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Utensils Remarks
Aluminum tray
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Food carton
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe 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
Plastic 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.
Materials to be avoided in microwave oven
NOTES:
• Care should be taken when removing utensils or the glass turntable, as they
may become hot during cooking.
• Only use a thermometer that is designed for use in the microwave oven.
• Ensure the turntable is in place when you operate the oven.