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Safety Information

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this
Owner’s Manual.

This microwave oven is not approved
or tested for marine use.

Do not mount this appliance over 
a sink. 

Do not mount the microwave oven
over or near any portion of a heating
or cooking appliance.

Do not store anything directly on top
of the microwave oven surface when
the microwave oven is in operation.

Do not operate this appliance if it has
a damaged power cord or plug, if it is
not working properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped. 

Do not cover or block any openings
on the appliance.

Use this appliance only for 
its intended use as described in this
manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this appliance.
This microwave oven is specifically
designed to heat, dry or cook food,
and is not intended for laboratory 
or industrial use.

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.

Do not let power cord hang over 
edge of table or counter.

To reduce the risk of fire in the 
oven cavity:

— Do not overcook food. Carefully

attend appliance when paper, plastic
or other combustible materials are
placed inside the oven while cooking.

— Remove wire twist-ties and metal

handles from paper or plastic
containers before placing them in 
the oven.

— Do not use the oven for storage

purposes. Do not leave paper
products, cooking utensils or food 
in the oven when not in use.

— If materials inside the oven ignite,

keep the oven door closed, turn the
oven off and disconnect the power
cord, or shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel. If the door is
opened, the fire may spread.

See door surface cleaning instructions
in the 

Care and cleaning of the

microwave oven

section of this manual.

GE does not support any servicing 
of the microwave. We strongly
recommend that you do not attempt
to service the microwave yourself.

As with any appliance, close
supervision is necessary when 
used by children.

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Summary of Contents for JES1146BF

Page 1: ...ce Features 23 26 Features of Your Microwave Oven 12 15 Microwave Terms 30 Other Features 27 29 Time Features 17 22 Troubleshooting Tips 33 34 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven 34 Consum...

Page 2: ...e oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properl...

Page 3: ...or 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 Do not let power cord hang ov...

Page 4: ...ve oven Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst possibly resulting in injury Operat...

Page 5: ...Avoid heating baby food in glass jars even with the lid off Make sure all infant food is thoroughly cooked Stir food to distribute the heat evenly Be careful to prevent scalding when warming formula T...

Page 6: ...er products Recycled paper towels napkins and waxed paper can contain metal flecks which may cause arcing or ignite Paper products containing nylon or nylon filaments should be avoided since they may...

Page 7: ...ys less than 3 4 high remove the top foil cover and return the tray to the box When using foil in the microwave oven keep the foil at least 1 away from the sides of the oven Plastic cookware Plastic c...

Page 8: ...ponsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord We do not recommend...

Page 9: ...nd the wall receptacle is grounded through the house wiring You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded When disconnecting the power...

Page 10: ...e at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance The extension cord must be a grounding type 3 wire cord and it must be plugged into a 3 slot outlet The extension cord should be arranged...

Page 11: ...Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Information 11 READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS www GEAppliances com...

Page 12: ...afety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the features of your microwave oven Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model 1100 Wa...

Page 13: ...e keeping microwaves confined in the oven Convenience Guide Touch Control Panel Display Door Latch Release Press latch release to open door Removable Turntable Turntable and support must be in place w...

Page 14: ...EXPRESS COOK POWER LEVEL 30 SEC TIME DEFROST TIME COOK AUTO DEFROST COOK POPCORN REHEAT BEVERAGE POTATO Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 14 Time Features...

Page 15: ...e 30 SEC Starts immediately EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately POWER LEVEL Power level 1 10 Convenience Features Press Enter Option POPCORN Starts immediately 3 5 oz 3 oz Press once twice or 1 75 oz or t...

Page 16: ...r setting will cook more evenly and need less stirring or rotating of the food Some foods may have better flavor texture or appearance if one of the lower settings is used Use a lower power level when...

Page 17: ...atically during cooking Here s how to do it Press TIME COOK Enter the first cook time Change the power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level 1 10 Press TIME...

Page 18: ...ut 1 bunch 5 to 9 min In 2 qt casserole place 11 4 to 11 2 lbs 1 2 cup water fresh spears 1 bunch 7 to 11 min In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish 11 4 to 11 2 lbs place 1 4 cup water frozen 10 oz package...

Page 19: ...0 min In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water frozen 10 oz package 2 to 6 min In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Potatoes fresh cubed 4 potatoes 9 to 12 min Peel and cut into 1 cubes white 6 to...

Page 20: ...stic can be defrosted in the package Closed packages should be slit pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted Plastic storage containers should be partially uncovered Family size prepackage...

Page 21: ...shield warm areas with foil After second half of time separate pieces with table knife Let stand to complete defrosting Poultry Chicken broiler fryer 14 to 20 min Place wrapped chicken in dish Unwrap...

Page 22: ...g 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 1 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK 2 E...

Page 23: ...ter or Longer Cook Time If you find that the brand of popcorn you use underpops or overcooks consistently you can add or subtract 20 seconds to the automatic popping time To add time After pressing PO...

Page 24: ...anged 3 2 1 1 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPRESS COOK REHEAT 1 Pasta Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 2 Meats casseroles Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 3 Fruits and vegetables Cover wit...

Page 25: ...with lid or vented plastic wrap 3 Fresh Vegetables 4 to 16 oz Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Add 2 tablespoons water for each serving Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 4 Fish 4 to 16 oz Use...

Page 26: ...inside front of the oven Remove meat from package and place on microwave safe dish Twice during defrost the oven signals turn At each turn signal turn the food over Remove defrosted meat or shield war...

Page 27: ...ss CLOCK Enter time of day Press START or CLOCK 3 2 1 1 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPRESS COOK 5 EXPRESS COOK 6 EXPRESS COOK 7 8 9 0 4 EXPRESS COOK CLOCK 27 About the other features www GEApplianc...

Page 28: ...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 LOC will be displayed STO...

Page 29: ...et the microwave to delay cooking up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds Press TIME COOK and enter the amount of cooking time Press TIMER and enter the amount of time to delay the start of cooking Press STAR...

Page 30: ...ap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape Shielding In a regular oven you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent overbrowning When microwaving you use small strips of foil...

Page 31: ...patters with a sudsy cloth then rinse with a damp cloth Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls To clean the surface of the door and the surface of the oven that come together upo...

Page 32: ...the microwave with a sudsy cloth Rinse and then dry Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth Control Panel and Door Wipe with a damp cloth Dry thoroughly Do not use cleaning sprays large amounts of soa...

Page 33: ...or and close securely Control panel lighted Door not securely closed Open the door and close yet oven will not start securely START pad not pressed Press START after entering cooking selection Another...

Page 34: ...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 Similar to the interference...

Page 35: ...date of the defect in materials or workmanship The exchange unit original purchase is warranted for the remainder of your product s original one year warranty period Properly pack your unit We recomme...

Page 36: ...pairments For details of GE s Universal Design applications including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities check out our Website today For the hearing impaired please call 800 TDD GEAC 80...

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