USING THE MICROWAVE SETTING
Guidelines for microwave cookware
Cookware that you use for the microwave setting should not block the microwaves. Metals
such as stainless steel, aluminium and copper refl ect microwaves. For that reason, do not use
metal cookware. Cookware which is designated as microwave-safe can be used safely. For
more information about suitable cookware, consult the following guidelines and always use
the ceramic baking tray on level 1 if you use the microwave setting.
COOKWARE
Aluminium foil
Porcelain and earthenware
Disposable crockery
made from polyester or
cardboard
Fast food packaging
Polystyrene cups
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Paper bags or
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newspaper
Recycled paper or
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metal edges
Glassware
Oven dishes
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Fine glassware
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Glass jars
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MICROWAVE-
SAFE
Can be used in small quantities to
prevent certain parts of the dish from
overcooking. Arcing can occur if the foil
is too close to the oven wall or if too
much foil is used.
Porcelain, earthenware, glazed
earthenware and ivory porcelain are
usually suitable, unless they have a
metal edge.
Frozen meals are sometimes packaged
in disposable crockery.
Can be used to warm up dishes.
Polystyrene can melt if it overheats.
Can catch fi re.
Can cause arcing.
Can be used, unless it has a metal edge.
Can be used to warm up dishes or
liquids. Thin glass can break or shatter
with sudden heating.
The lid must be removed. Only suitable
for warming up.
REMARKS
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