Bosch HMV 8051 U User manual

Microwave oven
Model:
HMV 8051 U
BOSCH

Table of Contents
Safety ........................................ 5
Important Safety Instructions ...................................... 5
Microwave utensil guide ............................................. 12
Getting started ................................ 13
Microwave overview .............................................. 13
Oven specifications ................................................. 14
Accessories ....................................................... 14
Control Panel ..................................................... 15
Operation ..................................... 16
Manual operation ................................................. 16
Using the metal rack ................................................ 16
Using the convection rack ........................................... 17
Setting the clock ................................................... 17
Setting the timer ................................................... 17
Vent Fan Hi /Low /Off .............................................. 17
Surface Light /On /Off .............................................. 17
Control Lock ...................................................... 18
Using EasySet ..................................................... 18
Heating with multiple cooking stages .................................. 18
Heating with high power level ........................................ 19
Heating with lower power levels ...................................... 19
Using the Pause key ................................................ 19
Adding cook time (Cook Time +30 Sec.) ............................... 20
Setting Defrost (by Weight) ........................................... 20
Setting Defrost (by Time) ............................................ 20
Special notes for defrosting by time ................................... 20
Defrosting tips ..................................................... 21
Defrosting suggestions for meat ...................................... 21
Suggested power levels for cooking ................................... 21
Suggestions for getting the best results ................................ 22
Convection ....................................................... 24
Convection cooking suggestions ..................................... 25
3

Sensor Cooking ................................................... 26
Frozen Entrees .................................................... 26
Potatoes .......................................................... 26
Sensor Reheat ..................................................... 27
Reheat cooking suggestions ......................................... 27
Frozen Pizza ...................................................... 27
Rice ............................................................. 28
Frozen Vegetables ................................................. 28
Fresh Vegetables .................................................. 28
Ground meat ...................................................... 29
Convenience operation ............................................ 29
Keep Warm ....................................................... 29
Memory .......................................................... 29
Popcorn .......................................................... 30
Beverages ........................................................ 30
Convenience cooking suggestions .................................... 31
Cooking meat in your microwave ..................................... 31
Cooking poultry in your microwave .................................... 32
Cooking eggs in your microwave ...................................... 32
Cooking vegetables in your microwave ................................ 32
Cooking seafood in your microwave ................................... 33
Cleaning and Maintenance ...................... 34
Cleaning ......................................................... 34
Cleaning suggestions ............................................... 34
Cleaning the exhaust filters .......................................... 35
Cleaning the metal rack ............................................. 35
Maintenance ..................................................... 36
Surface light replacement ........................................... 36
Oven light replacement .............................................. 37
Charcoal filter replacement .......................................... 39
Service ....................................... 40
Troubleshooting .................................................. 40
Customer service ................................................. 41
STATEMENT OF LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY ................... 41
4

Safety
Important Safety Instructions
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
_ ARNING: Ifthe information in this manual is not followed exactly, fire orshock may result causing property damage or personal injury.
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be
followed, including the following:
_ ARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury topersons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet
(See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS).
Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation
instructions.
Some products such as whole eggs with or without shell, narrow neck bottles and
sealed containers for example, closed glass jars may explode and should not be
heated in this oven.
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use
corrosive chemicals, vapors, or non-food products in this appliance, they will
damage the appliance and may result in radiation leaks. This type of oven is
specifically designed to heat, or cook food. It is not designed for industrial or
laboratory use.
As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
(See CHILD SAFETY)
Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact
nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
Do not cover or block any vents or openings on the appliance.
Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water - for
example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar
locations.
Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
5

Important Safety Instructions
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
÷ When cleaning surfaces of the door and oven that come together on closing the
door, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or
soft cloth
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
÷ Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other
combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking
÷ Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag inoven
÷ If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and
disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or
MICROWAVE ENERGY tamper with the safety interlocks.
Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or
cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven
door close properly and that there is no damage to the:
÷ door (bent)
÷ hinges and latches (broken or loosened)
÷ door seals and sealing surfaces
÷ The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified
service personnel. Improper installation, service or maintenance can cause injury
or property damage. Refer to this manual for guidance. Refer all servicing to a
factory authorized service center.
Grounding Instructions This appliance must be grounded. Grounding reduces risk of electric shock by
providing an escape wire for the electric current if an electrical short occurs. This
oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
Consult a qualified electrician or servicer if grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the oven is properly grounded.
Do not use an extension cord. If the product power cord is too short, have a
qualified electrician install a three-slot receptacle. This oven should be plugged into
a separate 60 Hertz circuit with the electrical rating as shown in specifications table.
When the oven is on a circuit with other equipment, an increase in cooking times
may be required and fuses can be blown.
Microwave operates on standard household current, 110-120 V.

Important Safety Instructions
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
TV /Radio Interference This appliance generates and uses ISM frequency energy. If not installed and used
properly, in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, it may cause
interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to
comply with limits for ISM equipment persuant to Part 18 of FCC rules, which are
designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential
installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. Turn the appliance on and off if it causes interference. Try the
following to correct the interference:
@
@
@
@
@
Clean door and sealing surface of the oven
Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or television
Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver
Move the microwave oven away from the receiver
Plug the microwave into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and the
receiver are on different branch circuits
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused
by unauthorized modification to this microwave oven. It isthe responsibility of the
user to correct such interference.
Intended Use This appliance is intended for normal family household use only. It is not approved
for outdoor, mobile vehicle, marine, or commercial use. See the warranty. If you
have any questions, contact the manufacturer.
Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking
utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
Do not operate oven when room humidity is excessive.
This oven is suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment 36"
(914 mm) or less wide.
Child Safety
Cleaning Safety
Do not allow children to use this appliance unless closely supervised by an adult.
Children and pets should not be left alone or unattended in the area where the
appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to play in its vicinity, whether or
not the appliance is in use.
When children become old enough to use the appliance, it is the legal responsibility
of the parents or legal guardians to ensure that they are instructed in safe practices
by qualified persons
Do not allow anyone to climb, stand, lean, sit or hang on any part of an appliance.
This can damage the appliance, potentially causing severe injury.
Clean exhaust filters frequently Do not allow grease to accumulate on the hood or
filters. Fire could result.
Use care when cleaning the exhaust filters. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as
lye-based oven cleaners may damage the filter (Refer to the CLEANING section in
this manual).
Clean turntable roller rest and oven floor frequently to prevent excessive noise.
7

Important Safety Instructions
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Cooking Safety
In Case of Fire
_ AUTION: To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe thefollowing:
Do not leave oven unattended while in use.
Do not store flammable materials next to or in the oven.
When flaming foods under the microwave, always turn the fan on.
Do not operate the oven while empty. This could damage the oven and result in a
risk of fire.
Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors, flammables or nonfood products in
or near this appliance. It is specificallly designed for use when heating or cooking
food. The use of corrosive chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the
appliance and could result in injury.
Do not dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven. Do not use
newspapers or paper bags for cooking. Fire could result.
Do not use recycled paper products unless labeled safe for microwave use. They
may contain impurities which may cause sparks and result in fires when used.
If materials inside the oven should ignite:
1. Keep door closed
2. Turn appliance off
3. Unplug the appliance or shut off at fuse or circuit breaker
Liquids Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea could be overheated. They can be heated
beyond the boiling point without appearing to boil. For example, visible bubbling or
boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always
present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING
OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO
THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
÷ Do not overheat the liquid
÷ Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating
÷ Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
÷ Do not use straight sided containers with narrow necks
÷ After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time
before removing
Eggs Do not cook or reheat whole eggs, with or without shell. Steam buildup in whole
eggs may cause them to explode, and possibly damage the oven or cause injury.
Reheating sliced hard-boiled eggs and cooking scrambled eggs is safe.

Important Safety Instructions
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Popcorn Use only popcorn in packages designed and labeled for microwave use, or pop it in
a microwave oven corn popper. Follow popcorn manufacturers' directions and use
a brand suitable for the wattage of your oven. Do not continue to heat after popping
has stopped. Popcorn will scorch or burn. Do not leave oven unattended.
_ CAUTION: When using pre-packaged microwave popcorn, checkpackage weight before using the popcorn pad. Set the oven for the weight
of the popcorn package. If these instructions are not followed, popcorn
may not pop adequately or may ignite and cause fire.
Foods with nonporous skins Potatoes, tomatoes, apples, whole squash and sausages are examples of foods
with nonporous skins. These types of foods must be pierced before cooking to
prevent them from exploding.
Baby formula /Baby food Do not heat baby bottles or food in microwave oven. The glass jar or the surface of
food may appear warm while the interior can burn the infant's mouth and
esophagus.
Deep fat frying Do not deep fat fry in oven. Oil can be heated beyond ideal temperatures very
quickly in a microwave oven. Temperatures can climb high enough for the cooking
oils to reach their respective flash points and burst into flames. The heated oil may
bubble and spatter causing possible damage to the oven and perhaps result in
burns. Additionally, microwave-safe utensils may not be able to withstand the
temperature of the hot oil, and could result in the utensil shattering, if it contains a
slight imperfection, scratch or chip.
Home Canning /Drying foods /Small
quantities of foods Do not use microwave oven for home canning or heating of any closed jar. Pressure
will build up and the jar may explode. In addition, the oven cannot maintain the food
at the proper canning temperature. Improperly canned food may spoil and be
dangerous to consume.
Small quantities of food or foods with low moisture content can dry out, burn or
catch on fire.
Do not dry meats, herbs, fruits or vegetables in your oven.
Proper cooking depends on time set and weight of food. If you use a smaller portion
than recommended and cook at the time for the recommended portion, fire could
result.
Cooking Utensils See also Microwave utensil guide.
Cooking utensils, the glass tray and racks get hot during microwaving. Always use
potholders when removing items from the oven. Allow to cool the glass tray and the
metal racks (if used) before handling.
Do not use metal utensils, or dishes with metallic trim in the oven.
When using aluminum foil in the oven, allow at least 1" (25,4 mm) of space between
foil and interior oven walls or door.
9

Important Safety Instructions
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The glass tray and the metal racks (if used) will get hot during cooking. The cooking
container and the glass tray can be hot even ifthe oven is cool.
Never use paper, plastic, or other combustible materials that are not intended for
cooking.
When cooking with paper, plastic, or other combustible materials, follow
manufacturer's recommendations on product use.
Do not use paper towels which contain nylon or synthetic fibers. Heated synthetics
could melt and cause paper to ignite.
Do not heat sealed containers or plastic bags in oven. Food or liquid could expand
quickly and cause container or bag to break. Pierce or open container or bag before
cooking.
Browning dishes /Oven Cooking
Bags Microwave browning dishes or grills are designed for microwave cooking only.
Preheating times vary depending on the size of the browning dish and food being
cooked. Always follow instructions provided by the browning dish or grill
manufacturer. Do not preheat browning dishes more than 6 minutes.
If an oven bag is used for microwave cooking, prepare according to package
directions. Do not use wire twist-ties to close bags, instead use nylon ties, cotton
string or a strip cut from the open end of the bag. Make six 1/2"(12,7 mm) slits by
closure. Place oven cooking bag in a dish slightly larger than the food being cooked.
Glass Tray /Turntable Ring Do not operate the oven without the turntable ring and the glass tray in place.
Do not operate the oven without the glass tray in place. Improper cooking or
damage to the oven could result. Verify that the glass tray is properly positioned and
turning when the oven is in use.
Note: The glass tray can turn in either direction.
Only use the glass tray designed for this oven. Do not substitute any other tray.
Allow the glass tray to cool before cleaning or placing in water.
Do not place food directly on the glass tray. Always place food in a microwave safe
dish.
Always replace the turntable ring and the glass tray intheir proper positions.
The turntable ring must always be used for cooking along with the glass tray.
10

Important Safety Instructions
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Fan Motor Operation After using the oven the fan motor can rotate to cool the electric components. This
is perfectly normal, and you can take out the food from the oven while the fan
operates.
Room Venting with Carbon Filter The charcoal filter,which was enclosed with your microwave oven, binds the
odorous substances.
Note: If no charcoal filter is installed, it is not possible to bind the odorous
substances in the cooking vapours.
Exhaust Mode Operation
Thermometers
When the microwave is operated in exhaust mode simultaneously with a different
burner, care must be taken to ensure that there is an adequate supply of fresh air
which will be needed by the burner for combustion.
_ CAUTION: Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning - Provide adequate airintake so combustion gases are not drawn back into the room.
Do not use regular cooking thermometers in oven. Most cooking thermometers
contain mercury and may cause electrical arc, malfunction, or damage to the oven.
Pacemakers To avoid pacemaker malfunction, consult physician or pacemaker manufacturer
about effects of microwave energy on pacemaker.
11

Microwave utensil guide
Use Do not use
Oven proof glass (specifically treated for high
intensity heat):
Utility dishes, loaf dishes, pie plates, cake plates,
liquid measuring cups, casseroles and bowls
without metallic trim.
China:
Bowls, cups, serving plates and platters without
metallic trim.
Plastic:
Plastic wrap (asa cover) - laythe plastic wrap
loosely over the dish and press itto the sides. Vent
plastic wrap by turning back one edge slightly to
allow excess steam to escape. The dish should
be deep enough so that the plastic wrap will not
touch the food. Use plastic dishes, cups,
semi-rigid freezer containers and plastic bags for
short cooking times. Use these with care because
the plastic may soften from the heat of the food.
Paper:
Paper towels, waxed paper, parchment paper,
paper napkins and paper plates with no metallic
trim or design. Look for the manufacturer slabel
for any special instructions for use inthe
microwave oven.
Metal utensils:
Metal shields the food from microwave energy and produces uneven
cooking. Also, avoid metal skewers, thermometers or foiltrays. Metal
utensils can cause arcing, which can damage your microwave oven.
Metal decoration:
Bowls, cups, serving plates and platters with metallic trim.
Aluminum foil:
Avoid large sheets ofaluminum foil because they hinder cooking and may
cause harmful arcing. Use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs and
wings. Keep ALL aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the side walls of the
oven cavity and door of the microwave.
Wood:
Wooden bowls and boards will dry out and may split or crack when you use
them in the microwave oven. Baskets made of wood will react inthe same
way.
Tightly covered utensils:
Be sure to leave openings for steam to escape from covered cookware.
Pierce plastic pouches ofvegetables or other food items before cooking.
Tightly closed pouches may explode.
Brown paper:
Avoid using brown paper bags. They absorb heat and can burn.
Flawed or chipped cooking utensils:
Any utensil that is cracked, flawed or chipped may break inthe oven.
Metal twist ties:
Remove metal twist ties from plastic or paper bags. They become hot and
could cause a fire.
12

Getting started
Microwave overview
Front view
Window Doorhandle
Frontventgrill
Controlpanel
Bottom view
Surfacelights
Ventilationfilters
13

Oven specifications
Accessories
Power Supply
Input Power
Microwave Output Power
Microwave Frequency
Convection Power
Cavity Volume
Net Weight
120VAC, 60Hz
1.500W
900W
2.450 MHz
1.450W
1.5 cubic ft. (43 L)
64 Ibs. (29 kg)
Metal Rack
Convection Rack
14

Control Panel
Display
Numericpads
(0through9)
SensorCookingpads
15

Operation
Manual operation
Using the metal rack
The metal rack gives you extra space when cooking in more than one container at
the same time.
To use the metal rack:
1. Place rack securely in the four plastic supports.
Note: Rack must not touch metal walls or back of microwave.
2. Place equal amounts of food both above and below rack.
Note: Amount of food must be approximately the same in both containers to
balance out cooking energy.
_ CAUTION: To avoid risk of property damage:
÷ Do not use the rack to pop popcorn.
÷ The rack must be on the four plastic supports when used.
÷ Use the rack only when cooking food on two positions.
÷ Do not cook with rack on the floor of the microwave oven.
÷ The rack can get hot during microwaving. Allow to cool the rack
before handling.
16

Using the convection rack The convection rack gives you best cooking results for convection baking.
Note: Never use the convection rack for microwave cooking or heating.
To use the convection rack:
1. Place convection rack securely on the center of the glass turntable.
Setting the clock
Setting the timer
Vent Fan Hi /Low /Off
Surface Light /On /Off
2. Place food directly on the convection rack.
Example: setting clock display for 9:00:
1. Touch Clock pad.
2. Enter time using number pads.
3. Touch Clock pad again.
Example: setting timer for 5 minutes:
1. Touch Timer pad once.
2. Enter desired time using number pads.
3. Touch Timer pad.
When the timer has reached the end of set time, OFFappears in the display and you
will hear permanent beep alerts indicating the timer has run out.
To stop the beep, touch Timer or STOP pad.
The exhaust ventilation moves steam and other cooking vapors from the cooking
surface of the range below the microwave oven.
To operate the exhaust vent, touch the Vent Fan Hi/Low/Off pad once for the
highest speed setting. Touch the pad again to choose the Low speed setting and a
3rd time to turn ventilation off.
Note: If the temperature gets too hot around the microwave oven, the fan in the
exhaust vent hood will automatically turn on at the LOW setting to cool the oven.
The fan will automatically turn off when the internal parts are cool. When this occurs,
the vent cannot be turned off.
Touch the Surface Light/On/Off pad once for a cooking surface light. Press the
pad again to turn the light off.
17

Control Lock
Using EasySet
You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally
started or used by children.
The control lock feature is very useful when cleaning the control panel. The lock will
prevent accidental programming when wiping the control panel clean.
Example: to set the control lock ON:
Touch and hold the Stop/Cancel pad for more than 3 seconds. The Lock icon will
appear in the display window along with 2 beeps.
Example: to change the control lock from ON to OFF:
Touch and hold the Stop/Cancel pad for more than 5 seconds. The Lock icon will
disappear in the display window.
Microwave heating or cooking may be quickly set at 100% power level for 1,2, 3, 4,
5 or 6 minutes. Use the number keys 1-6 to choose the desired minutes of cook
time (this option will only work using the 1,2, 3, 4, 5, 6 numeric pads):
Example: to quickly heat for 2 minutes at 100% power:
Touch number pad 2 for 2 minutes of cook time.
Heating with multiple cooking stages
For best results, some recipes call for different types of cooking, different power
levels and temperatures or different lengths of time for cooking. Your oven may be
set to change from one stage to another automatically (2 stages maximum).
Example: to cook food for 3 minutes at 80% power and then 50% power for
6 minutes 30 seconds:
1. Press Cook Time pad.
2. Use the number pads to enter heating time for the 1st stage (cook time may be
set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds).
3. Press Power Level pad once.
4. Use the number keys to enter power level for the 1st stage. PL8 appears in the
display (80 % power).
5. Press Cook Time pad for 2nd stage.
6. Use the number pads to enter heating time for the 2nd stage (cook time may be
set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds).
7. Press Power Level pad for 2nd stage.
8. Use the number key to enter power levelfor the 2nd stage. PL5 appears in the
display (50 % power).
9. Press START pad.
When heating has finished you will hear 5 beeps.
Touch STOP pad or open door.
18

Example: to cook food at 60% power and then to brown at 425 °F:
1. Press Cook Time pad.
2. Use the number pads to enter heating time for the 1st stage (cook time may be
set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds).
3. Press Power Level pad once.
4. Use the number keys to enter power level for the 1st stage. PL6 appears in the
display (60 % power).
5. Press Convection pad ten times for 2nd stage. 425 °F appears in the display.
6. Press Cook Time pad.
7. Use the number pads to enter heating time for the 2nd stage (cook time may be
set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds).
8. Press START pad.
When heating has finished you will hear 5 beeps.
Touch STOP pad or open door.
Note: Convection can only be set without preheating.
Heating with high power level
Example: to heat for 5 minutes at 100% power:
1. Press Cook Time pad.
2. Use the number pads to enter desired heating time (cook time may be set up to
99 minutes and 99 seconds).
3. Touch START pad.
When heating has finished you will hear 5 beeps.
Touch STOP pad or open door.
Heating with lower power levels
Using the highest power levelto heat foods with does not always give the best
results when some types of food need slower cooking, such as roasts, baked goods
or custards. Your oven has nine other power levels you may choose.
Example: to heat for 4 minutes at 70% power:
1. Press Cook Time.
2. Use the number pads to enter desired heating time (cook time may be set up to
99 minutes and 99 seconds).
3. Press Power Level to set power level (10=100% power).
4. Use the number key to change the power levelto 7. PL7 appears in the display
(70 % power).
5. Press START pad.
When heating has finished you will hear 5 beeps.
Touch STOP pad or open door.
Using the Pause key If at anytime your microwave recipe would require that the food be turned or require
you to stop the microwave during the cooking process you may do so after starting
the microwave with the START/Pause pad.
Example: To pause the microwave during cooking:
1. Touch START/Pause pad once.
2. Touch START/Pause pad again to resume cooking.
19

Adding cook time (Cook Time +30 Sec.)
This time-saving feature will let you quickly add 30 seconds to any cook time already
set when cooking. This feature may only be used while cooking and with cook time
remaining. Each press of this pad will add 30 seconds to the cook time.
Setting Defrost (by Weight)
Setting Defrost (by Time)
Special notes for defrosting
Example: to add 1 minute of cook time during cooking with power level 10
(100 %):
Press Cook Time +30 Sec. pad twice.
Example: to defrost I lb. (454g) of food with the default power level and cook
time determined automatically:
1. Press Defrost pad once. 0.0 will appear in the display.
2. Use the numeric pads to input weight of food to defrost in pounds (10 = 1lb.) You
may enter any weight from 0.1 to 6.0 Ibs.
3. Press START pad.
When defrosting has finished you will hear 5 beeps.
Touch STOP pad or open door.
Note: A valid weight entry is 0.1 to 6.0 pounds. Other values cannot be entered.
Example: to defrost food with the default 30% power level for 5 minutes:
1. Press Defrost pad twice. 0:00 will appear in the display.
2. Use the number pads to enter desired defrost time (defrost time may be set up to
99 minutes and 99 seconds).
3. Press START pad.
When heating has finished you will hear 5 beeps.
Touch STOP pad or open door.
Note: Power levels cannot be changed for both defrost (by weight) or defrost (by
time) because the defrost performance will be adversely affected.
by time
÷ After pressing START/Pause key, the display will count down remaining defrost
time. The oven will beep twice during the defrost cycle. At this time open the door
and turn the food if needed and remove any portions that have already thawed.
Touch the START/Pause key to resume the defrost cycle.
÷ When heating has finished you will hear 5 beeps.
2O

Defrosting tips When using the defrost weight feature, the weight entered should always be
pounds (valid entries are from 0.1 to 6.0 pounds).
Use both defrost weight and defrost time features for raw food items only.
Defrosting gives best results when food to be thawed is a minimum of 0 °F (taken
directly from a true freezer). If the food has been stored in a refrigerator freezer
that does not maintain a temperature of 5°F or below, always program a lower
food weight or lower cook time to prevent cooking the food.
If the frozen food is stored outside the freezer for up to 20 minutes, enter a
reduced cook time or weight.
The shape of the package will alter the defrosting time. Shallow rectangular food
packets defrost more quickly than a deep frozen block of food.
Separate pieces as they begin to defrost. Separated frozen pieces of food defrost
better.
÷ Shield warm areas of food with small pieces of foil if they start to become warm.
÷ You may use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield food items like chicken
wings, leg tips and fish tails, but do not allow the foil to touch the oven cavity
walls when defrosting.
Defrosting suggestions for meat
For best results, please read these suggestions when defrosting meat.
Meat Normal amount Suggestions
Roast beef or pork
Steaks, chops or fish
Ground meat
Whole chicken
Chicken pieces
2.5to 61bs. (40to 96 oz.)
0.5 to 3 Ibs.(8 to 48 oz.)
0.5 to 3 Ibs.(8 to 48 oz.)
2.5to 61bs. (40to 96 oz.)
0.5 to 3 Ibs.(8 to 48 oz.)
Start with the food placed fat side down. After each stage, turn the
food over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of
aluminum foil. Let stand, covered for 15-30 minutes.
After each stage, rearrange the food. Ifthere are any warm or
thawed portions offood, shield them with narrow flat pieces of
aluminum foil. Remove any pieces offood that are nearly defrosted.
Let stand, covered for about 5 to 10 minutes.
After each stage, remove any pieces of food that are nearly
defrosted. Let stand, covered with foil for 5 to 10 minutes.
Remove giblets before freezing poultry. Start defrsoting with the
breast side down. After the 1st stage, turn the chicken over and
shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil. After
the 2nd stage, again shield any warm portions with narrow strips of
aluminum foil. Let stand, covered, for 30 to 60 minutes in the
refrigerator.
After each stage, rearrange or remove any pieces of food that are
nearly defrosted. Let stand for 10-20 minutes.
Suggested power levels for cooking
The 10 power levels available with this microwave will help you to adjust to the
power output best suited for the food type you are preparing. As with any food
prepartion in the microwave, it is best to follow the microwave instructions that are
printed on food packaging.
The table below provides suggested power levels for various types of food that you
can be prepare in the microwave.
21