DEFROST|NG BY TIM
• Power Level 3 Is automatlcally set for defrosting, but
you may change this for more flexibility.
• See your cookbook for defrosting help.
1. Press TIME DEFROST_
2. Press number pads to set 1/2 of defrosting time in the
cookbook.
Power level 3 will be displayed° Ifyou wish to change the
power level, press POWER COHTROL and the new
number.
3. Press START.
When cycle is over, the oven signals and display flashes
"END". The oven automatically shuts off.
4. Turn package over, stir food or rotate dish° Repeat
steps 1-3.
DEFROSTING TiPS
• Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted In
package.
• Family-size, pre-packaged, frozen entrees can be
defrosted and mlcrowaved. Remove from foil
container and place in a microwave safe dish.
• For even defrosting some foods may need to be
broken apart or separated part of the way through the
defrosting time.
• Check your cookbook for defrosting tips.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q. When I press START, I hear a dull thumping noise.
What Is It?
A. This sound Is normal It lets you know the oven Is
using a high power level
Go
A°
Can I defrost small Pems in a hurry?
Yes. Raise the power level after entering the timer
Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting time about in
half; power level 10 cuts the total defrosting time to
about one-third. During either, rotate or stir
foods frequently.
Q*
A.
Why do the defrosting times tn the cookbook not
seem right for my food?
Defrosting times are averages. Defrosting time can
vary according to your freezer° Set your oven for the
time Indicated In the cookbook. If food is still not
completely thawed at the end ofthat time, reset your
oven and adjust time accordingly.
Q. Should all foods be completely thawed before
cooktng?
A° Some foods should not be completely thawed before
cooking. For example, fish sticks should stll[ be
slightly frozen.
Q_
A.
Can I open the door during defrostlng to check on
the progress of my food?
Yes. You may open the door at any time during
microwavlng. To resume defrosting, close door and
press START° If time Is left on the timer, the oven
begins operating. If not, reset timer.
AUTOMATIC DEFROSTING
With Auto Defrost, the oven automatically sets the
defrosting time and power levels for you. First you
choose the code number from I to 3 tor the food you are
defrosting, then enter the food weight in pounds and
tenths of a pound (see Conversion Guide) and press
START, The oven calculates defrosting time and
changes power levels during defrostlng to give even
defrosting results.
TO SET AUTO DEFROST
1. Press AUTO DEFROST.
2o Press number pad to enter selected code from Auto
Defrost Guide on next page_
3. Press number pads to el_ter welghL For example,
press 1 and 2for weight of 1.2 pounds. See Conversion
Guide.
4. Press START. Display shows "DEFTIME" and defrost
time counts down,
Twice during defrosting, the oven will beep four times,
"TURN" flashes in display and oven shuts oft. Open the
door, attend your food (see Auto Defrost Guide), close
door and press START. When defrosting is completed,
"END" flashes and oven beeps four times. "END"
remains on display and oven beeps every minute until
door is opened or CLEAR/OFF Is pressed_
STAND TiME
When using Auto Defrost feature, It is necessary to
allow food to stand In order to finish defrosting. You
may remove the food from the oven. In some cases, It
should stand in your refrigerator. Recommended stand
times are given In the Auto Defrost Guide.
CONVERSION GUIDE
It weight of food Is stated In pounds and ounces, the
ounces must be converted to tenths (.1) of a pound.
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