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Page 1: Table Of Contents
The Controls on Your Microwave Time Cooking Automatic Cooking Other Features Oven Shelf Helpful Information Microwave Terms Care and Cleaning If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service GE Service Numbers Warranty GE Appliances 1000 Watts Models: JVM1650 JVM1651 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 Before you call for service, there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better.
- Page 4 INFORMATION BEFORE USING WARNING When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges. This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
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Page 5: Save These Instructions
• As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children. • Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation. -
Page 6: Special Notes About Microwaving
Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury. • Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure... - Page 7 — Do not use straight- sided containers with narrow necks. — After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. — Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
- 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 3/4″ 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″ away from the sides of the oven. THE VENT...
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Page 10: Grounding Instructions
Filter Kits JX81A—Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be vented to the outside. Available at extra cost from your GE supplier. -
Page 11: Operating Instructions
8 Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning. 9 Convenience Guide. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave 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, temperature, or with the convenience features. Time Features Time Cooking Press TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) -
Page 13: Convenience Features
HELP Press this pad and any feature pad for usage instructions and tips. Convenience Features Press COOK SNACKS DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press once) Sensor Features Press POPCORN BEVERAGE REHEAT POTATO VEGETABLE Press once (fresh vegetables) Press twice (frozen vegetables) Press three times (canned vegetables) GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you begin, check the guide located on the... -
Page 14: Changing Power Levels
1–10. 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. High (power level 10) or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100% power. -
Page 15: Time Cooking
Time Features Time Cook 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Change power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level 1–10.) 4 Press START. Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. - Page 16 Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook I & II 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 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 9 to 12 min. (frozen) 10-oz. package Potatoes (fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes...
- Page 18 Operating Instructions Time Features Time Defrost 1 Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME twice. 2 Enter defrosting time. 3 Press START. 4 Turn food over when the oven signals. 5 Press START. (Auto Defrost explained in the section on Convenience Features.) Allows you to defrost for the length of time you select.
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Page 19: Defrosting Guide
Defrosting Guide Food Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) Fruit Plastic pouch—1 to 2 (10-oz. package) Meat Bacon (1 lb.) Franks (1 lb.) Ground meat (1 lb.) Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork Steaks, chops and cutlets... -
Page 20: Express Cook
Operating Instructions Time Features Express Cook Add 30 Seconds 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. For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time. - Page 21 Convenience Features Snacks Snacks Guide Food Type 1 Bread, rolls, muffins 2 Sandwiches 3 Pizza (leftover slices) 4 Dessert toppings 5 Soup 6 Cheese dip The Snacks feature automatically sets the microwaving times and power levels to warm a variety of snack foods. 1 Press SNACKS.
- Page 22 Operating Instructions Convenience Features Cook Cook Guide Food Type 1 Canned Vegetables 2 Frozen Vegetables 3 Fresh Vegetables 4 Potatoes 5 Fish 6 Chicken Pieces 7 Ground Meat (beef, pork, turkey) 8 Bacon 9 Pizza (frozen, microwaveable) The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods.
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Page 23: Auto Defrost
Auto Defrost 1 Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME once. 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). 3 Press START. (Time Defrost is explained in the Time Features section.) The Defrost Auto/Time feature gives you two ways... -
Page 24: Automatic Cooking
• 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 NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when cooking popcorn. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. Beverage NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely...
- Page 26 Operating Instructions Sensor Features Reheat 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. NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when using the Reheat feature.
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Page 27: Sensor Cooking
Sensor Cooking NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf with Sensor Cooking. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. Cooking Guide Food Type Canned Vegetables Frozen Vegetables Fresh Vegetables Potatoes... -
Page 28: Other Features
Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Help Cooking Complete Reminder Clock/Calendar The HELP pad displays feature information and helpful hints. Press HELP, then select a feature pad. To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display “FOOD IS READY”... -
Page 29: Scroll Speed
Scroll Speed Display On/Off Delay Start The scroll speed of the display can be changed. Press and hold the AM/PM pad about 3 seconds to bring up the display. Select 1–5 for slow to fast scroll speed. To turn the clock display off, press and hold 0 for about three seconds. - Page 30 Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Timer On/Off Start/Pause Reminder Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating. 1 Press TIMER ON/OFF. 2 Enter time you want to count down.
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Page 31: Automatic Fan
Child Lock-Out Turntable Vent Fan Automatic Fan You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. It can be turned off for large dishes. Press TURNTABLE to turn the turntable on or off. -
Page 32: Beeper Volume
Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Surface Light Beeper Volume Auto Nite Light Press to turn the surface light on or off. The beeper sound level can be adjusted. Press BEEPER VOLUME. Choose 0–3 for mute to loud. You can set the night light to turn on and off automatically at any time... -
Page 33: Oven Shelf
Shelf How to Use the Shelf When Microwaving • Make sure the shelf is positioned properly inside the microwave to prevent damage to the oven from arcing. • Do not use a microwave browning dish on the shelf. The shelf could overheat. - Page 34 Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Shelf and Reheating • To reheat on 2 levels • To reheat 2 dishes on the lower level: 1 Multiply reheat time by 1 2 Switch places after 1/2 the time. • To reheat on 3 levels 1 Double the reheating time.
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Page 35: Helpful Information
Helpful Information Microwave Terms Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the microwave walls. • metal or foil touching the side of the oven. •... -
Page 36: Care And Cleaning
Helpful Information Care and Cleaning Helpful Hints How to Clean the Inside An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. NOTE: Be certain the power is off before cleaning any part of this oven. Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door... -
Page 37: How To Clean The Outside
We recommend against using cleaners with ammonia or alcohol, as they can damage the appearance of the microwave oven. If you choose to use a common household cleaner, first apply the cleaner directly to a clean cloth, then wipe the soiled area. -
Page 38: Light Bulb Replacement
Light Bulb Replacement Cooktop Light/ Night Light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your GE supplier. Oven Light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your GE supplier. 1 To replace the bulb(s),... -
Page 39: The Exhaust Feature
The Exhaust Feature The Vent Fan Reusable Grease Filters Removing and Cleaning the Filter The vent fan has 2 metal reusable grease filters. The metal filters trap grease released by foods on the cooktop. They also prevent flames from foods on the cooktop from damaging the inside of the microwave. - Page 40 Charcoal Filter (on some models) The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must be replaced. Order Part No. WB02X9883 from your GE supplier. To Remove Charcoal Filter To Install Charcoal Filter If the model is not vented to the outside, the air will...
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Page 41: If Something Goes Wrong
Reheat recommended foods. 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. • This is normal. - Page 42 If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service 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.
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Page 46: Ge Service Numbers
Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any... - Page 47 Parts and Accessories www.GEAppliances.com 800.626.2002 Register Your Appliance www.GEAppliances.com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home. (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.) Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.
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Page 48: Warranty
• Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance. • Damage caused after delivery. If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager—Customer Relations, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 4022 Printed in Korea ® servicers JVM1650 JVM1651...