Suitable containers for microwave ovens
Plastics | Disposable containers |
Plastics must only be used with Microwave Solo.
They must be
Special plastic utensils designed for use in microwave ovens are available from retail outlets.
Melamine is not suitable as it absorbs energy and gets hot. When purchasing plasticware, make sure that it is suitable for use in a microwave oven.
Disposable containers, such as trays made from polystyrene, can only be used for very short, timed warming and reheating of food.
Plastic boiling bags can be used for cooking and reheating. They should be pierced beforehand so that steam can escape. This prevents a
There are also special steaming bags available which do not need to be pierced. Please follow instructions given on the packet.
Do not use metal clips, plastic clips containing metal parts, or paper ties containing wire. There is a danger that they will ignite when heated.
Only those plastic disposable containers which are specified by the manufacturer as suitable for use in a microwave oven may be used.
Do not leave the oven unattended when reheating or cooking food in disposable containers made of plastic, paper or other inflammable materials.
Disposable containers are not always recyclable or biodegradable.
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