GE JE1860 Microwave Oven

Microwave Oven

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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . .2–11 Operating Instructions

Owner’s Manual JE1860

Auto Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Care and Cleaning . . . . . . .30, 31 Changing the Power Level . . . .14 Features of Your Microwave Oven . . . . . . . .12, 13 Microwave Terms . . . . . . . . . . .29 Other Features . . . . . . . . . .26–28 Sensor Features . . . . . . . . .22–25 Time Features . . . . . . . . . .15–20

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . .32, 33 Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven . . .34

Consumer Support Consumer Support . . .Back Cover Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

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3828W5A8488 49-40508

01-06 JR

Safety Information

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. 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.

Operating Instructions

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY ■ 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 safety interlocks.

Troubleshooting Tips

■ 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 is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the: door (bent), hinges and latches (broken or loosened), door seals and sealing surfaces. ■ The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

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

Customer Service

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

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■ 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.

Safety Information

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

■ Do not mount this appliance over a sink. ■ Do not mount the microwave oven over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance.

– Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven while cooking.

■ Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation.

– Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or plastic containers before placing them in the oven.

■ 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 use the oven for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use.

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

– 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.

■ 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 us