Panasonic NN-SM332W Operating Instructions Manual page 6

Important.
If the recommended cooking times are
exceeded the food will be spoiled and in extreme
circumstances could catch fire and possibly
damage the interior of the oven.
Short Cooking Times.
As microwave cooking times are much shorter
than other cooking methods it is essential that
recommended cooking times are not exceeded
without first checking the food.
Cooking times given in the cookbook are
approximate. Factors that may affect cooking
times are: preferred degree of cooking, starting
temperature, altitude, volume, size and shape of
foods and utensils used. As you become familiar
with the oven, you will be able to adjust these
factors.
It is better to undercook rather than overcook
foods. If food is undercooked, it can always be
returned to the oven for further cooking. If food is
overcooked, nothing can be done. Always start with
minimum cooking times.
Small quantities of food.
Take care when heating small quantities of food
as these can easily burn, dry out or catch fire if
cooked too long. Always set short cooking times
and check the food frequently.
Foods low in moisture.
Take care when heating foods low in moisture,
e.g. bread items, chocolate, popcorn, biscuits and
pastries. These can easily burn, dry out or catch
on fire if cooked too long. We do not recommend
heating foods low in moisture such as popcorn or
poppadoms.
This oven has been developed for food use.
We do not recommend that it is used for heating
non food items such as wheat bags or hot water
bottles.
Important Safety Instructions
Reheating.
It is essential that reheated food is served "piping
hot".
Remove the food from the oven and check that it
is "piping hot", i.e. 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, e.g. lasagne,
shepherds pie, the center 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.
Standing Time.
Standing time refers to the period at the end of
cooking or reheating when food is left before being
eaten, i.e. it is a rest time which allows the heat in
the food to continue to conduct to the center, thus
eliminating cold spots.
Lids.
Always remove the lids of jars and containers and
takeaway food containers before you microwave
them. If you don't then steam and pressure might
build up inside and cause an explosion even after
the microwave cooking has stopped.
Babies Bottles and Food Jars.
When reheating babies bottles always remove top
and teat. Liquid at the top of the bottle will be much
hotter than that at the bottom and must be shaken
thoroughly before checking the temperature. This
should be carried out before consumption to avoid
burns. See page 21.
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