THE MICROWAVE
Microwaves are converted to heat in foodstuffs. The microwave can be used
solo, i.e. on its own, or in combination with a different type of heating. You will find
information about ovenware and how to set the microwave.
Note:
The step quantities for the adjustment time of the coding switch are as follow:
0- 1 minutes: 5 seconds
1- 3 minutes: 10 seconds
3-15 minutes: 30 seconds
15-60 minutes: 1 minute
Over 60 minutes: 5 minutes
Notes regarding ovenware
Suitable ovenware
Suitable dishes are heat-resistant ovenware made of glass, glass ceramic,
porcelain, ceramic or heat-resistant plastic. These materials allow micro-waves to
pass through.
You can also use serving dishes. This saves you having to transfer food from one
dish to another. You should only use ovenware with decorative gold or silver trim if
the manufacturer guarantees that they are suitable for use in microwaves.
Unsuitable ovenware
Metal ovenware is unsuitable. Metal does not allow microwaves to pass through.
Food in covered metal containers will remain cold.
Caution!
Creation of sparks: metal – e.g. a spoon in a glass – must be kept at least 2 cm from
the oven walls and the inside of the door. Sparks could destroy the glass on the inside of
the door.
Ovenware test
Do not switch on the microwave unless there is food inside. The following ovenware
test is the only exception to this rule.
Perform the following test if you are unsure whether your ovenware is suitable
for use in the microwave:
1.
Heat the empty ovenware at maximum power for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
2.
Check the temperature occasionally during that time.
The ovenware should still be cold or warm to the touch. The ovenware is unsuitable
if it becomes hot or sparks are generated.
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