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Cooking Use
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As the power of different microwaves can vary considerably, care must be taken when first using this
microwave as it may cook faster than expected.
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Do not leave the microwave unattended during use.
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Take care when cooking food with a high sugar or fat content, such as Christmas pudding or fruitcake.
The sugar or fat can overheat and in some cases catch fire.
Warning : Only allow children to use the microwave without supervision when adequate instructions have
given so that the child is able to use the microwave in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper
use; DO NOT assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he/she can cook everything
without close supervision. The microwave MUST NOT be treated nor used like a toy.
Fire!
In the event of fire:
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Keep the microwave door closed.
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Turn off the power.
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Unplug the microwave from the mains power.
First aid
Treat scalding by:
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Quickly placing the scald under cold running water for at least 10 minutes.
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Cover with a clean dry dressing. Do not use creams, oils or lotions.
Cleaning your microwave
The microwave should be cleaned regularly and food deposits removed. Failure to maintain the microwave
in a clean condition can affect the life of the microwave and possibly result in a hazardous situation. (See
cleaning your microwave)
Do not use these in your microwave
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Metal objects are not to be used in the microwave. These include:
- Metal cooking utensils.
- Metal plates or trays
- Wire twist ties
- Crockery with metal trims
- Meat thermometer
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Never use equipment made of metal, except aluminium foil in your microwave. The microwave energy
cannot pass through the metal so it bounces off and sparks against the inside of the microwave.
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Stop the microwave straight away if any equipment is causing sparks.
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Remember that some crockery has a metal trim around the edge. Even this trim can cause sparks.
Containers
Warning : Pressure will build up in sealed containers and can cause them to explode. Therefore, do not use
the following in your microwave:
- Sealed containers
- Sealed jars
- Nuts
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Always pierce the skin of fruit and vegetables, such as potatoes.
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Never use scratched, cracked or damaged glass in a microwave. Damaged glass can explode.
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When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the microwave due to the possibility
of ignition.
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- Capped bottles
- Hard-boiled eggs
- Vacuum containers
- Eggs in their shells
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