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Countertop Microwave

 instructions ....................3-5

Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure

to Excessive Microwave Energy ............2

Operating Instructions, Tips

Add 30 Seconds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   11

Aluminum Foil ...................................4, 19,20

Auto Cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  15–17

Auto Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   18, 19

Automatic Cooking Control Guide ..........17

Auto Reheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 15, 17

Auto Start/Rem inder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Beverage Reheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Clock 

Control Panel 

Cooking by Time ...................................10, 11

Cooking Complete Reminder ......................8

Cooking Guide ..............................................23

Defrosting by Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Defrosting Guide ..........................................22

Delayed Cooking ............................................9

Express Cook Feature .............................6, 11

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   ...8

Glossary of Microwave Terms ..................20

Heating or Reheating Guide 

Hold Time 

Microwaving Tips ...........................................5

Minute/Second Timer ..................................9

Popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   13

Power 

 9, 10, 12, 18,21-23

Program Cooking ............................................6

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More questions 

GE Answer Center” 800.626.2000

Care and Cleaning ............................24

Control Panel 

Installation 

..................................25, 26

Adapter Plugs 

Extension Cords ...........................................26

Grounding instructions .......................25, 26

Consumer Services ...................27

Appliance Registration ..................................2

Important Telephone Numbers ................27

Model and Serial Number Location ...........2

Warranty ........................................Back Cover

 

Microwave power 

of this oven is 900 watts.

Summary of Contents for JE1240L

Page 1: ...g Guide 22 Delayed Cooking 9 Express Cook Feature 6 11 Features 8 Glossary of Microwave Terms 20 Heating or Reheating Guide 2l Hold Time g Microwaving Tips 5 Minute Second Timer 9 Popcorn 13 Power Levels 6 9 10 12 18 21 23 Program Cooking 6 GE Appliances u I Probiem Solver 26 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Care and Cleaning 24 Control Panel 24 Installation 25 26 Adapter Plugs 25...

Page 2: ... serial numbers This appliance must be registered Please be certain that it is Write to GE Appliances Range Product Service Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Write down the model and serial numbers You ll find them on a label inside the oven These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your microwave oven Before sending in this card please write these ...

Page 3: ... properly or if it has been damaged or dropped See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and Cleaning section s of your book This apptiance shodd be serviced otiy by qualified service personnel Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children To reduce the risk of fire in the oven ca...

Page 4: ...wave oven Plastic cookwa 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 For these reasons 1 Use microwave ...

Page 5: ...ring cup either in or next to the dish Microwave 1 minute at high If the dish heats it should not be used for microwaving If the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup heats then the dish is microwave safe Paper towels waxed paper and plastic wrap can be used to cover dishes in order to retain moisture and prevent spattering Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape Some microwaved...

Page 6: ...sequence recurs and you must reset clock after touching CLEAWOFF 10 AUTO START EMINDER Allows YOU to program your oven to begin cooking at a later time of day up to a 12 hour delay The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock 11 START After all selections are made touch this pad to start oven 12 AUTO DEFROST Touch this pad and food weight then START The oven automatically sets power levels...

Page 7: ...d ENTER FOOO TEMP COOK N WA WECW LBS OEF TIME I H COOE I 7 ...

Page 8: ...ystem Do not remove this unsatisfactory without the tray in place The tray cover You will damage the oven may be removed for cleaning 4 Automatic Cooking Guide Quick reference codes NOTE Rating plate oven vent s and oven light are for many frequently prepared foods located on the inside walls of the microwave oven 5 Touch Control Panel and Display See Your Touch Control Panel section for instructi...

Page 9: ...START DispIay shows time counting delay cooking Touch START Timer will count down down The timer signals when time is up to zero and cooking will begin How to Defrost Hold and Time Cook Let s say you want to defrost a frozen casserole for 15 minutes hold for 10 minutes and then Time Cook for 25 minutes Here s how to do it Step 1 Take casserole from freezer and place in oven n Step 4 Set standing o...

Page 10: ...g on the timer you must reset the timer to resume cooking How to Change Power Level 1 Press TIME COOK I II 2 Select cooking time 3 Press POWER LEVEL 4 Select power 5 Press START Using the Time Cook II Feature The Time Cook 11 feature lets you set two time cooking functions within one program This is ideal if you want to change power levels during your cooking operations Here s how to do it Step 1 ...

Page 11: ... up to a 12 hour delay correct time of day D Step 1 Touch AUTO Step 3 Enter your desired cooking program AUTO START START REMINDER pad Step 4 Touch START pad The oven will automatically start at the desired time How to Use Reminder The Reminder feature can be used like an alarm clock without starting the oven Example It is 7 a m and you must remember to leave for a dentist appointment at 10 a m D ...

Page 12: ...to set remaining half of defrosting time Touch START Step 6 When the oven signals and flashes End open the door remove the package and separate strawberries to finish defrosting Defrosting Tips Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the package Tightly closed packages should be slit pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted as directed by package Plastic storage containers...

Page 13: ...p 5 When cooking is completed the oven signals and flashes End Open the door and remove the popcorn You may also use reheat for your favorite beverage The Beverage Reheat feature is designed to be Milk is not recommended used with large open mouthed cups or bowls that are NOT COVERED Styrofoam cups and other small containers should not be used Example SteD 1 Place the uncovered CUD in the oven t S...

Page 14: ...s of food or plates of leftovers Bread products foods that must be reheated uncovered foods that require constant attention foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after reheating should not be Auto Reheated It is best to use Time Cook I II Easy to Use Keep Door Closed Simply touch AUTO REHEAT and START Do not open the oven door while the word RHEAT is displayed steam escaping from the oven ...

Page 15: ... convenience foods can be Auto Cooked Foods Not Recommended Foods that must be cooked uncovered foods that require constant attention foods that require addition of ingredients during cooking and foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after cooking should not be Auto Cooked It is best to Time Cook them Easy to Use Simply touch three control pads AUTO COOK desired CODE and START The word AUT...

Page 16: ...ppear on the display i i e F display Touch START AUTO 4 FOOD and CODE show on the display Sensor is now activated DO NOT OPEN DOOR OPENING THE DOOR MAY AFFECT COOKING PERFORMANCE A short beep sounds when steam is sensed Any additional cooking time as determined by the sensor will be displayed Rotate or stir food if necessary When cooking is done the oven signals and flashes END The oven beeps ever...

Page 17: ...over with lid or plastic wrap 4 oz Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Add 1 tablespoon water for each serving Cover with lid or plastic wrap 8 OZ Pierce skin with fork Place side by side on oven floor 4 oz Use oblong or square dish Cover with plastic wrap 1 to 2 Use plate or oblong or square dish Cover pieces with wax paper AUTO REHEAT AND AUTO COOK CONTAINERS AND COVERS Containers and Covers Ap...

Page 18: ...EEE Step 3 Enter weight For Emmmm example touch number pads 1 and 2 for weight of 1 2 pounds 1 pound 3 ounces See Conversion Guide below After 4 seconds START flashes Step 4 Touch START pad m Countingdown Display shows defrost time Twice during defrosting the oven beeps 4 times and TURn flashes Follow the directions in the Auto Defrost Guide E 7 1 f I t for what to do at the first and second signa...

Page 19: ... Whole Chicken 0 1 6 0 lbs Turn over and shield Turn over and shield 10 minutes run cold water in cavity 20 minutes in refrigerator run cold water in cavity Turkey Breast breast side up 0 1 6 0 lbs Turn over Shield where necessary Chicken Pieces 0 1 6 0 Ibs Turn over Remove wrapper and turn over Turn over Separate and remove defrosted pieces 5 minutes 10 minutes run cold water in cavity Cornish he...

Page 20: ...them evenly When microwaving you stir cooked portions from the outside to the center Foods that require constant stirring will need only occasional stirring when microwaving Turning Over In range top cooking you turn over foods such as hamburgers so both sides can directly contact the hot pan When microwaving turning is often needed during defrosting or when cooking certain foods such as frozen ha...

Page 21: ...es Hamburgers or meatloaf 4 oz per serving Hot dogs and sausages Rice and pasti 2 3 3 4 cup per serving Saucy main dishes chop suey spaghetti creamed chicken chili stew macaroni and cheese etc 3 4 1 cup per serving to 2 pieces 1 to 3 min to 2 servings I to 3 min to 2 1 4 to 1 min to 2 servings l 2 to 3 min to 2 servings 2 to 5 min Steaks chops ribs meat pieces 1 to 2 servings I to 4 min Thinly sli...

Page 22: ...kage in oven Microwave just until franks can be separated Let stand 5 minutes if necessary to complete defrosting Ground meat 1 lb 5 to 8 min Turn meat over after first half of time Roast beef lamb veal pork 10 to 16 min per lb Use Power Level Warm I Steaks chops and cutlets 5 to 10 min per lb Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish Turn over after first half of time and shield warm areas with foil A...

Page 23: ...e place 1 2 cup water In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In I qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water 1 medium head 1 medium head 10 oz package corn frozen kernel 10 oz package In l qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Corn on the cob fresh In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish place corn If com is in husk use no water if com has been husked add l 4 cup water Rearrange after half of time Place in 2...

Page 24: ...st after cooking Wash it carefully in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher The tray can be broken if dropped Remember do not operate the oven without the cooking tray in place Special note when using Brown N Sear Dish If grease is present high heat generated on bottom of a Brown N Sear dish may cause the grease to burn onto the oven tray This may be removed with a cleanser such as Bon Ami brand c...

Page 25: ...tion Fig 2 before use where local c odes permit a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two prong wall receptacle by the use of a UL listed adapter Fig 2 which is available at most local hardware stores The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord Caution Attaching the ada...

Page 26: ... breaker Unplug your microwave oven then plug it back in Make sure 3 prong plug on oven is fully inserted into wall receptacle Door not securely closed START pad must be touched after entering cooking selection Another selection entered already in oven and CLEAWOFF pad not touched to cancel it Make sure you have entered cooking time after touching T E COOK I II pad CLEAWOFF pad was touched acciden...

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Page 28: ...e during warranty period or bevond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 I I I WHAT IS NOT COVERED Service trips to your home to teach Replacement of house fuses or you how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll fr...

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