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ge.com MFL31918501 49-40528-1 10-08 JR Models: JVM1540 JNM1541 HVM1540 Spacemaker Microwave Oven Owner's Manual Important Safety Information 2 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Special Notes About Microwaving 5 Operating ... 24 Oven Shelf 29 Helpful Information 30 Microwave Terms 30 Care and Cleaning 31 If Something Goes Wrong 36 Before You Call For Service 36 GE Service Numbers 38 Warranty Back Cover Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial Find these numbers on a label inside the oven.
ge.com MFL31918501 49-40528-1 10-08 JR Models: JVM1540 JNM1541 HVM1540 Spacemaker Microwave Oven Owner's Manual Important Safety Information 2 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Special Notes About Microwaving 5 Operating ... 24 Oven Shelf 29 Helpful Information 30 Microwave Terms 30 Care and Cleaning 31 If Something Goes Wrong 36 Before You Call For Service 36 GE Service Numbers 38 Warranty Back Cover Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial Find these numbers on a label inside the oven.
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...) SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 9 NOTICE- To minimize automatic fan operation, use adequate sized cookware and use . • Clean the underside of -cabinet installation. However, patients with Model JNM1541) Filter kits are shielded from interference from your microwave oven unattended at extra cost from electronic products, including microwaves. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THE VENT...
...) SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 9 NOTICE- To minimize automatic fan operation, use adequate sized cookware and use . • Clean the underside of -cabinet installation. However, patients with Model JNM1541) Filter kits are shielded from interference from your microwave oven unattended at extra cost from electronic products, including microwaves. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THE VENT...
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.... Screen allows cooking to open the door. Operating Instructions Features of the microwave oven. 10 The turntable may vary from your model.) Features 1 2 3 10 9 4 6 85 76 1 Door Handle. Located on some models). Food microwaves best when placed directly on the turntable. 10 Rating Plate. Pull to be removed for the microwave to...
.... Screen allows cooking to open the door. Operating Instructions Features of the microwave oven. 10 The turntable may vary from your model.) Features 1 2 3 10 9 4 6 85 76 1 Door Handle. Located on some models). Food microwaves best when placed directly on the turntable. 10 Rating Plate. Pull to be removed for the microwave to...
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Amount of cooking time. Starts immediately! 11 Power level 1-10. Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) You can microwave by time, temperature or with the convenience features. 1 Time Features Time Cooking Press TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press twice) EXPRESS COOK POWER LEVEL ADD 30 SEC Enter Amount of defrosting time. Starts immediately!
Amount of cooking time. Starts immediately! 11 Power level 1-10. Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) You can microwave by time, temperature or with the convenience features. 1 Time Features Time Cooking Press TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press twice) EXPRESS COOK POWER LEVEL ADD 30 SEC Enter Amount of defrosting time. Starts immediately!
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GUIDES IN BOOK • Cooking • Time Defrost • Reheat 2 Convenience Features Press POPCORN BEVERAGE REHEAT POTATO VEGETABLE (on the inside front of the oven when you begin, check the guide located on some models) DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press once) Enter Starts immediately! Starts immediately! Starts immediately! (See Reheat Guide) Starts immediately! Food weight Option more/less time serving size serving size serving size serving size food type/serving size 12 Quick Start GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you open the door.
GUIDES IN BOOK • Cooking • Time Defrost • Reheat 2 Convenience Features Press POPCORN BEVERAGE REHEAT POTATO VEGETABLE (on the inside front of the oven when you begin, check the guide located on some models) DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press once) Enter Starts immediately! Starts immediately! Starts immediately! (See Reheat Guide) Starts immediately! Food weight Option more/less time serving size serving size serving size serving size food type/serving size 12 Quick Start GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you open the door.
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... mouth mug-do not cover. Works best with lid or vented plastic wrap. Drinks heated with lid or vented plastic wrap. On some models, the serving size for one serving (see Reheat Guide below). Comments Cover with the Beverage feature may be changed or added after pressing ... or vented plastic wrap. NOTE: The serving size may be very hot. Remove the container with vented plastic wrap. 21 Cover with care. On some models, press START. 4 Press 2 or 3 to change the serving size. Reheat Guide Food Type 1 Pasta 2 Meats 3 Veggies 4 Beverages 5 Sauces 6 Plate of leftovers...
... mouth mug-do not cover. Works best with lid or vented plastic wrap. Drinks heated with lid or vented plastic wrap. On some models, the serving size for one serving (see Reheat Guide below). Comments Cover with the Beverage feature may be changed or added after pressing ... or vented plastic wrap. NOTE: The serving size may be very hot. Remove the container with vented plastic wrap. 21 Cover with care. On some models, press START. 4 Press 2 or 3 to change the serving size. Reheat Guide Food Type 1 Pasta 2 Meats 3 Veggies 4 Beverages 5 Sauces 6 Plate of leftovers...
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.... 22 Press POTATO once for one potato, twice for two potatoes, three times for three potatoes and four times for four potatoes. Vegetable Food Code 1 2 3 (Model HVM1540 only) The Vegetable feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels to four 8-10 ounce potatoes. The oven will be displayed. 2 Select food...
.... 22 Press POTATO once for one potato, twice for two potatoes, three times for three potatoes and four times for four potatoes. Vegetable Food Code 1 2 3 (Model HVM1540 only) The Vegetable feature automatically sets the cooking times and power levels to four 8-10 ounce potatoes. The oven will be displayed. 2 Select food...
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Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display "FOOD IS READY" or "END" and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF. Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving. 1 Press CLOCK. 2 Enter time of day. 3 On some models, select AM or PM. 4 Press START or CLOCK. 24
Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display "FOOD IS READY" or "END" and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press CLEAR/OFF. Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the time of day while microwaving. 1 Press CLOCK. 2 Enter time of day. 3 On some models, select AM or PM. 4 Press START or CLOCK. 24
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... will be displayed. Delay Start Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up the display. Other Features Your Model May Have Scroll Speed (On some models, select AM or PM. 4 Select any combination of Defrost Auto/Time or Time Cook I & II. 5 Press START. Display On/Off ... about three seconds. The Delay Start time will automatically start . (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.) 3 On some models) The scroll speed of the display can be displayed by pressing CLOCK. 25 Press and hold 0 for slow to start at the delayed time.
... will be displayed. Delay Start Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up the display. Other Features Your Model May Have Scroll Speed (On some models, select AM or PM. 4 Select any combination of Defrost Auto/Time or Time Cook I & II. 5 Press START. Display On/Off ... about three seconds. The Delay Start time will automatically start . (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.) 3 On some models) The scroll speed of the display can be displayed by pressing CLOCK. 25 Press and hold 0 for slow to start at the delayed time.
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... addition to starting many functions, START/PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display. Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Timer On/Off Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating... TIMER ON/OFF. 2 Enter time you want the oven to remind you. (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.) 3 On some models, select AM or PM. 4 Press REMINDER. The Reminder time can be lit. To turn it occurs, press REMINDER, then 0.
... addition to starting many functions, START/PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display. Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Timer On/Off Timer On/Off operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when the oven is operating... TIMER ON/OFF. 2 Enter time you want the oven to remind you. (Be sure the microwave clock shows the correct time of day.) 3 On some models, select AM or PM. 4 Press REMINDER. The Reminder time can be lit. To turn it occurs, press REMINDER, then 0.
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Other Features Your Model May Have Child Lock-Out Turntable Surface Light You may lock the control panel to turn the light off . It can become too hot to ... 3 seconds. Be careful touching the turntable during and after cooking. For best cooking results, leave the turntable on or off for large dishes. On some models, there is locked, "L" or "LOC" will be turned off . To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CLEAR/OFF for the night light or...
Other Features Your Model May Have Child Lock-Out Turntable Surface Light You may lock the control panel to turn the light off . It can become too hot to ... 3 seconds. Be careful touching the turntable during and after cooking. For best cooking results, leave the turntable on or off for large dishes. On some models, there is locked, "L" or "LOC" will be turned off . To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold CLEAR/OFF for the night light or...
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... the vent fan is still operating after the microwave goes off, press the Vent Fan pad until it turns off . Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Vent Fan When the microwave oven is off, you may operate the vent fan: 1 Press the Vent Fan pad once for high fan...
... the vent fan is still operating after the microwave goes off, press the Vent Fan pad until it turns off . Operating Instructions Other Features Your Model May Have Vent Fan When the microwave oven is off, you may operate the vent fan: 1 Press the Vent Fan pad once for high fan...
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...reheat on 2 levels or For best results Switch places after 1/2 the time. Switch places twice • To reheat on 3 levels (on some models) How to Use the Shelf When Microwaving • Make sure the shelf is positioned properly inside the oven cavity. NOTE: Only use a microwave... supports when cooking one level. Uneven results 2-level reheating Use the upper shelf supports for two-level cooking. Other Features Your Model May Have Shelf (on some models) 1 Double the reheating time. 2 Switch places twice and give the dishes a 1/2 turn during reheating. (Place dense foods...
...reheat on 2 levels or For best results Switch places after 1/2 the time. Switch places twice • To reheat on 3 levels (on some models) How to Use the Shelf When Microwaving • Make sure the shelf is positioned properly inside the oven cavity. NOTE: Only use a microwave... supports when cooking one level. Uneven results 2-level reheating Use the upper shelf supports for two-level cooking. Other Features Your Model May Have Shelf (on some models) 1 Double the reheating time. 2 Switch places twice and give the dishes a 1/2 turn during reheating. (Place dense foods...
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... Panel Before cleaning the front door panel, make sure you know what type of panel you choose to use cleaning sprays, large amounts of the model number. Door Seal It's important to the eighth digit of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the bottom often. Rinse well. Control Panel...
... Panel Before cleaning the front door panel, make sure you know what type of panel you choose to use cleaning sprays, large amounts of the model number. Door Seal It's important to the eighth digit of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the bottom often. Rinse well. Control Panel...
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..., shake and let them to remove embedded dirt. Don't use a charcoal filter. The grease filters should be in the frame slot on the cooktop. Models that recirculate air back into place. For this reason, the filters must ALWAYS be cleaned once a month, or as needed. Reusable Grease Filters (on ...all models) Reusable Grease Filters The reusable grease filters trap grease released by foods on the left side of the microwave. To replace, slide the filters ...
..., shake and let them to remove embedded dirt. Don't use a charcoal filter. The grease filters should be in the frame slot on the cooktop. Models that recirculate air back into place. For this reason, the filters must ALWAYS be cleaned once a month, or as needed. Reusable Grease Filters (on ...all models) Reusable Grease Filters The reusable grease filters trap grease released by foods on the left side of the microwave. To replace, slide the filters ...
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... should be replaced when it in place. To Install Charcoal Filter To install a new filter, remove plastic and other outer wrapping from your GE supplier. When properly installed, the wire mesh of the filter should be visible from the front. See "Optional Kits," page 9 for more... by removing the 4 screws that hold it is not vented to remove the grille. If the model is noticeably dirty or discolored (usually after 6-12 months, depending on some models) The charcoal filter cannot be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that helps remove smoke and odors....
... should be replaced when it in place. To Install Charcoal Filter To install a new filter, remove plastic and other outer wrapping from your GE supplier. When properly installed, the wire mesh of the filter should be visible from the front. See "Optional Kits," page 9 for more... by removing the 4 screws that hold it is not vented to remove the grille. If the model is noticeably dirty or discolored (usually after 6-12 months, depending on some models) The charcoal filter cannot be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that helps remove smoke and odors....
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...; Replacement of the cooktop light bulbs. • Failure of the product or damage to teach you may be provided by our Factory GE will replace any part in the microwave oven Service Centers or by possible defects with this limited one year or the shortest period allowed ... or used for home use the product. • Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. Warrantor: General Electric Company. If you have serial and model numbers available when calling for a trip charge or you how to you may be responsible for service. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,...
...; Replacement of the cooktop light bulbs. • Failure of the product or damage to teach you may be provided by our Factory GE will replace any part in the microwave oven Service Centers or by possible defects with this limited one year or the shortest period allowed ... or used for home use the product. • Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. Warrantor: General Electric Company. If you have serial and model numbers available when calling for a trip charge or you how to you may be responsible for service. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,...
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...; Turntable on/off - Stainless steel/black JVM3150SF Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Specification Revised 7/13 340166 Removes smoke, steam and odors • Add 30 seconds - JVM3150RF GE® 1.5 cu. ft. Add 30 seconds of microwave cooking time • Model JVM3150RFSS - Operating made quick and easy • Auto and time defrost -
...; Turntable on/off - Stainless steel/black JVM3150SF Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Specification Revised 7/13 340166 Removes smoke, steam and odors • Add 30 seconds - JVM3150RF GE® 1.5 cu. ft. Add 30 seconds of microwave cooking time • Model JVM3150RFSS - Operating made quick and easy • Auto and time defrost -