GE JES1036 Owner's Manual

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Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Care and
Cleaning . . . . . . . .31, 32
Changing the
Power Level . . . . . . . . .16
Features . . . . . . . . .23-26
Microwave Terms . . . . .30
Other Features . . . .27-29
Time Features . . . .17-22
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
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Model #
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Serial #
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a label inside the oven.
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Microwave Oven . . . . .34
Consumer Support
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . .35
164D3370P207 49-40246-2 04-02 JR
Owner's
Manual
JES1036

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Tips ... .33, 34 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven ..34 Consumer Support Consumer Support ..Back Cover Warranty ...35 164D3370P207 49-40246-2 04-02 JR Owner’s...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use. Read and follow the specific precautions in the Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy section above.
  • Page 3: Cleaning

    See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual. GE does not support any servicing of the microwave. We strongly recommend that you do not attempt to service the microwave yourself.
  • Page 4 Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). FOODS Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers—for example,...
  • Page 5 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, allow the container to stand in the oven for 30 to 40 seconds after the oven has shut off.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! 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 7 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. www.GEAppliances.com Plastic cookware—Plastic...
  • 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

    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 use of an adapter plug. However, if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded 2-prong wall receptacle by the use of...
  • Page 10: Extension Cords

    If you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times may be longer, too.
  • 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 Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door. Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven. www.GEAppliances.com...
  • Page 14: Power Level

    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 TIME COOK TIME DEFROST POWER LEVEL EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
  • Page 15: Cooking Controls

    Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press TIME COOK Press once or twice TIME DEFROST 30 SEC. EXPRESS COOK POWER LEVEL Convenience Features Press POPCORN Press once, twice or three times BEVERAGE Press once, twice or three times REHEAT COOK...
  • Page 16 Select desired power level 1–10. 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. Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time.
  • Page 17 About the time features. TIME COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK START Time Cook Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may 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 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 19 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 (frozen) 10-oz. package Potatoes (fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes white) (6 to 8 oz.
  • Page 20 About the time features. TIME DEFROST EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK START Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. Press TIME DEFROST. Enter defrosting time.
  • Page 21: Defrosting Guide

    Defrosting Guide Food Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 3 to 7 min. Fruit Plastic pouch—1 or 2 (10-oz. package) Meat Bacon (1 lb.) Franks (1 lb.)
  • Page 22 About the time features. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK 30 SEC. Express Cook 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.
  • Page 23 About the convenience features. POPCORN EXPRESS COOK (less time) (more time) Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces. BEVERAGE Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces.
  • Page 24 About the convenience features. REHEAT EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Reheat Guide Food Type 1 Pasta 2 Fruits and vegetables 3 Beverages, 4-6 oz. 4 Plate of leftovers (2 to 3 foods, 4 oz. each) Reheat The Reheat feature reheats many previously cooked foods.
  • Page 25 COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK START Cook Guide Food Type 1 Canned Vegetables 2 Frozen Vegetables 3 Fresh Vegetables 4 Potatoes 5 Bacon 6 Pizza (frozen, microwaveable) Cook The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods.
  • Page 26 About the convenience features. AUTO DEFROST EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK START Guide Auto Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish.
  • Page 27: About The Other Features

    About the other features. CLOCK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK DELAY EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK 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.
  • Page 28: About The Other Features

    About the other features. STOP CLEAR CLEAR START PAUSE 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 for about three seconds. When the control panel is locked, LOC will be displayed.
  • Page 29 Timer This pad performs three functions: TIMER EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK The Timer operates without microwave energy. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK How to Use as a Minute Timer How to Use to Delay the Start of Cooking You can set the microwave to delay cooking up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
  • Page 30: Microwave Terms

    Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: Covering Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape.
  • Page 31 Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. 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...
  • 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.
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting Tips

    Troubleshooting Tips. Problem Oven will not start Control panel lighted, yet oven will not start Possible Causes A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Power surge. Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet. Door not securely closed. Door not securely closed.
  • 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.
  • Page 35: One Year Limited Warranty

    Properly pack your unit. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials. Return the product to the retail location where it was purchased. What GE Will Not Cover: Customer instruction. This owner’s manual provides information regarding operating instructions and user controls.
  • Page 36: Consumer Support

    800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Contact Us 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:...

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