme care when inserting a
spoon or other utensil into the
container.
Oven-safe
cookware for
Speedcook,
Oven/Bake
& Warming
features
I The oven and door will get very hot
when speedcooking or using the
oven/bake feature.
I Place food or oven-safe cookware
directly on the trays when cooking.
I Any oven-safe dish can be used in
your oven. Recipes in the Advantium
Cookbook were tested in Pyrex® and
Anchor Hocking® glass cookware and
Corningware® ceramic casseroles.
Cooktimes and results may vary
when using other types of oven-safe
dishes. Place them directly on the
black metal tray.
I Cookware will become hot . Oven
mitts will be needed to handle the
cookware.
I Do not use coverings, containers
or cooking/roasting bags made
of foil, plastic, wax or paper when
speedcooking.
I Do not cover the oven rack
(turntable), trays or any part
of the oven with metal foil.
I Do not use the oven to dry newspapers.
I Use of the glass microwave tray with
the speedcook or oven/bake features
will result in inferior cooking
performance.
This will cause arcing in the oven.
The oven rack (turntable)
must always be in place
when using the oven.
I Use the black metal flat tray in the
same way you would use a shallow
baking pan or baking tray.
Put food or non-metal,
oven-save cookware
directly on the
black metal tray
for speedcooking, baking
or warming.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Make sure to use suitable cookware during microwave cooking. 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.”
Microwave-
safe
cookware
I Place food or microwavable container
directly on the glass microwave tray to
cook your food.
When microwaved, the metal can
burn the floor of the oven or ignite
a paper towel.
I Use of the black metal tray during
microwave cooking will result in
inferior cooking performance.
I 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.
The oven rack (turntable)
must always be in place
when using the oven.
I If you are not sure if a dish is
microwave-safe, use this test: Place in
the oven both the dish you are testing I Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in
and a glass measuring cup filled with
1 cup of water—set the measuring
cup either in or next to the dish.
Microwave 30-45 seconds at high.
If the dish heats, it should not be
used for microwaving.
microwave ovens. Check the package
for proper use.
I “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.
The glass microwave tray
should always be in place
when microwaving.
I If the dish remains cool and only the
water in the cup heats, then the dish
is microwave-safe.
I Cookware may become hot because
of heat transferred from the heated
food. Oven mitts may be needed to
handle the cookware.
I 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.
I 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
I Use foil only as directed in this guide.
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 oven,
keep the foil at least 1 inch away from
the sides of the oven.
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.
I Do not use the oven to dry
newspapers.
I If you use a meat thermometer while
cooking, make sure it is safe for use in
microwave ovens.
2. Do not microwave empty containers.
3. Do not permit children to use
plastic cookware without complete
supervision.
I Some styrofoam trays (like those that
meat is packaged on) have a thin strip
of metal embedded in the bottom.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
I Don’t defrost frozen beverages in
I Do not overcook potatoes. They could
dehydrate and catch fire, causing
damage to your oven.
narrow-necked bottles (especially
carbonated beverages). Even if the
container is open, pressure can build
up. This can cause the container to
burst, possibly resulting in injury.
I Avoid heating baby food in glass jars,
even with the lid off. Make sure all
infant food is thoroughly cooked. Stir
food to distribute the heat evenly. Be
careful to prevent scalding when
warming formula. The container may
feel cooler than the formula really is.
Always test the formula before feeding
the baby.
I Foods cooked in liquids (such as
pasta) may tend to boil more rapidly
than foods containing less moisture.
Should this occur, refer to the Care
and Cleaning of the oven section for
instructions on how to clean the
inside of the oven.
I Do not attempt to deep fry in the
I Hot foods and steam can cause
burns. Be careful when opening any
containers of hot food, including
popcorn bags, cooking pouches
and boxes. To prevent possible injury,
direct steam away from hands
and face.
oven.
WARNING!
PACEMAKERS
All microwave ovens must meet Federal DHHS and FCC requirements. However,
the operation of some pacemakers may be affected by microwaves. Cognizant of this
problem, most pacemaker manufacturers have taken steps to minimize the susceptibility
of their products to external interference, including microwaves. Most new pacemakers
(1982 and later) are now protected from microwave interference. However, prior to
using your microwave oven it is recommended that persons with pacemakers consult
the manufacturer of the device for additional information and/or their physician to
ensure their pacemaker will not be affected by microwaves.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Customer Information
Introduction
Congratulations! You are now part of the cooking revolution!
As part of the vision to help consumers live better, easier lives, GE Appliances introduces
the revolutionary GE Advantium oven with Speedcook technology. This new oven roasts,
grills, bakes, browns and broils, just like your conventional oven—only faster—and with
delicious results. You also save time because Advantium requires no preheating.
The information on the following pages will help you operate and maintain your new
Advantium oven. We appreciate your purchase, and hope you will continue to rely on us
whenever you need quality appliances for your home. We thank you for buying GE.
Fill out the Consumer Product Registration Card.
Two Easy Ways To Register Your Appliance!
Product
registration
I Complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card.
For future reference, please write these
numbers here:
You can find them on a label, behind the
open oven door, on the front face.
Write
down the
model &
serial
These numbers are also on the Consumer
Product Ownership Registration Card
packed separately with your oven.
Model Number
Serial Number
numbers
Proof of the original purchase date is
needed to obtain service under the
warranty.
Inside you will find many helpful hints
on how to use and maintain your oven
properly. Just a little preventive care on
your part can save you a great deal of time
and money over the life of your oven.
Read this
manual
You’ll find many answers to common
problems in the Before You Call For Service
section. If you review our chart of
Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not
need to call for service at all. Or, visit
the GE Appliances website at
If you do need service, you can relax
knowing help is only a phone call away.
A list of toll-free customer service numbers
is included in the back section.
If you need
service
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What is Advantium?
The new Advantium oven uses
the surface so the inside cooks
Getting to know
Advantium
breakthrough Speedcook technology simultaneously. While radiant heat
to harness the power of light. The
Advantium oven cooks the outside
of foods much like conventional
radiant heat, while also penetrating
is the primary source of power, a
“microwave boost” is added with
certain foods. Foods cook evenly and
fast, retaining their natural moisture.
Turntable
I The oven rack (turntable) rotates to ensure even cooking.
Controls
I The oven control contains preset recipes.
I Turn and press dial makes menu selection easy.
Speedcooking
I A 500 watt halogen bulb and a 600 watt ceramic heater cook
food from above.
I One 375 watt ceramic heater cooks food from below.
I The convection fan ensures even heating.
Oven/Bake and Warming
I One 1100 watt heater cooks food from above.
I One 375 watt ceramic heater cooks food from below.
I The convection fan ensures even heating.
Microwave
I A microwave “boost” is automatically added with certain foods.
I The oven can also be used as a 900 watt microwave oven.
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Advantium Quick Start
Set the
clock
When you first plug in the oven or after
a power outage:
To change the time:
1. Press the OPTIONS button.
1. Turn the selector dial to set
the hour. Press the dial to enter.
2. Turn the dial to CLOCK. Press the
dial to enter and follow the display
directions to set.
2. Turn the dial to set the minute.
Press the dial to enter.
3. Turn the dial to select AM or PM.
Press the dial to enter.
Begin
speedcooking
Step 1:
preheating.
Press the SPEEDCOOK button.
I Press CLEAR/OFF at any time to
Step 2:
stop cooking.
Turn the dial until the display shows
FOOD MENU. Press the dial to enter.
The oven rack (turntable)
must always be in place
when using the oven.
Step 3:
Turn the dial to select the type of food
you want. Press the dial to enter it.
Step 4:
Turn the dial to select the specific food.
Press the dial to enter it.
Put food or non-metal,
oven-safe cookware directly
on the black metal tray
to speedcook.
Step 5:
Turn the dial to select the amount, size,
and/or doneness (if required, the oven
will prompt you). Press the dial after
each selection.
Step 6:
After the last selection is made, the time
and power levels will be displayed. This is
followed a short time later by a
cookware message and START?.
Step 7:
Once the display shows START?, place the
food in the oven and press the dial or
start button to start cooking.
Speedcooking does not require
Press MICRO EXPRESS for 30 second
increments of microwave cooking time.
Microwaving
with Micro
Express
The oven starts immediately. You may
add or subtract time by turning the dial.
You may also add time in 30 second
increments by pressing MICRO EXPRESS.
The oven rack (turntable)
must always be in place
when using the oven.
The glass microwave tray
should always be in place
when microwaving.
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Advantium Quick Start
Using the
Oven/Bake
feature
With Preheating
Step 1:
Press the OVEN/BAKE button.
Step 2:
Turn the dial to set the oven
The oven rack (turntable)
must always be in place
when using the oven.
temperature and press dial to start
preheating. Do not place the food in the
oven.(You will be prompted to enter the
cook time after the oven is preheated.)
Step 3:
Press the START/PAUSE button to start
preheating.
Put food or oven-safe
cookware directly on the
black metal tray to bake.
Step 4:
When the oven is finished preheating,
it will signal. If you do not open the
door within 1 hour, the oven will turn
off automatically. Open the oven door
and, using caution, place the food
in the oven.
Step 5:
Close the oven door. Turn the dial
to set the cook time and press
START/PAUSE to start cooking.
When cooking is complete, the oven
will signal and turn off.
Cook times are shown in minutes and can
be a maximum of 179 minutes. Time can be
changed during cooking by turning the dial.
Without Preheating
Step 1:
Step 4:
If your recipe does not require
preheating, press the OVEN/BAKE
button.
Turn the dial to set the cook time and
press to enter.
Step 5:
Step 2:
Place the food in the oven, and press
the START/PAUSE button to start the
oven.
Turn the dial to set the oven
temperature and press to enter.
Step 3:
Cook times are shown in minutes and can
To bypass preheating, press the dial again. be a maximum of 179 minutes. Time can be
changed during cooking by turning the dial.
Step 1:
Step 3:
Using the
Warming
feature
Press the WARM/REHEAT button.
Turn the dial to select the oven
temperature.
Step 2:
Turn the dial to select WARMING.
Press the dial to enter.
LOW............140-160°F
MEDIUM ....160-195°F
HIGH..........195-230°F
Step 4:
Turn the dial to select the level of
moisture you want. Press the dial
to enter.
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Speedcook Menu Guide
After pressing the SPEEDCOOK
button, the oven will prompt you to
make several selections, such as in
the example below.
Display
prompts
NOTE: When speedcooking, always use the black tray.
1. Turn the dial until
FOOD MENU appears.
Press the dial to enter.
3. Turn the dial until
BONELESS BRST
5. Turn the dial to
Select amount:
1–2 pieces
(boneless breast) appears.
Press the dial to enter.
3–4 pieces
Press the dial to enter.
2. Turn the dial until
CHICKEN appears.
4. Turn the dial to
Select SIZE:
Press the dial to enter.
6. Use METAL TRAY is
Sm (3–4 oz)
displayed.
Lg (5+ oz)
Press the dial to enter.
I After a cooking cycle has been
completed, use the Resume feature
to cook for additional time.
I See the Cooking Guide packed with
the oven for a complete list of pre-set
speedcook menu selections.
Pre-set
speedcook
menu
I To review settings during cooking,
selections
press the selector dial.
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Oven Features
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
Oven
features
Door Handle
Oven Rack (Turntable)
Pull to open the door. The door
must be securely latched for the
oven to operate.
The oven rack (turntable) must
always be in place, on the oven
floor, for all cooking. Be sure the
oven rack (turntable) is seated
securely over the hub in the center
of the oven.
Door Latches
Vent Fan
Black Metal Tray/Baking Sheet
Put food or appropriate cookware
directly on the black metal tray and
place on the oven rack(turntable)
when using the speedcook,
Press the VENT FAN button to
remove steam and other vapors
from surface cooking.
Lower Ceramic Heater
Operates when using the speedcook,
oven/bake or warming features.
oven/bake or warming features.
Glass Microwave Tray
Center the tray on the oven rack
(turntable) when using the microwave
features. The tray will not lock
onto the center hub. Place food or
microwave-safe cookware directly on
the tray.
Cooktop Light
Press the SURFACE LIGHT button to
turn the cooktop light on and off.
Control Panel
The buttons used to operate the oven
are located on the control panel.
Upper Heaters
Operate when using the speedcook,
oven/bake or warming features.
Hub
The hub turns the oven rack. Make
sure the hub is always firmly in place
in the bottom of the oven.
Window
Allows food to be viewed while
keeping microwaves confined in
the oven.
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Oven Features
With your Advantium oven, you can cook with high-intensity halogen lights, ceramic heaters
and/or conventional microwave energy.
Cooking
controls
SPEEDCOOK
Press this button to access the speedcook
menu or to set your own speedcook
program. Press and hold for 3 seconds to
repeat the last cooking selection.
SELECTOR DIAL–Turn to select, Push to enter
First turn then press the dial to make
selections. Also use the dial to increase
(turn clockwise) or decrease (turn
counterclockwise) cooking times or
temperatures.
START/PAUSE
Press this button to start or pause any
cooking function.
CLEAR/OFF
Press this button to cancel ALL oven
programs except the clock, auto night light,
timer and reminder.
POWER LEVEL
Press this button and turn/press the
selector dial to change the speedcook or
microwave power levels, or the oven/bake
temperature before and during cooking.
TIMER
Press this button to set the minute timer.
MICROWAVE
VENT FAN
Press this button to remove steam and
other vapors from surface cooking.
Press this button to access the microwave
menu or to set your own microwave
program.
REMINDER
MICRO EXPRESS
Can be used like an alarm clock and can be
used at any time, even when the oven is
operating. It can be set to beep at a certain
time, up to 24 hours later.
Press for 30 seconds of microwave cooking
time. Each time the button is pressed adds
an additional 30 seconds to the remaining
cooking time. The oven starts immediately.
OPTIONS
Press this button to set the Clock and access
the Beeper Volume, Clock Display ON/OFF,
Display Scroll Speed, Delayed Start and Night
Light features.
BACK
On certain features, press this button to
return to the previous step.
OVEN/BAKE
Press this button to bake foods using
conventional oven cooking.
HELP
Press this button to find out more about
your oven’s features.
WARM/REHEAT
SURFACE LIGHT
Press this button to turn the cooktop light
on and off.
Press this button to operate the warming
and reheating features. Keep hot, cooked
foods at serving temperature, or reheat
servings of previously cooked foods.
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Speedcooking
CAUTION: When using speedcook programs, remember that the oven, door and
dishes will be very hot!
Using
speedcook
features
Prior to the first use of your oven, the clock must be set. See the Advantium Quick
Start section.
Before you begin, make sure the oven rack (turntable) is in place.
Use the black metal tray (baking sheet), at all times when speedcooking.
The oven rack (turntable) must always
Put food or non-metal, oven-safe
cookware directly on the black metal
tray to speedcook.
be in place when using the oven.
Advantium is already pre-set to cook over
100 popular dishes.
1. Press the speedcook button.
6. Once the display shows:
START? either press start or the
selector dial to start cooking.
For certain foods, turn the food over when
the oven signals TURN FOOD OVER.
Press START to resume cooking.
To use a
pre-set
speedcook
menu
If no selection is made within
15 seconds, the display will revert
back to the time of day.
For certain foods, the oven will signal
CHECK for DONENESS,. Check to see if
the food is done to your liking. The oven
will continue to cook for several minutes.
Take the food out when it is done to your
liking.
To review settings during cooking,
press the selector dial.
If you enter an undesired selection at any
time, simply press the BACK button to
return to the previous step, or press the
CLEAR/OFF button and re-enter the
desired selections.
2. Turn the selector dial to FOOD
MENU. Press the dial to enter.
3. Turn the selector dial to select the
type of food category you want.
Press the dial to enter.
4. Turn the selector dial to select the
specific food (menu selection).
Press the dial to enter.
5. Turn the selector dial to select
amount, size and/or doneness
(if required, the oven will prompt
you.) Press the dial after each
selection.
cooking time. You can change power
I Early in a speedcook program, you will
see OPTIMIZING COOK TIME in the
display. The oven automatically senses
the electrical voltage level in your home
and adjusts the cooking time up or
down for proper cooking.
levels by pressing POWER LEVEL.
I To assure consistent cooking results,
the oven may reduce power levels if the
oven is hot at the beginning of a
program.
I If the door is opened during cooking,
the oven will stop and PAUSE will
appear in the display. Close the door
and press the START/PAUSE button
to resume cooking.
I At the end of cooking, the automatic
fan may continue to run for a short
time to cool internal components.
I To cook for additional time after a
cooking cycle has been completed,
use the resume feature.
I At anytime during cooking you can
turn the selector dial to change the
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Speedcooking
To ensure consistent and even browning
when cooking foods directly on the black
metal tray, arrange food as shown below.
Foods can touch but should not overlap.
Cooking tips
for great
tasting results
Spoke pattern
(Example: crescent rolls, breadsticks)
Circular pattern
(Example: biscuits, cookies, meats)
Single layer
(Example: appetizers)
Fresh meat, chicken, fish or seafood that has been frozen should be thawed before
cooking (the microwave defrost feature can be used). For other frozen prepackaged
foods, follow package directions.
Use this time saving feature for cooking
repetitive items like cookies or appetizers.
NOTE: The last program used is stored
for two hours.
Repeat last
1. Press and hold the SPEEDCOOK
button for about 3 seconds.
3. Press the START/PAUSE button or
the selector dial to start cooking.
2. The last pre-set food will
be displayed.
1. If your food needs to cook a bit
longer, you can restart the oven
by pressing the START button
or selector dial.
The program stays in memory for
3 minutes. After that you will need
to begin the program again. See
To use a pre-set speedcook menu.
Resume
feature
2. RESUME COOKING will be
displayed and the oven will
restart immediately at 10%
of the original time.
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Speedcooking
Advantium uses power from a
high intensity halogen light, ceramic
heaters, and microwaves to cook
food from the top, bottom, and
interior simultaneously to seal in
moisture and flavor.
1. Press the SPEEDCOOK button
and turn the dial to select FOOD
MENU or MANUAL COOK. Press
the dial to enter.
Speedcook
power level
2. Follow instructions from To use
a pre-set speedcook menu or Manual
Cook.
When using the pre-set speedcook
recipes on the food menu, the power
levels are already selected for you.
However, these power levels can be
adjusted before or during cooking.
Also, the manual cook feature allows
you to speedcook items not on the
pre-set food menu by selecting your
own cook time and power level
settings.
3. To change the power level when
prompted by the display, turn the
dial clockwise to increase or
counterclockwise to decrease the
upper power level. Press the dial
to enter.
4. Turn the dial to change the lower
power level. Press the dial to
enter.
Each power level gives you heater
power and microwave energy for a
certain percentage of the time.
5. Press the START/PAUSE button
or the selector dial to start
cooking.
UPPER POWER (U) controls both the
upper heater and microwave power.
A higher UPPER POWER setting will
utilize more upper heater power,
browning food faster on top. A lower
UPPER POWER setting utilizes more
microwave power, causing food to
cook more evenly throughout. Select
a higher setting for foods such as
pizza and baked goods. Select a
lower setting for foods such as
If you do not want to change one of the
settings, just press the dial to move to the
next selection.
NOTE: Be careful when adjusting power
levels so that you do not over- or
undercook food.
casseroles, meat and fish.
LOWER POWER (L) controls the
lower heater. Select a higher setting
to brown foods more on the bottom.
Select a lower setting for less
browning on the bottom.
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Speedcooking
I Follow cookware suggestions on the
oven display or in the Cookbook or
Cooking Guide.
Speedcook
cookware
I Cookware will become hot. Oven mitts
will be needed to handle the cookware.
I Do not use cookware or coverings
made of paper, plastic or foil when
cooking during a speedcook cycle.
I Place food or oven-safe cookware
directly on the black tray when
cooking.
I The black metal tray must be in place
I Use the black metal tray in the same
way you would use a shallow baking
pan or baking tray.
during the speedcook operations.
I In addition to the cookware provided,
you can use non-metal casserole
dishes, pie plates and other heat-safe
cookware. Place them directly on the
black metal tray.
I Be sure to select a size that will
rotate easily.
I Place the black metal tray directly on
the oven rack (turntable).
Advantium gives you the flexibility to 4. Turn the dial clockwise to increase
Manual
speedcook
cook your favorite dishes.
or counterclockwise to decrease
the upper power level. Press the
dial to enter.
If you want to cook a food item that
is not among the pre-set selections,
use manual speedcook.
5. Turn the dial to change the lower
power level. Press the dial to enter.
1. Press the SPEEDCOOK button.
6. Press the START/PAUSE
button or press the selector
dial to start cooking.
If no entries are made within 15 seconds,
the display will revert back to the time
of day.
For power level and cooking time
suggestions, use your cooking guide
or cook book.
2. Turn the selector dial to
MANUAL COOK.
3. Turn the selector dial to select the
cooking time. Press the dial to
enter.
The display will prompt you to select
UPPER POWER and LOWER
POWER.
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Speedcooking
Create up to 30 of your own
Speedcook recipes, or customize
an existing custom recipe to suit
your tastes. Once it’s done, your
food cooks just the way you want it
every time!
6. Turn the dial to change the lower
power level. Press the dial to enter.
Speedcook
recipe—to
enter and
save
7. Spell out the food name by
turning the selector dial to
advance through the available
characters. Press the dial to enter
a character. When you have
entered the entire name, press
START/PAUSE. You may change
previously entered characters by
pressing the BACK button.
1. Press the SPEEDCOOK button.
2. Turn the dial until MY RECIPES
appears. Press the dial to enter.
3. Turn the dial until <empty>
appears. Press the dial to enter.
8. RECIPE ADDED appears. To begin
cooking, press the START/
PAUSE button. To store the
recipe without cooking, press
the CLEAR/OFF button.
4. SELECT COOK TIME appears.
Turn the dial to select the
cooking time. Press the dial to
enter.
For power level and cooking time
suggestions, use your cooking guide
or cook book.
The display will prompt you to select
UPPER POWER and LOWER POWER.
5. Turn the dial clockwise to
increase or counterclockwise to
decrease the upper power level.
Press the dial to enter.
To find and use stored custom
speedcook recipes:
4. Turn dial until the recipe you
want is displayed and press the
dial to enter.
Speedcook
recipe—to
find and use
1. Press the SPEEDCOOK button.
5. Press the START/PAUSE button
or press the selector dial to start
cooking.
2. Turn dial to MY RECIPES and
press to enter.
3. FOOD NAME and the recipe
names you have previously
entered will appear.
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Speedcooking
To adjust or change stored custom
speedcook recipes:
7. RECIPE ADDED appears. To begin
cooking press the START/PAUSE
button. To store the recipe
without cooking, press the
Speedcook
recipe—to
adjust or
change
1. Press the SPEEDCOOK button.
2. Turn the dial until MY RECIPES
CLEAR/OFF button.
appears. Press the dial to enter.
For power level and cooking time
suggestions, use your cooking guide
or cook book.
3. Turn the dial to the recipe you
want to change. Press the dial
to enter.
4. Press the OPTIONS button.
5. Turn the dial to select CHANGE
RECIPE. Press the dial to enter.
6. The display will prompt you to
SELECT COOK TIME, then
select UPPER POWER, LOWER
POWER and FOOD NAME. Turn
the dial and press to enter the
appropriate settings.
(For more detailed instructions,
follow steps 4 through 7 in the
section Speedcook recipe—to enter
and save.)
To delete stored custom speedcook
recipes:
4. Press the OPTIONS button.
Speedcook
recipe—to
delete
5. Turn the dial to select DELETE
RECIPE, and press the dial to
enter. This deletes the recipe.
You may now enter and save a
new recipe or press CLEAR/OFF
to return to the clock display.
1. Press the SPEEDCOOK button.
2. Turn the dial until MY RECIPES
appears and press the dial
to enter.
3. Turn dial to the recipe you
want to delete and press the
dial to enter.
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Speedcooking
Custom
speedcook
recipes
Custom Recipe
Name
Cook
Time
Power Level
Comments
U
L
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Speedcooking
Cooking Times
Heaters
Things that
are normal
during
I When speedcooking preprogrammed
foods, you may see OPTIMIZING COOK
TIME in the display several seconds after
you press START. The oven automatically
senses the electrical voltage level in your
home and adjusts the cooking time up or
down for proper cooking.
I No preheating is required. The oven
begins cooking immediately.
speedcooking
I The door and inside of the oven will be
very hot. Use caution when opening the
door and removing food.
I Do not use cookware or coverings made
of paper, plastic or foil when cooking
during a speedcook cycle.
Fan/Vent
I The fan will come on during cooking.
At the end of cooking, the automatic fan
will continue to run for a short time, and
the display will read Oven is Cooling. The
fan will automatically shut off when the
internal parts of the oven have cooled.
I When cooking for an extended period
of time, the oven may automatically
reduce the power levels to maintain
the appropriate level of oven heat.
Sounds
I The exhaust fan may come on
I Clicks and a fan blowing are normal
sounds during cooking. The relay board
is turning components on and off.
automatically if the cooktop is in use.
I The oven vent will emit warm air while
the oven is on.
Lights
I When the oven is on, light may be visible
around the door or outer case.
I The heaters will dim and cycle on and off
during a speedcook cycle, sometimes even
at full power levels. This is normal. The
oven senses the heat level and adjusts
automatically.
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Baking
Baking allows you to cook foods the same
way as a conventional oven, using a heating
element to raise the temperature of the air
inside the oven. Any oven temperature from
250°F to 450°F may be set. A fan gently
circulates this heated air throughout the
oven, over and around the food, producing
golden brown exteriors and rich, moist
interiors.
Before you begin, make sure the oven rack
(turntable) is in place. Use the black metal
tray at all times when baking.
Baking
Caution: When baking, remember that the oven,
door and dishes will be very hot!
The oven rack (turntable)
must always be in place
when using the oven.
Because the heated air is kept constantly
moving, not permitting a layer of cooler air
to develop around the food, some foods
cook slightly faster than in regular oven
cooking.
Put food or oven-safe
cookware directly on the
black metal tray to bake.
1. Press the oven/bake button.
1 hour, the oven will turn off
automatically. Open the oven door
and, using caution, place the food in
the oven.
Bake with
preheat
2. When using the OVEN/BAKE
mode to cook baked goods such
as cakes, brownies, cookies, pies,
rolls, etc., reduce the oven
5. Close the oven door. Turn the dial to
set the cook time and press
temperature 25°F–40°F from the
recipe to prevent overbrowning
of baked goods.
START/PAUSE to start cooking.
When cooking is complete, the oven
will signal and turn off.
Turn the dial to set the oven
temperature and press dial to start
You may change the oven temperature during
preheating. Do not place the food in preheating by pressing the power level button
the oven. (You will be prompted to
and turning the dial to select the new
enter the cook time, after the oven is temperature.
preheated.)
If the oven door is opened during cooking,
3. Press the start/pause button to start
preheating.
PAUSE will appear in the display. Close the
door and press start/pause.
4. When the oven is finished
preheating, it will signal. If you do
not open the door within
Cook times are shown in minutes and can be
a maximum of 179 minutes. Time can be
changed during cooking by turning the dial.
1
.
If your recipe does not require
preheating, press the oven/bake
button.
4. Turn the dial to set the cook time
and press to enter.
Bake
without
preheat
5. Place the food in the oven, and press
the Start/pause button to start the
oven.
2. When using the OVEN/BAKE
mode to cook baked goods such
as cakes, brownies, cookies, pies,
rolls, etc., reduce the oven
If the oven door is opened during cooking,
PAUSE will appear in the display. Close the
door and press START/PAUSE.
temperature 25°F–40°F from the
recipe to prevent overbrowning
of baked goods.
Cook times are shown in minutes and can be
a maximum of 179 minutes. Time can be
changed during cooking by turning the dial.
Turn the dial to set the oven
temperature and press to enter.
3. To bypass preheating, press the
dial again.
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Warming and Reheating
The warming feature will keep hot, cooked
foods at serving temperature. Always start
with hot food. Use cookware and utensils that
can withstand temperatures up to 230˚F.
4. Turn the dial to select the level of
moisture you want. Press the dial
Warming
to enter.
If the oven door is opened during warming,
PAUSE will appear in the display. Close the
door and press START/PAUSE.
1. Press the WARM/REHEAT
button.
2. Turn the dial to select WARMING.
Press the dial to enter.
3. Turn the dial to select the oven
temperature.
LOW ..............................140-160°F
MEDIUM ......................160-195°F
HIGH ............................195-230°F
Temperature and Moisture Selection Chart
Food Type
Bread, hard rolls
Bread, soft rolls
Casseroles
Control Setting
Moisture Setting
CRISP
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
HIGH
MOIST
MOIST
CRISP
Fried foods
Meats* and fish
Pancakes, waffles
Pizza
MEDIUM
HIGH
CRISP
CRISP
HIGH
CRISP
Potatoes, baked
Potatoes, mashed
Poultry
HIGH
CRISP
MEDIUM
HIGH
MOIST
MOIST
CRISP
Tortilla Chips
Vegetables
LOW
MEDIUM
MOIST
* USDA/FSIS recommends an internal temperature of 145°F as the minimum doneness for beef. Use a portable
meat thermometer to check internal temperatures.
Tips for Crisp Foods:
Tips for Moist Foods:
I Leave food uncovered.
I Cover food with lid or aluminum
foil.
I Do not use plastic containers or
plastic wrap.
I
Do not put water in the warming
pan.
I Preheat prior to use according to
recommended times.
I Do not use plastic containers or
plastic wrap.
I Preheat prior to use according to
recommended times.
To Crisp Stale Items
I Check crispness after 45 minutes.
I Place food or dishes directly on
Add time as needed.
the black metal tray.
I Preheat on LOW setting and
select CRISP.
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Microwaving
The Timed Reheat feature reheats
servings of previously cooked foods
or a plate of leftovers.
If the oven door is opened during cooking,
PAUSE will appear in the display. Close
the door and press START/PAUSE.
Timed
Reheat
After removing food from the oven, stir, if
possible, to even out the temperature. If
the food is not hot enough, reheat for more
time. Reheated foods may have wide
variations in temperature. Some areas of
food may be extremely hot.
Timed Reheat uses a combination
of heaters and microwave power.
A microwave-only reheat feature is
also available in the MICROWAVE
selections.
1. Press the WARM/REHEAT
button.
Place the food in a non-metallic container
on the black metal tray. The cookware
will get hot.
2. Turn the dial to select REHEAT.
Press the dial to enter.
Use cookware and utensils that can
withstand temperatures up to 275° F.
3. Turn the dial to set the reheat
time and press to enter.
4. Press the START/PAUSE button
to start the oven.
Make sure the oven rack (turntable) and glass microwave tray are in place.
Place food or microwavable container directly on the glass microwave tray
to cook your food.
Center the tray on the oven rack (turntable). The tray will not lock onto the
center hub.
Using the
microwave
features
The oven rack (turntable) must always be in
The glass microwave tray should always
be in place when microwaving.
place when using the oven.
Cookware
I Make sure that cookware is suitable
I Place food or microwavable container
directly on the glass microwave tray to
cook your food.
for microwaving.
MICROWAVE PRE-SET FOOD SELECTIONS:
I My Recipes
I Soup
I Bacon
I Popcorn
I Time cook
I Beverage
I Reheat (one serving)
I Vegetables (fresh,
I Defrost (Auto and
Time)
frozen, canned)
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Microwaving
1. Press the MICROWAVE button.
If the door is opened during cooking, the
oven will stop and PAUSE will appear
in the display. Close the door and press
START/ PAUSE to resume cooking.
How to use
pre-set
microwave
selections
If no selection is made within 15 seconds,
the display will revert back to the time of
day.
If you enter an undesired selection at any
time, simply press the BACK button to
return to the previous step, or press the
CLEAR/OFF button and re-enter the
desired selections.
2. Turn the dial to find the food
you want to cook. Press the dial
to enter.
3. If required, the oven will prompt
you to select amount, weight or
size. Turn the dial and press after
each selection.
4. Press the dial or the START/
PAUSE button to start cooking.
To review settings during cooking, press
the selector dial.
Use Time Cook to microwave food that is
not in the recipe section.
4. To change the power level if you
don’t want full power, press the
POWER LEVEL button. Turn
the dial to select. Press the dial
to enter.
Time Cook
I The power level is automatically
set at high, but you can change it
for more flexibility.
5. Press the dial or the START/
PAUSE button to start cooking.
1. Press the MICROWAVE button.
You may open the door during TIME
COOK to check the food. Close the door
and press START to resume cooking.
2. Turn the dial to TIME COOK
and press the dial to enter.
3. Turn the dial to set the time
and press the dial to enter.
Press MICRO EXPRESS for
30 second increments of microwave
cooking time. Oven starts
immediately.
You may add or subtract time by
turning the dial. You may also add
time in 30 second increments by
pressing MICRO EXPRESS again.
Micro
Express
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Microwaving
1. First, follow directions for TIME
COOK, TIME DEFROST or
MICRO EXPRESS.
Here are some examples of uses for
various power levels:
Microwave
power level
High 10: Fish, bacon, vegetables,
boiling liquids.
2. Press the POWER LEVEL button.
3. Turn the dial clockwise to increase
and counterclockwise to decrease
the power level. Press the dial
to enter.
Med-High 7: Gentle cooking of meat
and poultry; baking casseroles and
reheating.
Medium 5: Slow cooking and
tenderizing for stews and less
tender cuts of meat.
4. Press the dial or the
START/PAUSE button to start
cooking.
Low 2 or 3: Defrosting; simmering;
delicate sauces.
I You can change the power level before
or during a cooking program.
Warm 1: Keeping food warm;
softening butter.
I When cooking bacon, layer strips
on a plate. Cover each layer with a
paper towel.
I For frozen vegetables, follow
the package instructions for
adding water.
Cooking tips
I When cooking vegetables,
use a microwave-safe casserole
or bowl. Cover with a lid or
vented plastic wrap.
I For fresh vegetables, add
two tablespoons of water for
each serving.
Create and store up to 10 of your
own microwave recipes.
6. Spell out the food name by
turning the selector dial to
Microwave
recipe—to
enter and
save
advance through the available
characters. Press the dial to enter
a character. When you have
entered the entire name, press
START/PAUSE. You may change
previously entered characters by
pressing the BACK button.
1. Press the MICROWAVE button.
2. Turn dial until MY RECIPES
appears. Press the dial to enter.
3. Turn dial until <empty> appears.
Press the dial to enter.
4. SELECT COOK TIME appears.
Turn the dial to select the
cooking time you want. Press
the dial to enter.
7. RECIPE ADDED appears. To begin
cooking, press the START/PAUSE
button or press the CLEAR/OFF
button to store the recipe without
cooking.
5. Turn the dial to change the power
level and press to enter.
To find and use stored custom
microwave recipes:
4. Turn dial to your recipe and press
the dial to enter.
Microwave
recipe—to
find and use
5. Press the START/PAUSE button or
the selector dial to start cooking.
1. Press the MICROWAVE button.
2. Turn dial to MY RECIPES and
press the dial to enter.
3. FOOD NAME and the recipe
names you entered will appear.
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Microwaving
Custom Recipe
Name
Cook
Time
Microwave
Power Level
Comments
Custom
microwave
recipes
To adjust or change stored custom
microwave recipes:
6. Turn the dial to select the cook
time and press the dial to enter.
Microwave
recipe—to
adjust or
change
7. Turn the dial to select the POWER
LEVEL and press the dial to enter.
1. Press the MICROWAVE button.
2. Turn dial to MY RECIPES and
8. RECIPE ADDED appears. To begin
cooking, press the START/PAUSE
button or press the CLEAR/OFF
button to store the recipe
press the dial to enter.
3. Turn the dial to the recipe you
want to change. Press the dial
to enter.
without cooking.
4. Press the OPTIONS button.
5. Turn the dial to select CHANGE
RECIPE. Press the dial to enter.
To delete stored custom microwave
recipes:
5. Turn the dial to select DELETE
RECIPE, and press the dial to
enter. This deletes the recipe.
You may now enter and save a
new recipe or press CLEAR/OFF
to return to the clock display.
Microwave
recipe—to
delete
1. Press the MICROWAVE button.
2. Turn dial to MY RECIPES and
press the dial to enter.
3. Turn the dial to the recipe you
want to delete. Press the dial
to enter.
4. Press the OPTIONS button.
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Microwaving
Auto Defrost automatically sets the
defrosting times and power levels to
give even defrosting results for meats,
poultry and fish weighing up to six
pounds.
I Remove defrosted meat or shield warm
areas with small pieces of foil for even
defrosting.
Auto defrost
I After defrosting, most meats need to
stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting.
Large roasts should stand for about
30 minutes.
1. Remove food from the package
and place it on a microwave-safe
dish.
Conversion Guide
2. Press the MICROWAVE button.
If the weight of food is stated in pounds
and ounces, the ounces must be converted
to tenths (.1) of a pound.
3. Turn the dial to DEFROST-AUTO.
Press the dial to enter.
4. Turn the dial to the food weight,
using the Conversion Guide
at right. For example, dial 1.2 for
1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3 oz.)
Press the dial to enter.
Weight of Food
in Ounces
Enter Food Weight
(tenths of a pound)
1–2
3
4–5
6–7
8
9–10
11
12–13
14–15
.1
.2
.3
.4
.5
.6
.7
.8
.9
5. Press the dial or START/PAUSE
button to start defrosting.
6. Turn the food over when the oven
signals TURN FOOD OVER.
Use Time Defrost to defrost for a selected
length of time.
Power level is automatically set at 3,
but can be changed. To change the power
levels, see the Microwave Power Level
section. You can defrost small items
quickly by raising the power level after
entering the time. Power level 7 cuts the
total defrosting time in about half; power
level 10 cuts the total time to about 1/3.
When defrosting at high power levels,
food will need more frequent attention
than usual.
Time defrost
1. Press the MICROWAVE button.
2. Turn the selector dial to
DEFROST-TIME. Press
the dial to enter.
3. Turn the dial to select the time you
want. Press the dial to enter.
4. Press the dial or START/PAUSE
button to start defrosting.
5. Turn the food over when the oven
signals TURN FOOD OVER.
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Microwaving
Use DEFROST-AUTO for meat, poultry
and fish. Use DEFROST-TIME for most
other frozen foods.
I For more even defrosting of
larger foods, such as roasts, use
DEFROST-AUTO. Be sure large
meats are completely defrosted
before cooking.
Defrosting
tips
I Foods frozen in paper or plastic
can be time defrosted in the
package, but foods should be
taken out of the package when
using DEFROST-AUTO. Closed
packages should be slit, pierced or
vented after food has partially
defrosted. Plastic storage
I When defrosted, food should be
cool but softened in all areas.
If still slightly icy, return to the
microwave very briefly, or let
it stand a few minutes.
containers should be partially
uncovered.
I Family-size, prepackaged frozen
dinners can be defrosted and
microwaved. If the food is in
a foil container, transfer it to
a microwave-safe dish.
I Foods that spoil easily should not
be allowed to sit out for more
than one hour after defrosting.
Room temperature promotes the
growth of harmful bacteria.
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Microwaving
The sensor feature detects the increasing
humidity released during cooking. The
oven automatically adjusts the cooking
Microwave
sensor
cooking
time to various types and amounts of food.
Do not use the Sensor Features
twice in succession on the same food
portion—it may result in severely
overcooked or burnt food. If food
is undercooked after the first
countdown, use TIME COOK for
additional cooking time.
Covered
Vented
The proper containers and covers are
essential for best sensor cooking.
I Always use microwave-safe
containers and cover them with
lids or vented plastic wrap.
Never use tight sealing plastic
containers—they can prevent
steam from escaping and cause
food to overcook.
Dry off dishes so they don’t
mislead the sensor.
I Be sure the outside of the cooking
containers and the inside of the
oven are dry before placing food
in the oven. Beads of moisture
turning into steam can mislead
the sensor.
I Beverages are best heated
uncovered.
MICROWAVE SENSOR PROGRAMS:
I Beverage
I Popcorn – Prepackaged microwave popcorn, 1.5 oz. to 3.5 oz.
I Reheat – Single servings (4 to 6 oz.) of leftovers.
I Soup
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Microwaving
Advantium’s microwave mode features
sensor cooking. The oven automatically
senses when food is done and shuts itself
off—eliminating the need to program
cooktimes and power levels.
I Drinks heated with the BEVERAGE
feature may be very hot. Remove
the container with care.
To use all
sensor
programs
I If you open the door while sensor
cooking, SENSOR ERROR will
appear. Close the door, press
START to begin again.
1. Press the MICROWAVE button.
2. Turn the dial to select the food
you want. Press the dial to enter.
Notes about the Reheat program:
3. Press the dial or press the START/
PAUSE button to start cooking.
Reheated foods may have wide
variations in temperature. Some
areas may be extremely hot.
Do not open the oven door until
time is counting down in the display.
If the door is opened, close it and
press START/PAUSE immediately.
If the food is not done enough, use
TIME COOK in the microwave
For improved reheating quality
on crisper foods, use the TIMED
REHEAT feature found by pressing
WARM/REHEAT.
It is best to use TIME COOK and not
REHEAT for these foods:
selector to cook for more time.
NOTE: Do not use the Sensor
I Bread products
Features twice in succession on the
same food portion—it may result in
severely overcooked or burnt food.
I Food that must be reheated
uncovered.
I If you have been speedcooking or
baking and the oven is already
hot, it may indicate that it is too
hot for sensor cooking. Of course,
you can always continue with the
non-sensor functions.
I Foods that need to be stirred
or turned.
I Foods calling for a dry look or
crisp surface after reheating.
I To shorten or lengthen the
cook time, wait until the time
countdown shows in the display.
Then turn the dial to add or
subtract time.
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Microwaving
Interference
Sounds
Things that
are normal
I TV/radio interference might be
noticed while using the microwave.
Similar to the interference caused by
other small appliances, it does not indicate
a problem with the microwave. Move
the radio or TV as far away from the
microwave as possible, or check the
position of the TV/radio antenna.
I You may hear a dull thumping sound while
the oven is operating.
Oven Heat
I Cookware may become hot because of
heat transferred from the heated food.
Oven mitts may be needed to handle
the cookware.
I Steam or vapor may escape from around
the door.
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Other Advantium Features
To remind you that you have food
in the oven, the oven will display
FOOD IS READY and beep once a
minute until you either open the
oven door or press the CLEAR/OFF
button.
“FOOD IS
READY”
Clock:
Beeper Volume:
Features
under the
OPTIONS
button
The clock must be set before you can use
your oven for the first time (see Quick
Start for instructions).
Use this feature to adjust the volume
of the beeper. You can even turn it
off. Press the OPTIONS button, turn
the dial to select BEEPER VOLUME,
press the dial to enter and follow the
display directions.
1. To change the clock time, press
the OPTIONS pad and turn the
dial to CLOCK. Press the dial
to enter.
Scroll Speed:
Is the message scroll too slow or
too fast? Change it! Press the
OPTIONS button, turn the dial to
select DISPLAY SPEED, press the
dial to enter, and follow the display
directions.
2. Turn the dial to set hours.
Press the dial to enter.
3. Turn the dial to set minutes.
Press the dial to enter.
4. Turn the dial to select AM or PM.
Press the dial to enter.
Delayed Start:
Delayed Start allows you to set
the oven to delay cooking up to
24 hours. Press the OPTIONS
button, turn the dial to select
DELAYED START and press the
dial to enter. Follow the display
directions to set the Delayed Start
time and feature you wish to delay.
Clock Display ON/OFF:
Use this feature to turn your
clock display on or off. Press the
OPTIONS button, turn the dial to
select CLOCK DISPLAY. Turn the
dial to select ON or OFF. Press the
dial to enter.
Auto Night Light:
Use this feature to program the on-
off time for an automatic night light.
Press the OPTIONS button, turn
the dial to select NIGHT LIGHT,
press the dial to enter and follow
the display directions.
Use this feature to review the current
cooking selections you have set.
Review
Press the selector dial at any time
during cooking.
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Other Advantium Features
Use this feature to find out more about
your oven and its features.
The display will show a description
for the program you have chosen.
Help
1. Press the HELP button.
2. Turn the dial to select the feature
name. Press the dial to enter.
Features found in the HELP function.
Adjust
Night Light
Options
Oven/Bake
Popcorn
Power Level
Reheat–1 Serving
Reminder
Back
Bacon
Beeper Volume
Beverage
Child Lockout
Clear/Off
Clock
Clock Display On/Off
Defrost (Auto)
Defrost (Time)
Delayed Start
Display Speed
Food Menu
Heat/Pwr/Temp
Help
Manual Cook
Microwave
Micro Express
Micro Power
My Recipes
Repeat Last
Resume
Review
Soup
Speedcook
Start/Pause
Surface Light
Time Cook
Timer On/Off
Vegetables (Canned)
Vegetables (Fresh)
Vegetables (Frozen)
Vent Fan
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Other Advantium Features
You may lock the control panel to prevent
the oven from being accidentally started
or used by children.
When the control panel is locked,
Control Panel LOCKED will be
displayed briefly anytime a button
or dial is pressed.
Child
lockout
Press and hold CLEAR/OFF for
about 3 seconds to lock and unlock.
Use to light your cooktop.
Surface
light
Press the SURFACE LIGHT button
to select the proper setting.
Continue pressing to change from
bright to nightlight to off.
The vent fan removes steam and other
vapors from surface cooking.
Vent fan
Press the VENT FAN button to select
the fan speed.
Continue pressing to change from
high to low to off.
Use this feature anytime you need a
general purpose timer. It can even be
used while cooking in the oven.
3. Turn the dial to select the seconds.
Press the dial to enter.
Timer
To pause, press TIMER. To restart, press
TIMER again.
1. Press the TIMER button.
2. Turn the dial to select the
minutes. Press the dial to enter.
To cancel, press and hold the TIMER
button down for about 3 seconds.
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Other Advantium Features
Use this feature like an alarm clock
to help you keep up with things
to do.
To briefly display the reminder time,
Reminder
press the REMINDER button.
To cancel, press and hold the
1. Press the REMINDER button and
select reminder time. Follow the
directions in the display:
REMINDER button for about
3 seconds.
A. Turn the dial to set hours.
Press the dial to enter.
B. Turn the dial to set minutes.
Press the dial to enter.
C. Turn the dial to select AM or
PM. Press the dial to enter.
An automatic fan feature protects
the oven from too much heat rising
from the cooktop below it and from
If you have turned the fan on you
may find that you cannot turn it off.
The fan will automatically turn off
Automatic
fan
too much heat inside the oven cavity. when the internal parts are cool. It
may stay on for 30 minutes or more
It automatically turns on at low speed
after the cooktop and oven controls
if it senses too much heat.
are turned off.
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Care and Cleaning
An occasional thorough wiping with
a solution of baking soda and water
keeps the inside fresh.
Helpful
hints
Be certain the oven control is turned
off before cleaning any part of
this oven.
Some spatters can be removed with
a paper towel, others may require
a damp soapy cloth. Remove greasy
spatters with a damp sudsy cloth,
then rinse with a damp cloth.
How to
clean the
inside
Do not spray or splash liquids
directly into the heater areas.
Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal
and Plastic Parts on the Door
Do not use abrasive cleaners or
sharp utensils on oven walls.
Never use a commercial oven
cleaner on any part of your oven.
Do not clean the inside of the oven
with metal scouring pads. Pieces can
break off the pad, causing electrical
shock.
Some food or liquids may fall into
the heater areas. The heaters will
cook most of the food away. Any
remaining residue will not affect
cooking.
The area underneath the oven rack
(turntable) should be cleaned
frequently to avoid odors and
smoking during a cooking cycle.
Removable
oven rack
(turntable)
The oven rack (turntable) can be
broken if dropped. Wash carefully
in warm, sudsy water.
Oven Rack (Turntable)
Dry completely and replace.
Do not use the oven without the
oven rack (turntable) in place.
To replace the oven rack (turntable),
place its center over the hub in the
center of the oven and turn it until it
seats into place.
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Care and Cleaning
To prevent breakage, allow the trays A soap-filled scouring pad can also be
to cool completely before cleaning. used to clean the black metal tray.
Baking sheets
(cooking trays)
Wash carefully in warm, sudsy water
Do not use abrasives, as they may
or in the dishwasher.
damage the finish.
Black metal tray
Glass microwave tray
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Care and Cleaning
We recommend against using cleaners
with ammonia or alcohol, as they can
damage the appearance of the
microwave oven. If you choose to use a
common household cleaner, first apply
the cleaner directly to a clean cloth, then instructions for cleaning the stainless
wipe the soiled area.
After cleaning, use a stainless steel
polish, such as Stainless Steel Magic®,
Revere Copper and Stainless Steel
Cleaner® or Wenol All Purpose
Metal Polish®. Follow the product
How to clean
the outside
steel surface.
Case
Bottom
Clean the outside with a sudsy cloth.
Clean off the grease and dust on the
Rinse and then dry. Wipe the window bottom often. Use a solution of warm
clean with a damp cloth.
water and detergent.
Glass Door (on some models)
Vent Grill
Wipe with a clean damp sponge.
Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning
sprays, large amounts of soap and
water, abrasives or sharp objects on
the panel—they can damage it.
Use warm soapy water and a dishcloth
to wipe off the grill. If desired, use
cotton swabs to get in between the
grill louvers.
Door Frame
Stainless Steel Control Panel and Door
(on some models)
It’s important to keep the area clean
where the door seals against the
Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch oven. Use only mild, non-abrasive
the surface.
detergents applied with a clean
sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.
To clean the stainless steel surface,
use a hot, damp cloth with a mild
detergent suitable for stainless steel
surfaces. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth
to remove soap. Dry with a dry, clean
cloth.
If food soil remains, try a general
kitchen cleaner, such as Fantastik®,
Simple Green® or Formula 409®.
For hard-to-clean soil, use a standard
stainless steel cleaner, such as
Bon-Ami® or Cameo®.
Apply cleaner with a damp sponge.
Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to
remove cleaner. Dry with a dry, clean
cloth. Always scrub lightly in the
direction of the grain.
The vent fan has 2 metal reusable
vent filters.
The vent
fan
Charcoal Filter (on some models)
Ovens configured to recirculate air
back into the room should also use
a charcoal filter.
Reusable Vent Filters (on all models)
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Care and Cleaning
1. To replace the cooktop light/
night light, first disconnect the
Cooktop light/
night light
power at the main fuse or circuit
breaker panel.
2. Remove the screw from the
side of the light compartment
cover and lower the cover until
it stops.
Remove screw
3. Be sure the bulb to be replaced is
cool before removing. Gently pull
the bulb from the receptacle.
Replace with 20-watt (max.) 12 volt
halogen bulb. Order WB36X10176 from
your GE supplier. High-intensity 20-watt
bulbs, available in supermarkets and
hardware stores, may also be used for
replacements.
4. Raise the light cover and replace
the screw. Connect electrical
power to the oven.
The metal filters trap grease released For this reason, the filters must
Reusable vent
filters
by foods on the cooktop. They also
prevent flames from foods on the
cooktop from damaging the inside
of the oven.
always be in place when the hood
is used. The vent filters should be
cleaned once a month, or as needed.
To remove, slide them to the rear
To replace, slide the filters into the
frame slots on the back of each
opening. Press up and to the front
to lock into place.
Removing and
cleaning the
filters
using the tabs. Pull down and out.
To clean the vent filters, soak them
and then swish around in hot water
and detergent. Don’t use ammonia
or ammonia products because
they will darken the metal. Light
brushing can be used to remove
embedded dirt.
Rinse, shake and let dry before
replacing.
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Care and Cleaning
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned.
It must be replaced. Order Part No.
WB2X9883 from your GE supplier.
The charcoal filter should be
Charcoal filter
(JX81A)
replaced when it is noticeably dirty
or discolored (usually after 6 to
12 months, depending on usage).
If the model is not vented to the
outside, the air will be recirculated
through a disposable charcoal filter
that helps remove smoke and odors.
To remove the charcoal filter, first
To remove the
charcoal filter
disconnect power at the main fuse.
Remove the top grille by removing
the 2 screws that hold it in place.
You may need to open the cabinet doors to
remove the screws.
Slide the filter towards the front of
the oven and remove it.
Remove 2 grille screws to
remove the grille.
To install a new filter, remove plastic
and other outer wrapping from the
new filter.
To install the
charcoal filter
Insert the filter into the top opening
of the oven as shown maneuvering it
behind the plastic grille until it fits
squarely into place.
It will rest at an angle behind the
plastic grille on two side support tabs
and in front of the right rear tab.
Replace the grille and 2 screws.
Reconnect power at the main fuse.
Available at extra cost from your GE supplier.
Optional kits
Filler Panel Kits
Filter Kits
I JX40CT—Bisque
I JX40WH—White
I JX41—Black
When replacing a 36″ range hood,
filler panel kits fill in the additional
width to provide a custom built-in
appearance.
I JX81A—Recirculating Charcoal Filter
Kit
Filter kits are used when the oven
cannot be vented to the outside.
Decorative Panel Kit
I JX22SS—Stainless Steel
When replacing a Hi/Low range, the
decorative panel kit fills in the area
between the oven and the range left
by the Hi/Low model.
For installation between cabinets
only; not for end-of-cabinet
installation. Each kit contains
two 3″ wide filler panels.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Causes
What To Do/Explanation
LIGHTS
Light during a
This is normal.
• This is normal. The oven senses the
heat level and adjusts automatically.
speedcook cycle
dims and cycles on
Power level has been
automatically reduced
and off, even at full because the oven is hot.
power levels
Light visible around This is normal.
the door and outer
case while
• When the oven is on, light may
be visible around the door and
outer case.
speedcooking
FAN
Fan continues to run The oven is cooling.
after cooking stops
• The fan will automatically shut off
when the internal parts of the oven
have cooled.
Oven vent emits warm This is normal.
air while oven is on
Fan comes on
This is normal.
This is normal.
• If the cooktop gets too hot, the vent
automatically when
oven not in use
fan comes on.
Fan comes on
automatically when
using the microwave
• If the microwave is used after
speedcook and the oven senses
that it is too hot, the vent fan comes
on to cool the oven.
COOKING
The oven makes
unusual sounds
while cooking
Clicks and fans blowing
are normal. The relay
board is turning the
• These sounds are normal.
components on and off.
Smoke comes out
of the oven when
I open the door
Food is high in fat
content. Aerosol spray
used on the pans.
• Smoke is normal when cooking high-
fat foods. Use vegetable oil or olive
oil on the meat itself instead of
coating the entire pan.
Food is not fully
Programmed times
• Increase or decrease time for
doneness or adjust the upper or
lower lamps for browning.
cooked or browned may not match the size
at the end of a
cooking program
or amount of food you
are cooking.
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Troubleshooting
Questions?
Use this
problem
solver
Problem
Possible Causes
What To Do/Explanation
DISPLAY
The display is blank The clock display has
• Check the OPTIONS menu for clock
display settings. Turn the display on.
been turned off.
“Control Panel
LOCKED” appears
in display
The control has
been locked.
• Press and hold CLEAR/OFF for about
3 seconds to unlock the control.
Control display is
lighted yet oven
will not start
Clock is not set.
• Set the clock.
Door not securely closed. • Open the door and close securely.
START/PAUSE button
not pressed after entering
cooking selection.
• Press START/PAUSE.
Another selection already • Press CLEAR/OFF.
entered in oven and
CLEAR/OFF button not
pressed to cancel it.
Size, quantity, or cooking • Make sure you have entered cooking
time not entered after
selecting VEGETABLES
(FRESH, FROZEN, CANNED),
BACON, DEFROST-TIME
or TIME COOK.
time after selecting.
CLEAR/OFF was pressed • Reset cooking program and press
accidentally. START/PAUSE.
Food weight not entered • Make sure you have entered food
after selecting
DEFROST-AUTO.
weight after selecting DEFROST-
AUTO.
OTHER PROBLEMS
The door and inside The heat lamps
of the oven feels hot produce intense heat
in a small space.
• This is normal.
• Use oven mitts to remove food when
when ready.
Floor of the oven is The cooktop light is
• This is normal.
warm, even when
the oven has not
been used
located below the oven
floor. When the light
is on, the heat it produces
may make the oven floor
get warm.
Oven will not start
A fuse in your home
may be blown or the
circuit breaker tripped.
• Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
• Unplug the oven, then plug it back in.
Power surge.
Plug not fully inserted
into wall outlet.
• Make sure the plug on the oven is
fully inserted into wall outlet.
Glass microwave
tray does not lock
into center hub.
• This is normal. Center the tray on the
oven rack (turntable).
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