Kenmore 49425, 49429 Defrostng by TIM, To SET Auto Defrost, Defrosting TiPS, Conversion Guide

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DEFROSTNG 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° If you 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 Can I defrost small Pems in a hurry?

A° 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* Why do the defrosting times tn the cookbook not seem right for my food?

A.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 of that 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_ Can I open the door during defrostlng to check on the progress of my food?

A.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 2 for 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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