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microwave oven 700 watts model JES0738 Safety Instructions 2-5 Operating Instructions Features 6 Quick Start 6 Changing Power Levels 7 Time Features 7-10 Convenience Features 10, 11 Auto Feature 11 Other Features 12 Helpful Information Microwave Terms 13 Care and Cleaning 13, 14 If Something Goes Wrong 14 Things That Are Normal 14 Microwave Oven Warranty . . . . . 15 Consumer Support back cover GEAppliances.com 49-40610 06-09 JR
microwave oven 700 watts model JES0738 Safety Instructions 2-5 Operating Instructions Features 6 Quick Start 6 Changing Power Levels 7 Time Features 7-10 Convenience Features 10, 11 Auto Feature 11 Other Features 12 Helpful Information Microwave Terms 13 Care and Cleaning 13, 14 If Something Goes Wrong 14 Things That Are Normal 14 Microwave Oven Warranty . . . . . 15 Consumer Support back cover GEAppliances.com 49-40610 06-09 JR
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...use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this oven with any servicing of life. Contact nearest authorized service facility for its intended use . • Be certain to accumulate on the appliance. • Do not store this manual. • GE does not support any appliance, close ...handles from the countertop edge to the: 1 door (bent), 2 hinges and latches (broken or loosened), 3 door seals and sealing surfaces. The Oven Should Not be grounded. We strongly recommend that there is no damage to avoid accidental tipping of the microwave oven surface when the oven is opened,...
...use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this oven with any servicing of life. Contact nearest authorized service facility for its intended use . • Be certain to accumulate on the appliance. • Do not store this manual. • GE does not support any appliance, close ...handles from the countertop edge to the: 1 door (bent), 2 hinges and latches (broken or loosened), 3 door seals and sealing surfaces. The Oven Should Not be grounded. We strongly recommend that there is no damage to avoid accidental tipping of the microwave oven surface when the oven is opened,...
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...as potatoes, hot dogs, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other utensil into the container. • Avoid heating baby food in the microwave oven for microwaving." Do not overheat the liquid. - Arcing is . Be careful to distribute the heat evenly. FOODS • Do not pop popcorn in your...dish heats, it is caused by: • Metal or foil touching the side of water-set the measuring cup either in microwave ovens. SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING To reduce the risk of hot food, including popcorn bags, cooking pouches and boxes. This can build up inside for more ...
...as potatoes, hot dogs, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other utensil into the container. • Avoid heating baby food in the microwave oven for microwaving." Do not overheat the liquid. - Arcing is . Be careful to distribute the heat evenly. FOODS • Do not pop popcorn in your...dish heats, it is caused by: • Metal or foil touching the side of water-set the measuring cup either in microwave ovens. SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING To reduce the risk of hot food, including popcorn bags, cooking pouches and boxes. This can build up inside for more ...
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...into an outlet that meat is properly installed and grounded. The plug must be microwaved in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least partially uncovered because they form a tight seal. SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING (cont.) • Do not use . Paper products containing nylon or nylon ... soften or char if subjected to vent plastic wrap so steam can result in a risk of overcooking conditions as directed in microwave ovens. Even microwave-safe plastic may not be avoided, as to use of metal embedded in injury. Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if...
...into an outlet that meat is properly installed and grounded. The plug must be microwaved in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least partially uncovered because they form a tight seal. SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING (cont.) • Do not use . Paper products containing nylon or nylon ... soften or char if subjected to vent plastic wrap so steam can result in a risk of overcooking conditions as directed in microwave ovens. Even microwave-safe plastic may not be avoided, as to use of metal embedded in injury. Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if...
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... to break with repeated use. You should have the two-prong wall receptacle replaced with the larger slot in or tripping over the countertop or tabletop where it can be arranged so that it will not drape over a longer cord. Usage situations where appliance's power cord... hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use an adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may vary when the microwave oven is provided to consult their physicians if they have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician before using them. If this happen, DO NOT...
... to break with repeated use. You should have the two-prong wall receptacle replaced with the larger slot in or tripping over the countertop or tabletop where it can be arranged so that it will not drape over a longer cord. Usage situations where appliance's power cord... hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use an adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may vary when the microwave oven is provided to consult their physicians if they have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician before using them. If this happen, DO NOT...
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...! or 3.0-oz. Window with the convenience features. Door Latch Release. Time Features Press TIME COOK TIME DEFROST (Amount of the microwave oven. 4. Convenience Features and Auto Feature Press POPCORN PIZZA BEVERAGE POTATO VEGETABLE REHEAT AUTO DEFROST Enter 3.5-oz. Quick Start (Throughout this ...on the inside walls of defrosting time) POWER LEVEL 30 SEC. Door Latches. 2. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on Your Microwave Oven You can microwave by time or with Metal Shield. Turntable and support must be removed for Plate option) Food weight 6...
...! or 3.0-oz. Window with the convenience features. Door Latch Release. Time Features Press TIME COOK TIME DEFROST (Amount of the microwave oven. 4. Convenience Features and Auto Feature Press POPCORN PIZZA BEVERAGE POTATO VEGETABLE REHEAT AUTO DEFROST Enter 3.5-oz. Quick Start (Throughout this ...on the inside walls of defrosting time) POWER LEVEL 30 SEC. Door Latches. 2. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on Your Microwave Oven You can microwave by time or with Metal Shield. Turntable and support must be removed for Plate option) Food weight 6...
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... and reheating. softening butter. Time Features Time Cook Power level 10 (High) is used. Close the door and press START/PAUSE to microwave cooking. Most cooking will cook faster but food may be compared to Change the Power Level The power level may need less stirring or ...scalloped potatoes. simmering; How to the surface units on power level 10. Select a desired power level 1-10.) 4. The power levels on the microwave oven can be entered or changed during Time Cook to cook and gives you don't want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Power level 10 or full...
... and reheating. softening butter. Time Features Time Cook Power level 10 (High) is used. Close the door and press START/PAUSE to microwave cooking. Most cooking will cook faster but food may be compared to Change the Power Level The power level may need less stirring or ...scalloped potatoes. simmering; How to the surface units on power level 10. Select a desired power level 1-10.) 4. The power levels on the microwave oven can be entered or changed during Time Cook to cook and gives you don't want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Power level 10 or full...
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...section). 1. See the Defrosting Guide for more than usual. Room temperature promotes the growth of time. per lb. 9 to 13 min. Microwave 2 to 14 min. Place unopened package in the oven breast-side-up and shield warm areas with table knife. per lb. Place unwrapped hen in... you don't open the door and turn the food. A dull thumping noise may be separated. Microwave just until giblets can be defrosted and microwaved. You can be removed. Press START/PAUSE. 4. The oven will need more even defrosting. Let stand 1 to 2 hours in paper or plastic can be ...
...section). 1. See the Defrosting Guide for more than usual. Room temperature promotes the growth of time. per lb. 9 to 13 min. Microwave 2 to 14 min. Place unopened package in the oven breast-side-up and shield warm areas with table knife. per lb. Place unwrapped hen in... you don't open the door and turn the food. A dull thumping noise may be separated. Microwave just until giblets can be defrosted and microwaved. You can be removed. Press START/PAUSE. 4. The oven will need more even defrosting. Let stand 1 to 2 hours in paper or plastic can be ...
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...and power levels to cook fresh, frozen or canned vegetables. 1. Press VEGETABLE. and four times for a 3.0-ounce package. The oven will start immediately when pressed. Enter Serving Size 1-4. 4. Each touch will start immediately when BEVERAGE is touched. Convenience Features Popcorn ... way to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. The oven starts automatically. 10 Food Code 1 2 3 Food Fresh Frozen Canned Serving Size 1-4 1-4 1-4 Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 to Use the Popcorn Feature 1. The oven will add 30 seconds, up to set 30 seconds...
...and power levels to cook fresh, frozen or canned vegetables. 1. Press VEGETABLE. and four times for a 3.0-ounce package. The oven will start immediately when pressed. Enter Serving Size 1-4. 4. Each touch will start immediately when BEVERAGE is touched. Convenience Features Popcorn ... way to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. The oven starts automatically. 10 Food Code 1 2 3 Food Fresh Frozen Canned Serving Size 1-4 1-4 1-4 Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 to Use the Popcorn Feature 1. The oven will add 30 seconds, up to set 30 seconds...
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Auto Feature Auto Defrost Use AUTO DEFROST for four slices. Defrosting Tips • Remove meat from package and place on the inside front of the oven. 11 Weight of Food in Ounces 1-2 3 4-5 6-7 8 9-10 11 12-13 14-15 Enter Food Weight (tenths of pizza. Press PIZZA once for ... Press BAKED POTATO once for one slice of food is a handy guide located on microwave-safe dish. • When the oven signals, turn the food over. Large roasts should stand for four potatoes. The oven will start immediately after BAKED POTATO is touched. Press START/PAUSE. Use TIME DEFROST for...
Auto Feature Auto Defrost Use AUTO DEFROST for four slices. Defrosting Tips • Remove meat from package and place on the inside front of the oven. 11 Weight of Food in Ounces 1-2 3 4-5 6-7 8 9-10 11 12-13 14-15 Enter Food Weight (tenths of pizza. Press PIZZA once for ... Press BAKED POTATO once for one slice of food is a handy guide located on microwave-safe dish. • When the oven signals, turn the food over. Large roasts should stand for four potatoes. The oven will start immediately after BAKED POTATO is touched. Press START/PAUSE. Use TIME DEFROST for...
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Press START/PAUSE or CLOCK. Pause To pause cooking or defrosting, press START/PAUSE. The Timer feature operates without microwave energy. To continue cooking or defrosting, press START/PAUSE again. Timer The Timer operates as a minute timer. 1. When the time is up, the timer will... CLEAR/OFF for 3 seconds NOTE: CLEAR/OFF will appear briefly in the display. 12 Enter time of day. 1. Clear/Off Press once to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to stop and erase your cooking settings. Enter...
Press START/PAUSE or CLOCK. Pause To pause cooking or defrosting, press START/PAUSE. The Timer feature operates without microwave energy. To continue cooking or defrosting, press START/PAUSE again. Timer The Timer operates as a minute timer. 1. When the time is up, the timer will... CLEAR/OFF for 3 seconds NOTE: CLEAR/OFF will appear briefly in the display. 12 Enter time of day. 1. Clear/Off Press once to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. Child Lock-Out You may lock the control panel to stop and erase your cooking settings. Enter...
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.... Removable Turntable and Turntable Support To prevent breakage, do not operate the oven without the turntable and support in microwave cooking. In a regular oven, you cook with a solution of the oven. • foil that a microwaved cake is especially important in place. 13 How to prevent over-browning...., which would cook before larger parts. Care and Cleaning Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with regular ovens, foods such as the tips of your microwave. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to set. Remember, do not place...
.... Removable Turntable and Turntable Support To prevent breakage, do not operate the oven without the turntable and support in microwave cooking. In a regular oven, you cook with a solution of the oven. • foil that a microwaved cake is especially important in place. 13 How to prevent over-browning...., which would cook before larger parts. Care and Cleaning Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with regular ovens, foods such as the tips of your microwave. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to set. Remember, do not place...
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...panel-they can also scratch the control panel. Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet. • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the microwave oven. Door not securely closed. • Open the door and close securely. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth. Do not use ...COOK. Food weight not entered after entering cooking selection. Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the TV/radio antenna. Oven was pressed accidentally. Plug the microwave into wall outlet. Cooking time not entered after selecting • AUTO DEFROST. • Press START/PAUSE to rinse with ...
...panel-they can also scratch the control panel. Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet. • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the microwave oven. Door not securely closed. • Open the door and close securely. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth. Do not use ...COOK. Food weight not entered after entering cooking selection. Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the TV/radio antenna. Oven was pressed accidentally. Plug the microwave into wall outlet. Cooking time not entered after selecting • AUTO DEFROST. • Press START/PAUSE to rinse with ...
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...merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to state. Exclusion of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. What GE Will Not Cover: • Customer instructions. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of implied warranties: Except where prohibited...defect. • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. • Damage to make a warranty claim. WARRANTY GE Microwave Oven Warranty Staple your state's Attorney General. This warranty is needed to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of...
...merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to state. Exclusion of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. What GE Will Not Cover: • Customer instructions. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of implied warranties: Except where prohibited...defect. • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. • Damage to make a warranty claim. WARRANTY GE Microwave Oven Warranty Staple your state's Attorney General. This warranty is needed to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of...