GE JES1142 User's Manual
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1. Schedule Service GEAppliances com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door Get on line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year Or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 during normal business hours Real Life Design Studio 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 Extended Warranties GEAppliances com Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty S is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories GEAppliances com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes 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 Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed b2. Microwave Oven GEAppliances com Safety Instructions 2 6 Operating Instructions Convenience Features 13 15 Microwave Terms 18 Oven Features 7 8 Other Features 16 17 Power Levels 0005 9 Time Features 10 12 Care and Cleaning 19 Troubleshooting Tips 20 Things That Are Normal 20 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 21 22 Warranty ease ienei ade sR dee 23 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial You can find them on a label inside the oven Owner s Manual JES1140 JES1142 49 40646 1 10 12 GE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING AWARNING 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 MICROWAVE ENERGY a Do Not Attempt to operate 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 b Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces c Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly importan
3. Level Defrost ce Express Cook 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 9 Hee Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin 7 Time Features Press Time Cook Press number pads TIME DEFROST POWER LEVEL EXPRESS COOK Enter Amount of cooking i Express Cook m 2 4 5 Dm Pa 3 6 Defrost 9 Clock Timer Snape amp time Amount of defrosting time Power level 1 to 10 Starts immediately Convenience Features Press POPCORN Enter Option 3 5 oz or 3 OZ Starts immediately Press once or twice BEVERAGE Press once twice or three times REHEAT Press once TIME COOK Press once TIME DEFROST Press one to four times PIZZA Press 1 4 Starts immediately Enter cook see Cooking Guide Enter Cooking Time Enter Defrost Time Starts immediately 1 cup 2 cups or 3 cups 1 4 Power Level Express Cook 2 3 6 Changing the Power Level The power level may be entered or changed before entering the time for Time Cook firs TIME COOK and enter cooking time Press POWER LEVEL and select power level 1 to 10 Press START 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
4. exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty Any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for service In Alaska the warranty excludes the service calls to your home 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 To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 23 Consumer Support GE Appliances Website GEAppliances com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals order parts catalogs or even schedule service on line You can also Ask Our Team of Experts your questions and so much more
5. is properly grounded Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug However if you still elect to use an adapter where local codes permit a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded wall receptacle by the use of 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 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 service technician install an outlet near the appliance See EXTENSION CORDS section For best operation plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker oy 1 ADAPTER PLUGS G Usage situations where appliance s power cord will be disconnected infrequently Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada Align large prongs slots Ensure proper ground and firm connection before use TEMPORARY METHOD CAUTION Attaching the adapter groun
6. must be a grounding type 3 wire cord and it must be plugged into a 3 slot outlet 3 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 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 SPY READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY oe SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS About the features of your microwave oven GEAppliances com Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model 1100 Watts 2 33 Features of the Oven Door Latches Door Latch Release Press latch release to open door Window with Metal Shield Screen allows Removable Turntable Turntable and support cooking to be viewed while keeping must be in place when using the oven The microwaves confined in the oven turntable may be removed for cleaning Convenience Guide Removable Turntable Support The turntable support must be in place when using the oven O Touch Contr Paner Display NOTE Rating plate oven vent s and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven About the features of your microwave oven You can microwave by time or with the convenience features Not all features on all models Popcorn Potato Pizza Beverage Reheat Time Power Auto Cook
7. 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 E 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 1 Use microwave safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer s recommendations Do not microwave empty containers Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision 1 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS GEAppliances com WARNING mproper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock 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 technician if the GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS are not completely understood or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance
8. 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 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 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 prevent spattering Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape 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 E Use foil only as directed in this guide TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less
9. 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 Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3 0 to 3 5 ounces GEAppliances com 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 The oven starts immediately Reheat Press Reheat pad Enter the food code See Cooking Guide for Reheat feature below for codes kf enter the number of servings 1 4 Then the microwave will start immediately You may open the door during cooking to check the food Close the door and press START to resume cooking Cooking Guide for REHEAT feature Available Enter Code Food Choice Serving Ounces per serving Selection 15 About the convenience features Beverage Beverage To use the Beverage feature Drinks heated with the Beverage feature Press BEVERAGE pad The microwave will automatically be set to heat an 8 ounce beverage The microwave will start immediately with care If you would like to change the the setting for the beverage size Bll Press BEVERAGE pad Press the key pad for the following serving size Efe microwave will start immediately Pizza o
10. 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 Press START E Foods that spoil easily should not be At one half of selected defrosting time turn food over and break apart or rearrange pieces for more even defrosting Shield any warm areas with small pieces of foil The oven will continue to defrost if you don t open the door and turn the food A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting This is normal when oven is not operating at HI power allowed to sit out for more than one hour after defrosting Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria E For more even defrosting of larger foods such as roasts use Auto Defrost Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking E 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 Food Breads Cakes Bread buns or rolls 1 piece Sweet rolls approx 12 oz Fish and Seafood Fillets frozen 1 b Shellfish small pieces 1 lb Fruit Plastic pouch 1 or 2 10 oz package Meat Bacon 1 b Franks 1 b Ground meat 1 b Roast beef lamb veal pork Steaks chops and cutlets Poultry Chicken broiler fryer cut up 2 to 3 Ibs Chicken whole 2 to 3 Ibs Cornish hen Turkey breast 4 to 6
11. amaged or dropped E Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance E 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 E 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 E Keep power cord away from heated surfaces E Do not immerse power cord or plug in water E Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter E 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 f the door is opened the fire may spread E See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual E This appliance must onl
12. d 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 GEAppliances com If you see arcing press the CLEAR OFF pad and correct the problem 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 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 straight sided container 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 ut
13. d 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 appliance s 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 2 prong wall receptacle replaced with a 3 prong grounding receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING AWARNING g 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 Ifan extension cord is used 1 The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance ire extension cord
14. e timer will signal 17 Microwave terms Term Arcing Covering Shielding Standing Time Venting 18 Definition Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by E metal or foil touching the side of the oven E foil that is not molded to food upturned edges act like antennas E metal such as twist ties poultry pins gold rimmed dishes E 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 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
15. ensil into the container 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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING AWARNING MICROWAVE SAFE COOKWARE 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 E Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware E Boilable cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit pierced or vented 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
16. face It is 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 Power Cord If the cord becomes soiled unplug and wash with a damp cloth For stubborn spots sudsy water may be used but be certain to rinse with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly before plugging cord into outlet 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 19 Troubleshooting Tips Problem Oven will not start Control panel lighted yet oven will not start Microwave oven control will not work 20 Possible Causes A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped What To Do e Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Power surge e Unplug the microwave oven then plug it back in Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet e Make sure the 3 prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet Door not securely closed Door not securely closed e Open the door and close securely e Open the door and close securely START pad not pressed after entering cooking selection e Press START Anothe
17. lbs 12 Time Comments 1 4 min 2 to 4 min Rearrange after half the time 6 to 9 min 3 to 7 min Place block in casserole Turn over and break up after half the time 1 to 5 min 2 to 5 min Place unopened package in oven Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting 2to 5 min Place unopened package in oven Microwave just until franks can be separated Let stand 5 minutes if necessary to complete defrosting 4 to 6 min Turn meat over after first half of time 9to13min Use power level 10 per lb 4 to 8 min Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish Turn over after first half of time and per Ib shield warm areas with foil After second half of time separate pieces with table knife Let stand to complete defrosting 14 to 20min 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 20 to 25min 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 7 to 13 min Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast side up Turn over after first half of time per Ib Run cool water in the cavity until giblets can be removed 3 to 8 min Place unwrapped breast in microwave safe dish breast side down After first half per Ib of
18. me models Allows you to microwave healthy food choices by servings HI power level is automatically set but you may change it for more flexibility Press MyPyramid pad Enter the food code See Cooking Guide for MyPyramid below for codes Enter the number of servings 1 4 Then the microwave will start immediately You may open the door during cooking to check the food Close the door and press START to resume cooking Cooking Guide for MyPyramid Feature NOTE Use HI power level unless otherwise noted Available Enter Code Food Choice Serving Ounces per serving Selection s Pasta fe oe per serving 4 Asparagus 14 4ozperserving 5 Broccoli 14 4 ozperserving 6 GreenBeans 1 4 4ozperserving 8 Pomo 14 ozperserving 9 Greenpeoas 14 4ozperserving 11 About the convenience features Time Defrost Express Cook 1 4 Defrosting Guide 2 5 3 6 Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times Auto Defrost explained in the About the convenience features section Press TIME DEFROST Enter defrosting time Defrosting Tips E 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 Press START 4 the food over after half the time E
19. n some models To use the Pizza feature Press PIZZA pad The microwave will automatically be set to heat 1 piece of pizza The microwave will start immediately If you would like to change the the setting for a different amount of servings Press PIZZA pad Press the key pad for the following serving size Key Pad No of Servings 1 Piece of Pizza 2 pieces of Pizza kje microwave will start immediately 14 may be very hot Remove the container Vegetable Auto Defrost Start Pause Express Cook 1 2 4 5 8 0 GEAppliances com Potato on some models To use the Potato feature Press the POTATO pad 2 Press the number of servings 1 4 The oven will start immediately To use the Vegetable feature Press VEGETABLE pad Enter the Vegetable code See Cooking Guide for Vegetables below for codes 3 Enter the number of servings 1 4 Then the microwave will start immediately Cooking Guide for VEGETABLE Feature Vegetable Type of Available Serving Code Vegetables Selection Ounces per Serving Auto Defrost Defrost on some models There is a handy guide located on the inside Use Auto Defrost Defrost on some models front of the oven for meat poultry and fish weighing up to 2 5 pounds Use Time Defrost on some models for most other frozen foods Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats poultry and fi
20. r selection entered already in oven and CLEAR OFF pad not pressed to cancel it CLEAR OFF was pressed accidentally FOOD message in display The control has been locked When the control panel is locked the lock indicator will be lit e Press CLEAR OFF e Reset cooking program and press START e Open and close the door before staring a cooking feature e Press and hold PAUSE CLEAR for about three seconds to unlock the control Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven E Steam or vapor escaping from around the door E Light reflection around door or outer case E Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other than high E Dull thumping sound while oven is operating E 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 Notes GEAppliances com 21 22 Notes GE Microwave Oven Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers C or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service on line 24 hours a day visit us at GEAppliances com or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Please have serial and model numbers available
21. sh Press AUTO DEFROST DEFROST E Remove meat from package and place on microwave safe dish Py Enter the number of pounds select ee between 0 1 6 0 pounds E When the oven signals turn the food over Press START Remove defrosted meat or shield warm eee i areas with small pieces of foil Time Defrost is explained in the About the m After defrosting most meats need to stand time features section 5 minutes to complete defrosting Large roasts should stand for about 30 minutes 15 About the other features Clock Press to enter the time of day E k we Press CLOCK 1 2 3 Enter time of day 4 5 6 Press CLOCK 7 8 9 0 Start s Pause Sta rt START PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display Pause Press START PAUSE again to restart the oven Child Lock Out Clear You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally Off 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 the lock indicator will be lit 16 Timer GEAppliances com Timer This pad performs the following functions E it operates as a minute timer E t can be used as a hold setting after defrosting How to Use as a Minute Timer The Timer operates without microwave energy Press TIMER Enter the amount of time you want to count down Press START When the time is up th
22. t that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the 1 door bent 2 hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 door seals and sealing surfaces The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed including the following E Read and follow the specific precautions in the PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY section above E This appliance must be grounded Connect only to a properly grounded outlet See the GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS section on page 5 E Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions E Be certain to place the front surface of the door 3 or more back from the countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping of the appliance in normal usage E This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use Do not mount this appliance over a sink E Do not mount the microwave oven over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance E Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation E 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 d
23. 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 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 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 with a damp cloth 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 Sur
24. time Power level 3 is energy 30 of the time Most cooking will be done on HI which gives you 100 power HI power level 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 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 GEAppliances com 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 Here are some examples of uses for various power levels HI Power Level 10 Fish bacon vegetables boiling liquids Med High Power Level 7 Gentle cooking of meat and poultry baking casseroles and reheating Medium Power Level 5 Slow cooking and tenderizing for stews and less tender cuts of meat Low Power Level 2 or 3 Defrosting simmering delicate sauces Warm Power Level 1 Keeping food warm softening butter About the time features Time Cook Express Cook 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 0 Start Pause Express Cook 1 2 3 4 5 6 Add 30 Sec 10 Time Cook Allo
25. when calling for service For The Period Of Staple your receipt here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty GE Will Replace One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the microwave oven which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this limited one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and related service to replace the defective part For the above limited warranty To 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 is also available but you must pay for the service technician s travel costs to your home What GE Will Not Cover E Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product E Improper installation delivery or maintenance E Product not accessible to provide required service E Failure of the product or damage to the product if it is abused misused for example cavity arcing from wire rack or metal foil or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially E Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers E Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God E Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance E Damage caused after delivery EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and
26. ws you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds HI power level is automatically set but you may change it for more flexibility Press TIME COOK Enter cooking time Press START You may open the door during Time Cook to check the food Close the door and press START to resume cooking Express Cook Defrosting and Cooking You can program the oven to automatically begin Time Cook after defrosting Press AUTO DEFROST and select food weight or press TIME DEFROST and enter defrosting time Press POWER LEVEL Change power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL repeatedly to select a desired power level Enter the amount of cooking time Press START The oven will begin defrosting After defrosting is complete Time Cook will count down This is a quick way to set cooking time from 1 6 minutes flrs one of the Express Cook pads from 1 6 for 1 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 NOTE Express Cook function pertains to pads 1 6 only Add 30 Sec It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed Each touch will add 30 seconds up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds The oven will start immediately when pressed Express Cook 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 GEAppliances com MyPyramid Feature on so
27. y any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Contact Us GEAppliances com 5A 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 GEAppliances com 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 Printed in China
28. y be serviced by qualified service personnel Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment E As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING ARCING Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven Arcing is caused by E Metal or foil touching the side of the oven E Foil not molded to food upturned edges act like antennas FOODS 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 microwave 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 Avoid heating baby food in glass jars even with the lid off Make sure all infant foo
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