GE JVM1851 Owner's Manual

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Page 1 Foods ....4, 5 For Service ... .38 JVM1850 Grounding Things That Are JVM1851 Instructions ... .8 Normal With Your JVM1860 Microwave-Safe Microwave Oven .
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 www.geappliancescanada.com Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. Do not mount this Do not immerse power cord appliance over a sink. or plug in water. This over-the-range oven To reduce the risk of fire was designed for use over in the oven cavity: ranges no wider than 36″...
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 Foil not molded to food for sparks in the oven. Arcing (upturned edges act like is caused by: antennas).
Page 5 www.geappliancescanada.com Spontaneous boiling— SUPERHEATED WATER Under certain special Microwaved water and other circumstances, liquids liquids do not always bubble may start to boil during or when they reach the boiling shortly after removal from point. They can actually get the microwave oven. superheated and not bubble To prevent burns from at all.
Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used Do not use recycled paper in your microwave oven is products. Recycled paper suitable for microwaving. towels, napkins and waxed Most glass casseroles, cooking paper can contain metal dishes, measuring cups, flecks which may cause...
Page 7 www.geappliancescanada.com “Boilable” cooking pouches Plastic cookware—Plastic and tightly closed plastic cookware designed for bags should be slit, pierced microwave cooking is very or vented as directed by useful, but should be used package. If they are not, carefully. Even microwave- plastic could burst during safe plastic may not be as or immediately after...
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: The Vent Fan
www.geappliancescanada.com THE VENT FAN The fan will operate automatically under certain conditions (see Automatic Fan feature). Take care to prevent the starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is in use. Clean the underside of the microwave often. Do not allow grease to build up on the microwave or the fan filters.
Page 10: Optional Kits
Decorative Panel Kit JX22SS—Stainless Steel When replacing a Hi/Low range, the decorative panel kit fills in the area between the microwave and the range left by the Hi/Low model. Available at extra cost from your GE supplier.
Page 11: Microwave Oven
About the features of your microwave oven. www.geappliancescanada.com Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 950 Watts Features of the Oven Door Handle. Pull to open Cooktop Lights. the door. The door must Grease Filters. be securely latched for the microwave to operate.
Page 12: Cooking Controls
About the features of your microwave oven. You can microwave by time, temperature, or with the sensor features. ONE TOUCH SENSOR TIME TIME AUTO/QUICK POPCORN REHEAT VEGETABLE COOK DEFROST DEFROST CHICKEN/ BEVERAGE POTATO FISH EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
Page 13: Power Level
About changing the power level. www.geappliancescanada.com 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. High (power level 10) or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100% power.
Page 14 About the time features. Time Cook I TIME Allows you to microwave for any time up to COOK 99 minutes and 99 seconds. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
Page 15 www.geappliancescanada.com Cooking Guide for Time Cook I and Time Cook II NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) .45kg/1 lb. 6 to 9 min., In 1 ⁄ -qt. oblong glass baking Med-High (7) dish, place 1/4 cup water.
Page 16 About the time features. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Corn (frozen kernel) .28kg/10-oz. package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears 3 to 4 min. In 2-qt. oblong glass baking per ear dish, place corn.
Page 17 www.geappliancescanada.com Time Defrost TIME Allows you to defrost for the length of time you DEFROST select. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Power level 3 is automatically set, but you may change this for more flexibility. You may defrost EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
Page 18: Defrosting Guide
About the time features. Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1 min. Sweet rolls (approx. .34kg/12 oz.) 3 to 5 min. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (.45kg/1 lb.) 6 to 8 min. 5 to 7 min. Place block in casserole.
Page 19: Express Cook
www.geappliancescanada.com Express Cook EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK 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 20 About the auto feature. Auto/Quick Defrost AUTO/QUICK DEFROST The Auto/Quick Defrost feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press AUTO/QUICK DEFROST once for Auto Defrost or twice for Quick Defrost. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
Page 21 About the sensor features. www.geappliancescanada.com Humidity Sensor What happens when using the Sensor Features: The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and Covered amounts of food. The proper containers and covers are essential for best sensor cooking.
Page 22 About the sensor features. Popcorn POPCORN How to Use the Popcorn Feature Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 0.05kg (1.7 ounces) EXPRESS COOK or larger than 0.10kg (3.5 ounces). Place the Use only with prepackaged package of popcorn in the center of the microwave popcorn weighing microwave.
Page 23 www.geappliancescanada.com Beverage BEVERAGE Press BEVERAGE once to heat an 8-10 oz cup of coffee or other beverage. Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot. Remove the container with care. Reheat How to Use the Reheat feature: Place the cup of liquid or covered food in the oven.
Page 24 About the sensor features. Sensor Cooking Vegetables, Potatoes, Fish, Chicken Pieces Place covered food in the oven. Press the food pad. For vegetables, press the VEGETABLE pad once for fresh vegetables, twice for frozen vegetables, or three times for canned Sensor cooking gives you easy, automatic results with vegetables.
Page 25 Other features your model may have. www.geappliancescanada.com Custom CUSTOM The CUSTOM pad allows you to save your most frequently used settings. (Sensor cooking settings cannot be saved). EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK To set and save a setting: EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK Press the CUSTOM pad.
Page 26 Other features your model may have. Delay Start Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 24 hours. Press DELAY START. Select the cooking or defrosting feature you wish to delay, then enter the cooking or defrosting time. Press START.
Page 27 www.geappliancescanada.com Reminder 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 EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK to 24 hours later. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
Page 28 Other features your model may have. Turntable For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. TURNTABLE It can be turned off for large dishes. Press TURNTABLE to turn the turntable on or off. Sometimes the turntable can become too hot to touch. Be careful touching the turntable during and after cooking.
Page 29 www.geappliancescanada.com Options OPTIONS Press the OPTIONS pad multiple times to cycle through the available options. Auto Nite Light EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK The Auto Nite Light can be set to come on and go off at desired times. EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK EXPRESS COOK...
Page 30 Other features your model may have. Shelf Food microwaves best when placed on the turntable or on the shelf in the lower position. For best cooking results, remove the shelf unless you are reheating on more than one level. How to Use the Shelf When Microwaving Make sure the shelf is positioned properly...
Page 31 www.geappliancescanada.com Shelf and Reheating To reheat on 2 levels To reheat 2 dishes on the lower level: Switch places after 1/2 time Multiply reheat time by 1 Switch places after 1/2 the time. Switch places after 1/2 time To reheat on 3 levels: Turn the turntable off.
Page 32: Microwave Terms
Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is Arcing caused by: the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the microwave walls. metal or foil touching the side of the oven. foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
Page 33: Care And Cleaning
Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. www.geappliancescanada.com Helpful Hints Open the oven door a few minutes after cooking to air out the inside. An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. NOTE: Be certain the power is off before cleaning any part of this oven.
Page 34 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. Bottom Clean off the grease and dust on the bottom often. Use a solution of warm water and detergent.
Page 35 Replacing the lightbulbs. www.geappliancescanada.com Cooktop Light/Night Light On models JVM1850 and JVM1851, replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your GE supplier. Remove On model JVM1860, replace the burned-out bulb with screw a 20-watt halogen bulb (WB36X10213), available from your GE supplier.
Page 36 About the exhaust feature. Charcoal Filter The Vent Fan (on some models) The vent fan has 2 metal reusable grease filters. Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter. Reusable Grease Filters (on all models) Reusable Grease Filters The metal filters trap grease released by foods on the cooktop.
Page 37 Charcoal Filter (on some models) The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must be replaced. Order Part No. WB02X10733 from your GE supplier. If the model is not vented to the outside, the air will be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that helps remove smoke and odors.
Page 38: Before You Call For Service
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 Possible Causes What To Do Replace fuse or reset Oven will not start A fuse in your home may •...
Page 39 www.geappliancescanada.com 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. TV/radio interference might be noticed while using the microwave.
Page 40 Notes.
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Page 42 Notes.
Page 43 GE Microwave Oven Warranty. All warranty sevice provided by our Factory Staple your receipt here. Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Proof of the original Care technician. ® purchase date is needed For service, call 1-800-361-3400. to obtain service under the warranty.
Page 44: Service Telephone Numbers
Service Satisfaction Service Satisfaction If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, follow these three steps. First, contact the people who serviced your If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, follow If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from Camco, follow appliance.

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