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Operating Instructions
Auto Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . .28, 29
Changing the Power Level . . . . . .12
Features of Your
Microwave Oven . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-26
Sensor Features . . . . . . . . . . . .20-23
Time Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-18
With Your Microwave Oven . . . . .32
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . .Back Cover
Product Registration . . . . . . . . . .33, 34
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Write the model and serial numbers here:
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Model #
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Serial #
Find these numbers on a label inside the oven.
ge.com
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MFL38268203 49-40582
JES2051
04-08 JR
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Changing the Power Level ..12 Features of Your Microwave Oven ...10, 11 Microwave Terms ....27 Other Features . -
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
(d) The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. s This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use. s Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the... -
Page 3: Owner's Manual
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat, dry or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use. -
Page 4: Microwave Oven
Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). FOODS s 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. s Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers—for example,... - Page 5 Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS...
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Page 6: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE 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 7 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. s Plastic cookware—Plastic...
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Page 8: Grounding Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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: Extension Cords
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. NOTICE: PACEMAKERS Most pacemakers are shielded from interference from electronic products, including microwaves. - Page 10 About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1200 Watts Features of the Oven NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.
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Page 11: Cooking Controls
You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature. Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press Time Cook Press once or twice Defrost Auto/Time Press twice Express Cook Add 30 Sec Power Level Sensor Features and Auto Feature Press... - Page 12 Select desired power level 1–10. Press START. 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. Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time.
- Page 13 About the time features. Time Cook Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. Press Time Cook. Enter cooking time.
- Page 14 About the time features. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package Beans (fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half (frozen green) 10-oz. package (frozen lima) 10-oz.
- Page 15 Vegetable Amount Corn (frozen kernel) 10-oz. package Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears (frozen) 1 ear 2 to 6 ears Mixed vegetables (frozen) 10-oz. package Peas (fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. unshelled (frozen) 10-oz. package Potatoes 4 potatoes (fresh, cubed, white) (6 to 8 oz.
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Page 16: Time Defrost
About the time features. Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. (Auto Defrost explained in the About the auto feature section.) Press Defrost Auto/Time twice. Enter defrosting time. Press START. -
Page 17: Defrosting Guide
Defrosting Guide Food Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) Fruit Plastic pouch—1 or 2 (10-oz. package) Meat Bacon (1 lb.) Franks (1 lb.) Ground meat (1 lb.) Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork 9 to 13 min. - Page 18 About the time features. 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) for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.
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Page 19: Auto Defrost
About the auto feature. Guide Auto Defrost The Auto/Time Defrost feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press Defrost Auto/Time once for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost. Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish weighing up to six pounds. -
Page 20: Humidity Sensor
Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor. - Page 21 (less time) (more time) Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion— it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—...
- Page 22 About the sensor features. (less time) (more time) How to Change the Automatic Settings To reduce time by 10%: Press 1 after the feature pad. To add 10% to cooking time: Press 9 after the feature pad. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—...
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Page 23: Sensor Cooking
Sensor cooking gives you easy, automatic results with a variety of foods (see the Cooking Guide below). NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion— it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. Cooking Guide Food Type Amount... -
Page 24: About The Other Features
About the other features. Cooking Complete Reminder Help The Help pad displays feature information and helpful hints. Press Help, then select a feature pad. Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving. Press Clock. -
Page 25: Delay Start
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 to 24 hours later. Press Reminder. Enter the time you want the oven to remind you. (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.) Select AM or PM. - Page 26 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. To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CLEAR/OFF for about three seconds. When the control panel is locked, LOCKED will appear in the display.
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Page 27: Microwave Terms
Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: s metal or foil touching the side of the oven. s foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). -
Page 28: Helpful Hints
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... - Page 29 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 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 Oven will not start Control panel lighted, yet oven will not start Possible Causes A fuse in your home may be blown or the... - Page 31 Problem “LOCKED” appears in display “SENSOR ERROR” appears in display again. Food amount too large for Sensor Reheat Possible Causes The control has been locked. (When the control panel is locked an L will be displayed.) During Popcorn, Reheat, Beverage, Chicken/Fish, Potato or Vegetable program, the door was opened before steam...
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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 s Steam or vapor escaping from around the door. s Light reflection around door or outer case. s Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other than high. - Page 33 • Your satisfaction is our goal. We strive to provide you with excellent service in a professional and timely manner. Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at for more information. *Most brands covered up to 15 years old in the continental U.S.
- Page 34 FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR 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. Read your Owner’s Manual carefully. It will help you operate your new appliance properly.
- Page 35 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. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the service calls to your home.
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Page 36: Consumer Support
Contact Us 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: Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product...