164D3370P161 49-40170 12-00 JRSafety InformationAdapter Plugs . . . . . . .9Arcing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Extension Cords . . . .10Foods . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5GroundingInstructions . . . . . . . . .8Microwave-SafeCookware . . . . . . . . .6, 7Precautions to AvoidPossible Exposure toExcessive MicrowaveEnergy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Safety Precautions . .2, 3Operating InstructionsCare andCleaning . . . . . . . .25, 26Changing thePower Level . . . . . . . .13ConvenienceFeatures . . . . . . . . 19–21Cooking Guide . .15, 16Defrosting Guide . . .18Features of YourMicrowave Oven 11, 12Microwave Terms . . .24Other Features . . 22–23Time Features . .14–19Troubleshooting TipsBefore You CallFor Service . . . . . . . . .27Things That AreNormal With YourMicrowave Oven . . . .28Consumer SupportConsumerSupport . . . .Back CoverProductRegistration . . . . .29, 30Warranty . . . . . . . . . . .31www.GEAppliances.comWrite the model and serialnumbers here:# __________________# __________________Find these numbers ona label inside the oven.JES636Owner’sManualMicrowave Oven49-40170v03 12/21/00 9:12 AM Page 1