Kenmore 565.68300, 565.68420 Materials you can use in microwave oven, Utensils Remarks, Foil

Materials you can use in microwave oven

Utensils			Remarks
Aluminum	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 (2.5 cm) away from oven walls.
Browning	dish		Follow manufacturer's instructions. The bottom of browning
			dish must be at least 3/16inch (5 mm) 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		bags	Follow manufacturer's instructions, Do net close with metal
			tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape.

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 a short-term cooking only.
Parchment paper		Use as a cover		to prevent spattering		or a wrap	for steaming.
Plastic		Microwave-safe		only. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
		Should be labeled "Microwave Safe." Some plastic
		containers soften as the food inside gets hot.
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 spattering		and to retain moisture.

Materials to be avoided in microwave oven

Utensils

Aluminum tray

Food carton with metal handle

Remarks

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

Metal or metal- trimmed utensils

Metal twist ties

Paper bags Plastic foam cups

Wood

Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may cause arcing,

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

Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed to high temperature.

Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split or crack.