UTENSILS
See the instructions on "Materials you can use in micro ave oven or to be avoided in microwave oven."
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There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not
safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can test the
utensil
in question following the procedure below.
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.
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.
Materials you can use in microwave oven
Utensils Remarks
Aluminium foil
Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to
cover thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent
overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven
walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away
from oven walls.
Browning
dish
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.
Dinnerware
Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions.
Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars
Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm.
Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Glassware
Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is
no metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags
Follow 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.
Paper towels
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use
with supervision for a short-term cooking only.
Parchment paper
Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for
steaming.
Plastic
Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions. Should be labelled "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.
Plastic wrap
Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during
cooking to retain moisture. Do not allow plastic
wrap to touch food.
Thermometers
Microwave-safe only (meat and candy
thermometers).
Wax paper
Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain
moisture.
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