Microwave Oven www.GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions . . . . . . . .2–6 Operating Instructions Convenience Features . . . .13–15 Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . .18 Oven Features . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8 Other Features . . . . . . . . . .16, 17 Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Time Features . . . . . . . . . .10–12 Owner’s Manual JES1142SJ Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . .19 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .20 Things That Are Normal . . . . .20 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . .
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. 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.
GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 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 goldrimmed 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).
Safety Instructions 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.
GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING—Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. 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.
Safety Instructions 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.
About the features of your microwave oven. GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1100 Watts Operating Instructions Features of the Oven Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door. 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.
You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the features of your microwave oven. Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin.
About changing the power level. 1 Press POWER LEVEL repeatedly to select power level 0 to HI. 2 3 Enter cooking time. Press START. Rest periods (when the microwave energy cycles off) give time for the food to “equalize” or transfer heat to the inside of the food. An example of this is shown with power level 30—the defrost cycle. If microwave energy did not cycle off, the outside of the food would cook before the inside was defrosted.
Safety Instructions About the time features. Time Cook Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. HI power level is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. 1 Operating Instructions 2 3 Change power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL repeatedly to select a desired power level.) Defrosting and Cooking You can program the oven to automatically begin Time Cook after defrosting.
GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use HI power level unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package 5 to 8 min., Med-High (7) 4 to 7 min. Beans (fresh green) (frozen green) (frozen lima) 1 lb. cut in half 10-oz. package 10-oz. package 10 to 15 min. 4 to 8 min. 4 to 8 min. In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water. In 1-qt.
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the time features. Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. (Auto Defrost explained in the About the convenience features section.) 1 2 3 4 5 Press TIME DEFROST. Enter defrosting time. Press START. Turn the food over after half the time. Press START.
About the convenience features. GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces. 1 Follow package instructions, using Time Cook 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. 2 Press POPCORN once for a 3.5 ounce package of popcorn, twice for a 3.0 ounce package or three times for a 1.75 ounce package.
Safety Instructions About the convenience features. Cook The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods. 1 Press COOK repeatedly to select food type 1–5. 2 Press START. Cook Guide Operating Instructions Food Type 1 Canned Vegetables 2 Soup Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 3 Potatoes 14 Weight 1 can (14 to 16 oz.) 12 oz. Comments Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
GEAppliances.com Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish weighing up to 2.5 pounds. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the oven. Guide Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish. 1 Press AUTO DEFROST repeatedly to select 1 to 2.5 pounds. 2 Press START. ■ Remove meat from package and place on microwave-safe dish.
Safety Instructions About the other features. Clock Press to enter the time of day. Operating Instructions 1 2 3 Press CLOCK once to select 12 hour time or twice to select 24 hour time. Enter time of day. Press CLOCK. Pause/Clear In addition to cancelling selections, PAUSE/CLEAR allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display. Press START to restart the oven.
GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions Kitchen Timer This pad performs three functions: ■ It operates as a minute timer. ■ It can be set to delay cooking. ■ It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting. How to Use as a Minute Timer The Kitchen Timer operates without microwave energy. Press KITCHEN TIMER. Enter the amount of time you want to count down. Press START. When the time is up, the timer will signal.
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. ■ recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces. Covering Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape.
Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 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 Operating Instructions Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel; others may require a damp cloth.
Safety Instructions 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. • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Power surge. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in. Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet. • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet. Door not securely closed. • Open the door and close securely. Door not securely closed.
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GE Microwave Oven Warranty. Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. 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 full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service costs to repair or replace the defective part.
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