GE PNM1871SMSS Use and Care Manual - Page 17

Safety Instructions Operating Instructions 1 Press AUTO/TIME DEFROST twice. 2 Enter defrosting time. 3 Press START. GEAppliances.com Time Defrost Allows you to defrost for the length of time you select. See the Defrosting Guide for suggested times. Power level 3 is automatically set, but you may change this for more flexibility. You may defrost small items more quickly by raising the power level after entering the time. However, they will need more frequent attention than usual. Power level 7 cuts the total defrosting time in about half; power level 10 cuts the total time to approximately 1/3. Rotate or stir food frequently. A dull thumping noise may be heard during defrosting. This sound is normal when the oven is not operating at High power. Defrosting Tips ■ For best results, place food directly on the defrost rack and place the rack on the turntable. ■ Foods frozen in paper or plastic can be defrosted in the package. Tightly closed packages should be slit, pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered. ■ Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners can be defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a foil container, transfer it to a microwave-safe dish. ■ Foods that spoil easily, such as milk, eggs, fish, stuffings, poultry and pork should not be allowed to sit out for more than one hour after defrosting. Room temperature promotes the growth of harmful bacteria. ■ For more even defrosting of larger foods, such as beef, lamb and veal roasts, use Auto Defrost. ■ Be sure large meats are completely defrosted before cooking. ■ When 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. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 17