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GE JE1140 Owner's Manual

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Safety Instructions
. . . . . . . .2-6
Owner's Manual
Operating Instructions
JE1140
Oven Features . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8
Other Features . . . . . . . . . .16, 17
Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Time Features . . . . . . . . . .10-12
. . . . . . . .19
. . . . . .20
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . .Back Cover
Product Registration . . . . .21, 22
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # __________________
Serial # __________________
You can find them on a label inside
the oven.
164D3370P190
49-40222
08-01 JR

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ..2–6 Owner’s Manual Operating Instructions JE1140 Convenience Features ..13–15 Microwave Terms ...18 Oven Features ... .7, 8 Other Features .

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. Read and follow the specific precautions in the Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy section above.
  • Page 3 Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury. Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst, possibly resulting in injury.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. 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 a metallic sheen can be used.

  • Page 5: Grounding Instructions

    GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING —Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. 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.

  • Page 6: Extension Cords

    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.
  • Page 7 The turntable may be removed for cleaning. Removable Turntable Support. The turntable support must be in place when using the oven. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven.

  • Page 8: Convenience Features

    About the features of your microwave oven. You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press Time Cook Press number pads TIME DEFROST POWER LEVEL EXPRESS COOK...
  • Page 9 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 a range. Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. Power level 70 is microwave energy 70% of the time.
  • Page 10 About the time features. Time Cook Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. HI power level is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility. Change power level if you don’t want full power.
  • Page 11 Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use HI power level unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package Beans (fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half (frozen green) 10-oz. package (frozen lima) 10-oz. package Beets (fresh, whole) 1 bunch...
  • Page 12 About the time features. Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. ( Auto Defrost explained in the About the convenience features section.) Press TIME DEFROST. Enter defrosting time. Press START.
  • Page 13 About the convenience features. Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than Use only with prepackaged 1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. microwave popcorn weighing Place the package of popcorn in the 1.75 to 3.5 ounces.
  • Page 14 About the convenience features. Cook The Cook feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods. Press COOK repeatedly to select food type 1–5. Press START. Cook Guide Food Type 1 Canned Vegetables 2 Soup 3 Potatoes 4 Fresh Vegetables 5 Frozen Vegetables...
  • Page 15 Auto Defrost Use Auto Defrost for meat, poultry and fish weighing up to 2.5 pounds. Use Time Defrost for most other frozen foods. Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish. Press AUTO DEFROST repeatedly to select 1 to 2.5 pounds.

  • Page 16: About The Other Features

    About the other features. Clock Press to enter the time of day. Press CLOCK once to select 12 hour time or twice to select 24 hour time. Enter time of day. Press CLOCK . Pause/Clear In addition to cancelling selections, PAUSE/CLEAR allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display.
  • Page 17 Kitchen Timer 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. How to Use as a Minute Timer The Kitchen Timer operates without microwave energy. Press KITCHEN TIMER.

  • Page 18: Microwave Terms

    Microwave terms. Term Definition 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). metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.

  • Page 19: Care And Cleaning

    Remember, do not operate the oven without the turntable and support in place. 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 with a sudsy cloth.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting Tips

    What To Do • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in. • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet. • Open the door and close securely.
  • Page 21 You can rest easy, knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs. Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at for more information. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S.
  • Page 22 Month * Please provide your e-mail address to receive, via e-mail, discounts, special offers and other important communications from GE Appliances (GEA). Check here if you do not want to receive communications from GEA’s carefully selected partners. General Electric Company Louisville, Kentucky GEAppliances.com...
  • Page 23 Any part of the microwave oven which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. From the date of the During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, parts and service labor original purchase to repair or replace the defective part.

  • Page 24: Consumer Support

    Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation. Contact Us If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for...

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