GE JES1142SJ Use and Care Manual

GE JES1142SJ - 1.1 cu. Ft Countertop Microwave Oven Manual

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  • GE JES1142SJ | Use and Care Manual - Page 1
    ge.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
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    (d) The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual. When using electrical appliances
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com WARNING! ARCING If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: s Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. s Foil not molded to food (upturned
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    steam away from hands and face. s Use foil only as directed in this guide. TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than 3/4″ high; remove the top foil cover and return the tray to the box. When using foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1″ away from the sides of the
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    appliance. If the power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance. (See EXTENSION CORDS section.) For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of
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    over unintentionally. If you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times may be longer, too. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1100 Watts ge.com Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Features of the Oven Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. Convenience Guide. Touch
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    of your microwave oven. You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press Time Cook Press number pads TIME DEFROST POWER LEVEL EXPRESS
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    Safety Instructions About changing the power level. ge.com The power level may be entered or changed before entering the time for Time Cook. 1 Press POWER LEVEL repeatedly to select power level 0 to HI. 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Press START. Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave
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    Safety Instructions About the time features. Time Cook Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. HI power level is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. 1 Change power level if you don't want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL repeatedly to select a
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    ge.com Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use HI power level unless otherwise . Stir after half of time. Pierce with cooking fork. Place in the oven, 1 inch apart, in circular arrangement. Let stand 5 minutes. In 2- Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    can be removed. Place unwrapped breast in microwave-safe dish breast-side-down. After first half 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. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Pizza To use the Frozen Pizza feature: 1 Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the pizza is less than 7 ounces or larger than 14 ounces. 2 Press FROZEN PIZZA once for a 7 ounce pizza or twice for a 14 ounce pizza. The oven starts immediately. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13
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    casserole or bowl. Add 2 tablespoons water for each serving. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. 16 oz. Use microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Follow package instructions for adding water. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 14
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    the oven signals, turn the food over. Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil. s After defrosting, most meats need to stand 5 minutes to complete defrosting. Large roasts should stand for about 30 minutes. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    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 PAUSE/CLEAR for about three seconds. When the control panel is locked, the lock indicator will be lit. 16 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Press POWER LEVEL. Change power level if you don't want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL repeatedly to select a desired power oven to hold. 4 Press START. The oven will begin defrosting. After defrosting is complete, the holding time will count down. ge.com Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    important in microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack. Venting After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 18
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    Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. ge.com Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of this oven. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips How to Clean the Inside Walls
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    Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips. Problem Oven will not start Control panel lighted, yet oven will not start Microwave oven control will not work Possible Causes A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Power surge. Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet. Door
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    charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is repairs. Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at 800.626.2224 for more information. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S. ✁ Cut here Please place in envelope and mail to: General Electric
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    ! Model Number Serial Number First Name Mr. s Ms. s Mrs. s Miss s Street Address Last Name Apt. # City Date Placed In Use Month 22 E-mail Address* State Zip Code Day Year Phone _ _ Number GE Consumer & Industrial Appliances General Electric Company Louisville, KY 40225 ge.com
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    warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service to replace the defective part. For the above limited warranty: To avoid any trip charges, you must take the microwave oven to a General Electric Customer Care® servicer and pick it up following service. In-home service is
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    convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts, catalogs, or even schedule service on-line. You can also "Ask Our Team of Experts™" your questions, and so much more... Schedule Service ge.com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on
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Microwave Oven
3513913700
49-40495
01-06 JR
JES1142
Owner’s Manual
ge.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
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Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
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Serial #
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You can find them on a label inside
the oven.