GE SpacemakerXL JVM1631CH Owner'S Manual Download Page 21

Convenience Features

How to Use the Popcorn
Feature

1

Follow package
instructions, using Time
Cook if the package is
less than 1.75 ounces or
larger than 3.5 ounces.
Place the package of
popcorn in the center 
of the microwave.

2

Press POPCORN. The
oven starts immediately.
Tap POPCORN to select
the bag size you are
cooking.

How to Adjust the Popcorn
Program to Provide a Shorter
or Longer Cook Time

If you 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 after
the oven starts for an extra
20 seconds.

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

The Beverage feature 
heats 1 to 3 servings of 
any beverage.

Press BEVERAGE. The
oven starts immediately.

The serving size is
automatically set at 1, but
can be changed by pressing
2 or 3 right after pressing
BEVERAGE.

Drinks heated with the
Beverage feature may be
very hot. Remove the
container with care.

Beverage

21

Use only with prepackaged

microwave popcorn weighing

1.75 to 3.5 ounces.

(more time)

(less time)

Summary of Contents for SpacemakerXL JVM1631CH

Page 1: ...Wrong Before You Call For Service 34 GE Service Numbers 38 Warranty Back Cover 11 Important Safety Information Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Special Notes Abou...

Page 2: ...n door operation 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...

Page 3: ...he inside back cover of this manual You will need it to obtain service under warranty Help us help you Before you call for service there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better Read th...

Page 4: ...oking 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...

Page 5: ...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 ignite keep the oven door closed turn the ov...

Page 6: ...pcorn 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...

Page 7: ...lass jars even with the lid off 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...

Page 8: ...ontaining nylon 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...

Page 9: ...without complete supervision 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 th...

Page 10: ...prong wall outlet Do not under any circum stances cut or remove 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 applia...

Page 11: ...dow with Metal Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven 4 Touch Control Panel 5 Cooktop Lights 6 Grease Filters 7 Removable Turntable Turntable and suppo...

Page 12: ...Press twice Amount 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 man...

Page 13: ...e 3 0 oz Press 3 times 1 75 oz BEVERAGE Starts immediately 1 3 servings REHEAT Food type 1 6 1 3 servings DEFROST Food weight AUTO TIME Press once 13 2 GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you begin check the gu...

Page 14: ...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...

Page 15: ...oking Here s 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 5 En...

Page 16: ...10 min In 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...

Page 17: ...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 white 6 to 8 oz each in 2 qt...

Page 18: ...in paper 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...

Page 19: ...fter half the 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 cu...

Page 20: ...ick way 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 l...

Page 21: ...ven starts for an extra 20 seconds 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 sec...

Page 22: ...may be changed or added 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 ve...

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...

Page 24: ...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 micr...

Page 25: ...splay 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 t...

Page 26: ...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 27: ...onds When the control panel is locked an L will be displayed to the extreme right Child Lock Out An automatic fan feature protects the microwave from too much heat rising from the cooktop below it It...

Page 28: ...elding 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 pou...

Page 29: ...p cloth Remove greasy 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 micr...

Page 30: ...atch the control panel Door Seal It s important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave Use only mild nonabrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth Rinse w...

Page 31: ...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...

Page 32: ...n 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...

Page 33: ...e 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 unt...

Page 34: ...plug on the into wall outlet oven 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...

Page 35: ...le oven is operating 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 Plu...

Page 36: ...36 Notes...

Page 37: ...37 Notes...

Page 38: ...com 800 TDD GEAC 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...

Page 39: ...cedures 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...

Page 40: ...WARRANTY What Is Covered What Is Not Covered Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty Service trips to your home to teach yo...

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