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Material that can be used in the microwave oven
Containers Notes
Baking trays Follow the instructions of the manufacturer. The bottom of the baking container must be at least 5 mm above
the turntable. Improper handling can lead to cracking the turntable.
Plates Use only plates and dishes speci ed for microwave oven use. Follow the instructions of the manufacturer. Do
not use cracked or otherwise damaged bowls.
Glass jars and Always remove the cover. Only heat the food. Do not cook! Most glass jugs and jars are not resistant to high
jugs temperatures and can crack.
Glass baking Use only those glass baking dishes resistant to high temperatures. Make sure the bowl does not have a metal
dishes border or other metal objects. Do not use cracked or otherwise damaged bowls.
Baking bags Follow the instructions of the manufacturer. Do not close using metal clips. Leave the bag slightly opened
enabling the free release of hot steam.
Paper trays Suitable only for heating or short cooking. Do not leave the oven unattended while cooking.
Paper towels Use these to cover food or remove melted grease. Use for short-term cooking only. Do not leave the oven
unattended while cooking.
Parchment paper Use for covering food, packing food for stewing and as protection against spattering.
Plastic material Use only plates and dishes speci ed for microwave oven use. Follow the instructions of the manufacturer. Plastic
material, suitable for microwave oven use, should be equipped with a speci c label: "Suitable for microwave
ovens." Some plastics become softer as a result of long-term exposure to high temperatures. "Boiling bags" and
baking sacks must be cut, pieced or otherwise vented according to the food manufacturer's instructions.
Plastic packing Use only plates and dishes speci ed for microwave oven use. Use them for covering food and to maintain food
foil moist while cooking. Make sure the plastic foil does not touch the food being prepared.
Thermometers Use only thermometers suitable for microwave oven use. (Thermometers for meat, bread products and candy.)
Wax paper Use for covering food, as protection against spattering and to maintain food moist while cooking.
Material, which may not be used for oven heating
Utensils and dishes
Aluminium platters and trays
Food and cardboard boxes
with metal holders
Metal dishes and dishes with
metal objects
Wired closing rings
Paper bags
Foam material
Wood
Notes
Risk of bending. Move the food to a container suitable for microwave oven use.
Risk of bending. Move the food to a container suitable for microwave oven use.
Metal prevents the penetration of microwave energy. Metal borders can bend.
Risk of bending and re inside the oven.
Risk of catching re. Risk of re inside the oven.
Plastic foam can melt at high temperatures and spoil food.
Wood dries and can crack when cooked.
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