Electrolux EI30MH55GS Use and Care Manual - Page 15

Manual Operation 15 Manual defrost If the food that you wish to defrost is not listed on the Defrost chart or is above or below the limits in the Amount column on the Defrost chart (see pages 24-25), you need to defrost manually. You can defrost any frozen food, either raw or previously cooked, by using Power Level for 30% Follow the exact 3-step procedure found under To set power level. Estimate defrosting time and press power level pad eight times for 30% power. For either raw or previously cooked frozen food the rule of thumb is approximately 4 minutes per pound. For example, defrost 4 minutes for 1 pound of frozen spaghetti sauce. Always stop the oven periodically to remove or separate the portions that are defrosted. If food is not defrosted at the end of the estimated defrosting time, program the oven in 1 minute increments on power level 30% until totally defrosted. When using plastic containers from the freezer, defrost only long enough to remove from the plastic in order to place in a microwave-safe dish. Sensor Settings The sensor is a semi-conductor device that detects the vapor (moisture and humidity) emitted from the food as it heats. The sensor adjusts the cooking times and power level for various foods and quantities. Using Sensor Settings: 1. After oven is plugged in, wait 2 minutes before using Sensor Settings. 2. Be sure the exterior of the cooking container and the interior of the oven are dry. Wipe off any moisture with a dry cloth or paper towel. 3. The oven works with foods at normal storage temperature. For example, popcorn would be at room temperature. 4. Any Sensor Settings selection can be programmed with More or less time adjustment. See page 27. time appears on the display. At this time, you may stir or season food, as desired. 7. If the sensor does not detect vapor properly when popping popcorn, the oven will turn off, and the correct time of day will be displayed. If the sensor does not detect vapor properly when cooking other foods, ERROR will be displayed, and the oven will turn off. 8. Check food for temperature after cooking. If additional time is needed, continue to cook manually. 9. Each food has a cooking hint. Touch user pref pad when the HELP indicator is lighted in the display. Covering Foods: Some foods cook better when covered. Use the cover recommended in the food charts. 5. More or less food than the quantity listed in the chart should be cooked following the guidelines in any microwave cookbook. 6. During the first part of any sensor cooking or reheating, food name will appear on the display. Do not open the oven door or touch STOP/clear during this part of the cycle. The measurement of vapor will be interrupted. If this occurs, an error message will appear. To continue cooking, touch the STOP/clear pad and cook manually. 1. Casserole lid. 2. Plastic wrap: Use plastic wrap recommended for microwave cooking. Cover dish loosely; allow approximately 1/2 inch to remain uncovered to allow steam to escape. Plastic wrap should not touch food. 3. Wax paper: Cover dish completely; fold excess wrap under dish to secure. If dish is wider than paper, overlap two pieces at least one inch to cover. When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from Be careful when removing any covering to allow the food, remainder of cooking time will appear. steam to escape away from you. Door may be opened when remaining cooking E