Selecting containers for microwave use
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– Aluminium foil pieces
For even defrosting and to avoid
overcooking unevenly shaped cuts of
meat, poultry or fish, small pieces of
aluminium foil may be used to mask
wingtips or other thin parts for the last
few minutes of the programme.
Make sure that the aluminium foil is
at least 2cm from the oven walls at
all times. It must not touch the walls.
– Metal meat skewers or clamps
These should only be used if they are
very small in comparison to the size of
the cut of meat.
Glazes and colours
Some glazes and colours contain metal
and are therefore unsuitable for
microwave functions.
Wood
Wooden dishes are not suitable.
Moisture contained in the wood
evaporates when exposed to
microwave energy, causing the wood to
dry and crack.
Testing dishes for their
suitability
If in doubt as to whether glass,
earthenware or porcelain plates or
dishes are suitable for use with
microwave energy, a simple test can be
performed:
Place the empty container in the
middle of the glass tray and slide the
tray into shelf level1.
Close the door.
Select Microwave Solo .
Set the highest power level (1000W)
and a duration of 30seconds.
Confirm with OK and start the
process.
If a cracking noise is heard
accompanied by sparks during the
test, switch the appliance off
immediately. Any crockery which
causes this reaction is unsuitable for
use with microwave power. If any
doubt exists about the suitability of a
container, please contact the
supplier.
This test cannot be used to check
whether items with hollow knobs or
handles are suitable for use with
microwave power.
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