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www .GEAppliances.com Microwave Oven 164D3370P176 49-40190-1 04-01 JR JES939 JES1334 Owner’ s Manual Safety Information Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . .9 Arcing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Extension Cords . . . . . .10 Foods . . . . . . . . . . . .
■ Read and follow the specific precautions in the Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy section above. ■ This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See the Grounding Instructions section on page 8.
www .GEAppliances.com 3 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’ s Manual. ■ Do not mount this appliance over a sink. ■ Do not mount the microwave oven over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance.
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: ■ Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. ■ Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). ■ Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold-rimmed dishes, in the microwave.
www .GEAppliances.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information ■ SUPERHEA TED WA TER Microwaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they reach the boiling point. They can actually get superheated and not bubble at all.
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 be used.
www .GEAppliances.com 7 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information ■ “Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by package. If they are not, plastic could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in injury.
This appliance must be 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.
www .GEAppliances.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Usage situations where appliance’ s power cord will be disconnected infrequently . Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug.
Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 10 W ARNING! A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
www .GEAppliances.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 11 READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMA TION CAREFULL Y .
12 Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the features of your microwave oven. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 13 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. T ouch Control Panel Display.
Y ou can microwave by time or with the convenience features. 1 EXPRESS COOK 3 EXPRESS COOK 6 EXPRESS COOK 2 EXPRESS COOK 5 EXPRESS COOK 4 EXPRESS COOK POWER LEVEL 30 SEC.
www .GEAppliances.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. T ime Features Press Enter TIME COOK Amount of cooking time Press once or twice TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time 30 SEC.
Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About changing the power level. 16 The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for T ime Cook, T ime Defrost or Express Cook. The power level may also be changed during time countdown.
About the time features. www .GEAppliances.com T ime Cook T ime Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. Press TIME COOK. Enter cooking time.
Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the time features. Cooking Guide for T ime Cook NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. 18 V egetable Amount T ime Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb.
www .GEAppliances.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 19 V egetable Amount T ime Comments Corn (frozen kernel) 10-oz. package 2 to 6 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears 1 1 / 4 to 4 min.
Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the time features. T ime Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. Press TIME DEFROST . Enter defrosting time.
www .GEAppliances.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Food T ime Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Rearrange after half the time. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.
Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the time features. 22 Express Cook 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.
About the convenience features. www .GEAppliances.com 23 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using T ime Cook if the package is less than 1.
Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the convenience features. Reheat The Reheat feature reheats 1 to 3 servings of many previously cooked foods. Press REHEA T . Select food type 1–6 for one serving (see Reheat Guide below).
www .GEAppliances.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Cook The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods. Press COOK. Select food type 1–9 (see the Cook Guide below).
Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the convenience features. 26 Auto Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish.
About the other features. www .GEAppliances.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving. Press CLOCK. Enter time of day. Press ST ART or CLOCK.
Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the other features. 28 Child Lock-Out 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 three seconds.
www .GEAppliances.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information T imer This pad performs three functions: ■ It operates as a minute timer. ■ It can be set to delay cooking. ■ It can be used as a hold setting after defrosting.
Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support Microwave terms. Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: ■ metal or foil touching the side of the oven. ■ foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. www .GEAppliances.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 31 Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh.
Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. 32 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.
Before you call for service… www .GEAppliances.com Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 33 T roubleshooting T ips Save time and money! Review the chart below first and you may not need to call for service.
Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support Before you call for service… ■ Steam or vapor escaping from around the door. ■ Light reflection around door or outer case. ■ Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other than high.
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Safety Information Operating Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Consumer Support Notes 36.
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GE Microwave Oven W arranty . Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages.
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