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700 Watts Models: JES638 JES738 Microwave Oven Owner's Manual Important Safety Information 2 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Special Notes About Microwaving 6 Operating Instructions 11 Features of Your Microwave 11 The Controls on Your Microwave 12 Time Cooking 15 Automatic Cooking 18 Other Features 22 Helpful Information 25 Microwave Terms 25 Care and Cleaning 26 If Something Goes Wrong 28 Troubleshooting Tips 28 GE Service Numbers 31 Warranty Back Cover GE Appliances
700 Watts Models: JES638 JES738 Microwave Oven Owner's Manual Important Safety Information 2 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Special Notes About Microwaving 6 Operating Instructions 11 Features of Your Microwave 11 The Controls on Your Microwave 12 Time Cooking 15 Automatic Cooking 18 Other Features 22 Helpful Information 25 Microwave Terms 25 Care and Cleaning 26 If Something Goes Wrong 28 Troubleshooting Tips 28 GE Service Numbers 31 Warranty Back Cover GE Appliances
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... USING FOR YOUR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY For your safety the information in harmful exposure to the: 1 door (bent), 2 hinges and latches (broken or loosened), 3 door seals and sealing surfaces. The Oven Should Not be followed to minimize the risk of fire or ...explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Do Not Operate the oven if it is no damage to microwave energy. Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to defeat or tamper with the ...
... USING FOR YOUR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY For your safety the information in harmful exposure to the: 1 door (bent), 2 hinges and latches (broken or loosened), 3 door seals and sealing surfaces. The Oven Should Not be followed to minimize the risk of fire or ...explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Do Not Operate the oven if it is no damage to microwave energy. Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to defeat or tamper with the ...
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... Start Here!...Before using your microwave properly. They are on a label inside back cover of purchase Need Help? Model number Serial number Date of this manual. Read this manual. You will need it to the inside the oven. If you received a damaged oven...immediately contact the dealer (or... your receipt to make a warranty claim. Check the section titled "If Something Goes Wrong." It contains instructions to help you the oven. This section helps you solve common problems that sold you use and maintain your Microwave Write down the model and serial numbers here.
... Start Here!...Before using your microwave properly. They are on a label inside back cover of purchase Need Help? Model number Serial number Date of this manual. Read this manual. You will need it to the inside the oven. If you received a damaged oven...immediately contact the dealer (or... your receipt to make a warranty claim. Check the section titled "If Something Goes Wrong." It contains instructions to help you the oven. This section helps you solve common problems that sold you use and maintain your Microwave Write down the model and serial numbers here.
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...front surface of the door three inches or more back from the countertop edge to heat, dry or cook food, and is not intended for marine use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed to avoid accidental tipping of a heating or cooking ...appliance. • Do not store anything directly on page 2. • This appliance must be followed, including the following: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is not approved or tested for laboratory or industrial use as described in this guide. Do not use . • Read and follow the ...
...front surface of the door three inches or more back from the countertop edge to heat, dry or cook food, and is not intended for marine use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed to avoid accidental tipping of a heating or cooking ...appliance. • Do not store anything directly on page 2. • This appliance must be followed, including the following: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is not approved or tested for laboratory or industrial use as described in this guide. Do not use . • Read and follow the ...
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... edge of table or counter. • To reduce the risk of the microwave. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside oven ignite, keep the oven door closed, turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse ...recommend that you do not attempt to service the microwave yourself. • As with any appliance, close supervision is opened, the fire may spread. • See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and Cleaning section(s) of this guide. • GE does not support any openings on the appliance....
... edge of table or counter. • To reduce the risk of the microwave. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside oven ignite, keep the oven door closed, turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse ...recommend that you do not attempt to service the microwave yourself. • As with any appliance, close supervision is opened, the fire may spread. • See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and Cleaning section(s) of this guide. • GE does not support any openings on the appliance....
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... cooking. FOODS 6 • Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you see arcing, press the STOP/CLEAR pad and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in a microwave oven. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING ARCING If you use popcorn labeled for use of...
... cooking. FOODS 6 • Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you see arcing, press the STOP/CLEAR pad and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in a microwave oven. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING ARCING If you use popcorn labeled for use of...
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To reduce the risk of 180°F. After heating, allow the container to burst, possibly resulting in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. - This can build up. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE... any containers of 160°F and poultry to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness. 7 To prevent possible injury, direct steam away from the microwave oven is opened, pressure can cause the container to stand in injury. • Hot foods and steam can cause burns. They could dehydrate and catch...
To reduce the risk of 180°F. After heating, allow the container to burst, possibly resulting in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. - This can build up. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE... any containers of 160°F and poultry to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness. 7 To prevent possible injury, direct steam away from the microwave oven is opened, pressure can cause the container to stand in injury. • Hot foods and steam can cause burns. They could dehydrate and catch...
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... can escape. • Cookware may be needed to test for a microwavesafe dish. • If you are not sure if a dish is microwave-safe, use this test: Place in the oven both the dish you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it should be used to cover dishes in order to the... ignite. • Some styrofoam trays (like those that meat is packaged on) have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Check the package for proper use. • Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap can be used for...
... can escape. • Cookware may be needed to test for a microwavesafe dish. • If you are not sure if a dish is microwave-safe, use this test: Place in the oven both the dish you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it should be used to cover dishes in order to the... ignite. • Some styrofoam trays (like those that meat is packaged on) have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Check the package for proper use. • Paper towels, waxed paper and plastic wrap can be used for...
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... instructions are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of the oven. • Plastic cookware-Plastic cookware designed for the electric current. When using foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1″ away from the power cord. Even microwavesafe plastic may be grounded...
... instructions are glass or ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of the oven. • Plastic cookware-Plastic cookware designed for the electric current. When using foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1″ away from the power cord. Even microwavesafe plastic may be grounded...
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... into a 3-slot outlet; 3 The extension cord should be arranged so that it will be disconnected infrequently. Cooking times may vary when the microwave oven is grounded through the house wiring. If this happen, DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established. Do not ...use of the extension cord should be at most local hardware stores. Usage situations where appliance's power cord will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall receptacle to reduce the risks resulting from the adapter, ...
... into a 3-slot outlet; 3 The extension cord should be arranged so that it will be disconnected infrequently. Cooking times may vary when the microwave oven is grounded through the house wiring. If this happen, DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established. Do not ...use of the extension cord should be at most local hardware stores. Usage situations where appliance's power cord will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall receptacle to reduce the risks resulting from the adapter, ...
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... are located on the inside walls of Your Microwave (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may be in the oven. 3 Touch Control Panel Display. 4 Door Latch Release. The turntable may vary from your model.) Features 12 6 3 700 Watts 1 Door Latches. 2 Window with Metal Shield. Turntable ...and support must be removed for cleaning. 6 Convenience Guide. Screen allows cooking to open door. 5 4 5 Removable Turntable. Press latch release to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the oven. Operating Instructions Features of the...
... are located on the inside walls of Your Microwave (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may be in the oven. 3 Touch Control Panel Display. 4 Door Latch Release. The turntable may vary from your model.) Features 12 6 3 700 Watts 1 Door Latches. 2 Window with Metal Shield. Turntable ...and support must be removed for cleaning. 6 Convenience Guide. Screen allows cooking to open door. 5 4 5 Removable Turntable. Press latch release to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the oven. Operating Instructions Features of the...
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Power level 1-9 (automatically set at Hi). 12 Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. POWER LEVEL Enter Amount of cooking time. Starts automatically! TIME COOK 30 SEC POWER LEVEL 1 Time Features Press TIME COOK (Press once, twice or three times) 30 SEC.
Power level 1-9 (automatically set at Hi). 12 Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. POWER LEVEL Enter Amount of cooking time. Starts automatically! TIME COOK 30 SEC POWER LEVEL 1 Time Features Press TIME COOK (Press once, twice or three times) 30 SEC.
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package 1-3 slices 1 cup (8 oz.) or 2 cups (16 oz.) beverage 1-4 servings 1-4 cups Food type, serving size Food type, food weight 13 or 1.75 oz. GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you begin, check the guide located on the inside front of the oven when you open the door. GUIDES IN BOOK • Cooking POPCORN PIZZA BEVERAGE POTATO VEGETABLE * * * AUTO DEFROST REHEAT 2 Convenience Features Press POPCORN PIZZA BEVERAGE POTATO VEGETABLE REHEAT AUTO DEFROST Enter 3.5 oz., 3.0 oz.
package 1-3 slices 1 cup (8 oz.) or 2 cups (16 oz.) beverage 1-4 servings 1-4 cups Food type, serving size Food type, food weight 13 or 1.75 oz. GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you begin, check the guide located on the inside front of the oven when you open the door. GUIDES IN BOOK • Cooking POPCORN PIZZA BEVERAGE POTATO VEGETABLE * * * AUTO DEFROST REHEAT 2 Convenience Features Press POPCORN PIZZA BEVERAGE POTATO VEGETABLE REHEAT AUTO DEFROST Enter 3.5 oz., 3.0 oz.
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... cooking time. 3 Press POWER LEVEL. 4 Select desired power level 1-9. 5 Press START. 14 Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking. softening butter. Low 2 or 3 Defrosting without overcooking; The power levels on the microwave oven can be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for various power levels: Power Level Best Uses...
... cooking time. 3 Press POWER LEVEL. 4 Select desired power level 1-9. 5 Press START. 14 Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking. softening butter. Low 2 or 3 Defrosting without overcooking; The power levels on the microwave oven can be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for various power levels: Power Level Best Uses...
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... resume cooking. Select a desired power level 1-9.) 4 Press START. Here's how to set , but you may open the door during cooking. Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for instructions on how to three different cooking stages. Select a power level 1-9.) 7 Press START, or, to do it: 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter the first cook...
... resume cooking. Select a desired power level 1-9.) 4 Press START. Here's how to set , but you may open the door during cooking. Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for instructions on how to three different cooking stages. Select a power level 1-9.) 7 Press START, or, to do it: 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter the first cook...
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...two ways: • It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is for reheating 1-3 slices of pizza. The oven starts automatically. Press PIZZA once for one slice of popcorn, twice for a 3.0 ounce package or three times for three slices. Place the package of... popcorn in the center of the microwave. 2 Press POPCORN once for a 3.5 ounce package of pizza, twice for two slices or three times for a 1.75 ounce package. Convenience Features Popcorn ...
...two ways: • It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is for reheating 1-3 slices of pizza. The oven starts automatically. Press PIZZA once for one slice of popcorn, twice for a 3.0 ounce package or three times for three slices. Place the package of... popcorn in the center of the microwave. 2 Press POPCORN once for a 3.5 ounce package of pizza, twice for two slices or three times for a 1.75 ounce package. Convenience Features Popcorn ...
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...---chops, roasts Pork---chops, hot dogs, ribs, sausages Veal---cutlets Conversion Guide If the weight of food is a handy guide located on microwave-safe dish. • Twice during defrost, the oven signals. Guide Auto Defrost Guide Auto Defrost will defrost 0.1 lbs to 6.0 lbs (0.1 kg to give even defrosting results for 1.2 pounds (1 pound... defrosting. 21 At each signal, turn the food over. Auto Defrost * * * AUTO DEFROST 123 456 789 0 START 1 Press AUTO DEFROST 1-3 times to tenths (.1) of the oven. For example, press pads 1 and 2 for meats and poultry.
...---chops, roasts Pork---chops, hot dogs, ribs, sausages Veal---cutlets Conversion Guide If the weight of food is a handy guide located on microwave-safe dish. • Twice during defrost, the oven signals. Guide Auto Defrost Guide Auto Defrost will defrost 0.1 lbs to 6.0 lbs (0.1 kg to give even defrosting results for 1.2 pounds (1 pound... defrosting. 21 At each signal, turn the food over. Auto Defrost * * * AUTO DEFROST 123 456 789 0 START 1 Press AUTO DEFROST 1-3 times to tenths (.1) of the oven. For example, press pads 1 and 2 for meats and poultry.
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The Timer feature operates without microwave energy. 22 Timer TIMER 123 456 789 0 The Timer operates as a minute timer. 1 Press TIMER. 2 Enter amount of day. 3 Press CLOCK. Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Clock CLOCK 123 456 789 0 Press CLOCK to enter the time of day. 1 Press CLOCK. 2 Enter time of time you want to count down. 3 Press START. When the time is up, the timer will signal.
The Timer feature operates without microwave energy. 22 Timer TIMER 123 456 789 0 The Timer operates as a minute timer. 1 Press TIMER. 2 Enter amount of day. 3 Press CLOCK. Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Clock CLOCK 123 456 789 0 Press CLOCK to enter the time of day. 1 Press CLOCK. 2 Enter time of time you want to count down. 3 Press START. When the time is up, the timer will signal.
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To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold 0 for about three seconds. Stop/Clear STOP CLEAR Press once to stop and erase your cooking settings. Press twice to pause cooking (all settings will be saved). Press START to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. When the control panel is locked, LOCK or L appears in the display. 23 Child Lock-Out 0 You may lock the control panel to continue cooking.
To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold 0 for about three seconds. Stop/Clear STOP CLEAR Press once to stop and erase your cooking settings. Press twice to pause cooking (all settings will be saved). Press START to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. When the control panel is locked, LOCK or L appears in the display. 23 Child Lock-Out 0 You may lock the control panel to continue cooking.
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... (upturned edges act like antennas). • metal such as the tips of the oven. • foil that a microwaved cake is especially important in microwave cooking. Helpful Information Microwave Terms Term Arcing Covering Shielding Standing Time Venting Definition Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time...
... (upturned edges act like antennas). • metal such as the tips of the oven. • foil that a microwaved cake is especially important in microwave cooking. Helpful Information Microwave Terms Term Arcing Covering Shielding Standing Time Venting Definition Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time...