GE JE520, JE510 warranty Use of Extension, Cords, Use of Adapter Plugs

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Important Safety Information

Grounding Instructions

Use of Adapter Plugs

Usage situations where appliance’s

You should have the circuit checked by

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

power cord will be disconnected

a qualified electrician to make sure the

(Adapter plugs not permitted

 

 

infrequently.

receptacle is properly grounded.

in Canada)

 

Align large

 

Because of potential safety hazards

When disconnecting the power cord

prongs/slots

 

under certain conditions, we strongly

from the adapter, always hold the

 

 

 

 

recommend against the use of an

adapter with one hand. If this is not

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

adapter plug. However, if you still elect

done, the adapter ground terminal is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ensure proper ground

 

to use an adapter, where local codes

very likely to break with repeated use.

 

 

permit, a TEMPORARY

Should this happen, DO NOT USE

 

and firm connection

 

 

before use

 

CONNECTION may be made to a

the appliance until a proper ground

TEMPORARY METHOD

properly grounded two-prong wall

has again been established.

 

 

 

 

receptacle by the use of a UL listed

Usage situations where appliance’s

 

 

 

 

adapter which is available at most local

power cord will be disconnected

 

 

 

 

hardware stores.

frequently.

 

 

 

 

The larger slot in the adapter must be

Do not use an adapter plug in these

 

 

 

 

aligned with the larger slot in the wall

 

 

 

 

situations because frequent

 

 

 

 

receptacle to provide proper polarity

 

 

 

 

disconnection of the power cord

 

 

 

 

in the connection of the power cord.

 

 

 

 

places undue strain on the adapter

 

 

 

 

CAUTION: Attaching the adapter

 

 

 

 

and leads to eventual failure of the

 

 

 

 

ground terminal to the wall receptacle

adapter ground terminal. You should

 

 

 

 

cover screw does not ground the

have the two-prong wall receptacle

 

 

 

 

appliance unless the cover screw is

replaced with a three-prong

 

 

 

 

metal, and not insulated, and the wall

(grounding) receptacle by a qualified

 

 

 

 

receptacle is grounded through the

electrician before using the appliance.

 

 

 

 

house wiring.

 

 

 

 

Use of Extension

A short power-supply cord is provided

2 The extension cord must be a

Cords

to reduce the risks resulting from

grounding-type 3-wire cord and it

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

becoming entangled in or tripping

must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet;

 

 

 

 

over a longer cord.

3 The extension cord should be

 

 

 

 

Extension cords may be used if you are

arranged so that it will not drape

 

 

 

 

careful in using them.

over the counter top or tabletop

 

 

 

 

If an extension cord is used—

where it can be pulled on by

 

 

 

 

children or tripped over

 

 

 

 

1 The marked electrical rating of the

 

 

 

 

unintentionally.

 

 

 

 

extension cord should be at least as

 

 

 

 

If you use an extension cord, the

 

 

 

 

great as the electrical rating of the

 

 

 

 

interior light may flicker and the

 

 

 

 

appliance;

 

 

 

 

blower sound may vary when the

10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

microwave oven is on. Cooking times

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

may be longer, too.

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Contents Watts Back CoverRead all safety information before using For Your SafetyWrite down the model and serial Before using your microwave oven800.626.2000 Cover of this manualSafety Precautions This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine usePage Arcing Special Notes About MicrowavingFoods Safety Fact Superheated Water Microwave-Safe Cookware Grounding Instructions Grounding InstructionsCords Use of ExtensionUse of Adapter Plugs Features Features of Your MicrowaveWattage Watts Optional Accessory Timer Controls on your microwave ovenAmount Press one to ten times Cooking time To choose power levelPress Enter Defrosting timeHow to Change the Power Level Changing Power LevelsBest Uses Time Cook On some models Time Features vary by modelTimer Cooking on some models Popcorn TipCooking Guide for Timer Cooking and Time Cook Vegetable Amount Time CommentsPress Defrost Enter defrosting time Press Start Time FeaturesDefrost Defrosting TipsDefrosting Guide Food Time CommentsFood Amount Power Level Time Heating or Reheating GuideClock Other Features Your Model May HaveCooking Complete Reminder Microwave Terms Term DefinitionHow to Clean the Inside Care and CleaningHelpful Hints How to Clean Outside Oven Will Not Come On Before You Call for ServiceControl Panel Lighted, Yet Oven Will Not Start What to DoAll These Things are Normal with Your Microwave Oven GE Answer Center In-Home Repair ServiceWe’ll be there For Customers With Special NeedsParts and Accessories Service ContractsFurther Service Para los clientes de habla españolaMicrowave Oven Warranty What is Not Covered

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