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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual JES1451 3828W5A8485 49-40504 01-06 JR...
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Page 2: Precautions To Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy
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... - Page 3 Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. I This microwave oven is not approved I To reduce the risk of fire in the or tested for marine use. oven cavity: I Do not mount this appliance over —...
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Page 4: Arcing
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! ARCING If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. I Metal, such as twist-ties, Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing poultry pins, or gold-rimmed is caused by: dishes, in the microwave. - Page 5 I Avoid heating baby food in SUPERHEATED WATER glass jars, even with the lid Liquids, such as water, off. Make sure all infant food coffee or tea, are able to be is thoroughly cooked. Stir overheated beyond the boiling food to distribute the heat point without appearing to evenly.
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Page 6: Microwave-Safe Cookware
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE I Do not use recycled paper Make sure all cookware used in 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 I “Boilable” cooking pouches I Plastic cookware—Plastic and tightly closed plastic cookware designed for bags should be slit, pierced microwave cooking is very or 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,...
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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, (Adapter plugs not we strongly recommend against the permitted in Canada) use of an adapter plug. However, Align large prongs/slots if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may... -
Page 10: Extension Cords
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 READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 12 Congratulations! You Are Now Part of the GE Family. Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.
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Page 13: Table Of Contents
Safety Precautions ..2, 3 Arcing .....4 Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tell you we stand behind our products with Foods . -
Page 14: Features Of Your Microwave Oven
About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1150 Watts Features of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. Convenience Guide. -
Page 15: Time Features
You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature. AUTO/TIME DEF. TIME COOK POPCORN BEVERAGE REHEAT EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK BAKED POTATO VEGETABLE EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK 30 SEC. AUTO/TIME DEF. POWER LEVEL Cooking Controls... - Page 16 About changing the power level. The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for TIME COOK, Time Defrost or EXPRESS COOK. The power POWER LEVEL level may also be changed during time countdown. Press TIME COOK or select Time Defrost. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
- Page 17 About the time features. Time Cook Time Cook I TIME COOK Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK 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 Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 5 to 8 min., In 1 ⁄ -qt. oblong glass baking Med-High (7) dish, place 1/4 cup water. (frozen spears) 10-oz.
- Page 19 Vegetable Amount Time Comments Corn (frozen kernel) In 1-qt. casserole, place 10-oz. package 2 to 6 min. 2 tablespoons water. Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears to 4 min. In 2-qt. glass baking dish, place per ear corn.
- Page 20 About the time features. Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See AUTO/TIME DEF. the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. (Auto Defrost explained in the About the auto feature section.) EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Press AUTO/TIME DEF.
- Page 21 Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Rearrange after half the time. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min. Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 3 to 7 min.
- Page 22 About the time features. Express Cook EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK 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) EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10.
- Page 23 About the auto feature. Auto Defrost The Auto/Time Defrost feature gives you two ways to AUTO/TIME DEF. defrost frozen foods. Press AUTO/TIME DEF. once for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods.
- Page 24 About the sensor features. Humidity Sensor 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 over- cooked or burnt food.
- Page 25 Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: POPCORN Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger EXPRESS COOK than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn (less time) (more time) in the center of the microwave. Use only with prepackaged microwave Press POPCORN.
- Page 26 About the sensor features. Reheat The Reheat feature reheats single servings of previously REHEAT cooked foods or a plate of leftovers. Place covered food in the oven. Press REHEAT. EXPRESS COOK The oven starts immediately. (less time) (more time) The oven signals when steam is sensed and the How to Change the time remaining begins counting down.
- Page 27 Sensor Cooking Vegetables, Potatoes VEGETABLE Place covered food in the oven. Press the food pad. For vegetables, press the VEGETABLE pad once for BAKED POTATO fresh vegetables, twice for frozen vegetables or three times for canned vegetables. EXPRESS COOK The oven signals when steam is sensed and the (less time) (more time) time remaining begins counting down.
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Page 28: Other Features
About the other features. Help HELP The HELP pad displays feature information and helpful hints. Press HELP, then select a feature pad. Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display FOOD IS READY and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF. - Page 29 Reminder REMINDER The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock, and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating. The Reminder time can be set up EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK to 24 hours later. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
- Page 30 About the other features. Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. CLEAR To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CLEAR/OFF for about three seconds. When the control panel is locked, an L will be displayed to the extreme right.
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Page 31: Microwave Terms
Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: I metal or foil touching the side of the oven. I foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). -
Page 32: 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 Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel,... - Page 33 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.
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Page 34: 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 A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker. - Page 35 Problem Possible Causes What To Do “SENSOR ERROR” During Popcorn, Reheat, • Close the door, press appears on display Beverage, Baked Potato, CLEAR/OFF and begin or Vegetable program, again. the door was opened before steam could be detected. • Use Time Cook to heat Steam was not detected in maximum amount for more time.
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Page 36: Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven
Before you call for service… Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven I Steam or vapor escaping from around the door. I Light reflection around door or outer case. I Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other than high. - Page 37 Notes.
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Page 39: Warranty
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 40 Contact Us ge.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...