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    The Controls on Your Microwave Time Cooking Automatic Cooking Other Features Helpful Information Microwave Terms Care and Cleaning If Something Goes Wrong Troubleshooting Tips GE Service Numbers Warranty GE Appliances ge.com 700 Watts Models: JES735 Microwave Oven Owner’s Manual Back Cover...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. Do Not Place any object between the oven front...
  • Page 3 Welcome Start Here!…Before using your Microwave Need Help? Write down the model and serial numbers here. They are on a label inside the oven. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Read this manual. It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your microwave properly.
  • Page 4 INFORMATION BEFORE USING WARNING When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use. • Read and follow the specific “Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy”...
  • Page 5: Save These Instructions

    • 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. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by General Electric Service or an authorized service agent using a power cord...
  • Page 6: Special Notes About Microwaving

    ARCING If you see arcing, press the STOP/CLEAR pad and correct the problem. FOODS Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. • Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
  • Page 7 Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS...
  • Page 8 When microwaved, the metal can burn the floor of the oven or ignite a paper towel. • Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers. • Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens. Check the package for proper use.
  • Page 9: Grounding Instructions

    1 Use microwave-safe plastics only and use them in strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer’s recommendations. 2 Do not microwave empty containers. 3 Do not permit children to use plastic cookware without complete supervision. If the outlet is a standard...
  • Page 10: Adapter Plugs

    If you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower sound may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times may be longer, too.
  • Page 11: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Features of Your Microwave (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) Features 1 Door Latches. Pull out door. 2 Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven.
  • Page 12: The Controls On Your Microwave

    Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Time Features Press TIME COOK (Press once, twice or three times) 30 SEC.
  • Page 13: Convenience Features

    GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you begin, check the guide located on the inside front of the oven when you open the door. Convenience Features Press POPCORN BEVERAGE PIZZA POTATO FOOD PLATE AUTO WT DEF GUIDES IN BOOK • Cooking Enter 3.5 oz., 3.0 oz.
  • Page 14: Changing Power Levels

    1–9. 5 Press START. 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. Power level Hi or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100% power.
  • Page 15: Time Cooking

    (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level 1–9.) 4 Press START. Time Cook I Allows you to microwave for any time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Power level Hi is automatically set, but you may change it for more flexibility.
  • Page 16 Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook NOTE: Use power level Hi unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package Beans (fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half (frozen green) 10-oz. package (frozen lima) 10-oz.
  • Page 17 Vegetable Amount Corn (frozen kernel) 10-oz. package Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears (frozen) 1 ear 2 to 6 ears Mixed vegetables (frozen) 10-oz. package Peas (fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. unshelled 9 to 12 min. (frozen) 10-oz. package Potatoes (fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes...
  • Page 18: Automatic Cooking

    How to Use the Popcorn Feature 1 Follow package instructions. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the microwave. touch will add 1 minute. This feature does not work with other time cook functions. The oven will start immediately when pressed.
  • Page 19 Beverage BEVERAGE Potato The Beverage feature works best for heating a beverage that is at room temperature. Press BEVERAGE once for 1 cup (8 oz.), or twice for 2 cups (16 oz.). The oven will start automatically after a 5-second pause. The Potato feature cooks up to four 8–10 ounce potatoes.
  • Page 20 Operating Instructions Convenience Features Food Plate FOOD PLATE Pizza The Food Plate feature reheats previously cooked foods. Press FOOD PLATE once to reheat one 8 ounce serving, or twice to reheat two 8 ounce servings. The oven will start automatically after a 5-second pause.
  • Page 21: Auto Weight Defrost

    6–7 9–10 12–13 14–15 • Remove meat from package and place on microwave-safe dish. • Twice during defrost, the oven signals. At each signal, turn the food over. Remove defrosted meat or shield warm areas with small pieces of foil.
  • Page 22: Other Features

    2 Enter amount of time you want to count down. 3 Press START. When the time is up, the timer will signal. 1 Press CLOCK. 2 Enter time of day. 3 Press CLOCK. The Timer feature operates without microwave energy.
  • Page 23 (all settings will be saved). Press START to continue cooking. You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children. Press twice to stop and erase your cooking settings. To lock or unlock the controls, press and hold 0 for about three seconds.
  • Page 24 Notes...
  • Page 25: Helpful Information

    Microwave Terms Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: • metal or foil touching the side of the oven. • foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
  • Page 26: Care And Cleaning

    UNPLUG THE CORD BEFORE CLEANING ANY PART OF THIS OVEN. 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.
  • Page 27: How To Clean The Outside

    Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave. Case Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth. Rinse and then dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth. Control Panel and Door Wipe with a damp cloth.
  • Page 28: If Something Goes Wrong

    AUTO DEFROST. What to Do • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in. • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet.
  • Page 29 Similar to the interference caused by other small appliances, it does not indicate a problem with the microwave. Plug the microwave into a different electrical circuit, move the radio or TV as far away from the microwave as...
  • Page 30: Ge Service Numbers

    Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours...
  • Page 31 Parts and Accessories ge.com 800.626.2002 Register Your Appliance ge.com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home. (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.) Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone at 800.626.2002...
  • Page 32 This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for service.

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