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 Cook

Food

Code

Container

Time

Comments

Meats and Seafood

Chicken pieces (up to 3 lbs.)

6

12 x 8 x 2-in. glass

8-20 min.

Cover with wax paper to prevent

dish

spatters.

Fish fillets (1 lb. )

5

12 x 8 x 2-in. glass

6-9 min.

Cover with wax paper to prevent

dish

spatters.

Meat loaf (1   

8

9-in. pie plate

25-30 min.

Cover tightly with plastic wrap
to cook evenly.

Hamburger patties (4-5)

3

12 x 8 x 2-in. glass

7-9 min.

Cover with wax paper. When

dish

oven signals, rotate dish 1/2 turn.

Sausage patties (1 lb. )

6

12 x 8 x 2-in. glass

7-9 min.

Cover with wax paper. When

dish

oven signals, rotate dish 1/2 turn.

Pork chops (4-1” thick)

8

12 x 8 x 2-in. glass

22-25 min.

Baste with barbecue sauce.

dish

Cover with wax paper tucking
ends securely under dish.

Spareribs (up to 3 

 )

7

13 x 9 x 2-in. glass

1 hr. 30 

Cover tightly with plastic wrap

dish

1 hr. 45 min.

to cook evenly. When oven
signals, rearrange ribs.

Swiss steak (1% lbs.)

7

 casserole

60-65 min.

with lid

Chuck roast (up to 5 lbs. )

7

13 x 9 x 2-in. glass

65-90 min.

Place in cooking bag with 1/2

dish

cup water. Slit bag 1“.

Shrimp (up to 1 lb.)

2

 glass dish

4-6 min.

Cover 

tightly to ensure even

with lid

cooking.

Rice
Regular, raw, 1 cup

6

2-qt. casserole

21-28 min.

Follow instructions on rice

with lid

package.

Instant, 1 cup

2

2-qt. casserole

5-8 min.

Follow instructions on rice

with lid

package.

Vegetables
Fresh such as carrots, artichokes,

4

2-qt. casserole

10-15 min.

Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup water.

cauliflower, broccoli, 

with lid

 (1 lb. )

Baking potatoes 2-4

6

None

8-16 min.

Pierce with fork and place on

depending

oven floor in a circular

on number

arrangement.

Frozen 

 such as peas, green

2

 casserole

8-10 min.

Add 2 tablespoons water.

 spinach, broccoli

with lid

Lima beans

3

 casserole

12-13 min.

Add 

 cup water.

with lid

Frozen pouch such as broccoli in

3

 pouch on

7-9 min.

Make 1“ slit in pouch. Stir well

 sauce, corn, peas

microwave-safe

before serving.

dish.

Fruit
Baked apples—4

2

2-qt. casserole

12-14 min.

Core apples and fill with butter

with lid

and brown sugar.

If after completion of Auto Cook cycle food needs additional warming,

simply 

 food and use Auto Cook code 1.

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Summary of Contents for Spacemaker JVM172H

Page 1: ... Auto Simmer Repair Service 35 Care and Cleaning 28 Safety Instructions 3 4 Control Panel 6 7 Temperature Cook 10 Conversion Guide 26 Temperature Probe 10 24 25 Cooking Complete Reminder 5 Time Cook 8 Delayed Cooking 11 Time Defrost 9 Exhaust Fan 6 27 Warranty Back Cover Extension Cords 29 Features 5 Grease Filter 27 Grounding Instructions 29 Hold Time 11 Light Bulb Replacement 29 GEAmwer CenteP M...

Page 2: ...oven is suitable for microwaving Most glass casseroles cooking dishes measuring cups custard cups pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metilic trim or glze with a metallic sheen can be used Some cookware is labeled suitable for microwaving If you are unsure use this dish test Measure 1 cup water in a glass cup Place in oven on or beside dish Microwave 1 1 minutes at High If water become...

Page 3: ...nstallation instructions Q Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance Do not use outdoors Do not immerse power cord or plug in water Keep power cord away from heated surfaces Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter Do not operate this apptiance if it has a darnagd power cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped See door surface cleani...

Page 4: ...livers and other giblets and egg yolks see previous caution should be pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking t Boilable coo ng pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit pierced or vented as directed in cookbook If they are not plastic could burst during or immediately afier cooking possibly resulting in injury Also plasticstoragecontainersshouldbe at least partidy uncovered b...

Page 5: ...w with Metil Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed 9 Two Position Metal Shelf Doubles the oven capacity when while keeping microwaves confined reheating or cooking smaller food items For complete use of shelf see pages 30 and 31 10 Oven Floor U Automatic Cooking Guide U Grease Filters H Cooktop Light 14 Oven Light Light comes on when door is opened or when oven is operating in any function Thi...

Page 6: ...uto Cook codes Auto Roast codes or Auto Defrost code numbers and food weight 6 6 Clear Off When touched it stops the oven and erases all settings except time of day 7 Auto Cook Touch this pad and then number pad for desired code number and oven automatically microwaves at pre programmed power levels and determines the proper amount of cooking time until the food is done and oven shuts off See page...

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Page 8: ... happened Step 2 Touch TIME COOK I Display shows O and POWER 10 ENTER COOK TIME 1 flashes Step 3 Select your time Touch 1 2 and O for a minute and 20 seconds Display shows 1 20 and POWER 10 COOK TIME 1 flashes Because automatic power level 10 is recommended for this cup of coffee there is no need to change the power level If power level 10 is not appropriate see How to Change Power Level at right ...

Page 9: ...r or plastic can be defrosted in the package For even defrosting some foods need to be broken up or separated part of the way through the defrosting time Family size pre packaged frozen entrees can be defrosted and microwaved If the food is in a foil container transfer it to a microwave safe dish Check your cookbook for other defrosting tips Questions and Answers Q When I press START I hear a dull...

Page 10: ...obe and food from the oven Cooking Tips Use a lower power level it will heat more evenly even though requiring more time Be sure frozen food has been completely defrosted before inserting probe Probe may break off if used in frozen foods Use the clip to keep the probe in place while heating Cover foods loosely for moisture control and quick even heating Questions and Answers Q After I followed the...

Page 11: ...me 15 00 appears on display Defrosting is automatically set on power level 3 but can be changed by touching the POWER LEVEL pad and the desired power level Step 4 Set holding or standing time by touching MIN SEC T ER The display shows O and ENTER TIME flashes Step 5 Touch 1 0 0 and O to hold for ten minutes 10 00 appears on display and TIME flashes Step 6 Touch TIME COOK I pad The display shows O ...

Page 12: ...K desired CODE and START The word AUTO appears on the display and the sensor is activated to sense steam from food Keep Door Closed Foods Recommended A wide variety of foods including meats fish casseroles vegetables leftovers and convenience foods can be Auto Cooked Foods Not Recommended Do not open the oven door while the word AUTO is displayed steam escaping from the oven can affect cooking per...

Page 13: ... 2 shows and START flashes Touch START Word AU shows on display indicating steam sensor is activated DO N OPEN DOOR OPENING DOOR MAY AFFE COOKING PERFORMANCE Beep sounds when steam is sensed and AUTO is replaced by cook time Rotate or stir food if necessary When done oven beeps and stops and displays End 13 HowtoAdjustA C K Codes To Suit Your Taste By simply adding a 1 after any AU COOK code numbe...

Page 14: ...o cook pudding or sauces A Most pudding and sauce recipes require stirring many times during cooking therefore Time Cook is recommended Q My scalloped potatoes were not completely cooked when I removed the dish after Auto Cook What is wrong A If you prepared the sauce in the oven prior to combining the sauce with potatoes there may have been too much remaining moisture in the oven Make sure you dr...

Page 15: ...s are not available use plastic wrap or wax paper Plastic wrap should be loose over food to allow for expansion Seal by pressing plastic wrap firmly around edges For frozen entrees in paperboard trays remove tray from box but do not remove film over tray Thick entrees may take longer to cook see guide on page 16 For frozen foods in metal trays remove foil covering and baked goods reinsert tray int...

Page 16: ... macaroni in a white sauce such as tuna noodle casserole turkey tetrazzini Casseroles With precooked ingredients in a white sauce such as tuna noodle casserole turkey tetrazzini All others with precooked ingredients such as franks and beans chow mein With raw ingredients such as hamburger patty stew scalloped potatoes seafood casseroles Chili Auto Cook Code 1 2 2 5 5 3 4 5 6 9 Container Microwave ...

Page 17: ...9 x 2 in glass 65 90 min Place in cooking bag with 1 2 dish cup water Slit bag 1 Shrimp up to 1 lb 2 1 qt glass dish 4 6 min Cover tightly to ensure even with lid cooking Rice Regular raw 1 cup 6 2 qt casserole 21 28 min Follow instructions on rice with lid package Instant 1 cup 2 2 qt casserole 5 8 min Follow instructions on rice with lid package Vegetables Fresh such as carrots artichokes 4 2 qt...

Page 18: ...r sauce on each chop Microwave using Auto Cook code 8 Chuck roasts should be placed in a microwave safe dish with 1 2 cup water Cover with plastic wrap venting one corner Use Auto Cook code 7 Spare ribs and brisket should be automatically cooked in an oblong glass container Cover with plastic wrap Make sure liquid covers meat Microwave using Auto Cook code 7 How to Atipt Microwave Casserole Recipe...

Page 19: ...n and prepare Teriyaki sauce In l pt glass measuring cup stir together water and cornstarch Cut off one corner of cooking bag with scissors and drain juices into cup Microwave at High 10 2 minutes Remove chicken from bag to serving platter Pour sauce over chicken just before serving Classic Ham baf Auto Cook Code 8 Approx Cooking Time 36 min Makes 6 Servings 1 lb ground cooked ham 1 2 lb ground fr...

Page 20: ...getable Add 1 2 cup Dry root vegetables like carrots Microwave on Auto Cook code 2 water Cover with lid or plastic may need to be stirred after oven Stir before serving wrap signals and time remaining appears on display Re cover and touch START to finish cooking Frozen Vegetables Block or loose pieces of frozen Pouches of frozen vegetables vegetables should be placed in should be slit 1 2 in cente...

Page 21: ...s and butter Cover Microwave on Auto Cook code 3 When done center will be just barely set Sprinkle with paprika before serving plant Italiano Auto Cook Code 5 Approx Cooking Time 18 min Makes 4 to 6 Servings 1 medium eggplant 2 cans 8 oz each tomato sauce 1 to 2 teaspoons oregano 1 2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 pkg 6 oz Mozzarella cheese slices Peel eggplant slice l 8 in thick Spread 2 tab...

Page 22: ...rowave safe covered container Use Auto Cook code 2 for baked pears also Stewed Fruit and Fruit Compotes should be stirred well before microwaving especially if sugar is added Cover use Auto Cook code 2 and stir once or twice after oven signals and time appears on display Touch START and finish cooking Caramel Biscuit Ring Spread 1 4 cup melted butter and 1 2 cup brown sugar in 8 in round glass dis...

Page 23: ...ad cubes evenly in 8 inch round dish Mix sugar cinnamon salt raisins walnuts almonds cheese and apple together Sprinkle evenly over bread cubes Measure milk into l qt measuring cup Add butter Microwave at High 10 4 minutes until butter is melted Mpidly stir in eggs with a fork and mix well pour over bread mixture Cover with wax paper Microwave on Auto Cook code 59 Streuseled Apples Auto Cook Code ...

Page 24: ...e oven Place pork roast in cooking bag and place in microwave safe dish Place meat in oven with probe to the right Insert cable end of probe firmly into receptacle on oven wall How to Auto Roast Beef to Medium 1 Touch AU ROAST pad AU appears on display and ENTER CODE flashes Touch number pad 2 CODE 2 appears on display and START flashes Touch START Display shows temperature and CODE 2 2 At 90 F di...

Page 25: ...t temperature until done Set Automatic Simmer like Auto Roast example at left Display shows COOL until food is 90 F then switches to show food temperature until 180 F Final Approx Time Code Temp Min per lb 1 130 12 14 2 140 14 16 3 165 17 18 4 175 18 20 5 190 13 15 4 175 13 15 Recommended standing time before serving Hold Minutes Automatic Simmer Auto Roast code 6 Food 5 10 10 15 30 20 20 20 Oven ...

Page 26: ...ide to make sure that weight corresponds to the code number entered Step 1 Remove frozen meat from package and place in microwave safe dish Place in oven and close door Step 2 Touch Auto Defrost pad ENTER CODE flashes on display Step3 Touch number pad4 CODE 4 and LBS shows on display ENTER WEIGHT flashes Step 4 Touch number pad 3 and O for weight of 3 lbs Display shows 3 0 CODE4 and START flashes ...

Page 27: ...ng on the filter and slide to the rear Then pull filter downward and to the front The filter will drop out To replace grease filter slide the filter in the frame slot on the back of the opening To clean grease filter soak then agitate filter in hot detergent solution Don t use ammonia or other alkali because it will darken metal Light brushing can be used to remove embedded dirt Rinse shake and re...

Page 28: ...he oven floor This may be removed with a cleanser such as Bon Ami brand cleanser After using this cleanser rinse and dry thoroughly following instructions on can Do not use it 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 us...

Page 29: ...e grounded In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded Fig 1 WARNING improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of ele...

Page 30: ...eating Before placing food in the dishes check to see fiat they will fit together on or under the shelf Also be sure cookware is microwave safe Cookware for heating or reheating include 1 cup measuring cup 8x4x3 inch loaf dishes 9x5x3 inch loaf dishes or 9 inch pie plates Leftovers mav be laced in small To insert shelf tip the back slightly and fit the shelf support guides onto the support guides ...

Page 31: ...d to start reheating a large or dense food a few minutes ahead of time then add other smaller or less dense foods Alternately if one of the foods you are heating seems undercooked but the others e heated satisfactorily let the underheated food continue cooking Heat or reheat different types of food at High 10 To determine heating times add times for all foods together See heating guide in cookbook...

Page 32: ...tarting food temperature food density OVERCOOKED OR or amount of foods in oven Touch TIME COOK I or 11 and additional cooking UNDERCOO D time for completion Incorrect wer level entered Check cookbook for recommended power level or changing levels during cooking if necessary Dish was not rotated turned or stirred Some dishes require specific lnstructio s Check cookbook or recipe for instructions To...

Page 33: ...l when using Temp ON DISPLAY Cook Hold or Auto Roast functions All these things are normal with your microwave oven team or vapor escaping from Du l thumping sound while Some TV Radio interference around the door oven is operating might be noticed while using your Light reflection around door or Dimming oven tight and change microwave oven It s similar to the outer case in blower sound may occur w...

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Page 35: ...rther help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 ...

Page 36: ...TORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE WHAT IS N COVERED s Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and 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 GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 co...

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