GE JES1244 manual

GE Appliances Microwave Oven Part No. 164D3370P117 Pub. No. 49-40120 3-00 JR JES1244 Owner’ s Manual Safety Information Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Safety Precautions . . .2, 3 Arcing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5 Microwave-Safe Cookware[...]

■ 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[...]

3 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’ s Manual. ■ 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 o[...]

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 mic[...]

Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information ■ SUPERHEA TED WA TER 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[...]

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 m[...]

7 Customer Service 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 containers shou[...]

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. [...]

Customer Service 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 local code[...]

Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service 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[...]

Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 11 Read and follow this Safety Information carefully . SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS[...]

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Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information GE & Y ou, A Service Partnership. Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your microwave oven properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your microwave oven. Read thi[...]

Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 14 1100 Watts Features of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the [...]

Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Y ou can microwave by time or with the convenience features. 1 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK 6 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPRESS COOK 5 EXPRESS COOK 4 EXPRESS COOK POWER LEVEL 30 SEC. TIME DEFROST TIME COOK AUTO DEFROST COOK POPCORN REHE A T BEVERAGE Cooking Controls Check the Con[...]

Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service About changing the power level. 16 The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for T ime Cook, T ime Defrost or Express Cook. The power level may also be changed during time countdown. Press TIME COOK or TIME DEFROST. Enter co[...]

About the time features. 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 level 1–10[...]

Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service About the time featuresm (cont.). Cooking Guide for T ime Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. 18 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 cu[...]

Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 19 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; i[...]

Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service About the time features (cont.). T ime Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. Press TIME DEFROST . Enter defrosting time. Press ST ART . Power level is automatically set at 3, but can be changed. You [...]

Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Food T ime Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Rearrange after half the time. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min. Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 3 to 7 min. Place block in casserole.[...]

Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service About the time features (cont.). 22 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. Th[...]

About the convenience features. 23 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Popcorn To 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 once for [...]

Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service About the convenience features (cont.). Reheat The Reheat feature reheats 1 to 3 servings of many previously cooked foods. Press REHEA T . Select food type 1–6 for one serving (see Reheat Guide below). Press 2 or 3 to reheat 2 or 3 servings. Press ST ART . NOTE: The[...]

Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Cook The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods. Press COOK. Select food type 1–9 (see the Cook Guide below). Enter weight in ounces. Press ST ART . Hint: Press and hold the COOK pad during cooking to display the fo[...]

Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service About the convenience features (cont.). 26 Auto Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. Use T ime Defrost for most other frozen foods. Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry[...]

About the other features. Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 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 Delay Delay allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 12 hours. Press DELA Y . Enter[...]

Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service About the other features (cont.). 28 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[...]

Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information T imer 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 T imer operates without microwave energy. How to Use as a Minute T imer Press TIMER. Enter the a[...]

Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service Microwave terms. 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 pins, gold-[...]

Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 31 Helpful Hints Open the oven door a few minutes after cooking to air out the inside. An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of t[...]

Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service Care and cleaning of the microwave oven (cont.). 32 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 cl[...]

Before you call for service… Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 33 T roubleshooting T ips Save time and money! Review the chart below first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Oven will not start A fuse in your home • Replace fuse or reset may be blown or t[...]

Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service Before you call for service (cont.)… ■ 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 operat[...]

Notes Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 35[...]

Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service Notes 36[...]

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