GE JES2051SN4SS, JES2051SN3SS, JES2051SN2SS, JES2051SN1SS, JES2051DN4WW Owner’s Manual

Microwave Oven

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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . 2–9

Operating Instructions

Auto Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . 28, 29

Changing the Power Level. . . . . . .12

Features of Your

Microwave Oven . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11

Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Other Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24–26

Sensor Features. . . . . . . . . . . . 20–23

Time Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13–18

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . 30, 31

Things That Are Normal

With Your Microwave Oven . . . . . 32

Consumer Support

Consumer Support. . . . . .Back Cover

Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . 33, 34

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Owner’s Manual

JES2051

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # _______________________

Serial #________________________

Find these numbers on a label inside the oven. MFL38268203 49-40582-1 10-14 GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

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

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a)Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door open since opendoor operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.

( b) Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

(c)Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:

(1)door (bent)

(2)hinges and latches (broken or loosened)

(3)door seals and sealing surfaces.

(d)The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

■Read and follow the specific precautions in the Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy section above.

■This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See the Grounding Instructions section on page 8.

■Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.

■Be certain 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.

■This microwave 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 is in operation.

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Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

■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.

■Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.

■Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat, dry or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use.

■Do not store this appliance outdoors.

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■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 appliance when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven while cooking.

–Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or plastic containers before placing them 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 the 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. If the door is opened, the fire may spread.

–Do not use the Sensor Features twice in succession on the same food portion. If food is undercooked after the first countdown, use Time Cook for additional cooking time.

■It is important 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. Rinse well.

■This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

■As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

ARCING

If you see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFF pad and correct the problem.

Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by:

■Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.

■Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).

■Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins or gold-rimmed dishes, in the microwave.

■Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave.

FOODS

■Do not pop popcorn in your microwave oven unless in a special microwave popcorn accessory or unless you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens.

■Some products such as whole

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■Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst, possibly resulting in injury.

■Operating the microwave with no food inside for more than a minute or two may cause damage to the oven and could start a fire. It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the oven.

■Foods with unbroken outer “skin” such as potatoes, hot dogs, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other giblets, and egg yolks should be pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking.

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■ Superheated water

Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling

or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.

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■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 careful to prevent scalding when warming formula. The container may feel cooler than the formula really is. Always test the formula before feeding the baby.

■Don’t defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked bottles (especially carbonated beverages). Even if the container 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, including popcorn bags, cooking pouches and boxes. To prevent possible injury, direct steam away from hands and face.

■Do not overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate and catch fire, causing damage to your oven.

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poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE

Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic

sheen can be used. Some cookware is labeled “suitable for microwaving.”

■If you are not sure if a dish is microwave-safe, use this test: Place in the oven both the dish you are testing and a glass measuring cup

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If the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup heats, then the dish is microwave-safe.

■If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.

■Do not use recycled paper products. Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed paper may contain metal flecks which could cause arcing or ignite. Paper products containing nylon 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 burn the floor of the oven or ignite a paper towel.

■Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers.

■Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave 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.

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■“Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by package. If they 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.

■Use foil only as directed in this manual. TV dinners 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 inch away from the sides of the oven.

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Follow these guidelines:

Use microwave-safe plastics only 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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

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

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.

This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly 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. If the power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance. (See WARNING - EXTENSION CORDS section.)

For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker.

NOTE: Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance.

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WARNING!

EXTENSION CORDS

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

Extension cords may be used if you are careful in using them.

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The marked electrical 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 interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times may be longer, too.

NOTICE: PACEMAKERS

Most pacemakers are shielded from interference from electronic products, including microwaves. However, patients with pacemakers may wish to consult their physicians if they have concerns.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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About the features of your microwave oven.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

1200 Watts

Features of the Oven

Door Latches.

Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.

Convenience Guide.

Touch Control Panel and Display.

Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door.

Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may 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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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
Defrost Auto/Time	Amount of defrosting time
Press twice
Express Cook	Starts immediately!
Add 30 Sec	Starts immediately!
Power Level	Power level 1–10

Sensor Features and Auto Feature

Press	Enter	Option
Popcorn	Starts immediately!	more/less time
Beverage	Starts immediately!
Reheat	Starts immediately!	more/less time
Chicken/Fish	Starts immediately!	more/less time
Press once (chicken pieces)
Press twice (fish fillets)
Potato	Starts immediately!	more/less time
Vegetable	Starts immediately!
Press once (fresh vegetables)		more/less time
Press twice (frozen vegetables)		more/less time
Press three times (canned vegetables)		more/less time
		(on some models)
Defrost Auto/Time	Food weight
Press once

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