GE JES1855P Owners Manual
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- GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 1
Microwave Oven www.GEAppliances.com SENSOR COOKING POPCORN BEVERAGE REHEAT BAKED POTATO VEGETABLE TIME COOK REMINDER AUTO/TIME DEF. TIMER HELP GUIDE BEHIND DOOR 1 EXPRESS COOK 4 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPRESS COOK 5 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK 6 EXPRESS COOK 789 START PAUSE POWER LEVEL 0 - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 2
properly qualified service personnel. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips WARNING! To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy, follow basic precautions, including the following. Consumer Support SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 3
cooking time. I See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual. I GE does not support any servicing of the microwave. We strongly recommend that you do not attempt to service the microwave yourself. I As with any appliance, close - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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: I Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold-rimmed dishes - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 5
Safety Information Operating Instructions I SUPERHEATED WATER Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea, are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 6
. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or glaze with - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 7
guide. TV dinners may be microwaved microwave-safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer's recommendations. Do not microwave empty containers. Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 8
or service technician install an outlet near the appliance. (See WARNING- 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. 8 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 9
Safety Information Operating Instructions ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance's power cord will be disconnected infrequently. receptacle replaced with a 3-prong (grounding) receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 9 - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 10
interference. However, prior to using your microwave oven it is recommended that persons with pacemakers consult the manufacturer of the device for additional information and/or their physician to ensure their pacemaker will not be affected by microwaves. 10 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 11
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 11 Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 12
see it in this easy-to-use Owner's Manual and you'll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department. Best of all, you'll experience these values each time you use your microwave oven. That's important, because your new microwave oven will be part of your family for many years. And - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 13
Auto Feature 23 Sensor Features 24-27 Other Features 28-30 Microwave Terms 31 Care and Cleaning 32, 33 Troubleshooting Tips . . .34, 35 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven 36 Consumer Support Warranty 39 Consumer Support . . .Back Cover Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 14
. 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. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven. 14 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 15
Safety Information You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips AUTO/TIME DEF. TIME COOK 1 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK more/less time more/less time more/less time (on some models) 15 Consumer Support - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 16
About changing the power level. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips POWER LEVEL 1 EXPRESS COOK 2 Press START. Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking. The power levels on the microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on ; softening butter. Consumer Support - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 17
Instructions About the time features. TIME COOK 1 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK 4 EXPRESS COOK 5 EXPRESS COOK 6 EXPRESS COOK 789 0 DISPLAY ON/OFF START PAUSE Time Cook Time Cook I Allows you to microwave I, Time Cook II counts down. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 17 - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 18
Safety Information Operating Instructions About the time features. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. cup water. In 2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 18 - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 19
Safety Information Operating Instructions Vegetable Corn (frozen kernel) Corn on 1/2 cup water. Stir after half of time. Pierce with cooking fork. Place in center of the oven. Let stand 5 minutes. 10 to 16 oz. 10-oz. package 3 to 6 min. 3 to minutes. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 19 - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 20
Instructions Troubleshooting Tips AUTO/TIME DEF. 1 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK 4 EXPRESS COOK 5 EXPRESS COOK 6 EXPRESS COOK 789 0 DISPLAY ON/OFF START PAUSE 20 Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide normal when oven is - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 21
Guide Operating Instructions Troubleshooting in oven. Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting. Place unopened package in oven. Microwave just in cooking dish. Microwave 2-4 minutes more, if Place unwrapped hen in the oven per lb. breast-side Place unwrapped breast in microwave safe dish breast-side- - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 22
the time counting down each time the pad is pressed. I It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds of cooking time. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 22 - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 23
Safety Information About the auto feature. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips AUTO/TIME DEF. 1 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK 4 EXPRESS COOK 5 EXPRESS COOK 6 EXPRESS COOK 789 0 DISPLAY ON/OFF START PAUSE Guide Auto Defrost The Auto/Time Defrost feature gives you - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 24
food to overcook. I Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor. Dry off dishes so they don't mislead the sensor. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 24 - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 25
instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave. Press POPCORN. The oven starts immediately. If you open the door while POPCORN is displayed, SENSOR Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 25 - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 26
Safety Information Operating Instructions About the sensor features. REHEAT 1 EXPRESS close it and press START immediately. After removing food from the oven, stir, if possible, to even out the temperature. Reheated foods crisp surface after reheating. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 26 - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 27
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Follow package instructions for adding water. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Add 1/4 cup water per serving. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Pierce skin with fork. Place potatoes on the turntable. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 27 - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 28
SPEED Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving. Press CLOCK. Enter time of day. Select AM or PM. Press START or CLOCK. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support START PAUSE AM/ PM SCROLL SPEED START PAUSE 28 Scroll Speed The scroll speed of the display - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 29
oven to remind you. (Be sure the microwave turntable on. It can be turned off for large dishes. Press TURNTABLE to turn the turntable on or off. Sometimes the turntable can become too hot to touch. Be careful touching the turntable during and after cooking. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 30
Operating Instructions About the other features. Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being used at any time, even when the oven is operating. Press TIMER. Enter time you want to count down. Press TIMER to is in use. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 30 - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 31
or to set. Standing time 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. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 31 - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 32
using a sponge or soft cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry. Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave. Removable Turntable and Turntable Support To prevent breakage, do not place the turntable into water just after cooking. Wash it carefully in warm, sudsy water or in the - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 33
Instructions Troubleshooting Tips 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 against the microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 34
Instructions Troubleshooting tips. Problem Oven will not start Control panel lighted, yet oven will not start Possible Causes What To Do A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Power surge. • Unplug the microwave oven - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 35
Operating Instructions Problem "SENSOR ERROR" appears on display "LOCKED" appears in display Food amount too large for Sensor Reheat . be displayed.) Sensor Reheat is for single • Use Time Cook for large servings of recommended amounts of food. foods. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 35 - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 36
by other small appliances, it does not indicate a problem with the microwave. Plug the microwave into a different electrical circuit, move the radio or TV as far away from the microwave as possible, or check the position and signal of the TV/radio antenna. 36 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 37
Notes. 37 Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 38
Notes. 38 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Information - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 39
, there are no warranties, whether express, oral or statutory which extend beyond the description on the face hereof, including specifically the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225 39 Consumer Support - GE JES1855P | Owners Manual - Page 40
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POPCORN
BEVERAGE
REHEAT
VEGETABLE
BAKED POTATO
SENSOR COOKING
TIMER
AUTO/TIME DEF.
TIME COOK
AM/PM
SCROLL SPEED
CLOCK
SOUND
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EXPRESS COOK
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EXPRESS COOK
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EXPRESS COOK
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EXPRESS COOK
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EXPRESS COOK
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EXPRESS COOK
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START
PAUSE
REMINDER
HELP
POWER
LEVEL
30 SEC.
CLEAR
OFF
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