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Bake Features . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 18, 20
Best Method of Cooking Chart . . . .21
Changing Power Level . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cooking Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cookware Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Fast Bake Feature . . . . . . . . .10, 19, 20
Features of Your Oven . . . . . . . . . 8, 9
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-24
Automatic Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Auto Nite Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Beeper Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Child Lock-Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
CLEAR/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Cooking Complete Reminder . . . .22
Display Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Display ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Display Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
HELP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
START/PAUSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Surface Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Vent Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Sensor Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-17
Time and Auto Features . . . . 9, 11-13
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Charcoal Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Replacing the Light Bulbs . . . . . . . .27
Stainless Steel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Vent Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 29
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With Your Microwave Oven . . . . . . . 32
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . Back Cover
Optional Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Product Registration . . . . . . . . . 33, 34
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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3828W5A4677 49-40479 01-06 JR
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JVM1490
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Display ON/OFF ....23 manual, visit our Website at ge.com. Display Speed ....24 Para consultar una version en HELP . -
Page 2: Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, exposure to excessive microwave energy, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door... - Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. When using the Bake or Fast Bake functions, both Keep power cord away from heated surfaces. the outside and inside of the oven will become hot. Do not immerse power cord or plug in water. Always use hot pads to remove containers of food and accessories such as the oven shelf.
- Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! FOODS Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven Foods cooked in liquids (such as pasta) may unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory tend to boil more rapidly than foods containing or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in less moisture.
- Page 5 MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Do not operate the oven without the turntable and the turntable support seated and in place. The turntable must be unrestricted so it can rotate. 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 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. This appliance must be If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, grounded. In the event of it is your personal responsibility and obligation an electrical short circuit, to have it replaced with a properly grounded...
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Page 7: Optional Kits
Optional kits ge.com Available at extra cost from your GE supplier. Filler Panel Kits Filter Kits JX40WH—White JX81A—Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit JX41—Black JX81A Filter kits are used when the oven cannot When replacing a 36″ range hood, filler panel kits be vented to the outside. -
Page 8: Features Of Your Oven
About the features of your oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Features of the Oven Door Latch Release Handle. Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning. Door Latches. - Page 9 About the cooking features of your microwave/convection oven. ge.com You can cook by Microwave, Baking or Fast Baking. Dial Selector Cooking Controls Microwave Cooking Time and Auto Features Press Turn and push dial to enter TIME COOK Amount of cooking time Press once or twice MICRO EXPRESS cook/Add 30 sec.
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Page 10: Cooking Options
Available cooking options. Microwave Cooking Your oven uses microwave energy to cook by a set time or weight, or automatically by sensor. Sensor microwave works by detecting the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food. Cooking Method Heat Source Heat Conduction... -
Page 11: Time And Auto Features
About the time and auto microwave features. ge.com Using the Dial Pressing the dial can also be used in place You can make selections on the oven by of the START/PAUSE button for quicker TURN TO SELECT turning the dial and pressing it to enter PUSH TO ENTER programming of the oven. - Page 12 About the time and auto microwave features. Time Defrost DEFROST Use Time Defrost to defrost for a selected Defrosting Tips length of time. Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be Press the DEFROST button once. defrosted in the package. Closed packages should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER Turn the dial to select the time you food has partially defrosted.
- Page 13 Fast Defrost DEFROST Fast Defrost automatically sets the Conversion Guide defrosting times and power levels to give If the weight of food is stated in pounds and even defrosting results for meats, poultry ounces, the ounces must be converted to tenths and fish weighing up to one pound.
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Page 14: Changing Power Level
About changing the power level. The power level may be entered or Rest periods (when the microwave changed immediately after entering the energy cycles off) give time for the food POWER time for Time Cook, Time Defrost or Express to “equalize” or transfer heat to the inside Cook. -
Page 15: Sensor Features
About the sensor microwave features. ge.com Humidity Sensor What happens when using the Sensor Features: The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food. Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. - Page 16 About the sensor microwave features. Auto Cook Cooking Tips Place covered food in the oven and close the door. Press the AUTO COOK When oven signals and countdown time button. SELECT FOOD TYPE appears in is displayed, the door may be opened the display.
- Page 17 Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: How to Adjust the Automatic Popcorn Setting to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time Follow package instructions, using Use only with prepackaged Time Cook if the package is less than If you find that the brand of popcorn you microwave popcorn weighing 1.5 to 3.5 ounces.
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Page 18: Operating Instructions Bake Features
About the baking features. Baking uses a heating element to raise the temperature of the air inside the oven. Any oven temperature from 225°F to 450°F may be set. A fan gently circulates this heated air throughout the oven, over and around the food, producing golden brown exteriors and rich, moist interiors. - Page 19 About the Fast Bake feature. ge.com Fast Bake offers the best features of microwave energy and convection cooking. Microwaves cook food fast and convection circulation of heated air browns foods beautifully. Any oven temperature from 225°F to 450°F may be set.
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Page 20: Cookware Tips
Cookware tips. Bake Metal Pans are recommended for all types of baked products, but especially where browning is important. Dark or dull finish metal pans are best for breads and pies because they absorb heat and produce crisper crust. Shiny aluminum pans are better for cakes, cookies or muffins because they reflect heat and help produce a light tender crust. -
Page 21: Best Method Of Cooking Chart
Select the best method of cooking. ge.com Use the following guide to select the best method of cooking. Recipes can be adapted using the guidelines below to determine the appropriate cooking mode. Foods Microwave Bake Fast Bake Appetizers Dips and Spreads... -
Page 22: Other Features
About the other features. Help HELP The HELP button displays feature information and helpful hints. Press HELP, then turn the dial to select a feature and press the dial to enter. TURN TO SELECT PUSH TO ENTER Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the either open the oven door or press the oven, the oven will display YOUR FOOD IS... -
Page 23: Auto Nite Light
Auto Nite Light OPTIONS NOTE: The NITE indicator will be lit whenever The Auto Nite Light can be set to come on the nite light is set to operate. and go off at desired times. To review the nite light settings, turn the... -
Page 24: Automatic Fan
About the other features. Display Speed OPTIONS The scroll speed of the display can be changed. Press the OPTIONS button and turn the dial to select DISPLAY SPEED. Press the TURN TO SELECT dial to enter. PUSH TO ENTER Turn the dial to select slowest to fastest. Press the dial to enter. -
Page 25: Microwave Terms
Microwave terms. ge.com 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 26: Care And Cleaning
Care and cleaning of the oven. Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Be sure the power is off before cleaning any part of this oven. How to Clean the Inside Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel;... -
Page 27: Replacing The Light Bulbs
Cooktop Light/Nite Light Replace with a 130 volt, 35 watt (max.) halogen Be sure the bulb is cool before bulb. Order WB36X10213 from your GE supplier. removing. Break the adhesive seal by gently unscrewing the bulb. To replace the cooktop light/nite light,... -
Page 28: Vent Filters
About the exhaust feature. Charcoal filter (on some models). Vent Fan The vent fan has two metal reusable vent filters. Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter. Reusable vent filters (on all models). Reusable Vent Filters The metal filters trap grease released by For this reason, the filters must always be foods on the cooktop. -
Page 29: Charcoal Filters
The charcoal filter should be replaced be replaced. Order Part No. WB2X9883 from when it is noticeably dirty or discolored your GE supplier. (usually after 6 to 12 months, depending on usage). See “Optional Kits,” page 7, for If the model is not vented to the outside, more information. -
Page 30: Troubleshooting Tips
Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Oven will not start • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. - Page 31 Problem Possible Causes What To Do Food browns on top much • Always use the rack in its “low” position. Rack has been placed in the faster than on the bottom “high” position. Oven temperature The cooking element cycles •...
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Page 32: Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
Before you call for service… Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven Moisture on the oven door and walls The vent fan operating while the while cooking. Wipe the moisture off microwave is operating. The vent fan with a paper towel or soft cloth. will not go off nor can it be turned off until the microwave is off. -
Page 33: Product Registration
You can rest easy, knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs. 800.626.2224 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 34 General Electric Company partners. Louisville, KY 40225 FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR ge.com 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.
- Page 35 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.