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PROBLEM

OVEN WILL NOT
COME ON

CONTROL PANEL
LIGHTED, YET
OVEN WILL NOT
START

FOODS ARE EITHER
OVERCOOKED OR
UNDERCOOKED

 APPEARS

ON DISPLAY

POSSIBLE CAUSE

● 

A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or

reset circuit breaker.

● 

Unplug your microwave oven, then plug it back in.

 Make sure 3-prong plug on oven is fully inserted into wall receptacle.

● 

Door not securely closed.

● 

START pad must be touched after entering cooking selection.

● 

Another selection entered already in oven and 

 pad not touched to

cancel it.

● 

Make sure you have entered cooking time after touching TIME COOK I & II pad.

● 

 pad was touched accidentally. Reset cooking program and touch

START pad.

. Make sure you have entered a temperature 

 touching TEMP COOK & HOLD pad.

 Make sure you have entered a code number after touching AUTO ROAST pad.

● 

Cooking times may vary because of starting food temperature, food density or

amount of foods in oven. Touch TIME COOK I & II pad and additional cooking time
for completion.

● 

Incorrect power level entered, Check cookbook for recommended power level.

● 

Dish was not rotated, turned or stirred. Some dishes require specific instructions.

Check cookbook or recipe for instructions.

● 

Too many dishes in oven at same time. Cooking time must be increased when

cooking more than one food item. Check cookbook time recommendations.

● 

Probe not inserted properly into meat or dish when using Temp 

 or Auto

Roast function. Check cookbook for specific instructions.

● 

Probe has been forgotten or not seated properly in oven wall when using Temp

Cook & Hold or Auto Roast function.

All these things are normal with your microwave oven:

● 

Steam or vapor escaping from

● 

Dimming oven light and change

● 

Some TV-Radio interference

around the door.

in blower sound may occur while

might be noticed while using your

● 

Light reflection around door or

operating at power levels other

microwave oven. It’s similar to the

outer case.

than high.

interference caused by other small

● 

 thumping sound while oven

appliances and does not indicate a

is operating.

problem with your oven.

If you need more 

 toll free: GE Answer Center@/ 800.626.2000/ consumer information service

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Summary of Contents for Spacemaker JVM140J

Page 1: ...Auto Start 11 Problem Solver 22 Care and Cleaning 19 20 Safety Instructions 2 5 Consumer Services 23 Temperature Cook 11 Control Panel 6 7 Temperature Probe 12 13 19 22 Cooking Complete Reminder 8 Time Cook 10 Delayed Cooking 18 Time Defrost 9 Exhaust Fan 6 20 Warranty Back Cover Extension Cords 21 Features 8 Grease Filter 20 Grounding Instructions 21 GE Answer Center Hold Time 18 80 626 2000 Mode...

Page 2: ...caping from around the door Light reflection around door or outer case Dimming oven light and change in blower sound may occur while operating at power levels other than high Dull thumping sound while oven is operating Some TV Radio interference might be noticed while using your microwave oven It s similar to the interference caused by other small appliances and does not indicate a problem with yo...

Page 3: ... cook food and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use Read and follow the speci lc PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY on page 2 This appliance must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded outlet See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS on page 21 For best operation plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights blowing of fuse...

Page 4: ... rapidly than foods containing less moisture Should this occur refer to the Care and Cleaning section s for instructions on how to clean the inside of the oven Thermometer Do not use a thermometer in food you are microwaving unless the thermometer is designed or recommended for use in the microwave oven Remove the temperature probe from the oven when not using it to cook with If you leave the prob...

Page 5: ...XHAUST HOOD Have it installed and properly grounded by a qualified installer See the special installation booklet packed with the microwave oven The exhaust fan in the oven will operate automatically under certain conditions see Automatic Fan Feature While the fan is operating caution is required to prevent the s rting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the exhaust fan is in use For t...

Page 6: ...ber to slow cook or temperature cook meat with automatic preset program 8 VENT FAN Press HI LO or OFF for the different fan speeds 9 TEMP COOWOLD Use the temperature probe to cook by using a preset temperature Once food reaches preset temperature oven switches to Hold setting and maintains that temperature until you touch the OFF RESET pad 10 MIN SEC TIMER This feature uses no microwave energy It ...

Page 7: ... USE PROBE a B OFF START t AUTOMATIC COOKING CONTROLS AUTO ROAST F AUTO DEFROST COOKING GUIDE BEHIND DOOR 7 ...

Page 8: ...ed or when oven is operating in any function Probe Probe must be s curely inserted into receptacle before oven will start any temperature or Auto Roast cooking 8 Temperature Probe Use with Temp CooUHold and Auto Roast functions only 9 Shelf Lets you microwave several foods at once See Safety Instructions and Oven Shelf section for special instructions Use this shelf only when cooking foods on two ...

Page 9: ...s can be defrosted and microwaved If the food is in a foil container transfer it to a microwave safe dish Check the cookbook for other defrosting tips Questions and Answers Q When I press START I hear a dull thumping noise What is it A This sound is normal It is letting you know the oven is using a power level lower than 10 High Q Can I defrost small items in a hurry A Yes but they will need more ...

Page 10: ... cook time For example touch 2 1 and 5 for two minutes and 15 seconds Step 4 Touch TIME COOK I 11 Step 5 Set your second cook time I Howto Change Power Level I After setting cooking time touch POWER LEVEL pad then touch desired number for new power level Step 6 Touch START Step 7 At the end of COOK TIME I the second power level is displayed and COOK TIME II is shown counting down Step 8 When time ...

Page 11: ...cycle Step 8 Remove probe and food from the oven Cooking Tips Use a lower power level foods will heat more evenly though requiring more time Be sure frozen food has been completely defrosted before inserting probe Probe may break off if used in frozen foods Cover foods loosely for moisture control and quick even heating How to Use Auto Start The Auto Start feature allows you to program your oven t...

Page 12: ...vet in microwave safe dish Refer to package instructions for proper use of cooking bag Insert probe through cooking bag horizontally into the center meaty area not touching bone or fat Make sure the handle does not touch the food or top or sides of the oven Place meat in oven with probe to the right Insert cable end of probe firmly into receptacle on oven wall How to Roast Beef to Medium n AUTO RO...

Page 13: ...commended standing tin ring Automatic Simmer Guide Auto Roast Code 4 Finat Temp Approx TimWours Doneness Display Comments Add enough liquid to just cover meat If adding vegetables make sure they are completely covered by liquid Precook meat Place probe 1 inch from top surface Stir after 3 hours if possible Add 4 cups liquid Insert probe into meatiest area of inner thigh from below end and parallel...

Page 14: ...r pads 1 and 2 for weight of 1 2 pounds 1 pound 3 ounces See Conversion Guide at right n START 4 Touch START pad Display shows defrost time counting down Twice during defrosting the oven beeps 4 times and TURn flashes Follow the directions in the Auto Defrost Guide for what to do at the first and second signal Then close the door and touch START Defrosting continues during TURn display Stand Time ...

Page 15: ... lbs 5 minutes Whole Chicken 0 1 5 0 lbs Turn over and shield Turn over and shield 10 minutes run cold water in cavity 20 minutes in refrigerator Shield where necessary 0 1 5 0 lbs Turn over Turkey Breast breast side up Separate and remove defrosted pieces 5 minutes Chicken Pieces 0 1 5 0 lbs Turn over 10 minutes run cold water in cavity 5 minutes Cornish hens whole 0 1 5 0 Ibs Remove wrapper and ...

Page 16: ... important select from among the suggestions at right Also food Next lower the front until the shelf support guides fit onto the support guides located at each side of the oven in the front Cookware for heating or reheating include 1 cup measuring cup 8x4x3 inch loaf dishes 9x5x3 inch loaf dishes or 9 inch pie plates When properly positioned the shelf should fit snugly in place be level and not to...

Page 17: ...oods especially energy enters the oven from the those on the oven floor after 3 4 bottom only Also it is important of total time and remove any which to remember that foods absorb are done Continue cooking others microwave energy at different rates Rates can be affected by the size of the food and its starting temperature Because of the varying rates you may need to start reheating a large or dens...

Page 18: ...uch pads 1 5 0 and O for 15 minutes defrosting time Defrosting is automatically set on power level 3 but can be changed by touching the POWER LEVEL pad and the desired power level n MIN SEC TIMER Step 4 Set standing or hold time by touching MIN SEC TIMER pad Step 5 Touch 1 0 0 and O to hold for ten minutes n TIME COOK I II Step 6 Touch TIME COOK I 11 pad Step 7 Touch 2 5 0 and O for 25 minutes of ...

Page 19: ...se Bon Ami brand cleanser on the painted surfaces such as the walls It may scratch the paint Automatic Temperature Probe Probe is sturdy but care should be taken in handling Do not twist or bend avoid dropping temperature probe Clean as soon after using as possible To clean wipe with sudsy cloth then rub lightly with plastic scouring ball if necessary Rinse and dry or wash in dishwasher Shelf Your...

Page 20: ...fr nt The filter will drop out To clean grease filter soak then agitate filter in solution of hot water and detergent Don t use ammonia or other alkali because they will darken metal Light brushing can be used to remove embedded dirt Rinse shake and remove moisture before replacing Filters should be cleaned at least To replace grease filter slide the filter in the frame slot on the back of the ope...

Page 21: ...att 30 watt incandescent bulb incandescent bulbs available from your supplier High intensity 40 watt bulbs which are available in supermarkets and hardware stores may also be used for replacements Raise light compartment cover and replace screw Connect electrical power to microwave oven vailable from your supplier Clean off the grease and dust on WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug an resul...

Page 22: ...l cooking time for completion Incorrect power level entered Check cookbook for recommended power level Dish was not rotated turned or stirred Some dishes require specific instructions Check cookbook or recipe for instructions Too many dishes in oven at same time Cooking time must be increased when cooking more than one food item Check cookbook time recommendations Probe not inserted properly into ...

Page 23: ...can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home The GE parts system pro vides access to over 47 000 parts and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted User maintenance instructions contained in this boo et cover proce dures intended to be performed by any user Other servicing gener y shotid be referred to qufifled ser vice pe...

Page 24: ...beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 WHAT IS NOT COVERED Service trips to your home to teach Replacement of house fuses or vou how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers Read your Use and Care material Failure of the product if it is used for If you then have any questions other than its intended purpose or about operating the product please used commercially contact your dealer or our ...

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