Models: JVM1750 EVM1750 HVM1750 LVM1750 Spacemaker Microwave Oven Owner’s Manual Important Safety Information Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy Special Notes About Microwaving 2 2 5 Operating Instructions 10 Features of Your Microwave The Controls on Your Microwave Time Cooking Custom Cooking Automatic Cooking Other Features Oven Shelf 10 11 14 20 21 29 34 Helpful Information 36 Microwave Terms Care and Cleaning 36 37 If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING FOR YOUR SAFETY 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.
WARNING When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is intended for household use and is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges. This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use. • Read and follow the specific “Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy” on page 2. • This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING • Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water—for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, near a sink or in similar locations. • Keep power cord away from heated surfaces. • Do not immerse power cord or plug in water. • To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: — Do not overcook food.
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING 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: • Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). • The metal shelf (if included) not installed correctly so it touches the microwave wall. • Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins or goldrimmed dishes, in the microwave. • The temperature probe (if included) in the microwave but not inserted in the food.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING SAFETY FACT 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 THE LIQUID.
MICROWAVESAFE 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.” How to test for a microwavesafe dish.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING • Plastic cookware—Plastic cookware designed for 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 char if subjected to short periods of overcooking. In longer exposures to overcooking, the food and cookware could ignite.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS/OPTIONAL KITS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Ensure proper ground exists before use. 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. This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug.
Operating Instructions Features of Your Microwave (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) Features ;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; ;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; ;;;;;;;;; ;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; 4 2 5 1 3 1 Door Handle. Pull to open the door. The door must be securely latched for the microwave to operate. 2 Door Latches. 3 Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. 10 6 7 9 8 4 Shelf.
Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) You can microwave by time, temperature, preset time and power level or with the convenience features. 1 1 2 Time Features Time Cooking Press TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press twice) EXPRESS COOK POWER LEVEL ADD 30 SEC Enter Amount of cooking time. Amount of defrosting time. Starts immediately! Power level 1–10.
Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) HELP Press this pad and any feature pad for usage instructions and tips. GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you begin, check the guide located on the inside front of the oven when you open the door.
Operating Instructions Changing Power Levels How to Change 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. 1 Press TIME COOK or select Time Defrost. 2 Enter cooking or defrosting time. 3 Press POWER LEVEL. 4 Select desired power level 1–10. 5 Press START. Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking.
Operating Instructions Time Features Time Cook Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. You may open the door during Time Cook to check the food. Close the door and press START to resume cooking. 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Change power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level 1–10.) 4 Press START.
Cooking Guide for Time Cook I & II NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package 6 to 9 min., In 11⁄2-qt. oblong glass baking dish, Med-High (7) place 1/4 cup water. 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole. Beans (fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half (frozen green) 10-oz. package 9 to 11 min. 6 to 8 min. (frozen lima) 10-oz. package 6 to 8 min. Beets (fresh, whole) 1 bunch 17 to 21 min. In 2-qt.
Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook I & II Vegetable Amount Time Comments 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. 1 to 5 ears 3 to 4 min. per ear 1 ear 2 to 6 ears 5 to 6 min. 3 to 4 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. 10-oz.
Time Features Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for the length of time you select. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. Power level 3 is automatically set, but you may change this for more flexibility. You may defrost small items more quickly by raising the power level after entering the time. However, they will need more frequent attention than usual. 1 Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME twice. 2 Enter defrosting time. 3 Press START. 4 Turn food over when the oven signals. 5 Press START.
Operating Instructions Defrosting Guide Food Time Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 1 min. 3 to 5 min. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 6 to 8 min. 5 to 7 min. Fruit Plastic pouch—1 to 2 (10-oz. package) Meat Bacon (1 lb.) Franks (1 lb.) Ground meat (1 lb.) Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork Steaks, chops and cutlets Poultry Chicken, broiler-fryer cut up (21⁄2 to 3 lbs.) Chicken, whole (21⁄2 to 3 lbs.
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) for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time. The power level can be changed as time is counting down. Press POWER LEVEL and enter 1–10. Add 30 Seconds You can use this feature two ways: • It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed.
Operating Instructions Custom Cooking Custom Cooking (On some models) Custom Cooking lets you cook foods you prepare often without needing to enter cook time and power level each time. Setting a custom cook time and power level: 1 Press and hold CUSTOM for 2 seconds. 2 Press POWER LEVEL and select the desired power level 1–10. 3 Press START. The entered time and power level is stored. 20 To custom cook when cook time and power level has been previously set: Press CUSTOM to start.
Convenience Features Snacks (On some models) 3 Enter the number of items or the food weight in ounces. The Snacks feature automatically sets the microwaving times and power levels to warm a variety of snack foods. 4 Press START. 1 Press SNACKS. 2 Select snack type 1–6 (see the Snacks Guide below). Hint: You can press and hold the SNACKS pad during cooking to display the snack type and remaining microwaving time.
Operating Instructions Convenience Features Auto Defrost The Defrost Auto/Time feature gives you two ways to defrost frozen foods. Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME once for Auto Defrost or twice for Time Defrost. Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish up to 6 pounds. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. 1 Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME once. 2 Using the Conversion Guide at right, enter food weight. For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces).
Sensor Features 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 amounts of food. Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. If food is undercooked after the countdown, use Time Cook for additional cooking time.
Operating Instructions Sensor Features Popcorn How to Use the Popcorn Feature 1 Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 3.0 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave. NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when cooking popcorn. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. 2 Press POPCORN. The oven starts immediately.
Reheat (less time) (more time) For reheating single servings of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers. How to Change the Automatic Settings To reduce time by 10%: Press 1 after the feature pad. To add 10% to cooking time: Press 9 after the feature pad. NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when using the Reheat feature. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food.
Operating Instructions Sensor Features Sensor Cooking (On some models) Sensor Cooking gives you easy, automatic results with a variety of foods. 1 Place covered food in the oven. 2 Press the COOK pad. NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf with Sensor Cooking. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. 3 Select food type 1–6 (see the Cooking Guide below). The oven starts immediately.
Sensor Cooking (On some models) Vegetable Sensor Cooking gives you easy, automatic results with a variety of foods (see the Cooking Guide below). NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf with Sensor Cooking. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. 1 Place covered food in the oven. Press the food pad.
Operating Instructions Sensor Features Potato (On some models) 1 Pierce potato skin with fork and place potato in the oven. 2 Press POTATO. The oven starts immediately. NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf with Sensor Cooking. NOTE: Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion—it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food. 28 3 The oven signals when steam is sensed and time remaining is counting down. Turn or stir the food if necessary.
Other Features Your Model May Have Help The HELP pad displays feature information and helpful hints. Press HELP, then select a feature pad. Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display “FOOD IS READY” and 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. To check the time of day while microwaving, press CLOCK. 1 Press CLOCK. 2 Enter time of day.
Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Scroll Speed The scroll speed of the display can be changed. Press and hold the AM/PM pad about 3 seconds to bring up the display. Select 1–5 for slow to fast scroll speed. Display On/Off To turn the clock display off, press and hold 0 for about three seconds. To redisplay the clock, repeat. Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 24 hours. 4 Select any combination of Defrost Auto/Time or Time Cook I & II.
Timer On/Off Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating. When time is up, the oven will signal. To turn off the timer signal, press TIMER ON/OFF. 1 Press TIMER ON/OFF. NOTE: The timer indicator will be lit while the timer is operating. 2 Enter time you want to count down. 3 Press TIMER ON/OFF to start. Start/Pause In addition to starting many functions, START/PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display.
Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have 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 for about three seconds. When the control panel is locked, an “L” will be displayed to the extreme right. For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. It can be turned off for large dishes. Press TURNTABLE to turn the turntable on or off.
Surface Light Press to turn the surface light on or off. On some models, there is a night light option. Press SURFACE LIGHT once for bright light, twice for the night light or three times to turn the light off. Beeper Volume The beeper sound level can be adjusted. Press BEEPER VOLUME. Choose 0–3 for mute to loud. Auto Nite Light You can set the night light to turn on and off automatically at any time you want. 1 Press AUTO NITE LIGHT. 2 Enter the time you want the light to turn on. Select AM or PM.
Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Shelf How to Use the Shelf When Microwaving Food microwaves best when placed on the turntable or on the shelf in the lower position. Only use the shelf when reheating on more than one level. Do not store the shelf inside the oven cavity. • Make sure the shelf is positioned properly inside the microwave to prevent damage to the oven from arcing. For best results 2-level reheating • Do not use a microwave browning dish on the shelf.
Shelf and Reheating • To reheat on 2 levels or • To reheat 2 dishes on the lower level: Switch places after 1/2 time. 1 Multiply reheat time by 11/2. 2 Switch places after 1/2 the time. Switch places after 1/2 time. • To reheat on 3 levels (on some models) 1 Double the reheating time. Switch places twice 2 Switch places twice and give the dishes a 1/2 turn during reheating. (Place dense foods, or those that require a longer cook time, on the upper shelf first.
Helpful Information Microwave Terms Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is 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). • metal such as twist ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes. • recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
Care and Cleaning Helpful Hints 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. ;;;;;;;; ;;;;;;;;;; ;;;;;;;;;;; ;;;;;;;;;; ;;;;;;;;; ;;;;;;;;;; ;;;;;;; ;;;;;;;; ;; ;;;;; 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.
Helpful Information Care and Cleaning How to Clean the Outside Case We recommend against using cleaners with ammonia or alcohol, as they can damage the appearance of the microwave oven. If you choose to use a common household cleaner, first apply the cleaner directly to a clean cloth, then wipe the soiled area. Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth. Rinse and then dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth. Control Panel Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.
Light Bulb Replacement Cooktop Light/ Night Light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 120 volt, 40-watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your GE supplier. 1 To replace the bulb(s), first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug. 2 Remove the screw at the left of the light cover and lower the cover. 3 Be sure the bulb(s) to be replaced are cool before removing. After breaking the adhesive seal, remove the bulb by gently turning.
Helpful Information The Exhaust Feature The Vent Fan Charcoal Filter (on some models) The vent fan has a metal reusable grease filter. Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter. The reusable grease filter traps grease released by foods on the cooktop. It also prevents flames from foods on the cooktop from damaging the inside of the microwave. For this reason, the filter must ALWAYS be in place when the hood is used.
Charcoal Filter (on some models) The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must be replaced. Order Part No. WB02X9883 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. The charcoal filter should be replaced when it is noticeably dirty or discolored (usually after 6–12 months, depending on hood usage). See “Optional Kits,” page 9, for more information.
If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service Problem Possible Cause 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.
Things That Are Normal • Moisture on the oven door and walls while cooking. Wipe the moisture off with a paper towel or soft cloth. • Moisture between the oven door panels when cooking certain foods. Moisture should dissipate shortly after cooking is finished. • Steam or vapor escaping from around the door. • Light reflection around door or outer case. • TV-radio interference might be noticed while using the microwave.
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MICROWAVE OVEN WARRANTY Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. What Is Covered LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, GE will replace any part in the microwave oven that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty, GE will provide, free of charge, all labor and related service costs to replace the defective part.