GE Spacemaker JVM1750 How to use

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GE Appliances
General Electric Company
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
31-9190
GE Spacemaker®
Over-the-Range
Microwave Oven
Technical Service Guide
SEPTEMBER 2009
GE Consumer & Industrial
JVM1750
JVM1540
Popcorn Beverage Reheat
Potato
Beeper
Volu me Tur n
Tabl e
Express Cook
Sensor Cooking
Control Lock
Reminder
Help
Time
Cook Defrost
Auto/Time
Timer
On/Off
Delay
Start
Add
30 Sec.
Power
Level
Clock
Vent
Fan
Auto Nite
Light
Surface
Light
AM/PM
Scroll Speed
Start
Pause
Vegetable
123
456
789
0
Clear
Off
Display
Popcorn Beverage Reheat
Potato
Time
Cook Defrost
Auto/Time
Express Cook
Convenience Cooking
Reminder
Timer
On/Off
Delay
Start
Add
30 Sec.
Power
Level Clock
AM/PM Turn
Tabl e Surface
Light Vent
Fan
Start
Pause
Vegetable
123
456
789
0
Clear
Off
Display
Scroll Speed

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
The information in this service guide is intended for use by individuals possessing
adequate backgrounds of electrical, electronic, and mechanical experience. Any attempt
to repair a major appliance may result in personal injury and property damage. The
manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible for the interpretation of this information,
nor can it assume any liability in connection with its use.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, disconnect power before servicing this product. If electrical
power is required for diagnosis or test purposes, disconnect the power immediately after
performing the necessary checks.
RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICES
If grounding wires, screws, straps, clips, nuts, or washers used to complete a path to
ground are removed for service, they must be returned to their original position and
properly fastened.
GE Consumer & Industrial
Technical Service Guide
Copyright © 2009
All rights reserved. This service guide may not be reproduced in whole or in part
in any form without written permission from the General Electric Company.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE AND DURING SERVICING TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY.
A. DO NOT OPERATE OR ALLOW THE OVEN TO BE OPERATED WITH THE DOOR OPEN.
B. IF THE OVEN OPERATES WITH THE DOOR OPEN, INSTRUCT THE USER NOT TO OPERATE THE OVEN
AND CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER IMMEDIATELY.
C. MAKE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY CHECKS ON ALL OVENS TO BE SERVICED BEFORE ACTIVATING
THE MAGNETRON OR OTHER MICROWAVE SOURCE, AND MAKE REPAIRS AS NECESSARY:
1. INTERLOCK OPERATION.
2. PROPER DOOR CLOSING.
3. SEAL AND SEALING SURFACES (ARCING, WEAR AND OTHER DAMAGE).
4. DAMAGE TO OR LOOSENING OF HINGES AND LATCHES.
5. EVIDENCE OF DROPPING OR ABUSE.
D. BEFORE TURNING ON MICROWAVE POWER FOR ANY TEST OR INSPECTION WITHIN THE
MICROWAVE GENERATING COMPARTMENTS, CHECK THE MAGNETRON, WAVE GUIDE OR
TRANSMISSION LINE AND CAVITY FOR PROPER ALIGNMENT, INTEGRITY AND CONNECTIONS.
E. ANY DEFECTIVE OR MISADJUSTED COMPONENTS IN THE INTERLOCK MONITOR, DOOR SEAL AND
MICROWAVE GENERATION AND TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS SHALL BE REPAIRED, REPLACED OR
ADJUSTED BY PROCEDURE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE THE OVEN IS RELEASED TO THE
OWNER.
F. A MICROWAVE LEAKAGE CHECK TO VERIFY COMPLIANCE WITH THE FEDERAL PERFORMANCE
STANDARD SHOULD BE PERFORMED ON EACH OVEN PRIOR TO RELEASE TO THE OWNER.

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Table of Contents
Bottom Thermal Cutout (TCO) .....................................................................................................................................19
Capacitor and Diode .......................................................................................................................................................23
Cavity Thermal Cutout ...................................................................................................................................................18
Component Locator Views...........................................................................................................................................11
Components........................................................................................................................................................................15
Control Boards and Panel Connections .................................................................................................................13
Control Features............................................................................................................................................................... 6
Control Panel Assembly.................................................................................................................................................17
Cooling Fan Motor............................................................................................................................................................21
Demo Mode (JVM1750) ..................................................................................................................................................10
Diagnostics and Service Information......................................................................................................................26
Door Assembly...................................................................................................................................................................25
Door Interlock Switches.................................................................................................................................................24
Duct Assembly...................................................................................................................................................................18
Grill Assembly.....................................................................................................................................................................16
High Voltage Transformer............................................................................................................................................23
Hood Thermal Cutout (TCO) .........................................................................................................................................19
Interior Light........................................................................................................................................................................17
Interlocks (Door Latch Switches)................................................................................................................................28
Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Key Panel Test....................................................................................................................................................................29
Line Fuse...............................................................................................................................................................................20
Magnetron............................................................................................................................................................................21
Magnetron Thermal Cutout (TCO)..............................................................................................................................19
Noise Filter ...........................................................................................................................................................................20
Nomenclature .................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Outer Cover .........................................................................................................................................................................15
Oven Removal ....................................................................................................................................................................15
Schematics and Wiring Diagrams............................................................................................................................30
Smart Board........................................................................................................................................................................18
Stirrer Assembly ................................................................................................................................................................20
Surface Lamps...................................................................................................................................................................25
Turntable Motor.................................................................................................................................................................25
Vent Blower .........................................................................................................................................................................16
Vent Fan Motor Capacitor.............................................................................................................................................21
Warranty ..............................................................................................................................................................................34

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Feature Pack
Designates Features - the higher
the number, the more features.
J V M 1 7 5 0 D P 1 B B
Installation
M = Mounts Under Cabinet/
Built-In Capability
Product Color
BB = Black
WW = White
SS = Stainless Steel
Model Year Designator
Model Number
The nomenclature plate is located inside the
microwave on the left side.
The mini-manual is located behind the
control panel on the right side of the oven.
Nomenclature
Microwave Oven
V = Externally Vented
Over-the-Range
Product
J = GE Cooking Product
Cavity Size (cu. ft.)
15 = 1.5 cu. ft
17 = 1.7 cu. ft.
Nomenclature
Model/Door Color
D = Color Matched
The letter designating
the year repeats every
12 years.
Example:
T - 1974
T - 1986
T - 1998
Serial Number
The first two numbers of the serial number
identify the month and year of manufacture.
Example: AS123456S = January, 2009
A- JAN 2009 - S
D - FEB 2008 - R
F - MAR 2007 - M
G - APR 2006 - L
H - MAY 2005 - H
L - JUN 2004 - G
M - JUL 2003 - F
R - AUG 2002 - D
S - SEP 2001 - A
T - OCT 2000 - Z
V - NOV 1999 - V
Z - DEC 1998 - T

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Introduction
The GE Spacemaker Over-the-Range Microwave Oven is a versatile appliance for any kitchen.
Features and Benefits:
Sensor Cook - The microwave oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of
food.
Auto and Time Defrost - Auto defrost sets the defrosting time and power levels to deliver even defrosting
results for up to 6 pounds of meats, poultry, and fish. Time defrost defrosts for the length of time you specify.
Turntable On/Off - Rotate food for even cooking or disable the turntable to accommodate large casserole
dishes.
Removable Two-Position Oven Rack - The removable oven rack features two positions that allow more
flexibility when cooking multiple dishes at one time.

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Control Features
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1 Door Handle. Pull to
open the door. The
door must be securely
latched for the
microwave to operate.
2 Door Latches.
3 Window with Metal
Shield.
Screen
allows cooking to be
viewed while keeping
microwaves confined
in the oven.
4 Shelf. Lets you
microwave several
foods at once. Food
microwaves best when
placed directly on the
oven floor or turntable.
5 Touch Control Panel.
You must set the clock
and calendar before
using the microwave.
6 Cooktop Light.
7 Grease Filter.
8 Removable Turntable.
Turntable and support
must be in place
when using the oven.
The turntable may be
removed for cleaning.
9 Convenience Guide.
NOTE:
Rating plate, oven
vent(s) and oven light are
located on the inside walls
of the microwave oven.
3
67
9
8
7
1
2
5
4
JVM1750 Features

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JVM1540 Features
1 Door Handle. Pull to
open the door. The
door must be securely
latched for the
microwave to operate.
2 Door Latches.
3 Window with Metal
Shield.
Screen allows
cooking to be viewed
while keeping
microwaves confined
in the oven.
4 Touch Control Panel.
5 Cooktop Light.
6 Grease Filter.
7 Removable Turntable.
Turntable and support
must be in place
when using the oven.
The turntable may be
removed for cleaning.
8 Convenience Guide.
9 Shelf (some models).
Lets you microwave
several foods at once.
Food microwaves best
when placed directly
on the turntable.
Available at an extra
cost from your GE
supplier, or see GE
Service Numbers.
10 Rating Plate . Located
on the inside wall of
the microwave oven.
321
4
9
5
87
6
10

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Time Features
Time Cooking
Press Enter
TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) Amount of cooking time.
DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press twice) Amount of defrosting time.
EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately!
POWER LEVEL Power level 1–10.
ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately!
1
Defrosting by Weight
Press Enter
DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press once) Food weight
1
JVM1750 Controls
Convenience Features (on some models)
Press Enter Option
SNACKS (See Snacks Guide) Snack type 1–6 number/weight
DEFROST AUTO/TIME Food weight
(Press once)
2
2 3
Sensor Features
Press Enter Option
POPCORN Starts immediately! more/less time
BEVERAGE Starts immediately!
REHEAT Starts immediately! more/less time
POTATO Starts immediately! more/less time
VEGETABLE (on some models) Starts immediately! more/less time
Press once (fresh vegetables) more/less time
Press twice (frozen vegetables) more/less time
Press three times (canned vegetables) more/less time
(on some models)
COOK (on some models) Food type 1–6
Press 1 for Chicken Starts immediately!
Press 2 for Fish
Press 3 for Ground Meats
Press 4 for Fresh Vegetables
Press 5 for Frozen Vegetables
Press 6 for Canned Ve
g
etables
3

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Time Features
Time Cooking
Press Enter
TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) Amount of cooking time.
DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press twice) Amount of defrosting time.
EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately!
POWER LEVEL Power level 1–10.
ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately!
1
You can microwave
by time, temperature
or with the
convenience
features.
JVM1540 Controls
Convenience Features
Press Enter Option
COOK (on some models) Food type 1–9 + weight
POPCORN Starts immediately! more/less time
serving size
REHEAT (See Reheat Guide) serving size
BEVERAGE Starts immediately! serving size
POTATO Starts immediately! serving size
VEGETABLE (on some models) Food type 1–3 + weight
DEFROST AUTO/TIME Food weight
(Press once)
2

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Demo Mode (JVM1750)
To enter the Demo Mode, touch and hold the• HELP pad for a full 3 seconds.
To end the Demo Mode, touch and hold the• HELP pad for a full 3 seconds.
As pads are pressed in the Demo Mode, explanations of the pads' functions will be scrolled across the•
display screen.
No components will actually be energized, however, during Demo Mode.•

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Component Locator Views
Front View
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Front View - Control Panel Assembly Removed
Grill Assembly
Control Panel Assembly
Turntable Shaft
Cooling Fan Motor
Bottom TCO
Hood TCO

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Right Side View
Magnetron
High Voltage Transformer
Cooling Fan Motor
Cooling Fan
High Voltage Capacitor
Magnetron TCO
Fuse
Diode
Vent Motor Capacitor
Bottom TCO
Hood TCO

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JVM1750 Smart Board
Control Boards and Panel Connections
(Front Side)
(Back Side)
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CN202 CN201
RY203
CN301 CN401
CN201 - Vent Motor
CN202 - Turntable Motor, Cooktop Lamp
CN301 - Gas Sensor
CN401 - Hood TCO & Door Sensing Switch
RY203 - Secondary Relay (Power Relay)

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JVM1540 Smart Board
(Back Side)
(Front Side)
RY203
CN202
CN401
CN201
CN201 - Vent Motor
CN202 - Turntable Motor, Cooktop Lamp
CN401 - Hood TCO & Door Sensing Switch
RY203 - Secondary Relay (Power Relay)

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Components
Oven Removal
The oven is hooked on metal tabs at the bottom of
the wall mounting plate and fastened to the cabinet
with 3 top cabinet bolts.
To remove the oven from the cabinet or wall
opening:
WARNING: This oven requires 2 people for complete
oven removal.
Disconnect power to the oven.1.
For top-vented models, disconnect the duct and2.
remove the damper assembly.
Remove the 3 top cabinet bolts.3.
Caution: When removing the oven, be sure to
provide adequate support to prevent dropping the
unit.
Pull the unit forward slowly.4.
Outer Cover
To gain access to many of the oven components, it is
necessary to remove the outer cover.
To remove the outer cover:
Remove the oven. (See1. Oven Removal.)
Remove 4 Phillips-head screws from the top of2.
the oven.
Note: Model JVM1540 has 5 Phillips-head screws on
the top of the oven.
CAUTION:
3. Remove 5 Phillips-head screws from the back of
the oven.
View From Rear
4. Remove 3 Phillips-head screws from the bottom
of the oven.
5. Remove 2 Phillips-head screws from the right
side of the oven.
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7. Slide the outer cover back about 1 inch toward
the rear of the oven. Lift the cover from the
oven.
6. Remove 2 Phillips-head screws from the left side
of the oven.
Vent Blower
The vent blower is located at the top rear of the
microwave oven. See installation instructions for
the proper method of directing the vent fan prior to
installing the unit.
To remove the vent blower:
Remove the oven. (See1. Oven Removal.)
Remove 2 Phillips-head screws from the back of2.
the oven.
3. Lift the vent blower cover up to expose the vent
blower.
View From Rear
4. Lift out the vent blower and place it on top of the
oven side as shown below and disconnect the
electrical connector to the vent blower.
Electrical Connector
View From Rear
View From Rear
Disconnect
Grill Assembly
To remove the grill assembly (Model JVM1540):
Remove 3 Phillips-head screws from the top,1.
front of the oven cabinet.
Slide grill to the left and remove.2.

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Interior Light
The interior light bulb is 120V, 40 watt (part number
WB06X10823).
To remove the interior light:
Open the oven door.1.
Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws from the top2.
of the oven that attach the grill assembly to the
oven and remove the grill assembly.
3. Using a small flat blade screwdriver, push in the
interior light cover tab and remove the cover.
Grill Assembly
4. Gently remove the bulb.
Bulb
Tab
Control Panel Assembly
The control panel assembly consists of a smart
board, frame, and a touch pad/escutcheon.
To remove the control panel assembly:
Disconnect power to the microwave oven.1.
Open the oven door.2.
Remove the grill assembly. (See3. Grill Assembly.)
4. Remove the Phillips-head screw that attaches
the control panel to the oven.
(Model JVM1750)
(Model JVM1540)
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To remove the grill assembly (Model JVM1750):
Open the door.1.
Remove 2 Phillips-head screws from the top,2.
front of the oven cabinet.
Remove 1 Phillips-head screw from the right,3.
rear corner of the grill.
4. Slide grill to the left and remove.

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5. Tilt the top of the control panel out, and
mark and disconnect all the wiring harnesses
connected to the smart board.
6. Remove the Phillips-head screw that attaches
the ground wire to the control panel assembly.
Note: Model JVM1540 does not have this ground
wire.
Duct Assembly
To access the cavity TCO, the duct assembly must
be removed.
To remove the duct assembly:
Remove the outer cover. (See1. Outer Cover.)
Remove the 3 Phillips-head screws that attach2.
the duct assembly to the oven.
3. Lift the duct assembly up at the rear and pull
towards the back to release the tabs securing it
to the front frame.
Cavity Thermal Cutout
The cavity thermal cutout is located on the top side
of the oven cavity beside the exhaust duct. The
cutout has a temperature rating of 212˚F.
The cavity TCO is not resettable.
To remove the oven thermal cutout:
Remove the outer cover. (See1. Outer Cover.)
Remove the duct assembly. (See Du2. ct Assembly.)
Disconnect wiring to the oven thermal cutout.3.
Slide the oven thermal cutout to the left to4.
remove it from the spring clip attaching it to the
oven cavity.
Disconnect
Disconnect
Spring Clip
Disconnect
Smart Board
To remove the smart board:
Remove the control panel assembly. (See1. Control
Panel Assembly.)
Disconnect the touch panel ribbon from the2.
smart board.
Remove the 3 Phillips-head screws that attach3.
the smart board to the control board frame then
lift the smart board off the frame.

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Bottom Thermal Cutout (TCO)
The bottom TCO is located on the bottom, right side
of the oven behind the control panel. The bottom
TCO is not resettable.
The bottom TCO's contacts open at approximately
248°F.
To remove the bottom TCO:
Remove the control panel assembly. (See1. Control
Panel Assembly.)
Disconnect wiring from the bottom TCO.2.
Remove the Phillips-head screw attaching3.
the bottom TCO to the oven, then pull the TCO
forward.
Disconnect
Disconnect
Hood Thermal Cutout (TCO)
The hood TCO is attached to the base plate. The
contacts close at approximately 158°F and open at
approximately 104˚F.
To remove the hood TCO:
Remove the control panel assembly. (See1. Control
Panel Assembly.)
Disconnect wiring to the hood TCO.2.
Remove the Phillips-head screw attaching the3.
hood TCO to the oven and pull the TCO forward.
Disconnect
Disconnect
Magnetron Thermal Cutout (TCO)
The magnetron TCO is located on the magnetron
and opens when the magnetron temperature
reaches 302°F.
The magnetron TCO is a normally closed switch. An
open reading across the TCO indicates a failed TCO.
The magnetron TCO resets at 140˚F.
To remove the magnetron TCO:
Remove the outer cover. (See1. Outer Cover.)
Disconnect the wiring to the magnetron.2.
Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws that attach3.
the magnetron to the oven.
View From Right Side
Disconnect
4. Disconnect wiring to the magnetron TCO.
5. Remove 2 Phillips-head screws that attach the
magnetron TCO to the magnetron.
Disconnect
Disconnect

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Stirrer Assembly
The stirrer assembly consists of a blade, pin, and
cover. The blade is air driven and rotates on a shaft
embedded in the stirrer cover. The stirrer assembly
is located at the top of the oven cavity.
To remove the stirrer:
Disconnect power from the microwave oven and1.
open the door.
Remove the plastic clip from the stirrer cover.2.
Rotate the stirrer cover to the left and remove3.
the stirrer cover.
Line Fuse
Note: When the 20-amp fuse is blown due to
operation of the monitor switch, the monitor switch
must be replaced. Also replace the relays and/or the
interlock switches when the continuity check shows
the contacts are shorted.
The unit is equipped with a 20-amp fuse (part
number WB27X10928).
The fuse is located on a receptacle near the top of
the noise filter and is common to all functions and
door switches.
To remove the fuse:
Disconnect power to the microwave oven.1.
Remove the control panel assembly. (See2. Control
Panel Assembly.)
Remove the fuse.3.
Noise Filter
The noise filter helps to suppress electromagnetic
interference (EMI) radiating from the operation of
the oven and also protects the oven from any line
noise. The noise filter is located on the right side of
the oven behind the control panel. The noise filter is
held in place by three compression pins.
Note: When installing the noise filter, ensure all filter
wiring is connected to the correct terminals.
Check to make sure the fuse is not open. Check the
noise filter for approximate resistance value at the
following locations:
White (neutral input) to white (neutral output) - 0 Ω.
Black (line input) to black (line output) - 0 Ω.
White (neutral input) to black (line input) - 23 Ω.
Noise Filter
Fuse
Pin
Pin
Pin
L1 & N In
L1 & N Out