From comments about our tests posted on the Web, we know that every time we pit a Husqvarna saw against a Stihl, we're entering a divisive political battle. The fact is, both companies make great saws. The Rancher has excellent throttle response and power thanks to well-designed airflow through the engine.
You can put plastic in a microwave oven; many microwave-safe containers are made of plastic, and most plastic cling-wraps are suitable for microwave use.
Good Housekeeping's study only focused on BPA seeping out from plastic heated in the microwave. There are still many unknowns about chemicals used in BPA-free products. It's important to note that microwave-safe doesn't necessarily mean BPA-free, and BPA-free doesn't mean it's necessarily safe to put the plastic in the microwave.