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MICROWAVE OVEN CARE
General Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the microwave oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on
cleaning products.
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested unless otherwise noted.
GREASE FILTERS
Do not use ammonia or corrosive cleaning agents such as lye-
based oven cleaners.
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Hot water and mild detergent:
Soak filters, then scrub and swish to remove embedded dirt
and grease. Rinse well and shake to dry.
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Dishwasher:
Wash separately, not with dirty dishes, because food can be
trapped in the filters.
NOTE: Some discoloration of the filters may occur after
cleaning them in the dishwasher. This is normal, and will not
affect the performance of the grease filters.
MICROWAVE OVEN CAVITY
The gray finish inside the microwave oven cavity is a durable,
nonstick coating that makes soils easier to remove.
To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use metal
or sharp utensils or scrapers, soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive
cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some recycled
paper towels. If damage occurs, special touch-up paint may be
applied. See “Assistance or Service” to order.
The area where the microwave oven door and frame touch when
closed should be kept clean.
Average soil
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Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
Heavy soil
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Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:
Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave
oven. Steam will soften soil. Rinse with clean water and dry
with soft, lint-free cloth.
Odors
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Lemon juice or vinegar:
Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water with 1 tbs (15 mL) of either
lemon juice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave oven.
Microwave Inlet Cover
To avoid arcing and damage to the microwave oven, the
microwave inlet cover (see “Parts and Features”) should be kept
clean.
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Wipe with wet cloth.
CONTROL PANEL/INTERACTIVE TOUCH DISPLAY
Activate the Child Lock to avoid control panel activation during
cleaning. See “Child Lock” section.
To avoid damage to the control panel and interactive touch
display, do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads or gritty
washcloths.
Use gentle pressure when wiping the touch screen.
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Glass cleaner and soft cloth:
Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth, not directly on panel.
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Mild soap, water and soft washcloth
MICROWAVE OVEN DOOR AND EXTERIOR
The area where the microwave oven door and frame touch when
closed should be kept clean.
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Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
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Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic
scrubbing pad:
Apply glass cleaner to towel, not directly to surface.
Stainless Steel (on some models)
To avoid damage to the microwave oven door and exterior, do
not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool
pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Rub in direction of
grain.
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Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (not included):
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.
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Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
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Vinegar for hard water spots
STEAMER VESSEL
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Soft brush, if necessary, to clean holes in steamer insert.
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Dishwasher
Stubborn Stains
To remove stains such as tomato sauce, use a nonabrasive
cleanser, a no-scratch pad, or a solution of dishwasher detergent
and water (1/4 cup [60 mL] detergent to 1 cup [250 mL] warm
water).
TURNTABLE
Replace turntable immediately after cleaning. Do not operate the
microwave oven without the turntable in place.
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Mild cleanser and scouring pad
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Dishwasher
