Cuisinart CMW-55 Series - Manual (Page 6)

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MATERIALS YOU CAN USE IN MICROWAVE
Arcing is sparks or electric flashes that crackle or pop. Arcing can produce heat
that is quite intense and can damage the interior of the microwave or containers
being used in the microwave. It can also cause fire.
Arcing occurs when metal containers are used in the microwave and can also occur
with the use of metal skewers, metal clamps, or twist ties for plastic bags. To pre-
vent arcing, use these charts (below and following page) to determine which mate-
rials are microwave safe, or follow instructions from container/wrap manufacturer.
Aluminum foil
Shielding only. Small smooth pieces may be used to cover
thin parts of poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can
occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should be at
least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from the oven walls.
Browning dish
Use a browning dish in this microwave oven only if your
browning dish is supplied with a microwave trivet that will
lift the browning dish
3 ⁄
16
inch (5mm) above the turntable.
Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.
Dinnerware
Microwave safe only. Follow 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. Use
tempered glass only. Jars for canning are tempered and
microwave safe.
Glassware
Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no
metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped glassware.
Oven cooking bags
Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal
tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates &
cups
Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave
oven unattended while cooking. They should be labeled
for use in microwave – with no color/dye.
Paper towels
Use to cover food for reheating and for absorbing fat. Use
with supervision for short-term cooking only.
Parchment paper
Use as a cover to prevent splattering or as a wrap for
steaming.
Plastic
Microwave safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions. Should be labeled microwave safe. Some plastic
containers soften as the food inside gets hot. “Boiling
bags” and tightly closed plastic bags should be split,
pierced or vented as directed by package instructions. Do
not reuse plastic containers from carry-out foods or frozen
foods.
Plastic wrap
Microwave safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to
retain moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Vent or pierce before cooling.
Thermometers Microwave safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper
Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture
inside.