EN 9
BEFORE USE
Cookware
Microwave
safe
Remarks
Aluminium foil
Can be used in small quantities to prevent certain parts of
the food from overcooking. Arcing can occur if the foil is too
close to the oven wall or if too much foil is used.
Porcelain and earthenware
Porcelain, earthenware, glazed earthenware and ivory
porcelain are usually suitable, unless they have a metal edge.
Disposable crockery made
from
polyester or cardboard
Frozen meals are sometimes packaged in disposable
tableware.
Fast food packaging
•
Polystyrene cups
•
Paper bags or
newspaper
•
Recycled paper or
metal edges
Can be used to warm up food.
Polystyrene can melt if it overheats.
Can catch fi re.
Can cause arcing.
Glassware
•
Oven dishes
•
Fine glassware
•
Glass jars
Can be used, unless it has a metal edge.
Can be used to warm up food or liquids. Thin glass can
break or shatter with sudden heating.
The lid must be removed. Only suitable for warming.
Metal
Can cause arcing or fi re.
Paper
•
Plates, cups,
kitchen paper
•
Recycled paper
For short cooking times and warming. For absorbing
excess moisture.
Can cause arcing.
Plastic
Especially heat-resistant thermoplastic material. Other
types of plastic can warp or discolour at high temperatures.
Do not use melamine plastic. Can be used to hold moisture.
May not touch the food. Be careful when you remove the
fi lm; hot steam can escape. Only if boil-proof or ovenproof.
Must not be airtight. If necessary, prick it with a fork.
: Recommended
: Careful
: Unsafe
