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What kind of ovenware can be
used?
Microwave function
Metal pans, dishes or containers with metal parts or
decorations cannot be used in the microwave. Glassware and
clay with metallic decoration or content (e.g. lead crystal)
cannot be used for microwave oven.
The ideal material for microwave oven is glass, refractory
china or clay, or heat resistant plastic. Very thin, fragile glass
or china should only be used for short period of time (e.g.
heating)
To test ovenware, put the item in the oven for 20 seconds
at maximum microwave power, after 20 seconds, take the
ovenware out immediately, it is suitable to use if it is cold or
just slightly warm. However, it is not suitable for microwave
oven if it heats up a lot or causes electric arcing.
Grilling
In the case of the grill function, the ovenware should be
resistant to temperature of at least 300°C. Plastic dishes are
not suitable for the grill function.
Combination functions
In the combination functions (microwave + conventional
heating elements), the ovenware used should be suitable for
microwave and grill.
Aluminum containers and foil
Pre-cooked food in aluminum containers or in aluminum
foil can be put in the microwave if the following aspects are
respected.
Please read the manufacturer's recommendations written on
the external packing.
The aluminum containers cannot be more than 3 cm high or
come in contact with the cavity walls (minimum distance 3
cm). Any aluminum lid or top should be removed.
The cooking time is longer because the microwaves only
permeate into food from the top. If you have any doubts, it is
best to use only dishes suitable for microwave use.
Aluminum foil cannot come into contact with the
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cavity walls since this may cause electrical arcing.
Lids
We recommend you use glass or plastic lids or cling film:
• In case of excessive evaporation (mainly during very
long cooking times)
• Cooking time is shorter
• The aroma is preserved
To prevent a build-up of pressure when cooking in sealed
containers, the lid should have holes or openings to allow for
sufficient ventilation. Plastic bags should be opened. Baby
feeding bottles or jars with baby food and similar containers
can only be heated without tops/lids on, otherwise they may
burst.
Cooking with microwave
Read the safety instructions before using your
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microwave
• Before heating or cooking foods with peel or skin (e.g.
apples, tomatoes, potatoes, sausages) peel them so that
they do not burst. Cut the food up before starting to
prepare it.
• Before using a container or dish make sure that it is
suitable for microwave use.
• When cooking food with very little moisture (e.g.
defrosting bread, making popcorn, etc.) evaporation is
very quick. The oven then works as if it was empty and
the food may burn. The appliance and the container
may be damaged in such situation. You should therefore
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