GE 164 D2588P188 Microwave Oven User Manual


 
Defrosting Tips
Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted
For even defrosting, some foods need to be
in the package. Tightly closed packages should be
broken up or separated part of the way through
slit, pierced or vented, AFTER food has partially
the defrosting time.
defrosted, as directed by package. Plastic storage
containers should be at least partially uncovered.
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Check the Defrosting Guide for other defrosting tips.
Foods that spoil easily, such as milk,
eggs,
fish,
Family-size, pre-packaged frozen dinners can be
stuffings,
poultry
and pork should not be allowed
defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a foil
to sit out for more than one hour after defrosting.
container, transfer it to a microwave-safe dish.
Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful
bacteria.
Questions and Answers
Q. When I press START, I hear a dull, thumping
Q. Can I defrost small items in a hurry?
noise. What is it?
A. Yes,
but they will need more frequent attention
A.
This sound is normal. It is letting you know the
than usual. Raise the power level after entering
oven is using a power level lower than 10 (High).
the time by touching the desired power level pad.
Power Level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in
about 1/2; Power Level 10 cuts the total defrosting
time to approximately 1/3. During either, rotate or
stir food frequently.
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