GE JNM1541SMSS Use and Care Manual
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Models: JVM1540 JNM1541 HVM1540 Spacemaker Microwave Oven Owner's Manual Important Safety Information 2 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Special Notes About Microwaving 5 Operating Instructions 10 Features of Your Microwave 10 The Controls on Your - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 2
electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy: PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY For your safety, the information in this manual or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 3
service agent using a power cord from General Electric. • Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance. • 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 designed - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 4
clean where the door seals against the microwave. Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well. • This appliance must only be serviced by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 5
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING 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: • The metal shelf (if included) not installed correctly so it touches the microwave wall - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 6
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING SAFETY FACT 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 - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 7
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MICROWAVESAFE 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 a metallic sheen can - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 8
If the power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance. For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 8 - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 9
not for end-of-cabinet installation. Each kit contains two 3″-wide filler panels. JX81C-Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit (included with Model JNM1541) Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be vented to the outside. Available at extra cost from your GE supplier. Charcoal filter (JX81C - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 10
Control Panel. 5 Cooktop Light. 6 Grease Filters. 7 Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning. 8 Convenience Guide. 9 Shelf (on some models). Lets you microwave several foods at once. Food microwaves best when placed - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 11
Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) You can microwave by time, temperature or with the convenience features. 1 Time Features Time Cooking Press TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 12
Quick Start GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you begin, check the guide located on the inside front of the oven when you open the door. GUIDES IN BOOK • Cooking • Time Defrost • Reheat 2 Convenience Features Press POPCORN BEVERAGE REHEAT POTATO VEGETABLE (on some models) DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press once) - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 13
Instructions tendency to boil over, such as scalloped potatoes. Rest periods (when the microwave energy cycles off) give time for the food to "equalize" or transfer heat and tenderizing such as stews and less tender cuts of meat. Low 2 or 3 Defrosting without cooking; simmering; delicate sauces. - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 14
Operating Instructions Time Features Time Cook 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Change power level if you don't want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level 1-10.) 4 Press START. Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Power - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 15
Cooking Guide for Time Cook I & II NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 6 to 9 min., In 11⁄2- - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 16
Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook I & II Vegetable Amount Time Comments Corn (frozen kernel) Corn on the cob (fresh) (frozen) Mixed vegetables (frozen) Peas (fresh, shelled) (frozen) Potatoes ( - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 17
to defrost for the length of time you select. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. Power level 3 is automatically set, but you may prepackaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a foil container, transfer it to a microwave-safe dish. • Foods that spoil easily - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 18
Operating Instructions Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) Sweet in dish. Unwrap and turn over after half the time. When finished, separate pieces and microwave 2-4 minutes more, if necessary. Let stand to finish defrosting. Place wrapped chicken in - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 19
Time Features Express Cook Add 30 Seconds This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1-6 minutes. Press one of the Express Cook pads (from 1 to 6) for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time. The power level can be changed as time - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 20
Convenience Features Popcorn How to Use the Popcorn . Feature Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 to 3.5 ounces. NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when cooking popcorn. 1 Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 3.0 ounces or larger than - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 21
feature reheats servings of many previously cooked foods. 1 Press REHEAT. 2 Select food type 1-6 for one serving (see Reheat Guide below). On some models, the oven starts immediately. 3 On some models, press START. 4 Press 2 or 3 to change the serving size. NOTE: The serving size may be changed or - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 22
Operating Instructions Convenience Features Potato The Potato feature cooks up to four 8-10 potatoes. The oven will start immediately after POTATO is pressed. Vegetable Food Code 1 2 3 (Model HVM1540 only) The Vegetable feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels to cook fresh, - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 23
to six pounds. There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the oven. Guide Conversion Guide If the weight of food is stated in 11 .7 12-13 .8 14-15 .9 • Remove meat from package and place on microwave-safe dish. • Twice during defrost, the oven signals TURN. At each TURN signal, - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 24
Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving. 1 Press CLOCK. 2 Enter time of day. 3 On some models, select AM or PM. 4 Press START or CLOCK. 24 - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 25
delay cooking up to 24 hours. 1 Press DELAY START. 2 Enter the time you want the oven to start. (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.) 3 On some models, select AM or PM. 4 Select any combination of Defrost Auto/Time or Time Cook I & II. 5 Press START. The Delay Start - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 26
Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Timer On/Off Timer On/Off Enter the time you want the oven to remind you. (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.) 3 On some models, select AM or PM. 4 Press REMINDER. When Reminder signal occurs, press REMINDER - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 27
Other Features Your Model May Have Child Lock-Out Turntable Surface Light You 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 CLEAR/OFF for about 3 seconds. When the control - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 28
Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Vent Fan When the microwave oven is off, you may operate the vent fan: 1 Press the Vent Fan pad once for high fan speed. 2 Press the Vent Fan pad a second time for low fan speed. 3 Press the Vent Fan pad a third time to turn the fan off - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 29
hot. • Do not use the shelf when cooking popcorn. Food microwaves best when placed on the turntable or on the shelf in the results 2-level reheating Use the upper shelf supports for two-level cooking. Switch places twice • To reheat on 3 levels (on some models) 1 Double the reheating time. 2 - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 30
is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the microwave walls. 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. - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 31
any part of your microwave. Temperature Probe (if included) Clean immediately after using. To clean, wipe with a sudsy cloth, then rub lightly with dishwasher. The turntable and support can be broken if dropped. Remember, do not operate the oven without the turntable and support in place. Shelf (if - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 32
damage the appearance of the microwave oven. If you choose to to the eighth digit of the model number. "S" is stainless steel, parts. Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleach or products containing chlorine on Stainless Steel finishes. CleanSteel or Graphite Use a clean, soft, light and lightly - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 33
gently turning. 4 Replace the screw. Connect electrical power to the oven. REMOVE SCREW Oven Light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 30- (30-watt-WB36X10198/ 40-watt-WB36X10003), available from your GE supplier. 1 To replace the oven light, first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 34
models) Reusable Grease Filters The reusable grease filters trap grease released by foods on the cooktop. They also prevent flames from foods on the cooktop from damaging the inside of the microwave products because they will darken the metal. Light brushing can be used to remove embedded dirt - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 35
. Order Part No. WB02X10776 from your GE supplier. To Remove Charcoal Filter Remove 4 grille screws to remove the grille. If the model is not the filter toward the front of the oven and remove it. To Install Charcoal Filter To install a new filter, remove plastic and other outer wrapping from the - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 36
Service Problem Possible Cause What to Do Oven will not start A fuse in your home • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Power surge. • Unplug the microwave been used The cooktop light is located below the oven floor. When the light is on, the - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 37
Light reflection around door or outer case. • Dimming oven light and microwave. Similar to the interference caused 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 - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 38
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 or even schedule service on-line. Schedule Service ge.com 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) Real - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 39
qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home. (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.) Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Instructions contained in this manual cover - GE JNM1541SMSS | Use and Care Manual - Page 40
part. Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial and model numbers available when calling for service. What Is Not Covered • Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product. • Improper installation
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Spacemaker Microwave Oven
Owner’s Manual
Models:
JVM1540
JNM1541
HVM1540
2
30
Helpful Information
Microwave Terms
30
Care and Cleaning
31
36
If Something Goes Wrong
Before You Call For Service
36
GE Service Numbers
38
Warranty
Back Cover
ge.com
10
Important Safety Information
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy
2
Special Notes About Microwaving
5
Operating Instructions
Features of Your Microwave
10
The Controls on Your Microwave
11
Time Cooking
14
Automatic Cooking
20
Other Features
24
Oven Shelf
29
MFL31918501
49-40528-1
10-08 JR
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model#
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Serial#
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Find these numbers on a label inside the oven.