Don’t Rely


on Luck for Safe Microwave Oven


Cooking in your microwave oven can


save energy and money compared with us- ing the stovetop or oven. And it’s perfectly safe to heat up food or drinks in a micro- wave—as long as you’re using it correctly and the appliance is in good shape. But every now and then, you’ll hear


that someone got burned while heating something up. Don’t let the next report be about someone in your family. Here are a few tips to keep yourself


and your family safe around this handy appliance: • If the microwave door does not


close securely and seal fully, don’t use it. Call for a repair or, if your equipment is old, replace it. An unsealed door can allow microwave radiation to leak out of the oven. • If the fan, light or turntable operates


even when the door is open, do not use it. • If a door hinge comes loose or falls


off, repair it before you use the oven. • If the door itself is bent, warped or


damaged, don’t use the device. • Place food and liquids in micro-


wave-safe containers before heating. Glass, ceramic and plastic containers labeled for microwave oven use are OK. Avoid placing metal pans and aluminum foil in the mi- crowave. And some plastic can melt when you heat it. • Don’t overheat water. If you over-


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heat plain water, it can explode—violently and without any warning. Some people have reported that the exploding water scalded their hands and face. A tip: Put instant coffee or sugar into the water before heating it to reduce the risk of an explosion. • Read and follow the manufacturer’s


instructions and cautions before using a microwave oven or any electric appliance.


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