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GEAppliances.com

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Consumer Product Ownership Registration

Dear Customer:
Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. 
We are proud to have you as a customer!

Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment:

Important: If you did not get a registration card with your 

product, detach and return the form below to 
ensure that your product is registered, or register
online at GEAppliances.com.

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Serial Number

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Complete and mail
your Consumer
Product Ownership
Registration today.

Have the peace of
mind of knowing we
can contact you in
the unlikely event of a
safety modification.

After mailing the
registration below, 
store this document 
in a safe place. It
contains information
you will need should 
you require service. 
Our service number is
800.GE.CARES 
(800.432.2737).

Read your Owner’s
Manual carefully.
It will help you
operate your new
appliance properly.

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Summary of Contents for JE2160

Page 1: ...r Features 13 15 Time Features 9 12 Care and Cleaning 19 Troubleshooting Tips 20 Things That Are Normal 20 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 21 22 Warranty 23 164D3370P238 49 40298 2 01 03 JR www GEAppliances com Write the model and serial numbers here Model __________________ Serial __________________ You can find them on a label inside the oven ...

Page 2: ...aboratory or industrial use Do not store this appliance outdoors Do not use this product near water for example in a wet basement near a swimming pool or near a sink Keep power cord away from heated surfaces Do not immerse power cord or plug in water Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity Do not overcook food Carefully attend applianc...

Page 3: ... a spoon or tea bag is put into it To prevent this from happening and causing injury do not heat any liquid for more than 2 minutes per cup After heating let the cup stand in the microwave for 30 seconds before moving it or putting anything into it Avoid heating baby food in glass jars even with the lid off Make sure all infant food is thoroughly cooked Stir food to distribute the heat evenly Be c...

Page 4: ...icrowave ovens Check the package for proper use Paper towels waxed paper and plastic wrap can be used to cover dishes in order to retain moisture and prevent spattering Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware Boilable cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags sho...

Page 5: ... disconnection of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal You should have the two prong wall receptacle replaced with a three prong grounding receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance Ensure proper ground and firm connection before use TEMPORARY METHOD Align large prongs slots Adapter plugs not permitted ...

Page 6: ...al rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance The extension cord must be a grounding type 3 wire cord and it must be plugged into a 3 slot outlet The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally If you use an extension cord the...

Page 7: ...emovable Turntable Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven The turntable may be removed for cleaning Removable Turntable Support The turntable support must be in place when using the oven NOTE Rating plate oven vent s and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven Optional Accessories Available at extra cost from your GE supplier Choose the appropriate Inst...

Page 8: ...tely POWER LEVEL Power level 1 10 ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately Sensor Features and Auto Features Press Enter Options POPCORN Starts immediately more less time VEGETABLE Starts immediately more less time Press once fresh vegetables Press twice frozen vegetables Press three times canned vegetables REHEAT Starts immediately BEVERAGE Starts immediately POTATO Starts immediately more less time CHICKEN...

Page 9: ... this is shown with power level 3 the defrost cycle If microwave energy did not cycle off the outside of the food would cook before the inside was defrosted Here are some examples of uses for various power levels High 10 Fish bacon vegetables boiling liquids Med High 7 Gentle cooking of meat and poultry baking casseroles and reheating Medium 5 Slow cooking and tenderizing for stews and less tender...

Page 10: ... to 6 min In 1 qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Corn on the cob fresh 1 to 5 ears 11 4 to 4 min In 2 qt glass baking dish place corn If corn is in per ear husk use no water if corn has been husked add 1 4 cup water Rearrange after half of time frozen 1 ear 3 to 6 min Place in 2 qt oblong glass baking dish 2 to 6 ears 2 to 3 min Cover with vented plastic wrap Rearrange after per ear half of t...

Page 11: ...r in the cavity until giblets can be removed Turkey breast 4 to 6 lbs 3 to 8 min Place unwrapped breast in microwave safe dish breast side down After first half per lb of time turn breast side up and shield warm areas with foil Defrost for second half of time Let stand 1 to 2 hours in refrigerator to complete defrosting Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructio...

Page 12: ...e below enter food weight For example press pads 1 and 2 for 1 2 pounds 1 pound 3 ounces Press START Time Defrost is explained in the About the time features section There is a handy guide located on the inside front of the oven Remove meat from package and place on microwave safe dish When the oven signals turn the food over Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil Aft...

Page 13: ...for best sensor cooking Always use microwave safe containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap Never use tight sealing plastic containers they can prevent steam from escaping 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 the sensor D...

Page 14: ...If you find that the brand of popcorn you use underpops or overcooks consistently you can add or subtract 20 30 seconds to the automatic popping time To subtract time After pressing POPCORN press 1 immediately after the oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time Press 1 again to reduce cooking time another 10 seconds total 30 seconds less time To add time After pressing POPCORN press 9 immediate...

Page 15: ... pad once for fresh vegetables twice for frozen vegetables or three times for canned vegetables For chicken or fish press the CHICKEN FISH pad once for chicken pieces or twice for fish The oven starts immediately The oven signals when steam is sensed and the time remaining begins counting down Turn or stir the food if necessary Do not open the oven door until time is counting down If the door is o...

Page 16: ...The REM indicator will remain lit to show that the Reminder is set To clear the Reminder before it occurs press REMINDER then 0 The REM indicator will no longer be lit 4 3 2 1 Scroll Speed The scroll speed of the display can be changed Press and hold the AM PM pad about 3 seconds to bring up the display Select 1 5 for slow to fast scroll speed Delay Start Delay Start allows you to set the microwav...

Page 17: ...s Safety Instructions Clock Press to enter the time of day Press CLOCK Enter the time of day Select AM or PM Press START or CLOCK To check the time of day while microwaving press CLOCK 4 3 2 1 Child Lock Out You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children To lock or unlock the controls press and hold CLEAR OFF for about three seconds When...

Page 18: ...e even heating and reduce 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 microwaving you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry which would cook before larger parts Standing Time When you cook with regul...

Page 19: ...ntable into water just after cooking Wash it carefully in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher The turntable and support can be broken if dropped Remember do not operate the oven without the turntable and support in place How to Clean the Outside Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave oven Case Clean th...

Page 20: ...after selecting AUTO DEFROST selecting AUTO DEFROST Oven was paused accidentally Press START to restart the cooking program SENSOR ERROR message During the Sensor cooking Close the door and press START immediately appears on display program the door was opened or START PAUSE was pressed before steam could be detected Steam was not detected in Use Time Cook to heat for more time maximum amount of t...

Page 21: ...otection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that all y...

Page 22: ...ct is registered or register online at GEAppliances com 1 2 3 Model Number Serial Number Cut here Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registration below store this document in a safe place It contains information you will need should you require ser...

Page 23: ...ed commercially Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance What GE Will Not Cover This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA Some states do not allo...

Page 24: ...ed warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories www GEAppliances com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent dire...

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