User Manual GE JES1097SM1SS - 0.9 Cu. Ft. Capacity Countertop Microwave Oven

• User Manual - (English, Spanish)

Table of contents

• USING YOUR OVEN
• Care and Cleaning
• Troubleshooting

USING YOUR OVEN

Features

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

1 Door Latches

2 Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.

3 Convenience Guide

4 Control Panel Display.

5 Door Latch Release. Press latch release to open door.

6 Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning.

7 Removable Turntable Support. The turntable support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable support may be removed for cleaning.

8 Rating Label. Rating plate is located on the front of the microwave oven.

Controls

You can microwave by time or with the convenience features.

Control buttons’ functions are explained on the following pages.

About the features

Power Level

The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the feature time for Cook Time or Express Cook the power level may also be changed during the cooking.

1. Press Cook Time and enter cooking time.

2. Press the Power Level button and select power level 1-10.

3. Press the Start/Pause button to start cooking.

Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking. The power levels on the microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range. Each power level gives you microwave energy a certain percent of the time. Power level 7 is microwave energy 70% of the time. Power level 3 is energy 30% of the time. Most cooking will be done on Power Level 10 which gives you 100% power.

Power Level 10 will cook faster but food may need more frequent stirring, rotating or turning over. A lower setting will cook more evenly and need less stirring or rotating of the food.

Some foods may have better flavor, texture or appearance if one of the lower settings is used. Use a lower power level when cooking foods that have a tendency to boil over, such as scalloped potatoes.

Rest periods (when the microwave energy cycles off) give time for the food to “equalize” or transfer heat to the inside of the food. An example of this is shown with power level 3—the defrost cycle. If microwave energy did not cycle off, the outside of the food would cook before the inside was defrosted.

Here are some examples of uses for various power levels::

Power Level 10: Fish, bacon, vegetables, heating liquids.

Med-High 7: Gentle cooking of meat and poultry; baking casseroles and reheating.

Medium 5: Slow cooking and tenderizing for stews and less tender cuts of meat.

Low 2 or 3: Defrosting; simmering; delicate sauces. Warm 1: Keeping food warm; softening butter.

Cook Time

Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

1. Press Cook Time.

2. Enter cooking time.

3. The power level is automatically set to 10, but if you want to reduce it, press Power Level, then select a level from 1 to 9.

4. Press Start/Pause.

You may open the door during Cook Time to check the food. Close the door and press Start/Pause to resume cooking.

Multi-Stage Cooking

At most 2 stages can be set for cooking. In multi-stage cooking, if one stage is defrosting, then defrosting shall be placed at the first stage automatically.

Note: Auto cooking cannot work in the multi-stage cooking.

Example: if you want to cook with 80% microwave power for 5 minutes + 60% microwave power for 10 minutes. The cooking steps are as following:

1. Press Time Cook once, then press “5”,”0”,”0” to set the cooking time;

2. Press Power once,then press “8” to select 80% microwave power.

3. Press Time Cook once,then press “1”,”0”,”0”,”0” to set the cooking time;

4. Press Power once,then press “6” to select 60% microwave power.

5. Press Start/Pause.

Time Defrost

Time Defrost allows you to defrost for a selected length of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times.

1. Press Defrost twice (display must show Time Defrost).

2. Enter defrosting time.

3. Press Start/Pause.

Power level is automatically set at 3, but can be changed. You can defrost small items quickly by raising the power level after entering the time. Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in about half; power level 10 cuts the total time to approximately 1/3. However, food will need more frequent attention than usual.

A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting. This is normal when oven is not operating at High power.

Weight Defrost

Weight defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish weighing up to six pounds.

1. Press Defrost (display must show Weight Defrost).

2. Using the conversion guide, enter food weight. For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces).

3. Press Start/Pause.

There is a cooking guide located on the inside front of the oven.

Defrosting Tips

• Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the package. Closed packages should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage containers should be partially uncovered.

• Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a foil container, transfer it to a microwave-safe dish.

• For more even defrosting of larger foods, such as roasts, use Defrost Weight. Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking.

• Foods that spoil easily should not be allowed to sit out for more than one hour after defrosting. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.

•When defrosted, food should be cool but softened in all areas. If still slightly icy, return to the microwave very briefly, or let it stand for a few minutes.

Conversion Guide

Defrosting Guide

Express Cook

This is a quick way to set cooking time from 1-6 minutes.

Press one of the Express Cook pads (from 1-6) for 1-6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. For example, press the 2 pad for 2 minutes of cooking time.

The power level can be changed as time is counting down. Press Power Level and enter 1-10.

NOTE: Express Cook function pertains to pads 1-6 only.

Add 30 Sec

It will add 30 seconds to the time counting down each time the pad is pressed. Each touch will add 30 seconds, up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

The oven will start immediately when pressed.

Dinner Plate

1. Press Dinner Plate to select 1 or 2 cups (8 to 10 oz each).

2. Press Start.

Pizza

1. Press Pizza to select 1 or 2 slices (3 oz. each slice).

2. Press Start.

Reheat

The Reheat feature reheats 1 or 2 cups of previously cooked foods or a plate of leftovers.

1. Press Reheat to select 1 or 2 cups (8 to 10 oz each).

2. Press Start.

After removing food from the oven, stir, if possible, to even out the temperature. If the food is not hot enough, don’t use the Reheat button again. Use Cook Time to reheat.

Potato

1. Press Potato to select 1,2 or 3 potatoes.

2. Press Start.

If the potatoes are not cooked to your satisfaction, do not use the Potato button again. Use Cook Time.

Popcorn

1. If you want to cook a package that is less than 1.75 oz, or more than 3.5 oz, then use Cook Time and follow the instructions on the package.

2. Press Popcorn to select ounces and then press Start/ Pause.

If the popcorn is not to your satisfaction. Use the Cook Time button for further cooking.

Beverage

Press Beverage to select 1 or 2 cups (8 to 10 oz each).

Drinks heated with the Beverage feature may be very hot. Remove the container with care.

If beverage is not hot enough for you, do not use the Beverage button again to continue heating it. Use the Cook Time button for further heating.

Vegetable

Use the Vegetable feature to cook 4-16 ounces of frozen vegetables.

1. Press Vegetable to select 1,2, 3 or 4 cups (4 oz each).

2. Press Start.

If the vegetables are not cooked to your satisfaction, do not use the Vegetable button again. Use Cook Time.

Other Features

WiFi Connect

Connecting your WiFi Connect Enabled Microwave (on some models)

Your GE Appliances microwave oven is designed to provide you with two-way communication between your appliance and smart device. By using the GE Appliances WiFi Connect features, you will be able to control essential operations such as turning on and off your microwave, convenience features, cook time, timers using your smartphone, tablet or voice control device.

What you will need:

1. Know the password of your home WiFi router.

2. Download the GE Appliances Kitchen App to your smart device.

3. Follow the app on-screen instructions to connect your GE Appliances microwave.

For further instructions, visit:

Remote Enabled Equipment (on some models)

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

The wireless communication equipment installed on this microwave has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to:

(a) provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

■ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

(b) accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Note that any changes or modifications to the wireless communication device installed on this oven that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Microwave Terms

Care and Cleaning

Helpful Hints

An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh.

Be certain the oven control is turned off before cleaning any part of this oven.

How to Clean the Inside

Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door

Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel; others may require a damp cloth. Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls.

To clean the surface of the door and the surface of the oven that come together upon closing, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents using a sponge or soft cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry.

Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave.

Removable Turntable and Turntable Support

To prevent breakage, do not place the turntable into water just after cooking. Wash it carefully in warm, sudsy water or in the dishwasher. The turntable and support can be broken if dropped. Remember, do not operate the oven in the microwave mode without the turntable and support seated and in place.

How to Clean the Outside

Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave.

Case

Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth and then dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth.

Control Panel and Door

Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the panel—they can damage it. Some paper towels can also scratch the control panel.

Door Surface

It is important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. Use only mild, nonabrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.

Power Cord

If the cord becomes soiled, unplug and wash with a damp cloth. For stubborn spots, sudsy water may be used, but be certain to rinse with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly before plugging cord into outlet.

Stainless Steel (on some models)

Do not use a steel-wood pad; it will scratch the surface.

To clean the stainless steel surface, use a hot, damp cloth with a mild detergent suitable for stainless steel surfaces. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to remove soap. Dry with a dry, clean cloth. Always scrub lightly in the direction of the grain.

Troubleshooting

Things That Are Normal With Your Microwave Oven

■ Steam or vapor escaping from around the door.

■ Light reflection around door or outer case.

■ Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other than high.

■ Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.