Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product JVM1420 GE
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READ ALL SAH_2TY INkDRMA T YON BEFORE USING A PRECAUTIONS For your safety the infbrmation in this manual must be fbllowed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injm T or loss of lifE. rr_,o,j(j aA VOID Do Not Attempt Do Not Operate the o_ en to operate this oven if it is damaged.
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t 2AD ALl_, SAkETY INt'DRMA T YON BEFOt 2 USING use and is UL listed for not approved or tested for marine use. iiii • Read and tollow the specific "Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy" on page 2. • This appliance must be grounded.
• Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water= tor example, in a wet l)asement, near a swimming pool, near a sink or in similar locations. • Keep power cord away ti'om heated surl{_ces. • Do not immerse power cord or plug in watch • To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cm'iw: -- Do not overtook tood.
m SPECIAL N07 2S ABO UF MICRO WAVING the CLEAR/OFF pad and i! correct the prob/eml Arcing is the microwave term tot sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • The metal shelf not installed correctly so it touches the microwave wall. • Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
I,.I 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 bubblingor boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present.
m SPECIAL NOTES ABO UF MICRO WAVING Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable tot microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking dislles, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware wllicll does not llave metallic trim or glaze witll a metallic slleen can be used.
• Use toil only as directed in this manual. TV dinners may be n/icrowaved in toil trays less than <2 ,, " • .>/4 high; rellIO_ the top toil cover and return the tr_w to the box. ¥'hen using toil in the n/icrow, ive oven, kee I) the toil at least l" awa} ffon/ the sides of the oven.
m GR 0 UNDING TR UC770N /OFHONAL KEIS Tltis appliance is equipped witlt a power coM ltaving a grounding wire witlt a grounding plug. Tlte plug must be plugged into an Ensure proper gr0und outlet tltat is properly exists before use, installed alld _TOtlllded.
////////111 0 950Watts 2 3 4 5 6 Door Handle. Pull to ()pen the doot: The door must be securely latched Jot the microwave to operate. Door Latches. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.
The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this mcm ucd, ,/katu_s a_d ap[_ear_o_c e m_O_ va_3_,fiomyour model.) You can microwave by time, temperature, or with the convenience features. : i¸¸ DEFROST TIME COOK AUTO/TIME !>I'EXPRESS COOK ][2 Xp SS COOK J XPR SS3COOK ]: POWER ADD LEVEL 30 SEC.
POPCORN AL. REHEAT 1 DEFROST AUTO / TIME Convenience Features POPCORN Starts immediatel) ! more/less time serxing size BEVERAGE Starts immediatel} ! serxing size Food txpe 1-6 serxing size DEFROST AUT.
Power Level ! The power level may be entered O r changed immediately aher entering the feature { ume for TIME COOK, TIME DEFROST or {EXPRESS COOI_ The 'power leye! may a!SO be Changed during time COuntdown. Press TIME COOK or I4 X;hriable power levels add flexibili W to microwave cooking.
7 me Features @ 1 Press TIME COOK, 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Change powerlevel if you don't want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level I-1o0 # PressSTART Time Cook I Allows you to microwave tor any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
Cooking Guide for 7 me Cook I & H NOTE." Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (flesh spears) 1 Ih. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package Beans (flesh green, 1 Ih. cut ill half (flozen green ) l()-oz, package I frozen lima Beets i flesh, whole ) Broccoli (fi-esh cut) (fresh spears ( frozen.
Vegetable Amount Time Comments Corn Ifi'ozen kernel) ]O-oz. package Corn onthe cob (flesh J ] to 5 ears (fi'ozen _ ] e;tr 2 to 6 ears Mixed vegetables i fi'ozen') Peas (fi'esh. shelled l O-oz. package 2 lbs. unshelled 5 to 7 rain.
7 me Features i ;) +( ¸¸¸¸¸¸¸7¸¸7¸¸¸¸¸¸¸ 18 Allo_vs you to deflost tot the length of time you select. See the Deti'osfing Guide R)r sugg_smd tim es. Power level 3 is automatically set, but )_m may change tl-fis lot more flexibility.
Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or roils (1 piece) Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz, Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen ( 1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces (1 ]b-1 ] rain. 3 to 5 rain. _ to _ min. 5 to 7 rain. Place block m casserole.
7 me Features This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1-6 minutes. Press one of the Express Cook pads (fi'om 1 to 6) tot 1 to (5 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the 2 pad tor 2 minutes of cooking time. The power level can be changed as time is counting down.
Convenience Features (less t_mej tmore time} Use on[y w _th prepackageo rrucrowave popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces. NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when cooking popcorn. How to Use the Popcorn Feature Follow package instructions, using Time (look if tile package is less than 1.
Convenience Features ,0 NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when using the Reheat feature. The Reheat feature reheats servings of many previously cooked foods. 1 Press REHEAT. 2 Select fi_od D'pe 1-6 fiw one serving (see Reheat Guide below). On some models, the oven starts im m ediatel> 3 Press _2 ()r 3 to change the serving size.
i i The Beverage tcature heats servings of any bevcl_age. Press BEVEI_GE. The oven starts immediately. On some models, the serving size is automatically set at 1, but can be changed by pressing 2 or 3 right atter pressing BEVEI_GE.
Convenience Features G 1 PressDEFROST AUTO/TIME once. 2 Using the Conversion Guide at right, enter food weight. For example, press pads 1 and2 for 1.2pounds (I pound, 3 ounces). 3 PressSTART (77me Defrost is explained in the 77me Features section.) 24 The Defiost Auto/Time feature gixes )ou two wa)s to defl'ost fl'ozen foods.
Other Features Your Model May Have (On some models) The HELP pad displays teature int_)rmation and helpfifl hints. Press HELP, then select a feature pad. To remind you that you have fi)()d in the oven, the oven will display "FOOD IS READY" or "END" and beep once a minute until you either ()pen the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF.
Other Features Your Model May Have (On some models) The scroll speed of tile AM / PM Press and llold tile AM/PM ._. pad about .'3 seconds to SCROLL SPEED 1)ring tip the display. Select 1-:5 tbr slow to t:ast scroll speed. [DISPLAY ON/OFF] To turn tlle clock displa) off, press and llold 0 for al)out tllree seconds.
!; _i i_i _i ii _ i i ii _ ii i_ ii_il _ilii( i ill Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating. I Press TIMER ON/OFF. 2 Enter time you want to COtlllt down. 3 Press TIMER ON/OFF to start, YVhen time is up, the oven will signal.
Other Features Your Model May Have You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave flom being accidentally started or used by children. To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CI,EAR/OFF tor about 3 seconds. ¼"hen the control panel is locked, "I," or "I,OC" will be displayed to the extreme right.
Press to turn the surface light on or off. On some models, there is a nigh t light option. Press SURFACE I,IGHT once lot bright light, twice tor the night light or three times to turn the light off. [ VOLuMEBEEPER., ] (On some models) The beeper sound level can be adjusted.
Other Features Your Model May Have How to Use the She/f When Mierowaving /f // / / I I I I _ • Make sure the shelf is positioned properl) inside the microwave to prevent damage to the oven fl'om arcing. • Do not use a microwave browning dish on the shelf.
Switch places after !/2 time. Switch places after 1/2 time. * To reheat on 2 levels or " To reheat 2 dishes on the lower level: 1 Multiply reheat time by 11/2.
Microwave 7 rms Arcing is the microwme term for sparks in the oxen. Arcing is caused Ix}: _ iI • the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the microwa_ e walls.
Care and Cleaning An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside tiesh. NOTE." Be certain the power is off before cleaning any part of this oven. Wafts, Floor,Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel, others may require a damp cloth.
% Care and Cleaning We recommend against using cleaners with ammonia or alcohol, as they can damage the appearance of the microwave oven. If you choose to use a common household cleaner, first apply the cleaner directly to a clean cloth, then wipe the soiled area.
Light Bulb Replacement _ii ¸¸ ! i¸,_' _,, ,_,_; _,_; _,_' _' _ ! _ _'! _ _,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,, _,,"' _,,i_i_ Replace the bnrned-o.
% 7"fie Exhaust Feature Charcoal Filter mn some models) Reusable Grease Filter Ion all modeIM The _ent fan has a metal reusable grease filter. Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter. The reusable grease filter traps grease released by toods on the cooktop.
If the model is not vented to the outside, the air will be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that helps remove smoke and odors. The charcoal filter should be replaced when it is noticeably dirty or discolored (usually alter (3-12 months, depending on hood usage).
Before You Call For Service Problem Possible Cause Oven will not start A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Power surge. Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet. Floor of the oven is warm, even when the oven has not been used The cooktop light is located below the oven floor.
• Steam or vapor escaping flom around the door. • Light reflection around door or ou[eI" case. • Dimming oven light and change in the hlower sound at power levels other than high. • Dull thumping sound while oven is operating. • TV-radio intertbrence might he noticed while using the microwave.
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