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...AM Page 1 Model: JVM1540 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 Instructions 10 Features of Your Microwave 10 The Controls on Your Microwave 11 Time Cooking 14 Automatic Cooking ...20 Other Features 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 ...
...AM Page 1 Model: JVM1540 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 Instructions 10 Features of Your Microwave 10 The Controls on Your Microwave 11 Time Cooking 14 Automatic Cooking ...20 Other Features 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 ...
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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY For your safety, the information in this oven with the safety interlocks. Do Not Attempt to operate this manual must be followed to minimize ... no damage to accumulate on sealing surfaces. The Oven Should Not be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to microwave energy. DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNING!
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY For your safety, the information in this oven with the safety interlocks. Do Not Attempt to operate this manual must be followed to minimize ... no damage to accumulate on sealing surfaces. The Oven Should Not be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to microwave energy. DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNING!
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... Service or an authorized service agent using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is intended for household use and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use over electric and gas ranges. See Grounding... section on page 9. • Do not mount this appliance over -the-range oven was designed for use . 3 Connect only to Excessive Microwave Energy" on the appliance. • Use this appliance only for marine use. • Read and follow the specific "Precautions to Avoid Possible...
... Service or an authorized service agent using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is intended for household use and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use over electric and gas ranges. See Grounding... section on page 9. • Do not mount this appliance over -the-range oven was designed for use . 3 Connect only to Excessive Microwave Energy" on the appliance. • Use this appliance only for marine use. • Read and follow the specific "Precautions to Avoid Possible...
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... Sensor Features twice in use the oven for additional cooking time. • See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and Cleaning section(s) of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in the oven. -
... Sensor Features twice in use the oven for additional cooking time. • See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and Cleaning section(s) of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in the oven. -
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... giblets, and egg yolks should not be pierced to allow steam to the oven and could result in injury. • Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the oven. • Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act... and should be heated in the oven. DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 5 SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING ARCING If you use popcorn labeled for use of the microwave oven could start a fire. FOODS Arcing is caused by: • The metal shelf (if included) not installed correctly so it...
... giblets, and egg yolks should not be pierced to allow steam to the oven and could result in injury. • Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the oven. • Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act... and should be heated in the oven. DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 5 SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING ARCING If you use popcorn labeled for use of the microwave oven could start a fire. FOODS Arcing is caused by: • The metal shelf (if included) not installed correctly so it...
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... when warming formula or breast milk. DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING SAFETY FACT SUPERHEATED WATER Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea, are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing... not overcook potatoes. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container. 6 • Avoid heating baby food in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. - To reduce the risk of hot food, including popcorn bags, cooking pouches and boxes. Stir...
... when warming formula or breast milk. DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING SAFETY FACT SUPERHEATED WATER Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea, are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing... not overcook potatoes. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container. 6 • Avoid heating baby food in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. - To reduce the risk of hot food, including popcorn bags, cooking pouches and boxes. Stir...
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...with containers tightly covered with 1 cup (240 mL) of the oven or ignite a paper towel. • Do not use the microwave to test for a microwave-safe dish. • If you are not, plastic could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in injury. Paper products.... DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 7 MICROWAVESAFE COOKWARE Make sure all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens. Microwave 30-45 seconds at least partially uncovered because they form a tight seal. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups...
...with containers tightly covered with 1 cup (240 mL) of the oven or ignite a paper towel. • Do not use the microwave to test for a microwave-safe dish. • If you are not, plastic could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in injury. Paper products.... DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 7 MICROWAVESAFE COOKWARE Make sure all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens. Microwave 30-45 seconds at least partially uncovered because they form a tight seal. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups...
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... ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of the oven. • Plastic cookware-Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used carefully. To minimize automatic fan operation, use adequate sized cookware and use high heat ... foods under certain conditions (see Automatic Fan feature). DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING • Use foil only as directed in strict compliance with a lid, a cookie sheet or a flat tray. • Use care when ...
... ceramic materials and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of the oven. • Plastic cookware-Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used carefully. To minimize automatic fan operation, use adequate sized cookware and use high heat ... foods under certain conditions (see Automatic Fan feature). DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING • Use foil only as directed in strict compliance with a lid, a cookie sheet or a flat tray. • Use care when ...
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... a 36" (91.4 cm) range hood, filler panel kits fill in appearance. Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if the grounding instructions are used when the microwave oven cannot be needed to whether the appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. For best operation...
... a 36" (91.4 cm) range hood, filler panel kits fill in appearance. Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if the grounding instructions are used when the microwave oven cannot be needed to whether the appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. For best operation...
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...DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 10 Operating Instructions Features of the microwave oven. 10 Pull to operate. 2 Door Latches. 3 Window with Metal Shield. Lets you microwave several foods at once. Located on the turntable. 10 Rating Plate. Turntable and support ...must be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the oven. Food microwaves best when placed directly on the inside wall of Your Microwave (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may be in the oven. 4 Touch ...
...DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 10 Operating Instructions Features of the microwave oven. 10 Pull to operate. 2 Door Latches. 3 Window with Metal Shield. Lets you microwave several foods at once. Located on the turntable. 10 Rating Plate. Turntable and support ...must be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in place when using the oven. Food microwaves best when placed directly on the inside wall of Your Microwave (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may be in the oven. 4 Touch ...
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Starts immediately! 11 DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 11 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. Power level 1-10. Starts immediately! Amount of cooking time.
Starts immediately! 11 DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 11 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. Power level 1-10. Starts immediately! Amount of cooking time.
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Starts immediately! (See Reheat Guide) Starts immediately! Starts immediately! DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 12 Quick Start GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you open the door. Food weight Option more/less time serving size serving size serving size serving size food type/serving size 12 GUIDES ...
Starts immediately! (See Reheat Guide) Starts immediately! Starts immediately! DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 12 Quick Start GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you open the door. Food weight Option more/less time serving size serving size serving size serving size food type/serving size 12 GUIDES ...
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...softening butter. 13 Low 2 or 3 Defrosting without overcooking; High (power level 10) or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. Use a lower power level when cooking foods that have better flavor, texture or appearance if one of meat....rotating or turning over , such as stews and less tender cuts of the lower settings is shown with power level 3- Rest periods (when the microwave energy cycles off , the outside of the food. Here are some examples of uses for the food to "equalize" or transfer heat to the...
...softening butter. 13 Low 2 or 3 Defrosting without overcooking; High (power level 10) or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. Use a lower power level when cooking foods that have better flavor, texture or appearance if one of meat....rotating or turning over , such as stews and less tender cuts of the lower settings is shown with power level 3- Rest periods (when the microwave energy cycles off , the outside of the food. Here are some examples of uses for the food to "equalize" or transfer heat to the...
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... may change it : 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter the first cook time. 3 Change the power level if you change power levels automatically during Time Cook to microwave for more flexibility. Time Cook I , Time Cook II counts down. 14 At the end of Time Cook I Allows you may open the door during cooking...
... may change it : 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter the first cook time. 3 Change the power level if you change power levels automatically during Time Cook to microwave for more flexibility. Time Cook I , Time Cook II counts down. 14 At the end of Time Cook I Allows you may open the door during cooking...
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... more frequent attention than one half of larger foods, such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork, should be defrosted and microwaved. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria. • For more even defrosting of selected defrosting time, the oven signals TURN. However,...in a foil container, transfer it stand a few minutes. 17 Rotate or stir food frequently. If still slightly icy, return to the microwave very briefly, or let it to defrost for more flexibility. See the Defrosting Guide for more than usual. Tightly closed packages should not be...
... more frequent attention than one half of larger foods, such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork, should be defrosted and microwaved. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria. • For more even defrosting of selected defrosting time, the oven signals TURN. However,...in a foil container, transfer it stand a few minutes. 17 Rotate or stir food frequently. If still slightly icy, return to the microwave very briefly, or let it to defrost for more flexibility. See the Defrosting Guide for more than usual. Tightly closed packages should not be...
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... until franks can be removed. Let stand 5 minutes, if necessary, to 4 minutes more, if necessary. When finished, separate pieces and microwave 2 to complete defrosting. Shield warm areas with foil. After half the time, turn chicken over. Let stand 5 minutes after half the time. Place unwrapped meat ...
... until franks can be removed. Let stand 5 minutes, if necessary, to 4 minutes more, if necessary. When finished, separate pieces and microwave 2 to complete defrosting. Shield warm areas with foil. After half the time, turn chicken over. Let stand 5 minutes after half the time. Place unwrapped meat ...
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DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 20 Operating Instructions Convenience Features Popcorn Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 to 3.5 oz (85 to Use the Popcorn . NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when cooking popcorn. How to 100 g). The oven starts immediately. Tap POPCORN to select the bag size you are cooking. 20 Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave. 2 Press POPCORN. Feature 1 Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 3.0 oz (85 g) or larger than 3.5 oz (100 g).
DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 20 Operating Instructions Convenience Features Popcorn Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 3.0 to 3.5 oz (85 to Use the Popcorn . NOTE: Do not use the metal shelf when cooking popcorn. How to 100 g). The oven starts immediately. Tap POPCORN to select the bag size you are cooking. 20 Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave. 2 Press POPCORN. Feature 1 Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 3.0 oz (85 g) or larger than 3.5 oz (100 g).
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... AUTO/TIME once. 2 Using the Conversion Guide at right, enter food weight. Guide Conversion Guide If the weight of food is a handy guide located on microwave-safe dish. • Twice during defrost, the oven signals TURN. Large roasts should stand for meats, poultry and fish weighing up to give even defrosting...
... AUTO/TIME once. 2 Using the Conversion Guide at right, enter food weight. Guide Conversion Guide If the weight of food is a handy guide located on microwave-safe dish. • Twice during defrost, the oven signals TURN. Large roasts should stand for meats, poultry and fish weighing up to give even defrosting...
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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 DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 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 DTP_EN-EN_350A4502P651.qxd 10/19/2007 10:21 AM Page 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.
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... slow to fast scroll speed. Select 1-5 for about 3 seconds to bring up to 24 hours. 1 Press DELAY START. 2 Enter the time you to set the microwave to start at the delayed time. Display On/Off To turn the clock display off, press and hold the AM/PM pad about three seconds.... Delay Start Delay Start allows you want the oven to delay cooking up the display. 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 day may be displayed by pressing CLOCK. 25 The oven will...
... slow to fast scroll speed. Select 1-5 for about 3 seconds to bring up to 24 hours. 1 Press DELAY START. 2 Enter the time you to set the microwave to start at the delayed time. Display On/Off To turn the clock display off, press and hold the AM/PM pad about three seconds.... Delay Start Delay Start allows you want the oven to delay cooking up the display. 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 day may be displayed by pressing CLOCK. 25 The oven will...