Cuisinart AMW-60 User Manual - Page 9

GUIDE FOR MATERIALS TO USE/AVOID When Using Microwave or Oven/AirFry: To prevent arcing or fire, use the chart below to determine which materials are safe, or follow instructions from container/wrap manufacturer. Do not microwave or cook in empty containers. Plastic cookware should be used carefully. Even plastic identified as safe for cooking in microwaves and ovens, may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as glass or ceramic materials, and may soften or char if subject to overcooking. Longer exposure to overcooking could result in food or cookware igniting. MATERIAL MICROWAVE OVEN/AIRFRY Aluminum tray/foil  May cause arcing. Transfer food to microwave-safe dish.  Caution material will get hot. Food carton (paper) with metal handle  May cause arcing. Transfer food to microwave-safe dish.  Metal or metal-trimmed utensils  Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may cause arcing.  Caution utensils will get hot. Metal twist ties  May cause arcing and may cause a fire in the oven.  Paper bags  May cause a fire in the oven.  May cause a fire in the oven. Foam/styrofoam  May cause a fire in the oven.  May cause a fire in the oven. Wood  Wood will dry out when used in the microwave and may split or crack.  May cause a fire in the oven. Browning Dish  Use a browning dish in this microwave only if supplied with a microwave trivet that will lift the browning dish ³⁄16-inch above the turntable. Caution: Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.  Follow manufacturer's instructions. Dinnerware  Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not use if cracked or chipped.  Oven-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Glass jars  Microwave-safe only. Always remove lid. Use only to warm food. Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may break.  Glass cookware  Heat-resistant oven glassware with no metallic trim only. Do no use if cracked or chipped.  Oven-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Oven cooking bags  Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not close with metal tie.  Follow manufacturer's instructions Paper plates and cups  Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended while cooking. Should be labeled for use in microwave - with no color/dye.  May cause a fire in the oven. Paper towels  Cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for short-term cooking only.  May cause a fire in the oven. Parchment paper  Use as a cover to prevent splattering or as a wrap for steaming.  Oven-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Plastic  Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions.  Plastic wrap  Microwave-safe only. Do not seal or allow plastic wrap to touch food. Vent or pierce before cooking.  Silicone cookware and accessories Thermometers  Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions.  Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions.  Oven-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions.  Oven-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Wax paper  Do not seal. Only use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture inside.  Follow manufacturer's instructions. 9