GE JE1140, Operating Instructions Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.  

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

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 Read and follow the specific precautions in the 

PReCAuTiONS TO AvOid POSSiBLe exPOSuRe TO 

exCeSSive MiCROWAve eNeRgY  section above .

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 This appliance must be grounded . Connect only  

to a properly grounded outlet . See the gROuNdiNg 

iNSTRuCTiONS section on page 5 .

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 install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the 

provided installation instructions .

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 unless this appliance is being “Built-in” using the 

optional Jx1124STC Trim Kit, be certain to place the 

front surface of the door 3” (7 .6 cm) or more back from 

the countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping of the 

appliance in normal usage .

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 This microwave oven is not approved or tested for 

marine use .

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 do not mount this appliance over a sink, unless the 

electrical circuit is properly protected by either an 

approved gFi or gFCB .

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 do not mount the microwave oven over or near any 

portion of a heating or cooking appliance .

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 do not store anything directly on top of the microwave 

oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation .

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 do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power 

cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been 

damaged or dropped .

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 do not cover or block any openings on the appliance .

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 use this appliance only for its intended use as described 

in this manual . do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors 

in this appliance . This microwave oven is specifically 

designed to heat, dry or cook food, and is not intended for 

laboratory or industrial use .

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 do not store this appliance outdoors . do not use this 

product near water—for example, in a wet basement, near 

a swimming pool, near a sink or in similar locations .

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 Keep power cord away from heated surfaces .

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 do not immerse power cord or plug in water .

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 do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter . 

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 To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

— Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance  

when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are 

placed inside the oven while cooking .

— Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or 

plastic containers before placing them in the oven .

— Do not use the oven for storage purposes. Do not leave 

paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when 

not in use .

— If materials inside the oven ignite, keep the oven door 

closed, turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord, 

or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel .  

if the door is opened, the fire may spread .

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 See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and 

cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual .

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 This appliance must only be serviced by qualified service 

personnel . Contact the nearest authorized service facility 

for examination, repair or adjustment.

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 As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary 

when used by children .

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, 

or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE  

TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

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(a)

Do Not Attempt

 to operate this oven with the door 

open since open-door operation can result in harmful 

exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to 

defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks .

( b)

  Do Not Place  any object between the oven front 

face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to 

accumulate on sealing surfaces .

(c)

   Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged . it is 

particularly important that the oven door close properly 

and that there is no damage to the:

(1) door (bent),

(2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened),

(3) door seals and sealing surfaces .

(d)

   The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by 

anyone except properly qualified service personnel.