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Containers that you can be used in the microwave oven
Containers
Description
Frying dish
Always follow the manufacturer's instructions. The bottom of the frying dish should
be at least 3 16 inch 5 mm above the rotating table. The rotating tray may be
broken due to inappropriate use.
Tableware
Only the ones that are safe to use in microwaves. Always follow the manufacturer's
instructions. Do not use the broken or cracked containers.
Glass jars
Always open the lid. Use only to heat the food a little bit. Many glass jars are not
heat-resistant and may break.
Glass material
Only heat-resistant glass containers. Make sure that there is no metal coating. Do
not use the broken or cracked containers.
Cooking bags for ovens
Always follow the manufacturer's instructions. Do not tie with metal threads. Punch
holes to allow the steam to be released.
Paper plates and mugs
Use only for short-time cooking/heating. Do not leave the oven during cooking.
Paper towel
Use to reheat or cover the food to absorb the oil. Use only for short-time cooking/
heating and do not leave the oven unattended.
Parchment paper
Use to prevent splashes or to cover the food while stewing
Plastic
Only the ones that are safe to use in microwaves. Always follow the manufacturer's
instructions. It should be marked as "Safe to Use in Microwave". Some plastic
containers may get softer as the food in it gets warmer. "Cooking bags" and tightly
bound plastic bags should be punched as stated in the packaging.
Plastic packaging
Only the ones that are safe to use in microwaves. Use to cover the food to main-
tain its humidity during cooking. Do not allow the plastic packaging material to
contact with the food.
Thermometers
Only the ones that are safe to use in microwaves (meat and sugar thermometers).
Oil paper
Use it as a cover to prevent splashes or maintain the humidity.
Containers that are unsuitable for microwave oven
Aluminium tray
May cause sparks. Transfer the food in a safe container within the microwave.
Food carton with metal
handle
May cause sparks. Transfer the food in a safe container within the microwave.
Metal or metal-coated
containers
Metal protects the food from microwave energy. Metal coating may cause sparks.
Metal threads
May cause sparks and fire in the oven.
Paper bags
May cause fire in the oven.
Plastic foam
Plastic may melt down when exposed to high temperature or may contaminate
the liquid in the oven.
Wood
Wooden objects may become desiccated and be cracked or broken within the
oven.
