0 ge.com Sofety instructions .......... Operating Instructions Auto Feature ..................... 2-11 JES1460 21 Care and Cleaning ............. 29, 30 Changing Power Level ............ 14 Features of Your Microwave Oven .............. 12, 13 Microwave Terms ................. 28 Other Features ................ 26, 27 Sensor Features ............... 22-25 Time Features ................ 15-20 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call for Service .....................
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. WARNING! To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy: PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURETO EXCESSIVEMICROWAVE ENERGY Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energg. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safetg interlocks.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. ge.com Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual. ii_:This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use. Do not store anuthing directlg on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug, if it is not working properlU,or if it has been damaged or dropped.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. 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 or foil touching the side of the oven. Foil not molded to food Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold-rimmed dishes,in the microwave. Recgcled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave. (upturned edges act like antennas).
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. SUPERHEATED WATER Liquids,such as water, coffee or tea, are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visiblebubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THISCOULDRESULTtN VERY HOTLtQUtDSSUDDENLY BOILINGOVERWHENTHE CONTAINER t5 DISTURBED OR A SPOONOR OTHERUTENSIL 15INSERTEDINTOTHELIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury to persons: Do not overheat the liquid.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. 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.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. i: "Boilable"cookingpouches andtightly closedplastic bagsshouldbeslit, pierced or ventedasdirectedby package.If they are not, plasticcouldburstduringor immediatelyafter cooking, possiblyresultingin injury. Also,plasticstorage containersshouldbe at least partiallyuncoveredbecause they form a tight seal.When cookingwith containers tightlycoveredwith plastic wrap,removecovering carefullyand directsteam away from handsandface. Usefoil only as directed in this guide.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. 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 bU providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. ge.com ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance's power cord will be disconnected infrequently. Because of potential safetg hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug. However, if gou still elect to use an adapter, (Adapter plug PermittedinCanada) Align large P[ongs/sl°ts _ I_--_-_ II I_.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. WARNING! EXTENSION CORDS A short power suppIUcord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords ma U be used if Uouare careful in using them.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. ge.com READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. _ _ q r- Features of the Oven 0 0 @ 0 0 0 Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screenallows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. Convenience Guide. Touch Control Panel and Display. Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door. Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven.
ge.com You can microwave bg time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature. [_ T,.EcooK}f_'-_"UTO/T"EI POWER LEVEL ADD 30 SEC. [ c_ POPCORN POTATO } { _])3EVERAGE _ } [_ REHEAT _ VEGETABLE} C&H/I;EN 0 Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before _tou begin.
About changing the power level. The power level mau be entered or changed [_AUTO/T_ME} {(_'_ T,ME COOKJ DEFROST J ['_J J immediatelu after entering the feature time for TIME COOK,TIlE DEFROSTor EXPRESSCOOK.The power level mo Ualso be changed during time countdown. _ PressTIME COOKor select Time Defrost. _ Enter cooking or defrosting time. _ PressPOWERLEVEL. _ Selectdesired power level !-!0. _ PressSTART. DISPLAY ON/OFF © START P_-E Variable power levels add flexibilitg to microwave cooking.
About the time features, [_T''ECOOKI ge.com Time Cook Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds, Power level 10 (High) is automaticallg change it for more flexibilitg, set, but gou mag PressTIME COOK. Enter cooking t me DISPLAV ON/OFF (_ START Change power level if gou don't want full power, ............... (PressPOWERLEVEL.Selecta desired power level !-!0,) _" PressSTART.
About the time feotures. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Amount Time Comments 10-oz. package 5 to 8 min., Hed-High (7) 4 to 7 min. In lY2-qt, oblong gloss baking dish, place 1/4 cup water. In !-qt. casserole. (freshgreen) 1 lb. cut in half 10 to 15 min. (frozen green) lO-oz, package 4 to 8 min. (frozenlima) lO-oz, package 4 to 8 min. In lY2-qt, casserole,place 1/2 cup water. In 1-qt. casserole,place 2tablespoons water. In 1-qt.
ge.com Amount Time Comments [frozenkernel) lO-oz, package 2 to 6 min. In !-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. Cornon thecob (fresh) 1to Sears 1!/4to 4 min. per ear lear 2 to 6ears 3 to 6 min. 2 to 3 min. per ear In 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, place corn. If corn is in husk, use no water; if corn has been husked, add 1/4 cup water. Rearrange after half of time. Place in 2-qt. oblong glass baking dish. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Rearrange after half of time.
About the time features. Time Defrost [_AUTOITINE} U_" DEFROST ] Allows gou to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. (Auto Defrost explained in the About the outo feature section.) _ Press AUTO/TIlE DEFROSTtwice. _ Enter defrosting time. _ Press START. Turn food over when the oven signals. DISPLAY ON/OFF © START PAUSE _ Press START. Power levelis automaticallg set at ] but can be changed.
ge.com Defrosting Guide Time Breads, Cakes Bread,bunsor roils (1 piece. Sweet rolls (ooorox.J2 oz.) 1/4 min. 2 to 4 rain. FishandSeafood Fillets, frozen (i lb.) 6 to 9 min. Shellfish, small pieces (! tb.) 3 to 7 rain. Fruit Plasticpouch--1 or2 !o,oZ,.package! 2 to 5 min. Franks (1 lb.) 2 to 5 min. Ground meat (1 _o.J Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork 4 to 6 min. 9 to 13 min. Steaks, chops and cutlets per lb. 4 to 8 min. per lb. Chicken, whole (2_/2to 5 lbsJ Cornish hen Turkey breast (4 to 61as.
About the time features. Express Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for J-6 minutes. Pressone of the Express Cook pads (from ! to 6) for ! to 6 minutes of cooking at power level lO. For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time. The power level can be changed as time is counting down. PressPOWERLEVELand enter !-!0. Add 30 Seconds ¸ ADD 30 SEC. You con use this feature two ways: It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed.
About the auto feature, ge.com Auto Defrost 1_,_,_,_,_,_,_,_,_,_ A U T 0 /T IFIE 1 ['_-_." DEFROST J TheAuto/Time Defrost feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press AUTO/TIlE DEFROSTonce for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost. UseAuto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levelsto give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish weighing up to 6 pounds.
About the sensor lectures. Humidity Sensor The Sensor Features detect the increasing humiditu released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various tupes and amounts of food. Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession on the same food portion-it ma U result in severelU overcooked or burnt food. If food is undercooked after the countdown, use Time Cookfor additional cooking time.
ge.com Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: ii Useonlywith prepackagedmicrowave popcornweighing17B to 35 ounces NOTE:Donot usethisfeature twicein succession on the samefoodportion--it may resultin severelyovercooked or burntfood. Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is lessthan 1.75ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave. PressPOPCORN.The oven starts immediatelg.
About the sensor features. Reheat The Reheat feature reheats single servings of previouslU cooked foods or a plate of leftovers. Place covered food in the oven. PressREHEAT. The oven starts immediatel U. How to Changethe AutomaticSettings Toreducetime by 10%: Press1 afterthefeaturepad. Toadd10%to cookingtime: Press9 afterthefeaturepad. NOTE:Donot usethisfeature twicein succession on the samefoodportion--it may resultin severelyovercooked or burntfood.
ge.com Sensor Cooking Vegetables, Potatoes, Fish, Chicken Pieces I VEOETAOLE]Place covered food in the oven. Pressthe food pad. FISH For vegetables, press the VEGETABLEpad once for fresh vegetables, twice for frozen vegetables or three times for canned vegetables. For chicken or fish, press the CHICKEN/FISHpad once for chicken pieces or twice for fish. The oven starts immediately.
About theotherfeatures. Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display FOOD ISREADYand beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF. Clock Pressto enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving. !i)i_!ili_II i!ii i
