Tightly-closed utensils could explode. Closed
containers should be opened and plastic pouches
should be pierced before cooking.
See the instructions on "Materials you can use in
microwave oven or to be avoided in microwave oven."
There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not
safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can test
the utensil in question following the procedure:
Microwave Features
Utensils
Personal Injury Hazard
CAUTION
Utensil Test
(1) Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold
water (250 ml) along with the utensil in question.
(2) Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.
(3) Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is
warm, do not use it for microwave cooking.
(4) Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time
ightly-closed utensils could explode.
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Materials you can use in microwave oven
Utensil Remarks
Aluminum foil For shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent
overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven walls. Foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5 cm)
away from oven walls
Browning dish Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of the dish must be at least 3/16 inch (5 mm) above
the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.
Dinnerware: Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are not heat resistant and
may break.
Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do not use cracked or
chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape
Paper plates and
cups
Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended while cooking.
Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for short-term cooking only..
Parchment paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering or as a wrap for steaming.
Plastic Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Should be labeled “Microwave Safe”.
Some plastic containers soften, as the food inside gets hot. “Boiling bags” and tightly closed plastic
bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by package.
Plastic wrap Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap
to touch food.
Thermometers Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper: Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.
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Materials to be avoided in Microwave Oven
Utensil Remarks
Aluminum tray May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Food carton with
metal handle
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-save dish.
Metal or metal-
trimmed utensils
Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may cause arcing.
Metal twist ties May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
Paper bags May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam Foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed to high temperature.
Wood Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split or crack.
rom microwave energy. Metal trim may cause arcing.
out when used in the microwave oven and ma
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