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. Due to
the possibility of ignition, do not leave a
conventional meat thermometer in the
oven when microwaving.
10. Paper, Plastic.
Carefully attend the appliance if paper,
plastic or other combustible materials are
used as containers or for covering, 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 manufacturerʼs 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. See page 15.
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. Fan Motor Operation.
After using the microwave the fan motor
may rotate for 1 minute to cool the electric
components. This is normal and you can
take out food even though the fan motor
operates. You can continue using the oven
during this time.
15. Containers.
Before use check that utensils/containers
are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
See pages 18-19.
16. 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.
See page 37.
17. 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.
18. Maximum Weight on Turntable.
The maximum weight that can be placed
on the turntable is 4kg (8lb 4oz) (this
includes total weight of food and dish).
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