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GE JES838 Owner's Manual

GE JES838 Owner's Manual

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Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Care and
Cleaning . . . . . . . .31, 32
Changing the
Power Level . . . . . . . . .16
Features . . . . . . . . .23-26
Microwave Terms . . . . .30
Other Features . . . .27-29
Time Features . . . .17-22
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
____________
Model #
____________
Serial #
Find these numbers on
a label inside the oven.
. . .2-11
. . . . . . . . . . . .33, 34
Microwave Oven . . . . .34
Consumer Support
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . .35
Owner's
Manual
JES838
164D3370P311 49-40381 06-03 JR

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ... .33, 34 Manual Operating Instructions Things That Are JES838 Care and Normal With Your Cleaning ..31, 32 Microwave Oven ..34...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY...
  • Page 3 GE does not support any servicing of the microwave. We strongly Do not store this appliance outdoors. recommend that you do not attempt Do not use this product near water—...
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! ARCING If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term Metal, such as twist-ties, for sparks in the oven. Arcing poultry pins, or gold-rimmed is caused by: dishes, in the microwave.
  • Page 5 www.GEAppliances.com SUPERHEATED WATER Avoid heating baby food in glass jars, even with the lid off. Liquids, such as water, coffee or Make sure all infant food is tea are able to be overheated thoroughly cooked. Stir food beyond the boiling point without to distribute the heat evenly.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used in Do not use recycled paper your microwave oven is suitable products. Recycled paper for microwaving. Most glass towels, napkins and waxed casseroles, cooking dishes, paper can contain metal measuring cups, custard cups, flecks which may cause arcing...
  • Page 7 www.GEAppliances.com “Boilable” cooking pouches Plastic cookware—Plastic and tightly closed plastic bags cookware designed for should be slit, pierced or microwave cooking is very vented as directed by package. useful, but should be used If they are not, plastic could carefully. Even microwave-safe burst during or immediately plastic may not be as tolerant after cooking, possibly...

  • Page 8: Grounding Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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 by providing an escape wire for the electric current.

  • Page 9: Adapter Plugs

    www.GEAppliances.com ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently. Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, (Adapter plugs not we strongly recommend against the permitted in Canada) use of an adapter plug. However, Align large prongs/slots if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes permit,...

  • Page 10: Extension Cords

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! EXTENSION CORDS A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them. If an extension cord is used—...

  • Page 11: Save These Instructions

    www.GEAppliances.com READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 12 About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 800 Watts...

  • Page 13: Cleaning

    www.GEAppliances.com Features of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. Convenience Guide. Touch Control Panel Display. Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door. Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven.

  • Page 14: Power Level

    About the features of 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 Convenience Features TIME COOK POPCORN BEVERAGE REHEAT TIME DEFROST BAKED POTATO 30 SEC.

  • Page 15: Cooking Controls

    www.GEAppliances.com Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press Enter TIME COOK Amount of cooking time Press once or twice TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time 30 SEC. Starts immediately! EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately! POWER LEVEL Power level 1–10 Convenience Features Press...
  • Page 16 About changing the power level. The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for Time Cook, Time Defrost or Express Cook. The power level may also be changed during time countdown. POWER LEVEL Press TIME COOK or TIME DEFROST. Enter cooking or defrosting time.
  • Page 17 About the time features. www.GEAppliances.com Time Cook Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes TIME COOK and 99 seconds. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility.
  • Page 18 About the time features. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 7 to 10 min., In 1 ⁄ -qt. oblong glass baking Med-High (7) dish, place 1/4 cup water. (frozen spears) 10-oz.
  • Page 19 www.GEAppliances.com Vegetable Amount Time Comments Corn (frozen kernel) In 1-qt. casserole, place 10-oz. package 4 to 8 min. 2 tablespoons water. Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears 3 to 5 min. In 2-qt. glass baking dish, place per ear corn.
  • Page 20 About the time features. Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. TIME DEFROST Press TIME DEFROST. Enter defrosting time. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Press START. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Power level is automatically set at 3, but can be changed.
  • Page 21 www.GEAppliances.com Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/2 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 3 to 6 min. Rearrange after half the time. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 8 to 12 min. Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 5 to 8 min.
  • Page 22 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) EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.
  • Page 23 About the convenience features. www.GEAppliances.com Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using Time Cook POPCORN if the package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave. EXPRESS COOK (less time) (more time)
  • Page 24 About the convenience features. Reheat The Reheat feature reheats many previously cooked foods. REHEAT Press REHEAT. Select food type 1–3 for 4 ounces of food or food EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK type 4 for a plate of leftovers (see Reheat Guide below).

  • Page 25: Baked Potato

    www.GEAppliances.com Baked Potato The Baked Potato feature cooks up to three 8- to 10-ounce potatoes. BAKED POTATO Press BAKED POTATO. The serving size is automatically set at 1, but can be changed by pressing 2 or 3 for two EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK or three potatoes.
  • Page 26 About the convenience features. Auto Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. AUTO DEFROST Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...

  • Page 27: About The Other Features

    About the other features. www.GEAppliances.com Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food 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.

  • Page 28: About The Other Features

    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 STOP for about three seconds. When the control panel is CLEAR CLEAR locked, LOC will be displayed.
  • Page 29 www.GEAppliances.com Timer This pad performs three functions: It operates as a minute timer. TIMER It can be set to delay cooking. It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK The Timer operates without microwave energy. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...

  • Page 30: 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). metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
  • Page 31 Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. www.GEAppliances.com 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 Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel;...
  • Page 32 Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. 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 33: Troubleshooting Tips

    Troubleshooting Tips. www.GEAppliances.com Problem Possible Causes What To Do Oven will not start • A fuse in your home Replace fuse or reset may be blown or the circuit breaker. circuit breaker tripped. • Power surge. Unplug the microwave oven; then plug it back in. •...

  • Page 34: Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven

    Troubleshooting Tips. Things That 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 the blower sound at power levels other than high. Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.

  • Page 35: One Year Limited Warranty

    Return the product to the retail of the defect. location where it was purchased. What GE Will Not Cover: Customer instruction. This owner’s Replacement of house fuses or manual provides information resetting of circuit breakers.

  • Page 36: Consumer Support

    800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Contact Us www.GEAppliances.com 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: General Manager, Customer Relations...

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