John Lewis JLFSMW001 Instruction Manual page 11

Important information
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
level. Do not leave a conventional meat
thermometer in the oven when
microwaving.
10.Paper, plastic
When heating food in plastic or paper
containers, keep an eye on the oven due
to the possibility of ignition. 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 in 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, shepherds 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 followed
always check the food is piping hot
before serving and if in doubt return
your food to the oven for further
heating.
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.
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.
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