Instruction for Use

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Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent
splattering and retain moisture.
MATERIALS TO BE AVOIDED IN A
MICROWAVE OVEN
Utensils Remarks
Aluminium tray May cause bending. Transfer
food into a microwave-safe
dish.
Food carton
with metal
handle
May cause bending. Transfer
food into a microwave-safe
dish.
Metal or
metal-trimmed
utensils
Metal shields the food from
microwave energy. Metal trim
may cause bending.
Metal twist ties May cause bending and
could cause a re in the
oven.
Paper bags May cause a re in the oven.
Plastic foam Plastic foam may melt or
contaminate the liquid inside
when exposed to high tem-
perature.
Wood Wood will dry out when used
in the microwave oven and
may split or crack.
CLEANING
Ensure the appliance is unplugged from the
power supply.
1. Clean the oven cavity after use with a
slightly damp cloth.
2. Always clean the accessories with soapy
water.
3. The door frame, seal and surrounding
surfaces must be cleaned carefully with a
damp cloth when they are dirty.
4. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or
sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door
glass since they can scratch the surface
and the glass may break.
Cleaning Tip- To easily clean the oven cavity walls,
place half a lemon in a bowl, add 300ml (1/2 pint)
of water and heat at 100% microwave power for 10
minutes. Wipe the oven clean using a soft, dry cloth.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Browning
Dishes
Follow manufacturer’s
instructions. The bottom of
browning dishes must be at
least 3/16 inch (5mm) above
the turntable. Improper use
may cause the turntable to
break.
Aluminium
foil
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. The foil should be
at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away
from oven walls.
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 glasses.
Oven
cooking bags
Follow manufacturer’s
instructions. Do not close with
metal tie. Make slits to allow
steam to exit.
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.
Plastic Microwave-safe only. Follow
the manufacturer’s instructions.
Should be labelled “Microwave
Safe”. Some plastic containers
may soften as the food inside
gets hot. “Boiling bags” and
tightly closed plastic bags
should be slit, pierced or
vented as directed by package
instructions.
Thermo-
meters
Microwave-safe thermometers
only (meat and candy
thermometers).