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SUITABLE OVENWARE
To cook/defrost food in a microwave oven, the microwave energy must be able to pass through the container to
penetrate the food. Therefore it is important to choose suitable cookware.
Round/oval dishes are preferable to square/oblong ones, as the food in the corners tends to overcook. A variety of
cookware can be used as listed below.
Cookware Microwave
Safe Grill Comment
Aluminium foil
Foil Containers /
Small pieces of aluminium foil can be used to
shield food from overheating. Keep foil at least
2cm from the oven walls, as arcing may occur.
Foil containers are not recommended unless
speci ed by the manufacturer, e.g. Microfoil®,
follow instructions carefully.
Browning dishes /
Always follow the manufacturers instructions.
Do not exceed heating times given. Be very
careful as these dishes become very hot.
China and ceramics /
Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and
bone china are usually suitable, except for
those with metallic decoration.
Glassware e.g. Pyrex® Care should be taken if using ne glassware as
it can break or crack if heated suddenly.
Metal It is not recommended to use metal cookware
as it will arc, which can lead to re.
Plastic/Polystyrene e.g fast food
containers
Care must be taken as some containers warp,
melt or discolour at high temperatures.
Cling lm It should not touch the food and must be
pierced to let the steam escape.
Freezer/Roasting bags Must be pierced to let steam escape. Ensure
bags are suitable for microwave use.
Paper - Plates, cups and kitchen
paper
Do not use plastic or metal ties, as they may
melt or catch re due to the metal ‘arcing’.
Straw and wooden Containers
Only use for warming or to absorb moisture.
Care must be taken as overheating may cause
r e .
Recycled paper and newspaper
Always attend the oven when using these
materials as overheating may cause re.
May contain extracts of metal which will cause
‘arcing’ and may lead to re.
WARNING: When heating food in plastic or paper containers, monitor the oven due to the possibility of
ignition.
NOTE: Do not leave your oven unattended while in use.
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CLEANING AND CARE
CAUTION: DO NOT USE COMMERCIAL OVEN
CLEANERS, STEAM CLEANERS, ABRASIVE,
HARSH CLEANERS, ANY THAT CONTAIN SODIUM
HYDROXIDE OR SCOURING PADS ON ANY PART OF
YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN.
Before cleaning, make sure the oven cavity, door,
oven cabinet and accessories are completely cool.
CLEAN THE OVEN AT REGULAR INTERVALS AND
REMOVE ANY FOOD DEPOSITS - Keep the oven
clean, or the oven could lead to a deterioration of
the surface. This could adversely aff ect the life of
the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous
situation.
NOTE: When cooking, condensation can build up inside
the oven cavity, cavity face and door. The amount of
condensation will depend upon the temperature of
the oven surfaces and the moisture content of the food
being microwaved. Ensure that when you have nished
cooking that any moisture which collects on these
surfaces are wiped away with a soft, moisture absorbent
cloth.
Oven exterior
The outside of your oven can be cleaned easily with
mild soap and water. Make sure the soap is wiped o
with a moist cloth, and dry the exterior with a soft
towel.
Control panel
Open the door before cleaning to de-activate the
control panel. Care should be taken in cleaning the
control panel. Using a cloth dampened with water only,
gently wipe the panel until it becomes clean.
Avoid using excessive amounts of water. Do not use any
sort of chemical or abrasive cleaner.
Oven Interior
1. For cleaning, wipe any splatters or spills with a soft
damp cloth or sponge after each use while the oven is
still warm.
For heavier spills, use a mild soap and wipe several
times with a damp cloth until all residues are removed.
Built-up splashes may overheat and begin to smoke
or catch re, and cause arcing. Do not remove the
waveguide cover.
2. Make sure that mild soap or water does not penetrate
the small vents in the walls which may cause damage
to the oven.
3. Do not use spray type cleaners on the oven interior.
4. Heat up your oven regularly by using the grill and
heat the oven without food for 20 minutes on grill.
Remaining food or fat splashed can cause smoke or
bad smell.
Keep the waveguide cover clean at all times.
The waveguide cover is constructed from a fragile
material and should be cleaned with care (follow the
cleaning instructions above).
NOTE: Excessive soaking may cause disintegration of
the waveguide cover.
The waveguide cover is a consumable part and without
regular cleaning, will need to be replaced.
Accessories
The accessories like turntable, turntable support and
rack should be washed in a mild washing up liquid
solution and dried. They are dishwasher safe.
Door
To remove all trace of dirt, regularly clean both sides of
the door, the door seals and adjacent parts with a soft,
damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaner.
NOTE: A steam cleaner should not be used.
Cleaning tip - For easier cleaning of your oven:
Place half a lemon in a bowl, add 300ml (1/2 pint) water and heat on 100% for 10 - 12 minutes.
Wipe the oven clean using a soft, dry cloth.