GE PVM2188 User Manual

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Microwave Oven
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PVM2188
Owner’s Manual
Safety Instructions ..............2–8
Operating Instructions
Oven Features ..................... 9
Controls ..........................10
Time Features ..................... 11
Defrost Features ...............12-14
Sensor Features ................15-19
Power Levels ......................20
Other Features .................21-27
Care and Cleaning .............28, 29
Replacing the Light Bulb ........... 30
Exhaust Features ..................30
Troubleshooting Tips
Before you call for service ......31, 32
Consumer Support
Optional Kits ....................... 8
Product Registration ...............33
Warranty .........................35
Consumer Support ..................36

GE PVM2188 Specifications

General

Brand	GE
Model	PVM2188
Category	Microwave Oven
Language	English

Summary

Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy

Warning: Arcing

Warning: Food Safety

Microwave-Safe Cookware

Grounding Instructions

The Vent Fan

About the features of your oven.

Features of the Oven

Description of the oven's main parts and their functions.

About the cooking features of your microwave oven.

Cooking Controls

Explanation of the control panel buttons for cooking.

Time Features

Details on using time-based cooking functions.

Sensor/Convenience Features

About the time features.

Cook Time

Express Cook

Add 30 Sec

About the defrost features.

Weight Defrost

How to defrost food based on weight.

Time Defrost

About the sensor features.

Sensor Features

How sensor features detect humidity to adjust cooking time.

Auto Cook

Popcorn

Reheat

Potato

About the steam features.

About the Power Level features.

Changing the Power Level

Step-by-step guide to changing the microwave power level.

Settings

Items for setting

Chef Connect On/Off

To Pair Hold 3 Sec

Reset Filter

Charcoal Filter

To Remove The Charcoal Filter

To Install the Charcoal Filter

Care and cleaning of the oven.

How to Clean the Inside

Detailed instructions for cleaning the oven's interior surfaces.

Removable Turntable and Turntable Support

How to Clean the Outside

Control Panel

Door Seal

Removing and Cleaning the Filters

Procedures for removing and cleaning vent filters.

Replacing the light bulb.

Cooktop Lights/Nite Lights

Replacing the Oven Cavity Lamp

About the exhaust feature.

Reusable Vent Filters

Before you call for service....

Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven

List of normal oven behaviors that do not require service.

Troubleshooting Tips

Problem

Table detailing common problems and their solutions.

GE Microwave Oven Warranty.

Consumer Support.

Schedule Service