Important Information –– Read Carefully
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choose to check the food has reached 72˚C with a food thermometer - (but remember do not use this thermometer inside the microwave.) or to a temperature recommended by Government Food Hygiene Regulations.
For foods that cannot be stirred, e.g. lasagne, shepherds pie, the centre should be cut with a knife to test it is well heated through. Even if a manufacturer’s packet instructions have been followed, always check the food is piping hot before serving it. If in doubt return your food to the oven for further heating.
12.Standing Time
Standing time refers to the period at the end of
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13.Keeping Your Oven Clean
It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is wiped out
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attention to the door sealhhh allows the heat in the food tocontinue to conduct to thecentre, thus eliminating coldh
area and also the areas around the microwave feed guide situated on the right hand side of the cavity wall. The oven should be unplugged when cleaned.
14. Babies Bottles and Food Jars |
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bottles always remove top |
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15.Containers
Before use check that utensils/containers are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
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