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CAUTION
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service
or repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection
against exposure to microwave energy.
UTENSILS
See the instructions on "Materials you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided
in microwave oven."
There may be certain non-metalic utensils that are not safe to use for microwaving.
If in doubt, you can test the utensil in question following the procedure below.
UTENSIL TEST:
1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold water (250ml) along with the
utensil in question.
2. Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.
3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm, do not use it for
microwave cooking.
4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.
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MATERIALS YOU CAN USE IN MICROWAVE OVEN
UTENSILS
REMARKS
Thermometers
Grease-proof
paper
Use as a cover to prevent splattering, retaining moisture or as a wrap
for steaming
Browning dish
Glass jars
Glassware
Paper towels
Plastic
Plastic wrap
Dinnerware
Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Should
be labeled "Microwave Safe". Some plastic containers soften, as the
food inside gets hot. "Boiling bags" and tightly closed plastic bags
should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by package.
Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain
moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of browning dish
must be at least 3/16 inch (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect
usage may cause the turntable to break.
Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. Do not
use cracked or chipped dishes.
Always remove the lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most
glass jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metalic
trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking
bags
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal
tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates
and cups
Use for short–term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven
unattended while cooking.
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with
supervision for a short-term cooking only.
Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
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