GE JES1288SH Owners Manual

GE JES1288SH - 1.2 cu. Ft Countertop Microwave Oven Manual

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  • GE JES1288SH | Owners Manual - Page 1
    , 21 Oven Features 7, 8 Power Levels 9 Timed Features 10-13 Care and Cleaning 23 Troubleshooting Tips 24 Things That Are Normal . . . . . .24 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . .Back Cover Product Registration . . . . . .25, 26 Warranty 27 Owner's Manual JES1288 Write the model and serial
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    service agent using a power cord available from General Electric. s Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance. s Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This microwave oven is specifically
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    Safety Instructions ge.com WARNING! ARCING If you see arcing, press CLEAR/OFF 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 edges act like antennas). s Metal,
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    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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    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 circuit breaker. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5
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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 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 6
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    features of your oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1000 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
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the features of your oven. You can microwave by time, or with the convenience features, or cook using the browning and grilling or 3 oz. 4, 8, or 12 oz. Option more/less time more/less time more/less time Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 8
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    glass turntable on the turntable support. s Make sure that cookware is suitable for microwaving. ge.com Changing the Microwave Power Level The power level power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking. The power levels on the microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range.
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    cooking. Express This is a quick way to set cooking time for 30 seconds at Power Level 10. Make sure the turntable support and glass turntable are in place when microwaving. The oven will start immediately. It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the button is pressed. The power
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    Guide to 7 min. 5 to 7 min. 5 to 7 min. 8 to 11 min. ge.com Comments In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. In 1-qt. casserole. In . Pierce with cooking fork. Place in the oven, 1″ apart, in circular arrangement. Let stand Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions
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    large meats are completely defrosted before cooking. s When defrosted, food should be cool but softened in all areas. If still slightly icy, return to the microwave oven very briefly, or let it stand a few minutes. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 12
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Defrosting Guide Food Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) Fruit Plastic
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    support and glass turntable are in place when microwaving. To use the Popcorn feature: 1 Follow package instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Reheat Make sure the turntable support and glass turntable are in place when microwaving be changed. Reheat Guide Food Type Comments Meats
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Auto Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat, Make sure the turntable support and glass turntable are in place when microwaving. 1 Press DEFROST. 2 Turn the dial to AUTO and press the dial to enter. 3 Using the Conversion Guide below, turn the dial
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Using the browning features. Make sure the turntable support and black metal tray are in place when browning. The browning features use a combination of microwaves and heat from the top and bottom elements to cook food evenly throughout while browning on
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    Safety Instructions ge.com Manual Browning Make sure the turntable support and black metal tray are in place when browning. The Manual browning features allow you to adjust the amount of microwave and heater power used for browning. 1 Press BROWN. 2 Turn the dial to MANUAL and press the dial to
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    Program Make sure the turntable support and black metal tray are in place when grilling. See the Grilling Guide on the next page for cooking suggestions. 1 Press GRILL. 2 Turn the dial to select the food type and press the dial to enter. 3 Turn the dial to select the specific food and press the
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    Instructions Operating Instructions Manual Grilling Make sure the turntable support and black metal tray are in place when grilling. The Manual grilling features allow you to choose which heating elements are used when grilling and set the cooking time. 1 Press GRILL. 2 Turn the dial to MANUAL
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    /PAUSE to restart the oven. Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave oven from being accidentally started or oven will signal. Press TIMER to cancel the timer. NOTE: The Timer indicator will be lit while the timer is operating. 20 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Beeper On/Off The button beep can be turned on or off. 1 Press OPTIONS. 2 Turn the dial to BEEPER and to enter. 3 Turn the dial to select 1-5 for slow to fast scroll speed and press the dial to enter. ge.com Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 21
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    is especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved cake is not placed on a cooling rack. 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 22
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    microwave oven. 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. ge.com Operating Instructions Troubleshooting some models) lightly in the direction of the grain. 23 Consumer Support
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    Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting tips. Problem Oven will not start Control panel lighted, yet oven will not start Microwave oven controls will not work Possible Causes A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Power surge. Plug not fully inserted
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    • Backed by GE • All brands covered • Unlimited service calls • All parts and labor costs 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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    a safe place. It contains information you will need should you require service. Our service number is 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). 3 Read your Owner's Manual carefully. It will help you operate your new appliance properly. Model Number Serial Number Important: If you did not get a registration
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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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    Support. GE Appliances Website ge.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts, catalogs, or even schedule service
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Microwave Oven
3513913700
49-40497
01-06 JR
JES1288
Owner’s Manual
ge.com
Safety Information
. . . . . . . . .2–6
Operating Instructions
Browning Features . . . . . . . .16, 17
Convenience Features . . . . .14, 15
Grilling Features . . . . . . . . .18, 19
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . .20, 21
Oven Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8
Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Timed Features . . . . . . . . . .10–13
Care and Cleaning
. . . . . . . . .23
Troubleshooting Tips
. . . . . . .24
Things That Are Normal . . . . . .24
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . .Back Cover
Product Registration . . . . . .25, 26
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.
with Dual Element Browner