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164D3370P161

49-40170     12-00 JR   

Safety Information

Adapter Plugs  . . . . . . .9

Arcing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Extension Cords  . . . .10

Foods  . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5

Grounding 

Instructions  . . . . . . . . .8

Microwave-Safe 

Cookware  . . . . . . . . .6, 7

Precautions to Avoid

Possible Exposure to

Excessive Microwave

Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Safety Precautions . .2, 3

Operating Instructions

Care and 

Cleaning . . . . . . . .25, 26

Changing the

Power Level  . . . . . . . .13

Convenience 

Features . . . . . . . . 19–21

Cooking Guide  . .15, 16

Defrosting Guide  . . .18

Features of Your 

Microwave  Oven 11, 12

Microwave Terms  . . .24

Other Features  . . 22–23

Time Features   . .14–19

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You Call 

For Service  . . . . . . . . .27

Things That Are 

Normal With Your

Microwave Oven  . . . .28

Consumer Support

Consumer 

Support . . . .Back Cover

Product 

Registration . . . . .29, 30

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . .31

www.GEAppliances.com

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a label inside the oven.

JES636

Owner’s
Manual

Microwave Oven

49-40170v03  12/21/00  9:12 AM  Page 1

Summary of Contents for MW636

Page 1: ...19 21 Cooking Guide 15 16 Defrosting Guide 18 Features of Your Microwave Oven 11 12 Microwave Terms 24 Other Features 22 23 Time Features 14 19 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 27 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven 28 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 29 30 Warranty 31 www GEAppliances com Write the model and serial numbers here ________...

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 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 ...

Page 3: ...iance outdoors Do not use this product near water for example in a wet basement 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 ...

Page 4: ...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 oven Foods with unbroken ...

Page 5: ...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 oven for 30 to 40 seconds after the oven has shut off Do not boil liquids in narrow necked containers such as...

Page 6: ...cled 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 Do not use the micr...

Page 7: ...rays 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 materials...

Page 8: ...bligation 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 For best operation...

Page 9: ...ed 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 appliance u...

Page 10: ...d 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 countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally If you use an extension cord the interior light may flicker an...

Page 11: ...a power failure or if the microwave has been unplugged PF will be displayed and the clock must be reset Door Latch Release Press latch release to open door 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 are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven 1 3 2 ...

Page 12: ...es more less time REHEAT Food type 1 7 Serving size BEVERAGE Starts immediately 4 oz 8 oz or 12 oz press once twice or three times AUTO DEFROST Food weight About the features of your microwave oven You can microwave by time or with the convenience features TIME COOK TIME DEFROST POWER LEVEL 30 SEC POPCORN REHEAT BEVERAGE AUTO DEFROST 1 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPRESS COOK 5 EXPRESS COOK 6 EX...

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Page 15: ... 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 water frozen 10 oz package 6 to 8 min In 1 qt casserole chopped frozen spears 10 oz package 6 to 8 min In 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water Cabbage fresh 1 medium head 11 to 13 min In 11 2 or 2 qt casserole place about 2 lbs 1 4 c...

Page 16: ...n 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Potatoes fresh cubed 4 potatoes 12 to 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 sp...

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Page 18: ...separate pieces and let stand to complete defrosting Poultry Chicken broiler fryer 18 to 22 min Place wrapped chicken in dish Unwrap cut up 21 2 to 3 lbs 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 24 to 28 min Place wrapped chicken in dish After half 21 2 to 3 lbs the time unwrap and tu...

Page 19: ...ng POPCORN press 1 immediately after the oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time 2 1 POPCORN 9 1 EXPRESS COOK less time more time Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Information 19 www GEAppliances com Express Cook 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 ...

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Page 22: ...ave clock shows the correct time of day Select your desired cooking program Press START The Delay time will be displayed The oven will automatically start at the delayed time The time of day may be displayed by pressing CLOCK 4 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 1 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPRESS COOK 5 EXPRESS COOK 6 ...

Page 23: ...owave 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 START The timer will begin counting down to zero and cooking will then begin How to Use to Set a Holding Time You can set a holding time between Defrost and Time Cook from one second to 99 minutes Press TIME DEFROST...

Page 24: ...with wax paper allows excess steam to escape Shielding 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 co...

Page 25: ...h Remove greasy spatters 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 upon closing use only mild nonabrasive soaps or detergents using a sponge or soft cloth Rinse with a damp cloth and dry Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave ...

Page 26: ... 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 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 ...

Page 27: ...en the door 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 selection entered Press CLEAR OFF already in oven and CLEAR OFF pad not pressed to cancel it Cooking time not entered Make sure you have after pressing TIME COOK entered cooking time after p...

Page 28: ... Dull thumping sound while oven is 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 Thi...

Page 29: ...ple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs Place your confidence in GE and call us in t...

Page 30: ...er is 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Read your Owner s Manual carefully It will help you operate your new appliance properly 1 2 3 Model Number Serial Number Important If you did not get a registration card with your product detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered or register online at www GEAppliances com First Name Apt City Last Name Zip Code State Phone Number GE A...

Page 31: ... Not Cover 31 All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service on line 24 hours a day contact us at www GEAppliances com or call 800 GE CARES Staple your receipt here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Any part of the microwave oven wh...

Page 32: ...nts 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 directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Di...

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