Miele M 8261 manual Suitable containers for microwave ovens, Material and shape, Metal

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Suitable containers for microwave ovens

Microwaves

– are reflected by metal,

–pass through glass, porcelain, plastic and card,

– and are absorbed by food.

Material and shape

The material and shape of containers used affect cooking results and times. Heat distribution is more even in round and oval shaped flat containers than in rectangular containers, providing better results.

Metal

Metal containers, aluminium foil and metal cutlery, or china with metallic decoration, such as gold rims or cobalt blue must not be used in an oven being used in microwave mode.

The metal reflects the microwaves, hindering the cooking process.

Exceptions:

– Ready-meals in aluminium foil dishes

These can be defrosted and reheated in the microwave oven, if recommended by the manufacturer. However, as food is only heated from the top, it is better to remove the food from the aluminium foil container and transfer it to a dish suitable for a microwave oven. The heat distribution will be more even.

If sparks and arcing occur when using an aluminium container, stop and transfer the food to a microwave-safe container.

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Contents Operating instructions Microwave oven 8261 Contents Contents Description of the appliance Oven interior and accessoriesControl panel Accessories supplied Disposal of your old appliance Caring for the environmentDisposal of the packing material Correct use Technical safetyUse Page Page Page Page Disposal of your old appliance When using browning dishesHow does the microwave oven function? Modes of operationWhat ways can a microwave oven be used? Operating modesWhat can a microwave oven do? Metal Suitable containers for microwave ovensMaterial and shape Porcelain GlasswareEarthenware Glazes and coloursDisposable containers Testing dishes for their suitabilityWood Do not use a lid or cover if CoverBefore using for the first time Switching off the time of day display Setting the time of dayTime of day display Altering the time of dayTo open the door OperationPlacing the dish in the oven To close the doorDoor message To cancel a programme Altering the settingsInterrupting or re-starting a programme At the end of a programmeQuick start programmable To cancel the system lockSystem lock Programming timesAltering a minute minder entry Minute minderMinute minder + cooking function To find out the minute minder time remainingTo change a cooking duration Operation GrillingGrilling without the Microwave function Combination mode Microwave + Grill Some suggested uses Gourmet plateUse Vegetable medley Serves RecipesCroque monsieur Serves Pork fillet in a Roquefort sauce Home-made potato rösti ServesPork fillets Serves Fishermans salmon Serves Curried chicken ServesQuick almond tart Pineapple cakeAutomatic defrosting Operation Automatic programmesAutomatic cooking Cooking food from frozen NOperation Automatic programmes Changing an entry Saving your favourite programmeProgramming To call up your favourite programme Changing the settings Setting Settings available * factory default After reheating ReheatingTips on reheating After cooking CookingTips on cooking Defrosting Defrosting/Defrosting and reheating or cookingDefrosting followed by reheating or cooking After defrostingFood Quantity Micro Time Some suggested usesOven interior and inside of the door Cleaning and careCloth Appliance front and control panelStainless steel fronted appliances Glass fronted appliancesAluminium fronted appliances Rack What to do if Programme will not start Problem solving guideNoise can be heard after a cooking programme Display does not light upFood cools down too quickly Time of day in the display is not accurateAfter sales service Electrical connection Non-rewireable plugs BSElectrical connection IRL, U.K., ZA Electrical connection AUS, NZ Building-in dimensions InstallationInstallation Building-in kitInstallation Installation Page Page Page Alteration rights reserved