Summary of the content on the page No. 1
GEAppliances.com
Safety Information . . . . . . . . .2–6
Owner’s Manual
Operating Instructions
JE1160
Auto Features . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 13
Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . .17, 18
Oven Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8
Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Sensor Features . . . . . . . . . .13–16
Time Features . . . . . . . . . . . .9–12
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . .19
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . .20
Things That Are Norma
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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 (a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door (c) Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged. It is open since open-door operation can result in harmful parti
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and product near water—for example, in a wet basement, cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual. near a swimming pool, near a sink, or in similar This appliance
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! FOODS Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven Avoid heating baby food in glass jars, even unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory with the lid off. Make sure all infant food is or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in thoroughly cooked. Stir food to distribute the microwave ovens. heat evenly. Be careful to prevent scalding when warming formula. The container may feel cooler Some products such as who
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used in your microwave Cookware may become hot because of heat oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass transferred from the heated food. Pot holders casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard may be needed to handle the cookware. cups, pottery, or china dinnerware which does not “Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly closed have metall
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. ADAPTER PLUGS Usage situations where appliance’s power cord will be disconnected infrequently. (Adapter plugs not Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, permitted in Canada) we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug. Align large However, if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes prongs/slots permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two-prong wall recep
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the features of your microwave oven. GEAppliances.com Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1100 Watts Features of the Oven Door Latches. Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows Removable Turntable. Turntable and support cooking to be viewed while keeping must be in place when using the oven. The microwaves confined in t
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
About the features of your microwave oven. You can microwave by time, with the sensor features or with the auto feature. Cooking Controls Check the Convenience Guide before you begin. Time Features Press Enter TIME COOK Amount of cooking time Press once or twice TIME DEFROST Amount of defrosting time EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately! POWER LEVEL Power level 0 to HIGH MINUTE PLUS Starts immediately! Sensor Features and Auto Features Press Enter Option POPCORN Starts immediately! more/less time RIC
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About changing the power level. GEAppliances.com The power level may be entered or Rest periods (when the microwave energy changed before entering the time for cycles off) give time for the food to Time Cook. “equalize” or transfer heat to the inside of the food. An example of this is shown Press TIME COOK. Press repeatedly to 1 with power level 3—the defrost cycle. select desired power level 0 to HIGH. If microwa
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
About the time features. Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use High power level unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Time Comments Asparagus 1 (fresh spears) 1 lb. 5 to 8 min., In 1 ⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/4 cup water. Med-High (7) (frozen spears) 10-oz. package 4 to 7 min. In 1-qt. casserole. Beans 1 (fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half 10 to 15 min. In 1 ⁄2-qt. casserole, place 1/2 cup water. (frozen green) 10-oz. package 4 to 8 min. In 1-qt. casserole, place 2 tablespoons water. (frozen lim
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for a selected length Defrosting Tips of time. See the Defrosting Guide for Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be suggested times. (Auto Defrost explained defrosted in the package. Closed packages in the About the auto feature section.) should be slit, pierced, or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage Press TIME DEFROST. 1 containers shoul
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
About the time features. Express Cook This is a quick way to set cooking time for 30 seconds. It will add 30 seconds to the time each time the pad is pressed. The oven will start immediately. Minute Plus You can use this feature two ways: It can be used as an express cook for 1 minute. No need to press START; It will add 1 minute to the time counting the oven will start immediately. down each time the pad is pressed. About the auto features. Auto Defrost There is a handy guide located
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com Auto Cook Select food type 1–5 and amount The Auto Cook feature automatically sets the 2 (see the Auto Cook Guide below). cooking times and power levels for a variety of foods. Press START. 3 Press AUTO COOK. 1 Auto Cook Guide Food Type Amount Comments 1 Beverage 1 1/2 cup Use wide-mouth mug. 2 1 cup 3 2 cups 2 Chicken Pieces 1 1/2 pound Use oblong, square or round 2 1 pound dish. Cover with vent
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
About the sensor features. Popcorn To use the Popcorn feature: How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time Follow package instructions, using 1 Time Cook if the package is less than If you find that the brand of popcorn you 1.5 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. use underpops or overcooks consistently, Place the package of popcorn in the you can add or subtract 10—20 seconds center of the microwave. to the automatic popping time. Press POPCORN. The oven starts To
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com Reheat The Reheat feature reheats 4–36 ounces Some Foods Not Recommended for of previously cooked foods or a plate of Use With Reheat leftovers. It is best to use Time Cook for these foods: Place covered food in the oven. Press Bread products. 1 REHEAT. The oven starts immediately. Foods that must be reheated uncovered. The oven signals when steam is 2 Foods that need to be stirred or rotate
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
About the sensor features. Baked Potato To add time: The Baked Potato feature cooks 2–5 potatoes. After pressing BAKED POTATO, press TIME COOK once before the oven starts Pierce skin with fork and place 1 for an extra 10–20 seconds. potatoes on the turntable. If cooking three or more potatoes, arrange in a To subtract time: star pattern. After pressing BAKED POTATO, press TIME COOK twice before the oven starts Press BAKED POTATO. The oven starts NOTE: Do not use this feature twice 2 for 10–
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the other features. GEAppliances.com Clock Press to enter the time of day. Press CLOCK. 1 Enter time of day. 2 Press CLOCK. 3 To choose between 12-hour or 24-hour time, select Clock Mode under the Help feature before setting the clock(see Help section). Pause/Clear In addition to clearing sections, PAUSE/CLEAR allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display. Press START to restart
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
About the other features. Help Clock Mode. The clock display can be Use the Help feature to choose from 4 set for 12-hour time or 24-hour time. a variety of options. Press 1 to select 12-hour time or 2 to Press HELP, then select the desired Help select 24-hour time. option: Energy Save. When Energy Save is 5 Child Lock-Out. You may lock the control turned on, the oven display will turn off 1 panel to prevent the oven from being when the oven is not in use. Press 1 to accidentally started or use
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. GEAppliances.com Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of this oven. How to Clean the Inside Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel, others may require a damp cloth. Remove greasy spatters w
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the chart below and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Oven will not start A fuse in your home may be blown • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. or the circuit breaker tripped. Power surge. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in. Plug not fully inserted into wall • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully outlet. inserted into wall outlet. Door not securely
