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Use of Extension Cords

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the

2. The extension cord must be a grounding-type 

risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping

wire cord;

over a longer cord.

.

3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will

Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and

not drape over the counter top or 

 where it can

may be used if care is exercised in their use.

be pulled on by children or tripped over

If a long cord or extension cord is 

unintentionally.

1. The marked electrical rating of the cord set or

If you use an extension cord, the interior light may

extension cord should be at least as great as the

flicker and the blower sound may vary when the

electrical rating of the appliance;

microwave oven is on. Cooking times may be
longer, too.

PROBLEM

OVEN WILL NOT
COME ON

CONTROL PANEL
LIGHTED,

YET 

 

 START

FOODS ARE EITHER
OVERCOOKED OR
UNDERCOOKED

POSSIBLE CAUSE

 A fuse in your home may be 

 or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace 

or reset circuit breaker.

● 

Unplug your microwave oven, 

 plug it back 

 Make sure 3-prong plug 

 

 is fully inserted 

 

 receptacle.

● 

Door not securely closed.

● 

START pad must be touched after entering cooking selection.

● 

Another selection entered 

   oven and 

 pad not touched

 cancel 

 

 

 you have entered cooking time after touching 

 COOK pad.

● 

 

 was 

 

 

 cooking program and touch

 pad,

 Cooking times may vary because of starting food temperature, food density or

 of foods in oven. Touch 

 COOK pad and additional cooking time

 completion.

 Incorrect power level entered. Check Cooking 

 for recommended

power level.

* Dish was not rotated, turned or stirred. Some dishes require specific
instructions. Check Cooking Guide or recipe for instructions.

All these things are normal with your microwave oven:

● 

Steam or vapor escaping from

● 

Dimming oven light and change

● 

Some TV-Radio interference

around the door.

in blower sound may occur while

might be noticed while using your

● 

Light reflection around door or

operating at power levels other

microwave oven. It’s similar to the

outer case.

than high.

interference caused by other small

 Dull thumping sound while oven

appliances and does not indicate a

is operating.

problem with your oven.

If you need more 

 toll free: GE Answer Center

@

/ 800.626.2000/consumer information service

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Summary of Contents for JES83TW

Page 1: ...old Time 8 Microwave Cookware Guide 17 MicrowavingTips 5 Minute Second Timer 8 9 Popcorn 13 Power Levels 9 12 ProgramCooking 6 Reheat 12 13 Time Cook 9 10 Turntable 3 4 7 D 5 k i a CareandCleaning 29 Turntable 29 Problem Solver 3l More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 lnstallation 3O 31 Adapter Plugs 30 ExtensionCords 31 Grounding Instructions 30 31 Consumer Services 35 ApplianceRegist...

Page 2: ...e Park Louisville KY 40225 If you received a damaged oven Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the oven Save time and money Before you request service Check the Problem Solver in the back of this book It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself All these things are normal with your microwave oven Steam or vapor escaping from around the door Light re...

Page 3: ... chsmicals or vapors in this appliance This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat or cook food and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use For best operation plug this eppliance into its UWE e ectricai outie to preve t Mckering ofhghts blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker Install or locate this appiiance only in accordance with the provided Instaiiation truations Be ce...

Page 4: ...g mixtures Don t defrost frozen beverages in narrow necked bottles especially carbonated beverages Even if the container is opened pressure can build up This can cause the container to burst possibly resulting in injury Use metal only as directed in this book dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than 3 4 high remove top foil cover and return tray to box When using metal in the microwave ov...

Page 5: ...when opening any containers of hot food including popcorn bags cooking pouches and boxes To prevent possible injury direct steam away from hands and face SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving Most glass casseroles cooking dishes measuring cups custard cups pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or glaze with a ...

Page 6: ...ch START or CLOCK pad To reset or change time simply repeat above process 9 TIME DEFROST Gentle thawing at automatic power level 3 Low 10 MIN SEC TIMER This feature uses no microwave energy It functions as either a kitchen timer as a holding period after defrost or as a delay timer before time or temperature cooking mm POWER MIN SEC II LEVEL TIMER I 11 AUTO DEFROST Touch this pad and food weight t...

Page 7: ...section for instructions unsatisfactory without the turntable in place The 4 Door Latch Release Press to open door turntable may be removed for cleaning 5 Removable rntable Support Turntable support NOTE Rating plate oven vent s and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven must be in place when using the turntable The support may be removed for cleaning Cooking Complete Rem...

Page 8: ...o seconds MIN SEC TIMER and enter number of minutes to 3 Touch START Display shows time counting down delay cooking Touch START Timer will count down The timer signals when time is up to zero and cooking will begin How to Defrost Hold and Time Cook Let s say you want to defrost a frozen casserole for Step 4 Set standing or hold 15 minutes hold for 10 minutes and then Time Cook for 25 minutes Here ...

Page 9: ...defrost for 6 minutes In this case the oven would defrost for 6 minutes and hold for 2 minutes COO NG BY TME Time Cook Time Cook allows you to microwave for a preset amount of time Power level 10 High is recommended for most cooking but you may change this for more flexibility See the Cooking Guide To become better acquainted with time cooking make a cup of coffee by following the steps below Step...

Page 10: ...use power varies due to time or location many Time Cook recipes give you a time range to prevent overcooking Set the oven for minimum time test the food for doneness and cook the food a little longer if necessary Q I touched the number pads and selected my power level When I touched START however my oven didn t come on Why not Q I want to cook on a power level other than 10 High What do I need to ...

Page 11: ...defrost a 10 oz pack ge of frozen strawberries by following the steps below m Step 4 Touch START When the cycle is completed the oven signals and flashes End then I J Step 1 Place package of frozen strawberries in automatically shuts off the oven and close door Be sure package contains no metal E Defrosting Tips Step 5 Turn the package over close the door and Step 2 Touch TIME repeat Steps 2 and 3...

Page 12: ...efore cooking A Some foods should not be completely thawed before cooking For example fish cooks so quickly it is better to begin cooking while it is still slightly frozen Q Can I open the door during defrosting to check on the progress of my food A Yes You may open the door at any time during microwaving To resume defrosting close the door and press START The oven begins operating if time is left...

Page 13: ...PCORN Step 2 Touch number pad 2 Step 2 Touch START pad Oven will signal and Step 3 Touch START pad display remaining time counting down shortly before shut off Adjust for Shorter or Longer Cook Time If your favorite popcorn is undercooked try this If your favorite popcorn is overcooked try this Touch the POPCORN Touch the POPCORN pad Touch number pad pad Touch number pad 1 1 for regular microwave ...

Page 14: ...UTO DEFROST n4 Touch START pad Display shows the oven power level and the defrost START time counting down J I When defrosting time is completed End flashes and oven beeps 4 times Oven light and fan shut off 3 Enter weight For example touch number pads 1 and 2 for weight of 1 2 pounds 1 pound 3 ounces See Conversion Guide below S nd Time After Auto Defrosting meat needs to stand in order to let th...

Page 15: ...ield if necessary Steak 0 1 6 0 lbs Turn over and shield 5 minutes Stew 0 1 6 0 lbs Separate and remove defrosted Pieces 5 minutes Whole Chicken 0 1 6 0 lbs Turn over and shield 10 minutes run cold water in cavity Turkey Breast 0 1 6 0 lbs Turn over and shield 20 minutes in breast side up refrigerator Chicken Pieces 0 1 6 Olbs I Separateandremovedefrostedpieces I 5minutes Comish hens whole 0 1 6 0...

Page 16: ...n 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 Arcing Sparks caused by too much metal in the microwave oven or metal touching the side of the oven or foil that is not molded to food Prick Foods to Release Pressure Steam builds up pressure in foods...

Page 17: ...e food will heat unevenly Do not warm foods in narrow necked bottles because pressure can build up Cooking and heating Heating and serving of foods and beverages Styrofoam will melt if food is too hot or if food is cooked for a long time Cooking and heating Heating and some cooking Follow dinnerware manufacturer s recommendations Avoid using dishes with metal trim Absorbing moisture and preventing...

Page 18: ...c wrap Microwave pastry bites uncovered to retain their crispness Bakery Foods Cake coffee cake doughnuts sweet rolls 1 piece nut or fruit bread 2 pieces 4 pieces 9 in cake or 12 rolls or doughnuts Dinner rolls muff ns 1 2 4 6 to 8 Pie fruit nut or custard 1 slice 1 slice l 8 of 9 in pie 2 slices use minimum time for custard 4 slices 9 in pie Low 3 Low 3 Low 3 Low 3 Medium 5 Medium 5 Medium 5 Medi...

Page 19: ...or pieces rotate dish 1 2 turn after half of cooking time Plate of Leftovers Meat plus 2 vegetables 1 plate High 10 3 to 5 min Tip Cover plate of food with wax paper or plastic wrap Sandwiches Meat cheese filling with 2 slices of bread 1 to 2 servings Meal High 7 2 to 4 min 3 to 4 servings Meal High 7 4 to 6 min Moist filling Sloppy Joes barbecue ham salad 1 to 2 servings Meal High 7 2 to 4 min et...

Page 20: ...nutes before serving Let stand 5 minutes before serving Reposition after first half of time Let stand 5 minutes before serving Rearrange after first half of time Turn over after first half of time Let stand 5 minutes before serving Rearrange after first half of time Fish Seafood Power Level Defrost 3 Fillets Pre packaged 1 lb 4 to 5 5 to 7 Freshly frozen 1 lb 4 to 5 5 to 7 Shellfish blocks Crab me...

Page 21: ...ime Defrost for second half of time Let stand for 30 minutes to 1 hour in refrigerator Turn over after first half of time Let stand 5 minutes Turn over after first half of time Let stand 15 minutes Rotate package 1 4 turn after first half of time Let stand 5 minutes Turn over and separate after first half of time Remove patties as they thaw Place unwrapped ribs in cooking dish Turn over after firs...

Page 22: ...p in center Cakes and Desserts 1 Always use microwave safe cookware 4 Cool cake in dish set directly on heat proof surface or wooden 2 Before adding measured amount of batter grease dishes or line board 10 to 15 minutes before inverting them with wax paper Do not flour 5 Crust on cakes will be soft If cake is to be frosted refrigerate 3 Cakes are done when toothpick or long skewer inserted into ca...

Page 23: ...ps crispy rice cereal Press marshmallows firmly into buttered 2 qt oblong dish S Mores Paper napkin No High 10 15 to 25 Cover graham cracker with chocolate and or paper plate seconds marshmallow Cereal and Mce 1 Always use microwave safe cookware 4 Stir or rearrange after half of cooking time 2 For minute rice use the same amount of water needed for 5 Microwave time and conventional boiling time a...

Page 24: ... cups hot tap water 5 to 6 minutes on High 10 Break eggs onto plate puncture membrane Swirl boiling water with spoon slip in eggs gently Cover Microwave at Medium 5 1 2 to 1 minute per egg Let stand in water a few minutes Combine and microwave filling stirring every 1 to 2 minutes Pour filling into precooked shell Microwave additional time shown at left Scramble eggs with 1 teaspoon butter and 1 t...

Page 25: ...nish Meats 1 Always use a cooking bag when cooking beef lamb pork or 3 Allow about 10 minutes standing time for most roasts before veal roasts See package instructions for proper use of cooking bag carving 2 After enclosing roast in cooking bag place in microwave If you use a meat thermometer while cooking make sure safe dish it is safe for use in microwave ovens Food Container Cover Power Level T...

Page 26: ...ork roast Pie plate Pork sausage Microwave raw link safe cookware Pork sausage raw Microwave 1 2 lb 4 patties safe cookware Paper towel Wax paper Cooking bag Wax paper Plastic wrap Cooking bag Wax paper Wax paper Veal High 10 High 10 Medium 5 High 10 Medium 5 Medium 5 High 10 High 10 3 4 to 1 min 1 to 1 k min 2 to 2 min 2 to 3 min 15 to 19 min per lb 18 to 27 min 15 to 18 min 18 to 20 min 20 to 23...

Page 27: ... tips of wings and legs with foil Vegetables 1 Always use microwave safe cookware 4 Cover vegetables when cooking If using plastic wrap turn 2 Salt vegetables after cooking Salting before cooking may cause back one corner to vent darkening and dehydration of surface 5 Larger vegetable pieces will take longer to cook than 3 Arrange vegetables such as asparagus with the thickest pieces to smaller pi...

Page 28: ... to 8 min 4 to 5 min per ear 8 to 10 min 10 to 11 min 5 to 7 min 12 to 16 min 6 to 8 min per potato 7 to 9 min 8 to 10 min 7 to 10 min 10 to 13 min In 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish place 1 4 cup water In l qt casserole In l qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water In 2 qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In 1 X qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In I qt casserole pla...

Page 29: ...er cooking Wash it carefully in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher The turntable and support can be broken if dropped Remember do not operate the oven without the turntable and support in place Special note when using Brown N Sear Dish If grease is present high heat generated on bottom of a Brown N Sear dish may cause the grease to burn onto the oven tray This may be removed with a cleanser suc...

Page 30: ...ON may be made to a properly grounded two prong wall receptacle by the use of a UL listed adapter Fig 2 which is available at most local hardware stores I I TEMPORARY METHOD The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord Caution Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cov...

Page 31: ...g on oven is fully inserted into wdl receptacle Door not securely closed START pad must be touched after entering cooking selection Another selection entered tieady in oven and CLEAWOFF pad not touched to cancel it Make sure you have entered cooking time after touching TIME COOK pad CLEAWOFF pad was touched accidentily Reset cooking program and touch START pad Cooking times may vary because of sta...

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Page 35: ...ur warranty expires Pur chase a GE contract while your war ranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Telecommunication Detice for tie Deaf Pads andAccessories 80W262002 kdividu qufified to service their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent direcdy to their home The GE parts...

Page 36: ...ould your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 WHAT IS NOT COVERED Improper installation Failure of the product if it is used for If you have an installation problem other than its intended purpose or Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product contact your dealer or installer used commercially You are responsible for providing D...

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