GE SpacemakerXL JVM1542 Owner's Manual

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Safety Instructions

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2-9

Operaffng

Instructions

Auto Defrost

Feature

. .20

Care and

Cleaning

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30, 31

Changing

the

Power Level

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Convenience

Features

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21-23

Cooking

Guide

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15, 16

Defrosting

Guide

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Exhaust Feature

...33,

Features

of Your

Microwave

Oven

...11,

Microwave

Terms

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Optional

Kits ........

Other Features

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24-28

Replacing

Bulbs

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Time Features

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14-19

. .35

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Consumer Support

Consumer

Support

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Back Cover

Optional

Kits .........

Product

Registration

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37, 38

Warranty

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Model #

Serial #

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these

numbers

on a label inside

the

oven.

3828WSA2657

164D3370P220

JVM1542

49-40264 05-02JR

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
www.GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions ..Troubleshooting Tips . .35 Things That Are Operaffng Instructions Normal With Your Auto Defrost Feature . .20 JVM1542 Microwave Oven ..Care and Consumer Support Cleaning ..30, 31 Consumer Changing Power Level ..Support ..Back Cover Convenience Optional...
Page 2 IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMAtiON. READALLINSTRUCtiONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safe_, the informadon in this manualmust be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. PRECAUTIONS T OAVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE M ICROWAVE ENERGY [] Do Not Attempt to operate [] Do Not Operate the oven if it is...
Page 3: Cleaning
www.GEAppliances.com Use this appfiance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual. [] Do not mount this [] Do not immerse power appliance over a sink. cord or plug in water. m To reduce the risk of fire [] This over-the-range oven was designed...
Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMATION. READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. WARNING! ARCING If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFFpad and correct the problem. N Foil not molded to food Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing (upturned edges act like is caused antennas).
Page 5 vvwv_.GEAppliances.com [] Spontaneous SUPERHEATED WATER boiling-- • Under certain special Microwaved water and other circumstances, liquids liquids do not always bubble start to boil during when they reach the boiling shortly after removal from point. They can actually get the microwave oven.
Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMAtiON. READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used m Do not use recycled paper in your microwave oven products. Recycled paper suitable for microwaving. towels, napkins and waxed Most glass casseroles, cooking paper can contain metal dishes, measuring...
Page 7 www.GEAppliances.com I Plastic cookware--Plastic I "Boilable" cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic cookware designed bags should be slit, pierced microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used or vented as directed package. If they are not, carefully. Even microwave- plastic could burst...
Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMATION. READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE USING. A 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 providing an escape...
Page 9 vvvvw.GEAppliances.com THEVENT FAN The fan will operate automatically under certain conditions (see Automatic Fan feature). Take care to prevent the starting spreading of accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is in use. [] Clean the underside of the microwave often.
Page 10 Decorative Panel Kit JX22SS---Stainless Steel When replacing a Hi/Low range, the decorative panel kit fills in the area between the microwave and the range left by the Hi/Low model. Available at extra cost from your GE supplier.
Page 11: Features
About the features of your microwave oven. www.GEAppliances.com Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model Features of the Oven Door Handle. Pull to open Touch Control Panel the door. The door must Cooktop Lights. be securely latched the microwave to operate,...
Page 12 About the features of yourmicrowave oven. Youcan microwave by time or with the convenience features. REHEAT CookingControls Time Features EMer TIME COOKI & II Amount of cooking time Pressonce or twice TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time EXPRESSCOOK Starts immediately! ADD 30 SEC.
Page 13 About changingthe power leveL www.GEAppliances.com 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. High (power level 100) or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100% power.
Page 14 About the time features. time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. I-,J,'-,! Power level 100 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. I, II" II-r-I You may open the door during...
Page 15: Cooking Guide
www.GEAppliances.com Cooking Guide for time Cook I and T/me Cook II NOTE: Use power level High (199) unless otherwise noted. Amount 7-tme Comments 1 lb. 6 to 9 min., In 1V_qt. oblong glass baking Med-High (7) dish, place 1/4 cup water. 10-oz.
Page 16 About the time features. Amount Time Comments (f_i':i6:zi_k¢_el) lO-oz, package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. CommOn _u !cOb 3 to 4 min. (_h_ 1 to 5 ears In 2-qt. oblong glass baking per ear dish, place corn.
Page 17 .,,,w. tinncos.c0m 7 me Defrost Allows you to defrost for the length of time you select. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. [] Use the shelf when defrosting items too large to fit the turntable. v;-]l [] A dull thumping noise may be heard during...
Page 18: Defrosting Guide
About the time features. Defrosting Guide time Comments Breads, Cakes 1 min. Broad, buns or mils(1 piece) 3 to 5 min. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen(!Ib,) 6 to 8 min. Shellfish, smallpieces (1 lb.) 5 to 7 min. Place block in casserole. Turn over and break up after half the tme.
Page 19 www.GEAppliances.com Add 30 Seconds You can use this feature two ways: I It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed. [] It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds cooking time.
Page 20 About the auto defrostfeature. Auto Defrost i ¸¸ Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results meats, poultry and fish weighing up to six pounds. [] Use the shelf when defrosting items too large to fit the turntable.
Page 21 About the conveniencefeatures. ,, .6EApplia,oe,.oom NOTE."The Convenience Features are designed for use with items placed on the turntable. The turntable cannot be turned off when using the Convenience Features. Popcorn How to Use the Popcorn Feature Follow package instructions, using 77me Cook if the package is less than...
Page 22 About the conveniencefeatures. Reheat Reheat feature reheats 1 to 3 servings of many previously cooked foods. Press REHEAT Select food type 1-4. Enter the serving size. The oven starts automatically. Reheat Guide Comments Cover with vented plastic wrap. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Page 23 www.GEAppliances.com Cook The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods. COOK IPre_ Select food type 1-9 (see the Cook Guide below). Enter weight in ounces. Press START. Cook Guide WeigM Comments Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl.
Page 24 Otherfeaturesyour model may have. Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving. Press CLOCK. Enter time of day. Press START Timer Tlmeroperates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating.
Page 25 vvwvv.GEAppliances.com Pause ® In addition to clearing entries, CLEAR/OFFalIows you to stop cooking without opening the door clearing the display. Child Lock-out You may lock the control panel to prevent microwave from being accidentally started used by children. To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold...
Page 26 Otherfeaturesyourmodel may have. Surface Light Press SURFACE LIGHTonce for bright light, twice for the night light or three times to turn the light off. VentFan The vent fan removes steam and other vapors from surface cooking. VENT FAN once for high Press fan speed, twice for...
Page 27 www.GEAppliances.com Op6ons Press the OPTIONSpad and select from available options: Soond0ni0. The beeper sound level can be adjusted. Press I to select Sound On/Off. Then, press I to turn the sound on or 2 to turn the sound off. Clock On/Off You can choose to turn the clock...
Page 28 Otherfeatures your model may have. Shelf Food microwaves best when placed on the turntable. Use the shelf for dishes that are too large to fit on the turntable. How to Use the Sheff Only use the shelf when reheating on more When Microwaving than one level.
Page 29 Microwave terms, vvvvw.GEAppliances.com Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused m the metal shelf not installed correctly so that it touches the microwave wall. metal or foil touching the side of the oven. IR foil that is not molded to food (upturned...
Page 30 Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. NOTE: Be certain 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...
Page 31 vvw_.GEAppliances.com How to Clean the Outside ..We recommend against using cleaners with ammonia or alcohol, as they can damage the appearance of the microwave oven. ff you choose to use a common _! ii '_iii ¸i ¸¸ _ !¸! household cleaner, first apply the cleaner directly to a clean cloth, then wipe the soiled area.
Page 32 Replacing the lightbulbs. Cooktop Light/Night Light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your GE supplier. Remove To replace the bulb(s), first disconnect screws power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug.
Page 33: Exhaust Feature
About the exhaust feature, vvww.GEAppliances.com The Vent Fan Charcoal Filter (on some models) The vent fan has 2 metal reusable grease filters. Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter. Reusable Grease Filters (on all models) Reusable Grease Filters metal filters...
Page 34 About the exhaustfeature. Charcoal Filter The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must be replaced. Order Part No. WBO2X10776 from your GE supplier. If the model is not vented to the outside, the air will be recirculated through a disposable...
Page 35: Troubleshootingtips
Before you call for service, wwvz.GEAppliances.com Troubleshootingtips Save time and money! Reviewthe charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Possible Causes What To Do Oven will not start ..A fuse in your home may .
Page 36 Notes.
Page 37 800.626.2224 Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free for more information. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S. ._,_.c__t_h____ ..Please place in envelope and mail to:...
Page 38: Registration
Our service number a safety modification. is 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Model Number Serial Number Important: If you did not get a registration card with your product, detach return form...
Page 39: Warranty
From the date of the this full defect in materials or workmanship. During original purchase one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all parts and service labor to repair or replace defective part. The magnetron tube, if the magnetron...
Page 40 Cautionmustbe exercised, since improperservicing may cause unsafe operation. ContactUs vvvvw.GEAppliances.com ffyou are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or mite to:...

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