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Safety Instructions .......... 2-11

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Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning ............ 2/4,25

Changing the Power Level ....... 14

ConvenienceFeatures............ 19

Cook Features ................ 15-18

Featuresof Your

Microwave Oven .............. 12,!3

Microwave Terms ................ 23

Other Features ............... 2!, 22

SensorFeatures .................. 20

Troubleshooting Tips .......... 26

ThingsThatAre Normal

With Your Microwave Oven ...... 26

Consumer Support

ConsumerSupport ............... 28

Warrantg ......................... 27

JES1160

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Write the model and serial numbers here:
Nodel #
Serial #

Find these numbers on u label inside
the oven.

DE68-O3642A 49-40599-1 05-09JR

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When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be
followed, including the following:

ZLWARNING!

To reduce the risk of bums, electric shock, fire, injury to persons
or exposure to excessive microwave energbt:

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE

TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) Do NotAttempt to operate this (c)

oven with the door open since
open-door operation can result
in harmful exposure to microwave
energU.Itisimportant not to defeat
or tamper with the safetUinterlocks.

(b) Do Not Place any object between

the oven front face and the door
or allow soilor cleaner residueto

accumulate on sealing surfaces. (d)

: Read and follow the specific

precautions in the Precautions to

Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive
Microwave Energy section above.

: Thisappliance must be grounded.

Connect onlgto a properlg grounded
outlet. Seethe Grounding Instructions

sectionon page 8.
Install or locate this appliance onlU

in accordance with the provided
Installation Instructions.

Do Not Operate the oven if it is
damaged. It is particularl Uimportant
that the ovendoor close properlU
and that there isno damage to the:

(!) door (bent)

(2)hingesand latches

(brokenor loosened)

(3)door sealsand sealing surfaces.

TheOven Should Not be adjusted
or repaired by anyone except

properlUqualified service personnel.

Becertain to place the front surface
of the door three inches or more back

from the countertop edge to avoid

accidental tipping of the appliance
in normal usage.

Some products such as whole eggs
and sealedcontainers-for example,
closedjars-are able to explode and

should not be heated in this microwave
oven.Such use of the microwave oven

could result in injury.

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Usethisappliance only for its intendedpurpose as describedin this
Owner'sManual.

Thismicrowave oven is not approved
or tested for marine use.

Do not store anything directly on top
of the microwave oven surface when

the microwave oven isin operation.
Do not operate this appliance if it has

a damaged power cord or plug, if it is
not working properly or if it has been

damaged or dropped.

: Donot cover or block any openings

on the appliance.
Usethis appliance only for its intended

useas described in this manual. Donot
usecorrosive chemicals or vapors in

thisappliance. Thismicrowave oven is
specifically designedto heat, dry or
cook food and isnot intended for

laboratory or industrial use.
Do not store this appliance outdoors.

Do not usethis product near water-
for example, in a wet basement, near a
swimming pool, near a sinkor in similar

locations.
Keeppower 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.

: Thisappliance shall not be installed less

than 36"above the floor to the bottom
of the product. Aminimum spacing of

3" must be maintained between the
microwave oven and the sidewalls.

To reduce the risk of fire in the oven

cavity:
Do not overcookfood. Carefully attend

appliance when paper,plastic or other
combustible materials are placed inside

the oven while cooking.

Removewire twist-ties and metal
handles from paper or plastic
containers before placing them

in the oven.
Do not usethe oven for storage

purposes. Do not leave paper products,
cooking utensils or food inthe oven

when not in use.
Ifmaterials insidethe oven ignite, keep

the oven door closed,turn the oven off

and disconnect the power cord, or shut
off power at the fuse or circuit breaker

panel. Ifthe door is opened,the fire
may spread.

It isimportant to keep the area clean
where the door seals against the

microwave. Use only mild,non-abrasive
detergents applied with a clean sponge
or soft cloth. Rinsewell.

This appliance should be serviced only

by qualified servicepersonnel. Contact
nearest authorized servicefacility for

examination, repair or adjustment.
Aswith ann appliance, close

supervision isnecessary when used
by children.

Thismicrowave is not approved for a
built-in installation.

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WARNING!

ARCING

If gou see orcing, press the Pause/Cancel pad

and correct the problem.

Arcing isthe microwave term
for sparksin the oven.Arcing
iscaused bg:

Metal or foil touching the side
of the oven.

Foilnot molded to food
(upturned edgesact like

antennas).

FOODS

Metal,such as twist-ties,
poultrg pinsor gold-rimmed

dishes,in the microwave.
Recgcledpaper towels

containing small metal pieces
being usedin the microwave.

Do not pop popcorn in gour
microwave oven unless ina

special microwave popcorn
accessorgor unless gou use

popcorn labeled for use in
microwave ovens.

Do not boileggs in a
microwave oven. Pressure

will build up inside egg golk
and will cause it to burst,

possiblgresulting in injurg.

Operating the microwave
with no food insidefor more

than a minute or two mag

causedamage to the oven
and could start a fire.

It increasesthe heat around

the magnetron and can

shorten the life of the oven.
Foodswith unbroken outer

"skin"such aspotatoes, hot
dogs,sausages,tomatoes,

apples,chicken liversand other
giblets and egg golksshould

be pierced to allow steam to
escape during cooking.

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SUPERHEATEDWATER

Liquids,such as water,coffee or
tea are able to be overheated

begond the boiling point
without appearing to be boiling.
Visiblebubbling or boiling when

the container isremoved from
the microwave oven isnot

alwags present. THISCOULD
RESULTtN VERYHOTLIQUIDS

SUDDENLYBOILINGOVER
WHENTHECONTAINERtS
DISTURBEDORA SPOONOR
OTHERUTENSILtSINSERTED

INTOTHELIQUID.

Toreduce the risk of injury
to persons:

- Do not overheat the liquid.

- Stirthe liquid both before and
halfwa Uthrough heating it.

- Do not usestraight-sided
containers with narrow necks.

After heating, allowthe

container to stand in the
microwave oven for a short

time before removing the
container.

- Useextreme care when
inserting a spoon or other

utensil into the container.

Avoid heating baby food in
glassjars, evenwith the lid off.

Makesure all infant food is

thoroughlg cooked. Stirfood to

distribute the heat evenlg. Be
careful to prevent scalding
when warming formula. The

container mag feel cooler than
the formula reallgis,Alwags
test the formula before feeding
the babg.

Don't defrostfrozen beverages

in narrow-necked bottles

(especiallUcarbonated

beverages).Evenif the

container is opened, pressure

can build up.This can cause
the container to burst, possiblU

resulting in injury.

Hotfoods and steam can

causeburns. Becareful when

opening anUcontainers of hot
food, including popcorn bags,

cooking pouches and boxes.
To prevent possibleinjury,

direct steam awaUfrom

hands and face.

Do not overcook potatoes.
Theu could dehydrate and

catch fire, causing damage
to uour oven.

Cookmeat and poultry
thoroughlu-meat to

at least an INTERNAL
temperature of 160°F

and poultry to at least

an INTERNALtemperature

of 180°RCookingto these
temperatures usually protects

against foodborne illness.

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WARNING!

MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE

Makesure all cookware used in
gour microwave oven issuitable

for microwaving. Most glass
casseroles,cooking dishes,
measuring cups, custard cups,
potterg or china dinnerware

which does not have metallic trim
or glaze with a metallic sheen can

be used. Somecookware is
labeled "suitablefor microwaving."

Ifgou are not sure if adish is
microwave-safe, use thistest:

Placein the oven both the dish
gou aretesting and a glass

measuring cup filledwith ! cup
of water-set the measuring
cup either in or next to the dish.
Microwave ! minute at high.

Ifthe dish heats,it should not
be used for microwaving.

Ifthe dish remains cool and
onlg the water in the cup

heats,then the dish is
microwave-safe.

Ifgou use a meat thermometer
while cooking, makesure it is

safe for use in microwave

ovens.

Do not use recgcled paper
products. Recgcled paper

towels, napkins and waxed

paper can contain metal flecks
which mag cause arcing or
ignite.Paper products
containing nglon or nglon

filaments should be avoided,

astheg mag also ignite.
Somestgrofoam trags (like

those that meat is packaged

on)havea thin strip of metal
embedded inthe bottom.

When microwaved, the metal
can burn the floor of the oven

or ignite a paper towel.
Do not usethe microwave

to drg newspapers.

Not all plastic wrap issuitable

for use in microwave ovens.

Checkthe package for
proper use.

Papertowels, waxed paper
and plastic wrap can be used

to cover dishes in order to

retain moisture and prevent
spattering. Besure to vent
plastic wrap so steam can

escape.
Cookware mag become hot

because of heat transferred

from the heated food. Pot

holders mag be needed to
handle the cookware.

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"Boilable"cooking pouches and
tightly closed plastic bags
should be slit, pierced or
vented as directed by package.
Ifthey are not, plastic could
burst during or immediately
after cooking, possibly resulting
in injury. Also,plastic storage

containers should be at least
partially uncovered because

they form a tight seal.When
cooking with containers tightly
covered with plastic wrap,
remove covering carefully
and direct steam away

from hands and face.
Usefoil only as directed in

thisguide. TVdinners may be
microwaved in foil trays less
than 3/4" high; remove the top
foil cover and return the tray to
the box.When using foil in the
microwave oven, keep the foil
at least 1" away from the sides

of the oven.

Plasticcookware-Plastic

cookware designed for

microwave cooking isvery

usefulbut should be used

carefully. Evenmicrowave-safe

plastic may not be as tolerant

of overcooking conditions as

are glassor ceramic materials

and may soften orchar if

subjected to short periods

of overcooking. Inlonger

exposuresto overcooking,
the food and cookware

could ignite.

Follow these guidelines:

Usemicrowave-safe
plasticsonly and use

them in strict compliance
with the cookware

manufacturer's
recommendations.

:_ Do not microwave empty

containers.

Do not permit children

to use plastic cookware

without complete
supervision.

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a,WARNING!

Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk
of electric shock.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Thisappliance must be grounded. Inthe event of an electrical short
circuit, grounding reducesthe risk of electric shock bUproviding an
escape wirefor the electric current.

Thisappliance isequipped with a power cord having a grounding wire
with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is
properlUinstalled andgrounded.

Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if the grounding
instructions are not completel Uunderstood or if doubt exists as to
whether the appliance isproperlUgrounded.

Ifthe outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is uour personal
responsibilitUand obligation to haveit replaced with a properlU
grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground)prong
from the power cord.

We do not recommend using an extension cord with this appliance.
Ifthe power cord istoo short, have a qualified electrician or service
technician install an outlet near the appliance. (SeeWARNING--

EXTENSIONCORDSsection.)
For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to

prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuseor tripping of circuit breaker.

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ADAPTER PLUGS

Usage situations where appliance's power cord will be disconnected
infrequently.

Becauseof potential safety
hazards under certain conditions, (Adapte_plugsnot

we strongly recommend against permittedin Canada)
the use of an adapter plug. However, Alignlarge I r_ II

if gou stillelect to usean adapter, pr°ngs/sl°ts_ I _ Jl
where local codes permit. _-.._ o_S._J-"

a TEIvtPORARYCONNECTIONmag / _
be made to a properlg grounded

2-prong wall receptacle bUthe useof TEMPORARYandfirm conoection

a UL-listed adapter which is available M'ETHOO beforeuse.

at most local hardware stores.
Thelarger slot inthe adapter must bealigned with the larger slot

in the wall receptacle to provide proper polaritUin the connection
of the power cord.

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Ensurep[operground

CAUTION: ttach,ngtheadaptergroundterm,nal

to the wall receptaclecoverscrew doesnot ground the appliance unless
the cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and the wall receptacle is
grounded through the house wiring.

Youshould havethe circuit checked bg a qualified electrician to make
surethe receptacle isproperl Ugrounded.

When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter,alwags hold the
adapter with one hand. Ifthis isnot done, the adapter ground terminal
isverg likelg to break with repeated use.Shouldthis happen, DO NOT
USEthe appliance until a proper ground has again beenestablished.

Usage situations where appliance's power cord will be disconnected
frequently:

Do not use an adapter plug in these situations because frequent
disconnection ofthe power cord places undue strain on the adapter
and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal. You should
have the 2-prong wall receptacle replaced with a 3-prong (grounding)
receptacle bg a qualified electrician before using the appliance.

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WARNING!

EXTENSION CORDS

Ashort power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

Extensioncords maUbe used if Uouare careful in using them.
Ifan extensioncord is used-

Themarkedelectricalratingoftheextensioncordshould

........................be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;

:_ Theextension cord must be a grounding-tupe, 3-wire cord,

and it must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet;

Theextension cord should be arranged sothat it will not drape
overthe countertop or tabletop where it can be pulledon by

children or tripped over unintentionall U.

Ifyou use an extension cord,the interior light may flicker and the
blower sound maUvary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times
maUbe longer,too.

NOTICE--PACEMAKERS

Mostpacemakers are shieldedfrom interference from electronic
products, including microwaves. However,patients with pacemakers
maUwish to consult their physicians iftheUhave concerns.

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About the features of your microwave oven.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance mabl varg from gour
model.

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Door Latches.

Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be

viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.

Convenience Guide.

Touch Control Panel Display.

Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door.

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O Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place

when using the oven. The turntable mag be removed for

cleaning.

NOTE:Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside
walls of the microwave oven.

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Cooking Controls

You can microwave by time, convenience features or sensor
features.

_ew_ 0 Time Features

veU Press Enter

2 3 Number Pads Amount of cooking

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4

5 6 Starts immediatelg.

7

8 9 defrosted and press

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{TimeCook} time

Defrost Weight of food to be

Start.

Add 30 sec Starts immediatelg.
Power Level Power level1-10

Press Enter

Popcorn Starts immediotelg.
Potato Starts immediotelg.
Vegetable Starts immediotelg.
Frozen Entree Starts immediotelg.

Convenience Features

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Press Enter

Pizza Starts immediatelg.
Snack Codes Pressone time for

Chicken Nuggets,
two times for Frozen

Sandwich,three
times for Potato

Skinsand four times
for Chickenwings.

Beverage Startsimmediotelg.

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About changing the power level

Thepower level may beentered or changed immediatelg

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

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after entering the cooking time.

_ Enter cooking time.
_ PressPower Level
_ Selectdesired power level !-!0.
_ PressStart.

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4 5 6

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_Start_

Variablepower levelsadd flexibilitg to microwave cooking.
Thepower levelson the microwave oven can be
compared to the surface units on a range. Eachpower
levelgivesgou microwave energg a certain percent of the
time.Power level 7 is microwave energg 70% of the time.
Power level 3 is energg 30% of the time. Most cooking will
be done on High (power level 10) which gives gou !00%
power.Power level 10 will cook faster but food mag need
more frequent stirring, rotating or turning over.A lower
setting will cook more evenlg and need lessstirring or
rotating of the food. Somefoods mag have better flavor,
texture or appearance ifone of the lower settings isused.
Usea lower power level when cooking foods that have
atendency to boil over,such asscalloped potatoes.

Restperiods (whenthe microwave energg cgcles off) give
time for the food to "equalize"or transfer heat to the inside
of the food. An example of this isshown with powerlevel
3-the defrost cgcle. If microwave energg did not cgcle off,

the outside ofthe food would cook before the insidewas
defrosted.

Hereare some examples ofusesfor variouspower 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
lesstender cuts of meat.

Low 2or 3: Defrosting; simmering; delicate sauces.
Warm 1: Keepingfood warm; softening butter.

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Power level is automaticallg set to the highest level.

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4 5 6

7 8 9

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Youcan change it for more flexibilitg.

Entercookingtime.

Change power level if you don't want full power.

..........(PressPower Level. Selecta desiredpower levelfrom

! to High (100%)in increments of !0.)

_i PressStart.

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1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

Youmag open the door during cooking to check
the food. PressPause/Cancel before opening the door.
Closethe door and pressStart to resume cooking.

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Aboutthecookfeatures.

Cooking Guide
NOTE:Use power level at 100% unless otherwise noted.

AsParagus

(freshSpears) 1 lb. Sto 8 min., InlY2-qt, oblong glassbaking

(frozenSpears) lO-oz, package 4 to 7 min. In!-qt. casserole.

70% Power dish,place 1/4 cup water.

(freshgreen)

(frozengreen) lO-oz, package

(frozenlima)lO-oz, package

Beets
(fresh,whole) 1 bunch

Broccoli
(freshcut) 1 bunch 5to 9 min.

(freshspeors) i bunch 7 to 11 min.

(frozenl in-oz, package 4to 7 min.

Chopped)

(frozenSpears) lO-oz, package 4 to 7 min.

Cabbage

(fresh) 1 medium head 6to 10 min.

(wedges) 5to 9 min.

carrots

(fresh,Sliced)I lb. 4to 8 min.

(frozen) lO-oz, package 3 to 7 min.

Cauliflower
(flowerets) 1 medium head 7to 11 min.

(fresh,whole)1 medium head 7to 15 min.

(frozen) lO-oz, package 3 to 7 min.

I6

1 lb.cutin half

(1!/4 to 1!/2 Ibs.}

(11/4to ll/zIbs.}

(about 2Ibs.}

10 to 15 min.

4 to 8 min.

4 to 8 min.

16 to 22 min.

InlY2-qt, casserole,place
1/2 cup water.

In1-qt. casserole,place
2tablespoons water.

In1-qt. casserole,place
1//4cup water.

In2-qt. casserole,place
1/2 cup water.

In2-qt. casserole,place
1/2 cup water.

In2-qt. oblong glass baking dish,
place 1//4cup water.

In1-qt. casserole.

In1-qt. casserole,place

3 tablespoons water.

InlY2- or 2-qt. casserole,place
1/4 cup water.

In2- or 3-qt. casserole,place
1//4cup water.

InlY2-qt, casserole,place
1/4 cup water.

In1-qt. casserole,place
2tablespoons water.

In2-qt. casserole,place
1/2 cup water.

In2-qt. casserole,place
1/2 cup water.

In1-qt. casserole,place
2tablespoons water.

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(frozen kernel) lO-oz, package 2 to 6 min. In !-qt. casserole, place

Cornon the cob

(fresh) 1to5ears 11/4to4 min.

(frozen) i ear

2to 6ears

Mixed

vegetables
(frozen) lO-oz, package 2 to 6 min.

(fresh,Shelled) 2 Ibs.unshelled

(frozen) 1a-oz. package

Potatoes
(fresh,cubed, 4 potatoes

white) (6to 8 oz. each}

(fresh,whole, 1 (6 to 8 oz.}

sweet or white)

Spinac h

(fresh)

ifrozen,ChO n d

and leaf)

Squash

(fresh,summer

and yellow)

(winter,acorn

or buttemut)

10to 16oz.

lO-oz, package

1 lb.sliced

1or 2 squash

(abouti lb.each}

per ear

3to 6 min.
2to 3 min.

per ear

7 to 10 min.

2 to 6 min.

9to 12 min.

2 to 4 min.

3to 6 min.

3to 6 min.

3to 5 min.

5to 9 min.

2 tablespoons water.

In 2-qt. glass baking dish, place
corn. Ifcorn is in husk,use no

water; if corn has been husked,
add 1/4 cup water. Rearrange

after half of time.
Placein 2-qt. oblong glass

baking dish.Cover with vented
plastic wrap. Rearrange after

half of time.

In 1-qt. casserole, place
3tablespoons water.

In 1-qt. casserole, place

1//4cup water.

In 1-qt. casserole, place
2tablespoons water.

Peeland cut into 1-inch cubes.
Placein 2-qt. casserolewith 1/2

cup water. Stirafter half oftime.
Piercewith cooking fork. Place

in center of the oven.Let stand
Sminutes.

In 2-qt. casserole, place washed
spinach.

In 1-qt. casserole, place
3tablespoons water.

In l_/2-qt,casserole,place 1/4
cup water.
Cutin half and remove fibrous
membranes. In2-qt. oblong
glass bakingdish, place squash
cut-side-down. Turn cut-side-up

after 4 minutes.

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