Microwaving Precautions/ Read your microwave's instruction manual before use. / Do not heat while empty. / Do not use over an open flame, in an oven or on a grill. / Shorten the heating time for foods with low moisture content or for small amounts of food. / Do not use with oily foods if heating in the microwave. / Wash with dish detergent before first usage. / Silicone products may have a distinctive smell, but this does not pose a health hazard. If the smell bothers you, we recommend that you boil the product before use. / Do not damage the product with pointed objects. / Do not use a , scrub brush or polishing powder with this product. / It may retain the color or odor of food. / Keep away from fire and other sources of heat. / Wash with dishwashing detergent after use. / Do not use this product for purposes other than its intended purposes.