Suitable Ovenware; Tips & Advice - Electrolux EMS2685 Instruction Book

BROWNING DISH
A special microwave dish made from ceramic glass
with a metal alloy base, which allows food to be
browned. When using the browning dish a suitable
insulator, e.g. a porcelain plate, must be placed
between the turntable and the browning dish. Be
careful to adhere exactly to the pre-heating time given
in the manufacturer's instructions. Excessive pre-
heating can damage the turntable and the turntable
stand or can trigger the safety-device which will
switch off the oven.
METAL
Generally speaking, metal should not be used, since
microwaves do not pass through metal and therefore
cannot reach the food. There are, however,
exceptions: small strips of aluminium foil may be used
to cover certain parts of the food, so that these do not
thaw too quickly or begin to cook (e.g. chicken
wings). Small metal skewers and aluminium
containers (e.g. of readycooked meals) can be used.
They must, however, be small in relation to the food,
BEFORE YOU START...
To make it as easy as possible to use the
microwave oven we have put together a few hints
and tips for you. Only switch on the oven when the
food is already inside.
SETTING THE COOKING TIME
Defrosting, re-heating and cooking times are
generally much shorter than in a conventional oven
or hob. So you will need to consult this book for
the recommended cooking times. It is better to set
shorter rather than longer cooking times. Always
test the food after the cooking time has elapsed. It
is better then to continue cooking it for a little
longer, than to have overcooked food.
STARTING TEMPERATURE
Defrosting, re-heating and cooking times depend on
the temperature of the food when you start. For
example, deep frozen and refridgerated food will
need longer than food that is at room temperature.

SUITABLE OVENWARE

e.g. aluminium containers must be at least
filled with food. It is recommended that you transfer
the food into a dish suitable for use in the microwave.
When using aluminium containers or other metal
utensils there must be a gap of approx. 2 cm
between them and the walls of the cooking area,
otherwise the walls could be damaged by possible
arcing.
NO UTENSIL SHOULD HAVE A METAL
overlay, or metal parts such as screws, bands or
handles.
UTENSIL SUITABILITY TEST
If you are not sure whether your utensil is suitable for
use in your microwave oven, carry out the following
test: Place the utensil into the oven. Place a glass
container filled with 150 ml of water on or next to the
utensil. Switch on the oven at 900 W power for 1 to
2 minutes. If the utensil stays cool or just warm to the
touch, it is suitable. Do not use this test on a plastic
utensil. It could melt.
TIPS & ADVICE
Standard storage temperaturs of food are assumed
for re-heating and cooking times (refridgerator
temperature of 5°C, Room temperature of
approximately 20°C). For defrosting food a starting
temperature of -18°C is assumed.
Cook popcorn only in special microwave safe
containers. Refer exactly to the manufacturer's
instructions. Do not use a normal paper or glass
container.
Do not cook eggs in the unbroken shells. Pressure
builds up inside the shell and this may result in the
egg exploding.
Do not heat oil or fat for deep-frying inside the
microwave oven. It is impossible to control the
temperature of the oil and it may suddenly splash
out of the pan.
Do not heat sealed containers such as jars or
tins. The pressure inside the container could cause
the container to explode. (The exception is when
you are making preserves).
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