GE Spacemaker JVM172J Use And Care Manual Download Page 25

Automatic 

 

 and fruit Recipes

 Squash and

Tomatoes

Auto Cook Code 3
Approx. Cooking Time—15 min.
Makes 4 Servings

1/4 cup butter, melted

1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon oregano

 teaspoon basil

1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

2 medium zucchini, thinly

sliced

1 medium yellow squash, thinly

sliced

2 small tomatoes, each cut into

4 wedges

In 2-qt. casserole, combine butter,
garlic powder, oregano, basil,
seasoned salt and pepper. Add
zucchini and yellow squash. Toss to
coat. Cover. Microwave on Auto
Cook code 3.

Country-Style 

 Squash

Auto Cook Code 5
Approx. Cooking Time—23 min.
Makes 4 to 6 Servings

1 teaspoon salt

2 pounds yellow squash, diced

1/4 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon basil

3 slices fresh bread, cubed

1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

1 cup sour cream

8 strips crisply cooked bacon,

crumbled

In 2-qt. glass dish, mix together all
ingredients, using 1/2 of crumbled
bacon. 

 top with remaining

bacon. Cover. Microwave on Auto
Cook code 5.

Corn 

Auto Cook Code 3
Approx. Cooking 

 min.

Makes 4 Servings

1 egg

1/2 cup milk

1 tablespoon sugar
1 (16 oz.) can cream-style corn

 cup crushed crackers

2 tablespoons butter, cut in

pieces
Paprika

Place egg in 

 casserole and

beat well with fork. Stir in milk,
sugar, corn, crackers and butter.
Cover. Microwave on Auto Cook
code 3. When done, center will be

just barely set. Let stand 5 minutes.

Sprinkle with paprika before
serving.

 

Auto Cook Code 5
Approx. Cooking Time-14 min.
Makes 4 to 6 Servings

1 medium eggplant

2 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce
2 teaspoons oregano

 cup sharp cheddar cheese,

shredded

1 (6 oz.) pkg. mozzarella cheese,

shredded

Peel eggplant; slice l/8-in. thick.
Spread 2 tablespoons tomato sauce
in bottom of 2-qt. casserole. Layer
half of eggplant, 1 can tomato
sauce, half of oregano and half of
shredded cheese. Repeat layers.
Cover. Microwave on Auto Cook
code 5. 

 with mozzarella

cheese and microwave at High (10)

1 to 2 minutes until cheese has

melted.

 Casserole

Auto Cook Code 6
Approx. Cooking Time-21 min.
Makes 6 to 8 Servings

2 (20 oz.) cans pineapple

chunks, drained

1 cup sugar

1/2 cup flour

2 cups buttery-flavored cracker

crumbs

1/2 cup butter, melted

Spread pineapple chunks evenly in
2-qt. oblong glass baking dish.
Combine sugar and flour; 
over pineapple. Top with cracker
crumbs and drizzle melted butter

over crumbs. Cover with vented
plastic wrap. Microwave on Auto
Cook code 6.

Spicy Apple Cobbler

Auto Cook Code 3
Approx. Cooking 

 min.

Makes 6 to 8 Servings

1 (22 oz.) can prepared 

pie filling

1 (9 oz.) box yellow cake mix

1/2 cup 

 coarsely

chopped

1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

 teaspoon ginger

1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

In 8-in. square dish, spread pie
filling.

In small bowl, mix together cake
mix, peanuts, butter, cinnamon,
ginger and nutmeg until crumbly.

 evenly over apples. Cover

with plastic wrap. Microwave on
Auto Cook code 3.

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Summary of Contents for Spacemaker JVM172J

Page 1: ...king Tips 21 Auto Simmer 13 Safety Instructions 2 5 Care and Cleaning 28 29 Temperature Cook 11 Consumer Services 31 Temperature Probe 11 13 Control Panel 6 7 Time Cook 10 Cook N Watch 10 Time Defrost 18 Cooking Complete Reminder 8 Warranty Back Cover Delayed Cooking 9 Exhaust Fan 6 29 Extension Cords 29 Features 8 Grease Filter 29 Grounding Instructions 29 Hold Time 9 GEAmwer CetieP Light Bulb Re...

Page 2: ...m 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 your oven If...

Page 3: ...tended for laboratory or industrid use For best operation plug this appliance into ik own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lighb blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker o Instil or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided kWation Mtruetions Do not cover or bl k any openings on the appliance Do not use outdoors Do not immerse power cord or plug in water p power co...

Page 4: ...lls Plastic cookware Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful but should be used carefilly Even micmve safe plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to shofi periods of overcooking In longer exposures to overcooking the food and cookware could ignite For these reasons 1 Use microwave safe pl...

Page 5: ...t of a grease fire smother flaming pan on surface unit by covering pan completely with well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray Never flame foods under the oven with the exhaust fan operating because it may spread the flames Keep hood and grease filters clmn according to instructions on page 29 to mainmin good venting and avoid grease fires INSTRUCTIONS USE OF THE OWN SHELF ACC SORY Optional Acc...

Page 6: ...is done and shuts off See page 19 9 EXHAUST FAN Press HI LO or OFF for the different fan speeds 10 TEMP COOK HOLD 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 CLEAR OFF pad See page 11 U COOK N WATCH Use this pad for short term cooking which automatically turns o...

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Page 8: ...ction in oven 4 Model and Serial Numbers 9 Receptacle for Temperature Probe Probe must be securely 5 Oven Vent inserted into receptacle before oven 6 MicroThermometer TM will start any temperature or Auto Roast cooking Temperature Probe Use with Temp Cook Hold and Auto Roast 10 Touch Control Panel and functions only Digital Display For detailed information on each feature see pages 6 and 7 This is...

Page 9: ...s defrosting time 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 standing or hold time by touching MIN SEC TIMER The display shows O and ENTER TIME flashes Step 5 Touch 1 0 and MIN to hold for ten minutes 10 00 appears on display and TIME flashes Step 6 Touch TIME COOK I II pad The ...

Page 10: ...ayed and COOK TIME II is shown counting down Step 9 When time is up the oven signals and flashes End The oven light and fan shut off Step 10 Open the door Cook N Watch Step 1 Place food in oven in The Cook N Watch feature is a microwave safe container and close short term cooking program which the door automatically turns the oven off after 3 minutes It s ideal for the power level If power level 1...

Page 11: ...ld the temperature Step 7 Touch the CLEAR OFF pad to stop the cycle Step 8 Remove probe and food from the oven How to Use Auto Start The Auto Start feature allows you to program your oven to begin cooking at a preset time of day up to a D hour delay To Use Auto Start Step 1 Touch AU START pad instead of START pad Step 2 Enter the time you want the oven to start Be sure your microwave oven clock sh...

Page 12: ...eat in oven with probe to the right Insert cable end of probe firmly into receptacle on oven wall How to Auto Roast Beef Roast to Medium 1 Touch AUTO ROAST pad ROAST appears on the display and ENTER CODE flashes Touch number pad 1 l and the selected doneness code in this case MEd appear on the display CODE flashes After 4 seconds START flashes on the display Touch START See Auto Roast Guide on pag...

Page 13: ...Tender Roast Medium well 1 2 2 3 160 F 13 15 170 F 15 17 170 F 15 19 185 F 17 20 0 5 1o Pork 5 pound max Loin Roast Poultry 6 pound max Turkey Breast Insert probe horizontally into meat iest area 10 IO 15 WELL re serving Automatic Simmer Guide Auto Roast Code 4 Rccommcndcd standing time befo Final Temp Approx rime Hours 5 7 5 8 4 6 3 4 Doneness Display Food Comments Beef P Roast Chili Chicken Stew...

Page 14: ...sp surface after reheating should not be Auto Reheated It is best to use Time Cook Easy to Use Simply touch REHEAT pad desired code and START pad Keep Door Closed Do not open the oven door while the words ROOM T or CHILL are displayed steam escaping from the oven can affect reheating performance If the door is opened close the door and touch the START pad immediately Auto Reheat Codes Automatic Re...

Page 15: ...eheat A Oven senses steam too quicHy which shortens the reheating time and leaves food too cool Cover tightly and reset Auto Reheat Q Do the shapes and sizes of food make a difference when using Auto Reheat A Yes in some cases larger pieces will require additional Time Cooking Be sure to check suggested arrangement of pieces in the dish since proper arrangement is often a successful tip in regular...

Page 16: ... pads 1 and 2 for a weight of 1 2 pounds 1 pound 3 ounces see Conversion Guide at right Display shows 1 2 WEIGHT1 LBS and DEF After 4 seconds DEF is displayed and 1 2 is replaced by START flashing 4 Touch START pad Display shows defrost time counting down Twice during defrosting the oven beeps 4 times and TURn flashes on the display TURn flashes until you open the door attend your food see guide o...

Page 17: ...pieces Whole Chicken I Turkey Breast breast side up 0 1 5 0 lbs 0 1 5 0 lbs Turn over and shield Turn over Turn over and shield Shield where necessary 10 minutes run cold water in cavity 20 minutes in refrigerator Chicken Pieces 0 1 5 0 lbs Turn over Separate and remove 5 minutes defrosted pieces Cornish hens whole I Cornish hens split 0 1 5 0 lbs Remove wrapper 10 minutes and turn over run cold w...

Page 18: ...sting some foods need to be broken up or separated part of the way through the defrosting time Family size pre packaged frozen dinners 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 Questiom and Answers Q When I press START I hear a dull thumping noise What is it A This sound is normal It is lett...

Page 19: ...eam escaping from the oven can affect cooking performance If the door is opened close the door and touch START immediately Automatic Cooking Codes Automatic cooking codes 1 through 8 are designed to give you easy automatic results with a number of foods Code 1 designed for reheating foods quic y turns the oven off automatically as soon as the sensor detects steam from the foods When codes 2 throug...

Page 20: ...s larger pieces will require additional Time Cooking Be sure to check suggested arrangement of pieces in the dish since proper arrangement is often a successful tip in regular microwaving Q Do fresh or frozen vegetables require water when using Auto Cook A Yes Add water to the vegetables as recommended on guide and cover well for even complete cooking Q Should I use Auto Cook to cook pudding or sa...

Page 21: ...vegetables should be submerged in liquid Use microwave safe casseroles or bowls for entrees and vegetables Cover with lids that fit If lids are not available use plastic wrap Plastic wrap should be vented over food to allow for escaping steam 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 For frozen ent...

Page 22: ...pprox Time Comments Canned Foods Thin water and 1 Microwave safe 3 to 4 min Cover with lid to dish or plastic wrap milk based soups container matched to per cup sauces gravies amount of food Thick chili beef 2 Microwave safe 3 to 4 min Cover with lid to dish or plastic wrap stew ravioli container matched to per cup spaghetti chunky amount of food soups Vegetables 8 to 16 2 Microwave safe 4 to 8 mi...

Page 23: ...c wrap 4 Sausage patties 3 2 qt oblong glass 7 to 9 min When oven signals turn patties over 12 oz baking dish Pork chops 8 2 qt oblong glass 30 to 35 min Cover with plastic wrap 4 to in thick baking dish Shrimp up to 1 lb 2 2 qt oblong glass 4 to 7 min Cover with plastic wrap baking dish Vegetables Frozen 2 l qt casserole 7 to 10 min Add amount of water recommended on 1O OZ block with lid package ...

Page 24: ...ven signals remove chicken and prepare Teriyati 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 and place on a 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 ...

Page 25: ... done center will be just barely set Let stand 5 minutes Sprinkle with paprika before serving plant Itiliano Auto Cook Code 5 Approx Cooking Time 14 min Makes 4 to 6 Servings 1 medium eggplant 2 8 oz cans tomato sauce 2 teaspoons oregano 1 2 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded 1 6 oz pkg mozzarella cheese shredded Peel eggplant slice l 8 in thick Spread 2 tablespoons tomato sauce in bottom of 2 qt c...

Page 26: ...ing larger amounts of food in 8 in square or other 2 quart size casseroles The extra steam generated from multiple food cooking may make cookware hotter than with regular microwaving Coohare for Shelf Heating and Reheating Before placing food in the dishes check to see that they will fit together on or under the shelf Also be sure cookware is microwave safe Cookware for heating or reheating includ...

Page 27: ...move trays of food from their boxes If there are foil covers remove them and return the trays of food to their boxes Battered foods in cookbook After halfof ime stir or rearrange foods do not should be removed from the trays reverse positions Check foods and cooked conventionally Place especially those on oven floor in oven with one TV dinner or after 3 4 of total time and remove entree on right s...

Page 28: ...ecessary Rinse and dry You may also wash probe in dishwasher Shelf Accessory Your shelf accessory is designed for use in a microwave oven only do not use in a conventional oven Do not use a browning dish with the shelf Arcing could occur Clean shelf with mild soap and water or in the dishwasher Do not clean in a self cleaning oven How to Clean the Ou ide Case Clean the outside of your oven with so...

Page 29: ...scape wire for the electric current To remove grease filter grasp the finger ring on the filter and slide to the rear Then pull filter downward This appliance is equipped with a 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 Pull filter upward and to the front to lock into place To clean grease filter soak then agita...

Page 30: ...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 G Dish not covered as directed when using Auto Cook function Previous microwaving left humidity or moisture in oven thus lessening the cooking time in Auto Cook function s Certain vegetables need a standing time after...

Page 31: ...nces can have needed parts or accessories sent direcdy to heir home free of shipping charge The GE par system provides access to over 47 000 parts and dl GE Genuine Renewal Par are filly warranted WSA MasteSard and Discover cards are accepted User maintenance instructions contained in this bootiet cover proce d s intended to be performed by any user Other servicing genedy shodd be referred to quti...

Page 32: ...ERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE WHAT IS N COVERED 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 consumer i...

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