Microwave - Auto / Weight Defrost

Most Microwave Ovens have an Auto (sometimes called Weight) Defrost feature. Auto Defrost or Weight Defrost is a quick and easy way to defrost foods. You can use Auto Defrost or Weight Defrost for meat, poultry and fish up to 6 pounds in weight. Auto Defrost or Weight Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish.
 
The Auto or Weight Defrost feature is a great way to defrost meat, poultry or fish quickly so you can then prepare it for a meal.
 

Defrosting In a Microwave

Depending upon the age and design of the Microwave, there are several different ways to set up the Auto Defrost or Weight Defrost feature. See the Owner's Manual for model specific instructions for using this feature on your Microwave.
 

Using Auto Defrost

Some models with Auto Defrost will allow you to select the type and weight of the item to be defrosted.
 
The following steps are typical of this type of Auto Defrost:
 
  1. Touch the AUTO DEFROST pad.
  2. Enter the proper code (one for meat, two for poultry or three for seafood).
  3. Enter the weight (0.1 pounds to 6 pounds) per the weight listed on the food's packaging.
  4. Press the START/PAUSE pad.
  5. The oven will signal as a reminder to turn or stir the food midway through the cycle. After turning or stirring the food, close the door and press the START/PAUSE pad again.

Using Weight Defrost

Some models with Weight Defrost only have you enter the weight of the item to be defrosted.
 
The following steps are typical of this type of Weight Defrost:
 
  1. Touch the WEIGHT DEFROST pad.
  2. Enter the food weight per the weight listed on the food's packaging. Some models have you enter the weight in pounds and other models have a conversion chart that have you enter the weight in pounds and ounces.
  3. Press the START/PAUSE pad.

Using Defrost Codes

There are also some older models that use six different codes for the Auto Defrost function. As mentioned, you should check the Owner's Manual for your specific model for instructions on using the Auto Defrost or Weight Defrost feature.
 

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