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GE JES1534 Owner's Manual

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GE Appliances
Owner's Manual
JES1534
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GE Answer Center
800.626.2000
Part No. 164D3370P019
Pub. No. 49-40018

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  • Page 1 GE Appliances Owner’s Manual JES1534 ® GE Answer Center 800.626.2000 Part No. 164D3370P019 Pub. No. 49-40018...

  • Page 2: Precautions To Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. 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...
  • Page 3 Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. Do not mount this appliance To reduce the risk of fire in over a sink. the oven cavity: Do not mount the microwave — Do not overcook food. oven over or near any portion Carefully attend appliance of a heating or cooking...

  • Page 4: Arcing

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! ARCING If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term Metal, such as twist-ties, for sparks in the oven. Arcing is poultry pins, or gold-rimmed caused by: dishes, in the microwave.
  • Page 5 Spontaneous boiling—Under SUPERHEATED WATER certain special circumstances, Microwaved water and other liquids may start to boil liquids do not always bubble during or shortly after when they reach the boiling removal from the microwave point. They can actually get oven. To prevent burns from superheated and not bubble splashing liquid, we at all.

  • Page 6: Microwave-Safe Cookware

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used in Do not use recycled paper your microwave oven is suitable products. Recycled paper for microwaving. Most glass towels, napkins and waxed casseroles, cooking dishes, paper can contain metal measuring cups, custard cups, flecks which may cause arcing...
  • Page 7 “Boilable” cooking pouches Plastic cookware—Plastic and tightly closed plastic bags cookware designed for should be slit, pierced or microwave cooking is very vented as directed by useful, but should be used package. If they are not, carefully. Even microwave- plastic could burst during or safe plastic may not be as immediately after cooking, tolerant of overcooking...

  • Page 8: Grounding Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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 by providing an escape wire for the electric current.

  • Page 9: Adapter Plugs

    ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently. Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, (Adapter plugs not we strongly recommend against the permitted in Canada) use of an adapter plug. However, if Align large prongs/slots you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes permit, a...

  • Page 10: Extension Cords

    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. If an extension cord is used—...
  • Page 11 REMEMBER… Your continued health and safety are important to us. Please read and follow this Safety Information carefully. We want you to remain a happy and healthy part of our GE family. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 12 Congratulations! You Are Now Part of the GE Family. Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Safety Precautions ..2, 3 Arcing .....4 Ask any GE appliance owner and they will tell you we stand behind our products with Foods .
  • Page 14 About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1000 Watts Features of the Oven Door Latches. Screen allows cooking to be Window with Metal Shield. viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. Convenience Guide.

  • Page 15: Time Features

    You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. TIME COOK TIME I & II DEFROST POWER 30 SEC LEVEL POPCORN REHEAT AUTO COOK INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK DEFROST INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press Enter...
  • Page 16 About changing the power level. The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for TIME POWER LEVEL COOK I & II, TIME DEFROST or INSTANT COOK. The power level may also be changed during time countdown. INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK...
  • Page 17 About the time features. Time Cook I & II TIME COOK Time Cook I I & II Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK and 99 seconds. INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility.
  • Page 18 About the time features. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus In 1 ⁄ -qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup (fresh spears) 1 lb. 5 to 8 min., Med-High (7) water. In 1-qt.
  • Page 19 Vegetable Amount Time Comments Corn In 1-qt. casserole, place (frozen kernel) 10-oz. package 2 to 6 min. 2 tablespoons water. Corn on the cob to 4 min. In 2-qt. glass baking dish, place (fresh) 1 to 5 ears corn. If corn is in husk, use no per ear water;...
  • Page 20 About the time features. Time Defrost TIME Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. DEFROST See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. Press TIME DEFROST. INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK Enter defrosting time. Press START.
  • Page 21 Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min. Place block in casserole. Turn over Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) 3 to 7 min.
  • Page 22 About the time features. Instant Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1–5 minutes. Press one of the Instant Cook pads (from 1 to 5) for INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK 1 to 5 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.
  • Page 23 About the convenience features. Popcorn POPCORN To use the Popcorn feature: 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 INSTANT COOK of the microwave.
  • Page 24 About the convenience features. Reheat REHEAT The Reheat feature reheats 1 to 3 servings of many previously cooked foods. Press REHEAT. INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK Select food type 1–6 for one serving (see Reheat Guide below). START Press 2 or 3 to reheat 2 or 3 servings. Press START.
  • Page 25 Cook COOK The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods. INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK Press COOK. INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK Select food type 1–9 (see the Cook Guide below). Enter weight in ounces. Press START.
  • Page 26 About the convenience features. Auto Defrost AUTO Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. DEFROST Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish.

  • Page 27: Other Features

    About the other features. Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will 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 CLOCK while microwaving.
  • Page 28 About the other features. Kitchen Timer KITCHEN This pad performs three functions: TIMER It operates as a minute timer. INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK It can be set to delay cooking. INSTANT COOK INSTANT COOK It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting. The Kitchen Timer operates without microwave energy.

  • Page 29: Microwave Terms

    Microwave terms. Term Definition Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is Arcing 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.

  • Page 30: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. Helpful Hints Open the oven door a few minutes after cooking to air out the inside. 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...
  • Page 31 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 and then dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting Tips

    Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Replace fuse or reset Oven will not start A fuse in your home •...

  • Page 33: Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven

    Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven Steam or vapor escaping from around the door. 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. TV/radio interference might be noticed while using the microwave.
  • Page 34 Notes...

  • Page 35: Warranty

    One Year defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited From the date of the one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all original purchase labor to replace the defective part. You will be responsible for any in-home service costs.

  • Page 36: Service Telephone Numbers

    Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Special Needs Service 800.626.2000 TDD 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier- free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. Service Contracts 800-626-2224 Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount.

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