Information You Need To Know

About Utensils And Coverings

It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many pieces already in your kitchen can be used successfully in your new Microwave. Make sure the utensil does not touch the interior walls during cooking.

Use these utensils for safe microwave cooking and reheating:

•glass ceramic (Pyroceram®), such as Corningware®

•heat-resistant glass (Pyrex®)

•microwave-safe plastics

•microwave-safe paper plates

•microwave-safe pottery, stoneware and porcelain

•browning dish (Do not exceed recommended preheat- ing time Follow manufacturer’s directions.)

These items can be used for short time reheating of foods that have little fat or sugar in them:

•wood, straw, wicker

DO NOT USE

•metal pans and bakeware

•dishes with metallic trim

•non-heat-resistant glass

•non-microwave-safe plastics (margarine tubs)

•recycled paper products

•brown paper bags

•food storage bags

•metal twist-ties

Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwav- ing, place the empty dish in the microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. A dish which becomes very hot should not be used.

The following coverings are ideal:

•Paper towels are good for covering foods for reheating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon.

•Wax paper can be used for cooking and reheating.

•Plastic wrap that is specially marked for microwave use can be used for cooking and reheating. DO NOT allow plastic wrap to touch food. Vent so steam can escape.

•Lids that are microwave-safe are a good choice because heat is kept near the food to hasten cooking.

•Oven cooking bags are good for large meats or foods that need tenderizing. DO NOT use metal twist ties. Remember to slit bag so steam can escape.

How to use aluminum foil in your Drawer:

•Small flat pieces of aluminum foil placed smoothly on the food can be used to shield areas that are either defrosting or cooking too quickly.

•Foil should not come closer than one inch to any sur- face of the Microwave In-A-Drawer™.

Should you have questions about utensils or coverings, check a good microwave cookbook or follow recipe suggestions.

Accessories:

There are many microwave accessories available for pur- chase. Evaluate carefully before you purchase so that they meet your needs. A microwave-safe thermometer will assist you in determining correct doneness and assure you that foods have been cooked to safe temperatures. Dacor is not responsible for any damage to the Drawer when accessories are used.

Open Or Close Drawer

Always press the OPEN or CLOSE pad on the control panel to open or close the Drawer.

Do not push or pull the Drawer by hand, except in case of emergency, such as a power failure. If nec- essary, push or pull slowly.

About Children And The

Microwave

Children below the age of 7 should use the Microwave In- A-Drawer™with a supervising person very near to them. Between the ages of 7 and 12, the supervising person should be in the same room. The child must be able to reach the drawer comfortably.

At no time should anyone be allowed to lean or sit on the Microwave In-A-Drawer™.

Children should be taught all safety precautions: use pot- holders, remove coverings carefully, pay special attention to packages that crisp food because they may be extra hot.

Do not assume because a child has mastered one cooking skill that he/she can cook everything.

Children need to learn that the Microwave In-A-Drawer™is not a toy. See page 13 for Control Lock feature.

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