Summit SCM1000SS - Manual (Page 7)

short-term heating at low temperatures.
Do not use recycled paper, which may
contain metal and could ignite.
Wax paper — Use as a cover to prevent
spattering.
Thermometers — Use only those
labeled "Microwave Safe" and follow all
directions. Check the food in several
places. Conventional thermometers may
be used on microwave food once the
food has been removed from the oven.
― LIMITED USE
Aluminum foil — Use narrow strips of
foil to prevent overcooking of exposed
areas. Using too much foil can damage
your oven, so be careful. You should
keep distance of 1 inch (2.54cm)
between aluminum foil and cavity.
Ceramic, porcelain, and stoneware—
Use these if they are labeled "Microwave
Safe". If they are not labeled, test them
to make sure they can be used safely.
Plastic — Use only if labeled
"Microwave Safe". Other plastics can
melt.
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Not Recommended
Glass jars and bottles — Regular glass
is too thin to be used in a microwave. It
can shatter and cause damage and
injury.
Paper bags — These are a fire hazard,
except for popcorn bags that are
designed for microwave use.
Styrofoam plates and cups — These
can melt and leave an unhealthy residue
on food.
Plastic storage and food containers
— Containers such as margarine tubs
can melt in the microwave.
Metal utensils — These can damage
your oven. Remove all metal before
cooking.
Note:
Should you wish to check if a dish is
safe for microwaving, place the empty
dish in the oven and microwave on
HIGH for 30 seconds. A dish which
becomes very hot should not be used.
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Your microwave makes cooking easier
than conventional cooking, provided you
keep these considerations in mind:
S TIRRING
Stir foods such as casseroles and
vegetables while cooking to distribute
heat evenly. Food at the outside of the
dish absorbs more energy and heats
more quickly, so stir from the outside to
the center. The oven will turn off when
you open the door to stir your food.
A RRANGEMENT
Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as
chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker,
meatier parts toward the outside of the
heating platter where they receive more
microwave energy. To prevent over-
cooking, place delicate areas, such as
asparagus tips, toward the center of the
platter.
C C O O O O K K I I N N G G T T E E C C H H N N I I Q Q U U E E S S