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PART 4: THE BASICS OF COOKING IN A MICROWAVE OVEN
UTENSILS
CAUTION
Personal Injury Hazard
It is hazardous for anyone other than a compentent person to carry out any service or repair
operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection asgainst exposure
to microwave energy.
UTENSILS
See the instructions on „Materials you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in microwave oven.“
There may be certain non-metalic utensils that are not safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can test the
utensil in question following the procedure below.
Utensil Test:
1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold water (250ml) along with the utensil in question.
2. Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.
3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm, do not use it for microwave cooking.
4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.
Materials safe for use in microwave ovens.
Important: follow the manufacturer‘s instructions for all materials.
Utensils
Notes
Aluminium foil
As protection only. Small, evenly sized strips of aluminium foil can be used to
protect thin pieces of beef or game, preventing them from overcooking. Make sure
the aluminium sheet is kept well away from the oven walls, as this could generate
electric arcs. The aluminium foil must be at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the oven
walls.
Crisp plate
(accessory)
The bottom of the crisp plate must be at least 5 mm (3/16 inches) above the
turntable. Incorrect use can cause the turntable to break.
Plates and crockery
Only if microwave safe. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. Do not use cracked
or chipped crockery.
Glass jars
Always remove the lid. Only use them to heat food, so that the contents are just hot
enough all the way through. Most glass jars or bottles are not heat-resistant and
may break.
Glass items
Only heat-resistant glass ovenware. Make sure there are no metal applications.
Do not use cracked or chipped crockery.
Oven cooking bags
Do not use metal clips to seal them. Create some slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates
and cups
Only for short cooking/heating periods. Do not leave the oven unattended during
cooking.