Utensils
CAUTION: Personal Injury Hazard
Tightly-closed utensils could explode. Closed containers should be opened and plastic
pouches pierced before cooking. See next page for further instructions “Materials
you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in micro-wave oven.”There may be
certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe to use for microwaving.
Materials you can use in microwave oven
Utensils Remarks
Aluminum foil Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to
cover thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking.
Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should
be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from oven walls.
Browning dish Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of browning dish
must be at least 3/16 inch (5mm) above the turntable.
Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.
Dinnerware Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm.
Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no
metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie.
Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates Use for short –term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven
unatte and cups ned while cooking.
Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with
supervision for short-term cooking only.
Parchment paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
Plastic Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Should be labelled “Microwave Safe”. Some plastic containers
soften as the food inside gets hot. “Boiling bags” and tightly
closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed
by package.
Plastic wrap Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain
moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Thermometers Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.
