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9. Meat Thermometer.
Use a meat thermometer
to check the degree of
cooking of roasts and
poultry only when meat
has been removed from
the microwave. If
undercooked, return to the oven and cook for
a few more minutes at the recommended
power level. Do not leave a conventional
meat thermometer in the oven when
microwaving.
10. Paper, Plastic.
When heating food in
plastic or paper
containers, keep an eye
on the oven due to the
possibility of ignition. Do
not use wire twist-ties
with roasting bags as
arcing will occur.
Do not use re-cycled paper products, eg
Kitchen roll unless they say they are
specifically designed for use in a microwave
oven. These products contain impurities
which may cause sparks and/or fires when
used.
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”, ie
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 use this
thermometer inside the microwave.)
For foods that cannot be stirred, eg 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 and 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, ie. 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, squeeze
the cloth out well and
use to remove any
grease or food from the
interior. Pay particular
attention to the door seal area and also the
areas around the microwave feed guide
situated on the right hand side of the cavity
wall. The oven should be unplugged when
cleaning.
14. Utensils.
Before use check that utensils/containers are
suitable for use in microwave ovens.
15. 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 that 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. This should
be carried out before consumption to avoid
burns.
16. Arcing.
Arcing may occur if a metal container has
been used accidentally or if the incorrect
weight of food is used. Arcing is when blue
flashes of light are seen in the microwave
oven. If this occurs, stop the machine
immediately. If the oven is left unattended
and this continues it can damage the
machine.
17. Maximum Weight on Turntable
The maximum weight that can be placed on
the turntable is 3 Kg (6 lb 10 oz) (this
includes total weight of food and dish).
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