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Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning

Tr

oubleshooting T

ips

Consumer Support

Using the microwave sensor cooking features.

The Sensor Features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the
cooking time to various types and amounts of food.

Sensor Cooking

The proper containers and covers are
essential for best sensor cooking.

Always use microwave-safe containers
and cover them with lids or vented
plastic wrap. Never use tight sealing
plastic containers—they can prevent
steam from escaping and cause food 
to overcook.

Be sure the outside of the cooking
containers and the inside of the
microwave oven are dry before 
placing food in the oven. Beads 
of moisture turning into steam 
can mislead the sensor.

Popcorn

To use the Popcorn feature:

Follow package instructions, using
Time Cook if the package is less 
than 1.75 ounces or larger than 
3.5 ounces. Place the package of
popcorn in the center of the
microwave.

Press the 

POPCORN

pad. The oven

starts immediately. 

If you open the door while POPCORN is displayed,
ERROR will appear. Close the door, press the

CLEAR/OFF

pad and begin again.

How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to
Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time:

If you find that the brand of popcorn you
use underpops or overcooks consistently,
you can add or subtract 20–30 seconds to
the automatic popping time.

To add time:

After pressing the 

POPCORN

pad, press

the 

9

pad immediately after the oven

starts for an extra 20 seconds. The display
will show 

++

. Press the 

9

pad again to add

another 10 seconds (total 30 seconds
additional time).

To subtract time:

After pressing the 

POPCORN

pad, press 

the 

1

pad immediately after the oven

starts for 20 seconds less cooking time.
The display will show

– –

. Press the 

1

pad

again to reduce cooking time another 
10 seconds (total 30 seconds less time).

Covered

Vented

Dry off dishes so they don’t mislead
the sensor.

Use only with prepackaged
microwave popcorn weighing 
1.75 to 3.5 ounces.

(less time)

(more time)

Summary of Contents for JT96530

Page 1: ...nd Cleaning Broiler Pan and Grid 44 Door 43 Light Bulb 45 Microwave Oven 42 Probe 44 Shelves 45 Troubleshooting Tips 46 49 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 51 52 Warra...

Page 2: ...or 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 AVO...

Page 3: ...All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Do not store this appliance outdoors Do not use this product near water for example in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Before pe...

Page 4: ...flammable material in an oven or near the cooking center Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance For your safety never use your appliance for warming or heating the room Do not leave pape...

Page 5: ...aker panel If the door is opened the fire may spread This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example closed jars will ex...

Page 6: ...prevent spattering Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape Oversized food or oversized metal cookware should not be used in a microwave oven Electrical shock or fire could occur While paper p...

Page 7: ...e up out of the cup when it is moved or when something like a spoon or tea bag is put into it To prevent this from happening and causing injury do not heat any liquid for more than 2 minutes per cup A...

Page 8: ...ight and change in the blower sound may occur while operating at power levels other than high The microwave fan may operate with both ovens off It is cooling the control and will turn itself off Some...

Page 9: ...t use the oven for a storage area Items stored in an oven can ignite Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use After broiling always take the broiler pan out of...

Page 10: ...RN Use to pop popcorn BEVERAGE Use to heat a cup of coffee or other beverage REHEAT Use when foods need a quick warm up VEGETABLE Use when cooking fresh frozen or canned vegetables Be sure to remove a...

Page 11: ...ART PAUSE pad must be pressed to turn on any function In addition to starting many functions START PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the microwave oven door or clearing the display KITC...

Page 12: ...you 100 power Power level 10 will cook faster but food may need more frequent stirring rotating or turning over A lower setting will cook more evenly and need less stirring or rotating of the food Som...

Page 13: ...pad Enter cooking time Change power level if you don t want full power Press the POWER LEVEL pad Select a desired power level 1 10 Press the TIME COOK pad again Enter the second cook time Change the p...

Page 14: ...1 2 cup water fresh whole 1 medium head 9 to 17 min In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water frozen 10 oz package 51 2 to 8 min In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Corn frozen kernel 10 oz packa...

Page 15: ...ets frozen 1 lb 9 to 12 min Shellfish small pieces 1 lb 3 to 7 min Place block in casserole Turn over and break up after half the time Fruit Plastic pouch 1 or 2 10 oz package 3 to 7 min Meat Bacon 1...

Page 16: ...er than 3 5 ounces Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave Press the POPCORN pad The oven starts immediately If you open the door while POPCORN is displayed ERROR will appear Close...

Page 17: ...ucts Foods that must be reheated uncovered Foods that need to be stirred or rotated Foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after reheating How to Change the Automatic Settings To reduce time by...

Page 18: ...ins counting down Do not open the oven door until time is counting down If the door is opened close it and press the START PAUSE pad immediately If food is not done enough use Time Cook to cook for mo...

Page 19: ...ing the Conversion Guide at right enter food weight For example press pads 1 and 2 for 1 2 pounds 1 pound 3 ounces Press START PAUSE Time Defrost is explained in the Using the timed microwave features...

Page 20: ...out 3 seconds to bring up the display Select 1 5 for slow to fast scroll speed Start Pause In addition to starting many functions START PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or cle...

Page 21: ...as a minute timer Press the KITCHEN TIMER pad Enter time you want to count down Press the KITCHEN TIMER pad When time is up the oven will signal To turn off the timer signal press the KITCHEN TIMER p...

Page 22: ...ating and reduce cooking time Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape Shielding In a regular oven you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent overbrownin...

Page 23: ...baking with multiple racks Press twice to select convection baking with one rack BROIL HI LO Pad Press to select the broil function WARM PROOF Pad Press once to keep hot cooked foods warm See the How...

Page 24: ...ay Press the START pad to activate the no shut off and leave the control set in this special features mode Fahrenheit or Celsius Temperature Selection Your oven control is set to use the Fahrenheit te...

Page 25: ...e 24 hour military time clock The display will show 24 hr If this is the choice you want press the START pad Press the CLOCK pad again to black out the clock display The display will show OFF If this...

Page 26: ...an be used for baking roasting only It cannot be used for broiling self cleaning or Delay Start cooking NOTE The oven light comes on automatically on some models when the door is opened and goes off w...

Page 27: ...he display shows SF Tap the DELAY START pad until 12 shdn or no shdn appears in the display 12 shdn indicates that the oven will automatically turn off after 12 hours no shdn indicates that the oven w...

Page 28: ...ove 125 F HOT will show in the display How to Set the Oven for Warming The warm feature keeps cooked foods warm for up to 3 hours after a timed function is finished or warm can be activated to keep ho...

Page 29: ...if the recipe calls for it Preheating is necessary for good results when baking cakes cookies pastry and breads To preheat set the oven at the correct temperature The control will beep when the oven...

Page 30: ...9 Slash fat Well Done to 12 oz E 12 10 Medium 2 11 2 thick about 1 lb E 14 12 Well Done E 17 12 14 30 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support...

Page 31: ...START pad After pressing the START pad SET disappears this tells you the time is counting down although the display does not change until one minute has passed Seconds will not be shown in the display...

Page 32: ...features of your lower oven control section Press the CLEAR OFF pad to clear the display How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop You can set the oven control to delay start the oven cook for a...

Page 33: ...center of dishes such as meat loaf or casseroles When cooking fish insert the probe from just above the gill into the meatiest area parallel to the backbone Insert the probe into the meatiest part of...

Page 34: ...ace one rack in the second B position one in the fourth D position and one in the 6th F position Convection Fan In a convection oven a fan circulates hot air over under and around the food This circul...

Page 35: ...r product while at the same time creating a rich golden brown exterior The broiler pan and grid and the special roasting rack can be used for convection roasting The pan is used to catch grease spills...

Page 36: ...re The fan will stop when the door is opened but the heat will not turn off You can use the timer even though you cannot use timed oven operations For best results when roasting large turkeys and roas...

Page 37: ...vection bake See Multi Rack Baking section for more information Press the CONVECTION BAKE MULTI 1 RACK pad twice for one rack convection baking This mode is used for cooking food items on only one rac...

Page 38: ...t the time of day you want the oven to turn on and start cooking If you would like to check the times you have set press the DELAY START pad to check the start time you have set or press the COOKING T...

Page 39: ...ead them For example to change the oven temperature 15 F press 1 and 5 When you have made the adjustment press the START pad to go back to the time of day display Use your oven as you would normally N...

Page 40: ...r well ventilated room Wipe up heavy soil on the oven bottom How to Set the Oven for Cleaning Press the SELF CLEAN STD LOW pad once for a 4 hour clean time or twice for a 3 hour clean time A 3 hour se...

Page 41: ...cycle to start Press the START pad The door locks automatically The display will show the start time It will not be possible to open the oven door until the temperature drops below the lock temperatur...

Page 42: ...pe up spatters on the window on the inside of the door daily When the window is soiled wash it with a damp cloth Rinse thoroughly and dry Wipe metal and plastic parts on the inside of the door frequen...

Page 43: ...s or harsh abrasives on the outside of the door ge com The door is very heavy Be careful when removing and lifting the door Do not lift the door by the handle To remove the door Fully open the door Pu...

Page 44: ...nish A 50 50 solution of vinegar and hot water works well Broiler Pan Grid lower oven Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in a self cleaning oven After broiling remove the broiler pan from the oven R...

Page 45: ...b Glass cover Receptacle Use gloves or cloth Receptacle Oven Shelves and Convection Roasting Rack lower oven Clean the oven shelves and the convection roasting rack with an abrasive cleanser or steel...

Page 46: ...e function the microwave before the time begins to count down in the display microwave oven oven door was opened display too soon Microwave oven light Light bulb is loose Call for service does not wor...

Page 47: ...er oven being used Cookware not suited Use the broiling pan and grid that came with your oven for broiling Aluminum foil used on the See the Using the lower oven section the broiling pan and grid has...

Page 48: ...ormal popping sound in metal heating and cooling the lower oven during both the cooking and cleaning functions Excessive smoking in Excessive soil Press the CLEAR OFF pad Open the windows to the lower...

Page 49: ...es it by pressing the CLEAR OFF pad setting the clock and resetting any cooking function Steam from the When using the convection This is normal vent when using feature it is normal to see the lower o...

Page 50: ...Care and Cleaning Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 50 Notes...

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Page 52: ...ere Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registrat...

Page 53: ...53 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Notes...

Page 54: ...54 Care and Cleaning Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Notes...

Page 55: ...d Servicer is not available you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service In Alaska the warranty excludes the co...

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