Question about "Superfriends"

I would like to a question about Superfriends:

What methods does Superman use to defeat villains with minimal harm? I understand he was not allowed to use physical force on Saturday mornings, as per U.S. Government law. It almost seems as if the only super power from the comic book that Superman could use is the ability to lift heavy objects, such as cars.

Sometimes, he used his superbreath. For example, in "Doctor Fright," he used it to blow the fear gas right back at the villain.

I did check out the Superfriends Wiki this morning. His superpowers used in the series are very interesting. Much to no surprise, no powerful punches existed (thank you, U.S. Government). However, I was quite surprised to learn that Superman was never a human being at all, contrary to popular claim.

Not sure who ever claimed that,almost from the beginning he's been referred to as a'strange visitor from another planet'.