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OWNER’S MANUAL 

SAFETY INFORMATION

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USING THE OVEN 

Features .............................................................. 7 
Controls ............................................................... 8 
Time and Auto Microwave Features ............ 10 
Sensor Microwave Features ........................... 13 
Other Features .................................................. 17 
Microwave Terms .............................................. 18 

CARE AND CLEANING

Inside ................................................................... 19
Outside ................................................................ 19

TROUBLESHOOTING

 .........................20

WARRANTY

 ..............................................21

CONSUMER SUPPORT

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Write the model and serial 
numbers here: 

Model # ________________

Serial # _________________

Find these numbers on a 
label inside the oven. 

JVM2160 
JVM2162 
JVM2165

GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license. 

29-6290 11-18 M

OVER THE RANGE

MICROWAVE OVEN

Summary of Contents for JVM2160

Page 1: ...RE AND CLEANING Inside 19 Outside 19 TROUBLESHOOTING 20 WARRANTY 21 CONSUMER SUPPORT 22 Write the model and serial numbers here Model ________________ Serial _________________ Find these numbers on a label inside the oven JVM2160 JVM2162 JVM2165 GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company Manufactured under trademark license 29 6290 11 18 M OVER THE RANGE MICROWAVE OVEN ...

Page 2: ...E Appliances product and we think you will too Among other things registration of your appliance ensures that we can deliver important product information and warranty details when you need them Register your GE appliance now online Helpful websites and phone numbers are available in the Consumer Support section of this Owner s Manual You may also mail in the pre printed registration card included...

Page 3: ...gs on the appliance Do not store this appliance outdoors Do not use this product near water for example in a wet basement near a swimming pool near a sink or in similar locations Do not mount this appliance over a sink TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE IN THE CAVITY Do not overcook food Carefully attend appliance when paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate c...

Page 4: ...uitable 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 metallic sheen can be used in compliance with cookware manufacturers recommendations It is important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave Use only mild nonabrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge o...

Page 5: ...pacemakers may wish to consult their physicians if they have concerns GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS To prevent risk of electric shock follow these instructions Plug microwave into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock This appliance must be grounded In the event of a...

Page 6: ...cumulate on sealing surfaces c Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the 1 door bent 2 hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 door seals and sealing surfaces d The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel Contact nearest authorized service facility ...

Page 7: ...he oven 4 Charcoal Filter Door Push down two button to open the door You can change charcoal filter easily 5 Control Panel and Selector Dial 6 Cooktop Light 29 6290 7 Grease Filter 8 Removable Turntable Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven The turntable may be removed for cleaning 9 Rating Plate 10 Deflector Provides robustness from cooktop heat Do not remove NOTE Oven vent s...

Page 8: ... levels automatically during cooking Power Level Power level 1 10 Add 30 sec Starts immediately Defrost Weight Time Press once Weight Defrost Food weight up to six pounds Press twice Timed Defrost Amount of defrosting time Beverage Starts immediately Sensor Features Press Turn and push dial to enter Option Steam Cook Food Typ Food Type Popcorn Starts immediately Cook Food Type Reheat Food Type Piz...

Page 9: ...s Stop Cancel pad or open the door SIGNALS DURING OVEN SETTINGS ONE SIGNAL Oven accepts the entry TWO SIGNALS Oven does not accept the entry please check and try again Setting the Clock This is a 12 or 24 hour clock In standby mode press Clock pad once to choose 12 hour clock and if you want to choose 24 hour clock press Clock pad again Example Suppose you want to set the clock for 8 08 am 1 In st...

Page 10: ...the power level Multi stage cooking For best results some recipes call for different cook power during different stages of a cook cycle You can program your oven to switch from one power to another for up to 2 stages For example suppose you want to set the following cooking program Microwave cooking Microwave cooking 1 In standby mode input the first Microwave cooking Do not press Start Add 30Sec ...

Page 11: ...ess Vent 2 Speed pad to closed it SPECIAL FEATURES Auto cook menu For foods such as Butter Cheese Ice cream and so on it is not necessary to program the time and the cooking power It is sufficient to indicate the type of food that you want to cook as well as the weight of this food Î Î Butter Cheese or Ice cream 1 Press the food Butter Cheese or Ice cream pad once 2 Use number pad 1 or 2 to select...

Page 12: ...erage pad once the display will display 1 3 Press number pad 2 to choose two cups 4 Press Start Add 30Sec pad to start cooking NOTE For beverage you can choose the amount by pressing number pad 1 to 6 and the display will show number of servings instead of weight After heating the beverage may be very hot Remove the container with care Kids Meals Using Kids Meals lets you heat common microwave pre...

Page 13: ...E During defrost the oven will pause and sound beep to remind user to turn the food over after that press Start Add 30Sec pad to resume Use small smooth strips of aluminum foil to cover edges and thinner sections of the food 1Lb Defrost This feature allows you to defrost food quickly In standby press 1Lb Defrost pad once the system start defrosting automatically NOTE During defrost the oven will p...

Page 14: ... number pads to enter time 3 Press Start Add 30Sec pad NOTE The longest time you can set is 99 minutes and 99 seconds Once you have set the timer function in either cooking or standby mode you can check the countdown by press Timer pad and you can press Stop Cancel to cancel the timer function when the display shows timer time Eco Mode To set In standby mode press Eco Mode pad once to enter the po...

Page 15: ...COURING PADS For heavier soil use baking soda or a mild soap rinse thoroughly with hot water Waveguide Cover The waveguide cover is located on the ceiling in the oven cavity It is made from mica so requires special care Keep the waveguide cover clean to assure good oven performance Carefully wipe with a damp cloth any food spatters from the surface of the cover immediately after they occur Built u...

Page 16: ...lease cover remove the screw on the light cover See illustration DO NOT USE A BULB LARGER THAN 30 WATTS Close light cover and secure with screw removed in step 2 CAUTION Light cover may become very hot Do not press glass when light is on Charcoal Filter Charcoal filter is used for nonvented recirculated installation The filter should be changed every 6 to 12 months depending on use Disconnect powe...

Page 17: ...n light cover located behind filter mounting by carefully pulling up on the front edge DO NOT USE A BULB LARGER THAN 30 WATTS Replace the oven light cover by carefully pushing into place Replace the charcoal filter if used Push the louver back into place and replace the louver mounting screw USING YOUR OVEN Other Features Louver Screw Charcoal Filter Louver Light Cover Screw Charcoal Filter Light ...

Page 18: ...ce cooking time Venting plastic wrap or covering 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 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 ...

Page 19: ...they can damage it Some paper towels can also scratch the control panel Door Panel Before cleaning the front door panel make sure you know what type of panel you have Refer to the eighth digit of the model number S is stainless steel L is CleanSteel and B W or C are plastic colors Removable Turntable and Turntable Support To prevent breakage do not place the turntable into water just after cooking...

Page 20: ...et and cannot be changed Food amount too large for Sensor Reheat Sensor Reheat is for single servings of recommended foods Use TIME COOK for large amounts of food This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions may cause interference to radio and television reception It has been type tes...

Page 21: ...rranty GE Appliances will also provide free of charge all labor and related service costs to replace the defective part when the unit is serviced What GE Appliances will not cover Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Improper installation delivery or maintenance If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate...

Page 22: ...ience any day of the year In Canada GEAppliances ca en support service request or call 800 561 3344 during normal business hours Parts and Accessories Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Contact your local authorized GE Appliances parts distributor for more information or ca...

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