Miele 8260-2 User Manual

Operating instructions

Microwave oven
M 8260-2

To avoid the risk of accidents
or damage to the appliance,
it is essential to read these
instructions before it is installed
and used for the first time.

en - AU, NZ

M.-Nr. 07 679 380

Contents

Description of the appliance.........................................4

Oven interior and accessories.........................................4

Control panel ......................................................5

Accessories supplied ...............................................5

Cover .........................................................5

Boiling rod......................................................5

Caring for the environment..........................................6

Warning and safety instructions .....................................7

How the microwave oven works.....................................13

Modes of operation ...............................................14

What can a microwave oven do?......................................14

In what ways can a microwave oven be used? ...........................14

Microwave Solo mode ...........................................14

Automatic programmes ..........................................14

Suitable containers for microwave ovens .............................15

Material and shape ................................................15

Testing dishes for their suitability .....................................17

The cover ........................................................18

Before using for the first time.......................................19

Time of day display ...............................................20

Setting the time of day ..............................................20

Altering the time of day .............................................20

Switching off the time of day display ...................................20

Night time switch-off ...............................................20

Operation .......................................................21

To open the door ..................................................21

Placing the dish in the oven..........................................21

Turntable......................................................21

To close the door ..................................................21

Starting a programme ..............................................21

"door" message.................................................22

Interrupting or re-starting a programme ................................23

Altering the settings ................................................23

To cancel a programme ............................................23

At the end of a programme ..........................................23

Automatic warming function .........................................23

Quick start (programmable) .........................................24

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Contents

System lock ......................................................24

Minute minder ....................................................25

Altering a minute minder entry .....................................25

Minute minder + cooking function ..................................25

Operation - Automatic programmes .................................26

Automatic defrosting ...............................................26

Automatic cooking .................................................26

Recipes - Automatic programmes ° ...............................28

Saving your favourite programme ...................................30

Changing the settings .............................................32

Reheating .......................................................34

Cooking.........................................................35

Defrosting/Defrosting and reheating or cooking .......................36

Preserving ......................................................37

Some suggested uses .............................................38

Cleaning and care ................................................39

Oven interior and inside of the door ...................................39

Appliance front ...................................................40

Accessories supplied ..............................................41

Problem solving guide ............................................42

After sales service ................................................44

Electrical connection..............................................45

Installation ......................................................46

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Description of the appliance

Oven interior and accessories

a Oven door

b Door lock mechanism

c Control panel

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d Turntable

e Cover

f Boiling rod

Control panel

Description of the appliance

g Electronic timer and clock display

h Microwave power selector

i Selector to enter time and weight

j Automatic programme buttons

k Time of day button m

l Minute minder button l

m Memory button (to save a 1-3 stage

programme sequence)

n Stop/cancel button

o Start button / Add a minute button /

Quick start button (programmable)

c

p Door release button a

Accessories supplied

Cover

The cover supplied must only be used
in the Microwave Solo mode.

It prevents the food from drying out and
the oven from becoming dirty, and it
accelerates the heating process.

Boiling rod

When heating liquids, the boiling rod
provided should always be placed in
the container. It helps liquids to heat
evenly.

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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing
material

The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for
disposal, and can normally be
recycled.Ensure that any plastic
wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of
safely and kept out of the reach of
babies and young children. Danger of
suffocation. The transport and
protective packing has been selected
from materials which are
environmentally friendly for disposal
and can normally be recycled.

Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure they are
recycled.

Disposal of your old appliance

Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain materials which, if
handled or disposed of incorrectly,
could be potentially hazardous to
human health and to the environment.
They are, however, essential for the
correct functioning of your appliance.
Therefore, please do not dispose of it
with your household waste.

Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection/recycling
centre,

Ensure that your old appliance presents
no danger to children while being
stored for disposal.

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Warning and safety instructions

This appliance complies with all
relevant local and national safety
requirements. Inappropriate use
can, however, lead to personal injury
and damage to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the appliance, please
read these instructions carefully
before using it for the first time. They
contain important notes on
installation, safety, use and
maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and pass them on to any
future owner.

Correct application

This appliance is designed for

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domestic use and for use in similar
environments by guests in hotel or
motel rooms, bed & breakfasts and
other typical living quarters. This does
not include common/shared facilities or
commercial facilities within hotels,
motels or bed & breakfasts.

This appliance is not suitable for
outdoor use.

It is intended to cook, defrost, reheat
and bottle food. Any other usage is at
the owner's risk and could be
dangerous.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation.

This appliance is not intended for

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use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they

have been given supervision or
instruction concerning its use by a
person responsible for their safety.

Never use the microwave to store or

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dry items which could ignite easily.
Moisture evaporates. Fire hazard.

This appliance may only be used in

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mobile installations if a risk assessment
of the installation has been carried out
by a suitably qualified engineer.

Safety with children

This appliance is not a toy! To avoid

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the risk of injury, keep children away
from it at all times, and do not let them
play with it or use the controls. They
should be supervised whenever you
are working in the kitchenChildren
should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.

Older children may use the

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appliance only when its operation has
been clearly explained to them and
they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.

Technical safety

Before installation, check the

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appliance for visible signs of damage.
Never install or attempt to use a
damaged appliance. Danger of injury.

If the supply cord is damaged, it

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must be replaced by a Miele approved
service technician to avoid a hazard.

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Warning and safety instructions

Do not use the microwave if

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– the door is warped.
– the door hinges are loose.
– holes or cracks are visible in the
casing, the door or the oven interior
walls.
Operating the appliance with this type
of damage will result in microwave
leakage and present a hazard to the
user. Clean the inside of the oven and
all the accessories with warm water
applied with a well wrung-out soft
sponge or cloth.

Never open the casing of the

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appliance.
Tampering with electrical connections
or components and mechanical parts is
highly dangerous and can cause
operational faults or electric shock.

Before connecting the appliance,

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make sure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and rated load)
match the mains electricity supply. This
data must correspond in order to avoid
the risk of damage to the appliance.
Consult a qualified electrician if in
doubt.

Do not connect the appliance to the

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mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket unit or an extension lead.
These do not guarantee the required
safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of
overheating).

The electrical safety of this

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appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it
and an effective earthing system which
complies with local and national safety
regulations. It is most important that this
basic safety requirement is present and
tested regularly and, where there is any

doubt, the household wiring system
should be inspected by a qualified
electrician.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for the consequences of an inadequate
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

For safety reasons, this appliance

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may only be used when it has been
fully installed.

Repairs may only be carried out by

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a suitably qualified and competent
person in accordance with national and
local safety regulations. Repairs and
other work by unqualified persons
could be dangerous. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for unauthorised
work.

While the appliance is under

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warranty, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician
authorised by the manufacturer.
Otherwise the warranty will be
invalidated.

The appliance is only completely

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isolated from the electricity supply
when:
– it is switched off at the wall socket
and the plug removed.
– the mains fuse is disconnected,
– or the screw-out fuse is removed (in
countries where this is applicable).

Faulty components must only be

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replaced by genuine Miele original
spare parts. The manufacturer can only
guarantee the safety of the appliance
when Miele replacement parts are
used.

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Warning and safety instructions

Appliances which are built-in behind

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a furniture door must only be operated
when the door is open. Do not close the
furniture door when the appliance is in
operation.

In countries where there are areas

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which may be subject to infestation by
cockroaches or other vermin, pay
particular attention to keeping the
appliance and its surroundings in a
clean condition at all times. Any
damage which may be caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not be
covered by the warranty.

This appliance must not be installed

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and operated in mobile installations
(e.g. on a ship).

Correct use

Always ensure that food is

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sufficiently cooked or reheated.
Many factors will affect the overall
cooking time, including the size and
amount of food, its initial temperature,
changes to recipe and the shape and
size of cooking container.
Some foods may contain
micro-organisms which are only
destroyed by thorough cooking,
therefore when cooking or re-heating
foods, e.g. poultry, it is particularly
important that food is fully cooked
through (at temperatures of over 70°C
for more than 10 minutes). If in doubt,
select a longer cooking or reheating
time.

long standing time, which should be
added to the time needed for cooking,
reheating or defrosting.

Always remember that times for

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cooking, reheating and defrosting in a
microwave oven are usually
considerably shorter than with
traditional methods of food preparation.
Excessively long cooking times can
lead to food drying out and burning, or
could even cause it to catch fire.
There is also a danger of fire if
breadcrumbs, flowers, herbs, etc., are
dried in the microwave oven.
Always ensure that this type of
procedure is supervised.

Do not use the microwave function

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to heat up cushions or pads filled with
cherry kernels, wheat grains, lavender
or gel, such as those used in
aromatherapy. These pads can ignite
when heated, even after they have
been removed from the microwave.

The microwave is not suitable for

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cleaning or disinfecting items.
Items can get extremely hot, and there
is a danger of burning when the item is
removed from the microwave. Fire
hazard.

Do not use full power to warm empty

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dishes or to dry out herbs. Do not use
the appliance without food, or if it is
incorrectly loaded.

It is important that the heat is

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allowed to spread evenly throughout
the food being cooked. This can be
achieved by stirring and/or turning the
food, and by observing a sufficiently

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Warning and safety instructions

Never cook or reheat food or liquids

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in sealed containers, jars or bottles.
With baby bottles, the screw top and
teat must be loosened.
Otherwise pressure builds up which
can cause the bottle or container to
explode, posing a severe risk of injury.
Danger of injury!

Exercise caution when cooking or

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reheating food with a high sugar
content, e.g. Christmas pudding. If
heated for too long, the sugar may
caramelise or ignite.

Before serving, remember to allow a

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sufficient standing time and then
always check the temperature of the
actual food itself after taking it out of the
microwave. The temperature of the
container is not an indication of the
temperature of the food or liquid in it.

This is particularly important when
preparing food for babies, children,
and the elderly or infirm. Shake or stir

baby milk and food thoroughly after
heating, and try it for temperature to
ensure that it will not scald the baby.
When heating food and drinks,
remember that the heat is created in
the food itself, and that the container
will normally be cooler. The dish is only
warmed by the heat of the food.

When heating liquids, the boiling rod

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provided should always be placed into
the container.

When heating liquids, milk, sauces etc.
in the oven without the boiling rod, the
boiling point of the liquid may be
reached without the production of
typical bubbles. The liquid does not
boil evenly throughout. This so-called
'boiling delay' can cause a sudden
build-up of bubbles when the container
is removed from the oven or shaken,
which can lead to the liquid boiling over
suddenly and explosively. Danger of
burning.

The formation of bubbles can be so
strong that the pressure forces the oven
door open, with a danger of burning.
The boiling rod ensures that bubbles
are produced, and that liquids heat
evenly.

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Warning and safety instructions

To avoid fuelling any flames, do not

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open the oven door if smoke occurs in
the oven interior.
Interrupt the process by pressing the
Stop/C button twice. Switch off at the
wall socket, and where applicable,
remove the plug.
Do not open the door until the smoke
has dispersed.

Never heat undiluted alcohol in the

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microwave, as this can easily ignite.
Fire hazard.

Do not heat up tins in the

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microwave. Pressure can build up and
they may explode, resulting in injury or
damage.

Cover any food which is left in the

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microwave to be kept hot, as moisture
in the food could lead to corrosion
damage in the microwave. This also
prevents the food from drying out.

Try to avoid the interior walls being

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splashed with food or liquids containing
salt. If it does happen, wipe these away
thoroughly to avoid corrosion on the
stainless steel surface.

Do not use any containers or cutlery

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made from or containing metal,
aluminium foil, lead crystal glassware,
temperature-sensitive plastics, wooden
utensils or cutlery, metal clips or wire
ties. Do not use bowls with milled rims,
or plastic pots with the foil lid only
partially removed.
Such items could be damaged or
cause a fire hazard.

Do not leave the oven unattended

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when reheating or cooking food in
disposable containers made of plastic,
paper or other inflammable materials.
Before using single-use containers
make sure they are suitable for use in
microwave ovens. See "Suitable
containers for microwave ovens".

Eggs can only be cooked in their

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shells using microwave heat in a
specially designed egg-boiling device
available from specialist shops.
Similarly, hard-boiled eggs should not
be reheated using microwave power as
this may lead to the eggs exploding,
even after they have been taken out of
the oven.

Eggs can be cooked without their

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shells using microwave heat only if the
yolk membrane has been punctured
several times first.
The pressure could otherwise cause
the egg yolk to explode.
Danger of injury!

Food with a thick skin or peel, such

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as tomatoes, sausages, jacket potatoes
and aubergines, should be pierced or
the skin cut in several places before
cooking to allow steam to escape and
prevent the food from bursting.

Do not reheat food in the oven in

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heat-retaining bags intended for use in
normal ovens. These heat-retaining
bags usually contain a thin layer of
aluminium foil which reflects
microwaves. This reflected energy can,
in turn, cause the outer paper covering
to become so hot that it ignites.

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Warning and safety instructions

Always ensure that food, the

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gourmet plate or a browning dish has
been placed in the microwave, and that
the turntable is in place, before
switching on.

Do not use the appliance for deep

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frying food, and do not leave it
unattended when cooking with oils and
fats as these can be a fire hazard if
allowed to overheat.

Ovenproof earthenware can retain a

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considerable amount of moisture.
Earthenware and porcelain containers
with hollow handles and lid knobs must
only be used in this oven if they have
vent holes which allow the moisture to
escape. Without vent holes pressure
can build up, causing the container to
crack or shatter with the danger of
injury.

Do not use the appliance to heat up

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the room. Due to the high temperatures
radiated, objects near the appliance
could catch fire.

The following applies to stainless
steel surfaces:

Do not adhere stickers, adhesive

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tape or any other adhesive materials to
stainless steel surfaces. The coating
will become damaged and lose its
protective properties against soiling.

Stainless steel scratches very easily
and even magnets can cause damage
to the surface.

The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning
and safety instructions.

To check food temperature, first

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interrupt the cooking process. Only use
a thermometer specifically approved for
food use to measure the temperature of
the food. Never use a thermometer
containing mercury or liquid, as these
are not suitable for use with very high
temperatures and will break very easily

Do not use a steam-cleaning

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appliance to clean this appliance.
Pressurised steam could reach the
electrical components and cause a
short circuit.

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How the microwave oven works

In a microwave oven there is a
high-frequency tube called a
magnetron. This converts electrical
energy into microwaves. These
microwaves are distributed evenly
throughout the oven interior, and
rebound off the metal sides of the oven
interior to reach the food from all sides.
Microwave distribution is improved with
the turntable engaged.

In order for microwaves to reach the
food, they must be able to penetrate
the cooking utensil being used.
Microwaves can penetrate porcelain,
glass, cardboard and plastics, but not
metal. Do not, therefore, use utensils
made of metal, or which contain metal,
for example in the form of gold or silver
trim. The metal reflects the microwaves
and this could lead to the creation of
sparks. The microwaves cannot be
absorbed.

Microwaves pass through a suitable
container and find their way directly into
the food. All food contains moisture
molecules which, when subjected to
microwave energy, start to oscillate 2.5
thousand million times a second. The
friction caused by this vibration creates
heat, which first starts developing
around the outside of the food and then
slowly penetrates towards the centre.
The moisture, fat and sugar content of
food will affect the speed at which it is
cooked.

As heat is produced directly in the
food,

food can generally be cooked

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without adding much liquid or
cooking oil.

cooking, reheating and defrosting in

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a microwave oven is quicker than
using conventional methods.

nutrients, such as vitamins and

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minerals, are generally retained.

the colour, texture and taste of food

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are not impaired.

Microwaves stop being produced as
soon as the cooking process is
interrupted or the appliance door is
opened.
When the appliance is in operation, the
closed, sealed door prevents
microwaves escaping from the
appliance.

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Modes of operation

What can a microwave oven
do?

In the microwave oven, food is cooked,
reheated or defrosted quickly.

You can use the microwave in the
following ways:

Food can be defrosted, reheated or

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cooked by entering a power setting
and a time.

Deep-frozen, ready-made meals can

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be defrosted and then reheated or
cooked.

– The microwave oven can also be

used for other tasks, e.g. for proving
dough, melting chocolate and butter,
dissolving gelatine or for bottling
small amounts of fruit and vegetables
etc.

In what ways can a microwave
oven be used?

Microwave Solo mode

Suitable for defrosting, reheating and
cooking.

Automatic programmes

You can choose from the following
automatic programmes:

Five defrosting programmes

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(N:Ad1toAd5),

– three cooking programmes for frozen

food
(N°:AC1toAC3)

– and three cooking programmes for

fresh food
(°:AC1toAC3).

– These programmes are weight

dependent. You enter the weight of
the food, and then the cooking time
is calculated automatically.

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Suitable containers for microwave ovens

Microwaves

are reflected by metal,

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– pass through glass, porcelain,

plastic and card,

Containers and lids with hollow
handles or knobs in which moisture
can collect are unsuitable, unless
the hollowed areas are adequately
vented.
Without vent holes pressure can
build up, causing the container to
crack or shatter with the danger of
injury.

Metal

Metal containers, aluminium foil,
metal cutlery, and china with
metallic decoration such as gold
rims or cobalt blue must not be used
on microwave mode.
Metal reflects microwaves and
obstructs the cooking process.
Also, avoid using plastic pots where
the foil lid has not be completely
removed.

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and are absorbed by food.

Material and shape

The material and shape of containers
used affect cooking results and times.
Heat distribution is more even in round
and oval shaped flat containers than in
rectangular containers, providing better
results.

Exceptions:

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Ready-meals in aluminium foil dishes

These can be defrosted and reheated
in the microwave oven, if recommen
ded by the manufacturer.
Remove the lid and make sure the foil
dish is at least 2 cm from the oven walls
at all times.
Important:
As food is only heated from the top, it is
better to remove the food from the
aluminium foil container and transfer it
to a dish suitable for a microwave oven.
The heat distribution will be more even.
Do not place aluminium foil dishes in
the microwave in case the dish sparks
or arcs. If sparks occur, transfer food to
a microwave-safe container.

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Suitable containers for microwave ovens

Pieces of aluminium foil

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For even defrosting and to avoid
overcooking unevenly shaped cuts of
meat, poultry or fish, small pieces of
aluminium foil may be used to mask
wingtips or other thin parts for the last
few minutes of the programme.

Make sure that the aluminium foil is
at least 2 cm from the oven walls at
all times. It must not touch the walls.

Metal meat skewers or clamps

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These should only be used if they are
very small in comparison to the size of
the cut of meat.

Glassware

Heat-resistant glass or ceramic glass
are ideal for use in the microwave oven.

Crystal glass is unsuitable as it
contains lead which could cause the
glass to crack in the microwave.

Porcelain

Porcelain is a suitable material.

Do not use porcelain with gold or
silver edging or items with hollow
knobs or handles, as insufficient
ventilation may cause pressure.

Earthenware

Decorated earthenware is only suitable
if the decoration is beneath an all-over
glaze.

Earthenware can get very hot, and
may crack.

Glazes and colours

Some glazes and colours contain
metals which make them unsuitable
for use in a microwave oven.

Wood

Wooden dishes are not suitable.
Moisture contained in the wood
evaporates when exposed to
microwave energy, causing the
wood to dry and crack.

Plastics

When purchasing plasticware, make
sure that it is suitable for use in a
microwave oven.
They must be heat-resistant to a
minimum of 110°C. Otherwise the
plastic may melt and fuse with the
food.

Special plastic utensils designed for
use in microwave ovens are available
from good retail outlets.

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Melamine is not suitable for use in this
as it absorbs microwave energy and
gets hot.