GE Spacemaker JVM152H Use And Care Manual

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Automatic Cooting Containers& CoversContainers and coversAppropriate containers and coveringshelp assure good cooking results.l Always use microwave-safecontainers and cover them withlids, wax paper or plastic wrap.Wonder if it’s microwave safe? Putit to the test described in yourcookbook.l Never use tight-sealing plasticcovem—they can prevent steamfrom escaping and cause food toovercook.l Match the amount of food tothe size of the container. Fillcontainers at least half full.l Be sure the outside of thecooking contiiner and the insideof the microwave oven are drybefore placing food in the oven.Beads of moisture turning intosteam can mislead the sensor,l Stir or rotate some foods aftera beeping signal. See AutomaticCooking Control Guide and reci~on the following pages.Use microwave-safe casseroles orbowls for entrees and vegetables.Cover with lids that fit. If lids arenot available, use plastic wrap orwax paper. Plastic wrap should beloose over fd to tiow for expansion.Seal by pressing plastic wrap firrrdyaround edges.For frozen entrees in paperboardtrays, remove tray from box but donot remove film over tray. Thickentrees may take longer to cook—see guide on page 16.For frozen foods in metal trays,remove foil covering and bakedgoods, reinsert tray into box andclose ends of box.Use oblong or square containers forchicken or corn on the cob. Plasticwrap covering should be loose overfood to allow for expansion. Sed bypressing plastic wrap fifiy aroundedges.Paper plates—while they may beused for Time and TemperatureCooking and Defrostin~, do not usethem w;th automatic ;&king.Use microwave-safe plates or bowlsfor reheating. Cover with plasticwrap or wax paper.Follow Automatic Cooking ControlGuide setting for casseroles. Covercasserole meat and vegetables withI I sauce. Cool hot ingredients or sauces.Slit plastic pouches 1 inch as shown If they are not co~l, use TIMEabove. Break food up thoroughly COOK.after oven signals.15