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GE JES1358 Owner's Manual

GE JES1358 Owner's Manual

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Operating Instructions
Auto Features . . . . . . . . . 21, 22
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . .29
Other Features . . . . . . . . 27, 28
Oven Features . . . . . . . . .12, 13
Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Sensor Features . . . . . . . . 23-26
Time Features . . . . . . . . .15-20
Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Turntable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Consumer
Support . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
____________
Model #
____________
Serial #
Find these numbers on
a label inside the oven.
ge.com
. . . . . . .2-11
32-34
Owner's
Manual
JES1358
3828W5A8519
49-40515
01-06 JR

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Warranty ....35 Write the model and serial numbers here: ____________ Model # ____________ Serial # Find these numbers on a label inside the oven. ge.com 32–34 3828W5A8519 Owner’s Manual JES1358 49-40515 01-06 JR...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY...
  • Page 3 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: Safety Information

    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 — Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container. ge.com Avoid heating baby food in glass jars, even with the lid off. Make sure all infant food is thoroughly cooked. Stir food to distribute the heat evenly.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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 When using foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1″ away from the sides of the oven. ge.com Plastic cookware—Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used carefully.

  • Page 8: Grounding Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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

    You should have the two-prong wall receptacle replaced with a three-prong (grounding) receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance. ge.com (Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada) Align large...

  • Page 10: Extension Cords

    Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them. If an extension cord is used— 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. WARNING! The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;...

  • Page 11: Save These Instructions

    READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...

  • Page 12: Oven Features

    About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1200 Watts Features of the Oven NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.

  • Page 13: Cooking Controls

    ADD 30 SEC Sensor Features and Auto Features Press POPCORN BEVERAGE RICE REHEAT SOFTEN/MELT AUTO/TIME DEFROST Press once ge.com Enter Amount of cooking time Amount of defrosting time Starts immediately! Starts immediately! Enter Option Starts immediately! more/less time Starts immediately!

  • Page 14: Power Levels

    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 15: Time Features

    Press TIME COOK again. Enter the second cook time. Change the power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level 1–10.) Press START. At the end of Time Cook I, Time Cook II counts down. ge.com...
  • Page 16 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 17 3 tablespoons water. 3 to 5 min. In 1 ⁄ -qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. 5 to 9 min. 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 18 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 auto feature section.) Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST twice. Enter defrosting time. Press START.

  • Page 19: Defrosting Guide

    3 to 8 min. Place unwrapped breast in dish breast- side-down. After half the time, turn over per lb. and shield warm areas with foil. Finish defrosting. Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting. ge.com...
  • Page 20 About the time features. 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. For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.

  • Page 21: Auto Features

    If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the ounces must be converted to tenths (.1) of a pound. Weight of Food in Ounces 1–2 4–5 6–7 9–10 12–13 14–15 ge.com Enter Food Weight (tenths of a pound)
  • Page 22 About the auto features. Soften/Melt A convenient way to soften or melt frequently used food items. Press SOFTEN/MELT. Enter number for food type. Press START. SOFTEN FOOD ITEM QUANTITY Butter 1 Stick Cream Cheese 8 oz. Frosting 1 Container Ice Cream 1 Quart MELT Butter...

  • Page 23: Sensor Features

    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 24 About the sensor features. (more time) (less time) Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion— it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the...
  • Page 25 Some Foods Not Recommended for Use With Reheat It is best to use Time Cook for these foods: Bread products. Foods that must be reheated uncovered. Foods that need to be stirred or rotated. Foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after reheating. ge.com...
  • Page 26 About the sensor features. (less time) (more time) NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion— it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. Rice The Rice feature cooks 1/2 - 2 cups of long grain white rice.

  • Page 27: Other Features

    Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving. Press CLOCK. Enter time of day. Press START or CLOCK. Start/Pause In addition to starting many functions, START/PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display. ge.com...

  • Page 28: About The Other Features

    About the other features. Kitchen Timer Kitchen Timer operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating. Press KITCHEN TIMER. Enter time you want to count down. Press START to begin the countdown. If a cooking program is already running, the Timer will start automatically without pressing START.

  • Page 29: Microwave Terms

    Note that a microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack. Venting After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape. ge.com...

  • Page 30: Care And Cleaning

    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 31: Outside

    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. Rinse and then dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting Tips

    Troubleshooting tips. Problem Oven will not start Control panel lighted, yet oven will not start “Err” appears on display Possible Causes A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Power surge. Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet.
  • Page 33 The control has been locked. (When the control panel is locked, an L will be displayed.) Sensor Reheat is for single servings of recommended foods. ge.com What To Do • Press and hold CLEAR/OFF for about three seconds to unlock the control. •...

  • Page 34: Things That Are Normal

    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 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 instructions. This owner’s manual provides information regarding operating instructions and user controls.

  • Page 36: Consumer Support

    24 hours every day or by phone at 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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