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
Aluminium Foil
China and Earthenware
Disposable Polyester
Cardboard Dishes
Fast - Food Packaging
Polystyrene cups
•
containers
Paper bags or
•
newspaper
Recycled paper or
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metal trims
Glassware
Oven-to-table ware
•
Fine glassware
•
Glass jars
•
Metal
Dishes
•
Freezer bag twist
•
ties
Paper
Plates, cups,
•
napkins and Kitchen
paper
Recycled paper
•
MICROWAVE-
SAFE
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.
Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware
and bone china are usually suitable,
unless decorated with a metal trim.
Some frozen foods are packaged in
these dishes.
Can be used to warm food. Overheating
may cause the polystyrene to melt.
May catch fi re.
May cause arcing.
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.
May cause arcing or fi re.
For short cooking times and warming.
Also to absorb excess moisture.
May cause arcing.
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