GE JVM142J, JVM140J Microwaving Tips, Read and follow the speci~lc, Make sure all cookware used

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Microwaving Tips

Make sure all cookware used in

your microwave oven is suitable

for microwaving. Most glass

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

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 one cup water—set the measuring cup either in or next to the dish. Microwave 1 minute at high. If the 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.

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.

Some microwaved foods require stirring, rotating or rearranging. Check cookbook supplied.

Steam builds up pressure in foods which are tightly covered by a skin or membrane. Pierce potatoes, egg yolks and chicken livers to prevent bursting.

Esafe for use in microwave ovens.

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

WARNING–TO reduce

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

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 or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use.

Read and follow the speci~lc

“PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” on page 2.

This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to

properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” on page 21.

For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet, to prevent

flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker.

Do not mount this appliance over a sink. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.

Do not cover or block any

openings on the appliance.

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

Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.

Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.

Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter.

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.

See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and Cleaning section(s) of this book.

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

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

To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

—Remove wire twist-ties from

paper or plastic bags before placing bags in oven.

—Donot overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.

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

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Contents UseandC areGuide Help us help you Make sure all cookware used Microwaving TipsRead and follow the speci~lc This appliance must be grounded. Connect only toDonot overcook potatoes Important Safety InstructionsJX41 Filler Panel Kit Optional Accessories~~Boilable’7 cooking pouches Tightly closed plastic bags JX40WH Filler Panel KitWhen You Plug in the Oven Your Touch Control PanelPRObE Appears on the Display OFF Hood Controls Features of Your Microwave OvenFor all cooking features except Auto Roast code Coo@ Complek RetiderDefrosting Tips Questions and AnswersHow to Change Power Level Defrosting by TimeNTIME Cook Using the Time Cook II FeatureHowto Change Power Level Cooking by TimeHow to Use Auto Start Cooking by TemperatureTemperature Probe How to Temp Cook a Rolled Beef Rib Roast to MediumHow to Roast Beef to Medium Automatic RoastingNAUTO Roast r Auto Roast Code Auto Roast GuideAutomatic Simmer Guide Auto Roast Code Automatic SimmerConversion Guide How to Set Auto DefrostAuto Defrost Stand TimeAuto Defrost Guide Gtide to Use of the Oven SheM Cookware. They may be hotDo not store microwave How to Reheat Several Different ~pes of Foods Together How to Heat or Reheat Sitilar ~pes of FoodHow to Defrost, Hold and Time Cook How to Use the Minute/Second TimerHow to Time a 3-Minute Phone Call Using a Holding TimeCare and Cleaning How to Clean the InsideHow to Clean the Oufiide Exhaust Feature Light Bulb Replacement Cooktop LightOven Light All these things are normal with your microwave oven Problem Possible Cause‘*S3 Warranty