Materials to be avoided in microwave oven

(5mm) 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 Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make bags slits to allow steam to escape.

Paper plates.

use for short–term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended and cups while cooking.

Paper towels.

Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for a short-term cooking only.

Parchment.

Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.

Paper 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.

Materials to be avoided in microwave oven

Utensils Remarks

Aluminum tray May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.

Food carton with May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.

Metal handle.

Metal or metal-Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may trimmed utensils cause arcing.

Metal twist ties.

May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.