Page 2 - Safety Information; SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
■ Read and follow the specificprecautions in the Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure toExcessive Microwave Energy section above. ■ This appliance must begrounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See the Grounding Instructions section on page 8. ■ Install or locate this appliance only ...
Page 4 - FOODS; If you see arcing, press the; ARCING
Arcing is the microwave termfor sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: ■ The metal shelf notinstalled correctly so ittouches the microwave wall. ■ Metal or foil touching theside of the oven. ■ Foil not molded to food(upturned edges act likeantennas). ■ Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or g...
Page 5 - SUPERHEATED WATER
www.GEAppliances.com 5 Consumer Support Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information ■ SUPERHEATED WATER Microwaved water and otherliquids do not always bubblewhen they reach the boilingpoint. They can actually getsuperheated and not bubble at all. Superheated liquid will bubbleup...
Page 6 - MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE
Make sure all cookware usedin your microwave oven issuitable for microwaving.Most glass casseroles, cookingdishes, measuring cups,custard cups, pottery or chinadinnerware which does nothave metallic trim or glazewith a metallic sheen can beused. Some cookware islabeled “suitable formicrowaving.” ■ I...
Page 8 - GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electricalshort circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock byproviding an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a power cord having agrounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must beplugged into an ou...
Page 9 - THE VENT FAN; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
www.GEAppliances.com Consumer Support Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 9 The fan will operate automatically under certain conditions (seeAutomatic Fan feature). Take care to prevent the starting andspreading of accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is in use. ■ C...
Page 10 - OPTIONAL KITS
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Consumer Support 10 Filler Panel KitsJX40WH—WhiteJX41—Black When replacing a 36 ″ range hood, filler panel kits fill in the additional width to provide a custom built-in appearance. For installation between cabinets only; not for end-of...
Page 11 - Features of the Oven
Consumer Support Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 11 About the features of your microwave oven. www.GEAppliances.com Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Features of the Oven Door Handle. Pull to open the door. The door mustbe secur...
Page 12 - You can microwave by time or with the convenience features.; About the features of your microwave oven.; Cooking Controls
Time Features Press Enter TIME COOK I & II Amount of cooking time Press once or twice TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time ADD 30 SEC. Starts immediately! POWER LEVEL Power level 1–10 AUTO DEFROST Food weight Convenience Features Press Enter Option POPCORN Starts immediately! Press 1 1.75 oz. ...
Page 14 - About the time features.; Time Cook I
About the time features. Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99minutes and 99 seconds. Power level 10 (High) is automatically set, but youmay change it for more flexibility. You may open the door during TIME COOK to check the food. Close the door and press START to resume cooking....
Page 15 - Cooking Guide for Time Cook I and Time Cook II; Vegetable
15 Consumer Support Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information www.GEAppliances.com Cooking Guide for Time Cook I and Time Cook II NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. 6 to 9 min., In 1 1 ⁄ 2 -qt. o...
Page 18 - Defrosting Guide; Food
Defrosting Guide Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the time features. 18 Food Time Comments Breads, CakesBread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 3 to 5 min. Fish and SeafoodFillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 8 min. Shellfish, ...
Page 19 - Add 30 Seconds
www.GEAppliances.com Consumer Support Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 19 Add 30 Seconds You can use this feature two ways: ■ It will add 30 seconds to the time counting downeach time the pad is pressed. ■ It can be used as a quick way to set 30 seconds of cooking time...
Page 20 - About the auto defrost feature.; Auto Defrost
About the auto defrost feature. Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Consumer Support 20 Auto Defrost Auto Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results formeats, poultry and fish weighing up to six pounds. ■ Use the shelf...
Page 21 - Popcorn; About the convenience features.; Beverage
Consumer Support Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Popcorn How to Use the Popcorn Feature Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 1.75 ounces or largerthan 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcornin the center of the microwave. Press POP...
Page 22 - Reheat; Pad Food Type
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Consumer Support About the convenience features. 22 Reheat The Reheat feature reheats 1 to 3 servings of many previously cooked foods. Press REHEAT . Select food type 1–4. Enter the serving size. The oven startsautomatically. 3 2 1 Pad ...
Page 23 - Clock
Consumer Support Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 23 Clock Press to enter the time of day or to check the timeof day while microwaving. Press CLOCK . Enter time of day. Press START . 3 2 1 Timer Timer operates as a minute timer and can be used at any time, even when th...
Page 24 - Other features your model may have.; Pause; Turntable; Automatic Fan
Other features your model may have. Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Consumer Support 24 Pause In addition to clearing entries, CLEAR/OFF allows you to stop cooking without opening the door orclearing the display . Child Lock-out You may lock the control panel to preve...
Page 25 - Surface Light; Vent Fan; Custom
Consumer Support Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 25 www.GEAppliances.com Surface Light Press SURFACE LIGHT once for bright light, twice for the night light or three times to turn the light off. Vent Fan The vent fan removes steam and other vapors fromsurface cooking. ...
Page 26 - Options
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Consumer Support 26 Options Press the OPTIONS pad and select from the available options: Sound On/Off The beeper sound level can be adjusted. Press 1 to select Sound On/Off. Then, press 1 to turn the sound on or 2 to turn the sound off....
Page 27 - Shelf
Consumer Support Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information 27 www.GEAppliances.com Shelf Food microwaves best when placed on the turntable.Use the shelf for dishes that are too large to fit on the turntable. For best cooking results, remove the shelf unlessyou are reheating on ...
Page 28 - Shelf and Reheating
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Consumer Support 28 Other features your model may have. Switch places after 1/2 time Switch places after 1/2 time Shelf and Reheating ■ To reheat on 2 levels OR ■ To reheat 2 dishes on the lower level: Multiply reheat time by 1 1 / 2 . ...
Page 30 - Care and cleaning of the microwave oven.
Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution ofbaking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. NOTE: Be certain the power is off before cleaning anypart of this oven. How to Clean the Inside Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Partson the Door Some spatters can be removed wit...
Page 31 - How to Clean the Outside
31 Consumer Support Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information How to Clean the Outside Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol onthe microwave oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damagethe appearance of the microwave. Bottom Clean off the grease and dust on the bottom often....
Page 32 - Cooktop Light/Night Light; Replacing the lightbulbs.
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Consumer Support 32 Cooktop Light/Night Light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 30-wattincandescent bulb (WB36X10132), available from your GE supplier. To replace the bulb(s), first disconnect thepower at the main fuse or circuit break...
Page 33 - About the exhaust feature.; The Vent Fan; Reusable Grease Filters
33 Consumer Support Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information About the exhaust feature. www.GEAppliances.com The Vent Fan The vent fan has 2 metal reusable grease filters. Models that recirculate air back into the room alsouse a charcoal filter. Reusable Grease Filters The met...
Page 34 - To Remove Charcoal Filter
Safety Information Operating Instructions Troubleshooting T ips Consumer Support 34 Charcoal Filter (on some models) The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must bereplaced. Order Part No. WB02X10776 from your GE supplier. If the model is not vented to the outside, the air willbe recirculated thro...
Page 35 - Before you call for service.; Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven; Problem
35 Consumer Support Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information Before you call for service. www.GEAppliances.com Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Things That Are Normal With Your Mi...
Page 37 - GE Service Protection Plus; General Electric Company; Please place in envelope and mail to:
37 GE Service Protection Plus ™ GE, a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability, offers you Service Protection Plus ™ —comprehensive protection on all your appliances— No Matter What Brand! Benefits Include:• Backed by GE• All brands covered• Unlimited service calls• All parts and labo...
Page 38 - Model Number; Consumer Product Ownership Registration; Model Number; Important
Day Year Street Address 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: Complete and mailyour Consume...
Page 39 - GE Microwave Oven Warranty.; Consumer Support; What GE Will Not Cover:
GE Microwave Oven Warranty. Consumer Support Troubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Information This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchasedfor ordinary home use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping ...
Page 40 - GE Appliances Website
Printed in Korea Consumer Support. GE Appliances Website www.GEAppliances.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts, cata...
