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Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Features of Your
Microwave Oven . . . . . . . . . .11-17
Power Level Selector . . . . . . . . .12
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Cooking Guide . . . . . . . . . . .13-15
Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Defrosting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . .19, 20
Before You Call For Service . . . .21
Your Microwave Oven . . . . . . . .21
Customer Service
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Consumer Support . . .Back Cover
Write the model and serial numbers here:
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the oven.
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Owner's Manual
JES611
164D3370P229
49-40280
06-02 JR
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
..2–10 Owner’s Manual Operating Instructions JES611 Features of Your Microwave Oven ..11–17 Power Level Selector ..12 Timer . - Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! 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...
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Page 3: Microwave Oven
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. Do not mount this appliance To reduce the risk of fire in over a sink. the oven cavity: Do not mount the microwave – Do not overcook food. oven over or near any Carefully attend appliance portion of a heating or... - Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! ARCING If you see arcing, open the door and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term Metal, such as twist-ties, for sparks in the oven. Arcing is poultry pins, or gold-rimmed caused by: dishes, in the microwave.
- Page 5 SUPERHEATED WATER Spontaneous boiling—Under certain special circumstances, Microwaved water and other liquids may start to boil liquids do not always bubble during or shortly after when they reach the boiling removal from the microwave point. They can actually get oven. To prevent burns from superheated and not bubble splashing liquid, we at all.
- Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE 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 metal measuring cups, custard cups, flecks which may cause...
- Page 7 “Boilable” cooking pouches Plastic cookware—Plastic and tightly closed plastic bags cookware designed for should be slit, pierced or microwave cooking is very vented as directed by 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, tolerant of overcooking...
- Page 8 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 Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently. Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, (Adapter plugs not we strongly recommend against the permitted in Canada) use of an adapter plug. However, if Align large you still elect to use an adapter, prongs/slots where local codes permit, a...
- Page 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! EXTENSION CORDS 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—...
- Page 11 About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 650 Watts Features of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. Control Panel.
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Page 12: Power Level Selector
About the features of your microwave oven Power Level Selector The Power Level Selector allows you to cook or defrost by time. It sets the correct power level for the type of heating you need. Set the Power Level Selector before setting a cooking/defrosting time. Cook Time Cook Time The timer allows you to cook by time for up to 15 minutes. -
Page 13: Cooking Guide
Cooking Guide Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 6 to 8 min. In 1 ⁄ -qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package 6 to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole. Beans (fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half 13 to 17 min. - Page 14 About the features of your microwave oven Cooking Guide (cont.) Vegetable Amount Time Comments Cabbage (fresh) 1 medium head 11 to 13 min. In 1 ⁄ - or 2-qt. casserole, place (about 2 lbs.) 1/4 cup water. (wedges) 14 to 16 min. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water.
- Page 15 Vegetable Amount Time Comments Peas (fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. unshelled 10 to 12 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. (frozen) 10-oz. package 5 to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. Potatoes (fresh, cubed, 12 to 14 min. Peel and cut into 1-inch cubes. 4 potatoes white) (6 to 8 oz.
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Page 16: Defrost
About the features of your microwave oven Defrost This setting allows you to defrost for the length of time you select. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting. This sound is normal when the oven is not operating at Cook. Defrosting Tips Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the package. -
Page 17: Defrosting Guide
Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls 1 min. (1 piece) Sweet Rolls 4 to 6 min. Rearrange after half the time. (approx. 12 oz.) Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 9 to 12 min. Shellfish, 6 to 8 min. -
Page 18: Microwave Terms
Microwave terms. Term 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. foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes. -
Page 19: Care And Cleaning
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 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 Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door... - Page 20 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. Rinse and then dry.
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Page 21: 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 • A fuse in your home Replace fuse or reset may be blown or the circuit breaker. - Page 22 Notes...
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Page 23: Warranty
From the date of the a defect in materials or workmanship. During this original purchase one-year full warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor to replace the defective part. You will be responsible for any in-home service costs. -
Page 24: Consumer Support
Contact Us www.GEAppliances.com 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...