GE JTP85 Use And Care Manual page 11

MICROWAVE OVEN CONTROL AND TIMER
Timer
The timer serves three functions; a kitchen timer, sets
a delay start time and sets a hold or standing time.
How to Set the Timer
1. Press KITCHEN TIMER
KITCHEN
MIN/SEC.
TIMER
MIN/SEC
2. Press the number pads to set the time. For example,
to enter 2 minutes and 45 seconds, touch 2, 4 and 5
in that order.
If you make a mistake, press CLEAR/OFF once, then
press KITCHEN TIMER MIN/SEC to begin again.
Using a Holding Time
The KITCHEN TIMER MIN/SEC can also be used to set a holding time
between microwave cooking functions. The time can range from one
second up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. A holding or standing time may be
found in some recipes or cookbooks.
Power Level
By using POWER LEVEL you can change the power
level for cooking and defrosting. Most cooking uses
Power Level High but you may choose the level you
prefer.
To cook by a power level:
1. Press POWER LEVEL from
POWER LEVEL 1 to 6 times depending on the
level you require. See the
Power Level Chart.
2. Press the number pads to set the length of cooking
time.
3. Press START.
START
Add 30 Seconds
The ADD 30 SECONDS pad provides a convenient
way to extend cooking time by 30 seconds while the
oven timer is counting down. It will add 30 seconds to
the time shown each time the pad is pressed.
You may program the microwave timer to time
cooking or other household activities for up to 99
minutes and 99 seconds. The timer does not turn on
microwave energy.
3. Press START.
START
You will see the countdown in the display. When time
is up, the oven control signals. The display shows
"Enjoy your meal" and then goes blank.
NOTE: The minute/second timer is independent of all
the other functions and it does not control the oven.
The CLEAR/OFF pad can be pressed once to stop the
countdown and a second time to clear the display.
Power Level Chart
Press Power Level
Once HIGH
Twice DEFROST
3 times MEDIUM HIGH
4 times MEDIUM
5 times MEDIUM LOW
6 times LOW
Changing or Canceling a Function
If you have set a function and change your mind,
press CLEAR/OFF twice to cancel your settings.
%Power
100%
30%
70%
55%
30%
10%
11