Amana MVH140E Service Manual page 68

Programming Instructions for MVH340
Defrosting Tips
1. When using AUTO DEFROST cycle, the weight
being entered is the net weight in pounds and tenths
of pounds (the weight of the food minus the con-
tainer).
2. Use AUTO DEFROST cycle only for raw food. Auto
defrost obtains the best results when food is a
minimum of 0°F, (taken directly from a freezer). If
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 for a shorter
defrosting time, to prevent cooking the food.
3. If the food is stored outside the freezer for up to 20
minutes, enter a lower food weight.
4. The shape of the package alters the defrosting time.
Shallow rectangular packets defrost more quickly
than a deep block.
5. Separate pieces as they begin to defrost. Separated
pieces defrost more easily.
6. You can use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield
foods like chicken wings, leg tips, and fish tails, but
the foil must not touch the side of the oven. Foil
causes arcing, which can damage the oven lining.
7. Shield areas of food with small pieces of foil if they
start to become warm.
8. For better results, a preset standard time is included
in the defrosting time.
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