12.Microwave convenience foods are often packaged in specially designed packaging. Special plates, lids, containers, or other unique packaging materials may be used. Susceptor packing material (a thin, metalized plastic film) is frequently used to help brown and crisp foods such as microwave pizzas, French fries, or fish sticks. Be sure to follow food package instructions carefully. Contact convenience food manufacturer with questions concerning these products. Amana Refrigeration, Inc., does not endorse
any brand of microwave convenience foods, or any type of microwave food packaging.
13.Do not operate microwave oven empty. This could damage the oven.
14.Do not use regular cooking thermometers in oven. Most cooking thermometers contain mercury and may cause “arcing”, malfunction, and/or damage to oven.
15.Do not heat sealed containers in oven. Containers with restricted openings such as syrup bottles or baby food jars must not be used for cooking. Food or liquid could expand quickly and cause container or bag to break. Pierce or open container or bag before heating.
16.Metal or ceramic accessories which are designed to absorb microwave energy to provide heat may be used with caution. Test device before use (See "Microwave Utensil Test" on page 15). Read and follow manufacturer's instructions provided with the accessory. Contact accessory manufacturer with questions concerning these accessories. Amana Refrigeration, Inc., does not endorse any brand of accessory.
17.Never use newspapers in oven since paper may ignite.
18.Pierce or open plastic bags (and other airtight containers) before heating in microwave oven. This allows steam to escape during cooking.
19.Containers may become hot and pot holders may be needed.
20.Closely supervise any use by children. Make sure they can read instructions and reach controls. Never allow them to lean or swing on oven door.
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