GE JEJ180 owner manual Important Safety Instructions

Page 2

Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, exposure to excessive microwave energy, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE

TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

Instructions

(a)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.

(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.

Operating

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

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

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

Troubleshooting Tips

Customer Service

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 4.

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.

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 store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in 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.

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. Do not use this product near water—for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or near a sink.

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 if 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 should 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.

See door surface cleaning instructions in the

Care and cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual.

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.

Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers—for example, closed jars—will explode and should not be heated in this microwave oven. Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury.

2

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Image 2
Contents Microwave Oven 164D3370P112 49-401154-00 JR TINSEA861WRRZ-G01Important Safety Instructions Arcing OperatingMICROWAVE-SAFE Cookware Follow these guidelinesAdapter Plugs If an extension cord is usedWrite the model and serial numbers here GE & You, a Service PartnershipStaple sales slip or cancelled check here Two easy ways to register your applianceConvenience Guide Touch Control Panel Display About the features of your microwave ovenDoor Latches Time Features Sensor Features and Auto FeatureTime Cook About changing the power levelAbout the time features Vegetable Amount Time Comments Time Defrost FoodAdd 30 Seconds About the auto featureExpress Cook Auto DefrostAbout the sensor features Humidity SensorTo add time PopcornBeverage To subtract timeChicken/Fish SafetyReheat Some Foods Not Recommended for Use With ReheatPotato VegetablesAbout the other features Press Reminder Delay StartReminder Child Lock-Out Timer On/OffPress Timer ON/OFF Sound LevelMicrowave terms Term DefinitionHow to Clean the Outside Care and cleaning of the microwave ovenHow to Clean the Inside Helpful HintsThings That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven Before you call for service…Problem Possible Causes What To Do What GE Will Not Cover GE Microwave Oven WarrantyGE Will Replace For The PeriodService Telephone Numbers GE Answer Center