Testing Dishes For Their Suitability - Miele H 4050 BM Operating Instructions Manual

Suitable containers for microwave ovens
Testing dishes for their
suitability
If in doubt as to whether glass,
earthenware or porcelain plates or
dishes are suitable for use in a
microwave oven, a simple test can be
performed:
^ Place the empty container centrally
on the glass tray and slide into the
lowest shelf level.
^ Close the door.
A microwave oven process cannot
be started until the door is closed.
^ Press the ON/OFF switch to call up
the main menu.
^ Turn the function selector until the
Microwave function is highlighted.
Then press the selector to confirm
your selection.
The highest microwave power level is
then highlighted (1000 W).
^ Press the function selector to confirm
this selection (1000 W).
^ Turn the function selector to call up a
time of 30 seconds.
Then press the selector to confirm
your selection.
^ Press the Function selctor again to
start the process.
If a crackling noise is heard
accompanied by sparks during the
test, switch off the appliance imme-
diately Press the ON/OFF switch.
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Any crockery which causes this
reaction is unsuitable for use with
microwave power.
If any doubt exists about the
suitability of containers, please
contact the supplier.
This test cannot be used to check
whether items with hollow knobs or
handles are suitable for use with
microwave power.