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Microwave Oven

   

49-40646

    02-11 GE

JES1140
JES1142

Owner’s Manual

GEAppliances.com

Safety Instructions

  . . . . . . . .2–6

Operating Instructions

Convenience  Features . . . . . . 13–15
Microwave  Terms  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Oven  Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7,  8
Other  Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16,  17
Power  Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Time  Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–12

Care and Cleaning

  . . . . . . . . . 19

Troubleshooting Tips

  . . . . . . 20

Things That Are Normal  . . . . . . . . 20

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . . . .Back Cover
Product Registration . . . . . . . . .21,  22
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Write the model and serial 

numbers here:
Model #  __________________
Serial # ___________________

You can find them on a label inside the 

oven.

Summary of Contents for JES1140

Page 1: ...s 18 Oven Features 7 8 Other Features 16 17 Power Levels 9 Time Features 10 12 Care and Cleaning 19 Troubleshooting Tips 20 Things That Are Normal 20 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 21 22 Warranty 23 Write the model and serial numbers here Model __________________ Serial ___________________ You can find them on a label inside the oven ...

Page 2: ...g in water Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity R QRW RYHUFRRN IRRG DUHIXOO DWWHQG DSSOLDQFH when paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven while cooking 5HPRYH ZLUH WZLVW WLHV DQG PHWDO KDQGOHV IURP SDSHU RU plastic containers before placing them in the oven R QRW XVH WKH RYHQ IRU VWRUDJH SXUSRVHV R QR...

Page 3: ...eat evenly Be careful to prevent scalding when warming formula The container may feel cooler than the formula really is Always test the formula before feeding the baby 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 UHVXOWLQJ LQ LQMXU SUPERHEATED WATER Liquid...

Page 4: ... proper use 3DSHU WRZHOV ZD HG SDSHU DQG SODVWLF ZUDS can be used to cover dishes in order to retain moisture and prevent spattering Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware Boilable cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit pierced or vented as dir...

Page 5: ...dapter and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal You should have the 2 prong wall receptacle replaced with a 3 prong grounding receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance Ensure proper ground and firm connection before use TEMPORARY METHOD Align large prongs slots Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada GEAppliances com 5 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance ...

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Page 7: ...Touch Control Panel Display Door Latch Release Press latch release to open door Removable Turntable Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven The turntable may be removed for cleaning Removable Turntable Support The turntable support must be in place when using the oven NOTE Rating plate oven vent s and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven About the fea...

Page 8: ... 5 oz or 3 oz Press once or twice BEVERAGE Starts immediately 1 cup 2 cups or 3 cups Press once twice or three times REHEAT Enter cook Press once see Cooking Guide TIME COOK Enter Cooking Time Press once TIME DEFROST Enter Defrost Time Press one to four times PIZZA Starts immediately Press 1 4 Check the Convenience Guide before you begin 8 About the features of your microwave oven Express Cook 0 1...

Page 9: ...s stirring or rotating of the food Some foods may have EHWWHU IODYRU WH WXUH RU DSSHDUDQFH if one of the lower settings is used Use a lower power level when cooking foods that have a tendency to boil over such as scalloped potatoes Rest periods when the microwave energy cycles off give time for the food to equalize or transfer heat to the inside RI WKH IRRG Q H DPSOH RI WKLV LV VKRZQ ZLWK power le...

Page 10: ...peatedly to select a desired power level 3Enter the amount of cooking time 4 Press START The oven will begin defrosting After defrosting is complete Time Cook will count down Add 30 Sec It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed Each touch will add 30 seconds up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds The oven will start immediately when pressed Express Cook 0 1 4 2 5 3 7 8...

Page 11: ...y open the door during cooking to check the food Close the door and press START to resume cooking Express Cook 0 1 4 2 5 3 7 8 9 6 Enter Code Food Choice Available Serving Selection Ounces per serving 1 Rice 1 4 4 oz per serving 2 Oatmeal 1 4 4 oz per serving 3 Pasta 1 4 4 oz per serving 4 Asparagus 1 4 4 oz per serving 5 Broccoli 1 4 4 oz per serving 6 Green Beans 1 4 4 oz per serving 7 Corn 1 4 ...

Page 12: ...can be removed Turkey breast 4 to 6 lbs 3 to 8 min Place unwrapped breast in microwave safe dish breast side down After first half per lb of time turn breast side up and shield warm areas with foil Defrost for second half of time Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting Defrosting Guide Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time See the Defrosting Guide f...

Page 13: ...eighing 3 0 to 3 5 ounces Reheat 1 Press Reheat pad 2 Enter the food code See Cooking Guide for Reheat feature below for codes 3Enter the number of servings 1 4 Then the microwave will start immediately You may open the door during cooking to check the food Close the door and press START to resume cooking Reheat Enter Code Food Choice Available Serving Selection Ounces per serving 1 Pasta 1 4 4 oz...

Page 14: ...eature may be very hot Remove the container with care Beverage Pizza Key Pad Ounces per Serving 1 4 ounces 2 8 ounces 3 12 ounces 4 16 ounces 1 2 3 Pizza on some models To use the Pizza feature Press PIZZA pad The microwave will automatically be set to heat 1 piece of pizza The microwave will start immediately If you would like to change the the setting for a different amount of servings Press PIZ...

Page 15: ...evels to give even defrosting results for meats poultry and fish 1 Press AUTO DEFROST DEFROST repeatedly to select 1 to 2 5 pounds 2 Press START Time Defrost LV H SODLQHG LQ WKH About the time features section There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the oven Remove meat from package and place on microwave safe dish When the oven signals turn the food over Remove defrosted meat or shi...

Page 16: ...r clearing the display Press START PAUSE again to restart the oven Clear Off Child Lock Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children To lock or unlock the controls press and hold CLEAR OFF for about three seconds When the control panel is locked the lock indicator will be lit Express Cook 0 1 4 2 5 3 7 8 9 6 Clock Start Pause ...

Page 17: ...ER 2Enter the amount of time you want to count down 3 Press START When the time is up the timer will signal How to Use to Set a Holding Time 1 Press AUTO DEFROST and select food weight or press TIME DEFROST and enter defrosting time Press START Press TIMER Enter the amount of time you want the oven to hold Press START The oven will begin defrosting After defrosting is complete the holding time wil...

Page 18: ...H FHVV VWHDP WR HVFDSH 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 shield thin parts such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry which would cook before larger parts Standing Time When you cook with regular ovens foods such as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set Standi...

Page 19: ...e and support in place How to Clean the Outside Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave Case Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth Rinse with a damp cloth and then dry Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth Control Panel and Door Wipe with a damp cloth Dry thoroughly Do not use cleaning s...

Page 20: ...VHW FRRNLQJ SURJUDP DQG SUHVV START accidentally Microwave oven control The control has been locked 3UHVV DQG KROG PAUSE CLEAR for about three seconds will not work When the control panel is to unlock the control locked the lock indicator will be lit Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven Steam or vapor escaping from around the door Light reflection around door or outer case Dimming oven ...

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Page 23: ...ervice In Alaska the warranty excludes the service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warran...

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