GE JES1358 manual

Microwave Oven 3828W5A8519 49-40515 01-06 JR JES1358 Owner’ s Manual Safety Information . . . . . . .2–11 Operating Instr uctions Auto Features . . . . . . . . . 21, 22 Microwave T erms . . . . . . . . . .29 Other Features . . . . . . . . 27, 28 Oven Features . . . . . . . . .12, 13 Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Sensor Features . . .[...]

■ 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 Installat[...]

■ 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 sur face when the microwave oven is in operation. ■ Do not operate this appli[...]

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). ■ 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 micr[...]

ge.com 5 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information ■ SUPERHEA TED WA TER 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 CO[...]

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 dinner ware 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 [...]

ge.com 7 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information ■ “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 contain[...]

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. [...]

ge.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Usage situations where appliance’ s power cord will be disconnected infrequently . 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 l[...]

Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 10 W ARNING! 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[...]

ge.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 11 READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMA TION CAREFULL Y . SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS[...]

12 Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1200 Watts Features of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the [...]

Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. T ime Features Press Enter TIME COOK Amount of cooking time Press once or twice AUTO/TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time Press twice EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately! ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately! Sensor Features and Auto Features Press Enter Option POPCORN Starts immediately! more/less time BEVERAGE[...]

14 Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support 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 level may also be changed during time countdown. Press TIME COOK . Enter cooking time. Press[...]

15 About the time features. ge.com T ime Cook T ime Cook I 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 . Press TIME COOK. Enter cooking time. Change power level if you don’ t want full power . (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power[...]

16 Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the time features. Cooking Guide for T ime Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. V egetable Amount T ime Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 5 to 8 min., In 1 1 ⁄ 2 -qt. oblong glass baking Med-High (7) dish, place 1/4 cup water .[...]

V egetable Amount T ime Comments Corn (frozen kernel) 10-oz. package 2 to 6 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water . Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears 1 1 ⁄ 4 to 4 min. In 2-qt. glass baking dish, place per ear corn. If corn is in husk, use no water; if corn has been husked, add 1/4 cup water . Rearrange after half of time. (frozen)[...]

18 Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the time features. T ime 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 auto feature section.) Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST twice. Enter defrosting time. Press ST[...]

ge.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Defrosting Guide Food T ime Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min. Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 3 to 7 min. Place block in casserole. T urn [...]

20 Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the time features. 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 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time. The power [...]

21 About the auto features. ge.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Guide Auto Defrost The Auto/Time Defrost feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST once for Auto Defrost or twice for T ime Defrost. Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultr y and fish. Use Time Defrost for[...]

22 Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the auto features. Soften/Melt A convenient way to soften or melt frequently used food items. Press SOFTEN/MEL T . Enter number for food type. Press ST ART . 3 2 1 SOFTEN FOOD ITEM QUANTITY ENTER DISPLA Y Butter 1 Stick 1 :50 Cream Cheese 8 oz. 2 1:00 Frostin[...]

23 Humidity Sensor The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food. Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. If food is undercooked after the countd[...]

24 Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the sensor features. Popcorn T o use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using T ime 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. The oven sta[...]

Reheat The Reheat feature reheats single ser vings of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers. Place covered food in the oven. Press REHEA T . The oven starts immediately . The oven signals when steam is sensed and the time remaining begins counting down. Do not open the oven door until time is counting down. If the door is opened, close it[...]

26 Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the sensor features. Rice The Rice feature cooks 1/2 - 2 cups of long grain white rice. Other types of rice (brown rice or quick-cooking rice) should be cooked using T ime Cook Following package instructions for amounts, place rice and water in a large dish. [...]

27 Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving. Press CLOCK. Enter time of day . Press ST ART or CLOCK. 3 2 1 T o remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display End and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF . Cooking Complete Reminder Start/Pause In additio[...]

28 Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the other features. Child Lock-Out Y ou may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. T o lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CLEAR/OFF for about three seconds. When the control panel is locke[...]

29 Microwave terms. ge.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Arcing 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 p[...]

30 Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. 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 [...]

31 ge.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 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 [...]

32 Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support T roubleshooting tips. Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Oven will not start A fuse in your home • Replace fuse or reset may be blown or the circuit breaker . circuit breaker tripped. Power surge. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in. Plug not fu[...]

33 ge.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Control panel won’t work The control has been • Press and hold CLEAR/OFF locked. (When the control for about three seconds to panel is locked, an L will unlock the control. be displayed.) Food amount too large Sensor R[...]

34 Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support T roubleshooting tips. ■ 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 is operating. ■ TV/[...]

■ Customer instr uctions. This owner’s manual provides information regarding operating instructions and user controls. ■ Improper installation, deliver y or maintenance. ■ Failure of the product or damage to the product if it is abused, misused (for example, cavity arcing fr om wire rack or metal/foil), or used for other than the intended p[...]

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