Operation Manual

EN 21
USING THE MICROWAVE MODE (CONTINUED)
Microwave cookware guide
Cookware used for Microwave Mode must allow microwaves to pass through and penetrate
food. Metals such as stainless steel, aluminum and copper refl ect microwaves. Therefore, do
not use cookware made of metallic materials. Cookware marked microwave - safe is always
safe for use. For additional information on appropriate cookware refer to the following guide
and always use the ceramic tray on shelf Level 1 when using microwave mode.
COOKWARE
MICROWAVE-
SAFE
COMMENTS
Aluminium Foil
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Can be used in small quantities to
protect areas against overcooking.
Arcing can occur if the foil is too close to
the oven wall or if too much foil is used.
China and Earthenware
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Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware
and bone china are usually suitable,
unless decorated with a metal trim.
Disposable Polyester
Cardboard Dishes
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Some frozen foods are packaged in
these dishes.
Fast - Food Packaging
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Polystyrene cups
containers
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Paper bags or
newspaper
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Recycled paper or
metal trims
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Can be used to warm food. Overheating
may cause the polystyrene to melt.
May catch fi re.
May cause arcing.
Glassware
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Oven-to-table ware
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Fine glassware
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Glass jars
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Can be used, unless decorated with a
metal trim. Can be used to warm foods
or liquids. Delicate glass may break or
crack if heated suddenly.
Must remove the lid. Suitable for
warming only.
Metal
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Dishes
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Freezer bag twist
ties
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May cause arcing or fi re.
Paper
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Plates, cups,
napkins and Kitchen
paper
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Recycled paper
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For short cooking times and warming.
Also to absorb excess moisture.
May cause arcing.