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9.
Meat Thermometer.
Use a meat thermometer to check the degree of
cooking of roasts and poultry only when meat has
been removed from the microwave. If undercooked,
return to the oven and cook for a few more minutes
at the recommended power
(eve!. Do not leave a
conventional meal
thermometer in the oven when
microwaving.
12. Standing Time.
Standing time refers to the
period at the end of
cooking or reheating when
food is left before being
eaten, ie. it is a rest time
which allows the heat in
the food to continue to
conduct to the centre, thus
eliminating cold spots. See
page 14 for details.
10. Paper, Plastic.
Carefully attend the
appliance if paper, plastic
or other combustible
materials are used as
containers or for covering.
Do not use wire twist-ties
with roasting bags as
arcing will occur.
Do not use re-cycled paper
products, eg Kitchen roll unless they say they are
specifically designed for use «n a microwave oven.
These products contain impurities which may cause
sparks and/or fires when used.
11. Reheating.
It is essential that
reheated food is served
"piping hot".
Remove the food from
the oven and check that
it is "piping hot", ie steam
is being emitted from all
parts and any sauce is
bubbling. {If you wish you
may choose to check the
food has reached 72'C
with a food thermometer
" but remember do not use this thermometer inside
the microwave.)
For foods that cannot be stirred, eg lasagne,
shephe.'ds pie, the centre should be cut with a knife
to test it is well heated through. Even if a
manufacturer's packet instructions have been
foIlov;ed always check the food is piping hot before
serving and if in doubt return your food to the oven
for further heating.
13. Keeping Your Oven Clean.
It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it
is wiped out regularly. Use warm soapy water,
squeeze the cloth out well and
use to remove any grease or
food from the interior. Pay
particular attention to the door
seal area and also the areas
around the microwave feed
guide situated on the right
hand side of the cavity wall.
The oven should be
unplugged when cleaning.
14. Babies Bottles and
Food Jars
When reheating babies
bottles always remove top
and teal. Liquid at the top
of the bottle will be much
hotter than at the bottom
and must be shaken
thoroughly before checking the temperature. The lid
must also be removed from babies food )ars, the
contents must also be stirred or shaken before the
tempe.'atu.'e is checked.
15. Containers
Befo.'e use check that utensil5.''containers are suitable
for use in microwave ovens.
16. Care of Your Oven Cavity
Your oven cavity is constructed of zinc coated steei.
painted with an extremely durable coating. After use,
the oven interior should be wiped out to remove any
remaining water in order to reduce the risk of
corrosion to the cavity- and door.
The cavity and door can be damaged by abrasive
cleaners and sharp objects so care must be taken to
avoid damage caused in this way. If the cavity or
door becomes damaged the lining may begin to
co.TOde. Providing the above precautions are taken
regarding the cleaning and care of your oven the life
of the cavity and door may be extended.
However, should any corrosion of the cavity or door
occur \.vilhin a period of 3 years from the date of
purchase and providing the above precautions are
fbliowed the cavity and door will be serviced by your
supplier on a free of charge basis.
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