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 Use This Problem Solver

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

 

 NOT

 A fuse in your 

 

 be blown   the circuit breaker tripped. Replace 

 or

COME 

reset circuit breaker.

 Unplug 

your microwave oven, then plug it back in.

 Make sure 3-prong plug on oven is fully 

 

 wall receptacle.

CONTROL PANEL

● 

Door not securely closed.

 YET OVEN

WILL 

 START

● 

START must be 

touched after entering cooking selection.

 Another selection entered already   oven and CLEAR/OFF not touched to 

 

 Make sure you have entered cooking time after touching TIME 

   or 11.

● 

 

 touched 

 Reset cooking program 

 touch 

START.

 Temperature probe not inserted properly or not being 

used during Auto Roast or

Temp Cook.

● 

Make sure you have entered a desired finished temperature after touching TEMP

COOK/HOLD.
Make sure you entered a code number 

 touching 

 functions.

 

 EITHER

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

OVERCOOKED 

OR

or 

 of foods in 

 Touch 

 COOK I or 11 and additional cooking

time for completion.

. Incorrect 

 

 entered. Check cookbook for recommended power

level, or changing levels during cooking if necessary.

● 

Dish was not rotated, turned or stirred. Some dishes require specific 

Check cookbook or recipe for instructions.
. Too many dishes in oven at same 

 Cooking time must be increased

when cooking more than 

 food item. Check cookbook for recommendation on

increased time.

 Dish not completely covered as directed during Auto Cook.

● 

Previous microwaving left humidity or moisture in oven, thus lessening the cooking

time in Auto Cook 

● 

Most vegetables are cooked to a crisp state during Auto Cook, just as in regular

microwaving, Therefore, it is recommended that you let the vegetables stand for up to

5 minutes depending on size and density of pieces.

 Oven door was opened during 

 cycle of Auto Cook function.

. Probe not inserted properly into meat or dish when using Temp Cook or

Auto Roast functions. Check cookbook   Auto Roast section of this book
for specific instructions.

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Содержание Spacemaker JVM172H

Страница 1: ... Auto Simmer Repair Service 35 Care and Cleaning 28 Safety Instructions 3 4 Control Panel 6 7 Temperature Cook 10 Conversion Guide 26 Temperature Probe 10 24 25 Cooking Complete Reminder 5 Time Cook 8 Delayed Cooking 11 Time Defrost 9 Exhaust Fan 6 27 Warranty Back Cover Extension Cords 29 Features 5 Grease Filter 27 Grounding Instructions 29 Hold Time 11 Light Bulb Replacement 29 GEAmwer CenteP M...

Страница 2: ...oven is suitable for microwaving Most glass casseroles cooking dishes measuring cups custard cups pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metilic trim or glze with a metallic sheen can be used Some cookware is labeled suitable for microwaving If you are unsure use this dish test Measure 1 cup water in a glass cup Place in oven on or beside dish Microwave 1 1 minutes at High If water become...

Страница 3: ...nstallation instructions Q Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance Do not use outdoors Do not immerse power cord or plug in water Keep power cord away from heated surfaces Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter Do not operate this apptiance if it has a darnagd power cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped See door surface cleani...

Страница 4: ...livers and other giblets and egg yolks see previous caution should be pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking t Boilable coo ng pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit pierced or vented as directed in cookbook If they are not plastic could burst during or immediately afier cooking possibly resulting in injury Also plasticstoragecontainersshouldbe at least partidy uncovered b...

Страница 5: ...w with Metil Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed 9 Two Position Metal Shelf Doubles the oven capacity when while keeping microwaves confined reheating or cooking smaller food items For complete use of shelf see pages 30 and 31 10 Oven Floor U Automatic Cooking Guide U Grease Filters H Cooktop Light 14 Oven Light Light comes on when door is opened or when oven is operating in any function Thi...

Страница 6: ...uto Cook codes Auto Roast codes or Auto Defrost code numbers and food weight 6 6 Clear Off When touched it stops the oven and erases all settings except time of day 7 Auto Cook Touch this pad and then number pad for desired code number and oven automatically microwaves at pre programmed power levels and determines the proper amount of cooking time until the food is done and oven shuts off See page...

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Страница 8: ... happened Step 2 Touch TIME COOK I Display shows O and POWER 10 ENTER COOK TIME 1 flashes Step 3 Select your time Touch 1 2 and O for a minute and 20 seconds Display shows 1 20 and POWER 10 COOK TIME 1 flashes Because automatic power level 10 is recommended for this cup of coffee there is no need to change the power level If power level 10 is not appropriate see How to Change Power Level at right ...

Страница 9: ...r or plastic can be defrosted in the package For even defrosting some foods need to be broken up or separated part of the way through the defrosting time Family size pre packaged frozen entrees can be defrosted and microwaved If the food is in a foil container transfer it to a microwave safe dish Check your cookbook for other defrosting tips Questions and Answers Q When I press START I hear a dull...

Страница 10: ...obe and food from the oven Cooking Tips Use a lower power level it will heat more evenly even though requiring more time Be sure frozen food has been completely defrosted before inserting probe Probe may break off if used in frozen foods Use the clip to keep the probe in place while heating Cover foods loosely for moisture control and quick even heating Questions and Answers Q After I followed the...

Страница 11: ...me 15 00 appears on display Defrosting is automatically set on power level 3 but can be changed by touching the POWER LEVEL pad and the desired power level Step 4 Set holding or standing time by touching MIN SEC T ER The display shows O and ENTER TIME flashes Step 5 Touch 1 0 0 and O to hold for ten minutes 10 00 appears on display and TIME flashes Step 6 Touch TIME COOK I pad The display shows O ...

Страница 12: ...K desired CODE and START The word AUTO appears on the display and the sensor is activated to sense steam from food Keep Door Closed Foods Recommended A wide variety of foods including meats fish casseroles vegetables leftovers and convenience foods can be Auto Cooked Foods Not Recommended Do not open the oven door while the word AUTO is displayed steam escaping from the oven can affect cooking per...

Страница 13: ... 2 shows and START flashes Touch START Word AU shows on display indicating steam sensor is activated DO N OPEN DOOR OPENING DOOR MAY AFFE COOKING PERFORMANCE Beep sounds when steam is sensed and AUTO is replaced by cook time Rotate or stir food if necessary When done oven beeps and stops and displays End 13 HowtoAdjustA C K Codes To Suit Your Taste By simply adding a 1 after any AU COOK code numbe...

Страница 14: ...o cook pudding or sauces A Most pudding and sauce recipes require stirring many times during cooking therefore Time Cook is recommended Q My scalloped potatoes were not completely cooked when I removed the dish after Auto Cook What is wrong A If you prepared the sauce in the oven prior to combining the sauce with potatoes there may have been too much remaining moisture in the oven Make sure you dr...

Страница 15: ...s are not available use plastic wrap or wax paper Plastic wrap should be loose over food to allow for expansion Seal by pressing plastic wrap firmly around edges For frozen entrees in paperboard trays remove tray from box but do not remove film over tray Thick entrees may take longer to cook see guide on page 16 For frozen foods in metal trays remove foil covering and baked goods reinsert tray int...

Страница 16: ... macaroni in a white sauce such as tuna noodle casserole turkey tetrazzini Casseroles With precooked ingredients in a white sauce such as tuna noodle casserole turkey tetrazzini All others with precooked ingredients such as franks and beans chow mein With raw ingredients such as hamburger patty stew scalloped potatoes seafood casseroles Chili Auto Cook Code 1 2 2 5 5 3 4 5 6 9 Container Microwave ...

Страница 17: ...9 x 2 in glass 65 90 min Place in cooking bag with 1 2 dish cup water Slit bag 1 Shrimp up to 1 lb 2 1 qt glass dish 4 6 min Cover tightly to ensure even with lid cooking Rice Regular raw 1 cup 6 2 qt casserole 21 28 min Follow instructions on rice with lid package Instant 1 cup 2 2 qt casserole 5 8 min Follow instructions on rice with lid package Vegetables Fresh such as carrots artichokes 4 2 qt...

Страница 18: ...r sauce on each chop Microwave using Auto Cook code 8 Chuck roasts should be placed in a microwave safe dish with 1 2 cup water Cover with plastic wrap venting one corner Use Auto Cook code 7 Spare ribs and brisket should be automatically cooked in an oblong glass container Cover with plastic wrap Make sure liquid covers meat Microwave using Auto Cook code 7 How to Atipt Microwave Casserole Recipe...

Страница 19: ...n and prepare Teriyaki sauce In l pt glass measuring cup stir together water and cornstarch Cut off one corner of cooking bag with scissors and drain juices into cup Microwave at High 10 2 minutes Remove chicken from bag to serving platter Pour sauce over chicken just before serving Classic Ham baf Auto Cook Code 8 Approx Cooking Time 36 min Makes 6 Servings 1 lb ground cooked ham 1 2 lb ground fr...

Страница 20: ...getable Add 1 2 cup Dry root vegetables like carrots Microwave on Auto Cook code 2 water Cover with lid or plastic may need to be stirred after oven Stir before serving wrap signals and time remaining appears on display Re cover and touch START to finish cooking Frozen Vegetables Block or loose pieces of frozen Pouches of frozen vegetables vegetables should be placed in should be slit 1 2 in cente...

Страница 21: ...s and butter Cover Microwave on Auto Cook code 3 When done center will be just barely set Sprinkle with paprika before serving plant Italiano Auto Cook Code 5 Approx Cooking Time 18 min Makes 4 to 6 Servings 1 medium eggplant 2 cans 8 oz each tomato sauce 1 to 2 teaspoons oregano 1 2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 pkg 6 oz Mozzarella cheese slices Peel eggplant slice l 8 in thick Spread 2 tab...

Страница 22: ...rowave safe covered container Use Auto Cook code 2 for baked pears also Stewed Fruit and Fruit Compotes should be stirred well before microwaving especially if sugar is added Cover use Auto Cook code 2 and stir once or twice after oven signals and time appears on display Touch START and finish cooking Caramel Biscuit Ring Spread 1 4 cup melted butter and 1 2 cup brown sugar in 8 in round glass dis...

Страница 23: ...ad cubes evenly in 8 inch round dish Mix sugar cinnamon salt raisins walnuts almonds cheese and apple together Sprinkle evenly over bread cubes Measure milk into l qt measuring cup Add butter Microwave at High 10 4 minutes until butter is melted Mpidly stir in eggs with a fork and mix well pour over bread mixture Cover with wax paper Microwave on Auto Cook code 59 Streuseled Apples Auto Cook Code ...

Страница 24: ...e oven Place pork roast in cooking bag and place in microwave safe dish Place meat in oven with probe to the right Insert cable end of probe firmly into receptacle on oven wall How to Auto Roast Beef to Medium 1 Touch AU ROAST pad AU appears on display and ENTER CODE flashes Touch number pad 2 CODE 2 appears on display and START flashes Touch START Display shows temperature and CODE 2 2 At 90 F di...

Страница 25: ...t temperature until done Set Automatic Simmer like Auto Roast example at left Display shows COOL until food is 90 F then switches to show food temperature until 180 F Final Approx Time Code Temp Min per lb 1 130 12 14 2 140 14 16 3 165 17 18 4 175 18 20 5 190 13 15 4 175 13 15 Recommended standing time before serving Hold Minutes Automatic Simmer Auto Roast code 6 Food 5 10 10 15 30 20 20 20 Oven ...

Страница 26: ...ide to make sure that weight corresponds to the code number entered Step 1 Remove frozen meat from package and place in microwave safe dish Place in oven and close door Step 2 Touch Auto Defrost pad ENTER CODE flashes on display Step3 Touch number pad4 CODE 4 and LBS shows on display ENTER WEIGHT flashes Step 4 Touch number pad 3 and O for weight of 3 lbs Display shows 3 0 CODE4 and START flashes ...

Страница 27: ...ng on the filter and slide to the rear Then pull filter downward and to the front The filter will drop out To replace grease filter slide the filter in the frame slot on the back of the opening To clean grease filter soak then agitate filter in hot detergent solution Don t use ammonia or other alkali because it will darken metal Light brushing can be used to remove embedded dirt Rinse shake and re...

Страница 28: ...he oven floor This may be removed with a cleanser such as Bon Ami brand cleanser After using this cleanser rinse and dry thoroughly following instructions on can Do not use it on the painted surfaces such as the walls it may scratch the paint Automatic Temperature Probe Probe is sturdy but care should be taken in handling Do not twist or bend avoid dropping temperature probe Clean as soon after us...

Страница 29: ...e grounded In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded Fig 1 WARNING improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of ele...

Страница 30: ...eating Before placing food in the dishes check to see fiat they will fit together on or under the shelf Also be sure cookware is microwave safe Cookware for heating or reheating include 1 cup measuring cup 8x4x3 inch loaf dishes 9x5x3 inch loaf dishes or 9 inch pie plates Leftovers mav be laced in small To insert shelf tip the back slightly and fit the shelf support guides onto the support guides ...

Страница 31: ...d to start reheating a large or dense food a few minutes ahead of time then add other smaller or less dense foods Alternately if one of the foods you are heating seems undercooked but the others e heated satisfactorily let the underheated food continue cooking Heat or reheat different types of food at High 10 To determine heating times add times for all foods together See heating guide in cookbook...

Страница 32: ...tarting food temperature food density OVERCOOKED OR or amount of foods in oven Touch TIME COOK I or 11 and additional cooking UNDERCOO D time for completion Incorrect wer level entered Check cookbook for recommended power level or changing levels during cooking if necessary Dish was not rotated turned or stirred Some dishes require specific lnstructio s Check cookbook or recipe for instructions To...

Страница 33: ...l when using Temp ON DISPLAY Cook Hold or Auto Roast functions All these things are normal with your microwave oven team or vapor escaping from Du l thumping sound while Some TV Radio interference around the door oven is operating might be noticed while using your Light reflection around door or Dimming oven tight and change microwave oven It s similar to the outer case in blower sound may occur w...

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Страница 35: ...rther help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 ...

Страница 36: ...TORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE WHAT IS N COVERED s Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 co...

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