Jenn-Air JMC1116 User Manual

The following menu items are preprogrammed for quick and easy cooking/reheating.

For added convenience, the available/recommended amounts shown in the following chart are included on the Cooking Guide label 
(see “Parts and Features” for its location).

*When covering foods, make sure the vent opening is large enough for the moisture to escape. This will allow the sensor to accurately 

determine cooking time.

1. Place food on the turntable, and close the door.

2. Touch desired menu control.

The first programmed amount will appear in the display. 
Touch control pad repeatedly to change quantity. See chart.

3. Touch START.

When the cycle ends, “End” will appear in the display, and the 
end-of-cycle tones will sound.

4. Touch STOP CANCEL or open the door to clear the display.

1. Place food on the turntable, and close the door. 

2. Touch the desired menu control.

“SC” (sensor cook) will appear in the display.

3. Touch START.

The microwave oven will start, and sensor cooking will begin. 
“SC” will remain in the display during cooking.

When the cycle ends, “End” will appear in the display, and the 
end-of-cycle tones will sound.

4. Touch STOP CANCEL or open the door to clear the display.

POPCORN 
(non-sensor)

3.5 oz (99 g)
3.0 oz (85 g)
1.75 oz (50 g)

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To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not use regular paper bags or 
glassware.

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Pop only one package of popcorn at a time.

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Follow manufacturer’s instructions when using a microwave popcorn popper.

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For best cooking results, do not try to pop unpopped kernels.

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Use fresh bags of popcorn for optimal results.

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Cooking results may vary by brand and fat content. For bag sizes not listed in this 
section, follow directions on the package.

NOTE: During Popcorn function, as with all microwave cooking functions, the 
microwave oven should be attended at all times. Listen for popping to slow to 1 pop 
every 1 or 2 seconds, then stop the cycle.

PIZZA REHEAT 
(non-sensor, 
reheat)

1 to 3 slices, 3 oz (85 g) 
each, refrigerated

Place pizza slices on a paper towel-lined microwave-safe plate in the center of the 
turntable.

BEVERAGE (non-
sensor, reheat)

1 or 2 cups, 8 oz 
(250 mL) each

Do not cover. The diameter of the cup’s opening will affect how the liquid heats. 
Beverages in cups with smaller openings may heat faster.

SOUP (non-
sensor)

1 to 4 cups 
(250 mL to 1 L)

Place in microwave-safe container. Cover with plastic wrap, and vent. Stir and let 
stand 2-3 minutes after heating.

POTATO (non-
sensor)

1 to 4 potatoes, 10 oz 
(283 g) each

Pierce each one several times with a fork. Place on paper towel, around turntable 
edges, at least 1" (2.5 cm) apart. Place a single potato to the side of the turntable. Let 
stand 5 minutes after cooking.

FROZEN ENTREE 
(non-sensor)

10 oz or 20 oz (283 g or 
567 g)

Remove from package. Loosen cover on 3 sides. If entrée is not in microwave-safe 
container, place on plate, cover with plastic wrap, and vent. Let stand 2-3 minutes 
after cooking.

DINNER PLATE 
(sensor, reheat)

10-16 oz (283-454 g), 
refrigerated

Place food on microwave-safe plate. Cover with plastic wrap, and vent*. Let stand 
2-3 minutes after heating.

FRESH 
VEGETABLE 
(sensor)

1 to 4 cups 
(250 mL to 1 L)

Place in microwave-safe container, and add 2-4 tbs (30-60 mL) water. Cover with 
plastic wrap, and vent*. Stir and let stand 2-3 minutes after cooking.

FROZEN 
VEGETABLE 
(sensor)

1 to 4 cups 
(250 mL to 1 L)

Place in microwave-safe container. Cover with plastic wrap, and vent*. Stir and let 
stand 2-3 minutes after cooking.