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Summary of Contents for JE1860

Page 1: ...GEAppliances 0 o_ J ____ JE1860 Part No 164D3370P088 Pub No 49 40089 2 99 CG 3828WSA1134 ...

Page 2: ... is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the _ door bent _ hinges and latches broken or loosened _ door seals and sealing smti_ces TheOvenShould Not be a_ justed or repaired by anyone except properly qualified se_qce personnel SAFETY PRECAUT ONS This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use 2 m Read and tbllow the spec...

Page 3: ...ink m Keep power cord awayflom heated suri tces m Do not immerse power cord or plug in water m Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity Do not overtook food Cmetully attend appliance if paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven while cooking Remove wire twist ties and metal handles flom paper or plastic con...

Page 4: ...nless you use popcorn labeled tbr use in ulicrowave ovens _ me products such as whole eggs and sealed containers tbr example closed jars will explode and should not be heated in d_is microwave oven Such use of d_e microwave oven could _ sult in inju U Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it lo burst possibly resulting in inju U m m Operating th...

Page 5: ...This can cause the container to burst possibly resulting in iqjuu m Spontaneous boilin g Under certain special circumstances liquids m W start IOboil during or shortly afier removal flom the microwave oven To prevent bums flom splashing liquid we recommend the ibllo_qng before removing the container fiom the oven allow the container to stand in the oven for 30 to 40 seconds at er the oven has shut...

Page 6: ...rowave sate m If you use a Ineal fl_em_ometer while cooking make sure il is sate t _i use in microwave ovens m Do not use recTcled paper products Recycled paper towels napkins and waxed paper can contain metal tlecks which may cause mcing or ignite Paper products containing wlon or nylon tilaments should be avoided as they mW also ignite m Some styrotoam nays like fi_ose that meat is packaged on h...

Page 7: ... top f_il cover and remm tile t_Wtv tile box _qlen using ff il in file microwave oven keep tile toil at least 1inch awW flom tile sides of tile oven m Plastic cookware PlastJc cookwme designed f_ r microwave cooking is ve_T usetul but should be used caret_ally Even microwave s_e plastic m W not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as me glass or ceramic materials and m W soften or chin it subj...

Page 8: ...an it the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if doubt exists as lo whether the appliance is properly grounded If the outlet is a standard 2 prong wall oudet it is your pe_sonal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet Do not under any circumstances cut or remove d_e d_i_d ground prong flom dm power cord We do not recommend ...

Page 9: ... receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw b metal and not insuleted and be wall receptacle b grounded through the house wiring You should have tile cir uit checked by a qualified eIecuician to make sure the recep ncle is properly gTounded When disconnecting the power cord flom tile adapter always hold tile adapter with one hand If this is not done the adapter glo...

Page 10: ...s great as file electrical rating of file appliance _ ile extension cord must lye a groundin g_t _pe 3 wire cord and it must be plugged into a 3 slot outlet _ he extension cord should be ananged so that it will not drape over tile counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or t_ipped over unintentionally If you use an extension cord tile interior light may flicker and the blower...

Page 11: ...fleadandfollowthisSafety Information carefully SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS 77 ...

Page 12: ...ecause your new microwave oven will be part of your t_tmily t_ r many years And we hope you will be part of ours fi r a long time tt come We thank you i_ rbuying GE We appreciate your purchase and hope you will continue to relyon us whenever you need quality appliances fi r your home ka Important Fill out and _eturn the Consumer Product Regisnadon Card that is packed with this product WritetheMode...

Page 13: ...ou may not need to call tot service at all ff YouNeedService If you do need se_ice you can relax kno_dng help is only a phone call away A list of toll flee CuStOlller sei_ ice nunlbers is included in the back secdon Or you can alwws call the GE Answer Cenler at 800 626 2000 24 hours a dW 7 days a week Safety Information Precautions to Avoid PossibleExposure to Excessive MicrowaveEnergy 2 SafetyPre...

Page 14: ...dow with Metal Shield Screen allows cooking to be _4ewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven Convenience Guide TouchControl PanelandBisplay Boor Latch Release Press latch release to open door Removable Turntable Tumlnble and support must be in place when using fl_e oven The tumtnble may be removed fbr cleaning VOTE Rating plate oven vent s and oven light are located on the inside walls o...

Page 15: ...tely POWER LEVEL Power level1 10 SenserFeatures andAuto Feature Press Enter Option POPCORN Startsimmediately more less time BEVERAGE Startsimmediately REHEAT Startsimmediately more less time CHICKEN FISH Startsimmediately more lesstime Press once chicken pieces Press twice fishfillets POTATO Startsimmediately more less time VEGETABLE Startsimmediately Press once fresh vegetables more less time Pre...

Page 16: ...er but tbod m W need more flequenl stin_ing mtating or mining over A lowe_ setting will cook more evenly and need less stin_ing or rotating of the R_od Some floods may have beue_ flavor mxture or appearance if one of file lower settings is used Use a lowe_ power level when cooking foods that have a tenden W to boil ove_ such as scalloped potatoes Rest pe_iods when the microwave ene_g7 wcles off gi...

Page 17: ... You may open the door during 77meCooklo check fl_e food Ck se fl_e door and press 8TARTto resume cooking time Cook Lets you change power levels automatically during cooking Here s how to do it f_ Press TIMECOOK Enter the first cook time Change file power level if you don t want full power Press POWER tEVEt Select a desired power level 1 10 Press TIMECOOKagain Enter the second cook time Change fil...

Page 18: ... 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water In 1 it casserole place 1 4 cup wamr 1 bunch 16 to 22 rain In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup wamr 1 bunch 1 to 1 lbs 1 bunch l to 1 lbs lO oz package lO oz package 5tog_n 7toll min 4to7_n 4to7_n In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water In 2 q oblong glass baking dish place 1 4 cup water In 1 it casserole In 1 qL casserole place 3 tablespoons wamr 1 medium head ...

Page 19: ...p Reanange after half of time 10 oz package 2 to 6min In 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water 2 lbs unshelled 7 to 10 rain 10 oz package 2 to 6 min In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons wamr 4 potatoes 9 to 12 min 6 to 8 oz each 1 6 to 8 oz 2 to 4rain Peel and cut imo 1 inch cubes Place in 2 qt casserole _fitl_ 1 2 cup wamr Stir atier half of time Pierre _...

Page 20: ... even deflosfing Shield aW warm areas with small pieces of fbil A dull humping noise may be hemd during deflosfing This is normal when oven is not operating at Highpower Defrosting Tips m Foods fiozen in paper or plasdc can be deflosted in the package Closed packages should be slit pierced or vented AFTER fbod has parflally defrosted Plastic storage containers should be partially uncovered m Famil...

Page 21: ...tes if necessm T to complete deflosting Turn meat over after half the lime Use power level 1 Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish Turn over atier half the time and shield warm meas _itl_ toil When finished separate pieces and let stand to complete deflosfing Place wrapped chicken in dish I Jnwrap and mrn over attev first half of dine After second half of time separam pieces and place in cooking di...

Page 22: ...ooking at power level 10 For example press the 2 pad tbr 2 minutes of ooking lime Tile power level can be changed as lime is coundng do_ Press POItVERLEVEI and enler 1 10 Add30Seconds Youcan usethis featuretwo ways m It will add 30 seconds o tile time ounling down ea h lime file pad is pressed m It can be used as a quick wW to sol 30 seconds of cooking lime 22 ...

Page 23: ...s I and 2 tbr 1 2 pounds 1 pound 3 ounces _ Press START time Defrost is explained in the About the time features section There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the oven m Remove meat flom package and place on microwm e saie dish m Twice during deflost dm oven siglmls TURN At each TURNsignal tam the tbod over Remove deflosmd meat or shield warm areas _4th small pieces oftbil m After ...

Page 24: ...r best sensor cooking Vented m Always use microwave sate containers and cover them _tll lids or vented plastic wrap Never use tight sealing plastic containe_s they can prevent steam tiom escaping and cause tbod to ove_vook m 1_ sure tile outside of tile cooking containers and file inside of tile microwave oven are T bet re placing tbod in tile oven I_ads of moisture turning into steam can mislead ...

Page 25: ...idea Shorteror LongerCook time If you find that tile brand of popcorn you use unde_pops or overcooks consistently you can add or sulmact 2 3 seconds to tile automatic popping time Toadd time After pressing POPCORN press 9 immediately aider tile oven starts tbr an extra 20 seconds Press 9 again to add another 10 seconds total 30 seconds additional lime Tosubtract time After pressing POPCORN press I...

Page 26: ... Someareasmaybe extremelyhot SomeFoods Not Recommended for UseWithReheat It is best to use 77me Cookfbr these foods m Bread products m Foods that must be reheated uncovered m Foods that need to be sdned or rotated m Foods calling fi r a dU k ok or crisp surihce after reheating 26 FISH j CHICKEN lesstime moretime How to Change the Automatic Settings Toreduce time by 10 P ess I after fl_eteamre pad ...

Page 27: ... AutomaticSettings automaticsettings for cannedvegetables cannot he adjustedon some models Toreduce time by 10 Press I after Ihe teaIure pad Toadd 10 to cooldngtime Press 9 after the tealure pad Vegetable Jse the Vegetable feature to cook 4 16 ounces of flesh flozen or canned vegetables For fiesh vegetables add 2 tablespoons of water per serving For fiozen vegelables tbllow package insnuctions fi ...

Page 28: ... Scroll Speed The scroll speed of the display can be changed Press and hold tim RM P VI pad about 3 seconds to bring up the display Select 1 5 tbr slow to t_tst scroll speed Start Pause In addilion to starting many thnctions SYART PAtlSE allows you to stop cooking _thout opening the door or clearing the display Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you Ileal you have rood in the oven the oven will d...

Page 29: ...ng REMINDER NOTE TheREMindicator will remab lit to show that the Reminderis set Toclear the Reminder before it occurs press REMINDER then O TheREMindicator will nolonger be lit SC eLtSP_ED Delay Start Belay Start allows you to sel the micrownve to delny cooking up to 24 horns Press DELAY START Enter the time you want tile oven to start 13_ sure the microwave clock shows file conect time of day Sel...

Page 30: ... is operating Press TIMERON OFE Enter time you want to count down Press TIMERON OFFtostart When time is up file oven will siglml To trim offdm timer signal press TIMER ON OFF NOTE The timer indicator will he lit while the timer is operating r q DISPLAY ON OFF Display On Off To turn tile clock display on or off press and hold 0 for about 3 seconds Tile Display On Off feature cannot be used while a ...

Page 31: ...astic wrap or cove _ing with waxpape allowsexcess steam to escape In a regulm oven you shield chicken b easts or baked tbods to prevent ove brox_ing When microwaving you use small sn_ips of t ilto shield thin parts such as the tipsof wings and legs on poult U which would cook betbre linger pmts When you cook with reg ulm ovens f_ ods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking o...

Page 32: ... a sudsy cloth then rinse with a dalnp cloth Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls Toc ean the surface of the door and the surfaceof the oven that come together upon c osing use on mi d nonabrasivesoaps or detergents using a spongeor soft cloth Rinse with a damp cloth and dr_ Never useacommercial ovencleaner onany partof your microwave Removable Turntable and Turntable Suppo...

Page 33: ... not use cleaning sprws large alnounts of soap and wamr abrasives or sharp ol_jec s on the panel they can damage it Some paper towels can also scratch the connol panel BoorSurface It s important to keep the mea clean where the door seals against the microwave Use only mild non abrasive detergents applied with a dean sponge or soft cloth Rinse well Stainless Steel on some models To clean the smt_tc...

Page 34: ...serted into wail outlet Make sure the 3 prong plug on tl_eoven is fully insened inlo wall outlel Door not securely closed pen tim door and close securely SrPRrpad not pressed Press START after entering cooking selection Another selection entered o Press CLEAR OFE already in oven and CLEAR OFF pad not pressed to cancel it Cooking time not entered o Make sme you have after pressing TIMECOOK entered ...

Page 35: ...OR Close lhe door press appearsin display CLEAR OFF and begin again Foodamount toolarge for SensorReheat During Popcorn Reheat Beverage Chicken Fish Potato or Vegetable program the door was opened before steam could be detected Steam was not detected in maximum amount of time Use 77meCookto heat t_ rmore time Sensor Reheat is for single l se 77me Cook for large servings of recommended amounls of t...

Page 36: ...er levels other than high m Dull thumping sound while oven is operating m TV radio intefierence might be no6ced while using the microwave Similar to the inmfierence caused by other small appliances it does not indicate a problem with the microwave Plug tile microwave into a different electrical ci_vuit move the radio or TV as Ira awW flom the mic_owave as possible or check the position and siglml ...

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Page 39: ...utyoumustpayfortheservicetechnician s travelcoststo yourhome What GEWill Not Cover m Service wips to your home to teach you how to use the product m Improper installation m Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially m Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers m Damage to the product caused by accident fire flood...

Page 40: ... qualified to service their o m appliances can have parts or accessories sent direcdy to their homes VISA MasterCmd and Discover cards are accepted Instructions contained in this manual coverproceduresto beperformed by any user Otherservicing generally should he referredto qualified service personnel Cautionmustheexercised since improper servicing maycauseunsafeoperation ServiceSatisfaction If you...

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