Don't start a fire: these are the items prohibited for the microwave
What element should not be introduced?
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The microwave is one of the appliances found in many kitchens . It's a very useful device that heats your food quickly. To avoid accidents, there are several objects you should not bring inside, as they can cause a fire. What are they?
To avoid unfortunate consequences inside your home, Muy Interesante magazine emphasized that metallic elements should be kept away from these appliances. "When microwaves interact with a metallic material, the electrons on the surface of the material spill over; this doesn't cause any problems if the metal is smooth throughout," the aforementioned outlet stated. (See more: What does it mean if a person doesn't have social media, according to psychology?) Additionally, it noted that an accumulation of this material can cause a high voltage concentration, an issue that could be responsible for an explosion. For this reason, it is suggested that you check the instructions on your microwave oven so you know what implements are allowed while heating your products.
What are the tips to extend its lifespan?
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El Mueble, a website specializing in all things home, has released a series of recommendations for the care of this appliance. 1. Learn how to program it. You may need to read the instructions to identify the required timings for a specific product.
(See more: Which EPSs can operate under both regimes in Colombia?) 2 Avoid turning it on empty
This situation could cause damage to its operation. Therefore, we recommend that you do not do this.3- Try not to use the microwave as a shelf
Sometimes we use certain spaces in our kitchen to store items. This isn't a good idea, as it can damage some of the racks and cause overheating.4. Review it from time to time
A microwave oven in poor condition will cause electromagnetic radiation to leak. If this happens, you should have it repaired immediately.5. Clean it properly
produces a mixture with water and soap with which to clean any product that has been spilled inside.
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