Suitable containers for microwave use
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Microwaves
– are reflected by metal,
– pass through glass, porcelain, plastic
and cardboard,
– and are absorbed by food.
Risk of fire due to unsuitable
crockery.
Containers which are not suitable for
use in microwave ovens can be
badly damaged and cause damage
to the appliance if used.
Please observe the information on
suitable containers for microwave
use.
Material and shape
The material and shape of containers
used affect cooking results and times.
Heat distribution is more even in round
and oval shaped flat containers than in
rectangular containers, providing better
results.
Risk of injury due to hollow
handle parts and lid knobs.
Moisture can penetrate hollow
handles and lid knobs of crockery.
This can lead to a build-up of
pressure, which can cause the
hollow parts to crack or shatter with
the danger of injury.
Do not use crockery with hollow
handles or lid knobs, unless the
hollow parts are sufficiently vented.
Metal
Metal containers, aluminium foil,
metal cutlery, and china with
metallic decoration such as gold rims
or cobalt blue must not be used with
microwave mode. Metal reflects
microwaves and obstructs the
cooking process.
Do not use containers where the foil
lid has not been completely removed
as small pieces of foil can cause
sparking.
Exceptions:
– Ready-meals in aluminium foil dishes
These can be defrosted and reheated in
the microwave oven, if recommended
by the manufacturer. Important:
Remove the lid and make sure the foil
dish is at least 2 cm from the oven walls
at all times. However, food is only
