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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.
MICROWAVE OVEN CAVITY
To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use
soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads,
gritty washcloths, or some recycled paper towels.
To avoid damage to stainless steel models, rub in direction
of grain.
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 microwave oven damage, the microwave
inlet cover (see the “Parts and Features” section) should be
kept clean.
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Wipe with wet cloth.
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 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 (not included):
See the “Assistance or Service” section to order.
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All-purpose cleaner:
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
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Vinegar for hard water spots
CONTROL PANEL
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Sponge or soft cloth and water:
Dampen sponge with water and wipe panel. Dry with
soft cloth.
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To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use chemical
or abrasive cleansers.
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
