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Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . .31, 32
Changing the Power Level . . . .16
Convenience Features . . . .23-26
Features of Your
Microwave Oven . . . . . . . .12-15
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . .30
Other Features . . . . . . . . . .27-29
Time Features . . . . . . . . . .17-22
With Your Microwave Oven . . .34
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
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Owner's Manual
JES1246
164D3370P257
49-40323
02-03 JR
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Safety Instructions ..2–11 Owner’s Manual Operating Instructions JES1246 Care and Cleaning ..31, 32 Changing the Power Level ..16 Convenience Features ..23–26 Features of Your Microwave Oven . -
Page 2: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. 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... - Page 3 Do not store this appliance section of this manual. outdoors. Do not use this product near water—for GE does not support any example, in a wet basement, servicing of the microwave. near a swimming pool, near We strongly recommend that a sink or in similar locations.
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Page 4: Microwave Oven
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! ARCING If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry for sparks in the oven. Arcing pins, or gold-rimmed dishes, is caused by: in the microwave. - Page 5 www.GEAppliances.com SUPERHEATED WATER Avoid heating baby food in glass jars, even with the lid off. Liquids, such as water, coffee or Make sure all infant food is tea are able to be overheated thoroughly cooked. Stir food beyond the boiling point without to distribute the heat evenly.
- Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used in Do not use recycled paper your microwave oven is suitable products. Recycled paper for microwaving. Most glass towels, napkins and waxed casseroles, cooking dishes, paper can contain metal flecks measuring cups, custard cups, which may cause arcing or...
- Page 7 www.GEAppliances.com “Boilable” cooking pouches Plastic cookware—Plastic and tightly closed plastic bags cookware designed for should be slit, pierced or microwave cooking is very vented as directed by package. useful, but should be used If they are not, plastic could carefully. Even microwave-safe burst during or immediately plastic may not be as tolerant after cooking, possibly...
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Page 8: Grounding Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! 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
www.GEAppliances.com ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently. Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly (Adapter plugs not recommend against the use of an adapter permitted in Canada) plug. However, if you still elect to use Align large prongs/slots an adapter, where local codes permit,... -
Page 10: Extension Cords
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 11: Save These Instructions
www.GEAppliances.com READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS... - Page 12 About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1100 Watts...
- Page 13 www.GEAppliances.com Features of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. Convenience Guide. Touch Control Panel Display. Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door. Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven.
- Page 14 About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Time Features Convenience Features TIME COOK REHEAT POPCORN BEVERAGE POTATO TIME COOK DEFROST 30 SEC.
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Page 15: Cooking Controls
www.GEAppliances.com Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press Enter TIME COOK Amount of cooking time Press once or twice TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time 30 SEC. Starts immediately! EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately! POWER LEVEL Power level 1–10 Convenience Features Press... - Page 16 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 POWER LEVEL level may also be changed during time countdown. Press TIME COOK or TIME DEFROST. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
- Page 17 About the time features. www.GEAppliances.com Time Cook Time Cook I TIME Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes COOK and 99 seconds. Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK 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 Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 5 to 8 min., In 1 ⁄ -qt. oblong glass baking Med-High (7) dish, place 1/4 cup water. (frozen spears) 10-oz.
- Page 19 www.GEAppliances.com Vegetable Amount Time Comments Corn (frozen kernel) In 1-qt. casserole, place 10-oz. package 2 to 6 min. 2 tablespoons water. Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears to 4 min. In 2-qt. glass baking dish, place per ear corn.
- Page 20 About the time features. Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. TIME DEFROST Press TIME DEFROST. Enter defrosting time. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Press START. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Power level is automatically set at 3, but can be changed.
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Page 21: Defrosting Guide
www.GEAppliances.com Defrosting Guide Food Time 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. - Page 22 About the time features. Express Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1–6 minutes. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Press one of the Express Cook pads (from 1 to 6) for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
- Page 23 About the convenience features. www.GEAppliances.com Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using Time Cook POPCORN 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 a 3.5 ounce package of EXPRESS COOK popcorn, twice for a 3.0 ounce package, or three...
- Page 24 About the convenience features. Reheat The Reheat feature reheats many previously cooked foods. REHEAT Press REHEAT. Select food type 1–6 for one serving (see Reheat EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Guide below). For food types 1–5, press 2 or 3 to reheat 2 or 3 servings.
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Page 25: Cook Guide
www.GEAppliances.com Cook The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods. COOK Press COOK. Select food type 1–8 (see the Cook Guide below). EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Enter weight in ounces. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK... - Page 26 About the convenience features. Auto Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. AUTO DEFROST Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish.
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Page 27: About The Other Features
About the other features. www.GEAppliances.com Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF. Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of CLOCK day while microwaving. - Page 28 About the other features. 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 STOP for about three seconds. When the control panel is CLEAR CLEAR locked, LOC will be displayed.
- Page 29 www.GEAppliances.com Timer This pad performs three functions: TIMER It operates as a minute timer. It can be set to delay cooking. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting. The Timer operates without microwave energy. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
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Page 30: Microwave Terms
Microwave terms. Term Definition 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-rimmed dishes. - Page 31 Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. www.GEAppliances.com 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 32 Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. 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.
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Page 33: Troubleshooting Tips
Troubleshooting Tips. www.GEAppliances.com Problem Possible Causes What To 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. •... -
Page 34: Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
Troubleshooting Tips. 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. Dull thumping sound while oven is operating. - Page 35 Return the product to the retail of the defect. location where it was purchased. What GE Will Not Cover: Customer instruction. This owner’s Replacement of house fuses or manual provides information resetting of circuit breakers.
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Page 36: Consumer Support
800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Contact Us www.GEAppliances.com If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations...