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GE JF635 Owner's Manual

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Turntable Microwave Oven
Owner's Manual
to Excessive Microwave Energy .....................2
Special Notes About Microwaving .....................6
Features of Your Microwave...............................11
The Controls on Your Microwave ......................12
Time Cooking..........................................................15
Automatic Cooking................................................21
Other Features........................................................24
Care and Cleaning.................................................27
(Problem Solver)...............................................29
GE Service Numbers.............................................34
Warranty ...............................................Back Cover
GE Appliances
600 Watts
Model: JE635
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    The Controls on Your Microwave ...12 Time Cooking...15 Automatic Cooking...21 Other Features...24 Helpful Information Care and Cleaning...27 If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service (Problem Solver)...29 GE Service Numbers...34 Warranty ...Back Cover GE Appliances 600 Watts Model: JE635...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    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.
  • Page 3 Welcome 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. Start Here! Staple your receipt to the inside back cover of this manual.
  • Page 4 • Do not mount the microwave oven over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance. • Do not store anything directly on...

  • Page 5: Save These Instructions

    • To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: — Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when 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.

  • Page 6: Special Notes About Microwaving

    • 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.
  • Page 7 — Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. — After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. — Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
  • Page 8 How to Test for a Microwave-Safe Dish 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 9: Grounding Instructions

    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.
  • Page 10 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.

  • Page 11: Operating Instructions

    5 Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning. 6 Convenience Guide NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven lights are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.

  • Page 12: The Controls On Your Microwave

    Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven You can microwave by time or with the convenience features Time Features Allows you to cook by time. Press Enter NUMBER PADS Amount of Cooking Time AUTO DEFROST Amount of (Press twice)

  • Page 13: Convenience Features

    GUIDES IN BOOK • Cooking • Time Defrost POPCORN FRESH VEG. Convenience Features Press POPCORN BEVERAGE FROZEN PIZZA DINNER PLATE FRESH VEG. BAKED POTATO AUTO DEFROST (Press once) GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you begin, check the guide located on the inside front of the oven when you open the door.
  • Page 14 Operating Instructions Changing Power Levels POWER LEVEL START How to Change the Power Level The power level may be changed before setting the cooking time. 1 Press POWER LEVEL. 2 Select desired power level 1–9. 3 Enter cooking time. 4 Press START. Variable power levels add flexibility to your microwave cooking.

  • Page 15: Time Cooking

    Time Features Time Cooking START 1 Change power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Enter a desired power level 1–9.) 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Press START. Cook 1 Allows you to microwave for any time up to 59 minutes and 99 seconds.
  • Page 16 Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cooking NOTE: Use power level Hi 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 17 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 (fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes white) (6 to 8 oz.

  • Page 18: Time Features

    Operating Instructions Time Features Time Defrost AUTO DEFROST START 1 Press AUTO DEFROST twice. 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. Power level 3 is automatically set. A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting.

  • Page 19: Defrosting Guide

    Defrosting Guide Food Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 20 to 45 sec. Sweet Rolls (approx. 12 oz.) Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) Fruit Plastic pouch—1 to 2 (10-oz. package) Meat Bacon (1 lb.) Franks (1 lb.) Ground meat (1 lb.)
  • Page 20 Operating Instructions Time Features Quick Set QUICK Each time you press the pad, cooking time will increase 30 seconds. Allows you to start cooking by pressing just 1 pad. Each time you press the QUICK SET pad, cooking time will increase 30 seconds.

  • Page 21: Automatic Cooking

    Convenience Features Popcorn POPCORN 1 Place the package of popcorn in the center of the turntable. 2 Press POPCORN. The oven starts immediately. Frozen Pizza FROZEN PIZZA Beverage BEVERAGE Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 or 3.5 ounces. Follow package instructions.
  • Page 22 Operating Instructions Convenience Features Dinner Plate DINNER PLATE Fresh Vegetable FRESH VEG. Baked Potato BAKED POTATO The Dinner Plate feature reheats a plate of previously cooked food. Use the Fresh Vegetable feature to cook up to 12 ounces of fresh vegetables.
  • Page 23 Auto Defrost AUTO DEFROST START 1 Press AUTO DEFROST. 2 Using the Conversion Guide at right, enter food weight. For example, press number pads 1 and 2 for weight of 1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces). 3 Press START. Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish.

  • Page 24: Other Features

    Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model Has Clock CLOCK AUTO START The clock can be set as a 12 hour clock or a 24 hour clock. Auto Start CLOCK AUTO START Cooking can be delayed up to 12 hours in 12 hour mode or up to 24 hours when in the 24 hour mode.
  • Page 25 Pause/Clear Press once to pause cooking (all settings will still be saved). Press START to continue cooking. Press twice to stop and erase your PAUSE cooking settings. CLEAR Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children.

  • Page 26: Helpful Information

    Helpful Information 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). •...

  • Page 27: Care And Cleaning

    Care and Cleaning Helpful Hints 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. Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel, others may require a damp cloth.
  • Page 28 Helpful Information Care and Cleaning 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.

  • Page 29: If Something Goes Wrong

    PAUSE/CLEAR 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.
  • Page 30 If Something Goes Wrong 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.
  • Page 31 Notes...
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  • Page 34: Ge Service Numbers

    Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on- line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES...
  • Page 35 Parts and Accessories www.GEAppliances.com 800.626.2002 Register Your Appliance www.GEAppliances.com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home. (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.) Order on-line today, 24 hours every day orby phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.

  • Page 36: Warranty

    God. • Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance. • Damage caused after delivery. If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225 Printed in Korea ® servicers JE635...

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