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Many homeowners use a microwave daily and have no idea how it works. It's helpful to understand this process, so you know when to call for appliance service. Here is some insight into microwaves so you can use them safely and contact repair professionals as needed.

How Do Microwaves Work?

Microwaves feature magnetrons that turn electricity into radio waves. They then move the waves through a waveguide and into the compartment where you place the food. A turntable rotates the food to evenly heat it as the microwaves reflect off the metal walls and pass through it.

When the waves touch your tasty leftovers, the food vibrates faster, quickly warming up with each pass of the waves. If you overheat the food, this vibration will move so quickly that the leftovers explode or boil, leaving you with a messy microwave. 

Why Do Foods Heat at Different Times? 

appliance services Elyria OHDifferent foods require varied cook times. For example, soup will warm up faster than meat. The thickness and molecular state are key components to consider when choosing how long to microwave something. 

Liquids, like water or tea, will cook from the inside out and may begin boiling in a few minutes on a high setting. Always keep an eye on liquids to prevent them from boiling. Thick, solid foods like steak or frozen meat may require longer cook times on lower settings so the waves can fully penetrate the food.

Leftovers in a deep container may never fully cook because the microwaves can only heat the first few centimeters of matter. To better nuke the entire meal, place it in a shallow bowl, so it heats more thoroughly.

It’s also important to consider the container you’re cooking in. Never place tinfoil or reflective metals in this device, or you may need to call an appliance service technician to fix it. Metallic surfaces can reflect the microwaves to the magnetron and cause a fire or an explosion. Instead, microwave items in ceramic, glass or microwave-safe plastic that will stand up to heating.

 

If you need appliance service, contact Expert Appliance Solutions in Elyria, OH. The technician team offers residential and commercial repairs, installation, and maintenance on top models like GE®, Maytag®, and Frigidaire®. Visit the website or call the appliance service company at (844) 423-9737 for information on how you can benefit from their more than 30 years of industry experience.

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