USING THE MICROWAVE SETTING
Guidelines for microwave cookware
Cookware that you use for the microwave setting should not block the microwaves . Metals
such as stainless steel, aluminium and copper reflect microwaves . For that reason, do not use
metal cookware . Cookware which is designated as microwave-safe can be used safely . For
more information about suitable cookware, consult the following guidelines and always use
the ceramic baking tray on level 1 if you use the microwave setting .
COOKWARE
Aluminium foil
Porcelain and earthenware
Disposable crockery
made from polyester or
cardboard
Fast food packaging
Polystyrene cups
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Paper bags or
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newspaper
Recycled paper or
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metal edges
Glassware
Oven dishes
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Fine glassware
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Glass jars
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MICROWAVE-
SAFE
Can be used in small quantities to
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prevent certain parts of the dish from
overcooking . Arcing can occur if the foil
is too close to the oven wall or if too
much foil is used .
Porcelain, earthenware, glazed
3
earthenware and ivory porcelain are
usually suitable, unless they have a
metal edge .
Frozen meals are sometimes packaged
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in disposable crockery .
Can be used to warm up dishes .
3
Polystyrene can melt if it overheats .
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Can catch fire .
Can cause arcing .
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Can be used, unless it has a metal edge .
3
Can be used to warm up dishes or
liquids . Thin glass can break or shatter
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with sudden heating .
The lid must be removed . Only suitable
for warming up .
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REMARKS
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