Utensils to Use
Safe utensils: Non-recycled paper Glass Glass-ceramic Plastic Wood Shells Natural fiber cloth Unsafe utensils: Recycled paper Metal Newspapers Grocery bags Aluminum foil Metallic trimmed china Lead crystal
Basic Cooking Principles
Decrease cooking times when: Foods are high in fat and sugar. Foods are porous. Foods are flat, thin or prepared in shallow pan. Increase cooking times when: Foods are thick and dense. Foods are frozen or refrigerator temperature. Food volume increases.
Utensil Check Test
Use the following test to check utensils for microwave safeness: 1. Place glass measuring cup of water next to empty dish to be tested in unit. 2. Heat on full power for one minute. 3. Check temperature of tested dish. If dish remains cool and water is hot, dish is microwave safe. If dish is slightly warm, use for short term cooking only. If dish is hot and water is cool, do not use. Dish remains cool if not absorbing microwaves and microwaves are being absorbed by water. Dish becomes hot if absorbing microwaves.
Care and Cleaning
Interior, Exterior and Door
If interior walls, floor and door of microwave oven become splattered, clean with mild detergent in warm water using soft sponge or cloth. Wring sponge or cloth to remove excess water before wiping unit. If desired, boil a cup of water in microwave oven to loosen soil before cleaning. � Do not use abrasive cleansers or cleaners containing ammonia. These could damage finish. � Never pour water into microwave oven bottom. � Do not use water pressure type cleaning systems.
Splatter Shield
Splatter shield keeps top of microwave oven and antenna from getting dirty. Remove soil from shield with damp cloth or clean with mild detergent and water.
Air Intake Filter
Clean air intake filter weekly for proper air flow. Filter is located below oven door. Remove by pulling filter tab. Wash filter in hot water and mild detergent. Do not use oven without filter in place.
