The Controls on Your Microwave ...12 Time Cooking...15 Other Features...20 Helpful Information Care and Cleaning...22 If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service ...24 GE Service Numbers...26 Warranty ...Back Cover GE Answer Center 800.626.2000 GE Appliances Models: JE510 ®...
Important Safety Information Read all safety information before using For Your Safety PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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Need Help? Help us help you 800.626.2000 Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.
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• Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
• To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: — Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven while cooking. — Remove wire twist ties and metal handles from paper or plastic containers before placing them in the oven.
• Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). • 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.
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• Spontaneous boiling—Under certain special circumstances, liquids may start to boil during or shortly after removal from the microwave oven. To prevent burns from splashing liquid, we recommend the following: before removing the container from the oven, allow the container to stand in the oven for 30 to 40 seconds after the oven has shut off.
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3/4 high; remove the top foil cover and return the tray to the box. When using foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1 inch away from the sides of the oven.
Grounding Instructions Grounding Instructions PREFERRED METHOD Ensure proper ground exists before use WARNING—Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. • Plastic cookware—Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used carefully.
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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.
Features of Your Microwave Features Wattage: 600 Watts Optional Accessory (Available at extra cost from your GE supplier): 4-A019-3 Hanging Kit allows this oven to be mounted under a cabinet. 1 Door Latches. 2 Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.
Quick Start (Features and appearance vary by model) controls on your microwave oven 1 1 5 5 1 1 4 4 1 1 3 3 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 Timer Allows you to cook by time for up to 15 minutes.
POWER LEVEL / TIME COOK DEFROST Time Features Allows you to cook by time. Press Enter POWER LEVEL/TIME COOK Amount of (press one to ten times cooking time. to choose power level) DEFROST Amount of defrosting time. GUIDES IN BOOK •...
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START Variable power levels add flexibility to your microwave cooking. The power levels on your microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range. Hi or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100% power.
Time Features (vary by model) Timer Cooking (on some models) 1 1 5 5 1 1 4 4 1 1 3 3 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 Turn the dial for up to 15 minutes of cooking time.
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Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Timer Cooking and Time Cook Fresh Vegetables For frozen vegetables, follow the instructions on the package. Place a 10 oz. package in a 1-qt. casserole and add 2–4 tablespoons of water. Turn the dish after half of time. NOTE: Use Power Level Hi unless otherwise noted.
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Time Features Defrost DEFROST START 1 Press DEFROST. 2 Enter defrosting time. 3 Press START. 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 Hi power.
Heating or Reheating Guide 1 Directions below are for heating or reheating already-cooked foods stored in refrigerator or at room temperature. Use microwave-safe cookware. 2 Cover most foods for fastest, most even heating. Exceptions are some sandwiches, griddle foods and baked items. 3 Bubbling around edges of dish is normal, since the center is the last to heat.
Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Cooking Complete To remind you that you have food Reminder in the oven, the oven will beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF. Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving.
Helpful Information Microwave Terms Microwave Terms Term Definition Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: Arcing • metal or foil touching the side of the oven. • foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). •...
Helpful Information Care and Cleaning Helpful Hints Opening the oven door a few minutes after cooking helps air out the inside. An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. How to Clean Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal the Inside and Plastic Parts on the Door.
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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.
CLEAR/OFF was pressed accidentally. What to Do • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in. • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet. • Open the door and close securely.
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All These Things 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 blower sound may occur while operating at power levels other than high.
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Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have 800-626-2002 parts or accessories sent directly to their home. The GE parts system provides access to over 47,000 parts…and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.
Part No. 164D3333P003 Pub. No. 49-8739 9-99 ® servicer and ® Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 Printed in Malaysia In-home service is also available, but you must pay for the service technician’s travel costs to your home. ************************************...