Sharp R-85ST-A operation manual Suitable Ovenware

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SUITABLEOVENWARE

SUITABLE OVENWARE FOR MICROWAVE COOKING

GLASS AND CERAMIC GLASS

Heat-resistant glass utensils are very suitable. The cooking process can be observed from all sides. They must not, however, contain any metal (e.g. lead crystal), nor have a metallic overlay (e.g. gold edge, cobalt blue finish).

CERAMICS

Generally very suitable. Ceramics must be glazed, since with unglazed ceramics moisture can get into the ceramic. Moisture causes the material to heat up and may make it shatter. If you are not certain whether your utensil is suitable for the microwave, carry out the utensil suitability test. (see page GB-23).

PORCELAIN

Very suitable. Ensure that the porcelain does not have a gold or silver overlay and that it does not contain any metal.

PLASTIC AND PAPER UTENSILS

Heat resistant plastic utensils which are suitable for use in the microwave can be used to thaw, heat and cook food. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations.

Heat-resistant paper made for use

in a microwave oven is also suitable. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations.

KITCHEN PAPER

can be used to absorb any moisture which occurs in short heating methods, e.g. of bread or products in bread crumbs. Insert the paper between the food and the revolving plate. The surface of the food will stay crispy and dry. Covering greasy food with kitchen paper will catch

splashes.

MICROWAVE FOIL

This, or heat-resistant foil, is very suitable for covering or wrapping. Please follow the manufacturer's recommendations.

ROASTING BAGS

Can be used in a microwave oven. Metal clips are not suitable for fastening them since the roasting bag foil might melt. Fasten the roasting bag with string and pierce it several times with a fork. Non heat-resistant

food wraps are not recommended for use in a microwave oven.

METAL

Generally speaking, metal should not be used, since microwaves do not pass through metal and therefore cannot reach the food. There are, however, exceptions:

small strips of aluminium foil may be used to cover certain parts of the food, so that these do not thaw too quickly or begin to cook (e.g. chicken wings). Small metal skewers and aluminium containers (e.g. of ready- cooked meals) can be used. They must, however, be small in relation to the food, e.g.

aluminium containers must be at least 2/3 to 3/4 filled with food. It is

recommended that you transfer the food into a dish suitable for use in the microwave. When

using aluminium containers or other metal utensils there must be a gap of approx. 2 cms between them and the walls of the cooking area, otherwise the walls could be damaged by possible arcing.

NO UTENSIL SHOULD HAVE A METAL

OVERLAY metal parts such as screws, bands or handles.

GB-22