Panasonic NN-SD271S Operating Guide

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Defrosting guidelines
Tips for defrosting
Check the defrosting several times, even if
you use the auto programs. Observe the 
standing times.
Standing times
Individual portions of food may be cooked
almost immediately after defrosting. It is 
normal for large portions of food to be 
frozen in the centre. Before cooking, allow 
to stand for a minimum of one hour 
During this standing time, the temperature 
becomes evenly distributed and the food is 
defrosted by conduction. N.B. If the food is 
not going to be cooked immediately, store it 
in the refrigerator. Never refreeze defrosted 
food without Àrst cooking it.
Joints and poultry
It is preferable to place the joints on an 
upturned plate or plastic rack so that they 
are not resting in the juices. It is essential 
to protect delicate or projecting parts 
of this food with small pieces of foil to 
prevent these parts from cooking. It is not 
dangerous to use small pieces of foil in 
your oven, provided they do not come 
into contact with the oven walls.
Minced meat or cubes of meat 
and seafood
Since the outside of these foods quickly 
defrosts, it is necessary to separate them, 
break the blocks into pieces frequently while 
defrosting and remove them when they 
have defrosted.
Small portions of food
Chops and chicken pieces must be
separated as soon as possible so that they
defrost evenly throughout. Fatty parts and
the ends defrost more quickly. Place them
near the centre of the glass tray  or protect
them.
Bread
Loaves will require standing time to allow
the centre to thaw. Standing time can be
shortened if slices are separated and rolls
and loaves cut in half.
Beep Sounds
Beeps will sound during the Turbo Defrost 
programs. The beeps are to remind you to 
check, stir, separate the pieces, or shield 
small parts. Failure to do this may result in 
uneven defrosting.
 
 
 
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