GE JES1238WH User's Manual
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1. Microwave Oven www GEAppliances com Safety Instructions 2 11 Owner s Manual Operating Instructions 51238 Care and Cleaning 27 28 Changing the Power Level 14 Convenience Features 21 23 Features of Your Microwave Oven 12 15 Microwave Terms 26 Other Features 24 25 Time Features 15 20 Troubleshooting Tips 29 30 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven 30 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty ck tink ere 3 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial Find these numbers on a label inside the oven 164D3370P256 49 40322 03 03 JR 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 S E lt lt gt S N PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE See the Grounding Instructions section on page 8 N S EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE S MICROWAVE ENERGY E Do Not Attempt to operate Do Not Operate the oven if it D this oven with the door open is damaged It is particularly since open door operation important that the oven door S can result in harmful close properly and that there amp exposure to microwave is no damage to the energy It is important n2. Keeping food warm softening butter 14 About the time features www GEAppliances com Time Cook TIME COOK Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes 1 2 3 and 99 seconds Power level 10 High is automatically set but you may 4 5 6 change it more flexibility 7 Press TIME COOK 7 9 E Enter cooking time E lt 3 3 e 3 gt E Change power level if you don t want full power 5 Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level a 1 10 a F 4 Press START 5 z POWER Q LEVEL You may open the door during Time Cook to check 8 the food Close the door and press START to resume cooking START BAUSE Time Cook Il Lets you change power levels automatically during EY cooking Here s how to do it S 7 S 2 Enter the first cook time ER 3 Change the power level if you don t want full power eQ Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level zi 1 10 4 Press COOK again 5 Enter the second cook time 6 Change the power level if you don t want full power 5 Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level QS 1 10 e 3 7 Press START E e At the end of Time Cook I Time Cook Il counts down 3 e a 15 Safety Information E S Ss S gt S e Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 16 About the time features Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE Use power level High 10
3. unless otherwise noted Vegetable Amount Asparagus fresh spears 11 frozen spears 10 oz package Beans fresh green 1 Ib cut in half frozen green 10 oz package frozen lima 10 oz package Beets fresh whole 1 bunch Broccoli fresh cut 1 bunch 1 to 1 Ibs fresh spears 1 bunch 1 to 1 Ibs frozen 10 07 package chopped frozen spears 10 oz package Cabbage fresh 1 medium head about 2 Ibs wedges Carrots fresh sliced 1 1b frozen 10 oz package Cauliflower flowerets 1 medium head fresh whole 1 medium head frozen 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 14qt oblong glass baking dish place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole In 1 46 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 In 1 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 2 or 3 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 17 46 casserole place 1 4 cup water In
4. 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 07 package 2 0 6 In 1 qt casserole place Corn on the cob fresh frozen Mixed vegetables frozen Peas fresh shelled frozen Potatoes fresh cubed white fresh whole sweet or white Spinach fresh frozen chopped and leaf Squash fresh summer and yellow winter acorn or butternut 1 to 5 ears 1 ear 2 to 6 ears 10 oz package 2 Ibs unshelled 10 oz package 4 potatoes 6 to 8 oz each 1 6 to 8 oz 10 to 16 oz 10 oz package 1 sliced 1 or 2 squash about 1 Ib each to 4 min per ear 3 to 6 min 2 to 3 min per ear 2 to 6 min to 10 min 2 to 6 min 9 to 12 min 2 to 4 min 3 to 6 min 3 to 6 min 3 to 5 min 5 to 9 min 2 tablespoons water In 2 qt glass baking dish place corn If corn is in husk use no water if corn has been husked add 1 4 cup water Rearrange after half of time Place in 2 qt oblong glass baking dish Cover with vented plastic wrap Rearrange after half of time In 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Peel
5. 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 foil at least 1 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 manufact
6. S S EB S L7 sdij Gunooysajqnosy yoddng 1 Safety Information t S S gt S e Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 24 About the other features START PAUSE Cooking Complete 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 Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving 7 Press CLOCK 2 Enter time of day 3 Press START or CLOCK 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 for about three seconds When the control panel is locked LOC will be displayed START PAUSE In addition to starting many functions START PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display www GEAppliances com Timer This pad performs 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 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 mi
7. ances com What To Do Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker circuit breaker tripped Power surge Unplug the microwave oven then plug it back in Plug not fully inserted Make sure the 3 prong into wall outlet plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet Door not securely closed Door not securely closed Open the door and close securely Open the door and close securely START pad not pressed after entering cooking selection Press START Another selection entered already in oven and CLEAR OFF pad not pressed to cancel it Press CLEAR OFF Cooking time not entered after pressing TIME COOK Make sure you have entered cooking time after pressing TIME COOK CLEAR OFF was pressed Reset cooking program accidentally and press START Food weight not entered Make sure you have after pressing AUTO entered food weight DEFROST after pressing AUTO DEFROST Food type not entered after pressing REHEAT Make sure you have entered a food type 29 uoneuuoju Ajajeg suoyonysuy 0 S Q S Q Ei L7 yoddng 1aumsuo Troubleshooting Tips Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven Steam or vapor escaping from around the door Safety Information 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 o
8. and cut into l inch cubes Place in 2 qt casserole with 1 2 cup water Stir after half of time Pierce with cooking fork Place in center of the oven Let stand 5 minutes In 2 qt casserole place washed spinach In 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water In 15 46 casserole place 1 4 cup water Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish place squash cutside down Turn cutside up after 4 minutes 17 uoneuuoju Ajajeg gt E 2 S S EB S L7 sdij Gunooysajqnosy yoddng 1 Safety Information E S Ss S gt S e Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 18 About the time features OOG OOG DOG Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times 7 Press TIME DEFROST Enter defrosting time 2 5 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 packag
9. ble 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 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 If the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup heats then the dish is microwave safe If you use a meat thermometer while cooking make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens 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 since 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 Not all 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
10. can be 5 separated Let stand 5 minutes if a necessary to complete defrosting Ground meat 1 Ib 4to6 min Turn meat over after first half of time Roast beef lamb veal pork 9 to 13 min Use power level 1 per Ib Steaks chops and cutlets 4 8 min Place unwrapped meat in cooking per lb dish Turn over after first half of time S and shield warm areas with foil After second half of time separate D pieces with table knife Let stand to complete defrosting E Poultry Chicken broiler fryer 14 to 20 min Place wrapped chicken in dish Unwrap cut up 27 to 3 Ibs and turn over after first half of time After y 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 Chicken whole 20 to 25 min Place wrapped chicken in dish After half 214 to 3 Ibs 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 S Cornish hen 7 to 13 min Place unwrapped hen in the oven e per lb breast side up Turn over after first half 3 of time Run cool water in the cavity until E giblets can be removed A Turkey breast 4 to 6 Ibs 3 to 8min Place unwrapped breast in microwave safe 5 per Ib dish breast side down After half of time turn breast side up and shield warm areas S with foil Defrost for second half of time Let stand 1 t
11. crowave oven could result in injury Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst possibly resulting in injury 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 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 SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID To reduce the risk of injury to persons Do not overheat the liquid Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it Do not use straightsided containers with narrow necks 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 Don t defrost frozen beverages in narrow neck
12. ed 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 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 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 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 S i S 3 EX E suomanuasu 0 sdij yoddng 1 S E lt lt gt S N Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING MICROWAVE SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suita
13. es 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 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 Breads Cakes Bread buns or rolls 1 piece 1 4 min Sweet rolls approx 12 02 2to4min Rearrange after half the time Ed www GEAppliances com e lt gt Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments 3 S Fish and Seafood Fillets frozen 1 Ib 6 to 9 min Shellfish small pieces 1 Ib 3 7 min Place block in casserole Turn over and break up after half the time gt o A J 3S Fruit Plastic pouch 1 2 1 to 5 min 10 02 package 5 L Lo OShS uA lt Meat 5 Bacon 1 Ib 20 5 min Place unopened package in oven E Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting Franks 1 Ib 2to5 min Place unopened package in oven Q Microwave just until franks
14. et S E The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape gt e over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally 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 gt Q 2 o 2 3 S gt DW E 2 S e 10 www GEAppliances com READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS S 2 9 3 is E suoyonysuy 0 sdij bu ooysajqnos yoddng 1 Safety Information 22 S S gt S Q Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 12 About the features of your microwave oven Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model 1100 Watts Features of the Oven Door Latches Window with Metal Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven Convenience Guide Touch Control Panel Display o 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 removed for cleaning NOTE Rating plate oven vent s and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven www GEApp
15. evels on the microwave oven can 0 be compared to the surface units on a range Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain E S Ss S gt 5 S e percent of the time Power level 7 is microwave energy 7096 of the time Power level 3 is energy 30 of the time Most cooking will be done on High power level 10 ae which gives you 100 power Power level 10 will cook PAUSE 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 appearance 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 Rest periods when the microwave energy cycles off Troubleshooting Tips 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 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
16. face cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual GE does not support any servicing of the microwave We strongly recommend that you do not attempt to service the microwave yourself As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children S i S S is E suomanasu 0 sdij yoddng 1 S E lt B gt S N Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING 2 Ss lt WARNING ARCING If you see arcing press the CLEAR OFF pad and correct 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 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 Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in a 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 closed jars are able to explode and should not be heated in this microwave oven Such use of the mi
17. g 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 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 paper 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
18. hen 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 3 prong grounding receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance S i S is E suomanuasu sdij yoddng IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING S E lt 3 gt S o EXTENSION CORDS A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them If an extension cord is used S The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance gt The extension cord must be grounding type 3 wire cord and 5 it must be plugged into a 3 slot outl
19. iances Website 24 hours a day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals or order catalogs on line You can also Ask Our Team of Experts your questions and so much more Real Life Design Studio www GEAppliances com GE supports the Universal Design concept products services and environments that can be used by people of all ages sizes and capabilities We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and impairments For details of GE s Universal Design applications including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities check out our Website today For the hearing impaired please call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 Accessories www GEAppliances com A replacement turntable WB39X10003 or turntable support ring WB02X10838 is available at extra cost from our Parts Center and can be sent directly to your home VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Order on line today 24 hours every day or by phone at 800 626 2002 during normal business hours Contact Us www GEAppliances com A 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 Printed in Malaysia
20. ks up to three 8 to 10 ounce otatoes F P Press POTATO The serving size is automatically set at 1 2 but can be changed by pressing 2 or 3 for two or three S potatoes The oven starts immediately 22 www GEAppliances com OOG OOG DOO 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 f 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 is 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 1 2 A 3 2 4 5 Kj 6 7 A 8 5 9 10 6 11 7 12 13 8 14 15 9 23 uo euuojuj Ajajeg gt E 2
21. liances com You can microwave by time or with the convenience features Time Features Convenience Features TIME ae POPCORN TIME DEFROST REHEAT POTATO AUTO EXPRESS 1 6 DEFROST COD OO Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin 9 POWER LEVEL Time Features Press Enter TIME COOK Amount of cooking time Press once or twice TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time 30 SEC Starts immediately EXPRESS Starts immediately POWER LEVEL Power level 1 10 Convenience Features Press Enter Option POPCORN Starts immediately 3 5 oz 3 oz Press once twice or 1 75 07 or three times more less time POTATO Starts immediately 1 20 3 potatoes REHEAT Food type 1 6 Serving size Starts immediately AUTO DEFROST Food weight 13 uoneuuoju Ajajeg gt E 2 S S S L7 sdij yoddng 1 About changing the power level The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for os cook Time Cook Time Defrost or Express Cook The power level may also be changed during time countdown F 7 Press TIME COOK or TIME DEFROST Safety Information POWER 2 Enter cooking or defrosting time 1 2 3 g Press POWER LEVEL 4 Select desired power level 1 10 4 5 6 5 Press START Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking The power l
22. nformation resetting of circuit breakers regarding operating instructions Damage to the product caused by and user controls accident fire floods or acts of God Improper installation delivery or Incidental or consequential damage sdij Gunooysajqnosy maintenance caused by possible defects with this Failure of the product if it is abused appliance misused or used for other than Damage caused after delivery the intended purpose or used commercially This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your states Attorney General Exclusion of implied warranties Except where prohibited or restricted by law there are no warranties whether express oral or statutory which extend beyond the description on the face hereof including specifically the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose 3 3 amp S S E Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 Consumer Support GE Appl lances Website www GEAppliances com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appl
23. 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 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 near a sink or in similar locations 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 when 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 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 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 sur
24. nutes 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 Press TIME DEFROST Enter defrosting time Press TIMER Enter the amount of time you want the oven to hold Press TIME COOK ch GG Nw Enter cooking time 7 Press START uo eunojuj Ajajeg gt g E 5 A Q S 7 sdij Burjoousa qnoag pioddng 1aumnsuo 25 Safety Information E S Ss S gt B S e Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 26 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 not 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 overbrowning When microwavin
25. o 2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting 19 Safety Information E S Ss S gt 5 S e Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 20 About the time features EXPRESS 1 6 DG OOO Express Cook This is quick way to set cooking time for 1 6 minutes Press one of the Express Cook pads from 1 to 6 for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10 For example press the 2 pad 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 D 3 less time more time Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1 75 to 3 5 ounces 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 o
26. ot 7 door bent to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks hinges and latches broken or loosened Do Not Place any object between the oven front door seals and sealing gt face and the door or allow surfaces S soil or cleaner residue to The Oven Should Not be S accumulate on sealing adjusted or repaired by surfaces anyone except properly qualified service personnel 5 Q amp SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed including the following Read and follow the specific Install or locate this appliance precautions in the Precautions only in accordance with the to Avoid Possible Exposure to provided Installation 2 Excessive Microwave Energy Instructions section above Er Be certain to place the front E This appliance must be surface of the door three 2 grounded Connect only inches or more back from S to a properly grounded outlet 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 This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use Do not mount this 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
27. r 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 21 uo euuojuj Ajajeg gt E 2 S S EB S L7 sdij yoddng 1 About the convenience features Reheat REHEAT The Reheat feature reheats many previously cooked foods 1 2 3 7 Press REHEAT 2 Select food type 1 6 for one serving see Reheat Guide below The oven starts immediately For food types 1 5 press Zor 3 to change the serving size Safety Information NOTE The serving size may be changed or added immediately after the oven starts by pressing number pads 1 2 or 3 Serving size for food type 6 cannot be changed E S Ss S gt 5 3 e Reheat Guide Food Type Comments 1 Pasta Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 4 12 oz wi 2 Meats casseroles Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 4 12 oz D 3 Fruits and vegetables Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap S 4 12 oz 4 Sauces and gravies Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap a 4 12 oz e 5 Pizza 1 3 slices Do not cover _ 6 Plate of leftovers Cover with vented plastic wrap 2 to 3 foods 4 oz each 5 Potato A POTATO The potato feature coo
28. 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 27 uoneuuoju Ajajeg gt E S S EB S L7 sdij yoddng 1 Safety Information E S Ss S gt 5 S e Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 28 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 and 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 Troubleshooting Tips Problem Oven will not start Control panel lighted yet oven will not start Possible Causes A fuse in your home may be blown or the www GEAppli
29. urer s recommendations 2 Do not microwave empty containers 3 Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision S 2 9 3 is E suomanugsu Buneadg sdij yoddng 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of an electrical short S E lt B gt S N 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 technician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if doubt exists as to Operating Instructions whether the appliance is properly grounded If the outlet is a standard 2 prong wall outlet it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord We do not recommend using an extension cord with this appliance If the power cord is too short have a qualified electrician or ser
30. ven is 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 a gt S P r E Consumer Support 30 GE Microwave Oven N FINA F D One Year Limited Warranty m lt HP Staple your receipt here O fea Proof of the original purchase date is S Bye needed to make a warranty claim 3 e For The Period Of What GE Will Provide x Year Replacement unit for any product which fails due to a From the date of the defect in materials or workmanship The exchange unit original purchase is warranted for the remainder of your product s original one year warranty period In Order to Make a Warranty Claim Properly pack your unit Include in the package a copy of the We recommend using the original sales receipt or other evidence of date carton and packing materials of original purchase Also print your Return the product to the retail name and address and a description of the defect suoyonysuy 0 location where it was purchased What GE Will Not Cover Customer instruction This owner s Replacement of house fuses or manual provides i
31. vice technician install an outlet near the appliance See WARNING EXTENSION CORDS section Troubleshooting Tips For best operation plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker Consumer Support www GEAppliances com ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance s 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 Align large rongs slots if you still elect to use an adapter HUE where local codes permit a 25 TEMPORARY CONNECTION may P made to a properly grounded Ensure proper ground TEMPORARY and firm connection 2 prong wall receptacle by the use of METHOD before use a UL listed adapter which is 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 A CA U TI 0 N A Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal 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 W
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