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Information You Need To Know
Utensils and
Coverings
Microwave Only Convection, Broil
Fast Roast,
Fast Bake
Paper, ovenable
YES
YES - For
temperatures up to
400˚F.Donotusefor
broiling.
YES - For
temperatures up to
400˚F.
Microwave-safe
plastic containers
YES - Use for reheating and
defrosting. Some microwave-
safe plastics are not suitable for
cooking foods with high fat and
sugar content.
Follow manufacturer’s directions.
NO NO
Plastic,
Thermoset
®
YES
YES - Are heat
resistant up to
425˚F.Donotusefor
broiling.
YES
Plastic wrap YES - Use brands specially
marked for microwave use. DO
NOT allow plastic wrap to touch
food. Vent so steam can escape.
NO NO
Pottery, porcelain
stoneware
YES - Check manufacturer’s
recommendation for being
microwave safe.
YES
YES - Must be
microwave safe AND
ovenable.
Styrofoam YES - For reheating
NO NO
Wax paper YES - Good covering for cooking
and reheating.
NO NO
Wicker, wood,
straw
YES - May be used for short
periods of time. Do not use with
high fat or high sugar content
foods. Could char.
NO NO
DISH CHECK If you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving, place the empty dish in the oven and
microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. If the dish becomes very hot, DO NOT use it for microwaving.
ACCESSORIES There are many microwave accessories available for purchase. Evaluate carefully before
you purchase so that they meet your needs. A microwave-safe thermometer will assist you in determin-
ing correct doneness and assure you that foods have been cooked to safe temperatures when using
microwave-only cooking.
Electrolux is not responsible for any damage to the oven when accessories are used.