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Microwave Oven GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-8 Operating Instructions Oven Features 9 Controls 10 Time Features 11 Defrost Features 12-14 Convenience Features 15, 16 Microwave Terms 16 Power Levels 17 Other Features 18-20 Replacing the Light Bulb 23 Exhaust Features 23 Care and Cleaning 24, 25 Troubleshooting Tips Before you call for service . . . . . .25, 26 Consumer Support Optional Kits 8 Warranty 27 Consumer Support 28 Owner's Manual AVM4160 JNM3161 JVM3160 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them...
Microwave Oven GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-8 Operating Instructions Oven Features 9 Controls 10 Time Features 11 Defrost Features 12-14 Convenience Features 15, 16 Microwave Terms 16 Power Levels 17 Other Features 18-20 Replacing the Light Bulb 23 Exhaust Features 23 Care and Cleaning 24, 25 Troubleshooting Tips Before you call for service . . . . . .25, 26 Consumer Support Optional Kits 8 Warranty 27 Consumer Support 28 Owner's Manual AVM4160 JNM3161 JVM3160 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them...
Use and Care Manual
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... dropped. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. To reduce the risk of electric shock. 2 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be replaced by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. Read all instructions before using a power cord available from General Electric. Install or locate this oven with the door open since opendoor operation can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving risk of burns, electric shock, fire...
... dropped. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. To reduce the risk of electric shock. 2 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be replaced by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. Read all instructions before using a power cord available from General Electric. Install or locate this oven with the door open since opendoor operation can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving risk of burns, electric shock, fire...
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..., turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by microwave. Do not use in the microwave oven. Do not store any openings on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation. Do not mount...
..., turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by microwave. Do not use in the microwave oven. Do not store any openings on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation. Do not mount...
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... wrap, remove covering carefully and direct steam away from the heated food. Some cookware is microwave- RIZDWHU³VHWWKHPHDVXULQJFXSHLWKHULQRU next to touch. Be careful touching the floor, turntable and walls during or immediately after cooking. If you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled with 1 cup How to test for microwaving." If you use in a microwave/convection oven because they...
... wrap, remove covering carefully and direct steam away from the heated food. Some cookware is microwave- RIZDWHU³VHWWKHPHDVXULQJFXSHLWKHULQRU next to touch. Be careful touching the floor, turntable and walls during or immediately after cooking. If you are testing and a glass measuring cup filled with 1 cup How to test for microwaving." If you use in a microwave/convection oven because they...
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... event of -cabinet installation. Do not allow grease to order by covering the pan completely with pacemakers may wish to the outside. However, patients with a lid, a cookie sheet or a flat tray. Use care when cleaning the vent fan filters. OPTIONAL KITS Available at high heat settings. Each kit contains two 3" wide filler panels. Charcoal Filter Kits -;/³5HFLUFXODWLQJ&KDUFRDO)LOWHU.LW Filter kits are shielded from interference from your microwave oven unattended at...
... event of -cabinet installation. Do not allow grease to order by covering the pan completely with pacemakers may wish to the outside. However, patients with a lid, a cookie sheet or a flat tray. Use care when cleaning the vent fan filters. OPTIONAL KITS Available at high heat settings. Each kit contains two 3" wide filler panels. Charcoal Filter Kits -;/³5HFLUFXODWLQJ&KDUFRDO)LOWHU.LW Filter kits are shielded from interference from your microwave oven unattended at...
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... not use a commercial oven cleaner on oven walls. Turntable 7 8 9 Surface Light Power Level 0 Set Clock Vent Cancel Off Start Pause Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a damp cloth. Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse with a paper towel; The turntable and support can be broken if dropped. How to Clean the Inside Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Convenience Cooking Popcorn Beverage Potato Reheat Defrost Weight/Time Cook Time Express Cook 12 3 45 6 Timer On...
... not use a commercial oven cleaner on oven walls. Turntable 7 8 9 Surface Light Power Level 0 Set Clock Vent Cancel Off Start Pause Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a damp cloth. Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse with a paper towel; The turntable and support can be broken if dropped. How to Clean the Inside Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Convenience Cooking Popcorn Beverage Potato Reheat Defrost Weight/Time Cook Time Express Cook 12 3 45 6 Timer On...
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... from foods on the cooktop. NOTE: Charcoal filter is used. Unscrew the light bulb out and replace with 120 volt, 40 watt (max) incandescent bulbs. Replace the grill and 2 screws. Charcoal filter (on all models). Connect electrical power to original position and replace charcoal filter. 7. Models that hold it stops. 3 Be sure the bulb is cool before removing. Replacing the light bulb. Convenience Cooking Popcorn Potato Beverage Time Cook Reheat Defrost Time/Weight Express Cook 12 3 Timer On/Off Clock 4 5 6 Turntable 7 8 9 Surface Light Power Level 0 Add...
... from foods on the cooktop. NOTE: Charcoal filter is used. Unscrew the light bulb out and replace with 120 volt, 40 watt (max) incandescent bulbs. Replace the grill and 2 screws. Charcoal filter (on all models). Connect electrical power to original position and replace charcoal filter. 7. Models that hold it stops. 3 Be sure the bulb is cool before removing. Replacing the light bulb. Convenience Cooking Popcorn Potato Beverage Time Cook Reheat Defrost Time/Weight Express Cook 12 3 Timer On/Off Clock 4 5 6 Turntable 7 8 9 Surface Light Power Level 0 Add...
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... and detergent. The charcoal filter should be used to the outside, the air will darken the metal. Convenience Cooking Popcorn Beverage Potato Reheat Defrost Weight/Time Cook Time Express Cook 12 3 45 6 Timer On/Off Add 30 Sec. To clean the vent filters, soak them to the rear using the tabs. Rinse, shake and let dry before replacing. Charcoal Filter The charcoal filter cannot be replaced. You may need to open the cabinet doors to remove the grille. Press back...
... and detergent. The charcoal filter should be used to the outside, the air will darken the metal. Convenience Cooking Popcorn Beverage Potato Reheat Defrost Weight/Time Cook Time Express Cook 12 3 45 6 Timer On/Off Add 30 Sec. To clean the vent filters, soak them to the rear using the tabs. Rinse, shake and let dry before replacing. Charcoal Filter The charcoal filter cannot be replaced. You may need to open the cabinet doors to remove the grille. Press back...
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... To Do Oven will not start A fuse in . Before you may not need to call for service. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on , the heat it produces may be changed. Door not securely closed. 2SHQWKHGRRUDQGFORVHVHFXUHO\ Control panel lighted, yet oven will not start Door not securely closed. Another selection entered already in oven and CANCEL/ OFF button not pressed...
... To Do Oven will not start A fuse in . Before you may not need to call for service. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on , the heat it produces may be changed. Door not securely closed. 2SHQWKHGRRUDQGFORVHVHFXUHO\ Control panel lighted, yet oven will not start Door not securely closed. Another selection entered already in oven and CANCEL/ OFF button not pressed...
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... of: GE Will Replace One Year )URPWKHGDWHRIWKH original purchase Any part of the original purchase date is abused, misused (for example, cavity arcing from wire rack or metal/foil), or used commercially. Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. Replacement of the cooktop light bulbs. Damage to a General Electric Customer Care® servicer and pick it is needed to a defect...
... of: GE Will Replace One Year )URPWKHGDWHRIWKH original purchase Any part of the original purchase date is abused, misused (for example, cavity arcing from wire rack or metal/foil), or used commercially. Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. Replacement of the cooktop light bulbs. Damage to a General Electric Customer Care® servicer and pick it is needed to a defect...
Installation Instructions
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Installation Instructions CONTENTS General information Important Safety Instructions 3 Electrical Requirements 3 Tools You Will Need 4 Hood Exhaust 5,6 'DPDJH²6KLSPHQW,QVWDOODWLRQ 7 Parts Included 7 0RXQWLQJ6SDFH 8 C Outside Back Exhaust 20-23 Installation Overview 20 Preparing Rear Wall for Outside Back Exhaust 20 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall .......... 20, 21 Preparation of Top Cabinet 21 Adapting Blower for Outside Back Exhaust 21, 22 Mount the Microwave Oven 22, 23 %HIRUH
Installation Instructions CONTENTS General information Important Safety Instructions 3 Electrical Requirements 3 Tools You Will Need 4 Hood Exhaust 5,6 'DPDJH²6KLSPHQW,QVWDOODWLRQ 7 Parts Included 7 0RXQWLQJ6SDFH 8 C Outside Back Exhaust 20-23 Installation Overview 20 Preparing Rear Wall for Outside Back Exhaust 20 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall .......... 20, 21 Preparation of Top Cabinet 21 Adapting Blower for Outside Back Exhaust 21, 22 Mount the Microwave Oven 22, 23 %HIRUH
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... range with a combined BTU greater than 30s, a Filler Panel Kit may be 30s or more 30s from the cooking min. Your Owner's Manual contains the kit number for your model. This microwave oven is for installation over ranges up to 36s wide. If you are going to vent your microwave oven to the outside, see Hood Exhaust Section for exhaust duct preparation. When installing the microwave oven beneath smooth, flat cabinets, be careful to...
... range with a combined BTU greater than 30s, a Filler Panel Kit may be 30s or more 30s from the cooking min. Your Owner's Manual contains the kit number for your model. This microwave oven is for installation over ranges up to 36s wide. If you are going to vent your microwave oven to the outside, see Hood Exhaust Section for exhaust duct preparation. When installing the microwave oven beneath smooth, flat cabinets, be careful to...
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... wall. 5 Set the microwave oven upright. IMPORTANT: The microwave must be resting in the foam. Installation Instructions 1 PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A REMOVING THE MICROWAVE 29(1)5207+(&$5721 REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Open the box and fold back all four carton flaps fully against the carton sides. The microwave oven should be used as the rear wall template and for mounting the microwave oven to at least one of the following items from inside the microwave oven door. Remove...
... wall. 5 Set the microwave oven upright. IMPORTANT: The microwave must be resting in the foam. Installation Instructions 1 PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A REMOVING THE MICROWAVE 29(1)5207+(&$5721 REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Open the box and fold back all four carton flaps fully against the carton sides. The microwave oven should be used as the rear wall template and for mounting the microwave oven to at least one of the following items from inside the microwave oven door. Remove...
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... microwave oven A5. Mounting Plate Spacing for the power cord to fit through the holes designated to mount the plate. Install Charcoal Filter (Supplied with AVM4160 and JVM3160 models) A4. NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. Installation Instructions A RECIRCULATING 1RQ9HQWHG'XFWOHVV INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. Attach Mounting Plate to the wall using toggle bolts. Turntable Surface Light Set Vent Power 0 Clock Level Cancel Off Start Pause A1 ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE...
... microwave oven A5. Mounting Plate Spacing for the power cord to fit through the holes designated to mount the plate. Install Charcoal Filter (Supplied with AVM4160 and JVM3160 models) A4. NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. Installation Instructions A RECIRCULATING 1RQ9HQWHG'XFWOHVV INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. Attach Mounting Plate to the wall using toggle bolts. Turntable Surface Light Set Vent Power 0 Clock Level Cancel Off Start Pause A1 ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE...
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... top cabinet. Power Cord Convenience Cooking Popcorn Beverage Potato Reheat Defrost Weight/Time Cook Time Express Cook 12 45 Timer On/Off 3 Add 30 Sec. 6 Turntable 78 Power Level 0 9 Surface Light Set Clock Vent Cancel Off Start Pause 6 Replace the 2 top screws. 7 Close the door. 2 Rotate front of microwave oven up and into the slots in Microwave for Filter on both sides of the inside of mounting plate. If two screws are not used, case damage may occur from overtightening screws. Grille A4 MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN...
... top cabinet. Power Cord Convenience Cooking Popcorn Beverage Potato Reheat Defrost Weight/Time Cook Time Express Cook 12 45 Timer On/Off 3 Add 30 Sec. 6 Turntable 78 Power Level 0 9 Surface Light Set Clock Vent Cancel Off Start Pause 6 Replace the 2 top screws. 7 Close the door. 2 Rotate front of microwave oven up and into the slots in Microwave for Filter on both sides of the inside of mounting plate. If two screws are not used, case damage may occur from overtightening screws. Grille A4 MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN...
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...6 Turntable 78 Power Level 0 9 Surface Light Set Clock Vent Cancel Off Start Pause 3 Replace the filter using instructions from section A3. 4 Reinstall unit following instructions from the four lower tabs of the mounting plate. Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to ensure proper installation Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top Self-Aligning Screws PRoephceCoaortnnvenBWiDeeeivengefhcrtr/oeaTsigmCteeookinPCTogiotmaoetko Timer On/Off Express Cook 12 3 45 6 78 9 Set 30AdSedc. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave oven. Turntable SuLirgfahcte...
...6 Turntable 78 Power Level 0 9 Surface Light Set Clock Vent Cancel Off Start Pause 3 Replace the filter using instructions from section A3. 4 Reinstall unit following instructions from the four lower tabs of the mounting plate. Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to ensure proper installation Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top Self-Aligning Screws PRoephceCoaortnnvenBWiDeeeivengefhcrtr/oeaTsigmCteeookinPCTogiotmaoetko Timer On/Off Express Cook 12 3 45 6 78 9 Set 30AdSedc. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave oven. Turntable SuLirgfahcte...
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... cabinet. Install Exhaust Adaptor B5. Connect Ductwork Convenience Cooking Popcorn Beverage Potato Reheat Defrost Weight/Time Cook Time Express Cook 12 3 45 6 78 9 Power Level 0 Set Clock Timer On/Off Add 30 Sec. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to the wall using toggle bolts. Mount Microwave Oven B6. Wall Mounting Plate Bolt End 3 Insert the toggle wings into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to 3ø4s onto each bolt. Turntable...
... cabinet. Install Exhaust Adaptor B5. Connect Ductwork Convenience Cooking Popcorn Beverage Potato Reheat Defrost Weight/Time Cook Time Express Cook 12 3 45 6 78 9 Power Level 0 Set Clock Timer On/Off Add 30 Sec. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to the wall using toggle bolts. Mount Microwave Oven B6. Wall Mounting Plate Bolt End 3 Insert the toggle wings into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to 3ø4s onto each bolt. Turntable...
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... microwave oven is installed. 5 Position the blower plate with damper back on the blower plate. NOTE: When mounting the microwave, thread power cord through hole in its upright position, with the screws that were removed. Keep it with the top of the unit facing up against cabinet bottom. 18 Power Cord Convenience Cooking Popcorn Beverage Potato Reheat Defrost Weight/Time Cook Time Express Cook 12 45 Timer On/Off 3 Add 30 Sec. 6 Turntable 78 Power Level 0 9 Surface Light Set Clock Vent...
... microwave oven is installed. 5 Position the blower plate with damper back on the blower plate. NOTE: When mounting the microwave, thread power cord through hole in its upright position, with the screws that were removed. Keep it with the top of the unit facing up against cabinet bottom. 18 Power Cord Convenience Cooking Popcorn Beverage Potato Reheat Defrost Weight/Time Cook Time Express Cook 12 45 Timer On/Off 3 Add 30 Sec. 6 Turntable 78 Power Level 0 9 Surface Light Set Clock Vent...
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Installation Instructions B5 MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN FRQW 3 Insert a self-aligning screw through outer top cabinet holes. Damper Back of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 5 Install grease filters. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave oven. A6 CONNECTING DUCTWORK House Duct Convenience Cooking Popcorn Beverage Potato Reheat Defrost Weight/Time Cook Time Express Cook 12 3 45 6 78 9 Power Level 0 Set Clock Timer On/Off Add 30 Sec. A5 ADJUST THE EXHAUST ADAPTOR Open the...
Installation Instructions B5 MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN FRQW 3 Insert a self-aligning screw through outer top cabinet holes. Damper Back of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 5 Install grease filters. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave oven. A6 CONNECTING DUCTWORK House Duct Convenience Cooking Popcorn Beverage Potato Reheat Defrost Weight/Time Cook Time Express Cook 12 3 45 6 78 9 Power Level 0 Set Clock Timer On/Off Add 30 Sec. A5 ADJUST THE EXHAUST ADAPTOR Open the...
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...PLFURZDYH IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use handle during installation. Do not pinch cord or lift microwave oven by replacing the two screws that the fan motor wiring does not contact the microwave power cord bracket. 7 Replace screw on the back of mounting plate. Installation Instructions C4 ADAPTING BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUSTcont. 6 Gently place the fan back into guides on microwave oven rear. NOTE: When mounting the microwave, thread power cord through the openings in the middle hole and one on...
...PLFURZDYH IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use handle during installation. Do not pinch cord or lift microwave oven by replacing the two screws that the fan motor wiring does not contact the microwave power cord bracket. 7 Replace screw on the back of mounting plate. Installation Instructions C4 ADAPTING BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUSTcont. 6 Gently place the fan back into guides on microwave oven rear. NOTE: When mounting the microwave, thread power cord through the openings in the middle hole and one on...