GE JES1033 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Automatic Cooking Other Features Helpful Information Care and Cleaning If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service GE Service Numbers Warranty GE Answer Center ® 800.626.2000 GE Appliances 49-40044-1 164D3370P044-1 3828W5A0660 Model: JES1033 Microwave Oven Owner’s Manual Back Cover...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING FOR YOUR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE 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.
  • Page 3 Welcome Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service. Start Here!…Before using your Microwave Need Help? Help us help you 800.626.2000 Before you call for service, there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better.
  • Page 4 To reduce the risk of fire, burns, electric shock, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following sections. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use. • Read and follow the specific “Precautions to...
  • Page 5: Save These Instructions

    • Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. • Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance. •...
  • Page 6: Special Notes About Microwaving

    • Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers—for example, closed jars—will explode and should not be heated in this microwave oven. Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury. • Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure...
  • Page 7 • Spontaneous boiling— Under certain special circumstances, liquids may start to boil during or shortly after removal from the microwave oven. To prevent burns from splashing liquid, we recommend the following: before removing the container from the oven,...
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING 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 9: Grounding Instructions

    • Use foil only as directed in this guide. TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than 3/4² high; remove the top foil cover and return the tray to the box. When using foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1 inch away from the sides of the oven.
  • Page 10: Adapter Plugs

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ADAPTER PLUGS (Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada) Align large prongs/slots Ensure proper ground and firm connection TEMPORARY before use. METHOD Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently. Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the...
  • Page 11: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Features of Your Microwave (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) Features JES1033—1000 Watts 1 Door Latches. 2 Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.
  • Page 12: The Controls On Your Microwave

    Quick Start The Controls on 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 Press TIME COOK (Press once, twice, or three times) 30 SEC.
  • Page 13: Convenience Features

    GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you begin, check the guide located on the inside front of the oven when you open the door. Convenience Features Press POPCORN BEVERAGE PIZZA FRESH VEG. POTATO FOOD PLATE AUTO WT. DEF. BAKED GOODS Enter 3.5 oz., 3.0 oz., or 1.75 oz. package. 1 cup (8 oz.) or 2 cups (16 oz.) beverage 1–3 slices 1–4 cups...
  • Page 14: Changing Power Levels

    5 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. Power level Hi or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100% power.
  • Page 15: Time Cooking

    Time Features Time Cook TIME COOK Time Cook allows you to program up to three different cooking stages. In addition, you can also set one Auto Weight Defrost stage for a total of four stages. See the Auto Weight Defrost section for instructions on how to set Auto Weight Defrost.
  • Page 16 Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level Hi 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 17 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 7 to 10 min. (frozen) 10-oz. package Potatoes (fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes...
  • Page 18: Automatic Cooking

    Operating Instructions Time Features 30 Seconds 30 SEC Convenience Features Popcorn Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces. Pizza The 30 Second feature is a quick way to set 30 seconds of cooking time. Each touch will add 30 seconds up to 3 minutes;...
  • Page 19 Beverage Potato Food Plate The Beverage feature works best for heating a beverage that is at room temperature. Press BEVERAGE once for 1 cup (8 oz.), or twice for 2 cups (16 oz.). The oven starts automatically. Beverages heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot.
  • Page 20: Fresh Vegetable

    Operating Instructions Convenience Features Fresh Vegetable Baked Goods Use the Fresh Vegetable feature to cook up to 4 cups of fresh vegetables. Press FRESH VEG. once to cook 1 cup of vegetables, twice to cook 2 cups, three times to cook 3 cups, or four times to cook 4 cups.
  • Page 21: Auto Weight Defrost

    Auto Weight Defrost * * * AUTO WT. DEF. 1 Press AUTO WT. DEF. 1–3 times to select the desired defrosting category (see Auto Weight Defrost Guide at right). 2 Using the Conversion Guide at right, enter food weight. For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces).
  • Page 22: Other Features

    Operating Instructions Other Features Clock CLOCK Options OPTIONS Press CLOCK to enter the time of day. This pad performs three functions: • It turns the oven beeper off. • It changes the Convenience features from automatic start to manual start. •...
  • Page 23 More Time/Less Time Timer TIMER These pads will work with Time Cook or the Convenience cooking features (except Auto Weight Defrost). The Timer operates as a minute timer. 1 Press TIMER. 2 Enter amount of time you want to count down. 3 Press START.
  • Page 24 Operating Instructions Other Features Stop/Clear Child Lock-Out Press once to pause cooking (all settings will be saved). Press START to continue cooking. You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. Press twice to stop and erase your cooking settings.
  • Page 25: Helpful Information

    Helpful Information 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).
  • Page 26: Care And Cleaning

    Helpful Information Care and Cleaning Helpful Hints How to Clean the Inside 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. Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door...
  • Page 27: How To Clean

    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.
  • Page 28: If Something Goes Wrong

    AUTO WT. DEF. What to Do • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in. • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet.
  • Page 29 Things That Are Normal • 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 30: Ge Service Numbers

    7 days a week. We provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. GE offers a brochure to assist in planning a barrier- free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. With a multiple-year service contract, you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.
  • Page 31 Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to: Consumer Relations GE Appliances Louisville, KY 40225 Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally...
  • Page 32 Notes...
  • Page 33 Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered. You can rest easy, knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs. Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at for more information.
  • Page 34 Model Number Model Number Year Read your Owner’s Manual carefully. It will help you operate your new appliance properly. If you have questions, or need more information call the GE Answer Center ® 800.626.2000. Serial Number Cut here Serial Number...
  • Page 35 Notes...
  • Page 36: Warranty

    • Damage to product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God. If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 4022 Printed in China 12-97 CG JES1033...

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