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Paper plates YES - For reheating NO NO
Paper towels YES - To cover for reheating and NO NO
cooking. Do not use recycled
paper towels which may contain
metal fillings.
YES
Paper, ovenable
Microwave-safe
plastic containers
YES - Use for reheating and
defrosting. Some microwave-
safe plastics are not suitable for
cooking foods with high fat and
sugar content.
Follow manufacturer's directions.
Plastic, Thermoset ® YES
YES - Use brands specially
marked for microwave use. DO
NOT allow plastic wrap to touch
food. Vent so steam can escape.
Pottery, porcelain YES - Check manufacturer's YES
stoneware recommendation for being
microwave safe.
Plastic wrap
YES =For YES = For
temperatures up to temperatures up to
400°R Do not use for 400°R
broiling.
NO NO
Styrofoam
Wax paper
YES - Are heat YES
resistant up to 425°R
Do not use for
broiling.
NO NO
YES - For reheating NO
YES - Good covering for cooking NO
and reheating.
Wickerl wood, YES _ May be used for short NO NO
straw periods of time. Do not use with
high fat or high sugar content
foods. Could char.
YES - Must be
microwave safe AND
ovenable.
NO
NO
DISH CHECK Ifyou wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving, place the empty dish in the oven and
microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. If the dish becomes very hot, DO NOT use it for microwaving
ACCESSORIES There are many microwave accessories available for purchase. Evaluate carefully
before you purchase so that they meet your needs. A microwave-safe thermometer will assist you in
determining correct doneness and assure you that foods have been cooked to safe temperatures when
using microwave-only cooking.
Etectrolux is not responsible for any damage to the oven when accessories are used.