Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are suitable for use in the microwave oven.The
following chart summarises the proper use of cooking utensils in your oven:
Cooking
Utensils
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Microwave
1. Most glass, glass ceramic, and heat resistant glassware utensils are
excellent. Those with metal trim should not be used in a microwave oven.
2. Paper napkins, towels, plates, cups, cartons, and cardboard can be used in
the microwave oven. Do not use recycled paper products since they may
contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires when used in
cooking. (Consult your cookbook for correct use of these products.)
3. Plastic dishes, cups, freezer bags, and plastic wraps may be used in the
microwave oven. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions or the information
given in the cookbook when using plastics in the microwave oven.
4. Metal utensils and utensils with metallic trim should not be used in the
microwave oven. For more information on the proper use of metal in your
oven, please read the introduction section in the cookbook. If the use of
aluminum foil, skewers, or utensils containing metal in the oven is specified
in the recipe, allow at least 2.5cm clearance between the metal object and
the interior oven wall. If arcing (sparks) occurs, remove immediately.
NOTE:
Consult your cookbook, individual recipes, and charts for correct use of
cooking containers, products, and other useful information.
NOTE:
• Care should be taken when removing utensils or the glass turntable, as they
may become hot during cooking.
• Only use a thermometer that is designed or recommended for use in the
microwave oven.
• Ensure the turntable is in place when you operate the oven.
Cooking utensils
Microwave
Heat resistant glass, glass ceramic
yes
Ceramic, china
yes
(Do not use china with
gold or silver trim.)
Metal cookware
no
Non-heat resistant glass
no
Microwave plastic
yes
Plastic wrap
yes
Paper (cup, plates, towels)
yes
Straw, wicker and wood
no
