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Utensils
Personal Injury Hazard
It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation that
involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
See the instructions on "Materials you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in microwave oven. "
There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can
test the utensil in question following the procedure below.
Utensil Test:
1.
Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold water (250ml) along with the utensil in question.
2.
Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.
3.
Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm, do not use it for microwave cooking.
4.
Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.
Materials you can use in microwave oven
Utensils
Aluminum foil
Browning dish
Dinnerware
Glass jars
Glassware
Oven cooking bags
Paper plates and cups
Paper towels
Parchment paper
Remarks
Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts
of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is
too close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away
from oven walls.
Follow manufacturer's instructions. The bottom of browning dish
must be at least 3/16 inch (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect
usage may cause the turntable to break.
Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not use
cracked or chipped dishes.
Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass
jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic
trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make
slits to allow steam to escape.
Use for short–term cooking/warming only. Do not leave the
microwave unattended while cooking.
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with
supervision for a short-term cooking only.
Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
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