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- Page 1 GE Appliances Owner’s Manual JES1851 ® GE Answer Center 800.626.2000 Part No. 164D3370P091 Pub. No. 49-40094 4-99 JR 3828W5A1198...
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Page 2: Precautions To Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy, follow basic precautions, including the following. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use. Read and follow the specific precautions in the... - Page 3 Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power...
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Page 4: Arcing
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,... -
Page 5: Foods
SUPERHEATED WATER 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 or tea bag is put into it. -
Page 6: Microwave-Safe Cookware
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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. - Page 7 “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.
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Page 8: Grounding Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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 circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. -
Page 9: Adapter Plugs
ADAPTER PLUGS 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 codes permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two- prong wall receptacle by the use of a... -
Page 10: Extension Cords
Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them. If an extension cord is used— 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. WARNING! The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;... - Page 11 Read and follow this Safety Information carefully. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 12 Congratulations! You Are Now Part of the GE Family. Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.
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Page 13: Table Of Contents
GE & You, A Service Partnership. Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tell you we stand behind our products with unmatched quality service. However, did you know that most questions result from simple problems that you can easily fix yourself in just a few minutes? This Owner’s Manual can tell you how. -
Page 14: Features Of Your Microwave Oven
About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1100 Watts Features of the Oven NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven. -
Page 15: Cooking Controls
You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature. AUTO/TIME DEF. TIME COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK 30 SEC. POWER LEVEL Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press AUTO/TIME DEF. - Page 16 Select desired power level 1–10. 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.
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Page 17: Time Features
About the time features. TIME COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK DISPLAY ON/OFF START PAUSE Time Cook Time 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. - Page 18 About the time features. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package Beans (fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half (frozen green) 10-oz. package (frozen lima) 10-oz.
- Page 19 Vegetable Amount Corn (frozen kernel) 10-oz. package Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears (frozen) 1 ear 2 to 6 ears Mixed vegetables (frozen) 10-oz. package Peas (fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. unshelled (frozen) 10-oz. package Potatoes (fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes white) (6 to 8 oz.
- Page 20 About the time features. AUTO/TIME DEF. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK DISPLAY ON/OFF START PAUSE 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 auto feature section.) Press AUTO/TIME DEF.
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Page 21: Defrosting Guide
Defrosting Guide Food Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 3 to 7 min. Fruit Plastic pouch—1 or 2 (10-oz. package) Meat Bacon (1 lb.) Franks (1 lb.) -
Page 22: Time Features
About the time features. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK 30 SEC. 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. - Page 23 About the auto feature. AUTO/TIME DEF. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK DISPLAY ON/OFF START PAUSE Guide Auto Defrost The Auto/Time Defrost feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press AUTO/TIME DEF. once for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost.
- Page 24 Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.
- Page 25 POPCORN EXPRESS COOK (less time) (more time) Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces. BEVERAGE 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.
- Page 26 About the sensor features. REHEAT EXPRESS COOK (less time) (more time) How to Change the Automatic Settings To reduce time by 10%: Press 1 after the feature pad. To add 10% to cooking time: Press 9 after the feature pad. Reheat The Reheat feature reheats single servings of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers.
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Page 27: Baked Potato
BAKED POTATO EXPRESS COOK (less time) (more time) How to Change the Automatic Settings To reduce time by 10%: Press 1 after the feature pad. To add 10% to cooking time: Press 9 after the feature pad. VEGETABLE EXPRESS COOK (less time) (more time) How to Change the... -
Page 28: Other Features
About the other features. HELP Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display FOOD IS READY and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF. CLOCK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK... - Page 29 REMINDER EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK DISPLAY ON/OFF AM/ PM SCROLL SPEED Reminder The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock, and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating.
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Page 30: Other Features
About the other features. CLEAR SOUND TIMER EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK DISPLAY ON/OFF DISPLAY ON/OFF Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. -
Page 31: Microwave Terms
Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is Arcing 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. -
Page 32: Care And Cleaning
Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. 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 this oven. - Page 33 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.
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Page 34: Troubleshooting Tips
Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. 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... - Page 35 Problem “SENSOR ERROR” appears on display “LOCKED” appears in display Food amount too large for Sensor Reheat Possible Causes During Popcorn, Reheat, Beverage, Baked Potato, or Vegetable program, the door was opened before steam could be detected. Steam was not detected in maximum amount of time.
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Page 36: Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
Before you call for service… Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven 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. - Page 37 Notes.
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Page 39: Warranty
For each of the above warranties: To avoid any trip charges, you must take the microwave oven to a General Electric Customer Care available, but you must pay for the service technician’s travel costs to your home. -
Page 40: Service Telephone Numbers
Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Special Needs Service 800.626.2000 TDD 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier- free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. Service Contracts 800-626-2224 Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount.