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Part No. 164D337OP02_ Pub.No 49-40025

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  • Page 1 GEAppliances JE1250 JE1550 Part No. 164D337OP02_ Pub.No 49-40025...

  • Page 2: Excessive M Icrowaveenergy

    IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFORE USING. A, WARNING! For yoursafety, t he informationin this manualmustbe followed to minimizethe risk offire or explosion, electric shock,or topreventproperty damage,personalinjury,or loss of life. PRECAUTIONS TOAVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TOEXCESSIVE MICROWAVE E NERGY Do Not Attempt to operate Do Not Operate the oven if it this oven with the door open is damaged.
  • Page 3 Usethis applianceonlyforils intended purposeas describedin this Owner's Manual. To reduce the risk of fire in _ Do not mount this appliance over a sink. the oven cavity: _ Do not mount the microwave -- Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance oven over or near any portion...

  • Page 4: Arcing

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS 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, for sparks in the oven. Arcing poultry pins, or gold-rimmed is caused dishes, in the microwave.
  • Page 5 _, SUPERHEATED WATER _* Spontaneous boiling-Under certain special circumstances, Microwaved water and other liquids may start to boil liquidsdonot always bubble during or shortly after when they reach the boiling removal from the microwave point Theycan actuallyget oven. To prevent burns from superheated and notbubble...
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWA VE-SAFE C OOKWARE 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...

  • Page 7: Microwave-Safe Cookware

    Plastic cookware-Plastic _ "Boilable" cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags cookware designed for should be slit, pierced or microwave cooking is very vented as directed useful, but should be used package. If they are not, carefully. Even microwave- plastic could burst during or safe plastic may not be as immediately after cooking,...
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. [, WARNING! Improperuse of thegrounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. GROUNDING I NSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing escape...

  • Page 9: Adapterp/Ugs

    ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance's power cord will be disconnected infrequently. Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the usa of an adapter plug. However, if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes permit, TEMPORARY CONNECTIONmay be...

  • Page 10: Extension Cords

    IMPORTANTSAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! EXTENSION C ORDS 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- The marked...
  • Page 11 REMEMBER... Yourcontinuedhealth and safety are important to us. Please read and follow this Safety Information carefully. We want you to remain a happy and healthy part of our GEfamily. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 12 Congratulations! YouAre Now Part of the GEFamily. Welcome to the GE family. We're proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing !!!_i dependable service. You'll see it in this easy-to-use Owner's Manual and you'll hear it in the friendly...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    SafetyIMotmation Precautions to Avoid GE& You, Possible Exposure to A ServicePartnership. Excessive M icrowaveEnergy...2 SafetyPrecautions ..2, 3 Arcing..... Ask any GEappliance owner and they will Foods....tell you we stand behindour products with unmatchedqualityservice. However,did Microwave-Safe Cookware. .6, 7 you know that mostquestionsresult from Grounding Instructions..
  • Page 14 About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your mode/. l O00 Watts Features of the Oven DoorLatches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.
  • Page 15 Youcan microwavebytime,withthe sensorfeaturesor with the autofeature. .most I IE]_PIIESll L_OK I-II I, ll zi[31 DEFROST Wi ]10""1 AUTO/TIMEJ Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. 1_me Features Enter Press Amount of cooking time TIME COOK Pressonceor twice Amount of defrosting time DEFROSTAUTO/TIME Presstwice Starts immediately!

  • Page 16: Changing Powerlevel

    About changing the power level The power level may be entered or changed time for TIME immediately after entering the feature CO01( TIME DEFROSTer F_JD_ESS COOK The power level may also be changed during time countdown. u_ml_ [][][] Press TIME COOKer select Time Defrost Enter cooking or defrosting time.

  • Page 17: Time Features

    About the time features. TimeCook time Cook I COOK TIME Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes _U',4 and 99 seconds. Power level 10 (High)is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. Press TIME COOg Enter cooking time.
  • Page 18 About the time features. CookingGuide for time Cook NOTE: U sepowerlevelHigh(10)unlessotherwise noted. Amount Tree Comments Asparagus (freshspears) llb. 5to8min., In 1V_qt. oblong glass baking Med-I-Iigh (7) dish, place 1/4 cup water. (frozenspears) lO-oz.package 4to7zx_-z. Inl-qt. casserole. Beans I lb. cutin half lOto 15min.
  • Page 19 Amount Time Comments (frozen kernel) 2 to 6 rain. 10-oz. pac_l_age In l-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. Corn on the cob I to 5ears 1V, to 4min. (fresh) In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place com. If corn is in per ear husk, use no water;...
  • Page 20 About the time features. 77meDefrost DEFROST] Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See AUTO/TIMEJ (Auto Defrost the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. explained in the About the auto feature section.) Press DEFROST AUTO[17MEtwice. [][][] Enter defrosting time.
  • Page 21 9efrosting Guide ITme Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns ar rolls (I piece) ]/4 rain. Sweet rolls (approx. 12oz.) 2 to 4 rain. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (I lb.) 6 to 9 rain. Shellfisl_smallpieces(71b.) 3 to 7 min. Place block in casserole. Turn over and break up after half the time.
  • Page 22 About the time features. Express Cook EXFgF_ €OOKt4 This is a quick way to set cooking time for I-6 minutes. Press one of the Express Cook pads (fi'om 1 to 6) at powerlevel 10. For for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking example, press...

  • Page 23: Auto Feature

    About the auto feature. Auto Defrost The Defrost Aute/Fime feature gives you two ways to Press DEFROSTAUTOflTMEonce defrost frozen foods. for Auto Defroster twice for Time Defrost mN_t I' II2113 I Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. ,11, '1151'1 Use rtme Defrost for most other frozen foods.

  • Page 24: Sensorfeatures

    About the sensor features. HumiditySensor The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity cooking. released during The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food. The proper containers and covers are essential best sensor cooking. Covered Always use microwave-safe containers and cover them...
  • Page 25 Popcorn POPCORN To use the Popcorn feature: ! Follow package instructions, using lime Cookifthe package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger than ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave. (lesstime) (moretime) Useonlywithprepackaged _._i Press POPCORN. The oven starts immediately. microwave popcorn w eighing 175to3 5 ounces.
  • Page 26 About the sensor features. Reheat The Reheat feature reheats single servings of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers. Place covered food in the oven. Press REHEAT The oven starts immediately. (less time) (more time) The oven signals when steam is sensed and the dme remaining begins counting down.
  • Page 27 PMa_ The Potato feature cooks 1/2-2 lbs. of potatoes. !_,=_ P ierce skin with fork and place potatoes on the turntable. I£ cooking three or more potatoes, arrange in a star pattern. (less time) (more time) Press POTATO. The oven starts immediately. How to Change the oven signals when steam is sensed and the time Automatic Se_ings...

  • Page 28: Otherfeatures

    About the other features. The HELPpad displays feature information and helpful hints. Press HEI.I_, t hen select a feature pad. Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display FOOD IS REAOgand beep once a minute...
  • Page 29 Reminder The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock, and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating. The Reminder time can be set up to 24 1'1121131 hours later. 1411 llsl 1 1181191 Enter the time you want the oven to remind you.
  • Page 30 About the other features. ChildLock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. press and hold CLEAR/OFF To lock or unlock the controls, for about three seconds. When the control panel locked, an L will be displayed to the extreme...

  • Page 31: Microwaveterms

    Microwave terms. 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. _I foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas), metal such as twist-ties, poultry...

  • Page 32: Careandcleaning

    Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. Helpful Hints Open the oven door a few minutes after cooking to air out the inside. An occasional thorough wiping with a soludon of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of this ove_ How to Clean the Inside Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door...
  • Page 33 How to Clean the Outside Do not use cleanerscontainingammoniaor alcoholonthe microwave oven.Ammoniaoralcoholcon damagethe appearanceofthe microwave. C85e Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth. Rinse and then dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth. Control Panel and Door Wipe with a damp cloth.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting Lips Beforeyou Callforservice

    Before you call for service... Troubleshoo_'ngtips Save 6me and money! Reviewthe charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. _ _ a_ ,¸,_ What To Do Oven will not start A fuse in your home Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.

  • Page 35: Thingsthatare Normal With Yourmicrowaveoven

    Possible Causes What ToDo "LOCKED" appears in The control has been Press and hold CLEAR/OFF display locked. (Whexz the control for about three seconds panelis locked an L will unlock the control. be displayed.) Food amount too large Use Time Cook for large Sensor Reheat is for single for Sensor Reheat...
  • Page 36 Notes...
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  • Page 38 Notes...
  • Page 39 From the date of the this full defect in materials or workmanship. During original purchase one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all (JEt550 model only) labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.
  • Page 40 In-Home Repair Service BOO-GE-CARES (800-432-2737) Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. SpecialNeedsService s00.6262000 TDD800-TDD-GEAC(800-893-4322) GE offers, fi'ee of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier- free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. ServiceContracts B00-626-2224...

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