Selecting containers for microwave use
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Plastics
Plastic containers and plastic
disposable containers may only be
used with Microwave Solo
if they
have been declared as suitable for
microwave use by the manufacturer. To
protect the environment, it is best to
avoid using single-use containers.
Do not leave the oven unattended
when reheating or cooking food in
disposable containers made of
plastic, paper or other inflammable
materials.
Plastics must be heat-resistant to a
minimum of 110 °C. Otherwise the
plastic may melt and fuse with the
food.
Only use plastic containers in
Microwave Solo
programmes,
not in combination programmes.
– Plastic microwave containers
These are readily available from retail
outlets.
– Styrofoam containers
Styrofoam containers can be used for
short, timed warming and reheating of
food.
– Plastic “Boil-in-the-bag” bags
Plastic boiling bags can be used for
cooking and reheating. They should be
pierced beforehand so that steam can
escape.
This prevents a build-up of pressure
and reduces the risk of the bag
bursting.
There are also special steaming bags
available which do not need to be
pierced. Please follow instructions given
on the packet.
– Roasting bags and tubes
Please follow the manufacturer's
instructions when using roasting bags
and tubes.
Fire hazard!
Do not use metal clips, plastic clips
containing metal parts, or paper ties
containing wire. There is a danger
that they will ignite when heated.
– Melamine containers
Melamine is not suitable for use in this
oven. Melamine absorbs microwave
energy and gets hot. When purchasing
plasticware, make sure that it is suitable
for use in a microwave oven.
