GE LVM1540 manual

Spacemaker Microwave Oven Owner’ s Manual Models: JVM1540 JNM1541 HVM1540 LVM1540 2 30 Helpful Information Microwave T erms 30 Care and Cleaning 31 36 If Something Goes Wrong Before Y ou Call For Service 36 GE Service Numbers 38 Warranty Back Cover ge.com 10 Important Safety Information Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwav[...]

2 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMA TION BEFORE USING FOR YOUR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TO A VOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWA VE ENERGY For your safety , the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Do Not Attempt t[...]

3 When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: W ARNING • Read and follow the specific “Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy” on page 2. • This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See Grounding Instructions section on[...]

• 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 sur faces. • Do not immerse power cord or plug in water . • T o reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: — Do not overcook food. Care[...]

SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWA VING Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • The metal shelf (if included) not installed correctly so it touches the microwave wall. • The temperature probe (if included) in the microwave but not inserted in the food. • Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. • Foil not mo[...]

SAFETY F ACT 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 COULD RESUL T IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENL Y BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONT AINER IS DIS[...]

7 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[...]

• Use foil only as directed in this manual. When using foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1 ″ away from the sides of the oven. • 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 [...]

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS/OPTIONAL KITS W ARNING Improper 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 [...]

Operating Instructions Featur es of Y our Microwave (Throughout this manual, featur es and appearance may var y from your model.) 1 Door Handle. Pull to open the door . The door must be securely latched for the microwave to operate. 2 Door Latches. 3 Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in t[...]

11 T ime Features T ime Cooking Press Enter TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) Amount of cooking time. DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press twice) Amount of defrosting time. EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately! POWER LEVEL Power level 1–10. ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately! Quick Start The Contr ols on Y our Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, featur es[...]

Convenience Features Press Enter Option COOK (on some models) Food type 1–9 + weight POPCORN Starts immediately! more/ less time serving size REHEA T (See Reheat Guide) serving size BEVERAGE Starts immediately! serving size POT A TO Starts immediately! serving size VEGET ABLE (on some models) Food type 1–3 + weight DEFROST AUTO/TIME Food weight[...]

13 Operating Instructions V ariable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking. The power levels on the microwave oven can be compared to the sur face units on a range. High (power level 10) or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100% power . Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. Power lev[...]

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 . Y ou may open the door during Time Cook to check the food. Close the door and press ST AR T to resume cooking. T ime Cook II Lets you change power levels automatically during coo[...]

15 Cooking Guide for T ime Cook I & II NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. V egetable Amount T ime Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 6 to 9 min., In 1 1 ⁄ 2 -qt. oblong glass baking dish, Med-High (7) p lace 1/4 cup water . (frozen spears) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole. Beans (fresh green) 1 lb. cut i[...]

V egetable Amount T ime Comments Corn (frozen kernel) 10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water . Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears 3 to 4 min. In 2-qt. oblong 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) [...]

17 T ime Features Allows you to defrost for the length of time you select. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. Power level 3 is automatically set, but you may change this for more flexibility . Y ou may defrost small items more quickly by raising the power level after entering the time. However , they will need more frequent attention tha[...]

Food T ime Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 3 to 5 min. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 8 min. Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 5 to 7 min. Place block in casserole. T urn over and break up after half the time. Fruit Plastic pouch—1 to 2 3 to 6 min. (10-oz. package) Meat Bacon [...]

T ime Features 19 Y ou 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. Add 30 Seconds 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[...]

Operating Instructions Convenience Featur es 20 The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods. 1 Press COOK. 2 Select food type 1–9 (see the Cook Guide below). 3 Enter weight in ounces. 4 Press ST AR T . Hint: Press and hold the COOK pad during cooking to display the food type and remaining cook tim[...]

Convenience Featur es 21 How to Use the Popcorn Feature 1 Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 3.0 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave. 2 Press POPCORN. The oven starts immediately . T ap POPCORN to select the bag size you are cooking. Popcorn NOTE: Do not[...]

22 Operating Instructions Convenience Featur es The Potato feature cooks up to four 8–10 ounce potatoes. Press POT A TO once for one potato, twice for two potatoes, three times for three potatoes and four times for four potatoes. The oven will start immediately after POT A TO is pressed. Potato The V egetable feature automatically sets the cookin[...]

Convenience Featur es 23 Auto Defrost The Defrost Auto/Time feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME once for Auto Defrost or twice for Time 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 g[...]

T o remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display “FOOD IS READY” or “END” and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF . Cooking Complete Reminder Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving. 1 Press CLOCK. 2 Enter time of day . 3 On some models, select AM[...]

Other Featur es Y our Model May Have 25 (On some models) The scroll speed of the display can be changed. Press and hold the AM/PM pad about 3 seconds to bring up the display . Select 1–5 for slow to fast scroll speed. Scroll Speed T o turn the clock display off, press and hold 0 for about three seconds. T o redisplay the clock, repeat. Display On[...]

In addition to starting many functions, ST AR T/P AUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display . Start/Pause The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating. The Reminder time can be set up to 24 hours later . 1 Press REMINDER. 2 Enter the time you[...]

Other Featur es Y our Model May Have 27 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 3 seconds. When the control panel is locked, “L” or “LOC” will be displayed to the extreme right. Child Lock-Out For best co[...]

When the microwave oven is off, you may operate the vent fan: 1 Press the V ent Fan pad once for high fan speed. 2 Press the V ent Fan pad a second time for low fan speed. 3 Press the V ent Fan pad a third time to turn the fan off. When the microwave is on, the vent fan will automatically turn on at low fan speed, stay on while the microwave is ope[...]

Other Featur es Y our Model May Have 29 How to Use the Shelf When Microwaving Food microwaves best when placed on the turntable or on the shelf in the lower position. NOTE: Only use the shelf when reheating on more than one level. Do not store the shelf inside the oven cavity . Use the lower shelf supports when cooking one oblong or oversized dish.[...]

30 Helpful Information Micr owave T er ms Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the microwave walls. • 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 [...]

31 Car e and Cleaning An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. NOTE: Be certain the power is off before cleaning any part of this oven. Helpful Hints 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 clot[...]

Helpful Information Car e and Cleaning 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 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[...]

Light Bulb Replacement 33 1 T o replace the bulb(s), first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug. 2 Remove the screw at the front of the light cover and lower the cover . 3 Be sure the bulb(s) to be replaced are cool before removing. After breaking the adhesive seal, remove the bulb by gently turning. Repla[...]

Helpful Information The Exhaust Featur e 34 The vent fan has a metal reusable grease filter . Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter . The V ent Fan Charcoal Filter (on some models) Reusable Grease Filter (on all models) The reusable grease filter traps grease released by foods on the cooktop. It also prevents fla[...]

35 If the model is not vented to the outside, the air will be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that helps remove smoke and odors. The charcoal filter should be replaced when it is noticeably dirty or discolored (usually after 6–12 months, depending on hood usage). See “Optional Kits,” page 9, for more information. The charcoa[...]

If Something Goes Wrong Befor e Y ou Call For Ser vice Oven will not start Floor of the oven is warm, even when the oven has not been used “LOC” appears on display V ent fan will not turn off “BAD PROBE” appears on display “PLEASE INSERT PROBE “ appears on display “SENSOR ERROR” appears on display Problem Possible Cause What to Do A[...]

37 • Moisture on the oven door and walls while cooking. Wipe the moisture off with a paper towel or soft cloth. • Moisture between the oven door panels when cooking certain foods. Moisture should dissipate shortly after cooking is finished. • Steam or vapor escaping from around the door . • Light reflection around door or outer case. • Di[...]

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ge.com 800.626.2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their 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. Instr uctions contained in this manual cover procedures to be perf[...]

Printed in Malaysia LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, GE will replace any part in the microwave oven that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty , GE will provide, free of charge , all labor and related service costs to replace the defective part. ***************[...]