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*Puncture egg yolks and whites and
oysters before cooking to prevent
"explosion".
*Pierce skins of potatoes, apples,
squash, hot dogs, sausages and
oysters so that steam escapes.
*Use specially bagged popcorn for the
microwave oven.
*Listen while popping corn for the
popping to slow to 1-2 seconds.
*Transfer baby food to small dish and
heat carefully, stirring often. Check for
suitable temperature to prevent burns.
*Remove the screw cap and nipple
before warming baby bottles. After
warming shake thoroughly. Check for
suitable temperature.
*Food with filling should be cut after
heating, to release steam and avoid
burns.
*Use a deep bowl when cooking liquids
or cereals to prevent boiling over.
*For boiling or cooking liquids see
WARNING on page 1-2 to prevent
explosion and delayed eruptive boiling.
*Remove food from can.
*Cook for the recommended time.
(These foods have high sugar and/or
fat contents.)
*Use a microwave proof roasting rack or
plate to collect drained juices.
*Check the utensils are suitable for
MICROWAVE cooking before you use
them.
*Use to shield food to prevent over
cooking.
*Watch for sparking. Reduce foil or keep
clear of cavity walls.
*Cook eggs in shells. This prevents
"explosion", which may damage the
oven or injure yourself.
*Cook hard/soft boiled eggs.
*Overcook oysters.
*Dry nuts or seeds in shells.
*Pop popcorn in regular brown bags or
microwave safe glass bowls.
*Exceed maximum time on popcorn
package.
*Heat disposable bottles.
*Overheat baby bottles.
Only heat until warm.
*Heat bottles with nipples on.
*Heat baby food in original jars.
*Heat or cook in closed glass jars or
airtight containers.
*Deep fat fry.
*Heat or dry wood, herbs, wet papers,
clothes or flowers.
*Heat for longer than recommended
time.
*Heat or cook food in cans.
*Overcook as they may catch fire.
*Place meat directly on the ceramic
oven floor for cooking.
* Use metal utensils for MICROWAVE
cooking. Metal reflects microwave
energy and may cause an electrical
discharge known as arcing.
*Use too much.
*Shield food close to cavity walls.
Sparking can damage the oven.

- Special Notes and Warning for MICROWAVE -

DO DON’T

Eggs, fruits,
nuts, seeds,
vegetables,
sausages and
oysters
Popcorn
Baby food
General
Liquids
(Beverages)
Canned foods
Sausage rolls,
Pies, Christmas
pudding
Meats
Utensils
Aluminium foil
COOKING GUIDES
Microwave Cooking Advice
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