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Use of different materials in microwave oven:
Utensils Remarks
Browning
dish
The bottom of the browning dish should
at least be 5 mm above the turntable,
incorrect usage may cause the turntable
to crack.
Dinnerware Microwave-safe only. Do not use cracked
or chipped dishes.
Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make
sure there is no metallic trim. Do not use
cracked or chipped glassware.
Oven heating
bags
Do not close with metal tie. Make slits in
the bag to allow the steam to escape from
the bag.
Paper plates
and cups
Use for short term heating/warming only.
Do not leave microwave unattended while
heating.
Utensils Remarks
Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and
absorbing fat. Use with supervision for a
short-term heating only.
Parchment
paper
Use as a cover to prevent splattering.
Plastic Microwave-safe plastics only. Some
plastic containers soften when the food
inside get hot. “Boiling bags” and tightly
closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced
or vented to allow the steam to escape
while heating.
Plastic wrap Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food
during heating to retain moisture.
Thermo-
meters
Microwave-safe only
(meat thermometers etc.)
Wax paper Use as cover to prevent splattering and
retain moisture.
Operation