GE JES737WM02, JES737WM01 Owner’s Manual

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700 watts

model JES737

Safety Instructions .............. 2-5

Operating Instructions

Features .............................. 6

Quick Start ............................ 6

Changing Power Levels ................ 7

Time Features ...................... 7-10

Convenience Features ............. 10-11

Auto Feature ......................... 11

Other Features ....................... 12

Helpful Information

Microwave Terms ..................... 13

Care and Cleaning ................ 13-14

If Something Goes Wrong ............. 1/4

Things That Are Normal ............... 1/4

Microwave Oven Warrantg ..... 15

Consumer Support ....... back cover

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID

POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO

EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE

ENERGY

For gour safetg, the information in this manual must be followed
to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent propertg
damage, personal injurg or loss of life.

Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door open since

open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to
microwave energy It is important not to defeat or tamper with
the safet 9 interlocks

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

Do Not Operate the oven if it isdamaged It isparticularly important
that the oven door close properly and that there isno damage to the:

1 door (bent)

2 hinges and latches (brokenor loosened)
3 door seals and sealing surfaces

The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired bg angone except
properly qualified service personnel.

WARNING!

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

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.

• Read and follow the specific "Precautions to Avoid Possible
Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy" above

• This appliance must be grounded Connect onlg to properlg

rounded outlet See Grounding Instructions section on page/4

• Do not mount this appliance over a sink

• Install or locate this appliance onlg 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

• Do not mount the microwave oven over or near ang portion of
a heating or cooking appliance

• Do not store angthing directlg on top of the microwave oven
surface when the oven is in operation

• Do not operate ang heating or cooking appliance beneath
this microwave

• Use this appliance onlg for its intended use as described in this
manual Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance
This microwave oven is specificallg designed to heat drg or cook
food and is not intended for laboratorg or industrial use

• Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or
plug if it is not working properlg or if it has been damaged or
dropped

• Do not cover or block ang openings on the appliance

• Do not store this appliance outdoors Do not use this product near

water-for example in a wet basement near a swimming pool
near a sink or in similar locations

• 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 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

• Seedoor surface cleaning instructions in the Care and Cleaning
section(s) of this manual

• GE does not support any servicing of the microwave We strongly

recommend that you do not attempt to service the microwave
yourself

• As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used
by children

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT

MICROWAVING

ARCING

If gou see arcing, press the CLEAR/OFFpad 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 eggs and sealed containers-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.

* 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.

SAFETY FACT

SUPERHEATED WATER

Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea are able to be overheated
begond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible
bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the
microwave oven is not alwags 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.

Toreduce the riskof injury to persons:

- Do not overheat the liquid.

-- Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.

- Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.

- After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven
for a short time before removing the container.

- Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the
container.

* 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.

* Cook meat and poultry thoroughly-meat to at least an INTERNAL

temperature of 160°Fand poultry to at least an INTERNALtemperature
of 180°RCooking to these temperatures usually protects against

foodborne illness.

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
filled with I cup of water-set the measuring cup either in or next to
the dish. Microwave 1 minute at high. Ifthe dish heats, it should not
be used for microwaving. 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT

MICROWAVING coNr.

• Do not use recycled paper products. Recycled paper towels,
napkins and waxed paper can contain metal flecks which may
cause arcing or ignite. Paper products containing nylon or nylon
filaments should be avoided, as they may also ignite.

• Some styrofoam trays (likethose that meat ispackaged 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. Besure
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.

• "Bailable" 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 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"away from

the sides of the oven.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!

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

This appliance must be grounded. Ensure proper ground
In the event of an electrical short circuit, exists before use.

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.

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

breaker.

PREFERRED
METHOD

• Plastic cookware-Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking
is very useful,but should be used carefully. Evenmicrowave-safe
plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass
or ceramic materials, and may soften or char if subjected to short
periods of overcooking. Inlonger exposures to overcooking, the food
and cookware could ignite.

Follow these guidelines:

.1.Usemicrowave-safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance

with the cookware manufacturer's recommendations.

2 Donot microwave empty containers.
3 Donot permit children to use plastic cookware without

complete supervision.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORPIAT/ON.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

ADAPTER PLUGS

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

Becauseof potential safety hazards

under certain conditions, we strongly

recommend against the use of an
adapter plug. However,if you still
elect to use an adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY
CONNECTIONmay be made to a properly grounded two-prong wall

receptacle by the use of a ULlisted adapter which is available at most

local hardware stores.
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot

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

(Adapter plugs not
permitted in Canada)

Align large I _-'_ Ii

TEMPORARY and firm connection

METHOD before use.

_ Ensure proper ground

CAUTION: Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the

wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the
cover screw is metal, and not insulated, andthe wall receptacle is
grounded through the house wiring.

You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electricianto make
sure the receptacle isproperly grounded.

When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the
adapter with one hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal
is very likely to breakwith repeated use. Shouldthis happen, DO NOT

USEthe appliance until aproper ground has again been established.

Usage situations where appliance's power cord will bedisconnected
frequently.

Do not usean adapter plugin these situations because frequent
disconnection of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter
and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal. You
should havethe two-prong wall receptacle replaced with a
three-prong (grounding)receptacle by a qualified electrician

before using the appliance.

EXTENSION CORDS

Ashort power supply cord is providedto reducethe risksresulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over alonger cord.

Extensioncords may be used if you are careful in using them.
Ifan extension cordis used-

./. The marked electrical rating ofthe extension cord should be at least

asgreat asthe electrical rating of the appliance;

2 Theextension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and it

must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet;

3 Theextension cord should be arranged so that itwill not drape over

the countertop ortabletop where it can be pulled on by children or
tripped over unintentionally.

If you usean extension cord,the interior light may flicker andthe blower
sound may vary when the microwave oven ison. Cookingtimes may be
longer,too.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY

INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

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