9.
Meat Thermometer.
Use a meat thermometer
to check the degree of
cooking of roasts and
poultry only when meat
has been removed from the
microwave. If undercooked, return to the
oven and cook for a few more minutes at
the recommended power level. Do not
leave a conventional meat thermometer
in the oven when microwaving.
10.
Paper, Plastic.
Carefully attend the appliance if paper,
plastic or other combustible materials are
used as containers or for covering. Do
not use wire twist-ties with roasting bags
as arcing will occur.
Do not use re-cycled
paper products, eg
Kitchen roll unless
they say they are
specifically designed
for use in a microwave
oven. These products contain impurities
which may cause sparks and/or fires
when used.
11.
Reheating.
It is essential that reheated food is served
“piping hot”.
Remove the food from
the oven and check
that it is “piping hot”,
ie steam is being
emitted from all parts
and any sauce is bub-
bling. (If you wish you may
choose to check the food has reached
72˚C with a food thermometer – but
remember do not use this thermometer
inside the microwave).
For foods that cannot be stirred, eg
lasagne, shepherds pie, the centre
should be cut with a knife to test it is well
heated through. Even if a manufacturerʼs
packet instructions have been followed
always check the food is piping hot
before serving and if in doubt return your
food to the oven for further heating.
12.
Standing Time.
Standing time refers to the period at the
end of cooking or
reheating when food is
left before being eaten,
ie. it is a rest time
which allows the heat in
the food to continue to conduct to the
centre, thus eliminating cold spots.
13.
Keeping Your Oven
Clean.
It is essential for the
safe operation of the
oven that it is wiped
out regularly. Use
warm soapy water,
squeeze the cloth out well and use to
remove any grease or food from the
interior. Pay particular attention to the
door seal area and also the areas around
the microwave feed guide situated on the
right hand side of the cavity wall. The
oven should be unplugged when
cleaning.
14.
Fan Motor Operation.
After using the microwave the fan motor
may rotate for a few minutes to cool the
electric components. This is normal and
you can take out food even though the
fan motor operates. You can continue
using the oven during this time.
15.
Containers.
Before use check that utensils/containers
are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
16.
Babies Bottles and Food Jars.
When reheating babies bottles always
remove top and teat. Liquid at the top of
the bottle will be much hotter than that at
the bottom and must be shaken
thoroughly before checking the
temperature. The lid must also be
removed from babies food jars, the
contents must also be stirred or shaken
before the temperature is checked.
17.
Arcing.
Arcing may occur if a metal
container has been used
accidentally or if the incorrect
weight of food is used. Arcing
is when blue flashes of light
are seen in the microwave
oven. If this occurs, stop
the machine immediately.
If the oven is left unattended
and this continues it can
damage the machine.
18.
Maximum Weight on Turntable
The maximum weight that can be placed
on the turntable is 4kg (8lb 4oz) (this
includes total weight of food and dish).
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