Samsung CQ138SC - Manual (Page 39)

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Using Microwave Mode (Continued)
Microwave Cookware Guide
Cookware used for Microwave Mode must allow microwaves to pass through and penetrate
food. Metals such as stainless steel, aluminum and copper reflect microwaves. Therefore, do
not use cookware made of metallic materials Cookware marked microwave - safe is always
safe for use For additional information on appropriate cookware refer to the following guide
and always use the ceramic tray on shelf Level 1 when using microwave mode
Cookware Microwave-Safe Comments
Aluminium Foil   Can be used in small quantities to protect
areas against overcooking Arcing can
occur if the foil is too close to the oven
wall or if too much foil is used
Crusting Plate

Do not preheat for more than 8 minutes
China and Earthenware

Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware
and bone china are usually suitable,
unless decorated with a metal trim
Disposable Polyester
Cardboard Dishes

Some frozen foods are packaged in these
dishes
Fast - Food Packaging
• Polystyrene cups
containers
 Can be used to warm food Overheating
may cause the polystyrene to melt
• Paper bags or
newspaper
 May catch fire.
• Recycled paper or
metal trims

May cause arcing
Glassware
• Oven-to-table ware

Can be used, unless decorated with a
metal trim Can be used to warm foods or
liquids Delicate glass may break or crack
if heated suddenly
• Fine glassware

• Glass jars

Must remove the lid Suitable for warming
only
Metal
• Dishes

May cause arcing or fire.
• Freezer bag twist ties 
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