Thermador MC30WS Instruction manual - Page 17
Microwave utensil guide, Microwave power levels
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Microwave You can use the microwave to cook, heat up or defrost food quickly. The microwave can be used on its own, or in combination with another heating mode. To ensure optimum use of the microwave, please observe the notes on cookware. Microwave utensil guide Suitable ovenware ▯ Heat-resistant glass, glass ceramic and earthenware: Utility dishes, loaf dishes, pie plates, cake plates, liquid measuring cups, casseroles and bowls without metallic trim (e.g. Pyrex®, Anchor Hocking™, Corning Ware®, Emile Henry, etc.). ▯ China: Bowls, cups, serving plates and platters without metallic trim. ▯ Plastic films and wraps: Plastic wrap (as a cover) - lay the plastic wrap loosely over the dish and press it to the sides. Vent plastic wrap by turning back one edge slightly to allow excess steam to escape. The dish should be deep enough so that the plastic wrap will not touch the food. ▯ Microwave-safe plastics: Microwave-safe plastic dishes, cups, semi-rigid freezer containers and plastic bags for short cooking times. Use these with care because the plastic may soften from the heat of the food. ▯ Paper products: Paper towels, wax paper, parchment paper, paper napkins and paper plates with no metallic trim or design. Look for the manufacturers label for any special instructions for use in the microwave oven. Unsuitable ovenware ▯ Metal utensils and cookware: Metal shields the food from microwave energy and produces uneven cooking. Also, avoid metal skewers, thermometers or foil trays. Metal utensils can cause arcing, which can damage your microwave oven. ▯ Metal decoration: Bowls, cups, serving plates and platters with metallic trim. ▯ Aluminum foil: Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil because they hinder cooking and may cause harmful arcing. Use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs and wings. Keep ALL aluminum foil at least 1 inch (25 mm) from the side walls of the oven cavity and door of the microwave. ▯ Wood: Wooden bowls and boards will dry out and may split or crack when you use them in the microwave oven. Baskets made of wood will react in the same way. ▯ Tightly covered cookware: Be sure to leave openings for steam to escape from covered cookware. Pierce plastic pouches of vegetables or other food items before cooking. Tightly closed pouches may explode. ▯ Brown paper: Avoid using brown paper bags. They absorb heat and can burn. ▯ Flawed or chipped cooking utensils: Any utensil that is cracked, flawed or chipped may break in the oven. ▯ Metal twist ties: Remove metal twist ties from plastic or paper bags. They become hot and could cause a fire. Ovenware test Do not turn 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 ½ 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 if sparks are generated. Microwave power levels You can select from 10 different microwave power levels. If you do not set a power level, the microwave will automatically operate at the highest power level 100%. The table below provides suggested power levels for various types of food that can be prepared in the microwave. Microwave output 100% high 90% 80% Use for Boiling water Cooking ground meat Making candy Cooking fresh fruit & vegetables Cooking fish & poultry Preheating browning dish Reheating beverages Cooking bacon slices Reheating meat slices quickly Saute onions, celery & green peppers All reheating Cooking scrambled eggs 17
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