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5.1
Microwave safe cookware
Cookware
Microwave
safe
Comments
Aluminium foil/
containers
3
/
7
Small pieces of aluminium foil can be used to shield
food from overheating. Keep foil at least 2 cm from
the oven walls, as arcing may occur. Foil containers
are not recommended unless specified by the
manufacturer. Follow instructions carefully.
Browning dishes
3
Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not
exceed heating times given. Be very careful as these
dishes become very hot.
China and
ceramics
3
/
7
Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and bone
china are usually suitable, except for those with
metallic decoration.
Glassware
e.g. Pyrex ®
3
Care should be taken if using fine glassware as it
can break or crack if heated suddenly.
Metal
7
It is not recommended to use metal cookware when
using microwave power as it will arc, which can lead
to fire.
Plastic/polystyrene
e.g. fast food
containers
3
Care must be taken as some containers warp, melt
or discolour at high temperatures.
Cling film
3
Should not touch the food and must be pierced to
let the steam escape.
Freezer/roasting
bags
3
Must be pierced to let steam escape. Ensure bags
are suitable for microwave use. Do not use plastic or
metal ties, as they may melt or catch fire due to the
metal arcing.
Paper - plates,
cups and kitchen
paper
3
Only use for warming or to absorb moisture. Care
must be taken as overheating may cause fire.
Straw and wooden
containers
3
Always attend the oven when using these materials
as overheating may cause fire.
Recycled paper
and newspaper
7
May contain extracts of metal which will cause
arcing and may lead to fire.
5.
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