EN 16
COOKWARE MICROWAVE-
SAFE
REMARKS
Metal
•
Dishes
•
Metal strips for
freezer bags
7
7
Can cause arcing or fire�
Paper
•
Plates, cups,
serviettes and
kitchen paper
•
Recycled paper
3
7
For short cooking times and warming up�
For absorbing excess moisture�
Can cause arcing�
Plastic
•
Trays
•
Cling film
•
Freezer bags
3
3
37
Especially heat-resistant thermoplastic
material� Other types of plastic can warp
or discolour at high temperatures� Do not
use melamine plastic�
Can be used to hold moisture� Do not
touch the food� Be careful when you
remove the film; hot steam can escape�
Only if boil-proof or ovenproof� Must not
be airtight� If necessary, prick it with a fork�
Waxed or baking paper
3
Can be used to hold moisture and
prevent splashes�
Note
Sparks in the microwave are also called arcing�
3: Recommended
37: Careful
7: Unsafe
USING THE MICROWAVE SETTING