Kenmore 565.68301 - Manual (Page 7)

Materials you can use in microwave oven
utensils Remarks
Aluminum foil Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover
thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing
can occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should
be at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from oven walls.
Browning dish Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of browning
dish must be at least inch (5 mm) above the turntable.
Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.
Dinnerware Microwave-safe only. Foltow manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm.
Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no
metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal
tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates and cups Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven
unattended white cooking.
Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with
supervision for a short-term cooking only.
Parchment paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering or a wrap for steaming.
Plastic Microwave-safe only. Folbw the manufacturer’s instructions.
Should be labeled “Microwave Safe.” Some plastic
containers soften as the food inside gets hot.
Plastic wrap Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to
retain moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Thermometers Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering and to retain moisture.
Materials to be avoided in microwave oven
utensils Remarks
Aluminum tray May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Food carton with
metal handle
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Metal or metal-
trimmed utensils Metal shields the food from microwave energy.
Meta! trim may cause arcing.
Metal twist ties May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
Paper bags May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam cups Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when
exposed to high temperature.
Wood Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may
split or crack.