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Popcorn

Safety

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Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces.

To use the Popcorn feature:

 

Follow package instructions, using Time Cook

1

if the package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger

 

 

than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn

 

in the center of the microwave.

 

Press POPCORN once for a 3.5 ounce package of

2

popcorn, twice for a 3.0 ounce package, or three

 

times for a 1.75 ounce package. The oven starts immediately.

How to Adjust the Popcorn Program to Provide a Shorter or Longer Cook Time

Information

Operating Instructions

If you find that the brand of popcorn you use underpops or overcooks consistently, you can add or subtract 20 seconds to the automatic popping time.

To add time:

After pressing POPCORN, press 9 immediately after the oven starts for an extra 20 seconds.

To subtract time:

After pressing POPCORN, press 1 immediately after the oven starts for 20 seconds less cooking time.

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JES1238, JES1238WH specifications

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