Microwave Oven GEAppliances.ca Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . 2–6 Owner’s Manual Operating Instructions JES1140 JES1145 Convenience Features. . . . . . . 13–15 Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Oven Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8 Other Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 17 Power Levels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Time Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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. PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy.
GEAppliances.ca 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: n Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins or goldrimmed dishes, in the microwave. n Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. n Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave. n Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
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.ca 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.
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.ca Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1100 Watts Features of the Oven Door Latches. 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. Convenience Guide.
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 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Timer 0 Clock Clear Add 30 Sec Pause Off Start Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin (not all features are available on all models)..
GEAppliances.ca Time Cook Changing the Power Level Power Level The power level must be entered or changed after entering the time for Time Cook. Express Cook 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Start Pause TIME COOK and enter cooking 1 Press time. POWER LEVEL and select power 2 Press level 10-1. 3 Press START. 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.
About the time features. Time Cook Time Cook Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Express Cook 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 HI power level (10) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Press START. You may open the door during Time Cook to check the food. Close the door and press START to resume cooking.
GEAppliances.ca Pre-set Meals Feature (on some models) Allows you to microwave healthy food choices by servings. HI (10) power level is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. Express Cook 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 Press Pre-set meals pad. 2 Enter the food code. See Cooking Guide for Pre-set Meals below for codes. the number of servings (1-4). Then 3 Enter the microwave will start immediately. You may open the door during cooking to check the food.
About the convenience features. Time Defrost (on some models) Time 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.) Defrost Express Cook 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Start Pause 1 Press TIME DEFROST. 2 Enter defrosting time. 3 Press START. 4 Turn the food over after half the time. 5 Press START.
GEAppliances.ca Popcorn Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 to 3.5 ounces (85 to 100 g). Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: package instructions, using 1 Follow Time Cook if the package is less than 1.75 ounces (50 g) or larger than 3.5 ounces (100 g). Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave. POPCORN once for a 3.0 ounce 2 Press (85 g) package of popcorn, twice for a 3.5 ounce (100 g) package. The oven starts immediately. Reheat Reheat 1 Press Reheat pad.
About the convenience features. Beverage Beverage To use the Beverage feature: Press BEVERAGE pad. The microwave will automatically be set to heat a 4 ounce (118 mL) beverage. The microwave will start immediately. If you would like to change the the setting for the beverage size: press the BEVERAGE pad for 1 Repeatedly the following serving size: Ounces per Serving 4 ounces (118 mL) 8 ounces (237 mL) 12 ounces (355 mL) 16 ounces (473 mL) 2 The microwave will start immediately.
GEAppliances.ca Potato Potato (on some models) To use the Potato feature: press the POTATO pad for 1 Repeatedly 1-4 servings. The oven will start immediately. Vegetable Vegetable (on some models) To use the Vegetable feature:. 1 Press VEGETABLE pad. the Vegetable code. See Cooking 2 Enter Guide for Vegetables below for codes. the number of servings (1-4). Then 3 Enter the microwave will start immediately.
About the other features. Clock (12 Hour Clock) Clock Press to enter the time of day. Express Cook 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Press CLOCK. 2 Enter time of day. 3 Press CLOCK. 0 Start Pause Start Pause Clear Off Pause START/PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display. Press START/PAUSE again to restart the oven. Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children.
GEAppliances.ca Timer Timer This pad performs the following functions: n It operates as a minute timer. n It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting. How to Use as a Minute Timer The Timer operates without microwave energy. 1 Press TIMER. 2 Enter the amount of time you want to count down. 3 Press TIMER. When the time is up, the timer will signal.
Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: n metal or foil touching the side of the oven. n foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). n metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes. n recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces. Covering Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time.
Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. GEAppliances.ca 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.
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 • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted outlet. into wall outlet. Control panel lighted, yet oven will not start Door not securely closed. • Open the door and close securely.
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GE MICROWAVE OVEN WARRANTY All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician during normal working hours. For service, call 1-800-561-3344. GEAppliances.ca Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. For The Period Of: Mabe 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.
Service Telephone Numbers. In-Home Repair Service 1-800-561-3344 Expert Mabe repair service is only a phone call away. Product Satisfaction If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from Mabe, follow these steps. First, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details– including your phone number–to: Manager, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc., Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane, Moncton, NB E1C 9M3.