GE JES611 Owner'S Manual Download Page 2

Read and follow the specific
precautions in the

Precautions to Avoid Possible
Exposure to Excessive
Microwave Energy

section

above.

This appliance must be
grounded. Connect only 
to a properly grounded
outlet. See the 

Grounding

Instructions

section on page 8.

Install or locate this
appliance only in accordance
with the provided Installation
Instructions.

Be certain to place the front
surface of the door three
inches or more back from 
the countertop edge to avoid
accidental tipping of the
appliance in normal usage.

Do Not Attempt

to operate 

this oven with the door open
since open-door operation
can result in harmful
exposure to microwave
energy. It is important not 
to defeat or tamper with the
safety interlocks.

Do Not Place 

any object

between the 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 properly and
that there is no damage 
to the:

door (bent),

hinges and latches 
(broken or loosened),

door seals and sealing
surfaces.

The Oven Should Not 

be

adjusted or repaired by
anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.

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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

Safety Information

Operating Instructions

Tr

oubleshooting T

ips

Consumer Support

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

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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.

WARNING!

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

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Summary of Contents for JES611

Page 1: ...de 13 15 Defrost 16 Defrosting Guide 17 Microwave Terms 18 Care and Cleaning 19 20 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 21 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven 21 Customer Service Warranty 23 Consumer Support Back Cover Microwave Oven Write the model and serial numbers here Model ________________________ Serial ________________________ Find these numbers on a label inside th...

Page 2: ...any object between the 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 properly and that there is no damage to the door bent hinges and latches broken or loosened door seals and sealing surfaces The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except p...

Page 3: ...ement near a swimming pool or near a sink 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 if paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven while cooking Remove wire twist ties and metal ...

Page 4: ...crowave 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 Operating the microwave with no food inside for more than a minute or two may cause damage to the oven and could start a fire It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the ...

Page 5: ... if the container is opened pressure can build up This can cause the container to burst possibly resulting in injury Spontaneous boiling Under certain special circumstances liquids may start to boil during or shortly after removal from the microwave oven To prevent burns from splashing liquid we recommend the following before removing the container from the oven allow the container to stand in the...

Page 6: ...aper 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 as they may also ignite Some styrofoam trays like those that meat is packaged on have a thin strip of metal embedded in the bottom When microwaved the metal can burn the floor of the oven or ignite a paper towel D...

Page 7: ... foil trays 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 inch away from the sides of the oven Plastic cookware 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 ma...

Page 8: ...sponsibility 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 using an extension cord with this appliance If the power cord is too short have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance See WARNING EXTENSION CORDS section ...

Page 9: ...insulated and 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 cord from the adapter always hold the adapter with one hand If this is not done the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use Should this happen DO NOT USE the appl...

Page 10: ... rating of the extension cord should be 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 so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally If you use an extension cord the ...

Page 11: ...ith Metal Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven Control Panel Door Latch Release Press latch release to open door Door must be securely latched for oven to operate Removable Turntable Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven The turntable may be removed for cleaning Convenience Guide NOTE Rating plate oven vent s and oven light ar...

Page 12: ...door during Cook Time to check the food Close the door and cooking resumes automatically Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 12 Power Level Selector The Power Level Selector allows you to cook or defrost by time It sets the correct power level for the type of heating you need Set the Power Level Selector before setting a cooking defrosting time ...

Page 13: ... oz package 7 to 9 min In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water frozen lima 10 oz package 7 to 9 min In 1 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water Beets fresh whole 1 bunch 20 to 25 min In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water Broccoli fresh cut 1 bunch 8 to 10 min In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup 11 4 to 11 2 lbs water fresh spears 1 bunch 10 to 13 min In 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup 11 4 to 11 2 lbs wate...

Page 14: ... qt casserole place 1 2 cup water frozen 10 oz package 6 to 8 min In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Corn frozen kernel 10 oz package 5 to 8 min In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Corn on the cob fresh 1 to 4 ears 4 to 5 min In 2 qt casserole place corn per ear If corn is in husk use no water if corn has been husked add 1 4 cup water Rearrange after half of time frozen 1 ear 6 to...

Page 15: ...o 14 min Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes white 6 to 8 oz each Place in 2 qt casserole with 1 2 cup water Stir after half of time fresh whole 1 6 to 8 oz 3 to 5 min Pierce with cooking fork Place sweet or white in center of the oven Let stand 5 minutes Spinach fresh 10 to 16 oz 6 to 8 min In 2 qt casserole place washed spinach frozen chopped 10 oz package 6 to 8 min In 1 qt casserole place and leaf ...

Page 16: ...lly defrosted Plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered Family size prepackaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and microwaved If the food is in a foil container transfer it to a microwave safe dish Foods that spoil easily such as milk eggs fish stuffings poultry and pork should not be allowed to sit out for more than one hour after defrosting Room temperature promotes the ...

Page 17: ...foil Steaks chops and 6 to 10 min Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish Turn cutlets per lb over after half the time and shield warm areas with foil When finished separate pieces and let stand to complete defrosting Poultry Chicken broiler fryer 18 to 22 min Place wrapped chicken in dish Unwrap and cut up 21 2 to 3 lbs turn over after half the time When finished separate pieces and microwave 2 to 4...

Page 18: ...lar oven you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over browning When microwaving you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry which would cook before larger parts Standing Time When you cook with regular ovens foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set Standing time is especially important in microwa...

Page 19: ...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 Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave Removable Turntable and Turntable Support To prevent breakage do not place the turntable int...

Page 20: ...th a damp cloth Dry thoroughly Do not use cleaning sprays large amounts of soap and water abrasives or sharp objects on the panel they can damage it Some paper towels can also scratch the control panel Door Surface It s important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave Use only mild non abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth Rinse well Safety Inform...

Page 21: ...et Door not securely closed Open the door and close securely Timer is set yet oven will Door not securely closed Open the door and close not start securely 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 Cook Dull thumping sound while oven is operating TV radio interference might be...

Page 22: ...Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Notes 22 ...

Page 23: ...ube fails due to From the date of the a defect in materials or workmanship During this original purchase additional four year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs For the above limited warranty To avoid any trip charges you must take the microwave oven to a General Electric Factory Service Center or a General Electric Customer Care servicer and pick it up...

Page 24: ...nded warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories www GEAppliances com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent di...

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