Microwave operation
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Unsuitable dishware
Moisture can collect in the hollow
spaces on dishware and lids with
hollow handles or knobs. When the
moisture evaporates, pressure can
build up and the item can explode. If
the hollow recess is sufficiently
ventilated, the item can be used.
Do not use dishware with hollow
knobs or handles for cooking.
Do
not
use the following dishware and
material:
- Wire racks (including the supplied
wire rack) are
not
suitable for use
with the
Microwave
operating
mode.
- Metal containers
- Aluminum foil
Exception: for even defrosting,
reheating, or cooking of unevenly
shaped cuts of meat, e.g., poultry,
small pieces of aluminum foil may be
used to cover thin parts for the last
few minutes of the process.
- Metal clips or plastic or paper ties
containing wire
- Plastic containers where the
aluminum lid has not been
completely removed
- Crystal glass
- Utensils and dishware with metallic
decoration (e.g., gold rims, cobalt
blue)
- Dishware with hollow handles
- Plasticware made of melamine
Melamine absorbs microwave energy
and gets hot.
When purchasing plasticware, make
sure that it is suitable for use in a
microwave oven.
- Wooden dishes
Water contained in wood evaporates
during the cooking process. This
causes the wood to dry and crack.
