The defrost function works by means of a
2-level system of hot air. HI is for meats in
general and LO is for fish, cakes, pastries and
bread. When selecting the defrost function,
select HI or LO on the temperature display by
pressing on the temperature sensor
then the
or
sensors.
• Unpackaged food should be placed on the
oven tray or on a dish.
• Defrost large pieces of meat or fish by
placing them over the grid with a tray
underneath to collect any liquid.
See the following chart for defrosting times and temperature levels:
FOOD
Bread
Cake
Fish
Fish
Chicken
Chicken
Rib steak
Minced meat
Minced meat
The times shown in the chart are a guide. The time needed for defrosting will depend on the
temperature of the room, weight of the food and how frozen it is.
Recommendations for Defrosting Food
and
LO LEVEL
Weight
1
/
Kg
2
1
/
Kg
2
1
/
Kg
2
1 Kg
• Meat and fish do not need to be completely
thawed before cooking. Condiments can be
added once the surface is soft.
• Food should always be cooked after
defrosting.
• Do not refreeze defrosted food.
Time
Weight
35 mins
25 mins
30 mins
40 mins
1 Kg
1,5 Kg
1
/
2
1
/
2
1 Kg
HI LEVEL
Time
75 mins
90 mins
40 mins
Kg
60 mins
Kg
120 mins
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