Operation Manual

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Overview, which materials are suitable for
microwaves and for high temperatures
Material Microwave suitable Remark
Aluminium Foil In certain cases Can be used in small quantities to
avoid overcooking. Risk to have an
electrical arc when the foil is to near to
the side walls or to much is used.
Metal pots with
high edge
No Danger of electrical arcing and fire
Metal pots not hig-
her than 3-4cm
Yes Place in the middle of the turntable,
min 2cm distance to the walls
Glass Yes
Glass with metal
decorative elements
No Danger of electrical arcing
Thin glass No Can crack because of high tempera-
tures.
Plastic Yes If the plastic is temperature resisting
Some containers can deform and chan-
ge the colout. Never seal the container
Porcelain Yes
Porcelain with
metal decorative
elements
No Danger of electrical arcing
Paper/Foils Yes Short time use inside Microwave, but
not at the grill or hot Air Function
Never use hermetic closed containers, cans baby bottles, plastic containers
etc as this can cause danger of explosion. Always remove the lid or put
holes in it.
To test if a container is microwave safe put a cup of water inside the container and
place it in the middle of the glass turntable.
Start the microwave for ca 1min on max power. Is the container cold and the water
hot then it can be used. Is the container warm or hot, then it is not suitable.
If any sparks occur, then switch off the microwave instantly. The appliance must be
supervised permanently.