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Operating Instructions
Convenience Features . . . . . . 13-15
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Oven Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 17
Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Time Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-12
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Things That Are Normal . . . . . . . . 20
Consumer Support
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Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # __________________
Serial # ___________________
You can find them on a label inside the
oven .
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350A4502P762
Owner's Manual
JE1140
29-5954
07-14 ATS

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    GEAppliances.ca Safety Instructions . . . . . . . .2–6 Owner’s Manual Operating Instructions JE1140 Convenience Features . . . . . . 13–15 Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Oven Features .
  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! 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...
  • Page 3 GEAppliances.ca WARNING! ARCING If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven . n Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins or gold- Arcing is caused by: rimmed dishes, in the microwave . n Metal or foil touching the side of the oven .
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven n Cookware may become hot because of heat is suitable for microwaving . Most glass casseroles, transferred from the heated food . Pot holders may cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery be needed to handle the cookware .
  • Page 5 GEAppliances.ca GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING —Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. This appliance must be grounded . in the event of an if the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of it is your personal responsibility and obligation electric shock by providing an escape wire to have it replaced with a properly grounded...
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! 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. If an extension cord is used—...
  • Page 7: Oven Features

    About the features of your microwave oven. GEAppliances.ca Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1000 Watts Features of the Oven Door Latch Release. Press latch release to Door Latches. open door . Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows Removable Turntable.
  • Page 8: Convenience Features

    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 Reheat Beverage Vegetable Time Power Auto Time Cook Level Defrost Defrost Express Cook Timer Clock Clear Start...
  • Page 9: Power Levels

    GEAppliances.ca Rest periods (when the microwave energy Changing the Power Level Time Power cycles off) give time for the food to “equalize” Cook Level or transfer heat to the inside The power level must be entered or of the food. An example of this is shown with changed after entering the time for power level 3—the defrost cycle.
  • Page 10: Time Features

    About the time features. Time Cook Time Cook Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds . HI power level (10) is automatically set, but Express Cook you may change it for more flexibility. Press TIME COOK .
  • Page 11 GEAppliances.ca Pre-set Meals Feature (on some models) Allows you to microwave healthy food choices by servings . HI (10) power level is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. Express Cook Press PRE-SET MEALS pad . enter the food code . See Cooking guide for Pre-set Meals below for codes .
  • Page 12 About the convenience features. Time Defrost (on some models) Time Allows you to defrost for a selected length Defrosting Tips Defrost of time . See the defrosting guide for n Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be suggested times . (Auto Defrost explained in defrosted in the package .
  • Page 13 GEAppliances.ca Popcorn Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1 . 7 5 ounces (50 g) or larger than 3 . 0 to 3 . 5 ounces 3 .
  • Page 14 About the convenience features. Beverage Beverage Drinks heated with the Beverage feature To use the Beverage feature: may be very hot. Remove the container Press BEVERAGE pad . The microwave will with care. automatically be set to heat an 4 ounce (118 mL) beverage .
  • Page 15 GEAppliances.ca Potato (on some models) Potato To use the Potato feature: Repeatedly press the POTATO pad for 1-4 servings . The oven will start immediately . Vegetable (on some models) Vegetable To use the Vegetable feature: . Press VEGETABLE pad . enter the vegetable code .
  • Page 16: Other Features

    About the other features. Clock (12 Hour Clock) Clock Press to enter the time of day . Express Cook Press CLOCK. enter time of day . Press CLOCK . Start Pause Pause Start START/PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display . Pause Press START/PAUSE again to restart the oven .
  • Page 17 GEAppliances.ca Timer Timer This pad performs the following functions: n it operates as a minute timer . n it can be used as a hold setting after defrosting . How to Use as a Minute Timer The Timer operates without microwave energy. Press TIMER.
  • Page 18: Microwave Terms

    Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven . Arcing is caused by: n metal or foil touching the side of the oven . n foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas) . n metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes .
  • Page 19: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. GEAppliances.ca 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 and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel;...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting Tips

    Troubleshooting Tips. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Oven will not start A fuse in your home may be • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Power surge. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in. Plug not fully inserted into wall •...
  • Page 21 Notes. GEAppliances.ca...
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  • Page 23: Warranty

    GE MICROWAVE OVEN WARRANTY GEAppliances.ca Staple your receipt here. proof All warranty service provided by our Factory Service centers, or an of the original purchase date is authorized customer care® technician during normal working hours. needed to obtain service under For service, call 1-800-561-3344.
  • Page 24: Service Telephone Numbers

    Service Telephone Numbers. In-home repair Service 1-800-561-3344 Expert Mabe repair service is only a phone call away. product Satisfaction if you are not satisfied with the service you receive from Mabe, follow these steps . First, contact the people who serviced your appliance . Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details– including your phone number–to: Manager, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada inc .

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