GE SpacemakerXL JVM1420, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...s Wrong Before You Call For Service 38 GE Service Numbers 42 Warranty Back Cover ge com 11 Important Safety Information Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Special N...

Page 2: ...n door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and the door...

Page 3: ...eipt to the inside back cover of this manual You will need it to obtain service under warranty Before you call for service there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better Read this manua...

Page 4: ...pliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by General Electric Service or an aut...

Page 5: ...en for storage purposes Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use If materials inside oven ignite keep the oven door closed turn the oven off and disconnect the...

Page 6: ...pcorn accessory or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example closed jars are able to explode and should not be heated...

Page 7: ...glass jars even with the lid off Make sure all infant food is thoroughly cooked Stir food to distribute the heat evenly Be careful to prevent scalding when warming formula or breast milk The containe...

Page 8: ...ontaining nylon or nylon filaments should be avoided as they may also ignite Some styrofoam trays like those that meat is packaged on have a thin strip of metal embedded in the bottom When microwaved...

Page 9: ...ithout complete supervision The fan will operate automatically under certain conditions see Automatic Fan feature Take care to prevent the starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the...

Page 10: ...rong wall outlet Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance Do not use an extension cord with this appliance...

Page 11: ...le keeping microwaves confined in the oven 4 Touch Control Panel 5 Cooktop Light 6 Grease Filter 7 Removable Turntable Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven The turntable may be r...

Page 12: ...twice Amount of defrosting time EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately POWER LEVEL Power level 1 10 ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately 12 Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven Throughout this manual fe...

Page 13: ...ing size REHEAT Food type 1 6 serving size DEFROST AUTO TIME Food weight Press once 2 HELP on some models Press this pad and any feature pad for usage instructions and tips GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before y...

Page 14: ...microwave energy cycles off give time for the food to equalize or transfer heat to the inside of the food An example of this is shown with power level 3 the defrost cycle If microwave energy did not c...

Page 15: ...ng Here s how to do it 1 Press TIME COOK 2 Enter the first cook time 3 Change the power level if you don t want full power Press POWER LEVEL Select a desired power level 1 10 4 Press TIME COOK again 5...

Page 16: ...10 min In 2 qt casserole place 1 2 cup water 11 4 to 11 2 lbs fresh spears 1 bunch 9 to 13 min In 2 qt oblong glass baking dish place 11 4 to 11 2 lbs 1 4 cup water frozen 10 oz package 5 to 7 min In...

Page 17: ...1 4 cup water frozen 10 oz package 5 to 7 min In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Potatoes fresh cubed 4 potatoes 9 to 12 min Peel and cut into 1 inch cubes Place white 6 to 8 oz each in 2 qt...

Page 18: ...in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the package Tightly closed packages should be slit pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted Plastic storage containers should be at least partially...

Page 19: ...fter half the time and shield warm areas with foil When finished separate pieces and let stand to complete defrosting Poultry Chicken broiler fryer 15 to 19 min Place wrapped chicken in dish Unwrap cu...

Page 20: ...ick way to set 30 seconds of cooking time Add 30 Seconds This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1 6 minutes Press one of the Express Cook pads from 1 to 6 for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power l...

Page 21: ...s or overcooks consistently you can add or subtract 20 30 seconds to the automatic popping time To add time After pressing POPCORN press 9 immediately after the oven starts for an extra 20 seconds On...

Page 22: ...starts Press number pad 2 or 3 On some models the serving size for food type 6 cannot be changed Reheat 1 Pasta Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap 2 Meats casseroles pizza Cover with lid or vented...

Page 23: ...e is automatically set at 1 but can be changed by pressing 2 or 3 right after pressing BEVERAGE On model JVM1430 only the serving size is automatically set at 4 ounces but can be changed by tapping BE...

Page 24: ...ave safe dish Twice during defrost the oven signals TURN At each TURN signal turn the food over Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil After defrosting most meats need to...

Page 25: ...mind 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 Cooking Complete Reminder Press to ente...

Page 26: ...To redisplay the clock repeat Display On Off Delay Start allows you to set the microwave to delay cooking up to 24 hours 1 Press DELAY START 2 Enter the time you want the oven to start Be sure the mi...

Page 27: ...REMINDER When Reminder signal occurs press REMINDER to turn it off The Reminder time may be displayed by pressing REMINDER NOTE The REM indicator will remain lit to show that the Reminder is set To cl...

Page 28: ...rom the cooktop below it It automatically turns on if it senses too much heat If you have turned the fan on you may find that you cannot turn it off The fan will automatically turn off when the intern...

Page 29: ...rn the fan off Vent Fan 29 Press to turn the surface light on or off On some models there is a night light option Press SURFACE LIGHT once for bright light twice for the night light or three times to...

Page 30: ...ooking Make sure the shelf is positioned properly inside the microwave to prevent damage to the oven from arcing Do not use a microwave browning dish on the shelf The shelf could overheat Do not use t...

Page 31: ...reheat on 2 levels or To reheat 2 dishes on the lower level 1 Multiply reheat time by 11 2 2 Switch places after 1 2 the time Shelf and Reheating Switch places after 1 2 time Switch places after 1 2...

Page 32: ...plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape Shielding In a regular oven you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over browning When microwaving you use small str...

Page 33: ...rinse with a damp cloth Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave Removable Turntable and Turntable Support To prev...

Page 34: ...avoid the surrounding plastic parts Do not use appliance wax polish bleach or products containing chlorine on Stainless Steel finishes CleanSteel Use a clean soft light and lightly dampened cloth the...

Page 35: ...out bulb with a 40 watt incandescent bulb WB36X10003 available from your GE supplier Cooktop Light Night Light 1 To replace the oven light first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit break...

Page 36: ...ason the filter must ALWAYS be in place when the hood is used The grease filter should be cleaned once a month or as needed Reusable Grease Filters To remove slide it to the side using the tab Pull it...

Page 37: ...e models To remove the charcoal filter disconnect power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug Remove the top grille by removing the 2 screws that hold it in place Slide the filter...

Page 38: ...t back in Plug not fully inserted Make sure the 3 prong plug on the into wall outlet oven is fully inserted into wall outlet The cooktop light is This is normal located below the oven floor When the l...

Page 39: ...le oven is operating TV radio interference might be noticed while using the microwave Similar to the interference caused by other small appliances it does not indicate a problem with the microwave Plu...

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Page 42: ...AC 800 833 4322 GE supports the Universal Design concept products services and environments that can be used by people of all ages sizes and capabilities We recognize the need to design for a wide ran...

Page 43: ...ures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Parts and Acc...

Page 44: ...NTY What Is Covered What Is Not Covered Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty Service trips to your home to teach you how...