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GE Spacemaker JVM1630, Owner'S Manual

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Operating Instructions

Other Features Your Model May Have

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The HELP pad displays
feature information and
helpful hints. Press HELP,
then select a feature pad.

Help

To remind you that you
have food in the oven, the
oven will display “FOOD IS
READY” and beep once a
minute until you either
open the oven door or
press CLEAR/OFF.

Cooking Complete
Reminder

Press to enter the time of
day or to check the time 
of day while microwaving.

1

Press CLOCK.

2

Enter time of day.

3

Select AM or PM.

4

Press START or CLOCK.

Clock

Summary of Contents for Spacemaker JVM1630

Page 1: ...rmation Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Special Notes About Microwaving 5 Operating Instructions Features of Your Microwave 10 The Controls on Your Microwave 11 Time Features 14 Convenience Features 20 Other Features 24 Oven Shelf 29 49 40474 3828W5A8490 251800304283 01 06 JR Write the model and serial numbers here Model ______________________________ Serial ...

Page 2: ...at or tamper with the safety interlocks Do Not Place any object between 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...

Page 3: ...stalled over both gas and electric cooking equipment Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by General Electric Service or an authorized service agent using a power cord available from General Electric Use this appliance only for its intended use as desc...

Page 4: ...n not in use If materials inside oven ignite keep the oven door closed turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel If the door is opened the fire may spread Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession on the same food portion If food is under cooked after the first countdown use Time Cook for additional cooking time See door surface...

Page 5: ...en unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example closed jars are able to explode and should not be heated in this microwave oven Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will ca...

Page 6: ...f Make sure all infant food is thoroughly cooked Stir food to distribute the heat evenly Be careful to prevent scalding when warming formula or breast milk The container may feel cooler than the milk really is Always test the milk before feeding the baby Don t defrost frozen beverages in narrow necked bottles especially carbonated beverages Even if the container is opened pressure can build up Thi...

Page 7: ...aments 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 microwave ovens Check the package for proper use Paper towels waxed paper an...

Page 8: ...ee Automatic Fan feature Take care to prevent the starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is in use Clean the underside of the microwave often Do not allow grease to build up on the 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...

Page 9: ...e the third ground prong from the power cord Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance Do not use 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 For best operation plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit...

Page 10: ...ping microwaves confined in the oven 4 Shelf if included Lets you microwave several foods at once Food microwaves best when placed directly on the oven floor or turntable 5 Touch Control Panel You must set the clock before using the microwave 6 Cooktop Lights 7 Grease Filters 8 Removable Turntable Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven The turntable may be removed for cleaning ...

Page 11: ...TIME Press twice Amount of defrosting time EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately POWER LEVEL Power level 1 10 ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately 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 12: ...rvings COOK on some models Food type1 9 weight REHEAT See Reheat Guide Food type 1 6 1 3 servings DEFROST AUTO TIME Food weight Press once 2 HELP on some models Press this pad and any feature pad for usage instructions and tips GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you begin check the guide located on the inside front of the oven when you open the door GUIDES IN BOOK Cooking Time Defrost Reheat Snacks ...

Page 13: ...he 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 Power Level Best Uses High 10 Fish bacon vegetables boiling liqu...

Page 14: ...ess 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 again 5 Enter the second cook time 6 Change the power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a power level 1 10 7 Press START At the end of Time Cook I Time Cook II counts down 1 Press TIME COOK 2 Enter cooking ti...

Page 15: ...2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water 11 4 to 11 2 lbs fresh spears 1 bunch 9 to 13 min In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish place 11 4 to 11 2 lbs 1 4 cup water frozen 10 oz package 5 to 7 min In 1 qt casserole chopped frozen spears 10 oz package 5 to 7 min In 1 qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water Cabbage fresh 1 medium head 8 to 11 min In 11 2 or 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup about 2 lbs water wedges...

Page 16: ...ckage 5 to 7 min In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Potatoes fresh cubed 4 potatoes 9 to 12 min Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes Place in white 6 to 8 oz each 2 qt casserole with 1 2 cup water Stir after half of time fresh whole 1 6 to 8 oz 3 to 4 min Pierce with cooking fork Place in sweet or white center of the oven Let stand 5 minutes Spinach fresh 10 to 16 oz 5 to 7 min In 2 qt casserol...

Page 17: ...r or plastic can be defrosted in the package Tightly closed packages 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 microwaved If the food is in a foil container transfer it to a microwave safe dish Foods that spoil easily such as milk eggs fish stuffin...

Page 18: ...ld warm areas with foil When finished separate pieces and let stand to complete defrosting Poultry Chicken broiler fryer 15 to 19 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 4 minutes more if necessary Let stand to finish defrosting Chicken whole 17 to 21 min Place wrapped chicken in dish After half 2...

Page 19: ... to set 30 seconds of cooking time 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 Express Cook ...

Page 20: ...onds Press 9 again to add another 10 seconds total 30 seconds additional time To subtract time After pressing POPCORN press 1 immediately after the oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time Press 1 again to reduce cooking time another 10 seconds total 30 seconds less time less time more time Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1 75 to 3 5 ounces Popcorn Operating Instructions C...

Page 21: ...ed after pressing START Press number pad 2 or 3 Reheat 1 Pasta Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 2 Meats casseroles pizza Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 3 Fruits and vegetables Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 4 Beverages 8 10 oz Works best with wide mouth mug do not cover 5 Sauces and gravies Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 6 Plate of leftovers Cover with vented plastic wrap...

Page 22: ...tic wrap 3 Fresh Vegetables 4 to 16 oz Use microwave safe casserole or bowl Add 2 tablespoons water for each serving Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 4 Potatoes 8 to 40 oz Pierce skin with fork Place potatoes on oven floor or turntable 5 Fish 4 to 16 oz Use oblong square or round dish Cover with vented plastic wrap or wax paper 6 Chicken Pieces 4 to 40 oz Use oblong square or round dish Cover...

Page 23: ... during defrost the oven signals TURN At each TURN signal turn the food over Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil After defrosting most meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting Large roasts should stand for about 30 minutes Conversion Guide If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces the ounces must be converted to tenths 1 of a pound Weight of ...

Page 24: ...e pad Help To remind you that you have food in the oven the oven will display FOOD IS READY and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR OFF Cooking Complete Reminder Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving 1 Press CLOCK 2 Enter time of day 3 Select AM or PM 4 Press START or CLOCK Clock ...

Page 25: ...Display On Off Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 24 hours 1 Press DELAY START 2 Enter the time you want the oven to start Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day 3 Select AM or PM 4 Select any combination of Defrost Auto Time or Time Cook I II 5 Press START The Delay Start time will be displayed plus DS The oven will automatically start at the del...

Page 26: ...ccurs press REMINDER to turn it off The Reminder time may be displayed by pressing REMINDER NOTE The REM indicator will remain lit to show that the Reminder is set To clear the Reminder before it occurs press REMINDER then 0 The REM indicator will no longer be lit Reminder Timer On Off operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time even when the oven is operating 1 Press TIMER ON OFF 2 Ent...

Page 27: ...n To lock or unlock the controls press and hold CLEAR OFF for about three seconds When the control panel is locked an L will be displayed to the extreme right Child Lock Out For best cooking results leave the turntable on It can be turned off for large dishes Press TURNTABLE to turn the turntable on or off When the turntable is off rotate the dish 1 2 turn after half the time for best results Some...

Page 28: ...usted Press BEEPER VOLUME Choose 0 3 for mute to loud Beeper Volume An automatic fan feature protects the microwave from too much heat rising from the cooktop below it It automatically turns on if it senses too much heat If you have turned the fan on you may find that you cannot turn it off The fan will automatically turn off when the internal parts are cool It may stay on for 30 minutes or more a...

Page 29: ...ime Make sure the shelf is positioned properly inside the microwave to prevent damage to the oven from arcing Do not use a microwave browning dish on the shelf The shelf could overheat Do not use the oven with the shelf on the microwave floor This could damage the microwave Use pot holders when handling the shelf it may be hot Do not use the shelf when cooking popcorn Do not use the shelf with Sen...

Page 30: ...per 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 cooking or to...

Page 31: ...ial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave Shelf if included Clean with mild soap and water or in the dishwasher Do not clean in a self cleaning oven 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 turntable and support can be broken if dropped Remember do not o...

Page 32: ...id the surrounding plastic parts Do not use appliance wax polish bleach or products containing chlorine on Stainless Steel finishes CleanSteel or Graphite Use a clean soft light and lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly Do not use appliance wax polish bleach or products containing any chemical agent on the CleanSteel or Graphite surfaces Plastic Color Panels Use a clean soft lightly dampened ...

Page 33: ... your GE supplier Cooktop Light 1 To replace the oven light first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug 2 Remove the top grille by taking out the 2 screws that hold it in place 3 Remove the charcoal filter if present to access the light cover see Remove Charcoal Filter section 4 Remove the light cover located near the center of the oven that holds the bulb...

Page 34: ...on the filters must ALWAYS be in place when the hood is used The grease filters should be cleaned once a month or as needed Reusable Grease Filters To remove slide it to the rear 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...

Page 35: ... on some models To remove the charcoal filter disconnect power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug Remove the top grille by removing the 2 screws that hold it in place Pull the filter at the bottom until it comes free of the locking tabs Slide the filter down and out To Remove Charcoal Filter Remove 2 grille screws to remove the grille To install a new filter remove plastic ...

Page 36: ...make the oven floor get warm The control has been Press and hold CLEAR OFF for locked about 3 seconds to unlock the control The vent fan The vent fan cannot be turned off automatically turns on while the microwave is operating to cool internal parts This is normal Wait for the microwave while the microwave to turn off and the fan will either go is on off automatically or you will need to turn it o...

Page 37: ...r 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 microwave is off 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...

Page 38: ...EAC 800 833 4322 GE supports the Universal Design concept products services and environments that can be used by people of all ages sizes and capabilities We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and impairments For details of GE s Universal Design applications including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities check out our Website today For the h...

Page 39: ...ocedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Parts and Accessories Register Your Appliance ge com Register your new appliance on line at your convenience Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms...

Page 40: ...ed misused for example cavity arcing from wire rack or metal foil or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance Damage caused after delivery This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purc...

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