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16
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 rst,
unless otherwise noted.
STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)
NOTE: To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use
soap-lled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, cooktop polishing
creme, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths, or abrasive paper
towels. Damage may occur to stainless steel surfaces, even
withone-time or limited use.
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
Cleaning Method:
■ Affresh
®
Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016
(notincluded):
See the “Accessories” section to order.
■ Vinegar for hard water spots.
MICROWAVE OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR
Cleaning Method:
■ Glass cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge:
Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly
on panel.
■ Affresh
®
Kitchen Appliance Cleaner Part Number W10355010
(not included):
See the “Accessories” section to order.
MICROWAVE OVEN CAVITY
To avoid damage to microwave oven cavity, do not use soap-
lled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty
washcloths, or some paper towels.
On stainless steel models, rub in direction of grain to avoid
damaging.
The area where the microwave oven door and frame touch when
closed should be kept clean.
Cleaning Method:
Average soil
■ Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
Heavy soil
■ Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:
Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave
oven. Steamwill soften soil. Rinse with clean water and dry
with soft, lint-free cloth.
Odors
■ Lemon juice or vinegar:
Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water with 1 tbs (15 mL) of either
lemonjuice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave oven.
TURNTABLE
Replace turntable immediately after cleaning. Do not operate the
microwave oven without the turntable in place.
Cleaning Method:
■ Mild soap and water
■ Dishwasher
CRISP/BROWNING RACK
Mild soap, water, and dishwasher.
CRISP PAN
Mild soap, water, and dishwasher.
GREASE FILTERS
■ Mild soap, water, and dishwasher
TURNTABLE SUPPORT AND ROLLERS, HUB
■ Mild soap and water or dishwasher
INSTALLING/REPLACING FILTERS AND LIGHT BULBS
NOTE: A Filter Status indicator (on some models) appears in the
display when it is time to replace the charcoal lter and clean
or replace the grease lters. See the “Clock/Options” section to
reset lter status.
Grease lters: Grease lters are on the underside of microwave
oven. Clean monthly or as prompted by Filter Status indicator.
Slide the lter away from the tab area and drop out the lter. To
reinstall, place end of the lter into the opening opposite the tab
area, swing up the other end, and slide it toward the tab area.
Charcoal lter: The charcoal lter is behind the vent grille at the
top front of the microwave oven. The charcoal lter cannot be
cleaned and should be replaced about every 6 months. Remove
2 screws on the vent grille, slide the vent grille to the left, tilt it
forward, lift it out, and remove the lter. To reinstall, place the lter
into its 2-hook area with the wire mesh side to the front. Replace
the vent grille by inserting the 3 bottom latch hooks of the vent
grille into the front holes, tilt the vent grille backwards, slide it to
the right, and secure with screws.
Cooktop light: The cooktop light is located on the underside
of the microwave oven and is replaceable. Remove bulb cover
screw, and open the bulb cover. Replace bulb, close bulb cover,
and secure with screw.
Cavity light: The cavity light bulb is located behind the vent grille
at the top front of the microwave oven, under the bulb cover, and
is replaceable. Remove 2 screws on the vent grille, slide the vent
grille to the left, tilt it forward, and lift it out. Open the bulb cover
and replace bulb. To reinstall, close bulb cover. Replace the vent
grille by inserting the 3 bottom latch hooks of the vent grille into
the front holes, tilt the vent grille backwards, slide it to the right,
and secure with screws.
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