8materials that can be used in the microwaveutensils remarksAluminum foil Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of meator poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to ovenwalls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from oven walls.Browning dish Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be atleast 3/16 inch (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause theturntable to break.Dinnerware Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use crackedor chipped dishes.Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim.Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.Oven cooking bags Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make slits toallow steam to escape.Paper plates and cups Use for short–term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended whilecooking.Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for ashort-term cooking only.Greaseproof paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.Plastic containers Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Should belabelled “Microwave Safe”. Some plastic containers soften, as the food insidegets hot. “Boiling bags” and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, piercedor vented as directed by the instructions on their packaging.Plastic wrap Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture.Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.K23CSS12_IB_ final_RC120531.indd 8 31/05/2012 10:42 AM