Utensils; Materials You Can Use In Microwave Oven - Brandt GE2622 Manuel D'utilisation

2/INSTALLING YOUR APPLIANCE

UTENSILS

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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 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 1 inch
(2.5cm) away from oven walls.
Browning dish Follow manufacturer's instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be at least 3/16 inch
(5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.
Dinnerware Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are not heat resistant
and may break.
Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do not use cracked or
chipped dishes.
Oven cooking Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make slits to allow steam to
bags escape.
Paper plates Use for short–term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended while cooking.
and cups
Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for a short-term cooking
only.
Parchment Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
paper
Plastic 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.
Plastic wrap Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture. Do not allow plastic
wrap to touch food.
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.
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.
CAUTION
Personal Injury Hazard
It is hazardous for anyone other
than a competent person to carry
out any service or repair operation
that involves the removal of a cover
which gives protection against expo-
sure to microwave energy.
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