The microwave function (Group II in compliance with EN 55011:1998+A1+A2)
Electromagnetic energy is generated inside the unit, causing the molecules in the food (mainly water
molecules) to oscillate and subsequently causing the food to become hot. Food with high water
content will therefore heat up faster than relatively dry food. The heat is generated gradually inside
the food. Any utensils, container or plates used are heated up only indirectly as a result of the food
temperature.
Always use suitable kitchen utensils
Do not place the food directly onto the glass turntable; always use a suitable plate or cooking
container. Make sure that the container does not protrude over the rim of the glass turntable.
Metal objects are to be avoided since microwaves are reflected from metal surfaces and might
not reach the food to be cooked. Any metal in the oven could also cause sparks, resulting in
possible damage to the unit.
As a general rule, cutlery or metal containers must not be used in the microwave oven. Some
food wrappings contain aluminium foil or wires underneath a layer of paper and are therefore
also unsuitable for use with microwave appliances.
Should the use of aluminium foil be recommend in a recipe, ensure that the food is tightly
wrapped in the aluminium foil (avoiding any air blisters). Ensure a minimum distance of 2.5 cm
between the aluminium foil and the interior walls of the oven.
Always make sure that the cooking container or plate used does not contain any metal
decoration such as a gold rim or colour containing metal particles. Lead crystal objects are also
not suitable. Always make sure that no parts of the cooking containers used are hollow (e.g. the
handles). Porous materials may have absorbed water during cleaning and are again not suitable.
Cooking containers or utensils made of ‘Melamine’ plastic material absorb energy and are also
unsuitable.
- Using the microwave function
- Containers made from heat-resistant glass or porcelain are well suitable for use in
microwave appliances.
- Plastic is suitable only if it is heat-resistant up to at least 180° C. Cooking bags etc. should be
punctured to be able to release any high pressure during cooking.
Plastic cooking containers especially designed for use with microwave ovens are available at
most kitchenware dealers.
- Using the grill function
- When using the grill function, any heat-resistant containers or plates suitable for
conventional ovens may be used. Do not use any plastic items when using the grill.
- The food to be cooked is put directly on the grill rack, which is then placed on the glass
turntable.
- Using the microwave/grill combination function
- When using the microwave/grill combination, the microwave and grill functions are
activated alternately. The containers or plates must therefore be suitable for use in a
microwave appliance as well as being heat-resistant. Because of the relatively high
temperatures, plastic items must not be used. The grill rack of this unit is suitable for use
with the microwave oven. Make sure that the container or plate used does not contain any
metal parts.
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