Using the grilling features.

Safety Instructions

Instructions

Make sure the turntable support and black metal tray are in place when grilling.

The grilling features use direct heat from the top and bottom elements to cook fresh and frozen foods.

CAUTION: When using the grilling features, remember that the oven, door and dishes will be very hot!

■Cookware will become hot. Oven mitts will be needed to handle the cookware.

■Place food, oven-safe cookware or the browner rack directly on the black metal tray when cooking.

■Use the black metal tray in the same way you would use a shallow baking pan or baking tray.

■In addition to the cookware provided, you can use non-metal casserole dishes, pie plates and other heat-safe cookware. Place them directly on the black metal tray or browner rack.

■Be sure to select a size that will rotate easily.

■Place the black metal tray directly on the turntable support.

■Do not use cookware or coverings made of paper, plastic or foil when using the grilling features.

Operating

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

Setting a Grilling Program

Make sure the turntable support and black metal tray are in place when grilling.

See the Grilling Guide on the next page for cooking suggestions.

 

Press GRILL.

1

 

Turn the dial to select the food type

2

and press the dial to enter.

 

 

Turn the dial to select the specific food

3

and press the dial to enter.

 

 

Depending on your selection, turn the

4

dial to enter the serving size or cook

 

 

time and press the dial to enter.

 

Press the dial or START to begin

5

cooking.

 

The oven may signal and prompt you to “Turn Food Over” or to “Check Food” during the cooking time.

Turn the dial to add or subtract time during the countdown.

When the oven stops, use oven mitts to carefully remove the dish, black metal tray and browner rack (if used). They may be very hot.

During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing, pot holders or other flammable materials contact the cooking elements.

These surfaces may be hot enough to burn even though they are dark in color. Allow sufficient time for cooling first.

Remove cookware completely from the oven before turning food.

NOTE: A safety feature prevents the use of any grilling or microwave function while the rotisserie spit rod is in position. The control will read “REMOVE SPIT ROD”.

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JES1289 specifications

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