Important Safety Instructions
11.Reheating
It is essential that reheated food is served “piping hot”. Remove the food from the oven and check that it is “piping hot”, i.e. steam is being emitted from all parts and any sauce is bubbling. If you wish you may choose to check the food has reached 72˚C with a food thermometer - (but remember do not leave 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 cooking or reheating when food is left before being eaten, i.e. it is a rest time which allows the heat in the food to continue to conduct to the centre, thus eliminating cold spots.
13.Keeping Your Oven Clean
It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is wiped out regularly. Use warm soapy water or a food sanitizer solution. Squeeze the cloth out well and use it to remove any grease or food from the interior.
Pay particular attention to the door seal area and also the removable splatter shield.
(see page 18) Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply before cleaning.
14.Babies Bottles and Food Jars When reheating babies bottles always remove top and teat. Liquid at the top of the bottle will be much
hotter than at the bottom and must be shaken thoroughly before checking the temperature. The lid
must also be removed from babies food jars, the contents must also be stirred or shaken before the temperature is checked.
The temperature has to be checked before consumption to avoid burns.
15.Containers
Before use check that utensils/containers are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
DO NOT USE METAL UTENSILS IN THIS OVEN.
16.Sealed Containers
Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
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