About the time features.
DEFROST
Express Cook
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Time Defrost
Allows you to defrost for a selected length
of time. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. (Time Defrost and 1 lb Quick Defrost explained in the About the convenience features section.)
1Press DEFROST twice.
2 Enter defrosting time.
3 Press START.
4Turn the food over after half the time.
At one half of selected defrosting time, turn food over and break apart or rearrange pieces for more even defrosting. Shield any warm areas with small pieces of foil. The oven will continue to defrost if you don’t open the door and turn the food.
A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting. This is normal when oven is not operating at High power.
Defrosting Tips
nFoods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the package. Closed packages should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage containers should be partially uncovered.
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nFoods that spoil easily should not be allowed to sit out for more than one hour after defrosting. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria.
nFor more even defrosting of larger foods, such as roasts, use Time Defrost. Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking.
nWhen defrosted, food should be cool but softened in all areas. If still slightly icy, return to the microwave very briefly, or let it stand a few minutes.
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