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Microwaves are energy waves, similar to those used 
for TV and radio signals.
Electrical energy is converted into microwave 
energy, which is directed into the oven cavity via a 
waveguide. To prevent food and grease entering the 
wave guide it is protected by the waveguide cover.
M i c ro w av e s   c a n n o t   p a s s   t h ro u g h   m e t a l , 
because of this the oven cavity is made of metal 
and there is a fine metal mesh on the door.
During cooking the microwaves bounce off the sides 
of the oven cavity at random.
Microwaves will pass through certain materials, 
such as glass and plastic, to heat the food.
(See ‘Suitable Cookware’ on page 30).
Water, sugar and fat in food absorb microwaves 
which cause them to vibrate. This creates heat by 
friction, in the same way your hands get warm when 
you rub them together.
The outer areas of the food are heated by the 
microwave energy, then the heat moves to the 
centre by conduction, as it does in conventional 
cooking. It is important to turn, rearrange or stir 
food to ensure even heating.
Once cooking is complete, the oven automatically 
stops producing microwaves.
Standing time is necessary after cooking, as it enables 
the heat to disperse equally throughout the food.
HOW YOUR OVEN WORKS
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