GE SpacemakerXL JVM1460BA, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...46 Warranty Back Cover GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 GE Appliances 11 Important Safety Information Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 2 Special Notes About Microwavi...

Page 2: ...ration 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 or allow s...

Page 3: ...to obtain service under warranty Help us help you 800 626 2000 Before you call for service there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better Read this manual It contains instructions to he...

Page 4: ...vided Installation Instructions This over the range oven was designed for use over ranges no wider than 42 inches It may be installed over both gas and electric cooking equipment Do not operate this a...

Page 5: ...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 oven should ignite keep the oven door closed t...

Page 6: ...ss in a special microwave popcorn 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 will explode and...

Page 7: ...ntainer is opened pressure can build up This can cause the container to burst possibly resulting in injury Hot foods and steam can cause burns Be careful when opening any containers of hot food includ...

Page 8: ...on 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 the metal can...

Page 9: ...ion 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 vent fan is in use Clean...

Page 10: ...g with this appliance Do not use an extension cord with this appliance If the power cord is too short have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance For best o...

Page 11: ...Window with Metal Shield Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven 6 Receptacle for Temperature Probe Probe must be securely inserted into the receptacle before...

Page 12: ...2 Follow displayed directions 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 feat...

Page 13: ...mmediately more less time VEGETABLE Starts immediately more less time Press once fresh vegetables more less time Press twice frozen vegetables more less time Press three times canned vegetables more l...

Page 14: ...nergy 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 micro wave energy did not cycle off t...

Page 15: ...e 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 5 Enter the s...

Page 16: ...ater 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 Rotate dish after half of time Turntable should be turned off frozen 10 oz...

Page 17: ...place 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 in white 6 to 8 oz eac...

Page 18: ...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 uncovere...

Page 19: ...e 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 cut up 21 2 to...

Page 20: ...o 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 level 10 F...

Page 21: ...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 stand 5 minutes to complete defros...

Page 22: ...ke sure the handle does not touch the food or the top or sides of the oven Do not leave the probe in the oven if it s not inserted in food If it touches the oven wall it may damage the oven Cooking Ti...

Page 23: ...How to Use the Probe and Set the Temperature Yourself 1 Insert the temperature probe in the center of a casserole and attach it securely in the oven wall 2 Press TEMP COOK ROAST once 3 Enter the desir...

Page 24: ...king bag Insert the probe through the cooking bag horizontally into the center meaty area not touching bone or fat Make sure the handle does not touch the food or top or sides of the oven When using t...

Page 25: ...f Pot Roast 5 7 Add enough liquid to just cover meat If adding vegetables make sure they are completely covered by liquid Chili 5 8 Precook meat Stir after 3 hours if possible Chicken Stewing 4 6 Add...

Page 26: ...g and cause food to overcook Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead...

Page 27: ...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 Press 9 again to add another 10...

Page 28: ...t and press START immediately After removing food from the oven stir if possible to even out the temperature If food is not hot enough use Time Cook to reheat for more time Reheated foods may have wid...

Page 29: ...it your personal taste Reduce time by 10 Press 1 after the food pad Add 10 to cooking time Press 9 after the food pad NOTE Do not use the metal shelf with Sensor Cooking Sensor Cooking Canned Vegetabl...

Page 30: ...rd press 0 To erase a recorded message press 0 during playback Message Pad Custom 1 Custom 2 The CUSTOM 1 and 2 pads allow you to save two of your most frequently used settings Temperature and sensor...

Page 31: ...lete Reminder 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 Select AM or PM 4 Press START or CLOCK Clock To remind you that you have...

Page 32: ...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 microwave clock shows the...

Page 33: ...4 Press 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...

Page 34: ...An automatic fan feature protects the microwave from too much heat rising from the cooktop below it It automatically turns on at low speed if it senses too much heat If you have turned the fan on you...

Page 35: ...and off automatically at any time you want 1 Press AUTO NITE LIGHT 2 Enter the time you want the light to turn on Select AM or PM 3 Press AUTO NITE LIGHT again and enter the time you want the light to...

Page 36: ...sseroles or other cookware that may be too tall to cook on two levels The upper position gives you the option to reheat or cook more than one dish of food at the same time Make sure the shelf is posit...

Page 37: ...r 1 2 the time and give dishes 1 2 turn Place dense foods or those that require a longer cook time on the shelf first To reheat on 2 levels or To reheat 2 dishes on the lower level 1 Multiply reheat t...

Page 38: ...educe cooking time Venting 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 mic...

Page 39: ...sils on oven walls Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave Removable Turntable and Turntable Support To prevent breakage do not place the turntable into water just after cook...

Page 40: ...damage it Some paper towels can also scratch the control panel Door Surface It s important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the micro wave Use only mild non abrasive detergents app...

Page 41: ...r WB36X936 from your GE supplier Tubular 40 watt bulbs 40T6 1 2 2 available in supermarkets and hardware stores may also be used for replacements Cooktop Light Night Light 1 To replace the oven light...

Page 42: ...ters must ALWAYS be in place when the hood is used The grease filters should be cleaned once a month or as needed Reusable Grease Filters To remove slide it to the rear using the tab Pull it down and...

Page 43: ...Charcoal Filter on some 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...

Page 44: ...or reset circuit breaker may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped Power surge Unplug the microwave oven then plug it back in Plug not fully inserted Make sure the 3 prong plug on the into wall outl...

Page 45: ...preset the power level when it is and cannot be changed not allowed Problem Possible Cause What to Do Steam or vapor escaping from around the door Light reflection around door or outer case Dimming ov...

Page 46: ...Repair Service 800 626 2000 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 GE offers Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mob...

Page 47: ...er servicing may cause unsafe operation Parts and Accessories If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are three steps to follow for further help First contact the people...

Page 48: ...ate is needed to obtain service under warranty Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Owner s Manual If you then have any questions about operating the product please...