GE Microwave Oven JES1140 User Manual

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Safety Instructions. . . . . . . .2–6  
Owner’s Manual  
Operating Instructions  
JES1140  
JES1142  
Convenience Features. . . . . . 13–15  
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Oven Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8  
Other Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 17  
Power Levels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
Time Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–12  
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . 19  
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . 20  
Things That Are Normal . . . . . . . . 20  
Consumer Support  
Consumer Support. . . . . .Back Cover  
Product Registration . . . . . . . . .21, 22  
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
Write the model and serial  
numbers here:  
Model # __________________  
Serial # ___________________  
You can find them on a label inside the  
oven.  
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WARNING!  
ARCING  
If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem.  
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven.  
Arcing is caused by:  
Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins or gold-  
rimmed dishes, in the microwave.  
Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.  
Recycled paper towels containing small metal  
pieces being used in the microwave.  
Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act  
like antennas).  
FOODS  
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.  
SUPERHEATED WATER  
Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea are able to  
be overheated beyond the boiling point without  
appearing to be boiling. 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 DISTURBED OR A SPOON  
OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO  
Some products such as whole eggs and sealed  
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microwave oven. Such use of the microwave oven  
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THE LIQUID.  
Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure will  
build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst,  
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Operating the microwave with no food inside for  
more than a minute or two may cause damage  
to the oven and could start a fire. It increases the  
heat around the magnetron and can shorten  
the life of the oven.  
heating it.  
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necks.  
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microwave oven for a short time before removing  
the container.  
Foods with unbroken outer “skin” such as potatoes,  
hot dogs, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken  
livers and other giblets and egg yolks should be  
pierced to allow steam to escape  
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utensil into the container.  
during cooking.  
Hot foods and steam can cause burns. Be careful  
when opening any containers of hot food, including  
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hands and face.  
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with the lid off. Make sure all infant food is  
thoroughly cooked. Stir food to distribute the heat  
evenly. Be careful to prevent scalding  
when warming formula. The container may feel  
cooler than the formula really is. Always test the  
formula before feeding the baby.  
Do not overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate  
and catch fire, causing damage to your oven.  
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least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F and  
poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature  
of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually  
protects against foodborne illness.  
Don’t defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked  
bottles (especially carbonated beverages). Even  
if the container is opened, pressure can build up.  
This can cause the container to burst, possibly  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
WARNING!  
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. Some cookware is labeled “suitable  
for microwaving.”  
Cookware may become hot because of heat  
transferred from the heated food. Pot holders may  
be needed to handle the cookware.  
“Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly closed  
plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented  
as directed by package. If they are not, plastic  
could burst during or immediately after cooking,  
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containers should be at least partially uncovered  
because they form a tight seal. When cooking  
with containers tightly covered with plastic wrap,  
remove covering carefully and direct steam away  
from hands and face.  
If you are not sure if a dish is microwave-safe,  
use this test: Place in the oven both the dish  
you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled  
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30–45 seconds at high. If the dish heats,  
it should not be used for microwaving.  
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  
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keep the foil at least 1" away from the sides of the  
oven.  
If the dish remains cool and only the water in  
the cup heats, then the dish is microwave-safe.  
If you use a meat thermometer while cooking,  
make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.  
Do not use recycled paper products. Recycled  
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contain metal flecks which may cause arcing  
or ignite. Paper products containing nylon or nylon  
filaments should be avoided, as they  
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microwave cooking is very useful, but should be  
used carefully. Even microwave-safe plastic may  
not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as  
are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or  
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cookware could ignite.  
may also ignite.  
Some styrofoam trays (like those that meat  
is packaged on) have a thin strip of metal  
embedded in the bottom. When microwaved,  
the metal can burn the floor of the oven or  
ignite a paper towel.  
Follow these guidelines:  
Use microwave-safe plastics only and use  
them in strict compliance with the cookware  
manufacturer’s recommendations.  
1
Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers.  
Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave  
ovens. Check the package for  
proper use.  
Do not microwave empty containers.  
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3
Do not permit children to use plastic cookware  
without complete supervision.  
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can be used to cover dishes in order to retain  
moisture and prevent spattering. Be sure to  
vent plastic wrap so steam can escape.  
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
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WARNING  
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.  
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet,  
it is your personal responsibility and obligation  
to have it replaced with a properly grounded  
3-prong wall outlet.  
This appliance is equipped with a power cord having  
a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug  
must be plugged into an outlet that is properly  
installed and grounded.  
Do not under any circumstances cut or remove  
the third (ground) prong from the power cord.  
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this appliance. If the power cord is too  
Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if  
the GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS are not completely  
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appliance is properly grounded.  
short, have a qualified electrician or service technician  
install an outlet near the appliance.  
(See EXTENSION CORDS section.)  
For best operation, plug this appliance into its  
own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights,  
blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker.  
ADAPTER PLUGS  
Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently.  
(Adapter plugs not  
permitted in Canada)  
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions,  
we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug.  
However, if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes  
permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly  
Align large  
prongs/slots  
grounded wall receptacle by the use of a UL listed adapter  
which is available at most local hardware stores.  
Ensure proper ground  
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in  
the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of  
the power cord.  
TEMPORARY  
METHOD  
and firm connection  
before use.  
CAUTION: Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground  
the appliance unless the cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and the wall receptacle is grounded  
through the house wiring.  
You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded.  
When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the adapter with one hand. If this  
is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use. Should this happen,  
DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established.  
Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected frequently.  
Do not use an adapter plug in these situations because frequent disconnection of the power cord places  
undue strain on the adapter and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal. You should  
have the 2-prong wall receptacle replaced with a 3-prong (grounding) receptacle by a qualified electrician  
before using the appliance.  
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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.  
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appliance;  
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can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.  
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oven is on. Cooking times may be longer, too.  
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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About the features of your microwave oven.  
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Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.  
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Features of the Oven  
Door Latch Release. Press latch release to  
open door.  
Door Latches.  
Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows  
cooking to be viewed while keeping  
microwaves confined in the oven.  
Removable Turntable. Turntable and support  
must be in place when using the oven. The  
turntable may be removed for cleaning.  
Convenience Guide.  
Removable Turntable Support. The turntable  
support must be in place when using the oven.  
Touch Control Panel Display.  
NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are  
located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.  
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About the features of your microwave oven.  
You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Not all features on all models.  
Popcorn Potato  
Pizza  
Beverage Reheat Vegetable  
Time Power Auto Time  
Cook Level Defrost Defrost  
Express Cook  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
7
9
Timer  
Clock  
0
Add  
30 Sec  
Clear  
Off  
Start  
Pause  
Cooking Controls  
Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.  
Time Features  
Press  
Enter  
Time Cook  
Amount of cooking time  
Press number pads  
TIME DEFROST  
POWER LEVEL  
EXPRESS COOK  
Amount of defrosting time  
Power level 1 to 10  
Starts immediately!  
Convenience Features  
Press  
Enter  
Option  
POPCORN  
Starts immediately!  
3.5 oz. or 3 oz.  
Press once, or twice  
BEVERAGE  
Starts immediately!  
1 cup, 2 cups or 3 cups  
Press once, twice  
or three times  
REHEAT  
Press once  
Enter cook  
see Cooking Guide  
TIME COOK  
Press once  
Enter Cooking Time  
Enter Defrost Time  
Starts immediately!  
TIME DEFROST  
Press one to four times  
PIZZA  
Press 1-4  
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Rest periods (when the microwave energy  
cycles off) give time for the food to “equalize”  
or transfer heat to the inside  
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If microwave energy did not cycle off,  
the outside of the food would cook before  
the inside was defrosted.  
Power  
Level  
Changing the Power Level  
The power level may be entered or  
changed before entering the time for  
Time Cook.  
Express Cook  
Press TIME COOK and enter cooking  
time.  
1
1
4
7
2
3
6
9
Press POWER LEVEL and select power  
level 1 to 10.  
2
5
8
Here are some examples of uses for various  
power levels:  
Press START.  
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HI - Power Level 10: Fish, bacon, vegetables,  
boiling liquids.  
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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. Power level 7 is  
microwave energy 70% of the time. Power  
level 3 is energy 30% of the time. Most  
cooking will be done on HI which gives you  
100% power. HI power level (Power Level  
10) will cook faster but food may need more  
frequent stirring, rotating or turning over.  
A lower setting will cook more evenly and  
need less stirring or rotating of the food.  
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or appearance if one of the lower settings is  
used. Use a lower power level when cooking  
foods that have a tendency to boil over, such  
as scalloped potatoes.  
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Med-High - Power Level 7: Gentle cooking  
of meat and poultry; baking casseroles and  
reheating.  
Start  
Pause  
Medium - Power Level 5: Slow cooking and  
tenderizing for stews and less tender cuts of  
meat.  
Low - Power Level 2 or 3: Defrosting;  
simmering; delicate sauces.  
Warm - Power Level 1: Keeping food warm;  
softening butter.  
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About the time features.  
Time Cook  
Time  
Cook  
Allows you to microwave for any time up  
to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.  
Defrosting and Cooking  
You can program the oven to automatically  
begin Time Cook after defrosting.  
HI power level is automatically set, but you  
Express Cook  
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Press AUTO DEFROST and select food  
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4
7
2
3
6
9
1 weight, or press TIME DEFROST and  
Press TIME COOK.  
1
2
enter defrosting time.  
5
8
Enter cooking time.  
Press POWER LEVEL. Change power  
2 level if you don’t want full power.  
Press START.  
3
(Press POWER LEVEL repeatedly to  
select a desired power level.)  
You may open the door during Time Cook  
to check the food. Close the door and  
press START to resume cooking.  
0
Enter the amount of cooking time.  
3
4
Press START.  
Start  
Pause  
The oven will begin defrosting. After  
defrosting is complete, Time Cook will  
count down.  
Express Cook  
Express Cook  
This is a quick way to set cooking time from 1-6 minutes.  
1
4
2
3
6
Press one of the Express Cook pads (from 1-6) for 1-6 minutes of cooking at power level  
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The power level can be changed as time is counting down. Press POWER LEVEL and enter  
1-10.  
NOTE: Express Cook function pertains to pads 1-6 only.  
Add 30 Sec  
It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed. Each touch  
will add 30 seconds, up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.  
Add  
30 Sec  
The oven will start immediately when pressed.  
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MyPyramid Feature  
(on some models)  
Allows you to microwave healthy food  
choices by servings.  
HI power level is automatically set, but you  
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Express Cook  
Press MyPyramid pad.  
1
4
7
2
3
6
9
1
Enter the food code. See Cooking Guide  
for MyPyramid below for codes.  
2
5
8
Enter the number of servings (1-4). Then  
the microwave will start immediately.  
3
You may open the door during cooking  
to check the food. Close the door and  
press START to resume cooking.  
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Cooking Guide for MyPyramid Feature  
NOTE: Use HI power level unless otherwise noted.  
Available  
Enter Code  
Food Choice  
Serving  
Ounces per serving  
Selection  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Rice  
Oatmeal  
Pasta  
1-4  
1-4  
1-4  
1-4  
1-4  
1-4  
1-4  
1-4  
1-4  
4 oz per serving  
4 oz per serving  
4 oz per serving  
4 oz per serving  
4 oz per serving  
4 oz per serving  
4 oz per serving  
4 oz per serving  
4 oz per serving  
Asparagus  
Broccoli  
Green Beans  
Corn  
Potato  
Green Peas  
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About the convenience features.  
Time Defrost  
Time  
Defrosting Tips  
Allows you to defrost for a selected length  
Defrost  
of time. See the Defrosting Guide for  
Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be  
defrosted in the package. Closed packages  
should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER  
food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage  
containers should be partially uncovered.  
suggested times. (Auto Defrost H[SODLQHGꢀLQꢀ  
the About the convenience features section.)  
Express Cook  
1 Press TIME DEFROST.  
1
4
7
2
3
6
9
2 Enter defrosting time.  
Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners  
can be defrosted and microwaved. If the  
food is in a foil container, transfer it to a  
microwave-safe dish.  
5
8
3 Press START.  
4 Turn the food over after half the time.  
5 Press START.  
Foods that spoil easily should not be  
allowed to sit out for more than one  
hour after defrosting. Room temperature  
promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.  
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At one half of selected defrosting time, turn  
food over and break apart or rearrange  
pieces for more even defrosting. Shield any  
warm areas with small pieces of foil. The  
oven will continue to defrost if you don’t open  
the door and turn the food.  
Start  
Pause  
For more even defrosting of larger foods,  
such as roasts, use Auto Defrost. Be sure  
large meats are completely defrosted  
before cooking.  
A dull thumping noise may be heard during  
defrosting. This is normal when oven is not  
operating at HI power.  
When defrosted, food should be cool  
but softened in all areas. If still slightly icy,  
return to the microwave very briefly, or let  
it stand a few minutes.  
Defrosting Guide  
Food  
Time  
Comments  
Breads, Cakes  
Bread, buns, or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min.  
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2 to 4 min.  
Rearrange after half the time.  
Fish and Seafood  
Fillets, frozen (1 lb.)  
6 to 9 min.  
3 to 7 min.  
Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.)  
Place block in casserole. Turn over and break up after half the time.  
Fruit  
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(10-oz. package)  
1 to 5 min.  
Meat  
Bacon (1 lb.)  
2 to 5 min.  
Place unopened package in oven. Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting.  
Franks (1 lb.)  
2 to 5 min.ꢀ  
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Let stand 5 minutes, if necessary, to complete defrosting.  
Ground meat (1 lb.)  
4 to 6 min.  
Turn meat over after first half of time.  
Use power level 10.  
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork 9 to 13 min.  
per lb.  
Steaks, chops and cutlets  
4 to 8 min.  
per lb.  
Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish. Turn over after first half of time and  
shield warm areas with foil. After second half of time, separate pieces with table  
knife. Let stand to complete defrosting.  
Poultry  
Chicken, broiler-fryer, cut up 14 to 20 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap and turn over after first half of time. After  
(21ø2 to 3 lbs.)  
second half of time, separate pieces and place in cooking dish. Microwave 2 to 4  
minutes more, if necessary. Let stand a few minutes to finish defrosting.  
20 to 25 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. After half the time, unwrap and turn chicken over.  
Shield warm areas with foil. To complete defrosting, run cold water in the cavity  
until giblets can be removed.  
Chicken, whole (21ø2 to 3 lbs.)  
Cornish hen  
7 to 13 min.  
per lb.  
Place unwrapped hen in the oven breast-side-up. Turn over after first half of time.  
Run cool water in the cavity until giblets can be removed.  
Turkey breast (4 to 6 lbs.)  
3 to 8 min.  
per lb.  
Place unwrapped breast in microwave-safe dish breast-side-down. After first half  
of time, turn breast-side-up and shield warm areas with foil. Defrost for second  
half of time. Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting.  
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Popcorn  
Popcorn  
To use the Popcorn feature:  
Follow package instructions, using  
1 Time Cook if the package is less than  
Use only with prepackaged  
microwave popcorn weighing  
3.0 to 3.5 ounces.  
1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces.  
Place the package of popcorn in the  
center of the microwave.  
Press POPCORN once for a 3.5 ounce  
2 package of popcorn, twice for a 3.0  
ounce package. The oven starts  
immediately.  
Reheat  
Reheat  
Press Reheat pad.  
1
Enter the food code. See Cooking Guide  
2 for Reheat feature below for codes.  
Enter the number of servings (1-4). Then  
the microwave will start immediately.  
3
You may open the door during cooking  
to check the food. Close the door and  
press START to resume cooking.  
Cooking Guide for REHEAT feature  
Available  
Serving  
Enter Code  
Food Choice  
Ounces per serving  
Selection  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Pasta  
Meats  
1-4  
1-4  
1-4  
1-4  
1-4  
1
4 oz per serving  
4 oz per serving  
4 oz per serving  
4 oz per serving  
4 oz per serving  
4 oz per serving  
Veggies  
Beverage  
Sauces  
Plate  
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About the convenience features.  
Beverage  
Beverage  
Drinks heated with the Beverage feature  
may be very hot. Remove the container  
with care.  
To use the Beverage feature:  
Press BEVERAGE pad. The microwave  
will automatically be set to heat an 8  
ounce beverage. The microwave will start  
immediately.  
If you would like to change the the setting  
for the beverage size:  
Press BEVERAGE pad.  
1
Press the key pad for the following  
2serving size:  
Key Pad  
Ounces per Serving  
4 ounces  
1
2
3
4
8 ounces  
12 ounces  
16 ounces  
The microwave will start immediately.  
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Pizza (on some models)  
Pizza  
To use the Pizza feature:  
Press PIZZA pad. The microwave will  
automatically be set to heat 1 piece of pizza.  
The microwave will start immediately.  
If you would like to change the the setting  
for a different amount of servings:  
Press PIZZA pad.  
1
Press the key pad for the following  
2serving size:  
Key Pad  
No. of Servings  
1 Piece of Pizza  
2 pieces of Pizza  
3 pieces of Pizza  
4 pieces of Pizza  
1
2
3
4
The microwave will start immediately.  
3
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Potato (on some models)  
Potato  
To use the Potato feature:  
Press the POTATO pad.  
1
Press the number of servings 1-4. The  
2 oven will start immediately.  
To use the Vegetable feature:.  
Press VEGETABLE pad.  
Vegetable  
1
Enter the Vegetable code. See Cooking  
2 Guide for Vegetables below for codes.  
Enter the number of servings (1-4). Then  
the microwave will start immediately.  
3
Cooking Guide for VEGETABLE Feature  
Vegetable  
Code  
Type of  
Vegetables  
Available Serving  
Selection  
Ounces per Serving  
1
2
3
Fresh  
Frozen  
Canned  
1-4 Servings  
1-4 Servings  
1-4 Servings  
4 ounces per serving  
4 ounces per serving  
4 ounces per serving  
Auto Defrost/Defrost  
(on some models)  
Auto  
There is a handy guide located on the inside  
front of the oven.  
Defrost  
Use Auto Defrost/Defrost (on some models)  
for meat, poultry and fish weighing up to 2.5  
pounds. Use Time Defrost (on some models)  
for most other frozen foods.  
Start  
Pause  
Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting  
times and power levels to give even defrosting  
results for meats, poultry and fish.  
1 Press AUTO DEFROST/DEFROST.  
2 between 0.1 - 6.0 pounds.  
Remove meat from package and place  
on microwave-safe dish.  
Enter the number of pounds, select  
Express Cook  
When the oven signals, turn the food over.  
Remove defrosted meat or shield warm  
areas with small pieces of foil.  
1
4
7
2
3
6
9
Press START.  
3
5
8
After defrosting, most meats need to stand  
5 minutes to complete defrosting. Large  
roasts should stand for about  
30 minutes.  
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About the other features.  
Clock  
Clock  
Press to enter the time of day.  
Express Cook  
1 Press CLOCK.  
2 Enter time of day.  
3 Press CLOCK.  
1
4
7
2
3
6
9
5
8
0
Start  
Pause  
Pause  
Start  
START/PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display.  
Press START/PAUSE again to restart the oven.  
Pause  
Child Lock-Out  
Clear  
You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally  
started or used by children.  
Off  
To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CLEAR/OFF for about three seconds.  
When the control panel is locked, the lock indicator will be lit.  
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Timer  
Timer  
This pad performs the following functions:  
It operates as a minute timer.  
It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting.  
How to Use as a Minute Timer  
The Timer operates without microwave energy.  
1Press TIMER.  
2 Enter the amount of time you want to count down.  
3 Press START. When the time is up, the timer will signal.  
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Microwave terms.  
Term  
Arcing  
Definition  
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.  
recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.  
Covering  
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Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time. Venting plastic wrap  
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Shielding  
In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over-browning. When  
microwaving, you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs  
on poultry, which would cook before larger parts.  
Standing Time When you cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking  
or to set. Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved cake  
is not placed on a cooling rack.  
Venting  
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Care and cleaning of the microwave oven.  
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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; others may require a damp cloth. Remove  
greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse with a damp cloth. Do not use  
abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls.  
To clean the surface of the door and the surface of the oven that come together upon  
closing, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents using a sponge or soft cloth.  
Rinse with a damp cloth and dry.  
Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave.  
Removable Turntable and Turntable Support  
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in warm, sudsy water or in the dishwasher. The turntable and support can be broken if  
dropped. Remember, do not operate the oven without the turntable and  
support in place.  
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 with a damp cloth and then dry.  
Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth.  
Control Panel and Door  
Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts of soap  
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can also scratch the control panel.  
Door Surface  
It is important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. Use only  
mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.  
Power Cord  
If the cord becomes soiled, unplug and wash with a damp cloth. For stubborn spots, sudsy  
water may be used, but be certain to rinse with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly before  
plugging cord into outlet.  
Stainless Steel (on some models)  
Do not use a steel-wood pad; it will scratch the surface.  
To clean the stainless steel surface, use a hot, damp cloth with a mild detergent suitable  
for stainless steel surfaces. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to remove soap. Dry with a dry, clean  
cloth. Always scrub lightly in the direction of the grain.  
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Troubleshooting Tips.  
Problem  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
Oven will not start  
A fuse in your home may be ꢀ  
blown or the circuit breaker  
tripped.  
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outlet.  
into wall outlet.  
Door not securely closed.ꢀ  
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Control panel lighted,  
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to unlock the control.  
Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven  
Steam or vapor escaping from around  
TV/radio interference might be noticed while  
the door.  
using the microwave. Similar to  
the interference caused by other small  
appliances, it does not indicate a problem  
with the microwave. Plug the microwave  
into a different electrical circuit, move the  
radio or TVas far away from the microwave  
as possible, or check the position and signal  
of the TV/radio antenna.  
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.  
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Notes.  
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Notes.  
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GE Microwave Oven Warranty.  
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,  
or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service,  
on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.  
GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial and model numbers  
available when calling for service.  
Staple your receipt here.  
Proof of the original purchase  
date is needed to obtain service  
under the warranty.  
For The Period Of: GE Will Replace:  
One Year  
From the date of the  
original purchase  
Any part of the microwave oven which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.  
During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related  
service to replace the defective part.  
For the above limited warranty: To avoid any trip charges, you must take the microwave oven to a General Electric Customer  
®
Care servicer and pick it up following service. In-home service is also available, but you must pay for the service technician’s  
travel costs to your home.  
What GE Will Not Cover:  
Service trips to your home to teach you how to  
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit  
use the product.  
breakers.  
Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.  
Product not accessible to provide required service.  
Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods  
or acts of God.  
Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible  
Failure of the product or damage to the product if it is  
abused, misused (for example, cavity arcing from wire  
rack or metal/foil), or used for other than the intended  
purpose or used commercially.  
defects with this appliance.  
Damage caused after delivery.  
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this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or  
fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.  
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use  
within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a 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.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you  
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights  
are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.  
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225  
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Consumer Support.  
GE Appliances Website  
GEAppliances.com  
Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day,  
any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals,  
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your questions, and so much more…  
Schedule Service  
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your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during normal business  
hours.  
Real Life Design Studio  
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people of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and  
mental abilities and impairments. For details of GE’s Universal Design applications, including kitchen design  
ideas for people with disabilities, check out our Website today. For the hearing impaired, please call 800.TDD.  
GEAC (800.833.4322).  
Extended Warranties  
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is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours.  
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Parts and Accessories  
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Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes  
(VISA, MasterCard, and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or  
by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours.  
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally  
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cause unsafe operation.  
Contact Us  
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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  
GE Appliances, Appliance Park  
Louisville, KY 40225  
Register Your Appliance  
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communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise.  
You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.  
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