F
F
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R
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U
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N
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L
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Y
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A
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K
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QUESTION
ANSWER
Can I use a rack in my microwave
oven so that I may reheat or cook in
two rack positions at a time
Only use the rack that is supplied with your
microwave oven.
Use of any other rack can result in poor cooking
performance and/or arcing and may damage your
oven.
Can I use either metal or aluminum
pans in my microwave oven?
Usable metal includes aluminum foil for shielding
(use small, flat pieces).
Never allow metal to touch the walls or door
Sometimes the door of my
microwave oven appears wavy. Is
this normal?
This appearance is normal and does not affect
the operation of your oven.
What are the humming noises I hear
when my microwave oven is
operating?
This is the sound of the transformer when the
magnetron tube cycles on and off.
Why does the dish become hot
when I microwave food in it?
As the food becomes hot, it will conduct the heat
to the dish.
Use hot pads to remove food after cooking.
The dish may not be microwave safe.
What does standing time mean?
Standing time means that food should be left in
the oven for a short period of time after the
cooking is over which allows the cooking to finish
Can I pop popcorn in my microwave
oven? How do I get the best
results?
Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn following
manufactures guideline or use the pre
programmed popcorn pad.
Do not use regular paper bags
Use the listening test by stopping the oven as
soon as the popping slows to a pop every 1 to 2
secs. Do not try to repop unpopped kernels.
Do not pop popcorn in glass utensils
Why does steam come out of the air
exhaust vent?
Steam is normally produced during cooking. The
microwave oven has been designed to vent this
steam out the top vent.
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