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SpacemakerXL Microwave Oven

Owner’s Manual

Model:

950 Watts

JVM1450

Helpful Information

Oven Shelf

Care and Cleaning

If Something Goes Wrong

Before You Call For Service

GE Service Numbers

Warranty

Back Cover

GE Answer Center ®
800.626.2000

GE Appliances

Important Safety Information

Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure

to Excessive Microwave Energy

Special Notes About Microwaving

Operating Instructions

Features of Your Microwave

The Controls on Your Microwave

Time Cooking

Automatic Cooking

Other Features

49-40042
164D3370P042

164D3370P042 12-97

Summary of Contents for SpacemakerXL JVM1450AA

Page 1: ...Numbers 42 Warranty Back Cover GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 GE Appliances 11 Important Safety Information Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Special Notes About M...

Page 2: ...ration can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow s...

Page 3: ...to obtain service under warranty Help us help you 800 626 2000 Before you call for service there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better Read this manual It contains instructions to he...

Page 4: ...for use over ranges no wider than 42 inches It may be installed 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 p...

Page 5: ...in the oven Do not use the oven for storage purposes Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use If materials inside oven should ignite keep the oven door closed t...

Page 6: ...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 will explode and should not be heated in this micr...

Page 7: ...ntainer is opened pressure can build up This can cause the container to burst possibly resulting in injury Hot foods and steam can cause burns Be careful when opening any containers of hot food includ...

Page 8: ...on or nylon filaments 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...

Page 9: ...ion The fan will operate automatically under certain conditions see Automatic Fan feature Take care to prevent the starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is in use Clean...

Page 10: ...g 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 o...

Page 11: ...waves confined in the oven 4 Shelf Lets you microwave several foods at once Food microwaves best when placed directly on the oven floor or turntable 5 Touch Control Panel Display 6 Cooktop Lights 7 Gr...

Page 12: ...ount of defrosting time EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately POWER LEVEL Power level 1 10 ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately 12 Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven Throughout this manual features an...

Page 13: ...e 2 2 3 Sensor Features Press Enter Option REHEAT Starts immediately more less time POPCORN Starts immediately more less time 3 HELP Press this pad and any feature pad for usage instructions and tips...

Page 14: ...nergy 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 t...

Page 15: ...how to do it 1 Press 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 th...

Page 16: ...ater 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 Rotate dish after half of time Turntable should be turned off frozen 10 oz...

Page 17: ...place 1 4 cup water frozen 10 oz package 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 eac...

Page 18: ...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 uncovere...

Page 19: ...e time and shield 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...

Page 20: ...o 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 F...

Page 21: ...read rolls muffins 1 to 4 2 Sandwiches 1 to 2 3 Pizza leftover slices 1 to 4 4 Dessert toppings 1 to 4 5 Soup 8 to 40 oz 6 Cheese dip 4 to 16 oz Food Type Quantity or Weight Snacks Guide The Snacks fe...

Page 22: ...tables 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...

Page 23: ...en 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 L...

Page 24: ...t and press START immediately After removing food from the oven stir if possible to even out the temperature If food is not hot enough use Time Cook to reheat for more time Reheated foods may have wid...

Page 25: ...u find that the brand of popcorn you use underpops or overcooks consistently you can add or subtract 20 30 seconds to the automatic popping time To add time After pressing POPCORN press 9 immediately...

Page 26: ...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 th...

Page 27: ...ff 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...

Page 28: ...M or PM 4 Press REMINDER When Reminder signal occurs 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 Remin...

Page 29: ...ature protects the microwave from too much heat rising from the cooktop below it It automatically turns on at low speed if it senses too much heat If you have turned the fan on you may find that you c...

Page 30: ...per Volume You can set the night light to turn on and off automatically at any time you want 1 Press AUTO NITE LIGHT 2 Enter the time you want the light to turn on Select AM or PM 3 Press AUTO NITE LI...

Page 31: ...for casseroles or other cookware that may be too tall to cook on two levels The upper position gives you the option to reheat or cook more than one dish of food at the same time Make sure the shelf is...

Page 32: ...n Place dense foods or those that require a longer cook time on the shelf first To reheat on 2 levels or To reheat 2 dishes on the lower level 1 Multiply reheat time by 11 2 2 Switch places after 1 2...

Page 33: ...vering with wax paper 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 shie...

Page 34: ...reasy spatters with a sudsy cloth then rinse with a damp cloth Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave Removable...

Page 35: ...er towels can also scratch the control panel Door Surface It s important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the micro wave Use only mild non abrasive detergents applied with a clean s...

Page 36: ...rom your GE supplier Tubular 40 watt bulbs 40T6 1 2 2 available in supermarkets and hardware stores may also be used for replacements Cooktop Light Night Light 1 To replace the oven light first discon...

Page 37: ...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 cle...

Page 38: ...Filter 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 Sli...

Page 39: ...n is fully inserted into wall outlet The cooktop light is This is normal located below the oven floor When the light is on the heat it produces may make the oven floor get warm The control has been Pr...

Page 40: ...ference 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 into a different el...

Page 41: ...41 Notes 164D3370P042 12 97...

Page 42: ...Repair Service 800 626 2000 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 GE offers Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mob...

Page 43: ...er servicing may cause unsafe operation Parts and Accessories If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are three steps to follow for further help First contact the people...

Page 44: ...ate is needed to obtain service under warranty Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Owner s Manual If you then have any questions about operating the product please...

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