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Instruction Manual
UTENSILS
See the instructions on “Materials you can
use in microwave oven or to be avoided in
microwave oven.” There may be certain non-
metallic 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 you can use in microwave oven
Utensils
Aluminum foil
Browning dish
Dinnerware
Glass jars
Glassware
Oven cooking bags
Paper plates
and cup
Paper towels
Parchment paper
Plastic
Plastic wrap
Thermometers
Wax paper
Remarks
Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of meat
or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven
walls.
The foil should be at least 2.5cm away from oven walls.
Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be at
least 5mm above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to
break.
Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use cracked or
chipped dishes.
Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are
not heat resistant and may break.
Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do not
use cracked or chipped dishes.
Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make slits to
allow steam to escape.
Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended while
cooking.
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for a
short-term cooking only.
Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Should be labeled
“Microwave Safe”. Some plastic containers soften, as the food inside gets hot.
“Boiling bags” and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as
directed by package.
Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture. Do not
allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.
