GE JES1142 Owner's Manual

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
..2–6 Owner’s Manual Operating Instructions JES1142 Convenience Features ..13–15 Microwave Terms ...18 Oven Features ... .7, 8 Other Features .
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Do not mount this appliance over a sink. s Do not mount the microwave oven over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance. s Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
Page 3 Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury. s Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst, possibly resulting in injury.
Page 4: Important Safety Information
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 5: Grounding Instructions
For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker. (Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada) Align large prongs/slots TEMPORARY METHOD ge.com Ensure proper ground and firm connection before use.
Page 6: 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. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
Page 7: Oven Features
The turntable may be removed for cleaning. Removable Turntable Support. The turntable support must be in place when using the oven. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven. ge.com...
Page 8: Cooking Controls
About the features of your microwave oven. You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press Time Cook Press number pads TIME DEFROST POWER LEVEL EXPRESS COOK...
Page 9: Power Levels
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. Power level 70 is microwave energy 70% of the time.
Page 10: Time Features
About the time features. Time Cook Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. HI power level is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. Change power level if you don’t want full power.
Page 11 In 2-qt. casserole, place washed spinach. In 1-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water. In 1 ⁄ -qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes. In 2-qt. glass baking dish, place squash cut- side-down. Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes. ge.com...
Page 12 About the time features. Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. (Auto Defrost explained in the About the convenience features section.) Press TIME DEFROST. Enter defrosting time. Press START. Turn the food over after half the time.
Page 13: Convenience Features
7 ounces or larger than 14 ounces. Press FROZEN PIZZA once for a 7 ounce pizza or twice for a 14 ounce pizza. The oven starts immediately. ge.com Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot. Remove the container with care.
Page 14 About the convenience features. Cook The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods. Press COOK repeatedly to select food type 1–5. Press START. Cook Guide Food Type 1 Canned Vegetables 2 Soup 3 Potatoes 4 Fresh Vegetables 5 Frozen Vegetables...
Page 15 1 to 2.5 pounds. Press START. (Time Defrost is explained in the About the time features section.) ge.com There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the oven. Guide s Remove meat from package and place on microwave-safe dish.
Page 16: Other Features
About the other features. Clock Press to enter the time of day. Press CLOCK once to select 12 hour time or twice to select 24 hour time. Enter time of day. Press CLOCK. Pause/Clear In addition to cancelling selections, PAUSE/CLEAR allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display.
Page 17 Press AUTO DEFROST and select food weight, or press TIME DEFROST and enter defrosting time. Press KITCHEN TIMER. Enter the amount of time you want the oven to hold. Press START. The oven will begin defrosting. After defrosting is complete, the holding time will count down. ge.com...
Page 18: Microwave Terms
Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: s metal or foil touching the side of the oven. s foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). s metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
Page 19: Care And Cleaning
Remember, do not operate the oven without the turntable and support in place. 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 20: Troubleshooting Tips
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. • Open the door and close securely.
Page 21: Product Registration
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. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S.
Page 22 FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS. For more information about GEA’s privacy and data usage policy, go to ge.com and click on “Privacy Policy” or call 800.626.2224. Read your Owner’s Manual carefully.
Page 23 This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for service.
Page 24: Consumer Support
Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation. 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: General Manager, Customer Relations Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for...

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