GE JES1334 User's Manual
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1. Microwave Oven www GEAppliances com Safety Information Troubleshooting Tips Adapter Plugs 9 Before You Call In susam 4 Por Service 33 34 Extension Cords 10 Things That Are Foods ua a0 00 404 lt 4 5 Normal With Your Grounding Microwave Oven 34 Instructions 8 Microwave Safe Consumer Support Cookware 6 7 Consumer Precautions to Avoid Support Back Cover Possible Exposure to Product Excessive Microwave Registration 37 38 ios 2 Warranty reyi r si 39 Safety Precautions 2 3 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning sssiriss 31 32 Changing the Power Level 16 Convenience Features 23 26 Features of Your Microwave Oven 12 15 Microwave Terms 30 Other Features 27 29 Time Features 17 22 Write the model and serial numbers here Model 7 Serial 7 Find these numbers on a label inside the oven Owner s Manual JES939 JES1334 164D3370P176 49 40190 1 04 01 JR S S D S v Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MI2. Window with Metal Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven Convenience Guide Touch Control Panel Display Door Latch Release Press latch release to open door Removable Turntable Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven The turntable may be o Q A S 2 O a removed for cleaning NOTE Rating plate oven vent s and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven sd l Dunoous lqnoll uoddn s umnsuo9 15 Safety Information S S 3 2 S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 14 About the features of your microwave oven Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model You can microwave by time or with the convenience features Time Features Convenience Features POPCORN BEVERAGE REHEAT COOK POWER LEVEL 0 1 2 eee EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK AUTO DEFROST alt EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Cooking Controls www GEAppliances com Check the Convenience Guide before you begin Time Features Press TIME COOK Press once or twice TIME DEFROST 30 SEC EXPRESS COOK POWER LEVEL Convenience Features Press POPCORN Press once twice or three times BEVERAGE Press once twice or three times REHEAT COOK AUTO DEFROST Enter Amou
3. Do not use the oven for storage purposes Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use If materials inside the oven should 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 See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children 2 I S ll o suon nu sul Gunesadg sd l Dunoous lqnoll uoddn s umnsuo9 S D S v Troubleshooting Tips perating nstructions Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING ARCING the problem Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by Metal or foil touching the side of the oven Foil not molded to food upturned edges act like antennas FOODS Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless ina special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example close
4. S D x S Troubleshooting 5 Support 26 About the convenience features DEFROST EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK 5 B EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK f EXPRESS COOK Auto Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat poultry and fish Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats poultry and fish 7 Press AUTO DEFROST Using the Conversion Guide below enter food weight For example press pads 7 and 2 for 1 2 pounds 1 pound 3 ounces 3 Press START There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the oven Remove meat from package and place on microwave safe dish Twice during defrost the oven signals TURn At each TURn signal turn the food over Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil After defrosting most meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting Large roasts should stand for about 30 minutes Conversion Guide If the weight of food 15 stated in pounds and ounces the ounces must be converted to tenths 1 of a pound Weight of Food in Ounces Enter Food Weight tenths of a pound o 8 O 0 12 13 14 15 r 5777 About the other features www GEAppliances com Cooking Complete
5. You may open the door during Time Cook to check the food Close the door and press START to resume cooking Time Cook Il Lets you change power levels automatically during cooking Here s how to do it 7 Press TIME COOK 2 Enter the first cook time Change the power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level 1 10 4 Press TIME COOK again 5 Enter the second cook time Change the power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level 1 10 7 Press START At the end of Time Cook 1 Time Cook Il counts down 17 uonpuuolul Ajajes o S gt Q A S a sd l Bunooys lqnoll uoddn s umnsuo9 Safety Information o S 3 2 S S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 18 About the time features Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE Use power level High 10 unless otherwise noted Vegetable Asparagus fresh spears frozen spears Beans fresh green frozen green frozen lima Beets fresh whole Broccoli fresh cut fresh spears frozen chopped frozen spears Cabbage fresh wedges Carrots fresh sliced frozen Cauliflower flowerets fresh whole frozen Amount 116 10 oz package I Ib cut in half 10 oz package 10 oz package 1 bunch 1 bunch 1 to 1 2 lbs 1 bunch 1 to
6. www GEAppliances com What To Do Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Unplug the microwave oven then plug it back in Make sure the 3 prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet Open the door and close securely Open the door and close securely Press START Press CLEAR OFF Make sure you have entered cooking time after pressing TIME COOK Reset cooking program and press START Make sure you have entered food weight after pressing AUTO DEFROST Make sure you have entered a food type 33 uonpuuolul Ajajes suon nu sul bunesado S b S li S amp uoddn 5 0 Before you call for service Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven Safety Information Steam or vapor escaping from around the door Light reflection around door or outer case Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other than high Dull thumping sound while oven 15 operating 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 Plug the microwave into a different electrical circuit move the radio or TV as far away from the microwave as possible or check the position and signal of the TV radio antenna Operating Instructions r D T 5 Support 34 Not
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8. 1 2 lbs 10 oz package 10 oz package 1 medium head about 2 Ibs 116 10 oz package 1 medium head 1 medium head 10 oz package Time 5 to 8 min Med High 7 4 to 7 min 10 to 15 min 4 to 8 min 4 to 8 min 16 to 22 min 5 to 9 min 7 to 11 min 4 to 7 min 4 to 7 min 6 to 10 min 5 to 9 min 4 to 8 min 3 to 7 min 7 to 11 min 7 to 15 min 3 to 7 min Comments In 1 4 qt oblong glass baking dish place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole In 1 5 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole In 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water m 1 or 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 2 or 3 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 1 4 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water www GEAppliances com Vegetable Amount Time Comments Corn frozen kernel 10 oz package 2to6min In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Corn on the cob fresh 140 5 ears 11 4 to 4 min In 2 qt glass baking dish place per ear corn If
9. CROWAVE ENERGY Do Not Attempt to operate Do Not Operate the oven if it this oven with the door open since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the 7 door bent hinges and latches broken or loosened door seals and sealing surfaces The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use Read and follow the specific precautions in the Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy section above This appliance must be grounded Connect only to a properly grounded outlet See the Grounding Instructions section on page 8 Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions Be certain to place the front surface of the door three inches or more back from the countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping of the appliance in normal usage www GEAppliances com Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual Do not mount thi
10. Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven the oven will beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR OFF Clock IN TJ Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving T E 7 Press CLOCK 2 Enter time of day 3 Press START or CLOCK e Delay Delay allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 12 hours DELAY 7 Press DELAY X 2 Enter the time you want the oven to start Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day 9 3 Select your desired cooking program J Press START The Delay time will be displayed The oven will automatically start at the delayed time The time of day may be displayed by pressing CLOCK 2 uonpuuolul Ajajes o m 2 Q a sd l Dunoous lqnoll uoddn s umnsuo Safety Information o S 3 2 S S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 28 About the other features Child Lock Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children To lock or unlock the controls press and hold CLEAR OFF CLEAR for about three seconds When the control panel is OFF locked an Lwill be displayed TIMER EXPRESS COOK 55 COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK www GEAppliances com Timer This pad perfor
11. ariety of foods 7 Press COOK P Select food type 1 9 see the Cook Guide below 3 Enter weight in ounces J Press START Hint Press and hold the COOK pad during cooking to display the food type and remaining cook time START o z Q A a Cook Guide Food Type Weight Comments 1 Canned Vegetables 4 to 20 oz Use microwave safe casserole or bowl y Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap S 2 Frozen Vegetables 4 to 16 oz Use microwave safe casserole or gt bowl Follow package instructions for adding water Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 3 Fresh Vegetables 4 to 16 oz Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Add 2 tablespoons water for each serving Cover vvith lid or vented plastic wrap 4 Potatoes 8 to 40 oz Pierce skin with fork Place potatoes on the turntable b Hsh 4 to 16 oz Use oblong square or round dish Cover with vented plastic wrap 6 Chicken Pieces 4 to 40 oz Use oblong square or round dish Cover with vented plastic wrap or 2 wax paper 7 Ground Meat 8 to 48 oz Use round casserole dish Crumble beef pork turkey meat into dish Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 5 8 2 to 10 oz Layer strips on a plate 4 to a layer Cover each layer with a paper towel x 9 Pizza 4 to 16 oz Follow package instructions to frozen microwaveable prepare pizza for microwaving 25 Safety nformation o S
12. available at most local hardware stores The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord CAUTION Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw Is metal and not insulated and the wall receptacle is grounded through the house wiring You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter always hold the adapter with one hand If this is not done the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use Should this happen DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established Usage situations where appliances power cord will be disconnected frequently Do not use an adapter plug in these situations because frequent disconnection of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal You should have the two prong wall receptacle replaced with a three prong grounding receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance I S ll o sd l Dunoous lqnoll suon nu sul Gunesadg uoddn s umnsuo9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING EXTENSION CORDS A short power s
13. ay cause arcing or ignite Paper products containing nylon or nylon filaments should be avoided as they may also ignite Some styrofoam trays like those that meat is packaged on have a thin strip of metal embedded in the bottom When microwaved the metal can burn the floor of the oven or ignite a paper towel Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers Notall plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens Check the package for proper use 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 Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware 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 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 microwave oven keep the f
14. ce if one of the lower settings is used Use a lower power level when cooking foods that have a tendency to boil over such as scalloped potatoes START o S 3 2 S S Rest periods when the microwave energy cycles off give time for the food to equalize or transfer heat to the inside of the food An example of this is shown with power level 3 the defrost cycle If microwave energy did not cycle off the outside of the food would cook before the inside was defrosted Troubleshooting Tips Here are some examples of uses for various power levels High 10 Fish bacon vegetables boiling liquids 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 Consumer Support Low 2 or 3 Defrosting simmering delicate sauces Warm 1 Keeping food warm softening butter About the t me features TIME COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK f EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK START www GEAppliances com Time Cook Time Cook Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds Power level 10 High is automatically set but you may change it for more flexibility 7 Press TIME COOK 2 Enter cooking time Change power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level 1 10 4 Press START
15. corn is in husk use no water if corn has been husked add 1 4 cup water Rearrange after half of time frozen l ear 3to6 min Place in 2 qt oblong glass 9 to 6 ears 9to3min pbaking dish Cover with vented per ear plastic wrap Rearrange after half of time Mixed vegetables frozen 10 oz package 2to6min mn 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water Peas fresh shelled 2 lbs unshelled 7 to 10 min In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup vater frozen 10 oz package 2106 min mn 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons vvater Potatoes fresh cubed 4 potatoes 9 to 12min Peel and cut into 1 cubes white 6 to 8 oz each Place in 2 qt casserole with 1 2 cup water Stir after half of time fresh whole 1 6 to 8 oz 2 to 4 min Pierce with cooking fork Place sweet or white in center of the oven Let stand 5 minutes Spinach fresh 10 to 16 oz 3to6min In 2 qt casserole place washed spinach frozen chopped 10 oz package 3to6min In l qt casserole place and leaf 3 tablespoons water Squash fresh summer 1 Ib sliced 3 to 5 min In 112 qt casserole place 1 4 and yellovv cup water fvvinter acorn 1 or 2 squash 5 to 9 min Cut in half and remove fibrous or butternut about 1 Ib each membranes In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish place squash cut side down Turn cut side up after 4 minutes 19 uonpuuolul Ajajes o Q 2 S 2 O a sdij Dunoous lqnoll ploddns szauins
16. d jars will explode and should not be heated in this microwave oven Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury Do not boil eggs ina microwave oven Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst possibly resulting in injury If you see arcing press the CLEAR OFF pad and correct Metal such as twist ties poultry pins or gold rimmed dishes in the microwave Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave Operating the microwave with no food inside for more than a minute or two may cause damage to the oven and could start a fire It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the oven 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 SUPERHEATED WATER Microwaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they reach the boiling point They can actually get superheated and not bubble at all Superheated liquid will bubble up out of the cup when it is moved or when something like a spoon or tea bag is put into it To prevent this from happening and causing injury do not heat any liquid for more than 2 minutes per cup After heating let the cup stand in the microwave for 30 seconds before moving it or putting anything into it Avoid heating baby food in g
17. d water abrasives or sharp objects on the panel they can damage it Some paper towels can also scratch the control panel Door Surface It s important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave Use only mild non abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth Rinse well Stainless Steel on some models Do not use a steel wood pad it will scratch the surface 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 Always scrub lightly in the direction of the grain Before you call for service Problem Oven vvill not start Control panel lighted yet oven will not start Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the chart below first and you may not need to call for service Possible Causes A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Power surge Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet Door not securely closed Door not securely closed START pad not pressed after entering cooking selection Another selection entered already in oven and CLEAR OFF pad not pressed to cancel it Cooking time not entered after pressing TIME COOK CLEAR OFF was pressed accidentally Food weight not entered after pressing AUTO DEFROST Food type not entered after pressing REHEAT or COOK
18. e feature Press BEVERAGE once for a 4 oz beverage twice for an 8 oz beverage or three times for a 12 oz beverage Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot Remove the container with care Zo uonpuuolul Ajajes o S gt Q A S a sd l Dunoous lqnoll uoddn s umnsuo9 Safety Information o S 2 S 2 S S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 24 About the convenience features Reheat 4 The Reheat feature reheats 1 to 3 servings of many REHEAT previously cooked foods 7 Press REHEAT EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Select food type 1 6 for one serving see Reheat 2 Guide below 3 For food types 1 5 press Zor 3 to reheat 2 or START 3 servings 4 Press START NOTE The serving size may be changed or added after pressing START Press number pad 1 2 or 3 Serving size for food type 6 cannot be changed Reheat Guide Food Type Comments 1 Pasta Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 2 Meats casseroles pizza Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 3 Fruits and vegetables Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 4 Beverages 8 10 oz Use wide mouth mug 5 Sauces and gravies Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 6 Plate of leftovers Cover with vented plastic wrap 2 to 3 foods 4 oz each www GEAppliances com uonpuuolul Ajajes Cook The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times COOK and power levels for a v
19. eck here if you do not want to receive communications Louisville Kentucky from GEA s carefully selected partners www GEAppliances com 38 GE Microwave Oven Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service on line 24 hours a day contact us at www GEAppliances com or call 800 GE CARES Staple your receipt here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Any part of the microwave oven which fails due toa From the date of the defect in materials or workmanship During this original purchase one year limited warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor to repair or replace the defective part Four Years The magnetron tube if the magnetron tube fails due to For the second through a defect in materials or workmanship During this fifth year from the date four year limited warranty you will be responsible for of the original purchase any labor or in home service costs For each of the above warranties 10 avoid any trip charges you must take the microwave oven to a General Electric Customer Care servicer and pick it up following service In home service 15 also available but you must pay for the service technicians travel costs to your home What GE Will Not Cover Service trips to your home to teach you Rep
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21. foods such as roasts use Auto Defrost Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking 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 www GEAppliances com Defrosting Guide Food Breads Cakes Bread buns or rolls 1 piece Sweet rolls approx 12 oz Fish and Seafood Fillets frozen 1 Ib Shellfish small pieces 1 Ib Fruit Plastic pouch 1 or 2 10 oz package Meat Bacon 1 Ib Franks 1 Ib Ground meat 1 b Roast beef lamb veal pork Steaks chops and cutlets Poultry Chicken broiler fryer cut up 2 2 to 3 Ibs Chicken whole 2 2 to 3 Ibs Cornish hen Turkey breast 4 to 6 Ibs Time 1 4 min 2 to 4 min 6 to 9 min 3 to 7 min 1 to 5 min 2 to 5 min 2 to 5 min 4 to 6 min 9 to 13 min per b 4 to 8 min per b 14 to 20 min 20 to 25 min 7 to 13 min per b 3 to 8 min per b Comments Rearrange after half the time Place block in casserole Turn over and break up after half the time Place unopened package in oven Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting Place unopened package in oven Microwave just until franks can be separated Let stand 5 minutes if necessary to complete defrosting Turn meat over after first half of time Use power level 1 Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish Turn ove
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24. lass 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 Don t defrost frozen beverages in narrow necked bottles especially carbonated beverages Even if the container is opened pressure can build up This can cause the container to burst possibly resulting in injury www GEAppliances com Spontaneous boiling Under certain special circumstances liquids may start to boil during or shortly after removal from the microwave oven To prevent burns from splashing liquid we recommend the following before removing the container from the oven allow the container to stand in the oven for 30 to 40 seconds after the oven has shut off Do not boil liquids in narrow necked containers such as soft drink bottles wine flasks and especially narrow necked coffee cups Even if the container is opened excessive steam can build up and cause it to burst or overflow 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 Do not overcook potatoes They could dehydrate and catch fire causing damage to your oven Cook meat and poultry thoroughl
25. ms three functions It operates as a minute timer It can be set to delay cooking It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting The Timer operates without microwave energy How to Use as a Minute Timer 7 Press TIMER 2 Enter the amount of time you want to count down 3 Press START When the time is up the timer will signal How to Use to Delay the Start of Cooking You can set the microwave to delay cooking up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds Press TIME COOK and enter the amount of cooking time Press TIMER and enter the amount of time to delay the start of cooking Press START The timer will begin counting down to zero and cooking will then begin How to Use to Set a Holding Time You can set a holding time between Defrost and Time Cook from one second to 99 minutes 7 Press TIME DEFROST 2 Enter defrosting time 3 Press TIMER 4 Enter the amount of time you want the oven to hold 5 Press TIME COOK 6 Enter cooking time 7 Press START 29 uonpuuolul Ajajes z Q A a sd l Dunoous lqnoll uoddn s umnsuo9 Safety Information o S 2 S 2 S S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support SO Microwave terms Term Arcing Covering Shielding Standing Time Venting Definition Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by metal or foil touching the side of the oven foil that is n
26. nt of cooking time Amount of defrosting time Starts immediately starts immediately Power level 1 10 Enter Option Starts Immediately 2002 OZ or 1 75 07 more less time Starts immediately 4 0z 8 02 or 12 oz Food type 1 6 Serving size Food type 1 9 weight Food weight 15 uonpuuolul Ajajes o z Q 2 a sd l Dunoous lqnoll uoddn s umnsuo9 About changing the power level The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for Time Cook Time Defrost or Express Cook The power POWER level may also be changed during time countdown 1 2 3 7 Press TIME COOK or TIME DEFROST 2 Enter cooking or defrosting time ERE 3 Press POWER LEVEL 2 Select desired power level 1 10 5 Press START Safety Information Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking The power levels on the microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time Power level 7 is microwave energy 70 of the time Power level 3 is energy 30 of the time Most cooking will be done on High power level 10 which gives you 100 power Power level 10 will cook faster but food may need more frequent stirring rotating or turning over A lower setting will cook more evenly and need less stirring or rotating of the food Some foods may have better flavor texture or appearan
27. oil at least 1 inch away from the sides of the oven www GEAppliances com 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 overcooking In longer exposures to overcooking the food and cookware could ignite Follow these guidelines 7 Use microwave safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer s recommendations 2 Do not microwave empty containers Do not permit children to use plastic cookvvare without complete supervision I S ll o sd l Dunoous lqnoll suon nu sul Gunesadg uoddn s umnsuo9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock S D S v GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded Consult a qualified electrician or service
28. ot molded to food upturned edges act like antennas metal such as twist ties poultry pins gold rimmed dishes recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces Covers hold in moisture allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape In a regular oven you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over browning When microwaving you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry which would cook before larger parts When you cook with regular ovens foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking Note that a microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack After covering a dish with plastic wrap you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape Care and cleaning of the microwave oven www GEAppliances com m al o diz lt gt Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of this oven How to Clean the Inside Walls Floor Inside Window Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a pape
29. r after first half of time and shield warm areas with foil After second half of time separate pieces with table knife Let stand to complete defrosting Place wrapped chicken in dish Unwrap and turn over after first half of time After second half of time separate pieces and place in cooking dish Microwave 2 to 4 minutes more if necessary Let stand a few minutes to finish defrosting Place wrapped chicken in dish After half the time unwrap and turn chicken over Shield warm areas with foil To complete defrosting run cold water in the cavity until giblets can be removed Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast side up Turn over after first half of time Run cool water in the cavity until giblets can be removed Place unwrapped breast in microwave safe dish breast side down After half of time turn breast side up and shield warm areas with foil Defrost for second half of time Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting uonpuuolul Ajajes o z Q 2 a sd l Dunoous lqnoll uoddn s umnsuo9 Safety Information o S 3 2 S S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 22 About the time features EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK ff EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Express Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1 6 minutes Press one of the Express Cook pads from 1 to 6 for 1
30. r towel others may require a damp cloth Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth then rinse with a damp cloth Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls To clean the surface of the door and the surface of the oven that come together upon closing use only mild nonabrasive soaps or detergents using a sponge or soft cloth Rinse with a damp cloth and dry Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave Removable Turntable and Turntable Support To prevent breakage do not place the turntable into water just after cooking Wash it carefully in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher The turntable and support can be broken if dropped Remember do not operate the oven without the turntable and support in place 31 uonpuuolul Ajajes o S gt Q A S a sd l Dunoous lqnoll uoddn s umnsuo9 Safety Information o S 3 2 S S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support oz Care and cleaning of the microwave oven C How to Clean the Outside Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave Case Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth Rinse and then dry Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth Control Panel and Door Wipe with a damp cloth Dry thoroughly Do not use cleaning sprays large amounts of soap an
31. rvicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Contact Us www GEAppliances com Nec If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number or write to General Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on line at your convenience Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty should the need arise You may also mail in the pre printed registration card included in the packing material or detach and use the form in this Owner s Manual www GEAppliances com Printed in Malaysia
32. s appliance over a sink Do not mount the microwave oven over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation Do not operate this appliance ifit 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 Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat dry or cook food and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use Do not store this appliance outdoors Do not use this product near water for example in a wet basement near a swimming pool or near a sink Keep power cord away from heated surfaces Do not immerse power cord or plug in water Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity Do not overcook food Carefully attend appliance if paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven while cooking Remove wire twist ties and metal handles from paper or plastic containers before placing them in the oven
33. technician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded Operating Instructions If the outlet is a standard 2 prong wall outlet it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly Q grounded 3 prong wall outlet 5 Do notunder any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord We do not recommend using an extension cord with this appliance 2 If the power cord is too short have a qualified electrician or service 5 technician install an outlet near the appliance See WARNING Q EXTENSION CORDS section For best operation plug this appliance into its ovn electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker S N d www GEAppliances com ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliances power cord will be disconnected infrequently Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions Adapter plugs not we strongly recommend against the permitted in Canada use of an adapter plug However if Align large illel prongs slots a you still elect to use an adapter 2 where local codes permit a D A an TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be m E made to a properly grounded two Ensure proper ground nd firm connection prong wall receptacle by the use ofa TEMPORARY fet METHOD UL listed adapter which is
34. to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10 For example press the 2pad for 2 minutes of cooking time The power level can be changed as time is counting down Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1 10 30 Seconds You can use this feature two ways It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds of cooking time About the convenience features www GEAppliances com POPCORN EXPRESS COOK 9 less time more time Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1 75 to 3 5 ounces 44 LP BEVERAGE Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature Follow package instructions using Time Cook if the package is less than 1 75 ounces or larger than 3 5 ounces Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave Press POPCORN once for a 3 5 ounce package of popcorn twice for a 3 0 ounce package or three times for a 1 75 ounce package The oven starts immediately How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time If you find that the brand of popcorn you use underpops or overcooks consistently you can add or subtract 20 seconds to the automatic popping time To add time After pressing POPCORN press 9 immediately after the oven starts for an extra 20 seconds To subtract time After pressing POPCORN press 1 immediately after the oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time Beverage To use the Beverag
35. uo Safety Information o S 3 2 S S Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 20 About the time features TIME DEFROST EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK START Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times 7 Press TIME DEFROST 2 Enter defrosting time 3 Press START Power level is automatically set at 3 but can be changed 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 approximately 1 3 However food will need more frequent attention than usual A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting This is normal when oven is not operating at High power Defrosting Tips Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the package Closed packages should be slit pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted Plastic storage containers should be partially uncovered 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 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 For more even defrosting of larger
36. upply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord S S S N Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them If an extension cord is used The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance The extension cord must be a grounding type 3 wire cord and it must be plugged into a 3 slot outlet The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally Operating Instructions If you use an extension cord the interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is on Cooking times may be longer too Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10 oA www GEAppliances com READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS S s I S suon nu sul bunesado sd l Dunoous lqnoll uoddn 5 0 About the features of your microwave oven Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model 1100 Watts Safety Information S S 2 D S 4 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support www GEAppliances com uonpuuolul Ajajes ae m features of the Oven E Door Latches p
37. y meat to at leastan 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 S 5 o suon nu sul Gunesadg sd l Dunoous lqnoll uoddn s umnsuo9 S D S v Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving 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 If you are not sure if a dish is microwave safe use this test Place in the oven both the dish you are testing anda glass measuring cup filled with 1 cup of water set the measuring cup either in or next to the dish Microwave 1 minute at high If the dish heats it should not be used for microvvaving If the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup heats then the dish 1s microvvave safe If you use a meat thermometer while cooking make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens MICROWAVE SAFE COOKWARE Do not use recycled paper products Recycled paper towels napkins and waxed paper can contain metal flecks which m
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