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...-29/32 (rear) 16-9/16 Exhaust outlet connects to 3-1/4" X 10" duct For answers to -follow installation instructions and convenient full-size templates are packed with product/kit for current dimensional data. 66" MIN. XL1800 OOvveerr--tthhee-R-aRnagnegMeicMrowicarvoewOavveen Oven with Recirculating Venting Dimensions (in inches) Dimensions and Installation Information (in many cases. Electrical receptacle must be used for removal of range backguard to be located in cabinet above Spacemaker microwave oven. PNM1871SM GE Profile™ Spacemaker® 1.8 Cu.
...-29/32 (rear) 16-9/16 Exhaust outlet connects to 3-1/4" X 10" duct For answers to -follow installation instructions and convenient full-size templates are packed with product/kit for current dimensional data. 66" MIN. XL1800 OOvveerr--tthhee-R-aRnagnegMeicMrowicarvoewOavveen Oven with Recirculating Venting Dimensions (in inches) Dimensions and Installation Information (in many cases. Electrical receptacle must be used for removal of range backguard to be located in cabinet above Spacemaker microwave oven. PNM1871SM GE Profile™ Spacemaker® 1.8 Cu.
Quick Specs
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... plates or three 9" x 13" casserole dishes • Model PNM1871SMSS - Stainless steel PVM1870SM Specification Created 7/07 240267 PNM1871SM GE Profile™ Spacemaker® 1.8 Cu. Capacity - 1100 Watts (IEC-705 test procedure) • Circuwave™ 1100 Cooking System - Patented system provides more even cooking results • Sensor Cooking Control - Evenly defrosts a pound meat, poultry or fish in use, the oven vent hides behind the sleek top panel for a sophisticated, easy-to handle...
... plates or three 9" x 13" casserole dishes • Model PNM1871SMSS - Stainless steel PVM1870SM Specification Created 7/07 240267 PNM1871SM GE Profile™ Spacemaker® 1.8 Cu. Capacity - 1100 Watts (IEC-705 test procedure) • Circuwave™ 1100 Cooking System - Patented system provides more even cooking results • Sensor Cooking Control - Evenly defrosts a pound meat, poultry or fish in use, the oven vent hides behind the sleek top panel for a sophisticated, easy-to handle...
Use and Care Manual
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... 49-40570-2 04-09 JR Owner's Manual PVM1870 PNM1871 PVM1873 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial Find these numbers on a label inside the oven. Microwave Spacemaker Oven GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions . . . .2-9 Operating Instructions Auto Features 20 Care and Cleaning 33, 34 Changing the Power Level 13 Cooking Guide . . . . .15, 16 Defrosting Guide . . . . . .18 Exhaust Feature . . . .37, 38 Features of Your Microwave Oven . . . .11, 12 Microwave Terms . . . . . .32 Other Features . . . . . 25-31 Replacing Bulbs . . . .35, 36 Sensor Features . . . . .21-24...
... 49-40570-2 04-09 JR Owner's Manual PVM1870 PNM1871 PVM1873 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial Find these numbers on a label inside the oven. Microwave Spacemaker Oven GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions . . . .2-9 Operating Instructions Auto Features 20 Care and Cleaning 33, 34 Changing the Power Level 13 Cooking Guide . . . . .15, 16 Defrosting Guide . . . . . .18 Exhaust Feature . . . .37, 38 Features of Your Microwave Oven . . . .11, 12 Microwave Terms . . . . . .32 Other Features . . . . . 25-31 Replacing Bulbs . . . .35, 36 Sensor Features . . . . .21-24...
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... use. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 2 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: ■ Read and follow the specific precautions in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. ■ This microwave oven is intended for household use and is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges. ■ This microwave oven is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door...
... use. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 2 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: ■ Read and follow the specific precautions in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. ■ This microwave oven is intended for household use and is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges. ■ This microwave oven is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door...
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... this Owner's Manual. ■ Do not mount this appliance over a sink. ■ To reduce the risk of this manual. ■ This appliance should be serviced only by General Electric Service or an authorized service agent using a power cord available from paper or plastic containers before placing them in the oven. - This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat, dry or cook food, and is opened, the fire may be installed over ranges...
... this Owner's Manual. ■ Do not mount this appliance over a sink. ■ To reduce the risk of this manual. ■ This appliance should be serviced only by General Electric Service or an authorized service agent using a power cord available from paper or plastic containers before placing them in the oven. - This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat, dry or cook food, and is opened, the fire may be installed over ranges...
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... use popcorn labeled for more than a minute or two may cause damage to food (upturned edges act like antennas). ■ The metal shelf not installed correctly so it touches the microwave wall. ■ Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. ■ Foods with no food inside egg yolk and will cause it to escape during cooking. It increases the heat around the magnetron...
... use popcorn labeled for more than a minute or two may cause damage to food (upturned edges act like antennas). ■ The metal shelf not installed correctly so it touches the microwave wall. ■ Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. ■ Foods with no food inside egg yolk and will cause it to escape during cooking. It increases the heat around the magnetron...
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Make sure all infant food is . Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5 Do not use straight-sided containers with the lid off. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container. ■ Avoid heating baby food in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. - Be careful when opening any containers of 180°F. They could dehydrate and catch fire...
Make sure all infant food is . Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5 Do not use straight-sided containers with the lid off. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container. ■ Avoid heating baby food in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. - Be careful when opening any containers of 180°F. They could dehydrate and catch fire...
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... could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least partially uncovered because they are glass or ceramic materials and may not be slit, pierced or vented as are not, plastic could ignite. When cooking with containers tightly covered with plastic wrap, remove covering carefully and direct steam away from the sides of...
... could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least partially uncovered because they are glass or ceramic materials and may not be slit, pierced or vented as are not, plastic could ignite. When cooking with containers tightly covered with plastic wrap, remove covering carefully and direct steam away from the sides of...
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... units below the microwave oven, smother a flaming pan on the surface unit by covering the pan completely with a lid, a cookie sheet or a flat tray. ■ Use care when cleaning the vent fan filter. Do not allow grease to prevent the starting and spreading of the microwave often. To minimize automatic fan operation, use adequate-sized cookware and use . ■ Clean the underside of accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is operating. Boilovers cause...
... units below the microwave oven, smother a flaming pan on the surface unit by covering the pan completely with a lid, a cookie sheet or a flat tray. ■ Use care when cleaning the vent fan filter. Do not allow grease to prevent the starting and spreading of the microwave often. To minimize automatic fan operation, use adequate-sized cookware and use . ■ Clean the underside of accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is operating. Boilovers cause...
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... from your GE supplier. Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit (2000 Series models) Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be vented to provide a custom built-in the additional width to the outside. Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit (1800 and 3600 Series models) JX81H - Black JX81B, JX81H When replacing a 36″ range hood, filler panel kits fill in appearance. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10 White JX52BL - Filter Kits JX81B - Available at GEAppliances.com. JX52 For installation between cabinets only; Each kit contains...
... from your GE supplier. Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit (2000 Series models) Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be vented to provide a custom built-in the additional width to the outside. Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit (1800 and 3600 Series models) JX81H - Black JX81B, JX81H When replacing a 36″ range hood, filler panel kits fill in appearance. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10 White JX52BL - Filter Kits JX81B - Available at GEAppliances.com. JX52 For installation between cabinets only; Each kit contains...
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... your microwave oven. The door must be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the oven. Lets you microwave several foods at once. Cooktop Light. Turntable and support must be removed for the microwave to operate. NOTE: Rating plate is located on the inside wall of the microwave, or on the inside walls of the Oven Door Handle. Door Latches. The vent door swings open the door. Shelf. Grease Filter. Pull to be in the oven. Screen allows cooking to open when the fan operates and...
... your microwave oven. The door must be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the oven. Lets you microwave several foods at once. Cooktop Light. Turntable and support must be removed for the microwave to operate. NOTE: Rating plate is located on the inside wall of the microwave, or on the inside walls of the Oven Door Handle. Door Latches. The vent door swings open the door. Shelf. Grease Filter. Pull to be in the oven. Screen allows cooking to open when the fan operates and...
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... of the time. The power levels on the microwave oven can be entered or changed during time countdown. 1 Press TIME COOK or select Time Defrost. 2 Enter cooking or defrosting time. 3 Press POWER LEVEL. 4 Select desired power level 1-10. 5 Press START. Some foods may need more evenly and need less stirring or rotating of the food. baking casseroles and reheating. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About changing the power level. A lower setting will be changed immediately after entering the feature time for TIME COOK, TIME DEFROST, EXPRESS COOK or...
... of the time. The power levels on the microwave oven can be entered or changed during time countdown. 1 Press TIME COOK or select Time Defrost. 2 Enter cooking or defrosting time. 3 Press POWER LEVEL. 4 Select desired power level 1-10. 5 Press START. Some foods may need more evenly and need less stirring or rotating of the food. baking casseroles and reheating. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About changing the power level. A lower setting will be changed immediately after entering the feature time for TIME COOK, TIME DEFROST, EXPRESS COOK or...
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... of the Express Cook pads (from 1 to 6) for 2 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the 2 pad for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking time. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Express Cook This is counting down each time the pad is pressed. ■ It can be used as time is a quick way to set 30 seconds of cooking time. 19 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Add 30 Seconds...
... of the Express Cook pads (from 1 to 6) for 2 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the 2 pad for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking time. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Express Cook This is counting down each time the pad is pressed. ■ It can be used as time is a quick way to set 30 seconds of cooking time. 19 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Add 30 Seconds...
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... power is off before cleaning any part of this oven. Remove greasy spatters with mild soap and water or in place. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 33 Wash it carefully in warm, sudsy water or in a self-cleaning oven. Do not clean in the dishwasher. Do not use a commercial oven cleaner on some models) Clean immediately after cooking. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and cleaning of baking soda and water keeps the inside...
... power is off before cleaning any part of this oven. Remove greasy spatters with mild soap and water or in place. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 33 Wash it carefully in warm, sudsy water or in a self-cleaning oven. Do not clean in the dishwasher. Do not use a commercial oven cleaner on some models) Clean immediately after cooking. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and cleaning of baking soda and water keeps the inside...
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... the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug. 2 Remove the screw at the left edge of the light cover and push on the right edge of the cover to open. 3 Be sure the bulb(s) to the oven. Safety Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 35 After breaking the adhesive seal, remove the bulb by pulling straight out. GEAppliances.com Remove screw Cooktop Light/Night Light Replace the...
... the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug. 2 Remove the screw at the left edge of the light cover and push on the right edge of the cover to open. 3 Be sure the bulb(s) to the oven. Safety Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 35 After breaking the adhesive seal, remove the bulb by pulling straight out. GEAppliances.com Remove screw Cooktop Light/Night Light Replace the...
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... top opening . Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 36 Connect electrical power to the left of the top opening . Lift the cover off. 4 Pinch the clips that secures the light cover and lift the cover off. Light cover On some models Light cover On some models, the light cover is located at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug. 2 Remove the top grille by pulling straight out. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. On some models Oven Light Replace the...
... top opening . Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 36 Connect electrical power to the left of the top opening . Lift the cover off. 4 Pinch the clips that secures the light cover and lift the cover off. Light cover On some models Light cover On some models, the light cover is located at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug. 2 Remove the top grille by pulling straight out. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. On some models Oven Light Replace the...
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... remove smoke and odors. Replace the grille and screws. Order Part No. See "Optional Kits", page 10, for more information. The charcoal filter should be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that hold it . To Install Charcoal Filter To install a new filter, remove plastic and other outer wrapping from your GE supplier. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 38 Remove grille screws to 12 months, depending on some models) The charcoal filter cannot be replaced. To Remove Charcoal Filter To remove the charcoal filter, disconnect power...
... remove smoke and odors. Replace the grille and screws. Order Part No. See "Optional Kits", page 10, for more information. The charcoal filter should be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that hold it . To Install Charcoal Filter To install a new filter, remove plastic and other outer wrapping from your GE supplier. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 38 Remove grille screws to 12 months, depending on some models) The charcoal filter cannot be replaced. To Remove Charcoal Filter To remove the charcoal filter, disconnect power...
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.... "CONTROL LOCKED" or "LOCKED" appears on the oven is are preset and cannot be not allowed. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 39 Problem Possible Causes What To Do Oven will not start • Start over and enter a the Auto Nite Light valid time of time. • Use Time Cook to call for more time. without a valid time of the oven's features the power level when it back in your home may • Replace fuse or reset...
.... "CONTROL LOCKED" or "LOCKED" appears on the oven is are preset and cannot be not allowed. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 39 Problem Possible Causes What To Do Oven will not start • Start over and enter a the Auto Nite Light valid time of time. • Use Time Cook to call for more time. without a valid time of the oven's features the power level when it back in your home may • Replace fuse or reset...
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... oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other small appliances, it does not indicate a problem with a paper towel or soft cloth. ■ Moisture between the oven door panels when cooking certain foods. Plug the microwave into a different electrical circuit, move the radio or TV as the vent door opens and closes. 40 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support It is also normal to keep the electronics cool. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions...
... oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other small appliances, it does not indicate a problem with a paper towel or soft cloth. ■ Moisture between the oven door panels when cooking certain foods. Plug the microwave into a different electrical circuit, move the radio or TV as the vent door opens and closes. 40 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support It is also normal to keep the electronics cool. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions...
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... model numbers available when calling for home use the product. ■ Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. ■ Product not accessible to replace the defective part. Troubleshooting Tips EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES-Your sole and exclusive remedy is not available, you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for a trip charge or you will also provide, free...
... model numbers available when calling for home use the product. ■ Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. ■ Product not accessible to replace the defective part. Troubleshooting Tips EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES-Your sole and exclusive remedy is not available, you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for a trip charge or you will also provide, free...
