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Spacemaker Oven

GE 

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3828W5A4677    

49-40479    01-06 JR

JVM1490

Owner’s

Manual

ge.com

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # __________________________

Serial #  __________________________

You can find them on a label when the 
door is open.

Safety Instructions

 . . . . . . . . . . . . .2–6

Operating Instructions

Bake Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 18, 20
Best Method of Cooking Chart  . . . .21
Changing Power Level . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cooking Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cookware Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Fast Bake Feature  . . . . . . . . .10, 19, 20
Features of Your Oven   . . . . . . . . . 8, 9
Microwave Terms  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Other Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22–24

Automatic Fan  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Auto Nite Light  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Beeper Volume  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Child Lock-Out  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
CLEAR/OFF  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Cooking Complete Reminder . . . .22
Display Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Display ON/OFF  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Display Speed  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
HELP  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
START/PAUSE  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Surface Light  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Timer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Vent Fan  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Sensor Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15–17
Time and Auto Features  . . . . 9, 11–13

Care and Cleaning

Charcoal Filters  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Inside  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Outside  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Replacing the Light Bulbs  . . . . . . . .27
Stainless Steel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Vent Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 29

Troubleshooting Tips

 . . . . . . . . 30, 31

Things That Are Normal 
With Your Microwave Oven . . . . . . . 32

Consumer Support

Consumer Support  . . . . . . Back Cover
Optional Kits  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Product Registration  . . . . . . . . . 33, 34
Warranty  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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Summary of Contents for Profile Spacemaker JVM1490SH01

Page 1: ...per Volume 23 Child Lock Out 22 CLEAR OFF 22 Clock 22 Cooking Complete Reminder 22 Display Language 23 Display ON OFF 23 Display Speed 24 HELP 22 START PAUSE 22 Surface Light 24 Timer 24 Vent Fan 24 S...

Page 2: ...lastic 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...

Page 3: ...rfaces Do not immerse power cord or plug in water Do not mount this appliance over a sink See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual T...

Page 4: ...uce the risk of injury to persons Do not overheat the liquid Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it Do not use straight sided containers with narrow necks After heating allow the c...

Page 5: ...helf is positioned properly inside the oven to prevent product damage Do not cover the shelf or any part of the oven with metal foil This will cause overheating of the microwave convection oven Do not...

Page 6: ...operation plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker WARNING WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can resu...

Page 7: ...nd of cabinet installation Each kit contains two 3 wide filler panels Filter Kits JX81A Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit Filter kits are used when the oven cannot be vented to the outside Available a...

Page 8: ...reen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven Control Panel and Selector Dial Removable Turntable Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven The turnta...

Page 9: ...osting time Press twice Auto Food weight up to six pounds Press three times Fast Food weight up to one pound POWER level Power level 1 10 Sensor Features Press Turn and push dial to enter Option POPCO...

Page 10: ...gy from penetration and heat conducted from outside of food Benefits Shortened cooking time from microwave energy plus browning and crisping from convection heat Always use the shelf with Fast Bake Av...

Page 11: ...t Press the dial to enter Press the TIME COOK button again Turn the dial to set the second cook time and press the dial to enter Change the power level if you don t want full power Press POWER Turn th...

Page 12: ...our after defrosting Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria For more even defrosting of larger foods such as roasts use Auto Defrost Be sure large meats are completely defrosted befo...

Page 13: ...e at right For example dial 5 for 5 pounds 8 oz Press the dial to enter Press the START PAUSE button to start defrosting Turn the food over if the oven signals TURN FOOD OVER Remove defrosted meat or...

Page 14: ...10 which gives 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...

Page 15: ...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 th...

Page 16: ...was being set close the door and press the START PAUSE button to begin cooking If food is undercooked after the countdown use Time Cook for additional cooking time Do not open the oven door before the...

Page 17: ...ay result in severely overcooked or burnt food NOTE Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food Reheat The Reheat feature re...

Page 18: ...automatically Open the oven door and using caution place the food in the oven Close the oven door Turn the dial to set the cook time and press the dial or START PAUSE to start cooking When cooking is...

Page 19: ...ven browning See the Cookware Tips section for information on suggested cookware See the Best Method of Cooking section to determine the which foods are appropriate to cook using Fast Bake Fast Bake w...

Page 20: ...or of heat Cookware Microwave Bake Fast Bake Heat Resistant Glass Glass Ceramic Yes Yes Yes Pyrex Fire King Corning Ware etc Metal No Yes No Non Heat Resistant Glass No No No Microwave Safe Plastics Y...

Page 21: ...and Bundt Angel Food and Chiffon Custard and Pudding Bar Cookies Fruit Pies and Pastry Candy Blanching Vegetables Frozen Convenience Foods Select the best method of cooking ge com Bake When using the...

Page 22: ...il you either open the oven door or press the CLEAR OFF button CLEAR OFF START PAUSE Start Pause In addition to starting many functions START PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door...

Page 23: ...to enter after each selection NOTE The NITE indicator will be lit whenever the nite light is set to operate To review the nite light settings turn the dial to select REVIEW SETTINGS after selecting t...

Page 24: ...ght light or a third time to turn the light off SURFACE LIGHT About the other features Timer The Timer operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time even when the oven is operating Press the...

Page 25: ...llows 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 t...

Page 26: ...d water or in the dishwasher Do not clean in a self cleaning oven How to Clean the Outside We recommend against using cleaners with ammonia or alcohol as they can damage the appearance of the microwav...

Page 27: ...al by gently unscrewing the bulb Screw in the new bulb then raise the light cover and replace the screw Connect electrical power to the oven 4 3 2 1 Remove screw CleanSteel Use a clean soft light and...

Page 28: ...st always be in place when the hood is used The vent filters should be cleaned once a month or as needed Removing and Cleaning the Filters To remove slide them to the rear using the tabs Pull down and...

Page 29: ...remove the charcoal filter first disconnect power at the main fuse or circuit breaker or pull the plug Remove the top grille by removing the two screws that hold it in place You may need to open the...

Page 30: ...ogram and press START accidentally Food weight not entered after Make sure you have entered food weight after selecting selecting AUTO DEFROST or AUTO DEFROST or FAST DEFROST FAST DEFROST Food type no...

Page 31: ...Oven temperature The cooking element cycles This is normal fluctuates during cooking on and off to maintain the oven temperature at the desired setting Vent fan comes on The vent fan automatically tu...

Page 32: ...at power levels other than high Dull thumping sound while oven is operating The vent fan operating while the microwave is operating The vent fan will not go off nor can it be turned off until the mic...

Page 33: ...protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much mo...

Page 34: ...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 registration...

Page 35: ...urchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available you may be responsi...

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