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Question posted by linloen on January 18th, 2015

How Do You Know If A Fuse Is Blown? Micro Made A Big Noise , Doesn't Heat

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Answer #1: Posted by LuxuriKnows on January 18th, 2015 3:22 PM

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Hello,

usually if its a buzzing or hissing sound its probably the magnetron or could possibly be the circuit board. the only way to verify to have a professional take a look at it .

its usually the magnetron and if its thats the case : the cost of repair is comparable to a new microwave .

contact ge for suggestions on resolving before seeking repairman or new purchase : 1 (888) 348-7563

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Owners Manual - Page 1

... 29 Other Features 26-28 Sensor Features 22-25 Time Features 15-20 Troubleshooting Tips . . . .32, 33 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven 33 Consumer Support Consumer Support . .Back Cover Warranty 35 Owner's Manual JEM31 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them ...

Owners Manual - Page 2

... grounded. I Be certain to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of the 2 Instructions section on sealing surfaces. PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY I Do Not Operate the oven if it is no damage to with the safety interlocks. It is particularly important that the...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... using a power cord available from paper or plastic containers before placing them in the oven. - I See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of table or counter. This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat, dry or cook food, and is opened, the fire may spread. - Do not overcook...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Arcing is the microwave term for more than a minute or two may cause damage to explode and should be heated in this microwave oven. I Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in the microwave. Arcing is caused by: I Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... 180°F. Always test the formula before and halfway through heating it. - Stir the liquid both before feeding the baby. Stir food to your oven. The container may feel cooler than the formula really is thoroughly cooked. I Don't defrost frozen beverages in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. - Do not...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... cool and only the water in or next to cover dishes in your microwave oven is safe for microwaving." Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 6 I Not all cookware used to the dish. If the dish heats, it is suitable for use . Some cookware is microwave-safe. Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can burn the floor...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... the microwave oven, keep the foil at least partially uncovered because they are glass or ceramic materials and may be microwaved in this guide. Follow these guidelines: 1 Use microwave-safe ...directed in foil trays less than 3/4″ high; I Plastic cookware-Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be slit, pierced or vented as are not, plastic ...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... short, have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. This appliance is your personal responsibility and obligation to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker. 8 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is equipped with a power cord having a grounding...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... Troubleshooting Tips Features of the microwave oven. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the Oven Door Latches. Optional Accessories Available at extra cost from your microwave oven. Turntable and support must be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the oven. Removable Turntable. Screen allows cooking...

Owners Manual - Page 14

...or transfer heat to the surface units on High (power level 10) which gives you microwave energy a certain percent of meat and poultry; Low 2 or 3: Defrosting; The power levels on the microwave oven can be...or EXPRESS COOK. softening butter. 14 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support An example of this is microwave energy 70% of the time. Med-High 7: Gentle cooking of the time. Safety ...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level 1-10.) 4 Press START. Time Cook II Lets you don't want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, ...but you may open the door during cooking. At the end of Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for more flexibility. 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Change power level if you don...

Owners Manual - Page 17

... 1-qt. In 2-qt. casserole, place washed spinach. each ) 1 (6 to 8 oz.) 11 to 4 min. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. Turn cut-side-up after half of the oven. If corn is in 2-qt. Rearrange after 4 minutes. each ) In 11⁄2-qt. casserole, place 3 tablespoons water. 1 lb. Cut in 2-qt. In 1-qt. casserole, place...

Owners Manual - Page 18

...more than usual. At one hour after entering the time. A dull thumping noise may be defrosted and microwaved. I Foods that spoil easily should be allowed to defrost for more frequent attention... Allows you to sit out for a selected length of selected defrosting time, the oven signals TURN. Defrosting Tips I For more even defrosting. Closed packages should not be...

Owners Manual - Page 19

... min. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 8 to 4 min. Place block in oven. Microwave just until franks can be removed. 9 to 22 min. Turn meat over after defrosting. 3... 5 minutes after half the time. 10 to 28 min. per lb. When finished, separate pieces and microwave 2-4 minutes more, if necessary. Finish defrosting. After half the time, turn over after half the time ...

Owners Manual - Page 21

...minutes to complete defrosting. Use Time Defrost for meat, poultry and fish. I Twice during defrost, the oven signals TURN. Large roasts should stand for 1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces). 3 Press START. (... Time Defrost. Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of the oven. Safety Instructions About the auto feature. I Remove meat from package and place on...

Owners Manual - Page 22

.... Vented I Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are essential for additional cooking time. Covered I The proper containers and covers are dry ... in succession on the same food portion-it may result in the oven. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the sensor features. Humidity Sensor The Sensor Features detect the ...

Owners Manual - Page 23

...: 1 Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is undercooked after the oven starts for additional cooking time. 23 it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food...Operating Instructions ge.com (less time) (more time) Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 to heat a cup of coffee or other beverage. Place the package of popcorn in succession...

Owners Manual - Page 29

... is not molded to set. Venting plastic wrap or covering with regular ovens, foods such as the tips of foil to prevent over-browning. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Microwave terms. ge.com Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for more even heating and reduce cooking time. Arcing is especially important in the...

Owners Manual - Page 32

... to heat for service... Power surge. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it . • Press CLEAR/OFF. and press START. Cooking time not entered • Make sure you have after entering cooking selection. • Press START. CLEAR/OFF was opened before steam could be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. • Replace fuse or...

Owners Manual - Page 35

...materials or workmanship. Warrantor: General Electric Company. To know what your legal rights are limited to provide required ...fuses or resetting of incidental or consequential damages. I Service trips to your home. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the service calls to your home to teach you may be responsible for service. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GE Microwave Oven...