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Important Safety Information
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy
Special Notes About Microwaving
Grounding Instructions
Operating Instructions
Features of Your Microwave
The Controls on Your Microwave
Time Cooking Features
Convenience Cooking Features
Other Features
Helpful Information
Microwave Terms
Care and Cleaning
If Something Goes Wrong
Troubleshooting Tips
Hotpoint Service Numbers
Warranty
Hotpoint.com
700 Watts
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Microwave Oven
Owner's Manual
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Page 1: Microwave Oven
The Controls on Your Microwave Time Cooking Features Convenience Cooking Features Other Features Helpful Information Microwave Terms Care and Cleaning If Something Goes Wrong Troubleshooting Tips Hotpoint Service Numbers Warranty Hotpoint.com 700 Watts Model: JES636 Microwave Oven Owner’s Manual Back Cover... -
Page 2: Need Help
Welcome Start Here!…Before using your Microwave Need Help? Write down the model and serial numbers here. They are located on the label on back of oven. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Read this manual. It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your microwave properly. -
Page 3: 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 4: Safety Precautions
INFORMATION BEFORE USING WARNING When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use. • Read and follow the specific “Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy”... - Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION • Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug, if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped. • Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
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Page 6: Special Notes About Microwaving
Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury. • Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure... - 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.
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Page 8: Microwave-Safe Cookware
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING 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 9: Grounding Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION • Use foil only as directed in this guide. TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than 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″... -
Page 10: Extension Cords
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ADAPTER PLUGS (Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada) Align large prongs/slots Ensure proper ground and firm connection TEMPORARY before use. METHOD Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently. Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the... -
Page 11: Features Of Your Microwave
The turntable may be removed for cleaning. NOTE: The oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven. The rating plate is located on the back of the oven. -
Page 12: The Controls On Your Microwave
Operating Instructions The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Time Features Press TIME COOK I and II (Press once or twice) -
Page 13: Convenience Features
Operating Instructions Convenience Features Press VEGETABLE BAKED POTATO PIZZA BEVERAGE FROZEN DINNER REHEAT COOK DEFROST Options 4 to 6-oz. or 8 to 10-oz. servings 1 to 4, 4 to 6-oz. or 8 to 10-oz. potatoes 1 slice or whole 1 to 4, 6 to 8-oz. or 10 to 12-oz. cups 1 or 2, 7 to 9-oz. -
Page 14: Changing Power Levels
90%. 5 Press START/OFF. 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. Power level High or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100% power. -
Page 15: Time Features
Operating Instructions Time Features Time Cook Time Cook allows you to program one or two different cooking stages. 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Change power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER. Select a desired power level 1 to 9 for 10% to 90%.) 4 Press START/OFF. - Page 16 Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High 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 Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook 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. (frozen) 10-oz.
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Page 18: Time Defrost
Operating Instructions Time Features Time Defrost 1 Press TIME DEFROST. 2 Enter defrosting time. 3 Press START/OFF. 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. -
Page 19: Defrosting Guide
Operating Instructions Defrosting Guide Food Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 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.) Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork... - Page 20 Operating Instructions Convenience Features Vegetable Pizza Beverage How to Use the Vegetable Feature Place fresh vegetables in the center of the microwave. The Pizza feature is for reheating one slice or heating a whole frozen pizza. The Beverage feature works best for heating a beverage that is at room temperature.
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Page 21: Baked Potato
Operating Instructions Baked Potato Frozen Dinner The Baked Potato feature cooks up to four small or large potatoes. For 4 to 6-oz. potatoes: 1 Press BAKED POTATO once. 2 Enter number of potatoes by pressing number pads. The display will count down to the time shown. - Page 22 Operating Instructions Convenience Features Reheat Defrost 1 Press DEFROST. 2 Enter food weight. Use the chart at right to enter food weight. For example, press pads 1 and 08 for 1 pound and 8 ounces. 3 Press START/OFF. The Reheat feature reheats previously cooked foods.
- Page 23 Operating Instructions Cook 1 Press COOK. 2 Enter code for type of food. See Code Chart at right. 3 Enter food weight. Use the chart at right to enter food weight. For example, press pads 1 and 08 for 1 pound and 8 ounces.
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Page 24: Other Features
Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Child Lock-Out Clock Timer Clear Start/Off You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. Press CLOCK to enter the time of day. The Timer operates as a minute timer. -
Page 25: Helpful Information
Helpful Information 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 26: Care And Cleaning
Helpful Information Care and Cleaning Helpful Hints How to Clean the Inside An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel, others may require a damp cloth. -
Page 27: How To Clean The Outside
Helpful Information 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 28: If Something Goes Wrong
DEFROST. 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 29: Things That Are Normal
If Something Goes Wrong Things That Are Normal • Steam or vapor escaping from around the door. • Light reflection around door or outer case. • Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other than high. •... -
Page 30: Hotpoint Service Numbers
800.626.2224 Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the Hotpoint Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! You can also shop for Expert Hotpoint repair service is only one step away from your door. -
Page 31: Parts And Accessories
Parts and Accessories Hotpoint.com 800.626.2002 Register Your Appliance Hotpoint.com A replacement glass turntable (WB49X10165) or turntable support ring (WB39X10013) is available at extra cost from our Parts Center and can be sent directly to your home (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). -
Page 32: What Is Covered
• Damage to product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God. • Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance. • Damage caused after delivery. Printed in China JES636...