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Time Features

Time Cook I

Allows you to 
microwave for any 
time up to 99 minutes 
and 99 seconds. 

Power 10 (High) is
automatically set, but you
may change it for more
flexibility. 

You may open the door
during Time Cook to
check the food. Close the
door and press START to
resume cooking.

Time Cook II

Lets you change power
levels automatically during
cooking. Here’s how to 
do it:

1

Press TIME COOK. 

2

Enter the first cook time. 

3

Change the power level
if you don’t want full
power. (Press POWER
LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)

4

Press TIME COOK.

5

Enter the second cook
time.

6

Change the power level
if you don’t want full
power. (Press POWER
LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)

7

Press START.

At the end of Time Cook I,
Time Cook II counts down.

Time Cook

1 Press TIME COOK.

2 Enter cooking time.

3 Change power level 

if you don’t want full
power. (Press POWER
LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)

4 Press START.

Summary of Contents for JVM1620

Page 1: ...efore You Call For Service 33 GE Microvawe Oven Warranty 35 Mabe Service Numbers Back Cover 11 Important Safety Information Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Special Notes About Microwaving 6 Operating Instructions Features of Your Microwave 11 The Controls on Your Microwave 12 Time Features 15 Quick Touch Features 21 Auto Feature 23 Other Features 24 29 5684 3...

Page 2: ...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 1 door bent 2 hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 door seals and sealing surfaces The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly quali...

Page 3: ...ack cover of this manual You will need it to obtain service under warranty Help us help you Before you call for service there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better Read this manual It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your microwave properly If you received a damaged oven immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the oven Save time and money Check t...

Page 4: ...L listed for installation over electric and gas ranges This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY a Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since this operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks b Do not place any ...

Page 5: ...a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped 11 This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service technicians Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment 12 Do not cover or block any openings on the oven 13 Do not store this appliance outdoors 14 Do not use this oven near water for example near a kitche...

Page 6: ...eggs and sealed containers for example closed jars are able to explode and should not be heated in this microwave oven Heating these products in 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 cau...

Page 7: ...erages in narrow necked bottles especially carbonated beverages Even if the container is opened pressure can build up This can cause the container to burst possibly resulting in injury Hot foods and steam can cause burns Be careful when opening any containers of hot food including popcorn bags cooking pouches and boxes To prevent possible injury direct steam away from hands and face Do not overcoo...

Page 8: ...taining 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 Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in micro wave ovens Check the package for proper use ...

Page 9: ...microwave or the fan filters In the event of a grease fire on the surface units below the microwave oven smother a flaming pan on the surface unit by covering the pan completely with a lid a cookie sheet or a flat tray Use care when cleaning the vent fan filters Corrosive cleaning agents such as lye based oven cleaners may damage the filters When preparing flaming foods under the microwave turn th...

Page 10: ... are not completely understood or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded If the outlet is a standard 2 prong wall outlet it is your personal responsibility 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 Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance Do ...

Page 11: ... Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven 4 Touch Control Panel You must set the clock before using the microwave 5 Cooktop Lights 6 Grease Filters 7 Removable Turntable Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven The turntable may be removed for cleaning NOTE Rating plate oven vent s and oven light are located on the inside walls of th...

Page 12: ...e or twice Amount of defrosting weight or time EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately POWER LEVEL Power level 1 10 ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately 12 Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven Throughout this manual features and appearance may vary from your model 1 You can microwave by time or with the convenience features ...

Page 13: ... Press 3 times 3 3 5 oz 100 g BAKED POTATO Press START Press once 1 7 1 oz 201 g Press twice 2 14 2 oz 402 g Press 3 times 3 21 3 oz 604 g BEVERAGE Press START Press once 1 Press twice 2 Press 3 times 3 REHEAT Press START Press once 1 8 oz 227 g Press twice 2 16 oz 454 g Press 3 times 3 24 oz 681 g 13 2 Table A ...

Page 14: ...oes Rest periods when the microwave energy cycles off give time for the food to equalize or transfer heat to the inside of the food An example of this is shown with power level 3 the defrost cycle If micro wave energy did not cycle off the outside of the food would cook before the inside was defrosted Here are some examples of uses for various power levels Changing Power Levels 14 How to Change th...

Page 15: ...Here s how to do it 1 Press TIME COOK 2 Enter the first cook time 3 Change the power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level 1 10 4 Press TIME COOK 5 Enter the second cook time 6 Change the power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level 1 10 7 Press START At the end of Time Cook I Time Cook II counts down Time Cook ...

Page 16: ...e cup 1 to 1 lbs 570 to 680 g 120 mL water fresh spears 1 bunch 9 to 13 min In 2 qt 2 l glass baking dish place 1 to 1 lbs 570 to 680 g cup 60 mL water frozen chopped 10 oz 283 g package 5 to 7 min In 1 qt 1L casserole frozen spears 10 oz 283 g package 5 to 7 min In 1 qt 1 L casserole place 3 tablespoons 45 mL water Cabbage fresh 1 medium head 8 to 11 min In 1 or 2 qt 1 5 or 2 L casserole about 2 ...

Page 17: ...283 g package 5 to 7 min In 1 qt 1 L casserole place 2 tablespoons 30 ml water Potatoes fresh cubed 4 potatoes 9 to 12 min Peel and cut into 1 2 5 cm cubes Place in white 6 to 8 oz each 2 qt 2 L casserole with cup 120 mL 170 to 227 g water Stir after half of time fresh whole 1 6 to 8 oz 3 to 4 min Pierce with cooking fork Place in center of sweet or white 170 to 227 g the oven Let stand 5 minutes ...

Page 18: ...s should be slit pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted Plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered Family size prepackaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and micro waved 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...

Page 19: ...g Turn 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 cut up 15 to 19 min Place wrapped chicken in dish Unwrap 2 to 3 lbs 1 1 to 1 4 kg and turn over after half the time When finished separate pieces and microwave 2 to 4 minutes more if necessary Let stand to finish defrosting Chicken whole 1...

Page 20: ...time Note This function does not apply to the Defrost and Express Cook functions Add 30 Seconds This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1 6 minutes Press one of the Express Cook pads from 1 to 6 for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking 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 Expres...

Page 21: ...ackage is less than 1 75 ounces 50 g or larger than 3 5 ounces 100 g Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave 2 Press POPCORN The oven starts immediately Tap POPCORN to select the bag size you are cooking 3 Press START Important Never leave the microwave oven unattended during the cooking of popcorn Important Light Popcorn does not contain as much cooking ingredients oil butter ...

Page 22: ...e serving size is automatically set at 1 but you may change it for more flexibility see table A 3 Press START Reheat 1 The Potato feature heats 1 to 3 servings of any potato 2 Press BAKED POTATO The serving size is automatically set at 1 but you may change it for more flexibility see table A 3 Press START Baked Potato ...

Page 23: ...osting most meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting Large roasts should stand for about 30 minutes 1 Press DEFROST AUTO TIME once 2 Using the Conversion Guide at right enter food weight For example press pads 1 and 2 for 1 2 pounds 1 pound 3 ounces 544 g 3 Press START Time Defrost is explained in the Time Features section Conversion Guide If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ...

Page 24: ...n will beep five times Cooking Complete Reminder Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving 1 Press CLOCK 2 Press CLOCK to select AM or PM 3 Enter time of day 4 Press CLOCK Clock 24 Operating Instructions Other Features ...

Page 25: ... the door or clearing the display Start Pause 1 Press TIMER ON OFF 2 Enter time you want 3 Press TIMER ON OFF to start When time is up the oven will signal and display OFF To turn off the timer signal press TIMER ON OFF NOTE The timer indicator will be lit while the timer is operating Timer On Off ...

Page 26: ...third time to turn the fan off Vent Fan You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children To lock or unlock the controls press and hold CLEAR OFFfor about three seconds When the control panel is locked a lock symbol will be displayed Child Lock Out Press SURFACE LIGHT to turn the surface light on or off Surface Light ...

Page 27: ...ielding In a regular 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 imp...

Page 28: ...e 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 into water just after cooking Wash it carefully in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher The turnt...

Page 29: ...ge 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 nonabrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth Rinse well Bottom Clean off the grease and dust on the bottom often Use a solution of warm water and detergent How to Clean the Outside Do not use cleaners containing a...

Page 30: ...ight first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug 2 Remove the grille by taking out the 2 screws that hold it in place 3 Next remove the screw located above the door near the center of the oven that secures the light housing 4 Replace the screw Connect electrical power to the oven Oven Light Helpful Information Light Bulb Replacement Replace the burned out ...

Page 31: ...be cleaned once a month or as needed Reusable Grease Filters To remove slide it to the left right using the tab Pull it down and out To clean the grease filter soak it and then swish it around in hot water and detergent Don t use ammonia or ammonia products because they will darken the metal Light brushing can be used to remove embedded dirt Rinse shake and let it dry before replacing To replace s...

Page 32: ...rtion of filter upward to release it from the filter bracket and remove 3 Follow steps listed in To Install Charcoal Filter to replace the charcoal filter To Remove Charcoal Filter When installing the charcoal filter disconnect power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug 1 Remove the 2 retaining screws from top air grille and detach it from microwave 2 Discard plastic wrapping...

Page 33: ...g plug on the into wall outlet oven is fully inserted into wall outlet The cooktop light is This is normal located below the oven floor When the light is on the heat it produces may make the oven floor get warm The control has been Press and hold CLEAR OFFfor about locked 3 seconds to unlock the control If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service You have tried to start Start over and ente...

Page 34: ...operating TV radio interference might be noticed while using the microwave Similar to the interference caused by other small appliances it does not indicate a problem with the microwave Plug the microwave into a different electrical circuit move the radio or TV as far away from the microwave as possible or check the position and signal of the TV radio antenna Things That Are Normal If Something Go...

Page 35: ...reakers Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God Incidental or consequential damage to personal property caused by possible defects with this appliance Read your Use 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 free Mabe Canada Inc 1 800 561 3344 Consum...

Page 36: ...service you receive from Mabe follow these steps First contact the people who serviced your appliance Next if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations Mabe Canada Inc Suite 310 1 Factory Lane Moncton NB E1C 9M3 Service Telephone Numbers JVM1630 Printed in China 350A4502P682 JVM1635 ...

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